{"meta":{"dataset":"known-issues","title":"Wrench.Pro Known Issues clusters","level":"bulk","generated":"2026-09-20","source_freshness":"2026-09-20","source":"NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaints, grouped by failure theme by Wrench.Pro","source_url":"https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls","license":"CC BY 4.0 (derived data); underlying NHTSA records are US public domain","license_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/license","citation":"Wrench.Pro (2026). Known Issues clusters [dataset]. https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues","schema_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues#schema","method_url":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/methodology#known-issues","fields":["year","make","make_slug","model","model_slug","cluster_id","label","component_code","complaint_count","date_range","source_complaint_count","reviewed_at","quote_1_odi","quote_1_text","quote_2_odi","quote_2_text","quote_3_odi","quote_3_text","vehicle_page","data_page"]},"rows":[{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11754740","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my 2013 Acura ILX (VIN: [XXX]) was involved in a frontal collision during a U-turn execution, resulting in severe structural deformation crushing the front end inward to the front tires","quote_2_odi":"11511701","quote_2_text":"There were two different times my Acura 2013 ILX was involved in two different accidents and the airbags didn’t deploy","quote_3_odi":"11240836","quote_3_text":"I WENT IN FOR A AIRBAG RECALL BACK IN 2016 I GOT IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON 7/30/19 WHICH TOTALED MY CAR BUT MY AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED WHICH CAUSED A INJURY TO THE LEFT SIDE OF MY HEAD FROM ME HITTING THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-brake-failure-collision","label":"Service brake failure resulting in collision","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10519617","quote_1_text":"PULLING UP TO A RED LIGHT AND WENT TO PRESS THE BRAKES AND THEY GAVE OUT AND HIT THE SUV IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"11258800","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE FAIL STOPPING THE CAR WHILE DRIVING OFF THE HIGHWAY VIA EXITING RAMP, RAMP TRAFFIC WAS BUMPER TO BUMPER SLOW AT THE MOMENT AND MY CAR JUST ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE CAR SLIDE AHEAD AND HIT THE FRONT CAR","quote_3_odi":"11633866","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately come to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-door-lock-latch-malfunction","label":"Door lock and latch malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11551668","quote_1_text":"Hi - My driver's side door keeps unlocking and registering as if I am opening it as I am driving","quote_2_odi":"11103399","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11048356","quote_3_text":"2013 ACURA ILX VEHICLES. IF THE MANUAL OR POWER DOOR LOCK IS ACTIVATED WHILE AN INTERIOR FRONT DOOR HANDLE IS BEING OPERATED BY AN OCCUPANT, THE CABLE CONNECTING THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE TO THE DOOR LATCH MECHANISM MAY BECOME LOOSE AND MOVE OUT OF POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-hybrid-ima-inverter-failure","label":"Hybrid IMA motor power inverter failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11741246","quote_1_text":"My car has faulty code P0AE1 (Bypass Contractor Malfunction) that causes the 12v battery and hybrid battery failure","quote_2_odi":"11666879","quote_2_text":"My 2013 acura ix hybrid does have issues as in service bulletin 20-021. Contacted dealer and got informed that was repaired recall and send me invoice for repairs in the amount of 2600 usd","quote_3_odi":"11534323","quote_3_text":"On July 20th, 2023, while driving home from work, my vehicle without warning made a sudden jerk and all the warning light s came on the dash board. The car had reduced power and acceleration and an automated voice from the dash board warned to pull over the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-power-loss-acceleration","label":"Power loss and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10845687","quote_1_text":"I HAD A VERY SCARY EXPERIENCE THAT MADE ME FEEL LIKE THE CAR WAS IN CONTROL OF ME","quote_2_odi":"10820133","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CAR, ITS PERFORMANCE SUFFERS NOTICEABLY FROM SEVERELY RESTRICTED ACCELERATION AT LOW SPEEDS DUE TO HESITATION OF ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11611367","quote_3_text":"Power train issue the vehicle loses power while driving on the roads and highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Driveshaft recall parts unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11415077","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V770000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11405643","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V770000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11404982","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V770000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-suspension-noise-axle-failure","label":"Suspension noise and axle fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11395605","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AXLE FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"11337707","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING FROM HER DRIVEWAY, WHEN SHE HEARD AN ABNORMAL SOUND","quote_3_odi":"10597516","quote_3_text":"SINCE ONE WEEK AFTER I PURCHASED THE ACURA ILX (CAR WAS NEW), I HAVE HEARD A RATTLING, BUMPING SOUND COMING FROM EITHER THE FRONT OR MIDDLE OF THE UNDERNEATH AREA OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10850241","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11246647","quote_2_text":"I BELIEVE MY VIN # SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE RECALL FOR DRIVERS AIR BAG. I HAVE HAD THE DRIVERS AIR BAG FIXED JAN 2019 AND NOW WILL HAVE TO HAVE IT FIXED IN A COUPLE WEEKS AS THE AIR BAG LIGHTS ARE GOING ON AGAIN FOR THE DRIVERS AIR BAGS","quote_3_odi":"10852698","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I FEEL THAT ACURA IS NOT SUFFICIENTLY REMEDYING THE PROBLEM. I HAVE CONTACTED MY ACURA CLIENT RELATIONS CASE MANAGER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS SINCE RECEIVING MY ORIGINAL NOTICE ON MARCH 14, AND HAVE NOT RECEIVED A CALL BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11089963","quote_1_text":"CAR CAUGHT A FIRE WHILE PARK WITH MOTOR RUNNING STARTED FROM HEADLIGHT FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND FIRE WAS PUT OUT","quote_2_odi":"11063505","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 ACURA ILX. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE FRONT PASSENGER ALERTED THE CONTACT OF A SMOKE ODOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2014-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Gasoline odor inside cabin","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11747869","quote_1_text":"I will be taking my car to be looked at. There is a strong gasoline smell inside the cabin. Smell came out of nowhere and none of my service lights came on","quote_2_odi":"11650321","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a strong gasoline odor permeating the interior of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2014-no-start-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11476306","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to an unknown dealer and was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced; however, the failure reoccurred six months later","quote_2_odi":"11276961","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA IXL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT START WHEN THE ENGINE START BUTTON WAS PUSHED. THE CONTACT HAD TO PUSH THE BUTTON SEVERAL TIMES TO START THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2014-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10917887","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN MARCH AND SPOKE WITH THE DEALERSHIP, BOTH SAID I WOULD BE NOTIFIED WHEN PARTS WERE AVAILABLE IN LATE SUMMER. ON 10/21/16 I CALLED MY DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT THE STATUS BECAUSE I HADN'T HEARD ANYTHING ELSE","quote_2_odi":"10902018","quote_2_text":"NOTIFIED OF RECALL OF AIRBAGS IN FEB. 2016 AND ISSUE STILL IS NOT RESOLVED. MY LEASE IS ENDING IN OCTOBER AND I AM NOT ABLE TO PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE DUE TO THIS AIR BAG ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10910217","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbags did not deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10911327","quote_1_text":"MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN I WAS STRUCK BY THE 18 WHEELER","quote_2_odi":"11352532","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11740643","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the airbags did not deploy during the crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-brake-master-cylinder-recall-delay","label":"Brake master cylinder recall repair delayed on parts","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11726735","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding the inadequacy of American Honda's recall remedy under NHTSA Campaign 25V-859 (Acura Campaign RN5) for my 2016 Acura ILX (109,000 miles)","quote_2_odi":"11722773","quote_2_text":"When braking, the brake pedal travels significantly toward the floor before the vehicle stops, which raises serious safety concerns regarding the ability to stop the vehicle in normal traffic conditions","quote_3_odi":"11751850","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V859000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-brake-squeal-noise","label":"Brake squeal noise when stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10994084","quote_1_text":"WHEN APPLYING THE REAR BRAKES THEY CONSTANTLY SQUEAL VERY LOUDLY","quote_2_odi":"10850336","quote_2_text":"I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR ALREADY FOR SERVICE FOR THE SQUEAKY BRAKES AND IT KEEPS COMING BACK","quote_3_odi":"10746977","quote_3_text":"BRAKES SQUEAK WHEN STOPPING \"LOUD NOISE\" DEALER TOLD ME THAT IS NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-fuel-pump-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11613363","quote_1_text":"My car does not start, before that the car start to misfire and loss power at 60 mph on the highway ,and then take it to fix it, put a new high pressure fuel pump because i had a p0087 dtc, it say low pressure on the fuel rail","quote_2_odi":"11598755","quote_2_text":"I was driving on an busy intersection about 45mph and my 2016 Acura ilx all of a sudden drop speed to 20mph","quote_3_odi":"11710702","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-moonroof-shattering","label":"Moonroof or sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11678784","quote_1_text":"Moonroof spontaneously shattered while driving","quote_2_odi":"11475840","quote_2_text":"My sunroof shattered while I was driving on the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed on parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10850269","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10851086","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL LESS THAN A WEEK AGO FOR THE EXPLODING DANGEROUS AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"10883002","quote_3_text":"KEARNY MESA ACURA DEALERSHIP IN SAN DIEGO, CA. HASN'T FIX THE TAKATA AIR BAG IN MY CAR. I'VE BEEN WORKING ON THIS ITEM FOR ONE YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-unintended-acceleration-brake-fail","label":"Vehicle accelerates or fails to slow when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10979863","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 2 MPH THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY WHILE APPROACHING A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11205412","quote_2_text":"SAME AS THE OTHER INCIDENTS SUBMITTED BELOW - MY CAR ACCELERATES WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKES. I HAVE TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKES AND REAPPLY BEFORE THE CAR REACTS AND STOPS","quote_3_odi":"11039768","quote_3_text":"I PRESSED THE BRAKES AND THE CAR ACCELERATED INSTEAT AND I COULD NOT STOP AT THE STOP SIGN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2016-windshield-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling around windshield and rear window","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11523514","quote_1_text":"The exterior paint around the front windshield of my daughters vehcle is peeling off","quote_2_odi":"11445655","quote_2_text":"The paint is peeling from around the windshield and rear window","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2017-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Brake master cylinder recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11727951","quote_1_text":"I have a master cylinder brake recall and I have taken my car to the Acura of Fort Myers dealership and they said they can’t fix the issue because parts are not available. I should receive a second notification from Acura Automobile Division when parts will be available and they","quote_2_odi":"11710536","quote_2_text":"I received notice of this brake master cylinder recall on 12/20/25 and tried to schedule it at my local dealership (1/5/26) Edmonds, WA. They told me they could not perform the recall because they did not have the parts. I was in the dealership on 1/10/26 and they told me they","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2017-fuel-system-stalling-misfire","label":"Fuel system stalling and misfire","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11590004","quote_1_text":"I have taken my vehicle into the repair shop several times to conclude that it might be my transmission. After finally taking into the right mechanic, I have found out that it is a fuel pump system issue. I know these are recalled for 2018 but this is something that they also","quote_2_odi":"11364705","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 ACURA ILX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO MISFIRE AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED SHE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2017-transmission-jerks-slips-grinds","label":"Transmission jerks, slips, and grinds shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10936392","quote_1_text":"CAR JERKS, SLIPS AND HESITATES WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE AND WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. ALREADY TAKEN TO DEALER TO LOOK AT, WAS TOLD IT'S BECAUSE CAR WAS IN \"BREAK-IN\" PERIOD, HOWEVER NOW THAT IT HAS 1K MILES, ISSUES ARE STILL OCCURRING. I'VE SEEN REPORTS OF THE TLX","quote_2_odi":"11430969","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Acura ILX makes a loud clunk, and shifts extremely hard when coming or coasting to a stop. 1-2 gear seems to be the only time this issue arises. This issues creates startling reaction from the driver due to the loud clunk and force of the shift in gears, as well as loss","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2017-vehicle-restarts-after-shutoff","label":"Vehicle restarts or moves after being turned off","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11517558","quote_1_text":"A)I stopped at the mailbox. I stopped at the top. Placed my car in park. Turned my car off. The car started rolling backwards. The car was in park and turned off. B)I do not know what failed or what happened. Yes, the my vehicle is available for inspection. I incurred road rash","quote_2_odi":"11517560","quote_2_text":"When you turn the car off it turns back on. You think the car is turned off, however the car turns back on without cause or reason. This is a risk to the public we don’t what can happen if a vehicle just turns on without cause or reason if it has been turned off properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2018-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 \\u2192 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11576905","quote_1_text":"While driving up the hill it started to hesitate and then stalling. This had happened multiple times on different occasions.","quote_2_odi":"11716033","quote_2_text":"Car stopped working, engine replaced than broke down again told it was better but than it was exhaust. Every light was on in the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2018-fuel-gauge-misread","label":"Fuel gauge misreading and unexpected stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-11 \\u2192 2022-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11155358","quote_1_text":"IT IS A BRAND NEW 2018 ILX WE BOUGHT IN OCTOBER. JUST DRIVING IT A FEW DAYS WE FOUND THE FUEL GAUGE IS NOT WORKING. IT ALWAYS SHOWS FULL TANK. WE BROUGHT IT TO ACURA DEAL AND WAS TOLD IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP WITH MANY NEW 2018 ILX.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"acura-ilx-2018-fuel-system-recall-parts","label":"Fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 \\u2192 2025-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11640928","quote_1_text":"I have not received any notification to get this recall repaired.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2019-adas-false-brake-camera-fail","label":"Collision-avoidance camera fails or brakes falsely","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11475123","quote_1_text":"This his happened 3 times now. I have been driving on the highway with no cars in front of me in my lane within a quarter mile, and the braking since starts flashing a warning and starts to hard break, it is not only startling but very dangerous. This happened the 3rd time in a","quote_2_odi":"11658254","quote_2_text":"ADAS LKAS Camera Module - 36160-TX6-A03-M1 failed under 100K miles - causing all ADAS functions to have suspended semi-permanently until replacement of camera — DTC U3000-49 “Multipurpose Camera Unit Internal Electronic Failure”, needing new 800$ camera + 800$ calibration at","quote_3_odi":"11703056","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH downhill, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and was pulling from side to side. The contact firmly held the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in the intended lane. Additionally, the contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2019-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake pedal sinks to floor, master cylinder fails","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11737972","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Acura ILX (VIN: [XXX] , 69,349 miles) is experiencing severe, dangerous brake system failure directly matching Acura Safety Recall RN5 / NHTSA Campaign 25V859 (Brake Master Cylinder). The vehicle does not stop properly. Due to the hydraulic malfunction of the defective","quote_2_odi":"11655790","quote_2_text":"Reporting intermittent brake failure, where brake sank to the floor on the first press without any effect of slowing the vehicle. Fortunately, in each instance, on the second press the brakes functioned normally and slowed the vehicle, so no accident or injury occurred. The","quote_3_odi":"11362434","quote_3_text":"WHAT HAPPENS IS THE BRAKE PEDAL SINKS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. IT HAPPENS WHILE GOING FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. SLOW SPEEDS OR HIGHWAY SPEEDS. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I HAVE NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CANNOT STOP. I HAVE ADDRESSED THE ISSUE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS TO PARAGON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ILX","model_slug":"ilx","cluster_id":"ilx-2019-fuel-pump-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall repair delayed by parts shortage","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11619605","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to express my serious concerns regarding the safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 21V-215) for the fuel pump on my 2019 Acura ILX, VIN [XXX] . While I appreciate that American Honda has issued this recall, I am deeply troubled by the lack of","quote_2_odi":"11624093","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had","quote_3_odi":"11591201","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/ilx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2023-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727365","quote_1_text":"1. On multiple occasions, the adaptive cruise control has slammed the brakes at freeway speeds with no vehicles in front or next to me","quote_2_odi":"11538465","quote_2_text":"Was driving at 75 to 80 mph speeds on interstate, and had approximately 4 to 5 seconds (400 feet+ at 75 mph) of clearance ahead of me before the next car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11617413","quote_1_text":"A drunk driver ran into the back of my car as soon as the light turned green. I just release my break and h9t hit going about 70mph. The airbags never went off at such a great impact. The car was totaled","quote_2_odi":"11564751","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN Accident involving direct hit to driver side door with no air bag deployment. Body shop estimator stated no codes were recorded, which is not normal. Also stated that seat belts did not lock, also not normal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2023-amplifier-audio-failure","label":"Amplifier failure causing loss of audio","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714714","quote_1_text":"My car’s amplifier died. Now they’re trying to charge me like $2,000","quote_2_odi":"11691972","quote_2_text":"I own a 2023 Acura Integra, and the sound system suddenly stopped working — there’s no audio from the speakers, even though the display and radio functions appear normal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2023-brake-noise","label":"Squeaking or squealing brake noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667919","quote_1_text":"Keep having problems with brakes after taking the vehicle in to the dealership multiple times. They are generating a noise every time I hit the brake","quote_2_odi":"11651935","quote_2_text":"The brakes squeak and squeal loudly when the car is cold and reversing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2023-sticky-steering-effort","label":"Momentary sticky or notchy electric power steering effort","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":184,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734652","quote_1_text":"Steering was sticky, shifty and driver could not recover resulting in loss of control and impact into an electrical pole and total loss of vehicle. Manufacturer and insurance are set to inspect vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11556352","quote_2_text":"The Steering wheel gets stuck. you have to apply strong force to make slight correrctions, was almost in an accident. Dealership refuses to fix car underwarranty","quote_3_odi":"11565810","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel is sticky while driving at highway speeds and has significant resistance on speeds over 45 miles per hour. The car does not feel safe to drive during highway speeds, as it requires overcorrection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2024-aeb-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with ACC engaged","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11680814","quote_1_text":"Approaching overhead signs with ACC engaged activates the emergency breaking. The digital cluster indicates the presence of a vehicle directly ahead and responds to avoid a possible collision.","quote_2_odi":"11676574","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the left lane of a divided highway, using the adaptive cruise control while passing another vehicle in the right lane. The collision warning light came on, and the brakes were automatically applied. The road was straight,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"Integra","model_slug":"integra","cluster_id":"integra-2024-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering with increased effort at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11589235","quote_1_text":"Sticky steering, when trying to make small adjustments the steering wheel feels locked and takes more of a rotation to get it “unstuck”. This causes me to look like I’m swerving almost just trying to make a small adjustment to the steering wheel.","quote_2_odi":"11571305","quote_2_text":"Vehicle steering can stick and cause a momentary increase in steering effort that could potentially cause over-correction and an increased risk of a crash","quote_3_odi":"11562687","quote_3_text":"The steering sticks. I have taken it to the dealer three times and they can’t find anything wrong. It happens a lot when I’m driving but they haven’t felt it on a short test drive. It’s happens frequently, just not enough for the dealer to notice.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/integra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-airbag-srs-system-faults","label":"Airbag and SRS system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11424713","quote_1_text":"Never been in accident, Srs warning on dash, so took to Acura service dept in November of 2020, they confirmed it's the opds unit & the opds sensor inside seat, said it's not the seatbelts, & no airbags will deploy if in accident, they want to charge $1700+tax","quote_2_odi":"10944333","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10884440","quote_3_text":"EVERY 2010 ACURA VEHICLE IS RECALLED WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE MDX, HOW IS IT THAT THE MDX IS NOT ON THE LIST?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-electrical-power-loss-while-driving","label":"Complete electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11388720","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON HWY 395 AT NIGHT AND THE CHECK BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. WE RECENTLY REPLACED THE BATTERY AND I FELT IT SAFE TO DRIVE TO THE NEXT TOWN TO HAVE THE BATTERY CHECKED BEFORE CONTINUING. WITHIN ABOUT 50 MILES, ALL OF THE OTHER WARNING LIGHTS COMING ON IN SUCCESSION","quote_2_odi":"10485847","quote_2_text":"ON AUGUST 27, 2012, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING SAID VEHICLE ON THE MERRITT PARKWAY IN CT. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND ENGINE OF THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND MY WIFE LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR AND COULD NOT BRING THE CAR TO A STOP AND EVENTUALLY THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10723890","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STRANDED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS AND WOULD NOT START. THE BATTERY STILL WORKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-engine-compartment-fires","label":"Engine compartment and headlamp fires","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11615437","quote_1_text":"The contact then observed flames emanating from the passenger headlamp. The fire spread and within 45 minutes the entire house was engulfed in flames and the vehicle remained trapped under a collapsed roof","quote_2_odi":"11557109","quote_2_text":"My wife went to the grocery store and turned the car off. And upon doing so the car started smoking and she opened the hood and it was on fire. She opened the hood and put out the fire","quote_3_odi":"10633536","quote_3_text":"I WANTED TO REPORT A RECENT INCIDENT ON AUG 23RD IN WHICH THE ENGINE OF MY MDX CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT 7:30 PM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11319277","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE STARTED TO BURN A LOT OF OIL I TOOK IT TO ACURA AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS INDEED BURNING A LOT OF OIL AND THAT THERE IS A RECALL FROM ACURA, BUT BECAUSE THERE ARE 215,000 MILES ON MY CAR THEY ARE NOT WANTING TO COVER IT","quote_2_odi":"11023015","quote_2_text":"MY ACURA VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION AT LEVELS THAT REQUIRE THE ADDITION OF ENGINE OIL BETWEEN ACURA'S RECOMMENDED OIL CHANGE INTERVALS. WHEN PRESENTED THE CAR TO ACURA FOR REPAIR AI WAS INFORMED THAT ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION IS CONSIDERED NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11063792","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL USE. 2 QUARTS EVERY 1500 MILES. VSA CHECK TRAILER ASSIST CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON OFTEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-exhaust-co-intrusion-body-plugs","label":"Exhaust and CO intrusion from missing body plugs","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11595518","quote_1_text":"This is in reference to Acura Service Bulletin 14-032, Rear Side Body Plug is missing. Both my right and left side body plugs were missing, causing myself and family to experience symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning for at least a year","quote_2_odi":"10478446","quote_2_text":"EXHAUST ENTERING CABIN WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION OR UNDER LOAD. THE EXHAUST ENTERED CABIN ESPECIALLY WHEN THE HVAC SYSTEM WAS IN \"RECIRC\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-power-steering-leaks-lockup","label":"Power steering fluid leaks and steering lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10808739","quote_1_text":"WHILE MAKING LEFT TURN INTO A ROAD AT A SIGNAL TRAVELING AT 30 MPH - 35 MPH IN MOTION, ENGINE RUNNING - ALL OF A SUDDEN VEHICLE STEERING LOCKED AND COULDN'T STRAIGHTEN AGAIN. MY WIFE ENDED UP CRASHING INTO A ROAD DIVIDER LUCKILY IT WAS AROUND 10:30 PM IN THE NIGHT AND DIDN'T","quote_2_odi":"10573765","quote_2_text":"BEGAN LEAKING FLUID, THE ACURA DEALERSHIP SAID IT IS THE STEERING RACK AND PINION. REPAIR COST $1800!!!","quote_3_odi":"10415019","quote_3_text":"IN THE MIDDLE OF MY ROADTRIP FROM TAMPA TO BUFFALO, IN ONE OF THE REST AREAS CLOSE TO FLORENCE, SC ON I-95 MY STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN, REALIZED THAT THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR WAS EMPTY DUE TO A LEAK IN MY NEW ACURA MDX 2011( ~7000 MILES)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2010-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11655948","quote_1_text":"SO my car had a torque converter recall at some point i was not notified of it to get it fixed. as such i drove it across the us and ended up making the transmission slip so bad that it would not go into gear anymore","quote_2_odi":"10811150","quote_2_text":"IN NOVEMBER, MY WIFE ACURA MDX 2010 WHICH HAS TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGED EVERY 9000 MILES / 1 YEAR AND LESS THAN 50000 MILES ON ODOMETER SUDDENLY HAD STRONG SHUDDER/VIBRATION ( LIKE ANOTHER IS HITTING BEHIND OR THE CAR ITSELF IS RUNNING OVER THE BIG ROCK) AND IT WAS STRUGGLING","quote_3_odi":"10430708","quote_3_text":"CAR SHUTTERS BETWEEN 1500-1800 RPMS. ALSO \"POPS\" WHEN IT DOWN SHIFTS. TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER HAD TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and inflator malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11124690","quote_1_text":"YELLOW CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM APPEARS AFTER CAR IS STARTED","quote_2_odi":"11439753","quote_2_text":"Car airbag system check light is on all times, garage ran diagnostic check airbag inflator malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11452053","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the airbag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the driver's side airbag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-drivetrain-shudder-lurch","label":"Drivetrain shudder, lurch, and vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11301750","quote_1_text":"THERE IS SHUDDERING COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION ON SPEEDS OF 30-40 MPH. IT SEEMS LIKE ACURA KNEW OF THE PROBLEM AND SENT A RECALL FOR MDX,RDX AND ZDX THAT WERE MADE FROM 2010 TO 2013 BUT MY VIN WASN'T INCLUDED ALTHOUGH I AM FACING THE SAME PROBLEM AS THOSE RECALLED VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10759260","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE FRONT WHEEL BEARING OR TRANSMISSION IS MAKING NOISES, LIKE WHINING, DRONING, OR HUMMING. I HAD THE FRONT HUBS AND BEARINGS REPLACED WITH NEW OEM HUBS AND BEARINGS. THE NOISE HAS CONTINUED!!!","quote_3_odi":"10463096","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE CAR THE BEGAN SHAKING FOLLOWED BY A BOOMING SOUND- SIMILAR TO A TIRE EXPLOSION - AND EVENTUALLY TIRES LOCKED UP CAUSING VEHICLE TO SKID. DEALER REPAIR SHOP DIAGNOSED AS A \"REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE\" AND REPAIRED. HOWEVER, TWO DAYS AFTER THE REPAIR,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11196903","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, IT BURNS AT LEAST 1 QT PER 1000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11000839","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION","quote_3_odi":"11374711","quote_3_text":"BURNING EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL. I CHECK IT EVERY TWO WEEKS AND EVERY TIME I HAVE TO TOP OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11519157","quote_1_text":"My sunroof shattered and exploded While I was driving","quote_2_odi":"11072015","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED, WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 60 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11039993","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IN MORNING TRAFFIC GOING AT LEAST 65 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-suspension-strut-failure","label":"Suspension strut and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11310728","quote_1_text":"I OWN TWO ACURA MDXS. 2009 SPORT AND 2011 ADVANCE. BOTH THESE VEHICLES ACTIVE DAMPER SYSTEMS HAVE FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES. ACURA OR AMERICAN HONDA KEEPS REPLACING THESE FAILED PARTS WITH THE SAME FAILED PART # 51606-STX-A59. THESE PARTS ARE FAILING PREMATURELY. WE SHOULD NOT BE","quote_2_odi":"10693649","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM SEPARATED FROM THE BOLT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE CONTROL ARM AND THE KNUCKLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"10819685","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT HEARD NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 60-65 MPH OR HIGHER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10944106","quote_1_text":"COMING TO A STOP LIGHT AND TRYING TO STOP, THE CAR START ACCELERATING AND REACH OVER 6500RPM. I COULD NOT STOP AND PASSED THE STOP, MOVED THE GEAR ON NEUTRAL AND THE RPM MOVED HIGHER THE WHOLE CAR WAS SHAKING AND THOUGHT IS GOING TO EXPLODE I MOVED IT IN P AND TURNED THE KEY","quote_2_odi":"10562309","quote_2_text":"CAR EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT. 4TH TIME THIS HAS OCCURRED (VERY INTERMITTENT). CAR WAS STOPPED WHILE IN DRIVE WAITING FOR TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF ME WHEN THE ENGINE STARTING REVVING...HAD TO KEEP MY FOOT DOWN ON THE BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING","quote_3_odi":"10525553","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA MDX. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PARK HER VEHICLE, BUT WHEN SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO HER HOME. THE RPMS CONTINUED TO INCREASE UNTIL SHE ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2012-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11415240","quote_1_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT WON'T GO OFF. SHOWING AN ERROR WHEN HOOKED UP TO THE MACHINE","quote_2_odi":"11080717","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT LAST WEEK AND TOTALED MY MDX. I RAN INTO A PILLAR IN A PARKING STRUCTURE PRETTY HARD. THE FRONT OF MY CAR IS ALL DAMAGED BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I HAD CONCUSSION AS A RESULT OF THIS ACCIDENT BECAUSE MY HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11072815","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A SERIOUS HEAD ON COLISION AND THE AIRBAGS IN THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DEPLOY DESPITE MAJOR DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR. I SUSTAINED INJURY REQUIRING HOSPITALIZATION IN COLLISION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2012-backup-camera-night-visibility","label":"Backup camera dim night image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10882103","quote_1_text":"THE REAR BACK-UP CAMERA ON THIS MODEL OF VEHICLE PROVIDES A VERY POOR IMAGE AT NIGHT CREATING A CLEAR SAFETY HAZARD. THE IMAGE THAT APPEARS ON THE SCREEN IS ALMOST NOT DISCERNIBLE AND VIRTUALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO MAKE OUT ANY IMAGES","quote_2_odi":"10703427","quote_2_text":"THE REAR BACK UP CAMERA DOES NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE BRIGHTNESS AT NIGHT. WITH THE SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SET TO MAX, I AM UNABLE TO DISCERN OBJECTS BEHIND ON THE SCREEN AT NIGHT ESPECIALLY IN RAIN AND UNLIT ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10495028","quote_3_text":"THE REAR BACK UP CAMERA DOES NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE BRIGHTNESS AT NIGHT. WITH THE SCREEN BRIGHTNESS SET TO MAX, I AM UNABLE TO DISCERN OBJECTS BEHIND ON THE SCREEN AT NIGHT ESPECIALLY IN RAIN. THE CAMERA LENS IS CLEAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2012-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11749222","quote_1_text":"2012 ACURA MDX burns extreme amounts of oil between oil changes. Typically a warning indicator comes on about 1,000 miles before oil change is due. I continue to refill oil between oil changes","quote_2_odi":"11683548","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption/burning Cylinder rings","quote_3_odi":"10917272","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE OIL ON THIS MODELS BURNS OUT VERY QUICKLY. I HAVE NOTICED THAT I GET INDICATOR TO CHANGE ENGINE OIL IN ABOUT EVERY 6000 MILES EVEN THOUGH I USE SYNTHETIC OIL WHICH HAS THE LIFE SPAM OF UP TO 12000 MILES. I USE MY CAR FOR NORMAL DRIVE FROM HOME TO WORK AND LEISURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2012-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10993109","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY 45 FROM DALLAS TO HOUSTON ON MAY 25, 2017, GOING APPROX. 65 MPH. ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A VERY LOUD POP SOUND FROM THE SUNROOF","quote_2_odi":"11140235","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WHEN MY SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES BY ME AND I WAS NOT DRIVING UNDER AN OVERPASS","quote_3_odi":"10920145","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED CAUSING SHATTERED GLASS TO FALL ON THE DRIVER WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN WENT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2012-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11375956","quote_1_text":"SHUDDERING WHEN GOING BETWEEN 20-40 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11373555","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION BROKE EVEN AFTER THE REGULAR MAINTENANCE. SPENT MORE THAN $5,000 WITH THE DEALER TO FIX IT","quote_3_odi":"10933709","quote_3_text":"MY 2012 MDX SUFFERS FROM A TORQUE CONVERTER RUMBLING SOUND AND VIBRATION COMMON TO THE MDX SERIES. AS YOU ACCELERATE THE NOISE AND VIBRATION CAN BE FELT ALMOST LIKE A BEARING NOISE WHICH WILL EVENTUALLY CAUSE A LOCKUP OR FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"electrical-fires-cabin-engine-bay","label":"Electrical Fires Originating in Cabin or Engine Bay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11554069","quote_1_text":"The contact stated when he looked at the vehicle again he noticed the vehicle was on fire from the passenger side headlight. The contact stated a fire report was filed and the contact was informed that the fire origin was due to an electrical malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11439625","quote_2_text":"Internal vehicle fire started around front passenger seat and burned for an unknown amount time before it extinguished on its own while vehicle was off and parked","quote_3_odi":"10680786","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE AND INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"electrical-system-malfunctions-battery-drain","label":"Electrical System Malfunctions and Battery Drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11405269","quote_1_text":"BATTERY HAS HAD TO BE REPLACE THREE TIMES DURING OWNERSHIP OF CAR. ALSO CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING FOR THE THIRD TIME SINCE PURCHASE IN FALL OF 2013, TOTAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11389302","quote_2_text":"PER THE MECHANIC MANY ACURA'S HAVING ISSUES WITH HANDSFREELINK BLUETOOTH WHICH DOESN'T TURN OFF RESULTING DRAINING BATTERY. WE JUST REPLACED OUR BATTERY AND ISSUE STILL PERSISTS","quote_3_odi":"10532687","quote_3_text":"BACK-UP CAMERA VIDEO / NAVIGATION MODULE, AND STEREO / CLOCK SCREENS REMAINED BLANK AFTER STARTING ENGINE, PLACING CAR IN REVERSE GEAR AND MOVING SLOWLY DOWN DRIVEWAY IN AN APPROXIMATE TIME FRAME OF 3-4 MINUTES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine Oil Consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11523749","quote_1_text":"The 2013 Acura MDX has a problem with the pistons in the engine which causes excessive oil consumption","quote_2_odi":"11492600","quote_2_text":"About 1k miles ago I started getting an error that said low oil level. I went back into the lube shop to see what was going on, they said there was no leakage or issues there but there was hardly any oil in my car and that it was probably burning oil","quote_3_odi":"11291712","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AFFECTING MY VEHICLE FROM ACURA (2013 MDX) I TOOK THE CAR AS INSTRUCTED TO BRIDGEWATER ACURA AND THEY PERFORMED AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"engine-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine Stalling and Power Loss While Driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11424043","quote_1_text":"Over the past 3 months, the engine will cut off while I'm driving and the steering wheel and brakes lock up. This has happened about 5 times in a three-month period","quote_2_odi":"10836993","quote_2_text":"AT NOON ON FEB 5TH (JUST ABOUT 7 DAYS) THE CAR SUDDENLY STOP WHEN TRYING TO PULL UP TO THE DRIVE WAY OF MY FRIEND HOUSE. THE ENTIRE CAR IS IN THE MIDDLE OF A SMALL STREET, BLOCKING CARS FROM MOVING","quote_3_odi":"10627877","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE, THE IGNITION ON, WHEN IT SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN AND DECELERATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"exterior-lighting-visibility-failures","label":"Exterior Lighting and Visibility System Failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11744051","quote_1_text":"The car is giving external right head light issue. The light turns off suddenly at night which we need to turn on again after 2 minutes. This happens frequently and we have to turn on the lights very often","quote_2_odi":"10731925","quote_2_text":"EMERGENCY FLASHERS WERE STUCK IN THE ON POSITION. WE HAD PULLED OVER BRIEFLY ON THE FREEWAY AND TURNED ON THE HAZARD FLASHERS. SHORTLY THEREAFTER WE WANTED TO RESUME DRIVING BUT THE FLASHERS WOULD NOT TURN OFF FOR A COUPLE MINUTES, SO WE DID NOT WANT TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11132688","quote_3_text":"BACKUP CAMERA HAS EXTREMELY POOR PERFORMANCE IN LOW LIGHT OR NIGHT TIME SETTINGS IF THERE IS NO OTHER AMBIENT LIGHT LIKE STREET LIGHTS. REVERSE LIGHTS ARE NOT SUFFICIENT TO BE ABLE TO SEE OBSTACLES OR DANGERS IN THE BACKUP MONITOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"steering-column-wheel-malfunctions","label":"Steering Column and Wheel Malfunctions","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10693695","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL MOVED UPWARDS INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10640928","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONTROL NEEDED TO BE REBOOTED","quote_3_odi":"10515905","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SHOWS ALL TROUBLE CODES, VSA STABILITY, TRAILER STABILITY, ALL WHEEL DRIVE, ENGINE SYSTEM. ERROR. ONCE CODE COMES ON LOSS OF POWER AND STABILITY CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor vibration during braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10930346","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE START SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHEN BRAKING AT HIGH SPEEDS OR WITH EMERGENCY BRAKING. BRAKING EFFICIENCY MAY BE SUFFERING AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"10906868","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN A LONG, DOWNHILL SLOPE THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE REST OF THE CAR STARTED SHAKING WHEN THE BRAKE IS APPLIED","quote_3_odi":"10759830","quote_3_text":"OUR 2014 ACURA MDX'S BRAKE ROTORS HAD TO BE RESURFACED AFTER ONLY 13,000 MILES. THE MECHANIC AT THE DEALER NOTED THAT THEY HAVE SEEN MANY SIMILAR CASES WITH THE NEW MDX BECAUSE IT'S SO HEAVY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-eps-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering lockup during driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11705732","quote_1_text":"my daughter drove the vehicle for an appointment. Parked it went in and upon return, started it but could not turn the steering wheel. It was nearly impossible to turn the wheel. When turned with force, it would vibrate","quote_2_odi":"11635766","quote_2_text":"The EPS system failed while driving on a major highway. I was in the passing (left) lane, and had to manually steer the vehicle. I had to have the vehicle towed to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"10980411","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA MDX. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE POWER STEERING FAILURE ERROR MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759967","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal sound, the vehicle lost motive power, and the contact noticed a fuel odor inside the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11611474","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, and while driving up an incline, the vehicle briefly hesitated and lost motive power before returning to normal functionality","quote_3_odi":"11608582","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump impeller was improperly moulded, resulting in low density impellers. Over time, the low-density impeller can deform and interfere with the fuel pump body, rendering the fuel pump inoperative","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-roof-paint-delamination","label":"Roof paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11714839","quote_1_text":"This car is consistently garaged. It was pulled out one morning and a large sheet of paint peeled off roof while it was sitting in the driveway","quote_2_odi":"11648366","quote_2_text":"Large spot of paint has peeled off, exposing bare metal in front of the sunroof and above the windshield in the center of the roof","quote_3_odi":"11605291","quote_3_text":"The white paint on the roof of my car peeled off in huge chunks between the sunroof and the windshield. Acura had extended the warranty on the paint to 8 years from the date in service and ours was fine at the deadline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11530084","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was a loud popping sound was heard. The contact stopped and inspected the vehicle and discovered that the glass sunroof had shattered","quote_2_odi":"11062678","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLOSION - SATURDAY 1/13/18 EVENING 7:30 PM DRIVING ON OPEN HIGHWAY (HARDY TOLL ROAD IN NORTH OF HOUSTON) TO AIRPORT TO PICK UP MY FAMILY. CLEAR SKIES, ~50F","quote_3_odi":"10956132","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVE APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE 83 NORTH OF BALTIMORE MARYLAND. NO TRAFFIC AHEAD WITHIN QUARTER MILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Taillight assembly water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11657599","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while approaching the vehicle after the vehicle had been started, the contact noticed that the taillights were inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11268932","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONSUMER OWNS A 2014 ACURA MDX. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THEY HAD RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V256000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE TAIL LIGHTS WERE FILLED WITH WATER AND BECAME INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"11203041","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY LEAKING AND HOLDING WATER CAUSING DEGRADED ILLUMINATION AND SHORT CIRCUIT HAZARD. THIS IS KNOWN RECALL ISSUE WITH ACURA TSL HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY AND ACURA MDX TAIL LAMPS, BOTH MADE OF SIMILAR CONSTRUCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-transmission-judder","label":"Transmission judder and torque converter shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11656957","quote_1_text":"The power train experiences jutters. Known issue and many torque converters have been replaced while under warranty. Our vehicle had minimal miles when warranty expired and now this problem has occurred","quote_2_odi":"11133487","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM. EXPERIENCING SHUTTER WHEN SHIFTING FROM 2ND GEAR INTO 3RD GEAR. STARTING AT 40,000K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11405970","quote_3_text":"I HAD THIS 2014 ACURA MDX FOR 4YR SINCE 2016 AS CPO AT LOCAL ACURA DEALER. SINCE 2YRS AGO, MY RPM DO NOT CLIMB STEADY AND IT IS JUMPING UP AND DOWN ,ESPECIALLY AT THE SPEED BETWEEN 40 TO 60","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"2014-mdx-unintended-acceleration-park-reverse","label":"Unintended acceleration in Park or Reverse","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10917899","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA MDX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A ROD IRON FENCE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10586577","quote_2_text":"THIS IS THE THIRD INCIDENT OF UNINTENDED ENGINE REVVING WITH THIS VEHICLE. THIS THIRD INCIDENT OCCURRED AT 5925 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10732013","quote_3_text":"UNINTENTIONAL ACCELERATION AND FAILURE OF COLLISION MITIGATION SYSTEM 2014 ACURA MDX ADVANCED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-door-lock-keyless-entry","label":"Door auto-relock and keyless entry malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11119473","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC SAFETY DOOR RELOCK FAULTY. THE REMOTE WAS USED TO UNLOCK THE DOORS. THE REAR DOOR WAS OPENED AND THE BABY WAS PLACED IN THE CAR SEAT. THE DIAPER BAG WAS THEN PLACED ON THE FLOOR OF THE BACK SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10759256","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS IF THE CELL PHONE AND KEYLESS FOB WERE IN THE SAME LOCATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11750652","quote_1_text":"My 2015 AcuraMDX engine seized while driving creating an unsafe condition as it occurred on a busy roadway. I suspect a rod bearing failure. It has been reported to Honda","quote_2_odi":"11639599","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact pulled over onto the shoulder of the roadway. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11150754","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STOPS ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES POWER WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-eps-steering-failure","label":"Power steering (EPS) failure while turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11058534","quote_1_text":"THREE MONTHS AFTER OWNING THIS 2015 MDX MY POWER STEERING FAILED AS I WAS DRIVING (EPS FAILURE) AND MAKING A LEFT TURN. THIS CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER STEERING MAKING IT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER","quote_2_odi":"11022388","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING SYSTEM (EPS) PROBLEM. STEERING JAMMED. VERY HARD TO STEER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof paint peeling on white diamond pearl finish","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11636349","quote_1_text":"Paint peeling on roof (white diamond pearl paint)","quote_2_odi":"11608615","quote_2_text":"Acura issued Warranty Extension TSB 19-029 on 2014-2016 MDX with white diamond pearl paint. The extension covers the roof and rear door. My roof began peeling in or around 2022 and the roof was repainted without issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11528062","quote_1_text":"The sun/moon roof glass on our 2015 Acura MDX spontaneously shattered while my wife was driving down a major thoroughfare in our area. If the inside cover below the glass had been open, my wife could have been seriously injured by falling shards of glass","quote_2_odi":"10694095","quote_2_text":"EXPLODING SUNROOF - WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON 91 IN MA WE EXPERIENCED AN EXTREMELY LOUD BOOM IN THE VEHICLE. NOTHING HIT US NOR DID WE HIT ANYTHING - IT WAS SPONTANEOUS. THE SUNROOF EXPLODED COMPLETELY SHATTERING INTO SMALL PIECES","quote_3_odi":"10722449","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THIS CAR EARLY IN THE MORNING WHEN I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO OPEN THE MOONROOF, IT VIOLENTLY EXPLODED CAUSING GLASS TO SHOWER UPON ME. I HAVE SUFFERED CUTS ON MY HAND AND ON MY HEAD AS A RESULT OF THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-taillight-failure","label":"Taillight failure and condensation in assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11728195","quote_1_text":"My driver side taillight is malfunctioning. It appears there is a problem with the seal which is allowing water to get inside the assembly, causing it to short out","quote_2_odi":"11579573","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he observed condensation in both taillights and the taillights did not illuminate as intended. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the lid light needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11647955","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate lid lights did not function as intended. The contact was pulled over by the local Police and was informed that the taillights were not operating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11442215","quote_1_text":"Torque converter shutter at speeds of 30mph - 45mph causing erratic acceleration fluctuations. I addressed the concern with the dealership at around 72,000 miles (just out of manufacturers warranty)","quote_2_odi":"11258246","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS AT 35-40 MPH, THE SHUDDERING IS HARDER WHEN GOING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE. IT SEEMS THAT THE VEHICLE DOESN'T WANT TO SHIFT DOWN A GEAR. I HAVE TO EITHER LET GO OF THE GAS OR GIVE IT MORE GAS FOR THE SHUDDERING TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"11348639","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPS ,AND HESITATES TO SHIFT NORMALLY AND THEN GOES NORMAL AGAIN. VEHICLE IS IN MOTION WHEN THIS OCCURED ,IT HAPPENED WHILE CRUSING AT 35 MPH, AND AT 50 MPH, STREET ,AND HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2015-unintended-auto-braking","label":"Automatic braking activation with no vehicle ahead","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11667443","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden the brakes are automatically applied with collision avoidance amber coming on dash heads up display while I am on freeway approximate speed 30-40 mph with no apparent vehicle in front.this has also happened at lower speeds in local driving roads","quote_2_odi":"10786197","quote_2_text":"AS I GOT CLOSER TO THE STEEL PLATE, THE VEHICLE'S COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM APPLIED THE BRAKES ON ITS OWN, I ASSUME BECAUSE IT PERCEIVED THE STEEL PLATE TO BE A COLLISION THREAT. I HAD NO CONTROL OVER MY SUV, AND THERE WAS NOTHING I COULD DO TO RESUME NORMAL…","quote_3_odi":"10763775","quote_3_text":"WITH THE NEW RECALL SOFTWARE. THE MDX STOPS OR APPLY THE BRAKING ON THE FREEWAY. THIS IS A CONTINUES TO THIS DAY. THE DEALERSHIP HAD THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT ONE WEEK. THEY SAID THAT IT COULD NOT FIND A PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2016-connecting-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure with engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":364,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751144","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic Engine failure. Engine shook, then loss power. Multiple lights went off. Repair shop found metal shavings in the oil pan. Later diagnosed by specialist with cam/rocker engine issue. Recommended action was engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11749666","quote_2_text":"Engine began knocking, brass colored shaving in drained oil due to bearing damage. This vin is not covered by the recall scope","quote_3_odi":"11628261","quote_3_text":"Engine blew a rod at 130,000 miles. Replaced engine. Maintained vehicle correctly And changed oil regularly. contacted Acura, but no help. Other vehicles reported similar problems and recalls issued., but not for my particular vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2016-idle-stop-stall-no-restart","label":"Idle-stop system stall with delayed restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":364,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11652442","quote_1_text":"I drive a 2016 Acura MDX, with less than 80K mileage. My car has an idle stop feature which was not working and I was having trouble starting my car in the mornings when it was cold. I assumed the battery was getting low, replaced to a new battery and the idle stop began working","quote_2_odi":"11615829","quote_2_text":"The auto engine idle feature activated at a stoplight as normal, but when I lifted my foot from the brake to accelerate, the car shut down, shifted into neutral, and wouldn’t restart. This happenwd 3 times in the last two days , leaving me stalled in heavy traffic for several","quote_3_odi":"11554177","quote_3_text":"Car failed at stops when auto stop is engaged. Vehicle would not restart. This happened at stop lights, stop signs etc. I took in for repair and the starter was replaced. American Honda subsequently issued a notice (not a full recall) for my vehicle for this issue. They offered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2016-rear-taillight-failure","label":"Rear taillight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":364,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753988","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and attempting to open the trunk, the contact became aware that the inner driver’s side taillight was inoperable. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V256000","quote_2_odi":"11633157","quote_2_text":"Rear inner tail light on driver side is not working (34155-TZ5-H03). There is active recall on models between 2014-2019 but when checked my VIN it shows it is not covered. I went through the detail of recall and it can be clearly seen that the damage is same as shown in the","quote_3_odi":"11657737","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated that the driver's side rear taillight bulb had burned out. The contact replaced the bulb, but the failure reoccurred. The contact stated that the driver's side rear taillight failure was intermittent but was a persistent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2016-roof-paint-delamination","label":"Roof paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":364,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11730700","quote_1_text":"The factory‑applied exterior paint on the roof panel of my 2016 Acura MDX has experienced clear‑coat and base‑coat delamination, resulting in complete separation of paint layers and exposure of bare metal. This is not a cosmetic blemish or paint discoloration. The failure","quote_2_odi":"11650322","quote_2_text":"Paint on the roof just suddenly peeled off 2 days ago. There's a Service Bulletin 19-029: [XXX] , but ACURA says the extended warranty is expired and they cannot do anything. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","quote_3_odi":"11629839","quote_3_text":"Our 2016 MDX starting peeling paint off the roof. Acura said they extended the warranty for this known defect for an 8 year period. Since this problem just happened we are outside the 8 year extension. The internet is full of similar stories of people like us who have the paint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"acura-mdx-2016-transmission-loss-of-power","label":"Transmission loss of drive power or shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":364,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11475517","quote_1_text":"Transmission issues with my 2016 Acura MDX slipping into neutral and staying there while driving at high speeds on interstates. This could've caused injury to myself, my passengers, and other drivers on the road due to the high speeds. Without being to able to accelerate when","quote_2_odi":"11634907","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle downshifted inadvertently. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where the failure was not able to be replicated. The contact stated that on one occasion","quote_3_odi":"11564610","quote_3_text":"The contact's wife owns a 2016 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond and lost motive power. A message indicating a transmission failure was displayed. The contact was able to veer to the side of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-accelerator-response-delay","label":"Accelerator response delay and momentary power loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11671407","quote_1_text":"While travelling at highway speeds, I removed my foot from the accelerator to adjust speed for a lane change. When changing lanes and acceleration was then needed, there was no response from the engine for ~5 seconds.…","quote_2_odi":"11746158","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate and lost motive power. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road and then regained normal operation and accelerated as intended.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-engine-recall-parts","label":"Engine recall repair parts availability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11638035","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Acura MDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.…","quote_2_odi":"11614231","quote_2_text":"Open recall that still has not been repaired due to not knowing when parts will be available.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-front-camera-failure","label":"Front camera failure disabling driver-assist systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11704874","quote_1_text":"Blind spot warning, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keep assistance, and high beam lights keep flashing on dash giving a code of: U3000-49. The dealership quoted me $2000 to fix a faulty front facing camera.…","quote_2_odi":"11678438","quote_2_text":"The front lane assist camera has failed internally and now the lane assist, forward collision and adaptive cruise control no longer work. This has been a known issue and has happened to other Acura MDXs.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-idle-stop-stall","label":"Engine stall at idle stop with delayed restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11466572","quote_1_text":"The vehicle stalls and loses all power when coming out of auto idle stop. This is a default feature that shuts the engine off when the vehicle stops to create fuel efficiency. But it is creating a terrible safety issue of having vehicles unexpectedly stopped on the roadway.…","quote_2_odi":"11482647","quote_2_text":"The car several times now has stopped in traffic and died after the idle stop was initiated while stopped in traffic. It will not start up for at least 30 seconds to a minute. We were almost rear-ended because we were stuck in the middle of the road.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11717597","quote_1_text":"One or more connecting rod bearings are failing. There is a knocking noise coming from the lower end of the engine which is more pronounced under load. There is a risk of the engine failing completely while driving and causing risk to myself, my passengers, and other drivers.…","quote_2_odi":"11742127","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving, the engine made clunking noise, sudden loss of power and the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a connecting rod bearing failure and engine replacement is necessary.…","quote_3_odi":"11695687","quote_3_text":"Engine seized due to failure of the connecting rod bearing. Same issue that is occurring in the recall but our VIN does not fall into the vin codes. Engine needed a complete rebuild. During engine failure, I was in the middle of truck and vehicle would not move even in neutral.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-taillight-moisture","label":"Tail light failure from moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11452398","quote_1_text":"The rear tail lights stopped working completely due to manufacturing defect of rear tail lights causing electric short circuit by moisture . Defective tail lights Safety recall was performed in August 2021 by Dennisville Acura.…","quote_2_odi":"11682930","quote_2_text":"Water has entered inner tail light causing it to stop working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11729196","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Acura MDX unexpectedly shifts into neutral while I am driving, specifically when slowing down approaching stop signs. When this happens, the vehicle loses power and will not accelerate, creating a dangerous situation in traffic.…","quote_2_odi":"11458005","quote_2_text":"On March 20, 2022, I was on the freeway going 65 miles per hour in the fast lane and my transmission warning light came on and the car went in to Neutral and lost all power on the gas pedal and the car would not move.…","quote_3_odi":"11430058","quote_3_text":"Transmission goes into neutral on its own. Loses power. Delay in acceleration. Jerky gear shifting.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2017-unintended-auto-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":244,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11406064","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON NORMAL ROAD WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND, THE EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM/FORWARD COLLISION ACTIVATED AND IMMEDIATELY STOPPED MY CAR WITH NO DANGER PRESENT. THIS RESULTED IN THE CAR BEHIND ME SWERVE TO AVOID HITTING ME IN THE REAR.…","quote_2_odi":"11403768","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 80 MPH AND AS I WAS ROUNDING A BAND THE CAR AUTOMATICALLY STARTED BREAKING WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR ALMOST CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE IT OUT OF ALLEVIATED THE BREAKING AND ALLOWED ME TO CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11483808","quote_1_text":"2018 purchased a little more than a month ago as a certified used Acura. Twice now we have been overridden by the automatic forward collision detecting something in front when NOTHING was there. Once on the freeway went from 70mph to 15 quickly and almost got rear ended.…","quote_2_odi":"11257600","quote_2_text":"MERGING ONTO A 6 LANE HIGHWAY, SPECIFICALLY THE 3 NORTHBOUND LANES, THE COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM ACTIVATED SUDDENLY. I WAS MOVING FROM THE RIGHT LANE TO THE MIDDLE LANE ACCELERATING AS NEEDED TO MAINTAIN THE APPROPRIATE SPEED WITH THE MIDDLE LANE.…","quote_3_odi":"11081739","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED ACURA MDX IN JANUARY OF 2018 SO IT IS NOW 3 MONTHS. I BELIEVE THERE IS SOMETHING SIGNIFICANTLY WRONG WITH ITS AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM. I WAS DRIVING DOWN A HILL ON A RESIDENTAL, FAST PACED ROAD, WITH A GUARDRAIL TO MY RIGHT SIDE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-camera-driver-assist-loss","label":"Front camera failure disabling driver-assist systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11730022","quote_1_text":"While driving the car, several warning lights turned on all at once, saying that the following components were disabled: Lane Keep Assist, Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic High Beams, and Collision Mitigation Braking System.…","quote_2_odi":"11694334","quote_2_text":"The front camera seems to be faulty and is throwing warning lights on the Dash. Lane keep assist system, front collision and adaptive cruise control lights show up. These warnings disappear when the car cools down, but does appear again","quote_3_odi":"11730579","quote_3_text":"Front camera stopped working at 65 000 miles. Seems to be a faulty part as many Hondas and Acuras have the same problem and the dealer wants over $2000 to replace a $700 part that sounds like less than 45 minutes to replace.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11584082","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a garage there was a sudden odor of smoke. The contact stated upon discovering the smoke the contact noticed fumes and flames coming from the engine compartment.…","quote_2_odi":"11318948","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED UNDER MY CAR PORT IMMEDIATELY AFTER RETURNING FROM THE GROCERY STORE. AS I WAS UNLOADING THE CAR I SAW AND SMELLED SMOKE WHICH THEN ERUPTED INTO A FIRE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT.…","quote_3_odi":"11564499","quote_3_text":"Fire under the hood of my 2018 MDX - caused by weak battery and overloaded starter. My car was parked in the garage right under my daughter’s bedroom.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-keyless-control-unit","label":"Keyless control unit random electrical activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11514016","quote_1_text":"Keyless Access/TPMS Control Unit is failing. Vehicle randomly behaves where all dash lights blink on and off, head lights turn on, car alarm intermittently alarms, and motorized steering wheel moves.…","quote_2_odi":"11490709","quote_2_text":"The car was bought in November, 2018, and is still under warranty. In the morning of October 3, 2022, The car would not start. The voltage of the battery was measured to be about 11.5 V.…","quote_3_odi":"11674866","quote_3_text":"The car alarm started going off randomly after the car was locked and armed. This would happen periodically. The car was locked using the indoor lock and then left unlocked and the lights would go off and on periodically.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall repair parts backorder","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11621753","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Acura MDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_2_odi":"11628987","quote_2_text":"We have two stop sale safety recalls on our 2018 Acura MDX that have gone over a year without being addressed. I have contacted Acura and the dealership multiple times. Acura refers me to the dealer and the dealer refers me to Acura.…","quote_3_odi":"11629859","quote_3_text":"Contacted dealer to schedule a recall repair appointment in July 2024. The appointment was scheduled for November 11th. I showed up on November 11th and was told my appointment was not scheduled until December 11th.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting-rod bearing engine failure and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11737502","quote_1_text":"Rob bearing recall was performed on a 2018 Acura MDX at around 78,000 miles. After a long ordeal with Acura because the recall had not yet been extended to the 2018 MDX's yet, Honda agreed to replace the motor. The new replacement motor has already seized again…","quote_2_odi":"11624631","quote_2_text":"At 40k miles the connecting rod bearings gave out, car was taken to the shop and bottom end was rebuilt under warranty. at 80k miles the same issue began to start. cars been in the shop for weeks for the same connecting rod bearing issue.","quote_3_odi":"11695372","quote_3_text":"I am filing this report regarding my 2018 Acura MDX that has experienced complete engine failure directly related to the Connecting-Rod Bearing Safety Recall (NHTSA Recall 23V-751) and Acura’s failure to perform the recall when I first reported issues.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Inner taillight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11489361","quote_1_text":"Inner taillight on passenger side of vehicle not working. According to an independent service center, there is a faulty seal and water/moisture in inner taillight housing.","quote_2_odi":"11724508","quote_2_text":"Hello, My 2018 Acura MDX has moisture and water inside the inner tailgate (trunk) tail light assembly, which caused the light to stop working.…","quote_3_odi":"11559907","quote_3_text":"Passenger rear, right inner tail light is not working. Was under recall but Acura is not replacing it. Obviously water has entered it and shorted it out. They said the recall was completed on it but why is the taillight not working.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2018-throttle-hesitation","label":"Throttle hesitation and loss of acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11698756","quote_1_text":"When you press the accelerator pedal there is a significant delay in the pedal response particularly at low speed. As you press accelerator pedal nothing happens for a second or two.…","quote_2_odi":"11456585","quote_2_text":"When trying to accelerate after braking the vehicle has a MASSIVE hesitation where it just sits there doing nothing literally for a solid second. Not only being very frustrating it's IMO very dangerous.…","quote_3_odi":"11452260","quote_3_text":"When the car accelerator pedal is pressed, from either a stop or slowly rolling from a stop, there is no response from the vehicle, no transmission downshift, no sounds - it just sits as if the car is off for 1-3 seconds and THEN accelerates/lunges.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-adas-camera-malfunction","label":"Forward collision camera malfunction and false braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11695685","quote_1_text":"Camera is failing - reportedly due to a bad internal ground-wire. Acura is charging $900 for the part and $1600 for the installation and calibration of a new unit !!","quote_2_odi":"11746803","quote_2_text":"The subject 2019 Acura MDX model includes the tech package which adds several safety features that function through a windshield mounted camara/radar. The system has malfunctioned and none of the safety features are working","quote_3_odi":"11582103","quote_3_text":"Forward Collision Mitigation braking randomly activates and slams on the brakes despite no cars/obstacles/items in front of it. I have luckily not been rear-ended, but I've had several close calls when driving in traffic (car noses dipping behind me)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-fuel-pump-loss-of-power","label":"Fuel pump failure and sudden loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11625723","quote_1_text":"In February 2024, received a recall for fuel pump module, which can result in prevent engine from starting, cause vehicle to lose driver power, or stall while driving. Can also result in failing emissions inspection. Acura reports that repair is not available until Fall 2024","quote_2_odi":"11745700","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while traveling at highway speeds on [XXX], the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete loss of engine propulsion","quote_3_odi":"11572659","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle at highway speeds the accelerator pedal became unresponsive. Additional force on the pedal pushed it to the floor with no response from the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-idle-stop-stall-neutral","label":"Auto idle-stop stall and unexpected shift to neutral","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11517227","quote_1_text":"I pulled up to a stop light at a busy intersection/highway exit and, after depressing the brake, the vehicle abruptly turned off and shifted to neutral. The brake became very difficult to depress and the parking brake enabled on its own","quote_2_odi":"11532591","quote_2_text":"Starting having an issue over the last few weeks where the car will shut off as it should with the idle start/stop enhanced but when I release the brake, the car goes into neutral and doesn’t start","quote_3_odi":"11473342","quote_3_text":"I have had problems with the car stalling or shifting to neutral from drive after the auto stop feature is engaged. This typically happens when the engine tries to restart after having shutoff at the stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11572992","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated while her nephew was driving at an undisclosed speed, he noticed smoke coming from the front and rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11564571","quote_2_text":"Beginning in October of 2023, I was hearing an engine knock/ticking. Acura tech support at the local dealership said my rear cylinder head needed to be replaced. I asked Acura how, since my car is only a few years old, could this cylinder head already be bad","quote_3_odi":"11182028","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROX. 40 MPH AND SLOWING TO TURN INTO GAS STATION, THE CAR COMPLETELY TURNED OFF. I WAS UNABLE TO PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL OR GET OFF OF ROAD. TOW TRUCK CALLED AND HAD TO BE DRUG ONTO FLATBED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-taillight-headlight-moisture","label":"Taillight and headlight moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11645250","quote_1_text":"The headlight assemblies to my vehicle have become defective. The headlight assembly, both right and left, has moisture intrusion within the headlight assembly, creating condensation build-up inside the housing","quote_2_odi":"11607034","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the rear tailgate lid light failed to illuminate as designed","quote_3_odi":"11555041","quote_3_text":"The back inner tail light on my car is not working, which is the following recall, however, according to acura, my vin does not apply and does not show a recall. I believe this is an error since I am having the exact issue and my vin should be included in this recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-transmission-limp-mode","label":"Transmission hesitation and limp-mode power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11668367","quote_1_text":"At only 44,318 miles, my 2019 Acura MDX began showing clear transmission problems in the lower gears — including delayed acceleration, gear slipping, and jerky movement when starting or turning at low speed","quote_2_odi":"11746202","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden internal mechanical and electronic transmission failure. Without warning, the vehicle shifted itself directly into Park while navigating the busy intersection of [XXX] and [XXX]","quote_3_odi":"11361064","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE GOES INTO 'GO LIMP' WHEN I ACCELERATE OR CHANGE LANES. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN PASSING ON A TWO LANE COUNTRY ROAD (HAPPENED TWICE) AND MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY WITH A SHORT ENTRANCE RAMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11635640","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle experienced a sudden jolt. The contact immediately depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle erroneously accelerated to a high rate of speed","quote_2_odi":"11278187","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATES ITSELF. THIS IS ESPECIALLY TRUE IN LOW SPEEDS. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS TIMES THAT I AM DRIVING SLOWLY IN A PARKING RAMP AND THE VEHICLE WILL JUST SHOOT FORWARD AS THOUGH I AM PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, WHEN I AM NOT!","quote_3_odi":"11322129","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A DRIVE THROUGH WAS ASKED TO PULL FORWARD AND PARK AT CURB AS I BRAKED MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN STRIKING THE CURB AND DAMAGING MY LEFT FRONT WHEEL AT THE TIME OF THE FALSE ACCELERATION I WAS IN DRIVE IDELING FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2019-windshield-pillar-distortion","label":"Front windshield pillar distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11204904","quote_1_text":"RECENTLY PURCHASED A NEW 2019 MDX AND THE FRONT WINDSHIELD IS SEVERELY DISTORTED. THIS IS OCCURRING ALONG A WIDE BAND NEAR THE FRONT PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE PILLARS. OBJECTS SUCH AS VEHICLES AND PEDESTRIANS APPEAR WAVY AND SEVERELY DISTORTED WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11191287","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A 2019 ACURA MDX TWO DAYS AGO AND NOTICED TODAY THAT THERE IS OPTICAL DISTORTION ON FRONT WINDSHIELD. CLEARLY THE DISTORTIONS AFFECT MY VISIBILITY. THE OBJECTS THROUGH DISTORTED WINDSHIELD APPEAR BENT/CURVED","quote_3_odi":"11183121","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD DISTORTION NEAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT PILLARS CAUSING OBJECTS TO BE PERCEIVED INCORRECTLY ALONG WITH MOMENTARY DISORIENTATION WHEN TRYING TO DETERMINE THE ACTUAL POSITION OF OBJECTS WHEN ROUNDING CURVES OR BENDS IN THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2020-adas-camera-failure","label":"Multipurpose front camera failure disabling ADAS systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746074","quote_1_text":"Collision Mitigation, Automatic Cruise Control, and Lane Keep Assist features disabled. Safety equipment failure","quote_2_odi":"11701938","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2020 Acura MDX with 29,647 miles, all AcuraWatch safety systems suddenly failed at once, including Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Keeping Assist, Road Departure Mitigation, Adaptive Cruise Control, and Automatic High Beams","quote_3_odi":"11685108","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Acura MDX is throwing up multiple dashboard warnings related to the camera sensor—involving systems like Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assist, Collision Mitigation, and Road Departure Mitigation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2020-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle-stop failure to restart at a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711138","quote_1_text":"I was at a red light with the idle stop automatically triggered. When the light turned green, and I pressed the accelerate pedal, the car would not move. I looked and saw the car had shifted itself to N (neutral) when it should have stayed at D (drive)","quote_2_odi":"11621400","quote_2_text":"I came to a stop at a stop sign. The start/stop feature activated and the engine shut off. When I lifted my foot off the brake, the engine did not restart (as it's supposed to), and then vehicle automatically shifted itself into neutral (without any of my doing)","quote_3_odi":"11605689","quote_3_text":"My MDX will randomly shut itself off while at a red light. It takes MULTIPLE attempts to get it restarted. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk and continues to be at risk!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2020-parking-brake-emissions-warning","label":"Electric parking brake and emissions warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712781","quote_1_text":"A new recent event 2025 has also occur and was brought to the dealerships attention, a warning message indicating - Electric Parking Brake Problem follow by a Emissions System Problem will appear","quote_2_odi":"11698353","quote_2_text":"Electric parking break and emissions light keep popping up. They says it’s the catalytic converter many people having the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11636636","quote_3_text":"1.17.25 My check engine light came on with the following lights: Emissions System Problem Electric Parking Brake Problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2020-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746661","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 - 25 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the passenger’s side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11725507","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2020 Acura MDX A-Spec at approximately 63,744 miles, the vehicle suddenly lost all engine power without warning while passing through a busy multi-lane intersection","quote_3_odi":"11626538","quote_3_text":"I started to here a very light knocking noise on cold starts. I made an appointment with my dealership to check it out. The earliest appoint they had open was a bout a week out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2020-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Taillight assembly water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736688","quote_1_text":"There is an active Taillight (Lid Lights) Safety Recall (25V-259) on 2014-2020 Acura MDXs. When I enter my VIN it claims I am not part of this recall but there is sitting water inside my drivers side tailgate lid light assembly","quote_2_odi":"11674739","quote_2_text":"There is moisture and water droplets inside outer left taillight","quote_3_odi":"11578224","quote_3_text":"Left rear inner tail light is inoperative. There is evidence of water intrusion in the lower left corner of the tail light assembly. Called dealer, was told by service manager that the concern was not covered under warranty as the vehicle has just over 51,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-battery-drain-idle-stop","label":"Battery drain and engine shutoff at idle stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11684462","quote_1_text":"The engine suddenly shut off when the vehicle was waiting for traffic light and at full stop. The vehicle would not restart after multiple attempts and had to be towed to dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11714216","quote_2_text":"The battery drains quickly. Have replaced the battery twice since 2022. something in the car is draining the battery and making it fail. infotainment screen sometimes stays grey and doesn't go black when car is off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle ahead","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11678638","quote_1_text":"I have experienced several incidents where I am driving on open road with no obstructions in front of my vehicle and the collision braking feature suddenly engages. This has led to vehicles behind me almost rear ending my car…","quote_2_odi":"11524935","quote_2_text":"The collision mitigation braking engages independently with no objects in front of vehicle. I was going through a green light with no car in front of me. The car momentarily started to brake on its own.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with multiple warning lights","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11614218","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle and while it was in motion, I received a wave of faults. The power steering, lane departure, brake system, brake hold system, vehicle stability assist, hill start assist, trailer stability, and adaptive cruise control all failed…","quote_2_odi":"11462713","quote_2_text":"At slow speed our brand new vehicle with only 800 miles the electric power steering system failed causing difficulty manually steering the vehicle and pulling off the roadway. In addition every warning light illuminated on dashboard…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-stroke-sensor-corrosion","label":"Suspension stroke sensor and floor harness corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11726051","quote_1_text":"MDX Type S with 63k miles. After performing diagnostic check there were several fault codes related to the vehicle's suspension system. Upon inspection, they identified issues with the ride height (stroke) sensors and wiring…","quote_2_odi":"11726624","quote_2_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding my 2022 Acura MDX Type S with approximately 70,700 miles. The vehicle developed a suspension system warning, and upon inspection by an Acura dealership, I was informed that the suspension stroke sensor and floor wiring harness are corroded…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-sunroof-drain-leak","label":"Sunroof drain water leaks with electrical damage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11747106","quote_1_text":"The malfunction was both rear drains from the sunroof were clogged and possibly kinked. The dealership might still have the components but did not give us access to them. The clog caused the water to enter the vehicle and accumulate…","quote_2_odi":"11742717","quote_2_text":"MDX back sunroof drains cracked causing the car to flood. The water came into the back hatch and also damaged the amp to the speaker system. All of the Carpet had to be pulled out of the car. This car is only four years old…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11601835","quote_1_text":"Panoramic roof suddenly exploded with no apparent reason while driving around 45 mile per hour. The outside temperature from the gauge was showing 89 degree F. Road was clean and there was no sign of a rock hitting the roof…","quote_2_odi":"11452717","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded outward while driving children to school. Loud boom like an explosion, no rain or inclement weather. Received a splinter from small shards of glass after Acura dealership vacuumed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-transfer-case-spline-failure","label":"Transfer case spline failure with loss of AWD","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11746086","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Acura AWD MDX with 95795 miles lost the power to the rear wheels. The spline between the transmission and the transfer case stripped. The transmission and transfer case had to be replaced for $14,442.37…","quote_2_odi":"11745438","quote_2_text":"I accelerated from a complete stop and heard a loud bang from the transmission at 10 mph. No warning lights came on, but car now only operating in front wheel drive mode instead of AWD…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure with loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11419519","quote_1_text":"I purchased the new MDX 2022 on May 27th 2021. On May 31st, while driving on the Interstate 287 at 65mph, the car suddenly stop accelerating. When I pushed the gas pedal, the engine only revved up but the car continued to slow down…","quote_2_odi":"11748572","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds exceeding 30 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended upon depression of the accelerator pedal; however, the RPMs increased…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-adas-multi-system-warning-limp","label":"Multi-system ADAS warning lights and limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685722","quote_1_text":"My spouse was driving our 2023 MDX approximately 45mph when she ran over a recessed manhole cover which created a bump. The MDX lossed power steering and brake performance reduced. The vehicle was very difficult to turn at that point. The car began to cycle through errors that…","quote_2_odi":"11542462","quote_2_text":"When driving to town with family, drove over train tracks and all warning lights on dash came on and power steering was lost. I was going about 30 mpg and barely able to steer the vehicle to shoulder of road in a populated neighborhood","quote_3_odi":"11668974","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, on a rough road, the \"Brake\" warning light illuminated, then several warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11617395","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 25 mph with no vehicle in front of me and no objects in the road ahead of me, the automatic braking system suddenly and unexpectedly engaged and brought my vehicle to a near stop. This was sudden and unexpected and the vehicle behind me nearly…","quote_2_odi":"11696233","quote_2_text":"I have taken my vehicle to the Acura service department three times for this issue. Each time, they were unable to find a fault code or permanent fix. They have repositioned the front camera and removed an Acura sticker from the windshield, but the problem continues to occur at…","quote_3_odi":"11697436","quote_3_text":"As slowing down to park in parking space, the automatic braking applies hard and throws you forward.  All three times, the vehicle was just entering the parking space and automatically slammed on brakes causing all passengers to lunge forward and seat belt to apply hard, hurting…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-air-suspension-stroke-sensor","label":"Rear air suspension bag failure and corroded stroke sensors","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726266","quote_1_text":"By the time of my appointment, the rear of the vehicle was visibly unstable and bouncing during operation. Upon arrival at the dealership, while the technician was driving the vehicle into the service bay, the rear air suspension bag exploded. Once the vehicle was raised on the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-brake-pedal-response","label":"Brake pedal response loss or degradation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11513465","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was spongy whenever depressed. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the…","quote_2_odi":"11722412","quote_2_text":"Unable to stop the car. Luckily no accident. Brake pedal was very hard to press and car didn't stop. Brake pedal became normal again in few seconds (5- 7 sec). Inspected car. nothing was stuck under brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-transfer-case-transmission-failure","label":"Transfer case and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754719","quote_1_text":"My 2023 MDX Type S  is currently at Mungenast St Louis Acura. Transfer Case and Transmission are both being replaced at roughly 56,000 miles. I made a turn and heard a loud noise. Because I was under acceleration my car was hard to control when it happened","quote_2_odi":"11737958","quote_2_text":"The dealership has since informed me that the front transfer case / transfer box experienced a catastrophic internal failure.  Root cause and failure sequence are still being diagnosed by the dealer.  The sudden nature of the failure, lack of warning indicators, and apparent…","quote_3_odi":"11738489","quote_3_text":"2023 Acura MDX Sport looses AWD randomly and vehicle becomes only FWD.  This has happened many times now and I have taken it to the dealership but they claim they can’t recreate it and would not do anything further unless I change rear end fluid","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and accelerator pedal events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677467","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving and depressing the accelerator pedal, the pedal unintendedly travelled down to the floorboard, causing the vehicle to unintendedly accelerate. The contact stated that the vehicle exceeded 95 MPH while driving in a 25 MPH zone","quote_2_odi":"11540685","quote_2_text":"I was maneuvering to park my car in a parking lot. Driving down the traffic lane of the parking lot, I slowed, braked and turned left 90 degrees into the parking space with my foot still on the brake. I reached the end of the parking space and prepared to shut the engine down. I…","quote_3_odi":"11730005","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-acceleration-delay-speed-control","label":"Acceleration delay and cruise speed drop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 -> 2025-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11689501","quote_1_text":"When cruising or coming off a stop, my car is incapable of accelerating promptly if I am trying to get out of the way or even merge into oncoming traffic on a highway. There is a severe acceleration delay perhaps with the throttle body. I have seen online complaints...","quote_2_odi":"11664575","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Acura MDX. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 6 MPH. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle returned to normal functionality.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-automatic-emergency-braking-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 -> 2025-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636374","quote_1_text":"On more than several occasions the car has slammed on the breaks for no apparent reason. This has happened multiple times...","quote_2_odi":"11624355","quote_2_text":"I was lightly stepped on the gas coming off a complete stop with no cars in front of me. The automatic breaking came on hard and a sensor flashed to BRAKE as if I was going to hit someone but there was nobody in front of me. The sensor alert system was turned off...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-brake-pedal-feel-and-noise","label":"Brake pedal travel and brake noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 -> 2025-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11671242","quote_1_text":"1. Brake Pedal Sinking to Floor While Stopped - While stopped at a traffic light or in stop-and-go traffic, the brake pedal intermittently sinks all the way to the floor despite steady pressure being applied. This issue occurs sporadically, making it difficult...","quote_2_odi":"11635562","quote_2_text":"Brakes and rotors began squeaking in all environments. Brakes began to warm and steering wheel would excessively shake. Brakes replaced at 8k miles. Brakes are now beginning to squeak at 12k miles. Brakes are out of warranty at this time.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-cabin-moisture-mold-odor","label":"Cabin moisture and HVAC mold odor","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636754","quote_1_text":"Rear storage compartment is collecting lots of moisture. This area is growing mold on the carpet and lid. Not sure if there is a faulty drain issue or the manufacturer failed to insulate this area properly causing major condensation. This is a serious health hazard...","quote_2_odi":"11734918","quote_2_text":"Our infotainment system stopped working and when we took it one of...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss with system warnings","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 -> 2026-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11617645","quote_1_text":"While driving, the power steering in my car failed. I was unable to turn the steering wheel beyond...","quote_2_odi":"11618472","quote_2_text":"Driving to work, about to merge onto the highway when my car beeped at me and several warning messages appeared on my dashboard...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-engine-stall-shift-to-park","label":"Engine shutoff and shift to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 -> 2025-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11679550","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will suddenly shut the engine off and shift into park, even when the auto engine shut off is not active. Typically happens when stopped at a stop light. You will feel the engine shut off, and the car shift into park. It is very scary and unsafe.","quote_2_odi":"11699180","quote_2_text":"The start/stop switch stalls the vehicle and will not restart after several tries for up to 5 minutes. We get a message during this time to...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2024-sunroof-windshield-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof and windshield glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11616212","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH a loud booming noise occurred as the glass sunroof exploded without impact. During the incident shards of glass fell into the vehicle's cabin making contact with both the driver...","quote_2_odi":"11691498","quote_2_text":"Front sunroof panel spontaneously exploded while driving on the interstate highway. No impacts or other things touched the sunroof. Vehicles behind had to avoid large portions of the sunroof panel. Flying glass made it dangerous to quickly leave the highway.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2025-auto-idle-stop-restart","label":"Auto idle stop/start failure to restart engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756581","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety issue with my 2025 Acura MDX involving the Auto Idle Stop/Start system. When the vehicle comes to a stop and the Auto Idle Stop system shuts the engine off, the engine does not always restart as it is supposed to","quote_2_odi":"11747615","quote_2_text":"On June 9, 2026, my 2025 Acura MDX, with only 9,139 miles, stalled at a red traffic light after the Auto Idle Stop feature activated. The engine would not restart, leaving the vehicle disabled in an active traffic lane","quote_3_odi":"11683513","quote_3_text":"Idle stop causing engine to shut down. This has happened three times! It’s very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2025-back-over-sensor-failure","label":"Back-over prevention sensor and camera failures","component_code":"EQUIPMENT, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705339","quote_1_text":"I am a three-time Acura owner currently leasing a 2025 Acura MDX through Honda/Acura. On or about 12/02/2025, at approximately 16,297 miles, a front parking sensor fell out of the front bumper while I was driving","quote_2_odi":"11675033","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the rear-view camera display failed to function as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to respond while shifted into reverse (R)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2025-soft-erratic-braking","label":"Soft or self-activating brake pedal behavior","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746076","quote_1_text":"Brakes are too soft . Hard to bring the car to a halt without crashing unless you are at very long distance . Brakes engage at a very low level . Dealer says everything is OK and can't do anything about it . Car is dangerous to drive","quote_2_odi":"11636296","quote_2_text":"My new Acura MDX has very soft braking under normal braking and with harder braking the pedal normally is at the same level as the accelerator pedal which I feel could be a safety issue if your foot is then pressing both pedals at the same time","quote_3_odi":"11675459","quote_3_text":"The car sometimes brakes on its own, and sometimes it brakes more or less than normal. Also, sometimes when I try to turn it on, it struggles to do so","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2025-steering-suspension-noise","label":"Steering and suspension component failures","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751959","quote_1_text":"The vehicle developed repeated front‑end structural and steering problems shortly after purchase. During normal driving, it produced loud popping, creaking, and clunking noises when turning, entering driveways, or driving over small inclines","quote_2_odi":"11735169","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Acura MDX. The contact stated that while having routine maintenance, the power steering was making an unknown abnormal noise. The steering was turning on and off","quote_3_odi":"11612954","quote_3_text":"On 9/4 they sent a text that the rear sway bar link was faulty, the part was ordered and the car should be ready by Friday","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"MDX","model_slug":"mdx","cluster_id":"mdx-2025-sunroof-moonroof-failure","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass or motor failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710838","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving on the interstate. A loud noise and glass was everywhere inside the truck on my passenger and I. The distraction caused me to slam on brakes injuring my foot in which I’m out of work for 4 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11697535","quote_2_text":"The power and motor on the moonroof and sunshade has failed multiple Times in the first year of owning the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/mdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2010-engine-failure-underhood-fire","label":"Engine failure and underhood fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11032032","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER AND EMITTED A LOUD GRINDING/HUMMING NOISE FROM UNDERNEATH THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11030734","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK THE CAR TO A REPUTABLE GARAGE WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE PIECE THAT CONTROLS THE PRESSURE TO THE TURBO MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUSED THE CAR TO USE TOO MUCH BOOST","quote_3_odi":"10360491","quote_3_text":"2007 ACURA RDX CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND TOTALLY DESTROYED THE VEHICLE. NEITHER THE DRIVER, THE FIRE DEPARTMENT OR THE INSURANCE COMPANY WAS ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2010-powertrain-hesitation-deceleration","label":"Powertrain hesitation and unexpected deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11252009","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHILE SHIFTING GEARS. THE VEHICLE ALSO JERKED VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING AND SHUDDERED WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11180317","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DECELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11034404","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10872824","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10854203","quote_3_text":"I HAVE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN MARCH 2016, THE DEALER INFORMED ME THE PART WILL NOT BE AVAILABLE UNTIL THE END OF THE SUMMER 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2013-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag module replacement part on extended back order","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751750","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Acura RDX was vandalized in January 2026, and the driver-side airbag module was stolen. My mechanic contacted Rallye Acura to obtain the required replacement OEM part","quote_2_odi":"10883491","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - ACURA HAS KNOWN ABOUT THE FAULTY AIRBAG INFLATORS SINCE AT LEAST FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT IS NOW JULY AND PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10904967","quote_3_text":"THIS RECALL HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED SINCE FEBRUARY 2016 (7 MONTHS AGO), BUT THE PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. I AM NOT CONFIDENT THAT MY CAR IS SAFE TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2013-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming from delaminated reflector","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11716792","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlight projector reflectors deteriorate making the low beam headlights unusable for safe driving. Entire assembly has to be replaced to remedy. Extremely common in this generation of Acura RDX based on internet searches","quote_2_odi":"11492614","quote_2_text":"The low beam headlights are very dim. Researching on the internet this is a known issue with this model from 2013-2015, but there is no recall for this obvious safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11450794","quote_3_text":"The low beam headlights on my 2013 Acura RDX have become so dim that it is dangerous to drive the vehicle at night. I am the original owner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2013-moonroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11489459","quote_1_text":"I was driving at low speed on a local street and the moon roof shattered suddenly with great explosive force","quote_2_odi":"11162111","quote_2_text":"GLASS MOONROOF SHATTERED WHILE ON A SKI TRIP TO CANADA. WE WERE EXITING A GAS STATION AT LESS THAN 5 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10954041","quote_3_text":"DRIVING SPEED LIMIT ON HIGHWAY 26, MILEPOST 34 BETWEEN PORTLAND OREGON AND SEASIDE OREGON, ON FEBRUARY 11, 2017 WHEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2013-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear shock absorber premature failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172291","quote_1_text":"PREMATURE FAILURE (50K MILES) OF REAR SHOCK ABSORBERS. RESULTS IN EXTREMELY ROUGH RIDE AND POTENTIAL HANDLING PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10648781","quote_2_text":"VERY ROUGH RIDE MAKING CLUNKING NOISE TOOK CAR TO ACURA DEALER JULY 23, 2014 THEY SAID THEY REPLACED BOTH REAR SHOCKS THAT THERE WAS A FAULTY PART THAT WAS RECALLED","quote_3_odi":"11151583","quote_3_text":"I AM A VERY CAREFUL DRIVER WHO DRIVES MOSTLY LOCAL DRIVING. WITHOUT ANY WARNING I SUDDENLY STARTED HEARING A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM BY BACK DRIVERS SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2013-transmission-judder","label":"Transmission judder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10967466","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE VIOLENTLY IS THROWN BACK WHEN STEPPING ON ACCELERATOR AT SPEEDS BELOW 40 MILES PER HOUR CAUSING EXTREME SAFETY ISSUES WHEN MERGING OR TRYING TO ACCELERATE SLIGHTLY","quote_2_odi":"10948736","quote_2_text":"AROUND 58,000 MILES TRANSMISSION STARTED HESITATING, JERKING. HAPPENS WHILE STARTING FROM A DEAD STOP, IN TURNS,AT HIGHWAY SPEED, WHILE PASSING/ACCELERATING AND ALSO ON CRUISE","quote_3_odi":"11328180","quote_3_text":"ON MONDAY, JUNE 8, 2020 I WAS DRIVING MY 2013 ACURA RDX AND EXPERIENCED AN ISSUE WITH THE POWER TRAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2014-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10905393","quote_1_text":"2014 ACURA RDX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR RECALL NOTICE 16V-061. *SMD","quote_2_odi":"10904738","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. MANUFACTURER HAS FAILED OR IS UNABLE TO REMEDY THIS SAFETY RECALL (AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALLS). IT WAS PROMISED TO FIX IN SUMMER 2016","quote_3_odi":"10906411","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2014-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming and reflector delamination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":167,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11748435","quote_1_text":"The low beam headlight projector lens has degraded to the point of being extremely unsafe and therefore unable to drive at night. Repair for the defective headlight is costly and should be addressed by Honda/Acura as it is a HUGE safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11700197","quote_2_text":"Acura RDX headlight problem, dimming headlights, which is a known issue according to the Acura dealership service department in Brentwood, TN","quote_3_odi":"11569014","quote_3_text":"The low-beam headlights are extremely dim making it difficult to see while driving at night without using high-beam lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2014-seat-belt-entrapment","label":"Rear seat belt entrapment on child occupants","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11129481","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKED WITH THE ENGINE OFF AT THE GAS STATION MY CHILD ATTEMPTED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. UPON RELEASING THE DRIVER SIDE BACK SEAT, THE SEAT BELT HAD MY CHILD ENTANGLED TRYING TO GET OUT OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11210809","quote_2_text":"I PARKED AND SHUT MY CAR OFF AT OUR LOCAL SHOPRITE PARKING LOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11003896","quote_1_text":"ON FRIDAY, JULY 7, THE SUNROOF ON MY 2014 ACURA RDX EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11391164","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A LOCAL STREET AND I HEARD A LOUD POP. BUT I DID NOT SEE ANYTHING BOUNCE OFF THE CAR. THAN I HEARD WIND NOISE FROM THE SUNROOF AND PARTICLES","quote_3_odi":"11289232","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I-87 SOUTH ON A SMOOTH STRIP OF ROAD, WHICH WAS RECENTLY REPAVED. I HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND GLASS SHATTERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2014-suspension-clunk","label":"Rear suspension clunking and wheel bearing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11080339","quote_1_text":"BOTH FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY AT 61,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11174753","quote_2_text":"ACURA HAS A REAR SUSPENSION ISSUE WITH MANY OF THEIR SUV'S BUT IS TRYING TO AVOID ISSUING A RECALL BECAUSE THEY'RE TOO CHEAP TO DO THE RIGHT THING","quote_3_odi":"11181146","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA RDX. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS ON UNEVEN PAVEMENT, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLUCKING NOISE EMERGING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2015-airbag-indicator-cycling","label":"Air bag indicator cycling on and off","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11568836","quote_1_text":"Air bag sensors turning on and off. Malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11705099","quote_2_text":"The Airbag is coming on off every day . 12/15/2925 Acura John Eagle dealer want me to pay the repair they said I don’t have the recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2015-inner-headlight-lens-hazing","label":"Hazing on inner headlight lens","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11629971","quote_1_text":"The inner headlight lens are defective, and have progressively gotten worse year after year. I’m Unable to see at night due to poor lighting because of the haze covering the lens over the bulb","quote_2_odi":"11556542","quote_2_text":"Recently purchased a used 2015 RDX, headlights were foggy and the dealer cleaned the outer lens but the inner lens is not possible to restore. They are so dull that you must drive with the high beams on in order to see clearly","quote_3_odi":"11542983","quote_3_text":"The cover of front headlights are all foggy. This makes it difficult to see at night and does not put out the light like it use to. This is on both headlights and the vehicle is under 9 years old and kept in the garage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2015-keyless-battery-drain","label":"Keyless entry module draining the battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11559570","quote_1_text":"The Keyless Entry TPMS controller in the car, part #38320-TX4-Ao1 malfunctions, and the care does not turn itself off. The engine normally stops, but electrical systems continue operating and the car will drain its battery with a few hours","quote_2_odi":"11595080","quote_2_text":"An electrical keyless part in the vehicle drains the battery causing it to stall wherever or whenever you are on the road. It has been confirmed by the dealer(Courtesy Acura) that the vehicle needs a new part that they are unable to manufacture in a timely manner","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2015-low-beam-reflector-degradation","label":"Low-beam headlight reflector degradation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":183,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11667158","quote_1_text":"Reflective film backing material inside both headlights has delaminated to the point where it's too dim to drive safely at night","quote_2_odi":"11710262","quote_2_text":"The low beam headlights on my 2015 Acura RDX have become dangerously dim, to the point where nighttime driving is unsafe. The issue is not related to the bulbs. I replaced the bulbs with new, higher output units, but the light output did not improve","quote_3_odi":"11615297","quote_3_text":"I finally was told by a Acura dealership that the problem is with the silver reflective surface behind the bulb becoming oxidized and pealing off. The only way to solve the problem is to replace both headlamps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11608980","quote_1_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving the car. No other vehicles were around and no debris caused the sunroof to shatter. Glass blew in to oncoming traffic and into the car while it was being operated, which posed a risk to myself and other drivers","quote_2_odi":"11728912","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the sunroof unexpectedly shattered. There was no impact on the sunroof to cause it to shatter. The dealer was contacted","quote_3_odi":"11692759","quote_3_text":"The sunroof of the vehicle spontaneously shattered while driver was driving on I-5 South in Orange County, California","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-aeb-false-activation","label":"False activation of automatic braking system","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11041039","quote_1_text":"THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE MITIGATION SYSTEM HAS DEPLOYED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS FOR NO APPARENT REASON","quote_2_odi":"11010810","quote_2_text":"COLLISION MITIGATION BREAKING SYSTEM ENGAGES RANDOMLY WHEN NOT NECESSARY. SEEMS TO BE HEAT RELATED AS IT OCCURS DURING VERY HOT WEATHER. A SUDDEN STOP IS JARRING AND COULD BE DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"11384903","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH I TRAVELED OVER A 50 TOOT, 2 LANE BRIDGE THE FCW AND BRAKE WARNING ENGAGED. THERE WAS NO OTHER CARS IN FRONT OF ME. THIS OCCURS EACH TIME I TRAVEL OVER THIS BRIDGE (APPROXIMATELY 20 TIMES)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-brake-noise-pad-wear","label":"Brake pad, rotor noise, and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11556426","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH a deer had jumped in front of his vehicle. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal with force, however, the pedal did not respond and depressed to the floorboard with no resistance","quote_2_odi":"10925437","quote_2_text":"JUNE 18, 2016, I HAD A SERVICE APPOINTMENT FOR A ROAD TRIP SPECIAL. I WAS GOING ON A ROAD TRIP A FEW DAYS LATER. I ADVISED [XXX] MY STEERING WHEEL IS SHAKING A LITTLE WHEN BREAKING FROM HIGHER SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"10911012","quote_3_text":"I HAD 5000 MILES ON CAR AND MY BRAKES STARTED MAKING NOISE LIKE THE PADS NEEDED REPLACEMENT. I WAS COMING TO A LIGHT AND PUTTING MY BRAKES ON AND ALSO DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I WAS SLOWING DOWN AND HEARD THE NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunctions and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11737153","quote_1_text":"On several occasions, the car alarm starts randomly sounding. When my son went to the vehicle, the lights on the dash board were flashing on and off and there was a clicking sound","quote_2_odi":"11206211","quote_2_text":"THE TALE LIGHTS, PARK LIGHTS HAVE DISCONTINUE TO WORK, THE BRAKE LIGHT ABOVE TRUCK DOOR IS NOT WORKING. THERE IS NOT BLOWN FUSE OR BULB","quote_3_odi":"10895311","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE ODOMETER GAUGES FAILED. WITHIN A FIVE MILE DRIVE, THE ODOMETER READING JUMPED FROM 9,995 MILES TO 10,231 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Spontaneous engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11269262","quote_1_text":"2016 ACURA RDX WITH APPROX 31,000 MILES. AFTER APPROX 1.5 MILE TRIP PARKED IT AT A SHOPPING CENTER, TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND LOCKED THE CAR. WITHIN 3 MIN THE ENGINE SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED THE ENTIRE ENGINE COMPARTMENT BEFORE THE FIRE DEPT PUT IT OUT","quote_2_odi":"10874431","quote_2_text":"THE 2016 ACURA RDX NEWLY PURCHASED ON 4/25/2016 FROM FRESNO ACURA HAD A SPONTANEOUS FIRE AND SUBSEQUENT IMMEDIATE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE DURING A TRIP FROM FRESNO (CALIFORNIA) TO MONTEREY (CALIFORNIA)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-powertrain-stall-hesitation","label":"Stalling, hesitation, and surging during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11744363","quote_1_text":"On May 25, 2026, while driving my 2016 Acura RDX AWD on the interstate at highway speed, it suddenly began running rough and felt as if I was driving over low, spaced-out speed bumps","quote_2_odi":"11533499","quote_2_text":"The transmission is Jerky and has a rough up and down shift. Vehicle has stalled and shut off without warning. My wife says the vehicle acts as though its about to die when ac compressor/blower kicks on","quote_3_odi":"11412945","quote_3_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING THE CAR STARTED STUTTERING AND LOST POWER. IT SEEMED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. AT THE LIGHT I SHIFTED TO PARK AND BACK TO DRIVE AND THE SAME PROBLEM OCCURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering gear and suspension noise or failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11663715","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle while turning to the left or the right. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to function as intended","quote_2_odi":"11636287","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 25 MPH, there was a loud clicking sound coming from underneath the vehicle on the front passenger side of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11034116","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED WHILE EXITING A FUEL SERVICE STATION. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL ABRUPTLY LOCKED AND THE VEHICLE DROVE INTO A DITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2016-sunroof-window-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11417657","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE MOON ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED","quote_2_odi":"11046652","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11154137","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2016 ACURA RDX DOWN A LOCAL CITY ROAD MIDDAY. THERE WERE NO CARS IN THE VICINITY. WHILE DRIVING (ABOUT 35 MPH), I SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING HEARD A LOUD NOISE OF GLASS SHATTERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11590516","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH and attempting to avoid a second vehicle the husband lost control of the steering and crashed into a tree. During the crash the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged but the","quote_2_odi":"11588985","quote_2_text":"Rear ended other vehicle going about 40 plus miles per hour, then another vehicle rear ended me. Upon impact ( which I have pictures of) my driver side seatbelt released completely unbuckled & dangling , my dash lit up & said airbags deployed. But no airbags deployed. In turn","quote_3_odi":"11209546","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE HAD TWO RECALLS FOR THE SAME PROBLEM . IT WAS SERVICED BY THE FIRST RECALL , HOWEVER THE SAME PROBLEM RETURNED WITH ANOTHER AIRBAG NOTIFICATION . WHEN I CONTACTED ACURA AND MY DEALER THEY ARE TELLING ME THAT DESPITE THE LATEST RECALL MY VEHICLE IS NOT ON THE LIST. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-brake-pulsation-failure","label":"Brake pulsation, noise, and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11096578","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AND I WANTED TO SLOW MY CAR DOWN BECAUSE I WAS APPROACHING A CONSTRUCTION AREA. WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE BREAK PEDAL WENT RIGHT DOWN TO THE FLOOR. THIS TOTAL BREAK FAILURE DID NOT ALLOW ME TO STOP MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11123780","quote_2_text":"SEVERE PULSATION OF BRAKING SYSTEM AFTER ONLY 6000 MILES. DEALER RESURFACED WARPED REAR ROTORS. AT 10080 MILES THE SAME PROBLEM HAS COME BACK AND CAR IS BEING REPAIRED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11555749","quote_3_text":"The brakes failed at 17,649 and all brakes needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-keyless-access-unit-failure","label":"Keyless access unit failure triggering random alarms","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11604739","quote_1_text":"Keyless Access Control Unit (a.k.a. Smart Power Control Unit) is defective. This is an electronic part and should not have failed. It causes random security alarm triggers, random flashing of exterior lights, clicking noises, and flashing of dash lights. There are plenty of","quote_2_odi":"11670941","quote_2_text":"My car alarm starting going off at random throughout the night, last night and day today. The car also started flickering all the dashboard lights while the car was turned off completely. This seems like it’s the keyless access unit. I don’t know how the battery is not dead yet","quote_3_odi":"11496776","quote_3_text":"Keyless entry system failed at under 50k miles. When this Keyless Access Unit fails, you cannot start the car and the powertrain. The only way to resolve is to have the car towed to the dealership and have the part orders and installed at over $800. In a worst case scenario, the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-power-loss-stalling","label":"Sudden loss of engine power and stalling while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11468879","quote_1_text":"On Friday May 10, 2022, as I was merging from a local road to the highway, I tried to accelerate to complete a safe merge however, the car stated loosing power and jerking, I had to floor the accelerator to get the power needed to avoid a collision with the vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11257617","quote_2_text":"DURING MORNING COMMUTE ON HIGHWAY MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON, INCLUDING ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, EMISSIONS, LANE DEPARTURE, AND POWER STEERING. ON RAPID ACCELERATION VEHICLE HAD PRONOUNCED POWER LOSS, WHICH OBVIOUSLY COULD BE DANGEROUS. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS","quote_3_odi":"10954547","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 ACURA RDX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER AND THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE REPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and harsh transmission shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11726756","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly sputtered, and the transmission warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and DTC: P0741 was retrieved. The mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11667859","quote_2_text":"The RDX has been experiencing stalls when trying to accelerate, shaking/vibrations when accelerating uphill or around curves in roads. I received a letter about the Torque Converter having its warrantee extended. The letter stated if you are experiences issues related to the","quote_3_odi":"11317957","quote_3_text":"ON THE DAY 10/27/2016 I PURCHASED A ZERO MILE ACURA RDX 2017 VEHICLE FROM BELLA GROUP AT KENNEDY SAN JUAN WITH TRANSMISSION ISSUES. IT JUMPS MOSTLY WHEN IT PASSES 20 MHP AND WHEN IT BRAKES SHE JUMPED AS IF LOWERING CHANGES. DURING THE PAST 3 YEARS I WENT TO ACURA SERVICE IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11413566","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 ACURA RDX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING, THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET TO 25 MPH, WHEN SHE DEPRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AT THE STOPLIGHT, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND, WHICH RESULTED IN HER VEHICLE REAR-ENDING SIX OTHER","quote_2_odi":"11396930","quote_2_text":"WHILE USING THE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE WILL AUTOMATICALLY SLAM ON THE BRAKES WITHOUT REASON. THIS TYPICALLY OCCURS ON HIGHWAY WHERE VEHICLE WILL AUTOMATICALLY BRAKE REDUCING SPEED DRAMATICALLY. VEHICLE WILL GO FROM 70MPH TO 55 MPH IN A FEW SECONDS CAUSING THE VEHICLES BEHIND TO","quote_3_odi":"11240464","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY WITH THE AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) ENABLED AND SET AT 68 MPH. WITHOUT TOUCHING THE PEDAL OR CONTROLS, THE CRUISE SPEED SETTING SUDDENLY JUMPED TO 90 MPH AND MY CAR RAPIDLY ACCELERATED TO REACH THAT SPEED. FORTUNATELY, THERE WAS NO ONE IN FRONT OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-engine-hesitation-stall","label":"Engine hesitation and stall during acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11622882","quote_1_text":"It is progressively getting worse where my fuel injection is not working and when trying to accelerate and merge into traffic it bogs down and i almost get hit by the car behind me","quote_2_odi":"11612982","quote_2_text":"There is acceleration hesitation every time when I'm driving. The car seems to \"catch\" as it's accelerating and is very \"jerky\". The issue has gotten worse over time","quote_3_odi":"11597850","quote_3_text":"On Thursday 27/7/2024 5:00PM-6:00PM, Acura RDX abruptly started to slow down. When I press the accelerator, the car will not accelerate. Finally, my car came to an complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-fuel-pump-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall parts unavailability (23V858000)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11629638","quote_1_text":"I have received the recall notice from American Honda Motor company regarding the recall number 23V-858 for my Acura RDX 2018 fuel pump recall. My car had symptoms described by the recall: could not start the engine as well as losing drive power","quote_2_odi":"11659351","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering and almost stalled. The contact stated that there was a yellow exclamation mark on the instrument cluster","quote_3_odi":"11637038","quote_3_text":"Received a recall notice in December 2023 about the fuel Acura Fuel Pump Motor Recall. Since then I have received several notices from Acura but the parts are not available when I contact the dealership to schedule service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight housing moisture accumulation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11449278","quote_1_text":"The headlight assemblies are poorly designed and accumulate moisture. The water condenses on the inside of the headlight housing reducing lighting output. In sub zero temperatures the condensation freezes, further reducing light output","quote_2_odi":"11299945","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER ENTERED THE HEADLAMPS OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A STRESS FRACTURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER EXAMINATION IT WAS DETERMINED THAT NO IMPACT HAD OCCURRED TO CAUSE THE FRACTURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11580914","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] while traveling around 70 mph on [XXX] approximately 30 miles south of Florence, SC, I heard vehicle glass explode. The loud pop nearly caused my wife, driving at the time, to veer violently to the left lane","quote_2_odi":"11141033","quote_2_text":"DRIVING NORTHBOUND ON I-17 IN PHOENIX, APPROXIMATELY 70-75 MPH WITH LIMITED TRAFFIC. THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. ACURA REFUSED TO REPAIR THE FAULTY SUNROOF AND I WAS REFERRED TO INSURANCE","quote_3_odi":"11741418","quote_3_text":"Was driving down the hwy with the sunroof open tucked inside the headliner when a loud sound startled me and when I shut the sunroof glass rained down All over me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-torque-converter-harsh-shift","label":"Torque converter failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11689762","quote_1_text":"The torque converter is defective in my 2018 Acura RDX. I have received flashing warning lights on my dashboard in Red \" Check Transmission.\" This warning light is due to Acura's defective torque converter","quote_2_odi":"11715553","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has developed a serious transmission defect involving harsh shifting, delayed engagement, and repeated slipping into neutral while driving","quote_3_odi":"11746062","quote_3_text":"The transmission went into limp mode one day after coming to a stop. When I safely got home, I turned the car off. Upon restarting, the issue was gone, but this has now happened several times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and lurching from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11708677","quote_1_text":"I have been experiencing unintended acceleration when I press on my brakes. Fortunately, there hasn't been any accidents yet but it's a very dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11541845","quote_2_text":"My car lurches when I put it into gear, drive or reverse. When a red light turns green and I put my foot on the accelerator the car will lurch forward","quote_3_odi":"11506678","quote_3_text":"When I am stopped the vehicle routinely lurches as I touch the gas. I’ve complained to the dealer about it and they can’t reproduce the problem. It does lurch for my husband also","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2019-fuel-pump-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":433,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11578123","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11628913","quote_2_text":"There was a recall for the fuel pump modules but the parts are not available at any dealership in my area and this is going on over a year","quote_3_odi":"11612512","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation while driving. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2019-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":433,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11748536","quote_1_text":"There was head gasket failures around cylinders 2 and 3. This allows small amounts of coolant to leak into the engine, causing a distinct startup sputter or a choppy shudder as turbo boost climbs","quote_2_odi":"11735468","quote_2_text":"The car started jerking and overheating. Mechanic says blown head gasket. The car is only 64000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11739279","quote_3_text":"My RDX A-Spec experienced premature head gasket failure and suspected turbocharger related issues at low moderate mileage. Vehicle shows coolant loss and overheating/midfire symptons, rough idle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2019-infotainment-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment display blackout and audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":433,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11754516","quote_1_text":"The center infotainment display went completely black, with only the backup camera feed still functioning. There was no audio output at all (radio, navigation prompts, or Bluetooth)","quote_2_odi":"11654980","quote_2_text":"My infotainment center was crackling continuously, and the screen was black, rendering my navigation system, radio, clock, and Apple CarPlay unusable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2019-power-loss-stall","label":"Loss of engine power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":433,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11603709","quote_1_text":"Went to accelerate around slower vehicle to 70mph speed limit when vehicle lost engine power and yellow check engine light began flashing on left side of instrument panel. Vehicle began slowing forcing move to right shoulder from left lane in moderate traffic","quote_2_odi":"11690336","quote_2_text":"I was driving on a highway going at 65 - 70 MPH when the car completely stalled causing me to try to move across 3 lanes with the engine shut down. I could not start. Almost got rear ended by a semi","quote_3_odi":"11603394","quote_3_text":"While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the engine seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2019-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Rear liftgate glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":143,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":433,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11717399","quote_1_text":"While the vehicle was parked, I closed the driver-side door and the rear liftgate glass immediately shattered without impact. There were no prior cracks, chips, or visible damage to the glass. The shattering appeared spontaneous and was not caused by an object strike","quote_2_odi":"11722214","quote_2_text":"The rear window on the hatch shattered without any trauma to the glass. It was completely unexpected and there was immediately a hole in my rear window","quote_3_odi":"11704083","quote_3_text":"I heard a loud noise from the rear of the vehicle that sounded like a gunshot. I turned around, no gunshot, but the entire rear windshield had spontaneously shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2020-engine-limp-mode","label":"Engine limp mode and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":339,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751030","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH in inclement weather, moisture entered the turbocharger, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11740311","quote_2_text":"This is a well known problem that when water gets into the intercooler, the car goes into limp Mode. This happens to my daughter, while driving 85 miles in the fast lane in the highway. Her check engine light started flashing, she was unable to accelerate, and she was scared!","quote_3_odi":"11581533","quote_3_text":"The emission light flashes and puts the vehicle in \"Limp mode.\" The speed is drastically reduced and won't exceed 30 mph. Horrify experience. The problem seems related to rain and acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2020-fuel-pump-recall","label":"Fuel pump failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":339,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737372","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Acura RDX is currently non-operational due to a failure of the fuel pump, which is the subject of NHTSA Recall 23V-858. The vehicle suffered a complete loss of power and will not start, posing a significant safety risk should this have occurred while in motion","quote_2_odi":"11614142","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle rolled to the side of the roadway. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11591701","quote_3_text":"Car lost power while driving causing me to crash into the side of the road way causing damage to my front passenger side. Car stutters and shuts off while driving very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2020-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Rear windshield and sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":120,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":339,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742878","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2020 Acura RDX on the highway, the sunroof suddenly shattered without any warning","quote_2_odi":"11713214","quote_2_text":"Rear Windshield spontaneously exploded, Acura has a service bulletin regarding the issue(Service Bulletin 22-014) No recalls, Acura refuses to address issue thousands of other drivers have experienced","quote_3_odi":"11562951","quote_3_text":"I was driving on I-5 about 10 mins after leaving Redding, CA, at about 60 mph when I suddenly heard a loud bang from the top. I pulled over to the shoulder and noticed my sunroof/moonroof had totally shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2020-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended forward-collision brake activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":339,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11646308","quote_1_text":"The car was just purchased Turning left going about 5 to 10mph in a 25 mph zone it hit the brakes. Then about 100 yrds later at a stop light, the car was turning left with traffic going onto a 45mph road","quote_2_odi":"11591556","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura RDX. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the brakes were unintendedly activated. Additionally, the contact observed an orange warning light which stated “Brakes” illuminated and then went off","quote_3_odi":"11588015","quote_3_text":"In sudden, hard braking situations, the engine is disabled for between 3-4 seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-collision-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11430610","quote_1_text":"On 3 separate occasions my Collision mitigation braking system has malfunctioned. The first time I was driving at 55 with my cruise control set with no cars in front, behind or beside me when, without warning or reason, the orange brake light abruptly flashed…","quote_2_odi":"11420161","quote_2_text":"On May 9th we were driving on the freeway at around 3 pm on a sunlit clear day. It was a straight section of road. Dry pavement and traffic moving reasonably well…","quote_3_odi":"11481593","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned? Car automatically applied brakes on several occasions, despite no obstacles in front of the car. Incident 1: While driving through an 3-way intersection, the car slammed on the brakes automatically…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-limp-mode","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11420614","quote_1_text":"I was driving in the rain, accelerated to pass a vehicle and the engine lost power. The check engine light came on and the car went into \"limp\" mode. The car would barely go 40 mph on a highway and the speed seemed to be continuing to decrease…","quote_2_odi":"11434152","quote_2_text":"I own a 2021 Acura RDX that was purchased new in February 2021. In the 11,500 miles I have driven it, there have been zero problems until yesterday. However, yesterday, when driving on an Interstate highway at 70 mph, in the rain, while passing a semi truck…","quote_3_odi":"11459776","quote_3_text":"during acceleration on highway to pass a vehicle the Acura RDX lost power and decelerated. Check engine light came on....engine lost power to accelerate/maintain highway speed almost causing an accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-rear-brake-noise","label":"Rear brake noise on braking and reversing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11488883","quote_1_text":"2021 Acura Rdx Sh-awd purchased brand new. Rear brakes squeak very bad. Have taken car back to the dealer and contacted Acura several times, but still have yet to receive any resolve/resolution. Brakes started squeaking very loud when car was moving @ low speeds…","quote_2_odi":"11510123","quote_2_text":"Rear brakes: Rear brakes and rotors make odd noise or extraordinarily high pitched screeching sounds coming from outside the car when your brakes are applied. When using brakes in reverse the noise is very load…","quote_3_odi":"11630484","quote_3_text":"I bought this car from a Honda dealership 1 month ago and my brakes are squeaking very loud when reversing my car. It happens every morning and is very frustrating. I would like this fixed for it being such an expensive car.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11702676","quote_1_text":"My car was parked in my driveway. After starting it up and closing my driver’s side door, the entire rear windshield spontaneously shattered without warning or any external manipulation/force. There was no way of knowing of whether or not this would happen…","quote_2_odi":"11710918","quote_2_text":"The contact's sister owns a 2021 Acura RDX. The contact stated that the rear glass had shattered while the vehicle was parked in the driveway. The dealer was contacted and advised that the earliest availability to replace the glass was in 3-4 days…","quote_3_odi":"11444658","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Acura RDX. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary in the driveway, he noticed that the rear windshield had shattered. Upon inspection, the contact stated he did not see any near objects that would have caused the windshield to shatter…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-seat-sensor-recall","label":"Air bag seat weight sensor recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11668941","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Acura RDX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…","quote_2_odi":"11616293","quote_2_text":"Acura RDX 2021.Faulty seat weight sensor front passenger seat. My wife is petite, [XXX] \" and weighs [XXX]. When she sits in front passenger seat, at times, the seat weight sensor doesn't register that she's sitting in the seat and the air bag is not engaged…","quote_3_odi":"11643177","quote_3_text":"I have been trying to get my vehicle repaired for over a year in response to recall number 24V-064 with no success. The vehicle manufacturer is not providing the required parts to the dealership to address this recall from early 2024…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-sunroof-popping","label":"Panoramic sunroof popping noise on chassis flex","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11598342","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof makes popping sounds when I drive the car up or down ramps or curbs at angles that twists the chassis. This could potentially break and shatter the glass on top of the driver and passengers or worse dislodge from the mounting bracket…","quote_2_odi":"11590517","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof has made popping noise when pulling into driveways 4/5 times within 3 weeks of owning vehicle. Have taken to dealer twice and they claim they cant replicate issue…","quote_3_odi":"11668795","quote_3_text":"While driving over a bump or curb to enter parking lot, I hear a popping noise coming from the sunroof at the front passenger and rear driver side of the car.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11594354","quote_1_text":"My sunroof exploded for no reason while traveling at highway speeds. Fortunately my sunshade was closed preventing shattered glass from entering the cabin which could have injured me…","quote_2_odi":"11420647","quote_2_text":"Brand new 2021 Acura RDX panoramic sunroof exploded less than 2 weeks after purchase. I was driving when all the sudden, out of nowhere, there was a loud pop/explosion sound. I immediately pulled over and inspected the but didn't find anything…","quote_3_odi":"11552681","quote_3_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded on our Acura RDX model 2021. Me, my wife and our 3 month old son were returning from dinner, we took the ramp and about to merge on a highway then we heard a loud and sudden explosive noise which scared all of us…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2021-transfer-case-leak","label":"SH-AWD transfer case fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11697855","quote_1_text":"The transfer case began leaking between the transmission and transfer case. Upon taking it to a mechanic I’ve been told the entire transfer case needs replacement because it has prematurely failed. The repair cost is $5533.00…","quote_2_odi":"11746061","quote_2_text":"A transmission fluid leak has been identified emanating from the passenger side output shaft seal, located between the transmission and the transfer case. This issue pertains to 2019–2023 Acura RDX and TLX models equipped with SH-AWD…","quote_3_odi":"11703819","quote_3_text":"I had found a leak coming from my 2021 Acura RDX early November. I took it into the dealership December 1st to get it diagnosed and they stated that the transmission and transfer case needs to get replaced…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2022-adas-unintended-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking and steering system malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11684165","quote_1_text":"Automatic braking system came on when the vehicle sensed another vehicle. As the breaking system turned on, the steering wheel locked and did not allow for the driver to steer in order to not avoid a collision. This happened in the streets","quote_2_odi":"11534996","quote_2_text":"5 different occasions where the car enabled the emergency braking system for collision when there were no possibility of collision. This has occurred twice on the freeway, where all of a sudden, the vehicle slams down on the break, coming to a screeching halt","quote_3_odi":"11656728","quote_3_text":"The incident describes that the car skidded from right to left to right on the same lane before toppling over. As far as I could tell the vehicle was trying to correct itself which led to it overcorrecting and causing it to go back and forth before toppling over and landing on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2022-brake-rotor-wear","label":"Premature front and rear brake rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11634972","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Acura RDX has premature wear at 22,000 miles for its front rotors and back rotors. The vehicle creates unusual vibration and noise when braking and I cannot drive it due to this noise","quote_2_odi":"11633886","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds on the highway, there was an abnormal screeching sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11446587","quote_3_text":"I own the Acura RDX 2022 and from the very first week the front left brakes were making a rough contact noise when braking. I took to two different dealership and they said the grooves should wear and it may take sometime","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2022-power-loss-stall","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11729130","quote_1_text":"While driving through an active intersection, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of electrical power. The engine shut off without warning and all electrical systems immediately went dead","quote_2_odi":"11550408","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has lost power and gone in to ‘limp mode’ numerous times when accelerating, reducing speed to 25-30 MPH. The engine runs extremely rough during this time and will not rev up","quote_3_odi":"11495768","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2022-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window/liftgate glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11635411","quote_1_text":"12/28/2024 rear windshield completely shattered without any external impact. The car was sitting in driveway. Temperature was approximately 61 degrees. Dealership has refused to take responsibility even though part number is same as a service bulletin recall for 2019-2020","quote_2_odi":"11507740","quote_2_text":"My rear windshield shattered on its own. My car was parked at work, which is a secure compound that is monitored 24/7 by security guards and cameras. I filed an incident report with security and they reviewed camera footage and didn't find any suspicious activity","quote_3_odi":"11746835","quote_3_text":"The rear glass shattered suddenly when the car was parked. Acura issued a TSB 22-014, but my model is not listed in the TSB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"acura-rdx-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11551341","quote_1_text":"We were driving our 2022 Acura RDX on the expressway when the we suddenly heard a very loud pop/explosion. A few moments later we could hear wind above our heads. We realized the sunroof had literally exploded and shattered","quote_2_odi":"11495541","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the freeway, heard a large boom & my sunroof shattered. There was no impact. Nothing thrown. It did this on its own","quote_3_odi":"11471916","quote_3_text":"The sun roof just Shatter in pieces when I was driving due to the sun or heat we live in Chicago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2023-aeb-inadvertent-activation","label":"Forward collision automatic emergency braking inadvertent activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11592399","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Emergency Automatic Braking inadvertently activated, and the vehicle stopped. The contact was able to regain control of the vehicle, veer to the shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11520552","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH and overtaking another vehicle, the contact moved to the right lane and the vehicle started beeping with the Forward Collision Assist system engaging abruptly. The contact stated that the brake was applied independently…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2023-engine-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode with flashing check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624887","quote_1_text":"As I moved into the opposite lane and accelerated, the engine lost power and barely made it around the car I was passing.  If oncoming traffic had been closer there could have been a head-on collision. The engine light started flashing and I had to keep the accelerator pressed","quote_2_odi":"11576358","quote_2_text":"On entering the highway and accelerating quickly, engine lost power and car entered limp mode, refusing to exceed 60 MPH. Also, check engine light began flashing. Very dangerous situation in heavy traffic all going over 70 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11543022","quote_3_text":"Fast blinking engine light, and car not able to accelerate past 40mph. Was informed by dealership that it was possible water intrusion but had no guarantee or adequate mitigation strategy to ensure the problem would not occur other than indicating it is normal behavior","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2023-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment screen failure and connectivity loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11557922","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system fails while using Android auto after receiving or making a phone call, which results in navigation via Google Maps unable to provide directions. The only manner in which I found temporarily resolves the issue, is restarting the infotainment system","quote_2_odi":"11613195","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system on this vehicle keeps failing when using Apple Carplay. The problem consistently happens when driving. The problem consists of the apple carplay going black screen and disconnecting entirely and then taking long to reconnect","quote_3_odi":"11592140","quote_3_text":"The infotainment screen went blank 4 times. It works intermittently and reset itself.   The dealer performed service bulletin S/B 24-004 on May 21, 2024. Since then it has gone out twice. I taking the vehicle in again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2023-liftgate-obstruction-detection","label":"Power liftgate obstruction detection and reversal","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528693","quote_1_text":"I inadvertantly triggered the fob in my pocket when i leaned forward causing the liftgate to close. At first i did not realize it was closing on me ,but jumped up and it caught me on my upper back. I avoided  serious injury. Brought it to the dealership and it appears","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2023,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2023-rear-glass-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Rear hatch window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11502240","quote_1_text":"On Friday, January 13, 2023, the rear hatch window on my 2023 RDX spontaneously shattered while it was sitting in my garage. After I discovered it, I searched for a cause and found nothing. I had just purchased this vehicle on 12/3/22","quote_2_odi":"11738421","quote_2_text":"The rear windshield shattered with no incident happening to cause this. I returned home, parked in the garage, closed the garage door. 20 minutes later I opened the garage door, and when I opened the trunk, I noticed glass everywhere and the rear window shattered","quote_3_odi":"11532827","quote_3_text":"Today, 7/17/2023, around 2:42 PM EST,  as I was driving / backing up in my driveway, my 2023 RDX shattered it's rear glass. As I was backing up in my driveway and looking through the side and back mirrors, I heard a loud noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2025-brake-noise-pedal-feel","label":"Brake noise and pedal feel complaints","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728635","quote_1_text":"Brakes making a humming noise and loud noises when reversing. Have taken it to the dealer two times already, have had the car less than a year, and the dealer claims there is nothing they can do","quote_2_odi":"11717238","quote_2_text":"Two issues with this brand new Acura RDX 2025: 1) Herky/Jerking brakes. Experienced this issue weeks after purchasing. Lots of vibration when applying brakes....happens often. Took car back to Acura dealership and they said brakes working as designed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2025-eps-steering-loss-cascade","label":"Electric power steering loss with brake and LKAS warnings","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682123","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Acura RDX A-Spec Advance (approx. 5,000 miles) at about 40 mph through a light curve, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering mid-turn. The dash displayed: “Electric Power Steering System Problem. Steering Assist Not Available. Do Not Drive.”","quote_2_odi":"11670438","quote_2_text":"As this car was being driven by my mother, she was going approximately 40 mph around a turn on a road she drives every day and for now reason the car starting saying she had been in a crash, the steering stopped working and the brakes locked and she was no longer in the car","quote_3_odi":"11669601","quote_3_text":"For the third time now, my steering has locked up and sent my 2025 Acura RDX into limp mode. It is a major safety concern because the car steering locks up and or tries to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2025,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RDX","model_slug":"rdx","cluster_id":"rdx-2025-isolated-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss without other system warnings","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11692436","quote_1_text":"exiting interstate 270 onto highway 40/64 when the dashboard lit. up and there was no power steering. Tuning the steering wheel very difficult","quote_2_odi":"11673877","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Acura RDX. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the steering wheel seized, causing the vehicle to veer into another lane","quote_3_odi":"11658740","quote_3_text":"Twice now, with two brand new 2025 Acura RDX of mine the power steering failed while I was driving. My first new car was purchased in January 2025, I had 414 miles on the car when the power steering was lost and the car was pulling me in one direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/acura/rdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RLX","model_slug":"rlx","cluster_id":"rlx-2014-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine knock from rod and bearing damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11743109","quote_1_text":"Sept of 2023 car was making a knocking noise. (128K ) Took to local Acura dealership. Told they could not find anything and told to drive the car till failure","quote_2_odi":"11732004","quote_2_text":"2014 Acura RLX Advance suffered an Engine Failure from internal bearing defect. The vehicle was meticulously maintained by Acura dealerships, and had extensive service records","quote_3_odi":"11308353","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RLX","model_slug":"rlx","cluster_id":"rlx-2014-headlight-mirror-dimming","label":"Headlight and mirror dimming malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10555825","quote_1_text":"DEER WERE CROSSING THE ROAD IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE ON THIS VEHICLE TO TURN OFF OR DIM HEADLIGHTS UNLESS VEHICLE IS IN PARK OR PARKING BRAKE IS ON (HENCE A COMPLETE STOP)","quote_2_odi":"10780551","quote_2_text":"THE AUTO-DIMMING REAR-VIEW MIRROR INSIDE THE CAR DOES NOT PROPERLY DIM OR DOES NOT DIM AT ALL RESULTING IN HEADLIGHTS REFLECTING ON THE DRIVER AND CAUSING A CONSTANT DISTRACTION THAT'S POTENTIALLY A DRIVING HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RLX","model_slug":"rlx","cluster_id":"rlx-2014-paws-actuator-fishtail","label":"Rear-wheel steering actuator failure and fishtailing","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10547849","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WHEN THE BACK-END OF THE CAR BECAME VERY LOOSE AND OUT OF CONTROL. THE CAR WAS SWERVING BACK AND FORTH VIOLENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11663127","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Acura RLX. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH in the rain, the vehicle started to fishtail, with several unknown warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11680393","quote_3_text":"The PAWS (Precision All Wheel Steering) has major issues where the system either activates suddenly when driving the vehicle, regardless of slow speeds, high speeds, going straight or turning and the back wheels suddenly turn causing the rear end to slide out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2014,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"RLX","model_slug":"rlx","cluster_id":"rlx-2014-suspension-bolt-fracture","label":"Rear suspension bolt fracture and wheel detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10584264","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH AND DECELERATING, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT. UPON COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE PASSENGER REAR TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10610879","quote_2_text":"SINCE TAKING DELIVERY OF THE CAR, IT HAS MADE LOUD CLUNKING AND RATTLING NOISES AND VIBRATION FROM ALL FOUR WHEELS, PARTICULARLY NOTICEABLE WHILE DRIVING AT SLOWER SPEEDS (15-45 MPH)","quote_3_odi":"10610902","quote_3_text":"CAR HAS NUMEROUS RATTLES AND HAS HAD A RECALL FOR REAR SUSPENSION BOLTS. RATTLE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN SOLVED OVER 5 ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/acura/rlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-airbag-deploy-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11034377","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED INTO THE MEDIAN TO AVOID A DOG IN THE ROAD. THE AIR BAG INDEPENDENTLY DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED THREE FRACTURED RIBS THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11063134","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. CAR WAS T-BONED BY A VEHICLE PULLING OUT OF A DRIVEWAY IN PASSENGER SIDE HARD ENOUGH TO DAMAGE BOTH DOORS NEEDED REPLACEMENT AND CAUSED ENOUGH FRAME DAMAGE THAT CAUSED THE FRAME TO BE PULLED AND RIGHT REAR QUARTER PANEL TO BE REPLACED FROM THE ROCKER PANEL UNDER","quote_3_odi":"11387397","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND OFF. CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-cold-brake-pedal-hard","label":"Brake pedal hardening in cold temperatures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10680098","quote_1_text":"ON EVERY COLD MORNING ABOUT 40 DEGREES OR COLDER. WHEN STARTING THE CAR THE BRAKE PEDAL IS ROCK SOLID THEN TURNS TO NORMAL. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP IN SPRING AND THEY CHANGED OUT THE BRAKE FLUID. NO PROBLEM UNTIL THE NEXT FALL WHEN TEMPS HIT 40S AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10563949","quote_2_text":"I'VE NOW EXPERIENCED THREE INCIDENTS WITH MY VEHICLE'S BRAKING PERFORMANCE IN VERY COLD TEMPERATURES (-10-0 DEGREES F). WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THE BRAKE PEDAL IS EXTREMELY HARD AND THE STOPPING PERFORMANCE IS GREATLY REDUCED. UPON PUMPING THE BRAKES FOR A WHILE THE PEDAL WILL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-keyless-fob-slot-wear","label":"Keyless remote fob slot wear preventing door lock","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11276921","quote_1_text":"BLUETOOTH HANDS FREE MODULE HAS AN OPEN CIRCUIT CAUSING BATTERY TO RUNDOWN PREMATURELY. ALSO KEYLESS FOB SLOT GETS WORN DOWN AND REMAINS IN STUCK OPEN POSITION NOT ALLOWING DOORS TO LOCK AS IT THINKS THE KEY IS STILL INSIDE THE SLOT","quote_2_odi":"10903646","quote_2_text":"TABS INSIDE OF THE KEYLESS REMOTE SLOT BECOME WORN, STICK BACK AND/OR BREAK . IN ADDITION TO BEING COSTLY TO REPLACE, IT POSES AS A SECURITY HAZARD OR A HIGH RISK FOR THEFT BECAUSE THE CAR DOORS WILL NOT LOCK AND ALARM BECOMES DISABLED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11282813","quote_1_text":"I CHANGED MY OIL AND DROVE MY VEHICLE ROUGHLY 1500 MILES IN OVER A MONTH TIMEFRAME AND I PROPERLY CHECKED MY OIL WHILE THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON LEVEL GROUND TO FIND THAT MY OIL LEVEL WAS VERY LOW. I THOROUGHLY CHECKED MY ENGINE FOR ANY OIL LEAKS AND THERE WAS NO LEAKS TO BE","quote_2_odi":"10378533","quote_2_text":"ENGINE CONSUMES ONE (1) QUART OF OIL APPROXIMATELY EVERY 4,000 MILES. VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW. IF YOU FOLLOW THE OIL LIFE MINDER (PER THE OWNER'S MANUAL) AND CHANGE THE OIL WHEN THE INDICATOR LIGHTS UP (TYPICALLY AROUND 7,000 MILES) THE ENGINE OIL IS WELL BELOW THE NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10985701","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10888304","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL LETTER IN MARCH 2016. I SUBSEQUENTLY CALLED MY LOCAL ACURA DEALER ON BELL RD. IN PEORIA AZ TO REQUEST A REPAIR. AS OF 25 JULY 2016 THEY HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO REPAIR MY VEHICLE DUE TO NOT HAVING PARTS AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10927622","quote_3_text":"ACURA STILL DOES NOT HAVE THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT AVAILABLE AT MY DEALERSHIP IN ASHEVILLE, NC. WHEN I CALLED MY DEALERSHIP ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21ST, 2016, TO SCHEDULE MY AIRBAG REPLACEMENT, THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE PARTS WERE STILL BACKORDERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-transmission-shift-fault","label":"Transmission gear-shift engagement fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10789934","quote_1_text":"WHILE SHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 3RD GEAR, THE 3RD GEAR DOES NOT FULLY ENGAGE, IT POPS BACK INTO NEUTRAL. I THEN HAD TO SHIFT BACK TO 2ND AND BACK INTO 3RD GEAR (WHICH WAS SUCCESSFUL). THIS HAPPENS MULTIPLE TIMES A WEEK","quote_2_odi":"10324333","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPPING IN TRAFFIC WITH MULTIPLE CLOSE CALLS TO ACCIDENTS FROM BEHIND. I AM ORIGINAL OWNER AND HAVE KEPT PERFECT MAINTENANCE OF AUTO. TRANSMISSION IS FAILING ON EVERY SHIFT BETWEEN 1ST 2ND 3RD GEARS WHEN WARM","quote_3_odi":"10985677","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHUTTERRED WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2010-acura-tl-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration when braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10512970","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS AND APPLYING THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED TO 80 MPH. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, ENGAGED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL","quote_2_odi":"10598442","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, THE VEHICLE LUNGED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO PERSONAL INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"10424196","quote_3_text":"UPON KEYLESS IGNITION, ENGINE CONTINUES TO RACE EVEN THOUGH GAS PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, ENGINE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE, AND GAS PEDAL SEEMS TO STICK EVEN AFTER FOOT IS REMOVED FROM GAS PEDAL AND PLACED ON BRAKE PEDAL. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT ANY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"acura-tl-2011-airbag-recall-repair-failure","label":"Incomplete, refused, or failed airbag recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11206807","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V182000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT WAS UNCERTAIN IF THE REPAIR WAS COMPLETED BECAUSE AFTER THE REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_2_odi":"10940008","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TWO DIFFERENT DEALERS CLAIMED TO HAVE REMEDIED THE RECALLED AIR BAGS; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT A BRAND NEW (UNOPENED) BOX OF AIR BAGS WAS LEFT IN THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DID NOT PROVIDE THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10852150","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 27 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE INFLATOR RUPTURED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE FACE, NECK, NOSE, CHEST, HANDS, AND SPINE. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"acura-tl-2011-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire or smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11390723","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED OUT AND DISPERSED THE SMOKE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER BRADSHAW ACURA (2450 LAURENS RD,","quote_2_odi":"10929008","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING,I WAS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AND WE SMELLED RUBBER BURNING NEXT WE NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE HOOD AREA. WE PULLED OVER TURNED ON THE FLASHERS AND OPENED THE HOOD AND SMOKE CAME OUT HEAVY AND I SAW A FIRE AT THE BOTTOM OF ENGINE AREA.WE CALLED 911 AND A FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"acura-tl-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10937572","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10907268","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_3_odi":"10845939","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL- TOOK CAR IN FOR BATTERY REPLACEMENT. INFORMED OF RECALL. TOLD REPLACEMENT COULDN'T TAKE PLACE UNTIL SOMETIME IN SUMMER. OFFERED A CAR AS TEMPORARY REPLACEMENT. IT WAS INDICATED CAR WOULDN'T BE OF QUALITY OF MINE, WOULD BE OF ENTERPRISE RENTAL QUALITY. I THOUGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-accelerator-pedal-hesitation","label":"Accelerator pedal hesitation before sudden surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11208409","quote_1_text":"WHEN I WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AWAITING A BREAK TO ENTER INTO HEAVY TRAFFIC I SAW A GAP AND PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL BUT THE ENGINE DID NOT RESPOND. I GENTLY PRESSED UNTIL IT WAS ABOUT 1/4 DOWN AND STILL NOTHING HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"10913739","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FAILED AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER BUT THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DUPLICATED","quote_3_odi":"10682302","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED A HESITATION OR LAG WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AT LOW SPEEDS AND THEN THE VEHICLE WOULD SURGED FORWARD IN A VIOLENT MANNER. THE CONSUMER STATED IT OCCURRED MORE OFTEN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 8 TO 17 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination without recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10486025","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY FOR SEVERAL SECONDS (LONG ENOUGH TO HAVE PHOTOGRAPHED IT ON CELL PHONE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND SENT TO RALLEYE ACURA DEALERSHIP) ALTHOUGH A PASSENGER IS SEATED","quote_2_odi":"11241158","quote_2_text":"MY RED AIRBAG LIGHT & MY CHECK AIRBAG SYSTEM LIGHTS COMES ON AND OFF WHILE STATIONARY. WHEN IT COMES ON IT STAYS ON FROM ONE DESTINATION TO THE NEXT","quote_3_odi":"10730435","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and internal engine wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10807119","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION HAS NOW LED TO 2 ENGINE REPLACEMENTS (THIS IS THE CARS 3RD ENGINE, ORIGINAL PLUS 2 REPLACEMENTS). I HAVE HAD 3 OIL CONSUMPTION TEST (OCT), ALL SHOWING THAT THERE WAS SIGNIFICANT CONSUMPTION","quote_2_odi":"10981051","quote_2_text":"ENGINE IS MISSING A PISTON RING ON ONE OF THE CYLINDERS WAS OVERLOOKED IN FACORY. CAUSING CAR TO CONSUME 0VER 80% OF OIL EVERY 1000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10994223","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION DUE TO FAULTY PISTON RINGS. MINE IS NOT AN ISOLATED PROBLEM ACURAZINE WEBSITE HAS DISCUSSION THREADS ABOUT THIS DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-eps-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering module failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11123159","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I ALMOST CRASHED WHEN TRYING TO MOVE THE CAR TO A SAFE PLACE. LUCKILY I HAD ENOUGH STRENGTH TO STEER THE CAR WITHOUT POWER STEERING BUT A SMALLER WEAKER PERSON COULD HAVE CRASHED HURTING THEMSELVES AND OTHERS","quote_2_odi":"11104197","quote_2_text":"THE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THEN THE STEERING COMPLETELY WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING. THIS WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. MY WIFE WAS BARELY ABLE TO GET THE CAR OFF THE ROAD. THIS HAPPENED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"11122449","quote_3_text":"ON STARTUP, POWER STEERING DOES NOT WORK. VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN THE WHEEL. ERROR CODE 32-09 CAME UP WHEN TAKEN TO ACURA DEALERSHIP, AND DEALERSHIP CLAIMS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE ISSUE AFTER CAR WAS TOWED THERE. ISSUE REOCCURED AFTER 8 SHORT TRIPS. LOW MILEAGE ON THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-highway-speed-vibration","label":"Vibration through steering wheel and floor at highway speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10459240","quote_1_text":"WITHIN A FEW DAYS I NOTICED THAT WHEN THE CAR REACHED 70 MPH A PERSISTENT HIGH FREQUENCY VIBRATION CAME UP THROUGH THE DRIVER'S SIDE FLOOR AND IN PARTICULAR THROUGH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"10496536","quote_2_text":"WAS BACK AT DEALER ON 01/26/2012 DUE TO A WEIRD VIBRATION AT HIGH SPEEDS (50-80 MPH). LONG STORY SHORT THEY HAVE BALANCED THE TIRES LIKE 3 TIMES AND PUT NEW TIRES BUT IT IS STILL VIBRATING NOT AS MUCH BUT STILL","quote_3_odi":"10493791","quote_3_text":"THE CAR VIBRATES WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 40 AND 80 MPH. IT FEELS LIKE THE TIRES ARE FLAT SPOTTED OR WHEELS ARE OUT OF BALANCE. THE WHEELS AND TIRES HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND CONFIRMED BY THE DEALER ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS AS OK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11671903","quote_1_text":"Driving down the highway with my sun shade open but the actual sunroof closed and all of a sudden I just hear a loud pop and glass is all over my head and thighs. The sunroof shattered leaving me with glasses everywhere","quote_2_odi":"11636990","quote_2_text":"Driving on the freeway on a particularly warm day in California with the sunroof tilted up. Heard a explosion and glass fell on top of me and my family. We pulled over to see what had happened because we didn't see any objects flying at us","quote_3_odi":"11399907","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 60 MPH WHEN SHE HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUNROOF GLASS HAD EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10916329","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. RECEIVED NOTICE IN MARCH 2016 THAT MY VEHICLE IS PART OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL. I HAVE CONTACTED MY SERVICING DEALER MONTHLY SINCE THEN TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR REPLACEMENT, BUT AM CONTINUALLY TOLD THAT THE REPLACEMENT FOR MY VEHICLE IS NOT YET","quote_2_odi":"10894631","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ACURA TL. WHILE AT A RED LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE FROM THE REAR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK AND BACK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"10898501","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE BACK IN MARCH ABOUT DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS. I HAVE SINCE BEEN TRYING TO GET THE PROBLEM RESOLVED BUT THE DEALER CONTINUES TO SAY THEY DON'T HAVE THE PART. I'M CURRENTLY PREGNANT WITH A 3 YEAR OLD AND WE ARE RIDING AROUND IN A CAR WITH A RECALL NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"tl-2012-torque-converter-judder","label":"Torque converter judder and harsh automatic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10760897","quote_1_text":"THIS IS A *WELL DOCUMENTED* PROBLEM WITH ACURA TORQUE CONVERTERS AFFECTING THE 4TH GENERATION TL WITH THE 5-SPEED AUTO--SO MUCH SO THAT A TSB LETTER WAS SENT OUT","quote_2_odi":"10807770","quote_2_text":"THERE HAS TO BE A RECALL ON 4TH GENERATION ACURA TL'S WITH THE 6 SPEED AUTO TRANSMISSION (MINE IS A 2012 SH-AWD TECH PACKAGE). MY CAR PRODUCES THE TACHOMETER JUMPING APPROXIMATELY 300-500 RPM WHEN CRUISING IN 5TH GEAR AROUND 35-45 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10850496","quote_3_text":"TORQUE CONVERTER FAILURE. STALL WHEN PASSING AT 35-40 MPH. WIDESPREAD PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Airbag warning indicator and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11450853","quote_1_text":"The airbag warning indicator keeps appearing. When message is pressed it says that airbag may not deploy when needed. States to turn car off and restart to see if indicator disappears- if reappear take to dealership to inspect","quote_2_odi":"11391141","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME WHEN MY AIR BAG ON DRIVER SIDE DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10884393","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG ERRONEOUSLY DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A BRICK MAILBOX. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11002737","quote_1_text":"EPS FAILURE WHILE DRIVING THE CAR STARTED TO BEEP AND THE STEERING FAILURE LIGHT TURNED ON IN THE DASH. THE STEERING FELT LIKE IT LOCKED UP, BUT IT WAS JUST VERY VERY VERY HARD TO TURN THE WHEEL. I HAD TO STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET AND WAIT FOR HELP","quote_2_odi":"11241834","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING CONTROL UNIT FAILED WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT DRIVING SPEED AND WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT AT SLOW SPEED. CHECK ELECTRONIC STEERING CONTROL DASH LIGHT FLASHED","quote_3_odi":"10956708","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE STEERING SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-hood-strut-failure","label":"Hood support strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11192223","quote_1_text":"THE STRUTS/SHOCKS NO LONGER HOLD THE HOOD OPEN/UP. UNABLE TO CHECK ENGINE/FLUIDS WITHOUT USING SOME OTHER MEANS TO HOLD THE HOOD OPEN/UP. FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED I WAS ALMOST STRUCK BY THE UNEXPECTEDLY CLOSING HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11122265","quote_2_text":"I HAD THE HOOD UP IN ORDER TO PUT IN WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID. JUST WHEN I STEPPED AWAY THE HOOD FELL DOWN. I TESTED IT AGAIN AND NOTICED THAT IT WOULD STAY UP ONLY IF IT WAS UP ALL THE WAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-rear-suspension-clunk-noise","label":"Rear suspension clunk noise over bumps","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10966288","quote_1_text":"REAR SUSPENSION NOISE WHEN GOING OVER SPEED BUMPS OR POTHOLES AT LOWER SPEEDS. NOISE IS MORE PROMINENT WHEN ITS A SUDDEN HARD HIT ON POTHOLES AND SPEED BUMPS. IT SOUNDS LIKE METAL HITTING METAL","quote_2_odi":"10650793","quote_2_text":"PRONOUNCED \"CLUNK\" NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF CAR AT LOW SPEEDS - BETWEEN 15-40 MPH. THIS IS A CONSISTENT ISSUE THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED IN VARIOUS ACURA TL, TSX, AND HONDA ACCORD INTERNET FORUMS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11109702","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"10945264","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A LETTER NOTIFYING ME OF WHEN THE REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE GOING TO BE AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10862838","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL-MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN ACURA (MACCHURCHILL) SINCE FEBRUARY 23, 2016. THEY SAID IT COULD TAKE AS LONG AS UNTIL SEPTEMBER BEFORE MY VEHICLE IS REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TL","model_slug":"tl","cluster_id":"2013-tl-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Automatic transmission torque converter shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11388220","quote_1_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED TACH HUNTING WHEN YOU'RE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE SHIFTS INTO THE HIGHEST GEAR AND THE RPMS SHOULD BE STEADY, YOU'RE GOING AT A STEADY SPEED DOWN A CITY STREET AND THE TACHOMETER STARTS JUMPING AROUND IT WILL NOT STAY STEADY","quote_2_odi":"10991247","quote_2_text":"TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER/ PREMATURE FAILURE. JERKY TRANSMISSION. SHIFTING HARD. WENT TO 2 TORQUE CONVERTERS IN A YEAR","quote_3_odi":"10908326","quote_3_text":"APPEARS TO BE TRANSMISSION RELATED PROBLEM. I CURRENTLY HAVE APPROXIMATELY 47,XXX MILES ON MY VEHICLE WHICH I HAD PURCHASED BRAND NEW. I'VE TAKEN MY VEHICLE INTO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES FOR THE SAME CONCERN BUT THEY HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2015-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11394920","quote_1_text":"ACURA TLX 2015 CONSISTANT DRAINING BATTERY ISSUE FOR THE PAST 3 YEARS","quote_2_odi":"11378581","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ON INTERSTATE I 84 IN MY CAR ENGINE STOPPED. I PULLED OVER ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SEE WHAT WAS GOING ON WITHOUT POWER STEERING WITHOUT POWER BREAKING AND WHEN I WAS ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND I TRIED TO START MY CAR IN THE VEHICLE WAS JUST CLICKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2015-paint-peeling-rear-window","label":"Paint peeling and delamination near rear windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11386167","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT ON THE ACURA TLX IS DEFECTIVE. ACURA HAS RECALLED THE PHANTOM BLUE PEARL PAINT FOR PEELING AROUND THE REAR WINDOW BUT WON'T RECALL THE BELLANOVA WHITE PEARL FOR THE EXACT SAME ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11258749","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT IS PEELING AROUND THE BACK WINDSHIELD, CAUSING IT TO BEGIN TO RUST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2015-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11667183","quote_1_text":"Connecting rod bearing seizure leading to engine failure on the TLX 2018 engine 3.5 liter V6 engine","quote_2_odi":"11678660","quote_2_text":"Out of nowhere, his 2015 TLX started to make a sound like knocking or thumping. Just moments afterwards, most if not all of the engine warning lamps illuminated at once","quote_3_odi":"11704805","quote_3_text":"My 2015 Acura TLX’s engine has internal issues with rod bearings, as mentioned in other recalls of the same year, yet my VIN does not fall within the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11361478","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, DROPPING SHARDS OF BROKEN GLASS ALL OVER ME","quote_2_odi":"11122980","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS EXPLOSION OF THE SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"11302574","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH THE GLASS SUNROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2015,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2015-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral or stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11538318","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various highway speeds, the transmission randomly shifted into the neutral causing the vehicle to lose automotive power, decelerate, and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11466271","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently shifted to park (P) and then stalled. The transmission warning light and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11601499","quote_3_text":"While driving on the freeway/highway my vehicle went into limp mode and shifted into neutral. My vehicle would not allow me to shift gears and the car would not let me accelerate anymore","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-backup-camera-moisture","label":"Rear-view camera image obscured by moisture","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11749995","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image was cloudy and was not functioning because there was water inside the camera","quote_2_odi":"11383406","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHIFTING THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, THE BACK OVER PREVENTION CAMERA FAILED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED","quote_3_odi":"11649596","quote_3_text":"The backup camera on the rear simply went blurry one day, it’s now impossible to see out the camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-dashboard-vent-mirror-glare","label":"Dashboard vent reflection obstructing mirror view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10887912","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IN BRIGHT SUNLIGHT THERE IS A CLARE REFLECTION FROM THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD VENTS THAT REFLECTS STRONGLY ON THE INTERIOR SIDE WINDOW RIGHT WHERE THE LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE VIEW MIRRORS ARE LOCATED","quote_2_odi":"10886004","quote_2_text":"SIDE VIEW MIRRORS HAVE A REFLECTION OF INSIDE VENTS. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS, WHEN YOU HAVE AN OBSTRUCTED VIEW","quote_3_odi":"10873806","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT VENTS CAUSED A REFLECTION IN THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS CAUSING THE CONTACTS VISION TO BE OBSCURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11419246","quote_1_text":"For just shy of a year, We've been experiencing problems with our 2016 TLX misfiring and stalling. Fuel pressure has been tested and it's shown to dramatically drop while under load","quote_2_odi":"11242131","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND VARIOUS UNKNOWN INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11608232","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-power-loss-warning-cascade","label":"Sudden loss of power with multiple warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11450365","quote_1_text":"Engine light would come on if I drove 65 MPH check engine emission system problem I would try drive press on gas peddle & car would slow down I almost got rear ended by 18 wheeler semi truck","quote_2_odi":"11373940","quote_2_text":"I TRIED TO START MY CAR AND IT MADE A WEIRD TICKING NOISE AS IF THE BATTERY WAS DEAD. ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD TURNED ON AND THE CAR KEPT TELLING ME I NEEDED TO TURN OFF SOME SORT OF BRAKE SYSTEM IN ORDER FOR THE CAR TO WORK","quote_3_odi":"11701778","quote_3_text":"Unknown: EBS comes on as well as the break system problem lights and many more. Vehicle loses power and goes into limp mode. As of now it wont shift from PArking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-rod-bearing-engine-seizure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11617364","quote_1_text":"The following complaint is in relation to NHTSA Safety Recall 23V-751 and the Acura Corporation's unwillingness to recompense the registered owner for catastrophic damages that occurred to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11564656","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11561306","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clicking sound was coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass panel shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11463374","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the sunroof panel shattered without impact and glass fragments entered the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11318713","quote_2_text":"DRIVING TO WORK 3/19/20 AT 7:15AM. THE SUNROOF SHATTERED. THE SHADE WAS OPEN AND GLASS SHARDS COVERED MY WIFE AND THE INSIDE OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10957515","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA TLX. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall separation and bulging","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11655183","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX equipped with Cooper Tires, Tires Line: Evolution Tour, Tire Size: 225/50/R18, DOT Number: N/A","quote_2_odi":"11550186","quote_2_text":"Tire size 225/55R17. - Sidewall separation on the inside portion of two tires (unable to identify from looking at tires on vehicle, this could go unnoticed by the driver)","quote_3_odi":"11536324","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Acura TLX equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Eagle LS2, Tire Size: 225/55/R17, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the low tire pressure warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2016,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2016-transmission-neutral-slip","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11096519","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THERE WAS A LOSS OF POWER. THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY INTO NEUTRAL WHILE ON AN INCLINE AND ROLLED IN REVERSE TOWARDS ONCOMING TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11080229","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FUNCTION SENSOR FAILURE WARNING AND BLIND SPOT SENSOR FAILURE WARNING APPEARED ON DASH WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. CAR WENT IMMEDIATELY INTO NEUTRAL WHILE I WAS DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10851745","quote_3_text":"1. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE TRANSMISSION OCCASIONALLY FEELS LIKE IT SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL. THE ENGINE RES BUT DOES NOT MOVE FORWARD FOR 1-2 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-auto-stop-start-failure","label":"Auto Stop/Start system failing to restart engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11468113","quote_1_text":"Auto Stop/Start feature fails to restart vehicle, rendering vehicle inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11419305","quote_2_text":"Car stalled while in traffic line with Auto idle engaged","quote_3_odi":"11258161","quote_3_text":"WITH THE VEHICLE AUTO STOP FUNCTION ENGAGED (WHICH IS ALWAYS ENGAGED WHEN STARTING YOUR DRIVE, CAN'T BE DISABLED AUTOMATICALLY) AND YOU COME TO A STOP, THE ENGINE WILL AUTO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-fuel-system-defects","label":"Fuel pump and fuel filler system defects","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730392","quote_1_text":"I was refueling my vehicle at Fullerton Costco, the internal metal flap of the capless fuel filler neck is stuck closed and preventing me from inserting a gas nozzle to refuel the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11193397","quote_2_text":"GAS STARTED LEAKING FROM MY FUEL PUMP WHILE I WAS PUMPING AND I ONLY PUMPED ABOUT 8 DOLLARS AND A CUSTOMER SAID FOR ME TO STOP PUMPING AND GET HOME AND PARK MY CAR AND TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP ASAP","quote_3_odi":"11524975","quote_3_text":"Acura TLX TECH showing \"Check Engine\", \"Break\" and Warning sign on the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-harsh-transmission-shift","label":"Harsh or jerking transmission shifts at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11351388","quote_1_text":"JERKING FROM TRANSMISSION. WHEN A STOP AND GO MOTION IT FEELS LIKE GETTING REAR ENDED","quote_2_odi":"11109824","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR LUNGES/JERKS WHILE THE TRANSMISSION IS CHANGING/SHIFTING GEARS WHEN IN SLOWER SPEEDS, IT ALSO FEELS LIKE YOU HAVE BEEN REAR ENDED WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP THEN LUNGES FORWARD WHILE IT HAS ALREADY COME TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"11171991","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD WHEN CHANGING GEARS. FEELS LIKE YOU BEEN REAR ENDED. ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS OR TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-multi-warning-lights","label":"Simultaneous dashboard warning lights across systems","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11636578","quote_1_text":"Electronic parking brake and check emissions system lights going on simultaneously","quote_2_odi":"11361942","quote_2_text":"STARTED MY CAR AFTER WORK TO ALMOST ALL MY DASH LIGHTS ON LIKE PARK, EMISSIONS CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE WITH AN EXCLAMATION MARK BESIDE IT, ELECTRIC PARKING BRAKE PROBLEM, HILL START ASSIST PROBLEM BRAKE HOLD SYSTEM PROBLEM VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST","quote_3_odi":"11582199","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle with the A/C activated, the braking system, Lane Departure, Forward Collision Avoidance, and transmission messages were displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-rod-bearing-recall","label":"Engine rod bearing and crankshaft failure recall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11618493","quote_1_text":"The recall concerns a manufacturing defect of the engine crankshaft","quote_2_odi":"11601530","quote_2_text":"The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling), and the dealer confirmed that the rod bearing had been replaced under the recall remedy","quote_3_odi":"11558757","quote_3_text":"On July 16th, my son was driving the Acura TLX and the engine burst into a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Unexpected stalling and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11438740","quote_1_text":"I have been stopped by traffic or stop light when I put my foot on the gas to start up, the car stalls","quote_2_odi":"11505647","quote_2_text":"I was driving on highway 3 weeks ago and all of a sudden my car shifted into neutral on its own and would not let me select any gears","quote_3_odi":"11342341","quote_3_text":"ON THE INTERSTATE GOING 75 MPH, CARS THROWS ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND COMPLETELY LOSES POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2017,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2017-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11516790","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN- I was on the Interstate coming from work when I heard a loud BOOM sound","quote_2_odi":"10983226","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-acurawatch-warning-lights","label":"Acura Watch driver-assist warning lights","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11691417","quote_1_text":"I got 5 lights on my dash stating that I have an auto high beam problem, road departure mitigation system problem, collision mitigation system problem, lane keeping assist problem, and adaptive cruise control problem. I got these lights on my dash at the exact same time and this…","quote_2_odi":"11655242","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Acura Watch warning light illuminated. The Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), and Collision Mitigation warning lights were illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"Collision mitigation braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11717423","quote_1_text":"I was rolling up to a stop light at approximately 20 mph when the frontal crash mitigation feature suddenly slammed the brakes on fully to a complete stop. I searched the web and found that there are other owners of this model that have had similar occurrences…","quote_2_odi":"11240436","quote_2_text":"ON 6/25/19 AT 16:39 I WAS DRIVING MY 2018 ACURA TLX NORTHBOUND ON A FOUR LANE CITY STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. ROAD CONDITIONS WERE DRY AND CLEAR. AS I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION, THE CMBS (COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM) BEEPED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-fuel-hesitation-stalling","label":"Fuel system hesitation and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11742504","quote_1_text":"Driving car and suddenly all the lights on the dash light up and car goes into “limp” mode. Upon pulling over turning car off and turning back on lights are all still lit up. Plug car into obd2 scanner and car is showing code p0087 low fuel rail pressure…","quote_2_odi":"11651452","quote_2_text":"Car experiences intermittent hesitation and jerking during acceleration. When car is driven in \"economy\" mode the jerking begins at 20 mph. When the car is driven in \"normal\" mode the When accelerating and merging onto highway car was almost rear-ended twice due to sluggish…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Idle stop auto-restart failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11485710","quote_1_text":"The Idle stop feature will NOT automatically restart and causes me to stall for an unsafe amount of time. There is a recall call for my Acura 2018 TLX but my VIN does not fall under the qualifying vehicles…","quote_2_odi":"11459222","quote_2_text":"Engine fails to start after idle stop, when the idle-stop off button is not engaged, and the battery doesn't have enough power to re-start the vehicle. Essentially, the engine tries to start up at a traffic light/intersection but fails, causing the car to turn off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-keyless-start-failure","label":"Keyless start failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11652890","quote_1_text":"I have had several incidents where I have been unable to start the vehicle. The vehicle does not recognize the keyless remote even though it is present and has a good battery. We have been stranded several times because the car would not start. I have taken it to the dealer and…","quote_2_odi":"11426649","quote_2_text":"When I press the start button with my key fob in range and with a new battery, the car won't start, but makes a rapid \"ticking\" noise while all of the dashboard lights flicker and other interior and exterior lights turn on. Despite repeated attempts over several hours, the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-paws-actuator-failure","label":"Precision all-wheel steer actuator failure","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11520637","quote_1_text":"I was driving and a lot of warning lights came on, on the dash and 10 different warning messages in the message center. The alignment instantly messed up jerking my car to the right and I had to try to gain control and correct. Luckily, I was only going about 25-30mph and was…","quote_2_odi":"11457542","quote_2_text":"There are so many lights flashing, my vehicle will not go over 50MPH, My steering wheel is no longer straight its actually to the left. I brought it to Acura and they are stating its a REAR TOE ACTUATOR issue and refuse to cover the 5,100.00 fee to fix this issue that has had a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V751000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11595243","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN - Called to schedule safety recall inspection and remedy, was told there is a waiting list for 15 months. Cannot inspect my car until September 2025","quote_2_odi":"11583014","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2018-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11592982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Acura TLX. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the steering wheel started shuddering and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled to the side of the road and turned off the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed…","quote_2_odi":"11556154","quote_2_text":"Spun rod bearings at 88000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-brake-failure-crash","label":"Brake pedal failure resulting in crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11610282","quote_1_text":"2019 Acura TLX 28k miles - was slowing pulling into a parking spot in a parking garage downtown San Diego. Suddenly the car had no brakes while pressing the brake pedal to the floor with no resistance from the brakes, the car start revving hard and accelerating very fast","quote_2_odi":"11306475","quote_2_text":"I WAS ENTERING A LEFT-HAND TURN LANE, WITH A RED LIGHT. THE THIRD-PARTY INVESTIGATION SHOWED I ENTERED THE LANE AT 35MP. I STARTED GENTLE BREAKING AND WHEN THERE WAS NO RESPONSE, I PUSHED THE BRAKE HARD AND TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"11287674","quote_3_text":"THE CAR DID NOT BRAKE WHEN APPROACHING A STOPLIGHT. CRASHED INTO THE LAST CAR IN LINE. INVESTIGATION SHOWED I STARTED BRAKING AT 35 MPH FOR 7+ SECONDS, BEFORE THE CRASH. TWO LINES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS, THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 40 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-fca-camera-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance camera malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11701028","quote_1_text":"Internal failure of front facing camera. This has caused issues with the auto braking abd lane assist. My mechanic recreated the issue and tried to clear the codes but said camera needs replacing. Acura should recall this or compensate people, it is over 1500","quote_2_odi":"11611666","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the Forward Collision Avoidance camera had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was approximately 45,000","quote_3_odi":"11299684","quote_3_text":"FRONT SENSOR WARNING REPEATEDLY GOES OFF WHEN STOPPED WHENEVER IT RAINS. IT WILL CONTINUE TO ALERT WHEN GOING FROM A FULL STOP TO MOVING FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AND STOP. IT WILL RESTART THE ALERT ONCE THE CAR COMES TO A FULL STOP AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling and hesitation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11690741","quote_1_text":"I had the stop bearing rod recall performed on my 2019 Acura TLX along with a fuel pump recall. After less than 10,000 miles I am informed that my high pressure fuel pump has failed","quote_2_odi":"11656366","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact stated the vehicle was recently taken to a local dealer and was repaired under a recall for the fuel pump. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while stopped at a red light, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11417766","quote_3_text":"I was pulling on to interstate 5 when attempting lane change I accelerated with no success. The gas pedal was pressed harder and still no acceleration and that went on for at least 3 to 4 seconds. This happens to me every day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto idle-stop system fails to restart engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11480741","quote_1_text":"Stopped at red light and car would not restart after the auto idle turn off function had engaged. All lights on dash flashed and car kept going into neutral","quote_2_odi":"11494676","quote_2_text":"The car does not restart after it has turned off during an idle stop. This is part of the start/stop system. The stop/start feature will leave you stranded at stoplights due to a failure to restart the car","quote_3_odi":"11526850","quote_3_text":"Vehicle shut off at busy intersection while stopped at traffic light and unable to restart. Error message keyless remote not detected. First time in Nov 2022 I replaced key fob battery and dealer updated computer from recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-recall-parts-delay","label":"Engine and fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11659262","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11605216","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11633159","quote_3_text":"There are two outstanding recalls on my vehicle, and I have been unable to get scheduled for these repairs with Motorcars Acura in Bedford, Ohio. I have been told for almost a year, that I was on a waiting list, and that I should continue to call them for availability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2019,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2019-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11752202","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost power and the steering wheel failed to responded as needed","quote_2_odi":"11718417","quote_2_text":"My engine has been replaced under warranty for connecting rod bearings failing before the recall 23V-751 existed. 40,000 miles later it failed again. I have paper work and other information available upon request","quote_3_odi":"11570449","quote_3_text":"Engine failure due to spun rod bearing due to the rod bearing connection failing. Vehicle suddenly became completely immobile stopping on a busy road in the city during morning rush hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-adas-warning-false-brake","label":"Forward collision system warnings and false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11714405","quote_1_text":"The front camera that operates the cruise control, lane assist, automatic braking, automatic high beam has stopped working. After further research it seems to be a popular problem with this car in a short amount of time. This car is a 2020 with 61,000 miles. The camera costs","quote_2_odi":"11632548","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's dash states the following are malfunctioning: Road Departure Mitigation System, Adaptive Cruise Control, Auto High Beam, Collision Mitigation System, and Lane Keeping Assist. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. A few days prior to this message","quote_3_odi":"11521681","quote_3_text":"while driving on a 2 lane road that curved to the right, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activated for no apparent reason. The brakes engaged hard for a short period of time. Fortunately there was no vehicle behind me that could have rear ended me. I would say","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11419841","quote_1_text":"I was driving around 30miles/hr and the engines shut off unexpectedly. I was stuck in the middle of a highway and the engine didn’t turn back on. The dashboard showed total failure. The car was one year old with 11k miles. I just had it serviced by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11609669","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura TLX. While the contact’s wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle shut off in the middle lane of a major highway. The contact's wife received assistance","quote_3_odi":"11422977","quote_3_text":"Car loses power on inclines. Stepping on gas and car decreases speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto idle-stop system fails to restart engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700396","quote_1_text":"49,622 mark on my 2020 Acura tlx AWD… auto stop was enabled, car was at stoplight, engine attempted to re-engage but did not and car went into “neutral”… and the lights stayed on. I immediately turned on blinkers to avoid crash and and attempted to re start car, I shifted into","quote_2_odi":"11536951","quote_2_text":"The idle stop feature on the vehicle will engage at a red light stop. Then, will fail to start the engine when the light turns green. You have to engage the car in park and then hit the engine start button. This is a safety hazard in traffic. It could result in an accident","quote_3_odi":"11420145","quote_3_text":"Two times in three weeks with the auto idle stop active the car failed to restart on a green light. Following all the prompts in the car it takes over a minute to re start the car while blocking traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-parking-brake-warning","label":"Electric parking brake warning and unexpected activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11735228","quote_1_text":"The cars Emission Systems and Parking Brake lights come on, and the dealer can not diagnose this issue properly. I have taken it in 4 times, and it continues to happen. I fear the parking brake coming on while driving","quote_2_odi":"11486379","quote_2_text":"While traveling on highway, parking brake intermittently activated several times and parking brake malfunction alarm flashed on dashboard. This caused the vehicle to brake unexpectedly while driving through a construction zone on highway 45. Fortunately, we were very close to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Fuel system and engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11644299","quote_1_text":"The recall impacting my fuel injection has not been fixed since 2023 i have been waiting. I was told parts are available now and would be called by someone but that has been more than a month ago","quote_2_odi":"11591144","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_3_odi":"11593828","quote_3_text":"My engine has stopped and stalled in the middle of traffic on multiple occasions. The issue is related to the fuel pump recall. Acura states that the parts for the recalls are available, yet when you contact an Acura dealership, none of them have the parts! I DONT WANT TO DIE IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing knock and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11714897","quote_1_text":"The engine knock started on 12/22/25. Motorcars Acura recommended get a case number & have the 2020 TLX towed in for a diagnostic. Online case # XXX Towed to Motorcars on 12/23/25. Talked to Michelle with customer relations & she was going to call Motorcars for info. Motorcars","quote_2_odi":"11710271","quote_2_text":"Recall performed on 2020 Acura TLX 3.5 for rod bearing recall. Crankshaft and bearings were replaced. 24000 miles later, the engine spun a bearing again with all the new internals. All maintenance records were supplied when the car was brought in. Acura is wanting me to pay 40%","quote_3_odi":"11570732","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-warped-brake-rotors","label":"Warped front brake rotors at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11528420","quote_1_text":"Defective warped rotors at low mile approximately 15k miles, brake pads are good but not rotors.Original owner not aggressively driven or braked. Episodes when driving highway at 70mph and traffic suddenly stop's vehicles brakes must be pumped to ensure effective stopping. The","quote_2_odi":"11425098","quote_2_text":"After approx. 15,000 miles on the odometer applying the brakes at highway speed to slow the car down the steering wheel shakes, went to the dealership they said the front brake rotors are warped. Also when traveling at highway speed around 70 mph with strong wind the hood of the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2020,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"acura-tlx-2020-wheel-detachment","label":"Wheel detachment while driving","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11344319","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 ACURA TLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING IT FELT AS IF THE TIRE WAS ABOUT TO DEFLATE. HE CHECKED THE TIRE AND FOUND NO ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE. HE CONTINUED TO DRIVE AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE","quote_2_odi":"11685745","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V751000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) and an unknown recall for the tires, and another for the trim around the doors. The contact stated that the recall repairs were completed. The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Air bag recall 24V064000 remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11591782","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Acura TLX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.…","quote_2_odi":"11615658","quote_2_text":"In February 2024 I became aware of a recall impacting my 2021 Acura TLX. When I called Acura, I was told more information would become available-- I did not hear back.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-brake-rotor-warping","label":"Front brake rotor warping and vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11648315","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Acura TLX. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the steering wheel started to shake, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed.…","quote_2_odi":"11486148","quote_2_text":"Rotors warped and changed through warranty but loud humming and vibration is back after 2,000 miles on new rotors. Steering column is leaking fluid down to brake pedal. Steering wheel is making a clicking noise when turning.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-brake-squeal-low-speed","label":"Brake pedal squeal and click at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11428292","quote_1_text":"Whenever i press the brake pedal at low speeds(1-3 mph) i hear a loud spring/clicking sound. This is happening to multiple acura tlx owners i know.","quote_2_odi":"11474679","quote_2_text":"WHEN BRAKES ARE DEPRESSED, THERE IS A SPRING RELEASE/CLICKING NOISE. AS WE HAVE PUT MILAGE ON CAR IT HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-cmbs-false-activation","label":"Collision mitigation braking activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11467646","quote_1_text":"In many instances while driving about 40-60 MPH and with no vehicles in front the car would suddenly brake.","quote_2_odi":"11507643","quote_2_text":"On two occasions the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) has improperly activated with HARD braking leaving me fighting for control. On one occasion, I was driving at 35 MPH on a divided boulevard in my home subdivision with no vehicles in sight.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-fuel-seal-leak","label":"Fuel filler and tank seal leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11716343","quote_1_text":"My gas tank is failing from the fuel seal, my safety is in danger since it throws a lot of gasoline, take the car to the dealer but they say it's not a factory problem","quote_2_odi":"11448912","quote_2_text":"Purchased new 2021 Acura TLX in April 2021 from Leith Acura Raleigh. On 5/22, 7/6, 7/23, & 11/2/21, the fuel capless unit was adjusted once replaced 3 times. American Honda is aware of the problems with the part & sent service bulletins to every Acura service dept.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-infotainment-audio-dropout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and speaker crackling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11530116","quote_1_text":"Hi there, My car has been to the Acura dealer multiple times for the same issue, and I'm hearing that alot of other Acura TLX owners are having the same issue. My car screen will randomly short, and can just shut off.…","quote_2_odi":"11507240","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system glitches or goes static after a bump of any sort. Sometimes it would restart entirely. Or just not work until I stop and restart the car.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-radar-obstructed-deceleration","label":"Driver assist deceleration with radar obstructed message","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11640171","quote_1_text":"On a slightly snowing evening driving on the highway, a warning was displayed indicating \"Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot Operate, Radar Obstructed\" and the green icon turned orange.…","quote_2_odi":"11707420","quote_2_text":"Problem with all safety feature sensors like Adas, lane assistance. Small car icon which always green turned orange, and none of those features working.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2021,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2021-transfer-case-spline-awd-loss","label":"Transfer case spline failure with loss of all-wheel drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11739426","quote_1_text":"Transfer case failure. I was driving my 2021 Acura TLX Type S when I suddenly heard a loud pop from underneath the car. Right after that, the SH AWD system stopped working and the car was only driving in front wheel drive.…","quote_2_odi":"11743423","quote_2_text":"2021 Acura TLX Type S SH-AWD. Total mechanical failure of PTU/transfer case spline interface at 29,800 miles within factory powertrain warranty. Vehicle operated silently in FWD-only with no warning lights, no fault codes, and no dashboard alerts…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-adaptive-damper-wiring","label":"Adaptive damper system error and wiring harness exposure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SUSPENSION, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-08 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749059","quote_1_text":"We have a 2022 Acura TLX Type S and it has started to show an errors - Adaptive Damper System Problem. From what I can gather from reviewing articles on the Internet is that this problem is caused because of poor wiring design by Honda / Acura, which is causing speed sensors…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-fcw-aebs-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and auto emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-08-12 → 2023-08-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11538062","quote_1_text":"I was driving down Ellsworth street in south Philadelphia. I had a baby in the back with a car seat and a 8 year old in the front seat. And all of a sudden the warning light started flashing BREAK BREAK And than the breaks slammed on. This happened for about 3-5 seconds, until…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-front-lower-control-arm","label":"Front lower control arm noise and ball joint play","component_code":"SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12-02 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729439","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the lower control arms needed to be replaced. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was concerned…","quote_2_odi":"11702547","quote_2_text":"Last week, the right lower ball joint began producing a noticeable squeaking noise. I brought the vehicle to Irvine Acura in Irvine, California, where two technicians confirmed that the right lower ball joint boot is intact with no grease leakage; however, the ball-and-socket…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-pcm-total-vehicle-malfunction","label":"PCM failure with total loss of steering, brakes, and power","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-06-27 → 2025-06-27","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11669763","quote_1_text":"Two weeks later, the car completely malfunctioned- every warning light went off at the same time, and the car completely lost control. Steering, brakes, power/gas, everything went out. During this second visit, the dealership replaced the PCM.  Last night, the exact same issue…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-steering-lockup-dash-lights","label":"Steering stiffness and lockup with dashboard warning lights","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08-28 → 2025-06-27","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616796","quote_1_text":"All the dashboard lights began blinking on the dashboard while I was driving about 30mph. The steering wheel began to get stif. I pulled over immediately and the steering wheel locked completely. I turned the car off and back after about 10 min and I was able to drive home.…","quote_2_odi":"11668482","quote_2_text":"When I was driving as low speed, all the dashboard lights began blinking on the dashboard while I was driving. The steering wheel began to get stiff and I had a hard time turning it. I pulled into a parking lot, with much difficulty trying to steer into it and the steering wheel…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2022,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TLX","model_slug":"tlx","cluster_id":"tlx-2022-transfer-case-spline-failure","label":"Transfer case spline failure and fluid leakage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-12-02 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750498","quote_1_text":"The transfer case splines sheared off in the transmission. The car is safe to drive but went from AWD to FWD as there is now no power being transmitted through the transfer case to the rear wheels. The dealership confirmed the issue was the transfer case by lifting the car and…","quote_2_odi":"11714721","quote_2_text":"While accelerating from 0 to 40 miles per hour, I experienced a loud bang come from the car. Turns out the splines were stripped between my transmission and transfer case. This was due to the drive shaft spinning while in park mode, as well as an opening between the transmission…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/acura/tlx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-airbag-deploy-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2009-06 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10359993","quote_1_text":"DRIVER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE HIGH SPEED IMPACT ON PASSENGER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10351404","quote_2_text":"RAN INTO BEAR WHILE TRAVELING DOWN ROUTE 58 EAST, BOYDNTON, VA, AIR BAG OF DRIVER DID NOT DEPLOY, BUT AIR BAG OF FRONT PASSENGER DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10881973","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2009 ACURA TSX. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AGGRESSIVELY WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-cold-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11173295","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER THE WEATHER DROPS BELOW FREEZING, MY BRAKES STOP WORKING","quote_2_odi":"10795210","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2009 ACURA TSX AND WHEN THE TEMPERATURE DROPS INTO THE SINGLE DIGITS ( F) OR WE HAVE A VERY COLD OVERNIGHT WEATHER (I'M IN WESTERN NY) I AM EXPERIENCING BRAKE ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"10486555","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DESCENDING A STEEP HILL, SHE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES BUT THEY FAILED TO FUNCTION PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-engine-pinging","label":"Engine pinging and knocking noise on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2009-03 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10267529","quote_1_text":"ENGINE MAKING PINGING SOUND AROUND 1800-2500 RPM GIVE OR TAKE WHILE UNDER ANY KIND OF ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10264122","quote_2_text":"ENGINE PINGS EXCESSIVELY UNDER LOAD AT BETWEEN 2,000 - 2,500 RPM","quote_3_odi":"10263795","quote_3_text":"UPON ACCELERATION, ENGINE MAKES A RATTLING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11287886","quote_1_text":"I AM HAVING TO PUT 2-3 QUARTS OF OIL IN MY VEHICLE ONCE A MONTH","quote_2_odi":"10795213","quote_2_text":"EXPERIENCING HIGH ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION","quote_3_odi":"10818631","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE BURNS EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF OIL, 1 QUART EVERY 1200 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2012-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10449955","quote_1_text":"THE INNER REAR BRAKE PADS WENT FROM 6 IN SEPTEMBER TO 1 - WORN TO THE SENSOR IN LESS THAN SIX MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"10332443","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2009 ACURA TSX. AT 17K MILES THE DEALERSHIP SAID THERE WAS 7 MM LEFT OF REAR BRAKE PADS","quote_3_odi":"10342858","quote_3_text":"PREMATURE BRAKE WEAR, SQUEALING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup during turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11428688","quote_1_text":"I was driving car to work and when I was making a turn my car steering wheel stop working it was so hard to maneuver I almost crashed I took it to the shop and they asked to call the acura dealer before making repairs","quote_2_odi":"11258708","quote_2_text":"STEERING LOCKS UP MID-TURN WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11094013","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AROUND A CURVE AND SHE SAID THE WHEEL LOCKED AND SHE COULD NOT TURN STRIKING A MAIL BOX AT 20 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-takata-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10983061","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V030000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10899416","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - THEY STILL DON'T HAVE A REMEDY FOR THIS!!","quote_3_odi":"10936357","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" IT'S BEEN ALMOST SEVEN MONTHS SINCE THE RECALL WAS INITIATED ON MAY 23, 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2009,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2009-windshield-glass-failure","label":"Windshield and sunroof glass and molding failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10319455","quote_1_text":"ACURA TSX 2009 - MILEAGE 3949 - PURCHASED CAR LESS THAN 6 MONTHS BEFORE","quote_2_odi":"10533825","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ON ROUTE 80 IN PATERSON, NJ ON 8/5/13, I HEARD A LOUD POP THAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN AND LOOKED UP TO SEE THE SUNROOF HAS SHATTERED ON MY 2009 ACURA TSX FOR NO REASON","quote_3_odi":"10283597","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, I GLANCED OVER TO MY PASSENGER AND NOTICED SOMETHING VIBRATING OUTSIDE THE FRONT WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-airbags-fail-to-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10983096","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TSX. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE MOUTH AND SUSTAINED MILD STOMACH PAIN","quote_2_odi":"10893098","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TSX. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT 30 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CHEST INJURY THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-brake-pedal-cold-weather-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10679594","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE DOES NOT WORK DURING WINTER AND MORNING WHEN IT'S COLD. THE PEDAL GETS STIFF AND DOES NOT WORK. BUT AFTER 5 MINS OF ENGINE RUNNING OR AFTER SEVERAL STEPS ON PEDAL THE BRAKE WORKS. THIS WAS CHECKED IN THE DEALERSHIP BUT SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAID IT WAS NORMAL. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10576565","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL IS FREEZING. WHY IS THIS NOT A RECALL!? IT WAS A COLD MORNING (3 DEGREES F). I WARMED UP THE CAR, LEFT MY ROAD AND, AS I APPROACHED THE LIGHT AT THE MAIN ROAD, I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS LIKE A ROCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10726988","quote_1_text":"THIS TSX HAS HAD THREE DIFFERENT DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS GO OUT. PASSENGER DOOR AT 30K MIKES, DRIVER DOOR AT 45K MILES AND REAR PASSENGER DOOR AT 75K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11162270","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DOOR LOCKS, OR DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS, HAVE FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES ( EACH DOOR AT LEAST TWICE) IN FIVE YEARS. THE CAR IS NOW EIGHT YEARS OLD AND ALL THE ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11625244","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Acura TSX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the power steering would suddenly fail causing the contact to use an excessive force to steer the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10538476","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 62 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER, HE LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND CRASHED INTO A GUARD RAIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-premature-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2013-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10503412","quote_1_text":"ACURA TSX 2010 REAR BRAKES ARE PREMATURELY WEARING. DURING LAST VISIT TO THE DEALER (AROUND 27,000 MILES) I WAS TOLD THAT MY REAR BREAK PADS HAVE ONLY 3MM OF CERAMIC LEFT","quote_2_odi":"10346040","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 ACURA TSX WITH 28,000 MILES THAT NEEDS REAR BRAKES REPLACED. FRONT BRAKES ARE FINE BUT REAR BRAKES ARE WORN DOWN TO THE METAL. ACURA WON'T STAND BEHIND THE WARRANTY SAYING THIS IS NORMAL WEAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11056340","quote_1_text":"I CALLED TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE AIRBAGS TO BE REPLACED AND THEY SAID THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AND WOULD ORDER THEM AND CALL ME BACK. THEY NEVER RECEIVED THE NEW AIRBAGS AND DID NOT CALL ME. I HAVE CALLED AGAIN AND WILL CALL AGAIN THIS WEEK","quote_2_odi":"10909370","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DEALERSHIP NOTIFIED ON JULY 20TH, 2016 AND AS OF SEPTEMBER 23, MY REPLACEMENT PART HAS NOT ARRIVED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2010,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2010-tire-failure-blowout","label":"Tire failure or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10335762","quote_1_text":"MICHELIN PILOT HX MXM4 CAME INSTALLED ON MY 2010 ACURA TSX. AT 220 MILES TIRE DEVELOPED A BUBBLE, AND AT 280 MILES WENT FLAT. TIRE WAS REPLACED AT A COST OF $208, THERE WAS A TEAR IN THE SIDEWALL","quote_2_odi":"11651651","quote_2_text":"Case #[XXX] [XXX] driving to freeway north going [XXX] near by the exit of [XXX] around [XXX] busy roadway when my tires exploded two tires went out at the freeway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2011-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10938495","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN MAY. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"10928690","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN JULY 2016.NHTSA RECALL16V-346. THE RECALL LETTER RECOMMENDED NO ONE SHOULD SIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. I CALLED THE DEALER AND HONDA AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PART WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE END OF THE SUMMER. 5 MONTH LATER STILL NO NEWS FROM THE DEALER.WE","quote_3_odi":"10894955","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - CALLED SEVERAL DEALERS, NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO ORDER, NO TIME LINE GIVEN, NO RENTAL CAR PROVIDED, WAS INSTRUCTED NOT TO DRIVE WITH PASSENGERS. ABSOLUTELY RIDICULOUS!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2011-brake-pedal-cold","label":"Brake pedal stiffness in cold temperatures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11324058","quote_1_text":"NO BRAKES OR VERY STIFF BRAKE PEDAL WHEN BELOW FREEZING UNTIL CAR WARMS UP. HAVE HAD BRAKE FLUID REPLACED AND BLED MULTIPLE TIMES AND PROBLEM NOT FIXED. HAPPENS EVERY TIME BELOW 25 DEGREES AND IS WORSE THE COLDER IT IS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10882416","quote_2_text":"IN FREEZING TEMPERATURES, MY CAR HAS AN EXTREMELY HARD BRAKE PETAL (IT SEEMS LIKE THERE IS NO POWER ASSIST)AND WILL NOT STOP THE CAR. AS SOON AS CAR WARMS UP THE BRAKE PETAL FEEL COMES BACK AND BRAKING RETURNS TO NORMAL. I HAVE HAD THIS HAPPEN 3 TIMES DURING THE DEAD FREEZING","quote_3_odi":"10836271","quote_3_text":"ON THREE OCCASIONS 2011 ACURA TSX BREAKS HAVE FAILED WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING ME TO HAVE TO USE MY EMERGENCY BREAK IN ORDER TO AVOID ACCIDENT. I ATTEMPTED TO SLOW DOWN WHILE GOING OFF THE HIGHWAY EXIT AND PUSHED ON BREAKS ONLY TO FIND THE BREAK PEDAL WAS EXTREMELY STIFF AND WOULD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2011-engine-oil-actuator","label":"Engine oil consumption and VTEC actuator noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11252145","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE. EVERY 1000 MILES IT'S REQUIRED ONE QUART OF OIL TO BE ADDED TO THE OIL FILLER. ACURA HAS A WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR THIS KNOW ISSUE TO 8 YEARS OR 125,000 MILES FROM THE ORIGINAL DATE OF SERVICE, WHICHEVER COMES FIRST. MY","quote_2_odi":"10936554","quote_2_text":"AT ONLY 40,000 MILES, MY 2011 ACURA TSX HAS VTEC ACTUATOR FAILURE. IT STARTED TO SHOW SIGNS OF THIS OVER THE LAST 5,000 - 10,000 MILES OR SO AND HAS BECOME INCREASINGLY WORSE. I HEAR A GRINDING NOISE WHENEVER I START MY VEHICLE FIRST THING IN THE MORNING. MY LOCAL ACURA DEALER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2011,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2011-eps-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11230037","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 67 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN APPOINTMENT WAS PENDING WITH HENDRICK ACURA (LOCATED AT 6824 E INDEPENDENCE BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28227, (980) 242-5667). THE","quote_2_odi":"11174759","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH MY POWER STEERING ABRUPTLY FAILED. THE \"CHECK POWER STEERING\" INDICATOR CAME ON. THE STEERING WHEEL IMMEDIATELY LOCKED UP. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR INTO A NEARBY STORE PARKING LOT BUT STEERING ABILITY WAS ALMOST NONEXISTENT. I HAD THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11101246","quote_3_text":"I HAD RETURNED HOME FROM VISITING MY DAUGHTER, AND PARKED MY CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY. THIRTY MINUTES LATER I RETURNED TO MY CAR TO DRIVE IT TO TOWN AND THE POWER STEERING INDICATOR WAS LIT UP. I HAD LOST POWER STEERING. CAR IS SEVEN YEARS OLD WITH 100K MILES. I TOOK IT TO HONDA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2012-cold-brake-pedal","label":"Brake pedal resistance to travel in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11448439","quote_1_text":"I purchased new 2012, for the first time after 10 years, the car is unsafe, brake pedal becomes hard after start up cold - noticed if outside weather between 30-25 degrees brake pedal becomes hard for the first 2-3 times and car will not stop","quote_2_odi":"11382883","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IN COLD CLIMATE, THE VEHICLE BRAKE FAILED TO ENGAGE AND THE CONTACT HAD TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE WITH FORCE TO BE ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"10678909","quote_3_text":"FIRST THING IN THE COLD MORNING MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS SOLID, NO MOVEMENT WHEN I PRESS IT, AND THUS NO BRAKES. THIS IS THE 2ND TIME, BUT THE FIRST TIME (A WEEK AGO) I THOUGHT I DID SOMETHING WRONG BECAUSE IT WENT AWAY QUICKLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2012-engine-hesitation-accel","label":"Engine hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10644740","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD SEVERAL EPISODES OF ENGINE HESITATION. I HAVE ALWAYS USED PREMIUM GAS. I RETURNED FOR AN OIL CHANGE (ANNUAL SERVICE) AND ALSO ASKED IF ANY ENGINE HESITATION SERVICE BULLETINS OR ADVISORIES HAD BEEN ISSUED. NONE HAD BEEN","quote_2_odi":"10513273","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN HE DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND NOTICED THE VEHICLE WAS HESITANT TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS","quote_3_odi":"10496006","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED BETWEEN 4000 AND 4200, THE ENGINE WOULD EXHIBIT A MOMENTARY DELAY BEFORE RESPONDING AND CONTINUING NORMAL OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2012,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"tsx-2012-eps-steering-failure","label":"EPS module failure with steering lock","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11478437","quote_1_text":"EPS, electronic power steering module failure. \"Check power steering system\"","quote_2_odi":"11208654","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 ACURA TSX. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND THE SERVICE POWER STEERING MESSAGE DISPLAYED","quote_3_odi":"11091088","quote_3_text":"CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM ERROR MESSAGE. I WASN'T ABLE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2013-airbag-warnings-takata","label":"Air bag warning lights and Takata recall notices","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11665393","quote_1_text":"The airbags did not deploy when I got in the front end accident","quote_2_odi":"11425916","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Acura TSX. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passenger’s side air bag sensor warning light remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11110313","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 ACURA TSX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V042000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2013-continental-tire-separation","label":"Continental tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11549575","quote_1_text":"I first reported this on July 7, 2023 under NHTSA ID#11530893. My wife was driving when the Continental tire size 225/50/R17 suddenly blew out at approximately 70 MPH. Immediately pulled to shoulder of highway","quote_2_odi":"11530893","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Acura TSX equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Pure Contact, Tire Size: 225/50/R17, DOT Number: VY40WD4A2320. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side tire exploded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2013-eps-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11151972","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING SYSTEM ABRUPTLY CUT OUT AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. I WAS FORCED TO TRY AND GET THE VEHICLE OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH NO POWER STEERING IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11193226","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS IN MOTION AND TURNING MY CAR RIGHT TO PARK, THE POWER STEERING LIGHT WENT ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL STOPPED RESPONDING. AFTER STARTING THE CAR THREE TIMES, THE POWER STEERING WORKED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11109737","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS DRIVING HOME WITH MY LITTLE BROTHER FROM 4TH OF JULY ACTIVITIES WHEN THE POWER STEERING EPS SYSTEM GAVE OUT. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2013,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"TSX","model_slug":"tsx","cluster_id":"acura-tsx-2013-vsa-module-spongy-brakes","label":"VSA module failure causing spongy brakes","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11740546","quote_1_text":"ABS / VSA module failed at 90k miles causing spongy brakes. Acura quoted me $3500 for a new module which is more than the value of the car","quote_2_odi":"11434458","quote_2_text":"On Friday, September 24, 2021 when I went around a curve my car felt like the vehicle stability assist was trying to kick on. However, no warning light came on and I was not going to fast for the weather or road conditions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/acura/tsx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-aeb-fails-to-engage","label":"Automatic braking fails to activate before collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11740970","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] at approximately 700 miles on a 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec AWD (VIN [XXX] ), the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) failed to engage during a collision event","quote_2_odi":"11717407","quote_2_text":"There are several concerns regarding potential failure of vehicle safety systems, including lack of automatic emergency braking activation and no emergency call initiation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-delayed-brake-response","label":"Delayed or absent brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11708910","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds and driving over a bump or an object in the roadway, the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11670375","quote_2_text":"When hard braking the car doesn’t stop, you can feel the wheels lock up and it slides forward. Some times when stopping at slow speeds the car will lunge forward","quote_3_odi":"11634252","quote_3_text":"At 4100 miles our ZDX started showing the Service Brake Assist system warning, the auto-hold unavailable warning, and the one pedal driving unavailable warning. Took the vehicle to the dealership. Got the car back in 15 days and the problem persists","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-heat-pump-hvac","label":"Heat pump/HVAC system malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11714007","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint due to a persistent and dangerous safety defect in my 2024 Acura ZDX. Since January 2025, the vehicle has suffered from recurring heating system failures","quote_2_odi":"11652120","quote_2_text":"The AC compress which also functions as a heat pump vibrates and shakes the entire vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-infotainment-a11-update","label":"Infotainment failure after A11 software update","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11741130","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Acura ZDX A-Spec is impacted by the NHTSA Campaign Number 26V112000 (blank instrument panel/rearview camera). I took the vehicle to the dealership for the recall software update","quote_2_odi":"11718043","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a significant safety-related failure in my 2024 Acura ZDX that occurred immediately after a dealer-installed software update","quote_3_odi":"11710864","quote_3_text":"Acura TSB 25-033 details how dealerships or independent shops should update the infotainment unit (a11). When followed correctly, the update causes the infotainment unit to fail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-park-rollaway","label":"Unintended vehicle movement after Park selected","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11721230","quote_1_text":"While I was outside the vehicle and no one was in the driver’s seat, the vehicle moved backward on its own and struck another car","quote_2_odi":"11641991","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after backing into the driveway, pressing the park button, activating the electronic brake system, and exiting the vehicle, moments later the electronic braking systemwas deactivated, and the vehicle began to roll down the driveway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-phantom-aeb-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11649894","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety defect in my 2024 Acura ZDX concerning the Forward Collision Alert and Automatic Emergency Braking. The system exhibits hyper-sensitivity, leading to unwarranted and dangerous automatic braking events","quote_2_odi":"11636864","quote_2_text":"I am writing to formally report a recurring and potentially hazardous issue with the Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system on my 2024 Acura ZDX EV. This malfunction significantly impacts the safety and usability of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11670376","quote_3_text":"When backing up the car will slam on its brakes when there is NOTHING behind me. Most of the time it is when I am backing out of my driveway it will do it 2-3 times when nothing is there","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2024,"make":"Acura","make_slug":"acura","model":"ZDX","model_slug":"zdx","cluster_id":"acura-zdx-2024-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure impairing reverse operation","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Acura ZDX. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V306000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rear-view camera became inoperable with a red or yellow caution sign displayed on the screen","quote_2_odi":"11636923","quote_2_text":"Car will not let me reverse. I have to turn it off to let me back out of driveway. When it rains the water runs down off camera and stops car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/acura/zdx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/acura"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-bcm-water-intrusion","label":"Body control module failure after water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11307971","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 9, 2018, THE VEHICLE UNDERWENT THE RECALL #U36/NHTSA18V-205 TO SEAL THE POTENTIAL WATER INTRUSION THAT WOULD AFFECT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE. HOWEVER, ON DECEMBER 16, 2019, A NOTICEABLE AMOUNT OF WATER WAS LOCATED ON THE PASSENGER FLOOR BOARD","quote_2_odi":"11498711","quote_2_text":"Body control module While driving in rain, received multiple incorrect messages on dash screen, horn began to beep. Unable to turn horn off until parking and disconnecting the negative battery cable. Had body control module replaced","quote_3_odi":"11597182","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the interior lights were inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-brake-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration when brake pedal applied","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11102730","quote_1_text":"SOMETIMES WHEN BRAKES ARE INITIATED THE ENGINE ACCELERATES AND SPEEDS UP","quote_2_odi":"11110074","quote_2_text":"DEPRESSED BRAKE CAME TO A STOP THEN ENGINE REVVED UP AND CAR TOOK OFF WHILE FOOT ON BRAKE HAD TO ENGAGE CAR INTO PARK TO GET IT INTO STOP VERY DANGEROUS THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES REPORTED TO DEALERSHIP AGAIN SECOND TIME I'VE REPORTED TO NHTSA CAR NOT SAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11222521","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING SOUTH BOUND ON THE 605 IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME BROKE AND AS I ENGAGED IN THE BRAKE IT BECAME UNRESPONSIVE AND SPED UP AFTER I ENGAGED THEM. CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO COLLIDE WITH TWO OTHER VEHICLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-engine-oil-coolant","label":"Engine oil and coolant system failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11714552","quote_1_text":"It's well known by Alfa Romeo/Chrystler, Stelvio owners and certified Alfa Romeo mechanics that the O-ring in the oil send/receive/turbo lines is faulty","quote_2_odi":"11564673","quote_2_text":"Was driving home with my fourteen year old daughter and started to smell a burning smell and began to lose power in the vehicle. Warning light came on that oil level was low","quote_3_odi":"11673784","quote_3_text":"My 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio was diagnosed by a certified Alfa Romeo dealer with a major engine defect involving coolant mixing with oil. The diagnosis revealed internal failure likely stemming from the oil cooler or head gasket","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-fuel-pump-recall","label":"Fuel pump failure and unrepaired recall 25V-586","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11755048","quote_1_text":"Car stalled on highway leaving my life at risk and dealer has no date to repair fuel line","quote_2_odi":"11752236","quote_2_text":"I was told I was on a priority list to have this recall fixed. My Stelvio is virtually undrivable. It continues to lose power when acceleration and goes into limp mode","quote_3_odi":"11738025","quote_3_text":"NHTSA safety recall 25V-586 was issued on September 9, 2025. It has now been eight months without a resolution from the manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-ground-strap-corrosion","label":"Ground strap corrosion causing wiring damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11664142","quote_1_text":"Ground wire to starter had corroded and broke into. Wife tried to start the vehicle and saw smoke coming up out of the hood. This caused the main wiring harness to burn and wires to fall apart","quote_2_odi":"11563485","quote_2_text":"When attempting to start the car using the push-button on the steering wheel, the engine did not crank and several system alerts were visible on the display (no warnings prior to this)","quote_3_odi":"11682898","quote_3_text":"I own a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio (VIN: [XXX] ) with approximately 102,000 miles. The vehicle recently experienced an electrical issue caused by a failed ground strap — a known problem in these vehicles that is widely reported by other owners","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2018,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2018-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11339475","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, AROUND 65 - 70 MPH MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11208131","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN A STRAIGHT ROAD (THANK GOODNESS), NO TRAFFIC CLOSE BY, NO OVERPASS AND GOING ABOUT 45MPH. I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOT GUN IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11516936","quote_3_text":"I was driving down a smooth California freeway at about 70mph..It was about 72 degrees out, I had my A/C at about 65 degrees, Sunroof closed, along with all windows & all of a sudden, my Sunroof exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2019,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2019-brake-recall-parts-crash","label":"Brake pedal fails to engage, recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11397289","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 ALFA ROMEO STELVIO. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE VEHICLE HAD AN OIL CHANGE. AFTER LEAVING THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE ANI-COLLISION WARNING LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11208662","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 ALFA ROMEO STELIO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V148000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2019,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2019-coolant-hose-engine-seizure","label":"Coolant hose leak causes engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11614719","quote_1_text":"The engine cooling hose is failing and may be made of similar materials under the same recall as the Stelvio Qudrofiligo NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 18V635000. Mine has a leak which can cause a loss of coolant and cause a crash. The engine cooling hose may have inadequate webbing","quote_2_odi":"11544338","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the engine seized without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that coolant had entered the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2019,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2019-fuel-pump-recall-loss-of-power","label":"Fuel pump failure causes sudden loss of drive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11748560","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. On another occasion, the vehicle stalled while in a parking lot. The fuel warning light, the auto-stop warning light, and the traction control","quote_2_odi":"11692931","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump failed as in recall 25V586000 , vehicle stalled in middle of an intersection of a busy road , could not get vehicle into neutral to push out of road. Manufacturers recall does not include my vehicle vin (yet)","quote_3_odi":"11707627","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, nearly causing a crash. The contact shifted to neutral(N), and the vehicle was pushed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2019,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2019-ground-strap-electrical-failure","label":"Corroded ground strap melts wiring, kills electrical","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11759200","quote_1_text":"1. COMPONENT FAILED & INSPECTION: The transmission ground strap (uninsulated, bare braided copper cable) completely corroded/severed from environmental decay. This open ground circuit forced high engine-cranking currents into secondary low-voltage paths, causing an extreme","quote_2_odi":"11665540","quote_2_text":"A corroded faulty ground strap under the car, which is connected to the transmission caused the engine wiring harness to overload a smaller ground wire in the wheel well, then continued to melt other sections of the main engine wiring harness when trying to start the car. This","quote_3_odi":"11320525","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AROUND 3 AM IN DARK ENVIRONMENT, GOING AT 63MPH, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF IN LESS THAN 1 SECOND WITH NO WARNING AT ALL. BRAKES FAILED, STEERING FAILED, ENGINE SHUT OFF, ALL GAUGES INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER STOPPED FUNCTIONING, ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2019,"make":"Alfa Romeo","make_slug":"alfa-romeo","model":"Stelvio","model_slug":"stelvio","cluster_id":"stelvio-2019-sunroof-glass-explode","label":"Sunroof glass explodes while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11624482","quote_1_text":"Hello i was driving this morning with my alfa rimeo stelvio on freeway going 65 approximately and just heard explosion like granate or gun shot wich triger my anxiety and ptsd i have trauma from war back home when i was kid i stoped and was looking what happen and heard noise","quote_2_odi":"11437536","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway at 60mph, my sunroof exploded very unexpectedly and very loudly. It shattered along the front and sides but not anywhere at the center. Sunroof was closed and had only been used 1 time in the month I had the vehicle. Nothing hit me as no vehicles were","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/alfa-romeo/stelvio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/alfa-romeo"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2009-abs-esc-module-failure","label":"ABS/ESC control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10985106","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE ABS AND ESC INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS MODULE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11203091","quote_2_text":"ABS BRAKING SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE DID NOT FIX BRAKES. RECALL SHOWS IF BRAKE MODULE IS BAD IT WOULD REPLACE","quote_3_odi":"10897786","quote_3_text":"THE ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED AND I'VE READ THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH ALL 2009 MODELS FROM AUDI TO VOLKSWAGEN TSI ENGINE MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2009-dsg-unexpected-neutral","label":"DSG transmission unexpected neutral engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2009-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11437903","quote_1_text":"DSG transmission will abruptly shift down to first gear and would not respond in any other gear","quote_2_odi":"10553855","quote_2_text":"MECHATRONIC CONTROLLER HAS GONE BAD. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM. DSG WILL NOT ENGAGE TO GO INTO REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"10293287","quote_3_text":"AFTER ABOUT 20-30 MINUTES OF DRIVING THE CARE THE TRANSMISSION STARTS EXHIBITING STRANGE BEHAVIOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2009-engine-power-loss","label":"Unexpected engine power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10816187","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, ALL POWER TO THE ENGINE JUST SUDDENLY TURNS OFF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11322035","quote_2_text":"A FEW MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE, VEHICLE WOULD HAVE A NOTICEABLE DECREASE IN POWER AND NOT ACCELERATE OVER ABOUT 40MPH","quote_3_odi":"11245552","quote_3_text":"AUDI / VW HAD A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ON THIS CARS TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2009-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11165283","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN RECEIVING NOTICES OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL REGULARLY FOR ALMOST A YEAR","quote_2_odi":"10928066","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED MY RECALL NOTICE IN FEBRUARY AND HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING FURTHER FROM NHTSA OR AUDI","quote_3_odi":"10981123","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V079000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-abs-control-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11256473","quote_1_text":"RELATED TO RECALL 45F5 ABS CONTROL MODULE. THIS VEHICLE HAS A FAILED ABS CONTROL MODULE THAT DEACTIVATES ABS BRAKING SYSTEMS, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, AND HEADLIGHT RANGE CONTROL","quote_2_odi":"11142215","quote_2_text":"I HAVE AN AUDI A3 MANUFACTURED IN 2009 PRESENTING SEVERE ISSUES WITH THE ABS CONTROL MODULE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10614953","quote_1_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. SECOND TIME WAS IN MAY 2014 AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES. BOTH TIMES THE CAR STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10617638","quote_2_text":"TL8 THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GLOW PLUG SENSOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE APPROACHING A TRAFFIC LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10446661","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2010 AUDI A3 TDI. I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET IN NORMAL TRAFFIC, BEGAN FEELING HESITATION/JERKING IN THE ENGINE, THEN THE \"GLOW PLUG\" LIGHT CAME ON JUST BEFORE THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11372399","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SHUTS OFF WHEN DRIVING. ALL POWER STEERING, ELECTRICAL, POWER BRAKES, ENGINE...EVERYTHING. HAS SHUT OFF DRIVING ON FREEWAY GOING 70MPH","quote_2_odi":"10322590","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A3 QUATTRO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"10456903","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON LOCAL ROADS, ENGINE LOST POWER AND STOPPED RUNNING SUDDENLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10916833","quote_1_text":"I PLAN TO TRADE MY CAR IN WITHIN 2 MONTHS. THE DEALERSHIP SAID I WILL GET LESS FOR MY TRADE IN BECAUSE OF THE RECALL HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED","quote_2_odi":"10917726","quote_2_text":"TAKATA AIRBAGS: AUDI NOTIFIED ME OF THE RECALL IN FEBRUARY 2016 BUT SAID THERE WAS NO FIX. THE AUDI SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR TOLD ME THE REPLACEMENT PARTS MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE FOR 2 TO 2 AND 1/2 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10908394","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. AUDI HAS NOT NOTIFIED ME OF THE DEFECT, NOR HAS IT OFFERED TO CORRECT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-tpms-tire-failure","label":"TPMS failure and tire pressure loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10363565","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A3 EQUIPPED WITH BRIDGESTONE POTENZA TIRES, TIRE SIZE 225/14/18","quote_2_odi":"11509065","quote_2_text":"225/45zr1794w purchased at discount tire. TPMS system failed after tire installation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2010-transmission-jerk-neutral","label":"Automatic transmission jerk into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10437213","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION THAT DOWNSHIFTS ON ITS OWN FROM AUTOMATIC (D) TO M1 (THE LOWEST MANUAL GEAR). WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SLOWS AND THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASE TOWARD THE RED LINE","quote_2_odi":"10983383","quote_2_text":"FULL TRANSMISSION FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11024192","quote_3_text":"AT SLOW SPEEDS & WHEN STOPPED WITH VEHICLE IN GEAR (DRIVE OR REVERS) THE TRANSMISSION JERKS, CLUNKS, FEELS LIKE IT'S ENGAGING AND DISENGAGING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2011-dsg-transmission-shift-fault","label":"DSG transmission gear engagement fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10399438","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED A NEW 2011 AUDI A3 TDI LAST SATURDAY. THE FOLLOWING FRIDAY WHILE PULLING OUT INTO AN INTERSECTION THE DSG TRANSMISSION BRIEFLY WENT INTO NEUTRAL AND I SAW THE TACHOMETER NEEDLE SHOOT UP AND HEARD THE ENGINE WHINE. I WAS IN MANUAL MODE AT THE TIME. I DOWN SHIFTED AND","quote_2_odi":"11046384","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE DOES NOT SWITCH GEARS PROPERLY. ONCE DRIVE GEAR IS SELECTED THEN THE GEAR INDICATOR FLASHES (EX. THE D FLASHES OR P FLASHES). VEHICLE DOES NOT SWITCH GEARS UNTIL 5500 RPM IS REACHED. AND VEHICLE DOES NOT ENGAGE R GEAR ONCE CAR HAS BEEN IN DRIVE. HAVE TO TURN VEHICLE OFF","quote_3_odi":"10557106","quote_3_text":"THE CAR IS JERKING IN BETWEEN 1ST AND SECOND GEAR. SEEMS THE TRANSMISSION CANT DECIDE TO STAY IN 1ST OR SECOND. ALSO- THE CAR SHIFTS DOWN TO 1ST INAPPROPRIATELY QUICKLY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2011-fuse-f16-exterior-lighting-loss","label":"Fuse F16 melting and exterior lighting loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11217163","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF EXTERIOR LIGHTS TO INCLUDE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS, AND BRAKE LIGHTS DURING DRIVING. THE FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS AT NIGHT. FAULT SEEMS TO BE (ENGINE) TEMPERATURE DEPENDENT (I.E. - DOES NOT SEEM TO OCCUR WHEN ENGINE BAY IS COLD). ISSUE CONTINUED TO","quote_2_odi":"11210671","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 AUDI A3. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH AT NIGHT, THE EXTERIOR LIGHTING POWERED OFF INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND POWERED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMALLY. THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10780706","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 AUDI A3. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE HEADLIGHTS SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND THE SERVICE VEHICLE SENSOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT A FUSE PANEL HAD OVERHEATED AND MELTED. THE CONTACT ALSO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10893429","quote_1_text":"TAKATA AIRBAG I AM WRITING TO EXPRESS MY GREAT CONCERN ABOUT THIS POTENTIALLY LETHAL ISSUE WITH MY CAR. THIS RECALL IS OPEN SINCE FEBRUARY 2016 AND YET NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO RECTIFY THIS. I AM FORCED TO DRIVE A POTENTIALLY LETHALLY HARMFUL VEHICLE OVER THE LACK OF ABILITY BY","quote_2_odi":"10881408","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. A RECALL WAS ISSUED IN FEBRUARY 2016 FOR MY VEHICLE. I WAS NOTIFIED BY AUDI OF THE RECALL IN APRIL. I CONTACTED THE DEALER THEN AND WAS TOLD THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE. I CONTACTED AUDI WEST HOUSTON AGAIN ON JUNE 27, 2016 AND WAS TOLD THE ONLY REMEDY TO ME WAS","quote_3_odi":"11151824","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE RECEIVED NUMEROUS NOTICES FROM AUDI AND THE SECRETARY OF STATE'S OFFICE THAT MY A3 IS RECALLED FOR THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO SCHEDULE THIS SINCE JUNE WITH AUDI OF KALAMAZOO, MY LOCAL DEALER. THEY SCHEDULE APPOINTMENTS FOR THIS 6 WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2011-tdi-fuel-pump-failure","label":"TDI high-pressure fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11297247","quote_1_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING MY 2011 AUDI A3 TDI TO THE GYM AT NIGHT WHEN HE CALLED ME THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND HAD A WARNING LIGHT COME ON. I TOLD HIM TO GOOGLE IT AND HE FOUND OUT IT WAS A GLOW PLUG INDICATOR. I TOLD HIM TO CONTINUE DRIVING IT IN THE LIMP MODE. THE CAR DIED","quote_2_odi":"10807891","quote_2_text":"I WAS AT THE TAIL END OF A 400 MILE TRIP-ALL FREEWAY DRIVING. AFTER EXITING THE FREEWAY, THE CAR WAS SLOWLY LOSING POWER. THE GLOW PLUG LIGHT CAME ON. CAR STALLED AFTER 1/2 MILE. I TRIED TO RESTART IT. IT WOULD NOT START. THE GLOW PLUG AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WERE ON. TOWED TO","quote_3_odi":"10544337","quote_3_text":"I OWN AN AUDI A3 2011, TDI. I HAD TWO SIMILAR INCIDENTS WITH THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM WITH THIS TDI. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED WHEN THE CARS JUST PASSED THE WARRANTY PERIOD OF 50,000 MILES. I DROVE THIS CAR IN CITY STREET AND THE ?GLOW-PLUG? INDICATOR LIGHT CAME ON. I BARELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2012-fuse-box-lighting-melt","label":"Fuse box and exterior lighting circuit melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10790335","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY LIGHTS WOULD RANDOMLY GO OUT BOTH DURING DAY AND NIGHT. DASH WARNING WOULD BE BULB OUT NEEDING REPLACING BUT NOTHING WAS EVER WRONG WITH THE BULBS OR TURN SIGNALS. ISSUE WAS INTERMITTENT AND WARNING WOULD GO AWAY ON IT'S OWN OR AFTER CAR RESTARTED. LATER WHEN","quote_2_odi":"10853652","quote_2_text":"AFTER STARTING THE CAR AND DRIVING ABOUT 50 FEET, THE VEHICLE DRIVER DISPLAY SCREEN SIGNALED THAT MULTIPLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS HAD FAILED SIMULTANEOUSLY. SENSING THAT MULTIPLE LIGHT BULBS WOULD NOT FAIL AT ONCE UNLESS THERE WAS A LARGER ELECTRICAL PROBLEM, I PROMPTLY MADE AN","quote_3_odi":"10682609","quote_3_text":"THE F16 FUSE WHICH IS RECALLED ON THE VW SIDE MELTED, CAUSING THE SMELL OF BURNT PLASTIC AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS GOING OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT NIGHT. THE DEALER ON TOP IF THIS REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THIS ISSUE, AND WILL NOT PROPERLY FIX THE CAR. I REPLACED THE FUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2012-hp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10608827","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING AT SPEED ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE GLOW PLUG LIGHT WARNING INDICATOR STARTED FLASHING ON THE DASH. CAR INSTANTLY BECAME INOPERABLE. LUCKILY WAS APPROACHING AN EXIT AND ATTEMPTED TO EXIT THE INTERSTATE. THE CAR DIED ON THE RAMP AND WOULD NOT RESTART. CALLED A TOW TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"10694181","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF POWER AT SPEED IN TRAFFIC DUE TO A HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE, JUST AVOIDING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. I WAS TOLD IT WAS CAUSED BY EITHER INCORRECT/CONTAMINATED FUEL OR INCORRECT OIL BY THE DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT. I HAVE USED ONLY DIESEL FUEL FROM NATIONAL STATIONS,","quote_3_odi":"10711857","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ON EVENING ON APRIL 16, 2015, THE ENGINE NOISE WAS NOTICEABLY MORE PRONOUNCED. ONE MILE FURTHER, A FLASHING GLOW PLUG LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOLLOWED BY A DRAMATIC LOSS OF POWER (LIMITED TO 25 MPH). DROVE REMAINING SHORT DISTANCE HOME AT A LOW SPEED DUE TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11150977","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED RECALL INFORMATION FOR THE TAKATA AIRBAG IN MY VEHICLE. - I CALLED AUDI STEVENS CREEK 888-462-7410 AS INSTRUCTED TO SCHEDULE REPAIR - AUDI SAID THEY ARE NOT DOING THE REPAIR AS NO AIRBAGS HAVE BEEN PROVIDED BY AUDI AMERICA - THERE IS NO ETA WHEN REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10957361","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I WAS NOTIFIED ABOUT THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL BY LETTER OVER ONE YEAR AGO. I HAVE TRIED TO SCHEDULE APPOINTMENTS TO HAVE THE AIRBAG REPLACED ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AT TWO DIFFERENT AUDI DEALERSHIPS. BOTH DEALERSHIPS STATED THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS AND","quote_3_odi":"10919044","quote_3_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER APRIL 2016 STATING MY VEHICLE HAS A POTENTIALLY DEADLY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG. I HAVE CONTACTED AUDI OF JACKSONVILLE FL WHO CONFIRMED THE LETTER AND STATED THEY CAN'T GIVE ME A DATE WHEN MY VEHICLE WILL BE REPAIRED. THEY REFUSE TO SUPPLY A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2013-dsg-mechatronic-failure","label":"DSG transmission mechatronic failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11464480","quote_1_text":"Car stalled in fast moving traffic, and then lurched forward. In the stall the car behind me almost ran into me. In the lurch, I almost rear ended someone. Fortunate that both times there was no collision","quote_2_odi":"11287569","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A3. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO FIRST GEAR WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11156765","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DEALER INFORMED ME THE RECALL PART HAS BEEN UNAVAILABLE FOR 1 YEAR AND WILL CONTINUE TO BE UNAVAILABLE FOR AN ADDITIONAL 2 - 6 MONTHS. NO RECALL MAINTENCE IS ABLE TO BE SCHEDULED. THE RISK ASSOCIATED WITH THIS RECALL IS DEATH TO THE DRIVER. UNACCEPTABLE","quote_2_odi":"11140822","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V084000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10898218","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V079000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN APRIL OF 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2013-tdi-stall-loss-of-power","label":"TDI diesel engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10643331","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED USED 2013 AUDI A3 TDI 3 MONTHS AGO. ONLY USE DIESEL FUEL. DRIVING ONTO I80 WEST WHEN I HEARD/FELT CAR HICCUP, LOST POWER. COASTED TO STOP SIGN, TRIED MULTIPLE TIME BUT WOULD NOT START","quote_2_odi":"10479505","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY FOR ABOUT 18 MILES, TOOK AN EXIT AND STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED TO GREEN I ENTERED THE INTERSECTION AND THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT ANY INDICATION OF A PROBLEM. I WAS ABLE TO START THE ENGINE RIGHT AWAY. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11724757","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Audi A3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-aux-cabin-heater-smoke","label":"Auxiliary cabin heater overheating and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11702870","quote_1_text":"Smelt like something was burning and the smell was coming out of vents. Looked online and found that people have been having issues with the auxiliary heater for the HVAC to help the car warm up faster","quote_2_odi":"11441118","quote_2_text":"During cold ambient temperature when the engine is cold the vehicle activates an axillary cabin heater which fills the cabin with smoke and burning odor due to the heating element burning the housing and wiring inside the dash","quote_3_odi":"11448858","quote_3_text":"The Auxiliary PTC Electric Cabin Heater fails and causes an overheat/fire condition. We own a 2015 Audi A3 TDI Premium Plus sedan. This vehicle has a diesel engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel leak and suction pump failure while refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741854","quote_1_text":"The contact owns 2015 Audi A3. The contact stated while parked and when attempting to input fuel into the vehicle the fuel hose sprayed fuel into the contact's clothing and shoes and began to leak under the vehicle near the rear tires","quote_2_odi":"11508690","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is not taking fuel, there is early stopping of the fuel nozzle and there is significant fuel spillback. Fuel would go in for 2 seconds and the fuel nozzle shuts off","quote_3_odi":"11064278","quote_3_text":"CAR GAS 60,000 MILES ON IT AND THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP ON THE VEHICLE FAILED!!! AS WELL AS I CANNOT PUT GAS IN MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-low-beam-headlight-aim","label":"Low-beam headlight illumination distance","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10790434","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE 2015 AUDI A3 INADEQATELY LIGHTS THE ROAD AHEAD ESPECIALLY ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE THE ROAD AHEAD TO THE POINT THAT IT HAS BECOME A SAFERY PROBLEM TO MYSELF AND ANYONE USING THIS VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10795339","quote_2_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE TOO LOW. THERE IS A DROP-OFF SO THERE APPEARS A DARK AREA ABOUT 10 FEET IN FRONT AND TO THE LEFT OF THE DRIVER SIDE WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10872484","quote_3_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTING SUDDENLY DROPS OFF INTO DARK AREA ABOUT 25 FEET IN FRONT. THE DEALERSHIP ADJUSTED THE HEADLIGHTS UPWARD TO THE LIMIT THEY CLAIM THEY CAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-pods-airbag-fault","label":"PODS sensor fault disabling passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11666282","quote_1_text":"For recall 21V198-69BY, I took my car to Audi of Birmingham on recall. They provided me a service form to show the repair had been made, but my passenger side air bag off light is still on because they didn't make the repair","quote_2_odi":"11163725","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM FAILURE, RESULTING IN ILLUMINATED AIR BAG MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP","quote_3_odi":"11320398","quote_3_text":"AUDI HAS A RECALL TO FIX THE WIRING IN THE PODS SYSTEM, ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THE COMPONENTS TO DETECT AND PROTECT A PASSENGER IN THE SEAT EXISTS. THE RECALL DOES NOT FIX THE SENSOR ITSELF WHICH HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS AN EXISTING FAILURE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-sunroof-crack","label":"Panoramic sunroof cracking and separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10937190","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10886016","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION ON THE TOP OF ME, THEN I SAW A MY SUNROOF CRACKED. I STOPPED TO CHECK ON IT AND I CONTINUED DRIVING FOR ABOUT A MILE UNTIL PART OF THE SUNROOF BLEW OFF AND HIT OTHER CARS","quote_3_odi":"11277221","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK ON THE SUNROOF GUIDE RAIL BEZEL IN THE FRONT CORNER OF SUN ROOF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE ON THE BLACK TRIM PART ABOUT A WEEK AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-tire-tread-blowout","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11433383","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi A3 equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: G-Max AS-05, Tire Size: 225/40/R18, DOT Number: (Not Available). The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 70 MPH, the front driver’s side tire experienced a blowout","quote_2_odi":"11207059","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES 225/40R/18 92HXL WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE THREAD SEPERATED CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT","quote_3_odi":"10995871","quote_3_text":"1 CRACKED RIM AND 1 BENT RIM. THE CRACKED RIM CAUSED AIR TO LEAK FROM THE TIRE, SO I GOT I BECAME AWARE OF IT AFTER TAKING IT INTO A TIRE SHOP TO INVESTIGATE THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and gear engagement delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11165008","quote_1_text":"TRANMISSION ISSUES. 51,000 MILES AND TRANSMISSION IS STUCK IN 1ST GEAR. DRIVING NORMALLY ONE MINUTE AND IT DOWN SHIFTS AUTOMATICALLY TO 2ND GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10732381","quote_2_text":"3 ISSUES: 1. AFTER INITIAL START-UP, THE CAR JUMPS GEARS AND JOLTS FORWARD FOR THE FIRST 3-5 MINUTES OF OPERATION, ESPECIALLY AT LOWER SPEEDS. THIS HAS BEEN CONSISTENT SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW IN JANUARY 2015","quote_3_odi":"11080095","quote_3_text":"FROM DAY 1 OF OWNERSHIP OF THE CAR, THERE IS AN OCCASIONAL DELAY FROM RELEASING THE BRAKES UNTIL THE CAR MOVES FORWARD WHEN IN GEAR ON A FLAT ROAD, UP TO 2 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2015-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump and thermostat coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11306575","quote_1_text":"THE WATER PUMP/THERMOSTAT HOUSING IS LEAKING COOLANT OUT OF THE ENGINE. THIS OCCURS ON NEARLY ALL MQB CHASSIS VW/AUDI'S WITH THE EA888 GEN 3 2.0 TFSI ENGINE. IT IS A WIDELY KNOWN ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11298287","quote_2_text":"WATER PUMP / THERMOSTAT HOUSING FAILURE CAUSING COOLAT TO LEAK. ALL OF MY COOLANT WAS DRAINED BEFORE LOW COOLANT LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11163600","quote_3_text":"COOLANT LEAKING, THERMOSTAT AND WATER PUMP DEFECTIVE. CAR HAS UNDER 26000 MILES. MULTIPLE ONLINE FORMS REPORTING SAME ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or intermittent image loss","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11674377","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera is failed. Yes I can have an inspection done. Yes, dealer confirmed that camera is failed but wanted hundreds of dollars to troubleshoot","quote_2_odi":"11448382","quote_2_text":"Rearview backup camera is intermittently inoperative. Cannot use camera to see what is behind the car. Dealer inspected, duplicated and confirmed problem","quote_3_odi":"11288953","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS GARAGED AND FUNCTIONING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS. APPX. 64000 MILES. WHEN THE CAR WAS TURNED ON AND PUT IN REVERSE, THE REARVIEW CAMERA'S VIEW WAS MODERATELY VISIBLE, BUT GARBLED PAST ANY USEFUL VIEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2016-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel leak from suction pump and EVAP system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11690869","quote_1_text":"FUEL LEAKED ALL MY GARAGE ALMOST CAUSING A FIRE IN MY HOME WHILE I WAS SLEEPING. I HAVE HAD THE FUEL TANK REPLACED 3 TIMES. AND I HAD TO PAY OUT OF POCKET TO HAVE IT REPLACED BECAUSE AUDI WOULD NOT REPLACE THE RECALL OF IT","quote_2_odi":"11549263","quote_2_text":"Cust gasoline is spilling out of the rear part of the unit. The following complaint, was escalated to AUDi USA related to recall of the suction pump, campaign number 16V647000","quote_3_odi":"11437383","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Audi A3. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, he started to smell gasoline fumes inside the vehicle. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2016-mechatronic-transmission-stall","label":"Mechatronic transmission failure causing stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11554170","quote_1_text":"I was entering the interstate and accelerating to merge with the traffic. When I reached about 70 mph the car stalled and a message appeared, transmission faulty, no reverse, safe to continue to drive","quote_2_odi":"11021593","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI A3. WHEN PLACING THE VEHICLE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE OR ROLL FORWARD BEFORE REVERSING. THE MANUFACTURER AND AN UNKNOWN DEALER WERE CONTACTED, BUT COULD NOT PROVIDE A REMEDY. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 12,000","quote_3_odi":"11067212","quote_3_text":"TWICE I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE RANDOM LOSS OF POWER. THE FIRST TIME OCCURRED ON A LOCAL STREET, DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE STUTTERED AND LOST POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2016-pods-airbag-disabled","label":"Passenger air bag disabled by PODS sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11647871","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Audi A3. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the front passenger’s seat air bag sensor had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11477424","quote_2_text":"I purchased my 2016 Audi A3 in April of 2020 from Audi San Diego. Less than a year later, I was getting airbag warning lights on my dash, as well as constant warning sounds when driving","quote_3_odi":"11433413","quote_3_text":"The passenger air bag keeps going off every time one of my kids is sitting in the front. I can not afford to leave that seat unoccupied since I have four children and the front seat is always occupied. There is no solution to the air bag problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"audi-a3-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11433922","quote_1_text":"On August 30th 2021 around 12:45pm driving to work I experienced something I did not realize was possible. I was in the fast lane going 70-75mph when my steering wheel began to shake profusely","quote_2_odi":"10954252","quote_2_text":"CONTINENTAL PROCONTACT 225/45R17 91H DOT AF7RWBRD4615 RIGHT FRONT TIRE SIDEWALL BLEW OUT AFTER GOING OVER SMALL DRIVEWAY CURB AT VERY LOW SPEED VEHICLE 2016 AUDI A3 ETRON","quote_3_odi":"11618867","quote_3_text":"225/45r17 Dry rot on all four tires less than three years old - and actually used for fewer than 18 months as alternated with winter tires - crack runs entire circumference of tire - deep - at joining of sidewall to tread","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2017-fuel-tank-wont-accept-fuel","label":"Fuel tank will not accept fuel, leaks at filler","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11470122","quote_1_text":"On Tuesday, June 7, 2022 my vehicle began having a hard time accelerating, then my vehicle started leaking out gas from the back of the vehicle located in front of the rear passenger tire. I then took the vehicle to Audi West Houston to have a diagnosis. After a day and a half","quote_2_odi":"11483625","quote_2_text":"Was trying to fill up my car at the gas station. The car would not accept any fuel. Frustrated, I went to try another gas station. Same thing happened. Went home to check and see what the problem was and gas started spewing out of the gas tank from where you fill it up with gas","quote_3_odi":"11435173","quote_3_text":"Vehicle tank was almost empty. Was unable to fill the tank because the gas station pump stopped constantly without being full. Took 15 minutes to fill the tank. Fuel came out of my tank and a very unpleasant fuel odor came into the car. When arrived home gasoline came out of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2017-mechatronic-transmission-stall","label":"Mechatronic transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11534031","quote_1_text":"This concerns a recall issued. Audi issued a recall/reimbursement for transmission failure. Mine failed. Car stopped in the middle of roadway. I had transmission repaired before recall was issued. I have attempeted reimbursement and am denied by audi due to my vehicle being a","quote_2_odi":"11402605","quote_2_text":"2017 AUDI A3 SEDAN- WITH AROUND 47,000 MILES -STALLED OUT IN DRIVE THRU AND AT A RED LIGHT INTERSECTION. TWICE. ALMOST GOT IN 2 ACCIDENTS WHILE DRIVING ONCE ON THE HIGHWAY AND ONCE ON A CITY ROAD. ENGINE LIGHT ON DASH WAS BLINKING. CODE READER INITIALLY WAS READING P0300, P0301","quote_3_odi":"11403263","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLS WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THIS CONDITION HAS BEEN DANGEROUS. CAR HAS BEEN TO THE AUDI DEALER 3 TIMES TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THAT CANNOT DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE. IT IS GOING IN FOR A 4TH TIME APRIL 12TH 2021. THIS ISSUE IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. THE CAR WILL LOSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2017-passenger-airbag-pods-recall","label":"Passenger airbag disabled by occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11469068","quote_1_text":"Sensor in seat, has illuminated airbag light on dash and says airbag is off for passenger, sest belt light is illuminated even though no one is sitting in the seat, have to have sent belt clipped in to have warning light stop chiming Have contacted dealership and they say there","quote_2_odi":"11433203","quote_2_text":"There has been an open recall on my car since March 2021 (NHTSA recall number 21V198) which prevents the passenger airbag from functioning properly. Because the airbag isn't working it also disables my forward collision assistance. It took Audi 2 months to mail notice of the","quote_3_odi":"11412927","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V198000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED AUDI OAKLAND (7201 OAKPORT ST, OAKLAND, CA 94621, (510) 984-7906)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11576387","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving under normal conditions. This happened while I was driving on a freeway. Luckily I maintained my composure and safely drove home with broken glass all over myself. My car insurance paid for most of my sunroof replacement","quote_2_odi":"11445248","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving. All windows and sunroof closed also sunscreen was closed. I heard a terrifying loud explosion then I heard all the glass shattering and falling on the sunscreen. I pulled over and called police because I thought it was a gunshot. But no evidence","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2018-airbag-recall-parts-wait","label":"Airbag recall remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11440624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V198000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available.…","quote_2_odi":"11414080","quote_2_text":"AUDI IS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A REMEDY FOR THE PODS RECALL IN A TIMELY MANNER MAKING MY AUDI A3 UNSAFE FOR PASSENGERS SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.","quote_3_odi":"11423516","quote_3_text":"Audi has not come up with a repair for the PODS recall. This is the second time they have needed to repair the PODS system. Users could run into an issue where if an accident were to occur with a passenger the airbag may not deploy. NO TIME FRAME GIVEN.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2018-fuel-leak-and-pump-failure","label":"Fuel leak and low-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11511737","quote_1_text":"The low pressure fuel pump, located in the fuel tank, shorted out and melted surrounding plastic housing. The pump is available for for inspection and has been verified by an independent service center.…","quote_2_odi":"11583078","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi A3. The contact stated after parking the vehicle, a bystander alerted the contact that there was fuel leaking from the rear passenger's side near the fuel tank.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2018-pods-passenger-airbag-shutoff","label":"Passenger occupant detection system airbag shutoff","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11434963","quote_1_text":"Airbag light reads off while my husband is sitting in the seat","quote_2_odi":"11439640","quote_2_text":"The passenger airbag stays on off mode even when a passenger is sitting in the seat with their seatbelt on. I have taken my car to Audi dealership two times and they tell me I would have to pay $900.00 for a new airbag pod which may not even fix it.…","quote_3_odi":"11668621","quote_3_text":"Audi had a recall on my 2018 A3 for a Passenger Occupant Detection System. in July 2023, Audi replaced the PODS Sensor mat. Recently, the same car has encountered the same issue. The PODS light indicates the airbag is off even if a passenger is sitting in the seat.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2018-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11435163","quote_1_text":"Wife was driving and the tire suddenly lost pressure and she almost lost control. The tire sidewall had blown out and this is the second tire with the same problem.","quote_2_odi":"11426592","quote_2_text":"During a trip the tire blew and separated at the sidewall. The vehicles tire pressure was correct and only had approximately 30,000 miles. The tires are the manufacturer installed Continental ProContact 225/40R18.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A3","model_slug":"a3","cluster_id":"a3-2018-transmission-control-failure","label":"Mechatronic and transmission control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11662230","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway at 60 mph when I received a warning code of a transmission problem. The code said the car was driveable but I should take it in for service. About 1-2 minutes after that the car lost all power.…","quote_2_odi":"11554789","quote_2_text":"Transmission module! Started jerking when switching gears, to not switching gears at all and this happened while driving so I was on the road stalled with no gear changes!…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-control-arm-bushing-failure","label":"Front suspension control arm bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2009-10 → 2011-08","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10323493","quote_1_text":"2009 AUDI A4-MAKES NOISE WHEN SUSPENSION IS MOVING,SO WE INSPECTED IT AND FOUND OUT ON ALL FRONT UPPER CONTROL ARMS,THE BUSHINGS ARE CRACKED","quote_2_odi":"10418615","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A GRUMBLING/MOANING TYPE NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"10289260","quote_3_text":"NEW CAR PURCHASE 2009, WHEEL SHIMMY NOTICED IN FIRST FEW DAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10794415","quote_1_text":"THE HIGH-PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO BUCK SUDDENLY AND STALL WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10875948","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A SUBURBAN ROAD, DRIVING FORWARD, WHEN IT DEVELOPED FORWARD/BUCKING MOTION BEFORE STALLING/STOPPING IN TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10345120","quote_3_text":"SUDDENLY, THE TRANSMISSION STOPS SHIFTING ALL TOGETHER AND ALL THE LIGHTS CAR'S DASHBOARD TURN ON BEFORE THE ENGINE SIMPLY SHUTS OFF I ROLL TO A HALT IN THE CENTER LANE OF THE WESTSIDE HIGHWAY AND USE THE BATTERY TO TURN ON MY HAZARD LIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11175841","quote_1_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION IS HORRIBLE I'M REFILLING A QUART OF OIL EVERY FEW HUNDRED MILES","quote_2_odi":"11004364","quote_2_text":"CAME INTO THE GARAGE IN THE MORNING AND REALIZED THERE WAS OIL ON THE GROUND","quote_3_odi":"10669177","quote_3_text":"THIS PAST FALL, AUDI REPLACED MY PISTONS AND RINGS DUE TO A FAILED OIL CONSUMPTION TEST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-steering-shudder-low-speed","label":"Steering wheel shudder and binding at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2009-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10304445","quote_1_text":"I EXPERIENCE SEVER SHAKING OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND WHEELS WHEN TURNING WHILE PARKED OR MOVING AT A SPEED BELOW 5MPH","quote_2_odi":"10329290","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOUD, GROANING NOISE FROM THE POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10700681","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO ROTATE BECAUSE OF A STRONG RESISTANCE TO ROTATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11040747","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I BOUGHT MY CAR IN FEBRUARY 2016, AND I STILL HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET MY DEADLY AIRBAG REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11128687","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN RECEIVING NOTIFICATIONS FOR THE TAKATA PSDI-5 DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR SINCE APRIL 2017 OR EARLIER, AND THERE IS STILL NOT A REMEDY FOR THIS","quote_3_odi":"10909573","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECENTLY LEARNED THAT BOTH MY DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE TAKATA AIRBAGS WERE RECALLED ON MY 2009 AUDI A4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10733773","quote_1_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING THE AUDI INTERFERENCE ENGINE TO BECOME OUT OF SYNC RESULTING IN THE ENGINE BECOMING TOTALED","quote_2_odi":"10746728","quote_2_text":"JULY 2015 TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING TIMING CHAIN TO JUMP AND DROP A VALVE","quote_3_odi":"11019928","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND HAD TO BE TOWED TO A GARAGE - IT DID NOT START AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10679550","quote_1_text":"THE COOLANT RESERVOIR WOULD EMPTY RESULTING IN THE COOLANT LIGHT COMING ON","quote_2_odi":"10877055","quote_2_text":"I QUESTIONED THE DEALER AND CALLED AN INDEPENDENT AUDI MECHANIC, BOTH SAID THE SAME THING, WE WERE LUCKY IT LASTED THIS LONG AUDI HAS KNOWN FROM THE BEGINNING THAT THIS WATER PUMP IS FLAWED AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED","quote_3_odi":"11132406","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WAS OVER HEATING DUE TO A WATER PUMP AND MY TIMING CHAIN IS GOING AND I GOT A RECALL LETTER 2 DAYS LATER ON THE TIMING CHAIN AND NOW MY ALTERNATOR IS GOING OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2009-wiper-blade-freezing","label":"Windshield wiper blade freezing in winter conditions","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2010-12","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10370740","quote_1_text":"THE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES ON MY CAR ARE HORRIBLE. THEY'RE VERY FLIMSY AND THIN","quote_2_odi":"10298240","quote_2_text":"THE WIPER BLADES ON 2009+ MODEL YEAR AUDI A4 HAVE A CHANNEL ON THE TOP SURFACE THAT COLLECTS LIQUID/ICY SLUSH AND IN FREEZING CONDITIONS THAT LIQUID FREEZES MAKING THE BLADE RIGID AND INCAPABLE OF CLEARING THE GLASS RESULTING IN ZERO VISIBILITY","quote_3_odi":"10370307","quote_3_text":"OEM WIPERS PROVIDED BY AUDI ON 2008.5 A4 MODEL YEAR ONWARDS FILL WITH WATER/SLUSH AND FREEZE SOLID IN THE WINTER RENDERING THEM USELESS AND CREATING SIGNIFICANT DRIVING HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2010-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10407141","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS BUT THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11139101","quote_2_text":"CAR RANDOMLY SHUT OFF AFTER MAKING A QUICK TURN CAUSING IT TO LOSE POWER AND STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BEFORE THE CAR COMPLETELY TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"10360101","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND MAKING A TURN, THE VEHCLE LOST POWER. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FUNCTION PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2010-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10940287","quote_1_text":"HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION FROM FAULTY PISTONS AND PISTON RINGS LEADING TO CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. BROKE EXHAUST VALVE AT HIGHWAY SPEED WHILE ON INTERSTATE. AUDI AWARE OF DEFECTS BUT DENIES RESPONSIBILITY. THEY REFUSED MULTIPLE REASONABLE REQUESTS FOR HELP IN REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"11003991","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ENGINE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10678746","quote_3_text":"ADD OIL WARNING LIGHT ON. THE CAR TELLS ME TO ADD 1 QUARTS OIL EVERY 200-300 MILES. CAR HAS A KNOWN EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE BECAUSE AUDI MADE BAD BATCH OF PISTON RINGS ON ENGINE CODE CAE AND THEY REFUSE TO ADMIT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2010-steering-suspension","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10898996","quote_1_text":"A BENT STEERING SHAFT WAS NOT KNOWN UNDER NORMAL OPERATING CONDITIONS. THIS BENT SHAFT PUT EXCESSIVE STRAIN ON THE POWER STEERING PUMP, WHICH CAUSES FAILURE AT SPEED WITHOUT ANY SIGNS OF IT FAILING","quote_2_odi":"11322887","quote_2_text":"THE COIL SPRINGS BROKE ON THIS VEHICLE ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE WHILE IT WAS BEING DRIVEN BY MY HUSBAND ON 7/24/19. THE LEFT REAR COIL SPRING BROKE WHILE I WAS TURNING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY ON 4/21/20","quote_3_odi":"11431904","quote_3_text":"I have current issue with my Audi A4 steering rack where im driving it randomly it pull up one side or the other i have looked up that issues with the Audi A4 and alot of people are having steering rack failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11074036","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE AND STALL ON CITY ROAD INTERSECTION FULL OF TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11074584","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. CAUSING SIGNIFICANT ENGINE DAMAGE","quote_3_odi":"11041670","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE TIMING CHAIN TO JUMP, THROWING THE PISTONS OUT OF SYNC, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE VALVES. THIS OCCURRED WHEN FIRST STARTING THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10413792","quote_1_text":"DRIVING TO WORK ON A COUNTRY ROADWAY, PASSED A VEHICLE AND BEGAN TO PULL BACK INTO MY LANE, RELEASING THE GAS PEDAL, BUT THE AUDI 2010 A4 CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE EVEN AFTER BRAKING, SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 85-90 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10496522","quote_2_text":"DURING AN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE THE GAS PEDAL WAS PUSHED TO THE FLOOR (AUDI A4 '10) AND REMAINED STUCK TO THE FLOOR EVEN AFTER THE FOOT WAS REMOVED. THE CAR HAS A MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WAS SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AT THIS TIME","quote_3_odi":"10299869","quote_3_text":"THE 2010 AUDI A4 2.0T WHICH I LEASED LUNGES FORWARD EVERY TIME IT IS DOWN SHIFTED IN TRIPTRONIC MODE (MANUALLY SHIFTING THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-clutch-failure","label":"Clutch failure during highway driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2013-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10557149","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH ON AN INCLINE THE CLUTCH FAILED IN SIXTH GEAR. THE CONTACT DOWN SHIFT THE CLUTCH AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE CLUTCH WAS DEFECTIVE AND","quote_2_odi":"10544012","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TWO INSTANCES OF \"SUDDEN CLUTCH FAILURE\", THE FIRST AT 4,800 MILES, THE SECOND AT 31,000 MILES. I WAS TRAVELING ON I-80 WHEN SUDDENLY THE CLUTCH STARTED SLIPPING AND THEN BURNED OUT, LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SHOULDER. ACCORDING TO AUDI OF OAKLAND, THE CLUTCH FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption requiring added oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11067271","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AND THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_2_odi":"10928439","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2011 AUDI A4. I PURCHASED THE CAR IN 2013. IT WAS OKAY WITH OIL FOR A YEAR BUT AFTER THAT I NOTICED IT WOULD NEED OIL MORE OFTEN THAN BEFORE. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP EVERY TIME IT NEEDED OIL, WHICH WAS AROUND 900 MILES DRIVEN, AND THE DEALER TOLD US IT WAS NORMAL. AS","quote_3_odi":"11118603","quote_3_text":"HELLO. THIS MODEL OF AUDI A4 2.0T 2011 HASE A BIG PROBLEM WITH OIL CONSUMPTION WHICH I THINK IS A THING THAT THE NHTSA NEEDS TO LOOK IN TO. FOR EXAMPLE : I DRIVE THE CAR 500 MILES AND THE OIL LIGHT COMES UP AND IS ASKING FOR 1QT OF OIL WHICH I THINK IS ABSOLUTELY NOT NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10871837","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON, HAS HAPPENED (AT LEAST 6 TIMES) AT SPEEDS OF 5MPH TO 65MPH (MOST RECENT INSTANCE, ON MAY 31, 2016). VERY SCARY AND DANGEROUS. RANDOM EVENT. CAR WILL RESTART AND RUN FINE FOR DAYS TO MONTHS. FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED BUT NOT","quote_2_odi":"10852082","quote_2_text":"2 INCIDENTS OF TOTAL LOSS OF POWER INCLUDING STEERING. TWICE IN THE LAST YEAR TRAVELING NORMALLY AT LOW SPEED THE CAR CEASED TO FUNCTION. TODAY I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 25 MPH TAKING A SLIGHT RIGHT HAND CURVE WHEN THE CAR DIED. I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED. POWER WAS LOST AND I HAD","quote_3_odi":"10872194","quote_3_text":"FOLLOW UP TO COMPLAINT 10852082. ONCE AGAIN MY CAR LOST ALL POWER INCLUDING POWER STEERING, THIS TIME IN THE MIDDLE OF MULTIPLE LANES OF FAST MOVING TRAFFIC. AFTER THE FIRST TWO TIMES, THE DEFECT WAS NOT IDENTIFIED BY THE DEALER. THIS TIME, AS I BROUGHT THE CAR IN RIGHT AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-steering-failure","label":"Steering assist failure or lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11205890","quote_1_text":"AS I AM MAKING A TURN ONTO ANOTHER STREET IN TOWN MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP, WHEN I COMPLETE A TURN IT WON'T WALK IT'S WAY BACK AROUND, YOU HAVE TO FORCE IT AROUND. I HAVE NEVER FELT SOMETHING LIKE THIS BEFORE, IT IS DEFINITELY A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11183697","quote_2_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING CAUSING UNSAFE INSTABILITY ON FREEWAYS. INTERMITTENTLY THE POWER STEERING ASSIST IS FAILING INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING THE DRIVER TO APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL BUT SOON AFTER THIS THE POWER STEERING ASSIST COMES BACK ON AND HENCE","quote_3_odi":"11001488","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON I75 IN FLORIDA AT 70 MPH ON JUNE 18, 2017, THE STEERING SUDDENLY FAILED. I MANAGED TO KEEP CONTROL AND GET THE CAR HOME WITH STRONG PHYSICAL EFFORT IN KEEPING THE STEERING STRAIGHT. I TOOK CAR TO AUDI NAPLES ON MONDAY JUNE 19, 2017. I WAS TOLD THE ENTIRE RACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain or belt failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10915384","quote_1_text":"TIMING BELT TENSIONER FAILING AT UNDER 70K MILES BUT AUDI SUGGESTS THAT NO NEED TO PERFORM ANY TIMING BELT RELATED WORK BEFORE 120K MILES. THIS CAUSES CATASTROPHIC FAILURE ON THE ENGINE AND ENTIRE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REBUILT OR REPLACED. THERE ARE SEVERAL LAWSUITS AND COMPLAINTS","quote_2_odi":"11030257","quote_2_text":"THIS PAST SUNDAY, MY AUDI SELF-ACCELERATED IN BUSY TRAFFIC. ONLY BECAUSE I DRIVE A MANUAL WAS I ABLE TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT. I HAD THE CAR TOWED FROM SACRAMENTO CA TO AUDI OAKLAND. THEY DIAGNOSED IT SAYING THE PISTON BLEW THREW THE ENGINE, DEPRESSURIZING THE ENGINE. THEY CLAIM","quote_3_odi":"11222952","quote_3_text":"IT APPEARS THAT DUE TO A MANUFACTURING/ENGINEERING DEFECT, THE TIMING CHAIN ON CERTAIN AUDI AND VOLKSWAGEN MODELS FAILS AFTER A CERTAIN NUMBER OF MILES. THIS TIMING CHAIN FAILURE HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO CAUSE SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE, IN MANY CASES REQUIRING A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2011-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in cabin or engine bay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11241009","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS PARKED OUTSIDE OUR APARTMENT BUILDING. IT WAS OFF AND HADN'T BEEN DRIVEN IN OVER 20HRS. AT 11AM A FIRE BROKE OUT IN THE REAR DRIVER SIDE SEAT. FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED PUT OUT THE FIRE, SAID IT WAS NOT ARSON BUT RATHER ELECTRICAL ISSUE. THE CAR FRONT DASH WAS PARTIALLY","quote_2_odi":"10565286","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TWENTY MINUTES LATER, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2012-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction and intermittent shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11241469","quote_1_text":"AFTER A FAILED ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY WERE REPLACED MY ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FREAKED OUT. 60,000MI ON THE DASH, AND MY CAR IS A BRICK","quote_2_odi":"11218134","quote_2_text":"CAR HAS BEEN INTERMITTENTLY SHUTTING DOWN WHILE DRIVING. AND STARTING UP THE CAR HAS BECOME MORE AND MORE RANDOMLY JUSTIFIED","quote_3_odi":"10564936","quote_3_text":"2012 AUDI A4 AVANT WITH 55,000 MILES AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH, MECHANISM AND SENSOR ARE INTERMITTENTLY FAILING. CENTRAL LOCKING THINKS DOOR IS OPEN, DOME LIGHTS AND DOOR AJAR CHIME CONSTANTLY TURNING OFF AND ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2012-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11192438","quote_1_text":"THIS CAR HAS A MASSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE. A WEEK AFTER HAVING AN OIL CHANGE THE LOW OIL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER APPROXIMATE 150 MILES OF DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11145285","quote_2_text":"2012 AUDI A4 QUATTRO USES (BURNS) AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL, CONSTANTLY HAVING TO ADD MOTOR OIL. MUST ADD A QUART OF OIL ON A MONTHLY BASIS AND DRIVING LESS THAN 1,000 PER MONTH","quote_3_odi":"11144723","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUES, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND AUDI WANTS TO CHARGE ME $12,000 TO REPAIR THE OIL CONSUMPTION DUE TO THEIR BEING DAMAGE TO MY PISTON RINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2012-steering-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration and shimmy","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11111303","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING MY CPO AUDI WITH EXTENDED MAINTENANCE PACKAGE & I HAVE IMMACULATE REPAIR RECORDS. IT'S GLARINGLY CLEAR NOW THAT THE DEALERSHIP AVOIDED DIAGNOSISING MY REPEATED COMPLAINTS ABOUT STEERING VIBRATION FEEDBACK","quote_2_odi":"10816264","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES/VIBRATES. THE VIBRATION IS VERY NOTICEABLE AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS BEING TURNED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2012-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11073235","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING CHAIN TO SLIP AND IMMEDIATE ENGINE STOPPAGE","quote_2_odi":"11012148","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING ENGINE DAMAGE AND ALMOST CAUSED A SEVERE ACCIDENT. WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE LOST ALMOST ALL POWER AND DECELERATED TO A 15 MPH PACE ON MAJOR STREET WITH 45 MPH SPEED LIMIT","quote_3_odi":"11130770","quote_3_text":"WE WERE JUST INFORMED OF A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT INVOLVING TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER FAILURE. THIS FAILURE COULD CAUSE CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STOP POSSIBLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND HARM TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11016424","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - REARENDED A STOPPED TRUCK AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH. CAR IS TOTALED. AIRBAGS DIDN'T GO OFF DESPITE MASSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11014681","quote_2_text":"REAR ENDED A TRUCK AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON A HIGHWAY AND AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10705548","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WAS ERRATIC AND NO LONGER CENTERED. THE CONTACT HEARD A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL PRIOR TO THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-coolant-pump-fire-recall","label":"After-run coolant pump fire and cooling failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596572","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Audi A4. The contact stated that his grandson was driving at an undisclosed speed when he heard a loud unidentified sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11726906","quote_2_text":"After run collant pump caught fire and damaged the engine wiring harness. I reported it to progressive insurance and they came and inspected it at a body shop. They concluded it was due to an open recall on the vehicle so insurance refuses to cover it","quote_3_odi":"11180956","quote_3_text":"YOU KNOW OF THE ISSUE I AM WRITING ABOUT, AS I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM AUDI IN JUNE 2018 TELLING ME ABOUT RECALL 19N4, THE AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP. THE LETTER SAID TO PARK OUTSIDE, NOT IN A GARAGE, UNTIL FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11283102","quote_1_text":"MY CAR STARTED TO SMELL LIKE GAS INSIDE, AND IT WAS A VERY STRONG ODOR. I WENT TO AN AUOZONE TO GET A DIAGNOSTIC, IN THE SYSTEM IT HAD SAID IT WAS A VERY SMALL GAS LEAK AND THAT IT WOULD HAVE BEEN OKAY TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11288494","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A4. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11011564","quote_3_text":"MY CAR DEVELOPED A FUEL TANK LEAK SPONTANEOUSLY. I NOTICED THAT AFTER FILLING MY TANK AND ONLY DRIVING 100MILES BACK AND FORTH FROM WORK OVER 2-3 DAYS THE I HAD TO REFUEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-notchy-power-steering-feel","label":"Notchy electric power steering feel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10495251","quote_1_text":"AT ANY SPEED, MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL THROUGH CENTER PRESENTS A \"NOTCHY\" FEEL, WHERE RESISTANCE IS FELT AND THEN THE WHEEL JUMPS TO ANOTHER POSITION. THESE \"NOTCHES\" ARE FELT THROUGH ABOUT 10-20 DEGREES OFF CENTER","quote_2_odi":"10573003","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING DEVELOPED AN INTERMITTENT NOTCHY FEEL DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING WITHIN THE FIRST 1600 MILES. THE STEERING WHEEL FEELS A BIT LIKE THE VOLUME KNOB ON THE RADIO AND \"CLICKS\" FROM ONE POSITION TO THE NEXT","quote_3_odi":"10872590","quote_3_text":"AUDI A4 2013. THE CAR WILL NOT STAY CENTERED IN THE LANE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT WANDERS OFF CENTER WITHOUT ANY CHANGE IN THE ROAD OR POSITION OF THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-power-steering-lockup-failure","label":"Electric power steering lockup or failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11084524","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 AUDI A4 QUATTRO HAS 52,346 MILES. THIS WEEK, WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, I EXPERIENCED SIGNIFICANT RESTRICTION IN THE STEERING WHILE TURNING THE WHEEL TO CHANGE LANES AND MAKE TURNS RIGHT AND LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11174925","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RANDOMLY BECOMES INOPERABLE LEADING TO HARD STEERING OR WHEELS NOT RETURNING TO CENTER. FEEL CAN BE NOTCHY WHERE STEERING ASSIST IS INCONSISTENT AS A FUNCTION OF STEERING WHEEL POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11096432","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT ROAD SPEED (30MPH) STEERING LOCKED UP, NO WARNING. IT WAS AS IF POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion under plastic trim covers","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11651333","quote_1_text":"Excessive abnormal corrosion of rear subframe","quote_2_odi":"11643895","quote_2_text":"Audi installed plastic covers over sections of the subframe on allroad, Q5 models, and other models. These covers held in water and salt causing severe rusting and corrosion of the rear subframe","quote_3_odi":"11752972","quote_3_text":"The rear carrier frame has rusted through. There are trim pieces that are attached to the frame , they trap and hold moisture and salt like a cup under the frame, not visible during a regular inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-timing-chain-oil-consumption","label":"Timing chain failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11253286","quote_1_text":"ENGINE AT 39,600 MILES. HAD AN OIL CHANGE PERFORMED AT 37,000 MILES. CAR THREW ROD INTO ENGINE BLOCK RESULTING IN TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11476041","quote_2_text":"I have a 2013 Audi A4 2.0. I was driving home at night close to my home and the car started puttering and wouldn’t go and I found out that the timing chain had “jumped” and caused sudden engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11319206","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS BEEN BURNING THROUGH OIL. IT HAS BEEN REQUESTING A QUART OF OIL BE ADDED JUST ABOUT EVERY 500-700 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2013-transmission-hesitation-jerk","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerking on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10971778","quote_1_text":"I JUST BOUGHT AN 2013 AUDI A4 ON 4/6/17, I DROVE IT FOR A WEEK AND THE CAR STARTED TO GIVE ME TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION WARNING, THE CAR JERKS AND CLUNKS WHEN GOING FROM 1ST TO 2ND OR EVEN WHEN COMING TO A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11084289","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DOESN'T ENGAGE IMMEDIATE PROPULSION WHEN STARTING FROM A STOPPED POSITION. IT HESITATES, THEN JERKS, AND FINALLY DRIVES. IT IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY CONCERN WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10639236","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVEWAY IS ON A SLIGHT DOWN-SLOPE. WHEN PARKED THERE WITH MY AUDI A4 2.0T'S FRONT END FACING DOWN WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, I PUT MY AUDI IN REVERSE, MOVE MY FOOT FROM BRAKE TO THE GAS PEDAL AND ATTEMPT TO BACK UP THE DOWN-SLOPE, BUT MY AUDI AGGRESSIVELY ROLLS FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-airbag-issues","label":"Airbag deployment and occupant detection failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10653799","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDIO A4. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE WAITING TO TURN LEFT, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THROUGH THE LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10902954","quote_2_text":"MY AUDI A4 PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM IS NOT DETECTING AN ADULT PASSENGER WITHIN A RANGE OF 120 LBS SITTING STRAIGHT IN NORMAL POSITION AND THE AIRBAG STAYS OFF","quote_3_odi":"10654024","quote_3_text":"I AM FINDING THAT AUDI IS NOT HANDLING THE AIRBAG RECALL VERY DILIGENTLY. AUDI HAS MY NAME, MAIL ADDRESS, EMAIL ADDRESS AND CELL PHONE NUMBER AND HAS MADE NO EFFORTS TO CONTACT ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-coolant-pump-recall-fire","label":"Coolant pump overheating and fire risk","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11090166","quote_1_text":"ON 4/17/2018 I DROVE MY CAR FROM SAINT PETERSBURG , FLORIDA TO RUSKIN, FL, WHICH IS ABOUT 40 MILES ONE WAY. ON THE WAY BACK I WOULD SAY I DROVE ABOUT 28 MILES THEN SUDDENLY THE CAR STARTED SMOKING FROM THE FRONT & BACK OF CAR","quote_2_odi":"11131664","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A4. WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE AND OIL PRESSURE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE CONTACT CALLED HIS MECHANIC TO COME AND INSPECT THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11120768","quote_3_text":"THE WATER/COOLANT PUMP HAS FAILED 3 TIMES IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS LEAVING THE VEHICLE DISABLED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AFTER OVERHEATING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11271520","quote_1_text":"ON SATURDAY 10/26/2019 AS I LEFT MY OFFICE TO HEAD HOME THAT DAY FROM WORK MY EPC LIGHT AND ENGINE MIL LIGHT IN MY DASHBOARD CAME ON AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START","quote_2_odi":"11482567","quote_2_text":"Driving on a two lane busy road, car started to jerk and shut down. Lost steering capability immediately, car veered toward ditch, stopped","quote_3_odi":"11255768","quote_3_text":"THIS IS THE 4TH TIME I WILL HAVE TO REPLACE MY GAS PUMP AND /OR MY 3RD ENGINE IN MY 2014 AUDI A4. MY EPC LIGHT TURNS ON THEN MY CAR VIOLENTLY SHAKES AND THEN IT CUTS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston/ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11639781","quote_1_text":"Hi My name is [XXX] and I have an 2014 Audi A4 that has been consuming to much oil ever since I bought it . I see the vehicles contained defective pistons that caused excessive oil consumption. Can you please help with this ?","quote_2_odi":"11376353","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS NEEDING A QUART OF OIL EVERY 300-400 MILES. IT'S A 6 YEAR OLD CAR, THERE IS SOMETHING SERIOUSLY WRONG WITH AUDI ENGINE DESIGN. A QUART OF OIL EVERY 300-400 MILES IS COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE","quote_3_odi":"10968340","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A4. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE. THE DEALER DETERMINED THAT THE PISTONS IN THE ENGINE LOST COMPRESSION AND THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-steering-failure-lockup","label":"Power steering rack stiffness and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11109621","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A4. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING WOULD SUDDENLY FAIL. DURING THE FAILURE, THE MESSAGE \"STEERING DEFECTIVE DO NOT DRIVE\" WOULD DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"11403177","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING LOCKS UP OUT OF NO WERE WHILE DRIVING MAKING IT SEEM LIKE POWER STEERING FAILURE AND GIVES YOU A STUCK THEN LET GO FEELING","quote_3_odi":"11362097","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE ALL OF A SUDDEN HAD A WARNING LIGHT WITH THE STEERING WHILE DRIVING AND WHEEL STOPPED TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-steering-wander","label":"Electromechanical steering wander at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10556552","quote_1_text":"MY NEW 2014 AUDI A4 QUATTRO PREMIUM PLUS HAS A SEVERE AND EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS STEERING ISSUE WHERE THE CAR DRIFTS LEFT TO RIGHT AND RIGHT TO LEFT AT ALL SPEEDS BUT IS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THIS CAR IS A HAZARD TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10569246","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLES ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING SYSTEM WILL NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE IN A STRAIGHT LINE. THE STEERING WANDERS EXTREMELY BAD WHEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11089087","quote_3_text":"MY A4 CONSTANTLY PULLS TO THE RIGHT. I HAVE REPLACED THE TIRES, THE ROTORS AND BRAKES, AND HAD AUDI DO AN ALIGNMENT. THE VEHICLE STILL PULLS TO THE RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2014-sunroof-failure","label":"Sunroof shattering and water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11528827","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway and my sunroof suddenly exploded randomly. No signs of anything hitting it at all","quote_2_odi":"11176231","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF/MOONROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11432744","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi A4 Allroad. The contact stated that water had leaked into several electrical components including the back-up camera and the sound system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11374934","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, SHE ATTEMPTED TO AVOID HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT HAD DARTED IN FRONT OF HER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10662269","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 65MPH ON THE FREEWAY WHEN ANOTHER CAR SWERVED AND CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF MY CAR, THEN SENDING ME INTO THE CEMENT DIVIDING WALL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE AT 65MPH. BOTH SIDES OF MY CAR, AND THE FRONT OF MY CAR WERE BADLY DAMAGED","quote_3_odi":"11140093","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON OCTOBER 11, 2018 IN BALTIMORE CITY. ANOTHER CAR MADE AN ILLEGAL LEFT TURN IN FRONT OF ME WHEN I HAD THE GREEN LIGHT AND MY CAR HIT THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE OTHER CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2015-coolant-pump-recall-delay","label":"Turbocharger coolant pump recall repair delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11176209","quote_1_text":"AUDI SAFETY RECALL 19N4-ELECTRIC (AFTER RUN) COOLANT PUMP. I HAVE BEEN WAITING NOW ABOUT 6 MONTHS FOR A NEW PUMP TO BE AVAILABLE FROM AUDI TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE COOLING PUMP, THAT IS TO COOL THE TURBOCHARGER AFTER THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"11132969","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11105181","quote_3_text":"SAFETY RECALL 19N4 AUDI RECOMMENDS PARKING CAR OUTDOORS DUE TO FIRE HAZARD. OUR CONDO'S PARKING IS INSIDE THE BUILDING THAT HOUSES BOTH RESIDENTS AND HOTEL QUESTS, WITH NO OUTSIDE PARKING AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2015-oil-consumption-piston-ring","label":"Excessive oil consumption and piston ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11750557","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption is extremely high this vehicle burns way to much oil in short amount of time. Oil has to be added every 300 to 400 miles and there are no leaks present","quote_2_odi":"11643289","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has an oil consumption issue whereby I top off the oil in about every 400 miles. The dealership indicated that this is a known problem with Audi. The issue first started with warnings that engine is overheating and with further warnings that oil level is low","quote_3_odi":"11629116","quote_3_text":"No 3 cylinder piston ring failure .Loss of compression","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2015-steering-stiffness-lockup","label":"Steering resistance or lockup while turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11172007","quote_1_text":"STEERING SHAFT IS FAULTY. WHEN DRIVING THIS CAR, ESPECIALLY AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE STEERING IS EXTREMELY UNPREDICTABLE. AT LOWER SPEEDS, THE STEERING IS NOTCHY, YOU CAN'T SEEM TO FIND \"CENTER\" AND CONSTANTLY HAVE TO ADJUST THE STEERING WHEEL TO REMAIN STRAIGHT ON THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11080918","quote_2_text":"STEERING IS LOCKING UP/BECOMES HARD TO TURN WHILE DRIVING. THIS ALMOST CAUSE ME TO CRASH AS I COULD NOT TURN EASILY IN AN INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"11190884","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED THE STEERING STARTED GETTING HARD TO TURN. I TOOK TO AUDI DEALER THEY SAID IT WAS FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2015-transmission-rollaway","label":"Transmission fails to engage or vehicle rolls unintended","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10679670","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11057690","quote_2_text":"I HAVE NOTICED AT TIMES WHEN THE VEHICLE IN PUT INTO REVERSE GEAR THE VEHICLE INTERMITTANLY FAILS TO MOVE","quote_3_odi":"10908783","quote_3_text":"S TIMES NOW, THE VEHICLE INTERMITTANLY FAILS TO MOVE WHEN PLACED IN GEAR, REVERSE OR DRIVE. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE UNDERWAY, TRANSMISSION \"BUCKS\" AND IN SOME INSTANCES, ACCELERATES RAPIDLY WITH MIMINAL ACCLERATION AT ACCELRATOR PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"a4-2016-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed throttle response from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10927898","quote_1_text":"WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE TO ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A COMPLETE STOP, & INPUTTING A SIGNIFICANT TROTTLE DEMAND, USUALLY ENGINE DOES NOT ACCELERATE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS (SOMETIMES IT ACCELERATES NORMALLY. THIS IS NOT TURBO LAG)","quote_2_odi":"11110017","quote_2_text":"WHEN STEPPING ON THE GAS ON MY AUDI IT TAKES A WHILE TO GO IT FEELS LIKE IT HAS NO POWER IT ALSO HAS BEEN SHAKING REALLY BAD ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING UP HILL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"a4-2016-engine-cooling-recall-fire","label":"Engine cooling recall fire risk unrepaired","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11103075","quote_1_text":"SAFETY RECALL 19N4 THIS RECALL STATES THAT THE CAR CAN GO ON FIRE BUT THEY AREN'T REPLACING THE PART TILL NOVEMBER OR DECEMBER. THEY SUGGEST PARKING OUTSIDE AND AWAY FROM PROPERTY WHICH ISN'T AN OPTION FOR ME","quote_2_odi":"11111182","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"a4-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11550868","quote_1_text":"Car has 69,700 miles. All Audi suggested maintenance has been done. Synthetic oil changed every 5,000 miles (more frequently than Audi 10,000 mile recommendation). At 60,000 mile oil change, engine used 1 qt of oil. At 65,000 miles engine used 2 qts oil","quote_2_odi":"11337731","quote_2_text":"ONLY 500 MILES FOLLOWING AN AUDI OIL CHANGE, THE OIL SENSOR LIGHT WENT OFF NOTIFYING US TO ADD ONE QUART OF OIL. WE ADDED ONE QUART OF OIL AND CONTINUED DRIVING AND THEN THE LIGHT WENT OFF AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"a4-2016-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump leaks after replacement","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11235269","quote_1_text":"INITIALLY MY FUEL PUMP BEGAN LEAKING FUEL. TWO WEEKS AFTER REPLACEMENT, THE NEW AUDI FACTORY FUEL PUMP BEGAN LEAKING AGAIN AND HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11228302","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP BEGAN LEAKING AT 55,000 MILE MARK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"a4-2016-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11088990","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING BECAME DEFECTIVE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 75 MPH. THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT, NEARLY CAUSING A HIGH SPEED COLLISION WITH A SEMI","quote_2_odi":"11423011","quote_2_text":"Rubber boot around the electronic steering rack wore out after only 30k miles. This has caused no warning lights, and very dangerous behaviour from the steering mechanisms. To include the steering wheel locking up mid turn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-bo-door-trim-cuts","label":"Bang & Olufsen door trim detaching with sharp edges","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11033873","quote_1_text":"A SHARP PIECE OF METAL TRIM LABELED \"BANG & OLUFSON\" (SEE PHOTO) HAD SEMI-DETACHED FROM THE DOOR PANEL AND LACERATED HER FOOT, PIERCING THROUGH HER FOOT AND COMING OUT BETWEEN HER TOES","quote_2_odi":"11415278","quote_2_text":"BANG & OLUFSEN TRIM ON FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR IS PEELING OFF AND HAS CUT ME A COUPLE OF TIMES. I TRY AND PUSH IT BACK ONTO THE DOOR, BUT IT KEEPS POPPING OFF. IT IS VERY SHARP","quote_3_odi":"11397233","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A RECALL ON SOME AUDI FOR THE TRIM ON THE BANG & OLUFSEN SPEAKERS. MINE ARE COMING OFF AS WELL AND ARE VERY SHARP AND CAN INJURE/CUT YOU VERY EASILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-coolant-thermostat-leak","label":"Coolant leak from thermostat housing or water pump","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11496622","quote_1_text":"Symptom of low coolant in overflow reservoir; below minimum line. Pressure test concluded leak in thermostat/water pump part","quote_2_odi":"11439022","quote_2_text":"This car has a KNOWN issue with the water pump housing leaking well before the expected lifespan of said part/gasket and Audi has not issued a TSB regarding it","quote_3_odi":"11394694","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE IS LEAKING COOLANT. EVERY 8-10K MILES IT GOES BELOW NORMAL LEVEL IN RESERVOIR . THERE IS A DISTINCT ODOR OF COOLANT EACH TIME I GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-pods-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11255799","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY EXPERIENCED THE ISSUE WITH MY 2017 AUDI A4 IN WHICH THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM HAS BECOME FAULTY. AS A RESULT OF THIS ISSUE, MY PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL SHUT OFF AS IT IS NOT DETECTING A PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE EVEN WHEN ONE IS PRESENT","quote_2_odi":"11434300","quote_2_text":"The passenger side air bag warning light and/or passenger seat sensor mat has failed 3 times (twice since we've owned the car and once before)","quote_3_odi":"11183314","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON IN DASH AND CHIME CONTINUOUSLY GOES OFF AT VARIOUS TIMES (WHILE STATIONARY OR DRIVING) - WITH OR WITHOUT PASSENGER IN SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering or exploding","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11033486","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON SAN MATEO BRIDGE AROUND 5PM THE SUN ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WITH A HUGE BANG SOUND. THE CAR WAS MOVING AT ABOUT 70 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11466161","quote_2_text":"While dropping off a passenger at a store front during a rain storm and a few seconds after the passenger exited the vehicle the sunroof glass exploded upward spontaneously!","quote_3_odi":"11202837","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A4. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND UNOCCUPIED, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-takata-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11005308","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL -- AUDI ISSUED THE RECALL IN JAN 2017 AND STILL DOES NOT HAVE REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10972205","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V955000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10968976","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V955000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELT) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2017-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11173990","quote_1_text":"CPSC: DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH, SIDEWALL BLEW OUT ON TIRE. PIRELLI CINTURATO P7, 245/40R18. THIS IS THIRD TIRE IN A SET OF 4 TO FAIL ON AN AUDI A4, 2017 MODEL","quote_2_odi":"11064297","quote_2_text":"I HAD TWO TIRE SIDE WALL DEFECTS THAT RESULTED IN \"BALLOONING\" OF THE SIDE OF THE TIRE. THE TIRES ARE PIRELLI 245/40/ R-18. THE CAR HAS 12,500 MILES ONLY","quote_3_odi":"11426691","quote_3_text":"While driving on Interstate at normal speed the tire pressure light for the driver rear came on. There was no road debris or road hazard material present","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-airbag-recall-incomplete","label":"Passenger airbag occupant-detection recall incomplete","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11747852","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is subject to a Passenger Occupant Detection System / PODS safety recall involving the front passenger seat occupant-detection system and passenger airbag status","quote_2_odi":"11524991","quote_2_text":"I first received notice of this recall in 1/22. My Audi dealer has continuously stated that Audi does not send them enough kits to remedy this recall","quote_3_odi":"11511483","quote_3_text":"After dealership did the second repair to the airbag recall, the airbag light came on and has been on solid","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11741957","quote_1_text":"I am reporting recurring safety-related defects on my 2018 Audi A4 involving Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, Audi pre sense/front-collision functionality, and related electrical/driver-assistance reliability","quote_2_odi":"11471528","quote_2_text":"The Audi Pre-sense engaged on 3 occasions going 50+ mph bringing the car to a complete stop when there was nothing in front if it and a car right behind me","quote_3_odi":"11469403","quote_3_text":"The forward collision warning system (Audi PreSense) identified a shadow from an overpass as another car and alerted me to use the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-mmi-spontaneous-restart","label":"MMI infotainment spontaneous restart","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11684505","quote_1_text":"My car's MMI keeps restarting while driving which affects the rear view camera and while backing up it can restart and go completely blank","quote_2_odi":"11675417","quote_2_text":"The Audi MMI system began to spontaneously restart while driving after owning the car for a couple of years","quote_3_odi":"11702346","quote_3_text":"My screen turns on and off consistently not allowing me to use my backup camera. Causing a small collision while backing up when the camera turned off unexpectedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-powertrain-component-failure","label":"Powertrain component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11747862","quote_1_text":"A vehicle diagnostic scan dated 04/15/2026 at approximately 88,502 miles showed a stored transmission electronics fault: P084100, described as “Transmission fluid pressure sensor/switch A range/performance,” with status listed as passive/sporadic","quote_2_odi":"11547846","quote_2_text":"The all-wheel-drive clutch in the vehicle had to be replaced. The symptoms were heavy vibrations or thumping when starting to drive forward from a stop with the wheels turned in either direction","quote_3_odi":"11539793","quote_3_text":"While driving there was an internal failure of the front differential which caused debris to fly out and the debris then punctured the transmission according to the diagnosis on an Audi dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-rear-camera-malfunction","label":"Rear-view camera intermittent malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11747799","quote_1_text":"The rear-view camera intermittently fails to engage when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. When the camera does display, the image sometimes shows horizontal glitch lines/artifacts","quote_2_odi":"11709539","quote_2_text":"When reversing, at times the back up camera does not function properly. During these times, the parking sensors appear to work, but it's unclear if the emergency reverse automatic braking system is working","quote_3_odi":"11515996","quote_3_text":"The rear view camera does not activate when using the parking assist or when reversing. The sensors are still functioning as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2018-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11717605","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Audi A4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was fluid leaking from the front of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11489365","quote_2_text":"Water Pump prematurely failed. Upon self inspection, I noticed the coolant reservoir was below the minimum requirements","quote_3_odi":"11452846","quote_3_text":"I received a message on my dashboard to turn the engine off and check the coolant when starting the vehicle each morning for the last two days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2020-front-suspension-recall","label":"Front suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11728966","quote_1_text":"Since I purchase my vehicle I have had to continuously replace my tires on the front. Going through my carfax acct I came across some recalls that showed up that I had no idea of the car may had which was prior to purchase from the dealers","quote_2_odi":"11456332","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A4. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking space, there was big rock next to the bumper on the front passenger's side of the vehicle and there was a scallop area with stones next to the passenger's side of the vehicle as well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2020-mmi-infotainment-reboot","label":"MMI infotainment system spontaneous reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":119,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11674591","quote_1_text":"MMI system in 2020 Audi A4 keeps blacking out and constantly rebooting while driving. This issue happens while going in reverse, which crashes the backup camera and triggers a safety warning in the car","quote_2_odi":"11670633","quote_2_text":"The MMI (multi-media interface) frequently reboots during driving, resulting in a black screen and the inoperability of key systems such as the backup camera, rear obstacle detection, navigation, and cell phone tethering (for hands-free operation)","quote_3_odi":"11675268","quote_3_text":"Audi MMI (computer that controls radio, backup cameras and sensors) is rebooting constantly without warning. When this occurs and the driver is in reverse, the camera shuts down, as do the backup related safety systems, collision warning, rear cross traffic etc","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4","model_slug":"a4","cluster_id":"audi-a4-2020-sos-emergency-call-failure","label":"SOS emergency call module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11756226","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message SOS module no longer connected was displayed on the instrument panel, and the vehicle failed to shut off","quote_2_odi":"11755871","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A4. The contact stated that the emergency-call/communication system was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11494850","quote_3_text":"Emergency Call SOS module function is inoperative. Cannot use the SOS function and hands-free cell phone use through Bluetooth is also inoperative","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4 allroad","model_slug":"a4-allroad","cluster_id":"a4-allroad-2020-mmi-infotainment-reboot","label":"MMI infotainment system spontaneous reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":148,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11674965","quote_1_text":"The multi media screen is turning on and off repeatedly and will not stay on for more than about 2 minutes. Blacks out reverse camera as well hindering the safety of reversing. Makes the reverse un usable most times","quote_2_odi":"11670797","quote_2_text":"The Multi Media Display (MMI) continually resets while reversing which causes the back up camera to turn completely off. This also happens intermittently while driving","quote_3_odi":"11668772","quote_3_text":"The Audi MMI (Multi Media Interface) system will continually shut down and Reset/reboot while driving. It will happen sometimes 3-4 time within a 20 minute drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a4-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A4 allroad","model_slug":"a4-allroad","cluster_id":"a4-allroad-2020-sos-module-failure","label":"SOS emergency-call module failure","component_code":"COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11756226","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message SOS module no longer connected was displayed on the instrument panel, and the vehicle failed to shut off","quote_2_odi":"11755871","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A4. The contact stated that the emergency-call/communication system was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under TSB: 91-20-29; however, the software update was unsuccessful due to the module","quote_3_odi":"11494850","quote_3_text":"Emergency Call SOS module function is inoperative. Cannot use the SOS function and hands-free cell phone use through Bluetooth is also inoperative","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a4-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2010-control-arm-shake","label":"Front control arm shake at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2010-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10293904","quote_1_text":"AUDI A5 - 2010 MODELS. THESE CARS COME WITH FAULTY LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND BUSHINGS WHICH RESULTS IN SHAKING IN DRIVING FROM 60MPH TO 70MPH. I JUST BOUGHT A BRAND NEW CAR YESTERDAY TO BE EXACT, THE ENTIRE DRIVE HOME THE CAR SHOOK VIOLENTLY, THIS TYPE OF SHAKING CAN AND WILL CAUSE","quote_2_odi":"10346276","quote_2_text":"2010 AUDI A5 - THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY CAUSING CAR TO SHIFT FROM LANES AND DRIVE TO LOSE CONTROL. THE VEHICLE IS UNSTABLE TO DRIVE DUE TO POORLY MANUFACTURED CONTROL ARMS AND THE DEALER/MANUFACTURE REFUSES TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM. THE ISSUE HAS BEEN RAISED SINCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10596048","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SHAKING VIOLENTLY UPON STARTING AND WHEN DRIVING OVER 40 MPH. THE OIL AND ELECTROMAGNETIC PARKING SENSOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_2_odi":"11180634","quote_2_text":"INFERIOR PISTON RINGS BURNING OIL INSIDE THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11361935","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR USED AND WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH OF PURCHASE AND TO START PUTTING AN ADDITIONAL 1QT OF OIL ON EVERY 1000 MILES...NOW FEW MINTS LATER I HAVE TO DO THAT MORE OFTEN ON EVERY 500MILES... AND RECENTLY I HAD TO ADD COOLING AND NOW THIS HAS BEEN AN NEW ISSUE... MY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2010-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10917877","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A NOTICE IN FEBRUARY 2016 REGARDING THE RECALL BUT AS OF TODAY OCTOBER 21 I STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE REPAIR NOTICE. I HAVE CALLED NUMEROUS AUDI DEALERS AS WELL AS THE AUDI WORLDWIDE NUMBER WHO TOLD ME THEY DO NOT HAVE PARTS AND ARE WAITING. I ASKED","quote_2_odi":"11044307","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"11172847","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V082000 (AIR BAGS) IN JANUARY OF 2018. HOFFMAN AUDI OF EAST HARTFORD (700 CONNECTICUT BLVD, EAST HARTFORD, CT) STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10904826","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI A5. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE, EPC, AND ENGINE OIL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE","quote_2_odi":"11072850","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR (2010 AUDI A5), THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND WAS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE ON A STATE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND HAD TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER. IT WAS LATER TOWED TO AUDI OF NEW ORLEANS WHERE I LATER FOUND OUT THAT MY CAR NEEDED A","quote_3_odi":"11191567","quote_3_text":"IN THE BEGINNING OF THE WEEK I NOTICED SOME UNUSUAL BEHAVIOR WITH MY CAR, WHENEVER I SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A TURN OR TO PULL UP IN A GARAGE I FELT THE CAR LOOSING POWER AS IF IT WAS ABOUT TO GO OFF, I WILL THEN HAVE TO PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR TO GIVE IT POWER AND KEEP IT GOING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2010-wiper-icing-visibility","label":"Windshield wiper icing reduces visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2011-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10298512","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A SERIOUS DESIGN FLAW WITH THE 2010 AUDI A5 AND AS A RESULT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ARE UNRELIABLE IN SNOW AND RAIN CAUSING SEVERE RESTRICTIONS ON VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING. THERE ARE TWO ISSUES: 1.) THE AUTOMATIC RAIN SENSOR OVERRIDES DIRECT DRIVER INPUT SO THAT SOMETIMES","quote_2_odi":"10379849","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE A NEW A5 CONVERTIBLE AND USED IT IN SNOW FOR THE FIRST TIME TODAY. - WITHIN 3 MINUTES OF A LIGHT SNOWFALL THE WIPERS BEGAN TO ICE UP. THE DEFROSTER WAS ON HIGH WITH THE TEMPERATURE AT 80 WITH NO IMPROVEMENT. - WE HAD ZERO VISIBILITY - EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. - MY WIFE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2012-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and turbo/piston engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11697820","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 AUDI A5 HAS 155,000 MILES ON IT AND IT HAS HAD EVERY OIL CHANGE AND MAINTENANCE UP TO DATE , MY TURBOS AND PISTONS HAVE CAUSED COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WITH 0 COMPRESSION IN MY ONLY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11485780","quote_2_text":"2012 Audi a5 quattro burns oil every 100miles 5qt and does not allow a quick acceleration if trying to avoid an accident. The car misfires and shuts off while driving. No check engine light was on when it first did this. Mechanic was able to reproduce the same problem","quote_3_odi":"11477362","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Audi A5. The contact stated that the oil warning light illuminated while driving at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11257965","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V082000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_2_odi":"10937327","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. MY DEALER WOULD NOT TAKE MY VEHICLE BACK EVEN ON TRADE BECAUSE OF THE RECALL. THEY TOOK 5000 OFF THE VALUE OF MY CAR BECAUSE OF THIS RECALL AND ALTHOUGH THIS SAME AUDI DEAL DID ALL OF MY MAINTENANCE THEY NEVER TOLD ME ABOUT THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10903561","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I GOT A LETTER IN APRIL 2016 FROM AUDI ABOUT THE RECALL. THERE HAS BEEN NO FURTHER COMMUNICATION FROM AUDI. I HAVE SINCE CALLED AUDI USA AND MY DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES AND MY QUESTIONS GO UNANSWERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2012-water-coolant-pump-failure","label":"Water pump and coolant pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11292116","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A5. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE WATER PUMP WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11190648","quote_2_text":"OWNER OF 2012 AUDI A5 AND 2015 AUDI A4. JANUARY 2019 RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL LETTER REGARDING RECALL ON-ELECTRIC (AFTER-RUN) COOLANT PUMP CERTAIN 2012-2017 MODEL AUDI VEHICLES. AS 2ND OWNERS OF BOTH VEHICLES DO NOT HAVE ANY DOCUMENTATION OF BRAND NEW CARS","quote_3_odi":"11011896","quote_3_text":"AUDI ALONG WITH VOLKSWAGEN, EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.0L ENGINE HAS ONE OF THE HIGHEST WATET PUMP FAILURE RATE. I HAVE CONDUCTED SOME RESEARCH AND THERE IS NUMEROUS ACCOUNTS IN BLOGS/VLOGS AND YOUTUBE OF INDIVIDUALS GIVING PERSONAL STATEMENT ON THEIR \"WATER PUMP\" MISFORTUNE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-airbag-non-deployment-recall","label":"Airbag non-deployment and recall notice","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10979603","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT-COLLISION WITH A LIGHT POLE HEAD ON AIR BAG DID NOT INFLATE - CAR A TOTAL LOSS. DRIVER SUFFERED INJURIES. UPDATED 06/29/17*LJ *CN","quote_2_odi":"10671813","quote_2_text":"I WAS SENT A RECALL NOTICE FOR DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS. I LIVE ON NANTUCKET ISLAND AND THERE ARE NOT AUDI DEALERSHIPS HERE. I HAVE TO PUT MY CAR ON A FERRY IN ORDER TO GET THE AIRBAG PROBLEM CORRECTED. THE COST WAS 160 DOLLARS AND AUDI SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THAT AS IT IS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-coolant-pump-overheating-fire","label":"Coolant pump overheating and engine fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10980199","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 AUDI A5. WHILE PARKED AT HOME, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD WHERE IT WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A YEAR LATER, THE","quote_2_odi":"10992366","quote_2_text":"NHTSA RECALL 17V-002 COOLING PUMP OVERHEATING. ON FRIDAY MAY 26, 2017 ON ARE ABOUT 0645 I RECEIVED A CALL FROM THE BASE POLICE STATING THAT MY CAR WAS ON FIRE IN THE PARKING LOT. I HAD BEEN AT WORK SINCE 0600 THERE WERE NO INDICATIONS OF ANY PROBLEMS WHILE DRIVING TO WORK NO","quote_3_odi":"11124291","quote_3_text":"AUDI SAFETY RECALL 19N4 CONTINUES TO NOT BE AVAILABLE. RECEIVED FIRST NOTICE FOR RECALL IN JUNE 2018. STATES THERE IS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP. STATES THAT THIS DEFECT MAY CAUSE A FIRE EVEN IF CAR IS NOT TURNED ON AND RECOMMENDS TO PARK THE VEHICLE OUTSIDE AS A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-electrical-short-coolant-intrusion","label":"Electrical short from coolant or water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11599581","quote_1_text":"I was having an issue with my 2013 Audi A5 starting. A call to roadside assistance was able to jump my battery and the car would start and run. However, the same issue kept happening. The EPC warning light would come on and it took a few weeks to get scheduled with a mechanic. I","quote_2_odi":"11210652","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR LOST POWER AND STARTED SHUDDERING, EPC WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND IT SEEMED LIKE IT MIGHT STALL. SINCE I WAS DRIVING I PUSHED IN THE CLUTCH AND COASTED TO A STOP. I SHUT IT OFF AND RESTARTED IT AND IT WORKED NORMALLY SO I","quote_3_odi":"11112689","quote_3_text":"2013 AUDI A5. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO CORRODED ELECTRICAL HARNESS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS CORRODED DUE TO A LEAKING GASKET. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-fuel-pump-door-actuator-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel door actuator failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11517813","quote_1_text":"I have experienced several failures and 3 recalls with my vehicle since I purchased it brand new. I have paid out thousands of dollars over the years for repairs that I feel were faulty being that I am on the only owner of the vehicle. I have approximately a little under 75k","quote_2_odi":"11139928","quote_2_text":"I JUST HAD MY FUEL DOOR ACTUATOR REPLACED ON MY 2013 AUDI A5 WITH LESS THAN 44,500 MILES ON IT IN SEPTEMBER 2018. I AM HAVING A VERY DIFFICULT TIME UNDERSTANDING WHY MY FUEL DOOR ACTUATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACE WITH SO LOW MILEAGE. THE CAR HAS A RANGE OF 455 MILES AFTER A FILL UP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-power-steering-dead-spot","label":"Power steering dead spot and stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10495093","quote_1_text":"AT 1500 MILES I DEVELOPED A NOTCHY FEELING IN MY STEERING WHEEL AT THE 12 O'CLOCK POSITION. THIS NOTCHY FEEL CREATES A NEED FOR CONSTANT CORRECTION JUST TO KEEP THE VEHICLE TRAVELING IN A STRAIGHT PATH. I BELIEVE THIS IS THE RESULT OF THE NEW ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING THAT AUDI","quote_2_odi":"10503984","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE BECOMES A \"DEAD\" SPOT IN THE STEERING INPUT. STEERING WHEEL CAN BE MOVED 2-3 INCHES RIGHT TO LEFT WITH NO EFFECT ON THE STEERING OF THE CAR ITSELF. THESE INCIDENTS ARE UNPREDICTABLE IN WHEN THEY OCCUR AND HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCED FROM SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11428294","quote_3_text":"About 3 weeks ago I noticed the beginning of a steering problem. I first noticed that the wheel seemed to require more than normal force to turn, especially in about the 10 and 2 o’clock position. It would behave pretty normally most of the time, but then, unpredictably, this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2013-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof glass cracking and shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11291420","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE. I LOOK AROUND BECAUSE IT SOUNDED LIKE A TIRE BLOWOUT. I CONTINUED TO DRIVE, AND ONCE I REACHED MY DESTINATION, STOPPED AND OPENED THE DOOR TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, I HEARD A LOUD POP LIKE A GUN SHOT. IMMEDIATELY GLASS FLEW","quote_2_odi":"10969594","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR IN THE FREEWAY IN SACRAMETO GOING TO ARDEN MALL AND AS I WAS EXITING GOING ABOUT 30 MPH OFF THE RAMP I HEARD A VERY LOUD BANG SOUND AND AS I LOOKED UP I NOTICED MY SUN ROOF (IN THE CLOSED POSITION) WAS CRACKED WITH THE MIDDLE OF THE GLASS WARPING IN AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2014-backup-camera-phone-override","label":"Backup camera view overridden by incoming phone call","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11064842","quote_1_text":"AUDI OF SEATTLE CONFIRMED 1/22/2018 THAT MY CAR IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED, BUT I BELIEVE THIS DESIGN IS UNSAFE AND UNDESIRABLE. SPECIFICALLY, WHEN DRIVING IN REVERSE USING THE BACKUP CAMERA VIEW, IF I RECEIVE AN INCOMING CELL PHONE CALL TO MY PAIRED PHONE, THE CAR PRIORITIZES","quote_2_odi":"10972232","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A BLUETOOTH CELL PHONE CALL WHILE BACKING UP IN REVERSE, AND THE BACKUP CAMERA TV SCREEN TO MY SURPRISE WAS OVERRIDDEN BY THE PHONE CALL SCREEN, LOSING MY BACKUP VIEW","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2014-coolant-pump-recall-stall","label":"Engine stall and recall delay for after-run coolant pump","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11658904","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi A5. The contact stated that while driving 30-70 MPH, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving for an hour or stopped at a light. The vehicle failed to restart. The contact waited for 10 minutes to restart, but","quote_2_odi":"11228410","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN EXTENDED STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON VERY HOT DAYS (IN THE 90'S). AFTER COOLING DOWN FOR AN EXTENDED TIME (1/2 HOUR OR MORE), THE CAR STARTED AGAIN AND ACTED NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11111599","quote_3_text":"2014 AUDI A5. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE RECALL REPAIR EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2014-piston-timing-chain-failure","label":"Engine piston and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11537253","quote_1_text":"Piston 3 imploded causing damage to the long block. Complete engine failure at 65K miles conformed by Audi dealership. You may view the car if you wish. The warning lights appeared the same day the car started malfunctioning. No advanced warning","quote_2_odi":"11498404","quote_2_text":"Audi claims to have fixed their 2.0t engine piston defect which can cause safety issues and accidents caused by the car seizing or loosing power at any time due to their faulty pistons which class action act filed on 2014 indicates that 2012-2017 2.0t engine are susceptible to","quote_3_odi":"11061499","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT UP BEYOND 6TH GEAR (8 SPEED TRANSMISSION) AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. TRANSMISSION COULD BE SHIFTED MANUALLY INTO 7TH AND 8TH GEARS, BUT ENGINE WAS LUGGING ON LEVEL HIGHWAY AT 60MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2014-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack and pinion failure or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433851","quote_1_text":"January 2021 driving straight - 30 MPH. RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION DYNAMIC STEERING \"STEERING DEFECTIVE. I PULLED INTO A PARKING STALL AND IT DID A TOTAL LOCK UP. THE STEERING WHEEL COULD NOT BE TURNED AT ALL. THE WHOLE STEERING RACK AND PINION HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTING OVER","quote_2_odi":"11327151","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 36K MILES AND HAS NOT BEEN THROUGH ANY PUDDLES OR POTHOLES. ONE DAY I DROVE MY CAR DOWN THE STREET BACK TO MY GARAGE AND AS I WAS PARKING I RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION \"STEERING DEFECTIVE DO NOT DRIVE\". THE STEERING RACK AND PINION HAD TO BE REPLACED COSTING","quote_3_odi":"11302952","quote_3_text":"2014 AUDI A5 WITH APPROX 62K MILES. THE STEERING SYSTEM HAS BEGUN TO OFFER INCONSISTENT RESISTANCE TO DRIVER INPUT, WHICH IMPACTS DRIVER'S ABILITY TO JUDGE THE AMOUNT OF FORCE NEEDED TO TURN THE WHEEL TO THE DESIRED POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2020-mmi-reboot","label":"MMI infotainment system spontaneous reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11678628","quote_1_text":"The Multi-Media Interface (MMI) randomly reboots and poses a safety hazard. Several times while reversing using my backup camera, the MMI has rebooted which causes the camera to go blank. This poses a risk to back up into an object or a person during this time","quote_2_odi":"11674776","quote_2_text":"MMI constantly shuts off, often in the process of moving into or out of a parking spot. This suddenly and unexpectedly disables the parking collision warning system, the rear cross traffic warning system, and frontal collision warnings. Very frustrating and unsafe","quote_3_odi":"11674094","quote_3_text":"Everytime I am driving around my MMI system keeps rebooting. It disconnects my navigation and back up camera and it takes 10-30 seconds to restart. It does this about once every 2 minutes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A5","model_slug":"a5","cluster_id":"audi-a5-2020-sos-telematics-module","label":"SOS/telematics control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11475875","quote_1_text":"Our 2020 Audi A5 experienced a module failure affecting SOS (Loud) audible alarm that sounds every 2-4 minutes when driving and also affects bluetooth connection for hands free phone","quote_2_odi":"11561023","quote_2_text":"Audi issued a service bulletin 90T2 in regards to the telematics control module failure. With this failure the Bluetooth feature in this car no longer works","quote_3_odi":"11500317","quote_3_text":"2020 Audi A5 sportback SOS module malfunctioned in May 2021 and was replaced. Recall for 90t2 SOS module initiated. In June 2022, the malfunctioned occurred again. There has since been no fixes or estimated time of delivery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-coolant-electrical-intrusion","label":"Coolant Intrusion into Electrical Control Modules","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11316250","quote_1_text":"COOLANT MIGRATION INTO THE WIRING HARNESS. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SHUT DOWN ON THE INTERSTATE CREATING UNSAFE CONDITION. DEALER STATED THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH A COOLANT VALVE FAILING","quote_2_odi":"10991359","quote_2_text":"COLLANT VALVE LEAKED THROUGH WIRING HARNESS, ALLOWING COOLANT TO ENTER THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. THIS LED TO A SHORTING OF THE MODULE AND CAUSED A LOSS OF ALL POWER AND MOBILITY. THIS EVENT OCCURRED WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11206823","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUE WITH THIS DEFECTIVE PART IS THE VALVE MALFUNCTIONS CAUSING COOLANT TO PENETRATE THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE AND FROM THERE INTO THE WIRING HARNESS. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, IT IS A CATASTROPHIC MALFUNCTION OF THOSE COMPONENTS AND A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-engine-stalling","label":"Engine Stalling and Sudden Loss of Power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11072674","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10888936","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER WAITING MINUTES, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND THERE WAS A SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION IN THE ENGINE POWER AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"10661561","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE ALTERNATOR FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-fuel-line-leaks","label":"Fuel Leaks from Injector Supports and Fuel Lines","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11545382","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Audi A6. The contact stated while pulling out of the driveway, he smelled an abnormal fuel odor. The contact stated that the fuel odor became stronger while driving 65 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11449706","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a fuel odor was detected. Upon inspection, the contact noticed there was a fuel leak coming from the fuel line connector","quote_3_odi":"11348634","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE & NOTICED A FUEL SMELL. WHEN I GOT TO MY DESTINATION SHORTLY DOWN THE ROAD (~1 MILE) I INSPECTED MY ENGINE FOR THE SOURCE OF THE SMELL & FOUND FUEL LEAKING DOWN THE FRONT OF MY ENGINE FROM UNDER THE SUPERCHARGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-pods-airbag-defect","label":"Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) Sensor Defect","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11060999","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG FAULT LIGHT IS ON WITH FRONT SEAT PASSENGERS IN THE SEAT AND WHEN NOT IN THE SEAT WHILE VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION. AUDI SERVICE STATES, \"VERIFIED AIRBAG LIGHT ON, RAN GFF, FOUND PASSENGER SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR HAS AN INTERMITTENT OPEN CIRCUIT FAULT","quote_2_odi":"11034075","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS NOT TURNED ON WHEN A PASSENGER SITS IN THE SEAT. THIS MEANS THE AIRBAG WILL NOT BE DEPLOYED IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10881267","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM SWITCH WENT BAD, DISABLING THE AIRBAG. $2,000+ QUOTED FOR REPAIR. THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS MODEL, THIS MODEL YEAR FOR THAT EXACT PART MALFUNCTIONING BUT AUDI SAYS MY VIN IS EXCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power Steering Loss and Steering Lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11566847","quote_1_text":"Vehicle suffered sudden and total loss of power steering. Had just driven the car 5-10 minutes prior, came out to leave and had a message stating do not drive vehicle, steering defective","quote_2_odi":"11320629","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY STEERING SYSTEM FAULTED, CAUSING LOSS OF POWER STEERING. RACK COMPLETELY FAILED. VERY VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN STEERING WHEEL. CAR ONLY HAS 124K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11053965","quote_3_text":"2012 AUDI A6 MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY WOULD NOT START. THE IGNITION DID NOT TURN ON. IT SAID \"DO NOT DRIVE - STEERING DEFECTIVE\" STEERING COULD NOT BE TURNED, GEARS COULD NOT BE SHIFTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2012-recall-parts-delay","label":"Delayed Parts Availability for Engine and Air Bag Recalls","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, AIR BAGS, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11149920","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATIONS IN JUNE AND JULY OF 2018","quote_2_odi":"11103028","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND AN UNKNOWN RECALL NOTICE PERTAINING TO THE AIR BAGS","quote_3_odi":"11100598","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V004000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-coolant-pump-overheating","label":"Coolant pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11105119","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, SMOKE COULD BE SEEN COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE ENGINE OVERHEATING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11144967","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN SHAKING, DRIVING VERY ROUGH AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME AND EPC LIGHTS CAME ON THE DASH. CAR WAS NOT DRIVABLE. THIS HAPPENED LESS THAN TWO MONTHS AFTER I HAD THE WATER PUMP REPLACED FOR LEAKAGE AND FAILURE (WHICH HAS NOW BEEN RECALLED)","quote_3_odi":"11434309","quote_3_text":"I start getting coolant leak and it was at Audi dealership. Nothing was done just today get biger leak and took to shop and they say my water pump is broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-electrical-short-burning-odor","label":"Electrical short circuit and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11033170","quote_1_text":"WHEN I WAS DRIVING, WE SMELLED BURNING OF RUBBER BUT THOUGHT THAT IT MUST BE FROM OUTSIDE. HOWEVER AFTER DRIVING OF ANOTHER 3-4 MILES, SUDDENLY SMOKE STARTED TO COME OUT FROM AIR VENT MAINLY ON DRIVER AND WINDSHIELD SIDE INSIDE OF CABIN","quote_2_odi":"11375329","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS STATIONARY AND OIL IS LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE MY FUEL SYSTEM IS MESSING UP. ALSO I'M HAVING ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS CYLINDER 1 MISFIRE OPEN GROUND OR SHORT TO GROUND CIRCUIT","quote_3_odi":"11280529","quote_3_text":"ISSUES WITH ELECTRICAL CABLES MORE THAN ONCE, ALSO FUEL EXHAUST ISSUE AND COOLING SYSTEM. VEHICLE STATIONARY AND OR DRIVING UNDER 50 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-fuel-leak-gas-odor","label":"Fuel system leaks and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11320634","quote_1_text":"STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE THE CAR WHILE BEING DRIVEN AND WHILE PARKED INSIDE MY GARAGE RESULTING FROM FUEL PUMP LEAK. ODOR IS WORSE WHEN FUEL TANK IS FULL","quote_2_odi":"10954833","quote_2_text":"FUEL HOSE APPEARS TO HAVE DETERIORATED FROM THE INSIDE. SMALL PINHOLE LEAK APPEARED AND ALLOWED FOR GASOLINE TO SPILL ONTO HOT ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11500302","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Audi A6. The contact stated that after returning to the parked vehicle, the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. The contact stated that the temperature gauge and check engine warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-pods-airbag-warning","label":"Passenger occupant detection system airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11152195","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY AUDI DEALERSHIP STILL DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO REPAIR THIS DEFECT. IT'S BEEN FIVE MONTHS. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE","quote_2_odi":"11151246","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WHILE STATIONARY, & STILL IN PARK, WITH AN ADULT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE AIRBAG MONITORING LIGHT COMES ON TO ALERT ME THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG IS \"OFF\"","quote_3_odi":"11139153","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND PODS SYSTEM FAILS TO DETECT A PASSENGER. DEALER DID NOT FIX THIS PROBLEM. NO PARTS AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Electromechanical power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10838469","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A6. WHILE BACKING THE VEHICLE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AT 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN LEFT, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"11080077","quote_2_text":"I GOT A MESSAGE ON MY WASH IT SAID \"STEERING DETECTIVE DO NOT DRIVE\". MY STEERING WHEEL GETS HARD AND MOVES ON ITS OWN SOMETIMES. IT DOES IT INTERMITTENTLY IN ANY CONDITION OR DRIVING SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10690239","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AS THE STEERING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWO TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle surge","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10644104","quote_1_text":"I WAS ENTERING MY GARAGE AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING. I SLAMMED INTO ANY FRONT WALL DOING LOTS OF DAMAGE TO THE STRUCTURES IN AND OUT AS WELL AS TO MY BODY. MY CAR WAS TOTALED","quote_2_odi":"10511651","quote_2_text":"THIS DOES NOT REFER TO ANY SPECIFIC INCIDENT. AFTER PURCHASING THE CAR I BEGAN TO NOTICE THAT WHEN I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP, THE CAR ALWAYS SURGED AHEAD AFTER A FRACTION OF A SECOND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-brake-noise-warped-rotors","label":"Brake noise and warped rotor replacement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11161958","quote_1_text":"ALL FOUR BRAKES ROTORS WERE WARPED AT 37K AND HAD THEM REPLACED. NOW THE DEALERSHIP IS TELLING ME THE FRONT ONES ARE WARPED AGAIN AFTER 12K MILES. CAR VIBRATES WHEN YOU BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"10934453","quote_2_text":"A FEW TIMES WHEN SLOWLY GLIDING TO A STOP (RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN) WHEN STEPPING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL IT SEEMS TO GO TO THE FLOOR AND NEEDS TO BE PUMPED IN ORDER TO STOP. IT'S A SCARY SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"10556665","quote_3_text":"2014 AUDI A6. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A LOUD SCREECHING NOISE WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-coolant-pump-recall-parts","label":"Coolant pump recall parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11131739","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE COOLANT PUMP WAS LEAKING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE)","quote_2_odi":"11120637","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-electromech-steering-failure","label":"Electromechanical power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11396476","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED STEERING MALFUNCTION - DO NOT DRIVE WARNING ON DASH. LOST POWER STEERING ON THE CAR WHEN I STARTED THE CAR. WAS BARELY ABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. FORTUNATELY, I WAS IN A PARKING LOT. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO THE AUDI DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11289837","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 A6 AUDI RESULTED IN A FAILURE OF THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSIST SYSTEM WHICH CAUSE LOSS OF POWER STEERING. IT TOOK EVERYTHING I HAD TO STEER IT HOME. I WAS GIVEN A MESSAGE NOT TO DRIVE AND TO CONTACT THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10583413","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH WHEN THE CAR MADE A \"CLUNK\" SOUND AND I LOST ANY ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR AND NOTHING HAPPENED. THE STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY LOCKED AND I HAD NO ABILITY TO TURN THE WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-fuel-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel system leak with cabin odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11683359","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi A6. The contact stated that there was a fluid leak underneath the vehicle near the exhaust pipe, with a fuel-like odor. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10822716","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A FUEL SMELL INSIDE THE CAR AND IN THE GARAGE WHERE IT IS PARKED. IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC MOVING AT 5-10 MILES PER HOUR, THE SMELL IS VERY NOTICEABLE INSIDE THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11299100","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A FUEL LEAKAGE ON THE LOWER RIGHT SIDE OF MY VEHICLE AND AS SOON AS I PARK THE VEHICLE I CAN FEEL THE FUEL SMELL ALL AROUND MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-oil-consumption-piston","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11524088","quote_1_text":"My car was manufactured with defective pistons. The pistons are resulting in reduced oil pressure in my engine, which can result in a sudden loss of power","quote_2_odi":"11646146","quote_2_text":"I purchased a 2014 Audi A6 2.0T Quattro premium plus on November 15, 2024 with 99,141 miles. I got the 14 day dealership extended warranty, which covered powertrain systems","quote_3_odi":"11563064","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi A6. The contact stated that he became aware that the vehicle was experiencing abnormal oil consumption","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2014-takata-pods-recall-delay","label":"Takata PODS airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11175145","quote_1_text":"TAKATA AIRBAG REPLACEMENT NOT AVAILABLE FOR MONTHS NOW.....SAFETY RECALL 74D5- PODS NHTSA: 18V370.... I KEEP CALLING AUDI TO FIX PROBLEM, TO NO AVAIL","quote_2_odi":"11182481","quote_2_text":"18V370 RECALL GOING ON FOR MONTHS AND MONTHS. I WANT A FINAL FIX AND NOT TEMPORARY","quote_3_odi":"10652344","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ERROR MESSAGE INDICATING THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED TO RECOGNIZE THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2015-airbag-recall-nondeployment","label":"Takata airbag recall and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11752697","quote_1_text":"The driver sustained injuries to the chest and neck and had back pain. Medical attention was not provided. The front bumper and frame, and hood were damaged. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11120016","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2015 AUDI A6, BACK IN JUNE I FOUND THAT THERE ARE TWO SAFETY RECALLS WITH THE FRONT AIRBAGS THAT HAVE KILLED 20 AND INJURED OVER 100 PEOPLE","quote_3_odi":"11056629","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL DEALERSHIP INDICATES THAT THIS REPLACEMENT PRODUCT IS NOT AVAILABLE ANYWHERE TO HAVE IT FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2015-coolant-pump-overheating","label":"Coolant pump failures and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11500532","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the \"Turn Off Engine, Check Coolant Level\" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the coolant pump was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V229000 (Engine and Engine Cooling)","quote_2_odi":"11477218","quote_2_text":"The defect of water pump used by this model causes coolant leakage and a serious overheating problem that triggers the temperature warning light","quote_3_odi":"11101645","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2015-oil-leak-engine-mounts","label":"Oil leaks and engine mount failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11455029","quote_1_text":"The contact was informed that the oil level was extremely low due to an oil leak. The contact was informed that the timing chain kit and camshaft cover needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11341874","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE MOUNTS ARE LEAKING AND NEED TO BE REPLACED. ONLY 65K MILES AND CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD - GARAGE KEPT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2015-steering-control-loss","label":"Loss of steering control and directional instability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10765794","quote_1_text":"EXHIBITS AN ALARMING TENDENCY TO WEAVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE WITHOUT A STEERING INPUT. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN STEERING WHEEL POSITION, VEHICLE SPEED, OR CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE OR PREVAILING WIND DIRECTION","quote_2_odi":"11278672","quote_2_text":"UPON THIS HAPPENING, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER STEERING, TPMS FAULT, STABILIZATION FAULT, AND ACC BRAKING GUARD FAULT APPEARED","quote_3_odi":"11711678","quote_3_text":"The car experienced violent shaking and loss of directional control, creating an immediate risk of a high-speed accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2015-unexpected-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10712887","quote_1_text":"AUDI BRAKE GUARD ACTIVATED SPONTANEOUSLY BECAUSE THE CAR SENSED AN IMPENDING IMPACT WITH A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME, BUT THE BRAKE GUARD APPLIED STRONG BRAKING ACTION ON AN OPEN ROAD, BRINGING ME TO AN IMMEDIATE STOP","quote_2_odi":"11384223","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES ARE GRABBY AND WITH A GENTLE DEPRESSION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL THE CAR COMES TO A SUDDEN JERKY STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor vibration at highway speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11395849","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE VIBRATES HEAVILY WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. BRAKES ROTORS REPLACED WITH LESS THAN 15K MILES VEHICLE APPEAR TO HAVE THE SAME ISSUE AND HAS CONFIRMS BY AUDI DEALER BUT REFUSED TO ADDRESS THE SAFETY ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"10972115","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI A6. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND PULSATED. THE STOPPING DISTANCE WAS INCREASED AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11586615","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Audi A6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced a loss of motive power and stalled. During the failure, the message Electric Power Control \"EPC\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11072020","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS SLOWING THIS CAR DOWN TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN ON A BUSY EXPRESSWAY, AFTER SHE MADE THE TURN, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND THE 'STOP/START DEACTIVATED MANUALLY RESTART YOUR CAR\" LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-forward-collision-camera-failure","label":"Forward collision camera / ACC failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11579921","quote_1_text":"I am the original owner of my vehicle and have had my vehicle maintenance done at Niello Audi in Sacramento, CA. In May 2023, the forward facing camera on my 2016 Audi A6 stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11565047","quote_2_text":"The camera associated with the adaptive cruise control and collision warning systems thought there was an object in the road multiple times while on active cruise control. This resulted in the brakes being engaged - could have been rear ended very easily causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-fuel-rail-recall-epc","label":"Fuel rail recall and EPC fault","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11255113","quote_1_text":"IN FEBRUARY 2019 I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER, NHTSA 19V035, FROM AUDI TELLING ME MY CAR MAY HAVE A DEFECT IN THE FUEL RAILS WHICH COULD LEAK FUEL CAUSING A FIRE! I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED MY DEALER AUDI OF WALLINGFORD CT AND PUT MY NAME ON A WAITING LIST FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11222175","quote_2_text":"2016 AUDI A6. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FUEL RAILS SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO COMPLETE THE RECALL REPAIR. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering column / control module failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11557040","quote_1_text":"While driving the car, the steering column failed, making the car unable to steer. Mileage 81,312. The error message was Steering Malfunction, do not drive. and you could not turn the wheel. The independent service center confirmed and replaced the steering column","quote_2_odi":"11496814","quote_2_text":"The electronic steering control module failed while the vehicle was stopped. A light came on the dash which stated something like ~\"Do Not Drive Major Steering Malfunction\" and the steering became almost impossible to turn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11112012","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL THE AIRBAG OFF LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF AT TIMES ON THIS VEHICLE WHILE SOMEONE SITTING ON PASSENGER SEAT. AUDI DOES NOT HAVE AN ETA FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS AND NOT WILLING TO PROVIDE A LOANER VEHICLE. I AM AFRAID FOR THE SAFETY OF MY FAMILY AT THIS POINT","quote_2_odi":"11118713","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS PODS RECALL. CALLED AUDI USA REP TODAY AT CONTACT US (800-253-2834) INSTRUCTED NO FIX IN YET AND TO KEEP DRIVING, THAT THEY WERE NOT REPLACING NOR SUBSTITUTING VEHICLE UNTIL FIX. I DO NOT FEEL PASSENGER ENDANGERMENT IS APPROPRIATE WITH RECALL ON PODS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-transmission-fluid-leak-shift","label":"Transmission fluid leak and delayed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11252138","quote_1_text":"SEVERE LEAK NOTICED BY TECHNICIAN. DURING ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. SKID PAN FULL OF TRANSMISSION FLUID. NOT AN ISSUE IN PREVIOUS INSPECTIONS. AUDI DEALERSHIP LOOKING FOR CAUSE. NO PERFORMANCE ISSUES NOTICED","quote_2_odi":"11184924","quote_2_text":"STARTED VEHICLE IN PARKING LOT EXITED ONTO A MULTI-LANE ROAD WHERE TRAFFIC SPEED IS 50 MPH BUT CARS OFTEN DRIVE MUCH FASTER. THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE BUT STAYED IN FIRST GEAR AND WOULD NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT TO HIGHER GEARS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2016-water-pump-coolant-failure","label":"Water pump and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11686225","quote_1_text":"The water pump on my 2016 Audi A6 has failed multiple times prematurely. The first water pump failed at 36,965 miles in May 2019. That repair was covered under an extended warranty I purchased","quote_2_odi":"11516312","quote_2_text":"I left a gas station located one mile from my house. All seemed well. I drove into my garage, shut the engine off, and saw steam coming from under the hood. Inspection showed coolant below minimum level. I had the car towed to a garage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2017-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11121720","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11112330","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI A6. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED BY AUDI OF STUART (3990 SE FEDERAL HWY, STUART, FL 34997) THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V370000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND THERE WAS NO ESTIMATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2017-engine-mount-cooling-failure","label":"Engine mount and cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11596583","quote_1_text":"Engine mounts failed. They are fluid damped and the seals failed and leaked and now the motor is sitting loose in a metal on metal condition with the mounts collapsed. Additionally the manifold and timing chain cover leaks. Additionally the water pump failed. This is all on a","quote_2_odi":"11469154","quote_2_text":"Car overheat. Engine light on. pulled over and then drove directly to local dealer 10min away who noted engine temp control actuator faulty- stuck. Needed to replace thermostat. Dealer noted problem was noted in earlier year Audi A6 models as well but thought 2017 year did not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2017-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack and module failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11512676","quote_1_text":"The steering rack for my 2017 Audi A6 2.0T Premium Plus Quattro has failed at roughly 54000 miles. This is the same exact OEM part (OEM Part # 4G1423055EA) that is used in the 2016 A6, which has an extended warranty from Audi due to a lawsuit of 10 years and 125000 miles. My VIN","quote_2_odi":"11435119","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Audi A6 has approximately 50,000 miles on it. I am diligent about obtaining regular maintenance on my vehicle and visited the Audi dealership in Memphis, TN for a 50,000 mile inspection and service in June of 2021. Last week, just 3 months after my 50,000 mile","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2017-sudden-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10994503","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED A NEW 2017 AUDI A6. CAR ONLY HAS 1,200 MILES. DRIVING CAR ON FREEWAY WITH MY SON AND ENGINE COMPLETELY STOPPED NO POWER. THANK GOD WE ARE OK. HAD NO WARNING AT ALL. CAR JUST LOST POWER. I HAVE READ ABOUT OTHER MODELS RECALLED FOR AUDI DUE TO FUEL PUMP. DEALER IS","quote_2_odi":"11424527","quote_2_text":"Car loss power and turned off while turning at an intersection. Had to stop, place in Parking and restart the car with power switch","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-alternator-electrical-shutdown","label":"48V starter-generator failure and electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11509630","quote_1_text":"ALTERNATOR FAILIURE (48V)","quote_2_odi":"11505334","quote_2_text":"Electrical system malfunction caused by a faulty generator which was confirmed by Audi Connection (servicing dealership) in Cincinnati, Ohio","quote_3_odi":"11504027","quote_3_text":"The starter/generator (formerly known as alternator) of our A6 3.0 needs to be replaced, the part is back-ordered for approximately 60 to 90 days. The yellow indicator light goes on and then the car shuts off. It happens without warning and is incredibly dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-backup-camera-blind-spot-failure","label":"Rearview and blind-spot camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11527905","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera frequently does not come on when the car is in reverse and backing up","quote_2_odi":"11561422","quote_2_text":"The backup camera intermittently does not engage, instead only displaying the stock car silhouette, without any camera footage of the current surroundings","quote_3_odi":"11607013","quote_3_text":"Rearview camera (or various combinations of between 1 and 4 of the surround view cameras -- no rhyme or reason to which camera(s) fail in a given incident) frequently fails and displays a black screen instead of rearward facing view","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-door-lock-latch-malfunction","label":"Door lock and latch malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11736719","quote_1_text":"The central locking / electronic door lock system on my 2019 Audi A6 intermittently malfunctions, sometimes with a long beep sound and an error message appearing on the screen in front of my steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11733922","quote_2_text":"Shortly after purchasing in 2025 I began having occasional issues with the door locks","quote_3_odi":"11706496","quote_3_text":"The rear electronic child safety lock on my 2019 Audi A6 does not function as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-driver-assist-false-activation","label":"Lane-keep and collision-avoidance false activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11573334","quote_1_text":"When backing up the car the cameras don't turn on and often times the collision sensors go off randomly. On the highway the emergency brakes go off randomly when a car passes by on the right-hand side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11395583","quote_2_text":"AUGUST 25, 2020 TRAVELING WB ON I-90 [MASS TURNPIKE] PASSING AND 18 WHEEL TRACTOR TRAILER WITH AN UNMARKED WHITE BOX TRAILER","quote_3_odi":"11350427","quote_3_text":"CAR HAS A LANE KEEPING ASSISTANT WHICH IS AGGRESSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-ea839-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"EA839 V6 water pump and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11757339","quote_1_text":"The factory-installed mechanical water pump module suffered a severe internal seal and housing failure","quote_2_odi":"11682050","quote_2_text":"My water pump failed at 49,000 miles. I have been advised by Audi that it is not covered by the extended warranty for some similar cars","quote_3_odi":"11735503","quote_3_text":"Every single EA839 Audi Engine has piston skirt and cylinder scoring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-engine-stall-at-stop-start-stop","label":"Engine stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11268751","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED ANEW AUDI A6 ON SEP 11, 2019. IN THE FIRST 2 WEEKS, FIVE DIFFERENT TIMES, THE \"START STOP SYSTEM\" FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"11329769","quote_2_text":"AT A STOP LIGHT THE ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF COMPLETELY REQUIRING YOU TO RESTART THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11257546","quote_3_text":"THIS ISSUE HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED AND THE AUTO STOP/START FEATURE HAS STOPPED THE ENGINE. MOST COMMONLY AT A STOP LIGHT AT A MAJOR CITY INTERSECTION, WHERE THE LIGHTS ARE LONGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"audi-a6-2019-steering-lockup-after-water-exposure","label":"Power steering lockup after water exposure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11528123","quote_1_text":"I went thru a puddle of water and the car steering wheel lock up","quote_2_odi":"11587892","quote_2_text":"After heavy down pour, the car was driven while the streets were still very wet","quote_3_odi":"11543573","quote_3_text":"This is my SECOND entry/complaint regarding the same EXTREMELY DANGEROUS steering malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2020-48v-alternator-power-loss","label":"48V alternator failure causes power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11517543","quote_1_text":"Electrical system malfunction. Car will not run","quote_2_odi":"11504639","quote_2_text":"While driving to work, received notification of \"Electrical System Malfunction, contact service immediately\". I contacted Audi. They advised me to either bring the vehicle in or have it towed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2020-camera-display-malfunction","label":"Rearview and 360 camera display malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11530148","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera on the vehicle stops working intermittently. I have provided photographs of this to the Dealer. Their scanning of fault codes noted that the \"right environmental camera faulty B127D04: Rear environmental camera faulty.\"","quote_2_odi":"11722661","quote_2_text":"The Audi software/MMI system has issues showing the 360 cameras in addition to the rear facing camera. Every few starts when I back out of a parking space/garage, the side mirror cameras show a black or camera with a cancel sign on the screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2020-emergency-assist-false-activation","label":"Emergency assist and AEB activate without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11398232","quote_1_text":"THE AUTOMATED EMERGENCY BRAKING RANDOMLY KICKS IN.. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWO TIMES IN THE PAST 3 MONTHS. NOTHING WAS AROUND TO CAUSE THE AEB TO ACTIVATE. THIS COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT IF SOMEONE WAS DRIVING BEHIND ME AT THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"11425432","quote_2_text":"I have multiple safety features that are suddenly malfunctioning. The care suddenly braked when traveling at 80mph in the HOV lane. The pre sense function suddenly braked the car while another was passing in the opposite direction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6","model_slug":"a6","cluster_id":"a6-2020-water-intrusion-electrical-damage","label":"Water intrusion damages floorboard electronics","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11694170","quote_1_text":"Water intrusion in passenger floor board which causes problem with control module and reduces acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11709059","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi A6. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, water leaked into the vehicle and accumulated in the rear passenger’s side area of the vehicle. The contact initially believed that the failure might be related to inclement weather; however…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/a6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11736958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi A6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated. The engine overheating and the low coolant warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11736875","quote_2_text":"Thermostat housing and oil cooler bracket leaking coolant with only 56k miles on the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-fuel-gauge-inaccurate","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11495707","quote_1_text":"Audi has failed to come up with a repair for recall 22V742. My car consistently shows 1/4 tank of fuel when it’s actually near zero","quote_2_odi":"11482410","quote_2_text":"The car's fuel guage has been inaccurate since the initial purchase. It would always hang at around 50% and then drop to 5% within 10 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11703548","quote_1_text":"While driving at normal speed, the entire digital instrument panel suddenly went black and a red warning triangle appeared. I lost all gauges, including speedometer, fuel level, and warning indicators","quote_2_odi":"11669614","quote_2_text":"The Virtual Cockpit of the car (electronic screen right in front of the driver that displays speed, etc.) randomly turns off during driving, reboots, and displays an error message \"Instrument Cluster Malfunction\"","quote_3_odi":"11720755","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was excluded from Recall 25V20100/90VC; however, in early March 2025, it experienced the exact defect described in that recall: a complete failure of the instrument panel module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-presense-false-braking","label":"Forward-collision Pre-sense false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11702177","quote_1_text":"The car has traffic sign recognition and uses it for \"predictive control\" where the vehicle will read traffic signs and adjust the adaptive cruise control setting to based on road signs","quote_2_odi":"11680304","quote_2_text":"The Audi Pre-sense is activated by weather. I was driving during a thunderstorm and Audi Presence activated causing the car to come to a hard stop due to precipitation","quote_3_odi":"11476690","quote_3_text":"Today, I was in a protected left turn lane prior to making the turn. When oncoming traffic (4 lanes) cleared, I gently pressed the gas pedal to start the turn, but a red “pre-sense” error triggered and slammed on the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-starter-generator-stall","label":"Starter-generator failure causing stall or loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11502114","quote_1_text":"Multiple warnings indicating to contact dealer (Lane departure, adaptive cruise control, collision avoidance, electrical system, start/stop, etc) then 1 minute later transmission failure and engine failure imminent","quote_2_odi":"11525465","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while his father was driving 45 MPH, the electrical system Malfunction warning light illuminated. The contact stated that several electronic components started to turn off until the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11549109","quote_3_text":"Notice of electronic failure on dash, then car notified me to pull over safely due to the failure after 20 min of driving. Car stopped shifting gears and electronic power steering failed while the vehicle was moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A6 allroad","model_slug":"a6-allroad","cluster_id":"a6-allroad-2021-transmission-loss-of-power","label":"Transmission loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11730290","quote_1_text":"I was driving my vehicle when the engine surged and then a transmission warning light came on and there was an immediate and complete loss of drive power","quote_2_odi":"11522924","quote_2_text":"At a highway speed of 50 MPH the transmission completely disengaged. I was driving on a busy highway with no shoulder","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/a6-allroad","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-coolant-valve-stall","label":"Coolant control valve leak into wiring harness","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11447185","quote_1_text":"I have seen at least three other complaints with NHTSA on this same item all with different headings. Check engine light comes on at high speeds while highway driving. Pull Engine code and comes back as P2753 - Valve for transmission fluid cooler circuit open. Had to replace","quote_2_odi":"11269822","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION BY THE DEALERSHIP, I WAS INFORMED THAT A COOLANT VALVE CONNECTED TO THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE HAD FAILED. THIS RESULTED IN COOLANT LEAKING INTO THE MODULE AND THEREBY DAMAGING IT. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT IN A SIMILAR VEHICLE OF","quote_3_odi":"10983509","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT THE \"COOLANT VALVE LEAKED INTO THE WIRING HARNESS AND SHORTED THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE. MAY HAVE CAUSE AN UNEXPECTED STALL OF THE VEHICLE.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-cruise-autobrake-disabled","label":"Cruise control and auto-braking disabled","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11319321","quote_1_text":"CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. \"0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING \" UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED","quote_2_odi":"11316133","quote_2_text":"CAR COMES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC CRUISE CONTROL AND AUTO-BRAKING. SYSTEMS RECENTLY WERE DISABLED, AND ARE THROWING ERROR. \"0161 - VIDEO CABLE FOR IMAGE PROCESSING \" UNABLE TO USE CRUISE CONTROL, AND ASSUME THAT AUTO-BRAKING IS DISABLED UNTIL THIS IS RECTIFIED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-fuel-line-fire","label":"Fuel line leak and engine compartment fire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11419613","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Audi A7. The contact stated that after driving from a stop sign into a four-way intersection at approximately 10 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Upon inspection, it was discovered that fuel had leaked from the engine compartment and was caused","quote_2_odi":"11089034","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT'S SON NOTICED A FUEL AND BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED","quote_3_odi":"11081028","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. AFTER DRIVING, THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE. WHILE WAITING IN LINE AT A STORE, A PASSERBY INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AS FLAMES ERUPTED FROM THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-pods-airbag-fault","label":"Passenger occupant detection system airbag fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11182572","quote_1_text":"NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 18V370 NO PODS REPAIR KITS AVAILABLE FOR EXISTING CUSTOMERS DRIVING AROUND IN VEHICLES WHILE AUDI ISSUED STOP SALE ON CARS IN STOCK AT THEIR FACILITY WITH THE DANGEROUS PART. THE PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) CAN MALFUNCTION DUE TO STRESS/WEAR","quote_2_odi":"11120783","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM (PODS) RECALL. MY VEHICLE'S PASSENGER OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM IS CURRENTLY MALFUNCTIONING AND DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE PRESENCE OF A PASSENGER 100% OF THE TIME DURING ALL OPERATIONS STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10967755","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY WHILE THE SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT DETECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-steering-wheel-lock","label":"Steering wheel lock or loss of steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11457112","quote_1_text":"As I was driving with my 4 year old daughter in the vehicle, while making a left turn my vehicle steering wheel locked or seemed to lock on me with no warning, and then the \"DO NOT DRIVE VEHICLE\" indicator appeared. Thank God I was able to safety steer into a driveway","quote_2_odi":"11196227","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI A7. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE STEERING ASSIST WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO MANEUVER THE STEERING WHEEL AND DRIVE HOME. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"10578872","quote_3_text":"OCTOBER 18, 2013. VEHICLE ABRUPTLY LOST POWER STEERING AND ACCELERATION WHILE TRAVELING IN THE LEFT HAND LANE ON THE AT 72 MILES PER HOUR JUST IN FRONT OF A CONSTRUCTION ZONE. I WAS FORCED TO CROSS INTO THE RIGHT HAND LANE WITH NO ACCELERATION OR POWER STEERING AND BRING THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration without accelerator input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11422447","quote_1_text":"As I reported on June 3, I drove my car onto my office parking lot, up- hill, in the afternoon, when suddenly my car raced, without my stepping on the accelerator to make it race, crushed into the first car parked there. That car was pushed into the wheel of the neighboring car","quote_2_odi":"11419455","quote_2_text":"The gas pedal must have been stuck, as the car raced across parking lot, into the first parked car there. that car was pushed into the next car, fortunately a big, sturdy car. and fortunately into the wheel of that next car. Also, fortunately, no people there at that time. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2012-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10617260","quote_1_text":"2012 AUDI A7; 4 SIDEWALL \"BUBBLING\" BLOWOUTS IN A YEAR. BEING VERY CAREFUL TO MAINTAIN CORRECT TIRE PRESSURE, AND NORMAL CITY DRIVING. TWO BLOWOUTS OCCURED WHEN CAR WAS IN PARK. VEHICLE DEALER MAINTAINS BLOWOUTS ARE DUE TO ROAD HAZARDS AND THEY ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10616972","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST 6 MONTHS 3 OUT OF MY 4 CONTINENTAL CONTIPROCONTAC TIRES HAVE DEVELOPED \"BUBBLES\" IN THE SIDE WALL. WHEN THE 1ST (OR EVEN PERHAPS THE 2ND) TIRE DEVELOPED THIS PROBLEM, IT MIGHT HAVE BEEN ATTRIBUTED TO POT HOLES. IT IS SUMMER NOW AND I HAVE DRIVEN VERY LITTLE BUT THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-48v-hybrid-stall","label":"48V mild-hybrid starter-generator failure causing stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11747681","quote_1_text":"The car shut-off on three separate occasions while driving on [XXX] in Wesley Chapel, FL (twice) and once while traveling south on [XXX] in Orlando","quote_2_odi":"11502709","quote_2_text":"Starter Generator failure of the 48v Mild hybrid system","quote_3_odi":"11494565","quote_3_text":"I received a warning and multiple dash lights indicating electrical malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-adas-unexpected-braking","label":"Driver-assistance system unexpected braking or stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11512396","quote_1_text":"The car now has come to an emergency stop twice on two separate occasion's here in Columbia and in Atlanta while I am attempting to cross an intersection or leaving a median lane","quote_2_odi":"11512397","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi A7. The contact stated that while making a left turn in an intersection, the vehicle inadvertently came to a complete stop","quote_3_odi":"11222888","quote_3_text":"SECOND ISSUE IS THAT THERE IS A SIGNIFICANT 1-3 SECOND LAG AFTER PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera malfunction under recall 25V900/90TV","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11729766","quote_1_text":"Component: Backup camera Issue: Recall cannot be completed Status: Manufacturer requires customer-paid repair before completing safety recall (90TV), leaving safety defect unresolved","quote_2_odi":"11717914","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Audi A7 was brought to Audi Dallas on January 20, 2026, for a manufacturer safety recall involving a software update (Recall 90TV / NHTSA 25V900)","quote_3_odi":"11465202","quote_3_text":"Intermittent failure of back-up camera. This can cause injury or fatality to a child behind the vehicle who cannot be seen when the camera is not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-recall-22v155000-delay","label":"NHTSA Campaign 22V155000 recall part unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11505182","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi 7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V155000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11503265","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi A7. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, the vehicle was shuddering and failed to accelerate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11497592","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the fuel gauge was providing inaccurate reading and would indicate 650 miles to empty; however, after driving 2 miles, the fuel gauge indicated 600 miles to empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-throttle-lag-hesitation","label":"Throttle lag and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11280040","quote_1_text":"2019 AUDI A7 HAS THROTTLE LAG AND AT TIMES SEVERE THROTTLE LAG CAUSING A MULTI SECOND DELAY THAT PUT ME IN IN THE PATH OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITH A NEAR HIT","quote_2_odi":"11190060","quote_2_text":"2019 AUDI A7: AT A STOPLIGHT, OR STOP SIGN, WHERE THERE IS EVEN THE SLIGHTEST INCLINE, AFTER MY 2019 AUDI A7 HAS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP, AND THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF, WHEN I REMOVE MY FOOT FROM THE BRAKE TO ENGAGE THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE DOES NOT ENGAGE IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11234199","quote_3_text":"2 DAYS AFTER TAKING DELIVERY OF A 2019 A7, THE TRANSMISSION/SPORT DIFFERENTIAL LIGHT CAME ON AND INDICATED TO SHUT DOWN CAR IMMEDIATELY DUE A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A7","model_slug":"a7","cluster_id":"audi-a7-2019-water-pump-overheat","label":"Water pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11751748","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi A7. The contact stated the engine had been overheating, and the contact had to pull over to add coolant to the coolant reservoir before continuing to drive","quote_2_odi":"11613821","quote_2_text":"2019 Audi A7: Water Pump failed. Audi Dealership diagnosed and replaced the Water Pump","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/a7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"audi-a8-2013-ecm-stall-steering-lock","label":"Engine stall with steering lock from ECM failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11625496","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving at highway speeds, the warning lights on the instrument panel flashed as the vehicle shut off","quote_2_odi":"11573971","quote_2_text":"We were coming down [XXX] on the southside of the grapevine at the speed limit of 70 MPH, when the engine began to stall, and the steering also began to lock up","quote_3_odi":"11573806","quote_3_text":"We began losing control of the vehicle and engine power was failing and stalling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"audi-a8-2013-piston-ring-oil-consumption","label":"Piston ring wear causing excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11732258","quote_1_text":"Engine totaled because of oil starvation I'm guessing or maybe an oil pump failure oil starvation caused Pistons to rub inside of head cost of engine and work is more than the vehicles cost so that means car is totaled","quote_2_odi":"11589083","quote_2_text":"The problem is a know piston ring issues on other years of same engine with massive oil consumption 1 qt a week with minimal driving less then 100 miles","quote_3_odi":"11667840","quote_3_text":"I checked all the spark plugs to find multiple spark plugs completely soaked in oil, took an Uber to parts store to buy new spark plugs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"audi-a8-2013-recall-repair-delays","label":"Delayed parts for oil strainer and structure recalls","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11491579","quote_1_text":"In March of 2022, a safety recall number 21H7, was issued for my 2013 Audi A8L regarding the oil strainer which could clog and result in the turbocharger failing and subsequent consequences","quote_2_odi":"11467247","quote_2_text":"I was told the recall wasn't yet active, but the dealer had the parts to take care of the recall. Now I am being told I must pay for the recall repair and wait an undetermined amount of time to get reimbursed through the manufacturer","quote_3_odi":"11354242","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V397000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"audi-a8-2013-sunroof-windshield-leaks","label":"Sunroof shattering and windshield water leaks","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11494741","quote_1_text":"Sunroof shattered while driving","quote_2_odi":"11000234","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A LOUD BOOMING NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE GLASS SUN ROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED. THE SUN ROOF WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11182890","quote_3_text":"AT 69946 MILES IT STARTED LEAKING WATER WHEN RAINING FROM TOP OF WINDSHIELD IN THE MIDDLE BY THE REAR VIEW MIRROR,ON TOP OF ALL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"audi-a8-2013-turbo-oil-starvation","label":"Turbocharger failure from clogged oil strainer","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11152418","quote_1_text":"DIAGNOSIS DETERMINED CAUSE OF SUDDEN POWER LOSS WAS DAMAGED TURBOCHARGERS (X2). TURBO IMPELLER BEARINGS WERE COMPLETELY DESTROYED DUE TO LUBRICATION STARVATION, WHICH CAUSED DISINTEGRATION OF TURBOCHARGER IMPELLERS","quote_2_odi":"11413285","quote_2_text":"THE NEXT DAY THEIR SERVICE DEPARTMENT CALLED AND TOLD ME THAT ONE OF MY TURBOS HAD FAILED AND THAT IT WAS RECOMMENDED THAT I REPLACE BOTH. QUOTED 13,800 TO FIX THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11342497","quote_3_text":"THIS ENGINE HAS HAD A SERIES OF RECALLS, INCLUDING AN OIL SEPARATOR FAILURE. AUDI TSB, ATTACHED, FINDS AN OIL SIEVE RESPONSIBLE FOR STARVING THE TURBOCHARGERS CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO FAIL WITHOUT WARNING ON THE FREEWAY AT 62,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"a8-2015-collision-avoidance-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11383218","quote_1_text":"FRONT COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM LIGHT DOES NOT ILLUMINATE IN THE HEADS UP DISPLAY AND THE AUDIO PORTION OF THE ALARM IS NOT AUDIBLE. I HAVE TAKEN THIS TO THE DEALER AND THEY HAVE NO RESOLUTION. THE BLIND SIDE WARNING SYSTEM HAS NO AUDIO","quote_2_odi":"10892542","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A SUBURBAN CITY STREET IN A STRAIGHT LINE WITH NO CARS OR ANY OTHER OBSTRUCTIONS AHEAD OF ME OR BEHIND ME. WITHOUT WARNING, THE CAR ENGAGED ITS EMERGENCY BRAKING THROWING MY DAUGHTER AND ME FORWARD VIOLENTLY INTO OUR SEAT BELTS. WHEN I FELL BACK, THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11691917","quote_3_text":"So I purchased a vehicle from wright drive in El Paso, Texas. I was driving home back to Alamogordo which is 90 miles away, maybe 80 I realized there was no adaptive cruise control. So I messaged dealership. They told me that there was nothing they could do. It's not a safety","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"a8-2015-turbo-failure-stall","label":"Turbocharger failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11417351","quote_1_text":"Car stalled in left turn lane. Restarted with difficulty, and loss of power. No warning lights. Diagnosed by dealer to be failed twin turbochargers. 45688 miles. Replaced under extended warranty. Dangerous as car stalled in an intersection with no prior warning","quote_2_odi":"11185505","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STALLED IN TRAFFIC AND CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. CAR WAS OPERATING NORMALLY, PULLED UP TO A RED LIGHT TO TURN LEFT ON TO BUSY 2-LANE HIGHWAY. ENGINE BEGAN SPUTTERING AND CAR LURCHED FORWARD. LIGHT TURNED GREEN, WAS ABLE TO TURN LEFT ON TO THE ROAD. I GOT 1/3 MILE DOWN THE","quote_3_odi":"11321144","quote_3_text":"CAR RAN ROUGH ON THE WAY HOME FROM PICKING UP TAKE OUT DINNER - METALLIC, RAPID POPPING SOUND COMING FROM ENGINE BAY (FAINT WITH WINDOW UP). CAR DIED WHILE SLOWING AT A STOP LIGHT AND WOULD NOT TURN ON - STEERING WHEEL ALSO LOCKED, POWER BRAKES FAILED. I WAS ABLE TO BRING MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"a8-2015-vibration-at-speed","label":"Vehicle vibration at speed","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10726768","quote_1_text":"CAR VIBRATES ABOVE 35 MILES PER HOUR. IT ALMOST FEELS LIKE SOMETHING IS ABOUT TO GIVE WAY OR FALL APART. I HAVE OWNED SEVERAL OTHER VEHICLES BY THIS MANUFACTURER AND HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED ANY LIKE IT BEFORE. I FEELS LIKE A BAD WHEEL BALANCING PROBLEM. WHEELS HAVE BEEN REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10767369","quote_2_text":"CAR VIBRATES AT ALMOST ANY SPEED OTHER THAN IDLE. I HAVE HAD THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THE VIBRATION CAN BE FELT THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL, THE SEATS AND ON THE DASHBOARD. I CAN'T GET THE CAR FIXED. I HAVE ASKED AUDI TO REPLACE THE CAR IF THEY CAN'T FIX IT. NO","quote_3_odi":"11024716","quote_3_text":"WHEN BRAKING THE CAR VIBRATES, SOMETIMES SO VIOLENTLY THAT IT IS UNSAFE TO KEEP APPLYING THE BRAKES TO CONTROL THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE. CURRENTLY THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN IN SERVICE SINCE JUNE 27, 2015 AND HAS BEEN DRIVEN 21,000 MILES. HOWEVER, THIS VIBRATION HAS BEEN NOTICED EARLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"A8","model_slug":"a8","cluster_id":"a8-2015-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield water leak at upper corner","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11573260","quote_1_text":"Water leaking from passenger side top right corner from windshield. Glass isn’t damaged. Just started leaking for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11572479","quote_2_text":"Leaking windshield on passenger side top left corner","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/a8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-charging-port-connector-fire","label":"Charging port and connector failures, including fires","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11511951","quote_1_text":"Last night, driving home from the airport, I stopped for a charge at an Electrify America charging station in San Diego, CA. Charging station ID is 200143-03. At the start of the charge, the port caught on fire, shot flames about a foot from the car","quote_2_odi":"11553426","quote_2_text":"The contact had pulled into a charging station and had plugged the vehicle in to charge the battery. The contact stated she heard a loud boom 20 minutes after having plugged the vehicle into the charging station","quote_3_odi":"11753477","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Audi e-tron will not charge. The charging indicator turns red after a few seconds and charging stops. The issue happens with both my home charger and Electrify America public chargers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-motor-coolant-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical malfunction warnings and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11460082","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving our Audi e-tron and after several minutes driving she got she got very large red alert that said \"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: MALFUNCTION! - SAFELY STOP VEHICLE\"","quote_2_odi":"11702624","quote_2_text":"At around 87k miles, I was driving into a parking lot and suddenly a “electrical malfunction” warning light appeared on my dashboard followed my many warning lights including 4wd, brake system, and battery","quote_3_odi":"11457485","quote_3_text":"The actual problem is caused by a faulty gasket. Found this below on an auto blog site discussing the Audi E-Tron. The situation described below is potentially extremely dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-recall-93u9-remedy-delay","label":"High-voltage battery recall 93U9 remedy delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11565809","quote_1_text":"A potentially critical self-discharge condition exists in certain high-voltage battery modules that, in some instances, may lead to thermal overload, possibly resulting in smoke or a fire","quote_2_odi":"11659489","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V867000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11653377","quote_3_text":"No specific incident, but the expected resolution date for this recall has been pushed out 3 or 4 times, and now there is no expected resolution date","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-rolls-freely-no-brake-hold","label":"Vehicle rolls in drive or reverse without brake hold","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11464198","quote_1_text":"Vehicle rolls freely in drive and reverse, very dangerous because it is difficult to control on hills and steep driveways. The vehicle will roll in either direction regardless of selected gear with no safety system to keep the vehicle in \"hold\"","quote_2_odi":"11464199","quote_2_text":"Vehicle dangerously rolls backwards on driveway when in drive, the vehicle does not brake hold when in drive or reverse, it will roll either direction freely as if in neutral","quote_3_odi":"11464193","quote_3_text":"When vehicle is in drive or reverse, it rolls forward and backwards when no throttle is applied (as if in neutral), vehicle hit a structure because it rolled back at a rapid pace due to an incline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Water leaking into cabin through sunroof","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11709389","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated that during rainy weather, there was water entering the vehicle through the roof, and water was leaking onto the infotainment system, the shifter, and other electronics","quote_2_odi":"11595973","quote_2_text":"A few months ago, my Audi experienced water ingress through the sunroof, causing water to enter the front of the vehicle. This issue was addressed and repaired by your dealership under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11512885","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi E-Tron. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, there was water leaking from the sunroof of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"e-tron-2019-unintended-forward-collision-braking","label":"Unintended forward collision braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11428558","quote_1_text":"I was traveling down a dip in the road and the Audi Pre Sense initiated emergency braking. There was no vehicle in front, the road ahead was totally clear","quote_2_odi":"11590754","quote_2_text":"Suddenly the brakes engaged hard for a split second and then stopped. While this happened the cockpit display said \"Audi pre sense\" with a red circle icon below","quote_3_odi":"11377182","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A STATE HIGHWAY THE AUDI ADAPTIVE CRUISE ASSIST CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE ERROR MESSAGE DISPLAYS AND DISABLES THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE ASSIST FUNCTION FOR RANDOM/UNKNOWN PERIODS OF TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-brake-regenerative-transition-failure","label":"Brake pedal transition from regenerative to mechanical braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10-11 → 2025-01-31","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11639800","quote_1_text":"When this brake failure occurs, we get to that midway point and the car lets off the regenerative braking but does NOT apply the mechanical brakes, so the end result is that the more you press the brake pedal, the less it works. Three of these five occasions occurred in one day…","quote_2_odi":"11488720","quote_2_text":"Car turns on but won’t move. Take it to dealership as it happens for the second time and turns out the brakes are sticking to the rotors. Audi says it’s perfectly normal just put force to the accelerator. When you do that in fact, it sound like the car is about to split in half","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-coolant-front-motor-failure","label":"Coolant infiltration causing front motor failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05-28 → 2023-06-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466552","quote_1_text":"Dealer said it was a coolant leak into the front motor which killed the electrical motor.  Subsequently discovered from research this has been happening since the 2019 model year in E-trons, and is likely related to a faulty gasket","quote_2_odi":"11439557","quote_2_text":"Car was towed to local Audi Dealership and they informed me that coolant had infiltrated the front motor and needed to be replaced. Then other hoses and parts had to be replaced. I am at 4…","quote_3_odi":"11525033","quote_3_text":"2022 Audi etron. 20,759 miles. Electrical malfunction light came on. Took it to the dealer. Advised Entire front motor needed to be replaced due to coolant seepage into the front motor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-electrical-malfunction-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Electrical system malfunction with loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-11-06 → 2026-04-16","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11569181","quote_1_text":"I was on my commute into work on the highway, traveling 70 mph, and received an \"Electrical System Malfunction - Safety stop vehicle\" error message.  The vehicle immediately started displaying other error messages and the motor turned off, while the vehicle was in motion","quote_2_odi":"11544436","quote_2_text":"Twice in the span of 3 months my 2021 Audi eTron with less than 25K miles shutdown while driving with an error message \"Electrical system: malfunction! Safely stop vehicle.\"  At this point the drive train is completely disengaged and all that can be done is coast to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11439557","quote_3_text":"I got very large red alert that said \"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTION - STOP VEHICLE\". I immediately pulled over to the side of the road into a parking lot just before the electric motors shut down completely. This put myself and my dog in danger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-home-charging-fire-risk","label":"Home charging equipment overheating and fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:MODULE:ACCESSORY ","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11-07 → 2024-03-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11571567","quote_1_text":"If a 220V/240V wall plug becomes overburdened when the compact/portable charging system cable is being used to charge the high-voltage batteries in your vehicle, the home wiring can become overheated. If this happens, overheating of the home infrastructure can eventually cause…","quote_2_odi":"11492539","quote_2_text":"The Audi charger failed and burned the charge point going into the house","quote_3_odi":"11576151","quote_3_text":"Charger overheats  Charger trips breaker  Charging damaged burned wall outlet  Charging damaged breaker","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-hv-battery-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"High-voltage battery recall with no parts available","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01-23 → 2025-09-25","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11571567","quote_1_text":"A potentially critical self-discharge condition exists in certain high-voltage battery modules that, in some instances, may lead to thermal overload, possibly resulting in smoke or a fire. A high-voltage battery overheating increases the risk of a fire","quote_2_odi":"11627497","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V867000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11689755","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V867000 (Electrical System). The part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-mmi-display-blank-screens","label":"MMI and instrument cluster display going blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03-31 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11625675","quote_1_text":"When I am driving, all the screens will go blank, I cannot see my speed, I have no HVAC controls, I am basically driving blind.   To fix the issue, I have to pull over, turn off the ignition, open the driver door, close the driver door, put my foot on the brake, start the car…","quote_2_odi":"11752046","quote_2_text":"Beginning in March 2026, the vehicle developed intermittent Virtual Cockpit/instrument-cluster problems with blank display. I reported the condition to Audi dealer of Princeton NJ.  The vehicle subsequently experienced two dead 12-volt battery incidents and became inoperable.…","quote_3_odi":"11728247","quote_3_text":"This is for the main media interface going blank repeatedly every ~5 minutes or so while driving. Audi charged me for a repair that is a known safetyissue and is covered under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Sunroof spontaneous breakage while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-04-27 → 2025-04-27","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11657083","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway and my sunroof spontaneously exploded.  Nothing hit it, but there was a loud noise like a gunshot and the roof exploded outwards.  Shards of glass landed in front of the car behind me who swerved to avoid them","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11-30 → 2026-03-31","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11557530","quote_1_text":"On approximately 6 occasions, the car would come to an abrupt stop while traveling at about 35-45mph. I contacted Audi North Austin to have these issues looked at. I was given an appointment that was about two months out. In any case, this lea to the first visit to your service…","quote_2_odi":"11728417","quote_2_text":"My drive motors keep failing (so far 3 times) and my emergency braking abruptly stops my vehicle when no true danger is present and I’m in complete control of my vehicle. Currently my vehicle has a constant shuddering while braking which doesn’t feel safe because it’s not…","quote_3_odi":"11495452","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while at a complete stop at a traffic light in the middle of an intersection, the vehicle lunged 2-3 ft. forward. A message indicating a possible forward collision was displayed. The vehicle then turned off independently. The contact was able to restart the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-brake-pedal-loss-rotor","label":"Brake pedal loss and rotor pulsation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03-03 → 2026-05-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11510001","quote_1_text":"On 3 separate  occasions brake pedal went all the way to the floor without stopping the vehicle.   Pumping the brake pedal did not help as  brake pedal  went to the floor each time.    After a few panic pumps all of sudden brakes worked as if nothing had happen","quote_2_odi":"11485438","quote_2_text":"The brakes all of a sudden failed. We were at an elementary school in carpool line - near children- the brake pedal did not work at all, nothing. Warning message to stop driving brake failure. The Audi-Sense alert did at least put on the emergency parking brake before hitting a…","quote_3_odi":"11735621","quote_3_text":"Brakes were replaced by Audi with genuine Audi parts and within 2 months, the brake rotors became warped, requiring a resurfacing. After driving another 2 months, they once again became warped, making the entire car lurch and shake during braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-camera-adas-software-crash","label":"Camera and ADAS software system crashes","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05-15 → 2025-11-24","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701360","quote_1_text":"The vehicles software system regularly crashes and/or does not load leaving all camera functionality and safety alerts inoperable. I have had the vehicle in to address these concerns 5 times with no resolve from the manufacturer. Even with video evidence they claim the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11522103","quote_2_text":"Back up camera did not work and was unavailable. Car was in reverse and stationary. Issue was intermittent. Did not work three times in a row and then resolved itself. See attached photo","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-door-latch-failure","label":"Driver door latch incomplete closure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05-06 → 2026-05-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11736149","quote_1_text":"From time to time the driver's door does not latch completely so the door is only partially closing. Dealer was able to duplicate the problem but will not replace (estimated cost for new door latch is just under $800.) at their expense. It appears that others have had the same…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system malfunction with loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10-26 → 2026-02-23","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11644045","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the interstate freeway in normal conditions when my 2022 Audi E-tron suddenly showed a message \"Electrical system malfunction!\" and  lost all power to the motors.  Thankfully I was in the rightmost lane already and I was able to steer and coast over to the…","quote_2_odi":"11586928","quote_2_text":"This time, after 3 months, the same sign came on, electrical system failure, plus all wheel drive faiture. While driving to the dealership the car stopped abbraptlly on the highway and we had to call a tow truck. This was scary because the car stopped and just would not move","quote_3_odi":"11719794","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle independently switched to SAFE Mode and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the mileage range was reduced, and the battery recharging time increased. The failure…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron","model_slug":"e-tron","cluster_id":"etron-2022-hv-battery-recall-delay","label":"High-voltage battery recall remedy unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12-20 → 2026-02-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11641647","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while charging the vehicle, the contact noticed that the charging outlet was burned and melted, and the juice box, the plug, and the charging cable had melted, nearly causing the contact's residence to catch on fire. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where…","quote_2_odi":"11634140","quote_2_text":"Audi recalled my EV (2022 Audi E-tron) months ago, stating there exists a fire hazard associated with these vehicles. Audi has not provided any effective remedy. The sole advice offered was to refrain from charging the battery beyond 80%. However, Audi has not substantiated the…","quote_3_odi":"11648559","quote_3_text":"Audi issued a recall notice in December 2023 regarding the high voltage battery possibly causing a fire. In the past 15 months since the recall I have not received any correspondence from Audi on a fix. I have checked with my Audi service manager several times and he stated Audi…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/e-tron","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-brake-failure","label":"Partial brake failure and brakes sticking to rotors","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11639800","quote_1_text":"On five separate occasions across two separate drivers, we have experienced a partial brake failure in this vehicle. We strongly believe this to be a software defect and not a mechanical fault","quote_2_odi":"11488720","quote_2_text":"Car turns on but won’t move. Take it to dealership as it happens for the second time and turns out the brakes are sticking to the rotors. Audi says it’s perfectly normal just put force to the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system malfunction shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11530172","quote_1_text":"Repeated sudden loss of forward propulsion power associated with multiple warning messages about drive system and electrical system malfunction. Because the problem is sudden and the car has no forward propulsion power the car is left blocking traffic with occupants still inside","quote_2_odi":"11444100","quote_2_text":"Vehicle traveling when electrical systems malfunction message came on. Said pull over safely and call for service. After car was slowed to a stop, the vehicle was disabled with no forward or reverse drive possible. The car was stranded close to the middle right of the street","quote_3_odi":"11388967","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE SHUTS OFF AND SLAMS INTO PARK WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. VEHICLE WILL THEN REFUSE TO RESTART FOR ABOUT 15 SECONDS AND I AM UNABLE MOVE THE VEHICLE FROM PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-front-motor-coolant","label":"Front motor failure from coolant intrusion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11466552","quote_1_text":"E-Tron with 9300 miles, received Electrical Malfunction: Contact Service. Audi service said to bring vehicle in. On way to dealer, warning changed to Electrical Malfunction: Pull over safely and then, before being able to do so, the vehicle jerked and died while in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11439557","quote_2_text":"Car was towed to local Audi Dealership and they informed me that coolant had infiltrated the front motor and needed to be replaced. Then other hoses and parts had to be replaced. I am at 4 weeks without my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11525033","quote_3_text":"2022 Audi etron. 20,759 miles. Electrical malfunction light came on. Took it to the dealer. Advised Entire front motor needed to be replaced due to coolant seepage into the front motor. Seems to be a very common problem and a 2 week+ turnaround","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-home-charger","label":"Home charging equipment overheating and damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11492539","quote_1_text":"The Audi charger failed and burned the charge point going into the house","quote_2_odi":"11576151","quote_2_text":"Charger overheats Charger trips breaker Charging damaged burned wall outlet Charging damaged breaker","quote_3_odi":"11508949","quote_3_text":"CHARGEPOINT, INC manufacturers defective electric motor vehicle chargers for residential use. Chargepoint's initially worked upon delivery and installation by a certified/license electrician","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-hv-battery-recall-delay","label":"High-voltage battery recall part unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11689755","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi E-Tron. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V867000 (Electrical System). The part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11567324","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi E-Tron. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V867000 (Electrical System) and 23V842000 (Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11571567","quote_3_text":"There are 2 active/open recalls for my 2021 Audi etron vehicle. The recalls were initiated by the manufacturer 2 months ago and there currently are no repairs available for either recall. Both recalls present a severe safety risk to consumers and present risks to their homes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"e-tron Sportback","model_slug":"e-tron-sportback","cluster_id":"audi-e-tron-sportback-2021-mmi-display-blanking","label":"Instrument display and infotainment blanking while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11752046","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Audi e-tron with approximately 58000 miles. Beginning in March 2026, the vehicle developed intermittent Virtual Cockpit/instrument-cluster problems with blank display","quote_2_odi":"11728247","quote_2_text":"This is for the main media interface going blank repeatedly every ~5 minutes or so while driving. Audi charged me for a repair that is a known safetyissue and is covered under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11625675","quote_3_text":"My Audi E-tron has a consistant problem with the MMI (Multi Media Interface, the main computer for the car). When I am driving, all the screens will go blank, I cannot see my speed, I have no HVAC controls, I am basically driving blind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/e-tron-sportback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-clock-spring-horn-airbag","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11599198","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the horn became inoperable and additionally, the hand controls were not functioning as needed","quote_2_odi":"11459821","quote_2_text":"The Clock Spring is not functioning in our 2015 Audi Q3. The horn is non-functioning and we were told by the Audi dealership, after waiting for that part for three months, that there is a 50-50 chance that the driver air bag will not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11420470","quote_3_text":"The contact also stated that all the buttons on the steering wheel failed to operate when engaged such as the radio and windshield wipers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-intake-manifold-carbon-buildup","label":"Intake manifold carbon buildup and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11731952","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experiences sudden, intermittent loss of motive power, severe engine hesitation, and stalling while operating at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11736168","quote_2_text":"Following an intake manifold repair, the dealership’s service staff identified carbon buildup and fouled spark plugs as a necessary repair, while the manufacturer (Audi of America) has reclassified it as 'maintenance' to avoid coverage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"2.0L TFSI oil consumption and catastrophic engine failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11741103","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate at highway speed, the red oil pressure warning light illuminated suddenly and without prior warning","quote_2_odi":"11574275","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the oil light remained illuminated. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who confirmed that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-rear-suspension-corrosion","label":"Rear suspension control arm corrosion and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11561616","quote_1_text":"I have 2015 Audi Q3 is very unsafe suspension. The rear lower arm worn out & unsafe to drive & very dangerous, risk to Accident","quote_2_odi":"11551041","quote_2_text":"The contact was informed that the failure was due to rusted rear trailing arms, bolts, shocks, and coil springs","quote_3_odi":"11516246","quote_3_text":"We had the vehicle towed to the Audi dealership (Mohegan Lake Audi) and they said the rear control arms cracked. They say it rusted through causing it to crack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-sunroof-mirror-visibility","label":"Sunroof and rearview mirror visibility defects","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10850700","quote_1_text":"REARVIEW MIRROR OPENED UP AND FELL OFF WITH WIRES DANGLING, WHEN TRYING TO ADJUST HAPPENED TWICE,HAD TO TAKE TO DEALER , HE SAYS SAYS ONLY TO ME? BLOCKS FRONT VISION AS WELL AS REAR VIEW","quote_2_odi":"10822010","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF WOULD CONTINUE TO CLOSE EVEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"11291119","quote_3_text":"AUDI Q3 WHEN IT RAINS WATER LEAKS SOMEWHERE IN THE BACK OF MY CAR MOST LIKELY THE SUNROOF AND IT'S NOT DRAINING PROPERLY SO THE SEATBELTS ARE ALL SOAKING WET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2015-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11388913","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN JUMPED AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11329697","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN FAILURE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11318290","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 Q3 IS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM TIMING CHAIN FAILURE LINED IN THE 2019 RECALL FOR MODELS FROM 2008-2014","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2016-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Airbag clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11488316","quote_1_text":"My vehicle's Airbag clock spring control unit has failed and does not work. This happened in June 2022. This part controls my airbag, my horn, vehicle display unit and other functions like the radio controls along with navigation. I had this confirmed by my","quote_2_odi":"11415157","quote_2_text":"MY AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON , SCAN SAYS THAT IGNITER IS SHORTING TOO GROUND, PASSANGER SIDE ISSUE Q3 'S ARE BUILT ON THE A3 PLATFORM AND SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER THE A3 AIRBAG RECALL 2015-2019","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2016-electrical-malfunction-inoperable","label":"Electrical malfunction leaving vehicle inoperable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10919711","quote_1_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS (8/26/16, 9/23/16, 9/26/16, 10/2/16, 10/27/16) THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START AS IT IS NOT RECOGNIZING THE KEYS. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM SAYS \"NO KEY IDENTIFIED.\" AFTER MORE THAN ONE TRY TO START THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE LOCKS. THE CAR HAS BEEN TO","quote_2_odi":"11041341","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM HAS FAILED TWICE WITH NO WARNING. THE CAR HAD TO TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP THE FIRST TIME TO HAVE THE BATTERY REPLACED. THE SECOND TIME WE COULD JUMP IT AND DRIVE IT THERE AND THEY REPLACED THE BATTERY AGAIN. THE DEALERSHIP ADVISED THAT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2016-highway-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine power loss during highway driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11184933","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI Q3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START PROPERLY AND WOULD CONSTANTLY DECELERATE WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED THE FAILURES OFTEN. ALSO, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE","quote_2_odi":"11619127","quote_2_text":"I was driving through Franconia Notch on [XXX] when my engine suddenly started to slow down my speed I was on a part of highway that had no pull off and was one lane divided highway. I was no longer able to able to maintain a speed over 40 mph and no where to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2016-oil-consumption-pistons","label":"Excessive oil consumption from worn pistons and rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11745833","quote_1_text":"The engine oil consumption rate is alarming going thru quarts or entire oil change in a week or two of driving depending how much it was driven. Audi has admitted the pistons are at fault along with piston rings. It is unsafe and can cause engine to seize up","quote_2_odi":"11640285","quote_2_text":"Had pistons and rings replaced by Audi dealership. After repairs were completed my car was burning through excessive amounts of oil. The engine seized while I was driving on highway. A replacement engine was installed after that by Audi. Now have clusters","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2016-rear-tire-blowout","label":"Rear tire blowout without impact","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11399030","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, ALL OF THE SUDDEN THE CAR LOSES CONTROL AND IS FISHTAILING. I WAS ABLE TO REGAIN CONTROL AND PULL OFF THE ROAD AT AN EXIT RAMP. THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE WAS COMPLETELY BLOWN OUT. I DO NOT RECALL RUNNING OVER","quote_2_odi":"11428252","quote_2_text":"255/40 R19 100H Rear driver side tire spontaneously blew while parked. Tire side wall shows about 1.5 inch linear mark with irregular border (not cut by a person but occurred naturally). Also has a near by person's dash cam video showing gun like \"pop\" sound","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2018-clock-spring-airbag-fault","label":"Clock spring failure disabling steering controls and airbag","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11445347","quote_1_text":"noticed a clicking sound in the steering column that was intermittent; after a week, the airbag light lit up and stayed lit ... per the manual, contacted Audi immediately for service","quote_2_odi":"11523546","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Audi Q3 had a defective clock spring which caused the buttons on the steering wheel to not work and the airbag to not work. This is apparently a known issue with certain volkswagen manufactured clock springs and there is a recall on the VW cars and not on the Audi","quote_3_odi":"11527088","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q3. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the steering wheel hand activated controls ceased functioning. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2018-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11601595","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q3. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred","quote_2_odi":"11521999","quote_2_text":"My daughter was driving with her brother and a friend and stopped at an intersection on red signal. The car stopped and would not start","quote_3_odi":"11455494","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q3. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2018-sunroof-shatters","label":"Sunroof or moonroof glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11552312","quote_1_text":"Heard a loud exploding sound while driving down the street. Quickly realized that the sunroof exploded and shattered on it own. No impact and nothing fell on it","quote_2_odi":"11466309","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded today while driving at highway speeds. Broken glass gave way. Car was not struck by any objects before the glass failed","quote_3_odi":"11145136","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT DUSK AT 50MPH WHEN THE SUNROOF IN MY Q3 SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED INTO A MILLION PIECES AND RAINED GLASS DOWN ON ME. I WAS UNHARMED AND ABLE TO EXIT, BUT IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT AS IT WAS A TREMENDOUSLY LOUD AND STARTLING EVENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2018-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall damage and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720022","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q3 equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Conti ProContact, Tire Size: 255/40/19, DOT Number: (NA). While driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact experienced a blowout. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and replaced the tire","quote_2_odi":"11494139","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the tire pressure monitor indicated that the driver’s side rear tire pressure was low","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2020-brake-pulsation-rotor-wear","label":"Brake pedal pulsation and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11387372","quote_1_text":"THE CAR MAKES AN UNUSUAL NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES WHENEVER I USE THEM. THIS IS NOT NORMAL AND USUALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHEN BRAKE PADS ARE WORN TO THE POINT OF HAVING LITTLE TO NO BRAKING MATERIAL LEFT. I MENTIONED THIS TO THE DEALER BEFORE I TOOK DELIVERY AND WAS TOLD IT WAS","quote_2_odi":"11413350","quote_2_text":"AS IN PAST INSTANCE RELATED TO THE DIESEL ENGINE FUEL CONSUMPTION CASE, AUDI IS HIDING THE FACT THAT THEIR BRAKE ROTORS FOR THE Q3 2020 MODEL HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE ROTORS ARE PRODUCED WARPED FROM THE FACTORY AND IT MAY CAUSE VARIOUS BREAKING ISSUES AS THE MILEAGE","quote_3_odi":"11564901","quote_3_text":"Found that at highway speed when you apply brakes the pedal pulsates and shudders. I now have 17,900 miles on it and the pulsation is getting worse. To my regret we did not take a very long test ride when buying. I have not lost control or had any accident, but I Googled the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2020-driver-assist-malfunction","label":"Lane keep assist and forward collision system malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11277933","quote_1_text":"THE LANE-DEPARTURE ASSIST DOES NOT ALWAYS RECOGNIZE THE TAR LINES ON THE ROAD AS NON-LINES. THE LANE DEPARTURE ASSIST ALMOST PULLED ME INTO A GUARD RAIL ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN EXITING!!! THIS HAS HAPPENED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND IS TERRIFYING! IT TAKES QUITE A BIT OF STRENGTH TO","quote_2_odi":"11319106","quote_2_text":"THE PRESENSE FRONT IS DOES NOT WORK AS DESIGNED. I HAVE PROVIDED AUDI WITH VIDEOS SHOWING THE PRESENSE NOT WORKING AT ALL UNDER CONDITIONS THEY STATE IT SHOULD AND ALSO DID A TEST DRIVE WITH THE DEALER WHO STATED IT WAS NOT WORKING AS DESIGNED BUT COULD NOT DO ANYTHING SINCE","quote_3_odi":"11537356","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a highway at 65 miles per hour, it was a rental car and the car automatically short stopped by itself and i was unable to move it. the dashboard lights looked like they were blinking and then my car was hit from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2020-engine-stall-limp-mode","label":"Engine stall or limp mode during auto start-stop cycle","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11384966","quote_1_text":"DRIVE SYSTEM MALFUNCTION- 05DEC2020 AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE CITY STREET (35MPH) THE SPEED STALLED(DECELERATED) AT 12MPH, I PRESSED ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN IN ORDER TO INCREASE THE SPEED BUT WILL NOT INCREASE. I PULLED TO THE SIDE AND STOPPED AND THEN TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"11396083","quote_2_text":"AFTER STOPPING AT A SIGN ON A BUSY ROAD, THE ENGINE FULLY SHUT DOWN AFTER A SECOND OR TWO OF ACCELERATION. A WARNING CAME ON THE DASH TO PULL CAR OVER AND CALL DEALER. THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY DEAD, BUT I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. AFTER THINKING ABOUT THE SITUATION FOR","quote_3_odi":"11404126","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED MY AUDI 2020 Q3 IN NOVEMBER 2019. SINCE THE PURCHASE, ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE CAR HAS FAILED TO ACCELERATE UNDER VERY SPECIFIC SPEED CONDITIONS. IN EACH CASE, THE VEHICLE HAD SLOWED EITHER DUE TO A SHARP CURVE WHILE ENTERING A FREEWAY OR FOR A SLOWER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2020-steering-lock-start-stop","label":"Steering wheel lock-up after auto start-stop restart","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11277932","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE AUTO START-STOP FUNCTION ACTIVATES (TURNING THE ENGINE OFF), THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKS. THE CAR CAN CONTINUE TO ROLL WHEN YOU LET YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE TO START MOVING AGAIN, BUT THE STEERING WHEEL REMAINS LOCKED NOT ALLOWING YOU TO STEER THE CAR WHEN NECESSARY. I","quote_2_odi":"11300896","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY AUDI Q3 ON DECEMBER 21 AND ON DECEMBER 22 I STARTED NOTICING ISSUES WITH THE STEERING, SPECIFICALLY RELATED TO THE AUTO STOP/START FUNCTION. NOW, AS DETAILED BELOW, I DID NOT HAVE A POSITIVE EXPERIENCE WITH MY PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE, SO WHEN I STARTED TO NOTICE THE","quote_3_odi":"11317773","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A 3-4 SECOND DELAY IN THE STEERING ASSIST AFTER ENGINE RESTARTS FROM A START/STOP EVENT. (AUTO START/STOP FEATURE) I ALMOST GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE I EXPECTED THE POWER STEERING TO BE ACTIVE WHILE THE CAR IS ON. I ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ON A TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"audi-q3-2020-sunroof-water-leak-electrical","label":"Sunroof water leak into overhead electrical panel","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11463825","quote_1_text":"Every time it rain water comes into the vehicle.So it happen from the overhead panel and it mess with the light and it stay on .So where the lights are the water comes out and falls on the phone charger, usb outlet and the gears parking, drive etc.I took the vehicle to the","quote_2_odi":"11616769","quote_2_text":"The Sun roof is leaking into the cabin through the overhead control panel and the driver door","quote_3_odi":"11754419","quote_3_text":"The sunroof leaked during rain causing both known and unknown damage to electrical components in the overhead panel. Lights came on and went off intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-backup-camera-parking-chime","label":"Rearview camera and parking chime malfunctions","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11613189","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera is not reliable.  It sometimes fails to engage or becomes covered up by another graphics layer such as the user authentication screen. In some cases it comes late or the steering angles lines are rendered very late or missing","quote_2_odi":"11504228","quote_2_text":"The Audio MMI (MIB3) fails to duck audio sources consistently and as a result may play entertainment audio on top of the parking collision chimes.  The parking collision chimes are not playing.  Shifting out of drive into reverse or park and back to drive will cause the chimes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-electrical-multi-system","label":"Multi-system electrical warning cascade","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11674730","quote_1_text":"The electrical system in the car had failed producing multiple warnings ranging from: speed control system: currently unavailable. See owner's manual Audi pre sense: currently limited. See owner's manual Audi pre sense: malfunction! Please contact service Tire pressure…","quote_2_odi":"11535639","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was idling and came to a complete stop and stopped the engine and then an electrical malfunction message appeared and the car wouldn’t start back up. Various error messages started to appear on the drivers display (tpms, abs stabilization, lane assistance disabled)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-fuel-system-issues","label":"Fuel system faults and check engine events","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11632611","quote_1_text":"The fuel pump is what the issues is with my 2022 Audi Q3 it has been replaced twice in three years of me having the vehicle the first time was in November 2022 a year after I got it came out of the store, and it would not start","quote_2_odi":"11735955","quote_2_text":"Coolant leak was detected, multiple cracks in water pump. Once fixed 2 days later coolant got into wiring harness and caused multi system failure, car stalled on the freeway. Cost over $5k to fix at certified Audi dealer. Recall only covered until year 2021 and I have a 2022…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-lane-departure-assist","label":"Lane departure assist erratic behavior and dropouts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11577019","quote_1_text":"On delivery of the vehicle, I noticed that in highway conditions the system consistently steered the vehicle to hug the right side of the lane.  I had to “fight” to keep the vehicle in the middle of the lane.      Also, the Advanced Driver Assist Lane Guidance feature randomly…","quote_2_odi":"11445715","quote_2_text":"The autopilot feature engaged and took control of the car. I could not wrestle control back even after I turn the car off and back on. I had to fight the car for 32 miles. From Fort Lauderdale to Boca Raton, FL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability delays","component_code":"EQUIPMENT, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11525654","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V806000 (Equipment, Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An undisclosed dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The…","quote_2_odi":"11505371","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V673000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for the recall repair; however, the contact was informed that parts for the recall repair were unavailable. The vehicle remained at the dealer…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-sunroof-glass-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466700","quote_1_text":"Driving on sunny day, 92 degrees. Turned AC on full blast and heard gunshot sound, sunroof glass completely exploded. Landed inside cabin and cut the driver and passenger, as the glass was incredibly sharp. Audi dealership will not even see vehicle, and stating that it is my…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q3","model_slug":"q3","cluster_id":"q3-2022-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof water intrusion into cabin and lighting","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741813","quote_1_text":"water began leaking through the front edge of the sunroof despite the sunroof never being opened prior to the issue. The leak was not caused by clogged drains or lack of maintenance.  Water entered through the overhead console, resulting in failure of the interior lighting…","quote_2_odi":"11658803","quote_2_text":"Water constantly leak from ceiling light in vehicle. Sunroof seal either need replaced. Leaking roof pose a serious risk of meeting in accident for it tamper with vision and electrical components. Passenger side rear door also making unseen sound","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2009-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11507755","quote_1_text":"I was in an accident where I hit a herd of elk. My car was totaled. The airbags did not deploy and they definitely should have","quote_2_odi":"10765108","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE SPUN AROUND AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11337443","quote_3_text":"RIGHT SIDE PASSENGER TRIM FOR AIRBAG IS LOOSE AND HAS BEEN DETECTED IN OTHER CASES TO HAVE POSSIBILITY OF BEING INEFFECTIVE IN DEPLOYING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2009-front-wheel-bearing-noise","label":"Front wheel bearing noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10972360","quote_1_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL MAKES A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE WHEN BRAKING AND OVER ANY SMALL BUMPS ON THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"10927027","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL BEARING MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2009-plastic-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Plastic fuel pump fracture and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11375670","quote_1_text":"FUEL LEAKING FROM FUEL PUMP UNDER PASSENGER 'S SEAT AFRAID TO DRIVER IT BECAUSE AS LONG AS THE ENGINE IS RUNNING THE FUEL CONTINUE TOO LEAK WHETHER THE CAR IS MOVING OR STATIONARY!!","quote_2_odi":"10873649","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PLASTIC FUEL PUMP IN THE FUEL TANK WAS FRACTURED AND RELEASED FUEL BENEATH THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10596941","quote_3_text":"THEN WE NOTICED A STRONG GAS SMELL COMING FROM THE CAR. WE BROUGHT THE CAR IN FOR SERVICE AND IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE PLASTIC FUEL PUMP IN THE GAS TANK HAD DEVELOPED FRACTURES AND WAS SPRAYING FUEL UNDER THE CAR BENEATH THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2009-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11091615","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER AIRBAG MAY EXPLODE IN A CRASH WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. SHARP METAL FRAGMENTS CAN HIT PEOPLE AND CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH","quote_2_odi":"10979704","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL IT HAS BEEN OVER A YEAR SINCE I FIRST REQUESTED THAT AUDI OF BELLEVUE HANDLE MY AIRBAG RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10928432","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL . IT HAS BEEN OVER 6 MONTHS SINCE RECEIVING A NOTICE FROM AUDI NORTH AMERICA RELATING TO THE TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-fuel-pump-flange-crack","label":"Fuel pump flange cracking and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11580078","quote_1_text":"IN TANK FUEL PUMP CRACKED ON TOP ,LEAKING FUEL TO FLANGE AND ELECTRICAL CONECTION ON TOP OF TANK AND DOWN TO UNDER VEHICLE .NO RECALL ON AUDI SITE FOR THIS YEAR -2010 VEHICLE HAS 138000 MILES ONLY . i WAS NOT EXPECTING MATERIAL PROBLEM -PLASTIC NOT SUITABLE FOR FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10836667","quote_2_text":"STARTED TO NOTICE A FUEL SMELL INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. IT BECAME SO BAD THAT THE CAR WAS UNDRIVEABLE. UPON INSPECTION THE TOP OF THE FUEL FILTER, (WHICH IS PART OF THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY), IN THE GAS TANK WAS LEAKING PROFUSELY ALONG A MOLD INJECTION LINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-headlight-intermittent-failure","label":"Left headlight intermittent failure while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10875925","quote_1_text":"LEFT HEADLIGHT DIP LIGHT COMES ON WHEN I AM DRIVING AND HIT A HIGHWAY BUMP AND THEN THE LEFT HEADLIGHT FAILS. WHEN I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN TURN THE CAR BACK ON THE LIGHT WORKS AND THE DIP WARNING LIGHT GOES OFF","quote_2_odi":"10787474","quote_2_text":"LH DIPPED LIGHTING FLICKERS OFF AFTER ABOUT 1 MIN. IT WILL NOT COME BACK UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS RESTARTED. PROBLEM WILL REOCCUR AS PER ABOVE. IT SOUNDS LIKE A COMMON PROBLEM THAT SHOULD BE REPAIRED BY THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-sunroof-windshield-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion from sunroof and windshield seals","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11154764","quote_1_text":"2010 AUDI Q5 PREMIUM PLUS. ORIGINAL WINDSHIELD IS LEAKING. UPPER RIGHT CORNER IS NOT SEALED PROPERLY SO THE WATER IS LEAKING ON THE A PILLAR. SERVICE ADVISER FROM LOCAL AUDI DEALERSHIP TOLD US AFTER CHECKING AND TESTING THEY SAID THAT THE ORIGINAL WINDSHIELD IS LEAKING","quote_2_odi":"10970312","quote_2_text":"WE ARE AWARE THAT THERE WAS A DIFFERENT RECALL THAT DID NOT INCLUDE OUR CAR THAT CAUSED CORROSION IN THE PANELING OF THE CAR FROM THE MOON ROOF AND IT WAS POSSIBLY CAUSING AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY. WE HAVE BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP TO BE SERVICED AND THEY HAVE EXPLAINED TO US THAT THERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11170619","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V082000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. AUDI SOUTH HAMPTON (51 MONTAUK HWY, WATER MILL, NY 11976,","quote_2_odi":"10862224","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL HEARD FROM THE CALL, DON'T FEEL SAFE TO DRIVE ANYMORE. CALLED THE AUDIUSA CUSTOMER SERVICE THREE TIMES, THEY WERE ASKING THE DEALER TO TAKE CARE OF IT, BUT THE DEALER DID NOT CALL ME. THE AUDIUSA CUSTOMER SERVICE WAS NOT ABLE TO ANSWER MY QUESTION ABOUT WHETHER THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-transmission-hesitation-surge","label":"Transmission hesitation and surge at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2010-05","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10329087","quote_1_text":"CAR SOMETIMES HAS A HARD DOWNSHIFT FROM 2ND TO 1ST AND A HARD UP SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND. IT MAKES A CLUNK NOISE AND CAUSES TO CAR TO JERK AND OR LUNGE. I SEE MANY COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET FOR THIS ISSUE AND I THINK I WAS SOLD THIS AUTO WITHOUT DISCLOSURE OF AN KNOWN ISSUE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10302595","quote_2_text":"MY BRAND NEW 2010 AUDI Q5 EXHIBITED TWO DANGEROUS TRANSMISSION RELATED PROBLEMS WITHIN THE FIRST COUPLE WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP IN JANUARY 2010. BOTH ISSUES WERE INTERMITTENT AND UNPREDICTABLE. FIRST, UPON SLOWING TO A STOP, JUST PRIOR TO COMPLETE STOP THE CAR WOULD SUDDENLY SURGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2010-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2010-12","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10371909","quote_1_text":"MY AUDI Q5 HAS BARELY 5000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER AND HAS BEEN THROUGH ITS FIRST SERVICE A WEEK BACK. THIS MORNING WHILE DRIVING TO WORK THE COOLANT LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALER. WAS LATER INFORMED THAT IT WAS THE WATER PUMP THAT WAS THE CAUSE OF","quote_2_odi":"10366212","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS SITTING OVERNIGHT IN SUB FREEZING TEMPERATURES (APPROX 30 DEGREES F). STARTED THE VEHICLE AND DROVE THE VEHICLE FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BLOWER MOTOR WAS NO LONGER BLOWING HOT AIR INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR, AND SOON THE LOW COOLANT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11504366","quote_1_text":"Accident head on collision with wall airbags didn't deploy","quote_2_odi":"11021252","quote_2_text":"TOOK SUV IN FOR RECALL X3 (2) SEPARATE DEALERS, WAS TOLD THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PART IN YET TO REPLACE IT. I WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION THIS PAST JANUARY 2017 THE AIR BAG DIDNT DEPLOIT","quote_3_odi":"11005433","quote_3_text":"ITS BEEN OVER A YEAR I AM AWARE OF THE RECALL, I HAVE BEEN SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES AT 2 DIFFERENT DEALERS BOTH STATE THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE PARTS TO COMPLETE THIS RECALL. IN JANUARY 2017 I WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10607753","quote_1_text":"THE AUDI 2.0T ENGINE IS KNOWN TO HAVE ISSUES WITH SIGNIFICANT OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CAR HAS BEEN AT AUDI WITH THIS ISSUE SEVERAL TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11288637","quote_2_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. UNDER ANY ACCELERATION, SMOKE COMES OUT THE EXHAUST. USES ABOUT 1 QUART OF OIL PER 300 MILES. LEAK DOWN TEST WAS DONE, SHOWING LEAKAGE PAST PISTON RINGS. RESULTING IN A COMPLETE REBUILD OF ENGINE COSTING ME $5,000 PLUS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump flange leak and gas odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11150750","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SMELLS TO RAW GAS SITTING IN THE GARAGE. WHEN I GET IN IT THE ISIDE SMELLS TO RAW GAS ALSO. I AM NOT GETTING ANY WARNING SIGNS","quote_2_odi":"11438656","quote_2_text":"My car smells like gas, I took it to the dealership ans they said my fuel pump flange is leaking gas","quote_3_odi":"10898382","quote_3_text":"THE INDOOR ODOR OF THE CAR SMELLED STRONG OF GAS. THE AREA AROUND OR UNDER THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DRY. THE SMELL WAS PREVALENT WHILE MOVING OR PARKED. THE GAS TANK WAS DRY AT THE NOZZLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11759438","quote_1_text":"1) The rear structural subframe (crossmember) has completely rotted, perforated, and failed due to severe corrosion. The factory-installed plastic underbody rock shields trapped road salt and water, causing the frame to rust from the inside out. The corrosion has spread","quote_2_odi":"11755002","quote_2_text":"During an inspection of my 2011 Audi Q5 at Audi Burlington, severe corrosion was discovered on the rear subframe, which supports rear suspension components","quote_3_odi":"11655321","quote_3_text":"Rear subframe rust causing car to fail state inspection. This vehicle has been maintained well and always parked in garage. The rear subframe rusted most, then front subframe. This is a common compliant among Audi forum users","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10946823","quote_1_text":"THIS AIRBAG RECALL WAS ISSUED A YEAR AGO AND NO REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE WHILE MORE PEOPLE HAVE CONTINUED TO DIE. AN IMMEDIATE SOLUTION NEEDS TO BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR MYSELF AND OTHERS SO THAT NO MORE LIVES ARE SENSELESSLY LOST","quote_2_odi":"11057310","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL THEY HAVE NOT RELEASED A FIX TO MY DEALER FOR THIS PROBLEM AND NOW THEY ARE FILING CHAPTER 11. WHAT DO I NEED IN ORDER TO FIX THIS ISSUE?","quote_3_odi":"10944971","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL STILL NO SOLUTION. I CAN'T TRADE THIS VEHICLE IN AND I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE. AUDI DOESN'T KNOW WHEN THEIR WILL BE A SOLUTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11099976","quote_1_text":"ENGINE FAIL DUE TO THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER","quote_2_odi":"11229664","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER FAILED, CAR BECAME COMPLETELY INOPERABLE. STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF A MAJOR INTERSECTION IN RUSH HOUR","quote_3_odi":"11220412","quote_3_text":"UPON ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE, THE TIMING CHAIN SLIPPED CAUSING PISTONS TO HIT INTAKE VALVES, WRECKING ENGINE. ONLY 77,000 MILES ON VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2011-transmission-shift-jerk","label":"Transmission shift jerk and gearbox malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11252024","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFT GEARS VERY BAD, WHILE BREAKING, FROM 2 GEAR TO 1ST GEAR CAR \"JUMPS\" FORWARD, I SEEN A LOT OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT IT. SOMETHIMES WHEN I PUT IN TO REVERSE, IT TAKES A MINUTE UNTIL IT START DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10715906","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION OFTEN JERKS WHEN SLOWING DOWN BELOW 10 MPH, CAR JERKS FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"11024538","quote_3_text":"WHILE TAKING A LEFT TURN ACROSS TRAFFIC, THE AUDI Q5 3.2 TRANSMISSION FAILED WHILE SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR. THE AUDI Q5 STALLED AND STOPPED AND WOULD NOT CONTINUE TO DRIVE. THE ENGINE SEEMED TO BE WORKING PROPERLY; HOWEVER, THE GEARS WOULD NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-coolant-pump-fire","label":"Coolant pump leak and engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11036035","quote_1_text":"AUXILIARY WATER PUMP CAUGHT ON FIRE. CAR WAS PARKED. NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER HOOD. OPENED HOOD AND FOUND FLAMES (VERY SMALL). WAS ABLE TO PUT IT OUT WITHOUT VEHICLE DAMAGE. TOWED TO DEALER AND AM AWAITING RESULTS FROM AUDI","quote_2_odi":"11103602","quote_2_text":"NO INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED.....YET. THIS IS A RECALL FOR THE ELECTRICAL COOLANT PUMP. 19N4. NOTICE RECEIVED 6/22/18","quote_3_odi":"10882444","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE STOPPED AT THE HIGHWAY AT AROUND 65MPH DUE TO COOLANT LEAK/WATER PUMP LEAK. EMERGENCY STOP TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WAS NECESSARY AS WELL AS VEHICLE TOWING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11548190","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q5. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The low oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that she had been adding a quart of oil to the vehicle every 200 miles driven","quote_2_odi":"11354980","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. MY ENGINE BURNS EXCESSIVE OIL. I HAVE TO ADD MORE OIL AFTER DRIVING EVERY FEW 100 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11257129","quote_3_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION- I LITERALLY JUST GOT AN OIL CHANGE LESS THAN 90 DAYS AGO AND I NEED MORE OIL. THIS IS A USED VEHICLE PURCHASE FOR US AND HAS HAPPEN TWICE SINCE WE HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE- LESS THAN A YEAR! EVERY SO MANY MILES I'M ADDING A QUART OF OIL!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-steering-notchiness","label":"Notchy electromechanical steering feel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10501368","quote_1_text":"STEERING HAS A NOTCHINES TO IT. DIFFICULT TO KEEP VEHICLE STRAIGHT. FEELS LIKE A GEAR WOULD WHEN MISSING A TOOTH. IT IS INTERMITTENT AND DOES NOT SEEM SPEED DEPENDANT.OTHERS HAVE REPORTED DEFECTIVE STEERING RACKS","quote_2_odi":"10500833","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A NOTCHINESS FEELING IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS IS ESPECIALLY SEEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND MAKES THE CAR HARD TO KEEP STRAIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11192121","quote_3_text":"NOTCHY STEERING WHEN DRIVING. NOTICEABLE DURING BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY DRIVING, HOWEVER IT IS MORE NOTICEABLE DURING SMALL TURNS SUCH AS CHANGING LANES ON THE HIGHWAY. OCCURS ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT TURNS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-steering-seizure","label":"Loss of power steering with do-not-drive warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11061644","quote_1_text":"WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED","quote_2_odi":"11493317","quote_2_text":"Driving and warning light came on “steering defective do not drive.” Power steering and use of wheel went out, and wheel would not turn or move in the middle of driving down the street","quote_3_odi":"11099810","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE MESSAGE \"DO NOT DRIVE\" WAS DISPLAYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion under stone guards","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11677300","quote_1_text":"Took vehicle in for state safety inspection. Found heavy rust on subframe nearly all the way through. Was told if it gets any worse it will not pass inspection next time. Apparently there are plastic rock shields on subframe that trap water causing it to rust","quote_2_odi":"11739161","quote_2_text":"There is considerable rust to the point that the subframe has been structurally compromised. I also contacted Audi USA regarding this issue, but they advised that they could not provide any assistance and closed my case","quote_3_odi":"11622403","quote_3_text":"I was doing maintenance on car. Had new tires and alignment done. The alignment tech found rotted out rear sub-frame underneath plastic covers. Said that it was unsafe to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and rear window glass failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11448642","quote_1_text":"The sliding sunroof exploded out of nowhere with no impact while on the Interstate. The glass rained down on us as we were traveling around 65 mph","quote_2_odi":"11288647","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED AND THE GLASS SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT OCCURRING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"10908634","quote_3_text":"REAR WINDOW SHATTERED SPONTANEOUSLY WHEN DOOR CLOSED, NO SLAMMED. CAR PARKED IN GARAGE ON 80-DEGREE DAY. REAR WINDOW EXPLODED OUTWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2013-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11052796","quote_1_text":"ENGINE TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11064249","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN STARTING ROUGHLY 1/4/2018. TOOK IT TO THE AUDI DEALERSHIP, WHERE THEY DETERMINED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER HAVE FAILED. VEHICLE HAS 50,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11330273","quote_3_text":"DEFECTIVE TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER. DEALER HAS STATED IT IS CRITICAL TO REPLACE THE TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER. THE VEHICLE HAS 89900 MILES AND HAS ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE PERFORMED BY THE DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11446057","quote_1_text":"Seatbelt tensioner and air bags failed to deploy when the vehicles was in a severe frontal collision when another vehicle ran a stop sign exiting the highway","quote_2_odi":"11096476","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11689048","quote_3_text":"On Tuesday, September 2nd, I was in a car accident on the freeway. A car jump out in front of me and did not go quickly enough, I hit my breaks, but still hit them going around 55-60 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-coolant-pump-recall-failure","label":"Coolant pump failure following recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11104529","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11678346","quote_2_text":"Under Recall 19N4, the electric coolant pump was replaced in July 2019 at 73,496 miles. That replacement pump failed prematurely in March 2025 at 109,628 miles — lasting only 36,132 miles","quote_3_odi":"11550926","quote_3_text":"In 2017 while driving in 10 degree weather, the overheat warning light and message to turn off engine came in. The car was not actually overheating and we took it straight to the dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11569774","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption Burns a lot of oil","quote_2_odi":"11428479","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Audi Q5 2.0L Turbo, at 84339 miles, is consuming oil between oil changes. 4300 miles after my last oil change by the Audi dealership, I had to add oil","quote_3_odi":"11280881","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q5. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OUTSIDE OF THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, THE CHECK ENGINE OIL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-power-steering-lockup-cold","label":"Electromechanical power steering lockup in cold weather","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11373451","quote_1_text":"STEERING ESSENTIALLY \"LOCKED\" UP FOR NO APPARENT REASON. WARNING ALARM SOUNDED AND \"STEERING DEFECTIVE, DO NOT DRIVE\" WARNING APPEARED. VERY DANGEROUS, CAN BARELY TURN WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11061622","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q5. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE ONLY OCCURRED IN THE WINTER MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"10568573","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED BY AUDI FOR A SIMILAR ISSUE. REPORTING AGAIN, BECAUSE DEALER COMPLETELY REPLACED AUDI \"ELECTROMECHANICAL STEERING UNIT\". VEHICLE STEERING LOCKED UP HARD, REQUIRING VERY LARGE AMOUNT OF FORCE TO TURN EVEN A FEW DEGREES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-subframe-rust-corrosion","label":"Subframe rust and corrosion under plastic covers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730241","quote_1_text":"Severe corrosion of the rear subframe crossmember on a 2014 Audi Q5 Premium Plus, purchased with 65,464 miles. Two independent inspections in South Carolina confirmed structural failure","quote_2_odi":"11640211","quote_2_text":"Took my vehicle in for an alignment, was told by my local Audi dealer the rear subframe has rotted through and will need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11519666","quote_3_text":"I recently discovered that my Q5 tubular rear subframe/crossmember (part # 8R0505235N) has rusted thru near a bushing that supports the rear transaxle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11306151","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF IMPLODED WHILE DRIVING. GLASS SHARDS COVERED MYSELF AND BACKSEAT. LARGE HOLE IN TOP OF SUNROOF AND ALL GLASS FRACTURED. SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT WHEN IT EXPLODED. IN MOTION ON SEWARD HIGHWAY. 5:15 AM ON ROAD. MINIMAL TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11098474","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WITH MY PANORAMIC MOONROOF OPEN COMPLETELY. I WAS TRAVELING IN A SAFE SPEED, NO SPEED BUMPS OR POT HOLES, NO UNDERPASSES, AND NO TRAFFIC WHEN SUDDENLY MY MOONROOF GLASS POPPED AND SHATTERED EVERYWHERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain stretch and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11301235","quote_1_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON INTERMITTENTLY AT 64683 MILES. CAR WAS TAKEN TO AUDI DEALER TO TROUBLE SHOOT. DIAGNOSED AS \"COLD START FUEL PERFORMANCE FAULT CAUSED BY STRETCHED TIMING BELT.\"","quote_2_odi":"11397790","quote_2_text":"AFTER 53661 CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON,AFTER DRIVING IT IT WENT OFF ONLY TO COME BACK ON AND STAY ON. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALER \"FOUND TIMING CHAIN STRETCHED. REPLACED TIMING CHAIN AND TENSONER\"","quote_3_odi":"11461655","quote_3_text":"Timing chain, turbocharger and high pressure fuel pump has to be replaced for the car with 75000 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-coolant-pump-recall-delay","label":"Engine coolant pump failure and recall part delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11516581","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the message \"Pull Over Immediately\" and a chime started to sound","quote_2_odi":"11145350","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11101733","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE, NHTSA # 18V229 FOR MY VEHICLE. REGARDING A COOLANT PUMP THAT COULD POSSIBLY EXPERIENCE A SHORT CIRCUIT AND OVERHEAT. IT WAS RECOMMENDED THAT THE VEHICLE BE PARKED OUTSIDE AS A PRECAUTIONIN CASE THERE WERE TO BE A FIRE BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11702822","quote_1_text":"Engine consumed a quarter of oil every 300 miles. The EPC light and engine light illuminated. The vehicle went into limp mode. I had the vehicle towed to a certified mechanic.Vehicle was inspected by a certified mechanic and will need a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11624091","quote_2_text":"After paying to run an inspection test recommended by Audi USA, it was confirmed that the issue of the excess oil consumption was with the piston, and they also recommended changing the engine","quote_3_odi":"11242208","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 AUDI Q5. AFTERTHE VEHICLE UNDERWENT AN OIL CHANGE, THE OIL CHANGE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE OIL NEEDED TO BE REFILLED EVERY 1,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump and fuel line leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11557378","quote_1_text":"in 2017 Audi repaired a leaky fuel pump in my Q5 due to a recall. My vehicle now has less than 35k miles since that repair and the new-replacement fuel pump flange is failing again. Fuel was coming out and created a significant fire risk to life and property","quote_2_odi":"11270178","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN LEAKING GASOLINE INTO MY ENGINE OIL. IT HAS CAUSED ISSUES WHEN STARTING MY CAR. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A WHILE","quote_3_odi":"11628449","quote_3_text":"My words: An overheated electrical connection near the fuel tank overheated, thus cutting off the fuel pump system. This is similar to other fuel pump recalls with Audi A3 vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11565818","quote_1_text":"We have never had an issue with the vehicle until we recently faced very cold Temps (-10 to -20). Was driving the vehicle, with no issues, and stopped to get gas. Upon restarting the vehicle it displayed a power steering error with a do not drive","quote_2_odi":"11501425","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in cold weather, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the power steering rack needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"10763123","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A LONG GRAVEL DRIVEWAY GOING 15-20MPH AND I WENT AROUND A SLIGHT LEFT CURVE. AFTER THE LEFT CURVE THE ROAD BECOMES STRAIT. MY CAR STEERING WHEEL LOCKED, I COULD NOT MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT AND I COULD NOT GET OUT OF THE CURVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and perforation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11713660","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q5. The contact stated that the rear subframe was extremely rusted and could not pass a safety inspection. The vehicle was driven to the dealer, but the vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11681486","quote_2_text":"2015 Audi Q5 Quattro (all wheel drive). During recent inspection the vehicle was found to have extreme corrosion, cracking, and structural failure of the rear subframe and subframe crossmember","quote_3_odi":"11603316","quote_3_text":"The Audi Q5 was new in 2015 and I am the original owner. The vehicle has 135,600 miles on it. During an oil change visit to my repair shop, they informed me of significant rust corrosion to the subframe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11521845","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway the panoramic sun roof window shattered. Sounded like an explosion. Glass shattered and flew throughout car and blew away. Posed hazard to those in car as the glass shattered","quote_2_odi":"11157325","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY FRONT PANEL SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE IS NO OTHER WAY TO DESCRIBE WHAT HAPPENED. THERE WAS A LOUD POP. LOUD ENOUGH TO MAKE MY EARS RING AND THEN THE GLASS WAS EVERYWHERE","quote_3_odi":"10660936","quote_3_text":"APPROXIMATELY 10:45 AM MY HUSBAND (THE DRIVER) AND I (THE PASSENGER) WERE DRIVING WEST ON CO HWY 86 JUST LEAVING FRANKTOWN, CO AND HAD CROSSED OVER THE CHERRY CREEK BRIDGE WHEN THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF IN OUR 99 DAY OLD 2015 AUDI Q5 EXPLODED OUTWARDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear-end collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11655859","quote_1_text":"The impact was hard enough to severely damage the vehicle—the pole intruded deep into the engine bay, fluids leaked, and the front end was totaled. Despite this, none of the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11363817","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN AUDI AT FULL STOP WHEN STRUCK FROM THE REAR BY VEHICLE TRAVELING AT SPEED SUFFICIENT FOR THEIR AIR BAGS TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10882324","quote_3_text":"I WAS SURPRISED TO SEE THAT THE AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY EVEN THOUGH MY FRONT LIGHTS AND HOOD ARE TOTALLY DAMAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-coolant-pump-recall","label":"Coolant pump and engine cooling recall repair delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11181578","quote_1_text":"IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS I HAVE RECEIVED FOUR LETTERS FROM AUDI SAYING THAT THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL 19N4 ABOUT A ELECTRIC AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP. IN THEIR LETTERS THEY SAY THIS CAN LEAD TO POTENTIAL VEHICLE FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11131976","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11421134","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, an abnormal rattling sound was coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-fuel-leak-odor","label":"Fuel system leaks and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11681153","quote_1_text":"While driving and when parked, a strong odor of gasoline enters the cabin and garage. This poses a significant risk of fire and health hazards from fumes. The issue relates to the fuel system","quote_2_odi":"11442651","quote_2_text":"On Wednesday, December 1, 2021 I filled my car up with gas. Shortly after I noticed a fuel smell from the outside and on the inside of the car","quote_3_odi":"11735198","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a safety issue involving my 2016 Audi Q5. The vehicle previously underwent recall 20Z8/20W9, which addresses fuel pump flange cracking that can cause fuel leaks and fuel vapor odors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-mirror-blind-spot","label":"Side mirror blind spots obstructing driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10836266","quote_1_text":"THE MIRRORS ON MY AUDI Q5 ARE TOO HIGH AND BIG. THEY COMPLETELY OBSTRUCT MY VIEW WHEN MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN. I EITHER HAVE TO LOOK BELOW OR ABOVE THEM SOMEHOW TO SEE","quote_2_odi":"10915100","quote_2_text":"SIDE MIRRORS TOTALLY BLOCK VISION AT CERTAIN ANGLES. I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON A DOWNTOWN STREET. LIGHT CHANGED AND I MADE A LEFT TURN AND CRASHED RIGHT INTO A CAR THAT WAS TOTALLY BLOCKED FROM VIEW BY THE SIDE VIEW MIRROR","quote_3_odi":"11253302","quote_3_text":"MY EXPERIENCE WITH SAFETY HAZARDS IN REFERENCE TO MOTOR VEHICLES I HAVE CONCLUDED THAT THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS ON THE Q5 (2016)ARE WAY TOO BIG AND OBSTRUCTS YOUR VISUAL FIIELD ESPECIALLY THE DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11515925","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption","quote_2_odi":"11597585","quote_2_text":"My Q5 requires an additional quart of oil approximately every 500-1000 miles since purchased in early August . Services included two oil changes, replacement of pan gasket and fill tube O-ring. No drips on the ground, just a minimum level reading every 30 days","quote_3_odi":"11635505","quote_3_text":"Audi had Valves and pistons fail on the highway at 75mph on Nov 28,2024 at 117000 miles Had the vehicle since 2021 and 17000 miles. Complained to the dealerships at the last 3 oil changes about excessive oil consumption","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-steering-failure","label":"Power steering rack and control module failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11751001","quote_1_text":"Driving on May 20, 2026 near my home in Florida, power steering assist failed suddenly making it very difficult to steer. Red light on dashboard lit up indicating steering failure","quote_2_odi":"11628068","quote_2_text":"Power steering failure. While driving warning light came on and power steering immediately went out. No prior warnings","quote_3_odi":"11512533","quote_3_text":"The entire steering system failed. While the car was in motion, the steering wheel completely locked up and could not be turned even a degree. This caused extreme safety concern as the road was curving but the car could not be steered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11738767","quote_1_text":"My Q5 failed inspection due to a rusted subframe, so badly there is a huge hole in it. The dealership sent photos and notes to Audi but the dealership claims Audi denied my warranty claim (12 Year Corrosion Warranty) because it's not a body panel (the verbiage used in the","quote_2_odi":"11747832","quote_2_text":"1) Rear subframe supports differential, axels, suspension, brakes, wheels and tires 2) If rear suspension fails , above noted assemblies will fall out of the car","quote_3_odi":"11735390","quote_3_text":"Mechanic was checking the car and noticed subframe is rusted through underneath the plastic cladding. Audi dealers should cover this under warranty as it’s a safety issue. This happened due to poor designing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10926196","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2016 AUDI Q5 AND RECENTLY WAS INVOLVED IN A SERIOUS SINGLE-CAR ACCIDENT. I WAS PARKING MY CAR AND MOVED MY FOOT TO BRAKE WHEN THE CAR SURGED FORWARD OVER A COUPLE OF BOULDERS THROUGH THE TREES FLIPPING ONCE AND ROLLING DOWN AN EMBANKMENT","quote_2_odi":"11552472","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking space at approximately 5 mph and the car unintentionally accelerated causing me to jump the curb, go over a grass median and land perpendicularly onto a one-way active road","quote_3_odi":"11118743","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. HAPPENED [INTERMITTENTLY] WHEN DECELERATING; INSTEAD OF GEARING DOWN TO IDLE/STOP, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV...I HAD TO LEAN HEAVILY ON THE BRAKES [WHICH THEN FELT MUSHY] TO CONTINUE TO A STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags did not deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11289806","quote_1_text":"HIT A STATIONARY HONDA CRV ON BLACK ICE AT APPROX 45-50 MPH. IMPACT WAS STRAIGHT ON FRONT OF OUR CAR AND REAR OF THE CRV. OUR BOTH VEHICLES WERE TOTALED, NONE OF OUR AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. OUR VEHICLE WAS THEN HIT FROM THE REAR BY A JEEP WRANGLER AT ABOUT THE SAME SPEED. STILL NO","quote_2_odi":"11210331","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF ON HER CLIENT WHO OWNED A 2017 AUDI Q5. WHILE DRIVING AT 10-15 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS SPEEDING THROUGH A RED LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-brake-pedal-no-stop","label":"Brake pedal fails to stop vehicle","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11707450","quote_1_text":"On 12/13/25 around 8:00am in the morning. I was driving between 20-25 MPH and started to brake for the corner stop sign. I applied the break as I normally would however, the car continued to roll and did not respond to my applying pressure to the brake pedal. No matter how much","quote_2_odi":"11317684","quote_2_text":"ON MONDAY 3/9/2020 AROUND 6:45PM EDT, I WAS DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL ZONE APPROX. 25-30 MPH. I APPROACHED A STOP SIGN AND PRESSED THE BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR. THE CAR SLOWED SLIGHTLY BUT DID NOT STOP, DESPITE MY INTENSE PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. INSTEAD, THE ENGINE REVVED","quote_3_odi":"10968487","quote_3_text":"ON THURSDAY MARCH 16TH APPROX AROUND 6 PM, I WAS DRIVING BACK HOME FROM WORK. WHEN I TRIED TO STOP THE CAR AT A STOP LIGHT (DRIVING APPROX 40-45 MILES/HR SPEED ON A STRAIGHT ROAD) BY PUSHING THE BREAK PEDAL THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN, BUT FAILED TO STOP COMPLETELY AND CONTINUED TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-coolant-pump-recall-backorder","label":"After-run coolant pump recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11184821","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V229000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR","quote_2_odi":"11144186","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED A RECALL RELATED TO ELECTRIC COOLANT PUMP IN JUNE. PARTS NOT AVAILABLE. CALLED MY DEALER PRINCETON AUDI AND NO HELP. RECEIVED SECOND NOTICE REGARDING THIS IN SEPTEMBER, THAT AUDI HAD AN 'INTERIM FIX\" AND ADVISED ME TO CONTACT PRINCETON AUDI AGAIN. I DID, BUT THEY DID'T","quote_3_odi":"11113728","quote_3_text":"LETTER TO DEPUTY ADMINISTRATOR KING IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL 19N4- AFTER RUN COOLANT PUMP \" WHICH WARNS THAT THE VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE A SHORT CIRCUIT AND/OR OVERHEAT AND A STATEMENT NOTING:\" THIS RECALL REPAIR IS NOT YET AVAILABLE. *LD *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-coolant-pump-thermostat-leak","label":"Coolant pump and thermostat housing leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11744177","quote_1_text":"Coolant tank empty - leaking. Coolant leaking from the thermostat housing to engine. Had to replace the thermostat housing and reseal the valve cover Because the oil leak coming from the valve cover is causing oil to reach the thermostat sear and cause the rubber seal to expand","quote_2_odi":"11668736","quote_2_text":"coolant is leaking from pump and tstat housings. pump was replaced in 2018 and 2019 by audi due to audi recall. now it is leaking after only 6 years. seems like faulty materials and creates hazardous situation. leaks confirmed via diagnostics by Premier1 auto and certified","quote_3_odi":"11429546","quote_3_text":"thermostat housing leaking at the top edge and the coolant pump leaking, replaced thermostat housing and coolant pump assembly. vehicle is available for inspection upon request. the coolant reservoir would empty every time I drove the car or let it sit, the vehicle did let me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump flange leak and fuel system recall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11525358","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q5. The contact stated that vehicle was serviced in 2017 under NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V298000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) by the dealer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, fumes was detected inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11487348","quote_2_text":"On the same day the 5 year warranty expired, the car stopped working. The car was towed to the dealer, and diagnose was gas pump failure. 3 months after, the same problem. After 1 month waiting for the car to be fixed, again the same problem. Now the dealer is saying they just","quote_3_odi":"11124390","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2017 AUDI Q5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE PER AN UNKNOWN RECALL RELATED TO THE FUEL PUMP FLANGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SANTA MONICA AUDI (1020 SANTA MONICA BLVD, SANTA MONICA, CA 90401, (310) 481-8260) WHO STATED THAT THEY COULD NOT ACCEPT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-oil-consumption-piston-failure","label":"Oil consumption and piston or engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11713475","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption. Audi Q5 oil consumption in my car is not functioning properly. I have to put oil in it about every 3 weeks or less depending on how much I’m driving","quote_2_odi":"11712260","quote_2_text":"Piston rings failure, large oil consumption and water pump leaking","quote_3_odi":"11506008","quote_3_text":"Catastrophic engine failure, Audi Q5 2017 2.0 Turbo, suddenly stopped/disabled on State highway traveling approximately 45 mph September 2022. Engine re-started after waiting period, then moved to shoulder while experiencing limp mode with EPC light and low oil pressure light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering stiffness and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11565693","quote_1_text":"Steering is occasionally exhibits resistance when turning left or right. Steering becomes very stiff intermittently. I have taken the to a repair twice but the does not duplicate. The repair did a scan to see if there were any codes but none came up. We also have an ODB2 scanner","quote_2_odi":"11501550","quote_2_text":"Electromechanical steering rack failed as I was driving. It was hard to move my vehicle. The problem has been confirmed by the dealership. They stated that water entered the electromechanical steering unit causing it to fail. Shouldn't these units be watertight? No other warning","quote_3_odi":"11498870","quote_3_text":"Power steering component completely failed. No issues previously. No warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-coolant-leaks","label":"Coolant leaks from thermostat housing and water pump","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11466050","quote_1_text":"Took the vehicle to the local dealer for a car damage repair but notified at multi-point checks that the thermostat housing is leaking coolant. It ran 43K miles only and this is a known issue so should be recalled.","quote_2_odi":"11531417","quote_2_text":"The check engine light came on so I stopped at the nearest auto repair shop and the codes came back that the thermostat was sticking partially closed and the water pump was leaking.","quote_3_odi":"11640813","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power. The message \"Shut off Engine, Check Cooling\" was displayed on the instrument panel. In addition, the contact stated that the engine temperate gauge…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-engine-failure","label":"Internal engine failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11650481","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started to vibrate abnormally with the message \"Engine Fault Detected\" displayed. The driver was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle stalled…","quote_2_odi":"11705757","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2018 Audi Q5 Prestige Mileage: Approximately 34,000 miles On December 14, 2024, while driving at normal road speeds, my vehicle suddenly lost power and displayed multiple warning messages, including drivetrain and system malfunction alerts.…","quote_3_odi":"11733919","quote_3_text":"I was driving home from the farmers market with my two young kids. I was turning left at a busy intersection when the engine died and an engine warning flashed on the dash (I don't recall the exact message; it sounded catastrophic).…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-passenger-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger occupant sensor airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11488224","quote_1_text":"When a front seat passenger is present, the passenger airbag warning light comes on with a \"malfunction\" error displayed, then goes off.","quote_2_odi":"11487291","quote_2_text":"Have been receiving an intermittent warning: Safety malfunction for the passenger airbag. The light comes on intermittently. Comes on most often when no one is sitting in the front passenger seat. If I place a small bag (handbag, purse etc.) on the seat sometimes the light goes…","quote_3_odi":"11692617","quote_3_text":"Car displayed a warning sign that safety system malfunctioned. Airbag indicator showed “passenger airbag off”. This error occurred sporadically and for a limited amount of time. It also kept sensing that passenger seat was occupied when it wasn’t. From what I understand…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Electric power steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11632466","quote_1_text":"While driving, the steering wheel suddenly locked up and could not be turned. Several warning lights simultaneously appeared on the dashboard including: \"Steering malfunction! Please stop vehicle\", \"Audi adaptive light malfunction! See owners manual\",…","quote_2_odi":"11640890","quote_2_text":"While driving, the power steering completely went out and lost the ability to steer, while on the road. There were no prior warnings or feeling in the steering to present a possible future failure of steering under power.…","quote_3_odi":"11083569","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI Q5. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE TRACTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-pre-sense-false-braking","label":"Audi pre sense braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11186236","quote_1_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING THE AUDI Q5 THE PRE-SENSE ENGAGES INAPPROPRIATELY (NO TRIGGER) RESULTING IN AN IMMEDIATE AND HARSH BRAKING OF THE CAR TO A COMPLETE STOP. IN TRAFFIC, THIS POSES A SIGNIFICANT RISK OF A CRASH RESULTING IN DAMAGE AND POTENTIAL BODILY INJURY.…","quote_2_odi":"11298053","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 65 MILES AN HOUR ON I-95 IN THE LEFT LANE APPROACHING THE EXIT FOR I-695 NORTH ON SATURDAY, JANUARY 4TH AT 5:00PM. IT WAS RAINING. NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF ME OR BEHIND ME WHEN MY CAR DASH LIT UP WITH AN AUDI PRE SENSE RED SIGN ON A BLACK BACKGROUND.…","quote_3_odi":"11534219","quote_3_text":"recently on a number of occassions the car stopped because the pre-sense sensor went off prematurely. There were no cars within 500 feet of my car on all occassions. Now the Pre-Sense has completely turned off and will not turn back on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-rear-coil-spring-breakage","label":"Rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11485724","quote_1_text":"Both rear coil springs observed to have failed (broken) upon bringing car to mechanic for brake job. Less than 60k miles.","quote_2_odi":"11572691","quote_2_text":"I was recently driving and heard a funny noise from back right of car. Looked underneath and saw a broken spring (I have the broken spring) . I am the original owner of this car and it only has 36,645 miles on it. Never been off-road, hauled anything, or had anything heavy…","quote_3_odi":"11496011","quote_3_text":"Rear coil spring on passenger side broke and became detached, wedging against lower control arm. Coil spring had no signs of other damage; seems to be defective metallurgy (see attached photographs). Vehicle had 55,645 miles on it. Dealer charged $720 to repair.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11730665","quote_1_text":"I was pulling slowly into a parking space at a grocery store, with my right foot on the brake, nearly stopped. Then the car rapidly and suddenly accelerated unintentionally. The car jumped over a bush, a median, rammed into a parked car, pushing it across the next parking lane…","quote_2_odi":"11695983","quote_2_text":"On 10/27/25 as I was slowly pulling into a parking space, my Audi Q5 lurched forward and jumped the curb crashing into a tree. Happened too quickly to apply the brakes. No warning indications at the time of the incident.…","quote_3_odi":"11278273","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI Q5. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A STAIRWAY RAIL OF AN APARTMENT BUILDING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2018-water-intrusion-control-modules","label":"Water intrusion into rear electronic control modules","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11640013","quote_1_text":"Water intrusion from sunroof floods electronics modules and shorting out, making the car unoperable","quote_2_odi":"11533619","quote_2_text":"The sunroof draining is designed in such a way that if the holes get clogged, the water can back up and flood the comfort control module in the rear of the car rendering it useless. That module controls critical parts of the driving of the car like turn signals,…","quote_3_odi":"11421169","quote_3_text":"There is a module under the back seat called the J533 that I am told got wet. This completely shut down the entire car as my wife and child were driving down the highway. We were very disheartened to find out that this is an out of pocket expense for a common thing to happen…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-drive-system-malfunction-warning","label":"Drive system malfunction warning with power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11737448","quote_1_text":"2019 Audi q5 drive system malfunction/start stop malfunction. Error code will come on randomly in traffic and when you try to put your foot on the gas it hesitates and you need to push harder on the gas","quote_2_odi":"11465903","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the catastrophic transmission failure message was displayed and the vehicle inadvertently shifted into manual third gear","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-false-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"False automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11625856","quote_1_text":"I was coming to a stop. No objects were in front of me. At about 5mph I was violently thrown forward as the car applied full braking. I do not recall whether I was braking, coasting","quote_2_odi":"11726422","quote_2_text":"am writing to report a very concerning safety issue with my 2019 Audi Q5 and to request guidance on whether this may be covered under warranty or if my vehicle is experiencing a malfunction. On Saturday, while driving to an appointment, there was a bicyclist in the bike lane","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-gateway-module-water-ingress","label":"Gateway control module water ingress","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11654565","quote_1_text":"During a rain storm a water egress issue damaged my comfort control module. An issue identified for many Audi Q5 vehicles; however my VIN for some reason is not showing this recall. It appears the recall may need to be expanded","quote_2_odi":"11728482","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q5. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stopped and jerked, and the RED master warning light illuminated, and the message “Electrical Control Module” failure was displayed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-occupancy-sensor-false-alerts","label":"Passenger occupancy sensor false alerts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11746962","quote_1_text":"Seat occupancy sensor, it's associated with code \"B12251B\"","quote_2_odi":"11390728","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS STATING SAFETY SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG CONTINUES TO TURN ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. EVEN WHEN MANUALLY SHUT OFF THROUGH GLOVE BOX, THE ALERT CONTINUES TO OCCUR WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11461451","quote_1_text":"Power steering rack failed on 4/12/2022 as I drove on I-75 South between Gainesville and Tampa. Lost power steering on the Interstate, putting safety of my passengers (and other vehicles) at risk on the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11455556","quote_2_text":"2019 Q5 - 19457 miles. Power steering failed while traveling on an internal curved road at 10mph. Fortunately, the road was not busy and I was able to pull besides a curb","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-tail-light-assembly-failure","label":"Tail light assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11674381","quote_1_text":"The right back up light is defective. This light is in the right rear light housing that sits in the rear bumper. The defective light indicator came on before the 5 year/40k mile warranty had expired","quote_2_odi":"11564589","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway in the early morning hours and several warnings appeared stating that the left and right tail lights, left and right brake lights, and center brake lights where faulty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2019-turbocharger-wastegate-failure","label":"Turbocharger wastegate actuator failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11732112","quote_1_text":"A failed (frozen) Turbocharger Wastegate Actuator. An engine warning light came on and engine had less power. It had to be replaced. There was a settled law suit for the same issue covering this item in previous vehicles settled in 2025","quote_2_odi":"11719734","quote_2_text":"Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Summary: The turbocharger on my 2019 Audi Q5 failed prematurely. The initial check engine light and loss of performance began at approximately 48,000 miles, which is within Audi’s 4-year/50,000-mile powertrain warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2020-gateway-module-electrical-shutdown","label":"Gateway module failure shuts down vehicle while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11349103","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2020 AUDI Q5. IT WAS 6 WEEKS OLD AND HAD ABOUT 2300 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. WHEN PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE CAR DIED. I COULD NOT GET IT STARTED NO MATTER WHAT I DID. I COULD NOT EVEN GET THE FLASHERS TO TURN ON","quote_2_odi":"11448154","quote_2_text":"Yesterday I driving my AUDI Q5 2020 on the expressway , then with no warning multiple warning and error messages suddenly appeared on dashboard. The Entire car immediately shut down in middle of the expressway, no time for me to put on my hazard, no time for me to safely pull…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2020-glass-explodes-without-warning","label":"Sunroof or rear window explodes without warning","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11465067","quote_1_text":"Sun roof exploded for no reason. No rock hit it, driving on the highway with no other cars around","quote_2_odi":"11523612","quote_2_text":"Stopped on the road, the rear window exploded with a very loud boom. I pulled over and talked to the driver behind me who also pulled over and asked if he saw anything, he said no, only heard the boom","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2020-unintended-sudden-acceleration","label":"Vehicle suddenly accelerates without input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11590080","quote_1_text":"On April 10, 2024, while parking in the driveway despite applying the brakes, and despite the reduced speed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated (launching/jumping forward motion) and collided with the side of the house","quote_2_odi":"11500864","quote_2_text":"Incident occurred as I was waiting third in line to add fuel to my Audi. Usually when I am in a long wait I put my vehicle in neutral and to move forward then I have to put my foot on brake to change gears","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-differential-shudder-low-speed","label":"Drivetrain shudder and differential judder at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11598584","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH and coming to a stop or making a turn, the vehicle shuddered. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle shuddered at slower speeds. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where…","quote_2_odi":"11654812","quote_2_text":"When turning at low speed the vehicle bucks and jitters affecting steering and control of the vehicle. Audi issued a technical service bulletin to address this issue so it's clearly a widespread problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure and catastrophic engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745548","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the vehicle decelerated before the vehicle stalled. During the failure, the check engine, oil, and coolant warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to the local…","quote_2_odi":"11699332","quote_2_text":"Engine catastrophically failed at ~50k + miles due to metal shavings throughout oil — Audi Fort Worth made the statement and I have picture of metal shavings. Which is the exact defect in **NHTSA Recall 22V753 / Audi TSB 13i5** (connecting rod bearing damage from factory…","quote_3_odi":"11508604","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the malfunction warning light illuminated, followed by the vehicle shaking. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The dealer stated that metal fragment was found in the engine, and that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-gateway-module-water-ingress","label":"Gateway control module failure from water ingress","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11422846","quote_1_text":"Driver was with 2 passengers (3 young females) driving in a new 2021 Audi Q5 (less than 5 months old and less than 6000 miles) at about 70 mph on Garden State Parkway in NJ. A brake malfunction warning light appeared on the dashboard and within 5 seconds the car completely shut","quote_2_odi":"11386836","quote_2_text":"Q5 HAS A VERY SERIOUS DEFECT, THAT IS, THERE IS A GATEWAY MODULE LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT CUSHION/CUP HOLDER. ALL OF THE COMMUNICATIONS TO ALL THE CONTROLLERS GO THROUGH THIS LITTLE BOX. IF WATER SPILLS, IT COLLECTS AROUND THE GATEWAY AND CORRODES IT, WHICH WILL SHUT DOWN THE…","quote_3_odi":"11692317","quote_3_text":"The Gateway control module failed in September 2025 on my 2021 Audi Q5.  Vehicle error messages included the following failures: Cruise control, Parking brake, transmission, brakes, and steering, windows rolled down, seats moved, dash and MMI black followed by a sudden loss of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster display shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11654027","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel cluster assembly (screen behind steering wheel) needed to be replaced because it would intermittently stop working and I had no idea of how fast I was going, what gear I was in, how much fuel I had or whether the lane assist and other safety features were…","quote_2_odi":"11661004","quote_2_text":"Virtual dashboard where speedometer and safety warning are displayed has stopped working. Display has completely shut down. I cannot see any critical information to drive vehicle. I contacted the dealership to address a serious safety concern that mirrors an issue already under…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-presense-false-braking","label":"Audi Pre Sense automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11581957","quote_1_text":"The Audi \"Pre Sense\" automatic braking system engaged without warning and without reason bringing the vehicle to a sudden and complete stop in the middle of an intersection and slamming my body backwards and causing my head to go forward nearly hitting the steering wheel. A…","quote_2_odi":"11743573","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a regular road by my house, full sunshine, perfect road, nothing unusual. In fact, it was such a nice day, the sunroof was open and windows were down. My dog was in the back seat after just being picked up from grooming happily enjoying the day with his head…","quote_3_odi":"11710435","quote_3_text":"On September 10, 2025 and again on January 8, 2026, my vehicle suddenly applied emergency braking while I was driving and there were no vehicles, pedestrians, or obstacles in front of me. The dashboard displayed “Auto Pre Sense” during both incidents","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11438422","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and exiting off a ramp, the sunroof exploded without impact causing the shattered glass to enter the vehicle and fall on the driver. The contact stated that no object had struck the vehicle to cause the failure","quote_2_odi":"11534604","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded while I was driving.  No apparent cause and it was not a hot day.. 79 degrees.  Glass landed all over me, my passengers seat and the back seat.  I was startled and confused and was fortunate that no cars were near me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2021-transmission-loss-of-drive","label":"Transmission disengagement and loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747226","quote_1_text":"I was driving at highway speeds when a \"Transmission Malfunction\" warning appeared, and the vehicle lost the ability to accelerate. Once I was able to  pull over and put the vehicle in Park, it completely lost the ability to engage Drive or Reverse, leaving me stranded.…","quote_2_odi":"11704035","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2021 Audi Q5, the vehicle experienced a sudden transmission disengagement without warning. The vehicle behaved as if it had shifted into neutral while in motion. When this occurred, pressing the accelerator produced no response — the engine would not rev and the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-awd-drivetrain-noise-turns","label":"AWD drivetrain jerking and noise during turns","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11727667","quote_1_text":"I have been experiencing the following symptoms primarily during tight turns, U-turns, and low-speed maneuvering such as in parking lots: - Jerking and lurching of the vehicle during turns - Grinding and clunking noises from the drivetrain during turns - Vibrations felt through…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-electrical-system-failure","label":"Electrical system malfunction and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723840","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle was started, and the message \"Electrical System Malfunction – Stop Safely\" was displayed. A red warning light flashed and then turned yellow. In another occurrence, while on the freeway, the vehicle accelerated…","quote_2_odi":"11618518","quote_2_text":"My car cut off while I was driving [XXX]. My family including my [XXX]  was in the car when the car shut off mid drive. No warning nothing. Power was on but the steering wheel locked and the brake pedal was firm. I could not switch gears nothing","quote_3_odi":"11732436","quote_3_text":"The module that controls the car’s electronics is located inside a special protective bag. A hole developed in this bag, and water leaked inside. The module is now completely submerged in water. When we started the car, many error messages appeared, but after we turned the car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and oil warning light activation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11740979","quote_1_text":"Beginning March 2025, the low engine oil warning light began activating repeatedly, sometimes after as few as 300 miles. AutoNation Audi Bellevue confirmed 1 quart low and initiated oil consumption tests. Their technician noted in writing that oil found externally was \"not…","quote_2_odi":"11613345","quote_2_text":"There is some issue with emission system for Audi Q5 which results in Oil Warning light coming on. It looks like that this is a common issue as there are about 22 vehicles with same defect at one dealership. It looks like Audi dealerships and Audi themselves are aware of this…","quote_3_odi":"11561326","quote_3_text":"In April of 2023 started noticing smoke and a burning smell coming out of the engine, took car in to dealership.  They stated on 4/25/2023 that there was a \"small oil leak,\" and that they repaired and cleaned up the leakage but they wanted to drive the vehicle once more before…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-forward-collision-avoidance","label":"Forward collision avoidance system activation events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723590","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2022 Audi Q5 on Interstate I-35 at approximately 70 mph, the vehicle suddenly applied braking while traveling on a wet roadway. The braking felt unexpected and the vehicle lost traction and control. The vehicle skidded and struck a concrete barrier","quote_2_odi":"11551723","quote_2_text":"I hit 2 mailboxes and one car back but not warning no emergency brake work. I wonder why my car doesn’t have any safety features it should have","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-phev-recall-unresolved","label":"Plug-in hybrid recall without available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11648516","quote_1_text":"I own a 2022 Audi Q5 Hybrid, and due to an unresolved recall (93AA), the vehicle’s plug-in hybrid functionality has been completely disabled since November 2024. The vehicle was designed to operate as a PHEV, but it can now only run on gasoline, significantly altering its…","quote_2_odi":"11662970","quote_2_text":"A recall notice was sent on November 2024 informing us that the vehicle's high-voltage battery modules may experience a thermal overload possibly resulting in smoke or fire. In addition, we were notified that a defective high-voltage battery cell modules may overheat, increasing…","quote_3_odi":"11681346","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V898000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741249","quote_1_text":"Our '22 Audi Q5 experienced a spontaneous sunroof implosion while driving on the highway.  Temperature would not have been a considering factor here, nor did anything hit the sunroof but it exploded and showered the occupants with glass - both pebble-sized pieces and small shards","quote_2_odi":"11719808","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while coming to a stop, there was a loud bang, and the sunroof glass shattered, with glass falling inside the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was determined that the sunroof glass had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11625864","quote_1_text":"the contact stated while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to make a turn, the driver depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and drove off at 40-50 MPH in front of vehicles that were stopped at the red traffic light","quote_2_odi":"11542571","quote_2_text":"I was parking my car in a driveway on clear and sunny day. As I put the car into reverse, the engine suddenly accelerated. The car then spun around and moved sideways causing me to crash into the garage along the length of the car on passenger side","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-adas-false-braking","label":"Audi pre-sense false automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11570031","quote_1_text":"Audi pre-sense slammed on brakes on a dry empty road while I was driving between 45-50mph.   Had there been a car behind me, as there usually is in this  location, I would certainly have been rear-ended. As it was, my head, neck and back got a heavy jolt…","quote_2_odi":"11536521","quote_2_text":"After waiting for traffic to clear to make a left turn, as I start to accelerate, the Audi Presense triggers (message comes up) and slams on the brakes.  There was no traffic that could have caused any hazard.  It could have left me stranded in oncoming traffic.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-electrical-screen-failure","label":"Electrical system and digital display malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709480","quote_1_text":"The over dashboard screen didn't turn on when the car was open or the ignition turned on. Sometime it would take minutes though on a few occasions it simply didn't turn on. The consequence is I couldn't see how fast I was going, any information related to the car such as fuel level, tachometer…","quote_2_odi":"11688634","quote_2_text":"The digital dash screen system continually disconnects from the phone and will not reconnect. It disconnects during 911 calls. It disconnects when navigation is activated. It is very dangerous to drive a car that does this.","quote_3_odi":"11544032","quote_3_text":"I was riding the car and all of a sudden tv my car stopped right in the middle of the street, totally shut down and non of the keys were working not even the hazard lights to alert other cars to turn around me.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-engine-failure-rod-knock","label":"Engine internal failure with connecting-rod knock and metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753333","quote_1_text":"The technician reported severe connecting-rod knock from inside the engine block and found a large amount of metallic debris in the engine oil. The shop concluded that the engine had suffered catastrophic internal failure and required replacement.","quote_2_odi":"11687879","quote_2_text":"Total engine failure at ~13.5k miles.   2 out of 4 cylinders and pistons failed, found damage on cylinder walls. Cylinder pressure too high. Failed cylinder leak down test and pressure test. Metal shavings found in oil filter and housing.","quote_3_odi":"11524100","quote_3_text":"While driving on a highway, the US specification 2023 Audi Q5 engine began to make noise and a yellow engine warning light came on. During the process of moving the vehicle off the highway to a safe location to stop, the engine began to progressively lose power and the noise became much more…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-epb-brake-malfunction","label":"Electronic parking brake non-disengagement and service brake faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745968","quote_1_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking system engaged when the vehicle was parked on an incline.  Unable to release automatic emergency brake when vehicle was started with key.  Ignition light warning — RED — symbol — brake failure.  Required a tow to Audi dealership.","quote_2_odi":"11747307","quote_2_text":"The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) did not disengage when the vehicle was placed in gear from P to R to D while/after parked in an incline postion (see DTCs -Bozeman Audi invoice, 6/23/26).  The EPB is designed to disengage automatically.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake pedal applied","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584612","quote_1_text":"Car was being driven normally within a parking lot of a shopping center. Proceeded to park the vehicle in a parking space. Upon pressing break and holding break pedal pressed, went to push the parking button on gear shifter and car erratically jolted and drove forward and stopped upon impact…","quote_2_odi":"11569788","quote_2_text":"My wife was pulling into a parking spot when all of a sudden the cars engine accelerated causing the car to jump one curb, hit a step and striking a pole before finally the brakes stopped the car from going through a storefront.  None of the safety crash features stopped the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"11585511","quote_3_text":"I was at a park on March 8,2024 and was parking between two cars. When I was about to press park, vehicle's accelerator self -engaged and the car took off at high speed, This resulted in a collision with a tree about 10 feet from the curb.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"q5-2023-vin-plate-missing","label":"Dashboard VIN plate missing or destroyed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727990","quote_1_text":"VIN plate missing over 150 days.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2024-presense-phantom-braking","label":"Pre-Sense phantom braking and ACC sudden deceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11705329","quote_1_text":"Audi has a pre-sense mechanism that cannot be permanently turned off. I have almost been hit three times when the Audi brakes FOR NO REASON at all; people almost rear-end me because the Audi comes to an immediate halt","quote_2_odi":"11638003","quote_2_text":"Component/System Malfunction: The Audi Pre-Sense system has malfunctioned on multiple occasions. The system is available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11608543","quote_3_text":"We were driving on [XXX] at the posted speed limit of 65 mph. The adaptive cruise control was activated and the predictive control turned on. We drove past a [XXX] sign and the car abruptly decreased speed down to the twenties","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2024-tailgate-sensor-closure","label":"Power tailgate closes on user via proximity sensor","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11670646","quote_1_text":"Incident date: 06/30/25, Lift gate has closed while still trying to retrieve items from the cargo area, it seems if key is on the person and somehow the kick sensor was activated by accident the lift gate will shut down, the vehicle did make a beeping sound yet I was not clear","quote_2_odi":"11577668","quote_2_text":"The automatic tailgate has a foot sensing devise to open or close the tailgate. The problem is that when I am loading or unloading from the luggage area, my foot sometimes activates the sensor and the tailgate tries to close on top of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2024-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11747067","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on the expressway and suddenly my vehicle veered to the right. I immediately looked down to see if there was a lane-keeping assist indicator on and there wasn't. I wasn't exactly sure what was happening as no indicator lights were on","quote_2_odi":"11739966","quote_2_text":"The component that failed was the tire/wheel system on a rental vehicle from Enterprise. While driving on a dry highway in New Mexico, a tire pressure warning light appeared. Because we were in a remote area, we stopped at the nearest gas station and added air to the tire","quote_3_odi":"11650406","quote_3_text":"Purchased 2024 brand new Audi Q5 with Kumho tires - KL33 235\\55R19 from manufacturer Dec 2023. Have the car serviced at the Audi dealership per service recommendation. Tires were inspected and deemed roadworthy Jan 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-adaptive-cruise-control","label":"Adaptive cruise control disengagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11739245","quote_1_text":"Adaptive cruise control not working....,Intermitently shutting off. This is coinciding with numerous engine, oil and gas warning lights going off in the Audi MMI system. Lead tech at Audi dealership in Norwell MA is telling me that this is a well known issue…","quote_2_odi":"11739045","quote_2_text":"Regarding the adaptive cruise control, sometimes the system won't engage. The first time this happened a warning popped on the screen saying something about seatbelts. I've learned that the problem can be \"fixed\" by pulling off the road and turning the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-adas-driver-assist-malfunction","label":"Driver-assistance system malfunction warnings","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746634","quote_1_text":"The 2025 Audi Q5 has a systemic problem with its Multi Meidia and driver assist features, such as cruise control, side mirrors, back up camera, directional maps, etc, which malfunction at inopportune times causing major distraction while driving. Audi has been aware of…","quote_2_odi":"11717521","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety defect in my 2025 Audi Q5 (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has been in the dealership for approximately 42 non-consecutive days for repeated malfunctions of multiple safety systems.While driving, the vehicle displays warnings and…","quote_3_odi":"11709656","quote_3_text":"I bought the car on September 2, 2025. The car has been in the dealer 5 times. The last one started on December 2, 2025, and still in the dealer as of today (January 8, 2026) no solution has been found. Most of the time is having problem with the technology in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and control module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11740423","quote_1_text":"The airbag light and the driving assistance warning lights appeared on the dashboard randomly one day. I took the vehicle to the dealership (Audi of Columbia), where they kept it for a week and said the software needed to be updated. They updated it multiple…","quote_2_odi":"11725961","quote_2_text":"There appears to be a software problem with the car. On the display, there are malfunction messages about the airbags and safety features.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-blank-mmi-display","label":"MMI display screens going blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11737047","quote_1_text":"All of my display screens went blank at 108 miles. I had no speedometer, no fuel level gauge, no warning indicators, and no audio alerts including turn signals. The vehicle was towed to the dealership since it was a safety issue for me to drive. It has been there…","quote_2_odi":"11728309","quote_2_text":"Randomly the MMI screens are blank. This means I have no speedometer, I cannot see my fuel level and there is no audio, such as blinker indicator.","quote_3_odi":"11701276","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Audi Q5. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speed on three occasions, the contact noticed that there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed, but the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-electrical-power-loss","label":"Sudden power loss and limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11727376","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has now experienced a serious electrical malfunction a few times, including one again today. Each time, the car suddenly loses power and drops to 40 mph, the steering wheel shakes, and all warning lights come on. This is extremely dangerous and puts…","quote_2_odi":"11734604","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety-related defect involving my 2025 Audi vehicle. Shortly after leasing the vehicle in 09/2025, I experienced electrical and system malfunctions while driving, including warning lights, intermittent adaptive cruise control malfunctions,…","quote_3_odi":"11721962","quote_3_text":"Fault P003A00 (Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor). Vehicle suffered a catastrophic power failure (Limp Mode) on Day 2 of ownership. Total loss of acceleration while in traffic. Manufacturer admits it is a 'known software issue' with no current fix,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-engine-stall-turbo","label":"Engine power loss, stall and turbo lag","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11723732","quote_1_text":"After the automatic start/stop system engages, the engine stalls and completely shuts off shortly after the vehicle begins moving again. This occurs after the vehicle restarts and travels only a few feet. When the stall happens, the vehicle loses power and the…","quote_2_odi":"11708657","quote_2_text":"When attempting to accelerate rapidly (I.e. passing gear) the engine immediately begins to lose power. Audi dealer investigated and determined it was “TURBO LAG”. This situation happened multiple times at different speeds. When trying to accelerate to pass…","quote_3_odi":"11683944","quote_3_text":"The car floods with excess fuel after idling for a short period of time resulting in multiple misfires and violent vibration. The car will not restart and will need to be towed. In traffic jams, the car can fail stranding motorists and creating a very unsafe…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected braking without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11676887","quote_1_text":"While driving home from the dealership on Route 65 at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly and forcefully applied the brakes without warning. My husband and I are experiencing symptoms of whiplash including back and neck pain. There were no vehicles,…","quote_2_odi":"11704583","quote_2_text":"This vehicle Misrecognizes intersections on two lane highways and causes the vehicle to unexpectedly slam on its brakes without warning in anticipation of an intersection that either does not exist or where my vehicle has the entire right way. this behavior has…","quote_3_odi":"11724448","quote_3_text":"The vehicle triggers the braking system when there is nothing in the road, this has happened when turning across traffic, into parking lots, and when just driving on a road. Luckily this has not caused a crash yet but it has a high likelihood of causing a crash…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2025,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5","model_slug":"q5","cluster_id":"audi-q5-2025-seat-belt-lock-tensioner","label":"Seat belt locking and tensioner faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745650","quote_1_text":"The seat belts are sometimes locked when they should not be. I understand that the seat belts are designed to lock when the vehicle stops quickly, preventing the driver from leaning forward. However, sometimes my seat belts are locked while I am driving and have…","quote_2_odi":"11733352","quote_2_text":"My car was not operating effectively and was displaying many dash lights. I brought it to the local Audi dealership and they kept it for several days - they did a software update but most of the dash lights stayed on. They did an investigation and diagnostic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/audi/q5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-aeb-false-activation","label":"Forward collision / AEB false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11590726","quote_1_text":"I have had three occurrences where the Automatic Emergency Braking system and Forward Collision system have been activated for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11590488","quote_2_text":"In several instances, my Audi Q5 has erroneously thought there was a road hazard and slammed on the brakes. It was terrifying","quote_3_odi":"11441634","quote_3_text":"The vehicle automatic emergency braking has engaged over 6 times when no vehicle or other object was in front of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-back-over-infotainment-corrupt","label":"Back Over Prevention recall infotainment corruption","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11520086","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q5E. The contact stated that the vehicle was initially taken to the dealer due to an accident unrelated to a failure; however, the contact stated that while his vehicle was being serviced at the dealer, he was notified by the technician","quote_2_odi":"11503423","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q5 E. The contact stated that when she purchased the vehicle the MMI (Multimedia Interface) system failed to load correctly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-fuel-range-gauge-error","label":"Fuel gauge and range display inaccuracy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11579722","quote_1_text":"Gas gauge stuck. Other Audi gas sensors have been recalled","quote_2_odi":"11501695","quote_2_text":"When the car was initially purchased in 2021 a fully filled gas tank and fully charged battery gave a total range of approx 400-420 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-gateway-module-water-ingress","label":"Gateway control module failure from water ingress","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11446264","quote_1_text":"While driving in the far left of the 405N in Long Beach, the vehicle experienced some catastrophic failure","quote_2_odi":"11525278","quote_2_text":"Audi confirmed that it was the Gateway Module that had completely shut down due to \"water ingress.\"","quote_3_odi":"11426209","quote_3_text":"The incident occurred on a busy road during evening rush hour. I was in the middle lane of three lanes, and the lane to the right of me was closed due to construction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass explosion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11756691","quote_1_text":"On August 11th, 2026 right before noon, the sunroof on my Audi Q5 (hybrid, 2021 model) exploded without warning. Luckily noone was hurt but the explosion alone was enough to distract someone to run off the road","quote_2_odi":"11756692","quote_2_text":"On August 11th, 2026 right before noon, the sunroof on my Audi Q5 (hybrid, 2021 model) exploded without warning. Luckily noone was hurt but the explosion alone was enough to distract someone to run off the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-tpms-false-warning","label":"TPMS false low-tire-pressure warning","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11732886","quote_1_text":"The warning lite for the low tire pressure comes on randomly and consistently. I've taken it in about 5 times and have been told the tire pressure is fine and it is just a built in defect","quote_2_odi":"11650499","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q5 E. The contact stated that the TPMS warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q5 e","model_slug":"q5-e","cluster_id":"q5e-2021-transmission-malfunction","label":"Transmission control module malfunction and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11742774","quote_1_text":"I and my wife were emerging from an intetstate highway entrance ramp when our car suddenly and completely lost power. A \"Transmission Malfunction\" warning suddenly (and for the first time) appeared on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11738560","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has an issue with the transmission control, it will not reliably shift into the appropriate gears as it gains speed, often slipping & shuddering, sometimes even slamming into a higher gear","quote_3_odi":"11656915","quote_3_text":"A transmission malfunction message displayed and vehicle lost power. This happened when ascending a hill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q5-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2009-airbag-module-failure","label":"Airbag warning light with module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10806651","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG AND IGNITOR REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE IN AUGUST 2015","quote_2_odi":"10585303","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AND DEALER PERFORMED A FUNCTION TEST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2009-diesel-fuel-system-failure","label":"Diesel fuel system failure with engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10723664","quote_1_text":"ACCORDING TO AUDI ATLANTA THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP) EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"10552898","quote_2_text":"CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10475838","quote_3_text":"IGNITION COIL LIGHT CAME ON AND VEHICLE ENGINE BEGAN SPUTTERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2009-fuel-filter-leak","label":"Fuel filter crack with gasoline leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11234983","quote_1_text":"NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL IN THE ENCLOSED GARAGE WHERE THE VEHICLE IS KEPT","quote_2_odi":"11320636","quote_2_text":"FUEL LEAKING TOP OF LEFT SIDE FUEL TANK AT FUEL PUMP CONNECTIONS","quote_3_odi":"11427606","quote_3_text":"However, my biggest concern is the smell of Gasoline after I drive the vehicle, every time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2009-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain leak onto Bose amplifier","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11318520","quote_1_text":"CAR BOSE AMPLIFIER RECEIVES WATER FROM PANORAMA ROOF DAMAGING THE ENTIRE PINS SYSTEM, GPS AND BLUETOOTH SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11258472","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF DRAIN LINE CONNECTOR, WATER LEAK ON TOP OF THE RADIO BOSE AMPLIER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2009-wiper-arm-failure","label":"Passenger-side wiper arm detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11374785","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN MODERATE RAIN WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON, THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER FLEW OFF","quote_2_odi":"11181065","quote_2_text":"THE PASSANGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11045099","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD ARM SNAPPED OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING UNDER ORDINARY CONDITIONS AT A SLOW SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-electrical-fault-after-rain","label":"Electrical component faults after rain exposure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11441283","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after having the car washed, the radio was operating on and off independently. The contact mentioned that every time that it rained the failure recurred and the heated seat was operating on and off independently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where","quote_2_odi":"10436138","quote_2_text":"THE FOLLOWING INCIDENT HAS OCCURRED TWICE. THE ONLY COMMON FACTOR I CAN IDENTIFY IS A GREAT DEAL OF RAIN PRIOR TO THIS. MY TAILGATE HAS OPENED TWICE BY ITSELF. WHEN THIS OCCURS, IT TAKES SEVERAL MINUTES TO CLOSE. I'VE HAD THE DEALER LOOK AT IT","quote_3_odi":"11496244","quote_3_text":"all system in this vehicle are fork up, works intermittently, Screen, back up camera, Sound audio, Battery draining, Door key doesn't work, Airbag, Electric defect, Truck back door doesn't close proprely, 4 module in this vehicle don't work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-engine-power-loss","label":"Unexpected loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11373217","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 AUDI Q7 WITH 59K MILES ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT WAS STARTING PRETTY ROUGH. I BROUGHT IT 200 YARDS UP THE STREET TO MY LOCAL GARAGE AND THEY SAID IT'S A BIGGER DEAL AND TO BRING IT TO THE DEALERSHIP. THEY TOLD ME IT'S A TIMING CHAIN ISSUE AND I LOOKED IT UP AND SAW THE","quote_2_odi":"11088725","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND POWERED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE AS INTENDED","quote_3_odi":"11071784","quote_3_text":"CAR DECELERATES RAPIDLY WHILE DRIVING EVEN THROUGH YOU HAVE PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR. THEN FEW JERKS HAPPEN AND CAR RETURNS BACK TO NORMAL ACCELERATION. THIS WHOLE PROCESS REPEATS INTERMITTENTLY. THIS FIRST HAPPENED ON A BUSY FREEWAY. THEN THIS HAS BEEN REPEATING FREQUENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump flange leak after recall repair","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11550028","quote_1_text":"Large fuel leak from fuel pump flange. Vehicle has had the recall 20W9 performed in 2018 as can be seen by the black butyl sticker on the assembly. However, this failed to prevent the flange from cracking and subsequently creating a large fuel leak. This is the very failure the","quote_2_odi":"11406727","quote_2_text":"ISSUE IS SIMILAR TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 16V660000, THE FUEL CAP FLANGE HAS BUTYL TAPE ON IT AND HAS STARTED LEAKING FUEL. THE GARAGE HAS A STRONG FUEL ODOR AND IS A FIRE HAZARD. THE PART IS ABOUT 250 DOLLARS, DIAGNOSIS WAS 150 AND INSTALLATION IS ABOUT 1.5 HOUR WHICH IS A GRAND","quote_3_odi":"11384863","quote_3_text":"FUEL PUMP CRACKED AND WAS LEAKING FUEL ON MY GARAGE FLOOR WHICH COULD CASE A CATASTROPHIC FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-tdi-hpfp-failure","label":"TDI high pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10614622","quote_1_text":"THE CAR STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND DECELERATED TO 20 MILES PER HOUR. MY HUSBAND PUSHED THE GAS PEDAL OVER AND OVER AND THE CAR WOULD NOT SPEED UP. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS HURT, HOWEVER WE WERE VERY SCARED. WE WERE ABLE TO PULL TO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND MAKE IT TO THE AUDI","quote_2_odi":"10559349","quote_2_text":"FILLED AUDI Q7 TDI 2010 MODEL ON 5/4/2011 WITH DIESEL FUEL AND MADE IT ABOUT 3/4 OF A MILE AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO RATTLE AND SHAKE HARD, FELT ALMOST LIKE A FLAT TIRE.....BUT THEN STARTED TO SPUTTER AND GURGLE AND THEN SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY, THIS TOOK ALL BUT ABOUT 60 SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"10480946","quote_3_text":"THIS IS A TDI VERSION OF THE Q7. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED DURING NORMAL USE AND SENT METAL PARTS THROUGH THE FUEL LINES, THROUGH THE FUEL FILTER AND INTO THE COMBUSTION CHAMBERS. AS A RESULT, THE ENGINE CEASED AND WE WERE LEFT STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD ON A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-tire-tread-separation","label":"Yokohama Parada Spec-x tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11620810","quote_1_text":"Yokohama Parada Spec-x tire, R275/45/R20 tread separation from belt. Second tire to do so since the start of 2024. Had to buy another brand name and tire after second tire separated from belts on 07/03/2024, causing me to spend $983.59 on new tires. There definitely something","quote_2_odi":"11620705","quote_2_text":"The tread separation at edge top of tire, Yokohama Parada Spec-x P275/45R20. Driving on Highway I-44. Started filling a weird vibration in the steering wheel. Stopped and found tore tread on tire","quote_3_odi":"11600630","quote_3_text":"The tread started tearing away from the tire, and sidewall. Less than 5k on tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2010-wiper-arm-breakage","label":"Passenger side wiper arm breakage in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11289828","quote_1_text":"DRIVING AT NIGHT ON THE HIGHWAY IN RAIN WITH WIPERS ON, THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM SNAPPED IN HALF CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION. REMAINING CALM, DROVE TO MY DESTINATION WHERE I SAW THE WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF","quote_2_odi":"11230008","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONERY IN HEAVY RAIN. TURN WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON AND WITHIN A FEW SECONDS PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM BROKE IN HALF","quote_3_odi":"10979868","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON RT 93 SOUTHBOUND IN MA DURING A HEAVY RAINSTORM THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF COMPLETELY AT THE BASE. I WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING AFTER THE INITIAL SHCCK OF THE ARM BREAKING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2011-adblue-nox-sensor-lockout","label":"AdBlue NOx sensor fault triggering start lockout","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10905910","quote_1_text":"THIS COMPLAINT PERTAINS TO AUDI'S ADBLUE (NOX) SYSTEM. THE NOX SENSOR FAILED, WHEN THE CAR IS DRIVING OR STATIONARY. THE WARNING ALERT STATES THE CAR WILL NOT START WITHIN 600 MILES. THE NOX SENSOR MUST BE REPLACE; OTHERWISE, THE CAR WILL NOT RUN DUE TO THE SOFTWARE LOCK OUT","quote_2_odi":"10731421","quote_2_text":"THIS COMPLAINT PERTAINS TO AUDIS ADBLUE(NOX) SYSTEM. WE RECIEVED A FAULT ON A ROAD TRIP. IT STATED CAR WOULD NOT TURN ON WITHIN 600 MILES. IT STARTED TO COUNT DOWN. AFTER 3 DEALERSHIP VISITS THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE FIRST PART TO REPLACE IS A NOX SENSOR TO THE COST OF 1300","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2011-fuel-pump-injector-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump and injector failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11620539","quote_1_text":"The Bosch CP4 High Pressure Fuel Pump failed suddenly at interstate speed (65-70mph) as I was driving up a hill in 3 lanes of traffic. The car stalled immediately and lost all motive power. I had to limp across 3 lanes of traffic to get to the shoulder right away, risking","quote_2_odi":"11530838","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle and had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The independent mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11118338","quote_3_text":"FUEL PUMP RECALL RUBBER BAND FIX IS INADEQUATE. MY MODEL GOT REPAIRED LAST YEAR FOR THE RECALL. THIS REPAIR IS INADEQUATE AND PUT MY FAMILY'S SAFETY AT RISK. THE GASOLINE MELTED THE RUBBER BAND AND LEAK. WE STARTED SMELLING GASOLINE INSIDE OUR VEHICLE AND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2011-wiper-arm-detachment","label":"Wiper arm and blade detachment while operating","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11539960","quote_1_text":"Driving on a Saturday evening when it started raining. Wipers automatically engaged, suddenly saw passenger side blade warp then snap off and fly off the to the side of the street causing the driver behind me to swerve almost causing an accident. I pulled over immediately, to","quote_2_odi":"11375789","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN THE RAIN WITH MY WIPERS ON, SET ON LOW WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER EJECTED ITSELF AND THE WIPER ARM BROKE NEAR THE BASE. TO KEEP MY WINDSHIELD FROM BEING SCRATCHED I HAD TO TURN MY WIPERS OFF ALTOGETHER FORCING ME TO DRIVE IN THE UNSAFE CONDITION OF POOR","quote_3_odi":"11041380","quote_3_text":"THE HAS BEEN A LOT OF INCIDENT THAT AN AUDI Q7 RIGHT WIPER BLADE CAN SNAPPED OFF AND CAN HIT ANOTHER CAR OF PERSON WHILE DRIVING IN A HIGHWAY. I WAS DRIVING LAST NIGHT AND LUCKILY SLOWED DOWN ABOUT TO MAKE A TURN WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY PASSENGER WIPER ARM JUST SNAPPED IN HALF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2012-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11189715","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI Q7. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT QUICKLY APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AUDI MARIETTA (LOCATED AT 1141","quote_2_odi":"11711746","quote_2_text":"On or December 5th, 2025 (4 days after taking possession of the vehicle, I experienced a sudden and severe steering system failure while driving. When turning the steering wheel (even slightly), the vehicle produced a loud buzzing/grinding noise and the steering effort increased","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2012-crankshaft-pulley-failure","label":"Crankshaft pulley/harmonic balancer failure","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11327570","quote_1_text":"CRANK PULLEY HARD RUBBER CORE OR SO CALLED HARMONIC BALANCER BROKE AND SERPENTINE BELT FELL OFF CAUSING TO LOOSE POWER STEERING AND NOT BE ABLE TO STEER. I WAS PULLING OUT OF A HIGHWAY RAMP AND THANKFULLY OTHER CARS WERE ABLE TO AVOID ME DUE TO THE LOW TRAFFIC AT THE TIME OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11301540","quote_2_text":"MAIN PULLEY OR SO CALLED HARMONIC BALANCER BROKE AND SERPENTINE BELT FELL OFF CAUSING TO LOOSE POWER STEERING AND NOT BE ABLE TO STEER I WAS LUCKY THAT JUST MADE IT THE TURN AND I WAS ON STRAIGHT PAT AND LOW SPEED TO STOP SAFELY","quote_3_odi":"11286693","quote_3_text":"CRANKSHAFT PULLEY RIPPED ITSELF APART AT IDLE AFTER VEHICLE WAS STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2012-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11280524","quote_1_text":"OVER THE PAST YEAR, MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN CONSUMING QUARTS OF ENGINE OIL. DURING MY LAST ENGINE OIL CHANGE, I WAS LEFT TO MINIMUM OIL LEVELS AFTER DRIVING ONLY 250 MILES. NO LEAKS WERE DETECTED IN ENGINE BY MECHANICS AT BOTH DEALERSHIP AND INDEPENDENT SHOPS. THE REMEDY RECOMMEND","quote_2_odi":"11101473","quote_2_text":"LOW OIL LIGHT CAME ON 3,000 MILES AFTER OIL CHANGE. NOTICED OIL ON GROUND UNDER VEHICLE WHERE IT IS PARKED IN GARAGE. TOOK IT BACK TO AUDI SERVICE CENTER AND THEY WENT OVER IT AND SAID THAT IT NEEDS THE PCV (PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE) REPLACED AS THEY HAVE SEEN THIS IN THE PAST ON","quote_3_odi":"11006007","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI AUDI Q7. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, OPENED THE HOOD, CHECKED THE DIPSTICK, AND NOTICED THAT THE OIL WAS LOW. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OIL BURNED FAST AND HE HAD TO ADD TWO EXTRA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2012-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump/tank flange leak and odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11364394","quote_1_text":"2012 AUDI Q7 3.0T S LINE PRESTIGE, 91K MILES! STARTED AS SMALL GASOLINE SMELL BECOMING STRONGER THROUGHOUT THE NEXT COUPLE DAYS. SMELLED REALLY STRONG AROUND REAR LEFT DOOR AREA AND INSIDE CABIN. INVESTIGATED FUEL LEAK AND NOTICE UNDERNEATH THE SUV, FUEL DRIPPING DOWN THE SIDE","quote_2_odi":"11352544","quote_2_text":"RECALL 20W9 WAS COMPLETED ABOUT MAY 2018. NO LEAKING OR CRACKS WERE FOUND. BUTYL TAPE WAS PLACED OVER FLANGE TO \"PREVENT\" FUTURE LEAKS. AUGUST 2020, FUEL FLANGE IS NOW LEAKING. STRONG GASOLINE SMELL FROM OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT CONFIRMS IT IS LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"10874392","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS A VERY STRONG GASOLINE SMELL AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. THE ODOR IS ESPECIALLY STRONG IN A CONFINED SPACE SUCH A GARAGE. THE SOURCE OF THE ODOR IS NEAR THE DRIVER SIDE REAR TIRE. LIVING IN A VERY WARM CLIMATE, I FEAR THAT A FIRE MAY BE CAUSED BY THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2012-wiper-arm-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11280527","quote_1_text":"ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM HAS SNAPPED OFF DURING HEAVY RAINSTORMS WHILE DRIVING WITHIN NYC'S POSTED SPEED LIMIT ON THE GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY OF 50 MPH. THE LACK OF VISIBILITY COMPROMISES MY SAFETY AND OTHERS WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11096670","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM BROKE COMPLETELY OFF WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN ON A MAIN STREET. IT WAS IN OPERATION AT THE TIME OF INCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2013-engine-oil-coolant-failure","label":"Engine oil/coolant consumption and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11754103","quote_1_text":"On XXX, I was driving northbound on US-101 from [XXX] to [XXX] to pick up a family member for an appointment. The vehicle had been operating normally at freeway speed. As traffic slowed for a construction zone near Summerland, I intentionally reduced speed to approximately 20","quote_2_odi":"11209515","quote_2_text":"RUMBLING SOUND FROM A COLD START. REPORTED PROBLEM TO SERVICE DEPARTMENT WHEN CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY IN APRIL 2015 AND WAS TOLD IT WAS NORMAL SOUND. NOW ENGINE FAILURE WITH TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONERS. THERE WAS A TSB ISSUED BY AUDI IN MARCH 2015 FOR THIS ISSUE AND YET","quote_3_odi":"11289500","quote_3_text":"HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION, WITHIN A MONTH OF BUYING IT. SAID IT WAS NORMAL, NOW ITS ON A WEEK TO WEEK BASIS WITH PUTTING OIL IN THE CAR AND ENGINE LIGHT IS ON. IT COMES ON WHILE MOVING AND STAYS ON UNTIL OIL IS PUT IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2013-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump/filter flange leak with cabin odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11750638","quote_1_text":"The fuel pump flange repair was a joke on this car. It should've been replaced not just put a black tar like sealant on it. That was an error on Audi's part. The sealant didn't keep it from forming a leak in the stress cracks that were being reported. Mine says all recalls have","quote_2_odi":"11554438","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and at various speeds, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact became aware of fuel forming a puddle on","quote_3_odi":"11073163","quote_3_text":"2013 AUDI Q7 TDI - CATASTROPHIC HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. SECOND INCIDENT WITHIN APPROXIMATELY 20,000 MI ON SAME VEHICLE. WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH ON CITY STREET. CAR BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND LOSING POWER RAPIDLY, GLOW PLUG LIGHT CAME ON. DRIVER BEGAN PULLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2013-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Loss of power and limp mode while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11706022","quote_1_text":"Limp mode. started shortly after my purchase in May 2024. On highway and would go into limp mode, almost got hit and caused danger to other traffic. thought it was fixed and it happened again. went to pull out and make a left hand turn and had no rpms again, limp mode. Almost","quote_2_odi":"11150057","quote_2_text":"MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT THE SAME TIME INCLUDING TRANSMISSION, ENGINE, ABS, ESP, AIR BAG AND TPMS, WHILE THESE LIGHTS ARE ON VEHICLE HESITATES AND LOOSES COMPLETE POWER, THIS CONDITION HAPPENED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT, HAD TO TOW THE","quote_3_odi":"11066133","quote_3_text":"WITHIN 300 MILES OF THE DIESEL RECALL MODIFICATION THE ENGINE LOST POWER AT 70 MPH AND SLOWLY DRIFTED TO LOWER SPEED. ADDITIONALLY THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT RESPOND TO MANUAL SHIFT TO A LOWER GEAR (IT STAYED IN 8TH). AFTER STOPPING THE CAR AND TURNING IT OFF A \"RESET ACCOURED\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2013-service-brakes-failure","label":"Service brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11388544","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR GRINDER TO A HALT. THE BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON AFTER THE GRINDING. I CALLED A TOW TRUCK AND HE FOUND A BOLT ON THE GROUND THAT WAS HOLDING THE CALIPER/HUB TOGETHER. MY SPEED WAS AROUND 30 MPH BUT IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY OR AT A HIGHER RATE OF","quote_2_odi":"10993367","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 AUDI Q7. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2013-wiper-arm-detachment","label":"Windshield wiper arm detachment while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11031351","quote_1_text":"WIFE PULLED INTO GARAGE ON A STORMY DAY AND I WAS STANDING ON PASSENGER SIDE WITH MY 3 YEAR OLD SON. PASSENGER WIPER ARM SNAPPED OFF AND FLEW TOWARD US AND ALMOST STABBED MY 3 YEAR OLD. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS THE WIPER BLADE, BUT IT WAS THE WHOLE ENTIRE ARM. THE BROKEN END","quote_2_odi":"11115568","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED'S IN A BLINDING RAINSTORM, THE ENTIRE PASSENGER WINDSHIELD WIPER ARM BROKE AND FLEW OFF THE CAR INTO THE TRAFFIC BEHIND","quote_3_odi":"11207298","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING TODAY ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE WINDSHIELD MECHANISM ON MY 2013 AUDI Q7 SNAPPED IN HALF AND FLEW OFF THE CAR IN HEAVY RAINS. ADDITIONALLY, THE ONLY SIDE AFFECTED BY THIS IS THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER; THE DRIVER SIDE AND BACK CONTINUE TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag system failure to deploy or activate","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11664062","quote_1_text":"The airbag system failed to deploy during a frontal collision. The vehicle’s front driver and passenger airbags did not activate at the time of impact","quote_2_odi":"11123074","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 40-45 MPH GO STRAIGHT ON THE LEFT LANE OF TWO LANES CITY ROAD WITH 45 MPH LIMIT. ONE CAR CAME OUT FROM MY RIGHT SIDE COMMUNITY AND MAKE LEFT TURN","quote_3_odi":"11006680","quote_3_text":"06/23/2017 TOOK VEHICLE INTO DEALER FOR AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT, REPAIR FINISHED 06/30/2017 DUE TO CRACKED CONNECTOR UNDER DRIVER'S SEAT IN A WIRING BUNDLE THAT DOES NOT FLEX WITH MOVEMENT OF SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank leak and odor after flange recall repair","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11752701","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while attempting to trade the vehicle at a dealer, the team observed an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11608227","quote_2_text":"Over a period of a week started to smell fuel in the cabin area. I took the vehicle to my mechanics as the closest Audi dealer in 1hr 15mins away on I-10 in mobile Alabama and I did not want to risk the drive","quote_3_odi":"11343627","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ON THE VEHICLES FOR THE FLANGE AROUND THE FUEL PUMP LEAKING. THE REPAIR DOES NOT FIX THE PROBLEM AND IT WILL REOCCUR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-oil-coolant-leak-stall","label":"Engine oil and coolant leak leading to stall or shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11570695","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing a severe oil leak between the engine and gearbox of my Audi Q7. This issue poses a safety risk due to potential engine malfunctions and accidents","quote_2_odi":"11502259","quote_2_text":"We have a 2014 Audi Q7 with 60K mileage that we serviced and maintained by Hoffman Audi all the time. On December 27th, while on the freeway, the engine was shut down without any prior alert, with a lot of smoke and oil leakage","quote_3_odi":"11683873","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal beeping sound coming from the warning light on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering, exploding, or leaking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10701109","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 AUDI Q7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUN ROOF SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"11142126","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY ON 10/22/2018. WITH NO APPARENT WARNING AND NO EXTERNAL IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11403982","quote_3_text":"THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS A FLAW THAT CAUSES RAIN TO OR ON THE AMPLIFIER. AUDI FUNCTIONS THROUGH FIBER OPTICS, THEREFORE WHEN THE AMPLIFIER MALFUNCTIONS, THE ENTIRE ELECTRIC SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11083924","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT MY AUDI Q7 CERTIFIED PRE OWNED FROM AN AUDI DEALERSHIP. SOON AFTER I GOT IT I REALIZED THAT THE ACCELERATOR SOMETIMES GOT STUCK ON A FAST ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"11337516","quote_2_text":"CAR SELF ACCELERATED WHILE PARKING INTO A SPACE. IT IS A TDI VERSION WHICH HAD BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR A RECALL MODIFICATION TO COMPUTER THAT SAME WEEK","quote_3_odi":"11484923","quote_3_text":"Adaptive cruise and speed control were intermittently operating eventually resulting in a defective system. No resolution at this time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-tdi-glow-plug-stall","label":"Loss of acceleration and stall with glow plug indicator","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172569","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 55-75 MILES PER HOUR. I SAW AN ORANGE INDICATOR LIGHT FOR THE 'GLOW PLUG SYSTEM' APPEAR, WITH NO PREVIOUS WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11175860","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP) FAILED WHILE DRIVING. CAR STOPPED INSTANTLY IN TRAFFIC AND WOULD NOT START CREATING A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"11299038","quote_3_text":"MY FAMILY AND I WERE DRIVING ABOUT 55MPH AND THE GLOW PLUG WARNING LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER A MILE OR SO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2014-wiper-defroster-failure","label":"Windshield wiper and defroster system failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11127906","quote_1_text":"DURING A HEAVY RAIN, THE TWO WIPERS LOCKED EACH OTHER UP, THE DRIVER SIDE MOVED DOWN BUT THE PASSENGER SIDE DID NOT, CAUSE THE LOCKED UP, PUTTING ME IN A VERY SERIOUS SITUATION","quote_2_odi":"11102469","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE WIPER FAILED WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY RAIN. APPEARS MANY AUDI Q7 OWNERS EXPERIENCED THIS FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11163879","quote_3_text":"THE FAN BLOWER FAILED, CAUSING THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER TO NOT WORK. THE WINDSHIELD BECAME FOGGY WITH ZERO VISIBILITY WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11502839","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q7. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bags needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11431622","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving at 45 mph, a vehicle from the opposite side made a left turn while the contact was driving straight which caused the contact to T-bone and hit that other vehicle on the front and rear passenger side","quote_3_odi":"11337725","quote_3_text":"MY PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND MY AC BLOWER IS NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11440896","quote_1_text":"ABS sensor failed. Caused the warning lights to come on showing failure. The rear brakes locked up in an intersection as a result of sensor failure and I narrowly avoided a serious accident. This has happened twice. Each time when a sensor failed","quote_2_odi":"10716463","quote_2_text":"WIFE WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND SHE DEPRESSED THE BREAK PEDAL. THE PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT STOPPING THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11658348","quote_1_text":"Engine started knocking. Excessive use of oil in vehicle. Even after putting oil in and getting the oil changed several times, the vehicle constantly leaks and is consuming massive amounts of oil","quote_2_odi":"11503047","quote_2_text":"The car constantly needs to get oil. It is unreal that I went for a top off and the next day the oil light is on","quote_3_odi":"11270307","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED INCREASED MOTOR OIL CONSUMPTION IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS . THE VEHICLE HAS USED ABOUT 3 QUARTS OF OIL IN LESS THAN 2,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-fuel-system-leaks","label":"Fuel system leaks and spills at filler neck","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11545901","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Audi Q7. The contact stated while refueling the vehicle, the fuel gauge failed to properly indicate that the fuel tank was full. The contact continued refueling the vehicle, and fuel started spilling from the filler neck","quote_2_odi":"11429265","quote_2_text":"Code P00455 check engine light. When I fuel gas tank, fuel pours out from driver's side. Fuel fill is on passenger's side of car","quote_3_odi":"11128219","quote_3_text":"GAS PIPE ABOVE THE ENGINE POPPED WHEN TRYING TO START THE CAR AND ALL THE GAS LEAKED OUT. MIGHT HAVE CAUGHT ON FIRE IF THE ENGINE WAS HOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-headlight-lens-cracking","label":"Headlight lens cracking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11114488","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE INTERNAL FRACTURES IN THE HEADLIGHT LENSES. NOTE THIS IS NOT ON THE SURFACE OF THE LENS. THE FRACTURES REDUCE LIGHT OUTPUT, SPLINTERS THE LIGHT, AND IS DISRUPTIVE TO THE VISION OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11076319","quote_2_text":"BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS HAVE EXTENSIVE CRACKS ON THEM. THIS IS A BRAND-NEW 2015 AUDI Q7 TDI PREMIUM PLUS (HELD AT DEALERSHIP FROM SALE BY EPA ORDER DUE TO EMISSION ISSUES)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11517594","quote_1_text":"Driving down the highway, 70 mph, and the middle panel of the panoramic sunroof just shattered. Nothing struck the glass, and the highway was smooth; no potholes or bumps","quote_2_odi":"11282695","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND PUT DOWN THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW TO LET AIR INTO THE VEHICLE WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION. THE SUNROOF SHATTERED IN PLACE AND THEN AS I WAS STILL DRIVING THE BROKEN GLASS WAS FALLING INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10978602","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF SHATTERED / EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration event","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11472330","quote_1_text":"On 7/4 as I was merging onto the highway I was accelerating to merge onto the main lanes of traffic. I pressed on the accelerator to pickup speed, but when I let off the pedal the vehicle felt like it was continuing to accelerate similar to being on cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11186047","quote_2_text":"AFTER JUST MERGING TO I695 W FROM TRAVELING SOUTH ON I95 VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AFTER GOING FULL THROTTLE AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THE BRAKE OVERRIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2015-wiper-arm-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11659445","quote_1_text":"Right passenger windshield wiper arm, broke off and windshield during driving. It started to sprinkle and the automatic windshield wipers came on","quote_2_odi":"11323990","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER BROKE IN HEAVY RAIN. I CALLED THE COMPANY AND THEY REFUSED TO FIX BECAUSE IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY EVEN THOUGH THIS IS A KNOWN AND COMMON PROBLEM. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2017-drive-system-malfunction","label":"Drive system malfunction while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11717230","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact became aware of an abnormal odor. The vehicle started shaking, and the drive train malfunction indicator was displayed. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, and…","quote_2_odi":"11640427","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while attempting to shift into reverse, the transmission failed to recognize that the vehicle was in reverse. The message “Transmission Malfunction – You can Continue Driving” was displayed on the instrument panel.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2017-loss-of-steering-control","label":"Loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11679747","quote_1_text":"Complete loss of steering control while driving at low speeds. Dashboard indicator illuminated for \"Severe Steering Malfunction - Do Not Drive.\" Had the car towed to the dealership. Dealership indicated that the car needed a new steering rack and pinion. Cost estimate was $4000.…","quote_2_odi":"11572048","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering shaft bolt was faulty and needed to be replaced.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2017-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11712628","quote_1_text":"Car has a burnt cylinder from excessive oil consumption due to poor piston ring design. These engines are prone to failure to do carbon buildup on the cylinders which leads to poor PCV performance to exacerbate the problem. Audi dealership has confirmed my cylinder 3 has a burnt…","quote_2_odi":"11616670","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil level warning light illuminated with a message that the engine was 1-quart low on engine oil. The contact added 1-quart of engine oil. However, after driving 1,000 miles, a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2017-rear-coil-spring-failure","label":"Rear coil spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11685457","quote_1_text":"Rear passenger spring coil broke at around 82000 miles (8 years 9 months old) on the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11607575","quote_2_text":"The suspension spring on the passenger side rear wheel broke.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2017-side-marker-light-warning","label":"Side marker light defective warning","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733230","quote_1_text":"I have gotten a notice that my \"front left side marker light defective\"","quote_2_odi":"11642978","quote_2_text":"Front left side marker light defective. See owner's manual","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-aeb-false-activation","label":"Forward collision assist false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11648378","quote_1_text":"Twice, without logically-relevant symptom or warning, when the vehicle attempted to accelerate from a low speed in the middle of a busy intersection, the AEB incorrectly activated, suddenly stopped the vehicle, startled the drivers, and nearly caused accidents","quote_2_odi":"11193369","quote_2_text":"AUDI HAS A PRE SENSE FEATURE THAT WILL AUTOMATICALLY SLAM ON THE BRAKES. IT FAILS CONSTANTLY AND SLAMS ON THE BRAKES AT VARIOUS TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11210627","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI Q7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AUTONOMOUS BRAKE ASSIST FUNCTION ENGAGED MORE THAN TWICE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and piston/valve damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11747856","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Audi Q7 3.0T Quattro is experiencing extreme oil consumption — dropping from full to minimum level in approximately 230 miles. This is approximately 14x beyond Audi's own threshold for excessive oil consumption of 0.5 quarts per 1,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11700218","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a progressive oil consumption defect that led to a catastrophic engine failure in my 2018 Audi Q7. The vehicle was purchased Certified Pre-Owned (CPO). I reported the excessive oil use to an Audi dealer","quote_3_odi":"11568072","quote_3_text":"We have had major problems with our 2018 Audi Q7 that are consistent with allegations made in various lawsuits against Audi and Volkswagen Group of America for alleged defects with Audi piston rings and piston ring assemblies","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-rear-coil-spring-failure","label":"Rear coil spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11729693","quote_1_text":"I’m reporting a serious safety issue with my 2018 Audi Q7. Both rear suspension springs failed suddenly while I was driving at highway speeds 70 MPH, with no warning at all","quote_2_odi":"11677881","quote_2_text":"Passenger side rear coil spring broken, shocks leaking. Confirmed by dealer. No warning lamps, messages","quote_3_odi":"11579215","quote_3_text":"Rear passenger side coil spring broke. Vehicle has 85K miles. Happened when traveling on a highway - heard a loud bang","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-seat-belt-buckle-fault","label":"Seat belt buckle and tensioner malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11551970","quote_1_text":"Brakes were firmly applied to avoid a collision, the 3rd row seatbelt did not engage and the passenger was thrust forward and hit their head on the 2nd row seat","quote_2_odi":"11489290","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q7. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the seat belt on the passenger’s side the second row started to make a clicking sound and tightened independently around the contact's son","quote_3_odi":"11289812","quote_3_text":"WHEN COMING TO AN ABRUPT STOP TO PREVENT A COLLISION THE MIDDLE ROW PASSENGER SEATBELT CAME UNBUCKLED. MY 2.5 YEAR OLD IS IN A FORWARD FACING CAR SEAT BUCKLED INTO THIS SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-side-marker-light-fault","label":"Front side marker light fault warning","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11659517","quote_1_text":"We had a warning light go on on the dash advising there was an issue with the driver's side side marker lamp. In looking at the lamp, it is still illuminating, just not as bright as normal","quote_2_odi":"11630643","quote_2_text":"97CB (NHTSA campaign ID 16V642000. This recall address this issue on the 2018 Audi Q7. Side marker light malfunction. Does my vehicle qualify?","quote_3_odi":"11698524","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Audi Q7. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, an orange triangle warning symbol and a message that the \"Driver’s side Front Marker Defective - See Owner’s Manual\" was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-tire-tread-delamination","label":"Premature tire tread wear and delamination","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11282505","quote_1_text":"THE OEM GOODYEAR EAGLE RUN FLAT TECHNOLOGY (RFT) TIRES THAT WERE ORIGINALLY INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE ARE STARTING TO \"CHUNK\" ON THE OUTER EDGES OF THE TIRE. THE TREAD IS STILL AT 8/32 AND THE CAR ONLY HAS 9,700 MILES ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11234737","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR CONTINENTAL TIRES INSTALLED AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT WORN OUT AT 14,000 MILES; IDENTICAL TIRES INSTALLED AND SHOWING EXCESSIVE WEAR AT 3500 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11174598","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2018 AUDI Q7 PRETIGE WITH GOODYEAR RUN FLAT TIRES. ALL FOUR TIRES FAILED OR ARE FAILING WITH TREAD LOSS AND TREAD SEPARATION/DELAMINATING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2018-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11457898","quote_1_text":"Water pump stopped working properly, creating hazardous situation with my car. Had the car overheated and stopped working while driving, this could have been catastrophic","quote_2_odi":"11505020","quote_2_text":"Water pump failure. This can lead to catstrophic engine failure if not addressed. Dealer has confirmed the failure. No fault codes appeared in any scans","quote_3_odi":"11480007","quote_3_text":"At approx 56,600 miles I received a low engine coolant error on my vehicle. Upon inspection, all engine coolant was gone from the tank. Engine coolant was refilled by me at home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-front-tire-tread-wear","label":"Front tire tread wear and damage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11450437","quote_1_text":"At 49,520 miles, dealer reported that tires were \"chopped on inner edge and waring on outer edge\". Tread depth was reported as 7/32 on front, and 6/32 on back","quote_2_odi":"11405506","quote_2_text":"BOTH FRONT TIRES AT 19,600 MILES HAVE TREAD PEALING OFF THE TIRE. THIS IS OCCURRING ACROSS THE WHOLE TREAD OF THE FRONT TIRES .FROM THE INSIDE TO THE OUTSIDE OF BOTH TIRES.THE REAR TIRES LOOK LIKE NEW","quote_3_odi":"11341110","quote_3_text":"WE HAVE A NEW 2019 AUDI Q7 BOUGHT IN DECEMBER 2018 THAT HAS NOW 11900 MILES ON IT. I NOTICED A FEW DAYS AGO THAT THE FRONT TIRES ARE COMPLETELY DAMAGED, FOR NO APPARENT REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-fuel-pump-sensor-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel level sensor failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11600498","quote_1_text":"During high weather temperature the fuel lines pops off and leaks fuel everywhere","quote_2_odi":"11588208","quote_2_text":"Faulty fuel sensor. Sensor showing low fuel warning while the tank is full","quote_3_odi":"11510654","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the message “emergency vehicle malfunction\" displayed and the vehicle began to sputter and hesitate before stalling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-infotainment-display-freeze","label":"Infotainment display freeze and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11706777","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle’s infotainment system suddenly froze and then rebooted on its own. During the reboot, the display was unavailable for several minutes","quote_2_odi":"11635338","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is connected to a cell phone and reliant on Apple CarPlay for navigation support, the screen will freeze numerous times while in transit. This causes the driver to lose situational awareness","quote_3_odi":"11538169","quote_3_text":"Backup camera malfunctions, often turns blank or fails to activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-parking-marker-light-fault","label":"Parking and side marker light fault code","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11668483","quote_1_text":"Yesterday I bought a 2019 Audi Q7 and today I get a warning light stating my right parking lamp is defective. Upon checking the light I found that it was on and working","quote_2_odi":"11648487","quote_2_text":"On my 2019 Audi Q7 anytime the headlights are activated either manually or automatically by the vehicle, it will pull up a \"Right front parking light defective\" error code. This code randomly showed up one day and has persisted ever since","quote_3_odi":"11627197","quote_3_text":"I am filing a complaint and request for a recall on 2019 Audi Q7's side marker light. This is 2019 Model Audi Q7.It has about 60K miles. I start getting a warning message pops up frequently saying \"Right front side marker light faulty See owner's manual\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-rear-coil-spring-failure","label":"Rear coil spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11641834","quote_1_text":"At approximately 67,000 miles there was a loud bang and the passenger side rear coil spring was broken","quote_2_odi":"11518964","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger side coil spring failed during vehicle operation. Vehicle has only 61,000 miles and has never seen any heavy duty including trailering anything","quote_3_odi":"11619348","quote_3_text":"On October 9, I brought my 2019 Audi Q7 with approximately 79k miles to my dealership service department for an oil change and an inspection sticker. While in for the service, the dealership performed a multi-point inspection. During the inspection, the service technician found","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-steering-malfunction-warning","label":"Electric power steering malfunction warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11680534","quote_1_text":"Steering malfunction , stop car warning. On the road","quote_2_odi":"11664388","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road at 50 mph and warning light came on stating \"Steering Malfunction\" and lost all steering capacity and had difficultly safely exiting the traveled road to safe location. No steering and avoiding a rear collision due to unexpected breaking to handle car","quote_3_odi":"11363850","quote_3_text":"WHILE TURNING ONTO AN EXIT RAMP FROM THE HIGHWAY AT A LOW SPEED, MY SON SAID THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY LOCKED UP (IT STIFFENED TO THE POINT OF NO MOVEMENT) AND HE COULDN'T TURN THE WHEEL AND CRASHED INTO A GUARD RAIL.*DT CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO DISREGARD THE REPORT.*JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2019-unintended-forward-braking","label":"Unintended forward collision avoidance braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11399700","quote_1_text":"FORWARD COLLISION ENGAGED ON A HIGHWAY WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES OR OBSTACLES NEAR. BRAKES SLAMMED ON, AND VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN THE ROADWAY","quote_2_odi":"11551936","quote_2_text":"The auto brake suddenly braked hard and it was scary. The car reported a collision warning red light for a few seconds. Luckily, there was no car close behind me. While I was driving at about 70 miles per hour on the highway, there was no car in front of me to worry about","quote_3_odi":"11728044","quote_3_text":"My car has experienced unintended automatic emergency braking while driving in active traffic with no obstruction present","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2020-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system failure with loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11592205","quote_1_text":"while driving the vehicle, I received a warning that there was an electrical system failure. Then the entire care shut off in the middle of the highway. There was no way to get the vehicle into neutral to push it to a safer location out of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11584456","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the messages \"Electrical Malfunction\" and \"Stop Vehicle\" were displayed. The contact stated that moments later the vehicle shut off and failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11497328","quote_3_text":"While driving at high speeds on the Freeway with my wife and 2 children (ages 4 & 5), an alert on the dashboard said - Electric System Malfunction. Drove straight to the near by dealership and was told not to turn off the vehicle as it might not start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2020-fca-false-alerts","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11560590","quote_1_text":"While driving, Forward Collision Warning appears without any reason. My understanding is that the car will brake itself if it senses frontal collosion and I am concerned that it might brake suddenly without my knowledge and cause an accident","quote_2_odi":"11400113","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON, THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY ADJUSTS THE SPEED TO THE SPEED LIMIT. ON OCCASION, WHEN DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, IT WILL PICK UP THE SPEED LIMIT FROM A CROSS STREET (OVER OR UNDER PASS)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2020-fuel-pump-tank-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel tank failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11720193","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Audi Q7 with 49,500 miles had a complete engine shut down while driving. Towed to Audi. Fuel Pump was recalled and replaced on 1/2023. Audi stated it was the jet suction pump inside the saddle fuel tank","quote_2_odi":"11500134","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the contact was informed by local dealers that parts were on backorder. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2020-oil-consumption-engine-damage","label":"Oil consumption and internal engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11737769","quote_1_text":"the first indication of an issue was oil consumption. It was using more oil than usual around the 70K mile mark. Then it started misfiring, and soon after a knocking noise coming from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11609572","quote_2_text":"Turbo charger failure at approximately 30,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2020-water-pump-coolant-failure","label":"Water pump and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11720200","quote_1_text":"I discovered this item while researching another issue. There was a class action law suit against VW/Audi for the Water Pump and coolant leaking into the system. The class action covered the year and model for my Audi (2020 Q7) but my VIN was not included","quote_2_odi":"11670473","quote_2_text":"I’m having to replace my REPLACE WATER PUMP AND VACUUM LINES WITH RESERVOIR at 41k miles or it risk overheating the engine. It is a significant repair at a premature time. After researching, it has been reported there are historical issues with this and faulty parts","quote_3_odi":"11724096","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-back-over-sensor-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera and sensor malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744149","quote_1_text":"My rear backup sensors have fallen out of my vehicle and the dealership wants to charge me $200.00 to diagnose the problem. All they need to do is reattach the sensors which were originally put on the vehicle with double sided adhesive tape which is a poor design. I cannot…","quote_2_odi":"11594789","quote_2_text":"Safety recall for backup camera has tried to be repaired 3 times now and not fixed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-coolant-migration-water-pump","label":"Water pump coolant migration into vacuum system","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11738957","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 55 MPH, the Check Engine light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed code PO299, which referred to coolant migration into the vacuum system. The contact was…","quote_2_odi":"11699105","quote_2_text":"My water pump went out on my 2021Q7. The car had 57271 miles on it. I looked up the Vin and it is not covered in the class action lawsuit however, my model and my year comes up but not my Vin. I feel a water pump should last until 100,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision avoidance automatic braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11493731","quote_1_text":"While traveling all alone in a 2 lane road on a rainy evening the brakes applied themselves violently. Same has happened when backing of my home garage and the car senses rain and the brakes violently. This is very distressing and the seatbelt pulls back very hard causing fear…","quote_2_odi":"11477825","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q7. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle came to an abrupt stop. The contact went forward and sustained a concussion, and blurred vision and medical attention was provided. The emergency brake malfunction message…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Parking brake and service brake malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11707425","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was parked on a sloped driveway. After the driver exited the car, the automatic parking brake/Auto-P fail-safe failed to engage. The vehicle rolled backward unexpectedly, causing the driver-side door to strike a fire hydrant and rebound into the driver's body. There…","quote_2_odi":"11545027","quote_2_text":"on Sep 17 2023 my wife was driving her Audi Q7. which has 25,780 miles. She drove to a parking lot for a hiking trip, pressed on the brake and the car instead of stopping accelerated. She kept trying to press the brake, however the car did not stop until it hit a tree. The car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-seat-belt-retractor-unlock","label":"Seat belt retractor unlocking during use","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11534930","quote_1_text":"The seat belt has now come unlocked from the locked position multiple times without unbuckling the seat. This is an issue because it's the seat belt used to install an infant car seat, so the car seat is not locked into place, which could be a major issue in the event of a…","quote_2_odi":"11534121","quote_2_text":"The right rear seat belt locking retractor, which was locked when I put my son in his car seat, became unlocked in motion during our trip while his car seat was in use. I check the lock each time I place him in his car seat, and it was locked at the beginning of our journey…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-starter-generator-shutdown","label":"Electrical system malfunction and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11550555","quote_1_text":"While driving, vehicle flashed red error codes for an electrical system malfunction and indicated that the vehicle should be stopped as soon as possible. As part of this failure, the auto start/stop for the vehicle became disabled. Vehicle was towed to Audi dealer, and after…","quote_2_odi":"11504014","quote_2_text":"My 2021 is having an issue with the starter generator. Apparently this is a issue with many Audi's","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11514930","quote_1_text":"285/40R21 At the end of a Vermont ski trip, left to return home on the morning of 3/15/23 at approximately 8am. Outside temperature was approximately 30 deg F and it was snowing. Due to partially snow-covered roadways, speeds were limited to 35-40 mph. After driving for…","quote_2_odi":"11514935","quote_2_text":"285/40R21 I was pulling out of a parking lot onto Rt 40, a secondary, 2-lane road, at approximately 6pm. As I accelerated to approximately 30 mph, without warning I heard a loud noise and felt the pull of the right front tire. I pulled off into a gas station parking area that…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q7","model_slug":"q7","cluster_id":"audi-q7-2021-virtual-cockpit-blank","label":"Virtual cockpit instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11654382","quote_1_text":"Both of the screens went blank while I was driving and the top one showed this: ENGINEERING +Update + Activation keys +Version information +Reboot to normal mode","quote_2_odi":"11624310","quote_2_text":"So models which have digital cockpits that were produced before July 2021 are faulty and the screen goes black. I was on the I95 when the display was gone and I didn’t have a speedometer. The manufacturer is already aware and accepts there’s a issue but doesn’t have a recall.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-alternator-electrical-shutdown","label":"Alternator or starter-generator failure with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11501011","quote_1_text":"While driving in heavy traffic on 12/23/22 the entire electrical system shut down and all power was lost. Fortunately I was not hit by another vehicle and coasted into a parking lot with no power","quote_2_odi":"11498809","quote_2_text":"Vehicle lost all power and control while driving 45mph. First electrical system failure warning came on. Within 2 minutes the transmission slipped into neutral and 15 seconds later the vehicle lost power and I coasted to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11501175","quote_3_text":"My alternator failed with \"electrical malfunction\" alerts until the car decided to shut down on the highway with my newborn and wife","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-central-lock-door-failure","label":"Central locking malfunction trapping occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11742553","quote_1_text":"I have experienced multiple events in which the there is a central locking system malfunction which renders the fob, door lock button, and at times, the door handle nonfunctional and effectively traps occupants in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11595508","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that later when a rear passenger attempted to exit the vehicle, the door failed to open","quote_3_odi":"11421654","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to exit the vehicle by pulling the interior door handles, the doors would not immediately open","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-fuel-rail-pump-recall","label":"Fuel rail or fuel pump leak and failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11616547","quote_1_text":"I was smelling fuel from my car so stopped to have it checked and was told there is a significant spray of fuel coming from the fuel rail and hitting the electrical wires","quote_2_odi":"11494564","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11492928","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and then stopping at a traffic light, the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-piston-skirt-defect","label":"Piston skirt defect and piston slap noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11734916","quote_1_text":"The condition has since been confirmed by a service provider as a major mechanical failure. Additionally, I have received documentation from the manufacturer indicating a known issue related to piston skirt defects associated with this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11715703","quote_2_text":"Piston slap issues. The manufacturer is aware of the engine failure issues. They extended the engine warranty coverage from 50k to 80k miles knowing that the engine piston slap is an extreme issue but they won’t issue a total and complete recall","quote_3_odi":"11698834","quote_3_text":"I was having noise from engine and and I received a letter from extended warranty for an production defect in piston skirt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-start-stop-throttle-lag","label":"Auto start/stop throttle lag on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11302799","quote_1_text":"SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WITH THROTTLE DELAY FROM DEAD STOP TO GET GOING; DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME AND IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO REPLICATE THE ISSUE; AUDI CLAIMS THEY DO NOT KNOW ANYTHING ABOUT THIS - MULTIPLE PAST COMPLAINTS","quote_2_odi":"11219348","quote_2_text":"THE AUTO STOP/START SYSTEM ON THE AUDI Q8 PRESENTS A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN A DRIVER ATTEMPTS TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"11317085","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING IN ANY STANDARD DRIVING MODE, WHEN YOU START TO COME TO A STOP WITH AUTO S/S ENABLED (E.G. SLOW DOWN) TO LESS THAN 6MPH, THEN ACCELERATE AGAIN, THERE IS A CONSIDERABLE LAG FOR THE VEHICLE TO START ACCELERATING AGAIN (ABOUT 1-2 SECONDS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2019-water-pump-vacuum-contamination","label":"Water pump coolant leak into vacuum system","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11736636","quote_1_text":"The inspection revealed that the coolant pump was leaking internally, contaminating the entire vacuum system with coolant","quote_2_odi":"11690639","quote_2_text":"Faulty water pump → allowed coolant to migrate into the vacuum lines (a place coolant should never be)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup and surround-view camera malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11710994","quote_1_text":"My cameras are not working sometimes","quote_2_odi":"11574008","quote_2_text":"Rear back up camera and 360 cameras do not work consistently and result in difficulty in backing up the car without complete visibility","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-door-lock-malfunction","label":"Door lock malfunction leaving doors unsecured","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11578769","quote_1_text":"The door locking on the Audi Q8 is consistently malfunctioning, indicating either open doors or locked doors that can still be opened","quote_2_odi":"11479474","quote_2_text":"Problem: Locking system malfunctions leaving at least one door in an unlocked state","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-driver-assist-false-activation","label":"Driver-assistance false activation after recall","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11743298","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a severe safety hazard on my 2020 Audi Q8 directly caused by the software update for NHTSA Recall 25V900 (Audi 90TV)","quote_2_odi":"11635932","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle independently activated the brakes, and the driver and passenger side seat belts tightened","quote_3_odi":"11423494","quote_3_text":"On several occasions, the supposed \"driver's assistance\" almost made me crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-electrical-power-loss","label":"Sudden electrical system power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11505278","quote_1_text":"I purchased the vehicle as a CPO, two days (1/28/23)and 200 miles later I got a warning","quote_2_odi":"11545716","quote_2_text":"On or about September 19, 2023, I was driving to work when all of a sudden, while I was driving, I received 2 error codes: 1) electrical system maintenance malfunction; and 2) vehicle starting system malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11560026","quote_3_text":"Basically, when driving, the complete cars looses power and looses all electrical power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11712895","quote_1_text":"Engine failed at 78,990 from an manufacturer defect that Audi knows about for the last couple of years","quote_2_odi":"11689306","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic engine failure on Audi Q8 3.0L turbo","quote_3_odi":"11572177","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Audi Q8. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-fuel-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11497429","quote_1_text":"My boyfriend was driving the vehicle and it killed on him in the middle of Veterans Highway in Metairie","quote_2_odi":"11515036","quote_2_text":"Recall has been open since the middle of last year","quote_3_odi":"11519110","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering loss of control and crash","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11450839","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph the steering wheel suddenly turned to the right causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into the curb and dirt","quote_2_odi":"11438589","quote_2_text":"Many times my 2020 SQ8 instrument pannel lights up , even just pulling out of my garage , and indicates that my RIGHT Front Tire is low/ or flat ( low tire warning ) and to check Right passenger side for damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"audi-q8-2020-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11758701","quote_1_text":"I am reporting an ongoing cooling-system/water-pump issue with my 2020 Audi Q8, approximately 75,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11693465","quote_2_text":"Water pump failed coolant leaked all over the vehicle five years old and a $7500 repair vacuum seals and most of the engine is damaged from the coolant","quote_3_odi":"11662231","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is a 2020 model with less than 55k miles and experienced coolant leaks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-alternator-bsg-electrical-failure","label":"Alternator / belt-starter-generator electrical failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11565007","quote_1_text":"The alternator on my Audi Q8 SUV died AS I WAS DRIVING IT, leaving my vehicle with no power.  I was left to coast down the 50-60 MPH highway I was driving on into a turn lane, where the vehicle stopped and could not be restarted","quote_2_odi":"11727957","quote_2_text":"Belt Starter Generator failure rendered car undrivable -- power steering failed while in motion.  Issue is subject to Class Action Settlement in USDistrict Court, Case # 3:23-cv-02291-RK-RLS.   But this should have been a recall because of danger of Injury or Death","quote_3_odi":"11547234","quote_3_text":"Complete loss of electrical power while driving due to faulty alternator at only 35K miles. This resulted in total loss of steering, suspension failure, and any other electrical systems in the car. Making the car almost impossible to control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-engine-mechanical-failure","label":"Engine mechanical failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11711800","quote_1_text":"The engine (internal mechanical failure) malfunctioned. The vehicle developed a persistent ticking/knocking noise from the engine bay, and the authorized Audi dealer diagnosed the issue as requiring a full engine replacement. The vehicle is currently available for inspection…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-forward-collision-safety-system-loss","label":"Forward collision and active safety system loss of function","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755728","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, the car states there is a steering malfunction and to stop the car immediately. Power steering fails. The last time I left the car to the dealership to have a recall serviced - it did this. I let the Audi (Fred Lavery Birmingham Michigan) know. They did…","quote_2_odi":"11656169","quote_2_text":"On April 2, 2025, while driving on Interstate 25, my 2021 Audi Q8 Premium Plus experienced a catastrophic engine and electrical failure. This included the generator system failing, which resulted in a complete loss of power, disabling all active safety systems (including…","quote_3_odi":"11639903","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed in the rain, the automatic braking system sensors engaged. There was an abnormal sputtering sound coming from the vehicle. The driver believed that the vehicle had struck an object","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-fuel-system-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel system recall parts unavailability (22V516000)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11503676","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and the contact was informed that the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11495244","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Audi Q8. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-rearview-camera-back-over-system","label":"Rearview camera and back-over prevention system malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11470373","quote_1_text":"When my car is placed in reverse, the parking assist system is activated.  The cameras are supposed to turn on to give me visibility and warnings if cars or people are approaching.  Instead, the screen will go out and start blinking with a white screen.  This results in an…","quote_2_odi":"11491633","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for scheduled maintenance and she was notified of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V742000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that she was informed that the recall was repaired however, after the vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11678611","quote_1_text":"On 8/5/2025, while driving my 2021 Audi Q8 under normal conditions, the sunroof suddenly shattered without warning. There was a loud popping sound, followed by glass breaking and falling onto the closed sunroof shade. There were no visible signs of impact from external objects…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2021,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2021-water-pump-loss-of-power","label":"Water pump failure causing loss of acceleration power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741357","quote_1_text":"I was driving my car would not accelerate on the highway and it almost caused me to get into an accident with my niece in the car. When I took the car to Audi this is what I was told my the service adviser. “Good afternoon. The technician has been looking into the vehicle and…","quote_2_odi":"11714623","quote_2_text":"Audi Q8 failed water pump leading to severe loss of power and a major safety issue. I was merging on a very busy highway when I had loss of power with my children in the vehicle. This was alarming as I was not able to accelerate as anticipated","quote_3_odi":"11687263","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 50-55 MPH, the messages \"Loss of Power\", \"Reduced RPMs to 3,000\", and other unknown messages were displayed, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V516000…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2024-brake-shudder-warped-rotors","label":"Brake shudder with warped rotors","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11703951","quote_1_text":"When inspected by Audi of Mendham, the service technician noted the rotors were \"warped\" and had \"debris build-up\". Despite the vehicle performing daily \"brake cleaning\", the build-up has remained","quote_2_odi":"11638315","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2024 Audi e-tron Q8 Launch Edition, I encountered an accident ahead and had to brake hard. As I applied the brakes, the entire car began to shake violently, nearly causing me to lose control","quote_3_odi":"11722250","quote_3_text":"Brake rotors warped around 33k miles under standard operating conditions. Manufacturer refused to replace under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2024-charging-system-failure","label":"Charging system failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11712760","quote_1_text":"Since taking delivery of the vehicle, I have experienced multiple charging system failures that rendered the vehicle unable to charge and therefore inoperable. Charging failures occurred unpredictably and without warning","quote_2_odi":"11725412","quote_2_text":"The vehicle also intermittently fails to charge at DC fast charging stations — it begins charging, then stops within minutes displaying \"Malfunction of charging\" error. Other EVs charge normally at the same stations","quote_3_odi":"11754181","quote_3_text":"Day before report: Charging stopped completely, leaving vehicle unusable. Day of report: Drive system malfunction error, vehicle would not shift into drive, had to be towed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2024-electronic-door-latch","label":"Electronic door latch not releasing on first pull","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11694279","quote_1_text":"Front passenger door doesn’t always open when using the inside door handle. When you pull the door handle the door partially unlatches not allowing the door to open. You must then release the door handle and then repull the handle for the door totally unlatch and open","quote_2_odi":"11722548","quote_2_text":"I brought my vehicle to an Audi dealership (Audi of North Austin, TX, USA) and physically demonstrated the issue, which is that the INTERIOR door handle (on all doors) will NOT unlatch unless the passenger pushes on the door while the door handle is pulled","quote_3_odi":"11750180","quote_3_text":"Opened passenger door, then closed it. Door would not latch and could not be closed or secured despite numerous attempts. Had to tie door shut via interior to safely get vehicle to repair shop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2024-power-window-retract","label":"Power window retracting while being raised","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11592042","quote_1_text":"From the first day I purchase the vehicle, even when the sales person was walking me through the vehicle, the vehicle window was constantly retracting itself lower when i tried to close it","quote_2_odi":"11592043","quote_2_text":"When the windows are open half way, and the driver is trying to close the window because the car is moving faster speed, the window automatically retracts and opens the window even lower","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"Q8","model_slug":"q8","cluster_id":"q8-2024-pre-sense-braking-left-turn","label":"Pre-sense braking activating during left turns","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11638317","quote_1_text":"On 3 separate occasions the vehicle has abruptly stopped while making a left turn endangering our lives. The pre-sense automatic braking malfunctions and stops the vehicle as we begin a left turn","quote_2_odi":"11640208","quote_2_text":"I was approaching an intersection with my left hand turn signal on and there were no cars oncoming and none behind me. As I went to turn the car slammed to a stop and I couldn't turn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/audi/q8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-airbag-recurrence-after-recall","label":"Passenger airbag fault recurrence after PODS recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11277533","quote_1_text":"AUDI RELEASED A SAFETY RECALL FOR THE AIRBAGS ON MY VEHICLE, I HAVE HAD THE SAFETY RECALL PERFORMED TWICE AND I AM STILL GETTING THE SAME AIRBAG ERRORS. AUDI HAS NOT ADMITTED THAT THEY ARE NOT SURE WHAT IS CAUSING THE ISSUE AGAIN…","quote_2_odi":"11363660","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER BAG SAFETY LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY, AND HAS DONE FOR SOME TIME. THE PROBLEM OCCURS SOMETIMES WHEN SOMEONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT, BUT MOSTLY IT WILL OCCUR WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT IS UNOCCUPIED. THE YELLOW DASH LIGHT COMES ON NEAR THE PASSENGER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-dsg-loss-of-gear","label":"DSG transmission loss of gear while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11328601","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION GOES OUT OF GEAR COMPLETELY LEAVING ME SOMETIMES STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF A MULTILANE HIGHWAY UNABLE TO EVEN MOVE THE CAR TO A SAFE AREA. SOMETIME WHEN I GO TO REVERSE OUT OF A PARKING SPOT THE REVERSE GEAR DOESN'T EVEN ENGAGE, LEAVING ME STUCK…","quote_2_odi":"10983595","quote_2_text":"HIGHWAY DRIVING AND CAR FELT AS IF IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL. SEVERAL DASH LIGHTS CAME ON AND CAR WAS ONLY ABLE TO SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR. I MANAGED TO SAFELY GET OFF THE HIGHWAY AND AVOID A DISASTER AND / OR ACCIDENT. HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY DID NOTHING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-fuel-suction-jet-pump","label":"Fuel filler suction jet pump refueling shutoff","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11719022","quote_1_text":"Unable to refuel car. Gas pump keeps clicking off and fuel backs up spilling out of fuel port. Mechanic tested fuel system and reported fuel tank has faulty jet pump seal. Mechanic says a recall was effected for certain audi models with this issue due emissions dangers…","quote_2_odi":"11526561","quote_2_text":"The EVAP suction pump stopped working resulting in refueling issues. Fuel accumulates in the EVAP system and spills outside the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-pods-airbag-deactivation","label":"Passenger occupant detection system airbag deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11427654","quote_1_text":"Passenger side air bag light came on and off even with not passenger on the vehicle PODS","quote_2_odi":"11425218","quote_2_text":"Passenger Air bag light that indicates it is OFF and pre sense safety system failure . This has been occurring for years on my 2015 A3 . How long does the manufacture have to repair said problem ?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-shift-microswitch-park-lock","label":"Shift lever micro switch park lock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11420539","quote_1_text":"Per dealer repair: GUEST STATES DISPLAY SHOWED ELECTRONIC MALFUNCTION THEN SEAT BELT STATED STO SHOW ON DISPLAY, DISPLAY SHOWED PUT CAR IN PARK AFTER TURNED OFF CAR THEN RESTARTED ALL LIGHTS WENT AWAY. CHECK AND ADVISE Comments: fault is for a micro switch inside shift mechanism…","quote_2_odi":"11626453","quote_2_text":"Gear Shift Micro Switch This is a documented issue recalled for VW and Audi vehicles between 2015-2019. VW recalled all and still is fixing the issue in cars from those years, yet AUDI decided to just offer an extended warranty to those cars for that specific issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-trunk-wiring-harness","label":"Rear trunk wiring harness shearing at hinge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11626458","quote_1_text":"Tail lights stopped working, the wire harness in the vehicle is known to get sheared due to a pinch point at the trunk hinge, this pinch point over a period of time will result in damage to the wire harness that controls the rear taillights…","quote_2_odi":"11414483","quote_2_text":"AUDI AS ISSUED TSB #2043968/1 FOR ELECTRICAL ISSUES IN REAR TRUNK. THE WIRING HARNESS CAN BREAK WHEN TRUNK LID IS OPENED OR CLOSED, CAUSING IT TO PINCH AND SEVERE WIRES. CAUSING THE REAR LIGHTS TO MALFUNCTION FLASHERS NOT WORKING BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S3","model_slug":"s3","cluster_id":"s3-2015-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11186594","quote_1_text":"2015 AUDI S3 WATER PUMP FAILED JUST AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT 52K MILES REQUIRING $1500 IN REPAIRS. THE WATER PUMP HAD BEEN LEAKING THROUGH THE WEEP HOLE FOR SOME TIME. LEAK WAS DISCOVERED WHILE CAR WAS STATIONARY IN GARAGE…","quote_2_odi":"11479581","quote_2_text":"Fault water pump/thermostat causing overheating and breakdowns. Known issue in other models with the same motor, yet no recall issued for the A3/S3 models with the 2.0 motor","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/audi/s3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2010-mechatronic-gearbox-malfunction","label":"DSG mechatronic unit gearbox malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2013-11 to 2020-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11229466","quote_1_text":"GEARBOX FAILURE SEEMS TO BE COMMON ISSUE ON THE 2010 MODEL. SEEMS A REPLACEMENT MECHATRONICS UNIT OR FULL TRANSMISSION WILL NEED TO BE DONE TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11180272","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE. LURCHING FROM A STOP AND LURCHING DURING SHIFT CHANGES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2010-parking-brake-rollaway","label":"Electronic parking brake disengagement while parked","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 to 2016-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10894981","quote_1_text":"AUDI S4 2010, ELECTRONIC PARKING BREAK RANDOMLY DISENGAGED WHILE PARKED IN A SLOPED PARKING LOT. CAR ROLLED BACK INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING 1800 DOLLARS OF DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"10894986","quote_2_text":"FOLLOW UP ON AUDI S4 2010: ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE DISENGAGED WHILE PARKED IN SLOPED PARKING LOT. CAR ROLLED BACK INTO ANOTHER PARKED VEHICLE CAUSING 1800 DOLLARS WORTH OF DAMAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2010-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-08 to 2014-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10362075","quote_1_text":"2010 AUDI S4 WATER PUMP FAILURE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10639545","quote_2_text":"WITHOUT WARNING MY 2010 AUDI S4 OVER HEATED WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM THE STORE ON WEDNESDAY NIGHT. LUCKILY MY CHILDREN WERE NOT WITH ME BECAUSE I HAD TO PULL OFF ON THE SIDE OF A BUSY ROAD UNTIL THE ENGINE COOLED DOWN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2011-dsg-mechatronic-gearbox-malfunction","label":"DSG mechatronic unit gearbox malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11407302","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS DEVELOPED A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM IN THE MECHATRONIC UNIT. CAR GIVES A GEARBOX MALFUNCTION DISPLAY IN THE CAR. REVERSE WILL NOT WORKING AND THE CAR WILL REPEATEDLY GO INTO NEUTRAL AT ANY SPEED. SOMETIMES THEN IT WILL JERK BACK INTO GEAR VERY VIOLENTLY","quote_2_odi":"10938546","quote_2_text":"DEC 5 2016, WHILE PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY IN ROUTE TO A SCHEDULED SERVICE APPOINTMENT AT AUDI OF ASHEVILLE, MY 2011 AUDI S4 LURCHED AND SEVERAL WARNINGS CAME UP INCLUDING \"DSG FAILURE, NO REVERSE, TPMS WARNING\", FOLLOWED BY \"YOU MAY CONTINUE TO DRIVE\"","quote_3_odi":"10481521","quote_3_text":"THIS ISSUE CONCERNS MY AUDI 2011 S4, A CAR THAT I TOOK DELIVERY ON IN APRIL, 2011. I HAVE HAD NUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR SINCE THE DELIVERY, HOWEVER, IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN THAT HAS CAUSED THIS SPECIFIC FILING. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE WITH THE DSG TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2011-suspension-tire-blowout","label":"Suspension wear causing front tire blowout","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2012-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10453165","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2011 AUDI S4 SEDAN AND HAD A SUSPENSION AND/OR ALIGNMENT ISSUE WHICH CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLOW OUT ON THE HIGHWAY, RESULTING IN TEMPORARY LOSS OF CONTROL","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2011-thermostat-failure-overheating","label":"Plastic thermostat failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10641193","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE AUDI 3.OT ENGINE'S PLASTIC THERMOSTAT FAILING! I WAS DRIVING AND THE THERMOSTAT FAILED CAUSING THE ENGINE TEMP TO SKYROCKET TO \"H\"! I DROVE HOME BECAUSE I WAS CLOSE ENOUGH WITH THE HEATER ON HIGH","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2012-coolant-pump-overheating","label":"Coolant pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11127920","quote_1_text":"COOLANT PUMP BLEW OUT CAUSING THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"11092654","quote_2_text":"MY COOLANT PUMP WENT OUT AND OVERHEATED THE CAR. THE COOLANT LEAKED OUT. MY CAR ONLY HAS 60K MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2012-dsg-gearbox-malfunction-limp-mode","label":"DSG gearbox malfunction warning and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258596","quote_1_text":"CIRCUIT BOARD ON THE MECHATRONICS UNIT FAILED AND CAR IS UNDER 100K MILES. SUDDEN SHAKING AND BANGING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN GIVING IT GAS ABOVE 30. FREQUENT JOLTS, DANGEROUS TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11058266","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR WHEN I GOT THE 'GEARBOX MALFUNCTION\" ON MY DASH AND A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT THEN SAID THAT REVERSE WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CAR WENT LIMP AND WHEN SHIFTING INTO 2ND GEAR FROM 1ST GEAR WOULD REV TO VERY HIGH RPMS AND THEN FINALLY SHIFT","quote_3_odi":"10978959","quote_3_text":"A GEARBOX MALFUNCTION (WITH CODES P179E AND P179F) MAY CAUSE THE CAR ENTER ONE OF THE \"LIMP MODE\" STATES, WHICH CAN CUT ENGINE POWER FROM THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2012-dsg-harsh-jerky-shifting","label":"DSG transmission harsh or jerky shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11246180","quote_1_text":"THE DSG TRANSMISSION IN MY AUDI S4 EXPERIENCES ABRUPT JERKING FROM 2ND TO 1ST GREAT WHILE DECELERATING. IT ALSO JERKS AND FEELS LIKE IT IS BEING HIT WHILE SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND WHEN ACCELERATING NORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10995256","quote_2_text":"DSG TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING VERY ROUGH AND SOMETIMES SLIPS. ALSO LURCHES FORWARD SUDDENLY FROM A STOP CAUSING THE CAR TO LUNGE FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10764285","quote_3_text":"VERY ABRUPTLY SHIFTS UP OR DOWN LAUNCHING THE CAR FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2012-fuel-system-leaks","label":"Fuel injector and fuel rail leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11240976","quote_1_text":"FUEL INJECTOR LEAKING AND NEEDS REPLACED. MY CAR WAS NEVER ON THE RECALL LIST. SITTING AT AUDI DEALER NOW","quote_2_odi":"10970862","quote_2_text":"FUEL RAIL LEAKING FUEL. RELATED ISSUES ON OTHER 2011 AND 2012 AUDI S4","quote_3_odi":"10487484","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 AUDI S4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A FUEL LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER HOWEVER, THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2013-control-module-failure","label":"Electrical control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11499556","quote_1_text":"My MMI 5F module went out right after an oil change service on Nov 12, 2022 I called them as soon as I got home to inform Leader automotive in Normal Il. I was told I would not be able to be seen until January 5 2023 at 1:pm. I then called back a few days later and was able to","quote_2_odi":"10515323","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. NOT WITH THE \"KEY\" OR THE BUTTON STARTER. AUDI SERVICE CLAIMS ITS THE BATTERY BUT WHEN THE ROADSIDE SERVICE SHOWS UP ITS NOT THE BATTERY, SO NOW A TOW TRUCK HAS TO BE CALLED. THIS CAN HAPPEN AT ANYTIME AND ANY PLACE. AUDI DENIES IT IS A COMPUTER ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2013-dsg-transmission-failure","label":"DSG transmission failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11759753","quote_1_text":"Transmission fail while driving and stationary at traffic light. Main DTC: P179F00 - Drive sensor position: malfunction Additional DTC: P179E00 - Drive sensor position: electrical malfunction ABS: 00473 Parking brake: U111300 TCM: 01315 This situation occurred 3 times in the","quote_2_odi":"10924986","quote_2_text":"THE PROBLEMS STARTED BY A WARNING ON MY DISPLAY SAYING TO PULL OVER GEAR BOX OR TRANSMISSION FAILURE. YOU HAVE SECONDS TO PULL OVER BEFORE THE CAR NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. EVEN THOUGH YOU ARE IN GEAR ALL THAT HAPPENS IS THE ENGINE REVS AND YOU GO NO WHERE. MY CAR HAS ONLY 38,500","quote_3_odi":"10618528","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS KNOWN FOR HAVING A FAULTY MECHATRONICS UNIT. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT DOES NOT WORK CORRECTLY, AND CAUSES JERKING AND INSTABILITY TO THE DSG TRANSMISSION. I HAVE ALMOST REAR ENDED OTHER VEHICLES AT RED LIGHTS BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION WILL JERK FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2013-eps-notchy-center-feel","label":"Electric power steering notchiness and center loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10498341","quote_1_text":"STARTING AROUND FEBRUARY 2, 2013 MY VEHICLE STARTED DISPLAYING INTERMITTENT BIZARRE STEERING BEHAVIOR. THE ISSUES WERE TWO FOLD. FIRST, WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED BUT MOST COMMONLY OVER 50 MPH THE STEERING EXHIBITED A \"SLIP AND CONNECT FEELING\" WHERE THE STEERING WOULD FEEL","quote_2_odi":"10505438","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 AUDI S4 EXHIBITS AN ALARMING TENDENCY TO WEAVE FROM SIDE TO SIDE WITHOUT A STEERING INPUT. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT A CHANGE IN STEERING WHEEL POSITION, VEHICLE SPEED, OR CHANGE IN ROAD SURFACE OR PREVAILING WIND DIRECTION. IT IS MORE PRONOUNCED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN","quote_3_odi":"10520960","quote_3_text":"THE POWER STEERING IN MY NEW 2013 AUDI S4 FAILED WHILE DRIVING 4 DAYS AFTER PURCHASE. I COULDN'T TURN THE WHEEL AND NEEDED LOT OF EFFORT TO TURN IT. I LUCKILY MANAGED TO GET BACK HOME. THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION SHOWED UP ON CONSOLE WHEN I WAS GOING AT 35MPH AND I PANICKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S4","model_slug":"s4","cluster_id":"audi-s4-2013-intercooler-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Intercooler radiator coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2013-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10494645","quote_1_text":"LOST ALL COOLANT DUE TO RADIATOR LEAK FROM ROAD HAZARD DAMAGE CAUSED BY BAD DESIGN OF FRONT LOWER GRILL. IT HAS NO PROTECTIVE MESH AND CLEAR OPENINGS FOR ROCKS TO PROTRUDE. I FOUND THIS ON AUDI FORUM TWO PEOPLE NOW ON THE VAIRIOUS BOARDS HAVE THOUGHT THEY LOST THEIR WATER PUMP","quote_2_odi":"10511121","quote_2_text":"FOUND VEHICLE LEAKING ENGINE COOLANT WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE. RADIATOR INTERCOOLER WAS AT FAULT. IF ALL OR MOST COOLANT LOST WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ENGINE MAY HAVE CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE TO OCCUR WITH POSSIBLE INJURY OR LOSS OF LIFE. VW AUDI HAS KNOWN OF THIS ISSUE WITH THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"audi-s5-2010-mechatronic-transmission-jerk","label":"S-tronic transmission mechatronic unit jerk and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10851241","quote_1_text":"2010 AUDI S5 S-TRONIC TRANSMISSION JUMPS AND JERKS WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_2_odi":"10992350","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE CAR WILL LOSE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. WHICH MAKES IT VERY DANGEROUS TO PULL OVER ALMOST HITTING UPCOMING TRAFFIC WITH NO ACCELERATION. AUDI SAYS IT'S A MECHATRONIC UNIT","quote_3_odi":"10781020","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE AUDI S-TRONIC TRANSMISSION WHERE THE MECHATRONICS UNIT WHICH CONTROLS THE SHIFTS IS DEFECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"audi-s5-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10864720","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11160532","quote_2_text":"CANNOT GET AUDI TO REPLACE AIRBAG. HAVE WAITED OVER A YEAR. CALLED DOZENS OF TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11046462","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I'VE RECEIVED CARDS IN THE MAIL STATING THAT I'M OVERDUE ON GETTING THE AIRBAG RECALL COMPLETED. MY CAR HAS BEEN TO DAY AUDI IN MONROEVILLE, PA 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 1.5 YEARS AND THEY INFORM ME THAT THEY HAVE NO AIRBAGS IN STOCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"audi-s5-2010-thermostat-water-pump-overheating","label":"Engine overheating from thermostat or water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10375105","quote_1_text":"2010 AUDI S5 OVERHEATED ON DEC. 6, 2010 IN COLD WEATHER (20 DEGREES) WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. AUDI REPORTED A WATER PUMP CRACK AND ORDERED THE PART","quote_2_odi":"11030093","quote_2_text":"ENGINE OVERHEATED AUGUST 21, 2017. IT LEFT ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-overheating-water-pump","label":"Engine overheating and water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11600570","quote_1_text":"After driving for 7 to 8 minutes less that 45 mph, a yellow warning lamp and an audible warning indicating unsafe coolant temperature displayed on the dash. An overheating engine is unsafe for me and drivers near me. I immediately pulled over and turned off the A/C…","quote_2_odi":"11704929","quote_2_text":"An Audi dealer has just diagnosed my 2018 S5 Cabriolet Prestige with vacuum system contamination caused by water pump failure. I had requested the diagnostic due to small coolant leaks on the engine and loss of coolant in the expansion tank…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-parking-brake-rollaway","label":"Parking brake release and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11194999","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI S5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEARBOX AND PARKING BRAKE RELEASED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED…","quote_2_odi":"11621015","quote_2_text":"•Parking Brake Issue: The parking brake failed to disengage after stopping, leading to an accident. •Intoxalock Device Malfunction: The Intoxalock device malfunctioned with incessant beeping and intermittent error messages, causing distractions…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-pre-sense-driver-assist","label":"Pre Sense forward-collision and driver-assist warnings","component_code":"AIR BAGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11067158","quote_1_text":"FORWARD COLLISION WARNING AND MITIGATION SYSTEM (PRE SENSE CITY) DID NOT WORK TO PREVENT AN ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR ENDED A CAR THAT WAS STATIONARY. NO WARNING OR ACTION WAS TAKEN BY THE CAR. POLICE REPORT ATTACHED.","quote_2_odi":"11289072","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A BIG HIGHWAY DOING ABOUT 75MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN FOR NO REASON I GET A BIG PRESENSE WARNING FLASH ON MY CONSOLE, THEN A TRANSMISSION ERROR, THEN TIRE PRESSURE ERROR, THEN ENGINE MALFUNCTION ALL IN A ROW AND MY CAR JUST TOTALLY SHUTS OFF…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-rocker-arm-engine-failure","label":"Rocker arm failure with engine metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11672422","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint to report a mechanical issue with my 2018 Audi S5 Sportback. Around 57,000 miles, the engine began making a noticeable ticking noise, which I have been advised is due to failing rocker arms…","quote_2_odi":"11480742","quote_2_text":"The 2018 year for the Audi S5 has a notorious rocker arm failure within the engine. Audi is aware of this problem because they have revised the part for later build dates. However, they have failed to remedy the issue for the vehicles that fall within the problematic build dates…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11292049","quote_1_text":"DURING A DRIVE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY IN TENNESSEE ON12/27/19, THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED. SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 75-80 MPH ON A CLOUDY DAY WITH THE TEMPERATURE IN THE LOW 60'S F. WITHOUT ANY PRIOR INDICATIONS, THERE WAS A LOUD BOOM…","quote_2_odi":"11084352","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF ON MY BRAND NEW 2018 AUDI S5 EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH. THE PIECES OF GLASS FROM THE SUNROOF DAMAGED THE PAINT ON THE ROOF AND TRUNK-LID AS THEY BLEW BACK DURING THE INCIDENT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"s5-2018-top-view-camera-revert","label":"Top-view rear camera reverting to graphic mode","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11119956","quote_1_text":"MY S5 SPORTBACK'S TOP VIEW CAMERA DOES NOT WORK AS DESIGNED. IT REVERTS BACK TO \"GRAPHIC\" MODE EVERY TIME I START THE CAR. \"GRAPHIC\" MODE IS SIMPLY A BLACK SCREEN WITH A CARTOON CAR IN THE MIDDLE, AS OPPOSED TO THE ACTUAL \"CAMERA\" MODE THAT SHOWS YOU WHAT SURROUNDS YOUR VEHICLE…","quote_2_odi":"11119453","quote_2_text":"MY CAR HAS A \"TOP VIEW\" REAR CAMERA SYSTEM TO AID IN REVERSING. THIS SYSTEM FAILS AND IS IN AN UNPREDICTABLE STATE ON THE SCREEN EVERY TIME I REVERSE, NOT SHOWING THE VIEW AROUND MY CAR. THIS IS DISTRACTING, AND LEADS TO PROBLEMS IN TRYING TO SWITCH MY TOP-VIEW CAMERA ON…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"audi-s5-2020-mmi-reboot-camera-loss","label":"MMI infotainment reboot with backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11677943","quote_1_text":"MMI - Multi Media Interface constantly reboots about every 90 seconds. This is a safety issue since if I am backing up and the MMI reboots I lose the backup camera and when the MMI reboots I also lose collision/parking/proximity sensors","quote_2_odi":"11669481","quote_2_text":"The MMI restarts constantly every day sometimes multiple times within minutes of each other. There is no correlation with other vehicle feature or functions that cause these restarts to happen and they are not in any specific pattern","quote_3_odi":"11667855","quote_3_text":"The MMI system will turn off, and reset, while driving. this occurs constantly, starting about two months ago. This causes the screen to go blank, and today I almost ran over a pedestrian as the system stopped while backing up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S5","model_slug":"s5","cluster_id":"audi-s5-2020-sos-emergency-call-module","label":"SOS emergency call module and hands-free failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11501840","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a failed SOS module, which breaks hands free Bluetooth/emergency calling, which is a safety concern. This also breaks parts of the MMI system that were purchased but now do not function as designed","quote_2_odi":"11483495","quote_2_text":"SOS, Bluetooth hands free are all failing to operate","quote_3_odi":"11464574","quote_3_text":"The Emergency Call Module Control Unit has now failed for the second time. If the vehicle were to be involved in a crash, the system will not be able to automatically call for assistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/audi/s5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2013-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11232205","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR NOT WORKING PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"11183260","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR IS FAULTY, IT EXHIBITS THE EXACT ISSUE THAT THE RECALLS SON OTHER A6 BUT FOR SOME REASON IT IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. HAPPENS RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2013-transmission-shift-stall","label":"Transmission shift failure and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11494663","quote_1_text":"I noticed my car wouldn’t engage in reverse when shifted so I took it in for a transmission flush and it was performed and 2 days later I got a light on dash saying transmission overheating . And the car completely lost power while on freeway and went from 60 to 20 miles per","quote_2_odi":"11530266","quote_2_text":"All 2013 Audi S have a transmission issues where it cause the transmission to stop shifting or skips gears or clutch slips and Audi has not done anything about them This repair is expensive and millions of people experience this problem and Audi still won’t fix it","quote_3_odi":"10532666","quote_3_text":"I PUT MY CAR IN REVERSE GEAR AND THEN PRESSED SLIGHTLY ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE CAR DIDN'T MOVE. I CHECKED MY HAND BRAKE AND REGULAR BRAKE. BOTH WERE DISENGAGED. SO I PRESSED A LITTLE MORE AND MORE. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO GROWL LIKE CRAZY AND THE CAR REFUSED TO EVEN MOVE. THEN ALL OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2013-turbo-oil-starvation","label":"Turbocharger failure from clogged oil supply screen","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11209168","quote_1_text":"2013 S6 WITH 64K MILES SUFFERED TURBO FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AND STOPPED IN THE ROADWAY. NUMEROUS RESTARTS WERE ATTEMPTED BEFORE IT FINALLY RESTARTED AND ALLOWED FOR A SHORT DRIVE TO GET OFF THE ROADWAY. THIS IS NOT AN ISOLATED INCIDENT AND THERE","quote_2_odi":"11091979","quote_2_text":"CAR SUDDENLY HAD A \"ROUGH IDLE\", I.E. SHAKING 1-2INCHES BACK-AND-FORTH WHILE IN IDLE, AFTER DRIVING FOR 20 MINUTES AT NORMAL CONDITIONS. SHUTDOWN CAR. ATTEMPTED TO RESTART CAR, BUT THE ENGINE WOULD NOT TURNOVER THE FIRST ATTEMPT. TRIED AGAIN - ENGINE STARTED THE SECOND TIME. NO","quote_3_odi":"11279408","quote_3_text":"THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS RECALLS FOR MY 2013 AUDI S6 PERTAINING TO THE TURBOCHARGED ENGINE. MOST RECENTLY, OVER THE LAST 2 WEEKS I NOTICED DECREASING GAS MILEAGE AND INCREASING TURBO LAG BUT THE CAR STILL RAN \"NORMALLY\" OVERALL. THEN, 1 DAY AGO IT MADE INTERMITTENT METALLIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2014-air-suspension-fault","label":"Air suspension system fault","component_code":"SUSPENSION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11468065","quote_1_text":"While driving, received notification of a suspension fault. Was able to drive vehicle home, and found code for suspension C104600. Cleared code, and didn't see it return","quote_2_odi":"11354290","quote_2_text":"SUSPENSION WAS REPLACED AT 40,000 MILES DO TO NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR. THAT WAS AUDI EXCUSE. SUSPENSION WAS REPLACED AGAIN AT 63,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2014-mount-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine mount, transmission mount, and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11480926","quote_1_text":"Camshaft Actuator, Camshaft positioner, Camshaft sensors. No warning or dash lights, car abruptly stopped on Highway while traveling 65mph 15 hours after Audi replaced replaced both fuel pumps and oil screen recall fix","quote_2_odi":"11428128","quote_2_text":"EPC light and Engine light keep coming on and causing the car to go into limp mode while driving on highway at 55+ mph. This has happened three times","quote_3_odi":"11526318","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally lodge a complaint regarding the persistent and premature failure of motor and transmission mounts on the 2014 Audi S6, manufactured and sold by [Automaker Company Name]","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering system failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11667752","quote_1_text":"I was driving hit a puddle of water, then all the sudden my power steering went out. I took it in to get looked at, and I'm being told it will cost several thousand dollars to fix the power steering","quote_2_odi":"11399352","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING SYSTEM COMPLETELY FAILED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. 18 MONTHS AGO, POWER STEERING FAILED AND WHOLE POWER-STEERING SYSTEM WAS REPLACED BY DEALER UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"S6","model_slug":"s6","cluster_id":"audi-s6-2014-turbo-oil-screen-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure from clogged oil screen","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11452175","quote_1_text":"Both turbocharger catastrophic failure due to clogged turbocharger oil screen","quote_2_odi":"11270534","quote_2_text":"THE TURBO CHARGER BEARINGS BROKE AND DESTROYED THE ENTIRE ENGINE. THE CAR ONLY HAS 64,000 MILES ON IT, I HAVE SINCE HEARD OF MANY OTHER PEOPLE HAVING THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11406208","quote_3_text":"TOO FINE OF AN OIL SCREEN, CAUSING TURBO FAILURE DUE TO STARVATION OF OIL TO THE TURBOS. NOW I NEED A VERY VERY COSTLY REPAIR. SEVERAL $1000'S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/audi/s6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"SQ5","model_slug":"sq5","cluster_id":"2018-audi-sq5-engine-oil-coolant-leak","label":"Engine oil and coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11748361","quote_1_text":"While driving a 2018 Audi SQ5 with the EA839 3.0T engine, a coolant warning light activated and engine temperatures began rising to 210-215°F. The vehicle was pulled over immediately","quote_2_odi":"11608039","quote_2_text":"Oil leaking from the engine. Mechanic determined that it was the Filter Housing. They replaced the filter housing and since then, the problem is all good","quote_3_odi":"11404184","quote_3_text":"MY CAR KEEPS SAYING PLEASE REDUCE OIL LEVEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/sq5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"SQ5","model_slug":"sq5","cluster_id":"2018-audi-sq5-phantom-collision-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance system phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11526568","quote_1_text":"The Forward Collision Warning system in my 2018 Audi SQ5 is meant to autonomously apply the vehicle's brakes in the event the car senses an oncoming forward collision","quote_2_odi":"11452367","quote_2_text":"Two issues: 1. Phantom braking, sudden deceleration, vehicle came to a rapid complete stop on road. Audi assist light came on. Road Conditions: clear, dry, very good visibility for night conditions","quote_3_odi":"11140632","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 AUDI SQ5. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM ERRONEOUSLY ACTIVATED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY STOP. THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES IN THE VICINITY AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/sq5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"SQ5","model_slug":"sq5","cluster_id":"2018-audi-sq5-steering-column-issues","label":"Steering column noise and misalignment","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11530940","quote_1_text":"I’m hearing squeaking noise from the steering column when steering left or right slowly of my Audi SQ5 2018 model","quote_2_odi":"11353852","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE 'STEERING MALFUNCTION' WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE WARNING SAID THAT IT WAS OK TO DRIVE. ON THE SAME DAY, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME ASKEW AND WAS NO LONGER ALIGNED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/sq5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"SQ5","model_slug":"sq5","cluster_id":"2018-audi-sq5-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall and tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11424330","quote_1_text":"Tire sidewall is splitting. There have been no accidents or incidents that could have caused this type of sidewall damage. The tire is a Contisportcontact 5P, 255/40 zr21","quote_2_odi":"11266202","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2018 AUDI SQ5 BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP IN APRIL 2018. I BELIEVE THE PIRELLI TIRES THAT WERE PUT ON THE CAR DURING PRODUCATION ARE DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/sq5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Audi","make_slug":"audi","model":"SQ5","model_slug":"sq5","cluster_id":"2018-audi-sq5-water-intrusion-electrical","label":"Water intrusion causing electrical module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11632982","quote_1_text":"Heavy rain leaked into the cabin of my SUV,and damaged the module, no controls worked through the key fob, no start . I keep my SUV under cover 90% of the time","quote_2_odi":"11626821","quote_2_text":"Car's electrical system fried overnight during a rainstorm. All systems unresponsive to keys or key faub. Car was towed to used dealership and they told me due to drainage system blockage a pool of water collected in rear battery compartment and submerged the battery","quote_3_odi":"11608218","quote_3_text":"During a rainstorm, water drained from roof drains that are apparently supposed to be cleaned & maintenance done by dealership on a regular basis but were clogged due to them not being any maintenance done","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/audi/sq5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/audi"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2011-electrical-stall-smoke","label":"Electrical system stall and wiring harness smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10464836","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2011 BMW 128I. ON 7/5, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE WHEN IT SUFFERED A TOTAL ELECTRONIC FAILURE. SHE WAS UNABLE TO SEE HOW FAST SHE WAS TRAVELING DUE TO THE FACT, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED. WHEN SHE RETURNED HOME, ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON. THE CAR WOULD REV","quote_2_odi":"10632063","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR HAS SOME SERIOUS ELECTRICAL DEFECTS. IT'S LEFT ME STRANDED AT LEAST 4 TIMES JUST DYING. ONCE WHEN IT WAS 14 BELOW ZERO. THE CAR WILL JUST DIE WHEN IT'S DRIVING. EACH TIME BMW HAS A DIFFERENT REASON FOR THE ELECTRICAL FAILURES BUT I BELIEVE THERE IS AN UNDERLYING DESIGN","quote_3_odi":"11153013","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR HARNESS BEGAN TO SMOKE HEAVILY. THE A/C STOPPED WORKING. I PULLED OVER AND DISCONNECTED THE WIRING HARNESS AND PULLED THE FUSE. THE WIRES MELTED, THE CONNECTOR MELTED, AND THE RESISTOR IS BROKEN. AFTER SOME RESEARCH I SEE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2011-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11112223","quote_1_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAS FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES. IT BEGINS WITH THE CAR TAKING MUCH LONGER TO CRANK AND START. THEN IT COMPLETELY FAILS POTENTIALLY WHILE DRIVING, CREATING A SAFETY ISSUE, OR WILL NO LONGER START. THE HPFP IS EASILY REPLACED WITH JUST 3","quote_2_odi":"10854451","quote_2_text":"BMW 2011 52I , FUEL PUMP WIRE PLUG IS GET HOT BURN HOLD AT TOP OF PUMP HOUSING , WHEN TANK IS FULL IT LEAK OUT UNDER REAR SEAT . [XXX] AT SATTERFIELDS' AUTO TECH , DECATUR , ALABAM 35601 , PHON # [XXX]I CAN SEND YOU PICTURES OR THE PUMP INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE","quote_3_odi":"10788317","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS THE SAME N54 ENGINE AND SAME FUEL PUMP THAT WAS COVERED UNDER RECALL FOR FAILING FUEL PUMPS ON THE 2007-2010 BMW CARS. IT WAS THE ONLY BMW VEHICLE THAT USED THIS MOTOR IN 2011 AND SUCH WAS LEFT OUT OF THE ORIGINAL RECALL. THERE WERE ONLY ABOUT 600 OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2011-pcv-valve-heater-recall-delay","label":"PCV valve heater recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11490052","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 BMW 128i. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact had experienced a failure. The contact stated as he pulled into a parking lot at","quote_2_odi":"11603452","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW 128I. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. While at a stop sign, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and","quote_3_odi":"10655443","quote_3_text":"2011 BMW 128I. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A RECALL NOTICE CONCERNING ASSEMBLY BOLTS. *TGW THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. RECALL # 14V176000. *JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10938945","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NO COMMUNICATION FROM BMW ABOUT RECALL OR AVAILABILITY OF PARTS. THE DRIVER IS FIVE FEET TALL AND MUST SIT CLOSE TO STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11040740","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL DATED SEPT 2017 FROM BMW USA STATING THAT THE PARTS ARE AVAILABLE AND TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR A FREE REPAIR. WHEN I CALLED MY DEALER (STEVENS CREEK BMW USA IN SANTA CLARA, CA) THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE PARTS ARE ACTUALLY NOT","quote_3_odi":"11035852","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL BRAMAN BMW KEEP SAYING THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS. I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR 2 YEARS, AND EVERY TIME I CALLED THEY GIVE ME THE SAME \"SCRIPTED ANSWER\". I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR 2 YEARS TO GET THIS PART REPLACED AND THEY JUST KEEP GETTING MY NAME ON A WAITING LIST, THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2011-vanos-camshaft-bolt-failure","label":"VANOS and camshaft timing bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11564009","quote_1_text":"Three recall notices have been mailed to me. The BMW dealers say “remedy is not available”. My BMW has not been fixed. I have to drive 854 miles. Who is responsible if this VANOS assembly gives way on this lengthy drive?","quote_2_odi":"11428492","quote_2_text":"I received error code P052B and the car had a high pitched whistle and was way down on power. I had it towed to the nearest dealer for service. After speaking with the technician, they told me they'd gone through with a boroscope and saw nothing out of the ordinary and","quote_3_odi":"11364505","quote_3_text":"VANOS FAILED ON 2011 BMW 128I, MANUFACTURE OFFERED EXTENDED WARRANTY AND FAILED TO HONOR SAID WARRANTY. VEHICKLE MAKES LOUD NOISE. CAR WILL EVENTUALLY BREAK MAKING CAR UNDRIVABLE EVER AGAIN, WITH 7K REPAIR COST WHICH EXCEEDS VALUE OF CAR WITH LESS THAN 100K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"bmw-128i-2012-engine-cooling-recall-parts","label":"Engine and engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11600565","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 128I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11467123","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 128i. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"bmw-128i-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11034045","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 BMW 128I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO TRAFFIC, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. AS A RESULT, METAL FRAGMENTS STRUCK THE CONTACT'S FACE AND CHEST THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A","quote_2_odi":"11003112","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - RECALL HAS BEEN PENDING FOR APPROXIMATELY 1.5 YEARS AND TO DATE HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED ABOUT HAVING REPLACEMENT PART INSTALLED...VEHICLE IS APPROACHING SIX YEARS OF AGE, WHICH IS LISTED AS THE START OF DETERIORATION IN THE AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"10926219","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE LETTER FROM BMW IN THE SPRING OF 2016, BUT THEY HAVE NOT REPAIRED MY CAR YET. WHEN I ASKED THE DEALER A COUPLE WEEKS AGO, THEY TOLD ME THEY COULD NOT FIX IT YET. WHAT'S TAKING SO LONG? HOW LONG CAN THEY KEEP ME WAITING? I'M CONCERNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"bmw-128i-2012-vanos-camshaft-timing-fault","label":"VANOS camshaft timing system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11722577","quote_1_text":"On February 25, 2026, BMW of South Miami performed the VANOS safety recall repair on my vehicle. The repair order documented that VANOS bolts were missing and retrieved from the engine oil pan and that VANOS components were serviced. Within approximately 24–48 hours of picking","quote_2_odi":"11469556","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 128i. The contact stated after completing an oil change at the dealer and starting the vehicle, the RPM started fluctuating. The contact stated that after coming to a complete stop at a traffic light, the RPM fluctuated rapidly and the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11726596","quote_3_text":"Due to BMW using plastic parts when you live in Hot and cold environments the plastic begins to mold to other plastic parts and pvc diaphragms tear rather easy causing rough idle , stalls and can cause over revving and send a car into another car while in gear. The cheap plastic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2013-airbag-occupancy-sensor-warning","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11679043","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that while his wife was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11614818","quote_2_text":"Front passenger air bag seat occupancy sensor (OC3) mat warning \"Passenger restraint system. Fault in passenger restraint system affecting airbag\" BMW has an extended warranty for this exact issue on several other models, but not the 1 series which should be included","quote_3_odi":"11696560","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was a recurring failure, and the vehicle was parked and no longer driven due to safety concerns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2013-engine-cooling-recall-delay","label":"Engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11466120","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128i. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, she smelled a strong burning odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving","quote_2_odi":"11464493","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128i. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue","quote_3_odi":"11514539","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 128I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V119000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"128i","model_slug":"128i","cluster_id":"128i-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10845897","quote_1_text":"I BEGAN THE PROCESS OF BUYING A NEW BMW IN DECEMBER 2015. NOW THAT I CAN DEVOTE TIME TO THE PROCESS, I CALLED BMW WESTCHESTER, NY AND TOLD I CAN NOT ORDER MY NEW BMW DUE TO THE 2013 BMW HAVING A RECALL. THERE IS NO REMEDY FOR FAULTY AIRBAGS AT THIS TIME","quote_2_odi":"10934276","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I AM WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE TIMELINESS OF THIS RECALL ON MY CAR. I WAS INFORMED OF THIS RECALL AT THE BEGINNING OF FEBRUARY OF THIS YEAR. IT HAS BEEN OVER 10 MONTHS I HAVEN'T HEARD ANYTHING BACK ABOUT THE STATUS OF WHEN THIS RECALL IS GOING TO BE FIXED","quote_3_odi":"11024625","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 128I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/128i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"135i","model_slug":"135i","cluster_id":"135i-2011-blower-motor-wiring-fire","label":"Blower motor wiring smoke and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11153013","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND THE BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR HARNESS BEGAN TO SMOKE HEAVILY. THE A/C STOPPED WORKING. I PULLED OVER AND DISCONNECTED THE WIRING HARNESS AND PULLED THE FUSE. THE WIRES MELTED, THE CONNECTOR MELTED, AND THE RESISTOR IS BROKEN","quote_2_odi":"11112733","quote_2_text":"BLOWER MOWER WIRING OVERHEATING AND BURNING/CORRODING WHILE FAN WAS ON LOW SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11112792","quote_3_text":"FAN BLOWER WIRE CAN CATCH FIRE, BMW 3 SERIES E90 2006 TO 2013 ALREADY GOT THE RECALL DONE, PLEASE RECALL THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/135i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"135i","model_slug":"135i","cluster_id":"135i-2011-dct-hesitation-lurch","label":"DCT hesitation and lurch at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11460025","quote_1_text":"I had two situations in which my car would unexpectedly lurch forward after coming to a complete stop with my foot on the brake pedal, and another case in which I could not place the vehicle in park with the DCT Shift lever malfunctioning and making the car undrivable","quote_2_odi":"10607508","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION BECAUSE OF DUAL-CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT); CAR WAS IN DRIVE SLOWING TO STOP SIGN. ALMOST AT STOP CAR LURCHED 2 TO 3 FEET INTO THE INTERSECTION BEFORE I COULD SLAM ON BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10497673","quote_3_text":"CROSSING THE STREET---I HAD THE GAS PEDDLE ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR (TWICE YESTERDAY) AND THE CAR LITERALLY DID NOT MOVE AND TRAFFIC WAS APPROACHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/135i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"135i","model_slug":"135i","cluster_id":"135i-2011-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11321309","quote_1_text":"ROD BEARINGS FAILURE WHICH COULD CAUSE ENGINE SEIZING WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11453558","quote_2_text":"Sudden catastrophic engine shutdown After 3weeks of investigation came back as bad crank posisition sensor","quote_3_odi":"10783391","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 135I. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED AND LOST POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/135i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"135i","model_slug":"135i","cluster_id":"135i-2011-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11268125","quote_1_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE - CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"11112223","quote_2_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAS FAILED AND BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES. IT BEGINS WITH THE CAR TAKING MUCH LONGER TO CRANK AND START. THEN IT COMPLETELY FAILS POTENTIALLY WHILE DRIVING, CREATING A SAFETY ISSUE, OR WILL NO LONGER START","quote_3_odi":"11165487","quote_3_text":"TWO TIMES WITHIN A YEAR THE VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED A REDUCTION OF POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/135i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"135i","model_slug":"135i","cluster_id":"135i-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10937668","quote_1_text":"I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR NEARLY TEN MONTHS TO BE NOTIFIED ABOUT WHEN REPLACEMENT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE FOR MY CAR'S RECALLED DRIVER-SIDE AIRBAG MODULE (RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 16V-071)","quote_2_odi":"10911379","quote_2_text":"RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 16V-071: DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG MODULE, THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION, NOT RESOLVED BY BMW","quote_3_odi":"10908304","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOTICE FROM BMW IS DATED AND WAS RECEIVED IN MARCH 2016. CALLED BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS NUMBER 800-525-7417 SEVERAL TIMES SINCE MARCH WITH THE SAME REPLY THAT BMW HAS NO PARTS AND DOESN'T KNOW ANY MORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/135i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing vehicle stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11205241","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION, THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. LUCKILY, I WAS ON A CITY STREET, NOT ON A HIGHWAY!","quote_2_odi":"11111729","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 320I. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE LOW FUEL PRESSURE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11277471","quote_3_text":"ON WEDNESDAY, OCT 30TH 2019, I WAS DRIVING MY 2014 BMW 320 (VIN: [XXX]) FROM MY DOCTOR OFFICE IN CARMEL (INDIANA) TO ZIONSVILLE (INDIANA) DURING LUNCH TIME, MY ENGINE ABRUPTLY SHUT DOWN AT MILE 55 ON THE HIGHWAY 465","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-lighting-harness-melt","label":"Exterior lighting malfunction with melted wiring harness","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11258392","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 320I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11252527","quote_2_text":"TAIL LIGHTS SHOWED UP AS A MALFUNCTION ON THE CONSOLE, I THOUGHT IT WAS A BAD BULB SO I REPLACED IT BUT WHILE DOING SO I NOTICED THAT THE HARNESS AND PIN FROM THE BULB HOLDER WAS MELT","quote_3_odi":"11325629","quote_3_text":"PARKING LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS MALFUNCTION THEN TURN BACK ON. THIS HAPPENS DURING THE DAY AND DURING THE NIGHT. I HAVE CHANGED THE LIGHT BULBS 3 TIMES AND STILL THE PROBLEM PERSIST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-powertrain-warning","label":"Powertrain malfunction warning with loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10664632","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE STOPPED ACCELERATING AND THE POWER TRAIN MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS UNDRIVABLE AND COULD ONLY BE COASTED TO A SAFE POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11172626","quote_2_text":"TWICE I HAVE GONE TO START UP MY VEHICLE AND I'M GETTING A MESSAGE THAT STATES SOMETHING WITH MY DRIVETRAIN AND TO SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, CALL ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND TAKE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10978967","quote_3_text":"THE CAR KEPT STALLING AND DISPLAYING DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-restraint-warning","label":"Passenger restraint system warning indicator","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11396344","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE DISPLAYS WARNING FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG RESTRAINT WHEN STARTED AND WHILE DRIVING. DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSIS AND SAID IT IS DUE TO A FAULTY AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE","quote_2_odi":"11267962","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 320I. WHILE DRIVING, THE PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11362622","quote_3_text":"I SAT DOWN IN MY PASSENGER SEAT GETTING READY TO RIDE. I THEN RECEIVED A MESSAGE FROM MY CAR STATING 'PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM' AND TO GO TO SERVICE CENTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-timing-chain-seizure","label":"Timing chain wear leading to engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11493670","quote_1_text":"Timing chain issue that is common with the BMW n20 engines. The chain is starting to loosen and have some slack","quote_2_odi":"11355717","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING, CAME TO A STOP AND ENGINE STALLED. ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART AND VEHICLE COULD NOT BE MOVED, HAD TO CALL TOW TRUCK. DIAGNOSED AS SEIZED ENGINE DUE TO TIMING CHAIN FAILURE. CAR ONLY HAS 77K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11372674","quote_3_text":"DEALER MAINTAINED 90,000 MILES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON , PULLED OVER VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT START. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE ENGINE SEIZED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"bmw-320i-2014-water-pump-overheat","label":"Electric water pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11609883","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 320I. The contact stated that after pulling into a parking lot at approximately 10 MPH and shifting the vehicle into park(P), the message that the engine was overheating was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11609851","quote_2_text":"I own a 2014 BMW 320IX and first time today, August 20th the Engine Overheat message came on my dashboard and then started to go idle and appear that it was about to die","quote_3_odi":"11722945","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a on a busy interstate after work and out of nowhere I get the Temperature warning and start losing power. This is Dangerous!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11181228","quote_1_text":"OIL PUMP PREMATURELY FAILED CAUSING ENGINE DAMAGE. NOT BEING COVERED BY MANUFACTURER WARRANTY. MANUFACTURER CLAIMS ENGINE DAMAGE WILL BE ON THE CUSTOMER EVEN THOUGH OIL PUMP PREMATURELY FAILS.","quote_2_odi":"11321162","quote_2_text":"THE MOTOR IS LEAKING IN A STATIONARY SETTING , THIS IS NOT WEAR AND TEAR THE BMW OF MONTGOMERY STATED THEY ARE RECALLS ON THE MOTOR . *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11688784","quote_1_text":"The gas tank on my BMW 320i 4 door sedan is leaking gas. Yes; it is available for inspection upon request. I had picked up my son from school and ran an errand. We stopped for gas when we noticed the gas was leaking as soon as we filled up the tank…","quote_2_odi":"11618829","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 320I. The contact stated that after his wife had refueled the vehicle, he noticed that the vehicle was leaking fuel on the driver's side rear. There was a puddle of fuel on the ground. There were no warning lights illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-overheating-thermostat","label":"Engine overheating and thermostat replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11545840","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 320I. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started overheating. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and inspected…","quote_2_odi":"11291077","quote_2_text":"IT A WHISTLING NOISE COMING FROM MY VALVE COVER . AND I HAD TO ALSO REPLACE MY THERMOSTAT ABOUT A MONTH AGO.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-power-loss-stalling","label":"Loss of power or stalling while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"10978697","quote_1_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. WE HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM OCCUR THREE TIMES NOW. THIS LAST TIME HAPPENED TO MY SPOUSE WHILE TRAVELING 70+ MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL SET. THE ONSET WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER, AN IMMEDIATE AND UNSETTLING SHUDDER WITH AN ONSCREEN POPUP…","quote_2_odi":"10794340","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT A BRAND NEW BMW 320I I HAVE HAD IT FOR 45 DAYS WITH 1548 MILES ON IT. I WAS DRIVING VEHICLE THIS MORNING DRIVING POSTED SPEED LIMIT OF 70 MPH ON HIGHWAY. MY CAR WENT INTO \"LIMP MODE\" AND DROPPED DOWN TO 20 MPH AND WOULD NOT GO OVER ANY FASTER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-rear-light-failure","label":"Rear turn signal and brake light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11312036","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE CONTINUOUSLY HAS LEFT REAR BREAK LIKE/TURN LIGHT MALFUNCTION WARNINGS. IN RESEARCHING THIS IS KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL DUE TO THE GROUND WIRE OVERHEATING AND MELTING THE PLASTIC IN THE WIRING HARNESS CONNECTOR AND BULB CARRIER…","quote_2_odi":"11695627","quote_2_text":"Vehicle continues to have lighting and electrical issues. Particularly, the left rear turn signal. I’ve repaired it 5 times and it burns out immediately. Dealer assured me they would find issue. Still burned out next day again…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11588305","quote_1_text":"Timing chain guide failure, causing engine to stop working","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"320i","model_slug":"320i","cluster_id":"320i-2015-wastegate-actuator","label":"Wastegate actuator failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11641147","quote_1_text":"I have barely driven this BMW 320i from 2015. It is a well taken car parked in the garage. It has 33,000 miles on it. The check engine light came on so I brought it in for a diagnostic. The error is N63R Engine - Replace Wastegate Actuators and Program the Vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11698420","quote_2_text":"My 2015 BMW 320 is having a performance issue. After I diagnosed this is due to corrosion on the wastegate actuator and has failed. The bushing and part corroded and the rod is dangling. This should be covered by the extended warranty on the part as it’s a known defect…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/320i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-door-lock-mechanism-failure","label":"Driver door lock mechanism failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11591409","quote_1_text":"The driver side door lock mechanism failed completely while the driver was in the vehicle, making it impossible to open the driver side door or exit the vehicle normally","quote_2_odi":"11482657","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that occasionally, the front driver's side door failed to unlock as needed","quote_3_odi":"11443416","quote_3_text":"Occasionally it is impossible to unlock the door from the inside with the manual door unlock","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-egr-cooler-leak-fire-risk","label":"EGR cooler internal leak with intake manifold damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11191014","quote_1_text":"EXHAUST GAS RECIRCULATION (EGR) COOLER RECALL: CONTACTED BMW CUSTOMER RELATIONS AS PER RECALL LETTER FROM BMW OF N.A. VIA EMAIL AND THEY LEFT A VOICE MAIL THAT PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11151996","quote_2_text":"EGR VALVE ON 2014 328D BMW : ENGINE LIGHT HAS GONE ON REPEATEDLY AFTER EACH ENGINE REPAIR. REPORTED ENGINE COOLANT HAD TO BE REFILLED BEFORE FIRST REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11132398","quote_3_text":"EGR VALVE LOCKED OPEN, AS SEDIMENT ACCUMULATED IN THE VACUUM LINE FROM THE LEAKING OF ANTI-FREEZE INTO THE VALVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-hpfp-metal-contamination","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11710297","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328D. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle entered LIMP Mode with the message \"Engine Malfunction\" displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used a scanner and retrieved a DTC for the high-pressure fuel pump failure","quote_2_odi":"11669023","quote_2_text":"I was driving to work when my engine started sputtering acting like it was about to turn off. I quickly pulled off to the side of the road and as soon as I did, the engine stalled and turned off","quote_3_odi":"11034439","quote_3_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED CAUSING CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE TO ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM, REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM INCLUDING FUEL PUMPS, FUEL LINES, TANK ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11104955","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. ON JUNE 29TH, 2018 AT APPROXIMATELY 4:00 PM I WAS STOP AT AN INTERSECTION WAITIN FOR AN ON COMING CAR TO PASS SO I COULD MAKE A LEFT TURN","quote_2_odi":"10778088","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 328D. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED AND PIECES OF GLASS FELL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"10759127","quote_3_text":"LOUD EXPLOSION FROM SUNROOF AREA. SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED OUTWARD SHOOTING GLASS ONTO HIGHWAY AND INTO FOLLOWING CARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11717764","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden engine failure while driving due to timing chain failure on N47 diesel engine, a known defect","quote_2_odi":"11440854","quote_2_text":"Timing chain snapped and blew the engine, no warning at all. more than 60+ miles from home","quote_3_odi":"11403397","quote_3_text":"ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. BAD TIMING CHAIN. THERE IS CURRENTLY CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT WITH MY EXACT YEAR FOR 328I BUT I AM 328D","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"bmw-328d-2014-transfer-case-power-loss","label":"Transfer case failure with sudden loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11600624","quote_1_text":"While driving my 328 XDrive, I went to make a left turn and hear a loud bang like I ran over a boulder or large object. Lost almost all power to the wheels and had to cost the car into a gas station","quote_2_odi":"11296912","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN FAILURE OF THE TRANSFER CASE WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN. LOST OF ALL POWER TO THE WHEELS","quote_3_odi":"11219689","quote_3_text":"DRIVING STRAIGHT ON FLAMINGO ROAD AT 45 MPH IN SUNRISE FL AND EXPERIENCED MAJOR POWER LOSS IN DRIVING POWER WITH NO TRANSMISSION CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-diesel-fuel-leak-wiring","label":"Diesel fuel leak into wiring and engine bay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11405853","quote_1_text":"DIESEL FUEL FOUND IN UNEXPECTED AREAS INCLUDING WIRING HARNESS, FUEL INJECTORS, PRESSURE SENSORS, TURBO CHARGER COMPONENT, DDE, EGR, ETC. UNABLE TO LOCATE SOURCE OF FUEL LEAK INTO ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CAUSING POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD OR SERIOUS VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11532089","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is 100% BMW Serviced for it's history, showroom to present. Vehicle had been smoking after sitting 2-3 days and driving. We'd park and see wisps of smoke coming from the wheelwells and engine bay. Alarming! Never witnessed open flame, but as the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-diesel-recall-parts","label":"Diesel fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11512242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the","quote_2_odi":"11450947","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-drivetrain-malfunction","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11481365","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328D. The contact stated while in traffic with the vehicle idling, the vehicle started jerking. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle jerked increasingly. The message \"Drivetrain Malfunction - Drive Carefully\"","quote_2_odi":"11483491","quote_2_text":"Date of complete failure noted below (09/05/22) On 2 previous occasions, approx. 7 days earlier and a week earlier as car was making a slow left turn, not from a stop, one rear wheel shuddered, and the engine seemed to rev as if missed a gear. I lifted off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-egr-recall-delay","label":"EGR cooler recall repair delayed or denied","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11253114","quote_1_text":"RECALL CAMPAIGN 18V-755 (EGR). NO REMEDY. IT HAS BEEN ALMOST A YEAR SINCE THE RECALL HAS COME OUT AND BMW HAS NOT FIXED MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11421054","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V755000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair and the contact was informed by the dealer that the exhaust gas","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11622632","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel pump failed i see there are recalls for 2014-2018 similar bmw with diesel engine and mine is not included with recall although it clearly has the faulty part. The car will no longer start and I am being quoted $18,000 to repair it which","quote_2_odi":"11475354","quote_2_text":"The engine stopped running as I was driving. I was able to coast to a stop but once stopped I was unable to put the vehicle in neutral so it was blocking the roadway. The cause of the vehicle engine to stop was a failure on the high pressure fuel pump. I see","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328d","model_slug":"328d","cluster_id":"328d-2015-panoramic-roof-shatter","label":"Panoramic roof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11478019","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway at 70mph, the indicated speed limit. It was cloudy, drizzling rain. No large vehicles near me. All of a sudden it sounded like a gunshot went off right above my head. I had the panoramic sunshade closed so I couldn't see anything","quote_2_odi":"11171551","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC MOONROOF EXPLODED SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2011-frm-module-failure","label":"Footwell (FRM/RDC) module failure, loss of lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11699451","quote_1_text":"Footwell module (FRM) module went out after negative battery disconnect to change fuse. Module being inoperable is causing windows to not operate,interior lighting not working, headlights stay dim (not good for nightime driving), blinkers inoperable (not good for driving with","quote_2_odi":"11573011","quote_2_text":"Tire pressure yellow warning light on. RDC module ordered but repair not completed. After starting the car at a gas station, multiple warning lights appeared in red including \"car on a raised lift in red\" which signifies car is to be taken directly for service. Drove to local","quote_3_odi":"11557086","quote_3_text":"While driving at city speed limit the headlights started flicking on-off very difficult to see in the dark. I pulled over to the side of the road for safety but now realized the turn signals not working and also the hazard lights are not working either. I was in a very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2011-recall-remedy-delayed","label":"Recall remedy delayed due to unavailable parts","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11608691","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V513000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_2_odi":"11637722","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V707000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_3_odi":"11634758","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has been under recall for over a year and the fix is known and takes approximately 4 hours. BMW has had ample time to coordinate a repair, please enforce the repair for the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2011-vanos-solenoid-stall","label":"VANOS solenoid bolt failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":101,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11714100","quote_1_text":"Engine lost all oil pressure, smoke came through vents with the smell of burnt oil. Engine stalled, intake camshaft no longer moves when the engine is trying to turn over. Vanos system failed","quote_2_odi":"11722916","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 328I. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving on the streets and the highway, the vehicle lost automotive power. There were no warning lights illuminated at the time of the failure. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked","quote_3_odi":"11719240","quote_3_text":"While driving the car, the low oil pressure indicator came on, and within less than a mile later there was a sudden loss of power, engine stalled and then would not start again, requiring the vehicle to be towed off the road and to a repair garage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-fuel-pump-failure-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing unexpected engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11579264","quote_1_text":"Yesterday morning 3/24/24 , car stalled on highway with Fuel Pump message on dashboard. Car would not start and had to be towed","quote_2_odi":"10925545","quote_2_text":"THE BMW DEALER INSPECTED THE CAR AND TOLD ME THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND ITS CONTROL UNIT IS FAULTY. I HAVE ATTACHED THEIR DIAGNOSIS AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10661584","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS THEN TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP IN CHICAGO AND AFTER TWO DAYS THEY SAID THE FUEL PUMP BROKE/BURNED OUT AND HAVE TO BE REPLACED AND WILL TAKE 3-4 DAYS TO FIX IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-overheating-water-pump-recall","label":"Engine overheating with water pump recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11674633","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the fuse box. The contact was informed that the fuse box had melted and was stuck to the battery","quote_2_odi":"11621723","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment","quote_3_odi":"11677561","quote_3_text":"Dealer refused to cover DME that failed immediately after recall 24V-608 work. In early June 2025, I contacted my local BMW dealership about an overheat notification I received while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-passenger-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11549720","quote_1_text":"My vehicle as well as thousands of others have the chronic and unsafe issue of the passenger occupancy sensor malfunctioning","quote_2_odi":"11204311","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILURE RENDERS PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SYSTEMS INACTIVE WHEN PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED. VEHICLE IS 2012 MODEL YEAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10484241","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DISENGAGES IF PASSENGER SITS ON ANY TYPE CUSHION. PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DISENGAGED LIGHT IS ON IF PASSENGER IS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT SITTING ON ANY TYPE OF CUSHION OR PADDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11074676","quote_1_text":"WHILE PULLING OUT OF THE GARAGE, A WARNING MESSAGE \"CHASIS STABILIZATION: DRIVE MODERATELY\" APPEARED ON THE DASH AND HAD NO POWER STEERING AND WAS MAKING WHIRRING NOISE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED","quote_2_odi":"11091725","quote_2_text":"UPON STARTING THE CAR ON NICER WEATHER, MY STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT MOVE. I CAN DRIVE THE CAR IN A STRAIGHT DIRECTION BUT THE STEERING WHEEL JUST WOULDN'T BUDGE","quote_3_odi":"10483170","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING WITH AN ILLUMINATION OF THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable for extended period","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11034723","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED COGGIN BMW FT. PIERCE FL. SEVERAL TIMES TO GET MY AIRBAG FIXED. OVER A YEAR NOW AND STILL THEY CLAIM THAT THE PARTS HAVE NOT COME IN YET. IS THIS TRUE AND WHAT CAN I DO TO GET THIS RECALL TAKEN CARE OF","quote_2_odi":"10935400","quote_2_text":"AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND NO ESTIMATED TIME FOR RECEIVING THE PARTS COULD BE PROVIDED","quote_3_odi":"10950044","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2012-timing-chain-vanos-failure","label":"Timing chain and VANOS bolt failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11689232","quote_1_text":"After sitting for several weeks, the car was towed back for further inspection, at which point the shop discovered that a VANOS bolt had likely sheared off and caused irreparable damage to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11529259","quote_2_text":"My 2012 BMW 328i (F30 with N20 engine) had the dreaded timing chain guide failure, which is a very common issue with the N20 engine","quote_3_odi":"10780872","quote_3_text":"VANOS BOLT FAILURE. 4 VANOS BOLT BROKEN. CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET WHILE TURNING. NO POWER AT ALL. IT IS A 2011 328I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Interior door handle and lock actuator failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11154001","quote_1_text":"WHEN IN PARK OR WITH ENGINE \"OFF\" THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS FAIL TO OPEN WHEN INTERNAL HANDLE IS PULLED. THE PIN RISES WHEN HANDLED IS PULLED AND RETRACTS BACK WHEN HANDLE IS RELEASED FAILING TO \"UNLOCK\" THE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11169906","quote_2_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER TRAPPED IN CAR AFTER PARKING AT AS GAS PUMP. DOORS WOULD UNLOCK BUT NOT OPEN RESULTING IN THE POTENTIAL OF KILLING ITS PASSENGERS IN A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11202735","quote_3_text":"DOOR LOCKING MECHANISM I STARTING TO FAIL. AT TIMES IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN A DOOR FROM THE INSIDE BECAUSE OF THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR WHEN THE REST OF THE CAR IS UNLOCKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank and fuel line leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11713400","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an unknown warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a hole on top of the fuel tank","quote_2_odi":"11623593","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, a parking lot attendant advised the contact that the vehicle could not be parked in the lot because fuel was leaking from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11299266","quote_3_text":"SMELLING FUEL WHEN I FILL MY TANK AND ALSO NOTICED FUEL ON THE GROUND IF PARKED FOR AN EXTENDED PERIOD. TOOK MY CAR IN AND THEY STATED THE FUEL TANK HAS A HAIRLINE CRACK AND BMW HAS SINCE REINFORCED THE PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor airbag fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11610062","quote_1_text":"I along with many others are getting a passenger restraint sensor error which prevents the airbag from deploying. This is very dangerous and the repair cost is $2000","quote_2_odi":"11408427","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS A 2013 BMW 328I SEDAN. THE PROBLEM HAPPENED WHILE THE CAR WAS IN PARK. I HAD A PASSENGER GET IN THE CAR AND A WARNING APPEARS SAYING \"PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION\"","quote_3_odi":"11289523","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM SENSOR DINGS REALLY LOUD WHEN A PASSAGE OR OBJECT IS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE SENSORS IN THE SEAT THAT TELL THE AIR BAG TO BE ON OR OFF IS MESSED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure and steering effort warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11288471","quote_1_text":"FAILURE OF ELECTRICAL ASSIST POWER STEERING (EPS) WHILE VEHICLE STATIONARY - 2013 BMW 328I, 89,500 MILES UPON STARTUP, WHILE TURNING STEERING WHELL TOMOVE CAR, STEERING SYSTEM EMITTED WHINING NOISE, BANGS AND THUMPS, THEN HIGH PITCHED WHINE","quote_2_odi":"11175132","quote_2_text":"AT STOP LIGHT, WARNING ON THE DASHBOARD \"DRIVE MODERATELY, INCREASED STEERING EFFORT REQUIRED. CONSULT SERVICE CENTER.\" THE STEERING WAS VERY TOUGH TO ROTATE AND IT CREATED PANIC","quote_3_odi":"11318539","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE RESULTED IN SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN ADDRESSED BY BMW BUT MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALL OR SERVICE NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain guide and oil pump chain failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11723979","quote_1_text":"2013 BMW 328i, N20 engine. Timing chain guide assembly and oil pump drive chain failed catastrophically","quote_2_odi":"11572816","quote_2_text":"Timing chain in engine failed while the vehicle was going 70 MPH on a busy highway. Vehicle had 96,054 miles. “Low oil pressure” warning came on and immediately the engine lost compression and car had to be pulled over to side of the highway","quote_3_odi":"11618363","quote_3_text":"Check engine light came on and car began to slow down on the expressway going 45 mph. My car now does not start and will not turn over. Before all of this happened my car was misfiring and a warning came up saying Engine Oil pressure Low","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-turbo-oil-line-smoke","label":"Turbocharger oil supply line smoke at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11375878","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 328I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM THE EXHAUST TIP. THE CONTACT STATED THAT OIL HAD ENTERED THE TURBO CHARGER CAUSING THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11340114","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS A 2013 AND WAS PURCHASED IN 2016; WITH MILAGE AT 78,700. ON A COLD START, A HUGE CLOUD OF WHITE SMOKE COMES OUT OF THE RIGHT EXHAUST PIPE","quote_3_odi":"11242628","quote_3_text":"EXHAUST STARTED EMITTING WHITE SMOKE DURING A COLD START. TOOK IT IN TO SERVICE AND THE OIL SUPPLY LINE IS BAD AND SENDING OIL THROUGH THE EXHAUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"328i-2013-water-pump-recall-delay","label":"Engine coolant pump connector recall delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11704595","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated, and multiple warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11633163","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2013 BMW 328I. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle on the sidewalk in front of his driveway, it caught on fire. The vehicle was unoccupied during the fire","quote_3_odi":"11670705","quote_3_text":"Recall was issued in August 2024 and there is yet to be a fix/remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11644174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, another vehicle crashed into the entire rear at 50 MPH causing the contact's vehicle to spin around twice and come to a stop in the middle of the street. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11563737","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY IN HEAD-ON COLLISION How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? + DUE TO FAILURE, DRIVER SUSTAINED MILD CONCUSSION WHEN HEAD HIT STEERING WHEEL AND PUT AT RISK OF LIFE THREATENING INJURY AND IMPAIRMENT","quote_3_odi":"10659927","quote_3_text":"2007 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER OBSERVED RUNNING RED LIGHT AND T-BONED THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF A 2014 BMW 328IX. IMPACT OF COLLISION WAS MEANINGFUL AND DIRECT, GENERATING IN EXCESS OF $10,000 OF STRUCTURAL REPAIRS TO DRIVER'S SIDE ALONE. NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT (FRONT, SIDE, CURTAIN, ETC)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-brake-power-loss","label":"Loss of brake power assist during braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11321701","quote_1_text":"THE SYMPTOMS ARE THE SAME AS THOSE REFERENCED IN RECALL #13V454000& 14V627000 THE BRAKING POWER IS LOST UNEXPECTEDLY RESULTING IN INCREASED VEHICLE STOPPING DISTANCE OR NO BRAKES AS WELL WHEN THE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR","quote_2_odi":"11003415","quote_2_text":"WE WERE DRIVING DOWN A 35 MPH RD..I SLOWLY BEGAN TO BRAKE AS WE WERE APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT WHEN THE BRAKES DID NOT HOLD, I HIT THE BRAKE HARDER, THE CAR BEGAN TO BUCK FORWARD, I HIT THE BRAKE AS HARD AS POSSIBLE BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO HOLD AND ONLY STOPPED WHEN IT HIT THE","quote_3_odi":"10778977","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2014 BMW 328I XDRIVE, SLOWING FROM ~30MPH INTO AN INTERSECTION FOR A LEFT HAND TURN IN A RESIDENTIAL/SHOPPING AREA. UPON APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL MOVED BUT THE CAR DIDN'T SLOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-coolant-pump-overheating","label":"Engine coolant pump failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11753873","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 BMW 328I. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle stalled after overheating the previous day. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11621332","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 BMW 328i. The contact stated that while at a complete stop at the red traffic light, the contact noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11642969","quote_3_text":"The engine coolant pump is affected in my vehicle. There is a current recall issued on my vehicle with no available remedy. The recall was issued back in August, which means it has been 6 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle fails to unlock door","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11170288","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR DOES NOT RELIABLY (I.E. <50% OF THE TIME) OPEN FROM THE INSIDE USING THE DOOR HANDLE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. INSTEAD I HAVE TO PRESS THE CENTRAL UNLOCK BUTTON ON THE DASHBOARD","quote_2_odi":"11080289","quote_2_text":"IF DOORS ARE LOCKED. SPORADICALLY IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO UNLOCK AND OPEN THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER'S FRONT DOOR FROM THE INSIDE USING DOOR HANDLE. IT IS POSSIBLE TO OPEN DOORS IF UNLOCKED WITH \"DOOR UNLOCK\"","quote_3_odi":"11066859","quote_3_text":"INABILITY TO OPEN THE DRIVER DOOR TO EXIT THE VEHICLE AFTER THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED. I WAS INFORMED THAT IT MAY REPRESENT A FAILURE OF THE DOOR ACTUATOR. TO BE UNABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY IS UNACCEPTABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11254628","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 328I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HAZARD LIGHTS AND PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SHOULDER. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, IT RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION","quote_2_odi":"11093842","quote_2_text":"WHILE PROCEEDING AT 50 MPH ON HEAVILY-TRAVELED 2-LANE COUNTRY ROAD, THE ENGINE CUT OUT LEAVING THE CAR WITH NO PROPULSION. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE DRIVEWAY OF A LOCAL FARM AND COME TO A STOP SAFELY OFF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10669900","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ALONG WITH MY TWIN 6 YEAR OLD DAUGHTERS IN MY 4 MONTH OLD 2014 BMW 328 DRIVE M SPORT WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR STALLED WITH VERY LITTLE TO NO WARNING. THE CAR WAS NOT ABLE TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-taillight-wiring-melt","label":"Melted rear brake and turn signal wiring connector","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11684163","quote_1_text":"For several months, intermittent warnings indicated a malfunction in these lights. On New Years, the warnings ceased to be intermittent, and the lights failed completely","quote_2_odi":"11477527","quote_2_text":"Left rear brake and turn lights malfunctioning -issue not fixed after changing light bulbs. Noticed that metal pins in the connector was melted and stuck into the wiring harness. Problem affects brake light and turn signal","quote_3_odi":"11163977","quote_3_text":"WAS GETTING WARNINGS ABOUT LEFT REAR BRAKE AND TURN LIGHTS MALFUNCTIONING FOR MONTHS THAT WOULD TURN ON AND THEN GO AWAY. ON CHRISTMAS DAY THE BRAKE LIGHT AND TURN LIGHT FOR LEFT REAR CAME ON AND STAYED ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain guide failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11443048","quote_1_text":"Timing Chain Guide failure after 75k miles resulting in catastrophic engine damage. I was in heavy traffic at 60 mph when the engine began to knock loudly, just as quick the drivetrain malfunction warning came on along with the oil pressure warning light","quote_2_odi":"11309449","quote_2_text":"TOOK CAR IN FOR MAINTENANCE. MECHANIC TOLD ME TIMING CHAIN NEEDED REPLACED AND CAR COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OR IT WILL DESTROY ENGINE. MECHANIC SAID THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE DUE TO BMW USING INFERIOR PLACTIC FOR TENSIONER","quote_3_odi":"11426001","quote_3_text":"Travelling at 45 mph, engine failed and shut off. Coasted to the side of the road. Towed vehicle on a flatbed to a BMW Dealership. Dealer inspected engine and reported a Timing Chain/Timing Chain Guide failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-coolant-pump-recall","label":"Engine coolant pump failure under recall 24V-608","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11634362","quote_1_text":"Recall notice # 24V-608 was issued in October 2024. BMW has not yet provided a remedy as of January 2025 (more than 3 months) for this safety issue. I therefore complain about BMW's lack of responsiveness to this recall. Please remonstrate with BMW to cause this repair to happen","quote_2_odi":"11627435","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the","quote_3_odi":"11750751","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle caught on fire. The fire originated in the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated. The driver was able to extinguish the fire. The vehicle was towed to the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Interior door lock and latch failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11397830","quote_1_text":"THERE WERE MULTIPLE OCCASIONS (3 TIMES LAST YEAR AND 2 THIS YEAR) WHEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCH FAILED TO OPEN THE DOOR. THE IMMEDIATE REMEDY IS TO UNLOCK USING THE CENTER CONSOLE LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION ESP. WHEN A CAR GETS IN AN ACCIDENT OR NOT REACH","quote_2_odi":"11298517","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S DOOR AND FRONT PASSENGER'S DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE INTERIOR DOOR LEVER. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM THAT CAN HAPPEN ONCE A MONTH OR ONCE A WEEK. LOCK KNOB ON THE DOOR POPS UP AND THEN BACK DOWN WHEN USING THE LEVER. THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE DOOR IS TO PRESS","quote_3_odi":"11113985","quote_3_text":"DOUBLE PULL HANDLE UNLOCK FEATURE NOT WORKING. WHEN I PULL THE HANDLE AFTER TURNING OFF THE VEHICLE, THE LOCK WOULD NOT UNLOCK. INSTEAD THE KNOB RETURNS TO LOCKED POSITION UNTIL I PRESS THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON CENTER CONSOLE. AS SHOWED IN THIS VIDEO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-drivetrain-malfunction","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11555553","quote_1_text":"My drivetrain malfunction light comes on and my vehicle stalls while I’m driving it","quote_2_odi":"11427667","quote_2_text":"At random the car will display “Drivetrain Malfunction” which causes the car to shift into neutral and begins to slow down until it doesn’t move anymore. There is no check engine light or any other indicator of what might be the problem. The message just pops out of no where","quote_3_odi":"10893311","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN MOTION ON AN INTERSTATE THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED TO SPUTTER AND LOSE MOMENTUM. AT THE SAME TIME, A WARNING ALERTED US TO A \"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION\". LUCKILY, WE WERE IN THE LANE CLOSEST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WE WERE ABLE TO LIMP OFF THE ROAD AND OUT OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-parking-brake-bracket","label":"Parking brake cable bracket failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719111","quote_1_text":"My 2015 BMW 328i has a broken \"plastic\" parking brake cable bracket. It breaks so often on the BMW lineup of cars that businesses have made better work-arounds to fix the problem than a plastic part. A fantastic video explain it can be found at AGATools.com search BMW parking","quote_2_odi":"11689985","quote_2_text":"Virtually all parking brake cable attachment clips fail on this BMW product years 2012 to 2019. Complaints are easy to find online. Upon failure, the parking brake cable drops down onto the drive shaft creating a safety hazard for the brake system as well as the drive shaft","quote_3_odi":"11652662","quote_3_text":"The parking brake cable bracket is a cheap piece of plastic that fails on every single BMW model like mine from this era, which means the parking brake cable comes in contact with the drive shaft. Mine has broken. Dealers charge $1,100 to replace with an equally cheap 30 dollar","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11505067","quote_1_text":"I was driving this evening and the panoramic sunroof suddenly and unexpectedly shattered. There was no warning or event that led to this. No pothole or external factor. The road was smooth and no other cars were around my vehicle. I heard an extremely loud \"pop\" and thought","quote_2_odi":"11503883","quote_2_text":"I was driving on an interstate highway this afternoon in Houston at approximately 65 mph when the non-panoramic (single window) sunroof of my 2015 BMW 328i exploded over my head. Sounded like a gunshot. Large and small glass shards all throughout the cabin. No other vehicles","quote_3_odi":"10882495","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED-2015 BMW 328I SEDAN-ON FRIDAY, 6/24/16 AROUND 8:15AM, WHILE TRAVELING IN WASH, DC'S RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AT 35-45MPH ON ROUTE 295N, A LOUD BLAST, LIKE A BOMB, SUDDENLY JOLTED MY CAR! FEARFULLY, I CONTINUED TO STEER THE CAR LOOKING FOR A SAFE PLACE TO PULL OVER,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-taillight-wiring-failure","label":"Taillight and turn signal wiring failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11687277","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 328I. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side taillight became inoperable. The taillight intermittently illuminated, creating an inconsistent lighting condition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it","quote_2_odi":"11480954","quote_2_text":"I brought my 2015 BMW 328i to a local BMW dealership service center to inspect why my check engine light turned on. As part of their multi-point inspection, the service technician found an unrelated problem with the rear left tail light. This was identified as a critical","quote_3_odi":"11302477","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 BMW 328I LEFT TURN SIGNAL AND LEFT BRAKE HAVE MALFUNCTIONED FOR SOME MONTHS NOW. I HAVE REPLACED THE BULBS AND ITS NOT WORKING. I KNOW IT HAS TO BE SOME ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. THERE ARE MANY KNOW ISSUE LIKE MINE BUT THERE IS NOT A RECALL FOR MY MODEL BMW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"328i","model_slug":"328i","cluster_id":"bmw-328i-2015-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain guide failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11741411","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my 2015 BMW 328i xDrive (VIN: [XXX] , N20 engine, 124,250 miles) suffered a catastrophic engine failure while in operation. Component/System Failed: The timing chain guides and oil pump drive chain module failed. The plastic timing chain guide broke apart inside the","quote_2_odi":"11614589","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle it completely stopped and lost all power. No warning was given. We took it to dealership and was told timing chain failed causing engine damage. We were told this is a common problem and I only had vehicle for a little over a year. I am stuck with 5","quote_3_odi":"11482766","quote_3_text":"Driving to work and the engine oil pressure warning came up and the car began to decelerate and once completely stopped the power train malfunction warning popped up and I couldn’t restart the engine. Towed to BMW of Toledo and was Told the timing chain broke and destroyed the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/328i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-blower-motor-wiring-fire","label":"Blower motor wiring failure causing burning odor and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11091473","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICED IN DECEMBER 2017 FROM BMW STATING THAT THERE WAS A DANGER THAT THE CAR COULD CATCH FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11096672","quote_2_text":"THE BLOWER MOTOR WIRING OVERHEATS AND CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO CATCH ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11079590","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE IN THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS WHEN THE HEATER WAS ACTIVATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure trapping occupants inside vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11501144","quote_1_text":"The fact that the driver's side door could not be opened by ANY means from inside or outside the vehicle poses a severe safety risk in situations where the driver of the car needs to exit the vehicle themself or be evacuated carefully in the event of injury","quote_2_odi":"11432359","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that he was unable to open the driver’s and passenger’s side front doors","quote_3_odi":"11104900","quote_3_text":"DOORS WILL NOT UNLOCK, SERIOUS HAZARD IN EMERGENCY SITUATION IF DOORS WON'T UNLOCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-headlight-wiring-insulation","label":"Headlight wiring insulation cracking and headlight failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11603944","quote_1_text":"The headlights in my car both went out because of this wiring issue","quote_2_odi":"11406217","quote_2_text":"OPENING THE ACCESS PANEL AT THE REAR OF THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY SHOWED MULTIPLE BARE WIRES INSIDE OF THE SEALED HOUSING, THE INSULATION HAD SIMPLY STARTED TO FLAKE OFF OF THE WIRES RENDERING ALL CENTERING AND LEVELING FUNCTIONS OF THE LIGHT INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"11311353","quote_3_text":"OPENED BULB ACCESS COVER TO CHECK THE BULB AND FOUND THAT THE MAJORITY OF THE WIRING INSIDE THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAS HARDENED AND FLAKING INSULATION, EXPOSING BARE COPPER WIRE AND ALLOWING IT TO SHORT OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor disabling front airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11669664","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat occupancy sensor (OC3 mat) on my 2006 BMW 3 Series (VIN: [XXX] ) has failed","quote_2_odi":"11530296","quote_2_text":"Shortly thereafter, both the seatbelt and passenger airbag warning lights showed on the dash, regardless of occupancy","quote_3_odi":"11433678","quote_3_text":"The passenger seat mat sensor stopped working and that disabled the airbag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-pcv-valve-heater-fire","label":"PCV valve heater failure causing engine bay fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11703146","quote_1_text":"The PCV valve heater (positive crankcase ventilation heater) on my 2006 BMW 330xi failed and caused an engine bay electrical fire","quote_2_odi":"11217415","quote_2_text":"AS I PULLED MY CAR INTO A PARKING SPACE, I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11182364","quote_3_text":"MY PCV VALVE HAS FAILED AND ABSOLUTELY MELTED THROUGH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2006,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"bmw-330i-2006-steering-column-lock","label":"Electronic steering column lock preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":1243,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11475609","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Steering Lock Malfunction - Car does not start and stuck in Park","quote_2_odi":"11121788","quote_2_text":"I JUST HAD MY 2006 BMW 330I REPAIRED DUE TO A STEERING WHEEL LOCK WARNING LIGHT WHICH APPEARED ON THE ODOMETER CAUSING MY CAR NOT TO START","quote_3_odi":"11065502","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS DRIVING WHEN YELLOW STEERING COLUMN LOCK WARNING LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING ON STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Oil filter housing coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11562211","quote_1_text":"Coolant Leak from oil filter housing caused a major repair. The Car has about 109,000 miles. Parked it after work on a Thursday went to drive it to a family dinner Friday, i turned the car on and immediately get a low coolant light. I drove 2 miles down the road, Suddenly the","quote_2_odi":"11570175","quote_2_text":"BMW B48 engine. Coolant started leaking and the engine overheated. Unbeknownst to me caus the bottom of the car is covered. I had a mechanic look at it. Found the leak coming from the \"oil filter housing unit\". When he removed it it was broken at one of the 6 ports inside with","quote_3_odi":"11487410","quote_3_text":"IN MARCH 2022 I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK AND I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER MY HOOD. I WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT TO A MECHANICAL SHOP CLOSE BY. I WAS INFORMED THAT QUICK RELEASE COUPLING OF THE VENTILATION LINE O FTHE CYLINDER HEAD HAD TO BE REPLACED. BMW PART # 17129845173. AS A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-high-pressure-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11470568","quote_1_text":"Hi, my vehicle has a recall, 21v586, for high pressure fuel pump. I suggest this recall should be elevated to a mandatory recall. When my fuel pump failed it immediately lost power while driving. I was fortunate to maneuver the car across traffic to a safe location. I consider","quote_2_odi":"11473091","quote_2_text":"We had a 2017 bmw 330i x-drive. It had approximately 67000 miles. The car stalled while driving about 6 times. The first time was in 3/2021. The diagnostics were for a faulty high pressure fuel pump. We replaced the HPFP. It stalled again while driving. The diagnostics were for","quote_3_odi":"11435141","quote_3_text":"High Pressure Fuel Pump started going out on 15 April 2021 while under manufacturer warranty. Took to Moss Motors BMW in Lafayette LA. BMW found High Pressure Fuel pump issue, replaced fuel rail and sensors. Check Engine Light came back on 21 May 2021. Took to BMW of Mobile for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-hybrid-drive-power-loss","label":"Hybrid battery and electric drive power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11751336","quote_1_text":"Hybrid battery has a failed cell. It was confirmed by BMW diagnostics but BMW refused to repair/replace failed cell even though it was under full 8yr/80k mile warranty. BMW claimed it as wear and tear, even though 1 out of 5 cells completely failed. The failure caused the car to","quote_2_odi":"11678765","quote_2_text":"Unsure of the exact cause, appears to be the high voltage battery/electric drive function that is faulty. It is creating a hazardous condition causing the vehicle to propel itself forward while driving in traffic and almost hitting other vehicles on the roadway when the electric","quote_3_odi":"11006685","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY ON THE LEFT LANE OF TRAFFIC AT A SPEED OF 65MPH IN \"EDRIVE\" MODE. AS EXPECTED, IT SHIFTED FROM ELECTRIC TO COMBUSTION ENGINE AT 65MPH THOUGH THE AT THIS POINT THE CAR STARTED COASTING, AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL, EVEN THOUGH THE INDICATOR ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-parking-brake-clip-failure","label":"Parking brake cable clip failure against driveshaft","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11634858","quote_1_text":"I started to hear a grinding noise from the center-underside of my car about 4 months ago. I did some research and found that many BMW customers had experienced the same noise and the diagnosis was a parking brake line that drops on the main driveshaft after breaking free of the","quote_2_odi":"11589875","quote_2_text":"There is a well known issue with the clip on BMW 3 series (mine is a 2017 330i) that holds the parking brake cable assembly to the body if the car above the drive shaft towards the rear of the car. The plastic clips fail frequently, causing the parking brake cable assembly to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-restraint-system-malfunction","label":"Airbag and seat belt restraint system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11591894","quote_1_text":"On May 4th, at approximately 6:45 AM, I was driving in heavy rain at a speed under 65 miles per hour when my car hydroplaned and I lost control. This resulted in a significant accident. Despite the severity of the crash, the steering wheel airbag did not deploy, which resulted","quote_2_odi":"11475820","quote_2_text":"The brakes wouldn’t work and car kept going even though I tried to brake several times and with all my strength The car stopped when crashed another car and I was able to shut down the car but the brakes did not work. The crash was very severe and airbags didn’t deploy. A faulty","quote_3_odi":"11192123","quote_3_text":"THE 2 REAR SEAT BELTS (NOT THE MIDDLE ONE) BECAME DETACHED AT THE CONNECTION POINT AT THE TOP OF THE SEAT. THE BELTS APPEAR TO HAVE BEEN TORN OR SEVERED AS IF THEY WERE CUT AT THE POINT WHERE THEY ARE ATTACHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11132463","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING BETWEEN 55-65 MPH ON A TWO LANE HIGHWAY WHEN THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. THE MAJORITY OF GLASS BLEW UP AND OUT OF THE CAR, BUT SMALL PIECES WERE FALLING BACK INTO THE CAR. THE TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE WAS APPROXIMATELY 66 DEGREES. TRAFFIC WAS MOVING","quote_2_odi":"11088576","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ABOUT 40MPH ON A STRAIGHT ROAD, NO POTHOLES,ON SUNNY DAY, TEMP ABOUT 50. SUDDEN EXPLOSION AND SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD. PULLED OFF ROAD, NOTHING HAD STRUCK THE CAR. THE SUNROOF GLASS WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11220631","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING WHEN I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND. I THOUGHT SOMETHING HAD HIT THE CAR. UPON INSPECTION, I NOTICED THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED INTO THOUSANDS OF PIECES. THIS OCCURRED ON JUNE 17, 2019","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-airbag-sensor","label":"Airbag and occupancy sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11555355","quote_1_text":"I was driving to home, Nobody is traveling with me. Suddenly SRS System gave me a warning that \"Restraint System Malfunction\" .I went to the dealer he diagnosed and told that. Passenger Seat Occupancy sensor failure, that will prevent the deployment of Airbags.…","quote_2_odi":"11629707","quote_2_text":"My passenger airbag sensor malfunctioned and the repair is over two thousand dollars. The car is only 6 years old and I believe airbags should last longer than 6 years. BMW has extended warranties for airbags on some models (mine not included) for 15 years without mileage…","quote_3_odi":"11079929","quote_3_text":"AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN SERIOUS ACCIDENT CAUSING INJURY. VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING WHEN STUCK IN FRONT LEFT BUMPER BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Engine coolant leaks and overheating warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11478441","quote_1_text":"Cylinder Head Hose Expansion Tank Replacement - Coolant leaks out completely - This repair has been done twice on this vehicle with only 26K miles. BMW USA states no recall but the dealership informed me they have issued a bulletin but just put back on the defective hose since…","quote_2_odi":"11565602","quote_2_text":"At around 65k miles multiple plastic engine coolant connectors and hoses crack and fail. 5 locations at the same time! Coolant pump leaks. I went to an independent repair shop for a second opinion and repairs for $2,400 so far. Cheaper than the BMW service department.…","quote_3_odi":"11470503","quote_3_text":"Unknown - I returned from a work related trip out of the country, started my vehicle and coolant was pouring everywhere. BMW stated there's a recall coming out but have not seen one since the repair in April which was over a thousand USD.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11670096","quote_1_text":"Car just shut off when driving at 65mph and never started back up, took it in and repair was a bad fuel pump and fuel rail line causing metal shards to go through fuel tank and injectors.","quote_2_odi":"11256481","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A STREET. ENGINE STALLED. CAR WOULDN'T START. TOWED TO BMW DEALERSHIP. CATASTROPHIC HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE AT APPROXIMATELY 7400 MILES. METAL SHAVINGS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM. INJECTORS, FUEL LINES, FUEL PUMP, AND FUEL TANK NEEDED TO BE…","quote_3_odi":"11438264","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW 328D. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start up without warning. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who was unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-fuel-tank-faults","label":"Fuel tank, filler hose, and fuel sensor failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11624760","quote_1_text":"Gas tank began leaking from top of blind flange, similar to other extended warranties (SIB 01 03 22 and SIB 01 07 22). BMW is refusing to cover my specific model year (I have sent letters requesting reimbursement and called multiple times). It created an explosion hazard…","quote_2_odi":"11518472","quote_2_text":"Fuel Tank Filler Hose Collapse - unable to refuel and vehicle remains stranded.","quote_3_odi":"11511146","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW 320I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked for a while, upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal fuel odor detected. The contact stated that the fuel tank ventilation warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11646108","quote_1_text":"Oil Filter Housing failed and coolant gushes all out which makes the car undrivable and risk of engine overheating and failure.","quote_2_odi":"11562328","quote_2_text":"My oil filter housing failed at about 53,000 miles. While driving to work I got a low coolant warning and pulled over to see coolant dumping out of my car. The low coolant warning only comes on when the expansion tank is almost completely empty which can lead to oil and coolant…","quote_3_odi":"11655822","quote_3_text":"My 330i 2018 bmw has a cracked in the oil housing unit. This is due to bmw putting plastic parts instead of aluminum. After researching this I found thousand of people complaining about the sane thing. The car overheats and sometimes the oil gets mixed into the coolsnt system…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power and steering assist","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11490461","quote_1_text":"The car started to make a popping noise and then the collision warning light, Steering Light and Pedestrian warning lights came on and the steering became very tight. The electric steering became manual. Yes problem has been reported to Braman BMW Jupiter as well as BMW USA.","quote_2_odi":"11384147","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAD 300 MILES ON IT. ALL POWER WENT OUT IN THE VEHICLE INCLUDING THE STEERING GOING STRAIGHT 45MPH WITH MY SMALL CHILD IN THE CAR. ALMOST DIED, BUT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL CAR TO GET IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD ALMOST GETTING HIT HEAD ON. CALLED BMW FROM WITHIN THE CAR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11337852","quote_1_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE FOR ABOUT A MINUTE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND LUNGED FORWARD.I APPLIED MORE PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE,ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR , BUT THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME IS THE ONLY THING THAT STOPPED…","quote_2_odi":"11502140","quote_2_text":"The car's cruise control's rocker switch got stuck causing the vehicle's speed to increase continually. The rocker switch allows driver to increase or decrease speed when the cruise control is activated. The rocker switch permits speed increase in increments of 1 mph or 5 mph.…","quote_3_odi":"11300113","quote_3_text":"ACCELERATION ISSUES. I COMPLAINED TO BMW ABOUT THE ISSUE NOVEMBER 2018 FOR MY 2018 BMW. HOWEVER, BMW SAID THERE WASN'T A PROBLEM. ON SUNDAY AT AROUND 6:28 PM I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AT MY CHASE BANK AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTS ACCELERATING CAUSING ME TO HAVE A HEAD…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2018-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire without collision","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11678001","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, my vehicle unexpectedly caught fire due to no fault of my own. Upon investigation, it appears the fire originated from a short in the rear window defroster wiring, which led to significant damage in the right rear C-pillar area, headliner…","quote_2_odi":"11667410","quote_2_text":"I smelt and saw smoke coming from the back of my vehicle. I pulled over on to the left side of [XXX] bound. Then, I jumped out of the car to check the truck. I didn't see anything, then i popped the hood and still did not see anything visible. I then went back to the trunk…","quote_3_odi":"11399787","quote_3_text":"RETURNING FROM A LOCAL GROCERY STORE I DROVE INTO OUR GARAGE AND SHUT OFF THE ENGINE. IMMEDIATELY I HEARD A LOUD POP FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, LIKE FROM A FIRECRACKER, AND I SAW BLACK SMOKE COMING FROM THE HOOD AND FROM THE LEFT WHEEL WELL. I IMMEDIATELY TRIED TO RESTART…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2019-cooling-oil-filter-housing","label":"Cooling system and oil filter housing coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718383","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a premature failure of two critical engine components: the Heat Management Module (Coolant Pump/Thermostat assembly) and the Oil Filter Housing. Despite the vehicle's low mileage (40,000 miles), the Heat Management Module began leaking coolant, posing a…","quote_2_odi":"11712263","quote_2_text":"My 2019 BMW 330i has a recurring cooling system defect, including coolant leaks, heater inoperative, and risk of engine overheating. The defect began while the vehicle was under warranty and was repaired by BMW, but it recurred. BMW later instructed me not to drive the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11642487","quote_3_text":"I had a coolant leak so I took car in for repair. Mechanic says I have a crack in the oil filter housing. Mechanic told me to check with BMW to see if there was a recall because the oil filter housing was made of plastic and he claimed he heard of recalls for this particular…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2019-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and moisture","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11541767","quote_1_text":"I have heavy condensation in my BMW 330i xDrive driver side headlights. Comes during rainy and moist weather and takes couple of days to go away. upon dealer inspection its underlying issue with BMW's and sadly my warranty just expired 5 months ago and BMWusa is not helping in…","quote_2_odi":"11520664","quote_2_text":"Excessive moisture or condensation in the headlights after heavy rain. First one failed which is on driver side but replaced but second one which is the passenger side failed too within months. Replace for headlights would cost 4.5K","quote_3_odi":"11303007","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BMW 330I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN COLDER WEATHER THE FRONT HEAD LIGHT BEAM PROJECTED AT AN ANGLE DUE TO CONDENSATION INSIDE THE HEAD LIGHT ASSEMBLY CAUSING A VISIBILITY HAZARD TO THE DRIVER. THE FAILURE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE LOCAL…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2019-passenger-airbag-restraint-fault","label":"Passenger airbag and restraint system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11668576","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is relatively new and kept in great shape. No damage nothing, one day the sensor for passenger airbag malfunction appears indicating that passenger airbag will not deploy in event of a crash. Dealership says it’s not covered under warranty and have to pay to replace…","quote_2_odi":"11540308","quote_2_text":"Had a passenger restraint system malfunction error warning light. Took the car to the dealer for service and they replaced the air bag repair wiring harness from the ACSM (air bag control unit) control module to both knee air bags. This did not fix the error, so they then…","quote_3_odi":"11686264","quote_3_text":"Seat restraint malfunction that prevents the air bag from working properly. Dealer is aware of this problem but has not been able to correct it.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2019-starter-electrical-recall","label":"Engine starter electrical recall part unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726631","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The…","quote_2_odi":"11704226","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact recently purchased the vehicle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH,…","quote_3_odi":"11720473","quote_3_text":"Description of the Problem: •Component/system that failed: The engine starter, which is subject to an open recall issued September 23, 2025. The starter was not replaced during a service visit. The vehicle no longer exists due to the fire, but the VIN and service records are…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2019-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked or driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703907","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 BMW 330I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on the driveway, the vehicle caught fire. The contact called the fire department, and the fire was extinguished. The vehicle was towed to an impound lot and was declared a total loss by the…","quote_2_odi":"11700770","quote_2_text":"My parked vehicle, with the ignition off, caught fire while I was inside the gym. Within10-15 mins of entering the gym, the gym intercom announced that a car matching the description of my vehicle was on fire on the parking lot. When I went outside, firefighters were actively…","quote_3_odi":"11475151","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2019 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, smoke was seen coming from under the hood of the vehicle. After stopping and exiting the vehicle, flames were then present coming from under the hood and the fire department was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-active-grille-shutter-failure","label":"Active grille shutter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11722294","quote_1_text":"The Active Grille Shutter (AGS) system on my vehicle suffered an internal mechanical failure (fault codes 138206 and 138224). These shutters are a critical part of the engine cooling system","quote_2_odi":"11565049","quote_2_text":"Both the UPPER and LOWER active grille shutters for most BMW models in the 5 model years prior to mine had extended service warranties due to frequent failures of the part","quote_3_odi":"11575902","quote_3_text":"The lower active grill on my 2020 BMW 330i failed. I purchased the vehicle on January 24th. On February 27th, the check engine light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment and warning system failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11715850","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2020 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop and making a left turn, another vehicle, trying to beat the light and driving 60 MPH, crashed into the driver's side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11456724","quote_2_text":"Car was t-boned by another vehicle at 65-70 MPH (other driver was cited as negligent and responsible for accident)—and other driver’s car caused damage to the BMW and driver (my daughter) due to the side airbags on the BMW not deploying","quote_3_odi":"11699322","quote_3_text":"Defective airbag wiring harness for the passenger seat. The car is giving a warning; it has never been in any accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-engine-fire-parked","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729470","quote_1_text":"My car was parked at home and hadnt been driven in hours. My neighbor contacted me, saying that my car was on fire. I went outside, and it was on fire, and the fire department was called","quote_2_odi":"11635181","quote_2_text":"I started my vicheal up and turned the heater on on my 330i 2020i bmw I sat there for about 15 mins and noticed a smoke smell I stepped out my car and realized my car was on fire!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-motor-mount-collapse","label":"Engine motor mount collapse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11758531","quote_1_text":"The left hydraulic engine motor mount (P/N 22117581621) completely collapsed and failed at 6 years and only 24,811 miles. The right mount was also replaced at the same time (P/N 22117581622)","quote_2_odi":"11610398","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered with an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the bearing and motor mount needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-oil-filter-housing-coolant-leak","label":"Oil filter housing and heat module coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11671613","quote_1_text":"The Oil filter housing on my BMW 330i failed randomly while driving causing my vehicle to be depleted off coolant within seconds","quote_2_odi":"11668382","quote_2_text":"While driving, my 2020 BMW 330i suddenly entered “drivetrain limited power” mode, severely restricting acceleration and overall performance. Upon diagnostic review, the cause was found to be a failure of the Heat Management Module (HMM)","quote_3_odi":"11362191","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE COOLANT LOW WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO RALLYE BMW (1 BRUSH HOLLOW RD, WESTBURY, NY 11590; (516) 393-0000) WHO CONFIRMED THEM THAT THE COOLANT LEVEL WAS LOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-starter-recall-no-remedy","label":"Engine starter fire recall parts backlog","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11714134","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 BMW 330i xDrive with an open safety recall involving a fire risk related to the engine starter. The recall has been open for approximately five months, and BMW has not provided a remedy or repair timeline","quote_2_odi":"11712900","quote_2_text":"Urgent fire risk when parked recall as of September 23, 2025 and received this safeyy recall letter in November 2025 along with 'remedy is unavailable.'","quote_3_odi":"11706475","quote_3_text":"Re: 25V-636 We received a recall notice for the above notice over a month ago. No further communication has been sent from BMW in the status of new part availability and they refuse to assist with accommodations because of the scale of the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2020-uncommanded-movement","label":"Uncommanded vehicle movement while parked","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11426794","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW 330i. The contact stated that while he was sleeping, the vehicle was parked outside of the garage and had started itself without the key in the ignition then drove itself and crashed into the aluminum garage door","quote_2_odi":"11428623","quote_2_text":"The car started and moved forward with no driver or passenger inside and stopped because it hit my garage door from which it was parked 3 feet from before it moved forward driverless. A car which moves by itself is unsafe because it can hit a person or object","quote_3_odi":"11307220","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP ASSIST THEN DISENGAGED AND MY CAR ACCELERATED BACKWARDS, WENT OFF ITS TRACK AND BACKED FORCEFULLY INTO A BRICK WALL BEFORE I COULD APPLY THE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2021-adas-sensor-lane-departure","label":"Driver assistance and lane departure warning system faults","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02-24 → 2024-07-19","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11508878","quote_1_text":"When driving the car when dark enough to activate auto headlights and raining enough to activate auto wipers, after 20 minutes the following message comes on the screen EVERYTIME: Drive Assistance temporarily limited  Lane departure also turns on and off while driving in these…","quote_2_odi":"11603482","quote_2_text":"BMW front sensors on act erratically sometimes working and sometimes going off without anything present, during rain/snow sensors would constantly go off for no reason","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2021-airbag-restraint-warning","label":"Air bag and restraint system warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02-18 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751173","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, there was an audible alert heard, and a red air bag light was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failure in the driver’s side knee air bags","quote_2_odi":"11641504","quote_2_text":"My car has ver been wrecked or received any damage to any part of it. While driving to work the following warning  popped up on screen. RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING, functionality of the airbags, seatbelt tensions, belt force limits reduced","quote_3_odi":"11477793","quote_3_text":"Message on Console - \" Passenger Restraint system malfunction \". Took vehicle in for Repair; BMW Dealership \"thinks\" it may be a wiring harness electrical short. They evidently need to discuss problem with BMW Corporate to figure out to properly diagnose problem and how to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2021-engine-motor-mount-failure","label":"Engine mount and motor mount failure at low mileage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-22 → 2025-11-21","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11700913","quote_1_text":"I had my rear brakes replaced today at BMW and I was told my engine mounts have failed and need to be fixed asap. Was given a quote of 3000.00. My warranty expired literally 2 months ago. I’m told it’s dangerous to drive but how does this happen?","quote_2_odi":"11688864","quote_2_text":"Motor mounts failed on 2021 G20 that only has 52k miles. Vehicle when purchased as CPO had 27k miles and was suppose to be inspected to be certified as CPO. In less than 30k miles from time of purchase it seems these failed early","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2021-recall-25v636-starter-fire","label":"Recall 25V636000 engine starter fire risk and parts delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-09-29 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11731768","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V056000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11700817","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and coming to a stop at a red traffic light, the contact started smelling smoke. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact turned off the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to restart with a message that the vehicle was unable to be…","quote_3_odi":"11724701","quote_3_text":"In September of 2025, I was notified twice by BMW via mail that my car is under recall. The NHTSA Recall Number is 25V636000.  It is possible for water to contact and enter the engine starter. This could lead to corrosion which could cause a short circuit and ultimately a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"330i","model_slug":"330i","cluster_id":"330i-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering at highway speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02-01 → 2026-02-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11718178","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 70 mph on the highway, my vehicle’s sunroof suddenly and violently shattered without any warning. There was no impact from debris, no vehicle in front of me throwing objects, and no prior damage to the glass. The explosion was extremely loud…","quote_2_odi":"11449667","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded randomly, without warning as I was traveling on the highway at approximately 65 MPH. There was no impact from an object. The cloth cover beneath the sunroof was fully intact and undamaged after the incident","quote_3_odi":"11509033","quote_3_text":"While I was driving down the highway, sunroof has exploded without any apparent reason.   I really didn’t realize what had happened at first, all I heard was a loud bang which could’ve lead to distraction and cause an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/330i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-electrical-recall-delay","label":"Blower motor wiring and battery cable recall delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11048176","quote_1_text":"BLOWER MOTOR SYSTEM CONNECTORS RECALL. RECALL INCOMPLETE REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11140888","quote_2_text":"2011 BMW 335D. CONSUMER WRITES WITH REGARD TO RECALL CAMPAIGN NO. 18V-314: POWER SUPPLY SYSTEM, AND INQUIRES WHEN REPAIRS WILL BE DONE. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-engine-stall-reduced-power","label":"Engine stall with reduced-power warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10927902","quote_1_text":"NOVEMBER 25, 2016 APPROXIMATELY 17:44 (5:44 PM EST) MY 2011 BMW 335D STALLED WHILE DRIVING. \"ENGINE MALFUNCTION REDUCED POWER\" ALERT WAS ON SCREEN. I WAS ABLE TO RE-START IT, AND CONTINUED ON MY WAY. THIS IS A RE-OCCURRING DANGEROUS PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR","quote_2_odi":"10967583","quote_2_text":"WARNING LIGHT \"ENGINE MALFUNCTION\"\" ENGINE OPERATING AT REDUCED OUTPUT \"HAPPENS RANDOMLY AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS , APPARENTLY DUE TO A KNOWN BMW ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP ON VARIOUS MODELS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-intake-carbon-buildup","label":"Carbon buildup on intake manifold and EGR","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10542147","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE SWIRL FLAP ACTUATOR. DEALER REPLACE INTAKE MANIFOLD WITH SWIRL FLAP MOTOR. *JB","quote_2_odi":"10926715","quote_2_text":"ENGINE DESIGN OF EXHAUST GAS RE-CIRCULATION CAUSES HEAVY CARBON BUILD UP ON INTAKE VALVES AND PORTS CAUSING LOSS OF POWER AND EXPENSIVE REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-passenger-restraint-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger seat restraint sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11308589","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG MALFUNCTION, SEAT SENSITIVITY IS TOUCHY, REPORTS AN OCCUPANT WHEN EMPTY AND GIVES AN OCCASIONAL MALFUNCTION WARNING, AT ANY SPEED, ANY TIME","quote_2_odi":"11032979","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM FAULT AFFECTING AIRBAG, BELT TENSIONER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11176032","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEELS IS SUCK WANT TURNING IN MY DRIVEWAY STEERING WHEELS LOCK UP CAN GETTING TURNING WHAT CAN WE DO","quote_2_odi":"11142985","quote_2_text":"WHILE COMING TO A STOP IN A PARKING LOT THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT AND THE SMELL OF BURNING RUBBER WAS PRESENT. HAD THE CAR BEEN GOING A HIGH RATE OF SPEED IT WOULD HAVE BEEN DISASTROUS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11015090","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHATS GOING WITH THIS RECALL. ITS BEEN OVER A YEAR AND STILL THIS ISSUE HASENT GOT REAOLVE","quote_2_odi":"11045339","quote_2_text":"TAKATA. RESOLUTION BY CLOSEST BMW DEALER, BMW OF BELLEVUE, WASHINGTON, IS INDICATING A MAY 2018 DATE FOR REPLACEMENT. I FEEL THAT THIS IS AN INORDINATELY EXTENDED TIME ON TOP OF THE ALREADY LONG TIME FOR THE REPLACEMENT PRODUCT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335d","model_slug":"335d","cluster_id":"bmw-335d-2011-tire-wheel-defects","label":"Tire and wheel defects","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10505869","quote_1_text":"MONDAY MORNING PULLED THE CAR OFF THE GARAGE AND NOTICED THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE LIGHT WAS ON. THOUGHT IT WAS A NAIL IN THE TIRE AND STOPPED AT NTB TO FIX IT","quote_2_odi":"11150245","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED NEW PIRELLI PZERO TIRES FROM MY LOCAL BMW DEALER. THE REAR TIRES EXHIBITED INTERMITTENT AIR LOSS AND WERE REPLACED BY THE DEALER BECAUSE THE DEALER BELIEVED THEY WERE DAMAGED DURING INSTALLATION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-footwell-module-failure","label":"Footwell module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11408018","quote_1_text":"HELLO, I WANTED TO BRING TO ATTENTION THE FAILING FOOTWELL MODULES IN E9X GENERATION BMWS. THE MODULES HAVE A HIGH FAILURE RATE AND WHEN THEY BECOME INOPERABLE YOU LOSE YOUR HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, LOCKING AND UNLOCKING DOORS","quote_2_odi":"11364727","quote_2_text":"BLINKER LIGHTS AND WINDOWS NOT WORKING. I WAS NOT DRIVING WHEN I NOTICED THE PROBLEM. I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY BUT DID NOT PROCEED WHEN I NOTICED THE WINDOWS AND LIGHTS WEREN'T WORKING. BOTH BLINKER AND HIGH BEAMS ARE NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10945016","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK AS A RESULT OF INTERIOR DOUBLE PULL ON HANDLE. NEED TO PRESS INTERIOR DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON ON CENTER PANEL. COULD BE A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE IF EMERGENCY EGRESS FROM VEHICLE IS NEEDED, OR ELECTRICAL POWER IS LOST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11222821","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A BAD HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. AFTER DOING RESEARCH ONLINE I FOUND THAT BMW HAD A RECALL FOR ENGINES N54","quote_2_odi":"10680754","quote_2_text":"IT APPEARS THAT MY HPFP (HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP IS FAILING). CAR WENT INTO REDUCED POWER MODE AND WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO EVEN DRIVE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11232889","quote_3_text":"LONG CRANK TIMES TO START THE ENGINE. HAD IT DIAGNOSED BY AN MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WAS FAILING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-side airbag occupancy sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11464654","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat airbag sensor failed at 50,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11596878","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 335I. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger’s side air bag sensor warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11621213","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 335I. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-power-train-failure","label":"Power train stall and driveshaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11612387","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure, while driving 45mph the car automatically downshifted then stopped pulling rolled to a complete stop was able to put into park turn car off then when tried to restart that is when the transmission failure light and notice came on the dash","quote_2_odi":"11291045","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WILL AUTOMATICALLY GO INTO NEUTRAL. WHEN IDLE TOO THE CAR GOES INTO NEUTRAL AND YOU CAN'T SHIFT INTO DRIVE. WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IT HITS NEUTRAL AND THE CAR REDLINES, THE CAR WILL COAST DOWN THE HIGHWAY UNTIL IT HOPS BACK INTO GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10928459","quote_3_text":"BMW 335D AUTOMATIC WITH APPROX 60K MILES. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROX 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO MAKE NOISE, SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND FILL WITH SMOKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10915041","quote_1_text":"NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 16V071 RECALL DATE: FEBRUARY 5, 2016 DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG: DURING AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IN AN ACCIDENT, THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG MODULE MAY PRODUCE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRESSURE THAT COULD CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO RUPTURE","quote_2_odi":"10934364","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL : SINCE FEBRUARY DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO SUPPLY PART AND CANNOT PROVIDE A DATE REPAIR CAN BE MADE. I LIVE IN HOT HUMID CLIMATE AND CAR REMAINS OUTSIDE. IF I DIE IT WILL BE ONE IN A LONG LIST OF FATALITIES. DON'T WANT TO BE A STATISTIC","quote_3_odi":"10906078","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE 16V-071 IN MARCH 2016, AND JUST CHECKED WITH BMW AND THEY STILL DO NOT HAVE THE REPLACEMENT PARTS. IT IS NOW SEPT 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2011-vanos-bolt-failure","label":"VANOS/camshaft bolt engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11598018","quote_1_text":"2011 BMW 335i COUPE E92 My vehicle has broken vanos bolts which caused the engine to shut off while driving. This was a terrifying experience in which i was on the freeway doing around 70mph and lost power steering and power brakes","quote_2_odi":"11429020","quote_2_text":"The Vano Housing System bolts all broke off and fell into the engine causing sudden failure and stopping of the vehicle causing it to need to be towed","quote_3_odi":"10608635","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 335I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V176000 (CAMSHAFT BOLTS/VANOS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure preventing doors from opening","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11055388","quote_1_text":"DOOR LOCKS DO NOT UNLOCK ON BOTH THE FRONT DOORS. THEY ARE JAMMED. THE FAULT IS IS BECAUSE OF BAD DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS. UNLESS I PRESS THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON THE DASHBOARD MANUALLY, THEY DON'T UNLOCK THEY SOMETIME DON'T UNLOCK EVEN WHEN I PRESS THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON MY REMOTE","quote_2_odi":"11043569","quote_2_text":"DOOR LOCK ON DRIVER SIDE WILL NOT RELEASE. THE LOCKING PIN GOES UP AND DOWN, BUT THE DOOR LOCK WILL NOT RELEASE AS IT IS SUPPOSED TO UNLESS THE UNLOCK BUTTON IS PRESSED. IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY, THE DRIVER CANNOT GET OUT BY SIMPLY PULLING THE DOOR HANDLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"engine-stall-loss-of-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stalling with loss of power steering and brake assist","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10593767","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 BMW 335I COUPLE M SPORT PACKAGE (AUTOMATIC) ENGINE STALLS RANDOMLY (5 TIMES SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR IN NOVEMBER OF 2013). AS A RESULT, THE POWER STEERING FAILS AND POWER BRAKE ASSIST ALSO FAILS. RESULTING IN SOME SCARY SITUATIONS INDEED","quote_2_odi":"10851884","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 335I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE AND SUDDENLY IT STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VANOS BOLTS WERE LOOSE AND FRACTURED","quote_3_odi":"10892703","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN LINE IN A DRIVE THRU THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF SUDDENLY LOSING ALL ELECTRICAL POWER AND POWER STEERING. UPON TRYING TO START \"CHARGING MALFUNCTION\" APPEARED ON THE INFORMATION SCREEN IN WITH A RED WARNING SIGN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"hood-latch-release-mechanism-defect","label":"Hood latch and release mechanism defects","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11600854","quote_1_text":"on my car there is what is called the bowden cable that works to open and release the hood so that it can be opened. The problem with the design of the cable is that it sits right over a coolant hose leading to the engine","quote_2_odi":"10492311","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR HAS NO \"SAFETY CATCH\" ON THE HOOD LATCH THAT THE OWNER OPENS AFTER FIRST RELEASING THE HOOD FROM INSIDE THE CAR. INSTEAD, THE OWNER OPENS THE HOOD BY PULLING TWICE ON THE HOOD RELEASE LEVEL INSIDE THE CAR IN THE DRIVER'S FOOTWELL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"passenger-airbag-occupancy-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11576914","quote_1_text":"While driving with a passenger in front passenger seat, I occasionally receive a warning that there is a malfunction in passenger restraint system. At that time, the \"pass airbag off\" light goes on","quote_2_odi":"11418072","quote_2_text":"While driving with a passenger in front passenger seat, I occasionally receive a warning that there is a malfunction in passenger restraint system. At that time, the \"pass airbag off\" light goes on","quote_3_odi":"10960406","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT HAS MALFUNCTIONED AND CANNOT READ WHETHER OR NOT A PERSON IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. IN TURN THE AIRBAG IS OFF DUE TO THE CARS ECU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable for repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11071594","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL- HAVE NOTIFIED GLOBAL IMPORTS OF MARIETTA/ATLANTA GEORGIA EVERY MONTH SINCE I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE. THEY WILL NOT RETURN CALLS OR MAKE APPOINTMENT. THEY INFORM ME THAT I WILL GET EMAIL CORRESPONDENCE AND I NEVER DO. CAN YOU HELP?","quote_2_odi":"11051445","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER ON 9-25-17 WHEN I RECEIVED THE SAFETY RECALL LETTER. AFTER 2 MONTHS THE PART IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE AND ON 11-30-17 I WAS TOLD THAT THE PART MAY BE AVAILABLE IN FEBRUARY 2018. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THIS AND DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11035923","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 335I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure trapping occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11406988","quote_1_text":"1 DAY I DROVE THE CAR ALL THE DOOR LOCKES EXCEPT FOR THE REAR LEFT STOPED WORKING AND I GOT STUCK IN THE CAR FOR 30 MINUTES THEN THE DOOR UNLOCKED AND THEN STOPED WORKING CAR DOORS HAVE TO BE OPENS WITH THE KEY HOLE OR FROM INSIDE THE CAR MAJOR DEATH HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"11169906","quote_2_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER TRAPPED IN CAR AFTER PARKING AT AS GAS PUMP. DOORS WOULD UNLOCK BUT NOT OPEN RESULTING IN THE POTENTIAL OF KILLING ITS PASSENGERS IN A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11191736","quote_3_text":"THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED. THIS MAKES IT SO THAT THE DOORS DO NOT OPEN WHEN YOU ARE INSIDE THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTING TO GET OUT BY PULLING THE DOOR HANDLE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE NOT ALLOWING ME TO GET OUT OF MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-drivetrain-malfunction-limp-mode","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning and limp-mode power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10565341","quote_1_text":"\"LIMP MODE\" IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE AFFECTING 2012-2014 BMW 335I MODELS WITH THE M SPORT PACKAGE. AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A STOP TO 60-65 MPH, AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC, I EXPERIENCED LIMP MODE","quote_2_odi":"10569337","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS DISPLAYED \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION, DRIVE MODERATELY\" TWICE NOW IN LESS THAN ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP. WHEN THIS DISPLAY HAS OCCURRED, THE CAR GOES INTO \"LIMP MODE\" AND CAN ONLY BE DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS OR WITH VERY SLUGGISH ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"11439216","quote_3_text":"Loss of power/won't Rev over 2500rpms No fault codes displayed on dash Radiator fan goes to max and cuts off consistently every 30sec-45sec Very dangerous situation when pulling out in front of traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-eps-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Electric power steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11690282","quote_1_text":"I haven’t even had my bmw 335i 2013 with 84000 miles on it yet for more than 8 months but somehow for some reason my electronic power steering rack has gone out twice in the span of 5 months.this is a issue","quote_2_odi":"11329754","quote_2_text":"PROBLEMS WITH EPS RACK. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN ANY ACCIDENTS. SITS AT 56,000 MILES WITH NO OTHER PROBLEMS. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL RIGHT AND LEFT THEIR IS A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECOMES VERY STIFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718453","quote_1_text":"The car died without warning on highway. Lost control because of no power. Car was towed. no codes found. Car died again on highway, lost control no power to brakes and steering. Car was hit trying to got off into breakdown lane. High pressure fuel pump no good","quote_2_odi":"10926503","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY GOING TO WORK, AROUND 5:30 IN THE MORNING, THE POWER TRAIN WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THE SCREEN.., WHILE ON SPORT MODE SELECTED I NOTICED THAT MY RPM WAS CLOSE TO 3K DOING 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11006102","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE'S FUEL PUMP HAD AN ISSUE WHICH WOULD CAUSE A STALL, AND IT WAS EVENTUALLY REPLACED BY BMW JUST LIKE A RECALL, BUT THEY MADE SURE TO EMPHASIZE THAT IT WAS A \"LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION\" AND WAS 'NOT' A RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-passenger-seat-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor restraint malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11590939","quote_1_text":"All BMWs have a defect with passenger seat occupancy mat; airbag will not deploy in accident for passenger because passenger seat restraint system is defective in passenger seat (they call it passenger occupancy mat)","quote_2_odi":"11529077","quote_2_text":"Out of nowhere, on 6/24, the warning light came on saying that there is an issue with the passenger restraint system. It stays on when there is no one in the seat and then, even if someone is in the seat, it will turn off","quote_3_odi":"10851073","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION SYMBOL CAME ON ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS AS I STARTED THE CAR AND REMAINED ON AS I DROVE IT AND WHEN I RESTARTED IT IT WAS GONE BRIEFLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10826092","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKING CAR IN USUAL PARKING LOT AT WORK, 8:30 AM, TURNING WHEELS TO LEFT, CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN WITHOUT ANY WARNING, CAUSING CAR TO JUMP OVER PARKING BUMPER, THROUGH CONCRETE BLOCK WALL AND CONTINUED TO RAM INTO PRIVATE HOME, MAKING HOME UNSAFE TO ENTER","quote_2_odi":"10781655","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 335I. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH MAKING A 90 DEGREE TURN, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK AND BACK INJURIES, BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"10494881","quote_3_text":"THE SUBJECT VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN THE CAR WAS SLOWLY TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING LOT. THE DRIVER HAD TO SUDDENLY PRESS VERY HARD ON THE BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11018654","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. 8 MONTHS AGO, I WAS PLANNING TO REFINANCE MY VEHICLE & LOWER MY INTEREST RATE. AS I CALLED, THE BMW FINANCE COMPANY, TOLD ME I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO DO ANYTHING WITH MY VEHICLE UNTIL THE RECALL IS DONE","quote_2_odi":"10929426","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 335I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10899248","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM BMW ON MARCH 2016 NOTIFYING ME OF THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG MODULE RECALL, CAMPAIGN NO. 16V-071. BMW DID NOT HAVE ANY PARTS AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF NOTIFICATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"335i-2013-water-pump-electrical-short","label":"Electric water pump connector electrical short","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751957","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a defect with electric water pump, shorted by its factory connector due to unprotected electrical plug on water pump. BMW issued a recall to cover the defect but refusing to pay for repairs performed. Recall 24V-608 water pump electrical connector","quote_2_odi":"11718597","quote_2_text":"The water pump runs all of the time and drains the battery completely overnight. The water pump runs even after the car is shut off. It seems like the water pump is shorted","quote_3_odi":"11710003","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with coolant pump failure. The contact was informed that the coolant pump had an electrical shortage and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2014-airbag-crash-response","label":"Airbag and safety-system response in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11530365","quote_1_text":"The airbags is displayed as not working/off. The blind spot warning, and the lane keeping assistance does not function. There was an incident that happened where I hit a pot hole and ended up hitting a construction cone","quote_2_odi":"11425215","quote_2_text":"Driver airbag did not deploy. I hit the steering wheel with enough force to break the steering column","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2014-electrical-shutdown","label":"Unexpected electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11362496","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME I GO FROM I93 MASS TO I90 HWY ON THE EXIT MY CAR SHUTS OFF FOR 3SEC AND RESTARTS THE ELECTRONICS","quote_2_odi":"10669921","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON 4 LANE ROAD AT 40MPH WHEN 2104 BMW 335I XDRIVE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TOTAL FAILURE-STARTING WITH THE NAVIGATION SCREEN THEN THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD WENT BLACK AND ENGINE SHUTDOWN (ALL IN FEW SECONDS)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2014-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing sudden stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10626436","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE VEHICLE IS RUNNING/MOVING (BRAND NEW 335I 2014). HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED(COMPLETE FAILURE) WHILE MERGING ON TO LANE AT BUSY AIRPORT GATE RAMP","quote_2_odi":"10663713","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING IN RAIN, STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WITH START/STOP ENABLED AND IN STANDBY MODE. WHEN SIGNAL TURNED GREEN VEHICLE STRUGGLED TO COME TO LIFE AND STALLED WITH MESSAGE ON I-DRIVE SAYING DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11331264","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR WAS READING THAT IT HAD GAS, THEN SUDDENLY IT CAME TO A STOP, ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER, AND IT WAS FOUND THAT THE FUEL LEVEL SENSOR HAD DIED MAKING THE CAR THINK IT HAD GAS WHEN IT IN FACT HAD NONE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2014-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass explosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11528196","quote_1_text":"On Sunday, 6/18/2023, a little after 9pm, I was STOPPED at a traffic light outside the Shell station at 600 S Michigan St, Seattle, WA. Whilst waiting for the traffic light to turn green, the sunroof exploded from the inside out!","quote_2_odi":"11520526","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway when my sunroof exploded. I thought someone shot at me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335i","model_slug":"335i","cluster_id":"bmw-335i-2014-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case shudder under load","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11534907","quote_1_text":"THE SYMPTOM: THE CAR MISSES OR SHUTTERS UNDER LOAD. THE DEALERSHIP INFORMED ME THAT THE CAR NEEDS A NEW TRANSFER CASE. THE VEHICLE HAS 80K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11329053","quote_2_text":"THE SYMPTOM: THE CAR MISSES OR SHUTTERS UNDER LOAD. THE PROBLEM STARTED AS INTERMITTENT BUT IS BECOMING WORSE. THE DEALERSHIP HAS INFORMED ME TODAY THAT THE CAR NEEDS A NEW TRANSFER CASE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/335i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335is","model_slug":"335is","cluster_id":"bmw-335is-2013-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure trapping occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11191736","quote_1_text":"THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE FAILED. THIS MAKES IT SO THAT THE DOORS DO NOT OPEN WHEN YOU ARE INSIDE THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTING TO GET OUT BY PULLING THE DOOR HANDLE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE NOT ALLOWING ME TO GET OUT OF MY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11169906","quote_2_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER TRAPPED IN CAR AFTER PARKING AT AS GAS PUMP. DOORS WOULD UNLOCK BUT NOT OPEN RESULTING IN THE POTENTIAL OF KILLING ITS PASSENGERS IN A CRASH. THERE IS A VIDEO ON YOUTUBE OF A SIMILAR INCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11061217","quote_3_text":"WHEN I TRY TO OPEN THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR BY PULLING THE HANDLE IT DOES NOT UNLOCK AUTOMATICALLY. THE ONLY WAY TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IS THROUGH ANOTHER DOOR OR BY USING THE CENTRAL LOCK/UNLOCK BUTTON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335is","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335is","model_slug":"335is","cluster_id":"bmw-335is-2013-drivetrain-malfunction-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction and loss of engine power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10911158","quote_1_text":"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION HAS OCCURRED TWICE IN WHICH THE CARS OUTPUT IS MINIMIZED. WE WERE ON ONE HIGHWAY, CONNECTING WITH ANOTHER AND WENT TO ACCELERATED TO MERGE WITH TRAFFIC AND THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. TOP SPEED WAS 40MPH","quote_2_odi":"10569337","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS DISPLAYED \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION, DRIVE MODERATELY\" TWICE NOW IN LESS THAN ONE YEAR OF OWNERSHIP. WHEN THIS DISPLAY HAS OCCURRED, THE CAR GOES INTO \"LIMP MODE\" AND CAN ONLY BE DRIVEN AT LOW SPEEDS OR WITH VERY SLUGGISH ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10546219","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS APPROACHING THE ON RAMP FOR THE HIGHWAY, I SPED UP IN ORDER TO MERGE INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I DEPRESSED THE GAS PEDAL COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR BUT THE CAR PICKED UP EXTREMELY SLOWLY AS IF IT DID NOT HAVE ANY POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335is","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"335is","model_slug":"335is","cluster_id":"bmw-335is-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11043583","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. TOOK BMW TO BMW DEALER ON MALLORY ROAD IN NASHVILLE TN ON NOV. 3 TO HAVE AIRBAG REPLACED AT 10:00, MY APPOINTMENT TIME. VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO ME ABOUT ONE HOUR LATER. BMW REFUSED TO GIVE ME ANY PAPERWORK RELATED TO THE MY VISIT","quote_2_odi":"10899248","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM BMW ON MARCH 2016 NOTIFYING ME OF THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIR BAG MODULE RECALL, CAMPAIGN NO. 16V-071. BMW DID NOT HAVE ANY PARTS AVAILABLE AT THE TIME OF NOTIFICATION","quote_3_odi":"10855404","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTING TO WORK WITH BMW CORPORATE AND THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP IN RIDGEFIELD CT WHERE I LEASED THE VEHICLE FOR THE PAST 3 MONTHS AND I HAVE YET TO SUCCESSFULLY RESOLVE THE SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/335is","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"bmw-428i-2014-accel-brake-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake failure during stops","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10617844","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN A NEIGHBORHOOD ROAD WITH MY WIFE AS A PASSENGER ON JULY 12 AND GOING AT ABOUT 25 MILES AN HOUR APPROACHING THE TRAFFIC LIGHT AT A BUSY INTERSECTION, I NOTICED THAT MY TWO-WEEKS OLD BRAND NEW BMW WAS NOT SLOWING DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11240359","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE WITH MY FOOT APPLIED TO THE BRAKE. SUDDENLY MY CAR SURGED FORWARD. I IMMEDIATELY PUSHED MY FOOT DOWN ON THE BRAKE HARDER. NOTHING HAPPENED. MY CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE FORWARD, HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"10578077","quote_3_text":"I WAS AT A STOP WAITING TO ENTER FREEWAY, HAD MY FOOT ON THE BREAK PEDAL AND MY 428I STARTED ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN. I WAS VERY SCARED SINCE IT WOULD NOT STOP AND NEARLY RAMMED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"bmw-428i-2014-coolant-recall-delay","label":"Engine coolant pump recall repair delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11661645","quote_1_text":"The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for my vehicle in a timely manner. Issue: 1 open recall since Aug 13, 2024 for: ENGINE COOLANT PUMP: The electrical connector of the engine coolant pump could become damaged","quote_2_odi":"11648739","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while idling in traffic on the highway, the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was running extremely hot. The message \"Engine Over temperature - Stop Carefully\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11631327","quote_3_text":"The coolant pump on my BMW has failed due to a known recall issue (NHTSA Recall Number 24V608). Despite the recall being issued months ago, BMW has not provided a timely fix or remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"bmw-428i-2014-door-lock-actuator","label":"Door lock actuator failure trapping occupants inside","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11351503","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS GOT STUCK IN A LOCK WHEN PARKED, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11204975","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DOORS GET STUCK IN LOCKED STATE AND WILL NOT UNLOCK FROM INSIDE. THIS HAPPENS WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED AFTER A DRIVE OR WHEN YOU START UP THE VEHICLE AND IT IS IN PARKED POSITION. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AS THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER CAN GET LOCKED INSIDE THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"bmw-428i-2014-engine-oil-failure","label":"Engine oil system failure and catastrophic engine loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11697411","quote_1_text":"Car jyst shut down in the middle of the street without any dashbord lights, strange noises or symptoms. Won't turn over. After tow to BMW dealer they said oil pump broke. I took it to volvo dealer they said oil starvation","quote_2_odi":"11651083","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a significant oil leak. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, the contact noticed that a significant amount of oil was leaking onto the ground","quote_3_odi":"11207655","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SUFFERED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE AT 47,000 MILES AND REQUIRES AND ENTIRE NEW ENGINE. IT WAS DIAGNOSED BY BMW, WHO COULD NOT COME TO A CONCLUSION AS TO THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. BMW WILL NOT WARRANTY THE REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"bmw-428i-2014-wiring-harness-burn","label":"Wiring harness burning and electrical short circuit","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11445374","quote_1_text":"Passenger brake light harness keeps melting. This is my second Bmw and both had the same problem. The car keeps having loss of power while driving on the freeway. Probably something to do with fuel pump","quote_2_odi":"11374328","quote_2_text":"WHILE IGNITION WAS ON, LEFT QUARTER TAIL LIGHT WIRING HARNESS PIGTAIL BURNT (SHORT CIRCUITED). LEFT BRAKE LIGHT AND TURN SIGNAL DON'T WORK","quote_3_odi":"11654719","quote_3_text":"While driving approximately 65 -70 MPH, the contact noticed a burning plastic odor coming from the front-end of the vehicle into the cabin","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes and warning faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11210005","quote_1_text":"THE REAR DOOR WAS TOTALLY DESTROYED AND THE GLASS SHATTERED. THERE APPEARS TO BE FRAME DAMAGE AT THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR. THE SIDE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. I SUSTAINED INJURIES BECAUSE OF THIS SAFETY FEATURE NEVER DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11156006","quote_2_text":"I WAS T BONED BY ANOTHER DRIVER AND MY AIRBAG DIDNT DEPLOY. MY CAR WAS GOING APPROX 20MPH AND THE OTHER VEHICLE OVER 60MPH. STRUCK DIRECTLY IN CENTER OF CAR ON PASSENGER SIDE AND ONLY TH PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW AIRBAG WAS THE ONLY ONE TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11288873","quote_3_text":"I BROUGHT MY CAR IN AFTER A FAULTY AIRBAG LIGHT WENT OFF. WAS NOTIFIED BY BMW THAT THE SEAT SENSOR WAS FAULTY CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO SHUT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-coolant-pump-recall-overheat","label":"Engine coolant pump failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11624758","quote_1_text":"The water pump electrical connector on my 2015 BMW 428i failed, as identified in Recall Campaign No. 24V-608. This defect caused repeated engine overheating, leading to damage to the oil pan gasket and valve cover gaskets","quote_2_odi":"11679826","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the messages \"Engine Overheated\" and \"Please Pull Over\" were displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11643733","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that an abnormal oil burning odor was coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light became illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-door-lock-sticking","label":"Interior door handle lock sticking","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11440588","quote_1_text":"The door locks have become ‘sticky’. This means that when pulling on the interior door release handle, the lock is moving to a stuck position that is not permitting egress","quote_2_odi":"11511436","quote_2_text":"At first the problem was intermittent - less than 5% of the time. Recently, it is up to over 50% of time","quote_3_odi":"11208137","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL REMAIN LOCKED WHEN TRYING TO OPEN FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. AT THE TIME THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WAS PARKED, OFF, AND I WAS ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO A GROCERY STORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-ebrake-cable-clip-failure","label":"Emergency brake cable clip failure near driveshaft","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11544273","quote_1_text":"The plastic clip supporting the emergency brake line clip failed resulting in the emergency brake line guide resting on the drive shaft. This could cause a complete failure of the emergency brake","quote_2_odi":"11537387","quote_2_text":"Parking brake cable retainer clip that extends above the driveshaft all the way to the rear wheels has broken and now cable scrapes against drive shaft causing a loud unpleasant concerning grinding noise when accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11552395","quote_3_text":"There is a ebrake bracket made of plastic underneath the car but that sits above the drive train running from the front to the back parallel to the drivetrain. It's not protected by a heat shield and is only made of thin plastic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-sudden-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11149875","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING OVER 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING IN THE MIDDLE LANE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS COASTING TO THE SIDE OF ROAD, IT DRASTICALLY DECELERATED AND LOST POWER, WHICH MADE IT EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER","quote_2_odi":"10865500","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS UNABLE TO RESTART. THE CONTACT HAD TO TOW THE VEHICLE MORE THAN ONCE DUE TO THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11176166","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT WARNING. THAT CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO TURN OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE IN ORDER FOR IT TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"428i","model_slug":"428i","cluster_id":"428i-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11449931","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway with no cars around me and my sunroof exploded outward","quote_2_odi":"11078233","quote_2_text":"EXPLOSION OF SUNROOF WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ANY APPARENT REASON. WAS NOT DRIVING UNDEE ANY OVERPASS AND I DIDN'T SEE ANY OBJECTS HITTING THE CAR. HEARD A BIG BOOM AND SUDDENLY I WAS COVERED IN GLASS FROM THE SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/428i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"435i","model_slug":"435i","cluster_id":"bmw-435i-2014-charge-pipe-failure","label":"Charge pipe separation causing loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11020477","quote_1_text":"2014 435I, CHARGE PIPE BROKE LEAVING ME WITH NO POWER. CARS BEHIND ME HAD TO BRAKE TO AVOID HITTING ME AS I TRIED TO ACCELERATE ONTO AN ONRAMP","quote_2_odi":"10990652","quote_2_text":"CHARGE AIR PIPE FOR TURBO EXPLODED AT 30K MILES, COMPLETE SHUTDOWN ON HWY INTO PROTECT MODE LOST ALL POWER","quote_3_odi":"11186393","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 435I. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/435i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"435i","model_slug":"435i","cluster_id":"bmw-435i-2014-engine-hydrolock","label":"Engine hydrolock after driving through standing water","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10726582","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 435I. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH OVER A PUDDLE OF WATER, THE WATER SEEPED INTO THE ENGINE AND CAUSED IT TO STALL","quote_2_odi":"10692057","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A MAJOR DESIGN FLAW ON THE BMW 435I 2014 TO PEOPLE WHO LIVE WHERE THERE IS RAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/435i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"435i","model_slug":"435i","cluster_id":"bmw-435i-2014-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11640844","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 435I. The contact stated that while driving uphill at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer","quote_2_odi":"10885947","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 435I. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH ON A TWO LANE ROAD DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11306631","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 BMW 435XI STALLS ON WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT WARNING. THE SAME ISSUE WAS REPORTED ON NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V189000 FOR MY VEHICLE MODEL AND YEAR. WHEN I INPUT MY VIN FOR THE RECALL, THE FUEL PUMP ISSUE ISN'T SHOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/435i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-coolant-warning-stall","label":"Low-coolant warning light before engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10762823","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT AROUND 50-60 MILES PER HOUR, THE ENGINE LOW COOLANT WARNING LAMP CAME ON AND INSTRUCTED ME TO GO IMMEDIATELY TO THE NEAREST BMW DEALER FOR SERVICE IN ORDER TO AVOID ENGINE DAMAGE. I WENT TO DEALER AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM. AT THE TIME OF THIS","quote_2_odi":"10594058","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 528I BMW AND WITHIN MONTHS I HAD A COOLANT SIGNAL INDICATING LOW COOLANT. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE COOLANT SIGNAL CAME ON EVERY SIX WEEKS, DESPITE HAVING IT TOPPED OFF AT DEALERSHIP. CAR HAD INADEQUATE POWER AND FELT LIKE IT DRAGGED. BMW SERVICE CENTER REPEATEDLY","quote_3_odi":"10882502","quote_3_text":"THIS MALFUNCTION LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON SINCE I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE. IT IS EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING BECAUSE EVERY TIME I HAVE THAT THIS CAR SERVICED THEY HAVE NEVER TRULY FIXED THE PROBLEM. IT MAY STOP FOR A MOMENT AND THEN ANY RANDOM DAY IT WILL GIVE ME THIS WARNING AS YOU SE IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall parts backorder","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11044946","quote_1_text":"IN-TANK FUEL PUMP SAFETY RECALL - NO. 16V-746, LAST UPDATED 10/13/2016. I ATTEMPTED TO GET THIS RECALL ACCOMPLISHED AFTER RECEIVING A LETTER FROM BMW IN MAR 2017 THAT THE PARTS WERE AVAILABLE AND TO CONTACT MY LOCAL DETAILER FOR THE REPAIRS. I SCHEDULED THE REPAIRS AT BMW","quote_2_odi":"10995779","quote_2_text":"STILL NO RESOLUTION TO THE SAFETY RECALL ISSUED DECEMBER 2016","quote_3_odi":"10908011","quote_3_text":"I JUST HAD FUEL SUPPLY PROBLEM WITH MY 2011 BMW 528I. MY WIFE DROVE THE VEHICLE TO WORK AND LEFT IT PARKED IN THE MORNING. WHEN SHE WANTED TO GO FOR LUNCH, THE CAR WOULD NOT START ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE CRANKED AND THE BATTERY WAS FINE. THE ONBOARD SYSTEM DISPLAYED THE FUEL SUPPLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-pcv-heater-recall-delay","label":"PCV heater recall parts backorder","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11084228","quote_1_text":"PVC POSSIBLE OVERHEATING CAUSING A FIRE , RECALLED BUT BMW SAY THEY DON'T HAVE A FIX SINCE OCTOBER 2017","quote_2_odi":"11065995","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 528I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE","quote_3_odi":"11057091","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 528I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V683000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-steering-pull-right","label":"Electric power steering pull to the right","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10348650","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2011 BMW 535I ON 06/23/10. THE CAR HAD LESS THAN 1 MILE ON THE ODOMETER. AS I PULLED OFF THE DEALER?S LOT, I NOTICED THAT THE CAR HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TOOK IT IN THE NEXT DAY TO FIX IT. THEIR EQUIPMENT SHOWED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_2_odi":"10349801","quote_2_text":"BRAND NEW 2011 BMW 550I, CAR PULLS HARD TO THE RIGHT, CAR IS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGH SPEEDS, PROBLEM IS CONSTANT, CARS HONK AT ME SOMETIMES WHEN DRIVING NEXT TO ME BECAUSE THE CAR SWERVES BACK AND FORTH UNCONTROLLABLY. TOOK TO BMW AND THEY CONFIRMED PROBLEM BUT SAID THEY","quote_3_odi":"10373873","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 BMW 528I PULLED HARD TO THE RIGHT THE DAY I DROVE IT OFF THE DEALER'S LOT. THE CAR REMAINS IN THE DEALER'S SHOP. IT HAS HAD TWO WHEEL ALIGNMENTS AND A SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD. I HAVE DRIVEN IT AFTER THE WORK WAS PERFORMED AND IT CONTINUES TO WANT TO PULL RIGHT. THE VEHICLE HAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-throttle-lag","label":"Acceleration hesitation and throttle lag from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10424031","quote_1_text":"CAR DOES NOT RESPOND TO TIP-IN OF ACCELERATOR FROM STANDSTILL. AS YOU PRESS HARDER TO GET INTENDED ACCELERATION, CAR LURCHES FORWARD DRAMATICALLY AND UNSAFELY. VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE SMOOTHLY, ESPECIALLY IN CLOSE, STOP-AND-GO TRAFFIC. CONTACTED LOCAL DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"10419477","quote_2_text":"BMW 528I THROTTLE LAG/TIP IN/DELAYED ACCELERATION FROM A STANDING STOP;CONSTANT PROBLEM;HAVE BEEN TOLD BY BMW DEALER THAT THIS IS NORMAL.IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND AM FEARFUL IT COULD LEAD TO SAFETY ISSUE.THIS IS A BRAND NEW 2011 MODEL WITH LESS THAN 500 MILES ON ODOMETER. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10683169","quote_3_text":"THERE IS HESITATION OR DELAY WITH THIS VEHICLE UPON INITIAL ACCELERATION AND WHEN IT FINALLY DOES ACCELERATE IT ALMOST GIVES YOU WHIP LASH. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU ARE AT INTERSECTION AND UNABLE TO PROCEED THROUGH IT INITIALLY AND THEN YOU ACCELERATE AT A SIGNIFICANT RATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Goodyear run-flat tire sidewall bubbles","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2012-06","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10442186","quote_1_text":"CREATION OF BUBBLE IN SIDEWALL OF GOODYEAR RUN FLAT 19INCH ALL SEASON TIRE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10424039","quote_2_text":"ORIGINAL VEHICLE EQUIPMENT ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SPORT PACKAGE OR M-PACKAGE; TIRE SIZE: 245/40/19 FAILURE OF MULTIPLE TIRES MANUFACTURED BY GOOD YEAR. TIRE BRAND: LS2 RUN FLAT, ALL SEASON TIRES. TWO FRONT TIRES FORMED \"BUBBLES\" ON THE OUTSIDE; AS A RESULT VEHICLE VIBRATES AT","quote_3_odi":"10409006","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2011 BMW 550I XDRIVE AND HAVE HAD FOUR OF MY TIRES GO BUST WITHIN THE LAST FEW MONTHS. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 10600 MILES ON THE CLOCK. THE TIRES ARE GOODYEAR EAGLE 245/40 VR19 'RUN FLAT' TIRES. ON FOUR DIFFERENT OCCASIONS I HAVE HIT RELATIVELY MINOR POTHOLES. THE RUN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2011-vanos-bolt-stall","label":"VANOS timing-bolt fracture and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11699975","quote_1_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding the recall work performed on my 2011 BMW 528i for the VANOS bolt safety recall. The recall notice stated the vehicle was unsafe to drive until repaired. I arranged towing to Jackie Cooper BMW in Edmond, Oklahoma because of this safety warning","quote_2_odi":"11569106","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH in a parking lot, the vehicle shutoff inadvertently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was","quote_3_odi":"11463701","quote_3_text":"SUBJECT: Recall Campaign 14V-176: N51, N52K and N52T Engine – Replace VANOS Gear Bolts, (This Service Information bulletin supersedes SI B11 07 14 dated September 2014). My 2011 BMW 528i has around 279000KM and Vanos Gear bolts are broken that Could Lead to Engine Stall and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11316953","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE JUST KILLED AS I WAS DRIVING IT. I GOT AN FUEL SYSTEM ERROR CODE AS WELL AS A DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION ERROR WHEN ACCELERATING. ALTHOUGH THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2012 528I FUEL PUMP THAT WAS DEEMED TO BE THE CULPRIT OF THIS PROBLEM, BMW IS SAYING MY CAR WASN'T A PART OF","quote_2_odi":"11130296","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE STALLED AND COMPLETELY TURNED OFF. I LOST POWER STEERING AND THE ABILITY TO USE MY BREAKS. I LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR. I CAME TO A STOP IN THE INTERSECTION OF TWO STREETS WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 45 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10627123","quote_3_text":"DRIVING IN THE HOV AT APPROXIMATELY 9PM WHEN AN ALERT MESSAGE \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION, DRIVE MODERATELY\" DISPLAYS. CAR ENGINE IMMEDIATELY CUTS OUT AND WE HAVE NO PROPULSION. WE ARE UNABLE TO MOVE TO A SAFE LOCATION AND WIND UP ON A NARROW SHOULDER OF THE LIE IN NY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing failure and oil leaking into coolant","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10917502","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUTTER AND THE ENGINE OIL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. UPON STOPPING AND CHECKING UNDER THE HOOD, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE PLASTIC OIL FILTER HOUSING FRACTURED AND SPILLED ALL OVER THE ENGINE AND INTO THE","quote_2_odi":"10662405","quote_2_text":"LAST MONTH MY CAR WAS APPROXIMATELY 52,200 MILES (OUT OF WARRANTY) AND LEAKING OIL ALL OVER MY DRIVEWAY AND UNDER THE HOOD. IT COST ME $1570 TO FIX BY REPLACING THE FITER CASING","quote_3_odi":"11624225","quote_3_text":"While driving error message came up on screen saying add a quart of oil, car was smoking and engine block caught fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-passenger-seat-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor and airbag warning fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11097681","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 528I. WHENEVER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (CENTER BMW, 5201 VAN NUYS BLVD, SHERMAN OAKS, CA 91401) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAT SENSOR","quote_2_odi":"11208241","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SEAT SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE/NOT WORKING EVEN THOUGH THE CAR HAS ONLY 25,000 MILES. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THERE ARE SO MANY OWNERS HAS SIMILAR ISSUE WITH THIS DESIGN","quote_3_odi":"11441192","quote_3_text":"I had been having problems with my seatbelt alarm coming on for a while with nothing in the seat of the passenger and then as I was trying to turn in to park I heard a click from my steering wheel as if it didn’t want to turn and the driver seat restraint malfunction error","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-timing-chain-oil-pump-failure","label":"Timing chain guide and oil pump chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11474223","quote_1_text":"Picked up from a stop light no aggressive but normally and a few seconds after going around 20-30ish mph the car stalls and goes into neutral. I was really confused and panicking of what happened, the cars behind me almost crashed into me and I was trying to manage to pull the","quote_2_odi":"11451630","quote_2_text":"I own bmw 528i 2012. These engines are straight up bad. Timing chain failed at 149K miles with no signs of failure. Just driving down the road when suddenly the car just turns off and goes into neutral on its own","quote_3_odi":"11302908","quote_3_text":"MY 2012 BMW 528I STALLED TWICE 2 WKS AGO WHEN I WAS SLOWING DOWN AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THE DISPLAY SHOWED EITHER \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION\" OR \"TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION\". IMMEDIATELY I TURNED ON THE HAZARD LIGHTS, SLOWLY CHANGED LANES SLOWLY AND COME TO A HALT, BY WHICH THE WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and rapid deflation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10534315","quote_1_text":"BMW 550XI, NORMAL DRIVING, TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR CAME ON, CAR BECAME UNSTABLE. PARKED VEHICLE AND OBSERVED LARGE BUBBLE IN FRONT RIGHT TIRE SIDEWALL HAD SPLIT, CAUSING RAPID DEFLATION","quote_2_odi":"10520720","quote_2_text":"THREE TIRE BUBBLES, FIRST AT 11,000 MILES, TWO MORE AT 12,000. ORIGINAL TIRES ON BMW 535XI SPORT. \"GOODYEAR EAGLE LS-2 RUNONFLAT\" 245/40R19 BMW QUICKLY REPLACED FOUR TIRES WITH MICHELIN, AT PRORATED COST, SO THEY KNOW THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10482194","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550IX EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE P245/40/R19. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AN ALERT ON HIS DASHBOARD ILLUMINATED INSTRUCTING HIM THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN MORE THAN 50 MILES AS THE TIRE WAS GOING FLAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2012-water-pump-overheat","label":"Water pump connector failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11678095","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], the water pump's electrical plug connector became defective, ultimately putting myself and [XXX] son in a dangerous situation. While on the highway coming home from work/daycare, the car overheated rapidly, my car started slowing down in the middle of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11646791","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System). The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was condensation underneath the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11628884","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 528i. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle was started, however, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated the vehicle eventually started","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2013-airbag-steering-warning","label":"Airbag warning light tied to steering column fault","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11176038","quote_1_text":"WHEN MAKING TURNS I HEAR A CLICKING NOISE. GOING INTO TURN AND COMING OUT OF TURN NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM THE STEERING WHEEL ITSELF. THIS HAPPENS ONLY WHEN MAKING TURNS ANYWHERE","quote_2_odi":"10965855","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 BMW HORN WENT OUT A WEEK AGO, I PAID ALMOST 300 DOLLARS TO HAVE IT FIX AND MY BRAKE FLUID CHANGED. A WEEK LATER MY HORN WENT OUT AGAIN ONCE MY DRIVER RESTRAINT SYSTEM LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"10887855","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 528I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED SEVERE BRUISES TO BOTH ARMS AND LEGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2013-cooling-recall-delay","label":"Engine cooling recall unrepaired due to parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11680731","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated that after driving and parking the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated the burning odor occurred frequently","quote_2_odi":"11628779","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11633687","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the engine and entering the cabin through the vents. The engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2013-door-lock-actuator","label":"Driver door lock actuator malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11064802","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE AND/OR ACTUATOR FAILS AND DOES NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE WITHOUT PRESSING THE ELECTRIC BUTTON ON THE DASH TO UNLOCK ALL DOORS","quote_2_odi":"10929611","quote_2_text":"I HAVE AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK WHERE AT RANDOM TIMES (ABOUT 2X PER MONTH) THE DOORS MAKE A RATCHETING SOUND LIKE THE MOTOR IS TRYING TO LOCK AND UNLOCK DOOR IN VERY QUICK SEQUENCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2013-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight assembly water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11442309","quote_1_text":"headlights faulty module no longer sealed and taking water water making all components in the headlights malfunction to repair this issue costing me 2,800.00 for ONE HEADLIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11359895","quote_2_text":"CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHTS, COMMON IN THE VEHICLE WITH NOW FIX. WATER SEEPS THROUGH AND DESTROYS ELECTRONICS, INCLUDING LEVELING, ADJUSTING, AND TURN SIGNALS","quote_3_odi":"11348574","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 528I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER ENTERED THE HEADLIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2013-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11207240","quote_1_text":"ENGINE IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WITH NO WARNING. THE CAR WENT INTO NEUTRAL STATING TO GET TO A SAFE AREA, WHICH I WAS ABLE TO DRIFT TO. ONCE THE CAR STOPPED IT SWITCHED TO PARK. I TRIED TO RESTART THE ENGINE BUT IT WOULD NOT TURN","quote_2_odi":"11113629","quote_2_text":"CAR WITH ONLY 69518 MILES ON IT EXPERIENCED CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE IN MOVING TRAFFIC. VEHICLE OWNER HAD TO NAVIGATE CAR OUT OF MOVING TRAFFIC WHILE TRYING TO TURN. DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR OWNER AND OTHER DRIVERS ON THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11030495","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION INDICATOR CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WAS VIBRATING. THE TIMING CHAIN WAS STRETCHED AND THE GUIDES CAME APART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-door-lock-actuator","label":"Door lock actuator and latch malfunctions","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11662183","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the passenger’s side front and rear door lock actuators were malfunctioning","quote_2_odi":"11662184","quote_2_text":"Dear BMW Customer Service, I am writing to report a serious issue with my 2014 BMW xDrive 528i regarding the malfunction of the door locking system. Component/System Failure: Both the front and rear door actuators have failed simultaneously, causing the door locks to stop working","quote_3_odi":"11072247","quote_3_text":"UNABLE TO EXIT VEHICLE ON DRIVER SIDE WHEN CAR IS STOPPED AND ENGINE IS OFF. ELECTRONIC DOOR LOCKS WON'T UNLOCK. HAD TO CLIMB OUT PASSENGER SIDE WHICH IS NOT EASY AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-engine-smoke-fire","label":"Engine bay smoke, fire, and overheating incidents","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11664013","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the electrical discharge warning light illuminated and the contact noticed fire coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire","quote_2_odi":"11664247","quote_2_text":"Electrical water pump cause car to catch fire. Car was on fire","quote_3_odi":"11643746","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact stated that a neighbor knocked on the door and informed the contact that the vehicle was on fire. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling and hesitation","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11472040","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was decelerating independently. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate properly and was jerking while driving. The contact pulled to the side of the road safely","quote_2_odi":"11464623","quote_2_text":"while driving on highway at 65 mph the vehicle electrical system began to go haywire and the power steering and brakes both stopped functioning making it impossible to control vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11520972","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated that upon acceleration from a stop or after the vehicle was parked, the engine delayed 10 to 15 seconds before accelerating as needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-headlight-water-fire","label":"Headlight housing water intrusion and fire","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11534496","quote_1_text":"I parked my car in the garage and 15 minutes later my garage is up in flames.The fire department did an investigation then came to the conclusion that the fire started from my cars front passenger side headlamp area","quote_2_odi":"11649476","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528i. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed water build-up in the driver's side headlight housing. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the failure was confirmed","quote_3_odi":"11508781","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact stated that the driver’s side daytime running light was inoperable due to water and condensation inside the light housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-n20-engine-failure","label":"N20 engine failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11462744","quote_1_text":"2014 BMW 528i N20 engine failure at 70K miles. My wife was driving on a divided highway and had just tried to accelerate to change lanes. Without warning or any warning lights, the engine died and she was able to coast nearly off road","quote_2_odi":"11499499","quote_2_text":"I purchased the used BMW from a very reputable dealership May 2021. Last week, I was driving the car and all of the dashboard lights went on suddenly. The car began to buck and I pulled over immediately. I had the car towed to the local BMW dealership","quote_3_odi":"11667779","quote_3_text":"While on [XXX] the car suddenly shows low engine oil. The car was driving from Fremont, CA to Los Angeles on Friday [XXX]. Then, coming back to Fremont, CA from LA on Sat. [XXX] It happened after [XXX] to [XXX] , warning light showed low engine oil. Stopped the car at safe place","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 24V608000 parts unavailability and repair delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11661874","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11640820","quote_2_text":"HAD TO GET ENGINE SERVICED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE I'VE RECEIVED TO RECALL LETTER. PAID OUT OF POCKET 4 TIMES FOR THE SAME ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11633106","quote_3_text":"The manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"528i-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11308385","quote_1_text":"ON MY MORNING COMMUTE ON THE HIGHWAY (APPROX 70-75 MPH) I HEARD A LOUD BANG RIGHT ON TOP OF THE CAR, AS IF A CINDER BLOCK HAD BEEN DROPPED STRAIGHT FROM ABOVE","quote_2_odi":"10760597","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON FREEWAY, WITH A LOUD NOISE, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED INTO PIECES. THE WEATHER OUT WAS LITTLE WARM BUT NOT HOT (THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WILL BE AROUND 90 F)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-coolant-pump-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire from coolant pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11716235","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528i. The contact stated that while his vehicle was parked, the coolant pump connector caught on fire, which was connected to a after market Coolant pump. The failure experienced was a localized electrical fire that originated at the coolant pump","quote_2_odi":"11635553","quote_2_text":"My son was driving and stated that the car started to overheat and then decided to pull to the side of the road. He and his brother sat in the car for approximately 2-3 minutes and his girlfriend heard a crackling noise. I told them to check what the error message was on the","quote_3_odi":"11746090","quote_3_text":"the vehicle was driven for approximately 30 minutes, operating with zero dashboard warnings or performance indicators. The vehicle was then parked on my property and turned off completely. Approximately two hours and thirty minutes later, the vehicle spontaneously ignited while","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-coolant-pump-recall-parts","label":"Engine coolant pump recall repair unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11680759","quote_1_text":"This recall has been open for over a year, yet every BMW dealer I have contacted has refused to perform the repair, citing a lack of available parts. I have contacted multiple authorized BMW service centers during this time, and all have confirmed that they cannot complete the","quote_2_odi":"11637271","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, a RED message that “Engine Overheating” was displayed and to pull over to prevent engine damage. The contact immediately pulled to the side of the road. The contact stated that upon resuming driving, a","quote_3_odi":"11683691","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-door-lock-handle-failure","label":"Door lock and handle mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11166475","quote_1_text":"SAFETY ISSUE: DOOR CAN NOT BE LOCK/UNLOCK MANUALLY AND ONLY ELECTRONICALLY. BMW IS NOT WILLING TO FIX IT. THIS VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE DURING TIME OF EMERGENCY ONE CAN NOT UNLOCK THE CAR AND GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11505100","quote_2_text":"Driver side front door handle/actuator freezes in cold weather. Door will not open from inside or outside. This is a safety issue as it could trap a person inside. This seems to be a problem with the cables that connect the handles to the mechanism itself, not the actual door","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight housing water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact stated that there was water accumulated inside the passenger’s side headlight assembly, causing the daytime running light to become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the headlight","quote_2_odi":"11656298","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 528I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side headlight flickered, and the contact pulled over to the side of the road and discovered that the headlight housing was full of water. The failure had occurred on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-sudden-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10924250","quote_1_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2016. MY 2015 BMW 528I VEHICLE HAD A DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION. THE CAR DIED ON THE 95NORTHBOUND AND I WAS IN THE SPEEDLANE IN MOTION GOING OVER 70 MILES AN HOUR AND THE CAR WHEN INTO A DEAD STOP AND ALMOST CAUSED OVER A 30 CAR PILEUP. I WAS ALMOST KILLED! THIS CAR","quote_2_odi":"11677131","quote_2_text":"The car shut down by itself while driving. It went from 30 miles/hour to complete stop in 20 feet. I could not put the car in neutral. Any attempts to restart the engine caused smoke to come out of the hood. I had the car towed to the dealer/service. Service told me the engine","quote_3_odi":"11700340","quote_3_text":"engine light stays on. had it looked at by mechanic. told the issue is the valtronic actuator. car cuts off when idling. starts back up and drives, when I come to a stop light/stop sign car cuts off again. have contacted BMW North America and a dealership, keep getting the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528i","model_slug":"528i","cluster_id":"bmw-528i-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11089144","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW 528I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE THAT SOUNDED LIKE AN EXPLOSION INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF HAD SHATTERED WITHOUT IMPACT. THE","quote_2_odi":"11162007","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND HAD GLASS RAIN DOWN ON ME FROM MY JUST EXPLODED SUNROOF. I THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE FROM A ROCK BEING EJECTED FROM THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME BUT I FOLLOWED THE TRUCK UNTIL THEY STOPPED AND THEIR LOAD WAS EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"11384985","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 26 IN CHARLESTON, SC ON CHRISTMAS DAY. LIGHT TRAFFIC, BEAUTIFUL DAY. WITH NO WARNING, WE HEARD A LOUD CRASH, ALMOST AN EXPLOSION, FROM THE ROOF OF OUR CAR. VERY STARTLING BUT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE STEERING AND GET OFF THE ROAD. GOT OUT OF THE CAR AND SAW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/528i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"bmw-528xi-2012-airbag-restraint-malfunction","label":"Passenger airbag restraint system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11603174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 528XI. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact","quote_2_odi":"11629583","quote_2_text":"passenger restraint system malfunction warning, many owners have compalined about this, bmw has not issued any recalls but this seams to be a common issue","quote_3_odi":"11405598","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. LIGHT WILL NOT GO OUT. DEALERSHIP BMW OF STERLING IN STERLING VA SAYS PASSENGER SENSOR MAT HAS TO BE REPLACED AS AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"bmw-528xi-2012-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel supply failure while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10991865","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL PUMP SUDDENLY FAILED AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS LUCKY TO BE ABLE TO GET OVER TO THE SHOULDER BEFORE THE CAR QUIT COMPLETELY. IF I HAD STOPPED IN THE LANE I AM SURE I WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT BY SOMEONE GOING 65 MILES/","quote_2_odi":"11102128","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 528XI. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE \"FUEL SUPPLY PERFORMANCE NOT AVAILABLE DRIVE MODERATELY' WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. T","quote_3_odi":"11433864","quote_3_text":"Car begin to stall on traffic, drivetrain malfunction light appeared..Took it to BMW DEALER My Fuel Pump replace with new EKP module- Which is the same recall that BMW issued in 2017 which included the Model/year vehicle that i have","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"bmw-528xi-2012-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion causing adaptive headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11559088","quote_1_text":"Issue with water penetration into adaptive headlights (sealed system) while driving lights can shut off and signals are disabled. Potential major safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11388234","quote_2_text":"SO I BOUGHT A BMW, THEN A LOT OF CONDENSATION AND WATER GOT INTO A HEADLIGHT AND IT MESSED UP THE WIRES AND MY TURN SIGNAL STOPPED WORKING. ORDERED A NEW ONE AND THE SAME THING STARTED HAPPENING, I GOT ANOTHER","quote_3_odi":"11361300","quote_3_text":"SUDDENLY THE CAR HEADLIGHT, TAILLIGHT AND BRAKE LIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE STOPPED WORKING IN MIDDLE OF NIGHT. ONLY THE RIGHT INDICATOR WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"bmw-528xi-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and camshaft failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11758059","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 528XI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle came to a stop and the Automatic START/STOP feature activated; however, the engine failed to restart. The message \"Drive Train Malfunction Erro","quote_2_odi":"11170471","quote_2_text":"AT 96,000 MILES AND 6.5 YEARS MY CAR WITH NO WARNING, THE LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR IMMEDIATELY SHUT DOWN. LUCKILY FOR ME, I WAS TRAVELING ON A ROAD WITH LITTLE TRAFFIC WHICH WAS FORTUNATE AS I USUALLY TRAVEL ON I95. I","quote_3_odi":"11255319","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 528XI. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL WINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BMW OF CATONSVILLE (6700 BALTIMORE NATIONAL PIKE, BALTIMORE, MD 21228, (844) 221-1352) WHERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"bmw-528xi-2012-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10534315","quote_1_text":"BMW 550XI, NORMAL DRIVING, TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR CAME ON, CAR BECAME UNSTABLE. PARKED VEHICLE AND OBSERVED LARGE BUBBLE IN FRONT RIGHT TIRE SIDEWALL HAD SPLIT, CAUSING RAPID DEFLATION. NO","quote_2_odi":"10520720","quote_2_text":"THREE TIRE BUBBLES, FIRST AT 11,000 MILES, TWO MORE AT 12,000. ORIGINAL TIRES ON BMW 535XI SPORT. \"GOODYEAR EAGLE LS-2 RUNONFLAT\" 245/40R19 BMW QUICKLY REPLACED FOUR TIRES WITH","quote_3_odi":"10482194","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550IX EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE P245/40/R19. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AN ALERT ON HIS DASHBOARD ILLUMINATED INSTRUCTING HIM THAT THE VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN MORE THAN 50 MILES AS THE TIRE WAS GOING FL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"528xi-2013-door-lock-malfunction","label":"Door lock actuator malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11190155","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS DOOR LOCK IS FAILING AT ONLY 40,000 MILES. WE FIRST NOTICED THIS PROBLEM WHEN WE WOULD LOCK THE CAR FROM THE KEY FOB AND NOTICED THE DOOR WOULDN'T LOCK, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR WOULD BEEP AND THE SECURITY SYSTEM WOULD ACTIVATE","quote_2_odi":"11171545","quote_2_text":"DOORS ARE GETTING LOCKDOWN SPORADICALLY EVEN AFTER YOUR CAR IS AT COMPLETE STOP AND PARKED, UNLESS YOU PRESS THE CENTRAL UNLOCK SWITCH IN THE PANEL YOU ARE LOCKED DOWN IN THE CAR, IT TOOK 15MINS FOR ME TO FIGURE OUT HOW TO UNLOCK THE DOORS AND COME OUT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"528xi-2013-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight condensation and adaptive headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11568146","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has had no accidents or front impacts but has extensive moisture/condensation build up in both front headlamp housings. I intermittently receive a \"adaptive headlight failure \"warning in cold temperatures until the vehicle warms up","quote_2_odi":"11505518","quote_2_text":"Something isn’t right with how water travels to and gets into the Front Headlights of these cars weaking the seals and damaging the multiple modules of these headlights my front passenger headlight out of nowhere started forming condensation in the headlight","quote_3_odi":"11666894","quote_3_text":"the head lights are frequently burn out although there is no break in the light covers. It is unpredictable and unsafe especially because alot of my driving is at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"528xi-2013-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain and oil pump failure causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11510806","quote_1_text":"The 2013 BMW 528xi had impeccable maintenance up to this catastrophic event. The mileage was just over 80,000 miles at the time of detonation. The four-cylinder N20's plastic timing chain guide experienced catastrophic failure upon placing the car in drive","quote_2_odi":"11244607","quote_2_text":"BMW'S WHO HAVE THE N 20 OR N26 ENGINES HAVE A TIMING CHAIN THAT HAVE A SYSTEMATIC DEFECT. MY VEHICLE HAS A N 20 ENGINE. ONCE THESE VEHICLES APPROACH 70,000 - 100,000 MILES, THE TIMING CHAIN WILL BREAK WHICH WILL CAUSE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11144518","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN FAILURE CAUSING CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. CAR DISPLAYED \"LOW OIL PRESSURE\" WARNING IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWED BY \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION\" ERROR AND SHUT DOWN ON 4 LANE HIGHWAY UNABLE TO MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"528xi","model_slug":"528xi","cluster_id":"528xi-2013-water-pump-recall-24v608","label":"Water pump recall parts delays and post-repair failures","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11662067","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11685652","quote_2_text":"My 2013 BMW 528i was serviced under recall 24V-608 (Coolant Pump Electrical Connector / DME). After the recall was marked complete, the car developed several serious failures: Coolant Pump / Connector (Recall Item) – The dealer refused to replace the coolant pump","quote_3_odi":"11759052","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 528XI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). The contact stated that due to an unrelated failure with the steering column, the vehicle was towed to a dealer for service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/528xi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535d","model_slug":"535d","cluster_id":"bmw-535d-2014-def-scr-sensor-failure","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid sensor and reservoir failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11432294","quote_1_text":"My 2014 BMW 535d has barely over 60k miles. Two weeks ago, I received a warning message after turning on the ignition stating that no diesel exhause fluid could be detected","quote_2_odi":"11432491","quote_2_text":"At 65000 miles, the SCR DEF active tank sensor went out","quote_3_odi":"11499212","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535D. The contact stated while driving out his driveway, the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535d","model_slug":"535d","cluster_id":"bmw-535d-2014-egr-cooler-valve-failure","label":"EGR cooler and valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11473377","quote_1_text":"My car is experiencing stalling and stuttering issues due to the failed EGR Cooler that's in recall","quote_2_odi":"11185076","quote_2_text":"I OWNED A 2014 535D WITH ABOUT 54,000 MILES. BMW HAS ISSUED EGR RECALL DUE TO RISK OF FIRE SINCE OCT 2018","quote_3_odi":"11426983","quote_3_text":"Don't have an accurate answer as to what component failed, but all indicators point to the EGR/AGR flap valve failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535d","model_slug":"535d","cluster_id":"bmw-535d-2014-hpfp-recall-parts-delay","label":"HPFP recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11479665","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11448587","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535D. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11480368","quote_3_text":"there is an active recall on my current vehicle. i am in california and i cannot reregister until it is completed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535d","model_slug":"535d","cluster_id":"bmw-535d-2014-hpfp-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721723","quote_1_text":"Am experiencing repeat high-pressure fuel pump (hpfp/cp4) failure on my 2014 bmw 535d","quote_2_odi":"11682345","quote_2_text":"Car stalled at 119,000 miles giving no service codes or indications of need for service","quote_3_odi":"11019802","quote_3_text":"THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM IN MY CAR FAILED AT 70MPH ON A CROWDED HIGHWAY ON 8/24/2017","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535d","model_slug":"535d","cluster_id":"bmw-535d-2014-transmission-shift-lock-stall","label":"Stall with no manual transmission override","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11109988","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A FREEWAY IN CA, THE ENGINE STALLED SUDDENLY, AND TRANSMISSION WENT INTO TO PARK WHILEI WAS IN TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10930000","quote_2_text":"ON 12/03/2016, MY 2014 BMW 535D ABRUPTLY STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, BLOCKING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10788493","quote_3_text":"I HIT A PIECE OF TRUCK TIRE DEBRIS ON I-495N IN MARLBORO MA AT NIGHT AND I WAS UNABLE TO STOP AND INSPECT FOR DAMAGE DUE TO HEAVY TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535d","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-airbag-srs-malfunction","label":"Airbag and SRS warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11386653","quote_1_text":"MY DRIVER AIRBAG HAS A MALFUNCTION BUT NO RECALL. THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A DEFORMED BAG THAT MEANS MAYBE SOMEONE HIT THE COVER / HORN WHERE THE AIRBAG IS. I'M OVER 60 YEARS OLD AND COULDN'T HIT A FLY THAT HARD","quote_2_odi":"10929229","quote_2_text":"2011 BMW S335I. CONSUMER REQUESTS PERMISSION TO DEACTIVATE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULES UNTIL REPLACEMENT PARTS BECOME AVAILABLE. *SMD","quote_3_odi":"10944203","quote_3_text":"THE SRS PASSENGER MALFUNCTION LIGHT IS TURNING ON. I'VE NOTIFIED BMW AND HAVE SHOWN THEM THAT THERE IS AN OPEN RECALL ON MY CAR BUT THEY HAVE REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE MY CAR HAS BEEN AFFECTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-cv-joint-driveshaft-failure","label":"CV joint and driveshaft failure (recall 17V067000)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11317768","quote_1_text":"2011 535I XDRIVE GT CV JOINTS ON DRIVE SHAFT FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DESTROYING THE CAR RENDERING IT UNDRIVABLE. NO RECALLS ON THIS MODEL OR THIS VIN ALTHOUGH ALL OTHER LIKE MODELS WERE ON RECALL. CAR PURCHASED AND SERVICED AT BMW DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11098636","quote_2_text":"TOOK MY 2011 BMW 535I XDRIVE WITH 68K MILES IN TO GET STATE INSPECTION AT THE BMW DEALERSHIP. I WAS TOLD IT FAILED INSPECTION BECAUSE CV BOOT WAS TORN AND THAT THRUST ROD BUSHING, AXLE AND CV BOOT NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11035448","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DRIVE TRAIN LIGHT COMES ON, MADE APPOINTMENT AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE LEFT CV JOINT BOOT WAS TORN AND LEAKING. HAD IT FIXED ON OCTOBER 2016, PAID OVER $1700","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling (recall 16V746000)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11157080","quote_1_text":"FUEL SYSTEM WAS THE ALARM ON THE CAR AND IT WON'T STAY STARTED ON MORE THAN 2 SECONDS. FINAL AFTER 4 ATTEMPTS IT WON'T START AT ALL. HAD TO GET THE VEHICLE TOWED","quote_2_odi":"10981198","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND THEN ACCELERATING , CAR GIVES ME A DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION LIGHT AND THEN INSTANTLY LOSSES ALL POWER AND CANNOT ACCELERATE ANYMORE. DANGEROUS FOR ME AND EVERYONE ELSE ON THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11010870","quote_3_text":"GAS SMELL IN INTERIOR OF VEHICLE, SERVICE NOTED THAT THERE IS GAS LEAK. THERE IS A KNOWN RECALL BUT WHEN WE CALL BMW AND THEY SAY THEY ARE PREPARED TO DO NOTHING AT THIS TIME AND WE NEED TO WAIT. WE HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR OVER 9 MONTHS NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and lighting failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11518457","quote_1_text":"Wiring in the headlight assembly is losing its insulation, allowing wires to short and headlamps to fail to operate","quote_2_odi":"11508848","quote_2_text":"Drivers side headlight has severe condensation and signal light headlights have malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11507275","quote_3_text":"Driver side headlight has an extreme condensation issue. Especially after it rains or using a car wash. The condensation leaks into the control light module , which makes the turn signal, parking lamp and the adaptive light to all fail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-throttle-lag-from-stop","label":"Throttle response lag on acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10995156","quote_1_text":"ACCELERATION DELAY FROM A STATIONARY POSITION DUE TO TURBO LAG. VEHICLE DEMONSTRATES SEVERE THROTTLE LAG RESPONSE. IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE WHEN YOU ARE REQUIRED TO CALL ON QUICK RESPONSE TO DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10434964","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A VERY NOTICEABLE DELAY WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP BEFORE POWER IS DELIVERED TO THE WHEELS. THIS HAS POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS IMPLICATIONS IN SITUATIONS WHERE THE NEED FOR POWER DELIVERY IS IMMEDIATE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10432198","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR WAS PURCHASED ON 10/7/2011 AND WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK I REPORTED A PROBLEM WITH THE TIMING STATING THE CAR SEEMS TO HAVE A LAG ON TAKE OFF FROM A STOP. SALESMAN STATED HE WAS UNAWARE OF ANY PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-tire-sidewall-bubbles","label":"Sidewall bubbles on OEM run-flat tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10442186","quote_1_text":"CREATION OF BUBBLE IN SIDEWALL OF GOODYEAR RUN FLAT 19INCH ALL SEASON TIRE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10453570","quote_2_text":"GOODYEAR EAGLE LS-2 TIRE FAILURE- BUBBLE IN SIDEWALL WITH LESS THAN 3,000 MILES ON IT. *JS","quote_3_odi":"10432636","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 BMW 535XI TIRE (245/40R-19 GOODYEAR EAGLE LS-2 RUNONFLAT BMW RUNFLAT X) NEEDED TO BE CHANGED TWICE IN ONE YEAR DUE TO BUBBLE ON TIRE WALL. I DO NOT REMEMBER GOING OVER ANY POTHOLES OR BUMPS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2011-vanos-timing-chain-stall","label":"Engine stall from VANOS bolt or timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10936091","quote_1_text":"CONTACTED THE LOCAL BMW DEALERSHIP REGARDING THE \"FAULTY VANOS BOLTS\" THEY TOLD ME THAT MY CAR IS NOT AFFECTED BY THE FAULTY BOLTS WEEK LATER CAR BROKE DOWN DUE DEFECTIVE VANOS BOLT","quote_2_odi":"10632100","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 535I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V176000 (ENGINE); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALER DID NOT PROVIDE A SPECIFIC DATE AS TO WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11055579","quote_3_text":"OUR 2011 BMW 535I EXPERIENCED A FAILURE OF THE VANOS BOLTS WHICH MADE THE CAR INOPERABLE AND REQUIRED A $5,000 REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and unexpected engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11430482","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 535i. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact waited approximately 5-10 minutes before restarting the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11205329","quote_2_text":"THE RECALL NUMBER 16V746000 ON 2012 BMW FUEL PUMP IS INSUFFICIENTLY EXECUTED BY THE MANUFACTURER AS IT DID NOT INCLUDE MY CAR (VIN #[XXX])","quote_3_odi":"11110377","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLED SUDDENLY WHILE IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET NEAR A PARKING LOT. UNABLE TO RESTART BLOCKING THE ROADWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight housing condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11506957","quote_1_text":"The headlights on the BMW 535 collect excessive amounts of condensation. If the condensation builds up, then the light does not function properly","quote_2_odi":"11473074","quote_2_text":"The front lights - water gets in impact visibility","quote_3_odi":"11397518","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHT GET CONDENSATION INSIDE WHICH REDUCES INTENSITY OF HEAD LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag sensor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, SEATS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11128255","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER RESTRAINT MALFUNCTION WARNING KEEPS POPPING UP. I'VE SPENT CLOSE TO A THOUSAND DOLLARS AT BMW DEALERSHIPS TO HAVE THE ISSUE FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11122851","quote_2_text":"THE SEAT MAT SENSOR (AIRBAG) HAS FAILED ON MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11287834","quote_3_text":"AT 72,000 MILES THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON AND IT WILL NOT RESET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-steering-pull-lock","label":"Steering pull and lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2013-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10549587","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP FOR VARIOUS PROBLEMS FROM THE MOMENT WE BOUGHT IT","quote_2_odi":"10541692","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 535I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10464642","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WILL NOT GO STRAIGHT. IT KEEPS PULLING TO THE RIGHT SIDE, MY 2012 535I HAS BEEN ALIGNED TWICE BY BMW AND CAN'T CORRECT THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-timing-chain-drivetrain","label":"Timing chain wear and drivetrain malfunction warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11696232","quote_1_text":"The N63 engine, utilized in various BMW models including the 2012 535i, has been subject to multiple customer complaints regarding premature timing chain wear and other powertrain-related issues","quote_2_odi":"11121508","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 535I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11269570","quote_3_text":"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY CAUSED BY VALVETRONIC MOTOR AND ECCENTRIC SHAFT. AT 50K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11277715","quote_1_text":"THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED COMPLETELY FROM THE INNER SIDEWALLS. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OR WARNING OF ANY ISSUES, LOW PRESSURE, NO CONTROL PANEL WARNING, PULLING ETC","quote_2_odi":"10534315","quote_2_text":"BMW 550XI, NORMAL DRIVING, TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR CAME ON, CAR BECAME UNSTABLE","quote_3_odi":"10653840","quote_3_text":"5/20/14 I84- TIRE BLOW OUT WITH GOODYEAR RUN FLATS 245/40/R19 98V ON INTERSTATE AFTER POTHOLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2012-water-pump-cooling","label":"Water pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11621488","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the engine temperature and \"Pull Over - Stop Vehicle\" warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11319019","quote_2_text":"MY COOLANT FAN IS MOVING FASTER THAN IT SHOULD BECAUSE THE WATER PUMP IS FAILING","quote_3_odi":"11176482","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 5-SERIES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXCESSIVELY OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-airbag-warning-recall","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and Takata recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10981683","quote_1_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS- BMW HAS FAILED ON SOLVED THIS RECALL IN A TIMELY MANNER EVEN THOUGH THERE IS A POTENTIALLY SAFETY RISK RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH","quote_2_odi":"11092205","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 535I. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11429530","quote_3_text":"Seat belt my driver restraint light has come on on my car there is a known safety recall on BMW takeda airbags second issue my horn has suddenly stopped working is this related to my airbag as they are in the same area of components basically","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-cooling-system-failure","label":"Cooling system water pump and thermostat failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11666052","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the engine was overheating. Additionally, the contact noticed an abnormal burning odor while driving, with smoke coming from underneath the hood while at a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11540136","quote_2_text":"Water pump failure with @32,900 miles on odometer. Cost to replace $2,800","quote_3_odi":"11267551","quote_3_text":"THERMOSTAT & WATER PUMPS FAIL ON THESE VEHICLES PREMATURELY. MANY OWNERS ARE BLOGGING ONLINE THAT THESE VEHICLES HAVE EARLY (AND FREQUENT) FAILURES WITH THERMOSTATS & WATER PUMPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-electrical-fire-smoke","label":"Electrical system smoke and fire incidents","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11700387","quote_1_text":"My 2013 BMW 535i (VIN [XXX] ) caught fire spontaneously while parked, turned off, and unoccupied on 11/18/2025 in Westbury, NY. A passerby saw smoke and called 911","quote_2_odi":"11569707","quote_2_text":"Back passenger door handle started smoking","quote_3_odi":"11312285","quote_3_text":"THE BMW HAD RUN FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES A COLD MORNING WITH THE DRIVER CAR SEAT HEATER ON. IT SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SMOKE UNTIL THE CAR WAS SHUT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10525178","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BMW 535I. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH THROUGH TWO INCHES OF WATER, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS","quote_2_odi":"10503756","quote_2_text":"ONCE AGAIN NEARLY A MONTH AFTER MY 2013 535I HAD ITS HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP REPLACED BY BMW. THE CAR DECIDES TO LOSE ALL POWER AND NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE AGAIN WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"10690684","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS LEAVING THE STOP SIGN AND ENTERING THE BUSY INTERSECTION, MY ENGINE SUDDENLY DIED. THE SECOND INCIDENT HAPPENED A FEW DAYS LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11587192","quote_1_text":"Headlight Assembly has issues with the seal and condensation can/does enter the headlight assembly rendering the functionality of the headlight as suspect","quote_2_odi":"11499233","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535I. The contact stated that the driver’s side headlamp had condensation inside the headlamp housing. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who replaced the headlamp housing","quote_3_odi":"11091108","quote_3_text":"EARLIER THIS YEAR, WATER WAS NOTICED IN THE FRONT LEFT HEADLIGHT. DEALER NOTIFIED ME THAT A SEAL WAS BROKEN AND THE UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ($2500+)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-suspension-air-spring-cv-joint","label":"Rear suspension air spring and CV joint failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11515120","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, an abnormal clicking sound was coming from the passenger’s side of the vehicle. Soon after hearing the noise, the vehicle stalled without warning","quote_2_odi":"11465264","quote_2_text":"Driver side rear air spring failure","quote_3_odi":"11093385","quote_3_text":"AIR SUSPENSION. CAR LEANED LEFT AFTER SITTING, BUT THE AIR SPRING PUMPED UP ON VEHICLE START-UP. CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO IDENTIFIED A LEAKING LEFT REAR AIR SUSPENSION SPRING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2013,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2013-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling and separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10786525","quote_1_text":"RUBBER SEPARATING AND SIDEWALL BUBBLES AT 15K -30K MILES. VEHICLE IS ADULT DRIVEN ON PAVED ROADS","quote_2_odi":"10660353","quote_2_text":"GOODYEAR 245-40R-19 TIRES ON MY 2013 BMW 535XI ARE DEFECTIVE. AT 11K MILES, I HAD TO REPLACE ONE TIRE AND THEN AT 15K I HAD TO REPLACE ANOTHER DUE TO SIDE WALL \"BUBBLING\"","quote_3_odi":"10532440","quote_3_text":"GOODYEAR EAGLE LS2 ROF TIRES. ONLY 4700 MILES ON MY 2013 BMW 535 ACTIVEHYBRID. BUBBLE ON RF TIRE, I AM THE ONLY DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-brake-steering-failure","label":"Brake and steering failure resulting in collision","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11712401","quote_1_text":"The BMW, while turning at low speed into a parking space, suddenly accelerated and the braking system failed. Airbags deployed after multiple impacts with other vehicles and a fixed object, causing serious personal injury for the driver","quote_2_odi":"10953772","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES ON MY BMW 535XI 2014, WERE REPAIRED AND THE BMW SHOP ON A SATURDAY AND BY TUESDAY, WHILE TURNING THE BRAKES AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND FAILED, CAUSING ME TO HIT ANOTHER VICHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-door-lock-trap","label":"Interior door handle failure trapping occupant","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11288006","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK WITH THE VEHICLE IN PARK, ALL OTHER DOORS DO. EVEN WITH A DOUBLE PULL IT WILL NOT OPEN. THE ONLY WAY TO OPEN IT IS USING THE CENTER DASH MOUNTED UNLOCK BUTTON. A DEFINITE SAFETY HAZARD IF YOU NEED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY","quote_2_odi":"11043975","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE, EFFECTIVELY TRAPPING THE DRIVER INSIDE. INTERMITTENT PROBLEM OCCURS WHILE STATIONARY AFTER ENGINE IS STOPPED AND VEHICLE IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"10954920","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WITH THE DOOR HANDLE. THE DOOR LOCK WAS JAMMED INTO THE LOCKED POSITION AND WOULD NOT UNLOCK WITHOUT ACTUATING THE ELECTRIC DOOR UNLOCK SYSTEM. THE DOOR COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight seal condensation causing electrical failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721523","quote_1_text":"This is a known and unaddressed issue. BMW headlight seals fail allowing condensation to build and erode electronics. Replacement costs exceed $15K and only OEM parts and BMW servicing are options","quote_2_odi":"11528217","quote_2_text":"Driver-side headlight started getting condensation last winter. Brought the car to the dealer to see if they can replace the gasket but was told that it needs to be replaced and it could cost as much as $7,000 if the module needs to be replaced as well","quote_3_odi":"11422153","quote_3_text":"1 of my headlights is currently displaying an adaptative headlamp malfunction warning error. I took my vehicle to the dealer and the resolution offered seemed more trial and error","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-hud-reflection-glare","label":"Head-up display reflection obstructing driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10626330","quote_1_text":"THE HUGE REFLECTION OF THE DASHBOARD SPEAKER AND HEADUP DISPLAY INSTRUMENT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE DRIVER WINDSHIELD FIELD OF VIEW , IS COVERING MORE THAT 60% OF THE DRIVER FIELD OF VIEW, WHICH CREATE AN VERY UNSAFE DRIVING MODE","quote_2_odi":"10585652","quote_2_text":"THE BMW 535I 2014 , WITH THE DRIVER ASSISTANT PACKAGE , HAVE A HUGE REFLECTION OF THE DRIVER HEAD UP DISPLAY GLASS FEATURE , ALONG WITH THE REFLECTION OF THE PROFILE OF THE DASHBOARD MIDDLE SPEAKER , STRAIGHT IN THE FRONT FIELD OF VIEW OF THE DRIVER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-oil-leak-engine-seizure","label":"Oil leak damaging serpentine belt and seizing engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11647235","quote_1_text":"2014 BMW 535i Oil housing filter started leaking oil into serpentine belt causing the belt to shred and snap then was sucked into the crankshaft causing the motor to seize","quote_2_odi":"11465966","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 BMW 535i. The contact stated that after receiving the vehicle back from the dealer after a collision repair, the steering wheel seized while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11511699","quote_1_text":"Exploding sunroof. While driving on a normal day no rain or bad weather on open highway I here what was like a gun shot and see glass explode upwards and out of vehicle then I hear pebbles falling on my sunroof visor. My back sunroof window exploded for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11015418","quote_2_text":"ON 12-JUL-2017 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30AM DRIVING WEST ON I-580 AT APPROXIMATELY 65-70 MPH LESS THAN 1 MILE EAST OF THE CASTRO VALLEY BLVD EXIT, IN DAILY COMMUTER TRAFFIC ON OPEN ROAD (NO OVERPASS OR OTHER STRUCTURES HANGING OVER THE ROAD) I HEARD A TREMENDOUSLY LOUD BANG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"535i-2014-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall rupture and repeat flats","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10780083","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BMW 535I. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE SIDEWALLS OF THE TIRES RUPTURED AND CAUSED NUMEROUS FLATS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10650469","quote_2_text":"WARNING ON DASH BOARD TELLING FLAT TIRE. NO SIGN OF ANY RUPTURE OR NAIL BUT END UP REPLACING IT. A SIMILAR INCIDENT ON AUGUST, SEPT AND NOW IN OCT.I STRONGLY BELIEVE THOSE RE DEFECTIVE TIRES. REPLACED FOUR TIRES IN LESS THAN A YEAR WITH REPLACEMENT COST OF $2000 PLUS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-airbag-restraint-warning","label":"Airbag and restraint system warning or deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11629139","quote_1_text":"Seatbelt light on, restraint System warning indicator on","quote_2_odi":"11573365","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message “Passenger Restraint Air Bag Malfunction\" was displayed. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11387251","quote_3_text":"DECEMBER 29TH 2020, MY WIFE WAS TURNING LEFT WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A SHOPPING MALL WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD EVEN THOUGH SHE HAD HER FOOT ON THE BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11496405","quote_1_text":"When car comes to stop and driver or left rear passenger attempts to open the door, the door will sometimes not open. It remains locked. Right side door lever, when pulled, will unlock the door and you can open","quote_2_odi":"11210462","quote_2_text":"MY 2015 BMW 535I XDRIVE WITH LESS THAN 50K MILES HAD THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR STOP WORKING. IF YOU TRIED TO OPEN THE DOOR (ONCE THE CAR WAS IN PARK, OR TURNED OFF) AND THE LOCK BUTTON WOULD COME UP AND GO BACK DOWN BUT WOULD NOT UNLOCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight water intrusion and condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11639776","quote_1_text":"1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer: The adaptive headlight system on my 2015 BMW 535i XDrive sedan has malfunctioned due to water intrusion. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. 2","quote_2_odi":"11560150","quote_2_text":"Headlight started to collect condensation, not due to any damage to the headlight itself. I understand that this will eventually lead to damage of the electronic components of the headlight because the condensation collects in the bottom of the headlight","quote_3_odi":"11510725","quote_3_text":"Myself along with thousands of other owners are having moisture build up issues inside the headlight that eventually create puddles of water that short out the headlights which is $5000 for each headlight replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-rear-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension and differential bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11321886","quote_1_text":"RECENTLY, I NOTICED MY LEFT-REAR SUSPENSION HAS BEEN FAULTY AND THIS ISSUE SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING TO A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE. THE TIRE WOULD GO ALL THE WAY INTO THE BODY OF THE CAR AND WHICH MAKES IT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE SINCE IT'S RUBBING AGAINST THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11282069","quote_2_text":"RIGHT REAR DIFFERENTIAL BUSHING STRESS CRACKING. DEALER REP STATED THAT THIS IS COMMON ON BMW 5, 6 AND 7 SERIES CARS DUE TO WEIGHT OF CARS. FAILURE COULD MAKE CAR UNSTABLE AND AFFECT HANDLING AND CONTROL. NOTED BY DEALER DURING SERVICING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-steering-system-failure","label":"Electric steering rack and steering angle sensor failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11662104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, a steering wheel image was displayed on the instrument panel. The computer then informed the contact to carefully drive the vehicle to a dealer for service","quote_2_odi":"11588276","quote_2_text":"Here is the video about how the part fails. I uploaded this video to youtube. You can pass this video to BMW, that is your prerogative, [XXX] My cars has the angle sensor error, and calling for irregular communication with other modules","quote_3_odi":"11349996","quote_3_text":"BMW HAS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH MY MAKE AND MODEL WITH THE STEERING KNUCKLE (SWIVEL BEARING) AND WHEEL BEARINGS MAKING CONTACT. THIS HAS HAPPENED NOW TO BOTH MY DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AND IT IS VERY SCARY. ONCE THEY MAKE CONTACT, THEY STAY IN CONTACT UNTIL FIXED BY THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"535i","model_slug":"535i","cluster_id":"bmw-535i-2015-water-pump-cooling-failure","label":"Water pump and engine cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11686396","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535I. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the engine overheated. The engine temperature gauge was between 250 and 300 degrees","quote_2_odi":"11637165","quote_2_text":"Water pump electrical plug not properly protected from water causing short circuit and possible fire hazard. Smell wires burning at water pump plug. It’s a known issue and actual recall on other bmw models","quote_3_odi":"11613529","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 BMW 535I. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the message that the engine was overheating was displayed, with a message to “Drive Moderately” displayed as well. The driver started to slow down and the message to turn off the engine was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/535i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"540i","model_slug":"540i","cluster_id":"540i-2017-daytime-running-light-malfunction","label":"Daytime running light malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11570336","quote_1_text":"Daytime running lights are dim or discolored. SIB 63 04 was issued acknowledging the problem, however repairs are only covered under the new vehicle warranty. In most cases, the issue occurs after the new vehicle warranty has expired","quote_2_odi":"11508279","quote_2_text":"Daytime Running Lights on the driver's side are malfunctioning. Connection between headlight housing and the daytime running lights are melted. Dealer found faults stored for headlight malfunction. They recommended replacing headlighthousing and LED module. The dealer has","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/540i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"540i","model_slug":"540i","cluster_id":"540i-2017-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11457316","quote_1_text":"The Instrument Cluster Display Shakes and goes completely black unable to know haw fast Your driving with all the system down You never know when its going to happen","quote_2_odi":"11547975","quote_2_text":"1. Airbag Light - Repaired on 9/18/23 ( cause : pass. front seat occupancy detection ) a. no explanation needed b. replaced by dealer c. warning chime and message on dash d. Labor and part cost $2380.93 2. Instrument Cluster - Repaired on 9/18/23 ( Blackout , loss of speedometer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/540i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"540i","model_slug":"540i","cluster_id":"540i-2017-passenger-seat-airbag-malfunction","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor and airbag malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11486159","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat in 2017 BMW 5 series cars have a well known and not covered fault where in a loud chiming will go off requiring the passenger seatbelt to be buckled. This chime does not stop and continues until the seat belt is buckled. There is nothing in the passengers seat","quote_2_odi":"11448893","quote_2_text":"Front Passenger Seat Malfunction - Intermittent on and off warning No risk yet but BMW road aside assist confirmed that air bag might not deploy on passenger side Vehicle inspected by Irvine BMW and warning or concerns shown, just tried to bill me without root causing the issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/540i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"540i","model_slug":"540i","cluster_id":"540i-2017-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11720421","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW 540I equipped with a Zenna Tires, Tire Line: Argus/UHP, Tire Size: 275/30/ZR20, DOT Number: 045YNAUY84924. The contact stated the driver's side rear tire was slowly deflating. The vehicle was taken to a Tire Shop, and the technician became aware of","quote_2_odi":"11516660","quote_2_text":"2017 BMW 540I. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO SIDEWALL ISSUES WITH PIRELLI RUN FLAT TIRES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/540i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-drivetrain-malfunction-stall","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10904579","quote_1_text":"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION CAR LOST POWER (NO ACCELERATION) ON THE HIGHWAY SHOCK VIOLENTLY, HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN LESS THEN A YEAR CAR DOES HAVE 70K MILES BUT THIS SHOULDN'T HAPPEN","quote_2_odi":"10764065","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 550I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING AND LOST ALL POWER. THE DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC","quote_3_odi":"10652558","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR ON MAY 6, 2015 WITH ABOUT 53K MILES ON IT. DROVE IT FOR ONLY ABOUT 45 DAYS AND WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION AND OTHER LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE CAR LOST POWER AND STOPPED IMMEDIATELY. AT FIRST, I THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY AND HAD THE CAR JUMPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-n63-oil-consumption-recall","label":"N63 engine oil consumption and recall delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11101313","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 550I. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V248000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (BMW OF ANNAPOLIS, 31 OLD","quote_2_odi":"10938827","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 5-SERIES. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE","quote_3_odi":"11152644","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE WHEN BEING USED HAS EXCESSIVE CONSUMPTION OF OIL AND OIL LEAKS. THIS PROBLEM CAUSE THE ENGINE, ENGINE TURBOS, VALVE STEMS AND SEALS AND OIL PAN SEALS TO GO BAD PRIOR TO NORMAL VEHICLE ENGINE/PART LIFE. THERE IS CURRENTLY A SETTLED CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT THAT REPLACES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11121721","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STATIONARY FOR OVER 3 HOURS, PARKED IN A PARKING LOT (WORK LOCATION) AND BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. 8-22-18; 12:30 PM. BEAVERTON, OREGON FIRE DEPARTMENT RESPONDED AND PUT FIRE OUT. SEE FIRE DEPARTMENT REPORT","quote_2_odi":"10981687","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS PARKED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE IN THE ENGINE DEPARTMENT. IT WAS AND IS A COMPLETE LOSS. IT HAD BEEN DRIVINE 30 MILES ABOUT AN HOUR BEFORE","quote_3_odi":"10456604","quote_3_text":"JUST PARKED THE VEHICLE, TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE AND SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING. EXITED THE VEHICLE, OBSERVED SMOKE FROM UNDER THE HOOD, OPENED THE HOOD AND OBSERVED FLAMES FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE ENGINE, MOSTLY ON THE TOP LEFT OF THE ENGINE NOW. CALLED THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WHO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-runflat-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Goodyear run-flat tire sidewall bubble/blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10503748","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 550X1 EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE LS2 RUN FLAT TIRES, SIZE 245/40/19. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING OVER A POTHOLE WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN WITH CAUTION AND THE DEFECTIVE TIRE WAS REPLACED. THERE HAD BEEN A","quote_2_odi":"10494820","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD 15 TIRE DEFECTS REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF !! TIRES IN 16,300 MILES OF DRIVING. THESE DEFECT RESULT IN UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITONS AND POSSIBILITY OF ACCIDENTS. THE TIRES ARE NOT CAPABLE OF SUSTAINING MINOR AND NORMAL HIGHWAY CONDITIONS. MY TIRES ARE CURRENTLY BEING","quote_3_odi":"10462117","quote_3_text":"GOODYEAR EAGLE LS TIRES SIDEWALL BUBBLES AFTER DRIVING JUST A FEW THOUSAND MILES. THIS IS THE SECOND TIRE WITH A DEFECT THAT WAS NOT CAUSED BY ANY IMPACT. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-steering-pull-right","label":"Electric power steering pull to the right","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2011-08","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10369283","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE RAN OFF OF RIGHT EDGE OF ROAD DUE TO STEERING PULLING TO THE RIGHT. RIGHT WHEELS/TIRES SUFFERED $2400 DAMAGE. TIRES/WHEELS REPLACE, ALIGNMENT DONE AND CAR STILL PULLS TO THE RIGHT. THIS IS A DEFECT FROM BMW - NUMEROUS US OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH STEERING ON","quote_2_odi":"10348650","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2011 BMW 535I ON 06/23/10. THE CAR HAD LESS THAN 1 MILE ON THE ODOMETER. AS I PULLED OFF THE DEALER?S LOT, I NOTICED THAT THE CAR HAD A HARD PULL TO THE RIGHT. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TOOK IT IN THE NEXT DAY TO FIX IT. THEIR EQUIPMENT SHOWED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"10348375","quote_3_text":"EVER SINCE I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE, I NOTICED IT PULLS TO THE RIGHT. IT CONSTANTLY PULLS TO THE RIGHT AND THE DEALER HAS NO FIX YET. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"550i-2011-throttle-tip-in-lag","label":"Throttle lag and lurch from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2011-09","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10419873","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW 528I. WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT CONTINUED APPLYING PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL UNTIL THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR","quote_2_odi":"10419477","quote_2_text":"BMW 528I THROTTLE LAG/TIP IN/DELAYED ACCELERATION FROM A STANDING STOP;CONSTANT PROBLEM;HAVE BEEN TOLD BY BMW DEALER THAT THIS IS NORMAL.IT IS VERY ANNOYING AND AM FEARFUL IT COULD LEAD TO SAFETY ISSUE.THIS IS A BRAND NEW 2011 MODEL WITH LESS THAN 500 MILES ON ODOMETER. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10418347","quote_3_text":"AFTER PURCHASING A NEW 2011 BMW 528I (VEHICLE) I NOTICED AN ACCELERATION LAG STARTING OUT FROM A DEAD STOP. IT HAS BECOME A SAFETY CONCERN, ESPECIALLY WHEN TRYING TO TURN ONTO A STREET FROM A STOP SIGN. IT CRAWLS INTO THE ROADWAY WHEN MODERATE PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE GAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"bmw-550i-2012-engine-seizure-replacement","label":"Engine seizure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11424195","quote_1_text":"Engine is available for inspection upon request. Earlier this month, my 550i completely shut off at a traffic light. When attempting to restart the engine, the Starter strained very hard and smoke came out of the engine. Engine was immediately shut off and the car was towed to a","quote_2_odi":"11016516","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550I. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS, THE ENGINE MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK AGAIN. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER A SECOND","quote_3_odi":"10633756","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 550I. THE VEHICLE STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"bmw-550i-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11399068","quote_1_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP CAUSED A FIRE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND TOTALED THE CAR WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11421987","quote_2_text":"2012 F10 had issues while running as car installed and stopped completely multiple times in traffic. Fuel supply sign came on. Diagnosed as low pressure fuel pump degraded and need replacement. Same recall took place for 2007-2011 5 series model as well via recall campaign No","quote_3_odi":"11090889","quote_3_text":"FUEL PUMP DISENGAGES WHEN THE CAR GETS TOO HOT. IT'S HAPPENED THREE TIMES FORTUNATELY EACH TIME I WAS GOING 20 MPH OR LESS. THE CAR ESSENTIALLY STALLS OUT AND AT HIGHER SPEEDS COULD BE AN ISSUE. BMW HAS MADE A FUEL PUMP RECALL BUT THE 2012 550I DID NOT QUALIFY AND I BELIEVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"bmw-550i-2012-runflat-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall bubble and failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10453410","quote_1_text":"AFTER DRIVING ONLY A FEW THOUSAND MILES THE TIRES ON THE CAR FAILED. THE TWO FRONT TIRES \"BUBBLED. WITHIN ONE MONTH AFTER, THE LEFT FRONT FAILED BY \"BLOWING\". IN THE NEXT TWO MONTHS ALL FOUR \"NEW\" TIRES FAILED, WITH THE SAME \"BUBBLING\" ISSUE. 4 MONTHS, 7 TIRES - SOMETHING IS","quote_2_odi":"10577249","quote_2_text":"REPEATED SIDEWALL BUBBLES WITH 2012 BMW 550XI GOODYEAR LS II 245/40/19 RUNFLAT TIRES. 6 TIRES NEEDING TO BE REPLACED WITHIN 33,000 MILES DUE TO SIDEWALL BUBBLES. SIGNIFICANT ISSUE ALSO APPEARS ON SOCIAL MEDIA WEBSITE (WWW.BIMMERFEST.COM) AS WELL AS INDIVIDUALS THAT I HAVE","quote_3_odi":"10532606","quote_3_text":"WE WERE TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY, HIT A SMALL POTHOLE AND IMMEDIATELY OUR LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING WENT OFF. MY HUSBAND WHO WAS DRIVING THE CAR, PULLED TO SAFE LOCATION, GOT OUT TO INSPECT THE PASSENGER FRONT TIRE TO FIND THAT THE GOODYEAR TIRE HAD ACTUALLY BLOWN OUT. WE HAD A 4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"550i","model_slug":"550i","cluster_id":"bmw-550i-2012-sudden-shutdown-drivetrain","label":"Sudden engine shutdown with drivetrain malfunction warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11542232","quote_1_text":"I was driving when the vehicle engine randomly shut down with out warning I was on the freeway at the time and could have been hit by a car. I took thr car to an auto repair shop, had the problem inspected snddiagnosed and was told the engine was faulty. I had the engine","quote_2_odi":"11440813","quote_2_text":"My car died in an intersection unexpectedly as if my battery had died. My infant was in the backseat. This was suck a busy intersection that police dept had to park behind me to keep me from being hit. The car could not be put in neutral to move it out of the way. After over an","quote_3_odi":"10895472","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 65 MPH ON A HIGHWAY UPHILL, ENGINE COMPLETELY STALLED, NO POWER, GOT A MESSAGE \"DRIVE-TRAIN MALFUNCTION, NO MAXIMUM OUTPUT, DRIVE MODERATELY\". I WAS SURROUNDED BY CARS/SEMI TRUCKS, VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION. MANAGED TO PULL OVER ON THE SHOULD. COULD NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11196811","quote_1_text":"RECEIVE A \"PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM\" FAILURE. BMW EL CAJON DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED PROBLEM AS PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SEAT MAT SENSOR","quote_2_odi":"11220935","quote_2_text":"A WARNING LIGHT FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG IS ON. BMW WANTS TO CHARGE ME $1500 TO REPLACE THE FAULTY AIRBAG. HOW CAN IT BE DAMAGED IF IT'S NEVER BEEN USED? HOW IS THIS REPAIR MY RESPONSIBILITY?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-aux-water-pump","label":"Auxiliary water pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10991753","quote_1_text":"WHILE GRADUALLY ACCELERATING, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (BMW OF EASTERN NORTH) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRIC AUXILIARY WATER PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11101170","quote_2_text":"PRIOR TO RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE BY MAIL, MY CAR'S INSTRUMENT PANEL REGISTERED THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE WHILE DRIVING AND ON COLD STARTUP: \"ENGINE TEMPERATURE HIGH, DRIVE MODERATELY...\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-brake-rotor-judder","label":"Brake rotor warping and pedal judder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11058319","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES PRESENT WITH A VIBRATION OR \"JUDDER\" (AS DESCRIBED BY BMW) ON APPLICATION AT ALL SPEEDS. THE VIBRATION INCREASES AT HIGHER SPEEDS - THUS THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. THIS WAS A RESULT OF ROTOR WARPING UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS (ALL 4 ROTORS AND PADS???? - THIS IS","quote_2_odi":"10853540","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-fuel-pump-injector","label":"Fuel pump and injector failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11109650","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11101836","quote_2_text":"A FEW MONTHS AGO THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DISPLAY \"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION\" ON THE SCREEN WHILE SHAKING WITH A HORRIBLE ODOR OF FUEL. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD ALL OF THE FUEL INJECTORS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-n63-oil-consumption","label":"N63 engine excessive oil consumption and smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11365320","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL ODOR APPEARED INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED BLACK EXHAUST COMING FROM THE TAILPIPE. THE CONTACT THAT THAT THE OIL TUBE WAS REFILLED EVERY 80 TO 100 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11228955","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, SEVERAL COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE LEAKED, INCLUDING THE OIL. ALSO, THE CHECK OIL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11184323","quote_3_text":"CAR BURNS OIL AND SMELLS OF ENGINE COOLANT DURING OPERATION AND WHILE AT IDLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-n63-stall-power-loss","label":"N63 engine stalling and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11500126","quote_1_text":"While at complete stop engine shut off with no warning lights on dash board. BMW dealer related they do not know what is wrong with engine","quote_2_odi":"11310650","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON HIGHWAY 20 WEST MY ENGINE LOSS ALL POWER MAKING MY CAR SLOW COMPLETELY DOWN. I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND I HAD TO MOVE OVER TWO LANES TO GET TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY. ONCE MY CAR STOPPED THE CAR PUT ITS SELF IN PARK AND WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO SELECT","quote_3_odi":"10749268","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE ENGINE (N63) LOSES POWER WHILE IN OPERATION AND GOES INTO A DRIVETRAIN FAILURE MODE REDUCING ENGING POWER SUBSTANTIALLY. THIS IS A RECURRING PROBLEM IN THE CAR. BMW IS AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND HAS TAKEN THE CAR IN TO REPAIR IT 3 TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-seat-belt-retractor","label":"Front seat belt failure to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11489137","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that both the front driver and front passenger seat belts would fail to retract upon disengagement. The contact stated that the seat belts would need to be pushed back manually into place by the occupants after use","quote_2_odi":"10649902","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SAFETY SEAT BELTS FAILED TO RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO REPLACED THE SEAT BELTS BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"650i","model_slug":"650i","cluster_id":"bmw-650i-2012-seat-heater-fire","label":"Seat heater smoke and fire","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219124","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY PASSENGER SEAT BACK BURNT MY WIFE'S BACK AND WAS SMOKING. I TURNED THE SEAT COOLING OFF AND IT STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10906182","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT HEATER WAS ACTIVATED, SMOKE AND A SMALL FIRE EMITTED FROM THE SEAT. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/650i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"750Li","model_slug":"750li","cluster_id":"bmw-750li-2012-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11701221","quote_1_text":"I went outside and started my car, locked it and came back inside to grab a few things. Approximately five minutes later someone was banging on my door and ringing the doorbell. When I answered they said they had already call the fire department. My car's engine compartment was","quote_2_odi":"10472433","quote_2_text":"DROVE CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 8:30 P.M. CAR WAS LEFT IN THE GARAGE FOR THE NIGHT. AT 3:35 A.M. WAS AWAKEN BY MY DOG AND SMELLED SMOKE, STRONGEST IN THE AREA OF THE GARAGE. ONCE EXTINGUISHED BY FIREFIGHTERS THE CAR WAS PULLED OUT. THE LEFT FRONT NUMBER, HEADLIGHT, AND ADJACENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/750li","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"750Li","model_slug":"750li","cluster_id":"bmw-750li-2012-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"High oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11339584","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE LOW COOLANT MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND HAD THE COOLANT RESERVOIR TOPPED OFF. THE CONTACT RESUMED DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11184487","quote_2_text":"WELL AT THE 60K MILE MARK THE MOTOR WAS BLOWN, COME TOO FIND OUT MANY CARS THIS SAME MODEL AND YEAR ARE HAVING SIMILAR ISSUES... THE SUSPENSION HAS BEEN CHANGED A COUPLE TIMES NOW AND THE FUEL PUMP WENT BAD... THE CAR BURNS OIL BMW SAYS THIS IS NORMAL I FIND THAT VERY HARD TO","quote_3_odi":"10692476","quote_3_text":"2012 BMW 750LI. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE HAD TO ADD OIL FREQUENTLY. *JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/750li","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"750Li","model_slug":"750li","cluster_id":"bmw-750li-2012-stall-shake-acceleration","label":"Engine stall and vibration during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10863691","quote_1_text":"WHEN ENTERING THE ON RAMP TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY. I ACCELERATED TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC AND CAR VIBRATED VIOLENTLY AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I CONTINUED TO PRESS THE ACCELERATOR BUT NOTHING HAPPENED AND A MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE DISPLAY. NOW, I'M STUCK BETWEEN THE ON RAMP AND","quote_2_odi":"10839662","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 750LI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIGOROUSLY SHAKE FROM THE FRONT. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OVER 50 MPH AND THE THERMOSTAT INDICATED 250 DEGREES. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT PARKED FOR EIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10779831","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BMW 750LI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND POWER TRAIN WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND WHITE SMOKE CAME FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/750li","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2012,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"750Li","model_slug":"750li","cluster_id":"bmw-750li-2012-tire-wheel-wear","label":"Premature tire wear and wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11376402","quote_1_text":"MY PIRELLI RUN FLAT TIES ONLY LASTED LESS THAN 8,000 MILES. THE FRONT TIRES ARE BALD! THE REAR TIRES HAVE APPROXIMATELY 3,000 MILES LEFT. UNACCEPTABLE. THIS IS NOT AN ISSUE WITH MY CAR, BUT ONLY WITH THE TIRES. I COULD NOT FIND ANYWHERE ON THIS WEBSITE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE","quote_2_odi":"10630961","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE TWO FRONT TIRES TWICE FOR BUBBLES. THE BUBBLES OCCUR WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN ROADWAY NOT POT HOLES. I HAVE NO DAMAGE TO FRONT RIMS AND MY TIRE SHOP SAID THAT IT IS A DEFECT IN THE TIRE. I ALSO HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE REAR RIM CRACKING. THIS HAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/bmw/750li","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-airbag-seatbelt-warning","label":"Airbag and seatbelt warning system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11562353","quote_1_text":"I am writing to bring to your attention a persistent issue I have been facing with my 2014 BMW i3, VIN: [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11514405","quote_2_text":"Light shows on dash for airbag. I took to the dealership and they said there was a problem and needed to be replaced. The airbag was defective","quote_3_odi":"10895727","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR WOULD FAIL TO DETECT A PASSENGER AFTER DRIVE LASTING 20 MINUTES OR MORE. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN THIS STATE BECAUSE NO FAULT CODES ARE REGISTERED IN THE SEAT SENSOR OR ANYWHERE ELSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-carbon-fiber-delamination","label":"Carbon fiber body panel delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11618578","quote_1_text":"The carbon fiber roof is delaminating and a portion of it came off and hit the front windshield of another car, causing them to partially lose control of their vehicle almost causing an accident","quote_2_odi":"11613788","quote_2_text":"A large portion of the car's hood (carbon laminate?) has ripped off and is surely to continue to tear and fly off while driving","quote_3_odi":"11539259","quote_3_text":"Roof is bubbling showing signs of delamination. Structural integrity is in question. I believe it is due to the carbon fiber epoxy material degrading due to sunlight exposure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-drivetrain-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction and loss of propulsion power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11594331","quote_1_text":"When the vehicle depletes it's battery and switches over to the range extender or the gas engine, the car will suddenly shut off and a drivetrain error appears. This seems to only happen when the car is traveling over 55 mph","quote_2_odi":"11325412","quote_2_text":"I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND CAN HAPPEN AT ANY TIME WITHOUT WARNING TO ME OR OTHER OWNERS OF SIMILAR VEHICLES PUTTING MY SAFETY AND OTHER'S SAFETY AT GREAT RISK","quote_3_odi":"11103478","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE ENTERS A 'FAULT' MODE, SUCH AS DRIVE MOTOR MALFUNCTION, THE CARS DISCONTINUES POWER TO THE DRIVE MOTOR, ALLOWS THE VEHICLE TO ROLL TO A STOP, THEN ELECTRONICALLY PUTS THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-engine-mount-bracket","label":"Engine mount bracket cracking or fracturing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11425902","quote_1_text":"I've had to replace the engine motor mount bolts twice in 3 years","quote_2_odi":"11270293","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN AND WHEN I ACCELERATED THE REAR OF THE CAR FELT LIKE IT GOT REAR ENDED. I WALKED AROUND THE CAR, NOTHING WAS WRONG. IT DROVE FINE UP TO 40 MPH, THEN ON THE HIGHWAY, IT MADE A RRRR SOUND. THE NEXT DAY I FOUND OUT THAT THE ENGINE MOUNT BOLT SNAPPED","quote_3_odi":"11390283","quote_3_text":"THE LEFT BRACKET FOR THE ELECTRIC ENGINE IS CRACKED AND THE DEALER WANTS SUBSTANTIALLY MORE FOR A REPLACEMENT ONE WHICH HAPPENS TO BE COMPLETELY REDESIGNED FROM A CHEAP PLASTIC PART WHICH EQUIPS MY CAR TO A MORE STUDY AND IMPROVED ONE FOR THE LATEST MODELS OF THE SAME MAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11182758","quote_1_text":"TEMPORARY LOSS OF POWER ASSIST. FROM A STOP, THE ASSIST WILL FUNCTION CORRECTLY UNTIL 30MPH. FROM THEN ON, THERE WILL BE NO POWER ASSIST UNTIL COMING TO A FULL STOP. THE PATTERN REPEATS ITSELF FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TRIP","quote_2_odi":"11256755","quote_2_text":"WHILE PULLING ONTO THE ROAD MY CAR STARTED PULLING STRONGLY TOWARDS THE LEFT AND WAS VERY HARD TO STEER. IT HAD VERY HEAVY DIFFICULT STEERING. IT FELT ABSOLUTELY DIFFERENT THAN ANYTHING I'VE FELT IN THE TWO YEARS OF OWNERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11528759","quote_3_text":"While driving through a parking lot at slow speeds on 6/24/2023 around 6:30 pm in Phoenix AZ, I noticed the steering felt very heavy and the car pulled hard to the left","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2014,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"i3-2014-tire-puncture-flat","label":"Tire punctures and flats after minor road contact","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10723833","quote_1_text":"GETTING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT VERY LOW SPEED OF 2-3 MILES PER HOUR TOUCHED A CURB AND THE TIRE WENT FLAT IMMEDIATELY THAT HAD TO BE REPLACED. 5 DAYS LATER, A PIECE OF PLASTIC PUNCTURED ANOTHER TIRE","quote_2_odi":"10723834","quote_2_text":"A SMALL PIECE OF PLASTIC EASILY PUNCTURED THE TIRE AND MADE IT FLAT. THE TIRES ON THE BMW I3 ARE PRONE TO FLATS AND EASILY GET PUNCTURED","quote_3_odi":"10938614","quote_3_text":"BMW ARE MANUFACTURING NEWER MODEL TIRES FOR THEIR I3 . THESE TIRES ARE VERY NARROW COMPARED TO OTHER CARS THAT GET EASILY WORN OUT . THE TIRE TREAD READINGS SHOW THAT THEY ARE BELOW SAFETY LEVEL, WITHIN 12K MILES OF DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2015-acc-regen-braking-cutout","label":"ACC deactivation into regen braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11175174","quote_1_text":"THE CRUISE CONTROL RANDOMLY TURNS ITSELF OFF AND THE CAR IMMEDIATELY GOES INTO REGENERATIVE BRAKING","quote_2_odi":"11352959","quote_2_text":"THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) IN THE I3 IS SINGLE CAMERA BASED, AND WILL DEACTIVATE DURING A NUMBER OF CONDITIONS (SUCH AS DRIVING INTO DIRECT SUNLIGHT WHICH BLINDS THE CAMERA.)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2015-airbag-restraint-malfunction-warning","label":"Restraint system malfunction warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11574129","quote_1_text":"airbag failed. alert light went on. Had to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11396133","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS WITH SEAT BELT ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2015-carbon-fiber-roof-delamination","label":"Carbon fiber roof delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11673642","quote_1_text":"Carbon fiber roof is experiencing sun damage beyond what is normal","quote_2_odi":"11539180","quote_2_text":"Carbon fiber roof panel is bubbling and coming apart. BMW reports this is a structural component of the car and is designed to take impact stresses, however my vehicle and others, the roof is deteriorating and BMW does not acknowledge the issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2015-power-steering-intermittent-loss","label":"Power steering intermittent loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11218153","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY OR SIDE STREETS MULTIPLE EPISODES OF INTERMITTENT HEAVY, SLUGGISH, OR LOOSE STEERING HAS OCCURRED REQUIRING THE VEHICLE TO BE STOPPED, SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED TO FIX THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11207065","quote_2_text":"STEERING HAS BECOME VERY STIFF REQUIRING A STRONG APPLICATION AT THE WHEEL TO KEEP VEHICLE STRAIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2015,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2015-range-extender-power-loss","label":"Range extender engagement power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10946914","quote_1_text":"OUR CAR WOULD NOT MAKE IT UP THE HILL DURING A RAINSTORM ON THE HIGHWAY IN CAMARILLO, CA. IT WENT FROM 65 DOWN TO 45. IT HAPPENED TO US TWICE ON THIS TRIP. WE WERE USING THE RANGE EXTENDER. WE HAVE VIDEOS THE VEHICLE LOSING POWER","quote_2_odi":"10820554","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BMW I3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, ON AN EXTENDED RANGE, THE SPEED DECREASED TO BELOW 60 MPH AND COMPLETELY LOST ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2016-airbag-fault","label":"Driver airbag module fault and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11743788","quote_1_text":"Driver airbag warning light illuminated. Vehicle was diagnosed at BMW of Sherman Oaks (RO# 176741) and confirmed as a faulty driver airbag module - part# 32-30-6-870-366. BMW technician found fault code 930904: Driver's airbag interval stage 1, resistance too high stored. BMW NA","quote_2_odi":"11439937","quote_2_text":"Involved in a frontal collision and air bag did not deploy. Airbag could've prevented more serious injuries suffered. I contacted the service center at BMW Roseville and left a message for the service manager, no return call. The vehicle has been inspected by an insurance","quote_3_odi":"11502605","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW I3. The contact stated that the driver restraint warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer, and the contact was informed that the front driver’s side air bag system was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11438343","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experiences periodic loss of \"power steering\". Very difficult to steer or control. Steering does not re-center making control difficult. Steering is restored after shutting down the car for a few minutes. Dealership cannot find any faults or codes","quote_2_odi":"11404544","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE WHILE IN MOTION - OPERATING THE VEHICLE ON PUBLIC ROADWAY - MAKING IT DIFFICULT AND DANGEROUS TO NAVIGATE A TURN. NO WARNING LIGHTS APPEARED","quote_3_odi":"11361132","quote_3_text":"EVERY 3 TO 21 DAYS, MY STEERING PULLS HARD TO THE LEFT. THIS OCCURS ON FLAT ROADS ON DRY PAVEMENT. I HAVE TO PULL THE STEERING WHEEL HARD TO THE RIGHT TO KEEP THE VEHICLE GOING STRAIGHT AT CITY DRIVING SPEEDS (0-35 MPH). ON ONE OCCASION THIS OCCURRED WHILE ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2016-rex-propulsion-loss","label":"Loss of propulsion with Range Extender engaged","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11711282","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2016 BMW i3 with Range Extender, the vehicle experiences sudden and complete loss of propulsion at very low state of charge (0–1%). The car abruptly loses motive power, forcing me to pull over, sometimes while in traffic. After sitting for several minutes","quote_2_odi":"10865893","quote_2_text":"WHEN ELECTRIC RANGE IS OUT, THE ENGINE KICKS IN AND SPEED IMMEDIATELY DROP TO 50+MPH ON THE FREEWAY CLIMBING UP A HILL THE FIRST DAY I BOUGHT THE CAR WHICH SCARES ME AND I HAVE TO STAY ON THE LEFT LANE AND QUICKLY EXIT. I JUST READ THE LAWSUIT WHICH IS EXACTLY WHAT HAPPEN TO ME","quote_3_odi":"11306969","quote_3_text":"STARTED THE CAR AFTER CHARGING IT OVERNIGHT AND \"DRIVETRAIN: STOP CAREFULLY\" AND \"TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION\" APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CAR HAS BEEN COMPLETELY FINE BEFORE THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2016-roof-delamination","label":"Carbon fiber roof panel delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11646070","quote_1_text":"The roof has bubbled and peeled away leaving an exposed permeable roof, meaning if it rains, water will get into the car because of the roof material being not safe, not strong, peeling away. Just terrible! Looking online, so many people with i3s ha e all had the same issue!","quote_2_odi":"11539150","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW I3. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the contact heard a whistling sound, and the roof detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was","quote_3_odi":"11548761","quote_3_text":"The roof is bubbling and peeling up. Water gets in it when it rains, then it bubbles greatly. BMW won’t fix it, repair shops don’t want to fix it because it’s an obscure roof. They recommend I take it to BMW which won’t fix it (roof replacement suggested). I just bought this car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-airbag-seat-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag and seat sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11582488","quote_1_text":"Message saying driver restraint failure, air bags may not deploy properly. Random event, has been an issue with bmw i3 models","quote_2_odi":"11417984","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Passenger restraint failure/seat sensor not registering occupant","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-drivetrain-malfunction","label":"Drivetrain malfunction with sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11258342","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY'S HOV LANE (FULLY CHARGED, NOT ON THE EXTENDED RANGE), THE CAR GAVE \"DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION\" AND THE PROPULSION DIED SHORTLY AFTER","quote_2_odi":"11182276","quote_2_text":"CAR STOPPED ALL OF SUDDEN WHILE DRIVING WITHOUT ANY HEADS-UP. SIMPLY SAID CALL DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION PLEASE CALL ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. THE MOST SCARY PART IS THAT THE SUDDEN STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked or charging","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11019184","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OFF AND STARTED ON FIRE. UPON FURTHER RESEARCH I FOUND OUT THAT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO. WE CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER (BMW) BUT NO ONE HAS CALLED BACK. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN APRIL","quote_2_odi":"11539266","quote_2_text":"In extreme heat (119 temp outside) BMW charger was plugged into port and melted. Could have caused a fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11185433","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON DRY PAVEMENT, STEERING SUDDENLY BECAME DIFFICULT. I FELT RESISTANCE AND I CLEARLY NEEDED BOTH HANDS TO TURN THE WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11310435","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING SHORT DISTANCE ON A CITY STREET, SUDDENLY CAR STARTED PULLING TO THE LEFT OR TO THE RIGHT SIDE, THE STEERING BECAME VERY HEAVY ( IT FEELS LIKE POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-roof-delamination","label":"Carbon fiber roof panel delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11753562","quote_1_text":"The carbon fiber roof panel is starting to delaminate and I am concerned that pieces could fly off and cause an accident","quote_2_odi":"11713691","quote_2_text":"The roof is delaminating causing a danger to my vehicle and others","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i3","model_slug":"i3","cluster_id":"bmw-i3-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11321891","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN ECO PRO PLUS MOOD. WHILE SPEED IS ABOVE 56MPH THE VEHICLE WILL SOMTIMES AUTOMATICALLY BREAK TO 56 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11321023","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 BMW I3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, HIS VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/i3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal non-response and brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11571923","quote_1_text":"The car was traveling approximately 15-25 mph on a collector road between [XXX]  in downtown Los Angeles. The car immediately in front of me applied its brakes and when I applied my brake pedal the vehicle did not respond and my car did not slow down. I did not see any sort of…","quote_2_odi":"11524818","quote_2_text":"As I entered the garage, I attempted to brake but the car continued to roll despite my pressure on the brake pedal.  The car ran into the shelving and other items against the garage wall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-charge-port-door","label":"Charge port door failure preventing charging","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529748","quote_1_text":"upon arriving at a charger, the charging port door on the car would not open. It is a manual door - normally just push on the outside of the door and it pops opens. In this instance, pushing on the door did nothing, the door was stuck and would not open, putting my safety at…","quote_2_odi":"11535935","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is an EV (platform G26) and charger flap door was locked and would not open.  Problem is similar to problem reported on NHTSA for BMW vehicles for \"fuel filler door will not open\", SIB 51 27 20. Safety issue is vehicle can not be charged and creates risk for driver and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-drivetrain-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction and sudden loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11557688","quote_1_text":"Within seconds of those messages, without any physical signs of an issue, the car completely lost all power and steering and abruptly stopped in the middle of the street. As the car abruptly broke down, it went into park. It was so abrupt that there wasn't even time to pull over…","quote_2_odi":"11700075","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has experienced three separate incidents of unexpected and complete loss of power while driving.  The first incident occurred in March 2025. The vehicle suddenly lost all propulsion without warning and came to an immediate hard stop","quote_3_odi":"11525905","quote_3_text":"I was driving approximately 50 mph on a highway when my car slowed to 15 mph. I stepped on the accelerator and nothing happened. On the dash screen there was a warning which stated \"drivetrain malfunction. Driving not possible. Call Roadside assistance\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-gps-carplay-location","label":"GPS location error in CarPlay and onboard navigation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11511840","quote_1_text":"In some situations, the car sends the wrong GPS data to CarPlay, and then all the mapping applications in CarPlay (and on your phone) have the wrong location. When this happens, the car is shown way off course, and the navigation app starts giving you rerouting instructions to…","quote_2_odi":"11511830","quote_2_text":"The on-board GPS sends incorrect information to Apple CarPlay devices, including both location and dead reckoning. This means that any application on the phone--including SOS and 911 calls—sends inaccurate location information when this is occurring","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-lane-keep-steering-jerk","label":"Side collision mitigation sudden steering input","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735391","quote_1_text":"While driving on frewway in HOV lane next to tall concrete center barrier, side collision mitigation system suddenly began to aggressively and continuously jerk steering right and left. After about 10-20 seconds this caused loss of control, with vehicle turning around 180…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-rear-tire-inner-tread-wear","label":"Rear tire inner-edge wear and blowout","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722997","quote_1_text":"Suffered a sudden rear tire blowout while driving due to the inner tire wall wearing down to the metal cords. The dealer (BMW of Fort Lauderdale) performed an alignment and replaced the tires on my expense. Recurring Failure 3/6/2026 (35,200 miles): Less than 14,000 miles after…","quote_2_odi":"11586013","quote_2_text":"The tires interior seams on both rear tires are coming apart. Car has just passed 21K miles, and is driven very carefully. No pothole damage either","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699707","quote_1_text":"The sunroof of my BMW i4 exploded and shattered while I was driving under light rain on 45-mph road. The explosion was very loud and scary. Luckily sunroof sliding shade was closed otherwise shattered glass will fall inside of car","quote_2_odi":"11713771","quote_2_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving on the freeway. The sun shade was closed but had it been open, the glass would have entered the cabin and potential for harm.  In addition, the loud bang was a distraction and had there been more heavy traffic there was potential…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-forward-collision-aebs-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance and AEB non-activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741305","quote_1_text":"As I was easing my 2024 BMW i4 xDrive40 onto Church Street from a cross street on May 11, 2026, my car suddenly accelerated and crashed into the car in front of me.  The acceleration was \"un-commanded.\"    The accident occured a bit before 2:20 pm.  Driving conditions were…","quote_2_odi":"11736985","quote_2_text":"While entering my driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated and did not recognize that the garage door was closed. As a result, the vehicle collided with the closed garage door and subsequently struck the structural beam on the wall near the garage entrance. The impact was…","quote_3_odi":"11720715","quote_3_text":"the contact stated while driving and approaching a wall or a gate, the Forward Collision Avoidance front sensors failed to function as intended and did not warn the contact of a potential crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-gear-selector-inadvertent-reverse","label":"Gear selector inadvertent reverse engagement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544923","quote_1_text":"The design of the gear selector lever makes it easy to inadvertently and unintentionally shift into Reverse, when Drive or Neutral is desired.  A single click of the lever can engage either Reverse or the desired gear, depending on the engagement status of the brake pedal and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-powertrain-fault-loss-of-drive","label":"Drivetrain fault warnings and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610800","quote_1_text":"While driving on the right lane of [XXX] I received a notification on the screen stating \"DRIVE TRAIN: FAULT PULL OVER FOR SAFETY\" and just as I attempted to turn the steering wheel to enter the shoulder lane of the highway, the car stopped. I was stuck in the right lane of the…","quote_2_odi":"11705500","quote_2_text":"October 11, 2025: First Powertrain failure message received while operating the vehicle, vehicle delivered to service department the same day. BMW Gwinnett service team was prompt and accommodating with a loaner vehicle.  oService technician notified customer that he depended on…","quote_3_odi":"11723423","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced two sudden and complete losses of power, on December 29, 2025, and again on February 18, 2026. In both instances, the vehicle became inoperable while in motion and required towing. These failures created hazardous roadside situations","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742828","quote_1_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded with no sign of impact","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-tire-blowout-tread","label":"Tire blowout and tread separation at speed","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694692","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the passenger's side rear tire had a blowout. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, and the vehicle was towed to the residence of a friend. The following morning, the contact purchased another tire…","quote_2_odi":"11684596","quote_2_text":"While driving my leased BMW i4 M50 on the highway on [XXX], the rear passenger tire suddenly exploded without any prior warning or impact. This caused me to lose control briefly and nearly resulted in a serious accident. I was forced to pull over in unsafe conditions on a busy…","quote_3_odi":"11655270","quote_3_text":"On March 2, 2025, while driving my BMW i4 with my daughter, the vehicle suddenly spun out twice into oncoming freeway traffic during a routine lane change, violently crashing into an embankment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594230","quote_1_text":"While approaching a T-intersection from a side street into a main road, the car was brought to a full stop at the stop sign near the intersection with my foot on the brake pedal.  Suddenly, the vehicle launched, on its own, into full acceleration onto the main street","quote_2_odi":"11669319","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 25-30 mph down a winding road with a moderate hill, my 2024 BMW I4 suddenly accelerated as if the accelerator pedal was suddenly floored, causing me to struggle to keep the car in control, and only several seconds after slamming on the brakes was I…","quote_3_odi":"11688849","quote_3_text":"I was parking my car and there was a car that was car parked beside the place I pulling into to. I had backed up and when took my foot off the brake the car took off and struck the corner of the parked car. It literally took off. I had zero control of the car and it didn’t brake…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i4","model_slug":"i4","cluster_id":"i4-2024-wiper-shutdown-rain","label":"Windshield wiper motor shutdown while driving in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750807","quote_1_text":"On July 4th, 2026 we were driving home in a storm. The windshield wipers failed while in the automatic setting, completely shutting off, creating a safety hazard. We pulled to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle. Afther the reboot they had resarted, but agian failed…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i5","model_slug":"i5","cluster_id":"bmw-i5-2024-battery-cooling-noise","label":"High-voltage battery cooling system noise","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11686161","quote_1_text":"Make extreme high fan noise during and after super fast charging sessions (Electrify America), overheating issues, unlike all other Evs that do not. Constant clunking sound during and after departing from sessions. Periodic banging sound when parked","quote_2_odi":"11704372","quote_2_text":"Battery tempature warning-Constant banging sound while driving. Know EV defect per BMW, No fix in place","quote_3_odi":"11733119","quote_3_text":"The vehicle listed has an unfixable defect (water valve/coolant issue) that creates a safety hazard in an electric vehicle, BMW, the manufacturer has failed to provide a remedy within a reasonable timreframe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i5","model_slug":"i5","cluster_id":"bmw-i5-2024-esc-brake-recall","label":"Electronic stability control / brake hydraulic malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11608006","quote_1_text":"Recall of thousands of BMWs starting February 12, 2024. My car was recently included in this with a \"remedy unavailable.\" Spoke to BMW north america, including the recall department, corporate customer service, and multiple local BMW service centers","quote_2_odi":"11688366","quote_2_text":"The contact's insurer owned a 2024 BMW I5. The contact stated that the insurer received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic)","quote_3_odi":"11646396","quote_3_text":"During a red light stop, car took off with a massive acceleration after release of breaks and hit the car standing in front of it, causing a significant damage to the front of the car. None of the accident prevention systems, emergency breaks were triggered or activated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i5","model_slug":"i5","cluster_id":"bmw-i5-2024-rearview-blackout","label":"Rear-view camera and back-over prevention malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11673828","quote_1_text":"While reversing my 2024 BMW i5, the main infotainment display repeatedly blacks out for 3–5 seconds, eliminating the rear-view camera image","quote_2_odi":"11591979","quote_2_text":"Rear Cross Traffic Warning does not produce an audible alert. It can cause you to accidentally back into oncoming traffic. This has been the case on several occasions especially when there is a hill behind you and traffic crests the hill and appears quickly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"i5","model_slug":"i5","cluster_id":"bmw-i5-2024-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup with driver-assistance faults","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11735764","quote_1_text":"On May 3, 2026, while operating my 2024 BMW i5 on public roads, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of power steering with no prior warning. I could not turn the steering wheel at a stop","quote_2_odi":"11639213","quote_2_text":"I was driving east bound on [XXX] near the [XXX] exit and using the fully automated driving (where I am watching the road to take over if necessary but the vehicle was maintaining speed and steering) I received the following errors: (I symbol error) Reduced driver assistance","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/i5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2022-battery-recall-parts-delay","label":"Battery recall repair parts delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11500077","quote_1_text":"It took them 6 weeks to replace the battery component that was part of the recall. My car was unable to be driven during this timeframe.","quote_2_odi":"11499908","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW IX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V541000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated the battery power capacity had decreased.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2022-collision-avoidance-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance system failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11500520","quote_1_text":"This vehicle was involved in a collision, none of the safety features worked. The front end collision warning did not go off. The automatic emergency braking did not engage.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2022-power-loss-while-driving","label":"Power loss or stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11706883","quote_1_text":"Continually get a power loss error while driving and accelerating. Took to BMW dealership and not able to clear error after having the car for a over month.","quote_2_odi":"11529008","quote_2_text":"I was traveling on 6/12 at approximately 4:30 AM at around 65 MPH when I received a warning message something to the effect of “emergency system malfunction - vehicle will now stop”. I lost all throttle and the vehicle slowed to a stop.","quote_3_odi":"11474953","quote_3_text":"I ordered BMW ix50 in 10/1/21, got delivered on 05/20/22. Only after 39 days on 06/08/22 and about 1000 miles BMW stopped running and I called BMW roadside assistance to take to the dealership.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2022-steering-effort-warning","label":"Changed steering effort warning and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11698875","quote_1_text":"On 11/11 I was driving my vehicle and for the first time ever I received a error message in the vehicle of reduced driver steering. It said driving was still possible but take the vehicle to a dealer for evaluation when possible. This message popped up and went away the rest of…","quote_2_odi":"11601602","quote_2_text":"Intermittent and sudden \"Changed Steering Effort\" warning on dash every 2-3 vehicle starts. Steering effort is very noticeably increased. This is a known issue among all BMW iX owners, easily inspected, and BMW has swept this problem under the rug for too long and quietly…","quote_3_odi":"11645816","quote_3_text":"Error message: Changed Steering Effort, with message stating to bring to dealer. Is occurring regularly but not always.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2022-unintended-acceleration-b-mode","label":"Unintended acceleration in one-pedal B mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11488676","quote_1_text":"I have had 6-8 instances where the car \"takes off\" and accelerates without my touching the accelerator. It is not full-acceleration but strong enough that if a car was immediately in front of me - I might hit it.","quote_2_odi":"11485538","quote_2_text":"Under \"B\" drive mode which is the \"one pedal driving\" with automatic regenerative braking, occasionally when I release the pedal completely expecting the vehicle to slow down/stop, the vehicle instead will lunge forward.","quote_3_odi":"11481896","quote_3_text":"When the car is being driven in B mode (one pedal driving for EVs) and is going around a turn, the car rapidly randomly accelerated. This has happened 2 times.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control phantom braking on highway","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11537813","quote_1_text":"When overtaking a car on a freeway that is on my right side, occasionally the car, without warning and with no information displayed, my car will suddenly brake for no reason about 3 to 5 mph.  I use the accelerator pedal immediately to return to the original speed.  This has…","quote_2_odi":"11583850","quote_2_text":"Our BMW iX was in B mode at a complete stop behind another parked car at the car wash.  After about five minutes, the car took off at full acceleration and rear ended the car in front of us  The BMW iX continued another 15 - 20 feet despite my attempts to repeatedly stepping on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Driver airbag recall remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521595","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V079000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An undisclosed dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_2_odi":"11522576","quote_2_text":"This car has a  recall for the driver's airbag that was issued in mid February of this year.  It his now 3 months later, and my dealer tells me it will likely be months from now that they can finally replace the faulty…","quote_3_odi":"11517903","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle crashed into the front and rear passenger side of the vehicle without warning. The air bags failed to deploy. No injuries were sustained. No medical attention was required","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-drivetrain-power-loss-highway","label":"Drivetrain failure and loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747601","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAD A BRIEF WARNING TO STOP DRIVING AND QUICKLY LOST ANY POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DISABLED IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY. THERE WERE DEFINITE SAFTEY CONCERNS TO MYSELF AND OTHERS REGARDING COLLISION POTENTIAL. THE PROBLEM IS…","quote_2_odi":"11676769","quote_2_text":"I was driving the vehicle in the far left lane of the freeway when, without any warning, the vehicle lost propulsion and would not accelerate. It also lost power assisted steering AND power assisted braking. I had to decelerate with no power brakes while attempting to safely…","quote_3_odi":"11568082","quote_3_text":"The vehicle drivetrain failed and would not allow the driver to change gear, either to drive forward or backward. The vehicle engine was still on. The vehicle computer system generated the following message on the dashboard: \"Drive carefully. Drivetrain fault. Have the problem…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-electrical-charging-failure","label":"Electrical system and DC fast charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731218","quote_1_text":"The DC fast charging (CCS) system on this 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 failed completely on [XXX] while traveling on a highway in Richmond, Virginia. The vehicle was unable to charge at an Electrify America station despite other vehicles — including an identical 2023 BMW iX xDrive50 —…","quote_2_odi":"11526767","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. During the failure, the message \"Malfunction, Pull Over\" was displayed. Approximately 20 minutes later, the contact was able to restart the vehicle however, moments later while driving…","quote_3_odi":"11547159","quote_3_text":"the “Emergency Call System Malfunction” warning light came on, and I can also smell a chemical burn from the vehicle.   I dropped it off to Eastbay BMW in Pleasanton, California. 4350 Rosewood Drive, Pleasanton, California 94588. They confirmed that the “Control Module” may be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering system malfunction and effort change warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589818","quote_1_text":"Not sure what happened, there is a warning saying the steering effort has changed, I have found there are many ix users received this warning and get their steering rack replaced by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11540108","quote_2_text":"The vehicle automatically lost power, shut down, and came to a complete stop in the middle of the road. During the shut down, I was unable to accelerate, brake, or steer the vehicle to the side of the road to a safe stopping location","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11501292","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at approximately 5 MPH while attempting to pull into a parking space the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and accelerated forward crashing into the rear of a second vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11594044","quote_2_text":"I was driving a 2023 BMW iX and attempting to park in front of a retail store in a strip mall parking lot. I was gently pressing the brake while trying to park in a space on the right. Then, suddenly, my car accelerated forward at high speed, crashing into the store's entrance","quote_3_odi":"11538226","quote_3_text":"I had an accident at a school pickup line. The car was on B mode completely stopped and it lurched forward all of sudden unfortunately at the exact moment when a girl was putting her backpack into her mother's car's trunk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"bmw-ix-2023-wiper-headlight-visibility","label":"Windshield wiper failure and adaptive headlight malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733915","quote_1_text":"While driving my leased BMW iX on the highway during heavy rain, the windshield wipers suddenly malfunctioned. The wipers began striking each other violently and then completely stopped working. This caused an immediate loss of visibility at highway speed","quote_2_odi":"11503456","quote_2_text":"The Icon Adaptive Led headlights w/Laserlight are designed so that the high beam tracks (aims) to steering wheel inputs, and possibly camera inputs, in order to illuminate the road ahead. The center of the beam is focused more tightly than is generally done with headlights which…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-aeb-failure-to-prevent-crash","label":"Automatic emergency braking failure to prevent collision","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11639433","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety failure in my 2024 BMW iX related to the Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) systems","quote_2_odi":"11719905","quote_2_text":"My brake assist did not work; my car did not alert me and did not try to help me stop","quote_3_odi":"11661270","quote_3_text":"I was practically at a stop and began to inch forward when the car suddenly accelerated and I lost control, rear-ending the car in front. No automatic braking or warning systems activated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652449","quote_1_text":"I removed my foot from the pedal and waited for car to slow down, but car didn't slow down enough. Then I slammed the brakes hard, but the brake didn't engage","quote_2_odi":"11640669","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while driving, the brakes on my vehicle unexpectedly seized, causing all four wheels to catch fire","quote_3_odi":"11575516","quote_3_text":"The brake pedal in the iX is a dangerous, flawed design. The arm of the brake pedal is at a 45 degree angle, and crosses the path of the accelerator","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-drivetrain-hv-battery-warning","label":"Drivetrain and high-voltage battery warnings while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534143","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed; however, the cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11619657","quote_2_text":"While driving my vehicle, the vehicle completely shut down and stopped. The seatbelt pulled me back tightly","quote_3_odi":"11532529","quote_3_text":"Within 12 hours of purchase received a “High Voltage” electrical warning and a Drive Train warning. SUV is still drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-parking-assist-failure","label":"Parking assistant system failure during automated maneuvers","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736832","quote_1_text":"During that attempt, the SUV suddenly reversed too fast to stop before crashing into another car in the garage","quote_2_odi":"11589034","quote_2_text":"However, this past Sunday (5/12/2024), as I pressed on the touch screen to start this parking maneuver, the car did not perform the maneuver as it had the previous 10 times. Instead, the car went straight back and hit the wall","quote_3_odi":"11569633","quote_3_text":"I put the auto reverse on and the car ran into a wall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack failure causing loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704664","quote_1_text":"While operating the vehicle, the steering system suddenly developed a fault with no prior warning","quote_2_odi":"11573554","quote_2_text":"After starting the car, a yellow error message stating the steering had failed came up. The car could not safely be driven on the highway because the steering was shaking the car left/right. The steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"iX","model_slug":"ix","cluster_id":"ix-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717541","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife pulled into the driveway and came to a stop, there was a sudden acceleration that prompted the vehicle to drive through the garage door","quote_2_odi":"11543677","quote_2_text":"Immediately car moved with full force like a rocket and hit the garage wall head on","quote_3_odi":"11533297","quote_3_text":"As I was standing behind the car, the car suddenly starting moving toward me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/ix","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M3","model_slug":"m3","cluster_id":"bmw-m3-2011-convertible-top-part-unavailable","label":"Convertible top failure with part unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10648377","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW M3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CONVERTIBLE TOP FAILED TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE","quote_2_odi":"10648386","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW M3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CONVERTIBLE TOP FAILED TO WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN INDICATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT WAS LATER INFORMED THAT THE WAIT FOR PARTS MIGHT BE LONGER THAN A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/m3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M3","model_slug":"m3","cluster_id":"bmw-m3-2011-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss to accessories","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11489153","quote_1_text":"When I put the battery terminals after swapping a new battery, my FRM got damaged. No brake or head lights are working, no turn signals, no windows moving etc. It's a safety issue on the road","quote_2_odi":"10882151","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING IN THE THIRD LANE AT 70 MPH MY ENTIRE ELECTRICITY TO THE CAR SHUT OFF . WITH THREE CHILDREN IN THE CAR AND NO TIME TO GET OVER I ALMOST GOT HIT . AFTER BEING STUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF SEVERAL HIGH SPEEDING CAR. IT SUDDENLY CAME ON AGAIN. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME","quote_3_odi":"10955248","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS PARKED AT A FLAT SPACE PARKING LOT. WHEN I TRIED TO OPEN THE VEHICLE USING A FOB KEY, THE ALARM STARTED TO GO OFF. I WAS NOT ABLE TO ACCESS THE VEHICLE OTHER THAN USING A KEY BLADE TO OPEN THE DOOR MANUALLY, HOWEVER ALL SYSTEM WAS DEAD. I HAVE REPLACED THE FOB KEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/m3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M3","model_slug":"m3","cluster_id":"bmw-m3-2011-s65-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine stall from rod/main bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11218617","quote_1_text":"WHILE SHIFTING INTO 3RD GEAR, MY ENGINE THREW A ROD THROUGH THE BLOCK, CAR HAS NOT BEEN MODIFIED, HAS 43,300 ORIGINAL MILES, ORIGINAL OWNER","quote_2_odi":"11047061","quote_2_text":"ENGINE KNOCKING. CONNECTING ROD BEARING AND MAIN BEARING FAILURE RESULTING IN REQUIRED ENGINE REPLACEMENT. ENGINE NOT ABLE TO BE REBUILT DUE TO CRACKED MAIN BEARING SADDLES","quote_3_odi":"10959009","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED ON A CALIFORNIA INTERSTATE, MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST FORWARD MOMENTUM, POWER BRAKES AND POWER STEERING. WHEN I LOOKED DOWN TO THE DASH, THE DCT TRANSMISSION HAD SHIFTED ITSELF TO NEUTRAL AND THE ENGINE WAS SHUT DOWN. I UNSUCCESSFULLY ATTEMPTED A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/m3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M3","model_slug":"m3","cluster_id":"bmw-m3-2011-takata-airbag-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10929859","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW M3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_2_odi":"10984727","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - THIS RECALL HAS BEEN ACTIVE NOW FOR OVER A YEAR AND THREE MONTHS WITH NO REPAIR FROM THE MANUFACTURER. I HAVE TRIED TWO DIFFERENT DEALERSHIPS IN THE AREA AND NEITHER OF THEM HAVE A PART AVAILABLE TO FIX. WHAT IS THE HOLDUP?","quote_3_odi":"11355276","quote_3_text":"BETWEEN 11/04/16 AND 11/08/16 I LEFT MY VEHICLE WITH REEVES BMW DEALERSHIP IN TAMPA, FL FOR THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL WHICH THEY TOLD ME THEY COMPLETED. I CONTINUED TO GET WARNING LETTERS FROM THE NHTSA FOR THIS RECALL AND RECENTLY I BROUGHT MY CAR TO A DIFFERENT BMW DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/m3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M340i","model_slug":"m340i","cluster_id":"m340i-2020-exhaust-smoke-startup","label":"Exhaust smoke on startup or acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11714559","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW M340I. The contact stated that after an oil change was performed by an independent mechanic, there was a large amount of gray smoke coming from the exhaust pipe while accelerating from a complete stop. There was no warning light illuminated during the","quote_2_odi":"11707622","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW M340I. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed a thick white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the engine while idling. There was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/m340i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M340i","model_slug":"m340i","cluster_id":"m340i-2020-front-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Front tire sidewall bubbling and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11322573","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BMW M340I, EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI TIRES, TIRE LINE: P7 CINTURATO, TIRE SIZE 225/40/R19, DOT NUMBER: NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR SUSPENSION INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC BECAME AWARE OF BUBBLES","quote_2_odi":"11443363","quote_2_text":"I have owned my 2020 BMW m340iX for 2 years. During that time I have had 5 tires blow out, including 3 in the past 3 months alone. The tires are \"run flat\" and need to be completely replaced if they develop any issues. The dealer I use for service, who is owned by the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/m340i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M340i","model_slug":"m340i","cluster_id":"m340i-2020-oil-pump-plastic-failure","label":"Oil pump plastic internal component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11517782","quote_1_text":"The engine oil pump has failed. The part is available for inspection. The failed oil pump causes the engine to blow up, leaving oil and coolant behind on the road as hazards and causing our vehicle violently spin out on the road. The problem has been reproduced multiple times","quote_2_odi":"11748524","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a potential safety defect involving the engine lubrication system on my 2020 BMW M340i with the B58 engine. The vehicle was purchased used from a single owner with low mileage and comprehensive maintenance records, with no indication of","quote_3_odi":"11646288","quote_3_text":"Oil pump manufacturing fault. One of the internal components on the oil pump for these B58 engines contains a ring that is made of plastic. Due to its the nature of this type of material, when it is heated and cooled, over time it becomes brittle and cracks. Damage to this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/m340i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M340i","model_slug":"m340i","cluster_id":"m340i-2020-starter-no-start-recall","label":"Starter failure and no-start after recall repair","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11629307","quote_1_text":"Engine starter was faulty resulting in repeated attempts to start the engine using excessively long starting attempts and warnings from my car of overheating. At a traffic light, my car went into auto-off and then shut down and I was unable to restart the car leaving me stuck at","quote_2_odi":"11611038","quote_2_text":"Starter went bad which lead to shortage within the lithium ion battery and regular battery. Car came to a stop and did not move in an intersection, blocking both lanes of traffic. Furthermore, car could not be put into neutral as it could not be started. There was smoke","quote_3_odi":"11610022","quote_3_text":"Brought my car in for a starter recall picked it up next day and drove home then came out to turn my vehicle on again and it wouldn’t start. Burning smell from engine bay as well. Returned the car they inspected it and told me a faulty starter. When I brought the car in it was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/m340i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M4","model_slug":"m4","cluster_id":"m4-2016-acceleration-after-lift","label":"Acceleration after throttle release","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11139052","quote_1_text":"THE CAR CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE SOMETIMES WHEN I LET MY FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. I HAVE SEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ON BMW MESSAGE BOARDS AS WELL. THIS COULD BE FATAL.","quote_2_odi":"11056765","quote_2_text":"ON THREE OCCASIONS, THE CAR STILL ACCELERATES FOR 2-3 SECONDS AFTER FULL ACCELERATION AT HIGH RPM. ANOTHER BMW M4 GTS OWNER HAS ALSO CONFIRMED WITH ME VIA MESSAGE. I HAVE REASON TO BELIEVE ITS THE WATER INJECTION SYSTEM IN THE CAR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/m4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M4","model_slug":"m4","cluster_id":"m4-2016-crank-hub-spin","label":"Crank hub spinning inside engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11309554","quote_1_text":"THE CRANK HUB ON THIS VEHICLE CAN SPUN AND BRAKE INSIDE THE ENGINE WITHOUT ANY WARNING, IF THAT HAPPENS ON A HWY FOR EXAMPLE THE VEHICLE WILL COMPLETELY LOOSE POWER AND I CAN BE INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WHICH MAYBE FATAL.","quote_2_odi":"11306374","quote_2_text":"CRANK HUB SPINS, ITS SOMETHING THAT BMW MANUFACTURE SHOULD RECALL AND FIX BECAUSE IT CAN DAMAGE YOUR WHOLE ENGINE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/m4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M4","model_slug":"m4","cluster_id":"m4-2016-drive-shaft-fracture","label":"Rear drive shaft/axle fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11018802","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW M4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AS COMPLETE ACCELERATION WAS LOST. THE CONTACT STATED WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF ROADWAY.…","quote_2_odi":"11001157","quote_2_text":"MY AXLE BROKE ON BOTH THE RIGHT REAR AND LEFT REAR. THIS IS A BRAND NEW BMW UPDATED 07/27/17*LJ *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/m4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M4","model_slug":"m4","cluster_id":"m4-2016-front-suspension-carrier-cracks","label":"Front suspension carrier/knuckle cracks","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11296897","quote_1_text":"BMW IS AWARE OF A CRACK DEVELOPING IN A FRONT SUSPENSION CARRIER (ONE EACH LOCATED ON BOTH THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE - TWO TOTAL). BMW HAD TO REPLACE MY PASSENGER SIDE CARRIER UNDER WARRANTY.…","quote_2_odi":"11405983","quote_2_text":"THE BILLET ALUMINUM STEERING KNUCKLES/STEERING CARRIERS ARE CRACKED AT ONE OF TWO BOLT POINTS CAUSING A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY CONCERN. THIS IS A KNOWN MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND BMW SUBSEQUENTLY CHANGED THE DESIGN OF THE REPLACEMENT PART.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/m4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M4","model_slug":"m4","cluster_id":"m4-2016-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Power train recall parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11172748","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW M4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V713000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR.…","quote_2_odi":"11186782","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW M4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V713000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED BMW OF EL CAJON…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/m4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-adas-malfunction","label":"Driver assistance system malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11711486","quote_1_text":"I am filing a formal safety complaint regarding a dangerous malfunction of the driver assistance systems in my 2018 BMW M550i. These systems behave unpredictably and cannot be reliably disabled, creating an unsafe driving condition","quote_2_odi":"11495027","quote_2_text":"Instrument cluster completely shuts off and goes to black. Screen, vehit speed and rpm and all adas systems stop working. Sometimes turning the car off and on will address the issue other times it will constantly restart the instrument cluster when driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-engine-failure-fire","label":"Engine failure and vehicle fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11755556","quote_1_text":"Throughout my ownership, I have adhered to BMW’s recommended maintenance schedule, including routine oil changes and inspections. At no point was I advised of any engine issues, oil leaks, or conditions that could potentially lead to catastrophic engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11089242","quote_2_text":"ON 4/10/2018 VEHICLE WAS PARKED CAUGHT FIRE TOTTAL LOSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-passenger-restraint-sensor","label":"Passenger restraint system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11591343","quote_1_text":"Passenger restraint system malfunction. I took it to the dealership and was told it will cost $3785.91 to replace the passenger seat mat. Looking online, this problem appears to be widespread with many individual car owners complaining of the issue","quote_2_odi":"11586141","quote_2_text":"The passenger seat occupancy mat is faulty - same as in many other BMW models for which BMW has issued a 15 year warranty. The car chimes and states \"fasten safety belt\" for the passenger seat when the passenger seat is entirely empty","quote_3_odi":"11540031","quote_3_text":"Passenger side sensor is faulty. BMW has issued Technical Service Bulletin to repair when found in warranty. The sensor will errantly warn airbag disable when person is not in seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-rear-door-handle-latch","label":"Rear door handle detached from latch mechanism","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11605824","quote_1_text":"The rear driver door will not open. It seems the door handle does not open the door from the exterior of the vehicle. The door will also not open from the interior of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11605826","quote_2_text":"The rear driver door does not open from the outside or inside of the vehicle. I had someone sitting behind the driver and they could not exit the vehicle, we had to assist so they can exit out the other side (passenger rear door)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11458748","quote_1_text":"Sunroof on 2018 BMW M550i \"exploded\" while driving home from work. Weather was cloudy, light rain in the 50's, late March in northern California, USA. Sunroof was in closed position and cars HVAC was not being used to create temperature or pressure difference","quote_2_odi":"11353442","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED OUT OF NO WHERE, BMW SAID A ROCK HIT IT OR SOMETHING BUT I AM 90% SURE A ROCK DIDN'T HIT IT","quote_3_odi":"11350167","quote_3_text":"DUE TO WEATHER CHANGE THE SUNROOF CAN SHATTER. THIS COULD HAD INJURED TO PASSENGER AND INFANTS IN CAR. BMW TAKES NO RESPONSIBILITY ON FIXING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"M550i","model_slug":"m550i","cluster_id":"m550i-2018-tire-wheel-damage","label":"Tire sidewall blowout and wheel rim damage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11621119","quote_1_text":"In the last 8 months, I have experienced 3 blowouts on the same side of the car. The tires were Continental Procontact SSR 245/40R19. In each instance, the sidewall failed and blew out. This has occurred on the highway as well as at low city speeds","quote_2_odi":"11219693","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS DRIVING AT MODERATE SPEED AND HIT A SMALL POT HOLE CREATING A 3 INCH CUT WHERE TIRE AND RIM LIP MEETS. DAMAGE TO TIRE WAS NOT NOTICEABLE UNTIL ONE DAY LATER WHEN TIRE WAS DEFLATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/m550i","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-hvac-mold-odor","label":"HVAC mold and musty odor from vents","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11708977","quote_1_text":"Known HVAC-produced moisture drainage issue that cause water to get trapped inside the system and cabin air filter housing, causing significant mold or mildew to grow on the filter itself and spread spores through cabin ventilation system…","quote_2_odi":"11349907","quote_2_text":"FOUL, MUSTY ODOR COMES FROM A/C FOR THE FIRST 5-10 MINUTES AFTER STARTING UP. CONCERNED ABOUT HEALTH IMPACT OF MOLD GROWING IN A/C SYSTEM.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-mount-failure","label":"Engine and strut mount failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11377820","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE MOUNTS HAVE FAILED ON MY CAR. I HAVE ONLY 14 THOUSAND MILES ON THE AUTO AND DO ONLY CITY DRIVING. HAD THIS NOT BEEN DISCOVERED DURING A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE THE RESULTS COULD HAVE BEEN CATASTROPHIC…","quote_2_odi":"11560386","quote_2_text":"2016 BMW X1 - 16,500 miles. When the car is in idle and the wheel is turned left or right it makes a groaning sound. The dealer says the strut mounts failed, and they need to take out the spring shocks, replace the mounts, and realign the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 19V349000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11232047","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW X1. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V349000 (STRUCTURE). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR…","quote_2_odi":"11253927","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE RELATED TO THE ENGINE LIGHT ON 9/6/19 AND I WAS INFORM THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE THAT WAS NOT FIXABLE AND ITS RELATED TO THE OCCUPANS PROTECTION…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-rolling-warning","label":"Secure-vehicle-against-rolling warning in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636409","quote_1_text":"The car is indicating the I need to press the parking brake to secure the car from rolling after I have placed it in park and pressed the electronic parking brake.","quote_2_odi":"11603681","quote_2_text":"Secure vehicle from rolling error. Secure vehicle with parking brake Spring pin broke in side gear shifter.","quote_3_odi":"11482043","quote_3_text":"\"Secure vehicle against rolling\" light came on after parking. Will not turn off despite engaged parking brake.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11412878","quote_1_text":"YESTERDAY (APRIL 18, 2021), WHILE I WAS EXITING THE EXPRESSWAY TO THE TOWN OF SILVERTHORNE, COLORADO, THE SUNROOF GLASS OF MY BMW X1 SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED INTO MY HEAD AND MY WIFE'S AND OF COURSE ALL OVER THE CAR…","quote_2_odi":"11327191","quote_2_text":"I DEPARTED MY HOUSE AND GOT ONTO THE WEST PARK TOLL WAY. AFTER DRIVING FOR A FEW MILES, I HEARD LIKE AN EXPLOSION. UNDER PANIC, I REALIZED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-sunroof-shade-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof shade detachment and sagging","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11519909","quote_1_text":"The vehicle features a panoramic sunroof with a retractable sunroof shade. The sunroof shade is attached to the sides of the vehicle ceiling with glue that fails over time and causes the sunshade to partially or completely detach…","quote_2_odi":"11659743","quote_2_text":"Sunroof shade came off the tracks and is now sagging partially obstructing the view of my rear view mirror, if this sags more or falls off completely I will be unable to see out the rear window and can cause a collision…","quote_3_odi":"11427527","quote_3_text":"ADHESIVE ON THE SUNROOF VISOR SHADE COMES UNGLUED AND VISOR SAGS, IMPAIRING DRIVER VISION.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2016-tailgate-auto-close","label":"Unintended power tailgate closure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"10986123","quote_1_text":"THE HANDS-FREE MECHANISM/ACTUATOR FOR OPENING AND CLOSING THE TAILGATE (MAKING A KICKING MOTION WITH THE FOOT) ACTIVATES UNINTENTIONALLY WHEN LOADING AND UNLOADING ITEMS FROM THE REAR STORAGE AREA…","quote_2_odi":"10933989","quote_2_text":"2016 BMW X1 NEW SAV EQUIPPED WITH COMFORT ACCESS . APPROACHED LOCKED PARKED HATCHBACK AND DEPRESSED HATCH EXTERIOR LOCK HANDLE. HATCH OPENED TO MID-HEIGHT OPENING TO ALLOW 6 FT TALL PERSON TO GET INTO THE TRUNK HATCH AREA…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11670388","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] [XXX] was operating her 2017 BMW X1 traveling northbound on [XXX]. While driving in the middle lane, her vehicle was struck on the right side. The point of impact was the right front passenger side, extending toward the rear passenger area","quote_2_odi":"11474112","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X1. The contact stated his wife was driving at 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to slow the vehicle down however her purse got entrapped near the brake pedal and accelerator pedal causing her to crash into the vehicle in front who was stopped","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Coolant loss leading to engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11752650","quote_1_text":"The BMX1 overheated while parked and on with no warning of any levels being low or any obvious issues for it to overheat. I just saw the starter and overheated recall which led me to check my suv","quote_2_odi":"11641480","quote_2_text":"My water pump went bad and overheated my engine, resulting in a repair cost of over $4,000 for a 2017 BMW X1. Needed repairs are: Water Pump, Remove & Replace Drive Belt Tensione, OEM , OE Replacement, and New Engine Water Pump","quote_3_odi":"11623870","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the message “Engine Overheated - Drive Moderately\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that there was no coolant in the reservoir","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-engine-mount-failure","label":"Premature engine mount failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11680779","quote_1_text":"Engine motor mounts failed","quote_2_odi":"11445210","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was taken to the dealer for repair. The dealer mechanics diagnosed a failed engine mount bolt. Vehicle mileage is 66965. This vehicle is driven lightly and this failure seems to be premature","quote_3_odi":"11438104","quote_3_text":"I have been complaining about roughness for quite some time. Especially when are is cold. I have a 2017 X1, less than 40k and the engine mount cracked BMW Service informed me this is an known issue within BMW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-gear-selector-rolling-warning","label":"Gear selector spring failure triggering rolling warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11640121","quote_1_text":"Gear selector issue that seems very common on all BMW X1 at similar intervals, but it is a faulty wire not an actual drive or safety issue. Car can’t seem to understand when gear is shifted to park and gives warning to engage parking brake","quote_2_odi":"11602286","quote_2_text":"Secure vehicle against rolling light on was looked at by 2 independent mechanics and bmw of Wilmington saying pin breaks in shifter assembly. It’s seems to be a common issue that bmw needs to recall and fix. The 5.00-10.00 pin should not cost consumers 3000.00 to fix","quote_3_odi":"11630766","quote_3_text":"\"Secure vehicle against rolling\" warning light comes on even while driving. It is a $10 spring but the dealer wants $3500+ to replace it. The entire center section and console needs to be taken apart just to get to the spring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-rear-hatch-auto-close","label":"Rear hatch closing without warning during loading","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11544987","quote_1_text":"This week, again, the rear hatch came down on me as I was loading groceries and while I tried to fend it off, giving me a bruise on my lower arm The rear hatch door randomly closes while I am loading/unloading the rear of the X1","quote_2_odi":"11350984","quote_2_text":"THE REAR HATCH OF THE BMW WILL SPONTANEOUSLY CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING - CAUSING THE DOOR TO SLAM INTO ONES HEAD. THERE IS NO WAY OF DEACTIVATING THE FOOT SENSOR TO BLOCK THE HATCH FROM INADVERTENTLY CLOSING WHILE A PERSON IS IN THE VICINITY OF THE HATCH DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11501290","quote_3_text":"Three months after purchasing my 2017 BMW X1, the back hatch without warrant inadvertently starting closing, at one time almost closing on my just about 3 year old granddaughter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Delayed remedy parts for open safety recalls","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11233651","quote_1_text":"BMW HAS ISSUED TWO RECALLS RELATED TO MY 2017 BMW X1 FAILING TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS RELATED TO THE EMERGENCY LOCKING RETRACTOR (NO. 16V-747) AND TRIM PIECE (NO. 19V-349) - WITH NO REMEDY AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME","quote_2_odi":"11254641","quote_2_text":"PLEASE SEE ATTACHED IMAGE FROM CARFAX. THIS OPEN RECALL WAS OPENED 4/17/19 AND WITH NO REMEDY I'M UNABLE TO TRADE MY VEHICLE IN WITH A NON BMW DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11267531","quote_3_text":"THERE IS AN ACTIVE RECALL (RECALL # 19V349). HOWEVER NO SOLUTION IS IN PLACE AND I'M AT RISK DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH REAR SEAT PASSENGERS (INCLUDING KIDS). THE RECALL CAME IN APRIL AND IT'S OCTOBER - WITH 6 MONTHS, NO SOLUTION HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AND NOTHING IS DONE FROM BMW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"2017-bmw-x1-rough-idle-stalling","label":"Rough idle and stalling after startup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11656307","quote_1_text":"Car experiences a very rough idle at start and often stalls after being placed in gear. This can happen after car starts moving. I drive this car and am experiencing regular stalls after taking off","quote_2_odi":"11562543","quote_2_text":"Car experiences a very rough idle at start and often stalls after being place in gear. This can happen after car starts moving. My wife drives this car and is experiencing regular stalls after pulling away","quote_3_odi":"11455222","quote_3_text":"ROUGH IDLE UPON START UP. OCCURS DAILY. WEATHER IS NOT A FACTOR. CONFIRMED WITH COLLISION CENTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"bmw-x1-2018-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11495584","quote_1_text":"Serious highway accident in Chicago suburbs whereby car was totaled.","quote_2_odi":"11449738","quote_2_text":"I was in a 3-car accident through the fault of another driver.","quote_3_odi":"11606959","quote_3_text":"Airbag. No open recalls. Spinal injury in head-on collision.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"bmw-x1-2018-loose-power-steering","label":"Loose or unresponsive power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11711587","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle at normal highway and city speeds, I noticed a serious steering issue where the steering wheel feels excessively loose and unresponsive.","quote_2_odi":"11664325","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"bmw-x1-2018-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11583632","quote_1_text":"Was driving down the highway at 70 MPH when my sunroof suddenly exploded.","quote_2_odi":"11477940","quote_2_text":"I came outside this afternoon to my Panaromic sunroof shattered.","quote_3_odi":"11132925","quote_3_text":"ON A SUNNY DAY, I DRIVED WITH MY FAMILY THROUGH THE HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY AT 45 MILES PER HOUR, SUDENDLY A VERY STRONG NOISE WAS LISTED AND MANY SMALL GLASS PIECES FELL ON US, I STOP AS FAST AS POSSIBLE TO REVIEW THAT HAD BEATED, THE SUNROOF WAS DESTROYED.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"bmw-x1-2018-rear-liftgate-unexpected-opening","label":"Rear liftgate opens unexpectedly or strikes occupant","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11459245","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear liftgate door would erroneously open. During the failure, the lift gate door would open approximately halfway.","quote_2_odi":"11421285","quote_2_text":"While driving (car moving and in Drive) the rear hatch opened on the vehicle to about a mid-way position completely obscuring vision from rear view mirror.","quote_3_odi":"11078705","quote_3_text":"VERY DISAPPOINTING EXPERIENCE. HATCH BACK WITH \"KICK\" OPEN FEATURE RANDOMLY HITS ME ON THE HEAD WHILE I AM MOVING THINGS AROUND IN THE TRUNK SPACE AS I MOVE SIDE TO SIDE TO REARRANGE ITEMS.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742992","quote_1_text":"In November 2025, I was driving an errand on city streets in a neighborhood. Speed was approximately 30-35MPH. Two lane road. There were no hazards in the road and while I was descending down a hill, my forward collision/emergency braking system activating, causing my vehicle to…","quote_2_odi":"11623815","quote_2_text":"A deer was standing ahead in the road and I began to brake! I was only going 25-30mph. The brakes were hard to push and it felt like something was malfunctioning eventually hitting the deer straight on!!! The Automatic Braking System did NOT work, the forward collision warning…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-airbag-recall-23v079-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall 23V079 remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11516925","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V079000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.…","quote_2_odi":"11512801","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Driver Restraint System Malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V079000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-brake-system-active-failure","label":"Brake system failure during driving — loss of stopping ability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11582325","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond, swerved, and came to a complete stop in the middle of the highway. The traction control, ABS, and check engine warning lights were illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11618607","quote_2_text":"While returning home with my wife and cat, we were approaching a train crossing when I attempted to slow down, already under the posted speed limit and I pressed the brakes very lightly to begin slowing to a stop. The brakes locked up and we began sliding toward the train…","quote_3_odi":"11649116","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact felt an abnormal thud coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard before the vehicle was able to come to a complete stop. The contact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-dct-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Dual-clutch transmission acceleration hesitation from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11552243","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has on numerous times  has had delayed acceleration from a stop or rolling stop. The hesitation is random and unpredictable. The vehicle will be unresponsive for a second or two and then a surge of acceleration will jolt the vehicle forward. This causes an unsafe…","quote_2_odi":"11529795","quote_2_text":"This report is for a 2023 BMW x1 with a dual clutch transmission.  I was driving on a four lane road with a 35 mph speed limit and attempting to make a  left turn.  I was stopped at the light waiting the oncoming traffic to clear to make the left turn (from the left most of the…","quote_3_odi":"11548211","quote_3_text":"Email sent to BMW describing a hesitancy or delay on acceleration from a dead stop:  I have attached a link below to a blog from January, 2023, describing this problem on 2023 BMW X1; it includes a description of the issue on a video review of this car by Consumers Report","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-ibs-recall-24v104-parts-unavailable","label":"Integrated brake system recall 24V104 remedy unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11574650","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control, Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11630635","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding the unresolved safety recall for the Integrated Brake System (IBS) on my 2023 BMW X1. The recall, issued in February 2024, addresses critical safety issues, including the potential loss of power brake assist, Antilock Brake System (ABS)…","quote_3_odi":"11648396","quote_3_text":"Recall Campaign No. 24V-104 Status Remedy not available Issued FEB 12, 2024 Last Updated Mar 14, 2025  It has been over a year since this recall came out and they have yet to have a fix for all of them. I asked the BMW dealerships near me, they are only fixing: cars that are…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-lane-keep-assist-unintended-steering","label":"Lane keeping assistance unintended steering input","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707927","quote_1_text":"Lane Keeping Assistance: the car will attempt to swerve into other lanes, fighting my attempts to control the steering wheel. This happens when lane markings have been redrawn, but the vehicle is detecting the painted-over lines and tries to divert to there instead. It also…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2023-rear-cross-traffic-no-warning","label":"Rear cross-traffic alert no warning on approach","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706815","quote_1_text":"The Rear Cross Traffic system does not work!  A few days ago a car stopped inches away from me without any warning. I was backing out of a parking space at the grocery store","quote_2_odi":"11619571","quote_2_text":"The rear cross traffic alert does not work. It gives no indication or sound when a car or human drives by. I nearly got into an accident multiple times. When mentioned to my service manager, they tested backing up into a curb and not \"cross traffic\". They thought it was not a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2024-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto start-stop shutting off engine while vehicle moving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11606349","quote_1_text":"The auto start software will turn the engine off when the car is still rolling. I can be rolling 2-4 MPH and the engine will just turn off. There’s a huge delay after the engine restarts for power to continue. There is no way to permanently turn off this feature","quote_2_odi":"11577781","quote_2_text":"The auto start/stop on this car is super slow and will turn off the engine before the car comes to a complete stop. It causes confusion at intersections because of the slow getaway and has nearly caused several collisions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2024-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure and loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727462","quote_1_text":"On 2/25/26, in rush hour traffic we were driving on a NJ highway. We happened to be in the left-most of 3 lanes with a concrete divider (no shoulder – there was about 3 ft between the concrete divider and the left side of the left lane)","quote_2_odi":"11624037","quote_2_text":"I was in a low speed front end collision on Oct. 10th. I was unable to stop despite stamping on the breaks. A week after the accident I received a letter from BMW informing me of a recall for the integrated brake module with no remedy available","quote_3_odi":"11618129","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 BMW X1. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the brake pedal had traveled to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2024-brake-recall-delay","label":"Integrated brake module recall repair delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686592","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 BMW X1. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11653005","quote_2_text":"There is no incident as in a crash, the company (BMW) has failed to repair my vehicle or provide a fix to the brakes recall in a timely manner. When I bought the vehicle, the dealership failed to disclose that there was an open recall on this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11617638","quote_3_text":"Please refer to NHTSA recall 24V104. BMW (and NHTSA) have known about this safety issue for 7 months or more. Yet, BMW has done absolutely nothing to resolve the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2024-cross-traffic-alert-failure","label":"Rear cross-traffic alert failing to detect obstacles","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738793","quote_1_text":"We have owned the car for nearly 2 years and the rear cross traffic alert has never worked, even when cars and pedestrians are walking behind the vehicle. BMW says nothing is wrong. Many other drivers report the exact same issue with their BMW","quote_2_odi":"11642644","quote_2_text":"We have owned the car for nearly a year and the rear cross traffic warning simply does not work. It gives no alerts when backing out of a space and either cars or pedestrians are crossing behind. Totally unsafe","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X1","model_slug":"x1","cluster_id":"x1-2024-idrive9-touchscreen-distraction","label":"Touchscreen controls requiring eyes off road","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614710","quote_1_text":"I am a new owner of a BMW X1. The design of the 2024 vehicle is problematic. I also own a 2022 BMW X3, that car is fine. This X1 has an infotainment system much like a Tesla and it creates a distracted driving situation","quote_2_odi":"11600670","quote_2_text":"The BMW 2024 X1 comes with the new iDrive9 that has eliminated most of the physical controls. Now there is a large touch screen that controls the radio, HVAC, Apple Car Play, cruise control, head lights, heated seats, etc","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x1","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10639084","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 3 SERIES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD IN ORDER TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11091547","quote_2_text":"IN MOTION WHEN IT STARTED SMOKING. STATIONARY WHEN IT WENT UP IN FLAMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-ignition-coil-failure","label":"Ignition coil failure causing stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10782371","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW X3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION COIL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10692354","quote_2_text":"ENGINE IGNITION COIL FAILED AND CAR STARTED TO SHAKE RENDERING IT UNABLE TO DRIVE. CAR IS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP WHO INDICATED THAT IGNITION COIL FAILURES ARE A COMMON ISSUE ACROSS BMWS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11181959","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. WE WERE UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP/MOTOR AND RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10482523","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF STEERING POWER WHILE DRIVING, UNABLE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TURN IN MAJOR INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10343343","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW 328I. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WITH NO TRAFFIC, ALL WINDOWS CLOSED AND THE AIR CONDITIONER ACTIVATED WHEN HE HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION FOLLOWED BY AN ABNORMAL CRACKING SOUND","quote_2_odi":"10500707","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND SHE HEARD A CLINKING SOUND, IT WAS THE SUN ROOF GLASS THAT SHATTERED. MY WIFE STOPPED AT A HARDWARE STORE TAPED THE GLASS, AND COVERED IT WITH PLASTIC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10995600","quote_1_text":"IT'S BEEN 17 MONTHS AND BMW NA HAS NOT MOVED ON REPAIRING MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11006134","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE RECALL WAS ISSUED IN FEBRUARY 2016. IT IS NOW ALMOST AUGUST 2017. 18 MONTHS FOR A SAFETY RECALL IS BEYOND REASONABLE TO DRIVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2010-vanos-pcv-recall-delay","label":"VANOS/PCV valve recall repair delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11466373","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle (prior to the March 2022) recall, I have smelled a burning smell coming from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11580368","quote_2_text":"BMW is not addressing this recall in a timely manner. The history makes me think they're intentionally stalling the process and allowing customer engines to fail, reducing repair loads on their service centers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-coolant-pump-recall-delay","label":"Engine coolant pump recall remedy delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11632546","quote_1_text":"BMW has failed to issue a remedy for the COOLANT PUMP that may lead to fires, if not replaced. For months now, I have called several BMW dealerships and they do not have an idea of when BMW would issue a remedy","quote_2_odi":"11680391","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11682627","quote_3_text":"BMW has not been able to offer a repair for the engine coolant pump recall issued in August 2024. I wanted to register a formal complaint because I would like to get this repaired and off my vehicle record","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-diesel-fuel-egr-failures","label":"Diesel fuel system and EGR cooler failures","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11747803","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle stalled with the drive train warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11461467","quote_2_text":"In early August 2021, the fuel pump on our BMW X3 failed in the middle of an intersection and the car stopped completely. No way to move to one side until a flatbed wrecker came","quote_3_odi":"11722351","quote_3_text":"I was driving and my car started to smoke out of engine compartment I pulled over and waited called my husband and drove it back home. Took it to a shop and they are saying it’s my erg leaking internally and need it replaced along with the intake manifold","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-rear-hatch-unintended-opening","label":"Rear hatch opening or closing without command","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11492014","quote_1_text":"When coming to a stop, my trunk continues to open and will not close unless you turn the car off and get out and close it","quote_2_odi":"11536361","quote_2_text":"The liftgate opened while the car was being driven down the road","quote_3_odi":"11407824","quote_3_text":"MY REAR HATCH OPENED WHILE AT THE LIGHT AND MY VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE. I HAD TWO DOGS IN THE REAR AREA THAT NEARLY JUMPED OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-restraint-system-faults","label":"Seat belt and passenger restraint faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11614129","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X3. The contact stated that there was a message that the passenger’s side restraint had malfunctioned","quote_2_odi":"11633002","quote_2_text":"the passenger restraint system malfunction error came out several times since last month","quote_3_odi":"10905931","quote_3_text":"SEATBELT PRETENSIONER FAILING TO HOLDBACK PASSENGER ON DECCELLERATION ON EXIT RAMP AT 4 DEGREES INCLINE OR DECLINE FROM 65 TO ZERO ON CONTROLLED DECCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-runflat-tire-wear","label":"Run-flat tire inner edge wear and air loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11032860","quote_1_text":"TIRE IS A RUN FLAT TYPE OF TIRE AND THE WEAR OF ALL FOUR TIRES WAS SEVERE ON THE INSIDE OF TIRE WHILE TREAD ACROSS THE REST OF THE TIRE WAS STILL SATISFACTORY","quote_2_odi":"11082125","quote_2_text":"BMW TECH LOOKED TIRES OVER AND FOUND REAR TIRES WORN THROUGH INNER EDGE TO THE POINT THAT IT APPEARS ONLY THE INNER LAYER OF RUBBER IS HOLDING THE TIRE TOGETHER","quote_3_odi":"10908077","quote_3_text":"TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SIGNALS LOW AIR PRESSURE EVERY WEEK ON INSTRUMENTATION. RUN-FLAT TIRES LOSE AIR WEEKLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11104512","quote_1_text":"EXPLODING SUNROOF. HAPPENED WITHOUT IMPACT, ON FREEWAY, NO NEARBY OVERPASS AND NOTHING TRAVELING TOWARDS VEHICLE. SOUNDED AND FELT LIKE A BOMB WAS GOING OFF, WHICH COULD HAVE BUT FORTUNATELY DID NOT CAUSE ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11103498","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ~75 MPH ON I-25 NORTH OF DENVER ON JUNE 22, 2018 ABOUT 1:30 PM AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. FEW CARS CLOSE TO ME","quote_3_odi":"11446428","quote_3_text":"The incident that happened to us was the shattered front panel sunroof while driving in a cold temperature on the highway. We don't believe this was caused by a rock because it should have cracked the whole panel but instead, it shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-surge-while-braking","label":"Vehicle surge during braking at stops","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"10926927","quote_1_text":"I WAS SLOWING TO A STOP AT A RED LIGHT ON A VERY BUSY STREET AND THE BRAKES IN MY X3 FAILED. INSTEAD OF SLOWING THE CAR DOWN - IT SPED UP AND CRASHED INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I PUSHED DOWN ON THE BRAKES AND THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10968350","quote_2_text":"WHILE STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED, BUT THE DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11589406","quote_3_text":"When slowing the vehicle down at a traffic light/stop with the goal of bringing the vehicle to a complete halt, as the vehicle decelerates to almost a stop with the foot firmly on the brake pedal, there have been several instances where the engine suddenly revs up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2016-uncommanded-park-at-stops","label":"Transmission shifts to Park at stops with start-stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11149963","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION - UNCOMMANDED CHANGE FROM DRIVE TO PARK THE AUTO START/STOP FEATURE TURNS THE CAR OFF WHEN YOU STOP AND BACK ON WHEN YOU START. THE FAULT IS THAT IT INTERMITTENTLY PUTS THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK OR NEUTRAL","quote_2_odi":"11479701","quote_2_text":"BUT, sometimes, when the engine turns on automatically, it will drop the transmission into PARK. So when you attempt to apply gas, the car will not move forward as it is not in gear. This is intermittent","quote_3_odi":"11674036","quote_3_text":"* in 2018, the car started automatically going into Park when the engine is running but at a stop (e.g. Stop light). This created a safety issue because the gear had to be reengaged into Drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11552414","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway my brakes failed. I had pushed the pedal all the way down and the vehicle was still moving. This caused a rear end collision. There were no warnings that appeared","quote_2_odi":"11244109","quote_2_text":"TWICE ON RAINY DAYS, WHEN STOPPING ON A HILL AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BRAKES WOULD NOT HOLD. LUCKILY THE LIGHT CHANGED AND I DID NOT HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I BROUGHT IT IN WITH ONCE,BUT NOTHING WAS \"WRONG\". I AM GOING TO TRY AGAIN THIS WEEK. I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR IN","quote_3_odi":"11228535","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY FOR APPROXIMATELY 40-50 MINUTES. TAKE EXIT, CRUISE TO OFF RAMP LIGHT, THE CAR IS IN MOTION AND THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THE CAR IN MOTION INITIALLY RESPONDS AND 3/4 OF THE WAY TO THE LIGHT (ALMOST AT INTERSECTION BRAKES FAIL, NO BRAKES AND THE CAR MAKES A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-coolant-pump-recall-delay","label":"Engine coolant pump failure and recall part delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11644158","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at 29 MPH, the engine overheated. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There was smoke coming from the vehicle. The contact was unaware of any warning lights being illuminated. The contact received","quote_2_odi":"11668545","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message that the \"Engine was Overheated\" was displayed on the instrument panel with the RPM elevated. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed with a","quote_3_odi":"11674996","quote_3_text":"NHTSA Recall Number24V608 It is been a year already and there is no remedy available for the recall yet. Scheduled multiple appointments with dealer and they don't have a remedy yet. I am concerned to drive the vehicle as i drive daily and can feel excessive heating in engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11445231","quote_1_text":"Car has broken down five times, each after having been driven several hours. Car suddenly looses power and dies. Will not restart- requires tow. All repair attempts have been made at BMW dealers. We have been placed in dangerous situations, including once with my six year old","quote_2_odi":"11538503","quote_2_text":"Experienced a sudden fuel system failure at speeds above 50 mph. The car's engine shutdown without notice and would not restart. Being told by my shop requires the replacement of the fuel pump control module. After researching on the internet seems a common problem that is often","quote_3_odi":"11559031","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The power train warning light was illuminated. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-passenger-restraint-sensor","label":"Passenger restraint system sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11706430","quote_1_text":"Seat mat sensor module which detects presence of passenger in the seat has malfunctioned sooner than expected","quote_2_odi":"11610535","quote_2_text":"Passenger seatbelt sensor warning failure","quote_3_odi":"11597565","quote_3_text":"Airbag malfunction. The warning on the car is PASSENGER RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11449782","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving on the NJ Turnpike, on the Highway for a few minutes when she heard a loud explosion. Nothing hit the Vehicle prior the explosion. A vehicle behind her saw the pieces of Sunroof blew out and notified her. She took the X3 to BMW and got a nice bill instead","quote_2_odi":"11449198","quote_2_text":"Heard a loud boom after just entering the highway and the front sunroof on my 2017 BMW x3 just exploded. Fortunately the cover was closed, most of the glass blew out upon the explosion. Driving around the speed limit at the time of the explosion. Took it the dealer and got a big","quote_3_odi":"11419219","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 mph, there was a loud abnormal sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. Moments later, the driver discovered that the glass sunroof had shattered. The cause of the failure was not determined. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall notification delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11021817","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - RECEIVED NOTICE FROM CLASS ACTION SETTLEMENT STATING THE TAKATA AIR BAGS ARE DEFECTIVE IN MY BMW. HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE AS OF YET. WOULD LIKE TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS","quote_2_odi":"11020889","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL RECEIVED NOTICE OF RECALL 1ST WEEK OF JULY, 2017. CONTACTED PERILLO BMW, 1035 N CLARK ST, CHICAGO, IL 60610, ON JULY 8, 2017. WAS TOLD THAT THE PART WAS NOT IN STOCK, AND THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO ORDER THE PART. I WAS TOLD THAT THEY WOULD CALL BACK WITHIN A WEEK OR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11351413","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BMW X3. THE CONTACT WAS ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT A STOP SIGN AND PRESSED DOWN ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE STOPPED IN FRONT AT THE STOP SIGN. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE","quote_2_odi":"11018637","quote_2_text":"AUGUST 19, 2017 I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AT A VERY LOW SPEED AND APPLIED THE BRAKES TO PARK. THE CAR AGGRESSIVELY ACCELERATED EVEN THOUGH MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THE CAR WENT THROUGH MY NEIGHBORS FENCES AND IT FINALLY STOPPED BETWEEN TWO GARAGES BEHIND MY PROPERTY ON THE NEXT","quote_3_odi":"11129293","quote_3_text":"THREE INCIDENTS OF UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION OF ENGINE, TWO WHILE PARKING ON CITY STREETS (APRIL 30 AND SEPT 12) AND ONE WHEN STOPPING AT RED LIGHT ON CITY STREET (AUG 1). CAR WAS IN DRIVE AND STARTED REVVING UNEXPECTEDLY AND IMMEDIATELY WENT TO OVER 7,000 RPM. I SHIFTED TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-brake-loss","label":"Loss of braking while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11469022","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal went to the floorboard while depressed; however, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11071958","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING AND WHEN I TRIED TO STOP BECAUSE THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME STOPPED. MY CAR HAD A BRAKE FAILURE AND CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. ABS AND/OR THE COLLUSION DETERRENT SYSTEM ENGAGED TO AVOID THIS ACCIDENT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-daytime-running-light","label":"Daytime running light failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11686664","quote_1_text":"Drivers left front daytime running lights failed after <4 years from warranty replacement. 3rd set of lights in under 7 years on this vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11686663","quote_2_text":"Front headlights were replaced under warranty after daytime running lights both stopped working in Oct. 2021. Similar problem now on 9/4/25 approximately 4 years later, and BMW is leaving me to foot the bill on a barely 7 year old vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-driver-assist-deactivation","label":"Driver assistance and camera system deactivation","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11696601","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving over 45 MPH, the Lane Departure and Blind Spot features deactivated unintendedly. The message that the system was deactivated was displayed…","quote_2_odi":"11533203","quote_2_text":"Rear camera is malfunctioning. It blinks and then goes black.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11634837","quote_1_text":"Digital dashboard which show speed, RPM, fuel, temp and other important information randomly goes blank while driving. It will come back on by itself or after restarting the car. This has happened many times.","quote_2_odi":"11636949","quote_2_text":"When the temperature is cold, the instrument cluster won’t turn on.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-liftgate-opening","label":"Uncommanded rear liftgate opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11573659","quote_1_text":"2018 BMW X3 M40i - after the car was washed in a car wash, the tailgate started opening and closing on its own. Would open all the way up, wait a few seconds then close all the way down and lock itself. It happened about 20 times until it stopped on its own…","quote_2_odi":"11534844","quote_2_text":"The trunk on the vehicle can be opened while on the freeway. If you bump the trunk open switch or key fob button the trunk will open even when the car is in motion leading to personal belongings being thrown all over the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Coolant leak from oil filter housing and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11730148","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate lost coolant through the oil cooler housing. I had to quickly get to the shoulder of the road having to cross several lanes of traffic. The car had to be towed. I had it towed to the dealership where I purchased it…","quote_2_odi":"11572318","quote_2_text":"The oil filter housing, which is made of plastic, cracked while the vehicle was running on the highway, leading to sudden loss of the all the coolant and engine overheating.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 24V534000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11625420","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…","quote_2_odi":"11638018","quote_2_text":"I cannot take the vehicle to the dealership to have the recall performed. I have spoken with the closest dealership and they will not provide a driver or towing services unless I pay for it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2018-seat-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11645117","quote_1_text":"Passenger Seat Occupancy mat in the seat failed which disabled the passenger airbags. So it is very unsafe to drive the car now. This problem applies to many other BMW cars for which the warranty was extended…","quote_2_odi":"11608576","quote_2_text":"Passneger occupancy sensor keeps failing due to a known issue with BMW X3 G01. Seat wiring circuit keeps experiencing electrical problems and failing to detect passenger. This can lead to airbags not deploying in the event of collision…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-cooling-system-coolant-leaks","label":"Coolant leaks and overheating from cooling system failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11700855","quote_1_text":"While driving my BMW X3, the engine suddenly failed after the check-engine light came on, which followed several days of intermittent high-temperature warnings","quote_2_odi":"11629958","quote_2_text":"The oil filter housing failed, which caused all of my coolant to leak out and the engine to overheat. My car had to be towed to a repair shop, as it would not hold any coolant","quote_3_odi":"11593807","quote_3_text":"The entire cooling system failed and RED WARNING light appeared leading to $6400 quote for repairs from BMW Seattle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-engine-mounts-collapse","label":"Engine or motor mounts collapse prematurely","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701838","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a manufacturing defect on BMW vehicles, specifically the 2019 BMW X3 with fewer than 40k miles. According to a vehicle inspection conducted at a BMW dealership on Saturday November 22, 2025, the motor mounts are collapsed","quote_2_odi":"11681326","quote_2_text":"On 7/3/25 took 2019 BMW X3 in for service & received a call that the Engine Mounts had collapsed and the repair would be $2,098.50 and to me a car with only 68K miles should not have this issue - first time in any car I've owned","quote_3_odi":"11665125","quote_3_text":"motor mounts are now replaced every 30k miles the part fails. this is quality and safty hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-lane-departure-vibration-failure","label":"Lane departure and blind-spot warning vibration failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11255435","quote_1_text":"UPON TESTING TO VERIFY THAT THESE FEATURES WERE FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, I DISCOVERED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION WARNING FEATURE DID NOT WORK","quote_2_odi":"11229039","quote_2_text":"THE LANE DEPARTURE WARNING SYSTEM ON MY NEW BMW X3 (PURCHASED MAY 3, 2019) DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11662556","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the blind side indicators did not detect passing vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11710937","quote_1_text":"Without warning, a bright red alert appeared on the dashboard of my 2019 BMW x3 and the vehicle suddenly applied full braking","quote_2_odi":"11290643","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY CITY STREET IN MOVING TRAFFIC THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ACTIVATED WITHOUT CAUSE","quote_3_odi":"11268819","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC BRAKING SPONTANEOUSLY ACTIVATED WITHOUT CAUSE. HAPPENED 2 TIMES. MOST RECENT INCIDENT CAUSED INJURIES TO THE DRIVER AND ALMOST CAUSED A SEVERE ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-shark-fin-ecall-water-intrusion","label":"Emergency call system failure from antenna water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11645351","quote_1_text":"Emergency Call System Malfunction warning message showed up on dashboard. Got it diagnosed at a BMW Dealer and they said there is a leak with the sharkfin antenna that allowed water to seep in and short the telematics control unit","quote_2_odi":"11730452","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's Telematics Control Box (TCB), located beneath the roof-mounted shark fin antenna, failed due to water intrusion and internal corrosion","quote_3_odi":"11636532","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the message \"Emergency Call System Notification Failure\" was displayed on the instrument cluster, causing the speedometer and the odometer to become inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters or explodes while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11361316","quote_1_text":"THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED WITH THE VEHICLE STOP AND WE INSIDE. THE GLASS BROKEN PIECES FELL ON THE COVER THAT WAS LUCKILY CLOSED","quote_2_odi":"11726843","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway at about 60 mph, the vehicle made a loud noise like a gunshot, and the sunroof exploded","quote_3_odi":"11522601","quote_3_text":"While driving normally down interstate the sunroof suddenly exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2019-tailgate-opens-unexpectedly","label":"Tailgate or hatch opens unexpectedly while parked or driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11181661","quote_1_text":"THE TAILGATE OPENED BY ITSELF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAD A SHORT LOCAL DRIVING BEFORE ENTERING THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11444948","quote_2_text":"On September 7, 2021, the tailgate of my 2019 BMW X3 opened on its own in my garage","quote_3_odi":"11424696","quote_3_text":"Tailgate suddenly opens without warning. Happened twice this month while car was parked and engine was turned off, as well as while car was stopped, in Park, and engine was running","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-differential-bolt-shear","label":"Rear differential mounting bolt shearing","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11525811","quote_1_text":"The issue is with the rear differential carrier bolt, Part # 33176760336. This bolt shears at the hex head and causes the differential assembly to misalign with the rest of the driveline components and causes further failures of the driveshaft and other items","quote_2_odi":"11531228","quote_2_text":"Was driving the vehicle home and while driving I heard a loud pop and a thump. Had the vehicle towed home to see that the real differential bolt had sheared off the head!","quote_3_odi":"11525877","quote_3_text":"Rear differential disconnected from vehicle due to mounting bolt snapping, rear differential was also previously replaced by bmw before I purchased vehicles due to rear differential failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-heat-management-module","label":"Heat Management Module drivetrain malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11749367","quote_1_text":"Heat Management Module HMM is bad. BMW used a plastic part that is right up against the engine block. This HMM Heat Management Module resulted in STOPPING the vehicle completely in the middle of the freeway","quote_2_odi":"11634326","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message \"Drivetrain Malfunction\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the heat management module needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11693285","quote_3_text":"Beginning Oct 1, 2025. The cars drivetrain warning came on intermittently until mechanics correctly diagnosed the issue. Thermostat valve failed to shut off properly causing the car to overheat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-knee-airbag-restraint-malfunction","label":"Passenger knee airbag restraint system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11585521","quote_1_text":"This is the message I get: \"Driver restraint system malfunction. Passenger knee airbag rewired to control module . Carefully drive to the closest service center","quote_2_odi":"11519390","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that the passenger’s side restraint system warning message was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the sensor failed to recognize an occupant seated in the passenger’s side seat","quote_3_odi":"11361557","quote_3_text":"REPEATED PASSENGER AIRBAG/ RESTRAINT SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. WHEN THIS FAULT HAPPENS, THE AIRBAGS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WILL NOT INFLATE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT, CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-oil-pump-failure","label":"Thermoplastic oil pump failure in B58TU engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11745794","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 BMW X3 M40i, VIN [XXX], manufactured November 2019, now at approximately 100,000 miles, equipped with the B58TU engine. My oil level sensor stopped completing measurements at approximately 45,000 miles, a known precursor to thermoplastic oil pump failure","quote_2_odi":"11720172","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle began to shake with the message, \"Pull Over Engine Oil Pressure Low Pull Over Stop Driving to Avoid Engine Failure\"","quote_3_odi":"11709973","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The variable displacement oil pump contains a plastic (Duoplex) internal adjusting ring/vane carrier that is known to become brittle and shatter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-recall-25v636-starter","label":"Starter failure under open recall 25V636","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11724444","quote_1_text":"Component Failed: Engine starter relay and starter motor assembly. The vehicle stalled in traffic and ignited upon a restart attempt. The vehicle is a total loss, currently held by [Insurance Co] at [Location/Lot #], and is available for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11705100","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the fire risk was a major concern","quote_3_odi":"11706506","quote_3_text":"Appears to be related to recall 25V636. Vehicle is 2020 BMW X3 M40i, equipped with same engine as the Supra (B58). Engine would not start with the push of the \"start button\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11694426","quote_1_text":"So this just happened today - I was driving my 2020 BMW X3 on the freeway, cruising around 80 mph. No cars around me, no rocks, nothing hit the car… and suddenly, BANG! It sounded like a gunshot or small explosion","quote_2_odi":"11466446","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, without warning, there was an explosion from the roof of the car which startled me and almost caused me to lose control of the vehicle. I pulled over and found that the panoramic sunroof had exploded","quote_3_odi":"11355601","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME, WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE (EXPLOSION) AND AFTER PULLING OFF THE ROAD, WE FOUND THE SUN ROOF HAD A LARGE HOLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"bmw-x3-2020-water-intrusion-electrical","label":"Water intrusion from roof antenna and sunroof drains","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11729299","quote_1_text":"I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding a defect in my 2020 BMW X3 that has resulted in the failure of a critical emergency safety system. The vehicle displayed an error message indicating an “Emergency Call System Malfunction.”","quote_2_odi":"11700603","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the emergency sensor warning light illuminated, as well as the camera system, the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light, and the key proximity features malfunctioned","quote_3_odi":"11624584","quote_3_text":"Vehicle began intermittently turning lights on and off while parked and driving. Upon dealer inspection, sunroof frame failed causing water to leak and corrode the VDP module which controls items like the headlights and suspension","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-b58tu-oil-pump-plastic-failure","label":"B58TU engine oil pump plastic component fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729361","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a potential safety defect in BMW vehicles equipped with the B58TU engine, primarily model years 2019–2021. These vehicles use an oil pump containing an internal plastic component responsible for regulating oil pressure. This component has been reported to fracture…","quote_2_odi":"11655225","quote_2_text":"The oil pump failed and needs to be replaced. Yes it is available for inspection.  If the pump does not get replaced, the oil will not flow through the car like it's supposed to and the engine could seize up and stop working.  My dealership confirmed that the oil pump has…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-cargo-rail-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Interior cargo rail recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11625257","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The…","quote_2_odi":"11618788","quote_2_text":"In July 2024, BMW recalled 291,112 X3 models from 2018 to 2023 due to a risk of the interior cargo rail detaching in a crash. The attachment bolts for the rail could become damaged, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.    What is taking so long to get this fixed?  Seems…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-forward-collision-aebs-false-activation","label":"Forward collision automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516916","quote_1_text":"Traveling on 2 lane road with no cars around, bright day, 2:30pm about 40mph. Emergency braking beeped twice and immediately slammed on the brakes. Not sure what it thought it saw- tree shadows? The feature was set to medium. If another car was behind us it would have slammed…","quote_2_odi":"11629071","quote_2_text":"The malfunction involves the collision warning system and sudden braking functionality. The dealership inspection identified a problem with the KAFAS (camera) unit, specifically its housing being deformed from heat, which affected the functionality of the collision sensor and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-oil-coolant-leak-heat-mgmt-module","label":"Coolant and oil leak at heat management module","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11752053","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was diagnosed at BMW of Manhasset, an authorized BMW dealer, with a coolant leak originating from the heat management module and oil filter housing.   This is not ordinary wear and tear. BMW's own service bulletin SIB 11 10 25 identifies this failure mode as a known…","quote_2_odi":"11655225","quote_2_text":"The oil pump failed and needs to be replaced. Yes it is available for inspection.  If the pump does not get replaced, the oil will not flow through the car like it's supposed to and the engine could seize up and stop working.  My dealership confirmed that the oil pump has failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-starter-motor-no-start","label":"Starter motor failure and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749372","quote_1_text":"2021 BMW X3 M40i VIN# [XXX] Starter failed with the following BMW codes: [XXX] Starter Malfunction was displayed on the Dash and car took multiple attempts or waiting 10 seconds to start. I had the starter replaced by the Dealer, who confirmed the starter required replacing. I…","quote_2_odi":"11730231","quote_2_text":"On March 31, 2026, the vehicle stalled at a stop light and displayed the message “car can be restarted in XX seconds.” After the timed period elapsed and a few restart attempts, the vehicle would not start and had to be towed to Sewell BMW Mini of Plano, Texas. The service…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-starter-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Starter recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734078","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…","quote_2_odi":"11708768","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted several times and confirmed that the part for the recall repair…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11462110","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the sunroof fractured with some pieces of glass detaching from the sunroof assembly. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The…","quote_2_odi":"11420948","quote_2_text":"I was driving on I-10 W in Phoenix Arizona with my husband on Thursday June 10th, 2021 when we heard a loud glass shattering sound.  I immediately looked for a place to park or exit.  I thought maybe someone was shooting at our vehicle in the freeway.  I tried changing lane as…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2021-vehicle-speed-control-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control overspeed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11414757","quote_1_text":"3 TIMES TODAY SHORTLY AFTER ENGAGING CRUISE CONTROL AND SETTING IT TO 75MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED QUICKLY TO OVER 90MPH AND HAD TO BE MANUALLY DISENGAGED. WHEN THIS HAPPENED, I DID NOT HAVE MY FOOT ON THE GAS AND DIDN'T PRESS ANY OF THE CRUISE CONTROL BUTTONS EXCEPT TO…","quote_2_odi":"11550565","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving approximately 3 MPH, and slowing to park the vehicle, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-cargo-rail-recall-parts","label":"Rear cargo rail recall parts unavailability","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11624245","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V534000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…","quote_2_odi":"11609180","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding the recall on my 2022 BMW X3, which involves the interior rear cargo rails. The recall, added to the NHTSA database over a month ago, indicates that in an extreme rear crash, the attachment between the rear cargo rail and the vehicle body…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-drivetrain-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11454264","quote_1_text":"Limpmode: Life Threatening failure of vehicle shutting down accelerating in heavy traffic in speeds over 70 mph. On 9 Nov 22 I was driving on interstate to take my wife to her radiation appointment. Within 1 mile of exit, traveling in far-right lane in 4 lanes of heavy traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11525698","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The service vehicle warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that a message displayed on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment smoke and fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11688575","quote_1_text":"While driving, noticed smoke coming from under the hood. Immediately pulled in a parking lot where the smoke turned to fire and burned the entire car by the time fire dept arrived. I was the only person in the car and was luckily able to exit the vehicle before the actual fire started…","quote_2_odi":"11463417","quote_2_text":"My BMW X3 was less then 1 month old with less then 200 miles. On the way home around 11PM I noticed sparks and some coming out the hood. I pulled to the side of the road and as soon as I stepped out of the car flames were coming out from under the car, drivers door. Called 911…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-kafas-camera-bracket","label":"KAFAS camera windshield bracket heat deformation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11542855","quote_1_text":"Mount for BMW KAFAS camera melts/deforms in the heat (normal exposure). This causes the camera to become uncalibrated and disables Pedestrian avoidance braking as well as lane keep assist. I am unsure what other functions are unavailable. After 2+ months of waiting for a new part…","quote_2_odi":"11526962","quote_2_text":"The clips that hold the KAFAS camera system are faulty and easily break. The KAFAS unit gets exceptionally hot and damages the clips causing the unit to go out of alignment and then cause all of the safety features to fail. The fact that you have to replace the whole windshield…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-liftgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11629976","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the contact looking in the rearview mirror and became aware that the tailgate had opened. The contact pulled over and closed the tailgate. The contact stated that while entering the garage, the tailgate opened…","quote_2_odi":"11489905","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway my rear hatch opened and I was not given any warning that the hatch was open. My car was full of luggage on our return trip to florida and I could not see that the hatch had opened. We lost boxes that were in the trunk. It could have been a lot worse…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-oil-filter-housing-coolant","label":"Oil filter housing coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11737643","quote_1_text":"Oil Filter Housing leak confirmed on my 2022 BMW X3 M40i. My current odomoter reading is at 47K miles and I was told that I could have a catastrophic failure of my engine if not repaired. I am several weeks out of my warranty expiration date and am frustrated that BMW won't honor…","quote_2_odi":"11739418","quote_2_text":"The oil filter housing failed and needed to be replaced due to be leaking coolant.. after changed that the failure of the water pump started to failed and engine started to spike high temperatures..","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature OEM tire wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11677606","quote_1_text":"Subject: Tire Safety Concern – BMW OEM Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season (UTQG 500) 245 50 R19 I am writing to raise a serious vehicle safety concern involving the BMW OEM Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season tires that came factory-installed on my leased 2022 BMW X3. These tires are labeled…","quote_2_odi":"11569381","quote_2_text":"Only 18,000 miles driven and they are down to 3/32nds. Unacceptable. Vehicle is a 2022 BMW and tires have been rotated and tire pressure checked weekly. Completely unsafe now.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11746577","quote_1_text":"On June 23, 2026 around 3:30pm, we were driving 70 mph on an interstate (I40) and the panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered on our BMW X3. We were not struck by anything and there was no inclement weather or extreme heat. The sunshade was pulled so we were not hit by the glass…","quote_2_odi":"11734760","quote_2_text":"While driving, my sunroof spontaneously exploded/shattered and rained glass onto me while driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2024-key-detection-system-failure","label":"Keyless entry system failing to detect key absence","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701812","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety defect involving a 2024 BMW X3 xDrive30i. The vehicle continued operating for several miles with no key inside the vehicle, and at no point did the car display a “Key Not Detected” warning, icon, or audible alert","quote_2_odi":"11707665","quote_2_text":"I am submitting a supplemental update to my existing safety complaint regarding my BMW vehicle. On December 29, 2025, additional safety-related malfunctions occurred while the vehicle was parked and without the key present","quote_3_odi":"11709332","quote_3_text":"This submission is a supplemental update to my existing NHTSA complaint regarding my BMW X3. On [XXX], at approximately [XXX], while the vehicle was traveling approximately 40 MPH with the doors locked, the rear passenger door opened while the vehicle was in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2024-latch-recall-door-opening","label":"Rear door opening under latch recall 25V106000","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11645622","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact stated that while making a left turn at 20 MPH, a warning chime sounded followed by an alert on the instrument panel which indicated that the rear passenger’s side door had opened with a child strapped in a car seat by the door","quote_2_odi":"11645612","quote_2_text":"Before I heard about the recall, about 1 week prior while we were on the highway my son was as in his car seat and we were about few mile to our destination his door unlocked and opened","quote_3_odi":"11657796","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V106000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2024-rear-cross-traffic-alert-failure","label":"Rear cross-traffic and back-over alert failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11627010","quote_1_text":"Rear cross traffic alert safety feature does not work as advertised and is poorly implemented on my 2024 BMW X3","quote_2_odi":"11622469","quote_2_text":"PROBLEM: I recently had incidents when the RAB (rear automatic brake) on the 2024 BMW X-3 vehicle DID NOT WORK on multiple","quote_3_odi":"11589802","quote_3_text":"There are no audible alerts and insufficient visual alerts to indicate when cross traffic is approaching from the rear left or rear right of the vehicle while backing up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2024-sunroof-moonroof-cracking","label":"Sunroof and panoramic moonroof cracking or shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749474","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the interstate at about 65-70 MPH when the sunroof exploded without apparent cause","quote_2_odi":"11588814","quote_2_text":"I was driving on an interstate in Utah near Park City in a rented car (BMW X3) and the sunroof exploded suddenly and without warning","quote_3_odi":"11620873","quote_3_text":"Whenever the vehicle is driven, despite the temperature, the panoramic moon roof cracks and creaks and sounds like it is going to break","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2024-unintended-acceleration-brake-fail","label":"Unintended acceleration with ineffective braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742130","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 BMW X3. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, attempting to park the vehicle in the park the vehicle, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle unintendedly accelerated independently causing the vehicle to drove over the curb","quote_2_odi":"11740159","quote_2_text":"I started to pull forward from a pharmacy drive-through at an intended low speed (approximately10/15 mph) for a right turn onto a driveway","quote_3_odi":"11638763","quote_3_text":"As I was pulling into a parking stall at work, I pressed on the brake and the vehicle did not stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-driver-assistance-deactivation","label":"Driver Assistance Professional Package deactivation at speed","component_code":"STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11727843","quote_1_text":"While actively driving at speed, the vehicle's Driving Assistance Professional Package (DAPP) completely deactivated without warning. This caused an immediate, unexpected loss of both adaptive cruise control and active lane-keeping steering assistance, requiring sudden manual emergency intervention...","quote_2_odi":"11727845","quote_2_text":"While actively driving at speed this loaner vehicle, the vehicle's Driving Assistance Professional Package (DAPP) completely deactivated without warning. This caused an immediate, unexpected loss of both adaptive cruise control and active lane-keeping steering assistance...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-fire-after-parking","label":"Vehicle fire tied to starter-generator connection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-05 -> 2025-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11663080","quote_1_text":"On May 26, 2025, after I arrived home and parked my 2025 BMW X3, the vehicle caught fire approximately 30 minutes later. The fire started due to a known recall issue (NHTSA Recall No. 25V202) related to the electrical/starter-generator connection...","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-forward-collision-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance braking behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 -> 2025-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11643698","quote_1_text":"While driving away from a stop sign in clear bright daylight weather conditions, the car automatically instituted an emergency stop almost causing the car behind me to rear end my car. I am assuming that it was the \"drive off safety feature\" and after turning off that safety feature and had no repeat...","quote_2_odi":"11688420","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving our 2025 BMW X3 in traffic and when the car in front braked suddenly. She tried to change lanes but clipped the car in front, resulting in nearly $22 thousand in damages. BMW's review of the car's \"black box\" purportedly shows that the Forward Collision Mitigation system engaged...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-headlight-windshield-shadow","label":"Headlight shadow across windshield","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11737246","quote_1_text":"The headlights have a shadow half way down the windshield making it very difficult to see at night. We don't feel safe driving when it is dark out. We took it to the dealer the end of January they saw what we were talking about...","quote_2_odi":"11711233","quote_2_text":"When using the headlights there is a shadow across the top half of our windshield. The dealership was not able to fix, they acknowledged they could see what we are referring to. They are going to file a report with BMW...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-infotainment-display-blackout","label":"Center display and digital display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 -> 2025-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11708119","quote_1_text":"I am submitting a safety complaint regarding a recurring infotainment system failure involving the 2025/2026 BMW X3. While driving, the center display screen suddenly blacks out, which creates a serious safety hazard. This issue first occurred with my personal BMW X3...","quote_2_odi":"11689565","quote_2_text":"The digital display went blank and no controls on the display . This has happened multiple times. We have reported it to the dealership. However this is a significant problem to loose all digital displays while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-loss-of-propulsion-drivetrain","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion with drivetrain malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11724957","quote_1_text":"On Feb. 25th, 2026, while driving at high speeds (about 45 mph), the vehicle suffered a sudden and total loss of motive power. Diagnostic reports(DIACODE: D6121_00000000_01_901) later confirmed a failing 12V battery system with only 37% startability limit...","quote_2_odi":"11645729","quote_2_text":"Car suddenly wouldnt start and gave drivetrain malfunction. Had to get towed to dealer. Car is a 2025 X3 that is less than a month old and 600 miles driven so practically brand new.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-starter-generator-recall-unavailable","label":"Starter-generator battery cable recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11664529","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 BMW X3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V202000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted...","quote_2_odi":"11655649","quote_2_text":"I am reporting an unresolved safety recall (NHTSA Recall Number: 25V202) on my 2025 BMW X3 (VIN: [XXX] ). The recall is related to a defect in the electrical connection between the starter-generator and the positive battery cable...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X3","model_slug":"x3","cluster_id":"x3-2025-steering-noise","label":"Steering noise and changed steering effort","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 -> 2025-11","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11698707","quote_1_text":"Started the car and received a \"Changed Steering effort\" error. Car is currently undrivable as the power steering is not working at all. Dealer indicates this is a \"known issue\" and the steering rack may need to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11657070","quote_2_text":"When parking, parked or when I put it in drive and turn the wheel to drive off turning Steering wheel there is a deep gridding noise. Comment: This could be due to issues with the steering wheel assembly, suspension component, a sign of manufactory defects in the bearings, bushings...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-egr-cooler-exhaust-cabin","label":"EGR cooler crack allows exhaust into cabin","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10499597","quote_1_text":"2010 BMW X5 3.5 DIESEL WAS BROUGHT IN FOR SERVICE TO DIAGNOSE EXHAUST SMELL IN THE CABIN. DIAGNOSTICS UNVEILED A CRACKED EGR COOLER THAT ALLOWED RAW EXHAUST FUMES TO ENTER THE CABIN, POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING TO DRIVER AND PASSENGERS","quote_2_odi":"10654004","quote_2_text":"MAJOR EXHAUST SMELL BUILD UP IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE WHEN BACKING UP, STOPPING OR SLOWING DOWN FOR A CORNER/TURN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-engine-stall-no-warning","label":"Sudden engine stall without warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10954952","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW X5. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10723867","quote_2_text":"ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS MY BMW X5 HAS LOST ENGINE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY. IT HAS HAPPENED AFTER DRIVING A FEW HOURS. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY LOSES POWER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-idler-pulley-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss from idler pulley bolt failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10552773","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE LOST STEERING CONTROL. ON THE NIGHT OF JULY 12 I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN AND ALL OF A SUDDEN STEERING BECOME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN AND EXTREMELY STIFF","quote_2_odi":"11091513","quote_2_text":"A BOLT CONNECTING THE ALTERNATOR TO THE MOTOR HAS BROKEN OFF CAUSING THE SERPENTINE BELT TO COME OFF RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-passenger-airbag-seat-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor disables airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11421514","quote_1_text":"SRS failure on the passenger front seat air bag. BMW has many safety issues with the Code OC3. Passenger seat occupancy mat failure, seat pad requires replacement at a cost of $2,000 BMW is aware and is tone deaf to this safety defect","quote_2_odi":"11420849","quote_2_text":"Passenger Seat Occupancy Mat is not working when a passenger is seated in the car. The result is the SRS Air Bang will not deploy in a auto accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10924699","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BMW X5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V071000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10863027","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL...RECEIVED LETTER INFORMING THAT RECALLED TAKATA AIRBAGS ARE ON MY CAR. I CALLED DEALER TO GET IT FIXED AND WAS TOLD THEY HAVE NO PARTS. I CALLED MAIN BMW CORPORATE HQ AND WAS TOLD THEY HAD NOTHING FOR ME AND OFFERED NO HELP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2010,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2010-vanos-bolt-recall-delay","label":"VANOS bolt failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11441363","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was covered under a 10 year BMW limited extended warranty to address factory defective bolts that caused a dangerous failure of the VANOS system (bolts backing out) - which can be read about in service bulletin SB-10057335-7958 or SI B01 10 14","quote_2_odi":"11056120","quote_2_text":"ON SUNDAY 12/03 I SUDDENLY HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE WHILE ACCELERATING AND IMMEDIATELY REACHED THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE THE CAR CHECKED. THE DIAGNOSIS I RECEIVED IS THAT THERE HAS BEEN A FATAL FAILURE OF BEARING THAT CAUSE THE ENGINE TO GET DAMAGED AND IN NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-auxiliary-water-pump-overheat","label":"Auxiliary water pump failure with engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10960158","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, I HEARD A LOUD FAN NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I DID A QUICK SYSTEMS CHECK TO SEE IF ALL SYSTEMS WERE OK- THEY WERE. ABOUT 1/10 OF A MILE LATER, MY CAR INDICATED THAT IT WAS OVERHEATING AND THAT I HAD REDUCED POWER","quote_2_odi":"11451349","quote_2_text":"my vehicle has symptoms of the auxiliary water pump for turbocharger going bad. Th epump is noisy, and smells very hot/burnt","quote_3_odi":"11101638","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW X5. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE DUE TO A FAILURE WITH THE AUXILIARY WATER PUMP. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT AND PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING PAST 35 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-def-scr-tank-sensor-failure","label":"DEF tank sensor failure triggering check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11413553","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BMW X5. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 62 MPH, THE PASSIVE TANK LEVEL SENSOR FAILED. THE CONTACT THAT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE THEN WENT INTO LIMP MODE NOT ALLOWING HIM TO EXCEED 50 MPH WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11253427","quote_2_text":"I HAVE AN 2011 X5 DIESEL. I GOT ENGINE LIGHT ON BECAUSE OF PASSIVE TANK PROBLEM. I LOVE THE CAR BUT THIS CAR HAS SO MANY SES LIGHTS AFTER I GOT IT","quote_3_odi":"10995519","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY PURCHASED 2011 BMW X5D. VEHICLE HAD 147, 068 MILES. AFTER DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED FOR LESS THAN 100 MILES FROM THE PURCHASE POINT, CEL CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-egr-cooler-diesel-fumes-cabin","label":"EGR cooler leak with diesel exhaust fumes in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11642373","quote_1_text":"EGR failure where the diesel emissions come into the cabin via the hvac system Dealer said the EGR cooler needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11171426","quote_2_text":"LEAKING EGR COOLER. DEALER STATED THAT IF ISSUE IS NOT REPAIRED A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD EXISTS","quote_3_odi":"11193664","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUE STARTED WITH EXHAUST FUME IN THE CABIN FOR 2-3 DAYS. FOLLOWED BY AIR LEAKING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE BAY ON LOW RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-electrical-wiring-fire","label":"Electrical wiring failure resulting in fire or smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11675041","quote_1_text":"The comfort access door handle, got so hot it started to melt the plastic exterior handle and produce a lot of smoke would have caught fire if i didn't turn off car and disconnect electrical signal to the cas handle","quote_2_odi":"10991810","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN GARAGE AT HOME AND RANDOMLY BURST INTO FLAMES AT APPROXIMATELY 2AM. FIRE CAUSED OVER $800,000 IN DAMAGE AND HOME TOOK WELL OVER A YEAR TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11098631","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 BMW X5. AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE OVERNIGHT, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED FLAMES AND SMOKE INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE THE FOLLOWING MORNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-front-driveshaft-transfer-case","label":"Front driveshaft and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10965742","quote_1_text":"2011 BMW X5 35I XDRIVE - MY DRIVE SHAFT BROKE (VIOLENT BANGING NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR) WHILE I WAS GOING 65 MILES PER HOUR ON THE FREEWAY CAUSING ME TO SWERVE TO THE LEFT LANE BACK OVER TO THE RIGHT LANE. SUPER LUCKY THAT I BARELY MISSED HITTING THE CARS NEXT TO ME!","quote_2_odi":"11434368","quote_2_text":"Under normal driving conditions on city roads the universal joint literally shattered. There is no aftermarket upgrades and no unlicensed work done the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11010340","quote_3_text":"IT APPEARS THAT THE BMW X5 35I HAS THIS ISSUE WITH THE TRANSFER CASE ON A HUGE NUMBER OF THE VEHICLES. WHILE THERE IS A RECALL ON SOME VIN #'S I FEEL THAT IT IS IMPERATIVE TO EXTEND IT TO ALL OF THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-idler-pulley-bolt-steering-loss","label":"Idler pulley bolt failure with loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11151426","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A LOCAL ROAD AT 40 MPH IN A STRAIGHT LINE, THERE WAS A LOUD, VERY SHORT LIVED NOISE IN THE ENGINE AND I IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER STEERING. MY SERPENTINE BELT FAILED AND I LIMPED HOME WITHOUT POWER STEERING, BATTERY CHARGING, ETC","quote_2_odi":"11111406","quote_2_text":"IDLER PULLEY BOLT BROKE FOR SECOND TIME IN 5 MONTHS. IN FEBRUARY, FIRST OCCURRENCE, CAR WAS STATIONARY. CAR WAS REPAIRED UNDER RECALL BY LOCAL MECHANIC. SECOND OCCURRENCE ON JUNE 29, CAR WAS IN MOTION ENTERING A TRAFFIC ROTARY","quote_3_odi":"11083309","quote_3_text":"PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 12V550000 A REPLACEMENT OF THE IDLER PULLEY BOLT RECALL WAS CONDUCTED DUE TO GRAVE PUBLIC SAFETY CONCERNS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11044075","quote_1_text":"I HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL LETTERS ABOUT THE AIRBAG RECALL IN THE PAST YEAR A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO JACKIE COOPER OF EDMOND OK SAID THEY HAD THE PART I TOOK MY X5D IN FOR 3 DAYS BUT WHEN I PICKED IT UP THEY HAD NOT REPLACED EITHER AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"10938800","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED THE FIRST RECALL LETTER 11 MONTHS AGO FOR THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND THE 2ND RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IN MAY OF 2016. I AM STILL BEING TOLD THERE IS NO RESOLUTION AS OF YET","quote_3_odi":"11240850","quote_3_text":"ME AND MY KIDS WERE DRIVING OUR 2011 BMW X5, WE WENT TO A FULL STOP ON THE FREEWAY, A SEMI WAS DRIVING TOO FAST BEHIND US, THE SEMI WAS ON ITS WAY TO CRUSHING ME AND MY THREE DAUGHTERS IN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2011,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2011-vanos-timing-bolt-stall","label":"VANOS timing bolt failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11736796","quote_1_text":"There's currently an open recall for a number of BMW engines involving aluminum bolts in the vanos assembly that shear, strip, and break off completely","quote_2_odi":"11244342","quote_2_text":"VANOS BOLTS ON EXHAUST CAM SHEARED OFF WHILE DRIVING AT HWY SPEEDS RESULTING IN ENGINE MALFUNCTION, REDUCED POWER TO A NO START CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11088795","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE VANOS SYSTEM. AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH FULL TRAFFIC, MY ENGINE FAILED AT 70 MPH CAUSING TO ME ALMOST GET KILLED IN TRAFFIC AS I FOUGHT MY WAY THE THE SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-airbag-restraint-malfunction","label":"Airbag and restraint system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11707095","quote_1_text":"During a recent auto collision my airbags did not deploy. I swerved to avoid another vehicle entering the intersection from my left, he hit my rear left driver's side quarter panel and I subsequently hit a tree. This was noted by the paramedics first on scene as well as by the","quote_2_odi":"11318029","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY THE AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON AFTER A LOUD POP NOISE WAS HEARD ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD. WE THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BMW FOR A SAFETY INSPECTION. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED INITIAL REPORT WHERE THEY CLAIM THE AIRBAG HAS FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11503357","quote_3_text":"\"Driver restraint malfunction\" appeared on the vehicle's dashboard. Brought car to dealership for investigation,and they suggested replacing the unused airbag with a new airbag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-driveshaft-transfer-case","label":"Front driveshaft and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11590640","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle was making an abnormal banging sound. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11451257","quote_2_text":"Our 2016 BMW X 5 axle is broken. Can't drive ( very loud noise ) steering and directional control are a safety risk. We purchased new on 9/19/2015 and are the original owners . The car has approximately 60,000. plus miles on it. Living in Ketchum ID we have had all service and","quote_3_odi":"11408181","quote_3_text":"FRONT DRIVESHAFT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO EXCESS WEAR, PERHAPS TRANSFER CASE AS WELL. VERY SIMILAR TO SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN 17V-138:FROM APRIL/2017 (SAME ISSUE, MY MODEL IS ONE YEAR OLDER THAN RECALL NOTICE), BUT BMW NA WILL NOT COVER THE REPAIR COST FOR THIS DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure after recall repair","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11657914","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the repair failed to prevent the failure from occurring. The contact stated that on three separate occasions, the same recall","quote_2_odi":"11617222","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The message \"Drivetrain Failure\" was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to a dealer where it","quote_3_odi":"11476886","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V907000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11585584","quote_1_text":"While running house errands April 26,2024, late in the afternoon around 4:15 pm to 4:30 pm or so estimated BMW X5 suddenly shutdown in the middle of road from a major stop light intersection with no warning signs displayed on the dashboard no display of any indicators on the","quote_2_odi":"11463003","quote_2_text":"While I was stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle started giving warning after warning. This included \"Drive Train Failure\", \"Cannot Charge\", \"Roll over detection\" etc. Then the car went into Neutral and would not move. That stranded me in a very unsafe location in the middle","quote_3_odi":"11389407","quote_3_text":"MY 2016 BMW X5 E40 STALLED AND LOST ALL PROPULSION POWER MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, THE FIRST TIME AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND THE SUBSEQUENT TIMES AT AROUND 25 MPH, FORCING ME TO DRIVE THE CAR ONTO THE SHOULDER AND TRY TO RESTART IT. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ANY KIND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-sunroof-drain-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion causing electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11700942","quote_1_text":"Because of this water intrusion, the following safety systems have malfunctioned or failed: • ABS and DSC (stability control) warnings • Chassis stabilization warning • Frontal collision and pedestrian warning malfunction • Airbag system warning • Loss of audible warning tones •","quote_2_odi":"11479378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact stated that the sunroof drain was faulty, causing water to leak into the dash and damage the interior lights and windshield wiper function. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with water damage from the sunroof","quote_3_odi":"11479374","quote_3_text":"BMW NA is aware of this problem with the sunroof leaking water on the dashboard and damaging the electrical of the car. BMW NA is colluding with the dealers to inform customers they are clogged to charge them money for a clog that is non existent. The sun roof are not clogged as","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11731996","quote_1_text":"Spontaneous sunroof shatter","quote_2_odi":"10949483","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BMW X5. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 8,140","quote_3_odi":"11182570","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE FREEWAY AT AROUND 70 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY THE SUNROOF \"EXPLODED\" WITH A LOUD NOISE AND THE GLASS CAME DOWN. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED AT THAT TIME. THERE WAS NO OBVIOUS CAUSE OR IMPACT AND I WAS NOT AWARE OF ANY PRIOR DAMAGE TO THE GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2016-water-pump-eme-fault","label":"Water pump recall repair not resolving EME fault","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735914","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5 PHEV. The vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM), but the failure persisted. The contact stated that a month after the repairs were completed, the coolant connector would stay on","quote_2_odi":"11646981","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_3_odi":"11633078","quote_3_text":"My water pump recall involves an electrical short circuits, that has disrupted other nearby electrical components, like the temperature sensor. • The water pump short-circuit is causing an oil leak directly that is putting a strain the engine and turbo system. • Additionally, a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-coolant-pump-overheat","label":"Coolant pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11609769","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and failed to exceed 35 MPH. During the failure, a message that the engine had overheated was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11622638","quote_2_text":"Radiator fan assembly malfunctioning causing engine to overheat. Upon replacing fan assembly vehicle is still overheating. Water pump and thermostat needs to be replaced as well as connectors","quote_3_odi":"11676273","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated with several unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, the vehicle lost electrical functions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-diesel-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11170627","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET, VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED. WAS ABLE TO KEEP THE VEHICLE ROLLING INTO A PARKING LOT. WOULD NOT RE-START AND WOULD NOT ENGAGE TO NEUTRAL FOLLOWING EMERGENCY PARK RELEASE PROCEDURE. BMW INSPECTED AND FOUND CATASTROPHIC FUEL PUMP FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11443277","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V586000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11429454","quote_3_text":"On July 30, 2021, my 2017 BMW X5 35d, which had only about 49,000 miles on it and which had been serviced only six weeks before, died without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-drivetrain-malfunction-stall","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11531150","quote_1_text":"Drive train malfunction message populated for first time, advised could continue at moderate speed","quote_2_odi":"11457200","quote_2_text":"My BWW X5 hybrid give me a sudden error in the middle of the road. The error was Drive train malfunction and suddenly it stopped couple of seconds after the warning","quote_3_odi":"11192376","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SHUT OFFS WHILE IN OPERATION (IN MOTION GOING 70 MPH), PUTS ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN NO MATTER THE SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-rear-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11501220","quote_1_text":"Second time rear suspension dropped, less that 30K miles since last repair","quote_2_odi":"11329377","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FROM A STOP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE REAR SUSPENSION RESPONDED BEFORE THE FRONT SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"11140891","quote_3_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO MANUFACTURER SELLING NEW VEHICLE WITH DEFECTIVE AXLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof or moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11565842","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the sunroof shattered without impact","quote_2_odi":"11419432","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway at approximately 55mph when the sunroof exploded. Fortunately the sunroof sliding cover was closed and the glass did not enter the car","quote_3_odi":"11308108","quote_3_text":"I WAS ENJOYING MY DRIVE AND COULD NOT SEE A CAR INFRONT OR BEHIND MY FOR MILES-OUT OF NOWHERE, I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A LOUD SHOTGUN EXPLOSION INSIDE THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2017,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2017-tire-tread-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11508666","quote_1_text":"I purchased (2) Scorpion Pirelli Verde run flat 255/50R19 107H MS All Season tires from Orr BMW, Shreveport Louisiana on 02/10/2023","quote_2_odi":"11267136","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE DRIVER VEERED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD WHERE THE CONTACT NOTICED THE TREAD SEPARATED FROM THE REAR TIRES","quote_3_odi":"11360485","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON THE DAY THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER DUE TO LOW TIRE PRESSURE ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-drivetrain-malfunction-loss-of-power","label":"Drivetrain malfunction with loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11585499","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X5. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to 15 MPH. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and restarted but was not able to accelerate above 5 MPH for a short period.…","quote_2_odi":"11436591","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the number 1 lane (leftmost lane) when the dashboard display indicated there was a transmission fault and warned that I should pull over to a safe spot immediately. With the vehicle rapidly slowing, I had to maneuver through traffic to the right side of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-egr-cooler-intake-manifold-leak","label":"EGR cooler and intake manifold coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11732848","quote_1_text":"EGR system coolant leak and white smoke from exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11664699","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart. After restarting the vehicle, the contact…","quote_3_odi":"11646189","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X5. The contact stated that after restarting the vehicle, while driving approximately 10 MPH, there was black smoke coming from the exhaust pipes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the EGR cooler and intake manifold…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-eme-hybrid-electrical-failure","label":"Electric motor electronics failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11734949","quote_1_text":"On March 9, 2026, I brought the vehicle to BMW of Fairfax for a scheduled appointment. In the week leading up to the visit, the vehicle intermittently failed to start and required jump-starting using a portable battery starter. Despite this issue, the car drove normally, showed…","quote_2_odi":"11718491","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e Recall: NHTSA Safety Recall 24V-608 Complaint Description: My 2018 BMW X5 xDrive40e experienced a sudden Electric Motor Electronics (EME) failure that rendered the vehicle inoperable. This occurred before the recall remedy for NHTSA Safety Recall…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-fuel-system-stall-recall","label":"Stalling tied to recall 24V608000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11675079","quote_1_text":"On July 9, while accelerating on a busy freeway during rush hour, the car stalled in the middle lane and was unable to be driven off to the side. I called 911 and a tow truck came to tow the vehicle. The problem was diagnosed by BMW as the high pressure fuel pump, which was…","quote_2_odi":"11665879","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","quote_3_odi":"11659599","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 BMW X5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V608000 (Engine and Engine Cooling, Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-rear-air-suspension-failure","label":"Rear air suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11731591","quote_1_text":"I experienced a complete failure of the rear pneumatic (air) suspension system on my vehicle. This system uses rubber air springs (“airbags”) rather than conventional coil springs. When it failed, the rear of the vehicle dropped significantly, causing metal-to-metal contact, an…","quote_2_odi":"11553491","quote_2_text":"So I test drove a BMW X5 e drive a couple months ago at an independent used car dealer and it looked perfect but when I drove it the car bounced excessively over any minor bump in the road. It felt like sitting in the back seats in a school bus not like driving a luxury SUV.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shatter while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11625187","quote_1_text":"Driving my BMWX5 on 11/5/2024 on an open road with my dog, I heard an unusual loud thump. Since there were no warning lights before or after the thump, I continued until it was convenient to stop. While I continued, I heard light noises on top of my roof. I did not go under any…","quote_2_odi":"11230928","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY AFTER BEING SERVICED. 9,000 MILES ON ODOMETER. WHEN DRIVING OUT OF DRIVEWAY NOTICED GLASS NOISE FROM ABOVE. ROLLED BACK SUNSCREEN AND GLASS FELL DOWN INTO VEHICLE. ON FURTHER INSPECTION THE GLASS AROUND THE HOLE IS RAISED UPWARD AS IF COMPRESSED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2018,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2018-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11508100","quote_1_text":"Tread completely delaminated from the tire at highway speed causing major damage to the left rear of the car.","quote_2_odi":"11508102","quote_2_text":"Tire tread separated from the tire causing complete failure.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-oil-pump-plastic-failure","label":"Oil pump plastic internal component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745369","quote_1_text":"Oil pump with plastic parts failing","quote_2_odi":"11690949","quote_2_text":"The oil pump contains a plastic housing that fractured during regular use. (Yes, I did retain the part for inspection and can include photos of the defect here). Yes, the problem has been confirmed by my mechanic and the general public with multiple posts and videos shared…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-passenger-restraint-malfunction","label":"Passenger restraint system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11466767","quote_1_text":"About a year ago, coffee began leaking from below from a paper cup in the plastic cupholder of my x5. I immediately noticed it and cleaned it up. Approximately 1-2 ounces of liquid leaked into the plastic cupholder. On May 11, 2022, the Passenger Restraint System faulted and the","quote_2_odi":"11494544","quote_2_text":"I received notification that my passenger restraint system has a malfunction. The car threw up a code, I received a phone call and text message from the dealer. I thought this was important so I took the car to the dealer. They said the detection mat needs replace and the cost","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-shark-fin-antenna-water-ingress","label":"Shark fin antenna water ingress disabling emergency call","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11707097","quote_1_text":"The emergency call system and hands free microphone does not work due to the telematic control unit getting wet as a result of the shark fin antenna leaking. As a result I cannot rely on communication through this system in the event of an emergency which was one of the features","quote_2_odi":"11620129","quote_2_text":"“shark fin” GPS antenna because unglued allowing water into the electrical system in the roof. This caused a malfunction that disabled the emergency call functions, GPS location service for emergency calls and GPS functions. The issue is the TCB component due to faulty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-starter-overheat-no-start","label":"Starter motor overheating and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11730444","quote_1_text":"The starter on my BMW failed, and it overheated and damaged my alternator to the point that I needed to replace it. The dealer and independent service center confirmed that this was the cause, but BMW is refusing to reimburse the cost of the alternator replacement.","quote_2_odi":"11609037","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 BMW X5. The contact stated that when attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to start and a burning odor was present. The starter had begun smoking. The smoke had settled itself. The fire department was not at the scene. No police report was filed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-steering-twitch-cold-temps","label":"Steering twitch and drift in cold temperatures","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11183751","quote_1_text":"IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 15 DEGREES, THE STEERING BECOMES ERRATIC AND WILL PUSH THE CAR IS DIRECTIONS WHEN DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS (BELOW 35). AT HIGHER SPEEDS ON FREEWAYS THE STEERING IS REQUIRES CONSTANT ADJUSTMENTS, VEHICLE FEELS LIKE IT IS DRIVING THROUGH HIGH WINDS. BOTH","quote_2_odi":"11202815","quote_2_text":"DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, THE STEERING HAS A TWITCH WHICH CAUSES SMALL MOVEMENTS LEFT AND RIGHT WITHOUT ANY MANUAL INPUT. IT HAS THE FEEL THAT IT IS RECEIVING INPUTS FROM A SENSOR OR OTHER SYSTEM, WHICH REQUIRES OVERRIDE BY THE DRIVER. IT CREATES A DANGEROUS SITUATION.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2019-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case shudder at low-speed turns","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741002","quote_1_text":"I am writing regarding my BMW X5 xDrive40i, model year 2019. For this G05 model coded cars, repeated transfer case failures have been reported due to a known issue: on the factory they put a wrong oil in it and then published a Technical Bulletin about it as if they are not the","quote_2_odi":"11705716","quote_2_text":"Transfer case on 2019 X5,yes available for inspection upon request. At stop position making right turn or left turn the vehicle jutters,also in reverse. Yes - confirmed by the bmw service center who tried to charge for diagnostic fee. Manufacturer knows of issue on 2019 X5","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-ac-evaporator","label":"A/C evaporator failure with loss of cooling","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11758762","quote_1_text":"The A/C evaporator coil failed on my 2020 BMX X5 S40i prior to 27,564 miles. It was taken into the local dealer for evaluation at a cost of $811.33 and UV dye was added with refrigerant, which escaped over a 2 week period","quote_2_odi":"11741425","quote_2_text":"For my 2019 BMW X5 SDRIVE40i, The A/C evaporator core failed and began leaking refrigerant, resulting in complete loss of cold air from the A/C system. The vehicle had approximately 50,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11329328","quote_3_text":"AIR CONDITIONING QUIT WORKING ON DAY 2 OF OWNERSHIP. DEALER SAYS THE COMPRESSOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND THERE IS A LEAD TIME BETWEEN 2 WEEKS AND 2 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-airbag-seatbelt","label":"Airbag and seat belt restraint system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11648949","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated while the contact's mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle attempted to make a left turn and crashed head-on into the front driver and passenger side of the vehicle. The driver's air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11629873","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated that the message \"Driver Restraint System Malfunction\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the driver’s side knee air bags needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11443270","quote_3_text":"Purchased the car Feb 2020. Over 6 months ago, back seat belts (middle and left side) stopped working. Seat belt will not click. Brand new car with nonfunctioning seat belts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-diff-transfer-case","label":"Front differential and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11739184","quote_1_text":"Front Differential input bearing failure. Sudden jerking that almost causes loss of control. This poses a safety risk. This seems to be a know problem for the 2020 BMW X5 M50i No warning lights and I did not experience hearing any sounds as other have reported","quote_2_odi":"11674148","quote_2_text":"I purchased a used and well serviced, one owner, BMW 2020 X5 on [XXX] from Acura of West Chester, PA. After driving the vehicle for a week the car began jerking and shuttering forward","quote_3_odi":"11590613","quote_3_text":"How does a known manufacturing defect ( or the factory-filled transfer case oil does not meet BMW specifications.) Not become a safety concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-headlight-fog","label":"Headlight housing condensation and fogging","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11717301","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has excessive condensation in driver headlight. Garage kept only. Problem discovered because of parking vehicle outside on driveway while the garage hosted moving boxes. This was the only time this vehicle has spent the night outside","quote_2_odi":"11663666","quote_2_text":"Headlights continually fog up and puddle water in them. It takes a major effort to dry them out. Dealer says they are vented and that they will clear themselves but don't. This is a continual problem and poses a safety issue because of headlight failure","quote_3_odi":"11565451","quote_3_text":"The front headlight enclosure repeatedly fogs because moisture gets inside. It has just happened again to us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel display blackout and dimming","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11366895","quote_1_text":"THE AUTO-DIMMING FEATURE OF THE DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL ON 2020 BMW X5 MODELS IS POORLY IMPLEMENTED, AND UNDER VARIABLE LIGHTING CONDITIONS (CLOUDY, SNOWY, SUNRISE, SUNSET), IT DIMS AT INAPPROPRIATE TIMES, SUCH AS WHEN DRIVING TOWARD THE SUN AT SUNRISE OR SUNSET","quote_2_odi":"11349724","quote_2_text":"MY SAMSUNG GALAXY S9 PHONE SEEMS INCOMPATIBLE WITH MY X5. ABOUT EVERY 30 MINUTES THE NAV DISPLAY AND HALF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BLACK OUT FOR ABOUT 10 SECONDS THEN RESTARTS. THIS OCCURS ON THE HIGHWAY AND IN THE CITY","quote_3_odi":"11324581","quote_3_text":"NAVIGATION DISPLAY AND RIGHT SIDE OF INSTRUMENT PANEL GO BLANK INTERMITTENTLY AND THEN RESET AND COME BACK ON AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS. DISPLAY GOES OFF DURING PERIODS OF DRIVING AND OR STATIONARY WITH VEHICLE ENGINE RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-oil-pump-failure","label":"Oil pump failure in B58 engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11750271","quote_1_text":"Low oil pressure light came on during interstate drive. Later analysis at dealership revealed this is related to faulty oil pump with plastic parts in B58 engine","quote_2_odi":"11704232","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the message \"Low Oil Pressure - Stop Vehicle Immediately\" was displayed, and the oil warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11716904","quote_3_text":"Was driving at normal interstate speed when I received a warning on my dashboard to pull over and turn off engine —- low engine pressure, immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-starter-fire","label":"Fire following starter failure or recall delay","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11722345","quote_1_text":"While driving through west Los Angeles, the vehicle suddenly began emitting white smoke from the engine compartment. There were no prior warning lights, messages, or symptoms indicating a problem","quote_2_odi":"11610221","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated that she parked the vehicle in her garage. No warning light was illuminated. The contact entered her home and 15 minutes later, a neighbor knocked on the door, alerting her that the garage had caught fire","quote_3_odi":"11663702","quote_3_text":"I own a 2020 BMX X5 S40i. Car was parked and turned off. When I tried to turn the car ON, the car refused to start and smoke and fire smell started coming from engine compartment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"bmw-x5-2020-starter-no-start","label":"Starter failure preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11703069","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated that while stopped at a traffic light, after the light changed, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle stalled. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11626137","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X5. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact was able to start the vehicle after the sixth attempt","quote_3_odi":"11617885","quote_3_text":"Starter malfunction caused engine to shut down in the middle . Message on screen indicated that the engine overheated and shut down was to prevent further damage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-airbag-srs-cupholder-moisture","label":"Airbag SRS unit damage from cupholder moisture intrusion","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08-18 → 2023-05-01","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11429666","quote_1_text":"SRS (airbag system) unit that is located underneath center console cupholder can be damaged by a small amount of liquid. Once SRS is damaged, a restraint system failure notification is alerted and the vehicle becomes immobile","quote_2_odi":"11519913","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is designed where ACSM control unit of the airbags is located directly under the cup holder where moisture and any small leak can short it out.  This has happened many times and as BMW will acknowledge the problem, they will not do any repairs under warranty to correct…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-drivetrain-malfunction-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with power loss while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-12-01 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11531024","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway/turnpike with cruise control on at 70 mph, drivetrain malfunction warning appeared and lost power.  After turning off cruise control and playing around with buttons, could only get car to go about 35-40 mph, top speed with peddle to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11515242","quote_2_text":"While driving about 60 mph on a freeway, the vehicle rapidly flashed several \"advanced driver system failure\" messages, lost all power and came to a stop.  It was not possible to prevent the vehicle from rapidly decelerating even by depressing the accelerator all the way to the…","quote_3_odi":"11681132","quote_3_text":"A drivetrain malfunction warning, chassis warning, auto level suspension was locked, and check engine light was on while driving on the freeway. We made it home safely and parked the BMW X5 45e inside the garage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-front-differential-failure","label":"Front differential unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DIFFERENTIAL UNIT","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11-28 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701920","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal grinding and clanking sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front differential was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11692077","quote_2_text":"The front differential on my BMW failed at just 47,000 miles. There were no warning lights—only a faint grinding noise that gradually worsened. After inspection, the dealership confirmed the failure and quoted $9,000 for replacement","quote_3_odi":"11756576","quote_3_text":"The front driveshaft universal joint failed causing the drive shaft to bust a hole in the engine and crack the transmission. There was no knocking noise prior to failure. It suddenly failed, disengaged and caused damage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-phev-unintended-motion","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration or movement events","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12-29 → 2023-10-26","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11546846","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while sitting in the vehicle and with the vehicle running, it suddenly accelerated on its own. As a result, the vehicle jolted into traffic and collided first with a bicyclist before continuing on to collide with the rear of another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11449735","quote_2_text":"as her husband was stopped at a stop light, the vehicle began to rev after he had taken his foot off the brake pedal without warning. Once her husband placed his foot back on the brake pedal, the revving stopped, and her husband was able to resume normal driving","quote_3_odi":"11448346","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while his wife was reversing the vehicle into the main road when shifting gears into drive, the vehicle began to reverse independently while still depressing on the brake pedal. The contact stated the vehicle ran into two different trees and slashed the front…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-rear-cross-traffic-alert-failure","label":"Rear cross-traffic alert system non-response","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-09-16 → 2024-07-20","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11590006","quote_1_text":"Rear cross traffic alert does not work in the subject car. BMW Owners' Manual describes a system that should alert from two parking spaces away while backing out, the system gives no alert as described","quote_2_odi":"11433205","quote_2_text":"System fails to notify me of pedestrians/cross traffic when backing out of driveway, parking lots, etc.  Multiple near misses.  Orange/red shadows on screen do not appear.  Ditto for beeps","quote_3_odi":"11476224","quote_3_text":"When in reverse, the vehicle doesn't give any warning (audio or visual) that a person or vehicle is approaching on either side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-starter-failure","label":"Pinion starter failure and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-08-08 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738107","quote_1_text":"DME scan reveals 5 fault codes, all for  the conventional 12V pinion starter:  21A50A — Pinion starter: timeout occurred several times in succession 21A511 — Pinion starter: timeout 21611A — Pinion starter: starting torque could not be built up","quote_2_odi":"11652031","quote_2_text":"The vehicle displayed three different messages repeated start attempt, Auto Start/Stop flash stop deactivated, and the drive train service technician required. The vehicle intermittently displayed various messages, and the vehicle struggled to start or there was a delay","quote_3_odi":"11719875","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on the highway, the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was pulled off to the side of the road, but failed to restart after several attempts. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with starter…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05-10 → 2025-04-23","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703190","quote_1_text":"I was driving 75mph on the highway and my sunroof exploded while driving. It sounded like a gunshot above my head and shattered while going 75mph","quote_2_odi":"11464092","quote_2_text":"While driving on a highway (with the sunroof closed) I heard a very loud explosion type sound, which was followed by glass falling off my roof. I pulled off the highway as quickly as I could and was able to confirm that the sunroof had exploded","quote_3_odi":"11656386","quote_3_text":"I was driving and I heard a huge explosion so I pulled over and found that the panoramic sunroof had exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2021-water-pump-failure","label":"Engine water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08-21 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11689062","quote_1_text":"Complete water pump failure at 56,611 miles created immediate risk of catastrophic engine overheating and potential engine seizure while driving. BMW-certified mechanic warned that driving vehicle even short distances could result in total engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11693874","quote_2_text":"the coolant warning light illuminated with the message \"Coolant Dangerously Low - Fill Right Away\" displayed on the instrument panel. The message was displayed on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the dealer discovered coolant leaking from the bottom of…","quote_3_odi":"11667027","quote_3_text":"In the middle of a busy intersection, the car just completely shut down.  The car only had ~35,000 miles on the odometer and has been serviced only by BMW.  It turned out that the water pump broke, which led to downstream impact on additional surrounding systems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11728841","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2022 BMW X5 on the highway at approximately 78 mph when the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly applied the brakes without any obstruction or vehicle in front of me. A warning appeared instructing me to release the brakes while driving. This created a dangerous situation...","quote_2_odi":"11582823","quote_2_text":"We were driving at about 45 miles per hour (not using adaptive cruise control) and the emergency braking system suddenly kicked in, slamming on the brakes even though there was nobody in front of us slowing down and there was no hazard. It created a dangerous situation as the car in back...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-coolant-water-pump-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 -> 2025-12","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11704563","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X5. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for routine service. The contact stated that during the inspection of the vehicle, the dealer discovered that the water pump was beginning to leak coolant onto electrical circuits, inside the...","quote_2_odi":"11611238","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed water pump. The contact was informed that the water pump needed to be replaced...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-drivetrain-malfunction-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warning with power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11503594","quote_1_text":"Drive Train Malfunction. At about 1500 miles on the vehicle, while driving on a highway, the vehicle automatically shifted to Neutral. The vehicle came to a full stop on a highway. This could have been a multiple car accident if the cars were going at highway speed. BMW SOS called me...","quote_2_odi":"11515134","quote_2_text":"1. Drivetrain Malfunction 2. It may cause danger while driving with limited power output, even stopping the vehicle in the middle of the road. 3. Still waiting for the dealer to diagnose the problem, but have found out that the same model has the same issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-hybrid-hv-component-failure","label":"High-voltage hybrid component failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11729200","quote_1_text":"The electric A/C compressor on my 2022 BMW X5 xDrive45e (VIN [XXX] ) failed internally at approximately 59,000 miles, causing metal debris to circulate throughout the refrigerant system. The failed compressor and contaminated components are at BMW of Sterling (Sterling, VA)...","quote_2_odi":"11566434","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has experienced failure of the power control system 4 times. The issue first occurred at 9,905 miles 8 months after my new car purchase. The dealer has attempted repairs under BMW corporate guidance yet the same failure has occurred repeatedly. When the failure occurs a...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 -> 2024-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11546823","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a road, the road was clear. No bridges, no underpasses & my sunroof exploded Startling me. I looked around thinking my car was shot at, noticing all my windows were fine. I heard glass falling and noticed it was my sunroof.","quote_2_odi":"11507219","quote_2_text":"The Sunroof spontaneously exploded, putting all occupants of the vehicle in danger of injury from the glass and/or collision as a result of the sunroof spontaneously exploding. As there have been several class action lawsuits filed against BMW over the past decade for similar issues,...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Factory tire sidewall and shoulder failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11488537","quote_1_text":"The Pirelli P-Zero tires that came factory equipped on my 2022 BMW X5 have experienced 3 separate sidewall failures in less than the first 20,000 miles on the vehicle. The tire sizes are staggered, 275/40r21front and 315/35r21 rear. The first instance occurred on 07/26/2022, traveling...","quote_2_odi":"11726969","quote_2_text":"The front Continental PremiumContact 6 tires, size 275/35ZR22, DOT [XXX] , developed abnormal and premature tread/shoulder failure. The condition included splitting, tearing, separation along the shoulder area, and exposed internal cords. I first raised concerns about the tire...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case shudder at low speed and turns","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11746659","quote_1_text":"I took my 2022 BMW X5 xDrive 45e for concerns of shuddering at low speeds and tight turns under warranty. No warning messages on dashboard. I asked specifically what was causing the shuddering. BMW of Raleigh would not respond. But they found that the Transfer Case was affected so...","quote_2_odi":"11645644","quote_2_text":"There is a jerking or shuddering during either or both of the following: Cornering or accelerating from low speeds Driving with low to medium loads [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06 -> 2024-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11561575","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking spot. I was riding slowly into the correct position. Immediately the car went into full acceleration. Knocked the parked car in front about 8 feet, turned and knocked another car on the side. I stood on the breaks, it went another 10 feet and engine stopped...","quote_2_odi":"11533467","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 BMW X5. The contact stated while entering into a parking lot, the vehicle accelerated on its own without any warning, causing the contact to strike some plants in the parking lot and causing damages under the vehicle. No one was injured. A police report was filed...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-adas-lane-cruise-malfunction","label":"Driver assistance system unintended steering and acceleration","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589578","quote_1_text":"The systems doesn't recognize or sense the terrain and attempts to warn the driver, BUT the car will veer on it's own into the second lane or try to cruise into the median. I have this incident on video. It will also not slow to stop when exciting the highway offramp; there have…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system malfunction and loss of vehicle control","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707697","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle at highway speed, the vehicle did not respond as expected during braking. Upon attempting to slow the vehicle, control was lost, the vehicle became unstable, left the roadway, and rolled. As a result of the incident, the driver sustained serious…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-drivetrain-malfunction-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction warnings and sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665727","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon driving from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to exceed 5 MPH. The check engine warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The messages \" Drivetrain Malfunction\" and  \"4-WD Component\" and other unknown messages were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11724883","quote_2_text":"Drivetrain malfunction reoccurring 2x in 45 days. First error message the dealer charged me $600 to fix. Bringing car in second time now. Unsafe to drive due to power cutoff. This is a PHEV. Car is under the original mfr warranty and less than 3 years old","quote_3_odi":"11499019","quote_3_text":"I was accelerating from a green light in ELECTRIC only mode, once nearing 25 mph, felt a single strong jolt that caused acceleration to pause, the Hybrid mode automatically kicked in and acceleration continued under engine power.  Received several warnings and alerts on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-front-differential-bearing","label":"Front differential pinion bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736421","quote_1_text":"Noticed noise.  Took to dealer.  Dealer confirmed bad front pinion/bearing and need front differential.  Will be very dangerous if not fixed!  Dealer has had this issue before and online forums state big issues","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-head-unit-electrical-failure","label":"Head unit and infotainment electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753617","quote_1_text":"A manufacturer defect caused connector pin corrosion and thus the head unit dash stopped working completely and needs to be replaced. The head unit is what the back up camera comes through causing safety concern. It is no longer under warranty because of the miles, otherwise…","quote_2_odi":"11682887","quote_2_text":"While driving, the information LED screen on the car flickered and went black within a second.  Other electric components malfunctioned as well, e.g. radio, air conditioning/heating.  Obviously, the cameras and safety systems associated with the screen also did not work","quote_3_odi":"11704385","quote_3_text":"While on a stretch of two lane highway with no shoulders I got some flashing error messages that were too quick to read, then the car made the shutdown sound like when you turn the car off, and said “Goodbye” on the screen. The gas pedal was unresponsive, pulled itself away from…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-sunroof-seal-airbag-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof seal water intrusion near side airbags","component_code":"AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719455","quote_1_text":"The seal on the sunroof of the car allows water into the car. My car will be available for inspection upon request. This issue allows water into the car around the b pillar airbag and the side window airbag which can damage the airbag and make it deploy without any…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-sunroof-shattering-leaking","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering and seal leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722830","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal conditions with no external impact, debris, rock strike, or other identifiable cause, the panoramic moonroof shattered explosively (with a loud report resembling a gunshot). Glass fragments dispersed across the roof area, and portions of the panel…","quote_2_odi":"11745920","quote_2_text":"Sunroof leaks into cabin and there is no known solution for this model year 2023 BMW X5. It is my understanding that model years 2020-2023 all have this issue and a class action lawsuit is being reviewed. BMW has also issued a TSIB but there is no known recall","quote_3_odi":"11601556","quote_3_text":"On June 1, 2024, I was driving on the highway at about 70 MPH, when all of a sudden there was a loud boom and the glass on the panoramic sunroof blew out.  Was not close to other vehicles, nor did I hear any impact from any object","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2023-water-pump-failure","label":"Engine water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756061","quote_1_text":"2023 BMW X5 had a defective water pump replaced under warranty at 27,585 miles on 9/12/2024.  Today 8/10/2026 at 52,907 miles the water pump again needs to be replaced.  BMW has had water pump recalls in the past for similar years of x5 SUV, but our VIN is not included in the…","quote_2_odi":"11553513","quote_2_text":"On Nov 1, 2023 while accelerating on a freeway entrance ramp so as to merge into traffic on the interstate, vehicle suddenly lost all engine acceleration power and was steered to the side of the ramp so traffic behind could proceed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-emergency-call-system-malfunction","label":"Emergency call system and TCU module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728381","quote_1_text":"Since buying the car new we have had a constant problem of the \"emergency call system malfunction\" on the dashboard. We've been to the dealer several times for this and each time they say they've fixed it. Last time they told us they had replaced the TCU module, but in the last month the warning has re-appeared.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-hybrid-drivetrain-high-voltage","label":"Hybrid drivetrain and high-voltage system failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11576435","quote_1_text":"As I was getting onto the freeway onramp on 3/7/24, I felt the SUV losing power and got an error message (actually 2). The first message indicated the \"High-voltage system,\" telling me I could continue driving but should have the system checked. The second message stated a \"Drive train malfunction\"…","quote_2_odi":"11633156","quote_2_text":"While in the state highway, while driving ,all of a sudden the car lost all of its power car had 12 miles of electric range and 227 miles of gas range, I have photo proof from this time either from electric motor and from the gasoline engine and stalled and stopped in the middle of the road…","quote_3_odi":"11543045","quote_3_text":"We are 900 miles from home driving on the interstate, and received an error message saying that there was a drive train malfunction and we had to stop the car immediately. We were in the middle of nowhere, but able to pull over and turn the car off, and contacted roadside assistance.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and forward collision system display loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702677","quote_1_text":"Three weeks ago the instrument cluster indicated a failure of the front collision avoidance system and said to have the vehicle examined by the dealer. I dropped it off two weeks ago and have been informed that they're having trouble updating the instrument panel and other component software.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-integrated-brake-recall-24v104","label":"Integrated brake system recall repair unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11624147","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, while attempting to depress the brake pedal, the brake pedal was very difficult to depress, requiring more than normal force to depress the brake pedal. The contact stated that the message \"ABS Not Functioning\" was displayed.","quote_2_odi":"11603555","quote_2_text":"I then proceeded to gently tap my brakes to see what all of this meant, and to my horror, my brake pedal went completely to the ground with no brakes initiated. Thankfully, I was able to move over onto the shoulder and coast to a stop and place my car in Park. The emergency brake would not initiate.","quote_3_odi":"11616328","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, a warning flashed on the instrument panel to stop the vehicle and to use the parking brake. The contact pulled over and became aware that the vehicle had independently shifted to neutral(N).","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-park-assist-collision","label":"Park assist automated steering collision","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738966","quote_1_text":"While using the Park Assist feature on my 2024 BMW X5, the vehicle was under active system control during a parking maneuver. The system directed the vehicle in reverse and struck an object. I did not apply the accelerator. The vehicle was operating under Park Assist guidance at the time of impact.","quote_2_odi":"11545185","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while using the feature, the vehicle failed to stop as needed and the vehicle crashed into the back wall of her garage without warning. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact was not injured and a police report was not filed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-rear-cross-traffic-alert","label":"Rear cross traffic alert system non-activation","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670210","quote_1_text":"Rear cross traffic alert system never works whenever a car is approaching. Only works when it is too late. Definitely no pedestrian alert. Much cheaper vehicles with this feature actually sound an alert before any emergency activation. Dealer states system is working according to spec.","quote_2_odi":"11623259","quote_2_text":"The rear cross traffic warning does not work. I have backed up and a vehicle is coming right behind me and I thank goodness stop by pressing on the brake when I spotted the vehicle in the car camera.","quote_3_odi":"11635847","quote_3_text":"The rear cross traffic sensor does not warn when there is oncoming traffic. It puts me, my passengers and other cars at a safety risk. BMW Palm Springs investigated and tested and states that the system is not providing any error messages.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":143,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739165","quote_1_text":"Driving at 70 mph down a clear stretch of highway, no cars in front, panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded. Not under an overpass, no flying debris. Temperature was 54 degrees F. on a sunny day. The vehicles behind me pulled back as my sunroof showered them.","quote_2_odi":"11667487","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with no vehicles around, the sunroof suddenly exploded while the sunroof was closed. The glass fell on the driver. There were no reported injuries. There were chards of glass scattered throughout the vehicle. There were three-quarters of the glass missing.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11701093","quote_1_text":"On September 2, 2025, my 2025 BMW X5 xDrive50e was involved in a head-on collision with another vehicle. Despite the severity of the impact, the following safety systems failed to deploy: Front airbags Driver seatbelt pretensioner BMW Assist / automatic emergency notification…","quote_2_odi":"11724623","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 BMW X5. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, for an unknown reason, she lost control of the vehicle and hit a telephone pole, where the vehicle came to a stop. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake recall 24V104000 repair parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11687157","quote_1_text":"NHTSA issued a recall (#24v-104) in Feb of 2024. As yet (1 1/2 years later), no remedy is available. How long must I be at risk of a motor vehicle accident before a solution is available?","quote_2_odi":"11624833","quote_2_text":"This is an open defect that has been open for close to a year. This seems excessive for the manufacturer to come up with a fix. I have not experienced this problem but am concerned about it because it’s safety related","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-brake-response-failure","label":"Brake response failure during driving and parking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11738055","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 BMW X5. The contact stated while the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however the vehicle failed to stop as intended.…","quote_2_odi":"11706385","quote_2_text":"While attempting to park forward into a handicapped parking space, the car lurched forward approximately 4 feet instead of braking/stopping. The braking system appeared to fail and the electrical/sensors/ADAS warnings did not engage.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-drivetrain-power-loss","label":"Drivetrain malfunction with loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11630271","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shut off at a stop light and would not restart received a Drivetrain malfunction: Driving not possible. Call Roadside Assistance. message. Have had the vehicle two weeks and has only 710 miles on the odometer.…","quote_2_odi":"11703128","quote_2_text":"The vehicle shut off and would not start while at a stop light. It is new: under one year old and still within warranty. The error was a “Restart not possible. Drivetrain fault” as shown in the picture.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-hybrid-charging-heat","label":"Hybrid battery charging failure in hot weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11673810","quote_1_text":"This 2025 SUV X5 xDrive50e the hybrid battery will over heat in hot weather temperatures therefore the battery will not charge with the issued 110 plug in home charger. BMW was aware of this malfunction and never warned or recalled the information to customers.…","quote_2_odi":"11672679","quote_2_text":"The SUV has been in the dealer service center twice. BMW includes a charging cable a dual 110v/220v intended to charge the car as it is a plug in hybrid. Per the dealer the charging cable and the car are working as intended however when plugged in it will loose charge not gain…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-rear-cross-traffic-alert","label":"Inoperative rear cross-traffic alert","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11689222","quote_1_text":"The rear cross traffic alert on this vehicle either does not work at all or, when it does work, it is ineffective in warning the driver. I brought the vehicle into my BMW dealer and they told me that it is operating as intended.…","quote_2_odi":"11672440","quote_2_text":"My cross traffic warning system is inoperative. Dealer said the sensors are operating normally. This is a safety hazard.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11634117","quote_1_text":"Going 75mph, 16 degrees Fahrenheit out. Car temp was 68 degrees. Loud explosion, panoramic roof glass shattered. From direction of glass looks like it exploded from the inside. Did not hear anything hit car beforehand. Happened out of nowhere.","quote_2_odi":"11648355","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is only 7 months old. I was driving the vehicle on [XXX] in Tampa between [XXX] and [XXX] at a speed of between 55 and 70 miles per hour and all of the sudden I heard a very loud BOOM and the sound of wind.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X5","model_slug":"x5","cluster_id":"x5-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11653203","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 BMW X5. The contact stated that while his wife was stopped alongside a curb to converse with an associate, the engine started revving with the brake pedal depressed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred three times.…","quote_2_odi":"11715819","quote_2_text":"We are reporting a safety issue with the BMW X5 xDrive50e model year 2025. I purchased this car on December 9, 2024, from BMW of Pembroke Pines, 14800 Sheridan Street Pembroke Pines FL 33331. Within two months of purchase, we found that car has unintended acceleration…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-antenna-sos-water-intrusion","label":"Shark fin antenna water intrusion disabling SOS/telematics","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11745382","quote_1_text":"The shark fin antenna seal on my BMW failed, allowing water to enter the Telematics Control Unit (TCU). This caused a complete failure of the vehicle’s Emergency SOS / BMW Assist crash notification system","quote_2_odi":"11625003","quote_2_text":"I have a 2019 bmw x7 and having an issue with the shark fin antenna leaking water shorting my tcu and pcu causing an emergency call system malfunction aswell as a chassis error. This is the 3rd time having to get this fixed","quote_3_odi":"11498616","quote_3_text":"The SOS malfunctions by disabling the center display panel. The satellite radio and navigation don’t work. An error message populates the main dash display and cannot be reset by driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-oil-pump-failure","label":"Engine oil pump internal component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11731339","quote_1_text":"These vehicles use a variable-displacement oil pump with an internal thermoplastic component that regulates oil pressure. This component is increasingly failing in the field, often fracturing and causing sudden loss or instability of oil pressure","quote_2_odi":"11721017","quote_2_text":"When the internal thermoplastic adjusting component fails, engine oil pressure regulation becomes erratic or is lost entirely. This results in insufficient engine lubrication and may cause sudden engine shutdown or severe mechanical damage due to oil starvation","quote_3_odi":"11749887","quote_3_text":"If the oil pump shatters, debris can permanently damage the engine during operation jeopardizing my safety and those driving around me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11638944","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a 3 lane road during the day with no cars near me with my hands on the steering wheel and eyes on the road when the car applied the emergency braking and came to a complete stop. Thankfully no one was behind me","quote_2_odi":"11458821","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced phantom braking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-starter-no-start","label":"Starter motor overheating and no-start","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11660474","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the message that the starter motor was overheating was displayed and the vehicle failed to start","quote_2_odi":"11641212","quote_2_text":"When trying to start the vehicle it will say that the starter has overheated and to try restarting again in xx seconds. This occurs randomly and the car does not indicate that the engine is over heating, just the starter","quote_3_odi":"11633688","quote_3_text":"BMW issued a notification stating that there was a defect with the starter and a software patch had to be installed by the dealer. Without the patch, the notice indicated that the starter could overlap and die - which is what happened to my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-third-row-backrest","label":"Third-row seat backrest latch fault","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11475842","quote_1_text":"BACKREST LOCK, RIGHT SEAT BACKREST IN THIRD ROW OF SEATS IS NOT IN END POSITION. REMOVE ANY OBSTRUCTING OBJECTS IF NECESSARY. READJUST SEAT SETTING. ( ERROR MESSAGE)","quote_2_odi":"11594826","quote_2_text":"Left seat backrest in third row of seats is not in the end position necessary. This is the error message that is consistently displayed in my vehicle and upon reading the 2022 recall this is dangerous however, my bmw was omitted from the recall!","quote_3_odi":"11697789","quote_3_text":"My 2019 BMW X7 has developed a recurring headrest defect with the 3rd row passenger side seat that has proven impossible for your authorized dealership to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2019,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2019-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11707157","quote_1_text":"Transfer case goes bad on all 2019 models. I'm in awe that there's not a recall on it. A replacement costs around $9k","quote_2_odi":"11701579","quote_2_text":"the transfer case for this 2019 is failing, and cannot be repaired without changing the entire case according to the mechanic notes. there is a significant grinding when turning at slow speeds and a locking-up feeling to the steering","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-oil-pump-failure","label":"Oil pump failure due to fracturing plastic component","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11733459","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally report a potential safety-related defect involving BMW vehicles equipped with the B58TU engine, primarily affecting model years 2019 through 2021. My vehicle experienced a sudden loss of engine oil pressure that resulted in catastrophic engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11745685","quote_2_text":"Low oil sensor continues to light up and says i am low on oil. Found out that my oil pump was the main cause of the issue. At this time I have to have the oil pump replaced","quote_3_odi":"11677774","quote_3_text":"The contact owns 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the message \"Oil Pump Leak Over - Get the Vehicle Towed to Local Service Dealer\" was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-starter-motor-failure","label":"Starter motor failure causing stalling or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11660517","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The message \"Starter Motor Overheating\" was displayed; however, there was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11704522","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V644000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the vehicle stalled in the middle of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11622017","quote_3_text":"The car just stopped in the middle of the road and wouldn’t restart. The starter is fried. I didn’t know about the starter recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering system malfunction while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11677519","quote_1_text":"I was driving and as I parked on my driveway a message popped up on my dash board saying \" \" Increased Steering efforts\" then I wasn't able to move the steering wheel at all, it feel like it got locked","quote_2_odi":"11580898","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 BMW X7. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel in either direction there was a squeaking sound coming from the steering column","quote_3_odi":"11406356","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, MY STEERING AND BRAKE SYSTEM BECOME LESS RESPONSIVE. COULD NOT BRAKE FULLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-third-row-seat-entrapment","label":"Third-row power seat entrapment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11703716","quote_1_text":"Third-row seat in my 2020 BMW X7 failed during normal operation and trapped my [XXX] daughter between the seatbacks","quote_2_odi":"11703170","quote_2_text":"The third-row seat malfunctioned while my child was exiting the vehicle. The powered seat began moving unexpectedly and trapped my child’s leg, and we had extreme difficulty getting the seat to release","quote_3_odi":"11639667","quote_3_text":"Third row seat malfunction sending rear seat back unlocked appearing on dash. Switch for third row seat is faulty and need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-transfer-case-differential","label":"Transfer case and front differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11721850","quote_1_text":"The transfer case on my 2020 BMW X7 failed and had to be replaced. Turning the vehicle became unstable as the vehicle shuttered badly. BMW confirmed the shuttering and first changed the transfer case fluid","quote_2_odi":"11701054","quote_2_text":"There is no recommended service and maintenance schedule for replacing fluids for the front differential so I thinking that this failure is due to an engineering design flaw including no recommended schedule to service the unit","quote_3_odi":"11697151","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the front trans-axle had disintegrated, causing the shaft to pinch and to create an 8-inch hole at the bottom of the oil pan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2020,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2020-vehicle-fire","label":"Unexpected vehicle fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11561478","quote_1_text":"Nov 28, 2023: Car burst into flames 5 minutes after oil change and passed multipoint inspection. Car burned completely to the ground Escaped unharmed but met with rudeness and dismissal from dealership","quote_2_odi":"11460379","quote_2_text":"On 11/23/2021 while driving the computer screen stated malfunction with personal protection device with in 10 seconds the rear of the car burst into flames the fire inspector from our insurance company traced the cause of the event to the fuse box","quote_3_odi":"11441886","quote_3_text":"The BMW X7 caught on fire going down the HW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-engine-oil-pump-coolant","label":"Engine oil pump and coolant system failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01-23 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746028","quote_1_text":"I am filing this report due to the severe safety hazard and widespread nature of the variable-displacement engine oil pump defect. This pump contains an internal thermoplastic adjusting component that is prone to sudden fracture, resulting in an erratic or complete loss of…","quote_2_odi":"11732539","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2021 BMW X7 at approximately 32,000 miles, the vehicle suddenly displayed a drivetrain malfunction warning along with a low engine oil pressure warning. At the same time, I noticed excessive heat and a strong burning smell coming from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11638117","quote_3_text":"The water pump pulley \"exploded\", causing the accessory belt to fall off which drives the alternator. The pulley \"shrapnel\" was thrown into the cooling system and damaging the hoses causing immediate loss of coolant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-front-differential-failure","label":"Front differential failure in powertrain","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-11-03 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11752922","quote_1_text":"Without any prior warning lights, dashboard messages, or operational symptoms, the front differential and driveshaft structurally shattered.   The physical violence of the drivetrain components exploding at high speed sent metallic shrapnel directly into the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11719575","quote_2_text":"Front differential complete fail. 56k miles. Replaced with new part, not an improved one but the same as factory at BMW dealership. My vehicle is 2021 x7 m50i. Reading other forums this is common if not standard on same models of this year","quote_3_odi":"11756173","quote_3_text":"Just over 50k miles and barely out of warranty, the pinion bearing in the front differential failed.  This is a known issue with many people on BMW forums reporting the same failure in 8 cylinder X7's.  Some failures occurred in vehicles with less than 30k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster blanking and ADAS display loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11-18 → 2026-08-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754501","quote_1_text":"The IP cluster (gauges that display speedometer, fuel levels and other ADAS features) was blanking intermittently, BMW service center suggested software update as they believed it to be a software bug. Later, when the software update did not work, they suggested we replace the…","quote_2_odi":"11700071","quote_2_text":"Infotainment stopped working, no backup cam no safety features working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-starter-repeat-start","label":"Starter failure and repeat start attempt warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10-25 → 2026-07-27","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745413","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is exhibiting a dangerous condition where it fails to start on the initial attempt, displays a \"Repeat Start Attempt\" warning message on the dashboard, and then heavily strains to turn over on the second attempt","quote_2_odi":"11753021","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who was initially unable to determine the cause of the issue","quote_3_odi":"11752799","quote_3_text":"My vehicle only have 60k miles my starter is acting up.  I’m getting a repeat start message at some start ups.   2017-2020 has a starter recall.   I feel like this may be the same recall but not recognized yet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass explosion while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05-10 → 2022-12-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11494188","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded, just driving down the road, and BOOM! Most of the glass exploded outward, but it was definitely a hazard. The sunroof cover was open about 8-10 inches to let light in, but the glass sunroof was closed","quote_2_odi":"11464104","quote_2_text":"Sunroof  randomly exploded  while driving in the middle of no where . No impact , no debris , no flying objects around at all","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-third-row-seat-latch","label":"Third-row seat latch and locking mechanism","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01-31 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756182","quote_1_text":"ERROR MESSAGE ON SCREEN STATING RIGHT 3RD ROW SEAT NOT LATCHED. THE SEAT WORKS PROPERLY BUT IT POPS UP EVERY TIME YOU START THE CAR. THE DEALER SAID THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE APPARENT RECALL FOR OTHER LIKE VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"11569088","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the warning light illuminated \"third row rear seats not fully locked\". The contact stated that while transporting his children, the sensor did not recognize individuals seated on the seat","quote_3_odi":"11740014","quote_3_text":"The left-side 3rd-row seat on my 2021 BMW X7 is stuck upright and won't fold down to open up cargo space. You can hear the motor trying to work, but the physical latch inside the seat gets completely stuck and won't release","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2021,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2021-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case shudder and power loss at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06-16 → 2025-11-27","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623362","quote_1_text":"At low speeds or at driveline when accelerating in forward or reverse while turning the steering wheel the vehicle shudders or jerks causing the skipping like feeling in traction. This is a common issue which is reported by many and is now happening to my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11683156","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experiences a recurring drivetrain shuddering or slipping sensation at low speeds, especially when accelerating from a stop or while cornering. The issue originates from the transfer case, which has been identified as the malfunctioning component","quote_3_odi":"11695868","quote_3_text":"The transfer case in my BMW X7 began making grinding, jerking, shuttering around 65,000 miles. The dealer failed to diagnose the issue at that time when I brought it in at 71,000.  (approximately $9,000–$10,000).  Transfer cases \"should be\" designed to last well over 150,000miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2022-back-over-prevention","label":"Rear cross traffic alert detection failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11669833","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a persistent safety issue with the rear cross traffic alert (RCTA) system in my 2022 BMW X7. The system consistently fails to detect approaching vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists unless they are within approximately two feet of the","quote_2_odi":"11628776","quote_2_text":"When backing out of my driveway while moving in reverse - I get absolutely zero audio warning of cross traffic vehicles or people. I’ve had two near misses where the vehicle/person was in my blind spot and the car never indicated anyone was close","quote_3_odi":"11599336","quote_3_text":"In 2 years of owning the vehicle they have worked only three times. Two of the times was within 10 feet of a car pass. There has been hundreds of opportunities. The feature does not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2022-steering-electrical-malfunction","label":"Steering assist loss from electrical malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11758130","quote_1_text":"On August 19, 2026, my 2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i experienced multiple safety\\-related warnings at approximately 50,411–50,427 miles\\","quote_2_odi":"11609186","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel locked in position while driving. The vehicle would not turn, which almost caused an accident. Warning lights came on: Evasion Assistant/Steering Assistant","quote_3_odi":"11516286","quote_3_text":"While driving on interstate 10 near New Orleans, the computer software system malfunction resulting in loss of power steering and 90% loss of braking action requiring a great distant to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11659208","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], at [XXX], while driving at 65 mph on [XXX] between Chesapeake and Virginia Beach, VA, the front panoramic sunroof of my 2022 BMW X7 xDrive40i spontaneously shattered without warning","quote_2_odi":"11546222","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway, the sunroof above me (the driver) shattered. There was no impact or any issue on the road, the glass shattered suddenly and for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"11508058","quote_3_text":"When driving preparing to merge on to the highway I hear what sounded like a gun shot. It then sounded like my sunroof was open becuae I could hear the wind along wiht the sound of glass beraking an falling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2022,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"bmw-x7-2022-transfer-case-differential","label":"Transfer case and differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11699292","quote_1_text":"Transfer case and front and rear differentials have failed - bmw claims lifetime fluid which is clearly not accurate","quote_2_odi":"11696292","quote_2_text":"Description of the Problem: At ~57,000 miles, the front differential on my 2025 BMW X7 M50i failed and was replaced by an authorized dealer in March 2025","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2023-brake-pedal-effort-abs-activation","label":"Brake pedal effort and unexpected ABS/brake activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11579918","quote_1_text":"While coming to red lights or exiting the freeway I notice the brakes not braking while I press on the pedal. I have to push the pedal with extreme force to get it to stop. I was luckily able to stop it in time. My x7 braking systems reaction timing is not consistent, I feel like","quote_2_odi":"11583468","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 20223 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control - ESC, Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_3_odi":"11537161","quote_3_text":"On June 29th, 2023 at approximately 8:45 AM we were pulling into a parking space slowly tapping the brakes to slow and stop the vehicle.  About 2/3 of the way into the parking stall around 3 or 4 feet from the curb, the vehicle actually accelerated while pressing the brake…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2023-electrical-display-blank-unable-to-drive","label":"Electrical system failure and blank display while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681164","quote_1_text":"We are the original Owner of a 2023 BMW X7 with 17,500 miles. The past 2+ months the screen/display will go blank for up to 30 seconds while driving the vehicle. Obviously this is a serious safety issue. We took the vehicle for service where it was originally purchased at BMW","quote_2_odi":"11512884","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X7. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, the message \"Unable to Drive\" and SOS messages were displayed. The vehicle then came to a complete stop, almost causing a crash. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and the vehicle responded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2023-mechatronics-powertrain-stall","label":"Mechatronics unit failure and powertrain stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755537","quote_1_text":"The mechatronics unit failed in the automatic transmission. Vehicle was no longer in gear causing it to stall, and drivetrain warning message was produced. This happened twice in the same day July 6th 2026. BMW was contacted, they retrieved the vehicle. Since the problem was","quote_2_odi":"11619682","quote_2_text":"While driving on a highway the message power train malfunction appears on screen and engine shut off only allowing me seconds to coast to edge of road it was at night we could have been hit from behind we were able to push it further off the highway I tried restarting it over and","quote_3_odi":"11534138","quote_3_text":"Our vehicle dies while driving down the highway, twice now in less than 30 days. I drivetrain and low-power warning came on, but the car died and wouldn't start. The obvious risk is that we were driving on the highway and barely avoided being in an accident as I tried to steer us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2023-passenger-door-latch-interior-lock","label":"Passenger door latch and interior handle non-operation","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746217","quote_1_text":"My [XXX] wife and I drove to a cardiac doctors appointment having just had a [XXX]. Upon arriving the passenger side door would not unlock. Tried opening with the interior door handle and it would still not open. Tried exterior door handle and could not open. Contacted BMW…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2023,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2023-recall-24v104-brake-esc-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 24V-104 brake/ESC repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621180","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_2_odi":"11599224","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 BMW X7. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the","quote_3_odi":"11684177","quote_3_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO HAVE SAFETY RECALL 24V-104(INTEGRATED BRAKE SYSTEM MALFUNTION) PERFORMED AT BMW DEALERSHIP BMW AUSTIN, 7011 MCNEIL DR. AUSTIN, TX 78729-7687 PHONE (512)343-3570 ON AUGUST 28 2025 AT 11;00AM WITH JASON SANTOSUOSSO. THIS SERVICE ADVISORY TOLD ME THE RECALL IS NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2024-driver-door-latch-actuator","label":"Driver door latch and lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-02-13 → 2025-02-13","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11642475","quote_1_text":"The door lock actuator for the front driver door failed twice. The first time it failed, the car would not unlock from the outside. All other doors would unlock. I had my kids in the back of the car and I was trying to get inside the car to drive and it wouldn't open.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2024-engine-drivetrain-shutdown","label":"Engine and drivetrain shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09-12 → 2026-03-16","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724802","quote_1_text":"The X7 engine shut down twice while driving. Both incidents took place in busy traffic, engine shut down with warning sound and error message flashed up on screen and disappeared so quick that no one can remember. As the result, the vehicle was stuck in the middle of busy traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11685013","quote_2_text":"Traveling on I70 on 9/3 at 70 mph around 2pm the car stopped abuptly and displayed Emergency Stoppage and made an SOS call to BMW. After a few minutes the car was retarted and we proceeded to our destination. No injuries or damage since there was no one behind us.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2024-forward-collision-adas-offline","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ADAS systems going offline","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08-29 → 2025-02-21","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11644063","quote_1_text":"Car presents the forward collision mitigation and lane departure warning are inoperable. Errors popped up 10-20 times while driving a short distance. These are repeat errors that BMW has not fixed. As i drove the car kept alerting me that the systems were offline.","quote_2_odi":"11643304","quote_2_text":"Multiple times when my 2024 X7 has started or I have been driving a warning message pops up that states that Forward Collision Mitigation or other safety systems are \"reduced\". BMW has stated there is nothing to fix on the car.","quote_3_odi":"11612372","quote_3_text":"Received warning message on center console. The message stated that Driver Assistance permanently restricted. This is message has appeared several times but disappears without provided a code or tripping a warning lamp.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2024-integrated-brake-recall-24v104","label":"Integrated Brake System recall 24V104000 remedy unavailability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-04-12 → 2026-05-16","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11621412","quote_1_text":"The power brake booster in my 2024 BMW X7 failed on October 17, 2024 while I was driving downhill with a child in the car around a blind turn. I was not able to stop for several hundred feet and would have potentially killed a pedestrian, myself or my child…","quote_2_odi":"11619245","quote_2_text":"We have experienced brake failure twice so far. The first time happened in June 2024. The brake failed in front of the red traffic light. We were lucky that there was no car crossing the road. Otherwise, we would have ended up with an accident.","quote_3_odi":"11649624","quote_3_text":"Cannot safety drive the car with the major recall on the braking system. I have slid through intersections trying to brake - thankfully no other cars were present at the time. No remedy or solution has been offered and BMW refuses to order the part or allow trade-in on the vehicle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2024,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2024-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering at speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04-10 → 2025-09-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11653886","quote_1_text":"While driving northbound on [XXX] near West Greenwich, RI with my wife and two young children, the front sunroof glass of our 2024 BMW X7 spontaneously exploded at highway speed. There were no overhead structures or nearby vehicles that could have caused an impact.","quote_2_odi":"11684556","quote_2_text":"Sunroof shattered/exploded while driving at highway speeds. No rock, stone or pebble hit the sunroof or vehicle when it exploded.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2025-driver-assist-unintended-action","label":"Driver assist system unintended steering or braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11714291","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal conditions, the Lane Keep Assist system on my 2025 BMW Alpina XB7 unexpectedly and violently jerked the steering wheel without driver input. The sudden steering intervention caused the vehicle to abruptly change direction and strike a curb, resulting…","quote_2_odi":"11672210","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information: Make: BMW Model: X7 Year: [2025] VIN: [XXX] Component/System Involved: Parking Assistance / Automatic Parking System / Sensors Summary of the Issue (Complaint): On [XXX], while using the Parking Assistance feature on my father's BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX]), the…","quote_3_odi":"11621194","quote_3_text":"We have periodic driver assist faults coming up , started at 1700 and now has has 3400 miles on it, dealer still cannot fix and BMW either .","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2025-electrical-water-intrusion","label":"Electrical system and emergency call water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11652615","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is a 2025 BMW X7 M60i purchased in New Mexico on [XXX]. The car's emergency call system and navigation became disabled on [XXX] after taking the vehicle to a car wash. Subsequently the car was brought to the BMW dealer for repairs; however, the problem recurred…","quote_2_odi":"11612999","quote_2_text":"A warning message appeared the following day after purchasing the car. The car stopped functioning while driving on the highway 70+ mph. The car started to shake violently and a-lot of alarms went off. I barely managed to pull over on the side of the interstate. I waited for 10…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2025-esc-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"ESC/brake recall remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11685355","quote_1_text":"The contact's wife owns a 2025 BMW X7. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V104000 (Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact had called several dealers to check for parts availability and was informed that parts were…","quote_2_odi":"11614853","quote_2_text":"2025 BMW X7 xDrive40i (VIN [XXX] ) from United BMW on [XXX], and right away, I had issues with the brakes suddenly hard braking and engaging the parking brake in traffic flow. I later found out there's an active recall for the brake system failure from February 12, 2024, which…","quote_3_odi":"11639191","quote_3_text":"We have had 2 incidents where the warning light illuminated then went away. When the defect was disclosed, BMW said that there was no fix. Because the defect relates to personal safety, we can no longer drive the vehicle, but BMW refuses to pay for a rental car, insisting that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2025-headlight-dark-spot","label":"Headlight beam pattern dark spot on road","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11619581","quote_1_text":"1. Both right and left headlights have a defect with visible obstructions to the naked eye. This issue causes a portion of the road to be blacked out while driving. I took the car back to the dealership and they claim the lights are designed as intended. The lights are…","quote_2_odi":"11668266","quote_2_text":"My complaint mirrors NHTSA ID Number: 11619581. I recently upgraded from a BMW X5 to an X7 and noticed significant dark spots on the road, severely reducing visibility in those areas. The headlight casing appears to have a design flaw, creating these dark, nearly invisible…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2025,"make":"BMW","make_slug":"bmw","model":"X7","model_slug":"x7","cluster_id":"x7-2025-recall-remedy-delay-financial-impact","label":"Recall remedy delay and lease/financial impact","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11685827","quote_1_text":"To:BMW of North America, LLC Customer Relations & Services P.O. Box 1227 Westwood, NJ 07675 Subject: Request for Compensation Due to Prolonged Safety Recall – 2025 BMW X7 (VIN: [XXX] ) Dear BMW Customer Relations, I am writing to formally raise my concern regarding my 2025 BMW…","quote_2_odi":"11677700","quote_2_text":"I am leasing a 2025 BMW X7 vin number ([XXX]) through BMW Financial Services. The vehicle has had an active federal safety recall since approximately February 2024, and as of today, the manufacturer has not provided a remedy to address the issue. The recall is listed on the…","quote_3_odi":"11639136","quote_3_text":"We have contacted the BMW Dealership several times with no response on the recall. The BMWX7 was purchased on 5/25/24 and due to the recall is unsafe to drive. We are frustrated with BMW and lack of response and fix for the problem as of 1/28/25. At present we have a very nice…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/bmw/x7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/bmw"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Cascada","model_slug":"cascada","cluster_id":"cascada-2016-electrical-startup-faults","label":"Electrical system malfunctions at startup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11675525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that when his wife entered the vehicle, the rear passenger’s side window automatically rolled down when the vehicle was started. The contact was unable to confirm if any warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10862556","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK CASCADA (NA). WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT CAMERA EXPERIENCED A FAILURE AND SEVERAL SAFETY FEATURES WERE DISABLED IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT A SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/cascada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Cascada","model_slug":"cascada","cluster_id":"cascada-2016-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and performance failures","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11745874","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Cascada. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal squealing sound. The vehicle was subsequently taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a PCV valve failure","quote_2_odi":"11256130","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK CASCADA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED AND/OR SHUT COMPLETELY OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO ED MORRIS AUTO BLVD (10133 US HWY 19, PORT RICHIE, FL) ON FIFTEEN SEPARATE OCCASIONS FOR THE SAME FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11688051","quote_3_text":"See attached document for complaint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/cascada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Cascada","model_slug":"cascada","cluster_id":"cascada-2016-rear-window-separation","label":"Convertible top rear window separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11718797","quote_1_text":"The rear window of the convertible top starts to pull away from the top itself. Could separate and displace entirely causing damage or injury behind","quote_2_odi":"11718833","quote_2_text":"The back window on the convertible top has separated from the fabric. Buick dealership said it was not a covered item under the extended warranty","quote_3_odi":"11339734","quote_3_text":"THE REAR GLASS WINDOW IS LIFTING ON THE BOTTOM LEFT CORNER. MY HUSBAND JUST NOTICED IT ONE DAY. A SERVICE BULLETIN WAS RELEASED BY GM IN NOVEMBER, 2019 REGARDING THIS ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/cascada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2010-liftgate-failure","label":"Rear liftgate strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11042370","quote_1_text":"2010 BUICK ENCLAVE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAILING LIFT GATE. CONSUMER IS SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED AT THE TIME OF THE RECALL THE DEALERSHIP REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE DUE TO IT NOT EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10778550","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT OPENED THE REAR LIFTGATE TO PLACE SOMETHING IN THE VEHICLE. THE LIFTGATE DROPPED DOWN ONTO THE CONTACT'S HEAD. THE CONTACT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11001177","quote_1_text":"LOTS OF INFORMATION THAT BUICK SHOULD SEND OUT A RECALL REGARDING THE STEERING RACK LEAKS THIS CAR GETS. MECHANIC CLAIMED I HAD STEERING LEAKS, I HARDLY DRIVE THIS CAR","quote_2_odi":"10836827","quote_2_text":"AT LESS THAN 60,000 MILES THE RACK AND PINION STEERING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A CLUNKING NOISE AND LEAKING SEALS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2010-stall-door-lock-cycling","label":"Intermittent engine stall with door lock cycling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11571321","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE LOCKS ON THE DOORS WILL SUDDENLY LOCK, UNLOCK, LOCK AND UNLOCK. AFTER THAT THE ENGINE SLOWS WAY DOWN LOSING POWER, THEN IT WILL BE OKAY TO GIVE IT MORE GAS AND IT SPEEDS UP. THE LAST COUPLE OF TIMES THIS HAPPENED, THE CAR LOST ALL POWER","quote_2_odi":"10935505","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED. ALSO, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED AND VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2010-timing-chain-stall","label":"Timing chain stretch and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11679800","quote_1_text":"The timing chain broke and my transmission needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11142249","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN FAILURE ON 2010 ENCLAVE WITH 56,601 MILES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10438882","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT KEPT COMING ON. LOVE BUICK, COLUMBIA SC REPLACED MODULE. SEVERAL DAYS LATER AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN WITH A MESSAGE \" SERVICE AIRBAG \". ABOVE DEALER NOW HAS THIS VEHICLE IN SERVICE AND SAYS THEY NEED TO KEEP IT SEVERAL DAYS FOR MORE DIAGNOSTICS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11555098","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to an unknown recall","quote_3_odi":"11245171","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BUICK ENCLAVE. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2011-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10572550","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON I-85 IN ATLANTA, GA...DOING 75MPH IN THE FAST LANE....THE ENGINE JUST DIED...SAYING THE ENGINE POWER HAD BEEN REDUCED....I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE LEFT LANE & STOPPED ON A DIVIDER @ EXIT 95(ENTRANCE TO I-285)","quote_2_odi":"10864514","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 70 MPH, VEHICLE RPMS JUMPED UPWARD THEN ENGINE SHUTDOWN, HAVING TO DRIFT OUT OF 70 MPH TRAFFIC ONTO SHOULDER OF HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11311035","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AROUND 65 MPH AND ALL OF SUDDEN L LOSS ALL ENGINE POWER. I COULD BARELY STEER THE SUV OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. ALMOST GOT HIT FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER DRIVER. HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND THEY SAID THE MOTOR SEIZED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2011-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure and unexpected closure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10505898","quote_1_text":"THE BACK AUTOMATIC LIFT GATE WAS ACTIVATED. THE LIFT GATE OPENED PROPERLY BUT WHEN IT WAS OPENED COMPLETELY THE LOCKING MECHANISM FAILED AND THE DOOR FELL CLOSED","quote_2_odi":"10794767","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS UNLOADING THE GROCERIES ONE DAY AND THE POWER LIFT GATE FELL ON HER BACK WITHOUT WARNING. SHE HAD A VERY BAD BRUISE AND SKIN ABRASION FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS. I WAS SURPRISED THAT OUR LIFT GATE STRUTS HAD FAILED WITH ONLY 54K MILES ON THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11091977","quote_3_text":"CAME HOME FROM THE STORE , AS I WAS GETTING GROCERIES OUT OF THE BACK THE TAIL LIFTGATE CAME DOWN AND HIT ME IN THE HEAD. NOW WHEN ITS OPEN IT JUMPS UP AND DOWN.IT HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN. VERY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and pump failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11480571","quote_1_text":"At low speed all power steering is lost. Almost ran into a parked car. When pulling from a driveway onto the roadway almost hit another car head on. My wife will no longer drive the car because of this","quote_2_odi":"11220675","quote_2_text":"AT SLOWER SPEEDS WHILE NOT ACCELERATING OR ON UNEVEN SURFACE, THE POWER STEERING FAILS REVERTING TO MANUAL STEERING. MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THERE IS NO WARNING WHEN IT'S GOING TO HAPPEN","quote_3_odi":"11130634","quote_3_text":"THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED. THIS FAILURE CAUSED THE STEERING TO TIGHTEN AT SLOW SPEEDS MAKING THE CAR EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AND SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, I WAS TOLD THAT POWER STEERING PRESSURE INLET HOSE AND POWER STEERING GEAR ASSEMBLY NEEDED REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2011-transmission-rollback","label":"Vehicle rollback on inclines in drive or park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10426648","quote_1_text":"BUICK ENCLAVE 2011: THE CAR ROLLS DOWN UNCONTROLLABLY ON HILLS WHILE IN GEAR WHETHER IN DRIVE OR REVERSE, AND IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL. THIS ALSO REQUIRES VERY QUICK MOVEMENT FROM BRAKE TO ACCELERATOR. THERE IS NO \"HILL HOLD\" FEATURE AND DRIVETRAIN PROVIDES NO RESISTANCE","quote_2_odi":"10627615","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN ON A FLAT ROAD AND SLOWLY DISENGAGED THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE STARTED ROLLING BACKWARDS","quote_3_odi":"10723160","quote_3_text":"EVER SINCE I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IT ROLLS BACKWARDS WHEN IN PARK.,I TOLD THE DEALER ABOUT IT AND THEY SAY IT'S COMMON. WHAT EVER THAT MEANS. I PUT UP WITH THIS UNTIL NOW THAT I AM PARKING IT IN A SMALL GARAGE AND WHEN I PARK IT IT ROLLS BACK AND THE OVERHEAD DOOR HITS THE BUMPER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11554703","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED CAR USED FROM CAR DEALER. DEALER STATES HIS MECHANIC INSPECTED VEHICLE. I DROVE OFF THE LOT WITH NO ISSUES. LESS THAN 48 HRS LATER, SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON","quote_2_odi":"11440500","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph a second vehicle crashed into the passenger side causing severe damage to the vehicle. During the crash, the passenger-side curtain air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-engine-power-reduction","label":"Engine power reduction with StabiliTrak warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11738309","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly and without warning experienced a severe, dangerous loss of acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11600412","quote_2_text":"Driving along and engine power reduced causing car to slow significantly - like downshifting two gears. Lights / traction control lights came on dash. Errors flashed - \"Traction Control Off\", \"Service Stabilitrak\", \"Engine Power Reduced\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-engine-stall-replacement","label":"Engine stalling and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11727724","quote_1_text":"While sitting at a traffic light my engine runs rough, then it dies","quote_2_odi":"11429565","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 45 MPH and approaching a stop sign, the vehicle stalled without warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate closing or falling without warning","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11543617","quote_1_text":"The hatch door slam down by its self and it hit my daughter and my husband two different times because it slam down with no warning","quote_2_odi":"11526006","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that after pressing the liftgate button to the open the rear liftgate, the liftgate door opened before suddenly falling downward and closing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering pump and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11433949","quote_1_text":"Loss of power steering when brakes applied. This is dangerous to make turns and park the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11097560","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE IN THE MIDDLE OF A TURN ONTO LOCAL HIGHWAY, STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY BECAME STIFF AND IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN ' I WAS ALMOST GOT HIT BY A TRUCK!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and timing belt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11317317","quote_1_text":"WORN OUT TIMING CHAIN AND GEARS CAUSING ENGINE CODES P0017, P0018, AND P0019","quote_2_odi":"11092571","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED ON MY BUICK ENCLAVE. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT THAT SHOULD BE COVERED BY GM UNDER A RECALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2012-transmission-slip-rollback","label":"Transmission slipping and vehicle rollback on inclines","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11614684","quote_1_text":"When pulling onto a county road with traffic the transmission kept slipping and the engine would rev higher. It took a lot longer to get up to speed and the cars behind me had to brake quickly","quote_2_odi":"10794664","quote_2_text":"WHENEVER THE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE AND ON AN INCLINE THE VEHICLE WILL ROLL BACKWARDS EXCESSIVELY IF THE BRAKES ARE NOT HELD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11610032","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11195317","quote_2_text":"THE SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK IT TO INDEPENDENT AUTO SERVICE SHOP THEN THE DEALERSHIP, NEITHER COULD FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH THEM","quote_3_odi":"11044048","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S SEAT AIRBAG DEFECTIVE. A WARNING LIGHT INDICATED IT WAS NOT FUNCTIONING. WHEN REPAIRED, NOTED THAT AIRBAG WAS \"OPEN\" AND WOULD NOT HAVE INFLATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11467986","quote_1_text":"Engine stalled multiple times while driving. Fuse box under hood loose and threw a code P1682. Only threw code once. No other warnings","quote_2_odi":"10644760","quote_2_text":"RECENTLY, THE VEHICLE HAS STARTED SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING. ON SEPTEMBER 13, 2014, WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE \"SERVICE BATTERY CHARGING SYSTEM\" LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"10662485","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START ON 12/1/14. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP IN SAN LUIS OBISPO, CALIFORNIA, AND THEY TOWED IT IN. THE BATTERY WAS FINE AND THEY TOLD MY WIFE THAT THEY COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-engine-power-reduction","label":"Engine power reduction with StabiliTrak fault","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11576452","quote_1_text":"You will just be driving down the road and then get the check engine light, engine power reduced, traction control off, and service stabilitrak warning on the dash board. You can be going 60 and it will just shut down with no warning","quote_2_odi":"11160905","quote_2_text":"THE CAR STARTED DYING WHETHER I'M ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 65 OR STOPPED OR ACCELERATING...SO MANY DIFFERENT CIRCUMSTANCES.. THE CAR WILL BE GOING ALONG FINE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN IT SAYS TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE STABILITRAK SYSTEM, ENGINE POWER REDUCED AND THEN IT DIES","quote_3_odi":"10628529","quote_3_text":"WHILE CAR IS IN MOTION (AROUND 35-40 MPH) THE STABILITRAK, ABS, A/C, BLIND-SPOT MONITOR SHUTS OFF; SPEEDOMETER, GAS GAUGE, BATTERY GAUGE ON DASHBOARD ALL GO DOWN TO ZERO (EVEN WHEN CAR IS MOVING); ENGINE IS STILL RUNNING, BUT VEHICLE DOES NOT RESPOND WHEN ACCELERATOR IS APPLIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10816970","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP BULB EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE INSPECTED","quote_2_odi":"10825119","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF. I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THERE IS A SHORT IN THE HEADLIGHTS REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF BOTH HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLES","quote_3_odi":"11099293","quote_3_text":"REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE TURN SIGNAL/BRAKE LAMPS KEEP BLOWING EVERY 5-6 MONTHS. ALMOST LIKE CLOCK WORK, THE PASSENGER SIDE LAMP BLOWS AND WITHIN 5-6 DAYS THE DRIVER SIDE LAMP BLOWS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11301142","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT ONE DAY WHILE REVERSING FROM THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING CEASED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE HIT A TREE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED AND THERE WAS NOT A POLICE REPORT FILED","quote_2_odi":"11437307","quote_2_text":"Brake seemed as if it had a sound when purchased but dealership said it was inspected. I now find that it leaks fluid and I spent over $600 to replace the pump","quote_3_odi":"10928267","quote_3_text":"LIGHTS ON THE DASH BOARD CAME ON WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH INDICATING AWD, TRACTION CONTROL AND ANTI-LOCK BREAKS WERE NOT WORKING. POWER STEERING ALSO WAS NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-tire-sidewall-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10786285","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCLAVE EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN LATITUDE TOUR TIRES, SIZE: P255/60R19 108S. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES HAD CRACKS AROUND THE PERIMETER","quote_2_odi":"10947229","quote_2_text":"ALL FOUR TIRES HAVE PREMATURE SIDEWALL CRACKS AND CRACKS BETWEEN THE TREAD PATTERN. THE VEHICLE HAS THE ORIGINAL FOUR MICHELIN LATITUDE TOUR TIRES","quote_3_odi":"10875603","quote_3_text":"MY ORIGINAL MICHELIN LATITUDE TOUR 255/60R 19 WAS RECALLED. HOWEVER MY DOT IS OFF BY MAYBE 8 MONTHS. ISSUE WAS DEFECT INSIDEWALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11556973","quote_1_text":"This vehicle should have a recall on the transmission upon review the recall numbers NHTSA Recall ID: 14V092000 and NHTSA Recall ID: 09V073000 are not showing up in the system as recalls on the 2013 model","quote_2_odi":"11153695","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE. NO REVERSE AND WILL NOT SHIFT PAST SECOND GEAR. VEHICLE IS LIMITED TO ABOUT 15-20 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10983876","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASE THIS VEHICLE USED FROM HENNESSEY BUICK DEALERSHIP 9 MONTHS AGO AS CERTIFIED USED CAR. MAY 4 TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 75 NORTH, AT SIXTY FIVE MILES PER HOUR/THE TRANSMISSION GIVE A LOUD BAND SOUND AND THE CAR STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2014-airbag-light-recurs-postrepair","label":"Airbag warning light recurring after service","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11586262","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was previously included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) and the recall repair was performed. The contact stated that after the repair was performed, the driver’s side “Air Bag Service” warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11682409","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this statement regarding an ongoing issue with the driver seat airbag in my vehicle. The airbag warning light continues to illuminate intermittently. I have had the issue looked at multiple times by my mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11692521","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and occupied, while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact became aware that the air bag warning light was illuminated more than five times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2014-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11696042","quote_1_text":"I was involved in an accident that myself and my passenger were injured in due to our airbags not deploying and because of this we both hit our heads","quote_2_odi":"11643310","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at unknown speeds in the snow, the brake pedal was applied, but the vehicle slid and crashed into an unknown vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11529710","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while accelerating from a four-way traffic light at 5 mph, another vehicle's T-boned into the front driver-side tire. No air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":125,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11668918","quote_1_text":"In June 2023, I received a safety recall from GM, identified with the number N232404980, informing me that my 2014 Buick Enclave SUV, VIN : had a dangerous defect in the front-driver airbag inflater. The letter stated that the necessary parts to repair my vehicle were not","quote_2_odi":"11701860","quote_2_text":"I called my Buick dealer and was told they had the part. I set up an appointment and took my car in for the repair, and was told they made a mistake and didn't have the part after all and that they would let me know when they got it in","quote_3_odi":"11557387","quote_3_text":"I called Integrity Buick of Chattanooga TN and asked about replacing the recalled airbag and was told there is no remedy and could not fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2014-stall-reduced-engine-power","label":"Stall with reduced engine power and traction control fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751003","quote_1_text":"My vehicle starts displaying traction control on the dash then says reduced engine power and looses power starting until u stop turn it off and crank it back up. Sometimes it runs really rough and you have to crank it back up","quote_2_odi":"11559631","quote_2_text":"Engine reduced, traction control, and stabilitytrak lights came on 11/3/2023. Car died on me while I was sitting in traffic. Took car to Firestone on 11/9. They stated car needed oil change and tune up","quote_3_odi":"11606586","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving uphill, the messages \"Service Stabili-trak\" and \"Traction Control Off\" messages were displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"buick-enclave-2014-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11635211","quote_1_text":"At 85,000mi my transmission failed while driving on the highway. The dealership kept the transmission so it can not be inspected. This was extremely dangerous with my whole family in the car too","quote_2_odi":"11696098","quote_2_text":"The vehicle began shuddering and losing power during normal driving. The issue occurs at various speeds, especially between 35–60 mph, and feels as though the car is slipping or will stall","quote_3_odi":"11566033","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and decelerating to make a turn, the vehicle experienced a hard shift. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11608418","quote_1_text":"I was notified via USPS mail by GM 06/2023 regarding a recall (N232404980 / 23V334) & parts not being currently available","quote_2_odi":"11570289","quote_2_text":"This recall has been an issue since the middle of last year. I have called Buick several times and I am still being told that, \"there is no remedy\". It is unsafe for me to drive my children around in a vehicle with an airbag issue","quote_3_odi":"11531726","quote_3_text":"I don’t know if this is the correct form but - My vehicle has been recalled for a serious safety risk and Buick will not provide a replacement vehicle or pay for a rental while my car is not drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-oil-consumption-timing-chain","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673533","quote_1_text":"oil just disappears. Burns off all the engine oil w no smoke","quote_2_odi":"11602483","quote_2_text":"I took my car in for routine maintenance service and requested them to investigate a rattle noise when the car is started and when it idles. The vehicle was around 96K mile range","quote_3_odi":"11631383","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that upon inspection it was discovered that the vehicle was leaking engine oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11229297","quote_1_text":"SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING MY 2015 BUICK ENCLAVE THE POWER STEERING PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED. ABOUT 15K MILES LATER, THE POWER STEERING HOSE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11431675","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel develops play because the components of the tie rod loosen and it is difficult to maintain control of the vehicle at high and low speeds","quote_3_odi":"11403787","quote_3_text":"SON WAS DRIVING CAR AND THE STEERING LOCKED. VEARED OFF ROAD AFTER TURNING ONTO STREET, WENT OVER CURB ONTO SIDEWALK AND HIT LIGHT POLE AND CONCRETE BENCH, STOPPING INCHES FROM A BUILDING. CAR WAS TOTALED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-seat-belt-lockup","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor lock-up","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10763443","quote_1_text":"THE SCARIEST THING AND I HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED A SEAT BELT LOCKING TO THE POINT OF A CHILD NEARLY FAINTING BECAUSE IT WAS CHOCKING HIM AROUND THE BELLY AREA","quote_2_odi":"11241030","quote_2_text":"MY DAUGHTER ENDED UP GETTING THE SEAT BELT TWISTED AROUND HER WAIST WHEN SHE WAS TRYING TO GET OUT. THE SEATBELT WAS LOCKED TIGHTLY AROUND HER WAIST AND SHE COULD NOT GET OUT","quote_3_odi":"11217092","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT BELT CABLE COMPLETELY SHARED OFF WHERE IT ATTACHES TO FLOOR. CAME APART WHEN TRYING TO USE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11325840","quote_1_text":"CAR SHUTS OFF LOSE POWER GOING 70 MILES A HOUR ON HIGHYAY WE FILED A COMPLAINT BACK JANUARY 2019 PROBLEM STILL HAPPENS JUST LAST WEEK IT HAPPENED AGAIN WERE GONNA GET HURT SOONER OR LATER IF NOT FIXED THANK YOU","quote_2_odi":"11492651","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed, Service Traction Control/Stabilitrak warning comes on. Vehicle slows and if driver attempts to accelerate (using accelerator pedal), it causes severe lurching of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11301125","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT THE ENGINE SHUT OFF AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD. THE ENGINE RPMS REVVED UP WITH SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2015-wheel-air-pressure-loss","label":"Wheel air-pressure loss and realignment","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11121760","quote_1_text":"19\" CHROME CLAD ALUMINUM WHEELS CONSTANT LEAK AIR. TIRES MUST BE INFLATED EVERY 3 TO FOUR DAYS","quote_2_odi":"11149526","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THE CAR IN AUGUST 2015. LESS THAN A WEEK AFTER BUYING IT, I HAD ISSUES WITH WHEELS AS IT WIGGLES AND IS NOT STABLE REGARDLESS OF THE TYPE OF ROAD I AM IN","quote_3_odi":"11083132","quote_3_text":"TIRES: EXPERIENCING TREAD CRACKING, LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE. I AM CONSTANTLY STOPPING TO ADD AIR TO TIRES, LOSS OF PRESSURE IS INTERMITTENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-airbag-nondeployment-light","label":"Front air bag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11114338","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE A VERY SERIOUS CONCERN ABOUT OUR VEHICLE. WE WERE INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON FRIDAY, JULY 28, 2018. A CAR RAN RIGHT INTO OUR REAR WITHOUT STOPPING AT ABOUT 45 MPH. WE WERE VERY SURPRISED OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11114255","quote_2_text":"THERE WAS SMOKE COMING IN THE VENTS OF THE FRONT OF THE CAR AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11240442","quote_3_text":"2016 BUICK ENCLAVE HAD A SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT/MESSAGE ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD CONTINUOUSLY. I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST & THE ISSUE IS THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-airbag-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Takata air bag recall parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":107,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11605112","quote_1_text":"In June of 2023 I received a safety recall from GM on my 2016 Buick Enclave concerning a defect in the airbag system. I contacted my local GM dealer and they said the hadn't received the replacement parts yet and that I would be notified when they were available","quote_2_odi":"11642320","quote_2_text":"My airbags were recalled May 10, 2023 and I have been trying to get them replaced under recall # 23V334 for over a year now and am continously told that the part is on backorder","quote_3_odi":"11578859","quote_3_text":"I am writing to express my alarm as to the length of time it is taking to resolve a safety recall ([XXX]) on my 2016 Buick Enclave. The recall was issued in May of 2023 and 10 months later, still no fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11452224","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop uphill, with his children in the middle rear passenger’s seats, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10909587","quote_2_text":"BROUGHT THE CAR IN EARLIER THIS YEAR BECAUSE THE CAR WAS STALLING. THEY TOLD ME IT MAY HAVE BEEN A LOSE CABLE, BUT LIKELY WAS NOTHING. IN THE LAST 3 WEEKS THE CAR HAS STALLED 3 TIMES WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11749129","quote_3_text":"Traction stabilization light comes on very frequently and vehicle loses power, step on gas and it sputters can’t get out of any one’s way, they throw parts at it and never fixes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11076860","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK ENCLAVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS USING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL BEFORE SCHEDULED OIL CHANGES. THE ENGINE LOW INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11321672","quote_2_text":"MY CAR ISN'T LEAKING ANY OIL SO IT IS BURNING IT AND ITS IT'S UNDER WARRANTY STILL BUT THEY WON'T FIX ANYTHING ON IT AND OTHER YEAR AND MAKE MODELS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-power-steering-pump-leak","label":"Power steering pump and hose fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11098619","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2016 BUICK ENCLAVE - THE HAVE EXCEEDED MY WARRANTY BY APPROXIMATELY BY APPROXIMATELY 7,000 MILES NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEGUN MAKING SQUEALING SOUND MAINLY WHEN TURNING","quote_2_odi":"11270518","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING HAS STARTED FAILING WHEN TURNING, MAKING IT EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. SEEMS WORSE AT SLOW SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11281697","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND WENT TO TURN INTO THE GAS STATION. WHEN I TRIED TO TURN IT WAS A LOUD WHIRRING SOUND. I TOOK IT BACK TO WHERE I BOUGHT IT. I HAVEN'T EVEN OWNED THE CAR FOR 30 DAYS YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2016-transmission-gear-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failure to shift or hold gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11141649","quote_1_text":"DRIVING VEHICLE WOULD NOT GET OUT OF FIRST GEAR. DECIDE TO GET VEHICLE HOME SO I TURNED AROUND AND FOUND THAT I DID NOT HAVE RESERVE ALSO. ON WAY BACK HOME TRANSMISSION MADE A LOUD CLUNKING SOUND AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"10914858","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION WON'T SHIFT OUT OF 1ST GEAR AND REVERSE GEAR DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11054874","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 27,125 MILES. WHILE AT A STOP SIGN AT A BUSY INTERSECTION, WENT TO PROCEED AND HAD NO POWER TO MOVE. ENGINE WAS RUNNING FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11527101","quote_1_text":"I was rear ended on the highway going 65 mph. The rear driver side was completely crushed. The air bags didn't go off. Seat belts didn't lock up and the driver's seat broke","quote_2_odi":"11487346","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that all the air bags failed to deploy and that the passenger side hit a tree and the driver side of the vehicle was partially in the pond. No warning lights had illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11322594","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS REAR ENDED WHILE PARKED. THE CAR IS TOTALED. THE CAR MOVED UP SEVERAL FEET UPON IMPACT IN PARK AND HIT THE TRAILER THAT WAS PARKED IN FRONT OF IT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE SCREEN SHOWED AN ERROR MESSAGE FOLLOWING THE ACCIDENT THAT SAID \"SERVICE AIRBAGS\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Airbag inflator recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":141,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11673611","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that several local dealers were contacted regarding the recall repair and was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11585419","quote_2_text":"There is a current recall on my 2017 Buick Enclave. The front-driver airbag inflator may contain a supplier manufacturing defect that may result in inflator rupture during deployment","quote_3_odi":"11738188","quote_3_text":"We have been waiting almost 1 year and the dealerships still can't get a replacement airbag from the manufacturer 's to do said replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-engine-stall-misfire","label":"Engine stalling and misfire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11614459","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle was vibrating, with the electronic stability warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11531531","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound and stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence","quote_3_odi":"11279739","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11374379","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING STOPS FUNCTIONING WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN, RESULTING IN A LIKELY CAR ACCIDENT. DRIVING IN CITY MAKING ANY KING OF TURN EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE ALREADY","quote_2_odi":"11474086","quote_2_text":"I had to have the power steering unit replaced under warranty and now it needs to be replaced again at less than 80000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11718078","quote_3_text":"While driving in rush hour traffic one day all power steering was lost with no explanation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt failing to lock or detaching from seat","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11630074","quote_1_text":"Seat belt became detached from the seat on the drivers side where it attaches to the left hand side of the seat","quote_2_odi":"11279595","quote_2_text":"2 OF THE PEOPLE (THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER BEHIND THE DRIVER) DID NOT HAVE THE SHOULDER SEAT BELT HOLD. THE DRIVER HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE PASSENGER HIT THE BACK OF THE DRIVERS SEAT. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10958293","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11723536","quote_1_text":"No warning or cracks in the sun roof were observed. I was driving on the Highway at 60 mph and the front sun roof window just shattered and sprayed me with glass","quote_2_odi":"11054456","quote_2_text":"AT SLOW SPEED JUST STARTING AWAY FROM TRAFFIC LIGHT IN BROWNSVILLE TX, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. GM SAYS NOT WARRANTY ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and jerking during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11520273","quote_1_text":"When driving the vehicle and going from 2rd to 3rd gear (approximately 20-30mph and 2000 rpm) the vehicle will shudder and shake. The problem is consistent. When driving the vehicle, the shakiness of the vehicle slows down acceleration and causes the car to swerve a little","quote_2_odi":"11162678","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND DECELERATED AND THE SERVICE STABILITY TRACK INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_3_odi":"11490283","quote_3_text":"The engine light has come on and a diagnostic check has been made and I was told it needed the transmission replaced. This car has only 112,000 miles on it and has been maintained","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-acceleration-shudder","label":"Shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11456220","quote_1_text":"For 6 months I have had a shutter in the front part of my car. When I accelerate the car violently shakes. The car was under bumper Bumper warranty when this problem started. I have taken it to my dealer on multiple occasions and they and their engineers…","quote_2_odi":"11608383","quote_2_text":"My car starting sputtering on take off from stops, extremely dangerous if you’re trying to get out in traffic and keep up quickly from a stop. Then when I took it to get looked at it the mechanic said it needs a new transmission…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-auto-stop-stall","label":"Engine stall at auto-stop restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11142010","quote_1_text":"2018 BUICK ENCLAVE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE SHUTING DOWN WHEN VEHICLE STOPS. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE START STOP FEATURE INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS DOWN THE ENGINE WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IDLE AND DOES NOT RECOVER QUICK ENOUGH FOR SAFE STARTS IN TRAFFIC. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11440931","quote_2_text":"The car has an auto-stop feature however at times, when the car is stopped, the entire electrical and engine shuts down even while the car is in drive. The driver must restart the car and put the car into park and then back into drive…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-brake-pedal-non-response","label":"Brake pedal non-response with ABS warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11259038","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE ISSUE RAISED ITS UGLY HEAD AGAIN. THE VEHICLE HAS OPERATED FINE SINCE THE ORIGINAL INCIDENT EVEN WITH THE FRONT-END DAMAGE. YESTERDAY, ONE WEEK AFTER THE ORIGINAL INCIDENT IT OCCURRED AGAIN. COLD START LEAVING A RESTAURANT TURNED OUT OF PARKING LOT…","quote_2_odi":"11072267","quote_2_text":"ON ONLY THE THIRD DAY AFTER PURCHASING A BUICK ENCLAVE AVENIR 2018 I HAD A SAFETY ISSUE INVOLVING THE BRAKES. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES A GRINDING NOISE WITH AN INABILITY TO PROPERLY BRAKE AND A RED SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST MESSAGE APPEARED ON MY DASH…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-exhaust-cat-converter","label":"Catalytic converter and front exhaust pipe cracking","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11700353","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that after picking up the vehicle from the dealer for a different failure, the exhaust pipe made an abnormally loud sound while driving. The check engine and other unknown warning lights were…","quote_2_odi":"11735792","quote_2_text":"Exhaust leak from broken front exhaust pipe. This has been a known defect in this make/model however the year of my vehicle was not included in the extended repair window and should have been. The exhaust leak was identified by the dealership when the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-parking-brake-self-engage","label":"Electronic parking brake self-engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11695400","quote_1_text":"Several times I have been stopped at a red light, and my parking break will come on without me engaging it. I was almost hit by other vehicles the last time my vehicle did this. People were blasting their horns and speeding around me because I was unable…","quote_2_odi":"11234221","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE TURNED ON (WITHOUT THE DRIVER COMMANDING IT), STOPPING THE REAR WHEELS FROM ROTATING FREELY, MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE THE CAR. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THIS HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11737422","quote_1_text":"After two transmission flushes and being told by a Buick dealership's service technicians that nothing is wrong with the vechile's transmission, it has now failed completely at ~90k miles.","quote_2_odi":"11706736","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while stopped at a gas station; after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle was restarted but was unable to shift to drive(D). The contact attempted to shift to reverse(R) and the shift lever failed to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-alternator-total-power-loss","label":"Alternator failure causing total power and steering loss","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11751653","quote_1_text":"In city traffic about 45-50MPH, no warning lights until total electrical/power failure - no power, no steering, no electrical/lights. Car is owned by [XXX] mother-in-law ([XXX]). Her daughter ([XXX]) was driving. Had [XXX] been driving, there would have been a wreck. [XXX] was","quote_2_odi":"11730218","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving in traffic at 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The horn and wipers turned on unexpectedly. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality and was inoperable and the vehicle jerked","quote_3_odi":"11539079","quote_3_text":"The alternator was reported went bad after only 4 years of usage, the dealer refused to pay the fixing cost for this. Due to the failure of the alternator, the car lost all the power in the middle of the road with our entire family in the car during the night, very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto stop/start system fails to restart, engine shuts off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11696554","quote_1_text":"The issue appears to be related to the auto start-stop system and/or an EVAP-related component, as the vehicle will sometimes completely shut off instead of restarting when stopped. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. How was your safety or the safety of others","quote_2_odi":"11622411","quote_2_text":"Start/stop function malfunctioned in the middle of the road, this has happened multiple times before and after replacing starter and battery, looked at by several mechanics. If I stop the car at a light or in traffic my car will dint turn back on or let me shift. Thus a safety","quote_3_odi":"11639285","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while at a stop light the Auto START/STOP feature malfunctioned. The contact stated that after releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle turned off instead of restarting the engine. The contact stated that several","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-canister-purge-valve-stall","label":"Canister purge valve failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11469253","quote_1_text":"My safety was at risk due to stalling 3 different times on busy roads/intersections after refueling my vehicle. When the Solenoid valve and canister fail when coming to a stop after refueling it causes the car/engine to flutter and completely stall then goes into neutral. It","quote_2_odi":"11613301","quote_2_text":"On Sept 6th the check engine light came on. A diagnostic test showed it was code P0442 related to the canister purge valve /solenoid. It also showed that it was a permanent thing that had been on there a while but when I look up my Vin number there is no recalls for it, but","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-rear-ac-evaporator-failure","label":"Rear A/C evaporator and cooling system failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11752440","quote_1_text":"I am filing a safety complaint regarding repeated refrigerant leaks and rear A/C evaporator failure on my 2019 Buick Enclave. My vehicle has 72,000 miles and has experienced two A/C system failures within 60 days. The first Freon leak was repaired under a GM special warranty","quote_2_odi":"11675444","quote_2_text":"This is the third time in less the last couple of months that the air conditioning system on this 2019 Buick Enclave has failed. The vehicle consistently blows only hot air, regardless of whether it is in motion or stationary. The problem does not fluctuate with changes in speed","quote_3_odi":"11673083","quote_3_text":"Anc module is faulty after HVAC condensation entered the unit causing it to not work making all speakers nonfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-seat-belt-buckle-mounting","label":"Seat belt buckle and mounting hardware failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11553256","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated while attempting to buckle the seat belt however, the seat belt failed to lock securely in the buckle. The contact inspected the buckle and became aware that an internal part of the buckle had detached, preventing the","quote_2_odi":"11299634","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE 2ND ROW PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT IS NOT BOLTED TO THE FRAME. WHILE DRIVING THIS RENTAL CAR ON VACATION, THE PANELING FELL OFF REVEALING THAT THE SEAT BELT SPOOL WAS HANGING LOOSE AND NOT MOUNTED TO THE FRAME. BASED ON WHAT I CAN SEE FROM THE THREADS, IT APPEARS NEVER TO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2019-transmission-shudder-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11755753","quote_1_text":"The problematic 9 speed transmission failed at 72,000 miles on [XXX]. GM required a flush due to the significant shudder problems in the transmissions. This was performed on this vehicle at 32,000 miles. GM knows the is issues. The car brought to Gerald Jones GM in Graniteville","quote_2_odi":"11742026","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at 30 to 40 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering. The vehicle was hard to shift. The TPMS was illuminated. The contact indicated the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V668000 (Power Train). The","quote_3_odi":"11654555","quote_3_text":"The 2019 Buick Enclave was taken in for transmission fluid flush & check. The dealer came back and stated that the torque converter needed replacement. The car was still under mileage warranty but just past the roll-off-line date by a month. There are numerous issues all over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear back-up camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730315","quote_1_text":"Back up Camera has stopped working. When placing car into reverse we get a black screen with a warning signal and picture of camera with line through. this creates a safety issue when backing up with out camera guidance","quote_2_odi":"11580980","quote_2_text":"Infotainment screen will appear black when it should be showing the image from the rear-facing camera, and is showing a red triangle and a circle with a line through it","quote_3_odi":"11502595","quote_3_text":"My Enclave’s back up camera keeps going out and it’s identical to the issue that was under investigation by the NHTSA, which GM ultimately just issued a recall for the Cadillac XT5, XT6 and Acadia models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2020-engine-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Engine and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11690090","quote_1_text":"I came to a stop in the left turn lane at an intersection with a red light with the car in drive and my foot engaged on the brake to wait for the light to turn green. The car suddenly and completely died and all power was shut down. I was not able to engage the hazards","quote_2_odi":"11719053","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has experienced repeated engine shutdowns while driving, creating a serious safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11558170","quote_3_text":"When starting our 2020 Buick Enclave I noticed the low voltage battery light stayed illuminated after startup. A message followed on the message center located in the center of the gauge cluster. The message read Service Electrical Charging System","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2020-exhaust-bracket-failure","label":"Front exhaust pipe mounting bracket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11754749","quote_1_text":"The mounting bracket welded to the front exhaust pipe (near the flex section) broke off due to weak factory welds. As a result tearing a hole in my exhaust pipe and potentially leading to exhaust fumes leaking into the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11624044","quote_2_text":"2020 Buick Enclave mounting bracket separated from the front exhaust pipe which caused a hole to appear in the exhaust pipe. This is a known issue for 2019, 2021, and 2022 Buick Enclaves","quote_3_odi":"11682684","quote_3_text":"The front exhaust pipe bracket has broken. Upon investigation, this is an ongoing issue for 2018-2019, and 2021-2023 Chevy Traverse and Buick Enclave models, but NOT 2020. All of the models use the exhaust system and same bracket, and it should be included as a special coverage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2020-seatbelt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to latch or secure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11750337","quote_1_text":"Drivers side seatbelt would not latch and dealership said it needed replaced","quote_2_odi":"11568257","quote_2_text":"The driver's seat belt will not click into place unless it is inserted multiple times until it finally latches","quote_3_odi":"11566595","quote_3_text":"My driver side seat belt has always been hard to click and secure. I am unable to secure my seatbelt at this time at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2020-transmission-park-lockup","label":"Transmission failure to shift or release from park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11744760","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle lost motive power and was coasted to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11610097","quote_2_text":"Vehicle would not go into park fortunately we were in a safe location to avoid a possible accident or injury. The vehicle has electronic transmission shifting","quote_3_odi":"11584293","quote_3_text":"After waiting at stop light with foot on the brake (auto stop not engaged) the light turned green. After releasing brake pedal and the car rolling approx 1 foot , then starting to accelerate, within 1-1/2 seconds the transmission went into park abruptly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2021-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Service brake grinding noise at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-05-05 → 2021-08-28","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11419275","quote_1_text":"I have a 2021 Buick Enclave Premium purchased 01.03.2021from Alden Buick-GMC been having problems with my brakes when I apply my brakes I have a brake noise grinding growling noise coming from the brakes. Took vehicle to dealership today 06.01.2021. Was told cause is Composition…","quote_2_odi":"11423968","quote_2_text":"Brakes started grinding at 300 miles.  I have filed a complaint with dealership who did record it and advised that it was a known issue that GM is working to resolve.  I now have approximately  2000 miles on the car and it continues to sound and feel like my brakes are grinding","quote_3_odi":"11415287","quote_3_text":"WHEN I DRIVE MY BUICK ENCLAVE AFTER IT SITS FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME, IF I APPLY THE BRAKES, I HAVE A LOUD GRINDING TYPE SOUND AND I NOTICE THE NOISE CONTINUES AS I DO MY SHOPPING AND IT DOES NOT ALWAYS GO AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2021-exhaust-system-failures","label":"Exhaust system and catalytic converter failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10-24 → 2026-06-17","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11670139","quote_1_text":"The catalytic converter has been replaced 3 times. The flex pipes has been repaired and replaced 4 times and the exhaust pipes has been welded on 5 times. The back tail pipe fail off while driving and had to be welded. The exhaust on this vehicle has given me many problems","quote_2_odi":"11621844","quote_2_text":"Catalytic converter was defective in October 2022. Had to wait to get part in. Vehicle taken to dealer for repair in December 2022/ Told that the second catalytic converter needed to be repaired. I stated that I was not aware that cars had two catalytic converters","quote_3_odi":"11744657","quote_3_text":"The muffler and tail pipe has fallen off 6 times and ive had to get repaired. I believe it is due to the bad torque converter that others have complained about and goggle says that is a likely failure on the buick","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2021-liftgate-unintended-opening","label":"Power liftgate unintended opening while driving or parked","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01-20 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11744102","quote_1_text":"The liftgate of my vehicle began opening on it's own at no apparent interval, but now occurs frequently while waiting for a repair part to come in.  This has happened while parked - including in public parking lots (where someone malicious could have entered the vehicle and the","quote_2_odi":"11734364","quote_2_text":"About six months ago the tailgate foot sensor failed and has not worked. Since then, the tailgate began randomly opening on its own, mostly when the car is parked and shut off, but  as of today(4-28-2026) it started occurring while I'm driving","quote_3_odi":"11732015","quote_3_text":"The trunk latching system malfunction even when it is set to OFF. When the vehicle is off or running it will open automatically then will not shut unless you turn the car on then shut the car off put on lock then unlock the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2021-seatbelt-latch-malfunction","label":"Seat belt latch failure to buckle or release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01-20 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753269","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the contact and her daughter inside the vehicle, her daughter's seat belt became extremely tight. The seat belt failed to unlatch, forcing the contact to cut the seat belt to remove her daughter from the seat","quote_2_odi":"11743361","quote_2_text":"Passenger side seatbelt latch gets stuck so when trying to buckle it doesn’t go in, you have to try multiple times. Get a notification on dashboard every once in a while saying seatbelt or airbag issue contact dealer. Warning light (air bag and seatbelt system) lights up","quote_3_odi":"11566689","quote_3_text":"Passenger seat belt doesn't always work. Has to click several times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750304","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Buick Enclave. While the contact’s daughter was driving through an intersection on a green light at an undisclosed speed, a truck crashed into the front driver’s side of the vehicle. Upon impact, the air bags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11690298","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35-45 MPH, the vehicle was T-boned by another vehicle on the passenger side. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder failure and total brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740224","quote_1_text":"Driving at 30mph and all the dashboard lights turned on and all the warnings kept popping on the dashboard and 30 seconds later the brakes were not working when I was approaching a busy intersection","quote_2_odi":"11696262","quote_2_text":"The vehicle had had some odd electrical issues. The brakes ended up failing while driving but no electrical issues at the time proceeding it. What I wasn't able to report before was that the brake pedal sunk to the floor with no effort to stop the vehicle at all","quote_3_odi":"11673412","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that a software update was required","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-brake-noise-pad-wear","label":"Brake squealing and premature pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729319","quote_1_text":"This happens every single day, not just today, but are two separate issues related to my brakes. 1- squealing brakes. Every single day and for several miles before they warm up","quote_2_odi":"11727213","quote_2_text":"Brakes are extremely noisy at low speeds","quote_3_odi":"11646657","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the brakes started to squeak. There were no warning lights illuminated. The brake pad life percentage was going down daily","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-display-screen-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712604","quote_1_text":"Digital dash display is completely black. There is no display of speed, lane departure, back-up camera or parking assist/surround view camera. Neither vehicle restart nor software reset corrects the issues","quote_2_odi":"11653173","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on first and then the infotainment went blank for three days. Took to dealership for the software update which shut the infotainment system down completely","quote_3_odi":"11621571","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Buick Enclave. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the display screen intermittently malfunctioned and only a black image was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-engine-transmission-failure","label":"Engine and transmission failure causing loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726348","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic engine failure. We were left stranded in [XXX] while on a trip. No warning lamps. Vehicle was towed and inspected by the Buick dealership service department","quote_2_odi":"11721385","quote_2_text":"My wife's 2025 Buick Enclave with less than 10,000 miles (around 9,800) stranded us on the highway. Transmission was shuddering and felt like we were hitting rumble straps on acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11706976","quote_3_text":"The engine and/or powertrain system catastrophically failed while the vehicle was in motion on the freeway. The vehicle lost power, shut down, and became disabled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Enclave","model_slug":"enclave","cluster_id":"enclave-2025-phantom-aeb-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without an obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738785","quote_1_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system activates unexpectedly and dangerously. Incident 1 5/7/2026: While driving approximately 2 mph in a drive-thru and rounding a curve, the vehicle suddenly applied full braking without warning","quote_2_odi":"11697839","quote_2_text":"Driving down the street after a short trip this morning with no one on the road in front of us the vehicle had an alert like we were about to impact someone and braked pretty hard 2x back to back with the collision alert popping up","quote_3_odi":"11732501","quote_3_text":"The car frequently just slams on the brakes on its own when reversing. Doesn’t matter the speed, and nothing is behind me at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/enclave","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-airbag-sensor-non-deployment","label":"Passenger air bag sensor and non-deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10980551","quote_1_text":"THE WARNING LIGHT CONNECTED TO THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG INTERMITTENTLY DISPLAYS THE OFF SIGN EVEN WHEN AN ADULT PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT. IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IF THE WARNING LIGHT READS OFF EVEN IF A PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10969995","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR DETECTS PASSENGER ABOUT 60% OF TIME, AT RANDOM OCCASIONS SETTING IN DRIVEWAY OR DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THE 40% AIRBAG IS OFF AND OUT OF SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"10643646","quote_3_text":"IN A LINE OF TRAFFIC GETTING READY TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND WITHOUT WARNING, THE ENGINE RACED CAUSING THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AND SLAM INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER CAR CAUSING OVER $5K WORTH OF DAMAGE TO THE ENCORE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-instrument-cluster-sunlight","label":"Instrument cluster unreadable in sunlight","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10563044","quote_1_text":"2013 BUICK ENCORE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE INSTRUMENT CAN NOT BE READ IN SUNNY WEATHER","quote_2_odi":"10626070","quote_2_text":"THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT LIGHT UP ENOUGH ON A SUNNY DAY TO BE ABLE TO CHECK SPEED, FUEL OR THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE. THESE SHOULD BE EASILY READ AT A GLANCE SO AS TO KEEP EYES ON THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10691789","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GAUGES IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WERE VERY HARD TO BE SEEN WHILE THE SUN WAS OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-reduced-engine-power-throttle","label":"Reduced engine power from throttle body failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10566380","quote_1_text":"LEAVING A STOP SIGN ONTO THREE LANE ROAD GOING DOWN A HILL,WHEN THE CAR HAD NO ACCELERATION, I PUT ON FLASHERS AND COASTED TO CURB,HAD TO CALL WRECKER AND BE TOWED TO DEALER,SAID IT WAS A THROTTLE BODY SENSOR,THAT IS SENSITIVE TO COLD WEATHER,2 DEALERS SAID THE SAME THING","quote_2_odi":"10704562","quote_2_text":"MY CAR DROVE FINE AND THEN I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AT A BUSY INTERSECTION WHEN MY TRACTION CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED CAME ACROSS THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11205773","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN STARTED FLASHING WHILE IN MOTION. THE TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON AND OFF REPEATEDLY. THE ENGINE HAD REDUCED POWER AND AT TIMES WOULD ONLY GO 30-35MPH EVEN WITH PEDAL MASHED ALL THE WAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-tire-air-loss-flats","label":"Repeated tire air loss and flats","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10610531","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCORE. THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES, SIZE 215/55R18 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR TIRES CONTINUOUSLY FLATTENED","quote_2_odi":"10678822","quote_2_text":"CONTINENTAL PRO CONTACT 215/55/18 UNKNOWN DAMAGE ACCORDING TO DEALERSHIP. 2ND OCCURRENCE WITHIN 2 MONTHS. TIRE UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED. DEALERSHIP UNABLE TO FIND CAUSE","quote_3_odi":"10934980","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 (NA) BUICK ENCORE EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI PRO CONTACT TIRES, SIZE: P215/55/R18 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT TWO OF THE FOUR TIRES CONTINUED TO LOSE AIR PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-turbocharger-underboost","label":"Turbocharger underboost and failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10863108","quote_1_text":"I HAVE PROBLEM WITH THE TURBOCHARGER","quote_2_odi":"11430630","quote_2_text":"The turbo charger is underboost and can explode the engine with oil flying everywhere","quote_3_odi":"11258455","quote_3_text":"TURBO WENT OUT TWICE WITHIN 3 MONTHS. ALSO I WAITED FOR 6 WEEKS ON A BACK ORDERED PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2013-unexpected-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11000670","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCORE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING IN THE PARK POSITION, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 47,000","quote_2_odi":"10587368","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER DRIVING IN REVERSE, SHE SHIFTED INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11456286","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in idle traffic going onto the express way when they were suddenly hit in the rear of the vehicle when the seat belts failed to restrain the contact from going forward. The contact stated there was no air bag deployment","quote_2_odi":"10995504","quote_2_text":"ON, 6/15/17, I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT TRAVELING AT ROUGHLY 50 MPH AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A FORD F-150 TURNED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WITHOUT LOOKING CAUSING THE FRONT OF MY VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE SIDE OF HER TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11181938","quote_3_text":"A FAULTY CLOCK SPRING ASSEMBLY PREVENTS THE AIR BAG SYSTEM FROM FUNCTIONING PROPERLY WHICH POSES A MAJOR SAFETY RISK. AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON WHEN DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-battery-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11630912","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Buick encore at random times when I turn the key to start the vehicle it just clicks once then complete power out even though the battery is fully charged","quote_2_odi":"10715554","quote_2_text":"AFTER OWNING MY 2014 BUICK ENCORE FOR ONLY 64 DAYS I WENT TO START THE VEHICLE AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START","quote_3_odi":"10588643","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE IGNITION KEY FAILED TO TURN WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO NOT BE ABLE TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-brake-noise-pedal-feel","label":"Brake noise and pedal feel issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893593","quote_1_text":"MOSTLY IN MORNINGS, BRAKES MAKE A GRINDING NOISE AND SLOW DOWN THE CAR. HAPPENS MOST COOLER DAYS","quote_2_odi":"10851798","quote_2_text":"MY GIRLFRIENDS 2014 BUICK ENCORE WITH ABOUT 15,000 SUDDENLY HAD THE BRAKE PEDAL GO \"SPONGY\". TWICE AT INTERSECTIONS WHILE HOLDING THE BRAKE PEDAL DOWN IT WOULD SUDDENLY DROP ABOUT 1/2\" LOWER","quote_3_odi":"10615607","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW IN NOVEMBER 2013. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SERVICED AT A LOCAL DEALERSHIP 6 TIMES SINCE THE BEGINNING OF MARCH FOR PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-catalytic-converter-p0420","label":"Catalytic converter failure with P0420 code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11536244","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine revved loudly, but the vehicle hesitated to accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11361178","quote_2_text":"SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT (PO420 CODE) CAME ON AND VEHICLE BEGIN TO VIBRATE AT START UP ESPECIALLY. TEMP GAUGE SHOWED OVERHEATING WITH NO SIGNS OF OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"11141498","quote_3_text":"EXPERIENCING OIL BLOW BY IN CYLINDER BLOCK AND CATYLIC CONVERTER FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11667527","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Encore. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a black screen. In addition, the low air pressure warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11456939","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that twice while her son was driving the vehicle at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","quote_3_odi":"10991792","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN THE DRIVE GEAR AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND SURGED FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11595246","quote_1_text":"On two occasions, there was a loss of steering assist while making a 90 degree right turn at an intersection. After forcing the steering wheel back straight, steering assist resumed","quote_2_odi":"11450944","quote_2_text":"Arked my car started back up power steering malfunctioned. Took to dealer they said gears striped on electronic assist","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2014-turbo-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and underboost condition","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11377760","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON MARCH 26, 2020, MY ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK MY CAR TO KELLER'S PROFESSIONAL AUTO, WHO DETECTED THAT MY TURBO HAD A CRACK ALL THE WAY ACROSS, SO I HAD TO REPLACE IT. I ONLY HAD 45,352 MILES ON MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11352240","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"11338554","quote_3_text":"IF THE VEHICLE DETECTS A TURBO UNDER BOOST CONDITION, ENGINE POWER IS IMMEDIATELY REDUCED (LIMP MODE) WITH NO INDICATOR LIGHT OR WARNING TO THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant detection fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11400189","quote_1_text":"DRIVER AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON .THIS IS THE 4TH TIME I HAVE HAD THIS PROBLEM SINCE IPURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON APRIL 2017. HAD IT SERVICED THE FIRST THREE TIMES BUT NOW THE WARRENTY IS OUT AND HERE I AM AGAIN WITH THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON","quote_2_odi":"10958688","quote_2_text":"MY FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT TURN ON WITH AN AVERAGE SIZE PERSON WEIGHING 135LBS SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. IT SEEMS TO ONLY WORK WITH SOMEONE SITTING IN IT AT A WEIGHT OF OVER 200LBS","quote_3_odi":"11387410","quote_3_text":"MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON THE DASHBOARD TELLING ME THAT MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IS OFF EVEN WITH SOMEONE SITTING IN THE SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-brake-noise-grab","label":"Brake noise and grabbing on application","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10723516","quote_1_text":"NEW BUICK 2015 ENCORE 1. APPYING BRAKES WHEN BACKING OUT OF GARAGE CREATES A SHRILL SQUEAL. 2. WHEN SLOWING FOR THE STOP SIGN AT THE END OF THE STREET, APPLYING BRAKES MAKES A MOANING SOUND AND SLIGHT VIBRATION","quote_2_odi":"10820894","quote_2_text":"SQUEAKING AND SCRAPING AND REDUCED PERFORMANCE OF REAR BRAKES. DEALER TRIED A FIX WITH IDENTICAL PARTS TO THE ORIGINAL ONES BUT THE PROBLEM CONTINUES","quote_3_odi":"10924717","quote_3_text":"2015 BUICK ENCORE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BRAKES MAKES GRINDING NOISES, DEALERSHIP MADE TEMPORARY REPAIRS AND REFUSES ADDITIONAL REPAIRS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-display-dimming","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment display dimming","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10967624","quote_1_text":"INFOTAINMENT SCREEN DIMS AUTOMATICALLY WHILE UNDER A TREE OR DRIVING UNDER SOME CLOUDS CAUSING THE DRIVER TO MANUALLY TURN THE LIGHT DIAL TO THE LEFT TO REGAIN THE BRIGHTNESS ON THE SCREEN. THIS WILL AUTOMATICALLY TURN OFF THE DAYLIGHT DRIVING LIGHTS","quote_2_odi":"10885561","quote_2_text":"DURING THE DAY, DASH LIGHTS ARE NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE. AT NIGHT THE DASH LIGHTS UP, BUT DURING DAY TIME DRIVING THEY ARE HORRIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10809649","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTENSE GLARE THAT IMPACTED VISIBILITY IN WHICH THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WARNING INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-oil-coolant-leak","label":"Engine oil and coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11639035","quote_1_text":"Leaking oil from oil coolant pipe under car and timing chain or belt gasket blowing oil","quote_2_odi":"11571192","quote_2_text":"Massive coolant leak. Been happening on and off since I bought the car in nov2019. Taken to several shops and have had replacement done and it goes right back to leaking","quote_3_odi":"11140504","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A CONSTANT COOLANT LEAK APPEARS TO BE COMING FROM THE TURBO AREA. COOLANT SMELL IS CONSTANT AS THE COOLANT IS BEING BURNED OFF BY EXHAUST MANIFOLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss and steering wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11443985","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the power steering assist warning light illuminated and the steering wheel was locked. Additionally, a burning odor was detected, and the tachometer was inoperable while driving","quote_2_odi":"11475054","quote_2_text":"The car stopped having power steering and went into limp mode while I was turning into a school and then stalled","quote_3_odi":"11623230","quote_3_text":"While driving the dash signal came on stating that the power steering unit had gone off. The car was being driven without power steering. The message state to get serviced immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-rollback-incline","label":"Vehicle rollback on inclines at a stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11024308","quote_1_text":"2015 BUICK ENCORE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO HILL START ASSIST ISSUE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INVOLUNTARILY ROLL BACKWARDS","quote_2_odi":"10781784","quote_2_text":"WHILE STOPPED ON AN INCLINE, EVEN A SMALL INCLINE, THE VEHICLE ROLLS BACKWARDS 6-12\" WHEN MOVING FOOT FROM BRAKE TO ACCELERATOR (THE VEHICLE HAS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION)","quote_3_odi":"11415263","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED ON AN INCLINE, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR AND ROLLED BACKWARDS AFTER RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2015-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with P0299 code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11532768","quote_1_text":"The turbocharger on my car is failing and had a verified check engine light code PO299. The car is a 2015 with low miles, only 53k","quote_2_odi":"11218483","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK ENCORE. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GARBER GMC (5255 US-1, FORT PIERCE, FL) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE TURBO CHARGER WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11679703","quote_3_text":"check engine light came onforP0299 code and heard that there's a lot of vehicles with turbos having this problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2016-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag and seat belt failure to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11384768","quote_1_text":"HAD ACCIDENT, WHERE I WAS HIT FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE, AFTER THAT IMPACT I WAS STRUCK IN THE REAR, WHICH TOTALED THE CAR. ME AND A PASSAGE WAS TOSSED AROUND LIKE RAG DOLLS","quote_2_odi":"11297030","quote_2_text":"I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT ON A CITY STREET WHEN A CAR GOING OVER 60 MPH HIT THE CAR BEHIND ME THAT WAS WAITING FOR THE SAME LIGHT, WITH SUCH FORCE IT TOOK OUT MY DRIVERS SIDE REAR END AND WAS THEN PUSHED ONTO THE MEDIUM AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11079497","quote_3_text":"TAMARA RECALL: THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS AND SEATBELT PRETENSIONERS FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A CRASH TO BOTH THE FRONT AND REAR OF MY VEHICLE. ALL SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED DURING THE CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2016-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11709530","quote_1_text":"I was stopped at a traffic light and began moving forward to make a turn into traffic. As I activated my turn signal and started to proceed through the intersection, the vehicle suddenly stalled and shut off without warning","quote_2_odi":"11091448","quote_2_text":"YESTERDAY I STARTED THE VEHICLE UP AND IT QUIT. SO I STARTED IT AGAIN AND IT RAN. THEN TODAY, I WAS BACKING OUT AND IT DIED OUT. I STARTED IT UP AGAIN AND DROVE TOWARDS HOME. THEN I WAS TRAVELING 40 PLUS MILES AN HOUR WHEN THE CAR SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11270668","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK ENCORE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 44 MPH AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE COASTED UNTIL IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2016-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Oil cooler pipe leak related to Recall 43210","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11635756","quote_1_text":"Please help me. Please add my Vin# [XXX] for repair on a Past recall 2016 Buick. Dealer will not Fix my car, I need Vin Number added to recall. I have attached a copy of the recall","quote_2_odi":"11590633","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Encore. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle, she observed oil leaking from underneath the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11655642","quote_3_text":"Add my car to your recall. Past recalls on these vehicles for oil leaking, which can cause a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure with steering fault warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11695799","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Encore. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the message \"Steering Fault\" was displayed, the steering icon was illuminated, and the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction","quote_2_odi":"11627275","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Encore. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering functionality","quote_3_odi":"11042674","quote_3_text":"DRIVING STRAIGHT ON THE HIGHWAY AT A SPEED OF APPROX. 60 MPH. ATTEMPTED TO MOVE FROM RIGHT LANE TO LEFT LANE. THERE WAS NO RESPONSE IN THE STEERING. I IMMEDIATELY RECEIVED A \"SERVICE POWER STEERING\" WARNING ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2016-turbo-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with reduced acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11667276","quote_1_text":"I believe my turbocharge is malfunctioning. The check engine light is on with code P0299. My vehicle is struggling to accelerate properly putting us in a few close calls while driving","quote_2_odi":"11539716","quote_2_text":"Turbocharger failed which can eventually cause engine seizure. Independent mechanic diagnosed and repaired after Buick dealer told me I was out of warranty","quote_3_odi":"11413691","quote_3_text":"BUZZING HEARD WHEN I PRESSED ON ACCELERATING PEDAL. HEARD A POP, THEN IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND SMOKED OUT TAIL PIPE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11419457","quote_1_text":"Was rear ended by a suspect fleeing police, he hit me about 100 mph, pushed my car into the rear of the car in front of me. Air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11269561","quote_2_text":"WE HIT 2 DEERS AT 70 MPH IT DAMAGED THE WHOLE FRONT PART OF OUR CAR . NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE 4 WAY FLASHERS CAME ON THE SEATBELTS LOCKED UP YET NO AIRBAGS. ALSO THIS IS THE FIRST AND ONLY TIME THE 4 WAY FLASHERS WORKED. THE CAR HAS BEEN FIXED AND NO 4 WAY FLASHERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11197274","quote_1_text":"MY 2017 ENCORE BURST INTO FLAMES. I ARRIVED TO WORK AFTER LUNCH, I PARKED AND TURNED OFF THE IGNITION AND I SEE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF MY CAR. I PAUSED JUST A MOMENT TO SEE IF IT WAS GOING TO STOP BUT IT GOT WORSE VERY FAST. I GRABBED MY PURSE AND JUMPED OUT OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11193318","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 8,000 MILES ON IT AND HAD ONLY BEEN SERVICED ONE TIME BY THE DEALER (OIL CHANGE IN MAY 2018) THE ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE AND CONSUMED THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS IN THE DRIVE THROUGH LANE OF A KFC RESTAURANT WHEN THE CAR CAUGHT ON","quote_3_odi":"11532298","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Buick Encore. The contact stated that the vehicle was at a standstill in a traffic light, she saw smoke exiting from the hood of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated a bystander informed the vehicle was on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-seatbelt-failure","label":"Seat belt latch and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11184418","quote_1_text":"REAR SEATBELT WOULD NOT RETRACT. ALL INSTRUMENTS STOPPED WORKING MOMENTARILY WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11675097","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Encore. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat belt failed to work as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The front driver’s side seat belt also failed to work as intended. The contact had to push the front seat all the","quote_3_odi":"11320528","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2017 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT AND REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS FAILED TO LOCK SECURELY INTO THE BUCKLE. THE SEAT BELT WAS CLEANED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-turbo-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure under GM Special Coverage N232395330","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608481","quote_1_text":"Turbo has cracked like multiple other encores covered under a recall N232395330 id like to know why my car is not covered but the others are??","quote_2_odi":"11433628","quote_2_text":"Turbo failure on car caused lack of power to the vehicle when accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11743618","quote_3_text":"There is a problem with the 2017 Buick Encore turbocharger. From speaking with the auto shop I took it to for a check they have seen many Buick Encore’s with the same turbocharger problems. He spoke to me about it prior to me dropping off the vehicle and then confirming the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-vehicle-rollback","label":"Vehicle rollback while stopped or in Park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11209909","quote_1_text":"I HAVE AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. WHEN I AM STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON AN INCLINE, THE CAR WILL SOMETIMES ROLL BACKWARDS WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE OR WHEN CHANGING MY FOOT TO THE GAS PEDAL TO MOVE FORWARD ONCE THE LIGHT CHANGES. THE MORE THE INCLINE; THE WORSE THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11065351","quote_2_text":"I WAS DROPPING MY KIDS TO SCHOOL. I WAS IN LINE OF DROP OFF. I STOPPED MY CAR PUT MY CAR IN PARK AND REMOVED MY FOOT FROM BRAKE. SUDDENLY I NOTICED THAT MY CAR WAS MOVING JUST LIKE IN THE SPEED OF NEUTAL. I PUSHED THE BRAKES HARD BECAUSE MY CAR WAS ABOUT TO HIT THE CAR INFRONT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2017-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11350975","quote_1_text":"I WAS HEADING TO WORK AND NEEDED TO USE MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS WHEN THEY SIMPLY WOULD NOT TURN ON - NO SOUND FROM THE MOTOR OR ANYTHING. FOR MANY DAYS THIS HAS NOT WORKED, NOW GOING OVER A WEEK. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS THAT ANYTHING COULD BE WRONG EITHER. I NEED MY WIPERS! THE NEAREST","quote_2_odi":"11268754","quote_2_text":"WHEN YOU WOULD START THE CAR THE WIPERS WOULD START BY THEMSELVES...NOW THE WIPERS STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY..I DONT KNOW IF THERE'S WARRANTY ON THE CAR OR NOT","quote_3_odi":"11115529","quote_3_text":"THE WIPER BLADES FAILED TO WORK DURING A WET HEAVY SNOW FALL. THE WIPERS REMOVED THE SNOW VERY WELL ON THE UP STROKE BUT ON THE DOWN STROKE THE WIPERS PACKED THE SNOW ON THE COWLING UNTIL IT GOT TO A POINT THAT THE WIPERS COULD NOT COMPLETE THE CYCLE AND THEY WOULD STOP WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11190048","quote_1_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN VEICHLE WAS HIT FROM BEHIND. 2 PEOPLE WHERE INJURED.","quote_2_odi":"11682540","quote_2_text":"When crossing through an intersection at approximately 45mph, I was struck by another vehicle, speed unknown, who failed to stop at a stop sign. My vehicle was struck on the front passenger corner. My vehicle continued in a forward motion for several hundred feet…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-brake-pedal-response","label":"Brake pedal response loss while slowing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11585910","quote_1_text":"Have been experiencing brake malfunction on my 2018 Buick Encore with the brakes getting locked while driving. There were instances where the brakes would lock randomly and the vehicle would start slowing down during driving even with a foot on the gas pedal and I had to turn…","quote_2_odi":"11255370","quote_2_text":"I HAVE COMPLIN TO MY DEALER ABOUT MY CAR EXCELERATING WHEN I HIT THE BRAKES . THEY SAID THEY CAN FIND A PROBLEM , WELL IT HAPPEN AGAIN ON AUGUST 29 2019 AN IT CAUSE A ACCIDENT I WAS DRIVING ON A 6 LANE ROADWAY AROUND 330 IN THE AFTERNOON I WAS IN CRUISE CONTROL AT 45 MPH…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-motive-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11642953","quote_1_text":"During normal driving the car would lose power. RPM's would drop and with engine sputtering. No trouble codes show up.","quote_2_odi":"11577992","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that soon after the warning light appeared, the engine struggled to remain running. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal while in park…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag sensor and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11719342","quote_1_text":"The front passenger air bag sensor turns off either before we begin driving or while the vehicle is in motion. The manual says that if you have a seat cushion or are not in the position for the sensor to…","quote_2_odi":"11340643","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BROUGHT MY NEW 2018 BUICK ENCORE VEHICLE INTO DELRAY BUICK DEALERSHIP, DELRAY BEACH, FL FOR NUMEROUS SERVICING TO ADDRESS CORRECTING/REPAIR/REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG SWITCH AND OR ANY COMPONENTS IN THE SYSTEM EFFECTING THE DASH INDICATOR LIGHT WHICH SHOWS 100%…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Stabilitrak warning with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11470352","quote_1_text":"Stabilitrak warning comes on and car stalls out. Passenger seat belt doesn't clip person in correctly.","quote_2_odi":"11699795","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The Stabili-trak warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the failure however, where the failure was not duplicated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-steering-brake-loss","label":"Loss of power steering and braking while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11661607","quote_1_text":"While driving, my car began to glitch out. The screens started turning on and off, the doors began locking and unlocking, and I lost my ability to steer, brake, and accelerate. It caused me to run a red light and I almost got into a severe accident…","quote_2_odi":"11430872","quote_2_text":"Twice I was driving my car going about 35-45 mikes an hour. My car started to shake along with a loud humming sound. I lost my power steering and brakes. The over drive light was flashing both on the right under radio and on the dash…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure with power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11698683","quote_1_text":"COMPONENT FAILURE: THE ENGINE TIMING CHAIN. YES, IT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. SAFETY RISK: VEHICLE HESITATED AND LOST POWER IN TRAFFIC, CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO AUTOMATICALLY SLOW DOWN WHERE I WAS NO LONGER DRIVING AT THE SPEED LIMIT. MY SAFETY AND OTHER DRIVERS AROUND ME…","quote_2_odi":"11698656","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check engine warning light…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2018,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"encore-2018-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger and turbo hose failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11133103","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A MALFUNCTION WITH THE TURBO HOSE ON A MAJORITY OF 2018 BUICK ENCORE'S THAT REQUIRE A NEW HOSE. THERE IS A NATIONWIDE BACK ORDER ON THESE PARTS DUE TO ALL OF THE REPAIRS. WHEN THIS ITEM BROKE I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE, THERE WAS A LOUD POP…","quote_2_odi":"11566389","quote_2_text":"Turbo has gone out four times in less than a year. Car is unable to accelerate and goes way below speed limit on highway which puts me and my passengers in an unsafe position traveling on a high limit road. No. Only inspected by the auto repair places I have been…","quote_3_odi":"11606926","quote_3_text":"Turbo charger has A leak, dealer stated they knew it had a leak but they couldn't find it. All they did was clear the code. My car has A check engine light, and a trouble code of PO299, does not maintain proper speed, has issues with acceleration.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-airbag-failure-to-deploy","label":"Air bag deployment and sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11685017","quote_1_text":"The airbags never deployed. I sustained a brain injury in the accident along with whiplash","quote_2_odi":"11500092","quote_2_text":"For no apparent reason my air bag sensor light comes on intermittently while driving","quote_3_odi":"11337158","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 BUICK ENCORE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONTAL PASSENGER'S SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR WAS INOPERABLE. THE AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED TO RECOGNIZE AN OCCUPANT SEATED IN THE PASSENGER'S SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-brake-pedal-caliper-failure","label":"Brake pedal and caliper malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11526237","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was extremely hard to depress","quote_2_odi":"11506412","quote_2_text":"Right Rear Wheel locked up (froze) while operating vehicle in cold conditions (mid 20's) - brake caliper froze - ruined rear tire","quote_3_odi":"11291735","quote_3_text":"BRAKES LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING NO HWY. AT SPEEDS OVER 50 MPH. DEALERSHIP CHECKED CODES FOUND NOTHING WRONG. THIS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES IN 8000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-control-arm-failure","label":"Front lower control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11546499","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic control arm failure. The part is available for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11207294","quote_2_text":"THE LOWER CONTROL ARM IS POORLY DESIGNED. WHEN THE VEHICLE HITS A POTHOLE IT WILL CAUSE THE LOWER CONTROL ARE TO BEND NEAR THE BALL JOINT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Engine coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11727136","quote_1_text":"SUV has ran hot and had it towed on 3 separate occasions when this happened","quote_2_odi":"11675136","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Buick Encore. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle was shaking and jerking abnormally","quote_3_odi":"11749910","quote_3_text":"FRONT RADIATOR COLLANT OVERFLOW EXPANION TANK W/CAP & SENSOR FLUID LEVEL GETS EXTREMELY LOW AND SETS OFF A DASHBOARD MESSAGE STATING ENGINE OVERHEATING - ONCE I FILL UP THE COLLANT THE LIGHT GOES OFF THIS CONTINUALLY OCCURS EVERY FEW WEEKS/MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-electrical-shutdown-driving","label":"Loss of electrical power and vehicle shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11398316","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE VEHICLE TURNS ITSELF OFF. HEADLIGHTS GO OFF AND THERE IS NO CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11691122","quote_2_text":"My suv dies while im driving it. The engine stalls the lights go off","quote_3_odi":"11417542","quote_3_text":"The engine shut off and would not restart when she released the brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-tire-sidewall-dry-rot","label":"Tire sidewall failure from dry rot","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11554912","quote_1_text":"On highway pressure warning come on and within seconds tire ran flat. AAA service said sidewall was split due to dry rot. Vehicle has 40k miles. Tires are OEM","quote_2_odi":"11555782","quote_2_text":"Tire pressure warning came on on highway and FL tire went flat in seconds, pulled over to the shoulder. Tire had ruptured sidewall and apparent dry-rot","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure excluded from 2017-2018 recall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11711884","quote_1_text":"turbo charger and catalytic convertor both failed at 50k miles. the 2017 and 2018 buick encores have a safety recall for turbochargers but the 2019 was not included in that recall despite it having the exact same engine and turbocharger","quote_2_odi":"11729050","quote_2_text":"Car sputtered and slowed on expressway, turbo failed. Recalls issued 2016 and 2017, then reissued 2020 to 2023, same turbo, 2019 was exempted","quote_3_odi":"11718958","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road and car became sluggish to respond/accelerate and could barely operate at slow speeds or not be able to go","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore","model_slug":"encore","cluster_id":"buick-encore-2019-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11486786","quote_1_text":"At approximately 1130am, pulling into parking space in a parking lot at very low speed, 50% of vehicle was in the parking space, when suddenly the car accelerated forward","quote_2_odi":"11268006","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED IN A DRIVE THRU TACO BELL AND THE CLERK DROPPED MY CHANGE DOLLARS FROM MY PURCHASE SO I REACTED BY OPENING THE DOOR TO PICK UP THE MONEY BY TAKING MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE WITHOUT PUTTING IT IN PARK BECAUSE IT WAS A REACTION","quote_3_odi":"11464267","quote_3_text":"This auto has 34,000 on it. The problem is sudden acceleration. This would be the third time this happen for this auto","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/encore","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11487793","quote_1_text":"Rear end accident. Distracted driver hit the back of my car at least at 40 mph. No airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11375090","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BUICK ENCORE GX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS AT A STAND STILL AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, WHEN SHE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE, CAUSING HER TO SHOOT FORWARD AND HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-brake-noise-wear","label":"Brake noise and caliper component wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11660619","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse on several occasions, the brake was depressed and there was an abnormal foghorn sound coming from the driver’s side rear wheel","quote_2_odi":"11472783","quote_2_text":"The contact’s fiancé owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH, the vehicle was unable to stop while the brake pedal was depressed and the parking brake was activated","quote_3_odi":"11441901","quote_3_text":"Dealership, fixed brakes due to previous recall. Brakes continue to squeal and grind with every stop. Was informed by dealership that they can do no further repair because it is considered a noise and not a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11366809","quote_1_text":"GENERAL MOTORS HAS DECIDED THAT A DEFECT WHICH RELATES TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY EXISTS IN CERTAIN 2020 MODEL YEAR CADILLAC CT4, CT5 AND XT4 VEHICLES, 2020MODEL YEAR CHEVROLET CORVETTE VEHICLES, 2020 ' 2021 MODEL YEAR BUICK ENCORE GX VEHICLES, AND 2021 MODEL YEAR CHEVROLET TRAILBLA","quote_2_odi":"11363178","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 BUICK ENCORE GX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A U-TURN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOORBOARD BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILURE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11455501","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while attempting to stop, the brake pedal was depressed and it traveled to the floorboard causing the brakes to fail to stop the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system shutdown and wiring harness failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11460179","quote_1_text":"While driving this 2020 Buick Encore GX with around 7,000 miles on the odometer, the entire electrical/electronic system shut down. Windows were inoperative, the AC stopped, the radio failed, the flashers did not work, etc. The only things that worked were the engine and brakes","quote_2_odi":"11403516","quote_2_text":"STARTED HAVING TROUBLE LAST WEEK WITH THE FUEL GAUGE AND A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. TOOK THE CAR IN TO HAVE IT SERVICED AND THEY FOUND THAT RODENTS HAD CHEWED THROUGH THE HARNESS LOCATED BY THE FUEL. COST $850 TO REPAIR WHICH WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11407881","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS A SOFTWARE ANAMOLY ACCORDING THE THE DEALER THAT HAS MY SES LIGHT ON AND MY PRE-COLLISION ALTERS SEEM TO NOT BE WORKING SINCE THIS OCCURRED. THE SES LIGHT CAME ON 4/9/21 AND WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power and turbocharger failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11718640","quote_1_text":"pulling out of a service station, my check engine light illuminated, and message on cluster stated: Engine Power Reduced. I loss throttle response for accelerating. Accelerator pedal was pushed to the floor and no acceleration. Vehicle entered limp mode","quote_2_odi":"11528407","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the interstate on June 7, 2023 heading to work doing the speed limit of 60 MPH and all of a sudden the check engine light came on and a message stated \"Engine Power Reduced\" and the engine literally dropped engine power immediately and thankfully there was nobody","quote_3_odi":"11631056","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is undrivable. Multiple times per trip the check engine light comes on and I see multiple messages come on the driver information center","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park dashboard warning preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11695563","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting a formal complaint regarding a recurring issue with my 2020 Buick Encore GX (VIN: [XXX] ) related to the “Shift to Park” defect, which is documented in GM’s Technical Service Bulletin 23-NA-119","quote_2_odi":"11652618","quote_2_text":"The gear shift when placed in park and the car ignition turned off would cause an alarm to go off and a message to show up on the dash that the gear shift should be placed in parks (which it was in already)","quote_3_odi":"11619189","quote_3_text":"The vehicle will flash a message “Shift to park” when the car is already parked. This is a known issue across multiple GM brands including Chevy and Buick. The dealer diagnosed the issue and said that it needed a new shifter and wiring harness","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745442","quote_1_text":"Transmission would not connect with the engine. La Fontaine dealership in Saint Clair. Said I need a new transmission cost $14,000. It has 59823 miles under the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11415408","quote_2_text":"THE DEALER FOUND 3 PIECES OF RUBBER INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION WHEN IT WAS TAKEN APART. THE MANUFACTURER WAS INFORMED OF THE FAILURE AND A CASE WAS FILED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 9,529","quote_3_odi":"11461685","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions the vehicle feels like it is slipping gears (more often when the autostop feature is turned on). On multiple occasions the vehicle has stalled out and would not do anything when pressing on gas- didn't even rev, did absolutely nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2020,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"buick-encore-gx-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration overriding brake input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11645021","quote_1_text":"I was at a stop light and the light turned green, I preceded to press the accelerator, I was just starting to move forward and the, peddle seemed to take over with my assistance went all the way down and began speeding up","quote_2_odi":"11394553","quote_2_text":"2/3/2021 I WAS DRIVING WITH MY DAUGHTER TODAY. SHE WAS DRIVING AND WE WERE APPROACHING A LEFT HAND TURN AT AN INTERSECTION. WE HAD A GREEN LIGHT AND I COULD SEE THAT HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. SHE STARTED THE TURN WITH HER FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11389607","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME APPROX 6:00 PM AS I WAS STARTING ON L75 MY BUICK 2020GX WITH LESS THAN 300 MILES STARTED TO SPEED UP TO A VERY FAST MY BRAKES DID NOT SLOW ME DOWN THE CAR KEPT SPEEDING UP I WAS VERY SCARED WHEN THE CAR KEPT GOING FASTER NOW I AM SCARED TO DRIVE IT THERE WAS AL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-brake-steering-failure","label":"Service brake and steering system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11639481","quote_1_text":"brakes are difficult to press (VERY HARD)","quote_2_odi":"11708527","quote_2_text":"Brake System Control Module Replacement - The brake system control module needs replacement due to a fault detected with 10 volts on terminal 1. Replacing this component can help maintain proper functionality of the brake system and ensure consistent performance. Why would this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-evap-pump-failure","label":"EVAP leak detection pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11693594","quote_1_text":"Evap leak detection pump failed at 78,871 miles. 2022 models and beyond are covered for this defect","quote_2_odi":"11693596","quote_2_text":"Evap leak detection pump failed at 78,871 miles. 2022 models and beyond are covered for this defect","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing sudden stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11569827","quote_1_text":"I recently took my vehicle into the classic Chevrolet dealership where it was purchased for the manufacture warranty on a fuel remission pump to be replaced under warranty. When I got my car back when I reverse and switch and to drive it either jumps like it’s not getting gas,","quote_2_odi":"11732027","quote_2_text":"My vehicle suddenly stalled and completely shut off while I was driving. No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms to alert me there was any engine issues. I was definitely put in danger as I was driving at rush hour in a 6 lane busy US 1 Federal Highway. The vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-jack-recall-parts","label":"Recall parts unavailable for emergency jack repair","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11427472","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V440000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11429736","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V440000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-shift-to-park","label":"Shift-to-park message preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11669903","quote_1_text":"Car is put on Park and a warning light comes out saying car is not on park","quote_2_odi":"11665822","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and shifting to park(P), the vehicle failed to immediately shut off. During the failure the message \"Shift to Park\" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring full replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11735946","quote_1_text":"A 2021 Buick Encore GX with 66,828 miles experienced sudden transmission failure while driving. The vehicle lost forward gear engagement and began slipping, creating an immediate safety risk to the driver and other motorists due to unexpected loss of vehicle propulsion and","quote_2_odi":"11559624","quote_2_text":"I bought my vehicle the later part of 2021 and the transmission and engine no longer work and need to be replaced. When I first purchased the vehicle the battery completely died in less than 6 months. Numerous repairs and now the warranty won't work since I am over 60000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2021-turbo-reduced-power","label":"Turbocharger failure causing reduced engine power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11742772","quote_1_text":"Due to defective LIN BUS 2 failure to read mass air flow sensor, vehicle suddenly goes into limp mode. This speed control issue is documented in GM Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) #22-NA-008 and PIP5934, 2022","quote_2_odi":"11619062","quote_2_text":"The check engine light will come on with engine power reduced, code reads turbo under boost, The car will stay in limp mode and make it difficult to get out of traffic there is no warning before the car completely loses power and goes into limp mode!!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2022-engine-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power with check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11586210","quote_1_text":"Engine Yes my safety and others were at risk. I was driving and the car power down and two lights came on engine light and engine service came on and then service ECM message yes i got the engine light the first few months into my lease and i took back to the dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11647281","quote_2_text":"2022 Buick Encore GX its involvement in the following critical issues: 1)especial coverage N242484750 turbo replacement not cost. Recall A222379711 (ECM Oil Pressure Sensor software)Malfunction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2022-exhaust-separation","label":"Exhaust pipe and bolt separation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11707485","quote_1_text":"The bolts connecting sections of the exhaust system broke off at 18 months. The bolts are not separate pieces. they are part of one side of the exhaust so you have to replace an entire section the the exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11698247","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to exceed 35 MPH and made an abnormal loud sound that became louder as the contact continued driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11478218","quote_1_text":"Purchased my 2022 Buick Encore GX from Alexander Buick, Oxnard CA. on July 14th, 2022. On August 4th, 2022 (3 weeks and 273 miles later) was driving in the fast lane of major freeway 101 in Southern Ca.. Without any warning the car died…","quote_2_odi":"11501775","quote_2_text":"We where lucky compared to the other lady who wrote in this problem area. We where parked in a parking lot, ran in store to get item, left car running for wife to listen to radio and stay warm. As I got in, we spoke and was ready to pull out of the parking space…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2022-latch-anchors","label":"Missing child seat lower LATCH anchors","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11532100","quote_1_text":"2022 Buick Encore GX Does not have Lower LATCH hooks for child seat. Hooks are described in Owner''s Manual and marked on rear seats but there are no hooks.","quote_2_odi":"11466274","quote_2_text":"Leased this car at the end of March. When I attempted to install the car seat for my grandson I could not find the LATCH anchors. My sales rep attempted to find them and could not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2022-shift-to-park","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle running","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11686439","quote_1_text":"Shift To Park appears on screen after vehicle is in park. Vehicle will continue running. By jiggling gear shift or putting car in another gear and then back in park the message disappears and car shuts off engine.","quote_2_odi":"11684337","quote_2_text":"When try to turn car off dash states Shift to Park. Vehicle is in park and I have to restart engine and move gear shifter up to 20 times for it to completely cut off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-accel-hesitation-heat-ac","label":"Acceleration hesitation and surge with A/C in heat","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 -> 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11534862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately accelerate. On several occasions while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle abruptly accelerated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined.","quote_2_odi":"11552368","quote_2_text":"Vehicle struggles to stay running in the heat with the air conditioning running. Low voltage codes pulled at dealership. When the air conditioner is running there is an awful toxic smell from the vents both with or without recycling the air. Vehicle struggles to slow then accelerate...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-brake-grab-pedal-feel","label":"Brake grab, noise, and pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11493530","quote_1_text":"Our new 2023 Buick ENCORE GX's brakes continually GRAB whether we are approaching a slowed vehicle in front of us or not. Also, beginning yesterday, the brake pedal that I step on to start the vehicle was totally locked up and I was unable to start the car for awhile.","quote_2_odi":"11552372","quote_2_text":"Brakes squeaking, squealing and screeching. Replaced once at approximately 8k miles. Dealership ground down rotors twice, brakes replaced once. Tires are worn in the center. AWD GX, steering seems off and unstable. Brake pedal sounds and feels like a faulty spring inside.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-front-end-rattle-steering-wander","label":"Front-end rattle and steering wander","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11717188","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle bounced to the left and the right, and the steering wheel pulled to the left or the right, making it difficult to steer the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11534122","quote_2_text":"While driving at a low rate of speed, turning or speed bumps the vehicle starts to rattle in the front end and steering wheel. Engine feels like it slips while rattling from the front. Seems like a motor mount, suspension, tie rod or some other component.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-headlight-dimming-outage","label":"Headlight dimming and random outage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-04 -> 2024-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11585477","quote_1_text":"I bought my car, new, on 10/1/ 2023. The middle of November i noticed the headlights randomly dimming. On 12/3/23 I to the dealership to have them looked at. I was told there was nothing wrong but make an appt. they had my car 3 times in less than 2 months.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-infotainment-display-malfunction","label":"Center display lockup and corruption","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 -> 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11552370","quote_1_text":"Center vehicle display intermittent issues. Will not respond, turns on back up camera while driving forward, fails to connect/respond to phone plugged in USB-C. Unable to change vehicle settings when malfunctioning.","quote_2_odi":"11510779","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? I reported that my display screen would often appear corrupted when navigating. The screen will either go blank or appear grainy, preventing me from accessing the navigation or music features.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-stall-no-restart-autostop","label":"Engine shutdown with no restart on auto stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11725113","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2023 Buick Encore GX that repeatedly shuts off while driving and...","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2023-transmission-powertrain-failure","label":"CVT transmission and shifter assembly failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11717276","quote_1_text":"When starting from a traffic light after the green light, the car made mechanical noises and would not accelerate above approximately 25 mph. It seemed obvious at the time that the transmission had failed, which was later confirmed after being towed to the dealership.","quote_2_odi":"11698893","quote_2_text":"The shifter assembly failed. When shifting to Park, a \"Shift to Park\" message appears on the driver information center. Although the shift lever is in the Park position, it is not recognized, and the car cannot be turned off or locked.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2024-brake-squeal-grab","label":"Brake squeal and grabbing at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11684239","quote_1_text":"Noticed around 7000 miles that the brakes are squealing and grabbing at slow speeds","quote_2_odi":"11695260","quote_2_text":"The brakes squeak constantly and occasionally skid or lock up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2024-camera-detection-malfunction","label":"Rear-view camera and side detection system malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11730354","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blurry image, and the rear-view camera later displayed a solid red image","quote_2_odi":"11560548","quote_2_text":"I started the Encore and dash flashed.Sevivice side detection system.Now the small lights on mirros dont show any more.It just happend today 12/17/2024","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2024-door-lock-malfunction","label":"Power door lock and alarm malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11698094","quote_1_text":"door locks don't work. This is the second time in less than a year. Last time it took Buick 28 days to fix. Vehicle wont lock while driving or when parked. No warning. The dealer has had the vehicle since 10-20-25","quote_2_odi":"11618442","quote_2_text":"All door locks wont activate both from door switches and key fob. Alarm is malfunction. Doors wont lock when moving. My car has been at the dealers for three weeks they have not been able to fix it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2024-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750802","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen. An independent mechanic was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11672726","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], I was driving on the [XXX] in San Diego, a rather busy freeway, and the instrument panel went black with no interference from me. I could not see speedometer or any other information about the car, like check engine light. I drove the 17 miles home","quote_3_odi":"11579563","quote_3_text":"The Virtual Cockpit Unit on my Buick Encore GX ST 2024 keeps intermittently blackout at vehicle startup and or while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Encore GX","model_slug":"encore-gx","cluster_id":"encore-gx-2024-stall-transmission-failure","label":"Engine stall and transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750191","quote_1_text":"When driving on the freeway 60 mph, the car jerked and locked up, no warning lights, speedometer was rising and dropping rapidly, car slowly dropped speed","quote_2_odi":"11747164","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Encore GX. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-65 MPH on the interstate, the vehicle was shuddering abnormally while accelerating, and the transmission failed to properly shift into gear","quote_3_odi":"11681046","quote_3_text":"The issue has happened three times and has been \"repaired\" three times. While driving, the vehicle starts to shake violently. Then the check engine light comes on and the vehicle shuts off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/encore-gx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-auto-stop-steering-lock","label":"Auto Stop failure with steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11752143","quote_1_text":"When I stop at traffic lights, my car does not immediately turn back on (it has the auto stop feature). It flashes \"parking brake released\" on the dashboard. Then, it starts back up. Sometimes, it has not started back up right away & the steering wheel seizes. It has also said","quote_2_odi":"11446993","quote_2_text":"When the car is in auto engine shut off mode, when the brake is released the steering power assist message displays, the steering wheel locks up, the doors unlock and the interior and exterior lights flash. The car will start back up but it takes a second to start. The car is","quote_3_odi":"11366520","quote_3_text":"ON AT LEAST 5 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THE DASH BOARD LIGHTS AND INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM HAVE WENT COMPLETELY BLACK THIS IS AT VARYING SPEEDS FROM 25 MILES TO 60 MILES AND EVEN SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT THIS HAS HAPPENED. WHEN IT DOES HAPPEN ITS ONLY FOR COUPLE SECONDS. THIS HAS ALSO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-brake-line-failure","label":"Brake line and hose failure with fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11734580","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the brakes became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to use the terrain-driving system to continue driving. The local dealer was not","quote_2_odi":"11398881","quote_2_text":"BRAKES FAILED. BRAKE FLUID LEAK OUT OF A SPLIT BRAKE LINE. I WAS DRIVING CAR FOR MULTIPLE STOPS. NO PROBLEMS. CAME TO A STOP LIGHT PUSH DOWN ON BRAKE. FOUND PRESSURE AND THEN IT RELEASE AND THE PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR. ADDED BRAKE FLUID. IT IMMEDIATELY LEAKED OUT","quote_3_odi":"11454501","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced intermittent brake failure with the brake warning light illuminated. The driver was able to slow down, pull into a gas station, and stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-dash-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and dashboard display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11165120","quote_1_text":"COMPUTER SCREEN DISPLAY FREQUENTLY GOES VERY DIM AND SOMETIMES COMPLETELY OUT SEVERAL TIMES THERE HAS BEEN NO DISPLAY SHOWING WHEN WE WERE BACKING UP PLUS THE WARNING BEEPER DIDN'T COME ON. WE HAVE HAD 2 MINOR ACCIDENTS WHEN WE WERE BACKING UP BECAUSE OF THE FAILURE OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11255105","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT FULL SPEED WHEN THE CAR ABRUPTLY SHUT OFF. I HAD NO POWER AND ALL DASH LIGHTS WENT BLACK. IT WAS VERY FRIGHTENING. I DON'T KNOW HOW BUT I MANAGED TO GET IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR OVER A WEEK AND THEY STILL HAVE NOT","quote_3_odi":"11311729","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATES AND HIGHWAYS, THE VEHICLE'S DASHBOARD COMPLETELY SHUTS DOWN. THE RADIO, METERS, DASH DISPLAY, ETC. ALL GO DARK AND TURN OFF FOR A SPAN OF 5-20 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COUPLE YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. THE VEHICLE IS ALWAYS GOING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-dash-panel-dim","label":"Dash panel display dims in shaded areas","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11062634","quote_1_text":"THE INTERIOR LIGHTING FOR THE DASH/RADIO/BACKUP CAMERA/NAV SCREEN ARE ALL DIMMED PREMATURELY IN THE EVENING. YOU'LL ENTER A SHADY AREA AND WHILE STILL VERY BRIGHT OUTSIDE, THE SCREEN DIMS AND ALL OF THE DASH LIGHTS DIM TO THE POINT OF BEING UNUSABLE - ALMOST NON-EXISTENT. SAFETY","quote_2_odi":"11141596","quote_2_text":"DASH LIGHTS GO OUT WHEN YOU ARE IN A SHADY AREA. STAY OUT WAY TO LONG. NO WAY TO ADJUST TO MAKE THEM BRIGHT. COLLISION ALERT GOES OFF WHEN YOU ARE NOT NEAR HITTING ANYTHING. CLOCK WENT FROM EST TO WEST COAST TIME. CAR MAKES A KNOCKING SOUND IN THE REAR END. ALSO MAKES A","quote_3_odi":"11072021","quote_3_text":"THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CLUSTER AND INTEGRATED CENTER STACK DISPLAY DETAILS ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH AND DIFFICULT TO SEE DURING THE DAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-drivetrain-vibration","label":"Vibration during acceleration and turning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11592175","quote_1_text":"When I am accelerating at a faster pace, always at 40 mph, my vehicle will start to shake. I have tested it several times now getting onto the interstate, it becomes an issue on the \"on ramp\" because I have to release the acceleration pedal and then very slowly get up to speed","quote_2_odi":"11130260","quote_2_text":"1 MONTH OLD IT DEVELOPED A VIBRATION/SHIMMY IN THE STEERING AND FELT ON THE FLOOR OF THE CARE THAT COULD BE FELT BY DRIVER AND PASSENGER. SHIMMY STARTED WHEN ACCELERATING AND TURNING AND PROGRESSED TO ALSO WHEN ACCELERATION WHEN DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD. IT IS NOW 9 MONTHS OLD AND","quote_3_odi":"11045087","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SHAKES ON EXCELERATION IT IS WORSE TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT BUT ALSO DOES THE SHAKING GOING STRAIGHT,THE DEALER CALLED GM ENGINEERING AND SO FAR THEY HAVE DONE NOTHING IT HAS BEEN A MONTH NOW AND I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE THAT HAS THIS PROBLEM THIS CAR IS AN ALL WHEEL DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-headlight-dim","label":"Inadequate headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11062635","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON THIS VEHICLE ARE MOSTLY INADEQUATE. THEY FAIL TO PROVIDE DECENT LIGHTING BEYOND A SHORT DISTANCE IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE FOG LIGHTS IMPROVE THE SITUATION, BUT WHEN USING HIGH BEAMS YOU'D HAVE BETTER LUCK SEEING AHEAD BY PUTTING A FLASHLIGHT OUT THE WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11039543","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION ON THE 2017 BUICK ENVISION OR INADEQUATE. THEY ARE DIM AND LACK DISTANCE PROJECTION EVEN ON BRIGHT. WE CAN BARELY SEE TO GET UP AND DOWN THE HILL OF OUR DRIVEWAY. WE DO NOT DRIVE AT NIGHT UNLESS WE KNOW THE ROAD WELL. THE HEADLIGHTS SHOULD BE RECALLED","quote_3_odi":"11428438","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving 45-50 mph, a week after purchasing the vehicle, she noticed that the headlights were significantly dim. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-seat-belt-failure","label":"Driver seat belt fraying and release failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11528743","quote_1_text":"This is the second time its happened but today while I was already out my driver side seat belt will not release. No matter what I do, the seat belt will not release. Therefore I had to drive home without a seat belt, which is scary. This same exact thing happened before and I","quote_2_odi":"11519836","quote_2_text":"Owner of a 2017 Buick Envision that the front driver’s side seat belt strap has started to fray along the seat belt which could fail in a crash. It seems that the male seat belt connector maybe causing the fraying. The current mileage on the 2017 Envision is 41,497 miles. The","quote_3_odi":"11482263","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt strap had started to fray at the seat belt connection point. The contact indicated that the fraying became progressively worse over time. The cause of the failure was not yet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2017-transmission-shift-fault","label":"Transmission failure to shift with fault codes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11643307","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Envision. The contact stated that after the vehicle had reached 10,000 miles driven, the transmission failed to immediately shift into drive(D) or 2nd gear while accelerating from being stationary. The check engine, speed sensor, pressure sensor","quote_2_odi":"11342281","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND INCREASING SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT WANT TO SHIFT. THE RPM'S WILL LITERALLY REDLINE, IF I DO NOT LIFT MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS QUICKLY, AND REPLACE IT BACK ON THE GAS - THIS REMINDS ME OF A MANUAL SHIFT, BUT THIS IS NOT A MANUAL TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"11714262","quote_3_text":"2017 Buick envision failed an annual smog check with OBD trouble codes: P0700; P2535; and U0100. P0700 is related to a transmission issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2019-brake-assist-failure","label":"Brake assist warning light with reduced or lost braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11750713","quote_1_text":"Driving home from work and I seen the \"service brake assist\" light popped on. I did not know what that meant, until I tried to slow down around a curve. The brake pedal was extremely firm and mad stopping in time almost impossible","quote_2_odi":"11742967","quote_2_text":"I have a warning on my dash, \"Service Brake Assist\" that comes on and off, but will not stay on. The dealer says they can't identify the problem unless it stays on and then bring it in","quote_3_odi":"11156406","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE SERVICE \"BRAKE ASSIST\" LIGHT CAME ON. I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND HAD NO BRAKES, THEN HAD LIMITED BRAKES WHEN SLOWLY PUMPING THEN PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THAT WARNING WENT OFF AND THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2019-suspension-shudder","label":"Suspension shuddering over bumps and pavement irregularities","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11721060","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle used to take on a trip with my family. Drove it for a week and seemed to be fine. Got on the other side of Chicago, on interstate 80 (70mph) and the engine started shaking like an earthquake","quote_2_odi":"11695619","quote_2_text":"The problem started in the past year (2024-2025) with severe shuddering while driving over 35-40 mph and going over a patched pothole or other irregularity in the road. The shuddering would continue until I slowed to stop","quote_3_odi":"11646844","quote_3_text":"Severe shuddering while driving. Sometimes on a smooth roadway and sometimes when crossing over a patched pothole. Shuddering continued until slowed to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2019-tire-tread-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11548887","quote_1_text":"I'm recalling an incident I reported last year. GM refused to honor the service bulletin, and Palmen Buick GMC Cadillac in Kenosha, WI refused to work with Michelin","quote_2_odi":"11490883","quote_2_text":"Tires are measuring low tread (4/32in) under 27,000. At under 25,000 miles on 6/17/2022, my vehicle experienced a blowout at low speed (approx 20mph), minutes after it had been parked","quote_3_odi":"11425999","quote_3_text":"All 4 Michelin Premier LTX 225 / 60 R 18 tires are worn down to (on 2 tires) and below (on 2 tires) the unsafe level, where the vehicle cannot even pass an insnspection, due to safety concerns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2019,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2019-turbo-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power and turbo failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11745860","quote_1_text":"The turbo failed by reducing speed all a sudden when I was driving on the freeway. Got the problem repaired and not even a month later same thing is happening again","quote_2_odi":"11745260","quote_2_text":"The envision started losing power, the engine would not gain speed or if it did it was very slow, had the booster vacuum sensor changed, Sudden loss of power or sluggish acceleration, In the beginning the noise/whining was not loud however increased from the engine","quote_3_odi":"11302175","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN CRUISE CONTROL BETWEEN 35 TO 40 MPH, GOING UP A SMALL INCLINE, THE ENGINE BOGS DOWN AND THE VEHICLE RATTLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-electrical-interior-lighting","label":"Electrical system faults and interior lighting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11607181","quote_1_text":"Interior light keep coming on while driving when I turn it off it comes back on","quote_2_odi":"11633461","quote_2_text":"Electircal System, Interior Lighting: Purchased car used 11/05/24. Interior rear lights come on while driving, once started they will not automatically turn off, and remain on when the vehicle is turned off. This incident is the same as NHTSA ID Number: 11607181, dated: 08/03/24","quote_3_odi":"11536085","quote_3_text":"Car shut off in middle of the highway. Couldn’t get it to start. Fortunately there was light traffic. Couldn’t get the car in neutral to push on side of road. Had it towed to a shop and it was a faulty fuel pump module. Manufacturer won’t honor warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-engine-hesitation-turbo","label":"Engine hesitation and turbo lag on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11560207","quote_1_text":"When I push on the accelerator the car hesitates and then surges forward. I took the vehicle to the dealership where they recreated the problem however it was not throwing any codes. After examination they determined that the problem was turbo lag","quote_2_odi":"11615453","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the contact heard a popping sound coming from the front end of the vehicle, and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the front driver’s and passenger’s side ball…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-floor-mat-unintended-accel","label":"Floor mat interference and unintended acceleration","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ACCESSORY:FLOOR MAT, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11719389","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on the freeway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated around a corner, with the floor mat stuck under the pedal. The driver depressed the brake pedal for an extended time, but the vehicle continued…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-fuel-pump-module-failure","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11522086","quote_1_text":"My vehicle's motor stopped without any warning in the middle lane of a busy freeway. I put the emergency flashers on but when I tried to restart the motor it overrode the flashers, causing a semi truck to just miss hitting me. The transmission went into Park mode and since this…","quote_2_odi":"11516960","quote_2_text":"Driving at 45 mph the vehicle stopped running in traffic.  Able to get off road and vehicle would not start.  Engine turned over but did not fire.  Waited about 10 min. while on phone with dealer and tried again.  It started.  Able to drive approx. 2 miles to dealer.  Dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11701652","quote_3_text":"Fuel pump and fuel control module failed. Car will not stay running. Currently at GM dealership. Confirmed and repair cost about $500. No warning lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-hvac-defrost-visibility","label":"HVAC defrost failure and window fogging","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11634337","quote_1_text":"When driving 2021 Buick Envision, the windshield and side windows do not defrost with HVAC set to defrost mode.  Service Climate system is displayed on dash.  Vehicle was inspected by dealer finding replacement of HVAC case half housing required on 1/22/24 ( a year ago). GM…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-tire-blowout-delamination","label":"Tire blowout and tread delamination","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11553354","quote_1_text":"245/45 R 20   all four tires are pitting and delaminating and the rubber is falling off. These are Continental pro contact 99 h. Mold number s-908480 and mold number s-50879","quote_2_odi":"11485807","quote_2_text":"As going down the road the tire blew out. The vehicle is new and only has 6389 miles on the vehicle. Feel there was a defect in the tire that caused this. No warning or anything came on to advise that it was low or needed attention","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2021,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2021-transmission-slip-lurch","label":"Transmission slipping, lurching, and gear loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11668858","quote_1_text":"This has happened about 4-5 times now, car has approximately 17.5k miles.  While accelerating attempting to reach speed limit, transmission has slipped out of gear and power to wheels is not happening.  Have learned to switch into neutral and then drive and transmission will…","quote_2_odi":"11702035","quote_2_text":"11/25/25  DRIVING  AT A SLOW SPEED, THE TRANSMISION WAS IN DRIVE. THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF DRIVE INTO NEUTRAL. THE CAR STOP. I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE AND CONTINUED TO THE FINAL DESTINATION","quote_3_odi":"11708450","quote_3_text":"When I start at a low speed it's like it does not know which gear to go in. You push on the gas and it does not move much and then launches forward. It has done this since I purchased it in April 2025 used","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-brake-response-failure","label":"Reduced brake pedal response and stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11622662","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The message \"No Lane Assist - Caution\" was displayed. The contact pumped the brake pedal until the vehicle responded","quote_2_odi":"11566350","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and coming to a red light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately","quote_3_odi":"11526730","quote_3_text":"On Wednesday, 06/07/2023, my 2022 Buick Envision Avenir suddenly displayed a large number of error codes on the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11670721","quote_1_text":"I started the car. Backed out of my driveway. Put into drive. The car stalled I shifted to park tried to restart. It wouldn’t. At that point I tried to put car into neutral I couldn’t. There is no way to shift this car into neutral","quote_2_odi":"11519556","quote_2_text":"The Buick died due to a fuel pump control module. This happened in a busy intersection. We were unable to force car into neutral so it could be pushed out of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11512647","quote_3_text":"On 10/12/22 I was stopped at a red light. I was the first person in line at the red light, right at the entrance to the NYS Thruway. When the light turned green, my car locked up and I was unable to proceed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11738471","quote_1_text":"My instrument panel cluster went black while the vehicle remained operational. The speedometer, warning lights, warning chimes, PRNDL/gear display, and dashboard are all non-functional. We checked fuses and performed a battery reset","quote_2_odi":"11497519","quote_2_text":"Service Instrument Cluster failure happened during a vehicle software update in November 2022. 11/7/2022 Took the vehicle to a GM Dealer they performed a software update that was to correct the problem. However, a day later the Service Instrument Cluster light came on","quote_3_odi":"11512652","quote_3_text":"The screen then went black and had red writing on it. I have to have one set of gasses to drive and another pair to see up close. My GPS talks thru the screen and started talking, because I was turning, and I was unable to change glasses quickly enough to see what it said","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-restraint-warning-light","label":"Safety restraint system warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11480867","quote_1_text":"Service Safety Restraint System warning and Airbag light comes on and off multiple times a day. Onstar and Dealer state they cannot recreate issue or find a code","quote_2_odi":"11533963","quote_2_text":"Service safety restraint message displays. Sunroof, all parts will not function when attempted. Nothing happens. Airbag light indicates \"off\"","quote_3_odi":"11545595","quote_3_text":"Purchased new in March 2023 -Repair Safety Restraint System failed (alert signal) failed late June 2023. Inspected at the Dealer/mechanic on July 11 2023, and it was determined the Safety Restraint System panel was defective","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-telematics-shutoff","label":"Telematics module malfunction causing mid-drive shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11683824","quote_1_text":"The OnStar Telematics Module has malfunctioned and is causing SAFETY FEATURES to malfunction. It is causing the following to occur to the vehicle: 1. The faulty module is causing the car to shut OFF UNEXPECTEDLY MID DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11683092","quote_2_text":"Telematics module drained my battery mid drive. Car shut off on highway. Module malfunctioned and caused safety features to malfunction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and RPM surge during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11453397","quote_1_text":"The issue is the AutoStop feature and the transmission. When driving, it appears that the gears are not shifting correctly; also, while driving, the RPM has reached a high level of 5 multiple times, which is now a cause for concern","quote_2_odi":"11471857","quote_2_text":"My vehicle still has a delay or hesitation with the shifting of gears while driving, causing a loss of power. At random times the vehicle has lost power while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2022,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"buick-envision-2022-turbo-hose-noise","label":"Turbo hose failure causing engine noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11505767","quote_1_text":"New Buick Envision 2022 has ongoing engine and powertrain issues. Vehicle has been returned to the dealer service department for squeaking sounds coming from the engine when manually turning car off, coolant smell coming from engine and loud whistling sound when accelerating in…","quote_2_odi":"11496742","quote_2_text":"Purchased 2022 Buick Envision on October 15, 2022, currently has estimated 2400 miles. One month after purchase at 2200 miles, November 16th, a squeaking noise started coming from engine when you turn the vehicle off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2023-brake-module-failure","label":"Service brake failure with electronic module faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11587326","quote_1_text":"2023 Buick Envision. Brakes failed. This was a new car driven 1k miles. There was no warning notification, no alert and no dashboard lights prior to this incident. Of course I had expected the normal brake resistance when I stepped on the pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11611171","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brakes failed to immediately activate while depressing the brake pedal. The contact attempted to steer the vehicle to prevent crashing…","quote_3_odi":"11532867","quote_3_text":"I had the brake fail twice in the past 2 months while driving the vehicle and was not able to stop it. I kept pushing on the break pedal but vehicle wouldn't slow down. I was only able to stop the vehicle by shifting the gear to neutral and letting the car come to stop…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2023-fuel-pump-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11710704","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a fuel pump control module failure…","quote_2_odi":"11716046","quote_2_text":"Parked a running vehicle, 2023 Buick Envision with 52000 miles and when I went to start the car again, it would not run; cranked OK but would not start, just \"stumbled\" for a few seconds and then nothing. Tried several times thereafter to start to no avail…","quote_3_odi":"11538424","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, decelerated, and no longer accelerated as needed. After drifting to the side roadway, the contact discovered that the check engine warning light…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2023-park-assist-omission","label":"Park assist and rear alert features omitted at delivery","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11539621","quote_1_text":"At the time I purchased this vehicle there was a shortage of chips to warn of items in the path while backing up. This is a safety feature and should be updated. Nine months is long enough to wait for promises to be acted on!","quote_2_odi":"11603723","quote_2_text":"RE: N222375790-06. Due to the industry-wide semiconductor shortage, the park assist feature is not functional on this car. I was informed of this at the time of sale and told that when parts were available I would be contacted for a \"no additional cost retrofit\"…","quote_3_odi":"11549765","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated that upon purchasing the vehicle, the park assist sensor had not been installed in the vehicle. The contact was informed by the dealer that a letter would be sent once the sensor was available…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2023-telematics-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11683526","quote_1_text":"I bought a used 2023 Buick Envision with 49k miles on it. It was not covered under warranty due to mileage. A couple of weeks after purchase the CEL came on. It was originally diagnosed as a bad battery. It was later diagnosed as a failed Telematics Module…","quote_2_odi":"11736939","quote_2_text":"Onstar module out. Car can not be detected of location. Can not use gps. In the event of accident onstar can not help me this is a safety problem for a woman especially. When it first went out the car would not cut completely off had to disconnect battery…","quote_3_odi":"11705554","quote_3_text":"Onstar is my problem. Subscription is up to date onstar is completely out can not connect or send any information to onstar. If there is an accident can’t call for help.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2023,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envision","model_slug":"envision","cluster_id":"envision-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11519458","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Buick Envision. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the vehicle launched forward without warning, causing the vehicle to drive over the curb. The contact desperately depressed on the brake pedal and the vehicle came to a complete stop…","quote_2_odi":"11650022","quote_2_text":"When letting off the accelerator to slow coming to a stop I would press the brake pedal. but the motor would increase RPMs and I had to use both feet to stop the vehicle. Then I had to put the car in neutral and the RPMs would increase even though I was at a stop…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/buick/envision","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-ac-system-failure","label":"Air conditioning system failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11616213","quote_1_text":"Our 2024 Buick Envista’s air conditioner does not work. The car has less than 2500 miles on it. It is in the shop for the second time. If you google search ‘Buick Envista Air Conditioner’ you’ll find multiple forums where a number of 2024 Envista owners are having the exact same…","quote_2_odi":"11591386","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air conditioner became inoperable. The contact stated that the air conditioner was not blowing cool air. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-brake-loss-while-driving","label":"Loss of braking function while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11674508","quote_1_text":"In April of 2025 the brakes failed at a slow speed of less than five miles per hour, after bumping into a curb in a parking lot. I put the car in reverse and pressed on the brake pedal and again the car did not stop quickly. The brake pedal felt mooshy and went to the floor and…","quote_2_odi":"11706660","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer: The brake system failed, specifically involving the brake master cylinder and/or electronic brake booster assembly. The vehicle and affected components are currently…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-engine-failure-fire","label":"Engine failure, smoke, and fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11630387","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving down the street. Car made a noise so she pulled over. There was smoke coming from under hood. Opened the hood. saw fire and called fire department","quote_2_odi":"11693273","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The contact allowed the vehicle to sit for about an hour. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle started with the check…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747168","quote_1_text":"a software glitch that causes the instrument panel display to intermittently black out or go completely blank. This safety recall (NHTSA Campaign Number 23V744 / GM Recall Number A232424320) impacts the vehicle's electrical system, specifically targeting the Virtual Cockpit Unit…","quote_2_odi":"11719829","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster and the infotainment system went blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions, and the contact was informed that no cause for the failure was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-low-brake-light-placement","label":"Low-mounted rear brake light placement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11663119","quote_1_text":"The brake lights for this vehicle are located low in the bumper, not in the main taillights, posing a safety hazard. Because the brake lights are not located where other drivers naturally expect to see brake lights, the risk of a reared collision are unnecessarily increased.","quote_2_odi":"11620087","quote_2_text":"I picked up my new lease on 9/23/24. I don't understand why the rear taillights at the hatch level don't also work as turn indicators/brake lights. I learned that there is a set of lights on the lower half of the rear end, closer to the fascia. Once I was following another Buick…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-mirror-vibration-highway-speed","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11594515","quote_1_text":"The driver side mirror vibrates at highway speed and impacts visibility.","quote_2_odi":"11564290","quote_2_text":"2024 Buick Envista: My driver side mirror vibrates when driving above 50-55 mph. The housing itself does not vibrate or shake. My passenger side mirror does not vibrate. I can see the traffic behind me but the lights apear fuzzy when when it’s dark outside. I had it at the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-sunroof-glass-closure-failure","label":"Sunroof glass shattering and closure failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11706315","quote_1_text":"Sunroof glass shattered on I-5 south approx 1215pm just before the Nisqually exit. We looked for cause of the incident but could not find debris/rocks that could've been the cause. Also, there wasn't much glass inside the car, the remnants puckered upwards. The glass shatter…","quote_2_odi":"11668861","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF will not close, and yes, it is available for inspection upon request. Hard to drive because of the pouring down rain, and unable to close sunroof. I have called the dealership and was asked to bring it in for inspection, but the next morning it closed without problem. 2…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2024,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2024-unexpected-engine-shutdown","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11708473","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious and ongoing safety issue with my vehicle. While I was actively driving in traffic, my car suddenly shut off completely without warning. This occurred while the vehicle was in motion, creating an immediate and dangerous situation. During this…","quote_2_odi":"11691407","quote_2_text":"To whom it may concern, I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding the safety and reliability of my leased vehicle. I have been experiencing ongoing issues that pose a serious safety risk. Approximately two months into my lease, I began experiencing electrical problems…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2025-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal and power steering failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675250","quote_1_text":"I purchased a brand-new 2025 Buick Envista in June, 2025 and owned it for just over a month when the brakes suddenly and completely failed while I was driving on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11687314","quote_2_text":"ON [XXX], (SUNDAY) AFTER DRIVING TO AN EAST LANSING, MI RESTAURANT & SPENDING 1-1/2 HOURS EATING BREAKFAST, I TURNED MY CAR ON AT ABOUT [XXX], AND RECEIVED AN ERROR MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD THAT THE POWER STEERING WAS NOT FUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11750541","quote_3_text":"Suburban performed rotor resurfacing on all four rotors and certified the repair as complete and verified on XXX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2025-fuel-system-fault","label":"Check engine light and fuel system malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700774","quote_1_text":"On September 6, 2025, the car had to be taken to be repaired due to a “fuel filler pipe leaking”. I didn’t expect that a brand-new car would need to be repaired for something that seems to be dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11676511","quote_2_text":"First, I had a check engine light in early May and took it to the shop and the problem was identified as a cracked fuel pipe","quote_3_odi":"11633375","quote_3_text":"I purchased the vehicle on 12/21/24, and I now have a check engine light with a code related to \"The Engine and Transmission System is not performing as expected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2025-instrument-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707154","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s infotainment/display screen (center touchscreen system) malfunctions. The screen flickers, freezes, becomes unresponsive, and frequently fails to connect","quote_2_odi":"11677439","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that the infotainment center and instrument panel were intermittently inoperable, while driving at various speeds or while idling","quote_3_odi":"11613955","quote_3_text":"The instrument panel (or instrument cluster) is malfunctioning. The issue is intermittent, meaning the instrument panel blacks out unpredictably","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2025-window-auto-down","label":"Power window movement while locked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708053","quote_1_text":"Window will not go back up. Also when the windows are Locked ( Light indicator on) THEY STILL GO DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11708054","quote_2_text":"Passenger window will go down while LOCKED. Strange noise from front cabin","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2025,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Envista","model_slug":"envista","cluster_id":"envista-2025-wiper-trim-detach","label":"Wiper blade and exterior trim detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727460","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Buick Envista. The contact stated that while driving during heavy rain, the windshield wiper fractured in half, resulting in poor visibility while driving","quote_2_odi":"11729341","quote_2_text":"Wiper blades are not compatible with after market brands due to wiper arm design. Exterior trim. The rear quarter window trim has poor adhesive. Causing chrome panel to bend and detach while vehicle was one highway","quote_3_odi":"11674929","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a rear window trim detachment that occurred after my 2025 Buick Envista Sport Touring went through a brushless automatic car wash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/buick/envista","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-air-bag-warning-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11141893","quote_1_text":"AIR BAGS WENT OFF WHEN I WAS STOPED AT A RED LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10503945","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELLING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE SIDE (DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE ROOF RAIL AND HEADREST) AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. NO ACCIDENT OR ROAD HAZARD TRIGGERED DEPLOYMENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine stall or deceleration while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10731770","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000","quote_2_odi":"10681453","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH THE CAR SHUTTING OFF COMPLETLY WHILE DRIVING OR LOSS OF ENGINE POWER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-stabilitrak-warning-power-loss","label":"StabiliTrak warning with intermittent power loss","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10501101","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING SEVERAL TIMES THE ELECTRONIC STABILITRAK CONTROL SYSTEM ENGAGE UNEXPECTEDLY - WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE ENGINE SOUNDED DIFFERENT AND TRAFFIC BEHIND ME HAD TO QUICKLY BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"10542123","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE STABILITY CONTROL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-steering-lock-loss-of-control","label":"Steering wheel locks during operation","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11425922","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway the engine stopped suddenly and steering wheel was locked. The car had to be towed to repair shop","quote_2_odi":"10367100","quote_2_text":"LOST STEERING ON MY 2007 BUICK LACROSSE ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE TAKEN A SHARP TURN THE STEERING WOULD NOT TURN WHICH RESULTED IN A HIGH SPEED CRASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-sunroof-shatters-driving","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11222982","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF OF MY 2010 BUICK LACROSS EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE","quote_2_odi":"11035332","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING SOUTH DOWN HIGHWAY I5 AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. NOTHING HIT ME AND THERE WAS NO ROCK OR FOREIGN OBJECTS. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT OR EXPLOSION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-suspension-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Suspension recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11428009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Buick LaCrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available","quote_2_odi":"11435098","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lacrosse The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-trunk-releases-unexpectedly","label":"Trunk lid releases unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11098918","quote_1_text":"TRUNK RANDOMLY OPENS WHETHER PARKED OR WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11071935","quote_2_text":"TRUNK POPS OPEN ON ITS ON WITHOUT HITTING THE BUTTON ON THE REMOTE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2010-wheel-bearing-abs-failure","label":"Wheel bearing failure disabling ABS","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10993958","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE REPLACED 3 WHEEL BEARINGS IN THE 7 YEARS WE HAVE OWNED THIS CAR. SEEMS LIKE A LOT","quote_2_odi":"11443235","quote_2_text":"antilock brake system-the round magnetic sensor that is attached to the wheel bearing hub-had both back ones have parts of the magnet ring break off and one front one completely fall off. this causes loss of antilock brake system. this happened within the last two years","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-airbags-no-deploy","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11458226","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while the vehicle was at a complete, his son was rear-ended by another vehicle. The air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel; however, the air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11394828","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHICH RESULTED IN THE CONTACT CRASHING INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. UPON IMPACT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10984669","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH IN THE LEFT LANE, AN 18 WHEELER TRUCK MERGED OVER AND SMASHED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND ANOTHER VEHICLE INTO THE METAL GUARDRAIL. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-brake-pedal-stuck","label":"Brake pedal remains engaged after braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11533076","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway and when I went to apply my brakes the pedal completely broke off. It was just dangling on the floorboard. I had no brakes","quote_2_odi":"11496326","quote_2_text":"The component is the brakes and the brake pedal while not engaging the brakes they remained on even after the vehicle was shut off","quote_3_odi":"10887919","quote_3_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT STOP SIGN BY APPLYING BRAKES VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP THEN ACCELERATED. WHILE APPLYING BRAKES AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE BRAKES STILL FAILED WITH VEHICLE PLYING THROUGH FIELD AND COMING TO REST ONLY WHEN PLOWING INTO AN EMBANKMENT,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-defroster-fogging","label":"Defroster failure reducing windshield visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11507935","quote_1_text":"When driving in rain and high humidity, the windshield and front windows will often completely fog up with moisture on the inside of the car. It can make seeing outside while driving impossible and risks an accident","quote_2_odi":"11241977","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DEFROST THE WINDOWS","quote_3_odi":"10820408","quote_3_text":"DEFROSTER,HEAT,A/C,FAN SPEED,RECIRC, HEAT/COOL SEATS FUNCTIONS FAILED (STOPPED WORKING COMPLETLY) WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOW STORM ON JANUARY 12, 2016 ON HIGHWAY US 131 TO TRAVERSE CITY, MI. FOUND RECALL INFORMATION NHTSA # 11V149000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11731073","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety defect involving a 2011 Buick LaCrosse CXL. The vehicle has repeatedly shut off while being driven, creating a dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11297962","quote_2_text":"OUR FAMILY'S 2011 BUICK LACROSSE ONLY HAS 57K MILES ON IT, AND THE ENGINE ALREADY HAS PERMANENT IRREVERSIBLE DAMAGE FROM A MANUFACTURER OVERSIGHT IN WHICH THE TIMING CHAIN \"SKIPS TIME.\" WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR UNPREDICTABLY LOST ALL POWER,","quote_3_odi":"11060889","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF ENGINE POWER WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 75 MPH, DROPPED SUDDENLY TO 30 MPH. HAD TO PULL ONTO SHOULDER FROM PASSING LANE, ALMOST REAR ENDED BY TRACTOR TRAILER DUE TO SUDDEN POWER LOSS, COULD NOT ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up or loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11512897","quote_1_text":"Car lost all steering while driving down the road","quote_2_odi":"11153409","quote_2_text":"STEERING FREEZES UP IN MOSTLY DAMP, WET DAYS WHEN DRIVING VERY SLOW INTO PARKING AREA'S.....STEERING COMPLETELY LOCKS","quote_3_odi":"10436826","quote_3_text":"HAVE HAD CONTINUED PROBLEMS WITH ADJUSTABLE STEERING WHEEL LOCKING MECHANISM THE DEALER HAS ADVISED THAT IT \"IS THE WAY IT IS\" RETURNED MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2011-suspension-recall-delay","label":"Rear suspension toe-link failure and recall delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11451053","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at 45 MPH with her 10-month-old child in a rear-facing car seat located in the rear driver seat, the rear driver's side toe link detached and she lost control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11414471","quote_2_text":"RECALL NOTICE MAILED TO ME DATED JANUARY 2021. GM RECALL #: N202308930. REAR SUSPENSION OF TOE LINKS AND ADJUSTER FASTENERS REQUIRE REPLACING IN ORDER TO CONTROL THE CAR. THE GM RECALL CENTER CORRESPONDENCE WAS DATED DECEMBER 10, 2020","quote_3_odi":"10370855","quote_3_text":"WE BOUGHT A NEW 2011 BUICK LACROSSE CXS 11-15-10, DROVE IT 200 MILES AND THE FRONT SUSPENSION FAILED IN COSTCO PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH AND NO IMPACT. THE RIM POPPED OPEN AT THE CENTER SEAM CREATING A BIG OVAL OPENING THAT LOCKED UP ON THE BRAKE CALIPER, STOPPING THE WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2012-brake-pedal-sticking","label":"Brake pedal sticks down in hot weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735921","quote_1_text":"The break pedal sticks down during high temperatures ( generally during summer months especially when park outside in the sun and high humidity) and causes the brakes to drag and the break pedal doesn’t come up by itself!","quote_2_odi":"11494758","quote_2_text":"The brake pedal sticks down during interior high temperatures (generally during the summer months when parked in the sun) and causes the brakes to drag. It appears this is a known defect (nhtsa# 10141352) gm technical service bulletin#PIC 5692D","quote_3_odi":"10694992","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE SEEMED TO BE SLUGGISH ON ACCELERATION. I FIRST THOUGHT IT WAS THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE NOT RELEASING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2012-engine-belt-stall","label":"Engine stall from serpentine belt and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10478015","quote_1_text":"WE WERE ON I 35 TRAVELING ABOUT 70 MPH WHEN THE MOTOR SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER. AFTER ABOUT 30 TO 45 SECONDS SOME POWER SEEMED TO COME BACK AND I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE CAR TO THE SERVICE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11186535","quote_2_text":"HI THERE COMING HOME THE OTHER DAY ON HIGHWAY LOST EVERYTHING , LUCKILY I WAS IN THE RIGHT LANE NO STEERING VERY HARD TO STOP ! HAD TO GET IT TOWED ! SERPENTINE BELT OFF !","quote_3_odi":"11208682","quote_3_text":"JUST OVER 70,000 MILES ON THE CAR. ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR WAS RUNNING ROUGH AND STALLING AT IDLE. ENGINE LIGHT CODE INDICATED A CAM SHAFT MISALIGNMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2012-seatbelt-failure","label":"Driver seat belt buckle and anchor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11540009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that the driver's side front seat belt cable mount had detached while attempting to use the seat belt","quote_2_odi":"10852928","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WOULD NOT LOCK, WHICH RENDERS AIRBAGS INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"10513209","quote_3_text":"2012- BUICK LACROSSE- 7,000 MILES--WHILE DRIVING LAST WEEK AND STOPPED AT A REST AREA, THE ANCHOR BOLT ON MY DRIVERS SEATBELT CAME OFF FROM THE BRACKET AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SEAT-","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2012-stabilitrak-stall","label":"StabiliTrak warning with engine stall and steering loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749557","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered a sudden, complete loss of engine power and forward propulsion while traveling at highway speed, cutting off mid-drive with no warning","quote_2_odi":"11661496","quote_2_text":"My 2012 Buick Lacrosse had a recall for Loss control generator control module, The recall was fixed, but recently my car shut off in the middle of the highway for the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11568709","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and shutoff independently. The stabili-trak warning light was flashing after the failure had occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2012-toe-link-recall-parts","label":"Rear toe link recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11439862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Buick LaCrosse. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the…","quote_2_odi":"11413904","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V764000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11439470","quote_3_text":"2012 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR TOE LINK SUSPENSION SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE SAFETY RECALL FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-airbag-malfunction","label":"Airbag system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11607133","quote_1_text":"Failed component is the passenger airbag presence module. Failure of the presence module compromises the deployment of airbags","quote_2_odi":"11435477","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ON THE FRWY GOING 63MILS PER HR. MY CAR IS A TOTAL LOSS. THIS CAR HAS 6 AIRBAGS \"STANDARD SAFETY FEATURES\"WHICH NONE OF THE 6 AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10520736","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM APPEARS TO BE TOO SENSITIVE. OWNERS MANUAL STATES THAT THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO DETECT ADULT SIZED PASSENGERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-battery-charging-stall","label":"Battery charging system failure and engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11024010","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10537519","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_3_odi":"11350873","quote_3_text":"SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM LIGHT HAS COME ON, BATTERY LIGHT HAS COME ON SERVICE PARKING LIGHT HAS COME ON. CAR MAKES A WHINING SOUND WHEN THE ENGINE RESTARTS AFTER AUTO STOP MODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-drive-belt-failure","label":"Serpentine drive belt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11642962","quote_1_text":"The bolt that secures the Serpentine belt tensioner unit to the motor block has repeatedly snapped apart leaving the tensioner unit to dangle from the block","quote_2_odi":"10838149","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE'S DRIVE BELT WAS REPLACED AT 4244 MILES AND AT 58,863 MILES ON 02/16/16/16. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE 102 MILES BEFORE THAT DRIVE BELT BROKE AGAIN CAUSING ME TO ABRUPTLY STOP","quote_3_odi":"10836221","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVE BELT BROKE AT 4244 MILES AND WAS COVERED BY GM. IT BROKE AGAIN AT 58K MILES AND GM IS REFUSING TO COVER STATING NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11350973","quote_1_text":"ON 8-6-2020, (ABOUT 11 AM) WHILE DRIVING (ABOUT 70MPH) NORTH ON I43 IN EASTERN WISCONSIN, AT A POINT NORTH OF SHEBOYGAN, THE MESSAGE 'SERVICE POWER STEERING' APPEARED ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11267837","quote_2_text":"2013 BUICK LACROSSE - POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING WHILE MY 19-YEAR-OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH! STEERING WHEEL COMPLETELY LOCKED UP","quote_3_odi":"10585421","quote_3_text":"NEAR THE FLORIDA-GEORGIA ON NORTH INTERSTATE 75 I STOPPED AT A REST AREA.WHEN I STARTED THE AUTO AGAIN,I FOUND IT DIFFICULT TO BACK OUT OF THE PARKING LANE AND TO STRAIGHTEN THE CARS WHEELS TO EXIT THE AREA.I REALIZED THEN I LOST POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-rear-toe-link-recall","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture and recall parts delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11447064","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Buick Lacrosse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V764000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11413174","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL BANGING SOUND DETECTED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V764000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS","quote_3_odi":"11526633","quote_3_text":"I went to have this issue taken care of over 3 time and the repair shop gave me a hassle everytime now the car is gifted to my 16 year daughter and I would like for her to drive safely please help Safety Risk A rear toe link fracture may reduce the ability to control the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2013-rollaway-ignition","label":"Vehicle rollaway after push-button ignition shutoff","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893734","quote_1_text":"MY MOTHER HAD STOPPED HER CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY . THE MOTOR WAS STILL RUNNING . SHE REACHED OVER INSIDE THE CAR AND PUSHED THE IGNITION BUTTON TO STOP THE MOTOR ( WHILE STANDING OUTSIDE THE CAR )THE CAR ROLLED BACK PULLING HER UNDER IT RUNNING HER OVER AND KILLED HER","quote_2_odi":"10629855","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED ON DRIVEWAY, DRIVER DOOR WAS OPEN, DRIVER LEANED INTO CAR AND SHUT OFF CAR ENGINE WITH PUSH BUTTON IGNITION SWITCH, VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY ROLLED BACK, OPEN DOOR KNOCKED DRIVER DOWN, AND WAS RUN OVER AND DIED AT HOSPITAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156983","quote_1_text":"REAR ENDED IN AN ACCIDENT & MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10919069","quote_2_text":"ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS STATIONARY. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISES TO THE STOMACH, LEG, HEAD, AND RIGHT SHOULDER, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"10818126","quote_3_text":"WHILE PREPARING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-electrical-dash-shutdown","label":"Electrical system dashboard shutdown and window switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11516624","quote_1_text":"The driver’s door window motor burnt out causing the window switch to smoke. The fuse never failed. The car was diagnosed at the dealership. It is at the dealership now awaiting the purchase of repair parts","quote_2_odi":"10896782","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON 8/15/16 THAT MORNING AFTER HANGING UP HANDSFREE CALL WITH WIFE IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARDS ALL DASHBOARD GAUGES WENT BLANK AND CAR STALLS WHILE DRIVING ON FRWY","quote_3_odi":"10855532","quote_3_text":"DURING DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT @65 MILES PER HOUR IN TRAFFIC THE VEHICLE WILL DROP BATTERY POWER AND DASH BOARD GOES BLANK AND CAR SHUTS OFF AND IN LESS THAN 1 MINUTE ALL ELECTRICAL TO DASH AND ENGINE WILL COME BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-headlight-low-beam","label":"Low beam headlight illumination and ballast failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10788073","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEAD LAMPS PRODUCED POOR VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING IN THE EVENINGS. THE CONTACT HAD THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ADJUSTED TWICE BY THE DEALER, BUT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO REMEDY THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10701183","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WERE DEFECTIVE AND FAILED TO PROVIDE THE PROPER LIGHT COVERAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THE DEALER RAISED THE HEADLIGHTS; HOWEVER, THE DEFECT WAS NOT CORRECTED","quote_3_odi":"11297693","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED A BLUE PLASTIC TRIM DETACHED WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT CAUSING THE ILLUMINATION OF THE HEADLIGHT TO BE REDUCED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure and rack replacement","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11640372","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving on the highway at 25 MPH, the “Service Power Steering” message was displayed, and shortly afterward the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the steering wheel became difficult to turn","quote_2_odi":"11427848","quote_2_text":"Our steering went out on Interstate 65 while traveling about 70 miles per hour. We were near an exit and I was able to pump my brakes and get off without causing an accident that could have caused a multiple pile-up, injuries and potential deaths","quote_3_odi":"11291501","quote_3_text":"I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY ON THE INTERIOR LANE AT 75 MPH WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN I GOT A AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARM INDICATING STEERING FAILURE. I THEN GOT THE SAME FOR STABILTRAK FAILURE. THE STEERING ASSIST WAS OBVIOUSLY GONE IMMEDIATELY AND THE CAR STARTED FLOATING BACK AND FORTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration despite brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11203942","quote_1_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHEN MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD AND I WAS ALMOST HIT BY SEVERAL CARS ACROSS THE INTERSECTION. I STEPPED HARDER ON THE BRAKE AND MANAGED TO STOP MY VEHICLE ALTHOUGH THE ENGINE WAS REVVING VERY HIGH","quote_2_odi":"11109789","quote_2_text":"WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10817557","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENT ISSUES WITH THE ENGINE ACCELERATING WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED - I.E. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES AT A STOP SIGN THE ENGINE TACHOMETER INDICATES THAT THE ENGINE IS RUNNING UP TO 2000 RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2014-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel cracking and tire air loss or tread separation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11397959","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS 112,000 MILES, ATTEMPTED TO REPLACE THE TIRES & WAS TOLD THAT THE WHEELS ARE NO GOOD, THE CHROME IS PEELING, THEREFORE WHEN THE OLD TIRES WERE REMOVED, THE CHROME FELL OFF, THEREFOR WHEELS WON'T HOLD AIR!","quote_2_odi":"11102241","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR INDICATED A LOW LEFT REAR TIRE. I STOPPED AND ADDED THE NECESSARY AIR AND CONTINUED DRIVING. IN ABOUT 10 MILES THE MONITOR INDICATED THAT THE TIRE WAS LOW AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10816463","quote_3_text":"HEARD RUMBLING HIGH PITCH SOUNDS WHICH I FIRST THOUGHT WAS TRANSMISSION, BUT WAS ANTI SKID/ABS COMPUTER ASSISTED BRAKING. CAR PULLED SHARPLY RIGHT, INSTRUMENT PANEL SHOWED RIGHT TIRE -0- PSI. COMPLETE TIRE FAILURE SIDEWALL & SMOKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-airbag-nondeployment-recall","label":"Air bag non-deployment and recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11399060","quote_1_text":"SERVICE AIR BAG MAINTENANCE WARNING &#9888;&#65039;","quote_2_odi":"11088636","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. BOTH DRIVERS SUSTAINED MAJOR INJURIES, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10925777","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH, A DEER STRUCK THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT FULLY INFLATE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure on application","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11422247","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while making a right turn and attempted to depress the brake pedal but failed to stop. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated he crashed into a low road divider and came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11657483","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 MPH, the vehicle jerked briefly before shifting into gear. The ABS warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-electrical-stall-cascade","label":"Electrical system stall and warning-light cascade","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11471159","quote_1_text":"The truck pops open on its own when park and while driving.. Had to pull the fuse just to keep it from opening","quote_2_odi":"11395038","quote_2_text":"WOULD NOT START AT ALL, ONCE WE GOT IT STARTED AND HEADED DOWN THE ROAD, THE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. VERY DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"11290147","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WHERE MY CAR WONT START, WHEN TRYING LIGHTS RAPIDLY BLINK, SOMETIMES THE RADIO AND DIRECTIONALS WONT WORK, AND SOMETIMES IT CUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. MY CAR IS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE WITH 14K MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior headlamp failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11342657","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME ON A CITY STREET WE NOTICED THAT BOTH LOW AND HIGH BEAM LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"10980649","quote_2_text":"2015 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES REQUESTING REIMBURSEMENT FOR REPAIRS TO HEADLAMP MODULE. *LD *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line leak and odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11500759","quote_1_text":"Fuel line under hood was rubbing against a bracket and is leaking. All the hangers and clips are secured and no play in Fuel line","quote_2_odi":"11372440","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PARKING HER VEHICLE IN HER GARAGE, A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LOU FUSZ BUICK GMC (10950 PAGE AVE, ST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with dash warning message","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11657664","quote_1_text":"As I was driving around a corner, the steering wheel got hard, very hard and it no longer worked","quote_2_odi":"11476408","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving and went to turn the vehicle and the steering locked up momentarily. She drove directly home a block away and pulled into the garage. When attempting to take the car for service it would not turn in either direction","quote_3_odi":"11438406","quote_3_text":"Power steering went out while driving roughy 45/50 mph. Unknown reason why it went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"buick-lacrosse-2015-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerking into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11550798","quote_1_text":"Transmission problem. Jerking when going into gear","quote_2_odi":"11597441","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while stationary at a stop light and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2016-acc-false-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control false braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11483622","quote_1_text":"At highway speeds with the Adaptive Cruise Control engaged, the brakes are heavily applied when other vehicles or obstructions are not observed. ACC engaged on controlled access highway no vehicles or obstructions and random hard braking takes place","quote_2_odi":"11133159","quote_2_text":"ADAPTIVE CRUISE ENGAGES ANTILOCK BRAKES IN A RANDOM MANNER EVEN WHEN NO CAR IS IN FRONT OF YOU WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AT A VARIETY OF DIFFERENT SPEEDS. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11759114","quote_1_text":"I was in a front end collision where the damages were over $20,000.00 and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11745821","quote_2_text":"On June 22,2026, I was involved in a frontal impact collision while traveling at approximately 35 mph. The vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure of the entire occupant restraint system. Despite a severe, high-speed frontal impact,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11736881","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road goin around 45 mph all of a sudden my steering wheel got so stiff I could hardly steer the car off the road and out of traffic. I didn't hit anything, my power steering just stopped. I put the car into park and turned off the ignition","quote_2_odi":"11562281","quote_2_text":"I lost power steering while driving 70 mph on a two-lane highway in Wyoming. There were no warnings before the incident, but a Service Power Steering light came on at the same time it quit working. One mechanic shop did a diagnosis on the car","quote_3_odi":"11503449","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the steering wheel locked, almost causing a collision. A message indicating power steering failure was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and jerk at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11657537","quote_1_text":"Cars shudders 20-30 MPH. Started last year, I needed to get my wife for cancer treatments. Basically, shifted the car manually","quote_2_odi":"11385552","quote_2_text":"AT 25 - 30 MPH AND AT 45 - 50 MPH THE CAR SHAKES VIOLENTLY. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A DIAGNOSTIC. THEY SAID THEY KNEW EXACTLY WHAT IT WAS. I NEED A NEW LOWER AND UPPER TRANSMISSION. THAT IS THE RECOMMENDED FIX","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from floor mat and pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11155995","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK LACROSSE. WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH IN A PARKING LIGHT AND MAKING A SLIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FLOORMAT WAS NOT IN THE CORRECT POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11051891","quote_2_text":"FROM STANDING STOP OR WHILE IN MOTION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, STOMP THE ACCELERATOR TO COMMAND IMMEDIATE ACCELERATION: ACCELERATOR SOMETIMES STICKS IN WIDE OPEN THROTTLE RESULTING IN UNINTENDED SUSTAINED ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11603514","quote_1_text":"The air bag warning light in the dash came on intermittently during driving. I took the vehicle to the dealer for service December 27, 2023, since it was a safety issue that the authorized dealer needs to take care of","quote_2_odi":"11467521","quote_2_text":"the airbag lite has been coming on for the last year saying it needs to be serviced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-cruise-control-unintended-accel","label":"Cruise control and idle unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11192544","quote_1_text":"I HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON MY 2017 BUICK LACROSSE, A VEHICLE WITH 17,004 MILES. WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE WITH THE CRUISE SET TO 70 MPH THE SYSTEM RESET ITSELF TO 105 MPH AND THE ENGINE REVVED 3000 RPM ACCELERATING OUT OF CONTROL","quote_2_odi":"11063227","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING THIRTY SECONDS TO A MINUTE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE REVVED AND INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-stall-power-loss","label":"Unexpected stall or loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11571349","quote_1_text":"Vehicle loses power every gmc vehicle I have owned (3) seen to have this issue throttle pedal position sensor while driving on the interstate vehicle speed drops to reduce engine power which is very scary and dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11486363","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power on several occasions. The vehicle restarted after a while","quote_3_odi":"11307684","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 35 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-stop-start-system-failure","label":"Automatic Stop/Start system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11430318","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick LaCrosse. The contact stated that while at a stoplight the fuel-saving feature activated and the engine shut-off. After removing his foot from the brake pedal the STOP/START feature failed to activate","quote_2_odi":"11204194","quote_2_text":"AT A FULL STOP, THE ENGINE AUTO STOP SHUTS THE ENTIRE VEHICLE DOWN. VEHICLE MUST BE RE-STARTED AND ALL FEATURES LIKE RADIO, CLOCK ETC. RETURN TO THE FACTORY SETTINGS AS IF THE BATTERY HAD BEEN DISCONNECTED","quote_3_odi":"11175531","quote_3_text":"2017 BUICK LACROSSE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE ENGINE CONTROL STOP/START SYSTEM. *LD *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-suspension-strut-discontinued","label":"Suspension strut and yoke failure with discontinued parts","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11736767","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has major suspension issues containing the complete strut assembly, lower control arms, and strut yokes/forks, which can not be replaced due to the discontinuance of the vehicle and parts itself","quote_2_odi":"11596103","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making an abnormally loud stomping sound and the wheels were shuddering significantly. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving","quote_3_odi":"11452579","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH and making a left turn, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact mentioned the failure was related to the bushings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"LaCrosse","model_slug":"lacrosse","cluster_id":"lacrosse-2017-transmission-shift-malfunction","label":"Transmission shift and gear selector malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11562549","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that after his wife had parked and turning off the vehicle, moments later the vehicle was restarted and the check engine and TCM warning lights remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11240696","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE IN JUNE OF 2018. THE CAR DROVE BEAUTIFULLY FOR ABOUT 14000 MILES. THEN I STARTED NOTICING HARSH SHIFTS AT LOWER SPEEDS, SHIFTED FINE ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11209049","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 BUICK LACROSSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER WOULD MISSHIFT AND SWITCH INTO OTHER GEARS THAT WERE NOT SELECTED. SECONDLY, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO PARK OR REVERSE PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/lacrosse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2010-engine-mount-failure","label":"Engine and motor mount failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11124284","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DID NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO ENGINE MOUNT FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE FRONT MOTOR MOUNT AND SIDE TORQUE MOUNT WERE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10476931","quote_2_text":"ENGINE MOUNT HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE SINCE I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE, THE FIRST IS LISTED ABOVE, THE SECOND TIME IS SEPT, 24, 2012 AND THE MILEAGE ON THE VEHICLE IS 31,000","quote_3_odi":"10725655","quote_3_text":"SQUEAKING NOISE FROM STEERING WHEN TURNING. DEALER PURCHASED CAR NEW FROM DIAGNOSED AS NEEDING STEERING RACK AND LOOSE MOTOR MOUNT REPLACED FOR APPROX. $1325.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2010-fuse-box-relay-melt","label":"Rear fuse box and fuel pump relay melting under back seat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11666345","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Buick Lucerne. The contact stated that there was a burning odor in the cabin of the vehicle. There were no warning lights. The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic who informed the contact that the fuse box was overheating and beginning to melt","quote_2_odi":"11271707","quote_2_text":"2010 BUICK LUCERNE HAD BEEN DRIVEN HOME AND WAS COOLING IN DRIVEWAY. AFTER TWO HOURS, STARTER WOULD TURN OVER BUT ENGINE WOULD NOT START. BEGAN TO SMELL BURNING PLASTIC INSIDE VEHICLE. FOUND SYMPTOMS OF PROBLEM DESCRIBED IN GM SERVICE BULLETIN 15-NA-051","quote_3_odi":"11092308","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2010-power-steering-brake-loss","label":"Loss of power steering and brake assist during driving","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10330855","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES AND POWER STEERING FAILED SUDDENLY","quote_2_odi":"10766450","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD ABOUT 3 INCIDENCES OF POWER BRAKE AND POWER STEERING FAILURE AT LOW SPEEDS (10 MPH OR LESS) DURING RAINY WEATHER. WHEN MAKING A TURN, EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT, THE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES FAIL","quote_3_odi":"10939055","quote_3_text":"RAINY WEATHER DRIVEING THRU PUDDLES ON PASENGER SIDE OF ROAD I LOOSE POWER BAAKES AND POWER STEERING. THEY RECOVER AFTER A FEW SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2010-seat-headrest-defect","label":"Seat position and headrest design defects","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2011-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10302632","quote_1_text":"TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD RESTRAINTS WERE IMPROPERLY SHAPED. THEY LEANED SO FAR FORWARD THAT HE COULD NOT SIT COMFORTABLY IN HIS SEAT AND WAS HIT IN THE BACK OF THE HEAD WHEN HE TRIED TO SIT BACK IN THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10373433","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH HE ADJUSTED THE DRIVER'S SEAT AND THE SEAT WENT BACK DOWN TO THE FLOOR. HE STATED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SEAT WILL NOT STAY WHERE IT WAS SET","quote_3_odi":"10421370","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S HEADREST WAS NOT DESIGNED PROPERLY AND REMAINED TILTED FORWARD WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING TENSION IN THE NECK AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2010,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2010-sudden-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control speed surges","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10364188","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE CONTACT BEGAN TO DRIVE UPHILL. WHILE DRIVING UP THE HILL, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BEYOND THE SPEED AT WHICH THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET","quote_2_odi":"10440792","quote_2_text":"2010 BUICK LUCERNE. CONSUMER STATES PROBLEM WITH VEHICLE ACCELERATING RAPIDLY ON ITS OWN. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SUDDEN ACCELERATION HAPPENED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON AND OFF","quote_3_odi":"10668698","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-brake-line-failure","label":"Brake line and hose fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11341636","quote_1_text":"BRAKE LINE EXPERIENCED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE RESULTING IN A RAPID LOSS OF ALL BRAKE FLUID AND COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES WHILE ON A CITY STREET. CAR WAS TOWED TO THE REPAIR SHOP WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT ALL BRAKE LINES WERE SEVERELY RUSTED FROM THE OUTSIDE AND ONE HAD FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11384397","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE LINE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE FAILURE WHILE HIS WIFE WAS REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11402622","quote_3_text":"ABS LIGHT AND STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT ON. SO I HAVE NO ABS FUNCTION OF THE BRAKES. HAD FRONT WHEEL BEARING REPLACED BUT DIDN'T FIX THE ISSUE. ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL MODULE LIGHT STILL ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-fuse-box-relay-overheating","label":"Rear fuse box and fuel pump relay overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11104459","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS STATIONARY, AND ATTEMPTED TO START. ENGINE WAS NOT GETTING GAS. DEALER IDENTIFIED REAR FUSE BOX/FUEL PUMP RELAY WAS SHORTED OUT","quote_2_odi":"11091994","quote_2_text":"A MANUFACTURER DEFECT EXISTS IN THE AREA OF THE REAR FUSE BOX LOCATED UNDER THE REAR SEAT ON THE LEFT SIDE. THE SEAT BRACKET APPLIES PRESSURE TO THE FUSE BOX COVER DEFLECTING IT FROM ITS STANDARD POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11011904","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BUICK LUCERNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND AN ELECTRICAL BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE CABIN. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY HAD OVERHEATED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-rear-seat-electrical-fire","label":"Rear-seat electrical component melting and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11497220","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after several attempts the vehicle failed to start-up without warning. Upon investigation, the contact linked the failure to the circuit board which was in the rear back seat","quote_2_odi":"11035317","quote_2_text":"THE BUICK LUCERNE 2011 WE OWN HAD THE BATTERY EXPLODE UPON TURNING THE KEY. I AM WIFE/CAREGIVER TO 100% DISABLED VETERAN AND HIS SERVICE DOG. NORMALLY I WOULD HAVE PUT THEM BOTH IN THE CAR BEFORE TURNING THE KEY BUT LUCKILY ON THIS DAY I DID NOT OR WE ALL WOULD HAVE BEEN KILLED","quote_3_odi":"11176513","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE KEY FOB DID NOT WORK. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK THE VEHICLE WITH THE KEY FOB, SHE BECAME LOCKED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY UNLOCK THE DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Ignition switch recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10629330","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10631057","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT IF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10648256","quote_3_text":"THEN I RECEIVED RECALL 14299 ON MY 2011 BUICK LUCERNE (NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 14V355) INVOLVING A SIMILAR IGNITION ISSUE. IT ALSO MENTIONED THE WEIGHT ISSUE OF ITEMS HANGING ON THE KEY CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, BRAKING, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10672176","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNINTENTIONALLY WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A WALL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CHEST INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10626615","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING INTO A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE DRIVER TO CRASH THROUGH THE GARAGE AND INTO THE KITCHEN. THE FAILURE OCCURRED PREVIOUSLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10459092","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT 3 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 90 MPH. HE MADE A ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY DEGREE TURN AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE CONTACT INJURED HIS KNEE AND HAND ON THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Lucerne","model_slug":"lucerne","cluster_id":"buick-lucerne-2011-visibility-distortion","label":"Windshield distortion and mirror blind spots","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2013-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10378505","quote_1_text":"NEW 2011 BUICK LUCERNE WAS DELIVERED WITH WINDSHIELD GLASS SEVERELY DISTORTING IN BOTTOM TWO INCHES CAUSING SAFETY HAZARD, INCLUDING NAUSEA WHEN DRIVING. OTHER CARS ON THE LOT WERE NOTED WITH THE SAME DEFECT","quote_2_odi":"10407619","quote_2_text":"NEW BUICK LUCERNE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR DOES NOT COVER BLIND SPOTS. DEALER SAYS IT WORKS AS DESIGNED, AND \"TO BE HONEST, YOU ARE NOT THE FIRST TO COMPLAIN ABOUT IT\". IT WAS NOT CORRECTED","quote_3_odi":"10509304","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH AND NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE VIEW MIRROR WAS OBSTRUCTING HIS VISION WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/lucerne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-brake-pedal-sticking-heat","label":"Brake pedal sticking in high heat","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11459007","quote_1_text":"2011 Buick Regal 2.0 CXL. The brake pedal is sticking, causing the rotors to heat up and wear out. There are numerous complaints from others online detailing the dangerous situations this has caused. And numerous complaints about getting the brake system replaced and the same","quote_2_odi":"11337882","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL STUCK PARTIALLY DEPRESSED AND BRAKES NOT FULLY RELEASING. STARTED IMMEDIATELY UPON VEHICLE IGNITION AFTER THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED IN THE SUN ON A HOT DAY. CAR BECOMES UNSAFE TO DRIVE AS EITHER YOU ACCELERATE WITH BRAKES ENGAGED OR HAVE TO MANUALLY LIFT THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11112802","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL DOES NOT RETURN WHEN INTERIOR TEMPERATURES ARE VERY HIGH CAUSING BRAKES TO DRAG AND POTENTIALLY OVERHEAT AND PREMATURELY WEAR. IT WAS FIRST NOTICED WHEN ENTERING VEHICLE AFTER BEING PARKED FOR A WHILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11496846","quote_1_text":"Moisture has been collecting in both headlight assemblies for the past 3 years, whenever the car is outside or driven in the rain. Recently, this caused both high/low beam headlights to burn out. Replacing the bulbs is not enough, as the bulbs immediately burn out/smoke and blow","quote_2_odi":"11242187","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2011 BUICK REGAL WITH THE VEHICLE OPTION \"TT6\" HID HEADLAMPS. BOTH HEADLAMPS ARE CURRENTLY INOPERATIVE. WHAT I HAVE DISCOVERED IS THAT THE FRONT HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES HAVE CONDENSATION INSIDE OF THEM. THIS CONDENSATION IN TURN HAS CAUSED NOT ONLY THE HID BULBS TO FAIL BUT","quote_3_odi":"11268866","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE'S XENON HID HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES BEGAN LEAKING DURING MODERATE TO HEAVY RAIN.THE RAIN SHORTED OUT THE BALLAST AND THE HEADLIGHT WENT BLACK. I REPLACED IT AND SOON AFTER, THE OTHER SIDE DID THE SAME. THE ASSEMBLIES GOT WORSE AND BEGAN FOGGING UP DURING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-rear-suspension-fracture","label":"Rear suspension arm and subframe fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11430995","quote_1_text":"Broken left side rear lateral toe link causing severe vehicle stability issue. Subsequent inspection of right side shows initial crack in same area","quote_2_odi":"11479283","quote_2_text":"Driving 50km per hr, went over railway crossing, then the car became unstable, rear felt loose as if it was drifting. Stopped the car had a look under the cars driver side rear end, and noticed the bar connecting tire the rest of vehicle was fractured, don't know the exact name","quote_3_odi":"11466219","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, there was a squeaking noise coming from the wheels and the vehicle was driving very loosely. The contact noticed that the lower control arm in the rear of the vehicle was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-seat-wiring-recall-delay","label":"Power seat wiring harness recall delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10897095","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 BUICK REGAL. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A","quote_2_odi":"10897646","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 BUICK REGAL. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT ADJUSTED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SMOKE ODOR COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED AND REPAIRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"10930057","quote_3_text":"I HAVE THE RECALL ON THE POWER SEAT WIRING AND MY HEATED SEATS HEAT TO A LEVEL THEN SHUT OFF CONTINUOUSLY. I HAVE A FRIEND HAD THE SAME ISSUE IN A CAMARO AND HAD CHAFED WIRES TO THE HEATED SEAT. I REFUSE TO PAY FOR THIS REPAIR AND NOW IN MICHIGAN IT IS VERY COLD AND I BOUGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-stall-loss-of-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall with loss of steering and brakes","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11014181","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN OFF OF MAIN HIGHWAY INTO A SHOPPING CENTER PARKING LOT WHEN THE ENGINE SHUT OFF CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND NEEDED TO BE TOWED TO LESTER GLENN BUICK THAT NIGHT. THE NEXT DAY AFTER SITTING IN THE","quote_2_odi":"10910618","quote_2_text":"MY DAUGHTER DRIVES OUR 2011 BUICK REGAL CXL THAT WE PURCHASED IN FEBRUARY 2016. IN THE LAST SEVERAL MONTH THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED, STEERING LOCKS UP, BRAKES GO COMPLETELY OUT, IT DOESN'T HAVE AN ELECTRICAL AND BECAUSE IT HAS AN ELECTRIC EMERGENCY BRAKE THERE IS NO WAY FOR HER TO","quote_3_odi":"11120703","quote_3_text":"THE THROTTLE BODY HAS A DEFECT WHICH SHUTS OFF ALL POWER TO VEHICLE WITH NO NOTICE. THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION LOCK UP YOU LOSE ALL STEERING CONTROL AND NO BRAKES. ALSO NO LIGHTS SO WHEN IT HAPPENS AT NIGHT IT IS PITCH BLACK. GM DOES KNOW ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND WHEN I QUESTIONED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-sudden-acceleration-parking","label":"Sudden acceleration while parking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11552417","quote_1_text":"Preparing to park into a parking space in an off street parking lot the vehicle forcefully and rapidly accelerated on its' own and crashed into a fence. I was not accelerating. I attempted to stop the car using the brakes but they did not engage quickly enough to stop the rapid,","quote_2_odi":"11552406","quote_2_text":"I was parking in marked space. I had turned into space, my foot was off the gas pedal. The car was 3/4 into the space when it malfunctioned and rapidly accelerated into a hardened snow bank. i instantly braked but there was not enough space to avoid collision","quote_3_odi":"11552410","quote_3_text":"When pulling into parking space the car rapidly accelerated on its' own and crashed into the car in the next parking space. I did not have my foot on the gas, the car was simply idling. The acceleration was so rapid that applying the brake was useless","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2011,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2011-timing-chain-oil-consumption","label":"Timing chain and oil consumption in 2.4L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11355327","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS SERIOUS OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUES. WILL BURN AS MUCH AS 3 OR MORE QUARTS IN 1000 MILES OR LESS. WAS NOTIFIED BY CHEVROLET MECHANIC THAT SOME OIL CONSUMPTION WAS NORMAL, BUT THAT IF THE CONSUMPTION WAS EXCESSIVE THAT I WOULD HAVE TO PAY UP TO $3500 OR MORE TO FIX THE","quote_2_odi":"11145049","quote_2_text":"PISTON RING FAILURE CAUSING MASSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11100210","quote_3_text":"WE ARE BIG FANS OF OUR BUICK'S, AS OF NOW WE'VE OWNED THREE AND HAVE HAD NO PROBLEMS. BUT NOW WITH ONLY 87,000 MILES ON IT THE TIMING CHAIN GUIDE TENSIONER HAS TO BE REPLACED. IT WAS DIAGNOSED IN AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-brake-pedal-sticking-heat","label":"Brake pedal sticking in hot or humid weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11330035","quote_1_text":"BRAKE PEDAL WILL NOT RETURN FULLY AFTER IT IS APPLIED WHEN IT IS WARM AND HUMID. CAUSES BRAKE PEDAL TO STICK AND NOT ALLOW CRUISE CONTROL TO BE SELECTED","quote_2_odi":"11097241","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL STICKS WHEN VEHICLE IS HOT OR WEATHER IS HOT AND/OR HUMID","quote_3_odi":"11130063","quote_3_text":"BRAKE PEDAL STICKS AND STAYS DEPRESSED WHEN VERY HOT OUTSIDE AFTER SITTING. THIS NEEDS TO BE RECALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-electrical-power-loss-stall","label":"Electrical system power loss and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11484701","quote_1_text":"Car lost all electrical power while driving (moving) and fully shut down, stalling immediately. Nothing electrical worked, including 4 way flashers","quote_2_odi":"11022715","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 70MPH AND CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN ALMOST CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT AND DASH BOARD WENT HAYWIRE BRAKES LOCKED AND SERVICE STABILIKTRACK SYSTEM AND ABS ASSIST WARNINGS AND IT SMELLED LIKE MY CAR WAS ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"10725396","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAD NO ELECTRICAL POWER. ANYTHING ELECTRICAL WOULDN'T WORK. WE COULDN'T REMOVE THE IGNITION KEY, PUT WINDOWS OR ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11517953","quote_1_text":"Engine used oil with no smoke or leaks. Had to change oil every 2300 miles. Motor went bad do to no oil even after oil change","quote_2_odi":"11149968","quote_2_text":"CAR BURNS 1 QT. OIL/ 1000 MILES EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION REQUIRES PISTONS AND RINGS TO BE REPLACED --- MANY GM 2.4 LITER ENGINES HAVE THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11162291","quote_3_text":"AT ROUTINE OIL CHANGE APPOINTMENT (71000 MILES) PLUS MY CONCERN TO CHECK OUT A NOISE DURING COLD STARTUPS, BUICK DEALERSHIP TECH NOTED NO OIL ON DIPSTICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11575316","quote_1_text":"2nd bad headlamp assembly that develops moisture and causes lamp to go out. First was passenger side now driver side","quote_2_odi":"11492760","quote_2_text":"The headlight area had condensation in it that resulted in water in the headlight. This caused the headlight to go dark. This is a safety issue as one of my headlights is not working","quote_3_odi":"11416798","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS GET WATER IN THEM AND FOGS UP..CAUSING YOUR HEADLIGHTS TO LOOK DIM AT NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-rear-suspension-link-recall","label":"Rear suspension link failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11750502","quote_1_text":"Rear passenger side toe link did fracture causing vehicle to spin out of control","quote_2_odi":"11461208","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Buick Regal. The contact stated while her husband was attempting to decelerate to speed, the vehicle accelerated independently and crashed into an apartment building","quote_3_odi":"11412993","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V764000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain stretch and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11081055","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN STRETCHED AND RUINED THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11121334","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK REGAL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND \"REDUCE SPEED\" WAS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11423975","quote_3_text":"Timing belt and engine stopped working. Mechanic says needs engine replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-brake-pedal-sticking","label":"Brake pedal fails to return to position when hot","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11415041","quote_1_text":"AFTER USING THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT DOES NOT COME ALL THE WAY IN THE UP POSITION WHEN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR IS HOT. I HAVE TO LIFT THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH MY OTHER FOOT, OR BRAKE WILL BE PARTIALLY ENGAGED AND BRAKE LIGHTS WILL BE ON","quote_2_odi":"11243382","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL DOES NOT RAISE AFTER APPLY, BRAKES REMAIN APPLIED OR BRAKE LIGHTS ON. DISCOVERED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss and stalling while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11534492","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle, I received an alert message on the instrument panel that stated “Remote Not Detected,” then the vehicle immediately shutdown in the middle of the road. I lost all power to the vehicle, I couldn’t put the vehicle in gear, neutral or anything to get it","quote_2_odi":"11066121","quote_2_text":"NOT LONG AFTER, THE PROBLEM CAME BACK, EXCEPT THIS TIME THE CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING ALL ELECTRONICS TO STOP WORKING, INCLUDING THE HEADLIGHTS, POWER STEERING, AND BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10872140","quote_3_text":"DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BECAME RESISTANT TO ACCELERATION ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DOWNSHIFT INDEPENDENTLY DESPITE THE BRAKE PEDAL NOT BEING DEPRESSED. THEN I LOST THE POWER STEERING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STARTED FLICKERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and premature bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11217371","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE FRONT HEAD LAMP ENCLOSURES LEFT & RIGHT ONES CRACKING LETTING MOISTURE IN CAUSING LOW BEAM HALOGEN HEAD LAMP BULBS TO EXPLODE DUE TO CONTACT WITH MOISTURE. DEFECTIVE DESIGN ON HEAD LAMP ENCLOSURE ASSEMBLY'S","quote_2_odi":"11176563","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES KEPT FILLING UP WITH WATER, WHICH CAUSED THE BULBS TO SHORT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11144232","quote_3_text":"MOISTURE BUILT UP IN THE DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT CAUSE THE WHOLE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY TO FAIL. I PAID TO HAVE IT REPLACED LAST YEAR AND NOW THE PASSENGERS SIDE HAS DONE THE EXACT SAME THING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-powertrain-limp-mode","label":"Powertrain limp mode and loss of acceleration power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11648213","quote_1_text":"I have a continuous problem where the vehicle goes into limp mode/reduce power mode it studders and stalls out. The check engine and stabilitrak light comes on. It is extreamly dangerous at it happens on the road and in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11573720","quote_2_text":"Second time, the car has basically shut down. Brake assist, ABS and traction control lights on. Stabilitrak Service light. Had to slow down to 25 miles an hour because it was shaking so bad and limped it home","quote_3_odi":"11114113","quote_3_text":"SHE STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND THE E-ASSIST FUNCTION ACTIVATED. AFTER THE DEBRIS WAS REMOVED FROM THE ROAD, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-rear-suspension-toe-link","label":"Rear suspension toe link wear and instability","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11487209","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving around curves, the vehicle felt wobbly and unstable","quote_2_odi":"11485173","quote_2_text":"I made a right hand turn on a 25 mph street in my vehicle and the butt end of my vehicle kicked out and i temporarily lost control of my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11466804","quote_3_text":"It only has 55,000 miles. I am not clear whether a wheel bearing is a safety issue, but I believe it could be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and sudden vehicle surge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11052562","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK REGAL. WHILE THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO PARALLEL PARK, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10820961","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK REGAL. WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING AREA TO APPROACH AND ENTER A PARKING SPACE AT 5 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SURGED WITH A HIGH RATE OF SPEED ABOVE 60 MPH AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11128252","quote_3_text":"I PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AND STOPPED. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BREAK AND THE CAR LURCHED FORWARD, RUNNING INTO A WOODEN RAIL FENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-electrical-wiring-failure","label":"Electrical wiring and battery warning failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11271243","quote_1_text":"I WAS BACKING MY CAR INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND THEN I SHUT OFF ENGINE, RADIO STILL PLAYING, THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN LIGHTS STARTED DIMMING AND THE ANTI THEFT WENT INTO ACTION. WHOLE CAR SHUT DOWN, NOT EVEN REMOTES WOULD WORK","quote_2_odi":"11018696","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BUICK REGAL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE AND THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"10944573","quote_3_text":"WHILE NORMALLY DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND ATTEMPTING TO PASS A SEMI TRUCK, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY WENT OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WENT TO MAXIMUN ACCELERATION AND THE BRAKES AND STEERING BOTH FAILED TO RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11561044","quote_1_text":"Driver side HID headlight filling with condensation on lens and water collecting inside the headlight capsule where the wiring for the bulbs and ballast run through. Daytime running light now out and potential loss of headlight use is foreseen","quote_2_odi":"11513571","quote_2_text":"Driver side headlight assembly condensation. Heavy condensation is continuous and never clears up. No visible cracks or broken seals. Upon investigation, this seems to be an issue with Buick. There are numerous complaints among owners","quote_3_odi":"11439926","quote_3_text":"Condensation inside both headlights. We didn't notice the problem until we moved from the warm west coast weathe to the midwest where the climate is colder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-shifter-gear-engagement","label":"Shifter failure to engage gear position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11744127","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while his wife was reversing, the vehicle failed to shift out of gear. The gear shifter was in drive(D); however, the vehicle failed to move as intended","quote_2_odi":"11232058","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BUICK REGAL. WHILE APPROACHING THE DRIVEWAY OF HER HOME, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ENGAGE THE SHIFTER INTO THE PARK POSITION; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE KEY WAS STUCK IN THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while parked or driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10970674","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF SHATTERED WHEN DRIVING. SHARDS OF GLASS FELL DOWN ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER","quote_2_odi":"10850287","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS LEFT UNATTENDED SECURELY IN OUR HOME GARAGE. UPON SEEING VEHICLE IN THE MORNING WE NOTICED THE SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED. THERE WAS NO FALLING DEBRIS TO HAVE CAUSED THIS, NO ABNORMAL WEATHER CONDITIONS, AND NO ONE AROUND THE VEHICLE THE ENTIRE TIME","quote_3_odi":"11048313","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY , MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. LUCKILY THE SUNROOF COVER WAS ON AND SUNROOF WAS NOT IN USE. BAD DESIGN? I HAVE BEEN PLANNING ON ANOTHER BUICK , BUT THIS WILL DETER ME AWAY. >1500$ FOR REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-turbo-engine-piston-failure","label":"Turbo engine piston failure and loss of compression","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11402919","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED IN JAN 2021 WITH 94K MILES AND AS OF MAR 2021 96K MILES A CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE OF THE #4 CYLINDER. CRACK IN THE PISTON RING GROOVES AND NOW HAS ZERO COMPRESSION. WHILE DRIVING THE HIGHWAY AT 74 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11316861","quote_2_text":"MY BUICK PURCHASED NOVEMBER 2019 HAS THE MISFORTUNE OF HAVING THE 2.0 LTG 4CYL TURBO. THROUGH RESEARCH I HAVE LEARNED THAT CATASTROPHIC FAILURE WITH THE PISTONS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE ACROSS THE GM PLATFORM WITH SAME ENGINES. THIS IS LIKELY CAUSED BY A MISFIRE","quote_3_odi":"10882983","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION.FAILED OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS 2.0 TURBO ENGINE. I HAD SAME PROBLEM WITH 2013 MALIBU WITH 2.0 TURBO ENGINE.WHERE IT DEVELOPED A CRACKED PISTON! AT AROUND 30 THOUSAND MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2014-vacuum-pump-brake-loss","label":"Vacuum pump failure causing loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11175137","quote_1_text":"OFF AND ON OVER THE PAST 6 MONTHS, THERE WAS A LOSS OF BRAKES DIRECTLY AFTER STARTUP. AFTER 30 SECONDS OR SO, THE BRAKES WOULD FUNCTION NORMALLY. THIS CAR IS NORMALLY GARAGE KEPT","quote_2_odi":"11079079","quote_2_text":"VACCUM PUMP FALLS APART INSIDE OF ENGINE. THIS CAUSES BRAKES TO NOT WORK AS INTENDED AS THERE IS NO BOOST. REPLACED OLD OEM WITH NEW OEM AND WITHIN 2 MONTHS HAPPEND AGAIN. AT START UP AND FOR ABOUT TWO MINUTES YOU HAVE NO BRAKE ASSISTANCE","quote_3_odi":"11404747","quote_3_text":"AFTER COLD START THE BRAKE SYSTEM IS WEAK TO NON EXISTENT. WE HAVE A SLOPE OF APPROXIMATELY 25-30 DEGREES AND THIS CAUSED US TO GO INTO OUR NEIGHBORS YARD WHEN THE BRAKES ONLY SLOWED THE VEHICLE AND COULD NOT BRING IT TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and airbag module malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11298488","quote_1_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG WAS DISPLAYED ON THE DASHBOARD WHEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE. TOOK IT IN TO A BUICK DEALERSHIP AND IT WAS THE AIRBAG MODULE. MY CONCERN IS THAT IT WENT OUT AT ALL IN A VEHICLE THAT HAD LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT AND IF IT WOULD HAPPEN AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11394581","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG SYSTEM KEEPS COMING ON THE DEALER SAYS IT'S MY FAULT AND THEY CAN'T DO NOTHING ABOUT IT I HAVE A KID AND IT'S NOT SAFE MY AIRBAG CAN DEPLOY ANYTIME","quote_3_odi":"11534658","quote_3_text":"Airbag Red Light indicator on for 2+ weeks, ambient temperature sensor malfunction and vehicle seems to have less pressure when accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2015-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11586939","quote_1_text":"After starting my vehicle with foot on the brake and putting the vehicle in gear it will move forward and occasionally roll for 4 or 5 feet before the brake engages","quote_2_odi":"11324462","quote_2_text":"FAULTY BRAKE VACUUM PUMP. LEAKING OIL AND VEHICLES BRAKE PEDAL WAS STIFF AND LUCKILY DID NOT LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT AS I HAD TO USE ALL MY WEIGHT TO PUSH THE PEDAL DOWN TO STOP THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2015-door-lock-entrapment","label":"Electrical system malfunction with door lock entrapment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10892238","quote_1_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING ALL THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS WANT OUT COMPLETELY, THE CAR DIDN'T STOP RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11231421","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK REGAL. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LOCK WAS PRESSED, WHICH ACTIVATED THE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10903516","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, MY DASHBOARD / RADIO WENT COMPLETELY OUT...ONLY FOR A FEW BRIEF SECONDS, BUT THAT HAS ME CONCERNED NOW SEEING A COMPLAINT HAS BEEN FILED RE SIMILAR ISSUE,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2015-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11176529","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS HID HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES THAT HAVE CONSTANT ISSUES WITH CONDENSATION/WATER ENTERING THE HOUSING AND CAUSING THE BALLAST AND BULB TO FAIL. THIS IS DUE TO A FAULTY SEAL BETWEEN THE OUTER AND INNER SHELL ASSEMBLY","quote_2_odi":"11306869","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HOLDS WATER AND MOISTURE AND LIGHT CAN NOT COME OUT VERY WELL IT'S A KNOWN ISSUE AND SHOULD HAVE A RECALL ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11476526","quote_3_text":"Drivers side headlight has condensation in it & stopped working. Vehicle hasn’t been involved in any accidents or incidents that would have caused this. Dealer advised of the problem while performing oil change","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2015-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11590376","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption on the 2.4L engine. GM has known about the oil consumption on these engines for a long time and if oil is not consistently checked and topped off it will seize the motor while driving","quote_2_odi":"11269883","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK REGAL. WHEN THE VEHICLE REACHED A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE FOR IT TO RESUME NORMAL OPERATION","quote_3_odi":"10935079","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK REGAL. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO PUTTER AND HESITATE WHILE ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED RANDOMLY. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2016-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stalling and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11585149","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Regal. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started sputtering","quote_2_odi":"11414614","quote_2_text":"ENGINE HAS A DEFECT THAT CAUSES A PIECE OF THE ENGINE TO BREAK OFF AND END UP IN THE OIL LINES, ENDS UP IN OIL PAN. THIS DEFECT CAUSES THE ENGINE TO FREEZE AND OWNER MUST REPLACE THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11405282","quote_3_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE AFTER COMING TO A STOP OR SLOWING DOWN STUMBLING/STUTTERING OCCURRED ALONG WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON AND THE STABILITRAK/ TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2016-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight condensation and dimming","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11589503","quote_1_text":"It’s still in well cared for mint condition, except for the driver side headlight. Condensation appeared and has been getting worse, dealership says the only option is buying another complete headlight assembly for $1200.00","quote_2_odi":"11504363","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Regal. The contact stated that condensation and moisture was present inside the front headlight assemblies, which caused the headlight illumination to be diminished and created a visibility hazard while driving at night","quote_3_odi":"11436396","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Regal. The contact stated that moisture had entered the vehicle's headlight module which caused the headlights to dim while in operation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss or lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11642262","quote_1_text":"My steering failed and started pulling left into traffic. It was hard to keep it in my lane. Had to have it towed by AAA","quote_2_odi":"11460383","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Regal. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized while turning the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11266895","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING RANDOMLY FAILS WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAPPENED WHILE TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE, ON RESIDENTIAL STREET AND THE EXPRESSWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2016-transmission-gear-failure","label":"Transmission shifting and gear-engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11162135","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY IN TEXAS, AND WAS IN THE PROCESS OF CHANGING LANES TO THE LEFT AND ACCELERATING WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11122934","quote_2_text":"I WAS ENTERING A CITY STREET FROM A SHOPPING MALL. AS I FOUND A SMALL BREAK IN THE TRAFFIC I PULLED OUT AND ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11302298","quote_3_text":"SHIFT TO PARK IS DISPLAYED ON THE DASHBOARD EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS IN PARK. DASH LIGHTS AND ACCESSORIES REMAIN ON UNTIL YOU \"JIGGLE\" THE SHIFTER IN AND OUT OF PARK SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"buick-regal-2016-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended or automatic braking events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11464402","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway at 75 mph with my kids in the car and the vacuum pump for the brakes went out which caused my brake pedal to seize up and car brakes would not work while in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11015791","quote_2_text":"CAR APPLIED BRAKES SUDDENLY AND FULLY 4-5 TIMES DURING 200 MILE TRIP ON I-5 FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ON AT FREEWAY SPEEDS (65-70MPH)","quote_3_odi":"11449512","quote_3_text":"When using adaptive cruise control, this vehicle will allow you to get close to the vehicle in front of you and aggressively apply brakes which throws you forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2017-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure causes loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11485472","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed. This happened twice in 14 months. Vacuum Pump had to be replaced both times. The first time it happened it was sitting in a parking lot and we just started to pull out. The second time we were on a 4 lane highway in the fast lane and had to pull the car over","quote_2_odi":"11467933","quote_2_text":"Three years in a row starting in 2020, the vacuum pump has gone out causing the brakes to malfunction (NO BRAKES). In 2020, I was coming off the freeway when the brakes went out. In 2021, the brakes went out on my daughter. June 2022, brakes out while grandson was driving. No","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2017,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Regal","model_slug":"regal","cluster_id":"regal-2017-headlight-moisture-condensation","label":"Headlight housing moisture and condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11383487","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A CPO 2017 BUICK REGAL SPORTS TOURING EDITION ON 11/13/2020. ON 12/12/2020 I TOOK IT TO GET WASHED AT A HAND CARWASH AS I DO WITH ALL MY VEHICLES. I HAD TO WAIT FOR MY REAL LICENSE PLATE TO ARRIVE AS THE PAPER/TEMP ONE WOULD HAVE BEEN RUINED. AFTER THE CAR WAS","quote_2_odi":"11465563","quote_2_text":"HID HEADLIGHTS MOISTURE ACCUMULATION INSIDE HOUSING MANUFACTURING DEFECT CAUSE IS EITHER A CRACK IN HEADLIGHT HOUSING OR SEAL COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO BULBS AND/OR BALLAST/WIRING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/buick/regal","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"verano-2012-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11002824","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A DEER AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK, SHOULDER, AND UPPER BACK THAT REQUIRED","quote_2_odi":"10693676","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE STRUCK A POLE, SPUN AROUND, AND SUSTAINED DAMAGES ON BOTH SIDES","quote_3_odi":"11064234","quote_3_text":"HIT BLACK ICE ON 2 LANE HIGHWAY, RATE OF SPEED ABOUT 40 MPH. CAR IMPACTED CONCRETE BARRIERS CAUSING THE FRONT END TO BE DEMOLISHED AS WELL AS BOTH FRONT TIRES TO BE TURNED UPWARD. FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"verano-2012-airbag-warning-indicator","label":"Airbag warning indicator illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11583410","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag indicator goes on and off with person in passenger seat. We first noticed this Summer 2023. It has gotten worse. Now a passenger can shift weight slightly one way or another and cause the indicator status to change which disables the airbag","quote_2_odi":"11360523","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT GOES OFF WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING. DOES THIS WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED. THIS MAKES AIR BAG LIGHT IN THE INFORMATION CENTER OF DASH COME ON OR TURN OFF","quote_3_odi":"11205820","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND THE DASH BOARD IS SHOWING THE WORD CHECK AIR BAGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"verano-2012-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11191152","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 BUICK VERANO HAS STALLED OUT AND DIED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND WHEN ACCELERATING FROM STOPS. MY VERANO HAS 64,000 MILES AND IS WELL KEPT AND MAINTENANCED BUT CONTINUES TO STALL OVER AND OVER","quote_2_odi":"10871044","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK VERANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED","quote_3_odi":"10465310","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK VERANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"verano-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11518026","quote_1_text":"Oil Consumption- Burning through 2 qts of oil every 2000 miles. No warning lights coming on. Last oil change my car had no oil in it","quote_2_odi":"11485476","quote_2_text":"My car started burning an excessive amount of oil this caused my car to die with no engine warning while driving. My mechanic found it to be completely out of oil. The car only has 67000 miles on it and now I have to constantly put oil in the car","quote_3_odi":"11268783","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING IN THE CITY THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED AND THERE WAS A SMELL OF BURNING OIL. I NOTICED DARK OIL ON THE PAVEMENT. I WAS GOOD ABOUT CHANGING MY OIL PER MANUFACTURER RECOMMENDATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2012,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"verano-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11035936","quote_1_text":"ON 10/11/2017 I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN AND MY CAR STEERING WHEEL LOCKED ON ME AND MY POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON I TOOK IT IN ON 10/12/17 TO MY LOCAL BUICK DEALER SERVICE BUT LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN 10/13/17","quote_2_odi":"10758705","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, WITHOUT ANY TYPE OF WARNING INDICATOR , MY STEERING WHEEL FELL OFF. I MANAGE TO REATTACH IT AND MANEUVER OUT OF TRAFFIC TO SAFETY. ONCE I MADE IT TO SAFETY THE STEERING WHEEL AGAIN FAIL COMPLETELY OFF","quote_3_odi":"10628013","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH OVER RUMBLE STRIPS, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11613214","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is consuming oil at an excessive rate (with still less than 70000 miles on the odometer) and I have had to keep a close watch on the levels. It is burning a quart right now about every 1400 miles and the problem is only likely to get worse with time","quote_2_odi":"11528178","quote_2_text":"My Buick Verano keeps running out of oil despite consistent oil changes. It ran out of oil, 3000 miles before my next oil change was due. There are many reports online of other owners of the same vehicle having the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11519487","quote_3_text":"The PCV orifice that is located inside the intake manifold is known to clog due to a manufacture defect, which then produces high pressure inside the crankcase. The pressure then forces high amounts of oil through the valve cover orifice into the intake breather box","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-gear-shifter-failure","label":"Gear shifter failure preventing shift into park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11481816","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Buick Verano. The contact stated while driving at 25-30 MPH, the shift lock release button mounted on the gear shifter fractured and she was unable to shift into park (P)","quote_2_odi":"11031558","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK VERANO. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE FROM THE PARK POSITION, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED. AFTER VARIOUS ATTEMPTS, THE GEAR WAS EVENTUALLY ABLE TO SHIFT INTO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11010689","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK VERANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHIFTING INTO PARK, THE VEHICLE WOULD ALERT THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT IN THE PARK POSITION. THE CORRECT GEAR POSITION WAS NOT DISPLAYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering loss and steering wheel lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11491979","quote_1_text":"Power steering an steering wheel locks, Once this happens the car becomes a safety hazard, first time it happened two children were in the car and seconds from an accident on the freeway","quote_2_odi":"10668635","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING THROUGH A CONSTRUCTION ZONE WHEN MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. IT SURPRISED ME AND CAUSED ME PANIC SOMEWHAT. THE LANE WAS VERY NARROW AND STARTED TO TURN, BUT MY STEERING WHEEL DID NOT RESPOND THE WAY IT SHOULD","quote_3_odi":"10568068","quote_3_text":"AFTER APPROX 30 MINS OF DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, STEERING \"BINDS\" CAUSES DRIVER TO USE EXTRA FORCE TO TURN THE WHEEL, THEN STEERING FREES UP. THIS CAUSES AN OVER-STEER SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-service-airbag-light","label":"Service airbag light and passenger presence sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11756459","quote_1_text":"My service airbag light continues to come on when driving. I was told there was a recall on the airbags a few years ago, but my VIN number was not included in that recall. I purchased this car from Carmax in 2018","quote_2_odi":"11442533","quote_2_text":"Airbag system failure and warning constantly on the vehicle. GM knows of the issue but will not offer a recall, instead only an expired special coverage adjustment. The part involved is the passenger present sensor (PPS)module","quote_3_odi":"11172568","quote_3_text":"GM BULLETIN 23520 WAS ISSUED ON 05/10/2016 STATING THAT SOME 2013-2016 BUICK VERANO'S MAY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH THE PASSENGER PRESENCE MODULE SYSTEM. ACCORDING TO THE BULLETIN, THE ISSUE WAS CAUSED BY A MANUFACTURING PROBLEM DURING ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-sudden-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11476919","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Buick Verano. The contact stated that while driving at 60-65 MPH, the vehicle lost all power with no warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle after a minute","quote_2_odi":"10994444","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE, TRAVELING 45MPH IN TRAFFIC STREAM ON HIGHWAY, SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER, INCLUDING ENGINE, RADIO, AC FAN, AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS. AFTER COASTING TO ROADSIDE, STILL MOVING, RADIO, AC FAN AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS SUDDENLY SELF RESTORED","quote_3_odi":"10604725","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK VERANO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH AND MAKING A TURN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2013-tire-sidewall-blowout","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11744776","quote_1_text":"the passenger front sidewall of the tire has a bubble. The tire is a Goodyear LS-2 235/45R18 is the model. I felt very unsafe do drive on a defected tire. The tire dealer told me it was not a defect and i would have to replace the tire at full cost","quote_2_odi":"10938633","quote_2_text":"JUST RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2013 BUICK VERANO WITH LESS THAN 15,000 MILES ON IT. I'VE ALREADY HAD TO REPLACE TWO TIRES BEFORE HITTING MY TWO WEEK MARK. EACH TIME I WAS DRIVING 30MPH AND UNDER EACH TIME A BLOW OUT OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"10552047","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 BUICK VERANO EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL PROCONTACT TIRES, SIZE: 235/45/R18. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE BEGAN LOOSING AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-airbag-warning-light-fault","label":"Passenger airbag warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11646565","quote_1_text":"Passenger air bag system shuts off with passenger in vehicle. Message displays to service air bag system. It doesn't always shut off. It's very random when it will shut off or be working","quote_2_odi":"11296655","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG OFTEN DISPLAYS 'OFF' WHEN PASSENGER IS PRESENT AND SOMETIMES DISPLAYS 'ON' WITH SEAT BELT WARNING DISPLAYED WITH NO PASSENGER PRESENT. THIS OCCURS WITH VEHICLE IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11073150","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES ON AND OFF ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, BOTH IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. IT STARTED DOING THIS FOR NO PARTICULAR REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-blind-spot-module-corrosion","label":"Blind spot detection module failure from water corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11511012","quote_1_text":"Blind spot warning began displaying at startup. Turn signal bell and dash illuminators failed intermittently while driving. A Google search revealed the location of blind spot radar module. Inspected right rear module (located in bumper) and found corrosion","quote_2_odi":"11323653","quote_2_text":"SIDE DETECTION MODULES KEEP BURNING OUT MAKING MY VEHICLE UNDRIVABLE. LOCATION OF MODULE IS UNDER REAR BUMPER AND IS NOT PROTECTED BY THE ELEMENTS. IN SNOWY WET WEATHER, CAUSES FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11197331","quote_3_text":"THE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM HAS FAILED SO I NO LONGER HAVE MIRROR BLIND SPOT PROTECTION. THE PROBLEM IS ALSO CAUSING PROBLEMS WITH THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake pedal sinking or complete brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10823208","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2014 BUICK VERANO. I PURCHASED THIS CAR IN MAY 2015. I NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH IT'S BREAKING SYSTEM ON 1/20/2016. I WAS SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT, APPLYING THE BRAKES WITH MODERATE PRESSURE","quote_2_odi":"11246504","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT TRAVELED FOR 60 MILES WITH NO BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"11128722","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 BUICK VERANO. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A GRINDING NOISE WAS PRESENT WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-electrical-stall-steering-loss","label":"Stalling with power steering loss during electrical faults","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11505977","quote_1_text":"The power steering indicator will show up and shut the car off while driving. You will be unable to stop your car","quote_2_odi":"11318282","quote_2_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS MY CARS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WILL RANDOMLY FADE IN AND OUT AND SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS MOST EVIDENT IN THE POWER STEERING, RADIO CONTROLS AND AIR CONDITIONING","quote_3_odi":"11698064","quote_3_text":"I would be driving then radio would blink off and the steering would lose power but the car does not shut off. Radio will come back on and then able to steer again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from PCV valve issue","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11524474","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Buick Verano, that I have owned for several years now, is consuming oil at an alarming rate. The problem is that the manufacturer put a PCV valve into the engines intake manifold that gets clogged and produces too much pressure","quote_2_odi":"11635016","quote_2_text":"Newly purchased delivery of 2014 Buick Verano. from Auto Deal Makers in Chantilly, Va. Not even 5 miles driven, car was hesitant at 20mph, felt like it was going to stall out at 40mph, my left upper lip started tingling","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-gear-shifter-failure","label":"Gear shifter lever or button breaking during use","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11418463","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Buick Verano. The contact stated while shifting the gear shifter into park, the gear shifter button fractured and detached in her hand. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and remained at the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11132197","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO MY DESTINATION. THE SILVER LEVER THAT YOU PUSH IN TO SHIFT THE GEARS COMPLETELY FELL OUT IN MY HAND AND THE PIECE THAT HOUSES THE SPRING FOR THE LEVER. I COULD NOT PUT THE CAR IN PARK OR CUT THE CAR OFF","quote_3_odi":"11080618","quote_3_text":"THE SHIFT CHANGER HAS A COMPONENT INSIDE THAT CRACKED AND COMPLETELY FELL OFF . NOW INDUCING THE VEHICLE TO HAVE A SAFETY DEFECT DUE TO NOT COMPLETELY GOING INTO PARKING POSITION AND A MESSAGE DISPLAYING SHIFT TO PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-push-button-start-shutoff","label":"Accidental shutoff from push-button start/stop switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10606705","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, I INADVERTENTLY LIGHTLY BRUSHED ACROSS THE ENGINE START STOP BUTTON WHILE REACHING TO TOUCH SOMETHING ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"10577648","quote_2_text":"THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAINT. MY WIFE FORGOT TO PRESS THE STOP ENGINE BUTTON AGAIN BECAUSE OF A DISTRACTION. AS A RESULT SHE BURNED A QUARTER TANK OF GAS WHILE SHE WAS GONE FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10548936","quote_3_text":"WITH THE NEW PUSH BUTTON START-STOP THERE IS NO SAFETY SHUT OFF. MY WIFE BECAME DISTRACTED AND FORGOT TO PRESS THE BUTTON AND LOCKED THE CAR. WHEN SHE RETURNED FROM HER EVENT THE CAR WAS STILL RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2014,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2014-tire-sidewall-blowout","label":"Continental tire sidewall bubble or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11084683","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS CONTINENTAL TIRES ON IT . THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE HAS A BIG BUBBLE ON THE SIDEWALL. IF YOU RESEARCH THIS PROBLEM YOU WILL SEE CONTINENTAL TIRES HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THEIR SIDE WALLS","quote_2_odi":"10743892","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAD 16000 MI., BLEW A HOLE 1\"X2\" OUT OF THE INSIDE OF THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE GOING ABOUT 45 MPH, SLIGHTLY RAN OFF OF PAVING ON TO GRAVEL, BLEW WHEN GOT BACK ON ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10671623","quote_3_text":"HAD CONTINENTAL TIRE BLOW OUT ON REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF 2014 BUICK VERANO WITH 1,096 MILES. I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH IN THE CITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11654234","quote_1_text":"My passenger airbag warning lights appears on the dash several times a day stating “Airbag safety issue detected”. This has been going on for several months now","quote_2_odi":"11474517","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick Verano. The contact stated that the driver’s and passenger’s side air bag warning lights were illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the cause of the failure might be related to","quote_3_odi":"11485888","quote_3_text":"Advanced diagnostics alerts whether someone is sitting in the passenger seat or not. Sensor alerts constantly while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-clear-coat-damage","label":"Clear coat degradation on painted panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11245026","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE'S PAINT IS DAMAGED. UNDER NORMAL SUN EXPOSURE, THIS VEHICLE HAS EXTREME HAIRLINE SCRATCHES THROUGHOUT. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WANT TO BLAME THIS ON ANIMALS. I DO NOT OWN ANIMALS THAT CLIMB ON MY CAR. ON HOOD, ROOF, AND TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11537029","quote_2_text":"Took my car in due to the paint being damaged by normal sunlight just on my hood, roof and trunk lid was told that it looked like it was just scratched, if that was the case wouldn't my whole car looked like that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11413380","quote_1_text":"THE CAR CONSTANTLY HAS THE SAME ERROR STATING THAT THE AC IS OFF DUE TO HIGH ENGINE TEMPS. EVEN WHEN FIRST STARTED IN THE MORNINGS. LAST WEEK I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR SHOWED AN ERROR STATING THAT THE STABLITRAK NEEDED SERVICED","quote_2_odi":"11139850","quote_2_text":"CERTAIN SYSTEMS OF MY CAR WHILE I AM DRIVING WILL SHUT DOWN. FOR EXAMPLE I WILL BE TAKING A TURN AND THE POWER STEERING WILL GO OUT. OTHER THINGS THAT SEEM TO SHUT DOWN EITHER AT THE SAME TIME OR SEPARATELY ARE THE RADIO/ SCREEN, THE CRUISE CONTROL, BLINKER, ECT","quote_3_odi":"10715341","quote_3_text":"WAS PASSING OTHER VEHICLES AND THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT RESTART LOST STEERING AND DECELERATING AT A HIGH RATE, TRUCKS ALLOWED ME TO GET OFF TO THE SHOULDER AND CAR REMAINED NON STARTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-gearshift-failure","label":"Gear shift lever and release switch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11479748","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Buick Verano. The contact stated when she attempted to shift the gear into reverse however the lever would not shift. Once the contact was able to shift the lever, it felt lose","quote_2_odi":"11299164","quote_2_text":"GEAR SHIFT RELEASE SWITCH KNOB BROKEN : CAUSING NOT GOING INTO PARK OR IN PARK POSITION BUT ENGINE WON'T TURN OFF DUE TO NOT BEING IN PARK. THERE ARE NOT REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11278739","quote_3_text":"GEAR SHIFT RELEASE SWITCH COVER BROKEN CAUSES CAR TO 1)NOT GO INTO PARK MODE 2)GOES INTO PHYSICAL PARK MODE BUT IGNITION SWITCH IS LOCKED AND DOES NOT RELEASE KEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-side-detection-corrosion","label":"Side detection system sensor failure from corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11321743","quote_1_text":"BLIND SPOT DETECTION SENSORS BECOME CORRODED DUE TO BEING EXPOSED TO THE ENVIRONMENT. THIS IS A FAULTY DESIGN AND AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR. GM REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROBLEM EVEN THOUGH THE SYSTEM CAN FAIL AT ANYTIME WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11308720","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2015 BUICK VERANO CONVENIENCE WITH ONLY 28,000 MILES. ABOUT A MONTH AGO I NOTICED THE RIGHT SIDE DETECTION INDICATOR ON THE MIRROR ACTING SPORADIC. COMING ON WHEN THERE WAS NO VEHICLE IN MY BLIND SPOT, AND NOT COMING ON AS IT SHOULD","quote_3_odi":"11318979","quote_3_text":"CHEVY CRUZE SERVICE SIDE DETECTION MODULE WAS RECALLED. BUICK VERANO USES THE SAME PART. MY BUICK SHOWED SERVICE SIDE DETECTION. THE DESIGN ALLOWS WATER AND SALT TO INTERFERE WITH THE PERFORMANCE. IT SHUT DOWN MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10937588","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY, SLOWED DOWN TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP ON ME. I COULD NOT TURN AT ALL. I WAS IN A LANE OF TRAFFIC AT THE TIME BUT FORTUNATELY ON A PRIVATE STREET","quote_2_odi":"10852193","quote_2_text":"STEERING FEELS LIKE IT WANTS TO LOCK UP ON LONG TRIPS. I TRADED IN A 2012 VERANO FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. DEALERSHIP TOOK OVER A MONTH TO GET PARTS, SO I TRADED IT IN","quote_3_odi":"11406917","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK VERANO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE KEY COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED. NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2015,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2015-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11204968","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 BUICK VERANO. WHILE PARKING AT A RESTAURANT, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE LUNGED MORE THAN FIVE FEET ACROSS TWO CONCRETE CURBS AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_2_odi":"10888370","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN SHE SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO DRIVE, SHE REMOVED HER FOOT FROM THE BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF WITHOUT HER APPLYING THE ACCELERATOR. SHE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKE, BUT IT FAILED TO SLOW OR STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10939206","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING ON EXPRESSWAY GOING 65 WHEN CAR TOTALLY TURNED OFF OR STALLED. IT SCARED THE HELL OUT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"11269516","quote_2_text":"THE INTAKE CAM SOLENOID VALUE FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING. NO LIGHT CAME ON TO WARN ME. THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND ALMOST COMPLETELY STOP","quote_3_odi":"11653419","quote_3_text":"Engine is known for bad piston rings and a poor emission ventilation system causing extreme engine pressure, blowback, and oil consumption. Engine stalled due to NO oil in it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-fuel-level-sensor","label":"Fuel level sensor inaccurate reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11460200","quote_1_text":"Fuel level sensor failure. I haven't checked but I don't think a regular dealer would inspect for free because it's inside of the gas tank","quote_2_odi":"11487645","quote_2_text":"Fuel Sending Unit. Yes. Loss of power and control of vehicle due to no fuel","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-headlight-visibility","label":"Low-beam headlight visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10871213","quote_1_text":"AS SOON AS I BOUGHT THIS NEW CAR I WAS DRIVING IT AT NIGHT WITH MY DIM HEAD LIGHTS ON AND I COULD NOT SEE VERY FAR AHEAD OF ME UNLESS I PUT MY BRIGHT LIGHTS ON, SO THIS NEEDS TO BE FIXED OR AN ACCIDENT CAN OCCUR VERY EASILY !!!!","quote_2_odi":"10875028","quote_2_text":"THE 1ST TIME I DROVE THIS CAR AT THE VISIBILITY RANGE OF LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WAS HORRIBLE","quote_3_odi":"11121850","quote_3_text":"HEAD LIGHTS ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH AND POSE A VERY SIGNIFICANT DANGER. DEALER SAYS THAT IT IS STANDARD.I HAVE COMPLAINED ON 2 WARRANTY SERVICE VISITS INCLUDING TODAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag presence sensor false alerts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10971512","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER AS WELL AS THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER LOSES THE BENEFIT OF THE AIRBAGS IN THE FRONT SEAT AND THE AIRBAG STATUS INDICATOR LIGHTS. NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN MY CRASH IN WHICH THE CAR WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER INJURED","quote_2_odi":"11570464","quote_2_text":"There are 18 complaints about the passenger airbag sensor that should have been reported as a recall","quote_3_odi":"11609743","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Buick Verano. The contact stated while starting the vehicle and driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's side seat sensor failed to detect a passenger in the seat. The “Air Bag Off” and “Service Air Bag” messages were displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-side-detection-corrosion","label":"Side detection system electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11265804","quote_1_text":"SIDE SENSORS HAVE BECOME DISABLED","quote_2_odi":"11416069","quote_2_text":"THE BLIND SPOT DETECTORS STOPPED WORKING AND A WARNING ON THE DASH APPEARED SAYING \"SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM\"","quote_3_odi":"11582612","quote_3_text":"The side detection system got corroded as it was exposed to water. My airbags, turn signals, speedometer, cameras, blind spot warnings, etc. went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-tire-failure","label":"Tire tread wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10939563","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN KENWOOD IN CINCINNATI PULLED INTO GO TO STARBUCKS BARELY HIT THE CURB AND MY CONTINENTAL TIRE BLEW","quote_2_odi":"11321402","quote_2_text":"THAT WERE INSTALLED ON ORIGINALLY... ON THE CONTINENTAL WEBSITE, THERE ARE CUSTOMER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THESE TIRES WEARING OUT TOO FAST AND BUBBLING UP ON SIDES OF TIRES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and TCM failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11022677","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 80 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTED SO HARD THAT THE VEHICLE JOLTED AND CAUSED THE FRONT PASSENGER TO STRIKE THE DASHBOARD","quote_2_odi":"11677381","quote_2_text":"After consulting with a certified technician, I’ve learned this model uses the same 6-speed transmission (6T40) found in several GM vehicles, and that it’s widely known to fail prematurely—many as early as 100K–117K miles","quote_3_odi":"11727752","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway there was a random harsh jerk on my car, and I was immediately unable to maintain safe speeds driving nearly causing a serious crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2016,"make":"Buick","make_slug":"buick","model":"Verano","model_slug":"verano","cluster_id":"buick-verano-2016-windshield-obstruction","label":"Windshield tint and structure obstructing view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10916244","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2016 BUICK VERANO ON JULY 23, 2016. THAT EVENING WHILE VISITING FRIENDS, MY WIFE AND I LEFT AFTER IT BECAME DARK","quote_2_odi":"10919087","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK VERANO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, PART OF THE SUBFRAME CONNECTED TO THE WINDSHIELD OBSTRUCTED THE CONTACT'S VISION","quote_3_odi":"10983447","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 BUICK VERANO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH AT NIGHT WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED THE CONTACT'S VIEW WAS OBSTRUCTED BY THE UPPER LAYER FACTORY TINT ON THE FRONT WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/buick/verano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/buick"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10909950","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC ATS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CADILLAC USER EXPERIENCE (CUE) SYSTEM FAILED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11115815","quote_2_text":"THE CUE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM IS STARTING TO FAIL. SEVERAL SELECTIONS I.E. \"MEDIA\" AND \"SCAN\" ARE NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11350915","quote_3_text":"MY CUE SCREEN HAS COMPLETELY SPIDERWEBBED AND IS NO LONGER FUNCTIONING. I CAN BARELY SEE MY BACK UP CAM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-engine-stall-deceleration","label":"Engine stall while decelerating to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11265940","quote_1_text":"SEVERAL TIMES WHEN SLOWING DOWN OR COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN THE VEHICLE SHUDDERS AND SHUT OFF HAVE TO RESTART IT I'VE ALMOST BEEN HIT A FEW TIMES THE MAJOR PROBLEM I'D LIKE TO HAVE A LOW IDLE OR SOMETHING I DON'T UNDERSTAND","quote_2_odi":"10560416","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS COMING TO A STOP OR SLOWING DOWN WITH THE CAR IN EITHER NEUTRAL OR THE CLUTCH PRESSED ALL THE WAY DOWN, THE VEHICLE WILL STALL. THE STALL IS NOT ABRUPT BUT VERY SUBTLE","quote_3_odi":"10554791","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE IS A 6-SPEED MANUAL...TWICE NOW IN THE LAST MONTH IT HAS STALLED AT A COMPLETE STOP EVEN THE CLUTCH IS FULLY DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-headlight-leveling-fault","label":"Adaptive headlight auto-leveling malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11547616","quote_1_text":"Adaptive forward lighting malfunctions. Lights point upward sometimes while driving and will not change. It blinds on coming vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11173191","quote_2_text":"AUTO-LEVELING HID HEADLIGHTS, ONE OR BOTH DO NOT PROPERLY AIM WHEN CAR IS STARTED AND HEADLAMP GOES THRU ITS SELF-CHECK. APPROX. 50% OF THE TIME A HEADLAMP WILL INITIALIZE AND AIM UP TOWARD THE SKY","quote_3_odi":"11402710","quote_3_text":"ON STARTUP THE HEADLIGHTS AUTO LEVEL. ISSUE ARISES WHEN HEADLIGHTS DO NOT PROPERLY LEVEL AND ARE LEFT AT UNSAFE POSITIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11634096","quote_1_text":"I had a total loss of steering about two weeks ago, scariest thing ever in my 50 years of driving. A local automotive shop inspected the car and found one steering motor bolt missing and two broken/sheared laying in their casting holes","quote_2_odi":"10594034","quote_2_text":"I TURNED THE CAR OFF IN MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I STARTED IT THE POWER STEERING DIDN'T WORK","quote_3_odi":"10733567","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC ATS. WHILE THE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE POWER STEERING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND PREVENTED THE DRIVER FROM TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-rear-differential-leak","label":"Rear differential fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11222825","quote_1_text":"IMPROPER REAR DIFFERENTIAL RING GEAR WELD. THERE IS A GAP THAT IS NOT PROPERLY SEALED ON REAR DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING THAT CAUSES FLUIDS TO LEAK","quote_2_odi":"11469601","quote_2_text":"I was making a left turn and I heard a loud popping noise. I pulled the vehicle into a parking lot","quote_3_odi":"11398266","quote_3_text":"ON THE MULTIPOINT INSPECTION,IT WAS NOTED THAT THERE IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS LEAKING WHICH CAN CAUSE THE TIRES TO SEIZE WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2013-transmission-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission shift cable detachment","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112946","quote_1_text":"RELATED TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V338000. ON THE AFTERNOON OF JUNE 16, 2018, MY 2013 CADILLAC ATS STUCK IN NEUTRAL","quote_2_odi":"11538026","quote_2_text":"Second time shifter cable failed. Thankfully I was in park and not driving. I had it replaced in 2021 and now 2023 it did the same thing","quote_3_odi":"11265929","quote_3_text":"I PULLED OVER 2 SEE WHAT A NOISE WAS PUT IT IN PARK THANK GOD I DID BECAUSE WHEN I TRY TO PUT IT BACK IN GEAR IT WOULD NOT GO INTO ANY GEARS BUT THE SHIFTER REMOVE IT JUST WASN'T CONNECTED IF I WOULD HAVE BEEN IN GEAR I CAN ONLY IMAGINE WHAT WOULD HAVE HAPPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated without repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11609233","quote_1_text":"My airbag system light has been on now for over two years. My exact vehicle the prior year and after has had a recalled and mine has been missed","quote_2_odi":"11553825","quote_2_text":"My airbag is defective and other vin numbers on my make and model and year were recalled and mine hasn’t and doesn’t work. Light still remains on","quote_3_odi":"11306140","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON,AND CONTINUES TO REMAIN AS SUCH.VEHICLE SERVICE LIGHT TEST WAS COMPLETED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and unresponsiveness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11414428","quote_1_text":"STARTED MY CAR ONE DAY AND THE CUE SCREEN WAS BLACK AND UNRESPONSIVE. I DO NOT HAVE ANY FEATURES NEEDED TO FEEL SAFE IN MY CAR (BACK UP SCREEN, RADIO, BLUETOOTH, NAVIGATION, AIR CONDITIONING, TEMPERATURE CONTROL, ETC.)","quote_2_odi":"11324459","quote_2_text":"MY CADILLAC ATS CUE SCREEN OR TOUCH SCREEN HAS CRACKED FOR THE SECOND TIME","quote_3_odi":"11182720","quote_3_text":"THE CUE INFORTAINMENT SYSTEM IS FAULTY. BESIDES CONTROLLING THE RADIO FUNCTIONS, IT CONTROLS THE BLUETOOTH AND AC SETTINGS. THE SCREEN FREEZES ALL THE TIME AND BLUETOOTH IS DROPPING OR PAUSING THE CALLS CREATING SAFETY HAZARDS WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-engine-stall-low-speed","label":"Engine stall and shutdown at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10569412","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT ABOUT 15 TO 20 MILES AN HOUR THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. THERE WAS A TOTAL SHUT DOWN OF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11321517","quote_2_text":"54,189 MILES ON CAR CURRENTLY. SINCE JUNE OF 2019 MY CAR/ENGINE WILL COMPLETELY SHUT OFF AT A RED LIGHT, OR A COMING TO A STOP SIGN (BASICALLY COMPLETELY STOPPED OR COMING TO A STOP). ITS EVEN SHUT OFF WHILE IN REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"10701615","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING, WITH OUT ANY ALERT. IT HAS STALLED ON THREE DIFFERENT DATES SINCE I LEASED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-power-steering-fault","label":"Power steering fault and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11627586","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the \"Power Steering Fault Drive with Care\" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11486645","quote_2_text":"Power Steering locks up when trying to turn under 20 mph. Have found other safety recalls through GM for the same issue on the 2014 ATS and have contacted a dealer but they have stated it is not for my VIN #","quote_3_odi":"10816191","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENT ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILURES. FAILURES SEEM TO OCCUR MOST OFTEN WHEN THE CAR IS COLD AND BACKING OUT OF DRIVE WAY OR PARKING SPACES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-rear-differential-leak","label":"Rear differential and axle seal leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759033","quote_1_text":"In August 2026, at approximately 99,639 miles, my 2014 Cadillac ATS was taken to an authorized Cadillac dealership for service. During the inspection, the dealership discovered and diagnosed a leaking right rear axle shaft seal","quote_2_odi":"11588572","quote_2_text":"After routine maintenance (oil change) at Cadillac of Knoxville on 5/7/2024, I was notified that my rear differential was leaking","quote_3_odi":"11132975","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC ATS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND HEARD GRINDING NOISES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-shift-cable-park-failure","label":"Shift cable detachment and Park engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11757509","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Cadillac ATS experienced a transmission shift cable/linkage failure. After driving normally, I pulled into my garage and moved the shifter to Park. The physical shifter was in Park, but the instrument cluster continued to indicate Drive (D)","quote_2_odi":"11268263","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED IN PARKING SPOT/LOT OF HEB. STARTED ENGINE AND GEAR SHIFT LEVER WAS SHIFTING W/OUT PRESSING THE BRAKE WHILE REMAINING IN PARK. THE CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. CALLED TOW TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11123113","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC ATS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE CONTACT'S MOTHER OPENED THE DRIVER'S DOOR AND THE VEHICLE CAME OUT OF GEAR AND ROLLED BACKWARDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2014-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11480249","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac ATS equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: DriveGuard Plus, Tire Size: 225/40/R18, Dot Number: EJ17CMM0922","quote_2_odi":"11152012","quote_2_text":"CADILLAC ATS 2014 - WHEELS/TIRE RIMS - I PURCHASED THE CAR IN 2014 WITH MICHELIN RUN-FLAT LOW PROFILE TIRES. AS OF TODAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2018, I HAVE REPLACED 22 TIRES, DUE TO THE TIRE ITSELF SEPARATING FROM THE TIRE RIM","quote_3_odi":"10747979","quote_3_text":"I DISCOVERED WHILE MY CAR WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE THAT THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE HAD A PROTRUDING SIDEWALL NEXT TO THE RIM, WITH ABOUT A 4-INCH SPLIT AND EXPOSED STEEL BELT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2015-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11584055","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle hesitated to respond as needed. The brake assist warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11344289","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC ATS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES BECAME INOPERABLE AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE ASSIST AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11156889","quote_3_text":"STARTED VEHICLE AND WENT IN RESERVE. THEIR WAS NO RESPONSE FROM THE BRAKES AS I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE REARWARD. I HAD TO APPLY HARD PRESSURE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2015-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and unresponsiveness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11594208","quote_1_text":"The CUE SYSTEM not totally working, and panel plastic is all spider web looking. I view this as a very bad problem( it won’t go to settings), no radio, can’t set the clock Not sure on all the problems as I can’t get to it to find out","quote_2_odi":"11529854","quote_2_text":"The cue system screen has become unresponsive due to separation of the glue the system is pretty much the heart of the car everything electrical is controlled thre that screen along with the back up camera","quote_3_odi":"11326051","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE CUE SCREEN CRACKING. I HAD THE SCREEN REPLACED IN 2017 AND NOW THE SCREEN IS CRACKED.*DT CONSUMER STATED THERE IS A LAWSUIT AGAINST GM FOR USING PLASTIC SCREENS FROM 2012 CADILLAC MODELS WHEN IT WAS MANUFACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2015-headlight-illumination-failure","label":"Headlight illumination failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11549600","quote_1_text":"I received a warning message : Right low beam light failure. I took the car to the deal and was quoted a price of $900.00 to replace the light","quote_2_odi":"11281991","quote_2_text":"BOTH HID HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME AFTER LESS THAN 1000 HOURS OF USE. THEY WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10944422","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE ILLUMINATION UNDER ALL DRIVING CONDITIONS. I AM A RETIRED AIRLINE PILOT WITH 20-20 VISION. THE CITY I LIVE IN DOES NOT HAVE SIDEWALKS AND I HAVE HAD SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS WITH STREET WALKERS THAT CAN BE EASILY SEEN BY OTHER MAKES AND MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11496103","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving 30-40 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality","quote_2_odi":"11446114","quote_2_text":"The contact’s son owns a 2015 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that while his son was exiting his driveway, the vehicle lost power steering assist with the power steering warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11165776","quote_3_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE WHEN I HEARD A NOISE AND REALIZED THAT I COULD NOT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2015-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential noise and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11519173","quote_1_text":"My rear differential completely stopped on the freeway, not moving and saying over 100 mph and my car was barely rolling I am extremely lucky that I did not get rear ended because I was very close to that happening, a few cars had swerved to not crash","quote_2_odi":"11418215","quote_2_text":"At 38,000 miles, rear differential leak discovered. Dealership repaired leak. At 42,000 dear differential leak discovered. Prognosis: rear differential failure. Dealership replaced rear differential, shocks","quote_3_odi":"11331114","quote_3_text":"REAR END IS MAKING HOWLING SOUND. THE SOUND STARTED IN LATE DECEMBER OF 2019. SINCE THEN I HAVE ONLY DROVE THE CAR TO THE REPAIR FACILITY THIS WEEK. CERTIFIED REPAIR FACILITY IS STATING MY DIFFERENTIAL IS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11638325","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that the message \"Service Air Bag\" was displayed, and the passenger's side seat belt warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the…","quote_2_odi":"11004850","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CADILLAC ATS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT PLACED A MOBILE PHONE ON THE PASSENGER SEAT AND THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-cracked-wheels","label":"Cracked alloy wheels","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11310130","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT A USED 2016 ATS WITH 14,000 MILES. WITHIN 2 YEARS, WE HAVE HAD 4 CRACKED CADILLAC WHEELS. WE ALSO HAVE RUN FLAT TIRES, FACTORY INSTALLED. DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS, POT HOLES AND SEAMS IN ASPHALT SEEM TO BE WHAT CAUSED OF CRACKED RIMS…","quote_2_odi":"11281720","quote_2_text":"ALL 4 RIMS ARE CRACKING AND CAUSING AIR TO LEAK FROM THE TIRES. CANNON CADILLAC IN LAKELAND FL., HAS STATED THESE RIMS ARE A FACTORY DEFECT, BUT HAVE DENIED THE CLAIM TO REPLACE ALL THE RIMS WITH AN ACTIVE 2 YEAR WARRANTY STILL IN EFFECT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE infotainment touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11348530","quote_1_text":"THE RADIO SCREEN IS CRACKING FROM THE INSIDE OF THE SCREEN I'M GETTING A SPIDERWEB EFFECT THAT IS NOT ALLOWING ME TO SEE THE SCREEN. CAN'T SEE THE SPEED OF MY AC FAN BECASUE I CAN'T SEE THE SCREEN, CAN'T CHANGE TO BLUETOOTH BECAUSE I CAN'T SEE THE SCREEN…","quote_2_odi":"11132982","quote_2_text":"THE TOUCH SCREEN DOES NOT WORK. IT MOVES BY ITSELF AND EVEN WHEN WE SELECT AN OPTION IT DOES NOT RECOGNIZE IT. IT IS A SCARY AS WE CANNOT RECEIVE PHONE CALLS AND IT IS A CONSTANT DISTRACTION WHERE THE WHOLE MENU IS NOT WORKING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11372540","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS AN ISSUE WITH LOSS OF POWER STEERING. IT HAS HAPPENED AND RETURNED BUT IT GONE OUT TOTALLY NOW AND I BELIEVE IT SHOULD BE PART OF THE CADILLAC POWER STEERING RECALL, BUT MY VIN IS NOT LISTED AS VEHICLE THAT IS AFFECTED.","quote_2_odi":"11553393","quote_2_text":"Reporting a case for GM recall N182161890. I bought my vehicle in 2022. I was informed that my car had all the recalls completed on that vehicle. My vehicle had exactly what this recall was for happen to it on 10/20/23…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-rear-defogger-overheat","label":"Rear defogger overheating and back glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11511593","quote_1_text":"My back glass on my 2016 Cadillac ATS shattered on 3-10-2023. It looks like it got hot from the defroster lines as it shattered every inch of the back glass and separated from the seals. I contacted Cadillac and they started Case #9-9552142107…","quote_2_odi":"11744660","quote_2_text":"NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V558000 Rear Defogger Coil Antenna Module may Overheat If the coil antenna generates excessive heat, not sure what is happening but car does seem to overheat off and on especially when radio is turned on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11735357","quote_1_text":"On 3rd differential in 2 years. Dealer won’t fix without us paying ANOTHER $4,700. There is NO way a differential goes 3 times in 2 years. Something is wrong. Help!!","quote_2_odi":"11701363","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Cadillac ATS Coupe has a serious repeating safety defect. The vehicle violently shakes, vibrates, and becomes unstable while driving. This happened TWICE. Both times the rear bolts came out except one. Both mechanics who inspected it said they have NEVER seen this before…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11310482","quote_1_text":"AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 25 AND 35 MPH THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS TO SUCH AN EXTENT THAT THE ENTIRE CAR IS VIBRATING. ENGINE RPM IS BETWEEN 1000 AND 1500. RESPONSE IS UNPREDICTABLE. THE CAR MAY SPEED UP OR ATTEMPT TO STALL. VERY DANGEROUS ENTERING HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC SITUATIONS…","quote_2_odi":"11142383","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SLOWLY OR IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS VERY ROUGH BETWEEN THE LOWER GEARS ON UPSHIFTS AND DOWNSHIFTS AND WILL HOLD A GEAR HANGING WHILE TRYING TO BRAKE OR ACCELERATE AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RAPIDLY LUNGE FORWARD…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2017-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal stiffness and failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11464773","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH and attempting to stop the vehicle, the brake pedal was very stiff and hard to depress causing the braking distance to be extended","quote_2_odi":"11064482","quote_2_text":"UPON BRAKING CAR SHAKES AND MAKES A LOUD NOISE BUT EVENTUALY STOPS. ABOUT 8 DAYS LATER WHILE PARKING THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE RESULTING IN A COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2017-cue-screen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11547225","quote_1_text":"The Cadillac CUE Infotainment system has failed for the second time. Device was replaced 2 years ago","quote_2_odi":"11377074","quote_2_text":"THE CUE ON MY CADILLAC 2018 ATS JUST STOP WORKING , I SEARCHED ONLINE AND FOUND OUT MILLIONS ,OF CADILLAC OWNERS CUE HAS STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11256917","quote_3_text":"THE FUEL LEVEL GAUGE DROPS TO E. THE TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY DOES NOT WORK AT TIMES YOU HAVE TO TURN OFF THE CAR TO GET IT TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11220920","quote_1_text":"MY POWER STEERING STOPS WORKING SEVERAL TIMES A DAY AT LEAST 4-5 DAYS A WEEK. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS, AS I CAN NOT TURN THE VEHICLE WITHOUT USING ALL OF MY UPPER BODY STRENGTH","quote_2_odi":"11733798","quote_2_text":"Driving home message came up on the dash, saying, power steering problem. Next thing you know, it was extremely hard to turn the wheel left or right","quote_3_odi":"11192031","quote_3_text":"ON 3/17/2019 I RECEIVED NOTIFICATION STATING A RECALL FOR LOSS OF POWER STEERING. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP, AND THEY CONCLUDED THAT THERE WAS NO REMEDY AVAILABLE. I CONTACTED GM AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NO REMEDY AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME, AND THAT THIS WAS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"cadillac-ats-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11242834","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS ON LIGHT ACCELERATION (WORST AT AROUND 50 MPH) GENERAL ACCELERATION FEELS SIMILAR TO AN ENGINE MISFIRE WITH INTERMITTENT DROPS IN POWER. SOME TIMES TRANSMISSION CAN SHIFT HARD AND HAVE A BANG, JARRING FEELING","quote_2_odi":"11435637","quote_2_text":"Transmission causes car to shudder or shake/vibrate at lower speeds and lower rpm (auto shifting) It's been like this since it was purchased","quote_3_odi":"11740000","quote_3_text":"Transmission fluid temperature sensor in the 8 speed automatic 8L90 transmission from GM is a known issue. Causes vehicle to shift/jerk erratically especially in stop and go traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-air-bag-system-fault","label":"Air bag system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11528452","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated that while the front passenger’s side seat was occupied, the air bag (SRS) restraint system warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11456480","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was involved in a accident all front damage and airbags didn’t deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-cue-screen-cracking","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11596850","quote_1_text":"The car was parked outside at around 85 degrees. After entering the vehicle and driving with the AC on for a few minutes the CUE screen started to crack on the inside like a spider web","quote_2_odi":"11576315","quote_2_text":"Hi, the cue screen is cracked which makes it no longer handsfree","quote_3_odi":"11325962","quote_3_text":"THE SCREEN IS STARTING TO SPIDER CRACK UNDERNEATH THE GLASS. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN MY DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11592545","quote_1_text":"While driving started to smell gas. On same day, car stalled at an intersection in a downtown area. I could not start car","quote_2_odi":"11592545","quote_2_text":"Auto shop I took to said the fuel pump came loose somehow and caused the fuel lines to break causing the fuel leak","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-power-steering-cutout","label":"Power steering cutout while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11671972","quote_1_text":"My vehicle recently started experiencing an issue where the power steering would randomly cut out while I was driving","quote_2_odi":"11637598","quote_2_text":"The power steering will randomly stop working while driving! We have had it in the shop 3 times and they can't find anything!","quote_3_odi":"11343094","quote_3_text":"NO POWER STEERING CLUSTER WARNING SAYS SERVICE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-rear-differential-noise","label":"Rear differential noise and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11672691","quote_1_text":"This put me at risk of potentially locking up while driving","quote_2_odi":"11557178","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal growling sound coming from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11515451","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac ATS. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"ATS","model_slug":"ats","cluster_id":"ats-2018-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11528735","quote_1_text":"Unexpected shutter of vehicle, loss of power, unpredictable forward motion, erratic movement, delayed acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11504832","quote_2_text":"The transmission fluid is wrong fluid by manufacturer and driving at regular speed all of a sudden it starts shuddering and loses power or slows down at freeway speeds or any local roads","quote_3_odi":"11467229","quote_3_text":"Transmission shudder noticed between 42 to 48 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/ats","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2020-camera-display-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue screen and display loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11541139","quote_1_text":"In reverse infotainment display instead of showing backup cameras, shows a blue screen with a camera error msg. Has occurred since vehicle was new","quote_2_odi":"11532759","quote_2_text":"Cameras not displaying. Backup or surround. Instead, we get a blue screen with message \"service camera system). This has happened every other day or so since purchased new in March 2020","quote_3_odi":"11428695","quote_3_text":"Driver speedometer screen disappears and will be gone for hours or a trip. Restarting car does not fix. Center console screen that shows camera information disappears and you have no camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2020-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Electronic door handle and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11712001","quote_1_text":"The electronic exterior door handle on my CT5 has failed and raises a concern of what if there was an accident and nobody was able to open the door if I was unconscious","quote_2_odi":"11732916","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side and the front driver's side door latches failed to unlock from the outside. In addition, the front passenger's side door latch failed to unlatch from the inside","quote_3_odi":"11737209","quote_3_text":"The rear passenger driver side outside door handle stopped working about 3 days ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2020-driver-assist-warnings","label":"Driver assist and StabiliTrak warning messages","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11330364","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE DISPLAYED SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST WARNING WHICH TRIGGERED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. SERVICE BULLETIN ISSUED N202294740 TO UPDATE SOFTWARE. SOFTWARE UPDATED AND ON WAY HOME SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST WARNING CAME BACK ON. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11359880","quote_2_text":"SINCE THEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN AT THE DEALERSHIP 5 TIMES FOR THE SAME SERVICE DRIVER ASSIST AND FORWARD COLLISION SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11560832","quote_3_text":"In September I had Service Traction control/StabiliTrack lights come on and the car losses of engine power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2020-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission valve body and shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11740017","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2020 Cadillac CT5 at highway speeds, the vehicle suffered a sudden and dangerous total loss of motive power. The transmission completely failed without warning, creating an immediate, severe safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11694212","quote_2_text":"For no apparent reason my vehicle is shifting itself into Neutral while driving. The car will suddenly completely slow down to a stop and in order to restart the car, I have to put it in park","quote_3_odi":"11665068","quote_3_text":"The recall was for a potential transmission control valve issue where some vehicles may be susceptible to excess wear over time, resulting in gradual loss of pressure within the valve that can cause harsh shifting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08-29 → 2025-07-26","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11676354","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Cadillac CT5 was stationary at a red light behind a red truck when a black truck traveling in the opposite direction struck the truck head-on. The red truck was pushed backward into the front of my CT5 with enough force to cause major front-end damage. Despite this, no…","quote_2_odi":"11430956","quote_2_text":"There was no indication that the Automatic Braking System, Air Bags and Seatbelts were not working properly.  In August 12, 2021, I was in an auto accident where I rear-ended another dodge car.  The air bags did not deploy and Onstar was not notified","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2021-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, WHEELS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-02-12 → 2026-02-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11717706","quote_1_text":"While driving on a very busy highway going downhill when suddenly the vehicle started feeling abnormal like it was going to turn off automatically, heard an abnormal grinding noise coming from the engine the vehicle dropped speed drastically  and the check engine light turned on","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2021-exterior-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior door handle switch failure preventing entry","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-12-28 → 2026-08-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680213","quote_1_text":"The exterior door handle latch release switch fails to open the door.  This issue happened to all 4 exterior doors.  The problem starts with intermittently, then progresses to complete failure. Once it fails, the entire door handle needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11748689","quote_2_text":"All 4 of my door handles suddenly stopped working and they will start working from time to time. Most of the time it’s 3-4 days where i cant open my door’s from the outside. I have looked into this and have found that MANY other CT5 users have had the same experience","quote_3_odi":"11738510","quote_3_text":"Then in March of this year, both rear doors completely failed. Neither rear door will open from the inside or the outside, and they are still that way today. We took the vehicle back to the dealer, and they performed a software update and sent us a service video","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2021-powertrain-shudder-shift","label":"Powertrain shudder and transmission shift fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01-15 → 2025-08-19","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11681668","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 42 MPH – 66 MPH, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and shuddered while shifting gears. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11636164","quote_2_text":"Service transmission message showed up on dash. Dealer stated after performance test found P17A5 code for shift control. The dealer stated that the gear shift assembly needed to be replaced and if not, that the car could get stuck in gear which I feel is a safety risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT5","model_slug":"ct5","cluster_id":"ct5-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-07-26 → 2024-07-26","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11604820","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 72 MPH, there was a loud noise inside the cabin. The contact became aware that the sunroof had shattered without impact. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/ct5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CT6","model_slug":"ct6","cluster_id":"ct6-2017-8-speed-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"8-speed transmission harsh shift and lurch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11031458","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION LURCHES AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR IN COAST CONDITIONS; DURING TURNS AND IN INTERSECTIONS","quote_2_odi":"11246532","quote_2_text":"HARD SHIFTS IN LOW SPEEDS, INTENSE VIBRATION , SHUDDER THROUGHOUT DRIVING SPEED. CADILLAC DEALER SAID IT IS TORGUE CONVERTER ISSUE, CAR TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE FLUID EXCHANGED FOR $800","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/ct6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-driveline-vibration","label":"Driveline vibration at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2009-01 → 2009-04","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10258451","quote_1_text":"STARTING AT 700 MILES VEHICLE STARTED SHUDDERING BETWEEN 40-75 M.P.H","quote_2_odi":"10266317","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING A 2009 CADILLAC CTS THE CAR GENERATES A DRONE, BOOM AND VIBRATION","quote_3_odi":"10256232","quote_3_text":"VIBRATION IN DRIVETRAIN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 45 AND 55 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump elbow leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11165273","quote_1_text":"FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY LEAKS FROM THE PLASTIC \"PVC\" 90 DEGREE ELBOW LOCATED ON THE TOP OF THE FUEL PUMP","quote_2_odi":"11544862","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump is leaking gas on top of the fuel tank","quote_3_odi":"10781172","quote_3_text":"STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE WAS COMING FROM THE CAR WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-stabilitrak-failure","label":"Stabilitrak/ABS malfunction with loss of steering assist","component_code":"STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11581265","quote_1_text":"Severe and sudden malfunction of the ABS/Stabilitrak system at 45MPH causing loss of directional control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10871320","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING SUDDENLY I LOST POWER STEERING, ABS,POWER BRAKES, STABILITY CONTROL, TRACTION CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10664873","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING CAR JUMPS OUT OF GEAR CAUSING RAPID DECELERATION, LOSS OF TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL, POWER STEERING, AND BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-timing-chain-wear","label":"Premature timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11461072","quote_1_text":"My 2009 CTS has 67k miles; however, on 02/24/2022 it was serviced at Les Stanford Cadillac for \"Timing Chain Failure\" which cost me $3,371,27","quote_2_odi":"11121623","quote_2_text":"MY 2009 CADILLAC CTS SHOWED A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. TOOK TO A MECHANIC WHO PULLED CODES P0008, P0017, P0018 WHICH ARE ALL RELATED TO TIMING CHAIN FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10727054","quote_3_text":"SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 93203 MILES. OBD CODE P0008 TIMING CHAIN PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10899085","quote_1_text":"AT 101,000 MILES MY 2009 CADILLAC CTS AWD STARTING TO \"THUMP\" WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE OR VICE VERSA","quote_2_odi":"10717261","quote_2_text":"THE SPLINE ON THE TRANSMISSION STRIPPED OUT BECAUSE OF RUST AND I BELIEVE POOR WORKMANSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10825400","quote_3_text":"ALL OF A SUDDEN THE VEHICLE STOPS AND WON'T MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2009-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2009-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10311743","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AND CRASHED INTO A GUARD RAIL WITHOUT THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYING","quote_2_odi":"10340986","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, SHIFTED INTO THE DRIVE POSITION WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL ENGAGED WHEN IT ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO TWO POLES","quote_3_odi":"10289628","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11289844","quote_1_text":"ON 12-2-19 AT 730AM EASTERN TIME, I WAS INVOLVED IN A 55 MPH SIDE IMPACT CRASH TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BY A SEMI TRUCK ON INTERSTATE 475 NORTH IN TOLEDO, OHIO, MILE MARKER 10, NEAR HOLLAND, OHIO. NO SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"10881263","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 TO 30 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A POST. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11039819","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-airbag-sensor-warning-light","label":"Passenger air bag sensor and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11556532","quote_1_text":"My air bag light is on. I brought it to the dealer for repair. The dealer told me the airbag is unfixable due to the fact that the \"Passenger seat presence sensor is broken and no longer manufactured\"","quote_2_odi":"10875548","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE PASSENGER PRESENCE SENSING MODULE MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUSED THE \"SERVICE AIR BAG\" LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-engine-stall-without-warning","label":"Engine stall without warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10691920","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10432519","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLED OR TRIED TO STALL IN TRAFFIC WHILE IN MOTION AT APPROXIMATE SPEEDS OF 25-35 MPH APPROXIMATELY 10 TIMES OVER A DISTANCE OF APPROXIMATELY 6-8 MILES. WAS TOWED TO DEALER","quote_3_odi":"10583019","quote_3_text":"DUE TO THE RECENT GM PROBLEMS WITH IGNITION SWITCH I WANTED TO FILE THIS COMPLAINT ON MY 2011 CADILLAC CTS AS I AM NOT HEARING MY CAR MENTIONED FOR RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-headlight-dimming-condensation","label":"Headlight dimming and condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11129174","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS DIMMING OVER TIME. CAR IS BARELY DRIVABLE AT NIGHT. DEALER SAYS I NEED TO REPLACE HEADLIGHTS AND WIRING HARNESS. STATED THAT WIRING HARNESS WAS LIKELY MELTED","quote_2_odi":"11139127","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED THIS CAR BRAND NEW IN 2012 FROM CAMARGO CADILLAC IN CINCINNATI,OHIO VECHILE HAS 41,000 MILES AND WELL TAKEN CARE,IN 2015 NOTICED HEADLIGHT ON PASSENGER SIDE HAVING A LOT OF CONDENSATION","quote_3_odi":"11073878","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-rear-differential-driveshaft","label":"Rear differential and drive shaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10373523","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2011 CADILLAC CTS COUPE. IT CONTINUOUSLY MAKES A GROANING SOUND WHICH APPEARS TO BE COMING FROM THE REAR PART OF THE DRIVE TRAIN. THE DEALER CHANGED THE DIFFERENTIAL FLUID TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM REMAINS","quote_2_odi":"11118828","quote_2_text":"MY CTS-V CURRENTLY HAS 56,000 MILES AND VERY WELL CARED FOR. MY PROBLEM STARTED AT 25,XXX MILES WITH A REAR SEAL LEAK, IT WAS REPLACED BY DEALER AND 9 MONTHS LATER STARTED LEAKING AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11462739","quote_3_text":"Under previous GM Safety Recall Bulletin 14233, loss of grease from the center constant velocity (CV) joint over time results in vibrations of the propeller shaft that are transferred to the roll over sensor located on the floor above it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2011-water-intrusion-cabin-wiring","label":"Water intrusion into cabin and wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11617805","quote_1_text":"Water leaking in car like raining in car. The car radio and air conditioner panel wouldn’t turn off . It was draining batter after car would be turned off. Then after that water continues to leak","quote_2_odi":"11617576","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a water leak. The contact noticed that the front driver's side seat, door arm rest and floor were significantly wet after rainfall","quote_3_odi":"10672085","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WATER WAS LEAKING INTO THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE REAR WINDOW. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 30,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-airbag-inoperable","label":"Air bag system inoperable warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11635385","quote_1_text":"\"service air bag\" light is illuminated. Deal states the replacement part is out of production. Apparently, this is a relative common problem with this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11470406","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for servicing, he was informed that the front passenger's side air bag had failed","quote_3_odi":"11460145","quote_3_text":"Recaro seat sensor failure, causing passenger air bag system inoperable for the passenger side, it appears this a very common problem, the dealer states that they have replaced a lot of these in the past, but GM no longer has any available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal and brake line failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10947692","quote_1_text":"HEARD A GRINDING NOISE WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED, IMMEDIATELY TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, WAS TOLD BRAKES WERE COMPLETELY GONE, METAL ON METAL","quote_2_odi":"10726607","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10638166","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LINE FRACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-driveshaft-bolt-failure","label":"Driveshaft bolt failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11228628","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL SOUND UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11142901","quote_2_text":"BOLTS BACKED OUT OF DRIVE SHAFT","quote_3_odi":"11092729","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE REAR DRIVESHAFT AND THE SUPPORT BEARING CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight condensation and dim illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11205045","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2012 CADILLAC CTS IN JANUARY, 2012. THE CAR HAS BEEN GARAGE KEPT SINCE NEW AND HAS ONLY 27,000 MILES. BOTH HEADLAMPS RECENTLY BEGAN ACCUMULATING HEAVY CONDENSATION CAUSING VERY DIM LIGHTING AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11110608","quote_2_text":"MY STATION WAGON IS A 2012 THAT I BOUGHT NEW IN AUG 2013. IN ABOUT A YEAR I NOTICED CONDENSATION ON THE INSIDE OF THE SEALED LED HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"11254777","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS MOISTURE IN THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch recall stall and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10691138","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V394000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE RECALL REMEDY WAS NOT EFFECTIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS THE ISSUE, NOT THE KEY FOB OR KEY RING","quote_2_odi":"10568709","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ELECTRICAL POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE FAILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED ONTO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10712837","quote_3_text":"ATTEMPTED TO TURN ONTO MAJOR ROAD AND CAR STOPPED RUNNING LEAVING CAR 3 QUARTERS OF THE WAY INTO RIGHT LANE. HAS HAPPENED 5 PREVIOUS TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-subframe-crack","label":"Front subframe crack at lower control arm","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11710859","quote_1_text":"Front subframe crack around lower control arm bushing area. Common problem that’s going to end up killing someone when it completely separates","quote_2_odi":"11491862","quote_2_text":"The Sub frame has a crack where it connects with the control arm I posted a picture in the forum group for Cadillac owners of the same vehicle and over 20 owners I’ve counted have the same crack in the same location it has unfortunately failed for some members already","quote_3_odi":"10860646","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE AND LOWER CONTROL ARM DETACHED COMPLETELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10949693","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"10947541","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10670039","quote_3_text":"FRONT SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED AND SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2012-traction-control-disable","label":"Traction control and AWD deactivation warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11521525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and the AWD inadvertently deactivated, causing the vehicle to lose motive power","quote_2_odi":"11439097","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control and ABS warning lights illuminated. The contact stated the traction control was off","quote_3_odi":"10458437","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY CAR THROUGH A CAR WASH AND AFTERWARDS, THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM INDICATED A FAILURE ON THE DASH WARNING LIGHT. AT THE SAME TIME THE ENGINE LOST SIGNIFICANT POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment and service light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632917","quote_1_text":"I noticed that on the dash a message that service is needed on one of the airbags. I then scheduled appointment to have the problem corrected","quote_2_odi":"11415011","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DEER WHICH CAUSED AN AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT MESSAGE; THE AIR BAGS WERE NOT DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10561336","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 15 MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO HER REAR. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. ADDITIONALLY, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-brake-response","label":"Brake response delay and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11154620","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS NO BREAKS WHEN FIRST STARTED IT TAKES ABOUT 30 SECONDS AFTER START FOR BREAKS TO WORK THIS HAPPENS AFTER CAR IS PARKED OVERNIGHT ALL THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"10504050","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION; VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY AFTER PLACED IN REVERSE WITHOUT STEPPING ON ACCELERATOR; BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE; VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO NEIGHBOR'S TRUCK WHICH WAS PARKED ACROSS THE STREET","quote_3_odi":"11089627","quote_3_text":"BRAKES ON MY CTS 2013 CADILLAC , ON MARCH 29, I MADE A TURN TO PARK MY CAR FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE STREET MAMARONECK AVENUE IN WHITE PLAINS TO THE LEFT THERE WERE NO PARKING SPACES ON THE RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-headlight-water","label":"Headlight assembly water intrusion and fogging","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11327442","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT WAS NOT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10822183","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2013 CTS CADILLAC AND THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES FOG UP ON THE INSIDE OF THE ASSEMBLY. THIS HAPPENS WHEN IT RAINS OR IS WET DEALER REPLACED THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES BUT THESE ARE WORST THAN THE ORIGINALS","quote_3_odi":"11096964","quote_3_text":"WAS STOPPED BY THE POLICE BECAUSE MY LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS AND 3RD BRAKE LIGHT WEREN'T WORKING. I CHECKED ONLINE CADILLAC FORUMS AND DISCOVERED A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS BREAKING WHERE IT BENDS NEXT TO THE PASSENGER TRUNK HINGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-ignition-stall","label":"Ignition switch recall and unexpected engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10637331","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY CADILLAC CTS 2013 REGARDING A DEFECTIVE IGNITION SYSTEM, GM'S REMEDY FOR THIS POTENTIALLY DEADLY DEFECT IS TWO SMALL RINGS TO ADD TO THE KEY RING","quote_2_odi":"11645666","quote_2_text":"driving to work on very busy highway. The engine light and Service Battery charging system came on, then went to battery saver almost instantly. Radio cut off, heat cutt off and the Car cut off in the middle of the highway before I could safely get over","quote_3_odi":"10643834","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-steering-column","label":"Steering column defect causing veer or clunking noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11269500","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE STEERING WHEEL HAS TWO BOLTS THAT HOLD THE UP DOWN BRACKET ON THE STEERING WHEEL. ONE BOLT FELL OUT AND THE OTHER ONE WAS LOOSE","quote_2_odi":"10502504","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VEER TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING AN ABNORMAL CLUNKING SOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER","quote_3_odi":"10683742","quote_3_text":"AT 27K MILES OUR 2013 CTS PREMIUM MODEL DEVELOPED A UNIQUE NATURAL CHARACTERISTIC, THE FRONT WHEELS BIND WHEN TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-subframe-bearing","label":"Subframe crack and wheel bearing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11579082","quote_1_text":"Found a crack along the tab of my subframe along the rear control arm pocket. Searching for solutions and repairs, I found several hundred people who broke the tab while driving on CTSVowners, ctsvforum and various Facebook groups","quote_2_odi":"11057480","quote_2_text":"FRONT HUB BEARINGS DAMAGED AT 77,000 MILE AND AGAIN AT 129,000 MILES. CADILLAC FORUM HAS MULTIPLE PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME COMPLAINT","quote_3_odi":"10959125","quote_3_text":"TWO WHEEL BEARINGS HAD TO BE REPLACED, ONE IN DEC 2016 AND THE OTHER IN FEB 2017. CAR HAS ONLY 42,000 MILES. IS THERE A SERVICE MEMO ABOUT THIS?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2013-transmission-leak","label":"Transmission fluid leak and shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11584526","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that the transmission fluid was leaking, and the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"10494477","quote_2_text":"EXTREME LOSE STEERING, WAY TO LOSE CANT FEEL THE ROAD, ALSO THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT SHIFTING RIGHT IT HAS A DELAY THEN SHIFTS VERY HARD. THE CAR IS VERY HARD TO DRIVE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10914894","quote_3_text":"SOLENOID THAT COMMUNICATES WITH THE TRANSMISSION AND THE COMPUTER. (THIS WAS CAUSING THE THE STABILITY TRAC TO KICK ON AND SOMETIMES SHUT THE CAR OFF WHILE DRIVING OR SITTING STILL TURNING)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-cue-screen-cracking","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11151461","quote_1_text":"THE TOUCHSCREEN OF THE CUE SYSTEM DOESN'T WORK","quote_2_odi":"11330868","quote_2_text":"CADILLAC CUE SCREEN CRACKING, CREATING A SPIDER WEB APPEARANCE ON THE SCREEN. CAR WAS STATIONARY IN DRIVE WAY ALL DAY AND NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11359805","quote_3_text":"THE CUE INFOTAINMENT SCREEN CRACKED/WEBBED WHILE MY CAR WAS PARKED IN MY JOBS PARKING LOT. THIS CAUSED ALL FEATURES USING THE SCREEN INCLUDING HANDSFEE FOR CALLS INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-diff-recall-parts-delay","label":"Rear differential recall parts backorder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11339058","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V038000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11306898","quote_2_text":"I HAVE NEVER BEEN NOTIFIED THAT THIS CAR HAS A RECALL WITH THE DIFFERENTIAL. NOT FROM THE DEALER NOR GM. I HAVE READ THAT CARS HAVE LOCKED UP AT HIGH SPEED RESULTING IN NEAR CRASHES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11222331","quote_1_text":"MY STEERING RACK AND PUMP WENT AT ONLY 26,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10885483","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10749325","quote_3_text":"TURNED CAR ON AFTER PARKING AT A LOT. REVERSED TO EXIT AND THEN SUDDENLY, A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON STATING \"POWER STEERING. DRIVE CAREFULLY\". POWER STEERING WENT OFF ENTIRELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and axle failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11051546","quote_1_text":"COMPLETE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ASSY FAILURE, AT MY EXPENSE OF 4590.00 GM DID KICK IN 2500.00 BUT EVEN WITH THE REPAIR THERE IS NO FIX FOR THE REPLACEMENT THAT IS CURRENTLY BEING FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11496370","quote_2_text":"2014 CTS with 53,000 miles. Loud whining noise started in rear of vehicle. Went to the shop and was told that the rear differential is bad","quote_3_odi":"11407387","quote_3_text":"HEARD A WHINING NOISE COMING FROM THE BACK OF MY VEHICLE WHEN STEPPING ON THE ACCELORATOR, TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO GET A INSPECTION AND TURNS OUT THE ROLL PINS IN THE REAR-AXLE DIFFERENTIAL ARE CLOSE TO FRACTURING, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-run-flat-tire-sidewall","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10871094","quote_1_text":"4 TIRES HAVE SPLIT THE SIDE WALL DUE TO IMPACT ON THE ROAD IN THE LAST YEAR, PIRELLI PZERO RUN FLAT P245018, TIRES SEEM DEFECTIVE WITH SIDE WALL SPLITS AFTER MINOR IMPACTS","quote_2_odi":"10956487","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC CTS EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI ZERO RUN FLAT TIRES (NA), SIZE: 235/55ZR17 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRE EXPERIENCED BLISTERS ON THE SIDEWALL","quote_3_odi":"10678808","quote_3_text":"2014 CADDY CTS PIRELLI P7 RUN FLAT 255/35/R19 TIRES TRAVELING SOUTH I95 HEADING BACK TO NY FROM CT. TEMP 37 DEGREES CLEAR SKIES. 55-60 MPH. HIT SLIGHT ROAD IMPERFECTION NOT POT HOLE. RF TIRE BLOWS OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cadillac-cts-2014-shift-cable-failure","label":"Gear shifter cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11670528","quote_1_text":"The gear shifter cable on my 2014 Cadillac CTS failed completely and without warning. The vehicle became totally inoperable and could not be shifted into Park, Neutral, Reverse, or Drive. There were no dashboard alerts or signs of failure","quote_2_odi":"11735366","quote_2_text":"On April 30,2026 I was pulling into a parking space and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park with my foot the brake and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park with my foot the brake and the gear shifter wouldn't go in to park","quote_3_odi":"11430553","quote_3_text":"ON 8/24/2021 APPROX 9:45AM I RETURNED HOME FROM THE MARKET AS I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE (BACKING INTO A PARKING SPACE) ISHIFT MY VEHICLE CONTROL TO THE REAR POSITION AND IT LOCK UP IT WAS STUCK AND WOULD NOT RELEASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-adaptive-cruise-control-crash","label":"Adaptive cruise control fails to disengage","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11139619","quote_1_text":"I HAD ADAPTIVE CRUISE ON, WAS AT A STOP LIGHT, SO ADAPTIVE STOPPED, THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME MOVED BECAUSE THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, SO TO ENGAGE THE CRUISE I GENTLY GAVE IT GAS AND I FELT THE CRUISE KICK SO I MOVED MY FOOT","quote_2_odi":"11072069","quote_2_text":"WENT TO PULL INTO A PARKING SPOT, HIT THE BRAKE, THE CAR SPED UP HITTING ANOTHER PARKED CAR. I HAD A PROBLEM YESTERDAY, PUT CAR IN CRUISE CONTROL(50 MPH) ON THE HIGHWAY, WENT TO BRAKE TO TURN, CRUISE CONTROL WOULD NOT DISCONNECT, HAD TO SHUT THE SYSTEM OFF MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-cue-touchscreen-freeze","label":"CUE touchscreen freeze and unresponsive display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11281360","quote_1_text":"CUE SCREEN BEGINS SHAKING AND TOUCH SCREEN DOES NOT WORK. THIS SCREEN CONTROLS HEATING, AIR CONDITIONING, RADIO, NAVIGATION, PHONE, SETTINGS. I HAD IT REPLACED AT 26,053 MILES WHILE STILL UNDER WARRANTY, AND AT 63,000 MILES, OUT OF WARRANTY, IT IS DOING THE SAME THING","quote_2_odi":"11337848","quote_2_text":"THE CUE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM WAS JUMP AND MOVE AROUND AND WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN TOUCHED","quote_3_odi":"11478635","quote_3_text":"The CUE system is variably unresponsive/frozen. Cannot turn on heat, cannot turn on navigation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-differential-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Rear differential recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11326204","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V038000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11302342","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC CTS. THE CONTACT DISCOVERED A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V038000 (SUSPENSION)","quote_3_odi":"11330831","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS THE SUBJECT OF A SAFETY RECALL ISSUED IN JAN. THE DEALER ORDERED REPAIR PARTS ON MAY 11. NO ANSWER FROM CADILLAC CUSTOMER SERVICE TO INQUIRE ABOUT PARTS AVAILABILITY. WHAT IS CONSIDERED \"REASONABLE TIME\" WHEN ADDRESSING A SAFETY RECALL? *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-fire-after-remote-start","label":"Vehicle fire shortly after remote start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11073303","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED ON A NEIGHBORHOOD ROAD. I USED MY REMOTE START AND WHEN I WALKED OUT THE DOOR WITH MY 14 MONTH OLD SON ONLY 3-4 MINUTES LATER, MY CAR WAS ALREADY ON FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11083710","quote_2_text":"APRIL 4, 2018 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: THIS IS MY RECOLLECTION AT DISCOVERING THAT MY CADILLAC CTS 2015 GOT ON FIRE AT MY FRIENDS HOME IN SHELBY MICHIGAN ON MARCH 25TH, 2018","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-pirelli-tire-premature-wear","label":"Pirelli Pzero tire premature wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11022166","quote_1_text":"SAFETY HAZARD: DEFECTIVE PIRELLI TIRES; PZERO NERO; WITHIN A TIMEFRAME OF ONLY 15K MILES 5 PZERRO NERO TIRES NEEDED REPLACING DUE TO TIRE PULLING AWAY FROM RIM, THEN BULGING AND FINAL SIDEWALL WOULD BLOW OUT","quote_2_odi":"11455710","quote_2_text":"I purchased a Cadillac CTS 3.6, Performance Model, in late 2015 with Pirelli 245/40 R18 Pzero Run Flats as OEM tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential grinding and metal shavings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11507056","quote_1_text":"My rear differential gear is failing on my 2015 Cadillac CTS luxury 2.0T","quote_2_odi":"11444502","quote_2_text":"In about mid November 2021 a grinding noise became noticeable from the rear of my car and quickly became louder","quote_3_odi":"11258171","quote_3_text":"ON AUGUST 5, 2019, I WAS TRAVELLING DOWN A TWO LANE ROAD @ 35-40 MPH AND WITH A LOUD CLUNK FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR, THE REAR WHEELS LOCKED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2015-vacuum-pump-brake-failure","label":"Vacuum pump failure causing brake difficulty","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11497542","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac CTS. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH and attempting to stop, the braking system malfunctioned, and the brake pedal became very difficult to depress","quote_2_odi":"11473795","quote_2_text":"The vacuum pump failed and caused catastrophic engine failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2016-battery-electrical-power-loss","label":"Battery failure and loss of electrical power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11043114","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR AS NEW WITH 6711 MILES. AROUND 12000 MILES THE VEHICLE WOULDN'T START. ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS FROM 6-28-17 TO 8-19-17. THE BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DOWN,NO CELLS, CAN'T BE CHARGED","quote_2_odi":"11385311","quote_2_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, MY VEHICLE LOSES ALL POWER TEMPORARILY. THROTTLE MODULATION DOES NOT INCREASE RPM. AT TIMES THE VEHICLE WILL JERK FORWARD AND BACK AS IF POWER IS BEING PUT DOWN THEN STOPPED ABRUPTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2016-cue-screen-crack-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11430899","quote_1_text":"CUE screen is “cracked”. Can no longer see about 1/2 of back up camera screen. Barely missed backing into my neighbors car","quote_2_odi":"11423114","quote_2_text":"Cracked CUE screen dealership states not covered under warranty and requesting $1700.00 to replace. My 2016 CTS has only 28,500 miles and has always been kept in the garage since I purchased it new in 2016","quote_3_odi":"11611649","quote_3_text":"Center console screen again has stopped working, no access to settings for the car nor any way to correct settings at this point. Many of the settings can be critical to safe driving of the car and have no manual alternative. This is the second screen in 50k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2016-passenger-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11645750","quote_1_text":"The passenger side airbag stays illuminated after the vehicle is started and continues to stay on as the vehicle is driven, never going off. General Motors have not issued a recall on this safety problem with the 2016 Cadillac CTS","quote_2_odi":"11645131","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the passenger's side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side air bag inflator needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2016-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11563267","quote_1_text":"Rear differential failed @ 44,600 miles. Dealer said car was unsafe to drive. Dealer unable to obtain replacement after 30 days. Internet search shows this to be a known issue","quote_2_odi":"11468827","quote_2_text":"The component that failed on my vehicle is the rear differential. My safety was put at risk by my vehicle hesitating on the highway where I lost speed and was almost rear ended","quote_3_odi":"11461848","quote_3_text":"The component that failed was the rear differential. I had to pull over on a grassy area on the merrit parkway which put my safety at risk. The component has been inspected by the dealer. No warning lamps appeared. I heard a whining sound and a grinding noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2016-transmission-harsh-shift-shudder","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11487639","quote_1_text":"Torque converter shudders and jerks abruptly. There’s trouble slowing down at times and it has a difficult time shifting up or shifting down i gears","quote_2_odi":"11424320","quote_2_text":"A known issue. “Clutch slow to fill” is a defect of the 8 speed transmission that causes the vehicle to violently buck and surge at low speeds and is dangerous as it makes it unreliable when driving at low speeds since it can randomly lunge forward dangerously","quote_3_odi":"11373601","quote_3_text":"WHEN I ACCELERATED THE TRANSMISSION FELT LIKE IT GOT STUCK AND CONTINUED TO REV WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND FELT LIKE I WAS NOT MOVING. RPM CONTINUED TO GO UP BUT NO POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-airbag-sensor-false-warning","label":"Passenger seat sensor triggering false airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11648358","quote_1_text":"Passenger sensing device for the passenger seat is failing intermittently. Service airbag light is coming on periodically, and, when it does, the passenger \"Airbag ON\" light fails to illuminate even if a passenger over 100 lbs is in the seat. This is a long","quote_2_odi":"11706260","quote_2_text":"The airbag warning light appeared 45 days ago. I immediately took my 2017 Cadillac to the dealer (Sewell Cadillac of Houston). The vehicle is covered under a Sewell Extended warranty until 2028. The dealer performed troubleshooting and determined that the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-cue-screen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking or becoming unresponsive","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11290335","quote_1_text":"THE CADILLAC CUE COMPUTER SCREEN WHICH CONTROLS THE BLUETOOTH, RADIO & GPS, FROZE IN SEPT 2019. WHILE DRIVING OUT OF STATE OUR BLUETOOTH & GPS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE DEALERSHIP COULDN'T DUPLICATE THE ISSUE. THIS WAS HAPPENING IN DIFFERENT LOCATIONS, A COMPLETE","quote_2_odi":"11470804","quote_2_text":"our 2017 Cadillac CTS-V has all of a sudden a cracked CUE screen. The car is garage kept and only has 14395 miles. It just spontaneously cracked. The dealer that is fixing it is making us pay $125 deductible to get it fixed even though there is a class action","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure or recall","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11193396","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2017 CADILLAC CTS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO HER RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN","quote_2_odi":"11701088","quote_2_text":"The power steering went out on the vehicle. I was not driving at the time. There was a recall on these vehicles pertaining to the EPS module","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11604960","quote_1_text":"The rear differential has failed in my vehicle, and I was told by the dealer it is a safety hazzard & could lock up, leave me stranded or cause an accident. (this is the same safety issue as thousands of other vehicles most from 2014 & 2015 that IS on a","quote_2_odi":"11619823","quote_2_text":"Rear differential failed on a vehicle with 60,000 miles and required a $4,200 repair. The manufacturer warranty covers up to 70,000 miles, but the age of the vehicle voided the warranty. Five Year manufacturer warranty and the vehicle is 7 years old, but","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-transmission-rough-shift","label":"Transmission jerking between 1st and 2nd gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11288587","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS 37250 MILES ON IT. 6 MONTHS AGO, IT STARTED SHIFTING ROUGHLY BETWEEN 1ST AND 2ND GEAR. WE TOOK IT TO WALDORF CADILLAC/GM IN WALDORF, MD. THEY ACKNOWLEDGED IT WAS A KNOWN ISSUE AND WOULD TAKE THE FOLLOWING STEPS: FLUSH THE TRANSMISSION, RE-PROGRAM","quote_2_odi":"11688656","quote_2_text":"I purchased this vehicle is certified preowned Cadillac and during the warranty time I had a transmission issue that was causing the transmission to jerk when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and at highway speeds, it would start jerking nonstop. I took it to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"CTS","model_slug":"cts","cluster_id":"cts-2017-wheel-cuts-tire-sidewall","label":"Wheel design cutting tire sidewalls","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11096434","quote_1_text":"4 FLAT TIRES IN WEEKS. DESIGN FLAW WITH THE WHEEL. TIRE SIDEWALL IS CUT BY THE WHEEL WHEN HITTING ROAD IMPERFECTIONS. THEY ARE LOW PROFILE TIRES BUT THEY DO NOT HANDLE BASIC ROAD IMPERFECTIONS. THE WHEEL AND TIRE COMBO RENDERS THE CAR UNRELIABLE FOR","quote_2_odi":"11476878","quote_2_text":"The tire sidewall blew out prematurely. 245 40 r18","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/cts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10577080","quote_1_text":"SUBJECT VEHICLE READ ENDED SUV THAT WAS STOPPED FOR A STOP LIGHT. VEHICLE SUSTAINED EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE AND WAS DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11502415","quote_2_text":"The vehicle \"service Airbag \" warning keeps flashing. Should I keep driving this vehicle, Is my safety and the safety of other drivers at risk?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-brake-failure-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681765","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND","quote_2_odi":"10313457","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING BETWEEN 40-45 MPH COMING TO AN INTERSECTION. TRAFFIC LIGHT WAS RED AND SOME CARS WAITING. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND PUT IT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE APPROACHING THE STOPPED TRAFFIC. I TRIED TO BRAKE BUT THE PEDAL WENT SOFT TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10493342","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO OVERHEAT AND THE LOW ENGINE POWER WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKES AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-electrical-recall-parts-delay","label":"Electrical system recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10677038","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10653037","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10626317","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leaks from undercarriage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11422341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac DTS. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for an oil change and he was informed of an oil pan leak coming from a bolt-on undercarriage causing damage to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11120475","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC DTS. WHETHER THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS OR PARKED, OIL LEAKED FROM THE UNDERCARRIAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A QUART OF OIL HAD TO BE ADDED EVERY TEN MILES","quote_3_odi":"10991355","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC DTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL LEAK IN THE VEHICLE, BUT WAS UNCERTAIN OF ITS ORIGIN AND WHAT PART WAS AFFECTED FROM THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-fuel-pump-relay-fuse-melt","label":"Fuel pump relay and fuse box overheating causing stalls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11677365","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on Stevenson expressway at 55 mph when the fuel pump relay overheated and melted, which burned up the REC (Rear Electrical Electrical Center /fusebox)","quote_2_odi":"11535546","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle shut off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart and was pushed to the side of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"10655193","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ENGINE OFF. UPON STARTUP, ENGINE RAN ROUGH FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN DIED. CAR TOWED TO DEALER. PROBLEM: ENGINE FUSE BOX SHORTED AND MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"DTS","model_slug":"dts","cluster_id":"cadillac-dts-2010-head-restraint-seat-design","label":"Head restraint position and rear seat belt fit","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2010-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10375870","quote_1_text":"HEAD RESTRAINT CANNOT BE ADJUSTED, WHICH CAUSES A DRIVING HAZARD. POSITIONED TOO CLOSE TO MY HEAD WHEN I SIT UP STRAIGHT, THE HEAD RESTRAINT CAUSES MY HEAD TO POINT TOWARD MY LAP","quote_2_odi":"10364752","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEAD REST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS VERY UNCOMFORTABLE. THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO ADJUST THE HEAD REST, WHICH WAS TILTED FORWARD WHICH MADE SITTING ALL THE WAY BACK IN THE SEAT IMPOSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10347691","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HIS WIFE ADJUSTED THE SEAT FOR DRIVING, THE HEAD REST FORCED HER HEAD DOWN. THE CONSUMER STATED ALL THAT NEEDED TO BE DONE, WAS TO HAVE THE TWO HEAD REST SUPPORTS BENT DOWN BACKWARDS A LITTLE TO SOLVE THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/dts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2010-electrical-stall-while-driving","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11560641","quote_1_text":"My son was driving home from work down Highway 288 in Houston and the car just died and did not start. The door locks were going up and down like it was trying to reset and lock the car. I had it fixed and they said it was the fuel pump was out","quote_2_odi":"10730361","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AT ONCE AND THE DOORS BEGAN LOCKING AND UNLOCKING. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE BATTERY CABLES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10724475","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM BEGINS TO SHUT OFF AND ON, CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO FAIL, DASH BOARD FLUCTUATION, RADIO AND GPS RESET, POWER LOCKS TO OPEN AND CLOSE, ECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2010-engine-internal-failure","label":"Engine lifter, piston, and manifold bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11418274","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated with an abnormal sound","quote_2_odi":"11324215","quote_2_text":"EXHAUST MANIFOLD BOLTS SHRED OFF CAUSING ENGINE MISFIRE","quote_3_odi":"10724842","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHEN DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN ABNORMAL TAPPING SOUND WHICH WOULD BECOME LOUDER AS THE SPEED WAS INCREASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PISTON WAS CRACKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11101710","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11074401","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL HENNESSY CADILLAC AT 3377 SATELLITE BLVD, DULUTH, GA 30096 HAS TOLD ME THAT THEY DON'T HAVE THE PART IN YET TO FIX IT. I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER BACK IN 2016 AND THEY STILL DON'T HAVE IN THE PART?","quote_3_odi":"11044988","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE TWO KIDS AND AM SCARED TO DRIVE MY CAR WITH THIS RECALL. ITS BEEN OVER 2 YEARS SINCE THE FIRST CONTACT WITH GM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2010-tire-wheel-air-loss","label":"Tire tread separation and wheel air loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11530836","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac Escalade equipped with Uniroyal Tires, Tire Line: PAW Touring, Tire Size: 285/45/R22, DOT Number: (Unavailable)","quote_2_odi":"10953825","quote_2_text":"TIRES LOSING AIR DUE TO POOR CHROMING PROCESS, AKA PAINT ON RIMS, FAKE CHROME PAINT IS PEELING OFF ON INSIDE OF RIMS,","quote_3_odi":"10678167","quote_3_text":"TIRES LOSING AIR DUE TO POOR CHROMING PROCESS, AKA PAINT ON RIMS, FAKE CHROME PAINT IS PEELING OFF ON INSIDE OF RIMS, (SINCE GM DOESN'T LIKE TO RUSTCOAT ANY OF THEIR PARTS TO SAVE A COUPLE $) CAUSING TIRES NOT TO SEAL TO RIM, AS WELL VALVE STEM HOLE IS NO LONGER ROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracks without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11429053","quote_1_text":"the top of the dash cover cracked. There was no reason, it just cracked","quote_2_odi":"11039905","quote_2_text":"MY DASH HAS CRACKED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN GARAGED EVERY DAY SINCE I PURCHASED IT NEW IN 2011 AND HAS NOT EVER BEEN MISTREATED. THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A DEFECT IN CRAFTSMANSHIP OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10679330","quote_3_text":"CRACKED DASHBOARD ON 2 OUT OF EVERY 3 GM SUV / TRUCKS. MINE IS ONE OF THEM. IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT IF I WERE INVOLVED IN A CRASH, WOULD MY AIRBAG DEPLOY PROPERLY, WOULD THE DASH SHATTER INTO TINY PIECES AND BE LIKE SHRAPNEL. GM KNOWS THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM WITH MOST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-heated-seat-wiring-melt","label":"Heated seat wiring melts under seat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11048341","quote_1_text":"HEATED SEAT MODULE AND WIRING MELTED. FIRE CONCERNS. MANY VEHICLES AFFECTED","quote_2_odi":"10943695","quote_2_text":"CONNECTOR TO SEAT CONTROL MODULE LOCATED UNDER PASSENGER SEAT SHORTED OUT AND MELTED WITHOUT FUSE INTERRUPTION. MELTED CONNECTOR FOUND WHEN HEATED SEAT FUNCTION STOPPED WORKING. SEVERAL VEHICLE FORUMS AND YOUTUBE VIDEOS DESCRIBE SAME EXPERIENCE AND POTENTIAL \"FIXES\". OTHERS","quote_3_odi":"11456840","quote_3_text":"-Driver seat would not heat or cool. -When troubleshooting, discovered a melted wire and burnt plug. Could have caused fire. Various others online had the exact issue. There should be a recall. -Not reproduced or confirmed by dealer. The damage is visible, not necessary to take","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-power-liftgate-falls","label":"Power rear liftgate falls without warning","component_code":"STRUCTURE, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10397260","quote_1_text":"2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV 26771 POWER REAR CARGO DOOR IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. SON WAS SERIOUSLY HURT AT AIRPORT LUGGAGE CLAIMS WHEN A POWER REAR CARGO DOOR WAS CLOSING CAME DOWN ON HIS HEAD AND FACE WITH OUT WARNING OF ANY KIND THAT THIS DOOR WAS CLOSING. THE DOOR IS SO","quote_2_odi":"10473770","quote_2_text":"THE REAR HATCH WAS OPENED WITH THE AUTOMATIC BUTTON, IT RAISED TO THE OPEN POSITION. AS I WAS PUTTING IN OUR STROLLER THE HATCH FELL AND STRUCK ME IN THE HEAD. I PUSHED THE HATCH UP TO GET FROM UNDERNEATH IT, AND WHEN I LET GO IT FELL WITH NO RESISTANCE. WHILE FALLING SHUT THE","quote_3_odi":"11330182","quote_3_text":"THE REAR LIFT DOOR ACCESS UNLOCKS ON IT'S OWN FREQUENTLY. THE WHOLE REAR DOOR LIFTED OPEN WHILE I WAS DRIVING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11100631","quote_1_text":"I AM TOLD THAT THERE IS A TAKATA AIRBAG ISSUE WITH NO REMEDY. I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE IT REPLACED AS THIS SAFETY RISK COULD CAUSE ME SERIOUS HARM","quote_2_odi":"11066140","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - WHEN CHECKING THE STATUS OF MY RECALL IT SAYS INCOMPLETE REMEDY NOT AVAILABLE. I WANT MY AIRBAGS REPLACED ASAP. HOW DO I DO THAT? WWW.AIRBAGRECALL.COM SITE SAYS THIS ABOUT MY VEHICLE. RECALL STATUS RECALL INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11090269","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY VEHICLE IS LISTED AS HAVING THE TAKATA AIRBAG INSTALLED AND RECALLED - GM RECALL # 2049151 - NHTSA # 16V381. WHEN I CALLED GM THEY SAID THE RECALL WAS ON HOLD AND I COULD NOT GET MY CAR SERVICED UNDER THE RECALL. THESE AIR BAGS HAVE BEEN PROVEN TO BE DEADLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-traction-control-suspension","label":"Traction control light with suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11480393","quote_1_text":"Swaybar mount is ripped from the frame. Only on the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"10865896","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUSPENSION FAILED AND NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"10854789","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE STABILITY TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT FLASHED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS THEN TAKEN TOA DEALER WHERE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure at high mileage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11648933","quote_1_text":"The whole transmission kept jerking and finally went totally out. I only have 189,000","quote_2_odi":"11649775","quote_2_text":"The Transmission , the vehicle came to a sudden stop while driving, confirmed by a mechanic, no it has not been inspected by insurance or others accident was avoided, no warnings lights, transmission began to jump in gear like a lunge forward. Double checked it and it would not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11287105","quote_1_text":"COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE (BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR) WHEN EXITING THE FREEWAY. SIMULTANEOUSLY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIST, SERVICE ABS ON LED SCREEN, AND RED BRAKE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND WARNING CHIMES. NO PREVIOUS WARNING OR INDICATOR LIGHTS SIGNALING A PROBLEM. HAD SERVICED AT","quote_2_odi":"10690319","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, ALL THE WARNING LIGHT IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED AS THE BRAKE PEDAL SANK INTO THE FLOOR BOARD AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking and dash pad lifting","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11377143","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE THREE CRACKS ON OUR DASH BOARD. THE CAR IS GARAGE KEPT AND HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND THE CRACKS KEEP FORMING. WE HAVE HAD THE CAR FIVE YEARS AND EVERY YEAR ANOTHER CRACK FORMS","quote_2_odi":"11123212","quote_2_text":"DASH ON MY ESCALADE HAS CRACKED IN 3 DIFFERENT PLACES AND POSES A HAZARD TO OCCUPANTS. DEALERSHIP SAYS THEY ARE AWARE OF DASH CRACKS IN THAT MODEL AS WELL AS OTHERS BUT GM REFUSES TO RECALL. THIS APPEARS TO BE A MANUFACTURE DEFECT IN MATERIAL USED AND SHOULD BE ADDRESSED ASAP","quote_3_odi":"10489117","quote_3_text":"DASH PAD LIFTING. WAS ADVISED FROM CADILLAC THAT THE DASH PAD LIFTING COULD POSSIBLY BE COMING FROM THE AIR BAG. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-electrical-lockup-flicker","label":"Electrical system malfunction with door lock cycling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11161986","quote_1_text":"DRIVING NORMAL ON A CITY STREET FOR ABOUT ONE HOUR WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE VEHICLE STARTED ACTING STRANGE, THE DOORS LOCKED AND UNLOCKED, THE AC& HTG CAME ON, HTG&FAN FOR THE SEATS CAME ON, CLOCK BLINKED, NAVIGATION SCREEN BLINKED ON AND OFF, THE VEHICLE SOUNDED AS THOUGH IT","quote_2_odi":"10721577","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH THE DASH LIGHTS STARTED BLINKING, RADIO WENT ON AND OFF, DOOR LOCKS LOCKED AND UNLOCKED, REVVED THE ENGINE, COOLED SEATS AUTOMATICALLY CAME ON, ALL DASH LIGHTS CAME ON LIKE VEHICLE DIED(BUT NEVER DIED) THEN WENT BACK TO NORMAL FOR ABOUT 10","quote_3_odi":"10497630","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS A RECURRING LOCKING PROBLEM THAT CANNOT BE DIAGNOSED OR CORRECTED BY THE DEALER. THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY LOCKS OR UNLOCKS WHILE EITHER PARKED OR MOVING CREATING A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN, PARTICULARLY WHEN THE VEHICLE UNLOCKS ITSELF WHILE MOVING. WE HAVE TAKEN THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11327738","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP IN THE ROADWAY AND LOSS POWER STEERING FUNCTIONALITY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11327274","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE HYBRID ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING HAS FAILED.WHILE DRIVING THIS VEHICLE. A SERVICE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT HAS ILLUMINATED IN THE DASH AND THE VEHICLE ALMOST WENT OUT OF CONTROL WHILE I WAS ON A TWO LANE DUAL HIGHWAY. IT APPEARS THAT IT IS A MOTOR","quote_3_odi":"10609340","quote_3_text":"ON THE INDICATED DATE MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING FROM DALLAS, TX TO ANN ARBOR, MI. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING AND WE WERE ON I-44 APPROX. 20 MILES SOUTH OF ROLLA, MO. AT HIGHWAY SPEED WE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN AND REPEATED LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER AND RELATED POWER SYSTEMS. THIS WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11424063","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V051000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the","quote_2_odi":"11414478","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED MALOUF CADILLAC (1975 US-1, NORTH BRUNSWICK TOWNSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11404061","quote_3_text":"EVERY SO OFTEN MY SERVICE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL APPEAR ON THE DASH UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE. I THOUGHT IT COULD HAVE SOMETHING TO DO WITH MOVING THE SEATS BACK AND FORTH AND A WIRE ISSUE. I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR SHORTLY AFTER THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration despite braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681412","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO TWO OTHER VEHICLES. AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE TRAVELED ANOTHER ONE HUNDRED FEET AND THE ENGINE RPMS WENT BACK TO NORMAL. A POLICE REPORT","quote_2_odi":"10503189","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE CONTACT DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2014-airbag-inflator-recall","label":"Frontal airbag inflator recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11461164","quote_1_text":"2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11451177","quote_2_text":"Cadillac sent a notice of the recall. The authorized Chevrolet dealership repair facility and Cadillac told me that they would not accept the risk that the dashboard would not crack in installation of authorized Chevrolet dealership repair facility defective part and that 'I'","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2014-electrical-fire-smoke","label":"Electrical system fire and smoke incidents","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11422572","quote_1_text":"On Saturday June 26, 2021 I open the driver door to the vehicle and the passenger seat caught. on fire and burned a hole in the side of the seat","quote_2_odi":"10703476","quote_2_text":"WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE THERE WAS A LOUD SERIES OF POPPING SOUNDS FOLLOWED BY SOME SMOKE WHICH CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD. THE ENGINE WAS QUICKLY TURNED OFF AND THE SMOKE CLEARED. THE HOOD INSULATION SHOWS A SLIGHTLY DAMAGED/STAINED/HEAT EFFECTED AREA ABOVE THE ALTERNATOR. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2014-electrical-loss-of-power","label":"Electrical system failure causing loss of power","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11591560","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2016 Cadillac Escalade with a6.2L V8 engine on [XXX] near Bristow, Oklahoma at approximately 75 mph, the vehicle suddenly and completely lost power. Without any prior warning or unusual noises, the engine shut down, and I lost power to the dashboard and power","quote_2_odi":"11469335","quote_2_text":"I am having an electrical short that is shutting down everything while I'm driving or stopped, it makes driving it Dangerous and Scary. It looks like the recall from 2014 that describes everything I'm experiencing. Recall 14515 that talks about a Chassis Control Module that","quote_3_odi":"10660193","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED BRAND NEW 2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE FROM PENSKE IN TORRANCE CA , BEGINNING OF SEPT. 2014. VEHICLE REFUSED TO START ON AT LEAST FOUR OCCASIONS. THEN WHILE DRIVING INTO A GAS STATION, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND POWER STEERING, CAUSING A CRASH AT A GAS STATION. I AM UNABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2014-suspension-ride-quality","label":"Suspension strut and shock failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11440476","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would drive rough. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the struts and shocks replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The","quote_2_odi":"11242178","quote_2_text":"JUST PURCHASED THIS 2014 VEHICLE FOR $32900 WITH 73345MILES AND ON THE WAY HOME NOTICED THAT THE RIDE WAS HORRIBLE. UPON CHECKING WITH MY MECHANIC THE RIDE SUSPENSION WAS AT FAULT. I AM HAVING IT REPAIRED AND WILL SEEK REIMBURSEMENT FROM THE DEALER. THEY KNEW NOTHING ABOUT IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2014-unintended-accel-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Unintended acceleration with airbag non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10870518","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE UNINTENDEDLY ACCELERATED WHILE PULLING INTO THE CAR PORT. THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED TO CRASH INTO THE WALL, A POLE, A FENCE, AND THE HOUSE. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND RIBS, BUT DID","quote_2_odi":"10870580","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING CRASHED INTO THE HOUSE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK, SHOULDER, LEFT KNEE, RIGHT SIDE, AND RIGHT HIP INJURIES THAT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-brake-failure","label":"Complete loss of service brakes","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10896962","quote_1_text":"BRAKES COMPLETELY FAILED. I PULLED INTO TRAIN PARKING SPOT AND THE CARS WOULD NOT STOP. I HAD TO KEEP PUMPING THE BRAKES AND EVENTUALLY IT JUST STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10852756","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE HAD VIRTUALLY NO BRAKES TO STOP IT AND 11,215 MILES. GENERAL MOTORS ALREADY HAD SERVICE WARNINGS OUT TO DEALERS DATED 7/17/2015, GM DOCUMENT ID #4242788","quote_3_odi":"11156909","quote_3_text":"THIS IS THIRD TIME I HAVE NOTICED A SOLID ROCK HARD BRAKE PEDAL FEEL AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT APPEAR TO SLOW WHEN I WAS TRYING TO APPLY THE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-collision-sensor-fault","label":"Forward collision and back-up sensor malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11276946","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, THE BACK UP CAMERA WENT BLANK AND FAILED TO DISPLAY AN OBJECT. THE FAILURE OCCURED MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10907993","quote_2_text":"DRIVING OUR 2015 ESCALADE ON I-45 JUST NORTH OF HUNTSVILLE, TX ABOUT 11:30 AM. DRIVING WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON AT SPEED LIMIT OF 75 MPH. THERE WAS A PEEP, CAR RAPIDLY DECELERATED TO BELOW 50, AND LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen and infotainment failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11575529","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that on several occasions when the vehicle was started, the radio head unit flickered and did not function properly","quote_2_odi":"11133046","quote_2_text":"'CADILLAC CUE' CADILLAC CUE DOESN'T WORK. THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE LOWER MIDDLE PART OF THE SCREEN THAT DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. THIS IS A FACTORY MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11052047","quote_3_text":"THE CUE SYSTEM GETS STUCK AN SOMETIMES IT CHANGES BUY ITSELF. IT WILL NOT LET YOU CHANGE THE IT WILL FREEZE FOR A LONG PERIOD OF TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak at top of tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11734152","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while his wife was driving the vehicle, after arriving at a parking lot, a bystander informed her that the vehicle was leaking a significant amount of fuel","quote_2_odi":"11707451","quote_2_text":"Significant fuel leak coming from top of fuel tank","quote_3_odi":"11678184","quote_3_text":"Fuel leak on top of fuel tank and it’s available for inspection. The safety of passengers and others were put at high risk since fuel is highly flammable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-lifter-camshaft-stall","label":"Engine stall from lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11724651","quote_1_text":"Mileage: 90,406 2015 Cadillac Escalade Engine: 6.2L V8 EcoTec3 has experienced lifter and camshaft failure, and the vehicle is now stalling while driving, creating a serious safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11676295","quote_2_text":"My 2015 Cadillac Escalade suffered complete engine failure caused by a known design defect involving the Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifters and camshaft","quote_3_odi":"11517422","quote_3_text":"First incident Feb 2022– 2015 Cadillac Escalade had approximately 89K miles on it. Was driving home from work in I-75 when the engine started knocking and vehicle began shaking & losing power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11675475","quote_1_text":"I was on the Highway and the EPS stopped working and steering wheel became hard","quote_2_odi":"11559322","quote_2_text":"Power steering locks up whenever it decides to without warning. Its happened several times","quote_3_odi":"11141176","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF IT SHIFTED AND THE STEERING SEIZED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-suspension-shock-leak","label":"Suspension shock and strut leaks","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11418129","quote_1_text":"Front shocks had to be replaced on our Cadillac 2015 Escalade. Right Front shock was leaking oil at 81K miles, repair 26 March, Red Noland Cadillac, CO","quote_2_odi":"11171938","quote_2_text":"MY FRONT STRUTS FROZE UP WHEN THEY DID IT PULLED TO THE LEFT ON TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, MY WIFE WAS DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11170223","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IN 2017. AROUND LATE OCTOBER 2018, AT ABOUT 60,000 MILES I NOTICED THE RIDE BECAME VERY BOUNCY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11538189","quote_1_text":"Transmission brakes at speed, feels as if I got rear ended from the back. I know that there is lawsuits against GM for this same problem that I am having","quote_2_odi":"11300785","quote_2_text":"MY 2015 CADILLAC ESCALADE HAS SPENT MORE THAN 2 MONTHS IN THE CADDILAC DEALERSHIP TO TRY AND RESOLVE ISSUES SURROUNDING THE TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"11267240","quote_3_text":"WE BOUGHT THIS CAR A MONTH AGO AND ALREADY BEGAN WITH PROBLEMS. IT HAS 50K MILES. THERE IS A STRANGE CLUCK COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION ARE WHILE DRIVING AND GETS WORSE WHEN GEARS DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-airbag-deployment","label":"Inadvertent airbag deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11579900","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving at 40-45 MPH, the driver-side air bag deployed without any impact. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11312058","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN MOTION - THE CADILLAC ESCALADE'S AIRBAGS ALL SUDDENLY DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NO COLLISION OR IMPACT THAT PRECEDED THE INCIDENT. THE POLICE OFFICER ON SCENE WAS ALSO QUITE SURPRISED","quote_3_odi":"10897993","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CADILLAC ESCALADE. SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG MODULE FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11608803","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the noticed a failure with the brake pedal. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed with no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11219769","quote_2_text":"VACUUM PUMP DETERIORATION OR FAILURE CAUSED REDUCED STOPPING OF VEHICLE. BACKED UP VEHICLE IN DRIVEWAY AND COULD NOT STOP UNTIL I PUMPED BRAKE PETAL SEVERAL TIMES. AND FINALLY STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"11434187","quote_3_text":"I bought my 2016 Escalade and was told there was a safety recall on the car. After 3 days, I took the car to a Cadillac dealership to have the recall fixed. When returning to pick the car up, I was told that the vehicles EBCM unit was faulty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-control-arm-separation","label":"Suspension upper control arm separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11516890","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact was able to drive the vehicle home","quote_2_odi":"11082368","quote_2_text":"FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARMS ARE BAD AND EATING MY TIRES FROM INSIDE. I WENT TO GET MY ALIGNMENT DONE BUT MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THE FRONT RIGHT AND LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARMS ARE BAD AND HE CAN NOT DO THE ALIGNMENT","quote_3_odi":"11221207","quote_3_text":"06/14/2019 I WAS DRIVING MY CADILLAC TO ESCALATE ESV TRAVELING FROM BALTIMORE TO WASHINGTON DC 95 SOUTH BAND. 12:04 PM MY VEHICLE FLIP OVER. I ALMOST LOST MY LIFE. AFTER THE ACCIDENT, I INSPECTED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen unresponsive and cracking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11385624","quote_1_text":"INFOTAINMENT SCREEN SHOWS CRACKING, BECOMES UNRESPONSIVE AND CLICKS ON IT'S OWN INTERMITTANTLY. RENDERS ALL FUNCTIONALITY INCLUDING ALL RADIO/SOUND, NAVIGATION, PROJECTION, ETC... USELESS","quote_2_odi":"11385703","quote_2_text":"TOUCH SCREEN HAS BECOME NONE RESPONSIVE WITH A VISIBLE WEBBING EFFECT AND I AM NOT ABLE TO USE WHILE DRIVING WHICH CAUSES DISTRACTIONS","quote_3_odi":"11325458","quote_3_text":"CUE SPIDER WEBBING CUE WILL GO BLANK NOT FUNCTION AT ALL. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-electrical-stall","label":"Engine stall with steering and StabiliTrak faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11668491","quote_1_text":"While I was driving the car turned off and the steering wheel got really hard, making it harder to get out of the road to keep my children safe since we were in the highway. Second time it happened the stabilitrack service message came up, and also the steering assist is reduced","quote_2_odi":"11667098","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while coming to a stop to park the vehicle, the vehicle turned off and restarted continuously, and the steering wheel straightened unintendedly","quote_3_odi":"11442776","quote_3_text":"The Escalade radio console keeps shorting out, operating irregularly, and stays \"on\" after the car has been turned off resulting in a stall and/or battery to drain leading to the car not starting, which has required several battery jumps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11752185","quote_1_text":"At highway speed, the engine lifters associated with the Active Fuel Management system failed and caused catastrophic damage throughout the engine. The sudden loss of power on the highway almost caused vehicles traveling behind me to collide","quote_2_odi":"11729944","quote_2_text":"While driving in rush hour traffic, engine completely stopped. We were stranded in traffic for 2 hours until the police came to help push us out of the street. It was 20 degrees and we sat for 4 hours to get towed","quote_3_odi":"11702045","quote_3_text":"I purchased a car from a used car dealer in Sacramento. Two days later, the lifters went bad. This truck only has 115,000 miles on it. This is a know issue that GM has and they're doing nothing to remedy the issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11722231","quote_1_text":"Experienced loss of electric power steering while driving at 60 MPH on interstate. Had 6 passengers in vehicle at the time and could have crashed if another vehicle was in other lane next to us during steering loss","quote_2_odi":"11481903","quote_2_text":"At low speed electric power steering failed. Cannot steer vehicle. Will have vehicle towed to a service center","quote_3_odi":"10992105","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE PULLS TO THE LEFT AGGRESSIVELY NONE STOP AND ITS BAD ENOUGH TO WERE YOU TAKE YOUR EYES FOR A SECOND TO LOOK AT THE FUEL GAUGE AND YOU ARE ALREADY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE OTHER LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and driveline shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11402889","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD ONGOING TRANSMISSION ISSUES SINCE IT WAS PURCHASED. IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 9 TIMES AND THEY CLAIM EVERYTHING IS OK BUT IT IS NOT. IT IS SLUGGISH SHIFTING, HUNTS FOR GEARS, SOMETIMES BANGS INTO GEAR SO HARD IT FEELS LIKE YOU'VE BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11339586","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 5 TIMES FOR TRANSMISSION AND TORQUE CONVERTER ISSUES RELATED TO HARSH SHIFTING, STUTTERING, SLAMMING INTO GEAR AND OTHERWISE TERRIBLE SHIFTING. THE FLUID HAS BEEN FLUSHED 4 TIMES AND NOTHING HAS SOLVED THE PROBLEMS","quote_3_odi":"10823280","quote_3_text":"CAR VIBRATES FROM 35MPH UP TO 80 PLUS. HAD IT TO DEALER 5 TIMES AND THEY KNOW THAT THERE IS A VIBRATION. THEY SAID GM SAID THE TORQUE CONVERTER WAS OUT OF BALANCE AND GM WAS DESIGNING A FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2017-afm-lifter-failure","label":"Active Fuel Management lifter collapse","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11630322","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Cadillac Escalade has experienced a critical engine malfunction specifically related to the Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifter system. The lifters are causing multiple engine misfires. This issue directly matches the manufacturer-acknowledged problem detailed in GM","quote_2_odi":"11733767","quote_2_text":"Engine misfire, AFM lifter collapse, defective AFM/DOD lifter technology. The three diagnosis I have had done to check for multiple opinions have all come back the same with a collapsed AFM lifter causing camshaft damage, overall failure of an AFM/DOD deactiviating lifter in the","quote_3_odi":"11660043","quote_3_text":"The engine is a 8 cylinder 6.2 liter. It starts out using 8 cylinders and progressively drops to 4 at highway speeds. The lifter failed, seized and gouged and ruined the block and camshaft. This preventable repair necessitated an entirely new engine. This happens to thousands of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake system failure while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11702226","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a sudden and severe brake system failure that created an immediate risk to vehicle occupants. On 2025-11-22 my wife was driving our Escalade with our two children when, while taking an exit on I-70, she felt the brakes go completely limp and the vehicle would not","quote_2_odi":"11139240","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CADILLAC ESCALADE ESV. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE","quote_3_odi":"11422626","quote_3_text":"I was travelling down the highway and the brakes failed to respond. I was able to deliver the car to a Cadillac dealer in Holland Michigan. At highway speeds with no breaks I believe my families lives were in danger. We have brought the car into the dealership multiple times for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11528383","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while the vehicle was idling and while making left or right turns. The contact stated","quote_2_odi":"11657209","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and","quote_3_odi":"11115279","quote_3_text":"ENGINE CEASED RUNNING AT 55 MPH. CHAIN OF FAILURES- ENGINE VALVE STEM FRACTURED (CYLINDER # 2), VALVE DROPPED INTO CYLINDER, PISTON STRUCK VALVE, VALVE DEFORMED TO CYLINDER HEAD, ENGINE CEASED PROPERLY DETONATE FUEL COMPLETELY, MULTIPLE CODES, ENGINE SHUT OFF. NO ADVANCED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2017-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11637101","quote_1_text":"I have 2017 Escalade ESV, that has exactly same issue that the \"GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS DCS5461\" describes, such as, transmission oil temperature sensor malfunction, rough and loud shifts, hesitated acceleration. There were a numerous event that hesitation (Not","quote_2_odi":"11373639","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO YEARS. IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS THE TRANSMISSION HAS BEGUN FEELING CLUNKY AT TIMES. WHAT I MEAN IS THAT SOMETIMES THE SHIFT FROM 1ST TO 2ND OR 2ND TO 3RD THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD WITH A CLUNK AS IT SHIFTS. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE YOUR FOOT","quote_3_odi":"11631346","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud clunking sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle then decelerated to 30 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2018-brake-failure","label":"Loss of braking performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11539591","quote_1_text":"I was pulling forward in a parking garage and it nearly pinned a pedestrian into a parked car. The brakes didn't respond as normal. I had to put most of my weight on the pedal to bring the car to a stop. It was really scary","quote_2_odi":"11277601","quote_2_text":"LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF ME, AND I WASN'T GOING FAST OR IT COULD HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY BAD ESPECIALLY HAVING MY SON WITH ME. MY BRAKES LITERALLY QUIT WORKING. I HAVE A 2018 PLATINUM ESCALADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2018-electrical-system-failure","label":"Electrical system failure affecting steering or dash","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11607553","quote_1_text":"On July 28th 2024 my wife backed the vehicle out of the garage and the vehicle locked out the steering wheel. The cluster and gauges went completely out. The vehicle did not start or turn on after that point","quote_2_odi":"11745705","quote_2_text":"THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER RESET, FLASHES AND THE TURN SIGNALS WILL STOP WORKING WHILE THE SYSTEM IS CYCLING OR RESTTING, WHILW CHANGING LANES OR IN A MIDDLE OF A TURN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2018-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11659780","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11675199","quote_2_text":"On Juy7, 2025 while operating my 2018 Cadillac Escalade, which at the time of the incident had an odometer reading of approximately 57,600 miles. felt an immediate loss of power (inability to accelerate efficiently)","quote_3_odi":"11637223","quote_3_text":"I paid 8600 on my engine for lifters exc...in 2022 the now in 2025 I was told I need a new engine [XXX] The whole engine is messed up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2018-sudden-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of power or acceleration while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11675316","quote_1_text":"I stopped to get gas and put the car in park. Turned the car off and when I started it back up the car thought it was in drive but was in park still. The gas pedal won’t not work and the car is now stuck in park","quote_2_odi":"11640025","quote_2_text":"Escalade would experience loss of acceleration 15-20mph under light/moderate throttle, appear to go in to neutral when going from 3rd to 4th (best I can tell,) and then slam in to gear","quote_3_odi":"11673585","quote_3_text":"On [XXX], I was driving on a highway at 70 mph with my family when I lost control of gas pedal. There was No warning of any kind! I was in the middle lane at the time and noticed the speedometer was decreasing and gas pedal was not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2019-6-2l-afm-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"6.2L AFM lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11712563","quote_1_text":"Lifters failed and needed repaired. $2,000 mechanic bill","quote_2_odi":"11667938","quote_2_text":"As what appears to be happening with a lot of these, it dropped the push rod on cylinder 2, damaged the camshaft, and the truck immediately lost power while on the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display failure or misalignment in reverse","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03-09 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746716","quote_1_text":"When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the backup camera intermittently does not display an image. Instead, the screen shows a blue hourglass, leaving me without rear visibility while backing up. This creates a safety risk because I may not be able to see pedestrians…","quote_2_odi":"11723005","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is placed in reverse, the camera image points downward and primarily shows the rear bumper rather than the area behind the vehicle. This significantly limits the rear field of view that the camera is intended to provide","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2021-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch malfunction trapping occupants inside or outside","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01-30 → 2026-05-15","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738111","quote_1_text":"The latch on the doors malfunction and you get trapped in the car.  This happens on a recurring basis every few months.  It can sometimes take days to get a door to open again.  Most recently this has happened to our driver side door and we have been unable to get it open again","quote_2_odi":"11639702","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side front door failed to unlock as intended. The contact stated that the driver's side front door failed to unlock from inside or outside the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that the key fob was inside…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2021-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Unintended automatic braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-22 → 2024-12-18","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11631413","quote_1_text":"Driving on a clear sunny day with the cruise control set at 65 mph. With no cars either in front of me or either side my Escalade suddenly did a total panic stop almost causing a crash. While this was happening there was no throttle response and I was unable to gain control of…","quote_2_odi":"11621174","quote_2_text":"The car suddenly brakes as to avoid a collision when there are no cars in the proximity of the vehicle (think about driving on an open road on a sunny day and the vehicle suddenly brakes without warning)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2021-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"Engine recall remedy unavailable or VIN exclusion disputes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-08-04 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677948","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Cadillac Escalade that falls under the manufacturer recall issued by GM/Cadillac for engine problems associated with this specific make, model, and year. I received an official recall notice via both email and U.S. Postal Service, instructing me to take my vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11698687","quote_2_text":"General Motors issued a recall on various 2021-2024 Tahoes and Escalades with 6.2L V8 engines.   Since issuing the recall, they have given no information and my Escalade has been sitting at the dealership for months with not ETA of the engine and parts needed ti fix the…","quote_3_odi":"11751066","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2022-airbag-fca-failure","label":"Airbag and forward collision avoidance failure in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11620606","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my wife and I were stopped in traffic in Baton Rouge, Louisiana at approximately 7:35pm. Another vehicle failed to stop due to being distracted on his phone and rear ended my 2022 Cadillac Escalade. My wife and I were both injured","quote_2_odi":"11519716","quote_2_text":"I was in accident on the interstate. None of the safety features activated. The truck was sliding instead of stopping. The emergency stop and braking never activated. The distance sensor failed. The airbag didn’t deploy and Onstar never called about a crash alert","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2022-driveline-failure","label":"Transmission and driveline component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11748307","quote_1_text":"I have a 2022 Escalade with 98,000 miles at 70,000 miles I complained about engine and transmission issues On June 14 I lost my transmission I brought it to the dealer and they diagnosed it as a valve body failure Valve number 6 stuck and binding Unfortunately I inquired about","quote_2_odi":"11488889","quote_2_text":"I only had my 2022 Cadillac Escalade for 3 months and noticed black oil drippings in my garage. Took it to Cadillac dealership for inspection I was told it was a seal leaking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2022-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746711","quote_1_text":"My vehicle, a 2022 Cadillac Escalade with a 6.2L L87 engine, had the L87 recall completed withing the past year. The remedy was that it passed the inspection and engine oil was replaced with 10W-40 weight oil","quote_2_odi":"11636904","quote_2_text":"Two weeks after purchasing our 2022 slightly used Cadillac Escalade, my family and I were on our annual Thanksgiving camping trip. December 1, 2024 we were on our way back home from this trip on a very busy highway frequented by semi trucks and large RVs (nearby desert camping)","quote_3_odi":"11732620","quote_3_text":"2022 Cadillac Escalade. Had the 6.2 liter engine recall done about 6K miles ago in which the engine was replaced. Now it’s back at the dealer again and needs another 6.2 liter engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-2022-recall-parts-delay","label":"6.2L engine recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11684853","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11670576","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11657474","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721178","quote_1_text":"Roads were dry. Sunny conditions. Driving approximately 55 mph in fast lane. Vehicle brakes locked up for approximately one second. There was no collision warning and no vehicle in front of us. We pulled over to disengage all collision and emergency brake functions. Driver and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-backup-camera-guidelines","label":"Backup camera missing guidelines and reverse light failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508707","quote_1_text":"when i took delivery of my vehicle in November of 2022 my rear parking and pedestrian guide lines worked perfectly and a month later they stopped working and is no longer active. Given the huge size of the Cadillac escalade this is major safety issue and  could result in a rear…","quote_2_odi":"11506645","quote_2_text":"System Failed: Back up lights are not working. Safety Concern: Cannot reverse in dark and putting self, family and others in danger. Problem reproduced at dealership: Fred Beans Cadillac in Bucks County Pennsylvania. Dealership Response to problem: They said GM is aware of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-l87-engine-loss-of-propulsion","label":"L87 6.2L engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750090","quote_1_text":"while driving on I-17 near Black Canyon City, AZ at highway speed on a 75 mph interstate, the engine suddenly shut down with no warning signs or alerts. Vehicle shifted to neutral and lost all propulsion. There were no prior check-engine lights, oil-pressure warnings…","quote_2_odi":"11639890","quote_2_text":"My vehicle suddenly lost power in the middle of the interstate and decelerated quickly.  Thankfully, I was able to safely maneuver my vehicle from the fast lane to the shoulder of the interstate.  I tried to re-start my vehicle as speeding traffic zoomed passed me.  I was stuck…","quote_3_odi":"11713148","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway taking kids to school and the entire vehicle just shut down completely, I could not brake, steer, control the car in anyway possible. I was riding what felt like a death trap. I was so scared for my family and myself, the car came to a stop on its…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall N252494000 remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670600","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Cadillac Escalade is part of NHTSA Recall 25V274 involving a potential engine failure due to defective crankshaft or connecting rod components. It has now been over four months since this recall was issued, and there is still no remedy or parts available, according to…","quote_2_odi":"11680135","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…","quote_3_odi":"11666532","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Cadillac Escalade.  The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000(Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-recall-remedy-failure","label":"Post-recall remedy engine failure after N252494000","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739194","quote_1_text":"This vehicle had previously undergone the GM safety recall inspection under Recall N252494000 for the L87 6.2L engine loss of propulsion defect. The recall inspection and remedy failed to identify the underlying engine defect, and the engine still catastrophically failed only…","quote_2_odi":"11750602","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was inspected as part of the 6.2 engine recall and passed. 3 months later the engine stopped. Had to get towed and get a new engine","quote_3_odi":"11754077","quote_3_text":"The engine was replaced under Recall 25V-274 and the loss-of-power failures continued afterward. This is directly relevant to RQ26-001, examining post-recall-remedy failures","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front upper control arm fracture and wheel detachment","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670950","quote_1_text":"The front upper control arm on the driver’s side snapped in half, resulting in the complete detachment of the wheel while the vehicle was in motion. The failed component is still in my possession and available for inspection upon request.  This failure placed both my life and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-transmission-powertrain-shift","label":"Transmission shift failure and powertrain loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737417","quote_1_text":"Travelling on freeway with son at 70-75mph, vehicle shifted itself into Neutral causing loss of acceleration and a message stating vehicle engine needed to be restarted. I had to navigate crossing multiple lanes of traffic to safely exit while quickly loosing speed","quote_2_odi":"11661527","quote_2_text":"While driving, I got a message stating on the screen stating that transmission needed to be serviced.  This was very scary as I slowed down and then was not able to put the vehicle in park and the parking brake was not able to be disengaged to be able to move the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11510369","quote_3_text":"I then realized my car lost power on the interstate with cars going 75-80+ mph and I had no way of starting or pulling off the side of the road, as there was construction and temporary road w/ barricades on both sides. My car was stopped in highway traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2024-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689832","quote_1_text":"The brake system failed within 3 months of purchase of Cadillac Escalade","quote_2_odi":"11693478","quote_2_text":"Clicking that the dealer stated was normal. It was not loud knocking saying that is how the high flow fuel pump worked. Safety braking did not work at all. And there was a water intrusion in the trunk","quote_3_odi":"11615305","quote_3_text":"The primary issue was with the vehicle’s software system, which was incompletely updated on 9/13/24. This has caused the safety features to malfunction. Additionally, the parking emergency brake engaged suddenly while I was driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2024-engine-failure-propulsion-loss","label":"Engine failure and loss of propulsion (L87 V8)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655645","quote_1_text":"Engine blew up on the highway and stranded my wife and 4 kids on a busy highway. Catastrophic engine failure on a brand new vehicle. GM is doing nothing to help with the situation. They said the engine is backordered and it might be months before they have a solution","quote_2_odi":"11701795","quote_2_text":"Engine failure. Started making a knocking noise on road with my whole family in the car, no lights or warnings on dash and had to pull over and get it towed to nearest dealer","quote_3_odi":"11751902","quote_3_text":"On June 14, 2026, while driving approximately 70 mph on a Michigan freeway, the 6.2L V8 engine began shaking violently. The vehicle lost oil pressure, warning messages appeared on the dashboard, and the vehicle completely lost propulsion and shut down while still in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2024-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Engine recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679786","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact called several local dealers who confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11670864","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade","model_slug":"escalade","cluster_id":"escalade-2024-shifter-malfunction","label":"Transmission shifter malfunction and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741209","quote_1_text":"I want to report several recurring issues with my 2024 Escalade transmission:Rough/Hard Shifting: Drivers experience jerky, clunking, or harsh shifting, especially when accelerating or decelerating.Transmission Slipping: The vehicle slipped between gears, impacting performance","quote_2_odi":"11661926","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade. The contact accidentally spilled coffee on the center console and the cupholder. The service transmission and shift message were displayed. The lights illuminated on the gear shifter","quote_3_odi":"11658632","quote_3_text":"Coffee was spilled on center console while transferring cup from Starbucks employee to cup holder. Cup was overfilled and lid wasn’t on properly. Immediately the dash panel started flashing and the service transmission light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2017-afm-lifter-failure","label":"AFM/DOD lifter collapse and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11733767","quote_1_text":"Engine misfire, AFM lifter collapse, defective AFM/DOD lifter technology. The three diagnosis I have had done to check for multiple opinions have all come back the same with a collapsed AFM lifter causing camshaft damage","quote_2_odi":"11719885","quote_2_text":"The 6.2 L engine on my 2017 Cadillac Escalade failed at around 97,000 miles. I took it to Heritage Cadillac dealership for a diagnostic check and had it repaired. The engine had a broken engine rod and lifters damage to the engine","quote_3_odi":"11660043","quote_3_text":"The engine is a 8 cylinder 6.2 liter. It starts out using 8 cylinders and progressively drops to 4 at highway speeds. The lifter failed, seized and gouged and ruined the block and camshaft. This preventable repair necessitated an entirely new engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2017-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11702226","quote_1_text":"On 2025-11-22 my wife was driving our Escalade with our two children when, while taking an exit on I-70, she felt the brakes go completely limp and the vehicle would not slow down as expected","quote_2_odi":"11545070","quote_2_text":"I was exiting an off ramp and the brake pedal suddenly became hard as a rock and no matter how much I pushed on it the vehicle would BARELY slow down. I was really close to smashing into the back of a semi truck","quote_3_odi":"10979234","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, A POLICE OFFICER ABRUPTLY MADE A LEFT TURN CAUSING A CHAIN REACTION CRASH OF FOUR VEHICLES. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT TRAVELED ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2017-cue-electrical-faults","label":"Cadillac CUE, mirror, and key fob electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11489046","quote_1_text":"The side view mirrors will randomly tilt to the sky or ground. Whatever it tilts to also becomes the saved position. The dealership has replaced the seat memory module, battery cables, fuse block and driver mirror","quote_2_odi":"11518566","quote_2_text":"Cadillac cue system malfunction. Cadillac Cue is inoperable and randomly scrolls through screens/selecting features erratically while driving vehicle. It does not switch into the camera view mode so all vehicle safety cameras are inaccessible","quote_3_odi":"11210288","quote_3_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE VEHICLE WITH THE KEY FOB, IT WOULD NOT UNLOCK. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANUALLY UNLOCK THE VEHICLE. ALSO, THE VEHICLE DID NOT START WHEN THE PUSH START BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS JUMPSTARTED, BUT IT HAD VERY LITTLE POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2017-harsh-transmission-shifts","label":"Harsh, lurching automatic transmission shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11375332","quote_1_text":"ESCALADE WILL SHIFT VIOLENTLY INTO GEAR IN EITHER FORWARD OR REVERSE, CAUSING VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LURCH. CONDITION IS ESPECIALLY PRESENT WHEN STOPPING AT INTERSECTION ON AN INCLINE","quote_2_odi":"11637101","quote_2_text":"I have 2017 Escalade ESV, that has exactly same issue that the \"GLOBAL SAFETY FIELD INVESTIGATIONS DCS5461\" describes, such as, transmission oil temperature sensor malfunction, rough and loud shifts, hesitated acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11033979","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CADILLAC ESCALADE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SHUDDERING AND VIBRATION FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT INTO GEARS PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2017-stall-loss-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall with loss of steering and brakes","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11182490","quote_1_text":"IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES , WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AT 10 MPH WHILE MAKING A TURN THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, LOST STEERING AND BRAKES AND THE STABILITRAK WARNING LIGHT CAME ON... THE ENGINE RESTARTED IN ABOUT 5 SECONDS","quote_2_odi":"11115279","quote_2_text":"ENGINE CEASED RUNNING AT 55 MPH. CHAIN OF FAILURES- ENGINE VALVE STEM FRACTURED (CYLINDER # 2), VALVE DROPPED INTO CYLINDER, PISTON STRUCK VALVE, VALVE DEFORMED TO CYLINDER HEAD, ENGINE CEASED PROPERLY DETONATE FUEL COMPLETELY, MULTIPLE CODES, ENGINE SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11657209","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2018-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal fails to stop vehicle as expected","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11539591","quote_1_text":"I was pulling forward in a parking garage and it nearly pinned a pedestrian into a parked car. The brakes didn't respond as normal. I had to put most of my weight on the pedal to bring the car to a stop. It was really scary. I took it to the dealer and they said it is a known","quote_2_odi":"11277601","quote_2_text":"LUCKILY NO ONE WAS IN FRONT OF ME, AND I WASN'T GOING FAST OR IT COULD HAVE BEEN EXTREMELY BAD ESPECIALLY HAVING MY SON WITH ME. MY BRAKES LITERALLY QUIT WORKING. I HAVE A 2018 PLATINUM ESCALADE. ALWAYS BEEN SERVICED TO DATE. I CALLED ON STAR AND NOW WAITING ON A ROLL BACK TO","quote_3_odi":"11564078","quote_3_text":"I noticed my brakes started squeaking when I would push the braking pedal. One day, I was pulling up to a bank, drive-through, applying pressure to the brakes, and I had stopped. I let off the break to pull up a little farther, but when reapplying the break, the pedal went all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2018-lifter-camshaft-engine-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11735157","quote_1_text":"2018 Cadillac Escalade ESV Platinum, 6.2L V8 L86 engine, under 100,000 miles. Engine seized and was towed to an authorized GM dealership. Teardown confirmed a spun and twisted rod bearing resulting in complete crankshaft seizure, documented by the dealer as non-serviceable per","quote_2_odi":"11659780","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Cadillac Escalade. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the lifters had failed and","quote_3_odi":"11657910","quote_3_text":"There was an internal failure in the engine causing loss of power, misfire, and loud knocking from inside the engine. Check engine light came out and the car was shut-off and towed to a repair facility. The facility found metal shavings in the oil filter and said the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2018-seatbelt-column-fire","label":"Fire originates in seat belt column wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11735860","quote_1_text":"We were on our way home from charlotte nc where the suv sat for a week while we were on vacation. Less than an hour of traveling home we smelled something burning so my husband pulled over, turns the suv off, and we looked on the outside at the tires. We didn’t see anything no","quote_2_odi":"11678661","quote_2_text":"Vehicle caught fire in seatbelt harness","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2018-tcm-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure strands vehicle","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11675316","quote_1_text":"I stopped to get gas and put the car in park. Turned the car off and when I started it back up the car thought it was in drive but was in park still. The gas pedal won’t not work and the car is now stuck in park. The Chevy Caddilac dealership said it is a failed TCM. Part is on","quote_2_odi":"11640025","quote_2_text":"Escalade would experience loss of acceleration 15-20mph under light/moderate throttle, appear to go in to neutral when going from 3rd to 4th (best I can tell,) and then slam in to gear. While doing 50-55mph Escalade would have a converter shudder or go in and out of neutral","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2019-forward-auto-braking","label":"Forward automatic braking system failure or absence","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11268683","quote_1_text":"MY PRIMARY CONCERN WHEN SHOPPING FOR THIS VEHICLE WAS SAFETY, SO INSTEAD OF PURCHASING THE COMPARABLE GMC DENALI, I CHOSE THE CADILLAC WITH THE PREMIUM LUXURY TRIM LEVEL","quote_2_odi":"11266568","quote_2_text":"WHILE ALL ELECTRONIC SAFETY FEATURES WERE ENGAGED, VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN PROPERLY, EVEN WITH LAST MINUTE HARD BREAKING BY DRIVER, VEHICLE CRASHED AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. DASHCAM FOOTAGE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2019-lifter-camshaft-engine-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11749695","quote_1_text":"At 60,000 miles the lifter failed and bent a pushrod rod while driving 65mph on the interstate. I had to slow my driving to 40mph in heavy traffic and \"limp\" it to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11699181","quote_2_text":"The engine developed a ticking noise followed by loss of power. Mechanic diagnosed lifter and camshaft failure, which may be related to the Active Fuel Management system. This caused metal contamination and requires complete engine replacement","quote_3_odi":"11638386","quote_3_text":"On December 13, 2024, my 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV experienced a critical engine failure, requiring it to be towed to the dealership. I had taken delivery of the vehicle just one month prior, on November 13, 2024","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2019-power-running-board","label":"Power running board fails to deploy or retract","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11528007","quote_1_text":"The Power Step / Running Boards do not operate as intended, especially on the driver's side","quote_2_odi":"11525708","quote_2_text":"The power retractable running boards do not always deploy. This has caused me to almost fall to the ground a few times. I have taken it to the dealer at least 5 times and each time they say nothings wrong or they can't find anything even when it happens to them","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2019-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission lockup and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11725207","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle stopped moving. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11727496","quote_2_text":"Transmission would intermittently lock up and cause rough running conditions. Occasionally causing wheels to lock up and the vehicle to lose control","quote_3_odi":"11644729","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was shifting rough. While at a stop light, the vehicle jerked abnormally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2020-engine-lifter-failure","label":"6.2L V8 engine failure and lifter wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11727921","quote_1_text":"My original factory 2020 Escalade 6.2L engine suddenly without warning seized while driving on a two lane undivided highway. I was forced to steer and brake the vehicle from 70mph to the shoulder of the road","quote_2_odi":"11710428","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact allowed the vehicle to coast to the shoulder of the roadway and shifted into park(P)","quote_3_odi":"11639250","quote_3_text":"We had a catastrophic engine failure when it seized up due to the rod bearing wear issue I read yesterday that your agency was investigating. I was told I need a new engine by my mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2020-wheel-separation-airbag","label":"Wheel separation with steering airbag non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS, WHEELS, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11577251","quote_1_text":"Right front wheel fell off, traction control system and forward collision system were disabled, leaving me stranded on I75","quote_2_odi":"11384282","quote_2_text":"DRIVING 94 WEST BOUND JUMPED OFF MY SEAT AND REMEMBERED I DIDN'T JUST HIT ANYTHING ON THE ROAD. TIRE PASSED ME AND SEATBELT STRANGLED ME WHEN IT PULLED. GRABBED AHOLD OF STEERING WHEEL AND MADE SURE NOT TO HIT ANY OBJECTS OR ANYONE","quote_3_odi":"11384854","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. RIGHT REAR TIRE POP IN FREEWAY 94 WESTBOUND ON 13 FRIDAY NOVEMBER 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-coolant-control-valve-failure","label":"Engine coolant control valve failure and reduced acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724797","quote_1_text":"a check engine light produced code P1098, engine coolant control valve position sensor performance. Code caused the cooling fans to run continuously when the engine reached a certain temperature and the vehicle had reduced acceleration, which posed a safety hazard when driving…","quote_2_odi":"11662452","quote_2_text":"GM has a coolant control valve issue that impacts all Escalades and Suburban vehicles.  Vehicle will maintain speed as a result of issue.  This is a huge safety issue.  All of a sudden the car drops to 45mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-electrical-door-lock-malfunction","label":"Door latch and lock actuator malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677698","quote_1_text":"Twice in the last 6 months the vehicle doors have locked at random while the key was inside the vehicle.  Both times, my children were trapped in the vehicle exposed to potential heat issues.  Fortunately, in both cases the doors were able to be opened through another door that…","quote_2_odi":"11716503","quote_2_text":"The door frequently cannot be opened from either the inside or the outside.  At first, I believed the problem was related to the child safety lock. However, even after confirming that the child safety lock is fully disengaged, the door still fails to open from both inside and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-engine-failure-loss-propulsion","label":"6.2L L87 engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755799","quote_1_text":"The engine was not repaired or replaced.  On [DATE], while driving, the vehicle hesitated and lost power under acceleration. Engine noise then increased progressively until I pulled over on the side of the road. The engine stopped running and would not restart","quote_2_odi":"11669682","quote_2_text":"We were told by Denny Menholt later that day that there was a bearing failure of the rod and piston on cylinder #8 and that the entire engine block was destroyed resulting in the need of a whole new engine","quote_3_odi":"11637330","quote_3_text":"Car full of kids, going down the expressway in the fast lane the car completely shuts off with no warning. I had to merge four lanes to get to the side of the road and my kids and I could have been in huge trouble if I didn’t remain calm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-lifter-valve-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft valve train failure","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11446506","quote_1_text":"I heard which to me sounds like metal hammers clanking together. I immediately turn off the truck. In my experience it sounded like lifters and pistons out of sync. If I had been traveling to work this would have left me stranded on the freeway. I called roadside to set an…","quote_2_odi":"11498049","quote_2_text":"Back in August of 2022 my 2021 Cadillac Escalade started having severe engine roughness, a check engine light, and an error saying that most of the collision safety features had been disabled.  I was able to limp the vehicle into a GMC dealer who informed me that Cadillac had…","quote_3_odi":"11637889","quote_3_text":"Engine breakdown in middle of the road. Lifter valves failed and had to be taken in for complete Engine repair/replacement. Dealership is currently repairing. Vehicle is available to inspect after repair if requested.  Lifter valves Engine failure confirmed by dealership.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-recall-25v274-remedy-adequacy","label":"Recall 25V274 remedy adequacy and VIN exclusion disputes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755963","quote_1_text":"The recall inspection was completed and the vehicle passed, so GM performed the 0W-40 higher-viscosity-oil remedy rather than engine replacement. The vehicle has a history of unexplained oil loss with no obvious external leak, including a prior low-oil warning","quote_2_odi":"11717056","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Cadillac experienced a catastrophic engine failure that is mechanically identical to a known GM engine defect currently under recall. GM has denied coverage solely because my VIN is not included, despite the failure matching recall symptoms and diagnostics","quote_3_odi":"11706007","quote_3_text":"Since April 2025, my 2021 escalade has been losing oil quickly.  No leak externally has been found.  The recent recall found \"no engine problems\" and placed new thicker oil, but the leak continues with us losing significant amounts of oil every 500 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-recall-repair-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability and dealer delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684587","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","quote_2_odi":"11685884","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has a recall and I took it to the dealer on the 28th of June and this is the date that I still do not have my vehicle. I have a report at Cadillac to replace the engine. The dealer sends all the information to GM Cadillac to authorize the engine replacement since it…","quote_3_odi":"11674245","quote_3_text":"The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and informed the contact that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000(Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle remained with the dealer for 90 days, and an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2021,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-esv-2021-transmission-gear-shift-anomaly","label":"Transmission gear shift anomaly and unintended movement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11572391","quote_1_text":"I had my 2021 Cadillac Escalade esv vehicle service twice at the dealership of purchase regarding  the vehicle gear shifting on its own and dragging. The service advisor said they couldn’t find a problem with the vehicle. He told bring it back if it does it again. [XXX] the…","quote_2_odi":"11499497","quote_2_text":"Ever since the lifters broke in the new vehicle (which the dealer now tells us is a defect in the engine and that the lifters keep breaking; it was not a \"bad delivery of lifters\" as we were initially told), the car idles very rough and has power surges.  Today sitting at a red…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2022-door-handle-no-mechanical-release","label":"Power door handle no mechanical release during power loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520700","quote_1_text":"4-12-2023 My 8-year-old daughter and I were driving a 2022 CADILLAC ESCALADE esv and were hit by an out-of-control Ford F150 at a speed of 60 miles. The airbag on the car was almost completely driven, and the insurance company told us the total loss. Fortunately, we were all only","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2022-forward-collision-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ADAS system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11536290","quote_1_text":"I have had multiple issues with my forward collision system on my 2022 Escalade. The system randomly fails, alerts of vehicles in front of me without vehicles there, and has even slammed on the brakes while in cruise control on the highway. There was no one in front of me;","quote_2_odi":"11667581","quote_2_text":"At the end of 2024, the GPS, OnStar, and telematics system in my vehicle stopped working completely. This failure disabled critical features including navigation, emergency support (OnStar), and Super Cruise. I was living in California at the time and contacted local service…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2022-recall-remedy-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure after completion of recall remedy 25V274","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726880","quote_1_text":"On [03/23/2026], while traveling at 79 mph in high-speed highway traffic, my 2022 Cadillac Escalade suffered a sudden, total engine seizure and complete loss of propulsion. This catastrophic failure occurred without any prior warning lamps or symptoms. The loss of motive power…","quote_2_odi":"11751078","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 75 MPH, the vehicle loss automotive power, with the check engine warning light  illuminated. The contact shifted to neutral and pulled over to the side of the road. The vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11717881","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) in August of 2025. However, soon after the recall inspection, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2022-steering-gear-replacement","label":"Steering gear replacement at low mileage","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11482779","quote_1_text":"I heard a weird noise from the steering wheel and when I took it to the dealership, they inspected it and found out that the steering gear mead to be replaced after only 2 months from purchasing the vehicle ( it has only 1200 miles on it )","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2022,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2022-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission unexpected shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728991","quote_1_text":"Transmission shifts to neutral on the highway with speed of 65 on the left most lane with no shoulder parking available. Huge safety hazard. Also happened when stopping at the stop sign when taking it to safe location. Transmission failing","quote_2_odi":"11737485","quote_2_text":"My vehicle experienced a serious transmission malfunction where the vehicle would not properly engage in reverse. The “R” gear indicator blinked multiple times, and the vehicle became unsafe and unreliable to operate. Cadillac dealership diagnostics later confirmed issues…","quote_3_odi":"11648686","quote_3_text":"I was driving with my children in tow.  My \"reduced acceleration light\" came on as well as my check engine light.  Within minutes of these turning on, my car went into Limp mode (shifted in neutral) and would not accelerate and steering felt locked up.  I quickly got off to the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-10spd-transmission-valve-body","label":"10-speed transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11657311","quote_1_text":"The transmission needs a new valve body at 43,491 mile, and is available for inspection upon request. My safety was put at risk because I was driving on the highway at approximately 70mph, when all of a sudden I received a loss of power message on my dashboard along with the…","quote_2_odi":"11660745","quote_2_text":"10 speed transmission valve body failed with 14k miles which resulted in inability to accelerate/shift and the car would not shift into reverse.  After researching this appears to be a very common problem experienced by owners of other GM vehicles with the same 10 speed…","quote_3_odi":"11681499","quote_3_text":"Auto started for about 5 minutes. Got in started vehicle and drove off. Immediately sounded like a motorcycle, loud exhaust. Volume of noise increased, upon acceleration. Checked under vehicle for exhaust problems when got to destination, 30…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-air-suspension-leveling","label":"Air ride suspension leveling system malfunction","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11636689","quote_1_text":"Now I have 22k miles on the truck and have had nothing but constant issues with the air ride suspension.  I have taken it to two separate Cadillac dealerships and neither fixed the issue, they said they fixed the issue but I keep having the issue.  Now, what the truck is doing…","quote_2_odi":"11742810","quote_2_text":"Dimmitt Cadillac of Pinellas Park confirmed three tires on my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV (VIN: [XXX]) at 3/32\" tread depth with alignment wear damage — unsafe for highway travel at 41,796 miles. A fourth tire replaced via warranty at 20,586 miles is now at 7/32\". All four tires…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-backup-camera-grid-missing","label":"Backup camera parking grid lines absent or unavailable","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11496200","quote_1_text":"No Grid Lines on back up camera or forward camera views. The grid line option is grayed out and unavailable. A hourglass icon appears constantly as indicating an issue.  This makes reversing into parking spaces very difficult","quote_2_odi":"11506713","quote_2_text":"THE CAMERA FRONT/REAR GUIDELINES/ ARE MISSING MAKING PARKING AND OTHER THINGS VERY DANGEROUS TO COMSUMERS AND PEDESTRIANS.  PLEASE FOLLOW UP ON THIS SINCE THESE VEHICLES ARE BEING SOLD LIKE THIS AND GM HAD KNOWLEDGE OF THIS YET THEY DO NOT FIX THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11531614","quote_3_text":"The rear park gridlines are not getting activated. Dealer mentioned that there is a bug in an infotainment system but its been open from last 6-9 months and not resolved. This really affecting my parking ability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-l87-engine-failure-highway","label":"L87 engine failure and loss of propulsion at speed","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755805","quote_1_text":"While traveling at 75 mph, our SUV suddenly lost power going uphill. We barely reached the crest and were able to coast down to a safe place off the highway. We were stranded 300 miles from home and nearly 100 miles from the closest Cadillac dealership","quote_2_odi":"11748860","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the expressway about 65mph when the car lost power and turned off without any warning. It immediately shifted into neutral without me shifting gears. I was stranded in the right lane at night with cars driving by","quote_3_odi":"11718736","quote_3_text":"Feb 14, 2026 - driving the vehicle down the highway at 70mph. Car shifts to neutral, engine turns off and losses propulsion. Manage to get to the shoulder of the highway. Vehicle would not restart or turn on. We were traveling with our 3 small children in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-night-vision-lens-crack","label":"Night vision camera lens cracking from road debris","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742807","quote_1_text":"The night vision camera lens on my 2023 Cadillac Escalade ESV cracked from what appears to be road debris during normal highway driving. No collision occurred. The crack — a star pattern consistent with a rock strike — was discovered during a service visit on December 1, 2025…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-recall-25v274-remedy-failure","label":"Engine failure after or despite recall 25V274 remedy","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737378","quote_1_text":"Engine failure shortly after recall remedy performed by dealer. Recall 25V-274 / N252494000. Sudden loss of propulsion while driving at highway speeds with no warning. Engine stalls and will not restart. Vehicle cannot be shifted into neutral without engine running making it…","quote_2_odi":"11727461","quote_2_text":"The original engine was replaced in my Escalade in September 2025 under the GM Engine Recall.  The original engine was working, but it failed the inspection at the dealership and was replaced.  March 1st, 2026 the Escalade died while driving.  Police came and helped block…","quote_3_odi":"11720032","quote_3_text":"6.2 engine had the recall fix done to it. It did not work because the engine seized up yesterday","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"escalade-2023-recall-25v274-remedy-unavailable","label":"Recall 25V274 remedy unavailable or delayed at dealership","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661873","quote_1_text":"Despite my VIN being actively flagged under this recall and the serious safety implications involved, the authorized GM dealership has repeatedly refused to perform the required inspection outlined as the first phase of the official recall remedy. Their justification is that the…","quote_2_odi":"11663515","quote_2_text":"I was informed of this recall 25V274 but the issue has yet to be resolved despite my attempts to schedule service. I contacted Marvin K Brown on May 9th 2025. I have been unable to get a clear timeline for repair","quote_3_odi":"11680621","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The engine warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-esv-2024-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure warning and master cylinder defect","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11678998","quote_1_text":"Got warning message on dashboard “Brake System Failure”. Brought car to Dealer and they replaced defective master brake cylinder","quote_2_odi":"11649885","quote_2_text":"Evidently, on 10/15/2024, my car wasn’t braking properly, the dashboard lights for ABS, Brake, engine, and traction control were on, and the 6 months old car had to be towed as it wasn’t drivable due to failure to brake","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-esv-2024-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure or seizure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11748650","quote_1_text":"I own a 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV equipped with GM's 6.2L L87 V8 engine. The recall remedy for GM Safety Recall N252494000 (NHTSA Campaign No. 25V-274) was completed on April 17, 2026, at approximately 48,905 miles","quote_2_odi":"11710566","quote_2_text":"Lifter failure. Camshaft damage and failure. Those were replaced. Within two weeks later: Complete engine failure. Seized while driving on interstate in traffic. Was stranded on Interstate near DFW airport. Required complete engine replacement","quote_3_odi":"11661945","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that there were metal shavings found in the oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Escalade ESV","model_slug":"escalade-esv","cluster_id":"cadillac-escalade-esv-2024-recall-repair-delay","label":"Delayed or unaddressed engine recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11675026","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Cadillac Escalade ESV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11673088","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint because Cadillac and their dealership have failed to address serious safety recalls on my vehicle, despite repeated attempts on my part to get them resolved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/escalade-esv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-12v-battery-failure","label":"12-volt auxiliary battery failure and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09-27 → 2024-08-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11558411","quote_1_text":"The 12 volt battery of my 2023 Lyriq died even though the main battery was at 79% charge. The car had sat unused for three days.  The 12 volt battery controls the opening of doors, charging ports, and all other accessories.  I was effectively locked out of my car without warning","quote_2_odi":"11546808","quote_2_text":"The car has been towed on 3 occasions in the first 4000 miles for complete loss of power. Dealer solution to remove 12v battery and reinstall same battery to clear elcectrical codes however problem keeps occurring","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure including regenerative braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10-12 → 2024-01-31","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11549584","quote_1_text":"Cadillac Lyriq Brake System failed, two type of brakes failed. One pedal driving automatically turned off, stopped working and normal breaking system stopped working, once breaks pressed it felt super hard like a ton of pressure/air was going through and brakes didn't work","quote_2_odi":"11569075","quote_2_text":"The serious issue is that, without notice to the driver, the setting can be reset to \"Off\".  This must be a programming error or bug, but what is dangerous is expecting regenerative braking and NOTHING happens.  You are forced to reset the level of regenerative braking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-display-auto-dim","label":"Instrument panel auto-dimming at dusk and dawn","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07-01 → 2024-12-13","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11598096","quote_1_text":"While transitioning to day to night, the instrument panel dims prematurely making the content very hard to see.  This includes all indicators such as speed, turn signals, and other gauges and possible fault indications.  This happens prior to dusk, when there is still plenty of…","quote_2_odi":"11630444","quote_2_text":"During dusk and dawn conditions, the vehicle dims the dashboard lighting to the point that everything is very difficult to see. They are diming the displays when the exterior lighting conditions are still too bright for the very dim display","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-false-adas-braking","label":"Unintended braking from driver-assist systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09-14 → 2024-08-26","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610956","quote_1_text":"Driving down the interstate, 70 MPH in the middle lane of a three lane highway. Super Cruise is active, no cars in front of me within 500+ feet. I MAY recall a partially blown tire in the lane to my left. All of a sudden, car brakes and slows abruptly to about to about 40MPH","quote_2_odi":"11546808","quote_2_text":"Additionally in the rain or moving from a shadow to sunlight the rear cross traffic alert will trigger if enabled on vehicle causing emergency braking for no reason. it will continue to happen until turned off and car restarted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-headlight-droop","label":"Headlight beam droop during driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07-25 → 2023-11-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544626","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlights have very poor throw which degrades while driving.  After driving the vehicle for 30 minutes, both left and right headlights point downward and do not throw light down the road.  Cutoff is steep, with light only going about one car length","quote_2_odi":"11538918","quote_2_text":"Low beam headlights work appropriately for 5 or so minutes before \"drooping\" or \"sagging\" so that they only illuminate one car length or so in front of the vehicle.  Upon shutting off and restarting the vehicle, the lights return to correct illumination","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-propulsion-loss","label":"High-voltage propulsion system loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11-04 → 2023-11-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11553650","quote_1_text":"I was in a left hand turn lane. When I started to make the turn my vehicle lurched and stopped. I tried several times to go and this behavior repeated. Onstar called me (or I called them). They called 911 for me and a fire truck was dispatched to help me","quote_2_odi":"11527423","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, she became aware that none of the electronics were functioning as needed, and the vehicle failed to start. Upon a tow truck operator jump starting the vehicle, the high-voltage warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2023,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2023-screen-blackout","label":"Display screen blackout or partial failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12-11 → 2025-08-21","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11630145","quote_1_text":"The entire left portion of the screen became inoperable and remained a black screen despite attempts to reset the system. The left side of the screen contains information such as gear selection, speedometer, lane keep assist, and many other important information","quote_2_odi":"11682101","quote_2_text":"Backing out of driveway and screen went black and a collision occurred a second or two later.  We have had the Lyriq in the shop multiple times for glitchy screens and screen going black but never has been fully resolved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-brake-pedal-unresponsive","label":"Brake pedal unresponsive and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11590072","quote_1_text":"As I approached a stop sign and hit the brake the car did not stop. I pounded on the brake but there was no response at all; it just coasted forward. The car continued to move and hit the car in front of me stopped at the stop sign","quote_2_odi":"11642052","quote_2_text":"She pressed the brakes firmly, but the vehicle failed to stop, resulting in a collision. Despite full brake application, the car did not stop as expected. The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Forward Collision Alert (FCA) systems did not activate","quote_3_odi":"11588484","quote_3_text":"There was “Brake System Failure” message on the EV’s digital display. It happened 3 times in less than a month. When it happened, I had to apply the break very hard. Otherwise, the car would not stop completely and would not hit the car in front","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-display-auto-dimming","label":"Instrument display auto-dimming at dusk and dawn","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11630640","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's instrument panel automatically dims excessively at dusk and dawn. When it does this, the speedometer and other information in the dashboard are not visible. There is no way to adjust the brightness any higher and no way to disable this auto dim feature","quote_2_odi":"11630475","quote_2_text":"When approaching sunset, or when travelling under bridges, the dash dims excessively and is barely readable. I have to take my eyes off the road for extended periods of time to be able to see the information","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753137","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen in my car plus the menu control went completely dead. With the screen dead completely this mean you cannot see the speedomoter, rear camera feeds, warning symbols on the dash","quote_2_odi":"11632627","quote_2_text":"Vehicle dash won't activate beyond the welcome screen thereby preventing me from seeing the speedometer, fuel gage, lane sensors, navigation, etc. I had to drive it on side streets to the closest dealer without aid of any standard dash meters","quote_3_odi":"11729930","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated failures of the infotainment and display system, including the screen going blank and displaying “no content available” while functions such as Apple CarPlay are actively in use","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss and battery system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11722688","quote_1_text":"I experienced a complete electrical failure in my 2024 Cadillac Lyriq that prevented access to the vehicle while an infant was inside","quote_2_odi":"11658852","quote_2_text":"We were exiting a parking garage when the car suddenly slammed the brakes on in the path of traffic and lost all electrical power. We could not get the car to turn back on or even get it in neutral to move it out of the path of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11626980","quote_3_text":"On or about 11/14/24 Car found completely dead and won't start in garage. Car had about 50% charge in main battery pack and 12V completely dead. Called OnStar service and they had vehicle taken to dealership on flatbed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-headlight-droop-taillight-outage","label":"Headlight aim droop and intermittent taillight outage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11544985","quote_1_text":"Headlights on vehicle “droop” after driving 20 minutes or more. They start off okay and then become non existent l, pointing directly down toward the pavement in front of the vehicle and you can’t see more than 1 car length in front of you","quote_2_odi":"11579613","quote_2_text":"While driving at night, my headlights will randomly aim down. Can’t see the road ahead. When high beams are activated, they blast the front of the car. Cannot see anything down the road","quote_3_odi":"11610219","quote_3_text":"Right rear taillight and brake light fail to light intermittently. This is a known defect on many other Lyriqs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-one-pedal-disengagement","label":"One-pedal driving disengagement while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11672285","quote_1_text":"I was driving at a steady 65mph on a highway when the car suddenly surged and the message \"1 pedal driving deactivated. Use brakes to stop.\" I stopped the car with the brakes and restarted it and reactivated 1 pedal driving","quote_2_odi":"11669107","quote_2_text":"Since a recent software update, vehicle will unexpectedly give multiple error codes, and disengage “one-pedal driving” mode. This happened recently when coming to a stop at a traffic light behind another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11688578","quote_3_text":"At least 10 times over the past three months the vehicle’s feature of one pedal driving disengages without a reason or code. When the this happens the vehicle accelerates rapidly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Phantom automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718653","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on the freeway at approximately 70 mph, at about 5:15 pm. I was not using cruise control. There was no one in front of me for maybe a quarter mile. Suddenly and without warning, the car slammed on the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11617511","quote_2_text":"Each time it rains and the car is in reverse, the emergency braking system kicks in repeatedly, and a red light flashes on the screen. The car believes there is an object or person behind the car; I would imagine because the rear camera can see the rain","quote_3_odi":"11610305","quote_3_text":"Cruising at 65mph in moderate mixed traffic when vehicle began maximum braking with no action from me and no forward obstacles. Several following vehicles had to take drastic evasive action to avoid collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"Lyriq","model_slug":"lyriq","cluster_id":"lyriq-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692622","quote_1_text":"On September 9, 2025, while slowly turning into a parking space at approximately 7 mph, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration. There were no warnings, alerts, or Safety Alert Seat vibrations prior to the surge","quote_2_odi":"11721442","quote_2_text":"While slowly turning into a parking space at approximately 1 mph (?) the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. The vehicle mounted the curb, and struck a a parked car and hit a brick retaining wall, causing damage to both","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/lyriq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-brake-pedal-travel-overheating","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor and brake overheating","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11457889","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The brake light warning light was illuminated. In addition, the brake overheating warning message was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11317063","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES RANDOMLY FAIL. WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE, IT WILL BE SPONGY AND THE PEDAL WILL GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT FULLY STOPPING THE CAR. IF THE BRAKES ARE PUMPED, THEY USUALLY RETURN TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11500689","quote_3_text":"After hitting a small pot hole, the car would not come to a full stop…pushing n pumping the the brakes to the floor. This is the 3 time in the past 3 months this has happened. I have new brakes n new tires, why is this happening?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-engine-stall-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stall, seizure, and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11506169","quote_1_text":"The oil burned down from 6 quarts to 1.25 quarts with no leaks and no detection or warning and the engine seized. Needs a new engine, automobile turned off on the road","quote_2_odi":"11592940","quote_2_text":"Engine locked up. Checked by 2 separate mechanic shops","quote_3_odi":"11241765","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC SRX. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE ENGINE DECELERATED AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTARTED AND THE CHECK ENGINE AND STABILITRAK INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-headlight-dimming-moisture","label":"Dim headlights from moisture intrusion in the assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11498903","quote_1_text":"headlights fill with moisture and condensation causing headlights to not function properly and creates a safety issue when driving at night. Condensation also results in premature headlight bulb failure. This problem is well documented by customers of these vehicles however no","quote_2_odi":"11447915","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights failed to illuminate as needed. Additionally, water would seep into the headlights. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and diagnosed that the headlights needed to","quote_3_odi":"11429406","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 50 mph in the rain, due to the dim lighting on the headlights he failed to see a sofa in the middle of the freeway and crashed into it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-power-steering-hose-leak","label":"Power steering hose fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11326146","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED OUTSIDE OF THE GARAGE, WHEN HIS WIFE NOTICED A FLUID LEAK UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BROGAN CADILLAC LOCATED AT 112 ROUTE 46 EAST, TOTOWA, NJ 07512, (973) 200-4515, WHERE IT","quote_2_odi":"11500040","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is not covered by the recall yet I had a faulty power steering pump hose which resulted in it spraying power steering fluid on my engine and eventually almost catching fire it finally broke and rendered the vehicle inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11508618","quote_3_text":"this car was recalled for a power steering hose in 2010 yet just last week it blow a hole in the line cost over $500 to fix i've had muti car in the last 40 years and never had this happen some had over 325,000 miles i don't know if dealer still has part the recall was for the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-rear-axle-awd-shift-fault","label":"Service rear axle warning and AWD/shift faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11466780","quote_1_text":"Service rear axle message is displayed on the driver information center. The code indicates AWD has been turned off which can put my safety and or safety of others at risk. Service Bulletin (PI0703B) was issued for numerous 2010 Cadillac SRX, unfortunately the recall wasn't","quote_2_odi":"11481792","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle would not shift gear properly with the “service rear axle” message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable","quote_3_odi":"11444007","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to shift independently into third gear. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2010-rear-suspension-toe-link","label":"Rear suspension toe link wear and instability","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11458788","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that both adjustable rear toe links were previously replaced with non-adjustable toe links under NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V571000 (Suspension); however, while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle felt","quote_2_odi":"11479559","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated she received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000(Suspension) and she took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The contact stated after a couple of weeks the contact noticed that the rear end suspension had","quote_3_odi":"11433712","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and making a right turn, she heard abnormal sounds coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The stability warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11524297","quote_1_text":"I was in an accident 2 weeks ago where 0 airbags were deployed. I swerved to miss an elk, traveling about 55-60 mph, tapped it on the passenger front side and made me spin out and collide with a rock wall on the driver side","quote_2_odi":"11455694","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45-50 MPH, another vehicle rear-ended his vehicle, causing his vehicle to crash into a concrete barrier. No air bags were deployed upon impact","quote_3_odi":"11458264","quote_3_text":"My car was nr.2 in police report. I hit concrete barrier and my airbags didn't deploy. Car is a total loss","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure and goes to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11645906","quote_1_text":"The ABS breaks go soft when activated. I have no breaks , the breaks go to the floor. This is so dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11639886","quote_2_text":"Put new brake pads on car still having same problem brakes work fine most of the time. Then every now and then brake pads goes to floor (squeezy)then next day back working fine this is going to cause a accident","quote_3_odi":"11599819","quote_3_text":"Breaks went to the floor and had to pump them to stop the car. After that they worked normally. This has happened twice now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-headlight-dimming","label":"Headlight low-beam dimming and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11700660","quote_1_text":"The headlight low beam illumination is extremely dangerous for driving at night. Very poor illumination distance and very poor overall lighting","quote_2_odi":"11644719","quote_2_text":"The car is extremely unsafe. The headlights are dim no matter how many times they are replaced. I have to drive with high beams on","quote_3_odi":"11567528","quote_3_text":"The headlights on my 2011 Cadillac SRX4 (62,000 miles and garage kept from new until 2 years ago) started to fail in 2022","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-rear-axle-differential","label":"Rear axle and differential clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11459858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated there was a default of service axle notification warning light on the instrument panel while starting the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11444422","quote_2_text":"\"Rear Axle Service\" light remains on after replacement of rear toelinks due to manufacturer recall. Rear differential clutch control module issue","quote_3_odi":"11433945","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE BEING ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. ON THE THIRD DAY OF OWNING THE VEHICLE, IT BEGAN ROLLING BACKWARDS WHILE THE DRIVER WAS APPLYING THE BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-rear-suspension-recall","label":"Rear suspension failure under safety recall 21V473000","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11652802","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear suspension. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with severely corroded suspension","quote_2_odi":"11631805","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle was veering to the right and left unintendedly","quote_3_odi":"11561096","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and making a left turn at an intersection the steering wheel was vibrating and the vehicle began to sway to the left and crashed into a vehicle on the opposite lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2011-timing-chain-jump","label":"Timing chain jump causing misfire and stall risk","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":446,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11440283","quote_1_text":"Engine timing chain had stretched and jumped a notch on the sprocket, which caused the check engine light to come on, and that's the only reason I knew there was an issue","quote_2_odi":"11384516","quote_2_text":"TIMING BELT LOOSE, CAUSING CYLINDERS 1,3 AND 5 TO MISFIRE. CAR HAD BEEN JERKING, WHAT FELT LIKE SLIPPING FOR A FEW MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11349597","quote_3_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN JUMPED A TOOTH CAUSE I LIVE IN RUS CODE P016P017","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal or side impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":416,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11744662","quote_1_text":"A deer rammed my passager side . airbag light was always on saying passenger airbag off . but when it explodes it injured my passenger","quote_2_odi":"11731874","quote_2_text":"2012 Cadillac SRX was traveling approximately 30mph and t-boned another vehicle at an intersection. Both vehicles were totaled","quote_3_odi":"11601774","quote_3_text":"My side air bags deployed for no apparent reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2012-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal loses stopping power intermittently","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":416,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11652641","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","quote_2_odi":"11434204","quote_2_text":"The brakes get soft and go almost to the floor at times. This usually happens after having to brake hard for a sudden stop","quote_3_odi":"11288591","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2012 CADILLAC SRX4 NEW WITH AN EXTENDED WARRANTY. ONE MONTH AFTER MY EXTENDED WARRANTY RAN OUT THE BRAKES STARTED GOING TO THE FLOOR AND I CAN BARELY STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2012-dim-headlights","label":"Dim, moisture-fogged low-beam headlights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":114,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":416,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11507386","quote_1_text":"The housing for the drive lights have failed. Replacing the bulbs does not resolve the problem. Cadillac wants to replace the entire unit because the plastic reflector has failed. Lots of Cadillac owners reporting this problem on the internet","quote_2_odi":"11255120","quote_2_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM AS TO NOT BE ABLE TO BE USED AFTER DARK. HIGH BEAMS ARE REQUIRED TO SAFELY DRIVE AT NIGHT THUS BLINDING ONCOMING TRAFFIC OR RISKING BEING TICKETED","quote_3_odi":"11567273","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, she became aware that the headlamps were extremely dim, affecting nighttime visibility","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2012-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":416,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11729757","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the vehicle was having a failure with the drains for the sunroof. The contact stated that water was draining directly into the driver's and passenger’s side footwells","quote_2_odi":"11329279","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF FLOODING IN FRONT PASSENGER FLOOR, WATER SATURATION ON FRONT PASSENGER CARPET","quote_3_odi":"11298396","quote_3_text":"MY HUSBAND RESEARCHED TO FIND THIS MODEL HAS FAULTY DRAIN HOSE IN SUNROOF CAUSING WATER TO LEAK INTO VEHICLE RESULTING IN EROSION IN THE ELECTRICAL MODULE CAUSING SHORT OUT YET CADILLAC, OR GM WILL ADMIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2012,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2012-toe-link-suspension","label":"Rear suspension toe-link failure after recall","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":416,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11619003","quote_1_text":"To whom it may concern, I am writing this as a complaint on the rear toe link separation recall that was performed on our 2012 Cadillac SRX","quote_2_odi":"11566688","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a highway and all of the sudden the back end of my car started swerving back and forth. I almost lost control, but managed to get it slowed down without causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"11445211","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway my car suddenly went sideways five times. I had no control over my vehicle and luckily did not hit another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2013-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11317675","quote_1_text":"BRAKES GIVE OUT WHEN PRESSED A HARD WHILE IN MOTION TO COME TO A STOP. WHILE STOPPED BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND BRAKES DO NOT ENGAGE.HAVE TO PUMP BRAKE PEDAL CONTINUOUSLY WHILE STOPPED TO REGAIN PRESSURE OR WHILE IN MOTION BRAKES DO NOT ENGAGE","quote_2_odi":"11457983","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and when attempting to make a stop, the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard. The failure occurred consistently","quote_3_odi":"11593783","quote_3_text":"There have been many times where while driving that the breaks don’t work properly, you can push the break all the way down and it still work stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2013-cue-screen-delamination","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and unresponsiveness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11340494","quote_1_text":"THE CADILLAC CUE SCREEN CRACKED, LIKE A SPIDER WEB. UNABLE TO USE SCREEN FOR NAVIGATION, PHONE, RADIO, CLIMATE, WEATHER, ETC.00","quote_2_odi":"11373226","quote_2_text":"THE CUE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM IS NO LONGER OPERABLE. THE SCREEN HAS A WEBBING EFFECT WHICH IS CALLED DELAMINATION. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED TO THIS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11678286","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that there were web-like cracks that had developed inside the infotainment screen, causing difficulty in accessing various electrical functions needed to safely operate the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2013-dim-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming from moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11384826","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ARE DEFECTIVE ON THOUSANDS OF CADILLAC SRX MODELS, 2010-2015. THE LIGHT BULBS ARE FINE BUT THE REFLECTIVE CHROME INSIDE THE LIGHT PEELS AWAY AND THE LIGHTS DO PRODUCE ENOUGH LIGHT TO SEE AT NIGHT. THIS IS CERTAINLY A SAFETY ISSUE AND HOPE YOU INVESTIGATE","quote_2_odi":"11512829","quote_2_text":"Same issue in two class action lawsuits against GM: moisture entered the headlight casing which eroded the plating reflecting the light, resulting in dim headlights, unsafe to drive at night","quote_3_odi":"11433346","quote_3_text":"The front headlights are extremely deem. Found moisture inside the light assembly, having no damage to cause such moisture buildup. The front headlights both low beam and high beam failed at night on 16th September 2021 due to but not limited to moisture and then i discovered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2013-rear-toe-link-suspension","label":"Rear suspension toe-link recall and instability","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11374309","quote_1_text":"LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL DUE TO TOE-LINK ADJUSTMENT FAILURE. FOR MONTHS BEFORE THE LOSS OF CONTROL INCIDENT, THE REAR OF THE 2013 CADILLAC SRX WOULD WOBBLE SLIGHTLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (50+ MPH)","quote_2_odi":"11427448","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 50 mph, the rear end of the vehicle started swerving uncontrollably. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11432279","quote_3_text":"2013 CADILLAC SRX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL N212340980. THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO COMPLETE A RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"cadillac-srx-2013-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and false shift-to-park warnings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11257698","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC SRX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED WHEN IT SHOULD HAVE ACCELERATED. ALSO, WHEN THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN, THERE WAS A HARD DOWNSHIFT","quote_2_odi":"11351789","quote_2_text":"SHIFT TO PARK ERROR-CAR NOT REGISTERING WHEN IN PARK. SYSTEM DISPLAY SAYS \"SHIFT TO PARK\" AFTER MOVING SHIFT CONTROL TO THE PARK POSITION. WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO SAFELY SHUT DOWN/TURN OFF VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11470825","quote_3_text":"When I park car in PARK...IT SAYS SHIFT TO PARK and I must wiggle gear shifter to get it correctly in PARK OR IT ROLLS IF NOT..THIS SAFETY ISSUE HAPPENS EACH TIME I DRIVE MY CADILLAC SRX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS and traction control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11734001","quote_1_text":"ABS module is bad, no ABS braking. Brake light on and ABS light on. Module is no longer produced or available","quote_2_odi":"11663452","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11502420","quote_3_text":"The car needs an EBCM or EBTCM depending on which. dealer I'm talking to. The stability control service and power steering are turned off and the anti-lock brakes are disabled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-cue-touchscreen-cracking","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11470907","quote_1_text":"My CUE screen is cracked and unresponsive. I went to the dealership and they said it was out of warranty and they would not repair item","quote_2_odi":"11348774","quote_2_text":"THE CUE SCREEN STARTED TO SPIDER ON ITS OWN","quote_3_odi":"11402848","quote_3_text":"ENTERTAINMENT CUE SYSTEM JUST STARTING CRACKING FOR NO REASON AT ALL. MY VEHICLE WAS JUST PARKED AND I CAME OUT TO MY VEHICLE AND I NOTICED THE SCREEN WAS STARTING TO CRACK AND SPREADING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-headlight-dim-illumination","label":"Dim low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11720103","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front headlights were extremely dim. The contact stated that the dim headlights made the vehicle unsafe at night because of inadequate illumination","quote_2_odi":"11694810","quote_2_text":"Headlamps are very weak on low beams","quote_3_odi":"11633211","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that the headlamps were extremely dim and failed to properly illuminate the roadway while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-liftgate-unexpected-movement","label":"Rear liftgate unexpected movement","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11535126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while under the rear hatch door and remove items out the rear of the vehicle, the door come down and struck the contact in the back of the head","quote_2_odi":"11489242","quote_2_text":"The rear hatch door of my SRX has been not functioning properly. It opens and closes with erratic function. Regularly I've hit the button to open it and it has begun to close on me with shear force trying to crush my body while loading groceries","quote_3_odi":"11492490","quote_3_text":"Rear trunk/hatch lid: I had pressed the switch on the hatch lid to cause closing. At this point my wife walked too close to the closing hatch and it hit her, and continued to close, causing a gash on her forehead","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-rear-suspension-toe-link","label":"Rear suspension toe-link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11422544","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated while driving 55 mph, she felt the vehicle swaying. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11397142","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY GOING SPEED LIMIT OF 70 TO 75 WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY LOST ALL CONTROL AS IF I WAS ON A SHEET OF ICE AND I TRAVELED UNCONTROLLABLY ACROSS THE ENTIRE HIGHWAY LANES INTO THE CENTER MEDIAN ALMOST INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC ON THE OTHER SIDE BEFORE COMING TO A","quote_3_odi":"11429036","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and making turns the wheels were pulling and not feeling normal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-seat-heater-burn","label":"Driver seat heater burn","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11646693","quote_1_text":"I started my car using the remote start. When I opened my car the driver side seat was smoking and a hole had been burned in the back","quote_2_odi":"11555763","quote_2_text":"Seat heater burned a hole through the seat on the driver side","quote_3_odi":"11322843","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BACK HAS A BURN WHOLE CAUSED BY SEAT HEATER WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"2014-cadillac-srx-transmission-jerking","label":"Transmission jerking and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11752533","quote_1_text":"Transmission is slipping/jerking when stopping and then when accelerating again. Multiple other owners have reported this same issue","quote_2_odi":"11740359","quote_2_text":"At lower speeds, especially after coasting, my car will lag for a few seconds before jerking forward","quote_3_odi":"11613720","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac SRX. The contact stated that while attempting to drive, the vehicle failed to move. The contact noticed there was no transmission fluid in the reservoir","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-abs-brake-module-failure","label":"Electronic brake control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11596416","quote_1_text":"ABS CONTROL MODULE FAILED CAUSING THE ABS LIGHT AND BRAKE WARNING. MODULE MUST BE REPLACED FOR THE ABS SYSTEM TO WORK PROPERLY AT A COST OF $1,600","quote_2_odi":"11685094","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the ABS module warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11567793","quote_3_text":"My 2015 Cadillac SRX4 developed an issue with the Electronic Brake Control Module which produced the following dash light warnings, park brake, stabili track and power steering alert","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in reported crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11484715","quote_1_text":"I was completely stopped when struck head on by a Ram Truck with a Ranch-hand bumper. The hit totaled my car, bending the frame and pushing the left front of the vehicle up against the firewall and driving my vehicle sideways. However, the airbag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11508388","quote_2_text":"On 1/21/2023 I had a wreck and based on my vehicle, injuries, and photos I strongly believe the airbags should have deployed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-cue-touchscreen-cracking","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and loss of touch response","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11669712","quote_1_text":"The CUE touchscreen display has cracked for the second time in seven years without any physical impact","quote_2_odi":"11420315","quote_2_text":"My Cadillac has had and currently has a cracked spider web screen where you control the vehicles settings, GPS, Temperature for the car and so forth","quote_3_odi":"11404582","quote_3_text":"CUE SCREEN SPIDER WEB CRACKS, NOW NOT FUNCTIONING AT ALL, CAN NOT USE RADIO, BLUE TOOTH, OR TEMPERATURE CONTROLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-liftgate-water-intrusion","label":"Rear liftgate failure after sunroof drain water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11468084","quote_1_text":"Failed sunroof drains caused flooding, which further cost damage (complete loss) to the lift gate module and pump. Problem has been confirmed by the dealer service department","quote_2_odi":"11511302","quote_2_text":"The issue is that the rear sunroof drains get clogged and water fills the rear compartment and destroys the rear hatch electronics","quote_3_odi":"11612099","quote_3_text":"Faulty sky light drainage design directs water directly into the rear under deck compartment where the company located electric lift gate equipment the water shorts out the entire electric system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-low-beam-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming requiring assembly replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":132,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11716161","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlights were extremely dim and failed to provide sufficient illumination of the roadway. The failure significantly reduced visibility and created a safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11618759","quote_2_text":"The contact related the failure to the headlight weather seals eroding prematurely, allowing moisture to enter the headlight housing","quote_3_odi":"11450752","quote_3_text":"The Low-beam headlights are so hot they are melting the reflective coating off the headlamp housing causing the headlights to not project","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2015,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2015-rear-toe-link-suspension","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure and rear tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":442,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11546334","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH during a rainstorm, the tires started slipping and the contact had difficulty controlling the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11488079","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started to sway and was drifting, requiring her to make constant adjustments to stay in the lane. The contact stated that the rear tires had worn along the side wall and she had replaced the rear tires four times","quote_3_odi":"11439357","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while making a right turn and accelerating at 30 MPH, the vehicle started swaying inadvertently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"10967361","quote_1_text":"WHILE STATIONARY, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE THE CONTACT STRUCK HIT THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11045758","quote_2_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO STOP HOWEVER DUE TO THE LACK OF TIME, SHORT DISTANCE AND RAIN SLICKED HIGHWAY I WAS UNABLE TO STOP STRIKING HER CAR ON HER MID PASSENGER SIDE WITH THE FRONT OF MY CAR. THE AIRBAG AT NO POINT DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11218049","quote_3_text":"SRX WAS T-BONED AND AIRBAGS/SEATBELT RETRACTOR FAILED. SEVERE INJURIES TO CADILLAC DRIVER FROM UNLOCKED SHOULDER HARNESS AND ALL AIRBAGS FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-cue-screen-cracking","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and loss of touch response","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11131908","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INFOTAINMENT SCREEN WOULD MALFUNCTION AND CAUSE THE SCREEN TO RANDOMLY MOVE, CHANGE, BLINK, AND SHUT OFF. WHILE DRIVING, THE SCREEN MALFUNCTION CREATED A DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER","quote_2_odi":"11342472","quote_2_text":"THE CUE SCREEN DELAMINATED AND LOOKS LIKE SPIDER WEBS. UNIT NO LONGER FUNCTIONS TO TOUCH. I HAD TO HAVE THE SCREEN REPLACED FOR $400.00 OUT OF POCKET","quote_3_odi":"11361568","quote_3_text":"MY RADIO SCREEN ON MY 2016 CADILLAC SRX HAS SPIDER WEB CRACKS ON BOTH THE LEFT SIDE AND THE RIGHT SIDE. IT STARTED SMALL, ABOUT SIX MONTHS AGO, AND THE CRACKS KEEP GROWING AND SPREADING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-dim-low-beam-headlights","label":"Dim low beams from headlamp assembly degradation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11625480","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlights are very dim, failing to illuminate the roadway, even with the brightest halogen bulbs available. creates a safety hazard as driver cannot sufficiently see the road ahead, especially when meeting an oncoming vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11493062","quote_2_text":"The diagnose was both headlights are very dim. Reflective silver coating within headlamp assemblies has faded. Will require 2 new assemblies","quote_3_odi":"11445046","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at night at various speeds, the headlights were extremely dim, causing the contact to not see the road clearly. The contact mentioned that the hi-beam was used to see the road while driving at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-headlamp-moisture","label":"Moisture inside headlamp housing","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11372347","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MOSES CADILLAC BUICK GMC TRUCK INC (1406 WASHINGTON ST E, CHARLESTON, WV 25301) AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE WEATHER SEALS IN THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS ALLOWED MOISTURE TO ENTER THE LIGHTS AND CORRODED THE REFLECTORS","quote_2_odi":"11497312","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon inspection, he noticed condensation inside the headlamp housings. As a result, the headlights became foggy. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall","quote_3_odi":"11492217","quote_3_text":"Head light on my 2016 SRX is getting water inside the lens and dimming and burning out the bulbs the temporary fix is to replace the whole light unit at a cost of 3000.00 with the same defective part that will re-create the issue at a later date","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-toe-link-rear-tire-wear","label":"Rear tire wear after toe link recall repair","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11476353","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the failure occurred after the replacement of the rear adjustable toe links with a non-adjustable toe link under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The dealer was notified of the issue but provided no assistance","quote_2_odi":"11511639","quote_2_text":"The rear toe bar had a recall on it that was replaced. The replacement part is not adjustable. The back wheels are pointed out because of the rear tow bar not being able to be adjusted. This causes the car to pull side to side while driving on snow and ice","quote_3_odi":"11510060","quote_3_text":"The contact stated the vehicle was serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V473000 (Suspension). The contact stated he noticed that tread on both rear tires were worn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shifting into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"10882304","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ACCELERATE; HOWEVER, ON THE UPSHIFT FROM 1ST INTO 2ND (NOT SURE, IT COULD BE FROM 2ND TO 3RD, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL INSTEAD OF SHIFTING TO THE NEXT GEAR. PULLED OVER AND STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10864484","quote_2_text":"AFTER APPROXIMATELY 400 MILES, WHILE IN CITY TRAFFIC ,THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AND THE CAR JERKED, AND POPPED OUT OF DRIVE. I IMMEDIATELY CALLED ON STAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. DIAGNOSIS THE FOLLOWING DAY WAS EXTENSIVE INTERNAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11221209","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN EXTENSIVE CLUNKING NOISE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"SRX","model_slug":"srx","cluster_id":"srx-2016-water-intrusion-liftgate","label":"Water intrusion and power liftgate failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11452995","quote_1_text":"The issue develops because rain runs down the Sun roof straight into the place that the lift gate parts are in- and the parts corrode. Once the lift gate power system fails there is no way to manually open the back of the car","quote_2_odi":"11492720","quote_2_text":"Upon inspection, the contact discovered that condensation had accumulated on the inside of the rear window. The contact also discovered that he was unable to open the rear hatch from the outside and had to use a screwdriver to open the hatch","quote_3_odi":"11577905","quote_3_text":"Water makes its way inside the car. Drains seems to be clogged and interior carpet and roof gets wet. As a result lift gate will no longer open as water made its way to the back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/srx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2019-camshaft-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft carrier oil seal leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11725277","quote_1_text":"I took my car is for service at the Cadillac dealership and they stated there was an oil leak from the camshaft carrier. When I asked more questions they stated it was a fairly common problem with the XT4 and a few other models where there was a faulty seal at the \"T-joint\" (cam","quote_2_odi":"11709711","quote_2_text":"During oil change Cadillac mechanic noted camshaft oil seal leak. Video was provided. Mileage on car is 51,534 at that time. I feel that this is too premature and repair requires pulling the engine. Very expensive. Quote was $4,597","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2019-daytime-running-light-failure","label":"Daytime running light failure from overheating","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11693817","quote_1_text":"The passenger side DRL/turn signal is dim causing the vehicle visability to be reduced and other drivers unable to see turn indications, increasing the risk of crash. The design of the unit places undue heat near the circuit board causing the unit to fail. The driver's side does","quote_2_odi":"11690054","quote_2_text":"Both running light modules failed due to overheating because there was no heatsink thermal compound installed on either unit. They had to be replaced. Repair was successful","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2019-engine-oil-leak-gasket","label":"Engine oil leak from intake manifold gasket","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11556196","quote_1_text":"The engine started to leak oil, coming down the passenger side of the motor. This was around at 22,000 miles. The dealer says that this is a leaking intake manifold gasket. It has taken them 3 separate repairs to fix this issue. I feel that my engine warranty from Cadillac","quote_2_odi":"11521742","quote_2_text":"2019 CADILLAC XT-4 [XXX] MILEAGE IN FIRST SERVICE ATTEMPT 27500 4/28/2023 BROUGHT THE XT-4 IN FOR SERVICE IN WILLIAMSBURG VIRGINIA AND FOR AN OIL DRIP PROBLEM. OIL LEAKING DOWN THE SIDE OF THE MOTOR FACING THE PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER REPLACED NUMEROUOS GASKETS AND ENGINE COVERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2019-timing-chain-transmission-power-loss","label":"Timing chain and transmission failure cause power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11625489","quote_1_text":"Toward the end of October 2024, my truck's check engine light came on. I took the vehicle to the dealership to have the oil changed. Two days later, the engine said, \"Engine power reduced,\" so I took it to a repair shop, and they diagnosed the timing chain. I took it to another","quote_2_odi":"11170274","quote_2_text":"CAR SHUTTERING/BUCKING DURING ACCELERATION FROM STOP AND AT STEADY HIGHWAY SPEED. TACHOMETER SHOWED APPROX THREE HUNDRED RPM FLUCTUATION AT STEADY SPEED. DEALER STATED CAR HAS LEAKED COOLANT INTO TRANSMISSION FROM TRANS COOLER CAUSING FIALURE OF TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2024-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump driver module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745809","quote_1_text":"Vehicle died leaving the doctor's office due to faulty fuel pump driver control module","quote_2_odi":"11735725","quote_2_text":"Had three different incidents: 1st occurrence was at a red light and vehicle stalled and would not restart","quote_3_odi":"11710125","quote_3_text":"Car suddenly stopped while driving and would not start and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2024-phantom-aeb-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685687","quote_1_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, IT TURNED GREEN AND I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE FORWARD THROUGH THE INTERSECTION WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED BRINING THE CAR TO AN IMMEDIATE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION","quote_2_odi":"11683508","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] my car auto brake unexpected early afternoon on [XXX] . SPEED WAS APPROXIMATELY 53 mph. A Mack dump truck almost rear ended me","quote_3_odi":"11643946","quote_3_text":"The AEB system engaged when it should not have with no obstructions on [XXX] . I violently jerked, I thought I hit something but did not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2024-power-loss-warning-cascade","label":"Sudden power loss with dashboard warning cascade","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658648","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle on 01 May 2025, the car rapidly decelerated from over 60MPH to under 30 MPH in an instant","quote_2_odi":"11655852","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has unexpectedly shut off while I was driving on multiple occasions (3 times to date). When this occurs, the entire infotainment and dashboard screen goes completely black, and most alarmingly, the brakes become unresponsive or extremely difficult to engage","quote_3_odi":"11595589","quote_3_text":"Driving to a local car wash, I stopped at a traffic light. When I tried to accelerate the transmission warning and power reduction waring flashed on HUD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2024-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745708","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has a chronic defect causing rapid, repeating front-end suspension and steering assembly failures","quote_2_odi":"11645413","quote_2_text":"Starting auto on20Feb2025 I was unable to turn the stearing wheel","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2024,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT4","model_slug":"xt4","cluster_id":"xt4-2024-visibility-defects","label":"Backup camera and window visibility defects","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635331","quote_1_text":"Backup camera does not function at night","quote_2_odi":"11625310","quote_2_text":"Driver's and passengers' front windows. When driving in sunlight the windows are hazy/milky","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/cadillac/xt4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss from master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11002930","quote_1_text":"LOSS OF BRAKES. BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AND CAR WOULD NOT STOP. BRAKE FLUID LIGHT WENT ON. TOWED TO DEALER, FOUND MASTER CYLINDER LEAKING INTO POWER BRAKE BOOSTER","quote_2_odi":"11056044","quote_2_text":"BRAKES FAILED. COMING TO A STOP SIGN ON CR 13, BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. BRAKES DID NOT SLOW OR STOP THE CAR AT ALL. PUMPED THE BRAKES 3 OR 4 TIMES, NO BRAKING. WENT THRU STOP SIGN HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11080889","quote_3_text":"BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE - BRAKE FLUID ERROR MESSAGE APPEARED ON SCREEN AND OVER THE COURSE OF 24 HOURS THE BRAKES STOPPED WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-dashboard-leather-bubbling","label":"Dashboard leather bubbling and delamination","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11004951","quote_1_text":"PLATINUM VERSION (TOP OF THE LINE MODEL) HAS WIDESPREAD PREMIUM LEATHER DASHBOARD DEFECTS ON BRAND NEW VEHICLES, SO BAD THAT BOTH SHOWROOM NEW REPLACEMENT PREMIUM LEATHER DASHBOARDS ARE ALL DEFECTIVE","quote_2_odi":"10926033","quote_2_text":"DEFECTIVE UPPER DASHBOARD HAS LARGE BALLOONED AREA IN CENTER WHERE ADHESIVE EITHER FAILED OR WASN'T APPLIED AND LOWER DASHBOARD HAS DEFECTIVE LUMP UNDER MATERIAL","quote_3_odi":"11751374","quote_3_text":"My passenger side, dashboard bowls up in the heat and doesn’t seat properly. My fear for safety is that if I’m in an accident that airbag will not come out due to the dash bubbling because of the defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-electrical-shutdown-stall","label":"Sudden loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11033273","quote_1_text":"MY 2017 XT5 COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN ON MY ON SATURDAY, 10/7. I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT & WHEN I PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAD A NUMBER OF LIGHTS COME ON & THE VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11384565","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY, VEHICLE SUDDENLY DIES, GOES DEAD, UNCONTROLLABLE. VEHICLE WILL NOT RESPOND TO ENGINE START BUTTON. WILL NOT RESPOND TO ATTEMPTS TO RESTART, UNABLE TO BRAKE, VEHICLE CONTINUES TO BE UNCONTROLLABLE, ROLLING INTO CROSS TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11405296","quote_3_text":"SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT AND CAR LOST ALL POWER. NO ABILITY TO TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS OR CALL FOR HELP OR ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11151868","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. STARTING AT 17,500 MILES ALL FOUR TIRES WERE WORN TO 4/32\". NOW AT 20,000 MILES TIRES ARE WORN TO 3/32 AND 4/32. TIRES ARE WORN EVENLY AND HAVE BEEN ROTATED AT DEALER WITH SERVICE RECORDS TO SUPPORT","quote_2_odi":"11186166","quote_2_text":"PREMATURE TIRE WEAR- VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN PREMIER LTX TIRES & HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 24,551 MILES DUE TO TREAD BEING WORN DOWN TO 3/32\" - 4/32\". TIRES ARE RATED FOR 60,000 MILES ACCORDING TO MICHELIN WEBSITE","quote_3_odi":"11416085","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS CADILLAC 2017 XT-5 USED WITH 4,000 ON IT IT HAS 11,000 ON IT KNOW. I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR TIRE ROTATION & OIL CHANGE. THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME THAT THESE TIRES MICHELIN PREMIER LTX 235/65 R 18 TIRES ON THIS YEAR 2017 ARE BAD TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11721532","quote_1_text":"While driving down the freeway at approx. 65 miles per hour, I heard a very loud sound like an explosion, or a huge balloon exploding, and then heard crackling of glass","quote_2_odi":"11516749","quote_2_text":"While driving my Cadillac XT5 on the busy highway during the early afternoon, without warning the sunroof glass made a loud pop sound immediately followed by shattered glass","quote_3_odi":"11234062","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY WE HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION NOISE THAT RESEMBLE GUNSHOT FOLLOWED BY HIGHWAY NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-thermostat-steering-assist","label":"Reduced power steering assist from thermostat failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618973","quote_1_text":"This model Cadillac XT5 has early failures of engine cooling systems thermostats. The thermostat sticks open causing lower engine temperatures and higher emissions. The first sign you have an issue is a reduced power steering assist message on the instrument display","quote_2_odi":"11526717","quote_2_text":"THE 2017 CADILLAC XT5 HAS A DEFECTIVE THERMOSTAT, WHICH SENDS A FALSE SIGNAL THAT THE ENGINE IS OVERHEATING. THEREFORE, YOU GET A \"STEERING ASSIST IS REDUCED DRIVE WITH CARE\", WHICH YOUR STEERING TO BE HARD AND NOT AS EFFECTIVE AS IT SHOULD BE","quote_3_odi":"11661404","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the power steering assist message was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2017-transmission-shudder-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and hard or delayed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11085124","quote_1_text":"NEW TOTALLY ELECTRONIC TRANSMISSION FELT STRANGE IN UPSHIFTING AND DOWNSHIFTING IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING VEHICLE AND WAS REPORTED TO CADILLAC IN THEIR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION SURVEY WITHIN A MONTH OF PURCHASE","quote_2_odi":"11400098","quote_2_text":"FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOW WE HAVE BEEN RECEIVING A SERVICE TRANSMISSION SOON WARNING FROM OUR 2017 CADILLAC XT5 BUT EVERY TIME WE TAKE IT IN TO CADILLAC THEY STATE THAT THEY CAN'T DUPLICATE THE WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11020105","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED NEW XT5 IN FEB 2017, CURRENTLY 8300 MILES. AFTER STARTING MY VEHICLE AND SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THE TRANSMISSION MAKES AN LOUD BANG AND LURCHES BACKWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-backup-camera-guidelines","label":"Rearview camera guidelines fail to display","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11097330","quote_1_text":"THE BACK UP GUIDANCE LINES AND WARNING INDICATORS DO NOT ALWAYS APPEAR OR ACTIVATE WHEN THE CAR IS IN REVERSE ASSOCIATED WITH THE BACK UP CAMERA. THEY ARE MISSING INTERMITTENTLY WHEN BACKING UP","quote_2_odi":"11132941","quote_2_text":"WHEN BACKING CAR UP, OFTEN TIMES THE YELLOW \"GUIDE LINES\" APPEAR, OFTEN TIMES DON'T","quote_3_odi":"11451418","quote_3_text":"The rear camera guidelines on my 2018 XT5 Lux don’t appear on the backup camera display when shifting into reverse. Happens around half the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Unintended engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11696390","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11555562","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the freeway, came to a stop as traffic increased, then the car shut off m. I had no power, could not get out of the vehicle, no hazards, no tail lights, nothing","quote_3_odi":"11328651","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, THE ELECTRONICS GO CRAZY, THE ENGINE STOPS FOR A SPLIT SECOND, BRAKES ARE LOST FOR A SPLIT SECOND, CRUISE CONTROL TURNS OFF, EVERY POSSIBLE ALARM DISPLAYS ON THE DASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-parking-brake-release","label":"Parking brake fails to release","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11290592","quote_1_text":"PARKED IN PUBLIC PARKING LOT. AFTER STARTING CAR AND ATTEMPTING TO BACKUP, CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. PARKING BRAKES WERE LOCKED. TRIED NUMEROUS TIMES TO RELEASE BRAKES. PARKING BRAKE WOULD NOT RELEASE. CAR WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARDS","quote_2_odi":"11355534","quote_2_text":"THE SECOND IS THE BRAKE PEDAL LOSES PRESSURE OVER NIGHT OR EXTENDED PERIODS OF NON-USE. IT DOES NOT OCCUR EVERY NIGHT. BRAKE PEDAL IS DIFFICULT TO PUSH TO START THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11535612","quote_3_text":"We took the car to Blaise Alexander, in Altoona, on 3-14-23, and they said that the software showed no problem with the Parking Brake. They advised me to call a tow truck and have it towed into their garage the next time it happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-steering-assist-thermostat","label":"Steering assist reduced warning after thermostat fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11737788","quote_1_text":"Thermostat failure causes steering assist to be reduced. This leaves more difficult steering especially in an emergency situation, thus a safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11712970","quote_2_text":"Recently, my vehicle displayed a “Steering Assist Reduced” message on the dashboard while driving. This warning significantly increases the physical effort required to steer the vehicle, especially at low speeds, and I believe it presents a genuine safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11621891","quote_3_text":"I received a Steering Assist is Reduced message and the cooling fan ramped up to full speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-transmission-shifts-park","label":"Transmission shifts to Park while vehicle moving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11109595","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, \"TRANSMISSION\" ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTED INTO PARK WHILE STILL IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11182017","quote_2_text":"I WAS IDLING IN LINE FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES WAITING FOR FOOD AT MCDONALDS. TRANSMISSION WAS IN DRIVE. ONCE SERVED, I STARTED TO DRIVE AWAY BUT CAR SHUTTERED AND STOPPED ABRUPTLY","quote_3_odi":"11321557","quote_3_text":"SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE CAME TO A SHUTTERING STOP. APPARENTLY THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED ITSELF INTO P","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2018,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or uncommanded movement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11530753","quote_1_text":"I was on the car wash property and as I approached an area that was open, I attempted to stop the vehicle, the engine revved very high and the vehicle took off at a very high speed in fractions of a second","quote_2_odi":"11385095","quote_2_text":"CAR HAS TWICE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN NOT GOING VERY FAST AS IF IT WAS ATTEMPTING TO GET BACK TO WHAT THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET FOR","quote_3_odi":"11727656","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speeds, I needed to accelerate hard in order to pass another vehicle and while accelerating there was a downshift and increase in RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11402680","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS STRUCK AT APPROX 35 MPH ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE STRIKING VEHICLE DID NOT APPLY THE BRAKES SO THE FULL FORCE OF THE VEHICLE HIT. THE SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, LEAVING ME WITH A CONCUSSION AS MY HEAD STRUCK THE DRIVER'S DOOR WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11682097","quote_2_text":"The vehicle then drove on top of another vehicle that was parked in front. The contact stated that he was unable to control the vehicle until after the crash. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-brake-squeal-noise","label":"Brake squeal noise during light braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11183747","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE BRAKE SQUEAL WHILE BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY DURING INITIAL DRIVE OF THE DAY OR AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN SITTING FOR AWHILE. SQUEAL WILL GO AWAY AFTER SEVERAL BRAKE APPLICATIONS. DEALER STATES NORMAL OPERATION AND OFFERED NO FIX","quote_2_odi":"11241556","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIFTING FORWARD LIGHTING TOUCHING BRAKES THEY MAKE A LOUD SQUEAKING SOUND. WHEN CAR IS IN REVERSE LIGHTING TOUCHING THE BRAKES THEY MAKE A LOUD SQUEAKING SOUND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-stabilitrak-limp-mode","label":"StabiliTrak warning with drivability loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11355726","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS SHOWN THE SERVICE STABILITRAK, TCS OFF, AND TRANSMISSION UNABLE TO SHIFT SOON WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAPPENS SEVERAL TIMES; AND AFTER CERTAIN TIMES THE CAR WILL NOT SHIFT AND I AM NOT ABLE TO GO PAST 50-60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11501784","quote_2_text":"Service stability track light came on. Brought to Mechanic hooked up to computer. No code shown. Mechanic says car is fine. Keep it off for 15 minutes and the computer will reset","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-steering-assist-reduced","label":"Steering Assist Reduced warning tied to thermostat failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11524476","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is receiving a notice \"Steer Assist is Reduced Drive with Care\". Per discussion with the dealership this is a result of a thermostat issue causing an issue with the grease temperature in the steering","quote_2_odi":"11564253","quote_2_text":"Was driving the other day and the message steering assist reduced, AC fan was blowing but no A/C then engine light came on. Made appointment next day with my Cadillac local dealer and service writer said he knew what the problem was","quote_3_odi":"11629101","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 20 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated. A message \"Steering Power Reduced\" was displayed before the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11282617","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, A LOUD NOISE SUDDENLY OCCURRED. AFTER STOPPING TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT SECTION OF THE GLASS SUN ROOF HAD EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11443433","quote_2_text":"I was driving 70 MPH near Chattanooga, TN when I heard an explosion. The front panel(of 2) of my sunroof completely shattered. There were no cars within 1000 feet","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2019,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"cadillac-xt5-2019-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11206631","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL. A FEW SECONDS LATER SAW A FIRE/SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF MY CAR. I PULLED OVER AND TOOK A LOOK. CONFIRMED MY CAR WAS ON FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11645897","quote_2_text":"The passenger interior side door at the bottom towards the back near the backseat, beginning driver seat caught fire. A small tiny hole began melting, and there was flames coming out of it. Within minutes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2020-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Backup camera display blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11696053","quote_1_text":"WHEN BACKING OUT OF GARAGE THE BACKUP CAMERA STOPS WORKING IN THE SUN LIGHT MUST WAIT 2 MINUTES FOR IT TO START WORKING IN SUN LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11484360","quote_2_text":"The camera system has not been turning on intermittenly. Both the rear backup and the side/front cameras bring the screen to a black screen with a red triangle and red camera logo with a line through it (signifying no camera connected?)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2020-gear-shifter-mechanical-break","label":"Gear shifter mechanism fracture","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11721495","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while in drive and attempting to shift into reverse (R), the gear shifter knob fractured. The gear shifter shifted into park(P) and failed to respond as needed","quote_2_odi":"11676576","quote_2_text":"The shift gear cracked and became inoperable serious safety issue. Unable to place the car in park reverse or drive","quote_3_odi":"11616383","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that the gear shifter plastic and connectors connected to the cover of the wiring had detached from the gear shifter, exposing the inner wiring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2020-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11529902","quote_1_text":"After a rainy highway speed 50 mile trip I stopped to get a Lotto ticket at my local store. I shut the vehicle off. It took me approximately 2 to 3 minutes to buy the Lottery ticket. I started the vehicle and noticed that my power steering was not operating","quote_2_odi":"11463281","quote_2_text":"While driving at low speed lost all power steering . Was able to get it back home . When checked again later power steering was working","quote_3_odi":"11414624","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING ASSIST HAS FAILED ON 2 OCCASIONS. THE FIRST IN LATE JAN. 2021, WITH APPROX 2000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, AND THE SECOND ON 30 APRIL 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2020-sudden-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11750727","quote_1_text":"On April 8, 2026, my 2020 Cadillac XT5 experienced a sudden and complete engine failure while I was driving. Prior to the failure, there were no warning lights, no overheating indications, no abnormal engine noises, and no performance issues that would have alerted me to a","quote_2_odi":"11378284","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLS WITHOUT WARNING. ENGINE STOPS RUNNING. AFTER A SHORT TIME, IT CAN BE STARTED AFTER SEVERAL TRIES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT5","model_slug":"xt5","cluster_id":"xt5-2020-transmission-slip-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11650352","quote_1_text":"When driving on the interstate traveling roughly 70 miles an hour went to accelerate and vehicle transmission made a hard shift and clunk. Then RPMs all transmission started slipping attempted to use paddle shifter to change gear felt transmission engage a different gear than","quote_2_odi":"11742938","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into different gears. The Check Engine warning light was illuminated. The failure persisted while the contact's wife was driving, and the","quote_3_odi":"11523070","quote_3_text":"This vehicles transmission has went out twice. Both while driving and could have caused death on the freeway because the vehicle came to a complete stop. 2 young children could be at high risk for this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT6","model_slug":"xt6","cluster_id":"xt6-2020-automatic-braking-overbrakes","label":"Automatic braking applies hard with no hazard present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11492475","quote_1_text":"While reversing at a downward slope, sudden strong braking will occur. It does not always happen but when it does it is very alarming and loud. I’m guessing something is wrong with the Automatic Emergency Braking system. There is no warning prior to it happening. I fear these","quote_2_odi":"11420090","quote_2_text":"Cadillac Case number is 9-6766521074. The Cadillac CT6 has a flaw in the intelligent braking assist(IBA) software. When no collision is imminent, pushing the brake even slightly results in extremely hard overbraking causing all items to fly forward. There is no way to turn off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT6","model_slug":"xt6","cluster_id":"xt6-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera goes black in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11471702","quote_1_text":"The back up camera is intermittently non functional when placed in reverse gear. A red triangle and red camera icon appear on the screen with a circle and slash through it. GM has posted a Bulletin #PIC6420 that offers a solution stating that it is likely a connection concern","quote_2_odi":"11446363","quote_2_text":"Backup Camera issues. I have had my 2020 XT6 Cadillac in for service three times. They have not been able to fix the issue. This is an intermittent issue at times and other times it stays off for a long period of time. I have a black screen with a camera with a red circle and","quote_3_odi":"11390254","quote_3_text":"ALL CAMERAS STOPPED WORKING. WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO REVERSE THE SCREEN GOES BLACK WITH A RED TRIANGLE (WARNING) AND A RED CAMERA WITH A CIRCLE AND SLASH THROUGH IT (NO CAMERA). SERVICE DEPARTMENT INDICATED THAT THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN (PIC6420A), BUT PARTS ARE NOT YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT6","model_slug":"xt6","cluster_id":"xt6-2020-cabin-water-leak","label":"Water leaks into cabin, damages electronics","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11669336","quote_1_text":"Way back rear window leaks in car wash or heavy rain","quote_2_odi":"11548403","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated that after entering the front passenger’s side of the vehicle, she observed water leaking into the interior. After a visual inspection, the contact discovered water damage to the floorboards. The vehicle was taken to the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT6","model_slug":"xt6","cluster_id":"xt6-2020-electrical-fuel-gauge-cluster","label":"Fuel gauge or instrument cluster malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11376912","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL GAUGE IS INTERMITTENTLY NOT SHOWING THE LEVEL OF FUEL IN THE FUEL TANK. HAD TO DRIVE TO THE DEALERSHIP WHEN THIS OCCURRED TO HAVE THE TECHNICIANS READ THE CODES ON THE COMPUTER. IF YOU SHUT THE CAR OFF, THE FUEL GAUGE RESETS AND THE TECHNICIANS ARE UNABLE TO FIND THE","quote_2_odi":"11373575","quote_2_text":"2020 CADILLAC XT6 WITH ALL OPTIONS AND NEW VEHICLE WITH LESS THAN 400 MILES, FUEL GAUGE INDICATOR HASH MARKS THAT SHOW THE LEVEL OF FUEL ON THE FUEL GAUGE INTERMITTENTLY STOP WORKING UPON ENGINE STARTUP. DEALER HAS ALREADY CHECKED COMPUTER CODES AND FOUND NO ERROR CODES. DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11331957","quote_3_text":"BRAND NEW OFF DEALER LOT NEEDED NEW BATTERY. FROM THAT POINT FORWARD THE VEHICLE'S ELECTRONICS CONSTANTLY MALFUNCTIONED. THE DEALER TRIED EVERYTHING INCLUDING WORKING WITH CADILLAC FOR NEW PARTS AND SUGGESTIONS TO MAKE THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FUNCTION NORMALLY. AFTER THREE WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2020,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XT6","model_slug":"xt6","cluster_id":"xt6-2020-steering-assist-reduced-powertrain","label":"Steering assist reduced warning tied to powertrain fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11626377","quote_1_text":"There is a known problem, which Cadillac refuses to recall, regarding a steering assist reduced warning. The warning light disables the air conditioning system and steering assist. When the light comes on, reduced power to the steering system occurs. I took the vehicle in to be","quote_2_odi":"11632207","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Cadillac XT6. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power. The vehicle was restarted from the Cadillac App via phone. The contact stated that during the second failure \" The steering assist is reduced drive with care\" warning","quote_3_odi":"11733526","quote_3_text":"at 60,740 miles, \"Steering Assist is Reduced Drive with Care\" message appeared. Under warranty, but dealership booked for 2 months. Error went away. After powertrain warranty expires (70,000 miles), message constantly appears, and coolant thermostat display is BLANK. Results in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/cadillac/xt6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-air-suspension-failure","label":"Rear air suspension leveling system failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10905186","quote_1_text":"REAR SUSPENSION FAILED DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT APPROX 60 MPH. REAR END OF VEHICLE WAS LOWERED TO THE POINT WHERE THE TIRE WAS RUBBING ON UNDERCARRIAGE. CAR WAS VERY UNSTABLE AND BOUNCING UP AND DOWN VIOLENTLY. MESSAGE ON DASHBOARD STATED \"SERVICE LEVELING SYSTEM\"","quote_2_odi":"11099537","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY, MY REAR SUSPENSION LOST ALL AIR AND DROPPED FULLY CAUSING A VERY BUMPY RIDE AND UNSAFE HANDLING. VEHICLE SHOWED A LEVELING FAULT ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"11402892","quote_3_text":"THE SUSPENSION IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT WARNING TOTALLY COLLAPSE. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO ONE FIRST GETTING INTO AND STARTING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen and infotainment display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11328171","quote_1_text":"2013 CADILLAC XTS CUE SYSTEM DISPLAY SCREEN HAS SPIDER CRACK THROUGH OUT THE SCREEN. IT DOES NOT RESPOND TO TOUCH","quote_2_odi":"11219847","quote_2_text":"THE CUE SYSTEM IN MY CAR DOES NOT WORK AND HAS NOT WORKED SINCE SEPTEMBER, 2018. THIS AFFECTS THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM, PHONE SYSTEM, CLIMATE CONTROLS (HEATING AND COOLING), RADIO AND WEATHER CHANNEL","quote_3_odi":"11140826","quote_3_text":"THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM IN MY 2013 CADILLAC XTS IS INOPERATIVE. CADILLAC HAS KNOWN ABOUT THIS ISSUES SINCE 2013. THE SCREEN CRACKS AND THE NAVIGATION AND HEATER CONTROLS DO NOT FUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-electrical-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine stall and electrical power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11122476","quote_1_text":"IN THE LAST TWO YEARS THE CAR RANDOMLY HAS A COMPLETE POWER FAILURE AND LOSS OF POWER AND ELECTRICAL WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10916496","quote_2_text":"CAR LOST ENGINE POWER, POWER STEERING, POWER BREAKS AND ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTION EXCEPT FOR HAZARD LIGHTS. THIS HAS HAPPENED 7 TIMES AND I HAVE TAKEN IT FOR TWO REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11499363","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that they parked their vehicle and approximately 5-10 minutes afterward the vehicle caught fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-headrest-lock-failure","label":"Rear seat headrest fails to lock upright","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11550616","quote_1_text":"Rear seat head restraint does not lock in upright position. I drive with read head restraint folded down for visibility","quote_2_odi":"10919147","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC XTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 12V525000 (SEATS), BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_3_odi":"11656856","quote_3_text":"My VIN is not associated with the recall, identified as NHTSA ID 12V525. It affected 12,626 2013 Cadillac XTS vehicles manufactured between October 12, 2011, and August 30, 2012","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof glass shattering or seal leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10990865","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON EXPRESSWAY GOING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH SUNROOF GLASS SUDDENLY EXPLODED OUT OF NOWHERE, GLASS SHATTERED AND SPREAD ALL THROUGHOUT MY CAR DROPPING ONTO MYSELF MY WIFE AND MY CHILDREN","quote_2_odi":"11012386","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF SEAL HAS DETACHED FROM PRESS FITTING WITH SUNROOF AND LEAKS WATER WHILE DRIVING DURING RAIN","quote_3_odi":"10573402","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2013,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2013-wheel-rim-bending-vibration","label":"Wheel rim bending and tire vibration","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10825644","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC XTS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT ALL FOUR RIMS WERE BENT","quote_2_odi":"10734072","quote_2_text":"RIMS ARE POOR DESIGN . ALL RIMS ARE BENT WITH NORMAL DRIVINGS","quote_3_odi":"11033546","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CADILLAC XTS WITH VOGUE CUSTOM BUILT TIRES, SIZE: 245/40/20 (NA). WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE WAS CUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"cadillac-xts-2014-catalytic-converter-crack","label":"Catalytic converter crack or separation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11531587","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine. The contact stated exhaust started entering the cabin of the vehicle through the vents","quote_2_odi":"11621972","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated that while his son and wife were driving back to the residence at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"cadillac-xts-2014-cue-touchscreen-failure","label":"CUE touchscreen freezing and screen cracking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11062747","quote_1_text":"MY CADILLAC CUE TOUCHSENSE TOUCH SCREEN IS NO LONGER FUNCTIONING AT ANY TIME, SITTING STILL OR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE SCREEN IS SPIDER WEBBED (DELAMINATION OF CONDUCTIVE LAYER OF MATERIAL BEHIND THE GLASS)","quote_2_odi":"11375867","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC XTS. THE CONTACT STATED THE NAVIGATION SCREEN HAD SPIDER WAS FRACTURED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WHEN TOUCHED","quote_3_odi":"11698180","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Cadillac XTS. The contact stated while parked and occupied in the vehicle, attempting to start the vehicle infotainment system displays a black screen and glitched. An independent mechanic was contacted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"cadillac-xts-2014-rear-air-suspension-collapse","label":"Rear air suspension collapse while driving","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11452013","quote_1_text":"I was driving north on I-65 traveling about 65mph and the Rear Air Suspension failed and dropped to the point the tires were about 1 inch (2.54 cm) from the finder wells. I lost control of the car, the rear end was bouncing, almost causing me to crash","quote_2_odi":"11300084","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 XTS HAS 25K MILES. THE REAR ELECTRONIC AIR RIDE SUSPENSION INTERMITTENTLY FAILS CAUSING THE REAR END OF THE CAR TO BE LOWERED ALMOST TO THE GROUND MAKING IT VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE EVEN AT LOW SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11207884","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A CITY STREET IN TRAFFIC AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES AN HOUR AND THE REAR AIR SUSPENSION DEFLATED AND THE REAR OF MY CAR WAS LAYING ON TOP OF MY REAR TIRES CAUSING THEM TO RUB AGAINST THE INSIDE OF THE REAR WHEEL WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"cadillac-xts-2014-rear-brake-lockup-fire","label":"Rear brake lockup and engine compartment fire","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11682660","quote_1_text":"My back brakes have locked up on me while going 65 miles a hour. It was smoking bad when I had to get back home","quote_2_odi":"10627565","quote_2_text":"SHORT VERSION: WHILE DRIVING APPROX. 55MPH, REAR BRAKES LOCKED UP. WE PULLED OVER INTO A PARKING LOT AND THE BRAKES WERE SMOKING AND A SMALL FIRE APPEARED ON EACH REAR BRAKE. A PERSON WHO SAW US PULL INTO THE PARKING LOT RAN OVER AND PUT OUT THE FIRE ON EACH BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10616272","quote_3_text":"AT 5:15AM, 5/29/14, MY XTS WHILE PARKED IN MY RESIDENCE DRIVEWAY SPONTANEOUSLY CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE EMANATED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND DESTROYED THE ENTIRE FRONT 1/2 OF THE VEHICLE. NORTH FARMINGDALE FD RESPONDED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2014,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"cadillac-xts-2014-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering seizure and loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10845998","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CADILLAC XTS. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH IN SNOWY CONDITIONS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF AND ON AND THE STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL","quote_2_odi":"11047649","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GOES OUT AND MAKES THE CAR IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER OR MANEUVER. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON WHILE IN MOTION AND THE CAR LOSES SPEED CAUSING OTHER CARS TO ALMOST REAR END YOU ON CITY STREETS","quote_3_odi":"11155444","quote_3_text":"TAKATA INFLATTORS: HAD BEEN HAVING DIFFICULTY WITH THE STEERING IN MY CADILLAC 2014 CADILLAC XTS VSPORT FOR SOMETIME BACK IN 2017. IT WOULD BECOME HARD TO STEER AT TIMES WHEN NEGOTIATING TURNS ESPECIALLY OR WHEN BACKING UP AND TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2016-cue-screen-crack-freeze","label":"CUE touchscreen cracking and freezing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11610420","quote_1_text":"Screen completely unresponsive and delaminated","quote_2_odi":"11527798","quote_2_text":"Spider cracks in CUE system not allowing visibility during reverse, safety concern.","quote_3_odi":"11161845","quote_3_text":"FOR THE PAST 3-4 WEEKS WHILE DRIVING, THE CUE SYSTEM WILL START TO BEEP, CHANGE PRE-SET RADIO CHANNELS AND THE SCREEN WILL FREEZE UP. THE BEEPING STILL CONTINUES. AFTER A SHORT PERIOD AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF IT IS FINE BUT BEGINS THE SAME SYMPTOMS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2016-fuel-system-leaks","label":"Fuel system leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11528784","quote_1_text":"when You fill up the car. gas leaks to the ground. I culd smell the fumes coming out of my home heater vents in My bedroom. I went to the garage and the fumes were very strong. I open both garage doors a nd the man door.…","quote_2_odi":"10851433","quote_2_text":"ON 2/31/16 I DROVE MY NEW VEHICLE FROM MY HOME TO THE GROCERY STORE APPROX.2.5 MILES AWAY,AS I WAS PARKING MY VEHICLE IN THE H/C SPOT ,A GOOD \"SAMARITAN\" TAPPED ON MY WINDOW & INFORMED ME THAT MY NEW VEHICLE WAS LEAKING GAS,HE CALLED 911 TO HAVE THE FIRE DEPARTMENT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2016-seat-belt-lockup","label":"Seat belt lockup after collision","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10970074","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 XTS CADILLAC WAS INVOLVED IN A ROAD ACCIDENT MONDAY, FEB.6 IN HARPER COUNTY, KANSAS. IT SUSTAINED APPROX. $20K DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOCKED SEAT BELTS, WHICH WERE IN USE AT TIME OF ACCIDENT.…","quote_2_odi":"10979508","quote_2_text":"CPSC: MY 2016 XTS CADILLAC WAS INVOLVED IN A ROAD ACCIDENT MONDAY, FEB.6 IN HARPER COUNTY, KANSAS. IT SUSTAINED APPROX. $20K DAMAGE, INCLUDING LOCKED SEAT BELTS. *BF UPDATED 04/21/2017*JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of gear engagement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10886285","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I-5 CAR STARTED JERKING AND DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE WHEN I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS. I PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE CAR IT WOULD NOT GO IN GEAR AND MOVED 2-3 MILES AN HOUR AT A TIME. TRIED PUTTING IT IN REVERSE AND WOULD NOT MOVE AT ALL.…","quote_2_odi":"11513373","quote_2_text":"Transmission issues. In Virginia in addition to other states with same issues. Judge IN Michigan order class action suit to go forward against GM. Virginia cars should added to the list of other 26 states identified by the court.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2016,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2016-wheel-tire-damage","label":"Alloy wheel bending and tire sidewall damage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11431624","quote_1_text":"20-inch aluminum alloys wheels are all bent. I purchased this vehicle from a dealer near Lansing, Michigan. Upon test driving there were 2 wheels low on air. The dealer inspected the wheels and assured me they were fine. Once I got home I took the car to a local dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11597537","quote_2_text":"I was forced onto the shoulder of the interstate by a vehicle that came into my lane. As I went onto the shoulder, I hit a pothole (there were several), and it split my factory rim in half…","quote_3_odi":"11433567","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Cadillac XTS equipped with Vogue Tires, Tire Line: Signature V, Tire Size: 245/40/R20, DOT Number: (Unknown). While driving 35 MPH, the rear passenger’s side tire experienced a blowout.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2017-cue-screen-freeze-crack","label":"CUE touchscreen freezes and cracks","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11430908","quote_1_text":"The CUE system freezes up and is unusable. It is intermittant","quote_2_odi":"11254677","quote_2_text":"THE CUE SCREEN LOCKS UP AND BECOMES INOPERABLE SEVERAL TIMES A DAY. IT CAUSES THE HEAT OR A/C TO NOT WORK PROPERLY AND I AM UNABLE TO USE ANY FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist quits while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11241125","quote_1_text":"ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS OVER THE LAST FEW MONTHS THE POWER STEERING HAS QUIT WORKING WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED WHILE TURNING AND WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT. HAS HAPPENED WHILE ACCELERATING AND WHILE DRIVING CONSTANT SPEED","quote_2_odi":"11537429","quote_2_text":"The latest is driving up a hill @ 25 mph, the steering wheel jerked hard to the right at 2 different times. Had I not had a solid grip on the wheel, it would have taken down a 500 foot drop and we wouldn't be here today","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2017-rear-air-suspension-drop","label":"Rear air suspension drops unexpectedly","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11521451","quote_1_text":"Rear suspension not holding air. Rear suspension went flat while driving in highway. Had to pull over due to sudden rough ride","quote_2_odi":"11287412","quote_2_text":"2017 XTS, REAR SUSPENSION AIR BAGS FAIL WHILE DRIVING, STOPED AND EVEN PARKED. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OR JUST PARKED REAR END WILL DROP UNEXPECTEDLY. THE REAR END WILL START TO BOUNCE WITH JUST THE SLIGHTEST UNEVEN ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2017,"make":"Cadillac","make_slug":"cadillac","model":"XTS","model_slug":"xts","cluster_id":"xts-2017-transmission-shudder-stall","label":"Transmission shudder and stall accelerating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11033158","quote_1_text":"XT5 HAS A TRANSMISSION SHUDDER, BETWEEN 16MPH AND 50MPH, WITH THE AISIN AF50-8 TRANSMISSION. GM REPORTS NO PROBLEM WITH THE AISIN. CADILLAC TECHNICIAN DROVE VEHICLE AND DID NOTICE SHUDDER","quote_2_odi":"11654116","quote_2_text":"In 2019, GM released service bulletin 18-NA-358 that confirms the company's knowledge of of defective parts in transmissions. I have a 2017 Cadillac XTS experiencing these symptoms and GM should be responsible for parts failing due to metal shavings","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/cadillac/xts","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/cadillac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in a crash or deployed unexpectedly","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11593712","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, he lost control of the vehicle after driving over a pothole and crashed into a telephone pole","quote_2_odi":"11396172","quote_2_text":"AFTER WASHING MY 2007 AVALANCHE THE SEATBELT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE EXPLODED AND MY BRAKES STARTED TO FLUCTUATE AND MAKE A SPRING NOISE","quote_3_odi":"11269061","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHEN I WASN'T DRIVING OR HIT ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-dashboard-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11421261","quote_1_text":"Dashboard crack, around passenger side airbag. Started in 2009 and has gotten larger since","quote_2_odi":"11416458","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKED IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, WITHOUT ANY MAJOR ACCIDENT/NO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT","quote_3_odi":"11092596","quote_3_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS NUMEROUS CRACKS THAT WILL SEND SHRAPNEL FLYING WHEN THE AIRBAGS DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter collapse and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11732748","quote_1_text":"Traveling hiway on cruise. My 5.3l down shifted to accelerate to go up an incline. Shortly after that there was low to almost no power","quote_2_odi":"11428111","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated while driving 45 mph, the vehicle was making an abnormal tapping sound","quote_3_odi":"11328992","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS 120,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS A RANDOM MISFIRE, WITH TRACTION CONTROL AND STABILTRACK WARNINGS AND A FLASHING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked and not running","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11399190","quote_1_text":"I DROVE TO WORK & PARKED MY 2007 AVALANCHE IN MY EMPLOYERS TRUCK GARAGE AS I DO EVERY DAY","quote_2_odi":"11255693","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE, WHILE PARKED IN APARTMENT PARKING LOT, ENGINE NOT RUNNING","quote_3_odi":"11255913","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE AND/OR EXPLODED WHILE SITTING IN APARTMENT PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"StabiliTrak and traction control warnings, reduced power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11229337","quote_1_text":"STABILITRAK AND REDUCED ENGINE POWER COMES ON AT RATES OF SOMETIMES 3-4 TIMES PER DAY","quote_2_odi":"11114692","quote_2_text":"STABILITY CONTROL WARNING POPS UP ON DISPLAY, RESULTING IN A SEVERE POWER REDUCTION","quote_3_odi":"11173387","quote_3_text":"STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING MESSAGES FREQUENTLY DISPLAY AND CAUSE HARSH SHIFTING AND REDUCED POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2007-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":107,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":493,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11395631","quote_1_text":"CHEVY AVALANCHE WAS RECALLED FOR AIRBAGS BUT DEALERSHIP SAID THEY ARE WAITING ON REPLACEMENT PARTS. IT'S BEEN ABOUT 5 YEARS NOW","quote_2_odi":"11268906","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL LETTER DATED JULY 2016 FOR TAKATA AIRBAGS BUT EVERYTIME THAT I CONTACT MULTIPLE CHEVY DEALERS THEY SAY THAT GM HAS NOT RELEASED THIS RECALL AND IS STILL ARGUING WITH NHTSA ABOUT THE NEED FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11064955","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL HAS NOT BEEN FIXED AS OF THIS DATE. THE RECALL WAS IN MAY OF 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2008-airbag-inadvertent-nondeployment","label":"Air bag deployed without a crash or failed to deploy in one","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11428986","quote_1_text":"2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTO ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11366641","quote_2_text":"WE HAD A BLOWOUT ON OUR 2008 CHEVY AVALANCHE. WHEN THE TIRE BLEW OUT, ALL THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. NO CRASH HAPPENED! ONLY A TIRE BLOWING!! GOING LESS THAN 10MPH","quote_3_odi":"11061163","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, ALL SIX AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITH FORCE. THERE WAS NO WARNING OR IMPACT PRIOR TO THE DEPLOYMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2008-dashboard-cracking-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near instrument panel and air bag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11457883","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated upon purchasing the vehicle at the used car dealer, he noticed that the dashboard of the vehicle was cracked and the crack was extending towards the front passenger's side air bag location","quote_2_odi":"11405141","quote_2_text":"CRACKED DASHBOARD DEFECT. I ASKED THE MANUFACTURER (GM) WHAT HAPPENS TO A CRACKED DASHBOARD DURING A COLLISION?","quote_3_odi":"11115863","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN 2 YRS SINCE I WAS NOTIFIED OF THE AIRBAG RECALL. MY AVALANCHE SENSORS ARE STATING THE AIRBAG SYSTEM HAS FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2008-electrical-loss-of-power","label":"Loss of engine power or electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11583489","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and independently turned off. After restarting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11021484","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED AND DECREASED, THE HEADLIGHTS FLASHED INTERMITTENLY, AND THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WITH DIFFERENT WARNING SENSORS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10969345","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2008-engine-lifter-oil-consumption","label":"Engine lifter failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11383065","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2008 CHEVY AVALANCHE LTZ WITH THE 5.3L V8 ENGINE WITH ADAPTIVE FUEL MANAGMENT. IT WAS PURCHASED USED WITH 120K MILES. IT BECAME APPARENT THAT THE ENGINE WAS CONSUMING OIL, 1-2 QUARTS PER 3000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11204996","quote_2_text":"THE ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT (AFM) SYSTEM HAS FAILED CAUSING THE MOTOR TO LOSE COMBUSTION IN ONE OF THE AFM CYLINDERS (CYLINDER 7 TO BE EXACT) DUE TO THE AFM LIFTER FAILED AND HAS JAMMED THE EXHAUST VALVE OPEN","quote_3_odi":"10934012","quote_3_text":"THE 5.3 VORTEC ENGINE LIFTERS COLLAPSE TOOK TO DEALER FIXED FOR 1000.00 DOLLARS DROVE 30 MILES HOME FROM DEALERSHIP STARTED TICKING AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2008-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11607118","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11395365","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED NOTICE OF RECALL MANY YEARS AGO. REMEDY HAS NEVER BEEN COMPLETED AFTER MANY CALLS TO MANUFACTURER, DEALER AND NHTSA OVER MANY YEARS. THE EXCUSE IS ALWAYS THAT THE REPLACEMENT PART IS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11056011","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" THIS RECALL IS STILL OPEN AND ACTIVE ON MY VEHICLE! NEITHER GM OR TAKATA ARE DOING ANYTHING ABOUT THIS! THE GM RECALL SITE STILL STATES, INCOMPLETE, REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11072046","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN MANY PLACES LEAVING SOME PIECES LOOSE, WITH SOME OF THE PIECES SHARP. IF THE AIRBAGS WERE TO DEPLOY, THOSE PIECES COULD BE THROWN INTO PASSENGER FACES","quote_2_odi":"11397948","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD IS SEVERELY CRACKED. EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES NOT SECURED TO UNIT","quote_3_odi":"10870959","quote_3_text":"CRACKED DASH. INHERENT DESIGN FAULT. GM NOT INTERESTED IN REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT. POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE IF AIR BAG DEPLOYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2010-reduced-engine-power-stall","label":"Reduced engine power and unexpected stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10936083","quote_1_text":"STABILITRAC AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS CAME ON ALONG WITH SERVICE BOTH AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON AND SOMETIMES FLASHES. TRUCK IS IDLING VERY ROUGH AND SEEMS TO DOWNSHIFT HARD FROM 2ND TO 1ST","quote_2_odi":"11279769","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE REGAINED POWER WITHIN LESS THAN A MINUTE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11161426","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL AND THE REMEDY TO FIX IT IS UNAVAILABLE FOR OVER A YEAR NOW. GM KEEPS TELLING ME THAT I HAVE A SAFE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10946157","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANY RECALL NOTICE. NO ACCIDENT JUST WANT ANY DEFICIENCY INVOLVED IN THE RECALL CORRECTED. LOOKING FOR ANY NOTICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2011-dashboard-cracking-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10948457","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10920036","quote_2_text":"MY DASHBOARD RIGHT ABOVE THE DRIVE SEAT INSTRUMENT CLUSTER HAS A LARGE CRACK AND GETTING BIGGER. POSSIBLE SAFETY ISSUE WHEN TRAVELING THE VIBRATION OF THE ROAD INCREASE CRACKING","quote_3_odi":"10864595","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKING (MAJOR) NEXT TO AIRBAG AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2011-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11183690","quote_1_text":"ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT PROBLEM - OIL PASSING THE O-RINGS ON THE PISTONS WHICH IS CAUSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON AND ONE CYLINDER OUT OF THE SEVEN NOT WORKING AT ALL. IT CAUSED 2 NEW SPARK PLUGS TO BREAK","quote_2_odi":"10852819","quote_2_text":"AT 40000 WE NOTICED WE WERE HAVING ISSUES WITH MY AVALANCHE BURNING OIL, WHEN WE ASKED THE TECH AT CHEVY HE TOLD ME THAT WAS NORMAL FOR THE NEWER ENGINES TO BURN OIL, AT 130,000 MILE WE STARTED HAVING PROBLEM WITH A SPARK PLUG FOULING OUT, I READ THAT THIS WAS DIRECTLY RELATED","quote_3_odi":"10669442","quote_3_text":"AT @4000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. THE DEALERSHIP FOUND THAT THERE WAS NO OIL IN THE ENGINE AND #1 SPARK PLUG WAS BAD. THEY REPLACED THE PLUG & OIL. AGAIN ABOUT ANOTHER 4000 MILE IT DID THE SAME THING. THEY REPLACED THE VALVE GUIDE SEALS, THAT STOPPED THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2011-powertrain-lunge-forward","label":"Powertrain lunge forward when slowing","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10533370","quote_1_text":"AT TIMES WHEN MY AVALANCHE IS SLOWING DOWN (CLOSE TO A STOP) THE TRUCK WILL LUNGE FORWARD. IT FEELS LIKE IT'S SOMETHING WITH THE TRANSMISSION (DOWNSHIFTING?). ALMOST LIKE A SURGE OF ENERGY UNEXPECTEDLY PUSHES THE TRUCK FORWARD. IT DOES CATCH ME OFF GUARD AT TIMES, BUT LUCKILY I","quote_2_odi":"10639540","quote_2_text":"AT TIMES WHILE SLOWING DOWN (CLOSE TO A STOP) THE TRUCK WILL LUNGE FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY PUSHES THE TRUCK FORWARD. THIS IS GENERALLY IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. IT BECOME VERY UNSAFE WHILE THE PROXIMITY OF OTHER CARS DURING THIS TIME IS VERY CLOSE AND COULD CAUSE INJURY. THIS IS AN","quote_3_odi":"10593573","quote_3_text":"WHEN SLOWING DOWN THE VEHICLE SURGES FORWARD EVEN WHEN BRAKE IS BEING APPLIED. IT DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE RELATED TO ENGINE SURGE AS IT DOES WITH SUDDEN GEAR CHANGE AS IF THE VEHICLE IS SPEEDING UP FROM A STAND STILL. THIS OCCURRED AS I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHICH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2011-stall-esc-warning-lights","label":"Reduced engine power with stability control warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11180729","quote_1_text":"SERVICE STABILITRAC SYSTEM INDICATION COMES ON, WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND ENGINE POWER REDUCED. HAPPENS RANDOMLY, CANNOT FIND A \"COMMON CAUSE\" SPENT LOTS OF MONEY ON PCM, BCM, MEMORY SEAT MODULE, BATTERY CABLES, BATTERY, BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH, ETC. ETC. DANGEROUS CONDITION WHEN","quote_2_odi":"10995067","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG SERVICE LIGHT IS ON THE TRUCK WILL SURGE WITH NO WARNING CAUSE THE INSTRUMENT TO BLACK OUT AND WOULD CAUSE THE TRUCK TO STOP CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON WITH NO KEY AND CONTROL ON THE STEERING NOT FUNCTIONAL","quote_3_odi":"10683629","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY TRUCK AT ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON THE DASH AND MY TRUCK SUDDENLY WENT FROM 45MPH TO 20 MPH AND THE MOTOR BEGAN TO MISS FIRE AND BUCK. IF THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN SOMEONE FOLLOWING ME THEY WOULD OF HIT ME IN THE REAREND DUE TO THE SUDDEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11144728","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\"DANGER OF TAKATA INFLATORS","quote_2_odi":"11085038","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL; NO GM REMEDY FROM TN CHEVROLET DEALERS. LIVE IN MARTIN, TN. 38237 NOTR: BELOW DATE FIELD WILL NOT ALLOW PRIOR YEAR DATE; RECALL +2 YEARS OUTSTANDING WITH NO REMEDY VIA GM TO DATE","quote_3_odi":"11039208","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY AIRBAG IS UNDER RECALL AND I CONTACTED MY DEALER WHO DOES NOT HAVE A REPLACEMENT OR KNOWS NOTHING ABOUT HOW I CAN GET A NEW PART. I AM FEARFUL TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. TAKATA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2012-airbag-warning-light-sdm","label":"Airbag warning light and SDM failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11429670","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the VIN was updated and now displayed that there was no recall associated with the VIN. The contact mentioned that the vehicle was taken to the","quote_2_odi":"11194619","quote_2_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYING ON. WAS TOLD WE NEED A NEW AIRBAG AND CONNECTOR. AIRBAG HAS NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10809418","quote_3_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I RELEASED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WHILE ON A HILL, TE VEHICLE ONLY HAD 21,000 MILES ON IT WHEN THIS HAPPENED, DEALER SAYS IT WILL COST ABOUT $1,000 TO REPLACE THE SDM DUE TO A FAILED CURRENT IN THE SDM, THIS VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT OR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2012-dashboard-crack-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11458759","quote_1_text":"There is a problem with GM vehicles developing cracked dashboards including my own. The cracks are happening around/above the instrument cluster and more importantly, around the airbag. I am concerned that the defected dashboard would cause some sort of airbag puncture if it","quote_2_odi":"10911027","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD CRACKED OVER THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND OVER THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THIS IS THE SECOND AVALANCHE THAT I HAVE OWNED THAT CRACKED IN THE SAME LOCATION; PREVIOUS YEAR WAS A 2007","quote_3_odi":"10859783","quote_3_text":"MY AVALANCHE IS A 2012 WITH 36500 MILES ON IT. I HEARD A RATTLING NOISE AND FOUND MY DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2012-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"Stabilitrak and reduced-power warnings","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11483870","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is displaying error messages Reduced Engine Power, Service Stabilitrak, Service Traction Control. It also has the related service indicator lights for the Stabilitrak, the Traction Control, and the Check Engine Light is on. There is a service bulletin for this issue","quote_2_odi":"10937543","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STABILITY TRACK WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL POSITION SENSOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10474463","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE HESITATED FOR SEVERAL SECONDS BEFORE ENGAGING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE SURGED SPORADICALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2012-steering-control-loss","label":"Steering wheel control loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10604372","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL IS DIFFICULT TO TURN OR CONTROL, WENT TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX THE PROBLEM. AFTER THE DEALERSHIP ALLEGEDLY FIX THE PROBLEM, WE HAD CONTINUED PROBLEMS WITH THE STEERING (CONTROLLING THE STEERING WHEEL) AND THEN THE TRANSMISSION CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO JUMP OR SKIP","quote_2_odi":"10522096","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT A VERY LOUD POP EMITTED FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2012-suspension-wheel-corrosion","label":"Suspension and wheel corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11587068","quote_1_text":"Rear control arms were rusted out and fell off the frame. Additionally with that happening the rear drive shaft was pulled out from transmission and could cause a vehicle to flip. Upon further investigation body frame was extremely rusted for a truck this age. 85450 mes on it","quote_2_odi":"10734156","quote_2_text":"2012 CHEVROLET AVALANCHE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ONE OF THE VEHICLE WHEELS RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT. *SMD MA 09/25 UPDATED 11/22/2017*CN","quote_3_odi":"10586492","quote_3_text":"I'VE HAD A PROBLEM WITH WHEEL CORROSION. I REPORTED THIS TO GM IN NOVEMBER 2013. THEY WOULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. ON APRIL 24, WHILE TRAVELING OUT OF STATE, MY WHEEL SENSOR WENT OFF INDICATING LOW TIRE PRESSURE. I PULLED INTO A GARAGE. THEY INFORMED ME THE PROBLEM WAS THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near instrument panel and airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11170635","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN TWO SPOTS - DRIVERS SIDE NEAR INSTRUMENT PANEL HUMP, AND PASSENGER SIDE NEAR AIRBAG. THE CRACKS ARE CONTINUING TO GET LARGER AND THE DASHBOARD HAS STATED TO VIBRATE AND RATTLE. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT A SAFETY HAZARD IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11062077","quote_2_text":"2013 CHEVY AVALANCHE WITH 100K MILES HAS CRACKS IN DASHBOARD (ON RIGHT JUST ABOVE AIR BAG) AND (ON LEFT JUST ABOVE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER) ... HAPPENED OVERNIGHT - ONE DAY FINE / NEXT DAY CRACKED ... LOOKS LIKE A SAFETY HAZARD TO ME","quote_3_odi":"11021529","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: 2013 CHEVY AVALANCHE LTZ CRACKING AND SEPARATING DASHBOARD ALONG WITH RATTLING AROUND THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG HOUSING. SAFETY HAZARD !!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2013-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle and door pull failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11353773","quote_1_text":"DOOR HANDLES. DRIVER DOOR, FAILED 2 TIMES, FRONT PASSENGER SIDE FAILED 1 TIME, REAR PASSENGER SIDE FAILED 1 TIME. COULD NOT ENTER OR EXIT THE VEHICLE VIA DOOR WITH FAILED HARDWARE","quote_2_odi":"11081422","quote_2_text":"INTERIOR DOOR PULL DISINTEGRATING MORE AND MORE EACH DAY WITH NO WAY TO REPLACE JUST THIS PULL HANDLE. IT IS MADE WITH VERY CHEAP WHITE PLASTIC","quote_3_odi":"11048883","quote_3_text":"DOOR HANDLE BOLT ANCHORS BREAKING AND FAILING. BOTH READ DOOR HANDLES HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED. WHEN THEY FAIL THE DOOR HANDLE PULLS OUT FROM THE DOOR PANEL AND EVENTUALLY WILL BREAK APART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2013-engine-power-reduced","label":"Engine power reduction and Stabilitrak warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11536637","quote_1_text":"I am an owner of a 2013 Chevy Avalanche and must say that i enjoy driving this vehicle. The problem that i have is the vehicle has been going into Engine Power Reduced Mode. This mode makes the vehicle hard to accelerate to highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11118318","quote_2_text":"STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS KEEP COMING ON AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. LOSES POWER AND STABILITY WHILE GOING UPHILL OR ACCELERATING. GM SERVICE OUT OF WARRANTY. LOOKED AT POSSIBLE RECALLS NONE AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11385622","quote_3_text":"MY CHEVY AVALANCHE HAS A GENERATION FOR VORTEX 5300 ENGINE WE ARE USING AT LEAST A QUARTER VOLT IN BETWEEN OIL CHANGES ALSO THE OIL MONITORING SYSTEM IS ALLOWING ME TO DRIVE AND TO OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITHOUT ADEQUATE OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall part delays and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11709721","quote_1_text":"I had an auto accident that totaled my vehicle (2013 Chevy Avalanche). It was t-boned by the other vehicle with significant damage from the front quarter panel to the rear quarter panel. All on the driver's side. NONE of the airbags deployed in my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11423783","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was not taken to a local dealer","quote_3_odi":"11468643","quote_3_text":"In December of 2020 we took our vehicle cannon dealership,the 2013 avalanche had a recall to repair a part for the takata air bag,on January 17,2022 we had and accident, some one pulling a cow hauling trailer pull out in front of us and we hit into the cow trailer,and the air","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Avalanche","model_slug":"avalanche","cluster_id":"avalanche-2013-third-brake-light-water","label":"Third brake light water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11297885","quote_1_text":"3RD BRAKE LIGHT HOLDING WATER (CONDENSATION) INSIDE. REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY 5 TIMES. VEHICLE NOT GARAGED (SITS OUTDOORS ALL THE TIME) STILL LEAKS, NOT UNDER WARRANTY ANY LONGER","quote_2_odi":"11098083","quote_2_text":"TRYING TO GET INSPECTION WAS TOLD SEALED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT HAS WATER IN LIGHT CAUSING FAILURE OF LIGHT TO FUNCTION AS REQUIRED BY LAW. HOW DOES A SEALED LED LIGHT GET WATER IN IT","quote_3_odi":"11097892","quote_3_text":"3RD BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK HAS WATER INSIDE. NO BULB TO CHANGE YOU HAVE TO CHANGE OUT THE WHOLE TAIL LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/avalanche","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10693865","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH UP A HILL TO APPROACH A STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE SWERVED AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED WHIPLASH AND RECEIVED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10606480","quote_2_text":"WE BROAD SIDED A CAR THAT PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF US AT ABOUT 40MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED BUT THE PASSENGER SIDE DID NOT. LUCKILY THE SEAT BELT SAVED ME FROM GOING THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"10419968","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRIDGE ABUTMENT AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOWING YARD, WHERE IT WAS DESTROYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2010-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10705224","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR SLOWED DOWN IN TRAFFIC. IT THEN STARTED TO BUCK THEN DIE OUT! WHEN I STARTED IT UP AGAIN, IT STARTED AND DROVE FOR A SHORT PERIOD AND DIED OUT AGAIN IN TRAFFIC!","quote_2_odi":"10632462","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10670862","quote_3_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT I REACHED APPROX 20MPH. AT THIS POINT, THE THROTTLE CEASED TO RESPOND. I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2010-ignition-switch-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch and key stuck in ignition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11152534","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FUSE AND THE GROUND WIRE HAD TO BE UNPLUGGED TO SHUT OFF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10616186","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH AND THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE POWERED OFF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS SHE WAS ABLE TO RELEASE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"10555096","quote_3_text":"I WENT TO START THE CAR AND IT WAS COMPLETELY DEAD, THE LIGHTS WORKED AND THE \"DOOR AJAR\" LIGHT WORKED ALSO, I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A SHOP WHERE I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE IGNITION SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2010-overheating-cooling-failure","label":"Engine overheating and cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10955165","quote_1_text":"OVERHEATING,THEY TOLD ME THE THERMOSTATE OPENED AND DIDN'T CLOSE.NO WARNINGS,NOTHING TO LET ME KNOW THIS HAPPENED.BLEW THE HEADS.I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY,JUST STARTED SHUTTING DOWN.I ONLY HAVE 68,000.MILES ON THIS CAR","quote_2_odi":"10959458","quote_2_text":"THERMOSTAT STAYED CLOSED.NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON.DRIVING ON INTERSTATE.CAR JUST SHUT DOWN.SPEED WAS 65 TO 70.O2 SENSOR HAS GONE OUT ALSO FOR THE SECOND TIME IN TWO AND HALF YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10595471","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET AVERO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE STALLED WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP SIGN. THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING. THE CONTACT ADDED WATER AND COOLANT IN THE RADIATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11308969","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE CAUSING THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TO TURN OFF MAKING IT DANGEROUS FOR A PASSENGER IN CASE OF ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11190040","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES; HOWEVER, THE CONTACT WAS STILL DRIVEN TO THE HOSPITAL BY A PARENT","quote_3_odi":"10783160","quote_3_text":"ON/ABOUT 07-24-2015 THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. I CONTACTED GM/CHEVROLET AND WAS TOLD TO TAKE CAR TO AUTHORIZED CHEVY MECHANIC TO DETERMINE PROBLEM. MODERN CHEVROLET MECHANIC DIAGNOSED TWO DEFECTIVE AIRBAG SENSORS IN PASSENGER AIRBAG. COST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-brake-failure","label":"Brake hose, pad, and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11186186","quote_1_text":"RIGHT FRONT BRAKE HOSE BLEW OUT LEAVING ME WITH NO BRAKE WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. UNABLE TO STOP HAD NO BRAKES HAD TO SWERVE IN ORDER TO KEEP FROM HITTING CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MECHANIC SAID IN HIS 35 YEARS AS A MECHANIC NEVER SEEN THIS HAPPEN AND TO MAKE","quote_2_odi":"10958436","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT RELEASED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND SHIFTED INTO FIRST GEAR. THE REAR BRAKES COMPLETELY FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"10462906","quote_3_text":"WHEN TURNING VEHICLE ALL THE WAY TO LEFT OR RIGHT BRAKES FAIL TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL BECOMES HARD AND GIVES YOU LESS THAN 10% BRAKING FUNCTION. IS NOT INTERMITTENT, IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME VEHICLE IS TURNED COMPLETELY TO LEFT OR RIGHT AND THE BRAKE IS APPLIED. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11011216","quote_1_text":"I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR FOR LESS THAN A YEAR AND IT HAS SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING 4 TIMES ALREADY. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR THEY SAY THEY CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG THAT THEY WOULD HAVE TO BE DRIVING IT WHEN IT SHUTS DOWN","quote_2_odi":"10621167","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING VEHICLE I PARKED IT. STARTED VEHICLE, ACCELERATED AND ENGINE STALLED. IDLED TO PARKING LOT AND ENGINE DIED. STARTED BACK UP AND EVENTUALLY GOT IT RUNNING. TOOK OFF FROM A STOP LIGHT AND STALLED WHEN APPLY GAS, FINALLY GOT IT TO DRIVE AT SPEED POSTED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10618971","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER & HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TOOK NUMEROUS TIMES TO TRY TO START IT AGAIN. NOT HAPPY WITH THIS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck or seized in ignition switch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11210060","quote_1_text":"KEY GETS LOCKED IN IGNITION. IT WONT TURN OR IF IT TURNS IT DOES NOT COME OUT","quote_2_odi":"11104108","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED AND WORSENED FOR APPROXIMATELY TWO MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"10785879","quote_3_text":"AFTER PUTTING TGE CAR IN PARK I COULDN'T GET THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION. IT'S STUCK IN THE ACCESSORY POSITION AND WON'T BUDGE. I LOOKED IT UP A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE THIS SAMS PROBLEM WITH THE AVEO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-overheating-head-gasket","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10515564","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE AND OVERHEATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTICS, WHO STATED THAT THE CAMSHAFT WAS DAMAGED. IN ADDITION, THE HEAD GASKETS WERE BLOWN","quote_2_odi":"10897088","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ENGINE OVERHEATED AND CAUSED THE RADIATOR HOLES TO EXPLODE. THE CONTACT INDEPENDENTLY REPAIRED THE RADIATOR HOLES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10453871","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE STALLED AND OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH. THE CONTACT TOWED THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER. THE DEALER REPLACED THE THERMOSTAT BUT THAT DID NOT REMEDY THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-transmission-gear-failure","label":"Transmission speedometer and gear-shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11074169","quote_1_text":"AT 60K MILES THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING. VEHICLE RUNS FINE BUT NOT HAVING A SPEEDOMETER IS A SAFETY HAZARD. THERE ARE ONLY A FEW TRANSMISSIONS THAT HAVE THIS PROBLEM WHERE THE SPEEDOMETER IN OPERATED BY A PLASTIC GEAR INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10465819","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY HESITATING FROM A STOP. THE VEHICLE WOULD MOMENTARILY HESITATE BEFORE RAPIDLY ACCELERATING. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10429547","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN AT THE DEALERS REPAIR SHOP LIKE 10+ TIMES FOR THE SAME TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. TODAY I WAS OUT ON A QUICK TRIP TO THE STORE AND WHEN I CHANGED GEARS FROM REVERSE (TO GET OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY) THEN TO DRIVE THE GEAR SHIFTER BECAME HARD TO MOVE?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Aveo","model_slug":"aveo","cluster_id":"aveo-2011-wheel-separation-steering-pull","label":"Wheel separation and steering pull","component_code":"STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10651738","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND MY WHOLE RIGHT REAR WHEEL CAME OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE ROAD OUT OF NOWHERE. I SLID ABOUT 30 YARDS DOWN THE STREET AND HIT AN OBJECT THAT DAMAGED MY FRONT END. THOUGHT IT WAS MY TIRE BUT COME TO FIND OUT IT WAS LITERALLY MY WHOLE WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10533142","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH THE TIE ROD FAILED, CAUSING THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE TO BECOME SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10368727","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET AVEO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO PULL TO THE RIGHT ABNORMALLY THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TWICE FOR A WHEEL AND STEERING ALIGNMENT BUT NONE OF THE REPAIRS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/aveo","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2019-power-steering-brake-loss","label":"Loss of power steering and brake assist","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734804","quote_1_text":"Power steering goes out intermittently while driving","quote_2_odi":"11436965","quote_2_text":"On mutiple occasions I have lost power steering and power brakes. The Brake and Traction Control lights will illuminate on the dash, but the physical buttons do not and are unresponsive","quote_3_odi":"11602686","quote_3_text":"Without warning, the brake pedal on my 2019 Chevy Blazer became hard, almost as if the car was turned off. I was unable to stop and slowly rolled into the back of a semi stopped at a stoplight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2019-shift-to-park-failure","label":"Shift-to-park sensor failure prevents engine shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11730819","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will not shut off when you shift to park. You are forced to sit in the vehicle for extended periods of time attempting to get the vehicle turned off","quote_2_odi":"11691782","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that upon shifting to park(P) and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the message \"Shift to Park\" was displayed and an alarm sounded loudly","quote_3_odi":"11618468","quote_3_text":"2019 Blazer with 73,399 miles is in Park, but displays \"Shift to Park\". System does not recognize that the vehicle is in Park. Vehicle will not turn off even after shifting transmission to drive and then to Park again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2019-thermostat-steering-assist","label":"Thermostat fault triggers reduced steering assist warning","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701796","quote_1_text":"Steering assist reduced message, then no AC, temp gauge stuck at Cold, P0128 error Code","quote_2_odi":"11720293","quote_2_text":"Faulty thermostat. Check engine light comes on due to thermostat getting stuck open and needing to be replaced. This is terrible for the engine and the environment","quote_3_odi":"11694417","quote_3_text":"Engine temperature gauge is not working. Dash is displaying driver assist issue and steering intermittently locks up while moving. Air conditioning does not work and cooling fan is running at high speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734708","quote_1_text":"The transmission or torque converter has slippage and shuddering that has caused one or both to go bad. My safety was at risk due to this item beginning to fail to cause the inability to accelerate to maintain my position in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11521060","quote_2_text":"This is less an incident and more like a concern. I noticed a slight shudder upon accelerating. It started at lower speeds, approximately 25-30 mph, and shifting between second and third gear","quote_3_odi":"11377037","quote_3_text":"MY CAR HAS A SHUDDER WHEN IT IS CRUISING AT 1500RPMS. IT IS EXTREMELY ANNOYING TO DRIVE WHEN IT FEELS LIKE I AM DRIVING ON RUMBLE STRIPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2020-oil-leak-camshaft-gasket","label":"Oil leak from camshaft carrier or valve cover gasket","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710840","quote_1_text":"I bought this car brand new. 0 miles. I’ve had an oil leak fixed once in it. And now it’s leaking oil again. I have to have it put back in the shop and pay out of pocket once again for now fault of mine. The first time it was leaking from the cam shaft. This is ridiculous","quote_2_odi":"11664003","quote_2_text":"I have an oil leak and now they are saying both of my camshaft housing gaskets are leaking it's going to take weeks to repair cause it's such a major leak","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2020-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leak requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696573","quote_1_text":"2020 Chevrolet Blazer, 19900 miles, lightly driven The radiator seam is leaking coolant, which appears to be a known issue as there are numerous complaints on various websites and forums. The vehicle is now unreliable due to an overheating risk","quote_2_odi":"11655633","quote_2_text":"I have had to replace the radiator 3 times since I've owned this vehicle. I see where there are others with the same issue. Now I have to replace the thermostat my first radiator was replaced at 16k miles","quote_3_odi":"11740743","quote_3_text":"The radiator in these cars constantly fails. This can lead to major engine issues. Multiple Chevy owners have reported defects","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2020-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park warning preventing vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681708","quote_1_text":"Shifter Assembly and Harness When putting vehicle into \"Park\" and then shutting off the vehicle a warning message would appear that the car had to be placed into park and a beeper would sound. Never sure if vehicle is actually in park","quote_2_odi":"11672407","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing the well known \"shift to park message\" while the shifter is in park. I cannot turn the vehicle off and I am worried the battery will die","quote_3_odi":"11684500","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions, my 2020 Chevrolet Blazer RS has failed to recognize when it is shifted into the \"Park\" gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2020-thermostat-steering-assist","label":"Thermostat fault triggering steering assist reduced warning","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740247","quote_1_text":"The temperature gauge does not work, it stays at cold. The heater does not work unless the car is moving. AC does not blow cold air at all. I get a message that says “steering assist is reduced. Drive with care”","quote_2_odi":"11742353","quote_2_text":"Engine temp gauge bottoms out because the thermostat is stuck open, causing the air to stop working. Also a warning that the steering assist is reduced. Eng check light comes on with a code P0208","quote_3_odi":"11665308","quote_3_text":"The blazer's check engine light came on and I had it scanned. The code was PO128 indicating that the engine coolant temperature is consistently below the thermostat regulating temperature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2020-transmission-slip-hard-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713817","quote_1_text":"\"I was in extreme danger while traveling with my [XXX] child in the vehicle on the day prior to the total failure","quote_2_odi":"11744816","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding the transmission in my 2020 Chevrolet Blazer","quote_3_odi":"11662076","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping while driving in the lower gears. The contact stated that the message “Reduced Steering - Drive with Caution” was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure including vacuum pump and pedal stiffness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-05-04 → 2025-07-30","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11676544","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2021 Chevrolet Blazer LT on the freeway with my wife and child, the “Brake Assist” warning came on and the brake pedal suddenly became extremely stiff. I was going about 65 mph, and it became difficult to slow down safely","quote_2_odi":"11670018","quote_2_text":"After the brake failure, service technicians discovered that the vacuum pump had failed, causing the  brakes to fail which led to engine damage by projecting shrapnel into the engine. This has rendered a $35,000 car purchase useless after 4 years of use","quote_3_odi":"11675890","quote_3_text":"Brakes bottomed out. Message on my dash board said “Brake System Failure reduce speed to 62” and the brake went on the way to the floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-camshaft-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft carrier oil leak attributed to sealant application","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-07 → 2026-04-28","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734437","quote_1_text":"Both camshaft carriers failed due to a manufacturing defect. According to NHTSA bulletins 21-NA-240 and PIP5755, the oil leak from the cam carrier is caused by improper sealant application during manufacturing. Although the dealer addressed the issue, it was clearly not a…","quote_2_odi":"11731606","quote_2_text":"The vehicle had an oil leak from both the left and right camshaft carriers. The dealer confirmed the issue and carried out the necessary repairs. Because the leak was not easily detectable, it could have led to engine failure while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-02-19 → 2026-07-09","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684653","quote_1_text":"I was driving down 776 (a busy highway)Blazer completely shut off, so scary almost got hit by a semi, I don’t know how he managed to get around me , I jumped out of car! Sure…","quote_2_odi":"11670138","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump module. Driving highway speeds lost all engine power as car sputtered to a stop. Luckily car srill ran enough to maintain power steering and brake function. No warning lights.Thought it was bad fuel as I had filled the tank the prior…","quote_3_odi":"11631586","quote_3_text":"I went to restart the vehicle to leave and I noticed the check engine light on. Since the vehicle seemed to be driving okay I thought I could make it home and check the car's computer to see what the issue was. As I was leaving the parking lot I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-infotainment-update-failure","label":"Infotainment system \"Update Failed\" rendering screen inoperable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-19 → 2025-03-31","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11650964","quote_1_text":"I got home from work, locked my car up for the night with everything working perfectly fine, then came out to leave for work the next morning to find “update failed. Return to dealer” on the infotainment screen. I did some pretty extensive…","quote_2_odi":"11649907","quote_2_text":"when I start my vehicle, my infotainment screen that I use for GPS and other features that are included in the safety of the car, and the screen just says, “Update Failed, Return to Dealer.”. The service advisor at Chevy says that this happens and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-steering-assist-reduced","label":"Steering assist reduction and steering gear failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01-29 → 2026-05-19","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11635399","quote_1_text":"I have a 2021 Chevy Blazer that has 31,0000 miles and my steering locked up.  I was driving and barley got into a parking lot. Told by a certified dealer it is the power steering gear and possible the power steering module. No parts available and no…","quote_2_odi":"11738765","quote_2_text":"The vehicle showed an error on the dash which stated \"Action Required Steering Assist is Reduced Drive with Care\"  I tool the vehicle to the dealer I purchased it from McClusky Chevy at Kings Auto Mall in Mason Ohio.  They informed me that the error code is…","quote_3_odi":"11539220","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 69-70 MPH, the steering wheel strongly pulled to the left side and into the roadway median. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle hit the median and bounced, facing incoming traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-thermostat-ecct-cooling-fan","label":"Thermostat / ECT sensor failure with post-shutdown fan run-on","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-10-17 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703920","quote_1_text":"\"Steering assist reduced\" message was displayed. At the same time the temperature gauge stopped working and after I shut the car off, the motor fan ran full force for 10+ minutes. Shows no check engine light","quote_2_odi":"11627479","quote_2_text":"P0128, AC not working, Steering Assist Reduced, and Temp Gauge not working. Problem caused by faulty ECT wiring.   First the problem is the ECT is a two wire (signal + and -) 26 gauge wire running through the ignition coil wire harness","quote_3_odi":"11646473","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon turning off the vehicle, the fan remained engaged for approximately 10 minutes. Additionally, the contact stated that the A/C system was intermittently inoperable. The contact stated while driving at an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2021-transmission-powertrain-failure","label":"Transmission slipping, loss of gear, and complete failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-10-07 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11577420","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway when my car started operating like it was in neutral.  RPMs was high but the car started to stall and slow down and because of it I had to immediately pull over.  The car would not go into gear.  I attempted to put it in…","quote_2_odi":"11733441","quote_2_text":"The transmission (powertrain) developed a delay when shifting into reverse, followed by harsh engagement. The condition worsened over time and resulted in a complete loss of reverse. The vehicle will not move when shifted into reverse","quote_3_odi":"11648760","quote_3_text":"there was an abnormal roaring sound coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission. The contact was informed there were metal fragments inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-dashboard-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and dashboard display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 -> 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11466538","quote_1_text":"Dashboard randomly goes black and does not work. This has happened one time while driving and I was unable to determine my speed since the speedometer is digital. I was also unable to see important information like service lights due to the faulty dashboard...","quote_2_odi":"11533621","quote_2_text":"The DIC (Driver Information Center) keeps failing since I bought the car. The volume shoots up, the controls will not work, the screen freezes and then goes black, the rear camera stays on in forward motion, it does not always reset after turning off vehicle and opening door...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744381","quote_1_text":"Car stalled and told me to put in neutral. Could smell gas. Car wouldn't come back on. Code u18a2 (lost communication with fuel pump communication module), part is available for inspection, we were all at risk due to the car stalling on the highway with no prior warnings, check...","quote_2_odi":"11559103","quote_2_text":"Chevy is aware that this vehicle has a fuel pump failure issue. We were not. The vehicle lost all power while my wife was driving on a very busy Fla highway. She attempted to pull the car over to the shoulder. She was in the far-left lane. It had no shoulder...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leak requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the coolant was leaking from the radiator. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the radiator needed to be replaced...","quote_2_odi":"11585631","quote_2_text":"Started smelling radiator fluid, took to dealership and the radiator had a hole in it. Dealership put a new one in. I drove it home and on my way home the transmission cooler line tapped out and the fluid drained all over the road. Dealership picked it up and repaired it the next...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-stuck-accelerator-pedal","label":"Unintended acceleration from stuck pedal","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2025-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11687752","quote_1_text":"Accelerating without pressing gas pedal and gas pedal won't release with braking. Brakes overheated and this went on 10 minutes before I got it to release the gas pedal so I could safely stop. I almost hit 4 vehicles on the interstate because the gas pedal went to the floor all...","quote_2_odi":"11492472","quote_2_text":"Two different events, first on the highway press the accelerator to pass, and the accelerator stuck tried to tap the brake did not change, had to repress the accelerator for it to return to normal. Second event pulling the car out of garage, to park in the driveway, when stopped...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-thermostat-steering-assist","label":"Steering assist reduction linked to thermostat failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11719873","quote_1_text":"When shutting off the car, the fan continued to run. I started the car up again to see if this would allow the fan to turn off. No luck. The steering assist was dis-enabled on the dash. I took my car to the dealer to find out that it has a bad thermostat and that my radiator was...","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-tire-tread-wear","label":"Tire tread wear at low mileage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 -> 2024-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11569096","quote_1_text":"Upon inspection when repairing a flat at a tire service center, I was alerted to the fact that my tread on all 4 tires was low almost to the wear markings. The tires only had at the time 15,000 miles on them and the car is less than 3 years old. I would have not known to check...","quote_2_odi":"11631839","quote_2_text":"265 ./ 45 R21 on our 2022 Blazer AWD Premier. I have the tires rotated every 10,000 miles and the vehicle only has 30,600 miles and all 4 tires have worn out, down to 2/32 or 3/32. I have owned 20+ GM vehicles over the past 25 years and I have never had to replace a tire due to...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11717464","quote_1_text":"Transmission completely failed while driving at highway speeds.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2023-headlight-illumination","label":"Headlight illumination failure and automatic high-beam malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715738","quote_1_text":"My bright lights do not go off when oncoming vehicles or vehicles in front of me are close and when they do dim they go on and off. People flash their brights at me causing me not to be able to sleep and this happens even when they turned off of auto.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2023-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and speedometer screen intermittent blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750847","quote_1_text":"The digital odometer and speedometer screen intermittently crashes and goes completely black for 15 to 20 seconds while the vehicle is in motion on public roads. This creates an immediate safety hazard as I am left with zero knowledge of my current speed.","quote_2_odi":"11752425","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2023 Chevrolet Blazer. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase the vehicle mileage was 57,692.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2023-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leak without warning indicators","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720888","quote_1_text":"The radiator developed a leak at around 36k miles and needed to be replaced. My understanding is that this is an ongoing problem with this vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2023-thermostat-fan-runon","label":"Thermostat failure causing cooling fan continuous operation","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740828","quote_1_text":"while driving, a code appeared on the dashboard P0128. When the vehicle's engine was switched off, the engine cooling fan continued to run. Warning light stating the steering would be disable.; however power steering was not lost. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a thermostat failure.","quote_2_odi":"11687082","quote_2_text":"Thermostat not working. Causing fan to run as if the vehicle is overheating","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-airbag-deployment-anomaly","label":"Airbag deployment anomaly","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11567393","quote_1_text":"The curtain airbags deployed at slow speed going over a speed bump. It shut off and would not start again. ONSTAR said it had been in an accident but it had not. The vehicle is at the dealership waiting on General Motors to do an inspection. There were no warnings or messages…","quote_2_odi":"11666657","quote_2_text":"I was in a wreck and the airbags didn’t deflate immediately","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-engine-fluid-leak","label":"Engine oil and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11716589","quote_1_text":"Radiator leak from the bottom left corner (driver side). Slow leak over time, no visible damage (per the service department), likely a manufacturing issue. Entire radiator required replacement.","quote_2_odi":"11722086","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer to be serviced, the contact was informed that the oil pressure was low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer confirmed an oil leak. The contact was informed that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-ev-charge-port-door","label":"EV charge port door fails to open","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11704928","quote_1_text":"Charging hatch door will not open. First noticed the problem when it got very cold here. <-15F Did not try to pry door open. Hatch needs to be reliable iin all weather. Happened December 13, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11726216","quote_2_text":"There is a defect in the motorized electric charge port door. When you press the button it rarely works to open the charge port door leaving me with unable to charge my vehicle. I fear this will leave me stranded and my only course of action will be to rip the door off in anger.…","quote_3_odi":"11693306","quote_3_text":"This is the 2nd time I have been left stranded unable to charge my vehicle due to the charge door malfuction on the vehicle. This is a safty issue due to the fact that if you are unable to charge the vehicle, you can get starnded somewhere unsafe putting yourself and family at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11648517","quote_1_text":"When making left hand turn the AEB activated for no obvious reason almost causing rear end collision chain reaction for traffic behind making same left hand turn.","quote_2_odi":"11701484","quote_2_text":"The auto emergency braking engaged while making a left turn. No cars in front. Had someone been behind me, they could have easily hit me. The seat belt locked as well resulting in being able to feel the seat belt inprint hours afterwards. This incident just happened on 11/24/25…","quote_3_odi":"11594384","quote_3_text":"On the evening of [XXX], I was making a left hand turn onto [XXX] from [XXX]. I was the second car in line on the left turn green arrow. The first car went to the right lane. I went into the left lane. My car immediately flashed the light in the front window, the alarm went off,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-instrument-display-blackout","label":"Instrument and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11734306","quote_1_text":"Driver Information Centre (DIC) and Infotainment go dark. This has happened twice now over the last 2 months. While driving suddenly the infotainment goes blank and loses the radio and then the DIC follows by going blank (dark). So I was left with no speed indication. The car…","quote_2_odi":"11712840","quote_2_text":"I have found multiple times that the Instrument Panel (IPC) display and the center Infotainment displays have gone dark while driving. This has put me in unsafe driving situations because I am unable to monitor my speed and other important information displayed on the dashboard,…","quote_3_odi":"11715867","quote_3_text":"On February 4, 2026, my wife drove to the bank, a trip of about 10 to 15 minutes, and turned off the car at the ATM. When she tried to leave, the vehicle wouldn't start. After a while, she opened and closed the door and locked and unlocked the car twice with the remote control,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-parking-brake-recall","label":"Parking brake recall repair and inspection","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11698231","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V433000 (Parking Brake). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the vehicle failed the recall inspection. The contact was informed that the…","quote_2_odi":"11697530","quote_2_text":"The car due to the parking brake system recall lost control, the brakes would not stop and caused the vehicle to crash into 2 parked cars, landing on top of the 2nd vehicle which was a pick up truck","quote_3_odi":"11620114","quote_3_text":"Breaking system not properly working . The car is brand new and the issue is going on for 2 months. Chevy dealer want to have the car for 7days but they don’t want to provide loaner or a rental. This is a dangerous issue and dealer seems to don’t care!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"blazer-2024-transmission-hesitation-failure","label":"Transmission hesitation and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11688917","quote_1_text":"The transmission in my 2024 Chevrolet Blazer is very noisy often making whining and grinding sounds and I experience rough shifting and transmission hesitation during acceleration or gear changes.","quote_2_odi":"11696006","quote_2_text":"Transmission & engine failure. Press the gas and it doesn’t move the car-feels as if it is trying to change gears and it isn’t working. Car under warranty & still not working. Been to the dealership multiple times and they are unable to fix the issue. No warning signs.","quote_3_odi":"11660799","quote_3_text":"Purchased a brand new 2024 Blazer on [XXX] - 11 miles on the vehicle from Friendly Chevrolet in Dallas, TX. Transmission failed at 1150 miles in Galveston, TX on [XXX]. According to the Galveston Dealership an extensive transmission repair was performed on the vehicle at 6 miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-collision-avoidance","label":"Forward collision avoidance and unintended acceleration","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750366","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance system had erroneously activated on several occasions. While driving very slowly, the braking system suddenly activated while leaving a dealer","quote_2_odi":"11726743","quote_2_text":"The vehicle accelerated without input and the brakes failed to respond. I am notifying you that this vehicle is a life-threatening safety risk and should not be rented again until a master technician clears the electronic throttle control and breaking system","quote_3_odi":"11742623","quote_3_text":"I was going to park in a parking lot, when my car suddenly accelerated rapidly crashing into the building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall or total power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720946","quote_1_text":"On two separate occasions the vehicle lost all power while driving. On December 5, 2025 turning on to a main road from parking lot the vehicle shut off with no prior warning lights. Shifted vehicle to park","quote_2_odi":"11714080","quote_2_text":"The engine started acting weird in traffic going down hill on freeway. Eventually turned off turning into my driveway. No warning or engine light. Towed to dealer and is in for inspection, not sure if they can repair or if they have to replace the engine","quote_3_odi":"11655111","quote_3_text":"1).Engine stopped on Interstate hiway with just 2024 miles. Towed to Chevy dealer. New engine installed. Upon return of car emission system failure. 2) Car delivered with defective windshield with major (crackle) throughout very distracting at sunrise/sunset","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-parking-brake-recall-delay","label":"Parking brake failure and recall part backorder","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11714258","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V433000 (PARKING BRAKE). The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle vibrated abnormally","quote_2_odi":"11709693","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Blazer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V433000 (Parking Brake); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_3_odi":"11711601","quote_3_text":"On December 22, 2025, I purchased a brand-new Chevrolet Blazer EV SS from a dealership located approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes away from my home. Immediately after leaving the dealership lot, I noticed a grinding / grunting noise coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-telematics-module-failure","label":"Telematics control module failure disabling OnStar","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11738977","quote_1_text":"The Telematics Module failed and is on backorder. This is a known issue across the U.S. This makes it so OnStar doesn't work and I am paying for it. Not just that the safety concern of it not working. GPS, Maps, Level 3 Tesla doesn't work","quote_2_odi":"11727054","quote_2_text":"2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV AWD purchased 5/23/25 (under 3,100 miles) The vehicle's Telematics Control Module (TCM) has failed, disabling the built-in navigation system, OnStar services, remote start, and My Chevrolet app connectivity","quote_3_odi":"11706011","quote_3_text":"Telematics control module failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11722913","quote_1_text":"Bridgestone Alenza A/S 2.0 275/45R21 I stopped to charge my vehicle, and noticed a large bubble in the sidewall. The tire has just under 11,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11664759","quote_2_text":"Driving home about 25 mph, front passenger tire blew. Put donut spare on,. Took to Dealer next morning. front control arm bushing torn out of control. This is dangerous and should not have happened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Blazer","model_slug":"blazer","cluster_id":"chevrolet-blazer-2025-windshield-wiper-visibility","label":"Windshield water leak and wiper visibility failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11742550","quote_1_text":"windshield leaking water inside of drivers compartment, headliner & side pillars (causing stained areas) as well as the top of onstar and electrical buttons on the overhead console . Found wet cup holder. Vehicle does not have a sun roof","quote_2_odi":"11701807","quote_2_text":"The visibity in sunlight is dangerously impaired with the reflection of the dashboard on the windshield . Hard to see and really distracting while driving","quote_3_odi":"11696151","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a rainy day, and noticed my windshield wipers were not working. I tried adjusting wiper speed and even the spray function, which sprayed but did not wipe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/blazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2022-camera-system-failure","label":"Rear backup and front camera system intermittent failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11-01 → 2026-08-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747801","quote_1_text":"The front facing camera and the rear backup camera and the entire camera system is intermittent. Sometimes it works and sometimes it does not. You become a bit dependent on the backup camera and when it does not work & it causes undue stress especially if you are handicapped in…","quote_2_odi":"11755653","quote_2_text":"The principal defect involves the rear-view backup camera, which has repeatedly failed despite multiple repair attempts and three new cameras. I bought a used EUV on 12/14/24 with around 25000 miles and on 6/6/25 at 31730 miles it went in for the first attempt to fix the camera","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2022-steering-no-return-center","label":"Steering gear failure and wheel not returning to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-11-01 → 2026-06-27","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11727181","quote_1_text":"There's a very common issue with these vehicles where the steering rack breaks and causes a number of issues including a clunking noise when driving over bumps and a rattle in steering wheel when turning left and right. However the most important and dangerous issue is that the…","quote_2_odi":"11746937","quote_2_text":"STEERING NOT RETURN TO CENTER. DEALER DIAGNOSED STEERING GEAR NEEDING REPLACEMENT. DANGEROUS ON TURNING ON A CORNER AS HAVE TO PULL WHEEL BACK TO CENTER MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"11641899","quote_3_text":"The steering feels like it's grinding when reaching 60mph. If the wheel is turned left of center, roughly between 11 o'clock and 12 o'clock it will start grinding. If moved from that position, the grinding stops. GM says the part is out of warranty. The vehicle has 41,000 miles…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613970","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has now suffered 5 instances of phantom braking, clear road and clear weather in 10,000 miles of use.  Two occurrences within the last week despite carefully cleaning the car and sensors/camera.  Twice I have nearly been rear-ended.  The dealer found no issues when…","quote_2_odi":"11630967","quote_2_text":"On several occasions, the car has locked the breaks, causing the car behind me to almost rear end me.  The forward collision camera thinks it sees an object or another's vehicle in front when there is nothing on the road and activates the breaks for no reason. This has happened…","quote_3_odi":"11757057","quote_3_text":"I was taking a left turn from [XXX] onto [XXX] in the outer (right) lane.  As I was exiting the turn, the AEB went off suddenly without warning -- the car came to a sudden and complete stop.  There were no cars or obstacles in the road ahead of us in either lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure to display on infotainment screen","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709222","quote_1_text":"The camera system—including the backup cameras when you put it in reverse— more often than not produce an error on the display screen instead of a view of the rear rendering this mandated safety device unusable. It is available for inspection. The rear view camera is a mandated…","quote_2_odi":"11572670","quote_2_text":"Intermittently, the car's cameras will be unavailable for the duration of a drive. Backup camera does not show a feed when the car is in Reverse. Simply turning the car off and back on again does not resolve the issue.   Issues goes away by itself, and reappears some amount of…","quote_3_odi":"11703631","quote_3_text":"Rear backup camera feed fails to display on infotainment screen. The issue appeared about a month ago and persisted until I took it into the dealership. The service center updated the software, and the camera initially worked properly again, but within 2 weeks of the repair, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-brake-lights-low-placement","label":"Rear brake and turn signal light low bumper placement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524532","quote_1_text":"The brake & turn signal lights are located at the bottom of the bumper, however the vehicle has additional taillights midway up the back of the vehicle, these are in the traditional area of the car, however these taillights in the traditional place do not indicate a stop or turn","quote_2_odi":"11590024","quote_2_text":"I purchased a used 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV one week ago today and was shocked to learn of a known issue with the rear brake lights many claim is a very serious and hazardous design flaw. Undoubtedly, you have received complaints from fellow 2022 & 2023 Chevy Bolt EUV owners who have…","quote_3_odi":"11527479","quote_3_text":"Iv'e owned the Bolt EUV for a few months and I was almost rear ended at least 4 times. One time the person tapped my rear bumper with their license plate and left a very light mark. There wasn't enough damage to make a report and the driver stated that they didnt notice me…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-infotainment-electrical-failure","label":"Infotainment and electrical system failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588118","quote_1_text":"Dashboard went blank for a second and reset itself twice while driving at 65 mph in the mountains of AZ, near sunset. This happened once in 18k of driving, right after infotainment system partially failed: audio failed and parts of touch screen failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11671074","quote_2_text":"This model has a dangerous driving problem that is difficult to reproduce; however, it points to a flaw in a coupled design that causes simple infotainment system failures to negatively impact both on-star help system and critical driving system. This problem recurred on [XXX]…","quote_3_odi":"11552107","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at slow speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated all the doors were locked except the front driver's side door and all the wheels were locked. The contact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-powertrain-shift-error","label":"Powertrain shift inhibit and transmission error messages","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11496352","quote_1_text":"I was parked coming back from a store.  I started the vehicle and was immobilized. That words “Conditions Not Correct for Shift” were on screen for almost 30 minutes.  I could not change to neutral, reverse or drive.  After shutting the vehicle off several times, I called OnStar…","quote_2_odi":"11719466","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the message \"Service Transmission - Unauthorized Shift\" was displayed. While attempting to shift into drive(D), the gear shifter failed to move to the intended selection. The contact stated that a tow truck arrived and while…","quote_3_odi":"11552320","quote_3_text":"The Transmission Fluid Pump failed, and is needing to be replaced. The car only had 200 miles on it and was bought 5 days prior before the issue began.   How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The car immediatley reduced my speed to 30mph. I was driving on an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-propulsion-speed-reduction","label":"Propulsion system error with sudden speed limitation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544123","quote_1_text":"Frightening SAFETY Problem:  Sudden Power loss on Los Angeles freeway.  About 6/21/2023 began repeated episodes where my Chevy 2023 Bolt EUV hesitated for a few seconds before responding when I pushed on the accelerator pedal. Full power and acceleration resumed right after the…","quote_2_odi":"11557050","quote_2_text":"While merging onto a highway with a 60 mph speed limit, we got an error message that there was a propulsion system error and our speed was limited to 30 mph. Our car slowed down and could not accelerate. There was no warning before the speed was limited and no way to change…","quote_3_odi":"11694806","quote_3_text":"I was driving in my neighborhood a few miles from home on a state road going about 45/50 mph. The car suddenly slowed to 30 mph without warning, an alert said there was a problem with the propulsion system and speed was limited to 30mph. There was no prior warning or indication…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-steering-no-return-to-center","label":"Steering wheel failure to return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720568","quote_1_text":"Steering gear assembly malfunction. Internal rack & pinion failure is present. Rack is binding/seized.  When making a turn on the vehicle, the steering wheel does not return to center, creating a highly dangerous situation where if the steering wheel is not manually returned to…","quote_2_odi":"11697225","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing a well known flaw in the Chevy Bolt steering rack.  The rack loses grease over time and eventually begins making clunking sounds, does not return the steering wheel to center, and makes steering less precise","quote_3_odi":"11753794","quote_3_text":"The steering is heavier on the car and does not return to center after turning. This causes danger while driving if someone cuts off in front of me or I have to stop suddenly due to an animal or any other conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EUV","model_slug":"bolt-euv","cluster_id":"bolt-euv-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609741","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 3 MPH and turning into a parking spot, the contact stated that the vehicle independently accelerated, drove over the parking bumper, and crashed into a tree","quote_2_odi":"11590527","quote_2_text":"While turning into a parking space, my car unexpectedly accelerated rapidly. My car crashed into a concrete barrier damaging the front end and tossing items around the car.  Additional details: I was driving my car in single-pedal mode. In this mode, when you lift your foot from…","quote_3_odi":"11661681","quote_3_text":"While slowing down to park, just before stopping, my husband took his foot off the pedal and the car accelerated. This happened twice in the past week. He had the “break assist” feature engaged, which automatically breaks the car when you remove your foot from the accelerator.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-euv","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage battery fire risk under recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":86,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11339878","quote_1_text":"MY 2019 CHEVY BOLT WAS FULLY CHARGED AND DRIVEN FOR 12 MILES TO OUR DESTINATION, A TOWNHOUSE DEVELOPMENT WITH PRIVATE OUTDOOR OPEN PARKING","quote_2_odi":"11428348","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V701000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11429912","quote_3_text":"I received another recall letter regarding the battery issue today stating the fix has no date in sight. I was denied a buyback by GM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-charging-port-lock","label":"Charging port latch fails to lock or release","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11477198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while attempting to recharge the vehicle, the charging unit that plugs into the vehicle failed to securely lock into place","quote_2_odi":"11448118","quote_2_text":"Solenoid on charge receptacle that asserts locking latch gets stuck in extended state leaving the car in a bricked state - out of charge and unable to insert a charger","quote_3_odi":"11258530","quote_3_text":"I WAS ATTEMPTING TO CHARGE THIS ELECTRIC CAR AT A GREENLOTS CCS (480VOLT) CHARGER IN KENNEWICK, WASHINGTON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-dashboard-glare","label":"Dashboard reflection causing windshield glare","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11230428","quote_1_text":"I EXPERIENCED EXTREME WINDSHIELD GLARE WHILE DRIVING MY NEW CHEVY BOLT AT MIDDAY ON A VERY SUNNY DAY. THE GLARE WAS MANAGEABLE AT FIRST, AS I APPROACHED AN INTERSECTION TO MAKE A LEFT TURN","quote_2_odi":"11241906","quote_2_text":"CAR CAME WITH LIGHT GRAY DASHBOARD WHICH UNBEKNOWNST TO ME AND UNDECLARED BY DEALER HAS BEEN REPORTED TO NHTSA SINCE 2017 AS A SAFETY HAZARD DUE TO REFLECTION AND GLARE THAT THIS COLOR DASHBOARD CREATES","quote_3_odi":"11375733","quote_3_text":"DASH REFLECT EXCESSIVE LIGHT ONTO WINDSHIELD BLINDING DRIVER. I HAVE A TURN FROM SR-95 SOUTH TO I-15 NORTH RAMP AND I AM BLINDED WHILE MAKING THE TURN POTENTIALLY CAUSING A CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-infotainment-freeze","label":"Infotainment touchscreen freeze or blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11562410","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen suddenly froze and blasted an extremely loud static noise that nearly caused an accident. It has a lot of problems with freezing","quote_2_odi":"11418305","quote_2_text":"The center touchscreen will intermittently freeze when started and not recover when driving","quote_3_odi":"11363166","quote_3_text":"SINCE NEW I'VE HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE BOLT EV'S INFOTAINMENT DISPLAY GOING BLACK TO INCLUDE THE BACKUP CAMERA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Unexpected loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11268291","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS DOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON INTERSTATE 81 IN PENNSYLVANIA IN THE LEFT LANE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD THUD, FOLLOWED BY RAPID DECELERATION","quote_2_odi":"11309133","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2019 BOLT EV (MILEAGE APPROXIMATELY 10K) THAT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTED GEAR TO \"PARK\" MODE FROM THE \"L\" MODE AND SLOWED TO AN ALMOST STOP WHILE I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AT RUSH HOUR DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MI/HR","quote_3_odi":"11319935","quote_3_text":"FAILURE OF THE \"DRIVE MOTOR BATTERY HIGH VOLTAGE MANUAL DISCONNECT LEVER\" CAUSED IMMEDIATE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ON THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2019-steering-no-return","label":"Steering wheel fails to return to center after turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749605","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel does not return to center on turns when driving at low speeds","quote_2_odi":"11624907","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that the steering wheel failed to return to center after turning to the left or the right. The contact used excessive force to manually return the steering wheel to center","quote_3_odi":"11705458","quote_3_text":"As with other Chevy bolts, the rack and pinion steering completely broke no longer able to steer vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-accelerator-pedal-stuck","label":"Unintended acceleration linked to floor mat","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738205","quote_1_text":"Accelerating to merge onto the highway the accelerator pedal got stuck under the all weather mat (provided and installed by the manufacturer). When I took my foot off the pedal the vehicle continued to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11493816","quote_2_text":"When I was parking my car on the street, in front of my house, my Chevy Bolt suddenly accelerated. Like it was full throttle. I slammed the brake pedal, didn't help","quote_3_odi":"11430166","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the accelerator pedal became stuck causing the speed to increase to approximately 65 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera intermittent black screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675125","quote_1_text":"The backup/360 camera intermittently but frequently fails to turn on, showing a black screen instead with a crossed out camera icon","quote_2_odi":"11596479","quote_2_text":"Putting car into reverse, rear camera starts to glitch sporadically. Very dangerous when this happens in a busy parking lot. This car also features a 360 overhead view and this also glitches at the same time as reverse camera mode","quote_3_odi":"11615726","quote_3_text":"The cameras for the 360° view, front to sides and back, keep going out. It's been a repair now five times and it still came back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-battery-recall-fire-risk","label":"High-voltage battery recall parts delay and fire incidents","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11429891","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt. The contact stated that while the vehicle was plugged into the charge box however not being fully charged","quote_2_odi":"11499764","quote_2_text":"NHSTA Recall Number 21V650 was issued in August of 2021. It is now 2023 and the replacement battery for my 2020 Bolt is not yet available. Further I have received no information about when I should expect my replacement battery to become available","quote_3_odi":"11745256","quote_3_text":"General Motors is using the arbitrary 6,213-mile tracking window of Recall 944 to deny coverage for a diagnosed Cell Section 3 hardware failure at 123,582 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-brake-lights-off-one-pedal","label":"Brake lights off at stop in one-pedal driving mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11627504","quote_1_text":"This car has One Pedal Driving (OPD) which allows you to slow the car to a stop, without using the brake pedal. The car activates the brake lights, based on sensors in the car which sense the deceleration","quote_2_odi":"11553475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated while at a complete stop with the L(Low) mode activated, the brake lights failed to illuminate","quote_3_odi":"11422802","quote_3_text":"I have had people following me, and almost hit me when stopped at a stop sign, or waiting to turn left, because the brake lights go off while the car is still being held to some degree by electric motor braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-loss-of-propulsion-stall","label":"Loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741473","quote_1_text":"When driving the car through a busy intersection there was a sudden, brief surge of acceleration, followed by deceleration and the vehicle cutting all motor power and becoming inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11632822","quote_2_text":"While traveling at highway speeds, my Chevrolet Bolt (2020 with 20K miles) made a clunking noise followed by a loss of speed","quote_3_odi":"11579963","quote_3_text":"While approaching a stop light, the car experienced a loss of propulsion and gave me an error message about it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2020-steering-rack-not-centering","label":"Steering wheel fails to return to center after turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755357","quote_1_text":"Steering rack is starting to fail at under 47000 miles, car pulls to right during acceleration and pulls left when decelerating","quote_2_odi":"11654453","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel does not return to center on its own after a turn. The wheel will remain turned, and the car will continue turning, until it is forced back to center by the driver","quote_3_odi":"11623986","quote_3_text":"The steering gear has failed at only 43,000 miles and yes the car is available for inspection if needed. The steering binding is a safety issue, and if left along long enough, might fully bind up causing an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2021-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11717938","quote_1_text":"I was in a car accident on February 9th, in which my airbags did not deploy, however, I did receive an error in my Chevy app that my Air Bag system requires attention. I sustained facial injuries due to impact with the steering wheel…","quote_2_odi":"11447358","quote_2_text":"While involved in a side impact collision, and significant force, airbags failed to deploy.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2021-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage battery fire recall and charge limits","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11433405","quote_1_text":"I have been advised, my vehicle, (2021 Chevrolet Bolt with less than 2,000 miles) may spontaniously burst into flame because a faulty battery. I'm supposed to park thr car outside, away from other vehicles for an indefinate time…","quote_2_odi":"11432039","quote_2_text":"GM CHEVY has sold me a vehicle that has an explosive lithium LG battery. on 09/07/2021 GM called me and offered me a choice of having the battery replaced in my vehicle at a future unknown date or having the vehicle sold back to GM via the buy back program…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2021-gear-selection-lurch","label":"Unintended vehicle movement on gear selection","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11655690","quote_1_text":"Video available and was given to USAA insurance company. This 2021 GM Chevrolet Bolt EV Premier trim vehicle experienced a sudden uncommanded extreme acceleration when I selected \"D\" (drive) mode on the transmission selector after using \"R\" (reverse) to back out of a parking…","quote_2_odi":"11430440","quote_2_text":"Driver had pulled up and stopped at red light with vehicle in D mode (normal drive). Driver had placed hand on gear shift lever and went to shift into L mode (one pedal driving) by using normally accepted procedure of pulling gear shift lever one click back to engage L mode…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2021-propulsion-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11418808","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased a 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV (VIN [XXX]) with current mileage about 1800 on odometer. Two days ago my wife was driving on the 91 freeway going at normal highway speed when all of a sudden the car just decelerated ABRUPTLY to 20 mph…","quote_2_odi":"11437636","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled. The warning message \" Emergency Power Failure, Seek Service Immediately\" appeared on the instrument panel. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-2021-steering-rack-binding","label":"Steering rack binding and no return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11681730","quote_1_text":"Steering gear is bound up due to a documented manufacturing error. Steering is increasingly stiff at speed, and will not return to center without significant driver input…","quote_2_odi":"11714633","quote_2_text":"Steering rack binding. Becoming progressively harder to turn over time. Steering wheel doesn't return to center. Clunking in front end occasionally heard when hitting bumps.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-aebs-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended automatic braking activation while driving","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11562166","quote_1_text":"About 1 month ago I picked up my daughter from school. Just as we exited the parking lot, there was nothing in front and the brakes came on and the car turned off and would not restart for a few minutes. The same day, we were  on the way home I was traveling about 35mph. All of…","quote_2_odi":"11569705","quote_2_text":"I was driving 72 mph, and went to accelerate to 75 mph to set my cruise control.  As soon as I stepped on the accelerator pedal, my 2022 Chevy Bolt EUV jerked violently and immediately applied braking to car to take it from 72 mph to about 30 mph within 1 second.  Had someone…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-ball-joint-suspension-collapse","label":"Front lower ball joint failure and suspension collapse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733483","quote_1_text":"While driving at a low speed (approx. 5–10 mph), the front passenger-side lower ball joint suffered a catastrophic structural shear without warning. This caused the wheel assembly to collapse outward and the CV axle to pull out of the transmission. The failure caused a complete…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-battery-recall-parts-delay","label":"High-voltage battery recall parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11433698","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V650000 (Electrical system) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the recall instructions to set the high-voltage battery","quote_2_odi":"11683726","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding my 2022 Chevrolet Bolt, which has been awaiting battery replacement at McCluskey Chevrolet for over 30 days, creating significant safety concerns and violating federal warranty requirements. Safety Concerns: The vehicle's safety systems","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-brake-light-visibility","label":"Brake light placement and rear visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11494379","quote_1_text":"The car was changed for 2022 where the brake lights are no longed displayed with the tail lights and instead lower down in the bumper area on small lights. Cars following me do not notice these lights and end up almost hitting me. The dealer states that this is how GM has…","quote_2_odi":"11504229","quote_2_text":"While braking I have had multiple cars almost crash into the rear of my vehicle due to the breaking system of the vehicle. The break lights are too low and people expect the “running lights” on the rear to indicate breaking. I have also had multiple people tell me my break…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-propulsion-loss-highway","label":"Sudden propulsion loss and speed reduction at highway speed","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710387","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway above 60 mph, and I suddenly got a \"propulsion power reduced\" alert, along with a yellow indicator light. I almost immediately thereafter got a message saying \"speed reduced to 50 mph\" and then \"speed reduced to 30 mph.\" I got no acceleration when I…","quote_2_odi":"11493485","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to 30 MPH with the transmission warning light and three other unknown warning lights illuminated. The failure nearly caused a collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560134","quote_1_text":"2022 Chevy Bolt, less than 10,000 miles.  Problem began 11/24/23.  Steering wheel locks up at low speeds, gives warning \"Steering Assistance reduced\" at higher speeds.  At low speeds, steering wheel turns only a small amount before it clicks and stops.  Very dangerous in tight…","quote_2_odi":"11716390","quote_2_text":"I have a faulty electric power steering, it prevents the steering wheel to return to center","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-2022-transmission-shift-lock","label":"Transmission shift lock and inability to move vehicle","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542304","quote_1_text":"Complete transmission failure shortly after seeing \"Service Transmission\" message in 2022 Chevy Bolt EV Drivers Information Center.  When message first appeared selected option to dismiss message and continued to drive as normal.  After turning vehicle off and then back on the…","quote_2_odi":"11488609","quote_2_text":"As I was driving I felt the Chevrolet Bolt stutter twice, as if it was loosing power.  Then, when I stopped at the stop light at Purcell and Hoadly the car shifted into park and would not shift into any other gear, including neutral.  Any attempts to shift would give an error…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11593677","quote_1_text":"Electric pole broken onto the street and hit the car, cause severe damage to the front-left-corner on the Chevy Bolt EV 2023. The airbags did not deploy. Safety of the driver and infant was diminished greatly.","quote_2_odi":"11558150","quote_2_text":"On 11-17-23 someone rear ended me making me lose control of the vehicle and getting off the road into the woods and eventually hitting a tree, the airbags did not deploy, the car is equipped with OnStar system from Chevrolet as a safety feature in which as soon as there is a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-charging-equipment-malfunction","label":"Charging equipment malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11581290","quote_1_text":"The GM portable charger has two pigtails for using either 120V Level 1 or 240V Level 2 charging. My complaint is that the GM charging unit will default to 120V Level1 charging without any fault/warning indication if one phase of the 240V circuit fails. I had a 240V dedicated…","quote_2_odi":"11494961","quote_2_text":"I have purchased the Autel Energy EVSE for my vehicle and had it installed by certified electricians in my garage. The unit malfunctions frequently and requires it to be restarted. The unit is hard wired and and the only way to reset it is to turn the breaker off and back on, as…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-infotainment-screen-camera-fail","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11745689","quote_1_text":"Vehicle infotainment system on 2023 Chevrolet Bolt completely stopped functioning in May of May of 2026. Screen/radio/bluetooth and associated components had no functionality, including backup camera, safety warning features, etc. Dealership confirmed that the system needed…","quote_2_odi":"11647737","quote_2_text":"The backup camera is the vehicle works intermittently. In fact, due to the defect of the camera, I hit a wall as it shut off and I hit a wall. Upon bringing to the dealer to have it replaced, the dealership admitted that it was a faulty. They replaced with another faulty camera…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-propulsion-loss-drive-unit-fault","label":"Loss of propulsion and drive unit fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11736684","quote_1_text":"Recurring electronic transmission shift control failure on a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The Electronic Transmission Shift Control Pushbutton Circuit Board (GM part designation K212) has failed twice within approximately 9,300 miles. First failure occurred at approximately 45,695…","quote_2_odi":"11549415","quote_2_text":"Was sitting at a stop light when I accelerated on green I felt a lurch, it felt like someone had hit me from behind. Within 15 seconds of acceleration this light came on, a car with an exclamination point on it, and said to pull over ASAP. Car would not go any faster than 30mph…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-rear-brake-light-low-mount","label":"Rear brake lights mounted low on bumper","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11551855","quote_1_text":"Rear brake lights that illuminate upon braking are embedded low in the bumper of the vehicle, NOT in a location \"commonly expected\" by motorists. Rear red taillights are in fact conventionally-located upon the vehicle, but they do not illuminate when brakes are applied. They…","quote_2_odi":"11558243","quote_2_text":"I have a 3 month old Chevy Bolt EV. I like this car. I rarely have any accidents. I am a safe driver. I was hit hard from behind driving while stopped. I was driving on a crowded freeway in Austin TX in stop and go traffic. This was a hard hit that broke the rear bumper and bent…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-regen-brake-pedal-response","label":"Regenerative braking pedal response failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11574601","quote_1_text":"2023 Chevy bolt has a hand 'regenerative brake'. I was using it while driving in traffic. My speed was around 40 mph when the car in front of me abruptly stopped. The distance between us was approximately 30 ft. I immediately switched from hand brake to foot brake and the pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11566234","quote_2_text":"The contact rented a 2023 Chevrolet Bolt EV. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH the driver depressed the brake pedal but the vehicle did not stop and crashed into the rear of a second vehicle. The contact indicated that during the crash the vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-steering-rack-no-return-to-center","label":"Steering wheel fails to return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744693","quote_1_text":"The steering has become harder to turn and will not return to center after turning a corner. When driving the steering wheel will stay in the position you have turned it to. I feel like this is dangerous and a safety risk especially at highway speeds. I have taken it to my local…","quote_2_odi":"11681541","quote_2_text":"Rack and Pinion steering rack is failing. The steering wheel is not returning to center, causing the vehicle to meander into oncoming traffic when executing left turns. Recently this forced a vehicle in oncoming traffic to ditch onto the shoulder. Luckily there was no incident…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Bolt EV","model_slug":"bolt-ev","cluster_id":"bolt-ev-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11624437","quote_1_text":"I was approaching an intersection at a light that had turned red. I slowed down to stop but accidentally bumped into the car in front, 2 mph (approximately), no damage, not even a scratch. I put the vehicle in reverse and gently tapped the accelerator but it instantly raced…","quote_2_odi":"11595897","quote_2_text":"Twice now within three months while I was backing up as I was parking the car parallel to the curb, the car suddenly accelerated at a much faster pace and projected the car backwards. Luckily no property or individuals were hurt. It would appear that the accelerator or speed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/bolt-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in low-speed collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10836429","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A HEAD CONCUSSION AND CERVICAL SPINE INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10735560","quote_2_text":"WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH. ON IMPACT, THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE STEERING COLUMN FRACTURED AND LANDED IN THE CONTACT'S LAP. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10631429","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND MAKING A U-TURN, THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE OVER A CURB. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2010-hid-headlight-dimming","label":"HID headlight assembly dimming over time","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11507425","quote_1_text":"The headlight assembly has a reflective plate and has a manufactures defect that is a safety hazard. The reflective plate becomes yellow due to the heat of the HID light bulbs and causes the low beam lights to become dim and not put out the required output for safety and","quote_2_odi":"11323158","quote_2_text":"THE HID HEADLAMPS ON THE 2010 CAMARO SS ARE NOT PROVIDING ENOUGH LIGHT TO ILLUMINATE THE ROAD WHICH IS A SAFETY HAZARD WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. THE VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS OVER THE LAST YEAR HAVE BECOME UNACCEPTABLY DIM","quote_3_odi":"11166251","quote_3_text":"HID HEADLIGHTS DO NOT LIGHT UP THE ROAD PROPERLY AT NIGHT CAUSING DANGEROUS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2010-ignition-key-switch-failure","label":"Ignition key and switch failure with delayed recall repair","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156560","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL AND APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO RELEASE THE KEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHIFTING THE GEARS WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL HELPED SOMETIMES DURING THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10662812","quote_2_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GM IGNITION RECALL* THE CONSUMER STATED THE REPAIR WAS NOT ACTUALLY A FIX AT ALL. PORTIONS OF THE KEY WERE REMOVED AND A SEPARATE KEY WAS ATTACHED BY TWO SMALL KEYS RINGS. THE IGNITION WAS NOT REPAIRED IN ANY WAY","quote_3_odi":"11580846","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the driver’s right knee struck the ignition key causing the key to break off inside the ignition switch. The contact was unable to turn the vehicle off. The battery was disconnected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2010-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag sensor fault triggers warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11291551","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR HAS MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDS REPLACED AT A COST OF $1500.00. GM KNOWS ABOUT THE DEFECT AND THAT THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY. THERE IS CURRENTLY A CLASS ACTION SUIT AGAINST THE COMPANY","quote_2_odi":"10882013","quote_2_text":"CHECK AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. CHEVROLET DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT INSPECTED AND FOUND CODES B0081-00 & B0074-00, NOTING THAT THE PASSENGER PRESENCE PAD SHORTED OUT AND THAT PAD CONTROLS THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11468430","quote_3_text":"It doesn’t matter if someone is in the passenger seat or not, the airbag light keeps coming on on my dashboard saying that the passenger airbag has been disabled. The light will keep turning on and off even when someone is not in the passenger seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2010-timing-chain-p0008","label":"Timing chain wear with P0008 engine code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11280877","quote_1_text":"THE 2010 CAMARO WITH THE 3.6L LLT MODEL ENGINE HAS PREMATURE TIMING CHAIN ISSUES. THESE CHAINS ARE STRETCHING OUT AND CAUSING PERFORMANCE ISSUES AND CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE. MY VEHICLE GAVE ME A DECREASED ENGINE POWER WARNING WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND DECREASED MY","quote_2_odi":"10893827","quote_2_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE P0008 & P0017. DEALER DIAGNOSED NEEDS TIMING CHAINS ON 3.6 V6. MILAGE 52,724 COST APPROX $3,000. NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11207997","quote_3_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT ONLY 100,000 MILES. GARAGE STATED THAT IT WAS SO BAD THAT ENGINE COULD HAVE FAILED AND IGNITED A FLAME IN THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Front air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10629333","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BACK AND KNEE INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED","quote_2_odi":"10640036","quote_2_text":"FRONT AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. DRIVER SUSTAINED A SERIOUS TBI(TRAUMATIC BRAIN INJURY) & CONCUSSION DUE TO BLUNT FORCE TRAUMA TO THE HEAD DUE TO LACK OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT","quote_3_odi":"10434973","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT A TRUCK CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. IN ADDITION, THE SEAT BELTS DID NOT RESTRAIN THE CONTACT PROPERLY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED NECK INJURIES FROM THE CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-convertible-top-separation","label":"Convertible top separation and water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10713734","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TONNEAU COVER USED TO SECURE THE SOFT TOP ROOF SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO INDICATED THAT THE COVER ATTACHMENT WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10457117","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITHIN CROSS WINDS, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER, WHICH WAS REFERRED TO AS A TONNEAU, DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE CONVERTIBLE TOP COVER WHEN MANEUVERING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10525995","quote_3_text":"AFTER HAVING BEEN REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY, THE CONVERTIBLE TOP SUDDENLY CAME A LOSE AT THE MOUNTING POINTS BEHIND THE SIDE WINDOWS. IT WAS AS IF A PARACHUTE, OR A DRAG CHUTE OPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-heater-core-leak","label":"Heater core leak causing coolant odor and window fog","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10695206","quote_1_text":"VAPOR BEGAN COMING IN THROUGH THE AIR VENTS, ALONG WITH A SUPER-SWEET SMELL; THIS SMELL WAS LATER IDENTIFIED AS LEAKING ENGINE COOLANT. THE FRONT WINDSHIELD QUICKLY FOGGED UP, BEGINNING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, AND ABSOLUTELY WOULD NOT CLEAR","quote_2_odi":"10761929","quote_2_text":"AFTER GOING INTO PICK UP OUR DINNER MY COWORKER NOTICED FLUID ON MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT FLOOR MAT. I DROVE BACK TO WORK AND CHECKED THE FLUID ON THE MAT AND IT WAS COOLANT (DEXCOOL)","quote_3_odi":"10622194","quote_3_text":"MY CAR BEGAN TO OVER HEAT CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LOSE POWER. ALSO CAUSED FOGGED WINDSHIELD .. THE HEATER CORE ON THE CAMARO FROM 2010 - 2013 ARE HAVING MALFUNCTIONS CAUSING THE CAR TO OVERHEAT AND OR SPILL BOILING LIQUID ONTO YOUR PASSENGERS FEET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor-light","label":"Passenger airbag sensor triggers persistent warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10927310","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER'S AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON THAT STATES THE BAG IS OFF. TOOK TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE SEAT SENSOR NEEDS REPLACED. CAR HAS 60000 MILES. CAME ON AROUND 52000. WAS TOLD THAT THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOYED IF INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT UNLESS THE SENSOR WAS REPLACED. COST TO","quote_2_odi":"10936614","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW AND HAS ABOUT 85000 MILES ON IT AND TOOK IT IN BECAUSE OF AIRBAG LIGHT BEING ON. I WAS TOLD PASSENGER PRESENT SENSOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED WHICH CAUSES AIRBAG LIGHT TO REMAIN ON WHEN CAR IS MOVING","quote_3_odi":"10606363","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR 2 YEARS NOW. I HAVE TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP 7 TIMES TO GET THIS PROBLEM FIXED. MY VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY WHEN I TOOK IT IN SO I DIDN'T HAVE TO PAY ANY MONEY FOR THE SERVICES. OUT OF ALL SEVEN TIMES THEY NEVER FIXED THE AIR BAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup while turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11309577","quote_1_text":"AS I BEGAN THE LEFT TURN UNKNOWINGLY MY CAR SHUT OFF POWER STEERING LOCKED UP AND I SLAMMED INTO CURB AND ENDED UP ON THE LANDSCAPE","quote_2_odi":"10587463","quote_2_text":"THEY DISCOVERED THAT THE INNER SEAL ON THE STEERING GEAR HAD FAILED. IT WAS NOT DUE TO AN ACCIDENT, COLLISION, HITTING A POTHOLE OR ANYTHING CAUSED BY ME. THIS WAS A FACTORY FAILURE AND A PROBLEM THAT IS VERY RARE ON CARS WITH MILEAGE THAT LOW (SO I WAS TOLD)","quote_3_odi":"11307833","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAMARO 2011 2LT V6 ,MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND WHEN THE CAR WAS MOVING I TRY TO TURN TO THE RIGHT AND STEERING WHEEL LOCK ,FOR FEW SECONDS AND THEN WHEN BACK TO NORMAL ,BUT I COULD NOT MOVE THE CAR AND THANKS GOD I WAS DRIVING SLOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-second-gear-grind","label":"Manual transmission grinds shifting into second gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10418093","quote_1_text":"SECOND GEAR GRIND . 2011 CAMARO LS. SIX SPEED TRANSMISSION. SECOND GEAR GRIND OCCURS WITH EVERY UP SHIFT OR DOWN SHIFT . THIS OCCURS DURING ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION. AT TIMES CAR WILL NOT GO INTO SECOND GEAR AT ALL CAUSING CONCERN FOR SAFETY","quote_2_odi":"10420248","quote_2_text":"WHEN MERGING INTO HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC THE TRANSMISSION GRINDS/REJECTS SECOND GEAR IN THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION CAUSING THE CAR TO JERK AND SLOW DOWN UNEXPECTEDLY. I ALMOST WAS IN A ACCIDENT DUE TO THE MISSED SHIFT","quote_3_odi":"11413994","quote_3_text":"WHEN SHIFTING THE VEHICLE FROM 1ST GEAR TO SECOND GEAR, THE VEHICLE MAKES A GRINDING NOISE AND STRUGGLES TO GO INTO GEAR. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE OFTEN WHEN TRYING TO SHIFT IT WHEN IT IS AT A HIGHER GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-summer-tire-cold-traction","label":"Loss of traction on factory summer tires in cold weather","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2014-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10448536","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE TOOK MY DAUGHTER TO THE STORE AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO GET ABOVE 30 MPH BECAUSE THE CAR WAS UNCONTROLLABLE DUE TO THE REAR END CONSTANTLY FISH TAILING","quote_2_odi":"10382703","quote_2_text":"THESE TIRES ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR NEAR FREEZING TEMPS. THE AUTO MANUFACTURER FAILED TO INFORM ME THE TIRES (WHICH ARE STOCK) ARE ONLY RECOMMENDED FOR WARM WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"10369725","quote_3_text":"2011 CAMARO TIRES DO NOT GRIP THE ROAD PROPERLY & LOW TEMPERATURES LIKE HERE IN N.Y. DURING THE WINTER MONTHS. I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE & AT NO POINT WAS I TOLD THAT THE TIRES ARE FOR SUMMER USE ONLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2011-timing-chain-oil-consumption","label":"Timing chain stretch and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10994366","quote_1_text":"78000 MILES, TIMING CHAIN ISSUE, SPUN ROD BEARINGS, AND LOW COMPRESSION IN THE ENGINE. OIL AND MAINTENANCE DONE ON A REGULAR BASIS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DID NOT GO ON, NO WARNING SIGNS, AND DID NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF, KEPT RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11281472","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN ON MY CAMARO 3.6L WAS STRETCHED CAUSING THE ENGINE TO RUN ROUGH AND STALL OUT WHILE DRIVING. THE DEALERSHIP WAS WELL AWARE OF THE ISSUE BASED ON A SERVICE ALERT FROM THE MANUFACTURE","quote_3_odi":"10924578","quote_3_text":"I WENT OUT TO MY DRIVEWAY AND NOTICED OIL I NEVER DRIVE THIS CAR HARD IT IS BABIES AS WE SHOW IT SO I DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND THAT MANY OF US DRIVING 2010 TO 2012 V6 CAMARO HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE OIL FILTER ADAPTER HOUSING WERE THE HOUSING MEETS THE BLOCK THE SEAL IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10705409","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN DECELERATION, LOSS OF ABILITY TO STEER VEHICLE, RESULTING IN REAR END COLLISION WITH 3 FATALITIES","quote_2_odi":"11278391","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND CRASHED INTO A WOODEN FENCE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10661553","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE DRIVER'S HEAD STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-convertible-top-water-leak","label":"Convertible top water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10981064","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 CAMARO CONVERTIBLE DEVELOPED LEAKS (HOLES) IN THE WATER MANAGEMENT SYSTEM OF THE CONVERTIBLE TOP","quote_2_odi":"11496924","quote_2_text":"Driver side rear floor area floods every single time it rains. It's been like this since I owned the car. I have a 2012 convertible camaro","quote_3_odi":"10747746","quote_3_text":"SAID TO BE A FAULTY WATER BLADDER DESIGNED TO REMOVE LEAKING WATER FROM CONVT TOP IN THE TRUNK AREA, CAUSED BY TWO BUTTONS ON THE CONVERTIBLE TOP MISSING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Unexpected engine stall and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11090312","quote_1_text":"I WAS CALLED MIDDAY AND WAS ADVISED THAT MY ENGINE WAS SEIZED (OR LOCKED UP)","quote_2_odi":"11218514","quote_2_text":"THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE PISTON HEAD VALVE SPRING IN THE ENGINE HAD FRACTURED IN HALF","quote_3_odi":"10611286","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SIX-ROD BEARING HAD SPUN WHICH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-hvac-blend-door-heater","label":"Blend door and heater core failure affecting defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10945194","quote_1_text":"2012 CAMARO WITH 56000 MILES ON IT HAS A PROBLEM WITH HEATER CORE BEING PLUGGED. CAUSES THE WINDSHIELD TO FOG OVER SUDDENLY LOSING VISIBILITY WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11299917","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BLEND DOOR IN THE HEATER AND AIR CONDITION UNIT FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED. THIS FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO NOT PROVIDE HOT AIR INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE, AND ALSO AFFECTED THE OPERATION OF THE DEFROSTER","quote_3_odi":"11080848","quote_3_text":"HEATER CORE FAILURE - MY CAR HAVE JUST 52000 MILES ALWAYS KEEPING ALL THE MAINTENANCE SERVICES ON TIME BUT NOW THE SMELL OF COOLANT COMING FRM THE A/C VENTS AND A LEAK INSIDE THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch stalling and unexpected shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11751815","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the contact’s knee hit the ignition key and the vehicle shutoff and drove over into an oncoming lane","quote_2_odi":"10592714","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE IGNITION SWITCH/ KEY IS SLIGHTLY BUMPED WITH KNEE, THE CAR SHUTS OFF. THREE TIMES NOW. DEALERSHIP NOT RESPONSIVE. TAUGHT MY TEEN DRIVERS WHAT TO DO IF THIS HAPPENS AND THIS SAVED MY DAUGHTER'S LIFE WHEN IT HAPPENED TO HER","quote_3_odi":"10652065","quote_3_text":"ON ONE OCCASION, THE VEHICLE STALLED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASH INTO A MEDIAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2012-trans-shudder-hesitation","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10480927","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN, AND DURING GRADUAL ACCELERATION, THE VEHICLE HESITATES AND BEGINS TO SHUDDER WHEN IT ATTEMPTS TO SHIFT INTO THE NEXT GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10749600","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10482913","quote_3_text":"IN MAY, STARTED TO FEEL A VIBRATION/SHIMMY OF SOME SORT WHEN ACCELERATING IN ALL SORTS OF SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment and passenger sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11722066","quote_1_text":"During the crash, none of the airbags deployed, including the driver airbag, despite the severity of the side impact","quote_2_odi":"11416290","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER WAS PRONOUNCE DEAD AT SCENE. THE VEHICLES AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10667540","quote_3_text":"RIGHT AFTER PURCHASING VEHICLE, MY HUSBAND DROVE IT, AND I SAT IN PASSENGER SEAT AND NOTICED THAT MY AIRBAG HAD NOT TURNED ON. THE INDICATOR SAID OFF SO I LIFTED MY REAR FROM THE SEAT AND SAT DOWN HARD THEN THE LIGHT SAID IT WAS ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11653254","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 37 MPH and approaching a curve in the road, the “Service Power Steering” warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel seized. The contact used an excessive amount of force to steer the vehicle and drove to a nearby parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11057240","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE, POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING. VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD TO STEER AND PULLED INTO ANOTHER LANE. LUCKILY, NO CARS WERE NEAR. WE MANAGED TO GET HOME AND TOOK TO LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11052649","quote_3_text":"IN THE PROCESS OF MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED, CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-hvac-blend-door-heater-core","label":"HVAC blend door and heater core failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11433829","quote_1_text":"The Chevrolet Camaro has a issue with the blend door (temperature control door). It’s a piece of plastic that breaks which causes you not to have any heat","quote_2_odi":"11319571","quote_2_text":"HVAC BLEND DOOR FAILS DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN. THIS CAUSES THE AC TO PERFORM INCORRECTLY AND ONLY BLOW HOT AIR IN THE WARM/HOT SEASON. USING THE HEATER IN THE WINTER MELTS THE BLEND DOOR HINGE CAUSING THIS MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11165387","quote_3_text":"HEATER CORE LEAK- AT STARTUP AND DURING DRIVING, KEEP SMELLING ANTIFREEZE. ANTIFREEZE WAS LOW SO ADDED TO FULL MARK. PASSENGER FLOOR BOARD WOULD BE SOAKED AFTER SOME DAYS OF DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-knee-ignition-key-shutoff","label":"Knee contact with ignition key shuts off engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11524677","quote_1_text":"Was driving and my knee hit the ignition and the key turned my car off disabling the whole car and forcing me to pull over and restart the car","quote_2_odi":"11233777","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, HER KNEE UNINTENTIONALLY KNOCKED THE KEY OUT OF THE RUN POSITION, TURNING OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE","quote_3_odi":"10882193","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT A 2013 CAMARO, MAKING A RIGHT TURN ON MY CAR MY KEYS WERE BUMPED BY MY KNEE AND THE CAR JUST STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-manual-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Manual transmission shift and clutch engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11413874","quote_1_text":"INTERMITANTLY THE CAR WILL NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR. YOU HAVE TO FORCE THE SHIFT INTO 1ST GEAR THEN INTO SECOND, AND I AM TALKING REALLY FORCING SHIFTER INTO GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10505805","quote_2_text":"THE AISIN AY6 TRANSMISSION IN MY BRAND NEW 2013 CHEVROLET CAMARO LS IS DEFECTIVE TO THE POINT OF BEING A SAFETY ISSUE AND GM WILL NOT RECOGNIZE THIS AS AN ISSUE EVEN THOUGH IT IS A WIDESPREAD PROBLEM THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING","quote_3_odi":"10633029","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO 1ST GEAR. CAR IS 6 SPEED MANUAL V-6 MODEL. REPEATEDLY TRIED SHIFTING INTO 1ST GEAR AT STOPLIGHT. TURNED CAR OFF AND STARTED AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2013-radio-hvac-turn-signal-module","label":"Radio, HVAC, and turn-signal control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11445954","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the radio, air conditioning unit, and other electrical features became inoperable without warning","quote_2_odi":"11461497","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and coming out of the driveway, the vehicle emitted a popping sound and the turn signal was engaged but failed to respond. Additionally, the contact stated that the speedometer turned black","quote_3_odi":"11256818","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THE MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED IN TWO YEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning-light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10983432","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT BY A 2016 GMC YUKON XL WHO HAD RAN A RED LIGHT HIT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF MY VEHICLE DRAGGED ME ALONG THE MEDIAN AND THEN KNOCKED ME UP OVER THE MEDIAN STRIP INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND MY AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10652953","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY, BUT THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11429606","quote_3_text":"Service Air Bag light came on only have 55000 miles on the vehicle. Rarely driven","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11084329","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND LOST STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY. IN ADDITION, THE CHEVROLET ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD","quote_2_odi":"10621663","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I-95 AT AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. I SLOWED TO GET OFF THE EXIT AND AS I DID THE ENGINE DIED AND THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES WERE INOPERATIVE. LUCKILY I DIDN'T HIT ANYONE","quote_3_odi":"10586895","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON CRUISE CONTROL. KNEE BUMPED KEY, ENGINE TURNED OFF AT 60 MPH. POWER STEERING AND BRAKES STILL WORKED, BUT ENGINE WAS OFF. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-heater-core-blend-door","label":"Heater core leak and blend door HVAC failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11629904","quote_1_text":"BLEND DOOR IS BROKEN AND WHEN DOING RESEARCH, I FOUND THIS ISSUE IS COMMON WITH 2010-2015 CHEVROLET CAMAROS. MY CAR ONLY HAD 57,000 MILES ON IT WHEN THIS OCCURED","quote_2_odi":"10854969","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 CHEVY CAMARO HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AS MANY DO, ON THE CAMARO FORUM. A BAD HEATER CORE THAT FOGS THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD WITH A SMELL OF ANTIFREEZE FROM THE CARPET, VENTS AND WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"10713457","quote_3_text":"HEATER CORE FAILED ALLOWING HOT ETHYL GLYCOL TO SPILL INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT FLOOR/FOOT AREA. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-ignition-key-wont-release","label":"Ignition key fails to release after park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11679269","quote_1_text":"Key after turning car off doesn’t go all the way back to the unlock position to be released. Vehicle has to be re started and shut off to get the key to come out","quote_2_odi":"11217600","quote_2_text":"THE KEY TO MY IGNITION GETS STUCK WHEN I ATTEMPT TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF. IT TAKES ALMOST 30 MINUTES TO AN HOUR FOR THE IGNITION TO RELEASE THE KEY. IN ADDITION, IT HAPPENS EVERY TIME I TRY TO TAKE THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"11003098","quote_3_text":"I OWN A CHEVROLET, CAMARO 2014. THIS CAR HAS A DEFECT WITH THE STEERING KEY IGNITION. THE KEY WILL NOT RELEASE FROM THE STEERING COLUMN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake failure allowing vehicle rollaway","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11616477","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was parked in driveway at home on slight incline (<3% grade). Parking brake failed but vehicle is a manual and was in 1st gear so it didn't move noticeably","quote_2_odi":"10838500","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED TO ENGAGE AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10983663","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WILL NOT HOLD AFTER THE SHIFT LEVER WAS PLACED INTO PARK POSITION ON INCLINE. CAR WAS PLACED IN PARK AND ROLLED BACK, DRIVER DOOR HIT DRIVER AND DRUG DRIVER ABOUT 20 FEET ON PAVEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-radio-electrical-shutoff","label":"Radio shutoff cascading to turn signals and HVAC","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11229208","quote_1_text":"THE RADIO IS MAKING A LOUD POPPING NOISE AND BLACK OUT THE AIR GOES OUT WITH IT IT SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING HIT THE CAR AND THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE LIGHTS FLICKER ON THE CLIMATE CONTROL PANEL","quote_2_odi":"11204246","quote_2_text":"CENTER CONSOLE LIGHTS TURN ON AND OFF. LOUD POPPING SOUND FROM SPEAKERS. RADIO CONSTANTLY TURNING OFF AND THEN COMING BACK ON, REALLY LOUDLY. HAPPENS WHEN DRIVING AND SITTING STILL. CONSTANT FLIPPING ON AND OFF OF RADIO","quote_3_odi":"11382770","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOME SCREEN WOULD CONSTANTLY FLICKER WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO VIEW ANY SAFETY ALERTS OR HEAR THE TURN SIGNALS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2014-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup during turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11326737","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED UP FEELS LIKE THE POWER STEERING HAS WENT OUT AND VERY HARD TO STEER. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11301508","quote_2_text":"MESSAGES STATING SERVICE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE AND SERVICE STABILITRAK KEEP COMING ON CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING. CAR SEEMS TO DRIVE FINE BUT WHO TO SAY IT'S NOT GOING TO FAIL WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11220819","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING RACK MAKES A PULSING NOISE AROUND CORNERS AND THE STEERING CUTS IN AN OUT OF POWER ASSIST MODE. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEARLY NEW WITH 752 MILES ON IT WHEN I PURCHASED IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2015-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11010825","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDETERMINED SPEED, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED DOWN AN EMBANKMENT","quote_2_odi":"11583358","quote_2_text":"I was recently involved in an auto accident and my Chevy Camaro was totaled. I was hit on the right passenger fender/tire side area. My air bags did not deploy and i feel that they should have been deployed with the impact that my vehicle took","quote_3_odi":"10850391","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 CAMARO ON THE HIGHWAY GOING THE SPEED LIMIT (65MPH)BOTH SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. THERE WAS NO SUDDENLY BRAKING OR CRASH THEY JUST DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2015-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727153","quote_1_text":"The car powered off on me while driving on the interstate causing an extremely dangerous situation for me and other drivers without any warning, no signs the vehicle abruptly stopped I coasted to the side and avoided traffic and started right up but drove rough","quote_2_odi":"11222634","quote_2_text":"LAST WEEK THE CAR'S ENGINE SHUT OFF FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING IN RUSH HOUR HIGHWAY TRAFFIC AROUND 5:00 PM. LAST NIGHT TUESDAY JUNE 25, 2019 THE SAME THING HAPPENED","quote_3_odi":"10956581","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLS, STUMBLES, AND DIES WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AFTER DECELERATING. IT HAPPENS AT LOW AND HIGH SPEEDS. HAVE HAD THE CAR DIE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AFTER BRAKING TO SLOW DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2015-hvac-blend-door-failure","label":"HVAC blend door actuator failure causing no heat or AC","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611753","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the heater and A/C were inoperable. There was no heat and no cold air. The contact stated that sometimes the wrong temperature was distributed through the vents","quote_2_odi":"11326588","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO START MY CAR ONE DAY, AND USE THE AIR CONDITIONING (A/C). THE A/C WAS BLOWING WARM AIR, SO I TRIED MY HEATER TO SEE IF IT WORKED OKAY, AND THE HEATER WAS ALSO BLOWING WARM AIR AND WOULD NOT GET HOT","quote_3_odi":"11160590","quote_3_text":"CAR WILL NOT HEAT IN THE WINTER, STARTED THIS WINTER. I ONLY HAD THE CAR 2 YEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2015-ignition-key-stuck-in-park","label":"Ignition key stuck in ignition after shifting to Park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751937","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Chevrolet Camaro has developed a recurring issue where the ignition key becomes stuck and cannot be removed. The vehicle appears to believe it is still in gear even though the transmission has been placed in Park","quote_2_odi":"11397139","quote_2_text":"KEY BECOMES STUCK IN IGNITION AFTER TURNING OFF, PUTTING IN PARK AND CANNOT BE TAKEN OUT","quote_3_odi":"11014509","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 CHEVROLET CAMARO CONVERTIBLE HAS SUDDENLY DEVELOPED A PROBLEM REMOVING THE IGNITION KEY AFTER TURNING IT OFF. THE PROBLEM STARTED OFF INTERMITTENTLY THEN GOT WORSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2015-radio-electrical-dropout","label":"Radio/infotainment shutdown disabling turn signal chime","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":206,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706832","quote_1_text":"The radio was making loud popping electrical sounds and the instrument panel screen turned off. Also, while shifting the stereo continued to go off, and the turning signal chimes did not work","quote_2_odi":"11290282","quote_2_text":"RADIO, TURN SIGNALS, DISPLAY, HAZARD LIGHT GO OUT INTERMITTENTLY ( MULTIPLE TIMES PER DAY ) . LOUD ELECTRICAL POPS. REPRESENT A SAFETY ISSUE. VEHICLE CAN BE MOVING OR STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11203206","quote_3_text":"THERE IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE ELECTRICAL OF THE RADIO AND A/C UNITS ON THESE MODELS. WHEN DRIVING, THE RADIO AND A/C AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF AND MAKES THIS LOUD POPPING SOUND THROUGH THE SPEAKERS WHETHER THE RADIO IS TURNED ON OR NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Reduced or lost braking response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11061453","quote_1_text":"THE BREAKS FAILED ON MY 2016 CAMARO. LOST ALL POWER TO BREAKS ON CITY STREET THEY PULSED AND VIBRATED ON DRY PAVEMENT BUT HAD NO GRIP AND HAD TO STOP BY USING TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10949843","quote_2_text":"WHILE PULLING THROUGH A FAST FOOD DRIVE-THRU, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND \"BRAKE ASSIST\" ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. THIS RESULTED IN REDUCED BRAKING WITH THE ABS MODULE PULSATING","quote_3_odi":"11420819","quote_3_text":"Around 3/2/2021 I received a dash warning light for the electronic parking brake indicating some form of malfunction. The electronic parking brake began to stay on once set and when I would accelerate a bit, it would release","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11693642","quote_1_text":"I expereinced sudden and complete loss of Electric Power Steering Assist. A warning ,message appeared on dash notification area that power steering assist had failed","quote_2_odi":"11714004","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, requiring the contact to use excessive force to steer the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11444054","quote_3_text":"The power steering shuts of randomly with loss of steering. When I try to turn under this condition, the steering wheel bounces back and forth violently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-seat-belt-detachment","label":"Seat belt detachment from anchor point","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11473304","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt had detached from the floor of the vehicle making the seat belt unusable and unable to secure the driver","quote_2_odi":"11149796","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELT BROKE 34000 MILES LIGHT DRIVING NO ACCIDENT, DEFECTIVE SEAT BELT BROKE OFF METAL FROM FLOORBOARD . TOOK IN FOR WARRANTY REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11461683","quote_3_text":"My seat belt broke completely apart from car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-starter-failure-exhaust-heat","label":"Starter failure from exhaust manifold heat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11483990","quote_1_text":"2016 CHEV CAMARO SS STARTER ISSUES. STARTER IS TOO CLOSE TO THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WHICH HEATS UP EXTREMELY HOT AND AFFECTS THE COMPONENTS IN THE STARTER AND LOCKS UP STARTER","quote_2_odi":"11700843","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to the residence, where the contact discovered that the smoke and the burning odor were coming from the starter that was 3 inches away from the exhaust manifold, by design","quote_3_odi":"11704738","quote_3_text":"The dealer, Flori Auto Sales LLC, was contacted, and the dealer towed the vehicle to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with starter failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11669757","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the 8-speed automatic transmission and torque converter on my 2016 Chevrolet Camaro SS. The system experienced shuddering, slipping, and overheating, leading to unsafe driving conditions","quote_2_odi":"11664387","quote_2_text":"The torque converter on my vehicle is faulty. It has a violent shake, slippage of gears, and sometimes even loss of power while driving","quote_3_odi":"11219310","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS ON LIGHT ACCELERATION BETWEEN 1300-1700RPM. THIS ISSUE CAN BE REPLICATED AND IS ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHEN CRUISING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE AT AROUND 1500RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-trunk-water-intrusion-fire","label":"Trunk water intrusion causing electrical fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11083296","quote_1_text":"2016 CAMARO 2LT RS WOULD NOT START 11.23.2017. AFTER CHECKING THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT, WATER WAS FOUND BELOW THE TRUNK DECK LID","quote_2_odi":"11174424","quote_2_text":"TRUNK LEAKS WITH ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS LOCATED IN THE BASE OF THE TRUNK WHERE A SPARE TIRE WOULD BE LOCATED. WATER POOLS IN THIS AREA AND EXPOSES THE FUSE BOX, AMPLIFIER AND OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS TO WATER","quote_3_odi":"11504820","quote_3_text":"our insured, [XXX] , owners of the 2016 Camaro, turned in their vehicle to Atkins Kroll, Inc, Guam, due to complaints of the wiring harness within the trunk burned due to water infiltration into the trunk cavity, due to the trunk weatherstrip failing to keep out the water from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-unexpected-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11020481","quote_1_text":"CAR IS SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING ON ROADWAYS. CAR NOT SHUTTING OFF WHEN PUSHING THE IGNITION BUTTON. CAR NOT STARTING AT HOME OR WHILE IN THE COMMUNITY","quote_2_odi":"11023554","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION FAILS. THE CAR SHUTS OFF IN TRAFFIC WITHOUT WARNING OR WITHOUT CODES SOMETIMES IN A PARKIMG LOT AND SOMETIMES ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11055594","quote_3_text":"THE CARS PUSH BUTTON START IS NOT WORKIMG TO START THE CAR, INTERMITTANT. THE CAR SHUTS OFF IN TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2016-windshield-fogging","label":"Windshield fogging that obstructs visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10950216","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A CONTINUED BEHAVIOR OF THE FRONT WINDOW FOGGING UP, NEARLY COMPLETELY OBSTRUCTING MY ABILITY TO SEE OUT OF THE FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS IS AN ABSOLUTE SAFETY CONCERN THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11110153","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD FOGS UP AND BLOCKS VISIBILITY TREMENDOUSLY (ON A VEHICLE WITH LOW VISIBLE ALREADY, IT IS VERY DANGEROUS). THIS IS CAUSED BY COLD AIR LEAKING FROM THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER VENT, AND HAPPENS REGARDLESS OF DEFROSTER SETTING","quote_3_odi":"10950425","quote_3_text":"FRONT WINDSHIELD FOGGING UP. IS SPECIALLY SCARY WHEN THE SUN IS IN YOUR FACE AND THE WINDSHIELD IS FOGGY MAKES THE EFFECT 10 TIMES WORSE TO THE POINT I CANT SEE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-airbag-system-faults","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698552","quote_1_text":"Airbag service light came on, which required us to bring to the dealership. Quote to access and replace airbag module came to roughly $1350","quote_2_odi":"11514694","quote_2_text":"-The Air bag light on the dashboard it's coming up, stays on, the passenger seat reader light stays on even if there is no nobody seating and when a person seats on passenger seat the passenger air bag sensor light says is off","quote_3_odi":"11090910","quote_3_text":"NONE OF MY 2017 CAMARO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER AN 18 WHEELER HIT ME WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. I WAS GOING APPROX. 55 MPH IN THE FAR SLOW RIGHT LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss of resistance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733304","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the brake pedal became firm while depressed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact used excessive force while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11384703","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET CAMARO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT WAS FIRM. THE BRAKE ASSIST FAILURE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11444525","quote_3_text":"Purchased vehicle in 2018. I’m the only owner. At the 84,000 miles mark lost brake pedal pressure. Detected the problem while parking. Took the car to the dealership for repairs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-convertible-top-separation","label":"Convertible top rear window separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11656790","quote_1_text":"So the rear window in the convertible top is coming on glued and it can cause issue water is starting to come in. I have seen alot of other cars and people complaining about this issue","quote_2_odi":"11203666","quote_2_text":"MY CONVERTIBLE REAR WINDOW IS DETACHING FROM THE RAGTOP. MY CONCERN IS THAT THE WINDOW WILL BLOW OUT COMPLETELY AND CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11163704","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET CAMARO. WHILE DRIVING, A CLICKING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE VEHICLE'S CONVERTIBLE ROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755358","quote_1_text":"The steering system stopped working suddenly. Sounds exactly like the recall but my VIN is not included in the recall. I had to replace the steering system at the local deal shop and I paid 100% of the cost. It only has 12,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11730333","quote_2_text":"Intermittent loss of power steering with no warning other than message on dash saying loss of power steering then shut the car off and restart it and powering steering back for a little while and then it repeats","quote_3_odi":"11682021","quote_3_text":"Cars power steering periodically goes out during ever drive you turn the car off and back on and it works for a little while and then does it again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift-to-park warning message and park lock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588621","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated he noticed a failure with the parking shift gear. The contact stated the parking brake would not function properly, in addition a shift to park warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11503203","quote_2_text":"\"Shift to Park \" message on my DIC, apparently this is an ongoing issue with Chevrolet and GMC models","quote_3_odi":"11246235","quote_3_text":"PUT CAR IN PARK AND THEN TURNED VEHICLE OFF. ONCE TURNED OFF SHIFT TO PARK MESSAGE COMES ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Automatic transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735922","quote_1_text":"Vehicle does a vibration at high way speeds of 40 to 80 mph. Found several threads online stating the same issue. Found a technical service bulletin regarding this issue (18-NA-355). My vehicle needs a new transmission stated by the service shop","quote_2_odi":"11629397","quote_2_text":"Transmission is shuddering. Can try to accelerate and it lurches until it finally catches gear and goes. Definitely a concern when at a stop and pulling into traffic","quote_3_odi":"11470942","quote_3_text":"There is a shudder in the transmission that causes a hesitation in acceleration and or a shudder that I feel is unsafe. Looking online there are a lot of people having this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2017-windshield-fogging","label":"Windshield fogging and condensation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11266447","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW. WITHIN THE FIRST 3 MONTHS WINDSHIELD HAS ALWAYS FOGGED UP. ISSUE SEEMED MINOR AT FIRST BUT IS ANNOYING AND IS A SAFETY HAZARD. WHEN RUNNING THE AC, I ALWAYS HAVE TO TURN ON WIPERS TO CLEAR-AND CONDENSATION IS ALWAYS RIGHT ABOVE DEFROST VENT","quote_2_odi":"11165459","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD FOGS UP WHEN DRIVING TO THE POINT THAT VISIBILITY IS SO OBSCURED YOU CAN'T DRIVE. WHEN YOU TURN DEFOG ON, THE OUTSIDE GLASS FOGS UP AND YOU MUST USE WIPERS BUT THE FOGGING REOCCURS SO QUICKLY THAT IT STILL OBSTRUCTS VIEW","quote_3_odi":"11130849","quote_3_text":"IN HUMID CONDITIONS THE CAR WINDSHIELD WILL FOG UP (CONDENSATION). THIS IS CAUSED BY AIR LEAKING FROM THE FRONT DEFROSTER VENT. COVERING THE VENT RESOLVES THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-convertible-top-glass-separation","label":"Convertible top rear glass separating from soft top","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11497393","quote_1_text":"I have a 2018 Camaro Convertible. There is a known issue with the convertible tops on these cars. The rear glass separates from the top because of a manufacturing defect","quote_2_odi":"11651156","quote_2_text":"September 02 2020 I noticed the glass rear window had separated from the soft top. Reported it to my dealer and the $6000 top was replaced under warranty because the glass could not be reglued to the top. In August of 2024 I noticed the same problem","quote_3_odi":"11291007","quote_3_text":"CONVERTIBLE TOP REAR WINDOW DELAMINATES DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN AND/OR INSUFFICIENT BONDING OF GLASS TO FABRIC MATERIAL OF TOP. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MY CAR TWICE WITHIN LESS THAN A YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-oil-pump-lifter-failure","label":"Oil pump or lifter failure leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11710189","quote_1_text":"Lifter collapsed. Car had new gm lifters put in with a new camshaft in august of 2025 they have about 5k miles on them and failed they are the gm high performance lifters","quote_2_odi":"11666562","quote_2_text":"The oil pump failed which caused to replace the engine as the oil pump is located in the engine. Pieces of metal from the oil pump failure went into the engine which could cause serious crash","quote_3_odi":"11659685","quote_3_text":"The oil pump on this vehicle has gone out with 11,000 miles on it. This a known problem from GM and they will not fix it. I am being told my car is out of warranty so no luck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or seizure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11697362","quote_1_text":"Loss of power steering, particularly mid-turn and at low speeds. Steering becomes very difficult and greatly increases risk of crash. I have had several instances where my power steering will go out mid-turn and the steering wheel becomes almost impossible to turn","quote_2_odi":"11653211","quote_2_text":"I got a message in the dash saying \"service power steering\".... then the steering wheel began to shake violently until I pulled the car off the road. After I shut the car off, the car was still shaking for a total of 2 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11691941","quote_3_text":"I lose power steering randomly. When this occurs I get a service rear diff message on my dash, the fan motor cuts out, and gauges like the speedometer and tachometer go to zero","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to park warning message preventing ignition shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11693662","quote_1_text":"Getting shift to park message when car is already in park preventing the car from completely turning off. Leaving the car partially on draining the battery- Failed transmission controls","quote_2_odi":"11366973","quote_2_text":"AFTER SHIFTING INTO PARK THE DISPLAY SHOWS ACTION REQUIRED SHIFT TO PARK AND WILL NOT SHUTOFF THE IGNITION. (STATIONARY/PARKED)","quote_3_odi":"11508289","quote_3_text":"Car will say “shift to park” warning message even with car in the selected gear of “park”. Happens at least 5 times a week, and I have to turn my car on, back up or pull forward put the car in park, try to turn it off and I will be met with the error message","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hard or violent shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11610424","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the transmission shuddered. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable and was towed to the residence","quote_2_odi":"11523155","quote_2_text":"Car feels like you are driving over rumble strips when the road is clearly smooth. Tried buying new tires and nothing would fix it. Then looked online and found many thousands of people having same issue that has affected all gm 8 speed transmissions for several years","quote_3_odi":"11389336","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION ISN'T CONTROLLED WELL. WHEN COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP THE TRANSMISSION TENDS TO SHIFT TO 1ST GEAR VIOLENTLY WHICH MAY CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE FORWARD AND HIT A CAR IN FRONT OF YOU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2018-trunk-water-electrical-short","label":"Trunk water intrusion causing electrical short","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11645227","quote_1_text":"Trunk flooded with water due to insufficient drainage. Factory radio amplifier and vehicle fuse box are covered in water as well as aftermarket amplifier I've installed. I have parts for inspection if needed","quote_2_odi":"11581078","quote_2_text":"The ignition switch shorted, a fuse shorted and these symptoms revealed a bigger problem. The holding area for the tire in the rear (does not hold a tire because of space issue) was repurposed by the manufacturer to mount the rear fuse box and amp","quote_3_odi":"11516013","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that a manufacturer defect had caused moisture to seep into the trunk compartment. As a result, water had leaking into the battery compartment which had caused the vehicle to shut off while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2019-convertible-window-delamination","label":"Convertible rear window delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11711823","quote_1_text":"Rear window glass in convertible top became delaminated from seal at all corners. Glass rattled when windows were down like it was going to blow off the car","quote_2_odi":"11526453","quote_2_text":"Rear window separating from convertiable. Local Chevy dealer has inspected the car. Safety issue for others as it can come off while driving","quote_3_odi":"11507963","quote_3_text":"The rear window is separating from the roof. It seems to be a common problem with certain Camaros and other type GM convertibles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2019-electrical-warning-system-failure","label":"Electrical system failures affecting gauges and alerts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11753986","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has suffered a total failure of its audio amplifier, resulting in a complete loss of all interior audio. This is not a convenience or entertainment issue","quote_2_odi":"11659616","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the instrument panel failed to display the speed, RPM, engine temperature, or any other vehicle information","quote_3_odi":"11362903","quote_3_text":"MY 2019 CAMARO SS2 BRAND NEW SHUT DOWN AND RESTARTED 3 TIMES WHILE IN MOTION. THEN I STOPPED KILLED ENGINE AND IT WOULDN'T RESTART, COULDN'T TURN ON FLASHERS, COMPLETELY DEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2019-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11609193","quote_1_text":"The electronic power steering system failed during track driving. Driving aggressively for almost 30 minutes, the power steering assist failed to “assist”","quote_2_odi":"11579224","quote_2_text":"Power steering on vehicle failed causing the steering to lock up while driving with almost no ability to stear the car","quote_3_odi":"11496610","quote_3_text":"After driving approximately 4 hours at highway speeds of 65- 70 mph the steering became very difficult to move, then suddenly the car jolted in the intended direction creating an need to compensate back in other direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2019-shift-to-park-sensor-fault","label":"Shift-to-park position sensing fault","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11739611","quote_1_text":"At that moment, the vehicle suddenly jolted and accelerated forward independently. The vehicle proceeded through a red light at approximately 20 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11463421","quote_2_text":"Loss of shifter to b.c.m. Shifter switch failure After turning off engine would say Action required shift to park","quote_3_odi":"11635724","quote_3_text":"The car warning system states Place Car in Park when car is in park. Cannot turn override this system. Have to wiggle the gear shift until it recognizes it is in park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2019-transmission-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11733895","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing a severe and dangerous transmission defect that manifests as intense shuddering and vibrations followed by instances of random, unintended acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11716329","quote_2_text":"The issue initially presented as intermittent trasmision shuddering, hesitation during accelaration, harsh and delayed shifting, and noticeable vibration, particularly at low speeds and during gear changes","quote_3_odi":"11711821","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed and need to be replaced at about 60,300 miles, just after the warranty expired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-convertible-top-latch","label":"Convertible top and trunk latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11653937","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that after opening the convertible top, the sliding door used to secure the convertible top into the rear of the vehicle malfunctioned and failed to automatically close","quote_2_odi":"11596934","quote_2_text":"The trunk will not open. It will not open even using the keyfob, using the actual key, nor pressing the button on the driver side door. There is a constant message saying that the trunk is not secured and the car is constantly alarming because of the trunk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-headlight-module-failure","label":"Headlight module failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11685648","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the passenger’s side daytime running light bulb was blown. The contact called two dealers and an independent mechanic and was informed that the passenger’s side headlight module had to be replaced to repair the failure","quote_2_odi":"11645540","quote_2_text":"However, about a year and half ago the left headlight and daylamp is out. This have to be a manufactire issue, and when I talk to dealeship service dept the cost to repair the problem is $2,300, this just to expensive for a car that does not have a lot of miles on it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-power-loss-highway-speed","label":"Loss of engine power at highway speed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11542389","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN issue but when gas peddle is pushed and speed is above 65MPH the vehicles dashboard lights go out and the car starts to sound as if it is going to shut down and power to the vehicle is declined dramatically","quote_2_odi":"11492192","quote_2_text":"At random times the car will get the check engine light (Code P2138 when scanned) & show a message on the dash saying “engine power reduced”. This happened to me twice while driving on the highway & 4 other times while driving on city streets","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-power-train-recall-delay","label":"Power train recall repair delayed or unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11659954","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V148000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11703785","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction. The vehicle twisted and the wheels locked. The vehicle crashed into a concrete curb","quote_3_odi":"11651304","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while pulling out of the driveway in reverse and then shifting into drive, there was a loud banging sound underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the transmission felt as if it was going to lock. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-restraint-system-warning","label":"Safety restraint system warning message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11517516","quote_1_text":"I keep getting multiple messages to service my vehicle's safety restraint system. It has come through and gone away multiple times over the past few weeks. No accident has happened","quote_2_odi":"11487865","quote_2_text":"The \"Safety Restraint system\" service warning kept coming on the dash. The chevrolet place said they would have to change the \"connectors\" on the sensor under the passenger seat. So I had to pay them $100 to fix this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-suspension-separation","label":"Suspension component separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11678607","quote_1_text":"The camber plate nut fell off inside the shock causing me to lose control and go through a field. The camber plate is the only thing holding the strut to the vehicle and should have had a locknut from the factory as it's nothing more than a ball joint","quote_2_odi":"11407889","quote_2_text":"WHILE BACKING UP AND TURNING IN A PARKING LOT HEARD A POP GOT OUT AND FOUND MY LEFT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT FAILED. NOTHING WAS HIT WHEEL AND TIRE OKAY . DEALER SAID I MUST HAVE HIT SOMETHING BUT ONCE AGAIN NO DAMAGE TO THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-transmission-shudder-stall","label":"Transmission shudder, hesitation, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11711514","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle vibrated, jerked, and made abnormal whining and metallic sounds. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11547440","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was shaking when accelerating, the issue is coming from a faulty transmission shudder on all 8 speed automatic transmission sold by General Motors. My safety was at risk due to very bad shaking that almost felt like the car was going to break down at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11535972","quote_3_text":"The car would not accelerate and while in Drive, the car began to roll backwards. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? - as I the car stopped accelerating, I was at a red light with other cars present. I have to put my car in park and have my emergency brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Camaro","model_slug":"camaro","cluster_id":"camaro-2020-wheel-lockup-braking","label":"Wheel lockup during braking","component_code":"WHEELS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11670498","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Camaro. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels locked up and the vehicle was uncontrollable. The contact stated several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact's vehicle crashed into a guardrail","quote_2_odi":"11666548","quote_2_text":"Prior to the incident (vehicle crash), immediately after the vehicle was purchased (March 2023), it was taken back to the dealership several times due to a slight noise and sensation the wheels and brakes were making","quote_3_odi":"11355368","quote_3_text":"BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR DURING A TRACK DAY. THE CAMARO WAS A 1LE TRACK PACKAGE AND GM SELLS IT WITH A WARRANTY FOR TRACK AS WELL AS INSTRUCTIONS FOR CHANGES TO THINGS INCLUDING MOVING TO A DOT 4 BRAKE FLUID. I HAD DONE THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/camaro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2005-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":1649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11005021","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING OUT OF MY PARKING SPOT AT A VERY LOW SPEED (LESS THAN 5MPH) AND THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, UNPROVOKED. JUST THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED. I RECEIVED BURNS AND CUTS TO MY ARM AND HAVE HEARING LOSS IN MY ONE EAR","quote_2_odi":"10966154","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING ON GRAVEL ROAD CAUSING DRIVER TO HIT HILL AND TOTALING AND CAR SEVERELY INJURING DRIVER AND PASSENGERS","quote_3_odi":"10789462","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER AT 60 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A DEER, DROVE INTO A DITCH, AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2005-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss or seizure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":109,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11413575","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILED, CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT YET DETERMINED","quote_2_odi":"11145028","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER WAS NOT REGISTERING THE SPEED OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11032054","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND COULD NOT BE STEERED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 120,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2005-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line leak near rear wheel","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":1649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11196652","quote_1_text":"FUEL RETURN LINE LEAK 108,000 MILES ALL THE SUDDEN THE CLIP GAVE OUT UNDER DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR FULL TANK LEAKED OUT NO WARNING IGNITION SPARK CAUSED FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11048364","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR BEGAN TO SMELL LIKE GAS. I GOT OUR AND LOOKED AND THE CAR WAS LEAKING GAS PROFUSELY. COME TO FIND OUT THE GAS LINE HAD RUSTED COMPLETELY OUT","quote_3_odi":"11338139","quote_3_text":"FUEL LINE LEAK BY THE LEFT REAR WHEEL AT BODY MOUNT. SIMILAR TO WHAT IS DESCRIBED IN THE RECENT RELEASE REGARDING THE 2008-2010 COBALT FUEL LEAK ISSUE. THE INVESTIGATION SHOULD BE EXPANDED TO 2005 AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2005-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch failure with engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10872841","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED AS THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH THAT WAS REPLACED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER","quote_2_odi":"10854814","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER RESTARTING, THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES AT ANY GIVEN SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10732701","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STARTER AND FUEL PUMP FAILED NEEDED TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2006-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":2330,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11354386","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT DROVE STRAIGHT INTO DITCH AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES DUE TO THE ACCIDENT AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","quote_2_odi":"11302945","quote_2_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT IS RANDOMLY POPPING UP ON THE DASH! THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS RUNNING AND IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11341085","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIR BAG BECAUSE IT IS SHOWING IT'S OFF, SO I KNOW IF I WERE TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT IT WILL NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2006-engine-stall-ignition-switch","label":"Engine stall and shutoff linked to ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":2330,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11604344","quote_1_text":"The car idles very low when stopped and sputters/putters like it's going to die","quote_2_odi":"11533628","quote_2_text":"While driving the car, it will suddenly stall w the engine running but won’t react the use of the brakes, steering or gear shifter","quote_3_odi":"11413628","quote_3_text":"MY KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION SWITCH IN ORDER TO TAKE IT OUT I HAVE TO PUSH A BUTTON UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2006-fuel-tank-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank and fuel line leak with gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2330,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11527970","quote_1_text":"Fuel line rusted, leaking under car. Smell gas in cabin","quote_2_odi":"11533375","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is leaking from the fuel tank","quote_3_odi":"11676098","quote_3_text":"The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2006-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":2330,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11667876","quote_1_text":"I have been experiencing the loss of steering assist. This occurs at any time while driving and that, once assist is lost, a message is displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) and a chime sounds","quote_2_odi":"11485037","quote_2_text":"Car drove fine during a routine trip for groceries. When about to leave the parking lot, my steering wheel was very hard to turn, almost impossible and I noticed a power steering warning on the dash. Thankfully this didn't happen on a highway or something, I had my kid with me","quote_3_odi":"11518517","quote_3_text":"It will say power steering on dashboard then doesn’t allow it to shift loses all power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"2007-chevrolet-cobalt-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1564,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11724877","quote_1_text":"During the crash, no air bags had deployed, and the driver sustained fatal injuries","quote_2_odi":"11493937","quote_2_text":"The airbag in the Cobalt did not deploy despite significant frontal damage to the Cobalt","quote_3_odi":"11220845","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY. WHILE LIT THE AIRBAGS WILL NOT FUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"2007-chevrolet-cobalt-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":1564,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11434575","quote_1_text":"Problems with ignition had a recall on ignition got it replaced still is messing up had to buy another car cause it won't start","quote_2_odi":"11098026","quote_2_text":"TWICE NOW I'VE LOST ALL POWER TO MY CAR DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I CAN NOT REMOVE THE KEY, THERE IS NO POWER TO ANYTHING","quote_3_odi":"11575975","quote_3_text":"Key can be removed while a car is still running. It still does this. Hasn't been repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"2007-chevrolet-cobalt-fuel-line-leaks","label":"Fuel line and fuel pump leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1564,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11564927","quote_1_text":"Started smelling gas when driving vehicle. Found fuel leak on top of fuel tank","quote_2_odi":"11417847","quote_2_text":"Upon further inspection this steel fuel line was badly rusted & corroded all the way to under the driver seat","quote_3_odi":"11349582","quote_3_text":"IT IS COMING FROM THE EXPOSED PLASTIC RETAINER CLIP THAT HAS RUSTED THROUGH MY GAS LINE AND SLOWLY RUSTING THROUGH MY BRAKE LINE NOW AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"2007-chevrolet-cobalt-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1564,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11656377","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the contact had to manually steer the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11339065","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEED WHEN THEIR VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING SUDDENLY FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11320216","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING FOR NO REASON. VEHICLE MOVING WHEN THIS HAPPENED ! VERY DANGEROUS!!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"2007-chevrolet-cobalt-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":1564,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11576571","quote_1_text":"Timing chain came right threw the valve cover","quote_2_odi":"11352429","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED AND DAMAGED THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11352285","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED AND DAMAGED THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2008-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":940,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11751466","quote_1_text":"Head on collision, airbag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11590366","quote_2_text":"When the driver's side window on my 2008 Chevy Cobalt is fully open/down, the \"Service air bag\" warning light comes on","quote_3_odi":"11326226","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAG LIGHTS ON DASH FOR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE COME ON AT RANDOM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2008-fuel-line-corrosion","label":"Fuel line corrosion and leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":940,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11665285","quote_1_text":"The fuel line is leaking fuel on the drivers side near the passenger door. The leak is to the point where it is pooling under the door on the ground","quote_2_odi":"11497109","quote_2_text":"The contact's son owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact's son stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, he could smell gasoline inside the cabin of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11549361","quote_3_text":"Gas Line corroded near Driver rear wheel due to design of gas line bracket/shield. A bit of research finds that this is not an uncommon occurence and is solely based on the poor design of the shield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2008-ignition-electrical-stall","label":"Ignition switch failure and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":940,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11082020","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE UPON TURNING IGNITION KEY IN THE IGNITION THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START","quote_2_odi":"11280872","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS SEATED IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT WITHOUT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO START INDEPENDENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11350104","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD NOT TURN KEY OR SOME TIMES START OR GO INTO GEAR. IT IS ALWAYS HIT AND MISS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2008-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":940,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11669269","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that the power steering suddenly failed to operate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11173076","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE POWER STEERING AND STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT COULD NOT REGAIN CONTROL OF THE STEERING","quote_3_odi":"11414081","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 CHEVROLET COBALT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED, CAUSING THE STEERING WHEEL TO BECOME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2008-rear-seatbelt-lockup","label":"Rear seat belt retractor lock-up","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":940,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11602487","quote_1_text":"My back seat belts don’t work properly. It takes 10-20 mins to try to get it to come out to buckle up","quote_2_odi":"11527603","quote_2_text":"The back right seat belt and the back left seat belt lock up so much while trying to buckle in that we can hardly use them","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2010-air-bag-nondeployment-warning","label":"Air bag non-deployment and warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11684808","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that, while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed during an ice and rainstorm with poor visibility, a vehicle parked sideways in the middle of the roadway suddenly appeared. Unable to stop in time, the","quote_2_odi":"11460858","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while her husband was driving on the interstate, he had a heart attack and crashed into a tree where the vehicle came to a stop. None of the air bags deploy. The driver died at the scene due to a heart attack per","quote_3_odi":"11337380","quote_3_text":"THE SIDE AIR BAG SIGN COMES ON MY DASH THAT SAYS I NEED TO FIX MY PASSENGER AIR BAGS....AND ALWAYS COMES ON WHEN I DRIVE SLOWLY LIKE INTO MY NEIGHBORHOOD OR PARKING LOT. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2010-fuel-line-corrosion-leak","label":"Fuel line corrosion and leak near rear wheel well","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":98,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11494898","quote_1_text":"Fuel lines are both leaking on the driver-side of the car, about halfway back along the length of the vehicle. I've sent it in for repairs, but I know I'm not the only one with this issue. The car has been driven gently and only has 52,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11455761","quote_2_text":"Fuel line was leaking on driver's side rear wheel close to heat shield and muffler. Cost me 1,000 to have lines replaced","quote_3_odi":"11360664","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET COBALT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL LINE RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WAS A KNOWN ISSUE WHICH THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO CORRECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FAMILY MEMBERS WHO OWNED SIMILAR CHEVROLET COBALT EXPERIENCED THE SAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11441465","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate without warning. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to his home. The dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the","quote_2_odi":"11455230","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, she attempted to make a right turn and the steering wheel seized. The contact was able to stop the vehicle, turn off the vehicle, and after restarting the vehicle, the power steering was","quote_3_odi":"11388940","quote_3_text":"MY POWER STEERING JUST WENT OUT. HATED TO TURN ETC. THE CAR WAS GONE THEN JUST WENT BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cobalt","model_slug":"cobalt","cluster_id":"cobalt-2010-transmission-stall-shift-failure","label":"Transmission stall and shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11256832","quote_1_text":"PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSIONWILL NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEARS, AFTER HAVING A HOLE IN TRANSMISSION PAN,SO REPLACE THE PAN AND FILTER AND GASKET AND PUT NEW TRANSMISSION FLUID IN,NOW CAR WILL NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEARS. ITS LIKE IT LOCKED ME OUT OF THE TRANSMISSION ALL TOGETHER. THIS","quote_2_odi":"10958189","quote_2_text":"2010 CHEVROLET COBALT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE TRANSMISSION STALLING ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER ADVISED THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO BROKEN WIRES IN THE WIRING HARNESS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. UPDATED 06/21/2017*JS","quote_3_odi":"11282976","quote_3_text":"I JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR..2010 CHEVY COBALT WITH 176,000 MILES TWO WEEKS AGO WITH ALL OF THE MONEY THAT I HAD. I NOTICED THAT IT HAD A DEALERS TAG, BUT HE WANTED TO MEET ME AT A STORE AND CLAIMED THAT THE CAR WAS PERFECT.DAY TWO IT STALLED & HAS CONTINUED TO RANDOMLY STALL &","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/cobalt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"airbag-nondeployment-in-crash","label":"Airbags failing to deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11349471","quote_1_text":"2011 CHEVY COLORADO. CONSUMER STATES THAT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10652402","quote_2_text":"THE TRUCK STRUCK ANOTHER LARGER TRUCK IN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR, HEAD ON, AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY CAUSING ADDITIONAL INJURY TO MYSELF","quote_3_odi":"10448624","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO AN EMBANKMENT AND THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"airbag-warning-light-rear-door-harness","label":"Airbag warning light from rear door wiring harness faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11455060","quote_1_text":"The drivers-side airbag indicator light remains on. The light warns that the airbag is not working. This is the third time it has happened, first at 89,000 miles, then at 111,000 miles, and now at 133,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"10716970","quote_2_text":"WHEN I STARTED MY TRUCK THE RED AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ON STEADY. I WENT TO FIND OUT WHY THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON IT WAS FOR THE SEAT BELT PRE-TENSIONER. IT WAS IN A FAULT SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"10855401","quote_3_text":"BROKEN WIRES INSIDE DRIVERS REAR DOOR AFFECTING THE AIR BAG WARNING SYSTEM AND POSSIBLE OPERATION OF THE AIR BAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"brake-light-switch-circuit-failures","label":"Brake light switch and circuit failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11423842","quote_1_text":"Brake lights will not come on. There is no fuse and lights are new. Many people have reported this as a problem","quote_2_odi":"10625938","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH. THIS IS THE SECOND FAILURE. THIS SWITCH WAS REPLACED ON 05/02/2013","quote_3_odi":"10621990","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHEN THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"frame-corrosion-bed-cab-separation","label":"Frame corrosion and bed-to-cab separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11647332","quote_1_text":"Excessive frame corrosion that has caused the bed of the truck to touch the cab which has made me apprehensive to drive it. The truck has ROT holes on the bottom sections of the frame where water collects","quote_2_odi":"11424235","quote_2_text":"Frame is rusted through/broken in same spot on both sides. Bed of truck is flipping up and there is no gap left between the bed of the truck and the cab at the top but there is 1.5 inch gap at bottom of bed/cab","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"fuel-system-leaks-and-odor","label":"Fuel system leaks and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11256934","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10993041","quote_2_text":"STARTED SMELLING RAW FUEL. THEN HAD A MASSIVE FUEL LEAK, SPRAYING RAW GASOLINE FROM THE FUEL TANK AREA. . FOUND THAT THE FUEL MODULE HAD RUSTED THROUGH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"intermittent-no-start-ignition-lock-failures","label":"Intermittent no-start and ignition lock (Passlock) failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11517584","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has an electronic issue where it does not recognize the original key to the car. It does not let you start the vehicle. There is a bad sensor in the ignition lock housing unit located where the key is inserted into the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11221844","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE AND MANY OTHERS AS WELL SUFFER FROM A INTERMITTENT PROBLEM OF THE PASS LOCK SECURITY SAFETY FEATURE. THERE ARE TIMES WHEN INSERTING THE KEY IN THE IGNITION THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START BECAUSE THE PASS LOCK FAILS TO RECOGNIZE THE KEY","quote_3_odi":"10714725","quote_3_text":"15% OF THE TIME MY 2011 CHEVY COLORADO WILL NOT TURN OVER. IT IS COMPLETELY SPORADIC. SOMETIMES IT WON'T START FIRST THING IN THE MORNING, MAKING ME LATE TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-airbag-warning-light-wiring","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and wiring faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11430237","quote_1_text":"The wiring for the airbags runs through a hinge in the extended cab doors. I don’t use my rear doors much, but I would say that I use them a normal amount. Regular opening and closing of the door will cause the wires to break, thus making the airbags inoperable. Normal use of","quote_2_odi":"10870693","quote_2_text":"2012 CHEV COLORADO EXTENDED CAB (PURCHASED NEW IN 2012). AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. 1ST INCIDENT AUG 2015 (32,000 MILES). DEALERSHIP RAN DIAG SCAN AND PULLED CODE B0092 AND REPAIRED WIRES UNDER PASSENGER SEAT AND CLEARED CODE. 2ND INCIDENT LESS THAN 4 MONTHS LATER (34,000 MILES) '","quote_3_odi":"10654271","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON ONE MORNING IN LATE OCTOBER. AS I WAS GOING OUT OF TOWN, I COULD NOT DEAL WITH IT UNTIL I GOT BACK, LAST WEEK. WHEN I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, ON SATURDAY, THEY READ THE ERROR CODES FROM THE AIRBAG MODULE, BUT COULD NOT INTERPRET THEM, AS THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-frame-subframe-cracking-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe cracking from corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11496703","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was discovered that the driver’s side subframe had fractured due to rust and corrosion. The contact indicated that the fracture was located by the bed of the truck and the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11382757","quote_2_text":"POPPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT END WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT AND APPLYING BRAKES.COME TO FIND OUT THE FRAME IS CRACKED ON BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT FRAME RAILS AT THE FACTORY WELDS. THIS TRUCK HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT AND I'M THE ORIGINAL OWNER. THE CHEVY DEALER CONDEMNED THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-no-start-ignition-electrical","label":"No-start condition tied to ignition and security system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258438","quote_1_text":"AS LONG AS THE SECURITY LIGHT FLASHES THE TRUCK WILL NOT START. I TAKE OFF THE NEGATIVE CLAMP OFF THE BATTERY AN WAIT 10 MINUTES IT WILL START. IF I USE THE REMOTE TO LOCK THE TRUCK EVERY THIRD TIME THE TRUCK WILL NOT START. AN SOME TIMES IT DOES IT MORE THAN THAT. SO I DON'T","quote_2_odi":"10557107","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 12 MONTH OLD CHEVY COLORADO, BOUGHT NEW. FOR 9 MONTHS, NO ISSUES. THEN IN OCTOBER, IT SIMPLY WON'T START. DEAD BATTERY. I DROVE IT REGULARLY TO AND FROM WORK EACH DAY, SO IT'S NOT FROM NON-USE. I TOOK IT TO SERVICE AND THEY SAID IT WAS A BAD BATTERY. THEY REPLACED IT","quote_3_odi":"10908151","quote_3_text":"SHUT OFF, DO NOT LOCK, TRY TO START AND THE CAR WITH THE PADLOCK IS LIT UP AND I CANNOT START THE PICKUP. HIT LOCK, UNLOCK, STILL WON'T GET RID OF CAR/PADLOCK LIGHT.. GET OUT HIT LOCK, UNLOCK. STILL WON'T GET RID OF CAR/PADLOCK LIGHT. I HAVE TO KEEP DOING THIS UNTIL THE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-service-brakes-mechanical-failure","label":"Brake system component failure affecting stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10585807","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON THE FREEWAY GOING TO WORK AT 5:00 AM WITH ALMOST NO TRAFFIC. A PICKUP TRUCK IN THE NEXT LANE LEFT OF ME HAD A PIECE OF PLYWOOD EJECTED FROM THE BED AND WAS FLYING THROUGH THE AIR TOWARDS THE FRONT OF MY PICKUP. I SAW IT COMING AT ME AND I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL ONCE","quote_2_odi":"10622349","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ATTEMPTING TO STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10846301","quote_3_text":"THE PARKING BRAKE CABLE RUNNING FROM THE FOOT PEDAL TO THE MIDDLE OF THE TRUCK IS ATTACHED TO THE FRAME IN SUCH A WAY THAT IT WORE A HOLE THOUGH THE RUBBER CASING. THIS CAUSED THE INTERIOR METAL CABLE TO RUST. THE INTERIOR METAL THEN WOULD NOT MOVE FREELY THROUGH THE RUBBER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-stability-traction-warning-light","label":"Stability and traction warning light activation","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10475140","quote_1_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 350 MILES ON THE TRUCK ODOMETER, THE DASHBOARD WARNING MODULE ON MY NEW 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO PICKUP TRUCK ILLUMINATED WITH \"SERVICE STAB SYS\". THE WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ON UNTIL I PARKED THE TRUCK. I TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE CENTER. THE","quote_2_odi":"10639499","quote_2_text":"THE \"SERVICE STABILITY SYSTEM\" WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SHUT DOWN. IT DOES THAT REPEATEDLY. THE CHEVROLET DEALER, JIM COOK CHEVROLET IN MARION, NC, SAYS THEY CANNOT DUPLICATE THE LIGHT OR DETECT A CODE AND THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE","quote_3_odi":"11141594","quote_3_text":"I KEEP GETTING WARNING. SERVICE STAB SYSTEM. WHAT I HAVE READ ON LINE IS THAT THIS IS A GM COMPUTER PROBLEM THAT GM DOESN'T WANT TO FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2012-steering-difficult-to-turn","label":"Steering hard to turn after pulley or rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10486511","quote_1_text":"2012 CHEVY COLORADO EXTENDED CAB 2X4 I4 ENGINE LT1. THE PROBLEM IS IN THE STEERING. THE STEERING IS EXTREMELY HARD TURNING. THE STEERING DOES NOT RETURN TO CENTER AT MORE THAN 30 DEGREASE WHEN AFTER MAKING A TURN. WHEN STARTING OUT, TURN WHEEL 90 DEGREASE AND THEN PROCEED","quote_2_odi":"11097065","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER AND THE BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY AND OPENED THE HOOD TO","quote_3_odi":"10489353","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT RETURN TO THE CENTER AFTER COMPLETING A TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE RACK AND PINION SHAFT TWICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2015-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Hard brake pedal and brake vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11679416","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on a service road at 35 MPH and attempting to bring the vehicle to a stop, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal was extremely firm, requiring excessive force to depress for the vehicle to come to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11462909","quote_2_text":"I was driving home and my brake pedal seized up out of no where can’t be pushed and the brake assist light came on","quote_3_odi":"11476994","quote_3_text":"Service brake assist light on dash,hard brake,abs pulsation in brake pedal, replaced vac pump sensor. Problem continues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":147,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11749061","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Colorado has begun to periodically lose power steering. I have now several times been driving. I here a warning ding and a warning on the dash, then my power steering is completely gone. Steering becomes very difficult","quote_2_odi":"11614078","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speeds, our 2015 Chevrolet Colorado suddenly experienced loss of power assisted steering. I was able to steer the vehicle, but there was no power assist. This happened suddenly, with no advance warning lights","quote_3_odi":"11712349","quote_3_text":"Intermittent loss of power steering while driving and at start up. Warning indicators flash \"Service Power Steering Drive With Care\" and \"Service Stabilitrak.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2015-steering-recall-parts-delay","label":"Power steering recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11422931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V213000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact called the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11424906","quote_2_text":"The contact later received a recall noticed for NHTSA campaign number: 21V213000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","quote_3_odi":"11611852","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V213000 (Steering); however, the dealer refused to complete the recall repair, citing that the frame had extensive corrosion and the vehicle was unsafe to raise up on a lift","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and erratic shifting at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11450705","quote_1_text":"Transmission begins to buck at low speeds. It’s as if transmission does not know what gear to be placed in. Would have to give it gas from keeping it from shaking the hole car","quote_2_odi":"11505633","quote_2_text":"Transmision jerky,shutters.You go to take off and it switches in to low gears too soon and causes the vehicle to vibrate.Sometimes slips between 4th and 5th gear","quote_3_odi":"11372518","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION NOT SHIFTING CORRECTLY, HUNTS FOR GEARS AND WONT DOWNSHIFT UNDER ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2016-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11584840","quote_1_text":"Operator reported that under braking, they lost all power assist to the brake pedal and brake pedal was extremely hard to push. This resulted in extended stopping distance and difficulty slowing the vehicle down. It was found that the vacuum pump had failed","quote_2_odi":"11588069","quote_2_text":"The brake pedal suddenly became very stiff with no warning while driving at highway speeds. Braking was very difficult and required me to swerve into another lane to not impact a car and run a red light. I managed to stop afterwards","quote_3_odi":"11708112","quote_3_text":"Vacuum pump busted as shown in photos. Once that busted it sent metal shrapnel into the engine which broke a piece of the cam shaft into bits. There were metal fragments that had to be meticulously cleaned out of my engine block","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2016-engine-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11697475","quote_1_text":"COMPONENT: The piston in cylinder #1 cracked and created conditions for the fuel injector to bore a hole through it. SAFETY: This led to sudden loss of engine power and violent shaking of the vehicle at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11727045","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Chevy Colorado suddenly has a power loss engine died and i went from 75 to parked in less than 30 seconds. Luckily I was able to pull off the freeway to the median. We were almost hit by two vehicles pulling a trailer and the other pulling a RV","quote_3_odi":"11625518","quote_3_text":"November 13, 2024, vehicle died out while driving on the freeway. Dashboard lit up everything, had to get the vehicle towed back to dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist with StabiliTrak warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":165,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11743914","quote_1_text":"Driving 65mph down highway and power steering lost power and Error message \"Stabilitrak\" \"Power steering drive with care\" This is a busy highway and I was scared I was going to crash into another vehicle or run off the road","quote_2_odi":"11686920","quote_2_text":"My power steering went out while driving at 70mph on my way to work. This was accompanied by a dashboard warning lights \"Service Power Steering\" along with \"Service Stabilitrack\". I nearly collided with another vehicle being unable to lane change quickly","quote_3_odi":"11724051","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, or while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel locked up, and excessive force was needed while steering the vehicle. The \"Stabili-trak - Caution When Driving\" message was displayed on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2016-transmission-shift-shudder","label":"Transmission slipping and shudder during shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11630583","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving and coming to a complete stop, the vehicle jerked while shifting gear. Additionally, while driving at slow speeds, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle hesitated while shifting into gear. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11608905","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shuddered while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure persisted with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11621342","quote_3_text":"I was going 55mph on an open highway and the transmission downshifted into 2nd gear throwing me forward and dropped me to 35mph with a line of cars behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-brake-failure","label":"Loss of braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723086","quote_1_text":"On Wednesday, February 18th, I was driving on the freeway, usual heavy traffic right off of it at 5:00pm. When exiting and merging onto the street, I pressed on my break to slow down and meet the speed of traffic, but my breaks felt hard, I struggled pressing it down","quote_2_odi":"11608631","quote_2_text":"I was driving to lunch and without warning, my brakes failed when I approached a 4-way stop. With ABS, I was able to stop my vehicle safely in a parking lot. However, the when I turned the vehicle off, it would not start again","quote_3_odi":"11673728","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on another occasion while driving 55 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slower to stop than normal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed and it was determined that the brake booster pump needed to be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel line or fuel pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588301","quote_1_text":"Fuel leak in line. There is a pin hole in the line spewing fuel under pressure when running. The fuel flows down the side of the tank as I reported in Complaint Number 11587383 on May 7th, 2024","quote_2_odi":"11700132","quote_2_text":"Fuel leak. Engine stop the truck, smell of fuel in the cabin, the truck is using diesel. This started in Ictober, technician told me it’s the gas pump","quote_3_odi":"11466936","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while her husband was driving 50 MPH, he smelled an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle. He pulled over and noticed that the fuel gauge had indicated that the fuel was empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-infotainment-malfunction","label":"Touch screen and radio changing settings unprompted","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718116","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system will start changing on the screen to navigation and also on the odometer screen to audio settings. After turning vehicle off it will seem like a reset then do it again","quote_2_odi":"11556868","quote_2_text":"Radio system/touch screen control beeps repeatedly (like someone is selecting buttons on the control head), changes screens and modes by itself while driving. Very distracting while driving","quote_3_odi":"11519519","quote_3_text":"The radio will change stations, switch apps, make phone calls all on its own. The drivers info center, located on the gauges will switch constantly to the radio setting, removing the speed that I'm traveling at","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck or unable to be removed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611163","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition. The failure occurred on several different occasions","quote_2_odi":"11413978","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE IGNITION KEY IS TURNED OFF THE KEY IS STUCK AND CAN'T BE REMOVED. HAVE TO RESTART CAR TURN OFF AGAIN AND AGAIN WHILE PUTTING CAR IN PARK VERY FORCEFULLY. HAPPENS VERY RANDOM","quote_3_odi":"11430959","quote_3_text":"My keys continue to get stuck in the key ignition slot. It doesn't matter if I am parked in a flat, incline or decline position. I have to lock and unlock my vehicle several times and sometimes it works","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss or steering wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528360","quote_1_text":"I took my 2017 Chevrolet Colorada in for an oil change and when exiting the building I made a sharp left turn at very slow parking lot speed. The steering wheel locked up and was difficult to break loosed","quote_2_odi":"11402682","quote_2_text":"I STARTED MY 2017 CHEVROLET COLORADO IN A PARKING LOT AND HAD NO POWER STEERING. I RECEIVED A POWER STEERING FAILURE MESSAGE TELLING ME TO DRIVE WITH CAUTION AND TO HAVE THE POWER STEERING SERVICED","quote_3_odi":"11190279","quote_3_text":"STEERING LOCKED WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT AND WOULD NOT STRAIGHTEN OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":215,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751766","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and vibrated abnormally","quote_2_odi":"11496465","quote_2_text":"My car was shuddering (almost like the wheels didn't have enough power) and it felt like I was going over a rumble strip. After some research I found out that Chevrolet knew of this problem and acknowledged it in a service bulletin in 2018","quote_3_odi":"11162161","quote_3_text":"AT 21000 MILES FELT LIKE DRIVING OVER RUMBLE STRIPS AND TACH WOULD MOVE IN CRUISE. DEALER FLUSHED TRANS. 4 MONTHS LATER AT 29000 MILES SAME PROBLEM BUT NOW SHIFTING HARD NOTICED DURING ACCELERATION AND DECELERATION. CHANGED OUT CONVERTER AND FLUSH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-fuel-pump-leak","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623578","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel pump detached from its mounting flange, resulting in damage to the attaching high pressure fuel pipe causing a constant fuel leak","quote_2_odi":"11667683","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that upon arriving to his destination, he observed gasoline leaking underneath the vehicle near the fuel filler neck. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11640337","quote_3_text":"Fuel system leak and yes, it is available for inspection. My safety was at risk while I was driving the truck and smelled a very strong odor of gasoline enter the cab of the truck while I was driving with the windows rolled up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key will not release from ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the key was difficult to remove from the ignition","quote_2_odi":"11422331","quote_2_text":"Ignition Key can't be removed and will not rotate all the way to the off position. Have to leave key in the ignition and the door unlocked","quote_3_odi":"11330269","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH IGNITION KEY NOT BEING ABLE TO BE REMOVED. SEEMS TO BE RELATED TO THE SHIFT LEVER, MOVING THAT BACK AND FORTH CAN USUALLY RECTIFY THE PROBLEM AFTER MANY ATTEMPTS. VEHICLE STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-infotainment-display","label":"Infotainment display and backup camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11589694","quote_1_text":"We have been complaining to the dealerships (2) since 2021 about a spontaneous outage of the Infotainment system","quote_2_odi":"11628121","quote_2_text":"Rear back up camera at night is extremely bright and blinding to driver. Makes it useless at night and dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11442772","quote_3_text":"Electrical problems with Chevrolet Mylink display. A variety of errors include backup camera flashing on at highway speeds, hands free phone calls put on hold, navigation screen flashing random inaccurate destinations","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742439","quote_1_text":"Power steering failure, without incident. It started one morning, after turning off truck the previous day. Warning lights displayed as soon as truck was started. Very difficult to turn steering wheel. Too dangerous to drive","quote_2_odi":"11569796","quote_2_text":"The power steering on our 2018 Chevy Colorado fails intermittently during driving","quote_3_odi":"11550950","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2018 Chevy Colorado with 42000 miles I noticed my vehicles steering would get stuck while making turns on the highway and local streets","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11362236","quote_1_text":"MY COLORADO HAS COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN/POWERED OFF WHEN MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN. TWICE NOW","quote_2_odi":"11413117","quote_2_text":"THIS STARTED ABOUT 3 MONTHS AFTER I GOT THE TRUCK AND HAS BEEN DOING IT SINCE. ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, TRUCK ENGINE SHUT OFF AFTER STOPPING THEN TURNING RIGHT ON CITY AND NEIGHBORHOOD STREETS","quote_3_odi":"11699149","quote_3_text":"Highlighting a materials defect with the rear crankshaft reluctor ring on the 2.8 LWN Duramax, installed in the Army Infantry Squad Vehicle and the 2015-2023 Chevrolet Colorado, from which it is based","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2018-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder during acceleration or shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11142091","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE SHAKES AND SHUTTERS WHEN ACCELERATING. I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO CHEVROLET OF WESLEY CHAPEL FL 3 TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. THE PROCEEDED TO DO A \"FLUSH\" AND HAVE REPLACED THE TORQUE CONVERTER","quote_2_odi":"11470426","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle shuddered and started shaking abnormally. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11624742","quote_3_text":"transmission shudders from 20 to 60 under light acceleration. took to dealer and said that needed different oil. dealer stated that a common issue with these vehicles. Cost $500 to replace oil to proper oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal or rear-end crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11705406","quote_1_text":"I was travelling at approximately 32 miles per hour when I rear ended a vehicle that was in front of me, the vehicle in front of me was stopped. The airbags did not deploy in my vehicle. Damage to the vehicle was substantial enough to declare the vehicle a total loss","quote_2_odi":"11629320","quote_2_text":"I was in a serious car accident and my vehicles airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11230191","quote_3_text":"I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT HEAD ON AND MY AIR BAG DID NOT GO OFF I'M AT THE HOSPITAL BUT WONDER WHY THEY DID NOT GO OFF VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION GOING FORTY MILES A HOUR REAR END TRUCK AND AIR BAG DID NOT GO OFF M59 AND AIRPORT RD WATERFORD MI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-fuel-pump-bolt-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump and bolt failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11633668","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle lost power, would not go over 15 mph. There was a loud rattling noise from the engine. Check engine light came on","quote_2_odi":"11580255","quote_2_text":"The High Pressure Fuel Pump detached from engine and snapped off flange and bolt in the head of engine . The part is available for inspection and was removed by dealership","quote_3_odi":"11755005","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the fuel gauge went from full to empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-ignition-key-stuck-accessory","label":"Ignition key stuck in accessory position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11518002","quote_1_text":"Key gets stuck in the ignition switch. Will NOT turn all the way to off. Radio keeps playing, lights stay on, key can NOT be removed. Engine does turn off","quote_2_odi":"11596547","quote_2_text":"I cannot remove the key from the ignition switch after shutting it off. The engine will shut down but the key stays on the accessories position eventually causing the battery to go dead","quote_3_odi":"11429570","quote_3_text":"Key keeps getting stuck in the ignition apparently talking to the dealership service department, they have no clue either. Many other people complaining and GM not doing anything about it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11738666","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system is not functioning. The screen will come on as I turn on the truck, then it goes blank. Sometimes it flashes and then goes black. I cannot use any of my apps or connect to Apple CarPlay","quote_2_odi":"11690718","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blank, and the message \"Service Camera\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11667671","quote_3_text":"The infotainment center goes out, then comes on on a frequent basis causing the loss of navigation system through CarPlay and now will not even connect to CarPlay also loses backup camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11474147","quote_1_text":"Power steering stopped working. Seized and locked up, couldn't turn steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11461102","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that after driving approximately 65 MPH and then with the vehicle being idle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering assist warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11512287","quote_3_text":"Twice now I've had to have the powering steering replaced due to water penetration. After approx 25000 miles both times I've had failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Automatic transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11752543","quote_1_text":"Failure of Torque Converter. Transmission flushed. May or may not work. Retest after 200 miles. If failure continues, replace entire Torque Converter","quote_2_odi":"11673444","quote_2_text":"The vehicle shakes badly and shudders during acceleration and causes a brief inability to accelerate, often at higher speeds and with a great deal of rumbling and vibration. No other warning lamps, messages, or symptoms","quote_3_odi":"11207247","quote_3_text":"EIGHT SPEED TRANSMISSION SHUTTERS AND VIBRATES UNDER NORMAL ACCELERATION. MORE NOTICEABLE ON HILLS OR UNDER LIGHT LOAD. CHEVY DEALERS ANSWER: THEY ALL DO IT!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2019-vacuum-pump-brake-assist-loss","label":"Vacuum pump failure causing loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11748346","quote_1_text":"FAILED COMPONENT: Vacuum pump failed internally; debris damaged the exhaust camshaft. Pump is cam-driven with no shear pin, so seizure cuts brake assist AND sends metal debris into the engine","quote_2_odi":"11618037","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal was stiff","quote_3_odi":"11637615","quote_3_text":"I was driving around 60mph on a highway with cruise control. Heavy traffic resulted in a major accident in front of me. I slammed my brakes, which prevented me from getting involved in the altercation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-brake-booster-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11741310","quote_1_text":"Vacuum pump seized, causing loss of power assist on brakes. This happened as I was approaching an intersection to make a right-hand turn. When I press down on the brake pedal it felt hard, like it was locked up","quote_2_odi":"11730626","quote_2_text":"the power brake booster was found broken on 1/29/2026. Through repairs, i've found vacuum pump race being completely damaged and exhaust camshaft end that linked with vacuum pump is also damaged","quote_3_odi":"11722150","quote_3_text":"While driving in grocery store parking lot. The brake booster completely failed with no notice almost causing me to hit someone. I had to throw the truck in park while moving to avoid hitting pedestrians","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-camshaft-position-actuator","label":"Camshaft position actuator or sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11671114","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the camshaft position actuator. My check engine light came on. Had my vvt solenoids replaced and the mechanic told me the actuator needs replacing","quote_2_odi":"11726345","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with camshaft position sensor failure","quote_3_odi":"11588866","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with camshaft positioner actuator solenoid at #2","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-ignition-key-sticking","label":"Ignition key sticking in switch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11630795","quote_1_text":"IGNITION LOCKED UP. This situation is the same as another complaint posted earlier this year by another owner. Ignition key will not turn in the igntion switch. Tried all the internet fixes. Turning steering wheel, bumping transmission lever, tried spare key, etc. Nothing worked","quote_2_odi":"11539411","quote_2_text":"2020 Chevrolet Colorado: Purchased truck in February 2023 w/25000 miles. Since purchasing truck, key would get stuck in ignition. Key gets stuck in ignition frequently and would take several minutes to release, very frustrating","quote_3_odi":"11519839","quote_3_text":"The ignition key can not be removed after putting the vehicle in park and shutting it off. Many attempts are required to jiggle the shifter switch/steering column/key before it will release on most occasions. This is a common issue, going back years, to 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11623464","quote_1_text":"Within the last 2 months, I have had momentary steering problems at low speed. They continue to become worse with time, no longer safe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11606600","quote_2_text":"Electrical connectors within the power steering system are corroding, which is causing the power steering system to stop working","quote_3_odi":"11417547","quote_3_text":"Power Steering suddenly stopped functioning as I was towing a trailer approx 5000 lbs. ‘Service Power Steering Drive With Care’ popped up on dash. No dealership visit as this just happened. Truck is unfit for driving safely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential bearing and gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11532343","quote_1_text":"The rear end ring & Pinion bearings are effected. The rear end seems to be defective a high pitch noise is heard this started two weeks after purchase. It’s been repaired twice and it is going back for a third time on 7-17-23 and it barely has 67,000 on it","quote_2_odi":"11648890","quote_2_text":"Heard a humming noise ( spaceship like almost) coming form back of the truck. Took it in and mechanic said there was metal shavings in the differential fluid and gears where bad. Had to get the differential replaced. most cars go their entire life without having this issue","quote_3_odi":"11503276","quote_3_text":"Nov 2021 I took my truck to the dealership with complaints of a high pitch hum coming from the reared- drivetrain. They found metal shavings in the rear end fluid and said they had to rebuild the rear end 11/3/21","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2020-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11420165","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A SHAKE AND/OR SHUDDER DURING LIGHT THROTTLE ACCELERATION BETWEEN 25 AND 80 MPH IN A STEADY STATE OF DRIVING WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS NOT ACTIVELY SHIFTING GEARS. THE VEHICLE SHUDDERS AS IF I AM DRIVING ON RUMBLE STRIPS","quote_2_odi":"11582911","quote_2_text":"A transmission shudder has developed. It seems to be a known issue that Chevrolet has tried to resolve, but it is present in my vehicle. It started to develop around 60,000 miles ago and has progressively gotten worse","quote_3_odi":"11703534","quote_3_text":"Torque converter shudder. Had dealer do the recommended flush which cost $800 and still has same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes and airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616836","quote_1_text":"I was involved in accident where a driver ran a red light traveling approximately 60-70MPH and collided with the front of my 2021 Chevy Colorado ZR2 (22700 Miles). The hood was torn off, the entire front end of the truck was crushed with significant damage to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11754933","quote_2_text":"We bought this truck from a dealer (used) and before delivery the driver seat belt recall was repaired as it was still open. Now, months later, the airbag light is on with a warning and it appears that the airbags are disabled. This started as an intermittent issue and now…","quote_3_odi":"11414238","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS CLIENT'S FATHER WHO OWNED A 2021 CHEVROLET COLORADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE CLIENT'S FATHER WAS ATTEMPTING TO TURN AROUND ON A NARROW ROAD, THE VEHICLE FELL OFF A CLIFF AND CRASHED INTO A CREEK BED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-camshaft-actuator-engine","label":"Camshaft actuator valve failure and engine check light","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:CRANK/CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11540794","quote_1_text":"Just prior to 8/1/22, check engine light came on.  They found P0014 set, lack of power, rough idle.  They found oil pushed through bank 1 cam solenoid actuator and had to replace on 8/1/22.   Check engine light came on again in mid August 2023.  Found P0024 code and had had to…","quote_2_odi":"11746459","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the camshaft actuator valve needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-catastrophic-engine-failure","label":"Catastrophic engine failure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11658549","quote_1_text":"There was a catastrophic engine failure of a 2021 Colorado 3.6L V6 engine. The engine has been replaced by GM and the failed engine is in the dealers' possession. While driving on a congested street, the engine misfired and immediately stopped. The vehicle rolled to a stop in…","quote_2_odi":"11665235","quote_2_text":"Complete engine failure due to defective crankshaft malfunction, truck taken to certified repair shop and then dealer, deal not responding for 24 days.  Engine failed traveling on the highway was fortunately able to pull over, stranded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment system reboot and uncontrolled volume","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478503","quote_1_text":"I have had multiple instances where the \"infotainment\" center as well as electronic components on my dash have shut down completely while driving.  The truck stays running while it does this.  The electronics then take a few minutes to \"reboot\" and then return to normal","quote_2_odi":"11439172","quote_2_text":"My radio volume goes nuts and the controls go unresponsive,  The unit brings the volume up to max I can not hear emergency crews if they are using the siren.  This also creates a safety issues as now I am taking my eyes off the road to try and stop the problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-key-stuck-ignition-shifter","label":"Key stuck in ignition due to gear shift mechanism","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11686850","quote_1_text":"Beginning at approximately 80,000 miles I began to notice I could not remove the key from the ignition switch at times.  Turning the vehicle on and off, shifting repeatedly into park, turning the steering wheel and pressing the brake had no effect","quote_2_odi":"11731793","quote_2_text":"2021 CPO Colorado, bought used with 27,000 miles. KEY STUCK IN IGNITION.  After 9 months of occasional use the key is, more times than not, getting stuck in the ignition when the truck is turned off. You cannot leave it this way because some systems are still energized","quote_3_odi":"11517312","quote_3_text":"I have 2021 Chevy Colorado pickup truck. Put the truck in park and unable to turn off and remove the key. This is the third time this has happened this week . The first two times I moved the shifter from park to drive and back and it released","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11600408","quote_1_text":"Power steering completely failed on 6/28/2024. Truck was purchased new in March 2021, and has less than 36,000 miles. Local Chevy dealer said entire power steering assist assembly must be replaced at $2,000+ but the wire harness is on backorder","quote_2_odi":"11699539","quote_2_text":"Starting my 2021 Chevy Colorado Zr2 in the morning and noticed the \"service power steering, drive with care message. 40,000 miles. No power steering. This would clear after leaving vehicle sit and restarting","quote_3_odi":"11589852","quote_3_text":"Steering becomes extremely stiff after 20 min at highway speeds. The problem only happens during highway speeds. Steering will \"stick\" and when wanting to change lanes or avoid a rough spot or hazard. You have to jerk the steering wheel to break it loose","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2021-vacuum-pump-brake-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with brake loss and camshaft damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749435","quote_1_text":"While driving downhill nearing a stop sign my wife went to apply the brakes to stop and all she had was an extremely hard brake pedal. She panicked that she “no brakes.”  She was only going about 20 MPH, and was able to stop the vehicle but it took an extraordinary amount of…","quote_2_odi":"11705918","quote_2_text":"In December 2024, at under 50,000 miles, my 2021 Chevrolet Colorado suffered complete brake failure caused by vacuum pump failure. The vacuum pump failure led to irreparable internal engine damage, requiring complete engine replacement under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11724720","quote_3_text":"While driving a 2021 Chevrolet Colorado on Interstate 95 in Florida, the vehicle suddenly experienced a loss of brake assist. The brake pedal became extremely hard and very difficult to press. The driver had difficulty slowing the vehicle and had to use the emergency brake to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain from infotainment system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611831","quote_1_text":"Battery drains and discharges due to parasite draw drawdown from infotainment system leaving driver stranded in parking garages and other locations. Local deal will not respond. Service Bulletin: N 232 412 313 Covers 2023 Chevrolet Colorado pickup trucks, but not the 2022 model…","quote_2_odi":"11609460","quote_2_text":"Battery keeps draining and leaves you stranded at home or at a parking garage.   GM knows that over 250,000 vehicles are affected in the Chevy, GMC line and apparently has spread to Cadillac.  The problem is that when GM does over the air updates to the vehicles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-brake-pedal-hard","label":"Brake pedal hardening and vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748004","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking spot at low speed and the brake pedal was suddenly extremely difficult to depress, almost impossible. It felt as if a brick were under the pedal but there was no obstruction. I was able to stop only because I was already going so slow","quote_2_odi":"11587584","quote_2_text":"while an employee was driving approximately 30 MPH up to a red traffic light, the brake pedal failed to slow the vehicle while depressed. The driver used an excessive amount of strength to depress the brake pedal for the vehicle to come to a stop. The contact was unable to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-driver-distraction-display","label":"In-vehicle display driver distraction complaints","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624604","quote_1_text":"While driving, infotainment console/screen is over written with an INTERACTIVE screen demanding the driver to acknowledge privacy policy.  INTERACTIVE while DRIVING. What kind of idiot thinks it's a good thing to distract a driver to fulfill a legal point??","quote_2_odi":"11518352","quote_2_text":"A very long menu with text is shown in the cluster instrument and is not limited to less text while driving.  This menu is in the settings and about function and it lists 30-40 pages of legal and policy terms that can be read while driving and can distract the driver","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-fuel-gauge-inaccurate","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate readings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685913","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the fuel gauge was providing an inaccurate fuel reading. The contact stated that the fuel gauge indicated that there was more fuel in the tank than there was. Additionally, the contact stated that the fuel gauge read Empty(E) intermittently while driving","quote_2_odi":"11573767","quote_2_text":"Fuel Guage will not move until there is about 200 miles after filling up.   When filling up at the 320 miles the pump will shut off at 10 gals.  The miles to empty will show that I can go anywhere from 400 to 500 miles.  (This is impossible)","quote_3_odi":"11501191","quote_3_text":"The truck only has 12,009 miles on it we purchased it new in November 2021.  Now the fuel gage only shows Full regardless of the amount of gas in the tank.  Also when we try to fill the tank the gas pump keeps stopping as if the tank is full even when the tank is not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key release failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742235","quote_1_text":"When turning off the vehicle the key gets stuck in the ignition. I have to keep turning the vehicle several times and keep moving the shifter to get it to release at least 4 to six times before the key comes out.  This happens daily","quote_2_odi":"11740942","quote_2_text":"My key was getting stuck in the ignition back in 2024 and the dealership replaced my shifter assembly. I am now having the same issue later after 2 years and I am out of warranty and now having to pay out of pocket","quote_3_odi":"11624952","quote_3_text":"Chevy shifter control gets stuck in a position that does not allow the car to recognize when it is in park and release the key out of the ignition switch. Yes, it is available upon request. Safety is at risk as the vehicle is not recognizing when the car is in park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2022-power-steering-stiff","label":"Power steering stiffness and steering grab","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753756","quote_1_text":"Loss of power steering, Truck repaired by GM dealer, he stated it was the same failure mode described in Recall notice N2023254 10.  The repair even though the same as the previous failures was not covered by GM because my VIN was not in GMs recall notice","quote_2_odi":"11680827","quote_2_text":"we were getting off the freeway making a left turn to head into Nashville and the steering wheel locked up and would not allow me to turn the wheels. The dash board flashed and had to force it over to the right side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11600486","quote_3_text":"while operating the vehicle, the steering wheel became difficult to turn in either direction. Additionally, the steering was sticking while turning. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the rack and pinion was faulty and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578589","quote_1_text":"Vehicle at random moments will automatically make the vehicle brake to a complete stop. Very dangerous thing to happen and has happened about 5 times and one time my vehicle was side swiped as the vehicle maneuvered away from and hit my rear right side","quote_2_odi":"11638896","quote_2_text":"I was driving approximately 57mph on a very clear and calm morning.  My 2023 Chevrolet Colorado came to an abrupt stop for no reason at all.  No lights flashed on my dashboard, the vehicle did not shake, warning me that I was shifting lanes (because I was not), nothing came on…","quote_3_odi":"11573401","quote_3_text":"Driving along a two lane country road when out of know were the truck lock up the brakes, there was know traffic in front or rear, lucky for use. The only thing was a park car about 200 ft off the road with no one in it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-brake-system-failures","label":"Service brake loss, spongy pedal, and premature rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709457","quote_1_text":"Driving on expressway step on brakes to slow down, brakes become  spongy and will not  stop quickly, only slow down, engine decelarates to 60 mph. This has now happened 7 times in one and a half years","quote_2_odi":"11611695","quote_2_text":"Rotors have warped at 17,000 miles. Has been confirmed by dealership to be the issue. This is incredibly soon for this issue to arise, and driver has not driven erratically or applied brakes suddenly","quote_3_odi":"11557194","quote_3_text":"Bought car on 10/28/23 and as I was leaving the dealership, I applied the brake and the pedal went to the floor. An error code came up \"Brake System Failure\". The truck was immediately brought back to the service department","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-bsm-false-alerts","label":"Blind spot monitoring false alerts with no vehicle present","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740714","quote_1_text":"The blind spot indicator on my truck activates randomly without any vehicle present, and I reported this issue immediately after purchasing it. Despite bringing the truck to Boyd Chevrolet in Henderson, NC multiple times, I am repeatedly told they “can’t duplicate the problem”…","quote_2_odi":"11550202","quote_2_text":"The blind spot warning in the mirrors is on most of the time for no reason, usually when decelerating, when accelerator is touched the blind spot warning will go out. When the blind spot warning is on the windows will work, very dangerous situation","quote_3_odi":"11563580","quote_3_text":"BSWS does not function correctly. It will light up warning in mirrors when ther is no vehicle approaching. Then many times both mirror warning lights will be on for a long time even an on empty road, such as a drive way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-infotainment-cluster-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544969","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Colorado's speedometer and infotainment digital display, which includes my ability to turn on and off my headlights, are both broken and not working. This makes it impossible to know my speed, how much gas I have, or turn on my lights at night","quote_2_odi":"11615203","quote_2_text":"The digital instrument panel and infotainment systems turn off and restarts. This causes you to not see speed or any other critical info for 30seconds to 1 min","quote_3_odi":"11618927","quote_3_text":"Speedometer changes from MPH to KPH, Infotainment display/Speedometer shuts down while driving. Not able to tell correct speed or see speed and critical information. Dealer said that there was no problem even after updating computer system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-roof-panel-car-wash-deformation","label":"Roof panel deformation from car wash blowers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11664627","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving through a carwash, the roof suddenly became concaved. Upon leaving the carwash the roof suddenly made a loud pop and returned to the normal position. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a…","quote_2_odi":"11693188","quote_2_text":"Roof  dents when going through car wash and blowers will dent the roof. GM has a service bulletin on this lbulletin number 23-NA-209 DATED March 24. Bulletin says that all Colorados built before Feb 3rd 2025 should be repaired and gives a part list and how to fix it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-turn-signal-left-after-right","label":"Turn signal stalk activating left signal after right turn","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11597005","quote_1_text":"The turn signal indicator will frequently return past the turn signal stop position after making a standard  90 degree right hand turn. This movement past the stop point initiates the left turn signal indicator to cycle for 3 cycles as if the driver is immediately attempting to…","quote_2_odi":"11637481","quote_2_text":"Turn signal indicator blinks in opposite direction. When turning right and completing the turn the indicator blinks left causing confusion to other drivers who assume I’m turning left. On several occasions cars have pulled out in front of me nearly colliding","quote_3_odi":"11591799","quote_3_text":"When a right turn signal is selected and a right turn is made, the turn signal clicks off and turns on the left turn signal. Dealer replaced turn signal switch and problem still occurs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2023-upper-radiator-hose-failure","label":"Upper radiator hose O-ring failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722505","quote_1_text":"The upper radiator hose on some huge percentage of these trucks fail (mine has failed at just over 20K miles). You can check the Colorado Chevy forum, youtube, etc., et al, and find plenty of instances where this has failed. As this is the cooling system, it can cause the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11658902","quote_2_text":"Upper radiator hose rubber grommet failing at 22k. Had a severe coolant leak coming from top radiator hose blowing back onto hot motor which could have turned into a fire quickly. I was lucky! A lot of GMC Canyons and Colorado's are all reporting the same problem around 22k miles","quote_3_odi":"11738638","quote_3_text":"Engine light came on. Fan ran high. Had it towed to the dealership. Has 39,000 miles on it. Needs a new upper radiator hose due to a defective hose. Apparently, after reading online, GM is aware of this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-brake-pad-uneven-wear","label":"Uneven front brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11724990","quote_1_text":"My truck only has 16,600 miles on it and the rotors and brakes are already shuddering. The dealership told me I needed my front and rear brakes and rotors replaced","quote_2_odi":"11688821","quote_2_text":"At engine start up there were two warnings that came up on info screen. \"Service Front Brake Monitor\" and \"Front Brake Pads Low\"","quote_3_odi":"11707589","quote_3_text":"The front brake pads are showing extremely uneven ware. Outer brake pad is at 2mm and the inner is at 7mm due to a spring issue on the front caliper. There is also a lip on the left rotor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11662814","quote_1_text":"We purchased a used 2024 Chevy Colorado WT with a little over 4,500 miles on April 9th. A couple of days later before starting the vehicle the brake pedal would sink all the way down to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11618805","quote_2_text":"Got notification of brake system failure on the dashboard and lost all braking ability. After the truck was shut off they worked again, perfectly fine","quote_3_odi":"11644803","quote_3_text":"I purchaced a new 2024 Chevy colorado, the truck had 193 miles on the odometer when the brakes failed. When I stepped on the brake to put my truck into gear the pedal became spongy and brakes were severely diminished","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11710795","quote_1_text":"problem since day 1. Instrument cluster goes dark frequently. no speedometer or gauges are illuminated. may stay dark for long periods of time and other times it is shorter periods","quote_2_odi":"11640648","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster failed to function as intended and displayed a black screen","quote_3_odi":"11700138","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2024 Chevrolet Colorado, both the infotainment system and the instrument cluster reboot unexpectedly. During these reboots, the speedometer, fuel gauge, and warning lights are unavailable for at least 30 seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11610333","quote_1_text":"First occurrence I was traveling 55 mph down a country road at 7:30 a.m. driving into the sun and at 55 mph with a car following me My truck just instantly locked the brakes up and came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11634339","quote_2_text":"Advanced cruise control system has twice applied the brakes when the road was clear ahead. First time was not a problem other than surprised me. Second time I was almost rear-ended by car behind me","quote_3_odi":"11642481","quote_3_text":"forward collision alert system not warning when a near collision is about to occur. this failure was confirmed by the dealership. the dealership also told me they have 5 other 2024 colorados also failing with this area of the alert system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-radiator-hose-leak","label":"Upper radiator hose coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11735626","quote_1_text":"Truck has 36,669 miles check engine light came on and was idling loud, after being looked at my a Chevrolet dealership came back a faulty radiator hose, and coolant was leaking. Too new of truck for this kind of problem","quote_2_odi":"11732332","quote_2_text":"Coolant leaking from the upper radiator inlet hose connection. The Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated in the Driver Information Center (DIC)","quote_3_odi":"11698479","quote_3_text":"Upper coolant hose started leaking two weeks ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-roof-panel-dent","label":"Roof panel denting and structural bracing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11699253","quote_1_text":"Bought a 2024 Chevy Colorado in Dec 2024. Going through a car wash, the air blower put dent in top of the truck. Found out there is a technical service bulletin 23-NA-209 where Chevy admits there is structural issue with bracing of the roof","quote_2_odi":"11633431","quote_2_text":"roof caves in going through car wash due to thin roof panel general motors issued a technical service bullitin for it the fix did not work the roof dented again directly afterwards i have an open case with GM for it they are attempting to come up with a fix for it but nothing yet","quote_3_odi":"11626644","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact heard a loud banging sound coming from the roof. The contact became aware that the headliner was fractured","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"chevrolet-colorado-2024-turn-signal-auto-cancel","label":"Turn signal auto-cancel activates opposite signal","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11728713","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that while attempting to activate the right turn signal, the left turn signal was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11616848","quote_2_text":"My teenage son was involved in an accident because of distraction caused by his he dashboard. Upon taking right turns with the right blinker, the LEFT blinker would subsequently illuminate for at least 4 blinks","quote_3_odi":"11614581","quote_3_text":"Right turn signal auto-cancel activates left turn lane change signal aproximately 60% of the time. This may cause confusion to oncoming traffic and could lead to an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2025-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Master cylinder failure triggering brake warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681437","quote_1_text":"This truck was purchased May 2025 and currently has 2600 miles. Without any warning the brake light and ABS warning lights came on along with messages reading Brake Assist,ESC, and Trailer Brake require service","quote_2_odi":"11680667","quote_2_text":"Started the vehicle and 4 dash lights were on. The ABS light, the forward collision system light, the BRAKE light, and the traction control light. The vehicle was taken to a dealership and we have been notified by the dealer that it is a Master Brake Cylinder failure","quote_3_odi":"11656513","quote_3_text":"BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES, TOOK TRUCK TO DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP REPORTED TO ME THE MASTER CLYLINDER WAS DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO ORDER ONE FROM DETROIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2025-headlight-pulse-heated-seats","label":"Headlight pulsing during heated seat or wheel use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718361","quote_1_text":"Any time the heated seats and or steering wheel heat are on the lights pulsate inside and outside the vehicle. I have complained to the dealership and Chevy. Neither one has any answers for this","quote_2_odi":"11714083","quote_2_text":"When using heated seats and heated steering wheel the headlights randomly pulsate and dim - dangerously impacting driver night-time vision / visibility and confusing / disorienting other drivers. Ongoing issue","quote_3_odi":"11707731","quote_3_text":"The headlights flicker/pulse creating visibility issues at night. This occurs when the heated seats are activated. This is a safety concern for myself, passengers, other drivers, and pedestrians","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2025-infotainment-cluster-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11653951","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Colorado. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the instrument cluster went black. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the contact was informed that there was a Technical Service Bulletin regarding the failure","quote_2_odi":"11670050","quote_2_text":"I own a new 2025 Chevrolet Colorado, purchased on June 23, 2025. Just four days later, on June 27, both the infotainment system and the digital instrument cluster went completely dark, rendering the vehicle unsafe and inoperable. It has only 78 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11729204","quote_3_text":"The infotainment system does not operate correctly. The screen where the backup camera and all other information is you can not view since the screen is black most of the time. That is also where the light switch is for headlights and such","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Colorado","model_slug":"colorado","cluster_id":"colorado-2025-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission failure causing sudden loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661121","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] after only 400 miles on the odometer, I experienced complete transmission failure while on a highway and was nearly hit by the vehicle behind me, luckily that did not happen","quote_2_odi":"11711066","quote_2_text":"When I try to accelerate some times my truck doesn’t go. It’s like it’s not even in drive. The check engine light is on and the dealership that I bought it from told me just to drive it because they don’t have a loaner vehicle at this time","quote_3_odi":"11724818","quote_3_text":"The Transmission jumps into 1St gear when spot at a traffic light or when parking.Back seat gap and Forward Collision Warning not functioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/colorado","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Intermittent air bag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10606663","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT COMING ON WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10916003","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY LIGHTS, WHEN I HAVENT ADJUSTED THE SEATS AND NOT SPEEDING. SEEMS TO BE A COMMON OCCURENCE WITH CORVETTE OWNERS. SAW IT A FEW TIMES BEFORE BUT IT STOPPED BEFORE I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERS FOR SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2010-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel tank/pump odor and leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11493972","quote_1_text":"Have a strong odor of gasoline coming from vehicle parked in garage. Have not noticed any gasoline in the garage floor, only the strong odor","quote_2_odi":"11322943","quote_2_text":"A GAS ODOR COMING FROM THE GAS FILL TUBE","quote_3_odi":"10884938","quote_3_text":"FUEL SMELL, LEAKING PUMP ON TOP OF FUEL TANK. FIRE HAZARD. FILLS GARAGE WITH FUEL SMELL THAT'S EXTREMELY STRONG. VEHICLE COULD CATCH FIRE WHILE DRIVING SPILLING ON HOT EXHAUST. COULD CAUSE HOUSE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2010-shifter-cable-failure","label":"Shift lever and cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11128562","quote_1_text":"BROKEN GEAR SHIFTER CABLE","quote_2_odi":"11360661","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE END DISINTEGRATED, CAUSING SHIFT CABLE END TO DETACH FROM FLOOR SHIFTER, CAUSING INABILITY TO PLACE CAR IN PARK, INCREASING VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY AND CRASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2010-traction-control-fault","label":"Traction control and active handling faults","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2010-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10359180","quote_1_text":"DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER (DIC) DISPLAYS \"SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM\" AND ALTERNATING TO \"SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM\". OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING WHEN DRIVING; THESE SYSTEMS ABRUPTLY STOP WORKING WITH OUT DRIVER TURNING THEM OFF","quote_2_odi":"10350291","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 CORVETTE ZR1 DISPLAYS THE \"SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING\" MESSAGE EVERY FEW DRIVES. IT IS SPORADIC, AND INTERMITTENT... THE PROBLEM DOES NOT SEEM TO HAVE AN IDENTIFIABLE CAUSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2011-active-handling-brake-lockup","label":"Active Handling System brake lockup","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11326287","quote_1_text":"CAR APPLIED RIGHT FRONT BRAKE ON THE STREET IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, CAUSING A SEVERE SWERVE INTO SHOULDER OF ROAD. THERE IS A KNOWN ACTIVE HANDLING FAULT ON THESE CARS. IT HAS BEEN IN FOR REPAIR TWICE. THE CAR ONLY HAS 3200 MILES ON IT","quote_2_odi":"10520009","quote_2_text":"AS I LEFT THE GROCERY STORE I STARTED TO HEAD HOME WHEN THE 11 CORVETTE GS SENT A MESSAGE TO THE DIC ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, IT SAID TO SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING, THE PROBLEM IS IT LOCKS UP THE FRONT BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10874754","quote_3_text":"\"SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM HAS BEEN SHOWN ON THE DISPLAY SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR O 3/23/16 WITH 1238 MILES. CAR HAS BEEN AT THE DEALER FOR OVER A WEEK AND STILL NO FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11471520","quote_1_text":"The airbag light stays on due to the connectors under the seats dragging on the carpet when the seats are moved forward or back","quote_2_odi":"11431316","quote_2_text":"Air bag light in dashboard seemingly randomly turns on and off while driving and is usually on indicating an issue with the air bag system","quote_3_odi":"10627806","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG GO ON AND OFF INTERMITTENTLY - CHEVY DEALER SAYS THERE IS NO KNOW PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2011-fuel-pump-odor-leak","label":"Fuel pump seal leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11751403","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle in XXX with about 39k miles. About a year after purchase, I began smelling gasoline in my garage after I filled the tank. I have consulted Corvette forum ([XXX]) and find this is a common problem","quote_2_odi":"11674701","quote_2_text":"Fuel is leaking from the top of the driver side fuel sending unit. This is a know issue on these cars and should be fixed under a recall. This is a very dangerous issue","quote_3_odi":"11097030","quote_3_text":"I AM EXPERIENCING A FUEL ODOR NEAR THE DRIVER DOOR AND INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED IN MY GARAGE, THE FUEL ODOR TAKES OVER THE GARAGE. THIS SMELL EXIST WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED AND IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2011-shift-linkage-clutch-failure","label":"Shift linkage and clutch pedal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11413531","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2011 CHEVROLET CORVETTE WITH ABOUT 34,000 MILES ON IT. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LINKAGE CABLE HAS PLASTIC GROMMETS THAT CONNECT THE SHIFT HANDLE TO THE TRANSMISSION. THE PLASTIC GROMMETS BROKE DISABLING THE ABILITY TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK INTO ANY GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11366652","quote_2_text":"GEAR SHIFTER FAILED. STUCK IN DRIVE...HAD TO SHUT CAR OFF TO STOP MOTION AND AVOID COLLISION. OTHER REPORTS INDICATE NUMEROUS SIMILAR FAILURES ON LOW MILEAGE CORVETTES","quote_3_odi":"11025273","quote_3_text":"CLUTCH PEDAL DOES NOT RETURN. PEDAL IS AT APPROX. 1/2 HEIGHT UP FROM FLOOR SURFACE THAN WHAT IT SHOULD BE ... PEDAL THROW IS MINIMAL.. HOWEVER, CLUTCH SYSTEM WORKS CORRECTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2012-active-handling-esc-fault","label":"Active Handling/Stability Control system fault warnings","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11458193","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after taking the vehicle out of storage and starting the vehicle, he noticed that the active handling and traction control error messages were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11353532","quote_2_text":"SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM ON DISPLAY. WHILE DRIVING THE DAY BEFORE, THE CAR MADE A VERY QUICK MOTION TO THE LEFT WHILE DRIVING AT 65MPH. INVESTIGATION FOUND THE STEERING WHEEL SENSOR PUSHED OUT OF IT'S HOUSING AND DANGLING ON THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT UNDER THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"10903490","quote_3_text":"THE CAR ONLY HAS 2388 MILES. BACKING STRAIGHT OUT THE DRIVE WAY THE DASH STARTING DISPLAYING SERVICE ANTILOCK BREAKS, SERVICE TRACTION SYSTEM, SERVICE ACTIVE HANDLING SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illuminates intermittently","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11469913","quote_1_text":"Airbag light intermittently comes on and goes off whilst driving. Per GM, they will not say whether the airbag will or will NOT deploy while the light is on. There is a TSB for the issue, but it only last 10 years past the in-service date","quote_2_odi":"10779515","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING AT 35-45 MPH SPEEDS AND STAYED ON. THE LIGHT DID NOT GO OFF AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF AND ON AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10608003","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON, MAY GO OFF FROM TIME TO TIME BUT REMAINS ON WHILE DRIVING. AIR BAG MAY NOT DEPLOY WHILE LIGHT IS ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2012-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank/pump flange leak causing gasoline odor and fumes","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11746939","quote_1_text":"90 degree elbow on top of fuel hat on drivers side fuel tank cracked and had a bad fuel leak causing an immediate fire hazard in my garage with how combustible fuel is","quote_2_odi":"11565258","quote_2_text":"Fuel smell coming from gas cap area replaced the gas cap twice. Continue to have strong fuel smells in garage where car is kept. Started about one month ago","quote_3_odi":"10926750","quote_3_text":"STATIONARY VEHICLE WAS FILLING ENCLOSED GARAGE WITH GAS FUMES. SOURCE OF PROBLEM WAS FRACTURED HIGH PRESSURE 90 DEGREE FITTING IN FUEL PUMP ATOP LEFT FUEL TANK. ENTIRE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2012-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and degraded low-beam performance","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11419484","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlights stop working while driving","quote_2_odi":"11302192","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2012 CORVETTE GRANDSPORT PURCHASED NEW. CAR HAS 12,635 MILES IN IT. I WAS DRIVING INTO TOWN LAST NIGHT AND HEAD LIGHTS JUST SHUT OFF LEAVING ME IN COMPLETE DARKNESS","quote_3_odi":"11096461","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE MAIN HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY IS A SEALED UNIT AND CANNOT BE REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates intermittently","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11501800","quote_1_text":"Passenger side air bag module will not arm the air bag system when any person sits in the seat. Have made multiple attempts to purchase the air bag presence module since June of 2022","quote_2_odi":"11480397","quote_2_text":"Airbag light in the dashboard goes on and off intermittently. There is a lot of talk on the corvette forum of other people having the same issue. I'm concerned the airbag won't work if it's needed","quote_3_odi":"11025163","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AT STARTUP AND STAYS ON. JIGGLING THE YELLOW CONNECTOR UNDER THE DRIVER SEAT WILL MAKE IT GO OFF SOMETIMES. THE CAR HAS AN EASY ENTRY FEATURE THAT SOMEHOW DISRUPTS THE YELLOW CONNECTOR UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2013-center-console-overheating","label":"Center console area overheating during driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10683678","quote_1_text":"AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR A RELATIVELY SHORT PERIOD OF TIME (30 TO 60 MINUTES), THE CENTER CONSOLE AREA IS EXTREMELY HOT TO THE TOUCH","quote_2_odi":"10620798","quote_2_text":"CENTER CONSOLE ON 2013 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT GRAND GETS VERY HOT WHEN DRIVING MORE THAN HALF HOUR","quote_3_odi":"10592326","quote_3_text":"WHILE ON VACATION FROM MICHIGAN TO MONTANA TO CALIFORNIA BACK TO MICHIGAN VIA ROUTE 66 I ENCOUNTERED A REAR INTERIOR EXCESSIVE OVERHEATING PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2013-fuel-tank-odor-leak","label":"Fuel pump module leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11665801","quote_1_text":"Strong smell of fuel after parking the car in the garage. Inspection by the dealership confirmed the fuel pump assembly is leaking. The car was left for replacement of the fuel pump assembly due to the strong possibility of fire","quote_2_odi":"11507334","quote_2_text":"The car has yet to be inspected by a dealer. However, there is a strong odor of fuel, in the garage by the driver side of the vehicle. This has occurred on multiple occasions even when tank not at full capacity","quote_3_odi":"11433110","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received a TSB from the Manufacturer under Special Coverage Adjustment: 15682 (Primary Tank Module Flange Fuel and Vapor Leaks)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2013-ls7-valve-guide-failure","label":"LS7 engine valve guide wear and dropped valve","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11319781","quote_1_text":"I EXPERIENCED A TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE CAUSING MY NEARLY NEW VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LOSE POWER AND STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11256541","quote_2_text":"ON WEDNESDAY, 09/04/19 WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE VALVE DROPPED IN CYLINDER #2 WHICH RESULTED IN CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. THE CAR IS CURRENTLY SITTING AT WATSON CHEVROLET WITH A COMPLETELY FAILED MOTOR AND HAVE BEEN PROVIDED AN ESTIMATED $20,000 IN REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"10992416","quote_3_text":"2013 CHEVY CORVETTE VALVE GUIDE OUT OF SPEC AFTER 4000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2013-rear-wheel-cracking","label":"Rear wheel cracking and air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11391073","quote_1_text":"THREE WHEELS HAVE CRACKED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE 2 ORIGINAL 20 INCH REAR WHEELS INSTALLED BY GENERAL MOTORS CRACKED, LEAKED AIR AND HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11280337","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE TPMS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE \"REAR TIRE LOW\" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED","quote_3_odi":"11139162","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHEN THE CONTACT ARRIVED AT DISCOUNT TIRE TO HAVE THE TIRES REPLACED, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE TWO REAR OEM WHEELS HAD HAIRLINE FRACTURES ON THE INSIDE BARRELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-esc-traction-control-loss","label":"Electronic stability and traction control malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11244959","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND MAKING A TURN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FISHTAIL. THE CONTACT RELEASED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STABILIZE THE VEHICLE AS VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_2_odi":"11000044","quote_2_text":"HAD C7 Z51 STICK 2014 AND HAD PROBLEM WITH TRACTION AND STABILITY CONTROL. AFTER PURCHASED THE CAR I RECOGNIZED THAT WHEN ACCELERATION BIT FASTER THERE WAS BACK AXLE, PARKING BRAKE AND SOME OTHER WARNINGS","quote_3_odi":"10948937","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED FROM DOING 25 MPH AT 1200 RPM, TO OVER 6500 RPM AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED CAUSE ME TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. I DID NOT ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE ON MY OWN, AND PRESSING THE BRAKE DID NOTHING TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-front-end-wheel-hop","label":"Front-end wheel hop at low-speed full-lock turns","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10659712","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING VIOLENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS WORKING UP TO STANDARDS","quote_2_odi":"10588809","quote_2_text":"AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN YOU HAVE THE WHEELS TURNED IN EITHER DIRECTION ALL THE WAY THE TIRES SEEM TO HOP HAPPENS REALLY BAD IN REVERSE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10610826","quote_3_text":"WHEN STEERING IS TURNED ALL THE WAY IN EITHER DIRECTION, THE FRONT WHEELS SEEM TO HOP. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-fuel-tank-crack-leak","label":"Fuel tank crack and fuel leak odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11617373","quote_1_text":"09/30/2024 The smell is gasoline is emanating from the driver side after I put gas at a local gas station. A short while after I arrived home, the smell of gasoline was still strong. I observed a puddle of gas by the driver side door underneath the gas filler","quote_2_odi":"10749114","quote_2_text":"I JUST PURCHASED THE AUTOMOBILE FROM A CHEVROLET DEALER WITH 17,200 MILES AND I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FILL THE TAKE UP WITH GAS. TWICE I HAVE TRIED TO FILL THE TANK, BUT THE GAS KEEPS TURNING OFF AT THE PUMP","quote_3_odi":"11045543","quote_3_text":"HEAVY GASOLINE FUME SMELL BUILDING UP IN GARAGE/HOUSE. BIG PUDDLE OF GASOLINE WAS ON THE GROUND UNDER REAR DRIVER SIDE TANK. FUMES COME THROUGH VENTS IN CAR ALSO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-infotainment-display-flicker","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display flicker","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11281625","quote_1_text":"THE LCD THAT SHOWS THE REAR VIEW CAMERA STARTED FLICKERING AND NOW IS COMPLETELY BLACK. AFTER RESEARCHING THE INTERNET, I CONCLUDE THAT IT IS A CHRONIC PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR OF CORVETTE","quote_2_odi":"11173665","quote_2_text":"RADIO FLICKERS AND SCREEN ROLLS AS THE CAR IS DRIVING CAUSING YOU TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD CONSTANTLY CREATING A BIG DISTRACTION. THIS HAPPENS EVERYTIME THE CAR IS OPERATING","quote_3_odi":"10928440","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE DIC DISPLAY GOES BLANK PERIODICALLY. THE ANALOG GAUGES WORK AT ALL TIMES. WHEN THE DISPLAY IS BLANK, AND WHILE DRIVING, THE ANALOGS WILL GO FULL SCALE AND ALL WARNING LIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE FOR A FEW SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power-steering assist failure in motion","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11635123","quote_1_text":"The electric power-steering assist is failing while my vehicle is in motion. I lose power steering and have to use significantly more effort and may lead to a crash, at any speeds","quote_2_odi":"11354978","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRIC POWER-STEERING ASSIST IS FAILING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. I LOSE POWER STEERING AND HAVE TO USE MORE EFFORT TO MAINTAIN THE STEERING DIRECTION. THIS HAPPENS UNEXPECTEDLY, AND MAY LEAD TO A CRASH, AT ANY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2014-transmission-engine-failure","label":"Transmission overheating and engine or driveline failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11330959","quote_1_text":"2ND GEAR SYNCHRONIZER FAILURE ON MANUAL TRANSMISSION. 2ND GEAR GRINDS ON UPSHIFT AND DOWNSHIFT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11019083","quote_2_text":"THE TORQUE TUBE (DRIVE SHAFT) FAILED AT 14,423 MILES. FIXED BY AUTHORIZED DEALER. FAILED AGAIN 1500 MILES LATER. TOTAL TIME IN SHOP 38 DAYS. WE ARE AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR BECAUSE IT COULD CAUSE LOSS OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10597987","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION GOT OVER HEATED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING LOCAL .. HAD TO PULL OVER BECAUSE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT 6 SPEED AUTO .. GOT TOWED TO THE DEALER TO FIND THE WHOLE TRANNY WAS SHOT WITH IN 24HRS OF BUYING CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-display-electrical-failure","label":"Infotainment and instrument display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11528259","quote_1_text":"Infotainment screen intermittanly flickers or goes black during the backing of the vehicle. Rear backup camera shows object on screen when in reverse, then flickers or goes black","quote_2_odi":"11479010","quote_2_text":"The entire dash went dark, there was no display of the odometer, symbols for system IE lights, oil pressure, tachometer, and no display on the screen where the radio or navigation selections are made","quote_3_odi":"10789679","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMED. THE CONTACT COULD NOT SEE ANY OF THE INDICATORS, INCLUDING THE SPEEDOMETER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-fuel-odor-garage","label":"Fuel odor while parked in enclosed garage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11682447","quote_1_text":"When C7 Stingray Corvette in the garage with the door closed, there is a strong smell of fuel coming from the vehicle, this problem started around July, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11543092","quote_2_text":"There is a strong gas smell when my vehicle is parked in the home garage. The smell is very strong on the rear tire area on the driver's side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"10910962","quote_3_text":"A STRONG FUEL ODOR IS COMING FROM THE FUEL FILLER PIPE. THE FUEL ODOR FILLS THE GARAGE WHEN THE CAR HAS BEEN SITTING IN THERE OVERNIGHT, AND COMPLETELY TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Automatic transmission shudder and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11655435","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced severe shuddering and vibration while accelerating from a stationary position and while driving at slower speeds. The cause of the failure has not yet been determined","quote_2_odi":"10786533","quote_2_text":"8 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DOWN SHIFTS AT A STOP WITH SUCH FORCE IT FEELS AS YOU HAVE BEEN HIT FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER CAR WHILE COMING TO A STOP. TRANSMISSION ALSO WILL NOT ALWAYS ENGAGE PROPERLY AND WILL OVER REV AND SLAM INTO GEAR POSSIBLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10838783","quote_3_text":"8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ALWAYS SHIFTS ERRATICALLY WHEN STARTING OUT COLD (LAZY SHIFT, SLOW SHIFT, ETC.) AND OCCASIONALLY DOES NOT DOWNSHIFT WHEN CAR COMES TO A STOP, ONLY TO SLAM HARD INTO 1ST WHEN GAS PEDAL IS PRESSED TO RESUME TRAVEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-valve-spring-lifter-failure","label":"Engine valve spring and lifter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11680707","quote_1_text":"Driving down interstate at 74 MPH when engine acted like it wasn't accelerating and I was able to get off on an exit when car died had to have it towed to a chevrolet dealership. Engine wouldn't turn over at all","quote_2_odi":"11530125","quote_2_text":"There has been a lawsuit in reference to the lifters in alot of GM cars. Now my 2015 corvette has the same issue. The bad lifter","quote_3_odi":"11419640","quote_3_text":"Bad valve springs across many GM vehicles. I am not the only one that has had broken valve springs. I am well under the miles for this issue to occur","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11363910","quote_1_text":"2015 Z06 CORVETTE CRACKED 3 REAR WHEELS (20\" DIAMETER). ONE AT 24,000 MILES, ONE AT 30,000 MILES AND ONE AT 40,000 MILES. CAR IS ONLY DRIVEN TO WORK ON INTERSTATE QUALITY ROADS. NO IN TOWN DRIVING. ALL WHEEL CRACKED ON THE INSIDE","quote_2_odi":"11035178","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS HAVING TIRES INSTALLED AT BILL STASEK CHEVROLET (700 W DUNDEE RD, WHEELING, IL), HE WAS INFORMED THAT ALL THE RIMS WERE CRACKED AND THE REAR PASSENGER WHEEL WAS LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"11219771","quote_3_text":"CRACKED REAR WHEELS ON BOTH SIDES. NOTICED BECAUSE OF AIR LEAK AFTER LONG TRIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2015-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11484411","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that he noticed a crack at the top of the front driver’s side windshield. The contact then stated that over time the crack expanded with several other cracks being formed on the passenger’s side of the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11130191","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD IS DELAMINATING. DELAMINATION HAS CAUSED A STRESS CRACK TO DEVELOP. THERE IS NO EVIDENCE OF A STONE OR OTHER PROJECTILE IMPACTING THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11416221","quote_3_text":"THE WINDSHIELD IN THE C7 CORVETTES CRACK FROM THE INSIDE OUT. THIS IS A VERY COMMON OCCURRENCE, AND IT SEEMS THAT GM/CHEVROLET IS COMPLETELY IGNORING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2016-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel leak or odor from fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10885557","quote_1_text":"SECOND 2016 CORVETTE, FIRST ONE GM TOOK BACK. NOW SECOND CORVETTE WITH SAME ISSUE. GAS LEAKING FROM UNDER CAR!","quote_2_odi":"11047665","quote_2_text":"GAS LEAK WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED","quote_3_odi":"11079469","quote_3_text":"THIS ISSUE IS VERY SERIOUS. FUEL LEAKS OUT THE TOP OF THE TANKS, AND WILL THEN DRIP DOWN THE BACK SIDE. IT HAPPENS WHETHER RUNNING OR NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11693203","quote_1_text":"I would be driving and get a notification in the panel that says power steering is out and to drive with care. It is extremely difficult to drive my vehicle, with no power steering","quote_2_odi":"11110774","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET CORVETTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL LOST POWER AND THE \"POWER STEERING NEEDS SERVICE\" MESSAGE ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11702924","quote_3_text":"Experiencing sudden loss of power steering while driving - unsafe condition. Experiencing sudden loss of electric power steering assist while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Automatic transmission shudder and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618325","quote_1_text":"Transmission is very erratic to shift, especially when cold. Sometime, when pressing the accelerator, the car hesitates before moving forward. This can be dangerous at intersections with oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11467156","quote_2_text":"Transmission shudder a low acceleration. Requires Triple Transmission flush. Vehicle is 2016 Model with 10500 miles GM refused any responsibility. GM was aware they had an issue with the transmission fluid. It has gone through two reformulations to correct the issue","quote_3_odi":"11144655","quote_3_text":"KNOWN ISSUES WITH A SUB STANDARD TORGUE COVERTER CAUSING A SHUDDER AND JERKY MOTION THE CAR STARTS DEMONSTRATING ACCOMPANIED BY FLUCTUATING ENGINE RPMS. THIS CORVETTE IS EQUIPPED WITH A 8I90 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2016-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking with air pressure loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11555794","quote_1_text":"Normal driving - about 69,000 miles. Rear wheel rim developed cracks in inner bead lip causing complete loss of inflation","quote_2_odi":"11165330","quote_2_text":"CRACKED WHEEL AFTER DRIVING OVER SMALL POTHOLE ON THE INTERSTATE CAUSING CRACK IN RIM AND SLOW LOSS OF TIRE AIR PRESSURE. CRACK IN REAR WHEEL INBOARD FLANGE, WHEEL WAS NOT BENT OR WARPED","quote_3_odi":"11363746","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND I NOTICE A WHEEL IS LOW ON AIR. I GO TO A TIRE SHOP AND THEY TELL ME THAT THE WHEEL IS CRACKED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE SO FAR. I DON'T REMEMBER HITTING A POT HOLE OR ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2017-cracked-bent-wheel-rims","label":"Cracked and bent OEM wheel rims","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":182,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732283","quote_1_text":"Multiple Wheels (9) have been replaced and multiple tires. Have had to repair each of these wheels upwards of 20+ times and it’s not allowed legally after 3 cracks per wheel. Safety issue as tires would blow out or go flat in short time","quote_2_odi":"11527414","quote_2_text":"Cracked and warped wheel issue! I already replaced two wheels in last 3 years and yet I got two more wheels cracked. And one of them is the replaced wheel","quote_3_odi":"11592594","quote_3_text":"Wheel rims on the C7 Corvette are subject to either cracking or bending resulting in a sudden loss of air pressure and could cause a loss of steering control or blowout","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2017-fuel-leak-pump-filler-neck","label":"Fuel leak at fuel pump module or filler neck","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640069","quote_1_text":"2017 Chevrolet Corvette Fuel Leak at the Primary Fuel Pump Module Flange. Problem causes fuel odor and loss of fuel on garage floor. Vehicle was inspected and diagnosed by Chevrolet dealership","quote_2_odi":"11612500","quote_2_text":"Gas tank / filler neck has a leak within 7000 miles. Leaves garage smelling like fuel. Explosion or fire risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2017-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment screen failure disabling rearview camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11376970","quote_1_text":"CENTER SCREEN COMPLETELY DEAD. NO AUDIO, VIDEO OR REVERSE VIEW THEREBY CAUSING A SAFETY PROBLEM. THE REVERSE CAMERA DOES NOT COME ON AND THERE IS NO DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"11624880","quote_2_text":"The Infotainment System (Radio) on my 2017 Chevrolet Grand Sport Corvette suddenly and without warning malfunctioned/failed on or around in 2023, whereby the eight inch screen on the Infotainment System went completely black/blank, whereby my radio produced no","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2017-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688587","quote_1_text":"Driving this vehicle yesterday, the power steering assist failed. Fortunately, I was traveling at a low speed at the time","quote_2_odi":"11606455","quote_2_text":"2017 Corvette power steering assist failed while driving as described exactly in NHTSA recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V086000","quote_3_odi":"11242886","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND WONT STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2018-brake-pedal-rotor-rust","label":"Brake pedal failure and rotor rust","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11172195","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES HAVE NOW FOUR TIMES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. WHEN PRESSED THEY GET HARD, THEN GO DOWN TO THE FLOOR AND THERE'S A PULSATING FEELING","quote_2_odi":"11110031","quote_2_text":"TWO BRAKE ROTORS ON 2018 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT HAVE PERMANENT RUST BANDS THAT DO NOT WEAR OFF UNDER BRAKING. THEY ARE SCORING AND GROOVING THE BRAKE PADS INSTEAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2018-wheel-bending-vibration","label":"Wheel bending causing vibration","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11256954","quote_1_text":"WHILE ON A ROAD TRIP NOTICED A VIBRATION THROUGH STEERING WHEEL. TOOK INTO DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. ALL 4 WHEELS WERE BENT. 2018 CORVETTE GRAND SPORT 4,450 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11162965","quote_2_text":"CORVETTE GRAND SPORT WHEELS HAVE BENT SEVERAL TIMES IN NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. TWO WHEELS -1 FRONT, 1-REAR HAVE BEEN REPLACED BY OWNER. THE WHEELS SEEM TO BE NOT STRUCTURALLY STRONG ENOUGH FOR NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2018-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking with air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11632251","quote_1_text":"Wheels on these cars commonly crack and break online. Mine have a visible crack in one of them and is losing air due to quality of wheel from Chevrolet","quote_2_odi":"11486702","quote_2_text":"Rear wheel cracked in 4 places inside rim towards outside causing slow leak. Could eventually crack enough to cause wheel to fail","quote_3_odi":"11373917","quote_3_text":"4 CRACKS IN REAR WHEEL. 2ND OCCURANCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2019-cracked-bent-wheels","label":"Cracked and bent wheel rims","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":123,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11456599","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the low tire pressure warning light would illuminate on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11467614","quote_2_text":"Both rear wheels bent. No damage to tires. Damage caused by normal driving on surfaced roads. Several unmarked bridge transitions and minor potholes. Damage detected when wheels were checked with laser on Hunter Road Force balancer. Front wheels were OK","quote_3_odi":"11241847","quote_3_text":"OEM CHROME WHEELS. THREE ARE BENT, CAUSING VIBRATION. NO KNOWN CAUSE, DIDN'T HIT ANY CURB, OBSTACLE, LARGE POTHOLE. DISCOUNT TIRE OBSERVED THE ISSUE WHILE TRYING TO BALANCE THE WHEELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2019-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11641174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway to inspect the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11646825","quote_2_text":"Engine blew up and it’s been at dealership waiting on GM to replace sense January 2025. And GM has done nothing to fix the problem. Been paying car note and renting a vehicle at my cost also . And they are still doing nothing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11680931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle shook and shuddered abnormally. The contact stated that the failure had been constant since purchasing the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11680089","quote_2_text":"A 2019 Corvette with 3,400 miles began to demonstrate a transmission torque converter shutter. This became rapidly and progressively worse causing driving to resemble being on a washboard road surface","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11708663","quote_1_text":"Backup camera is intermittent. I have ain’t it to the dealership 3 times and they can replicate the issue consistently. They have scan the car for codes and seen the issue in person","quote_2_odi":"11671073","quote_2_text":"Rear back up camera becomes unresponsive randomly, causing it to become unsafe when backing up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-brake-booster-recall-parts","label":"Brake booster module recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11397352","quote_1_text":"GM REFUSES TO REPLACE THE BRAKE MODULE DESPITE THE FACT THAT THIS HAS BEEN KNOWN SINCE SEPTEMBER 2020. THE REMEDY \"IS INCOMPLETE\"AND PARTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11385615","quote_2_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2020, CHEVROLET ISSUED A RECALL FOR A POSSIBLE CONTAMINATED BRAKE BOOSTER MODULE ON NUMEROUS 2020 VEHICLES. THIS TO ME IS A SERIOUS MATTER WHEN IT DEALS WITH THE VEHICLES BRAKING SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11375072","quote_3_text":"THIS COMPLAINT IS A RESULT OF GM NON ACTION TO THEIR RECALL A202307260. IT HAS BEEN 2 MONTHS SINCE THE RECALL HAS BEEN ANNOUNCED AND PARTS OR NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-dct-transmission-failure","label":"Dual-clutch transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11737257","quote_1_text":"The dual clutch transmission on my 2020 C8 Corvette has a diagnostic code of p1955. This was determined after the service light on the vehicle illuminated and it was taken to service at the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11561551","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that he restated the vehicle and the failure reoccurred, and the contact turned the vehicle off. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle eleven times however, the failure persisted","quote_3_odi":"11531051","quote_3_text":"I had a complete transmission failure while on a road trip over July 4th. I just read that GM was doing a recall on the Transmission Control Module but it does not include my car, which is what failed on my car at 19,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-hood-frunk-latch-failure","label":"Front hood/frunk latch failure while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11338979","quote_1_text":"HOOD ON VEHICLE COULD COME UNLATCHED SINCE THERE IS ONLY ONE LATCH POINT, NO SAFETY LATCH. THE HOOD RELEASES TWICE AND COULD SPRING OPEN, CAUSING IMPAIRED VISION TO THE DRIVER, AND FLYING OBJECTS TO VEHICLE IN THE REAR,.IN ADDITION TO CAUSING EXTENSIVE VEHICLE DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11321376","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE 2020 CORVETTE AT A LOW SPEED, THE FRONT HOOD FLEW OPEN AND IMPAIRED MY VISIBILITY. THIS IS CHEVROLET'S FIRST ATTEMPT AT A MID-ENGINE CAR. SO THE FRONT HOOD IS ACTUALLY A TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11343623","quote_3_text":"THE HOOD POPPED OPEN WHILE DRIVING DAMAGING THE CAR. FORTUNATELY THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS AROUND AND I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OVER. I WAS DRIVING AT 43MPH WHEN THE HOOD FLEW OPEN BLOCKING MY VISION AND DAMAGING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-rear-axle-differential-failure","label":"Rear axle and differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11742799","quote_1_text":"My left rear axel/rear differential/ control arm snapped with normal driving and breaking. It is available for inspection. This mechanical failure made me loose control of my vehicle on the busy freeway and threw me across a lane into the freeway center divider","quote_2_odi":"11385542","quote_2_text":"I WAS INSPECTING THE WHEELS AND TIRE WHEN I SPOTTED A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF GREY/BLACK COLORED GREASE RANDOMLY COVERING THE INNER WHEEL. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION I NOTICED THAT THE GREASE WAS SPLATTERED ON THE EMERGENCY BRAKE UNIT, SENSORS AND WIRING HARNESS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2020-strut-mount-corrosion","label":"Front strut mount corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11643898","quote_1_text":"Upon removing the plastic cover from the frunk to access the battery, I discovered the two front strut mounts. To my dismay, I noticed excessive corrosion on both strut mounts, with the left side near an AC compressor line being considerably worse","quote_2_odi":"11511731","quote_2_text":"2020 CHEVROLET CORVETTE STINGRAY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO RUSTING SHOCK TOWER HOUSING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-brake-pulsation","label":"Brake rotor pulsation and vibration under heat","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09-25 → 2024-10-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11618190","quote_1_text":"Experiencing an ongoing problem where the brakes pulsate and vibrate badly, especially after rotors and pads get hot. I am concerned about the safety and possible failure of the brakes if it is not corrected","quote_2_odi":"11546301","quote_2_text":"I ran an update on my c8 corvette, left the car till it was completed. The next day I left with the car and went through the stop sign and through 2 lanes of traffic and almost down a ditch. I live in a country setting. I almost had a very serious accident. I had no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-electrical-system","label":"Electrical system faults including BCM and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07-22 → 2025-08-30","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11708105","quote_1_text":"BCM failure causing the oil pressure to fall to zero and making the car unusable. It also stated the mileage on the odometer does not match the mileage on the BCM","quote_2_odi":"11684137","quote_2_text":"Battery drain causing none start,codes,having to disconnect negative wire on the battery terminal to reset.car is currently on 21000 miles recently purchased vehicle July 2, 2025. It’s been in the shop multiple times for a month and a half still having the same electrical issues","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-frunk-unintended-opening","label":"Front trunk unintended opening while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01-04 → 2022-07-22","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11475347","quote_1_text":"the Fronk or front storage area opens up the front hood automatically while driving this car. The car can just sit in the garage the fronk storage area opens up automatically by itself","quote_2_odi":"11446203","quote_2_text":"Shifting luggage during a left turn caused the remote front trunk saftey switch inside the trunk to be depressed and open the front trunk, this was at low speed in my neighborhood, no damage or issues occurred","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-headlight-auto-mode","label":"Headlight shutoff in AUTO mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-08-08 → 2022-08-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478239","quote_1_text":"When headlights are in AUTO mode (i.e. headlights off in sunlight and daytime running lights on, and headlights on in darkness), they will go in and out from on to off doesn't matter weather it is bright sunlight or darkness, and in darkness…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-htc-convertible-top-cable","label":"Hardtop convertible top cable and mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06-27 → 2026-06-19","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745198","quote_1_text":"on and around May of 2025, the Cable retractable Top Fail on the Driver Side, it Pop, came loose, broke,....if you are driving  with the Top Down and it Rains, this issue will cause the Top to malfunction, and the Vehicle interior will be Soaked in Water","quote_2_odi":"11669796","quote_2_text":"the convertible top release button was depressed; however, a wire snapped. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the convertible top cable had snapped and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-tire-sidewall-bulge","label":"Tire sidewall bulge and air loss","component_code":"TIRES:SIDEWALL","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01-16 → 2026-01-16","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11711388","quote_1_text":"With only 16,000 miles on this vehicle, the sidewall began to bulge, and then tore, with zero damage to the rim of the wheel, and all air was lost.  Luckily it is a run flat tire so it didn't completely deflate","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03-12 → 2024-11-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11485449","quote_1_text":"I recently got a message on the Driver Information Display “Rear Axel System Off”.  I also receiver an email from OnStar “Engine/ Transmission fault, Seek Service Immediately”.  After analysis at the Dealer, they concluded with GM that the transmission needed to be REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11459628","quote_2_text":"Transmission died after only 1400 miles, vehicle is brand new and I’m concerned about the transmission dying after only a few miles on a $110k car, already took it to a Chevy dealer and confirmed it was the transmission and needed to be changed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera intermittent display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11514474","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has had rear and front camera failure within 72 hours of me buying it (91 miles); and I let my sales guy know, we decided to bring it by the dealership one day when it is malfunctioning. I got it to act up that Saturday 3/18/23 with 123 miles, and it showed 2 DTC's…","quote_2_odi":"11505429","quote_2_text":"The backup camera display will occasionally not display what is behind the vehicle (the screen is blank with a strange icon in the middle of it).  This is not a consistent problem. It sometimes works, and sometimes it doesn't.  I almost backed over a child who wasn't visible","quote_3_odi":"11515907","quote_3_text":"The reverse camera works intermittently, but fails more often than it works properly. Able to reset by shutting car off and leaving door open for 90 seconds, then restarting. Works for that ignition/drive cycle but then becomes unreliable again after next startup.  Car is a week…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-brake-acceleration-loss","label":"Brake and acceleration loss while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11607249","quote_1_text":"A few minutes later the Check Engine Light, ABS, Traction Control and other lights appear on dash.   Once lights appear, brakes fail and no longer slow the car down, the gas pedal only revved the car and could no longer accelerate. The car was still on and “driving”, I just…","quote_2_odi":"11643646","quote_2_text":"When drive slowly, sometimes it grinds really lound when the wheels are wet or dry. Took it to 2 different dealers, they said it's normal. I have video for both incidents","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-front-suspension-mount","label":"Front shock mount bolt shear — suspension retention","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681610","quote_1_text":"I discovered when removing the “frunk” trim to investigate a weak battery up front that an aluminum upper suspension right front shock mount was only being retained by a single bolt of the FOUR designed to secure it! Two had sheared the aluminum mount off and one bolt had broken…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-fuel-fire-recall-25v536","label":"Fuel system fire risk — NHTSA Recall 25V536","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726536","quote_1_text":"As I removed the fuel pump nozzle from the vehicle, a violent explosion occurred. I was immediately engulfed in a fireball. My clothing caught fire and was burning me. I jumped clear of the flames and extinguished the fire on my clothing. I saw that the vehicle remained fully…","quote_2_odi":"11694194","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V536000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…","quote_3_odi":"11682378","quote_3_text":"My fiancé, [XXX]   died on [XXX], while driving his 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Convertible . He was passing another car on a straight road ,A witness confirmed he was not speeding excessively. Suddenly, he lost control of the vehicle, crashed, and the car burst into flames.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-immobilizer-no-start","label":"Theft-deterrent immobilizer causing no-start","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755590","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster displayed a theft-deterrent/immobilizer warning and a lock/security symbol, along with a message stating that there could be a problem with the theft-deterrent system and referring to Immobilizer Operation. The vehicle has full electrical power, but when…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-rear-wheel-crack","label":"Rear aluminum wheel cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750821","quote_1_text":"At 23000 miles the right rear wheel cracked. I have a 2023 Corvette stingray HTC with the 20\" wheels. The option code for this original GM wheel is Q8Q, \"20\" rear carbon flash painted aluminum wheels with machined edge\". This is a common problem and has been reported by many…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2023-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission engagement and gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622394","quote_1_text":"Once the fire was put out. I had it towed to the dealership they Told me to call my insurance company. Doing insurance process one of their technicians looked at the vehicle and determined that the rear Transmission case cracked from a Defective part in the transmission…","quote_2_odi":"11693052","quote_2_text":"On 10/13 after refuling my 2023 Chevy Corvette. I was cruising on a freeway when the car started showing signs of staying in 5th gear. The rev limiter was going from 500 to 2500 rpm rhythmically at a cruising speed of 65mph. At this time, I noticed the loss of response from the…","quote_3_odi":"11490966","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the transmission failed to engage as the gear indicator light began to flash and the service transmission message was displayed on the instrument panel. After multiple attempts, the contact was able to engage the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-aeb-failure-to-engage","label":"Automatic emergency braking failure to engage","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11643907","quote_1_text":"AEB came standard on my 2024 Corvette. It has never worked since the day I bought it [XXX]. The selling dealer, Service Chevrolet in Lafayette La. worked on it and GM said all systems checked OK. BUT THE AEB STILL DID NOT WORK. GM suggested another GM dealer try to fix it. The…","quote_2_odi":"11636129","quote_2_text":"2024 Corvette included AEB. Window sticker shows AEB included. Build code shows AEB in build. Car one month old 650 miles. The sales dealership and second GM dealership communications with GM tech reads system as OK. BUT DOES NOT WORK. GM system tech says system reads OK BUT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-electrical-lockout-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system lockout and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11707844","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact stated that upon parking and turning off the vehicle, the contact noticed that the radio, the infotainment screen, and the instrument cluster had failed to turn off. The contact stated that upon attempting to restart the…","quote_2_odi":"11596137","quote_2_text":"I got locked in my car while a software update was taking place. I was running errand on a very hot day, I went to exit the car and the infotainment system did not shut off like usual, on the info screen was a very dim notice to start a software update, I hit the start now…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-frunk-latch-power-loss","label":"False front trunk latch warning with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11615622","quote_1_text":"When driving, car will falsely and intermittently get random error codes on BUS module; resulting in a false FRUNK or Front Latch Service warning under Body Control Module code B1A5F or U164F for gateway. Chevy has found electrical connectors for car built in Nov/Dec 2023 which…","quote_2_odi":"11598689","quote_2_text":"On July 1st, I had a defect in the electrical system of my Corvette nearly causing a major accident with several cars and trucks due to a immediate and unexpected loss of engine and propulsion. I was driving about 75 mph on highway in busy traffic. Car randomly and without any…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-fuel-vapor-fire-risk","label":"Fuel system heat venting and fire risk","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11745116","quote_1_text":"I live in Las Vegas, NV where temperatures outdoors frequently exceed 100 degrees F in the summer, and in properly permitted garages without air conditioning, it gets very hot. I own a 2024 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. When it is hot out and the vehicle's tank is properly filled…","quote_2_odi":"11693431","quote_2_text":"On August 1st, my '24 Z06 unexpectedly caught fire after a short evening of driving — 7 miles to dinner, 7 miles to a store, then 2 miles to drop my wife off at the grocery store. I was heading to refuel when the fire started. The car was in Sport Mode, so the fans were…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-seat-belt-retractor-recall","label":"Seat belt retractor failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11594929","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Corvette. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V418000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The…","quote_2_odi":"11555968","quote_2_text":"seat belt fully retracted and could not be released in first day. had to drive 155 miles without operating seatbelt. this is a safety issue. My build date was 9/22 if you look at the forums this was not the only car built that day with a failed seat belt. seems like bad parts…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Corvette","model_slug":"corvette","cluster_id":"corvette-2024-wheel-casting-defects","label":"Wheel casting and mounting defects","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11701361","quote_1_text":"From the day the vehicle was delivered, all four tires were losing air daily. No disclosure of punctures or defects was made by the dealership. After one week, a tire went flat and I purchased new replacement tires. Multiple shops, including Costco, refused to install the tires…","quote_2_odi":"11632410","quote_2_text":"Front wheels are defective confirmed by certified GM dealership which causes unsafe operation of vehicle. Even though wheels are in pristine condition GM will not cover replacement wheels under their warranty. I spoke with GM about the service bulletins they put out regarding…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/corvette","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-brake-booster-pedal-sensor","label":"Brake pedal position sensor and power booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11587716","quote_1_text":"Sometimes when I go to brake, there is no brake and I have to push real hard with my foot and finally the car will brake. It feels as if my brakes go out and sometimes I have to pump the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11430603","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was firm and difficult to depress","quote_3_odi":"11129268","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS INITIALLY STARTED, THE POWER BOOSTER FOR THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE. THE POWER BOOSTER BEGAN TO WORK AFTER APPROXIMATELY ONE MINUTE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Coolant loss and overheating leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11719712","quote_1_text":"The vehicle continues to overheat. The fan has been changed, the thermostat has been changed, the coolant reservoir has been changed, the cadilatic converter has been changed. Still running over hot","quote_2_odi":"11625774","quote_2_text":"Losing coolant seems like blown head gasket","quote_3_odi":"11362172","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT OIL AND COOLANT WERE MIXING IN THE ENGINE AND THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-electrical-stall-bcm","label":"Electrical system failures causing stalling and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11648672","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the brake lights, power locks, and windshield wipers were inoperable. The contact stated that the ignition key failed to disengage after turning off the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11558913","quote_2_text":"All lights, head lights, dash lights and engine stop. Emergency flashers work. I coast to the side of road, and try to restart. It will restart after about 5 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11435509","quote_3_text":"Negative battery cable shorting electrics while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-oil-leak-valve-cover","label":"Oil leaks from valve cover gasket and PCV system","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11675310","quote_1_text":"The engine is leaking oil. There are clearly known issues with this engine such as oil leaks and engine fires. There was a previous recall on this issue that says complete but we are still having the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11551978","quote_2_text":"September 21, 2023 had taken my 2011 Chevy Cruze to a service center because i noticed an oil leak on my garage Floor. the service center replaced the intake manifold cover","quote_3_odi":"11444878","quote_3_text":"i have an oil leak coming from the valve cover gasket ,,it is a brand new genuine cover and gasket so oil is falling on the drive belt which breaks pretty quickly while driving I heard that it might be an issue with the pcv check valve inside the manifold","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-transmission-slip-hesitation","label":"Transmission slipping, hesitation, and gear-shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11639585","quote_1_text":"Vehicle does not shift gears, jumpy, sluggish, disengages then jerks back into gear. Hazard when trying to pickup speed to accelerate into highway traffic. Does not engage in reverse gear at times","quote_2_odi":"11553850","quote_2_text":"The transmission failed and wouldn't go into 3rd gear. Safety of person driving was put at risk on an expressway on ramp, transmission refused to go into 3rd gear could have been rear ended as traffic was accelerating on ramp","quote_3_odi":"11288496","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IN THE CAR HAS TROUBLE SHIFTING INTO SECOND GEAR. SOMETIMES THE ENGINE WILL JUST REV UP AND WILL NOT ACTUALLY ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"chevrolet-cruze-2011-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper and defrost failure reducing visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":731,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11396424","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE WIPE BLADE STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DURING WINTER CONDITIONS. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IN SNOW ON THE HIGHWAY. NEEDS TO BE FIXED ASAP","quote_2_odi":"11270355","quote_2_text":"THERE'S A PLASTIC GEAR INSIDE THE DASH THAT CHANGES THE HVAC MODE FROM VENT TO DEFROST. THAT GEAR BECOMES BRITTLE AND SNAPS CAUSING LOSS OF WINDOW DEFROST TO PREVENT WINDOW FOGGING","quote_3_odi":"11141613","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET IT BEGAN TO RAIN SO I TURNED ON MY WIPERS AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE PASSENGER STOPPED IN THE STRAIGHT UP POSITION WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVERS SIDE TO GET CAUGHT UP IN IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-brake-assist-reverse-failure","label":"Brake assist failure when reversing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11741926","quote_1_text":"My breaks do not work in reverse. Pump valve seems to be bad","quote_2_odi":"11421382","quote_2_text":"Brake assist, no brakes when backing up. This was recalled on almost 300,000 Chevy cruzes but not all. Recall number 12213. My vehicle being one that was not included","quote_3_odi":"11194780","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION GOING 55 MPH ON THE TURNPIKE AND TRAFFIC AHEAD WAS SLOWING DOWN. THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED AND IT FAILED TO WORK. MY SON, THE DRIVER, PUSHED THE BRAKE AGAIN AND IT STILL WAS NOT BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11728123","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine started overheating, and a coolant leak was discovered","quote_2_odi":"11322727","quote_2_text":"MY CAR OVERHEATS EVERY TIME THE SEASONS CHANGE. ONE DAY IT WILL BE RUNNING FINE WITH NORMAL TEMPERATURE READINGS, I KEEP A CLOSE EYE ON THE TEMPERATURE DUE TO IT'S TENDENCY TO OVERHEAT, AND THEN THE NEXT MOMENT IT IS SMOKING AND IDLING MY ENGINE SECONDARY TO \"HIGH ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11197291","quote_3_text":"SIGNIFICANT COOLANT LEAK CAUSING ENGINE TO OVERHEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-defroster-heater-failure","label":"Windshield defroster and heater actuator failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11384107","quote_1_text":"THE HVAC BLENDER DOOR MECHANISM ( HEAT MODE DOOR LEVER) BROKE WHICH DISABLES THE DEFROST MODE IN THE CAR. THIS HAPPENED DURING A WINTER STORM AND I COULD NOT SEE THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD AND ONLY PARTIAL VISION OF THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11439256","quote_2_text":"The problem I have is a very, very common problem and a huge safety issue to my life or anyone with the same car within around 2011 to 2015. The cheap plastic levers for the mode actuator for my defrost and vents do not work","quote_3_odi":"11443373","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the windshield defroster would not operate as needed without warning. The vehicle had yet to be diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11733293","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and accelerating over a speed bump, the key slid out of the ignition switch. An independent mechanic was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11302576","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN SUBDIVISION AT 20MPH AND VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE. IT HAD A MESSAGE SAYING ENGINE POWER REDUCED, SERVICE STABILITY TRACK AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE MORE THAN 5MPH. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS!","quote_3_odi":"11554508","quote_3_text":"The car's theft deterrent is not able to be turned off and is causing the car to stop working. I was driving my car on the highway and all of a sudden it completely shut off. I had it towed home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-transmission-hard-shift-failure","label":"Automatic transmission hard shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11655044","quote_1_text":"Had a 3-5-R wave plate failure. Symptoms started at around 87,000 miles. Bouncing/jerking when put into reverse. 5th gear slams hard into gear when upshifting and downshifting, making it feel like I have been rear ended","quote_2_odi":"11281651","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AT 46,942 MILES IN 2012 CHEVROLET CRUZE ON 10/14/19. I WAS ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK AT NIGHT. LUCKILY I WAS ON A SMALL, EMPTY ROAD IN TOWN CLOSE TO HOME. THE ENGINE REVVED BUT WOULD NOT UP SHIFT","quote_3_odi":"11428065","quote_3_text":"The transmission is a known issue, so much so they issued a service bulletin. The transmission will give out or shift very abruptly or shift in to neutral without warning and at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2012-valve-cover-oil-leak","label":"Valve cover gasket and oil cooler leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11693383","quote_1_text":"My son just purchased this car and nearly hit 100,000 miles. It started leaking oil in the engine area the valve cover gasket. It's drips all over the car causing it to smoke and smell","quote_2_odi":"11512592","quote_2_text":"I am wondering when GM is gonna admit fault on these Chevy Cruzes? My mechanic father owns one. He's had to replace Valve cover gasket on his 3x. Mine at least 4-5x now","quote_3_odi":"11388722","quote_3_text":"THE OIL COOLER NEEDS REPLACED. IT IS SOMEHOW LEAKING. THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE CARS, THAT ARE THE SAME AS MINE, THAT HAVE COME INTO THE SAME DEALERSHIPS THAT HAVE THIS SAME PROBLEM. IN THE LAST WEEK, ONE OF THE DEALERSHIPS SAID 14 PEOPLE CAME IN BECAUSE OF THIS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-airbag-deploy-sensor-fault","label":"Airbag deployment and sensor failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11375065","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 68 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SIDE-CURTAIN AIR BAGS INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED, WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11310328","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, SHE HIT A DEER AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11442841","quote_3_text":"Air Bag passenger rear impact sensor failed. Discovered due to warning light. Component replaced at dealership. Vehicle has 25,360 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-coolant-overheating","label":"Engine overheating and coolant system leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11556749","quote_1_text":"Recall Bulletin: 14371B; water pump leaked causing a crack in the coolant reservoir, The dealership in charge of repair stated that the leak caused permanent engine damage and was now undrivable and needed a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11517398","quote_2_text":"The 2013 Chevy Cruze is prone to overheating and there is always a coolant leak or something related to the coolant/antifreeze that is leaking or not correct","quote_3_odi":"11298865","quote_3_text":"TOOK CAR IN FOR OVERHEATING AFTER HAVING HI TEMP WORNING COME ON. CHECKED COOLANT LEVELS IT WAS LOW. DEAL REPARED CAR PER RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-hvac-blend-door-defrost","label":"HVAC blend door and defrost failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11598714","quote_1_text":"Broken blend door in hvac box. No heat to defrost windows","quote_2_odi":"11479467","quote_2_text":"HVAC blend door lever, which controls the function of properly moving the air from floor to vent to defrost, broken, resulting in inability to properly switch to defrost mode for safe operation of vehicle and driver visibility","quote_3_odi":"11266072","quote_3_text":"I AM WRITING TO REQUEST AN INVESTIGATION INTO CHEVROLET CRUZE HEATER BLEND DOOR ACTUATOR FAILURES. THE ISSUE IS A SMALL PLASTIC GEAR THAT STRIPS OUT AND DOES NOT ALLOW THE BLEND DOOR TO CYCLE FROM WINDSHIELD DEFROST / DASH VENTS / AND FLOOR VENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-pcv-valve-oil-leak","label":"PCV valve and valve cover oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11496641","quote_1_text":"Cracks in the diaphragm may have developed in the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) pressure regulator valve . This has caused my engine to run rough , especially when idle and have the engine trouble code for the fuel trim lean (PO171) displayed","quote_2_odi":"11366462","quote_2_text":"I HAVE AN 2013 CHEVY CRUZE 2LT 1.4L ENGINE. I DISCOVERED AN OIL LEAK UPON MY LAST OIL CHANGE AT 55,000 MILES. RECENTLY I DISCOVERED A SECOND OIL LEAK AT THE VALVE COVER AT 60,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11452058","quote_3_text":"Countless oil leaks - replaced the valve cover /gasket and solenoids and countless other parts to stop the oil leak when it was coming from the intake manifold PVC system - I even replaced the turbocharger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-self-start-ignition-fault","label":"Self-starting ignition and stuck key faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11564586","quote_1_text":"Vehicle, when parked in garage with key in the ignition, will start all by itself. There have been several times in the past when I could hear the car attempt to start itself unsuccessfully in the garage as well","quote_2_odi":"11415312","quote_2_text":"WHEN KEY LEFT IN IGNITION, CAR OFF, IT TRIES TO START ITSELF REPEATEDLY. SAW THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED BY OTHERS FOR YEARS BUT NO RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11623982","quote_3_text":"Vehicle randomly powers up and tries to start with the key in the ignition. Service theft deterrent message displayed at times while trying to start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2013-stabilitrak-stall-warning","label":"Stalling with StabiliTrak and traction control warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11354235","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET CRUZE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATE AND SHAKE ABNORMALLY. DURING THE FAILURE, THE STABILI-TRAC AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11342413","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY. WHEN ACCELERATING THE CAR SPUTTERED A BIT THEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED TO BLINK AND TRACTION LIGHT CAME ON. ALSO MADE A CERTAIN WHINING NOISE. A MESSAGE POPPED UP STATING STABILITRAK SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"11406478","quote_3_text":"AT RANDOM TIMES, MY STEREO WILL GO BLANK, NO SOUND, NO BLINKER SOUNDS, NOTHING. AT THE SAME TIME, THE SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABITRAX WILL START FLASHING ON AND OFF. MY POWER STEERING WILL CUT OFF AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11756875","quote_1_text":"My transmission blew up. My airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11497172","quote_2_text":"I was involved in an accident at 70mph and the airbags did not deploy and the seat belts did not catch as a result I had to several injuries and luckily my 3 year old daughters car seat protected her","quote_3_odi":"11432227","quote_3_text":"I was in a collision and zero airbags deployed. I was hit T-bone style at an intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11577147","quote_1_text":"Recall on my car has no remedy and has had a safety recall for 7 months","quote_2_odi":"11578570","quote_2_text":"vehicle has a recall for a few years already and dealer is saying that parts are not available","quote_3_odi":"11563278","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the \"Service Air Bag\" warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure and P0420 codes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11503412","quote_1_text":"Our 2014 Chevy Cruze is once again having the catalytic convertor fail","quote_2_odi":"11465189","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a faulty catalytic converters had the check engine light on got it tested the p0420 code issued","quote_3_odi":"11735547","quote_3_text":"Both catalytic converters and O2 Sensor's have been replaced and I’m still getting a check engine light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11740155","quote_1_text":"On May 25, 2026, at approximately 3:30 p.m. Central Time, after the vehicle had been operated under normal conditions and subsequently parked, a fire originated within the vehicle’s engine compartment and/or under-hood area","quote_2_odi":"11704174","quote_2_text":"I remote started my car using the factory installed remote starter, and approximately 5 minutes later I heard my car alarm start going off, so I went to investigate and when I opened the drivers side door, my car was filled with smoke and flames were coming up from the front","quote_3_odi":"11430478","quote_3_text":"The contact turned off the vehicle and got out of the vehicle when the vehicle suddenly caught on actual fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-engine-overheating-coolant-loss","label":"Engine overheating with coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11650469","quote_1_text":"After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the coolant level was abnormally low, and an unknown fluid was leaking","quote_2_odi":"11540117","quote_2_text":"Additionally, the vehicle had started to overheat. The contact stated that the temperature gauge was in the red zone. The contact stopped the vehicle and became aware that the coolant reservoir was almost empty","quote_3_odi":"11712540","quote_3_text":"Water pump failure with head gasket crack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-stabilitrak-electrical-shutdown","label":"Stabilitrak warning with intermittent electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11734625","quote_1_text":"Service traction control and stabil has repeatedly came on it messes with the car by slowing it down","quote_2_odi":"11523737","quote_2_text":"the negative battery cable terminal clamp has an insufficient crimp at the battery negative terminal causing intermittent issues with the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11400094","quote_3_text":"I WIGGLED THE BATTERY CABLE AND IT CAME BACK ON BUT, I HAD TO TURN THE KEY ON AND OFF MULTIPLE TIMES FOR IT TO FINALLY START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2014-turbocharger-failure-underboost","label":"Turbocharger failure and underboost","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":702,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11744804","quote_1_text":"The car stalls and the acceleration was an issue, especially for a 19 year old inexperienced driver","quote_2_odi":"11389578","quote_2_text":"THE TURBO CHARGER WAS FOUND TO HAVE A CRACK IN THE HOUSING","quote_3_odi":"11384898","quote_3_text":"FAULTY TURBOCHARGER, MULTIPLE OWNERS THAT I SPOKE TO HAVE REPLACED THEIR TURBOCHARGER TWICE ONLY TO KNOW THAT IT KEEPS FAILING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11337915","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 CHEVROLET CRUZE. THE VIN WAS NOT PROVIDED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE REAR-ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO WARNING. THERE WAS NO INJURY","quote_2_odi":"11073000","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND WAS STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I PROCEEDED TO EXCEL FORWARD. THE CAR WAS ONLY GOING BETWEEN 10-15 MILES PER HOUR WHEN WITHOUT HITTING OR CURBING ANYTHING MY TIRE BLEW. RIGHT AFTER THE TIRE BLEW ALL (6) SIX OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11123230","quote_3_text":"I WAS REAR ENDED BY A DRIVER TRAVELING OVER 45MPH WHILE I WAS AT A FULL STOP. THIS IMPACT SLAMMED MY VEHICLE INTO THE TRUCK INFRONT OF MINE, AND SHOULD HAVE CAUSED THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY. DESPITE THE ONBOARD COMPUTER ALERTING ME THAT THEY HAD, NO AIRBAGS IN THE CAR DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-power-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640898","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while opening the driver's side front window and the passenger’s side front window, the cable snapped, and the window fell inside the door. The power windows became inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11406563","quote_2_text":"I AM LEASING THIS CAR USED. THERE IS PROOF FROM PREVIOUS OWNER HIS TROUBLE WITH DRIVER WINDOW STOPS WORKING DUE TO MOTOR INSIDE WINDOW OR UNLINKING. HE HAS A RECEIPT OF REPLACING THIS AND I HAVE REPLACED 3 MORE TIMES THEY DEALER PARTS AND EVERYTHING","quote_3_odi":"11310697","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW HAS BEEN SERVICED TWICE FOR BEING STUCK. EITHER IT WON'T ROLL BACK UP OR IT WON'T ROLL DOWN. I HAVE MY CAR SERVICED BY A CHEVY DEALER. THE WINDOW IS CURRENTLY STUCK ALL THE WAY DOWN. THIS WOULD BE THE THIRD TIME THAT THOS HAS OCCURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-stabilitrak-electrical-fault","label":"Stabilitrak and traction control electrical fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709650","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the “Service Stabili-trak” message was displayed. The warning light turned on and off, and the vehicle suddenly stalled. The vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11057378","quote_2_text":"NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE ISSUE - MY RADIO IS CUTTING IN AND OUT, TURN SIGNALS WILL NOT ALWAYS WORK, \"SERVICE STABILITRAK\" LIGHT WILL INTERMITTENTLY FLASH","quote_3_odi":"11363507","quote_3_text":"STEREO BLINKS ON AND OFF, WHILE DRIVING OR PUTTING THE WINDOWS UP OR DOWN OR EVEN SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. DASH LIGHTS BELOW THE STEREO BLINK ON AND OFF. STABILI TRACK LIGHT, ABS LIGHT BLINK ON AND OFF. WARNING LIGHTS ON THE DASH FLASH. BLINKERS TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and boost loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646618","quote_1_text":"I have had to replace the turbo 3 times now. My car was leaking oil where the the oil filter is so I replaced that whole part. I watched a video how to replace the part","quote_2_odi":"11559607","quote_2_text":"The turbo on the vehicle develops a crack in the exhaust side by the wastegate over time. This is a common problem as reported by forums, that seems to be a near 100% failure rate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Coolant leak and water pump failure causing overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498121","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle overheated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, who diagnosed that there was a coolant leak and that the water pump was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11119815","quote_2_text":"COOLING SYSTEM CONTINUES TO LEAK AFTER BEING REPLACED FOR THE THIRD TIME NOW. THE CAR DOES NOT RETAIN COOLANT OR WATER TO KEEP THE ENGINE FROM OVERHEATING. THE CAR WILL OVERHEAT IF IT DOESN'T HAVE COOLANT OR WATER","quote_3_odi":"11496296","quote_3_text":"87,000 miles on the car. 6 incidences of coolant system failure within the last 2 years/3,000 miles. This car costs me over $1000 in repairs every 3 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2015-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper transmission failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11432172","quote_1_text":"The windshield wiper transmission failed on my ‘15 Cruze in the middle of a rain storm caused my Hurricane Ida. The problem has been confirmed by my husband who is a mechanic at a Chevrolet dealership","quote_2_odi":"11365504","quote_2_text":"THE WIPER TRANSMISSION BROKE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. I CAN LOOK THROUGH THE PLASTIC SHIELD AND SEE IF HAS CAME APART. I HAVE NO DRIVERS WIPER FUNCTION NO MORE. I SEE ONLINE THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH CRUZES. THE CAR ONLY HAS 54K ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11056210","quote_3_text":"ONE WINDSHIELD WIPER STOPPED WORKING. THE NEXT DAY THEY BOTH HAVE STOPPED. THEY WILL NOT MOVE AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment and warning light failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11543268","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the front air bag warning light illuminated, and the message \"Service Air Bags\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11312050","quote_2_text":"IN LESS THAN A YEAR THE AIRBAG NEEDS SERVICING MEANING IT WILL NOT DEPLOY IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11376491","quote_3_text":"IN SEPTEMBER, MY DAUGHTERS 4 SIDE AIRBAGS BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. SHE WASN'T IN ANY COLLISION OR ACCIDENT, THEY JUST BLEW OUT AND THE PIECE THAT BLEW OUT ON HER SIDE, HIT HER IN THE HEAD TOO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-electrical-lock-battery-faults","label":"Electrical system and door lock malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681263","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that upon returning to the parked vehicle, while attempting to unlock the doors with the key fob, the doors failed to open","quote_2_odi":"11133197","quote_2_text":"MY DOOR AJAR ALARM GOES OFF NOT STOP WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION AFTER 3 MINS THE LOCKS TRY TO UNLOCK AND LOCK GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE DOME LIGHTS FLASH ON AND OFF","quote_3_odi":"11243750","quote_3_text":"ONSTAR MODULE FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 53,500 MILES, TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP AT 54,542 MILES, GM PART NUMBER 84024907, NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY, ONSTAR SAFETY SYSTEM WILL NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-engine-overheating-coolant","label":"Engine overheating and coolant system leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11349365","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS HAD OVERHEATING ISSUES SINCE I BOUGHT IT. REPAIRED IT TWICE AND IS EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS AGAIN. I HAVE CHANGED ALL COMPONENTS OF THE COOLING SYSTEM TO NO AVAIL. I HAVE COME ACROSS COUNTLESS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS. WHY HASN'T THERE BEEN A RECALL FOR THIS YET?","quote_2_odi":"11525273","quote_2_text":"It suddenly come up with ac off to keep engine feom overheating on message .I have had 4 theromstat housings put on in the last month and it is still leaking around housing and leaking coolant out onto ground and thit has only 73000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11538069","quote_3_text":"There is currently a recall for Chevrolet Cruzes because of overheating, that is caused by the cooling system and the antifreeze leaking out at the thermostat housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11228901","quote_1_text":"CAR STALLS AT INTERSECTIONS. THE AUTO STOP FEATURE GOES FROM \"AUTO STOP\" ON THE DASH TO \"OFF\". PROBLEM OCCURS AS YOU ARE MOVING FOOT OVER FROM BRAKE TO GAS AND CAUSES THE CAR TO TURN OFF","quote_2_odi":"11270104","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS OR CITY STREETS THE CAR JUST SHUTS OFF AT RANDOM TIMES. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR ANY LIGHTS ARE ON THE DASHBOARD BEFORE IT HAPPENS","quote_3_odi":"11268649","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE. WHILE IDLING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE VEHICLE SEIZED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIO WAS STILL OPERATING WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731311","quote_1_text":"While driving, I went to make a right turn and the power steering went out making the turn very difficult using manual muscle to complete the turn","quote_2_odi":"11602979","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the steering wheel pulled to the left forcibly","quote_3_odi":"11310941","quote_3_text":"IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING HOME THE CAR WAS NOT OPERABLE AND WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO TURN THE VEHICLE AND IT STARTED DOING A SCRUBBING SOUND BEFORE IT STOPPED TURNING COMPLETELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-turbo-pcv-intake-failure","label":"Turbocharger and PCV system component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608482","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE AND THE TURBOCHARGER INTERCOOLER HOSE BASICALLY BROKE FROM WHERE THE END OF THE HOSE STARTS AND A LITTLE BIT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE AREA OF THE END PART OF THE HOSE","quote_2_odi":"11626888","quote_2_text":"The turbo has gone out twice, it was replaced under an extended warranty policy and it has gone out again and is out of warranty, also the plastic intake manifold has gone bad again","quote_3_odi":"11487789","quote_3_text":"2 issues. 1st is the PCV system. PCV valve will fail regularly 1-3 years. This requires a new intake manifold and valve cover possible new hose and possible sensor replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-auto-stop-stall","label":"Engine stall at Auto Stop with failure to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11120953","quote_1_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE IN TRAFFIC THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN FOR THE \"AUTO START\" AND FAILED TO RESTART UPON RELEASING THE BRAKE. THE CAR STALLS COMPLETELY OUT AT WHICH POINT I HAVE TO PLACE THE CAR IN PARK AND START IT AGAIN BEFORE PUTTING IT IN DRIVE TO PROCEED.…","quote_2_odi":"11645776","quote_2_text":"We believe the auto stop is malfunctioning. When stopping at a light the car will go into auto stop and then die. It won't restart without getting out of the car, alarming and locking it, then unlock and get back in.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-brake-assist-loss","label":"Brake assist loss and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11425467","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the brake pedal had to forcefully be depressed with both feet to slow the vehicle down while coming to a stop. The contact stated that the brake assist warning light was illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11437124","quote_2_text":"I was going in to a turning lane and as I was about to press the brake, I see a service brake assist system and I go to press the brakes and the brakes make a clicking sound and the car would not stop forcing me to take the car off the road onto the grass…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-brake-light-trunk-leak","label":"Third brake light cracking with trunk water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11479150","quote_1_text":"During rain or carwash, water leaks into rear passenger cabin along ceiling. Suspect coming from cracked rear third brake light which is a known Cruze issue that may also cause battery issues. My third brake light has two cracks (one on each side).","quote_2_odi":"11329418","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUES WITH THE 2016+ CHEVY CRUZE MODELS WHERE THE TOP MOUNTED BRAKE LIGHT CRACKS AND WATER LEAKS INTO THE TRUNK UNDER THE SPARE TIRE AND INTO THE BATTERY COMPARTMENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-clutch-pedal-stuck","label":"Clutch pedal sticking to floor on manual transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11494507","quote_1_text":"Chevy Cruze 2017 manual transmission clutch pedal stuck to the floor while driving preventing changing of gears. Was able to lift pedal with toe, but was still not fully able to then depress clutch to get the car in gear. Pumping the pedal helped loosen…","quote_2_odi":"11447761","quote_2_text":"While driving I went to downshift. When I pushed in the clutch it wouldn't go out and I couldn't get the vehicle into any gear. I was driving approx. 65 mph and since the clutch wouldn't disengage I couldn't get the vehicle into any gear and was almost rear ended.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-cyl1-piston-failure","label":"Cylinder 1 misfire and cracked piston engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11599316","quote_1_text":"At just over 70k miles the engine began running rough. Diagnostic showed cylinder 1 pressure issues from cracked piston requiring engine replacement. This vehicle has had all recommend service since owning it.","quote_2_odi":"11376103","quote_2_text":"AT AROUND 57,000 MILES SERVICE STABILITRACK MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON DASHBOARD. NEXT DAY CEL CAME ON. ROUGH IDLING. TOOK IT TO CLOSEST CHEVY DEALER TOLD IT WAS A MISFIRE IN CYLINDER 1. NEW SPARK PLUGS AND COIL PACK. DIDN'T FIX.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11573424","quote_1_text":"Several times during ownership (Bought used in 2021 with 13,000 miles at purchase, currently 35,000 miles on car. Entire instrument cluster including center screen and center console shifter selector goes completely dark. This includes both speedometer indicators.…","quote_2_odi":"11589622","quote_2_text":"Periodically the dash cluster board and information center goes black and will stay blank for about a minute or two and then comes back on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-knock-sensor-failure","label":"Knock sensor failure with reduced power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11469699","quote_1_text":"Faulty knock sensor at 83k miles. First symptoms were slow/jerky acceleration and needing to apply more pressure to the gas pedal to maintain speed, followed by illuminated Check engine light that came on a few days later. The scanner at Autozone pulled the code P0325.…","quote_2_odi":"11477899","quote_2_text":"Have filed an earlier complaint and never heard back. But the engine was stalling and not maintaining speed without heavy acceleration. First week of August 2022 the car finally gave out after diagnosis of faulty knock sensor.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2017-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and underboost","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11690501","quote_1_text":"My turbocharger is failing. My car has 83,000 miles, but had to get a completely new engine at 37,000 miles. So the engine is less than 50,000 miles old. My check engine light has turned on and it’s is the turbo charger.…","quote_2_odi":"11475769","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while idling or while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate while attempting to accelerate. The check engine warning light illuminated and turbocharger under boost message was displayed.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11526657","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle collided with a deer and a guardrail. The vehicle was impacted on the front and rear passenger side and the front of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11342733","quote_2_text":"CAR HIT A DEER AT 50 MPH. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SEE PICTURES OF DAMAGE TO VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11297324","quote_3_text":"LEFT FRONT WHEEL AND AXLE WERE NOT FOUND AT THE SEEN OF THE ACCIDENT LEFT FRONT WAS COMPLETELY GONE. ONLY 4 AIRBAGS OF THE 10 ON BOARD DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto Stop/Start failure to restart at stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11420611","quote_1_text":"Auto Start-Stop failed. I was in heavy traffic in 90 degree heat with the air on max. Stopped at a light so engine turned off. When light turned green I pressed on the gas and my 2018 Chevy Cruz did not start!!","quote_2_odi":"11473711","quote_2_text":"The Auto Start and Stop feature has malfunctioned multiple times. Safety was put at risk due to car stalling at multiple red lights and shutting off while driving down the road. Problem has been reproduced by dealership","quote_3_odi":"11185508","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 60MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. THE DASH WENT COMPLETELY DARK. NO POWER, NO STEERING. DRIFTED TO SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-brake-failure-crash","label":"Brake failure to stop before collision","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11463894","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, his brake warning light had illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11271745","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A REAR END COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION. RATE OF SPEED WAS 40 MPH, AND WHEN BRAKES WERE FIRMLY/HEAVILY APPLIED, THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP, WHICH CAUSED ME TO REAR END THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"11342443","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2018 CRUZE THAT I WAS DRIVING ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY ON TOP OF A MOUNTAIN, THE BRAKES WENT OUT WITH ME AND MY 6 MONTH OLD IN CAR, I WAS ABLE TO GET TO SHOULDER, TOWED TO CHEVY, THEY SAID IT WAS A FAULTY BRAKE PUMP, AND CHARGED ME 500 TO FIX IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-clutch-hydraulic-failure","label":"Clutch pedal sticks to floor from hydraulic failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11650501","quote_1_text":"While sitting at a stop light the hydraulic clutch line failed causing the clutch pedal to stick to the floor. This issue prevents the clutch actuation preventing the the transmission from being disconnected from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11512880","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the clutch pedal remained on the floorboard and failed to disengage. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11360154","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING MY 2018 CHEVY CRUZE I HAD MULTIPLE INSTANCES WHERE THE CLUTCH PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR AND NOT RELEASE, AND THE TRANSMISSION COULD NOT BE SHIFTED INTO GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-cylinder-1-misfire","label":"Cylinder 1 misfire and low compression","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719143","quote_1_text":"The engine experienced internal failure resulting in low compression in cylinder 1. The failure has rendered the vehicle inoperable. The vehicle and engine are currently available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11634068","quote_2_text":"Compression test shows cylinder #1 at about 80 PSI while cylinders 2, 3, and 4 are at 190 PSI. This proves that there is a catastrophic compression leak down into the engine crankcase causing the misfire P0300","quote_3_odi":"11448403","quote_3_text":"Engine performance dropped noticeably, tire pressure system alert lighted, and stability track turned off. Then within a short period of time, some 30 minutes, the engine warning light activity (steady)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-infotainment-brightness-lockup","label":"Infotainment display locked at full brightness at night","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11193176","quote_1_text":"RADIO/INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM DISPLAY GOES FULL BRIGHT EVEN DURING NIGHT AND CANNOT BE DIMMED AND DESTROYS THE DRIVERS NIGHT VISION AND CAN ONLY BE RESET BY STOPPING THE CAR AND CYCLING THROUGH REVERSE, TO ACTIVATE REVERSE CAMERA","quote_2_odi":"11142351","quote_2_text":"2018 DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS ISSUE NIGHT TIME DRIVING THE DISPLAY IS WAY TO BRIGHT. DIMMING LIGHTS WITH DIMMER SWITCH HAS NO RESULTS. DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS IS SO DISTRACTING IT BLINDS OCCUPANTS OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11326302","quote_3_text":"WHEN SHIFTING THE GEARBOX FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR FROM DRIVE TO PARK THE INFOTAINMENT SCREEN WILL GO TO MAXIMUM BRIGHTNESS AND CAN NOT BE DIMMED CAUSING GREATLY REDUCED VISION DURING NIGHT DRIVING SITUATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2018-infotainment-touchscreen-freeze","label":"Infotainment touchscreen frozen on startup screen","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11682291","quote_1_text":"The infotainment touchscreen on my 2018 Chevrolet Cruze has become unresponsive and frozen on the startup warning screen. Because of this, I am unable to access basic functions such as Bluetooth, CarPlay, and Android Auto","quote_2_odi":"11682403","quote_2_text":"I own a 2018 Chevrolet Cruze, and the infotainment touchscreen system has completely frozen with the same error screen that many other Cruze owners have reported online","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2019-brake-failure-hard-pedal","label":"Brake failure requires hard pedal pressure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11451834","quote_1_text":"Brakes on vehicle failed while driving down the freeway, when I needed to slow down to take my exit. Brakes were hard, and would not stop the vehicle. I shifted into neutral, and used the ramp to stop the vehicle. Car is currently at the Wilsonville Chevrolet for repairs. When I","quote_2_odi":"11205754","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS BRAND NEW BROUGHT IT AT 9MILES ON DASH. EXACTLY 2 MONTHS LATER OUTTA NOWHERE THERE WAS THIS GRINDING SOUND WHEN I WOULD BRAKE LIKE THE SOUND OF ROOTERS GRINDING AS IF BRAKES WHERE BAD ,,4 OTHER PEOPLE HEARD AND WITNESSED IT,, I PUMPED BRAKE IT FELT LIKE AND SOUND LIKE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2019-loses-acceleration-power","label":"Vehicle loses acceleration power unexpectedly","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11470576","quote_1_text":"Unknown I purchased this vehicle in 2019 About 2 and half years now. This car engine is malfunctioning. When i am driving uphill the speed is not transitioning and it had caused other vehicles behind me to slow down. Second major problem is during the summer season the speed","quote_2_odi":"11176137","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED IN THE LEFT TURNING LANE ATTEMPTING TO CROSS A HIGHWAY. WHEN I TURNED LEFT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I PRESSED THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN BUT THE CAR WAS CREEPING. I COULD NOT CROSS THE HIGHWAY AND WAS STRUCK IN ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I WAS GIVEN A TICKET FOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2019-transmission-recall-bolts-unrepaired","label":"Transmission recall bolts left unrepaired","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11448961","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that in January of 2021 she had taken her vehicle to the dealer to be repaired due to a recall NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V668000 (Power Train). The contact stated that when she had taken her vehicle to be repaired, the","quote_2_odi":"11573766","quote_2_text":"The bolts on the transmission accumulator needs to be replaced I see an unrepaired recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze","model_slug":"cruze","cluster_id":"cruze-2019-windshield-defroster-fails","label":"Windshield defroster fails leaving fog","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11420973","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated that the front windshield defroster failed to operate properly causing the windshield to remain foggy. The failure caused a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local","quote_2_odi":"11428067","quote_2_text":"Front window defrost loses function/power, where the front window fogs up and can't see road ahead. Vehicle must be fully restarted to re-engage the defrost function. Radio also has the same issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/cruze","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-airbag-deployment-issues","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11494862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze D2. The contact stated that while driving 20-25 MPH, the contact crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11376491","quote_2_text":"IN SEPTEMBER, MY DAUGHTERS 4 SIDE AIRBAGS BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING. SHE WASN'T IN ANY COLLISION OR ACCIDENT, THEY JUST BLEW OUT AND THE PIECE THAT BLEW OUT ON HER SIDE, HIT HER IN THE HEAD TOO","quote_3_odi":"11090457","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I WAS REAR ENDED. WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, LIGHT HAD JUST CHANGED, I PUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL TO ACCELERATE WHEN I WAS HIT FROM BEHIND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-brake-assist-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake pedal hard to press due to vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11340881","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THROUGH THE MOUNTAINS WHEN I HEARD A POP. I WAS GOING DOWN A STEEP HILL AND PICKING UP SPEED AND THE SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST LIGHT CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"11477252","quote_2_text":"Vacume pump failure causing brakes to become very difficult to apply. Pump also brakes inside the valve cover","quote_3_odi":"11266865","quote_3_text":"WAS GETTING READY TO LEAVE THE HOUSE TO GO TO THE STORE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME HARD AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-engine-overheating-coolant-leak","label":"Engine overheating and coolant system leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538069","quote_1_text":"There is currently a recall for Chevrolet Cruzes because of overheating, that is caused by the cooling system and the antifreeze leaking out at the thermostat housing","quote_2_odi":"11252099","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE OVERHEATS ON A REGULAR BASIS. IT WENT IN FOR SERVICE FOR THIS PROBLEM ON 07-03-19, 05-06-19, 11-21-18 & 09-25-18","quote_3_odi":"11297456","quote_3_text":"CAR HAS 66062 MILES SITTING TURNED ON THE CAR HOSES STARTED LEAKING AND THE CAR STARTED SMOKING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11268400","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE GOES INTO AUTO SHUT OFF AT A STOP SIGN OR DURING TRAFFIC JAMS WHERE I AM JUST STOPPED BY MY BRAKE BUT NOT IN PARK IT FAILS TO RESTART AND SHUTS THE ENGINE COMPLETELY OFF","quote_2_odi":"11254830","quote_2_text":"THE PROBLEM INVOLVES THE AUTO STOP/START FEATURE ON MY CAR. WHEN MY CAR IS IN DRIVE, THE BRAKE PETAL IS DEPRESSED, AND COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP, SAID FEATURE WILL ENGAGE AND SHUT THE ENGINE OFF","quote_3_odi":"11222136","quote_3_text":"MY ENGINE WILL JUST SHUT OFF RANDOMLY, WITH NO WARNING AT ALL. I HAVE TOOK IT INTO DEALER BECASE IT WAS STILL COVERED UNTIL POWERTRAIN, OF COURSE THEY FOUND NOTHING AFTER HAVING MY CAR FOR 4 DAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11602979","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Cruze. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the steering wheel pulled to the left forcibly","quote_2_odi":"11075251","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, A GRINDING TYPE NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND MADE THE STEERING WHEEL VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Cruze Limited","model_slug":"cruze-limited","cluster_id":"cruze-2016-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and reduced engine power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11626888","quote_1_text":"The turbo has gone out twice, it was replaced under an extended warranty policy and it has gone out again and is out of warranty, also the plastic intake manifold has gone bad again","quote_2_odi":"11608482","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE AND THE TURBOCHARGER INTERCOOLER HOSE BASICALLY BROKE FROM WHERE THE END OF THE HOSE STARTS AND A LITTLE BIT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE AREA OF THE END PART OF THE HOSE","quote_3_odi":"11184840","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET CRUZE. WHEN DRIVING IN COLD WEATHER, THE TURBO BOOSTER FAILED TO OPERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/cruze-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-abs-traction-control-brake-issues","label":"ABS and traction control brake pedal pulsation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10899452","quote_1_text":"SOUNDS LIKE THE BRAKES GRINDING, STARTS UNSAFE STOPPING DISTANCE AND HAPPENS OUT OF BLUE, I HAVE TO CONSTANTLY KEEP TRYING TO PUSH THE BRAKES SO IT CAN STOP","quote_2_odi":"10620960","quote_2_text":"THE ABS AND T/C LIGHTS COME ON AFTER DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10788640","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP AND THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL SENSOR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-engine-overheating-head-gasket","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11045609","quote_1_text":"3.4L GM POWER PLANT USED IN UNTOLD AMOUNTS OF VEHICLES BLOWING HEAD GASKETS, AND INTAKE GASKETS SINCE 1996","quote_2_odi":"10758594","quote_2_text":"WHEN MY EQUINOX HIT 60,400 MILES IT WAS RUNNING FINE AND AFTER PARKING IT FOR 20 MINUTES IT SUDDENLY RAN HOT WHICH CAUSED THE HEADS TO WARP","quote_3_odi":"10713820","quote_3_text":"I HAVE OWNED A 2006 CHEVY EQUINOX SINCE 2008. WE RECENTLY NOTICED A SWOOSHING FLUID NOISE COMING FROM THE DASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-heater-blend-door-failure","label":"Heater blend door failure causing loss of heat and defrost","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10907412","quote_1_text":"THE HEATING SYSTEM NO LONGER PRODUCES HOT AIR FOR THE HEATER/DEFROSTER. THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AS A BROKEN (DEFECTIVE) CHEAP PLASTIC ARM THAT CONNECTS THE TEMPERATURE BLEND DOOR TO AN ACTUATOR THAT CONTROLS THE AIR BLEND","quote_2_odi":"10643387","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER FAILED TO DEFROST THE WINDOWS","quote_3_odi":"10664213","quote_3_text":"THE HEATER BLEND DOOR IS BROKEN. THE COST OF REPLACING THE DOOR IS $1000 +","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-ignition-switch-electrical-stalling","label":"Ignition switch failure causing unexpected engine stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10871188","quote_1_text":"IGNITION. WHEN KEY IS INSERTED IN IGNITION IT IS VERY DIFFICULT...TAKES A NUMEROUS AMOUNT OF TRIES TO GET IT TO TURN ON","quote_2_odi":"10884824","quote_2_text":"THE KEY IS HANGING UP IN THE IGNITION AFTER TURNING VEHICLE OFF","quote_3_odi":"10873462","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and steering wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10630382","quote_1_text":"TOTAL POWER STEERING FAILURE AT ANY SPEED ,ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10722021","quote_2_text":"I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL TO LEAVE A PARKING LOT AND THE WHEEL SNAPPED IN MY HANDS AND I COULD NOT STEER THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10776555","quote_3_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT AND THE WHEEL LOCKED UP ON ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-subframe-rust-corrosion","label":"Subframe and frame mount rust corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11500833","quote_1_text":"Both front frame mounts that hold the engine suspension crossmember rusted away","quote_2_odi":"11242894","quote_2_text":"THE FRAME IS RUSTING WHERE THE SUBFRAME CONNECT TO THE CAR TO THE POINT WHERE THE SUBFRAME ISN'T REALLY CONNECTED ANYMORE","quote_3_odi":"11699804","quote_3_text":"Subframe rust ? my 2006 chev eq , has only 50, 000 mile on it and the sub frame is rust out ?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2006-water-intrusion-cabin-leak","label":"Water intrusion into cabin from sunroof drain leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":695,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11078836","quote_1_text":"ANY TIME THERE IS RAIN OR GOING THROUGH A CAR WASH MY CAR HAS A LEAK OF WATER THAT COLLECTS IN MY FLOORBOARD","quote_2_odi":"11139042","quote_2_text":"WATER IS FLOODING INTO THE CABIN","quote_3_odi":"11229529","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2006 CHEVROLET EQUINOX AND THE FLOORBOARD IS STAYING WET, LIKE STANDING WATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":784,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11624768","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the engine was consuming one quart of oil every 1,000 miles driven. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had remained illuminated since becoming aware of the oil consumption issue","quote_2_odi":"11536425","quote_2_text":"After taking my vehicle to three repair shops I was advised by the last body shop that there was a bulletin (14159) out in regards to excessive engine oil consumption. The mechanic explained the issues I am having with my car is due to the excessive engine oil consumption. He","quote_3_odi":"11502162","quote_3_text":"High oil consumption. Low oil pressure and reduced engine power light activated. Car could not go more than 2 RPM. Issue continues to persist despite on time oil changes, adding oil as needed, etc","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2010-high-pressure-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":784,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11727348","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light or stop sign, the vehicle experienced severely rough idling before it stalled. The contact believed that the high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) was the cause of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11228775","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. WHILE DRIVING, THE CHECK ENGINE AND STABILITY CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED, AND THE ENGINE WOULD STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FERMAN CHEVROLET (9751 ALAMO DR, TAMPA, FL) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"11196189","quote_3_text":"GAS IN MY OIL CAUSED BY A FAULTY FUEL PUMP. THIS IS CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO RUN POORLY AND CONTINUE TO RUN AFTER THE KEY IS REMOVED. THIS EFFECTS THE VEHICLE WHEN RUNNING PARKED OR RUNNING IN ALL GEAR POSITIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2010-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure with check engine light and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":784,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11560755","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started to make funny noise took to local repair shop and was informed it was the timing chain. Mechanic also told me he has been replacing quit a few on equinox lately","quote_2_odi":"11461200","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for the rear tire inspection, the dealer diagnosed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the timing chain; however, the failure recurred with the","quote_3_odi":"11327990","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE TIMING CHAIN FAILED AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO NO EXCEED 20 MPH WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure or stall with loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":784,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423091","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 20-25 mph, the vehicle stalled with the transmission warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart and was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact","quote_2_odi":"11353759","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE JUST REACHED THE 100K MILE MARK. WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE TRANSMISSION WENT FULLY OUT OF COMMISSION. ALWAYS HAD OUR CHANGED AND ALL REPAIRS DONE AT DEALERSHIP. BRAKES REPLACED AND OIL CHANGED AT 104,976 WITH MULTIPOINT INSPECTION DONE AT DEALERSHIP. NO PROBLEMS REPORTED","quote_3_odi":"11632196","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 25 - 30 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power. No warning lights illuminated. However, after the failure, the low engine power warning message would display. The vehicle was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2010-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor or module failure during operation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":784,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11562565","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact's wife was driving at night while it was raining. The contact stated that after inspecting and","quote_2_odi":"11477712","quote_2_text":"while driving in a rain storm my wipers stopped working. Had to move from 3 lanes of traffic to the side of the road with zero visibility out of my front windshield. Wipers had no power, windshield wiper module failed","quote_3_odi":"11416071","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET EQUINOX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED DURING A HAIL STORM, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE ACTIVATED ON HIGH SETTING HOWEVER, AFTER WIPING UP AND DOWN TWICE, THE WIPERS BECAME INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2011-air-bag-issues","label":"Air bag warning message and deployment issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11624716","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the message to “Service Air Bags” was displayed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11515244","quote_2_text":"Traveling at low speed in driveway. When the side airbags deployed for seemingly no reason. There was no collision, did not run over anything etc","quote_3_odi":"11528602","quote_3_text":"There is a SB-10058723-5799, that addresses airbags. I have a 2011 Chevy Equinox with 94k miles on it. The ‘service airbag’ error stays on the screen. I called Chevy to ask if I can bring vehicle in u","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2011-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11719991","quote_1_text":"Vehicle burns excessive oil. Have to put in a quart weekly. Check engine light comes on for camshaft sensor, they’ve already been replaced 3 times and the light won’t go off","quote_2_odi":"11712022","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. While driving at various speeds, there was a misfire coming from the engine while attempting to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11643435","quote_3_text":"It burns oil excessively Stalls out while driving Stability traction control comes on Timing chain has to be replaced now Fuel pump needs replacement All this happened at same time My cost is 2700.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11637702","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15-20 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There were no warning li","quote_2_odi":"11544392","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a left turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that there wa","quote_3_odi":"11499733","quote_3_text":"Power steering malfunction and stop working while driving. Reported on many of these models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11289150","quote_1_text":"PULLED ONTO A MAIN HIGHWAY, TRAVELING AT TRAFFIC SPEED WHEN TRANSMISSION FAILURE LEFT US IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. HAD TO BE PUSHED OFF THE HIGHWAY,","quote_2_odi":"11324185","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS ABOUT 109,000 MILES AND SUDDENLY, THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING. I FIGURED OUT THAT IT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE IN REVERSE ONLY, SO I M","quote_3_odi":"11316961","quote_3_text":"WITH NO WARNING, THE CAR JUST STOPPED. I HAD NO REVERSE OR FORWARD. I WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY AND YOU COULD TELL IT WAS HESITATING. WENT A FEW MO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2011-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor and assembly failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11714145","quote_1_text":"Wipers have stopped working, have had it repaired twice and they keep quitting","quote_2_odi":"11527613","quote_2_text":"The wipers stopped working on the highway pouring down rain","quote_3_odi":"11501465","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH in the rain, the windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact pulled over and waited until the rain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2012-frame-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and rocker panel corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":682,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11322808","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN FOR AN INSPECTION, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SUBFRAME WAS SEVERELY RUSTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ROCKER PANELS DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11456850","quote_2_text":"The trailing arm bracket rotten through the frame. This is due to premature rusting/rotting of the frame","quote_3_odi":"11414088","quote_3_text":"AFTER TAKING IT TO THE AUTO SHOP THE FRAME AND ROCKER PANELS ARE RUSTED OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS MADE IN CANADA AND I SEEN THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2012-lock-ignition-electrical","label":"Electrical lock and ignition switch malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":682,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11512449","quote_1_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition when I try turning it off","quote_2_odi":"11475763","quote_2_text":"Having problems with the power locks not working, can't lock from the inside driver's door. Door chime goes off with keys out of ignition. Says theft is detected and now the car tries starting on its own without the keys in the ignition","quote_3_odi":"11433391","quote_3_text":"When the alternator stopped working everything on the car locked. The doors locked, the steering wheel locked, the key wouldn't come out of the ignition, the windows wouldn't come up or down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2012-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":682,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527958","quote_1_text":"Eats up oil, no oil leaks, shuts off while driving but will start back up. But it's dangerous when your on the interstate and it quits running and traffic is behind you","quote_2_odi":"11645120","quote_2_text":"Without any type of warning, the motor went in limp mode and wouldn't accelerate over 24 mph and the valves were rattling very loudly. I immediately pulled over and called triple A and got towed to an auto repair shop","quote_3_odi":"11384402","quote_3_text":"GENERAL MOTORS' \"2.4L ECOTEC\" MOTORS ARE KNOWN TO EXHIBIT SEVERE EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, DUE TO FAULTY PISTON RINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":682,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11376088","quote_1_text":"WHEN IN-MOTION AT MY POWER STEERING FAILS, THE WHEEL SEEMS TO GRAB AND MY CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE IS MOMENTARILY NOT IN MY CONTROL","quote_2_odi":"11355521","quote_2_text":"WENT TO DRIVE THE CAR THIS MORNING AND NOTICE THE CAR SAID TO 'SERVICE POWER STEERING'","quote_3_odi":"11331497","quote_3_text":"DRIVING NORMALLY ABOUT 35 MPH ON SUBURBAN ROAD WHEN DASHBOARD SUDDENLY INDICATED \"SERVICE POWER STEERING.\" THE STEERING WHEEL SEEMED TO LOSE ALL POWER ASSISTANCE AND WAS STRENUOUS, EVEN DANGEROUSLY RESISTANT, ESPECIALLY WHEN NEEDING TO TURN IN FRONT OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2012-wiper-linkage-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor and linkage failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":682,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11616436","quote_1_text":"Windshield wipers stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11472495","quote_2_text":"Yesterday I was driving home during a rain storm and my windshield wipers all of a sudden stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11338470","quote_3_text":"WIPERS STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2013-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall or seizure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11598005","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked abnormally, and the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the residence and then the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the timing chain had","quote_2_odi":"11553484","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle started to shake violently before stalling. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. After a visual inspection of the oil dipstick, the contact discovered that the","quote_3_odi":"11592896","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to stop at a stop light, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. The contact was able to place the vehicle in neutral and pulled it over to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2013-oil-consumption-rear-seal","label":"Excessive oil consumption and rear main seal leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11395457","quote_1_text":"FOUND A POOL OF OIL ON THE DRIVEWAY IN THE MORNING, HAD IT TOWED TO A DEALER, TOLD THE MAIN REAR SEAL LET GO, OIL CHANGED AT DEALER 5 DAYS PRIOR FOR AN OIL CONSUMPTION CHECK, BECAUSE OF CONSTANT OIL LOSS, IN THE PAST TWO YEARS","quote_2_odi":"11395634","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE REAR MAIN OIL SEAL ON SEVERAL OF THE VEHICLES FROM 2010-2014 BUT THEY ARE ONLY COVERING REPAIRS FOR CERTAIN VIN NUMBERS. THE SEAL BROKE ON THE ENGINE CAUSING OIL TO LEAK OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THIS LEFT ME STRANDED IN FREEZING COLD TEMPERATURES","quote_3_odi":"11537060","quote_3_text":"There is an oil consumption issue. This car needs oil every other week. It’s burning way to much","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2013-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor or transmission failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11413735","quote_1_text":"WHILE GETTING READY TO LEAVE WORK ONE DAY IT STARTED TO RAIN A BIT, SO I TRIED CUTTING ON MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS AND NOTHING HAPPENED, IT WOULDN'T MOVE AT ALL, SO I TRIED PULLING OVER AND RESTARTING THE CAR AND THEY STILL WOULDN'T WORK","quote_2_odi":"11498551","quote_2_text":"Was driving thru Atlanta at night in a rainstorm and without any warning my passenger side wiper totally quit. The driver side wiper was all I had. I had to cautiously keep driving in the very center of Atlanta","quote_3_odi":"11649602","quote_3_text":"I was driving my car like usual and I almost reached home and my windshield vipers stopped working. I parked my car and checked it and the wipers are not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11469315","quote_1_text":"A service airbag indicator light appeared on my 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The vehicle has under 100k miles and was never involved in an accident. I brought the vehicle into a Chevrolet service center and they advised that the passenger airbag will not deploy in the event of an","quote_2_odi":"11493044","quote_2_text":"The front passenger airbag light beeps even when there is no passenger. The airbag light is now off and shows there is no operable airbag. My vehicle was checked a month ago with no issues but this appears to be ongoing","quote_3_odi":"11516057","quote_3_text":"Warning light is coming on that there is a airbag malfunction and thr airbag needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11570815","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption issue with no warning and no indicator lights. I get regular oil changes and was never told I was ever low on oil. Engine was running with no oil and cause pistons to misfire and vehicle began stalling with my young children in the vehicle. Piston damage has","quote_2_odi":"11677584","quote_2_text":"There are several 2010-2014 Equinox that are having same problem. The oil smells like gas, and it burns through 4 quarts of oil before I hit 3,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11444999","quote_3_text":"My 2014 Equinox is going through engine oil so frequently. I have to put at least a quart in every time I fuel up. My oil light that indicates when I am low on oil never comes on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2014-pcv-rear-main-seal","label":"PCV valve blockage causing rear main seal oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11636263","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH in cold weather, the vehicle was shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the work garage, where the contact noticed that a significant amount of oil had","quote_2_odi":"11510662","quote_2_text":"The dealer service that repaired the vehicle said the positive crank ventilation system (PCV) froze up and there was no where for the pressure to go so it blew out the rear seal. General Motors knows about the problem because they sent out a service bulletin No. 14882","quote_3_odi":"11506013","quote_3_text":"My rear main seal blew out and leaked all my oil out of my engine, due to my PCV being clogged or frozen, causing it to lose power and knock really loud. There was no warning light for the pressure build up or for low oil until it blew out the seal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure causing loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11632358","quote_1_text":"I was driving in busy traffic with no warning signs, no check engine lights when all of a sudden my engine lost power an would not restart. I had to get a tow from Kentucky to Michigan to a near by Mechanic where he ran a boroscope. The timing chain failed which then valves hit","quote_2_odi":"11542924","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound and lost motive power. The contact was able to coast the vehicle to the side of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11492659","quote_3_text":"On October 3rd 2021 I had changed the oil on my car as normal maintenance. On October 30th I had the oil checked again as preventative maintenance since my war was acting up. On November 1, 2021 My car would not start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2014-wiper-module-failure","label":"Windshield wiper module failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11492377","quote_1_text":"On September 12 I was nearly killed due to a windshield wiper malfunction that was unfixed due to a parts shortage. The wiper motor failed in a downpour while I drove on the Interstate surrounded by sem trucks","quote_2_odi":"11466037","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving in the rain the windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact crashed into a tree. There were no reported injuries or fire","quote_3_odi":"11418268","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph in the rain with the front windshield wipers activated, the driver’s and passenger’s side wipers suddenly stopped operating causing a visibility hazard to the driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11560493","quote_1_text":"Car received a front impact and airbags did not deploy despite the alert on the dash saying “service airbags” immediately after collision. Seat belts engaged though","quote_2_odi":"11616586","quote_2_text":"There is a warning to service airbag. I took to dealership there is a recall on thus issue for certain vins, but not mine. They said my sensor under passenger seat is defective and would cost $1800+ to fix","quote_3_odi":"11522344","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on a several occasion, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11601331","quote_1_text":"I have had 4 incidents recently of when coming to a stop the car dies. this has happened at red lights and stop signs. one of the incidents a car almost crashed into the rear of my car because of it dying at a red light","quote_2_odi":"11491567","quote_2_text":"Car stalling when taking off from a stop causing dangerous situations. I had a 2013 of the exact model and it did the same thing. GM has an issue with the intake sensors that needs to be addressed","quote_3_odi":"11659615","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING, AN ERROR CAME ON MY DASHBOARD STATING, \"REDUCED ENGINE POWER\". THE FASTEST I COULD DRIVE WAS 25 MPH, THEN YOU COULDN'T DRIVE AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11667865","quote_1_text":"excessive oil consumption 1qt per 600 miles","quote_2_odi":"11492661","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that a month after having an oil change performed on the vehicle, he noticed that the engine had consumed 2 quarts of oil. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11534379","quote_3_text":"Excessive oil consumption caused engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11652039","quote_1_text":"The vehicle stopped running. We brought it to the mechanic. The mechanic confirmed that it is a high-pressure fuel pump malfunction and a known issue with these vehicles. All the oil has leaked out because of this issue, which could cause a fire","quote_2_odi":"11706104","quote_2_text":"Several days later, the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11675029","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was an abnormal vibration sound coming from the vehicle while accelerating and decelerating with the stability control warning light intermittently illuminated on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-rear-main-seal-pcv","label":"Rear main seal oil loss from clogged PCV system","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11720791","quote_1_text":"According to our mechanic, our vehicle’s PCV system became clogged and it increased the pressure in our engine and caused the car’s rear main seal to rupture, leading to catastrophic oil loss, loss of power to the vehicle, and engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11559243","quote_2_text":"PCV valve failed causing the rear main seal to leak. Vehicle is available for inspection. The potential to be stranded in cold weather","quote_3_odi":"11498905","quote_3_text":"PCV system freezing and plugging resulting in increased pressure causing excessive oil leak and potential engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure with engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11470837","quote_1_text":"Timing chain components went out, causing massive engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11638190","quote_2_text":"The engine's timing chain failed at 73k miles. No explanation on why. I was told even though I do maintenance regularly, it just happens in these vehicle. i now need a new engine not under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11518221","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the abnormal sound had become louder. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2015-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11477561","quote_1_text":"Driving along freeway with wipers on in heavy rain and the wipers just stopped working. I was able to pull over safely but was not able to drive for hours till the rain stopped","quote_2_odi":"11466392","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH during a rainstorm, the windshield wipers stopped functioning. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11502394","quote_3_text":"Front windshield wipers were operating on low setting then suddenly stop midway of the windshield and gets stuck. Tried turning switch on and off. Nothing. Pulled over. Parked. Turned car off and on. Tried switch. Nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-engine-failure-oil-loss","label":"Engine stall and failure after loss of engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11619798","quote_1_text":"Engine consumed all oil and seized up, complete engine failure. We had just had a full synthetic oil change (and regularly did so according to manufacturer recommendations) 2,000 miles prior. This failure was not due to negligence","quote_2_odi":"11622590","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11631926","quote_3_text":"The shop informed us the next day that there was zero oil in the car and our engine had blown. This was extremely shocking to us as we had zero issues prior to this and had our oil and tires changed within the last month","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-exhaust-manifold","label":"Cracked exhaust manifold","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11492657","quote_1_text":"Our 2016 Chevy Equinox LT with the 2.4l engine has a cracked exhaust manifold. This allows exhaust gasses to get into the passenger compartment. I found the problem due to the smell of exhaust gasses and a noisey exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11583881","quote_2_text":"Exhaust manifold cracked leaking dangerous fumes into the cabin","quote_3_odi":"11659501","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud sound coming from the vehicle with a gasoline odor coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption without low-oil warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11735031","quote_1_text":"Around 100,000 miles car started burning through oil. Have to check oil weekly. No warning lights come up when the oil is low","quote_2_odi":"11589076","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil use. After 500 miles on a new oil change oil needs to be added. Usually 1 quart every 500 miles","quote_3_odi":"11521156","quote_3_text":"The engine has consistently burned excessive oil averaging 1 quart per 1,000 miles. The oil low warning light does not detect the low oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-pcv-rear-main-seal","label":"Rear main seal blowout after PCV valve freeze","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11567446","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DURING A SHORT SPELL OF TEMPERTAURES AROUND 0 DEGREES THE REAR MAIN SEAL ON THE ENGINE BLEW OUT. THIS WAS DUE TO CONDENSATION FREEZING IN PVC PORT OF ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11499240","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined that the PCV valve was clogged due to the cold weather. The clogged PCV valve caused the rear main seal to fail","quote_3_odi":"11566805","quote_3_text":"I had the car towed to the nearest Chevy dealer and they said that the PVC port froze which created crankcase pressure and blew out the rear main seal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-timing-chain","label":"Timing chain failure with stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11568706","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed the local mechanic who diagnosed that the timing chain had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11583880","quote_2_text":"Timing chain tensioner broke. Fortunately, my wife stopped driving it so the engine didn't blow up","quote_3_odi":"11615506","quote_3_text":"Timing chain issue same as 2015 and earlier current recalls. Happened aroun 68,000 miles. May stall pulling out from stop light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2016-wiper-linkage","label":"Windshield wiper linkage failure in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11629534","quote_1_text":"During a snow storm the windshield wipers quit working. After troubleshooting, the short wiper linkage arm was disconnected. This was due to the plastic bushing popped off the ball stud. This part does not have a clip for retention","quote_2_odi":"11616972","quote_2_text":"Safety was put at risk, as wipers stopped working while driving in heavy rain, causing severe lack of visibility. Problem is in ongoing, as wipers suddenly stopped and no longer work, as bushing came apart","quote_3_odi":"11526528","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 55 MPH in inclement weather, the windshield wipers became inoperable. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712450","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle collided with a deer","quote_2_odi":"11569239","quote_2_text":"Was in an accident, where my front bumper was hit going about 60 and air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11456097","quote_3_text":"At approximately 2123 hours, we came over a slight hill and hit a cow at 70 miles an hour on state Highway 95 between Academy, Texas and Temple, Texas. Our airbags did not deploy and my seatbelt malfunctioned as I hit my head on dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666024","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 5 quarts of oil for every 2,000 miles driven","quote_2_odi":"11487920","quote_2_text":"Per Mechanic my engine is burning through oil. When I went in for an oil change I was told I only had 1 quart left. I was informed this was a common issue with these engines at this time","quote_3_odi":"11448575","quote_3_text":"Excessive oil consumption. My car started burning oil even though I get frequent oil changes and now my engine is blown","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2017-exhaust-fumes-cabin","label":"Exhaust fumes entering the cabin","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11526982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle with the air condition activated, there was an abnormal exhaust fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11566457","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Chevrolet Equinox has a cracked exhaust manifold which is causing fumes smell of gas and oil burning and the engine smoking profusely and inside the car","quote_3_odi":"11700629","quote_3_text":"Twice the exhaust has leaked into the cabin to the point where it is very noticeable. It causes headaches and breathing problems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2017-pcv-rear-main-seal-failure","label":"PCV valve freeze causing rear main seal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11637807","quote_2_text":"On 1/5/25, the rear main seal ruptured due to a known issue in the vehicle's PVC system, causing severe oil loss, potential catastrophic damage to the engine, loss of power, possible accident and/or injury","quote_3_odi":"11499116","quote_3_text":"After looking at it they called me and said that the PCV had gotten clogged with ice, therefore causing pressure buildup and blowing out the rear main seal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2017-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11522162","quote_1_text":"Driving home in the rain. Windshield wiper stopped working randomly everything I read online is that there is no recall for my year of car but for 2013 and 2014 for windshield wiper transmission arm linkage","quote_2_odi":"11515436","quote_2_text":"This complaint is related to a letter I received from GM notifying me that there is the POTENTIAL for failure of the front windshield wipers due to failure of the wiper ball joints","quote_3_odi":"11499930","quote_3_text":"The windshield wipers have abruptly stopped working numerous times within the past two years. When met with little resistance, such as normal precipitation, the motor stops working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-hard-pedal","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11755192","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed, the brake pedal suddenly became completely rigid and could not be depressed. The engine continued running normally, there were no warning lights, and I had to coast into a parking lot because I was unable to brake normally","quote_2_odi":"11681590","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the Service Brake Assist warning light illuminated, and the brake pedal became difficult to depress. The contact exited the first available exit and coasted to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11611689","quote_3_text":"Was parking and the brake went hard without warning. Using both legs pressing as hard as I could, but the brakes would not work. Had to tow this to a repair shop - No warning light at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-driveshaft-fracture","label":"Driveshaft fracture while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11535592","quote_1_text":"While accelerating on an onramp, the rear driveshaft, where it connects to the transmission, just disconnected","quote_2_odi":"11503305","quote_2_text":"On December 26th, unexpectedly, my driveshaft snapped in two. My car was in \"all wheel drive\" mode as I pulled out of a parking lot onto the road","quote_3_odi":"11720483","quote_3_text":"She pulled out onto the highway and while accelerating she heard a loud thumping noise under the car. When she stopped and looked under the car, the driveshaft was broke in half","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-fuel-injector-leak","label":"Fuel injector and fuel pump leaks with fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11707454","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vents while driving 45 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Advance Auto, where the contact was informed that there was a fuel leak, which could cause fire","quote_2_odi":"11659245","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and the contact was informed that all four fuel injectors were damaged and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11716731","quote_3_text":"For the 4th time since November 2025, my vehicle has shut off while driving and there was a severe gas smell. Check engine and traction control lights on dash. So far the turbo booster and fuel injector have been replaced but the issue keeps happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-reduced-engine-power-turbo","label":"Engine Power Reduced message with turbocharger fault","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11630084","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the \"Engine Power Reduced\" message was displayed on the instrument panel and the vehicle unintentionally went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11685025","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the turbo charger failed to operate as designed, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_3_odi":"11631797","quote_3_text":"This complaint I'm filing for Turbocharger/Supercharger A under boost condition (P0299) with my daughters 2018 Chevy Equinox","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-shift-to-park-electrical","label":"Shift-to-park message with battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11463652","quote_1_text":"The issue is the harness, solenoid, or sensor in the gear selector assembly is faulty and when trying to put the vehicle in park, the vehicle thinks it is NOT in park when it IS","quote_2_odi":"11627477","quote_2_text":"My car alerts shift to park when it is already parked and will not shut off. The battery has to be disconnected to turn the car off","quote_3_odi":"11496563","quote_3_text":"The contact turned off the vehicle and the vehicle failed to restart. The electrical systems in the vehicle turned on and off and the doors were locking and unlocking independently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leaks into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11570953","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that moisture was leaking from the panoramic sunroof. On multiple occasions, the contact stated that the floor of the vehicle was soaked with moisture upon entering the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11523382","quote_2_text":"The sunroof has a major leak, flowing through the fuze box and filling up the spare tire well and soaking all the carpets","quote_3_odi":"11551825","quote_3_text":"The sun roof shade is inoperable. The sunshade retracts, but does not go back into the roof so the whole shade hangs down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11721679","quote_1_text":"Automatic transmission slips and shutters/shakes when accelerating and going from a complete stop. Vehicle is not drivable long distances as the issue gets worse as the car heats up. No codes or sensors are indicating a problem","quote_2_odi":"11753336","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was slipping and shifted hard. Additionally, while on an incline, the vehicle failed to get up to speed","quote_3_odi":"11545615","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2018-vacuum-pump-engine-debris","label":"Vacuum pump debris in engine and camshaft damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11737960","quote_1_text":"A tow was called and brought to the nearest Chevrolet service center (Nels Gunderson Chevrolet), where they confirmed the brake booster vacuum pump failed (exploded) and sent shrapnel into the camshaft, noting that both would need to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11626887","quote_2_text":"Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was discovered that the vacuum pump had damaged the cam shaft, causing the cam shaft to explode, releasing particles into the engine long block","quote_3_odi":"11594775","quote_3_text":"We discovered later that the vacuum pump responsible for the brake assist failed in catastrophic fashion. It not only failed but deposited numerous metal fragments in the crank case","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734827","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy at all on passenger side after collision with a utility pole. Once vehicle stopped drivers side air bag was release but did not deploy the way it should to prevent injury. SUV was totaled per insurance company due to extensive damage on passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11711379","quote_2_text":"The contact's boyfriend owns a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and decelerating to 50 MPH to switch lanes, the vehicle drove over an icy road surface and spun. The contact attempted to turn the wheel and depressed the brake pedal; however…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-fuel-system-leak-pump","label":"Fuel tank leak and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742004","quote_1_text":"The Fuel Pump Control Module (FPCM) connector corroded and disabled the fuel pump system. My car's fuel system failed while driving, and I had to pull over. After further research, I found that this particular FPCM and connector are located by the rear passenger axle and are…","quote_2_odi":"11713210","quote_2_text":"Could smell gas, looked under car saw gas dripping on driveway, coming from area where fuel tank is located, looks like it is coming from top of tank. Gas seems to leak only when tank is full and the outside temperature is cold ,below 20 degrees.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-power-seat-recline","label":"Power driver seat recline failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696270","quote_1_text":"In the 2019 equinox the power driver seat reclined completely on its own and will not sit back up. All other functions work on the seat.","quote_2_odi":"11716011","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Chevy Equinox, LT model has experienced issues where the seat will no longer recline. Seat that raises but won't recline is likely caused by a faulty seat control switch, a jammed recline actuator/gear, or a broken wire, rather than a blown fuse.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-reduced-engine-power-turbo","label":"Reduced engine power and turbo charge-pipe","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11716010","quote_1_text":"A \"Reduced Engine Power\" warning in a 2019 Chevrolet Equinox LT usually indicates the car has entered \"limp mode\" to protect the engine, most commonly caused by a dirty/faulty throttle body, loose Charge Air Cooler (CAC) tube, or sensor issues (MAF/TPS). Common codes include…","quote_2_odi":"11691072","quote_2_text":"Charge pipe/air intake hose came disconnected when driving causing reduced engine and idle problems. Car stalled multiple times at idle. Higher rpm's cause hose to disconnect.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736777","quote_1_text":"The transmission system failed abruptly. I pulled away from a stoplight, had accelerated to 20-25 mph, and then the car came to a sudden stop, as if someone had put on an emergency brake. It continued to act as if the brake was on when I tried to go forward or reverse. I put it…","quote_2_odi":"11663850","quote_2_text":"Symptoms were poor gas mileage, highly rough idle (especially in DRIVE, while at a stop), lag in acceleration as well as delayed response to gas pedal depression, struggled take off from an incline while utilizing AC on high output. Diagnosed by a code reader with confirmation…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2019-vacuum-pump-brake-assist","label":"Vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 289 total)","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737135","quote_1_text":"Vacuum pump failed: On May 28th, 2025 the brake pedal on our 2019 Chevrolet Equinox became very hard along with check engine light, a \"Reduced Power\" notification, and \"Brake Assist Failure\" notification. After a mechanic inspected the engine, he found that the vacuum pump had…","quote_2_odi":"11638398","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the freeway way and during rush hour at 65 miles per hour the brakes completely stoppped working the peddle wouldn't press I had to swerve to avoid an accident and slowly exited the freeway when it was safe to coast over from the number one lane to the exit.…","quote_3_odi":"11623959","quote_3_text":"I was driving down a driveway with a slight incline. I pressed the brakes and they were very hard to press and vehicle would not stop until I collided with a wall. This is the fourth time that this has happened in the last two years. Each time it has been the brake booster…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2020-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)","source_complaint_count":281,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740098","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced an almost total loss of braking capability. The pedal was very hard to press, and when pressing with all my weight, I could slow the vehicle to a stop, but it took a great distance. There was no warning or malfunction indicator until I…","quote_2_odi":"11695124","quote_2_text":"Brake vacuum pump has failed. my brake pedal I had to put my full weight on to stop my car. I almost crashed into the person in front of me. It was my full weight and all the way to the ground in my car wasn’t stopping.","quote_3_odi":"11700994","quote_3_text":"The power brake booster failed suddenly causing the brake petal to become hard. Almost caused an accident as I suddenly lost the ability to brake. There was no warning prior to the failure. After the failure a service warning for brake assist appeared. The vehicle was been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2020-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)","source_complaint_count":281,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734135","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a vehicle fire involving a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox [XXX] ). The fire originated in the engine compartment. The official fire report lists the causes as \"undetermined\", with the area of origin identified under the hood. There were no prior warning lights, mechanical…","quote_2_odi":"11672344","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the instrument panel lights became dim/flicker, and the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact mentioned she pulled over to the right…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2020-reduced-engine-power-turbo","label":"Reduced engine power and turbocharger faults","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)","source_complaint_count":281,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11698912","quote_1_text":"The Engine Power Reduced Sensor came on and the gas pedal was hard to push so we took the car to a Chevy Dealership. We were told the code po299 was showing and that the turbo needs to be replaced ($4000). This is a VERY common problem and Chevy even acknowledges that but they…","quote_2_odi":"11698633","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The message “Reduced Engine Power” was displayed. The vehicle did not require a restart to resume…","quote_3_odi":"11714896","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving approximately 58 MPH, the message “Engine Power Reduced” was displayed, and the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 30 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the nearest exit and to the nearest gas station…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2020-stalling-fuel-pump","label":"Stalling and fuel pump control module failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)","source_complaint_count":281,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11731496","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power and failed to properly accelerate. Additionally, the check engine warning light illuminated before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to…","quote_2_odi":"11690172","quote_2_text":"In the middle of rush hour traffic and my car just stopped and wouldn't start. After having it towed to the closest auto repair shop I was advised that the Fuel Pump Module was bad and needed to be replaced. Cheverolet was aware of this defect which is why they recalled it in…","quote_3_odi":"11660352","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated while his son was driving 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The contact's son was able to coast to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission replacement and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 281 total)","source_complaint_count":281,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11715208","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that after coming to a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the front wheel drive transmission…","quote_2_odi":"11715412","quote_2_text":"Vehicle lacked power to accelerate. Took vehicle to Christian Brothers Automotive where it was diagnosed with a bad transmission, Christian Brothers replaced the transmission.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-brake-booster-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster and vacuum pump loss of braking assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742151","quote_1_text":"I was driving in GA and my low engine power light came on and I lost complete ability to brake.  The brake pedal was hard and would not go down.  I towed my car to Jim Ellis Chevrolet in Atlanta.  They called a few days later and told me I needed extensive engine repairs that…","quote_2_odi":"11473308","quote_2_text":"Was driving 75mph on interstate and had to brake for car in front of me and had ZERO brake assist. Pedal was extremely hard to push and almost no braking power for vehicle. Vehicle has only 32,450 miles on it. Braking assist never returned and had to get vehicle in for service","quote_3_odi":"11495225","quote_3_text":"2021 Chevy equinox vacuum pump failed causing the breaking to become impossible to use while operating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-drivetrain-vibration-halfshaft","label":"Front half shaft and driveshaft vibration or wobble","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11693524","quote_1_text":"while driving at speeds between 30 and 50 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started wobbling and vibrating severely. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the front half shaft was faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11544483","quote_2_text":"while driving 20 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the front of the vehicle shuddered significantly, and the vehicle hesitated to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that…","quote_3_odi":"11616126","quote_3_text":"There is a vibration  and wobble upon acceleration.   This issue has been confirmed by an independent service center.  It is not an issue with the tires. GM has a service bulletin on the front axles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-electrical-infotainment-audio","label":"Electrical system and infotainment audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11570610","quote_1_text":"Computer system failed on multiple occasions since we purchased the vehicle NEW. The first time, the entire touch screen display went black and could not control the climate or radio, second time the touch screen display was not showing that it was not attached to the GPS, no…","quote_2_odi":"11684892","quote_2_text":"My audio quit, no sound for warning indicator, no radio audio, or onstar audio. Can't here anyone speaking when using phone,  though the receiving party can her me speak to them","quote_3_odi":"11744599","quote_3_text":"I have no sound at all no turn signals, no seat belt no nothing, had Chevy in leesburg tell me I need an update did that and being told to replace radio and amplifier","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-engine-failure-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and total engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751317","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel pump seized, shattering the camshaft, dropping metal fragments into the cylinders causing total engine failure. GM issued a safety recall for certain 2021-2022 Chevy equinox due to a defective fuel pump modules but it was not accurate","quote_2_odi":"11749103","quote_2_text":"while driving at an undisclosed speed on a busy highway, the engine seized, and the vehicle failed to restart. No warning lights were illuminated. The local Police assisted in pushing the vehicle onto the shoulder of the road. A mobile mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with a…","quote_3_odi":"11663253","quote_3_text":"While driving, the car started making a whining sound on acceleration.  As I was driving up my street the car went into limp mode and shut down, only allowing enough time to park.  If this had happened on a main road or freeway it could have caused an accident due to the sudden…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump module flow failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756705","quote_1_text":"My vehicle exhibits symptoms that match NHTSA Recall Campaign 23V-013 / GM Campaign N222372310 (Inadequate Fuel Pump Flow). However, when checking my VIN, GM indicates my vehicle is currently excluded from the official recall population. My car hesitates to accelerate on the…","quote_2_odi":"11718722","quote_2_text":"while driving 35-40 MPH in traffic, the vehicle stalled, and the power steering and brakes became inoperable. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road. The vehicle was restarted after a long while. The failure recurred…","quote_3_odi":"11684732","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while restarting. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt inertia locking mechanism failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735095","quote_1_text":"It appears that both driver's and passenger's inertia locking mechanism are defective. They do not lock keeping driver and passenger from going forward into dashboard. I had to make sudden stop the other day, and wife (passenger) went flying into the dashboard and hit her head","quote_2_odi":"11524829","quote_2_text":"while approaching a stop light, the vehicle behind the contact was rear-ended by another vehicle causing the vehicle behind the contact to rear-end the contact’s vehicle, causing minor damages. The contact stated that the vehicle behind the contact had major damages. When the…","quote_3_odi":"11543999","quote_3_text":"while driving approximately 30-35 mph, he made a right turn going across an intersection and collided with a 2012 Ford Focus. The brakes were applied, but the response was too slow. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags deployed. The vehicle was filled with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-turbo-intercooler-cold-weather","label":"Turbocharger and charge air cooler failure in cold weather","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11442734","quote_1_text":"All of the sudden a warning came on.  The engine power is reduced mode came on and I went from highway speed to 30 mph instantly.  I barely got home.  I was terrified and the car would hardly go.   Very dangerous.  After much research because no dealer could get us in ( three…","quote_2_odi":"11715650","quote_2_text":"while driving at 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and was able to restart the vehicle. The contact resumed driving, but the vehicle failed to exceed 55 MPH on the Expressway.…","quote_3_odi":"11720694","quote_3_text":"The check engine light came on and the engine lowered performance because the intercooler froze and cracked. Despite there being a service update to stop that from happening, we were never informed of the update from Chevy, only once it had happened did they tell us about the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2021-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion and interior mold accumulation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11686662","quote_1_text":"while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, water accumulated on the front seats floor mats and on the second-row floor mats. Upon inspection, the contact found potential white mold under the seats. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was…","quote_2_odi":"11601034","quote_2_text":"I purchased this vehicle 3 months ago and it had a terrible smell and still does. When I got the car home I started cleaning and seen mold under the weather mats. 1 month after purchase the sun roof and sun shade stopped working. The smell got worse and I noticed every time it…","quote_3_odi":"11611812","quote_3_text":"Water leaks into the rear of the vehicle from The shark fin (I am told from the dealership GM I purchased the car from).  It has however now entered into the fuse box and is getting fuses wet which IS a safety issue if they were to short while driving in a rainstorm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752885","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2022 Chevrolet Equinox LT, at approximately 20 mph, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete engine failure. The engine completely shut off while the vehicle was actively in motion, causing a severe and immediate safety hazard as I lost power assistance in…","quote_2_odi":"11607343","quote_2_text":"While driving along the road the engine suddenly, without warning shut down. My wife and I were left stranded in the travel lane of the road. The fuel tank had about 3/4 of a tank of gas in it. The engine would not start. When the engine quit, we did not have any control of the…","quote_3_odi":"11535316","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENT SUDDEN LOSS OF  ENGINE POWER,  BUCKING, SPUTTERING OF ENGINE WITH OR WITHOUT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT,  COULD BE REAR ENDED ON EXPRESSWAY AS VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY DECELERATE WITHOUT BRAKING AS NO FUEL GETTING TO ENGINE AND IN GEAR.   ONSTAR HAS CONFIRMED ENGINE CODES.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment system failure disabling rearview camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743744","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after the manufacturer performed an over-the-air (OTA) update to the OnStar system, the radio module and infotainment system became inoperable, rendering the rearview camera and the OnStar system inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who…","quote_2_odi":"11690597","quote_2_text":"The infotainment center failed completely and does not power on. Because of this failure, I cannot see the front, rear, or side cameras, and there are no audible warning sounds for parking, lane safety, or seat belt alerts. Essentially, none of the safety features connected to…","quote_3_odi":"11500011","quote_3_text":"The Infotainment/Radio display goes blank or only shows random lines.  This problem continues to happen several times per week.  When this occurs, the Back up camera does not work which I believe violates FMVSS 208.  The vehicle has been taken to the Dealership twice and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11590343","quote_1_text":"DRIVING 60 MILES PER HOUR, ON [XXX] IN WALPOLE MASSACHUSETTS THE POWER STEERING FAILED OF OUR 5 MONTH OLD CHEVY EQUINOX.  I WAS UNABLE TO TURN WITH THE CURVED ROAD. I  PRESSED BRAKES AS HARD AS I COULD, HIT GUARD RAIL. DASH BOARD ILLUMINATED \"SERVICE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH…","quote_2_odi":"11524420","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn and became stiff. The contact attempted to turn to the left for a curve however the steering wheel failed to turn to the left. The \"power steering service drive with care\" warning message was…","quote_3_odi":"11539806","quote_3_text":"vehicle crashed 3/8/23 driving south on rt 95 in sharon ma. power steering failed causing vehicle to crash into guard rail. traffic was moderate on all 3 lanes and appoching vehicles avoided multiple crashes. ma state police arrived & driver taken to mass general hospital","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11506410","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded without impact. There was a hole detected in the glass. There were no reported injuries. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and it was determined that the sunroof assembly needed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11515334","quote_2_text":"JUST LEFT A TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. THOUGHT IT WAS A BLOWOUT THE SECOND IT HAPPENED BUT SOON REALIZED IT WAS THE GLASS ABOVE ME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-transmission-shift-to-park","label":"Transmission shift-to-park malfunction and uncommanded movement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651320","quote_1_text":"Since then, my car had to be towed twice for the infamous shift to park issue. Both times, I was left without a car for over a week. When the shift to park issue happens, the car cannot be turned off. Both times this issue happened, the dealership had to unplug the battery…","quote_2_odi":"11490746","quote_2_text":"Transmission malfunctioned without warning at approx. 4,700 miles. Upon starting the vehicle multiple warnings went off and vehicle could not be shifted into any position; when attempting to put vehicle back in to Park, would not recognize that it was in Park so the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2022-turbo-cac-moisture-power-loss","label":"Turbocharged engine power loss from charge air cooler moisture","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560670","quote_1_text":"When driving in heavy rain / humidity for length of time -  I experience the car feeling like it is going to stall- not accelerating when pushing on the gas and jerking.  Some times the engine light flashes when this occurs.  Per the dealer it is due to an engine misfire - that…","quote_2_odi":"11714585","quote_2_text":"Codes p2227 and code p0299 are coming up machine says this is a known issue with 2021 to 2023 Chevy equinox and there is a lot of water in intake and engine is in limp mode 1.5L engine, are known to experience issues with moisture accumulation in the intake system, specifically…","quote_3_odi":"11653184","quote_3_text":"Winter of 2023/early 2024- during very cold period, I was on the freeway where it is 70 mph, and received a warning of a power train underboost- car said low power mode. It was caused by water accumulating and freezing. According to the Cheverolet bulletin, it was a known issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728894","quote_1_text":"On January 21, 2026 i was involved in a car accident with a tractor in which the tractor collided with my passenger front side of my car causing me to slide into corn field causing the total destruction of my vehicle. None of my airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11553980","quote_2_text":"Front impact crash with two deer, rear seatbelt came unlatched causing car seat to fly into the front seat and the front seat belt did not lock nor did the airbags go off. No sensors alerted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss and ABS/ESC warning illumination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563792","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard and the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop. The check engine, ABS, and traction control warning lights appeared on the instrument panel. Despite the failure, the contact managed to coast…","quote_2_odi":"11566977","quote_2_text":"TOTAL LOSS OF BRAKES. PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR ON DOWN HILL GRADE. GOT VEHICLE STOPPED. 8600 MILES ON VEHICLE. WE ARE WAITING FOR BACK ORDERED PART. A MONTH WAIT TILL AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11631695","quote_3_text":"Entering a freeway off-ramp at about 65 mph, I depressed the brakes and the brake pedal went to the floor with little resistance. Two error messages were displayed on the dashboard: \"Brake System Failure - 62 MPH Top Speed\" and \"Service ESC\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11509281","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine, ECM, and traction control warning lights illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate above 60 MPH, with the accelerator pedal depressed to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11719731","quote_2_text":"I can be driving at speeds up to 40 -60mph. The car will just shut down on high way, putting not only myself but children at risk of a crash. The car will start reduced power engine, and the engine will start to stall and completely shut down","quote_3_odi":"11554576","quote_3_text":"Vehicle doesn't start all the time. Also has shut down when driving.everything shuts down.then it will start back up in about a minute or two. Had it at dealer and the can't find any problems or codes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-flat-tow-brake-lockup","label":"Tire/brake lockup during flat towing on curved ramps","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550019","quote_1_text":"While four wheel down towing my 2023 Equinox behind my motorhome, under certain road conditions, the tires can be heard squealing and burnt rubber can be seen and smelt.  I put a camera in the car to record the event and during the described events the steering wheel can be seen…","quote_2_odi":"11550805","quote_2_text":"when flat towing the Equinox behind a motorhome through turns such as cloverleaf offramp of freeways that have a banked side to the turn the brakes on the car lock and the car loses traction and slides.  The Equinox tires make a loud screeching noise and the smell of burning…","quote_3_odi":"11543586","quote_3_text":"2023 Equinox tires lock up on cloverleaf on/off ramps when being flat towed behind a motorhome. The safety concern has occurred several times on cloverleaf on/off ramps. Proper procedures for flat towing per GM user manual do not resolve the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726263","quote_1_text":"My Equinox completely stopped functioning in the middle of a major intersection as I was making a left turn during 5pm traffic. I was able to push the car out of the intersection with the help of other drivers (they had to exit their vehicles to assist) and the car restarted","quote_2_odi":"11574474","quote_2_text":"This is fleet vehicle.  Driver was traveling on the freeway at approximately 70MPH.  The vehicle began to slow down and warning light came on.  Vehicle would not exceed 35 MPH.  Diagnosis provided by Courtesy Chevy - Malfunctioning fuel pump.  Part has been on back order since…","quote_3_odi":"11658604","quote_3_text":"my vehicle suddenly stopped at a speed of 55 miles on [XXX]  in Miami and the car dashboard showed a lack of gasoline power that the gas pump stopped working, braking the car abruptly and with a high risk that a vehicle could collide with me at high speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-transmission-vibration","label":"Transmission vibration and torque converter slippage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697136","quote_1_text":"My car has a vibration, I went to the dealer after one week of buying it, they first told me it has a learning transmission and after it learns how I drive it will go away. I later found out there is not such thing, the vibration at first was at slow speeds 30 t0 40 mph","quote_2_odi":"11507636","quote_2_text":"Getting vibration and loud noise at 35 to 40 mph since taking delivery. Have contacted dealership and they are waiting for GM to respond. I have seen similar complaints about drive line and drive axle complaints for earlier model year Chevrolet equinox","quote_3_odi":"11749947","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Equinox RS losses power during quick acceleration for lane changes or passing. It will also lose power during some turns at normal speed. It will also accelerate and deaccelerate at a low speed making it feel like the gears are slipping","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2023-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into rear passenger compartment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622594","quote_1_text":"Water leak flooding the rear passenger compartment floor and the rear spare tire well. The water appears to be entering at the rear pillars. On the left rear leak, it is entering the fuse panel. The right rear leaks by the power outlet","quote_2_odi":"11569797","quote_2_text":"We bought the car in July 2023. We had it for a month then it started to smell like mildew and mold. It permeated into our clothes. We took it to the dealership and they had the car for about two months","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to slow vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672537","quote_1_text":"There have been about 5 times that the brakes fail. Pushing the brake does nothing car just keeps rolling. Once I can get the car to stop and shut it down and restart the brakes once again work","quote_2_odi":"11629942","quote_2_text":"My wife and I deliver meals on wheels in the Georgia Appalachian mountains every day. There are hundreds of curves on our route","quote_3_odi":"11615175","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the brake pedal depressed the floorboard without warning and failed to slow down as needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-dashboard-glare","label":"Dashboard glare obscuring windshield visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720853","quote_1_text":"Can hardly see out windshield on sunny days","quote_2_odi":"11718324","quote_2_text":"There is a very strong reflection on the windshield from the materials that make up the dashboard. It can occur in bright sun but also on bright cloudy days","quote_3_odi":"11707351","quote_3_text":"excessive dashboard glare restricted clear vision of road and associated pedestrians and other vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688945","quote_1_text":"18,000 miles fuel pump requires replacement","quote_2_odi":"11642460","quote_2_text":"I pulled in to traffic on busy road, car quit. I almost got hit. The Fuel Pump Control Module was replaced on warrantee but I understand this has been an ongoing problem. Car had 800 miles. My wife is now afraid to drive it","quote_3_odi":"11722544","quote_3_text":"September 2025, January 2026 and March 2026 on the freeway heading into the caldecut tunnel and the car jerked check engine light came on and the engine went into reduced engine power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-infotainment-freeze","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652982","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s infotainment system is critically malfunctioning and poses a serious safety threat. The issue has persisted despite four service attempts, and GM refuses to repair it","quote_2_odi":"11618997","quote_2_text":"Intermittently, when you start the car, the computer or infotainment system does not work properly","quote_3_odi":"11722420","quote_3_text":"Intella beam system turns off while driving. Radio and lights won't shut off when car is turned off. Crash detection comes on when nothing is in front of you. Dash is blank when starting the vehicle. On star not connecting and then won't turn off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730827","quote_1_text":"Vehicle suddenly brakes aggressively for no reason ! Blue sky no weather events no obstructions ! It also happens I reverse!!! At 60 mph I 4 lanes it’s not fun!!!!!!","quote_2_odi":"11718504","quote_2_text":"The AEB feature is very sensitive and has often activated when there was no good reason. For instance, it has activated a few times while moving slowly in heavy traffic","quote_3_odi":"11625832","quote_3_text":"I manage a fleet of 12 of these vehicles for a Veterans Affairs hospital. I have had numerous complaints from the drivers about how distracting and invasive these systems are for the drivers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-tire-blowout","label":"Tire tread wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696317","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Crosscontact RX, Tire Size: 275/40/R21, DOT Number: IVY03HFMJ0224","quote_2_odi":"11685320","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Equinox equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Kinergy GT, Tire Size: 235/50/R19, DOT Number 00T231BH03623","quote_3_odi":"11645409","quote_3_text":"Tire blow and lost control hit the tree","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2024-transmission-judder","label":"Transmission judder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746617","quote_1_text":"The transmission lurches and shakes violently when under pressure such as times when trying to accelerate onto a highway","quote_2_odi":"11700867","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Equinox was returned to the dealership on approximately October 1, 2025, due to a check engine light related to the torque converter","quote_3_odi":"11664722","quote_3_text":"Traveling on the highway with a speed limit of 70 mph. Vehicle would not accelerate above 35 mph resulting in the potential to be rear ended and cause an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and display blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11652702","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Chevrolet Equinox, both the digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen suddenly turned off without warning. This blackout lasted for several seconds before both systems rebooted and returned to normal","quote_2_odi":"11728462","quote_2_text":"On four occasions while operating the vehicle down the roadway the dash screen and infotainment / vehicle information displays all have went dark off and reset causing disruption to vital information","quote_3_odi":"11724232","quote_3_text":"The illuminated dashboard, center control console, and headlights suddenly turned off while the vehicle was in motion during a dark night. The blackout lasted approximately 10 seconds and I was unable to see to keep the vehicle on the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-high-voltage-warning","label":"Service High Voltage System warning display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11731500","quote_1_text":"I was driving my car and a \"service high voltage battery\" message appeared on the screen and a message to reduce charging the car to 68%. The message coincided with the car having no cabin heat and no ability to defrost the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11732787","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the high-voltage system message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where an unknown diagnostic test and repair were performed on the computer, but the failure recurred","quote_3_odi":"11733418","quote_3_text":"For the second time the service high voltage system warning has came on first time it was updated the dealership said now it’s back on again A/C not working properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11736394","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated to 10 MPH with no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11744154","quote_2_text":"The vehicle lost acceleration/propulsion while traveling at highway speed on a major bridge with limited safe shoulder space. The vehicle suddenly stopped providing power needed to maintain speed in fast-moving traffic","quote_3_odi":"11712725","quote_3_text":"While driving my Equinoix EV I lost propulsion and the dashboard started flashing. I could coast to curb lane. When fully stopped I turned the car off and on again and propulsion resumed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-pcv-check-engine-light","label":"Check engine light with crankcase ventilation sensor code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733565","quote_1_text":"This is a 2025 vehicle with 25,000 miles and the Check Engine Soon light stays illuminated due to a faulty PCV Valve or possibly a poorly designed crankcase. The engine code is P04FB and is commonly found as an issue when you do a search","quote_2_odi":"11732662","quote_2_text":"wiring harness on PCV Valve causes check engine light to come on as soon as it rains or gets wet. Dealer has tried multiple times to fix issue to no avail. The parts are on national back order and they can not get them","quote_3_odi":"11672197","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed, and contact was provided DTC: P04FB (Crankcase Ventilation Systems Pressure Sensor Issue)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11709621","quote_1_text":"On 3 separate occasions now, my vehicle has slammed on the brakes abruptly when there were no other cars around me in close proximity. The sensors vibrated the driver seat each time right before slamming brakes on, even though no other cars were even close to me","quote_2_odi":"11724460","quote_2_text":"While pulling into a parking spot of a business and approximately 6 feet from the curb, the automatic emergency brake engaged forcing my whole body forward, slamming my head on the visor/roof of the car very forcefully/painfully","quote_3_odi":"11709731","quote_3_text":"The Equinox is detecting objects in the rear camera that are not there and automatically applying the automatic emergency breaking. This is causing the car to completely stop and has now caused me to injury my back due to the force of the stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-telematics-module-failure","label":"Telematics module failure with battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11707602","quote_1_text":"The dealer confirmed that the OnStar/telematics module is malfunctioning and continuously draining the battery. The defective module is on backorder with no estimated arrival date, leaving the vehicle unusable","quote_2_odi":"11745017","quote_2_text":"Telematic module diagnosed to fail by the dealer service department. Replacement part is not available after 3 months, and not ETA from GM parts department","quote_3_odi":"11693602","quote_3_text":"OnStar telematics unit stopped working with no notification in the infotainment system. The LED light remained GREEN in color advising me that the OnStar system was working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-windshield-distortion","label":"Windshield optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11679188","quote_1_text":"I purchased my 2025 chevy equinox in January of 25. In March I noticed some distortion on the passenger side of my window while making a right turn. I have had the windshield replaced twice by chevy/gm. Both replacements have the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11690635","quote_2_text":"My windshield has had distortion since I bought it (11/27/2024) and I finally took it to the dealership to get it replaced (09/30/2025)","quote_3_odi":"11662935","quote_3_text":"The windshield has a defect on the right hand side. It seems like blurry waves. I noticed it because I got nervous thinking that there were cars riding next to me very close but it is just a glare from the defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2025-windshield-glare","label":"Windshield glare from dashboard reflection","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11715362","quote_1_text":"The angle of the windshield reflects the dashboard so much that you can't see out the windshield when heading anywhere towards the sun. It also reflects the dash at night inside the car","quote_2_odi":"11698721","quote_2_text":"There is EXTREME glare from the black dashboard reflecting back up onto the windshield in partly sunny to sunny conditions","quote_3_odi":"11739549","quote_3_text":"The front windshield reflects the dash below making it difficult to see out the windshield. Visibility is extremely important while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-blind-spot-false-alerts","label":"Blind spot monitoring false alerts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732190","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will detect objects in the blind spot when there are none there. I will look back and see that nothing is in the blind spot. Turn my turn signal on to indicate a lane change","quote_2_odi":"11725067","quote_2_text":"While driving under normal conditions, the vehicle’s blind spot monitoring / side object detection system frequently activates alert warnings when no vehicle is present","quote_3_odi":"11715792","quote_3_text":"Blind spot indicator malfunction. Seat sensors alert for no reason. Cruise control stops working. Vehicle automatically brakes for no reason. Information screen malfunction and goes black at random","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-brake-loss-master-cylinder","label":"Loss of braking force and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717192","quote_1_text":"Chevrolet service states brake master cylinder failed prematurely","quote_2_odi":"11751307","quote_2_text":"This has happened 5 times since purchasing this 2026 Chevy Equinox RS. While driving, all of a sudden, without any notice, the dashboard lights up with warnings about \"BRAKES\"...Not exactly sure what is said because it doesn't stay on the screen very long","quote_3_odi":"11716660","quote_3_text":"The brake system, specifically the master brake cylinder and/or associated brake system components, failed or malfunctioned. The defect results in a sudden loss of braking performance without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-engine-stall-no-restart","label":"Engine shutdown and failure to restart while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740636","quote_1_text":"The starter on a new 2026 Chevrolet Equinox RS failed at approximately 6,500 miles. While the vehicle was being driven home during evening rush hour, it shut off at a red light and would not restart","quote_2_odi":"11740823","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has been repaired (4) times for the same issue (vehicle turns off while driving and won’t immediately re-start and check engine light comes on) The First incident happened on or about 3/25/2026 (1083 mileage)","quote_3_odi":"11726337","quote_3_text":"Driving home from the dealership the vehicle went from drive to park on its own (driving at 65 miles/hr) and my husband had to immediately put the car physically back into drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-gear-selector-unintended-neutral","label":"Gear selector shifts to neutral or park unintentionally","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682275","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle in June 2025 and the gear selection lever is constant problems. It will never go into or go out of gear on the first attempt","quote_2_odi":"11671755","quote_2_text":"The gear selection is on the steering column and to change from Park to Reverse or Drive takes usually over six attempts to get in the right gear. When your entering traffic and you get delayed trying to put the car into the proper gear this becomes a very dangerous safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11709597","quote_3_text":"GM has redesigned the gear shift of the 2026 Chevrolet Equinox to be placed on the steering wheel. That's fine except engineers put it in the exact spot of where the windshield wiper lever traditionally is AND made it look and act and move like a windshield wiper lever,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-phantom-aeb-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757249","quote_1_text":"Three times over the past month, this car has slammed the automatic emergency brakes, thinking there was an obstacle in the road. Each time, it has caused whiplash to everyone in the car, feeling like we were slammed by another car","quote_2_odi":"11736126","quote_2_text":"I was driving down my neighborhood road about 20mph there were no other cars around on the road at all only mailboxes and cars parked in driveways","quote_3_odi":"11709261","quote_3_text":"I was traveling about 45mph and the SUV emergency brake system activated, it scared me and my passengers, the guy behind me was even more scared. I had the front seat passenger immediately deactivate the emergency braking system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Equinox","model_slug":"equinox","cluster_id":"equinox-2026-windshield-distortion","label":"Windshield glass distortion and visual defects","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11678454","quote_1_text":"Faulty windshield. Replaced with two additional windshields (1GM, 1 Aftermarket) which were both defective. All Chevrolet and Cadillac vehicles on the lot had defective (Warped) windshields. These windshields distort images, cause dizziness and motion sickness","quote_2_odi":"11709363","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Equinox. The contact stated that there was a distortion in the windshield glass, which caused visibility issues while driving the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11695776","quote_3_text":"After I purchased my vehicle, 2026 chevy equinox rs, I noticed severe distortion on the front windshield. I had it replaced once, with the same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/equinox","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-airbag-warning-and-connector","label":"Air bag warning light and connector faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11376152","quote_1_text":"THE AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY . THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR ALMOST A YEAR NOW. I SAW TODAY ON THE NEWS THAT GM HAS RECALLED MANY VEHICLES FOR AIR BAG PROBLEMS HOWEVER, AFTER USING THIS SITE MY VEHICLE IS NOT SHOWING RECALLED","quote_2_odi":"11120917","quote_2_text":"KNOW PROBLEM ON CONNECTORS TO AIR BAGS GIVES 2 CODES B0019-0D AND B0010-04 STATES THAT THIS KNOW PROBLEM CAN STOP DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS. UPON LOOKING PROBLEM UP THIS IS VERY COMMON ON THIS CAR AND THE MANUFACTURER KNOWS OF IT","quote_3_odi":"10870742","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET HHR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE AIR BAG WARNING DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INTERMITTENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-brake-hose-fluid-loss","label":"Brake hose failure and fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11153273","quote_1_text":"I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT ON ALDI DR. AND ROUTE 48.WHEN I APPLIED MY BRAKES THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR RESULTING IN RUNNING THRU THE LIGHT STOPPING IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION OF ROUTE 48 AFTER USING EMERGENCY BRAKE TO GET STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"11052827","quote_2_text":"ON NOVEMBER 29TH, 2017 I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS ABOUT 200 FEET BACK WHEN I NOTICED THAT THE BREAKS WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND I FREAKED OUT AND DIDNT KNOW WHAT TO DO","quote_3_odi":"10705140","quote_3_text":"I HAVE TO REPLACE THE BRAKE PADS EVERY 6MONTHS AND THE TIRES WEAR UNEVEN. THE FRONT RIGHT AXLE IS LOOSE, AFTER THEY DID THE RECALL AND FIXED THE STEERING COLUMN THE VEHICLE STARED MESSING UP FROM LOUD NOISE TO VIBRATION IN THE PEDALS AND STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Door handle and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11363005","quote_1_text":"BACK PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT LATCH CLOSED. STAYS UNLATCHED WHILE STATIONARY OR IN MOTION. WHILE NOT LATCHING IT DOES NOT SEAL AGAINST RAIN OR FUMES. DOOR CAN OPEN WHILE IN MOTION OR WHILE STATIONARY THUS ALLOWING PASSENGERS OR CONTENTS TO FALL OUT OF CAR","quote_2_odi":"11195967","quote_2_text":"THE DOOR HANDLE IS MADE OF PLASTIC AND IT FAILS. THE PLASTIC CRACKS AND YOU CAN'T OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE. MINE BROKE","quote_3_odi":"11022177","quote_3_text":"IN THE LAST 6 MONTHS I HAVE HAD BOTH FRONT DOOR HANDLES ONE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND ONE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BREAK OFF. IT LOOKS BASED ON MY RESEARCH THIS IS A PROBLEM IN ALL HHR VEHICLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-esc-activation-hard-steering","label":"Electronic stability control activation with hard steering","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11047691","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 25 MILES AN HOUR ON DRY FLAT PAVEMENT MY ESC ACTIVE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAD A VERY HARD TIME STEERING AND THE BRAKES WERE APPLYING THEMSELVES. I WAS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL","quote_2_odi":"10839077","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING MOTOR ASSIST SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING. I START THE CAR AND WITHIN 2 MINUTES THE CAR IS SAYING THAT THE EPS IS NOT FUNCTIONING AND STEERING THE CAR BECOMES EXTREMELY DIFFICULT","quote_3_odi":"10790494","quote_3_text":"ESC ACTIVATION LIGHT COMES ON, CAR VIBRATES BADLY AND HARD TO STEER. HAPPENS MAINLY ON DRY ROADS, AT TIMES GOING AROUND A BEND IN THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-fuel-line-corrosion-leak","label":"Fuel line corrosion and leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11562075","quote_1_text":"Gas line rusted and leaking. Gas everywhere, strong odor, highly flammable. Under inspection at the Chevy dealer in Highland Twp. No warning lights were on","quote_2_odi":"11524184","quote_2_text":"Noticed gasoline dripping under the vehicle just behind the driver side rear door. Upon investigation discovered steel fuel line has corroded between a plastic support bracket and fiber heat shield","quote_3_odi":"11439664","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked outside, the odor of fuel was present inside the home. Upon inspection, it was discovered that fuel had leaked from the rear passenger’s side of the vehicle onto the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":515,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11618141","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11537345","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet HHR. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the power steering message was displayed on the instrument panel and while her daughter was driving the vehicle. The contact's daughter restarted the vehicle; however, the failure returned","quote_3_odi":"11509647","quote_3_text":"The power steering failed, it is available for inspection. My safety and the safety of my two very young children were put at risk. Suddenly as I crossed the rail road tracks and attempted to turn right onto another street, the power steering went out of my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10565885","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT OCTOBER 30TH 2013 IN MY CHEVY HHR. I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK AND I HAD CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A STOP LIGHT BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10882786","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET HHR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE AIR BAG LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10453475","quote_3_text":"LAST JUNE, MY WIFE AND I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2011 HHR IN ORDER TO PROVIDE A SAFER, MORE DEPENDABLE VEHICLE FOR OUR TEENAGE DAUGHTERS TO LEARN TO DRIVE AND TO HAVE ENOUGH ROOM TO TAKE OUR DOGS WITH US WHEN WE WANTED TO GO SOMEWHERE AS A FAMILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch fails to hold door closed while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10680245","quote_1_text":"WHILE EXITING THE PARKING LOT, PULLING ONTO THE STREET, MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR SWUNG OPEN AND I NEARLY FELL OUT OF THE CAR HAD IT NOT BEEN FOR MY SEAT BELT","quote_2_odi":"10959557","quote_2_text":"BACK DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT LATCH","quote_3_odi":"11354300","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR UNEXPECTED UNLATCHED WHILE BACKING OUT OF THE THE DRIVEWAY. THE DOOR CLOSED AND LATCHED NORMALLY WHILE STATIONARY. WHILE BACKING UP THEN TURNING THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT OUT INTO THE STREET, THE DRIVER DOOR SUDDENLY TO SWING OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-esc-traction-power-loss","label":"ESC/traction control lights with sudden power loss","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10780873","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET HHR. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE SERVICE TRACTION AND SERVICE ESC WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED RANDOMLY. THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY REDUCED SPEED AND HESITATED AS IF IT WOULD STALL","quote_2_odi":"10592376","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON I-25 ON THE WEST SIDE OF EISENHOWER PASS & THE ENGINE SHUT OFF LEAVING ME WITH NO POWER STEERING OR BREAKS. I WAS ABLE TO THREAD MY VEHICLE THROUGH SEMIS & SPRING BREAK SKI TRAFFIC TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO A RUNAWAY SEMI LANE","quote_3_odi":"10663499","quote_3_text":"I WORK TWO JOBS JUST BOUGHT MY 2011 CHEVY HHR JUST OVER A YEAR AGO AND STARTED GETTING REDUCED ENGINE POWER LIGHT AND THEN LOSE POWER AND HAVE TROUBLE GOING OVER 20 STRUGGLES TO GET TO 40 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-fuel-line-corrosion-leak","label":"Fuel line corrosion and leak near rear wheel","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11439870","quote_1_text":"Known issue with Chevrolet HHR/Cobalt - corrosion of fuel line and leak just forward of driver side rear wheel. See https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/inv/2020/INOA-PE20011-5388.PDF","quote_2_odi":"11610617","quote_2_text":"Fuel lines corroded just like millions of other HHR's. Gas is leaking. What does it take to have a recall on this? Does someone really have to be killed?","quote_3_odi":"11366644","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET HHR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT THEN NOTICED A PUDDLE OF GASOLINE UNDERNEATH THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-interior-door-handle-fracture","label":"Interior door handle fractures during normal use","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10652734","quote_1_text":"I GRABBED THE DOOR HANDLE TO OPEN MY CHEVY 2011 HHR DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR TO EXIT MY VEHICLE AND THE HANDLE COMPLETELY BROKE OFF!!!","quote_2_odi":"10717864","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS INSIDE DOOR HANDLE SNAPPED OFF. HAVE TO OPEN WINDOW TO OPEN DOOR. CALLED GM THEY TOLD ME THIS PROBLEM WASN'T ON A RECALL. THIS WAS ALSO NOT COVERED UNDER MY EXTENDED WARRANTY. I HAVE TO PURCHASE A HANDLE AND HAVE IT INSTALLED","quote_3_odi":"10565999","quote_3_text":"WENT TO OPEN DOOR TO GET OUT OF CAR AND THE HANDLE CAME OFF IN MY HAND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"HHR","model_slug":"hhr","cluster_id":"hhr-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss during driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10896794","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY EPS POWER STEERING WENT OUT IN MY CAR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET IT BECAME REALLY HARD TO CONTROL MY VEHICLE I HEARD CLICKING COMING FROM UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL PANEL ALSO THE POWER STEERING CAME ACTIVE ON MY DASH PANEL WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10863974","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING AT 30MPH POWER STEERING WENT OUT AND CAR DROVE OVER CURB & HIT FIRE HYDRANT. UNABLE TO STEER CAR AT ALL. CITED BY POLICE FOR FAILURE TO CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10651675","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET HHR. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO TURN AS THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/hhr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and seat sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11450828","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, she noticed the \"Service Air bag System\" warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the air bag seat sensor and side-impact sensor to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11448471","quote_2_text":"Air Bag Service message comes up on the information panel with the air bag light on. Did a diagnostic check showed passenger air bag. I reached under the seat and shook the wires the light and message went off, however the diagnostic check still showed the passenger air bag","quote_3_odi":"11349988","quote_3_text":"THE SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. THERE'S A FRAYED WIRE UNDER THE SEAT AND CHEVROLET IS TRYING TO CHARGE $380 TO FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-electrical-no-start-stall","label":"Electrical system no-start and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11667688","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off and unattended in a parking lot. After about ten minutes, the contact was unlocking the vehicle and noticed fire inside the vehicle near the front of the vehicle near the radio and heater","quote_2_odi":"11184613","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WILL NOT START. ALL ELECTRICAL THINGS WORK, THE LIGHTS, DASHBOARD, ETC.. BUT THERE IS NO POWER TO STARTER. THIS VEHICLE HAS 150000 MILES ON IT AND HAS HAD 6 NEW BATTERIES INSTALLED","quote_3_odi":"11102868","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-engine-reduced-power-stall","label":"Reduced engine power warning and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10966386","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE REDUCED ENGINE POWER INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO JERK AND THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART","quote_2_odi":"10936194","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY IMPALA, WITH NO WARNING, MY CAR LOST POWER. THE DASH BEEPED AT ME AND SAID REDUCED ENGINE POWER, SERVICE STALINKTRAK, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10917196","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE \"ENGINE REDUCE POWER\" INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE ISSUE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-stabilitrak-traction-fault","label":"StabiliTrak and traction control shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10935257","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED IN ANY KIND OF WEATHER (BUT HAPPENS MORE OFTEN IN COLD WEATHER) TWO LIGHTS POP UP, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE STABILITY TRACK LIGHT. I ALSO GET THREE DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"10918453","quote_2_text":"PROBLEM STARTED HAPPENING 6 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH-SPEED'S IN ANY KIND OF WEATHER TWO LIGHTS POP UP, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE STABILITY TRACK LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10862698","quote_3_text":"CAR READS STABILIZING TRACK AND CAR BEGINS TO SHAKE AND HAS CUT OFF. ON GOING PROBLEM. IN MOTION WHILE DRIVING. ON HIGHWAY OR STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-steering-system-fault","label":"Steering system fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10893122","quote_1_text":"WHILE MAKING A TURN, A LOUD SQUEALING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE STEERING WHEEL. THE FAILURE RECURRED WHENEVER A TURN WAS MADE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10862537","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING BEGIN TO GO OUT AND NOW FLUID IS CONTINUOUSLY LEAKING HAD IT CHECKED BY A MECHANIC WHICH STATED THAT IT WAS A MANUFACTURED MALFUNCTION AND SHOULD CHECK FOR A RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11045417","quote_3_text":"STEERING IS HARD TO TURN AND MAKES A WHINING NOISE WHEN DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure to shift or slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":441,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11325992","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT TO DRIVE OR REVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED HOWEVER, THE REPAIR FAILED TO FIX THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11057718","quote_2_text":"AT 108492 MILE THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING THERE WAS NO WARNING WHAT SO EVER WE WERE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AND IT WOULD NOT GO IN ANY GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10986000","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT OPERATE IN THE REVERSE POSITION. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION \"SLIPPED\" SEVERAL TIMES AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO APPLY SIGNIFICANT PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2011-ignition-electrical-power-loss","label":"Ignition switch and electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":505,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11384481","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED THE CAR SHUTS OFF. IT COMPLETELY LOSES POWER. NO POWER STEERING OR BRAKES. I WAS GOING 60 ON A HIGHWAY AND IT STALLED THANK GOD IT WASN'T RUSH HOUR AND THERE WEREN'T","quote_2_odi":"11271419","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, THE DOOR LOCKS CYCLED SEVERAL TIMES, THE RADIO WENT OFF AND ON, THE ENGINE SEEMED TO STALL AS IF A BAD RELAY OR FAULTY GROUND STRAP","quote_3_odi":"11541720","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle lost electrical power. The ignition switch was stuck in accessory mode and the contact was unable to release the key from the ignition switch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat air bag sensor not detecting occupant","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":505,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11440787","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the occupant sensor in the passenger’s seat occasionally failed to recognize an occupant seated in the passenger’s side front seat. The air bag off warning light would remain illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11330349","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED TO RECOGNIZE AN OCCUPANT SEATED IN THE PASSENGER'S SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11328706","quote_3_text":"WHEN YOU SEAT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE SERVICE AIR BAG WILL COME ON. MY IMPALA ISN'T THE ONLY VEHICLE THAT IS DOING. I KNOW SEVERAL PEOPLE THAT ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2011-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"StabiliTrak warning with reduced engine power and stall","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":505,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11097150","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON. POWER IS LOST. HAVE TO STOP, TURN CAR OFF AND TURN BACK ON. THE ENGINE LIGHT STILL STAYS ON. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS AND WHILE STOPPED AT A LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11121315","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND A MESSAGE CAME UP SAYING \"ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED\". IT WAS DURING RUSH HOUR AND I ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED BECAUSE MY VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 15 MILES PER HOUR","quote_3_odi":"11192774","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN MOTION MY 2011 CHEVY IMPALA UP A HIGHWAY MY VEHICLE DASH WILL COME UP AND SAY STABILITRAK DISABLED TRACTION CONTROL DISABLED THEN ENGINE POWER REDUCED THEN THE VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO NOT STEER CORRECTLY THEN I WILL HAVE TO PULL OVER AND RESTART THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2011-tire-wheel-alignment","label":"Tire wear and wheel alignment problems","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":505,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10918113","quote_1_text":"MY CAR HAS WARN OUT TWO SETS OF TIRES ON THE REAR . THE STILL IS SHOWING . I HAVE ALWAYS KNOWN THE FRONT TIRES TO WARE OUT TWICE AS FAST AS THE REAR. HOWEVER, IT IS NOT HAPPENING WITH THIS IMPALA","quote_2_odi":"10915537","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHEELS HAD SEIZED IN THE FRONT AND THE REAR WHEN, THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE CONTACT HAD REPLACED ALL FOUR TIRES BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED","quote_3_odi":"10905079","quote_3_text":"WITH STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION OCCURRING, IT WAS DETERMINED TIRE SEPARATION OCCURRED ON THE RIGHT FRONT AT 49,179 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping, harsh shifting, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":505,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11446686","quote_1_text":"The car was stopped at a stop sign, turned right onto the highway and the front wheels locked. The car would not move in any gear, even in neutral. A tow truck had to place front wheels on skids and drag onto the bed","quote_2_odi":"11406306","quote_2_text":"AFTER ABOUT 30000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION SOLENOID(S) ARE GOING BAD INTERMITTENTLY. IT'S GOING TO BE A COSTLY REPAIR FOR A PART THAT COSTS AROUND 25 DOLLARS OR SO. THIS SEEMS TO HAVE BEEN A CONTINUING PROBLEM ON THE 4T65E TRANSMISSIONS. WHEN YOU ARE AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE","quote_3_odi":"11220304","quote_3_text":"HOT AND COLD THE TRANSAXLE IS SLIPPING AND THEN GRABBING ON ACCERATION WITH HARD SHIFTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"air bag warning indicator and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10630600","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE DRIVER AND THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10864986","quote_2_text":"I WAS HIT BY ANOTHER CAR AT INTERSECTION NEAR REAR DOOR. MY CAR WAS CONSIDERED A TOTAL (NOT WORTH FIXING), AND I WAS TAKEN TO ER HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE DUE TO SEVER NECK AND SHOULDER INJURIES. RELEASED WITH FRACTURE OF NECK AND FRACTURED RIGHT RIBS. NOT ONE AIR BAG IN FRONT OR","quote_3_odi":"11056070","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, A TICKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD. ALSO, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-engine-stall-shutoff","label":"engine stalls and shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11154271","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10627541","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MERGE TO SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10905489","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, GOING ABOUT 60MPH WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CARJUST DIED, IT STARTED TO DECELERATE, I TRIED TO PUSH GAS BUT CAR WOULD NOT GO. LUCKILY TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT AND ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE RODE WITHOUT INJURY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-ignition-recall-14v355000","label":"ignition switch recall 14V355000 repair part delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10680671","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"10643675","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V355000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"10639972","quote_3_text":"2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY IGNITION RECALL. *TGW THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. RECALL # 14V355000. THE CONSUMER TRADED THE VEHICLE. *JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-power-steering-seizure","label":"power steering loss and steering wheel seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10638426","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE REVERSING AND TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE RESTARTED IN ORDER FOR THE STEERING WHEEL TO FUNCTION PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"10893867","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. TURNED WHEEL TO THE RIGHT TO BEGIN TO MOVE. HEARD A SNAPPING SOUND AND VEHICLE ONLY MOVED ABOUT 5 FEET AND HAD NO CONTROL OF STEERING. FOUND THE RIGHT TIE-ROD WAS BROKEN. CAR HAS 37000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"10945418","quote_3_text":"WHEN I BACK OUT OF A PARKING STALL OR DRIVEWAY AND STILL HAVE MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THEN I PUT IT IN DRIVE, WHEN I TRY TO TURN THE WHEEL TO START TO DRIVE DOWN THE STREET, IT IS LIKE I LOST POWER STEERING AND IT TAKES EVERYTHING IN MY POWER WITH MY HANDS TO TURN THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"seat belt buckle and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11445839","quote_1_text":"Both front seat belts sometimes do not click when buckling up. Sometimes you have to reinsert the metal end into the buckle several times to get it to \"click\". If it doesn't click you can pull on the strap and it will come out causing a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"10972030","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELT TENSIONER WAS FOUND TO BE INOPERABLE DURING A DEALERSHIP REPAIR VISIT. DEALER WILL REPLACE IT AT SUBSTANTIAL CHARGE","quote_3_odi":"10704978","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2012-stabilitrak-hub-power-loss","label":"StabiliTrak warning lights with power loss on turns","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11338104","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 CHEVY IMPALA, THE TRACTION SERVICE CONTROL AND ABS/STABILITRACK KEEPS GIVING ME ISSUES. I HAVE A GRINDING NOISE, DECREASED POWER AND CAR WILL NEARLY STOP ON YOU FROM TIME TO TIME, PARTICULARLY WHEN TURNING","quote_2_odi":"10982954","quote_2_text":"GRINDING NOISE IN FRONT LEFT WHEEL. ELECTRONIC STABALIZER FLASHES ON AND OFF AND ON AND OFF. GOING FROM REVERSE TO FORWARD THE CAR LOSES POWER AND THEN JUST DIES RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. HAD WHEEL HUB SENSOR REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11444926","quote_3_text":"The front wheel hub assembly fails after numerous replacements. The after-market parts do not resolve the problem. Thw assembly girnds and hesitates on right turns during acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11674400","quote_1_text":"I have driving on highway [XXX] heading back home to yucca valley from oceanside driving in the left lane my steering wheel locked up my vehicle swerved let into a street sign and thr vehicle proceeded to turn right swerving on the road losing control of the vehicle my airbag","quote_2_odi":"11291350","quote_2_text":"THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN I WAS THE MIDDLE CAR IN A THREE CAR COLLISSION","quote_3_odi":"11252847","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 72 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT NODDED OFF AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER TWICE AND LANDED UPRIGHT ON ITS WHEELS. ALL OF THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-low-beam-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11329147","quote_1_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT KEEPS GOING OUT EVERY 2 WEEKS, NOT BLOWING BULBS JUST STOPS WORKING. HAVE CLEANED CONNECTORS SEVERAL TIMES, WORE GLOVES WHEN CHANGING BULB AND CHECKED FUSE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11207753","quote_2_text":"2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO POOR PERFORMANCE OF VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE LEFT FRONT SIDE LOW BEAM WAS NOT LIGHTING. THE BULB WAS REPLACED. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-stabilitrak-power-reduction","label":"StabiliTrak/traction control warning, reduced power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11354544","quote_1_text":"STABILTRAK ABS TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ALL COME ON VEHICLE SHUDDERS AND POWER IS REDUCED. RESEARCHED AND FOUND 100'S OF REPORTS OF THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE IMPALA AND SIMILAR COMPLAINTS IN THE LIGHT TRUCK AND SUV MODELS. FIX IS RELATIVELY INEXPENSIVE IF YOUR MECHANICALLY","quote_2_odi":"11350200","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SERVICE ELECTRONIC STABILI-TRAC WARNING LIGHT FLASHED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE JERKED AND SHUDDERED WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE FAILURE ALSO RECURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"10816786","quote_3_text":"STABILITY CONTROL NEEDS SERVICE. ESTIMATED REPAIR 251 MILES AFTER WARRANTY EXPIRED WAS $270.00, AND BECAME $335.00. CERTIFIED LETTER SENT TO GM ON NOV 14 RECEIPT ACKNOWLEDGED BY REP SHANAY, AND VERBALLY ACKNOWLEDGED BY SAME TWO DAYS LATER WHEN SHE CALLED ME. WAITED SIX WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-steering-lockup-noise","label":"Steering wheel lock-up and grinding noise on turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10851069","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURN LEFTMOST OR RIGHTMOST AND TURN OFF THE ENGINE, YOU CAN'T TURN ON THE IGNITION BECAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL IS STUCK. WITHOUT REMOTE START, MY CAR WILL ALWAYS BE STUCK ON THE SIDEWAY OF A SLOPE","quote_2_odi":"11233001","quote_2_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON MY VEHICLE WHILE IN THE PARKED POSITION THE KEY WOULD NOT TURN AND THE WHEEL WAS IN THE LOCKED POSITIION. MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPS TO TRY AND TURN THE KEY WITH NEGATIVE RESULTS. HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED AND A FEW DIFFENT MECHANICS ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE","quote_3_odi":"11307264","quote_3_text":"MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-transmission-stall-hesitation","label":"Transmission stall and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10826073","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 IMPALA LTZ WILL SUDDENLY DECELERATE TO AROUND 35 MPH AND HESITATE WHEN YOU HIT THE GAS. THREE MESSAGES POP UP, \"TRACTION CONTROL OFF\", \"ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED\" AND \"SERVICE STABILITRAK\". THIS HAPPENED TO ME A FEW MONTHS AGO AND I BROUGHT IT RIGHT IN TO GLOBAL CHEVY IN","quote_2_odi":"10876221","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET IMPALA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AFTER RESTARTING,","quote_3_odi":"11246315","quote_3_text":"DOES NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR SMOOTHLY. I CAN FEEL A JERK WHEN TRANSMISSION CHANGES GEARS. THERE IS A DELAYED RESPONSE WHEN WHEN EXCELERATING FROM A STANDSTILL. THIS VEHICLE HAD 36000 MILES WHEN WE NOTICED THE PROBLEM 4 MONTHS AGO. PROBLEM CODE P0989 SHOWN WHEN RECENTLY CHECKED BY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2013-wiring-harness-electrical-shutdown","label":"Wiring harness fault causing electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11396968","quote_1_text":"WIRING HARNESS IS DEFECTIVE AND FRICTION CAUSES ELECTRICAL MISFIRES THAT AFFECT THE ENTIRE VEHICLE, FROM DEACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING TO NOT BEING ABLE TO TURN OVER THE ENGINE TO START. I'VE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS ISSUE FOR OVER 4 YEARS AND GM NOR ANY SAFETY COMMISSION WILL DO","quote_2_odi":"10860477","quote_2_text":"MY CAR BASICALLY JUST CUTS OFF ON ME WHILE DRIVING ALL KINDS OF SIGNS KEEP POPPING UP ON THE DASH THEN THEY'LL GO AWAY. IT HAS TOLD BE TO SERVICE MY STABILITY TRACK AND I WENT TO GET SERVICE AND THE PEOPLE SAY THAT'S NOT A PROBLEM AND THEY HAVE BUT IT ON THE MACHINE AND IT SAYS","quote_3_odi":"11343123","quote_3_text":"FAULTY WIRING HARNESS FOR THE STABLE LINK SYSTEM FRONT DRIVER SIDE. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON ALONG WITH THE STABLE LINK SYSTEM AND LOSE POWER TO THE ENGINE AND SHUT DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11666551","quote_1_text":"I was in a car accident and the airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11569039","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is exhibiting the exact conditions outlined in the NHTSA bulletin 15400A: The front-passenger airbag status light will indicate that the airbag is \"on\" when the passenger seat is not occupied or is occupied by an infant","quote_3_odi":"11649202","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt audible chime was sounded, and the message \"Air Bag ON\" was displayed while the front passenger's side seat was unoccupied","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-electrical-system-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss and component shorts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11636495","quote_1_text":"My back window exploded. The defrost system blew up while driving it's Brown burned marks in my window where the defrost runs","quote_2_odi":"11570405","quote_2_text":"Back windshield exploded/shattered d/t short in defroster. This is the THIRD time this has happened in 5 years, first 2 times were in 2019","quote_3_odi":"11489532","quote_3_text":"Car turned off while driving and lost Al power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-engine-warning-and-stall","label":"Engine warning light illumination and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11614087","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11492464","quote_2_text":"When pulling up to a stoplight the car would often downshift, surge with power, and nearly overpower the brakes. The car started losing oil from its rear main seal","quote_3_odi":"11365098","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO MY SISTER'S HOUSE ON SEPT. 27 2020. WHEN MY CAR STARTED MAKING A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ENGINE AND I NOTICED THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and warning light illumination","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11754030","quote_1_text":"Power steering goes out while driving in towns or on hiways.frequently comes back on while parked for a few hours or days. Unpredictable while driving.dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11666565","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. Additionally, the message \"Power Steering Failure\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11645483","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-powertrain-stall-park-shift","label":"Stabilitrak warning and shift-to-park while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11756703","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the messages \"Stabili-trak\" and \"Power Steering\" displayed on the instrument panel, and the traction control warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11697392","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light and stabili-trak warning light were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11736203","quote_3_text":"The transmission went out while driving. Also the trunk leaks when it rains","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2014-side-detection-sensor-failures","label":"Side blind-spot detection system false alerts and failures","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":633,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11653691","quote_1_text":"Service side detection system came up on the display while driving on the freeway at 65MPH","quote_2_odi":"11655597","quote_2_text":"I received an alert to service the sideview sensors. Also, the sideview alert keeps flashing in the side mirrors even when there's no vehicle present","quote_3_odi":"11473067","quote_3_text":"The message can on in the car \"side detection system \" when I cut the car off and got back in, it was gone off. Later that night I got back in the car to go somewhere and the car wouldn't start. And every time I try starting it want","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2015-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11307257","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING. THE RACK HAS TO BE REPLACED. IT'S A $3,000 REPAIR ON A 5 YEAR OLD CAR WITH LESS THAN 60,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2015-passenger-airbag-sensing","label":"Passenger occupant sensing and air bag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11543225","quote_1_text":"Passenger Presence Module is deactivating Passenger airbags intermittently.","quote_2_odi":"11540166","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the air bag warning light fluctuated on and off. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic, but the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The mechanic suggested…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2015-side-detection-water-intrusion","label":"Side blind zone module water intrusion","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-04 (200 most-recent of 299 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11516403","quote_1_text":"Side Blind Zone Alert Module, Service Side Detection System","quote_2_odi":"11386278","quote_2_text":"SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM LIGHT ON DASH SAY SERVICE BUT THE SIDE DETECTION LIGHT ONBTHE MIRROR STAYS ON EVEN WHEN THE CAR IS OFF.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2015-taillight-water-trunk-leak","label":"Taillight gasket water leak into trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11517453","quote_1_text":"Water leak into rear compartment / trunk. Health problem with fungus & smell. Inspected by car dealer.","quote_2_odi":"11209572","quote_2_text":"THE TRUNK OF THE CAR LEAKS AROUND THE TWILIGHTS CAUSING THE TWILIGHTS TO SHORT OUT AND WATER TO GET INTO THE TRUNK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2015-transmission-shift-shudder","label":"Transmission shift shudder and control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11391100","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A SLIGHT VIBRATION AROUND 20 TO 30 MPH AS GEARS ARE SHIFTING AND IT GOES AWAY...DOES IT REPEATEDLY AT SAME POSITION AND EVERYTHING GOES BACK TO NORMAL...NO CODES OR LIGHTS ON DASH HAPPENS MOSTLY IN MOTION ON INCLINES AND EVEN GROUND AT SAME SPEED GROUPING","quote_2_odi":"11447296","quote_2_text":"Automatic transmission shifting problems. Shifting from starting to any kind of incline resistance, car can not shift through first 2 gears. Shaking, rumbling, check engine light flashing, engine bogs, car slows down, causing safety concerns. Had car checked at dealer.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11498112","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased this car, and the airbag warning light will not turn off. Meaning, something is wrong with the airbags","quote_2_odi":"11340867","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG MAINTENANCE LIGHT WENT ON, WHILE DRIVING. DEALER INSPECTED AND INDICATED IT WAS A FAULTY SENSOR ON THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE THAT DOES RECOGNIZE IF THEIR IS A PERSON OCCUPYING THE SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11207124","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT GOES AND OFF ON THE DASH. I HAD IT SCANNEDC AT AUTOZONE AND THE OBD READER SHOWS \"DRIVER SEAT BELT ANCHOR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT LOOP, SHORT TO GROUND \"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11436003","quote_1_text":"Electrical glitches and full loss of engine power wile driving. Dealer don’t know how to fix it. Very unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11400080","quote_2_text":"MY CAR JUST STOPS ON MY WHILE I'M WAITING AT A LIGHT.CAR JUST SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY AND IT DOESN'T TURN ON RIGHT AWAY AFTER I PUT GAS CAR SHAKES AND HAVE TO PRESS GAS ALL THE WAY DOWN TO TURN BACK ON","quote_3_odi":"11020091","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE SOMETIMES DOESN'T WANT TO STAR(YOU TURN THE KEY TO START AND IT DOES NOTHING ) ALSO WHEN CAR GOES ON AUTO STOP AND COMES OFF AUTO STOP IT CLUNKS LIKE IF THE CAR HAD BAD MOTOR MOUNTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-evaporator-core-ac-failure","label":"Evaporator core leak and air conditioning failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11463524","quote_1_text":"2016 Chevy Impala with 3.6L V6 has a design fault that causes failure of the evaporator core including leak of freon and inoperative Air Conditioning","quote_2_odi":"11338513","quote_2_text":"MY AIR CONDITION BLOWING HOT AIR COST 1700.00 TO REPAIR MY CAR IS A 2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA THEY SAY THE DASH HAS TO COME OUT TO REPLACE PART THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS","quote_3_odi":"11639809","quote_3_text":"My vin should have been included in this: N182186881-01 - Special Coverage Evaporator Core Icing, Leak Revised Warranty section I have had the issue for many years due to not receiving the notice. The car leaks, hisses, smokes and does not cool at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11627748","quote_1_text":"I was driving and entering [XXX] at [XXX] when my power steering went completely out! I was unable to steer my vehicle at all and was on a windy road with my children in the vehicle! I pulled to the side of the road!","quote_2_odi":"11428750","quote_2_text":"While driving home from work on the highway, the power steering failed and the steering wheel became very physical to actuate. The DIC indicated the warning for power steering off. The failure occurred simultaneously with the warning indication with no prior warning","quote_3_odi":"11424089","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving out of a parking space, the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver and she heard an abnormal clinking sound coming from the steering wheel. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-side-detection-module","label":"Side blind zone detection module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11494389","quote_1_text":"side detection fault. this is an acknowledged problem by GM but they will not fix my car","quote_2_odi":"11377926","quote_2_text":"SIDE DETECTION FAILURE. MANY OTHER MODELS 2014-2017 ARE COVERED UNDER GM N172097060 - SPECIAL COVERAGE SIDE BLIND ZONE ALERT MODULE WATER INTRUSION. OUR 2016 IS NOT, BUT DOES HAVE THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11210103","quote_3_text":"SIDE DETECTION MODULE IS FAILING. I RESEARCHED AFTER MY DASHBOARD WON'T TURN ON, AND AFTER READING SIMILAR COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER IMPALA OWNERS, IT IS DUE TO THE SIDE DETECTION MODULES NOT WORKING PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11696147","quote_1_text":"Between 25mph and 35mph transmission will \" lose \" gearing and start revving when I'm stuck in traffic, causing a safety concern/risk. Have to stop the car completely and let her cool down below half operating temp for the transmission to rekick into gear","quote_2_odi":"11342089","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED","quote_3_odi":"11318710","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE ONLY HAVING 58,000 MILES WITHOUT NOTICE OR ANY WARNINGS BEGAN TO STALL AND WOULD NOT GO PAST 30 MPH. LATER I ATTEMPTED TO PUT VEHICLE IN REVERSE AND IT HAD NO REVERSE WHAT SO EVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2016-trunk-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11574892","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that he noticed that there was water leaking inside the trunk. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that water was leaking through both sides of the trunk lid","quote_2_odi":"11354956","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, WATER ENTERED THE VEHICLE FROM THE REAR TAILLIGHTS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK AND THE INSIDE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED WATER INTRUSION IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11133273","quote_3_text":"THE ENTIRE TRUNK FILLS WITH WATER WHEN IT RAINS. IT SITS ON THE SPARE TIRE AND WILL EVENTUALLY ROT OUT THE TIRE AND TRUNK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-airbag-warning-light-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and seat sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11241989","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON, ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEN NO ONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. THE LIGHT COMES ON FOR SERVICE. THE LIGHT WOULD COME ON ONCE I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE OR ONCE I PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"11115473","quote_2_text":"GOOD MORNING, I'M UNSURE OF HOW OFTEN THIS IS HAPPENING, BUT I BELIEVE IT COULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE, ESPECIALLY WITH THE RECENT TAKATA AIR BAG ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"10979554","quote_3_text":"2017. CHEVROLET IMPALA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO A MALFUNCTION WITH PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED HIS WIFE IS 4'11 AND WEIGHS 88 POUNDS. SHE USES A CUSHION TO MAINTAIN FRONT AND SIDE VISION WHILE SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-catalytic-converter-cracking","label":"Catalytic converter and exhaust manifold cracking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11642382","quote_1_text":"Catalytic converter cracked and is a huge problem with these cars","quote_2_odi":"11384492","quote_2_text":"BROUGHT MY CAR IN FOR ROUTINE OIL CHANGE. INFORMED DEALERSHIP OF LOUD EXHAUST SOUND. ASKED IF THEY COULD CHECK FO AN EXHAUST LEAK. UPON PICKING UP MY VEHICLE I WAS INFORMED THE LOUD EXHAUST WAS DUE TO A CRACK IN THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER","quote_3_odi":"11459646","quote_3_text":"Upon after starting the car a noise was coming from front of engine. I took a video and saw fire coming from the front left catalytic converter between the flange and the converter. The converter separated itself from the flange","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11322931","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY ON ME THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING IT, ONCE AN A RESIDENTIAL STREET AND TWICE ON A BUSY HIGHWAY. THIS IS SO DANGEROUS. I HAD TO WAIT 5-10 MINUTES EACH TIME BEFORE IT WOULD RESTART","quote_2_odi":"11423131","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle also failed to start intermittently","quote_3_odi":"11363772","quote_3_text":"ONCE DRIVEN,CAR WILL NOT RE-START. THIS WILL HAPPEN RANDOMLY . NO CLICKING,NO DASH LIGHTS, ABSOLUTELY NOTHING; AS IF NO BATTERY IN CAR. HAD IT DIAGOSED IN SHOP TWICE NOW, CAN NOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG (CANNOT DUPLICATE NO START)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-evaporator-core-failure","label":"Evaporator core failure with refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11529663","quote_1_text":"Evaporator Core failed. My safety isn't at risk although I get very hot riding in the car without AC. It was confirmed by a dealer","quote_2_odi":"11397510","quote_2_text":"THE AIR CONDITIONING EVAPORATOR IS LEAKING UNDER NORMAL USE. I WAS TOLD MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT INCLUDED WITH A SPECIAL GM COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT N182186881","quote_3_odi":"11324672","quote_3_text":"EVAPORATOR CORE FOR AIR CONDITIONING LEAKING. IT WAS CONFIRMED AT A CHEVY DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP QUOTED AN ESTIMATED REPAIR PRICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-headlight-low-beam-visibility","label":"Low-beam headlight visibility at distance","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11054048","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS DO NOT LIGHT UP THE ROAD ON RIGHT SIDE, CANNOT SEE ROAD, CURBS OR PEDESTRIANS WHEN TURNING. PROJECTION SYSTEM, DEALER SAYS NOTHING WRONG, VERY DANGEROUS AT NIGHT ESPECIALLY IN THE RAIN","quote_2_odi":"10954226","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS SHINE ONLY HALFWAY UP THE WINDSHIELD AND COVER ONLY A FEW CAR LENGTHS AHEAD. NO VISIBI.ITY AT ALL TO THE SIDES. CANNOT SEE WHEN MAKING TURNS","quote_3_odi":"10944263","quote_3_text":"POOR FRONT LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS LIGHT UP THE ROAD ONLY SHOWING THE BOTTOM 40% OF THE WINDSHIELD AND POOR LIGHTING TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11694490","quote_1_text":"Power steering assist drive with care warning popped up on dash. Took the vehicle to the dealership and they said the power steering gear failed","quote_2_odi":"11277942","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING IN A CURVED LANE ALL OF A SUDDEN A WARNING LIGHT AND POPPED ON THE DASH ABOUT A POWER STEERING ISSUE AND I LOST ALL POWER STEERING AND WAS HEADING OUT OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10991338","quote_3_text":"LOSE A STEERING NO STEERING ASSISTANCE MILEAGE 400KM USING A GM GDS DTC-C056D-ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT INTERNAL MALFUNCTION/ DLC PIN 6-14,SYMPTOM BYTE 39","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2017-transmission-harsh-shifting","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11553159","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and ascending a grade, the vehicle lost forward momentum","quote_2_odi":"11548849","quote_2_text":"The Transmission failed, yes it is available for inspection upon request The car was jerking extremely hard from 1st to second gear. Doing damage to my back","quote_3_odi":"11361513","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE OF MY 2017 CHEVY IMAPLA LT WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE ON 9/26/20. I HAVE 164,000 ON THE VEHICLE AND ACCORDING TO VEHICLEREPORTS.COM THE LIFETIME EXPECTANCY OF THESE TYPES OF VEHICLES ARE ONLY 160,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-ac-evaporator-core-leak","label":"AC evaporator core leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11582997","quote_1_text":"Due to an issue with my 2018 Chevy Impala - V6 engine, I had to have the AC evaporator core replaced due to a leak (faulty part)","quote_2_odi":"11456776","quote_2_text":"Ii purchased the car new. at 3 years and 3 months the evaporator core failed dumping the Freon","quote_3_odi":"11350213","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A STRANGE ODOR WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE INTO CABIN OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11679042","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that recently, the driver’s side air bag deployed while the vehicle was parked and unattended overnight","quote_2_odi":"11340332","quote_2_text":"FREIGHTED: AIRBAG WARNING ON DASH CAME ON, BELLS STARTED MAKING NOSE IN CAR AND GOT ONSTAR ALERT THAT AIRBAG MALFUNCTION TO GET IT TO DEALERSHIP ASAP","quote_3_odi":"11123238","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION WITH A DEER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11131040","quote_1_text":"I TRADED IN THE 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA FOR A 2018 AND NOW THERE ARE TWO MAJOR PROBLEMS WITH THE 2018 IMPALA BACK UP CAMERA SYSTEM. FIRST, IF THERE IS A LIGHT RAIN TO A HEAVY RAIN YOU LOSE 80% TO 90% OF THE CLEAR VISION ON THE MONITOR SCREEN","quote_2_odi":"11176113","quote_2_text":"FOR THE FIRST 4 OR 5 BACKUPS THE REVERSE CAMERA DISPLAY WORKED PROPERLY. THAT IS IT CAME ON WHEN I SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND WENT OFF WHEN I SHIFTED FORWARD. THEN SUDDENLY IT STAYED ON FOR THE REST OF THE WEEK","quote_3_odi":"11206711","quote_3_text":"2018 CHEVROLET IMPALA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO PROBLEMS WITH IMAGE CONCERNING THE REARVIEW CAMERA DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-brake-failure-collision","label":"Brake failure resulting in collision","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11281643","quote_1_text":"THE CAR WAS STOPPED ON A PARKING LOT EXIT RAMP. WHEN THE CAR AHEAD OF ME MOVED FORWARD I TOOK MY FOOT OF OF THE BRAKE SO I COULD MOVE FORWARD. WHEN I APPLIED THE BREAK TO STOP, THE BREAKS DID NOT WORK AND I HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"11268273","quote_2_text":"OCTOBER 10TH, I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I WAS LITERALLY AN ENTIRE CAR LENGTH BACK DRIVING WITH THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC AT 50-55 MPH, WHEN THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP ON THE FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"11235345","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND LADY CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT RAIL ROAD TRACK AND I COULDN'T STOP I RAN INTO THE BACK OF HER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11639349","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to straighten the wheels while in the driveway, the contact discovered that the steering wheel was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11599577","quote_2_text":"Power steering suddenly went out when driving without any indication as to why. Took to dealership and very expensive to fix. Only had the car for 6 months","quote_3_odi":"11363290","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER REVERSING THE VEHICLE AND PLACING THE GEAR SHIFTER IN DRIVE, THE STEERING WHEEL STIFFENED AS THE \"POWER STEERING, DRIVE WITH CARE\" WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power warning with stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11458634","quote_1_text":"When driving on the highway at full speed my car suddenly loses power almost causing me to be hit from behind. I then get a Reduced Engine Power warning","quote_2_odi":"11152371","quote_2_text":"STABILITRACK AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT THE SAME TIME WITH A MESSAGE THAT SAID, 'ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED'. THIS OCCURRED AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11477959","quote_3_text":"While driving from work the car did a quick jerk and the STABILITRAK, ABS AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ALL CAME ON ALL AT ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2018-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shifting and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11746623","quote_1_text":"The transmission failed, shifting is no longer smooth. It hesitates and shakes the entire car, and the car slows down to almost a crawl uphill","quote_2_odi":"11450878","quote_2_text":"I have a 2018 Chevrolet Premier Impala that has started skipping gears at 1st and 2nd while driving. The vehicle shudders when it changes gears","quote_3_odi":"11348753","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPPING, ROUGH SHIFT AND BUCKING BACK AND FORTH. HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY AT LOW SPEEDS AND IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AS WELL AS HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN PASSING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-ac-compressor-premature-failure","label":"AC compressor failing prematurely","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11557381","quote_1_text":"The compressor is not on the recall list but for a 2019 to have it failed requiring a new one not even close to the expected 10-12 year mark. This car part can lead to other safety concerns so I believe needs review for a potential recall","quote_2_odi":"11360008","quote_2_text":"THE 2019 CHEVROLET IMPALA LT HAS 52,000 MILES ON IT. NOW THE AC COMPRESSOR NOT GETTING ANY POWER TO IT. THE COMPRESSOR JUST START BLOWING OUT HOT AIR. THE CAR HAD 34,428 MILES ON IT WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR. THE CHEVY DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND THE PROBLEM. THEY PUT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-airbag-sensor-false-warning","label":"Passenger seat sensor causing false airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11747462","quote_1_text":"No one sits in the passenger seat 99% of the time. The passenger airbag warning light is illuminated, and I am uncertain about its proper deployment in a critical situation. The issue remains unverified by a dealership or any other individual. The component","quote_2_odi":"11716218","quote_2_text":"Airbags turn off when passenger is seated due to an issue with the sensor in the seat that rubs against the seat frame","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11232471","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2019 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH TO SWITCH LANES TO THE RIGHT LANE, ANOTHER DRIVER IN THE LEFT LANE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACTS VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MANEUVERED THE OTHER WAY HOWEVER THE","quote_2_odi":"11390118","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON GARDEN STATE PARKWAY AND HIT A DEER , ALL THE SMOKE CAME OUT BUT MY AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AND MY CAR WAS TOTALLED. I'M GETTING NO RESPONSE FROM DEALER OR ANYBODY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-blind-spot-false-alarm","label":"Blind spot monitor triggering false alarms","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11678231","quote_1_text":"Blind spot detector is causing the driver interface to display false alarms","quote_2_odi":"11526337","quote_2_text":"Passenger side Blind Spot monitoring light consistently stays on even when no cars are next to me. Dangerous specially on the freeway. Took it to dealership said it wasnt covered. Notice the samething happening to alot of the Impala online. Please help","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-heated-wheel-fuse-blown","label":"Heated steering wheel fuse blowing repeatedly","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11385794","quote_1_text":"MY 2019 IMPALA IS EQUIPPED WITH HEATED STEERING WHEEL, IN THE PAST WEEK IT STOPPED WORKING, ONLY TO DISCOVER IT HAD A BLOWN FUSE. I CHANGED THE FUSE ONLY TO HAVE IT BLOWN A SECOND TIME. AT THIS POINT I REALIZED SOMETHING MORE INVOLVED WAS WRONG, TOOK CAR TO","quote_2_odi":"11385049","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS EQUIPPED W/A HEATED STEERING WHEEL. ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON ONE COLD MORNING ONLY TO DISCOVER IT WAS NOT WORKING. CHECKED THE MANUAL TO LOCATE FUSE BOX FOUND FUSE WAS BLOWN, REPLACED FUSE STARTED CAR UP TO CHECK HEATED STEERING WHEEL & NOTHING. AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure warning while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11350913","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING @ 65 MPH ON A STATE HIGHWAY DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER DISPLAYED : \" POWER STEERING FAILURE, DRIVE VEHICLE WITH CAUTION \". CHANGED LANES AS AN INITIAL TEST AND CONFIRMED POWER STEERING WAS UNAVAILABLE. UNKNOWN CAUSE FOR POWER STEERING LOSS","quote_2_odi":"11665228","quote_2_text":"Last summer I was experiencing intermittent issues where the vehicle seemed to have a mind of its own while I was cruising. The steering wheel would randomly lock up as if it was forcing me to go straight on a curved road for example. It would happen a couple","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala","model_slug":"impala","cluster_id":"impala-2019-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of power or reduced power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11387008","quote_1_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT RECENTLY CAME ON, CAR COMPLETELY LOST POWER AND TURNED OFF DURING AS I TURNED RIGHT AT A LIGHT, HAD ONSTAR RUN DIAGNOSTICS, CODE INVOLVED THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM, WAS ADVISED TO FILL UP WITH HIGH QUALITY FUEL, AND DRIVE WITH THE GAS CAP OFF TO","quote_2_odi":"11426568","quote_2_text":"It started raining and then I received a check engine light and reduced engine power light. I was unable to accelerate over 35 mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/impala","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-engine-actuator-solenoid-failure","label":"Engine actuator and solenoid failure with ticking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11324918","quote_1_text":"ENGINE VARIABLE TIMING SOLENOID FAILURE. CURRENTLY NO PARTS AVAILABLE DUE TO EXTREMELY HIGH FAILURE RATE AND NOT CURRENTLY CREATING NEW PARTS. LEAVING THE CAR LACKING ACCELERATION AND AT RISK FOR POSSIBLE INTERNAL DAMAGE. FAILURE AT SPEED OVER 4000 RPM","quote_2_odi":"11317327","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET IMPALA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE MISFIRED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DAVID CHEVROLET BUICK LOCATED AT (10225 NIAGARA FALLS BLVD,","quote_3_odi":"11614087","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed actuator. The contact was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-passenger-airbag-sensing","label":"Front passenger airbag occupant-sensing miscalibration","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11649202","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that the front passenger's side seat belt audible chime was sounded, and the message \"Air Bag ON\" was displayed while the front passenger's side seat was unoccupied. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the","quote_2_odi":"11569039","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is exhibiting the exact conditions outlined in the NHTSA bulletin 15400A: The front-passenger airbag status light will indicate that the airbag is \"on\" when the passenger seat is not occupied or is occupied by an infant. Additionally, the front-passenger seat's","quote_3_odi":"11516150","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Occupant Sensing (AOS) system fails to suppress the front passenger air bag with no passenger in the seat. The airbag on light stays on. There is no code triggered in the system. This also causes the unbuckled passenger seatbelt warning to chime with no passenger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist loss with EPS warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11666565","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. Additionally, the message \"Power Steering Failure\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic,","quote_2_odi":"11638129","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, with the steering wheel being abnormally loose. The vehicle returned to normal","quote_3_odi":"11469636","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering assist without warning. The contact used excessive force to steer the vehicle to the side of the highway. The vehicle was then towed to a dealer where the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-rear-windshield-defrost-short","label":"Rear windshield shattering linked to defroster short","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11636495","quote_1_text":"My back window exploded. The defrost system blew up while driving it's Brown burned marks in my window where the defrost runs","quote_2_odi":"11570405","quote_2_text":"Back windshield exploded/shattered d/t short in defroster. This is the THIRD time this has happened in 5 years, first 2 times were in 2019","quote_3_odi":"11403949","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. I WAS SITTING AT A FAST FOOD DRIVE THRU. WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, MY REAR WINDSHIELD CRACKED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WAS NO BLUNT FORCE OR OBJECT THAT DIRECTLY HIT MY REAR WINDSHIELD. THE WHOLE REAR WINDSHIELD CRACKED AND I HEARD LOUD SOUND WHEN MY REAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-side-detection-module-failure","label":"Side detection module failure with electrical cascade","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11655597","quote_1_text":"I received an alert to service the sideview sensors. Also, the sideview alert keeps flashing in the side mirrors even when there's no vehicle present","quote_2_odi":"11588439","quote_2_text":"The side detection module has just failed out for the second time in under 2 years, 20k miles on my 2014 Impala LTZ. The first time it failed (less than two years ago), the side detection indicator on the mirrors started to go off randomly, and then eventually, I was unable to","quote_3_odi":"11318872","quote_3_text":"SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SYSTEM. WHILE DRIVING THIS MESSAGE COMES ON AND WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED AS WELL. [XXX] DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM SIDE OBJECT DETECTION MODULES COST $841.21 PLUS TAX. I CONTACTED [XXX] FROM GM AT [XXX]. I WAS TOLD THEIR IS NOTHING GM COULD DO AS MY CAR IS AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2014-tcm-stabilitrak-shutdown","label":"Transmission control and Stabilitrak-linked power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":619,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11469509","quote_1_text":"I have taken it in on several occasions and been told there is no active code. My transmission control module constantly looses communication. Through my research I have found numerous accounts of this part failing and GM not repairing it, nor issuing a safety recall. I took the","quote_2_odi":"11656648","quote_2_text":"I have push to start car. On my lunch i starting my car and I immediately notice the rpm went to 2500, which is high and it went up to 3000 and then the warning light flashed stability track error and check engine and swerving light I took a pic. I turn car off and wait a few","quote_3_odi":"11390762","quote_3_text":"IT WAS A RECALL ISSUED IN 2014 FOR STABILITRAK FOR BAD GROUNDS ON MY CHEVY IMPALA AND I WENT TO CHEVY ABOUT IT AND PAID FOR THE DIAGNOSTICS TO CHECK AND THEY TOLD ME IT WAS THE TRANSMISSION THAT I NEEDED. ALSO, THE PAPER DOESN'T TELL ME I NEEDED A TRANSMISSION FIXED, SO I TOOK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-airbag-occupant-sensing-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensing fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11543225","quote_1_text":"Passenger Presence Module is deactivating Passenger airbags intermittently.","quote_2_odi":"11244073","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG SENSOR STARTED TO COME ON RANDOMLY.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11186654","quote_1_text":"WHEN YOU START TO CAR THE POWER STEERING IS OUT AND IT LOCKS UP THEN YOU DRIVE AND IT'S LIKE DRIVING A MANUAL STEERING CAR","quote_2_odi":"11307257","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING. THE RACK HAS TO BE REPLACED. IT'S A $3,000 REPAIR ON A 5 YEAR OLD CAR WITH LESS THAN 60,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-side-detection-water-intrusion","label":"Side blind zone module water intrusion","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11516403","quote_1_text":"Side Blind Zone Alert Module, Service Side Detection System","quote_2_odi":"11460121","quote_2_text":"There is a bad sensor I believe on my impala- the passenger blind spot warning light is staying on all the time - even when the car is off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-taillight-gasket-water-leak","label":"Taillight gasket water leak into trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11517453","quote_1_text":"Water leak into rear compartment / trunk. Health problem with fungus & smell. Inspected by car dealer.","quote_2_odi":"11468239","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Impala. The contact stated that water was entering the trunk of the vehicle and filling up the wheel well. The contact stated that the water was entering through the driver’s side rear taillight housing.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-transmission-shudder-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and TCM failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11447296","quote_1_text":"Automatic transmission shifting problems. Shifting from starting to any kind of incline resistance, car can not shift through first 2 gears. Shaking, rumbling, check engine light flashing, engine bogs, car slows down, causing safety concerns. Had car checked at dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11391100","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A SLIGHT VIBRATION AROUND 20 TO 30 MPH AS GEARS ARE SHIFTING AND IT GOES AWAY...DOES IT REPEATEDLY AT SAME POSITION AND EVERYTHING GOES BACK TO NORMAL...NO CODES OR LIGHTS ON DASH HAPPENS MOSTLY IN MOTION ON INCLINES AND EVEN GROUND AT SAME SPEED GROUPING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-2015-wheel-bearing-stabilitrak-fault","label":"Wheel bearing fault triggers stabilitrak/ABS warning","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11232018","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT, THE STABILITRACK AND ABS DASHBOARD LIGHTS COME ON AND THE READ-OUT PANEL SAYS BOTH SYSTEMS NEED SERVICE AND THESE LIGHTS STAY ON AND THE SYSTEMS SHUT-OFF MAKING THE VEHICLE LESS SAFE…","quote_2_odi":"11349857","quote_2_text":"WHEN I TURN LEFT, THE ABS LIGHT/ TRACTION LIGHT COMES ON AND IT SAYS SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRAK, SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST AND IT MAKES A GRINDING NOISE. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED MY WHEEL BEARINGS AND IT'S STILL THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump failure and hard pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11606119","quote_1_text":"Brake vacuum booster failed resulting in the brakes failing","quote_2_odi":"11536894","quote_2_text":"My 2016 chevy Malibu had brake vacuum pump failure. No warnings. Brake pedal got hard and could not stop","quote_3_odi":"11614644","quote_3_text":"Vacuum pump failure. Brakes failed while driving the car, brakes became manual power but was able to pull over safely. There was no previous warning or error codes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-piston-failure","label":"Cracked pistons and cylinder misfires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11594556","quote_1_text":"Upon topping off the oil problem persisted. After having the engine tested it was determined to have a cracked piston","quote_2_odi":"11590515","quote_2_text":"while driving the engine lost power started idling rough and the MIL came on. The MIL was found to be cyl 1 misfire, mechanic tracked it down to a cracked piston","quote_3_odi":"11470910","quote_3_text":"Car began to lose power while driving down the road, then began sputtering gas and creating black smoke. Engine pistons appear to be shot. Car has a little over 100k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power mode with sudden deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11629154","quote_1_text":"I will be driving at posted speed limits (typically 55 to 60 MPH) and while going up a hill, the engine loses power. I get a notice on my screen that states engine power reduced. Speed reduces to no more than 35 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11586716","quote_2_text":"While traveling at normal speed (55-60MPH) Engine Power Reduced message pops up and car will not accelerate until I pull over, turn it off, then back on after a period of time. Message is beginning to come up frequently. Occurred 3 times this morning on the way to work","quote_3_odi":"11450875","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway at 70 mph and the power in my car was reduced to almost nothing. I could not accelerate. The cars around me barely missed hitting me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle already in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11663473","quote_1_text":"Shift to park message and park not fully engaging. This caused the vehicle to roll back when parked on an incline","quote_2_odi":"11604866","quote_2_text":"“Shift to park” intermittently indicated when vehicle is in park. Power will not shut off while indicated. Was repaired twice but has returned","quote_3_odi":"11487225","quote_3_text":"Once shifting the vehicle into park, the gear selector is indicating the vehicle is in park, but the dash board reads \"shift to park\" and does not allow you to turn off vehicle, it remains in accessory mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-stall-at-idle","label":"Engine shutoff at stops and during Auto Stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11466985","quote_1_text":"While in drive and at stop sign the car starts to shut off. It can be very dangerous due to the fact it completely cuts off at while in drive","quote_2_odi":"11578294","quote_2_text":"When the auto shutdown feature on the car turns off the engine at a stop light; stop sign; or other reason, sometimes the cars entire electrical system shuts down. This happened twice to me. Once at a stoplight and once when freeway traffic came to a sudden stop","quote_3_odi":"11454860","quote_3_text":"When driving the car it will cut off on it's own, shutting down after the reduce engine power light comes on and it fails to re-start. It happens when you are decreasing speed befor e the auto stop can be engage and come to a complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Impala Limited","model_slug":"impala-limited","cluster_id":"impala-limited-2016-water-leak-interior","label":"Water leaks into headliner and trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11547147","quote_1_text":"Water has been leaking into my car from the roof and onto my seats. Today I discovered that I have black mold under my headliner","quote_2_odi":"11460582","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was water leaking through the panel housing of the third brake light onto the headliner and the rear seats and trunk of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11501373","quote_3_text":"I’ve noticed this issue a couple weeks ago but now since it’s been constantly raining I’m having water inside my car every single day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/impala-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11118975","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE AT 51 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. UPON INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE LINE WAS DISCONNECTED AND THE SCREW WAS LOOSE. MEGA MOTORS, INC","quote_2_odi":"11022841","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE BREAKS ON MY CAR SIX TIMES IN TWO YEARS. I REPLACED EVERYTHING I CAN THINK OF AND THE BRAKES ARE WEARING OUT ONLY ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT","quote_3_odi":"11421999","quote_3_text":"Driving at any speed the car will randomly brake on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11408263","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO JOHN ELWAY CHEVROLET LOCATED AT 5200 S. BROADWAY, ENGLEWOOD, CO 80113, TO BE","quote_2_odi":"11232549","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE ENGINE COMPLETELY FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, AN 18 WHEELER TRUCK TAPPED THE REAR OF HER VEHICLE. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. AS A RESULT","quote_3_odi":"11164688","quote_3_text":"WHEN I AM DRIVING, HIGHWAY OR LOCAL, MY ENGINE WILL STUTTER AND SHUT DOWN, OR JUST QUIETLY SHUT DOWN RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. IT IS HAPPENING A LOT. I HAVE FOUND MYSELF FACING ONCOMING TRAFFIC DURING SOME OF THESE STALLS. SOMETIMES I CAN GET IT TO RESTART SND OTHER TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":137,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11704639","quote_1_text":"Power steering failing. As I was driving down the road I got a power steering message and chime. No dash light came on and I lost all ability to turn my vehicles steering wheel. I went to add power steering fluid just to learn that my 2005 Chevy Malibu maxx LS comes equipped","quote_2_odi":"11661092","quote_2_text":"The electric power steering has failed on me numerous times. From being completely locked and having to restart the car 5 times just to free it up, to it locking up while i'm going 70 down the freeway multiple times. one of those times was while i was merging lanes and my wheel","quote_3_odi":"11406107","quote_3_text":"ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY STOPS WORKING WHILE DRIVING. THE DURATION OF THE FAILURE MIGHT BE SHORT PERIOD OR EXTENDED PERIOD. WHEN IT OCCURS AND IN A TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKS FROM YOUR HAND AND IS DIFFICULT TO COMPLETE THE TURN. THE FREQUENCY OF OCCURRENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-headlight-turn-signal-failure","label":"Headlight and turn signal socket failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11208047","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 MALIBU MAXX. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE TURN SIGNALS MALFUNCTIONED AND WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEWIS CHEVROLET OF GARDEN CITY (1903 US 50 BUS E., GARDEN CITY , KS) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_2_odi":"11124073","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT CONTINUES TO SHORT OUT EVEN AFTER REPLACEMENT OF THE SOCKET ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"11061369","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE TURN SIGNAL BULBS FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. UPON INSPECTING THE BULB AND WIRING HARNESS, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE TURN LAMP HOUSING WAS MELTED, WHICH CAUSED THE TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-ignition-key-failure","label":"Ignition switch and key failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11256789","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU MAXX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AND THE ANTI-THEFT WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND DEALER WERE NOT CONTACTED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 165,000","quote_2_odi":"11132937","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE KEY SEIZED IN THE IGNITION AND WAS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11172396","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2005 MALIBU - THAT IS A MONEY PIT- THIER IS A WIRING IGNITION PROBLEM - MY CAR IS AN INTERMITTENT STARTER - I'VE CHANGED FUSES- ALTERNATOR - FUEL PUMP- BEEN TOLD THIS AND THAT - I'M A SINGLE FEMALE - AND CAN'T DRIVE THIS CAR ANYWHERE - IT STOPS WHEN EVER IT WANTS TO -","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2005-transmission-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":1393,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11076847","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TROUBLE SHIFTING IN THE INTENDED GEAR. THE FAILURE OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY THREE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11120609","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU CLASSIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WAS DIFFICULT TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION DUE TO THE GEAR SHIFTER NOT BEING IN THE PARK POSITION, ALTHOUGH THE SHIFT INDICATOR DISPLAYED PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR","quote_3_odi":"11053566","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V252000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SMITH CHEVROLET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2006-anti-theft-stall","label":"Anti-theft system stall and no-start","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":1385,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11306815","quote_1_text":"IN DRIVEWAY ANTI THEFT SYSTEM WENT ON AND VEHICLE WOULDN'T START","quote_2_odi":"11173876","quote_2_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS ,THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START DUE TO A FAULTY SECURITY SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11141478","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, IT STALLED WITHOUT WARNING ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2006-brake-light-malfunction","label":"Brake lights illuminated without pedal depression","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":1385,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11129483","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11162283","quote_2_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON ALL OF THE TIME EXCEPT WHEN FOOT IS RESTING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"11286947","quote_3_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATE WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL BEING PUSHED; THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE PEDAL IS PUSHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2006-fuel-gauge-pump-failure","label":"Fuel gauge misreading and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":1385,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11165749","quote_1_text":"THE GAS GAGE READS THE WRONG SO YOU DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH GAS IS IN YOUR TANK","quote_2_odi":"11300278","quote_2_text":"MY FUEL PUMP DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY IT READS EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"11446493","quote_3_text":"Major fuel leak from fuel pump from gas tank area. This occured while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2006-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":172,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1385,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11715484","quote_1_text":"The power steering went out on the car as I was driving down the highway going 65 mph","quote_2_odi":"11661374","quote_2_text":"MY ELECTRIC POWER STEERING HAS GONE OUT CAUSING WHEEL TO BE TIGHT AND HARD TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"11726385","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking space, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-brake-light-malfunction","label":"Brake light illumination malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11747296","quote_1_text":"Randomly when I press the brakes the brake lights don't turn on","quote_2_odi":"11558350","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the brake lights illuminated without the brake pedal being depressed","quote_3_odi":"11491435","quote_3_text":"Brake lights automatically come on when you don't touch the brakes and go off when you do","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss during driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":108,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11712986","quote_1_text":"The EPS malfunctions and turns off during normal driving operations at random intervals","quote_2_odi":"11642665","quote_2_text":"The power steering consistently locks up. It may or may not reset itself if you turn the car off and back on","quote_3_odi":"11463660","quote_3_text":"The contact then used extra effort to steer the vehicle while pulling into a nearby parking lot, where she turned off the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-esc-traction-control-fault","label":"Electronic stability control fault with reduced engine power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11408211","quote_1_text":"THE 'SERVICE ESC', 'ESC OFF', CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT, AND TRACTION LIGHTS STAY ON. WITH THESE ON, I CANNOT ACCELERATE PAST 20MPH","quote_2_odi":"11277016","quote_2_text":"(ESC) TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM NEEDS REPAIRS COMES ON CAUSING THE CAR TO REDUCE ENGINE POWER IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11349717","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE THREW ITSELF INTO LIMP MODE WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING DOWN A BUSY INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, AND AFTER SUPPOSSED REPAIRS DID THE SAME AGAIN WHEN SHE WAS IN A BAD SECTION OF THE CITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-headlight-low-beam-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure and wiring harness damage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11376858","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS BURN OUT WITHIN A FEW MONTHS OF REPLACEMENT. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TWO TO THREE TIMES A YEAR","quote_2_odi":"11310753","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT WORKS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11268010","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY LOW BEAMS SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-no-start-stall-failure","label":"Vehicle failure to start or unexpected stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11733969","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it failed to start up","quote_2_odi":"11328629","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR ALMOST 2 YEARS THE COMPUTER CRASHED (CODE U0100 ECM PCMA) UNFORTUNATELY THE CAR DOESN'T START AT ALL SO NOW I MAY HAVE TO GET A NEW CAR BECAUSE THE CAR LOT DOESN'T WANT TO PAY FOR IT","quote_3_odi":"11165189","quote_3_text":"IGNITION HEATS UP AND WILL NOT START UNTIL COOLS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2008-shifter-cable-failure","label":"Gear shifter and shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1015,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11603674","quote_1_text":"I backed my car up, put the car in park, opened the door and got out","quote_2_odi":"11364619","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, THE GEAR SHIFTER MOVED THROUGH THE GEARS AND WAS STUCK IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"11291319","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE SHIFT CABLE SNAPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2009-brake-light-polarity-reversed","label":"Brake lights illuminating opposite of pedal input","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":1509,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11622953","quote_1_text":"While driving at night with the lights on, the rear taillights are bright all the time. when you press the brake pedal, the rear taillights go dim or completely dark","quote_2_odi":"11499243","quote_2_text":"My brake light illuminate while driving when not touched.. if I tap the brake they will turn off","quote_3_odi":"11561759","quote_3_text":"I have a 2009 chevy malibu that is under the NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V252000. The recall fix on this vehicle was performed but did not fix the issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2009-eps-loss-esc-warning","label":"Electric power steering loss with ESC warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":156,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1509,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11702382","quote_1_text":"power steering will shut off when moving at slow speeds or when stopped with car running such as at a stop light. warning lights will flash","quote_2_odi":"11669989","quote_2_text":"The power steering keeps going in and out and the vehicle only has 85,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11643689","quote_3_text":"The steering recently failed in my 2009 Chevrolet Malibu (VIN # [XXX] ) and I feel that my car should have been included in the October 2014 safety recall related to the Torque Sensor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2009-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power with ESC warning message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":1509,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11456935","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2009 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 55-60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to 40 MPH and the warning messages; “Service ESC” and “Engine Power Reduced” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11456806","quote_2_text":"My car keep showing the engine reduced light and esc service light I have paid to get a new computer and gas petal and a throttle body from the Chevy computer and it’s still doing the same thing","quote_3_odi":"11435159","quote_3_text":"As I drive on highway and go a certain speed it slows down and engine power reduced and service traction pops up on my dashboard if cut it off it will not crank back up until I let the car cool down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2009-seat-frame-failure","label":"Driver seat frame and adjustment lever failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":1509,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11428630","quote_1_text":"The drivers seat frame failed via a broken weld. The weld is located on the front and right hand side of the seat (assuming you are sitting in the seat)","quote_2_odi":"11428885","quote_2_text":"Driver seats horizontal bar has snapped it now leans to th e left","quote_3_odi":"11455385","quote_3_text":"I went to move the Lever to the driver side seat to adjust the back of the seat for support","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2009-transmission-wave-plate-failure","label":"Transmission wave-plate failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":1509,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11444327","quote_1_text":"In searching onstar ran codes and I found info about 3/5-r wave plate “service bulletin”. Had car towed to dealer who confirmed and said metal flakes in tranny and was due to “common issue of wave plate”","quote_2_odi":"11443586","quote_2_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION AND SUSPENSION FAILURES","quote_3_odi":"11443326","quote_3_text":"Transission was recalled by GMC, however my VIN# was not included","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2010-brake-lights-illuminate-unprompted","label":"Brake lights illuminate without pedal applied","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1361,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632002","quote_1_text":"This is in reference to GM Recall Number: 13036 - I noticed that from time to time the service traction warning comes on, service esc warning comes on, my cruise control stops working suddenly. I didn't think anything of it until I finally noticed my brake lights were","quote_2_odi":"11522375","quote_2_text":"Brake lights stay on when not even pressing the brake pedal. This causes cruise control to shut off too. Sometimes \"Service ESC\" and \"Traction Control\" light will come on randomly too. Had taken it to Chevy dealership multiple times to have this issue fixed but problems seems to","quote_3_odi":"11351553","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT FAILED TO ILLUMINATE BUT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE SERVICE TRAC START WARNING LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2010-engine-power-reduced-mode","label":"Engine power reduced warning with sudden power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1361,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11453275","quote_1_text":"“Engine Power Reduced” comes on suddenly, alongside numerous other lights (check engine, service traction, ESC, etc). This causes the vehicle to reduce speed in traffic, increasing risk of collision. Other models of Chevy Malibu have been recalled for this same issue (faulty","quote_2_odi":"11498043","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving over rough roads, the vehicle displayed a Service Traction, Service EFC and EFC Off, and Engine Power Reduced messages. After coming to a complete stop and then the attempting to accelerate, the","quote_3_odi":"11389510","quote_3_text":"WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH, LOST POWER FOR A SPLIT SECOND THEN REGAINED. ABOUT 5 MILES TOWARD DESTINATION, AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT I WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN & WHEN I ACCELERATED, THE CAR COMPLETELY DIED WITH LINE OF TRAFFIC BEHIND ME. SHOULD THIS CAR HAVE DIED IN THE MIDST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2010-headlight-wiring-harness-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and wiring harness failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":1361,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11526313","quote_1_text":"Passenger side low beam headlight wiring harness connector keeps melting even after replacement. Noticed online that many owners are experiencing the same issue. Replaced harness multiple times and same issue reoccurs after two to three weeks of use","quote_2_odi":"11320067","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHTS FOR THE 5TH TIME IN THE LAST 3 YEARS. JUST REPLACED THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT LAST WEEK AND EXACTLY A WEEK LATER, IT IS BACK OUT ON THE SAME SIDE, 6TH TIME. IN THE PAST, I'VE HAD BOTH REPLACED WHEN ONE BLOWS OUT","quote_3_odi":"11319746","quote_3_text":"REPEATING HEADLAMP FAILURE. BULBS HAVE BEEN REPLACED THREE TIMES IN PAST YEAR. BOTH BULBS (DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES) HAVE BEEN REPLACED DURING SERVICE THOUGH ONLY ONE HAD FAILED, IN HOPES OF EXTENDING TIME BETWEEN THE NEXT REQUIRED SERVICE. HEADLAMP BULB REPLACEMENT ON THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2010-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1361,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11751580","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the steering wheel was shaking and locked up, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle lost power steering functionality. The power steering warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11512149","quote_2_text":"Hello I am very upset I was driving down the street normal day then all of a sudden my steering wheel got hard to turn... Then esc/power steering light came on. My steering wheel does shakes a little because it's dangerous to drive. I called to the Chevy dealership they said","quote_3_odi":"11509587","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while her son was driving at approximately 60 MPH, the power steering failed, and the steering wheel had become very difficult to turn to the left or right. The contact stated her son was able to pull off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Service air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11435771","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the \"Service Air Bag\" warning light was illuminated. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a recall","quote_2_odi":"11390125","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT JUST KEEPS POPPING ON AND OFF. I SEE THERE IS A RECALL, BUT NOT FOR MY VIN","quote_3_odi":"11315913","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENTLY THE SERVICE AIRBAG WARNING COMES UP AND AT OTHER TIMES IT IS NOT ON. HAVE BEEN TOLD IT COULD BE LINKED TO DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-fuse-box-stall","label":"Fuse box and wiring harness failure causing stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11446668","quote_1_text":"I have had my Chevy Malibu since 2016. In the almost 7 years I have had this car I has had the same issue with both starting and stalling while driving. There has been many time it has completely shut off while on the expressway","quote_2_odi":"11432433","quote_2_text":"The rear defrost stopped working. Had my auto mechanic review and Rear Fuse Box had melted fuses which was effecting rear defrost. The rear Fuse Box needs replacing per mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11399502","quote_3_text":"ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE WOULD NOT START IT WOULD CRANK BUT WOULDN'T START AND THEN IT WOULDN'T CRANK AT ALL AND I COULDN'T HEAR MY FUEL PUMP FREAKING AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and wiring failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11593651","quote_1_text":"Passenger headlight keeps going out. Have had to replace 4 times in 3 years. Difficult taking off entire bumper","quote_2_odi":"11486995","quote_2_text":"Headlights fail. I have had to replace my headlights several times. I have also had to replace the entire headlight assembly","quote_3_odi":"11384839","quote_3_text":"THE LOW BEAM PORTION OF HEADLIGHTS STARTED GOING OUT AND BACK ON PERIODICALLY WHILE DRIVING I'VE REPLACED THE BULBS TWICE WITHIN 6 MONTHS AND IT CONTINUES TO REPEAT ISSUE THE BULBS ARE NOT BLOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11746504","quote_1_text":"Everytime I turn on my car, I get a warning for ESC power steering and I have no power steering. Usually it will fix itself have shutting it off once and starting it again immediately. There has been a couple times where it has taken multiple starts to fix itself","quote_2_odi":"11727609","quote_2_text":"The Powersteering is failing in my 2011 Chevrolet Malibu with 93K miles on it. The warning light on the dashboard appears randomly then it becomes difficult to steer","quote_3_odi":"11631492","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the power steering failure warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power and engine stall or failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11651049","quote_1_text":"Reduced engine power, appears on the dashboard. The motor begins to shake, slow down excessively if I'm driving on the highway, and needs to be shut off to reset the computer","quote_2_odi":"11637098","quote_2_text":"My car stopped running at 78,500 miles. I had it diagnosed twice and I was told the engine needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11384848","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE REDUCE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-seat-frame-weld","label":"Driver seat frame weld fracture","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11722790","quote_1_text":"Weld on the back, right side of the driver's seat broke causing the seat to rock while driving. This is the second time this has happened, as we replaced the original seat when this happened to it","quote_2_odi":"11427823","quote_2_text":"Driver side seat weld has failed causing seat to lean & become unstable. This failure put my entire family at risk","quote_3_odi":"11309864","quote_3_text":"I GOT INTO MY CAR AND THE DRIVER SEAT COLLAPSED ON THE BACK-RIGHT SIDE. AFTER INSPECTION, I FOUND THAT THE WELD BROKE, CAUSING MY CAR TO BE EXTREMELY UNSAFE TO DRIVE!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and rough or failed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11430543","quote_1_text":"While driving down a highway at 60mph, the transmission failed, at just over 118,000. It started surging without moving forward any faster, and reverse doesn't work at all anymore","quote_2_odi":"11430310","quote_2_text":"On busy city 3 lane highway transmission failed to engage. I managed to drift right to immediate side street, emergency blinkers on, horns blowing","quote_3_odi":"11350042","quote_3_text":"CAR QUIT SHIFTING INTO 3RD, 4TH OR 5TH GEAR AND REVERSE. EXITING THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT DOWNSHIFTED VERY SUDDENLY AND VERY HARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-airbag-warning-sensor","label":"Air bag warning light and sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11621232","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while a passenger was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light intermittently illuminated while driving at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11567700","quote_2_text":"Air bag disabled light came on got the code checked the connector for the air bag on the drivers side either came disconnected or is defective and it disabled all my air bags","quote_3_odi":"11390226","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S AIR BAG OCCUPANT SENSOR HAD BECOME DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NOT RECOGNIZE ANY OCCUPANT UNDER 130 POUNDS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER'S SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-fuel-pump-wiring-stall","label":"Fuel pump wiring overheating and engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11572808","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will intermittently not start, have to tap on trunk fuse box to get the Malibu to start, the wire is too small and burns up, can’t find anyone to replace it, is a big issue with this generation of Malibu","quote_2_odi":"11322490","quote_2_text":"THIS IS MY THIRD COMPLAINT BECAUSE MY CAR HAS ELECTRICAL ISSUES THAT NEED REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, WOULD HAVE TO TAP ON FUEL BOX LOCATED IN TRUNK TO GET IT TO START","quote_3_odi":"11321634","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD RANDOMLY NOT START UP. STARTER WOULD ENGAGE WITH KEY TURNED, BUT ENGINE WOULD NOT FIRE OFF AND RUN. NO CODES FROM DIAGNOSTICS. NEVER HEARD FUEL PUMP ENERGIZE WITH PROBLEM PRESENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-headlight-wiring-melt","label":"Headlight wiring harness melting and low-beam failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11664223","quote_1_text":"Passenger side headlamp burned out took off bumper to inspect and the wiring pigtail to the headlight has melted causing it to malfunction so now in order to make it work you have to disconnect the daytime running lights so that the melting stops","quote_2_odi":"11647143","quote_2_text":"Passenger and or driver side low beam headlight continues to go out. Mechanic has found connector keeps burning out the socket. Light is burnt out on bott sides. but connector is shorting out. Fire and safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11341114","quote_3_text":"MY 2012 CHEVY MALIBU PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM HAS GONE OUT FOR THE SECOND TIME IN LESS THAN A YEAR. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, I FOUND THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE FOR THE CHEVY MALIBU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with ESC warning","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11710607","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the power steering warning light was illuminated, and the message \"ESC OFF\" was displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced an intermittent loss of power steering while driving","quote_2_odi":"11723670","quote_2_text":"On March 4, 2026, my wife was driving the vehicle when she suddenly lost power steering. The steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn, creating a dangerous situation that could have resulted in serious injury","quote_3_odi":"11546085","quote_3_text":"Attempting to pull out of my parking lot, I was suddenly unable to steer my car. Immediately warning lights went on in the dashboard the car would not move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-seat-belt-cable-failure","label":"Seat belt cable and anchor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11532634","quote_1_text":"Driver safety belt lap anchor cable has broke and recall 15031 was already done not fixing the problem","quote_2_odi":"11456514","quote_2_text":"The cable that connects the drivers side seatbelt to the frame of the car completely severed in half (possibly due to repeated bending/fatigue when buckling the seatbelt)","quote_3_odi":"11558294","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while using the driver's side seat belt, the attachment on the seat belt fractured. The seat belt became inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2012-seat-frame-fracture","label":"Driver seat frame fracture","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":906,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11512046","quote_1_text":"Driver seat frame bar broke. Is weld and the weld broke when I was on the road. Safety concern when I turn left or right driver seat moves a lot","quote_2_odi":"11385380","quote_2_text":"THE WELD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT HAS BROKEN MAKING THE SEAT UNSTABLE. I WAS GETTING INTO THE CAR AND HEARD IT SNAP THEN FALL TOWARD THE MIDDLE OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11329221","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT METAL FRAME FRACTURED, CAUSING THE SEAT TO COLLAPSE WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11722735","quote_1_text":"Driver going 60+ mph hit metal guardrail, spun and slammed into concrete side of bridge. No airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11573302","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage after two weeks, he started the vehicle and reversed onto the driveway. The driver's side and passenger's side air bags deployed without impact or warning","quote_3_odi":"11638295","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-brake-pedal-loss-of-braking","label":"Brake pedal binding and loss of braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11676413","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal sticks. I took to Chevrolet dealership because I saw a recall describing this exact scenario","quote_2_odi":"11664767","quote_2_text":"There is a recall on the brake booster on the 2014 Malibu manufactured in 2013 my car is a 2013 and I have the same issue.i have had multiple things wrong.I was driving and had no brakes at all I had to push hard and it finally stopped","quote_3_odi":"11738680","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2013 Chevrolet Malibu (2.5L), I experienced a sudden and severe failure of the braking system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster display goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11499539","quote_1_text":"The gauge cluster in my car has intermittently lost power for about two years. It is now almost always off. I have been unable to have this repaired as the parts have been unavailable nationwide since I initially started having problems","quote_2_odi":"11616285","quote_2_text":"On the backside of instrument gauge cluster the soldering goes bad and seems to be a common problem with this year of Malibu.You lose all function and lighting of cluster while driving so you have no speedometer, fuel or temperature gauges and it goes black","quote_3_odi":"11543481","quote_3_text":"The instrument cluster goes out. Can't see anything on the dash speed gas or anything while driving or goes out completely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-power-seat-control-failure","label":"Driver power seat control panel failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11420407","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat became defective and would not remain sturdy while driving","quote_2_odi":"11448320","quote_2_text":"My driver seat is powered and it is inoperative. It remains stuck in a reclined position","quote_3_odi":"11405260","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SEAT ELECTRIC CONTROL PANEL SEPARATED FROM SEAT WITHIN 2 YEARS OF PURCHASE OF THE NEW VEHICLE. THE PANEL HANGS OFF OF THE SEAT AND OVER TIME HAS CAUSED THE SEAT TO BECOME DAMAGED, WHICH THEN CAUSED PINCHING AND SCRATCHING OF DRIVER'S LEG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-rear-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe link rod fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11563518","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle the rear toe link broke leaving me stranded on the side of the road. With no dealers close I replaced the passenger rear toe link to get the car mobile again","quote_2_odi":"11477334","quote_2_text":"2013 CHEVROLET MALIBU. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO TOE LINK SUSPENSION ROD FAILURE. THE CONSUMER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE RECALL UNTIL AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE DRIVER OF THE VEHICLE CRASHED DUE TO THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11609532","quote_3_text":"After being repaired for recall - 99recall N212330130 rear suspension safety recall. There is a noise coming from the rear of vehicle when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2013-stall-charging-system","label":"Engine stall and loss of power tied to charging system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":922,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11715081","quote_1_text":"Gradual battery charge loss, check engine light (MIL) illumination, and engine stall or failure to start","quote_2_odi":"11727402","quote_2_text":"The electrical system has caused the car to stop mid traffic multiple times while driving. Had everything checked and it does it multiple times with my kids in the car","quote_3_odi":"11595195","quote_3_text":"Battery voltage going up and down. Car will make clicking sound. Car will shut off and start back up. Battery issue will pop up n steering wheel will lock while driving and service battery charging will pop on dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2014-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto Stop/Start feature fails to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11447325","quote_1_text":"2014 Chevy Malibu has a start/ stop feature that doesn't work. When stopping the car shuts off completely and does not start back up","quote_2_odi":"11337429","quote_2_text":"THE CARS STOP START FUNCTION IS MALFUNCTIONING AND WILL COMPLETELY TURN THE CAR OFF WHEN ENGAGED. I HAVE ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED TWICE IN THE LAST TWO WEEKS DUE TO THIS","quote_3_odi":"11613762","quote_3_text":"The cars automatic start/stop will activate and not restart the car. This has happened at stop signs, stop lights, intersections, hard breaks, etc","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2014-electrical-sensor-faults","label":"Intermittent electrical and sensor faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11718099","quote_1_text":"I haven’t been in an accident or even tapped anything with my vehicle but a system warning stating the airbags may be malfunctioning continuously flashed on the driver dashboard and now my “check engine” warning light is continuously lit","quote_2_odi":"11611964","quote_2_text":"I have an electrical problem with my car. Driver seat is electrical and the seat has been stuck in one position. The siding of the seat where the buttons are broke","quote_3_odi":"11364435","quote_3_text":"KEY CONSISTING BECOMES STUCK IN THE IGNITION CYLINDER OF MY 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT TURN OFF DUE TO THE KEY BEING STUCK IN THE IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2014-hvac-defrost-failure","label":"HVAC and defrost system failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11568411","quote_1_text":"The defrost control does not engage properly causing very poor visual conditions. Has been this way for a long time now and have not been able to get it fixed","quote_2_odi":"11361106","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THROUGH FOG AT 65 MPH, THE DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED HOWEVER, FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"11420004","quote_3_text":"Front defroster does not work. Started to function improperly at intermittent intervals but is completely non functional now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2014-rocker-arm-oil-control-valve","label":"Rocker arm oil control valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11317612","quote_1_text":"CHEVROLET DID A TERRIBLE JOB CREATING A ENGINE THEN DISCONTINUING PARTS TO IT. THE ROCKER ARM OIL CONTROL VALVE IS A KNOWN FAILURE POINT ON THIS VEHICLE AND THEY DISCONTINUED IT","quote_2_odi":"11307936","quote_2_text":"PART NUMBER 12633613 IS FAULTY AND GM DOESN'T HAVE A REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABLE. CAR HAS BEEN SITTING FOR THE LAST 4 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11301458","quote_3_text":"PART NO. 12633613 WHICH IS A VALVE IS CURRENTLY ON NATIONAL BACK ORDER. THERE ARE CURRENTLY 23,000 CUSTOMERS WAITING FOR THIS PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2014-transmission-hesitation-failure","label":"Transmission hesitation and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11607041","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while accelerating between 0 to 20 MPH, the transmission hesitated while shifting into first gear","quote_2_odi":"11476882","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that when she started the vehicle, the vehicle was in manual mode while the vehicle was parked. The vehicle failed to shift into gear as needed","quote_3_odi":"11254622","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET MALIBU. WHILE DRIVING, THE GEAR SELECTOR FLASHED, AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and control module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682022","quote_1_text":"Service airbag light goes on and off. Also passenger air bag keeps turning on and off","quote_2_odi":"11319116","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LIBERTYVILLE CHEVROLET SERVICE LOCATED AT (1001 S MILWAUKEE AVE, LIBERTYVILLE, IL 60048), TO BE DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11175067","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAG SERVICE LIGHT WAS ON- I HAD A DIAGNOSTIC RAN ON MY VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD BY THE GLENDORA CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP THAT MY VEHICLE WAS TOO DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AND I NEEDED TO HAVE MY AIRBAG REPLACED FOR $1,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto Stop/Start system stall and failure to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11511656","quote_1_text":"When I come to a stop my auto stop engages and when i accelerate to continue driving my car won’t turn back on and stays dead for up to 20 minutes. I have almost been rear ended numerous times","quote_2_odi":"11493309","quote_2_text":"2015 malibu which is equipped with auto stop will shudder and die anytime you stop. Car has been taken to multiple shops to try and get it fixed but nothing done has fixed the problem. Car has become a danger to drive","quote_3_odi":"11476369","quote_3_text":"I have a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. I was driving in traffic and stopped. The auto stop engaged. When I put my foot on the gas peddle to continue on in traffic, the engine would not start. I had to set there for 5 minutes before the car would restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-cabin-water-leak","label":"Water intrusion into cabin and trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11377024","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME IT RAINS OR I WASH THE CAR, WATER LEAKS INTO MY TRUNK. I'VE BEEN TOLD IT WAS DUE TO THE ANTENNA SEAL AND I HAVE HEARD THIS WAS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THESE CARS, BUT I HAVENT SEEN ANYWHERE THAT THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11307467","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME IT RAINS OR SNOWS, SOMEHOW WATER GETS IN MY CAR. THE WINDOWS ARE COMPLETELY SHUT, DOORS ARE CLOSED, AND TRUNK IS TOO. HOWEVER, THE AREA FOR MY SPARE TIRE FILLS UP WITH WATER","quote_3_odi":"11191080","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS PARKED IN A RESIDENTIAL PARKING LOT. A WATER LEAK BEGAN. WATER WAS ON THE FLOOR OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE AND ON THE FLOOR ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE BEHIND THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power limiting speed while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683262","quote_1_text":"I was coming home from school pickup, and the light said the engine power was reducing. Then the screen said that I couldn't go past 25 miles per hour. The skid sign came on also. The car started slowing down on its own. The car then stopped","quote_2_odi":"11492235","quote_2_text":"I was almost to work on the highway and my car dashboard said Engine Power is Reduced. It quickly started powering down from 74 directly to 50 then 40, then 35 and finally to 26 before I could safely pull off to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11669427","quote_3_text":"The engine power reduced light came on twice. I have been feeling a slight hesitation when driving for a couple of months but this is the first time that light came on. It happened on i65n about 140 miles from Montgomery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-rocker-arm-oil-control-valve","label":"Rocker arm oil control valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11474618","quote_1_text":"The car is stalling upon acceleration, which causes a jerking sensation. It has been diagnosed as an Intake Rocker Arm Solenoid Valve (oil). I have researched and notice that this has been a recall on previous models such as the 2014 Chevy Malibu","quote_2_odi":"11433613","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle started jerking with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle failed to accelerate properly while driving to the residence","quote_3_odi":"11309203","quote_3_text":"SEPT 2019 THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON IN MY 2015 CHEVROLET MALIBU. DEALER DETERMINED PART# 12633613, ROCKER ARM CONTROL VALVE, IS THE SOURCE OF THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. I CAN NOT GET THE PART THRU DEALER OR AFTERMARKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"chevrolet-malibu-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and sudden loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725686","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to stop to make a turn, and there was a popping sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","quote_2_odi":"11691602","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle came to a complete stop independently. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11600955","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11743632","quote_1_text":"The brake vacuum pump broke, causing my brakes to go rock hard and pieces fell down into the camshaft, causing engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11536894","quote_2_text":"My 2016 chevy Malibu had brake vacuum pump failure. No warnings. Brake pedal got hard and could not stop","quote_3_odi":"11486290","quote_3_text":"The brake booster vacuum pump failed, twice. There wasn’t any warning messages prior to the failure. It is available for inspection. Both incidents happened on the freeway, which put mine and other drivers at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Clear coat peeling on hood and roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11737944","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing premature clear coat failure on the hood and roof. The affected areas show widespread oxidation, dulling, and breakdown of the clear coat, while vertical panels remain unaffected","quote_2_odi":"11656612","quote_2_text":"The clear coat has become dull and faded on the hood and roof, and the side panels are beginning to chip and peel, despite regular washing and maintenance","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-cracked-pistons","label":"Cracked pistons and internal engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11590515","quote_1_text":"while driving the engine lost power started idling rough and the MIL came on. The MIL was found to be cyl 1 misfire, mechanic tracked it down to a cracked piston. A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL YEAR AND ENGINE. the VIN does not show it as being included in any recall","quote_2_odi":"11496025","quote_2_text":"Engine/Pistons Car has 80,000 miles and the engine/pistons have gone out on this car. I have had the car inspected by the Chevrolet dealership and they were shocked that a car that has been taken care of so good with so little miles is giving me a problem so major and expensive","quote_3_odi":"11734369","quote_3_text":"On 04/28/2026, when diagnosing a reoccurring check engine light on the vehicle at a Chevy Certified Service, the mechanic \"Borescoped cylinder 4 and found significant scuffs on the cylinder wall which along with the misfires indicate a cracked piston","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-ebcm-brake-drag","label":"EBCM failure with brake drag and ABS warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11691669","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Chevy Malibu Limited is experiencing Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) failure symptoms that match Recall 39440, even though my VIN is not listed in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11704816","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Malibu has a severe EBCM-related safety defect causing all four brakes to drag and overheat (reaching 240°F), leading to unstable handling. This condition mirrors the 2016 Malibu EBCM recall (GM Recall 39440)","quote_3_odi":"11607420","quote_3_text":"The electrical chip in my EBCM has a malfunction and the brakes will grab and grind at random times. Also at the time electronic stability control will mess up increasing the risk of a crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-fuel-pump-detachment","label":"High-pressure fuel pump detachment and fuel leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11690991","quote_1_text":"The high-pressure fuel pump detached from the cylinder head. The dealership confirmed diagnostic trouble code P228C and reported that one mounting bolt was missing and another bolt was broken off inside the cylinder head, causing the pump to come loose and fail","quote_2_odi":"11720169","quote_2_text":"Fuel Injector Backing ring Failing causing O-ring to dislodge and Rupture due to high pressure fuel leaking past the seal. This is causing a Major fire Hazard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power mode with sudden deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11590824","quote_1_text":"On may 23,2024 I was on a very busy highway going 66. All of a sudden my 2016 malibu lt aburtely slowed to 27 miles an hour and two warnings lights came on 1 -engine power is reduced 2 - speed reduced to 27 I barely avoided getting hit by two semi trucks, as well as a car","quote_2_odi":"11554408","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Chevy Malibu that does not have many miles on it is shifting into, Reduced Engine Power Mode. When this comes on I cannot accelerate up to speeds and can only go about 25 MPH. It is dangerous that my car can go from highway speeds to this slow","quote_3_odi":"11615368","quote_3_text":"I experienced a check engine light and a \"reduced engine power\" message in the middle of traffic in the stromy rain. I was driving 35 to 40 mph before vehicle slowed to almost a stop and when pressed gas pedal it excel slowly creeped to less than 30 MPH THANKFUL I wasn't…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-shift-to-park","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle already in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11682867","quote_1_text":"2016 Chevy Malibu is experiencing a “Shift to Park” issue, where the car does not recognize it is in Park even after shifting correctly. This prevents the vehicle from turning off, leaving lights and electronics running, which can drain the battery","quote_2_odi":"11487225","quote_2_text":"Once shifting the vehicle into park, the gear selector is indicating the vehicle is in park, but the dash board reads \"shift to park\" and does not allow you to turn off vehicle, it remains in accessory mode","quote_3_odi":"11507614","quote_3_text":"My 2016 Chevrolet malibu is displaying a \"shift to park\" message for the second time. We had the Automatic Transmission Control (GM part# 84347430) replaced two separate times already costing us over $1600 in repairs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2016-water-leak-trunk","label":"Water leak into trunk and cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":859,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11649216","quote_1_text":"Water leaks into the trunk and back seat of the vehicle because the seal around the upper brake light in the rear glass is faulty, causing a mildew/mold odor in the trunk","quote_2_odi":"11547147","quote_2_text":"Water has been leaking into my car from the roof and onto my seats. Today I discovered that I have black mold under my headliner. So water is somehow leaking through and had been for some time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11484400","quote_1_text":"During the crash, no air bags were deployed including the passenger side curtain airbags. The front seat passenger sustained neck back and hip injuries and the driver sustained neck and back injuries both requiring medical treatment","quote_2_odi":"11489639","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 -35 mph and making a turn, a 2009 Hyundai Elantra sideswiped the vehicle and crashed into the driver's rear quarter panel. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11530617","quote_3_text":"I was traveling at 55 mph and hit a deer with my car's front end. The impact affected about 60% of my front end. I couldn't escape from my vehicle through either front doors, I had to use the rear passenger doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11748825","quote_1_text":"I was driving and as traffic came to a stop, I pressed the brake to stop and my brakes gave out. I immediately lifted my foot and press extremely hard on my brake pedal and was able to stop though the stopping distance was much further and nearly caused an accident","quote_2_odi":"11525439","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop as needed. The contact was able to get to the side of the road but ended up in a ditch which stopped the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11634739","quote_3_text":"The brake booster and vacuum pump keep failing. I’ve replaced the booster 3 times and the pump 2 times the first time the pump went it broke off and broken pieces of metal had to be taken out of the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving or stopped","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11496128","quote_1_text":"Engine shuts off while driving and sometimes will not restart. This is not the regular start/stop functionality. My car shuts of when it should not and creates a crash hazard","quote_2_odi":"11659953","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart","quote_3_odi":"11593032","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while stationary at a stop light and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended, and the vehicle stalled in the middle of an intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump failure and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11578028","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump blew out while driving on the highway going to Minnesota from Illinois. Fuel was spraying onto the engine and leaking onto the ground. I immediately pulled over and stopped the car, turned off the engine and raised the hood","quote_2_odi":"11704424","quote_2_text":"Fuel is leaking and it is messing up my emissions. I had the emissions fixed for my safety inspection. But soon after 2 days later fuel keeps leaking and the smell of gas is so strong in my car","quote_3_odi":"11531513","quote_3_text":"Issues with fuel pump. Other 2017 Chevrolet Malibu's already have this recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power message with loss of acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11494024","quote_1_text":"The error message \"Engine Power Reduced\" appeared on the dash while driving on the interstate and my car began rapidly decelerating on its own. I had no where to get off the interstate and pulled over on the side","quote_2_odi":"11487674","quote_2_text":"The accelerator pedal position sensor failed causing reduced engine power mode. This happened on the highway with the speed limit of 55 which reduced my speed to 20 mph while around other vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11731087","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message \"Engine Power Reduced\" was displayed, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. Due to the issue, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, and the contact was forced to pull over and turn off the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-shift-to-park","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle failing to power off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11683384","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that the vehicle was shifted to park, but failed to turn off. The shift to park message was displayed. The contact wiggled the gear shifter, and the vehicle eventually turned off","quote_2_odi":"11480658","quote_2_text":"In order to turn off the vehicle, the vehicle must be in park. I have experienced several incidences where, despite being in park (shifter is moved all the way forward and the “P” is red on the dash display), the vehicle will not turn off and states to shift to park to turn off","quote_3_odi":"11590760","quote_3_text":"When powering off car, shift to park message is displayed even though the car is in park. The vehicle will not power all the way down, and the battery will drain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2017-stop-lamp-water-leak","label":"Center high mount stop lamp water leak into interior","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":720,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11560940","quote_1_text":"Water was leaking through the center high mount stop lamp and pooling into the spare tire well. Water was also soaking through the rear headliner. Condensation was building up inside the vehicle due to the pooled water and water soaked headliner","quote_2_odi":"11624415","quote_2_text":"The third break light above the rear windshield doesn't have proper rubber seals which cause water to leak into the housing and the break light to short out, and also water to leak throughout the upper interior and into the truck causing rust and mold","quote_3_odi":"11512021","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that water was leaking into the vehicle from the headliner by the rear third brake light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera intermittent display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11693251","quote_1_text":"The backup camera for this vehicle is starting to fail and the view is blurry. Additionally, it seems that this also is affecting the rear traffic alert as I almost crashed into someone at a parking lot when trying to back out of a space","quote_2_odi":"11697873","quote_2_text":"The back up camera cuts out while backing up. The lines vanish and leave only the picture","quote_3_odi":"11722672","quote_3_text":"The rear camera comes “loose” and does not register all the time. It seems to be a simple electric issue; possibly an electrical short","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11653853","quote_1_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding a brake vacuum pump failure in my 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The failure of the vacuum pump led to a complete loss of brake assist, making the brake pedal significantly harder to press","quote_2_odi":"11750766","quote_2_text":"While coming down McClure pass in Colorado my brakes failed. The the car went to engine power reduced mode. After getting the car to an independent mechanic I was told that the vacuum pump failed and exploded the parts into the camshaft","quote_3_odi":"11614221","quote_3_text":"Brake pedal became hard to press down and could not stop car without having to jam down on the pedal. Per dealership the vacuum pump malfunctioned causing metal to enter engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-engine-power-reduced","label":"Engine power reduced warning with loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11717742","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway with my kids in the car at 60 mph and without warning I get an engine power reduced message and then my car losing power and starts dropping speeds down to 35 mph within seconds","quote_2_odi":"11561528","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MHP, the message \"Engine Power Reduced\" was displayed and the vehicle decelerated to 30 MPH. The contact stated that the speed would no longer exceed 30 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11607867","quote_3_text":"The pedal assembly is malfunctioning, causing the vehicle to throw an error and suddenly reduce the speed of the vehicle dramatically, often to dangerous levels, i.e. reducing the vehicle speed to below 30MPH suddenly on a highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-fuel-leak-odor","label":"Fuel injector and fuel line leaks with fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11675625","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the engine and entered the vehicle through the A/C…","quote_2_odi":"11699741","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the engine was difficult to turn over. The TPMS warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11646309","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-rear-knuckle-clunk","label":"Rear suspension knuckle clunking noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11691397","quote_1_text":"I keep hearing a clunking noise in the rear of my car and it gets louder at low speeds and when I turn when stopped","quote_2_odi":"11616663","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal popping and clunking sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the failure was related to TSB Number…","quote_3_odi":"11691400","quote_3_text":"The rear knuckles on these cars are constantly going bad and the parts are expensive and so is the labor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift to Park message preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11752481","quote_1_text":"When placed into park and try to turn the car off, the vehicle's dashboard still says \"shift to park\". It's already in park but not registering. The vehicle will not shut off","quote_2_odi":"11608073","quote_2_text":"When I turn my vehicle off, it displays “shift to park” I am trapped in my car because it does not turn off all the way and the door will not lock. I have to wiggle and re-crank several times to attempt to get my vehicle to shut off","quote_3_odi":"11717394","quote_3_text":"2018 Chevrolet Malibu Premier with approximately 50,000 miles displayed a persistent “Shift to Park” message. The vehicle would not consistently recognize that it was in park, preventing the vehicle from shutting off properly and creating a safety concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-transmission-accumulator","label":"Transmission accumulator hesitation from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11556792","quote_1_text":"The car fails to accelerate once it comes to a complete stop, traffic lights, etc. The car will rev up to 5000 RPMs but will not reach 10 mph","quote_2_odi":"11598692","quote_2_text":"car pauses after stopping at lights and stop signs and in stop-n-go traffic and won't go as soon as gas pedal is pressed. It hesitates then jerks forward once the gas is activated. Check engine warning is for stop/start transmission accumulator sensor!","quote_3_odi":"11673401","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the vehicle shuddered and jerked abnormally. On one occasion the vehicle stalled in the middle of a busy intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2018-turbo-charge-air-cooler","label":"Turbocharger failure and charge air cooler icing","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11665798","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and the turbo charger warning lights illuminated. The accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11567903","quote_2_text":"On Jan 22,2024 while driving on the interstate the speed was unexpectedly instantly reduced, the car would not accelerate over 60 mph and the service engine light came on, the car was safely driven off the highway then towed to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11643747","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while on a trip and traveling at high altitudes, the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact used a code reader which showed that the barometric pressure sensor was defective","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-auto-start-stop-malfunction","label":"Auto Start/Stop system malfunction at idle","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11181344","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE \"AUTO STOP\" FEATURE CAN HAVE ENOUGH OF A DELAY TO ALLOW THE ACCELERATOR TO BE PRESSED AS THE ENGINE STARTS CAUSING IT TO LURCH FORWARD RATHER THAN ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY. IT ALSO CAN CAUSE A DELAY WHEN PULLING OUT INTO HEAVY TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11433626","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact states that the Auto STOP/START feature that caused the vehicle to turn off while idling however, the vehicle would fail to immediately start-up","quote_3_odi":"11678433","quote_3_text":"Vehicle stalls at lights and in traffic because of the START / STOP system GM has put in this 2019 Malibu. This is dangerous as the vehicle moves if on incline (sometimes backwards). There is no control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure causing brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725379","quote_1_text":"The brake booster vacuum pump went out in my car it broke which caused hard breaking while driving vehicle. When the brake booster vacuum pump broke a piece of it damage my camshaft as well as my timing chain in my motor","quote_2_odi":"11659123","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was being driven at 60 mph on the highway when the brakes weren't responding as I was entering a sharp curve. Had to stand on the brakes and manually lower the gears to keep from hitting a tree head-on","quote_3_odi":"11657450","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-cvt-hesitation-failure","label":"CVT hesitation and failure to accelerate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11220720","quote_1_text":"THE SPRING STEEL C-CLIP HOLDING THE CVT FLUID COOLING LINE IN PLACE AT THE RADIATOR FELL OFF WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON INTERSTATE 5. THE TRANSMISSION FLUID DRAINED OUT ONTO THE ROADWAY RESULTING IN COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO THE WHEELS","quote_2_odi":"11543019","quote_2_text":"CVT transmission is already bad on this vehicle with only 114,000 miles on it and it’s a safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11650633","quote_3_text":"so when im driving my chevy every thing is all fine and about like 30 minutes of driving the trash cvt won’t accelerate from a complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and reduced power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725206","quote_1_text":"Year 2019, code P1101- vehicle hesitates while drive, will reduce power while driving, while sitting idle at a stop the car will die and I will have to restart the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11373150","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 CHEVROLET MALIBU. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 15 MPH WITH THE POWER REDUCED MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11365339","quote_3_text":"AS WITH OTHER YEARS OF THIS VEHICLE , I ALSO HAVE HAS MY ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. MORE THAN TEN TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-shift-to-park-failure","label":"Shifter fails to register Park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727912","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that upon shifting to park(P) and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the message \"Shift to Park\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11681177","quote_2_text":"My vehicle fails to shut off when placed in Park. •It fails to start properly when the ignition is engaged. •It experiences shifting malfunctions that directly prevent safe operation","quote_3_odi":"11533138","quote_3_text":"Unknown cause of issue. Vehicle states a notice to “Shift to Park” after it has already been shifted in to park and prompted to turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2019-throttle-body-hose-disconnect","label":"Throttle body hose disconnection during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688966","quote_1_text":"Throttlebody hose pops off of the throttlebody due to a missing gasket ring as well as the retention clip/spring clip. The plastic pieces on the spring clip have popped off since the issue has been presented","quote_2_odi":"11455467","quote_2_text":"The turbo charge pipe keeps popping off while driving and the car loses power","quote_3_odi":"11458395","quote_3_text":"The throttle body charge pipe popped off there was a recall that on this car says it’s fixed. We replaced o ring and clip on charge pipe drove car. When we sped up to pass a car the charge pipe popped off car shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2020-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735781","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern, ​I am writing to formally report a critical safety defect regarding my 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. This defect resulted in a life-threatening incident while I was driving on the highway, during which my vehicle failed to stop as required. ​While operating at…","quote_2_odi":"11663572","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the interstate at about 4pm on May 16th and the check engine light came on. Thus is nothing new because since I bought the car on Feb. 14th, 2024 the check engine light is on about 75% of the time. I went to use my brakes and the pedal was hard as a rock. I had…","quote_3_odi":"11698371","quote_3_text":"Vacuum pump blew . Causing me to lose brakes on the highway. It led to a series of events. Camshaft broke in the midst of this so my car will not start again.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2020-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power and stalling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728914","quote_1_text":"Reduced Engine Power Light: The car limits acceleration, often accompanied by a check engine light. Stalling or Hesitation: Engine stalls or acts sluggish when accelerating, particularly in traffic. Limp Mode: The vehicle restricts speed, making it difficult to accelerate. The…","quote_2_odi":"11673603","quote_2_text":"Getting engine power reduced messsge in shop 4th time now in 3 weeks, 2 service bulletins, now they want to put new engine, found over 800 complaints about same issue on car complaint.com website and more on Reddit of same issue . Car wouldn't go more than 5mph extremely…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2020-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift to Park message with shifter in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11701454","quote_1_text":"My vehicle displays a \"shift to park\" message on the dashboard, even when the gear selector is in the park position. This prevents the car from being shut off, and in sometimes, the doors may not be able to be locked. Not understanding the issue initially has thus caused me to…","quote_2_odi":"11663888","quote_2_text":"After pressing the button to turn the vehicle off the message board displays a \"shift to park\" alert. The vehicle will not completely turn off until you clear the message. I do not know how to clear the message so the vehicle will completely turn off and to keep this from…","quote_3_odi":"11629833","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that upon parking and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the message \"Shift to Park\" was displayed while the gear shifter was already in park(P). The contact stated that upon shifting out of park(P) and shifting back…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2020-stalling-fuel-injector","label":"Stalling and fuel injector failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11715939","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent…","quote_2_odi":"11730116","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, an unknown warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stopped at a traffic signal and after depressing the accelerator pedal when the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission hard shifts and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700027","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal properly. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who discovered metal debris…","quote_2_odi":"11701372","quote_2_text":"Problems with my transmission for over two years, I've searched the website and have taken it to a dealership since. The vehicle has had a hard shift and problems to accelerate. The issue continues to get worse and my car has stopped while in drive, only allowing me to go…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2021-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump power control module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751019","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, all the lights on the instrument panel illuminated, and the engine started to choke. The Service Vehicle light remained illuminated after the other lights turned off. The engine started choking again and failed to start. The…","quote_2_odi":"11695082","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint because my vehicle, a 2021 Chevrolet Malibu (VIN [XXX] ), is included in Emission Recall N252516900 issued by General Motors concerning the Fuel Pump Power Control Module.   Despite that inclusion, I have experienced the following:    - A prior…","quote_3_odi":"11724988","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway and the check engine light came on. The car slowed down due to lack of power. I got off at the nearest exit and the car stalled. I tried to start it but it kept clicking rapidly. The car died at a dangerous intersection so I put my hazard lights on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2021-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power and throttle body faults","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11731460","quote_1_text":"I was driving and car suddenly reduced speed,engine light came on and message came across dash “engine power reduced” and a text was sent to tell me I have a transmission issue. Now car won’t drive past 25-30mph dealership indicated this is a faulty gas pedal which cost over…","quote_2_odi":"11673295","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated while responding. The contact stated that the failure recurred several…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2021-shift-to-park-sensor","label":"Gear position sensor 'Shift to Park' false warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11757048","quote_1_text":"Failure - B000A-00 Body Control Module Error code - Shift Lever Position not plausible .  Safety - This causes the car to upon attempting to turn off the car say \"Shift into Park\" on the dashboard and the car refuses to turn fully off. This can cause the battery to drain","quote_2_odi":"11583570","quote_2_text":"Warning light appears on dash \"Shift to Park\". Car is in park. Engine will turn off, but ignition stays in accessory mode and will run down battery if ignored. Have to wiggle shifter back and forth repeatedly to get the warning light to go away and the ignition to completely…","quote_3_odi":"11691171","quote_3_text":"Took my car to the dealer for a \"shift to park\" problem. Vehicle would not turn off and twice it restarted itself without the button being pushed. I checked my VIN number and there was no recall regarding this but Chevy stated that they were aware of the problem since the 2018…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-ac-hose-engine-contact","label":"A/C refrigerant discharge line contact with engine","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-16 → 2026-07-16","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750741","quote_1_text":"The air conditioning refrigerant discharge line (A/C hose assembly) appears to have been improperly designed and/or installed during manufacturing. The rubber A/C hose was routed in a manner that caused it to rest against or press against the side of the engine. Over time, the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-bcm-electrical-multilight","label":"Body control module and multi-system warning light events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06-07 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750482","quote_1_text":"I was told the bcm on my vehicle is bad. It cause my car to go all out of wack. Multiple warning lights come on (ESC, ABS, power steering, check engine), the gauge controls flutter, my gear shift clicks on and off, the car has even shut down on me in the middle of traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11665440","quote_2_text":"The service ESC and service power steering light stays on, the MPH hands flicker back and forth, brakes are applied without me pressing the brakes, shift to park when the car is already in park. I have taken it to dealership for service and they say nothing is wrong with car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-power-steering-assist-reduction","label":"Power steering assist reduction warning at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01-08 → 2026-01-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709803","quote_1_text":"When coming from a stop the steering wheel jerks and a warning message appear on the dashboard display, \"Power Steering Assist Is Reduced. Drive with care.\"","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-rear-glass-water-leak","label":"Rear glass water leak with interior staining","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-24 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746219","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that during inclement weather, the rear glass was leaking, causing stains on the ceiling of the vehicle. The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-shift-to-park-detection","label":"Gear shifter park position detection failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-09-14 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734226","quote_1_text":"The vehicle intermittently displays a “Shift to Park” message when the car is turned off, even though the gear selector is already in the Park position. Due to this malfunction, the vehicle’s system does not fully shut down as intended. As a result, electrical components remain…","quote_2_odi":"11673687","quote_2_text":"The car frequently fails to recognize when it is in Park, even when the shifter is visibly and physically in the Park position. This results in the vehicle not shutting off properly, and I often receive a “Shift to Park” warning message.  At times, it takes me several minutes of…","quote_3_odi":"11665083","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after shifting to park(P), the vehicle failed to recognize that the transmission had been shifted to park(P), preventing the contact from being able to turn off the vehicle. The contact stated that the message \"Shift to Park\" was displayed; however, there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-transmission-jerk-slip","label":"Transmission jerk and slip during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03-03 → 2023-04-27","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11519329","quote_1_text":"My transmission is jerking and slipping. When accelerating the car acts like it doesn’t want to go. When I take ,my foot off the gas pedal the transmission jerks hard. The car has had the original transmission replaced by Beaver Chevy and now the new transmission is having the…","quote_2_odi":"11509972","quote_2_text":"While my daughter was attempting to exit a parking lot, she put the car in drive pressed accelerator pedal and there was no response from car. Pressed accelerator again and car took off and hit a 13 inch curb causing major front end damage to vehicle. An initial diagnostic scan…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2022-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with reduced engine power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-12-17 → 2026-07-30","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753711","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message “Engine Power Reduced” was displayed. The failure was a persistent failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with turbocharger failure. The contact was informed that the…","quote_2_odi":"11750044","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Chevrolet Malibu LT repeatedly and unpredictably enters a \"Reduced Engine Power\" state, causing sudden, dangerous drops in speed while driving in traffic. This intermittent loss of power happens constantly on and off, creating an ongoing and severe safety hazard. A…","quote_3_odi":"11727076","quote_3_text":"The turbocharger system failed, specifically the wastegate arm, resulting in loss of boost and reduced engine performance. The failed component should be available for inspection upon request through the servicing dealership.  Safety Risk: The failure caused a sudden loss of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05-16 → 2025-12-28","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707356","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was struck on the rear passenger side by a full-size pickup truck traveling at high speed (est. 60 mph) that failed to stop at a red light. The impact caused the contact's vehicle to spin approximately 180 degrees and strike a concrete median sideways, generating…","quote_2_odi":"11707590","quote_2_text":"When I was in a car accident I was hit on the rear passenger side of my vehicle, right near where my side air bags are supposed to be located. I was hit at 50 mph and the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2023-backup-camera-recall-26v212000","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall 26V212000 remedy delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2026-04-03 → 2026-08-15","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752647","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear-view camera became inoperable, and the camera image was blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention). The local dealer was contacted; however, the…","quote_2_odi":"11749299","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera intermittently flickered and later displayed a blank image. The message \"Service Vision System\" was displayed. The contact later received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2023-electrical-system-faults","label":"Electrical system faults affecting start and vehicle operation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05-10 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749194","quote_1_text":"Most of the time, the car will not unlock when the unlock button is pressed on the key fobs.  Most of the time, when the key fob is on the console and the start button is depressed, the car will not start.  It can take multiple minutes and attempts before the car will finally…","quote_2_odi":"11521415","quote_2_text":"I was stopped at a red light and the auto-stop feature engaged as it is intended to do. When the light turned green I put my foot on the gas to go but the car wouldn't move. Cars behind me started honking & going around me. I tried various things but couldn't get the car to move…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2023-lane-departure-steering-intervention","label":"Lane departure assist unintended steering intervention","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05-10 → 2023-08-31","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529398","quote_1_text":"I got the brakes hard and then went around him accelerating sharply and swerved hard in front of him. At that point the car steered itself back and forth for our five times. I was finally able to regain control once it slowed down enough, and continued on my drive","quote_2_odi":"11541949","quote_2_text":"When I’m driving straight sometimes my lane assist will make the car swerve while my steering wheel is straight and even almost made me wreck into another car beside me trying to force the car to go right. Also the front crash assist goes off when I’m not even near a car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2023-turbocharger-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure and reduced engine power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11-14 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740544","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH and depressing pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the message \"Engine Power Reduced\" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure occured intermittently.  The…","quote_2_odi":"11743699","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle intermittently entered LIMP mode.  The message \"Turn off to Reduce Power Failure\" was displayed, and the vehicle failed to exceed 40 MPH. The Check Engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2024-back-over-prevention-recall-delay","label":"Back over prevention recall repair unavailable","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11742054","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_2_odi":"11734238","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Malibu. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V212000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2024-engine-stall-service-esc-warning","label":"Engine stall and Service ESC warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11742441","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Chevy Malibu has lost power and is not shifting properly yet it’s not displaying any codes. It shifts and jerks very hard when on a cold start but also will not get up and go when I pull into traffic. This has caused me to almost get hit numerous times. It’s like it…","quote_2_odi":"11709408","quote_2_text":"My vehicle sometimes will not start when I press the Start Button and press the brakes at the same time. The dashboard will light up with a message that says “Service ESC” followed by “Engine Power is Reduced”. When it does start, I can drive the vehicle for a moment before it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2024-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11620973","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] on a trip to Florida a light came on my instrument cluster that the forward collision and the side blind spot mirror's were inoperable. [XXX] on the way back from Florida after the car being parked a week I was going up [XXX] and a car swerved in front of me and I…","quote_2_odi":"11604550","quote_2_text":"I rented this 2024 Chevrolet Malibu from Enterprise Rent A Car in Union City, GA. While driving the vehicle on the highway early on [XXX] a vehicle came to a complete stop and in front of the vehicle directly in front of me. This action almost caused a multi-car pile-up. I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu","model_slug":"malibu","cluster_id":"malibu-2024-rearview-camera-display-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11735242","quote_1_text":"The backup camera is malfunctioning and will not display anything behind me. Just a black screen saying “service vision system.” There are far too many blind spots when it comes to reversing with this car that I feel unsafe when I have to back out of parking spots or driveways…","quote_2_odi":"11739420","quote_2_text":"The rear camera frequently does not work when the vehicle is put into reverse. This creates a major safety concern and makes it difficult for me, especially as an older driver, to safely back out of parking spaces and avoid hitting someone or something. The rear camera is an…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/malibu","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-abs-ebcm-module","label":"ABS/EBCM module malfunction with brake grab and grinding","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11607420","quote_1_text":"The electrical chip in my EBCM has a malfunction and the brakes will grab and grind at random times. Also at the time electronic stability control will mess up increasing the risk of a crash","quote_2_odi":"11635349","quote_2_text":"The check engine light came on and we brought it to the shop where they said the code is for the electronic brake system modulator. It is also causing the ABS to malfunction and be hypersensitive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11614644","quote_1_text":"Vacuum pump failure. Brakes failed while driving the car, brakes became manual power but was able to pull over safely. There was no previous warning or error codes","quote_2_odi":"11671410","quote_2_text":"Brake booster pump failed ( gm part # 12704586 ) Causing limited braking and severe damage to internal engine components, camshafts ,timing chain have been damaged","quote_3_odi":"11536894","quote_3_text":"My 2016 chevy Malibu had brake vacuum pump failure. No warnings. Brake pedal got hard and could not stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving or at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11578294","quote_1_text":"When the auto shutdown feature on the car turns off the engine at a stop light; stop sign; or other reason, sometimes the cars entire electrical system shuts down. This happened twice to me. Once at a stoplight and once when freeway traffic came to a sudden stop","quote_2_odi":"11466985","quote_2_text":"While in drive and at stop sign the car starts to shut off. It can be very dangerous due to the fact it completely cuts off at while in drive","quote_3_odi":"11454860","quote_3_text":"When driving the car it will cut off on it's own, shutting down after the reduce engine power light comes on and it fails to re-start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-piston-engine-failure","label":"Cracked piston and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11590515","quote_1_text":"while driving the engine lost power started idling rough and the MIL came on. The MIL was found to be cyl 1 misfire, mechanic tracked it down to a cracked piston","quote_2_odi":"11470910","quote_2_text":"Car began to lose power while driving down the road, then began sputtering gas and creating black smoke. Engine pistons appear to be shot. Car has a little over 100k miles","quote_3_odi":"11467658","quote_3_text":"All of a sudden my Pistons just went in my car the whole engine block actually. There was never any warning or anything I got an oil change and after the oil change the check engine light came on plus it said service stabilitrak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-reduced-engine-power","label":"Engine power reduced warning with sudden speed loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11629154","quote_1_text":"I will be driving at posted speed limits (typically 55 to 60 MPH) and while going up a hill, the engine loses power. I get a notice on my screen that states engine power reduced. Speed reduces to no more than 35 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11560801","quote_2_text":"Due to the malfunction of the accelerator Pedal Position Sensor, the check engine light comes on and it flashes \"engine reduced power\" which slows the car down to a very low rate of speed not allowing the driver to go any faster","quote_3_odi":"11452334","quote_3_text":"Driving along and Reduced Engine Power warning message came on said can not go above 20 mph but yet car still could be accelerated above 20mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-shift-to-park","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle already in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11487225","quote_1_text":"Once shifting the vehicle into park, the gear selector is indicating the vehicle is in park, but the dash board reads \"shift to park\" and does not allow you to turn off vehicle, it remains in accessory mode","quote_2_odi":"11611028","quote_2_text":"There’s a warning on the display that says ‘shift to park’ while the vehicle is already in park. This is causing the battery to drain/die and needs jumpstart everyday. Battery was tested and does not need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11663473","quote_3_text":"Shift to park message and park not fully engaging. This caused the vehicle to roll back when parked on an incline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Malibu Limited","model_slug":"malibu-limited","cluster_id":"malibu-limited-2016-water-leak-trunk","label":"Water leak into trunk and cabin at third brake light seal","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11649216","quote_1_text":"Water leaks into the trunk and back seat of the vehicle because the seal around the upper brake light in the rear glass is faulty, causing a mildew/mold odor in the trunk","quote_2_odi":"11460582","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was water leaking through the panel housing of the third brake light onto the headliner and the rear seats and trunk of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11547147","quote_3_text":"Water has been leaking into my car from the roof and onto my seats. Today I discovered that I have black mold under my headliner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/malibu-limited","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2005-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion causing brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":1185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11337563","quote_1_text":"SON WAS DRIVING TRUCK AND BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR. ALMOST HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM. ONCE I WAS ABLE TO GET THE TRUCK HOME, I FOUND A LEAK IN THE BRAKE LINE UNDER THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR THAT APPEARS TO BE DUE TO RUST","quote_2_odi":"10981491","quote_2_text":"I WAS COMING HOME ON A STATE HIGHWAY TRAVELING 45 MPH I TURNED ONTO MY HOME STREET AND I HAD NO BRAKES. LUCKILY I WAS 200 FEET FROM MY DRIVEWAY AND I COASTED AND TURNED INTO MY DRIVEWAY AND WAS ABLE TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"10836619","quote_3_text":"THE STEEL FUEL LINES AND STEEL BRAKE LINES ARE CORRODING AND LEAKING. ON OCTOBER 8TH 2015 MY TRUCK BEGAIN TO LEAK DIESEL FUEL FROM THE RUSTED FUEL LINES. WHILE FIXING THE FUEL LEAK THE TECHNICIAN ALSO NOTICES THAT THE BRAKE LINES WERE ALSO STARTING TO RUST AND WILL NEED TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2005-frame-suspension-corrosion","label":"Frame and suspension mount corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10875064","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER UPPER MOUNTING CROSS MEMBER HAS CORRODED OFF THE VEHICLE. THIS SHOULD CAUSE A RECALL AS ROTTING FRAME PARTS ARE VERY HAZARDOUS. THIS TRUCK HAS 88000 MILES. RECENTLY I HAD TO REPLACE ALL THE BRAKE LINES IN THIS TRUCK AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"10860973","quote_2_text":"RUST RUST RUST. FRAME IS SO BAD TRUCK WILL NOT PASS NYS SAFETY INSPECTION NEXT YEAR. I HAVE TO SELL IT FOR SCRAP/SALVAGE AS GM WON'T OFFER ANYTHING BUT A \"POSSIBLE\" CREDIT IF I BUY A NEW CHEVY TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11443882","quote_3_text":"Frame is rotten badly but cab and bed hardly any rust. Used bad metal for frame and crossmembers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2005-hvac-blower-wiring-melt","label":"HVAC blower resistor wiring harness melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":1185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11109970","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN TOWN ON A CITY STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, WITH THE AC ON AND THE BLOWER IN THE HIGH POSITION, THE BLOWER STARTED TURNING OFF INTERMITTENTLY. A SMELL OF BURNING PLASTIC WAS NOTED AND THE BLOWER COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11067090","quote_2_text":"HEATER CONTROLL MODULE FAILURE WIRES HEAT UP AND MELT THE SHEILDING AND THE CONNECTOR ENDS","quote_3_odi":"10765312","quote_3_text":"THE WIRING HARNESS FOR THE HEATER BLOWER MOTOR RESISTOR MELTED AND THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE NOW CAUSES SMOKE AND YOU LOOSE THE HEATER FUNCTION. NOT SURE IF IT COULD GET HOT ENGOUGH TO START A FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2005-service-air-bag-light","label":"Service air bag warning light and impact sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11176307","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"10795273","quote_2_text":"THE AIR BAG WARNING CAME ON DISABLING DRIVERS AIR BAG. AFTER CHECKING THIS OUT I FOUND THIS WAS A REAL COMMON PROBLEM IN THIS AGE SILVERADOS. PROBLEM IS A SENSOR THAT COST 400$ TO REPAIR AT DEALER. IF THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM SHOULDN'T GM FIX THE DEFECT AT THEIR COST?","quote_3_odi":"11073861","quote_3_text":"LIGHT COMES ON WHICH READS \"CHECK PASSENGER AIR BAG\". THIS LIGHT COMES ON WHEN VEHICLE IS STARTED AND THEN REMAINS ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE ENGINE IS SHUT OFF. VARIOUS DEALERSHIPS AND VEHICLE REPAIR SHOPS HAVE INDICATED THAT PARTS FOR THE AIR BAGS ARE FAULTY AND NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2005-speedometer-erratic","label":"Speedometer and instrument cluster erratic readings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":1185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10950255","quote_1_text":"THE SPEEDOMETER IS VERY ERRATIC SOMETIMES SHOWING A FASTER SPEED THAN TRAVELED SOMETIMES A SLOWER SPEED OR NO SPEED AT ALL THE ODOMETER HAS SINCE QUIT WORKING AND DISPLAYS ODOMETER ERROR WHERE THE MILEAGE SHOULD READ","quote_2_odi":"10695278","quote_2_text":"SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT READ ACCURATE. IT EITHER READS 15 MPH AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, OR GOES WAY HIGH SUCH AS 120 MPH AT 55 TO 60 MPH. SOMETIMES AT THE HIGHER READING, IT WILL READ 60 MPH WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED, IN PARK, AND IGNITION OFF","quote_3_odi":"10690516","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER GAUGE FLUCTUATED AT INITIAL START UP AND WHENEVER DRIVING OVER AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-airbag-failure-to-deploy","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11723202","quote_1_text":"Was in an accident and no air bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11432539","quote_2_text":"got into an accident and the airbags did not deploy at all","quote_3_odi":"11360317","quote_3_text":"SWERVED TO MISS A DEER AND HIT AN EMBANKMENT AND A CEMENT CULVERT ON A HIGHWAY AT NIGHT, WAS BY MYSELF. NEITHER OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AND I HIT MY CHEST EXTREMELY HARD ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND I AM IN SEVERE PAIN FROM MY RIBS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11395378","quote_1_text":"HAVE BEEN TOLD BY DEALERSHIP THAT THEY KNOW THE PROBLEM BUT HAVE NO PARTS THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE 2017","quote_2_odi":"11268616","quote_2_text":"I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER AND BEEN TOLD THE PART IS NOT AVAILABLE. THIS HAS BEEN ONGOING FOR 2 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11364078","quote_3_text":"DEALER STATES THAT THE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.IT HAS BEEN 4 YRS SINCE I FIRST TRIED TO GET THIS AIR BAG REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near the airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11610496","quote_1_text":"Cracked dashboard extending from air bag compartment. Cracked dashboard extending from drivers side windshield up to instrument cluster","quote_2_odi":"11372911","quote_2_text":"TWO CRACKS IN THE DASH HAVE FORMED. ONE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE AND ONE ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11326598","quote_3_text":"MY DASHBOARD HAS CRACKS ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-electrical-fire","label":"Fire originating from wiring or dashboard","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11481787","quote_1_text":"Smoke was seen coming from under the hood and after lifting the hood to inspect the engine compartment flames and smoke were present","quote_2_odi":"11445132","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, it caught fire from the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11384545","quote_3_text":"I GOT OUT TO FIND OUT THAT MY PASSENGER HEADLIGHT AND EVERYTHING UNDER THE HOOD WAS ON FIRE!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-engine-stall-electrical","label":"Loss of power and stalling from electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11406870","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING. PULLED CODES AND FOUND U0109 FUEL PUMP MODULE COMMUNICATION","quote_2_odi":"11384530","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP FLOW CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT 1500/2500, SIERRA 1500/2500) WAS NEVER REPLACED BY THE DEALER, VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING, ALMOST LOST CONTROL WHILE DRIVING DUE TO THE ENGINE STALL","quote_3_odi":"11457618","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the check engine, the stabilitrak, the service trailer brake system, and the seat belt warning lights were illuminated before the vehicle began to decelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-frame-rust","label":"Frame and crossmember rust perforation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11657577","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, the contact discovered that the driver’s side of the vehicle was lowered and was leaning to the side","quote_2_odi":"11591110","quote_2_text":"Frame rotted through on left side by gas tank back to front of rear spring shackle, rear center tube support broken on both sides allowing rear shock brackets to rub brake lines and wiring harness","quote_3_odi":"11526388","quote_3_text":"Severe frame rust, body rust","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2008,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2008-unintended-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbags deploying without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1076,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11708503","quote_1_text":"Airbags deployed without collision or any bumps or anything. I was pulling out of parking space in public parking lot. I turned my wheel to the left and the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11619018","quote_2_text":"I started by vehicle and as soon as it started, I felt and heard a very loud explosion under the seat, and the seat belts retracted extremely tight","quote_3_odi":"11720247","quote_3_text":"My son was sitting in our Silverado waiting for the truck to warm up before he left for work. As he was sitting there both driver and passenger side air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy or deployed without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":423,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11676781","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving at 40 MPH, when the vehicle in front stopped suddenly, the contact's vehicle rear-ended the vehicle. The contact's vehicle came to a stop from the impact. No warning lights were illuminated. The driver’s and passenger’s side air","quote_2_odi":"11156593","quote_2_text":"MY TRUCK WITH INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND HIT A TREE HEAD ON AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. MY BROTHER WAS INJURED WITH HEAD TRAUMA AND DISLOCATED HIP AND BROKEN BONES MY BROTHER HIT BLACK ICE AND IT THREW HIM OFF THE ROAD INTO A TREE","quote_3_odi":"11289781","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND THERE WAS SNOWY CONDITIONS, BUT I CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP THEN PROCEEDED TO TURN LEFT, IT WAS SLIPPERY BUT I HIT NOTHING AND MY CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON SCARED THE CRAP OUTTA ME, I STOPPED AND CHECKED MY VEHICLE THERE WHERE NO NEW DAMAGES AND NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2010-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delays and parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":101,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":423,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11549640","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The local dealer-scheduled an appointment but cancelled","quote_2_odi":"11464721","quote_2_text":"I contacted BANKS Chevrolet Service Manager by phone to make appointment for safety recall on March 4, 2022. Nothing has happened. He said he would call me when part came in for safety recall GM recall N212328800. No call as of May 15,2022, does it take this long to get Takata","quote_3_odi":"11556878","quote_3_text":"I went to get the Takata recall done. I made an appointment at the dealer, and I showed up. After spending several hours of my day, the dealer told me the airbag was on back order and they even asked me if I actually want to get it done","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2010-engine-failure","label":"Engine knocking, ticking, and premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":423,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11318506","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT 2010 SILVERADO THOUGHT MY WARRANTY WOULD COVER IT ONLY HAD VEHICLE FOR ONE YEAR AND NOW IT NEEDS NEW MOTOR WHICH IS THE PISTON RINGS CAUSING THIS TO GO BAD AND I HAVE VEHICLE I'M STILL PAYING FOR BUT CANT USE IT","quote_2_odi":"11405710","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STARTED TICKING NOISE DURING WINTER 2020 AT ABOUT KM 83000. I CHANGED ENGINE OIL. DURING WINTER NO NOISE AT START UP, ONCE THE OPERATING TEMP REACHES 100 * F. TICKING NOISE STARTS. I TOOK IT TO DEALER, TOLD ME LIFTERS, GAVE ME QUOTE FOR CAMSHAFT & LIFTERS, VERY EXPENSIVE","quote_3_odi":"11655674","quote_3_text":"Engine has a loud tapping sound and starting to stumble, have a collapse lifter on a 5.3L. Sell it or trade it in only wanna give me $2500 for due to the engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2010-frame-rust","label":"Frame and cross-member rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":423,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11577209","quote_1_text":"we have since put less then 7000 miles on it and we took it in for a check up when our mechanic found that the frame is totally rusted out. we contacted the chevy dealership about a frame repair and were told it would need a brand new frame that would cost between $7,000-$10,00","quote_2_odi":"11591266","quote_2_text":"Just told by car repair shop; dealer; and frame and body shop that the 2010 Silverado truck we paid $20, 000 for 2-1/2 years ago has a frame that is rotted. All professionals mentioned it is a design flaw GM was aware of. The 2010, however, was not part of their recall","quote_3_odi":"11543583","quote_3_text":"Frame is rusted beyond normal use and has spread to cross members","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and transmission control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":423,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11280197","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HESITATE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND DROVE HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LIBERTY CHEVROLET (105 COOLEY WAY, VILLA RICA, GA 30180) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11543927","quote_2_text":"General Motors USA produced several years of vehicles with a faulty transmission control module (TCM). From 2008-25 Chevrolet and GMC trucks with the 6.6L Duramax engine and Allison 1000 transmission all used the same TCM; part 24256861. This part has experienced a very high","quote_3_odi":"11058496","quote_3_text":"DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES LEAK AT EVERY FLEX HOSE CONNECTION. TRANS FLUID SPRAYS ON ROAD AND ON THE WINDSHIELDS OF VEHICLES FOLLOWING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2011-airbag-warning-sdm","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and SDM module recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11651160","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); the contact was informed that the SDM module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The","quote_2_odi":"11616592","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated the air bag warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was","quote_3_odi":"11608676","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the battery needed to be replaced and was causing the air bag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2011-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter and AFM valvetrain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11617861","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the lifters and engine were damaged and","quote_2_odi":"11316122","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, BURNS 2 QUARTS OF OIL PER 1000 MILES. MULTIPLE VALVE LIFTERS HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO DAMAGE CAUSE BY LOW OIL. HAD LIFTERS REPLACED LAST SUMMER. FAULTY OIL MONITOR DESIGN, DOESN'T INDICATE OIL IS LOW. THIS HAPPENS DURING NORMAL USE OF VEHICLE. ONGOING","quote_3_odi":"11749950","quote_3_text":"AFM/DOD lifter failed while driving which causes multiple systems to go offline including Traction Control, stability control, ABS just to name a few. This happened while coming off freeway which can be a safety risk as vehicle was at higher speeds. This is a known GM problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2011-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11591428","quote_1_text":"This GM vehicle presents a safety risk to the public. The frame of the 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has prematutely rusted and corroded. GM fully understands and acknowledges this public safety risk only through a \"Technical Service Bullitin\" (service bulletin number 19-NA-255)","quote_2_odi":"11596085","quote_2_text":"This is the 3rd year in a row that i have to have the frame welded due to corrosion. I finally did an internet search and found this to be a severe problem for owners of Chevy Silverados. In my opinion, a truck frame should last longer than 100K miles. Why did the U.S. hold","quote_3_odi":"11615412","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the driver’s side rear sub frame was rusted and had collapsed, and the vehicle was unsafe to drive. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that sub the frame needed to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-dash-crack","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11265363","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED UPON ENTERING HER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CRACK STARTED FROM THE LEFT CORNER OF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG AND EXTENDED TO THE EDGE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE DEFROSTER VENT","quote_2_odi":"10924412","quote_2_text":"I WENT OUT TO MY TRUCK ON 10/15/2016 TO NOTICE A CRACK IN MY DASHBOARD BETWEEN THE AIRBAG AND THE VENT. SINCE THEN I HAVE MADE SEVERAL CALLS TO STARTING WITH THE DEALERSHIP I BOUGHT MY TRUCK FROM","quote_3_odi":"11078435","quote_3_text":"DASH PAD HAS CRACKS IN IT. IF AIR BAGS WERE TO BE DEPLOYED PIECES OF DASH COULD BECOME PROJECTILES. DON'T KNOW WHEN IT CRACKED. I NOTICED IT WHEN I WAS WALKING AROUND TO THE PASSENGER SIDE. MY TRUCK SITS IN A GARAGE. IT ONLY HAS 60000 MILES ON IT AND I BOUGHT IT NEW IN 2011","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-frame-rust","label":"Frame and underbody corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11662373","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the frame of the vehicle was significantly rusted, and the contact did not feel safe driving the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11747867","quote_2_text":"I noticed the gas tank was listing to one end and not level. I noticed one of the tank straps had rusted away and I took the truck to a mechanic to replace the strap","quote_3_odi":"11543499","quote_3_text":"truck frame on both sides of vehicle is rusting through, requiring structural repair. Truck has been carefully maintained and the body is generally rust free","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure from wiring harness damage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11193724","quote_1_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS CONSTANTLY GOES OUT. I HAVE TO SHAKE OR WIGGLE THEM TO GET THEM TO WORK SOMETIMES. FINALLY, THEY WILL STOP WORKING ALL TOGETHER AFTER A FEW DAYS","quote_2_odi":"11088998","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT GOES OUT. THE LIGHTBULB IS IN GOOD ORDER. THE PIGTAIL SHOWS SIGNS OF EXCESSIVE HEAT/SMALL FIRE, PLASTIC MELTING, CARBON IN THE METAL CONTACT ON THE LIGHTBULB AND SOCKET","quote_3_odi":"11128286","quote_3_text":"RIGHT HEADLIGHT IS IN-OPERABLE. LIGHT BULB HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH OE BULB, LIGHT STILL DOES NOT WORK. DEALER STATED THIS IS AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11403059","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL","quote_2_odi":"10969959","quote_2_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE WITH 5.3 L V8 ENGINE. USES 4 QTS OF OIL BETWEEN 5000 MILE OIL CHANGE. STARTED AT 95352 MILES WHEN WARNING LIGHT CAME ON SAYING OIL PRESSURE WAS EXTREMELY LOW","quote_3_odi":"10910535","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE ENGINE SHOOK UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-power-loss","label":"Transmission failure and reduced-power warnings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11448968","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the transmission disengaged upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning","quote_2_odi":"11560369","quote_2_text":"While driving down interstate my transmission just went out down shifted almost causing someone to hit me from behind after some research I learned gmc vehicles have been having this problem for the last 10 years but yet keep using the same","quote_3_odi":"11130335","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND THE SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITRAK, AND ENGINE POWER REDUCED WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"chevrolet-silverado-1500-2012-takata-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11467838","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11395930","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_3_odi":"11451451","quote_3_text":"I received recall notice N212328770 by letter in July 2021. I immediately notified my local dealership and they told be they were waiting for the part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-afm-lifter-failure","label":"Engine AFM lifter failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11683265","quote_1_text":"pistons replaced at 40000 miles due to technical service bulletin , now Active engine management lifters failed causing complete engine replacement , due to wiped cam and lifters and metal contamination","quote_2_odi":"11366651","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 HAS DEVELOPED THE NOTORIOUS LIFTER TICK FROM A COLLAPSED LIFTER (THIS AFFECTS MANY 5.3L V8 ENGINES OF THIS ERA)","quote_3_odi":"11376367","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 WITH 71,453 MILES . THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED REGULARLY AND I RECENTLY NOTICED AN OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-dash-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11207008","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD IS CRACKING LEADING TO RISK OF FLYING PLASTIC SHARDS IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH WHERE THE AIRBAGS ARE DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11324427","quote_2_text":"THE DASH AREA AROUND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG COVER IS CRACKED AND WOULD BE A FLYING DEBRIS HAZARD IN AN ACCIDENT, ESPECIALLY IF THE AIRBAG WERE TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11383483","quote_3_text":"DASH CRACKED-MY DASH WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY ONCE ALREADY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11674271","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed low speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound, and the control arm detached from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11524906","quote_2_text":"Frame of truck is completely rusted out, truck has only 88,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11436215","quote_3_text":"My 2013 Chevrolet Silverado frame broke when I was driving it down my road with my small kids in tow","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-stabilitrak-warning","label":"Stabilitrak and traction control warnings with power loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11531952","quote_1_text":"Stabiltrack System, Traction Control System, Reduced Engine Power. Since purchase of the vehicle, intermittent immediate failure or previously stated vehicle systems caused critical safety concerns for occupants and other drivers while operating","quote_2_odi":"11429070","quote_2_text":"The service stabilitrak/traction control come on (ABS) at random times when driving","quote_3_odi":"11378524","quote_3_text":"MY STABLE LINK AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT KEEP COMING ON AND OFF THEN TRUCK NOT RUNNING RIGHT AND MY STARTER/CRANKING DRAGGING REALLY HARD AND THIS IS MY 3RD STARTER IN 3YRS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11739656","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding an unrepaired Takata airbag recall associated with my vehicle VIN and concerns related to dealership representations and compliance charges at the time of sale","quote_2_odi":"11454429","quote_2_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11421410","quote_3_text":"Received a recall notice of March 2021, even though part failure presents a serious physical threat to vehicle occupants, manufacturer fails to provide replacement airbag in a timely manner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and power train failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11629044","quote_1_text":"Rear wheels lock up while driving","quote_2_odi":"11605907","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a failure with the transmission","quote_3_odi":"11372772","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION HAS BAD SOLENOID IN TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-afm-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"AFM lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11758671","quote_1_text":"6.2L LT1 GEN V AFM 138880 miles. Driving at highway speed no warning engine CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. Simotanious reaction first check engine light,no oil pressure,limp mode, piston connectioning rod thru side of block in 2seconds","quote_2_odi":"11636760","quote_2_text":"I have experienced engine failure in my 2014 Silverado 6.2L on 3 separate occasions. All caused by the AFM system. Rockers lock into the wrong position while transforming from 4 cylinder to 8 cylinder operation","quote_3_odi":"11525540","quote_3_text":"Lifter failure happened while traveling home from Florida to SC. I was towing a vehicle and barely made it home. Having to drive at low speeds on the interstate put me at risk for accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11720273","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal was very hard to press down and was almost no response from brakes, brake assist service came on, vacuum pump failure, ot was replaced","quote_2_odi":"11647839","quote_2_text":"The brake vacuum pump on the 2014-2018 chevy silverado has intermittent failures causing reduced brakes, which is a major safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11693741","quote_3_text":"When at red lights, or in traffic, when you release the brake pedal to inch farther, and re-apply the brakes they go straight to the floor and you have to basically stand up on the brake pedal to finally stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-electrical-power-loss-stall","label":"Electrical system stall with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11757266","quote_1_text":"Everything on the dash flickered and during that the vehicle started losing light meaning headlights and emergency lights, shortly after it completely stopped without any power. We were on the side of the interstate and it was very scary","quote_2_odi":"11680261","quote_2_text":"When my speed decreases to slow for a turn, traffic, red light,etc-I lose complete power in my entire vehicle. A too fast message pops up on dash about Stabilitrak. If I throw it in neutral fast enough it’s fine, but if I don’t, my truck loses all power","quote_3_odi":"11526855","quote_3_text":"Vehicle door would not open with Key Fob. All the lights started flashing with a clicking sound coming from the dashboard area. The Instrument Cluster goes blank. Service Trailer Brake Message keeps going off and on with no trailer connected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-frame-subframe-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11623110","quote_1_text":"GM has known issues with their frames rotting prematurely. We bought a 2014 Chevy Silverado 1500 in 2016 and had it undercoated at a dealership that claims it will prolong the inevitable rusting/frame rot. The truck has just under 99k miles and should be worth $15-17,000","quote_2_odi":"11620080","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while approaching the vehicle, he noticed that the passenger's side exterior rocker panel had detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the subframe was severely","quote_3_odi":"11605437","quote_3_text":"Significant corrosion / rust on frame that compromises vehicle safety by weakening the frame. An independent service provider identified large rust hole in frame and multiple areas of significant corrosion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11716188","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The vehicle had lost power steering functionality. The contact was forced to pull over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11690493","quote_2_text":"Electric power steering failure due to tie rod bellows failure, this is an incredibly dangerous and irresponsible engineering design, moisture entered the electric motor causing it to fail, my wife's failed at highway speeds and almost caused a wreck","quote_3_odi":"11601368","quote_3_text":"Was driving on the freeway at about 65 mph and electric power steering went out causing me not to have control of the vehicle. Was having a extremely difficult time maneuvering the vehicle out of traffic without hitting anyone","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-rear-window-defroster-shatter","label":"Rear window defroster shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11642751","quote_1_text":"Rear window defroster overheated/caught on fire. It will be available for inspection unless GM rectifies the issue and removes the components in question. Cabin filled with smoke and a small fire broke out immediately behind the rear headrest/seatbelt location","quote_2_odi":"11557877","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and activating the rear defroster, he observed smoke coming from the rear defroster and filling the interior of the vehicle with smoke","quote_3_odi":"11712511","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the cabin became foggy, and the contact noticed that there was smoke coming from between the sliding window and the rear passenger's side window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-seat-belt-anchor-cable-failure","label":"Seat belt anchor cable failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11756475","quote_1_text":"The seatbelt on the driver's side broke off from the anchor cabling","quote_2_odi":"11604069","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while buckling the seat belt, the contact became aware that the lap belt was no longer attached to the anchor cable","quote_3_odi":"11672325","quote_3_text":"The whole tension rod of driver side seatbelt ripped off. Recall was issued I took to get done afterwards the seatbelt tension rod broke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2014-transmission-shudder-slip","label":"Transmission shudder and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1558,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11624276","quote_1_text":"The transmission at less then 150,000 miles grinds and causes a vibration through the steering wheel. It is available for inspection if need be. There was no sign of this failure before it happened","quote_2_odi":"11672327","quote_2_text":"Why is/was there no investigation in to the torque converters in these vehicles? I have the 5.3L V8. Took it to a tranny shop and he has five on his lot, same transmission same generation all same issue","quote_3_odi":"11547737","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where unknown repairs were performed on the transmission; however, the failure recurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-afm-lifter-failure","label":"AFM lifter collapse with camshaft damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11716309","quote_1_text":"At 143,000 miles the engine failed because of the displacement on demand fuel injection system/lifters. Lifter failed without warning, destroyed the camshaft, cam bearing and crank and crank bearings","quote_2_odi":"11744365","quote_2_text":"When on the highway and attempted to accelerate to pass in the passing lane, there was a loud pop, the truck rapid decelerated and my son was forced to drive off the burm to avoid being hit by a semi truck","quote_3_odi":"11577674","quote_3_text":"COLLAPSED LIFTER ON DRIVER SIDE. LIFTERS, VALVE COVER GASKET, HEAD BOLTS VALVE COVER GASKET OIL COOLANT FUEL PIPES NEED REPLACING. DEALER CONFIRMED THIS ISSUE AND HAS INSPECTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11697923","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 50 MPH, the front driver's side air bag and front passenger side air bag unexpectedly deployed without an impact to the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11745941","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the driver's side curtain and front air bags, and the passenger's side curtain air bag deployed without impact","quote_3_odi":"11570991","quote_3_text":"Roof top air bags had recall about year ago that were fixed. Now roof air bags deployed as driving on new pavement going 48mph. No warning at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11705700","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's brake vacuum pump has failed, resulting in a sudden, significant loss of power braking assist. This requires excessive pedal force to stop the vehicle, creating an immediate safety hazard and increasing the risk of a crash","quote_2_odi":"11697138","quote_2_text":"I put the truck in reverse to back up and straighten the truck, when I started to pull back in the brake pedal became hard to press. I had to stand up on the brake pedal to keep from hitting the car parked in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11603628","quote_3_text":"Truck has issues breaking at very low speeds such as drive thrus ect. Zero issues at driving speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical shutdown and stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11551871","quote_1_text":"While going through an S curve the dash lights went dark and engine quit while pulling a trailer. Had no power steering or brakes. Put it in neutral and was able to get engine started again before hitting a car coming from the other direction","quote_2_odi":"11680294","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stabilitrak light comes on and engine dies. Headlights flicker and completely cut off at night. When starting vehicle the dash says to roll the driver window down and then up to continue","quote_3_odi":"11673792","quote_3_text":"Windows motor shorts out. If driving vehicle cuts off in order for window motor to reboot. Once you cut back on, error code tells driver to role window down and then back up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-fuel-leak","label":"Fuel leak at fuel pump or fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11572631","quote_1_text":"I began to smell gas near my gas tank. Upon further inspection, I noticed there was gas leaking down the side of the tank","quote_2_odi":"11563459","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was an abnormal gasoline odor outside the vehicle. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the odor of gasoline was much stronger in the cabin of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11682936","quote_3_text":"Excessive fuel smell at vehicle. Fire hazard in enclosed garage area. Found top of fuel sending unit rusted out and leaking fuel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent electronic power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11734995","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 45 mph, the steering system suddenly failed without any warning. The steering wheel became extremely stiff and nearly impossible to turn, resulting in a sudden loss of control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11635233","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH the \"loss of power steering\" warning illuminated. The contact felt the steering wheel was hard to turn to the left or right","quote_3_odi":"11673258","quote_3_text":"The power steering goes in and out when trying to turn into parking spots or slowly turning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-rear-defroster-window","label":"Rear defroster overheating and rear glass shattering","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11698839","quote_1_text":"My rear window defroster circuit started overheating causing my window to shatter","quote_2_odi":"11568175","quote_2_text":"Used the remote start feature to warm up my truck (automatically turns on rear defrost). Upon entering the vehicle I could smell smoke. While driving I turned around and noticed smoke pouring from rear window. I turned off the rear defrost and the window exploded!","quote_3_odi":"11557711","quote_3_text":"I saw in the rear-view mirror smoke at the rear window. The smoke only lasted a few seconds. About 10 seconds after the smoke stopped there was a loud bang inside the truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2015-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter failure and transmission damage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11706268","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a busy street with a speed limit of around 45 mph and my torque converter failed causing my transmission to fail and my truck to become disabled in the middle of a busy road","quote_2_odi":"11633495","quote_2_text":"The torque converter with the 6L80 transmission went and destroyed the transmission in my 2015 Silverado","quote_3_odi":"11586991","quote_3_text":"Torque Converter failure. The torque converter went out suddenly with no warning of possible problems. No engine, or transmission warning lights. Just suddenly started jerking when accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-afm-lifter-failure","label":"AFM lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11735090","quote_1_text":"The AFM code p3400 was activated on the truck and the lifters went bad and caused damage to the cam shift. Lifter failure which caused fuel to shoot down exhaust and burned out the catalytic converters. Dealership wants 10k to fix not including the catalytic converters","quote_2_odi":"11677037","quote_2_text":"65,300 miles on my 2016 Chevrolet Silverado with the 5.3 liter engine. Engine lifter and camshaft failure due to the AFM/DFM system","quote_3_odi":"11725275","quote_3_text":"The truck engine light came on and was not able to be driven very far without stalling. Took it for repair and 2 valve lifters were bad. We had to pay for replacement ourselves. This happened at 41,786 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Hard brake pedal from vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11591872","quote_1_text":"I have found that when pressing my brake pedal, it gets very very hard and the truck doesn’t want to stop unless I’m practically standing on the brake pedal. My mechanic has been through the entire system and believes the issue stems from a faulty Vacuum pump","quote_2_odi":"11643424","quote_2_text":"While tapping brakes to park in tight spaces or inching up in a drive thru, the brake pedal shudders and gets stiff. It's extremely hard to stop the truck","quote_3_odi":"11660313","quote_3_text":"Vacuum pump intermittent failure. Not always but during periods of traffic the brakes get stiff and I have a service brake assist notification come on. Then it goes away and all braking is functional and fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and body corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11583082","quote_1_text":"The body and frame of my 2016 Chevy Silverado is rusted from the inside out. The frame under the vehicle has holes and the structure and stability of the vehicle has been compromised due to the extensive rust within the frame","quote_2_odi":"11622940","quote_2_text":"We bought this vehicle used at Goodwin Chevrolet in Oxford Maine in November 2019. It has 80,000 on it. We were told by our mechanics yesterday that it won't take another sticker because of the frame being rusted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11662733","quote_1_text":"Power steering suddenly quit at highway speed. Found a loose negative battery Pole. Tighten it. Then two weeks later it did the same thing at highway speed. No steering at all. Very dangerous at 70 mph on curved roads","quote_2_odi":"11672997","quote_2_text":"I got into the truck and the dash read “service power steering drive with care” and the power steering would not work and it was very difficult to turn the wheel","quote_3_odi":"11519946","quote_3_text":"Driving down our road and the truck instantly lost power steering. Got home turned off the truck. Turned it backon and it worked. Each time I turn the vehicle off and turn it on the power steering works for a very brief time and then stops","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-rear-defroster-window","label":"Rear defroster overheating and window shatter","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11740948","quote_1_text":"Rear power window defrost thermal event. While rear defrost was on the plastic connector that goes to the rear defrost of the power rear sliding window began to smoke heavily","quote_2_odi":"11698413","quote_2_text":"Was a light frost on mirror and back glass. Turned on rear defroster then all of a sudden back passengers side glass shattered","quote_3_odi":"11517631","quote_3_text":"Rear window shattered after a few minutes of defroster use. Seems to be a problem on these years of Silverado but no recall on mine. No warning, window just popped on its own, safety issue to have window failure during driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-shutoff-steering-lock","label":"Engine shutoff with steering lock during turns","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11687496","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will cut off as if an electrical short and the Service Stabilitrak indicator will flash on the dashboard along with warning chimes. This has happened several times at low speed (1st gear) especially while turning. The steering wheel locks and can not be turned","quote_2_odi":"11695699","quote_2_text":"Wheel will lock up randomly on slow turns like an intersection, parking lot or anything. It’s very random and there’s no reason why it does it","quote_3_odi":"11523633","quote_3_text":"Myself, My wife, and my oldest son have all three experienced a loss of complete power in the truck during turns. All power on the dash, steering, and stereo goes out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":793,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11730574","quote_1_text":"6L80 Automatic RWD Transmission and Torque Converter is dead. No warning lights or any indications that there was an issue. The RPM climbed and could not drive it in gear. Metal shavings found in fluid. 126,524 miles","quote_2_odi":"11684753","quote_2_text":"Transmission shifts erratically, sometimes violently. It seems to shift through several gears within seconds. There is no warning lights or codes that appear","quote_3_odi":"11648851","quote_3_text":"I have had to replace the transmission in this vehicle 3 times within a year and half time frame. Initially experienced harsh shifting, significant hesitation in shifting and the transmission overheated whilst driving on the highway to the point where smoke was clearly visible","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-brake-caliper-seizure","label":"Brake caliper seizure and drag","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11730880","quote_1_text":"I was driving around today and my front brakes are not fully releasing. Brakes are hot and do not feel comfortable driving with this issue","quote_2_odi":"11607903","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45-50 MPH and then attempting to depress the brake pedal, the vehicle started pulling to the left, indicating the passenger’s side brake caliper had seized","quote_3_odi":"11574241","quote_3_text":"The contact husband noticed that there was smoke coming from the front driver's side brakes and the brake calipers and the front driver's side tire was significantly hot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake assist loss from vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11690260","quote_1_text":"Upon reversing the vehicle and apply the brake, as if in a parking lot or driveway, if pushing the brake pedal more than twice the pedal becomes hard and the vehicle becomes hard to stop without and excessive amount of force being applied to the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11595168","quote_2_text":"Brakes failed. The brake assist pump disintegrated, sending metal fragments into the Motor's oil circulation system. I was able to stop the truck using both feet and applying extreme force to the pedal. The dealer identified the problem","quote_3_odi":"11703667","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH through a drive-thru, the brake pedal was depressed but was firm. The contact pumped the brake pedal, and the vehicle slowly responded and nearly rear-ended another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical shutdown with Stabilitrak warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11692403","quote_1_text":"When driving all gauges go to zero, truck doesn’t illuminate which gear it’s in, warning lights come on (service 4WD, service stabilitrak, service traction control, reduced power steering, service traction control, service trailer brake system )","quote_2_odi":"11615612","quote_2_text":"Engine shuts down on its own causing steering wheel to jerk and almost locks preventing control. Has been doing this for three weeks and is now getting much worse. Seems to do when making slow speed sharp turn","quote_3_odi":"11683378","quote_3_text":"Every few minutes there would be a \"stabilitrak\" message showing on the driving information area. Then in slower speeds my dashboard screen would blank out and then go back to CarPlay","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure (AFM)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11712615","quote_1_text":"At 54,900K miles my truck started to experience a tapping sound from the engine. I took it to a shop and was told that the Auto Fuel Management system can cause problems with the lifters","quote_2_odi":"11644590","quote_2_text":"My truck is a 2017, but only has 46,000 miles on it. The engine light came on and it started banding loudly. I lost power and it would not go over 30 miles per hour. The dealer informed me the lifter failed and destroyed the cam shaft","quote_3_odi":"11712983","quote_3_text":"Our 2017 High Country 1500 Chevy Silverado is garage-kept and has very low mileage (73k). But it has the Active Fuel Management (AFM) system, which just caused lifter failure, thus causing catastrophic engine damage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window defroster overheating and glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11694790","quote_1_text":"After starting the vehicle. I heard a hissing noise coming from the rear of the cabin. I looked in the rear view mirror and saw a large amount smoke rising from the box where the rear defroster power connects to the window","quote_2_odi":"11698915","quote_2_text":"The rear window of my 2017 Chevy Silverado exploded. I had the rear defrosters on, and they malfunctioned. I thought I smelled something hot before this happened. I am surprised this didn't cause a fire","quote_3_odi":"11571232","quote_3_text":"Rear window drefroster began smoking. Pulled over and exited truck noticed defroster was glowing red. Window then shattered. This is a power slide window. Drivers side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system service warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11589487","quote_1_text":"Trailer brake service message appears on dash and integrated trailer brake will not work. While towing heavy load system stopped working. Took to dealer. was told there was a bad wire in harness","quote_2_odi":"11618248","quote_2_text":"While towing a 22ft trailer from Virginia to Washington state, there were several moments where the “service trailer braking system” alert would appear on the dash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2017-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":836,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11752385","quote_1_text":"Vehicle would not shift through gears while driving. Torque converter shudder. Dealer found excessive metal in trans pan. Had to replace transmission. Vehicle had 107, 000 miles. Almost $5700 to replace transmission","quote_2_odi":"11750249","quote_2_text":"Torque converter clutch failed and sent metal chips through the transmission causing the transmission to fall and made the truck not drivable. The check engine light came on a few hours before the transmission finally gave out","quote_3_odi":"11614865","quote_3_text":"The transmission lost every gear but 1st, 2nd. I was driving it down the highway when it lost the gear putting myself, other motor vehicles, and pedestrians safety at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-afm-lifter-failure","label":"AFM lifter collapse and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11748751","quote_1_text":"The engine lifters and camshaft started to fail at 114,000 miles. I had to have it repaired at a dealership and it cost over $10,000. I had completed all recommended maintenance prior to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11605782","quote_2_text":"2 separate lifter failure incidents at 61,000 miles. One failure, happened on a busy interstate, while flowing with the speed of traffic. Truck started to misfire, jerk and blow smoke. I had trouble getting to shoulder of highway to get out of the speed of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11669651","quote_3_text":"2018 Chevy Silverado 5.2L with V8 engine equipped with AFM system broke down while accelerating onto a on ramp for the highway going 40 mph. Truck failed to accelerate any faster and a loud knocking noise occurred with a check engine and traction failure light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-brake-vacuum-assist","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11686969","quote_1_text":"When attempting to stop, the brakes were rock hard and would barley compress. Almost crashed into the car in front of me. Brake booster was replaced a month ago by dealer, but still is losing vacuum","quote_2_odi":"11559668","quote_2_text":"When I hit the brakes the brake pedal gets hard and I can hear air leak from around the brake pedal. There is a recall for this but my VIN does not fall into the recall, per the dealership and Chevrolet","quote_3_odi":"11558293","quote_3_text":"Both front brakes applied themselves going down highway. Brake pedal was hard and stiff. Had to pull over. Brakes did not disengage for several minutes. Could not get brakes to release","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-control-arm-ball-joint","label":"Upper control arm and ball joint fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11743834","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway at about 70 mph and the passenger side lower control arm where the ball joint sits broke. It messed up the passenger fender and tire along with the steering link. It also bent the upper control arm as well","quote_2_odi":"11658484","quote_2_text":"Passenger side Upper control arm broke in two about to re-enter I75. Had been on I 75 and was going back on it when handling went wonky on Service road. You can see from the rust in the break this stamped part was cracked a while","quote_3_odi":"11574866","quote_3_text":"Upper control arm weld broke around the top of the ball joint, a couple of months later other passenger side did the Exact same thing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss with steering assist interruption","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11628805","quote_1_text":"Entire system (everything) shut down without warning, sometimes kick back on, and other times not at all. Extremely dangerous as it will occur no matter traveling on highway or turning a corner in a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11686370","quote_2_text":"Truck was intermittently losing power steering and shutting off/reseting itself. Was a loss of electrical and was throwing Stabilitrak Service warning. Would not stay on due to truck resetting itself but loss of power happened typically when I was in parking lot or driveway","quote_3_odi":"11587949","quote_3_text":"Vehicle shuts off while driving in traffic at low and high speeds stabilitrak service light comes on and the vehicle dash goes dark Radio and temp control panel go dark/ black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame corrosion and rust-through","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11733034","quote_1_text":"The frame of my 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 has rusted through to the point of failing Maine state safety inspection at only 41,000 miles. A licensed Maine inspection station identified structural frame corrosion and determined the vehicle is unsafe to operate","quote_2_odi":"11668349","quote_2_text":"Under 40,000 miles and both sides of the frame has rusted out and has made the vehicle unsafe to drive per the dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-fuel-pump-injectors","label":"Fuel pump and fuel injector failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11660534","quote_1_text":"There was fuel in the engine oil. Had to replace all of the injectors and the high pressure fuel pump. The shop I had it done at said this is known issue on these trucks - why isnt something being done?","quote_2_odi":"11571250","quote_2_text":"The high pressure fuel pump has failed at only 60,000 miles. My Safety along with the safety of others has been put at risk from major loss of power... not safely stopping the vehicle due to fuel pressure malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11552449","quote_3_text":"The plastic fuel pump module (GM part # 13510918) has cracked. The top flange that rests against the top of the fuel tank has an approximately 3 inch crack. The indications were a failed EVAP Check Engine Light PO442 (Small leak). The vehicle had less than 35K miles at the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-rear-defroster-window","label":"Rear defroster overheating and window shattering","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11712355","quote_1_text":"An electrical component related to the vehicle's rear sliding glass window and rear defroster malfunctioned and overheated, causing smoke to fill the cabin of the truck as it was being driven down a busy highway","quote_2_odi":"11569206","quote_2_text":"Rear sliding window with defrost started sizzling sound than emit a bunch of smoke into the cab. Shut off rear defrost, preventing a fire. The window than shattered. There is a recall in Canada for this very issue","quote_3_odi":"11545074","quote_3_text":"turned on rear window defrost and unit started smoking badly with a chemical smell while driving truck. I pushed button to turn rear defrost off so it wouldn't start on fire but the unit had heated up so badly it shattered the window it was touching","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Torque converter and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":513,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11754640","quote_1_text":"There was premature torque converter failure that’s has taken out the transmission unexpectedly. I was coming from a side street to get onto a main highway and as I left the stop sign the truck stalled upon take off and I was stuck half way on the highway and halfway on the side…","quote_2_odi":"11613252","quote_2_text":"Doing 65mph on interstate on cruise control, the transmission went into 'false neutral' and engine revs went sky high. Truck slowed quickly, almost got rear ended. After that, the transmission did engage and I barely made it home. Very dangerous! Transmisison had to be rebuilt","quote_3_odi":"11646434","quote_3_text":"My transmission had a history of failing trans symptoms, all documented at the dealer from 10,000 miles until it ultimately failed at 127,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-eight-speed-transmission-shifting","label":"Eight-speed transmission shifting and shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736269","quote_1_text":"I own a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 equipped with the 8-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle has developed serious transmission problems that create a safety concern. When the transmission is cold, the vehicle slips between 1st and 2nd gear during acceleration. If I…","quote_2_odi":"11701439","quote_2_text":"The 8-speed transmission has been a problem from day 1 of owning this truck. It has a bad vibration, slips into gear and hard shifts. I have maintained this truck to the fullest and have done all service to the fluids as requested by the manufacturer. I have never pulled a…","quote_3_odi":"11688546","quote_3_text":"Vehicle transmission harsh shift and failed to shift gears. Feels as though I’m pushed forward when accelerating. Harsh clunk coming from the transmission. Transmission flush done at the dealer. Was told transmission needed a new valve body, part was on backorder and there were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-front-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front upper control arm detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11694583","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the front driver’s side upper control arm detached, causing the brake pads, rotors, and axle to fail. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or…","quote_2_odi":"11736619","quote_2_text":"in beginning of January of 2026 my vehicle had lifter issues. Brought it to Chevrolet Group 1 in Spring Texas. Three weeks without transportation. Beginning of February the vehicle stopped in the middle of the feeder. Vehicle lights up but goes dark for five seconds and will not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-ground-strap-power-steering-brake-loss","label":"Corroded ground strap power steering and brake loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728790","quote_1_text":"Vehicle power steering went out while driving as I almost crashed through the corner. My anti-skid light came on on the dash along with a message saying service power steering drive with care and a message saying service ESC. Upon further investigation, it appears the ground…","quote_2_odi":"11687524","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the power steering and brakes failed to operate as needed. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle and continued driving; however, the failure persisted. During the failure, the…","quote_3_odi":"11722493","quote_3_text":"This has happened three times with the 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD LTZ truck. Each time, the failure was following a remote start in my driveway. It has occurred at the approximately 40K, 80K, and now at 128K mile mark. First two repairs were covered under the warranty and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741050","quote_1_text":"The lifters failed at 106634 miles. This caused the motor to lose power while driving. The dealer confirmed and said a new engine was needed. There were no warnings just immediate failure of a part Chevrolet knows very well is an issue but won't do anything about.","quote_2_odi":"11731066","quote_2_text":"Number 3 Lifter spun into housing & ruined camshaft, send metal throughout engine. On trip to another state pickup started ticking, service motor light, service parking brake light and service traction icons came on and also messages on them. Had to drive slow to get to next…","quote_3_odi":"11723279","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a catastrophic internal engine failure in a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 at 87,600 miles. Prior to this event, there were NO warning lights or symptoms. While traveling alone during the holiday on a remote, one-lane road with no shoulder, the vehicle suddenly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-oil-cooler-line-leak","label":"Oil cooler line separation and oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11722189","quote_1_text":"Incident Description: While driving at highway speeds, the oil cooling lines on my vehicle suffered a catastrophic failure, resulting in a total loss of engine oil within seconds. To ensure my safety and avoid being stranded in high-speed traffic, I proceeded less than a…","quote_2_odi":"11722678","quote_2_text":"My husband, [XXX] son, my [XXX] mother-in-law, and I were traveling on the expressway at approximately 70 miles per hour in our 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3L engine when the dashboard suddenly lit up with warning lights and alarms. My husband looked in the…","quote_3_odi":"11710676","quote_3_text":"I have a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 with the 5.3ltr V8. The vehicle has 44,500 miles and has zero accident history. On 01/12/2026, the oil cooler line broke while driving, leaving 8 qts of oil covering the underside of the vehicle (exhaust, suspension and tires) creating a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-rear-wheel-brake-lockup","label":"Rear-wheel brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729400","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the rear wheels locked upon depressing the brake pedal without warning. The contact temporarily lost control of the vehicle, and the rear wheels skidded, almost causing a crash.…","quote_2_odi":"11739958","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 1500, the brakes unexpectedly locked up and multiple warning messages appeared at the same time, including “Service ESC.” There were no warning lights, messages, or symptoms before the incident. The problem occurred without warning while…","quote_3_odi":"11718255","quote_3_text":"Brakes lock down at approximately 45 miles per hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2019-rear-window-defroster-thermal","label":"Rear window defroster thermal events","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1119 total)","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733605","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that after remote starting the vehicle, the contact entered the vehicle, and there was smoke coming from the rear window defroster. The contact turned off the defroster and discovered that the plastic cover had…","quote_2_odi":"11711564","quote_2_text":"Rear window defrosted heated up so hi my window exploded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure messages and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737195","quote_1_text":"My son was driving his 2020 Silverado Trail Boss (50,000 miles) when suddenly the brakes were inoperative. He had to drive around several cars to avoid collision finally swerving into the parking lane and using the gearshift lever moving the transmission into park to stop…","quote_2_odi":"11700485","quote_2_text":"Brakes would not release after driving a little ways the brake system failure warning came on. I stopped and killed engine and restarted but it lunged and I lost all braking. I pulled over to side of road and again killed engine a couple minutes I restarted it released. Then…","quote_3_odi":"11699212","quote_3_text":"There was a brake system failure and the brakes stopped working while going 50 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-coolant-control-valve","label":"Coolant control valve failure and reduced power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11684902","quote_1_text":"Coolant control valve failure. Dealer inspected vehicle and it was confirmed that it needed to be replaced. Check engine light came on fan started spinning at a high speed and the vehicle went into low power mode. When I spoke with the dealer, this is a known issue so much to…","quote_2_odi":"11730764","quote_2_text":"* same part gone bad as other recalled vehicles. \"Coolant control flow valve bad\". Engine fan is staying on high blast, message displaying \" engine power is reduced\" truck will not drive at full power because the truck thinks its overheating because of bad part. If i remember…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738647","quote_1_text":"The defective manufacturer lifters on my 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 went on my truck damaging the lifters, camshaft, oil pump and I'm sure more than that. I know it's an ongoing investigation/lawsuit with General Motors, but they need to held accountable and should fix this…","quote_2_odi":"11717170","quote_2_text":"Engine failed on interstate while pulling my RV. Almost had a bad wreck due to this happening. This is the known 6.2L engine failure issues. Had to have motor replaced by Chevrolet and had to pay out of my own pocket.","quote_3_odi":"11705217","quote_3_text":"The truck had a lifter failure which caused the pushrod to bend damaging the camshaft as well. I spent $5000 dollars just for the problem to happen again. I’ve have spent nearly $10000 on this issue. This not something you expect from a truck that you pay nearly $60000 for.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11694937","quote_1_text":"Without warning (no warning lights or previous mechanical indications) the power steering failed making it extremely difficult to turn the steering wheel. Fortunately this happened while I was parking and not on the highway. The truck had approximately 48,000 miles on it at the…","quote_2_odi":"11696803","quote_2_text":"While driving on a residential side street my 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (81,996 miles) suddenly lost power steering and braking with no waring. Several messages appeared in the dash and the check engine light illuminated. I was able get the vehicle safely to the shoulder and…","quote_3_odi":"11703627","quote_3_text":"Sudden intermittent loss of power steering, issue confirmed by Chevy Dealership. No warning lights were displayed.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-rear-wheel-lockup","label":"Rear-wheel lockup while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11679954","quote_1_text":"Rear wheels of vehicle locked up momentarily mutliple times while driving between 45 and 65 miles per hour. Originally happened multiple times while towing a travel trailer but subsequently happened again with no trailer being towed. No warning lights or other sign of a problem…","quote_2_odi":"11710923","quote_2_text":"Rear wheel lockup due to transmission valve body issues.","quote_3_odi":"11702302","quote_3_text":"During driving at low speed 15-30mph with 4 wheel drive set to auto. 4 wheel drive engaged and rear wheels locked up. Turned off 4wd no issue. Upon arrival at the dealer a bad sensor was determined to have caused the rear wheels to not perform as designed. After resolving the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-rear-window-water-intrusion","label":"Rear window water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11707083","quote_1_text":"I am filing a safety and health complaint regarding a known rear window water intrusion defect on my 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 with approximately 56,000 miles. Despite the severity of the issue, the dealership has refused to provide a permanent repair. This defect is widely…","quote_2_odi":"11737946","quote_2_text":"Sliding rear window leaking, causing mold and ruined seats. Had it \"fixed\" in 2023 only 3 years of owing it. Now here 3 years later the same issue is occurring and they're not willing to make it right. Mold causes a safety hazard for my children and anyone in my vehicle. My…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2020-transmission-shudder-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 803 total)","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742414","quote_1_text":"Transmission shutter had to have torque converter replaced aug of last year and valve body may of this year replaced on the 8l90. Which has a know issue with 2015-2019 but i have the same problem those years are having","quote_2_odi":"11703891","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Chevy Silverado needs a torque converter replacement. My truck is at 90k miles and out of drivetrain warranty. However, this is a known GM problem with trucks (and other vehicles in this class of engine/transmissions). I have talked to GM corporate and they are only…","quote_3_odi":"11718211","quote_3_text":"Pulling out onto road, heard a bang, no forward or backward, unable to move vehicle, brought to repair shop, says output shaft is sheared off, 68000 miles on it, looked on line, apparently common defect, my son in laws friend just had his happen getting off ramp exit, 80000…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11719805","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. While driving 43 MPH, the message \"Brake Failure\" was displayed. The contact then lost control of the vehicle, and the vehicle drove from the right side to the left side of the road, the vehicle drove off the road and crashed…","quote_2_odi":"11723332","quote_2_text":"Master Brake Cylinder failed according to dealership. This however is the second time this issue has occurred. This system failure caused brakes to not respond correctly leading to risk of collision. My safety and my kid's safety was put at risk due to issue happening while…","quote_3_odi":"11705001","quote_3_text":"The brake stopped working. I just bought the car two months ago.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-coolant-control-valve","label":"Coolant control valve failure and reduced power","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718662","quote_1_text":"P1098 engine coolant control valve Engine light comes on and truck says reduced power. Then went off. Back on again","quote_2_odi":"11734999","quote_2_text":"The special coverage program on the coolant valve for My 2021 Chevy Silverado (70,000mi) is not covered due to my vin not being on the list. Something they say and know is an issue, but not covering it for the vehicles they say they’re covering it for.","quote_3_odi":"11709387","quote_3_text":"The coolant control valve has failed, my vin isn’t a part of the special coverage for this bad part ( though the same part and model is covered)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-electronic-tailgate-opening","label":"Electronic tailgate opening unexpectedly","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11713846","quote_1_text":"The tailgate randomly opens and closes during driving causing contents to fall out of the tailgate and creating a hazard for other motorists and damaging personal property. The tailgate now will not open and there is no manual override to open the tailgate. Certainly a design…","quote_2_odi":"11710866","quote_2_text":"1- Tailgate keeps opening by itself. It has opened while driving down the highway and things fell out of back of my truck almost causing an accident. It has opened while sitting in my driveway after I have turned the truck off and gone inside. I have reported this to a dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11715521","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has an electric tailgate lock switch failure/defect. The tailgate unlocks on its own and pops open while driving, at stop lights, in drive-thru restaurants, and while parked which causes a safety hazard to the driver and passengers in the vehicle, as well as other…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714911","quote_1_text":"6.2L L87 V8 engine experienced catastrophic engine failure do to lifter failure and a cylinder 8 misfire. Causing additional damage to camshaft. The dealership has inspected the vehicle and refuses to acknowledge the problem as there own. I have invoices for the work if I choose…","quote_2_odi":"11733351","quote_2_text":"For the second time in my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado with a 5.3-liter engine, I've had GM lifter failure. It's directly related to the Active Fuel Management System (AFM), and was confirmed by my Chevrolet dealer's mechanic and service writer, Burdick Chevrolet in Cicero, New…","quote_3_odi":"11740532","quote_3_text":"I have a 2021 Silverado LT trailboss. Catastrophic engine failure. Camshaft bearing and lifter failure. First lifter replacement @ 16,000 miles. Second at 104,000 miles. Was told by GM the 6.2L L87 I have is not affected due to a Canadian VIN. The sticker on the truck says…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740226","quote_1_text":"Sudden loss of power steering, usually upon initial start. May return, may not return during drive. Began around 1 week ago. Sudden loss of power steering when turning either right or left has occurred causing a dangerous situation. Upon loss of power steering, 2 warnings…","quote_2_odi":"11730487","quote_2_text":"All of a sudden my check engine light came on with the sudden loss of power steering. Almost impossible to steer at low speeds. After turning it off I waited about 15 minutes then restarted the engine and there was no problem steering. Concern about it happening again in the…","quote_3_odi":"11722101","quote_3_text":"When I started my truck, a \"service power steering\" error was displayed in my DIC. My power steering lost all control. After driving for 10 minutes and then shutting the truck off for about 5 minutes, the system reset. This looks very similar to the recall #N212333900, but 2021…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-rear-window-water-intrusion","label":"Rear window water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724840","quote_1_text":"The rear window in my 2021 Silverado 2500 leaks when it rains, water is getting in the carpet/seats creating a bad odor and mold. The dealership will not assist in fixing this known issue.","quote_2_odi":"11698924","quote_2_text":"Rear power window has been replaced multiple times, each time it develops cracks and leaks water causing possible mold in the truck cabin.","quote_3_odi":"11701829","quote_3_text":"The track on the back glass is cracked and leaking water into the interior back cab light.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2021-transmission-shudder-shifting","label":"Transmission shudder and shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11711703","quote_1_text":"The powertrain transmission system, specifically the torque converter, failed on my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado at approximately 66,000 miles. The vehicle was taken to and inspected by a GM-authorized dealership, Pellegrino Chevrolet, on January 7, at which time the dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11717291","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete transmission failure at approximately 77,800 miles. There was no prior abuse or modification. The failure resulted in loss of normal drivability and required full transmission replacement. The transmission was replaced with a…","quote_3_odi":"11729331","quote_3_text":"Hard shifting in most lower gears, slipping gears, shuddering in higher gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-10-speed-transmission-valve-body-wheel-lockup","label":"10-speed transmission valve body failure and rear wheel lock-up","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724565","quote_1_text":"Transmission Control Valve Body (Recall #N242454440) Your truck is part of the massive recall issued late last year (expanded in February 2026) regarding the 10-speed Allison transmission. The Problem: Internal wear in the valve body causes a drop in pressure, which can cause…","quote_2_odi":"11727659","quote_2_text":"The Transmission on my truck down shifted and made it so I lost all power while driving. If I would have been on the freeway it probably would have killed me or caused a serious accident. It is at a shop waiting to be inspected but they said it was the valve body in the…","quote_3_odi":"11723383","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the rear wheels locked up, causing the vehicle to drive off the roadway. The vehicle was still running; however, when the contact attempted to shift into reverse(R) to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-27l-l3b-exhaust-roller-follower-camshaft","label":"2.7L L3B exhaust roller follower and camshaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736243","quote_1_text":"Vehicle developed engine ticking/tapping noise followed by rough running and misfire condition. Independent repair facility performed engine teardown and found cylinder 4 exhaust camshaft lobe severely worn/damaged. Repair facility stated the exhaust roller follower/lifter…","quote_2_odi":"11726630","quote_2_text":"Year: 2022 Make: Chevrolet Model: Silverado 1500 Engine: 2.7L TurboMax (L3B) VIN: [XXX] Mileage at Failure: 119,139 Description of Problem: 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 2.7L L3B TurboMax engine is completely inoperable due to Cylinder 4 exhaust roller follower failure causing…","quote_3_odi":"11730489","quote_3_text":"One day my truck drove perfect to, the next day while driving it starting losing power drastically on the highway and shuts off that i had to dead steer it to the shoulder.”engine power reduced/grinding/knocking sound came on. I brought it to my mechanic and he says change the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-coolant-control-valve","label":"Coolant control valve failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740523","quote_1_text":"The coolant control valve or ccv failed. Initially it caused coolant to leak and the trucks fans would run on high even when the truck was turned off. The truck would sporadically raise temp and de rate the engine. Now the check engine light comes on with the engine being de…","quote_2_odi":"11724642","quote_2_text":"My coolant control valve has failed, the dealership is saying the radiator is now leaking at a weld. They said this is a know issue, but are refusing to repair it. It is caused by the know failing ccv, causing the radiator to overheat.","quote_3_odi":"11716984","quote_3_text":"The engine coolant control valve went out on my vehicle. It is an 2022 LM2 engine. I found that that part frequently goes bad prematurely on this model. I also determined that this should be covered under N252508341. I was told by GM customer support that based on my vin it is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-fuel-pump-driver-control-module-stall","label":"Fuel Pump Driver Control Module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11739431","quote_1_text":"On May 17th, my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 (mileage: 38,628) suffered a catastrophic mechanical failure resulting in an immediate and total loss of motive power while traveling at highway speeds on I-465. Diagnostic testing confirmed DTC P129F, identifying a failure of the…","quote_2_odi":"11737158","quote_2_text":"I was driving with trailer attacked coming from [XXX] , in the middle of the overseas highway (a two lane steet) the truck loss power and stalled and would not start. I was only able to move slightly to the side, with half the trailer with boat still sitting in the road. My…","quote_3_odi":"11727577","quote_3_text":"1. The fuel pump power control module on my 2022 Chevy Silverado failed. It was 38 months old and had 14,970 miles on it. I purchased it only 2 months ago. I believe the specific part number was 13554060. It was replaced with part number 13554821. The dealer retained--or more…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-l87-62l-engine-loss-of-propulsion","label":"6.2L L87 engine seizure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729590","quote_1_text":"My wife and I were driving at highway speed around 70mph and truck shut off. There were no dash indicators or warning lights that signaled any engine/diagnostic issues prior to engine shutting off. Lost all power but still had brakes and steering. Coasted to safe stopping point…","quote_2_odi":"11726358","quote_2_text":"My L87 6.2L engine shut off on the interstate while driving in traffic at 70mph. I coasted to the left shoulder and attempted to restart it, but it would not turn over. I had it towed to a dealer where they diagnosed it as seized. Currently waiting for a new engine to arrive…","quote_3_odi":"11717213","quote_3_text":"I had the GM 6.2L motor recall test, it passed. Catastrophic engine failure at 50mph roughly 6000-7000 miles later. Luckily I got off the road safely. Confirmed by GM dealer, new engine has been ordered. No warning lights.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-power-tailgate-opens-unexpectedly","label":"Power tailgate opening unexpectedly from switch water intrusion","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724881","quote_1_text":"The rear tailgate started opening when I opened my doors and also when driving down the road. I would pull up and tail gate was wide open. I was okay but thankfully nothing in the back came out and hit vehicles behind me. No warning lights and anything. Dealership said it’s a…","quote_2_odi":"11728253","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the tailgate door erroneously opened. Additionally, the battery was drained, and the vehicle needed to be jump-started. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed…","quote_3_odi":"11735580","quote_3_text":"Issue: Tailgate unlatches unexpectedly Erratic behavior consistent with electronic release switch malfunction I am reporting a safety concern involving the tailgate on my 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 3500 HD. The tailgate exhibits erratic behavior and has unlatched unexpectedly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-shift-to-park-microswitch","label":"Shift to Park microswitch fault preventing power-down","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738806","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD 6.6 gas with 59K miles has been experiencing the \"shift to park\" problem associated with this and other Chevrolet/GM vehicles. When putting the car in park, the column shifter moves the transmission from drive to park but when you shut off…","quote_2_odi":"11734467","quote_2_text":"The micro switch that tells the truck that it is in park is not working. So when the truck is put in park the display says vehicle not in park and dings. This started at only 48,000 miles intermittently but is doing so constantly now at 53,500 miles and I’m having to buy a part…","quote_3_odi":"11741379","quote_3_text":"When I shift the transmission into park., turn off the ignition, there is an error message - shift into park. Even though I shifted into park, the power stays on, ie stereo, lights, HVAC etc. This is putting a strand on the battery, and computer systems. I now have a list of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2022-telematics-onstar-module","label":"Telematics / OnStar control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 658 total)","source_complaint_count":658,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703894","quote_1_text":"I have a 2022 Chevy Silverado and my wifi, onstar, gps mapping is not working. I got the run around from the dealership and they told me to call onstar because my onstar and wifi it's not working. Turns out the Telematic Control Module is defective and not working. They want me…","quote_2_odi":"11722054","quote_2_text":"The onstar module goes bad I have a 2022 with 60,000miles and they won't replace it and want to charge me $1,000 on a $80,000 truck. I'm not the only one I've seen multiple people with GM vehicles with the same exact issue. The people with super cruise (car drives itself) it…","quote_3_odi":"11708840","quote_3_text":"Onstar telematic module. Paying monthly for a safety service that does not work. My truck has 20k miles on it and has been in the shop multiple times for issues that should not have been issues. No warnings, Onstar module just stopped functioning. Known issue but, I have to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Back-over prevention camera and braking malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753743","quote_1_text":"a week ago I was backing up and this truck is supposed to be equipped with a \"REAR CROSS TRAFFIC BRAKINGF – When in Reverse, the system warns of detected cross-traffic approaching in either direction and provides alerts and hard emergency braking to help reduce the severity or…","quote_2_odi":"11667153","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the back-over prevention screen was displaying only two-thirds of the image of the rear of the vehicle. The dealer informed the contact that it was a common failure after a recent software update issued by the manufacturer","quote_3_odi":"11721463","quote_3_text":"The Guidance lines on my back up camera have gone out, and only shows a hourglass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-engine-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Engine stall and loss of propulsion (L87 V8)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750791","quote_1_text":"On Sunday, July 12, 2026, the 6.2L V8 (L87) engine in my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 ZR2 seized and locked up completely, resulting in total loss of propulsion. I was driving at 65 MPH when it felt like the transmission was slipping and I lost power and coasted the truck to…","quote_2_odi":"11726944","quote_2_text":"My engine completely died, and a complete loss of propulsion happened. My safety was put at risk due to no power while on busy highway. This problem with L87 engines (6.2) has been reported extensively","quote_3_odi":"11712710","quote_3_text":"The motor blew with no notice, around 1000 miles after the recall inspection. My safety, along with the others around me was put at risk as I was in the fast lane during rush hour traffic with no motor to aid switching lanes to get to the shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755838","quote_1_text":"Multiple times the truck has stopped running while driving. Once one the highway, once in an intersection, another time in a parking lot. It has not started when I have tried to turn it on. All the times I have called AAA","quote_2_odi":"11745264","quote_2_text":"Fuel regulation module K111 part number GM13540028 failed and when this part fails the truck is stuck where it is. The brakes are locked, the truck cannot be started or put in neutral","quote_3_odi":"11745139","quote_3_text":"Vehicle would not start while on vacation. Called a tow to take to GM dealer. Turns out the fuel pump control module was bad. Some 2023 with a 5.3 had recalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-onstar-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics control module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737370","quote_1_text":"Had a vehicle update for my 2023 Chevrolet Silverado and now my Onstar Module is toast and no longer under warranty bc I have 37,000 miles. Many reports of this happening to 2023 models but no recalls for this","quote_2_odi":"11729992","quote_2_text":"Onstar isnt working the clock wont stay on time the telematics control module went out on a brand new truck just past the 36,000 mile warranty","quote_3_odi":"11697858","quote_3_text":"OnStar Module needs to be replaced and of course the module died right after the warranty went out. After research come to find out this is an issue with all GMC and Chevy vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-tailgate-opens-unexpectedly","label":"Power tailgate opening unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11727450","quote_1_text":"Tailgate opens on its own after parking truck. No buttons inside or on the key fob are pressed and the tailgate randomly opens. Caused the battery to drain as well","quote_2_odi":"11724913","quote_2_text":"Tailgate unexpectedly opened when driving. Switch on and off when parked and drained battery","quote_3_odi":"11721346","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the tailgate lowered unexpectedly while driving at various speeds, and occasionally closed unintendedly. The failure also occurred while the vehicle was parked and turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751526","quote_1_text":"Hard shifting, Shuddering, clunking sound when shifting between drive and reverse. Was informed by Ken Ganley Chevy in Brookpark , Ohio that the valve body inside the 8speed transmission is faulty and is on a nationwide backorder","quote_2_odi":"11740916","quote_2_text":"Transmission went out while driving on highway, entering limp mode. Ended up needing a valve body replacement at only 20k miles which was covered, but now I am having more transmission issues still with delayed forward engagement and slipping gears and it is only at 65k miles","quote_3_odi":"11726441","quote_3_text":"Valve body in the transmission failed while driving on the freeway, all of a sudden it was like the car was in neutral and the RPM's went to redline. Dealer is telling me it is a known issue and has no idea on when they will be able to get parts because they have been on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-camera-infotainment-outages","label":"Backup camera and infotainment system outages","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11673207","quote_1_text":"The backup camera stopped working around July 1. I took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer could not fix the problem. The dealer says GM is aware that some vehicles have their backup camera stop working and is working on a software fix…","quote_2_odi":"11690890","quote_2_text":"Onstar stopped working after an over the air software update and has not worked since.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-def-false-readings","label":"DEF system false readings and speed restriction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11724528","quote_1_text":"The DEF tank failed making the exhaust system malfunction. This puts the vehicle in limp mode.","quote_2_odi":"11708338","quote_2_text":"Vehicle does not indicate proper DEF level. Vehicle has stated several times that it is out of DEF but is not. The most recent time the vehicle was at a dealer and was noted as normal operation. Driving up to going the dealer: vehicle displayed message “DEF empty refill now…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-electrical-module-faults","label":"Electrical module faults with multiple warning messages","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11675076","quote_1_text":"Instrument cluster stopped working, I have no speed or fuel remaining indicators. Dealer completed software recall work which did not fix the issue. Replacement is on back order so I am unable to drive the vehicle for an unknown amount of time.","quote_2_odi":"11676409","quote_2_text":"On Tuesday we pulled out into traffic and the truck shuddered and I heard a pop. The air conditioner went out and then a plethora of warnings along with the service engine light popped up on the dash. The brakes stopped working and the truck went into a low idle almost causing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-engine-recall-repair-delays","label":"Engine recall repair delays and VIN exclusions","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11691024","quote_1_text":"There is a safety recall on my truck and dealer wont take it in to address the issue. I have been trying for months and they say that they are waiting for guidance from GM. We don't feel safe driving the truck…","quote_2_odi":"11672292","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-l87-engine-failure","label":"6.2L L87 engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11746039","quote_1_text":"Engine seized middle of road had to coast off into a safe spot to park","quote_2_odi":"11734336","quote_2_text":"While exiting a highway via an off-ramp, the vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical failure consistent with internal engine/bearing failure. During deceleration on the off-ramp, the engine began to shudder violently and immediately lost power…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-tailgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11671305","quote_1_text":"The tailgate releases on its own multiple times a day. Once it’s down, you can hear it attempt to do it again and the lights flash. It drained the battery also","quote_2_odi":"11738625","quote_2_text":"Tailgate opened on its own while driving down the interstate. Since then, anytime I open a door or use the drivers door to unlock the truck, the tailgate drops. The button on the tailgate does not open it, I have to use the FOB. I frequently carry construction materials…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-trailer-brake-disablement","label":"Trailer brake disablement while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11728285","quote_1_text":"Trailer brakes and lights come and go. I start with having everything then loose brakes and lights when I’m driving. This is apparently a known issue that they have a fix for but I have never received anything about a recall.","quote_2_odi":"11694147","quote_2_text":"When pulling my trailer with my 2024 chevy 3500, I get the following alert displayed on my screen periodically: Trailer Brakes Disabled Service Required. The trailer brakes stop working on my 16000lb trailer and I need to pull off the road and shut off the truck, and then…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11673108","quote_1_text":"10-speed automatic transmission valve body failure at 41k Parts are unavailable nor are replacement transmissions. Dealership says 3 months","quote_2_odi":"11716445","quote_2_text":"When driving, between the speeds of 40-50mph, the wheels would lock up without warning. This happened 4 times during the month of January, sometimes in 4wd. This occurred at speed when the vehicle seemed to be upshifting. Control of the vehicle would be lost during the lockup…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-audio-alert-loss","label":"Loss of audio alerts and driver-assist warnings","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738343","quote_1_text":"All sound goes out on this truck intermittently. Maybe once every 3-4 days. I will have 0 sound, the safety feature sounds, the parking assistance, the directional signal sounds, the stereo","quote_2_odi":"11697170","quote_2_text":"Turn signal sound intermittently fails along with all sound to the radio, phone, warning sounds, all audio feedback fails. GM is aware and does not have a fix","quote_3_odi":"11716417","quote_3_text":"I have taken my vehicle to the dealership, Preston, Hood Chevrolet, Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The problem I’m having is the avoidance system!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-electrical-module-failure","label":"Electrical module and instrument cluster failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737983","quote_1_text":"2025 Chevrolet Silverado Crew Cab, VIN [XXX] , purchased new in April 2025. Total transaction value exceeded $50,000 including trade in of previous vehicle. Has experienced repeated serious electrical failures in under a year and 16,500 miles","quote_2_odi":"11733535","quote_2_text":"Soon after purchase, Onstar stopped working. Took to dealership and they started Onstar module bad","quote_3_odi":"11683168","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a black screen and seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728538","quote_1_text":"The contact's daughter owned a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LD. The contact stated that his son was parked in a parking lot and starting the vehicle when the vehicle caught on fire","quote_2_odi":"11710512","quote_2_text":"Driving south on I95 under normal condition. After driving for about a hour truck started smoking under the hood. I pulled over and turned off vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11695621","quote_3_text":"While driving down IH10 in Boerne, TX on Oct 15, 2025, I saw smoke coming into the vehicle from the A/C vents","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-engine-thrust-bearing-failure","label":"Engine thrust bearing failure and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746976","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Chevy Silverado 1500 6.2L V8 experienced an internal engine failure at approximately 16,500 miles, requiring replacement of the entire long block under the factory powertrain warranty","quote_2_odi":"11722622","quote_2_text":"The engine in my 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 experienced a catastrophic internal failure caused by a failed thrust bearing in the crankshaft assembly. The failure caused the engine to stop operating immediately and without warning","quote_3_odi":"11685428","quote_3_text":"At 5,750 mi. the 6.2 gas engine seized due to connecting rod bearings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-steering-brake-shutdown","label":"Sudden loss of steering and braking with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737573","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at approximately 40 MPH, every single warning light illuminated on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11728319","quote_2_text":"On 3/30/2026, I was driving down the road & suddenly my dash filled with warning lights about brakes, abs etc. Steering the vehicle became almost impossible because power steering was gone","quote_3_odi":"11675195","quote_3_text":"My 2025 Chevy Silverado ZR2 has experienced the same dangerous system failure five times. While driving, every warning light on the dash activates, I lose power steering, and the vehicle completely shuts down and won’t restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-tailgate-unlatching","label":"Tailgate or liftgate unlatching while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750324","quote_1_text":"On Thursday, July 9, 2026, at approximately 2:30 p.m., I was driving my 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Duramax on Highway 40 while towing a properly connected trailer","quote_2_odi":"11750196","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear liftgate independently opened while there was cargo loaded inside the bed of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11748256","quote_3_text":"Tailgate unlatched while driving and all my items in the trunk fell out without me, knowing about it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2025-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738325","quote_1_text":"Was driving and vehicle went into neutral and reduced acceleration drive with care message along with a illumination of a engine appeared on dash, dealer diagnosed faulty valve body on transmission","quote_2_odi":"11731273","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway with my family in the middle of a snowstorm, my 2025 Silverado 1500 with 8,000 miles on it, suddenly dropped gears down to 1st without warning","quote_3_odi":"11729153","quote_3_text":"Violent shuddering, as if vehicle does not know what gear to be in. unpredictable harsh and delayed gear changes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-adas-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753227","quote_1_text":"I suspect the automatic emergency braking suddenly activated while backing into my driveway. The truck abruptly stopped as if i crashed into something. The driveway was completely empty there was no reason for the vehicle to activate that system","quote_2_odi":"11753229","quote_2_text":"While using the adaptive cruise on the highway the truck will rapidly slow down as is there is something in it path even though nothing is there. This has happened multiple times on the expressway now and I can no longer use adaptive cruise","quote_3_odi":"11739197","quote_3_text":"OnStar Super Cruise, while using super cruise the vehicle tried to change lanes with another vehicle in the other lane. I had to fiscally override the super cruise to prevent an accident. This happened on three separate occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-audio-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment and audio system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719011","quote_1_text":"Same problem since 2024 on the silverado infotainment center goes black, radio cuts out. The dealer is hiding this problem from the buyer and not telling them. GM has been working on this for 2 years and they can still sell the truck with an electrical problem","quote_2_odi":"11718127","quote_2_text":"0 audio works in the truck. No audible turn signals, warning chimes, phone calls, onstar... nothing","quote_3_odi":"11740721","quote_3_text":"Turn signals do not provide any audio signal letting you know they are on and working. GM is unable to correct issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-engine-failure","label":"Engine knock, seizure, and replacement (6.2L V8)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754850","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2026 Chevrolet Silverado ZR2 with the 6.2L V8 had a catastrophic failure. While I was driving, the engine suddenly shut off and seized without any warning. The dealer told me they found metal in the engine oil and oil filter","quote_2_odi":"11743862","quote_2_text":"Defect: Engine failure caused by lifter and camshaft failure at 114 miles (5.2 engine hours). The vehicle is at the dealership undergoing warranty repairs. The service department confirmed a seized lifter, necessitating the replacement of all lifters and the camshaft","quote_3_odi":"11726040","quote_3_text":"BRAND NEW 2026 CHEVY TRAIL BOSS LT 6.2L V8. DROVE NORMALLY FOR 1291 MILES BEFORE THE ENGINE LOCKED UP AND VEHICLE DIED WHILE DRIVING. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED A FEW TIMES BEFORE IT DIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-owners-manual-missing","label":"Owner's manual missing at delivery","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732903","quote_1_text":"GM OWNERS MANUAL NEVER IN VEHICLE WHEN DELIVERED NEW SEPTEMBER 26,2025. DEALER SAID AVAILABLE ONLINE. GM IS RESPONSIBLE BY LAW TO PROVIDE A WRITTEN OWNERS MANUAL WITH ALL NEW CARS, SO BUYER CAN READILY ANSWER OPERATIONS AND SAFETY INFORMATION FOR THE NEW VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11724854","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is listed as not being affected by any current recalls. When I purchased my vehicle in December 2025, it did not have an Owner's Manual in the glovebox, which I found concerning","quote_3_odi":"11727597","quote_3_text":"I purchased my new 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 truck on 12/04/2025 from CMA Chevrolet in [XXX] . When the truck was delivered, there was no owner's manual with the truck. I recently found that there was a recall associated with this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-stall-no-warning","label":"Unexpected shutdown to neutral without warning codes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756211","quote_1_text":"I was making a sharp turn going about 6 miles an hour. The vehicle suddenly stalled and shifted to neutral. A message appeared on the dash stating, “Please restart vehicle.” The vehicle restarted without issue and no error codes were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11751277","quote_2_text":"A.The engine is stalling while driving. This has happened four different times. Three times while towing, and one time while backing up a small hill. This is a scary situation because three of the four times almost caused an accident","quote_3_odi":"11746770","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH and attempting to depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lost motive power, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, and the vehicle operated as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-tailgate-liftgate-opening","label":"Tailgate or liftgate opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756288","quote_1_text":"Tailgate keeps randomly opening when driving down the road. Vehicle was taken to a Chevrolet dealership for them to address. GM denied warranty claim and will not provide anything in writing","quote_2_odi":"11756285","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, the liftgate opened unexpectedly. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, exited the vehicle, and closed the liftgate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-transmission-fault","label":"Transmission hard shifting and fluid-line failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723783","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed, the transmission fluid line failed and transmission fluid rapidly leaked from the vehicle. There were no warning lights, alerts, or messages before the failure occurred","quote_2_odi":"11730846","quote_2_text":"Driving at highway speed’s transmission was hard shifting on its own from Drive to Low and vice versa on its own the first time. Truck taken to dealer and was told that transmission needed an update","quote_3_odi":"11717660","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and failed to respond immediately. The contact stated that several seconds later, the vehicle operated as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 1500","model_slug":"silverado-1500","cluster_id":"silverado-1500-2026-warning-light-cascade","label":"Simultaneous brake, traction, and ESC warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738317","quote_1_text":"Immediately after startup, approximately eight warning lights and system failure messages appeared on the dashboard simultaneously. The warnings included the Check Engine Light, ABS warning, Brake System Failure, Service Steering Column Lock","quote_2_odi":"11738322","quote_2_text":"The truck displayed warning messages for traction control service and brake system failure on the instrument panel while parked in my driveway, prior to the vehicle becoming inoperable, I experienced dangerous driving conditions including swerving","quote_3_odi":"11741496","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated that the message \"Service Brake Assist\" was illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the message was reset on several occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/silverado-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-dash-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger air bag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10935199","quote_1_text":"MAJOR CRACKING IN THE DASH OF MY TRUCK. STARTED ON THE OF THE PASSANGER SIDE AIRBAG AND HAS SINCE SPREAD. ALSO CRACKING IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER ABOVE THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10643496","quote_2_text":"THE DASH IS CRACKED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE NEXT TO THE TOP LEFT CORNER NEXT TO THE PASSENGER AIR BAG PANEL. MY FEAR IS IF THIS AIR BAG IS DEPLOYED SHARDS OF PLASTIC WILL BECOME SHRAPNEL AND INJURE MY FRONT SEAT PASSENGER. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10564849","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD IS CRACKED. TRUCK IS ALWAYS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-defroster-fog","label":"Defroster fails to clear window fog","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10448891","quote_1_text":"DEFROSTERS DONT WORK IT CREATES A VERY REAL SAFTY HAZARD TRUCK IS UNDRIVABLE WHEN DEFROTERS ARE NEEDED. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10440293","quote_2_text":"WHEN IT RAINS OR WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 32F ALL THE WINDOWS STEAM UP AND THE DEFROSTER WILL NOT CLEAR THEM UP. THIS CONDITION MAKES IT VARY HARD TO SEE OUT THE WINDOWS. I HAVE 2 OF THESE 2010 SILVERADOS AND THEY BOTH DO THE SAME THING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-door-handle-detach","label":"Interior door handle detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11437338","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to open from the inside or outside. The contact stated that no warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10577346","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE ATTEMPTED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WHEN THE DRIVER'S FRONT INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE BECAME DETACHED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10701314","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO ON I-675 AND TRUCK EXPERIENCED IMMEDIATE ENGINE POWER LOSS, SPEED AUTOMATICALLY REDUCED TO 20 MILES PER HOUR AND ENGINE LIGHT W/ ENGINE REDUCED POWER VERBIAGE ALERTED ON DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"10667422","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, MY 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH 27,000 MILE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND SLOWED FROM 50MPH TO 25MPH IN A MATTER OF SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-spare-tire-hoist-crack","label":"Spare tire hoist bracket cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE, TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10549030","quote_1_text":"SPARE TIRE HOIST BRACKET BROKE AND SPARE TIRE WAS SWINGING LOOSELY UNDER REAR OF TRUCK. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED SEVERAL STRESS CRACKS IN BRACKET SURROUNDING THE BOLT HOLE. IF TIRE BRACKET WOULD HAVE BROKE OFF TIRE WOULD DROP TO PAVEMENT AND BECOME A ROAD HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"10860010","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THE SPARE TIRE FAILED TO MOVE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO FRACTURE THE WIRE CABLE THAT HELD THE TIRE IN PLACE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11039639","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL THIS RECALL WAS ISSUED 5/27/2016. NO REMEDY HAS BEEN MADE YET. THE RECALL SAYS THAT THE NHTSA GRANTED THEM UNTIL AUGUST 2017 TO HAVE A REMEDY, YET NONE EXISTS","quote_2_odi":"11424831","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2010-trans-cooler-line-leak","label":"Transmission cooler line leaks","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10579729","quote_1_text":"6 SPD TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES LEAKING AT HOSE CRIMP BY RADIATOR. MAY CAUSE A FIRE UNDER HOOD BECAUSE TRANNY OIL IS COATING LINES ALL THE WAY BACK BY EXHAUST MANIFOLD. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11055534","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION COOLANT LINES LEAKED OIL ONTO THE EXHAUST. THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE UNDER THE VEHICLE ALONG THE PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11142533","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: MY FAMILY AND I SUFFERED A SEVERE CAR ACCIDENT AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. WE HIT GOING 70MPH INTO A FLIPPED 18 WHEELER ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10704219","quote_2_text":"WE WERE MAKING A STOP AT THE LIGHT , WHEN A 18-WHEELER DIDN'T STOP AND HIT US IN THE BACK ,PUSHING US TOWARDS THE BUS THAT WAS IN FRONT OF US , MAKING THE GLASS OF THE BACK BREAK AND THROWING ALL THE CRYSTALS IN OUR BODY AND CLOTHES ,THE AIR BAGS NEVER OPEN","quote_3_odi":"10607261","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS FORCED OFF THE ROAD BY ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO HIT A LIGHT POLE HEAD ON. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. DRIVER AND PASSENGER SUFFERED INJURY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-cp4-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11634401","quote_1_text":"Engine suddenly stopped running while driving and could not be restarted. It was towed to a local diesel repair shop. Diagnostics showed a catastrophic failure of the high pressure fuel pump which polluted the complete fuel system with metal","quote_2_odi":"11349704","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN EXCESS OF 55 MPH ON I 95, MY 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500 STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE I WAS IN THE FAR LEFT PASSING LANE","quote_3_odi":"11150932","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING TO WORK IN THE FAST LANE OF THE FREEWAY WHEN I HEARD A FAINT SQUEALING NOISE AND THE TRUCK SUDDENLY STARTED RUNNING ROUGH. I BEGAN CROSSING ALL 4 LANES AND BY THE TIME I MADE IT TO THE THE SLOW LANE THE TRUCK COMPLETELY DIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-dash-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10970005","quote_1_text":"THE DASH HAS CRACKED AT THE TOP RIGHT CORNER OF THE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. NOTHING WAS DONE TO CAUSE THE CRACK. IT WASN'T THERE ONE DAY AND THEN IT WAS THERE THE NEXT DAY","quote_2_odi":"10825706","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500 THAT HAS APPROXIMATELY 44,000 MILES ON IT AND IS GARAGE KEPT. I HAVE SEVERAL CRACKS AROUND MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WHICH COULD POSE A SAFETY ISSUE EVEN THOUGH GM SAID THE CRACKS WILL NOT","quote_3_odi":"11112334","quote_3_text":"THE DASH IS CRACKED AT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. IF THE AIRBAG HAS TO INFLATE I AM AFRAID IT WILL SEND PIECES OF DASH INTO THE PASSENGERS FACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-door-handle-breakage","label":"Exterior door handle breaking off","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11281375","quote_1_text":"ON SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2019, I WAS ATTEMPTING TO EXIT MY VEHICLE WHEN I PULLED THE DOOR HANDLE ONLY TO HAVE IT BREAK OFF IN MY HAND","quote_2_odi":"10761417","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE COMPLETELY BROKE AND NOW MY DOOR WILL NOT OPEN. THIS IS A REAL PROBLEM WITH SEVERAL CHEVROLET MODELS MY WIFE ALSO HAS A 08 TAHOE AND ALL FOUR HANDLES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND THE DRIVER SIDE HAS PULLED LOOSE AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10549903","quote_3_text":"FIRST I WENT TO OPEN MY FRONT PASSENGER DOOR FROM THE OUTSIDE AND THE CHROME DOOR HANDLE CAME OFF THE TRUCK IN MY HAND. APPROXIMATELY A WEEK LATER, THE DRIVER DOOR HANDLE ALSO CAME OFF IN MY HAND AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Stabilitrak/traction control fault with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10448331","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY AND APPROACHING A SLOW MOVING TRUCK IN THE RIGHT LANE AHEAD OF ME. THERE WAS ANOTHER TRUCK BEHIND ME IN MY LANE. I MOVED TO THE LEFT LANE TO PASS THE SLOW TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"11052270","quote_2_text":"RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING, WARNING BELLS & LIGHTS FLASH, MESSAGE IN DIC STATE SERVICE STABILITRAK/TRACTION CONTROL. INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GOES DEAD, A/C QUITS COOLING & RADIO QUITS. IF THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION IT WILL CONTINUE TO BE DRIVABLE","quote_3_odi":"10678453","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY DAUGHTER TO SCHOOL AND THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN ON ITS OWN. AND WHEN I PUSHED THE GAS IT JUMPED AND SHIFTED HARD, HAD TO CRUISE ALL THE WAY HOME VEHICLE WOULDN'T START BACK UP. STABILITY AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS CAME ON ENGINE REDUCED SPEED AND CUT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11405743","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V050000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11123440","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I WANT THIS AIRBAG REPLACED!! THIS AIRBAG HAS BEEN UNDER RECALL SINCE 05/2016. GM FILED FOR INCONSEQUENTIALITY AND YOUR WEBSITE SAYS IT SHOULD HAVE BEEN REVIEWED AND DECIDED BY 2017. IT IS NOW 08/2018, BUT TODAY, GM SAYS NO REMEDY IS AVAILABLE, STILL","quote_3_odi":"11604511","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2011-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11519283","quote_1_text":"The vehicle started to shift on its own mostly between the upper gears even though terrain or load had not changed. At slower speeds the vehicle started to automatically shift into park and lock up the wheels","quote_2_odi":"11488042","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she made a mid-left turn and heard a low sound coming from the engine","quote_3_odi":"11024218","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT A RED LIGHT, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11435924","quote_1_text":"The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11438049","quote_2_text":"GM sent me a recall notice March 2021 that my air bag is defective and they plan to replace it. That notice was in March 2021 and they still have not repaired it stating that parts are not available yet","quote_3_odi":"11427569","quote_3_text":"The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V054000(AIR BAGS); however, the parts for the repair were unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal failing to respond","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10778704","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO TWO, TWO-TON ROCKS","quote_2_odi":"10862956","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL DROPPED TO THE FLOOR AND SEIZED","quote_3_odi":"10672668","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel fuel injection pump failure contaminating fuel system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11012551","quote_1_text":"BOSCH CP4.2 FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTIONED AND CONTAMINATED THE ENTIRE FUEL AND INJECTION SYSTEM WITH METAL SHAVINGS. THE TRUCK ENGINE STOPPED WHILE TRAVELING AT 50 MPH ON A CITY STREET AND LEFT ME WITH NO POWER STEERING","quote_2_odi":"10936256","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS METAL CONTAMINATION IN THE FUEL SYSTEM DUE TO A FUEL PUMP FRACTURING IN THE FUEL TANK","quote_3_odi":"11559138","quote_3_text":"Was driving the truck doing 65 on the highway and the cp4 ruined the whole fuel system. That includes the fuel rails injectors and pump!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-dash-crack-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11140769","quote_1_text":"DASH IS CRACKED ABOVE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG, POTENTIALLY CAUSING HIGH VELOCITY PROJECTILE HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF AN AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT","quote_2_odi":"10820372","quote_2_text":"CRACKS IN THE DASH AT THE AIRBAG MAY BECOME PROJECTILES","quote_3_odi":"10821116","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD IN THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY CRACKED ON THE DRIVER SIDE FROM THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-frame-rust-corrosion","label":"Frame rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10794807","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRAME WAS COVERED WITH RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME NEEDED TO BE REPAINTED","quote_2_odi":"10536392","quote_2_text":"NOW AFTER 11000 MILES MY FRAME LOOKS LIKE A TRUCK OUT OF THE 80'S","quote_3_odi":"10846412","quote_3_text":"IT IS NOT A LITTLE RUST HERE AND THERE. THE RUST IS LITERALLY ALL OVER THE FRAME. THERE IS MORE OF THE FRAME WITH RUST THAN WITHOUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-steering-seizure-low-speed","label":"Steering wheel seizure at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10676709","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A POLE","quote_2_odi":"10598745","quote_2_text":"THIS HAS OCCURRED TWICE NOW. GOING AT SLOW SPEED, SUCH AS 5 TO 10 MPH MAKING A TURN AND THE STEERING GOES OUT MAKING THE TRUCK DIFFICULT TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"10667241","quote_3_text":"WHEN MAKING A TURN AT LOW SPEED, THE POWER STEERING GOES OFF. IT IS THEN ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-tcm-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure causing limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11542321","quote_1_text":"My TCM went out in my truck while towing which made the vehicle not be able to move putting my family in jeopardy while on the road","quote_2_odi":"11516029","quote_2_text":"The Transmission Control Module failed causing the vehicle to loose power and operate only in \"limp mode\". General Motors does not have a replacement module available, leaving the vehicle inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11536536","quote_3_text":"Transmisión control module stopped working while driving on the highway. It went from going 70 miles per hour on the highway to 15 miles per hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2012-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire tread and sidewall separation or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10978768","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT","quote_2_odi":"10786148","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO WOBBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRE SHOULDERS SEPARATED","quote_3_odi":"10668902","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THE SIDEWALL PLIES BROKE INTERNALLY CAUSING THE TIRE TO DE-BEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-brake-caliper-lockup","label":"Front brake caliper lockup with overheating and smoke","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11230770","quote_1_text":"APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BRAKE PADS ON FRONT AXLE, THE FRONT PASSENGER BRAKE LOCKED UP WHILE IN MOTION CAUSING EXCESSIVE HEAT BUILD UP AND SMOKE. WAS TOWED TO A SHOP AND THE CALIPER REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11418747","quote_2_text":"Faulty brakes -master cylinder failed (so i am told) causing the calipers, rotors, pads heating up to the point of a significant amout of smoke coming from tires","quote_3_odi":"11406036","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, BREAKS \"STICK\" CAUSING THE TO GET SO HOT THE SMOKE AND SMELL LIKE THEY ARE BURNING. THE TRUCK PULLS AND SHAKES SO AGGRESSIVELY YOU CAN BARELY STEER IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-dash-cracking","label":"Cracked dashboard near airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11417956","quote_1_text":"The plastic dash on my vehicle is cracking majorly. There is nothing GM is doing to fix this issue. However, if the cracking continues to get worse it could cause harm me the driver and passengers in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10825445","quote_2_text":"THE DASH HAS CRACKED IN 2 PLACES NEXT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. SHOULD IT DEPLOY THERE WILL BE A PIECE AS LONG AS A BIG KNIFE THAT WILL BECOME A PROJECTILE","quote_3_odi":"10818025","quote_3_text":"2013 LTZ SILVERADO 47,000 MILAGE DASH CRACKED IN THE UPPER LEFT CORNER OF AIRBAG AREA. FEEL COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD IF IN AN ACCIDENT AND AIRBAG IS DEPLOYED CAUSING THE DASH TO THROW SHARDS OF PLASTIC IN CAB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-def-speed-limit","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid system speed limitation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11408349","quote_1_text":"POOR QUALITY EXHAUST FLUID UNABLE TO DRIVE OVER 55MPH","quote_2_odi":"11462102","quote_2_text":"Diesel Exhaust Poor Quality Warning false alarmed and began restricting vehicle speed thus limiting range the vehicle can travel to less than 250 miles and at speeds significantly lower than posted speed limits","quote_3_odi":"11520139","quote_3_text":"Driving on the interstate the truck starting. Message center displayed a fuel sys warning. The messages changed warning of speed limitations. The speed allowed wa# reduced every few miles. Eventually the engine would not run nor would it restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and undercarriage corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11548865","quote_1_text":"Rear frame rust/rotted out, primarily shock crossmembers, and spare tire rack","quote_2_odi":"11283120","quote_2_text":"EXTREME CORROSION OBSERVED IN THE FRAME. FRAME PEELING AT THE POINT OF PARTS BROKEN","quote_3_odi":"10538019","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2013 SILVERADO, WHILE TAKING POSSESSION OF THE TRUCK I NOTICED THE UNDERCOATING HAD FALLEN OFF OF THE FRAME RAIL ABOVE THE RIGHT REAR TIRE AND HAD BEGUN TO RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal shavings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11439599","quote_1_text":"Metal shavings in my fuel system","quote_2_odi":"11330630","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY I STARTED TO LOSE POWER AND SO WHEN I PULLED INTO THE AIRPORT PARKING LOT MY TRUCK STALLED WHILE I WAS STILL IN DRIVE. I TRIED TO RESTART THE TRUCK HOWEVER IT WOULD NOT CRANK OVER SO I HAD TO CONTACT A TOW COMPANY","quote_3_odi":"11468452","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle stopped unintentionally without warning. The contact was able to shift the vehicle into neutral(N) and pull over to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-steering-lockup","label":"Loss of power steering assist / steering lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10587178","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING AT 55 MPH STEERING LOCKED UP AND WAS UNABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. 15 MINUTES LATER DID THE SAME THING AT 45 MPH DURING BUSY TRAFFIC AND AGAIN APPROXIMATELY 10 MINUTES LATER AT 45 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10533870","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO TURN. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10509134","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING 70 MPH ON FREEWAY, NATURALLY VEERING LEFT TO RIGHT WENT TO CORRECT TO THE RIGHT AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. I COULD TURN TO THE LEFT MORE BUT COULD NOT CORRECT BACK TO THE RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2013-tcm-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure in limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11542314","quote_1_text":"Tcm went out while driving with loaded trailer locked trans in low gear","quote_2_odi":"11525733","quote_2_text":"The transmission control module shut down in the process of me driving. I could not even move my truck out of the highway. Had to have it towed","quote_3_odi":"11515051","quote_3_text":"Transmission control module failure while driving, loss of communication. Sent into limp mode, lost speed and power while towing. Lost stability control and traction control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Bosch CP4 fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11547604","quote_1_text":"Cp4 failure, left me stranded and cost me 11k in repairs. 69k miles on truck 6,427.40$ for the Bosh disaster kit","quote_2_odi":"11457851","quote_2_text":"While I was pulling my trailer up a grade on my 2014 Chevy Silverado 2500HD diesel truck, the fuel pump had catastrophic failure resulting in total loss of power","quote_3_odi":"11132452","quote_3_text":"FUEL INJECTION PUMP NAME APART INTERNALLY CRACKING CASE SPRAYING FUEL ON HOT ENGINE WHILE DRIVING DOWN ROAD, ALSO SENDING METAL PIECES THROUGH FUEL SYSTEM TO INJECTORS MAKING THEM USELESS AND NEEDING REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-driveline-vibration","label":"Driveline vibration and shake at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10726323","quote_1_text":"I WAS MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND JUST ABOUT GOT UP TO SPEED AND FELT A VIBRATION THAT WITHIN A FEW SECONDS GOT REALLY INTENSE THEN HEARD A POP AND THEN SEVERAL BANGS","quote_2_odi":"10653207","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO ON 7/11/14. ON THE WAY HOME I CALLED THE DEALER TO TELL THEM THAT IT HAD A BAD VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"10746091","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and underbody rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10860807","quote_1_text":"LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST AND CORROSION ON FRAME. ONLY 9000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10807767","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT OBSERVED EXTENSIVE CORROSION ON THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE'S FRAME","quote_3_odi":"10622559","quote_3_text":"FRAME ON MY BRAND NEW 2014 SILVERADO HAS MAJOR RUST ISSUES, CHEVY DEALERS SAY OH IT'S NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and stabilitrak-linked steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11436457","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH and making a turn, the vehicle inadvertently lost power steering and stopped on the side of the road by a curb","quote_2_odi":"10809361","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2014 CHEVY SILVERADO, I HAVE HAD 3 INSTANCES WHERE THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON AND I SUDDENLY LOST LOST ALL STEERING AND BRAKES. WITHIN A 2-3 SECONDS THE CLUSTER AND RADIO WENT DEAD AND THEN THE ENGINE STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"10806385","quote_3_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING. TRUCK TOWED TO A DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-seat-movement-failure","label":"Front seat movement and unlatching while driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10676691","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE DRIVER'S SEAT BECAME UNLATCHED AND MOVED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO BE THROWN AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10633280","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SEAT LOWER CUSHION ROCKS LEFT AND RIGHT AS WELL AS FRONT TO BACK. TOOK VEHICLE IN TO DEALER ON 9/3/14 AND WAS FIXED ON 9/5/14","quote_3_odi":"10692338","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE POWER SEATS AND MIRRORS BEGAN TO MOVE WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A TELEPHONE POLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-takata-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11700870","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11443917","quote_2_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the parts for the recall repair were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11407047","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2014-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure causing limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11545449","quote_1_text":"When pulling out into busy traffic the TCM quit and lost all power to the wheels. Could not move","quote_2_odi":"11522404","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while her husband was driving 45 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the contact lost control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11115631","quote_3_text":"THE TCM MALFUNCTIONED. AFTER BEING REPLACED THE VEHICLE STILL DIDN'T PERFORM AS IT DID BEFORE THE REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall remedy parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11460645","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V504000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"10967823","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V651000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11685998","quote_3_text":"We have been calling and trying to get this recall taken care of. Every time we call they never have the parts and \"will let us know\". Its getting frustrating getting these notices from different sources and not being able to take care of it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-diesel-fuel-system-stall","label":"Diesel fuel system failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11603352","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stopped without warning due to the CP4 Pump failure in the diesel truck. This pump has been recalled by other manufacturers but not by GM / Chevrolet which is the maker of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11513821","quote_2_text":"CP4 failure, caused metal fragments to go throughout fuel system and tank. Entire fuel system had to be replaced and tank cleaned out. CP4 failed in the middle of my drive home, stalling the truck in the middle of an intersection","quote_3_odi":"11502579","quote_3_text":"CP4 pump failed sending metal through out fuel system. Pump, fuel system flushed, injectors all need replaced. Truck stalled in motion. Thankfully I was able to safely pull over without accident occuring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-low-beam-headlight-dim","label":"Low-beam headlight inadequate illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10882244","quote_1_text":"THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS ARE VERY DIM. I'M UNABLE TO SEE MORE THAN 20' IN FRONT OF THE THE TRUCK. CHEVY SAID THE HEADLIGHTS WERE UPDATED BUT THAT DIDN'T HELP","quote_2_odi":"10825891","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIM AND PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM SEEING THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS, WHICH WERE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH EITHER","quote_3_odi":"10836643","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT ON ANY ROADS THE VISIBILITY WITH THE LOW BEAMS IS TERRIBLE! THE HIGH BEAMS ARE WHAT THE LOW BEAMS SHOULD BE. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE ANYTHING IN THE DISTANCE OR ON THE SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11130539","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE LOSES POWER STEERING AT LOW SPEEDS AND I HAVE ALMOST HAD FOUR ACCIDENTS. MY INCIDENTS HAVE HAPPENED IN TWO PARKING LOTS AND TWO TIMES AS I PULL OUT AT BUSY INTERSECTIONS","quote_2_odi":"11013307","quote_2_text":"LOSING POWER STEERING AT LOW SPEED TURNS. HAS ALMOST CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS","quote_3_odi":"11228799","quote_3_text":"WHILE MAKING A SLOW SPEED RIGHT TURN, 5 MPH, AFTER STOPPING AT A BUSY CITY STREET INTERSECTION, THE POWER STEERING TURNED OFF AND I NEARLY STRUCK ANOTHER CAR COMING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-rear-window-defroster-fire","label":"Rear window defroster shattering and smoke","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629290","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle from the rear, there was smoke coming from the rear window defroster. The contact stated that shortly afterwards the rear window cracked and then shattered","quote_2_odi":"11296739","quote_2_text":"DRIVING 20 MPH, ON A FLAT SURFACE, NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC, MY REAR WINDOW SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. I STOPPED THE TRUCK TO GET OUT AND LOOK AT IT, AND CANT FIGURE OUT WHAT HAPPENED","quote_3_odi":"11383951","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER SYSTEM STARTED SMOKING AND THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-tcm-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11511772","quote_1_text":"Driving 70 on interstate 15 and the stabilitrak message came on the dash, truck went into limp mode, the truck went from 70 mph to 45 mph really fast. This was during rush hour traffic and I could have gotten in a wreck","quote_2_odi":"11509768","quote_2_text":"Truck went into limp mode. Stabilitrak check light came on vehicle slowed down to 27 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"10795030","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION CANNOT FIND GEARS WHEN COASTING OR SLOWING DOWN AND THEN HITTING ACCELERATOR. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN IT HESITATES FOR SECONDS BEFORE FINDING THE RIGHT GEAR AND GOING, OR IT STAYS IN TOO HIGH OF A GEAR INSTEAD OF DOWNSHIFTING TO ACCELERATE AND RATTLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2015-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system warning and brake loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11481730","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 2500HD and towing my thirty foot travel trailer I suddenly received a banner on the center of my dash to \"SERVICE TRAILER BRAKING SYSTEM\" at which time I lost power to my trailer brakes","quote_2_odi":"11437715","quote_2_text":"Trailer brake system quit working while towing a Trailer. No warning until service Trailer brake system appeared and all Trailer braking was gone. When a failure like this occurs it makes stopping a vehicle very dangerous","quote_3_odi":"10819514","quote_3_text":"FACTORY TRAILER BRAKE CONNECTOR PLUG IS LOOSE AND CAUSES TRAILER BRAKES TO BECOME INOPERATIVE WHEN THE TRAILER MALE PLUG JIGGLES INSIDE THE TRUCK FEMALE PLUG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-brake-power-assist-loss","label":"Loss of brake power assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11280912","quote_1_text":"STARTED TO APPLY BRAKES TO STOP FOR RED LIGHT. ALL OF THE SUDDEN BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WHICH CAUSED ME NOT TO BE ABLE TO STOP FOR THE RED SIGNAL. I RAN THRU THE INTERSECTION STRIKING ANOTHER VECHICLE. THAT CAR WAS TOTALED AND OUR TRUCK HAD 7K IN DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11407551","quote_2_text":"THE POWER ASSIST TO THE BRAKES IS FAILING. THE TRUCK REQUIRES EXTREME FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL FOR THE VEHICLE TO STOP. EXTREME SAFETY HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"11405849","quote_3_text":"GOING DOWNHILL USING THE BRAKES OFTEN IT LOSES POWER BRAKES BECAUSE OF VACUUM LOSS. THEIR IS A RECALL FOR THIS BUT MY TRUCK IS NOT ON IT. TO RECALIBRATE THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE CONTROL. THE BRAKES STILL WORK BUT WITH NO ASSIST IT IS VERY HARD TO SLOW DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"CP4 high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11484352","quote_1_text":"I purchased 2016 Chevrolet 2500 HD from the dealership. The truck I bought had the CP4 high-pressure fuel injection pump, which comes standard in all GM-manufactured 2011-2016 6.6L Duramax diesel vehicles such as the Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra, and it","quote_2_odi":"11476175","quote_2_text":"The contact's husband owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while her husband was driving 20 MPH and approaching a traffic light, the engine started to misfire. The contact's husband was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts","quote_3_odi":"11516042","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power, stalled, and stopped in the middle of the roadway. The contact stated that there were unknown warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10860814","quote_1_text":"ENTIRE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING CAUSING LOSS OF NEEDED INFORMATION SUCH AS SPEED AND OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION. DEALER SAYS THERE IS A TSB THAT THE ENTIRE TRUCK HAS TO BE RE-FLASHED INCLUDING ALL MODULES IN THE VEHICLE BECAUSE IT DOES NOT RECOGNIZE THE","quote_2_odi":"11618928","quote_2_text":"Security Gateway Module has failed 5 times. When it fails there is no backup camera and nothing in the radio console works. Dealer replaces after several weeks and it breaks again","quote_3_odi":"11489358","quote_3_text":"The infotainment center seems to malfunction and push buttons on it's own or not respond to input, which seems related to a more serious problem I experienced where the gauge cluster was not reading anything out when I was driving, including not knowing what speed I was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-low-beam-visibility","label":"Low-beam headlight visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10968599","quote_1_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY NARROW AND DIM. IN RURAL AREAS WHERE THERE IS LITTLE AMBIENT LIGHT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE DEER IN THE DITCHES, AND CURVES IN THE ROAD ARE WORSE BECAUSE THE NARROW BEAM DOESN'T PROJECT TO THE SIDE AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"11186723","quote_2_text":"THE LIGHTING ON THESE TRUCKS IS ABSOLUTELY TERRIBLE. THE BRIGHTS/HIGH BEAMS ARE OK BUT THE DIM/LOW BEAMS ARE DANGEROUS! THERE IS LITTLE TO NO SIDE PROJECTION AND THE DISTANCE IS HORRIBLE. IF IT WASNT FOR THE FOG LAMPS I WOULDNT BE ABLE TO DRIVE THIS TRUCK AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11002626","quote_3_text":"VERY POOR HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT CAN EASY OVER DRIVE HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING IN RURAL AREAS WERE THERE ARE NO STREET LIGHTS ABOVE START TO LOOSE GOOD VISION AT 50 TO 75 FEET IN FRONT OF TRUCK THIS IS VERY BAD HEADLIGHTS THESE SHOULD HAVE NEVER BEEN ALOUD TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-steering-gearbox-play","label":"Steering gear box play and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11362660","quote_1_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 9,700 MILES THE STEERING IN MY 2016 2500HD CHEVROLET SLIVERADO LTZ SUDDENLY HAD 3-4 INCHES OF PLAY IN THE STEERING WHILE DRIVING. THIS MADE THE TRUCK DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE DEALER WAS HELPFUL AND REPLACED THE STEERING BOX AT NO COST","quote_2_odi":"11298183","quote_2_text":"17,200 MILES AND THE STEERING HAS 3-4 INCHES OF SLOP IN IT BEFORE THE TRUCK BEGINS TO TURN. IT IS EXTREMELY HARD AND DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. WANTS TO LEAVE ITS LANE CONSTANTLY","quote_3_odi":"11165615","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON US HWY 43 AT 63 MPH AND MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT RESULTING IN MY TRUCK LEAVING THE ROAD AND CRASHING INTO THE TREES ON THE NORTHBOUND RIGHT OF WAY I KNOW THAT THE PREVIOUS YEAR TRUCKS HAVE A RECALL ON THE ELECTRONIC STEERING SYSTEM BUT THERE ARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-trailer-brake-fault","label":"Trailer brake controller fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11493708","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH and towing a 2005 Dump Trailer, the message \"Service Trailer Brake System\" was displayed, and the trailer brake failed. The contact veered to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11180133","quote_2_text":"FOR THREE YEARS I HAVE TOWED SEVERAL 10,000# TOY HAULER TRAILERS AROUND THE COUNTRY WITH SUB STANDARD BRAKE SYSTEMS. EACH TIME I TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALER TO HAVE THE BRAKES CHECKED, I WAS TOLD THAT THEY WERE FINE AND NO PROBLEMS EXISTED","quote_3_odi":"11485876","quote_3_text":"My trailer brake warning bell keeps coming on all the time saying service trailer brake , then says connected. I have pulled the fuse as to not here this bell all the time. I just changed the module and it still does it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11632586","quote_1_text":"At only 71,000 miles the 6L90 transmission had to be replaced in my Silverado because of slippage in fifth, sixth and heavy metal shaving showing in the pan. I have never plowed with this truck or abused the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11723400","quote_2_text":"the vehicle developed a extremely hard down shift and then a check engine light came on. the vehicle went into limp mode, took the vehicle to local diesel mechanic and i was informed that the transmission was bad and had to be replaced, while replacing the transmission i was also","quote_3_odi":"11654784","quote_3_text":"Truck is under 105000 miles and needs a transmission due to a failed torque converter. First starts with erratic speeds in cruise control mode that is unsafe then will not shift into overdrive causing overheating issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2016-vibration-at-speed","label":"Vehicle vibration at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11011931","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE VIBRATES AND SHAKES AT VARYING SPEED BUT MOSTLY BETWEEN 60 AND 75MPH. I HAVE BEEN TO DEALERSHIP THREE TIMES FOR DIAGNOSIS AND TIRES REPLACED TWICE. THE DEALERSHIP TESTED THE VEHICLE WITH SENSORS AND CAN NOT ISOLATE THE VIBRATION","quote_2_odi":"10985745","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SHAKES OR VIBRATES AT MOST SPEEDS. THE VIBRATION IS WORST AT 25-45 AND 65MPH+. IT CAUSES DRIVER FATIGUE AND NAUSEA. TIRES HAVE BEEN ROAD FORCED BALANCED BY DEALER AND DRIVE SHAFT REPLACED IN ATTEMPTS TO FIX PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11471533","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road, the truck began to shake and bounce real bad. I took to the dealership we purchased the vehicle from and they said $3500 for a new front end to replace all the parts. This truck has never been wrecked or hit anything","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment failures and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11044152","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT ABRUPTLY PULLED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11098479","quote_2_text":"I AM THE OWNER OF THE VEHICLE, MY SON AND I WERE TURNING ONTO A HIGHWAY FROM A GRAVEL ROAD AS I WAS ACCELERATING, AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11631884","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road under 40mph and headliner airbags deployed without an accident. The dash and steering wheel bags DID NOT deploy however the headliner bags deployed for no reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-backup-camera-brightness","label":"Backup camera screen too bright at night with no dimmer","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11141728","quote_1_text":"DURING NIGHT HOURS ONLY, THE BACKUP CAMERA IS SO BRIGHT (INSIDE THE CAB) IT IS HARD TO NAVIGATE WHEN BACKING. YOU CAN NOT SEE YOUR MIRRORS","quote_2_odi":"11075783","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT 2017 SILVERADO 1500 LTZ NEW. BACKUP CAMERA WILL NOT DIM AT NIGHT, BLINDING, MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO BACK UP, UNABLE TO SEE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. BEEN THAT WAY SINCE NEW","quote_3_odi":"11063697","quote_3_text":"BACKUP CAMERA TOO BRIGHT FOR BACKIUP AT NIGHT WHILE STILL NEEDING TO VIEW SIDE MIRRORS. IT WOULD BE GREAT TO COME UP WITH A SLIDING \"ON SCREEN\" BRIGHTNESS CONTROL FOR IMMEDIATE CONTROL OVER THE BACKUP CAMERA ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-block-heater-fire","label":"Diesel engine block heater cord fire and recall delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11208337","quote_1_text":"INSD ARRIVED AT WORK AND PLUGGED IN HIS BLOCK HEATER AS HE ALWAYS DOES DURING THE WINTER. INSD THEN WENT INTO WORK AT ABOUT 6:30PM. AT APPROX 7:30PM INSD WAS NOTIFIED THAT THERE WAS A FIRE IN HIS TRUCK, FIRE DEPT WAS CALLED","quote_2_odi":"11192390","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHEN THE CONTACT PULLED INTO HIS DRIVEWAY AND PLUGGED IN THE BLOCK HEATER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE A FEW MINUTES LATER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","quote_3_odi":"11279532","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER CORD WAS RECALLED ON MY 2017 CHEVY DURAMAX DIESEL. I BROUGHT MY TRUCK TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP ON AUGUST 21, 2019 FOR THE RECALL AND THE CORD WAS SIMPLY CUT OFF. AT THAT TIME THERE WAS NOT A REMEDY FOR THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-brake-pedal-hard","label":"Hard brake pedal and reduced stopping power at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11537451","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, the braking system suddenly failed causing the brake pedal to become extremely hard to press and the vehicle would not immediately stop","quote_2_odi":"11151730","quote_2_text":"DRIVING SLOW AT DRIVE THRU LOST POWER BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"11269168","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE A SUDDEN STOP IN TRAFFIC AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and looseness in the steering wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH, the steering wheel became loose. The contact stated that there was an abnormal amount of slack in the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11434022","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at 15 mph, the power steering had failed while making a turn and the steering wheel would not turn. The contact crashed into a light pole","quote_3_odi":"11613373","quote_3_text":"Power steering has failed. Truck drives stiff without power steering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-rear-defroster-fire","label":"Rear window defroster sparking, melting, or shattering","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11568772","quote_1_text":"I was driving with my front and rear motoried window defrost on because its cold outside right now when I started smelling something burning. I turned down the defrost knob","quote_2_odi":"11457989","quote_2_text":"The contact own a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact noticed that the plastic piece from the rear defroster window was sparking and smoke was coming from rear window. In addition, the plastic was melting","quote_3_odi":"11175837","quote_3_text":"REAR WINDOW EQUIPPED WITH FACTORY ELECTRIC REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER EXPLODED/SHATTERED OUTWARD WHEN DRIVER DOOR WAS CLOSED, SPRAYING SHATTERED GLASS INSIDE THE CAB AND THE EXTERIOR SURROUNDING AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-trailer-brake-wiring","label":"Trailer brake controller warnings and wiring faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11612457","quote_1_text":"“Service Trailer Brake System” warning on DIC. Vehicle undriveable, INOP, Safety Issue! Start truck, the above warning will flash off and on, Code C1117 DTC","quote_2_odi":"11453146","quote_2_text":"I was on a 2 hour drive hauling my 8000lbs trailer when the service trailer brake alarm went off. It constantly dinged the whole 2 hour trip and caused my trailer brakes not to work putting me and my family in danger hauling such a load with no brakes","quote_3_odi":"11595390","quote_3_text":"Engine wiring harness failure on my 2017 Silverado 2500HD LT 6.6. This time it is the cylinder 7 connector which is a very common complaint by Chevy owners","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2017-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Automatic transmission hard shifting and clunking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11022161","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFTS EXTREMELY HARD CAUSING A LOUD CLUNK AND THE VEHICLE TO LUNGE FORWARD. THIS IS EXPERIENCED A LOT DURING SLOWING DOWN AT YIELD SIGNS OR WHEN STARTING OUT IN TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11256466","quote_2_text":"THE 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXHIBITS NUMEROUS ISSUES. 1) WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO UNDER 10 MPH, AS IF YOU WERE YIELDING TO TRAFFIC AND THEN PRESSING THE THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE, TWO ISSUES CAN OCCUR","quote_3_odi":"11403549","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30-35 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT GEARS CORRECTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-airbag-inadvertent-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749702","quote_1_text":"Vehicle displays airbag deployment codes, airbag sound was heard, airbag agent smell is present yet no airbags were deployed in the vehicle. Yes it is available for inspection on request, it will be inspected by insurance adjusters in the next week","quote_2_odi":"11746441","quote_2_text":"Frontal driver airbag deployed spontaneously while vehicle was stopped at a stop sign. No collision or impact occurred. Deployment produced excessive smoke and heat. Minor burn to hand resulted from deployment","quote_3_odi":"11609374","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was turned off and parked in the driveway, the contact heard a loud explosion. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the rear passenger’s side side-curtain air bag erroneously deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-electrical-short-fire-risk","label":"Electrical short circuits causing smoke and fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11065989","quote_1_text":"DIESEL L5P 2017-CURRENT. WHEN HAVING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER PLUGGED IN, I HAVE SEEN MULTIPLE TRUCKS BURN DOWN FROM HAVING A SHORT SOMEWHERE. I HAVE ALSO SEEN THE CORD FOR THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER RUB AGAINST THE WIRING HARNESS AND RUB THE INSULATION OFF EXPOSING THE BARE WIRE","quote_2_odi":"11715028","quote_2_text":"Rear defroster seemed to short circuit and over heated causing my back window to break. There was no warning, no light that alerted me to this going on","quote_3_odi":"11625662","quote_3_text":"while driving i smelled burning electrical somewhere in the cab. looking in the rearview mirror i saw smoke ciming from the corner of the sliding rear window. i pulled over and opened my rear door and heard a crack type noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-fuel-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power and stalling from fuel system failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11740738","quote_1_text":"The truck kept going into limp mode and when taken to the dealership it was found to have metal in the fuel. According to the report from the dealership they stated that this indicated the injection pump had come apart internally and sent metal throughout the system","quote_2_odi":"11667478","quote_2_text":"2 low pressure fuel pumps have failed. truck stalls in traffic. currently in show with extremely large bill for repair","quote_3_odi":"11663890","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road in heavy traffic and had complete engine failure due to loss of fuel. Diagnosed as fuel control module. I have seen where GM recalls have been made for similar issues. This put me in danger of collision. Truck is at the dealer and will cost $957.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repairs delayed due to unavailable parts","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11308569","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET SILVERADO HD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V328000 (ENGINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11287658","quote_2_text":"GM REMOVED MY ENGINE BLOCK HEATER IN JULY. IT IS NOW DECEMBER AND THE FORECASTS CALL FOR SINGLE DIGIT TEMPERATURES. CONTACTED GM AND THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHEN I WILL GET THE NEW ENGINE BLOCK HEATER INSTALLED","quote_3_odi":"11447167","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and steering wheel shake","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11438920","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle I began to notice a severe shake. Upon pulling over I found the driver rear tire tread had separated and bulged to were the inner part of tread bulged about 12 inches long and approximately 2-3 inches higher than the rest of the tread","quote_2_odi":"11425264","quote_2_text":"Goodyear Wrangler SR-A (LT265/60R-20) Experienced sudden and hard steering wheel shake at 35mph. Belt separated in tires causing bulging on the outside half of the tread on Driver Side Rear Tire. Cupping apparent prior to separation on all 4 tires","quote_3_odi":"11329776","quote_3_text":"VIBRATIONS AT 65-85 MPH. TRUCK SHAKES SO BAD IT'S UNSAFE TO DRIVE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system warning messages while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11596520","quote_1_text":"keep getting message SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM. over and over going down the road,","quote_2_odi":"11478177","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and towing a Coleman 250 TQ toy hauler, the service trailer brake system warning message initially appeared on the instrument panel and then changed to service stabilitrak","quote_3_odi":"11462611","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there was a trailer brake control default message displayed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11659330","quote_1_text":"70,000 mile complete transmission failure despite being serviced on-time, as per the guidance. Failure happened while driving and it became dangerous to try to maintain highway speed","quote_2_odi":"11208187","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A TEXT MESSAGE STATING THAT THERE WAS TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD DOWNSHIFT INDEPENDENTLY AND NOT EXCEED 35 MPH. ALSO, THE ENGINE RPMS REVVED AT A DANGEROUS LEVEL","quote_3_odi":"11205552","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT THIS TRUCK BRAND NEW IN SEPTEMBER 2018 AND HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TORQUE CONVERTER SINCE THE DAY WE BOUGHT IT. IT HAS FREQUENT MODERATED SHUDDERING AND OR LURCHING AT THE ACCELERATION SPEED OF ABOUT 30 MPH. ALMOST EVERYDAY AND SEVERAL TIMES PER DAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-block-heater-recall","label":"Engine block heater cord recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11447307","quote_1_text":"Recall N212329840, N182206310, N182206311. We have received these recalls for the heater block heater cord for our 2019 Chevrolet Silverado Duramax Diesel","quote_2_odi":"11441315","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11309024","quote_3_text":"GM RECALL ON BLOCK HEATER CORD. THIS HAS BEEN OPEN FOR OVER 1 YEAR, AND I HAVE NOT HEARD ANYTHING ABOUT THE FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-def-fill-venting","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) fill and venting issues","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11603408","quote_1_text":"The DEF fill tube is under the hood on the opposite side of the fuel filling tube. To fill the DEF at a truck stop, one has to park really close to the pumps and stretch the hose across a hot engine","quote_2_odi":"11603410","quote_2_text":"The DEF fill port is not vented and provides a tight fit with the DEF dispensing hose and nozzle at a truck filling station. The DEF dispensing nozzle cannot be placed entirely in the port since it pressurizes the DEF tank and causes block back spray on the operator","quote_3_odi":"11592834","quote_3_text":"Lack of proper venting of the DEF holding tank causes tank to buckle and expand resulting in very loud metal banging sounds as vehicle travels between high and low elevations","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11268508","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 2500. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE ENGINE COMPARMTMENT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE SPREAD AND BURNED THE ENTIRE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11436966","quote_2_text":"Vehicle caught fire in engine compartment and caught rest of truck on fire","quote_3_odi":"11324112","quote_3_text":"ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE WITH VISIBLE FLAMES. DRIVING ON A GRAVEL ROAD APPROXIMATELY 10 MILES PER HOUR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-low-coolant-warning","label":"Low coolant warning light with full reservoir","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11644703","quote_1_text":"Every time the truck is started it will give a dash screen warning of \"Low Coolant Level\" even though the reservoir is completely full","quote_2_odi":"11585383","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11374988","quote_3_text":"THE TRUCK WAS ISSUED A RECALL FOR THE ENGINE BLOCKER HEATER WHICH WAS PERFORMED. SINCE THAT RECALL WAS PERFORMED I KEEP GETTING LOW COOLANT WARNINGS ON THE DASH IN ERROR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Loss of engine power and limp-mode activation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11722483","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road at approximately 55 mph when all of a sudden, my truck decelerated and a warning signal displayed on my dash indicating my speed was being forcibly reduced to approximately 30 mph","quote_2_odi":"11714726","quote_2_text":"My truck went into limp mode with pulling a trailer on the highway due to a wide known injector pigtail failing. The truck would not accelerate, started shaking and lost speed suddenly","quote_3_odi":"11180875","quote_3_text":"WHEN VEHICLE IS ACCELERATING ANYWHERE FROM 30-50 MPH, THE TRUCK LOSES POWER FOR SEVERAL SECONDS, AND STARTS SPUTTERING OR CHUGGING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11570046","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH in inclement weather, the contact heard a loud explosion, and then the vehicle swerved","quote_2_odi":"11546171","quote_2_text":"On a trip from Southern California to Waco, TX, tire tread separation occurred on the driver's side front tire (Goodyear Wrangler ST-A LT265/60R20) on Sept 4, 2023 in Deming, NM","quote_3_odi":"11339685","quote_3_text":"WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE, ENTERING INTERSTATE I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE UNCONTROLLABLE VIBRATION IN THE REAR OF MY VEHICLE. THE PASSENGER REAR TIRE HAD SUDDENLY LOST TREAD WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2019-trailer-brake-warnings","label":"Trailer brake control warnings and inoperative brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, TRAILER HITCHES, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11731680","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and started, the message \"Service Trailer Brake System\" was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11488981","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving at 30-35 MPH with a 2017 Heartland Bighorn trailer hitched to the vehicle, the message “Check Trailer Wiring” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11571180","quote_3_text":"Repeated temporary failures in the Integrated Trailer Braking Control (ITBC) results in trailer brakes being inoperable (disconnected) while driving as indicated by the warning display on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-brake-pad-wear","label":"Brake pad premature wear and squealing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11520628","quote_1_text":"Brakes are grinding and squeaking. Sometimes does not seem like it will stop","quote_2_odi":"11442206","quote_2_text":"The brake pads which were installed from the factory are known by GM as being defective. This was acknowledged when technical bulletin 20-NA-020 was released","quote_3_odi":"11389395","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN SQUEALING REALLY LOUD. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF THE TRUCK IS CLEAN OR DIRTY THE BRAKES WILL SQUEAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-def-tank-heater-failure","label":"DEF tank heater and wiring harness failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11458547","quote_1_text":"The DEF heater/tank shorted out. The DEF system has thrown a code 3 times in the little over a year I’ve owned the truck","quote_2_odi":"11457303","quote_2_text":"Service DEF message in truck that will soon result in reduced speed. Local and purchasing dealers both stated a new DEF tank is needed. A tank is not available and is on back order","quote_3_odi":"11394327","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IS A DIESEL HAS ABOUT 13,000 MILES ON IT ONLY. RECEIVED A WARNING ON THE DASH WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION THAT THE DEF SYSTEM HAS AN ISSUE AND TO SEE THE OWNER MANUAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-rear-window-water-leak","label":"Rear window and cab water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11632008","quote_1_text":"Rear window leaking. There is mold inside vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11592576","quote_2_text":"Water leaking in around rear window causing moldy smell, puddled water on rear floor, saturated carpet","quote_3_odi":"11554371","quote_3_text":"Back window leaked. It was a heavy mist all night, not even heavy rain yet, and when we opened the passenger back door in the morning around 7:30 am, we found a pool of water on the back seat and water running down the seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-steering-pull-vibration","label":"Steering pull and vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11486552","quote_1_text":"The truck pulls to the right, pulling it off the road. It has 50k miles now and the dealer has aligned it 6 times and it’s showing within specifications, but continues to pull to the right","quote_2_odi":"11378488","quote_2_text":"AT SPEEDS ABOVE 58MPH THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES TERRIBLY. THE TRUCK HAS BEEN AT THE DEALERSHIP 16 HOURS OUT OF THE LAST 20 DAYS I HAVE OWNED IT","quote_3_odi":"11366768","quote_3_text":"10/26/20 WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY FOR THE LAST FEW DAYS, I NOTICED THAT THE STEERING FELT LOOSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-tailgate-unexpected-open","label":"Power tailgate opening unexpectedly","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11723286","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate opened unexpectedly and was crushed by an attached trailer","quote_2_odi":"11665332","quote_2_text":"Power tailgate opening unexpectedly. Tailgate opens and closes without warning. The same issue that Safety Recall N232426400 describes","quote_3_odi":"11659849","quote_3_text":"The tailgate would open and close on its own. I was about ready to connect my fifth wheel RV for a trip when suddenly as I closed the truck door to back up I saw that the tailgate had opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754338","quote_1_text":"Tire size 275 65 R20 entire tread came completely off the tire & caused damage to my fender & fender well. This tire had approximately 29,830 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11687115","quote_2_text":"As I was driving I got a really bad vibration once I pulled over to check it out I discovered the tire was separating . The tires had about 10,000 miles on them","quote_3_odi":"11607411","quote_3_text":"I was traveling at 45 mph. Rear Passenger tire tread separated from tire, broke off and damaged wheel well, front & rear mud flaps, rear corner of bumper and cracked taillight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Electric trailer brake controller warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11755940","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds and towing a trailer, the message \"Trailer Brake Disconnected\" was displayed with an audible chime","quote_2_odi":"11724272","quote_2_text":"My dash has been displaying intermittently “Service electric trailer brakes”. I have recently purchased a 30’ travel trailer","quote_3_odi":"11497507","quote_3_text":"My truck continously displays service trailer brake system error on home screen. I have researched the error and found replacing the switch is a simple fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2020-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission failure and rear-wheel lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11634411","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving 30-50 MPH on four occasions, the rear wheels locked up. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11714398","quote_2_text":"10L1000 transmission, began having problems with delays and harsh gear engagement. Flare shifting and shuddering. Finally starting having transmission overheating issues while towing","quote_3_odi":"11718211","quote_3_text":"Pulling out onto road, heard a bang, no forward or backward, unable to move vehicle, brought to repair shop, says output shaft is sheared off, 68000 miles on it,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2021-shift-to-park-sensor","label":"\"Shift to Park\" warning with vehicle already in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10-07 → 2025-05-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11653956","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that upon reaching his destination and shifting the vehicle into park, the vehicle failed to recognize that the gear shift lever had been moved to park (P). The contact stated that the \"Please Shift to Park\"…","quote_2_odi":"11618734","quote_2_text":"When putting the truck back into park it will say shift to park even though it is already in park. It causes the truck not to shut off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2021-tailgate-unintended-operation","label":"Electronic tailgate unintended opening and closing","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-03-05 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11652897","quote_1_text":"The tailgate on our truck keeps automatically coming down and up on its own. It doesn’t matter if the truck is in park or drive. It doesn’t matter if it’s locked or unlocked. It will do it several times in a row. It will go half way back up and then just slam down","quote_2_odi":"11592406","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the tailgate unlatched and caused the tools to fall out of the vehicle. The tailgate warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11679809","quote_3_text":"The tailgate on my truck is electrically opened & closed. I've been having trouble with the tailgate opening randomly, even while driving. This has happened multiple times and can create a very dangerous situation, especially if i'm hauling something in the bed of the truck and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2021-transmission-failure","label":"10L1000 transmission valve body failure and rear wheel lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-12-23 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11720857","quote_1_text":"While traveling at highway speed on the interstate in my 2021 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD (approx. 120,000 miles), the vehicle experienced a sudden hard jolt followed by a momentary rear wheel lockup. This occurred without warning. Immediately after, the transmission defaulted…","quote_2_odi":"11610341","quote_2_text":"The transmission has a defect. While towing 8,000lb trailer going up a small grade, the truck shuddered then immediately downshifted violently, causing the truck to skid and almost jack-knifing the truck and trailer.  . The dealership has confirmed the issue as a valve body…","quote_3_odi":"11752243","quote_3_text":"My 10L1000 transmission had a catastrophic failure internally which caused it to rough shift, sudden down shifting, not want to shift into gear at all, and high engine rpm prior to roughly shifting. I took it to the Chevy dealers mechanic the very next business day, only to find…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2022-allison-10spd-valve-body","label":"Allison 10-speed transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755030","quote_1_text":"While pulling away from a traffic light and accelerating to approximately 20 to 30 mph, the transmission suddenly began shifting harshly and erratically, experienced delayed engagement, unexpectedly downshifted, and would not shift into overdrive. At the same time, the check…","quote_2_odi":"11727659","quote_2_text":"The Transmission on my truck down shifted and made it so I lost all power while driving. If I would have been on the freeway it probably would have killed me or caused a serious accident. It is at a shop waiting to be inspected but they said it was the valve body in the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2022-tailgate-unintended-operation","label":"Electric tailgate unintended opening and closing","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742326","quote_1_text":"Rear tailgate opening and closing repeatedly on its own.  Background: Arrived home from work yesterday evening, Jun 4, 2026.  Parked my truck in the driveway.  It was a hot sunny day.  Turned the vehicle off, exited the vehicle, and locked the doors.  Upon walking around behind…","quote_2_odi":"11671061","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was brought to Lone Star Chevrolet in Houston on 6/16/2025 because Tailgate would not open with the button and only would open with the fob.  They stated no parts to fix and did not advise of the severity of risk from the recall when picked truck up.  Saturday afternoon","quote_3_odi":"11730912","quote_3_text":"Tailgate latch failed, getting ghost signals and opens randomly. Happen to me going 65 mph down the highway. Exact symptoms as recall number N232426400. Have not taken it to a dealer yet. No warning signals","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2023-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and freeze","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06-08 → 2026-04-22","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733001","quote_1_text":"The entire infotainment system has gone black. Nothing shows on the screen. This is a safety issue as it does not show blind spot monitoring, heads up display, lane change warnings, allow hands free calling, gps, and much more. None of the safety features are available with a trailer hookup as well…","quote_2_odi":"11525966","quote_2_text":"when driving radio and display will freeze up. sometimes screen will black out other times screen will just freeze where ever i had it last. when problem happens i am unable to turn radio down or off. back up camera will freeze with no directional lines…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2023-shift-to-park-key","label":"\"Shift to park\" warning and key release failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07-17 → 2026-03-26","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731334","quote_1_text":"Switch fails in shifter assembly that is supposed to sense the vehicle is in park.  Does not allow the key to be removed.  Dealership explained that complete failure may cause the vehicle to actually get stuck in drive. Very common problem that typically occurs just outside of bumper to bumper warranty…","quote_2_odi":"11721726","quote_2_text":"When putting vehicle in park, I get a message on dash that says \"shift to park\" when the vehicle is already in park. The vehicle electrical components does not turn off. Sometimes if I wiggle/hit or stick my hand under the steering wheel adjustment lever I can get it to turn off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"10L1000 transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-06-01 → 2026-07-27","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710432","quote_1_text":"While driving, the 10l1000 transmission in the truck attempted to shift from 6th gear to 7th gear. The transmission locked up causing a violent \"buck\" from the rear end of the truck. The road was icy and could have caused the truck to lose control due to the lock up of the rear wheels…","quote_2_odi":"11671056","quote_2_text":"The Allison 10‑speed (10L1000) transmission valve body catastrophically failed on [XXX], while driving Sunday afternoon down Galveston Seawall Blvd. The truck abruptly dropped from 45 mph into limp mode in heavy traffic, forcing me to pull into the bike lane to avoid being rear‑ended…","quote_3_odi":"11646442","quote_3_text":"Truck has less than. 30k miles on it. Went into limp mode, was less than a mile from home. Parked it had it towed to nearest dealer. They then informed me they have 4 other truck sitting and waiting for Gm to fix parts with allison 10 speed transmission valve body…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2023-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05-23 → 2026-06-15","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11523495","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after opening the garage door flames were present coming from the hood and front fender wells of the vehicle. The fire department was called to the home and extinguished the flames. During the incident, the vehicle was destroyed. A second vehicle parked inside the garage was also destroyed…","quote_2_odi":"11744216","quote_2_text":"Was driving east on i40 between Hinton and calumet when my truck through a check engine light and service parking break. I pulled over it smelt like burning wires I cleared the codes with a code reader and turn the truck on the accessory when smoke filled the cab I got out and the truck was in flames.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2024-exterior-lighting-fault","label":"Exterior turn signal and headlight assembly fault","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11538407","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has, on numerous occasions, gone into a \"Check Right Front Turn Lamp\" or \"Check Left Front Turn Lamp\" while operating the turn signals. Vehicle then goes into \"hyperflash\" on the turn signal indicating a fault when the error message appears and renders the signal non-functional.","quote_2_odi":"11666746","quote_2_text":"I was making a right turn and my signal started flashing faster than normal and stated service passenger front turn lamp. There is no way of service without replacing the entire headlight which is $2000.00 for one side.","quote_3_odi":"11740943","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while at a stop sign all lights on the outside of the vehicle began to turn on and off independently. No warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlight control module needed to be updated.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2024-fuel-pump-power-control","label":"Fuel Pump Power Control Module failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752781","quote_1_text":"Due to the Fuel Pump Power Control Module (Part number 13554821) failure, my vehicle stalled in the middle of a turn while pulling a 10,000 pound RV. This caused me to lose both power steering and braking capabilities.","quote_2_odi":"11666785","quote_2_text":"With 19,000 miles on my Silverado 2500 HD I was traveling down a hill towards a stop sign at a T intersection. About 100 yeads from the stop sign I had many flashing errors on the dash, very little brake and very little steering. The engine just shot off.","quote_3_odi":"11682545","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump inside the tank shorted out and left us stranded. This is the same pump that was used on the the 2022 Duramax systems however they upped the fuel pressure on the 2024 refresh and it has become a known problem of shorting out.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2024-steering-loss-crash","label":"Steering loss and unintended directional deviation","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753685","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 54 MPH, the steering wheel jerked to the left and sent the vehicle over onto the opposite side of the road, where the vehicle struck a steel electric pole.","quote_2_odi":"11633552","quote_2_text":"steering wheel has excessive play. i have had it looked at by two different dealerships and they are trying to convince me that this is normal. there is about 1 inch of dead band in the straight-ahead position. the dead band movement of the steering wheel shaft does not move the pitman arm at all.","quote_3_odi":"11656302","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving and exceeding 55 MPH, the vehicle was pointing to the left. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and confirmed that the vehicle was not driving straight. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2024-tailgate-unintended-release","label":"Power tailgate unintended opening and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11712339","quote_1_text":"I was leaving my farm property after loading my truck and tailgate and drove home 20 miles. At some point in the drive my tailgate dropped and fell onto the trailer tongue. This caused damage to my tailgate.","quote_2_odi":"11604957","quote_2_text":"After a rain storm the tailgate started malfunctioning. Now it does it all the time even on pure sunny days. It will go up and down randomly without anyone touching a button. It does it so much it drained both batteries, which left the truck inoperable.","quote_3_odi":"11702483","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after parking and turning off the vehicle, the tailgate inadvertently unlatched and opened. The contact stated that the failure was caused by a short-circuit in the tailgate electronic gate switch due to water entering the unit.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado2500-2024-trailer-brake-disconnect","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller intermittent disconnection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11532550","quote_1_text":"While towing my fifth wheel trailer, the electric trailer brakes module shuts off with a message \"check trailer wiring\". When the module shuts off, the trailer brakes do not actuate relying fully on the truck to stop as the trailer brakes will not work.","quote_2_odi":"11529117","quote_2_text":"The integrated trailer brake controller connects and disconnects the trailer brakes as often as several times per minute. I have confirmed there is no issue with the trailer. The issue appears to be in the truck. This led to a near-miss accident.","quote_3_odi":"11622718","quote_3_text":"I was towing a dump trailer with gravel in it down a gravel road grade (downhill around 5-7mph) and received a warning on the DTC about the trailer brake being disconnected. All of the lights on the trailer were still working, however the trailer brakes no longer functioned…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2025-audio-loss-mutes-warnings","label":"Infotainment audio loss muting safety warning chimes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752218","quote_1_text":"Radio does not emit sound also canceling all warning noises for fuel level, turn signals, seat belts, open door in motion. This problem is not only a saftey hazard for drivers its a major annoyance","quote_2_odi":"11703163","quote_2_text":"Following vehicle startup, the entire audio system defaults to a muted state, affecting all sound output channels","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2025-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss during driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640815","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the engine light illuminated. There was an extremely loud knocking sound coming from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11637230","quote_2_text":"Vehicle loses power when entering roadway. Vehicle fires at idle. Vehicle dies on roadway. Vehicle lurches aggressively without control. Vehicle shifts erratically and with aggression","quote_3_odi":"11642641","quote_3_text":"Whining noise from engine or powertrain, seems to have lost some power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2025-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering pull and loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11678579","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Silverado 2500. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle independently pulled to the left. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that an alignment was needed","quote_2_odi":"11725674","quote_2_text":"I was driving the truck on my way to work in [XXX] , last March 12, 2026, at around 6:50 am. It was raining when I entered the exit ramp to work going west; the truck died, and the steering wheel locked","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2025-tailgate-opens-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686159","quote_1_text":"Tailgate has been coming open while driving. Multiple times. The last time it landed on the jack of my enclosed trailer. Without me knowing. First time was 2-3-25 and the last time was 9-2-25","quote_2_odi":"11676841","quote_2_text":"Tailgate went down on its own while driving and pulling a trailer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 2500","model_slug":"silverado-2500","cluster_id":"silverado-2500-2025-transmission-shudder-lockup","label":"Transmission shudder and lock-up during driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703697","quote_1_text":"Since owning the vehicle, I have experienced a noticeable shutter/vibration at highway speeds, consistently between 70–75 mph, whether towing or not","quote_2_odi":"11645850","quote_2_text":"Have had issues since purchase of paint chipping severely / cloudy. Transmission shudder and “jumped forward” when coming to a stop. lighting system “blinked” or went dark and come back up a few seconds later while driving","quote_3_odi":"11634801","quote_3_text":"Transmission lock-up while driving. Rear end of vehicle jumped up felt like I was rear ended. If this happened at higher speed or when towing it could cause serious injury to myself or others","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/silverado-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-airbag-malfunction","label":"Airbag non-deployment and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11407657","quote_1_text":"CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING TAKATA AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONSUMER WAS INJURED AND THE HUSBAND PASSED AWAY","quote_2_odi":"10649152","quote_2_text":"LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN WITTMAN ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE AIRBAGS THAT DID NOT DEPLOY. *SMD 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. AS A RESULT, SHE SUSTAINED A BRAIN INJURY","quote_3_odi":"10748110","quote_3_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING MY NEWLY PURCHASED 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO 1500 Z71 OFFROAD VEHICLE. HE HAD PULLED OFF THE ROADWAY MOMENTARILY, AND UPON PULLING BACK ONTO THE PAVEMENT AND BEGINNING TO GET UP TO SPEED, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-dash-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag panel","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10714367","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS DETERIORATING AND THERE WAS A ONE-INCH CRACK LOCATED ABOVE THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10820344","quote_2_text":"THREE CRACKS AROUND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. FIRST CRACKED APPEARED ABOUT 60,000 MILES FOLLOWED BY THE NEXT SMALLER ONE THEN AROUND 85,000 THE LARGER ONE. THIS APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM THAT GM IS AWARE OF BUT IS NOT ACCEPTING RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE POTENTIAL SAFETY HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"10577761","quote_3_text":"NOTICED A CRACK ON DASHBOARD NEXT TO THE UPPER LEFT CORNER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. A FEW WEEKS LATER NOTICED ANOTHER CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD NEXT TO THE LOWER LEFT CORNER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-defroster-fog","label":"Defroster failure causing window fog-up","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10438699","quote_1_text":"AT TEMPS STARTING AROUND 35 DEGREES THE DEFROSTER STOPS WORKING AND THE INSIDE WINDOWS FOG UP LEAVING NO VISIBILITY AT ALL. SO FAR THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR IT IS TO OPEN WINDOWS AND WAIT. NOT GOOD WHEN ITS COLD","quote_2_odi":"10379188","quote_2_text":"WITH FROST ON THE WINDSHIELD, ENGAGING THE DEFROSTER WILL MELT THE FROST ON THE EXTERIOR OF THE WINDOW, BUT IT ALSO WETS THE INSIDE OF THE CAB, CAUSING ALL OF THE WINDOWS TO HAVE FOG WHICH WILL NOT LET YOU SEE","quote_3_odi":"10380985","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEFROSTER WAS DEFECTIVE. THE DEALER WAS CONTACTED WHO ONLY PROVIDED A TEMPORARY FIX TO THE PROBLEM BY REPROGRAMMING THE COMPUTER TO DIRECT MORE AIR TO THE SIDE WINDOWS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10701314","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2010 CHEVY SILVERADO ON I-675 AND TRUCK EXPERIENCED IMMEDIATE ENGINE POWER LOSS, SPEED AUTOMATICALLY REDUCED TO 20 MILES PER HOUR AND ENGINE LIGHT W/ ENGINE REDUCED POWER VERBIAGE ALERTED ON DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"10667422","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, MY 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH 27,000 MILE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND SLOWED FROM 50MPH TO 25MPH IN A MATTER OF SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"10693735","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST POWER, ALL WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH LITE UP. MESSAGE ON DASH READ \"REDUCED ENGINE POWER\" SPEED REDUCED TO APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH WITH NO ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss during driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10520554","quote_1_text":"AT LOW RPM'S AS IN PARKING THE POWER STEERING FAILS TO WORK. THE DEALER PRESSURE TESTED IT AN FOUND NOTHING WRONG, BUT THE PROBLEM IS ALWAYS THERE WHEN YOU ACTUALLY DRIVE IT","quote_2_odi":"10449073","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 35MPH WHEN MY TRUCK LOST ITS STABILITY CONTROL AND DROPED ME FROM 35 TO 10 IN A MATTER OF SECONDS, AND THE CAR BEHIND ALMOST HIT MY TRUCK. THE POWER STEERING ALSO WAS TOUGH TO OPERANT","quote_3_odi":"10375235","quote_3_text":"SILVERADO POWER STEERING FAILURE. *LN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-spare-tire-hoist","label":"Spare tire hoist bracket cracking and failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10549030","quote_1_text":"SPARE TIRE HOIST BRACKET BROKE AND SPARE TIRE WAS SWINGING LOOSELY UNDER REAR OF TRUCK. FURTHER INVESTIGATION REVEALED SEVERAL STRESS CRACKS IN BRACKET SURROUNDING THE BOLT HOLE. IF TIRE BRACKET WOULD HAVE BROKE OFF TIRE WOULD DROP TO PAVEMENT AND BECOME A ROAD HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"10547090","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 CHEVROLET 1500 PICKUP TRUCK AND AFTER RETURNING FROM LUNCH NOTICED THE SPARE TIRE HANGING LOOSELY ON THE UNDERSIDE OF THE TRUCK BED. AFTER TRYING TO USE THE JACK HANDLE TO TIGHTEN IT BACK UP WHICH FAILED I LOWERED THE TIRE VIA THE JACK HANDLE","quote_3_odi":"10860010","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE SPARE TIRE FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE, THE SPARE TIRE FAILED TO MOVE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO FRACTURE THE WIRE CABLE THAT HELD THE TIRE IN PLACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-tire-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2012-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10364511","quote_1_text":"2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WAS TRAVELING EAST, THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED A RIGHT FRONT TIRE BLOWOUT. AS THE TIRE BLEW OUT, HE UNEXPECTEDLY VEERED RIGHT AND STRUCK THE SIDE OF A SEMI. BF. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT #10-0650-90)*JB","quote_2_odi":"10460068","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO WITH NITTO DUNE GRAPPLER TIRES, SIZE 315/70/R17. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE RIM OF THE TIRES. THE CONTACT HAD NOT STRUCK ANY MAJOR BUMPS OR POT HOLES THAT COULD HAVE CONTRIBUTED TO THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10293419","quote_3_text":"GOODYEAR TIRES FOR LIGHT DUTY TRUCKS HYDROPLANING ON WET ROADS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2010-trans-cooler-leak","label":"Transmission cooler line leaks near exhaust","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10525881","quote_1_text":"TRUCK WAS SHIFTING UP AND DOWN AT LOW SPEEDS NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION COOLER LINES WHERE LEAKING. TOWED TRUCK TO DEALER WHEN I NOTICED THAT TRANSMISSION OIL WAS LEAKING ONTO EXHAUST PIPE. THIS WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WHERE THE TRUCK COULD GO ON FIRE","quote_2_odi":"10723226","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT SMELLED AN ABNORMAL ODOR COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICED FLAMES","quote_3_odi":"10579729","quote_3_text":"6 SPD TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES LEAKING AT HOSE CRIMP BY RADIATOR. MAY CAUSE A FIRE UNDER HOOD BECAUSE TRANNY OIL IS COATING LINES ALL THE WAY BACK BY EXHAUST MANIFOLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10825957","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK HAD LESS THAN 50,000 MILES WHEN WE NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH RUNNING FROM THE UPPER LEFT CORNER OF THE AIR BAG COVER AND THE DEFROSTER VENT. I KNOW SEVERAL OTHER TRUCKS WITH THIS SAME ISSUE. IT APPEARS TO BE A DESIGN FLAW","quote_2_odi":"10860497","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD CRACKED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE NEAR THE TOP LEFT CORNER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"10786596","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK ON THE DASHBOARD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CRACK WAS APPROXIMATELY SIX INCHES WIDE AND NEAR THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-def-system-faults","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system faults","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10664699","quote_1_text":"NOVEMBER 19 2014 I WAS DRIVING TO WORK WHEN MY SERVICE EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM DIC CAME ON, FOLLOWED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. IT WAS TAKEN TO OUR LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED ALL COMPONENTS OF THE DEF SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"10672451","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE PAST 50 MPH AND THE EXHAUST FLUID QUALITY POOR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY","quote_3_odi":"11479129","quote_3_text":"The DEF system on this vehicle has failed three times since we bought it in 2021. The weather was not pleasant and in one case it was extremely dangerous. The DEF system froze up and fortunately I was able to limp it into a dealer who managed to get it working again but not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine lifter wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10549719","quote_1_text":"AT 36000 MILES THE ENGINE BURNS OIL. SO FAR AS OF 46000 MILES PISTONS BURNED HAVE BEEN REPLACED PVC FILTER AND VALVE WERE REPLACED ALONG WITH VALVE COVER. AT PRESENT 54000 MILES ENGINE STILL BURNS OIL","quote_2_odi":"11549261","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard a loud abnormal tapping sound at the hood of the vehicle. The contact then stated that upon inspection, she noticed that the tapping sound was coming from the","quote_3_odi":"10513028","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS DISPLAYED AND THE MOTOR IS HESITATING. THIS ISSUE IS A SECOND OCCURRENCE DUE TO THE VALVE COVER LEAKING AND CAUSING THE SPARK PLUGS TO GO BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-stabilitrak-power-reduction","label":"StabiliTrak disengagement with engine power reduction","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10825260","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE HAD A RECURRING ISSUE WITH THE TRACTION CONTROL FEATURE ON THIS VEHICLE SINCE BUYING IT. RANDOMLY AND OUT OF NOWHERE IT WILL SHOW STABILITRAK OFF ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE ENGINE BECOMES SLUGGISH WHEN THIS HAPPENS","quote_2_odi":"10448331","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY AND APPROACHING A SLOW MOVING TRUCK IN THE RIGHT LANE AHEAD OF ME. THERE WAS ANOTHER TRUCK BEHIND ME IN MY LANE. I MOVED TO THE LEFT LANE TO PASS THE SLOW TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"10561828","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ABOUT 60 MPH ABOUT 10 MILES INTO THE TRIP WHEN THE TRUCK LOST SPEED, THE ABS BRAKES DID A SLIGHT ON AND OFF PULSATING EVERY COUPLE OF SECONDS, THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING ROUGH AND GIVING IT GAS THE ENGINE REVVED UP BUT WOULDN'T GO ANYWHERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-steering-brake-loss","label":"Simultaneous loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11063914","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, EXITING TO AN OFF-RAMP, TRUCK LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKES SIMULTANEOUSLY, WITHOUT ANY PRIOR INDICATIONS OF MECHANICAL TROUBLE","quote_2_odi":"10576801","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE SILVERADO'S, ENGINE, POWER STEER AND POWER BRAKES SHUTDOWN COMPLETELY. AFTER THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WAS PLACED IN PARK AND THE TRUCK RESTARTED NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"10778355","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11427687","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not","quote_2_odi":"11040961","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I HAVE ASKED THE DEALER TO REPLACE THE DANGEROUS AIRBAGS FIVE OR SIX TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR & A HALF AS WELL AS TELEPHONING GMC CORPORATE OFFICE TWICE. THEY KEEP TELLING ME THEY DON'T HAVE THE REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"11255125","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2011-tcm-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission control module failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11541633","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 10 MPH and slowing for a traffic signal, the vehicle downshifted very hard. The contact stated that there was an audible clunking sound while the transmission was downshifting","quote_2_odi":"11543113","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM). FAILURE OF THIS PART LEAVES THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE AND UNABLE TO DRIVE. BEING STRANDED, OR IN TRAFFIC CAN CAUSE INJURY TO MYSELF OR ANY OTHER DRIVER THAT MAY ENCOUNTER ME DISABLED","quote_3_odi":"10767434","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF THE DRIVE POSITION AND INTO THE NEUTRAL POSITION INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE'S GAUGES FLUCTUATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbags deploying inadvertently or failing to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11268474","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED FROM THE SCENE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE DRIVER WAS FATALLY INJURED","quote_2_odi":"10790202","quote_2_text":"AT THE TIME OF THIS ACCIDENT THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK NOR DID THE AIR BAGS DEPLOY. THE SPEED FROM THIS ACCIDENT WAS BETWEEN 50-55 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10672994","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 37 MPH, ALL FOUR SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS INDEPENDENTLY DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal failing to respond","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11526178","quote_1_text":"The contact stated the vehicle continued moving forward while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle jumped a curb and crashed into a building and stopped the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10778704","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO TWO, TWO-TON ROCKS","quote_3_odi":"10672668","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11521797","quote_1_text":"Our dashboard is beyond cracked, repair cost $2100.00 plus. I was told that the dash needed to have a metal brace installed with repair","quote_2_odi":"10821116","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD IN THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY CRACKED ON THE DRIVER SIDE FROM THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD ALL THE WAY TO THE TOP OF THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","quote_3_odi":"10859959","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\", I HAVE A CRACK IN MY DASH THAT IS LOCATED RIGHT NEXT TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE MY DASH WILL CONTINUE TO CRACK THAT WILL CAUSE MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG TO FAIL WHEN IT WILL BE NEEDED TO PROTECT PASSENGERS THAT RIDE IN MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11611607","quote_1_text":"While the contact's sister was driving 65 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk with the check engine warning light illuminated violently. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the middle of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11473264","quote_2_text":"Our diesel fuel pump failed unexpectedly and without any notice while pulling a fifth wheel camper on a state highway in Ohio. The engine stopped completely (we were coasting within seconds)","quote_3_odi":"10966092","quote_3_text":"THE CHEVROLET/GM SERVICE CENTER CONFIRMED THE BOSCH CP4 HPFP SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE, DESTROYING THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM OF THE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering intermittently fails","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10794962","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY GIVES OUT AS IF THE ENGINE STALLED BUT THE ENGINE DID NOT STALL","quote_2_odi":"10567778","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN SUDDENLY THE CONTACT LOST ALL CONTROL OF HIS POWER STEERING AND ALMOST DROVE INTO AN ONCOMING VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10778449","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11528860","quote_1_text":"Cooper Discoverer HT3 265/70R18 Tread and sidewall separation. became very dangerous to drive. ALL 4 tires became defective","quote_2_odi":"11112894","quote_2_text":"I DRIVE 116 MOSTLY HWY MILES A DAY COMMUTING TO WORK. ABOUT 4 WEEKS AGO THE 1ST OF MY TIRES STARTED TO VIBRATE. I HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND THE BELT HAD SEPARATED","quote_3_odi":"10749472","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE BAND OF THE TIRE SEPARATED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VIBRATE UNCONTROLLABLY AS THE TIRE BLEW OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shifting and surging","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10786366","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY AND VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE TRANSMISSION FAILING","quote_2_odi":"10576549","quote_2_text":"UPON SLOWING TO A STOP, THE TRUCK SURGES AND LUNGES FORWARD AS THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTS BETWEEN GEARS, AND IS MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN TRAVELING UP OR DOWN HILLS","quote_3_odi":"10462796","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD FROM A COMPLETE STOP AS 1ST GEAR WAS BEING ENGAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2012-vehicle-rollaway-parked","label":"Vehicle rolling away unexpectedly while parked","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10595231","quote_1_text":"WHILE SHE WAS INSIDE THE HOUSE THE VEHICLE STARTED MOVING. ONE OF OUR CHILDREN THAT WAS OUTSIDE SAW THIS OCCURRING AND STARTED TO SCREAM THAT THE TRUCK WAS MOVING","quote_2_odi":"10592034","quote_2_text":"PARKED FACING UPSLOPE. THE TRUCK SLIPPED OUT OF PARK GEAR AND ROLLED DOWNHILL BACKWARDS, KNOCKING OVER OWNER. FINALLY HIT A TREE AND STOPPED. INSURANCE DECLARED IT TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"10532622","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED, THE CONTACT REACHED IN FROM THE PASSENGER'S SIDE TO SHUT THE ENGINE DOWN AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY IN REVERSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal or rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10648326","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10598445","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH A DRUNK DRIVER CRASHED INTO THE CONTACTS VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10508458","quote_3_text":"HIT A DEER AT 47MPH ON LEFT FRONT OF VEHICLE. AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON WITH CODE B0052 DEPLOYMENT COMMANDED. NO AIR OR PRETENSIONER DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-dash-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10694696","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD IS CRACKED IN 2 PLACES ADJACENT TO THE AIRBAG COVER","quote_2_odi":"10795294","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A CRACK IN THE DASHBOARD ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. IT RUNS FROM THE CORNER OF THE AIRBAG COVER TO THE EDGE OF THE DASHBOARD PIECE","quote_3_odi":"11306647","quote_3_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES. ONE CRACK IS AT THE CORNER OF THE PASSENGER AIR BIG AND THE OTHER IS ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rolls or shifts out of park unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10546203","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD CLICKING NOISE FROM THE VEHICLE AS VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND DOWN A BUSY HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10606987","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE'S TRANSMISSION WAS PLACED IN PARK, IT WOULD ROLL ON ITS OWN EVEN WITH THE PARKING BRAKE FIRMLY APPLIED (OUR DRIVEWAY IS RATHER STEEP), AS THOUGH THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN NEUTRAL","quote_3_odi":"10510108","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED ON AN INCLINE, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY SHIFTED OUT OF PARK AND INTO NEUTRAL, MADE A CLUCKING NOISE AND SUDDENLY SHIFTED INTO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-power-steering-lockup","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10509134","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING 70 MPH ON FREEWAY, NATURALLY VEERING LEFT TO RIGHT WENT TO CORRECT TO THE RIGHT AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. I COULD TURN TO THE LEFT MORE BUT COULD NOT CORRECT BACK TO THE RIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10639895","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT SLOW SPEED AND USUALLY AT LOW RPM, AND TURNING RIGHT THE STEERING LOCKS UP, IF I PULL TO THE LEFT IT USUALLY CLEARS THE LOCK UP","quote_3_odi":"10846250","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS USED 2013 TRUCK IN LATE NOV 2015. WHEN MAKING (USUALLY) A RIGHT TURN AT LOW SPEED, ESPECIALLY FROM A STOP LIKE ENTERING TRAFFIC FROM AN INCLINED ACCESS DRIVEWAY, OCCASIONALLY (MAYBE 3 TIMES PER MONTH) THERE IS A SUDDEN AND TOTAL FAILURE OF POWER ASSIST IN STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure and part shortage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11545163","quote_1_text":"The truck started shifting hard. Had it towed home. Then towed to dealership. They diagnosed it with a faulty TCM #24256861","quote_2_odi":"11532989","quote_2_text":"General Motors produces several years of vehicles with a faulty transmission control module (TCM)","quote_3_odi":"11507940","quote_3_text":"According to GM 2009 to 2015 Chevy Silverado transmission control module and wiring harness failed. People have been without their cars for more than a year ours has been down for 6 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2013-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration and delayed throttle response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10638550","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE DEPRESSED FIRMLY TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10620782","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AT A GRADUAL INCREASE FORM 25 TO 40 MPH ON ITS OWN ACCORD. VEHICLE DID DECELERATE ONCE BRAKES WERE APPLIED","quote_3_odi":"10563419","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING IN FIRST GEAR AND TAKING THE FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE ENGINE RPM'S WOULD NOT DECREASE AND THE THROTTLE WOULD NOT RELEASE FOR APPROXIMATELY 3-4 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-airbag-deploy","label":"Air bag failure to deploy or improper deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11031689","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL AND A COUPLE OF TREES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT LEG, RIGHT EYE, AND TRAUMA TO THE HEAD, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WAS","quote_2_odi":"10662045","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A DEER. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED HOWEVER, THREE MINUTES LATER THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED A SECOND TIME WITHOUT WARNING. IT WAS UNKNOWN IF THE CONTACT SUSTAINED ANY INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT","quote_3_odi":"10619615","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER THREE TIMES, ALL WITHIN THE MONTH OF JUNE FOR THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE REGARDING THE AIR BAGS. JUNE 3, 2014, THE CONSUMER WAS TOLD UPON PICKING UP THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WIRES UNDER THE SEAT HAD JUST BEEN DISCONNECTED. THEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-driver-seat-unlatch","label":"Driver seat unlatches or shifts during driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10676691","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE DRIVER'S SEAT BECAME UNLATCHED AND MOVED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO BE THROWN AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10633280","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SEAT LOWER CUSHION ROCKS LEFT AND RIGHT AS WELL AS FRONT TO BACK. TOOK VEHICLE IN TO DEALER ON 9/3/14 AND WAS FIXED ON 9/5/14. THE SEAT FELT STURDY UPON PICK UP FROM DEALER. HAVE DRIVEN APPROX 30 MILES SINCE PICKING UP ON 9/5/14. SEAT IS NOW DOING SAME MOVEMENTS AS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or power reduction while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10654588","quote_1_text":"TRUCK ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IN NORMAL TRAFFIC. COASTED TO SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTARTED THE TRUCK. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON SOLID. TOOK TO A CHEVROLET DEALER WHO REFUSED TO WORK ON IT BUT TOLD ME THE 3 CODES SHOWING RELATED TO THE CAMSHAFT. DROVE THE TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"10598778","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND NO WARNINGS LAMPS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE WAS ABLE TO RESTART VEHICLE. THE RENTAL CAR COMPANY WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, HOWEVER NO SOLUTION WAS","quote_3_odi":"10851746","quote_3_text":"TRUCK GOT HOT AND ENGINE POWER REDUCTION LIGHT CAME ON ALSO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. MESSAGE RESET WHEN TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED BUT CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STILL ON AND TRUCK RUNS HOT. POWER REDUCTION WAS WHILE I WAS ON HIGHWAY AND TRUCK WOULD NOT GO ABOVE 1000 RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame corrosion and rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10807767","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OBSERVED EXTENSIVE CORROSION ON THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE'S FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY","quote_2_odi":"10859944","quote_2_text":"PAINT / WAX BY FACTORY HAS TOTALLY PEALED OFF FRAME OF THE TRUCK. RUST EVERYWHERE 38000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10746777","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR FRAME WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,400","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel delivery system failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11208294","quote_1_text":"THE 2014 CHEVY SILVERADO 3500HD DURAMAX DIESEL COMES EQUIPP ED WITH THE BOSCH CP4 INJECTION FUEL PUMP. THIS PUMP IS PRONE TO FAILURE AT ANYTIME MILEAGE WISE. THE PUMP WAS USED IN EUROPEAN DIESEL ENGINES WITH SUCCESS SINCE THEIR FUEL HAS A HIGHER CONTENT OF LUBRICITY. DUE TO THE","quote_2_odi":"11206543","quote_2_text":"THE FUEL TRANSFER PUMP, WHICH MOVES FUEL FROM THE REAR TANK TO THE FRONT TANK HAS MALFUNCTIONED. THIS HAS CAUSED THE FUEL GAUGE TO READ INACCURATELY, CAUSING ENGINE TO STOP RUNNING, HAS ILLUMINATED THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT MULTIPLE TIMES, DISPLAYING CODE P2068 AND P0463. VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10899800","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER DECELERATED TO 1 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND CAUSED THE METAL SHAVINGS TO CLOG THE FUEL SYSTEM. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-harsh-shift-driveline","label":"Harsh transmission shifting and driveline vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10853917","quote_1_text":"I NOTED THAT IT WAS LOUD CLUNKING AT DOWNSHIFT FROM 3RD TO 2ND GEAR AND ALSO A CLUNK SHIFT WHEN THE VEHICLE APPROACHES A COMPLETE STOP. THE DOWNSHIFT IS SO HARD THAT IT IS FELT IN THE BRAKE PEDAL. THIS IS THE PART TO ME THAT RAISES THE SAFETY CONCERN. THE RESPONSE WAS THAT THEY","quote_2_odi":"10726323","quote_2_text":"I WAS MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND JUST ABOUT GOT UP TO SPEED AND FELT A VIBRATION THAT WITHIN A FEW SECONDS GOT REALLY INTENSE THEN HEARD A POP AND THEN SEVERAL BANGS. I THOUGHT A TIRE BLEW, SO AS I LOOKED UP IN MY REAR VIEW MIRROR TO SEE IF I WAS CLEAR TO GET OVER TO THE","quote_3_odi":"10682628","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 85 MPH, THE SHIFT LEVER SHIFTED INDEPENDENTLY FROM HIGH TO LOW GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 8,685","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-park-rollaway","label":"Transmission shifts out of park into neutral unattended","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10671982","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING AND EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTED FROM PARK TO NEUTRAL INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS AWARE","quote_2_odi":"10631884","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN THE PARK POSITION, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS AND KNOCKED DOWN THE CONTACT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED. THE VEHICLE WAS RETURNED TO THE RENTAL OFFICE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE","quote_3_odi":"10661352","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT ABOUT 45 MPH WHEN MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY JUMPED OUT OF GEAR INTO NEUTRAL. AFTER ABOUT 20 SECONDS IT WENT BACK INTO GEAR. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11436457","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH and making a turn, the vehicle inadvertently lost power steering and stopped on the side of the road by a curb. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated the failure had been reoccurring while driving, almost causing","quote_2_odi":"10806385","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING. TRUCK TOWED TO A DEALER. AFTER REPLACING THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR, ELECTRICAL LOOM AND THE BATTERY, WAS INFORMED THAT THE STEERING RACK FAILED - POSSIBLY DUE TO WATER PENETRATION INTO THE RACK AND PINION DRIVE. SUSPECT A","quote_3_odi":"10761471","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TIGHT AND EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE POWER ASSIST MOTOR. THE SECOND REPAIR WAS THE ELECTRONIC TORQUE CONTROL SENSOR; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"CP4 high-pressure fuel pump failure (Duramax diesel)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751378","quote_1_text":"I own a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500HD Duramax diesel. At approximately 130,000 miles, the high-pressure CP4 fuel pump failed internally, sending metal shavings throughout the fuel system and contaminating major components","quote_2_odi":"11666246","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the message \"Fuel Filter Needed to be Replaced\" followed by the \"Engine Power Reduced\" were displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11590505","quote_3_text":"Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed 400 miles from home leaving us stranded. We were towed in and spent thousands of dollars and 5 weeks to have the truck repaired. Only warning was that the truck was losing power and barely got off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-dim-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlight visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10836643","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT ON ANY ROADS THE VISIBILITY WITH THE LOW BEAMS IS TERRIBLE! THE HIGH BEAMS ARE WHAT THE LOW BEAMS SHOULD BE. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE ANYTHING IN THE DISTANCE OR ON THE SHOULDER","quote_2_odi":"10825891","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIM AND PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM SEEING THE ROAD. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS, WHICH WERE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH EITHER","quote_3_odi":"10748205","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE 2015 SILVERADO 1500 NEW ON 08/04/2015. ONCE I WAS ABLE TO USE THE HEADLIGHTS I NOTICED THE LACK OF LIGHT OUTPUT ON THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11457888","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado 1500. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost electrical power inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10914012","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WERE METAL FRAGMENTS INSIDE THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10780654","quote_3_text":"ON MONDAY OCTOBER 5, 2015, I WAS DRIVING TRUCK AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH ON HIGHWAY WHEN SUDDENLY ALL ELECTRONICS WENT BLACK AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER ON HIGHWAY. LUCKILY, I WAS ABLE TO PULL OF TO SIDE OF ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11635233","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH the \"loss of power steering\" warning illuminated. The contact felt the steering wheel was hard to turn to the left or right","quote_2_odi":"11013825","quote_2_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCE A TEMPORARY LOSS OF ELECTRIC POWER STEERING (EPS) ASSIST FOLLOWED BY A SUDDEN RETURN OF EPS ASSIST, PARTICULARLY DURING LOW-SPEED TURNING MANEUVERS","quote_3_odi":"10750001","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH WAY SPEED ( 70 MPH POSTED LIMIT ) AND MAKING A RIGHT HAND LONG SWEEPING TURN THE TRUCKS STEERING WOULD STICK OR LOCK IN THE TURN POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-highway-vibration","label":"Highway-speed vibration and driveshaft shake","component_code":"SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN, WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10787340","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND VIBRATED EXTENSIVELY IN THE FRONT. UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS LESS SHAKING, BUT THE STRONG VIBRATION CONTINUED","quote_2_odi":"10818261","quote_2_text":"HAS A VIBRATION AT 65, TURNS INTO A BAD SHAKE AT 75","quote_3_odi":"10734276","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND THE BRAKE PEDAL VIBRATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window shattering with defroster smoke","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11652076","quote_1_text":"A rear defrost system malfunctioned and was smoking in the interior of the vehicle followed by the rear glass shattering. The electrical malfunction could have easily started a fire and glass flying around the cab a highway speeds could definitely be hazard","quote_2_odi":"11451851","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the rear window defroster and the window slide began to smoke and there was an abnormal noise","quote_3_odi":"11195372","quote_3_text":"I REMOTE STARTED MY 2015 SILVERADO 3500HD DURAMAX. AFTER ABOUT 5 MINUTES OF IDLE TIME I BEGAN DRIVING THE TRUCK. ABOUT 3/4 MILES DOWN THE ROAD I DETECTED THE SMELL OF SOMETHING BURNING OR VERY HOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2015-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system false warning and brake loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11071849","quote_1_text":"RANDOMLY WITH NO NEEDED INSTANCE THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER READS SERVICE TRAILER BREAK. WITH OR WITHOUT A TRAILER CONNECTED. WITH THE TRAILER CONNECTED THE TRAILER BREAKS FAILS TO OPERATE CAUSING A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN","quote_2_odi":"10747566","quote_2_text":"A WARNING MESSAGE COMES ON THE DASH TELLING THE DRIVER THERE IS A ISSUE WITH THE TRAILER BRAKES, OR WIRING SYSTEM. THE TRAILER BRAKES BECOME INOPERABLE WHEN THIS COMES ON","quote_3_odi":"11406811","quote_3_text":"MY TRAILER BRAKING SYSTEM GIVES OFF WARNINGS THAT IT'S NOT CONNECTED TO THE TRAILER WHEN I DON'T HAVE THE TRAILER CONNECTED. BUT I WAS TOWING MY TRAILER AND AS I STEPPED ON THE BREAK IT WAS GIVING ME THAT WARNING AND THE BRAKE SYSTEM WAS FAILING TO ENGAGE ON THE TRAILER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11719502","quote_1_text":"I have now been in 2 serious accidents that resulted in all other vehicles deploying airbags and being totalled, but mine have never deployed and it has been suggested there may be a recall for this","quote_2_odi":"11432137","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately at 55 mph when the vehicles in front of the contact began to stop abruptly which resulted in the contact crashing the vehicle into another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11443651","quote_3_text":"Upon impact with a tree in the rear of the truck, the airbag system in the vehicle was engaged. The seatbelts locked up, and the airbag chemicals in the steering wheel and front passenger airbag compartment were activated, however, none of the airbags physically deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11172394","quote_1_text":"AT ABOUT 14K MILES WE FOUND BRAKE FLUID AND HAD TO HAVE THE TRUCK TOWED TO SHOP. THEY FIXED FOR FREE. ABOUT 7K MILES AFTER THE BREAKS TOTALLY WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11164844","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD NOT MOVE AND BECAME STUCK WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11006565","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, FELT SOFT, AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel transfer pump and CP4 injection pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10930297","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE HAD REPEATED INSTANCES, WHERE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, AND FUEL GUAGE FLAT LINES. IF YOU CAN NOT GET TO A QUALIFIED DEALER SOON ENOUGH, VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WITHOUT WARNING[ACTUALLY IT REMAINS RUNNING UNTIL IT ALMOST COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP]","quote_2_odi":"10966553","quote_2_text":"P2636 TRANSFER PUMP - DRIVER INDICATED FUEL GAUGE WAS FLUCTUATING FROM FULL TO EMPTY. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND GAUGE DROPPED TO EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"11634518","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] while traveling down [XXX] in VA I experienced a catastrophic Bosch CP4 Fuel Pump Failure. Vehicle was towed to Marion Auto Group in Marion, VA and kept for 5 weeks to repair fuel system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-steering-gear-play","label":"Steering gear play and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11669885","quote_1_text":"Power steering intermittently goes out. Mostly when it's hot out, slow speeds, and cornering","quote_2_odi":"11523579","quote_2_text":"There is excessive play in the steering causing the vehicle to wander. Problem is amplified at freeway speeds or while towing 5th-wheel. On some roads truck will pull one direction till change in road slop cause truck to swerve in opposite direction","quote_3_odi":"10909772","quote_3_text":"NEW TRUCK HAD LOSE STEERING WHEN I TOOK DELIVERY, REQUIRING OVER CORRECTION. WITH JUST 4529 IN MILEAGE ON IT I TOOK IT BACK TO MY DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-trailer-brake-faults","label":"Trailer brake controller faults while towing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11648847","quote_1_text":"While connected to a RV which has onboard batteries, the truck's brake controller disables the braking system if the batteries on the RV fluctuate in voltage","quote_2_odi":"11436323","quote_2_text":"Driving my truck, without a trailer, the \"Service Trailer Brakes Soon\" fault came on my truck. This is a known problem that GM is aware of with their ITBC system for YEARS & have done selective recalls for","quote_3_odi":"11039430","quote_3_text":"DRIVING VEHICLE ABS AND SKID WARNING LIGHTS APPEARS, BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING APPEARS ALWAYS LIT WHILE IN TOWING MODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11614988","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Low Cab Forward truck. The contact stated that an employee had started the vehicle while parked and placed the vehicle in drive (D), the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into 2 vehicles parked in front of the contact's vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10979485","quote_2_text":"THE TRUCK IS A 2016 CHEVROLET 3500 HD DIESEL, WHEN THE TRUCK GOES INTO REGENERATION MODE THE TRUCK ACCELERATES WITHOUT NOTICE. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF IT'S IN PARK, REVERSE, NEUTRAL OR DRIVE, THE RPM OF THE ENGINE SPEEDS UP TO ABOUT 900 RPM","quote_3_odi":"11076630","quote_3_text":"AT ALL TIMES, INCLUDING WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL MAKES A SQUEAKING SOUND WHICH IS NOT ONLY IRRITATION, BUT A SIGN OF SOME SORT OF PROBLEM WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2016-wheel-tire-vibration","label":"Wheel and tire vibration or wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11160822","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE DROVE OUT OF TOWN AND, UPON HIS RETURN, HE NOTICED THAT THE TWO REAR RIMS WERE FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"11114708","quote_2_text":"HELLO I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2016 CHEVROLET SILVERADO K3500 LTZ DUALLY FROM (XXXX) IN LAKEVILLE, MN FEB 2017 I HAD APPROXIMATELY 25K MILES ON IT AND I HAD NOTICED THE FRONT TIRES WERE STARTING TO FEATHER AND MAKING A STRANGE NOISE AND THE TREAD STARED TO CHUNK OFF","quote_3_odi":"10852511","quote_3_text":"HAS THE CHEVY SHAKES BETWEEN 38 AND 70 MILE PER HOUR .5.3 V8 MOTOR AND 8 SPEED TRANSMISSION 342 REAR AXEL LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL . BEEN SELLING GM'S FOR 55 YEARS AND IF THIS WAS A DEMENSTRATOR WE WOULD NEVER NEVER SELL ANOTHER TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and Takata inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11044152","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT ABRUPTLY PULLED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11286614","quote_2_text":"WHEEL FROM ANOTHER VEHICLE SLAMMED INTO CENTER FROM OF MY VEHICLE ON INTERSTATE. LARGE BANG WAS HEARD AND ACRID DUST/SMOKE FILLED INTERIOR CAB, BUT NO AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I WAS GOING ABOUT 60 MPH AND WHEEL WAS COMING AT ME AT AROUND 50-60 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11039975","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR 2 YEARS. THE DEALER WANTS $100.00 JUST TO LOOK AT IT. I DONT HAVE FUNDS SO I HAVE BEEN CHECKING FOR THE RECALL TO BE SURE. I WAS SENT A NOTICE FROM TK HOLDINGS INC. AND HAVE FILLED OUT A CLAIM BUT STILL DONT KNOW IF I QUALIFY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-backup-camera-brightness","label":"Backup camera screen too bright at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11063697","quote_1_text":"BACKUP CAMERA TOO BRIGHT FOR BACKIUP AT NIGHT WHILE STILL NEEDING TO VIEW SIDE MIRRORS. IT WOULD BE GREAT TO COME UP WITH A SLIDING \"ON SCREEN\" BRIGHTNESS CONTROL FOR IMMEDIATE CONTROL OVER THE BACKUP CAMERA ON SCREEN BRIGHTNESS","quote_2_odi":"11075783","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT 2017 SILVERADO 1500 LTZ NEW. BACKUP CAMERA WILL NOT DIM AT NIGHT, BLINDING, MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO BACK UP, UNABLE TO SEE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. BEEN THAT WAY SINCE NEW","quote_3_odi":"11021304","quote_3_text":"THE MYLINK BACKUP CAMERA DOES NOT ALLOW DIMMING AT NIGHT WHEN BACKING THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE MYLINK BACKUP CAMERA SCREEN IN THE DASH TO GO FULL BRIGHTNESS, THUS BLINDING THE DRIVER FROM SEEING THE PASSENGER MIRROR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-brake-pedal-hard-low-speed","label":"Hard brake pedal and reduced stopping power at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11245769","quote_1_text":"AT LOW ENGINE RPM THE BRAKE FORCE BECOMES EXTREMELY EXCESSIVE. WHILE BACKING DOWN A LONG BOAT RAMP LAST WEEK THIS OCCURRED AND MY WIFE COULD NOT PRESS HARD ENOUGH TO STOP THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN A COLLISION TO AVOID THE VEHICLE GOING INTO THE WATER","quote_2_odi":"11269168","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE A SUDDEN STOP IN TRAFFIC AND THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11298634","quote_3_text":"MY 2017 SILVERADO IS EXPERIENCING A VERY HARD BRAKE PEDAL AT SLOW SPEEDS. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP IN OCTOBER 2019 FOR THE RECALL PERTAINING TO THIS ISSUE WHERE THEY REPROGRAM THE BRAKING UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-engine-recall-block-heater","label":"Engine recall parts delay and block heater cord fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11192390","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. WHEN THE CONTACT PULLED INTO HIS DRIVEWAY AND PLUGGED IN THE BLOCK HEATER, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE A FEW MINUTES LATER IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL TO MOVE IT AWAY FROM HIS HOUSE","quote_2_odi":"11279532","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER CORD WAS RECALLED ON MY 2017 CHEVY DURAMAX DIESEL. I BROUGHT MY TRUCK TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP ON AUGUST 21, 2019 FOR THE RECALL AND THE CORD WAS SIMPLY CUT OFF. AT THAT TIME THERE WAS NOT A REMEDY FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11268958","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V328000 (ENGINE). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure and fuel system recall delay","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11319257","quote_1_text":"UPON STARTUP.. ENGINE IDLE WAS ROUGH. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. CODE P050D WAS FOUND. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND THE INJECTORS ARE BAD","quote_2_odi":"11242229","quote_2_text":"MY 2017 SIVERADO WITH LESS THAN 50,000 MILES IS AT THE DEALERSHIP, DUE TO A DEFECTIVE FUEL INJECTOR ON THE #7 CYLINDER. I AM BEING TOLD IT IS NOT UNDER WARRANTY, AND THAT I WILL HAVE TO BARE THE COST OF THE REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11206524","quote_3_text":"RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED FEB 7, 2019 MY COMPLAINT IS WHY IS IT TAKING SO LONG TO OBTAIN PARTS AND GET THE VEHICLE REPIRED IT HAS BEEN THREE MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist loss and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11535454","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11434022","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado. The contact stated that while driving at 15 mph, the power steering had failed while making a turn and the steering wheel would not turn. The contact crashed into a light pole","quote_3_odi":"11092302","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SILVERADO. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN TURNING IT LEFT OR RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2017-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Harsh shifting and torque converter shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11256466","quote_1_text":"THE 8-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION EXHIBITS NUMEROUS ISSUES. 1) WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO UNDER 10 MPH, AS IF YOU WERE YIELDING TO TRAFFIC AND THEN PRESSING THE THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE THE VEHICLE, TWO ISSUES CAN OCCUR","quote_2_odi":"11267268","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SHUDDER AT SPEED. HARD SHIFTS AT SLOW SPEED. APPEARS TO BE WELL DOCUMENTED ACROSS THIS SITE AND OTHER FORUMS. IT APPEARS THE OIL USED IN THE TRANSMISSIONS WAS DEFECTIVE (PER CHEVY) . TSB - 16-NA-175 AND TSB 18-NA-355","quote_3_odi":"11627254","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to upshift while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2018-body-structure-defects","label":"Bed hitch and body fabrication defects","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11161987","quote_1_text":"WHILE PULLING A 40' GOOSENECK TRAILER ON THE HIGHWAY AT POSTED SPEED THE BALL HITCH ON THE BED OF THE TRUCK CAME DETACHED FROM THE TRUCK. TRAILER NECK SLAMMED INTO THE CENTER OF THE BED. I HAVE AN OEM CROWNLINE AFTERMARKET FLAT BED ON MY TRUCK. ONCE THE TRAILER WAS REMOVED THE","quote_2_odi":"11139245","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE PAINT CHIPPING IN PLACES THAT WOULD NOT RECEIVE NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR SUCH AS SIDE OF BODY AND TAILGATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2018-diesel-emissions-system","label":"Diesel emissions system component failures","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11118751","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE MESSAGE \"CONTINUE DRIVING TO CLEAN EXHAUST SYSTEM\" APPEARED. THE MESSAGE WENT AWAY, BUT RETURNED APPROXIMATELY 35 MINUTES LATER ALONG WITH 'YOU ARE ON REDUCE POWER MODE\" AS THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11397056","quote_2_text":"REDUCTANT HEATER WENT OUT. KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THESE TRUCKS YET NO RECALL SO WHEN YOU ARE OVER THERE EMMISIONS WARRANTY YOU'RE OUT OF LUCK TRUCK HAD 60K ON IT AND IS GOING TO COST ME 1600$ BETWEEN PARTS AND LABOR TO FIX IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2018-diesel-fuel-system-failure","label":"Diesel fuel pump, injector, and tank failures","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11759032","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel pump failed and sent metal particles throught the fuel system. All fuel components except for the injectors are available. The engine stalled while driving at speed forcing me to stop and call a tow truck on the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11621725","quote_2_text":"The contact owns 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the engine started misfiring and made an abnormal knocking sound. Additionally, the vehicle was shuddering. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11525436","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that the fuel tank had collapsed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump and rear fuel tank needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2018-electrical-stability-trailer","label":"Electrical faults in stability control and trailer brakes","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11711287","quote_1_text":"I’ve heard all the horror stories about faulty electrical issues. I’m chasing an issue now on my 2018 with ONLY 87,000 miles after spending a bunch of money on batteries hub assemblies random control modules to try to fix an issue of stabilitrak, traction control, abs, trailer","quote_2_odi":"11452090","quote_2_text":"stabilitrak system truck speeds up when braking,and pulls left or right transmission shift hard when warning lights come on intermittently","quote_3_odi":"11397975","quote_3_text":"WHILE PULLING A VARIETY OF 3 DIFFERENT TRAILERS, THE INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL DOES NOT PROPERLY SEND OUTPUT TO THE TRAILER BRAKES. THIS CAUSES THE TRUCK (TOW VEHICLE) TO DO ALMOST ALL OF THE BRAKING WORK ON ITS OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2018-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"Recall remedy unavailable or refused","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11289576","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V328000(ENGINE). AFTER CONTACTING RELIABLE CHEVROLET (9901 COORS BLVD, ALBUQUERQUE, NM) AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED","quote_2_odi":"11732526","quote_2_text":"Recall N192265660 repair failed. Dealer stated that GM refused to participate in the repair. Smoke and smell of burning electrical followed by the rear window exploding. Dealer quoted over $1900 to repair and suggested we go aftermarket and have the repair done elsewhere","quote_3_odi":"11439913","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2019-brake-power-loss","label":"Loss of braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11547359","quote_1_text":"The right brake caliper malfunctioned and is available for inspection from dealer. There was significant safety risk due to the fact all brake power was lost making the vehicle very difficult to stop. The dealer confirmed the caliper failed","quote_2_odi":"11567405","quote_2_text":"There was oil leaking from my rear wheel causing loss of brakes and lots of smoke, almost caught on fire. Dealer stated that there was a defective rear wheel seal. There was loss of braking control on wet pavement from precipitation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2019-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical wiring failure causing loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11677598","quote_1_text":"1st incident: When driving the vehicle dashboard shut off, no indicators working such as speedometer, gauges etc and brakes were not working, luckily I was in a 60 miles an hour zone so I had to just let the vehicle come to a gravity stop","quote_2_odi":"11522066","quote_2_text":"The electrical connector vibrated loose at the injector. The mechanic said he has seen this happen before and GM said its because those motors vibrate excessively. It caused my vehicle to run in reduced power mode","quote_3_odi":"11715205","quote_3_text":"Def pump and heater module had burned terminals. This caused failure to the def pump and heater module. This was the second instance of this happening on this truck in roughly 40,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2019-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11442517","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11308194","quote_2_text":"2019 CHEVROLET SILVERADO 3500 HD. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SAFETY RECALL 19V-328. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE PARTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WERE UNAVAILABLE. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2019-transfer-case-transmission","label":"Transfer case and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11531433","quote_1_text":"Transmission exploded from the inside causing catastrophic failure that could have resulted in death. Milage on vehicle was 20k. No indication of transmission issues on warning sensors in the car or through feeling the transmission slipping or hearing any noises before it","quote_2_odi":"11694954","quote_2_text":"Driving at hiway speed and towing a 40' travel trailer the transmission failed and put my family in grave danger. GM is aware of this issue as they have issued a service bulletin due to an engineering flaw","quote_3_odi":"11722199","quote_3_text":"Very hard downshift of transmission caused rear wheels to break traction on icy road. Vehicle slid sideways across the road nearly going over the edge of a steep downgrade","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2020-def-limp-mode","label":"DEF heater failure triggering reduced-power limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11463966","quote_1_text":"GM recall N2123544170 DPF regeneration temperature /DEF heater for cold weather operation to keep def from freezing and also for thawing frozen def...dealer to replace def tank and internal heating element...dealer was unable to give a time line for replacement parts needed to","quote_2_odi":"11454995","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would independently downshift as the vehicle would fail to accelerate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11630257","quote_3_text":"2nd time I’ve had to replace def heater and tank. Truck goes into limp mode and limits the speed leaving a person stranded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2020-rear-brake-failure","label":"Rear brake pad and pressure failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11636906","quote_1_text":"During operation of the vehicle at approximately 45mph and sudden stopping/ breaking is required, truck fails to do so. It is a partial loss of brake pressure and a loud \"whale cry\" type sound that appears to be coming from under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11582209","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving 10-15 MPH and approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal was depressed down to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11552780","quote_3_text":"This problem concerns faulty emergency brakes. The issue was discovered in the driveway, when I engaged the parking brake with the vehicle in park and my foot on the brake. The Service Emergency Brake light came on and stayed on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2020-trailer-brake-module","label":"Trailer brake module failure during towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11668128","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while hauling a 2020 Heartland Cyclone, the trailer brakes unexpectedly deactivated. The contact stated that the trailer brake was disconnected, and the warning light to check the trailer winch was","quote_2_odi":"11609553","quote_2_text":"We tow a 2024 Grand Design Solitude 310GK with our 2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 diesel truck. We are getting frequent but intermittent loss of our trailer brakes during towing","quote_3_odi":"11618669","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the tailgate brake light failed to illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2020-transmission-lockup","label":"Rear wheel lockup from transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11671963","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the rear wheels locked-up. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11657965","quote_2_text":"I recieved a recall notice from Chevrolet stating they needed to install a software update to the truck which will warn if a potential rear wheel lock up is about to occur due to faulty transmission valve body- which was stated that they do not have a fix for","quote_3_odi":"11636312","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V797000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-ac-belt-steering-brake-failure","label":"AC compressor seizure with steering and brake loss","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11631152","quote_1_text":"Smelled burning smell, no noise or dash lights, thought it was another car. 1 minute later, heard a thump from under hood and \"Charging System Failure\" came on dash. Decided to take to Chevy dealer, which was 5 minutes away. Within next 2 minutes steering…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-def-emissions-reduced-power","label":"DEF system faults and reduced-power mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11719345","quote_1_text":"Service engine light kept coming on the dash, and the code came back to a faulty DEF heater. My truck had a reduced power countdown on the dash indicating the truck was going go to into limp mode after x amount of miles","quote_2_odi":"11716547","quote_2_text":"My 2021 chevy 3500hd diesel had the engine light come on and the service emissions system popped up in the info screen. It said in so many miles speed would be limited. I took it to the dealer and they said the def tank would need replaced","quote_3_odi":"11632370","quote_3_text":"Injector #4 connector harness issue- Known issue on the 6.6L duramax.  Driving with my children for Christmas pickup and power reduction occurred while passing another car on the road. Causing us to hit the breaks as the truck wouldn’t allow us to pass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-engine-lifter-oil-consumption","label":"Engine lifter failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11698677","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Chevy Silverado 3500 [XXX]  Motor began requiring a quart of oil every 3-4 weeks. I took my vehicle to a GM dealer in October 2024 and the stated the couldn't find any issues. Fast forward to December 2024 my motor began reading low compression…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-service-brake-abnormal-noise","label":"Service brake abnormal noise and pad ejection","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623512","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and extended to the floorboard, and the vehicle almost crashed into the rear of another vehicle. The contact later discovered that the rear driver’s side brake pad had been ejected","quote_2_odi":"11593978","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to depress the brake pedal, there was an abnormal sound coming from the brakes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the brakes were replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-tailgate-unintended-open","label":"Power tailgate unintended opening and closing","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734635","quote_1_text":"Water entered tailgate through drainage hole in tailgate cap. The water then dripped on the tailgate switch causing it to short out. This short circuit caused my tailgate to open and close randomly without pressing any switches or buttons or key fobs","quote_2_odi":"11607467","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the rain at night, the contact became aware that the tailgate had opened unintendedly. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving over bumpy road surfaces","quote_3_odi":"11529880","quote_3_text":"Automatic tailgate open by itself while vehicle was traveling at 65mph on I64 in Virginia between Charlottesville and Waynesboro. And when we stopped the tailgate reclosed by itself. But we lost our load in bed of truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-trailer-lighting-module","label":"Trailer lighting module intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11404449","quote_1_text":"THE NEW GM 2021 TRAILER LIGHTING MODULE AND/OR SYSTEM IS DEFECTIVE. IT FAILS A PRE-CONNECTION TEST WITH TESTER, GIVES \"CHECK TRAILER WIRING\" WARNING ON DASH WITHOUT A TRAILER CONNECTED AND TURNS OFF ANY TRAILER LIGHTING CONNECTED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2021-transmission-powertrain-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11605693","quote_1_text":"our truck made a loud boom noise and immediately stopped. Warning lights on the dash began coming on, when the gas pedal was pressed it made a loud RPM sound of engine revving, following by barely coasting action. We were able to drift into the turn lane","quote_2_odi":"11691701","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly went into Low Power Mode, with the check engine and low power mode warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11543559","quote_3_text":"When I shift the vehicle to park and turn it off, about 90% of the time the instrument panel will display a message that says “Shift to park”, and the electrical components will not shut down. The vehicle is in park, but the computer won’t detect it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2022-powertrain-transmission-fault","label":"Powertrain transmission shift failure and parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11-14 → 2026-04-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11625346","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Chevy Silverado has been to 4 different GMC/Chevrolet Dealerships since August 2024 and is currently broken down in Indiana at Sauers Buick GMC   Although, it has been to 4 different dealerships to confirm there is a Faulty Part of the Transmission, Part # 24048701 A…","quote_2_odi":"11672825","quote_2_text":"I recieved a recall notice for this vehicle. When I went to my local dealership {Michael Hohl GMC Carson City Nevada} I was told that I would be better off to wait until my transmission fails because the repair parts are almost non existant","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2022-rear-window-leak","label":"Rear window water leak and associated electrical damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05-07 → 2025-08-26","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683165","quote_1_text":"Rear window leaks severely causing electrical issues. This is a known issue for almost 10 years now with multiple TSB’s about this problem across this vehicle platform. The repair for this is over $1000 often times. This should be a recall","quote_2_odi":"11659598","quote_2_text":"●Rear window with small power wi down leaks ●over time, it will get worse and cause mold, in turn makes it a healthy hazard ●yes, the problem has been reproduced by an independent facility  ●it has not been inspected by dealership but when informed of the situation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2022-service-brakes-stopping-power","label":"Service brake stopping power and brake bias","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12-12 → 2025-08-26","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683161","quote_1_text":"The braking system is very weak given the towing and load rating on the truck. Emergency stopping is at times questionable. It seems there is almost no braking from the front axle of the truck. In 80000 miles the front brakes are still over 75% pad left with the rear brakes now…","quote_2_odi":"11500163","quote_2_text":"I was following a vehicle at 3-4 car lengths at 35 MPH. The vehicle in front made an aggressive stop and although I immediately saw the incident, I could not stop in time with a full panic stop by pressing the brakes hard to the floor. My brakes felt greasy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2022-tailgate-unintended-open","label":"Tailgate unintended opening via electronic switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05-09 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735580","quote_1_text":"The tailgate exhibits erratic behavior and has unlatched unexpectedly without user input. I can support this claim with documented video evidence I took while the vehicle was parked.  This condition is consistent with the defect described in General Motors safety recall…","quote_2_odi":"11587902","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was in park(P), the tailgate opened unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was with the tailgate electronic switch","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado3500-2022-trailer-brake-control-failure","label":"Integrated trailer brake control failure while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08-24 → 2026-06-16","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11574193","quote_1_text":"Message will appear that states : trailer brake system needs serviced “ When that appears and I am currently towing a trailer I lose all power to trailer including the brakes.  I can’t signal I can’t use the trailer brakes. I’m towing 14,000 lbs and when I’m going down a 6% grade","quote_2_odi":"11744609","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH with a trailer hitched to the vehicle, the trailer brake failed to respond on and off independently. Neither an independent mechanic nor a dealer was contacted. The trailer brake failure warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2024-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment module failure disabling cameras and audio","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756996","quote_1_text":"The infotainment/control module in my 2024 Silverado 3500HD failed unexpectedly while I was traveling cross-country. The module is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11647463","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, no audible sound was coming from the infotainment center","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2024-oil-cooler-failure","label":"Oil cooler failure allowing oil into coolant","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695918","quote_1_text":"At approximately 35,126 miles the oil cooler cracked and flooded my engine cooling system with over 2.5 gallons of oil causing catastrophic engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11722446","quote_2_text":"The engine oil cooler failed causing engine oil to leak into the coolant system on my 2024 Chevy Silverado 3500HD. This requires a full replacement of the coolant system","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2024-spongy-brake-pedal","label":"Spongy brake pedal requiring full travel to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733461","quote_1_text":"Leaking break fluid on my feet with sponge breaks dealer absolutely no help","quote_2_odi":"11651568","quote_2_text":"The brakes on this vehicle are very spongy, they have to be pushed all the way to the floor to get the vehicle to stop. When pulling a trailer you are on pins and needles wondering if you can get the truck to stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2024-trailer-brake-disconnect","label":"Trailer brake controller disconnection warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11619801","quote_1_text":"While driving along pulling a trailer, you unexpectedly lose you trailer brakes. Someone is going to get seriously injured or killed if GM doesn't fix this","quote_2_odi":"11681573","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado 3500. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and attempting to depress the brake pedal, the message “Trailer Brakes Disabled” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11544666","quote_3_text":"While traveling with a 5th wheel camper, that has solar panels the brake controller stops providing a connection to the trailer brakes. This is a know problem of the 2024 Chevrolets and so far there is not a fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado 3500","model_slug":"silverado-3500","cluster_id":"silverado-3500-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673108","quote_1_text":"10-speed automatic transmission valve body failure at 41k Parts are unavailable nor are replacement transmissions. Dealership says 3 months","quote_2_odi":"11628394","quote_2_text":"Vehicle and many like it with the 10 Speed transmission are having failing valve bodys which de-rates the vehicle to stay in 5th gear by GM coding and limits speed to 50 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11640471","quote_3_text":"The valve body failed on my transmission. My safety was impacted because as I was towing my 40 foot camper and my vehicle went into limp mode on the freeway at 70 miles an hour and I could only go 45 with four children in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado EV","model_slug":"silverado-ev","cluster_id":"silverado-ev-2024-accel-control-loss","label":"Loss of vehicle control during heavy acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700039","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that when idle, the vehicle would hesitate before accelerating. Continuing to drive at approximately 55 MPH, the accelerator was released, and the vehicle continued to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11691009","quote_2_text":"Under heavy acceleration the vehicle swerves from lane to lane and the operator is unable to counter the steering. The behavior continues until the acceleration is halted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado EV","model_slug":"silverado-ev","cluster_id":"silverado-ev-2024-frunk-latch-limp-mode","label":"Front trunk latch failure triggers limp mode","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687225","quote_1_text":"The front trunk latch mechanism repeatedly fails. When this occurs, the vehicle believes the trunk is open and will not let you drive in normal mode","quote_2_odi":"11667033","quote_2_text":"Frunk compartment of Silverado ev won’t close and puts the car in “limp” mode. Dealership has replaced it twice","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado EV","model_slug":"silverado-ev","cluster_id":"silverado-ev-2024-mirror-flat-glass","label":"Passenger-side mirror flat glass creates blind spot","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610701","quote_1_text":"The Passenger Side door mirror is manufactured with flat glass and Not Convex glass. The flat glass field of view is not nearly wide enough for this large truck","quote_2_odi":"11622698","quote_2_text":"The passenger ide door mirror is manufactured with flat glass and not Convex glass. The flat glass field of view is not nearly wide enough for this large truck and it creates large blind spots","quote_3_odi":"11675505","quote_3_text":"The exterior passenger side mirror is manufactured with flat glass and not convex glass. The flat glass field of view is not nearly wide enough for this large truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado EV","model_slug":"silverado-ev","cluster_id":"silverado-ev-2024-rear-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Rear door ajar sensor fails to detect open door","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625529","quote_1_text":"Vehicle does not indicate when rear doors are ajar or not properly latched. Vehicle information center shows when front doors or frunk is open","quote_2_odi":"11649628","quote_2_text":"The rear door sensors do not function, doors are always indicated as being closed, even if they are open. The car gives no warning if door open and vehicle put into drive","quote_3_odi":"11638821","quote_3_text":"Vehicle fails to determine if either passenger or driver rear doors are open. The vehicle is missing some functionality where the door can be opened and vehicle can be driven","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Silverado EV","model_slug":"silverado-ev","cluster_id":"silverado-ev-2024-tonneau-cover-detach","label":"Soft tonneau cover detaches at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713445","quote_1_text":"2 days later, on 1/22/26, while my husband was driving on the interstate, the tonneau cover partially detached and flew backwards lifting upwards and flapping violently","quote_2_odi":"11721788","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV WT equipped with the OEM soft tonneau cover. The original cover and its warranty replacement have both failed in the same way","quote_3_odi":"11681681","quote_3_text":"The soft tonneau cover that was installed on the vehicle was faulty and became detached from the metal tension bar and cant be reattached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/silverado-ev","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment failure during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10947808","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC WAS INVOLVED IN AN AUTOMOBILE ACCIDENT RESULTING IN INJURY TO ME BECAUSE MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11066611","quote_2_text":"ME AND THE VEHICLE AHEAD OF ME WERE AT A COMPLETE STOP AS WAS EVERYONE ELSE, WHEN I WAS REAR ENDED PRETTY FORCEFULLY AND TO THE POINT THAT AFTER SLAMMING HARDER ON MY BREAKS, MY VEHICLE WAS STILL SHOVED INTO THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"11182314","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE REVERSING FROM A DRIVEWAY AND PULLED FORWARD AT THAN 2 TO 3 MPH AND HIT AN OBJECT, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHEN VEHICLE WAS STILL AND CONSUMER WAS INJURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2012-cooling-system-leak","label":"Engine cooling system coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11566713","quote_1_text":"Water pump is leaking in front of motor","quote_2_odi":"11083798","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAK FROM WATER PUMP, APPLICABLE HOSES AND SURGE TANK. REPLACED WATER PUMP, SURGE TANK AND HOSE IN 2016. NEED TO REPLACE WATER PUMP, HOSES AND SURGE TANK AGAIN IN 2018. THERE IS ALSO AN ENGINE OIL LEAK YET TO BE IDENTIFIED. 1.8 L ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10863100","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, SMOKE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND A BEEPING NOISE STARTED. ALSO, THE TEMPERATURE CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND TURNED OFF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2012-electrical-stall-crank","label":"Electrical system self-crank and stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11121567","quote_1_text":"WITH THE KEY INSIDE THE IGNITION TURNED TO THE OFF POSITION THE CAR TRIES TO CRANK ITSELF BUT WON'T ACTUALLY START OR STAY RUNNING. MY LIGHTS, RADIO ETC HAVE TURNED THEMSELVES ON AND OFF FOR NO REASON","quote_2_odi":"11024695","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN FOR APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES IN THE MORNING, THE CONTACT REMOVED THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO CRANK ON ITS OWN","quote_3_odi":"10808660","quote_3_text":"CAR WILL START BY ITSELF AFTER KEY IS PARTIALLY INSERTED INTO IGNITION AND CAR WILL TRY TO START OVER AND OVER IF LEFT IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF. TOOK TO DEALER THEY BLAMED ON AFTERMARKET RADIO. HOWEVER, I AM PRETTY SURE HAS DONE ALMOST FROM THE POINT PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2012-shift-button-stuck","label":"Automatic shift lever button sticking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11196762","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC SHIFTER RELEASE BUTTON STICKING YOU CAN NOT GET THE CAR TO GO INTO PARK TO SHUT OFF CAR ALSO IT STAYS DEPRESSED CAUSING YOU TO BE ABLE TO EASLY HIT THE SHIFTER INTO NEUTERAL OR REVERSE WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10870723","quote_2_text":"AUTOMATIC GEAR SHIFT BUTTON STICKS. SHIFT LEVER CAN MOVE FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL TO REVERSE TO PARK WITHOUT LOCKING AS THE BUTTON IS STUCK DEPRESSED. KEYS CANNOT BE REMOVED WHEN CAR IS IN PARK. STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10897961","quote_3_text":"SHIFTER BUTTON IS STICKING (WILL NOT RELEASE) WHICH PREVENTS REMOVAL OF THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. ALSO, COULD ALLOW THE THE VEHICLE TO BE SHIFTED INTO OTHER GEARS (PARK, REVERSE, ETC) WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2012-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure to shift or engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11715161","quote_1_text":"Transmission shaft malfunction. Doesn't shift out of 1st gear. Transmission does not engage into gear","quote_2_odi":"10930307","quote_2_text":"MY SON AND WIFE WERE DRIVING IN FREEWAY TRAFFIC WHEN SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE LOST SPEED AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO THIRD OR HIGHER GEARS. THE VEHICLE SPEED WAS LIMITED TO ABOUT 25-35MPH","quote_3_odi":"10992707","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WITH THE GEAR SHIFTER IN DRIVE, THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED INTO SECOND GEAR. THE VEHICLE THEN DECELERATED TO 30 MPH, JERKED BACK AND FORTH WITH A LOUD UNKNOWN NOISE, AND THEN WENT INTO IDLE MODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-air-intake-hose-crack","label":"Air intake hose cracking with rough idle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10885167","quote_1_text":"GM PART NUMBER 95027313 OUTLET DUCT CONNECTING THE AIR BOX TO THE THROTTLE BODY HAS SHREDDED IN 30,000 MILES OF USE","quote_2_odi":"10924376","quote_2_text":"ROUGH IDLE AT STOP AND SLUGGISH PROPULSION WHILE DRIVING TO WHERE IT CAN BECOME DANGEROUS WHILE MERGING ONTO FREEWAY TRAFFIC AND BUSY CITY STREETS","quote_3_odi":"10714279","quote_3_text":"ON MY WAY TO WORK NOTICED THE CAR LACKING SOME POWER WHEN ACCELERATING TO GET ON HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11553681","quote_1_text":"Car accident November 3, 2023. A dear ran in front car while traveling 55mps. As the impact took place causing front and of the car to be smashed Air bags in the car did not deployed","quote_2_odi":"10914440","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT ONTO THE ROAD TO GET IN A TURNING LANE, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10627194","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A POLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-coolant-leak-overheat","label":"Water pump and thermostat coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11585004","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that there was fluid leaking from underneath the hood. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11165623","quote_2_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED FOUR COOLING SYSTEM (RADIATOR, WATER PUMP, ENGINE BLOCK COOLANT INTAKE, COOLANT EXPANSION TANK, ENGINE/TURBO COOLANT PIPING) RELATED PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE AMOUNTING TO OVER THREE THOUSAND DOLLARS IN REPAIR COSTS","quote_3_odi":"11062970","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE THERMOSTAT 3 TIMES AND IT HAS GONE OUT AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical malfunctions in radio and instrument panel","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11423818","quote_1_text":"At around 45,600 miles the Odometer and Trip Meter on my 2013 Sonic stopped displaying numbers and instead shows just 3 dashes","quote_2_odi":"10895093","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIO AND THE AUDIBLE TURN INDICATOR FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"10640144","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK DOING 55 MPH THE CAR JUST SUDDENLY TURNED ITSELF OFF WITH NO WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat air bag occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11174858","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR GOES OUT. IF SOMEONE IS IN THE SEAT, AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY WHEN NECESSARY","quote_2_odi":"10702533","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SONIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED TO RECOGNIZE THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED","quote_3_odi":"10689914","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS A DETECTION SYSTEM IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THIS SHOULD DETECT IF ANYONE IS IN THAT SEAT. WHEN PASSENGER IS DETECTED, THE PASSENGER AIRBAGS SHOULD BE ACTIVATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2013-shifter-key-stuck","label":"Gear shifter button and ignition key sticking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11651135","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that upon turning off the vehicle, the ignition key remained stuck in the ignition switch","quote_2_odi":"10808093","quote_2_text":"THE GEAR SHIFT BUTTON GETS STUCK IN DEPRESSED POSITION, PREVENTING REMOVAL OF THE KEY FROM IGNITION WHEN IN PARK POSITION AND ALLOWS THE SHIFTER TO SHIFT BETWEEN GEARS AND PARK POSITIONS WITH LITTLE-TO-NO INTERVENTION","quote_3_odi":"10893884","quote_3_text":"WHEN SHIFTING GEARS, THE BUTTON MECHANISM WILL NOT RELEASE ONCE THE LEVER IS IN THE DESIRED GEAR, MAKING THE SHIFT ITSELF PRONE TO SLIDING BETWEEN THE DIFFERENT GEARS AND PUTTING THE DRIVER AT RISK FOR ACCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10872005","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11073247","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A VAN DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED TO THE SCENE AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10906325","quote_3_text":"ANOTHER CAR RAN A RED LIGHT & MY SON, IN THE SONIC RAN INTO THE SIDE OF THE OTHER CAR. HIS SONIC WAS TOTALED & DESPITE THIS FACT THAT THE OTHER CAR'S SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT, HIS SONIC AIRBAGS DID NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-airbag-onoff-indicator","label":"Passenger airbag on/off indicator malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596073","quote_1_text":"\"off\" remains illuminated on my passenger airbag light whether or not someone is sitting in the passenger seat. It's actually somewhat rare to see \"on\" illuminated. There was a recall on this model for airbag issues but my vehicle specifically was not recalled","quote_2_odi":"11156580","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER \"AIRBAG OFF\" REMAINS ILLUMINATED IF YOU HAVE A 100LB OR 250LB PERSON IN THE SEAT. EVERY SO OFTEN, WHEN A 200+LB PERSON SIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE LIGHT WILL EXTINGUISH INDICATING THAT THE AIRBAG IS ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"10981145","quote_3_text":"MY PASSENGER AIR BAG DOES NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11719576","quote_1_text":"It gets hot fast when idle Radiator leaks , leaks coolant burns oil","quote_2_odi":"11267878","quote_2_text":"I'VE HAD SEVERAL ISSUES WITH THE CAR. THE MAIN ONE BEING THAT MY ENGINE HAS WARPED AND THE CAR IS JUNK NOW AS I CAN'T AFFORD THE 5400 TO REPLACE IT. THE COOLANT KEPT LEAKING AND AFTER WATER PUMP AND THERMOSTAT REPAIRS DID NOTHING IT FINALLY BROKE DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11191642","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE OVER HEATED AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR. ONE OF THE ENGINE COOLANT OUTLETS WAS MADE OF PLASTIC AND CRUMBLED INTO PIECES WHERE THE HOSE CONNECTS TO IT. THE BOLTS WERE ALSO BROKEN OFF INTO THE SIDE OF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-electrical-stall-shutdown","label":"Electrical system stall and power shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11594533","quote_1_text":"The car is completely shutting off all power while driving. The doors will start locking and unlocking and the no power at all. I have taken it to multiple mechanic and it reads no codes. It has done this to me on the Highway","quote_2_odi":"11499123","quote_2_text":"This car just dies on me randomly while driving at high or low speeds and is very dangerous, the dash lights go out sound stops working and you have to stop put it in park and turn car off and restart to get it started again","quote_3_odi":"10678597","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-gear-shifter-button-stuck","label":"Gear shifter button sticking and key-lock failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11139035","quote_1_text":"THE BUTTON ON THE SIFTER HANDLE HAS BROKEN AND GETS STUCK IN ALLOWING THE SHIFT HANDLE TO MOVE FREELY. THIS HAS CAUSED MY VEHICLE TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING. IT HAS ALSO ALLOWED MY VEHICLE TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE ON ITS OWN WHILE SITTING IN THE PARKED POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11254011","quote_2_text":"SHIFTER BUTTON HAS CRACKED AND CAUSES THE BUTTON STUCK. THIS ALLOWS THE SHIFTER TO BE MOVED WITHOUT PRESSING THE BUTTON AND ALSO PREVENTS THE KEY FROM BEING REMOVED. THE CAR COULD EASILY ROLL AWAY IF BUMPED DUE TO IMPROPER SHIFT LOCKING","quote_3_odi":"11072410","quote_3_text":"WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SHIFTER BECAME STUCK AND WAS NOT ABLE TO GO INTO PARK, WHICH CAUSED THE KEY TO BECOME STUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11734965","quote_1_text":"Power steering light came on while Driving and lost power steering assist control. Almost crashed while turning down the street","quote_2_odi":"11466713","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle then stalled. The contact pulled over at a gas station and parked the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"10980845","quote_3_text":"TWICE IN ONE MONTH THE CAR ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING. POWER STEERING WAS ALSO LOST. MILEAGE APPROX. 31,000. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AFTER PUTTING IT IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2014-seatbelt-pretensioner-cable","label":"Seat belt pretensioner cable failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11603215","quote_1_text":"The pretensioner cable that secures the end of the seatbelt to the seat frame had severed. I am told the pretensioner has a small explosive inside its barrel that I assume releases some sort of spring internally upon impact of a collision","quote_2_odi":"11113916","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT TENSIONER CABLE SNAPPED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-airbag-no-deploy","label":"Front airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11519192","quote_1_text":"Passenger side front airbags did not deploy during a front end vehicle crash. All other airbags in vehicle did deploy. Injury did occur due to this","quote_2_odi":"10761416","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER HIT A DEER GOING ABOUT 60 MPH. THE DEER HIT THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE FROM THE GRILL TO THE CORNER. AFTER THE IMPACT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DAMAGE COULD BE A TOTAL LOSS JUST WAITING ON THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER","quote_3_odi":"10894206","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE MERGING INTO THE LEFT LANE, AN ONCOMING VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11739750","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat airbag shows that it is still off even when there is someone in the Passenger seat","quote_2_odi":"11326637","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIR BAG SYSTEM TURNS OFF EVEN WITH AN ADULT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. SOMETIMES IT TURNS ON AND THEN TURNS OFF MIDWAY THROUGH A TRIP, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, WITH NO EXPLANATION. IT WORKS SOMETIMES AND OTHER TIMES DOES NOT FOR NO RHYME OR REASON. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11291833","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE (OCCUPANT SENSOR) AIR BAG SWITCH IS INCONSISTENT. IT WILL NOT ALWAYS TURN ON WHEN A PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT. SOMETIMES IT DOES SOMETIMES IS DOES NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-airbag-sdm-fault","label":"Airbag warning light from SDM module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11528703","quote_1_text":"Air bag light on. There are 4 codes in the SDM, due to an internal fault in the sensing diagnostic module. The dealership states that it has to be replaced and will cost close to $1100 to have repaired and to clear all of the codes","quote_2_odi":"10904469","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SONIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A PREMATURE FAILURE WITH THE SDM MODULE","quote_3_odi":"10702727","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SONIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS CONTINUOUSLY ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING AND THEY STATED THAT THE AIR BAG SYSTEM WAS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11465060","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shows P0420 code (Bad Catalytic Converter) at relatively low miles 92,000 miles on a 2015 model with a 1.8L engine","quote_2_odi":"11454520","quote_2_text":"Catalytic converter failed at 110,000 miles. Same exact catalytic converter recalled for 2013 and 2014 sonic models, for some reason not covered by the recall for 2015 models","quote_3_odi":"11490021","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the odor of exhaust fumes was present inside the cabin of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-coolant-leak-overheat","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11090198","quote_1_text":"CAR IS LESS THAN 3 YEARS OLD AND THE RADIATOR IS RUSTED/CORRODED. THIS KIND OF CORROSION SHOULD NOT HAPPEN ON A CAR LESS THAN 3 YEARS OLD. I KEPT SMELLING SOMETHING BURNING WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, SO I STARTED MONITORING THE COOLANT LEVELS","quote_2_odi":"11442568","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet sonic. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, there was white smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11221906","quote_3_text":"ANTIFREEZE OVERFLOW HAS A LEAK AND IS BUBBLING OVER THE ENGINE LIGHT ON EVEN AFTER TAKING IT TO CHEVY DEALER. CAR STUTTERED AND HAD BAD SMELL AIR DOES NOT GET COOL WE HAD TO PULL OVER AND THE SECOND TIME THIS HAPPENED THE CAR WOULD NOT START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-electrical-stall-lock","label":"Door locks cycle and engine stalls while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11483637","quote_1_text":"Once again, my doors unlocked then relocked, my dashboard lights went out and the engine stalled. I was on the KU campus when this happened 3 times within 6 blocks. This is getting very scary, especially when i am in a busy area of town","quote_2_odi":"11482611","quote_2_text":"3 times yesterday - September 1, 2022, my car locks unlocked then locked again and the engine stalled. Dash lights did not go off, but the car died 3 times in a matter of 10 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11482351","quote_3_text":"While driving, the locks on the car will unlock then relock quickly, the dash will go black and the motor will rev like I am trying to go in the Park position. This has happened several time in town where I live","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-shifter-button-stuck","label":"Gear shift push-button sticking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11265276","quote_1_text":"STATIONARY. 2015 CHEVY SONIC. THE GEAR SHIFT BUTTON/KNOB WAS STICKING AND FINALLY BROKE. I'VE HAD TO FIDDLE WITH IT (FOR THE LAST SEVEN MONTHS OR SO) TO GET THE CAR IN AND OUT OF GEAR USING A SCREWDRIVER","quote_2_odi":"11183092","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE SHIFT INTERLOCK BUTTON SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK, TURN THE KEY IN THE IGNITION, OR RELEASE THE BRAKE PEDAL WITHOUT THE VEHICLE ROLLING FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10950194","quote_3_text":"WHEN SHIFTER FROM ANY GEAR INTO PARK THE BUTTON ON THE SHIFTER STICKS IN THE DEPRESSED POSITION MAKING IT EASY TO BUMP THE SHIFTER BACK INTO GEAR AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2015-tcm-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission control module and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11616544","quote_1_text":"Code U0101 is set. Unable to communicate with TCM. Troubleshooted and found TCM is bad. Removed necessary components for tcm replacement. Removed the tcm/valve body assembly and replaced","quote_2_odi":"11266781","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION IS SURGING IN GEAR, IN MOTION AND STATIONARY, AT ANY SPEED. SENSATION IS STRONG ENOUGH TO NOTICE EVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. FEELS LIKE RESISTANCE BUILDING AND THEN RELEASING RAPIDLY. SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE IN COLDER WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"11525910","quote_3_text":"We have a 2015 Chevrolet Sonic Lt that we bought from car country in Aurora Indiana the transmission has gone the dealer told that the had been serviced but it never was so now we can't drive the car and its just sitting in the our driveway we reported it to car country about","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-air-bag-warning-non-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11364059","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR APPROX 2 MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11081075","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR FOR THE AIR BAGS INTERMITTENLY TURNS THE AIR BAG ON FOR AN ADULT SITTING IN THE SEAT. MY WIFE WEIGHS 93 # AND SHOULD ACTIVATE THAT SENSOR BUT DOES NOT DO SO CONSISTENTLY. DEALER CLAIMS IT IS SET FOR 95 # BUT EVEN WHEN MY WIFE HOLDS AN 8# WEIGHT IN HER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-electrical-infotainment-malfunctions","label":"Infotainment and electrical system malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11384973","quote_1_text":"TURN SIGNAL INDICATORS DO NOT MAKE SOUND WHEN ACTIVE","quote_2_odi":"11713403","quote_2_text":"Radio malfunctions. Channels automatically change and touch screen doesn't work all the time. I believe 2015 Sonic has a recall for this issue , but not 2016. It appears to be the same issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalls without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11339486","quote_1_text":"CAR SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY DURING STOP LIGHTS. I'VE RESEARCHED IT AND HAVE FOUND IT'S A KNOWN ISSUE WITH MY MODEL. WHEN IDLING IT WILL RANDOMLY SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND WON'T TURN BACK ON FOR A FEW SECONDS TO MINUTES. IT WILL DO IT AT STOP SIGNS STOP LIGHTS. EVEN IN IM JUST PARKED","quote_2_odi":"11270010","quote_2_text":"CAR SHUTS OFF AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, WHEN IT IS BEING DRIVEN. ALWAYS WHEN WE HAVE HAD RAIN. WE HAVE TAKEN CAR TO DEALER AND THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM. ONCE WE PUT HEAT IN THE GAS TANK IT STARTS TO DRIVE UNTIL ANOTHER RAIN HITS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-overheating-head-gasket","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11718737","quote_1_text":"This car overheated and a head gasket blew. I am on a Facebook forum, and it seems like all of these cars have these problems. The Chevy Sonic ltz turbo 1.4 2016 is known for coolant issues and head gasket failures. My car only had 104,000 miles on it. It should last a lot","quote_2_odi":"11140045","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE OVERHEATED, STALLED, AND COMPLETELY SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-steering-suspension","label":"Steering wander and suspension noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11014248","quote_1_text":"WHEN BACKING UP AND GOING FORWARD UP TO 25 MPH THE FRONT SUSPENSION WAS VERY NOISY. FRONT SWAY LINKS REPLACED BY DEALER UNDER WARRANTY","quote_2_odi":"10883709","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW WITH LESS THAN 50 MILES ON IT. THE VEHICLE SWAYS AND DRIFTS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. IT MOVES LEFT AND RIGHT IN THE LANE. I DON'T FEEL SAFE IN THE VEHICLE. I DON'T FEEL I AM IN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I NOTICE THIS AT SPEEDS OF ABOUT 45 MPH AND ABOVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2016-unintended-acceleration-brake-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11051689","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SONIC. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE DROVE OVER A CONCRETE MEDIAN AND THROUGH BUSHES BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A THUMB INJURY","quote_2_odi":"11443384","quote_2_text":"My vehicle malfunctioned Driving on my way to work entering a large parking area connected stores. I saw a available parking spot in between 2 cars I drove in the spot lined up car and put my car in park completely stopped.I looked to my right then to my left to be sure I wasn't","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11472334","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at approximately 30 mph, the driver crashed into a parked vehicle. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle was severely damaged but the air bags did not deploy. The driver","quote_2_odi":"11320007","quote_2_text":"I WAS HIT HEAD ON AND THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IT COULD HAVE BEEN WAY WORSE THAN IT WAS BUT IT SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED AND MY ENGINE IS JUNK. HAVING ISSUES WITH IT AND ITS LESS THAN 70000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11111313","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS MY DAUGHTER HAD AN ACCIDENT A FEW DAYS AGO INVOLVING A REAR END COLLISION WITH A FOUR WHEEL DRIVE PICKUP. SHE DIDN'T NOTICE THE CARS IN FRONT HAD STOPPED SUDDENLY AND HIT THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF HER. THE PROBLEM WITH THIS IS THAT HER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2017-brake-intermittent-failure","label":"Brakes intermittently fail to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11119428","quote_1_text":"MASTER CYLINDER AND POWER BREAK BOOSTER NEED TO BE REPLACED AT 42800 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11057324","quote_2_text":"MY 2017 CHEVY SONIC HAS A BRAKE PROBLEM . BRAKES SOMETIMES FAIL TO STOP WHEN APPLIED. THIS HAPPENS WHEN MOVING AND COMING TO STOP AT RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THE CAR IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAIDED THEY ARE WAITING TO HEAR FROM GM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2017-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak causes engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11529262","quote_1_text":"The heating and cooling system has failed numerous times. The water outlet has been defective causing the engine to overheat along with the thermostat housing. The water outlet failed within a month of buying the car. It wasn't even 3 years old and only had 60 000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11457901","quote_2_text":"The thermostat has gone out in this vehicle 4 times in the past 14 months. Luckily for me I had the vehicle repaired at a shop that offers a warranty on the thermostat. But I still have to pay out of pocket every single time for a rental car in order for this vehicle to get","quote_3_odi":"11343977","quote_3_text":"MY COOLANT HAS CONTINUOUSLY LEAKED SINCE I GOT THE CAR. IT MAY BE A HOSE ISSUE, BUT MY \"ENGINE OVERHEATING- IDLE ENGINE\" WARNING LIGHT CONTINUES TO COME ON, AND MY COOLANT RESERVOIR KEEPS EMPTYING QUICKLY. I HAVE READ MANY SIMILAR INSTANCES WITH THIS PARTICULAR YEAR OF THE CHEVY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11716327","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Sonic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the engine made an abnormally rough sound, the transmission failed to","quote_2_odi":"11383134","quote_2_text":"MY ENGINE LIGHT IS ON , SO I HAD IT RAN FOR A TEST WHICH P2076 HAS CAME UP AS 1 OF THE CODES. PRIOR TO FINDING THIS OUT MY CAR HAS CUT OFF ON ME 3 TIMES JUST BEING STROPPED AT A RED LIGHT. LAST TIME WAS ON THANKSGIVING 2020, I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY","quote_3_odi":"11241239","quote_3_text":"CAME TO A STOP AT A CONTROLLED SIGNAL LIGHT AND MY CAR DIED AND REFUSED TO START. I HAD TO GET HELP TO PUSH MY CAR OUT OF THE TRAFFIC. AFTER SEVERAL TRIES AND 30 MINUTES LATER THE CAR STARTED. AT LEAST 40 OTHER PEOPLE HAVE REPORTED THIS SAME ISSUE TO CAR COMPLAINTS.COM AND LEMON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Sonic","model_slug":"sonic","cluster_id":"sonic-2017-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering locks up with engine shutoff","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11560907","quote_1_text":"steering wheel will lock up when you turn on car, we took it to Paradise Chevrolet, and they found power steering module has update available however need 12 Volt battery to be a higher CCA to reprogram p/s volt battery testing at 356 CCA recommend replacing battery and","quote_2_odi":"11580683","quote_2_text":"Steering Colom locks up, 4 different times. Engine shuts off. NO power to turn vehicle. Vehicle at Paradise Chevrolet since 3\\18\\24. Only Steering Colom, - service power steering ASAP","quote_3_odi":"11282854","quote_3_text":"IN MAY OF 2019 WHILE TRYING TO START PUSH BUTTON CAR WOULD NOT START LIGHTS CAME ON IN CAR SAYING SERVICE POWER STEERING AND SERVICE STABILITRAK I GOT IT TO DEALER IT WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY AT THAT TIME THEY HAD ME REPLACE A BATTERY FOR OVER $200 WHICH THEY SAY WAS CAUSE ONLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/sonic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-ac-failure-at-idle","label":"Air conditioning failure at idle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10533849","quote_1_text":"IN JUNE OF 2013, MY A/C STOPPED WORKING ON MY 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CAR WAS TAKEN IN FOR WARRANTY SERVICE THREE TIMES. THE EXPANSION VALVE AND COMPRESSOR WERE REPLACED AND THE A/C WAS PARTLY RESTORED. THE A/C WILL NOT WORK WHILE THE CAR IS AT IDLE","quote_2_odi":"10542492","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE A 2013 SPARK. THE A/C DOES NOT WORK WHILE THE CAR IS AT IDLE OR AT LOWER SPEEDS. WHEN DRIVING THE CAR THE A/C WILL BEGIN TO COOL ONCE YOU HIT ABOUT 40 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10524365","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING FAILED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE RPM'S HAD TO STAY ABOVE 2200 IN ORDER FOR THE AIR CONDITIONING UNIT TO WORK PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and failure to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10854997","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE DROVE THROUGH A TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WITH THE MASSIVE IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"10920492","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A WARNING ERROR MESSAGE (CODE 95) DISPLAYED ACROSS THE MESSAGE BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL MODULE FOR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10524093","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT LIT, CODE 95 (AIRBAG MALFUNCTION) LIGHT LIT AND SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT LIT ON VEHICLE. HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE BACK TO DEALERSHIP 5 TIMES IN THE PAST 40 DAYS AND PROBLEM IS STILL APPARENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure and delayed recall repair","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10679824","quote_1_text":"WENT TO CHEVY DEALER FOR 2 RECALLS IN AUGUST 2013. RECALL 14110 RESOLVED, BUT RECALL 14456 (HOOD LATCH) WAS NOT. PARTS NEEDED TO BE ORDERED","quote_2_odi":"10668298","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 63 MPH, THE HOOD LATCH FRACTURED AND SHATTERED THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED","quote_3_odi":"11501867","quote_3_text":"I have not experienced an incident YET but the recall of the hood latch was first brought to my attention in August 2022 and it is now January 2023 with NO remedy being proposed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-oil-consumption-engine","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10654114","quote_1_text":"OUR DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HOME ON THE INTERSTATE FOR A VISIT FROM COLLEGE. WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AND THE CAR BEGAN TO SHAKE SO SHE PULLED OVER JUST AS THE CAR'S ENGINE TURNED ITSELF OFF","quote_2_odi":"10620860","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THE VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER AND LACK OF ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10615649","quote_3_text":"HAD TO ADD ALMOST 3 QUARTS OF OIL... 2,000 PRIOR TO SCHEDULED SERVICE. 2,00 MILES BEFORE WARRANTY EXPIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-stalling-power-loss","label":"Stalling and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11624686","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle was not able to accelerate above 30 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11395121","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE GETS CODE P0700 TRANNY GOES TO LIMP MODE WONT MOVE OR SHIFT UNTIL CAR IS RESTARTED DOES THIS A FEW TIMES A WEEK","quote_3_odi":"10884007","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE BEYOND 30 MPH IN A 50 MPH ZONE.... I HAD TO TURN MY HAZARDS ON AND WAS SCARED TO DRIVE IT ANY FURTHER. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGNS OR INDICATIONS OF ANY ISSUES PRIOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-steering-control-no-light","label":"Steering wheel control illumination failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10501213","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT ILLUMINATE THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS. WITH ABSOLUTELY NO AMBIENT LIGHTING, THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR IS EXTREMELY DARK, AND VISIBILITY OF THE CONTROLS IS NON EXISTENT","quote_2_odi":"10505242","quote_2_text":"LACK OF BUTTON ILLUMINATION LIGHTS FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL, HANDS-FREE PHONE CONTROL AND AUDIO CONTROL ON THE STEERING WHEEL FOR NIGHT DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11061336","quote_3_text":"THERE IS NO ILLUMINATION OF THE CRUISE AND COMMUNICATION CONTROLS ON THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS IS PARTICULARLY DANGEROUS DRIVING AT NIGHT AS THERE IS NO WAY TO SEE THE CONTROLS AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2013-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10621388","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN THE CAR WITH MY SON PULLING INTO MY YARD WHICH IS AT AN INCLINE AND THE CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. WHEN I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES THEY FAILED AND THE CAR CRASHED INTO MY BRICK HOUSE. THE CAR HAS BEEN TOTALED OUT AND THE HOUSE HAS STRUCTURAL DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"10511114","quote_2_text":"I EXPERIENCED TWO INSTANCES OF SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN MID APRIL 2013","quote_3_odi":"10567572","quote_3_text":"TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACTS STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS CAUSE BY THE FLOOR MAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10903612","quote_1_text":"A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF ME ON I29 - I WAS GOING ABOUT 65MPH STRAIGHT ON THE INTERSTATE AND NOT ONE OF MY AIR BAGS WORKED- NOTHING DEPLOYED. AFTER THE ACCIDENT A CODE 95 WAS DISPLAYED ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"10873396","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE DRIVER FELL ASLEEP DUE TO FATIGUE AND CRASHED INTO A MAILBOX AND DITCH. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY; HOWEVER, THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11287470","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FLASHED ON AND OFF AND \"NINETY FIVE CODE\" APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2014-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Loss of brake pedal stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11281897","quote_1_text":"I DROVE FROM SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA, TO SAN FRANCISCO, CA (8 MILES). THE CAR WAS OPERATING NORMALLY. AS I APPROACHED THE 6TH ST. EXIT, I APPLIED THE BRAKES TO MY CAR. THERE WAS NO RESPONSE; THE BRAKES FELT 'LOCKED' UNDER MY FOOT","quote_2_odi":"11195540","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, REGEN STOPPED WORKING AND BRAKING STOPPED FUNCTIONING TO A POINT OF ALMOST CRASHING. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE REGEN ISSUES, THE SERVICE STABILITRACK WARNING DISPLAYED ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"11042067","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE BRAKES LOCKED UP BY THEMSELVES AND THE CAR HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP WAITING FOR A MASTER CYLINDER FOR 4 MONTHS. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2014-electrical-shutoff","label":"Electrical accessory shutoff and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11003463","quote_1_text":"SINCE THE DAY I HAVE BOUGHT THIS CAR 2 1/2 YEARS AGO IT WILL DIE, EVEN WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH. RECENTLY IT HASN'T BEEN STARTING EVERY TIME. CHEVY SAYS THE BATTERY IS BAD","quote_2_odi":"10968872","quote_2_text":"THE ALTERNATOR FOR MY CHEVROLET, SPARK 1LT 2014 DOES NOT WORK ALL THE TIME CAUSING ME TO BE STRANDED WHEN I TRY TO RESTART MY CAR. AUTO ZONE CHECKED MY BATTERY FOR FREE AND TOLD ME THAT THE BATTERY WAS GOOD","quote_3_odi":"11289142","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2014 CHEVY SPARK WITH 49,000 MILES. WITHIN A WEEK OF USING THE VEHICLE THE RADIO, CHIMES AND WARNINGS STOPPED WORKING. I WAS DRIVING AND TOUCHED THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2014-hood-latch-corrosion","label":"Secondary hood latch corrosion and unresolved recall","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11748587","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood independently unlatched and crashed against the front windshield, causing damage to the windshield and bending the hood out of shape","quote_2_odi":"11515385","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer has not issued a remedy for the recall yet. The secondary hood latch striker is getting more and more corroded (especially in Michigans wet climate) causing more vigorous jiggling","quote_3_odi":"10641626","quote_3_text":"HOOD FLEW OPEN INTO WINDSHIELD WHILE ACCELERATING, CAUSED ME TO CRASH VEHICLE INTO TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11736246","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a a 2014 Chevrolet Spark. The contact stated that while on several occasions at various speeds, the transmission warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost power","quote_2_odi":"11084956","quote_2_text":"107,000 HWY/CITY MILES. CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE 2014 CHEVROLET SPARK'S CVT CONTROL MODULE AND TRANSMISSION. DEALERSHIP INSPECTION REVEALED; PERMANENTLY FROZEN ACTUATORS AND CONTROL VALVES WHICH CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO STALL, WITH ENGINE RUNNING, ON MILD INCLINES, ON RAMPS, OFF","quote_3_odi":"11015917","quote_3_text":"I HAVE REGISTERED COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS VEHICLE BEFORE. THE TRANSMISSION IN THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY; IT IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE PROPERLY FROM A LOW SPEED OR STOPPED POSITION. I HAVE HAD THE TRANSMISSION REPLACED 3 TIMES, BUT THE ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Service airbag warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11233670","quote_1_text":"'SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT' COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY. WARNING FLASHES UP ON MY DISPLAY, THEN WILL GO AWAY, THEN SOMETIMES RETURN. VEHICLE CAN BE STATIONARY, OR IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11194322","quote_2_text":"ON STATIONARY CAR START, SIMULTANEOUSLY RECEIVED A SERVICE AIRBAG WARNING AND SERVICE STABILITRAK WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10978597","quote_3_text":"ERROR CODE 95 RECEIVED FOR SERVICING AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-brake-assist-failure","label":"Brake power-assist failure with loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10945275","quote_1_text":"THERE WAS A \"SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST\" WARNING THAT FLASHED AND IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARDS THERE WAS A BRAKE FAILURE WHILE IN MOTION. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR AND WE WERE UNABLE TO STOP ON A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"11076657","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING NORMALLY, THE \"SERVICE STABILITRAC\" WARNING APPEARS FOLLOWED IMMEDIATELY BY A \"SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST\" WARNING. THEN THE BRAKE PEDAL REQUIRES EXTREME EFFORT TO SLOW OR STOP THE CAR. THE REGENERATIVE BRAKING IS ALSO DISABLED. AFTER STOPPING THE CAR, THE CAR CAN BE","quote_3_odi":"11484871","quote_3_text":"Brake system fails while driving. Brakes go soft on car while in use and unable to brake properly. Warning lights and abs brake light comes on the dashboard. This has occurred 4 different times. Each occurrence was followed with several months long repair visits to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11700935","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2015 Chevrolet Spark, odometer 79,000 miles Component that failed: Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) – pulley damage causing complete loss of propulsion.What happened: While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost all motive power with no ability to accelerate. The","quote_2_odi":"11695334","quote_2_text":"Vehicle began slipping out of gear between 1st & 2nd, then started losing power at 74,760 miles. Extended service coverage has been issued for model for CVT transmission pulley system, however only covers 10 years or 100,000 miles, whichever comes first. Mine apparently timed","quote_3_odi":"11240807","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TWICE SINCE PURCHASE. BOTH TIMES WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. THE ORIGINAL TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED AT 65K MILES AND NOW IT NEEDS A 3RD TRANSMISSION AFTER ONLY 50K MILES ON THE 2ND TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS 115K MILES CURRENTLY. THIS VEHICLE IS ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-hood-latch-recall-delay","label":"Hood latch recall repair part unavailability","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11503138","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches/Locks/Linkage) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount","quote_2_odi":"11497227","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer","quote_3_odi":"11495181","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2015 Chevrolet Spark. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V640000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts for the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-infotainment-malfunction","label":"Infotainment touchscreen and radio malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11341243","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE RADIO REMAINED ACTIVATED WHICH CAUSED THE BATTERY TO BECOME DRAINED. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO","quote_2_odi":"11377971","quote_2_text":"MY RADIO WHICH CONTROLS EVERYTHING REGARDING CHARGING AND BLUETOOTH, IT HAS A TOUCH SCREEN WHICH HAS NOW BECOME COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE. THE ONLY TIME IT WILL EVER LET YOU TOUCH LIKE NORMAL IS IF THE CAR SITS UNDER THE HOT SUMMER SUN. AND EVEN THEN THE SCREEN STARTS TOUCHING","quote_3_odi":"11565856","quote_3_text":"There are many electrical failures in this vehicle from the door alarm not sounding when the car has been turned off to the radio staying on and burning down the battery and the radio making changes to the stations volume, volume freezes and lowers or is totally unresponsive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"chevrolet-spark-2015-seat-belt-separation","label":"Seat belt webbing separation from buckle","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11581910","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], the back seat bottom belt came apart from the base strap while my 9-year-old child was in the back seat and the car was in motion. We were able to pull over to the side of the road for her to switch to the other back seat. On [XXX], the second back seat belt bottom","quote_2_odi":"11607507","quote_2_text":"Hello, I submitted a complaint to a local GM dealership requesting an investigation be placed into the seat belt bucks failing. I am being informed that the car is out of warranty, which is understandable. However, this is a huge safety concern as the seatbelts were not sewn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2016-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment and warning system issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11550953","quote_1_text":"During the crash, the driver-side curtain air bags did not immediately deploy","quote_2_odi":"10908345","quote_2_text":"GOTTEN INTO A MINOR ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT TENSIONER DID NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"10910935","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED, AND MY LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALERSHIP HAS SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR 2 WEEKS FROM NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2016-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure and loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11034167","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING A 2016 CHEVROLET SPARK EV ON A CITY ROADWAY WHEN I HAD A COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE AND ALMOST WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"10885413","quote_2_text":"ON THE WAY BACK TO MY SAN FRANCISCO HOME FROM THE NOVATO CHEVROLET DEALER WHERE I HAD JUST PURCHASED A NEW BLACK 2016 CHEVROLET SPARK EV MY BRAKES STOPPED FUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11452434","quote_3_text":"I have had my 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV in for repairs to three Chevy dealers for issues regarding random brake stuttering and complete brake failure resulting in running stop lights and stop signs going 30> MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2016-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system and lighting malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10936779","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ENTERTAINMENT SCREEN AND INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11383516","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED OPERATING WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN","quote_3_odi":"11078277","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SMOKE ODOR IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2016-propulsion-shutdown","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion and unexpected shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11704345","quote_1_text":"While driving in early 2025, my 2016 Chevrolet Spark EV suddenly lost all ability to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11660265","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was charged and had a remaining driving range of 51 miles when the vehicle suddenly shut down on a major city road without any prior warning or symptoms of a problem","quote_3_odi":"11258676","quote_3_text":"I DID MY RECALL FOR TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE BY CHEVEROLET DEALERSHIP AND ALL OF SUDDEN MY CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IN BUSY TRAFFIC ON A BUSY ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2016-transmission-clutch","label":"Transmission slipping and clutch wear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11474938","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the transmission was slipping, and the cruise control was not operating correctly","quote_2_odi":"11022737","quote_2_text":"CLUTCH WORE OUT ON 2016 CHEVROLET SPARK LS IN LESS THAN 11,000 MILES (JUST OVER 1 YEAR OLD)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2017-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure and recall part defects","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10956035","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11097314","quote_2_text":"SWIRVED TO SHOULDER OF THE ROAD CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND CURTIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED IN STANDING POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11023644","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A RECALL INCLUDING MY SPARK TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. I TOOK MY SPARK TO THE DEALER (BY APPOINTMENT) ON 1 SEPTEMBER TO HAVE THE RECALL AIRBAG CHANGEOVER MADE. IT COULD NOT BE DONE BECAUSE A COUPLER IN THE NEW INSTALLATION WAS FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2017-brake-failure","label":"Sudden loss of brake function","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11338463","quote_1_text":"MY FIANCE AND I WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF NO WHERE (NO WARNING LIGHTS, NOTHING)... THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP. THE PEDAL WAS HARD TO PUSH DOWN, IT WOULDN'T GO DOWN AT ALL. NO WAY TO STOP. WE WERE ON FREEWAY DOING ABOUT 65/70 MPH IN CHICAGO!!","quote_2_odi":"11010588","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET SPARK. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKES SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO A PARKED BULLDOZER","quote_3_odi":"11291355","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SPARK. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKES SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2017-engine-electrical-shutdown","label":"Engine and electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11364356","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS (50 -55 MPH) AND HITTING A BUMP THAT JOLTS THE CAR (NOT NECESSARILLY A HUGE BUMP), THE ENTIRE ENGINE AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CUTS OFF AND SHUTS DOWN. THIS HAPPENS ONLY ON THE HIGHWAY AND HAS NOT HAPPENED ON STREET DRIVING YET","quote_2_odi":"11140442","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS IDLING UP BEHIND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME AT A 4-WAY STOP, AND BRAKING GENTLY, MY ENGINE PUTTERED OUT AND TURNED OFF. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR AFTER PUTTING IT IN PARK AND TURNING THE IGNITION OFF THEN BACK ON","quote_3_odi":"11473537","quote_3_text":"There are instances when you stop the car, and it appears the vehicle has no electrical charge (it is a gas vehicle). Happened once while parked (2020)- service request August 2020, and another while waiting for a green light (2021)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2017-transmission-jerk","label":"Transmission jerking during acceleration and shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11608093","quote_1_text":"Lots of indecision with the car about whether to upshift or downshift. Sometimes violent jerking back and forth. Normally. Especially bad between 4th and 5th and 5th and 6th in the upper gears","quote_2_odi":"11187376","quote_2_text":"WE PURCHASED A 2017 CHEVY SPARK WITH 40,000 MILES ON IT AND WITHIN THE FIRST TWO WEEKS THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE FOR ABOUT 2 SECONDS AND THEN WILL LEAP FORWARD. WHEN YOU COME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE ENGINE WILL REV UP AND NOT GO FORWARD FOR ABOUT 2-3 SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"11676086","quote_3_text":"When the car reaches a certain speed (50 mph plus) it jerks and jolts. The engine light is on and a P-code is present. Each mechanic says something different","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Spark","model_slug":"spark","cluster_id":"spark-2017-wiper-drl-failure","label":"Windshield wiper and daytime running light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11021144","quote_1_text":"MY FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS DON'T WORK WHEN THE WINDSHIELD GETS WET. AFTER THE SUN DRIES THE CAR, THE WIPERS WORK FINE. I HAD TO KEEP STOPPING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WIPING OFF THE WINDSHIELD SO I COULD SEE WHERE I WAS GOING","quote_2_odi":"11019065","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET SPARK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO ENGAGE TO CLEAR THE WINDSHIELD AS NEEDED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHT ALSO FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/spark","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"chevrolet-ss-2014-blind-spot-monitor-fault","label":"Blind spot monitoring system malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11720839","quote_1_text":"Driver side mirror blind spot monitoring system suddenly “steady burns”. Will not light up when another vehicle is in vehicles blind spot","quote_2_odi":"11678464","quote_2_text":"The following safety recall was for the same model years and equipment as my 2014 Chevrolet SS for failed detection systems due to water intrusion","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"chevrolet-ss-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10925243","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET SS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND CAUSED A CRASH. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK THE BUMPER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","quote_2_odi":"10905599","quote_2_text":"IT STARTED A MONTH AGO ON MY WAY TO AN INTERVIEW I WAS ON THE I 35 HERE IN DALLAS AND THE I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY GOING MPH 60 AND I GET A MESSAGE IN THE DIC TO SERVICE THE POWER STEERING AND I LOST COMPLETE CONTROL OF THE POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10979401","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR HAS AN INTERMITTENT, ALBEIT DANGEROUS ISSUE. THE POWER STEERING LOSES ASSIST, WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYS ON THE DASHBOARD AND THE CAR IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL, IF IT HAPPENED DURING FOR EXAMPLE A HIGHWAY OFFRAMP, I WOULD HAVE CRASHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"chevrolet-ss-2014-seat-belt-anchor-detach","label":"Seat belt cable and anchor detachment","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11429323","quote_1_text":"My seatbelt cable broke on 8/9/2021. I put the belt on and as I was adjusting the belts, the belt/cable that is attached to the floor by driver side door broke","quote_2_odi":"11428446","quote_2_text":"I was in the driver seat. I put my seatbelt on and adjusted the belts and pulled the whole seatbelt out!. I had to drive home without a seatbelt. Pretty scary","quote_3_odi":"11340893","quote_3_text":"I WAS ABSOLUTELY HORRIFIED TODAY WHEN I GOT INTO MY 2014 CHEVROLET SS AND THE SEATBELT DETACHED FROM ITS ANCHOR POINT IN MY HAND WITHOUT ANY WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"ss-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11012035","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND WAIT A MINUTE AND RESTART CAR AND THE POWER STEERING WORKS AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10968905","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING. MADE THE CAR VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"ss-2016-rear-camera-radio-failure","label":"Rear-view camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11268833","quote_1_text":"REAR VIEW CAMERA STOPPED WORKING. IN ORDER TO FIX THIS PROBLEM THE COMPLETE RADIO HAD TO BE REPLACED AS THE CAMERA PICTURE VIEW IS DISPLAYED ON THE RADIO SCREEN.THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN HAPPENING ON MANY GM VEHICLES SINCE 2014","quote_2_odi":"11268470","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET SS. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE, THE RADIO SCREEN TURNED BLACK AND THERE WAS NO PICTURE DISPLAY FOR THE REAR CAMERA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"ss-2016-seat-belt-recall-defective-repair","label":"Seat belt tensioner recall repair defective","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10897559","quote_1_text":"DEALER SOLD ME CAR KNOWING ABOUT THE RECALL BUT WOULD NOT DELIVER. CHEVROLET IS NOT PROVIDING ANY STATUS UPDATES SINCE 7/7","quote_2_odi":"10990669","quote_2_text":"FILED SECOND TIME. RECALL REPAIR IS DEFECTIVE! RECALL REPAIR HAS LEFT SEAT BELT TENSIONER CABLE EXPOSED AND FLOPPING! METAL BITS AND PIECES ARE NOW ON CARPET AND AREA AROUND SEAT BELT FOUNDATION AND LOWER REPLACED COVER AREA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"SS","model_slug":"ss","cluster_id":"ss-2016-side-detection-sensor-errors","label":"Blind-spot and side detection sensor errors","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11353118","quote_1_text":"THE BLIND SPOT SENSOR STARTED NOT TO WORK SPORADICALLY STARTED NOT TO WORK AT 36,500 MILES. NOW THEY DON'T WORK AT ALL AND AT LEAST I AM NOTIFIED OF THIS TWO TO THREE TIMES EVERY USE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11468772","quote_2_text":"\"service side detection system\" and \"park assist unavailable\", are errors due to water intrusion to proximity sensors. In addition sensor modules are physically bulging and there was some corrosion on my passenger side harness connector","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/ss","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-airbag-sensor-failure","label":"Airbag sensor failure causing inoperable airbags","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2008-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11503051","quote_1_text":"Air bag sensors went out making air bag inoperable","quote_2_odi":"10604916","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG SENSOR HAS FAILED CAUSING THE AIRBAGS TO BE RENDERED INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"10552083","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS REPLACED HOWEVER, THE FAILURE LATER RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rusted and corroded brake lines causing brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11001518","quote_1_text":"I HAD A RUSTED BRAKE LINE (DRIVER SIDE FRONT) FAIL JUNE 25TH, 2017. THIS TRUCK IS 12 YEARS OLD AND HAS LESS THAN 90,000 MILES. IMMEDIATELY ALL BRAKING WAS LOST AND THE PEDAL PUSHED TO THE FLOOR. REPEATED PRESSING THE BRAKE ONLY PUMPED OUT ALL THE BRAKE FLUID","quote_2_odi":"10643653","quote_2_text":"FRONT BRAKE LINE FAILURE/BRAKE LINE RUPTURE. 6 MONTHS AGO IT WAS THE REAR BRAKE LINE FAILURE/RUPTURE. BRAKE FLUID CAUSED SMOKE AND SMALL FIRE ON THE EXHAUST HEADERS","quote_3_odi":"10650392","quote_3_text":"MY 2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN HAS RUSTED BRAKES LINES THAT WILL COST ME $2,000 TO REPAIR. INTERESTINGLY I SEE MANY NATIONAL ARTICLES ABOUT THE PROBLEM AND A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line leaks from corrosion or line rubbing","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2008-03 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10466822","quote_1_text":"SMELLED GAS IN GARAGE AND MOVED VEHICLE OUTSIDE GARAGE TO INVESTIGATE. FOUND PUDDLE OF GAS ON GARAGE FLOOR WHERE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED. CRAWLED UNDER VEHICLE AND FOUND TWO BRAIDED FUEL LINES CROSSING EACH OTHER AND RESTING ON ONE ANOTHER","quote_2_odi":"10401501","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING SHE SMELLED FUEL. WHEN SHE REACHED HER DESTINATION, SHE NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS SPILLING OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE ONTO THE GROUND","quote_3_odi":"10558181","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A GASOLINE LEAK IN MY DRIVEWAY COMING FROM UNDER FROM UNDER THE 2005 SUBURBAN. THE LEAK WAS ALMOST IN THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE. I DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO GET THE GASOLINE LEAK REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-heated-seat-malfunction","label":"Heated seat switch malfunction with random cycling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10597216","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT HEATER RANDOMLY TURNS ITSELF ON. WHEN YOU TURN IT OFF IT COMES BACK ON AGAIN AND RANDOMLY CYCLES THROUGH THE VARIOUS SETTINGS","quote_2_odi":"11422855","quote_2_text":"Heated seats randomly turn on and off and goes thorugh the diffeent levels of heat and then off and then back on repeat for hours while driving and is very distracting as have to turn off every 10 sec and have almost crashed multiple times taking me eyes off the road","quote_3_odi":"10849566","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE DRIVER SIDE HEATED SEATS INGAUGE BY THEMSELVES AND COME ON EVERY TIME WE USE THE VEHICLE. WE HAVE TRIED TURNING THEM BACK OFF, BUT THEY COME RIGHT BACK ON AND WILL CYCLE UP AND DOWN A FEW TIMES THEN STAY IN THE HIGH POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Speedometer and instrument cluster failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2007-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10230782","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2005 CHEVY SUBURBAN. AT A LITTLE OVER 49,000 MILES MY SPEEDOMETER NEEDLE BEGAN TO REPORT INACCURATE READINGS WHILE THE TRUCK WAS IN MOTION. AFTER A COUPLE OF DAYS THE NEEDLE FELL ALL THE WAY TO THE RIGHT OF THE PANEL AND WOULDN'T MOVE","quote_2_odi":"10370679","quote_2_text":"SPEEDOMETER ON OUR 2005 SURBURBAN HAS BEEN MALFUNCTIONING LIKE ALL OTHERS REPORTED ON THIS SITE - OURS FOR WELL OVER TWO YEARS: SOMETIMES READS ZERO WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, OTHER TIMES IS TACKED AT OVER 120 MPH. WE CAN BE AT A STOP AND IT READS 90","quote_3_odi":"10893888","quote_3_text":"2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN 1500 4X4 FLEX FUEL, 5.3L. THIS VEHICLE'S INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DOES NOT WORK. TACHOMETER PEGS AND STICKS. THE SPEEDOMETER IS STUCK AT ZERO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-liftgate-lock-failure","label":"Rear liftgate lock and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2009-07 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10417771","quote_1_text":"THE LIFT GATE LOCK ACTUATOR ON MY 2005 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN HAS FAILED. IT HAS NO MEANS OF MANUAL OPERATION CREATING A SAFETY ISSUE CONCERNING EMERGENCY EXITING OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE REAR, SUCH AS FRONTAL IMPACT OR FIRE","quote_2_odi":"10760317","quote_2_text":"THE REAR LIFTGATE WILL NOT UNLOCK. THERE IS NO MANUAL RELEASE OR \"KEY BYPASS\" FOR THE REAR LIFTGATE LOCK. THIS PRESENTS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE IN CASE OF FIRE OR CRASH","quote_3_odi":"10330116","quote_3_text":"LIFTGATE DOES NOT HAVE A KEY LOCK ENTRY AND WILL NOT UNLOCK USING THE DRIVER SIDE LOCK/UNLOCK DOOR PANEL OR THE HAND HELD KEY REMOTE THEREFORE I CANNOT OPEN IT AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2005-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and drive shaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2008-01 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10509788","quote_1_text":"THE AUTO TRANSMISSION 3 AND 4TH GEAR CLUTCH FAILED IN THIS UNIT WHICH RESEARCH SHOWS IS A COMMON FAILURE. WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WAS OPENED FOR THE REPAIR THERE WERE TWO PARTS THAT SHOWED A LOT OF RUST WHICH INDICATED AN EXPOSURE TO WATER","quote_2_odi":"10360161","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING WITH MY TWO YOUNG CHILDREN IN THE CAR AND MY CAR MADE A CLICKING SOUND AND THEN BEGIN TO SHAKE AND VIBRATE","quote_3_odi":"10247934","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE. AS I BEGAN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, IN ORDER TO MAKE A LEFT TURN ACROSS OPPOSING TRAFFIC LANES, I HAD A COMPLETE FAILURE OF FORWARD MOMENTUM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder failure and loss of power braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11634550","quote_1_text":"brake master cylinder failure, took car to chevy after brakes got super hard to push , luckily no accident , felt like no brakes, at the point of failure, brake light, abs light, check engine light all went on ,at some point abs and brake light went off but check engine light…","quote_2_odi":"11470210","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the freeway about 65 mph on Saturday June 18.   In a sudden instant,  there was a message on my dash \"brake module failure\"  and \"speed limited to 62 mph\".   Also warning message that \"forward collision warning was off\" ,  etc.   The ABS light,  the \"check…","quote_3_odi":"11537998","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the brake pedal seized while depressed, and the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and \"Brake System Failure\" and another unknown message were displayed. The contact coasted to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-engine-lifter-bearing-failure","label":"Engine lifter, camshaft, and bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11705211","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden engine malfunction including rough idle, hard misfire, and flashing check engine light. Vehicle was diagnosed with a collapsed lifter and internal engine failure. Metallic debris was found in the engine oil, including silver and gold/bronze particles…","quote_2_odi":"11660711","quote_2_text":"Due to a valve lifter malfunction, the engine suffered catastrophic failure, with metal shavings found throughout the oil system and internal components. I’ve been quoted approximately $14,000 by the dealership/service center to replace the engine, and the vehicle is currently…","quote_3_odi":"11638102","quote_3_text":"With no other indication, the low oil pressure light came on, then within two seconds I lost all power (motor shut off) and lost electronics in the car.  I had to man-handle the vehicle to get it off the road without power or dash controls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-forward-collision-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ADAS unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11594439","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated and abruptly applied the brakes, dramatically reducing the speed of the vehicle. Later, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the Adaptive…","quote_2_odi":"11477888","quote_2_text":"We were traveling approximately 30 mph approaching an intersection of a 5 lane road. A vehicle in front t of us had pulled into the turn lane. As we approached the vehicle that was already completely in the other lane, our car suddenly braked to a complete stop even though my…","quote_3_odi":"11730078","quote_3_text":"Lane departure assist, adaptive cruise control, auto emergency braking, adaptive high beam, forward collision warning system became unresponsive while driving on highway during trip. Had to take vehicle into GM dealership for ADAS camera replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-fuel-pump-control-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump power control module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683089","quote_1_text":"I was standing at a red light with my foot on the brake and the car went into neutral and stalled.  I could not restart the vehicle and had to be towed to the dealership where there confirmed a fuel pump module failure.  There were no precipitating factors or warnings","quote_2_odi":"11557595","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalled while driving in center lane on I-4 in Orlando in traffic.  There were no warnings prior to the vehicle stalling.  When trying to restart it, the low fuel warning appeared  along with the check engine light.  I was unable to restart the vehicle leaving us…","quote_3_odi":"11755546","quote_3_text":"Fuel pulp module failed on highway. Was told there is not a recall on my VIN even tho online there is a recall and known issue for the part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-headlamp-adjuster-failure","label":"Headlamp adjuster failure causing downward aim","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746579","quote_1_text":"Driver side headlamp adjuster failed while driving. Wife struggles to see at night so when the adjuster failed the driver side headlamp faced right to the ground causing no projected illuminating light. We attempted to adjust the light when she arrived home but it would not…","quote_2_odi":"11624869","quote_2_text":"The headlamps are defective and unexpectedly break causing them to aim basically straight down towards the pavement making it unsafe to drive at night.  In February of this year I took the vehicle to Cox Chevrolet in Bradenton and they said the headlamps would need to be…","quote_3_odi":"11621901","quote_3_text":"The headlight adjuster failed. As a result, the headlight points straight down creating a safety issue at night. I have read online this is a common problem on suburbans and tahoes. This happened on my car around 60k miles and only ~3 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-rear-differential-axle-noise","label":"Rear differential and axle noise or lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750547","quote_1_text":"On our 2021 gasoline suburgan, the rear wheels locked up at free-way speeds, which nearly caused a possibly fatal accident. The lock released but it appears the strain caused rear differential gear teeth to break and the rear differential now needs to be replaced for the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11722922","quote_2_text":"Rear Axle is grinding.  Took vehicle into dealer and it is the well documented rear axle issue but this vehicle is not included in a recall.  The differential fluid was replaced and figure 8s were done but there is still grinding.  The rear axle also drags at times when in auto…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-transmission-valve-body-shifting","label":"10-speed transmission valve body and shifting malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742058","quote_1_text":"The failure involved the transmission valve body control valve within the automatic transmission system of the 2021 Chevrolet Suburban, a critical component responsible for regulating hydraulic pressure and controlling gear shifting. The malfunction caused erratic and unreliable…","quote_2_odi":"11719462","quote_2_text":"Andean confirmed on Friday (2/19) that the entire transmission is shot with metal all inside of the fluid, gears being broken, and the valve body being broken.  The truck is 5.5 years old with 93K mile on it and we were just shocked.  The repair for GM Reman transmission was…","quote_3_odi":"11662243","quote_3_text":"While driving at normal highway speed, the vehicle speed is suddenly reduced and it feels and sounds like the transmission has shifted into low gear.  The following warning light activated: Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care.  The GM dealership service center stated that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2021-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper intermittent failure during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616767","quote_1_text":"Yesterday marked the 2nd time that the front windshield wipers on my 2021 Chevy Suburban (58k miles) randomly stopped working while driving down the highway in a rainstorm. They would not come out of the resting position regardless on what setting they were put to on the wheel…","quote_2_odi":"11651671","quote_2_text":"For the past 2 years my windshield wipers will fail randomly while using them during a rain storm. I will have to pull over and completely turn the vehicle off turn back on and they may start working again or restart a couple more times. I’ve taken it to the dealership twice…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-coolant-control-valve","label":"Engine coolant control valve failure / limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-17 → 2025-08-27","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11678667","quote_1_text":"The coolant control valve malfunctioned on this vehichle several times during the course of ownership.  It causes the vehichle to run in limp mode.  This part was replaced in July 2023 at ~40,000 miles as a result.  The part again began to fail in june/july 2025","quote_2_odi":"11677856","quote_2_text":"Coolant control valve failed and needs replaced. Which left me and my 3 children (one being [XXX] ) stranded on the side of [XXX]  for 2 hours before someone could get to us","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure / engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12-18 → 2026-01-26","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662679","quote_1_text":"Engine lost power and stalled without warning while driving down the highway.  Coasted to side of road and was unable to restart engine.  After engine stopped, dash indicated low fuel, although tank was 3/4 full.  After coming to a stop, was unable to shift out of Park","quote_2_odi":"11713362","quote_2_text":"Without warning, vehicle stalled/ stop while traveling at highway speed, leaving us seconds to maneuver to the side. This failure created an extremely dangerous situation that could have resulted catastrophic or fatal accident for my family. Check engine light came on (code…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-fuel-tank-detachment","label":"Fuel tank partial detachment from subframe","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-02 → 2026-01-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709715","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal scraping sound coming from under the vehicle. After stopping to inspect the vehicle, the contact discovered that the fuel tank had partially detached from the subframe and fuel was leaking from the…","quote_2_odi":"11645877","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME AT HIGHWAY, I HEAR NOISE SCRAPPING NOISE FROM UNEVEN PAVEMENT AND ROLL OVER SPEED BUMP AND A PIECE OF METAL LIKE U SHAPE FELT OFF. WHEN I GET HOME, INSPECTED I SAW MY VEHICLE FUEL TANK HAGGING ON ONE SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-safety-restraint-airbag-light","label":"Service safety restraint system / airbag warning light","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12-30 → 2026-01-28","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707940","quote_1_text":"Car says \"service safety restraint system\"  and airbag light comes on intermittently. Dealer won't cover under safety restraint warranty. They site TSB about a wire that GM made too short but are not sure it will fix it. This car has 42,000","quote_2_odi":"11714022","quote_2_text":"“Service safety restraint system” light came on. I feel this is a defect and a serious concern. I’ve seen where others are experiencing the same issue. I bought this vehicle specifically because I wanted to a safe vehicle to drive my 4 children around in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-telematics-onstar-module","label":"Telematics / OnStar module failure after software update","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09-23 → 2026-05-22","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739446","quote_1_text":"The telecommunications module for vehicle GPS and OnStar emergency services failed after a factory software update. Now the vehicle has no GPS location, information emergency OnStar services or the ability to access vehicle Telematic via cell signal or an app","quote_2_odi":"11689230","quote_2_text":"Onstar module failed, no longer have wifi, navigation or other onstar supported features. Cannot perform system updates for vehicle due to onstar module. Cannot use app due to onstar module","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2022-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission control valve body failure / limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11-18 → 2026-06-30","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747576","quote_1_text":"While driving, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle suddenly entered limp mode. The transmission lost normal operation, including reverse gear, significantly limiting the vehicle’s ability to operate. The failure occurred without warning","quote_2_odi":"11636621","quote_2_text":"On 12/28/2024, while accelerating on the highway, I received without warning a reduced engine power warning and the RPM's were racing when I depressed the gas pedal.  I was in moderate traffic in excess of 55 MPH and had difficulty safely making it to the right shoulder","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11582408","quote_1_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking system activated at ~77mph. Essentially I had started braking appropriately and at about the same time the AEB system seemed to conclude more breaking was needed. This led to brief loss of vehicle control when brakes COMPLETELY LOCKED at high rate of…","quote_2_odi":"11546032","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. Additionally, the windshield wipers were inoperable. On another occasion, while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. There was no warning light…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-coolant-control-valve","label":"Coolant control valve failure with reduced power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734824","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated.  Additionally, the messages “Coolant Control Valve” and “Acceleration Reduced – Stop Vehicle” were displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed…","quote_2_odi":"11673122","quote_2_text":"Our Chevrolet suburban has 57,000 miles on it. We have started getting a check engine light and I’m getting code P1098 for the cooling control valve. This is a very common issue on these vehicles I’m noticing now","quote_3_odi":"11661582","quote_3_text":"Coolant control valve failed. Reduced engine power, and engine fan on high","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain and module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701963","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the car in March 2023, the battery has died 5-7 times. We contacted our dealer and they claimed nothing wrong and the battery was fine. We have contacted them about this issue and there is no fix. They performed an update in June 2025 which was supposed to fix…","quote_2_odi":"11683471","quote_2_text":"My vehicle suddenly stalled while driving. I later replaced the battery and discovered the telecom module was damaged, making the OnStar system inoperable. GM disagreed with my warranty claim and required me to replace the module at my own expense","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-l87-l84-engine-failure","label":"6.2L / 5.3L engine failure and seized engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646774","quote_1_text":"With no warning lights or indication there was a problem the engine suddenly died and shifted itself into neutral.  I had just started going up hill, no left lane median but I managed to barely make the right shoulder, when the vehicle came to a stop it shifted into Park","quote_2_odi":"11743908","quote_2_text":"Approximately 6,000 miles later, on XXX, the replacement engine failed while I was driving on the interstate highway near Billings, Montana. There were no warning indicators of any kind until I suddenly lost power. Only at the moment power was lost did the check engine light…","quote_3_odi":"11699730","quote_3_text":"the vehicle began losing power and making a loud noise. My wife exited the highway and contacted OnStar, who told her the tow would take over an hour and only cover three miles to closest dealer, leaving her stranded in an unsafe area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-seatbelt-malfunction","label":"Seat belt retractor locking and detachment","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701833","quote_1_text":"my [XXX]  son was seated in the second-row center seat and was properly buckled in with the factory shoulder/lap belt. He turned around briefly to grab something from the back of the vehicle, and during that movement the seatbelt fully extended and then locked in the automatic…","quote_2_odi":"11720994","quote_2_text":"The drivers side, female end, of the seatbelt comes undone when cold. This is reproduced every single time it is cold for approximately 5 minutes of driving until the inside of the vehicle warms up. This happens with both primary divers of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718698","quote_1_text":"Sun Roof has leaked. The Sun roof leaked a considerable amount of water and it came through the head liner around the ceiling mounted control panel as well as  the back of the car. This is the second time it has happened and I have been told it is not covered under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11744913","quote_2_text":"The sunroof drains continue to fail.  I’ve had multiple occasions where the car has had drains back up or be disconnected..  This is a safety issue because it creates mold as water falls in the headliner and then the cabin. It also creates rust, particularly behind the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685156","quote_1_text":"Transmission malfunction.   This has appeared several times at highway speeds and low speeds.  We have dad to limp along in the slow lane to exit ramp and take back roads to the nearest dealership.  The current problem has been confirmed with error codes P0747","quote_2_odi":"11691800","quote_2_text":"2023 Chevy Suburban transmission control valve failures causing wheel lockup or deceleration causing the vehicle to be unsafe to operate.  Chevrolet refuses to acknowledge","quote_3_odi":"11715297","quote_3_text":"Following extensive research & uncovering the fact that there are several class action lawsuits underway calling out GM for not issuing a formal recall when they should have from the start, we've been forced to personally absorb significant costs tied to replacing our 2023…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2023-windshield-wiper-inop","label":"Windshield wiper intermittent inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731090","quote_1_text":"While driving in the rain the front windshield wipers stopped moving and were stuck in the down position.  They would not activated with auto, manual, or wash commands.  Rear wiper still functioned.  This happened while driving down the interstate which resulted in having to…","quote_2_odi":"11556381","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway at night during rainy conditions the wipers stopped in the up position, and at the same time, the headlights turned off. After a few seconds they resumed normal operation. My headlights were in the auto position and my wipers were also in the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2024-brake-failure-power-loss","label":"Brake failure warning with engine power loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11713441","quote_1_text":"The vehicle went into limp mode! Everything associated with it happened so quickly,no brakes,no steering ,it was terrifying. We got safely to a gas station.","quote_2_odi":"11695445","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended while driving…","quote_3_odi":"11695456","quote_3_text":"i pulled on to the road and i heard a loud knocking and my vehicle started skipping and wouldn't go. the lights on the dash lit up and said, \"brake failure\" and \"emergency brake failure\" and i had no brakes.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2024-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Sudden engine shutdown or seizure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11737261","quote_1_text":"On May 2, 2026, while the vehicle was in operation, the engine suddenly shut off without warning. At the time of failure, the instrument panel remained illuminated; however, the vehicle would not restart.","quote_2_odi":"11721740","quote_2_text":"Complete and sudden failure of the L87 V8 engine at 70 mph on the highway. Had to maneuver to the right shoulder and coast to a stop. Engine was seized and would not restart.","quote_3_odi":"11622888","quote_3_text":"While driving in the left lane of a two lane highway at highway speed of approx 65-70 mph the engine shut down. The instrument cluster said to “Press button to start engine”. I had no power.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2024-l87-recall-parts-delay","label":"L87 engine recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11714279","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the failure persisted.","quote_2_odi":"11688996","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.","quote_3_odi":"11666614","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Suburban. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000(Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11736953","quote_1_text":"1. Sunroof 2. Driving on 81 N slightly past the Middlesex exit at highway speeds. My 4 minor children and I heard what sounded like a large balloon popping inside my car. Upon further inspection, my sunroof spontaneously exploded.","quote_2_odi":"11735323","quote_2_text":"The glass of the front movable sun roof shattered. The glass shattered while driving on hwy 89 in Wyoming with no traffic or no identifiable reason for the event.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2025-62l-v8-engine-seizure","label":"6.2L V8 engine seizure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11712253","quote_1_text":"Was driving on highway and engine started to make a noise, performance and power were impacted, the engine service light appeared. Exited highway on near offramp, when on offramp vehicle engine stopped working. Vehicle is a 2025 Chevrolet Suburban with 6.2L engine","quote_2_odi":"11720174","quote_2_text":"Driving on Highway at approx 70mph, lost propulsion and speedometer went to 0. Came back after approx. 5 seconds. After exiting highway and stopping, clear knocking/clanging noise from engine. GM states full engine replacement needed","quote_3_odi":"11715045","quote_3_text":"We put into drive and went less than an 1/8 of a mile and our suburban lost acceleration and stopped. It would not start and couldn't not be moved, until roadside assistance took it to a Chevrolet dealership. The dealer stated the engine seized up and needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2025-cylinder-misfire-lifter","label":"Cylinder misfire with lifter and pushrod damage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11698805","quote_1_text":"7/13/25: Car repeatedly jerking/shuddering/rough ride. A flashing check engine light came on for 10 or 15 minutes. After stopping car and restarting it, the check engine light went off","quote_2_odi":"11696802","quote_2_text":"On 7/15/25, the car had 6948 mi. and started running rough, had a loss of power, an odor from the engine, and then on the display: check engine, blinking green vehicle light, and a message stating that the car was lowering for stability control","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2025-display-onstar-malfunction","label":"Infotainment display and OnStar module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11661649","quote_1_text":"Main display, driver display, and HUD froze while driving. Speedometer froze as well. Main display goes back while the driver display freezes. NO blinkers worked. This happened 3x throughout the day. Only way to reset is unhooking the battery","quote_2_odi":"11709801","quote_2_text":"The dealer’s service department tried to perform updates on the system after the radio went out and it caused the whole dash to go completely black and they haven’t been able to get it to turn back on","quote_3_odi":"11660820","quote_3_text":"OnStar Module factory defaults/Malfunctioning - Power button don’t turn on so there’s no internet connection. This effect all the safety features in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Suburban","model_slug":"suburban","cluster_id":"suburban-2025-duramax-thrust-bearing","label":"3.0L Duramax thrust bearing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11738369","quote_1_text":"3.0 Duramax, thrust bearing engine failure. Less than 6000 miles on vehicle. Driving at 60 mph when vehicle went into major limp mode. Had TCM, Charging and coolant lights illuminate. GM is replacing engine under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11713080","quote_2_text":"The engine self-destructed due to a thrust bearing failure as described in General Motors Technical Service Bulletin 25-NA-307 There were no warning lights prior to the engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11690942","quote_3_text":"Cause unknown, however, I have discovered that the engine in my Suburban, the Engine code LZO 3.0L Duramax, has damaged itself internally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/suburban","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2007-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1177,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11195629","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11597991","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11322800","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE WAS ORIGINALLY SUBJECT TO NHTSA 16V383, OVER FOUR YEARS AGO. THE LEGAL MANEUVERING BY GM HAS PROLONGED THIS ISSUE, FURTHER AGING MY AIRBAG INFLATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2007-airbag-warning-light-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment concerns","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1177,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11427179","quote_1_text":"My airbag light came on out of the blue, says service air bag","quote_2_odi":"11591634","quote_2_text":"Front airbag and rollover airbag are not working","quote_3_odi":"11592181","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the street and all side airbags deployed out of nowhere, the seats belts that were not occupied locked, the seat belts that were occupied did not lock","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2007-dashboard-cracking-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near air bag housing","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1177,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11205037","quote_1_text":"MY 2007 CHEVROLET TAHOE HAS DEVELOPED MULTIPLE SEVERE CRACKS OF THE PLASTIC DASHBOARD ON BOTH DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE. THE PASSENGER SIDE CRACK CONNECTS TO THE AIRBAG OPENING","quote_2_odi":"11536420","quote_2_text":"Dash parts falling apart, loose trim, broken trim, unsafe and illy constructed dash","quote_3_odi":"11620786","quote_3_text":"Dashboard cracking in multiple places","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2007-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"StabiliTrak warning with reduced engine power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":1177,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11195842","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE STAB TRAC WARNING POPS UP ON THE MESSAGE WINDOW AND WE LOSE POWER","quote_2_odi":"11627621","quote_2_text":"Service Stabiltrak error and service traction control error. Reduced engine power error causes the motor to completely shut down with no warning even while driving making it impossible to get out of traffic and to safely exit to the shoulder","quote_3_odi":"11330427","quote_3_text":"AT THAT POINT THE STABLITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. I HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED BECAUSE I TRIED TO MOVE IT AND WHEN I PUT IT IN GEAR IT JERKED SO HARD I WAS SCARED THE ENGINE BLEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2007,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2007-tire-sidewall-blowout","label":"Tire sidewall bulge and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1177,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11648435","quote_1_text":"Bridgestone Dueler H/L P275/60R20 Alenza had a slow leak for about a year that I couldn't find. Today the sidewall completely brew out on the highway at 70 mph","quote_2_odi":"11605917","quote_2_text":"Brand new tires installed on vehicle by Americas Tire store on 7/29/24. Received a phone call from our son 7/30/24 7pm of complete tire blow out on hwy","quote_3_odi":"11758261","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a tire shop where the tires were placed on a wheel balance machine, and the contact became aware that all four tires had a bulge on the sidewalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2010-dash-cracking","label":"Cracked dashboard near airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11606965","quote_1_text":"Dash board is cracking around passanger side air bag and above instrument panel. Could shatter into pieces upon air bag deployment sending shards of dashboard flying. Could lacerate air bags","quote_2_odi":"11015334","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 CHEVY TAHOE HAS DEVELOPED A CRACK IN THE UPPER DASH AREA BETWEEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG AND THE DEFROST OUTLET. THERE WAS NO OUTSIDE INFLUENCE THAT CAUSED THE CRACK AND I'M VERY CONCERNED THAT THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10924049","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED THAT THE DASH IN MY 2010 CHEVROLET TAHOE LTZ IS CRACKED ABOVE THE AIR BAG ON PASSENGER SIDE. I ALSO HAVE READ WHERE THIS IS SOMETHING THAT IS HAPPENING TO LOT OF TAHOES , SUBURBANS AND YUKONS ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2010-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11012005","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE A 2010 TAHOE. 3 YEARS AGO WE REPLACED THE BATTERY. AFTER THAT THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN HAVING THE FOLLOWING ISSUES. 1. EVERY 3-4 MONTHS THE CAR DIES WHILE DRIVING. DOOR LOCKS, LIGHTS, RADIO, ETC TURN ON AND OFF RAPIDLY WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11328438","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS STALLED ON THE FREEWAY AND/OR BUSY ROADS MULTIPLE TIMES. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS TIMING","quote_3_odi":"11291029","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN TOWN OR HIGHWAY , DOOR LOCKS BEGAN POPPING UP AND DOWN, DASH GAUGES WERE GOING CRAZY AND CAR BEGAN TO BE LOSE TOTAL ELECTRICAL POWER. ENGINE CUT OUT AND DIED AND ALMOST REAR ENDED BY SEMI-TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2010-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11055054","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS NOTIFIED IN JULY 2016 THAT MY VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN THIS RECALL. I HAVE CALLED CHEVROLET SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE LAST YEAR AND 5 MONTHS AND THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO REPAIR IT","quote_2_odi":"11501252","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11149699","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" WHAT IS TAKING SO LONG TO ISSUE THE GM RECALL. TAKATA BELIEVES THAT THE GM AIRBAGS HAVE THE SAME ISSUES THAT OTHER MANUFACTURERS' AIRBAGS HAVE HAD, BUT THE NHTSA IS DRAGGING ITS FEET REGARDING THE ISSUANCE OF THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11444608","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure knocking and pinging would not go in reverse would only go 10 mph. Vehicle has never been abused only has 128,428 miles","quote_2_odi":"11693610","quote_2_text":"In 2023, the vehicle’s transmission failed completely at only 128,000 miles. After researching the issue, I discovered that the 6L80E transmission installed in this model year has a long history of mechanical failures","quote_3_odi":"11398640","quote_3_text":"LIFTERS COLLAPSED, MOTOR BLEW ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60MPH CAUSING LARGE ACCIDENT ON SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2011-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11072794","quote_1_text":"CRACK ON MY DASH EXTENDING FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, THIS WAS NOTED ONE MORNING WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A RATTLING SOUND IN MY DASH","quote_2_odi":"11353404","quote_2_text":"SHORTLY AFTER MY EXTENDED WARRANTY EXPIRED, MY DASHBOARD BEGAN TO CRACK. WITHIN TWO YEARS, IT DEVELOPED THREE SUBSTANTIAL CRACKS WHICH LED TO SHIMMYING OF THE DASHBOARD WHILE DRIVING. THE BECAME A CHRONIC AND CONTINUAL PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11451754","quote_3_text":"Dashboard is cracking at passenger side air bag, and on the driver side instrument cluster. This is a known Chevy defect and Chevy not wanting to fix the problem so to faulty engineering design","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2011-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system stalling and delivery faults","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11693784","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump failure caused my vehicle to stall not once, not twice, but THREE times in the middle of the interstate on my way back home from out of state. This was terrifying, especially since my kids were in the car with me","quote_2_odi":"11422428","quote_2_text":"During refueling the fuel does not fill up and backs up coming out onto person fueling vehicle along with fuel pouring onto vehicle as well property. This is a major fire hazard and can cause serious burns to whomever is fueling vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11171644","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 CHEVY TAHOE WAS IN MOTION ON A TOWN ROAD WHEN SEVERAL ALERTS CAME UP ON THE DASHBOARD INCLUDING SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILINK AND REDUCED ENGINE POWER. THE LOCAL DEALER USED A SCAN TOOL AND FOUND DTC # P2135 - THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2011-stability-control-electrical-faults","label":"Stability control and electrical faults while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11588289","quote_1_text":"Stability trac, ABS, traction control, passenger air bag, locks are locking and unlocking, voltage to high, car will lose power while driving then shut off after alternator replaced, truck is worse also back trailer brake sensor appears to","quote_2_odi":"11129521","quote_2_text":"ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS (35 PLUS TIMES IN PAST 2 MONTHS) I HAVE EXPERIENCED A TERRIFYING COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER TO EVERY ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED COMPONENT OF MY VEHICLE. FOR 3 TO 5 SECONDS I HAVE ABSOLUTELY NO POWER STEERING, TRACTION CONTROL OR HEADLIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11113357","quote_3_text":"STABILITRAK AND ABS LIGHT COMES ON WHILE DRIVING, THE DOOR LOCKS GO CRAZY, RADIO GOES IN AND OUT AND YOU LOSE THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. ENGINE ACTS LIKE IT WANTS TO DIE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2011-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11039488","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD AN AIRBAG RECALL NOTICE FOR ABOUT 18 MONTHS. NUMEROUS CALLS TO GM AND DEALER WHO SAY \"NO PARTS AVAILABLE\". DO I HAVE TO WAIT TO BE INJURED TO GET THIS FIXED?","quote_2_odi":"11061965","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11048580","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED NOTICE ABOUT AIRBAG RECALL AND CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS NO REMEDY FOR MY VEHICLE AT THIS TIME AND THERE IS NO KNOWN DATE FOR A REMEDY. I WAS TOLD TO WAIT UNTIL I RECEIVE ANOTHER NOTICE ABOUT THE AIRBAG RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE TO BE REMEDIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and side collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11546716","quote_1_text":"I was rear ended while stopped by another truck that was going 60+ mph. None of the airbags in my 2012 Chevy Tahoe deployed","quote_2_odi":"11194940","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING WEST BOUND ON 176TH ST AND AS I APPROACHED THE LIGHT I COULD NOT BRAKE OR TURN MY CAR TO THE RIGHT IN WHICH I HAD A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. ON IN PACKED MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY!","quote_3_odi":"10622016","quote_3_text":"WHILE TURNING LEFT (TAHOE) WITH A PROTECTED GREEN ARROW AT AN X-SHAPED INTERSECTION, VEHICLE (KIA SEDAN) AT FAULT FAILED TO YIELD AND ENTERED THE INTERSECTION AT SPEEDS UPWARDS OF 40 MPH FROM THE LEFT OF THE TAHOE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag housing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":126,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11423933","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that there were two cracks on the dashboard located near the passenger’s side front air bag housing and near the steering column. There was no impact that could have caused the cracks","quote_2_odi":"11191382","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD WAS FRACTURED ALONG THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG HOUSING. THE AIR BAG WAS NOT VISIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10928635","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD HAD A CRACK THAT SPREAD TO THE AIR BAG AREA. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Door handle and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11733627","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side and passenger’s side doors failed to open manually or while using the power door lock button","quote_2_odi":"11268863","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHEN ENTERING THROUGH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE DOORS, THE HANDLE LATCHES FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11073596","quote_3_text":"MY DOOR HANDLES ON THE INSIDE OF MY VEHICLE ARR CHROME. THE CHROME MATERIL HAS STARTED TO PEEL AWAY AND HAS CAUSED ME DEEP CUTS ON THE SIDES OF MY FINGERS AFTER OPENING THE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11362432","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN ON OCCASION. INTERIOR LIGHTS, RADIO, DASH PANEL, TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11143949","quote_2_text":"THE STABLITRACK OFF LIGHT CAME ON. THE DOOR LOCKS RAPIDLY LOCKED AND UNLOCKED. THE ENGINE WAS SURGING WITH LOSS OF POWER. THE RADIO WAS GOING OFF AND ON","quote_3_odi":"11283021","quote_3_text":"PERIODICLY, WHILE DRIVING IN NORMAL CONDITIONS, THE RADIO WILL TURN OFF, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WILL BLINK, THE DOOR LOCKS WILL REPEATEDLY LOCK/UNLOCK, TRANSMISSION WILL FEEL LIKE IT IS IN NEUTRAL OR THE ENGINE WILL COMPLETELY TURN OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and transmission hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11657526","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10626334","quote_2_text":"I WAS PASSING ON A TWO LANE HIGH WAY AT AN ACCELERATED SPEED AT WHICH TIME THE ENGINE DIES, NO LIGHTS NO NOTHING TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11630320","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to slow for a traffic light and the vehicle jerked while shifting into low gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"chevrolet-tahoe-2012-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11061371","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I CALLED BAIERL CHEVROLET IN WEXFORD, PENNSYLVANIA ABOUT THE RECALL. ACCORDING TO THE NHTSA.GOV WEBSITE MY VEHICLE IS AFFECTED. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY HAVE NO INFORMATION ABOUT THIS RECALL AND THEREFORE WILL NOT MAKE AN APPOINTMENT TO LOOK AT MY TAHOE","quote_2_odi":"11419510","quote_2_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11407904","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near instrument panel and airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":146,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11509001","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated notice that there were cracks on the dashboard by the passenger’s side air bag. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that no failure was found","quote_2_odi":"10908261","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES TO INCLUDE THE AREA SURROUNDING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, AND NEAR THE STEERING COLUMN. IN THE EVENT OF A VEHICLE CRASH WITH AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT, THE DASHBOARD COULD FRAGMENT AND BECOME A HAZARDOUS PROJECTILE","quote_3_odi":"11194504","quote_3_text":"LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE, STORED IN A GARAGE AT WORK AND AT HOME. DASHBOARD CRACKED AT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG. SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE AS PLASTIC PARTS FROM BROKEN DASHBOARD CAN BECOME DEADLY MISSILES DURING AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POTENTIALLY HARM OR CAUSE DEATH TO PASSENGER (MY CHILD)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle and door panel failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11042500","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGERS SIDE FRONT DOOR HANDLE LITERALLY FELL OFF WHEN OPENING THE DOOR. WAS OUT OF WARRANTY DUE TO MILEAGE. HAD TO PAY $250 TO REPLACE","quote_2_odi":"11006036","quote_2_text":"THE INSIDE DOOR PANEL ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BROKE WHERE HANDLE IS. VERY VERY DISGUSTED AT ALL THE PROBLEMS I HAVE HAD WITH MY VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS NEW","quote_3_odi":"11567395","quote_3_text":"The drivers side door handle has broken on my Tahoe. In the event of having to urgently egress from my vehicle it would be very difficult to do so because of the handle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical system malfunction causing stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11447613","quote_1_text":"Without warning on several occasions the the gps/radio screen, door locks, lights, gauges, etc start cycling and going crazy and power to the vehicle goes on and off","quote_2_odi":"11115589","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET, WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR, WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE DOOR LOCKS WENT UP AND DOWN MULTIPLE TIMES, THE RADIO SCREEN TURNED OFF, AND THEN THE WHOLE CAR JUST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET","quote_3_odi":"11427218","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall with several unknown warning lights flashing on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption and low oil pressure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11396957","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF ENGINE OIL, WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11570502","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that upon start of the vehicle, an abnormal ticking sound was coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact discovered that the oil pressure was","quote_3_odi":"11103101","quote_3_text":"AFTER 50000 MILES ON VEHICLE I BEGIN TO HEAR ENGINE NOISE COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE OF ENGINE. I CAME TO THE CONCLUSION THAT IT WAS THE VALVE LIFTERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-stabilitrak-limp-mode","label":"Stabilitrak/traction control fault with engine limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11458053","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly throws Stabilitrak, Traction control and ABS codes. Engine derates to limp mode. Transmission goes to full line pressure shifts","quote_2_odi":"10892684","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AROUND 60 MPH THE CAR DOES A MASSIVE SHAKE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, STABILIZATION TURNS OFF, TRACTION CONTROLS TURNS OFF AND ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED FIRST TO 10MPH AND COULD NOT GET MORE THAN 30MPH","quote_3_odi":"11063448","quote_3_text":"APPROACHING ANY RIGHT HAND TURNS COMING DOWN IN SPEED ON A HIGHWAY EXIT THE STABILITY AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS APPEAR AND SWITCH TO OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11587799","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the Air Bag warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11437228","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V053000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11093211","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WHILE MY TAHOE WAS IN A REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE NEW AIR BAG CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMMED, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2014-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11267580","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE CRACKED DASHBOARD. THE CRACK CONTINUES TO EXTEND AND IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT, IT COULD POTENTIALLY PUNCTURE THE AIR BAG, GREATLY COMPROMISING SAFETY. ADDITIONALLY, THE BRITTLE DASHBOARD COULD BECOME SHARP FLYING PIECES IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11064191","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKED BY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG AND DRIVER SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11416661","quote_3_text":"THE DASH BOARD IS CRACKING IN SEVERAL DIFFERENT PLACES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2014-electrical-trailer-brake","label":"Electrical system faults triggering trailer brake warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11615499","quote_1_text":"Trailer brake come one, power locks unlock and lock, traction stability comes on and off,","quote_2_odi":"10945477","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILS, CAUSING THE ENTIRE CAR TO STOP OPERATING. GM SAYS THAT THEY WILL NOT FIX, EVEN THOUGH THEY PUT OUT A GM RECALL BULLETIN 14515B. GM SAYS MY VIN# IS NOT INCLUDED. IT IS A 2014 WITH THE SAME ISSUE AS IN BULLETIN?","quote_3_odi":"10874655","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TAHOE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE REAR HATCH AJAR WARNING INDICATOR AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTING ILLUMINATED AND ALL OF THE DOORS UNLOCKED INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2014-stall-accel-failure","label":"Unintended stalling and acceleration control failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10605061","quote_1_text":"WAS ACCELERATING ON THE INTERSTATE ON-RAMP. ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WHEN I RELEASED FOOT OFF PEDAL, IT STAYED IN ITS POSITION CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO CONTINUE TO ACCELERATE. I STOMPED ON PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES TO GET IT TO RELEASE","quote_2_odi":"10649876","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE 4WD SELECTOR SET TO AUTO. STARTED VEHICLE. VEHICLE 'SERVICE 4WD' WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE BECAME STUCK IN 4WD MODE. VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STEER OR DRIVE, AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE TO NORMAL ROAD SPEED CREATING SAFETY ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11593058","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the contact noticed a failure with the gear shifter. The contact stated that the gear shifter remained in neutral and failed to shift to any other gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2014-steering-hub-brake","label":"Steering hub failure and brake pedal effort issues","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10676682","quote_1_text":"DURING OFFICER TRAINING LEFT STEER HUB CAME APART. SAME TRAINING SINCE 2012 AND NO DIFFERENT THEN PURSUIT DRIVING. PPV TAHOE. WE HAVE ANOTHER UNIT AND FILING SEPARATE CASE WITH SAME ISSUE BUT BOTH STEER HUBS FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10676685","quote_2_text":"DURING OFFICER TRAINING LEFT AND RIGHT STEER HUBS FAILED COMING OFF, SAME TRAINING SINCE 2012 USING TAHOE'S AND SAME AS PURSUIT DRIVING PPV TAHOE","quote_3_odi":"11445804","quote_3_text":"Brake pedal hard to push and stop vehicle when braking, could possibly be defected brake vacuum pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2014-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11443219","quote_1_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","quote_2_odi":"10991529","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF AN INTERIM RECALL NOTICE FROM THE MANUFACTURER CONCERNING THE AIR BAGS IN MID JULY OF 2016","quote_3_odi":"11402980","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-engine-shutoff-electrical","label":"Engine shutoff while driving with electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11489077","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, warning messages indicating that the forward collision system, the StabiliTrak, and the theft deterrent had failed, and other unknown messages were displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle would suddenly shut off","quote_2_odi":"11481751","quote_2_text":"While driving the children to school making a Right turn in the school grounds. The Tahoe completely shut down and restarted. In the 10 seconds it was down I was unable to steer the vehicle and there was absolutely no power","quote_3_odi":"11442531","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has shut down twice while turning. When action happens the stability controls are turned off, parking assistance is turned off. All lights on dash flash. With this vehicle having electronic steering, I have no control of this vehicle when it shuts down while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line wear leak near fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11548715","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel line from the fuel pump to engine sustained a pinhole leak over the fuel tank. Fuel leaked over top of tank and ran down front drivers side front of tank. Discovered the leak after noticing strong fuel odor inside vehicle. Took to shop","quote_2_odi":"11707176","quote_2_text":"Vehicle cranked longer than usual, noticed slight smell of fuel. After arriving home noticed fuel smell was very strong and a puddle of raw fuel under vehicle. Fuel line appears to have rubbed/vibrated against the frame of the vehicle causing the line to rupture","quote_3_odi":"11470465","quote_3_text":"The pressure fuel line on top of the gas tank started leaking while driving and caused large puddles of gas under the car. Parked vehicle and unable to drive it due to gas leaking near exhaust","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-hard-brake-pedal-vacuum-pump","label":"Hard brake pedal from vacuum pump failure at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11442439","quote_1_text":"While pulling forward in a drive thru, slowing to stop, the brake pedal started vibrating and became very hard to press. Came within inches of hitting the vehicle in front of me. I drove to an empty parking area afterwards and was able to reproduce the problem several times","quote_2_odi":"11629323","quote_2_text":"While driving at low speeds, I am experiencing difficulty with braking. The brake becomes very hard to press down and it takes me longer to stop. I researched this and came across a recall for a vacuum pump issue","quote_3_odi":"11436174","quote_3_text":"On 10-9-2021 was driving slowly 5-10 MPH in a parking lot and pressed brake and the brake pedal was very hard to press down. Had to really press it hard to stop the 2015 Tahoe LTZ. Had the Tahoe towed to Firestone and they said it was the vacuum pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-lifter-collapse","label":"Valve lifter collapse with loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11435494","quote_1_text":"I was driving at 55 mph when the entire car shuddered and very loud babgihg and knocking occurred. Immediately the car slowed way down and lost power","quote_2_odi":"11514830","quote_2_text":"While I was driving to work, the vehicle lost power as I was in the middle of major intersection. I was almost rear ended by another car. A few seconds later the car began going again. I had no service lights, no warning lights and no check engine light come on","quote_3_odi":"11534607","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started to sputter and misfire before returning to normal functionality. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-magnetic-ride-shock-failure","label":"Magnetic Ride Control shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11496363","quote_1_text":"Front shocks failed 2 years ago. Rear shocks just failed last week. Both of these failures affect the vehicle handling. The vehicle was inspected and failures confirmed by an independent service center. Both front and rear shocks had to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11486302","quote_2_text":"My magna ride suspension has completely gone out. The front and rear are sagging with no suspension travel at all","quote_3_odi":"11435770","quote_3_text":"2015 Tahoe with a very stiff ride. ASE certified mechanic who uses OEM parts says front struts and rear shocks are frozen and have to be replaced. Cost is $3600 and he says all parts are on backorder as this is a common failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11735388","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced a total loss of power steering, accompanied by a 'Power Steering: Drive with Care' dashboard alert. The steering wheel became extremely heavy and difficult to maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11538695","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed and while making a left turn into traffic, the power steering assist malfunctioned and the steering wheel became difficult to turn, causing the vehicle to erroneously drive into a busy intersection","quote_3_odi":"11479637","quote_3_text":"Six days ago my 2015 Chevy Tahoe had a sudden loss of power steering assist while driving down the road after having to come to a sudden stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-torque-converter-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11432468","quote_1_text":"While accelerating from a green light the truck felt as if it shifted into neutral leaving me stranded in the middle of a 4 lane highway there was no indication or warning light or sign until after the incident. Only then did the check engine light come on","quote_2_odi":"11499573","quote_2_text":"At 123,000 miles the torque converter failed and caused a cascading failure through the transmission leaving me stranded in traffic. Vehicle towed to Phoenix Transmission in Weatherford","quote_3_odi":"11656985","quote_3_text":"The transmission out of no where started to hard shift from 2nd to 3rd gear then making noises. Spoke with a mechanic who specializes in transmission he had 2 other tahoes same year same problem that are in front of mine to work on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2015-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning while not towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":661,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11444996","quote_1_text":"Trailer brake service message constantly dinging and you can’t dismiss the message. Dealership replaced a fuse and thought they fixed it and by the next day the message was back and dinging non stop. It is so distracting it’s almost unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11442947","quote_2_text":"There is a trailer brake warning that comes up, sometimes 10 times in a single mile of driving on the freeway. It beeps very loud and I cannot hear anything else. It is distracting to drive and I am unable to shut it off, I can only dismiss","quote_3_odi":"11574957","quote_3_text":"The \"Service Trailer Brake System\" pops up on the dash and makes noise every 45 seconds. Its distracting and dangerous to be driving while this is happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-ac-condenser-leak","label":"AC condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667904","quote_1_text":"Air conditioning could cause a safety problem during hot days, forcing the driver to drive with all windows down and still remain very hot and sweaty while driving","quote_2_odi":"11338154","quote_2_text":"HOLE HAS FORMED IN THE CONDENSER WHERE A FAULTY WELD WAS MADE CAUSING ALL FREEON TO LEAK OUT AND THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM STOP WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11180330","quote_3_text":"THE AIR CONDITIONER HAS STOPPED WORKING, THE CONDENSER HAS BLOWN AND IS BEING REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655116","quote_1_text":"My engine is blown at only 80,000 miles. Dealer said bad lifter. I was on the freeway and with no warning I lost power and black smoke","quote_2_odi":"11519684","quote_2_text":"After lifters on engine failed on original engine at approximately 47K miles, engine was rebuilt. Received Tahoe back with 47,791 miles on odometer","quote_3_odi":"11494209","quote_3_text":"My 6 yr old chevy Tahoe felt like it was hesitating when driving. I called my local garage and dropped it off. They informed me after inspection that the lifters have failed and now cylinders are in deactivation made","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line and tank leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11461654","quote_1_text":"On 18 Apr 2022, my 2016 Chevrolet Tahoe LTZ was found to have a gas leak around the fuel tank area when the car was taken to the Chevrolet Service Center for an oil change","quote_2_odi":"11478322","quote_2_text":"The fuel supply hose/line from the fuel tank to the vehicle connection rubbed through, due to a loose fit where it attaches to the tank, causing a fuel leak","quote_3_odi":"11598715","quote_3_text":"While driving up a hill on a road trip the vehicle felt as if it wouldn't speed up when pressing on the accelerator- this was short lived. Upon parking in the driveway after the trip my husband noticed a fuel smell coming from the rear driver side of vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-low-speed-brake-effort","label":"Brake pedal effort at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752862","quote_1_text":"I have been having issues with the brakes on my 2016 Chevy Tahoe for as long as I can remember. When going very slow, such as in a parking lot or pulling into a parking space, my car feels like I am driving on ice when I brake","quote_2_odi":"11405678","quote_2_text":"WHILE APPLYING BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE AT SLOW SPEEDS (UNDER 15 MPH), AND WHILE IN REVERSE GEAR, MY 2016 CHEVROLET TAHOE LS FAILS TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"11162271","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, PARTICULARLY TO PARK, THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK. YOU CAN PUT THE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE KEEPS GOING. THIS ONLY OCCURS WHEN AT A SLOWER SPEED, IN BOTH DRIVE AND REVERSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-paint-clear-coat-failure","label":"Paint and clear coat delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747435","quote_1_text":"THERE IS DELAMINATION HAPPENING ON THE HOOD AND ROOF OF MY CAR AND IS PUTTING THE INTEGRITY OF THE CAR AT RISK WITH BARE METAL BEING EXPOSED TO THE ELEMENTS THUS CAUSING RUST AND BREAK DOWN OF THE STRUCTURE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11374315","quote_2_text":"THE EXTERIOR PAINT STARTING FADING, CLEAR COAT NOT HOLDING UP","quote_3_odi":"11279545","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2016 CHEVY TAHOE WITH 33,000 MILES ON IT AND THE PAINT ON THE HOOD AND ROOF AND THE SIDES OF THE SUV IS CRACKING WITH LINES / SWIRL RUNNING ALL OVER THE OUTSIDE OF THE SUV I BROUGHT IT TO A COUPLE BODY SHOP AND INFORM ME THE TRUCK WAS NOT PAINTED PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Stabilitrak warning with power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11627985","quote_1_text":"The stabilitrak light comes on and the whole vehicle shuts off, this happens while driving and turning, the entire vehicle loses power","quote_2_odi":"11616472","quote_2_text":"On 4 plus occasions, the steering wheel would lock up, I would get warnings that the stabilitrak, the park assist was disabled. The engine shut off. This happens during driving","quote_3_odi":"11403380","quote_3_text":"WHEN I START TAHOE SERVICE STABILITRAK, SERVICE POWER STEERING, STEERING ASSIST REDUCED DRIVE WITH CAUTION, AND PARK ASSIST OFF ALL FLASH ON DASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-suspension-strut-failure","label":"Shock and strut failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11432187","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is less than 5 years old, has less than 63K miles, and the front struts are blown and leaking oil and rear shock is locked up","quote_2_odi":"11443794","quote_2_text":"2016 Tahoe with 57,000 miles. All 4 of the shocks are locked up. The truck bumps very hard with no give making control at high speeds dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11279721","quote_3_text":"IN MAY 2018, OUR UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLIES WERE LOOSE AND MAKING NOISES WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS. WE TOOK THE CAR TO LES SCHWAB AND THEY FOUND FAILURE OF BOTH FRONT CONTROL ARMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699351","quote_1_text":"At 155,000 miles transmission shudders and slips gears. Torque, converter went out and started slipping more and whining and making a grinding sound. Transmission had to be completely rebuilt, with all six clutches, and a brand new torque converter had to be installed","quote_2_odi":"11524650","quote_2_text":"While traveling a major highway (70 mph) over the holiday weekend, I experienced a loss of engine power. The RPM's went up to 5 while I decreased speed","quote_3_odi":"11407518","quote_3_text":"I FIRST NOTICED THE VEHICLE DID NOT WANT TO GO A COUPLE TIMES AFTER BEING AT A RED LIGHT. ACTED AS IF IT WAS IN NEUTRAL AND THEN WOULD ABRUPTLY SHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-ac-condenser-leak","label":"Air conditioning condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11455831","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle with a UV light, he noticed there was a refrigerant leak in the air conditioning condenser","quote_2_odi":"11339067","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET TAHOE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER AIR CONDITIONING NO LONGER OPERATED AS NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"11672604","quote_3_text":"In my tahoe, my ac stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Hard brake pedal and reduced stopping power at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11496254","quote_1_text":"Tahoe brake system failing, takes longer to stop. Brake pedal begins to feel solid on activation with little effect to slow or stop","quote_2_odi":"11497314","quote_2_text":"HARD BRAKE PEDAL RESULTING IN LITTLE OR NO STOPPING POWER WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AT LOW SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11724946","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V645000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure occurred after the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-clearcoat-peeling","label":"Factory clearcoat peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733571","quote_1_text":"The factory-applied clearcoat on my 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe is failing and delaminating. The clearcoat is peeling away from the base coat in sheets, exposing the underlying paint to the elements","quote_2_odi":"11646208","quote_2_text":"I have a 2017 Chevy Tahoe Z71, and the paint on the hood , now moving to the top of the Tahoe is showing visible defects","quote_3_odi":"11338012","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT ON THE HOOD AND ROOF OF THE VEHICLE APPEARS TO BE OXIDIZING. IT IS ROUGH TO THE TOUCH, PATCHY, AND CONTINUES TO GET WORSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-engine-lifter-misfire","label":"5.3L engine lifter, camshaft, and misfire failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737642","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe LT 4WD with a 5.3L engine experienced sudden drivability issues related to confirmed AFM lifter failure, including severe engine misfires (P0300), rough idle, shaking at stoplights, and significant loss of power while driving uphill and under load","quote_2_odi":"11699098","quote_2_text":"At 92,000 miles the lifters went out in vehicle. Repairs were done and replaced the gaskets, lifters and head bolts","quote_3_odi":"11750115","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine started running rough","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-infotainment-malfunction","label":"Touchscreen and radio system malfunction while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11658961","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONIC SCREEN AND COMPUTER FUNCTION IS FAILING. PHONE CALLS ARE DROPPED AND OTHER FUNCTIONALITY IS FAILING INCLUDING THE INFORMATION SCREEN","quote_2_odi":"11751928","quote_2_text":"They radio screen and radio navigation system. It will run batteries down replaced 2 Batteries this year","quote_3_odi":"11416357","quote_3_text":"RADIO MY LINK SWITCHES AND CAUSES YOUR DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING. THE SCREEN SWITCHED NAVIGATION, RADIO, PHONE LINKS AND CAUSES MAJOR DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay and deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11047735","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I FIRST RECEIVED NOTICE OF THE RECALL IN JULY 2016. AS OF TODAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2017 WHEN I SPOKE WITH THE DEALER, THERE IS STILL NOT A PLAN TO RECTIFY THE SITUATION / REPLACE THE FAULTY AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11523892","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, another vehicle crashed into the rear of the contact's vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11413708","quote_3_text":"SEVERE BURNS TO ARMS , HANDS, FOREARMS, WRISTS UPON AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT . THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING STRIGHT ON A 2 LANE HIWAY WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE CROSSED OVER INTO THE ONCOMING LANE AND STRUCK THE TAHOE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2017-transmission-failure","label":"6L80 automatic transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":173,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673499","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11743919","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Chevrolet Tahoe equipped with a 6L80 transmission began experiencing transmission-related drivability issues at approximately 130,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11533525","quote_3_text":"The transmission malfunctioned at 100K miles. I was traveling on a major interstate and the car could not power forward. The dealership has confirmed that the transmission needs replacing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-ac-condenser-refrigerant-leak","label":"AC condenser and refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11301313","quote_1_text":"AC CONDENSER LEAK. APPEARS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM AS 2015-2017 ISSUE THAT REQUIRED GM TO PROVIDE A SPECIAL COVERAGE ADJUSTMENT. REPAIR REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF CONDENSER AND NEW REFRIGERANT","quote_2_odi":"11558655","quote_2_text":"AC stopped blowing cold air due to a broken condenser weld issue commonly found in previous recalls 2014-2017","quote_3_odi":"11743752","quote_3_text":"The rear AC evaporator located behind the paneling in the rear of the vehicle was leaking AC freon r-1234yf. This was diagnosed after a weeks long troubleshooting by my mechanic trying to find the leak in the rear AC lines causing the vehicle to fail the vacuum test","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11166370","quote_1_text":"SITTING IN TRAFFIC ON I 95 AND HAD TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE AND BEGAN ROLLING BACK IN TRAFFIC AND HAD USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR TWICE","quote_2_odi":"11430679","quote_2_text":"As I drove the 2018 Chevy Tahoo the brakes got really hard to press and would no longer stop. I was finally able to get it to stop and moved off the road","quote_3_odi":"11689128","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the brake pedal had to be depressed very hard to start the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-engine-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11664806","quote_1_text":"Complete Engine failure due to the camshaft being destroyed. Dealership said it was due to the lifters","quote_2_odi":"11726485","quote_2_text":"Was driving approximately 45MPH and the truck just slowly powered down and \"Engine Power Reduced\" and eventually cut off and wouldn't crank back up","quote_3_odi":"11493707","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and abruptly slowed down and lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11455663","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the power steering assist failed. The failure occurred on several occasions, which nearly caused a collision","quote_2_odi":"11324804","quote_2_text":"THANK GOD MY WIFE OR SOMEONE WASN'T DRIVING AT THIS TIME : GOT IN THE VEHICLE, STARTED AND A SERVICE VEHICLE CAME ON.. IT SAID ' POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE '. I COULD NOT EVEN TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11599841","quote_3_text":"First occasion the car drove fine with no indication of an issue. Then once the car was turned off then on, the dash showed no lights or gauges and indicated that the steering assist is not working and the wheel was impossible to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-roof-water-leak-headliner","label":"Roof water leak into headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751098","quote_1_text":"EVERYTIME IT RAINS REALLY HARD, MY DRIVERS SIDE B PILLAR WHERE THE HANDLE AND SEAT BELT IS, IS SOAK AND WET FROM A LEAK. THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"11749000","quote_2_text":"WHEN IT RAINS REALLY HARD, THE ROOF IN THE B PILLAR LEAKS ABOVE THE SEAT BELT AREA INTO THE HEADLINER. MY HUSBAND WHO IS AN AUTOBODY TECHNICIAN HAS MADE SURE MY SUNROOF LINES ARE CLEAR AND THE WINDSHIELD MOLDINGS AND SEALS ARE GOOD","quote_3_odi":"11317261","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2018 CHEVROLET TAHOE WITHIN THE FIRST YEAR THE SUNROOF STARTED LEAKING. I HAD IT REPAIRED THE FIRST TIME IN AUGUST. SECOND TIME IT WAS REPAIRED WAS IN NOVEMBER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-trailer-brake-warning-message","label":"Trailer brake system warning message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11527702","quote_1_text":"The Trailer Brake System Service light and ding constantly go off while doing standard driving without any type of towing involved. I have never used a trailer on the vehicle; however, the ding and service light are a distraction and cannot be turned off","quote_2_odi":"11504322","quote_2_text":"Trailer brake system warning, I can’t drive, because it buzz me off! Never used trailer","quote_3_odi":"11506512","quote_3_text":"Purchased brand new Chevy 2018 Tahoe in April 2019. Overall good car never had any issues until 02/08/23 as I was driving a got a service alert \"Trailer Brake System\", It was so random since we have not hauled anything for that to even become a problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2018-transmission-slipping-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11743074","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure at 127,000 miles. Multiple flairs in transmission resulting in total rebuild","quote_2_odi":"11670902","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure at 110,000 miles. No warning lights, no codes. The transmission was slipping during acceleration, random rpm bouncing at a steady speed, acting lost in gears, slow power up hills then takes off. Currently sitting at a chevy dealership","quote_3_odi":"11652910","quote_3_text":"Transmission is overheating and forcing the truck into limp mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-ac-system-failure","label":"Air conditioning system failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11586355","quote_1_text":"The a/c compressor on my 2019 Tahoe with 60,000 miles no longer works. It will not blow cold air out and was not discovered until it was super hot outside","quote_2_odi":"11592582","quote_2_text":"the vehicles have a serious defect that causes the air conditioning systems to crack and leak refrigerant, lose pressure, and fail to function properly to provide cooled air into the vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11331496","quote_3_text":"CAR IS A LITTLE OVER 18 MONTHS OLD AND AC PROBLEM JUST LIKE OTHER TAHOES SAME PROBLEM BUT THIS TIME ALL COILS ARE ON BACK ORDER AND NO DATE FOR REPLACEMENT IT IS SUMMER AND CAN NOT USE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11696288","quote_1_text":"Hit a road sign at 45mph - airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11678729","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH straight during heavy traffic, the vehicle was T-boned and crashed into a second vehicle, causing severe damage to the front end of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11395338","quote_3_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE HIT AT 35-40 MPH WHILE TAHOE MOVING AT 7 MPH. SUBSTANTIAL DAMAGE INCLUDING DESTROYING CARS FRAME. NOT A SINGLE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. NO SEATBELT LOCK UPS. DRIVER HIT HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL CAUSING INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11601450","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is owned by the City of Fort Lauderdale Police Department. We are submitting complaints for multiple Tahoe's that have stopped during operation causing extreme danger to our staff and other drivers in the city","quote_2_odi":"11594218","quote_2_text":"The cause is always bad fuel pumps and our units have had to have the pumps replaced in some cases multiple times. 1/2023 Vehicle stalled while idling - Replaced Fuel Pump 8/2023 Vehicle stalls while idling - Replaced Fuel Pump","quote_3_odi":"11581373","quote_3_text":"The vehicle just turned off and locked up while driving and the check engine light was on that presented Code P2635 and P018B","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-infotainment-cluster-glitch","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11674050","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the navigation system screen image was jumping and flipping, and occasionally failed to display an image","quote_2_odi":"11523211","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that the infotainment center lighting and instrument panel lighting was flickering. The instrument panel display switched from the mileage and RPM display to the radio settings that was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11514326","quote_3_text":"The instrument cluster. I found a bulletin that describes my problem word for word along with multiple complaints online with the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11753717","quote_1_text":"Engine lifter failure and bent push rod","quote_2_odi":"11719233","quote_2_text":"2019 Tahoe Chevrolet purchased in October 2025 and engine locked up in January 2026 when Engine Valve Lifter went out. I kept car serviced. Went to start vehicle one morning and it started making the loudest noise as if it had bad gas","quote_3_odi":"11658570","quote_3_text":"On 10/23/24 the vehicle's 6.2 L L87 engine seized while driving on a state highway (similar to the later models already under recall) putting myself and other drivers at risk through a sudden loss of power and speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11502295","quote_1_text":"Vehicle lost power steering while driving. Steering became difficult and unsafe while family was in vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11459611","quote_2_text":"Sudden and unexpected loss of power steering several times. In all cases, the loss of power steering has happened when starting the car. Turning the ignition off and immediately on again did not resolve the issue","quote_3_odi":"11192651","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 70MPH THE POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT ANY WARNING, NEARLY CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11756859","quote_1_text":"My transmission completely went out at 130,000 miles. We had to buy a whole new transmission. It has had regular maintenance on it. Rpm would skyrocket the car wouldn’t move","quote_2_odi":"11700961","quote_2_text":"The automatic transmission on my 2019 Chevrolet Tahoe has failed prematurely at approximately 88,000 miles. The dealership confirmed internal transmission damage, specifically that Solenoid #3 in the valve body is sticking and not engaging","quote_3_odi":"11638333","quote_3_text":"Transmission needed replacing at 110,000 miles. Torque converter went bad","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11701729","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the crash was a single vehicle crash and there was severe damage to the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the air bags should have deployed but failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11435384","quote_2_text":"The driver sustained a neck fracture and medical attention was provided. A police report was filed. There was no reported fire. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11339175","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD CRASHING INTO A WALL ON A DRIVEWAY OF A HOME NEARBY. THE VEHICLE'S AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11510031","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera goes off starts with striped blurry lines then goes to blue screen says “service rear vision system”","quote_2_odi":"11507851","quote_2_text":"Back up camera does not work. Quick google search shows this is a common issue in GM vehicles with no real identifiable fix","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-brake-assist-failure","label":"Loss of brake assist and rotor deterioration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11733810","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of brake assist due to a failure of the vacuum brake pump. The brake pedal became extremely hard, and the vehicle would not slow or stop as expected","quote_2_odi":"11691929","quote_2_text":"While driving toward intersection, light changed to red. Applied pressure to brake pedal and pedal became extremely difficult to press. Vehicle was not slowing as expected with pedal pressure becoming very hard to press to slow vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11542387","quote_3_text":"Both front rotors are flaking off in large chunks only on the inside. 35,500 miles . Outside smooth as butter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-l87-engine-failure","label":"Internal engine failure in 6.2L V8","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11754970","quote_1_text":"The 6.2L L87 V8 engine in my 2020 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier RST suffered a catastrophic internal component failure while operating. The engine experienced a sudden, severe internal mechanical breakdown involving the crankshaft or connecting rod bearings, completely disabling the","quote_2_odi":"11718762","quote_2_text":"Lifter failed on my Chevy Tahoe 6.2L engine at ~75K miles in September 2025. One lifter bank was replaced. No reason for lifter failure was given. Less than 5 months later the other lifter bank has failed and damaged the cam shaft","quote_3_odi":"11638463","quote_3_text":"I purchased this vehicle in January 2024. With less than 40k miles on it. I drove it for approx 2 months and the entire engine seized up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-l87-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector and fuel rail failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729748","quote_1_text":"It was diagnosed by the Chevrolet dealership in Chester, VA as suffering severe failure of ALL 8 fuel injectors, fuel rails and connector harnesses, resulting in a 15 day repair wait and a $4,644.50 bill not including other expenses such as lodging/car rental","quote_2_odi":"11690647","quote_2_text":"It was diagnosed after 1 day in the shop that all 8 fuel injectors and the two fuel rails were corroded and had snapped upon inspection.( photos were sent to me)","quote_3_odi":"11684913","quote_3_text":"Upon mechanic inspection they found a malfunctioning high pressure fuel pump. This part was recalled on other vehicles of the same model year due to bad welds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11725362","quote_1_text":"Suddenly lost all power steering, then warning power steering attention, no control for steering, very dangerous, couldn't drive vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11436172","quote_2_text":"Stopped at a traffic light my power steering warning light on the dash came on. After that I had no power steering, and the vehicle is very difficult to steer","quote_3_odi":"11468147","quote_3_text":"Once this happens it is really hard for me to steer AND I lose acceleration as well. Imagine losing acceleration in the middle of an intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system warning light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11590173","quote_1_text":"After visiting the internet I then saw other complaints about the module on the dash for the trailer brake adjustment having repeated complaints","quote_2_odi":"11599209","quote_2_text":"Trailer brake warning message, making car un drive able","quote_3_odi":"11465099","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the service trailer brake system warning light illuminated intermittently. The recurrence of the warning light being illuminated had increased mostly while driving at highway speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11747899","quote_1_text":"I was driving my truck on the highway, suddenly it began to hesitate and making a loud winding out noise. The truck was hesitate on going forward","quote_2_odi":"11570198","quote_2_text":"High pitched whine between 2nd and 3rd gear, dealership states fluid and filter full of metal shavings transmission needed replaced","quote_3_odi":"11626645","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle's RPM's accelerated quickly and then the vehicle stopped in the middle of the road and would not move. I could not even get it to the side of the road to be out of traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2021-electrical-display-feature-loss","label":"Electrical and display module faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 410 total)","source_complaint_count":410,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11717162","quote_1_text":"Vehicle taken into dealership for maintenance, after car received cars system software malfunctioned. Display screen went black and states \"return to dealer. failed update\" due to this issue I don't have access to car settings with most features are unavailable. All warning…","quote_2_odi":"11722698","quote_2_text":"My truck was driving perfect and I went to pull into a parking lot in Arkansas where I live in long story short it started acting funny trying to idle out and then I heard a knocking noise. It happened twice. Then my service ESV light come on next my motor light come on then my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2021-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 410 total)","source_complaint_count":410,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11689983","quote_1_text":"Was in stop and go traffic. Car suddenly said “conditions not correct for shift” and engine died. The car would not turn on and it could not be put into neutral therefore was stuck in the lane stopping all traffic on the NJ turnpike. It created a safety issue for that reason as…","quote_2_odi":"11729146","quote_2_text":"Without warning my Tahoe would no start 60 miles from home due to a faulty fuel pump module. I was stranded and the vehicle needed to be towed to a GM dealership for repairs. Many 2021 Chevrolet Tahoes have been recalled for this problem and I believe my vehicle should be…","quote_3_odi":"11698708","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally request a review of my vehicle’s eligibility for Recall N212332040. I own a 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, which is currently not listed under the affected vehicles for this recall. However, based on the recall description and the symptoms outlined, I believe my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2021-headlight-adjuster","label":"Driver-side headlight adjuster breakage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 410 total)","source_complaint_count":410,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11720423","quote_1_text":"Drivers side head lamp adjuster broke inexplicably. I noticed while driving that the headlight was pointing down towards the ground. No warnings of any kind. I made no attempts to adjust the headlight either before or after the issue was noticed. It is difficult to drive at…","quote_2_odi":"11700891","quote_2_text":"Driver's side headlight adjuster screw breaks very easily, and makes the headlight beam be too low with inability to adjust it. There is no way to replace it... it requires a change of the entire headlight, which requires removing the entire grill. A cheap piece that makes…","quote_3_odi":"11709589","quote_3_text":"I recently purchased this vehicle from a dealer in FL, but unknown to me at the time was the headlight adjuster on driver side was broken, causing the aim to drop to the bottom limit. This causes only the passenger side light to illuminate the road. I discovered this problem…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2021-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure with misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 410 total)","source_complaint_count":410,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11743348","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2021 Chevrolet Tahoe, the check engine light illuminated. Shortly thereafter, the engine began shaking severely and I heard clicking and popping noises from the engine compartment. The following morning, the vehicle was barely operable, shaking excessively and…","quote_2_odi":"11680933","quote_2_text":"Engine starting banging loudly and misfiring. There was a loss of power and engine codes. Brought to the dealer and they said cylinder #4 was misfiring due to a stuck lifter, bent push rod and destoyed cam. Total cost of repair was $9200. Vehicle is less than 4 years old an has…","quote_3_odi":"11713669","quote_3_text":"While driving normally, the vehicle developed engine performance issues and was diagnosed with a catastrophic camshaft failure at approximately 85,000 miles. The vehicle has received regular oil changes with full documentation and has not been abused or neglected. A licensed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2021-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 410 total)","source_complaint_count":410,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11743568","quote_1_text":"My vehicle would not shift into reverse. Took it into the Chevrolet service and they said the Valve body needs replaced. There are known issues with the Valve body in 2021 Tahoe but they said it is not covered under any of the GM extended warranties. It should be covered under…","quote_2_odi":"11739913","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed. Only warning was check engine light on 10 minutes prior to failure. At 30 mph on city road car was suddenly coasting, engine rpms revved to 7-8k, no driving power available for approximately 30 seconds. 'Drive' reingaged but apparently in limp mode enough…","quote_3_odi":"11721561","quote_3_text":"I was driving yesterday and noticed my transmission started to shift hard and unnecessarily. Then I received a warning that propulsion was affected and to drive with care. The check engine light came on. I was able to make it home, but the vehicle wouldn't go into reverse. I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-electrical-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Parasitic battery drain and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703579","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated sudden battery drain & no-start events, occurring approximately once per week. These failures happen without warning, sometimes after the vehicle is parked for as little as 6 hrs.  All dealer updates & software campaigns were completed.…","quote_2_odi":"11518660","quote_2_text":"DEAD BATTERY 3 TIMES in a 35 day period.  We drove vehicle (2022 Tahoe) 15 months without any issues.  February 9, 2023 we had the main instrument cluster not come on when vehicle was started, we cut off / restarted vehicle and instrument…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-engine-seizure-loss-of-propulsion","label":"6.2L and 5.3L engine seizure with sudden loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551432","quote_1_text":"Our family of 5 (including 2 children and an infant) was driving 70 mph westbound on Interstate 40 east of Knoxville, TN when our 2022 Tahoe RST engine seized.  For a few seconds, we had no steering, braking or acceleration and the dashboard began flashing.  After a few seconds…","quote_2_odi":"11645628","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH with her child in a car seat in the rear seat, a message advising her to press the Push to Start button was displayed. The vehicle then shifted to neutral(N) unintendedly and stalled, and a semi-truck nearly crashed into the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-fuel-propulsion-module-failure","label":"Fuel pump or propulsion control module failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669711","quote_1_text":"On 6/26/2025, I was on an elevated one lane exit ramp of a major freeway. My 2022 Tahoe suddenly lost complete power with no warning at all. The car behind me slammed on his brakes and narrowly missed me as I could do nothing except get as close to the concrete barrier as…","quote_2_odi":"11570893","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was driven into parking lot and was idling. Without warning, it began misfiring and stalled.  Vehicle would not restart and was towed to the nearest dealer. The diagnosis was a fuel pump driver module that had internally shorted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-onstar-telematics-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739786","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was recently diagnosed by SERRA CHEVROLET as having a failed module, which has rendered numerous essential features inoperative. This is not an isolated incident; there is clear evidence of a widespread failure affecting thousands of GM and Chevrolet owners. The…","quote_2_odi":"11682797","quote_2_text":"I along with many owners have experienced the widespread OnStar/telematics module failures in the current generation Tahoe and GM vehicles, which cause onboard system outages like navigation, safety alerts, city emergency services, cellular connectivity, Android Auto/Apple…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof and body water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11490129","quote_1_text":"Vehicle developed a roof leak in June. The leak caused water to pour out of the overhead console on to the dash, seat belt reels, the overhead light fixtures and on the drivers feet after running through the dash.  Taken to dealer where it was in the shop for four weeks…","quote_2_odi":"11594196","quote_2_text":"2022 Chevy Tahoe Z71. Sunroof leaked about 6 months after purchase. Could hear water sloshing overhead and then water came out of several places inside vehicle; a/c vents for 2nd and 3rd row, front wheel wells and seatbelt housings. Carpet and seats were soaked and after 2 more…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission control valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755417","quote_1_text":"2022 Chevy Tahoe went into limp mode at 62,500 miles out of the blue and check engine light came on.  At the certified Chevy dealership I was told it was the transmission control valve, Code P2732, which is a known widespread factory issue in these models.  Upon further…","quote_2_odi":"11662116","quote_2_text":"Faulty valve body Safety was put at risk, I was traveling on a 4 lane road at 45 mph when my vehicle experienced a significant jump in RPM with immediate loss of propulsion. I immediately drove to the dealership as the incident was frightening.  The vehicle was also not able to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2022-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor stoppage during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685717","quote_1_text":"Wipers failed during heavy rain in heavy traffic on 7/3/25. Wipers randomly started working. The wipers failed again during a heavy rain on 8/13/25 again in moderate traffic.  Wipers failed during heavy rain, was unable to see while driving on an Interstate","quote_2_odi":"11729144","quote_2_text":"Driving down the freeway and it began raining. The wipers worked and then they just stopped working and it was pouring in the rain. I had to pull over because I couldn’t see. This has happened two other times","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure with dashboard warning cascade","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11643517","quote_1_text":"I went to reverse and my brakes didn’t work, the error then came on dash “break system failure max speed 43 mph” I then had to drift into a parking lot to wait for my car to stop. Car dealership said they can’t find anything wrong, I have images showing the error","quote_2_odi":"11719052","quote_2_text":"Since 15,394 miles vehicle has experience multiple system failures upon vehicle startup. 2/24, 2/25, 12/25, 1/26. In all of these 4 instances the brakes become spongy/hard, steering wheel locks, and I am not able to control vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11637911","quote_3_text":"On January 21, 2025 while with my family in -15 degrees, the vehicle suddenly went into ABS lock. We were completely immobilized and unable to move the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2023-l87-engine-failure","label":"6.2L L87 engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":125,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740051","quote_1_text":"While traveling at 55mph yesterday, I experienced a full engine failure which shut the car off fully while traveling on a single lane double yellow road. I was able to coast to a secure location. The car will not start or go into neutral","quote_2_odi":"11732988","quote_2_text":"On April 10th, while traveling approximately 7 hours from home on a very busy highway in [XXX] , my 2023 Chevrolet Tahoe (6.2L engine) suffered a complete and catastrophic engine failure, requiring a full engine replacement","quote_3_odi":"11669503","quote_3_text":"While traveling on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost all power. The gas pedal became unresponsive, and the engine ceased functioning entirely—without any prior warning or indicators. I was forced to coast into a nearby parking lot to prevent a potential collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2023-onstar-electrical-failure","label":"OnStar and electrical module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628473","quote_1_text":"Onstar Telematics Module failure. Part is on backorder with no ETA. This module failure removes the navigation, Onstar services including safety notifications, clocks can stop working, Android auto/Apple Carplay services are not functional or intermittently working","quote_2_odi":"11554953","quote_2_text":"This is a brand new vehicle with a known problem to GM yet they keep selling them and admit they cannot fix it. The audio system, including the blinker sound, is warning systems and hands free phone capabilities do not work properly, if at all","quote_3_odi":"11714438","quote_3_text":"I purchased a 2023 Chevy Tahoe in Oct 2025. Since then, I have been trying to figure out how to set up the myChevrolet app. The OnStar button doesn’t work so I called OnStar","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751780","quote_1_text":"Rear wheels suddenly lock up momentarily during downshift at 30-50 mph (most reproducible 35-40)","quote_2_odi":"11682088","quote_2_text":"Torque converter needed to be replaced, and then a week later still had the same shuttering and loss of power and the valve body needed to be replaced. Got it back and it still is shuddering and hard shifting","quote_3_odi":"11660279","quote_3_text":"Vehicle down shifted hard and dash board lit up. Wouldn’t shift any higher than 4th or 5th gear. Fortunately we were only going about 35mph. If we would have been on the interstate as we had been the 2 previous days on our trip to Florida it could have been deadly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2023-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure during precipitation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744525","quote_1_text":"Following a GM-initiated over-the-air (OTA) software update on May 18, 2026, my vehicle's windshield wipers became permanently inoperable — stuck in the \"on\" position with no ability to turn them off. This is not a gradual mechanical failure or wear-and-tear issue","quote_2_odi":"11710992","quote_2_text":"For the third time, my windshield wipers quit working in the middle of a rain/snow storm. Have taken the vehicle into GM service under warranty twice, the first time they updated the software but that repair only lasted a few months","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2024-electrical-audio-dropout","label":"Electrical system shutdown and audio dropout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11633321","quote_1_text":"Audible warnings for turn signals, Blind Spot monitoring and lane monitoring periodically quits along with all sound from radio and Bluetooth system. Haptic feedback on lane change seems to not function at this time as well. Warning lights function. This has occurred 7 times…","quote_2_odi":"11648085","quote_2_text":"vehicle has been doing this since February 2024 but dealer would state the recall would fix the issue. February 18 2025 vehicle claimed to have a dead battery. Took to dealer once it was jumped they kept till February 28,2025 when I picked up vehicle less than 5 mile down the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2024-engine-stall-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Engine stall and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11717751","quote_1_text":"Dealer checked the 6.2L motor for known defects. It \"passed\" inspection on 11/20/25 and got the thicker oil (OW-40). The engine lost propulsion (\"died\") 3 times on a 55mph State Highway on 02/09/26 with my 4 year old in the car with me. It died and came to a complete stop in one…","quote_2_odi":"11663461","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH after a vacation, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull into a truck stop. The vehicle stalled and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2024-power-train-transmission-failure","label":"Power train and transmission shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11719850","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that on four occasions while in reverse (R), the \"Service Transmission\" message was displayed, and the vehicle failed to reverse. The contact was able to shift into drive(D). The vehicle was taken to a dealer on four…","quote_2_odi":"11652145","quote_2_text":"Brand new 2024 Z71 Tahoe at 11,000 miles had transmission failure due to the transmission valve body failing. No previous issues, has never driven long distance, has never towed anything. While in school drop off line was alerted and given an error message on screen stating…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2024-service-brakes-failure","label":"Service brakes failure while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11673634","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway last Friday. I went to slow down to get into another lane and My Tahoe started saying “break failure” and I had no breaks to stop my Tahoe. I pressed the break as far down as I could and had no way to stop. I took my foot off the gas and I drove 10…","quote_2_odi":"11661729","quote_2_text":"Total system brake failure while driving on interstate. Unable to stop or slow vehicle, had to run off road to avoid traffic and coast to stop.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2024-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering system malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11636056","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the steering wheel jerked to the left and to the right. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that…","quote_2_odi":"11656853","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 25-30 MPH the steering system locked up for a 2-3 second period not allowing the driver to maintain the desired direction of vehicle movement. The first incident occurred while navigating a turn in the road, the second occurred while turning left…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2025-auto-braking-false-activation","label":"Automatic braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11725987","quote_1_text":"I have a 2025 Chevy Tahoe and the automatic braking system is way too sensitive. When I’m reversing, it constantly slams on the brakes even when I still have enough space and nothing is in my way. It also brakes when people are nearby but not actually in my path.","quote_2_odi":"11696183","quote_2_text":"When backing up the auto braking brakes very hard sudden stop without warning even though no objects near by. Appears to be from shadows and made worse when it is raining and the camera has water on the lense. I turned off the backup auto braking and it still does it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2025-brake-assist-failure","label":"Loss of brake assist and ABS/ESC warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11733952","quote_1_text":"I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe Premier for repeated brake assist/braking failures. Most recent incident: While driving, the check engine light came on. I turned the vehicle off for approximately 10 minutes and restarted it, but the check engine…","quote_2_odi":"11684474","quote_2_text":"Driving along the highway in cruise control at about 70mph without any trailer being pulled. Suddenly I got brake errors. ABS, ESC, Trailer brake error failures all popped on the dash warnings. Brakes were unresponsive only applying hard pressure to the brake pedal was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2025-engine-failure-power-loss","label":"Engine failure and sudden loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746197","quote_1_text":"On May 19, 2026, my 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe suffered a sudden, catastrophic engine failure while traveling at 60 mph on a public roadway. I originally took retail delivery of this vehicle brand new on October 29, 2025, with only 14 miles on the odometer; at the time of the failure,…","quote_2_odi":"11718848","quote_2_text":"*Total Engine Destruction from Thrust Bearing Failure (GM Bulletin 25-NA-307) * Yes, failure has been confirmed at Chevy Dealership (Davis Chevrolet Gainesville FL) * Yes, problem has been reproduced at dealership *Only the dealer service department has confirmed failure *No…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2025-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11735517","quote_1_text":"On Friday May 1, 2026 while parked at my home, the rear glass lift gate burst into multiple shards. I have taken a few photos of the outside as I found it. In my surprise, I failed to photograph the glass in the interior of the vehicle. I have owned this car since new, since…","quote_2_odi":"11735530","quote_2_text":"As i was driving down the road at approximately 40-45mph the sunroof spontaneously exploded. Sounded like a shotgun going off. Fortunately i had the sun shade shut but still tiny glass shards came in and fell on my child and the entire interior in the mid section of vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2025-rpm-surge-reduced-power","label":"RPM surge and reduced power mode while accelerating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11744161","quote_1_text":"On June 12, 2026, while operating my 2025 Chevrolet Tahoe, I experienced an apparent powertrain or transmission-related issue. At the time, the vehicle was already exhibiting another defect involving the air conditioning system, with the driver's side blowing hot air and the…","quote_2_odi":"11739602","quote_2_text":"***SAFETY/DANGER*** On April 12th at around 5:30 p.m. my family of five, to include three minor children were returning home from visiting family which live about an hour and a half away and as we're traveling on the freeway at highway speeds, in traffic, our new Tahoe…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2026-drive-power-loss","label":"Loss of drive power with service transmission alert","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723537","quote_1_text":"While driving down I35 South of wellington Ks in our new 2026 Chevy Tahoe we experienced a vehicle shift to neutral and no transmission correction available. Coasted to ditch saw “Service Transmission” notice and so turned off and on engine","quote_2_odi":"11721852","quote_2_text":"We were traveling over 70mph on a Kansa state turnpike near Wellington, Ks. and all drive power was lost! Luckily, being in the right lane we then had to coast to the right ditch lane","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2026-engine-cooling-failure","label":"Engine and radiator failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732761","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start","quote_2_odi":"11728819","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe. The contact stated that after making a long-distance trip, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the side mirrors were moving independently, and the vehicle failed to start after several attempts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Tahoe","model_slug":"tahoe","cluster_id":"tahoe-2026-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall or failure at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749803","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new 2026 Chevrolet Tahoe approximately five months ago, and it currently has only 11,300 miles. Unfortunately, while driving on the highway last night, the 6.2L engine suffered a catastrophic failure","quote_2_odi":"11726900","quote_2_text":"While driving down [XXX] the car started making a weird noise as we slowed down for an upcoming light. The light changed and as we started to drive again the check engine light came on and I lost power steering","quote_3_odi":"11739140","quote_3_text":"Engine locked up at 10,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/tahoe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and airbag warning light malfunctions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11754385","quote_1_text":"During the crash, no air bags in the vehicle deployed. The contact sustained neck, shoulders, and back injuries and was transported to the local hospital","quote_2_odi":"11668390","quote_2_text":"My airbags didn’t go off in crash","quote_3_odi":"10821640","quote_3_text":"ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-electrical-fire-smoke","label":"Electrical fire or smoke from door switch or engine bay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10985946","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S DOOR MASTER POWER WINDOW SWITCH MODULE GOT HOT & STARTED SMOKING. REMOVING AND LOOKING AT IT SHOWED THAT IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT LOOKS LIKE IT STARTED SOMEWHERE ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD","quote_2_odi":"11454043","quote_2_text":"a passerby heard a clicking noise and saw smoke coming from the vehicle before the vehicle caught-on fire. The fire started in the engine compartment. The fire department was contacted and arrived and extinguished the fire","quote_3_odi":"10896690","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITHOUT THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION, A FIRE ORIGINATED FROM THE DRIVER'S DOOR NEAR THE WINDOW SWITCH. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine or transmission stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11120203","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 30 MPH AND SHUT DOWN AT A SLIGHT ELEVATION. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11469864","quote_2_text":"the engine just stopped running causing us to lose all movement of car had to coast to the side of highway { busy with semis} had to call tow truck to come get it ,, it wouldn't start after trying a few times","quote_3_odi":"10836804","quote_3_text":"MY 05 TRAILBLAZER KEEPS SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET. IN A 2-MILE STRETCH IT SHUT OFF 5 TIMES WITH COMPLETE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL ALMOST CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-frame-structure-rust","label":"Frame rail and undercarriage rust-through","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11452002","quote_1_text":"Rear frame rail rust through at control arm mount locations on both driver and passenger side. In addition frame from suspension mount forward approx 2feet rust through. Vehicle was kept washed and has no other rust issues except for frame","quote_2_odi":"10926636","quote_2_text":"FRAME HAS RUSTED THOUGH, JUST DISCOVERED DURING REPLACEMENT OF RACK AND PINION BY GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"11730050","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was driven to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle with brake line failures, ABS malfunction, and severe structural deterioration of the undercarriage and the sub frame","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-fuel-gauge-malfunction","label":"Fuel gauge reads empty or inaccurate after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11714358","quote_1_text":"Fuel gauge intermittently reports empty when vehicle was just fully filled with fuel","quote_2_odi":"11331370","quote_2_text":"THE GAS GAUGE SHOWS EMPTY EVEN AFTER THE TANK IS FILLED. OTHER 2005 TRAILBLAZER MODELS HAVE HAD A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE REGARDING THE GAS GAUGE AND SENSOR BUT MY MODEL DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"10899277","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED INACCURATE FUEL AMOUNTS. AFTER FILLING THE FUEL TANK WITH FUEL, THE FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED THAT THE TANK WAS EMPTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-headlight-failure","label":"Low beam headlights shutting off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11499496","quote_1_text":"FOR SEVERAL YEARS THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OFF AND ON INTERMITTENTLY. NOW, THEY ARE MOSTLY OFF WHICH MEANS I CANNOT DRIVE MY VEHICLE AT NIGHT ANYMORE UNLESS I WANT TO BLIND PEOPLE OR GET STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"11121553","quote_2_text":"LEAVING FROM WORK AT NIGHT AND WHEN CAR INITIALLY WAS TURNED ON, THE LOW BEAMS ILLUMINATED, BUT THEN WENT OFF. I HAD TO DRIVE HOME USING FOG LAMPS AND HIGH BEAMS ONLY. THEY NEVER DID COME ON IN A 25 MINUTE DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"10749080","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING SOUTHBOUND ON I-75 IN MICHIGAN AT APPROXIMATELY 9:10 PM ON AUGUST 16, 2015, THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS WENT OUT NEAR MILE MARKER 180. THE HIGH BEAM LIGHTS AND RUNNING LIGHTS CONTINUED TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2005-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Speedometer and instrument cluster gauges misread","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":1734,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11387505","quote_1_text":"THE GAUGES DON'T WORK PROPERLY AND WHEN THE GAUGES ARE TAPPED THE TRAILBLAZER STALLS. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11191748","quote_2_text":"THE SPEEDOMETER ISN'T WORKING. I'VE BEEN HEARING HOW COMMON THIS ISSUE IS. EVERY NOW AND THEN IT WILL JUMP TO A RANDOM SPOT WHEN I START THE VEHICLE AND STAY THERE. BUT IT NEVER MOVES WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10837833","quote_3_text":"THE SPEEDOMETER HAS BECOME UNRELIABLE; IT STICKS / JERKS WHILE DRIVING AFTER WHICH IT DOES NOT DISPLAY AN ACCURATE SPEED. I'VE HAD MY SPEEDOMETER READ 30MPH WHILE COMPLETELY STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag failure to deploy or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11460322","quote_1_text":"In a very severe head on crash 4/8/2022 the air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"10966507","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A CRASH AND NEITHER FRONT AIRBAG DEPLOYED, MY INSURANCE ADJUSTER QUESTIONED IF THE AIR BAG SYSTEM EVEN WORKS. I HAVE COPY OF THE ESTIMATE TO REPAIR AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10837232","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE REAR SEAT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BE INSPECTED BY THE INSURANCE COMPANY. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-fuel-gauge-sensor","label":"Fuel gauge sensor erratic or inaccurate readings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11072821","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL GAUGE DOESN'T WORK. CAN'T TELL IF THE CAR IS FULL OR EMPTY","quote_2_odi":"10870136","quote_2_text":"THE GAS GAUGE SENOR QUIT WORKING IT IS STUCK ON EMPTY. THE MILEAGE IS 116,014 THERE HAVE BEEN OTHER'S THAT HAS REPORTED THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10775975","quote_3_text":"I FILLED UP MY TANK YESTERDAY. ONE HOUR LATER, STARTED THE CAR AND THE FUEL GUAGE READ ZERO, WITH LOW FUEL INDICATOR ON. NOW IT'S INTERMITTENT, NEVER GOING ABOVE 3/4 FULL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-headlamp-hdm-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure while driving (HDM module)","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10925304","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. THE CONTACT HAD TO MANEUVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO A COMPLETE STOP. THE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED AGAIN AFTER APPROXIMATELY FOUR MINUTES","quote_2_odi":"11151474","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO VAN CHEVROLET (8585 E FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT BLVD, SCOTTSDALE, AZ 85260) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"11048529","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHT AND DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS GO OUT COMPLETELY. IT CAN HAPPEN AT ANY TIME WHETER IT IS STATIONARY OR WHILE DRIVING. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT HEADLIGHT LAMPS GO OUT COMPLETELY MAKING IT UNSAFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration or transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10822900","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2006 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER, AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE WHILE IN DRIVE IT STOP ACCELERATING. ALL THE GEARS WERE AFFECTED (D,R,1,2,3 ) WE TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, TURNED IT BACK ON AND THE VEHICLE DROVE FOR A FEW MILES","quote_2_odi":"10748952","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ALONG AT 30 MPH AND STEPPED ON GAS TO SPEED UP TO 45 MPH WHICH WAS THE NEW SPEED LIMIT, WHEN TRIED TO ACCELERATE I HAD NOTHING. IT WAS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN NEUTRAL. I HAVE NO R/D/D3/D2/D1, NOT EVEN IN 4WD","quote_3_odi":"11096393","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPPING AND SELINOIDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or fluid leak while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11481975","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering and braking functionality. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence","quote_2_odi":"10863178","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE CONTACT NOTICED POWER STEERING FLUID UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10811643","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2006-wiper-self-activation","label":"Windshield wiper and washer fluid self-activation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":1347,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11012550","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT WINDOW WIPERS AND WINDOW WASHER OF MY 2006 TRAILBLAZER STARTED TURNING ON AUTOMATICALLY (WHEN I START THE 2006 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER, THE WIPERS AND WASHER FLUID START AND WILL NOT STOP UNTIL THE TRAILBLAZER IS TURNED OFF). I CAN NOT","quote_2_odi":"10980564","quote_2_text":"WIPERS AND WASHER FLUID WOULD START OPERATING ON THEIR OWN COULD NOT MAKE THEM STOP ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WASHER FLUID ONLY WOULD SPRAY WITHOUT WIPERS WORKING THIS IMPAIRED MY VISIBILITY OF THE ROAD AND SURROUNDING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10898170","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WERE ACTIVATED, THEY SPRAYED FLUID THAT MADE VISIBILITY IMPOSSIBLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS INDEPENDENTLY TURNED ON PERSISTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-brake-failure","label":"Sudden loss of brake stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722954","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the brakes became inoperative. The message \"Brake Failure - Speed Reduced to 53 MPH – Service Required\" was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11643617","quote_2_text":"A loud popping noise heard through the radio when light pressure applied to brakes. Noise loud enough to scare the hell out of all the occupants in the car. Brakes squeaked when car was in reverse","quote_3_odi":"11599338","quote_3_text":"The brake pedal goes to the floor and does not want to stop. There is a brake failure meesage on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-brake-squeal-pop","label":"Brake squeal and popping noise through speakers","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11515304","quote_1_text":"We purchased this 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer RS new from the dealership and we noticed on the second day of owership that the brakes were \"squealing\". The dealership initially inspected the vehicle asap and without having to go through the service department","quote_2_odi":"11374603","quote_2_text":"WHEN PARKING OR ABOUT TO MOVE AND YOU PUT FOOT ON BRAKE AND GET INTO A GEAR A LOUD AUDIBLE POPPING NOISE COMES THROUGH THE STEREO SYSTEM. IT IS VERY LOUD AND NOT BASED ON HOW LOW OR HIGH THE VOLUME OF THE STEREO IS SET","quote_3_odi":"11441763","quote_3_text":"Brakes squeal when in drive. Any amount of pressure on the brakes the car shakes and a loud squeal begins. Bought the car new in May and this issue started in June","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-cvt-delayed-engagement","label":"CVT delayed engagement and unexpected stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750836","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has 67,000 miles and suffered a catastrophic CVT transmission failure, documented by dealership diagnostic code P2714. The transmission severely slips and exhibits a dangerous 15-second delay to engage forward gear after shifting into Drive","quote_2_odi":"11734472","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a serious safety issue with my 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer related to transmission failure. The vehicle has approximately 83,000 miles. While driving, the vehicle experiences a sudden loss of power when attempting to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11693768","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that after reversing, the transmission was shifted to drive (D), but the vehicle failed to immediately recognize the selected gear. The check engine warning later illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-fuel-rail-leak","label":"Fuel rail leak with gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512267","quote_1_text":"Took to mechanic due to strong fuel smell coming from engine area. Mechanic said not safe to drive - fuel rail leaking and must be replaced - vehicle could catch fire or explode!","quote_2_odi":"11516298","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal fuel odor was coming from the vehicle, without warning","quote_3_odi":"11449335","quote_3_text":"I had a smell of gasoline inside and under hood of 2021 Trailblazer LT 1.3l. Took to Chevrolet dealer.Confirmed gas odor. Gas was leaking from fuel rail.Sevice manager said it was pouring out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-infotainment-camera","label":"Infotainment and backup camera system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561456","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle at night, while reversing the vehicle, the back-up camera image became extremely bright creating a visibility hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11490863","quote_2_text":"Shortly after purchasing my trailblazer in 2020 I noticed a glitch in the speakers where it would make a crackling noise (mainly when the car is off)","quote_3_odi":"11384075","quote_3_text":"THEIRS A DELAY ON BACKUP CAMERA.ALSO ON ANDROID PLAY IT SHUTS OF AND ON ON THE SCREEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-shift-to-park-fault","label":"Shift-to-park warning preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696558","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle failed to shift into park properly, and the message “Vehicle Not in Park” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11624902","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while the gear shifter was in the park(P), the message “Shift to Park” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11627293","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has approximately 35,000 miles of driving time on the odometer. This car will not recognize that the shift lever has been place into the Park position. Doors will not lock when the car is turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2021-turbo-power-loss","label":"Reduced engine power from turbocharger failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11598264","quote_1_text":"Turbo failure resulted in loss of engine power. I was driving down the road and the engine light came on and I got a notification that the engine was in reduced power mode. The vehicle became very sluggish and lost speed","quote_2_odi":"11640587","quote_2_text":"On numerous occasions (typically when needing to accelerate into the flow of traffic), the Reduced Engine Power message and engine light came on, the car rapidly decelerated to 35 mph, and would not accelerate rapidly","quote_3_odi":"11751316","quote_3_text":"Reduced engine powers caused by turbo charger underboost, at 91200 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2022-exhaust-bolt-failure","label":"Exhaust system bolts rusting and detaching","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754629","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway when the 3 bolts holding the exhaust under the car broke off. My exhaust was dragging down the highway until I could safely get pulled over","quote_2_odi":"11699508","quote_2_text":"The three bolts at the flange attaching the muffler to the upper muffler sheared off due to rust and the whole rear muffler fell off when driving the car on an interstate. Car is 3 years old and at the time had 65,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11681364","quote_3_text":"The bolts attaching my muffler to my exhaust pipe sheared off of my 30,000 mile 2022 chevy trailblazer at highway speed, launching them into my muffler","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2022-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11673580","quote_1_text":"On April 13, 2025, around 5:00 PM, while driving, a warning appeared on my dashboard: “Forward Collision System Reduced.” Not knowing the full meaning but understanding it could pose a safety risk, I immediately contacted the dealership the next day","quote_2_odi":"11706119","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH on an open highway with the adaptive cruise control engaged, the system sensed an unknown object and slammed on the brakes. The adaptive cruise control was turned off","quote_3_odi":"11489124","quote_3_text":"Vehicle is little over one month old and has less than two thousand (2000) miles. Adaptive Cruise has been acting erratically","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2022-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Park switch failure causing shift-to-park warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11725509","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Trailblazer. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to shift into park(P) as needed. The contact attempted to turn off the vehicle, and the message \"Shift to Park(P)” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11748701","quote_2_text":"Shift to park warning/beeping when already in park. Happening multiple times and different days","quote_3_odi":"11624529","quote_3_text":"Shift to Park is Displayed on the Driver Information Center (DIC) When Vehicle attempting to turn vehicle off. This is a known issue to manufacturer, but not warrantied fixes are being offered. (TSB 23-NA-119)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment anomalies","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727596","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway in light traffic at approximately 70 mph and changing lanes, the side airbags in my vehicle suddenly deployed without warning. There was no collision, no contact with another vehicle, no road debris, and no apparent external cause for deployment.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-brake-squeal","label":"Brake squeal and noise at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11593486","quote_1_text":"I recently bought a new Trailblazer 2023 last year.  I have had problems with a squeaking noise when I apply the brakes.  The problems have gotten considerably worse.  I have taken it to the dealership and they claim there are no problems.  I made an appointment to take it to the dealership again…","quote_2_odi":"11545409","quote_2_text":"Brakes have been squeaking since about 2,000 miles at lower speeds (parking, drive-thru, stop-and-go street traffic, etc.). Took my car into the dealership at around 7,000 miles. Dealer acknowledged the issue and says that it's due to the material that the brakes are made of.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-coolant-valve-overheat","label":"Coolant flow control valve failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743152","quote_1_text":"while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the thermostat needle went to Hot, and the Check Engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and turned off for approximately 15 minutes. Upon restarting the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11715776","quote_2_text":"Had p1098 code come up on car at 67000 issue coolant control valve assembly went bad. This a commons issue with trailblazers and other cars similar to it. Bad design cause extremely expensive repair for this component.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-exhaust-bolt-failure","label":"Exhaust pipe separation at catalytic converter junction","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705260","quote_1_text":"Exhaust fell off under normal operating conditions. Dealership (Dekalb Sycamore Chevrolet- Sycamore Illinois) stated this has been a common issue with this year group of Chevrolet Trailblazer SUVs. Dealership stated the bolts/exhaust pipe junction between the catalytic converter and pipe that…","quote_2_odi":"11724711","quote_2_text":"The bolts holding the exhaust to the catalytic converter broke while I was driving my car. The car could have flipped, the exhaust could have busted through the vehicle, or I could have caused an accident and died. This comes on the heels of the EXACT SAME THING happening to my wife's Chevy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510822","quote_1_text":"When I start my car my car play will not connect. When I start my car and put my car in reverse to use the back up camera and then put in drive the back up camera will remain on. The speakers are static sometimes. The screen will not work and it will be slow or shut off completely.","quote_2_odi":"11694730","quote_2_text":"while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster flickered, and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the radio turned off independently. The contact turned the vehicle off. The contact stated that while restarting the vehicle, the vehicle started.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park warning with vehicle in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684421","quote_1_text":"When I shift my vehicle into park and hit the button to shut it off, a \"shift to park\" message appears on the DIC screen.  I then am required to start my vehicle again, shift into gear, and then put it back into park and attempt to shut the vehicle off again.  It has taken me up to 15 minutes…","quote_2_odi":"11736042","quote_2_text":"while parking the vehicle, the computer system failed to recognize that the vehicle had been shifted into the park position, causing a \"Shift to Park\" warning light to illuminate on the instrument cluster. Although the gear selector was physically in park, the contact was unable to fully shut down…","quote_3_odi":"11740485","quote_3_text":"After the car is parked and engine completely turned off, there is a 'Shift to Park' warning and it kept on blinking and wouldn't turn off. It drains the car battery.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2023-turbo-engine-power-reduced","label":"Turbocharger failure and engine power reduction","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683446","quote_1_text":"at around 42,000 miles my Trailblazer displayed a message that engine power had been reduced and the check engine light came on.  I took it to my dealer who diagnosed as a problem with the engine turbo fixed it and returned the car to me.  I drove for 2 weeks and the same thing happened.","quote_2_odi":"11749624","quote_2_text":"the vehicle went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that on three occasions, the vehicle was stopped and restarted, but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was determined that the wastegate actuator needed to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-adas-malfunction","label":"Lane keep assist and forward collision malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698171","quote_1_text":"I was stopped at a red light. When the light turned green I entered the intersection, the LKA system began alerting me and pulling the vehicle towards the oncoming left traffic turn lane","quote_2_odi":"11576956","quote_2_text":"This has happened twice with my vehicle that the emergency brakes and alert are not working. I had to slam on brakes just to stop from hitting the car in front of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-auto-stop-stall","label":"Engine shutdown or stall tied to auto stop-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723125","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Chevy Trailblazer Fully Shutdown the engine and everything at a Stoplight With the Start/stop on leaving me to put pack into park and restart vehicle!!","quote_2_odi":"11619009","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 1 week old vehicle, on a city street, foot still on the gas, and the vehicle COMPLETELY shut down; no power at all","quote_3_odi":"11621360","quote_3_text":"The light turned green and she began to accelerate when all of the error lights on the dash lit up, then the dash info system and infotainment system went out followed by the engine turning off and not restarting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-brake-noise","label":"Brake squeal, grinding, or pulsation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727823","quote_1_text":"Brakes squeal when rotors and pads are cold. Problem disappears when they warm after driving","quote_2_odi":"11626948","quote_2_text":"The brakes have been squeaking and making grinding noises since I hit 13,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11620424","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 3-65 MPH there was an abnormal squealing sound detected. When the brake pedal was applied, the vehicle shuddered and skipped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-check-engine-light","label":"Check engine light and engine component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711444","quote_1_text":"My 2024 trailblazer lt's engine light came on about a month ago. I took it to a local dealership and they said it was caused by CCND. Diagnosed code P0128 in pass/fail status","quote_2_odi":"11695183","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on steady (not flashing) took to local repair shop and was informed it was a Thermo Control Valve","quote_3_odi":"11662994","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Chevrolet Trailblazer ACTIV with 26,000 experienced complete engine failure while driving. Palm Chevrolet said my Trailblazer had “internal engine failure” and needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669915","quote_1_text":"The dash and radio have gone out while driving several times now. Was driving out of state on vacation and it has gone out on us over 9 times. We will be driving and the dash goes black. You can’t see your speed, gas or radio","quote_2_odi":"11655206","quote_2_text":"blank instrument panel while [XXX] is driving. This is not safe for my son","quote_3_odi":"11604270","quote_3_text":"I was driving and the vehicle cluster display and radio went out. I was unable to see how fast i was going and any system info","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-seatbelt-failure","label":"Seat belt latch or restraint failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688415","quote_1_text":"My front passenger seatbelt will not latch","quote_2_odi":"11628492","quote_2_text":"Issues Reported: I have consistently reported the following problems with my vehicle: Seatbelt Malfunction: The seatbelts fail to secure me during sudden braking situations,etc","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2024-transmission-lurch","label":"Transmission shift lurch or reverse slam","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721070","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Trailblazer developed a problem going into reverse at less than 17500 miles in December of 2025 when my daughter came home for Christmas. It would slam into reverse or freeze and then shift harshly","quote_2_odi":"11674317","quote_2_text":"When shifting from park to drive after the engine start none of the gears on the shifter engage. All positions are in neutral except for park","quote_3_odi":"11662986","quote_3_text":"Almost every time I shift from park to drive and take my foot off the brake my car jolts forward a couple feet/inches to take off by itself in a manner that it should not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2025-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or loss of image","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11734518","quote_1_text":"Rear back up camera. One day it started to glitch when put in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11719239","quote_2_text":"My car along with multiple other cars like mine are having issues with the back up camera not working","quote_3_odi":"11722937","quote_3_text":"Rear camera stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2025-charging-steering-brake-loss","label":"Charging system failure causing steering and brake loss","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11761104","quote_1_text":"About a year ago I brought my car to the dealership because my computer blacked out which resulted in losing power steering and braking ability","quote_2_odi":"11715690","quote_2_text":"While driving in Cambria, New York, the dashboard illuminated with multiple warning indicators and the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power steering and braking","quote_3_odi":"11702070","quote_3_text":"The vehicle displayed a warning on the dash that the battery was not charging properly and vehicle may stall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2025-engine-overheating-vibration","label":"Engine overheating and excessive vibration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11731715","quote_1_text":"My vehicle started overheating out of no where towed it to the shop, it’s been there for 2 weeks they’re actively waiting for a manufacturer engineer to tell them what to do because they can’t figure out how to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11730997","quote_2_text":"The primary concern is excessive engine vibration","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2025-infotainment-radio-onstar-outage","label":"Infotainment, radio, and OnStar connectivity loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11729696","quote_1_text":"the dash/infotainment system goes blank while driving, almost like the car looses power","quote_2_odi":"11605955","quote_2_text":"My Navigation, Radio, Internet and OnStar went out and continually goes out on a day-by-day basis","quote_3_odi":"11708190","quote_3_text":"The radio system working with the phone produces a high pitch static noise when trying to make a phone call or when receiving a phone call","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trailblazer","model_slug":"trailblazer","cluster_id":"trailblazer-2025-transmission-powertrain","label":"Transmission shift and powertrain malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11661889","quote_1_text":"On 4/14 with only 21 miles on the odometer in this newly purchased car the entire transmission failed, per the dealership because of a “leaking valve”","quote_2_odi":"11631058","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that when he stopped the vehicle and had shut the vehicle off but had left the vehicle in drive (D) and had not engaged the parking brake, the vehicle rolled forward","quote_3_odi":"11623243","quote_3_text":"Vehicle would not go over 20 mph at times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trailblazer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11545273","quote_1_text":"For several years now, when someone sits on the front passenger seat, the airbag light will intermittently come on. It also comes on if the person gets out of the seat. I took the vehicle to a dealership and they charged me over $100 to diagnose, and said the cable was loose and","quote_2_odi":"11507498","quote_2_text":"The airbag light on the dash keeps coming off and on randomly. Stays on for a period of time or goes off after a couple seconds","quote_3_odi":"11377424","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH IS MAINLY ON.... 95%+ OF THE TIME.... NO INFORMATION ON CODE READER, TO TELL WHY OR WHICH AIRBAG IS MAKING LIGHT COME ON....AND I DON'T KNOW IF THIS MEANS THAT ALL WOULDN'T WORK OR JUST ONE OR???","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11590864","quote_1_text":"No power steering at low speed . Makes it dangerous to turn sharp corners. Almost impossible to park in a parking spot if there’s other vehicles.so I park way out away from vehicles . I have had two power steering pumps and lines replaced . And still have the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11540422","quote_2_text":"Power steering is going out. Will only turn when rmps are up. Just bought car a few months ago","quote_3_odi":"11344276","quote_3_text":"I GOT A BRAND NEW POWER STEERING PUMP FOR THE MECHANIC TO CHANGE HE TOLD ME HE WOULD CHANGE IT AND STOP THE LEAK BECAUSE MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED ON ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle and latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11647549","quote_1_text":"Seat belts all lock up and back latch falls when opening","quote_2_odi":"11156839","quote_2_text":"TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM PROBLEMS. DRIVERS SEAT BELT NOT LATCHING COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"11115648","quote_3_text":"THE MIDDLE BENCH SEAT BELTS WONT CLICK INTO THE BUCKLE PROPERLY, IT BECOMES LOOSE ON ITS OWN. PUTTING IN DANGER MY CHILDREN BECAUSE THEIR CAR SEATS CAN'T BE BUCKLED IN PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-timing-chain-stretch","label":"Timing chain stretch and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11466949","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started having a rattling noise when it was started, coming from the passenger side of the motor at just under 86k miles on the odometer. I have been advised by a Certified Mechanic that the timing chain has stretched, receiving a stored code of P0008 with no Check","quote_2_odi":"11460329","quote_2_text":"I was driving and it it lost power when I started it it did a terrible noise like clicking. Mechanic looked at it and showed me the timing chain is 3 links loose. It was slipping and missing. My children were in the vehicle when this happened","quote_3_odi":"11395342","quote_3_text":"A FEW MONTHS AGO MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I HAD MY MECHANIC TEST IT AND IT CAME BACK FOR TIMING CHAIN. HE SAID HE KNEW RIGHT AWAY WHEN HE SAW THE CODE BECAUSE HE'S SEEN A LOT OF TRAVERSE'S WITH TIMING CHAIN PROBLEMS. I HAD LESS THAN 90,000 MILES ON MY CAR!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-traction-stabilitrak-warning","label":"Traction control and StabiliTrak warning, power reduction","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11297342","quote_1_text":"ON JAN 4 2020 I WAS DRY ON THE EXPRESSWAY DOING 70 MPH AND ALL OF SUDDEN MY CAR MADE A DING NOISE AND MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON SAYING IT WAS OFF THEN IT SAID IT WAS POWERING DOWN AND THEN THE STABILITRAK LIGHT CAME ON I ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF NOWHERE THAT","quote_2_odi":"11297361","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL OUT WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. SOON AFTER, A POWER DOWN WARNING INDICATOR APPEARED AND THE STABILITRAK WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AS THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLOW DOWN, THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11361486","quote_3_text":"TRACTION CONTROL AND STABLIZER LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. RADIO COMES ON AND OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2010-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and gear engagement problems","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11244444","quote_1_text":"TRANMISSION JERK TO CHANGE GEAR THEN DROP INTO LOW GEAR ,STOP PULLING","quote_2_odi":"11218959","quote_2_text":"RANDOMLY MY CAR WILL HAVE PROBLEMS SHIFTING GEARS USING GOING INTO 3RD GEAR AND THE RPM WILL SHOOT UP. ALSO WHEN PUTTING THE CAR IN REVERSE IT HESITATES AND THEN STARTS SPUTTERING","quote_3_odi":"11035244","quote_3_text":"THEY INDICATED THAT IT WAS ABOUT TO FAIL AND IT NEEDED MAJOR WORK. I CONTACTED A LOCAL GM DEALER TO SEE IF THERE WERE ANY RECALLS AND TO SEE IF I SHOULD HAVE IT SERVICED BY GM STAFF. THEY SAID THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS AND I SHOULD HAVE THE TRANSMISSION SPECIALIST, BUFFOMATIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Service airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11165548","quote_1_text":"SEVERAL MONTHS AGO ONSTAR NOTIFIED ME THAT I NEEDED TO TAKE MY VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE DUE TO A WARNING THAT STATED THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE AIRBAG, I DID TAKE THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY DID NOT FIND ANYTHING. DURING THE LAST FEW DAYS I KEEP GETTING A WARNING THAT SAYS","quote_2_odi":"11522314","quote_2_text":"Service air bag comes on as well as it won't detect if someone is in the passenger seat. I had this issue serviced at the dealership twice. The issue has returned both times. My vehicle is continuing to have this problem","quote_3_odi":"11162875","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE JUST STARTED TO HAVE THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD GO ON AND STAY ON. THIS VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT OF ANY KIND. ''TIS VEHICLE CURRENTLY ONLY HAS 32,000 MILES. HARDLY DRIVEN. WELL TAKEN CARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-electrical-system-failure","label":"Electrical system failures affecting battery and wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11221666","quote_1_text":"LESS THEN A YEAR AGO THE BATTERY GAUGE STARTED DIPPING BELOW 14V TO 12V PERIODICALLY WHILE DRIVING. WHEN GETTING OFF THE HIGHWAY ONE DAY(BATTER GAGUE DID NOT DIP) AND COMING TO A LIGHT ON A 2 LANE SMALLER MAJOR ROAD THE LIGHTS ALL CAME ON CHECK ENGINE, STABILITRAK, BATTERY, ETC","quote_2_odi":"11427720","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that after turning off the vehicle, the engine was still running independently. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that water was entering the hood of the vehicle causing the vehicle to have","quote_3_odi":"11162017","quote_3_text":"DRIVING THE TRAVERSE STARTED TO SMELL WIRES BURNING IN THE CABIN DASHLIGHTS STARTED GOING CRAZY AND DINGING . WAS ABOUT A MILE TO WHERE I COULD PULL OVER SAFELY .. STARTED TO PULL OFF THE BREAKS AND STEERING SEEMED TO STOP WORKING AND THE VEHICLE DIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering failure and lockup at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11277624","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING SEEMS TO FAIL AT LOW SPEEDS AFFECTING TURNING, AS INTO PARKING SPOTS, GARAGE, ETC. WHEEL ALMOST SEEMS TO FREEZE IN PLACE BECOMING ALL BUT IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN. NOT NOTICABLE AT DRIVING SPEEDS. HAS BEEN HAPPENING ON AND OFF FOR OVER A YEAR","quote_2_odi":"11090228","quote_2_text":"IT WAS A RAINY DAY AND HEADING DOWN A LOCAL STREET AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND THE STEERING LOCKED UP WITHOUT WARNING FOR A PERIOD OF 5 SECONDS. I'M 190 LB MALE, AND I COULDN'T BUDGE THE WHEEL HEADING FOR A TREE. I WAS ABLE TO AVOID THE COLLISION BUT I CAN GUARANTEE THAT IF MY WIFE WAS","quote_3_odi":"11151271","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP DURING NORMAL DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AS I STARTED A TURN, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER LEAVING ME STRANDED IN TRAFFIC. HAD TO STOP, TURN OFF CAR, RESTART AND STEERING WHEEL BECAME FUNCTIONAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-seat-belt-cable-failure","label":"Seat belt cable fraying and failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11524445","quote_1_text":"My driver side seat belt cable snaped. All I did was go to put my seat belt on. There was no warning no warning lights no nothing. This is a recall (Recall No. 14V266000 Recall Date; 05-20-2014) for these vehicles manufactured June 6, 2008 thru May 14, 2014","quote_2_odi":"11390875","quote_2_text":"2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT RESTRAINT CABLE STARTED TO FREY LIKE OVER NIGHT WAS NOT DRIVING CAR (ONE DAY NOT THERE NEXT DAY ALL EXPOSED AND MOST WIRES BROKE) OPEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR AND STICKS RIGHT OUT BEFORE YOU DID NOT NOTICE","quote_3_odi":"11164011","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE IS ONLY 7 YEARS OLD AND HAS THREE (3) FAILED SEAT BELTS. I CALLED GM AND THEY SAID ONE OF THE BELTS IS ON RECALL BUT THEY WILL NOT REPAIR THE OTHERS. I AM A RECENT WIDOW WITH 4 CHILDREN UNDER 8 YEARS OLD DRIVNG THIS CAR WITH FAILED SEAT BELTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"StabiliTrak warning with reduced engine power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11170431","quote_1_text":"MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING ON A DRY PAVED ROAD THEN MY DASH FLASHED TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRAK, ENGINE POWER IS REDUCED, AND THEN IT JUST SLOWED DOWN TO 10MPH AND I COULD NOT GO ANY FASTER","quote_2_odi":"11154485","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT A 2011 TRAVERSE A MONTH AGO WITH 93705 MILES ON IT. ON THE DRIVE HOME THE LIGHTS OF THE DASH CAME ON AND SAID TRACTION CONTROL OFF, SERVICE STABILITRAK, REDUCED ENGINE POWER. IT WOULDN'T GO PAST 20 MPH (MIND YOU I'M ON A BUSY STREET WITH MY FOUR KIDS)","quote_3_odi":"11057148","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, THE CAR WILL BEGIN TO MAKE A BEEPING NOISE THREE TIMES, THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON THE FOLLOWING MESSAGES APPEAR: SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, SERVICE STABILITRAK, POWER ENGINE FAILURE. AT THIS TIME, THE VEHICLE WILL DROP SPEED AT AN ALARMING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2011-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11618746","quote_1_text":"Components related to timing chain failed, and vehicle is currently available with plans to sell to a salvage yard by 10/25/24. My 9 year old and I were at risk of collision when the vehicle failed. I was driving approximately 70-75 mph when we started to lose power","quote_2_odi":"11322614","quote_2_text":"AT JUST OVER 100,000 MILES I HAD TO CHANGE THE TIMING CHAINS COST ME 3500 DOLLARS.AND 3 WEEKS LATER THE MOTOR SEIZED UP . I THINK THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL AS I WAS TOLD IT IS A BAD DESIGN ON THESE ENGINES. PAY FOR A CAR THAT JUST SITS THERE AS I CANT AFFORD ANOTHER ENGINE FOR IT","quote_3_odi":"11154457","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WITHOUT WARNING, THE TIMING CHAIN FRACTURED AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-liftgate-falls-unexpectedly","label":"Power liftgate falling unexpectedly during operation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11564142","quote_1_text":"The liftgate goes half up then back down multiple times I have gotten hit in the head because it does that","quote_2_odi":"11232914","quote_2_text":"BACK HATCH DOES NOT STAY OPEN, WILL SUDDENLY FALL AND HIT YOU IN THE HEAD. OTHER 2012 HAVE ALREADY BEEN RECALLED FOR THE SAME ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11151682","quote_3_text":"LIFTGATE CLOSED ON ITS OWN AFTER OPENING ONLY THREE QUARTER'S THE WAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11075246","quote_1_text":"WHEN TURNING ONTO A ROAD, FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLES STEERING COMPLETELY LOCKED, REQUIRING IMMEDIATE REVERSE TO AVOID COLLISION OR NOT END UP OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. IF A VEHICLE WAS BEHIND US PREVENTING REVERSE THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11093871","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING DOES NOT WORK AT LOW RPM. IT IS VERY HARD TO PARK CAR IN PARKING SPACES, AND ALSO VERY HARD TO MAKE TIGHT TURNS AT LOW SPEEDS. IT SEEMS AS IF THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER STEERING PUMP. THIS HAS BEEN A CONSTANT PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11419250","quote_3_text":"Power steering intermittently fails at low speed we have had near collisions and as a result my wife cannot drive the car she’s not strong enough to turn the wheel at low speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-seat-belt-cable-failure","label":"Seat belt lap-belt cable snapping or disintegrating","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11495607","quote_1_text":"I got in the car to put the seatbelt on and it just snapped at the floor, the lap belt cable which runs down to the left of the drivers seat. That braided cable just snapped. Shoulder harness still works, but no lap belt","quote_2_odi":"11348505","quote_2_text":"MY SEAT BELT SNAPPED AT THE CABLE - FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THERE IS A RECALL ON OTHER VEHICLES THIS YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL BUT A DIFFERENT VIN DESPITE THIS BEING THE SAME EXACT ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11076704","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CABLE THAT CONNECTED THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TO THE FLOORBOARD DISINTEGRATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT WAS HELD ON BY A FEW THREADS OF STEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-service-air-bag-light","label":"Service air bag warning light and deployment faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11300551","quote_1_text":"2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE WITH ABOUT 38,000 MILES OWNED SINCE PURCHASED NEW. \"SERVICE AIR BAG\" MESSAGE AND WARNING LIGHT ARE CONSTANTLY BEING DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS PARKED OR IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11127929","quote_2_text":"\"SERVICE AIR BAG\" IS INDICATED ON THE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER. THIS HAPPENS, STOPPED, OR WHILE IN MOTION. IT COMES AND GOES AT NO SET TIME","quote_3_odi":"11521019","quote_3_text":"Airbags failed to deploy on drivers side and in the front after an impact of 35 MPH. My daughter and myself got severely hurt due to this malfunction. yes it has been inspected. no there were never any indicators for the airbags ever in the four years I have owned the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-stabilitrak-limp-mode","label":"Stabilitrak/traction fault with limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11288662","quote_1_text":"RECEIVING 'SERVICE STABILITRAK' 'SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL' 'TRACTION CONTROL OFF' MESSAGES","quote_2_odi":"11301040","quote_2_text":"THE SERVICE STABILITRAK WARNING COMES ACROSS THE DASH AND THE POWERS MOTOR DOWN TO HALF POWER. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE TIMES NOW THE FIRST TIME I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 70 AND WAS LUCKY TO AVOID AN ACCIDENT WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11166188","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, \"REDUCE ENGINE POWER\" AND \"STABILITRAK\" SUDDENLY APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. NEXT, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2012-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain wear leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":354,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11365472","quote_1_text":"2012 CHEVY TRAVERSE HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE WITH NO WARNING SIGNS WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR REPAIR SHOP SAID IT NEEDS A COMPLETE NEW ENGINE. THEY SAID IT LOOKS AS IF SOMETHING IN THE ENGINE FAILED AND STOPED PUMPING THE OIL THROUGH","quote_2_odi":"11081168","quote_2_text":"CAR LOSES POWER AND WILL NOT START. ADVANCE AUTO DIAGNOSTIC TIMING CHAIN","quote_3_odi":"11312077","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2013-electrical-accessory-faults","label":"Electrical accessory faults from connector corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11045482","quote_1_text":"BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING. BATTERY WILL CHARGE AND THEN WHEN THE CAR SITS, SOMETHING IS DRAWING POWER OUT","quote_2_odi":"10938522","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE VARIOUS ELECTRICAL SHORTS PERTAINING TO THE LOW BEAM LIGHTS, THE INTERIOR LIGHTING, AND THE GAUGES ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11590960","quote_3_text":"Rain Water is getting into the door connectors and caused some pins on passenger side to corrode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2013-power-steering-pump-hose","label":"Power steering pump and hose failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10505540","quote_1_text":"WITHOUT WARNING, NO LEAKS, NO NOISES.... AT 55 MPH WHEN I STARTED TO DECREASE MY SPEED TO TAKE A CURVE I LOST MY POWER STEERING","quote_2_odi":"10953821","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING HOSE LEAKED AT CONNECTIONS AT JUST A FEW YEARS OF AGE AND AT LOW MILES (40K)","quote_3_odi":"11174471","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING ISSUES: VERY HARD TO TURN WHEEL WHEN PARKING AND AT SLOW SPEED. IT IS LIKE MANUAL STEERING!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2013-service-air-bag-light","label":"Service air bag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11758122","quote_1_text":"Service Air Bag light is on and won’t go off. Car was never in an accident or anything done for this light to be on so I’m a bit confused","quote_2_odi":"11678188","quote_2_text":"The \"Service Airbag\" light and notification comes up on the dash. This happened in the past as this vehicle was part of a recall NHTSA 14V118","quote_3_odi":"11471257","quote_3_text":"The service air bag light keeps coming on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2013-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"StabiliTrak warning with sudden loss of engine power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10816407","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH ON US-59 IN MY 2013 CHEVROLET TRAVERSE LTZ , THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIT UP LIKE A CHRISTMAS TREE, FOLLOWED BY A RAPID, UN-CONTROLLED DECELERATION, LOSS OF POWER, AND LOSS OF STEERING","quote_2_odi":"11442437","quote_2_text":"While driving 65 to 70 mph on the freeway, vehicle suddenly shudders and dash state \"engine reduce speed\" and \"service stabilitrak\" and \"service traction control\"","quote_3_odi":"11407312","quote_3_text":"DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED WHEN \"TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT OFF\" INDICATOR CAME ON, THEN VEHICLE STARTED TO REDUCE SPEED, \"ENGINE LIGHT INDICATOR POWER OFF\". VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND WOULD NOT START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2013-transmission-shudder-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and abrupt gear shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11531998","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 25-35 MPH, the vehicle jolted and shuddered upon depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"10536618","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION WAS SURGING AND ABRUPTLY SHIFTING FROM SECOND TO THIRD GEAR AND AGAIN FROM FIFTH TO SIXTH GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11465302","quote_3_text":"the transmission is not working properly and needs to be replaced. It is a known issue, but GM will not address it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2014-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Front-driver airbag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":142,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11533181","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11570509","quote_2_text":"In summer of 2023, I received a recall letter regarding my 2014 Chevy Traverse involving the air bag. The recall states, “An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants, resulting in serious injury or death.”","quote_3_odi":"11552554","quote_3_text":"Back in July 2023, we received a letter from Chevy stating that our vehicle, 2014 Chevy Traverse, has a recall for the driver airbag being faulty and that they do not have a remedy or parts to fix the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2014-electrical-accessory-failure","label":"Electrical accessory and gauge failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11542255","quote_1_text":"Driver side window stopped working , then passenger window is glitchy, driver side door buttons are not working along with windshield wipers. Replaced battery and did testing to make sure power was getting to components . No check engine lights , no codes or warning issues","quote_2_odi":"11601837","quote_2_text":"While driving my car, the instrument panel just went blank. My gages all read 0. No speedometer, no battery voltage, no fuel level. The driver information center also shut off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2014-engine-mechanical-failure","label":"Engine mechanical component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11582002","quote_1_text":"misfires on 3 cylinders bank 2, timing chain stretched, camshaft actuator not locking into position inspected by dealer and independent service center check engine light came on, codes P0300 and P05CD problems accelerating past 35 mph","quote_2_odi":"11556317","quote_2_text":"Vapor Canister Purge Valve - GM (12690512) failed on my car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2014-seat-belt-hardware-failure","label":"Seat belt hardware failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11534833","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, he became aware that the front driver's side seat belt lap pretensioner had detached. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11667733","quote_2_text":"Went to buckle Driver’s seatbelt and the assembly where the seatbelt retracts came apart for no reason","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2014-stabilitrak-power-loss-stall","label":"Stabilitrak/traction control warning with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11550420","quote_1_text":"2014 Chevy Traverse - stalls while driving very abruptly. Reduce engine power and service stablitrak comes on. Then traction control warning lights flash. Very very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11618501","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving 45-60 MPH, the traction control and engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle lost motive power and stalled. After several minutes, the vehicle restarted","quote_3_odi":"11693626","quote_3_text":"While driving my traction control turns off and reduces power to the vehicle often stalling it making it hard to safely move to the side of the road.. has been happening since I got the vehicle from a dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2015-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":115,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11715821","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_2_odi":"11549829","quote_2_text":"I would like to file a complaint about the amount of time to fix recall 23V334. I received notice in June 2023 and is now October 2023 for a recall that can \"result in injury or death to vehicle occupants.\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2015-airbag-warning-light-wiring","label":"Air bag warning light and wiring harness failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11470878","quote_1_text":"Service air bag light came on upon starting the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11473056","quote_2_text":"Drivers side rail airbag has fallen down.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11437813","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at 5 MPH and turning into a parking spot, the steering wheel inadvertently lost power steering assist functionality…","quote_2_odi":"11408541","quote_2_text":"CHEVY TRAVERSE 2015 WITH 72700 MILES HAS PROBLEMS WITH POWER STEERING PUMP ITS MAKING NOISES, AND FEELS HARD WHEN MANEUVERING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2015-stabilitrak-stall","label":"Stabilitrak and traction control warning with stall","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11637247","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle speed unintendedly decelerated to 25 MPH. During the failure the message \"Traction Off\", \"Engine Power Reduce\" and \"Stabili-trac\" were displayed…","quote_2_odi":"11421383","quote_2_text":"Vehicle started bucking and shaking when taking off from traffic light. With excessive speed 50-60MPH that followed the bucking. Tried applying both feet by standing on the brakes. Car started to slow down, only to speed back up until, the vehicle could be shut off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11681004","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudders at low speeds on incline","quote_2_odi":"11403035","quote_2_text":"WAVEPLATE FAILURE CAUSING TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT PER DEALERSHIP. THEY STATE NO WARRANTY OR RECALLS. VEHICLE VIBRATES AND GEARS SLIP AT 15-25 MPH, ESPECIALLY ON LOW INCLINE. 113K MILES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11495503","quote_1_text":"The contact's mother owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that as the vehicle was making a left turn at approximately 10 MPH, and entering a side street, the vehicle was crashed into by an ambulance that was not on call. The vehicle was struck on the passenger side…","quote_2_odi":"11457981","quote_2_text":"The car was broadsided on Interstate 40 Westbound outside of Knoxville, TN on 3-12-22 by a Tractor Trailer and totaled. The airbags did not deploy allowing the driver to hit her head on the window of the vehicle causing her head trauma. In Oct of 2021 The same vehicle hit a 200…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":156,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11612691","quote_1_text":"I have been given multiple warnings about a recall on the airbags for almost a year now. The recall claims that if the airbags go off, metal shards could fly out and could kill me. They say to go to a service center and have it repaired immediately. I have called several service…","quote_2_odi":"11603860","quote_2_text":"Recall for defective air bag was issued May 10, 2023. Over one year later, there is still no remedy available. Manufacturer Recall Number: N232404980. NHTSA Recall Number: 23V334","quote_3_odi":"11532659","quote_3_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-blind-spot-module-water-intrusion","label":"Blind spot detection module water intrusion","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11646890","quote_1_text":"The blindspot modules are put behind the wheel well in the bumper exposed to the elements. Water gets in these modules and cause them to swell and fail. Each module is sold at the dealer for $340 a piece and gm recommends you replace both along with the wiring harness. This job…","quote_2_odi":"11506430","quote_2_text":"Blind spot side detection modules failed due to water intrusion / corrosion (known design defect). As a result, the computer system shorted out, which caused the computer to go into a type of fault mode. While we driving down the road, the blinkers stopped working, the gauges…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-engine-stall-at-idle","label":"Engine stall at idle or stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11536457","quote_1_text":"2016 chevy traverse fuel system problem while at an idle truck shuts off, also the truck drags while trying to accelerate. I have made a complaint before but haven't heard anything yet.","quote_2_odi":"11535349","quote_2_text":"While coming to a stop or a complete stop vehicle shuts off. While driving it looses power wanting to shut off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11513621","quote_1_text":"Power steering pump in the car had low pressure causing the steering wheel to barely turn or have a hard time turning the wheel. This put me and my family at risk while driving because when making turns it would feel like it was locking up which almost would cause accidents not…","quote_2_odi":"11499941","quote_2_text":"Rack and pinion steering is failing at 66,000 miles on a 2016 Chevy Traverse. This is low mileage for a vehicle to lose this function and a safety concern should the steering fail at speed and needs to be investigated. There are other complaints by Chevy owners for the same…","quote_3_odi":"11419915","quote_3_text":"The power steering pump went out on my 2016 Chevy Traverse which has 34,700 miles on it. At low RPMs the pump would intermittently fail and lock up the steering wheel. This means that when decelerating and attempting to avoid an accident my power steering could have failed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Stabilitrak warning with sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692570","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that the vehicle was retrieved from a dealer after a recall regarding the air bags; however, while driving approximately 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lunged forward. The contact stated…","quote_2_odi":"11549943","quote_2_text":"I have a 2016 Chevy Traverse. The “traction control off” light has been on for about 2 months now, along with the service stabilitrak light, and ABS light. When driving it seems is if though my ABS is kicking in when it should not be. Since those lights have been on, the left…","quote_3_odi":"11441683","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has had 3 separate occurrences - January, October and November of 2021 - the vehicle suddenly losing its \"power\" by not accelerating over 40 mph, hard shifting to where it jerked uncontrollably. The dash board message center would say \"service stabilitrak\" \"service…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2016-transmission-failure-replacement","label":"Transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733800","quote_1_text":"The vehicle only has 145,xxx miles and I experience a \"shudder\" which could be caused by torque converter issues, often felt at highway speeds (approx. 40-60 mph).","quote_2_odi":"11527375","quote_2_text":"Automatic transmission failure at only 62,169 miles. No reverse, slipping in drive. Towed 2016 Chevy Traverse to AAMCO Transmission Total Car Care and had to replace the transmission.","quote_3_odi":"11469752","quote_3_text":"Transmission failure- complete failure and required total replacement, car only has 73,000 miles. There were no warning lamps on or errors. Received a notice from GM that the car was in good condition via On Star also. Had three separate mechanics review issue. Issue appear…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2017-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Driver airbag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":160,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11661470","quote_1_text":"It's been a year now I've been waiting for my 2017 Chevy Traverse to replace the \"SAFETY RECALL\" on driver's air bag inflator to be replace by this Dealership. Their neglecting the safety issue that it may explode during deployment due to a manufacturing defect","quote_2_odi":"11594089","quote_2_text":"We have been given repeated notices and warnings since May 2013 that the airbags in this vehicle have been recalled and need to be replaced, but each time we check we are told that their is \"no remedy available.\"","quote_3_odi":"11556428","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2017-airbag-sensor-warning-light","label":"Airbag sensor fault and warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744689","quote_1_text":"Dealership Lead car GMC Utica, verified code B0074 passenger presence sensor/module, found module internally faulty verified power and ground. This puts safety at risk because the passenger side air bags are off because of the faulty sensor","quote_2_odi":"11603883","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed front passenger’s side air bag sensor","quote_3_odi":"11571619","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the air bag warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2017-camera-window-dash-electrical","label":"Backup camera, power window, and dashboard electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11729919","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the rear-view camera screen displayed a distorted image. No warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the front driver’s side window failed to roll up or…","quote_2_odi":"11741095","quote_2_text":"While driving my entire dashboard goes dark and once I shut my car off it did not start again","quote_3_odi":"11739570","quote_3_text":"Sometimes my backup camera will not show a screen. I have considerable amount of trouble trying to connect my phone to the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2017-transmission-shudder-hard-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and hard shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754022","quote_1_text":"Transmission body throttle and TCM had to be replaced a year after purchase because of failing shifts, reverse failed to work completely","quote_2_odi":"11734175","quote_2_text":"The transmission is going out at 107K miles and needs to be completely replaced for around $8500 (see attached quote). It has a shudder and has a hard time shifting into third gear","quote_3_odi":"11631343","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle hesitated before shifting gears. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle was shuddering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-charging-system-stall","label":"Charging system faults with loss of motive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11717338","quote_1_text":"After refueling we re-entered I495 Northbound. While traveling in the fast lane of traffic my vehicle shut off. I lost all power, including the ability to use On-Star. The vehicle refused to start for thirty minutes","quote_2_odi":"11592474","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while at a complete stop and attempting to come out of auto stop, the vehicle would not automatically restart. The contact stated that once the vehicle restarted the vehicle hesitated","quote_3_odi":"11618260","quote_3_text":"30 days ago I got the first of the service charging system message and the battery saver mode. My car shut itself down while I was doing 55 miles per hour on a back country road. Every lthing locked up and I had to force a turn to get out of traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-evap-purge-valve","label":"EVAP canister purge valve failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11730052","quote_1_text":"Valor Canister Purge solenoid is faulty. After filling it up with gas and start driving the vehicle begins to stutter. After a stop at an intersection the vehicle begins to stutter and shuts off","quote_2_odi":"11658062","quote_2_text":"This vehicle's canister purge valve solenoid has failed multiple times since we purchased it used in 2021. We've taken it to multiple Chevrolet dealerships for repair and the issue has not been fixed","quote_3_odi":"11694738","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. Additionally, the vehicle failed to immediately restart after refueling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-exhaust-bracket-weld","label":"Exhaust pipe bracket weld failure with exhaust leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11696225","quote_1_text":"Exhaust pipe bracket that is welded to both exhaust pipes broke off allowing firewall side catalytic converter pipe to crack near the head of the engine","quote_2_odi":"11571887","quote_2_text":"The exhaust system mount bracket broken allowing exhaust system movement resulting in a cracked catalytic converter . The mount bracket broke due to a poor weld from the part supplier. The repair cost $2404.74 on 6/5/2023 at 33.953 miles","quote_3_odi":"11610836","quote_3_text":"bracket on the exhaust flex pipe bracket broke. This is a known issue by GM (PIP5681C) that covers 2018-2022 Chevy Traverse and Special Coverage notices have been issued for at least the 2019 (N212356540) and 2021 (N222385510)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-shift-to-park-message","label":"\"Shift to Park\" message with shifter already in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11703604","quote_1_text":"Shift to park sensor refusing to acknowledge that car is in park and will not allow car shut off","quote_2_odi":"11629813","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will not shut off and vehicle information screen states Shift to park. When this happens we have 2 options. 1st to sit and wait for the vehicle to turn off(takes over an hour on average), 2nd Disconnect the negative battery connection","quote_3_odi":"11617883","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park(P), the message “Shift to Park” was displayed even thought the vehicle was in park(P). The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the gear shifter needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-taillight-moisture","label":"Moisture inside rear taillight assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11587638","quote_1_text":"My drivers side quarter panel taillight has stopped working due to moisture in the light (no visible breakage on light), this was in January. This part is on continuous backorder with no ETA of coming back in stock","quote_2_odi":"11592277","quote_2_text":"Passenger tail light kept getting moisture in it causing it to stop working. Local Dealer,GM,Chevrolet and 3rd party show sold out or discontinued","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2018-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and loss of reverse gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11746045","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shudders when driving between 18mph and 40mph. Brought into dealership, was told that the Torque Converter is coming apart, and that it would require an entire Transmission replacement. This vehicle has been immaculately maintained, and only has 34745 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11671428","quote_2_text":"Transmission shudders at low speeds changing gears. Less than 79,000 miles and changed or flushed transmission 3 times at dealership. Vehicle has been at dealership over a month with no fix in sight","quote_3_odi":"11755241","quote_3_text":"Car wouldn’t move in Reverse, I’d give it gas and it would just rev. It would drive forward but very sluggish. Brought to 2 different mechanics and they both said I need to replace the transmission. Car has 97,500 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11685003","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 20 MPH at an intersection, she failed to see the approaching vehicle that was driving 40 MPH and T-boned that vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. During the impact, the contact's…","quote_2_odi":"11687919","quote_2_text":"I was in an accident in my 2019 Chevy Traverse on September 4, 2025. Upon impact, my airbags did not deploy. I was pulling out from and intersection and a car with no lights on was coming from the right of me going towards the left of me. I ended up hitting his car on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-engine-oil-leak-timing-cover","label":"Front timing cover and engine oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11704763","quote_1_text":"Known issue with the front timing cover leaking. confirmed by Dealer and local repair shop that it is an issue they see on these engines all the time and is a manufacturing problem.","quote_2_odi":"11698423","quote_2_text":"Timing cover / valve covers...had to drop the engine...5K for 100,000 miles. Other 2019 Traverse have had issues for recall but not my VIN. If some VIN numbers have been recalled, then all VIN numbers with the same issue should be covered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-evap-purge-valve","label":"EVAP canister purge valve and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11627014","quote_1_text":"I have had to replace my evaporative emissions purge valve 3 times on this my 2019 Chevy Traverse. I have had it for a year and a half.","quote_2_odi":"11652707","quote_2_text":"Evaporation system is defective and the canister purge valve does not close completely resulting in environmental toxicities put into the air. A check engine light on and after 3 fixes the issue is still present","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-exhaust-bracket-catalytic-converter","label":"Exhaust bracket weld and catalytic converter cracking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11743135","quote_1_text":"Exhaust bracket broke, created a hole in pipe, which then resulted in cracked catalytic converter. Dealership and GM denied repairs due to the hole being on the \"wrong pipe\" but the same bracket that is covered broke resulting in the consequential damage. Check engine light came…","quote_2_odi":"11635818","quote_2_text":"GM has a TSB # N212356540 for one exhaust pipe. Bracket broken a causes hole in pipe. Weld was bad. Mine was bad on both pipes and only one covered by GM, this led to catalytic converter cracking and flex pipe leaking. I had to pay to have repaired. This second pipe and…","quote_3_odi":"11682536","quote_3_text":"the exhaust bracket broke 3 times had it repaired at my own expense each time. my muffler broke off at the weld. my exhaust cracked. then my catalytic converter broke off.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-rear-suspension-toe-links","label":"Rear suspension toe links and control arms","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11570107","quote_1_text":"This vehicle just recently failed inspection for the right rear toe link. I spoke with the dealers service department who stated that this is a known issue with this model but that there is not a current recall. From my research on Chevrolet forums, this is a very frequent…","quote_2_odi":"11737576","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, she felt an imbalance in her rear driver side tire. The vehicle was taken to both a dealer and an independent mechanic where they inspected the vehicle and discovered that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-shift-to-park-warning","label":"\"Shift to Park\" warning and shifter park-detection","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724470","quote_1_text":"\"Shift to Park\" alarm continues to appear when the car is in park. At times it does not clear for 10 minutes or so. On a couple of occasions I could not get it to go away for 30 minutes. This is an issue that drains the battery and have caused me to remain in the car to start…","quote_2_odi":"11663886","quote_2_text":"The Shifter Control Assembly keeps malfunctioning 3 times in the last 4 years on our 2019 Chevy Traverse. When my wife puts the shifter in Park and proceeds to shut down the vehicle, the Traverse will not recognizes that she is in park already, and will not let her shut off the…","quote_3_odi":"11668252","quote_3_text":"Intermittent warning “shift to park”. Vehicle doesn’t shut off. It’s in park. Luckily it has a feature that shuts the car off after some time. I have to use the key fob to lock the doors. Began march of 2024 and is still occurring. Known GM issue. It sure why no recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2019-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 390 total)","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718390","quote_1_text":"Complete transmission failure while driving approximately 60 MPH. Transmission started shifting irregularly while driving at a steady speed on a 55 MPH paved county road and locked into 3rd gear slowing me down quite suddenly. I turned on my emergency flashers and pulled into a…","quote_2_odi":"11683850","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Traverse has approximately 27k miles. I have taken the car in to a Chevy dealership for repair. The car is shuddering at around 20 mph. The dealer told me this is a common issue and after review of hundreds of complaints it appears it is. It is out of warranty by a year.…","quote_3_odi":"11731094","quote_3_text":"I am on my 2nd transmission, 2 torque converters, have had the transmission fluid flushed 4 -6 times, and it still shudders horribly bad and only has 136,000 miles. I bought it brand new, never been wrecked or abused. I cant get extended warranties because it is a known issue…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-alternator-starter-failure","label":"Alternator and starter failure causing stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681260","quote_1_text":"The alternator failed randomly while driving down the road. The vehicle only has 26500 miles. There was no lights on prior to the car stalling","quote_2_odi":"11620511","quote_2_text":"On 10/12/24, I received an error code that my charging system needed serviced. I was about an hour from my house when I saw the error. I immediately turned on the voltage display and it said the voltage was 11.8","quote_3_odi":"11494636","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has completely lost power and stalled on the freeway twice. The first time, I was with my wife and children when it happened on the highway. The vehicle stalled in the far right lane of traffic and it wouldn't restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709582","quote_1_text":"The backup camera system on my 2020 Chevrolet Traverse fails repeatedly and intermittently. When shifting into reverse, the camera frequently displays a black screen, a crossed-out camera icon, or an error message indicating the camera is unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11593585","quote_2_text":"The backup camera in my Chevy Traverse stopped working a few months after purchasing the vehicle new. Whenever the car is put in reverse a black screen appears with an exclamation point inside of a triangle","quote_3_odi":"11530783","quote_3_text":"Since Oct 2022, my backup camera has been intermittently working (it doesn’t work most of the time). I have taken it to the dealership and they replaced the coaxial cable in February 2023 but the problem keeps persisting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-exhaust-bracket-weld","label":"Front exhaust pipe bracket weld failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751117","quote_1_text":"GM published bulletin PIP5681A on 10/05/20 regarding defective welds on the exhaust brackets near the catalytic converter. I had the same exact weld failure and GM is not honoring the warranty coverage, even though their bulletin said that all 2020 Traverse SUVs were included","quote_2_odi":"11713109","quote_2_text":"The forward exhaust bracket weld broke causing a rattling noise and allowing exhaust fumes into the car which is incredibly dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11720505","quote_3_text":"Front exhaust bracket weld failed creating a hole in the exhaust system, as covered by GM Bulletin PIP5681C. This resulted in a loud noise as well as exhaust leaking into the cabin since it is near the engine, right above the drivers center console","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717462","quote_1_text":"My seat belts do not click when fastened or stay fastened. Sometimes I have to try several times to get the seabelt to click","quote_2_odi":"11717271","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2020 Chevrolet Traverse VIN: [XXX] Mileage: 50,100 miles Ownership: Original owner The driver’s seat belt intermittently fails to latch","quote_3_odi":"11522197","quote_3_text":"The driver's seat belt would not \"buckle up\" or latch into the buckle. This issue started a couple of months ago but it just seemed to be stiffer than the other belts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift-to-Park warning message failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746904","quote_1_text":"Getting error message on and off last several weeks - \"Shift into park\" which does not allow the ignition to be turned off!!","quote_2_odi":"11713651","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Traverse. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted into the park(P), the message \"Shift to Park\" was display on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11691599","quote_3_text":"Receiving a persistent “Shift to Park” message, after the car has been placed in Park. This causes an inability to turn off my engine completely and is draining my battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2020-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737232","quote_1_text":"2020 Chevrolet Traverse started to shudder and hard shift between 25 to 30 miles per hour. Vehicle only has 64,925 miles on it (4,925 miles above warranty)","quote_2_odi":"11683148","quote_2_text":"Severe transmission shudder, issues accelerating. Torque converter failure is very common with this vehicle, even with following routine scheduled maintenance","quote_3_odi":"11464035","quote_3_text":"Transmission shudders when warmed up. After driving Transmission will shudder pulling hills. It becomes worse and more noticeable the longer it is driven and when hot out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-27 → 2026-04-15","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11731364","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving the speed limit (30-35 mph) when a car traveling in the opposite direction turned left into her lane, cutting her off, and causing a collision of the two vehicles. The front driver side of the Traverse contacted the other driver's passenger side. Upon…","quote_2_odi":"11597270","quote_2_text":"I was hit by another car who ran the red light. No airbag deployment at all, in serious crash. Whole front end hit without airbags going off. The engine was smoking and the brake would not work after inpact to keep it from rolling","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-alternator-electrical-failure","label":"Alternator failure and electrical system shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-01-02 → 2026-06-25","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684656","quote_1_text":"MY ALTERNATOR WENT OUT AT 40K MILES IT WAS REPLACED AND NOW WENT OUT AGAIN AT 75K.  I HAVE GONE THRU 7 BATTERIES SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR BRAND NEW.  THE CAR DIED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF IN INTERSECTION AFTER GETTING THE NEW ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY REPLACED 3 WEEKS AGO.  THIS IS A…","quote_2_odi":"11579531","quote_2_text":"I noticed that my battery light turned on yesterday while I was driving. Within seconds my vehicle stalled out and I was just coasting along in traffic, unable to restart my car. I was able to coast to the side of the freeway and jump my car. After doing so it started again so I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-brake-noise-grinding","label":"Brake noise, grinding, and squealing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05-10 → 2023-10-30","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11416250","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT A 2021 CHEVY TRAVERSE AND THE DAY AFTER PURCHASE THE BRAKES BEGAN MAKING A GRINDING NOISE OFF AND ON. THREE WEEKS TO THE DAY AFTER PURCHASE, MAY 11, BEHIND THE DRIVER SIDE BACK TIRE WAS A PUDDLE OF DARKER FLUID. THE BRAKES BEGAN GRINDING WORSE","quote_2_odi":"11500868","quote_2_text":"At only 15,000 miles the brakes are squeaking as if they would on extended mileage brakes that require replacement. These are practically brand new and should not be making this sound","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-exhaust-pipe-separation","label":"Exhaust pipe separation and bracket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-10-15 → 2026-05-13","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11546962","quote_1_text":"KNOWN ISSUE: Chevy Traverse owners may experience a condition wherein the front exhaust pipe on their crossover separates from the mounting bracket, resulting in damage to the pipe. Now, General Motors has issued new Special Coverage that addresses this issue.  NEW ISSUE: Rear…","quote_2_odi":"11659485","quote_2_text":"Vehicle with less than 50000 miles has 2 broken flex pipes on the exhaust system that is going to cost me $1,932.66. This should be a warranty recall and GM should allow you to take it to a mechanic of your choice for repairs as the dealerships cannot give you a fair time frame…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11-10 → 2026-05-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735181","quote_1_text":"While driving, the steering wheel became very hard to control. A system warning came up on the dashboard screen stating that the steering wheel was not working. With an 18-wheeler coming up behind me the decision to pull over was made. The left hand turn into an auto part store…","quote_2_odi":"11698587","quote_2_text":"The power steering warning indicated a potential loss or reduction of steering assist, which could have made it difficult to steer and control the vehicle—especially at higher speeds or in traffic. This posed a potential safety risk to me and others on the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-shift-to-park-warning","label":"False \"Shift to Park\" warning in Park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09-21 → 2025-12-25","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11657646","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Chevy Traverse and have experienced repeated incidents where the dashboard displays “Shift to Park” even though the gear shifter is securely in the Park position. This prevents me from turning the vehicle off and has caused battery drain and confusion about whether…","quote_2_odi":"11688741","quote_2_text":"Shift to park warning comes on every time I put my car into park. I can give the gear shift a hard tap so it can go into park and my car will turn off. I feel like after a period of tapping the great shift it will turn into a bigger problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2021-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder, hesitation, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-06-06 → 2026-05-09","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11718942","quote_1_text":"I AM HAVING A LOT OF TRANSMISSION SHUDDER ESPECALLY WHEN ACCELERATING. NOTICED THAT CONSUMER REPORTS STATED IN THEIR MAGAZINE THAT THIS HAS BEEN A BIG PROBLEM FOR AT LEAST 5 YEARS. I DON'T UNDERSTAND WHY NHTSA HAS NOT MADE CHEVROLET DO SOMETHING TO FIX THIS PROBLEM WITH THE…","quote_2_odi":"11723106","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and stopping at a red light, the vehicle accelerated but failed to exceed 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to a dealer; however, the failure could not be replicated. The contact stated that on another occasion, while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-brake-grinding-failure","label":"Brake grinding noise and reduced stopping ability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11671653","quote_1_text":"Brakes began making noise soon after purchasing, was told the sound was normal. Eventually brakes started to fail car would not stop even at slow speeds. Was told it needed new brake pads. Replaced pads then a couple months pads began to grind and again brakes would not stop","quote_2_odi":"11593938","quote_2_text":"The contact that while driving at approximately 59 MPH, and cruise control possibly activated, the brake pedal was depressed and felt abnormally stiff, the vehicle did not slow down as intended and there was no pulsating while braking. The vehicle then side-swiped a vehicle in","quote_3_odi":"11499289","quote_3_text":"As I was pulling out of my parking space on the street a car was coming toward me and the forward collision alert lights and sound went off as well as a terrible grinding started as if it was trying to brake as I was driving but not slowing me down. This has now happened 4 times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-electrical-infotainment","label":"Electrical system, battery, and infotainment faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11591628","quote_1_text":"I have a 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. OnStar suddenly stopped working in my vehicle. Chevy dealership diagnosed it and said that the telecommunications control module is bad and needs replaced. I haven’t even had this vehicle that long and suddenly the telecommunications control","quote_2_odi":"11499709","quote_2_text":"2022 Traverse won't start everyday, needs Jump start multiple times a day. \"Battery Saver Active\" is displayed on dashboard. Randomly noticed \"service ECS\", \"service parking brake\" messages on dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11516420","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has been owned for 15 months. This vehicle has been to Chevrolet dealer for the same problem over 7 times. Radio and instrument cluster has turned off and screen has stayed black. I’m august it made vehicle unsafe to drive and operate and had to be towed. Dealer replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-exhaust-pipe-bracket","label":"Front exhaust pipe and mounting bracket cracking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11581706","quote_1_text":"The front exhaust pipe on my 2022 Chevy Traverse has a defect which mirrors existing NHTSA recalls on 2019-2021 Chevy Traverse models. The bracket that attaches the two singular pipes together rusts out and pulls the bracket away from the pipe, exposing a loud exhaust leak","quote_2_odi":"11565718","quote_2_text":"The exhaust pipe separated from the mounting bracket resulting in damage to the pipe leading to the manifold. This is a 2 year old vehicle. This issue has been reported in multiple years of Chevrolet Traverses. Chevrolet extended warranties on 2021 Chevrolet Traverses to 150,000","quote_3_odi":"11647403","quote_3_text":"Special Coverage N242445280 Front exhaust pipe mounting bracket breaks creating a hole in the exhaust pipe. Coverage referrers to Left side pipe, but bracket connects to both left and right side pipe and when breaks can brake on both pipes at the bracket location creating an","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-headlight-low-beam","label":"Low-mounted headlight aim and visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11499290","quote_1_text":"Driving home tonight there was a car in front of me so my low beams were on. I saw a deer approaching from the right side of the roadway while at the same time dropping down into a small dip in the road and because the headlights are so low I lost sight of the deer as it was","quote_2_odi":"11497192","quote_2_text":"The headlight position on the 2022 Traverse is horrible and a tremendous safety hazzard. Driving in rain, at night, the headlights being lower on the front end dramatically inhibits visibility. Unless you drive with the high beams on, you can't see at all","quote_3_odi":"11449456","quote_3_text":"I have found with the LED headlights, there is a very distinct horizontal line, almost a focused, horizontal beam of light, which can literally be described as night and day. The headlights, while driving on a perfectly flat surface, illuminates the road quite well in the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-restraint-system","label":"Seat belt and air bag restraint system warnings","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11484932","quote_1_text":"The Service Restraint System and Air Bag lights come on intermittently while driving my 2022 Chevrolet Traverse. According to the Stonebriar Chevrolet dealer in Frisco, TX, the airbags will not deploy if the vehicle is in accident while the light is on","quote_2_odi":"11509971","quote_2_text":"On January 20th 2023 I was involved in a 4 car wreck, I was hit twice very hard and non of my air bags deployed sending me into the steering wheel causing extreme injuries","quote_3_odi":"11725330","quote_3_text":"My front passenger side seat belt does not buckle sometimes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park warning and gear position sensor failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11696102","quote_1_text":"When shifting my vehicle into Park, the message “Shift to Park” appears even though the gear lever is already in the Park position. The vehicle does not always recognize that it is in Park, which prevents it from fully shutting off and poses a potential rollaway or battery drain","quote_2_odi":"11481055","quote_2_text":"Incident 8/22/2022 where driver put vehicle in park, turned car off, as exiting, vehicle rolled backwards. Driver fell to ground sustaining injuries, vehicle stopped moving after approx. 5 ft. When driver looked at shifter after standing back up, the gear was in Drive","quote_3_odi":"11686876","quote_3_text":"Around 65,000 miles I started to get a \"Shift to Park\" message when I tried to turn off the engine. The car was already in park. This is continuing to happen. I see that it has been an issue on this model since 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"chevrolet-traverse-2022-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission shuddering, stalling, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11531171","quote_1_text":"Automobile less than 1 year old w/ less than 14,000 miles has had the following service issues. Transmission Failure 06/28/2023 - Replacement of entire valve body Transmission Failure 07/06/2023 - Dealership claims entire transmission to be replaced. Mileage between failures was","quote_2_odi":"11733778","quote_2_text":"I noticed that the transmission has a shutter really bad before I crossed over a hundred thousand miles it is gotten so bad that you cannot drive the vehicle without it shuttering it almost every gear. Took it to the dealership dealership said it had too many miles and all the","quote_3_odi":"11726396","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the highway, the low oil warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-alternator-failure","label":"Alternator failure and charging system loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11539607","quote_1_text":"On April 17, 2023 I was on my way home from work and got a message \" Battery Saver Mode Activated.\" I checked the voltage and it was at 11.4. By the time I got home, the voltage had gone down to 10.3.  I took the vehicle to the dealership on April 19, 2022 for repair. It was a…","quote_2_odi":"11733359","quote_2_text":"My dashboard gave an alert “battery saver active” then another alert stating to “service charging system, vehicle may stall”. Then the alerts cleared. After a few minutes both alerts were on my dashboard again. I was able to pull into an [XXX] ’s and had them check the battery…","quote_3_odi":"11651312","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The battery warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-brake-caliper-lockup","label":"Brake caliper lockup and overheating","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750730","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway all of a sudden the vehicle started to vibrate and smell like metal burning . Merged off the highway to find my brakes where super hot. Pulled over for a little bit and drove home very slowly . Mechanic said the pads were locked on the rotors and…","quote_2_odi":"11725016","quote_2_text":"Car started making a load vibrational noise on the highway. When we got to the next stopping point, the right front brakes were extremely hot and smelly. When the brakes were taken apart to inspect/replace parts, it was identified that the seals that protect the pistons had…","quote_3_odi":"11680781","quote_3_text":"The first major safety issue occurred on 4/2/2025 when we had brake malfunction. Brakes did not work properly creating a very dangerous situation when the vehicle wouldn’t stop when applying pressure on the brakes. The brakes made a strange noise, felt hard, and didn’t slow the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-exhaust-leak","label":"Front exhaust pipe leak and bracket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11659316","quote_1_text":"During the vehicle’s bumper-to-bumper warranty period, Freedom Chevrolet in San Antonio replaced a leaking front exhaust pipe (receipt attached), a known issue covered by a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) for earlier model years (2018–2022) but not for the 2023 Traverse. Less…","quote_2_odi":"11653267","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, exhaust fumes entered the vehicle, causing her to have headaches. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the exhaust pipe had corroded and cracked, leaking fumes through the muffler and…","quote_3_odi":"11652816","quote_3_text":"Multiple exhaust leaks repaired 5 times. 1. 32,095 miles 2. 38,674 miles 3. 43,388 miles 4. 58,480 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747132","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system broke, black screen, no ability to use back up or other cameras, or see navigation etc","quote_2_odi":"11729787","quote_2_text":"Driving down the interstate the main screen went out completely, GPS, radio, controls to temperature for the back. Back up camera works and it shows a Chevy sign. GM dealer states the radio/Onstar module is out completely","quote_3_odi":"11556522","quote_3_text":"After purchasing our vehicle we noticed back up camera view was switch to a globe view and noise in vehicle when driving over 40 mph that sound like electric wires shorting. Took to dealership they said they did updates to information center. After a few days it continued to do…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist reduction and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738153","quote_1_text":"We experienced power steering failure. Our steering wheel control was taken over while backing out of our driveway and while driving on a highway. When this happens, you can’t turn the wheel. It becomes locked and then you become stuck. It is extremely unsafe and put our whole…","quote_2_odi":"11708457","quote_2_text":"The steering assist becomes reduced while driving and the dashboard displays the warning message “Steering Assist Reduced – Drive with Care.” At the same time, multiple safety systems such as collision-avoidance functions become disabled.  This failure is persistent and creates…","quote_3_odi":"11682297","quote_3_text":"upon leaving the parking lot, there was a message that popped up on the dashboard reading, “SERVICE BRAKE ASSIST”. When driving the vehicle out the parking lot, the brakes were hard when pressing and the vehicle took a while to brake. I found myself braking at a far distance in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-sunroof-window-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11577387","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 63 MPH with her son in the front passenger’s side seat, she heard a gunshot-like sound and noticed that the sunroof glass had shattered. The contact stated that the shade guard was closed at the time of the failure; however, while the…","quote_2_odi":"11682298","quote_2_text":"when all of a sudden the rear left window has a loud POP, and then shatters completely. This was an exploding window out of no where, with nobody around and no other cars near by to cause this accident. The glass fell all over my body and I could not move until the vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2023-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752765","quote_1_text":"The dealer found the transmission fluid was burned and diagnosed transmission trouble codes P0797 and P0700, indicating an internal transmission problem. Transmission .PDF  Before the failure, I experienced harsh shifting and jerking that became progressively worse until the…","quote_2_odi":"11748139","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a neighborhood road and my car suddenly slammed to a stop, forcing my chest into the steering wheel and throwing my dog from the backseat into the back of the passenger seat. We had it towed to a local shop and they reported the solenoid inside the…","quote_3_odi":"11735949","quote_3_text":"I started my car in the street and accelerated and it jerked and shut off in the middle of a street. I restarted it and accelerated it again and it jerked and shut off again. It's a 2023 Chevrolet Traverse with 61,570 miles. I towed it back to dealer and they are stating it's an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2024-brake-squeal-premature-wear","label":"Brake squeal and premature brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-06-21 → 2026-07-27","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11662763","quote_1_text":"I purchased the vehicle September 2024. The brakes have been squealing every time I drive the vehicle since 2 days after purchasing. I have made several complaints to multiple dealerships who keep saying squeaking is normal on brakes.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2024-electrical-system-failures","label":"Electrical system failures including battery drain and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02-28 → 2026-08-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755615","quote_1_text":"while the vehicle was being driven near Sarasota Florida at approximately 25 mph, it suddenly lost propulsion and all electrical power. The instrument panel, displays and vehicle electrical systems went completely dark. The vehicle was completely dead and would not restart.","quote_2_odi":"11686539","quote_2_text":"Got 3 houses away & a message that the Brakes have failed. Press hard to brake popped up. In addition the steering locked up. I missed hitting a lady with a kid in a stroller by 6 ft but managed to get it to the curve & with 3 pushes into park.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2025-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder failure and warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11697231","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road with my 4 year old son in the back and I went to stop at a stop sign and my car immediately lost brakes, the brakes went down to the floorboard with almost little to no stopping of my car","quote_2_odi":"11705982","quote_2_text":"2025 Traverse ABS brake system failed, and master cylinder broke at 12K. All of the safety features, Lane Departure, Forward Crash detection, blind spot, automatic braking system all stop working with no signs that it was failing!","quote_3_odi":"11710987","quote_3_text":"My vehicle experienced a brake system failure that rendered it unsafe to drive and required it to be towed to the dealership. I have been informed by the dealer that the issue involves a failure of the left rear brake caliper","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2025-onstar-telematics-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics control module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11741865","quote_1_text":"OnStar Telematic Control Module. Disables emergency crash capabilities. Problem confirmed By OnStar and dealer that unit is Bricked","quote_2_odi":"11689721","quote_2_text":"Onstar Telematics module failure. Zero connectivity with onstar in the event of theft or crash. Also causing loss of navigation, wifi, and supercruise","quote_3_odi":"11700514","quote_3_text":"Telematic control module failed. vehicle has 7k miles on it and brand new. Still under bumper to bumper warranty. Dealership diagnosed the emergency services /navigation system failure and ordered the part which is on significant backorder to due to nationwide shortage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2025-shark-fin-antenna-detachment","label":"Shark fin antenna cover detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11730298","quote_1_text":"The shark fin antenna cover became loose. The antenna then fell off at some point while driving. This coming off while driving poses a risk to others on the road as it may have fallen off and hit someone else","quote_2_odi":"11710017","quote_2_text":"The component that failed was the \"shark fin\" antenna cover. This houses the radio signal and hands free driving signals. The shark fin can be a safety concern if the cover fall off at higher speeds","quote_3_odi":"11692644","quote_3_text":"The antenna fin became detached and flew off as I was driving posing a risk to other drivers on the road. I was on an open highway when this happened. There was no damage to the fin prior to this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2025-transmission-fluid-leak","label":"Transmission fluid leak and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11665131","quote_1_text":"1. Transmission leak. Car towed to dealer on 5/1/25 still there with no resolution. 2. Transmission fluid sprayed from under car which could get on the brake rotors and exhaust system","quote_2_odi":"11643483","quote_2_text":"Brand new Traverse with 3,600 miles on it started leaking transmission Fluid. Was told by dealership it was a slow leak and it was ok to drive while waiting for parts to come in","quote_3_odi":"11671070","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has 4k miles, sudden loss of power at highway speed, rolled to right lane and fortunately had an exit close by. Engine runs and revs fine, could not engage gear (neither D or R), stuck in P","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2026-adaptive-cruise-lane-centering","label":"Adaptive cruise and lane-centering false activation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737441","quote_1_text":"While driving at freeway speed in the carpool lane with adaptive cruise control and gap assist engaged, my vehicle suddenly applied the brakes unexpectedly even though there were no vehicles directly in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11704756","quote_2_text":"The car is equipped with a supercruise feature, which should ideally enhance the driving experience. However, I've encountered a significant issue: even when this feature is not activated, the vehicle tends to oscillate between the lane markers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2026-engine-electrical-power-loss","label":"Engine or electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725251","quote_1_text":"While driving 65mph, the vehicle’s engine shut off, a ‘Reduced Acceleration Drive with Care’ message showed up and I had to coast to the side of the freeway. Engine would not restart and dealer confirmed a piston contacted a valve and a new engine is needed","quote_2_odi":"11741682","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway, the vehicle’s battery shut down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2026-infotainment-hvac-glitch","label":"Infotainment display and HVAC control malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754856","quote_1_text":"Vehicle fan blower speed changes by itself. Second issue - at times with Apple Car Play, vehicle will state audio unavailable and steering wheel audio control and GPS notifications will not work","quote_2_odi":"11754112","quote_2_text":"On start-up, intermittently the center display freezes, the HVAC system defaults to 76 degrees with the a/c and defrost stuck on with the blower on high. No driver input possible through the center display","quote_3_odi":"11749985","quote_3_text":"Instrument cluster/driver display malfunction. Driver display is the only source of spedometer, revs, gear selection, mileage, and gas level. Display began flickering black randomly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2026,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Traverse","model_slug":"traverse","cluster_id":"traverse-2026-unintended-park-brake-engagement","label":"Unintended braking or park engagement at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706428","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is unsafe for two reasons. First, it slams you on brakes and puts you in park at random times. Middle of road, parking lots, etc. This puts you at higher risk of someone hitting you","quote_2_odi":"11706269","quote_2_text":"On Monday, December 15, 2025, I was \"creeping\" into my garage when the brakes failed and I ran into my garage wall damaging my wall and the front of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11701392","quote_3_text":"When driving the car, the RPM will get \"stuck\" between 5-6 when only driving 20-30 mph. Once I slow down/brake, it will jump into a park effect, but still be in drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/chevrolet/traverse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10873803","quote_1_text":"ON JUNE 11, 2016, I WAS DRIVING 60 MPH AND HAD A FRONT END COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE. THIS WAS A 4 LANE HIGHWAY, AND A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"10871801","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO A BRICK WALL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BROKEN ANKLE AND STOMACH INJURIES DUE TO THE SEAT BELT, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"10905137","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 TRAX HAD COLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE TRAAX VERSES THE BED OF A GMC PICKUP AT A MOERATE SPEED. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss with no stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11257088","quote_1_text":"NO BRAKES WHEN DRIVING HOME FROM WORK. PEDAL PRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. PUMPING BRAKES MADE NO DIFFERENCE. THANKFULLY WAS ON A LESS TRAVELED COUNTRY ROAD AND WAS ABLE TO LIMP THE VEHICLE HOME USING PARKING BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"10875976","quote_2_text":"BACKING UP VEHICLE, PRESSED BRAKES, WENT TO FLOOR, NO BRAKES. PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL TILL VEHICLE STRUCK ANOTHER PARKED VEHICLE. PUT CAR IN DRIVE, PUT FOOT ON BRAKES TO STOP AND CHECK DAMAGE, NO BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss tied to campaign 15V146000","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11161206","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED TO FUNCTION AND THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED ABNORMALLY. NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V146000 (STEERING) WAS REFERENCED","quote_2_odi":"11532682","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of power of steering assist. Additionally, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11725182","quote_3_text":"Left red light on major hwy. Car stuck in first gear. Took MI turn around and no power steering. Limped home in first gear. Internet says there was a recall for 2014-15 Trax for same problems; Dealer says there's not, and told me to drive it there in 1st gear to check it out !","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11061442","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, IT LOST POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE PROFUSELY WHILE THE ENGINE STALLED","quote_2_odi":"11243865","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL STALL WHILE DRIVING AND NOT TURN BACK ON UNLESS THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK AND THE KEY IS TAKEN OUT AND PUT BACK IN. THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD AS IT HAS ALMOST CAUSED ME TO CRASH MULTIPLE TIMES AND THE DEALERSHIP SAYS THEY CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG WITH IT","quote_3_odi":"11702023","quote_3_text":"While driving in the highway vehicle lost power and gray smoke came out off the exhaust, it was hard to accelerate and TCS warning light and check engine light popped up. TCS warning light extinguished but check engine light still on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-front-lower-control-arm-failure","label":"Front lower control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11480121","quote_1_text":"The passenger side control arm is messed up and this is throwing the vehicle out of alignment","quote_2_odi":"11363865","quote_2_text":"THE CAR JUMPED THE CURB WHEN I WAS MAKING A LEDR HAND TURN. TOOK IT FOR INSPECTION RECENTLY AND IT FAILED DUE TO FAULTY CONTROL ARMS.THE FRONT END OF THE CAR BOUNCES AND RIDES ROUGH WHEN IT HITS A BUMP","quote_3_odi":"11289038","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN SENT A PRETTY EGREGIOUS RECALL BY GM. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT WITH THE DEALER I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY HAD TO ORDER THE PART. IT'S BEEN A MONTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-paint-peeling-body-panels","label":"Paint peeling and bubbling on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11601536","quote_1_text":"The paint is peeling off. It started as a bubble and then popped. There is no rust to indicate this being from wear and tear. The back and two spots on the hood are affected by this issue","quote_2_odi":"11363449","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A USED 2015 CHEVY TRAX IN NOV 2019. ONE OIL CHANGE INTO MY TRAX IN FEB 2020 THE PAINT STARTED BUBBLING AND COMING OFF IN THE SNOW IN MY DRIVEWAY SITTING! THEN MORE STARTED COMING OFF. I NOW HAVE 2 SPOTS ON THE BACK HATCH AND BOTH SIDES OF THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11482516","quote_3_text":"My 2015 blue Chevy Trax is under 38k miles and the paint is peeling off the tailgate under the window. After finding out that many of my same car, same color are having the exact same issue in the same spot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-rollback-on-incline","label":"Vehicle rolls backward on an incline without hill-hold","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10732186","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ON AN INCLINE WITH THE BRAKES ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"10865178","quote_2_text":"CHEVROLET HAS REPEATEDLY STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION ON THE TRAX IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED WHEN IT ALLOWS THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACKWARDS ON ANY SORT OF INCLINE, HOWEVER CHEVROLET ADVERTISES THE TRAX AS HAVING HILL START ASSIST, WHICH AUTOMATICALLY APPLIES BRAKES FOR UP TO 2","quote_3_odi":"10935584","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE ROLLS BACKWARD IN DRIVE CAUSING NEAR COLLISION. I WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS ON A SLIGHT INCLINE AND THE GEAR SELECTOR IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ROLL BACKWARD WHEN THE BRAKE IS RELEASED AND ON 2 OCCASIONS CAUSING A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2015-turbo-coolant-leak-failure","label":"Turbocharger and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11010386","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (BILLION AUTO CHEVROLET LOCATED AT 4200 W 12TH ST, SIOUX FALLS, SD 57107; (605) 988-8538) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TURBO","quote_2_odi":"11280285","quote_2_text":"NOTICED COOLANT RESERVOIR WAS EMPTY. PUT IT IN THE SHOP AND IT IS THE TURBO THAT CHEVY MANUFACTURES WITH THE ENGINE. IT IS LEAKING. THE VEHICLE IS ONLY A 2015 WITH 34,000 MILES, THE TURBO SHOULD NOT BE LEAKING ALREADY. IT DOES NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11559409","quote_3_text":"I have had multiple engine problems with my trax. For starters, shortly after I bought it in 2021 I had to have the radiator replaced, then in Aug or Sept 2022 I had to have the coil pack replaced, the in Oct 2022 the turbo needed to be replaced. Exactly 1 year after replacing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-airbag-sensor-malfunction","label":"Passenger airbag sensor malfunction and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11465325","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, she became aware that the passenger’s side air bag warning light remained off, while her daughter or fiancé was seated in the passenger’s seat","quote_2_odi":"11474826","quote_2_text":"I see in the past that there is/was a recall on the airbag system for the 2016 Chevrolet Trax. My front passenger airbag light stays on in the off setting and it is unknown if if was fixed or checked by the previous owner","quote_3_odi":"10935438","quote_3_text":"WE HAD AN SINGLE CAR CRASH. THE CAR WENT OVER A CURB AND DOWN AN EMBANKMENT AND [XXX] NEAR TOOK OUT A WOODEN WALK WAY WITH PEOPLE NEAR BY ON THE WALKWAY IT ENDED UP TOTALING ($20,000 IN DAMAGE ) OUR BRAND NEW CHEVY TRAX 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-brake-squeal","label":"Service brake squealing and brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11097620","quote_1_text":"ABOUT 3 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THIS BRAND NEW CAR, THE BRAKES STARTED SQUEALING WHEN STOPPING. I TOKE IN TO LAWRENCE HALL CHEVROLET ABILENE, TEXAS, THEY COULDN'T RECREATE THE NOISE","quote_2_odi":"10927752","quote_2_text":"TRAX HAS SQUEAKY AND SQUEALING BRAKES EVERY TIME BRAKES ARE APPLIED. THIS NOISE STARTED OFF EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE, NOW IS A CONSISTENT HEADACHE","quote_3_odi":"11104812","quote_3_text":"I WAS SLOWING DOWN TO A RED LIGHT AND THE BRAKE FROZE, IT WOULD NOT CONTINUE TO PRESS DOWN, I ENDED UP HITTING ANOTHER CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure and P0420 code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11706023","quote_1_text":"I have replaced five catalytic converters since I have owned this vehicle. Please advise","quote_2_odi":"11397779","quote_2_text":"CHECK ENGINE LOT CAME ON AND TRAX GOING THROUGH GAS FASTER THAN USUAL. DID A TEST GOT THE CODE P0420. MOST LIKELY THE O2 SENSOR BUT COULD POSSIBLY BE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER","quote_3_odi":"11385017","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE CHEVY TRAX WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. I SCANNED THE CAR WHEN SHE GOT HOME. CODE WAS P0420 FOR LOW CONVERTER EFFICIENCY. I PUT THE CAR UP ON MY CAR LIFT AND FOUND THAT THE FLEX PIPE BEHIND THE CONVERTER WAS SEPARATED MOST LIKELY FROM RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-electrical-dashboard-failure","label":"Dashboard, radio, and backup camera electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10940046","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2016 CHEVY TRAX ON 10/31/16. ONE WEEK LATER, I WENT INTO THE GARAGE, GOT INTO MY NEW CAR WHICH STATED RIGHT AWAY BUT I HAD NO DASHBOARD LIGHTS SO I HAD NO IDEA WHAT SPEED I WAS TRAVELING. I HAD NO RADIO OR REAR CAMERA BACK UP","quote_2_odi":"11219951","quote_2_text":"GOT THIS VEHICLE ON 07/23/2016, THE VEHICLE HAD MAJOR ISSUES UNTIL 09/2018. IN SEPTEMBER 2018 I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE ORIGINAL LOT TO HAVE IT INSPECTED AS WHEN SWITCHING THE FAN FOR THE A/C FROM 3 TO 4 ON THE BLOWER MOTOR SETTINGS STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11378122","quote_3_text":"AT 30K MILES ALL LIGHTS WOULD LIGHT UP AND SOMETHING WOULD DRIVE WRONG. FROM STEERING TO LOW ACCELERATION AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN. DEALERSHIP UNABLE TO FIGURE OUT PROBLEM AS WELL AS LOCAL SHOPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling on exterior body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11612361","quote_1_text":"The paint is peeling on the 2016 Chevy Trax. When I looked up the issue, I noticed tons of people had complaints about the same paint color for their Chevy Trax","quote_2_odi":"11351430","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT STARTED TO PEEL OFF THE BACK PANEL OF MY CAR UNDER THE BACK WINDOW. DEALERSHIP AND CHEVY SAID IT DID NOT QUALIFY FOR CORROSION WARRANTY AND DID NOT PROVIDE ASSISTANCE","quote_3_odi":"11316887","quote_3_text":"MY PAINT STARTED PEELING OFF THE REAR OF MY CAR. I'VE TAKEN MY CAR TO DIFFERENT DEALERS AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THERE'S NOTHING THAT CAN'T BE DONE BC I'M OUT OF WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up and power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11288608","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING SEIZED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10959169","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP (CANNOT TURN) WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11360283","quote_3_text":"ONE MORNING WHEN GOING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE POWER STEERING WOULD NOT WORK AND THE POWER STEERING INDICATOR LIGHT WOULD REMAIN ON. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2016-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and loss of power during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11640484","quote_1_text":"2016 Chevrolet Trax experienced turbocharger failure in June 2024. Initial minor acceleration inconsistencies progressed to dangerous turbulence and power loss during acceleration at both high and low speeds, with check engine light temporarily illuminating","quote_2_odi":"11471348","quote_2_text":"The turbocharger in my Chevrolt Trax suffered a stuck wastegate actuator on an interstate while coming up to speed, which caused dramatic loss of power and an inability to safely merge onto the road (top speed was now 35; I-49 has a 70 mph limit","quote_3_odi":"11522105","quote_3_text":"My trax turbo went out at like 60K and caused my car to shake and stall whenever I was breaking. This would happen at lights and stop me from being able to start my car and placing me and other drivers in a dangerous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11609761","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH; she T-boned with another vehicle (Ford F-150) however, the air bags did not deploy. No warning light had illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11377280","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DEER CAUSING SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"10994222","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THE RED LIGHT. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-blower-motor-resistor","label":"Heater blower motor resistor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11544627","quote_1_text":"The Blower Motor Resistor and Harness are faulty causing smoking and short circuit instead of blowing a fuse. Im afraid this could cause the car to catch on fire","quote_2_odi":"11522067","quote_2_text":"Resistor and resistor harness for HVAC continuously fail. About to be on fourth repair as they continue to short out and begin to melt, almost catching fire","quote_3_odi":"11579420","quote_3_text":"I am an [XXX] living on a remote ranch in northern Montana. Owning a 2017 Chevy Trax that has be in the repair shop 6 times since October 2023 to fix the heater fan blower motor that keeps burning up, leaving me without heat or defrost","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-brake-wear-rollback","label":"Rear brake wear and rollback while braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11587035","quote_1_text":"Sitting at a stoplight on a slight hill, With my foot on the break, my car started rolling backwards. When it started rolling, I pressed harder on the break and it kept rolling","quote_2_odi":"11360449","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED A NEW 2017 TRAX. AT THE 3 YEAR MARK OR NEAR, I HEARD A SQUEAL FROM TIME TO TIME WHILE DRIVING FORWARD. AT NO TIME DID THE BRAKE SQUEAL WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11073960","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE REAR BRAKES OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED BEFORE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-control-arm-suspension","label":"Front lower control arm and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11326850","quote_1_text":"2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAILED WELDED JOINTS SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLL OVER CRASH DUE TO THE FAILED PARTS. THE VEHICLE HAD A RECALL REPAIR NOTICE FOR THE FAILED PARTS","quote_2_odi":"11279792","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE VEHICLE LANDED ON ALL FOUR WHEELS. ALL THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11257325","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING MORE THAN 45 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous window and sunroof shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11339888","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A POPPING SOUND AND DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE WINDOW HAD SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"11119588","quote_2_text":"I HAD JUST PURCHASED MY CHEVY TRAX ON JULY 10, 2018. IT HAD 14,600 MILES ON IT. I WENT OUT TO MY GARAGE ON JULY 31, GOT INTO MY VEHICLE AND SHUT MY DRIVER'S DOOR AT WHICH TIME THE WINDOW GLASS BEHIND ME SHATTERED INTO A THOUSAND PIECES","quote_3_odi":"11220614","quote_3_text":"I WAS SITTING IN THE VEHICLE PARKED WAITING FOR THE RAIN TO PASS. FRONT WINDOW WAS CRACKED. WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG. TURNED AROUND THE BACK WINDOW ON THE DRIVER SIDE HAD SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with Stabilitrak warning","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11715731","quote_1_text":"When driving, speedometer/RPM dial both go to 0. The “Service Stabilitrak” message comes on followed by the “Service Power Steering, Drive With Care” message. The check engine light will also sometimes appear","quote_2_odi":"11497129","quote_2_text":"2017 Chevrolet Trax mileage 35,703 November 20, 2022 ( second incident)while driving 50 mph on a highway, I lost power steering, acceleration, and dashboard instruments( speedometer & tach) failed","quote_3_odi":"11388363","quote_3_text":"ON JAN, 4TH, 2021 ABOUT 9AM MY 2017 CHEVY TRAX DIED ON THE INTERSTATE. THE SERVICE POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON CAR JUST QUIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2017-turbo-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with stalling and check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751924","quote_1_text":"Turbocharger on my 2017 Chevy Trax failed at approximately 80,000 miles. Took it in for repair and they reported that upon examination a 299 code appeared and the turbocharger needed to be replaced. Check engines light also came on","quote_2_odi":"11649600","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the turbocharger needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11565909","quote_3_text":"turbo charger on all small engine for chevy have been giving people a lot of headaches during the winter months. Chevy is aware thar their turbo chargers are affected by cold weather but still put the turbo into new vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-awd-diff-module-failure","label":"AWD rear differential clutch module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11534196","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that at start up, the AWD disabled message was displayed. The service AWD warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11477984","quote_2_text":"All wheel drive system control module failed casing loss of awd. Dealer confirmed that this module needed to be replace and was not covered under power train warranty","quote_3_odi":"11396739","quote_3_text":"THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH MODULE SHORTED OUT. VERY EXPENSIVE PART AND IS NOT COVERED IN THE POWER TRAIN WARRANTY IT SHOULD BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-blower-motor-failure","label":"Blower motor and resistor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11634549","quote_1_text":"Blower motor and resistor, wire lume melting. So many people have the same issue on several different models","quote_2_odi":"11630658","quote_2_text":"Car filled with smoke and smell. Needed to replace the blower motor l, resistor, and pig tail or it would have killed my child","quote_3_odi":"11474771","quote_3_text":"The blower motor and blower motor resistor in this car have gone out numerous times. They do not work. Most owners of this car have it replaced multiple times, costing over $1000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Service brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11717353","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and attempting to slow down, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11669818","quote_2_text":"The contact’s parents owned a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while a parent was driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the accelerator pedal was also simultaneously depressed the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11483606","quote_3_text":"Approximately one week ago, I went to reverse out of my drive way and my brakes were very hard. I was able to stop ok, but it took more effort than normal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-control-arm-weld-recall","label":"Control arm weld failure and recall repair delays","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11745169","quote_1_text":"There are known issues with the control arms on these vehicles and I have had a clunk any time I hit the slightest bump or crack and it is especially bad when my wheels are turned","quote_2_odi":"11739885","quote_2_text":"My lower control arm weld has cracked. It was checked shortly after purchase and passed inspection at the Chevy garage in Elkins, WV. Now the weld is cracked on both driver and passenger sides and it making a clunking sound","quote_3_odi":"11208339","quote_3_text":"THE CONTROL ARM WELD WAS IMPROPERLY WELDED ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR WHICH CAN LEAD TO FATIGUE CAUSING THE WHEEL THE RUB AND CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-oil-cooler-coolant-leak","label":"Oil cooler and coolant leaks causing burning smell","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11716193","quote_1_text":"The oil cooler/oil housing leaks oil on every single one of these vehicles, spanning many years, due to its plastic housing, mounted up against a hot engine","quote_2_odi":"11646884","quote_2_text":"Engine oil cooler leaking with no dash lights causing burning plastic fumes only when sitting at an idle to enter car cabin causing passengers to feel unwell at times","quote_3_odi":"11570819","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, she noticed a leak on the ground underneath the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11740794","quote_1_text":"Power steering isn’t working","quote_2_odi":"11569192","quote_2_text":"Power steering locks up while driving, service stabilitrack warning comes on, transmission drops and car will not drive, car will not reverse","quote_3_odi":"11488909","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has been giving me such a HEADACHE! I purchased the TRAX in (12/2021) and it has been in the shop for the same issue multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2018-turbo-loss-of-power","label":"Turbocharger failure causing loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11651469","quote_1_text":"2018 chevy trax turbo messing up loss of power and making noise","quote_2_odi":"11579695","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11270140","quote_3_text":"IN FEBRUARY ON ZERO DEGREE DAY MY 2018 TRAX HAD BLUE SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE TAIL PIPE AND ALMOST STALLED CAR RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-coolant-loss-water-pump-failure","label":"Coolant loss and water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11749773","quote_1_text":"I have 36400 miles on my vehicle. It has been to dealer for service as per maintenance manual On Monday the water pump blew","quote_2_odi":"11533611","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the hood of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11531703","quote_3_text":"Numerous problems with engine overheating light coming on, leaking coolant, going up hill, car hesitate, car shakes at times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-instrument-cluster-screen-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11499428","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster failed at approximately 21,100 miles in September of 2022. Every indicator lights up but doesn't function","quote_2_odi":"11683389","quote_2_text":"The screen that tells you all information on vehicle like; speed, miles on vehicle, tire pressure, oil, etc. is 100% broken. It’s a black screen","quote_3_odi":"11603478","quote_3_text":"My car does not having a working DIC screen. No odometer, tire pressure, oil life left, no digital speedometer only manual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure and extended stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11586266","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle did not immediately stop, and the braking distance was extended","quote_2_odi":"11451896","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly came to a complete stop and lost motive power, causing the contact to suffer whiplash","quote_3_odi":"11257377","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE SERVICE BRAKE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-steering-lockup-pulling-failure","label":"Steering lock-up, pulling, and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11721921","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel frozen in position on morning cold start below 20 degrees Fahrenheit even when car is put in drive. I must warm the cabin for 15 minutes to thaw the steering column or manually pull down on wheel to loosen the column","quote_2_odi":"11171048","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT CAR 4 DAYS AGO. STEERING PULLED TO LEFT. WAS ASSURED IT JUST NEEDED ALIGNMENT","quote_3_odi":"11255690","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT CAR ON 6-26-2019 . WHILE DRIVING IN CITY GOING SLOW SEEMED FINE. GOT ON FREEWAY CAR PULLING OFF RIGHT SIDE OF ROAD , HAVE TO HOLD CONSISTENT HOLD TO THE LEFT ON STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-suspension-control-arm-recall","label":"Front suspension control arm failure and recall delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11282266","quote_1_text":"I LEASED A 2019 CHEVY TRAX IN JAN ON THIS YEAR, HAD ABOUT 8,000 MILES ON IT LAST MONTH WHEN THE LOWER CONTROL ARM FAILED WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING IT","quote_2_odi":"11496413","quote_2_text":"Ball joint on front drivers side apparently broke...vehicle at a dealership now to determine if the weld is bad or what the issue is","quote_3_odi":"11243698","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 CHEVROLET TRAX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-tire-tread-wear-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and premature wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11520324","quote_1_text":"The contact rented a 2019 Chevrolet Trax equipped with Uniroyal Tires, Tire Line: Tiger Paw, Tire Size: 205/70/R16, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering","quote_2_odi":"11349087","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE THE HIGHWAY AND WITHOUT ANY NOTICE THE TIRE BLEW OUT. AFTER INSPECTION OF THE TIRE I NOTICED THE INNER WALL OF THE TIRE HAD EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"11450477","quote_3_text":"2weeks after purchasing this car with aprox. 350 miles on the car the tires were bald . The dealer replaced the tires and said they saw no reason for this to have happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2019-turbocharger-underboost","label":"Turbocharger underboost and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719015","quote_1_text":"At roughly 90,000 miles, the turboboost charger went out in this vehicle and needed to be replaced. After speaking with my mechanic and other Chevy owners, it is a common issue in these vehicles, with many needing to be replaced well before the 90,000 mile mark that I hit","quote_2_odi":"11701583","quote_2_text":"The turbocharger cracked at only 50,000 miles. My mechanic stated it is a common issue with this engine size","quote_3_odi":"11679383","quote_3_text":"The turbocharger in this vehicle cracked at around 50,000 miles and my mechanic predicts it will happen again after another 50,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11625553","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Chevy Trax did not deploy the air bags, at all, when hit cement wall head on. The impact to my chest area caused a wire from a chest surgery to snap, and is now dangling inside the middle of my chest, near my heart","quote_2_odi":"11460063","quote_2_text":"I was hit on left side of passenger side. Air bags didnt came out on either side. Mechanics says air bags aren't working properly","quote_3_odi":"11339737","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHEVROLET TRAX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM FAILED TO DETECT A PASSENGER SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-brake-lockup-stabilitrak","label":"Brakes locking up with StabiliTrak and ABS warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756588","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Chevrolet Trax has experienced recurring brake problems for approximately two years. The issue involves the brake pedal becoming unusually resistant and the vehicle failing to brake normally when I apply the pedal","quote_2_odi":"11617166","quote_2_text":"I am not sure of what actual component(s) failed, but I do know that a brake line that had braided steel broke and spewed brake fluid failed- this line comes off the master cylinder to ABS module. Mechanic attempted replacement and there is still no pressure in the brake line","quote_3_odi":"11480687","quote_3_text":"My husband and I were leaving a local grocery store, when we began backing up and the \"hillside assist\" light came on for a 5% or so incline. So after backing up, we pulled out of the parking spot and our brakes began locking up, this continued all the way home (about 3 miles)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-coolant-overheating","label":"Coolant reservoir leaks and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11711401","quote_1_text":"For coolant reservoir being made out of polypropylene materials that is resistant to expansion and cracking, the overflow line into my reservoir is severally cracked causing excessive leaking of coolant causing steam and engine overheating","quote_2_odi":"11679691","quote_2_text":"The coolant reservoir is missing hoses which are supposed to be connected. The head gasket is completely blown out, which is under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11603687","quote_3_text":"My vehicle lost all its antifreeze. It was the day before filled to the proper level in the overflow container. The IDLE ENGINE ALERT CAME ON. When I opened the hood, no antifreeze coolant in my square overflow bottle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-dashboard-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and dashboard display blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11661844","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the instrument cluster display screen intermittently malfunctioned, displaying either a black or snowy screen. During the failure, the driver was unable the view the speedometer and the","quote_2_odi":"11617799","quote_2_text":"The driver information center in the cluster intermittently goes completely black or glitches while driving. It will go into all white dots, completely black out, or be garbled. You lose the ability to monitor your speed digitally and it causes issues with safety because it will","quote_3_odi":"11611512","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that the instrument panel would suddenly blackout for approximately 15 - 25 minutes before returning to normal operation. The failure occurred intermittently while driving or the vehicle was idling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-tire-sidewall-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11748186","quote_1_text":"There are vertical splits from the sidewall seam to the tread line. Oil spurted out when I checked the tire pressure","quote_2_odi":"11539901","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Trax equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: ProContact, Tire Size: P205/70/R16, DOT Number: P50WWBVD4219. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the rear passenger’s side tire experienced a blowout","quote_3_odi":"11748196","quote_3_text":"Tire cracks on all tires. 4 separate reports","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission slipping, jerking, and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11719156","quote_1_text":"I was driving my car and was at a stop sign and the vehicle started acting odd and it felt like it was lunging me forward. I was concerned that it was going to do it without my control and after that it almost sluggish and stalling until I could get it out of the intersection","quote_2_odi":"11623011","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at a stop sign, the Hill Assist function failed to operate as intended. The contact removed her foot off the brake pedal and the vehicle rolled backwards","quote_3_odi":"11579306","quote_3_text":"The initial problem was a defective shifter. It took over a month for a Chevrolet service department to get the vehicle in and fix the problem. By the time I brought the vehicle in to fix the shifter, the transmission was hesitating to switch gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-turbo-limp-mode","label":"Turbocharger failure and limp-mode power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11705042","quote_1_text":"Every winter because of the cold weather the tube for the turbo cracks and causes performance problems such as lack of throttle, sluggishness, limp mode activates. In limp mode the vehicle will only go about 10 miles per hour","quote_2_odi":"11677389","quote_2_text":"Turbo has failed twice causing loss of power and it is EXTREMELY dangerous on highway. As it takes considerable amount of time to reach highway speeds. And the risk for getting in an accident is VERY high","quote_3_odi":"11446944","quote_3_text":"The Turbo Charger was cracked and hanging. Not spinning. Would not accelerate over 40 mph. They replaced it. Engine light came on today 1-10-2022 while acceleration uphill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2020-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11656002","quote_1_text":"On Oct 08, 2024 Milan Tire and Brake replace wiper motor part. Since then the wiper motor part only works for about 2 months","quote_2_odi":"11599584","quote_2_text":"I was driving to the post office and it was raining heavily so i turn on my wiper blades however after a couple minutes of doing so I saw my MICHELIN wiper blade silicone pealing off I was about to stop the blades but the Michelin blade broke in half and got blew away by wind","quote_3_odi":"11561057","quote_3_text":"This vehicle currently had 48,568 miles at time of repair. Windshield wipers were not working properly. Had the issue diagnosed at RD Banks Chevrolet in Champion, Oh. They determined it to be a windshield wiper motor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09-05 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11580674","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at a stop light, another vehicle rear-ended the vehicle. The contact stated that both the driver and passenger seat belts failed to restrain both occupants. The air bags also failed to deploy upon impact","quote_2_odi":"11749612","quote_2_text":"While the driver was attempting to avoid striking a deer, the vehicle crashed into a barbed wire fence. The air bags did not deploy. In addition, the contact stated that the engine detached from the vehicle after the crash","quote_3_odi":"11482758","quote_3_text":"My wife was driving and we were hit hard enough to shove the vehicle into the next lane and crumple the undercarriage of the vehicle. Making it undrivable anymore. And any information I can find says side impact air bags will deploy if the vehicle is hit anywhere on the side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-brake-master-cylinder","label":"Brake pedal failure and master cylinder replacement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09-05 → 2023-07-24","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11431780","quote_1_text":"6,253 miles. Again applying brakes hard the vehicle pulled hard right. Days later the brakes were spongy and then that lead up to the brakes going to the floor board.  I went to the service department where they did a test drive and found that…","quote_2_odi":"11534110","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and became stuck. The contact had to manually retract the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with brake positioner failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-01-06 → 2023-01-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11500450","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the  AC unit was distributing hot air.  The contact detected white smoke emerging from the engine compartment and the vehicle caught fire. The contact was able to pull over and exit the vehicle without injury","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-engine-transmission-stall","label":"Engine seizure and transmission communication fault","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-26 → 2026-03-19","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11713436","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, while the roads were clear, dry, and the weather was good, the engine seized, and the vehicle lost motive power and decelerated to 55 MPH. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, and the brake pedal was depressed; however…","quote_2_odi":"11725693","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has 2 permanent codes. One is a communication blackout, the other code means the hardware is melting. GM is doing a formal inspection in April. The Ucode meant that the engine stopped talking to the transmission or visa versa","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument panel display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05-20 → 2025-07-21","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11662088","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel where the digital speed, tire pressure, mileage etc.. is displayed goes black.  Sometimes it comes back on and sometimes it stays off for hours","quote_2_odi":"11675210","quote_2_text":"At roughly 60,000 miles the VCU (vehicle cockpit unit) began glitching. It would flicker, go black and then come back after a few seconds. Now at 92,xxx miles (don't know how many miles because it's black right now) its off more than its on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-roof-trim-detachment","label":"Driver-side roof rack trim detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-08 → 2026-04-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729901","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the driver's side roof rack exterior trim detached and flew off the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected. The manufacturer was notified of the failure","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2021-turbo-engine-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure and engine power loss","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12-07 → 2026-02-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11638576","quote_1_text":"1/23/25 This is the 3rd time the turbocharger has malfunction within 2 1/2 months and is once again at the dealership service department. Horrible smoke was filling the inside of the car while I was driving and smelled as though something was badly burning","quote_2_odi":"11629369","quote_2_text":"On 11/25/24 while my daughter was driving my 2021 Trax all of a sudden the engine light came on and my car lost power while lots of smoke began coming out of the exhaust pipe the car started to shake she thankfully made it to the Dealership service department","quote_3_odi":"11717127","quote_3_text":"The Turbo Charger failed suddenly without a prior display of a warning light and was replaced by an independent service center in June 2025. I received a letter from GM in November 2025 stating there was a known \"condition\" that may cause the Turbo Charger to need replacing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11697221","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving approximately at 65 MPH when a deer suddenly jumped out from the side of the road, causing the contact to hit the deer with the front driver side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy.","quote_2_odi":"11695440","quote_2_text":"The contact's mother-in-law owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while driving 8-10 MPH from a stop sign, the vehicle was T-boned by a truck driving 30-35 MPH. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle sustained significant damage,…","quote_3_odi":"11655868","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while his girlfriend was driving through an intersection at 20 MPH, another vehicle ran a red light and crashed into the vehicle, causing a T-bone impact. The air bags did not deploy upon impact.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-auto-headlight-flicker","label":"Automatic headlight and daytime running light flicker","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11606447","quote_1_text":"Ambient light sensor malfunctioned on my 2024 Trax. It would flicker on and off in daylight when in the auto lighting headlight mode. After checking Reddit, many other owners are having the same issue.","quote_2_odi":"11597608","quote_2_text":"The automatic lighting control module is malfunctioning and causing my headlights to turn on/off rapidly in multiple different lighting conditions. Weather the sun is up/overcast or even at night if I’m close enough behind a vehicle from the reflection of my…","quote_3_odi":"11556919","quote_3_text":"Auto headlights turn headlights ON in sunshine. Then OFF in daytime shade. (when driving down a tree lined road, lights come on when not under tree shade, then off with every tree shade, gives the appearance I am \"flashing\" my headlights, same thing with underpasses, etc.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Catastrophic engine failure from broken rod or bearing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11735690","quote_1_text":"Traveling up I-XXX in [XXX] with my [XXX] daughter, heard a loud bang, pulled over to the side of the road and vehicle caught on fire. Connecting rod broke and blew out the side of the engine block.","quote_2_odi":"11728313","quote_2_text":"17k miles, head a loud pop sound, engine light came and all the oil and coolant was on the ground, engine was smoking. Had the vehicle towed and was told by the service department the connecting Rod failed which caused the catastrophic engine failure.","quote_3_odi":"11662100","quote_3_text":"My engine suffered catastrophic engine failure with less than 14,000 miles. I was travelling at highway speeds on a busy highway in rush hour. I heard what sounded like an explosion, lost all power, and had to steer across two lanes where I just made it onto the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745572","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that while at a complete stop at the stop light, the instrument panel and the infotainment screen went blank momentarily. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the codes were reset.","quote_2_odi":"11677778","quote_2_text":"When my daughter and I were driving on the highway, the dash lights completely went out while driving at over 60 miles per hour. It was a scary experience. The dash lights came back on a few seconds later.","quote_3_odi":"11565281","quote_3_text":"Instrument panel goes blank and blacks out while driving, this poses a huge safety risk!! I am unable to use anything in the instrument panel. There was a recall for some Trax's but it says mine doesn't qualify, I don't know why!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to open or close","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11553147","quote_1_text":"Driver side power window does not work intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11551067","quote_2_text":"I have had the car for two weeks and now the driver side window has completely stopped working. I can’t roll the window up or down.","quote_3_odi":"11585206","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that the windows of the vehicle failed to roll down intermittently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times. The dealer lubricated the windows tract;…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2024-wiper-blade-availability","label":"Proprietary wiper arm with unavailable replacement blades","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11645753","quote_1_text":"There are NO wiper blades available for the 2025 Chevy Trax. It utilizes a unique and propertiary wiper arm that accepts no brand of commercially available wiper blades and the OEM Wiper Blades have been \"Sold Out\" as long as the vehicle has been available.","quote_2_odi":"11645772","quote_2_text":"OEM windshield wipers are failing after only 7000 miles of light use. Wipers smear the water across windshield making visibility extremely poor. There are zero compatible aftermarket wipers that fit the wiper arm.","quote_3_odi":"11728053","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for the windshield wiper blades to be replaced. The contact stated that the mechanic was unable to find aftermarket wiper blades to fit the wiper…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-ac-evaporator-condenser-failure","label":"AC evaporator and condenser cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756122","quote_1_text":"Faulty air condenser. Condenser had a hole","quote_2_odi":"11614444","quote_2_text":"Evaporator has gone out. Dealer confirmed. Parts on back-order. No warnings, AC just stopped blowing out cold air","quote_3_odi":"11649271","quote_3_text":"No cold AC only hot, car temps hit 107 as of 3/19/25 is believed to be the Evaporator system. I have an 8 month old baby this is very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714674","quote_1_text":"I was in car accident on 1/16/2026. I was rear ended went into the guard rail then into the vehicle in front of me. My air bags didn't deploy","quote_2_odi":"11736058","quote_2_text":"Had a bumper to bumper collision that was caused by me, the cars computer sent a report to OnStar and OnStar said that they had airbag deployment alert going off in the car. However, the airbags never deployed","quote_3_odi":"11700930","quote_3_text":"The warning red light that usually goes off didn't and I hit a Jeep at a speed of about 55 to 60 mph yet none of my airbags diployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-dash-screen-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742226","quote_1_text":"The speedometer/instrument cluster screen went completely black at startup on XXX. I had no ability to see my speed, fuel level, or any dashboard warning lights. I was forced to pull over on a public road and restart the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11680322","quote_2_text":"The instrument cluster (speedometer etc.) and info system goes blank periodically while we are driving the vehicle. The entire cluster goes black, then after about 30 seconds to a minute it comes back on","quote_3_odi":"11670476","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the instrument panel and cluster became inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754170","quote_1_text":"Saw smoke coming from an under the hood, pulled over opened hood and there were flames all across the top of the engine","quote_2_odi":"11724644","quote_2_text":"Parked vehicle fire that happened approximately 8-9 hours after parking it. Neighbors woke me up at 4:30am after hearing a loud boom. When i went outside the whole front end was engulfed in flames","quote_3_odi":"11626571","quote_3_text":"Within 2 minutes I notices quite a bit of smoke coming from under the hood. I called the fire department and within 10 minutes the entire front of the car was on fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-forward-collision-phantom-brake","label":"Forward collision avoidance phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669952","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will indicate a pedestrian or another vehicle in front of and activate forward collision detection with hard braking when there are no pedestrians or obstacles/objects on the road- problem persists after having a new radar system installed via dealership","quote_2_odi":"11648486","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will “disengage from adaptive cruise control” randomly and hard brake when there is nothing in front of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11683181","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at highway speeds during sunset, the Forward Collision Avoidance feature engaged unintendedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-fuel-system-failure","label":"Fuel system component failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628543","quote_1_text":"Fuel injection system failure. Dealer confirmed code being seen was related to fuel injectors","quote_2_odi":"11643559","quote_2_text":"FUEL RAIL SYSTEM - The check engine light came on after only three days/156 miles!","quote_3_odi":"11686774","quote_3_text":"I just purchased this vehicle. I found that the fuel filler neck has a leak which is a fire risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-transmission-jerking-hesitation","label":"Transmission jerking, hesitation, and hard shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730560","quote_1_text":"The first problem began at approximately 5,000 miles. After refueling, the vehicle’s transmission would slip severely. The slipping continued to occur intermittently after that point","quote_2_odi":"11676187","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Chevrolet Trax. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop and while coming to a stop, the vehicle was jerking and the transmission experienced hard shifts","quote_3_odi":"11645135","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a safety incident that occurred on [XXX] with my new GM vehicle, a 2025 Chevy Trax with roughly 3000 odometer miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Trax","model_slug":"trax","cluster_id":"trax-2025-wiper-blade-streaking","label":"Wiper blade streaking and freezing","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672689","quote_1_text":"I’m reporting a recurring issue with the windshield wiper blades on my brand-new 2025 Chevrolet Trax vehicle. The driver-side wiper blade consistently leaves streaks across the windshield, especially during rain","quote_2_odi":"11645803","quote_2_text":"Unknown. The OEM wipers have a large streak in the main field of vision on the drivers side. They only last a FEW weeks with new OEM parts","quote_3_odi":"11632596","quote_3_text":"On mornings that the temperature drops close to freezing, the nozzles for the windshield wiper fluid freeze and do not operate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chevrolet/trax","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2011-brake-loss","label":"Loss of braking and ABS-related brake malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11469570","quote_1_text":"Several times over the 2 years I have owned this vehicle while driving an almost complete loss of braking occurs with a service notice for the ABS system. If you turn off the ignition and restart it the braking works fine","quote_2_odi":"11678156","quote_2_text":"I was stopped at a red light with my foot on the brake. When the light turned green, I released the brake and the car suddenly accelerated forward on its own, without me touching the accelerator. As soon as the car surged forward, I immediately pressed the brake pedal hard to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2011-charge-cord-overheating","label":"Charge cord and outlet overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10452948","quote_1_text":"OUR VOLT WAS LEFT OVERNIGHT TO CHARGE USING THE SUPPLIED 120V LEVEL ONE CHARGE CORD THAT COMES WITH THE VEHICLE (THEREFORE I CONSIDER IT PART OF THE VEHICLE.) IN THE MORNING THE VEHICLE WAS NOT CHARGED -- AT SOME POINT DURING THE NIGHT THE CHARGE FAILED AFTER THE BATTERY","quote_2_odi":"11024182","quote_2_text":"IN THE 6 YEARS THAT I'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE, THE POWER CORD HAS BURN THROUGH 2 TIMES AND THE RECEPTACLE IN WHICH IT WAS PLUGGED WAS BURNED OUT 4 TIMES. I'M FORTUNATE MY HOUSE HASN'T CAUGHT FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11424711","quote_3_text":"Charging station over heated and the plug burnt my wall plug","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2011-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11329552","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10992579","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S INSTRUMENT PANEL (LCD DISPLAY) BLACKOUT. THE LCD DISPLAY SIMPLY DID NOT COME ON AS IT NORMALLY DID WHEN I TURNED ON THE VEHICLE. I AM DRIVING \"BLIND\" CAN'T TELL HOW FAST I'M GOING, HOW MUCH GAS IS LEFT, CAN'T SEE IF THE TURN SIGNALS ARE BLINKING, DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH","quote_3_odi":"11074599","quote_3_text":"DRIVER DISPLAY SHUTS OFF WHILE IN MOTION DRIVING USUALLY IN COLD WEATHER. TEMPERATURE USUALLY AROUND 0 DEGREES CELSIUS AND BELOW. CONSISTENTLY EVERY MORNING AT COLD START 1-2 MINS INTO DRIVE. THIS RESULTS IN NO SPEEDOMETER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11360869","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS TURNED AND AIRBAG SENSOR IS BAD. PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL NOT ILLUMINATE AND WORK FOR SOMEONE SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11257693","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED DUE TO A FAILED SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. HAD TO REPLACE WITH A USED SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11191100","quote_3_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AT STARTUP. ITS THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR IN SEAT, SOUNDS LIKE ITS THE PRESSURE PLATE TO ACTIVATE AIR BAG IS BAD. SOUNDS LIKE A COMMON THING WITH THE VOLT?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2011-propulsion-power-reduced","label":"Propulsion power reduced warning and deceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11220305","quote_1_text":"PROPULSION POWER REDUCED WARNING HAPPENING OFTEN. CAR WAS BROUGHT IN FOR DIAGNOSIS AND I WAS TOLD THERE WAS A SW REFLASH REQUIRED. IT CONTINUES TO OCCUR AFTER THIS REFLASH. IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WHEN THIS OCCURS WHILE ENTERING A HIGHWAY AND I CANNOT GET UP TO HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11103810","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET VOLT. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE \"PROPULSION POWER LOW DECREASE SPEED\" MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND THE SPEED AUTOMATICALLY DECREASED TO 20 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10533692","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED WITHOUT ANY WARNINGS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2012-brake-pedal-loss-of-assist","label":"Brake pedal requiring excess pressure or loss of assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":245,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11557540","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow down, the brake pedal required an abnormal amount of pressure to slow the vehicle. The ABS warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11560993","quote_2_text":"Grandson was driving and went to brake to make a turn and the engine not available light came on and he had no brakes. He was unable to slow and take the turn and hit a truck in the front driver quarter panel which resulted in the car being a total loss","quote_3_odi":"10960440","quote_3_text":"THE SPEED CONTROL WOULD STICK ON DURING VERY COLD WEATHER. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST TWICE TO MY WIFE. SHE RODE THE BRAKE TO SLOW IT DOWN BUT THE CAR KEPT FIGHTING THE BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2012-charger-outlet-overheating","label":"Charging equipment or outlet overheating during charging","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":245,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10853865","quote_1_text":"2012 VOLT CHARGER HAS BURNED MY OUTLET, AND MY MELTED IT AND IT HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE","quote_2_odi":"11000900","quote_2_text":"THE CHARGER OVER HEATS AND MELTS WIRES COATING SHORTING THE WIRING CAUSE CHARGER TO BLOW FUSE LEAVING A FIRE HAZARD IN YOUR GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"11121732","quote_3_text":"2012 CHEVROLET VOLT CHARGING STATION HAS BURNED THE OUTLET IN MY GARAGE THREE TIMES. EACH TIME I HIRED AN ELECTRICIAN TO REPLACE BURNED OUTLET AND VERIFY IT IS WIRED PROPERLY. WHATEVER THE MALFUNCTION IS, IT DOES NOT TRIP THE GFCI. THIS IS A FIRE HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2012-instrument-panel-display-blank","label":"Instrument panel or driver display going blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":245,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10872363","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE AMOUNT OF FUEL THAT WAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND THE SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11486953","quote_2_text":"Driver’s display completely dark. I can’t see speed, gas remaining, charge remaining, turn signals, gear, warnings if tire pressure is low, etc. Upon turning the car off and back on, the display lights back for an couple of minutes until it goes dark again","quote_3_odi":"11746435","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the contact attempted to start the vehicle; however, the instrument panel displayed a blank screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2012-passenger-sensing-airbag-light","label":"Passenger sensing system malfunction and airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":245,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10944228","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 CHEVROLET VOLT STARTED EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH THE SENSOR THAT DETECTS THE WEIGHT OF A INDIVIDUAL IN THE SEAT. THE PROBLEM HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE AND BEGAN AROUND 19,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11583704","quote_2_text":"In September 2019, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened [XXX] to assess the malfunction of the Passenger Sensing System (PSS) in the 2012-2013 Chevrolet Volt vehicles. Due to that malfunction, the air bag system malfunction indicator light is activated","quote_3_odi":"11644947","quote_3_text":"passenger presence detection system is malfunctioning, and causing a \"service airbag\" warning. This is a huge safety issue that could be detrimental or deathly in the event of an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2012-propulsion-power-reduced-stall","label":"Reduced propulsion power or stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":245,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10874176","quote_1_text":"IN THE LAST TWO MONTHS THE ERROR MESSAGE \"PROPULSION POWER REDUCED\" HAS HAPPENED AND THE VEHICLE HAS GONE INTO LIP MODE. ALL THREE TIMES THE MESSAGE OCCURRED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, BATTERY DEPLETED, AND GAS ENGINE RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11602358","quote_2_text":"Propulsion Power Reduced message showed near the speedometer. My speed was immediately decreased. The check engine light also came on. Despite pressing the gas pedal, the speed could not be maintained and I had to pull off quickly before causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"11742075","quote_3_text":"Message on dash \"Service High Voltage charging system\" . Code cleared by inexperienced mechanic. Stalled on the side of the road with \"Engine not available\" , \"Low propulsion\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2013-brake-pedal-malfunction","label":"Brake pedal malfunction during stops","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11486613","quote_1_text":"Stacia was driving the vehicle on September 20th on a residential street. She was driving at 25 MPH. All of the sudden the brakes slammed on by themselves and the car slammed to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11601801","quote_2_text":"While driving, the car developed a brake malfunction. when the brake pedal is depressed you can feel the pedal pulsating and was not slowing down until you pressed harder then the brakes apply abruptly causing risk of rear ending","quote_3_odi":"11428101","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact’s husband stated that while attempting to park the vehicle while driving approximately 1 mph, the brakes would not function","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2013-hv-charging-fault","label":"High-voltage charging system fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11366229","quote_1_text":"BACK IN JUNE 2020 TOOK MY 2013 CHEVY VOLT TO FERMAN CHEVROLET FOR SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM FAULT, DRIVE BATTERY NOT FULLY CHARGING, REDUCED PROPULSION FAULT AND BURNT ODOR FROM UNDER HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11491035","quote_2_text":"The High Voltage charging system error message has chronically been triggered despite numerous mechanic visits, sensor and coolant replacement. I am now told this is a software issue and hope to have it resolved","quote_3_odi":"11430338","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that the vehicle would not charge. The contact stated that the \"service high voltage charging system\" warning message was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2013-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat presence sensor disabling airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":126,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11429928","quote_1_text":"If nobody is in the passenger seat it gives a warning to check the airbag. If someone is in the seat there is no issue. I’ve seen others report this online and it appears to be a $1,200 defect. People won’t pay to repair this so it becomes a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11317171","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER PRESENCE SENSOR (PPS) MALFUNCRION IN PASSENGER AIRBAG IN 2013 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CAR ALWAYS CONSISTENTLY HAD THE AIRBAG LIGHT GO ON AND OFF MANY TIMES FOR YEARS WITH THE CAR. IT ALWAYS STAYS ON DUE TO PPS MODULE ERROR NOW","quote_3_odi":"11221249","quote_3_text":"I AM GETTING AN AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAUSED BY A FAULTY PASSENGER PRESENCE MODULE. IF I HAVE A PASSENGER RIDING WITH ME, THE WARNING LIGHT WILL GO ON AND OFF SOMETIMES CAUSED BY HITTING BUMPS IN THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2013-propulsion-power-reduced","label":"Propulsion power reduced during driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11705337","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The Check Engine warning light was flashing, and the messages \"No Propulsion Power\" and \"No Power To Engine\" were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11651727","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving approximately 76-77 MPH, the vehicle experienced reduced power. The message \"Low Propulsion\" was displayed, and the engine revved significantly","quote_3_odi":"11318140","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOOSES PROPULSION WHILE DRIVING AND IT SWITCHES FROM ELECTRIC TO GAS. IT HAS HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE, BUT THIS LAST TIME I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED BUT THE PROBLEM HAS PERSISTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-airbag-passenger-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant-detection sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11509282","quote_1_text":"Passenger airbag sensor is faulty. It is available for inspection upon request. My passenger is at risk if the airbag does not deploy in case of an accident","quote_2_odi":"11506983","quote_2_text":"Service Airbag warning light comes on and off. Reading message boards for 2014 Chevy Volt, is seems that this is a defective Passenger Occupancy Sensor that happens on a lot of Volts","quote_3_odi":"11397782","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CONTACT STATED THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITANTLY FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss with ABS and StabiliTrak warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10604748","quote_1_text":"INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE COMING TO A STOP AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL ON CITY STREETS. REACHED APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AS I APPROACHED HE INTERSECTION, WHEN BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR, AND NORMAL BRAKING FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10910245","quote_2_text":"WHILE BACKING UP AT LOW SPEED, MY WIFE APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR, SHE LIFTED HER FOOT AND APPLIED THE BRAKES AND ONCE AGAIN THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"11057506","quote_3_text":"ON WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2017, I WAS BACKING UP FROM A STARBUCKS PARKING LOT WHEN I HIT MY BRAKES HARD TO AVOID ANOTHER CAR (ALSO BACKING UP)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-defroster-heater-failure","label":"Electric heater failure disables windshield defroster","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11163421","quote_1_text":"FRONT WINDOW DEFROSTER NOT WORKING RESULTING IN POOR FORWARD VISIBILITY WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE. WINDOW DEFROSTER NOT WORKING BECAUSE HEATING SYSTEM FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11160660","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRIC HEATING SYSTEM FAILED ON MY VOLT WHICH DISABLED THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER, CREATING A DANGEROUS VISIBILITY SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"10935519","quote_3_text":"THE WATERHEATER PUMP ON THE CAR IS OUT AT JUST 53L MILES AND CHEVY STATES THAT THIS IS NOT THEIR PROBLEM EVEN THOUGH WE CANT GET THE PART BECAUSE IT IS BACK ORDERED DUE TO SO MANY INDIVIDUALS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-instrument-panel-dark","label":"Instrument panel or display goes dark or reboots","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11176666","quote_1_text":"STARTING UP THE CAR IN THE MORNING, THE DISPLAY PANEL WENT DARK. I TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE AND TRIED STARTING UP THE VEHICLE AGAIN WITH NO CHANGE. THE DISPLAY PANEL IS DARK","quote_2_odi":"11021531","quote_2_text":"THE SCREEN THAT DISPLAYS SPEED, FUEL REMAINING, ETC GOES DARK AT RANDOM TIMES WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN I FIRST TURN ON THE CAR AND LASTS FOR SEVERAL MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"10929023","quote_3_text":"CHEVROLET VOLT 2014 HEAD UNIT REBOOTS WHILE VEHICLE IN MOTION (CITY STREETS AND FREEWAYS). NO USER AUXILIARY DEVICE PLUGGED IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-power-button-proximity","label":"Power button proximity to drive-mode selector","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10614964","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, HE INADVERTENTLY TOUCHED THE IGNITION SWITCH. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE OPERATING BUTTONS WERE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER WHICH MAY CAUSE A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"10781322","quote_2_text":"IGNITION SHUT OFF ON MASSACHUSETTS TURNPIKE WHEN TRYING TO CHANGE FROM NORMAL (ELECTRIC) TO HOLD (GAS) MODE. MODE BUTTON IS TOO CLOSE TO IGNITION POWER BUTTON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-propulsion-power-reduced","label":"Propulsion power reduced / loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11646151","quote_1_text":"Propulsion power is reduced","quote_2_odi":"11558242","quote_2_text":"The car stopped working at a stoplight while I was driving my son to school. There was no warning other than a \"Propulsion power is reduced\" message seconds before it stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11614494","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the contact stated that while attempting to merge in the right lane, the vehicle hesitated and shut off while in the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2014-steering-lock-catch","label":"Steering wheel sticking or locking sensation","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11173947","quote_1_text":"MY VOLT STEERING WHEEL STICKS IN THE CENTER POSITION AFTER DRIVING IN STRAIGHT LINE. IT THEN REQUIRES SOME FORCE TO \"BREAK OUT\". AFTER THIS BREAKOUT IT OPERATES NORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10898391","quote_2_text":"I'VE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING. IT CAN BE TEMPORARILY ALLEVIATED BY TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF FOR SERVERAL MINUTES, HOWEVER, THE PROBLEM WILL USUALLY PERSIST AT SOME POINT THEREAFTER","quote_3_odi":"10865641","quote_3_text":"STICKING STEERING. TEMPORARY LOCKING FEELING STEERING WHILE DRIVING FREEWAY SPEEDS AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2015-airbag-warning","label":"Service airbag warning from passenger presence sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11501176","quote_1_text":"The passenger presence sensor in the front passenger seat is malfunctioning and spare parts to replace it are not available from the manufacturer","quote_2_odi":"11257657","quote_2_text":"WHEN A PASSENGER GETS OUT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT A WARNING WILL FLASH SAYING TO SERVICE THE AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"11123987","quote_3_text":"THE SERVICE AIR BAG MESSAGE INTERMITTENTLY TURNS ON AND OFF FOR NO REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2015-brake-loss","label":"Loss of brake function during operation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11706598","quote_1_text":"A \"service brakes\" warning came up when I was parked in a parking lot and immediately afterwards the brakes stopped working when I was reversing in the parking lot and I almost backed up into another car","quote_2_odi":"11437366","quote_2_text":"Brake petal went to floor and now very hard to press","quote_3_odi":"10990473","quote_3_text":"I APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL,WHICH FELT MUSHY. AND MY VOLT CONTINUED PICKING UP SPEED AND WOULD NOT STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2015-charging-failure","label":"Charging system failure and overheating","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11757523","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a catastrophic charging system failure","quote_2_odi":"10667576","quote_2_text":"I LEASED A 2015 CHEVY VOLT, I USED THE SUPPLIED CHARGING STATION TO CHARGE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11635881","quote_3_text":"The car has not been able to charge since April of last year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2015-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and center display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11288882","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT BLANK AND TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"11245620","quote_2_text":"MY '15 VOLT (99K MILES) CENTER INFORMATION DISPLAY STOPPED WORKING 3 DAYS AGO","quote_3_odi":"10881350","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY VOLT ON THE FREEWAY, BOTH THE NAVIGATION DISPLAY AND THE INSTRUMENT DISPLAY WENT BLANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2015-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11699358","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Chevy Volt has been experiencing ongoing mechanical and electrical issues, including random power loss, reduced propulsion warnings, and sudden vehicle shutdowns with no prior indication","quote_2_odi":"11558541","quote_2_text":"Car experienced sudden loss of power while driving. Warning appeared 'Propulsion Power Reduced.' Was able to continue driving short distance home and parked","quote_3_odi":"10787489","quote_3_text":"FRIDAY OCTOBER 30 AT 1 PM PACIFIC COAST TIME, MY VOLT LOST ALL POWER ON THE MIDDLE OF THE SAN MATEO BRIDGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2016-becm-propulsion-loss","label":"BECM failure causing propulsion loss and no-start condition","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747550","quote_1_text":"The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) on my 2016 Chevrolet Volt has failed. The vehicle and the component are currently located at my home address and are available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11614848","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while the daughter was driving in reverse the warning message \"Reduced Propulsion\" had displayed and suddenly the power steering failed and the vehicle lurched backward and crashed into a utility pole","quote_3_odi":"11639391","quote_3_text":"Vehicle had the Battery Energy Control Module fail at about 87,000 miles. Vehicle will not start and will leave you stranded when this happens","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2016-egr-valve-failure","label":"EGR valve failure and backordered replacement parts","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11717029","quote_1_text":"The engine light came on, but the car would run and so took it to the dealer. They determined that the EGR valve had failed and would cost $2400 to repair","quote_2_odi":"11616531","quote_2_text":"The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve failed. Confirmed by dealer, Culver City Chevrolet, 8/29/2024. Failed EGR valve causes gas engine to emit harmful smog forming emissions","quote_3_odi":"11594428","quote_3_text":"There is a propulsion warning due to faulty EGR valves. Many customers are experiencing backorders lasting for up to 6 months or more, just from what I can quickly find online. I am now on my 5-month mark","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2016-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment display screen goes blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11089585","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WHERE THE CENTER DISPLAY CONSOLE GOES BLANK ON STARTING THE CAR AND IS COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE. THIS DISPLAYS VITAL INFORMATION SUCH AS LOCATION, CHARGE CAPACITY, CLIMATE CONTROLS, ETC","quote_2_odi":"11242752","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHEVROLET VOLT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK-UP CAMERA WAS MALFUNCTIONING AND THE FRONT CONSOLE WOULD NOT WORK IF OTHER SERVICES WERE BEING USED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2016-shift-to-park-error","label":"Shift-to-Park warning preventing vehicle power-off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11421176","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Shifter does not correctly register the vehicle is in park. Does not allow the vehicle to be turned off","quote_2_odi":"11470132","quote_2_text":"When attempting to power down the car, a message, “Action required, Shift to Park” appears and car will not power down","quote_3_odi":"11312291","quote_3_text":"2016 GEN 2 CHEVY VOLT EXPERIENCING ERROR MESSAGE OF 'SHIFT TO PARK' EVEN THOUGH CAR IS IN PARK. CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF UNTIL MESSAGE CLEARED AND THAT TAKES SEVERAL ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"chevrolet-volt-2016-uncommanded-acceleration","label":"Uncommanded acceleration under electric drive","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11299056","quote_1_text":"UN-COMMANDED VEHICLE ACCELERATION UNDER FULL ELECTRIC DRIVE MODE (TWICE)","quote_2_odi":"10906933","quote_2_text":"THERE'S AN ODD SITUATION WHEN I'M IN THE ELECTRIC MODE AND AM PASSING OVER A BUMPY BIT OF ROAD: THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES AUTOMATICALLY","quote_3_odi":"11713506","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has had multiple incidents of surging of the propulsion system both on battery power and when powered by the internal combustion engine, causing loss of propulsion and sudden acceleration almost causing collisions multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2017-becm-motive-power-loss","label":"Battery Energy Control Module loss of motive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11678683","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 65 MPH on an interstate highway, the vehicle's check engine light illuminated. Very shortly after, the dashboard screen displayed the message \"propulsion power reduced,\" and the internal combustion engine turned on. The vehicle's power was","quote_2_odi":"11643871","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the “Propulsion Power Reduced” message in the driver information center was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent but had occurred","quote_3_odi":"11745949","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speeds over 100 miles away from home with my child in the vehicle, the car experienced a sudden, catastrophic loss of propulsion power and entered 'Propulsion Power Reduced' mode, dropping vehicle speed immediately and creating an extreme hazard with","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2017-becm-no-start-no-charge","label":"Battery Energy Control Module no-start or no-charge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11725069","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start while parked. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with","quote_2_odi":"11611652","quote_2_text":"Without warning, my car stopped charging. Noticed it was at 0 miles despite charging it the night before. Believing I may have not properly connected the home cord (supplied by Chevy) to the car, I chalked it up to being my mistake and plugged in again the next night. Same","quote_3_odi":"11701739","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to turn the vehicle on the vehicle did not start. The contact stated that vehicle restarted after an hour. The contact stated the during the second occasion the vehicle did not restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2017-egr-valve-blown-fuse","label":"EGR valve failure with blown fuse and reduced propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11617677","quote_1_text":"On July 21st, 2024, the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve failed. It blows the “Non Walk Home” F03 fuse, resulting in the check engine light and a “Propulsion Power is Reduced” warning message. The vehicle is not to be driven in this condition. The EGR valve is included in","quote_2_odi":"11594279","quote_2_text":"The EGR valve had an electrical short, causing the 15A F03 fuse to blow. This causes a \"reduced propulsion\" message to appear and also causes the vehicle to start overheating. The faulty EGR valve is available for inspection. This failure occurred while we were on the interstate","quote_3_odi":"11642680","quote_3_text":"The EGR valve failed. This caused the vehicle to have insufficient propulsion while driving. The dealer has confirmed the EGR valve is the problem. The vehicle is at the dealership. The check engine light came on. The dealer is now stating the replacement EGR valve is a $4000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2017-propulsion-power-reduced","label":"Propulsion Power Reduced message with loss of speed","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11591648","quote_1_text":"Driving at freeway speeds when suddenly the cars propulsion power failed and I went from 75mph to 45mph with no warning and no way to accelerate. Happened multiple times even after pulling over and turning the car on and off. I was told by the dealership that was a gas engine","quote_2_odi":"11620665","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal, but the vehicle failed to exceed 30 MPH. The contact stated that the message \"Propulsion Power Reduced\" was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact had","quote_3_odi":"11617000","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway there was sudden power loss with a message on the display stating \"propulsion reduced\" and had to pull over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2017-shift-to-park-message","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle not powering off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11649108","quote_1_text":"When moving the shifter to the \"P\" position after parking, the car will refuse to turn off with the message on the dash: \"Action Needed: Shift to Park\". Shifter is in Park position but car will not recognize this and does not turn off. The issue can sometimes be resolved by","quote_2_odi":"11668159","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon arriving to his destination and moving the shift lever into park(P), the warning message \" Shift to Park\" was displayed, preventing the vehicle from turning off. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle returned to normal functionality,","quote_3_odi":"11661334","quote_3_text":"Shifter malfunctions when shifted to PARK. Car does not recognize shifted to PARK and error message appears on dash. States, SHIFT TO PARK. Will not fully shut off vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-becm-propulsion-loss","label":"BECM failure and loss of propulsion power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752752","quote_1_text":"The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM) failed. Before repair, the check-engine light appeared intermittently, the vehicle sometimes had difficulty starting, and the indicated electric range could suddenly drop from about 30 miles to zero despite a charged high-voltage battery","quote_2_odi":"11678250","quote_2_text":"our 2018 Chevy Volt experienced a critical BECM (Battery Energy Control Module) failure while being driven by our [XXX] daughter. The failure caused the vehicle to enter limp mode, resulting in a severe loss of power and the inability to shift…","quote_3_odi":"11557951","quote_3_text":"my 2018 Chevrolet Volt lost propulsion power while I was camping in the Lassen National Forest near Susanville, CA. I was leaving my campsite when I was on the way to Bend, OR when the car lost power and went into limp mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-egr-valve-failure","label":"EGR valve failure causing loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693733","quote_1_text":"The EGR valve clogged, causing a a servo to blow the F3 fuse, disabling the engine while driving. This occured suddenly while driving on a busy road with no shoulders. I managed to coast into a parking lot not too far away but I had no charge left in my battery","quote_2_odi":"11608992","quote_2_text":"The Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) value has failed after only 20,000 miles of engine usage in my hybrid car. This is a highly-common part that fails and when it fails it shuts the engine down while driving; which leaves the driver stranded","quote_3_odi":"11601525","quote_3_text":"Failed EGR Valve. While I was driving, I got a \"Propulsion Power Reduced\" message and \"Engine Unavailable.\" My car slowly began losing power, leaving me with about 30 seconds to safely pull over. I had it towed to the dealer and they diagnosed a faulty EGR valve","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-evap-pipe-recall-repair","label":"EVAP emissions pipe recall repair failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687927","quote_1_text":"In 2020, GM issued a recall (#N192273600) for emissions pipes on the Chevy Volt that could be compromised by rubbing against the A/C hose connector. I took my vehicle to my local dealership (Chesrown Chevrolet) to have this issue remedied, that same year","quote_2_odi":"11642577","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the EVAP pipe was rubbing against the air conditioning hose connector","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-front-brake-caliper-sticking","label":"Front brake caliper sticking and ABS sensor failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666898","quote_1_text":"Front brake calipers are sticking on, causing the brake pad to engage the rotor causing excessive heat. Risk of fire when parked in garage. I have had the calipers taken apart and cleaned and greased and still have the issue","quote_2_odi":"11573583","quote_2_text":"abs system failure due to defect The cause of the condition may be a fracturing of the front half shaft anti-click washer (1) and possible collateral damage to the ABS wheel speed sensor (WSS). this defective $5 part causes thousands of dollars of repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-shift-to-park-failure","label":"Shift-to-Park gear selector failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11445556","quote_1_text":"When attempting to turn the vehicle off after parking, the driver's console displayed the message \"Action required: Shift to Parlk\". The shifter was already firmly in the \"Park\" position. Moving the shifter back to \"D\" and then back to \"P\" did not resolve the issue","quote_2_odi":"11425546","quote_2_text":"When shutting down the Chevy Bolt EV, the car is shifted into park, and with foot on the brake, the power button is pushed to shut down the power...but wit some regularity the car won't shut down and gives a \"Shift To Park\" message, even though it is in park","quote_3_odi":"11331801","quote_3_text":"\"SHIFT TO PARK\" DISPLAYS ON THE SCREEN EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS ALREADY IN PARK. ELECTRIC MOTOR WILL NOT SHUT OFF. AND NOW THE SHIFTER DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. WHEN PUT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE THERE IS NO POWER TO THE WHEELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2018-visibility-defects","label":"Windshield fogging and interior glare visibility defects","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":220,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614544","quote_1_text":"while driving my vehicle when the outside temperature is 50 degrees Fahrenheit or below I turn my defrost on and for 30 plus seconds my front window completely fogs up and I am unable to see out of my front window and have zero visibility which caused me to crash","quote_2_odi":"11527276","quote_2_text":"There is a lot of interior chrome, something I have complained to GMC about before. Today it caused me to be temporarily blinded by the reflection of the sun at multiple angles preventing me from seeing other vehicles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2019-battery-module-fault","label":"High-voltage battery module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11655912","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the battery high-voltage disconnect relay","quote_2_odi":"11487388","quote_2_text":"Car just stops when the battery control module stops working. Potential to leave us stranded in traffic. Confirmed as a defective part by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2019-brake-power-loss","label":"Loss of brake power while stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11468198","quote_1_text":"I was in stop and go traffic; when the car in front of me stopped suddenly, I tried to brake. I was far enough back that I should have been able to stop in plenty of time. My brake pedal froze and would not depress (brake pump failure). There were no warning light prior","quote_2_odi":"11464877","quote_2_text":"Was approaching an intersection with a stoplight that was red. Another car stopped at light. Applied brakes, but car slowed down only slightly, no matter how hard the brake pedal was applied. It was like braking on black ice, even though the cars wheels were still going around","quote_3_odi":"11309907","quote_3_text":"LEASING 2019 CHEVY VOLT FROM DGDG CHEVY: END OF SEPTEMBER -- MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE (BRAKES): END OF SEPTEMBER 2019, THE VEHICLE HAD LIMITED BRAKE POWER (CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON AND TRACTION CONTROL DISABLED)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2019-propulsion-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11595761","quote_1_text":"Two incidents related to the powertrain. 1) In December, 2023, the EV battery was drained and the car would not start based on the gas motor. The dealer fixed it in our recollection","quote_2_odi":"11592645","quote_2_text":"Mileage: 38523 Engine Not Available Service Soon Propulsion Power Is Reduced Fuel Range Low: 3/4 Tank full of gas [XXX] - I was driving Northbound on [XXX] South of Castlewood in Northern California","quote_3_odi":"11558106","quote_3_text":"Vehicle lost propulsion and all power mid turn at approximately 45mph. Powe steering and assisted brakes were gone. Conditions were rainy, resulting in single car crash. Car did not restart. No codes present. Occurred again after repairs at 70mph on highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chevrolet","make_slug":"chevrolet","model":"Volt","model_slug":"volt","cluster_id":"volt-2019-shift-to-park-error","label":"Shift-to-park error preventing vehicle shutdown","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11680128","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chevrolet Volt. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted to park(P), the message to “Shift to Park” remained displayed. The contact was unable to turn off the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11544689","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has developed an intermittent issue when placed in park. Displays a message \"Attention Needed: Shift to Park\" accompanied by audio alerts inside and outside of the vehicle. This is obviously unsafe as the vehicle cannot be parked and turned off reliably","quote_3_odi":"11477609","quote_3_text":"Intermittently, the car would not turn off, starting in about July, 2022. After shifting the car into park and pressing the On/Off switch, the car displayed a message like \"Action required. Shift to park\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chevrolet/volt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chevrolet"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11176336","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN DRIVING THE CAR AT SPEEDS OF BETWEEN 15MPL TO 70MPH ON COUNTRY ROADS, HIGHWAYS AND FREEWAYS WHEN THE ENGINE SIMPLY SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING. THIS HAS HAPPENED 14 TIMES DURING THE LAST EIGHT MONTHS BETWEEN MAY 23, 2018, AND JANUARY 10, 2019","quote_2_odi":"10895918","quote_2_text":"DRIVING 60MPH ON THE INTERSTATE. SLOWED TO 45-50MPH FOR TRAFFIC CONGESTION. TRIED TO ACCELERATE AGAIN BUT GAS PEDAL DIDN'T RESPOND. DIDN'T REALIZE ENGINE HAD STALLED. DRIFTED OVER TO SLOW LANE TO TRY TO STOP. POWER STEERING AND BRAKES WENT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11296638","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION AS 3 TIMES IT HAS STALLED AT 50 +MPH AND THIS HAS OCCURRED ON THE HIGHWAY. ANOTHER STALL OCCURRED ON A CURVY STATE ROAD ON A BEND WITH NO SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-heater-core-no-heat","label":"Heater core failure causing no heat or defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11376119","quote_1_text":"HEATER CORE PLUGS FROM THE DEXCOOL BRAKING DOWN, THEN FINALLY STARTS TO LEAK CAUSING LACK OF HEAT, EVENTUALLY FOGGING THE WINDOWS SO YOU CAN'T SEE CAUSING MULTIPLE SAFETY HAZARDS","quote_2_odi":"11046900","quote_2_text":"HEAT ON PASSENGER SIDE GOES OUT DUE TO MANUFACTURER COOLANT. CAUSES THE WINDSHIELD NOT TO DEFROST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IN COLD MONTHS WHICH MAKES VISIBILITY DURING DRIVING IMPOSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10940076","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A CHRYSLER 200 2011 WITH 67,000 MILES. THIS WINTER THE PASSENGER SIDE HEAT NO LONGER WORKS AT ALL, LEAVING ME WITHOUT DEFROST AS WELL. THIS ISSUE IS THE SAME WHETHER IN IDLE OR DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-rear-sway-under-load","label":"Rear-end sway under passenger or cargo load","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11163405","quote_1_text":"THE CAR ACCELERATES AND IF I HIT A BUMP OR ANYTHING IN THE ROAD MY CAR WILL START TO SWAY BACK AND FORTH AND HAS ACTUALLY SPUN ME AROUND IN A 360 MOTION ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION. SOMETIMES YOU DONT EVEN HAVE TO GO OVER A BUMP OR ANYTHING IT JUST SHAKES AND SWAYS","quote_2_odi":"11063537","quote_2_text":"WHEN THERE IS OVER 50 LBS IN THE BACK SEAT OR TRUNK ON WET OR SNOWY ROADS, THE REAR END OF THE CAR WILL SWAY BACK AND FORTH CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. YOU WILL ALSO SEE UNEVEN WEAR ON THE TIRES WITH EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE INNER MOST SIDE OF THE TREAD","quote_3_odi":"10714238","quote_3_text":"I JUST BOUGHT A USED 2011 CHRYSLER 200 AND WITHIN A WEEKS TIME NOTICED THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS ALL OVER THE ROAD EVERY TIME I HIT A BUMP. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF ITS A SMALL OR LARGE BUMP EITHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-steering-clunk-noise","label":"Steering column clunking noise or hard-to-turn steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10892827","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND VEERING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A KNOCKING SOUND WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO A MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING PIN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10760161","quote_2_text":"AFTER VEHICLE REACHES HIGHWAY SPEEDS FOR 30 OR SO MILES THERE IS A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE IN THE STEERING AREA IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY REPLACED TIE RODS AND DID A ALIGNMENT","quote_3_odi":"10724532","quote_3_text":"MY STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO TURN. IT WAS LIKE DRIVING MANUALLY. I TOOK MY CHRYSLER 200 TO PEP BOYS AND THEY REPLACED THE POWER STEERING PUMP. THE STEERING WAS FINE FOR A DAY THEN IT WENT BACK TO BEING HARD TO TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11061584","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11010343","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"10968766","quote_3_text":"S61 RECALL FOR SOME KIND OF SAFETY MODULE FOR MY CAR. CHRYSLER WON'T FIX IT AND IT HAS BEEN WELL OVER 6 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2011-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission hesitation and shudder at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596363","quote_1_text":"While driving at high speeds 60 to 75 miles per hour and going up an upgrade, the transmission starts to buck violently which causes the driver lose concentration and possible control. I have to shift the transmission into manual mode and select a lower gear to gain control","quote_2_odi":"11209396","quote_2_text":"WHEN MY CAR GOES BETWEEN 60 AND 70 MPH THE CAR SHAKES AND THE RPMS JUMP TO ABOUT 4 TO KEEP THE CAR AT THE SPEED I NEED IT ON HIGH WAYS. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR THIS CAR AND YEAR","quote_3_odi":"11064398","quote_3_text":"THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAS ALWAYS SHIFTED HARD AND NOW THE TRANSMISSION IS HAVING A HARD TIME SHIFTING INTO THE NEXT GEAR, IT REVS UP AND I HAVE TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF OF THE GAS IN ORDER FOR IT TO SHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11734109","quote_1_text":"My husband sat down in the driver seat of my vehicle thatwas parked in our driveway and wasnt even turned on and the head rest deployed and smacked the back of his head","quote_2_odi":"11547519","quote_2_text":"Driver's active headrest deployed while driving. There was no accident or collision of any kind. Just driving and it popped me in the back of the head. It hurt and caused me to swerve, almost caused an accident","quote_3_odi":"11265881","quote_3_text":"THE HEAD REST IS DETACHED FROM THE SEAT AND IS VERY UNSAFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags not deploying in a rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11330166","quote_1_text":"ON JUNE 21ST, 2020 I WAS AT A RED LIGHT WHEN A VAN HIT ME IN THE REAR AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ME AND MY WIFE AND KIDS WERE IN THE CAR AND INJURED. I GOT TAKING TO THE HOSPITAL RIGHT AWAY AND MY REST OF MY FAMILY WENT AFTER I WAS TAKEN IN","quote_2_odi":"11677588","quote_2_text":"The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not deploy. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-engine-overheating-coolant","label":"Engine overheating from coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11546016","quote_1_text":"Engine keeps overheating with no engine codes I have changed the thermostat the thermostat housing the radiator both fans and the water pump and none of this has fixed the problem the coolant doesn’t cycle from the coolant reservoir","quote_2_odi":"11415557","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WON'T STOP OVERHEATING, WE HAVE REPLACED THERMOSTATS AND PUMPS THINKING THERE WAS A LEAK BUT THAT NEVER STOPPED THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11233179","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE RISING. THE CONTACT CONTINUED TO DRIVE AT A LOWER SPEED UNTIL SHE ARRIVED HOME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall with loss of steering and brake assist","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11413701","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. NO WARNING OF IT ABOUT TO HAPPEN JUST DOES. I LOSE STEERING AND BRAKES AND TURNS ON ONLY AFTER TIME GOES BY OR BY REMOVING NEGATIVE TERMINAL FROM BATTERY. IT'S HAPPENED AT 35MPH AND AT 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11331426","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE STEERING BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF RADIATOR FLUID DETECTED IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"11395031","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE STALLED FOR THE FIRST TIME OF OVER 100X ON MAY 19, 2019 JUST AS I WAS ENTERING A HIGHWAY. IT HAS SINCE STALLED DRIVING IN HIGHWAY TRAFFIC FAST AND AT RED LIGHTS. AS A MATTER OF FACT IT JUST HAPPENED AGAIN AS I WRITE THIS COMPLAINT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-heater-core-no-heat","label":"Passenger-side heater core blockage and no defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11310029","quote_1_text":"THE HEATER CORE BECOME CLOGGED PREVENTING AIR FLOW, TO DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR. I EVEN DID THE REGULAR SCHEDULED COOLANT FLUSHES TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING, AND IT STILL HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11174850","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAT AND DEFROSTER STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LANDMARK DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (1900 S NOLAND RD, INDEPENDENCE, MO 64055) FOUR TIMES, AND EACH TIME THE HEATER COOLER WAS REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11269149","quote_3_text":"APPEARS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE IN 2012 WHICH CHRYSLER HAS KNOWN ABOUT. NO HEAT/ DEFROST ON PASSENGER SIDE APPARENTLY CAUSED BY ENGINE BLOCK MANUFACTURING PROCESS FLUIDS MIXING WITH ANTIFREEZE CAUSING A BLOCKAGE IN HEATER CORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2012-tipm-electrical-malfunction","label":"TIPM-related horn, wiper, and light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11679512","quote_1_text":"The problem seems to be with the electrical system the TIPM is malfunctioning. Wipers will stop midstream or run constantly, any time power is engaged in the car the wipers will begin to work","quote_2_odi":"11171143","quote_2_text":"MY HORN STARTED HONKING ON IT OWN. I FIRST NOTICED IT WHEN I WAS OUTSIDE THE CAR AND HAD NOT TOUCHED IT, THE HORN STARTED HONKING. I GOT IN THE CAR AND IT STOPPED. EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR THE HORN HONKS ON ITS OWN, SOMETIMES LONG HONKS OTHER TIMES BRIEF","quote_3_odi":"11340889","quote_3_text":"THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND THE HEAD AND BACK LIGHTS WILL FLICKER ON AND OFF. THE CAR HAS SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVIING IN TRAFFIC. SOMETIMES IT DOESNT START AT ALL , I HAVE TO BAQNG THE DOOR AND THEN THE LOGHTAS WILL COME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2013-electrical-tipm-horn-wiper","label":"Electrical system malfunctions in horn, wipers, and TIPM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":627,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11741997","quote_1_text":"The horn will honk sporadically and will not start at times then wipers will malfunction. Had tipm looked at was told it is normal for this to go out, bad design","quote_2_odi":"11267098","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD WASHER PUMP HAS NO POWER AT PUMP. TRANSMISSION SHIFTS IRRADICALLY ON ROADS. INTERIOR LIGHTS NO POWER. HAVE BEEN TOLD BE AUTO COMPUTER REPAIR SERVICE THAT TIPM IS GOING OUT","quote_3_odi":"11244165","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 200. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED TO OPERATE, AS NEEDED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS BEGAN OPERATING ON THEIR OWN, THE POWER DOORS WOULD LOCK AND UNLOCK ON THEIR OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2013-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":627,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11321053","quote_1_text":"MY ENGINE KEEPS STALLING WHEN I DECELERATE OR COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. IT HAS DONE THIS MULTIPLE TIMES IN JUST ONE WEEK AND IT'S VERY DANGEROUS","quote_2_odi":"11417719","quote_2_text":"ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE OCCASIONALLY STALLED AND LOSS MOTIVE POWER WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11266018","quote_3_text":"ON FOUR SEPARATE OCCASIONS MY 2013 CHRYSLER 200 SHUT OFF ON ME WHILE DRIVING. IT APPEARED AS IF THE ENGINE WAS NOT GETTING ANY GAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2013-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":627,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11660810","quote_1_text":"Active Headrest system deployed without collision on the passenger side. Could have impacted passenger and caused serious head injury","quote_2_odi":"11342698","quote_2_text":"THE ACTIVE HEAD REST DEPLOYED. THE CAR WAS PARKED ALMOST A MONTH AGO IN PERFECT CONDITION, I CAME OUT TO START THE CAR AND BEFORE STARTING THE CAR I NOTICED IT WAS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11257743","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SEAT HEADREST DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING ON SMOOTH HIGHWAY SURFACE AT 70MPH MAKING A LARGE NOISE AND HITTING HARD THE BACK OF DRIVER'S HEAD. THERE WERE NO LIGHTS OR INDICATION OF PROBLEMS ON THE DASH BOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2013-heater-core-uneven-heat","label":"Heater core failure causing uneven cabin heat","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":627,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11556591","quote_1_text":"Cold air from Passenger side only, hot air from Driver side this issue started about 1 year ago tried different technicians they all had different opinions, but none had seen this issue before","quote_2_odi":"11271782","quote_2_text":"THE HEATER COIL HAS STOP WORKING ON PASSENGERS SIDE, FROM BUILD UP OF SLUDGE. IT ONLY BLOWS HOT AIR ON DRIVER SIDE, NOT ALL THE TIME. SO I DO NOT HAVE A DEFROST TO KEEP MY WINDOWS CLEAR SO I DO NOT GOOD VISIBILITY","quote_3_odi":"11385504","quote_3_text":"I HAVE 3 CHRYSLER VEHICLES AND EVERY ONE HAS HAD THE HEATER CORE GO BAD! LAST YEAR IT WAS OUR 2013 DODGE AVENGER. NOW IT IS THE 2013 AND 2014 CHRYSLER 200'S WE OWN. THE HEAT STOPPED WORKING IN ALL 3 OF THESE VEHICLES...ALL WITHIN 1 YEAR OF EACHOTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint spontaneously deploys","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11475162","quote_1_text":"Passengers headrest exploded spontaneously. I noticed this morning leaving my house heading to work as I was driving down my street a rattling noise and looked over to see the head rest had ejected!","quote_2_odi":"11355388","quote_2_text":"ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS (AHRS) ON DRIVER'S SEAT DEPLOYED SPONTANEOUSLY. SOME BROKEN PLASTIC PARTS FELL OUT. LUCKILY I WAS NOT IN THE CAR AND NOTICED ONLY WHEN NECK GOT UNCOMFORTABLE WHILE SITTING","quote_3_odi":"11012383","quote_3_text":"I WAS ALONE IN THE CAR, DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, WHEN I HEARD A STARTLING BANG THAT CAME FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. I SAW THAT THE HEADREST ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HAD DEPLOYED WHILE I WAS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in rear-end crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10925095","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE CROSSING FOUR LANES OF TRAFFIC, ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL WITH FORCE","quote_2_odi":"11006561","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN, THE SPEED WAS UNKNOWN BECAUSE THE SPEEDOMETER FAILED. THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE THAT HAD STALLED AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE","quote_3_odi":"10748675","quote_3_text":"WHEN WE WERE INVOLVED IN THE ACCIDENT, WE WERE GOING INTERSTATE SPEED IN NEBRASKA AT 80 MPH, WE HIT A LARGE ROAD SIGN THAT TOTALED OUR VEHICLE. OUR AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND I HAVE PHOTOS AND VIDEOS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight and tail light illumination failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156878","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO FULLY ILLUMINATE THE ROADWAY AND HER VISION WAS LIMITED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CENTRAL MAIN MOTORS (420 KENNEDY MEMORIAL DR, WATERVILLE, ME 04901, 207-872-9211) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT THE","quote_2_odi":"11282666","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A FEATURE, WHICH ALERTED HER THAT THE BLINKER BULB WAS OUT. THE CONTACT ALSO DISCOVERED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. THE BULBS WERE REPLACED THREE TIMES, BUT THE FAILURES","quote_3_odi":"10935624","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2014 CHRYSLER 200 CONVERTIBLE IN LATE AUGUST THIS YEAR, THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM IN LOW BEAM THAT THE VEHICLE IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. THIS VEHICLE IS STILL UNDER FACTORY WARRANTY WITH ONLY 24K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-passenger-defrost-failure","label":"Passenger-side heat and defrost inoperative","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11058475","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS IN THE WINTER MONTHS, THE PASSENGER SIDE DEFROSTER BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11130948","quote_2_text":"HEAT STOPPED WORKING WHICH CAUSES ME TO HAVE NO DEFROST THIS LEADS TO VISIBILITY ISSUES HAVE SEEN MANY ONLINE COMPLAINTS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11289494","quote_3_text":"NO HEAT ON PASSENGER SIDE. IT WILL NOT DEFROST MY WINDOW ON THAT SIDE AND VERY UNSAFE IN THESE COLD MICHIGAN WINTERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-stall-loss-of-steering-brakes","label":"Engine shutdown while driving, loss of steering and brakes","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11647475","quote_1_text":"the automobile will shut down when driving uncommanded, when it does this you lose power steering and braking and sometimes locks the steering wheel. the horn sounds uncommanded randomly. the windshield wipers will intermittently not work","quote_2_odi":"11349090","quote_2_text":"WHILE I AM DRIVING MY CAR, MY CAR WILL JUST SHUT OFF. I CAN BE ON THE HIGHWAY DOING 75 AND MY CAR WILL JUST DEAD STOP. I LOSE POWER IN MY STEERING WHEEL, MY BRAKES STOP WORKING. YOU CAN'T EVEN PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"10607935","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE: 2014 CHRYSLER 200. SCENE: HUNTINGTON AVE. BOSTON, MA, IN SLOW MID-DAY TRAFFIC (12:30 PM). THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. STEERING AND BRAKES BECAME INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2014-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Occupant restraint recall repair delayed for lack of parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10920449","quote_1_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED BY MAIL THAT THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER WAS CAUSING A LOSS OF AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CAPABILITY DURING A CRASH. I CALLED CHRYSLER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE PARTS WOULD NOT BE AVAILABLE TO FIX MY VEHICLE FOR 2-5 MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11091729","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_3_odi":"10933845","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 CHRYSLER 200 IS SUBJECT TO THE S61 RECALL BECAUSE THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT MAY NOT DEPLOY OR OPERATE PROPERLY IN AN ACCIDENT. FCA SAYS IT HAS NO FIX FOR THE ISSUE, BUT IS COMFORTABLE WITH PLACING MY YOUNG DAUGHTER'S LIFE AT RISK EVERY TIME SHE DRIVES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11521059","quote_1_text":"Ever since I first got the car, the moment I drove off the lot, the air bag system message popped up. I would take it back to the dealer, they would wiggle a few things around, I'd get it back, and the safety bag light STILL came on","quote_2_odi":"11560048","quote_2_text":"Airbag light keeps appearing and the airbag is slowing coming out from under dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11574567","quote_3_text":"My husband and I were going to the store. We got into the car started the car, than were hear a loud pop, like a soda can exploding, than every airbag deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-electrical-dash-battery","label":"Electrical faults causing dash warnings and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11683128","quote_1_text":"Safety Recall P43/NHTSA 14V-480 involves the 2015 Chrysler 200 with Driver One-Touch Power Windows built. Driver windows panel does not operate correctly and driver and passenger windows are inoperative due drivers front door wiring harness. The odometer also flashes while…","quote_2_odi":"11671488","quote_2_text":"The electrical system has been having issues since I bought the car in 2015. The dash display behind the steering wheel flashes, the radio system restarts itself multiple times throughout a 15-minute trip between stops","quote_3_odi":"11686084","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the A/C failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the A/C failed, the temperature gauge on the vehicle was elevated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11466028","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH and coming to a complete stop, the vehicle started stalling. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pressed the START button and was able to continue to drive","quote_2_odi":"11440453","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH and attempting to stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was restarted after several attempts. The failure recurred multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11490302","quote_3_text":"The contact's friend owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and when coming to a stop at a stop signal, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-engine-warming-start-msg","label":"Delayed start with \"Engine Warming\" dash message","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11529004","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the message stating that the “Engine Warming - Wait to Start\" was displayed and the vehicle failed to shift out of gear","quote_2_odi":"11501440","quote_2_text":"The car gives an error message of \"engine warming wait to start\" It will not crank. I've spent money for a new battery and a starter and it wasn't the fix","quote_3_odi":"11437672","quote_3_text":"Car says “engine warming, please wait to start” then it take at least 5 mins to actually start the car. My cars also been overheating since my software update for my recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-oil-consumption-leak","label":"Excessive oil consumption and oil cooler housing leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11501371","quote_1_text":"The seals on the bottom of the oil filter adapter housing failed, causing oil and coolant to leak out of the engine. The safety of myself and others is put at risk because if enough oil or coolant leaks out, engine overheating or failure will occur, possibly while the vehicle is…","quote_2_odi":"11591027","quote_2_text":"Vehicle check engine light is constantly providing code P1065 and P1061. Have taken to the repair shop and the issue is low oil. Have to add oil between oil changes because the vehicle is consuming a lot of oil","quote_3_odi":"11640915","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil cooler housing had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was then taken to Midas, where the oil cooler housing was replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11442550","quote_1_text":"Intermittent power steering failure. I replaced the battery, I replace the rack and pinion and it’s still doing the same thing. $2300 down the drain. You can be driving and loose the ability to steer the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11509604","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact felt an abnormal vibration in the steering wheel. The steering wheel became very firm while turning to the left or the right","quote_3_odi":"11460492","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator with the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2015-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1983,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11726436","quote_1_text":"The contact's son owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that while his son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted to neutral (N). The message \"Please Place Vehicle in Gear\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11709227","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated that after the vehicle was started and shifted to park(P), the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N), and the air bag warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11557525","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 200. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle was shifted into drive(D); however, the gear shifter independently shifted back to neutral(N) and remained stuck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Service airbag light from passenger seat harness","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":342,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11207810","quote_1_text":"POOR CONNECTION AT HARNESS UNDER PASSENGER SEAT, SERVICE AIR BAG SYSTEM WARNING COMES ON AND TO FIX ISSUE I MUST DISCONNECT THE AIRBAG WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE PASSENGER SEAT, ADD SOME DIELECTRIC GREASE AND RECONNECT. THIS MUST BE DONE EVERY 3 MONTHS.","quote_2_odi":"11684388","quote_2_text":"My air bag light has been flickering on and off for quite some time now. I’ve taken it to a professional mechanic as well as Gerber and they have both fixed the issue by unplugging and replugging the harness underneath the passenger seat. I was told this issue with this type of…","quote_3_odi":"11665035","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has 46,000 miles on odometer. A year ago the \"Service Airbag System\" light would intermittently illuminate. It is now staying lit all the time. I was speaking with an acquaintance as they had the same vehicle. Theirs caught on fire under the seat in the electrical…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Oil consumption without low-oil warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":342,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11404834","quote_1_text":"CONTINUOUSLY BURNS OIL. HAS NO ALERT FOR WHEN OIL IS LOW. ENGINE SHUTS OFF ON HARD TURN WHEN OIL LOW.","quote_2_odi":"11421592","quote_2_text":"My car is using an excessive amount of oil. I did an oil change on April 4th and by May 4th my car was telling me I need an oil change. I had not even driven it the recommended 3,000 miles before doing an oil change. I added the 1 1/2 quarts of oil that my car showed was low…","quote_3_odi":"11353393","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT THE CAR USED IN MARCH OF 2019. IT IS NOW SPETEMBER AND I HAVE HAD TO CHANGE THE OIL 5 TIMES JUST TO KEEP THE CAR RUNNING. IT GIVES NO INDICATION OF LOW OIL. IF I WASN'T CHECKING THE FLUID LEVELS I MOST CERTAINLY WOULD NOT HAVE FIGURED THIS OUT.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2016-oil-coolant-intermix","label":"Oil and coolant intermix with white smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":342,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11707530","quote_1_text":"During acceleration, thick white smoke began to come out tail pipe. Car instantly turns off in the middle of the street in rush hour traffic while I had my 4 year old daughter in the car. Police threatened to impound car if not moved immediately. Had to pay a hefty tow fee…","quote_2_odi":"11558099","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN SMELLING OIL AN ANTIFREEZE INSIDE MY CAR FOR ABOUT 1 YEAR. I AM NOT SURE IF THE OIL WILL START A FIRE, OR IF THE SMELL COULD HARM ME. I GOOGLED THE ISSUE AND FOUND THAT THERE SEEMS TO MBE A PROBLEM WITH THE OIL FILLER, COOLER UNIT. I WAS ABLE TO SHINE A FLASHLIGHT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2016-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine shutoff and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":342,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11298916","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE CONTINOUSLY STALLS \"SHUTS OFF\" WHILE DRIVING THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES, I'VE HAD MY VEHICLE TOWED TO THE CAR DEALERSHIP AND THEN THE CAR STARTS UP AGAIN AND THE MECHANIC STATES THEY CAN'T DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE UNLESS IT HAPPENS AT THE SHOP... THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS…","quote_2_odi":"11291910","quote_2_text":"WHEN DECELERATING AT EITHER A RED LIGHT OR TO TURN, CAR WILL COMPLETELY SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNINGS OR CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS. THIS STARTED ALMOST A MONTH AGO. THEN TODAY EVERYTHING LOCKED UP. ALL ELECTRICAL LIGHTS CAME ON ALONG WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. THERE WAS NO POWER WHEN…","quote_3_odi":"11707905","quote_3_text":"While driving, my 2016 Chrysler 200 (3.6L V6) experienced a sudden and complete electrical failure. All systems shut down simultaneously, including the dashboard, engine, power steering assist, and electrical accessories. The vehicle coasted to a stop and would not restart—no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2016-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Hard shifting and gear-change jerk","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":342,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11252644","quote_1_text":"2016 CHRYSLER 200 S WITH 94,000 MILES SHIFTS HARD BETWEEN GEARS, OFTEN FEELING/SOUNDING LIKE IT IS SLAMMING INTO GEAR. IT SURGES WHEN STOPPED AT LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS AND BUCKS AND JERKS DURING RAPID ACCELERATION.","quote_2_odi":"11240750","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WILL CHANGE GEAR UNEXPECTEDLY. CAUSE MY CAR TO JERK SHAKE AND UNUSUAL LONG DELAY TO ACCELERATE AT TIMES EVEN REV HIGH WHILE PROLONGED DELAY BEFORE ACCELERATING. THIS HAS CAUSED MULTIPLE SITUATIONS THAT MADE THE SAFETY OF DRIVING THIS VEHICLE UNPREDICTABLE AND A…","quote_3_odi":"11206583","quote_3_text":"MY CHRYSLER 200 STARTED SHIFTING REALLY HARD AND AS YOU'RE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD YOU CAN FEEL IT JERKING. I CALLED THE CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP THAT IS LOCAL TO ME TOOK IT IN THEY ONLY DROVE AT 3 MILES AND DECIDED THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT EXCEPT FOR A SOFTWARE UPDATE. I PAID…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and wiring harness fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11670421","quote_1_text":"Airbag light flashing, won’t go off! Lights under dash started blinking n radio only works on steering wheel sometimes, light blinks saying light bulb out but isn’t","quote_2_odi":"11519176","quote_2_text":"Airbag warning light came on intermittently at first the remained on. Vehicle was taken to the dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Dealer stated passenger seat airbag wiring harness was defective and replaced at a cost of $1179.29. 1/18/23 Airbag warning light steadily on. Dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11433911","quote_3_text":"Airbag Warning Light came on intermittently at first and then remainder on. Vehicle taken to dealer to be checked on 9/2/21. Service department on 9/3/21 stated passenger seat wiring harness for airbags was defective and required replacement, Chrysler part #68395045-AA. They…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-electrical-fob-fault","label":"Intermittent electrical system and key fob faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11366330","quote_1_text":"WHEN I GO TO START THE CAR WITH EITHER FOB I SOMETIMES GET A MESSAGE \"CAN NOT IDENTIFY FOB. WHAT HAPPENS IF I'M GOING DOWN THE ROAD AT 70MPH AND IT CUTS OFF BECAUSE IT CAN'T IDENTIFY FOB. THIS CAR IS 41 MONTHS OLD AND HAS APPROX. 33,000 MILES. SO FAR THE CAR WAS STILL WHEN THE…","quote_2_odi":"11352806","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CASS BURCH CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM VALDOSTA (4164 N VALDOSTA RD, VALDOSTA, GA 31602) HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11562947","quote_1_text":"Engine stalls while driving and displays message that I need to shift to park to restart. This has happened several times. I have not taken it to a mechanic yet but stopped driving it because it is unsafe. * This problem is mentioned here several times.","quote_2_odi":"11384922","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING TOWARDS AN INTERSECTION TO MERGE RIGHT ONTO THE MAIN HIGHWAY WHEN I WAS IN MOTION STILL MY CAR SHUT OFF AND SAID 'SHIFT TO P' WHEN I DID SO IT WOULDN'T RESTART. THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND I COULDN'T MOVE. IT DID NOT GIVE ME ANY WARNING OR SIGN IT WAS GOING TO DO…","quote_3_odi":"11299137","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLS WITHOUT NOTICE ANY TIME. HAS TROUBLE STARTING BACK ONCE IT HAS STALLED. TRANSMISSIONS JUMPS/SHIFTS HARD DAILY (ONCE OR TWICE DAILY)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-parking-brake-engagement","label":"Unintended parking brake engagement and warning lights","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11092819","quote_1_text":"PARKED VEHICLE. WHILE VEHICLE ENGINE STILL RUNNING AND PLACED IN PARK, I REMOVED MY DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT. WITHIN 10 SECONDS OF DOING SO, THE PANEL FLASHED THAT THE AWD WAS DISABLED, THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE WARNING INDICATOR STATED TO \"HAVE PARKING BRAKE…","quote_2_odi":"11287164","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE SERVICE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THE EMERGENCY BRAKES UNINTENTIONALLY ENGAGED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE…","quote_3_odi":"11447709","quote_3_text":"I have been having trouble with my car for a while where it, most of the time, won’t start on the first try. I’ve been to my dealership multiple times and it just seems as if my car is declining after each session. I can’t even remote start my vehicle anymore. There will be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-transmission-shifting","label":"Harsh and delayed transmission shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11206040","quote_1_text":"A MULTITUDE OF DIFFERENT ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION; TRANSMISSION WILL EXPERIENCE DELAYED SHIFTS (OR DELAYS WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, DRIVE OR ANY OTHER GEAR THEN VEHICLE WILL CLUNK INTO GEAR), HARSH SHIFTING, RANDOM DOWN SHIFTING WHILE DRIVING AND SLAMMING INTO GEAR…","quote_2_odi":"11154319","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR SOMETIMES JERKS ALSO HAS A SLOW PULL OFF.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11279193","quote_1_text":"PULLING DOWN MY DRIVE WAY MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT ME TRYING. I HIT THE BRAKE AND E BRAKE. IT DID NOT STOP US. IN RESULT OF THE ACCELERATION MY HOUSE STOPPED US.","quote_2_odi":"11072862","quote_2_text":"CAR ACCELERATED TO 50 MPH IN A PARKING LOT, WAS ABLE TO VEER OUT OF PARKING LOT INTO MAIN ROAD. UNABLE TO STOP USING BRAKES. EVENTUALLY HIT A MEDIAN AND THE ACCELERATING STOPPED. UPON HAVING VEHICLE TOWED TO DEALERSHIP, THEY COULDN'T FIND ANY CODES OR ISSUES.","quote_3_odi":"11162331","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED THERE WERE RECALLS FOR THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS AND I HAVE SEEN ALL OF THESE HAPPEN TO MY VEHICLE BUT THEY HAVEN'T BEEN FIXED. CRUISE CONTROL WONT COME OFF UNLESS YOU HIT THE BRAKES 5 OR 6 TIMES AND RANDOMLY SPEEDS UP WITHOUT SHIFTING. WHEN THIS STARTED HAPPENING MY GAS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"200","model_slug":"200","cluster_id":"chrysler-200-2017-windshield-defrost","label":"Windshield fogging and defroster failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11122064","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE WITH THE AIR CONDITIONING IN THE ON POSITION, CONDENSATION DEVELOPED ON THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE FAILURE CREATED A VISIBILITY HAZARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (LEITH CHRYSLER JEEP, 5500…","quote_2_odi":"11121090","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEFROSTER FAILED TO COMPLETELY DEFROST THE FRONT WINDSHIELD AND FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LEITH CHRYSLER JEEP (5500 CAPITAL BLVD, RALEIGH, NC 27616, (919) 872-5500) WHERE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair unavailable or incomplete","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11670803","quote_1_text":"The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) and 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11493718","quote_2_text":"On 11/15/2022, the consumer had a scheduled service appointment at Hendrick Chrysler motor vehicle dealership located at 1628 Montgomery Hwy, Hoover, Alabama, regarding stop drive recall ZD1, S43, and R25","quote_3_odi":"11488850","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11417822","quote_1_text":"The contact was driving at 60 mph was coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11234775","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE DRIVER NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11111546","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND SMOKING A CIGAR, THE CONTACT PERCEIVED AN ODOR OF BURNING PLASTIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-engine-failure-overheat","label":"Engine failure from overheating or internal component wear","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11595681","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power","quote_2_odi":"11439112","quote_2_text":"Just turned 200k miles well maintained car. #7 lifter stuck with a bang","quote_3_odi":"11080428","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, ALL OF A SUDDEN OUT OF NOWHERE, I NOTICED THAT MY COOLANT INDICATOR LEVER HAD NOT MOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-fuel-leak-cabin-odor","label":"Fuel leak and odor near rear seat fuel pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11634454","quote_1_text":"gasket around fuel pump failed allowing gas to pool on top of fuel tank under the back seat on passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11515706","quote_2_text":"Fuel leaking through gas gasket under rear passenger seat near electrical components","quote_3_odi":"11153564","quote_3_text":"THE SMELL OF GAS FUMES INSIDE THE CAR! IT WAS BOTHERING MY THROAT WITH THE A/C ON!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-fuel-tank-stall-refueling","label":"Engine stall after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11453323","quote_1_text":"When filling the gas tank to completely full, the engine will die without any warning","quote_2_odi":"11330357","quote_2_text":"WHEN I FUEL MY CAR TO FULL I START TO DRIVE AND IT STALLS AND WILL NOT RESTART","quote_3_odi":"11268792","quote_3_text":"MY CAR SHUTS OFF EVERY TIME I FILL MY GAS TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-shifter-stuck-in-park","label":"Transmission shifter stuck in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11485671","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the transmission shifter seized in park(P) and failed to shift to drive(D) or reverse(R)","quote_2_odi":"11484646","quote_2_text":"Gear shift gets stuck in park. Cannot shift from park to reverse","quote_3_odi":"11221016","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER INTERLOCK RETURN SPRING HOOK ON ABOUT 28,800 OF THE ABOVE VEHICLE BROKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2006,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2006-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1750,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11579151","quote_1_text":"While driving at speed limit car dash lights all light up and car stops running","quote_2_odi":"11557094","quote_2_text":"When car is cranked and put in gear or stop car will go dead","quote_3_odi":"11492107","quote_3_text":"The car is prone to intermittent stalling, in which the engine cuts out without warning or signs of stumbling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-airbags-failed-to-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10384495","quote_1_text":"SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY . THE CAR WAS T-BONED ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND CAVED IN BOTH DRIVER SIDE DOORS. TWO INJURIES ; DRIVE NECK AND BACK; FRONT PASSENGER HAD NECK AND BACK INJURIES. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10663422","quote_2_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2014, I WAS INVOLVED IN A MVA. A LADY FAILED TO YIELD AT THE STOP SIGN AND I T-BONED HER AS I PROCEEDING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION. THE IMPACT TOTAL MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY BUT NONE OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO SERIOUS INJURIES FROM THE ACCIDENT BUT THIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-door-handle-breaks","label":"Door handle breaks or detaches","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10732456","quote_1_text":"DOOR HANDLE BROKE WHEN TRYING TO OPEN DOOR, DRIVER SIDE BACK DOOR","quote_2_odi":"10924354","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DRIVER DOOR, THE HANDLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 71,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-engine-failure-oil-consumption-timing-chain","label":"Engine failure from oil consumption and timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10924606","quote_1_text":"I OWN CHRYSLER 300 2010 KEEP IT WELL MAINTAINED. PAST FEW WEEKS IT HAS BEEN RUNNING POORLY HESITANT TO START. THOUGH IT MAY NEED NEW BATTERY. 61000 MILES. FRI 11/4/2016 DRIVING ON INTERSTATE I-93 ENGINE SEIZED!!!!!! NO WARNING. NO OIL LIGHT. NO ENGINE LIGHTS WENT ON NOTHING. L","quote_2_odi":"10565599","quote_2_text":"ONE MORNING MY HUSBAND WAS ON HIS WAY TO WORK AROUND 6 AM WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING OR INDICATOR. THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER THE MANUFACTURER WARRANTY SO WE HAD THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE WE PURCHASED IT (CARMAX). UPON FURTHER REVIEW WE WERE TOLD THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10785835","quote_1_text":"CAR SHUTS OFF WHILE IN MOTION THIS HAS OCCURRED AT LEAST 6 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10586973","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY AS WELL AS ON CITY STREETS THE CAR IS CUTTING OFF WITHOUT ANY WARNING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-fuel-odor-tank-seal-leak","label":"Fuel odor from fuel tank seal leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10888130","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE SEAL AROUND THE FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10652778","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. IN ANOTHER OCCASION, THE SMELL OF SMOKE AND CRACKING SOUNDS OF FIRE OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK. AS A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10935005","quote_1_text":"NO ONE IS CALLING BACK WITH RECEIVED PARTS FOR RECALLS I HAVE 3","quote_2_odi":"10821839","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: ALTHOUGH I HAVE CONTACTED MY DEALER (CONWAY CHRYSLER) SEVERAL TIMES SINCE I FIRST LEARNED ABOUT THE RECALL LAST SUMMER (07/17/15), THEY HAVE NOT REPLACED THE TAKATA AIR BAG. I ASKED THEM TO DISCONNECT THE AIR BAG. THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT, BECAUSE THAT WOULD MAKE","quote_3_odi":"10910001","quote_3_text":"CHRYSLER RECALL - I RECEIVED NOTICE IN JULY 2016 OF THIS ISSUE BUT WHEN I CHECK ON THE STATUS THE RESPONSE IS \"INCOMPLETE BUT REPAIR PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE.\" WHEN I GOT THIS RESPONSE LAST MONTH, I SENT YOU THIS SAME COMPLAINT AND ASKED WHY CHRYSLER IS ALLOWED TO CONTINUE TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-tipm-win-module-stall-no-start","label":"TIPM/WIN module stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11506171","quote_1_text":"TIPM prevented safe operation of vehicle. Stopped for no reason. Horn blowing repeatedly uncontrollable. Transmission locked","quote_2_odi":"10967164","quote_2_text":"ON OR ABOUT FEBRUARY 10, 2017, I BROUGHT MY CHRYSLER 300C TO ORR CHRYSLER ' DODGE ' JEEP ' RAM LOCATED AT 900 TRUMAN BAKER DRIVE, SEARCY, AR 72143 VIA A TOW TRUCK BECAUSE OF A DEAD BATTERY THAT HAD FAILED DUE TO A FAULTY, DEFECTIVE ALTERNATOR. AFTER MY FATHER SPOKE WITH TOMMY,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2010-unintended-acceleration-throttle","label":"Unintended acceleration or throttle malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11072682","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE SWITCHING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT DROVE INTO A WOODEN POST AND THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A FRACTURED LEFT FOOT AND TOE, AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"10734024","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE THROTTLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, BUT IT ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WHILE IN THE PARK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2011-electrical-power-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power and stalling while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":98,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10884674","quote_1_text":"THE CARS ALTENATOR FAILED CAUSING THE ENGINE TO STALL (SHUT DOWN) WE WERE TRAVELING ON THE BACK SIDE OF A STRIP MALL ON FLORIN ROAD. POPPING THE HOOD REVEALED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE AND A LOT OF IT. WE HAD TO PAY TO GET THE CAR TOWED HOME","quote_2_odi":"10920450","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HWY 29 N (THE FOUR LANE) THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL AND THE BATTERY INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL AND CAR STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND ALL THE ELECTRONICS WERE GONE. I COULD NOT PUT ON MY EMERGENCY BLINKERS OR GET THE CAR IN GEAR TO PUSH","quote_3_odi":"11062000","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2011-fuel-odor-refueling","label":"Fuel odor inside cabin after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10748583","quote_1_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON 2 BLOCKS FROM HOME. PARKED THE CAR. THE NEXT EVENING WE COULD SMELL GAS FROM OUR FRONT PORCH, TEN FEET FROM THE CAR. CURIOUS WE OPENED THE CAR AND THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT WAS PUNGENT FROM THE ODOR OF GAS","quote_2_odi":"10861908","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN SMELLING GAS FOR THE LAST SIX MONTHS.O N 11-21-2015 IT WAS DROPPED OFF AT THE DEALER FOR AN OIL CHANGE.WHEN I PICKED IT UP ALL THE DOORS AND TRUNK WERE OPEN PRESUMABLY TO AIR OUT THE FUMES","quote_3_odi":"11024820","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAD A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL. THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS REGARDING THIS SAME ISSUE ON THE INTERNET. THE OFFENDING PART WAS AUXILIARY FUEL PUMP HAD TO BE REPLACED THAT IS MOUNTED ON THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK UNDERNEATH THE BACK PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2011-takata-airbag-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10927696","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"10915553","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. EXPECTING ME TO DRIVE A VEHICLE WHERE IF I DO HAPPEN TO GET IN A CRASH, WHEN THE AIR BAGS DEPLOY, INSTEAD OF SAVING MY PASSENGERS LIFE AS IT SHOULD, THE AIRBAG CAN DISPERSE METAL FRAGMENTS KILLING PASSENGERS IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11091180","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL- MY CAR HAS BEEN RECALLED APPROXIMATELY 3 TIMES FOR AIR BAG WHILE THERE ARE NO CURRENT RECALLS, MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND IT IS CURRENTLY IN THE SHOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2012-airbag-inflator-recall","label":"Airbag inflator recall parts unavailable or unresolved","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11455254","quote_1_text":"recall notice for passenger air bag was sent three years ago. Vehicle was brought to dealership and held for a week to replace air bag. Vehicle was returned with air bag NOT replaced. I was told to wait for a call when they receive more air bags and they would schedule for","quote_2_odi":"11437508","quote_2_text":"2012 CHRYSLER 300. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE HAD TWO (2) PENDING RECALLS, BUT WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A DEALER TO COMPLETE THE RECALLS","quote_3_odi":"11302717","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT CLAIMED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE HAD THE VEHICLE TAKEN TO (CAPITAL CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF INDIAN TRAIL, 5501 W HWY 74, MONROE, NC 28110, (704) 288-0416, TO HAVE THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2012-alternator-electrical-failure","label":"Alternator failure causing stall or power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11591426","quote_1_text":"I lost all power to my car randomly, i replaced my alternator, battery, and pcm as well as the pigtail harness for my alternator. the car has no power inside at all besides my taillights and brake lights stay on","quote_2_odi":"11480871","quote_2_text":"When driving down the street alternator dies and randomly goes out while driving . Have had this problem multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11488273","quote_3_text":"Car was stalling and had electrical issues. I paid to get it fixed but never knew there was a recall for my vehicles alternator. The vehicle battery dies fairly quickly from time to time still and every know and then I have to call AAA to jump my car and they say my battery is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2012-fuel-tank-vapor-leak","label":"Fuel tank or pump crack with cabin gas odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11487918","quote_1_text":"There is a hairline crack on top of the Fuel Pump Plastic Housing cause leak on top of the housing. Fuel Vapor in AC present as well as inside and outside the car. This could be a potential fire hazard and I have read many forums in which many other owners of the same make and","quote_2_odi":"11419738","quote_2_text":"Gas smell coming from the tank or a fuel pump when gas is full. Hairline crack in fuel pump/tank causing horrible smell inside car cabin and exterior","quote_3_odi":"11141005","quote_3_text":"I PUMPED A TANK OF GAS ABOUT 5 DAYS AGO. I GOT INTO THE CAR IT WAS WAS FILL WITH GAS FUMES. THE SMELL IS STRONG WHILE DRIVING AND SITTING IN PARK. I THOUGHT MAYBE SOME GAS SPILLED WHEN I REMOVED THE PUMP SO I WENT ON HOME BUT FOR THE NEXT FEW DAYS I CONTINUED TO SMELL GAS SO I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or column noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11317102","quote_1_text":"I GOT IN ONE DAY AND MY POWER STEERING WAS GONE AND I HAD TO GO WORK AND ON MY WAY TO WORK IT CAME ON AND BACK OFF MAKING ME LOOSE CONTROL OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11221859","quote_2_text":"WHEN TURNING THERE IS A LOUD SCRUBBING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN","quote_3_odi":"11282811","quote_3_text":"WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL MOTOR IS HEARD SPINNING, SQUEAK/RUBBING NOISE WHEN I TURN LEFT OR RIGHT WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED OR MOVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2012-transmission-shift-stall","label":"Transmission shift hesitation and unexpected stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11062036","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11030840","quote_2_text":"APRIL TRANSMISSION SOFTWARE PATCH WAS INSTALLED BUT THE PROBLEM STILL OCCURS PERIODICALLY. SINCE PATCH WAS INSTALLED TRANSMISSION HAS LOCKED IN PARK TWICE REQUIRING \"EMERGENCY\" RELEASE","quote_3_odi":"11208652","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED, SPUTTERED, THE GEAR SLIPPED OCCASIONALLY, AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light on after Takata recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11265840","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V018000 (AIR BAGS). AFTERWARDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11233944","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V018000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SMART CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (LOCATED AT 3100 AUTO DR, PINE BLUFF, AR 71601, (870) 543-2250) AND WAS SERVICED FOR THE RECALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11141340","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" AIRBAG LIGHT KEEP COMING ON. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2013-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stalling and no-start failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10943891","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BATTERY SAVER MODE SENSOR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT NOTICED AN ABNORMAL ODOR AND SMOKE FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART","quote_2_odi":"10876181","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BATTERY AND ALTERNATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11407339","quote_3_text":"ON APRIL 6TH 2021 THE CAR SUDDENLY WOULDN'T START. CRANKED FOREVER AND WOULD EVENTUALLY START. HAD 0 OIL PRESSURE BUT JUST HAD AN OIL CHANGE A FEW HUNDRED MILES BEFORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and malfunction indicator","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11266853","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE STEERING LOST POWER AND THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11191935","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM ISN'T WORKING ON MY CAR CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE TODAY FOR HELP SHE SAID THERE WAS NOTHING SHE COULD DO BUT IT'S SHOWS A RECALL FOR THISBE ISSUE ON THE WEBSITE","quote_3_odi":"11048205","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2013-unintended-gear-shift","label":"Transmission shifting into park or reverse on its own","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11286394","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE GEAR SHIFTED INTO PARK INDEPENDENTLY AND THE SAFETY TRANSMISSION IN PARK WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHIFTED BACK INTO DRIVE, BUT FAILED TO MOVE","quote_2_odi":"11082053","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND ROLLED BACKWARDS MORE THAN ONCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER (EARNHARDT CHRYSLER JEEP DODGE RAM, 1521 E DRIVERS WAY, GILBERT, AZ 85297, (480) 926-4000) WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY","quote_3_odi":"11229084","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE KEEPS SHIFTING INTO PARK ON IT'S ON WHILE I'M DRIVING AFTER A GEAR RECALL WAS PERFORMED. I WAS ADVISED BY MARTY CANCILA DODGE ST. LOUIS, THAT IT WAS SOMETHING ELSE BUT THEY REPAIRED WHATEVER THEY THOUGHT IT WAS AND IT IT IS STILL DOING IT AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":236,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10730305","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT 10 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS THEN STRUCK ON THE DRIVER SIDE BY A THIRD VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11203143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TWO DEER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11061283","quote_3_text":"MY CAR GOT INTO AN AUTO ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. WE WERE TRAVELING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, WEATHER WAS RAINY, ON NB I 5 JUST PASSING MILE POST 22 IN WOODLAND WASHINGTON STATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2014-dim-headlights","label":"Headlights provide insufficient roadway illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":236,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10787315","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLAMPS, BOTH LOW BEAM AND HIGH BEAM, ARE VERY DIM. THE HIGH BEAMS DON'T ILLUMINATE ANYTHING ON THE SIDES OF THE CAR, JUST SHINE HIGHER AND STRAIGHT AHEAD ( TUNNEL VISION). I HAD THE HIGH BEAMS INSPECTED AT A STATE CERTIFIED GARAGE","quote_2_odi":"10785372","quote_2_text":"AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT GIVE SUFFICIENT LIGHTING WHEN GOING AROUND CORNERS. IT IS DANGEROUS TO MAKE A TURN ONTO A DARK STREET EVEN WITH THE BRIGHT LIGHTS ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2014-shifter-park-rollaway","label":"Electronic shifter fails to hold park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":236,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10863977","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 7, 2016, MY HUSBAND PARKED HIS 2014 CHRYSLER 300 IN A PARKING SPOT IN A PARKING LOT AND EXITED THE VEHICLE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING. I WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WITH OUR 11 YEAR-OLD CHILD BEHIND ME AND 9 YEAR-OLD CHILD SEATED BEHIND THE DRIVER'S SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10968901","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE WITH THE SHIFT LEVER IN PARK, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO A METAL POST. THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR WAS DAMAGED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"10898486","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN PARK, IT BEGAN TO INDEPENDENTLY ROLL AWAY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS DRAGGED SEVERAL FEET AND SUSTAINED BODY INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2014-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":236,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10714632","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"11427912","quote_2_text":"From a red light, I proceeded through intersection once light turned green. My engine stalled & coasted to outside highway lane with no warning lights ot any other sign of a problem. I parked on the shoulder and the car did not re-start","quote_3_odi":"10746868","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START AND TO SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11337309","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE SHE WAS HIT IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE AT HER DOOR, REAR PASSENGER DOOR AND FRONT FENDER WHILE TURNING LEFT AT AN INTERSECTION. IMPACT WAS 35-40 MPH. NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. SHE HIT HER HEAD AND SHOULDER ON WINDOW CAUSING SEVERE PAIN TO HER HEAD,NECK","quote_2_odi":"11051589","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 7 MPH, THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO A DRIVEWAY AND WAS STRUCK IN THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED SOFT TISSUE INJURIES TO NECK, BACK, AND SHOULDERS AS WELL AS WHIPLASH","quote_3_odi":"11530171","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that upon pulling out of the driveway and driving downhill, the engine shut off inadvertently, and the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond, causing the vehicle to crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-dual-zone-climate-control","label":"Dual-zone climate control stuck on one temperature","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10938431","quote_1_text":"IVE OWNED MY 300C FOR LESS THAN A YEAR AND ALL OF THE SUDDDEN MY A/C CONTROL FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE ONLY CAME OUT COLD WHEN I HAD IT ON HIGH BUT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DID COME OUT HOT I DONT KNOW IF THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ANYONE ELSE HAPPENED LAST MONTH AND IT STILL DOESNT WORK","quote_2_odi":"11024213","quote_2_text":"AC ON DRIVERS SIDE ONLY BLOWS COLD AIR. EVEN WHEN SYNC IS TURNED ON, PASSENGER SIDE WILL CHANGE IN TEMPERATURE, BUT DRIVERS SIDE WILL STILL BE COLD","quote_3_odi":"11377343","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS DUEL DRIVER AND PASSENGER CLIMATE CONTROL. DRIVER SIDE WILL NOT SWITCH TO HEAT. I TRIED IT WILL MOVING AND WHILE STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine loses power or stalls while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608844","quote_1_text":"At least 20 times. Driving down the highway doesn't matter if driving straight or cornering. The engine dies. Once I get it stopped. I put it back in park. Restart the engine and it runs. There are no codes, and can't get it to duplicate the problem at the garage. I've searched","quote_2_odi":"11259125","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED AND A WARNING MESSAGE INSTRUCTED THE CONTACT TO PLACE THE VEHICLE IN PARK. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND PLACED THE GEAR IN PARK. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE","quote_3_odi":"11161993","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN, LOST POWER, AND RESTARTED WITHIN A COUPLE OF MINUTES. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RIVERSIDE AUTO SALES OF MARINETTE AND MENOMINEE INC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-front-suspension-failure","label":"Front suspension corrosion, noise, or wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10762731","quote_1_text":"THE ENTIRE FRONT SUSPENSION HAS MAJOR RUSTING AND WAS NOTICED A WEEK AFTER PURCHASE. THE VEHICLE IS BRAND NEW AND AT THE TIME OF NOTICING THE RUST, IT HAD LESS THAN 200 MILES. I DO NOT LEAVE IN AN AREA THAT THE CAR HAS BEEN EXPOSED TO ANY ROAD SALT OR DE-ICING AGENT. THE RUST","quote_2_odi":"10748985","quote_2_text":"MY 2015 CHRYSLER 300S MODEL WITH LESS THEN 300 MILES ON IT HAS SERVER CORROSION DUE TO HEAVY RUSTING ON AND AROUND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER CONTROL ARMS AND BOLTS AND BUSHINGS. I LIVE IN TEXAS AND THE VEHICLE HASNT BEEN EXPOSED TO ANY HARSH CLIMATES WITHIN THE TWO WEEKS OF","quote_3_odi":"11209202","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING THIS VEHICLE AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 15-25 MPH ON BOTH STREETS AND HIGHWAYS THE FRONT SUSPENSION GENERATES A SOUND THAT RELATES TO WORN BUSHINGS OR A 'LOOSE'STRUTS. THE DEALERSHIP HAS WORKED ON THIS ISSUE. THEY ACKNOWLEDGE THERE IS A PROBLEM, BUT HAS NOT RESOLVED SAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-headlight-electrical-failure","label":"Headlight electrical failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11509052","quote_1_text":"Headlight keeps failing. New bulb and worked for a bit then out again. Maybe fuse or wiring issue? Expensive to keep buying bulbs","quote_2_odi":"11480425","quote_2_text":"Lights in dash blink back and forth between bright and dim. When this happens headlights turn off. This happens frequently. Did not realize until recently that headlights were also affected","quote_3_odi":"11140758","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WASN'T WORKING WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING & PARKED. THE NEXT DAY WHEN I TURNED ON MY BRIGHT LIGHTS ALL OF THE LIGHTS FAILED, INCLUDING THE REAR LIGHTS. THIS HAPPENED AFTER DARK WHILE DRIVING SO I'M LUCKY TO HAVE NOT BEEN INVOLVED IN AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-rotary-shifter-failure","label":"Rotary shifter failing to engage or hold gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11206043","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 CHRYSLER 300. AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE TRANSMISSION COULD NOT BE IMMEDIATELY SHIFTED FROM THE PARK POSITION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GANLEY CHRYSLER/DODGE (2115 MENTOR AVE, PAINSVILLE, OH) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ROTARY SHIFTER WAS","quote_2_odi":"10949150","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE PULLED OUT OF THE GARAGE, FORGOT HER GLASSES, PULLED HALFWAY BACK INTO THE GARAGE , PUT THE CAR IN PARK. AS SHE WAS EXITING THE CAR, IT LUNGED FORWARD HITTING OUR GARAGE WALL. WE HAVE THE ROTARY DIAL SHIFTER ON THIS CAR. IT REMINDED ME OF THE ACTOR IN LOS ANGELES WHO GOT","quote_3_odi":"11242710","quote_3_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK WITH GEAR ON D THE CAR SUDDENLY CAME TO AN ABRUPT STOP AND A MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD READ, SHIFT TO P THEN TO DESIRED GEAR. I ATTEMPTED TO REVERSE AND OR PUT THE GEAR IN DRIVE SEVERAL TIMES ONLY TO RECEIVE THE SAME MESSAGE. I TRIED TURNING THE CAR OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2015-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering wheel loss of control or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11685784","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the traction control warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had","quote_2_odi":"11218569","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN GROCERY STORE LOT. I TURNED IT ON. STEERING WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. I TRIED TO BACK OUT OF THE SPACE AND I COULD NOT TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. CAR WAS TOWED TO MY HOME ADDRESS","quote_3_odi":"11292159","quote_3_text":"ON MONDAY MORNING DECEMBER 23RD APPROXIMATELY 4:15 AM. ON A RAINY WEATHER CONDITION, I WAS DRIVING ON THE 91 EASTBOUND FREEWAY GOING ABOUT 60 MPH, I WAS ON THE 3RD MIDDLE LANE, NEAR GREEN RIVER ROAD, ALL OF A SUDDEN MY STEERING WHEEL FELT AS IF IT LOCKED ON ME, MY CAR STARTED TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Airbags not deploying during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11737922","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving on a four-lane roadway, at approximately 45 mph, another driver attempted to make a left turn with an obstructed view, ran a red light and collided with the front driver side area of the contact's…","quote_2_odi":"11163716","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.","quote_3_odi":"11252954","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A FRONT END COLLISION WITH A TREE. EVERYONE KEPT ASKING ME ABOUT AIR BAGS DEPLOYING. THEY DID NOT NONE. I THOUGHT NOTHING MUCH OF IT UNTIL I REALIZED WHY PEOPLE WERE ASKING.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-door-panel-delamination-airbags","label":"Interior door panel warping affecting side airbags","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11554209","quote_1_text":"Door panels are separating from all interior doors. Separating has caused issues with doors locking and airbag deployment. This is an issue the manufacturer has been aware of for years yet still manufactures cars with this issue.","quote_2_odi":"11505537","quote_2_text":"Both front door panels severely warped to the point of Cracking and causing the door locks to bind and to also cause the possibility that side air bags may not deploy as designed or deploy prematurely.","quote_3_odi":"11360302","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR DOORS PANELS DETACHED FROM THE PANELS AT THE WINDOWS. THE CONTACT STATED THE FAILURE WAS CALLED DE-LAMINATING.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-fuel-pump-electrical-leak","label":"Fuel pump electrical connection failure and leak","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11624171","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump lid is electrical connection is cause a malfunction when fuel up and burning a hole in the electrical connection causing fuel to leak out under the back seat this need to be fix before someone is killed do to a fire this is the 2n time being replace and the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11571171","quote_2_text":"Main Fuel Pump and accompanied electrical connect. The fuel pump and electrical wiring harness is available upon request. My safety was at risk due to a faulty electrical connection inside the fuel tank.","quote_3_odi":"11420077","quote_3_text":"Took my car to the dealer to have the fuel pump replaced. Car was repaired and picked up only to have it returned for a fuel leak complaint. Dealership said there was no leak nor evidence of a leak, however, the car is leaking fuel.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing leak from engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11628219","quote_1_text":"The oil filter housing w/sender unit leaks oil under the upper intake plemun. The oil filter Chrysler installed in the vehicle is plastic.","quote_2_odi":"11572049","quote_2_text":"oil filter housing, oil pulled to back of engine creating hole, all oil leaked out.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11595998","quote_1_text":"Have been having power steering problems over the past few years. Started by displaying a shift to park message while driving, my car would then lose power and shut down completely and power steering would lock up.","quote_2_odi":"11491799","quote_2_text":"I was sitting at a stop light waiting to make a left turn when the electrical power steering randomly failed. This issue made it near impossible to turn the car and caused me to almost crash into a light pole when I tried to make the left turn.","quote_3_odi":"11094093","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED, WHICH RESULTED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING AND AIR BAG INDICATORS ILLUMINATED.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-rotary-shifter-rollaway","label":"Rotary gear shifter unintended movement or disengagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"10892492","quote_1_text":"THIS CAR HAS THE ROTARY DIAL FOR TRANSMISSION SELECTION. I PULLED THIS CAR HAS A ROTARY DIAL FOR THE SHIFTER. I PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND EXITED THE CAR TO CLOSE A GATE. AS SOON AS I EXITED THE VEHICLE IT BEGAN TO ROLL BACKWARDS.","quote_2_odi":"11174890","quote_2_text":"THE ROTARY SHIFTER FUNCTIONS IN A MANNER THAT WHEN EXITING THE CAR IT WILL ALLOW YOU TO LEAVE THE VEHICLE WHILE IN GEAR AS WHEN PUSHING THE START BUTTON WILL NOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE UNLESS IT IS IN PARK.","quote_3_odi":"10870230","quote_3_text":"I RENTED A CAR FROM FOX CAR RENTAL AND I WAS RENTING 2016 CHRYSLER 300 MY DREAM CAR HAS I WAS DRIVING TURNED RIGHT ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET THE REAR SHIFT BY IT SELF THE NOB TURNED WHEN I PRESSED ON THE BREAKS I GOT REAL SCARED.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"300-2016-transmission-stall-shift","label":"Transmission stalling or unexpected shift to park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"10954389","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 93 IN BOSTON MA. WHEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE TRANSMISSION WENT FROM DRIVE INTO PARK AND THE CAR CAME TO A SCREECHING STOP. I WAS FORTUNATE THAT THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME WERE ABLE TO STOP IN TIME.","quote_2_odi":"10984199","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEEDS, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS AT THE SAME TIME AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE \"ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL SYSTEM SHOULD BE SERVICED\" WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.","quote_3_odi":"11540823","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power train warning light illuminated. The contact stated that when she arrived at her destination and proceeded to park the vehicle, the gear shifter was inoperable.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11719570","quote_1_text":"airbag deployed during fender bender. had driving leg forward and left leg bent at 90 degree angle. When airbag deployed it hit right leg full force and basically exploded the bones. Almost lost my leg. Permanently disabled","quote_2_odi":"11386411","quote_2_text":"I WAS REAR ENDED REAL HARD MY AIRBAG LIGHTS CAME ON BUT THE AIRBAGS DIDN'T COME OUT WHY IS THAT?","quote_3_odi":"11717470","quote_3_text":"Airbag light on. Dealer says DRIVERS SEATBELT HARNESS OR CLIP ISSUE. HARD TO GET PART. AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY IN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-brake-rotor-warping","label":"Brake rotor warping and pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11383166","quote_1_text":"ROTORS ARE WARPED PER MAINTENANCE CHECK WHICH I BELIEVE IS FROM THE EMERGENCY BREAKING. 43400 MILES FROM LEISURELY DRIVING AND BRAKE PADS ARE STILL GOOD. WHEN I'M DRIVING DOWNHILL AND APPLY BREAKS, CAR STARTS TO VIBRATE. THEN AT TIMES OF HIGH SPEED OF 70-75 THE BLIND SPOT WARNING LIGHT…","quote_2_odi":"11341218","quote_2_text":"MY CAR NEEDS1500 FOR ALL ROTORS AND NEW BRAKES PADS AND LABOR. DONT UNDERSTAND IF WHY MY ROTORS GAVE PUT SO FAST.","quote_3_odi":"11081777","quote_3_text":"BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER IS DEFECTIVE. MASTER CYLINDER LOOSES PRESSURE. WHEN STATIONARY.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-door-panel-delamination","label":"Door panel delamination and warping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11391060","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED ALL FOUR DOOR PANELS WERE DELAMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER SAN DIEGO CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (777 CAMINO DEL RIO S, SAN DIEGO, CA 92108, (619) 224-4151) AND WERE MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE HAD…","quote_2_odi":"11480767","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the door panels were detaching from the door frame. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic informed the contact of previous…","quote_3_odi":"11473995","quote_3_text":"OBSERVED VEHICLE TO HAVE WARPED PANELS ON ALL 4 DOORS. PANELING HAS DELAMINATED ABOVE LOCK PIN AND LOCKING PIN IS OBSTRUCTED CREATING UNLOCK/LOCKING FAILURES. NEW PANELS WERE ORDERED VIA CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP IN SEP/2021. DEALERSHIP NOTIFIED THAT REPLACEMENT PANELS ARE DISCONTINUED AND ARE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-driveshaft-powertrain","label":"Drive shaft and gear shift powertrain","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11559198","quote_1_text":"1) Going 25mph to 55mph the car started shaking. 2) I stopped at the Performance Dodge / Chrysler dealer for an evaluation of the situation. 3) Diagnosis was a loose Drive Shaft which can fall at any time. 4) $1980 for the Drive Shaft and $477 Labor. 5) It is a very unsafe situation, and…","quote_2_odi":"11645239","quote_2_text":"there is a recall out on chrysler 300c 2017 for bolts to be replaced on drive shaft im experiencing issues with this you have my vin and i would like this taken care of also another recall is on drivers side door inside pannel it bumps up and needs to be replaced as well i need these done…","quote_3_odi":"11229460","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUES I'M HAVING WITH 2017 CHRYSLER 300 IS EVERY TIME I CHANGE INTO GEARSHIFT ESPECIALLY THE REVERSE GEAR THE SHAFT OR THE AXLE ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. WHEN I CHECKED IF THERE HAS BEEN ANY POWERTRAIN RECALLS I FOUND SEVERAL OF THEM, BUT WHEN I CHRYSLER HQ THEY TOLD ME THERE'S NO…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-engine-oil-housing-leak","label":"Engine oil filter housing and oil cooler leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11396902","quote_1_text":"ENGINE OIL FILTER HOUSING PART NUMBER 68310865 IS LEAKING AND PART IS ON BACK ORDER FROM CHRYSLER, THEY STATED IT IS COMMON PROBLEM. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL.","quote_2_odi":"11576309","quote_2_text":"The oil cooler is plastic why when it holds oil and when it heats up that makes plastic expand then cools and makes it decompress. This is done over and over again, of coarse this will cause a major repair job. That the owner should not have to expense out of pocket because we did not…","quote_3_odi":"11636674","quote_3_text":"This is the 2nd failure of the thermostat. We had the car towed to the same Chrysler dealer that fixed the first incident. We have an extended warranty that covered the first failure. This second failure is not covered due to the failed part is a mopar part and Chrysler is going to pay…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Gasoline odor and fuel leak at refuel","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11403643","quote_1_text":"AFTER I FEEL THE VEHICLE UP WITHOUT TOPPING OFF THE VEHICLE STARTS RUNNING ROUGH AFTER ABOUT 10-15 MINUTES. THE CAR SHUTS OFF AND ERROR MESSAGE COMES UP TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND THEN SELECT DESIRED GEAR. THE ENTIRE TIME YOU CAN SMELL GAS BECAUSE THE CAR IS LEAKING FUEL FROM THE RIGHT…","quote_2_odi":"11425187","quote_2_text":"Filling up the gas results in a strong odor of gas in the cabin and gas leaking out of the right rear wheel well. Also caused the engine to sputter and turn off. Found content in the https://www.300cforums.com/ forum that speaks of the issue.","quote_3_odi":"11231152","quote_3_text":"WHEN AC IS ON THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE EVERY TIME WE TURN AC ON OR IF THE CAR IS IN USE FOR A LONG TIME THE ODOR IS VERY STRONG IN THE CAR, SINCE THIS ISSUE STARTED THE CAR HAS BEEN USING MORE GASOLINE AND I HAVE TO FILL UP THE TANK MORE TIMES THAN USUAL. MY CAR IS STILL UNDER…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-headlight-projection","label":"Headlight projection and cold-weather failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11064345","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS DID NOT ILLUMINATE ENOUGH (WHEN MAKING LEFT OR RIGHT TURNS) TO ACCOMMODATE HIS PERIPHERAL VISION. THE VEHICLE REMAINED WITH AN UNKNOWN DEALER LOCATION FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE DEALER…","quote_2_odi":"11269156","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT LIGHTS PROJECTION IS EXTREMELY NARROW. WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT ONTO A DARK DRIVE OR ROADWAY IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE UNTIL THE VEHICLE GETS MOSTLY THROUGH THE TURN. LAST WEEK I NEARLY HIT A PEDESTRIAN BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE HER. I VISITED YOU WEB SITE TO CHECK ON A DRIVE…","quote_3_odi":"11071615","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS WITH THE HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, THE LIGHTS FAILED TO WORK WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS FIVE DEGREES BELOW. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MIKE MOTORS IN ELY (908 E SHERIDAN ST, ELY, MN 55731) WHERE IT WAS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2017-uconnect-screen-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11533649","quote_1_text":"Delamination of the touchscreen radio/navigation/ heating and cooling system resulting in unwanted button actions and distractions during driving.","quote_2_odi":"11485932","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Chrysler 300s has a screen that is delaminating which started about a year ago and now it's causing horrible issues. Just the other day on a trip home, I had my car play going and all of a sudden the screen was just clicking on icons randomly everywhere. And then it started…","quote_3_odi":"11397132","quote_3_text":"UCONNECT RADIO DELAMINATION. UNABLE TO CONTROL MANY VEHICLE FEATURES AS RADIO JUMPS AROUND. COULD NOT GET CLIMATE CONTROL TO DIRECT HEATED AIR DURING THIS TEXAS WINTER STORM. RADIO CONTROLS ALL SETTING AND RADIO WILL JUMP AROUND CHANGING SETTING ON IT'S OWN.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11648952","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the air bag warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11627909","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11152541","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHRYSLER 300. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS CUT OFF BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SWERVED OFF THE ROAD AND CRASHED INTO TWO TREES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11719770","quote_1_text":"In both vehicles, the factory-installed backup camera has failed completely. When the vehicles are shifted into reverse, the infotainment screen remains blank or black","quote_2_odi":"11487138","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, the rearview camera was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11484074","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving in reverse at approximately 2 MPH, the backup camera screen went blank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-door-panel-separation","label":"Interior door panel separation from door frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11648280","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the interior door panels on all four doors were unsecured and separated from the door frame","quote_2_odi":"11484320","quote_2_text":"On 9/12/2022 I attempted to exit my vehicle and the panel had lifted such that the door would not open","quote_3_odi":"11433946","quote_3_text":"The contact owns 2018 Chrysler 300. The contact stated that the inside door panel detached from the door frame","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11670171","quote_1_text":"Head light assembly quit working, i.e no headlight in Decemeber 2024","quote_2_odi":"11626756","quote_2_text":"Passenger headlight assembly stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11175992","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON 02/09/2019 AND AS I WAS DRIVING AT NIGHT THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO GET WET DUE INSIDE THE FRONT LIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-sunroof-failure","label":"Sunroof panel failure and water leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11529666","quote_1_text":"I was driving down interstate 95 N Richmond Va and i heard a loud pop scared me to dealth, My sunroof exploded leaving a large hole in the front sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11279431","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING DOWN US HIGHWAY 19 AROUND 5:30PM 78 OUT AND I HEARD THIS LOUD BANG LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OFF IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-transmission-stall","label":"Engine stall and transmission hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11643948","quote_1_text":"There were 2 separate incidents that occurred. The first one we were backing out of our driveway and the car just stopped running","quote_2_odi":"11417497","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SHIFTING FROM PARK TO REVERSE, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND SURGED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11376965","quote_3_text":"I HAVE FOUND THAT GOING AT LOWER SPEEDS, LIKE ACCELERATING FROM STOP, OR DRIVING THRU A PARKING LOT, THE TRANSMISSION JOLTS THE ENTIRE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2018-uconnect-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and phantom touch inputs","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11736853","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's LCD screen has become delaminated which causes the control of the radio, air conditioning, navigation, and other features controlled by the \"radio\" portion of the car to become dysfunctional","quote_2_odi":"11588290","quote_2_text":"The touchscreen that controls everything is going nuts","quote_3_odi":"11466685","quote_3_text":"Laminate is melting on uconnect interface for control panel for climate control, navigation, defrost/defog, and radio","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags not deploying in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11508857","quote_1_text":"We were in an accident where we were Tboned and a car ran a red light at 50 miles bet hour hitting us on the passenger side and not one airbag in my vehicle went off.","quote_2_odi":"11605572","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300S. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata/SABIC airbag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11660730","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_2_odi":"11659110","quote_2_text":"Safety Recall 19B/NHTSA 24V-198/SABIC Inflator. Two (2) recall notices have been received (March 2024 and May 2025). A local Chicago area dealership, Tyson Chrysler, advises that replacement parts have not been received for the 2019 model vehicles…","quote_3_odi":"11652583","quote_3_text":"Airbag recall occurred over a year ago, no repairs have been available to me.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical failure with stalling and warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11553435","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. As a result of the failure, the contact's son pushed the vehicle to the side of the roadway.…","quote_2_odi":"11483201","quote_2_text":"This has happened a few times. First , I started my car, after being driven for awhile, then it immediately shutoff and the abs system, traction control, emergency brake, and other lights lit up on my dash…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Digital instrument cluster blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11191244","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL THE (DID) DIGITAL INFORMATION DASHBOARD STOPPED WORKING AFTER THE CAR WAS OFF FOR 8 HOURS WHILE I WAS AT WORK, WHEN I GOT OFF WORK I TURNED THE CAR ON AND EVERYTHING ELSE WORKED BUT THE DASHBOARD WASNT LIT UP WITH LIGHTS…","quote_2_odi":"11420789","quote_2_text":"I was in a \"at fault\" accident in Sept 2020 in my new car because the instrument panel failed to stay on started glitching while on the freeway hit tire in the road. Car insurance went up because of the points against my record.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-steering-lock","label":"Steering lock with loss of braking","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11581765","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler 300. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH on a curvy road, the steering wheel locked inadvertently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated he was unable to steer the vehicle.…","quote_2_odi":"11749743","quote_2_text":"about 2 years old, I was with my family driving on the freeway when I felt the car veering to the right going off the road. I tried to correct the steering by pulling it to the left. I was not able to correct this steering as it seemed that the steering wheel was lock.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-uconnect-screen-failure","label":"Uconnect screen failure disabling backup camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11425808","quote_1_text":"BRAND NEW CHRYSLER 300 W/<1100MI \"UCONNECT UPDATE ERROR CODE 20\" VEHICLE INOPERABLE CONDITION VIN: [XXX] ATTEMPTED SERVICE CENTER TODAY (X2) NO REPAIR PARTS AVAILABLE REPLACED AUTO BATTERY PULLED RADIO FUSES (DEALER PERFORMED) \"NO BACKUP CAMERA\"…","quote_2_odi":"11465682","quote_2_text":"Touch screen may freeze disabling driver from adjusting climate, audio, navigation, user manual, and all other on-board screen functions. While frozen screen remains on even after vehicle has been turned off.","quote_3_odi":"11496711","quote_3_text":"NO BACKUP CAMERA DEAD RADIO SCREEN SECOND OCCURENCE CAR DEALER NOTIFIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11620911","quote_1_text":"The cruise system malfunctioned. In multiple scenarios (at least three) when the cruise control was set, if the accelerator is pushed while the cruise control is engaged, the vehicle will continue to accelerate even if the accelerator is released.…","quote_2_odi":"11256377","quote_2_text":"I BROUGHT A 2019 CHRYSLER 300 IN JULY 2019, IN SEPTEMBER 2019 MY WIFE WAS BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, SHE SAID THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. SHE STATED THAT SHE PRESSED THE BRAKE AND IT DIDN'T STOP THE CAR. IT CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNTIL IT FINALLY STOPPED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler-300-2019-water-leak","label":"Water leak into interior","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11395364","quote_1_text":"THE CAR IS LEAKING FROM BOTH SIDES THROUGH THE PANELING AND THE SEATS ARE GETTING WET IN RETURN MAKING SEAT BELTS GET RUSTED AND STUCK. SND IT'S GETTING AN ODOR . IF IT'S RAINING IT'S LEAKING IF MOVING OR SITTING STILL. . NOW THE ROOF IS BEGINNING TO FADE.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06-03 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11618895","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler 300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11592294","quote_2_text":"I think that’s it’s appalling that the NHTSA cannot put more pressure on Chrysler to figure out a faster way to fix this deadly defect that is killing people.  How long am I expected to wait for this repair?  What liability does Chrysler have if I get into an accident and am…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera blank or distorted display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-28 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753341","quote_1_text":"The backup camera system malfunctioned, resulting in a blank or distorted display screen when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This system failure deprives the driver of rear visibility and disables the rear parking collision warning, creating a safety hazard when backing up","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-engine-misfire-valvetrain","label":"Engine misfire and rocker arm needle bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03-13 → 2025-03-22","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11649935","quote_1_text":"Noticed engine had rough idle similar to misfire August 2024 shortly after an oil change@24,272 mi. NOTE Check Engine light did NOT appear. Car taken to dealership on 10/9/2024 with complaint of rough idle and diagnosed. Service Record states: diagnosed pending multi-cylinder…","quote_2_odi":"11648218","quote_2_text":"My car turns off periodically while I’m driving and when I’m stopped at a light. This is random, so I didn’t even go on freeways from fear the car will stop suddenly in heavy traffic and I be killed or injured badly I have taken it to the dealer and they keep saying nothing is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-fuel-system-pump","label":"Fuel pump failure and fuel gauge malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-26 → 2025-06-24","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11669025","quote_1_text":"The car presented with several issues including, difficulty starting, engine misfires, stalling, and decreased fuel efficiency. The low fuel warning light on my car's dashboard would not come on when gas was low at all, until it left me stranded in the freeway far away from home…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-headlight-assembly","label":"Headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05-08 → 2026-05-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11736665","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while parked and occupied in the vehicle or driving the contact noticed the headlights have failed to work as intended. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the headlight assembly needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300","model_slug":"300","cluster_id":"chrysler300-2021-seatbelt-unraveling","label":"Seat belt webbing unraveling or tearing","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10-09 → 2025-03-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11619632","quote_1_text":"My seatbelt on the driver side has began unraveling, Ive been driving since 16 teen and never saw this before.  I went to buckle my seatbelt about a week agao from 10/14/2024 and it would not pull through and I notice it was actually torn in half to the middle mark of the canvas…","quote_2_odi":"11648223","quote_2_text":"About 2 months ago the passenger seatbelt in my vehicle just tore out of nowhere. The seam seemed to unravel and it completely broke. Took it to get repaired had some issue but my complaint today is to help save someone from this or maybe others may have had same issue.  The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/300","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300C","model_slug":"300c","cluster_id":"chrysler-300c-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11514084","quote_1_text":"Airbag light stays on. Afraid to drive car that the air bag will not deploy in case of accident or go off unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"10894758","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 CHRYSLER 300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300C","model_slug":"300c","cluster_id":"chrysler-300c-2011-alternator-stall","label":"Alternator failure causing stall and loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11740913","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler 300C. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and lost power steering on several occasions. The contact stated that the vehicle required to be jumpstarted","quote_2_odi":"11053426","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE BATTERY AND FCW OFF INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED AND WENT BLANK","quote_3_odi":"11030141","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER 300C. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIGHTS IN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO FLICKER AND, UPON TURNING INTO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY LOST POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300C","model_slug":"300c","cluster_id":"chrysler-300c-2011-fuel-pump-vapor-odor","label":"Fuel pump crack with fuel vapor odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11430911","quote_1_text":"After filling the car with gasoline, I get a strong odor of gasoline in the cabin of the car. After the fuel level gets to about 7/8 full the issue goes away","quote_2_odi":"11045286","quote_2_text":"AFTER FILLING TANK WITH FUEL, CAR SMELLS FROM FUEL. FUEL VAPOR COMES OUT AC VENTS, FILLS CABIN. VERY BAD AFTER SITTING PARKED. ODOR FADES AND STOPS WHEN FUEL LEVEL REACHES ABOUT 7/8 OF A TANK. TOOK IT TO MECHANIC AND MECHANIC SAYS HE FOUND FUEL ON TOP OF STARBOARD FUEL PUMP","quote_3_odi":"11033005","quote_3_text":"FUEL PUMP CRACKED AT TOP OF FUEL PUMP. CAR HAS LOW MILAGE 11,300 AND FOR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS WE FEEL IT SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THE PUMP. THE PUMPS SIT UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"300C","model_slug":"300c","cluster_id":"chrysler-300c-2011-hemi-lifter-failure","label":"5.7 HEMI hydraulic lifter and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11217629","quote_1_text":"HELLO, I AM CURRENTLY HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY 5.7 HEMI IN MY CHRYSLER 300. I AM FACING ISSUES WITH THE NOTORIOUS 'HEMI TICK' AND IT HAS GOTTEN OBNOXIOUSLY LOUD AND ANNOYING ESPECIALLY WHEN PARKED AGAINST A BUILDING OR ON START UP","quote_2_odi":"11221044","quote_2_text":"THE DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED IT WITH BAD LIFTERS. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTS FLASHING , BAD FUEL FUMES AND SHUTS THE GAS OFF . I HAVE TO VEER OFF THE ROAD TO AVOID GETTING HIT","quote_3_odi":"11182525","quote_3_text":"COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE HWY SPEED, NO BRAKES....TIMING CHAIN BREAK MASSIVE DAMAGE TO ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/300c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Aspen","model_slug":"aspen","cluster_id":"aspen-2009-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system component failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11122234","quote_1_text":"PERSISTENT DEAD 12V BATTERY. EVEN AFTER REPLACING THE BATTERY, TRUCK WILL BE DEAD WITHIN 24 HOURS OF NOT BEING DRIVEN","quote_2_odi":"10995664","quote_2_text":"THE OVERHEAD CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED 3 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10457818","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRIP COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/aspen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Aspen","model_slug":"aspen","cluster_id":"aspen-2009-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Unexpected engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10807616","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AS THE CHECK ENGINE, THE THROTTLE CONTROL, AND THE TRACTION SENSOR WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10766285","quote_2_text":"AROUND SIX MONTHS INTO MY OWNERSHIP THE VEHICLE STARTED DROPPING DEAD AT AROUND 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10621636","quote_3_text":"DESPITE THE FACT THAT I HAD DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, APPROXIMATELY 5% OF TRAVEL, THE ENGINE REMAINED AT THE STANDARD 650 RPM CURB IDLE SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/aspen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Aspen","model_slug":"aspen","cluster_id":"aspen-2009-fuel-tank-spitback-stall","label":"Fuel tank spitback and stall during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11560824","quote_1_text":"Every time I fill the gas tank, the fuel spills out of the fill tube when it gets full","quote_2_odi":"11119892","quote_2_text":"SUV STALLS AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK. OFTEN IT WILL REQUIRE MULTIPLE CYCLES OF STARTING AND STALLING BEFORE IT WILL CONTINUE TO RUN","quote_3_odi":"10744487","quote_3_text":"FOR THE LAST 1-2 YEARS, EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY GAS TANK MY 2009 CHRYSLER ASPEN WILL STALL REPEATEDLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/aspen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Aspen","model_slug":"aspen","cluster_id":"aspen-2009-rear-axle-pinion-nut-failure","label":"Rear axle pinion nut and differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11288841","quote_1_text":"THE REAR AXLE AND REAR AXLE BEARING ARE DESTROYED AND IT WILL NEED A NEW REAR END","quote_2_odi":"10550757","quote_2_text":"MY HUSBAND'S TRUCK AND MY ASPEN ARE BOTH AFFECTED BY THE N08 RECALL FOR REAR AXLE PINION NUT","quote_3_odi":"10915192","quote_3_text":"MATT RICHARDSON CALLED ON FRIDAY STATING THAT THE REAR END BARRINGS HAVE COME APART ON THE CAR AND THAT THEY NOT ONLY NEED TO REPLACE THE BARRINGS, THEY NEED TO DO AN ENTIRE OVERHAUL OF THE ENTIRE REAR END","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/aspen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Aspen","model_slug":"aspen","cluster_id":"aspen-2009-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10956104","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10930215","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, NOTICE RECEIVED, DEALERS FAIL TO REPAIR THIS LIFE THREATENING DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"10939221","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL IT IS UNACCEPTABLE THAT, IN ALMOST A YEAR, NO REPLACEMENT PART HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO REMEDY THIS POTENTIALLY DEADLY ISSUE!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/aspen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2005-engine-cradle-subframe-rust","label":"Engine cradle and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":122,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1244,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11528650","quote_1_text":"Engine cradle,motor mount and sub frame completely rotted out. structural integrity at a total loss. Vehicle is no longer road worthy","quote_2_odi":"11310708","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE CRADLE IS ROTTED AND THE ENGINE MAY FALL OUT. I'VE READ WHAT OTHER PEOPLE HAD SAID AND IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE THAT CHRYSLER IS AWARE OF AND IS A EXTREMELY SERIOUS ISSUE AND TO REPAIR THIS ISSUE IS NOT CHEAP ALSO","quote_3_odi":"10925490","quote_3_text":"SUB FRAME. HOLDING IN THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION RUSTING OUT. NOT COATED PROPERLY WHEN BUILT. DISCOVERED WHILE DOING OIL CHANGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2005-engine-stall-fuel-system","label":"Engine stall and fuel gauge or pump malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":1244,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11464560","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2005 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power in the middle of the road","quote_2_odi":"11024687","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL THE VEHICLE, THE FUEL PUMP WOULD SHUT OFF EACH TIME AFTER DISPENSING 2/10 OF A GALLON OF FUEL","quote_3_odi":"11252363","quote_3_text":"THE 2005 CHRYSTLER PACIFICA WAS TRAVELING 35 MPH IN THE WINTER ON A PAVED ROAD WHEN IT JUST DIED NO WARNING. I HAD IT TOWED TO MY HOUSE FOR FURTHER TESTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2005-gear-shifter-stuck-in-park","label":"Gear shifter stuck or seized in Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":1244,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11004226","quote_1_text":"SHIFTER LOCKED IN \"PARK\". PINK SAFETY TAB BROKE","quote_2_odi":"11265309","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE IS STUCK IN PARK. THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTER INTERLOCK LEVER IS BROKEN (SMALL PINK PLASTIC PIECE THAT ATTACHES TO A SPRING). THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT FROM PARK TO REVERSE, NEUTRAL, DRIVE, ETC","quote_3_odi":"11340463","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER CEASED IN THE PARK POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2005,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2005-headlight-intermittent-failure","label":"Intermittent headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":1244,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11151797","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS MALFUNCTIONED","quote_2_odi":"11034232","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10981372","quote_3_text":"BODY CONTROL MODULE FAILURE, LOST HEADLIGHTS , WIPERS, COULD NOT CLOSE WINDOWS, AIRBAG LIGHTS CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-backup-camera-intermittent","label":"Intermittent backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11748940","quote_1_text":"The back up camera does not turn on immediately. Sometimes it takes up to 3 minutes for it to turn on, after shifting into reverse. I understand this is a violation of the safety requirement for a back up camera…","quote_2_odi":"11746664","quote_2_text":"The backup camera does not work 9 out of 10 times. Sometimes the screen is a blank blue, purple, or black screen. Sometimes its a frozen picture and Sometimes it flickers like a broken tv…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-electrical-shutdown-stall","label":"Electrical shutdown and stalling while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11719228","quote_1_text":"The CAN BUS connector (found in the glove box area) fails periodically and without warning. It affects everything on the vehicle; it stops the car from shifting, car won't start up, windows stop working, all of the warning lights turn on…","quote_2_odi":"11698819","quote_2_text":"I have been driving, usually at lower speeds and the entire electrical system shuts down. This has left me and my children in the middle of a busy road without brake lights. It has happened multiple times…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-head-gasket-misfire","label":"Cylinder misfire and head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11741625","quote_1_text":"2017 Pacifica, 58,000 miles. Engine light comes on, error code is \"00305 Engine misfire on cylinder 5\". Replaced sensor and ignition coil and spark plugs, but error keeps coming back. The mechanic found that the head gasket is leaking anti-freeze into the cylinder…","quote_2_odi":"11730753","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on at 87K miles, took to dealership and code was P0303. Dealer had to replace 6 spark plugs, warped head, head gasket and oil change. Dealership knew of this problem with faulty heads from the manufacturer and no recall has been started from Chrysler…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-hybrid-battery-failure","label":"Hybrid battery pack failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11744617","quote_1_text":"our 2017 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid High Voltage (Hybrid) Battery pack experienced a failure. Check Engine Code P0A7F-00 active. The vehicle now refuses to charge the Hybrid Battery in any way other than using the on-board gas generator…","quote_2_odi":"11660494","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Chrysler Pacifica hybrid has been at the Chrysler dealership since December 5th of 2024 for recall 73b and dtc p0c78 The dealership attempted to perform recall 73B but unfortunately were not able to because the hybrid battery would not accept a charge…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11741820","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2017 Chrysler Pacifica, the vehicle experienced a sudden, severe malfunction of the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system. The dashboard illuminated a \"Service Power Steering\" warning light, which was accompanied by an immediate, complete loss of power steering…","quote_2_odi":"11738099","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized with no warning. warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-steering-stick-off-center","label":"Steering wheel sticking near 11 and 1 o'clock positions","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11744029","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel sticks at lower speeds between 11-1 o’clock position (approximately) and requires extra force to turn the wheel. I came across number PE25009 which seems to clearly line up with what I am experiencing, so decided to report.","quote_2_odi":"11685748","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel sticks when driving at speeds 50-70mph. When I am on a turning roadway, the steering wheel will stick in place, and will stay in that position unless forced to rotate.","quote_3_odi":"11736962","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speeds, steering wheel sticks at 11 and 1 o'clock position requiring extra input from the driver to return to zero or 12 o'clock position. This causes a jerky motion when the wheel finally unsticks or an oversteer condition…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2017,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2017-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard shifts and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1475,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11682940","quote_1_text":"Transmission will have a very severe jerk when starting out, usually at low speeds, causing the driver to temporarily lose control and distract them from driving…","quote_2_odi":"11693373","quote_2_text":"The transmission in our 2017 Chrysler Pacifica has had issues with slipping, or not engaging as well as violent, hard gear shifts for at least the last 40K miles…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-can-bus-star-connector-faults","label":"CAN bus star connector communication faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11724766","quote_1_text":"While I was driving the car started beeping and all dashboard lights started flickering. Transmission started stuttering and engine rpm fluctuating wildly. Fortunately I was in my neighborhood and was only going about 15 mph and was able to pull to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11684336","quote_2_text":"The shifter nob will not turn on and move out of park. When I open the glove box and tap on the CAN-C Bus star connector the nob will then turn on","quote_3_odi":"11691068","quote_3_text":"Vehicle lost all internal communications while driving. During this incident propulsion was lost, turn signals, hazards, power brakes, power steering, all electronics except speedometer failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-head-gasket-coolant-intrusion","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11747754","quote_1_text":"At approximately 81,600 miles, the vehicle developed a check engine light and a Cylinder 5 misfire (P0305). The vehicle began exhibiting hard starts, rough engine operation during cold starts, white smoke from the exhaust, and coolant loss with no obvious external leak","quote_2_odi":"11695577","quote_2_text":"The vehicle began losing coolant with no visible external leaks. When cold, opening the coolant reservoir cap releases a strong hiss of pressure and coolant flows back into the tank","quote_3_odi":"11689929","quote_3_text":"The engine failed at 104,000 miles despite proper maintenance. The vehicle is used by my wife and three children, and the engine unexpectedly experienced a head gasket failure while on the highway, with no prior warning except for a known issue acknowledged by Chrysler","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-hv-battery-fault-after-73b","label":"High-voltage battery faults after recall 73B service","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11674791","quote_1_text":"Soon after having recall 73B completed on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Plug in Hybrid the check engine illuminated with DTC P0BBE. The vehicle no longer accepts a charge through the charge port and is now indicating there is an error with the high voltage battery","quote_2_odi":"11671077","quote_2_text":"After the 73B recall was performed on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, the vehicle began experiencing persistent check engine lights and charging issues, especially during charging","quote_3_odi":"11749554","quote_3_text":"Our family’s safety is at risk due to a charging failure in which the vehicle consistently stops charging after reaching 2–3 bars when plugged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11691152","quote_1_text":"While driving at a steady 65 mph, I suddenly lost power steering, which severely reduced my ability to steer the vehicle. I was able to safely brake and pull over. After turning the car off for a few minutes, steering function returned to normal","quote_2_odi":"11722219","quote_2_text":"While driving the yellow EPS (electrical power steering) light came on. Steering felt more stiff than usual. After parking the vehicle and turning the engine off to make a stop and coming back to turn it on (approx. 5 minutes later) the light was now red","quote_3_odi":"11730702","quote_3_text":"As I am driving a warning pops up on the dash and says “ power steering unavailable service required “ while that shows up the steering wheel locks up. It goes away abruptly but it causes me to over turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-stall-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11753607","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle unexpectedly shut off without warning. The engine stalled while the vehicle was in motion, causing an immediate loss of acceleration and power","quote_2_odi":"11729053","quote_2_text":"While traveling 350 miles from my home with my family of five, the vehicle experienced a sudden 'Loss of Motive Power' event. The dashboard displayed the message: 'Stop Safely - Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon.'","quote_3_odi":"11691774","quote_3_text":"I was driving and the van suddenly lost all propulsion. Brakes and steering and dash lights functioned, but there was a red turtle icon and error message about a system failure. The accelerator pedal did nothing at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-steering-stick-gradual-turns","label":"Steering sticking during gradual turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11745412","quote_1_text":"My Pacifica has a \"sticking\" or \"catching\" sensation, especially during gradual highway turns","quote_2_odi":"11733986","quote_2_text":"The steering system on my 2018 Chrysler Pacifica exhibits a sticking sensation during gradual turns, particularly when the steering wheel is positioned near the 11 o'clock or 1 o'clock position. It is most prevalent at speeds over 60MPH","quote_3_odi":"11724159","quote_3_text":"When encountering a long gradual curve on the highway, the steering sticks and does not return to center unless a conscious effort is made to turn the steering wheel back. If this is not done the vehicle would continue into a state of over-steer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2018,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2018-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission harsh engagement and delayed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11686475","quote_1_text":"When beginning to move from a stop, the transmission occasionally does not engage for a few seconds and allows the vehicle to drift unexpectedly before it slips in gear and moves","quote_2_odi":"11682229","quote_2_text":"The transmission KICKS into 2nd gear at times and it feels like I've been rear ended. Also sometimes when that happens the car will accelerate on it's own, I am surprised that I haven't hit anything or anybody when that happens","quote_3_odi":"11670190","quote_3_text":"While attempting to accelerate experiencing a loss of power, an/or hard shifting. Pulling out from parking lot or street from a stop, there is a delay in getting the car to move. Moves slowly but then gradually builds up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-brake-booster","label":"Brake booster failure and pedal pushback","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11682932","quote_1_text":"Brakes hiss and won't slow the car down well. Issue is with the brake booster. The car creep forward or sometimes not stop in time. the peddle pushes back against you when depressing it.","quote_2_odi":"11606971","quote_2_text":"My breaks stopped worked due to a failed brake booster. I would compress the brake and it would let out air and not adequately stop. When it did finally stop, it would propel me forward. This became very dangerous for my family and I","quote_3_odi":"11610426","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's brake booster is going out. The vehicle's warranty was already extended once but is now out of that 5-year timeframe. This issue began about 2 weeks ago. Now, the brake pushes back and doesn't want to engage which poses the risk of rear-ending someone. Chrysler is aware of this situation…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-head-gasket","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11640856","quote_1_text":"The head gasket leaks, full engine replacement is recommended. No accidents, only 79k miles on the engine.","quote_2_odi":"11606487","quote_2_text":"Around 79,000 miles, my 2019 Pacifica experienced check engine error codes. Upon diagnostics by a repair shop, found that the engine coolant was leaking into the engine due to a bad head gasket and that the engine cylinders were damaged and the only repair is a full engine replacement. The car has been…","quote_3_odi":"11630362","quote_3_text":"Van has 55,000 miles on it. Not overheating but noticed coolant reservoir keeps needing to be topped off daily. Also, just received check engine light code for cylinder 5. Shop diagnosed as head gaskets and now need an engine replacement. Absolutely unacceptable for a vehicle with such low miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-hybrid-recall-delay","label":"Hybrid battery recall parts unavailable","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11638090","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V538000 (HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet availabl…","quote_2_odi":"11638844","quote_2_text":"Over six months later, NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V538000 still has no remedy for an apparent fire risk! I can't charge my vehicle and I can't park it in my own garage. I drive at risk of being in the midst of a spontaneous fire! THE MANUFACTURER has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for m…","quote_3_odi":"11624172","quote_3_text":"Chrysler issued recall 72B back in July but has failed to provide a repair solution to the issue of a high voltage battery fire. They have advised to park the vehicle away from structures and to not charge. It's disappointing not to have a resolution or fix for this issue, especially going into the col…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-sliding-door-closing","label":"Power sliding door and liftgate closing on obstruction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11548791","quote_1_text":"We have automatic sliding doors. My six-year-old son was exiting a door that he didn't know was closing, and it closed on his head. It did NOT stop or retract when it hit an obstruction. It kept going. If I hadn't been right by the button and hit it, it could have crushed him or killed him. There was n…","quote_2_odi":"11599297","quote_2_text":"I had my three children in the van and was holding our new baby as I opened the automatic passenger-side sliding door. It opened part way, got stuck, but the autotrack kept operating trying to open the door. At that point, the whole door fell off and the window immediately behind the door broke. We had…","quote_3_odi":"11591745","quote_3_text":"My [XXX] grandson was getting out the automatic sliding door passenger side. His head was in the way and he door button was hit and the door started to close. It closed on his head and he had to force the door open because it didn’t do what it was supposed to do. If a small child was in the door it wou…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-steering-sticking","label":"Power steering assist loss and sticking wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11733639","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel locks up partially when you turn the wheel making it super dangerous when driving. It’s done it for as long as I have had the vehicle. There was never any warning messages prior to the problem. I have not had it inspected by anyone. Unknown if it’s been reproduced by dealer.","quote_2_odi":"11685865","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at higher speeds, the steering wheel failed to return to center after making a turn to the left or the right. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for a diagnostic…","quote_3_odi":"11595944","quote_3_text":"Steering will stick at the 11 o’clock or 1 o’clock position while going around curves at highway speed and takes considerable force to get it back .","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto stop/start stall and shift-to-park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11605822","quote_1_text":"The following message displays on the vehicle: “Stop Safely. Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon.” Upon receiving the message, the vehicle will stall. This has occurred multiple times while driving on the freeway at 70 mph, while driving on city streets, etc. Every time the vehicle stalls, it is INCREDIBLY dan…","quote_2_odi":"11680654","quote_2_text":"06AUG25: At a stop light vehicle lost all power. Accessories worked. Vehicle stated to press on break and press start to turn on car. Did not start. Towed to dealership. Dealership stated was software update needed. Car did start. With no additional errors presented at diagnostic. 12AUG25: On highway…","quote_3_odi":"11536918","quote_3_text":"Car was stopped at a red light and shifted on its own into park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-transmission-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11685907","quote_1_text":"The transmission is starting to jerk and make hard abrupt transitions from gears","quote_2_odi":"11680767","quote_2_text":"The transmission is very unresponsive and dealerships don’t find anything wrong other than resetting the computer every 2 days. The transmission clunks and jerks the car going into 2nd and or 3rd gear. Many times I press the pedal in highway/city driving and the transmission takes 2.5 to 3 seconds to re…","quote_3_odi":"11583698","quote_3_text":"The van started with very jerky shifting around 70,000 miles. The car would, at times, lurch hard forward when shifting. Eventually, a Chrysler dealer looked at the transmission and determined it needed replaced. The replacement transmission started with the same problems after about 20,000 miles. Van…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2019,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2019-uconnect-reboot","label":"Uconnect reboot loop and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":333,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11616282","quote_1_text":"Radio Uconnect resets every 3 to 5 minutes. When this happens screen goes black. If backing no warning on what is behind you. GPS is resetting with wrong location. Wireless calls stop. This has been a problem across all FCA brands and an issue since 2017. I had 2018 Pacifica with same issues. I believe…","quote_2_odi":"11565881","quote_2_text":"The Uconnect 4 infotainment system is consistently rebooting every 2-3 minutes, leaving several safety measures for the vehicle from being used during those times. This leaves risk that the safety feature is not usable when needed for example rear warning for small child behind vehicle is not operable.…","quote_3_odi":"11654214","quote_3_text":"The infotainment system keeps resetting with screen going black and restarting. This is distracting and I lose data such as directions if I am using navigation. This could lead to driver distraction and risk of accidents. I think that this is a firmware issue and UConnect should provide a fix.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733109","quote_1_text":"Driver side airbags failed to deploy during total loss head on collision","quote_2_odi":"11367081","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS STATIONARY AT A RED LIGHT WITH MY DAUGHTER IN THE SECOND ROW. A CAR APPROACHED THE LIGHT AND SLAMMED INTO THE BACK OF HER CAR II DON'T THINK THEY WERE SLOWING DOWN). SHE THEN HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11324436","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH CRASHED INTO TWO DEERS. THERE WERE NO REPORTED INJURIES. THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-battery-electrical-fire","label":"Hybrid battery or electrical fire while parked or charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677911","quote_1_text":"The hybrid battery overheated and started burning the interior of the vehicle while it sat turned off charging in the garage. Smoke filled the house which had to be evacuated","quote_2_odi":"11676890","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was plugged into an outlet inside the resident's garage when smoke began to come from the battery located in the center floor board. Fire crews responded and unplugged the vehicle and pushed it out of the garage and cooled the battery","quote_3_odi":"11628722","quote_3_text":"Our Chrysler Pacifica caught fire in the passenger cabin, appearing to start near the 2nd row drivers side passenger seat. The fire department said it was an electrical fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-harsh-transmission-shift","label":"Harsh or jarring transmission shifts at random speeds","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11712272","quote_1_text":"Transmission shifts very hard from 2nd to 3rd gear and 4th to 5th gear at random times and at random speeds. Sometimes it occurs in parking lots at less than 15mph and other times at highway speed above 65 mph while cruising","quote_2_odi":"11548822","quote_2_text":"Exceedingly jarring transmission shifts at both low and higher speeds that are startling to the driver and could cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"11479625","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle began to forcefully jerk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-head-gasket-failure","label":"Head gasket failure with cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11719903","quote_1_text":"While driving in suburban traffic vehicle engine began running rough and lost most power with about 58000 mi on the vehicle. Received check engine light and vehicle entered 'limp mode' with Turtle Icon displayed on screen","quote_2_odi":"11665452","quote_2_text":"The head gasket failed. The check engine light came on and I took it to the dealer before the engine seized thankfully but it could have caused safety issues such as coolant leaks, engine breakdown potentially on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11620420","quote_3_text":"Car started to rock and the engine light came on with a cylinder 3 misfire code (P0303). We replaced the spark plug and coil on cylinder 3 and the issue resolved temporarily","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Sudden loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735452","quote_1_text":"This year, about a month ago, I was driving (I take XXX to work everyday) and the display had a notice that said \"Stop safely, the engine will turn off\". I pulled over and turned the car off and turned it back on","quote_2_odi":"11700412","quote_2_text":"On November 13th, I was driving and a battery light came on as well as the Stop/Start not available error, and then moments later said \"Stop Safely Vehicle will shut off soon\"","quote_3_odi":"11614752","quote_3_text":"Vehicle sudden loss of power 3x in 3 months. Van has known recall for loss of power/possible transmission problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-power-seat-failure","label":"Rear power seat folds or fails to lock unexpectedly","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733112","quote_1_text":"Third row randomly closes on my kids who are buckled in them. I've reported this to the dealer shortly after getting my van in 2021","quote_2_odi":"11674886","quote_2_text":"Cable system inside 2nd row seat broke so that it can no longer anchor in place. The back of the seat folds back/forth and unable to secure in place, the seat slides forward/backward freely on the track","quote_3_odi":"11652462","quote_3_text":"Both middle seats have failed. The cable that allows the seat to slide tilt forward has a Very strong spring and a very weak plastic housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss and steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743035","quote_1_text":"Driving down a road, Power Steering warning light came on, and the power steering went completely out. My wife was driving, and is not strong enough to steer manually. She was able to partially get off the road to stop","quote_2_odi":"11725945","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while turning to the right, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The contact stated that force was needed to maneuver the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11587585","quote_3_text":"While my wife was driving the vehicle - the power steering catastrophically quit!!! The idiot light came on to get it serviced. Thankfully, it happened in a place that didn't cause an accident but this could have been deadly!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2020,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while stopped or idling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11398749","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND IDLING IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11352015","quote_2_text":"STOPPED AT A LIGHT, VEHICLE STARTED ACCELERATING UNTIL 3000 RPM FOR 2 SECONDS WHILE ONLY BRAKE WAS PRESSED","quote_3_odi":"11310289","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 CHRYSLER PACIFICA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN CONTROL ACCELERATION FOR 20 SECOND, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS LOSING THE ABILITY TO HOLD THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2021-backup-camera-recall-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03 (200 of 345 total complaints sampled)","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11692514","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera image was frozen. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent.","quote_2_odi":"11638039","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera only operated as needed approximately 80 percent of the time. The screen image was blank or was occasionally jiggling.","quote_3_odi":"11631638","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the contact attempted to back up and became aware that the rearview camera was inoperable. The contact stated the image from the rearview camera appeared blank.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2021-fuel-line-leak-coil-pack","label":"Fuel line leak from contact with coil pack","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-10 (200 of 345 total complaints sampled)","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11694762","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel leak with large fan spray pattern in fuel line part number 68492134AA where it sits and rubs against a sharp corner of another component, (appears to be ignition coil) above the rear passenger side of the engine.","quote_2_odi":"11642288","quote_2_text":"While driving my children home from an evening activity, there was a strong odor of gas inside the cabin. I had the vehicle towed to the dealership the next morning for diagnostics and repairs. The dealership 's technician was able to reproduce the issue and upon further","quote_3_odi":"11588627","quote_3_text":"High pressure fuel line leaking due to tube rubbing against hard plastic clip. Smelled gasoline fumes from outside the vehicle. Narrowed it down to the passenger side of the engine compartment but couldn't isolate it.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2021-power-door-obstruction-detection","label":"Power door and liftgate obstruction detection failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-03 (200 of 345 total complaints sampled)","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11726234","quote_1_text":"The power liftgate safety detection has failed numerous times, hiting both myself and my husband on our heads with the full force of the liftgate closing. It is not detecting an obstruction in the way and going back up again, this is incredibly dangerous - I was hurt quite","quote_2_odi":"11542398","quote_2_text":"The power lift gate door opened on its own when my husband opened one of the side sliding doors. The rear door then collided with the shopping cart that was parked behind the car and continued to open, lifting the grocery cart with our 45lb son and all of our groceries up","quote_3_odi":"11617744","quote_3_text":"There is no safety feature on the automatic sliding doors that prevent them from fully closing on something or someone. Once they begin closing they will not reverse if they encounter an obstacle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2021-second-row-seat-headrest-latch","label":"Second-row seat and headrest latch failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-10 (200 of 345 total complaints sampled)","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11732777","quote_1_text":"After deploying the second-row Stow 'n Go captain's chair seat from its stowed position in the floor, the integrated headrest fails to lock in the upright, passenger-safety position. The headrest remains folded forward or flops forward under normal conditions and cannot be","quote_2_odi":"11669544","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information: Make/Model: 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid Incident Dates: Thursday June 12, 2025 & Saturday June 14, 2025 Description of the Incident: On two separate occasions, the second-row passenger seat of my 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid collapsed and slid forward","quote_3_odi":"11692293","quote_3_text":"2nd Row Seat fails to latch and lock in position. The seat reclines back and forth without being able to be latched in place.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2021,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2021-steering-clunk-shake-low-speed","label":"Steering clunk or shake at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06 (200 of 345 total complaints sampled)","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11744297","quote_1_text":"Steering is clicking when stationary while turning the wheel and also while idling over bumps. Brought dealership and would need an entire steering gear assembly replacement","quote_2_odi":"11713759","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH and attempting to slow down to park in a parking spot, the steering wheel started shaking unexpectedly. There was a clunking sound coming from the steering wheel.","quote_3_odi":"11714476","quote_3_text":"If I am trying to park and going like 10 miles an hour and start turning the steering wheel, it starts shaking. And it does it every time.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752827","quote_1_text":"Vehicle under mandatory recall for defective air bags. Called to get appt. with local dealer Fred Martin Motors. Have failed to call me back to set an appt","quote_2_odi":"11750989","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V189000 (Air Bags). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on back order","quote_3_odi":"11706750","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V302000 (Air Bags). The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were limited, with only one kit provided per week, and that a waiting list was in place","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Service brake malfunction and unintended braking events","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715631","quote_1_text":"In May 2025 shortly after purchasing this vehicle I had complete Brake failure while driving down the road","quote_2_odi":"11739359","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid has developed a dangerous rear brake system malfunction. During a dealer inspection on 4/27/26, the certified technician confirmed that the rear brake pads are only contacting approximately 50% of the rotor surface","quote_3_odi":"11492047","quote_3_text":"22' Pacifica has advanced front brake assist . It does not work. I have tried and it only sets off a audible warning noise and dash says BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-motive-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of motive power / limp-mode shutdown","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":124,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751440","quote_1_text":"On July 19, 2026, I was driving my 2022 Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid on E-470 at approximately 75 mph. Without warning, the dashboard displayed \"Stop Safely. Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon,\" and the amber check engine light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11742633","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has experienced three separate powertrain failures stemming from the same transmission defect (DTC P0A43 — Drive Motor Position Sensor, eFlite transmission). Incident 1 — April 19, 2026: Complete sudden loss of motive power on the highway with family aboard","quote_3_odi":"11719773","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway when an alarm sounded and warning message displayed: \"Stop Safely, Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon\" At the same time, a turtle icon came on, along with the check engine light. I lost all power in the gas pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11549731","quote_1_text":"Went to store. Came home. Went to leave again. Unable to move wheel. Says power steering unavailable. Service required. Luckily, stuck at home. Anywhere else would have been an issue or to go out suddenly","quote_2_odi":"11500597","quote_2_text":"Power steering went completely out. Vehicle has only 6300 miles on it. Luckily we were driving slow and very close to home. Vehicle is almost impossible to turn","quote_3_odi":"11462370","quote_3_text":"Started van with remote start to warm it up,and went to it in 5minutes,got in pushed dash button and put it in drive but THERE WAS NO POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-rear-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750738","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R), the back-over prevention camera intermittently failed to display an image of the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11740296","quote_2_text":"Rearback up camera intermittently unavailable even after recall with software update. Sometimes is distorted and delayed, sometimes blue or black screen and says camera unavailable. Have to repeatedly reboot camera system","quote_3_odi":"11634334","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the center console display went black and became inoperable. The contact stated that only the back-over prevention camera operated on the screen as needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2022,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"2022-chrysler-pacifica-seat-latch-failure","label":"Second-row seat headrest and latch failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755063","quote_1_text":"The captains chairs in the second row of the vehicle both had their reclining mechanism fail. This causes the seats to move forward and back sliding when the car is in motion as they will not stay locked in place","quote_2_odi":"11669649","quote_2_text":"Part 68324912AC Latch Release Cable failed on both middle seats within one week of one another and approximately three weeks after the manufacturers warranty expired on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11720619","quote_3_text":"The headrest failed. The headrest pivots on the steel supports, and there's a ratchet inside, that is actuated by a plastic piece, which is then connected to cabling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2023-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Side curtain airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740365","quote_1_text":"Side curtain airbags (CAB) for both sides are under recall dated Mar 2026, Recall 06D (NHTSA 25V189)  and prior to that Recall 06C (NHTSA 25V302) dated May 2025, Dealer says that parts are on back order and I am on a \"list\" - It has been two months for 06D and over 6 months for…","quote_2_odi":"11691916","quote_2_text":"Stellantis has a large order restrictions on the part(s) despite having over 6k parts available in parts distribution centers ready to be shipped in the US. The parts are currently limited to dealers only being able to order 2 parts every 7 days","quote_3_odi":"11687604","quote_3_text":"FCA US LLC, has decided that certain [2022-2025 model year (RU) Chrysler Pacifica and Chrysler Voyager] vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 226 – Ejection Mitigation.   According to these Recall notices: 06C/NHTSA 25V-302  I drive my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera blackout or freeze in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754774","quote_1_text":"The back up camera complete blacks out eliminating visibility at the rear of the car","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2023,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2023-hybrid-powerloss-shutdown","label":"Hybrid powertrain sudden loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754273","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced three separate incidents involving a sudden, unexpected loss of motive power at speed accompanied by a warning message (\"Please pull off the road safely, vehicle will shut off soon\") and a turtle icon (\"Red Turtle of Death\") on the instrument cluster.…","quote_2_odi":"11704845","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 65 mph on I-35 in moderate traffic, my vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of motive power. I was positioned in the far-left passing lane at the time of the incident. A vague notification message appeared on the dashboard screen…","quote_3_odi":"11674387","quote_3_text":"After about an hour of freeway driving, car went into “red turtle mode” (“limp mode”) on the freeway, alerting us that the engine would shut down shortly and that we needed to get to a safe place to stop. The car wouldn’t accelerate fully, putting us in danger on the freeway…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Side curtain airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739439","quote_1_text":"I own a 2024 Chrysler Pacifica with open safety recall FCA 06D / NHTSA 26V-189 for side curtain airbags/ejection mitigation. I contacted the dealer approximately two months ago to schedule the free recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11709477","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a failure by Chrysler (FCA US LLC) to provide a remedy for Recall 25V302 (55C) within a reasonable timeframe. The local dealer (Houston, TX) has confirmed a 6-week backorder for the side curtain airbag parts","quote_3_odi":"11705628","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V302000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-phantom-fca-braking","label":"Forward collision system triggers unexpected braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11630555","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the braking system erroneously activated causing the vehicle to abruptly stop. The failure had occurred on several occasions while driving on the same highway","quote_2_odi":"11624910","quote_2_text":"Adaptive cruise control slammed on brakes at least five times when nothing there in front or on the sides. First time I ended up with whiplash…now I hear it start to stop and I override system by speeding up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-powertrain-shutdown","label":"Sudden powertrain shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751524","quote_1_text":"2024 Chrysler Pacifica completely shutdown during a left turn. Engine died all electrical stopped functioning. Had to restart the vehicle to move the vehicle. This condition happened twice last week, but has not happened since","quote_2_odi":"11705111","quote_2_text":"I was driving the vehicle as normal when all of a sudden a message appeared and the engine shut down. The message was \"Stop Safely Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon\". It brought my speed down to 10 mph and I had to pull off the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11656918","quote_3_text":"The vehicle, without warning, flashed the message “Stop Safely, Vehicle Will Shut Off Soon” and suddenly went totally unresponsive. It had shut down within 60 seconds. This was on day 4 of ownership and less than 1000 miles on the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-seatbelt-failure","label":"Seatbelt restraint failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738564","quote_1_text":"I stopped to make a turn. When I leaned forward, my seatbelt completely came apart","quote_2_odi":"11700255","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was sold with a “minor accident” reported, but the condition suggests the damage may have been more significant. After purchase, I discovered the rear seatbelt did not work and required interior panels to be removed and replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-sliding-door-electrical","label":"Rear power sliding door electrical fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715184","quote_1_text":"As prior reported I am the owner of a 2024 Chrysler Pacifica that has a known safety defect in the rear sliding doors that is impossible to disable. This issue also cases parasitic draw strain on the battery that can completely disable the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11713523","quote_2_text":"Rear sliding doors have an electrical issue that can cause a warning that the door is open to be displayed on the drivers information screen while the vehicle is in gear, and being driven","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2024,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2024-steering-dead-zone","label":"Steering response dead zone at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686546","quote_1_text":"We purchased our 2024 Pacifica Pinnacle AWD new in July of 2024. The vehicle currently has 9,600 miles on it, and the issue has been present since it was new","quote_2_odi":"11686548","quote_2_text":"The steering acts like there is a dead zone between 11 and 1 o'clock when turning the wheel, where nothing happens. Once the vehicle finally reacts to the driver's inputs, it causes the car to jerk from side to side","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2025-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Delayed repair of driver-side curtain airbag recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743128","quote_1_text":"We purchased a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica in September 2025. In October, 2025 we begin to receive Urgent Safety Recall notifications regaring Driver Side Curtain Air Bag","quote_2_odi":"11746165","quote_2_text":"My local dealer, Dan Deery Motors, Waterloo, Iowa, said these airbag repairs are on a waiting list which is now over a year out! Which means I'll be driving with faulty airbags for at least a year! This is simply not acceptable! Is it?","quote_3_odi":"11752495","quote_3_text":"Manufacturer and dealer failed to remediate safety recall after seven weeks under the pretense that the dealer is not authorized to order more than 2 parts every 7 days. But I am not aware of a federal, state, nor county regulation establishing such restriction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2025-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713542","quote_1_text":"At 9,000 miles the check engine light came on. We took the van to the dealership and there was metal in the engine and the engine needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11706198","quote_2_text":"While driving off from an intersection, the van abruptly stalled forcing other cars to honk at me as I rolled from 45 mph to a stop at a curb","quote_3_odi":"11754164","quote_3_text":"On Saturday July 25th, while driving at 70 mph on the highway, my van lost the ability to accelerate or maintain velocity. There was no warning or indication that this was going to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2025-hv-electrical-system-fault","label":"High-voltage electrical system warning light cascade","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655878","quote_1_text":"Issue Timeline: • [XXX] (944 miles): Check engine light code P1A01 (high voltage electrical system). Vehicle serviced at dealership; issue unresolved","quote_2_odi":"11659932","quote_2_text":"[XXX]- bought new 2025 Chrysler Pacifica w/ 29 mi at Troncalli Chrysler Dodge Jeep (TCDJ). [XXX]- 1st time -I was driving the car when it made a “clunk” sound when turning left. All the lights on the dashboard came on and the ABS system turned off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2025,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Pacifica","model_slug":"pacifica","cluster_id":"pacifica-2025-unintended-accel-brake-fail","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure to stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672758","quote_1_text":"The contact rented a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH with the adaptive cruise control mode activated, the message \"Adaptive Cruise Control Off\" was displayed, and the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11718312","quote_2_text":"On two separate long trips (over 4,000 miles total in recent months), the adaptive cruise control system has failed while driving on the freeway. This is the most dangerous situation I have ever experienced while driving","quote_3_odi":"11744597","quote_3_text":"The contact rented a 2025 Chrysler Pacifica. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/chrysler/pacifica","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10845564","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION AT 35 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10836922","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" AFTER STARTING THE CAR THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON WHEN SOMEONE IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"10384522","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH WHEN SHE DROVE OVER ICE AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-clutch-assembly-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch assembly failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10563807","quote_1_text":"PROBLEMS WITH HARD CLUTCH WHICH MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE AND THE CLOCKSPRING WHICH BOTH ARE KNOWN ISSUES WITH THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10461317","quote_2_text":"2009 PT CRUISER WITH 53,000 MILES WAS INFORMED BY DEALER THAT HYDRAULIC CLUTCH ASSEMBLY IS NOT RELEASING CAUSING HARD SHIFTING","quote_3_odi":"10402114","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE CLUTCH WAS ENGAGED, THE GEAR SELECTOR WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO SHIFT IN AND OUT OF GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical stall with warning light and gauge malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10807543","quote_1_text":"AFTER STARTING AND RUNNING NORMALLY FOR ABOUT 20 MINUTES, THE VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO EXHIBIT ELECTRICAL ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"10617339","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WILL JUST STOP, THE GAUGES WILL FLICKER ON AND OFF AND THE GAS GAUGE WILL DROP TO EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"10959949","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, THE GAUGE READINGS FLUCTUATED, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle and webbing failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11015569","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT IS TORN. THE STITCHING UNRAVELED FROM THE BELT PART WHICH GOES ACROSS THE CHEST","quote_2_odi":"10864615","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR SEAT BELTS WERE FRACTURED","quote_3_odi":"10660159","quote_3_text":"SEAT BELT WOULDN'T UNLOCK COULDN'T GET OUT OF CAR. I WAS LOCKED IN. SOMEONE HAD TO OPEN DOOR FROM OUTSIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-seat-switch-failure","label":"Driver seat switch and adjustment mechanism failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11623583","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the front driver's side seat erroneously rolled backwards, and the driver was unable to reach the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"10865311","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER'S SEAT SWITCH BEZEL FRACTURED AND RESULTED IN EXPOSED WIRING","quote_3_odi":"10376869","quote_3_text":"FOR 2009 PT CRUISER I CALLED THE CHRYSLER STORE REQUIRING ABOUT RECALLS ON THE SIDE PLASTIC PIECE WERE YOUR AUTOMATIC SEAT ADJUSTMENTS ARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-suspension-bushing-wear","label":"Front suspension control arm bushing wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10787013","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE NEW IN MARCH 2009. IN AUGUST 2012 HAD TO HAVE BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS REPLACED - WITH ONLY 3 YEARS AND 9,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10379522","quote_2_text":"CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS ARE BAD. NOW THE CONTROL ARM HITS THE SUBFRAME WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR WOBBLES AT ALL SPEEDS AND PULLS TO THE RIGHT, ONLY 48,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10501452","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A LOUD NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-tpms-valve-stem-failure","label":"TPMS sensor and valve stem failure","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11001939","quote_1_text":"WHEEL SENSOR /AIR VALVE BLEW OUT OF WHEEL ITSELF ON THE INTERSTATE 79 @ 70 MPH ; OBVIOUSLY LOST ALL AIR SUDDENLY ; HAVE HEARD OF THIS PROBLEM FROM ANOTHER PT CRUISE OWNER ; THESE ARE FACTORY INSTALLED WHEEL SENSOR/AIR VALVES","quote_2_odi":"10463240","quote_2_text":"TPMS FAILURES. 3 OUT OF HAVE FAILED SO FAR. THE FIRST OCCURED WHEN I FILLED THE THE TIRE WITH AIR","quote_3_odi":"10377137","quote_3_text":"FAILURE OF ALUMINUM VALVE STEMS ON TPMS SENSORS RESULTING IN RAPID LOSS OF TIRE PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2009-unintended-acceleration","label":"Cruise control unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10408408","quote_1_text":"2009 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. CONSUMER STATES UNINTENDED ACCELERATION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD SURPASS THE SET SPEED, BY 2-3 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10343248","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE SITTING IDLE, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED","quote_3_odi":"10318041","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2009 PT CRUISER, I HAVE ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL, TO FIND THAT IT HAS SURGED AND CAUSED THE CAR TO SPEED UP WITH OUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2010-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Driver airbag warning light or non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11270281","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT MAKES A DING NOISE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THE DRIVERS AIRBAG IS BAD","quote_2_odi":"11244048","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT COME ON AND STAY ON AFTER ALL OTHER LIGHT GO OUT. WHEN THE CAR GETS UP TO 20 MPH MAKES A DING RING SOUND BUT LIGHT STAYS ON","quote_3_odi":"10744212","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A BOULDER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2010-front-suspension-failure","label":"Front wheel bearing and control arm bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2013-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10512934","quote_1_text":"FRONT WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED, MAKING LOUD GROWLING NOISE, ESPECIALLY WITH STEERING WHEEL TURNED ON INTERSTATE CLOVER LEAF EXIT/ENTRANCE RAMPS. INTERNET SEARCH SHOWS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH PT CRUISERS","quote_2_odi":"10512936","quote_2_text":"FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHINGS FAILED ON BOTH SIDES OF CAR. REPORTED BY DEALER REPAIR TECH WHILE REPLACING FAILED HEAD GASKET. BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS REPLACED. DEALER REPORTS ENTIRE CONTROL ARM MUST BE REPLACED WHEN BUSHINGS FAIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2010-intermittent-engine-stall","label":"Intermittent engine stall or hesitation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11096437","quote_1_text":"THERE WERE MANY INSTANCES WHERE THE GAUGES WOULD MOMENTARILY GO TO ZERO, AND ENGINE WOULD ALMOST QUIT, ONLY TO RETURN TO NORMAL WITHIN A SECOND OR 2, IN MOST CASES. ON RARE OCCASION, ENGINE WOULD QUIT, AND NOT RESTART FOR A WHILE, THEN EVERYTHING OK AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10379997","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE AND I SHORTLY NOTICED THAT AFTER THE USUAL 30-35 MPH SPEED, THAT THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE. I CHECKED THE SPEED CONTROL-OFF. CHECKED THE GAS PEDAL-SWINGING FREE. LIFTED THE PEDAL WITH MY SHOE EDGE-NO CHANGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2010-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering stiffness or failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10364179","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STIFF. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT HAD TO APPLY MORE PRESSURE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. ONCE STOPPED, THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING AS NORMAL","quote_2_odi":"10437813","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND TURNING, THE STEERING COLUMN WOULD EMIT A LOUD NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD BECOME DIFFICULT TO MANUEVER","quote_3_odi":"10898636","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, ALL OF THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE ACCELERATION AND POWER STEERING FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"PT Cruiser","model_slug":"pt-cruiser","cluster_id":"pt-cruiser-2010-seat-control-failure","label":"Driver seat control or adjuster failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10429494","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SEAT CONTROL BROKE AND AS A RESULT SHE COULD NOT ADJUST THE SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED FOUR TIMES THAT IT WAS A DESIGN FLAW AND IT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10536915","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER PT CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THE SEAT CONTROL BECAME FRACTURED, CAUSING THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO MOVE AROUND INDEPENDENTLY WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A DEALER, WHO ORDERED AND REPLACED THE CONTROL PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11445348","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Chrysler PT Cruiser. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side seat inadvertently moved forward toward the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/pt-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11307225","quote_1_text":"AIRBAGS LIGHT CAME ON OUTTA NOWHERE, VEHICLE HASN'T BEEN IN A ACCIDENT EITHER","quote_2_odi":"10562317","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HIT BLACK ICE, FLIPPED AND ROLLED A FEW TIMES. NO AIR BAGS WERE DEPLOYED!","quote_3_odi":"10542316","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop or engage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11350869","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND TOOK THE KEYS OUT OF THE IGNITION AND STARTED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL AWAY","quote_2_odi":"10459881","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND APPROACHING A STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL COULD NOT BE PROPERLY DEPRESSED","quote_3_odi":"10328890","quote_3_text":"UNABLE TO STOP 2009 CHRYSLER SEBRING AT A STOPLIGHT AND REAR-ENDED THE SUV IN FRONT OF ME; CAR SHOULD HAVE STOPPED IN TIME BUT BRAKES APPEARED TO LOCK, CAUSING THE CHRYSLER TO \"SKID\" INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-dash-lighting-failure","label":"Dashboard and exterior lighting failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11414866","quote_1_text":"DASH BOARD LIGHTS GO ON AND OFF AND SOMETIMES DOES NOT COME ON AT ALL AND AT NIGHT I AM UNABLE TO SEE HOW FAST I AM GOING WHICH COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT OR A FINE","quote_2_odi":"11353050","quote_2_text":"THE LIGHTS WENT OUT ALOT AND I WOULD GIGGLE THE WIRE TO GET THEM TO FULLY TURN ON","quote_3_odi":"11220220","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY DASH LIGHTS DON'T WORK AND I CAN'T SEE HOW FAST I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT NIGHT TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel system leak and pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11493427","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning","quote_2_odi":"10588137","quote_2_text":"WHEN GAS TANK BECOMES FILLED GAS COME PROJECTING OUT OF GAS TANK FUEL NECK , ABOUT A HALF GALLON OF GAS CAME OUT OF NECK TWICE SO FAR","quote_3_odi":"10486520","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING AN OIL CHANGE PERFORMED, THE MECHANIC INFORMED HIM THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE FUEL TANK, CAUSING A GASOLINE FUEL LEAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-pcm-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Powertrain control module stall and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11560613","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the transmission was shifted to drive (D), and the vehicle lost motive power","quote_2_odi":"10672567","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_3_odi":"10353855","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH THE SAFETY SENSORS AND WARNING LIGHTS GOING OFF. THE CAR LOSES POWER AND STALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-steering-rack-pinion-noise","label":"Steering rack and pinion noise and stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10875762","quote_1_text":"NOISE IN FRONT END. RACK AND PINION STEERING. BEEN HEARING THIS FOR A FEW YEARS","quote_2_odi":"10668038","quote_2_text":"STEERING IS EXTREMELY TIGHT AND UNABLE TO TURN, RACK AND PINIONS ARE DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"10916118","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT YESTERDAY.THE BRAKES LOCKED UP ON ME.THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED & GOT STUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2009,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2009-tpms-valve-stem-failure","label":"TPMS sensor and valve stem failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2013-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10553655","quote_1_text":"THE TPMS SENSOR FAILED AND WHEN IT DID IT CRACKED IN HALF RELEASING ALL TIRE PRESSURE THROUGH THE BROKEN VALVE LUCKILY MY WIFE HAD ALREADY PARKED THE CAR WOULD SHE HAD BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"10401287","quote_2_text":"VALVE STEM BROKEN WHNE CHECKING PRESSURE","quote_3_odi":"10372134","quote_3_text":"ALL FOUR TPS VALVE STEMS LEAK AND CAUSE ALL FOUR TIRES TO GO FLAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10524403","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A ROCK IN THE ROAD, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH, AND ROLLED OVER","quote_2_odi":"10606052","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE ANOTHER CAR HIT THE PASSENGER SIDE AND ONLY THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED. THE CRASH WAS BAD ENOUGH WHERE THE OTHER AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. I SUFFERED INJURIES TO MY BACK, NECK AND ARMS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10503054","quote_1_text":"BRAKES FAILED CAUSING SINGLE VEHICLE COLLISION WITH LIGHT POLE","quote_2_odi":"11210361","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL MULTIPLE TIMES TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE AT SLOW SPEEDS TO HIS RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-control-module-stall","label":"Control module failure with engine stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10936522","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING CONVERTIBLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT WAS UNABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED DUE TO A PCM FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10885655","quote_2_text":"CAR WENT DEAD ON ROAD DUE TO A BAD TOTAL INTERGRATED POWER MODULE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10733613","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND EXITED. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE","quote_2_odi":"10461652","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING TOURING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE STEERING WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN AND EMITTED A CLICKING NOISE. SMOKE ALSO EMITTED FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND WITHIN A SECOND, THE FRONT END WAS ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-etc-loss-of-power","label":"Electronic throttle control light with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10916002","quote_1_text":"ETC LIGHT COMES ON AND VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE IT HAPPENS WHEN I START THE VEHICLE WHEN I DRIVE IT HAPPENS CONSTANTLY I TOOK VEHICLE TO CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WA THE THROTTLE BODY PAID 800 DOLLARS STILL HAVE THE ETC AND SAME ISSUE HAPPENING","quote_2_odi":"10654051","quote_2_text":"THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WILL TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AT 65 MPH. WITHOUT NOTICE THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT ILLUMINATE AND THE CAR DECELERATED FROM 65MPH TO 35MPH. THIS DECELERATION ALMOST CAUSE THE CAR FOLLOWING TO ALMOST REAR-END MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-steering-rack-pinion-failure","label":"Steering rack and pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10926501","quote_1_text":"IGINATION ISSUES MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKS ON ME. I HAVE TO SIT FOR AT LEAST 5 MINS BEFORE I CAN TURN THE KEY TO START MY CAR. AS IN DRIVING MY CAR ACTS AS IF IT WANTS TO STOP WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10551281","quote_2_text":"2010 CHRYSLER SEBRING. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RACKING PINION PROBLEMS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10995150","quote_1_text":"HAS HAD A RECALL SINCE 9/2016 PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10994622","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG RECALL SEP 2016 HASN'T BEEN FIXED, REMEDY PART NOT AVAILABLE AND ITS JUNE 2017","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Sebring","model_slug":"sebring","cluster_id":"sebring-2010-wiper-module-malfunction","label":"Windshield wiper malfunction from control module","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10649168","quote_1_text":"WIPERS HAVE A MIND OF THEIR OWN. SOMETIMES THEY JUST QUIT WORKING DURING A RAIN STORM AND OTHER TIMES THEY CHANGE SPEED ON THEIR OWN AND OTHER TIMES THEY STOP RIGHT IN YOUR FIELD OF VISION DURING A RAIN STORM","quote_2_odi":"10725758","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK, MY CHRYSLER SEABRINGS WINDSHIELD WIPERS STARTED MOVING ON THEIR OWN. AT FIRST IT WAS MAYBE ONCE . AFTER A COUPLE OF DAYS THEY STOPPED WORKING COMPLETELY. NOT HAVING WORKING WINDSHIELD WIPERS IN FLORIDA IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE IT PRETTY MUCH RAINS EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/chrysler/sebring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2011-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":773,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11685104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the ABS module and Service Brake warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the gear shift indicator also failed to operate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11547859","quote_2_text":"The ABS light, Traction light, and Brake light all come on and simultaneously. I've been told that the ABS Module is bad and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11359934","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKES RR WILL LOCK WHILE DRIVING IN THE HWY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":773,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11416168","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, A VEHICLE WAS T-BONED BY WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION WHICH PROPELLED THE VEHICLE INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE HEAD ON. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11206587","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN TWO ACCIDENTS AND THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ELECTRICAL FOR THE TRUNK AND WINDOWS DO NOT WORK, AND THE DOOR ELECTRICAL IS A FIRE HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"11537527","quote_3_text":"On 4/9/12 I was involved in a serious accident that resulted in my daughter obtaining a severe traumatic brain. She was in critical condition and is now severely disabled. The back curtain airbags did not protect her and did not appear to work properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2011-engine-cylinder-oil-leak","label":"Cylinder misfire and engine oil cooler leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":773,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11441892","quote_1_text":"There is a problem with the engine oil cooler leaking oil on the engine creating a smell of oil burning which is not good to breathe, plus the danger of the engine catching on fire. I am filing this report on 11/28/2021","quote_2_odi":"11120157","quote_2_text":"AT 103,XXX MILES, MY VAN'S ENGINE SEIZED UP ON OUR WAY TO OUR WEDDING. I TOOK IT TO A CHRYSLER CERTIFIED MECHANIC IN WEST BRANCH, IOWA, AND WAS TOLD MY CONNECTING RODS BUSTED APART. THE ENGINE HAD PLENTY OF OIL IN IT AND THE ENGINE DID NOT OVERHEAT","quote_3_odi":"11258145","quote_3_text":"MY VAN WITHOUT WARNING STARTED RUNNING ROUGHT IN DRIVE, SHAKING, ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON BLINKING FAST TOOK IT TO MECHANIC. IT SHOWS ALL CYCLINDERS HAVE SEVERE MISFIRING ISSUES. THEY CAN NOT FIGURE OUT WHY AND TOLD ME TO TAKE TO CHRYSLER DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2011-sliding-door-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":773,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11446143","quote_1_text":"Rear sliding door lock actuator has failed and is stuck in locked position. It is impossible to open the door from inside or out using either manual or electric opener. This is dangerous as this door can no longer be used in case of emergency or accident","quote_2_odi":"11307823","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF MY CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY HAS SUDDENLY SEIZED AND REFUSES TO OPEN. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM AND IT APPEARS TO BE A FAULTY ACTUATOR. IN MY RESEARCH I FOUND MANY OTHERS WITH SIMILAR PROBLEMS AND THOUGHT IT A SAFETY CONCERN","quote_3_odi":"11591140","quote_3_text":"Unknown what part is at fault. The automatic sliding doors will open fully and then immediately close. The feature that is supposed to make the doors stop when they detect something does not activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2011,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2011-tipm-stall-no-start","label":"TIPM/fuel pump relay stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":141,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":773,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11719679","quote_1_text":"The tipm fuel pump relay is faulty causing the car to start intermittently. It also stalled on a main road without any warning with my kids in the car. Luckily I was able to put the flashers on and drift to the side and others were able to get around without any accident","quote_2_odi":"11482744","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will crank but not start. This happened intermittently at first but is now a consistent issue. Through research I discovered that this is a common TIPM issue on this year Chrysler/Jeep/Dodge vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11279337","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING OUR 2011 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY LTD. ON A CITY STREET, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER WHICH ALMOST CAUSED US TO HAVE A SEVERE ACCIDENT AS THERE WAS TRAFFIC RON FRONT OF AND BEHIND US.. BECAUSE OF THIS, WE LOST POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-blind-spot-detection","label":"Blind spot detection system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11191164","quote_1_text":"THE BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM STOPPED WORKING. THE CAUSE IS A DEFECTIVE SENSOR THAT SHORTS OUT DUE TO WATER INFILTRATION","quote_2_odi":"11193382","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE BLIND SPOT DETECTION FAILED. LOCATED IN WHEEL WELL. HOUSING WAS CORODED, DIRT, SAND ,& WATER DAMAGE INSIDE CORRODED WIRES. COST TO REPAIR / REPLACE <$1000","quote_3_odi":"11309591","quote_3_text":"THE BLIND SPOT DETECTION SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING AGAIN. THIS WAS REPAIRED ON MAY 12, 2017 FOR A COST OF $1409.84 AND HAS FAILED AGAIN. THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAINT TO NHTSA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-engine-mechanical-failures","label":"Engine mechanical component failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11699337","quote_1_text":"Catalytic converter is reported to me as needing to be replaced. Check Engine light came on which indicated this error. It’s only at 84k miles","quote_2_odi":"11446891","quote_2_text":"The bearings in the rockers went bad and allowed the rockers to make contact with the camshafts. The camshafts are bad and the rockers are bad. There is metal in the oil system now","quote_3_odi":"11404572","quote_3_text":"I HAD THE FOLLOWING REPLACED IN JUNE 2020: 6 SPARK PLUGS, 6 BOOTS, AND AN INTAKE GASKET SET. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS STILL ON AND IT IS STILL READING #2 MISFIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-seat-belt-headrest","label":"Seat belt and active head restraint malfunctions","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11595807","quote_1_text":"Driver's seat active headrest deployed while vehicle was in motion with cruise control set at 35 MPH. Loud bang accompanied by the headrest hitting the driver in the back of the head causing the driver to jerk the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11485825","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELT FASTNER IS COMING APART ON DRIVERS SIDE. NOT ALLOWING FOR SMOOTH BUCKLING. THE SEAT BELT HOLDER IS COMING APART AND MUST BE SNAPPED BACK TOGETHER IN ORDER FOR SEAT BELT TO SECURELY FIT","quote_3_odi":"11397416","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S SEAT BELT THAT IS ANCHORED TO THE SEAT (OR CAR FRAME?) ON THE LEFT SIDE OF DRIVER CAME OUT WHEN DRIVER TURNED TO LOOK OVER SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-sliding-door-liftgate","label":"Sliding door and power liftgate mechanism failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11310553","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF FROM THE TOP TRACK WHEN OPENED WITH BUTTON. THE DOOR WAS HANGING. CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A NYC STREET","quote_2_odi":"11538107","quote_2_text":"The driver's side sliding door became inoperable suddenly. The locking mechanism was stuck in the locked position and would not release via key, manual, fob, or buttons. A buzzing noise occurred when trying to lock or unlock","quote_3_odi":"11322523","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN PARK AND THE POWER LIFTGATE MALFUNCTIONED, SLAMMED SHUT AND LOCKED ON POINTER FINGER CRUSHING MY DIGITAL NERVE. THE LIFTGATE MALFUNCTIONED TWO YEARS PREVIOUS TO THIS INCIDENT AND WAS REPAIRED BY THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":111,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11699567","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly shuts off while driving. No warning lights are illuminated. Shutoff can occur at any speed and causes loss of power steering, braking etc. Shutdown requires immediate pull off to the side of the road. Once key is turned off and back on, car restarts","quote_2_odi":"11753587","quote_2_text":"The ignition switch AKA WIN MODULE has to be broken, making it extremely dangerous to drive my vehicle. Any time I go over a bump or the key wiggles slightly the car will turn right off and I lose full control over the car","quote_3_odi":"11630452","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 140,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2012,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2012-transmission-powertrain","label":"Transmission and powertrain failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":634,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11522076","quote_1_text":"The Flexplate/Flywheel cracks every 4 years for us, this is our second repair same part. Dealership says now there is a reinforcement plate","quote_2_odi":"11350355","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2012 CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY. ITS STARTED INTERMITTENTLY NOT SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. I CAN SHUT IT OFF AND TURN IT BACK ON THEN IT WILL WORK. SOMETIMES I HAVE TO RESTART IT A FEW TIMES BEFORE IT WILL WORK","quote_3_odi":"11309316","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION ON THIS VEHICLE HAS STARTED SLIPPING AT 94000 MILES. I NOTICED IT HAPPENS WHEN TAKING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illuminating unexpectedly","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11603032","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring harness underneath the seat had fractured, which could cause the air bags not to deploy during a crash","quote_2_odi":"11266647","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS ON AND STAYS ON FOR MOST OF THE TIME WHILE DRIVING SOMETIMES SHUTS OFF AND THEN IN A FEW MINUTES TURNS BACK ON THIS HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"11277804","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG STAYS ON.HAD IT CHECKED AN RESET.CAME BACK ON DAY LATER.CAN BE IN MOTION OR PARKED ON MY CARPORT.NOT ON RECALL LIST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2013-engine-transmission","label":"Check engine light, oil leaks, and transmission faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11297281","quote_1_text":"OIL FILTER HOUSING / OIL FILTER ADAPTER - OIL LEAK OIL LEAKS ONTO ENGINE DUE TO FAULTY DESIGN ON ALL 2011 - 2014 TOWN & COUNTRY MODELS. THE ONLY FIX IS REPLACEMENT OF THE ADAPTER HOUSING WHICH IS 4 HOURS LABOR AND ROUGHLY $150 PART FROM DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11277436","quote_2_text":"I KEEP GETTING THE SAME MISFIRE CODES 0306 0303. I'VE CHANGED COILS AND SPARKPLUGS AND STILL, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON","quote_3_odi":"11507028","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH he noticed that the \"check engine\" warning was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the oil pressure sensor and the oil housing needed to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2013-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying without collision or cause","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11678603","quote_1_text":"The driver side headrest airbag deployed. No one was hurt, this was a replacement recall part from December 2023. This was supposed to be safe, what if I was driving my family and friends around and this happened?","quote_2_odi":"11531197","quote_2_text":"Just driving down the road and passenger head rest just exploded hitting my 17 year old son in the back of his head. no impact or collision just normal driving","quote_3_odi":"11375822","quote_3_text":"PARTS IN THE HEADREST BREAK AND HEADREST POPPED FORWARD HITTING DRIVER AND PASSENGER IN BACK OF THE HEAD THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONERY ONE TIME THE SECOND TIME IT WAS MOVING ON A RURAL HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2013-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door failing to latch, open, or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11633488","quote_1_text":"The rear drivers side sliding door no longer functions. The issue began when the door would intermittently make a buzzing sound but would not open or close. Shortly after, the door continued the first issue but also began pulsating when it actually would open","quote_2_odi":"11447203","quote_2_text":"Both power sliding doors are malfunctioning. The will not close when using the remote on the key fob or the buttons inside the cabin. There is also no visual (lights) or sound signal alerting us to the failure of the door operation","quote_3_odi":"11253819","quote_3_text":"OUR PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR OFTEN DOESN'T LATCH SHUT AND WILL ALSO OPEN AT RANDOM SOMETIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2013,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2013-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":680,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11731121","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will be started and running and shut off. Driving down the road and all of the electrical shuts off, stops running and no gages work. You have to put the vehicle in N and restart. This is extremely dangerous as you never know when it will happen","quote_2_odi":"11713826","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed, 65mph, the 2013 Town and Country shut down. The dash instruments and all internal lighting shut off, the radio shut off and the blower fan for heat shut off","quote_3_odi":"11527470","quote_3_text":"Ignition WIN module turns off while driving. Causes loss off power to the van while moving. Very dangerous! Chyrsler Town & Country has already issued a recall for this problem on 2009 & 2010 models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-charging-area-electrical","label":"Electrical fire near rear charging outlet","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11701442","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the charging port located between the 2nd and 3rd row seating on the driver’s side caught on fire","quote_2_odi":"11458872","quote_2_text":"The car was turned on and 3 children were getting buckled in both rear rows of the vehicle. Within seconds the cabin was filling with smoke. An electrical fire had started from the rear charging area which is located next to the second row drivers side seat","quote_3_odi":"11423362","quote_3_text":"Charge Hub mounted between trim panel on drivers side between second row and third row seat burned. I parked and smoke started rolling in van. Strong burning smell","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-cylinder-head-misfire","label":"Cylinder head misfire on 3.6L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11625123","quote_1_text":"The cylinder 4 misfires. A leak down test was done by a mechanic and it failed. The entire cylinder head will have to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11405349","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE IN MY CHRYSLER TOWN & COUNTRY MINIVAN, 3,6L ENGINE, DEVELOPED A SERIOUS \"MISS\" CAUSING POWER LOSS AND VIOLENT VIBRATION WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED TO BE A MISSFIRE IN CYLINDER #2","quote_3_odi":"11405354","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING ABNORMALLY, AND LOSS MOTIVE POWER. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11741132","quote_1_text":"While parked, the headrest on the driver side exploded causing my head to be forced forward abruptly and painfully. There was no warning before this happened. Had I been driving, I may have crashed and caused injury to myself and others","quote_2_odi":"11718414","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the driver reached the back seat area, and the front driver's seat headrest erroneously exploded. During the incident, the driver sustained a mild concussion","quote_3_odi":"11634965","quote_3_text":"The active headrest on the driver's seat malfunctioned and deployed while the car was parked in my driveway. I have seen reports where there has happened while driving and has caused concussions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11600602","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, and once while stopped at a red traffic light, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","quote_2_odi":"11484226","quote_2_text":"We have had several instances where the car, while driving, just shuts off and have lost braking and control. I am pretty sure this is due to a faulty ignition switch","quote_3_odi":"11453921","quote_3_text":"While traveling at highway speed 65 MPH when the engine and electrical went off without warning, causing all lights, in and out to go off, power steering to be lost and I'm sure power brakes to be compromised","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing leak on 3.6L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11635727","quote_1_text":"Failure of engine oil filter housing - engine leaking oil If the engine fails, the vehicle could stop in traffic thereby putting the driver and passengers at risk of injury from other traffic","quote_2_odi":"11423905","quote_2_text":"Oil leak from defective adapter/housing. Oil continuously leaks even shortly after being repaired due to bad product design on the 3.6L Pentastar V6 engine","quote_3_odi":"11400373","quote_3_text":"NOTICED ENGINE OIL LEAKING (UNKNOWN WHEN IT STARTED). INITIALLY THOUGH IT MAY HAVE BEEN OIL SPILLED WHEN CHANGING OIL. IT TURNS OUT THE OIL IS LEAKING FORM FILTER HOUSING (ALSO INCLUDES ENGINE OIL COOLER)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-sliding-door-heat-latch","label":"Power sliding door fails to latch in hot weather","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11690505","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side sliding door failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the alarm activated, and the sliding door seemed as if it would open","quote_2_odi":"11573500","quote_2_text":"When vehicle is exposed to consistent sunlight and heat during the spring/summer months, the driver's side power sliding door will not latch properly, causing the door to repeatedly try to latch itself shut","quote_3_odi":"11417616","quote_3_text":"On warm days, the sliding door on driver's side will not latch when it closes. The door constantly tries to latch shut","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-sliding-door-lock-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock or actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11479525","quote_1_text":"The rear passenger-side sliding door actuator failed forcing the door in a locked position. Because of this failure the door was entirely unusable and could not be opened or unlocked in any ways from inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11504425","quote_2_text":"The lock on right sliding door is in a locked position and you can not open the door. The electronic lock actuator failed and the manual lock lever is stuck in locked position","quote_3_odi":"11485241","quote_3_text":"Right side passenger door will not open even when unlocked by push button or by pulling on handle. Can only exit side left side door, the traffic side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2014,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission valve body or pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":636,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11656044","quote_1_text":"The transmission failed. There were no lights on on the dash, vehicle started making a whining noise and within 12 hrs of the onset the transmission started to fail","quote_2_odi":"11631469","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was built in April 2014 and now has a transmission pump failure. Vehicles built between January and April 2014 were recalled","quote_3_odi":"11511404","quote_3_text":"Transmission slippage…… Engine light on highlighting problems and cylinders.. transmission overheating and not working.. this is happened three times the most recent time was yesterday and two days earlier","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-engine-shutoff","label":"Engine shutoff while driving with loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11544982","quote_1_text":"We have had multiple times when we are driving, and our vehicle shuts off and we lose power steering and power brakes. When the van does come to a stop, we are able to restart it and continue on. There is no warning that the van is going to shut off, it just does it","quote_2_odi":"11555962","quote_2_text":"Several times over the past few weeks the van has just shut off while driving. This has happened at low speeds and at city driving speeds. The engine just completely shuts off and the van loses power brakes/steering/acceleration with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11376487","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS RUNNING PERFECTLY AT 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY AND ENGINE CUT OFF WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR INDICATION OF POOR OPERATION, RESULTING IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND LOSS POWER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11616990","quote_1_text":"Minivan was parked in our driveway and we heard a loud bang. The driver side headrest had spontaneously sprung open. Van has never been in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11590011","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway and there was a loud bang and something hit me in the back of my head. It felt like something was thrown and me with significant force from behind","quote_3_odi":"11603535","quote_3_text":"I parked my car in the driveway, turned off the engine and exited the vehicle. Before I closed the driver's side door, the front right headrest went off like the vehicle was in an accident. The corresponding air bag did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing and oil cooler leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11716376","quote_1_text":"Plastic oil filter housing leaking oil causing check engine light to come on. P06DD oil pressure code for not changing to high pressure. Common problem with 3.6L engine. Can lead to engine failure. Failed housing needs to be replaced with upgraded aluminum housing","quote_2_odi":"11635498","quote_2_text":"The seals in the oil cooler adapter failed. Began leaking oil from the top of the motor down onto the exhaust. This could easily cause a fire when the oil drips onto a hot exhaust","quote_3_odi":"11626694","quote_3_text":"Two blocks from home my Pentastar oil filter housing & cooler line broke and there was oil all over and the car stalled just before my driveway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-rocker-arm-ticking","label":"Engine ticking from rocker arm and camshaft wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11637260","quote_1_text":"There is a loud ticking noise coming from the engine. A mechanic said it’s a rocket arm failure. He said there are problems with them and were recalled in 2014","quote_2_odi":"11631115","quote_2_text":"The engine developed a ticking noise. From what I have found, there are defective rocker arms in the engine. Eventually, they will fail and cause complete engine failure which can occur at any time, even when driving at high speeds","quote_3_odi":"11553346","quote_3_text":"Check engine light came on and vehicle began to surge. Acceleration was unpredictable. It wouldn't accelerate properly and then would surge forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-sliding-door-locks","label":"Sliding door lock actuator and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11576538","quote_1_text":"Passenger rear sliding door on my 2015 Chrysler Town and Country will not unlock with the remote. This happens all the time and has become a great concern as it causes not only frustration for me but has caused stress for my grand children thinking they are stuck in the vehicle!","quote_2_odi":"11430385","quote_2_text":"The passenger side sliding door will not latch closed in hot weather. It continuously tries to close but doesn’t latch. This has been happening for years. Now it is starting to do this while driving when the door is not even being opened or closed","quote_3_odi":"11577536","quote_3_text":"Sliding door actuators failed on both sliding doors. driver side sliding door is stuck shut. There is a TSB for this for the same model year, but only for vehicles built after May 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2015,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-and-country-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11619229","quote_1_text":"On interstate 95 I was on the on ramp and tried to accelerate and merge onto the highway the rpms went way up and the vehicle slowed down and has no acceleration leaving me in the path of a tractor trailer who honked his horn and barely missed me","quote_2_odi":"11612441","quote_2_text":"i was driving and all of a sudden my 2015 town and country was shifting erratically then the transmission had no drive all RPMS kept going up but no movement there needs to be a recall for these 62te transmissions there are so many complaints about these transmissions failing","quote_3_odi":"11499790","quote_3_text":"Similar to NHTSA Campaign ID: 16V461000 While driving the van at highway speed, there was a sudden failure of the automatic transmission leading to lack of fwd/reverse motion control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-country-2016-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":521,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745460","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road, 30mph, driver side head rest deployed, hitting me in the back of the head.","quote_2_odi":"11610672","quote_2_text":"Found the front passenger seat headrest activated and separated from the frame after entering the parked vehicle. Unable to reset the headrest. It appears that the plastic frame that holds a silver locking bar broke. There was no rear end damage or known collision from the rear…","quote_3_odi":"11438816","quote_3_text":"The headrest came apart while car was parked and turned off. If the driver was behind the wheel when this happen, there is a good possibality it may have cause the driver to have an accident. The car have been to a service center to check about replacing it. There was no warning…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-country-2016-electrical-stall-shutdown","label":"Sudden electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":521,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11458497","quote_1_text":"AT A STOPLIGHT THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY QUITS .. TOTALLY ..PUT IN PARK RESTART OK. THE VEHICLES AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE CONTROL PANEL AT THE END OF THE \"P R N D \" COMES ON WITH AN ALARM. IT REQUIRES ALL ELECTRONICS IE CLOCK TO BE RESET. HAVE NOT EXPERIENCED AT ANY OTHER SPEED EXCEPT…","quote_2_odi":"11469007","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally lost motive power without warning. The contact stated that the failure occurred occasionally while driving or while idling. The contact stated that the vehicle would restart after…","quote_3_odi":"11614603","quote_3_text":"The van cut off while driving twice in one day. Took van to have battery, starter and alternator checked and all was find.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-country-2016-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Plastic oil filter housing leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":521,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11631698","quote_1_text":"Oil filter housing leaks is made out of cheap plastic and failed. Leaking oil can make roads slick and cause accidents and is a fire hazard to vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11624843","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic for transmission replacement, the contact was informed that the plastic oil filter housing had melted. The contact was informed that the oil filter housing…","quote_3_odi":"11576872","quote_3_text":"Chrysler is aware that they have a faulty engine oil filter adapter in many of their automobiles but are refusing to do a recall to address the issue. Mine finally began leaking just a couple drops on the cement no warning light. Brought it into the shop and was confirmed that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-country-2016-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door lock actuator and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":521,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11705879","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s and driver’s side sliding doors failed to remotely latch properly. The contact had to manually slam the rear sliding doors for the doors to latch securely. The vehicle was taken to…","quote_2_odi":"11622446","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that the locking mechanism of the driver's side rear sliding door had failed and the door could not be opened remotely or manually. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or…","quote_3_odi":"11460405","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the warning indicating the passenger side sliding door was unlocked had displayed and the ceiling light would remain illuminated. On several occasions while driving, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2016,"make":"Chrysler","make_slug":"chrysler","model":"Town and Country","model_slug":"town-and-country","cluster_id":"town-country-2016-transmission-pump-failure","label":"Transmission pump failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":521,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11720955","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Chrysler Town and Country. The contact stated that while driving and while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle unexpectedly slipped out of gear with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was…","quote_2_odi":"11718890","quote_2_text":"Transmission pump failure leading to sudden power loss. This is a known problem with 2015-16 Chrysler Town & Country's and there is a recall out for it (Chrysler:S44, NHTSA: 16V461000). However my VIN does not appear in the recall registry, despite being manufactured right in…","quote_3_odi":"11663749","quote_3_text":"I purchased a used 2016 Chrysler Town & Country in February 2017 at 33,000 miles. At 77,000 miles, the transmission failed and had to be replaced, just beyond the 65,000-mile warranty. The second transmission has now failed again just beyond 100,000 miles. In addition to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/chrysler/town-and-country","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/chrysler"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10949882","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 TO 40 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10936467","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE T- BONED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-brake-failure","label":"Service brake grinding and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10820210","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE ROTORS AND PADS HAD TO BE REPLACED TWICE PER YEAR","quote_2_odi":"10652905","quote_2_text":"WHEN I GO TO BRAKE FROM SPEEDS OF 25 MPH AND UP, THE CAR STARTS SHAKING VIOLENTLY. I HAVE TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL SLOWLY AND HOLDS THE STEERING WHEEL STRONGER TO COUNTER THE SHAKING AND NOT LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11154239","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SHORTLY AFTER THE CONTACT BEGAN DRIVING ON THE ROAD. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10809739","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LOST POWER AND REMAINED POWERLESS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-etc-stalling","label":"Electronic throttle control stalling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11206697","quote_1_text":"2010 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH. *LD *JS","quote_2_odi":"10926398","quote_2_text":"ETC (ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL) HAS CAUSE MY CAR TO BE OUT OF OPERATION TWICE IN THE PAST MONTH ALONE. I HAD THE CAR REPAIRED AND IT IS ALREADY BROKEN AGAIN WITHIN A MONTHS TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-steering-rack-pinion","label":"Steering rack and pinion noise and leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10546505","quote_1_text":"RACK AND PINION I WAS PROGRESSING DOWN HILL. WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP IN FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE. THE POPPING GETS MORE FREQUENT AS ONE DRIVES. SO I TOOK THE VEHICLE HOME","quote_2_odi":"10638897","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE STEERING SHAFT WAS LEAKING FLUID AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11013089","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THIS HAS NOT BEEN RECTIFIED YET. I KEEP CHECKING THE STATUS OF THE RECALL AND IT SAYS REMEDY NOT AVAILABLE YET. I HAVE GRAND KIDS I DRIVE AROUND SO SAFETY IS EXTRA IMPORTANT TO ME. PLEASE ADVISE","quote_2_odi":"10953954","quote_2_text":"HAS A RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE WITH NO REMEDY WAS TOLD BY DODGE DEALER SHIP THAT THERE IS NO REMEDY AND ITS UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-tpms-corrosion","label":"Tire pressure sensor corrosion and flats","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10780875","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TIRES BEGAN TO DEFLATE RAPIDLY. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND OBSERVED THAT THE VALVE STEM SLEEVE WAS CORRODED AND FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"10632716","quote_2_text":"I PARKED THE CAR AND WENT BACK TO IT AND THE FRONT TIRE WAS FLAT, DUE TO THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING) SENSOR HAD CORRODED, CAUSING IT TO BREAK OFF AND THE VALVE STEM TO GO INSIDE THE TIRE AND WHEEL OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2010-trans-stuck-neutral","label":"Transmission shifting to neutral or park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11432583","quote_1_text":"I was reversing out of a parking spot and when I tried to go forward, the car kept wanting to go in reverse. The shifter then became stuck in park and would not move to another gear. I was in the middle of the road now blocking traffic","quote_2_odi":"10807339","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS STUCK IN PARK ON THE GEAR SHIFT USED TROUBLESHOOTING WITH THE PINK THING IN THE CONSOLE TO SHIFT GEARS HOWEVER THE DASHBOARD IS REPORTING THAT THE CAR IS IN NEUTRAL THE CAR WILL NOT DRIVE ANYWHERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-air-bags-failed-to-deploy-in-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10482333","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE. UPON IMPACT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED","quote_2_odi":"10955661","quote_2_text":"20PLUS MILE PER HOUR FRONT END ACCIDENT, POLICE STATEMENT THAT AIR BAGS SHOULD OF DEPLOYED. NO AIRBAGS NO SEAT BELT TENSIONER. DRIVING MY FAULT REAR ENDED A VEHICLE ESTIMATED SPEED 20 PLUS MPH","quote_3_odi":"10463145","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, SHE DROVE THROUGH A STOP LIGHT AND ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11524740","quote_1_text":"Vehicle turns off while driving sometimes starts up sometimes not! Doesn't give a warning replaced multiple things afraid of the car doing it in a turn everything shuts down power steering and everything!","quote_2_odi":"11032612","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SHUT OF WHILE DRIVING THIS HAPPENS MANY TIMES EVEN NOW I CAN'T DRIVE IT BECAUSE I DINT KNOW WHEN IS GOING TO SHUT OF","quote_3_odi":"10780168","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE COMING TO A STOP, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT IT TOOK MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-etc-loss-of-power","label":"Electronic throttle control loss of power","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10819506","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE ETC WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THEN THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SLOW DOWN TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10668261","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ETC WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"10557972","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2011 AVENGER, AND WHENEVER I WOULD GO OVER 2000 RPM MY ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. THEN IT WOULD TURN OFF, THEN IT WOULD COME BACK ON IF I WENT OVER 2000 RPM, AND THEN MY THROTTLE LIGHT WOULD START BLINKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-heater-core-passenger-cold-air","label":"Passenger-side heater/defroster blowing cold air","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11267792","quote_1_text":"WINDOW DEFROST AND PASSENGER HEAT /AIR. WHILE EITHER IN MOTION OR WHILE DRIVING, NO HEATED AIR EXITS THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTER, NOR THE PASSENGER WINDOW DEFROST, LOWER AND CENTER CONSOLE VENTS","quote_2_odi":"11066780","quote_2_text":"NO HEAT ON PASSENGER SIDE. MAKES FOR UNCOMFORTABLE TEMPERATURE AND LACK OF VISIBILITY ON PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11150968","quote_3_text":"HEAT FUNCTIONS PROPERLY ON THE DRIVER SIDE BUT BLOWS COLD AIR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE WINDSHIELD DEFROSTS ON THE DRIVER SIDE BUT DOES NOT DEFROST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-rear-suspension-sway-fishtail","label":"Rear suspension sway or fishtail at speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11308795","quote_1_text":"I AM HAVING BACK SUSPENSION PROBLEMS WHERE THE CAR FISHTAILS BOUNCES YOU FEEL LIKE YOU ARE SHIFTING FROM SIDE TO SIDE AND IT'S ONCE YOU GO OVER 10 MILES AN HOUR IT CAN HAPPEN GOING OVER A SMALL BUMP IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES I'VE HAD TO REPLACE MY ALL MY TIRES THREE TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10748469","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUSPENSION WAS UNSTABLE AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE SWAYED BACK AND FORTH CAUSING A VIBRATION NEAR THE BACK SEATS. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT ANY RATE OF SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10549398","quote_3_text":"WHEN TRAVELING AT 55 OR FASTER THE REAR OF THE CAR SWAYS/BOUNCES SIDEWAYS ON BUMPS IN THE ROAD. THE MORE WEIGHT IN THE BACK SEAT OR TRUNK AREA THE MORE IT SWAYS/BOUNCES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-steering-wheel-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11341028","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY THIS HAS HAPPENED I BELIEVE ATLEAST 3 TIMES NOW, ALL OF A SUDDEN WHILE DRIVING NOT SURE IF A SPECIFIC SPEED BUT I WAS GOING ATLEAST 50 MPH EACH TIME, THE STEERING WHEEL SEEMS TO LOCK UP FOR A GOOD SECOND OR TWO","quote_2_odi":"11243245","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE TRAVELING AT 30 MPH. THE CONTACT HAD TRIED TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL BUT FAILED WHEN THE ACCIDENT OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"11071893","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND THE BRAKE WOULD NOT ENGAGE WHILE THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING. AND THIS HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 4 TIMES WITHIN A COUPLE OF MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2011-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag and seat belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11054426","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10928236","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10979470","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A RECALL ON MY CAR AND THERE IS STILL NO REPAIR AVAILABLE AND I FEEL UNSAFE DRIVING MY VEHICLE WITH MY CHILDREN AS PASSENGERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11513774","quote_1_text":"Was hit from the rear emd amd air bags did not deploy. Back bumper was totally destroyed amd brakes go out fast","quote_2_odi":"11444286","quote_2_text":"Air Bags from Steering Wheel did not deploy in a at fault rear end accident. Driver suffered from neck and back injuries. Problem has not been inspected. No warning lamps","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739856","quote_1_text":"My car dies while im driving down the street, making it difficult to steer and qhen you try to restart it, sometimes it starts and some times it don't. But this is not the first time its happened it was just the latest","quote_2_odi":"11321479","quote_2_text":"ON APRIL 7TH 2020 I WAS DRIVING UP A HILL IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA. WHEN I GOT TO THE PEAK OF THE HILL AND I WENT TO TURN LEFT, THE CAR SHUT OFF AND THERE WAS NO POWER. I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND RESTART THE ENGINE. IT STARTED IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11562756","quote_3_text":"While driving for about 50miles, the electrical system failed, I lost power to the entire vehicle, steering was hard, brakes hard as well. as I pulled over, the car started back up. Next day car drove fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-headrest-inadvertent-deploy","label":"Active head restraint deploys without warning","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11656367","quote_1_text":"The contact called on behalf of her son who owns a 2012 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while her son was exiting a parking lot, upon driving over a speed bump, the passenger’s side head restraint unintendedly deployed. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11330402","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE FRONTAL PASSENGER'S SEAT HEADREST DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED TO CHECK FOR RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11265796","quote_3_text":"ACTIVE HEAD REST DEPLOYED WITHOUT BEING IN AN ACCIDENT. THE PLASTIC THAT HOLDS THE RETAINING PIN BROKE CAUSING THE HEAD REST TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-horn-electrical-short","label":"Horn sounds continuously from steering wheel short","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11325150","quote_1_text":"THE HORN HAS A ELECTRICAL SHORTAGE, WHICH CONTINUES TO HONK, WHILE DRIVING, OR STANDING STILL. YOUR DODGE JEEP CHRYSLER DEALER IN GLENDALE, NOW TELLS ME, THAT THERE IS A SHORT, AND HE KNOWS THAT THE SWITCH IS BAD, AS IT CONTINUES TO HONK WHEN THE HORN IS CONNECTED","quote_2_odi":"11323410","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET, ALL OF SUDDEN MY HORN, STARTS GOING OFF, I TOOK CAR TO MEINEKE SHOP, THEY TOLD ME THE BALANCE INSIDE THE STEERING WHEEL WAS BROKEN, TWO OF THE 3 SPRINGS WERE BROKEN","quote_3_odi":"11486206","quote_3_text":"Was driving and horn just start going off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-passenger-heater-core","label":"Passenger-side heater core blocks heat and defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":111,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699661","quote_1_text":"Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents","quote_2_odi":"11265540","quote_2_text":"DODGE LEFT RESIDUAL MACHINING DEBRIS IN THE AVENGER ENGINE BLOCKS THAT FLOWS WITH COOLANT INTO THE HEATER CORE AND RADIATOR CAUSING THE HEATER CORE TO CLOG UP AND BLOCKS HEAT TO PASSENGER SIDE IN THE WINTER CAUSING UNSAFE OR UNFIT TO OPERATE IN COLD WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"11162991","quote_3_text":"PROBLEM: HEAT DOES NOT COME OUT OF THE PASSENGER SIDE VENT. AFTER A MONTH OR TWO, NO HEAT AT ALL. THE HEATER CORE WAS REPLACED ON THIS PIECE OF JUNK 3 TIMES (WHICH FIXED THE PROBLEM EACH TIME)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2012-transmission-limp-mode","label":"Transmission limp mode or clunking on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":553,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11397713","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 DODGE AVENGER WITH APPROXIMATELY 76200 MILES ON IT. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP LIGHT MY TRANSMISSION MADE A CLUNKING SOUND AND MY VEHICLE WOULD ONLY GO ABOUT 30 MILES PER HOUR BUT THE RPMS BUT JUMP UP TO ABOUT 7000 AND STAY THERE","quote_2_odi":"11389904","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IN LIMP MODE AND WON'T SHIFT GEARS PROPERTY. STARTED AFTER A PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE HAD NO IDEA THAT THIS WAS GOING TO BE A ISSUE UNTIL I HAD IT FOR ABOUT A WEEK AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THEN STARTED THE LIMP MODE AND THEN DRIVING IT IS VERY DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates intermittently","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11420799","quote_1_text":"The air bag light turns on and off while driving, along with a ding, indicating that there is a problem with the air bag","quote_2_odi":"11397874","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON AND OFF MAKING A DINGING NOISE. THERE IS RECALLS FOR VEHICLES THAT ARE THE SAME AS MINE YET FOR SOME REASON MINE IS NOT RECALLED","quote_3_odi":"11405767","quote_3_text":"WHEN I START MY CAR WHICH IS STATIONARY THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON & DINGS (LIKE THE SEATBELT WARNING) IT DINGS LIKE 2 TIMES. THEN AS I DRIVE ON CITY STREETS & HIGHWAYS, WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION THE LIGHT WILL COME ON & GO OFF RANDOMLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2013-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696835","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Avenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the check engine and oil warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11252989","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED NINE TIMES IN THE MIDDLE OF HEAVY TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11258538","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE AVENGER. VEHICLE STALLED HAD TO PULL OVER THE SIDE OF THE ROAD THROTTLE BODY CONTROL THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH , ALL WARNING INDICATORS STARTED TO FLASH, THEN THE VEHICLE STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2013-headrest-deployment","label":"Active headrest inadvertent deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11374189","quote_1_text":"I I WAS SITTING IN THE PARKING LOT OF A GROCERY STORE WHEN THE ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT EXPLODED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HEAD REST. MY VEHICLE WAS NOT MOVING AND THERE WAS NO CONTACT WITH ANY OTHER VEHICLE OR OBJECT","quote_2_odi":"11315966","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR APPROXIMATELY AROUND 15MPH ON A SMOOTH ROAD I HEARD A DISRUPTIVE NOISE AND SAW THAT MY PASSENGER HAD BEEN HIT BY THE ACTIVE HEAD REST WHICH WAS DEPLOYED ALTHOUGH WE WERE NOT IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11245799","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE HEAD RESTRAINT POPPED OPENED AND STRUCK THE OCCUPANT IN THE HEAD WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2013-passenger-heat-defrost","label":"Passenger-side heater blows cold air, no defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11629865","quote_1_text":"Window Defrost and Passenger Heat /Air. While either in motion or while driving, no heated air exits the passenger side of the windshield defroster, nor the passenger window defrost, lower and center console vents","quote_2_odi":"11256842","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT PRESSED THE HEATER BUTTON AND FELT COLD AIR COMING FROM THE VENTS","quote_3_odi":"11268208","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2013 DODGE AVENGER. THE ISSUE IS THAT THE HEAT DOES NOT OPERATE AS EXPECTED. THRU HOURS OF RESEARCH THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE A FAULTY HEATER CORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2013-tipm-electrical-failure","label":"TIPM failure causing random horn activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11613149","quote_1_text":"The TIPM failed causing the car to shut off and not start again. The problem has been confirmed by Upstate Auto","quote_2_odi":"11390218","quote_2_text":"THE LIGHTING INSIDE IS VERY DIM AND SOMETIMES BLINK ON AND OFF WHEN IN DRIVING MOTION. MY HORN STARTS BLOWING ON IT;S ON WITH OUT TOUCHING IT IN DRIVING MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11315347","quote_3_text":"HELLO I'M [XXX] BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE HORN GOING OFF RANDOMLY WHEN CAR IS RUNNING OR OFF SITTING IN DRIVEWAY. WINDOWS GOING UP AND DOWN ON THERE OWN WITH PRESSING THE BUTTON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2014-ahr-deploys-without-collision","label":"Active head restraint deploys without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11320828","quote_1_text":"I WAS MOVING MY SEAT BACK AND THE HEADREST POPPED OUT. THE CLIPS INSIDE BROKE AND IT WON'T GO BACK INTO PLACE. THIS COULD'VE HAPPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING, WHICH IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11339343","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP (STATIONARY) WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND, THE HEADREST ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SNAPPED OPEN JERKING THE DRIVERS HEAD FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"11113179","quote_3_text":"HEAD REST HAS SEPARATED WHILE NOT DRIVING. SINCE THE TIME IT SEPARATED THE AIRBAG LIGHT IN MY CAR WILL NOT GO OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2014-airbags-fail-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10667017","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT BY ANOTHER CAR THAT RAN A STOP SIGN AND NONE OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"10816227","quote_2_text":"HIT A FEW DEER HEAD ON IT TOOK OUT BOTH SIDES AND COMPLETE FRONT END AND AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AND IT WAS A PRETTY HARD IMPACT ILL BE SURPRISED IF THEY DON'T TOTAL THE VEHICLE OUT WE WERE ON HWY 45 IN BLOOMINGTON INDIANA","quote_3_odi":"10956619","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2014-orc-recall-parts-delay","label":"Occupant restraint controller recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10993687","quote_1_text":"SEP 13,2016 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERS61 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V-668 SUMMARY THE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LOSS OF AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN CRASH EVENTS DUE TO A SHORTING CONDITION RESULTING IN A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE TRANSIENT THAT TRAVELS TO","quote_2_odi":"11079073","quote_2_text":"I WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THIS RECALL! I LOGGED ONTO MY CREDIT KARMA (TODAY 3/14/2018) AND THEY NOTIFIED ME THAT 3 RECALLS WERE ISSUED FOR THIS VEHICLE BACK IN 2016","quote_3_odi":"11584759","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Avenger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V668000 (Seat Belts, Air Bags) and the recall repair was performed; however, the failure recurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2014-passenger-heater-failure","label":"Passenger-side heater and defrost failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172979","quote_1_text":"THE HEATER CORE GOT CLOGGED AROUND 50,000 MILES, WHICH CAUSES HEAT TO COME OUT OF ONLY ONE VENT AND COLD AIR OUT OF THE REST","quote_2_odi":"11288281","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE OF CAR BLOWS HEAT. PASSENGER SIDE BLOWS COLD","quote_3_odi":"11173281","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE AVENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VENT CONTROL FUNCTION WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO HEAT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Avenger","model_slug":"avenger","cluster_id":"avenger-2014-throttle-body-stall","label":"Electronic throttle body stall while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11080015","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN THE ELECTRICAL THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON. IT FLASHED THEN STAYED ON. MY VEHICLE WOULDN'T GO PAST 30MPH","quote_2_odi":"10914497","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE AVENGER. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER AND PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM ACCELERATING PAST 10-15 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10658553","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE BELTWAY AND THE CAR JUST STALLED. I WAS DOING 70 MPH AT THE TIME. THE CAR RANDOMLY STALLS/WON'T CRANK AND IT HAS LESS THAN 4000 MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/avenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10461473","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE BREAKING THE FRONT AXLE. WHEN THE CRASH OCCURRED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10327686","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2010 DODGE CALIBER FROM A LOCAL VEHICLE RENTAL COMPANY. WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11584289","quote_1_text":"The air bag lights came on","quote_2_odi":"10849959","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-engine-stall-no-code","label":"Engine stall with no diagnostic trouble code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10640750","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 52,500","quote_2_odi":"10393994","quote_2_text":"OCCASIONALLY THE VEHICLE CHUGS AND SPUTTERS AT STOPS. TWICE THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED AT STOPLIGHTS AND HAD TO BE PUT BACK INTO PARK AND RESTARTED. DEALER RAN DIAGNOSTICS, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE, AND NO CODES WERE FOUND. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-etc-light-power-loss","label":"Electronic throttle control light and power loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10609582","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON I-695 THE ETC LIGHT STARTS TO FLASH AND THE CAR BECOMES CRIPPLED. AFTER RESTARTING, THE CAR IS FINE FOR A FEW DAYS UNTIL THE LIGHT CUTS ON AND OFF OCCASIONALLY. NOW THE ETC LIGHT STAYS LIT EVEN AFTER RESTARTS","quote_2_odi":"11281281","quote_2_text":"WHEN I START MY CAR, IT STARTS JUST FINE AND THEN ABOUT 1-2 MINUTES LATER THE ENGINE CHECK SIGN WILL COME ON FOLLOWED BY A RED LIGHTING BOLD ON THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"10618465","quote_3_text":"I WAS AT A LIGHT IN 3 LANE TRAFFIC WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED MY CAR BEGAN LUNGING AND SPUTTERING FINALLY LOSING POWER. THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-headlight-tipm-failure","label":"Headlight failure linked to TIPM/fuse box","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11444082","quote_1_text":"Driver's side headlight stopped working and the bulb is still good. Called the dealership and apparently this is a common problem they know that they r trying to charge 1200 dollors to fix","quote_2_odi":"10552443","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD LIGHT COVERS WERE FORMING CONDENSATIONS, WHICH THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE FAILURE COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Air bag/seat belt recall parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11109863","quote_1_text":"I HAVE TWO RECALLS ON MY CAR AND NO ONE HAS CONTACTED ME RE: REPAIRS. I HAVE PREVIOUSLY FILED COMPLAINTS , BUT TO NO AVAIL. (FCA CASE # 31526867 AMD NHTSA #10968930). THERE HAVE BEEN NO ACCIDENTS, BUT THE SEAT BELTS AREN'T RETRACTING LIKE THEY SHOULD","quote_2_odi":"10924439","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A RECALL ON THESE PARTS ON MY AUTOMOBILE AND THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPAIR. I AM WORRIED AND NERVOUS ABOUT THIS POSSIBLY FAILING IN MY CAR DUE TO ALL THE PAST INCIDENTS WITH TAKATA AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"10945703","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619984","quote_1_text":"Severe rust to vehicle frame COMMON TO THIS VEHICLE, no accident. Rust has corroded frame despite normal use and normal care. Vehicle hasn't reached 75k miles yet, and the frame is failing. How is this not a recall?","quote_2_odi":"10915492","quote_2_text":"ON 10/5/2016, THE SUB FRAME ON MY CAR BROKE DUE TO IT BEING RUSTED THROUGH. THANK GOODNESS IT BROKE WHEN I WAS GOING AT A SLOW SPEED, AND NO ACCIDENT OCCURRED. I HAD TO BE TOWED AND IT WAS PUT ONTO A LIFT","quote_3_odi":"11553074","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated that while making a right turn at 10 MPH, the vehicle kept turning. The vehicle was steered into a parking lot where it was observed that the passenger’s side front axle had separated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2010-transmission-overheat-limp","label":"Transmission overheating and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11122832","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE UNDER 100,00 MILES. TOOK IT TO 3 DIFFERENT TRANSMISSION SHOPS AND WAS TOLD THAT THIS TYPE OF TRANSMISSION (CVT) , WHICH DODGE ONLY USES FOR THE CALIBER IS BASICALLY JUNK","quote_2_odi":"10758604","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A BURNING ODOR AND THE VEHICLE DECREASED IN SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10422716","quote_3_text":"THIS STANDARD TRANSMISSION 2010 DODGE CALIBER CONTINUALLY STALLS OUT WHEN THE CAR IS IN NEUTRAL, SUCH AS AT INTERSECTIONS, RAILROAD CROSSINGS, TOLL BOOTHS, AND PARKING LOTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10930271","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10806216","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER DOOR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11383597","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND JUMPED A DITCH AND STRUCK A POLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Airbag and seat belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11000505","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10993906","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS), BUT DID NOT RECEIVE A MANUFACTURER RECALL NOTICE","quote_3_odi":"10926859","quote_3_text":"I WAS MADE AWARE OF SAFETY RECALL S61/ NHTSA 16V-668 VIA MAIL ON MONDAY THE 21ST AND HAVE MADE MULTIPLE CALLS AND EMAILS TO THE FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOTIVE COMPANY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-engine-stall-no-warning","label":"Unexpected engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2012-11","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10422785","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP BUT THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_2_odi":"10417152","quote_2_text":"CAR HAS STALLED ROUGHLY 7-9 TIMES. SEVERAL TIMES IT HAS STALLED WHILE COMPLETELY STOPPED BEHIND ANOTHER VEHICLE OR AT A RED LIGHT AND 2 TIMES HAS STALLED WHILE MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN AND I ALMOST GOT NAILED BY ON-COMING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10413372","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-etc-sudden-deceleration","label":"Electronic throttle control sudden deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11078591","quote_1_text":"MY CAR SUDDENLY DECELERATES TO 2MPH WHEN ETC LIGHT COMES ON. IT HAPPENS ABOUT 5 TIMES A DAY AND I HAVE TO IMMEDIATELY PULL OVER AND RESTART MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"10823254","quote_2_text":"ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL FAILED 4 TIMES, 2 TIMES IN HAZARDOUS SITUATIONS. I.E. NO THROTTLE CONTROL ON A HIGH SPEED INTERSTATE","quote_3_odi":"10816386","quote_3_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED MY CAR SUDDENLY DECREASING SPEED TO AROUND 30 MPH AFTER THE THROTTLE BODY LIGHT COMES ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-light-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight and taillight housing water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10980212","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS AND THE TAILLIGHT HOUSINGS HAVE ISSUES WITH THE SEALS WHICH ALLOW WATER TO ENTER","quote_2_odi":"11190256","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, MOISTURE LEAKED INTO THE FRONT HEADLIGHTS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10734639","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT NOTICED EXCESSIVE MIST WITHIN THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TAIL LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"dodge-caliber-2011-subframe-rust","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11296933","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE A LOUD NOISE AND VEERED TO THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11328380","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 20 MPH, A POP SOUND WAS HEARD AND THERE WAS SMOKE FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11128011","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING OUR 2011 CALIBER BACK FROM COLLEGE ON ST RT 14. AS SHE WENT TO TURN RIGHT ONTO OUR ROAD,THE TIRE ON DRIVER SIDE BUCKLED UNDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11032349","quote_1_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN MY CAR ACCIDENT IN APRIL 2017, CAR WAS TOTALED. RECEIVED CONCUSSION AND WHIPLASH AS A RESULT OF MY AIR BAGS NOT DEPLOYING. MY CAR WAS REG MAINTAINED AT THE DODGE DEALERSHIP ON RIVER DALE RD, OGDEN, UT CALLED IN AND SPOKE WITH A REP (SHAY) 10/09/2017","quote_2_odi":"10639697","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON THURSDAY WHERE I HIT A GUARD RAIL PRETTY HARD AND DEAD ON. AT THE TIME I WAS GOING 35 MPH IN THE POURING RAIN. MY AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10477459","quote_3_text":"A CAR HIT US IN THE PASSENGER DOOR WE ROLLED AND SLID AND NONE OF THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS WENT OFF. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2012-shifter-roll-away","label":"Shifter and ignition interlock roll-away","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2013-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10546385","quote_1_text":"MT 2012 DODGE CALIBER HAD A ROLL AWAY INCIDENT ON 9/6/2103 WHEN PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY. IT ROLLED AND THEN DOVE DOWN A VERY STEEP HILL WITH TREES WHICH EVENTUALLY STOPPED THE CAR ROLLING DOWN THE HILL. THE MANUFACTURER DEFECT HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED AS A FAILURE OF THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY","quote_2_odi":"10544259","quote_2_text":"MY DODGE CALIBER 2012 SXT STILL UNDER WARRANTY HAD A FAILED MANUFACTURER COMPONENT, THE 'SHIFT INTERLOCK ASSEMBLY' WHICH CONTROLS DRIVE, PARK, REVERSE, NUETRAL AND ALL TRANSMISSION SETTINGS. VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON BLACKTOP AREA BEHIND MY HOUSE AND ROLLED FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10543786","quote_3_text":"IGNITION KEY CAN BE REMOVED FROM ANY POSITION. DRIVE, NEUTRAL, REVERSE OR ANY. THIS LETS VEHICLE KEY BE REMOVED WITHOUT BEING IN PARK POSITION. THE 2012 DODGE CALIBER CAN JUST ROLL AWAY. CAUGHT CAR A FEW TIMES ROLLING. NOW HAD A VERY RECENT SERIOUS CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2012-subframe-frame-rust","label":"Subframe and frame rust-through","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11720594","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe rotted out, detached at tire arm...see many complaints online","quote_2_odi":"11484938","quote_2_text":"Subframe on the vehicle at 90,000 was found to have SEVERE huge rotted holes in the subframe that is supporting the engine. This can allow the engine to drop out of the vehicle at any given moment and cost to repair is $1200 which is insane","quote_3_odi":"11153047","quote_3_text":"THE STRUCTURE/FRAME IN THE FRONT OF OUR 2012 DODGE CALIBER WAS SO RUSTED THAT IT BROKE WHILE WE WERE DRIVING. THE FRAME BROKE WHEN WE PULLED OFF OF THE INTERSTATE AND STOPPED AT THE END OF AN EXIT. THIS ISSUE HAS NOT BEEN ADDRESSED BY A RECALL, B UT A BULLETIN HAS BEEN RELEASED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2012-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag and seat belt pretensioner recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11003268","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CALIBER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10983805","quote_2_text":"NOTIFIED IN SEPTEMBER 2016 OF A RECALL ON THIS CAR BUT NO REMEDY AT THAT TIME WAS AVAILABLE. AS OF TODAY, MAY 6, 2017, THERE IS STILL NO REMEDY. THE PARTS AFFECTED WITH THIS RECALL COULD CONTRIBUTE TO INCREASED RISK FOR INJURY IN A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Caliber","model_slug":"caliber","cluster_id":"caliber-2012-throttle-esc-power-loss","label":"Throttle body and electronic stability control malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11458149","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Caliber. The contact stated while driving at 15 MPH, the stability and throttle body malfunction indicators warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11180654","quote_2_text":"WHEN BRAKING THE ELECTRIC THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT FLASHES MOMENTARILY. IT DOES NOT STAY ON. THE CAR DOES NOT BRAKE COMPLETELY AT THESE TIMES AND CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE AND MOVE FORWARD ANOTHER FOOT OR TWO DESPITE PRESSING THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10926370","quote_3_text":"MY OILS AND FLUID LEVELS WERE FINE. I HAVE ABOUT 74,000 ON MY VEHICLE, AND JUST HAD A RECENT OIL CHANGE ABOUT 300 MILES OR SO AGO. WHILE DRIVING AROUND 35 MPH ON A LOCAL STREET, MY VEHICLE''S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/caliber","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10929907","quote_1_text":"THE RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR WAS ISSUED ON JULY 1, 2016","quote_2_odi":"11493840","quote_2_text":"The contact had taken the vehicle to a local parts store where it was diagnosed and determined that the driver's side and passenger’s side air bags needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"10967871","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2009-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10650890","quote_1_text":"ENGINE QUIT WITH NO WARNING. STEERING AND BRAKES COMPROMISED","quote_2_odi":"10639195","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STALLS WHILE I AM DRIVING. LOSE POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES WHEN ENGINE QUITS","quote_3_odi":"10358048","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FLASHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-manual-trans-grease-bind","label":"Manual transmission stuck in gear from input-shaft grease","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10825375","quote_1_text":"THE GREASE USED IN THE TRANSMISSION TURNS INTO A GLUE AT HIGH TEMPS CAUSING THE TRANS TO NOT SHIFT PROPERLY THROUGH THE GEARS EITHER GOING INTO GEAR OR GETTING STUCK COMING OUT OF GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10853987","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL STICK IN GEAR WITH THE CLUTCH PEDAL FULLY DISENGAGED (PRESSED TO THE FLOOR) AND THE VEHICLE WILL CONTINUE TO BE DRIVEN BY THE ENGINE POWER","quote_3_odi":"10605986","quote_3_text":"2009-2010 DODGE CHALLENGERS CAME OUT WITH GREASE ON THE INPUT SHAFT THAT PRETTY MUCH TURNED TO GLUE WHEN HOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-power-steering-leak","label":"Power steering rack-and-pinion fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10567822","quote_1_text":"THE INSPECTION WAS GOOD, BUT A SHOP NOTE INDICATED THERE WAS A LEAK IN THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"10574450","quote_2_text":"ORDERED NEW TIRES FOR VEHICLE, I WAS TOLD THAT THE RACK AND PINION WAS LEAKING AND IT WOULD COST $ 585.00 TO FIX IT","quote_3_odi":"10594064","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE BELT CAME OFF AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-structure-corrosion","label":"Wheel well and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11439068","quote_1_text":"Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the subframe bolt had snapped off","quote_2_odi":"11020642","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED RUST ALONG THE WHEEL WELL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10970075","quote_3_text":"WHILE CLEANING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR WHEEL WELL PANELS ON BOTH SIDES WERE CORRODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-throttle-delay-pcm-reflash","label":"Throttle response delay after PCM reflash","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2012-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10425960","quote_1_text":"WHEN I LEFT THE DEALER, I NOTECED A 1.5 SECOND DELAY WHEN GAS PEDEL IS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"10449347","quote_2_text":"BASICALLY, WHEN THE THROTTLE IS DEPRESSED, IT TAKES ABOUT 2 SECONDS FOR THE ENGINE TO RESPOND","quote_3_odi":"10394926","quote_3_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER THAT I NOTICED AN INTERMITTENT THROTTLE LAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2009-timing-chain-engine-destruction","label":"Timing chain failure causing engine destruction","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10825473","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10470220","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAINS FAILURE ON ALL OCCURRENCES AND THIS IS HAPPENING TO MORE AND MORE 2009-2010 DODGE CHALLENGERS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS","quote_3_odi":"10558495","quote_3_text":"YOU COULD SEE THAT THE TIMING CHAIN HAD BROKE THROUGH THE HOLE WHERE THE SENSOR WENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-fuel-pump-leak-odor","label":"Fuel pump leak causing fuel odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11364817","quote_1_text":"STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE THE CAR WHEN PARKED OR DRIVING FOGS THE WINDSHIELD LEADING TO POOR VISIBILITY GOT A DIAGNOSTIC DONE BY MEINEKE TURNS OUT IT'S DUE TO CRACKED FUEL PUMPS HAD IT REPAIRED AT A COST OF $1000 TURNS OUT THERE ARE 8 SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ON THE WEBSITE","quote_2_odi":"11103577","quote_2_text":"GASOLINE LEAKING AROUND FUEL PUMP UNDER THE BACKSEAT INSIDE THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. LEAKING UNDERNEATH VEHICLE IN FRONT OF REAR PASSENGER TIRE. VEHICLE HAS BEEN SITTING IN DRIVEWAY OVERNIGHT. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME I FILL THE GAS TANK","quote_3_odi":"10991242","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDER THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-manual-trans-shift-grease","label":"Manual transmission hard shifting from input-shaft grease","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10606004","quote_1_text":"HARD SHIFTING SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. WHEN STOPPED THE CAR FAILS TO ENGAGE FIRST GEAR AND IS ALSO EXTREMELY HARD TO GET INTO REVERSE. BEEN HAVING THIS PROBLEM FOR A FEW DAYS NOW AND IS GETTING HARDER TO SHIFT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10593049","quote_2_text":"2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THERE APPEARED TO BE A RECURRING ISSUE WITH THE TRANSMISSION STICKING BETWEEN SHIFTS AS WELL AS BECOMING STUCK AFTER PARK","quote_3_odi":"11019044","quote_3_text":"SHIFTING ISSUE WITH MANUAL 2010 CHALLENGER R/T. EXPERIENCING A NIBBLE WHEN SHIFTING AND SOMETIMES IT WON'T SHIFT INTO 3RD WHEN COLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-smart-window-battery-drain","label":"Smart window switch drains battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11312249","quote_1_text":"2010 DODGE CHALLENGER DRIVER SMART GLASS GOES UP AND DOWN AND DRAINS BATTERY. DODGE STATES THIS IS PROBLEM ON 2011","quote_2_odi":"11165043","quote_2_text":"SMART POWER WINDOWS GLITCH, GO UP AND DOWN BY THEMSELVES AND DRAIN BATTERY","quote_3_odi":"11091357","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW ROLLED UP AND DOWN INDEPENDENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-stall-loses-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10780871","quote_1_text":"CAR TURNED OFF/SHUT DOWN BY ITSELF WHILE DRIVING, RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES, FOR THE 7TH TIME. SPEED RELATIVELY SLOW AROUND 30 MPH, AND NOT TURNING SHARPLY. DRIVING IN RESIDENTIAL AREA. LOST POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10758829","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER RT WILL STALL WHEN MAKING A SLOW RIGHT HAND TURN, WHICH IN TURN THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. THIS HAS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES IN THE LAST THREE YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10860137","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED NEW IN 11/2010. 2 YEARS INTO OWNERSHIP, ON ABOUT 4 OCCURANCES, ENGINE WOULD SHUT OFF, LOOSE STEERING CONTROL AND BRAKES AT THE SAME TIME WHILE MAKING A SLOW RIGHT HAND TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed for parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10748062","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V444000 (AIR BAGS). THE DEALER SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT, BUT LATER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10889075","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. MY CAR IS FINE BUT I HAVE BEEN WAITING 7 MONTHS FOR RECALL PARTS TO REPLACE MY AIRBAG INFLATOR","quote_3_odi":"10933743","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOTICE IN APRIL AND STILL NO REMEDY (PARTS) AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2010-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure in Hemi V8 engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":298,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11580608","quote_1_text":"I experienced a catastrophic timing chain failure despite prior recall work being performed by Dodge that supposedly resolved their known timing chain issues with the 5.7L hemi with automatic transmission","quote_2_odi":"10556283","quote_2_text":"I WAS COMING HOME FROM WORK AND MY 2010 DODGE CHALLENGER SUDDENLY CUT OFF. I WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 63 MPH AND LOST ALL POWER, I HAD TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED","quote_3_odi":"11435441","quote_3_text":"The Gen III hemi has an inherent design flaw in which the rollers making contact with the camshaft will fail, causing damage to the camshaft and causing the engine to misfire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2011-airbag-warning-light-harness","label":"Airbag warning light tied to wiring harness recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11442479","quote_1_text":"I had the dealership fix a recall (N9C07) for the passenger seat wiring harness connector for the passenger side airbag a while back. My airbag warning lamp turned on recently and my mechanic told me it was that same issue that the recall was supposed to fix","quote_2_odi":"11419823","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was inspected for recall 13V-118, however the part was not replaced and is now having intermittent electrical issues, disconnecting the air bag system. I would like to have the vehicle re-inspected under this same recall and the problem corrected","quote_3_odi":"11056034","quote_3_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS NO REMEDY/REPLACEMENT FOR DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS. HAVE CALLED DEALER 3 TIMES SINCE RECEIVING RECALL NOTICE AND HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT CHRYSLER/DODGE DOES NOT HAVE A REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2011-alternator-failure-shutdown","label":"Alternator failure causing electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11056660","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FLAMES APPEARED FROM THE ALTERNATOR. THE CONTACT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND DROVE TO DON DAVIS","quote_2_odi":"10823886","quote_2_text":"DRIVING IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON A BUSY CITY STREET HAD AN ALTERNATOR ISSUE ON DATE LISTED ABOVE IN MY 2011 DODGE CHALLENGER WITH ONLY 34,500 MILES. THE ABS, TRAC CONTROL, BATTERY SAVER, SEAT BELT AND OTHER DASHBOARD LIGHTS CAME ON AND OFF THEN THE CAR SHUT DOWN AND WOULD NOT","quote_3_odi":"11045626","quote_3_text":"DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET AT NIGHT ALTERNATOR STOPS WORKING. EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL SHUTS OFF - ABLE TO ROLL MOSTLY INTO A TURNING LANE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET BEFORE IT STOPPED. EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL TURNS OFF - NO LIGHTS -OTHER DRIVERS CANNOT SEE THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2011-fuel-tank-auxiliary-module-leak","label":"Fuel tank and auxiliary module leaking gasoline","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11375907","quote_1_text":"THE AUXILIARY FUEL PUMP MODULE DEVELOPED A CRACK AND STARTED LEAKING A LARGE AMOUNT OF FUEL. THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK HAD A LARGE PUDDLE OF FUEL AND IT WAS RUNNING DOWN ALL SIDE OF THE FUEL TANK AND ON TO THE GROUND. THIS IS A MAJOR FIRE HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"11057906","quote_2_text":"GAS TANK LEAKING AT SEAM WHERE THE TWO HALVES OF THE GAS TANK ARE PUT TOGETHER. THE GAS TANK IS MADE OUT OF PLASTIC WHICH IS BY THE EXHAUST SYSTEM WHICH IS VERY HOT AND COULD CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION","quote_3_odi":"10908003","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LEAKS FUEL WHEN YOU FILL THE GAS TANK COMPLETELY. VERY UNSAFE AND LIFE THREATENING AS THIS IS A FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARD. CHILDREN RIDE IN THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF AT THE GAS STATION WHILE AND AFTER FILLING UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2011-power-window-self-actuation","label":"Power window self-actuation draining battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11399546","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE WINDOW CYCLES UP AND DOWN WHILE THE CAR IS SHUT OFF AND LOCKED AT NIGHT AND DRAINS THE BATTERY","quote_2_odi":"11352916","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW KEEPS MOVING UP AND DOWN WHEN THE VEHICLE IS OFF AND THERE IS NO KEY IN THE VEHICLE, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DRAIN THE BATTERY. IT ALSO IT WHILE I AM DRIVING THE VEHICLE AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"11122722","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THIS CAR ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE WINDOWS OPEN, THE DRIVERS WINDOW SUDDENLY WENT UP ALMOST CATCHING MY SONS ARM IN THE WINDOW. THE WINDOW CONTINUED TO GO UP AND DOWN ALL ON ITS OWN. EVENTUALLY IT STOPPED AND DID NOT HAPPEN AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2011-timing-chain-snap","label":"Timing chain fracture at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11751451","quote_1_text":"2011 Dodge Challenger RT (5.7L Hemi, <75,000 miles).In 2016, Safety Campaign P01 (Timing Chain and Guide) was performed on my vehicle. On May 28th, while traveling at 70 mph on the highway, the timing chain snapped entirely, leaving me stranded and causing catastrophic internal","quote_2_odi":"11749264","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the timing chain snapped and fractured. All the warning lights illuminated and flashed. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence","quote_3_odi":"11484512","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the timing chain had fractured and caused damage to the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata inflator recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11063086","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATES. HAD THE DEALER PERFORM REPAIRS AND THE PROBLEM CONTINUED. LATER HAD THE RECALL PERFORMED, STILL THE PROBLEM PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"10917683","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE. NEEDS TO BE REMEDIED IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"10670545","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REPEATEDLY STAYS ON AFTER MULTIPLE TRIPS TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT FIXED. IT'S STAYS ON CONSTANTLY. EVERYTIME I GO HAVE IT SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP, THE LIGHT WILL STAY OFF FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS AND THEN TURN ON AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-alternator-failure-stall","label":"Alternator failure causing stall and loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11018820","quote_1_text":"ALTERNATOR ABRUPTLY SHORTED OUT. HAD NO POWER STEERING, INSTRUMENTS, ENGINE DIED. THE CARE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. THE BATTERY WAS TOTAL DISCHARGED. THE ALTERNATOR WAS VERY HOT, BURNT ELECTRICAL SMELL, WITH DISCOLORATION","quote_2_odi":"10918752","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ALTERNATOR MALFUNCTIONED, WHICH CAUSED THE STEERING WHEEL TO LOCK UP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE ALTERNATOR DID NOT HAVE ENOUGH VOLTAGE","quote_3_odi":"10693955","quote_3_text":"RECEIVED NOTICE OF ALTERNATOR RECALL IN DECEMBER 2014. ALTERNATOR FAILED IN OCTOBER AND VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO DEALER AT MY EXPENSE. NEW ALTERNATOR WAS INSTALLED AT MY EXPENSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-engine-stall-timing-chain","label":"Engine stall linked to timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10993172","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED WHILE THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO RESTART","quote_2_odi":"11205755","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, A KNOCKING SOUND EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE LIFTERS WERE FAULTY AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"11418070","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge challenger. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11312288","quote_1_text":"ALL OF A SUDDEN MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT IT'S HARD TO STEER THE VEHICLE WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, ON A CITY STREET WITH A LOT OF TRAFFIC AND PEDESTRIANS. THE ROAD WAS DRY","quote_2_odi":"11104501","quote_2_text":"PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, STEERING BECAME VERY TIGHT TURNING TO THE LEFT,WITH A SOUND OF RUBBER ON RUBBER IN THE FRONT END AND STEERING COLUMN. WHEN CAR WAS STRAIGHT AND ACCELERATING FORWARD THE STEERING BECAME NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11141376","quote_3_text":"REPLACE HYDRAULIC POWER STEERING PUMP AFTER THE STORM NOW MY CAR IS HARD TO TURN IT IS BAD IN PARKING LOTS. I HAVE TO USE TWO HANDS AND I'M A GUY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failing to engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719969","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that when shifting the vehicle to reverse(R) or to neutral(N), the vehicle would only move forward","quote_2_odi":"10775908","quote_2_text":"SINCE THE VEHICLE HAS HIT 50.000 MILES THE TRANSMITION IS MESSING UP.CAN'T GET IT IN GUEAR OR CAN'T GET IT OUT OF GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10885652","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND EXITED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY WHILE IN NEUTRAL. THE CONTACT JUMPED IN THE VEHICLE AND DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2012-window-switch-battery-drain","label":"Window switch draining battery when vehicle is off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11321167","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE WINDOW GOES UP AND DOWN ABOUT A 1/4 OF AN INCH ON IT'S OWN WHEN THE CAR IS OFF AND NO ONE IS IN THE VEHICLE. THIS DRAINED THE BATTERY COMPLETELY AND I NEEDED TO BE JUMPED TO GET IT TO THE MECHANIC","quote_2_odi":"11172953","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKED AND TURNED OFF WINDOW REPEATEDLY LOWERS AND RAISES ITSELF AS IF YOU WERE OPENING THE DOOR, DRAINING THE BATTERY AND RESULTING CAR NOT STARTING. REPLACING BATTERY DOES NOT FIX. PROBLEM HAS ALSO OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10906205","quote_3_text":"WITH THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN AND AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW MOVES UP AND DOWN WITHOUT BEING PROMPTED. IT CONTINUES TILL THE BATTERY IS DEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in a frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10678208","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, SHE CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE THAT WAS PARKED ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE FRONTAL DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10906977","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INTERNAL INJURIES TO THE LUNGS, LOWER BACK, RIGHT KNEE, AND A CONCUSSION TO THE HEAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates without a diagnosed cause","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10731585","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10819731","quote_2_text":"THE AIR BAG LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON EVERY TWO WEEKS SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2015. I HAVE AN OPEN CASE WITH DODGE HOWEVER THE PROBLEM IS STILL OCCURRING AS OF TODAY","quote_3_odi":"11443697","quote_3_text":"Airbag light stays on and bells. I put in for the recall but records show even on here that its repaired but it never has. I'm afraid it may explode and metal may come out and and harm me or passenger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist fails while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11093619","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CHECK POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE THE POWER STEERING FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11149810","quote_2_text":"WHEN BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. EXTREMELY HARD TO STEER FAR WORSE THAN ANY MANUAL STEERING I HAVE DRIVEN IN OVER 50 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11267930","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING STARTED LEAKING AT ROUGHLY 60K MILES CAUSING STEERING ISSUES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-stalling","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10516213","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10992979","quote_2_text":"ONCE PUSH TO START IGNITION IS ACTIVATED VEHICLE WILL BEGIN TO RUN AND THEN STALL WITHOUT WARNING. IT HAS STALLED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET ALMOST NEARLY CAUSING AN COLLISION! VEHICLE HAS STALLED MORE THAN 10 TIMES SINCE PURCHASE","quote_3_odi":"11527769","quote_3_text":"Most recently it stalled while driving on a country road. Was able to restart after a while. It stalled again while driving on highway. Took car to dealership but they stated my alternater was not a part of safety recall T36, even though I was having those exact same issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-transmission-shift","label":"Unintended transmission behavior or loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10863978","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AT 40 MPH AND GRADUALLY PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR TO BEGIN A CLIMB UP A SLIGHT HILL, THE ENGINE RPM AND VEHICLE SPEED WILL NOT INCREASE, AND THE VEHICLE WILL CONTINUE TO RUN AT 40 MPH WITH ACCELERATOR POSITION INCREASING FROM 10% TO 80%","quote_2_odi":"11396837","quote_2_text":"I WAS ENTERING THE FREEWAY AND GETTING UP TO SPEED, WHEN I MERGE ONTO THE FREEWAY MY CAR LOSS POWER AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND DOING THE TIME IT WAS HIGH TRAFFIC TIME OF DAY, AND THERE WAS A BIG TRUCK COMING UP BEHIND ME","quote_3_odi":"11546296","quote_3_text":"while turning onto another street transmisson went into neutral. car would`nt accelerate, almost reared by another car. Car is at dealership now, they say it needs new transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2013-window-battery-drain","label":"Smart window cycling on its own and draining the battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10950094","quote_1_text":"THE WINDOW DOES NOT STOP GOING UP AND DOWN AND IT DRAINS THE BATTERY. THIS ONLY HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED AND TURNED OFF. IT WILL DO IT EVERY 30-45 SECONDS","quote_2_odi":"11229505","quote_2_text":"THE \" SMART WINDOW\" DOOR LATCH DRAINS THE BATTERY WHEN PARKED OVER NIGHT AND YOU HAVE TO JUMP START IT EVERY MORNING OR EVERY TIME YOU SHUT IT OFF. I REPLACED THE LATCH AND IT'S STILL DOING IT","quote_3_odi":"11310117","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SMART WINDOW FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDOW ROLLED DOWN INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE CAUSED THE BATTERY TO BE DRAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10583529","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID ANOTHER VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A GATE. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10762177","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS TRAPPED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11277383","quote_3_text":"A VIOLENT AUTO ACCIDENT AND NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED!?!? DRIVING EASTBOUND AT SPEED LIMIT AND A STOLEN EXITING OFF THE HIGHWAY HIT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CAR WHICH SPIN THE CAR AROUND AN HIT A POLE, GUARD RAIL AND SLAMMED INTO A ROCK RAVINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-alternator-tipm-stall","label":"Alternator/TIPM failure causing vehicle stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759975","quote_1_text":"Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) I have two children and the vehicle has left me stranded about a dozen times because it will not even start. Upon research, this faulty part can also cause the vehicle to just stall at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"10701548","quote_2_text":"CHRYSLER CORP. SENT ME A \"RECALL NOTICE\" MID DECEMBER 2014 FOR NUMBER P60 ALTERNATOR. THE LAUNCH DATE WAS DECEMBER 1, 2014. THE ALTERNATOR DIODES IN MY VEHICLE COULD EXPERIENCE A RAPID FAILURE. VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM VOLTAGE MAY DROP TO CRITICAL LEVELS, DISABLING ABS, ESC","quote_3_odi":"10617024","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING,PULLS RIGHT,SATELLITE RADIO GOES OUT.IT HAS HAD A TIPM AND TWO COMPUTERS IN ADDITION TO TWO WIRING REPAIRS ALONG WITH GAS IN THE OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank and evaporative canister leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11510848","quote_1_text":"On 2/25/23 we started noticing the smell of gasoline around the 2014 dodge challenger, so we stated looking around the gas cap and down around the gas tank and noticed a small few drops of gasoline on the ground near the gas tank","quote_2_odi":"11362540","quote_2_text":"WITH LESS THAN 30,000 MILES WE NOTICED A STRONG GASOLINE ODOR INSIDE AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. SUSPECTING THAT THE FUEL ODOR WAS RELATED TO THE UB4 RECALL FOR THE EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CANISTER WE TOOK TO VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER SHIP","quote_3_odi":"11627618","quote_3_text":"There is a fuel leak in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-lifter-ticking-noise","label":"Valve-train ticking noise from lifters","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11297023","quote_1_text":"FAULTY LIFTERS HAVE DAMAGED THE CAMSHAFT, CAUSING MISFIRING AND THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS OF REPAIR COSTS FOR A CAR WITH ONLY 76,000 MILES. LIFTERS ARE ON BACK ORDER FOR 6-8 MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11365706","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS MAKING A TICKING NOISE. I HAVE CHANGED THE OIL WITH A BETTER BRAND AND THE TECHNICIAN EXPLAINED IT COULD BE THE ARM ROCKER THAT GOES BAD WITH THAT SPECIFIC ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10668901","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 CHALLENGER R/T HAS HAD A BAD TICKING VALVE TRAIN SINCE ABOUT NEW. THE TICKING, CLIPPING, SEWING MACHINE NOISE IS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE,IT'S LOUD AND CLEARLY HEARD IN THE CAB AT AROUND 1500RPM AND UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing adapter leaking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11280246","quote_1_text":"HAVE A 2014 CHALLENGER 60,900 MILES AND THE OIL FILTER HOUSING ASSEMBLY STARTED LEAKING OIL. HAD TO BE REPLACED. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION IS NOW STARTING TO NOT SHIFT PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"11317152","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 DODGE CHALLENGER WITH 50K MILES STARTED LEAKING OIL FROM THE HOUSING OIL FILTER WHICH IS MADE OUT OF CHEAP PLASTIC (68105583AF)","quote_3_odi":"11439925","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, she smelled a burning oil odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-seat-track-failure","label":"Front passenger seat track failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11348855","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT IN THIS CAR STARTED SHEDDING BEARING COMPONENTS WHILE UNDER WARRANTY. DEALER WAS INFORMED, BUT EXPLAINED THAT THE SEAT WAS FUNCTIONING AND ADJUSTABLE AND SO NO REPAIR WAS DONE","quote_2_odi":"11151532","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WOULD NOT REMAIN SECURE, CAUSING THE OCCUPANT TO SLIDE FORWARD WHEN STOPPING THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11005352","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ADJUSTING THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT TO MOVE THE TRACK BACK AND FORTH, THE PARTS FRACTURED AND THE SEAT FAILED TO SECURE BACK ON THE TRACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2014-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering hardening or locking while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11706014","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel locks up at while driving making it very hard to turn. The dealerships, wants $200/300 for a diagnostic fee and $3k to repair it. This has been reported for years now as you can se with the other complaints","quote_2_odi":"11405373","quote_2_text":"DRIVING MY 2014 DODGE CHARGER CAR AND THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING CAUSE MY STEERING HARD TO TURN. WITH NO WARRANT. GOOD THING I WAS NOT ON I-10 HWY. I WAS ON THE STREET.I COULD HAVE BEEN KILL","quote_3_odi":"11072180","quote_3_text":"THE POWER STEERING BECOMES VERY RIGID AND DIFFICULT WHEN MAKING A QUICK OR SLOW LEFT TURN WHEN DRIVING ON THE ROADWAYS. IN A PARKING LOT THE STEERING WHEEL BECOMES DIFFICULT TO TURN LEFT AS YOU MANEUVER OUT OF A SPACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11723458","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was involved in a serious motor vehicle collision in Arkansas while driving my Dodge Challenger. The crash was severe enough that the vehicle was declared a total loss","quote_2_odi":"11184364","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POST. THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10731080","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY NEW CAR DOWN I-75 IN TENNESSEE, I SIDESWIPED A CAR AND WENT HEAD ON INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE AIR-BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-driveshaft-failure","label":"Driveshaft and carrier bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11418831","quote_1_text":"The center support carrier bearing for the driveshaft has failed, causing the driveshaft to drop, rub the heat shield causing a bad noise, the rear end is swaying, and there are mobility issues","quote_2_odi":"11343769","quote_2_text":"CARRIER BEARING/DRIVESHAFT NEEDS REPLACEMENT AFTER 49000 MILES. KNOCKING VIBRATING NOISE COMING FROM DRIVESHAFT WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11729344","quote_3_text":"42,000 miles drive shaft failure. Dealer stated drive shaft is ready to fall off. Completely stock vehicle, 1 owner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-engine-stall-reset","label":"Engine stall requiring park-then-drive reset","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11140405","quote_1_text":"AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR SEVERAL MILES, MY WIFE PULLED INTO A SHOPPING CENTER FROM THE RIGHT LANE OF TRAFFIC WHEN THE CAR'S TRANSMISSION SEEMED TO JUST SHUT OFF. THE DASH DISPLAY INFORMED HER TO PUT THE SHIFT LEVER INTO PARK AND THEN SELECT THE DISIRE GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11118455","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING TO WORK ON A BUSY, 3-LANE ROAD. I WAS IN THE FAR-RIGHT LANE SITTING AT A RED LIGHT, WAITING TO CONTINUE STRAIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, MY CAR JUST SHUT OFF AND THE DISPLAY INFORMED ME TO PUT MY CAR IN P (PARK) AND THEN BACK INTO THE DESIRED GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10838680","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE LOOSES ALL ACCELERATION WHEN COMING FROM A COMPLETE STOP. THE D ON THE GEARSHIFT FLASHES RED AND DIGITAL READOUT ON THE DASHBOARD INSTRUCTS DRIVER TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND PLACE VEHICLE IN PARK AND THEN SHIFT TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Intermittent headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11340980","quote_1_text":"MY HEADLIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE KEEPS GOING OUT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. IT'S OUT FOR A FEW DAYS AND THEN IT COMES BACK ON FOR A FEW DAYS AND AGAIN IT'S OUT","quote_2_odi":"11051861","quote_2_text":"COMPLETE AND SUDDEN LOSS OF BOTH HEADLIGHTS WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. DEALER, IN DISCUSSION WITH FCA HQ, SUGGESTS CAUSE IS RELATED TO FRONT TURN SIGNAL ELECTRONICS ASSOCIATED WITH A SINGLE FRONT TURN INDICATOR, WHICH OTHERWISE FUNCTIONS NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"11183086","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY 2015 DODGE CHALLENGER ARE USELESS. I CAN BARELY SEE 5FT IN FRONT OF MY CAR WITH LOW AND HIGH BEAMS ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-seat-slide-lock","label":"Passenger seat fails to lock in position","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11642059","quote_1_text":"I hadn’t on my car for very long when I stepped on the brakes and my passenger seat flew clear up to the dash. When I stopped and looked at it, they were little metal teeth all over the place underneath the seat","quote_2_odi":"11585545","quote_2_text":"Passenger seat sliding mechanism not locking / latching properly. When coming to a stop the passenger seat will slide forward, sometimes an inch or two but sometimes further","quote_3_odi":"11281535","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SEAT DOES SLIDES BACK / FORWARD - DOES NOT LOCK IN POSITION. THE MOVEMENT OF THE SEAT WOULD BE VERY UNSAFE IN A COLLISION OR ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Harsh transmission shifting and unexpected downshifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11266443","quote_1_text":"THE RIGHT SHIFTER PADDLE ON THE STEERING WHEEL WILL INTERMITTENTLY DOWNSHIFT SEVERAL GEARS INSTEAD OF UPSHIFTING WHEN THE PADDLE IS PRESSED. THE SYSTEM WILL ALSO DOWNSHIFT UNEXPECTEDLY WHEN THE RIGHT PADDLE SHIFTER IS HELD DOWN TO CHANGE OVER TO THE AUTOMATIC DRIVE SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"10716330","quote_2_text":"NEW 2015 DODGE CHALLENGER PURCHASED WITH 67 MILES ON IT. VEHICLE EXPERIENCED \"STUCK\" RPM'S AT 23 AND 51 MPH. HARD SHIFTS. HARD TRANSITIONS. SHUTTERING IN THE TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"10681151","quote_3_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING VEHICLE, VERY HARSH DOWNSHIFTS AND UPSHIFTS HAVE BEEN NOTICED WITH THE VEHICLE'S 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ESPECIALLY UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION AND DECLARATION AT SPEEDS LOWER THAN 40MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"dodge-challenger-2015-wheel-speed-sensor-abs","label":"Wheel speed sensor failure triggering ABS warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11430708","quote_1_text":"2015 challenger, wheel speed sensor failures starting at year two. Have replaced wheel speed sensors on 5 separate occasions","quote_2_odi":"11266985","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE ANTILOCK WHEEL SPEED SENSORS ON THE FRONT WHEELS LOCKED INTO SKID MODE AND MY CAR WOULD NOT GO OVER 4 MILES AN HOUR","quote_3_odi":"11193216","quote_3_text":"WHILE OPERATING NORMALLY, APPROXIMATELY 35-65 MPH BOTH HIGHWAY AND COUNTY ROADS, ON THE WAY TO WORK, THE SERVICE ABS & STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING LIGHTS CAME IN, STEERING AND BRAKING WERE AFFECTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11413368","quote_1_text":"ON APRIL 19TH 2021 MY WIFE WAS TRAVELING BETWEEN 30 -35 MPH IN HER 2016 DODGE CHALLENGER SXT ON A MINOR THOROUGHFARE WHEN A CAR TURNED ABRUPTLY IN FRONT OF HER. MY WIFE'S VEHICLE SUSTAINED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11389263","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 67 MPH, THE DRIVER CRASHED INTO A PEDESTRIAN WHO WAS JAY WALKING AND SUCCUMBED TO HIS INJURIES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10888898","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BECAME UNCONTROLLABLE AND PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO REGAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11472956","quote_1_text":"My backup camera doesn’t work at all","quote_2_odi":"11445702","quote_2_text":"The rear camera wiring harness becomes loose from opening and closing the trunk. Over time the camera intermittently stops working","quote_3_odi":"11255345","quote_3_text":"BACK UP CAMERA INTERMITTENTLY DOES NOT WORK. BLACK OR GREEN SCREEN. WHILE IN REVERSE WITH A FOOT ON THE BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-driveshaft-differential-failure","label":"Driveshaft and rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11461681","quote_1_text":"The drive shaft carrier bearing has disintegrated causing the drive shaft to bounce all around unsupported in the drive shaft tunnel. The carrier bearing is located in the middle of the two piece drive shaft","quote_2_odi":"11455286","quote_2_text":"Driveshaft failed at 58.000 miles. It almost snapped from it's place","quote_3_odi":"11530614","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while her husband was driving 35 MPH, he heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-headlight-wiring-failure","label":"Headlight wiring and fuse failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11454258","quote_1_text":"The wiring to the headlights are getting hot and visibly showing burn Mark's to the wiring and fuses to the headlights (not halo lights). It is causing the headlights to come on intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11322266","quote_2_text":"MY HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY WENT OUT. SOMETIMES ONE SIDE, SOMETIMES BOTH. IT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT WHILE I WAS DRIVING. BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. LUCKILY I WAS RIGHT DOWN THE STREET FROM MY HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11329106","quote_3_text":"NOTICED HEADLIGHTS FLICKERED ONCE IN AWHILE WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THEN SOMEONE SAID MY PASSENGER HEADLIGHT WAS OUT, MY UPGRADED HEADLIGHTS ARE SO BRIGHT I DIDN'T NOTICE WHILE BEHIND THE WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-hemi-tick-oil-leak","label":"Hemi engine lifter tick and oil filter housing leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11639234","quote_1_text":"Hemi Tick. The problem is so bad there is a common name for Stelantis 5.7 Hemi engine. Nothing else needs to be said the problem is well documented","quote_2_odi":"11318010","quote_2_text":"LIFTER NOISE VERY BAD AFTER SITTING STILL TICKS WHEN WARM WAS TOLD BY DODGE THEY ALL DO THAT","quote_3_odi":"11397787","quote_3_text":"CHRYSLER MAKER OF DODGE CHALLENGER 2016 AND OTHER MODELS AND OTHER YEARS ARE AWARE OF A MAJOR DEFECT. THE OIL FILTER HOUSING ON MANY MAKES AND MODELS LEAK LOTS OF OIL. AS OF RIGHT NOW THERE ARE 40,000 OF THIS PART ON BACK ORDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering loss and lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11734016","quote_1_text":"Good morning my (eps) Electronic steering system isn't working I have the light on my dashboard and while driving it went on and couldn't steer it needs force to turn and its difficult to keep it straight","quote_2_odi":"11673009","quote_2_text":"When making a sharp turn where you need to turn the wheel fully to the left or right, the car steering would lock up and a power steering indicator light would appear on the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11627298","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the \"Power Steering\" warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. During the failure, the steering wheel was difficult to turn in either direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2016-uconnect-connectivity-failure","label":"Uconnect infotainment and connectivity failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11268388","quote_1_text":"UCONNECT WILL NOT ADD TO DEVICES, CAN'T ADD PHONES TO CAR FOR HANDS FREE DRIVING. SOFTWARE DEFECT. MY CAR IS 3YEARS OLD","quote_2_odi":"10957815","quote_2_text":"UCONNECT 911 VEHICLE PHONE CHIP NOT WORKING, WHITE SCREEN ON RADIO MODULE, AND UNABLE TO CONTROL RADIO SETTINGS, NOT ABLE TO CONTROL BLOWER FOR HEAT, AC, OR DEFROST, MULTIPLE TRIPS TO DEALER AND CALL TO CUSTOMER CARE HAS NOT RESOLVED ISSUE AS OF YET","quote_3_odi":"11463115","quote_3_text":"Uconnect advised me via email that once the 3G bandwidth was no longer functional, that Uconnect would be upgrading to 4G","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and system warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11444613","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 mph when the contact lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a median which resulted in none of the air bags deploying.…","quote_2_odi":"11532511","quote_2_text":"My airbags failed to deploy in a head on collision with a jeeps enormous tail hitch that was shaped like a hook. This is definitely something worth looking into. My safety was compromised due to the airbags not deploying…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-engine-cooling-leaks","label":"Engine cooling system leaks and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11520978","quote_1_text":"The contact's mother owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, she noticed an abnormal water odor inside the vehicle and the vehicle was overheating.…","quote_2_odi":"11676473","quote_2_text":"2017 Dodge Challenger 392. my radiator fan motor seized, causing the fan blades to explode sending plastic pieces into the radiator and other fuel lines.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-front-suspension-separation","label":"Front suspension ball joint and wheel separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11443980","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH the upper ball joint and the wheel detached without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic.…","quote_2_odi":"11337449","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2017 CHALLENGER RT WITH ONLY 22K MILES DOWN A CITY STREET. AND WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AND MY FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL COMPLETELY BROKE OFF. I WAS NOT ABLE TO STOP OR STEERING ENOUGH TO CONTROL THE DIRECTION OF TRAVEL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11176201","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING MY CAR SAYS SERVICE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL THEN MY POWER STEERING GOES OUT MAKING IT VERY HARD TO DRIVE IT IS UNSAFE PLEASE HELP","quote_2_odi":"11684151","quote_2_text":"Dear [NHTSA / Indiana Attorney General], I am filing a complaint regarding a serious safety issue with my vehicle, a 2017 Dodge Challenger, purchased on [XXX] from Wetzel Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram, Richmond, Indiana). Six months after purchase, the steering column failed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-radio-display-malfunction","label":"Uconnect radio and display freezing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11383603","quote_1_text":"TWO RADIOS HAVE GONE OUT WITHIN 30K MILES. I AM GETTING MY 3RD REPLACEMENT AT 31K MILES. THE SCREEN IS FROZEN AND SAYS DODGE. NOT ABLE TO ACCESS CLIMATE CONTROLS. GOING TO TRY UPGRADING TO THE BETTER FACTORY RADIO, IT ONLY COSTS 1648 FOR PARTS AND INSTALL!!!…","quote_2_odi":"11476115","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the radio operated independently by changing radio station, making phone calls, and the Navigation System became inoperable. The contact stated that failure occurred without warning…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-transmission-gear-engagement","label":"Transmission shift delay and park gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11175122","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STARTED FOR THE DAY OR WHEN SITTING FOR 8 PLUS HOURS THE FIRST FEW SHIFTS ARE DELAYED. LEAVING FROM HOME IS NOT AS BIG OF A DEAL, AS WHEN I LEAVE FROM WORK. MY OFFICE EXIT CROSSES A 3 LANE ROAD WITH TRAFFIC SPEED LIMIT OF 45 MPH.…","quote_2_odi":"11372675","quote_2_text":"I WANTED TO REPORT THAT I WAS INJURED ON 10/6/2020. WHEN MY 2017 V6 CHALLENGER WENT OUT OF GEAR FROM \"PARK\" AND DRUG ME DOWN, AS IT ROLLED BACKWARDS (WHILE IN \"PARK\"). I SUSTAINED MULTIPLE INJURIES ALL OVER MY BODY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-uconnect-screen-delamination","label":"Uconnect 8.4 screen delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11674937","quote_1_text":"8.4\" touchscreen delaminating, causing ghost touches, which is changing my steering , timing, wipers, headlights, and suspension. The radio is going through stations, inputs, i can not use my android auto or use gps, all of my settings. It is very much a safety concern!","quote_2_odi":"11574543","quote_2_text":"The LCD of the uconnect control panel has progressively continued to delaminated since about 12-18 months after purchasing. Recently it has become a driving hazard. It presses the screen at random, which has changed the engine performance mode while driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Throttle and cruise control self-activation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11455883","quote_1_text":"When stepping on the throttle to quickly merge into traffic it delays a few seconds and after removing foot off gas pedal it continues to accelerate and sticks for a few seconds. Which requires me to brake.…","quote_2_odi":"11563730","quote_2_text":"2017 Dodge Challenger GT, very well maintained. About two months ago, I would hear chimes but no messages popping up. A few days after this started happening, I am driving on the parkway and then ACC MODE flashed on the message center behind the wheel…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11204702","quote_1_text":"ON APRIL 24TH, 2019, I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT THAT CAUSED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF MY CAR. THE ENTIRE FRONT END IS DAMAGED. DUE TO THE IMPACT ON THE CAR, THE AIRBAGS WERE SUPPOSED TO DEPLOY, YET THEY DID NOT…","quote_2_odi":"11162348","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE CHALLENGER. WHILE THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, HIS VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE NEAR THE HOOD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel blackout with erratic window operation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11459948","quote_1_text":"On April 6, 2022 at approximately 2300 I was driving 65 mph on an old two lane highway when all lighting on the instrument cluster, steering wheel, touchscreen, kick panels, and both headlights went out causing me to drive off the road momentarily as I was in a curve…","quote_2_odi":"11459208","quote_2_text":"INCIDENT MATCHES: NHTSA 19V-203 FOR 2019 MODELS, HOWEVER THIS HAPPENED ON A 2018. WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, GAUGE CLUSTER WENT COMPLETELY BLACK, WINDOWS CRACKED OPEN AS IF DOORS HAD BEEN OPENED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11423301","quote_1_text":"Backing out of the garage, instrument panel lit up with “Power Steering Assist Off - Service System” message. Car very difficult to turn now. Code scan shows code CC2217-00","quote_2_odi":"11241245","quote_2_text":"PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT LOW SPEED THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED FOR A SECOND AND THE POWER STEERING LIGHT LIT UP ON THE DASH. A MESSAGE SAID \"POWER STEERING ASSIST NEEDS SERVICE\". AT THE SAME TIME MY POWER STEERING WENT COMPLETELY OUT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-transmission-engagement","label":"Transmission lockup, stalling, and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11743056","quote_1_text":"Driving along and all of a sudden the shifter lights started flashing, wipers turned on, steering became difficult, and finally the transmission locked up. Stalled in the middle of the hiway turn lane and because the transmission was locked up…","quote_2_odi":"11389347","quote_2_text":"MANUAL TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFTER GETS STUCK IN GEAR AND WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF GEAR WHILE MAKING GEAR SHIFT CHANGE STARTED HAPPENING AT 19000 MILES THEN AT 25000 MILES THE CLUTCH SHATTERED INTO A 100 PIECES MAKEING A LOUD BANG AND NONE STOP CHATTERING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-uconnect-freeze-reboot","label":"Uconnect screen freeze, blackout, and rebooting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11072242","quote_1_text":"THE UCONNECT RADIO SYSTEM IS NOT WORKING IN THE CARS. AS SUCH, THE SYSTEM REBOOTS THE RADIO EVERY 30 SECONDS. THE RADIO CONTROLS THE BACKUP CAMERA AMONG OTHER THINGS…","quote_2_odi":"11281483","quote_2_text":"THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR A YEAR NOW AND STARTED THE 2ND MONTH I BOUGHT THE CAR. WHAT WILL HAPPEN IS 1 TO 2 TIMES A WEEK THE UCONNECT 8.4C NAVIGATION SCREEN WILL FREEZE ON THE SCREEN IT STARTED UP ON AND CAN NOT BE CHANGE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-uconnect-screen-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and ghost touch inputs","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11586790","quote_1_text":"UConnect LCD Control Screen is completely on the fritz due to adhesive de-lamination. The screen will frequently and randomly ‘ghost touch’ itself to turn the heat all the way up, turn the media volume all the way up, call contacts, adjust the clock, switch screens…","quote_2_odi":"11561160","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the center master display screen started to randomly switch from function to function, and unintendedly started a telephone call…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2018-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking and air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11729418","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the rims on the wheels of the vehicle were poorly designed and there were several cracks on the rims. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered cracks on the inside edges of the rims…","quote_2_odi":"11252236","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR RIMS WERE CRACKED FROM THE INSIDE, WHICH CAUSED THE TIRES TO LEAK AIR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light malfunctions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11594558","quote_1_text":"In accident airbag did not deploy and both driver and passenger were injured. Driver suffered head injuries and concussion","quote_2_odi":"11544895","quote_2_text":"I was rear ended while traveling eastbound on US 175 ( C F Hawn Fwy ). When I was hit the impact pushed me alittle ways. The other driver was going pretty fast because I was hit hard enough to where the trunk of the car was pushed into the back seat of the car","quote_3_odi":"11536476","quote_3_text":"The contact's son owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked, and the steering wheel air bags emblem was not illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the air bag needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-backup-camera-display","label":"Back-up camera display malfunctions","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11693663","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera screen displayed a blue screen. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the back-over prevention camera was still enabled","quote_2_odi":"11415235","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE CHALLENGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, THE BACK OVER PREVENTION IMAGE REMAINED ON SCREEN FOR UP TO 10 SECONDS. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11416706","quote_3_text":"HAD VEHICLE IN REVERSE, PUT VEHICLE BACK IN DRIVE OR PARK AND REAR VIEW ASSIST CAMERA IS STILL SHOWING ON THE SCREEN FOR AT LEAST 10-12 SECONDS AFTER GEAR IS NO LONGER IN REVERSE. JUST GOT CAR IN JANUARY OF 2021, CAN’T UNDERSTAND WHY THIS HAPPENS. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-electrical-headlight-failure","label":"Electrical wiring and headlight failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11579748","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the electrical box was melted","quote_2_odi":"11743380","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was parked in the driveway with a car cover over it and it caught on fire. The fire appeared to have started by the driver side headlight area and quickly ignited and burnt the whole front end of the car","quote_3_odi":"11534966","quote_3_text":"In my case, this short circuit is causing a fuse to melt. A fuse is a safety device designed to protect electrical circuits from overheating and potential fires by breaking the circuit when excess current flows through it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking noise and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11306904","quote_1_text":"DROVE THE CAR 8 HOURS, SPENT THE NIGHT IN HOTEL; LEFT THE NEXT MORNING AND AT ODOMETER 1626 GOING 75MPH ON THE INTERSTATE THE ENGINE BLEW UP. I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND BRING IT SAFELY TO THE SHOULDER BUT ALL THE ENGINE OIL HAD COVERED THE ROADWAY AND METAL PIECES","quote_2_odi":"11548547","quote_2_text":"The engine just shut off. A check engine light came on and the dash said shift I to park to start. I was successfully able to get across 4 lanes of traffic to stop on the apron between o ram and side of freeway. When I shifted to park and to try to restart it would not start","quote_3_odi":"11384621","quote_3_text":"THE PROBLEM FROM WHAT I'VE BEEN TOLD IS THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THERE'S ALSO A KNOCKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. ITS EXACTLY LIKE THE FIRST ONE I HAD AND TRADED IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel locks or becomes difficult to control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11538514","quote_1_text":"Power steering/rack and pinion. Yes. Power steering cuts in and out around corners and sometimes completely locking steering wheel with no control. When steering wheel locks up it’s you to lose control of car and could cause head on collision","quote_2_odi":"11441164","quote_2_text":"The dealer was able to reproduce the erratic behavior. They replaced the electronic power steering gear, the rack and pinion gear, inspected the entire vehicle and did not find anything else wrong, see attached service order","quote_3_odi":"11267536","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY AND AS I TURNED TO MERGE MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND I COULD NOT MOVE THE WHEEL. ONCE I STOPPED THE CAR I TURNED IT OFF AND ON AND IT SAID 'STEERING WHEEL MOTION OFF'","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift and gear engagement failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11394591","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2019 CHALLENGER R/T WITH THE 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. IT HAS A PROBLEM WHERE IT WILL POP OUT OF FIRST GEAR INTERMITTENTLY AND I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER 7 TIMES IN THE 7 MONTHS I HAVE OWNED THE CAR AND THEY HAVE FAILED TO FIX IT","quote_2_odi":"11386328","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS SHOWN CODES ABOVE FOR 5 PLUS MONTHS. CODES CAUSE VEHICLE TO SHIFT BETWEEN GEAR RANDOMLY. I HAVE TAKEN VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP BUT PROBABLY WAS NOT RESOLVED; THE DEALERSHIP STATED THE PROBLEM WAS THE SPEED SENSOR","quote_3_odi":"11190666","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC AND TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. LUCKILY I WAS NOT REAR ENDED. ENGAGED EMERGENCY FLASHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2019-wheel-tire-wear","label":"Wheel and tire wear causing rubbing or separation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11554767","quote_1_text":"I had a flat tire while driving to work and was unable to pull over for about a few thousand feet. As the tire went flat I swirled into the grass on a street without a shoulder. The tire snapped off and was not locatable","quote_2_odi":"11449012","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Challenger equipped with Goodyear tires. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the air pressure warning light would illuminate","quote_3_odi":"11307888","quote_3_text":"WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IN EITHER DIRECTION TO ITS FULL EXTENT, THE TIRES BEGIN TO SCRAPE AGAINST THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE WHILE MAKING A TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2020-clutch-pedal-push-rod-snaps","label":"Clutch pedal push rod snaps unexpectedly","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11698840","quote_1_text":"I have an urgent and safety issue with my 2020 Dodge Challenger Hellcat. I was driving on road from work. When I was approaching a red light coming to a complete stop. I pressed the clutch to engage the gear into neutral. Suddenly I heard a loud snapping sound, I lost all","quote_2_odi":"11698843","quote_2_text":"In your own words, tell us what happened. Cro I have an urgent and safety issue with my 2020 Dodge Challenger Hellcat. I was driving on road from work. When I was approaching a red light coming to a complete stop. I pressed the clutch to engage the gear into neutral. Suddenly I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2020-driveshaft-issue-at-delivery","label":"Driveshaft issue present at delivery","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11399202","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT A DODGE CHALLENGER. THE PLACE I BOUGHT IT IS HUNTINGTON BEACH DODGE RAM JEEP DEALER. I GOT OUT OF THE DEALER AND THE SHAFT OF THE CAR WAS OUT OF THE WAY, I WAS ALMOST HAVING AN ACCIDENT.I WENT BACK TO THE DEALER AND EXPLAINED THE SITUATION. THEY TOLD ME TO GIVE THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11399204","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A DODGE CHALLENGER. THE PLACE I BOUGHT IT IS HUNTINGTON BEACH DODGE RAM JEEP DEALER. I GOT OUT OF THE DEALER AND THE SHAFT OF THE CAR WAS OUT OF THE WAY, I WAS ALMOST HAVING AN ACCIDENT.I WENT BACK TO THE DEALER AND EXPLAINED THE SITUATION. THEY TOLD ME TO GIVE THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2020-electrical-malfunctions-trunk-climate","label":"Electrical system malfunctions affect trunk and climate controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11555639","quote_1_text":"Trunk is opening automatically while driving","quote_2_odi":"11543815","quote_2_text":"While driving the air conditioning control’s stopped working. It required restarting the vehicle, to get it to work again . The air also started blowing out the defrost vents without being changed to blow through them","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2020-shuts-off-while-driving","label":"Vehicle shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11504863","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Challenger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle momentarily powered off; while coasting to the side of the road, the vehicle suddenly powered back on and continued to drive as needed. The contact stated that","quote_2_odi":"11435601","quote_2_text":"Car completely shut off while driving on the freeway at 75mph. Car completely shut off another incident on the street and another incident in a parking lot","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera unavailable or glitchy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07-05 → 2024-10-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11599266","quote_1_text":"The back up camera is horrible in the day and and night I checked several other new Challengers and all were the same This is definitely a safety issue There are several people who are also concerned on the Challenger blogs","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-brake-pad-failure","label":"Brake pad crumbling and seizure at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02-04 → 2025-04-21","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11569750","quote_1_text":"I pulled car out of garage after a week and hear a pop. Drive had a severe wheel shudder after about a 1/4 mile returned to my house. Examined wheels the disc brake pads both sides had broke/crumbled and partially stuck in rotors. Pads are now crumbling. Car has 1200 miles bought new in August 2023.","quote_2_odi":"11569775","quote_2_text":"At less than 1000 miles on the odometer, my brakes were seizing up after the car was parked in the carport for a week without being driven. When I would go to back the car up, the brakes were stuck. After they popped loose and I started driving down the road we heard a clunking noise.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-cruise-speed-display","label":"Cruise control set speed not displayed on screen","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08-02 → 2025-02-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11641918","quote_1_text":"Once the cruise control or adaptive cruise control is set, there is no indication as to what the speed is set to on the display. The only way to find out what it was set to is to turn off the cruise control then set a new speed. Also, when increasing or decreasing the speed control, there is nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11606088","quote_2_text":"When the manual cruise control or the adaptive cruise control is engaged, the speed setting is not displayed as indicated by the user manual of the vehicle. This provides a hazard when using the cruise control, as it creates a situation where you can engage cruise or adaptive cruise without knowing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-engine-limp-mode","label":"Engine entering limp mode and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07-23 → 2026-04-28","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734315","quote_1_text":"The engine is malfunctioning. It is available for inspection. When you accelerate the vehicle, the engine goes into limp mode then it goes into neutral and you have to find a safe place on the side of the road to pull over shut it off and restart it. It's very very dangerous.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-fuel-line-locking-tab","label":"Fuel line locking tab not secured at fuel pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11-02 → 2025-11-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697014","quote_1_text":"Driving last night with the wife and I smell fuel. Then the gas gauge starts to drop from full to empty in less than 3 minutes. I pull over, the car shuts down. I see fuel on the passenger side , just in front of the tire. Get the car safely towed home. I pop the back seat and remove the access…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-seat-locking-failure","label":"Front seat not locking into position","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-14 → 2025-09-19","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688299","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat will not lock into place, even while driving or stationary causing concern as this becomes a safety issue.","quote_2_odi":"11577406","quote_2_text":"The passenger side seat does not return to the \"home\" position when the \"easy entry\" handle is used to enter the rear seat from the door opening (the vehicle is a 2 door). Therefore, the seat slams into the knees of the passenger seated behind the passenger causing injury.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Challenger","model_slug":"challenger","cluster_id":"challenger-2023-windshield-stress-crack","label":"Windshield stress cracking from A-pillar","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-10-16 → 2026-07-30","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753813","quote_1_text":"Have a crack that started from A pillar without any indication of any hit on the windshield. Took to dealer and they checked and agreed it has no chip that started the crack and there are numerous reports of 2023 Challengers windshields cracking for no reason in the exact same spot.","quote_2_odi":"11587453","quote_2_text":"This is an issue with Chassis rigidity and a manufacturing defect. Causing windshield breakage due to torsional forces, chassis load and unload. Here's my case: 2023 Dodge Challenger R/T - 5.7 / 6 speed manual. This car was purchased new [XXX], it's now broken two OEM Mopar windshields.","quote_3_odi":"11704979","quote_3_text":"This make/model/year has many issues of windshield cracking. My car windshield was fine, no issues, I went to the garage to uncover it to drive and there was a crack among the passenger edge about 9 inches. I researched if this was a recall/known issue. No recall but many many issues amongst owners…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/challenger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-airbag-deployment-fault","label":"Airbag deployment failures and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11551866","quote_1_text":"Was backing our of a parking spot when the driver's airbag went off","quote_2_odi":"11529633","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while parked, the driver's and the passenger air bags unintendedly deployed","quote_3_odi":"11062044","quote_3_text":"THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM WAS DEFECTIVE AND FAILED TO RECOGNIZE A PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT SEAT DURING A CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked or idling","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11445987","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle approximately 30 minutes later flames were discovered coming from under the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11413544","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS GETTING A JUMPSTART TO THE VEHICLE AND AS HE WAS UNPLUGGING THE JUMPER CABLES, HE NOTICED THAT THERE WERE FLAMES COMING FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE ON THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11162122","quote_3_text":"MY SON'S CAR CAUGHT FIRE AFTER HE HAD PARKED IT FOR THE NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-hemi-valve-seat-failure","label":"Hemi engine valve seat and rocker arm failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11759741","quote_1_text":"I have a beautiful 2006 dodge daytona charger with 5.7L Hemi engine that has failed with 170,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11143772","quote_2_text":"VALVE SEAT DROPPED INTO PISTON CHAMBER; DROPPED VALVE SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11259139","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE CYLINDER HEAD WAS MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-pcm-communication-stall","label":"Loss of PCM communication causing engine stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11461362","quote_1_text":"PCM/ECM failure during driving. Caused entire vehicle to shut off during speeds as little as 20 or as high as 70 mph","quote_2_odi":"11655418","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while idling at the traffic light, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11255646","quote_3_text":"PCM SHUTS DOWN BRIEFLY WITHOUT WARNING AT SEEMINGLY RANDOM TIMES, ALTHOUGH THIS SEEMS TO BE MORE COMMON WHEN ACCELERATING FROM STATIONARY SUCH AS AT A STOPLIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-shifter-stuck-in-park","label":"Transmission shifter stuck in park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11097826","quote_1_text":"CANNOT SHIFT VEHICLE OUT OF PARK","quote_2_odi":"11111810","quote_2_text":"MY 2006 DODGE CHARGER RT WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK","quote_3_odi":"11430870","quote_3_text":"The transmission console shift lever stays in Park. The console shift lever will not go into Reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2006,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2006-stall-after-refueling","label":"Stalling after refueling due to fuel tank valve","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1294,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11689604","quote_1_text":"After filling the gas tank with gas.Car starts missing and engine will stall","quote_2_odi":"11408601","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I FILL MY CAR UP WITH GAS AND DRIVE OFF FROM THE GAS STATION INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC THE CAR WILL STALL IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD I ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE SIDE JUST YESTERDAY","quote_3_odi":"11103941","quote_3_text":"THE CAR STALLS AFTER FILLING UP THE FUEL TANK. DODGE HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON THESE TANKS BUT SAYS MY CAR IS NOT COVERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal/rear crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10965730","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, A VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. IN ORDER TO AVOID HITTING THE OTHER VEHICLE, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP. NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"10915977","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND LOWER BACK, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-alternator-failure-stall","label":"Alternator failure causing electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11022162","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THERE WAS AN ODOR OF BURNING WIRES THAT EMITTED INTO THE VENTS OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD AND FROM THE ALTERNATOR","quote_2_odi":"10616791","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO NOTICED THAT THE ALTERNATOR HAD A SHORT AND HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11196568","quote_1_text":"I'VE HAD A RECURRING ISSUE WITH A FUEL SMELL IN MY VEHICLE . TURNS OUT MOST DODGE CHARGERS HAVE DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMPS AND LUCKY US THERE ARE 2 AT ALMOST 700 DOLLARS TOGETHER FROM NAPA","quote_2_odi":"10595911","quote_2_text":"DODGE DEALERSHIP TOLD US OVER 600 FUEL PUMPS FOR THE 2010 CHARGER WERE BACK ORDERED AND THAT WE WOULD HAVE TO WAIT TO GET A REPLACEMENT PART FOR MINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-rocker-arm-timing-chain","label":"Rocker arm tick and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10794827","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT MY 2010 CHARGER IN 2012. SLIGHT ENGINE TICKING WHEN COLD FROM DAY ONE. WORSE IN WINTER, BARELY NOTICEABLE IN SUMMER. AS TIME GOES BY, TICKING IS GETTING WORSE. CHECKED FOR ENGINE CODES AND NOTHING. CHECKED FOR OIL ISSUE AND NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"11426009","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the timing chain fractured. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10808758","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, EVERY TIME I CALL DEALER (CASSENS AND SONS, GLEN CARBON, IL.) I GET A RUN AROUND. I WAS JUST INFORMED THAT WHEN PARTS ARE AVAILABLE , CARS IN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ARE GIVEN PRIORITY","quote_2_odi":"10925312","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE OF 2015","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-tie-rod-rear-cradle-failure","label":"Tie rod end and rear cradle bushing failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10611133","quote_1_text":"MY EXPERIENCE IS REMARKABLY SIMILAR TO THE NHTSA COMPLAINT OF 4/4/13. THE REAR ISOLATORS [BUSHINGS] SNAPPED AND THE REAR CRADLE ASSEMBLY WAS REPLACED AT 11,000 MILES. I WAS TRAVELING AT A SLOW SPEED AND COMPLETELY LOST POWER BUT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO A PARKING LOT","quote_2_odi":"10553489","quote_2_text":"AFTER ABOUT 2 WEEKS OF OWNERSHIP, I BEGAN TO NOTICE A SLIGHT PULL OF THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE VEHICLE TO THE RIGHT. I HAD TO MAINTAIN CONSTANT LEFT PRESSURE ON THE WHEEL IN ORDER TO KEEP THE VEHICLE TRAVELING STRAIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2010-win-module-ignition-stall","label":"Wireless Ignition Node (WIN) key-out stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11035635","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE SHIFTER WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OFF. ALSO, THE VEHICLE COULD BE STARTED WITHOUT THE USE OF A KEY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WIRELESS IGNITION NODE MODULE FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11497829","quote_2_text":"2010 police charger fobik started falling out of ignition.. problem continues dealership says no big deal eventually the day came when I tried to turn the car off and I couldn't switch will no longer turn to the off position","quote_3_odi":"11220975","quote_3_text":"SAFETY RECALL K08. WIRELESS IGNITION NODE KEY FALLS OUT OF IGNITION, CAR KEEPS RUNNING, CAN'T SHUT OFF UNLESS DISCONNECT BATTERY. CAR ALSO SHUTS OFF BY ITSELF AT TIMES IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2011-airbag-recall-delays","label":"Airbag warning light and recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10923764","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10949833","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL ON PASSENGER SIDE AIRBACK HAS BEEN OPEN FOR ALMOST A YEAR NOW, VIN LOOKUP SHOWS SINCE MAY 2016. NO PARTS AND NO REMEDY AVAILABLE, HAVE CONTACTED LOCAL DEALERSHIP MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE PAST YEAR","quote_3_odi":"11750879","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the SRS alarm activated, and there was a short circuit in the front passenger’s side air bag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2011-alternator-failure","label":"Alternator failure causing stall or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10905745","quote_1_text":"CAR DIED AT INTERSECTION WITH ALMOST NO WARNING. LOST ALL POWER WITH IN 1 MIN OF STALL. ALTERNATOR IS FRIED. CAME TO A STOP AND WITHIN 30 SECONDS A BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND SAID \"BATTERY SAVER MODE\". BELLS STARTED TO DING AND THE WIPERS TURNED ON","quote_2_odi":"10924386","quote_2_text":"ALTERNATOR FAILED WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE WITH A CHILD AS PASSENGER, APPROXIMATELY 4 MINUTES AND 1 MILE FROM HOME, RESULTING IN A FIRE IMMEDIATELY AFTER PULLING OVER. FIRE OCCURRED AFTER VEHICLE STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"11072670","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V435000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2011-camshaft-lifter-failure","label":"Camshaft and lifter failure causing power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11151859","quote_1_text":"THE CAR BEGAN TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE, MISFIRE, AND LOST POWER WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. AFTER BEING TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WITH ONLY 75000 MILES HAS FAILED LIFTERS AND A BAD CAMSHAFT","quote_2_odi":"11507788","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine seized. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11057768","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AS IM DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT 70MPH AND MY CAR GOES INTO \"LIMP\" MODE WHICH COULD OF CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CYLINDER 5 MISFIRE IS THE DIAGNOSIS AFTER TAKING IT TO THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2011-fuel-pump-leak-rear-seat","label":"Fuel pump leak under rear seat","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10908558","quote_1_text":"AS I APPROACHED MY CAR THERE WAS A HEAVY ODOR OF FUEL. THE NEXT MORNING UNDER THE BACK RIGHT TIRE THERE WAS A PUDDLE OF FUEL. I REMOVED THE BACK SEAT AND UNDER THE COVER THERE WAS A PUDDLE OF FUEL ON TOP OF THE PLASTIC OF THE GAS TANK","quote_2_odi":"11142103","quote_2_text":"STRONG FUEL ORDER WHEN FILL GAS TANK. I LOOKED ONLINE IT LOOKS LIKE A COMMON ISSUE. THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SOMEONE'S GOING TO GET KILLED IF IT HASN'T HAPPENED ALREADY. THE GAS LEAKS OUT AT THE TOP OF THE FUEL SENDING UNIT LOCATED UNDER REAR SEAT ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11502934","quote_3_text":"I just bought the car, a 2011 Charger R/T AWD, and drove it home approx.400 km. I filled the fueltank full when coming home, and left the car still for 2 days now. I have been smelling a strong gas odor on the especially when the tank is full","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2011-low-beam-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":694,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10915873","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11307085","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE LOW BEAM WILL COME ON THEN GO OFF. AFTER AWHILE IT COMES BACK ON FOR A FEW SECONDS THEN GOES OUT AGAIN. THE VEHICLE CAN BE SITTING RUNNING OR GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND WILL DO THE SAME THING","quote_3_odi":"11515162","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the front headlamps failed to provide adequate illumination while driving. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who replaced the front headlamp bulbs and ballasts; however, the failure recurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates after recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739394","quote_1_text":"My airbag light comes on intermittently and when I called the dealership and told them they brushed it off as nothing. My car already had open recalls for the airbag and got fixed but it’s still having the same issues","quote_2_odi":"11479855","quote_2_text":"The airbag symbol is showing and beeping intermittently","quote_3_odi":"11052331","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY VEHICLE HAS AN ISSUE WITH THE AIRBAG SINCE I BOUGHTED IT AND THEY HAVE FIXED IT AROUND 3-4 TIMES AND IT STILL HAS THE PROBLEM CAN YOU GUYS HELP ME PLEASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-alternator-electrical-shutdown","label":"Alternator failure causing stall and smoke under hood","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11019135","quote_1_text":"RECALL T36 NEEDS TO BE EXPANDED TO INCLUDE THE 3.6L ENGINE WITH THE 160A ALTERNATOR, AS MY 2012 DODGE CHARGER WITH THESE COMPONENTS JUST HAD THE EXACT FAILURE DESCRIBED IN THIS RECALL, BUT FCA IS SAYING THAT THE RECALL DOESN'T INCLUDE MY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11046987","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE POWER SAVER MODE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE RADIO TURNED OFF. A PHOTO OF A BATTERY WAS SHOWN ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER, AND THE TRACTION CONTROL AND WINDSHIELD WIPERS ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"11143668","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT, CRUISE CONTROL WARNING LIGHT, LOSS OF ALL WHEEL DRIVE WARNING LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11461779","quote_1_text":"BRAKES ARE FAILING CAR WILL NOT SLOW DOWN FULLY WHEN BREAKS ARE APPLIED. THIS IS A SAFETY RISK DUE TO NEEDING TO STOP A LARGE VEHICLE TO AVOID HITTING OTHER PEOPLE'S CARS OR PERSONS","quote_2_odi":"11180184","quote_2_text":"MY BRAKES ARE FAILING SOMETIMES THE PEDAL GOES DOWN TO THE BOTTOM AND LOSES THE BRAKE AND WHEN I TURN OFF THE CAR AND PUMP THE PEDAL IT WORKS AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11713568","quote_3_text":"Brake Light, ABS Light, and Traction Control Light lit up on dash. Took car to dealership and the issue was diagnosed as a faulty ABS module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-headlight-wiring-harness","label":"Low-beam headlight wiring harness failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11163520","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AT NIGHT, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS UNINTENTIONALLY WENT OUT","quote_2_odi":"11121609","quote_2_text":"I HAVE REPLACED 6 PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM WIRING HARNESSES IN THE LAST 5 MONTHS DUE TO THE HARNESS MELTING AT THE LIGHTBULBS CONNECTOR","quote_3_odi":"11040710","quote_3_text":"MY LIGHTS ON PASENGER SIDE GO OUT AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11375365","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHEEL IS HARD TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"11221153","quote_2_text":"MY POWER STEERING HAS WENT OUT TWICE. MY STEERING LOCKS UP MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE. THIS IS COMPLETELY DANGEROUS AND HAPPENS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11113918","quote_3_text":"MY POWER STEERING PUMP HAS WENT OUT ON ME TWICE WHILE I WAS DRIVING WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR. THE FIRST TIME WAS LAST YEAR AS I WAS DOING A LEGAL U-TURN ON A STREET. I WASN'T ABLE TO GET THE MY CAR STRAIGHT ALMOST WAS IN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-shifter-park-failure","label":"Electronic shifter fails to hold or exit park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11497518","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will shift into Neutral while driving while the gear shift is still in Drive. This happens multiple times throughout the week with speeds varying from 35-50 mph","quote_2_odi":"11289722","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DOGE CHARGER. AFTER THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT BEGAN TO ROLL AWAY AS THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11298565","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A USED 2012 DODGE CHARGER AND HAD EVERYTHING CHECKED OUT BY BIG O TIRES PRIOR TO PURCHASE. A FEW DAYS LATER, MY HUSBAND WAS STUCK AT THE GAS STATION BECAUSE THE GEAR SHIFT WOULD NOT COME OUT OF PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain or lifter failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":648,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11614286","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11057507","quote_2_text":"MY TIMING CHAIN AND PULLEY BROKE WHILE ON TTHE FREEWAY CAUSING LOSS OF POWER AND STALL","quote_3_odi":"11299927","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIIVNG ON THE INTERSTATE AND MY CAR SHUT OFF BY ITSELF. I TRIED TO RESTART BUT NO LUCK. I FOUND OUT THAT THE TIMING CHAIN BROKE OFF. I KNOW THERES BEEN RECALL ON THE TIMING CHAIN BEFORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-abs-dash-warning-cascade","label":"ABS module fault triggers cascading dash warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11755399","quote_1_text":"A few weeks ago I was traveling on unfamiliar curvy roads. It had recently rained. I fishtailed going through the curve, and my breaks locked up. Not long after I had the famous “Christmas Tree Lights” on my dash which are the ABS, Break, and FCW","quote_2_odi":"11045457","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WILL NOT START WITH THE REMOTE OR BUSH BUTTON. AND 3 WEEKS AGO.I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND THE ABS SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND SOME OTHER SYMBOL CAME ON. I DROVE THE CAR HOME STOPPED IT","quote_3_odi":"11362939","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DASH STARTS BLONKING AND SEVERAL ISSUES APPEARED. STEARING, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT, SERVICE KEY, ABS, AND OTHERS THAT I CAN'T REMEMBER HOWEVER SHOWING 7 DIFFERENT CODES P0133, U0101 U1110 U1120 I DON'T REMEMBER ALL OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-alternator-battery-shutdown","label":"Alternator failure triggers battery warning shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11030054","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, A BURNING ODOR ENTERED INTO THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. DIRECTLY AFTERWARD, THE ABS, BATTERY, AND TRACTION CONTROL OFF INDICATORS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11052195","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED THAT MY LIGHTS WERE DIMMING AS I AM DRIVING REGULARLY SO. WHILE WATING ON THE NEW ALTERNATOR TO COME IN SO THAT I CAN BE GET THIS PROBLEM FIXED SINCE APRIL 2017. THE ALTERNATOR DRAINED MY BATTERY","quote_3_odi":"11282150","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE WOULD REV; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-electrical-stall","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11365434","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON OCCASIONS THE HORN AND INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR LIGHTS ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11400159","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. DUE TO THE FAILURE, THE CONTACT WAS FORCED TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE HIGHWAY HOWEVER, AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO START THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO STALL","quote_3_odi":"11673932","quote_3_text":"Lately, the car has been having trouble starting, especially after it’s been driven and sits in the heat. Sometimes it cranks but won’t turn over, and other times it randomly dies or stalls when I’m coming to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11230163","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING, POWER STEERING RANDOMLY TURNS OFF AND DISPLAYS \"SERVICE POWER STEERING SYSTEM\". IT DECIDED TO SHUT OFF POWER STEERING MIDWAY THROUGH A RIGHT HAND TURN CAUSING ME TO DRIVE OVER THE SIDEWALK AND ALMOST INTO A PARKED CAR IN THE PARKING LOT ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11005476","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING FROM TULSA TO JOPLIN WHEN THE BATTERY SAVER LIGHT CAME ON. SHORTLY AFTER I LOST ALL DIGITAL GAUGES AND POWER STEERING. CAR SHUT OFF AND BECAME HARD TO CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11423074","quote_3_text":"Power steering failure while I was driving. Luckily this did not result in an accident. no lights or warnings just went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-seatbelt-latch-failure","label":"Driver seat belt latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10986384","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON SEATING IN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE SEAT, THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH. NO WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED OR AUDIBLE INDICATORS HEARD","quote_2_odi":"11121869","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT LATCH WOULD NOT ACCEPT THE MALE END OF THE SEAT BELT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11296796","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SEAT BELT LATCH DIFFICULT TO DISENGAGE COMPLETELY. ONLY WAY TO DISENGAGE IS BY JAMMING THE LATCH IN, WITH FORCE, WHILE HOLDING THE PUSH BUTTON DOWN. THIS ALLOWS LATCH TO FULLY ENGAGE, AND RETRY THE PUSH BUTTON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-shifter-park-fault","label":"Shifter module and park-position sensor faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11500713","quote_1_text":"The shifter module that was replaced under recall S27/NHTSA 16V-240 in August of 2016 started shifting itself into sport mode automatically and without warning in November of 2022","quote_2_odi":"10983901","quote_2_text":"2013 DODGE CHARGER SXT (AWD) RECENTLY EXPERIENCED STRANGE \"POPPING\" NOISE WHEN SHIFTING FROM PARK INTO REVERSE, OR DRIVE INTO REVERSE. ALSO, THERE WAS A STRANGE NOISE/\"THUD\" WHILE DRIVING WHENEVER THE \"ECO\" MODE WOULD ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"11348680","quote_3_text":"MESSAGE ON DASH INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE IS NOT IN PARK, WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK, PER PLACING THE SHIFTER INTO PARK POSITION AND IT WILL NOT SHUT OFF WITH THE PUSH BUTTON, UNTIL THE MESSAGE GOES AWAY,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11307533","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V021000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11312065","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V021000 (AIR BAGS). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAPITAL CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF INDIAN TRAIL LOCATED AT (5501 W HWY 74, MONROE, NC 28110) WHERE THE RECALL REPAIR WAS PERFORMED","quote_3_odi":"11182650","quote_3_text":"DEALER IS REFUSING TO REPAIR MY CAR UNDER RECALL FOR TALAAT AIRBAGS. WHEN I CONTACT THE DEALER AND THE FCA HOTLINE, I AM REPEATEDLY HUNG UP ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-abs-module-discontinued","label":"ABS module failure with discontinued replacement part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718567","quote_1_text":"ABS module needs to be replaced and they stopped making the part. Lights are on all the time with no cruise control and the advanced brake system no longer works. Nobody has the part. They do not make it anymore","quote_2_odi":"11717711","quote_2_text":"The ABS module has malfunctioned which affects the cruise control, most of the dash controls on the steering wheel and has several lights on the dash that stay lit. The Dodge dealer is aware of this and states that right now there is no fix from Dodge","quote_3_odi":"11301113","quote_3_text":"CAR HAS APPROXIMATELY 90,000 MILES. DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT HIGHWAY SPEED, CAR SUDDENLY POPPED 3 LIGHTS; TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, AND THE PARKING BRAKE INDICATOR. REPAIR SHOP HAS DIAGNOSED AS THE ABS MODULE NEEDING REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11522698","quote_1_text":"My car was in an accident that ended up being a total loss. Major damage to both driver and passenger sides. No air bags deployed at all. Hit two trees doing 65 mph","quote_2_odi":"11485145","quote_2_text":"Airbags didn't deploy after front end collision at 50mph into a large cow","quote_3_odi":"11210797","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, A DEER JUMPED IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A POLE, WENT INTO A DITCH, CRASHING INTO A CONCRETE SEWAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-alternator-electrical-stall","label":"Alternator failure causing electrical stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11516295","quote_1_text":"The alternator failed while the vehicle was in operation and it stalled without warning on the highway at 55 mph. This left the car without power steering and a dangerous situation until I was able to get the car to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11184039","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE ALTERNATOR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE DID NOT STALL, BUT HESITATED AFTER THE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11327635","quote_3_text":"CAR DISPLAYING BATTERY SAVER MODE HAVE HAD BATTERY CHECKED AND ALWAYS WITH A PASSING DIAGNOSIS I HAVE GOTTEN CAR CHECKED AND IT MIGHT BE A FAULTY ALTERNATOR CAR HAS DONDE THIS SINCE STARTING OF SECOND YEAR OF PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-door-panel-detaching","label":"Interior door panel detaching from frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11492039","quote_1_text":"The inner door panels are pulling away from the doors. Driver side is at a point it is starting to affect the way the door lock works","quote_2_odi":"11440539","quote_2_text":"The inside door panels are warping exposing a large gaps, that can allow hair or fingers to get caught when raising or lowing a window. Nobody was hurt. But could be a potential problem for me or others","quote_3_odi":"11349851","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S AND FRONT PASSENGER'S DOORS WERE DETACHING FROM THE DOOR PANEL. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO LANDMARK DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM (6850 MT ZION BLVD, MORROW, GA 30260) WHERE THEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-fuel-pump-gas-leak","label":"Fuel pump electrical connector leaking gasoline","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11588597","quote_1_text":"The auxiliary fuel pump, located inside the passenger cabin under the right rear passenger seat, has been leaking fuel, leading to discoloration of the part and a strong scent of fuel inside the cabin. Additionally, a pool of gasoline sat atop the pump only separated by a thin","quote_2_odi":"11445883","quote_2_text":"The primary fuel pump (under the rear seat, driver's side) was leaking gas through the electrical connector. The electrical connector on the top of the fuel pump (exposed by removing the back seat and plastic cover), had two of the five metal pins where the plastic had melted","quote_3_odi":"11129784","quote_3_text":"EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LARGE (FUEL ODOR CAUSED BY THE RELEASE OF FUEL VAPORS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-oil-filter-housing-crack","label":"Oil cooler and filter housing cracking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11413565","quote_1_text":"PLASTIC OIL FILTER HOUSING CRACKED IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS CAUSING MULTIPLE PERSISTENT LEAKS. OIL LEAKS ONTO MANIFOLD. REPLACEMENT PART WAS RECEIVED WITH HAIRLINE FRACTURE PRESENT AND OIL LEAK PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"11412948","quote_2_text":"I NOTICE OIL DRIPPING FROM UNDER THE CAR ON SUNDAY. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER ON MONDAY MORNING AND WAS TOLD IT WAS THE ENGINE OIL COOLER AND FILTER HOUSING ADAPTER","quote_3_odi":"11229411","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A USED 2014 DODGE CHARGER LESS THAN A MONTH AGO . I HAVEN'T MADE MY FIRST PAYMENT AND HAVE TO REPLACE THE OIL FILTER HOUSING AND NO A PROBLEM WITH MY BATTERY SAVER INDICATOR SHUTTING OF FUNCTIONS OF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Electric power steering pump failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11511659","quote_1_text":"I was driving on Interstate 15 North when suddenly my power steering stopped working. I was unable to adequately turn the steering wheel to switch lanes while I was moving 65mph. The light \"Service Power Steering\" started blinking and I was virtually unable to turn my steering","quote_2_odi":"11428297","quote_2_text":"2014 Dodge Charger electric power steering pump having issues turning steering wheel which I complain about 6 months ago after purchasing the vehicle for my son it a very serious problem concerning safety","quote_3_odi":"11118933","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WARNING INDICATORS WERE FLASHING AND THE \"SERVICE POWER STEERING\" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2014-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift and gear-selection failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":343,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11636115","quote_1_text":"Automatic transmission control module/unit is bad Car won't start","quote_2_odi":"11141043","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD ERRONEOUSLY SWITCH INTO NEUTRAL AND PARK, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STOP ABRUPTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BREWBAKER DODGE (300 EASTERN BLVD, MONTGOMERY, AL) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11171635","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO BE REVVING AND SLOWING ITSELF DOWN AROUND THE 30 MPH AREA. THERE IS A JERKING MOTION AROUND THIS SPEED AS WELL. IT IS ACTING LIKE IT WANTS TO SHIFT, BUT CAN'T","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-abs-esc-warning-lights","label":"ABS/ESC warning lights and wheel speed sensor failure","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11326006","quote_1_text":"ON MY WAY TO WORK, MY ABS AND ESC LIGHT LIGHTS FLASHED ON THE DASH. ESC WAS IN RED AND ABS WAS IN YELLOW. I PULLED THE CAR OVER, CUT IT OFF, AND GOOGLED WHAT IT MAY BE AND ALL KINDS OF STUFF CAME UP IN REFERENCE TO WHAT IT COULD BE","quote_2_odi":"11197259","quote_2_text":"ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. VEHICLE NO LONGER FEELS STABLE WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11033535","quote_3_text":"WHEEL SPEED SENSOR FAILURE: DISABLES TRACTION CONTROL, ABS, AND SPEED CONTROL. I JUST HAD A SECOND SPEED SENSOR FAIL IN 25,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-camshaft-lifter-failure","label":"Camshaft and lifter engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11728919","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was idling roughly, and there was a ticking sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11163637","quote_2_text":"CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO FAULTY LIFTER DESIGN AND POOR QUALITY CAM SHAFT MATERIAL. CAN CAUSE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND ABILITY TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11089106","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE OR WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL TICKING NOISE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-driveshaft-bearing-failure","label":"Driveshaft center support bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11603570","quote_1_text":"I started noticing a funny noise when turning to the right and when accelerating. Took it to Community Auto Repair on 7/19/24","quote_2_odi":"11486521","quote_2_text":"The center Carrier support bearing is defective. As I look online on how to repair it I see NUMEROUS occasions of this happening in similar cars as mine","quote_3_odi":"11420890","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, he heard a knocking sound with no warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the front driveshaft needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump leak and connector failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11645220","quote_1_text":"Leaks fuel from top of fuel pump when parked, car full of gas fumes. It poses an immediate threat to my safety and my children","quote_2_odi":"11217478","quote_2_text":"THE CONNECTOR TO THE FUEL PUMP OVERHEATS CAUSING THE PLASTIC HOUSING TO MELT ITS WAY INTO THE FUEL TANK. FUEL LEAKS UNDER THE REAR SEAT AND THE FUMES FILL THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11131589","quote_3_text":"WHILE INSIDE THE VEHICLE, OCCUPANTS SMELL A VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE. CHECKED FUEL PUMPS UNDER BACK SEAT AND THERE WAS A PUDDLE OF FUEL ON TOP OF THE DRIVER SIDE FUEL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and intermittent operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11499085","quote_1_text":"I have owned my car for a little over 4 years and I just bought a two pack of lightbulbs in sept 2022 for the headlights. And I replace my bulbs every couple of months bc they go out","quote_2_odi":"11282948","quote_2_text":"BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE WENT OUT ON MY CHARGER. FIRST IT WAS DRIVER HEADLIGHT I COULD ONLY DRIVE WITH MY BRIGHT LIGHTS ON","quote_3_odi":"11271742","quote_3_text":"MY HEADLAMPS PERIODICALLY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING, WHICH RESULTS IN A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11440731","quote_1_text":"Oct. 2021 drove car from california to montana. No problem! Nov. 2021 Car started and power steering light came on. I had no power steering and was unable to drive car","quote_2_odi":"11151896","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL JERKED WHEN TURNING OR BACKING OUT OF A TIGHT SPOT, INTERMITTENTLY. WE THEN RECEIVED POWER STEERING ERROR WITH THE ICON ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"11044418","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 CHARGER IS HAVING POWER STEERING ISSUES. PROBLEM STARTED A FEW MONTHS AGO, WHEN THE CAR WOULD JERK TO EITHER SIDE AND THE ABS LIGHT WOULD COME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11644852","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11195579","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V018000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11181567","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V018000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and pedal movement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11105364","quote_1_text":"OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. ALTHOUGH PROBLEM IS PRIMARILY OBSERVED WHILE IN MOTION. ACCELERATOR/BRAKE ASSEMBLY MOVES TOWARDS THE SEAT WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THIS CAUSES INCREASED PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL UNKNOWINGLY","quote_2_odi":"10910241","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE SITTING IN THE PARKED VEHICLE, THE CONTACT PLACED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11048512","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE ACCELERATES ON ITS ON, AND WHEN BARELY PRESSING THE GAS WHILE IN MOTION ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-door-panel-detachment","label":"Interior door panel detachment from frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11288747","quote_1_text":"INSIDE DOOR PANELING LIFTING OFF MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO LOCK/ UNLOCK. BEING TOLD THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE DODGE CHARGERS. VERY EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE","quote_2_odi":"11419238","quote_2_text":"Door panel is separating from the door and window on the passenger side","quote_3_odi":"11483954","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that all four interior door panels had begun to warp and detach from the frame of the door. The center console by the gear shifter was also warped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-driveshaft-failure","label":"Driveshaft separation and center bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11694556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, while the accelerator pedal was depressed, there was an abnormal thumping sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11609216","quote_2_text":"Loud noise while driving vehicle due to driveshaft center support bearing damaged. Currently in the process of getting it repaired","quote_3_odi":"11667329","quote_3_text":"My charger was a michigan state patrol vehicle all its maint. Kept up on and all recalls fixed and repaired properly, yet driving at 45mph and my front driveshaft gives out and ends up smashing off my transmission and transfer case and it hit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-engine-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler and oil filter housing leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11101958","quote_1_text":"I TOWED MY CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY FOUND THAT AN OIL COOLER HOSE RUPTURED AND RESULTED IN COMPLETE OIL LOSS","quote_2_odi":"11735553","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed oil cooler","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump connector melting and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11436445","quote_1_text":"One of the pins on the fuel pump & associated harness got hot enough to melt a hole in the top of the fuel pump causing it to leak gas","quote_2_odi":"11485994","quote_2_text":"Gas smells in the back seat of my car....where the pumps are underneath the seat. Gets older when fas tank is full","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and wiring failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11279485","quote_1_text":"MY HEAD LIGHT WONT TURN ON DONT KNOW WHATS WRONG","quote_2_odi":"11383947","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWN A 2016 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT HEADLIGHT BULB BECAME INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11278536","quote_1_text":"MY POWER STEERING WILL RANDOMLY SHUT OFF. IT HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. IT MAKES IT VERY EASY TO LOSE CONTROL. I HAVE TO PULL OVER, TURN OFF MY CAR, WAIT 10-30 SECONDS, TURN ON MY CAR, AND HOPE IT DOESN'T DO IT AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11354288","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING STEERING COLUMN BECAME VERY TIGHT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN WITH AN INDICATOR STATING POWER STEERING ASSIST OFF. SERVICE SYSTEM. I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-door-panel-separation","label":"Interior door panel separation from door frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11603635","quote_1_text":"That the interior door panels had separated from the door frame causing the locking mechanisms to malfunction and the doors would not remain secured. The failure was present on the drive and passenger front door at this time","quote_2_odi":"11432170","quote_2_text":"interior door panel is separating from the door its self where the door and the panel meets at the top where the window is. This was first noticed on the front passenger door about 3 years ago and is now on all of the doors to some extent","quote_3_odi":"11385967","quote_3_text":"THE INTERIOR DOOR PANELS ON ALL FOUR DOORS ARE LIFTING OFF AND PEELING AWAY FROM THE DOORS. THE PANELS ARE PEELING MORE AND MORE EVERY WEEK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-driveshaft-noise","label":"Driveshaft and rear differential noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11750917","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was making a clunking sound. The dealer was contacted, and the vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the rear draft shaft center bearing was not moving freely as the front shaft","quote_2_odi":"11472215","quote_2_text":"The drive shaft on my Charger started to make a clicking noise. At 56,694 miles I had to replace the drive shaft at an independent garage because the Dodge dealer could not see my car for 3 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11088904","quote_3_text":"NOISE FROM THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL AREA. WHEN GOING SPEEDS OF 65+ MPH THERE IS A HOWLING/WHINING NOISE THAT IS CONSTANT. WHEN I LET OFF THE GAS IT GOES AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical shutdown and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11492672","quote_1_text":"Electrical all lights on dashboard radio all went blank, blacked out as if the vehicle was turned off while driving and fully functioning","quote_2_odi":"11625479","quote_2_text":"While coming around a 35mph turn my car shut its self off. Normally it would say please put car in park but it shut off and had to panic and pull hard to make it around the turn. Put car in park then I was able to restart the car","quote_3_odi":"11015294","quote_3_text":"WHILE TRAVELING 77MPH ON INTERSTATE 70 THE EVIC SCREEN INDICATED A FCW WARNING WITH THE SYSTEM TURNED OFF, LOSS OF THE ABS, ESP, SRS, THEN TOTAL LOSS OF ELECTRIC STEERING WITH NO THROTTLE OR BREAKING INPUT RESPONSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-fuel-leakage","label":"Fuel leakage from fuel tank and pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11046924","quote_1_text":"SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED A NEW VEHICLE I NOTICED A STRONG FUEL SMELL OUTSIDE AND INSIDE MY CAR AND WHEN THE AIR WAS ON THE SMELL WAS COMING THROUGH THE AIR VENTS. I BROUGHT IT IN THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SMELLED THE GAS OUTSIDE THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11390700","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ODOR OF FUEL AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN HE WALK AROUND THE VEHICLE HE NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS POURING OUT FROM THE PASSENGER REAR WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-oil-cooler-failure","label":"Engine oil cooler and hose failure with oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11752607","quote_1_text":"I was able to take the vehicle to an independent repair shop who identified the issue as the plastic oil cooler assembly on the vehicle being broken. My car's oil was completely empty and it would have been but minutes until the engine completely seized up","quote_2_odi":"11555973","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the warning \"Engine Oil Pressure\" displayed. Upon inspection, it was discovered that engine oil had leaked from the engine and while attempting to add oil to the engine the oil immediately leaked out","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shifting and gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11559027","quote_1_text":"The transmission in my car completely failed. I was driving home from work. The check engine light came on. Then I noticed the transmission wasn't changing gears. I also noticed a burning smell as well. I towed the vehicle to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11316417","quote_2_text":"2017 DODGE CHARGER. THE TRANSMISSION TAKES TOO LONG COMING OUT OF SECOND GEAR. THE VEHICLE JERKS AND HESITATES VIOLENTLY. ALSO, THE VEHICLE HESITATES WITHOUT WARNING HAPPENS WHEN THERE IS TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10993882","quote_3_text":"MY 2017 DODGE CHARGER IS EXPERIENCING \"HARD SHIFTING\" WHEN I GET IN THE VEHICLE AND START DRIVING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-uconnect-ghost-touches","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11464518","quote_1_text":"This is regarding the Uconnect radio. The screen has delaminated and is constantly pressing buttons by itself. Randomly making phone calls and startling me while driving, one time it called the police. Turning the heat and air and climate seats off and on consistently","quote_2_odi":"11469421","quote_2_text":"The safety issue is due to the delamination between the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) and touch screen digitizer of the Uconnect 8.4 Instrument Panel Module. This unit controls the infotainment system, navigation, and numerous vehicle settings","quote_3_odi":"11496365","quote_3_text":"The radio/head unit is pressing buttons all by itself. Will call 911, change settings, delete saved information, set random naviGation to the gps, changes a/c and heat settings, turns on different accessories without ever touching the screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2017-weather-alert-popups","label":"Uconnect weather alerts obstructing the display","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11093254","quote_1_text":"I GET REPEATED WEATHER ALERTS FROM U-CONNECT SCREEN SYSTEM. THE ALERTS COME FROM SERIUS SATELLITE TRAVEL LINK SYSTEM. THEY POP UP AND BLOCK WHATEVER IS DISPLAYED ON THE SCREEN LIKE RADIO OR MAPS","quote_2_odi":"11061186","quote_2_text":"THE \"SEVERE WEATHER ALERTS\" THAT SHOW UP ON THE RADIO SCREEN FOR WEATHER THAT IS HUNDREDS IF NOT THOUSANDS OF MILES AWAY ARE DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS. THE ONLY WAY TO CLEAR THE ALERTS IS TO TAKE YOUR HAND OFF THE WHEEL AND USE THE TOUCH SCREEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-door-panel-detachment","label":"Interior door panel detachment from door frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11593912","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the front driver and front passenger side door panels had started to detach from the door frames. The dealer was contacted about the failure and acknowledged that the door panel failure was a known issue; however…","quote_2_odi":"11429504","quote_2_text":"Door panel lifting away could cause vent to not work, door lock to not work and maybe airbag to not deploy properly. Foam is exposed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-driveshaft-power-train-failure","label":"Driveshaft and power train failure at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11709218","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal sound, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was uncontrollable. The contact stated that the…","quote_2_odi":"11443658","quote_2_text":"The contact's wife leased a 2018 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 60-62 MPH, she heard abnormal clinking sounds and the vehicle lost suspension and inadvertently turned to the right. The contact stated that as she quickly steered the steering wheel to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall or shutoff while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11119920","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE SHIFTED INTO PARK AND THEN RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO WOODY…","quote_2_odi":"11123834","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE CHARGER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SHOULDER AND TOWED TO AUTONATION CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM VALENCIA (23820 CREEKSIDE RD, SANTA CLARITA, CA 91355, (661) 379-7709). THE DEALER WAS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Electric power steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11532078","quote_1_text":"The electric steering rack failed. I was turning into a parking lot and suddenly there was no power steering. Luckily I had both hands on the wheel and was able to avoid an accident. A dash light came on at that time related to steering. My mechanic was able to pull the code. I…","quote_2_odi":"11574340","quote_2_text":"Rack and pinion needs to be replaced.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11166791","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A FREEWAY DOING ABOUT 65 MPH, THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED UPWARD, AS IF IT WAS HIT FROM THE INSIDE, SENDING GLASS FLYING DOWN THE BACK OF THE CAR HITTING OTHER VEHICLES BEHIND ME. THANKFULLY THE INTERNAL SUNROOF COVER WAS CLOSED SO GLASS DIDN'T RAIN DOWN…","quote_2_odi":"11100625","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD TO OUR HOUSE. THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC IN FRONT OF US, NOR WAS ANY ONCOMING TRAFFIC IN THE OPPOSITE LANES. THERE WERE NO PEOPLE AROUND ON THE SIDEWALKS. WE WERE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND SLOWING DOWN TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN TOWARDS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2018-uconnect-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11583231","quote_1_text":"The Uconnect system in my vehicle has been delaminating and has been causing several issues in my vehicle where the Blindspot detectors are not working properly and the back up camera is not working properly to notify me and alert me with whistles and chimes if a vehicle is…","quote_2_odi":"11408291","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE RADIO WOULD INADVERTENTLY TURN ON AND OFF AND CHANGE RADIO STATIONS INDEPENDENTLY. ADDITIONALLY, THE BLUETOOTH FUNCTION WOULD INDEPENDENTLY ACTIVATE, DIAL A NUMBER AND THEN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11614203","quote_1_text":"The airbags failed to deploy upon impact and after impact. The vehicle is located in insurance agencies' salvage yard","quote_2_odi":"11503303","quote_2_text":"I was in an accident. The other car hit me at least going 60 mph into my drivers door. NONE of my airbags deployed in the accident","quote_3_odi":"11462881","quote_3_text":"I was in a car accident where i hydroplaned through 3 lanes of traffic on the highway and spun out of control and smashed into a median wall which effectively cause my car to be totaled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Side-curtain airbag recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11650039","quote_1_text":"I received a notice March 14th of 2024 indicating that the side curtain airbag on my charger may fail and cause shrapnel to go into the passenger and driver's area and possibly causing injury","quote_2_odi":"11622179","quote_2_text":"I own a 2019 Dodge Charger, and it has an open recall for the airbag inflator, which poses a serious safety risk. Despite the recall being issued over six months ago, replacement parts are still unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11644498","quote_3_text":"NHTSA Recall Number 24V-198 has been active since March 14, 2024, and in nearly a year the manufacturer still has yet to make a repair available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-door-panel-warping","label":"Interior door panel warping and separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11701038","quote_1_text":"The interior door panel on my 2019 Dodge Charger began to separate/warp from the door frame on the Front drivers and Front Passengers door panels. The vehicle had approximately 32000 miles when the issue started","quote_2_odi":"11460042","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that all 4 door panels of the vehicle seemed as though they were peeling on the inside of the door, as well as, bubbling towards the top of the door","quote_3_odi":"11533982","quote_3_text":"The interior doors on my car are wrapping and the drivers door arm rest is broken on the inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-headlight-wiring-harness-melt","label":"Headlight failure and wiring harness melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11688981","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that the driver's side headlight persistently failed to operate as needed, and the headlight bulb was replaced several times","quote_2_odi":"11513161","quote_2_text":"Melted headlight connector.Have replace headlight connector and headlight bulb several times","quote_3_odi":"11510196","quote_3_text":"I smelled a burning scent through my vent while driving..Driver side headlight had burned out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751658","quote_1_text":"I was traveling 58 mph on hwy 270 in Malvern Arkansas. The power steering turned off, the emergency brake engaged and flashed, and the ABS shut off","quote_2_odi":"11360134","quote_2_text":"TOTAL LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING. WE WERE TRAVELING ON A MAIN ROAD DOING 30 MPH WITH AUTOS IN FRONT AND BEHIND US","quote_3_odi":"11196680","quote_3_text":"WE'VE PURCHASED 15 PURSUIT RATED CHARGERS THIS YEAR. OUT OF THE 15 WE HAVE FOUND 2 SO FAR WITH STEERING FAILURES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-rear-brake-pad-rotor-coverage","label":"Rear brake pad incomplete rotor coverage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11324731","quote_1_text":"2019 DODGE CHARGER SCATPACK WITH BREMBO BRAKES. REAR BRAKE PADS ONLY COVERING 80% OF ROTOR","quote_2_odi":"11306986","quote_2_text":"THE REAR BRAKE PADS DO NOT SWEEP THE ENTIRE SURFACE OF THE REAR ROTORS. NEARLY 25% OF THE REAR ROTOR IS NOT IN CONTACT WITH THE REAR BRAKE PADS","quote_3_odi":"11302276","quote_3_text":"I HAVE THE 2019 DODGE SCAT PACK, BASE MODEL, NO OPTIONS. IT COMES WITH THE 4-PISTON BREMBO CALIPERS ON THE REAR WHEELS. THE FACTORY BRAKE PAD ONLY CONTACTS A LITTLE OVER HALF OF THE ROTOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2019-recall-repair-damage","label":"Vehicle damage following airbag recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11722901","quote_1_text":"After the dealer performed the SABIC inflator recall on my Dodge Charger GT, the vehicle immediately developed new electrical failures that were not present before the repair","quote_2_odi":"11670680","quote_2_text":"I brought my vehicle in for a recall to replace the airbags and headliner","quote_3_odi":"11665193","quote_3_text":"Had an airbag recall and dealer tried to fix it and now airbag light is on. This is a safety issue to drive car like this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Air bag deployment malfunction during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11720036","quote_1_text":"I had a accident about 5 days ago where I got in a accident and upon impact my airbags deployed a lot of smoke came out of the air bags I couldn’t c or breathe and I also got burn by the air bags there was a open recall on my dodge charger that they said they took care of how","quote_2_odi":"11588128","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact stated that while driving at 12 MPH and attempting to complete a right turn, the vehicle suddenly began to jerk left to right. As a result, the contact briefly lost control of the vehicle, coming to a complete stop after","quote_3_odi":"11470459","quote_3_text":"Daughter was in accident head on and loss control of car, couldn’t stop because KNEE AIR BAG deployed and wouldn’t allow her to step on brake. The car finally stopped from engine damage after about 200 yards but she almost went into oncoming traffic because she was unable to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Side curtain air bag recall remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11646072","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","quote_2_odi":"11609860","quote_2_text":"This recall has been open for Almost 6 months. The 2020 Dodge charger SRT (specific trim) on NHTSA site shows zero open recalls. But then the vin shows 1 recall which has been open for 6months. I am told by the dealer the SRT trim for it does not have a recall as even NHTSA","quote_3_odi":"11602796","quote_3_text":"Recall has no remedy since march 2024","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-airbags-failed-to-deploy","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11532239","quote_1_text":"On July 1, 2023, I was driving on the I-20 going approximately 70 mph close to mile marker 167 in Talladega County, Alabama, when something hit my windshield causing me to swerve off the road and hitting the side railing. The the front end and the driver's side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11496766","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the contact was struck on the front driver door, causing severe injuries to the contact who was taken to the hospital by ambulance, and severe damage to the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The","quote_3_odi":"11429710","quote_3_text":"The contact's son owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while his son was driving 40 MPH, when another vehicle was making a turn and collided with the front driver side of the vehicle. The contact stated another vehicle pushed his son's vehicle across 10 meters and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11635128","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost automotive power and the steering wheel would seize with no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle then the check engine warning","quote_2_odi":"11453434","quote_2_text":"While traveling on the highway at approx. 70mph at night the vehicle shutdown completely resulting in the loss of throttle, power steering and lights. This is an safety issue that can cause death or serious bodily harm to the driver and other drivers along a motorway as the","quote_3_odi":"11407743","quote_3_text":"STARTED WITH RADIO AND DASH GAUGES RESETTING TO ZERO WHILE DRIVING. MOST RECENTLY, THE CAR RESTARTED WHILE DRIVING. DURING THE RESTART THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE HALT. THIS IS AN INTERMITTENT ISSUE ON A CAR LESS THAN 6 MONTHS OLD AND JUST AT 3,500. AS THIS IS INTERMITTENT,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11447354","quote_1_text":"This was a rental car from Enterprise. It has a sunroof that suddenly exploded while we were on the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11384082","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 DODGE CHARGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 72 MPH, THE CONTACT OPENED THE SUN ROOF VENT SHADE AND THE SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE RESIDENCE AND THEN HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO KLABEN CHRYSLER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2020-uncommanded-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag inflator rupture or uncommanded deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11721443","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal conditions with no collision or impact, the side curtain airbag in my Dodge Charger Scat Pack deployed spontaneously. The deployment caused the headliner and pillar trim to rupture and released what appeared to be metal fragments and more. Occupants","quote_2_odi":"11663892","quote_2_text":"The driver side air bag in the roof of the car deployed when the engine was not on, and no one was in the vehicle. The car was parked in the driveway of the insured's residence when the air bag deployed. No visible damage to the exterior of the vehicle indicating a collision","quote_3_odi":"11536026","quote_3_text":"August 1st 2023, my vehicle was parked in my driveway, approx 1pm PST, i heard a loud bang come from outside. I went to the vehicle and found that the cylinder that would normally hold air for hte side curtain airbag had exploded inside of the vehicle. It sent metal shrapnel all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Curtain airbag recall parts unavailability (24V198000)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11617522","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V198000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11748734","quote_2_text":"While parked in my driveway, the passenger rear side curtain airbag inflated on its own with noone in the car. The car cranks and operates correctly with no indication of a problem with the airbag system. This airbag had been replaced in September of 2025 due to a recall issued…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure while turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11544745","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH and making a left turn, the power steering failed to operate properly, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction. The contact stated that the \"Electric Power Steering Failure\" message was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-exhaust-valve-actuator-spring","label":"Active exhaust valve actuator spring detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11740165","quote_1_text":"Stellantis hasn't put a recall out on the part called Mopar Exhaust Valve Actuator - Mopar (68505881AA). There is a detachable spring that can break over time and its a known common problem. The dealership told me that they can't just order the spring like they use to and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-exterior-lighting","label":"Exterior headlight condensation and intermittent outage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677995","quote_1_text":"condensation in headlight","quote_2_odi":"11660824","quote_2_text":"Headlight low/high beam keeps going out and comes back on. It seems like the wiring harness overheating, bulb is fine but continues to go out and on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-powertrain-transmission","label":"Transmission downshift, hesitation, and gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11480260","quote_1_text":"On numerous occasions, when trying to accelerate quickly in low gears (1 through 3), the vehicle exhibits an obvious restriction and/or lack of thrust. The vehicle does accelerate (sometimes poorly with hesitation) and the RPM's climb, but the power is severely reduced until…","quote_2_odi":"11622931","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Charger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle downshifted with the “Service Transmission” message displayed. The contact stated that the continue to drive and do not shift message was displayed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-rear-door-child-lock","label":"Rear door inoperability from interior regardless of child lock position","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11693721","quote_1_text":"Rear doors cannot be opened from the inside when the child proof locks are in the open position, or the locked position.  They can only be opened for the inside when unlocked from the drivers unlock panel","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and recall eligibility dispute","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11458958","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH, a tiny rock hit the windshield and the windshield cracked. The vehicle was repaired by Safelite at the contact's residence. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, a truck spun out and gravel fell from the truck…","quote_2_odi":"11656119","quote_2_text":"No incident happened.  My 2021 Charger windshield has not been recalled due to the adhesive around the edge of windshield","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-accelerator-pedal-sticking","label":"Accelerator pedal sticking and delayed return","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11579057","quote_1_text":"Accelerator pedal was delayed coming back up when pressed. It is available for inspection. Because of this happening while I was parking the car, it collided with a tree about 20 feet in front of it","quote_2_odi":"11726064","quote_2_text":"The gas peddle got stuck and will not let me stop causing me to hit someone","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-can-bus-telematics-faults","label":"CAN bus and telematics voltage faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714731","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has had continuous electrical failure. The infotainment system download dot jar files daily and display the message of fatal error","quote_2_odi":"11677144","quote_2_text":"The core issue appears to involve high-voltage faults and CAN bus voltage exceeding threshold limits—likely tied to the vehicle’s telematics system","quote_3_odi":"11666172","quote_3_text":"since the purchase of my vehicle one year ago, my vehicle has consistently had codes that listed output to each headlamp, can bus code, it has also had engine control module code","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740951","quote_1_text":"When the condition occurs, the vehicle is unable to exceed approximately 3,500 RPM and experiences engine stalling and loss of power while driving","quote_2_odi":"11647391","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-gear-shifter-failure","label":"Electronic gear shifter failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742209","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Dodge Charger SXT with approximately 26,000 miles has experienced multiple incidents where, while turning into traffic or accelerating from a stop, the vehicle loses the ability to continue driving and displays a message instructing me to shift into Park and then Drive","quote_2_odi":"11724914","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the “Service Shifter” message was intermittently displayed. While driving 60 MPH, the message was displayed and the vehicle shut off immediately","quote_3_odi":"11744212","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to safely move to a parking lot; however, the vehicle could not be shifted into park(P)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake engagement and holding failure","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754637","quote_1_text":"The parking brake system on my 2023 Dodge Charger has repeatedly become loose and does not hold the vehicle securely","quote_2_odi":"11728588","quote_2_text":"Between 12,000 and 13,000 miles, the parking brake pedal on my 2023 Dodge Charger began dropping to the floor with no physical resistance. It would fail to engage unless I rocked the vehicle back and forth","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Charger","model_slug":"charger","cluster_id":"charger-2023-transmission-engagement-delay","label":"Transmission engagement delay after reverse-to-drive shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11641005","quote_1_text":"Transmission slippage when shifting from reverse to drive that causes a 2-3 second delay before transmission engages","quote_2_odi":"11629793","quote_2_text":"I purchased my 2023 Dodge Charger Scatpack 392 on July 22, 2024 and a week later I began to notice that each time I would backup and then shift into drive. There would be a 3 to 4 second delay in the transmission engaging with the drive shaft","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/charger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-brake-stopping-failure","label":"Service brake delayed or reduced stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10808785","quote_1_text":"CASE NUMBER: [XXX] /THIS TRUCK HAS NEVER STOPPED SAFELY SINCE I PURCHASED IT NEW (02-07-2011/ MILEAGE NOW 28455). WHEN YOU HAVE TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP IT MIGHT OR MIGHT NOT BRING IT TO A STOP. LAST WEEK MY WIFE AND I TRIED TO AVOID A COLLISION WHEN A CAR MADE A QUICK TURN IN","quote_2_odi":"10503796","quote_2_text":"REAR BRAKE DRUMS WARPING AFTER BEING PREVIOUSLY REPLACED BY DEALER. REAR BRAKE APPLICATION INCONSISTENT AND ROUGH CAUSING THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE TO \"HOP\" AND LOSE TRACTION WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. VEHICLE LOST CONTROL ON TURN AND SPUN OUT INTO GRASSY AREA. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11132736","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE PUMPED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-engine-failure","label":"Engine knock and coolant leak failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11339556","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ABOUT 5 YEARS AGO FROM A LOCAL DEALER WITH 28,000 MILES ON IT.THE PREVIOUS OWNER BOUGHT IT NEW.I HAVE ALL THE SERVICE RECORDS OF WHAT WAS DONE TO IT INCLUDING OIL CHANGES EVERY 3,000 MILES.HAVE ALWAYS TREATED IT LIKE A BABY AND BRAGGED ABOUT IT.NOW HAS 84,016","quote_2_odi":"11311705","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A COOLANT LEAK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE COOLANT RESERVOIR WAS PUNCTURED BY THE FRONT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-fuel-system-malfunction","label":"Fuel gauge and fuel system malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2013-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10504789","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING TO DINNER. WEATHER WAS COLD IT WAS DARK OUTSIDE BUT NO OTHER ISSUES. FUEL GAUGE WAS READING BETWEEN EMPTY AND 1/4 TANK. WE WERE DRIVING ON A BUSY STRETCH OF HIGHWAY ROUTE 1 NORTH OF DOVER DELAWARE HEADING SOUTH. TRAFFIC WAS MODERATE AT THE TIME. WE","quote_2_odi":"10463259","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. WHILE ADDING GASOLINE TO THE FUEL TANK THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO ADD THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF FUEL TO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO CONFIRMED THAT THE FUEL CANISTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-instrument-cluster-illumination","label":"Instrument cluster backlighting failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11487852","quote_1_text":"The backlighting on the instrument cluster is defective. Only a portion of the gauges are illuminated. Should this occur for the speedometer then driver will not have a way to determine vehicle speed during the nighttime hours","quote_2_odi":"11431961","quote_2_text":"My truck has a white panel that's fading out, turning black. The instrument panel is getting hard to read. Pretty soon I won't be able to see how fast I'm going, how much gas I have, any important gauge's that I need to be able to see at night","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-loss-of-control-rollover","label":"Loss of vehicle control resulting in rollover","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2014-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10667295","quote_1_text":"I WAS GOING 60MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE JUST WENT OUT OF CONTROL FOR NO UNKNOWN REASON. I SLIDE ACROSS THE MEDIAN AND HIT A LOADED TRACTOR/TRAILER HEAD-ON. IT TOOK THE JAWS OF LIFE TO GET ME OUT OF THE TRUCK. I SUFFERED 8 BROKEN RIBS, A BROKEN LEG, BROKEN JAW AND A LACERATION UNDER","quote_2_odi":"10640701","quote_2_text":"EMPEZO A PERDER EL CONTROL DE LA PARTE TRASERA DESDE EL LADO DERECHO HASTA CHOCAR CON LA VALLA DEL CENTRO DEL EXPRESO Y VOLCARME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-rear-axle-pinion-recall","label":"Rear axle pinion nut recall part unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2013-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536281","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A LOUD GRINDING NOISE EMITTED FROM THE REAR AXLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN TIGHTENED THE LOOSE REAR AXLE","quote_2_odi":"10537471","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 13V038000 (POWER TRAIN) HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT HAD RECEIVED THE LETTER SIX MONTHS PRIOR AND STILL HAD NOT HAD THE VEHICLE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dakota","model_slug":"dakota","cluster_id":"dodge-dakota-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair part unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10749677","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V313000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER DID NOT GIVE A SPECIFIC DATE FOR WHEN","quote_2_odi":"10787758","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V313000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE TIME FOR REPAIR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED TEN PARTS PER WEEK. THE DEALER PLACED THE CONTACT ON A WAITING LIST. THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"11044176","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DAKOTA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/dakota","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-brake-booster-vacuum-oil-contamination","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump oil contamination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11756031","quote_1_text":"On June 11, 2026, I took my vehicle to a certified dealership to have safety recall R63 (NHTSA Campaign Number 15V-800) performed. The dealership inspected the vehicle, claimed no oil was found at the break booster, and only replaced the vacuum supply tube, leaving the original","quote_2_odi":"11437710","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V800000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 19V293000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer confirmed that parts were not yet","quote_3_odi":"11727877","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-clutch-pedal-floor-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch pedal sticks to floor from slave cylinder failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11241981","quote_1_text":"CLUTCH GOES STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND DOES NOT COME BACK UP. CAN NOT SHIFT AND/OR ACCELERATE MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED TO ME TWICE. BEEN DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY - TRAFFIC STARTS TO SLOW DOWN, I GO TO SHIFT DOWN AND CLUTCH GOES OUT AND DOESN'T COME","quote_2_odi":"11267618","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDDLE GOES TO FLOOR AND WON'T RETURN IT IS STATED BY MANY OTHERS THAT THE CLUTCH PEDDLE SLAVE CYLINDERS ARE DEFECTIVE IN THESE CARS WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT MADE THE CAR UNSAFE TO DRIVE TRY TO GET IN TO A DODGE DEALERSHIP THEY SAIS IT WILL BE A WEEK BEFORE THEY WILL BE","quote_3_odi":"11233961","quote_3_text":"IN THE MORNINGS WHEN I FIRST START THE CAR MY CLUTCH PEDAL STICKS DOWN AND I HQVE TO PULL IT UP USING MY FOOT/HAND. I HAVE DONE SOME RESEARCH AND THIS IS A WELL KNOWN ISSUE FOR MANUAL TRANSMISSION DARTS. HUNDREDS OF PEOPLE HAVE CALLED CHRYSLER ABIUT THE ISSUE AND THEY REFUSE TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-passenger-airbag-seatbelt-warning","label":"Passenger air bag and seat belt warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11271093","quote_1_text":"WHEN A PASSENGER IS SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WITH THE SEAT BELT CONNECTED, THE VEHICLE IS ILLUMINATED A WARNING LIGHT SAYING PASSENGER SEAT U BUCKLED. THIS IS ALSO CAUSING A \"SERVICE AIRBAG SYSTEM\" TO APPEAR IN THE DASH ALONG WITH THE WARNING LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11243719","quote_2_text":"MY DAUGHTER HAS A 2013 DODGE DART AND HER SERVICE AIR BAG SYSTEM LIGHT CAME ON AND THE SEAT BELT SHOWS THAT NOT BUCKELED WHEN SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT.TALKING WITH A MECHANIC THIS MEANS THAT THE AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND THIS IS A MAJOR CONCERN DUE TO THE LIFE OF MY","quote_3_odi":"11253080","quote_3_text":"CAR IS GIVING CODE B0052-13 AND IS TURNING OFF AIR BAG AND SHOWING SRS CODE WITH SEATBELT OFF CODE FOR PASSENGER AIR BAG. SEATBELT IS FAULTY AND NOT COVERED UNDER ANY FACTORY WARRANTY. MY CONCERN IS IF MY CAR IS IN AN ACCIDENT MY PASSENGER WILL NOT BE PROTECTED AND COULD CAUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-shifter-cable-disengagement","label":"Transmission shifter cable disengagement from gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11758497","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V674000 (Power Train). The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and attempting to turn off the vehicle, the vehicle failed to turn off. The contact discovered that the","quote_2_odi":"11245276","quote_2_text":"I WAS PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND WENT TO SHIFT FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE. MY SHIFT WOULD MOVE, BUT MY CAR WAS STUCK IN NEUTRAL. I HAD TO PUSH MY CAR OUT OF THE ROAD AND SINCE IT WAS NOT IN PARK, COULD NOT COMPLETELY TURN IT OFF AND REMOVE MY KEY. I SET THE EMERGENCY BRAKE AND","quote_3_odi":"11730569","quote_3_text":"I took the vehicle in for recall last year and it would not work within 5 months and I saw a transmission warning something about tcm or tsm. I called the dealership and the mfg and both would not pay for the tow and the car sat in my parking lot over the winter. About 4 weeks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-tcm-dual-clutch-actuator-failure","label":"Transmission control module and dual-clutch actuator failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11569902","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Dart. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shifted into neutral without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would not shift into drive or reverse with a message stating that the gear was not available. The","quote_2_odi":"11585594","quote_2_text":"On January 1, 2024 I was getting in my car to go to work. My car would not shift into drive, or reverse. It said \"gear not available\" After about 30 minutes, it finally went into drive. While driving to work, my car shifting into neutral on it's own. I took my car to a local","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2013-wiper-multifunction-switch-failure","label":"Windshield wiper multifunction switch failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11266886","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE DART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS DID NOT STOP WHEN THE WIPER BUTTON WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KEFFER CHRYSLER DODGE (8214 E INDEPENDENCE BLVD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28227) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE WINDSHIELD","quote_2_odi":"11246272","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD WIPER STALK MALFUNCTIONS, CAUSING THE WIPERS TO STAY IN THE ON POSITION EVEN WHEN THE SWITCH ON THE STALK SAYS OFF. THROUGH NORMAL DRIVER USE, THE SPRING/RIBBON BEHIND THE STALK BREAKS OR SEVERS AND USE OF WIPERS AND MIST IS COMPROMISED. WITH WIPERS ONLY WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11241679","quote_3_text":"THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITHC ON THE VEHICLE WHICH CONTROLS THE WIPERS, HIGH BEAMS, AND TURN SIGNALS IS KNOWN TO BREAK THROUGH WEAR AND TEAR OR NORMAL USE. THE SWITCH IS RAN BY A RIBBON WHICH CONTROLS THE DIFFERENT FUNCTIONS OF THE SWITCH AND THROUGH NORMAL USE THIS PART IS KNOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster oil contamination and brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11734334","quote_1_text":"My Dart is having the exact braking issue that’s included in the 15V-800 (FCA Recall R63) recall, but my VIN isn’t included in the recall. I just had a local shop tell me that the brake booster is the problem","quote_2_odi":"11113894","quote_2_text":"CHRYSLER GROUP LLC (CHRYSLER) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013-2014 DODGE DART VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FEBRUARY 27, 2012 TO JANUARY 23, 2014 AND EQUIPPED WITH EITHER A 2.0L OR 2.4L ENGINE. IN AFFECTED VEHICLES, ENGINE OIL FROM THE VACUUM PUMP MAY SEEP INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER","quote_3_odi":"11534504","quote_3_text":"Car was towed into Dave's Corner Auto Care [XXX] . Customer complaint, had lost brake s ,pedel went all the way down to the floor. We found both front brake hose appeared to have ruptured with a parel split in both hoses close to the crimp of the hoses at the holder bracket area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-clutch-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11528524","quote_1_text":"I've had 0 signs of clutch issues in my 2014 dart. All of a sudden. It went. A peice has some how out of no where just fell off resulting in barely able to move it. This went while on the highway out of no where while.driving","quote_2_odi":"11438053","quote_2_text":"Clutch wouldn’t decompress and stuck to the floor. Couldn’t shift gear while I while driving and I had to pull over. Luckily there was no traffic at the time. Waiting for the dealership get back to me on a response. They haven’t checked it out yet","quote_3_odi":"11351532","quote_3_text":"CLUTCH MALFUNCTION PREVIOUS RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11413141","quote_1_text":"THE CAR DIES WHILE DRIVING. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON. WILL START BACK UP BUT JUST DIES AND CODE READ DOESN'T EXPLAIN WHY OR WHAT MIGHT BE NEEDED. HAVE REPLACED BATTERY, THERMOSTAT EVEN THOUGH NEVER RAN HOT, AND OIL+FILTER. HAS GAS","quote_2_odi":"11366250","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING, HAPPENS MULTIPLE TIMES. PLENTY OF FUEL AND OIL LEVEL IS WITHIN OPERATIONAL STANDARDS","quote_3_odi":"11128656","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS WHILE MOVING FOR NO REASON, SEVERAL DASH LIGHTS COME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11266653","quote_1_text":"MY GRAND MOTHER WAS DRIVING HER 2014 DODGE DART AND HER ELECTRONIC DASH CLUSTER QUIT WORKING WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING. THE DASH CLUSTER IN HER CAR IS THE SPEEDOMETER AND ALL NECESSARY GAUGES AND DISPLAYS. WHEN WE TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER THE DEALER SAID THAT IT WAS A KNOWN ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11255571","quote_2_text":"MY GRANDMA WAS DRIVING HER CAR IN TOWN AND THE DASH CLUSTER QUIT WORKING. I TRIED CHECKING FUSES AND DID NOT FIND ANYTHING SIMPLE TO FIX THE DASH CLUSTER TO QUIT WORKING. SHE TOOK THE CAR TO THE LOCAL DODGE DEALER WHERE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED","quote_3_odi":"11255624","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR IN TOWN AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE DASH CLUSTER QUIT WORKING. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 30 MPH ON A SMALL TOWN CITY STREET. WHEN I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR THEY SAID THAT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11431138","quote_1_text":"I pull out in front of car don't know if car is going to or lag. Eats oil","quote_2_odi":"11297374","quote_2_text":"CAR IS BURNING OIL CAUSING IT TO STALL","quote_3_odi":"11675448","quote_3_text":"I got the email and the postcard in the mail stating there was a U90 recall for my car. That was over a year ago. I called Betten-Baker in Lowell, MI. they put me on a \"list\" and said they'd call me, haven't heard from them, it's been 10 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-shift-cable-loss-of-park","label":"Shift cable failure preventing park engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11753029","quote_1_text":"bushing fault and disconnection of gear shifter operation","quote_2_odi":"11365540","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SOMETIMES WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PARK. I HAVE TO REPEATEDLY SHIFT AND RESTART WHEN STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11218366","quote_3_text":"CAR WILL NOT GO INTO PARK WHEN TRYING TO PARK. CAR SAYS NOT I. PARK AND WILL NOT TURN OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2014-tcm-shift-to-neutral","label":"Transmission control module unintended shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11140109","quote_1_text":"UPON FIRST DRIVING EVERY TIME IT DECELERATION AND IT A COMPLETE STOP THE CAR SHIFTS INTO NEUTRAL AND POWERS DOWN. THIS HAS HAPPENED TEN DAYS IN A ROW","quote_2_odi":"11172544","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING CAUSING THE CAR TO LOSE MOBILITY CAUSING A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN","quote_3_odi":"11376471","quote_3_text":"P0706 TCM ISSUE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GOING INTO LIMP MODE WON'T GO INTO DRIVE SOMETIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11457849","quote_1_text":"Airbags did not deploy during a crash. At Fault driver came into my husbands lane and hit him causing severe front end damage","quote_2_odi":"11486086","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while at a complete stop, she was rear-ended by a vehicle at approximately 45 MPH. White smoke emitted from the front driver-side air bag upon impact; however, the air bag failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11572541","quote_3_text":"Service airbag system warning light comes on intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure and loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11678670","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was traveling northbound when green light turned red. Steady press of the brakes revealed the brake pedal had no travel. Pumped and held brake pedal to try to stop. Pedal gave way after vehicle entered the intersection causing collision with another motor vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11423356","quote_2_text":"Attempted to stop at a stop sign and the brake pedal sank with a hissing noise and then became very hard to operate","quote_3_odi":"11342075","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE DODGE DART 2015, GOING DOWNHILL AT ABOUT ~40MPH, I WAS BRAKING TO DECREASE SPEED THEN THE BRAKE PEDAL LOST PRESSURE AND WAS UNABLE TO USE THE BRAKES IN ORDER TO SLOW DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-clutch-pedal-failure","label":"Clutch pedal sticking and hydraulic clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11475459","quote_1_text":"The clutch pedal stuck to the floor making it difficult to get the vehicle out of gear and stranding the car","quote_2_odi":"11361722","quote_2_text":"CLUTCH PEDAL GETS STUCK CLOSE TO THE FLOOR UPON START UP AND CLUTCH MAY NOT RE-ENGAGE WHEN UP SHIFTING. HAPPENED ON A BUSY CITY STREET AS WELL AS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN TRYING TO MERGE INTO THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11383920","quote_3_text":"I PUSHED IN THE CLUTCH PEDAL TO SHIFT GEARS AND I HEARD A LOUD CLICK. I LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL WAS STUCK, PUSHED ALL THE WAY IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck with shifter in Park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11671210","quote_1_text":"Unable to remove key from ignition have to wiggle the gear selector to be able to remove key","quote_2_odi":"11364260","quote_2_text":"KEY IS STAYING STUCK IN THE IGNITION. I HAVE TO KEEP PUTTING IT IN AND OUT OF PARK UNITL IT RECOGNIZES IT IS IN PARK TO SHUT OFF AND RELEASE THE KEY","quote_3_odi":"11602877","quote_3_text":"Key fob gets stuck in the ignition. I have to set in the car for about 10 minutes before it will release","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11396044","quote_1_text":"MY 2015 DODGE DART WITH 2.4L ENGINE CONSUMES LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL. I HAVE TO CHECK THE OIL AN ADD FREQUENTLY TO MAINTAIN A SAFE LEVEL. (UP TO 1 QUART EVERY 2,000 MILES)","quote_2_odi":"11450540","quote_2_text":"My Dodge Dart with 2.4L engine was recalled for excessive oil consumption. On 09/09/2021 the vehicle was brought in for service and I was told the PCM was to be reprogrammed and that would fix the excessive oil consumption issue","quote_3_odi":"11473100","quote_3_text":"The engine consumes a lot of oil and there is no warning light to inform you of this occurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission shift cable and bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11753178","quote_1_text":"During this normal shifting process, the transmission shift cable failed/broke, causing the vehicle to become stuck in Reverse and preventing me from safely shifting the vehicle into Park or another gear","quote_2_odi":"11745076","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed, they came to a stop and the shifter cable fell off, causing the transmission to drop into reverse","quote_3_odi":"11751054","quote_3_text":"DROVE VEHICLE FROM THE MARKET TO HOME AND VEHICLE LOST SHIFT CAPABILITY IN THE PROCESS OF PUTTING CAR FROM DRIVE POSITION INTO PARK. HAD TO USE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO HOLD CAR FROM MOVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2015-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11327941","quote_1_text":"SEVERAL DIFFERENT INCIDENTS, IN MOTION, ON HIGHWAY, ENGINE STALLED, NEARLY REAR ENDED BY TRACTOR TRAILER","quote_2_odi":"11375129","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WILL THEN STOP RUNNING WHILE I'M IN DRIVE, STEERING WHEEL LOCKS UP BUT RADIO AND EVERYTHING WILL STILL BE ON","quote_3_odi":"11711786","quote_3_text":"I will be driving and there’s a click and suddenly no power just goes dead","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-brake-booster-oil-contamination","label":"Brake booster failure from oil contamination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524272","quote_1_text":"Oil contamination was found it then take booster and check valve causing low brake pedal and the brake pedal to fall to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11535053","quote_2_text":"Was stopped, with foot on brake dropping kids off at school Heard a pop and hiss. Brake pedal became rock hard, and car rolled into kids crossing road for the school","quote_3_odi":"11242449","quote_3_text":"PUT MY CAR INTO REVERSE AS I WAS BACKING OUT BRAKES FELT STIFF AND HARD TOOK TIME TO SLOW DOWN. I HAD TO USE THE HAND BRAKE TO STOP THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-clutch-system-failure","label":"Clutch and clutch hydraulic system failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11360723","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE DART. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLUTCH FAILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM OF WALLA WALLA (2695 E ISAACS AVE, WALLA WALLA, WA 99362), AND THE DEALER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11208646","quote_2_text":"I JUST BROUGHT MY DODGE GT AND THE CLUTCH WENT OUT ON IT AT 48,000 MILES. TECHNICIAN STATED THAT MASTER CYLINDER AND MANY OTHER PARTS WERE MALFUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11190311","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE DART. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CLUTCH PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CURB AND DAMAGED THE BUMPER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-infotainment-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment and gauge cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11375213","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME THE CAR IS DRIVEN, THE SCREEN, BLACKS OUT AND THE RADIO SHUTS OFF. IT THEN \"REBOOTS\" AND WORKS FOR A LITTLE BIT BEFORE THE SCREEN GOES WHITE AND \"REBOOTS\"","quote_2_odi":"11319726","quote_2_text":"WHEN BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY THE TOUCHSCREEN WENT COMPLETELY BLACK. AFTER FINISHING BACKING UP GOT INTO THE MAIN ROAD, THE SCREEN STAYED BLACK FOR A MINUTE","quote_3_odi":"11153583","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLES GAUGES MAKE A NOISY CLICKING SOUND AFTER YOU TURN OFF THE VEHICLE. THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH AND THE LIGHTS ON THE STEERING WHEEL TOGGLE ON AND OFF WHILE THIS IS HAPPENING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Engine stall from excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11383144","quote_1_text":"2.4-LITER TIGERSHARK ENGINE CHRYSLER DODGE AUTOMOTIVES ROUTINELY OVERCONSUME OIL, CAUSING COSTLY MAINTENANCE. THE OIL OVERCONSUMPTION ALSO LEADS TO LOW OIL PRESSURE, TRIGGERING A DEFECT IN THE AFFECTED DODGE DART VEHICLE TO SPONTANEOUSLY SHUT OFF WHILE IN OPERATION","quote_2_odi":"11361535","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING AND THE ENGINE STALLED AND CUT OFF W/O WARNING IN TRAFFIC DUE TO LOW OIL PRESSURE. 2.4L ENGINE CONSUMING OIL DUE TO SCARRING OF THE CYLINDER WALLS FROM THE PISTONS","quote_3_odi":"11230764","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE DART. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL BEEPING NOISE. UPON OPENING THE HOOD, THE CONTACT CHECKED THE OIL AND NOTICED THAT THE DIPSTICK WAS BONE DRY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-shift-cable-park-failure","label":"Transmission shift cable failure and loss of Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737242","quote_1_text":"The transmission shift cable on the vehicle may fail to maintain its connection to the transmission. According to the manufacturer’s safety notice, this defect results in an unexpected and unrecoverable loss of PARK function","quote_2_odi":"11737494","quote_2_text":"after starting my car and putting it in reverse the gear stopped shifting. after lifting up the cover for the knob i found that the shifter cable snapped. i called the dealership and was told about the recall","quote_3_odi":"11244618","quote_3_text":"MY 2016 DODGE DART HAS BEEN SITTING AT A LOCAL DEALERSHIP SINCE VERY BEGINNING OF JUNE 2019- DUE TO V34 NHTSA 19V293 TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE BUSHING RECALL!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Dart","model_slug":"dart","cluster_id":"dart-2016-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11634453","quote_1_text":"My windshield wipers stopped working. I have tested the motor and the multi switch. They’re all functioning. There is a recall for windshield wipers just not for my VIN number same make and model","quote_2_odi":"11428153","quote_2_text":"My wipers randomly go off or don’t want to work. I seen a recall for this on 2016 cars but it says mine is not one of them","quote_3_odi":"11186288","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING CAR DOWN THE HIGHWAY WENT TO SPRAY WINDOW WITH WASHER FLUID AND THE FLUID CAME OUT BUT THE WIPER USUALLY MOVE 3 TIMES AND THEY DID NOT WORK SO I MANUALLY TURNED THEY WIPER ON AND THEY WOULD NOT MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/dart","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2005,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2005-4wd-self-engagement","label":"Transfer case self-engages into 4WD or 4LO while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":1567,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10949328","quote_1_text":"4 WHEEL DRIVE ENGAGES BY ITSELF. VEHICLE CAN BE RUNNING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, IDLING, OR COMPLETELY OFF AND THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE WILL SHIFT FROM AWD TO LOCKED TO LOW","quote_2_odi":"10992820","quote_2_text":"I VEHICLE LIKES TO TURN ITS 4 WHEEL DRIVE ON WHILE I AM MAKING TURNS. ALSO WHEN IT IS PARKED YOU CAN HEAR THE 4 WHEEL DRIVE SYSTEM MAKING CLICKING NOISES","quote_3_odi":"11492165","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2005 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the gears inadvertently shifted from AWD to 4WD-Low","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2005,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2005-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":1567,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11398282","quote_1_text":"STALLS WHEN DRIVING. NO WARNING, STEERING AND BRAKES DO NOT WORK WHEN THIS HAPPENS. NO WARNING, NO WARNING LIGHTS","quote_2_odi":"10955256","quote_2_text":"MY DURANGO STALLED TWICE YESTERDAY, 2/16/17, AS I WAS IDLING WHILE STOPPED. IT GAVE NO WARNING LIGHTS, NO SPUTTERING, JUST QUIETLY SHUT ITSELF OFF","quote_3_odi":"11421066","quote_3_text":"Engine is intermittent stalling when driving or taking a sharp corner at Low speed. The vehicle engine has just stalled when driving at different speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2005,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2005-fuel-filler-neck-spitback","label":"Fuel spits back from filler neck during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":1567,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11251990","quote_1_text":"GAS GUSHES OUT OF THE FILL TUBE WHEN THE TANK BECOMES FULL. IT DOESN'T SEEM TO MATTER HOW FAST OR SLOW THE TANK IS FILLED","quote_2_odi":"11172156","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS FILLING THE FUEL TANK, FUEL SPILLED OUT. THE CONTACT WAS NOT ABLE TO COMPLETE FILLING THE TANK","quote_3_odi":"11640321","quote_3_text":"My car is having identical symptoms to a recall for it, but dodge is saying my vehicle is \"Not affected\", despite having identical symptoms from an identical cause","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2005,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2005-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":1567,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11019278","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL...........DODGE STILL HASN'T REPLACED THE AFFECTED AIR BAG","quote_2_odi":"10958502","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11024925","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V313000 AND 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-air-bag-warning-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and deployment failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11486901","quote_1_text":"Durango was T-boned on driver's side. Durango was turning left into a parking lot from a county road. Tahoe was going 50-55+mph in the same lane and direction as Durango. Durango put on left turn signal, slowed down to ~10mph, and turned left towards parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11441068","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that after start-up, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer where she was informed that the wiring on the inside of the driver’s side belt buckle was defective","quote_3_odi":"11420691","quote_3_text":"We were sitting in the driveway, getting ready to go, and all of the sudden the passenger side airbag exploded open, without any warning hitting my passenger in the head. There was no warning at all, it just deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-alternator-fire-pcm-damage","label":"Alternator failure with smoke or fire damaging PCM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11611380","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while exiting her residential driveway, driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that several warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that she heard a noise that came from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11113275","quote_2_text":"THE ALTERNATOR CAUSES MY TRUCK TO STALL AT TIMES, AND NOT START AT OTHER TIMES, I HAVE GONE THROUGH TWO BATTERIES AS A RESULT OF THIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-fuel-pump-relay-stall","label":"Fuel pump relay stall / loss of power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11759386","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the vehicle shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where the fuel pump relay was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V813000 (Electrical System)","quote_2_odi":"11442844","quote_2_text":"All current recalls have been performed on this vehicle. While making left and right hand turns after coasting down from a highway speed (55MPH or greater) the vehicle will stall. We will loose all power steering and brakes","quote_3_odi":"11094029","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLING WHILE DRIVING, SPECIALLY WHILE TAKING A TURN. THIS CAUSE LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER IN THE CAR INCLUDING THE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-hemi-cam-lifter-failure","label":"5.7L Hemi camshaft and lifter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11166046","quote_1_text":"5.7L HEMI ENGINE DEFECT: AT 105,665 MILES THE ENGINE HAS DEVELOPED A FLATTENED CAM ALONG WITH DAMAGED LIFTERS AT NUMBER EIGHT CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"11231842","quote_2_text":"HEMI V8 CAM & LIFTERS FAILURE DOE TO DESIGN FLAW HAD TO ALSO CHANGE OIL PUMP DOE TO METAL SHAVINGS GETTING IN THERE COSTLY REPAIR MINE HAPPENED AT 144,000","quote_3_odi":"11403635","quote_3_text":"MY LIFTERS AND CAM SHAFT IS OUT IN MY MOTOR AND WHEN CALLED FOR PRICING FOR A NEW MOTOR THEY SAY THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL NOW I HAVE TO PAY DODGE $3800 DOLLARS TO REPLACE EVERYTHING AND I JUST HAVE 118 THOUSAND MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake pedal and booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11288622","quote_1_text":"THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE SIMPLY BROKE UPON REGULAR DEPLOYMENT. THE FAILURE HAPPENED ON A LOW GRADE HILL, NOT A STEEP HILL. THE DEALERSHIP, KING'S DODGE, CINCINNATI, REPORTED THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS WEATHER CORROSION TO THE COMPONENTS","quote_2_odi":"11110830","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO ENGAGE. IN ORDER TO AVOID A REAR END COLLISON, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND DROVE ONTO A GRASS MEDIAN","quote_3_odi":"11698315","quote_3_text":"Had an oil check in which they checked the breaks. Reported breaks as a 3. They recommended new brake pads. I only put 6000 miles on the car since I purchased it. It has 24747 miles and needs new rear brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2011-transfer-case-awd-low","label":"Transfer case stuck in AWD low","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":798,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11288956","quote_1_text":"TRANSFER CASE SWITCHES FROM AWD TO AWD LOW ON ITS OWN WHICH CAN CAUSE A ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY. THE TRANSFER CASE WILL NOT SWITCH TO AWD LOW WHEN BUTTON IS ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"11257867","quote_2_text":"IT GOES INTO 4LOW WITHOUT TURNING THE SWITCH ON. MAKES IT UNSAFE TO TURN SHARP AND FAST. WE REPLACED THE TRANSFER CASE SWITCH AND IT STILL DOES IT","quote_3_odi":"11343978","quote_3_text":"MY CAR GETS STUCK IN 4LOW WHEN IN AWD. CAR STALLS ALL THE TIME THEY HAVE NOT FIXED THAT RECALL AS OF YET. MY CHECK ENGINE COMES ON AND TIRE SENSORS TO 0 ON ALL SIDES WHEN TIRES ARE FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-active-headrest-deploy","label":"Active head restraint deploying without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11572408","quote_1_text":"My fairly new teen driver drove the car to the gym and the headrest basically “exploded” onto the back of his head with a swift blow. He had a very bad headache and was really freaked out. There were no lights, no notice, no impact. Just out of the blue drivers side","quote_2_odi":"11513089","quote_2_text":"The truck was in park and idling. We were not moving. There were no abnormal lights on the gage cluster. Out of knowwhere the head rest exploded forward and hit the back of my father-in-laws head. He is OK but it was a hard hit and left him sore. Luckily we were not driving on","quote_3_odi":"11366397","quote_3_text":"AS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY PASSENGER SIDE HEADREST DEPLOYED INTO THE BACK OF MY PASSENGER'S HEAD.*DT CONSUMER HAD A WHIPLASH. DEALER WAS CONTACTED.*JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-alternator-fire-pcm","label":"Alternator overheating or fire that damages the PCM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11694892","quote_1_text":"Alternator went out and fried the pcm. I know certain vehicles were on the recall for this and mine was not one of them but odd that it happened anyways","quote_2_odi":"11608818","quote_2_text":"While driving our 2012 Dodge Durango in town, we noticed the battery warning light come on and a hot smell coming from the vehicle. We were not far from home so we limped it back home to the garage to see what was going on. When we lifted the hood, there was a very overwhelming","quote_3_odi":"11544238","quote_3_text":"While picking my son up from religion my vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. Thankfully I was pulling into the church parking lot and was in no real danger. I tried to jump start the vehicle with no success, but did notice the insulation on the jumper cables had started to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Coolant loss and overheating from radiator or thermostat","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11458887","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started overheating. The contact pulled safely off the highway and turned the vehicle off and waited for nearly an hour before restarting the vehicle and driving back to her","quote_2_odi":"11458285","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle started lagging. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle on the side of the road and noticed the engine","quote_3_odi":"11268491","quote_3_text":"TWICE IN THREE YEARS TIME THE UPPER RADIATOR HOSE HAS BEEN DESTROYED BY THE CLOSEST PULLEY ON THE ENGINE. WHEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY THERE IS LESS THAN 1 INCH OF CLEARANCE BETWEEN THE HOSE AND PULLEY. THIS SEEMS LIKE A VERY SERIOUS DESIGN FLAW ON THE HEMI 5.7","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-front-airbag-no-deploy","label":"Front air bags failing to deploy in a frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11442451","quote_1_text":"Hard, front collision with deer, spun several times before rolling over a couple times down a small hill. Side air bags deployed but front did not deploy resulting in severer and additional driver injuries including but not limited to chest contusions, spleen hematoma and","quote_2_odi":"11378468","quote_2_text":"ON NOV 28 2020 I WAS INVOLVED IN A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT IN MY 2012 DODGE DURANGO. I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 45 MPH ON A DRY 2 WAY ROAD, WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME AND I WAS UNABLE TO AVOID A COLLISION. THE ACCIDENT WAS BAD ENOUGH TO FLIP THE OTHER VEHICLE AND","quote_3_odi":"11317778","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HER DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE IN FRONT MADE A SUDDEN STOP, AS A RESULT THE DAUGHTER WAS UNABLE TO BRAKE IN TIME TO AFFORD A REAR END COLLISION. THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-fuel-pump-relay-stall","label":"Fuel pump relay stall and no-start under recall 19V-813","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11374921","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS HAD AN OPEN RECALL FOR OVER A YEAR ABOUT THE FUEL PUMP RELAY. MY VEHICLE HAS STOPPED RUNNING A FEW TIMES WHILE BEING DRIVEN ON THE FREEWAY. AT FIRST, IT WAS ABLE TO RESTART AFTER A FEW MINUTES. THEN, THE VEHICLE DID NOT START AT ALL. DODGE SAYS THEY STILL DO NOT","quote_2_odi":"11492530","quote_2_text":"While driving, the ignition switch may fail and think that the key has been removed. This results in a total loss of power and the engine cutting off. The result is very limited steering and braking capability. This has happen to me more than 20 times in the pass 2 months","quote_3_odi":"11337350","quote_3_text":"RECALL 19V-813 IS FOR SAFETY AND HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED SINCE THE ENGINE BEGAN STOPPING IN 2013 NOR SINCE THE FIRST RECALL OR SINCE THE SECOND RECALL IN NOVEMBER 2019. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND I HAVE HAD THE CAR STOP WHILE DRIVING AND NOT RESTART. SOMETIMES IT DOES NOT START IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2012-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft wear leading to rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11520107","quote_1_text":"Sudden loud knocking then pop, started smoking pulled over immediately. Due to rod bearing failure rod went through block and all oil came out. Vehicle is available for inspection. Drivers safety was at risk because vehicle lost power and was unable to exit the roadway in a","quote_2_odi":"11493575","quote_2_text":"The Engine seized due to rod bearing Chrysler has recall number 11V487000 it has never been done on my truck and is no showing","quote_3_odi":"11326764","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED FLASHING. RECEIVED CODE FOR MISFIRE ON CYLINDER #8. TOOK TO DEALER, DIAGNOSED AS WORN CAMSHAFT DUE TO LIFTER FAILURE. INITIALLY QUOTED $4700 TO REPAIR, THEN TOLD DODGE WOULD NOT WARRANTY THE WORK DUE TO POSSIBILITY OF METAL SHAVINGS IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2013-active-head-restraint-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11559363","quote_1_text":"The active head rest restraint deployed on the driver side while driving. The plastic holding the rod failed causing this to happen. Not very safe and concerned about the passenger side deploying","quote_2_odi":"11532381","quote_2_text":"The active restraint in the driver’s side headrest deployed on it’s own without the vehicle being in a collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2013-alternator-smoke-fire","label":"Alternator failure with smoke or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11658435","quote_1_text":"Alternator over heated and stalled the vehicle without warning","quote_2_odi":"11377085","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE DURANGO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF THE ROAD AND THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND NOTICED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2013-cylinder-head-camshaft-oil-filter","label":"Cylinder head, camshaft, and oil filter housing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11437020","quote_1_text":"check engine light came on at 110,000 miles Cylinder #5 misfire cam shaft and lifter completely destroyed engine had to be replaced $8,000 !!","quote_2_odi":"11450779","quote_2_text":"Leaking oil filter housing which seems to be a very common manufacturer defect","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2013-fuel-pump-relay-recall-stall","label":"Fuel pump relay recall stall/no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11430107","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that she was unable to start the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated she was able to start the vehicle after the third attempt. The contact stated she had experienced the","quote_2_odi":"11518202","quote_2_text":"the recall that Dodge had in 2021 on the fuel relay switch pretty sure mine was no good when they put it into my car. At times it just turns over and over but will not start this started after the recall of the fuel relay switch that they done","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2013-water-pump-thermostat-radiator","label":"Water pump, thermostat, and radiator replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11602461","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway and turn off the vehicle. No warning lights","quote_2_odi":"11628868","quote_2_text":"See attached document for complaint","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint inadvertent deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11721043","quote_1_text":"On February 6, 2026, while driving my 2014 Dodge Durango at normal speed, the driver’s seat headrest suddenly and unexpectedly deployed/exploded, striking the back of my head","quote_2_odi":"11666774","quote_2_text":"Driving 2014 Dodge Durango when the active headrest restraint on the passenger seat activated. No accident or impact to the vehicle during incident. Resulted in passenger receiving a solid \"punch\" to the back of the head and neck resulting in headaches for a week","quote_3_odi":"11404604","quote_3_text":"THEY WERE STATIONARY SITTING AT IDLE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT SYSTEM IN THE DRIVER SEAT DEPLOYED NARROWLY MISSING MY WIFE'S FACE AS SHE WAS TURNED AROUND LOOKING AT THE CHILDREN IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-electrical-low-voltage-stall","label":"Low voltage warning and unexpected stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11646468","quote_1_text":"The alternator failed, and my battery would not take a charge. Had scanner used and report showed faulty alternator. I was driving and went into a parking slot, when I put gear in park, all power went out","quote_2_odi":"11458275","quote_2_text":"2014 Durango suddenly started to not respond to throttle, and dash showed low voltage and stop running. After jumpstarting Durango shows only 10v on display and confirmed with voltmeter at alternator","quote_3_odi":"11430413","quote_3_text":"The “service shifter” warning comes on and the gears begin to change on their own. This happen out of the blue and while driving the vehicle. Other dash board issues then come on and the car begins to say to service just about everything and then turns off the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking noise leading to internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11576491","quote_1_text":"A new 3.6 Pentastar engine was installed in my 2014 Dodge Durango in July 2019, this repair was over $5,000 and FCA only granted a $1300 goodwill towards the cost. After maintaining the vehicle with a new engine in it, this engine is now failing too","quote_2_odi":"11533561","quote_2_text":"Manifold bolts regularly break on Dodge Durango V8 vehicles. Mine are broken, which results in exhaust leak and interferes with the exhaust system, leading to engine check lights and potentially other performance or emissions issues","quote_3_odi":"11447070","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine. The knocking had increased over time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Power liftgate strut mounting bolt breaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11577887","quote_1_text":"Rear liftgate strut stud ball mount broke and the tailgate slammed on my wife’s head. She was knocked to the ground and her neck has hurt for months now","quote_2_odi":"11441252","quote_2_text":"The power liftgate strut broke off at the mounting stud causing the liftgate to slam down uncontrolled. This could easily cause injury especially to a child","quote_3_odi":"11436864","quote_3_text":"The power lift gate failed and I was hit pretty hard. Would have been worse if it was my wife or kids and probably would have been more than an bruise and being sore","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-seatbelt-retraction-failure","label":"Seat belt fails to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11710099","quote_1_text":"The passenger side seatbelt retractor broke, will not release seat belt at all. I am aware that NHTSA did testing in this particular year and model, and some are covered and some are not included in the recall, to be determined by the last 8 digits of the vin #","quote_2_odi":"11634002","quote_2_text":"I have a 2014 Dodge Durango. The driver side seat belt will no longer retract. I took vehicle to the nearest dealership, and they said a repair would not be covered under warranty and quoted me at $375.00 for a $50 part and the rest being labor for about 1.5 hours of work","quote_3_odi":"11412781","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT WON'T RETRACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2014-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in rear taillight assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11743817","quote_1_text":"Water leaks into and pools in the tail lights causing the tail light to go out. Other drivers can't see the back of the car at night thus increasing risk of rear end collision. The problem was confirmed by the dealer and I was told that it is a very common problem on this model","quote_2_odi":"11568207","quote_2_text":"The rear light bar in my vehicle has repeatedly failed in my nine years of ownership. It first occurred in 2015 under the 36,000-mile warranty, followed by three more failures every two years, with the latest at 84,000 miles in 2024","quote_3_odi":"11415713","quote_3_text":"REAR RACETRACK LIGHT BAR. WATER INSIDE THE HOUSING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-electrical-fire","label":"Vehicle fire attributed to electrical system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11690903","quote_1_text":"My Durango was sitting for 2days and caught on fire.Started in the rear back of the truck on the passenger side. Fire Dept said it was Electrical and 10,000 dollars of damage","quote_2_odi":"11679862","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact returned to the vehicle to retrieve a work bag from the trunk. The contact noticed that there was smoke inside the vehicle, and flames were coming from underneath the front passenger's side seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-engine-tick-rocker-arms","label":"Engine ticking from rocker arm and lifter wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11567069","quote_1_text":"Audible ticking noise from valve train. Upon further inspection a discovered a damaged roller follower. Cause of damage was the failure of the needle bearings within the roller follower","quote_2_odi":"11435319","quote_2_text":"There is a ticking sound coming from my engine. The dealer told me I need to replace my rocker arms","quote_3_odi":"11653118","quote_3_text":"Oil Filter Housing Cracked resulting in a major oil leak . My vehicle just turned 125,000 miles. it ended up with an engine knock and needing to replace all of the lifters","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-fuel-pump-relay-no-start","label":"Fuel pump and relay failure causing no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11727199","quote_1_text":"The fuel pump system has failed. The vehicle will turn over but will not start, it tries to start but keeps dying out as it’s cranking over","quote_2_odi":"11444887","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will not starts (even though it cranks). The problem as with previous model year Durangos is the Fuel Pump Relay (FPR) inside the Total Integrated Power Module (TIPM)","quote_3_odi":"11433242","quote_3_text":"Vehicle came to an abrupt stop on road. I was unable to get my vehicle into neutral or drive to safely move my vehicle to the side of the road. After several failed attempts to restart my vehicle, a tow truck company had to tow my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11701573","quote_1_text":"The driver's side head rest deployed while I was driving on the highway without any collision and struck me in the back of the head hard. I did experience some whiplash symptoms for a few days as was confirmed by my chiropractor doctor","quote_2_odi":"11707352","quote_2_text":"While the vehicle was parked and not in operation, the passenger-side active head restraint suddenly deployed forward on its own. There was no collision, no braking event, no external force, and no warning lamps, messages or other systems of the problem or that it was going to…","quote_3_odi":"11450935","quote_3_text":"The active head restraint deployed without a crash or rear impact. The plastic part that holds a metal pin has broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-seat-belt-retractor","label":"Seat belt retractor and buckle failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11448551","quote_1_text":"First noticed the seat belt not retracting completely on the driver seat. When buckled the seatbelt feels loose and when unbuckling it has to be physically moved to the side to be able to exit vehicle. This issue has started happening on the front passenger seat as well","quote_2_odi":"11507555","quote_2_text":"One seatbelt failed completely, refused to retract. The other one is failing","quote_3_odi":"11399968","quote_3_text":"THE PLASTIC SLEEVE ABOVE THE SEAT BELT TENSIONER ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HAS CRACKED, PINCHING THE SEAT BELT IN TURN AND MAKING THE BELT ITSELF UNABLE TO RETRACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2015-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Rear racetrack taillight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11576902","quote_1_text":"The rear 'race track' tail lights fail to light or are dim in lower sections of the assembly installed on the rear tailgate. Water enters the assembly over time and collects in the lower sections of the assembly causing the installed LED's and circuitry in those sections to fail","quote_2_odi":"11609500","quote_2_text":"Sections of LED brake light/race track light has stopped working due to water intrusion in rear panel. Back panel is not secured properly, allowing water to enter, corrode the harness and lights to fail. Due to this, the license plate harness & connectors are corroded as well","quote_3_odi":"11443385","quote_3_text":"Water has gotten into the tail light housing and caused the light to go out…a $1300 part. Water intrusion has been long documented in these model year Durangos, with no recall ever issued","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-downshift-shock","label":"Harsh downshift shock from 2nd to 1st gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11243436","quote_1_text":"WHEN DOWNSHIFTING FROM 2ND TO 1ST GEAR, TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT SMOOTHLY. EXHIBITS A JOLT FORWARD, ESPECIALLY WHEN COMING TO A FULL STOP. ISSUE OBSERVED FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11229995","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION HARD DOWNSHIFT FROM 2ND TO 1ST GEAR AND VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD WHEN COMING TO A STOP AND FROM 4TH TO 5TH GEAR AT TIMES WHILE UP SHIFTS AT SLOW CRUISING SPEED IT FEELS LIKE IT'S BOGGING BEFORE SHIFTING UP TO 5TH","quote_3_odi":"11085083","quote_3_text":"WHILE DECELERATING, AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, EXPERIENCED A SEVERE BUMP DURING DOWNSHIFT CAUSING DRIVER TO LOSE TEMPORARY FOOT TO BRAKE PEDAL CONTACT. OCCURRED IN TRAFFIC APPROACHING TRAFFIC LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-engine-shutdown-stall","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11109792","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK JUST SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING AND NOW IT WON'T EVEN START SO I AM OUT OF A CAR","quote_2_odi":"11297917","quote_2_text":"WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I HAD TO SHIFT TO PARK AND RESTART THE TRUCK, THEN SHIFT TO DRIVE. THIS HAPPENED AT LEAST TWICE","quote_3_odi":"11330207","quote_3_text":"MY CAR STALLED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION. I ALMOST GOT HIT BY AN 18 WHEELER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-headrest-deployment","label":"Unexpected active head restraint deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11708040","quote_1_text":"Passenger active headrest deployed while parked on driveway","quote_2_odi":"10903739","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT CRUISING SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY, THE FRONT PASSENGER \"ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT\" DEPLOYED FOR NO REASON. NO IMPACT, NO LARGE BUMP OR POTHOLE...JUST RANDOM. IT HIT MY WIFE IN THE HEAD/NECK","quote_3_odi":"11426712","quote_3_text":"My wife was driving down the road when out of no where her headrest just deployed slamming into the back of her head. After examining the headrest it was clear that a plastic piece had deteriorated causing the headrest to release","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-oil-leak-misfire","label":"Oil leak and cylinder misfire in 3.6L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11500670","quote_1_text":"Component or system failed or malfunctioned: The engine It appears there is a common problem with the 3.6L V6 F DOHC 24V engines in the Dodge and/or Chrysler auto line. The problem is a misfire in cylinder #2","quote_2_odi":"11429563","quote_2_text":"Very common cylinder 2 misfire. Replaced all spark plugs and the cylinder two ignition coil. Replaced upper and lower intake gasket seals, replaced the fuel injector. Still having issues with misfire","quote_3_odi":"11450926","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that he discovered an oil leak in the engine after the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-park-rollaway","label":"Unintended vehicle movement after shifting to park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10936594","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN PARK, ENGINE RUNNING, WHILE OWNER WAS PUMPING GAS AT THE STATION. WITH THE DRIVER'S DOOR AJAR, HE WAS STANDING OUTSIDE FOR SEVERAL MINUTES AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE TOOK OFF IN REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"10954479","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE DURANGO. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND STILL IN THE PARK POSITION, IT ROLLED DOWN THE DRIVEWAY AND CRASHED INTO THE NEIGHBOR'S HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11019434","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE ELECTRONIC ROTARY CONTROL FAILED TO REVERSE THE VEHICLE AND, INSTEAD, IT INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"dodge-durango-2016-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in rear taillight/racetrack LED assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11496498","quote_1_text":"Around Thanksgiving of this year (2022), I noticed that my taillight housing for the center LED Racetrack lighting on my 2016 Dodge Durango was retaining water. I found this odd because light housings are supposed to be sealed and not allow water to enter","quote_2_odi":"11080854","quote_2_text":"WATER POOLING INSIDE OF CENTER RACETRACK TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY HAS CAUSED LED LIGHTS TO SHORT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11291663","quote_3_text":"WATER LEAKS INTO AND POOLS IN REAR TAIL LIGHTS/BRAKE LIGHT CAUSING THEM TO FAIL. RESEARCH HAS FOUND THIS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-electrical-intermittent-faults","label":"Intermittent electrical faults and shutdowns","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11327641","quote_1_text":"THE LIGHTS IN THE CAR ARE GOING OFF AND ON BY THEMSELVES, THE PASSENGER WINDOW GOES DOWN WITHOUT THE WINDOW BEING TOUCHED. AND THE CAR WILL TURN OFF WHEN IDLING IN THE PARK POSITION AND THE AUTOMATIC SHUT OFF IS NOT ON OR OFF.","quote_2_odi":"11716366","quote_2_text":"Push start vehicle stalls 3 to 5 times. While driving the dash board flickers on and off. Navigation system screen blacks out radio turns on when I have it off. Reverse camera also glitches and works sometimes. The inside lights dim up and down…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-engine-overheating-leaks","label":"Engine overheating and coolant or oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739965","quote_1_text":"Vehicle overheats while at a stop. Problem has been happening for past 8 months. Leaking antifreeze under transmission. Shop unable to diagnose problem after various attempts…","quote_2_odi":"11573826","quote_2_text":"The manufactured plastic oil housing unit cracked during negative temperatures on [XXX] in Webb City MO. I had a pool of oil under my car, and now my engine shakes during low idle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-eps-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11493301","quote_1_text":"The electrical power steering failed making it nearly impossible to steer.","quote_2_odi":"11129585","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE EXTRA STRENGTH TO STEER THE VEHICLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-fuel-nozzle-shutoff","label":"Fuel nozzle shutoff during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11343666","quote_1_text":"THE CAPLESS (NO GAS CAP) FUEL SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO PUT FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. IT HAS SOME SORT OF CHECK VALVE THAT IS FAILING AND CAUSES THE FUEL PUMP TO SHUT OFF EVEN WHEN YOU ARE RUNNING ON EMPTY…","quote_2_odi":"11113642","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 DODGE DURANGO. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REFUEL, THE FUEL WOULD NOT PROPERLY ENTER THE FUEL TANK AND CAUSED THE FUEL NOZZLE TO CONTINUOUSLY STOP…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11634587","quote_1_text":"The driver’s side headrest deployed while I was driving. There was no warning and no impact. The headrest pushed my head forward, slamming into the back of it. This could have been a disaster, gigantic safety risk.","quote_2_odi":"11691461","quote_2_text":"While driving, the Active Headrest Restraint deployed on the passenger side WITHOUT accident. It appears the plastic piece that holds the pin broke. Luckily there wasn't a passenger present but this could've done serious head injury…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-shifter-park-rollaway","label":"Rotary shifter engagement and park rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11520733","quote_1_text":"Shifter knob moves freely without having foot on brake so the shifter doesn’t lock into a gear. Message appears on dash “Service Shifter”.","quote_2_odi":"11299571","quote_2_text":"ON JANUARY 6, 2020, I PLACED MY 2017 DODGE DURANGO INTO PARK IN MY HOME'S DRIVEWAY AND EXITED THE VEHICLE, LEAVING THE EMPTY VEHICLE IDLING. APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS LATER, THE VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF PARK AND INTO DRIVE AND ROLLED AWAY, FORWARD, INTO MY GARAGE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Racetrack taillight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11658994","quote_1_text":"Rear liftgate taillight assembly seal has failed allowing water to get in. As a result, the led lighting element has failed which dramatically reduces rear visibility by other vehicles.","quote_2_odi":"11454438","quote_2_text":"The rear tailgate lights, which operate in conjunction with the tail lights, fills up with water over time. The water then shorts out the LED lights.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2017-transmission-gear-seizure","label":"Transmission gear seizure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11516091","quote_1_text":"While driving, the transmission gave out. There was no prior indication of any issue - no warning light and no different noise. The car wouldn't change gears, which was an extremely dangerous situation in traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11584069","quote_2_text":"Transmission has parts that wear out fast causing transmission to completely go out.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-camshaft-head-gasket-failure","label":"Camshaft, lifter, and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11710625","quote_1_text":"Over time, the valvetrain in my engine became gradually louder. Because there were no check engine lights or fault codes, I initially assumed this was a normal characteristic of the engine. That changed on January 2, 2026, when I began to hear a pronounced knocking/loud tapping…","quote_2_odi":"11697385","quote_2_text":"While driving on the Thruway, the vehicle tends to misfire which results in lost power to the engine and shaking of the vehicle. The check engine light starts flashing and it becomes unsafe to maintain speeds. The issue was diagnosed as Cylinder 5 Misfire caused by camshaft and…","quote_3_odi":"11684742","quote_3_text":"My vehicle began to misfire after driving roughly 8 miles, check engine light would flash and ding. After shutting vehicle off for a while and restarting it, problem would be gone until driving approximately 8 miles. Brought to Chrysler service center, where they reproduced the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11728001","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH on the highway, the vehicle stalled. The electronic stability control(ESC) warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was restarted. However, on other occasions, when the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11675705","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the TIPM needed to…","quote_3_odi":"11591217","quote_3_text":"Engine shuts off randomly by itself. Could be hazardous when it happens while driving on Highways. Vehicle must be stopped and placed in park to restart.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-hcu-abs-brake-recall","label":"HCU/ABS module recall repair issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11701740","quote_1_text":"Anti lock brakes do not work. First icy conditions it locked up easily. 94B recall was supposed to be \"first quarter of 2025\"","quote_2_odi":"11666560","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V83800(Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated the brake lights were illuminated. The contact stated that…","quote_3_odi":"11616386","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service brakes and the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with HECU failure. The contact was informed that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-headrest-ahr-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11737703","quote_1_text":"Headrest on driver seat ejected at a stop and threw my wife’s head forward.","quote_2_odi":"11679834","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while stopped in a Drive-Thru, there was an abnormally loud sound before the driver’s side head restraint unexpectedly deployed. The contact's head was pushed forward with force and struck the steering wheel. There…","quote_3_odi":"11517079","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a traffic light, the drivers side front headrest exploded forward hitting my wife in the back of the head. Upon inspection, I noticed part of the plastic hinge inside the headrest had broken or sheared off. Although it did not appear to have caused her personal…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-racetrack-taillight-water","label":"Racetrack taillight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11651569","quote_1_text":"The rear race track rail has water build up at the bottom of it and it fried the lights so they don’t work anymore.","quote_2_odi":"11512195","quote_2_text":"Tail lights fill with water. This caused a safety risk both of electrical fire and lights failing and increasing risk of an accident when due to not being visible from behind. This is a known issue with Dodge Durangos from 2016 to 2020. There are class action lawsuits and…","quote_3_odi":"11405966","quote_3_text":"THE RACETRACK LIGHT BAR (ATTACHED TO THE DECK LID) HAS GOTTEN WATER INSIDE IT, (IT WAS THIS WAY WHEN I BOUGHT IT) AND NOW THE LIGHT IS NO LONGER WORKING. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON THE DODGE DURANGO, AS I HAVE SEEN MULTIPLE PEOPLE WHO ARE HAVING THIS PROBLEM.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2018-uconnect-screen-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and ghost touch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11540342","quote_1_text":"My touchscreen is malfunctioning. It does what it wants when it wants. Example- it makes my headrest flip up and down Turns the radio stations Turns the heat/air on/off Turns the heated/cooling seats on/off Backup camera doesn’t work half the time I backed into a dirt embankment…","quote_2_odi":"11462569","quote_2_text":"radio and navigation screen, is ghost touching. Just changes settings randomly and often.","quote_3_odi":"11461355","quote_3_text":"The touchscreen continuously freezes and displays a prompt about adjusting the clock settings. The screen pops up repeatedly and beeps making the rest of the touchscreen functions unusable.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2019-abs-esc-recall-parts","label":"ABS/ESC recall repair unavailable or incomplete","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11699383","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part for the recall repair was not available","quote_2_odi":"11488163","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V426000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11478803","quote_3_text":"My car has 7000 miles on it and the brake light is stuck on thanks to a faulty reading in the ABS system. This also causes the car to think someone is in the car because the brake pedal is being pressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment or inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11453570","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the driver was traveling at an undetermined speed a crash occurred. During the crash, the vehicle sustained severe front-end damage and was destroyed but the airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11430676","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the headrest air bag inadvertently deployed and hit her on the back of the head. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11282340","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR BRAND NEW HAD 500 MILES ON WHEN IT WAS INVOLVED IN PASSENGER FRONT COLLISION AND THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2019-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant line leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11705560","quote_1_text":"Oil cooler failure .I am concerned because my mechanic says this is a common problem with this type of motor. Why isn't it recall","quote_2_odi":"11512387","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, an unknown fluid was seen leaking from the vehicle and running down the driveway","quote_3_odi":"11709001","quote_3_text":"Took vehicle in for cooling issues, leaking coolant. Garage did courtesy inspection and determined oil cooler failure had caused catastrophic damage to the engine, requiring replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2019-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11687820","quote_1_text":"Electronic power steering locks the wheel while turning. Have to use excessive force to get it out of the stuck position","quote_2_odi":"11521567","quote_2_text":"While driving 70 mph on the highway, the car gave a light that stated, \"power steering unavailable\" and in fact, I had no power steering. I had to really muscle the car to get it to turn at all","quote_3_odi":"11348939","quote_3_text":"WHILE VISITING MISSISSIPPI FROM INDIANA, IN JULY, I KEPT GETTING A \"POWER STEERING UNAVAILABLE\" \"NEED SERVICE\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2019-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in rear tail light assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11629415","quote_1_text":"The rear race track light assembly lights went out. I know there is a known issue with this light assembly","quote_2_odi":"11680894","quote_2_text":"Water is entering the rear tail light assembly and dimming the tail light. The OEM seal has failed","quote_3_odi":"11611434","quote_3_text":"The rear tail light assembly that is mounted on the tailgate (it is often referred to as a \"racetrack\" light) filled with water and quit working while the vehicle was under warranty. It apparently fails due to a defective seal between the lens and the housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-active-head-restraint-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11734978","quote_1_text":"While driving normally, not in an accident, the active head restraint system failed and slammed into my head. If there was traffic this would have likely caused an accident because it was unexpected, severe, and abrupt while leaving me disoriented and with a persistent headache","quote_2_odi":"11660197","quote_2_text":"I was driving and the passenger active headrest exploded randomly without any impacts happening","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-brake-line-contact-damage","label":"Brake line damage from contact with adjacent component","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11685097","quote_1_text":"Manufacture defect, steering column rubbing against brake line causing brake line to rupture causing damages with possible danger of fire or possible collision","quote_2_odi":"11644219","quote_2_text":"During driving the catalytic converter rubbed through both rear brake lines and was rubbing on fuel line as well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-electrical-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in electrical components","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11737084","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Dodge Durango experienced a severe interior dashboard fire that appeared to originate in the center dash/radio area while the vehicle was parkedin driveway","quote_2_odi":"11700016","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that moments after starting the vehicle and while driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact suddenly felt a sharp burning pain in the buttocks area","quote_3_odi":"11439479","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that he auto-started the vehicle while it was in the driveway. The contact stated as he came outside, the vehicle was on fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-engine-misfire-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and misfire under load","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11704575","quote_1_text":"Under heavy load or high RPM the engine starts shaking badly and the engine loses power and is very unresponsive to throttle. After 30 seconds of light use the problem goes away but comes back immediately upon heavy load or high rpms","quote_2_odi":"11697581","quote_2_text":"When accelerating, the vehicle tends to lose all power and starts to decelerate and check engine lights comes on, also states the start stop function is disable. Really tough trying to drive on highways because of this happening quite often","quote_3_odi":"11613264","quote_3_text":"While driving the engine began to vibrate violently and the check engine light turned on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11631876","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the steering wheel locked, and the contact depressed the brake pedal but was unable to turn the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11361267","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING A BRAND NEW (170 MILES) VEHICLE AT 35 MPH ON A BUSY CITY STREET THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. A MESSAGE \"POWER STEERING UNAVAILABLE\" POPPED UP AND THE CAR WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-racetrack-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in racetrack taillight assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11563431","quote_1_text":"The rear lift gate \"racetrack\" tail light and license plate light bar to include backup lights just stopped working. I suddenly have extremely little visibility of my car from the rear at night","quote_2_odi":"11466287","quote_2_text":"The center liftgate \"racetrack\" lamp assembly experienced water intrusion and pooling in the lower RH corner between the clear outer lens and red LED light strip","quote_3_odi":"11711740","quote_3_text":"Water had accumulated in the racetrack led light in the center of the trunk. Causing light to short circuit and lose taillight, license plate light, and back up lights as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-taillight-sharp-edge-laceration","label":"Sharp edge on rear taillight assembly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11431314","quote_1_text":"The rear tail lights have a sharp edge that is beak shaped and if you brush up against it on accident it slices into your skin or clothes. I was loading groceries and my arm skimmed over it and sliced a whole piece of skin off","quote_2_odi":"11424824","quote_2_text":"There is a very sharp side on the back rear taillight that connects with the lift gate. This razor sharp edge has cut myself, husband, and almost my son","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11551215","quote_1_text":"I just bought a 2020 Dodge Durango GT PLUS AWD on Thursday 10/19/2023. On Saturday 10/21/2023 while driving this vehicle on the highway, it started accelerating on its own. I had not used the cruise control and was not attempting to use it","quote_2_odi":"11440881","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 DODGE DURANGO. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph with the cruise control on but not engaged","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-coolant-hose-overheating","label":"Engine coolant hose rupture and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720004","quote_1_text":"Cooling systems failed caused the engine to blow without warning","quote_2_odi":"11666371","quote_2_text":"The heating hose exploded due to unknown pressure and ended up getting steaming, hot coolant, and all the cylinders and causing engine failure on a Dodge Durango that I purchased 80 days ago","quote_3_odi":"11647838","quote_3_text":"Driving in traffic when suddenly a large volume of smoke was pouring out from my vehicle obscuring the view of everyone behind me. Pulled over and shut down, found coolant all over engine bay and had vehicle towed to dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light / headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740337","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver-side headlight would not illuminate during nighttime conditions. No warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11719174","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side headlight failed to function as intended. In addition, the front passenger side headlight was very dim. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11708948","quote_3_text":"Driver side daytime running light failure. The entire headlight assembly must be replaced. There is reduced visibility, which is a safety concern. The cost to repair is $1,800, which is outrageous for a single headlight assembly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-fuel-pump-stall-no-start","label":"Fuel pump failure and no-start/stalling condition","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749878","quote_1_text":"My fuel pump went out without codes. My car stalled out on a highway while I was going 65 miles an hour with my baby in my car , and would not crank back up or go into neutral . No , it has not been to dealer it is broke down and I had to have it towed home","quote_2_odi":"11680892","quote_2_text":"While exiting I95 in Jacksonville, FL onto I10, the vehicle stumbled and lost power. Felt like it was running out of fuel. This happened at 500PM on Thursday, 14 August 2025","quote_3_odi":"11408321","quote_3_text":"WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START THE ENGINE, THERE IS A CONTINUOUS CRANK BUT ENGINE NEVER STARTS. I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE BRAND NEW WITH 0 MILES. THIS HAPPENS EVERY DAY. ONLY WAY TO AVOID THIS IS TO START IT WITH THE REMOTE START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-rear-spoiler-detachment","label":"Rear spoiler detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750152","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the rear spoiler of the Durango. There is already a recall in place. The vehicle was inspected a few years ago and passed. Then, the issue happened where it fell off while driving, damaging the back hatch of the Durango","quote_2_odi":"11665511","quote_2_text":"I was driving at around 45 MPH when my rear spoiler suddenly detached from my 2022 vehicle. It was only held on by one latch and the wire for the rear camera. This could have caused a serious accident — even a fatal one — if it had come completely off","quote_3_odi":"11453135","quote_3_text":"The rear spoiler detach while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Rear taillight water intrusion and burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746753","quote_1_text":"Rear racetrack style taillight assembly had faulty gaskets when purchased, allowing for water intrusion of the taillight assembly, causing water damage to the electrical components in the light assembly and shorting the LED Lights","quote_2_odi":"11713765","quote_2_text":"The rear tail lights are not properly sealed. It allows rain, snow or car wash water to accumulate inside the assembly. The lights then short out and do not work","quote_3_odi":"11423406","quote_3_text":"My rear tail lights are filling with water due to the fact the Dodge Durango tail lights are not fully sealed. Inevitably there will be a short and the lights will no longer work. PLEASE LOOK INTO THIS COMMON PROBLEM thanks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2021,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2021-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission slip and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658089","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the message \"Switch to Park and select a Gear\" was displayed with an audible alarm","quote_2_odi":"11613808","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission was skipping gear. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to move forward or reverse. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11485684","quote_3_text":"The transmission slips during initial acceleration and causes the driver to dangerously accelerate ahead unexpectedly.This has been occuring since I purchased the vehicle in July of 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-back-over-recall-parts-delay","label":"Back over prevention recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11626795","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed or while parked, the instrument panel intermittently became darkened. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part…","quote_2_odi":"11626231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…","quote_3_odi":"11616347","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V436000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-drl-headlight-assembly-failure","label":"Driver-side daytime running light / headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11742233","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2022 Dodge Durango, and suddenly, about a month ago, the driverside day-time running light stopped working. This seemed strange because it's an LED light and they generally last the majority of the vehicle's life, but certainly longer than four years.","quote_2_odi":"11721475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that after her husband restarted the vehicle, the driver's side headlight failed to illuminate. The contact related the failure to the headlamp assembly; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an…","quote_3_odi":"11720838","quote_3_text":"Multiple reports on every forum on the Day Time Running Lights both Driver and Passenger side going out on 2020 to current Dodge Durangos with less than 20,000 on most at time of complaint. It cannot be repaired, only replaced with new headlight assembly at $1200 each.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-engine-overheat-coolant-line","label":"Engine overheating from coolant line abrasion failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11649967","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, the engine overheating light came on, the car seemed to be losing power, and I pulled over and was then towed to the dealership. My safety was put at risk as I could have been hit as the car was slowing down in fast traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11649643","quote_2_text":"From manufacturing dodge put a clamp on a rubber hose that goes to the transmission heater. That clamped rubbed a hole into the metal antifreeze line above it. My car started over heating on a busy road.","quote_3_odi":"11680580","quote_3_text":"While enroute to a priority call our officer experienced a catastrophic engine failure. Said vehicle was in the day before for brakes, and our mechanic always does PM to include a check of coolant fluid level, oil and windshield washer fluid, and car was fine.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-hard-start-long-crank","label":"Long crank time or failure to start on first attempt","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11650816","quote_1_text":"Fuel System- Had the Durango 1 month spent 50k. At least 50% of the vehicle attempted starts fail. The second attempt the vehicle starts every time. Started researching this, this is very common on the newer Durango's as well as the older ones.","quote_2_odi":"11654637","quote_2_text":"Car having trouble starting, turns over with a long crank then doesn’t start. Cranks on the second time","quote_3_odi":"11634094","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has a long crank time. Vehicle will not start after approximately 10 seconds. The vehicle will start on the second try. There is a strong smell of fuel after that.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-rear-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Rear racetrack taillight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11742739","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Dodge Durango. The contact stated that during a routine maintenance appointment, the mechanic discovered that the rear license plate light had become inoperable due to moisture and corrosion. The contact was informed that the rear racing track lighting…","quote_2_odi":"11726095","quote_2_text":"2022 Dodge Duranago I bought last March of 2025, certified preowned with 26,700 miles. As of today March 21 2026 there was water build up in the rear racetrack light. Upon starting the car the lights began flickering and the entire racetrack bar die with no light illumination…","quote_3_odi":"11674895","quote_3_text":"My Durango has been in and out the shop since May. It was the fuel pump and everything connected to it which is a pain in the rear. Also the design of the taillight should be assessed as well. It’s very pricy to fix when it gets the water and dark spots in it .","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration without driver input while stopping","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11711142","quote_1_text":"I was driving slowly in heavy rain and pulled up to a red light behind another vehicle. Just as I was almost fully stopped, my car suddenly accelerated on its own and struck the vehicle in front of me. The car is equipped with an automatic braking system that should apply the…","quote_2_odi":"11699660","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Sudden Unintended Acceleration – Safety Complaint Vehicle: 2022 Dodge Durango Weather: Rain Situation: The vehicle was at an almost complete stop at a red light and in a 5 feet distance from the car in front. Without pressing the accelerator, the car suddenly surged…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-transmission-shift-to-neutral","label":"Transmission unexpected shift to neutral or park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11703635","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will not shift into drive. This issue is similar to the ZB3 problem. Improperly heat treated shifter parts failed and will not allow the transmission to shift into drive.","quote_2_odi":"11666900","quote_2_text":"The transmission dropped after being stopped at a stop light and lightly accelerating. When this happened the vehicle dropped to neutral. After pulling over it did go into first gear but that’s it. When in reverse it moves a foot then goes back in to neutral.","quote_3_odi":"11492647","quote_3_text":"This is a dangerous random problem. In fact has now occurred 6 times. Two separate times 08/23/22 & 10/18/22 at a parking lot, while backing up, the gear shifter lit up, locked, and could not be engaged, and it wouldn't move.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2022,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2022-uconnect-radio-failure","label":"Uconnect radio and infotainment system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11717016","quote_1_text":"Radio screens keep going bad causing the backup camera to not work until after a power cycle of the screen takes place. Sometimes a power cycle is not possible and the screen take a minute or two to turn on. I have had multiple radios in our car do this.","quote_2_odi":"11676870","quote_2_text":"Uconnect box requires service","quote_3_odi":"11674424","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally request assistance regarding a persistent and unresolved issue with my vehicle’s Uconnect system, which has now escalated into a serious safety concern. I purchased my vehicle in April 2022.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2023-exterior-lighting-drl-failure","label":"LED daytime running light and turn signal failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08-14 → 2026-07-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717794","quote_1_text":"Drivers DRL failed within 3 yrs.  This is LED and supposed to last 10-15 yrs.  Extended bumper to bumper warranty won’t cover.   It’s nearly 2k to fix.   Risk is less visibility during daytime to other drivers.  Is this led bulb, electrical, fuse, ballast?   No one seems to…","quote_2_odi":"11699102","quote_2_text":"daytime running light feature is out on drivers side seems to be a consistent problem is not covered under max care warranty","quote_3_odi":"11729656","quote_3_text":"Front right turn signal went out after three years and I’m told I need to replace the entire light which is $1400 by itself. These led lights are supposed to last a long time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Durango","model_slug":"durango","cluster_id":"durango-2023-powertrain-shifter-transmission","label":"Service Shifter message and transmission loss of drive","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08-16 → 2026-07-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682270","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon shifting into reverse, the vehicle failed to respond with the message “Service Shifter” displayed. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact shifted the gear shifter between neutral and reverse until the vehicle responded as needed","quote_2_odi":"11706891","quote_2_text":"Three times now I have a service transmission and it won’t shift but then when taken to dealer they state no codes pop up but I show them a video  of what happens each time the dealership says bring it back. First time no codes- no fix, The second time they exchanged the","quote_3_odi":"11682098","quote_3_text":"SERVICE SHIFTER on dashboard. When driving or at the start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/durango","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11550932","quote_1_text":"Was hit in the side and in my Dodge minivan the side curtain airbags never deployed. The van was a total loss so was the car that hit me and his airbag did deploy. I did injure my lower back and shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11287094","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A DEER JUMPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD CAUSING A CRASH. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG AND DRIVER'S SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN","quote_3_odi":"11234130","quote_3_text":"GOING ROUGHLY 55/60 MPH A DEER HIT MY DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VAN, TOTALLY MY VAN. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND WHEN LOOKING AT THE DAMAGE TO MY VAN I WAS TOLD THAT MY AIR BAGS SHOULD OF DEPLOYED. THE DAMAGE TO MY VAN WAS CONSIDERED A \"TOTAL LOSS\" AS WELL AS I WENT THROUGH MASSAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2010-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Engine stalls while driving from ignition switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11302106","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE SHUTS COMPLETELY OFF WHILE DRIVING. NO SPITTING OR SPUTTERING, NO STALLING, NO ERROR CODES OR LIGHTS. JUST SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. WEATHER CONDITIONS, SPEED, MILES DROVE MATTERS","quote_2_odi":"11500391","quote_2_text":"When driving down the highway, the engine may randomly turn off. Turning the key will usually turn the engine back on. When this occurs, all power to the vehicle is turned off until it is restored by moving the key. It is obviously a faulty ignition switch, but apparently there","quote_3_odi":"11337117","quote_3_text":"VAN EITHER EXHIBITS A SLOW TO NONE START AS WELL AS STALLING WHILE DRIVING, USUALLY IN 1ST 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2010-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door fails to open, close, or lock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11403693","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO OPEN OR OPERATE AS NEEDED, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CALLED FEDERICO CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (1875 E EDWARDSVILLE RD, WOOD RIVER, IL 62095) WHERE HE","quote_2_odi":"11361114","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR WON'T OPEN. IT WON'T UNLOCK. IT DOESN'T WORK WITH THE KEY FOB, DOESN'T WORK MANUALLY, DOESN'T WORK WITH THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE. EVERYONE WITH A DODGE HAS THIS PROBLEM, SOONER OR LATER! JUST READ THE FORUMS! THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE!! THERE SHOULD BE A","quote_3_odi":"11152825","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE ENGINE INDEPENDENTLY STARTED AND THE POWER SLIDING DOOR OPENED SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT SUBJECT TO A REMOTE START. ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2010-steering-brake-loss","label":"Loss of power steering and braking assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11269352","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT HAD DIFFICULTY TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS. THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE","quote_2_odi":"11104034","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT ANY SPEED VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF RANDOMLY WITH LOSING POWER STEERING AND BRAKES. HAVE TO PULL OVER AND RESTART IT AND IS FINE. HAD THE R03 RECALL DONE BEFORE. SAFETY ISSUE IS IT'S HARD TO CONTROL AND BRAKE WITHOUT CRASHING.. IT'S HAPPEBING MORE AND","quote_3_odi":"11113613","quote_3_text":"2010 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. CAR SHUTS DOWN WHILE DRIVE. CAUSES TO HAVE NO STEERING OR BRAKES. NO WARNING BEFORE IT HAPPENS. ON STREET MOVING. UNKNOWN OF WHAT IS ACTUALLY HAPPENING OR WHY IT IS DOING THIS. *TT *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2011-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":530,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11255094","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND APPROPRIATELY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11194816","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH PREMATURE BRAKE PAD WEAR. IN FACT, IN OCTOBER 2017, THE VEHICLE HAD THE FOLLOWING COMPONENTS REPLACED: CALIPERS (BOTH FRONT AND BOTH REAR), ROTORS (BOTH FRONT AND BOTH REAR), BRAKE PADS (BOTH FRONT AND BOTH REAR)","quote_3_odi":"11362762","quote_3_text":"VAN LOSES BRAKES WHEN APPLIED OVER A POTHOLE OR OTHER ROUGH ROAD. IT TRAVELS FOR ABOUT 15 FEET THEN STOPS (REGARDLESS OF PUMPING THE BRAKE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2011-engine-camshaft-lifter-failure","label":"Camshaft, lifter, and oil filter housing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":530,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11338855","quote_1_text":"WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY THE ENGINE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER/SPEED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS LOSING COMPRESSION IN THE CYLINDER DUE TO A DEFECTIVE LIFTER THAT CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE CAM","quote_2_odi":"11302748","quote_2_text":"FOUND A PUDDLE OF OIL IN MY DRIVEWAY, TOOK TO MECHANIC, INFORMED ME THE ENGINE OIL FILTER HOUSING WAS BROKEN, AND HE HAD 10 OF THESE RECENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11278297","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED. SHE NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD WHILE DRIVING AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2011-sliding-door-lock-failure","label":"Sliding door lock and actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":530,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11317196","quote_1_text":"SLIDING PASSENGER DOORS ON BOTH SIDES OF VAN REFUSE TO OPEN OR UNLOCK. DOORS CANNOT BE OPENED MANUALLY, WITH KEY FOB OR WITH THE BUTTON ON THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11122693","quote_2_text":"THE SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE LOCKED SHUT. WE ARRIVED HOME FROM AN OUTING ON THE EVENING OF 8-23-2018 AND COULD NOT OPEN DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11301712","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK MANUALLY, WITH BUTTON, OR WITH KEY FOB. I HAVE TRIED UNLOCKING THE DOOR WHILE DRIVING, IN PARK, AND WHEN TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2011-tipm-fuel-pump-relay-stall","label":"TIPM/fuel pump relay stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":136,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":530,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11491408","quote_1_text":"This vehicle always fails to start in the colder weather. After a review of this condition. It has been found that the fuel pump relay does not send proper signal. This relay is a part of the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)","quote_2_odi":"11525717","quote_2_text":"The TIPM failed which caused a loss of power to the vehicle and power to the fuel pump. I was driving at approximately 60 MPH when the vehicle lost all power and the steering wheel felt locked","quote_3_odi":"11142366","quote_3_text":"FUEL PUMP RELAY IN TIPM FAILING AND MAY CAUSE CAR NOT TO START OR MAY CAUSE CAR TO TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. HAS FAILED TO START MANY TIMES AND FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY ONCE WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2011-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked or driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":530,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11733269","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, turned off, and unoccupied, the front driver’s side of the vehicle near the driver’s door caught fire","quote_2_odi":"11527347","quote_2_text":"My van caught fire. Randomly after not being driven for more than 15 hours. The investigator says it is believed to be the inverter in the back drivers side panel under the cup holders which short circuited and caught fire","quote_3_odi":"11064665","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE PARKED, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2012-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint spontaneous deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11426056","quote_1_text":"Passenger side active head rest deployed while the car was parked without a rear end collision. No SRS light or anything. Unable to reset the headrest and no active recalls for the car even though there is an active lawsuit out of Florida about the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11360940","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT (HEADREST) DEPLOYED WHILE THE VAN WAS JUST SITTING STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE, NOT FROM BEING REAR-ENDED LIKE IT'S DESIGNED","quote_3_odi":"11349038","quote_3_text":"OUR HEADREST DEPLOYED WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD. IT HIT MY HUSBAND IN BACK OF HEAD BUT NO REAL DAMAGE, HE JUST HAS SMALL BUMP. THE NOISE STARTLED ME BUT I WAS ABLE TO STAY ON ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2012-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door lock and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11326948","quote_1_text":"DRIVERSIDE SLIDING DOOR WILL NOT OPEN ELECTRICALLY. DOOR WILL NOT UNLOCK MANUALLY. DOOR WILL NOT OPEN MANUALLY. PEOPLE COULD BE TRAPPED IN THE VEHICLE BY DRIVERSIDE SLIDING DOOR NOT OPENING","quote_2_odi":"11279526","quote_2_text":"BOTH REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOORS WILL NOT OPEN. THEY ARE UNLOCKED (USING BOTH THE FOB AND THE INTERIOR MANUAL LOCK/UNLOCK). THE VAN IS ALWAYS IN AN OFF/NOT RUNNING OR PARKED STATE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO OPEN DOORS","quote_3_odi":"11504218","quote_3_text":"The driver's side sliding door Left Door Actuator/Left Door Latch failed and the door wouldn't close causing a major safety hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2012-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11566299","quote_1_text":"While driving on freeway or highway, electrical system fails, causing engine shutdown, and power steering and braking system fails to respond without excessive effort and delayed response","quote_2_odi":"11502730","quote_2_text":"When driving the car will randomly shut off losing power. When trying to start it randomly it will turn on then shut back off. When it turns off as I’m driving it’s always under 50MPH but I lose steering. Very scary","quote_3_odi":"11268693","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SEIZED AND LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO VEER TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2012-tipm-no-start","label":"TIPM fuel pump relay no-start and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11731166","quote_1_text":"After about a week or 2, when husband tried go start van to go to work early cold, morning, van wouldn't start easily. Sometimes he would wait up to a few hours and keep trying to start, eventually it would","quote_2_odi":"11482767","quote_2_text":"MY VAN CRANKS, BUT WON'T START, IT HAPPENS ON AND OFF... IT SEEMS TO BE THE FUEL PUMP RELAY EVERYONE'S TALKING ABOUT","quote_3_odi":"11298449","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP RELAY. THERE IS A RECALL ON THE DODGE VEHICLES BUT MY VIN WAS NOT AMONG THE LIST. WHAT STEPS SHOULD I TAKE TO FIX THE PROBLEM?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2013-active-headrest","label":"Active Head Restraint headrest deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11730926","quote_1_text":"The Active Head Restraint on the front passenger side headrest failed. The headrest thrust forward at a high velocity, injuring the occupant of the seat. The car was stationary at the time of the incident","quote_2_odi":"11671008","quote_2_text":"Passenger front seat headrest deployed while vehicle was parked. The plastic housing supporting a small metal bar broke causing it to open","quote_3_odi":"11258966","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT AROUND 60 MPH, MY HEADREST DEPLOYED. I DID NOT USE THE BRAKES, AND WAS NOT INVOLVED IN ANY SORT OF ACCIDENT, INCLUDING A REAR END ACCIDENT, WHICH IS WHEN THIS IS SUPPOSED TO HAPPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2013-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11500170","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving at 25-35 MPH with someone in the front passenger seat a semi-truck crashed into the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11498263","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the rear driver’s side moving the vehicle approximately 5ft. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11233008","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO OBEY A RED LIGHT AT 35 MPH AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF THE CONTACTS VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2013-sliding-door-lock","label":"Power sliding door lock stuck in locked position","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11595240","quote_1_text":"Driver's-side, rear-passenger sliding door in stuck in locked position. It is available for inspection. Without the use of this door passengers can be trapped in the van during an emergency","quote_2_odi":"11363873","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR IS STUCK CLOSED AND IN THE LOCKED POSITION. I CANNOT UNLOCK THE DOOR IN ANYWAY POSSIBLE NOT THE REMOTE, OVER HEAD BUTTON, DRIVER'S DOOR BUTTON OR MANUALLY WITH MY FINGER","quote_3_odi":"11327865","quote_3_text":"REAR DRIVERS SLIDING DOOR BUZZES AND REMAINS IN A LOCKED POSITION. THIS HAPPENS WHEN USING THE FOB TOO. THE VAN AUTOMATICALLY LOCKS WHEN YOU REACH ABOUT 25 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2013-tipm-stall","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown tied to TIPM/fuel pump relay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724796","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11516640","quote_2_text":"Electrical system-intermittent failure. While driving or idling, the vehicle will randomly shut off. The vehicle has turned off randomly while being driven down the road with little to no warning, even while operating at high speed","quote_3_odi":"11377147","quote_3_text":"OUR 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN WOULD START FINE AND IDLE FINE. ONCE ON THE ROAD DRIVING AROUND LOCALLY NOTHING MORE THAN 10 -15 MILES FROM THE HOUSE WITH AVERAGE SPEED OF 35-45 MPH THE ENGINE WOULD JUST DIE! NO WARNING LIGHTS OR SOUNDS IT WOULD JUST DIE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11709660","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who replaced the motor mounts and transmission. Five months later, the transmission failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11432874","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the transmission would not go into gear and the engine would continue to rev. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11328541","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED BEFORE THE RPM REVVED UP AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake booster and caliper failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11282884","quote_1_text":"10/19/2019, VEHICLE STATIONARY: THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR CALIPER FROZE IN THE FULL-ON POSITION WHEN LIGHTLY USING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"11244377","quote_2_text":"BREAK BOOSTER IS BAD! I ALMOST COULDN'T STOP YESTERDAY AT A STOP LIGHT. CALLING AROUND FOR REPLACEMENT PART AND FINDING THAT THIS PART IS OUT OF STOCK OR ON BACKORDER!","quote_3_odi":"11241687","quote_3_text":"MY BRAKES BEGIN FAILING ON SATURDAY 8/3/2019. IT HAS BEEN DETERMINED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER AND THE BOOSTER ARE BAD ON THE VEHICLE. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN TO ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical system fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11599231","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started on fire while parked. It was a total loss. The auto shop reported that the fire started due to faulty wiring under the driver side seat","quote_2_odi":"11419369","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, flames were discovered coming from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11383341","quote_3_text":"MY WINDOW VENT SWITCH IN DRIVER SIDE DOOR CAUGHT FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11609895","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suddenly shuts down while driving creating a dangerous situation. The dealership diagnosed it as a faulty ignition switch and said it is common and that there was the same issue on previous generation of caravan that was recalled","quote_2_odi":"11414531","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENTLY THE VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF ENGINE DURING STOP AND WITH HAVE TO TURN KEY OVER AGAIN. WE'VE HAD THIS VAN FOR 3 WEEKS AND IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"11256904","quote_3_text":"ON 9/19/18, WAS DRIVING ON HWY 394 IN MINNEAPOLIS WHEN FIRST HAD PROBLEM. ENGINE DIE ON ME IN THE MIDDLE IF HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-headrest-deployment","label":"Active headrest spontaneous deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11536671","quote_1_text":"While driving with my three daughters in the car, the driver side headrest activated and hit me in the back of the head. This was random and no warning was given","quote_2_odi":"11429163","quote_2_text":"As my vehicle was parked; we came out to my passenger headrest being deployed by itself. No accident/incident happened. Self deployed","quote_3_odi":"11266596","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE HEADREST EXPLODED FORWARD WHILE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT. PASSENGER WAS HIT IN THE BACK OF THE HEAD. THIS \"SAFETY\" DEVICE DEPLOYED IN ERROR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing and cooler oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11455664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, it was discovered that engine oil had leaked from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11320656","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT NOTICED OIL ON THE FLOOR OF THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE OIL FILTER COOLER HOUSING FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11185603","quote_3_text":"AT 4 YEARS OLD AND ABOUT 60000 MILES, MY CARAVAN STARTED TO SEVERELY LEAK OIL. IT WOULD GO THROUGH A QUART A WEEK. FROM MY INTERNET RESEARCH IT SEEMS LIKE THE OIL FILTER HOUSING IS THE MAIN CULPRIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure and glass drop","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11277761","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FELL INTO THE DOOR AND SHATTERED WHEN RAISING THE WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11217614","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE WINDOW FELL DOWN INSIDE DOOR AND SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"11208004","quote_3_text":"MY 2 FRONT WINDOWS COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING. THE OTHER WINDOWS STILL ROLL UP AND DOWN. I HEAR A CLICKING SOUND ON THE PASSENGER SIDE LIKE THE WINDOW WANTS TO WORK THE DRIVER SIDE IN HEAR NOTHING AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2014-sliding-door-actuator-failure","label":"Sliding door actuator and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":357,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11701719","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle with other passengers, the passenger's side sliding door failed to latch and close securely","quote_2_odi":"11672280","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the actuator for the driver’s side rear sliding door failed to operate as intended, and the contact was forced to secure the door with a ratchet strap","quote_3_odi":"11161204","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN LEFT SIDE SLIDING DOOR HAS SUDDENLY BECOME STUCK. THE VEHICLE WAS JUST SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I CAME OUT ONE MORNING AND IT WOULD NOT OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2015-engine-misfire-cylinder-head","label":"Engine misfire and cylinder-head valve-train failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":278,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11501091","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on and took to local mechanic. P0302 code, car has 113,000 miles so new plugs and coils","quote_2_odi":"11710842","quote_2_text":"Unknown: engine slips, got mechanic to look at it and he showed me where a part of the camshaft is ground down to almost nothing","quote_3_odi":"11497801","quote_3_text":"Premature failure of valve lifters and damage to exhaust and intake camshafts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint (headrest) unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":278,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11416766","quote_1_text":"WAS EXITING SCHOOL PARKING LOT AND THE HEADREST LIKE EXPLODED!","quote_2_odi":"11729885","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while his son was driving approximately 55 MPH, the front driver's side headrest deployed from the base and struck the contact's son","quote_3_odi":"11517364","quote_3_text":"Drivers side heat rest deployed sitting still. Plastic holding metal strike pin broke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2015-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing and adapter leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":278,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11399795","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED OIL WAS DISCOVERED ON THE FLOOR OF THE GARAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE SCREW ON OIL FILTER ADAPTER HAD FAILED CAUSING OIL TO LEAK FROM THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11567603","quote_2_text":"Suden oil filter housing leak which lead to oil light eliminating within 8000 miles. Oil pools in engine crevice, hiding leak. Repair shop stated it’s a known Dodge issue seen monthly","quote_3_odi":"11498471","quote_3_text":"Noticed oil where I normally park my vehicle. Took the van into a mechanic so he could look at it. He stated that the oil leak came from a broken/ cracked oil filter housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2015-sliding-door-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":278,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11596920","quote_1_text":"The lock on the right side sliding door panel does not latch. The door Manually closes but will not lock when pressing the automated lock/unlock buttons from both the driver and passenger sides and the car remote","quote_2_odi":"11266675","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR LOCK IS STUCK AND WILL NOT UNLOCK WITH THE KEY FOB OR UNLOCK MANUALLY. WILL NOT OPEN AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11609844","quote_3_text":"My back passenger sliding door buzzes loudly when it unlocks or locks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2015-transmission-pump-failure","label":"Transmission pump failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":278,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733309","quote_1_text":"Transmission oil pump failed with vehicle at only 45,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11704194","quote_2_text":"Drove down the highway, took an exit, came to a red-light, turns green, press the gas car won't move for about 2-4 seconds then jumps into gear and stays stuck in first...look up the problem see there was a recall for the Transmission on the year and model but only some of them","quote_3_odi":"11317370","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF POWER AND WHINING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-engine-tick-misfire","label":"Engine ticking and cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11531880","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has the Pentastar engine tick indicative of a rocker arm issue. I’ve been having performance issues with the vehicle at only 124,000 miles and less","quote_2_odi":"11565534","quote_2_text":"MILEAGE 73,487 FAILURE OF LEFT CYLINDER BANK CAUSES ENGINE TO STUMBLE OR STOP AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS OR STOP SIGNS","quote_3_odi":"11753073","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light remaining illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-head-restraint-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying without a crash","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11530852","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat headrest active head restraint randomly deployed as I was exiting the vehicle. The plastic retainers had broke off allowing the headrest to deploy and it cannot be reset","quote_2_odi":"11669411","quote_2_text":"The headrest on the driver seat ejected while I was driving. The headrest is unable to go back into the correct position. It looks as if a plastic piece has failed inside the headrest","quote_3_odi":"11534310","quote_3_text":"Passenger side active headrest deployed on its own while driving. No accident or collision involved. 16 year old son was seated in the passenger side seat when the headrest deployed on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Oil filter housing leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11677220","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was at the independent mechanic for a service appointment, the contact was informed that the oil pump housing had melted and needed to be replaced. The contact was informed that the oil pump housing was made of plastic","quote_2_odi":"11705378","quote_2_text":"Upon inspection, both the contact and her husband noticed that there was an oil leak. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the oil filter housing had melted and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11641021","quote_3_text":"The oil filter housing for Jeep Dodge Chrysler 3.6 is originally made with plastic. Now its made with metal. My van is leaking oil. I went to get an oil change and was told from the shop that I had a oil leak. Oil is all over the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-rear-led-water-intrusion","label":"Rear LED light assembly water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11550440","quote_1_text":"The lighting system allowed water to enter the lights, causing them to fail as they filled up (from bottom to top) to the point that they won't properly indicate running lights or brake lights","quote_2_odi":"11641732","quote_2_text":"Rear racetrack led lighting is failing. One segment has gone dark. You can only replace the entire assembly for over &1500","quote_3_odi":"11677230","quote_3_text":"I was quoted over $1100 from the dealer, as the LED racetrack lighting was not properly sealed and is collecting water. The collection of water within the light compartment has caused corrosion within, and the wiring to disintegrate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-sliding-door-lock-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11529557","quote_1_text":"The rear driver's side sliding door lock has started buzzing loudly when I lock the vehicle. At times the door will not open and my kids and other passengers have to exit through the other sliding door","quote_2_odi":"11513749","quote_2_text":"The passenger side sliding door lock actuator seized, forcing the door to be stuck closed in a locked position. I tried unlocking via the key fob, the door power lock controls, and manually unlocking the lever on the door. None worked","quote_3_odi":"11507432","quote_3_text":"Rear door actuator failures, 2nd time this has happened. Currently the driver side rear passenger door will not open or unlock, manually or with key fob. It will not open in any manner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-stalling-no-start","label":"Engine stalling and no-start conditions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11665496","quote_1_text":"My wife was stopped at a drive through window in DRIVE when the engine stalled. It wouldn’t crank over and needed to be pushed out of the way and towed. The TIPM failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11710326","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions, while inserting the key into the ignition, the vehicle failed to start. Additionally, on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11632805","quote_3_text":"Electrical issues involving specific fuses in the vehicle where the f13 fuse constantly fries and melts into the fuse box. Causing an electrical burning smell. No warning lights come on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2016-transmission-pump-failure","label":"Transmission pump failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11710837","quote_1_text":"Vehicle only has 93,000 miles and has been well maintained. I was was working and the transmission pump failed. It kicked out of gear going 55mph down a road. Could have caused me to have a major accident","quote_2_odi":"11576625","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, coming to a complete stop in the middle of a busy intersection, nearly causing a crash. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11520212","quote_3_text":"Vehicle started making whining sound on acceleration. Took in to dealer and they diagnosed the transmission pump had failed. Recommended transmission replacement due to damage from failed pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-cylinder-2-misfire","label":"Cylinder 2 misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11545900","quote_1_text":"2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. Check engine light reading code P0302 (cylinder 2 misfire). Mechanic replaced spark plugs and coils, but car is still throwing same code. This is appears to also be an issue with a recall on other year models of Dodge Grand Caravans.…","quote_2_odi":"11543650","quote_2_text":"Cylinder 2 Random mis-fire. Began fall 2022. Multiple attempts to repair failed. Cylinder head replaced in Feb/Mar 2023. September 10, 2023 same issue reoccurred. Engine began to mis-fire violently, needed to be towed back to Dodge dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-door-lock-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11506777","quote_1_text":"van sliding door lock actuator failure - door is stuck shut and can't be opened in emergency previous extended warranties did not cover this vehicle even though it's a 2017 model year","quote_2_odi":"11498376","quote_2_text":"Passenger side sliding door will not open. It is stuck in the lock position and will not unlock even after attempting both manual and electronic unlocking. Faulty lock actuator likely cause.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving or at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11566077","quote_1_text":"Car randomly stalled out without warning or signs of issues. We just purchased this used from Automax Hyundai. It has happened a total of 4 times this week.","quote_2_odi":"11579910","quote_2_text":"It started off as the can stalling occasionally when I came to a stop. Then it became more and more frequent. Video is available to see the RPM move and then drop to 0. I then have to restart the vehicle which causes a delay which other drivers are not patient about.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11528904","quote_1_text":"The headrest on the front passenger seat randomly deployed due to design defect. The plastic housing that holds the pin broke under the regular stress of the spring causing the headrest to deploy without warning.","quote_2_odi":"11678427","quote_2_text":"SEAT HEADREST EXPLODED RANDOMLY. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR CAUSE FOR THIS. IT JUST DEPLOYED OUT OF NOWHERE. THIS WAS THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HEAD REST. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS SITTING IN THE SEAT AT THE TIME.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-oil-housing-cooler-leak","label":"Engine oil filter housing and oil cooler leaks","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11455482","quote_1_text":"In January 2022,at approximately 75,000 miles, vehicle began to have a major oil leak and smell of oil in the cabin. A mechanic determined the oil filter housing had failed and it was replaced for $808.63.…","quote_2_odi":"11657782","quote_2_text":"I noticed some shifting issues, and some power loss along with an oil leak and the vehicle is not getting enough lubrication. The vehicle is only at 114010 miles and according to the dealership a new engine is needed. A new engine oil cooler was replaced however not the hoses…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2017-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and shifting malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":401,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11608116","quote_1_text":"Sudden total transmission failure while in traffic. Took a while to coax it through intersection. After a while able to coax it the mile home at about 10 mph with transmission screaming. Towed to dealer and full transmission replacement at 50,000 miles. 07","quote_2_odi":"11522789","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to properly shift gear. The vehicle started to shift gear at approximately 50 MPH. There was an abnormal winding sound detected.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-airbag-unintended-deploy","label":"Unintended airbag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530714","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that after reversing out of a parking space and coasting to exit the parking lot, the driver’s and passenger’s side air bags deployed unintendedly and without impact","quote_2_odi":"11558865","quote_2_text":"The front airbags malfunctioned and deployed while parking the vehicle. The driver was injured with burn marks and bruised on legs due to the lower area airbag deploying rapidly","quote_3_odi":"11489942","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated while driving approximately 6 MPH and crossing a railroad track, the driver's side front and driver's side rear passenger’s side air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-cylinder-2-misfire","label":"Cylinder 2 misfire and cylinder head defects","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11660593","quote_1_text":"Van is driven a few thousand miles per year since we purchased. Routine maintenance up kept and has just over 100K miles. Replaced coils, plugs as routine for maintenance but having a Cylinder 2 misfire, then it became #6 and now is \"multiple random misfire\" codes","quote_2_odi":"11615771","quote_2_text":"Engine showing P0302 code for cylinder misfire which by a licensed mechanic has been traced back to an original manufacturers defect in the cylinder and rockers","quote_3_odi":"11631952","quote_3_text":"The engine components have failed, there is compression issue from cylinders, rings, and valve issues. Same as 2017 recall, seems to be still affecting my 2018 model. mileage is only 73,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720360","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and came to a stop in the middle of traffic. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11549563","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan will not turn the starter when I turn the key intermittently, especially when the temperature is hot. The key has to be turned on and off many times before the starter engages and the engine starts","quote_3_odi":"11755853","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts, with the Electronic Throttle Control (ETC) warning light displayed on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unexpected deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697143","quote_1_text":"The headrest airbag on the driver's side was deployed without any explanation","quote_2_odi":"11624263","quote_2_text":"BOTH FRONT HEADRESTS ACTIVATED WITHOUT REAR COLLESION WHICH POSED A DANGER TO THOSE OCCUPANTS LOACATED IN EITHER FRONT SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11611331","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat headrest had exploded while the vehicle was turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-sliding-door-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":125,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651258","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear passenger’s side door was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11683760","quote_2_text":"Our driver side back sliding door door has seized and will not open. This looks to be a common issue with the grand caravan. The lock is stuck in an in between state and will not open automatically or manually. This is a safety hazard for back passengers","quote_3_odi":"11594998","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the sliding door on the rear driver’s side had seized in the locked position, and the key fob was unable to unlock the sliding door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Powertrain transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663015","quote_1_text":"The van started to make a loud whining sound while going down the highway around 60 miles an hour. When we slowed down and turned onto a smaller road and tried to accelerate the rpm’s went to around 5,000 and it was barely moving","quote_2_odi":"11539455","quote_2_text":"The transmission spontaneously went out and vehicle stopped accelerating on the highway. There were no indicators or warning signs that the transmission was bad or going out. The vehicle only has 90k miles and we need a brand new transmission","quote_3_odi":"11582257","quote_3_text":"My Transmission failed. My odometer reading is 92901. Dealership said not manufactured coverage. No message on dash. Happened while driving with children","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-airbag-headrest-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light from headrest sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11755173","quote_1_text":"Air Bag light stays on. Mechanic found defect in driver's side headrest. Part was ordered in February 2026, still waiting for the replacement part 6 months later. Dodge has no idea when the part will be available","quote_2_odi":"11738049","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the airbag warning light had remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the front driver side head rest sensor had failed and needed to replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-backup-camera-inverted","label":"Back-up camera image inversion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11696662","quote_1_text":"THE CAMERA FOR REVERSE IS NOT GOOD. IT DELAYS TO COME ON, AND SEVERAL TIMES, THE CAMERA COMES UPSIDE DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11704609","quote_2_text":"The back up camera is inverted. It shows perfect on the screen. Just inverted. There is a known recall for other 2019 dodge vehicles for the same issue. NHTSA 25E052. How is the grand caravan not included in this. They are having the exact same issues","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-engine-cylinder-oil-cooler","label":"Engine cylinder head and oil cooler failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11718154","quote_1_text":"Engine loss of power, failure to accelerate, sudden forward lurch when stopped, Check engine light diagnosed by dealership and independent shop as Cylinder 2 failure. Purchased from Carvana 11/2024 with just over 70,000 miles on it. Currently has about 77,000","quote_2_odi":"11715887","quote_2_text":"I went into the Dodge place for my routine oil change on 2/3/26. While waiting, it was discovered by a technician that I had a very bad oil leak. This is very alarming to me. One reason is, there were no signs that I had an oil leak","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-headrest-seat-strike","label":"Headrest or seat back deployment striking occupant","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731568","quote_1_text":"The contact's husband owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 20 MPH, the front, passenger side headrest deployed without warning","quote_2_odi":"11207646","quote_2_text":"THE ABOVE VEHICLE WAS A RENTAL VEHICLE BEING DEMONSTRATED TO ME TO SHOW THE AMOUNT OF REAR LUGGAGE SPACE AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11286237","quote_3_text":"2019 DODGE CARAVAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO HEAD REST FLIPPING DOWN STRIKING WIFE IN HEAD LEAVING A SMALL HEMATOMA. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE STOW N GO SEATS WERE INSTALLED IN THE SECOND ROW.THE CONSUMER'S WIFE SAT IN THE SECOND ROW PASSENGER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-sliding-door-actuator","label":"Sliding door lock actuator failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11749568","quote_1_text":"MINIVAN HAS SLIDING DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAILURE, DRIVER SIDE. UNABLE TO OPEN SLIDING DOOR MANUALLY OR WITH POWER DOOR MOTOR. LOCK/UNLOCK LATCH IS STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE IN CASE OF VEHICLE CRASH OR FIRE. EXACT SAME ISSUE WITH OLDER MODELS","quote_2_odi":"11698978","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that the driver's side sliding door made an abnormal clicking and buzzing sound while closing. Additionally, the passenger's side sliding door failed to open as intended and remained closed","quote_3_odi":"11689287","quote_3_text":"Passenger side sliding door is stuck in the locked position. Nothing I do will unlock it. The lock doesn't respond to any buttons either on the key fob or on the overhead panel. Also cannot be unlocked manually","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11747804","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started jerking, lost motive power, and the RPMs elevated to the red line","quote_2_odi":"11737310","quote_2_text":"The torque converter(automatic transmission) began failing causing the vehicle to stall when at a traffic light in heavy city traffic allowing for the possibility of being struck by other vehicles because of a restart delay","quote_3_odi":"11687409","quote_3_text":"At 99500 the transmission went Kaputt! Repair man says metal shavings obstructed flow of fluid, through the filter, into the transmission, not allowing for running the car forward or backward. Very dangerous as we were driving down a highway when it just stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11324523","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT STATED HE RENTED A 2020 DODGE CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, A DEER RAN IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE DEER. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE","quote_2_odi":"11414337","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2020 DODGE GRAND CARAVAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ANOTHER PERSON WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AT 45 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2020-airbag-seatbelt-warning","label":"Air bag and seat belt sensor warning malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11508938","quote_1_text":"I AM GETTING A CODE FOR THE THORAX SQUIB SENSOR. THE DEALERSHIP STATES I NEED A DRIVER-SIDE SEAT WIRE HARNESS. WE WERE PUT AT RISK BY THE INTERMITTENT CONNECTION OF THE AIR BAG SENSOR. AS THE LINE BECAME FRAYED AND WIRES BROKE. THE AIRBAGS SYSTEM WAS COMPROMISED CAUSING THE","quote_2_odi":"11604816","quote_2_text":"While driving and all seat belts buckled the seat belt and air bag indicator chimes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2020-key-fob-electrical","label":"Key fob electrical malfunction affecting doors and start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11463036","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Caravan. The contact stated that after securing her infant child inside the vehicle, his wife started the vehicle and then exited the vehicle. After closing the door, it was discovered that all the doors had erroneously locked causing the child to","quote_2_odi":"11487398","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was locked and off in the garage, which is underneath my home. Transmission was in park and the emergency brake was set. I was in the room directly above the garage. The key was in my front pants pocket and I inadvertently pressed some combination of the buttons on the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2020-ptu-rollback","label":"Power transfer unit rollback while parked","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11569084","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] after filling van with gas I entered and started my van. I noticed the gas cap was open so I put the van in park, took my foot off the brake, took off my seat belt, opened the door and exited leaving the door open. After a couple minutes while I was putting the gas cap","quote_2_odi":"11643466","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle and leaving the fuel station, it was noticed through the side view mirror that the fuel door was still open and was forgotten to be closed after refueling. The contact came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Grand Caravan","model_slug":"grand-caravan","cluster_id":"grand-caravan-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11573342","quote_1_text":"I reported transmission issues to the dealership at 59,500 miles in March 2023 on my 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan. After inspection I was told that there was no problems found. On December 26th, 2023 at about 76000 miles my transmission catastrophically failed and required","quote_2_odi":"11657357","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Grand Caravan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered, and the transmission failed to properly shift intermittently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it","quote_3_odi":"11747319","quote_3_text":"The automatic transmission failed while driving, causing a loss of propulsion and leaving the vehicle stranded. This created a safety hazard because the vehicle could no longer accelerate or move out of traffic. This is the fourth Chrysler/Dodge vehicle I have owned that has","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/grand-caravan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-back-over-prevention-recall","label":"Back over prevention recall repair delay and parts unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11656536","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Hornet. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V246000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…","quote_2_odi":"11729354","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Dodge Hornet. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V246000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact had taken the vehicle to a dealer and was informed that the recall repair was completed; however, the NHTSA website indicated that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing opening and closing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728771","quote_1_text":"I am having continual failures of the electronic door lock/linkage that causes the door to no open from either the interior or exterior of the vehicle. The door latch has been replaced twice on the driver door, once on the rear driver side, the passenger rear is going to be…","quote_2_odi":"11653068","quote_2_text":"In cold weather, the driver’s door is either not closing and latching, or it appears like it has closed and then the door flies open while you’re driving. This is dangerous and distracting when it happens (holding the door physically shut while driving at the same time)","quote_3_odi":"11643113","quote_3_text":"Drivers door would not latch or lock. Tried 30 different ways to get the door to latch closed by electronically and manually locking and unlocking the door plus opening and closing it. Had to drive home holding the door shut.  Issue appears to be cold weather related","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713869","quote_1_text":"The electrical system drains the battery if not driven on a daily basis. Now that it had to be jump started the information screen is not working. With that being said, I have no camera, radio, heat and other displays. There have been many people with the same problem with this…","quote_2_odi":"11677036","quote_2_text":"Vehicle loses all power and will not restart Displays driver mode not available Displays numerous systems not working and drains battery. This has happens two times The first was June 14th mileage 13080, second July 17th mileage 14300 (Estimate)","quote_3_odi":"11715513","quote_3_text":"Discontinued vehicle model still under active bumper to bumper warranty (thru 10/26); has faulty rear defroster/heated side mirrors that the \"remedy\" handed down to me was to \"drive more\" in an effort to charge battery to a threshold that allows said necessary safety feature to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-fca-acc-sensor-deactivation","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ACC sensor deactivation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573246","quote_1_text":"The cars advanced safety system sensors malfunction. This leads to a variety of different outcomes. Sometimes we just see the warning lights telling us it’s not working, and other times the car has actually slammed on the brakes as it thought something was in front of it when…","quote_2_odi":"11549271","quote_2_text":"I have been taking my car into the shop to get the lights checked. They’ve come to conclusion that the front crash sensors disable themselves and they have no fix for it.  Chrysler engineers came back and said to close the case and give the car back until they find a fix","quote_3_odi":"11566355","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking and/or Forward Collision Warning will shut off.  While driving the customer we notice that the Automatic Emergency Braking and/or Forward Collision Warning will shut off and we will see two separate icons on the lower left and right sides on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment screen shutdown and CarPlay disconnection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703208","quote_1_text":"I took my Dodge Hornet to the dealership on October 1st for ongoing Apple CarPlay issues and the safety recall involving the center screen and camera system. I explained that the screen had been failing intermittently while driving, shutting off or freezing without warning, and…","quote_2_odi":"11748869","quote_2_text":"I have contacted mopar dodge customer care because i have tried 3 dealerships one including the one i bought my car from to get this recalled and go nowhere ! Dodge had a claim filed for my car and they have not called me in 3 weeks on how to get this issue fixed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-lane-assist-steering-lockup","label":"Lane departure assist steering lockup during cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649630","quote_1_text":"While driving in left lane of one way road at 46 mph with adaptive cruise and lane sense active, the cruise control switched off and lane assist veered left off the road, locking the steering wheel to the left. I was unable to correct steering until after the car had come to a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2023,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710339","quote_1_text":"While driving through Columbia, SC on Jan 10th at 11am the sunroof suddenly shattered. The temp was 80 degrees and it was sunny. Traffic was moderate. There was what sounded like a large explosion and then I heard what sounded like pebbles running down my car","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-adaptive-cruise-fca-dropout","label":"Adaptive cruise control and forward collision avoidance dropout","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05-09 → 2026-07-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719406","quote_1_text":"Since delivery, the Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) system intermittently fails without warning while in motion. The system frequently displays an \"Unavailable\" message, particularly during stop-and-go traffic at speeds around 20 mph. This sudden deactivation occurs with no prior…","quote_2_odi":"11682290","quote_2_text":"The automatic cruise control will suddenly stop working and I’m not sure why. At first I thought it was only because of glare into the radar camera, but I’ve noticed even when conditions are cloudy it still happens. The dash lights up and claims the radar is obstructed and will…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-brake-recall-hydraulic","label":"Hydraulic brake recall repair delays and brake failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-05-09 → 2026-07-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621793","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V752000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts would not be…","quote_2_odi":"11588384","quote_2_text":"Just purchased a 2024 Dodge Hornet for my daughter on [XXX]  She was involved in an accident on [XXX].  Cause of the accident was brake failure - as a result of said failure, she stuck a fuel truck going 45 mph on a highway offramp.  Airbags did not deploy, seat belt did not lock","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical system fires and fuel system fires","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04-19 → 2026-05-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736790","quote_1_text":"At approximately 11:00PM on April 24, 2026 I received a phone call from a neighbor telling me that my car was on fire.  I went outside and the car, which was parked in the driveway, was pouring out smoke and making popping noises. We called the fire department and watch from a…","quote_2_odi":"11584146","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he observed brown smoke emanating from the vent in the interior of the vehicle, prompting him to pull to the shoulder of the roadway. After which, upon exiting the vehicle, he…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system failure with loss of steering and braking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-04-13 → 2026-06-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584317","quote_1_text":"We Purchased the Dodge Hornet GT on 04/17/2024 drove it home and parked it. My Husband tried to drive it on 04/18/2024 and the steering failed and the dash board lit up with: Service Power steering, Drive mode unavailable, Park sense disabled, Service Engine, Auto Dim High Beams…","quote_2_odi":"11728565","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has experienced five distinct instances of total power loss, resulting in the immediate loss of power steering and braking assistance while in motion. These incidents occurred on the following dates:  ​January 10, 2024 ​May 2024 ​October 19, 2024 – November 21, 2024…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-engine-coolant-failure","label":"Engine failure and coolant system malfunctions","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02-02 → 2026-01-19","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644750","quote_1_text":"Our 2024 Dodge Hornet broke down on [XXX] in Baltimore Maryland on [XXX} 8496 miles on it. It was towed to Ourisman Chrysler Dodge  124 north point Blvd 21224. It needed a new engine. Engine replaced October 2024. The new engine needs replacement parts vehicle still not fixed.…","quote_2_odi":"11582756","quote_2_text":"The car operates as if the start stop function is on when it has been turned off. The car idles erratically it launches when driving. The car pulls back while driving and putters. I have been scared to drive the car due to the way it erratically drives. The check engine light…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-rearview-recall-parts","label":"Back-over prevention recall parts unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06-06 → 2026-03-23","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683516","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention display failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the back-over display screen displayed a black screen. The contact stated that because of the failure, the…","quote_2_odi":"11670866","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Dodge Hornet. The contact stated that he had received a text message from the local Dodge dealer and was notified of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V246000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact was also informed that the part to do the recall repair was not yet…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2024,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Hornet","model_slug":"hornet","cluster_id":"hornet-2024-tail-light-fracture","label":"Tail light bar fractures and water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-17 → 2026-06-17","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744798","quote_1_text":"Tail light bar fractured spontaneously without any external physical impact due to structural over-tightening at the factory, creating a risk of water intrusion that can short out required FMVSS rear lighting.  What the data shows is that this isn't a random occurrence — it's a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/dodge/hornet","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-airbag-malfunction","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11641187","quote_1_text":"About 15 minutes into the drive, my side airbags deployed without any collision or even bump in the road. I carefully and swiftly turned onto a side street and pulled over","quote_2_odi":"11300973","quote_2_text":"HEAD ON COLLISION AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11081478","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake wear and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11090177","quote_1_text":"OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS I HAVE HAD AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF WORK DONE ON MY BRAKES. ON THE FRONT WHEELS, BOTH HAVE HAD 3 NEW SETS OF ROTORS, 2 OF WHICH HAD TO BE RESURFACED, 3 SETS OF BRAKE PADS, 2 NEW CALIPERS FOR THE LEFT AND 1 FOR THE RIGHT, 1 BRAKE HOSE AND 1 HUB BEARING FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"11361992","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG, CHECK ENGINE, AND THE EPS TRACTION WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11208903","quote_3_text":"WHEN LEAVING WORK I STARTED MY CAR AND BEGAN TO BACK OUT OF THE PARKING LOT WHEN I WENT TO PUSH ON MY BRAKES TO STOP MY CAR MY BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AS IF I HAD NOTHING BUT AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and seizure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11088408","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AT THE SCENE BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INFORMED THE CONTACT OF A CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CIRCUIT BANK ONE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11258601","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND JERKED BEFORE SHUTTING OFF. AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"11308989","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE ENTIRE BOARD FLASHED AND THEN VEHICLE ENGINE SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-power-steering-hose-rupture","label":"Power steering return hose rupture in cold weather","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11715663","quote_1_text":"Power steering hose ruptured after a few days of snow and ice. I went to drive to the store but was unable to turn out of the driveway due to no power steering","quote_2_odi":"11566676","quote_2_text":"Power steering return hose ruptured when I started the vehicle after setting in sub zero temps for about a week. Found a recall for this same problem but my vehicle was not listed","quote_3_odi":"11072761","quote_3_text":"HAVE HAD POWER STEERING HOSE FAIL TWICE IN TWO WEEKS. THIS HAS HAPPENED AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE IN EXTREME COLD TEMPERATURES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-tipm-no-start","label":"TIPM electrical failure to start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11731127","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2009 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM) had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11118653","quote_2_text":"FAULTY TIPM . CAR STARTS INTERMITTENTLY. DEALERSHIPS AND ALL MECHANICS ARE UNABLE TO RESOLVE. THERE ARE DODGE FORUMS EVERYWHERE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS PROBLEM WHY WONT DODGE RECALL IT ALREADY?","quote_3_odi":"11142243","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WOULD RANDOMLY FAIL TO START. SOMETIMES THE BATTERY WOULD COMPLETELY DRAIN. PUTTING IT IN NEUTRAL WOULD SOMETIMES WORK BUT NOT ALWAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2009,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2009-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":1594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11514118","quote_1_text":"The viscous coupler located at the carrier rear malfunctions and causes the front transfer case to crack open. Do to this causing a catastrophic malfunction and possibly causing a severe accident I feel this should be recalled","quote_2_odi":"11150174","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, THE DRIVESHAFT MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11076680","quote_3_text":"WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GREENBRIER DODGE OF CHESAPEAKE (1717 S MILITARY HWY, CHESAPEAKE, VA 23320) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2010-active-headrest-deploy","label":"Unexpected active head restraint deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1085,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11309845","quote_1_text":"THE HEADREST ON OUR 2010 DODGE JOURNEY POPPED OPEN AS WE WERE DRIVING DOWN I-20. NO ACCIDENT, NO BUMP IN THE ROAD, NO SUDDEN STOP... IT JUST SPRUNG OPEN AND SMACKED MY HUSBAND IN THE BACK OF THE HEAD","quote_2_odi":"11375759","quote_2_text":"2010 JOURNEY SXT FOUND WITH ACTIVE HEADREST DEPLOYED ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY. NO ACCIDENTS - NO BUMPING. THE STEEL PIN WAS STILL IN THE CATCH AND PLASTIC CASING THAT IS SUPPOSED TO HOLD THE STEEL PIN BROKE AWAY","quote_3_odi":"11687796","quote_3_text":"Faulty active head restraints in both front driver and passenger seats, causing both units to deploy while driving, causing my driver to temporarily lose control of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2010-erratic-electrical-tipm","label":"Random horn activation and erratic electrical accessories","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1085,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11559352","quote_1_text":"Horn honks randomly will driving or turned off/parked. Windows go up/down on their own. Locks/unlocks. wipers turn on/off. Emergency flashers turn on/blink all on their own. Appears to be an issue with security system. Replaced TIPM and still having issues with all of the above","quote_2_odi":"11360454","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED RANDOM AND ERRONEOUS ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS WHICH INCLUDED THE DOORS UNLOCKING, THE WINDOWS ROLLING DOWN, THE HORN ACTIVATING, THE WIPERS RANDOMLY ACTIVATING, AND THE ABS RANDOMLY ACTIVATING","quote_3_odi":"11232493","quote_3_text":"THE HORN BLOWS ON ITS OWN AT ANY TIME. IT DOES NOT MATTER IF I AM DRIVING OR IF THE CAR IS TURNED OFF. IT DOES THIS AT ALL HOURS OF THE DAY/NIGHT. PUSHING THE CAR ALARM BUTTON OR PANIC BUTTON DOES NOT STOP IT FROM BLOWING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering line failure and fluid loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1085,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11396167","quote_1_text":"STARTED THE CAR TO GO TO WORK AND HAD NO POWER STEERING. TOOK THE CAR TO THE MECHANIC AND HAD SOME BROKEN LINES REPLACED. TWO DAYS LATER WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT AGAIN. I LOST CONTROL AND ALMOST LANDED IN A DITCH","quote_2_odi":"11395548","quote_2_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND YEAR IN A ROW WE HAVE TO REPLACE THE POWER STEERING LINES. LAST YEAR THE RETURN LINE BURST WHILE DRIVING. NOW JUST YESTERDAY ( 02/09/2021) A LINE BURST AGAIN WHILE DRIVING.THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS THIS ISSUE IN THE WINTER. IT STARTED TO BE ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO","quote_3_odi":"11311795","quote_3_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITHIN THREE MONTHS THIS HAS HAPPENED. FIRST TIME I WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OVER. SECOND TIME. DRIVING AND ALL THE SUDDEN LOSE POWER STEERING. A HOSE UNDER CAR KEEPS BURSTING AT THE PINCH CLAMP AND LOSING ALL POWER STEERING FLUID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2010-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stalling and intermittent failure to start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1085,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11744916","quote_1_text":"Car since bought either won't start or fails to come out of gear then stalls out in reverse or randomly in intersections I have small children and it's dangerous and several mechanic cant figure it out. Replaced batteries starters and issue continues","quote_2_odi":"11331079","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS RANDOMLY STALLING WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE WILL SHUT OFF AND I HAVE TO TURN THE IGNITION OFF COMPLETELY THEN LET IT SIT TO RESTART. SOMETIMES I HAVE TO PUT VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL TO GET IT TO START. HAD BATTERY, FUEL, SPARK PLUGS, ALTERNATOR CHECKED AND THEY ARE WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11245341","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WILL RANDOMLY NOT START. I TURN THE KEY IN THE IGNITION AND THE LIGHTS AND RADIO COME ON, BUT IT ONLY CLICKS AND DOESN'T START. THEN I ATTEMPT TO START IT AGAIN AND IT WILL MAGICALLY START. THIS INTERMITTENT STARTING HAS NO RHYME OR REASON AND HAS LEFT ME STRANDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-abs-module-water-intrusion","label":"ABS module failure from water intrusion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11681909","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard with the ABS warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11365738","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10953723","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ABS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WHEEL BEARING AND BRAKES WERE DEFECTIVE AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11585825","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while his daughter was coming to a complete stop at a stop sign, the vehicle was rear-ended by a distracted driver. The air bags did not deploy, resulting in injury. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10937211","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S HIP WAS INJURED AND MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED","quote_3_odi":"10778531","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK, THE DRIVER SIDE SRS ON THE HEAD REST INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Premature brake rotor wear with steering wheel vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10429643","quote_1_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 5000 MILES, AND LESS THAN 5 MONTHS OLD, MY 2011 DODGE JOURNEY, BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY (STEERING WHEEL) WHEN I SLOWED DOWN. AT FIRST, IT BEGAN AT APPROX 52 MILES AN HOUR, AND WAS NOTICEABLE GOING DOWN SMALL HILLS","quote_2_odi":"10462804","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE NEW IN APRIL 2011. SINCE I'VE HAD MY VEHICLE I'VE BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH THE BRAKING SYSTEM. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL DODGE DEALERSHIP FOR A METAL GRINDING NOISE I'VE BEEN HAVING AT LOW SPEED BRAKING AND THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10519418","quote_3_text":"MY JOURNEY IS LESS THAN 2 YEARS OLD WITH 18,500 MILES. ROTORS ARE ALREADY WARPED (CAR SHAKES VIOLENTLY UPON BRAKING AT ALL SPEEDS). DODGE STATES THAT BRAKES ARE ONLY COVERED UNDER THEIR WARRANTY UP TO 12,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-electrical-no-start-battery","label":"Battery drain and no-start electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11383066","quote_1_text":"THERE ARE MANY MANY AS IN HUGE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS OF THIS JOURNEY VEHICLE NOT STARTING BECAUSE KEEPING A CHARGE. WE HAVE HAD TO BUY AND HAVE DEALER INSTALL THREE BATTERIES IN THE LAST FOUR YEARS","quote_2_odi":"11297496","quote_2_text":"THE BATTERY HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE WITHIN THE LAST 8 MONTHS AND 2 YEARS PRIOR TO THAT. THE DAY PRIOR TO LATEST EPISODE, THE CAR WAS DRIVEN FOR OVER 200 MILES AND THERE WAS NO NOTATION OF PROBLEMS ON THAT DAY","quote_3_odi":"11096545","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE BATTERY INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11230398","quote_1_text":"WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE USED, BACK IN FEBRUARY. OVER THE LAST SEVERAL MONTHS THE VEHICLE HAD SPORADICALLY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING. THE ENGINE COMPLETELY STOPS WHILE MOVING. SOME TIMES IT TAKES MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO TURN IT BACK ON","quote_2_odi":"10465603","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 55 TO 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AFTER THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AFTER THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10604442","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION, BEING DRIVEN, IT STALLS AT LEAST ONCE PER WEEK FOR NO APPARENT REASON!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2011-power-steering-cold-leak","label":"Power steering hose leak in cold weather","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11739493","quote_1_text":"Power steering starts leaking in cold climates resulting in tightness and difficulty in steering wheel . recall code s08","quote_2_odi":"11712828","quote_2_text":"Stirring wheel fluid hose has burst during cold weather, and will lose control of wheel. My car wasn’t listed in the recall for that said issue for other dodge journey’s. I had it repair ones and now its doing it again","quote_3_odi":"10959609","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING OUR 2011 DODGE JOURNEY TO WORK ON CITY STREETS THE STEERING SUDDENLY BECAME VERY STIFF. HARD TO TURN. LOOKING AT THE POWER STEERING FLUID RESERVOIR IT WAS EMPTY AND FLUID STILL DRIPPING OUT FROM UNDER THE CAR NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-abs-module-warning-lights","label":"ABS module failure with warning lights and degraded braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11676986","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the ABS module needed to be replaced; however, the part was on back order. The contact stated that after","quote_2_odi":"11617767","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that after it rained, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the speedometer gauge dropped to \"0 MPH”. The contact stated that the warning lights illuminated after it rained; additionally, the Electronic Throttle Control","quote_3_odi":"11624957","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ABS module was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11062993","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHEN SHE APPROACHED A STOP SIGN AND A STOP LIGHT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED BEFORE OR AFTER THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE SHERMAN DODGE CHRYSLER JEEP RAM DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11419156","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalls intermittently, when coming to a stop at a light or Stop Sign.This has occurred on multiple occasions and could result in serious injury or Death. The latest date was yesterday May 31,2021","quote_3_odi":"11142643","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE CRANK SHAFT SENSOR WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-headrest-deployment","label":"Front seat headrest inadvertent deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11680274","quote_1_text":"Headrest popped open and can't be closed. Unable to remove headrest to try and fix it","quote_2_odi":"11634681","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Dodge Journey. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the driver's side headrest deployed inadvertently and hit the contact's head. The contact sustained pain from the neck down to the shoulder but did not receive medical assistance. The dealer was","quote_3_odi":"11207502","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY DRIVER SEAT HEAD REST RANDOMLY DEPLOYED. LUCKILY MY HEAD WAS NOT ON IT AT THE TIME AS I WAS LOOKING IN MY MIRRORS TO MOVE OVER A LANE ON THE INTERSTATE. IF MY HEAD HAD BEEN ON IT AND IT DEPLOYED, THERE'S NO TELLING WHAT COULD'VE HAPPENED,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-heater-core-no-heat","label":"Heater core failure with no passenger-side heat","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11292020","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE HAD NO HEAT JUST COOL AIR COMING OUT OF VENTS. DRIVERS SIDE HAD HEAT COMING OUT OF VENTS. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT FACILITY TO HAVE COOLING SYSTEM AND HEATER CORE FLUSHED. WAS TOLD BY INDEPENDENT SHOP IF PROBLEM COMES BACK TO TAKE VEHICLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11286844","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER FAILED TO FUNCTION AND COULD NOT DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATER CORE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO","quote_3_odi":"11164074","quote_3_text":"HEATER CORE HAS TO BE REPLACED! I HAVE NO HEAT COMING OUT OF THE PASSENGER SIDE VENTS! WILL COST OVER$1300.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-no-start-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain and intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11282673","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY WOULD SUDDENLY FAIL INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE WOULD HAVE TO BE JUMPSTARTED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT","quote_2_odi":"11209451","quote_2_text":"AFTER PARKING THE CAR, GOING INTO A STORE AND RETURNING TO THE CAR - IT WOULD NOT START. THE PUSH BUTTON WOULD NOT WORK. NOTHING CAME UP ON THE SCREEN. I WAS STRANDED UNTIL SOMEONE GAVE ME A RIDE. AFTERWARDS, A MECHANIC CHECKED THE VEHICLE. HE SAID THAT THE ALTERNATOR IS GOOD,","quote_3_odi":"11192356","quote_3_text":"AFTER THE CAR HAS BEEN SITTING IN MY GARAGE FOR THE WEEKEND IT WON'T START. IT SAYS THE KEY FOB IS NOT DETECTED OR IT'S SO DEAD IT WON'T SHOW ANYTHING AT ALL. I GET IT TO START AFTER GETTING JUMPED. IT TAKES ABOUT 5 MINUTES OF BEING HOOKED UP BEFORE IT'S CHARGED ENOUGH TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2012,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or hard-to-turn steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11337582","quote_1_text":"IT'S BEEN A FEW WEEKS NOW THAT MY STEERING WHEEL STARTED TURNING HARD.. WHEN IT GOT REALLY HARD TO TURN WAS WHEN I TOOK IT SERIOUS THAT SOMETHING MAY BE WRONG.. ABOUT THREE WEEK AGO , BEING AT THE END OF JUNE I CHECKED MY POWER STEERING OIL I NOTICED I HAD MAJOR OIL LOSS.. I HAD","quote_2_odi":"11064254","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING RETURN LINE BURST ON A COLD START 01/17/18 IN MOORHEAD MN AT ABOUT 0 DEGREES F. HE IS A NEW DRIVER AS OF 09/13/17 AND WAS SCARED AT AN INTERSECTION WHEN TURNING LEFT WITH ONCOMING TRAFFIC THAT THE VEHICLE WAS VERY HARD TO STEER. HE AVOIDED AN ACCIDENT NARROWLY","quote_3_odi":"11062135","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED OF THE INCIDENT HOWEVER, THERE WAS NO CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-abs-esc-brake-warning","label":"ABS module failure and ESC/traction warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759940","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving, the ABS, brake, and traction control warning lights remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11328122","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEIR VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER TWO RECALLS REGARDING THE ABS SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11175050","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, IT FAILED TO START AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTING WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11590335","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in a parking lot, she had observed a small amount of smoke but was not aware of where the smoke was being emitted","quote_2_odi":"11465087","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to deaccelerate its speed and multiple warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11156596","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DASHBOARD WAS EMITTING EXTREME HEAT ON THE FLOOR AND FIRE EMERGED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stalling and no-start electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11342972","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11307463","quote_2_text":"MY DODGE JOURNEY'S ENGINE SHUT OFF TWICE WHILE I WAS DRIVING WITH NO WARNING. NO LOSS OF LIGHTS OR RADIO, BUT THE ENGINE JUST SHUTS OFF AND CAR CANNOT BE RESTARTED","quote_3_odi":"11185137","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED THIS CAR IN 2012 AND SINCE THEN, I HAVE REPLACED THE BATTERY AT LEAST ONCE A YEAR AND DODGE KEEPS TELLING ME THAT THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint unintended deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11592484","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while her husband was driving out of the driveway, the passenger's side headrest abruptly exploded. No injuries were reported","quote_2_odi":"11279084","quote_2_text":"MY HEADREST DEPLOYED SUDDENLY AND BROKE APART INTO TWO PIECES WHILE I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH ON A FLAT, LEVEL HIGHWAY. BEING SO CLOSE TO MY EARS, THE NOISE WAS VERY LOUD","quote_3_odi":"11119850","quote_3_text":"I WAS SITTING WITH MY CAR ON, IN PARK IN THE PARKING LOT WHEN MY DRIVER SIDE HEADREST DEPLOYED. I DIDN'T GET IN AN ACCIDENT, THE HEADREST WASN'T EVEN BEING TOUCHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11485446","quote_1_text":"The contact's wife owns a 2013 Dodge Journey. The stated while driving 65 MPH, the power steering assist failed without warning","quote_2_odi":"11309588","quote_2_text":"WHEN TURNING TO THE LEFT THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT AND SOMETIMES COMES RIGHT BACK . IN WHICH ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR SNAPES TO THE LEFT VIOLENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11230084","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN, THE POWER STEERING SEIZED AND MADE IT DIFFICULT TO STEER OR TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2013,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11493874","quote_1_text":"In the past 3 years I have had my transmission go out on my vehicle 3 times. All 3 times I was driving when it happened and my car just stopped shifting or would not shift past 2nd gear","quote_2_odi":"11256101","quote_2_text":"SOMETHING HAS GONE VERY WRONG IN MY TRANSMISSION. POSSIBLY TORK CONVERTER OR A PUMP CAUSING 2 ERROR CODES AND A HUGE WINDING NOISE UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11140008","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure and warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11617588","quote_1_text":"The ABS module has failed. There was a recall R61 issued previously for this issue of moisture causing ABS module failures","quote_2_odi":"11702923","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and Traction Control Systems malfunctioned, causing an uneven wheel spin and making the vehicle extremely difficult to steer or control","quote_3_odi":"11473510","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to move downward and remained seized. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11310944","quote_1_text":"MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT STARTED COMING ON. I LOOKED TO SEE IF THERE IS A RECALL. THERE IS","quote_2_odi":"11413550","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT HAS BEEN TOGGLING ON AND OFF FOR LAST TWO MONTHS. DEALERSHIP HOOKED UP TO COMPUTER AND THE AIRBAG/HARNESS MUST BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11698788","quote_3_text":"None of the airbags in the car deployed when I was in a high-impact front-end collision traveling at 45 mph. I was wearing my seatbelt, but the airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-engine-stall-shutoff","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732858","quote_1_text":"I was informed that it was the transmission. The vehicle does not advance going 5 mph. The vehicle stopped working in a busy intersection and I had to pull over into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11460140","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11221287","quote_3_text":"SINCE OWNING THE VEHICLE, BOUGHT BRAND NEW, EVERY SO OFTEN WHILE DRIVING THE RADIO AND ALL THE LIGHTS WOULD TURN OFF AND THEN COME BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11753487","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the contact became aware that the front passenger head restraint was damaged and unhinged","quote_2_odi":"11602081","quote_2_text":"As I was driving on the highway my headrest made a loud bang and smaked the back of my head/ neck with a lot of force. I almost lost control of the vehicle, and it really hurt","quote_3_odi":"11415572","quote_3_text":"ON 5/6/21, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING AND STATIONARY, WAITING TO TURN LEFT THROUGH AN INTERSECTION ON CITY STREETS, THE AHR (ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT) RANDOMLY DEPLOYED IN THE DRIVER HEADREST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-liftgate-wiring-harness","label":"Rear liftgate wiring harness failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11757433","quote_1_text":"Rearview camera not working. I received a recall notice and 2 days later my rear view camera stopped working, but for some reason my vehicle is not on the list to be repaired?","quote_2_odi":"11707565","quote_2_text":"My reverse lights, rear wiper and plate light have all Stopped working due to severed wires in the liftgate wiring harness at the hinge area","quote_3_odi":"11419611","quote_3_text":"fire risk of wiring breaking at upper right corner at liftgate (rear hatch door) wiring is breaking within rubber boot. this cause a fire risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2014,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":411,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11648761","quote_1_text":"Hi, my dodge Journey 2014 has been experiencing steering issues(stiff and hard to turn) when driving at lower speeds","quote_2_odi":"11573815","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel locked on me while it was on drive. I could not turn it left or right. It does this at random which is dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11493664","quote_3_text":"Power steering lines rupture in cold weather, causing you to loose power steering when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2015-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure with ABS and traction control lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-05 →2025-12","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11191290","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE WHEN MY ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT CAME ON. I SEEN WHERE MY VEHICLE IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE RECALL. I HAVE A 2015 WITH ONLY 44105 MILES. IT WILL COST ME SEVERAL HUNDREDS DOLLARS TO HAVE IT FIXED.","quote_2_odi":"10984206","quote_2_text":"ABS AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS CAME ON WHILE DRIVING. THERE IS CURRENTLY A RECALL FOR THIS BUT MY VEHICLE IT IS SAYING NOT COVERED. DODGE RECALL NUMBER R61. NHTSA #15V675000. SO NOW I HAVE AN UNSAFE VEHICLE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2015-05 →2025-11","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11404924","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS STALLING OUT WHILE DRIVING IN MOTION...LIGHTS THAT HAVE BEEN ON SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR FROM AUTO LIQUIDATORS ABS LIGHT, ENGINE LIGHT AND ANOTHER LIGHT I DON'T KNOW HOW TO EXPLAIN. SOMETIMES IT RESTARTS SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T.","quote_2_odi":"11339823","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE'S CAR HAS STALLED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE RUNNING IN TRAFFIC AT 55 MPH AND ABOVE. SHE EASILY COULD HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION. CAR HAS BEEN TO DEALER 4 TIMES FOR REPAIR, BUT STILL HAS SAME PROBLEM. CAR HAS UNDER 60K MILES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Headrest deployment without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":109,"date_range":"2017-03 →2026-06","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11325146","quote_1_text":"UPON ENTERING OUR VEHICLE, WE NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER HEADREST HAD DEPLOYED. WE HAVE NOT BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, HAD NOT MOVED THE SEAT OR EVEN TILTED IT FORWARD. THIS APPEARS TO JUST HAVE HAPPENED OVERNIGHT, WHILE THE CAR WAS SITTING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11353424","quote_2_text":"CAME OUT TO MY CAR THIS MORNING, 09/06/2020, TO FIND THE HEADREST HAD DEPLOYED. THE CAR WAS PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY OVER NIGHT. I HAD DRIVEN THE CAR THE DAY BEFORE AND THE HEADREST HAD NOT DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO ACCIDENTS TO CAUSE THIS.","quote_3_odi":"11308224","quote_3_text":"WHILE JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADREST DEPLOYED. IT DID NOT ELECTRONICALLY RELEASE, BUT THE PLASTIC GOING AROUND THE RETAINING PIN BROKE. PASSENGER WAS HIT IN THE BACK OF THE HEAD BUT NOT SERIOUSLY INJURED.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-06 →2026-01","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11100601","quote_1_text":"STEERING SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS OUT. A FEW DAYS LATER THEY CALLED (CAR WAS STILL AT THE SHOP) AND SAID THAT THE PUMP GOING OUT CAUSED A RUPTURE IN THE RACK AND PINION.","quote_2_odi":"11005383","quote_2_text":"WHEN IN MOTION GOING AT VARIETY SPEEDS THE CAR STALLS MID MOVEMENT AND POWER STEERING STOPS. IT HAS HAPPENED AT STOPS AS WELL AS IN MOTION.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2015,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2015-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2015-05 →2026-05","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11413826","quote_1_text":"COMPLETE POWER LOSS WHILE DRIVING THE WHOLE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED. SINCE THAT EVENT WE HAD HAVE CONSTANT PROBLEMS WITH MISFIRES AND FUEL INJECTORS. AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS.","quote_2_odi":"11471543","quote_2_text":"When driving you can hear transmission whining van shift ok but constantly whining put in neutral and it stops.Will take it in for diagnose.Thanks.","quote_3_odi":"11361920","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING HAD IT LOOKED AT SEVERAL TIME AND CANT FIND ANYTHING HAD THE OIL CHECKED AND ITS STILL GOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11739289","quote_1_text":"My abs, brake and traction light came on. I ran a code reader which indicated my abs module has failed","quote_2_odi":"11577692","quote_2_text":"My abs module has malfunctioned so I lost anti lock brakes traction control and cruise control. The dealership has no parts and don't know when they can them","quote_3_odi":"11550974","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the traction control warning light and the ABS warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-crank-cam-sensor-stall","label":"Engine stall tied to crankshaft and camshaft sensors","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11671775","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped for a traffic signal or stopped for traffic, the vehicle was stalling. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11533599","quote_2_text":"In regards to the recall S89 that has NOT been issued for my 2016 Dodge Journey - the crankshaft sensor has been replaced 3 times. While traveling on the highway, at highway speeds the vehicle will just die with little to no warning","quote_3_odi":"11423864","quote_3_text":"I was traveling on the highway when the vehicle suddenly, without warning, stalled and stopped running. I was able to cruise until the vehicle completely stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-electrical-malfunctions","label":"Electrical accessory and lighting malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11738916","quote_1_text":"The air conditioner turns on by itself. When I turn it off it immediately turns itself back on. I have turned it off at least ten times repeatedly back to back and it continued to turn back on by itself","quote_2_odi":"11643921","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the doors continuously locked and unlocked, and the windows continuously rolled up and down unintendedly","quote_3_odi":"11458482","quote_3_text":"Headlights keep flickering while driving and park on high beams and low beams","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11543275","quote_1_text":"The passenger side active head restraint (AHR) burst open injuring the owner who was sitting in the passenger seat while the vehicle was moving. There was no rear end impact and there was no reason for the AHR to malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11531505","quote_2_text":"While driving, the front passenger headrest just deployed and sprung forward, hitting my son in the back of the head","quote_3_odi":"11376195","quote_3_text":"WHILE MY CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVE WAY AT MY HOUSE, THE PASSENGER SIDE HEAD REST RESTRAINT DEPLOYED WHEN NO ONE WAS IN THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with increased steering effort","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11720186","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH and turning left, the steering wheel was extremely stiff. The contact stopped, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and became aware that the power steering hoses were disconnected","quote_2_odi":"11666536","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH and turning the steering wheel to the left or to the right, the steering wheel was resistant","quote_3_odi":"11324829","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR WHEN STEERING SUDDENLY BECAME ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE. IT WAS FRIGHTENING AND DANGEROUS. WE WERE FINALLY ABLE TO MUSCLE THE CAR TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, DODGING TRAFFIC ALL THE WAY, AND STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera blank or inverted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11752518","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera of my Dodge Journey, without warning, displayed an inverted screen in place of the rearview image","quote_2_odi":"11717520","quote_2_text":"The rear view camera has become unreliable. It sometimes flickers. It sometimes is upside down. It is sometimes gray. It works properly about 10% of the time","quote_3_odi":"11575614","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was completely black. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-throttle-limp-mode","label":"Electronic throttle control fault with power loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11426257","quote_1_text":"Driving home from work (about 10:45p on 7/22/2021), when, without warning, the ETC (electronic throttle control) and the Trac light came on. This led to an immediate lose of power with no ability to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11610250","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and the RPM was between 2,500 - 3,500 RPM, the vehicle started decelerating","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2016,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2016-transmission-pump-failure","label":"Transmission pump failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11729840","quote_1_text":"The car started making a whining noise as I was exiting the highway. Within 2 minutes, the check engine light came on. Shortly after that as I was turning right on the street to enter the parking lot, the car lost power and would not move forward","quote_2_odi":"11587601","quote_2_text":"Transmission pump has failed at only 98,000 miles. I was stopped at a stop light and the vehicle would no longer move. I restarted it, and it allowed me to continue driving, but once I stopped again at a stop light it wouldn’t move","quote_3_odi":"11426835","quote_3_text":"As I was driving 80 miles hour on interstate, I begin to hear a whining noise and pulled into rest area (thankfully). As I pull in, the car stops moving and will not go anywhere...not reverse or drive. At this time Engine light comes on. No early warning signs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying without a crash","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11748798","quote_1_text":"While driving on a smooth paved road at normal speed, the active head restraint on the passenger seat suddenly deployed without any impact or collision. The headrest struck the passenger in the back of the head, causing pain and a potential injury","quote_2_odi":"11670885","quote_2_text":"The active headrest deployed in the driver's seat while the vehicle was in use. The vehicle was not involved in any accident at the time of the deployment, and it was unprovoked","quote_3_odi":"11638596","quote_3_text":"We were driving on the interstate and my front seat passenger headrest blew apart. I could have suffered neck injury due to the force of the impact, or accident due to startling the driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11534280","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy when I hit someone at 35+mph. My passenger and my safety was put at risk because the air bags did not deploy causing us to be thrown forward forcefully causing pain in our back and neck","quote_2_odi":"11080003","quote_2_text":"I REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME GOING APPROXIMATELY 45MPH HEAD ON, CAUSING MAJOR FRONT END DAMAGE. NEITHER OF THE FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE CAR WAS TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"11210692","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE VEHICLE WAS T-BONED BY A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE INCIDENT THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER 3 TIMES AND THE FRONT END AND SIDES WERE SEVERELY DAMAGED BUT NO SIDE CURTAIN OR FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11454574","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated with an audible tone while driving. The contact stated that the failure occurred approximately three times throughout the day while driving the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11165633","quote_2_text":"ONE MONTH AFTER PURCHASING THE 2017 DODGE JOURNEY THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED DODGE DEALER AND THEY INFORMED US THAT THE AIRBAG WIREING HARNESS LOCATED UNDER THE DRIVERS FRONT SEAT WAS FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"11320146","quote_3_text":"THE LIGHT FIRST APPEARED INTERMITTENTLY UPON IGNITION BUT NOW REMAINS ON WHENEVER THE CAR IS STARTED AND RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-catalytic-converter-code","label":"Catalytic converter efficiency code P0420","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11243943","quote_1_text":"ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DASH AND I IMMEDIATELY NOTICED THAT THE CAR WAS HESITATING AND FELT AS IT WAS LOSING POWER WHILE ACCELERATING. I THEN TOOK IT INTO AN AUTO REPAIR SHOP AND WAS INFORMED THAT MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND WAS OVER $800 IN REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"11661569","quote_2_text":"My check light came on and when I check the code which was a p0420, Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)","quote_3_odi":"11560503","quote_3_text":"My engine light came on my vehicle and the dealership says it’s a catalytic converter problem and I need a new one","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-hvac-radio-self-activation","label":"A/C and radio switching on without driver input","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11543101","quote_1_text":"My ac or radio will turn on when ever it wants. I can turn my stuff off up to 18 times in a day. I have no control over my units front or back","quote_2_odi":"11682525","quote_2_text":"The electrical system keeps failing. The front windows the radio ac and power lock and doors glitch on and off. This is daily to put where the radio and ac will not stay on for more than 30 seconds","quote_3_odi":"11258940","quote_3_text":"I CAN BE DRIVING OR PARKED AND THE A/C KEEPS COMING ON EVERY TIME I SHUT IT OFF IT COMES BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11243797","quote_1_text":"THE 2017 DODGE JOURNEY STALLS INTERMITTENTLY AT ALL SPEEDS AND DRIVING CONDITIONS. STOP AND GO IN TRAFFIC, ACCELERATING ON THE HIGHWAY, COASTING UP A HILL, STARTING FROM A STOP IN AN INTERSECTION. USUALLY NO CODES ARE THROWN","quote_2_odi":"11574229","quote_2_text":"The vehicle shuts off while driving. It has occurred 6 times over the course of a year. It results in a total loss of power, steering, brakes creating a very unsafe scenario","quote_3_odi":"11115487","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE HAD DIED WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS DISPLAYED. I LOST POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES. ONCE I GOT THE VEHICLE STOPPED I PUT IT IN PARK, STEPPED ON THE BRAKE AND PUSHED THE IGNITION BUTTON AND THE VEHICLE STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-steering-seize","label":"Steering wheel seizing or becoming hard to turn","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11232684","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND POWERED OFF THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_2_odi":"11429884","quote_2_text":"On Monday, August 16, 2021, I was driving towards a busy intersection when my steering wheel was all of a sudden unable to turn in either direction. I stopped the vehicle before merging on the busy intersection, which my next destination was I-80","quote_3_odi":"11123357","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM THE MARKET WHEN MY STEERING WHEEL STIFFED UP WHEN I WAS TRYING TO MAKE A LEFT. IT WAS VERY HARD TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND THEN I TRY TO MAKE IT GO STRAIGHT AND IT WAS HARD TO EVEN IT OUT, AS WELL AS TRYING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2017-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and internal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11097983","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IS FAILING TO SHIFT. IT SHIFTS EXTREMELY HARD AND THE REVERSE TAKES A FEW MINUTES TO KICK IN OR IT DOESN'T WORK AT ALL. SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"11291146","quote_2_text":"THE HYDRAULIC PUMP BLEW AND CAUSED COMPLETE DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION COSTING ME $3500 TO GET THE COMPLETE TRANSMISSION REBUILT","quote_3_odi":"11317210","quote_3_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING HOME AND THE CAR STARTED JERKING THEN SUDDENLY STOPPED. NO PRIOR INDICATION THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM. HAD CAR TOWED TO MECHANIC & WAS TOLD TRANSMISSION IS HOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-brake-vibration","label":"Brake vibration and grinding when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11645181","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle shook abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11545998","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed, and the contact heard an abnormal grinding sound. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11338822","quote_3_text":"SINCE AROUND 9,000 MILES I HAVE HAD A VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY REPLACED THE FRONT ROTORS STILL DOING IT I HAVE TOOK IT BACK 7 TIMES THEY CLAIM NOTHING WRONG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-cruise-control-disengage","label":"Cruise control failing to disengage","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11660707","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle with the cruise control activated, the cruise control failed to immediately deactivate, and the vehicle failed to decelerate while depressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11308859","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING FROM SAN DIEGO TO DALLAS WITH CRUISE ENGAGED IT SUDDENLY STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND BECAME ERATIC SPEEDING UP AND SLOWING DOWN. ENGINE RPM FLUCTUATED AT SAME TIME. BRAKING DID NOT FULLY DISENGAGE THE SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11541125","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the adaptive cruise control (ACC) mode failed to disengage as intended and several unknown warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-door-lock-window-failure","label":"Door lock and power window electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11704511","quote_1_text":"2 years ago, it started with the driver side window not opening intermittently. Then the door locks would not operate from the driver side controls. Now every window will not open and the driver door is not recognized by the car","quote_2_odi":"11474164","quote_2_text":"My wiring harness needs replaced. 3 of my 4 windows would only work sometimes. I was told there was a loose connection but when those wires were held together it got extremely hot very fast, and not to even attempt to use the windows because it could cause a fire","quote_3_odi":"11606405","quote_3_text":"Door locks Doors remain locked or unlocked. Key fob will not unlock or lock doors. Panel will not unlock or locked doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11553760","quote_1_text":"A stall/no start condition situation occurred while driving, and has occurred a few times over the last couple of weeks. I have had the issue checked by a trusted mechanic, and it was suggested that the power control module(pcm) would likely need to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11443835","quote_2_text":"Engine shuts off without warning. Driving and all of sudden, engine stops, drop vehicle in neutral and push start and it starts right back","quote_3_odi":"11595103","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving various speeds, the vehicle inadvertently shut-off with the check engine and traction control warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-headlight-moisture","label":"Moisture inside headlight housings","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11526975","quote_1_text":"Headlight housings leak on both sides of car causing extreme condensation buildup causing poor visibility and causing headlight bulbs to burn out at unpredictable times. Loss of a headlight causing serious vision problems at night","quote_2_odi":"11533261","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the contact observed water filling the driver's and passenger's side headlights, potentially reducing nighttime visibility. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11512172","quote_3_text":"Both headlights on the vehicle have a major amount of moisture in them. Also, when using the headlights the lights surge. They will get really bright and then dim down the whole time they are being used","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-headrest-deployment","label":"Active headrest deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11675486","quote_1_text":"The passengers side head rest came apart. It came apart so fast it was like it exploded. It was almost like it had an air bag on the inside of it. I just started the unit in our drive way, went to back out, and it came apart","quote_2_odi":"11618573","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 5 MPH, the passenger’s side headrest detached. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the passenger’s side headrest needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11621693","quote_3_text":"Randomly and suddenly the head rest safety mechanism deployed. No one was seriously injured but it did leave a mark on my daughter's arm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-power-steering-leak","label":"Power steering fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11674717","quote_1_text":"Power steering leak, started in cold weather. Found other 2018 models have had a recall for the same issue - but my vin is not listed","quote_2_odi":"11609861","quote_2_text":"The power steering system keeps leaking for multiple different locations and is intermittent. The leak is never in the same spot. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11373054","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING RUPTURED AND LEAKING, HAPPENS WHEN WEATHER BECAME COLDER. ALREADY A KNOWN ISSUE WITH OTHER MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2018,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2018-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera blank or inverted image in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11750685","quote_1_text":"The rearview backup camera intermittently fails to display an image when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. The camera occasionally works, but most of the time the screen is blank or the image does not appear","quote_2_odi":"11698012","quote_2_text":"The back up camera intermittently comes on when vehicle in reverse. Sometimes it shows a camera with a line, sometimes an image then it disappears and sometimes the image is hazy or distorted","quote_3_odi":"11532129","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after shifting into reverse(R), the camera image was upside down or the screen only showed static. The contact stated that the failure had become a recurring failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11627974","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while the vehicle was completely stopped, another vehicle driving at 55 MPH rear-ended his vehicle. There were no air bags deployed upon impact","quote_2_odi":"11539055","quote_2_text":"On 7/17/2-23 I was rear ended at 55mph And my Airbags didn't deploy. On 7/18/2023 I reported it to Dodge I was given a case # told someone would call me in 48 hrs and they told me it was fine to drive, no one ever called","quote_3_odi":"11383972","quote_3_text":"I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES BUT DIDN'T EVEN SLOW DOWN. I REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY NOR DID MY SEAT BELT EVEN TIGHTEN. MY ENTIRE BODY ESPECIALLY ON THE RIGHT SIDE SLAMMED THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure and distorted display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754474","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a black screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failure of the rear-view camera","quote_2_odi":"11757289","quote_2_text":"My rear view camera shows a black screen when the vehicle is put in reverse. It is not a fuse problem. That has been checked. I have resorted to “the old fashioned way” of looking behind either side when backing up","quote_3_odi":"11288348","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 DODGE JOURNEY. WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT, THE VEHICLE'S BACK UP CAMERA FAILED TO ALERT THE CONTACT OF ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT STRUCK THE PARKED VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight lens condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11690544","quote_1_text":"Bought this 2019 dodge journey in Aug 2020. Immediately noticed the headlight condensation. Brought it to the dealership to investigate and they told me it would require a whole new headlight part that would be chargeable and not covered under any warranty","quote_2_odi":"11687773","quote_2_text":"Headlight condensation because of improper seal causing damage and blown headlamp","quote_3_odi":"11582889","quote_3_text":"Left headlamp seal is bad. Condensation on inside has diminished brightness. The right lamp also leaked but was replaced under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-seat-headrest-failure","label":"Seat frame and headrest release failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11518454","quote_1_text":"Passenger head rest popped open with great force barely missing my head as I was getting into my seat. Now i fear it is a matter of time till the driver head rest pops open","quote_2_odi":"11450313","quote_2_text":"All seat have side power move for open and close in second row and front row press down n up area plastic area holder it broke all of 4 of them seat broken for no reason","quote_3_odi":"11601298","quote_3_text":"My driver side head rest deployed without an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-seatbelt-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger seatbelt sensor failure and cover detachment","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11736336","quote_1_text":"Passenger seatbelt sensor stopped working then while later the cover broke off of the frame with no cause. Not allowing the seatbelt or airbags to work properly","quote_2_odi":"11694123","quote_2_text":"The cover for the seat belt and airbag on the front passenger seat have become disconnected without any incident causing such. Possibly not allowing the seat belt or airbag to function properly","quote_3_odi":"11690553","quote_3_text":"A few years ago the passenger seatbelt beeper stopped working. Unsure if air bags will deploy in a crash or not since the seat isn't detecting a person","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine shutdown or power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11575469","quote_1_text":"I will be driving the vehicle and it will go completely dark, no electrical function, shuts right off in the middle of traffic. After a period of time, everything will power back up. This happens randomly and is very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11426299","quote_2_text":"While driving I came to a stop sign on a hill and the vehicle shut off on its own and started rolling backwards down the hill. I tried to brake but it wouldn't let me so I was forced to throw it into park so it would stop","quote_3_odi":"11245096","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE, THE ESC, AND THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL WARNING LIGHT, WOULD ALL COME ON AND THE VEHICLE WOULD BOG DOWN AND NOT BE ABLE TO GO ABOVE 40 MPH. THIS HAS HAPPENED 5 TIMES NOW, IT IS BACK AT DEMPSEY DODGE DEALERSHIP FOR THE 4TH TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2019,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"dodge-journey-2019-transmission-clunk-slip","label":"Transmission clunking and slipping between gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11661900","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure at 43,226 miles, costing me $7,471.96. Replacement required. These are known to be a faulty transmission having recalls at this time up through 2016. Mine is not yet included but should be as they are the same unit","quote_2_odi":"11395232","quote_2_text":"CAR \"CLUNKS\" WHEN GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, SPORADICALLY. ALSO THE TRANSMISSION \"SLIPS\" OCCASIONALLY. I HAVE BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP, CHANGED ALL ENGINE MOUNTS, NOVEMBER 2020","quote_3_odi":"11362716","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IS STALLING AT 25739 MILES. I BOUGHT IT IN APRIL OF 2020, 6 MONTHS AGO. WHEN ACCELERATED THE ENGINE STRUGGLES TO GET OVER 65 MILES AND REVS INCREDIBLY. THEN THE TACHOMETER SHOOTS UP AND DOWN GIVING ME UNSTABLE SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-abs-module-unavailable","label":"ABS module failure with discontinued replacement part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11678044","quote_1_text":"I awaited for the service advisor to call me and when Mark did call, it was to inform me the computer could not read my car due to the ABS module possibly malfunctioned and this is causing the computer to not read my transmission sensors","quote_2_odi":"11634099","quote_2_text":"My ABS and Traction Control light came on in the dash, and my cruise control stopped working. I took the vehicle to the dealership and they said the HCU and ABS Modules were bad, but the ABS Module was no longer made by Chrysler, and it wasn't available aftermarket","quote_3_odi":"11655091","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 50 MPH, the check engine, Service Park Assist, and the TPMS warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11688070","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera on my 2020 Dodge Journey failed and stopped displaying a proper image. To restore safety, I purchased and installed a new aftermarket rearview camera. Recently, FCA/Stellantis announced recall 59C (NHTSA 25V-552) for this exact issue","quote_2_odi":"11670998","quote_2_text":"The rearview camera goes out at times. It just has a black screen. Other times the camera view is upside down or there are lines through the camera image. Other times it works just fine. There are intermittent issues with the camera throughout the day","quote_3_odi":"11723249","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that the rear-view camera had started failing. The contact stated that occasionally the image was inverted or the image rolled. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V552000 (Back Over Prevention)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-dash-electrical-malfunction","label":"Dashboard, HVAC, and door lock electrical malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11758733","quote_1_text":"When starting my car and turning on my air or heat component the front will turn on but the components in the middle won’t! You have to hit the panel to make it turn on and when your driving the middle component shuts off losing power","quote_2_odi":"11721534","quote_2_text":"The car door locks fail to lock/unlock. Outside, it has been intermittent, meaning at times, my key fob will unlock/lock the doors but at times will it work","quote_3_odi":"11720072","quote_3_text":"Left speaker drivers seat goes in and out with sound. Radio glitches volume goes up and down randomly. Open door alarm sounds randomly. Blue tooth does not work. Sinus x does not work. Back up camera flipped upside down and beeps all the time when in reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-engine-stall-loss-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11703771","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Dodge Journey. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated after the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11704116","quote_2_text":"Driving on highway 26 at 70 miles in Newberry, SC, the truck hesitated and cut of stalled, was able to get it of the road before it died, push the button to try to start, Engine light came on and dashboard went out, steam coming from the hood, got the children out of the car,","quote_3_odi":"11550185","quote_3_text":"I have brought the car to the dealership three times. It stalls and hesitates when accelerating. The dealership cannot recreate the issue because it only happens after you've been driving all day running errands and they don't have anyone that can duplicate the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-headlight-moisture-failure","label":"Headlight moisture intrusion and persistent failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11686502","quote_1_text":"Passenger side headlight which is a sealed headlight has moisture creating dimmed visibility a night -how does a sealed headlight get moisture in it unless it’s defective - the car only had 23,000 miles when problem started","quote_2_odi":"11670433","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Dodge Journey has a persistent issue with the passenger-side headlight. Despite multiple bulb replacements, the problem continues, leading to failure of vehicle inspections","quote_3_odi":"11540595","quote_3_text":"We fixed the driver-side headlight has moisture inside for $189 on 08/01/23. Now, the passenger-side headlight has moisture again. We think that the headlights must be defective headlight. Would you please check that?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss and replacement part unavailability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11571253","quote_1_text":"Driving down the road and when I try to make a right turn the car does not want to turn, it’s as if there’s no power steering. The fluid is not getting to the right side rack and pinion","quote_2_odi":"11525161","quote_2_text":"My power steering went out after 35k miles driven, it was bought brand new off the showroom floor. I took it to a dodge dealership and the parts to fix it are under engineer review and back order and they could not fix it,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2020,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Journey","model_slug":"journey","cluster_id":"journey-2020-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11534132","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Doge Journey equipped with Nexen tires, Tire Line: N PRIZ RH7, Tire Size: 225/65/R17, DOT Number: UAHT1AKL4019. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver’s and passenger’s side tread belt failed","quote_2_odi":"11429471","quote_2_text":"I was driving in morning traffic on one of the main streets in my area. My tire suddenly blew out, in the moment after it happened, it felt like my steering wheel locked up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/dodge/journey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10825269","quote_1_text":"WAS IN A WRECK ON HWY 73 TWO VEHICLE HIT ME FROM BEHIND AND AIRBAGS NEVER OPENED BUT EVERYONE ELSE BAG WORK I T MY HEAD ON STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10822211","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG IN THE HEADREST OF THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS HAD A DELAYED DEPLOYMENT. THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS UNOCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE REAR AND FRONT BUMPERS WERE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11048702","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S GIRLFRIEND OWNS A 2010 DODGE NITRO. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP COMPLETELY. WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE PEDAL INADVERTENTLY TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_2_odi":"10357646","quote_2_text":"WAS BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY AND WAS NOT ABLE TO BRAKE. BRAKE PEDAL GOT HARD WOULD NOT LET ME PRESS ALL THE WAY. IT WOULD ONLY LET ME PRESS IT HALFWAY. KEPT PRESSING UNTIL IT FINALLY DECIDED TO STOP. ALMOST HIT A TRUCK THAT WAS PASSING BY. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-driveshaft-separation","label":"Rear driveshaft separation while accelerating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631567","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from being stationary, the rear driveshaft suddenly detached from the rear of the vehicle and dragged on the ground. The vehicle was later towed to the residence","quote_2_odi":"10653183","quote_2_text":"MOMENT BEFORE MY DRIVE SHAFT BROKE, I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. IF MY DRIVESHAFT WOULD HAVE BROKE LIKE THE WAY IT DID, I COULD HAVE SERIOUSLY BEEN INJURED OR CAUSED A DEATH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-electrical-tipm-stall","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start (TIPM)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11710732","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine cranked, but the vehicle failed to start, and it became inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10744231","quote_2_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO START MY VEHICLE ONE AFTERNOON WHEN I TURNED THE KEY THE RADIO TURNED ON, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS TURNED ON (BUT WERE NOT TURNED TO THE ON POSITION) BUT THE VEHICLE NEVER TURNED OVER. I CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK (IT WAS)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-fuel-tank-overflow","label":"Fuel spray from filler neck when refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10328479","quote_1_text":"WHEN FUELING VEHICLE GAS SPITS OUT OF THE FILLER NECK. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10824536","quote_2_text":"2010 DODGE NITRO SPILLS FUEL OUT OF FUEL INTAKE EVERY TIME YOU ATTEMPT TO FILL UP THE TANK. THIS CAUSES ABOUT 1/2 GALLON OF FUEL TO SPRAY ALL OVER THE VEHICLE AND THE OPERATOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-head-restraint-airbag","label":"Active head restraint deployment and recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11687446","quote_1_text":"Passengers front seat head rest deployed on its own. The air back feature of my head rest deployed and it broke in the process. It is available for inspection. It happened when I was cleaning my car","quote_2_odi":"11549536","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Dodge Nitro. The contact received a recall notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V396000 (Air Bags, Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Headlights fail to illuminate intermittently","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11176025","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS FLASH BUT DONT COME ON SOMETIMES ! AFRAID TO DRIVE AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10788723","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS WILL NOT CUT ON. THOUGH IT IS NOT ALL THE TIME IT DOES HAPPEN A GOOD 80% OF THE TIME AND MORE NOW THAN EVER. WHEN YOU UNLOCK THE LOCK THE LIGHTS WILL FLICKER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2010,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"nitro-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and stuck throttle","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2012-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10357769","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 DODGE NITRO. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THROTTLE BECAME STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE ABNORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10479372","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 DODGE NITRO. SUNDAY NIGHT I HAD THE SCARIEST EPISODE OF UNCONTROLLABLE ACCELERATION. THE PEDAL WAS NOT BLOCKED BY ANYTHING, IT MOVED FREELY. BUT WHEN I PRESSED ON THE ACCELERATOR, IT KEPT ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-airbag-warning-recall","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and Takata recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10549262","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE NITRO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE AIR BAG HAD FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10806246","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE NITRO. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11076408","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS POPPING UP. WHEN PARKED OR MOVING, IT'S ALWAYS ON AND CHIMES FROM TIME TO TIME.THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN HIT OR IN ANY CAR ACCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-brake-pedal-loss-bumps","label":"Brake pedal drops to the floor after hitting a bump","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11277667","quote_1_text":"FOR THE PAST YEAR OR SO THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR USUALLY WHILE BRAKING AND HITTING A BUMP. BRAKES WILL EVENTUALLY GO BACK TO NORMAL SOMETIMES AFTER A FEW MINUTES AND SOMETIMES AFTER A FEW HOURS. PUMPING THE BRAKE PEDAL DOES NOT HELP","quote_2_odi":"11195241","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES GIVE OUT WHEN HITTING A POTHOLE, SOMETIMES IT JUST GOES OUT","quote_3_odi":"11162987","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE OR INDENTION IN THE ROAD, THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STOPS. BRAKES WILL EVENTUALLY COME BACK UP TO NORMAL POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-driveline-transmission-failures","label":"Drive shaft, transfer case, and transmission failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11451358","quote_1_text":"While my husband was driving home from work, the drive shaft of our vehicle completely snapped at 50mph causing him to come to a complete stop. There is a recall specially specially this on the 2008 models and after this incident we believe it should for the 2011s also","quote_2_odi":"11119684","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES PER HOUR, THE DRIVE SHAFT BROKE OFF COMPLETELY. TOWED TO FOWLER JEEP DODGE ON I-240 IN OKLAHOMA CITY. SERVICE ADVISOR INDICATED THE HEAT SHIELD BECAME LOOSE AND CAUSED THE DRIVE SHAFT TO BREAK","quote_3_odi":"11090002","quote_3_text":"TRANSFER CASE HAS STRIPPED OUT TWICE SINCE I HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE. I BOUGHT IT USED AND TWO MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT IT WAS THE FIRST INCIDENT. POWERTRAIN WARRANTY REPAIRED IT, BUT NOW IT HAS HAPPENED AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11338461","quote_1_text":"THE CAR JUST TURNED OFF ON ITS OWN AS I WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT ABOUT 15 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10667324","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 DODGE NITRO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNABLE TO BE DETERMINED","quote_3_odi":"10578304","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE AREA ABOUT 30 MPH THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND HAD TO FIGHT TO KEEP THE CAR STRAIGHT TO COME TO A STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-fuel-tank-overflow","label":"Fuel spray-back from the tank during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11419959","quote_1_text":"When fueling the vehicle gas will spew out after the pump has shut off. I've tried many different things to try and stop this issue. If I fill the tank very slowly it will sometimes not spew or it may cut down on the amount spewed, but it has not made the issue stop","quote_2_odi":"10679571","quote_2_text":"2011 DODGE NITRO GASOLINE FILL SPOUT AND FUEL TANK IS AFFECTED PART. EVERY TIME I FILL UP THE VEHICLE WITH GASOLINE IT SPEWS OUT OF THE GAS TANK ALL OVER ME AND THE SIDE OF THE SUV","quote_3_odi":"10564616","quote_3_text":"WHEN FILLING UP AT ANY FUEL STATION, THE GAS PUMP WILL NOT AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF AND RAW FUEL WILL SPILL DOWN THE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND ALL OVER THE GROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2011,"make":"Dodge","make_slug":"dodge","model":"Nitro","model_slug":"nitro","cluster_id":"dodge-nitro-2011-tipm-electrical-malfunctions","label":"TIPM-driven wiper, horn, and warning light malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10993435","quote_1_text":"TIPM ISSUES. CAUSING HORN TO GO OFF WHILE STATIONARY AND DRIVING. CAUSING CAR TO NOT START WHILE STATIONARY. AND CAUSING ISSUES WITH THE LIGHTS, WIPERS AND MORE","quote_2_odi":"11092096","quote_2_text":"TOTAL TIPM FAILURE! AFTER AT LEAST A DOZEN INCIDENTS OF THE FACTORY ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SOUNDING (AT REST IN MY DRIVEWAY, DRIVING IN TRAFFIC), AND SEVERAL TRIPS TO JIM BROWNE CITRUS CHRYSLER/DODGE/JEEP IN DADE CITY, FL WHERE IT WAS UN OR MIS-DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"10936306","quote_3_text":"MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS COME ON IN AND WON'T TURN OFF. IT HAPPENS WHEN I TURN ON VEHICLE AND WONT TURN OFF UNLESS I PULL OUT THE FUSE FOR THEM AND LEAVE THE FUSE OUT FOR WHILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/dodge/nitro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/dodge"},{"year":2017,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"124 Spider","model_slug":"124-spider","cluster_id":"124-spider-2017-airbag-recall-part-shortage","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11662603","quote_1_text":"I received the airbag recall letter in December (recall A3B)on my 2017 Spyder Fiat. I understand that the recall started in September.I have called Fiat every month since. I am always advised the parts are not available with no update on when the parts will become available","quote_2_odi":"11661577","quote_2_text":"*I received a safety recall notice for the airbag deployment early November 2024. *I’ve contacted the dealership twice and they claim to not have the necessary part. *I’ve called manufacturer FIAT / FCA on 11/20/24 case #91148616, 12/12/24 and4/28/25","quote_3_odi":"11679879","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Fiat 124 Spider. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V694000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/fiat/124-spider","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2017,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"124 Spider","model_slug":"124-spider","cluster_id":"124-spider-2017-alarm-activates-while-driving","label":"Alarm system randomly activates while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11052756","quote_1_text":"OUR 2017 FIAT 124 SPIDER ABARTH ALARM GOES OFF RANDOMLY SOMETIMES 4 OR 5 TIMES A DAY WHILE DRIVING. MY WIFE HAS BEEN ON THE FREEWAY AND LIGHTS FLASH AND HORN CONSTANTLY GOES OFF UNTIL SHE HAS TO PULL OFF IN TRAFFIC AND STOP THE CAR AND RESTART. PUSHING PANIC BUTTON DOES NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"11040358","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FIAT 124 SPIDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE CAR ALARM SYSTEM RANDOMLY ACTIVATED. WHEN THE ALARM ACTIVATED, THE HORN AND THE EMERGENCY LIGHTS TURNED ON. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11113318","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 30 AND 70 MPH IN SECOND TO SIXTH GEAR, THE CAR'S ALARM SYSTEM RANDOMLY ACTIVATES WITHOUT APPARENT REASON. THE HORN SOUNDS AND EMERGENCY FLASHERS ILLUMINATE WITHOUT CUTTING OFF. THE ALARM IS DEACTIVATED BY STOPPING THE CAR AND SHUTTING OFF THE IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/fiat/124-spider","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2017,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"124 Spider","model_slug":"124-spider","cluster_id":"124-spider-2017-oil-consumption-engine-stall","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11747162","quote_1_text":"When the automobile isn’t driven or started for 3 weeks or more the engine will not start. The multiair system will lose its oil pressure. The manufacturer needs to do a recall to fix this problem","quote_2_odi":"11666626","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has been consuming excessive amount of oil & has affected my engine and turbo. When the oil is low, car will just turn off and stop running","quote_3_odi":"11092146","quote_3_text":"THERMOSTAT, EXCELERATOR PEDAL, REPLACED AND WINDOW WASHER TUBE REINSTALLED AT 2,477 MILES. AT 3,014 MILS CAR WAS TOWED 2 TIMES IN A WEEK FOR CAR NOT STARTING. THE SPARK PLUGS WERE OIL SOAKED AND FOULED OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/fiat/124-spider","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2017,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"124 Spider","model_slug":"124-spider","cluster_id":"124-spider-2017-seat-belt-retraction-failure","label":"Seat belts fail to fully retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11473497","quote_1_text":"Boyh seatbelts do not retract properly","quote_2_odi":"11387019","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELTS DON'T FULLY RETRACT AND COULD NOT PROTECT IN AN EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT AS THEY ARE NOT TIGHT AGAINST THE BODY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/fiat/124-spider","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11002480","quote_1_text":"PASSSENGER AIR BAGS CONSTANTLY WARNING ERROR AND DISABLING","quote_2_odi":"11350426","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG COVER IS LOOSE AND I CAN SEE THE AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"11385650","quote_3_text":"WAS IN A CRASH AND THE CAR WAS TOTALED. NOT 1 AIR BAG DEPLOYED.HAPPENRD ON DEC. 9, 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-clutch-gear-shift-failure","label":"Clutch diaphragm spring and gear-shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11318406","quote_1_text":"STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGH PUT CAR IN NETURAL WHEN TRIED SWITCH INTO GEAR COULD NOT HAD TO PUSH CAR OFF ROAD IN HIGH TRAFIC ARE. ON LINE RECALL STATES DUE TO FRACTURE IN DIAPHRAGM CAUSING INABILITY TO SWITCH GEARS","quote_2_odi":"11423619","quote_2_text":"While driving it fails to switch gears.It gets stuck on first gear","quote_3_odi":"11350422","quote_3_text":"FIRST OF ALL WHILE DRIVING AROUND TOWN MY CLUTCH STARTED FEELING LOOSE, 2 DAYS LATER CHANGING GEARS GETTING HARDER. I WAS TOLD BY A SHOP THAT I NEED TO REPLACE CLUTCH ASSEMBLY, CLUTCH, & CLUTCH PLATE. I THOUGHT THIS WAS ALL TAKEN CARE OF WITB THE RECALL?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-fuel-tank-rollover-valve","label":"Fuel tank rollover valve blocking refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11190205","quote_1_text":"WHEN FILLING UP WITH GAS - PUMP CLICKS OFF EVERY FEW SECONDS. TAKES A LONG TIME TO FILL TANK AT A VERY LOW RATE OF FLOW. MAKES IT EASY TO OVERFLOW! MY MECHANIC SAYS SOMETHING IS FAULTY WITH THE GAS TANK","quote_2_odi":"11190879","quote_2_text":"WHEN PUTTING FUEL IN TANK, I COULD ONLY PUT ABOUT ONE GALLON AND IT STARTED BUBBLING OUT OF TANK. FUEL ROLLOVER VALVE IS PROBLEM AND HAS TO BE REPLACED BY REPLACING ENTIRE FUEL TANK. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED AND COVERED ON THE 2012 FIAT 500 POP","quote_3_odi":"11182209","quote_3_text":"GAS PUMP CONSTANTLY KICKS OFF WHILE PUMPING GAS. BASICALLY IMPOSSIBLE TO FILL CAR UP WITH GAS. HAVE TO CONSTANTLY SQUEEZE LITTLE BURSTS OF GAS IN A TIME BETWEEN GAS PUMPING KICKING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-hatch-wiring-harness-failure","label":"Hatch/trunk wiring harness failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11120030","quote_1_text":"TRUNK / HATCH PINCHED WIRE HARNESS CAUSING SHORT. COULD NOT OPEN TRUNK, LICENSE PLATE LIGHT WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE","quote_2_odi":"11113549","quote_2_text":"THE HATCH SWITCH HAS HAD TO BE REPAIRED 3 TIMES. ITS A DESIGN FLAW THAT SHORTS OUT THE SWITCH. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL!","quote_3_odi":"11091517","quote_3_text":"THIRD HIGH CENTER BRAKE LIKE WIRES KEEP BREAKING. THEY RUN ALONG ROOF TO TRUNK LID AND THE OPENING OF THE TRUNK LID CAUSES THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-starter-oil-pressure-failure","label":"Starter motor grounding bolt and oil pressure failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11384496","quote_1_text":"JUST LIKE EVERYONE ELSE THAT OWNS A 2012 IT WON'T HOLD OIL PRESSURE","quote_2_odi":"11120531","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FIAT 500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11016007","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FIAT 500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A KNOCKING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2012,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2012-steering-suspension-component","label":"Steering shaft and suspension control-arm failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":394,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11083239","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FIAT 500. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE TURNING IT IN EITHER DIRECTION","quote_2_odi":"11490546","quote_2_text":"While I was driving on a busy dyreet the warning light flashed and my car shut off, I was nearly hit by another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11154353","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS A DEFECTIVE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT. THIS PART WAS ALREADY REPLACED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY WITH FIAT ADMITTING THAT THE PART IS DEFECTIVE/SUBSTANDARD FOR PURPOSE IT FILLS IN THE CARS STEERING FUNCTIONALITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10614805","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 FIAT 500 WAS HIT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CAR. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND I BROKE MY ARM AND HAD A HEAD INJURY","quote_2_odi":"10933725","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SWERVED TO AVOID A DEER. THE VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE ETS WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11150242","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - WE HIT A DEER WITH OUR 2013 FIAT 500 LOUNGE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. OVER $5,000 IN DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-clutch-pressure-plate-failure","label":"Clutch pressure plate and diaphragm spring failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11634558","quote_1_text":"The clutch cover diaphragm spring on the vehicle has fatigue and/or fracture. A failed clutch cover diaphragm spring has resulted in the inability to disengage the clutch, or shift gears","quote_2_odi":"11353357","quote_2_text":"WHEN YOU HIT THE PEDAL THE CLITCH DOES NOT DISENGAGE, MEANING THE CLUTCH IS ALWAYS ENGAGED AND YOU CANNOT SHIFT GEARS. I PERSONALLY INSPECTED THE CLUTCH SYSTEM FROM THE PEDAL TO THE CLUTCH ARM AND CAN SEE THE CLUTCH DISENGAGEMENT ARM MOVING WHICH LEADS ME TO BELIEVE THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"11024137","quote_3_text":"MY 2013 FIAT POP WAS CALLED IN FOR A RECALL ON THE CLUTCH PLATE AND SPRING. DESERT FIAT OF VICTORVILLE MADE THE REPAIR AND I DROVE IT UNTIL JUNE 6,WHEN THE CLUTCH FAILED AND I HAD IT TOWED TO THEIR SERVICE CENTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-engine-stall-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stalling and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11680788","quote_1_text":"In June 2025, while driving my 2013 Fiat Abarth at highway speed, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. This happened on one of the hottest days of the year with another person in the car, creating a serious risk of a high-speed collision","quote_2_odi":"11065424","quote_2_text":"A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER, I GOT A CALL FROM THE STUDIO EXPLAINING THAT THE CAR WAS VERY LOW ON OIL AND THAT IT APPEARS THE CAR'S BEEN CONSUMING OIL AT AN ACCELERATED RATE. HE SAID THEY PERFORMED AN OIL CHANGE AND THAT, PER FIAT'S PROTOCOL, THEY'D PERFORM AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST","quote_3_odi":"11189916","quote_3_text":"LOW OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT. OIL LEVEL WAS FINE. THEN LOSS OF POWER. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP AND NEED NEW ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-fuel-tank-fill-malfunction","label":"Fuel tank overfilling and roll-over valve malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11287463","quote_1_text":"WHEN ATTEMPTING TO FILL UP GAS AT A FUEL FILLING STATION THE CAR WILL NOT TAKE IN ANY FUEL FROM THE GAS STATION PUMP. IT REACTS LIKE THE TANK IS FULL BUT IT IS NOT","quote_2_odi":"11459309","quote_2_text":"When putting gasoline at the gas pump, pump clicks off constantly. Makes you think the tank is full when it is not, Have to pump very slow","quote_3_odi":"11173454","quote_3_text":"FUEL TANK ROLL-OVER VALVE MALFUNCTION. IMPROPER FUELING OF VEHICLE RESULTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-shift-cable-bushing-failure","label":"Shift cable and cable bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11337879","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO MY HOUSE, I PUT MY VEHICLE IN REVERS (A 5-SPEED STICK SHIFT), AND MY STICK SHIFT CABLE BROKE. MY VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11140088","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION LOST GEARS WHILE MERGING WITH TRAFFIC. DUE TO SHIFTER CABLE BUSHING FAILURE. LOST 3RD, 4TH & 5TH YEAR","quote_3_odi":"10994378","quote_3_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE OUT OF A PARKING STRUCTURE, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT THE VEHICLE INTO GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE SHIFTER CABLE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2013,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2013-trunk-wiring-harness-failure","label":"Trunk lid wiring harness breakage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11361454","quote_1_text":"THE WIRE HARNESS GOING TO THE TRUNK LID IS DEFECTIVE. THE WIRES BREAK AND THE DEALER REPAIRS THE BREAKS WITH A SPLICE WHICH DOESN'T LAST","quote_2_odi":"11043104","quote_2_text":"WIRING BETWEEN BODY AND TRUNK LID BREAKS DUE TO POOR DESIGN AND SHIELDING NOT PROTECTING THE WIRES.. 4 WIRES BROKEN CAUSING THE LICENSE PLATE LIGHT TO NOT BE LIT","quote_3_odi":"11011605","quote_3_text":"WIRING HARNESS BETWEEN THE CHASSIS AND THE TRUNK LID BREAKS. THERE ARE SEVERAL BROKEN WIRES. THIS IS CAUSING THE \"CHECK LICENSE PLATE LIGHT\" WARNING ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11376242","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY IN THE AMOUNT OF 4 FRONT END WRECKS","quote_2_odi":"11150910","quote_2_text":"WILL DRIVING ON A CITY STREET I WAS SIDE SWIPED ON DRIVER'S DOOR , FROM SIDE VIEW MIRROR TO END OF LEFT SIDE FENDER AND HOOD. NO AIR BAG DEPLOYED, CAME TO REST AT REAR OF ANOTHER CAR IN FRONT OF OF ME PARKED, NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11163827","quote_3_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO FILE A LAW SUIT AGAINST CHRYSLER/FIAT BECAUSE NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED BECAUSE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME IN PLACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-battery-drain-no-start","label":"12-volt battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10775406","quote_1_text":"AT LEAST 3 TIMES SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED THE BATTERY DIED. THE FIRST COUPLE OF TIMES HAPPENED IN THE WINTER AND THE CAR WAS LEFT PARKED FOR 2-3 DAYS","quote_2_odi":"10572806","quote_2_text":"HAD CAR FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS AND AFTER COMING HOME FROM VACATION, 1 WEEK, BATTERY TOTALLY DEAD","quote_3_odi":"10650286","quote_3_text":"I HAD NOT DROVE MY CAR IN 3 DAYS IT WAS PARKED INSIDE OUR GARAGE, I PUT IN THE IGNITION KEY, AND CAR WOULD NOT MAKE A SOUND, NOT EVEN A CLICK, WHILE THE KEY IN THE START POSITION, ALL KINDS IF THINGS STARED TO COME ON THE DISPLAY,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-clutch-overheat-stall","label":"Dry dual-clutch overheating and stalling in traffic","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10693082","quote_1_text":"I AM WRITING OUT OF SERIOUS CONCERN OVER THE OVERHEATING CLUTCH ON THE FIAT 2014 500L TREKKING MODEL. I HAD ABSOLUTELY LOVED MY FIAT, UNTIL IT OVERHEATED AFTER SITTING IN A CAR WASH LINE FOR ALL OF MAYBE TEN MINUTES AT THE MOST","quote_2_odi":"10723909","quote_2_text":"I AM REPORTING A SECOND INCIDENT, THE FIRST WAS MARCH 2015 ODI #10693082, OF THE CLUTCH OVERHEATING AND MY VEHICLE STALLING OUT, THIS TIME IT WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF F STREET DOWNTOWN DC ON A FRIDAY NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10903458","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN A DRIVE THROUGH, SMOKE BEGAN POURING FROM THE HOOD. HAD VEHICLE INSPECTED , WAS TOLD THIS IS NORMAL FOR FIAT, AND CLUTCH WAS IN PROCESS OF BURNING OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-recall-parts-delay","label":"Clutch recall repair parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10969719","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V302000 (POWER TRAIN); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10927710","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR A REQUIRED REPAIR ON MY MANUAL TRANSAXAL CLUTCH PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"10885298","quote_3_text":"2014 FIAT 500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO COMPLETE MANUAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGED CLUTCH DIAPHRAGM SPRING RECALL NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering wheel malfunction or lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11703545","quote_1_text":"No loss of control yet, but it came on three starts in a row for the first time","quote_2_odi":"10854234","quote_2_text":"LOST CONTROL OF STEERING WHEEL. BIG SAFETY PROBLEMS! UNABLE TO CONTROL WHEN TURNS!! THE WHEEL TURNS BACK BY ITSELF!!","quote_3_odi":"10806463","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT INTERSTATE SPEED THE STEERING MECHANISM TENDS TO \"HANG UP\" BUT WITH EXTRA EFFORT YOU CAN STEER THROUGH IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-sudden-acceleration-loss","label":"Sudden loss of acceleration while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10925631","quote_1_text":"IT SUDDENLY LOSES POWER. NOT THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS BUT AS IN IT WILL SUDDENLY AND WITH NO WARNING, STOP DRIVING. I CAN BE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE ACCELERATION WILL CEASE TO WORK","quote_2_odi":"10837882","quote_2_text":"DRIVING CAR ON FREEWAY IN FAST LANE GOING TO WORK GOING ABOUT 65 MPH CAR SUDDENLY LOOSES POWER, GAS PEDAL NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11138953","quote_3_text":"WHEN MAKING A TURN, FROM A COMPLETE STOP ONTO A ROAD THAT HAS A SLIGHT INCLINE, THE ESC LIGHT FLASHES ON THE EVIC, AND VEHICLE LOSSES ALL ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failure to shift or engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11464040","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Fiat 500. The vehicle had previously been serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V302000 (Power Train) however, the failure recurred","quote_2_odi":"11030235","quote_2_text":"I AM SEEKING ANSWERS FROM FIAT USA. THE TRANSMISSION DESIGN FOR THE FIAT 500L TREKKING IS UNSAFE. I HAVE HAD THREE TRANSMISSION SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN FEBRUARY 2015","quote_3_odi":"10836349","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500L. AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND PARKING IT FOR APPROXIMATELY TEN MINUTES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE WHEN IT WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2014-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11221883","quote_1_text":"BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER WINDOW REGULATORS FAILED ON MY 2014 FIAT 500GQ AT 21250 MILES WITHIN 1 WEEK OF EACH OTHER","quote_2_odi":"10894017","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING DOWN THE A CITY ROAD AND I HERE ALOUD BOOM, AND THEN I HERE GLASS POORING IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2015-clutch-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 16V302000 parts unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11613343","quote_1_text":"A recall has been open on this vehicle for over 5 years. I have been waiting for a year and 2 Fiat dealerships cannot complete the recall because the manufacturer has failed to manufacture a spring part for the repair","quote_2_odi":"11579913","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Fiat 500 Pop Hatchback. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V302000 (Power Train) however, the parts to repair were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs","quote_3_odi":"10895430","quote_3_text":"S34 RECALL TAKING EXCESSIVE TIME MAY 10TH - S34 RECALL PUBLICLY ANNOUNCED, AFFECTED POWER TRAIN, THEREFORE A FIX IS VITAL TO SAFETY AND URGENT JUNE 28TH - LETTER RECEIVED FROM FIAT STATING THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE TO FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2015-clutch-shift-cable-failure","label":"Manual transaxle clutch and shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11297395","quote_1_text":"I STOPPED IN A DRIVEWAY AND TRIED TO SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE CAR HAS A MANUAL 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION. THE CAR WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO REVERSE. THE ONLY 2 GEARS AVAILABLE WERE 3RD, NEUTRAL, AND 4TH. INVESTIGATION FOUND THAT ONE OF THE 2 SHIFT CABLES CAME OFF THE SHIFT LEVER ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11219851","quote_2_text":"THE SHIFT CABLE FOR THE TRANSMISSION BROKE LEAVING ME UNABLE TO ACCELERATE WHILE IN MOVING TRAFFIC ON A 4 LANE STATE HIGHWAY. THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER AND I HAVE NOT HAD USE OF MY CAR FOR OVER A WEEK AND POSSIBLY UP TO A MONTH","quote_3_odi":"11169887","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION WOULD ONLY GO INTO 3RD AND 4TH GEAR. NO WARNING LIGHT, NO PROBLEM LIGHT, NOTHING. JUST STOPPED AT THE ATOP SIGN AND WILL NOT GO INTO ANY GEAR OTHER THAN 3RD AND 4TH GEAR. THE CAR ONLY HAS 50,650 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2015-headlamp-wiring-failure","label":"Headlamp wiring and connector failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11515202","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Fiat 500. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle inspected, the mechanic noticed that the front driver’s and passenger’s side headlamps had failed to operate. The brake warning light and the headlamp warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11363384","quote_2_text":"I WORK AT AN INDEPENDENT AUTO REPAIR FACILITY. WE HAVE SEEN SEVERAL HEADLIGHT BULB CONNECTOR FAILURES WHERE THE CONNECTOR MELTS. WHEN THE CONNECTOR MELTS, THE LIGHT STOPS FUNCTIONING. THE REPAIR REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE CONNECTOR AND THE BULB","quote_3_odi":"11176112","quote_3_text":"WHENEVER I TURN THE HEADLIGHTS ON, THEY GO OFF. WHENEVER I TURN THE HEADLIGHTS OFF, THEY GO ON. BECAUSE OF THIS, THE BREAK LIGHTS DON'T WORK. WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAVE TO CHOOSE BETWEEN BREAK LIGHTS OR HEADLIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500","model_slug":"500","cluster_id":"fiat-500-2015-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Stall or loss of propulsion without warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11298153","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FIAT 500E. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST MOTIVE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO RENTON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM LOCATED AT 585 RAINIER AVE S, RENTON, WA 98057, (425) 430-1000 TO BE DIAGNOSED","quote_2_odi":"10788410","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FIAT 500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHIFTED OUT OF DRIVE INTO NEUTRAL WHEN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM OVERHEATED","quote_3_odi":"11044553","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FIAT 500. THE CHECK ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION INDICATORS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. ON ONE OCCASION, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2014-clutch-shudder-hesitation","label":"Dual-dry-clutch shudder and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10596670","quote_1_text":"AUTO DUAL DRY CLUTCH TRANSMISSION. MANUFACTURED 7/2013, PURCHASED NEW FROM DEALER 1/14. CAR SHUDDERED AND HESITATED ON THE TEST DRIVE. TOLD IT WOULD SMOOTH OUT BECAUSE IT WAS AN ADAPTIVE TRANSMISSION. CONTINUED TO SHUDDER, HESITATE AND LURCH","quote_2_odi":"11312088","quote_2_text":"2014 FIAT 500 L: THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT INTO THE PROPER GEAR. TURNING ON THE CAR AND PLACING IN D OR R THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND WOULD NOT MOVE. AFTER RETRYING MULTIPLE TIMES THE CAR WILL EVENTUALLY GO INTO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11586458","quote_3_text":"1.) Vehicle will not shift into forward or reverse. Shift lever moves but vehicle does not respond. Intermittent problem. 2.) Excessive acceleration is required before vehicle will move, then lurches forward or backwards","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2014-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10595898","quote_1_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IT HAS HAPPENED SINCE I BOUGHT IT THREE WEEKS AGO. THE FIRST TIME I WAS GOING THROUGH A DRIVE THROUGH AND THE CAR JUST COUGHED AND TURNED OVER AND THEN STALLED. IT WAS FIVE MINUTES BEFORE THE CAR WOULD START AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11307576","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500 L. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED","quote_3_odi":"11190913","quote_3_text":"UNSAFE VEHICLE: 1: CAR WAS STATIONARY FOR A SHORT PERIOD AT A RED LIGHT; TRIED TO ACCELERATE & CAR WOULD NOT MOVE. LEFT ME STRANDED FOR HALF HOUR. 2: CAR WAS STATIONARY AGAIN AT RED LIGHT & STALLED, LEAVING MY DAUGHTER STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2014,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2014-transmission-no-shift","label":"Transmission fails to shift into or engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10577940","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FIAT 500L. THE CONTACT WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA RECALL CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V103000 (TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER). THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED UP A HILL, DOWN A HILL OR FLAT LAND THE GEARS SLIPPED FORWARD IN DRIVE AND BACKWARD WHILE IN","quote_2_odi":"11548092","quote_2_text":"I am having severe transmission issues. Gears are 'unavailable' and will switch me into D1, D2, and so on, all the way up to D8. I can feel the gears shifting (not in a good way), and if the brake is applied too suddenly it will fall out of gear and the service engine light is","quote_3_odi":"11627998","quote_3_text":"Car will not shift into gear automatic transmissions will not shift readily out of park and won’t go into park sometimes. The transmissions does not receive, or is slow to receive, an intended gear selection. Vehicle came to a complete stop while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-acceleration-loss","label":"Acceleration loss on throttle input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10846161","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LACK OF ACCELERATION. THE TTMS AND ELECTRICAL THROTTLE BODY WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED OFF THE ROAD AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE STILL DID NOT ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"10818633","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS DESIGNED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and restraint module faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11244345","quote_1_text":"CAR ONLY HAS 6,000 MILES AND IT HAS A FAULTY OCCUPANT RESTRAINT MODULE THAT CAUSES AIR BAG WARNING TO COME ON IT'S BEEN COMING ON AND OFF FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS AND MADE APPOINTMENT TO GET IT CHECKED ON 8/12/19 AND THEY FOUND PROBLEM 8/16/19 AND OF COURSE WARRANTY RAN OUT 8/1/19","quote_2_odi":"11161494","quote_2_text":"THE CHECK AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON EVERY 300-500 MILES & DISAPPEARS AFTER ABOUT 200-400 MILES. THE DEALER CANNOT FIGURE OUT THE ISSUE. WE ARE NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAG WILL PROPERLY DEPLOY IN THE INSTANCE OF AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10701191","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN SEPTEMBER 2014 REGARDING THE KNEE AIRBAG MODULE NEEDING TO BE REPLACED ON MY 2014 FIAT 500L, DUE TO RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-battery-camera-sensor","label":"Battery charge loss and backup camera sensor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10872988","quote_1_text":"HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY AT AROUND 5000 MILES. IT WOULD NOT HOLD CHARGE AND BE RANDOMLY DEAD USUALLY AFTER NOT USING CAR FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS. I REPLACED THE BATTERY WITH A TOP NAME BRAND AND HAVEN'T HAD AN ISSUE SINCE","quote_2_odi":"10704371","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REVERSE CAMERA SENSOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS WHERE ALL FOUR REAR SENSORS AND THE CAMERA INSIDE THE VEHICLE WERE REPLACED, BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-brake-shudder-failure","label":"Brake shudder and parking brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10872989","quote_1_text":"HAVING PROBLEM WITH FRONT BRAKE SHUDDER AFTER ONLY 11,000 MILES. WILL PROBABLY REPLACE THEM MYSELF WITH SLOTTED AND DRILLED ROTORS TO DISSIPATE HEAT. WISH THEY WOULD RECALL AND FIX ALL THE ROTORS","quote_2_odi":"10787792","quote_2_text":"THE FIAT 500L WAS PARKED WITH THE HAND BRAKE UP (6 SPEED). THE BRAKE FAILED AND THE CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-engine-smoke-burning-odor","label":"Engine bay white smoke and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11171006","quote_1_text":"TRAFFIC WAS AT A VIRTUAL STAND STILL AND AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, AFTER ABOUT 20 MINUTES DRIVING, WHITE SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE ENGINE AREA. THERE WAS A DISTINCT BURNING SMELL, LIKE ELECTRICAL WIRING BURNING","quote_2_odi":"10925519","quote_2_text":"MY FIAT HAS NEARLY 5300 MILES, THE ENGINE STARTED TO EMIT A LOT OF WHITE SMOKE WHILE I WAS IN PARK AND HAD DRIVEN IT APPROXIMATE 15 MILES. I TURNED THE IGNITION OFF FOR 15 MINUTES, RESTARTED AND THE SMOKE AGAIN STARTED COMING OUT NEAR THE RADIATOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2015,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500L","model_slug":"500l","cluster_id":"fiat-500l-2015-transmission-park-stuck","label":"Transmission stuck in park or no reverse engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11449900","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly stuck in park and will not move in reverse or drive, at one point was in drive and moving while saying gear not available","quote_2_odi":"11128331","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS SHOWING THE SAME SYMPTOMS DESCRIBED IN THE 2014 500L TRANSMISSION RECALL. IT WILL EITHER STAY IN THE PARKING GEAR OR HAVE SIGNIFICANT DELAYS IN SWITCHING GEARS","quote_3_odi":"10872990","quote_3_text":"HAVE THE 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AND SEVERAL TIMES IT HAS LOCKED IN THE PARK POSITION AND COULD NOT DISENGAGE TO ANY OTHER SELECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/fiat/500l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-airbag-malfunction","label":"Air bag non-deployment or system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11516001","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Fiat 500X. The contact stated that while her son was driving at 65 MPH, a trailer crossed into his middle lane which forced the vehicle off the road and into the median. The air bags did not deploy as the other driver fled the scene","quote_2_odi":"11459291","quote_2_text":"My vehicle collided with another vehicle. The other car air bag deployed while the Fiat front busted radiator, number etc damaged but the driver side did not deploy even on impact","quote_3_odi":"11257762","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2016 FIAT 500X IN DECEMBER 2016. I AM A HOME CARE NURSE SO I DRIVE A LOT. I HAVE HAD THIS SAME ISSUE SINCE BUYING THIS CAR AND IT'S BEEN IN AND OUT OF THE SHOP. IT IS NOW OUT OF WARRANTY AND I AM HAVING TO PAY OUT OF POCKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-cooling-fan-overheat","label":"Engine cooling fan failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11100049","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 FIAT 500X STARTED OVERHEATING WITH APPROXIMATELY 32,900 MILES ON IT. I HAD THE FAN ASSEMBLY AND 50 AMP FUSE REPLACED. IT IS STARTING TO MAKE THE SAME NOISE I HAD NOTICED WEEKS BEFORE IT OVERHEATED AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11078323","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, THE A/C ABRUPTLY STOPPED WORKING AND THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY OVERHEATED. THE FAN ASSEMBLY HAD FAULTED, THE ISSUE WAS CORRECTED IN OCTOBER 2017 AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS HELD FOR 30 DAYS BECAUSE THE PART WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11039728","quote_3_text":"ENGINE IS VERY SHAKY WHEN STALLED AT STOP LIGHTS, ETC. SERVICE LIGHT RECENTLY CAME ON AND CAR WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR EVALUATION AS IT IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE COOLING FAN NEEDS TO BE REPLACED BUT IS ON A NATIONAL BACKORDER WITH NO ETA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-door-latch-failure","label":"Driver door and hatch handle or latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11605424","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500X. The contact stated that the cover over the button needed to open the driver’s side door would frequently fall off. Over time, the driver’s side door handle had fractured upon an attempt to open the door","quote_2_odi":"11583427","quote_2_text":"The drivers door is defective and will not open from the outside. Upon request the inspection has a cost of upwards of $1000 and customers who drive Fiat 500x models across the US have reported this as an issue","quote_3_odi":"11267379","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE DRIVER'S DOOR HANDLE BREAKS EASILY. I WENT TO OPEN THE DOOR WHILE IT WAS PARKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical failure causing no-start or stranding","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11547222","quote_1_text":"2016 Fiat 500X started but would not turn off. I’ve had to get it towed out of work, my batter has died from it being on all night and a day as well. Ive had to get my coworkers to help me out and take my home after it died","quote_2_odi":"11317648","quote_2_text":"SINCE AUGUST 2019 , THE 2016 FIAT 500X HAS BEEN IN FOR ELECTRICAL ISSUES. IN AUGUST 2019 A RADIO WAS REPLACED, THE NEXT MOTH A COMPUTER MODULE WAS REPLACED, SUBSEQUENTLY SINCE OCTOBER 8 2019, THERE HAVE BEEN THREE BATTERIES INSTALLED","quote_3_odi":"11508371","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500X. The contact stated that on multiple occasions, the vehicle would not start, and the vehicle had to be jumped. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-engine-mount-vibration","label":"Engine mount fracture causing vibration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11491933","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Fiat 500X. The contact stated upon making a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle vibrated. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving","quote_2_odi":"11395582","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FIAT 500X. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE AT A STANDSTILL, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED WITH ABNORMAL SOUNDS COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, STEERING COLUMN, AND GEAR SHIFTER. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-exterior-lighting","label":"Exterior lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11230391","quote_1_text":"EXTERIOR LIGHTS LIKE THE PARKING AND DRIVING LIGHTS BLOW OUT EVERY FEW MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11185440","quote_2_text":"DAYTIMERUNNING LIGHT. BRAKE LIGHT. PARKING LIGHT ALL OUT SAME TIME VEHICLE ONLY HAS 12,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11145169","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE FOG LIGHTS HAVE AN ISSUE WHERE ONE LIGHT GETS TOO MUCH VOLTAGE, CAUSING IT TO BURN OUT THE BULB AND THE HOLDING UNIT. SOMETIMES THE BULBS WILL RANDOMLY SWITCH (FOR EXAMPLE ONE DAY THE DRIVER'S SIDE WILL BE OUT, THEN THE NEXT DAY THE PASSENGER SIDE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11670892","quote_1_text":"Oil level dropped way below minimum. The current consumption is 1000miles every quarter","quote_2_odi":"11667490","quote_2_text":"The car consumes a lot of oil. After 4000 miles I was under 3.5 qt and the oil pressure light would go off","quote_3_odi":"11605737","quote_3_text":"Hi, I received a recall notice from FCA regarding oil consumption - I threw the letter out, but took the car to dealer. They found the active recall W-80, , had me do the 1500 mile test, came back but for some reason, now it is not even visible anymore","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2016,"make":"FIAT","make_slug":"fiat","model":"500X","model_slug":"500x","cluster_id":"fiat-500x-2016-shift-to-neutral","label":"Unintended shift to neutral or stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11216936","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SHIFTS TO NEUTRAL, COULD HAPPEN WHILE IN MOTION (NO TURNS) AND ALSO WHILE TURNING, USUALLY ON A CITY STREET. IT COULD HAPPEN ONCE A MONTH, OR ONCE EVERY COUPLE OF MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11744651","quote_2_text":"3 times my car had died going under 30 mph, it must turns off or goes into this neutral position and won’t let me change gears, when i restart it, the engine makes an awful squealing sound","quote_3_odi":"11708302","quote_3_text":"Car suddenly slowed down while driving on Christmas Day. This was a very unsafe situation because I was on the highway in traffic traveling at 70 miles per hour and the car suddenly slowed down which could have resulted in an accident leading to harm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/fiat/500x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fiat"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-adas-false-alerts","label":"ADAS faults and false warning alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11713097","quote_1_text":"Lane Keep Assist is non-functional despite 2.3 update. Random faults on radar, blind-spot, lane-keep assist and rear-cross traffic. Adaptive Cruise Control in non-functioning despite 2.3 update","quote_2_odi":"11662920","quote_2_text":"THE SCREEN SHOW: \" RADAR FAULT\" Some features limited or unavailable. The warning light, the side mirrors do not appear","quote_3_odi":"11643576","quote_3_text":"24V405000 - Constant alerts are very distracting while driving, causing me to have to verify if the warnings can be ignored or if it is a major issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment and driver display blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11661332","quote_1_text":"My Fisker Ocean ICC infotainment screen and the lower climate and sound control panel have stopped functioning. Initially it was restarting on its own once in a while","quote_2_odi":"11644727","quote_2_text":"After an unannounced over the air update my ICC module is now on constant boot loop Center screen. Fisker logo appears a blank backlit screen is present for about five minutes and then everything tries to reboot speedometer cluster screen above the steering wheel included","quote_3_odi":"11662982","quote_3_text":"Our Fisker Ocean One since it was disconnected from the cloud, now the cluster screen and main infotainment screen go black, can’t see the speed, can’t adjust temperature or turn on A/C, sometimes it works and when accelerating and staying in motion goes black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handles sticking and failing to open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11643826","quote_1_text":"The exterior door handle started sticking and not retracting upon locking the car or upon driving it. Over a couple of months, the door stopped opening from the inside and outside","quote_2_odi":"11654375","quote_2_text":"My door handle on driver side will not open from Inside. Critical Safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11644954","quote_3_text":"There were three times that after I had the car in park and tried to get out that I was unable to open the driver door to exit. The driver door out side handle did not automatically pop out to allow me to exit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-drive-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of drive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11660164","quote_1_text":"I was driving the car and it suddenly lost all power and created hazards situation in the middle of the road. The car stalled, luckily there were not much traffic and I was able to stop and after a while it regained some power so I was able to drive the car back home","quote_2_odi":"11648927","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The braking system failure and the radar not detected messages were displayed","quote_3_odi":"11649140","quote_3_text":"While accelerating from a stoplight the car shuddered and came to a stop. All power was lost in the intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-ota-update-bricking","label":"Vehicle inoperable after over-the-air software update","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11644991","quote_1_text":"OTA Update pushed to vehicle caused the vehicle to stop responding to any external signal. Doors will not unlock or open. Vehicle is completely unusable","quote_2_odi":"11643633","quote_2_text":"There was an unscheduled Over-The-Air software update sent to my car during early morning hours of 18Feb2025. The update did not get applied properly and now car is \"bricked\". I cannot open the doors even using the NFC reader on door handle","quote_3_odi":"11645933","quote_3_text":"The car is completely bricked and will not function after an over the air update. It was functioning before the update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-recall-repair-access","label":"Unperformed recall repairs and out-of-pocket costs","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11644151","quote_1_text":"This is regarding recall campaigns 24V466000 and 24V499000. Three problems: 1. The nearest service center that performs recall work is over 150 miles and 2.5 hours of travel time from my home","quote_2_odi":"11700887","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Fisker Ocean. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V499000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","quote_3_odi":"11656109","quote_3_text":"We have had both the door handle and water pump recalls performed by a FISKER (FOA) approved servicing center. Reimbursement is required by both the NHTSA and bankruptcy court and the court designated that American Lease was responsible for processing and paying those…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-regen-brake-disengage","label":"Regenerative braking disengagement and brake surging","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11643444","quote_1_text":"When regenerative braking is engaged and driving over ruff road the braking disengages causing the vehicle to speed out of control","quote_2_odi":"11678928","quote_2_text":"As for the brakes, they shoot us forward every now and again when pressed. It is very scary","quote_3_odi":"11644762","quote_3_text":"I drive my Fisker every day and experience the failed breaking when trying to stop on rough terrain, bumps, or holes in the road. This was supposed to be addressed in recall 24V865000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2023,"make":"Fisker","make_slug":"fisker","model":"Ocean","model_slug":"ocean","cluster_id":"ocean-2023-unintended-park-shift","label":"Unintended shifts into Park or Neutral","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":883,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11643734","quote_1_text":"car shifts into PARK unexpectedly; car refuses to unlock at times; car sounds warning alarms and messages about Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning shutting down; car has completely \"bricked\" twice","quote_2_odi":"11663560","quote_2_text":"Seat sensor - does not sense a person sitting which affects the ability to put the vehicle into gear or automatically puts the vehicle into park if in gear","quote_3_odi":"11671936","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY \"BRICKS\" VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY SHIFTS FROM DRIVE TO PARK WHILE AT A RESTING STOP I.E. STOPLIGHT DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INTERIOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/fisker/ocean","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/fisker"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-brake-pedal-fault","label":"Brake pedal fault and reduced stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11551594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle immediately. The brake pedal was extremely stiff while depressed. The brake warning light was…","quote_2_odi":"11719526","quote_2_text":"Brake fault warning occurring continuously. Seems to be a wide issue with Broncos 2021-2025. The brakes become “squishy” and have to push them to the floor to stop.","quote_3_odi":"11707821","quote_3_text":"Brake Light issue: Red Brake Light appears when driving over 40 MPH. To fix issue Tube Vacuum had to be replaced. Part# MB3Z 2420 This seems to be an on going issue with 2021 Broncos.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-engine-intake-valve-power-loss","label":"Engine intake valve failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718771","quote_1_text":"A Safety Recall was issued on the vehicle with no remedy. The recall was in reference to the Engine Intake Valves and stated; \"The engine intake valves may crack and break, which could result in loss of motive power and increase the risk of a crash\". It also stated, \" Prior to…","quote_2_odi":"11450737","quote_2_text":"One of the engine valve rods failed and punched a 3\" hole in the engine block. I was traveling about 70 MPH when the engine light came on and the vehicle started to loose power. At the time I was on a major highway and barely had enough time to get off on the shoulder before…","quote_3_odi":"11468268","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made clicking sounds and then lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-hardtop-cracking-detachment","label":"Hardtop cracking and panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11627214","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety issue with my 2021 Ford Bronco. While driving on the highway at approximately 55-60 mph in the early morning, I heard a loud noise and saw powder falling on me. Upon pulling over, I discovered that a large section of my hardtop had blown…","quote_2_odi":"11676532","quote_2_text":"Component/System Involved: Molded-in-Color (MIC) Hardtop – Composite Roof Panel What happened: The molded-in-color (MIC) hardtop on my 2021 Ford Bronco (2-door) has developed multiple visible stress cracks above the passenger-side window. These are not surface scratches — they…","quote_3_odi":"11576824","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping sound from the rear of the vehicle. When the contact stopped at his destination, he observed that the rear removable soft top had come loosened, and the plastic…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-rear-camera-display","label":"Rear-view camera display dropout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11688956","quote_1_text":"rear view camera display when vehicle is in reverse will intermittently turn blue or black which renders the rear view camera useless. and at times will state camera unavailable. vehicle is a 2021 ford bronco built on june 15, 2021 at ford Michigan build plant. i have contacted…","quote_2_odi":"11639094","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while in reverse on several occasions, the back-over prevention camera failed to work as intended. The contact stated that on one occasion while in drive, the back-over prevention camera was displayed inadvertently…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-rear-shock-absorber","label":"Rear shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11667790","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle bounced uncontrollably. No warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that while making a turn, the vehicle went sideways. The vehicle was taken to…","quote_2_odi":"11741008","quote_2_text":"After my Ford dealer applied their recall \"fix\" on the rear shocks of my 2021 Bronco with Sasquatch package my passenger side rear shock reservoir came off while driving down the freeway. It didn't hit anyone but it was scary never the less.","quote_3_odi":"11669098","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (SUSPENSION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2021-wiper-slowdown","label":"Windshield wiper slowdown and visibility loss","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11507384","quote_1_text":"When driving in light, moderate, and heavy rain, the wipers fail to operate properly causing a loss in visibility and significant risk of accident. Specifically, when the wipers are on the fast intermittent, slow constant on, or fast constant on, they operate as expected for…","quote_2_odi":"11528866","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the front windshield wipers at the low or high position, the windshield wipers slowed down and almost stopped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to…","quote_3_odi":"11540838","quote_3_text":"The wipers are slowing during use. Seems like a intermittent weak motor.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-brake-booster","label":"Brake booster failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11730801","quote_1_text":"Vehicle brake pedal is very hard to press, unable to push in until the car engine is running. When driving the brake pedal seems it has more pressure and cannot push it to normal level. On the highway it came up brake safety warning when I was in 4Wheel Auto…","quote_2_odi":"11737162","quote_2_text":"On May 7, 2026 while driving approximately 18 mph, my Ford Bronco 2022 Outerbanks experienced a sudden loss of normal braking assist. The brake pedal became stuck in the upright position requiring excessive force to stop the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-door-window-rattle","label":"Door window rattle when partially open","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11562946","quote_1_text":"Drivers side window extreme rattle when partially open, risk of window shatter while driving vehicle over bumpy terrain at moderate speeds 30-50 mph.","quote_2_odi":"11635289","quote_2_text":"Drivers side front door window vibrates and shakes significantly when in the open half-way position or less. When driving over bumps, rough roads, offroad it is very present. Window has to remain closed or fully open position…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11746901","quote_1_text":"35 miles out of [XXX] on Monday, XXX our Bronco loss fuel flow in the fast lane of [XXX] and stalled while going 70mph we were surrounded by trucks also going 70mph, unexpectedly mid morning…","quote_2_odi":"11739285","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Ford Bronco experienced recall 25S75 where fuel pump failed while driving on the freeway outside LA near San Bernardino. Recall was communicated in July of 2025 and no fix available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-hardtop-cracking","label":"Hardtop panel cracking and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11743541","quote_1_text":"The Molded-In-Color (MIC) hard top shows signs of delamination and cracking on the exterior skin of the roof panel. Models from the same production year were called under NHTSA Recall No.: 26V299. My vehicle was not included on this recall…","quote_2_odi":"11739202","quote_2_text":"Noticed that my hardtop was cracking around the rear windows. This is a know issue with Ford and is being replaced under warranty. Unfortunately, my vehicle is outside of the original 3 year 36,000 mile warranty period by just over 6,000 miles…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-manual-trans-grinding","label":"Manual transmission grinding in cold temperatures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11571542","quote_1_text":"When starting engine cold if ambient temperatures are below 50F, scraping and grinding sound comes from manual transmission while in neutral, 1st or 2nd gear while clutch is engaged. After warming up noise is going away.","quote_2_odi":"11573607","quote_2_text":"I have the same complaint that many 2021-2023 Ford Bronco owners have had in regards to the 'scraping/grinding' noise in 1st and 2nd gear. I have seen this on dozens of forums and Ford acknowledged it is an issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-rear-camera-blank","label":"Rearview camera blank or frozen display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11630488","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s back-up camera completely malfunctions about 20% - 30% of the time making it completely impossible to see anything behind the vehicle when backing up…","quote_2_odi":"11735878","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-rear-shock-reservoir","label":"Rear shock absorber reservoir corrosion and leaks","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11676810","quote_1_text":"Rear passenger shock was leaking oil around braking system creating burnt oil smell while driving. At this point mileage for warranty was over by 2,000 miles and was not covered by Ford warranty. We had to pay over $900.00 for the replacement from Ford…","quote_2_odi":"11715012","quote_2_text":"I took my 2022 Ford bronco Badlands sasquatch in for recall 25s01 rear shock absorber external reservoir corrosion on 01/15/2026 was notified the next day it was fix when I arrived it was not fix they said parts where on backorder…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2022-steering-lockup","label":"Steering rack lockup and stiff steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11734542","quote_1_text":"I was operating the vehicle on the highway and the steering locked up. I had no indication that this was going to happen. It would not turn and almost caused an accident. I was able to break the steering do to my strength…","quote_2_odi":"11660450","quote_2_text":"When turning the steering wheel right or left going in a slight decline or incline the wheel seems to lock up or requires a hard pull to move the wheel, its now to the point my wife can no longer drive the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera and rearview display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658898","quote_1_text":"Backing out of the garage then stopping for a minute and putting it in park then in drive afterwards I forgot there was a car behind me in my driveway","quote_2_odi":"11673813","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11668332","quote_3_text":"While attempting to back up I was checking my backup camera and it showed that nothing was behind me, as I started to turn while backing up I felt a bump, there was a car right behind me, I couldn’t see it in my mirror and apparently the camera was frozen on my Bronco","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-brake-creep-after-stop","label":"Vehicle creep after full stop with brakes applied","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681701","quote_1_text":"There are reports of Ford Broncos rolling forward under braking, after a full stop. This occurs most often on a hill","quote_2_odi":"11735581","quote_2_text":"when engine is cold and I go down a hill to a stop sign and apply the brakes , the brakes begin to engage almost fully then release and the Bronco lurches forward 6-8\" and then the brakes grab and slam the car to a stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-hardtop-cracking","label":"Hardtop panel cracking and roof leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751149","quote_1_text":"The MIC hard top component on my Ford Bronco is cracking. I have gotten it replaced twice through Ford for the same issue, but now this is my 3rd top and the issue keeps coming back","quote_2_odi":"11555364","quote_2_text":"The hardtop is failing in a critical mounting point location. Stress cracks are forming on the exterior of the hardtop directly parallel to the interior mounting bolts","quote_3_odi":"11623137","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the hard top was detaching","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-manual-trans-grinding","label":"Manual transmission grinding noise on cold start","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573241","quote_1_text":"A grinding/rattling sound is coming from the manual transmission while in 1st & 2nd gear","quote_2_odi":"11750266","quote_2_text":"2023 Ford Bronco with 7 speed manual transmission. The transmission started grinding while shifting into 3rd gear and occasionally popping out of 3rd gear","quote_3_odi":"11511626","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission made grinding sounds when shifted into neutral(N), 1st, and 2nd gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-parking-brake-fault-warning","label":"Parking brake fault warning with no fault code found","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572998","quote_1_text":"Parking Brake Fault Service Now came on. Took to dealer and no codes stored","quote_2_odi":"11618785","quote_2_text":"I have owned my Bronco for a little over a year now, the Check Brake System light has been coming on the whole time","quote_3_odi":"11627797","quote_3_text":"A little over 10000 miles, the \"Check Brake System\" and \"Parking\" Brake Lights came on after starting the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-rear-shock-leak","label":"Rear shock absorber leak","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663062","quote_1_text":"Driving down the interstate with cruise control set to 65mph, I went over a seam in the pavement and the vehicle began to swerve violently","quote_2_odi":"11640887","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11672208","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the back of my property and a loud pop and clanking sound occurred right where the rear shocks are ; also there was/is a thin oil film all around the area where the shocks are","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering loss of control while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11525503","quote_1_text":"While driving eastbound on a major parkway traveling at approx. 50mph in the middle lane, the steering completely failed on our 2023 Ford Bronco outer bank’s Sasquatch (the steering wheel was spinning freely and was not controlling the vehicle in any way)","quote_2_odi":"11729894","quote_2_text":"Steering would get stuck when turning, then let loose. Fortunately I didn’t lose control. Happens all the time now when driving","quote_3_odi":"11756156","quote_3_text":"I was going really slow down an easy dirt road in 4L and all of the sudden the steering wheel spun violently two full turns left in under a second on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2023-wiper-auto-slowdown","label":"Windshield wiper auto-slowdown in heavy rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507758","quote_1_text":"The wipers will slow down to almost a complete stop after approximately 1 minute of operation no matter what setting they are on (constant or intermittent) no matter how much rain is on the windshield on my 2023 Ford Bronco","quote_2_odi":"11543591","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Ford Bronco has these \"Advanced\" wipers that automatically stop wiping when they think the windshield is dry or think the wiper motor may be damaged","quote_3_odi":"11510168","quote_3_text":"Wipers automatically dramatically slow down when placed in the high setting during heavy rains causing unsafe driving conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake malfunction or failure to engage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11722611","quote_1_text":"I was coming to a stop but once I hit the pot hole the breaks malfunctioned. I pumped the breaks 2-3 times. They did not reengage","quote_2_odi":"11719992","quote_2_text":"Brakes did not engage. Rearended another driver","quote_3_odi":"11701435","quote_3_text":"The caliber seized causing the brake pad the fall and destroy the rotator","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-hardtop-cracking-leaks","label":"Hardtop cracking, delamination, and roof water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11721646","quote_1_text":"The molded-in-color (MIC) composite hardtop panels have developed significant cracking across all four removable roof sections","quote_2_odi":"11739158","quote_2_text":"I wanted to report it because mine started cracking, fading, delaminating, and leaking after the vehicle was only 3 months old","quote_3_odi":"11578277","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while pulling out of the driveway two days after purchasing the vehicle, the contact noticed water leaking on the rear seats through the driver’s and the passenger’s side of the roof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-headlight-ice-condensation","label":"Headlight illumination loss from ice or condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11706158","quote_1_text":"While inspecting the vehicle, the contact discovered that there was condensation inside the front headlight assemblies, which caused the illumination from the headlights to be reduced","quote_2_odi":"11703666","quote_2_text":"While driving on the interstate in light snow and mostly clear and semi dry roads, ice accumulates on both the head lights and the foglights to a degree that they no longer project enough light to see far enough ahead at even moderate speeds","quote_3_odi":"11652001","quote_3_text":"Headlights unable to produce enough heat to melt snow when driving in minor/major snow storms, causes the headlights to be very dull or apear to be not functioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera inoperative while reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746025","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions, the APIM overheated, and the rearview camera was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11729358","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the infotainment system was intermittently inoperable, causing the rear-view camera image to become inoperable while reversing","quote_3_odi":"11730466","quote_3_text":"On that previous Tuesday, while backing out of the garage in full sunshine I backed straight into my wife's vehicle parked to the side. No warning sensors, no alarms","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-suspension-recall","label":"Stabilizer bar disconnect under suspension recall","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11740772","quote_1_text":"The Sta-bar continues to disconnect. Had been in shop 5xs for same issue 2 weeks each time with hopes that they fixed it","quote_2_odi":"11732135","quote_2_text":"Reservoir detached from right rear shock. Known problem. Recall 25V025. Dealer will not honor recall","quote_3_odi":"11670160","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V025000 (Suspension); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-turn-signal-auto-switch","label":"Turn signal automatically switches to opposite direction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11735138","quote_1_text":"When turning right the left turn signal is triggered automatically 60-75% of the time","quote_2_odi":"11695690","quote_2_text":"The turn signal stalk automatically switches the active turn signal to the opposite turn signal after a turn is completed, with no turn signal sound for the new opposite side signal","quote_3_odi":"11635207","quote_3_text":"Since I purchased my vehicle I noticed that the left blinker would turn on sometimes when I put my right blinker on and made a right turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-unexpected-power-loss","label":"Unexpected loss of power or stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11690543","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving and coming to a stop, the Engine Auto Start-Stop system failed to engage, and the engine revved significantly, causing the vehicle to move forward unintendedly","quote_2_odi":"11670299","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s park gear failed to engage and it continued to roll backwards. Additional attempts to then put the vehicle into drive also failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11582872","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road and the front end of the car started to shake. The power to the car then went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"ford-bronco-2024-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while idling or driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11735042","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, a fire originated near the dashboard area without warning","quote_2_odi":"11701105","quote_2_text":"The failure appears to have originated in the passenger side engine compartment, but the exact component or system (fuel, electrical, or other) is unknown","quote_3_odi":"11738391","quote_3_text":"I was idling (foot on the brake) at a coffee drive thru when I started to smell smoke and suddenly a women ran up and told me my passenger side front tire was on fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Pre-Collision Assist false activation and phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-31 → 2026-06-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741790","quote_1_text":"The Pre-Collision Assist false-triggers on turns daily, flashing the red collision warning and actively applying autonomous emergency braking without any obstruction present. This phantom braking is a severe safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11714693","quote_2_text":"Less than half a mile later I got multiple warnings that the brakes, EBB, collision detect, and ABS had faulted, and I should service now. I only had the electronic parking brake available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and loss of braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01-31 → 2026-07-29","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719134","quote_1_text":"I have experienced three total brake failures in my 2025 Ford Bronco. During the most recent incident on 2-18-2026 the brake pedal traveled completely to the floorboard, requiring extreme force and multiple pumps to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11732854","quote_2_text":"Brake pedal lost vacuum / pressure and became hard. Brake would not engage and needed to use electric park brake to stop vehicle.  Got out of the drive thru and into an empty parking lot. I tried accelerating and then stopping but vehicle would not stop while pressing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment and interior fires","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03-17 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745907","quote_1_text":"On June 22, 2026, my 2025 Ford Bronco caught fire while parked outside a store. The vehicle had been parked for approximately five minutes when the fire began. There were no warning lights, alerts, unusual odors, or other indications of a problem before the incident","quote_2_odi":"11725055","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon rolling down the window, the contact noticed flames coming from the front driver's side wheel well. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side and exited the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-hardtop-warp-delamination","label":"Hard top warping and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05-18 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746338","quote_1_text":"Bronco hard top is beginning to warp really bad and delaminate. Classic problem happening with there and ford still refuses to come up with a real solution. Every day the warping gets worse and I’m just waiting for it to get bad enough so I can take it in","quote_2_odi":"11738844","quote_2_text":"Before the vehicle had 5000 miles on it the roof had already begun to show cracks, honeycombing and is beginning to show signs of delamination. The vehicle is going to our local dealer in a week to hopefully have the roof replaced under warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-instrument-panel-failure","label":"Instrument panel cluster display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10-11 → 2025-12-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703800","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Ford Outerbanks, the Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) screen suddenly went completely black without warning. At the time of the malfunction, I was attempting to merge into traffic on my left with my left turn signal activated","quote_2_odi":"11692761","quote_2_text":"The display panel for the speedometer and gas would not work or display anything","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-led-headlight-icing","label":"LED headlight icing in freezing precipitation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12-03 → 2025-12-30","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707925","quote_1_text":"While driving in freezing drizzle/sleet conditions in northern Minnesota, the factory-installed LED headlights on my 2025 Ford Bronco became obscured by ice buildup within 15 minutes of driving","quote_2_odi":"11702675","quote_2_text":"Driving in sub-freezing temperatures with snow/rain falling and slush on the road, the headlights iced over with thick slush and ice and reduced visibility to dangerous levels requiring me to pull off the road and chip off the ice","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-powertrain-clutch-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch and slave cylinder failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11-13 → 2026-04-28","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699271","quote_1_text":"The slave Cylinder failed causing the clutch to not fully disengage burning out the clutch at only 783 miles on the vehicle. Ford headquarters claims driver misuse, dealership disagrees at such low mileage","quote_2_odi":"11734395","quote_2_text":"After only 880 miles, the clutch and cylinder have failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco","model_slug":"bronco","cluster_id":"bronco-2025-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"Open recall with no remedy or parts available","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03-12 → 2026-07-25","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729064","quote_1_text":"The contact was made aware by the Turo App that the VIN was associated with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V124000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11752761","quote_2_text":"They have yet to repair this recall even though a remedy has been available. I have asked multiple times at my dealer and they always have a reason they can’t do it. They text me one time and never set the appointment. I have called and called and even went in. I asked at my oil…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2021-12v-battery-power-loss","label":"12V battery power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":669,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11664464","quote_1_text":"I experienced a full loss of battery power with my 2021 Ford Bronco Sport, which I later learned is related to an open recall (Ford Recall #25S02– related to 12V battery defect). Prior to receiving the recall notice, I paid out of pocket…","quote_2_odi":"11551786","quote_2_text":"I was on my way to work and as I approached a 4-way intersection, the auto-stop feature on the vehicle shut the engine off. The vehicle's instrument panel started blinking then went completely black. The vehicle became completely…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2021-brake-noise","label":"Brake noise at low speed and in reverse","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":669,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11455071","quote_1_text":"EVERY morning when reversing out of my driveway my brakes make a very loud noise. It's been going on for several months and is only getting worse. I've taken it up to the dealership and they cannot find the problem.","quote_2_odi":"11636940","quote_2_text":"Rear brakes are noisy, they make a grinding noise. Ever since we got the vehicle . Screens turn black while driving , can control infotainment system Water gets into the vehicle when it rains or when getting car washed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2021-stall-while-driving","label":"Stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":669,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11414378","quote_1_text":"NOT EVEN 200 MILES, ENGINE BEGAN RATTLING AND STALLING OUT. I WAS STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AT A GREEN LIGHT. DEALERSHIP CLAIMS TORQUE CONVERTER PROBLEM. BRAND NEW BADLANDS PACKAGE. 2 LITER 4CYL ECOBOOST 250HP","quote_2_odi":"11465051","quote_2_text":"The car is stalling on hills!then the car restarts and goes!my auto parking brake automatically comes on and you cannot get it to release! And I have notice the car wanting g to ride to the right of the rd !","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2021-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and transmission fault message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":669,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11695119","quote_1_text":"car is shuddering below 35 mph. The RPM gauge is bouncing. Had the transmission fluid drained and filled. Took it to our local repair shop and there are metal shavings in the transmission fluid.","quote_2_odi":"11473806","quote_2_text":"problems with the engine loses power and a message appears on the screen of the bus that says \"transmission system failure\" from the 1st day I bought it and the ford does not solve my problem.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-12v-battery-stall","label":"12V battery degradation with stalling and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11654422","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact jump-started the vehicle and drove back to the residence. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred, and the message…","quote_2_odi":"11641790","quote_2_text":"I was approaching a stop light which turned green and as i slowed down my vehicle's power stopped. The vechicle notice said shift to park. I had to turn the car off - in the middle of a busy road - and turn it back on. it took a couple of tries. This was incredibly dangerous…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"Forward-collision and lane-keeping false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11655273","quote_1_text":"The collision warning alert goes of sporadically at the most random times when there is actually no threat at all around the vehicle. This will cause (as it is intended to do) the driver to reactively fully apply the break quickly, which could cause injury such as whiplash…","quote_2_odi":"11655422","quote_2_text":"We have, since buying the vehicle new in 2022, experienced sporadic severe lane keeping assist OVER Correction or dangerously aggressive correction both when there is not an actual lane crossing and no correction is needed and when slightly drifting over lines…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-cabin-exhaust-odor","label":"Exhaust and fuel odor in cabin","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11641003","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has strong exhaust fumes inside. It has gotten so bad people at work smell it on me. I even went to the doctor because I was trying to fall asleep while driving, I am confused when I first arrive places, my lungs feel like I am inhaling fire…","quote_2_odi":"11633427","quote_2_text":"Cabin exhaust smell = leaking catalytic converter. 4 months and 5 trips for a diagnosis/solution. Car was smelling like exhaust in the cabin. Improved with air recirculation button ON. Worse in the AM, especially with remote start on cold mornings, and when stopped/parked…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-fuel-injector-fire-recall","label":"Fuel injector crack under-hood fire (recall 25V467)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11746781","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint to report an unreasonable and hazardous delay by Ford Motor Company regarding safety recall 25S76 (NHTSA 25V467) for my 2022 Ford Bronco Sport (VIN: [XXX]). This recall involves a severe fire hazard where a cracked fuel injector can leak liquid fuel…","quote_2_odi":"11748730","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle made an abnormal chugging sound and was losing motive power. The contact had received four recall notification…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-rear-brake-reverse-noise","label":"Rear brake noise in reverse","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11656694","quote_1_text":"Since I bought this car the brakes have been making loud noises when going in reverse. Bought in 2022 and noticed immediatly - Daytona Ford made modification to brakes on a brand new car - and to date still hearing the same noise…","quote_2_odi":"11606732","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the vehicle made an abnormally loud and squealing sound upon depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where the contact was informed that it was a common failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-rear-differential-noise","label":"Rear differential and transaxle noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11615874","quote_1_text":"While turning during slow turns, my rear differential makes a growling noise. The growl has gotten progressively louder. Another Bronco Sport owner had the same issue and traded their vehicle due to the inability and high cost of the repair.","quote_2_odi":"11686636","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Ford Bronco Sport started making grinding noises when I would back up at an angle earlier this summer. I made an appointment and took the car to the dealership. They took it apart and determined it was the transaxle. The tech said this was a known problem, but not a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11736885","quote_1_text":"After coming to a complete stop at a stop light, my engine began to shudder and then stalled out. I received a message on the dashboard to shift to P and restart my engine. After shifting to P I was able to start my engine…","quote_2_odi":"11710414","quote_2_text":"At a little over 75,000 miles, I had a warning light come on that basically said there was a problem shifting between 7th & 8th gear and it put my car into safe mode. After getting it to a dealership, I'm told it needs a new transmission and was quoted $10,000…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2022-water-pump-overheating","label":"Water pump leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":330,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11750071","quote_1_text":"I have replaced the water pump THREE times on this Bronco Sport. It has been every 18 months or about every 20,000 miles. I made the report in March of 2025, never heard anything. Making another report now as it is currently in the shop getting the water pump replaced for the…","quote_2_odi":"11710716","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. While driving approximately 50 MPH, the contact received an alert indicating that the engine was overheating, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and became aware that the coolant reservoir was empty…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04-27 → 2026-06-17","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734095","quote_1_text":"I was at a complete stop and a car rear ended me going 45 MPH.  The airbags did NOT go off.  Causing me to hit my head on the steering wheel.  The car then gave warning on the Ford app saying \" Your air bag warning is on due to an issue with the front passenger air bag system.…","quote_2_odi":"11744685","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver stopped to make a turn and another vehicle crashed into the rear of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. No warning light was illuminated. The rear-ended collision caused the front…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-fuel-injector-recall-25v467","label":"Fuel injector recall 25V467 remedy unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2025-07-18 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727949","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after filling the fuel tank and driving approximately 70 MPH, they noticed a fuel odor coming from the vehicle. After parking the vehicle for approximately 40 minutes, they returned to the vehicle that had been on fire. The fire department was contacted…","quote_2_odi":"11691052","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 73 MPH, the vehicle experienced an unknown failure 16-18 minutes later. Based on the contact's memory, the vehicle caught on fire, rolled down an embankment, crashed into a tree and came to a stop. It was unknown whether a…","quote_3_odi":"11738392","quote_3_text":"the vehicle began emitting strong fuel/exhaust fumes through the air conditioning vents during operation. The fumes were noticeable inside the passenger cabin and created concerns of toxic exposure and possible fire risk. The condition was reported to an authorized Ford…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-infotainment-screen-black","label":"Infotainment display black screen and system reset","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04-10 → 2024-09-14","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608181","quote_1_text":"Radio screen goes black often sometimes going black and the radio still plays. Sometimes the screen goes completely out or is stuck on one screen and it will not reset even after turning car off and back on again","quote_2_odi":"11594120","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle turns on there are times when the screen just remains all black, only time it changes is when the reverse camera is activated. When the vehicle is in Drive the screen doesn’t turn on. Also Bluetooth constantly disconnects all devices once the vehicle is turned…","quote_3_odi":"11586909","quote_3_text":"After having an Oil Change / Simple first time service, my Radio Screen Resets EVERY time you turn the car off. Most recently though, I was driving for about 3 miles or so, and the Reverse Camera Froze on the screen, nothing would clear it. The Radio / Power button did not work…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-speaker-audio-bang","label":"Audio system sudden loud noise or bang","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09-11 → 2026-02-17","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11548392","quote_1_text":"When starting the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport there was a loud bang/crack sound like an enormous piece of hail fell on the car and the windows were cracking.  The car started crackling loudly through the speaker system for about 15 minutes.  Car was turned off and everybody exited…","quote_2_odi":"11565884","quote_2_text":"While my granddaughter was driving this vehicle there was a sudden loud boom and the radio went to max volume, causing an excruciating decibel level of noise and static. Fortunately she was on a low volume road and was able to immediately stop the vehicle in the road (In shock…","quote_3_odi":"11551733","quote_3_text":"When I pressed the button to start the ignition a horrifically loud screeching noise that terminated in what sounded like an explosion seemed to come from the passenger side if the vehicle. It last only a few seconds but it created a piercing sensation in my ears and left my ear…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass shattering or rattling","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02-27 → 2025-11-19","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11509342","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH with the sunroof closed, he heard the sunroof glass explode. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer; however, the contact stated that only photos were taken, and the vehicle was not yet…","quote_2_odi":"11540628","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the sunroof inadvertently shattered without warning or impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…","quote_3_odi":"11700342","quote_3_text":"We were driving on the highway with no other cars around when the sunroof exploded. My wife was driving and she panicked, slowing down on the highway trying to get off the road. The shade was closed, but if it wasn’t the glass would have fallen on my 1 year old baby who was in a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-transmission-powertrain","label":"Transmission shifting and drivetrain malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-07-24 → 2026-07-24","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684701","quote_1_text":"Transmission violently jerks when shifting making it unsafe to even drive. Severe uneven shifting. RPM fluctuations exacerbate the problem ( since a normal automatic transmission will naturally shift upon acceleration at specific intervals, but not this one). Also would not…","quote_2_odi":"11708005","quote_2_text":"Transmission jerking or not shifting into gear and intermittent park in reverse shifting inoperable. Also, my car has been in the shop.Under warranty repair for most of the last four months. , we are still required to make payments on a vehicle.And cannot even transfer insurance…","quote_3_odi":"11752642","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s drivetrain or all-wheel-drive system appears to be malfunctioning. During turns, the vehicle runs rough, feels as though it is binding or shuddering, and becomes harder to accelerate. The exact failed component has not yet been diagnosed. The vehicle is available…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2023-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07-14 → 2024-04-13","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11532204","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the front windshield cracked without impact. The contact noticed four cracks. There were several stress lines. The crack extended from the rear-view mirror toward the passenger’s and driver's side","quote_2_odi":"11533159","quote_2_text":"My Ford Bronco Sport windshield cracked without a any sign of impact. The crack on the windshield just appeared overnight just below the area of the rearview mirror. There is no sign of a chip that could have explained how the crack would have started to…","quote_3_odi":"11582750","quote_3_text":"When I was driving at about 40mph another car cut me off and launched a pebble to my windshield.  When I got home I saw a tiny chip in the windshield at mid-height in line with the front seat passenger's sight line.  Over the next month or so a crack developed spontaneously and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-battery-electrical-failure","label":"12V battery failure requiring jump start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11719776","quote_1_text":"The battery has failed three times. Took it to a dealer in El Paso, Texas and they told us they put in a new battery which they lied. They did not. They charge the battery. Then we’ve took the car again to a dealer in San Antonio and they told us that there were some type of…","quote_2_odi":"11628388","quote_2_text":"Battery / 12V system failure. Vehicle will not start, requires jump start to start vehicle. Battery does not sufficiently re-charge while vehicle is running and requires jump start next time vehicle is needs to be started. This issue has left me stranded on multiple occasions…","quote_3_odi":"11602494","quote_3_text":"Bought car June 27 and now being July 15 the car is completely dead and battery is dead. Charged the battery up works now. But battery will need to be replaced. Picture attached of battery after charging for 3 hours.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-fuel-injector-recall","label":"Fuel injector fire recall repair unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11733097","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Ford Bronco Sport has had an open unrepaired safety recall (Ford 25S76 / NHTSA 25V467) for about 10 months. The recall states that a fuel injector may crack and create an under-hood fire risk. There is still no repair remedy available. Ford and the dealership have stated…","quote_2_odi":"11741597","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_3_odi":"11727373","quote_3_text":"Our 2024 Bronco Sport Outer Banks, 1.5 liter engine, purchased new from a Ford dealer 11/2024, serviced at the dealership and driven less than 14k miles, was destroyed by a spontaneous fire 3/22/2026. After driving 12 miles, we parked in a parking lot. Upon exiting the car we…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-hood-latch-flies-open","label":"Hood latch opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743267","quote_1_text":"On XXX, driving at a relatively low rate of speed coming off the on-ramp from [XXX] onto [XXX], the hood of our Thrifty rental vehicle, a 2024 Ford Bronco, suddenly and without warning, flew up and completely obstructed the windshield. As we had just entered the highway we were…","quote_2_odi":"11731655","quote_2_text":"The contact rented a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-35 MPH, the hood flew open, struck and cracked the windshield, completely obstructing the driver's visibility. The contact pulled over to the curb and then into a parking lot. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-powertrain-loss-of-power","label":"Powertrain malfunction and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743378","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2024 Bronco Sport, my car started stalling, power was being lost, got stuck on railroad tracks, lights on dash board of icons appeared & engine was shutting down mid drive with no warning or issues. 13,500 miles on the car","quote_2_odi":"11691829","quote_2_text":"Powertrain malfunctions have occurred on 12/17/24, 4/11/25 and 10/5/25. Powertrain malfunction and yes. The car would not accelerate and someone could of ran into me, I could of been killed or badly injured and same for any other occupants in the either vehicle. Yes. Yes. The…","quote_3_odi":"11654952","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle started to lose power. The WRENCH symbol warning light was illuminated with a message of a failure with the power train displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer however, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-tire-sidewall-tread-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bulge or tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11677823","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Cross Contact, Tire Size: 225/65R/17, and DOT Number: [XXX] . The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the contact heard an abnormally loud sound coming from the rear end…","quote_2_odi":"11610618","quote_2_text":"All 4 Continental PRO CONTACT TX tires on 1 week old brand new purchased Ford Bronco Sport VIN [XXX] from Ford Dealer Swelling on Sidewalls in various points. After researching amongst other Bronco Sport Forums issue appears to be common failure on New Bronco Sports equipped…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2024-windshield-sunroof-cracking","label":"Windshield and sunroof glass cracking or shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11673709","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked outside, the front windshield cracked. The front windshield had a long horizontal crack. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon inspection, the crack had started from the inside…","quote_2_odi":"11655079","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway, my Ford's sunroof spontaneously shattered. There were no vehicles in front of me, I live in San Diego County and the weather was in the mid-60's and I did not have my air on. It sounded like an explosion or gunshot. I immediately pulled off on to…","quote_3_odi":"11631579","quote_3_text":"Moof roof popped up from the center ripping at all edges, causing loud boom sound. Glass shattered. No drastic change in temperature. No impact of object. Newly purchased. Dropped off at dealership to investigate.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2025-airbag-recall-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and open recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748474","quote_1_text":"I was in a car accident on the front/side of the drivers side of our ford Bronco sport. The steering wheel airbag did not deploy. But all other side airbags did","quote_2_odi":"11737079","quote_2_text":"Car crash on 01/26/2026, and the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11747932","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V201000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2025-engine-cooling-recall-hesitation","label":"Engine and engine cooling recall with hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752013","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V122000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11728452","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V122000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2025-hood-body-structural","label":"Hood latch failure and body panel warping","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751483","quote_1_text":"Approximately half way home, while travelling approximately 30-35mph, the hood on the vehicle flew open.  It shattered the windshield, bent the hood, and because the hood flew so far back, the top of both front side panels were bent back.    The last time the hood had been…","quote_2_odi":"11741937","quote_2_text":"The rear right side exterior panel is showing a warping condition that is present without any evidence of impact, damage, misuse or outside/inside influence. The defect adversely effects the body panel by distorting the side body panel noticeably","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2025-powertrain-shift-fault","label":"Powertrain shift system fault and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749893","quote_1_text":"While driving home and stopped at a red light, the dashboard displayed a \"Service Required\" warning followed immediately by a \"Shift System Fault\" message. The vehicle would not accelerate and stalled in the middle of the road with traffic going around me","quote_2_odi":"11745338","quote_2_text":"The powertrain stopped shifting properly and unable to drive smoothly and at a proper speed. Pulled over and and it could not be shifted  out of PARK. Had to be towed to a Ford dealer shop. Ford App sent message: POERTRAIN MALFUNCTION REDUCED POWER","quote_3_odi":"11752473","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was previously diagnosed and repaired under warranty for the same 'Shift System Fault: Service Required' condition (transmission main control valve body replacement, RO  #609213, completed July 21, 2026). Approximately 14 hours after pickup, on July 22, 2026, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Bronco Sport","model_slug":"bronco-sport","cluster_id":"bronco-sport-2025-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering loss of control and uncommanded pull","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754307","quote_1_text":"The Electronic Power Assisted Steering (EPAS) module and/or the front passenger-side suspension components failed, causing a complete loss of steering control and an un-commanded, continuous violent pull to the right","quote_2_odi":"11678238","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING MOVED SUDDENLY BY ITSELF; several times on highways. Never had a vehicle do that before","quote_3_odi":"11691015","quote_3_text":"Traveling on I5 SB, near Longview, WA. Vehicle steering whell was jerked from my hands. I blacked out briefly from side window impact. Vehicle rolled over into trees and bushes next to the freeway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/bronco-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Crown Victoria","model_slug":"crown-victoria","cluster_id":"crown-victoria-2011-seat-headrest","label":"Non-adjustable headrest and seat back pain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2012-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10454798","quote_1_text":"I AM A DETECTIVE WITH THE BELLEVILLE POLICE DEPARTMENT, NJ. WE ARE HAVING AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE FORD CROWN VICTORIA 2011 POLICE INTERTCEPTOR WITH MANUAL SEATS. ALL OUR OFFICERS ARE REPORTING LOWER BACK PAIN DUE TO A LOWER BACK BOLSTER BUILT IN AS PART OF THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10462258","quote_2_text":"THE HEADRESTS ON THE 2011 FORD CROWN VICTORIA ARE CAUSING THE OFFICERS TO HAVE NECK PROBLEMS. THE HEADREST IS SO LARGE AND DOES NOT ADJUST FORWARD AND BACKWARD, IT IS PUSHING THEIR HEADS FORWARD AND DOWN, AS YOU KNOW THEY SPEND AT LEAST 8 HOURS IN THEIR VEHICLES EACH SHIFT","quote_3_odi":"10400349","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED NONE OF THE SEATS HAD ANY LUMBAR SUPPORT, THERE WAS NO LEG ROOM AND THERE WAS ALSO INADEQUATE HEADREST SUPPORT IN CASE OF AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/crown-victoria","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Crown Victoria","model_slug":"crown-victoria","cluster_id":"crown-victoria-2011-steering-shaft","label":"Intermediate steering shaft and column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11428047","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the steering wheel started clicking and making an abnormal popping sound. The contact stated that the steering wheel was difficult to maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11388103","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD CROWN VICTORIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS ABOVE 60 MPH, THE FRONT END WOULD VIBRATE AND A CLUNKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN. EVENTUALLY THE STEERING COLUMN WOULD NOT LOCK AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11322802","quote_3_text":"MY STEERING I SUPER HAD TO TURN THE WHEEL WHEN PARKED AS WELL AS DRIVING. IT IS BECAUSE OF THE STEERING SHAFT IS RUSTED OUT AND VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE .I JUST FOUND OUT THAT FORD HAD A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BUT I NEVER RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/crown-victoria","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"E-350","model_slug":"e-350","cluster_id":"e-350-2014-engine-stall-fuel","label":"Engine stall, burning odor, and fuel fume complaints","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10684334","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD E-350. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SMELLED A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10662032","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FUEL FUMES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN REPLACED THE GENERATOR AND ON A DIFFERENT OCCASION THE FUEL VENTING SYSTEM WAS LENGTHENED","quote_3_odi":"10722657","quote_3_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT A THRUWAY REST AREA IN W. VIRGINIA. IT HAD BEEN RAINING QUITE A BIT ON THIS - OUR FIRST DAY OF VACATION. OUR NEW 2014 FORD E-350 WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK! ALL OF THE DASH LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING, THEN STOPPED, THEN FLASHED AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/e-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"E-350","model_slug":"e-350","cluster_id":"e-350-2014-front-end-instability","label":"Front-end vibration and instability at speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10618940","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE TILTED SIDEWAYS AND SHOOK. THE DEALER REPAIRED THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 50","quote_2_odi":"10714812","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SEVERELY SHOOK AND VIBRATED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE VIBRATION APPEARED TO COME FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10780678","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY RENTED AN RV FROM CRUISE AMERICA. I DO NOT HAVE THE VIN BUT FOR ID IT WAS THEIR UNIT 254869. IT WAS BUILT FOR CRUISE AMERICA BY FOUR WINDS ON A FORD E350 CHASSIS. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY I FOUND I COULD NOT DRIVE IT AT POSTED SPEED LIMITS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/e-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"E-350","model_slug":"e-350","cluster_id":"e-350-2014-tie-rod-play","label":"Excessive vertical play in tie rod ends","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893894","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS FOUND TO HAVE SEVERE VERTICAL PLAY IN ALL FOUR TIE ROD END JOINTS. NOT TYPICAL HORIZONTAL PLAY WITH NORMAL WEAR AS SEEN IN HIGHER MILEAGE VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10883896","quote_2_text":"I AM A REPRESENTATIVE FROM AN AUTO REPAIR FACILITY IN CHARGE OF THE REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE OF A FLEET OF EMERGENCY VEHICLES. THIS IS AN AMBULANCE CONVERSION AND AT 38,323 MILES, IT WAS FOUND TO HAVE EXCESSIVE VERTICAL PLAY IN ALL FOUR TIE ROD ENDS UP TO 1/4\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/e-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"E-350","model_slug":"e-350","cluster_id":"e-350-2014-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel, hub, and tire failures while driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10969981","quote_1_text":"WIFE DRIVING VEHICLE AND LEFT REAR HANKOOK DYNAPRO AT LT245/75R16 EXPLODED. THIS CAUSED TIRE TO COME APART.TIRE EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"10785490","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE SPARE TIRE BROKE OFF THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND LANDEDON THE ROAD. THERE WAS A VEHICLE BEHIND US AND WAS ABLE TO AVOID THE TIRE.. THE BOLT HOLDING THE TIRE IN PLACE SHEARED OFF","quote_3_odi":"10610198","quote_3_text":"BUDGET RENTAL TRUCK DID NOT INSPECT THE CAR CARRIER RENTED TO ME. THREE HUNDRED MILES INTO THE TRAVEL, THE TIRE BLEW AND GOODYEAR DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS NO BRAKE PAD, THE BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING, THE CALIBER, AND ROTOR WERE BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/e-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11666508","quote_1_text":"This morning they are telling us it's a problem with the \"integrated exhaust manifold\" that allowed water into the cylinders and ruined the engine","quote_2_odi":"11652062","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine and the oil pan. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11658957","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that there was coolant intrusion into the engine, and the engine needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-oil-pressure-loss","label":"Engine oil pressure loss with stalling and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11751843","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost automotive power","quote_2_odi":"11702769","quote_2_text":"The engine oil pump drive belt and/or tensioner failed, causing the low-oil-pressure warning light to illuminate and creating a risk of sudden engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving","quote_3_odi":"11660106","quote_3_text":"The third time it came on, it stayed on and my car slowed of its own accord before coming to a complete stop due to engine failure. I was on [XXX] (a major state highway with 65mph speed limits) on my way home from work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-post-recall-repair-faults","label":"Engine and drivetrain faults after recall 23S64 repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11723056","quote_1_text":"My Ford EcoSport had safety recall 23S64 performed at Diamond Ford in Lancaster, California. The recall involved the oil pump drive belt system. After the recall repair was completed, the vehicle began displaying a low oil pressure warning and the engine started shaking","quote_2_odi":"11706546","quote_2_text":"Recall work done on 2018 Ford Ecosport. Next day leaking oil at all four corners of oil pan. Took back to dealership and the repaired but didn’t document it. About one week later oil and other fluids leaking from all over","quote_3_odi":"11726730","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after having the engine replaced in 2023 and being reimbursed following a subsequent recall, the vehicle experienced engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall 23V905 repair parts backorder and scheduling delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11698985","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11713053","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has an open safety recall with no repair available. I have been waiting over two years for parts with no ETA from the manufacturer or dealership. During this time, the vehicle has experienced loss of power while driving, creating a safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11672443","quote_3_text":"RECALL IS OVER A YEAR AND A HALF OLD WITH NO REMEDY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-transmission-engagement","label":"Transmission engagement clunk and gear slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11733203","quote_1_text":"Shifting into and out of first gear causing the front end to slam down almost sending my daughter and myself threw the windshield. It clunks and slams into gears causing the car to buck, shaking when trying to start moving","quote_2_odi":"11665746","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally while the transmission was shifting gear","quote_3_odi":"11642842","quote_3_text":"1. The vehicle jumps when being put into gear and sometimes slips or is delayed as well. It also has a sound that goes along with it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2018-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and underboost","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":721,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11626909","quote_1_text":"My partner lost acceleration on the highway, abruptly and without warning. We took the while to a Ford dealership for diagnostics. They found that the turbocharger had come loose and was grinding against the engine","quote_2_odi":"11715348","quote_2_text":"The check engine light illuminated and diagnostic trouble code P0299 (Turbocharger Underboost Condition) was identified","quote_3_odi":"11675135","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the turbo charger. The contact was informed that the turbo charger need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-apim-screen-camera","label":"APIM module failure disabling screen and camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11660103","quote_1_text":"The screen appeared as if the system was rebooting, then it went dark and would not come back on, no longer displaying the camera feed from the rear camera when the transmission is put in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11653100","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is 5 years old and the APIM went. Expensive part/repair and a main function of the vehicle. Cannot fix, update, or even reset the radio now","quote_3_odi":"11630573","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the main control screen had blacked out and the safety features including the back-over prevention camera was inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11754811","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle the engine lost power and check engine light came on. The vehicle RPM's increased but had no power. Was able to drive the vehicle home but was at inconstant speeds / RPMS could not get above 40 MPH. Low oil light came on while driving home as well","quote_2_odi":"11603684","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his son was driving 35 MPH, the engine seized. The check engine and oil pressure warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence","quote_3_odi":"11722109","quote_3_text":"I have had to put a new engine in my 2019 ford ecosport 3 times due to the open recall on the vehicle. It is currently at the ford dealership due to coolant leaking into the head gasket. The problems with the vehicle have been confirmed by the dealers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11725227","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-65 MPH, the vehicle jerked, lost automotive power, or stalled on several occasions. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11628660","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine and the powertrain malfunction warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled over to a family member’s residence. The contact was not able to restart the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11605097","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on four separate occasions, the vehicle would stall upon the depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and resume normal driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-oil-pump-belt-tensioner","label":"Oil pump drive belt tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11616301","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE OIL PUMP DRIVE BELT TENSIONER ARM FRACTURED, SEPARATED FROM THE TENSIONER BACKING PLATE, RESULTING IN A LOSS OF ENGINE OIL PRESSURE. THE FORD DEALERSHIP HAS CONFIRMED AND DOES NOT HAVE PARTS FOR REPAIR UNTIL 2025","quote_2_odi":"11640893","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil pump drive belt or drive belt tensioner had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11602853","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the \"Low Oil Pressure\" warning was illuminated. The contact pulled over, stopped the vehicle, checked the oil, and observed that the oil dipstick showed that the oil level was normal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V905 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11675375","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted","quote_2_odi":"11678463","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that he contacted several unknown local dealers for a year and eight months, and it was confirmed that the recall parts were not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11718976","quote_3_text":"I was informed that the required recall parts are on indefinite backorder and that there is no estimated date for availability. This leaves my vehicle unrepaired for a known safety defect with no clear timeline for remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and shift hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11605289","quote_1_text":"Vehicle exhibits transmission issues at 70k miles. When put into reverse, very sharp and sudden jerking is present. When shifting between gears there is hesitation, lagging, and slipping. No previous issues and all Ford scheduled maintenance has been followed","quote_2_odi":"11645331","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission was hesitating before shifting gear. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission was slipping","quote_3_odi":"11652023","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera and center display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11673321","quote_1_text":"The backup camera stays on after the car is in Drive and is actively moving forward. It has happened multiple times. I have video of this occurring","quote_2_odi":"11727152","quote_2_text":"Backup camera becomes distorted. Has also turned into a blank blue screen","quote_3_odi":"11688771","quote_3_text":"The GPS, Radio, backup camera malfunctions. When the backup camera turns on while I’m driving it’s very distracting. I have videos of the malfunction while it is happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Exhaust odor entering the cabin","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11713481","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that the odor was entering the vehicle through the vents","quote_2_odi":"11625736","quote_2_text":"The catalytic converter had to be replaced twice due to a cracked in it and the exhaust fumes keep coming into the vehicle’s cabin through the A/C","quote_3_odi":"11609400","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a detached flex pipe due to corrosion. The contact was informed that the flex pipe needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-oil-pump-belt-tensioner","label":"Engine oil pump drive belt tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11623523","quote_1_text":"The oil pump drive belt lost teeth and the car lost engine oil pressure. There was a loss of motive power and a loss of mechanical vacuum pump the vehicle lost all power and shut down. I was sitting at a light in the middle of the street at 11:30 PM","quote_2_odi":"11615188","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was losing motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11645812","quote_3_text":"My vehicle suddenly lost power without warning. There was moderate traffic, and I almost did not make it to the shoulder in time, having to swerve around vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-post-replacement-power-loss","label":"Loss of power after recall engine replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11748099","quote_1_text":"The recall remedy has failed repeatedly. In Oct 2025 the dealer tore down the engine, confirmed the oil pump belt had disintegrated and clogged the oil pickup, and replaced the complete engine (long block) under the recall in Dec 2025","quote_2_odi":"11699985","quote_2_text":"From 9/30/25 to 11/13/25 car was at dealership to receive a new engine to replace faulty one. Not even 30 minutes after getting car back check engine light came back on. Was informed by Ford Corporate that the dealership will not make another attempt at repair","quote_3_odi":"11694198","quote_3_text":"I was able to pick up the car from dealership and drive home, however when I started the car again, it had the Check engine light on. I called the dealership right away and they asked me to bring back the car right away","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Oil pump recall parts unavailable for repair","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11684475","quote_1_text":"My local Ford Dealership has denied my request to have this recall serviced, and refused to schedule me a future appointment for this service, and also could not provide me any approximate date on when this service might be available to me","quote_2_odi":"11605701","quote_2_text":"The first letter regarding the recall stated the parts were anticipated 2nd quarter 2024. Now it's 1st quarter 2025. What are we supposed to do in the meantime? Drive it and wait to be stranded on the highway?","quote_3_odi":"11706208","quote_3_text":"At 56k miles, it failed to start, had it towed to the dealership july 2nd. Told it was the engine and was under warranty and ford would send a new short block with an eta of 7-10 days. It’s been 5, going in 6 months now and no engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2020-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Front seat belt failing to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":391,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11656520","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat belt was unable to retract, and a passenger seated in the seat was not safely secured","quote_2_odi":"11650521","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to fasten the passenger's side seat belt, there was an abnormal clicking sound heard and the seat belt failed to retract or securely hold the passenger in the seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant leak into engine with engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11635248","quote_1_text":"Engine failure at 9,664 miles. Took to dealership and advised coolant leaked into engine resulting in failure and inability to operate vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11617998","quote_2_text":"Engine failure at 9,667 miles. Coolant leaked into engine per ford. Ford stated known issue with escapes, hasn’t been recalled for escosports…will cost $10k to repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-oil-pump-belt-stall","label":"Engine stall from oil pump drive belt failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11710698","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the low oil pressure warning light illuminated. The contact heard an abnormally tapping sound coming from the engine compartment, and there was white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe and under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11598092","quote_2_text":"Driving on hwy car states oil pressure low. Car decelerated from 70m to 40m instantly. Made a clanking noise pulled over to check and would not restart","quote_3_odi":"11595311","quote_3_text":"The car started slowing down, and making a noise and then started shaking out the blue on the highway and the engine was making a lot of noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-post-recall-repair-failure","label":"Engine failure recurrence after recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11725499","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was previously repaired in December 2025 under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The contact stated that the engine was replaced. In addition, the replacement engine failure had started after less than 1,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11745903","quote_2_text":"Engine failed after repair of15000 miles with same break down The dealership did not clean out shredded timing belt and the second belt was shredded","quote_3_odi":"11740887","quote_3_text":"However, just 5 days after receiving the vehicle back, the engine shut off again while I was driving. The vehicle stalled while driving at approximately 25mph on a highway exit. There was no warning prior to the engine shutting off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-rearview-camera-display","label":"Rearview camera and infotainment display malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11705313","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blue. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving forward, the rearview camera image erroneously displayed intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11694698","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system, shows ford logo, and back up camera but radio will no longer pop up. The back up camera stays displayed at times. This recall aligns with the recall through NHTSA # 25V442 and fords recall number of 25S72","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 23V905 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11667131","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11668243","quote_2_text":"Oil pump tensioner failure still has not fix the recall on my vehicle since 12/23/2023 when it was issued. I had taken my vehicle in today for both recalls Ford only address the Half Shaft recall. But stated parts are not available on the oil pump tensioner","quote_3_odi":"11692650","quote_3_text":"However, the service department verbally refused to perform the recall, stating that “the part must fail first” and that it was a manufacturer issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ecosport","model_slug":"ecosport","cluster_id":"ecosport-2021-transmission-half-shaft","label":"Transmission and front half shaft failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11652636","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle lost motive power. The \"Power Train Malfunction\" warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11675150","quote_2_text":"Recall is for 25S12 FRONT HALF SHAFT INSPECTION red McCombs completed and passed on June 23 2025 a week later the shaft had been bent Ford is denying paying for the recall because it was initially passed","quote_3_odi":"11687541","quote_3_text":"I had the recall fixed for the oil pump drive belt tensioner on 1.0L engine. Dealership fixed it but they told me my torque converter was damaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ecosport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by unavailable parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11162803","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A LETTER REGARDING NHTSA RECALL 16V-384 IN DECEMBER OF 2017 STATING THAT FORD DISCOVERED A SEVERE SAFETY RISK IN THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OF MY VEHICLE IN JULY 2016","quote_2_odi":"11330315","quote_2_text":"I HAVE RECEIVED MANY NOTICES TO SCHEDULE A RECALL FOR THE AIR BAGS, HAVE TALKED TO ONE PERSON 5 MONTHS AGO AND TRIED CALLING THE NUMBER BUT NO ANSWER","quote_3_odi":"11172221","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - IT HAS BEEN NEARLY 3 YEARS AND MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP STILL DOES NOT HAVE PARTS AVAILABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure reducing stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11471933","quote_1_text":"My brakes on my car was not stopping when I was applying my brakes. I've taken good care of my car and I am the only owner of my edge","quote_2_odi":"11606037","quote_2_text":"The component that failed was my Break Booster and I almost wasn't able to stop","quote_3_odi":"11427428","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-fuel-tank-corrosion-leak","label":"Fuel tank corrosion and leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11515104","quote_1_text":"Fuel neck rusted out under mount bracket causing fuel to drip on hot muffler. Fire hazard could cause a fire","quote_2_odi":"11579115","quote_2_text":"The fuel tank has the leak in the areas spoke of in the recall, Ford is not doing anything about it","quote_3_odi":"11360412","quote_3_text":"WHETHER VEHICLE IS STATIONARY OR MOVING IT LEAKS FUEL FROM THE GAS TANK OR THE SEALS, OR THE BRACKETS. WE ARE ONLY ABLE TO FILL IT A HALF TANK AT A TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-taillight-socket-melting","label":"Tail lamp bulb socket melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11270030","quote_1_text":"WENT TO CHANGE THE BULB AND DISCOVERED THE SOCKET WAS BURNT UP AND MELTED. CHECKED THE OTHER SIDE AND HAD THE SAME ISSUE!","quote_2_odi":"11206625","quote_2_text":"BOTH THE REAR TAIL/STOP LIGHT BULB SOCKETS MELT FROM EXTREME BULB HEAT. THIS ISSUE IS POSTED BY OTHERS ALL OVER THE INTERNET","quote_3_odi":"11472732","quote_3_text":"The rear taillight socket melted due to excessive heat. This has happened twice to the same vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission power loss with wrench-light limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11414086","quote_1_text":"LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT WARNING, SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. BANGS WHEN SHIFTING, VERY ROUGH SHIFTING","quote_2_odi":"11230079","quote_2_text":"TWO ADDITIONAL LIGHTS APPEARED, ONE WAS THE WRENCH SYMBOL AND THE OTHER WAS TIRE SENSOR FAULT WHICH WAS NOT THE BIGGEST ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11208745","quote_3_text":"WILL BE DRIVING AND LOUD THUMP THEN CAR WILL NOT CHANGE GEARS. HAVE TO PULL OFF ROAD TURN CAR OFF AND LET SIT FOR AWHILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2008-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Internal water pump failure contaminating engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11720256","quote_1_text":"The internal water pump failed on my 2008 Ford Edge (3.5L V6), allowing coolant to leak into the engine oil. This caused catastrophic engine damage and complete engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11307458","quote_2_text":"OUR WATER PUMP ON OUR 2008 FORD EDGE LIMITED, SUFFERED A BREAKDOWN WHICH ALLOWED WATER TO ENTER THE ENGINE INTERNALLY. THE WATER MIXED WITH THE OIL INSIDE THE ENGINE CAUSING A COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11175048","quote_3_text":"WE TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC AND AFTER THE INSPECTION HIS DIAGNOSTIC WAS A 'WATER PUMP FAILURE ' SINCE THE WATER PUMP IS LOCATED 'INSIDE ' THE ENGINE ITSELF, IT WILL BE A 'VERY EXPENSIVE FIX'","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2010-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure causing loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":673,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11645343","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving into an apartment complex parking lot, the brake pedal was depressed but felt stiff and failed to travel downward. The contact was unable to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11654093","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and felt abnormally stiff. As a result, the vehicle failed to slow down as intended","quote_3_odi":"11597429","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving on multiple occasions at various speeds, she observed a hissing noise emanating near the brake pedal. Additionally, when the brake pedal was depressed, the brake pedal was firm, and the vehicle failed to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair unavailable or incomplete","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":673,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11506661","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11673706","quote_2_text":"I took my 2010 ford edge to have a air bag recall repaired. The air bag was fixed, the air bag light cleared. I drove about 3 miles home and the light reappeared, I checked the code and it was B2293-03 air bag fault","quote_3_odi":"11150168","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - WE ARE STILL WAITING FOR OUR RECALLED AIRBAGS TO BE REPLACED. WE ARE AFRAID TO DRIVE OUR CAR IF WE GET IN AN ACCIDENT AS WE HAVE A SMALL CHILD PLUS THE TWO OF US WHO COULD GET HURT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2010-transmission-shifter-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and gear shifter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":673,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11515491","quote_1_text":"Engine check engine light come on and off. Transmission slipping in second gear. Took it to the local dealership for diagnostic. Was told that the torque convertor needed replacing. Had the convertor replaced but did not solve the problem","quote_2_odi":"11469766","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the gear shifter seized and the vehicle was difficult to shift into gear. The contact stated that the gear shift indicator showed that the vehicle was in park(P) however, the transmission was in reverse(R)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2010-water-pump-coolant-in-oil","label":"Water pump failure allowing coolant into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":673,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11626250","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and it was discovered that there was coolant inside the oil. The vehicle was towed to another independent mechanic who confirmed the failure and informed the contact that the engine","quote_2_odi":"11508863","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Edge. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, there was a burning odor inside the vehicle. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the coolant reservoir was empty, the engine oil dip stick read full, and the oil was discolored","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2011-backup-camera-image-failure","label":"Rearview camera upside-down or blank image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1801,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11665313","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a blank or upside-down image. The contact stated that the rearview camera had previously been replaced, but the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11636849","quote_2_text":"Rear backup camera is not working telling me to contact ford dealership when I'm backing up and is delayed on showing it I've tried resetting it and it still don't work","quote_3_odi":"11670884","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is showing picture upside down and blurred also get message to contact dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2011-brake-booster-hcu-failure","label":"Brake booster and hydraulic control unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1801,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11746227","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing out of the garage and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately stop. The brake pedal was spongy","quote_2_odi":"11618513","quote_2_text":"Brakes going to floor and very little stopping power. HCU failure caused by DOT3 brake fluid causing dump valve in block to stay stuck open. 2nd replacement valve from Ford and again it happened almost causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"11636848","quote_3_text":"My brakes are hard as a rock cause me to use more force on the brakes to stop and there is hissing coming from brake booster when I apply the brakes on my vehicle causing prolonged stopping distance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2011-door-ajar-latch-failure","label":"Door ajar warning light and door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1801,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11666773","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the “Driver's Door Ajar” warning light was illuminated even though the door was securely closed and locked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the door latch had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11529741","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that after closing the front driver's side door, the \"Door Ajar\" message was displayed, and the interior lights remained illuminated. The contact was concerned that the front driver's side door might open while driving","quote_3_odi":"11457318","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side front door swung open independently and she had to hold the door shut while driving. The door failed to remain closed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2011-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Water pump leak causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1801,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11463827","quote_1_text":"The Water Pump in my 2011 Ford Edge failed causing catastrophic engine failure. The failure occurred while I was driving on the highway and I lost my power steering and brakes","quote_2_odi":"11688275","quote_2_text":"My 2011 Ford Edge stalled on the freeway March 1st 2025. I had purchased the car in 2019, and kept up with regular maintenance. My mechanic tells me its an issue with the \"water pump\" thats is connected to the timing belt, and that the engine has been flooded?","quote_3_odi":"11567607","quote_3_text":"While driving on a very the busy S-R9 route that I drive daily, my car started to lug, so I had to break really fast, and pull over so I would not get hit from behind, I consider myself lucky I was not on the busy I-15 freeway, because there is alot of construction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2012-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image loss or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11726684","quote_1_text":"Loss of rearview image from backup camera. Intermittent blank, distorted, or inverted image when in reverse. Sometimes says \"loss of signal\". This reduces the driver’s view of the area behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a backover crash","quote_2_odi":"11723594","quote_2_text":"The contact's father owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the rearview image was frozen, or the screen was blank. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent","quote_3_odi":"11742341","quote_3_text":"The rear camera only works sporadically. It will work once in awhile or will work and then not work at all for awhile. So far Ford has not addressed this make and model as having a problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2012-brake-booster-pedal-sink","label":"Brake booster failure with pedal sinking to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11630521","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard causing the braking distance to become extended. The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic who determined that the brake booster had failed","quote_2_odi":"11563466","quote_2_text":"Brakes malfunction, the vehicle experienced an apparent loss of brake pressure, resulting in the brake pedal sinking to the floorboard before the vehicle came to a complete stop. A technician serviced the car on three different occasions, replacing the brake booster and bleeding","quote_3_odi":"11467917","quote_3_text":"I dont drive often or many miles so while driving on state route had to stop seeing several cars in front of me stopping for a dump truck backing in drive so pressed on brake but went to floor and did eventually stop however had spongy pedal until I got home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2012-door-latch-ajar-battery-drain","label":"Door latch failure with door ajar light and battery drain","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":1132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11464353","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that all four door latches were inoperable, causing the door ajar light to remain illuminated. The contact stated that the failure caused the battery to be drained","quote_2_odi":"11433029","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the door failed to close and lock securely. The door ajar message was displayed. The battery was drained due to the failure","quote_3_odi":"11429901","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the latch on the driver’s side door failed to operate intermittently with the door ajar warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2012-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall or power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1132,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11430178","quote_1_text":"I've had the car for a year and it suddenly loses power during acceleration and Is throwing the P0299 turbocharger code. I was getting on the interstate when the car did this the 1st and 2nd times","quote_2_odi":"11363161","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK, GOIN 45MPH APPROACHING ACTIVE RAILROAD CROSSING, MY VEHICLE STARTED TO MISFIRE & WENT FROM 40- 20 MPH, LUCKILY I STOPPED BEFORE THE TRACKS BCZ AS SOON AS I DID THE LIGHTS CAME IN FOR A TRAIN","quote_3_odi":"11327940","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON US HIGHWAY 27, 65 MPH AT NIGHT. CAR JUST STOPPED DEAD ON THE ROAD, NO WARNING, PLENTY OF GAS. I COULD HAVE BEEN KILLED! HAD IT TOWED TO FORD DEALER WAS TOLD IT WAS THE FUEL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2013-backup-camera-inversion","label":"Backup camera image inversion or blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2442,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11743312","quote_1_text":"The rear back up camera stopped working , goes black or flips upside down. Sometimes even flickers and then says contact your local dealer for assistance","quote_2_odi":"11741963","quote_2_text":"The rear backup camera is distorted and the image has flipped upside down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2013-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster or ABS/HCU module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2442,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11708452","quote_1_text":"Soft brake pedal that goes to floor","quote_2_odi":"11736115","quote_2_text":"I have replaced all brake components except abs motor. After researching online this vehicle has same issues as stated with other models . Brake pedal goes to floor after spending $3500!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2013-door-ajar-false-warning","label":"False door-ajar warning from latch sensor","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":2442,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11659835","quote_1_text":"The dash keeps showing an error “Rear Door Ajar”. The door is closed and locked. However the interior lights will not go out because “a door is open”. This causes a safety issue when driving","quote_2_odi":"11624443","quote_2_text":"My warning sign on the screen always says door ajar, when it is shut, causing me to have to drive with inside lights on, and the bell ringing every so often reminding me, my door is a jar, for the intire trip","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2013-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":2442,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11731369","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sun roof exploded while going down the highway sending glass flying in the air. The sunroof shade was not open so the driver and 2 infants in the back seat were not injured","quote_2_odi":"11675614","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY LESS 60 MPH MY SUNROOF EXPLODED AND GLASS SHATTERED EVERYWHERE. I HAD MY CHILD IN THE CARSEAT WHILE THIS HAPPEN. THERE NOTHING THAT I HEARD OR VISIBLE THAT HIT IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2013-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2442,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11685279","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure coolant leaking out of it Was driving at 10mph in parking garage when temperature gauge went to hot on cluster instrument everyone was ok had have had vehicle for about a month before breakdown","quote_2_odi":"11626465","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Edge. The contact stated that upon inspection of the vehicle, the contact discovered an unknown fluid leak","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2014-backup-camera-image-failure","label":"Backup camera image failure or dropout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11759898","quote_1_text":"Rear camera not working, blank screen, upside down picture, distorted picture. Same issue which was recalled by ford on earlier models, ie 2013","quote_2_odi":"11748617","quote_2_text":"The rear view mirror backup camera continues to stop working and occasionally camera shows everything 280 degrees upside down. this is a MAJOR safety issue !!!!!!","quote_3_odi":"11694536","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Edge. The contact stated that on several occasions for over a year, when the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R), the back over prevention image was turned upside down. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2014-brake-pedal-loses-stopping-power","label":"Brake pedal drops with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11736795","quote_1_text":"On three separate occasions, the brake pedal has gone all the way to the floor, with braking power reduced to a scary, dangerous level. An independent mechanic ran a diagnostic scan on one of those occasions and received an ABS Module fault. They bled the system, and the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11711812","quote_2_text":"In busy traffic brake pedal went all the way to floor almost causing me to hit vehicle in front of me. Vehicle was towed to my mechanic at which time he informed me this is an ongoing issue with Ford and is recall issue. I have contacted my local Ford dealer as well as Ford","quote_3_odi":"11701585","quote_3_text":"I am an automotive service technology teacher, retired. The ABS system on this vehicle failed without warning and without any trouble codes. No lights, no codes. The pedal sinks nearly to the floor, but does engage the brakes once the ABS chambers fill with fluid. But, by the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2014-door-ajar-warning-false-alert","label":"Door ajar warning with door closed and locked","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11428240","quote_1_text":"door ajar warning dome lights stay on doors don't lock child opened door while moving","quote_2_odi":"11397002","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD EDGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED WITH THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR CLOSED. DURING THE FAILURE, THE DOOR COULD NOT BE LOCKED AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED. ON ONE","quote_3_odi":"11637420","quote_3_text":"The contact's father owns a 2014 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while he was driving at approximately 65 MPH, the \"door open\" alarm and chime was sounding, indicating that the driver's side door was open. The contact observed that the driver's side door was closed. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2014-sudden-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Sudden power loss or limp mode while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11674846","quote_1_text":"7/2/25-i was driving about 20 miles per hour when suddenly my car went into a type of limp/idle mode. It shut the car down to an idle, a wrench light came on my dash then the car started to shake. I coasted into a driveway and turned the car off. I turned it back on after 5min","quote_2_odi":"11373854","quote_2_text":"1ST OCCURRENCE WAS WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPPED ACCELERATING AND WENT INTO LIMP MODE (A WRENCH WAS DISPLAYED ON THE DASHBOARD). I WAS NOT ABLE TO ACCELERATE AT ALL AND HAD TO PULL OFF THE INTERSTATE. TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE AND TURNED IT","quote_3_odi":"11421810","quote_3_text":"Driving down the hwy, lost all acceleration. Engine still alive, had power, radio, air etc Had to coast to the side of the road. Restarted car after a few minutes and problem resolved. Took to dealer but they could not find a code. Suggested replacing throttle body as possible","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2014-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Water pump failure with coolant intrusion into engine","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11505938","quote_1_text":"COOLANT LEAKING INTO ENGINE FROM FAULTY WATER PUMP CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11520578","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle overheated. The contact veered to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool down. The contact then continued driving. The","quote_3_odi":"11604635","quote_3_text":"Faulty Water Pump causing thousands of dollars to repair. There is a recall on same models and year my vehicle should also be on it. Stalled on hiway. Had to pay more money for tow. Repairs are more than car is worth. You have to take the top part of engine off to replace it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-brake-line-hose-rupture","label":"Rear brake line and brake hose rupture","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11652343","quote_1_text":"Brake hose failure causing loss of braking ability. Confirmed by independent service center that brake hose ruptured and required repaired. No warning lamps or messages. Braking required holding pedal all the way to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11726470","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her mother was driving 30 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The driver pumped the brake pedal to the floorboard, and the vehicle slowly responded","quote_3_odi":"11669603","quote_3_text":"Brake pedal sank to the floor while driving. Pressure resumed temporarily. Brake fluid continued to leak aftrr being parked. This is third incident of this occurance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11539017","quote_1_text":"Engine has been shaking/misfiring and white smoke coming from Exhaust. Took it to ford and they said it was a coolant intrusion problem on the first cylinder. Learned there is a design flaw in Fords eco boost engines","quote_2_odi":"11633217","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced rough idling. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a cracked engine block caused by coolant intrusion into the cylinders","quote_3_odi":"11603047","quote_3_text":"coolant intrusion in cylinders on the engine 2.7 ecoboost Ford made a bad engineering decision on the headers and block to allow coolant to flow through the gaskets to get to the other side of the cylinder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-flex-plate-fracture","label":"Transmission flex plate fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11562879","quote_1_text":"Traveling 80mph on turnpike and lost all ability to propel vehicle forward due to broken flex plate. Car just stopped driving and steering became an issue as I coasted to the shoulder in the middle of no where miles and miles from a place of business","quote_2_odi":"11634352","quote_2_text":"The contact who is a Safety Emission Inspector for the dealer stated that the flex plate had fractured. The owner of the dealer was stopped at a traffic light when the engine seized, and the vehicle failed to move. After several attempts, the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11543274","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from underneath the floorboard. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled. The contact pulled off the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11660004","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 75 MPH, the steering wheel became inoperable. The steering wheel failed to return to center. The steering assist, hill start assist, and the park assist warning lights were flashing","quote_2_odi":"11575590","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, with the steering wheel requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11568313","quote_3_text":"When i went to the store i turned off my engine and when i came back in the car i started it and could not turn my steering wheel , Good thing this happened when i was parked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera image loss or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11666377","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera has malfunctioned many times. The camera image will delay, freeze or not display when the vehicle is in reverse. This same issue has been reported on newer Ford products and they are under recall","quote_2_odi":"11663337","quote_2_text":"Back up camera goes blank sometimes and sometimes has lines running through it like rewinding an old VHS tape","quote_3_odi":"11700584","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black image while reversing. The message “Contact the Dealer” was displayed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Unavailable recall remedy parts for brake hose recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11730796","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Edge. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11737910","quote_2_text":"Ford states that the replacement parts are not available and that FORDMOCO parts can only be used and only FORDMOCO parts will be used in correcting the recall by the local Ford service dept","quote_3_odi":"11722012","quote_3_text":"Filing complaint based on 6 months since 2 recalls filed for this vehicle and no resolution has been offered by Ford as of the time of this filing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-roof-and-rear-glass-breakage","label":"Panoramic roof and rear window glass breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11602991","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sun roof has cracked suddenly due to stress. There was no damage or fracture due to an impact from a rock or other outside projectile. The glass roof has simply begun to fail due to stress","quote_2_odi":"11645472","quote_2_text":"On 12/31/24 my rear windshield exploded. I had it replaced and on 2/28/25 the rear window has exploded AGAIN!","quote_3_odi":"11640676","quote_3_text":"vista roof has spontaneously cracked in 2 different areas. i did have my insurance company look at it. they did cover it sorta. but it has cracked again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2015-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts resisting removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":719,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11559690","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for service, the mechanic discovered that the lug nuts were deformed and very difficult to remove from the wheels. The failure was present on the lug nuts on all four wheels","quote_2_odi":"11557247","quote_2_text":"My vehicle only has 74K miles and the Ford dealership told me I need to replace all lug nugs because they are swollen and will need to be broken off. This is a $200 cost at the dealership for replacement","quote_3_odi":"11712716","quote_3_text":"the lug nut caps will not come off and no tire store in our area can get them off without charging an arm and a leg","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11702621","quote_1_text":"Complaint Description: My 2016 Ford Edge 2.0L EcoBoost is experiencing a catastrophic engine failure due to \"coolant intrusion\" into the engine cylinders, a known manufacturing defect associated with the open-deck engine block design in this model year (referenced in Ford TSB…","quote_2_odi":"11713457","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information: Year/Make/Model: 2016 Ford Edge SE Engine: 2.0L EcoBoost Mileage at Failure: ~79,000 miles Description of the Problem: I am reporting a safety-related defect involving engine coolant intrusion into the cylinders on my 2016 Ford Edge equipped with the 2.0L…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-driveline-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and driveline component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11739051","quote_1_text":"Torque Converter fails causing transmission to be replaced. No engine light.","quote_2_odi":"11671531","quote_2_text":"The transfer case on my 2016 Ford Edge Titanium AWD cracked and failed at approximately 76,000 miles. For months prior, the vehicle showed warning signs including a strong burning smell inside the cabin, jerky movement while reversing, and rubbing or grinding noises during…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677988","quote_1_text":"The power steering suddenly stopped working while I was driving. The steering became extremely stiff and difficult to control. At one point, the power assist abruptly returned, causing the steering wheel to jerk, and I nearly hit a pedestrian. It was a frightening and extremely…","quote_2_odi":"11644892","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the power steering failed to function as intended. In addition, several unknown messages were displayed on the instrument panel with several unknown warning lights being illuminated. With help from…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-rear-brake-hose-rupture","label":"Rear brake hose rupture and fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11749117","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Edge. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal felt…","quote_2_odi":"11713388","quote_2_text":"On January 25, 2026, my 2016 Ford Edge experienced a catastrophic brake system failure corresponding to NHTSA Safety Recall 25V-544. The front brake jounce hose ruptured at the crimp, resulting in the immediate and total loss of brake fluid and zero braking pressure. The vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11729092","quote_1_text":"My rear camera on my car is not working and a recall was issued in September under NHTSA Recall Number25V572. My car camera is completely broken and Ford has provided no alternative solutions, nor a timeline on when this can be addressed. As this has been a problem for over 6…","quote_2_odi":"11691748","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera was distorted and didn’t show a vehicle behind me when I backed out of parking spot and made contact with another vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2016-seat-belt-retractor-lock","label":"Rear seat belt retractor lock","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11671379","quote_1_text":"This is the second time the driver seatbelt has locked itself and won't extend. The fix is to remove the seatbelt and send it in for repair. This seems serious as it forces me to drive without a seatbelt.","quote_2_odi":"11665428","quote_2_text":"Seat belt assembly. Pretensionor stuck in locked position and seat belt will not retract or expand. Yes safety is at risk. Seat belt is no longer usable and hapend when I was not at home. My child was unable to be properly restrained. Inspected by mechanic . The seat belt on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2017-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Rear brake hose recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1303,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11750823","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11737625","quote_2_text":"Recall 25V544. Received recall notice September 2025 and still no parts for said recall. Brake hose recall!","quote_3_odi":"11733554","quote_3_text":"recall notice 25V544 was sent out Aug 2025, and it's the end of April 2026 and nothing has been announced. Called my local dealer and they said it is now looking like May for a remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2017-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1303,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11749770","quote_1_text":"2017 Ford Edge started generating codes for misfires on Cylinder #2. The recommendation was to replace all spark plugs and ignition coils. This work was performed and the code was cleared. In a few days the same code re-appeared","quote_2_odi":"11747634","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with coolant intrusion into the engine, causing engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11742773","quote_3_text":"Coolant seeps into the engine cylinders. This leads to misfiring, white smoke from the exhaust, rough idling, and catastrophic engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2017-rear-brake-hose-rupture","label":"Rear brake hose rupture with brake pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1303,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11702419","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving home at 25 MPH, the rear brake hose ruptured. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle was slow to respond. The contact was able to stop in the driveway. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11730029","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact heard a popping sound coming from outside the vehicle and discovered that the brake hose had ruptured and was leaking brake fluid,","quote_3_odi":"11709226","quote_3_text":"I am reporting that my 2017 Ford Edge's rear driver-side brake line was leaking so badly today that my brakes did not function. My brake pedal went to the floor! Thankfully I was near my home and able to get to my driveway and I could pump my pedal enough to stop my vehicle!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2017-rearview-camera-blank-image","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1303,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11743034","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently displayed a blank or flickering image. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer advised that the parts were unavailable to complete the repair","quote_2_odi":"11691644","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a black screen. In addition, the contact stated that the rearview camera was not working occasionally","quote_3_odi":"11736566","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera displayed a distorted image. The dealer, sent a technician came to the contact's residence. The vehicle was inspected, the contact was informed the camera needed to be cleaned","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2017-transmission-shift-power-loss","label":"Transmission shifting and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1303,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11686882","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the transmission independently shifted. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11748494","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power train warning light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated","quote_3_odi":"11707120","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a repeated transmission failure involving my 2017 Ford Edge (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle has had multiple transmission replacements performed by an authorized Ford dealership (Barbara Dyson Ford)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-brake-hydraulic-failures","label":"Hydraulic brake failures and recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11753654","quote_1_text":"Not sure if this is due to the recall from 2025 that does not have a remedy yet but driving my car makes me extremely nervous because my brakes are becoming difficult to use","quote_2_odi":"11707863","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 20 MPH in a parking lot, the brakes became inoperable. The low brake fluid warning light illuminated after the failure","quote_3_odi":"11678504","quote_3_text":"Master cylinder going bad. Pedal goes to the floor. All 4 pads rotors calipers have been replaced within the last year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders (2.0L EcoBoost)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":135,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11753741","quote_1_text":"Cylinder #2 misfire code repeatedly appearing even after changing spark plug and ignition coil. Took to the Ford dealer and it was determined it is an issue of coolant leakage in cylinder number 2. Ford dealer has diagnosed and performing engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11743494","quote_2_text":"After a local auto repair shop diagnosed the problem as a coolant contamination in cylinder 3, I was instructed to take the car to a Ford dealer because a new engine was needed. The dealer confirmed the coolant intrusion in cylinder 3 and a new engine has been ordered","quote_3_odi":"11689923","quote_3_text":"Our 2018 Ford Edge started idling rough after spark plug change and after dealer tested it they told us it had engine coolant in #2 Cylinder and that driving it could lead to catastrophic engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-liftgate-fails-to-open","label":"Power liftgate failure to open","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11663918","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the power liftgate failed to open manually or automatically","quote_2_odi":"11670005","quote_2_text":"The rear lift gate will not open and it operates some time and cannot be open at all and no warning lights come on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11718725","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic sunroof unexpectedly exploded","quote_2_odi":"11672274","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud explosion coming from the sunroof of the vehicle. The contact also stated that the vehicle vibrated, and the sunroof detached from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11674705","quote_3_text":"Panaramic sunroof cracked on inside portion of the vehicle, concerned it might shatter. There is also a crack on the outside portion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-rearview-camera-blank","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11729956","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera screen malfunctioned, and displayed either a dark image or no image. The contact stated that the failure created a visibility hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11699005","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the driver from safely operating the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11685976","quote_3_text":"The camera displayed a blank or distorted image (it changed as put in reverse) on the center display screen when the vehicle was put in reverse AND on occasion displayed a message on the center display screen that the rear-view camera is unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2018-torque-converter-transmission","label":"Torque converter, flexplate, and transmission failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":786,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11732969","quote_1_text":"The torque converter has failed on my Edge, according to the dealership evaluation. They also indicated that this could lead to complete failure of the transmission, inability to drive the vehicle and loss of power train control","quote_2_odi":"11706161","quote_2_text":"Brought vehicle in with check engine light on and vehicle codes P0741 and P1744 appeared. Torque converter needs to be replaced along with transmission","quote_3_odi":"11682163","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the flex plate, flywheel, and transmission pump were faulty and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 701 total)","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11739320","quote_1_text":"Engine Failure at 35,000 miles due to well known and documented engine design flaw between cylinder 2 and 3. The gasket fails and leaks coolant into the cylinders causing engine failure. An upgraded 2020 engine that has fixed the issue is required.","quote_2_odi":"11687624","quote_2_text":"Design flaw in engine which causes coolant intrusion into the cylinders causing misfires, overheating, and white smoke out of the exhaust. The vehicle is unsafe to drive due to the engine overheating. The vehicle has been inspected by a licensed mechanic that confirmed all of…","quote_3_odi":"11673000","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has 71,452 miles and has started using coolant and the wrench and check engine light are coming on. This is a known issue in other years of ford vehicles and this vehicle should also be included in the recall.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2019-rear-backup-camera","label":"Rear backup camera image loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 701 total)","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11692178","quote_1_text":"Back up camera often gets stuck on and will show what is behind you while driving forward. Or the screen will be blue and not show anything in forward or reverse. It has happened approximately 35 times since purchasing it in March 2025.","quote_2_odi":"11696491","quote_2_text":"My backup camera consistently blurs out with colored lines inconsistently. This has happened since I bought the vehicle over 3 years ago","quote_3_odi":"11676072","quote_3_text":"Back up camera stays on after the vehicle is shifted into drive.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 701 total)","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11707359","quote_1_text":"At approximately 10:30 a.m. on 12/28/2025, while traveling on the highway, the panoramic sunroof of my 2019 Ford Edge SEL spontaneously exploded without warning. The failure was accompanied by a sound similar to a gunshot. The weather was clear and sunny, with an ambient outdoor…","quote_2_odi":"11722981","quote_2_text":"The rear hatch window shattered without reason. Other than the drastic change in weather overnight. There are no signs of vandalism, and the car was not near any hazards overnight. Other owners of the same make years 2021 and below reports the same exact issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2019-torque-converter-transmission-shudder","label":"Torque converter and transmission shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 701 total)","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741294","quote_1_text":"Car was repeatedly hesitating and shuddering during normal stop/go driving. Took it to the dealer and it was diagnosed with a \"torque converter\" issue (estimated cost of repairs is 4100). After researching this more, this looks to be a known issue with Ford 6-speed automatic…","quote_2_odi":"11726674","quote_2_text":"Car shudders, hesitates and feels like it is going to stall at lower speeds. Vehicle has 39500 miles on it. Taken to local dealership and it was diagnosed with needing the Torque Converter replaced. This seems to be an ongoing issue with this component and should be a recall","quote_3_odi":"11675814","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Ford Edge transmission has been shuddering, jerking, and harsh shifting at low speeds. I'm afraid when driving the transmission is going to fall out of. the car on the road - doesn't make me feel safe driving it. Took it to dealer and they tell me it is normal wear and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-adas-sensor-malfunction","label":"Forward collision and cruise control system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733277","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the cruise control system unexpectedly disengaged. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and a sensor failure was diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11685744","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the forward-facing camera stopped functioning as designed, with the messages \"Pre-Collision not Available - Sensors Blocked, Please Clear Sensors\" displayed","quote_3_odi":"11619191","quote_3_text":"The Forward Collision Warning system became inoperative because of a failed electronic module. The dealership indicated that the self test ipma code u3009-49 test diagnostic called for the ipma replacement and programing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine from EGR cooler failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706380","quote_1_text":"While driving my family home, our 2020 Ford Edge displayed sudden overheating. White smoke with a sweet smell was coming from the tailpipe. Looking under the hood afterwards I could verify the coolant reservoir was empty","quote_2_odi":"11673716","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated before the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11642490","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is leaking coolant into the engine due to a failing EGR cooler. Problems include, white smoke coming from the engine, severe coolant loss, loss of heat, and foul smell coming from the vents","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and rear drive unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623046","quote_1_text":"Rear Drive Unit/Differential has failed. This is the second time in 4 years that it has failed leading to drivetrain issues to the rear wheels. I'm not sure how significant an incident would be if the Rear Power Transfer Unit fails while drive at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11750994","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Ford Edge ST with approximately 62,460 miles. My vehicle has developed a loud noise coming from the rear differential, particularly when turning at low speeds","quote_3_odi":"11754015","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked roughly while turning right or left, with a grinding sound coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751012","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the rearview camera was inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the VIN was not under recall. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11663328","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse, the rearview camera image was black with wavy lines, and a distorted image. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11722531","quote_3_text":"My backup camera has the same issue as the recall for the 2021-2024 Ford Edge. Why is my year not included in the recall?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-seatbelt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor lockup or failure to extend","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749253","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while parked on two occasions, the driver's seatbelt failed to retract and was inoperable. The contact stated that after a few attempts to pull the seatbelt, the seatbelt retracted","quote_2_odi":"11743453","quote_2_text":"Over a dozen times, when my car sits outside in the sun on a hot day, my drivers side seat belt becomes locked in the retracted position","quote_3_odi":"11709616","quote_3_text":"Rear center seatbelt retractor failed under normal use. The belt locks immediately and cannot be extended, making the rear center seat unusable. There is no accident or collision history","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735919","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway with my husband and our dog when out of nowhere the panoramic sunroof exploded","quote_2_odi":"11733169","quote_2_text":"While driving on Sam Houston tollway going 65 mph, I heard a loud explosion scared me and caused me to swerve into the lane next to me narrowly missing the car next to me","quote_3_odi":"11668534","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the sunroof exploded and completely fractured into several pieces. The contact stated that the glass fragments fell inside the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2020-transmission-shudder","label":"8F35 transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":145,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751793","quote_1_text":"Torque Converter failed Car jerks at low speeds. Car was unsafe to drive, vehicle had trouble accelerating when needed. Ford Garage inspected vehicle and diagnosed the problem. There was no warning lamps or messages","quote_2_odi":"11723480","quote_2_text":"The transmission shutters and jerks","quote_3_odi":"11740111","quote_3_text":"Ford has issues a Technical Service Bulletin for a transmission Shudder on the 8 spd automatic transmission. They know there is an issue for this transmission, now they want me to pay $8,000 dollars to have it fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-brake-failure","label":"Brake booster, caliper, and ABS failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11617712","quote_1_text":"I was stopping at a yellow light and the brakes were slow to respond nearly resulting in a collision with the car stopped in front. I initially attributed this to wet brakes since it was raining heavily and I had only gone a short distance…","quote_2_odi":"11519363","quote_2_text":"2021 Edge- 2 week old car and when braking, car started to shake and there was a thumping voice. I got home, barely, to find the brake pads loose on the driver side rear. It was towed to the dealer and found to have a loose caliper that needed to be replaced and fixed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-crash-sensor-bracket","label":"Crash sensor bracket fracture","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11506284","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the crash sensor illuminated. The contact stated that the crash sensor light was flashing on and off. The cruise control was inoperable…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-front-camera-after-update","label":"Front camera failure after rear-camera software update","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11477125","quote_1_text":"After over the air update to fix rear camera issues the front camera does not operate. The camera is used when operating at slow speeds. When the button is pushed the camera does not come on.","quote_2_odi":"11470584","quote_2_text":"After the over-the-air update due to the rear-camera recall, the front-facing camera no longer works after approximately 15 seconds of the car being turned on. Turn on car: front camera is fine. 15 seconds: front camera no longer turns on It is supposed to be operational…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-rear-differential-awd","label":"Rear differential failure and AWD disable warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11520695","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Ford Edge SEL with 22,000 miles on it, bought new less than 2 years ago, would intermittently show a warning notification on the dash saying “AWD temporarily disabled”. The car drove different when the warning came on…","quote_2_odi":"11606409","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal banging and slamming sound coming from the vehicle while turning right or accelerating from a stop. There were no warning lights illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rear-view camera blank image and back-over recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11664279","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired…","quote_2_odi":"11685766","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently went blank while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R). The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention);…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment display screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11695380","quote_1_text":"Screen went black, had to replace the computer behind the screen for 1,500 dollars.","quote_2_odi":"11546401","quote_2_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR LAST YEAR I BEEN AT THE DELAERSHIP MORE THAN 3 TIMES ALREADY COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SCREEN AND THE TWO ON THE BACK OF EACH SEAT . THE MAIN SCREEN FREZEES ALL THE TIME NOT ALLOWING ME TO USE THE CAMERAS NOR GPS ETC.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11611565","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Edge. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the sunroof glass exploded without impact, sending glass into the cabin of the vehicle. There was no injury sustained…","quote_2_odi":"11532168","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded suddenly driving 25 mph shards of glass going everywhere","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2021-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11736698","quote_1_text":"Shudder when automatic transmission shifts. Long lag time when vehicle accelerates after throttle is engaged. Can feel and hear knock every time throttle is engaged and disengaged.","quote_2_odi":"11717469","quote_2_text":"Transmission total failure at 118000 miles vehicle had shutting and jerking problems for about 40000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Front airbag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716191","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera intermittently became dark, distorted, or the image was frozen. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11468925","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while her son was driving approximately 40 mph, another vehicle turned into his lane and he attempted to apply the brake pedal but still crashed into the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact also stated the SOS system did not function either","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera image failure and recall remedy delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686633","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera image suddenly turned black or became distorted, and the message \"Contact Dealer\" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had created a visibility hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11716191","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera intermittently became dark, distorted, or the image was frozen. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions","quote_3_odi":"11724583","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while in Reverse(R), the rearview camera mainly displayed an image of the license plate located in the rear of the vehicle.  The contact stated that the failure started occurring some time after purchasing the vehicle brand new. The vehicle was taken to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-fca-false-alerts","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695048","quote_1_text":"Has happened on about 3 or 4 occasions that as I am driving it will get a buzzer sounding and red light on dashboard indicating collision is about to happen although there is no other cars or obstacles in the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11691769","quote_2_text":"Was driving about 30 miles a hour and there were no other cars on the road and there were no obstacles in the road and tbe forward collision warning alert started flashing and dinging on the dashboard. There was absolutely no reason it should have gone off this is about the 4th…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-liftgate-unintended-closure","label":"Power liftgate unintended activation and closure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11490889","quote_1_text":"The faulty back door lift and/or sensor resulted in the back door closing without activating the close button and it hit me in the head and shoulders several times while  I put groceries in and/or removing them from the back area","quote_2_odi":"11485911","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while moving items out of the trunk of the vehicle with the rear door elevated, the rear door inadvertently dropped and hit her on the face. The contact sustained a laceration under her left eye","quote_3_odi":"11517815","quote_3_text":"Unintended Hands-Free Liftgate Activation:   When standing next to or loading items into the rear cargo area the lift gate will begin to close on its own.  On two occassions I have been hit on the head and also on my shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-seat-heater-overheating","label":"Driver seat heater overheating","component_code":"SEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708484","quote_1_text":"Drivers seat heater overheated and caused 2nd degree burns on 10-20% of my body. No warning lights or alerts.   - yes it's been reproduced by mechanic. - no it has not been inspected. - no warning lamps. No error codes.  No messages.  No other warning","quote_2_odi":"11756460","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the infotainment screen went black, and the contact was unable to access the heat, A/C, or the radio. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the driver's side seat warmer independently…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11488337","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the sunroof exploded. The shade guard was closed at the time of the failure. The contact did not sustain any injuries. The contact veered to the side of the road for a moment","quote_2_odi":"11706025","quote_2_text":"I was driving and heard a loud popping sound and there was glass everywhere and my part of my sunroof was blown out. I think it was what they can an exploding sunroof","quote_3_odi":"11510377","quote_3_text":"Driving on highway, was not raining snowing or hailing and sunroof spontaneously shattered. Did not see any debris and was not driving behind a truck or car that had any loose debris. No obvious sign of impact, the sunshade is intact and was not damaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2022-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744211","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Ford Edge (approximately 97,000 miles) experiences a persistent shuddering condition that is most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph. The shudder can be felt through the vehicle and is sometimes perceived as an engine misfire. There are no warning lights or diagnostic…","quote_2_odi":"11731903","quote_2_text":"The transmission on my 2022 Ford Edge is experiencing premature failure at approximately 81,000 miles. The vehicle exhibits repeated harsh jerking during acceleration, most notably at approximately 15–20 mph and occasionally around 40 mph","quote_3_odi":"11661244","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission shuddered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed torque converter. The contact was informed that the torque converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2023-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera image distortion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-11 → 2026-06-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743536","quote_1_text":"Backup camera malfunctions. Goes black and picture is fuzzy, jumpy and distorted","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2023-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and HVAC loss","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05-07 → 2026-03-31","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728165","quote_1_text":"The screen will go black and stay that way for several minutes. It will then come back on then out again. It's getting a lot worse. I'm an older lady that's a lower leg amputee trying to work and I need this screen for directions as I'm by myself in areas I don't really know at…","quote_2_odi":"11587438","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the defroster activated, the infotainment system screen turned blank, and then the defroster was inoperable. Additionally, the contact stated that the heater and A/C failed to operate as needed when the…","quote_3_odi":"11654718","quote_3_text":"The APIM has a known software issue that blanks out the main display and control screen.  While not a safety issue for the Radio.  It Does eliminate the climate control system.  It makes it impossible to turn on, adjust or turn off defrosters.  So if windows start to fog there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2023-liftgate-unintended-activation","label":"Hands-free liftgate unintended activation","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-29 → 2024-05-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588241","quote_1_text":"The \"hands-free\" liftgate on numerous occasions comes down on a person when that person is in the cargo area.  the \"hands-free\" feature seems to have a mind of it own and besides being very irritating, seems dangerous.   There is no way to turn off this feature","quote_2_odi":"11580139","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the liftgate erroneously activated while leaning against the rear bumper. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2023-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and unexpected loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02-03 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757324","quote_1_text":"while driving my 2023 Ford Edge SEL AWD at approximately 35mph on an active hwy (93 AZ NB in Wickenburg AZ) the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic loss of motive power and came to a sudden stop in a jerking motion. The vehicle completely disabled itself without warning in…","quote_2_odi":"11640323","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission…","quote_3_odi":"11715771","quote_3_text":"As my wife was driving down the interstate, the car began shuddering. She pulled off, and the shuddering became very bad at about 30 MPH. The car flashed an error code which turned out to be the transmission. 2 Ford dealerships recommended a full transmission replacement for…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"edge-2023-vehicle-lurch-speed-control","label":"Unintended vehicle movement and speed control","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07-30 → 2025-08-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605337","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while parking and turning the engine off, the vehicle lunged forward after depressing the brake pedal. The failure had also occurred in reverse while reversing into a parking space, turning the vehicle off, and depressing the brake pedal. On one occasion the…","quote_2_odi":"11679580","quote_2_text":"I was doing 65 and had to gun it to get out of someone's way and when I did it just didn't go. There was a long pause then it kicked in just in time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11694596","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that, upon pulling into a parking space, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle, only coming to a complete stop after partially driving through a storefront","quote_2_odi":"11583284","quote_2_text":"The contact was driving a 2024 Ford Edge rental vehicle. The contact stated that while traveling in stop-and-go traffic the rental vehicle was involved in a multi-vehicle crash","quote_3_odi":"11616781","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 2 MPH, a second vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle. During the crash, no air bags in the vehicle were deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stall and seizure with dashboard warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11743770","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. In addition, the instrument cluster displayed a black screen with several unknown warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11726208","quote_2_text":"Warning lights came on, dashboard goes dark, engine felt to shut off and then restart especially when driving on interstate highways","quote_3_odi":"11664801","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a backfire coming from the engine. The contact stated that the engine overheated and seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-liftgate-closing-on-occupants","label":"Power liftgate closing on occupants","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11591160","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has hands free liftgate operation by waving feet under bumper. The liftgate will also close if you are loading cargo toward front of compartment and your feet inadvertently trigger sensor. The closing tone is weak and cannot be heard if there is any outside noise","quote_2_odi":"11609277","quote_2_text":"The liftgate has a sensor so that you can place you foot under the vehicle to open or close the liftgate. The sensor is too sensitive and even if do not put your foot under the vehicle the liftgate closes on your head or shoulder when you are putting things in or out of the rear…","quote_3_odi":"11599569","quote_3_text":"The auto trunk closed on the driver hitting me in the head. This happens every time the hatch is open. There are numerous complains online about this issue and no way to disable the feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-panoramic-roof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic roof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751655","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding the unexpected failure of the panoramic glass roof on my 2024 Ford Edge. The vehicle was parked in my residential driveway. As I began backing out of the driveway, I heard a very loud explosion or bang. I immediately stopped and inspected…","quote_2_odi":"11631800","quote_2_text":"Driving down I96 highway, the sunroof/moonroof shattered/exploded with no apparent cause. A loud popping noise followed by spider cracking and fragmenting glass was the result. After closing the top, the glass started to fall","quote_3_odi":"11567601","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after his wife entered the vehicle and closed the front driver's side door, the sunroof exploded without any impact. The sunroof glass shards fell inside the vehicle and onto his wife, causing a bump on her head; however, medical attention was not received","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720862","quote_1_text":"Travelling on the expressway I received a warning on my dash that my steering had failed along with other warnings. I lost the power steering and it was very hard to maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11673304","quote_2_text":"Vehicle steering/power steering locks unable to turn at intersections almost cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746725","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently displayed a blank image. The failure also affected the radio and the air conditioning system and the air conditioning was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11732459","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the contact's daughter was reversing, the rear-view camera seized. The contact's vehicle crashed into a vehicle that was parked behind the contact's vehicle. No injuries","quote_3_odi":"11716980","quote_3_text":"My backup camera began malfunctioning in November 2025. Initially, the image became distorted, and shortly after, the screen went completely blank with a message instructing me to contact the dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-seat-component-defects","label":"Seat component defects: headrest, motor, heater","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11612612","quote_1_text":"I have a 2024 Ford Edge SEL. The issue is the the driver front and passenger front head rests. The head rest is only adjustable up to down, not forward or back","quote_2_odi":"11589192","quote_2_text":"The drivers side power seat motor appears to be malfunctioning. When the seat is moved, the motor makes a grinding/vibrating noise. It appears to be a defective motor","quote_3_odi":"11627554","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while using the front driver's side seat heater, the seat heater failed to function as intended and burned the contact's lower back. The contact received medical attention for the burn at the emergency room","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Edge","model_slug":"edge","cluster_id":"ford-edge-2024-transmission-shudder-gear","label":"Transmission shudder and unintended gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747514","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shudders especially under 40mph. Dealer advised that the torque converter is bad","quote_2_odi":"11716880","quote_2_text":"Transmission failing less than 5,000 miles after having the transmission serviced at a dealership. Transmission shuddering and refusing to go into gear","quote_3_odi":"11584048","quote_3_text":"The contact rented a 2024 Ford Edge. The contact stated while parked uphill and shifted into reverse, the vehicle violently moved forward. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal for the vehicle to reverse; however, the vehicle continued to roll forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/edge","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-automatic-transmission-shift","label":"Automatic transmission shifting and gear-selection failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11124076","quote_1_text":"ONE DAY I WAS DRIVING HOME ON THE INTERSTATE AND THE O/D OFF LIGHT STARTED FLASHING & IT ACTED LIKE IT DIDN'T WANT TO CHANGE GEARS AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"11140701","quote_2_text":"GEAR SHIFT LEVER STUCK IN PARK- VEHICLE STARTS RUNS FINE CAN NOT GET OUT OF PARK. HAD BEEN DIFFICULT SEVERAL TIMES BUT GOT IT WORKING AFTER SEVERAL EPISODES OFF AND ON NOW STUCK","quote_3_odi":"11581658","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle independently downshifted and the vehicle failed to accelerate above 30 MPH. The vehicle was shaking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11035535","quote_1_text":"FOR THE LAST 2 MONTHS I HAVE BEEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND MY CAR WILL STALL OUT WHEN I COME TO SLOW DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY. MY CAR HAS STALLED OUT WHILE EXITING THE HIGHWAY ABOUT 4 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11092680","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STARTS UP FINE AND IDLES WITH NO PROBLEMS. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE IN MOTION, THE ENGINE WILL STALL AND START OVER AND OVER OR WILL STALL OUT COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"11521932","quote_3_text":"Stalled out while driving down hwy. At 70 mph. Cars swirved and I almost got hit from behind due to my vehicle just cutting out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-front-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe and control arm corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11011765","quote_1_text":"RUST CAUSED THE SEPARATION OF THE LOWER CONTROL ARM FROM THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PRIMARILY USED IN A SALT-BELT STATE","quote_2_odi":"11196927","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUBFRAME FRACTURED WHILE TURNING THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT. THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY STOPPED AND ONE OF THE TIRES BECAME DETACHED","quote_3_odi":"11577074","quote_3_text":"The right lower control arm separated from the subframe due to subframe rust. It caused loss of handling and rendered the car immobile","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-power-steering-failure","label":"Sudden loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11025470","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING ABILITY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT, AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, STATED THAT THE IDLER PULLEY BOLT FRACTURED IN HALF AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO OVERHEAT IMMEDIATELY","quote_2_odi":"11065559","quote_2_text":"POWER JUST CUT OUT ON HIGHWAY WHILE GOING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH. NO STEERING, NO BRAKES. NO POWER. ALL WARRING LIGHTS ABLAZE, BUT NO WARNING BEFOREHAND!","quote_3_odi":"11300509","quote_3_text":"THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING SYSTEM FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT INVOLVING OTHER VEHICLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-rear-wheel-well-corrosion","label":"Rear wheel well and shock mount corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11011191","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT CAR USED. SHOCKTOWER RUSTED OUT.NOT REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11257262","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A REALLY LOUD CLUNKING ON THE REAR. I FIGURED IT WAS POTENTIALLY A BROKEN SHOCK. IN THE PASSENGER REAR WHEEL WELL WHERE THE SHOCK BOLTS TO THE FRAME WAS COPLETELY RUSTED OUT","quote_3_odi":"11521928","quote_3_text":"My rear passenger side rusted right out completely and the strut mount is not attached to any part of the body","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2005-service-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss of resistance and travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1584,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11031925","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (TOMMIE VAUGHN FORD, 1201 N SHEPHERD DR, HOUSTON, TX","quote_2_odi":"11265404","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC","quote_3_odi":"11702633","quote_3_text":"I had no brakes, petal went all the way to the floor. I shifted into drive to pull forward. The car wouldn’t stop petal just went right to the floor, had very little resistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2008-engine-stall-stop-safely-now","label":"Engine stall with 'Stop Safely Now' warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2417,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11415124","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SHOW A MESSAGE SAYING \"STOP SAFELY NOW\" AND STARTS STALLING AND THEN SUDDENLY TURN OFF BY ITSELF. IT CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING IN FREEWAY OR THE STREET","quote_2_odi":"11637731","quote_2_text":"The vehicle frequently shuts down with a stop safely now light displaying on the dash. Gives maybe a 5-10 second warning before the vehicle is immobile","quote_3_odi":"11750029","quote_3_text":"While driving over 60 MPH the car will begin to say the engine is hot and sometimes without warning going to stop safely now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2008-eps-torque-sensor-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure (torque sensor)","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":142,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":2417,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11718770","quote_1_text":"The power steering started going out at low speeds and eventually just stopped working. The car keeps saying power steering assist fault. The power steering no longer works","quote_2_odi":"11724880","quote_2_text":"The power steering torque sensor went out. It was recalled, the repair was made, but the part is failing again. It is creating a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11713467","quote_3_text":"The electronic power steering stopped working and it is almost impossible to move or turn the car. Dashboard shows fault","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2008-regen-brake-hcu-failure","label":"Regenerative brake failure with pedal to floor (HCU)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":2417,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11460451","quote_1_text":"The HCU fails causing the car to have little to no braking power while driving, at random times. There is a loud grind coming from the front right.. Happens only when it is warm","quote_2_odi":"11420424","quote_2_text":"MY ABS brake warning and my regular brake light come on and go off occasionally with a warning that says \"Regen Brake System Disabled\"","quote_3_odi":"11447324","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape Hybrid. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2008-shift-lever-bushing-rollaway","label":"Transmission shift-lever bushing failure enabling rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2417,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11530546","quote_1_text":"Vehicle rolled backwards due to defective trans shifter bushing on transaxle end","quote_2_odi":"11688812","quote_2_text":"The gear shift bushing failed . I was lucky . Drive into driveway on a hill. Went to shift to park and the lever started to act like it wasn’t connected and started rolling backwards","quote_3_odi":"11538871","quote_3_text":"Car was parked on street with a slight downward slope behind it. It was turned off and placed in \"Park\". It rolled backwards down the street and hit a utility pole which caused it to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2008-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and underbody corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":2417,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11618752","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic for a tire rotation, and the contact was informed that the subframe was rusted","quote_2_odi":"11496813","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the passenger’s side shock absorber had penetrated the trunk. Additionally, the front driver’s and passenger’s side control arms and subframe members were severely corroded","quote_3_odi":"11457142","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the front frame detached from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2009-abs-module-brake-failure","label":"ABS module failure causing brake pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1692,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11484976","quote_1_text":"ABS Module failure. This is a major issue with these cars and it is extremely dangerous and should be recalled","quote_2_odi":"11515098","quote_2_text":"The incident took place on 12/12/22 while driving at about 40-45 mph a truck pulled out Infront of me causing me to unexpectedly break","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2009-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1692,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11738281","quote_1_text":"On several occasions my 2009 Ford escape xlt completely died as I was driving 1. On the highway at 60mph I had to pull over and restart vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11546886","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will stop running instantaneously. car will restart after several seconds. No engine warning light so there are no codes to read","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2009-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":153,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1692,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11492489","quote_1_text":"Ford Motor Company \"Ford\" is recalling certain model year 2008-2011 Ford Escape and Mercury Mariner vehicles manufactured August 18, 2006, through September 11, 2010","quote_2_odi":"11690968","quote_2_text":"The electric power steering assist has gone out, and now I have no power steering which makes turning difficult","quote_3_odi":"11719859","quote_3_text":"Power steering quit working. It would go in and out then just stopped all together. I see there is a recall however my vehicle isn't included but is experiencing the same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2009-subframe-frame-rust","label":"Subframe and frame rail rust-through","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1692,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11723370","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2009 Ford Escape. The contact stated that there was severe rusting and rot on the frame rail","quote_2_odi":"11445590","quote_2_text":"The front sub frame rusted out on the passenger side. The is a 1inch by 5 inch hole in the sub frame","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2010-brake-loss-abs-module","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":2127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11653497","quote_1_text":"Brakes go all the way to the floor, barely could stop. No accident happened. It's very scary to even drive it anymore. I have taken it to 3 shops, 2 of the 3 say it's the ABS module","quote_2_odi":"11501184","quote_2_text":"There is an ABS breaking valve that sticks and the ABS module needs to be replaced. This is happened on my car and is not under the recall but it's the same model as the 2010 Ford fusion and the same part","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2010-engine-cradle-subframe-rust","label":"Engine cradle and front subframe rust perforation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11510030","quote_1_text":"Front SUB- FRAME RUSTED IN 2 ON RIGHT LOWER SIDE. Right lower control arm bushing pulled out of arm. Driving on highway car without warning jerked off the road. Could have killed everyone in the car had it collided with anything","quote_2_odi":"11476383","quote_2_text":"Component: Engine Cradle/Front Subframe - (9L8Z-5C145-A) Large holes rusting in it on passenger side. Mechanic recommends replacement as otherwise hole could weaken the structure to the point it breaks, control arm could pop out","quote_3_odi":"11585915","quote_3_text":"Engine cradle rusted out. It was replaced and I have the old part. Problem was detected using the vehicle for a short drive at residential speed. If the part had failed on the freeway an accident may have occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2010-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":107,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":2127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11722654","quote_1_text":"Electric power steering failure. Complete loss of steering. Module in steering column failure. Cost me $4000.00 for repairs","quote_2_odi":"11698913","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact attempted to turn the steering wheel to the right to exit the highway, the contact was unable to turn the steering wheel. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stopped the vehicle and turned","quote_3_odi":"11696468","quote_3_text":"Electric Power Steering system failure related to the torque sensor. An unexpected loss of steering while driving. I was driving on the I95 on my way to work when all of a sudden I lost the ability to steer the car. It took all the strength I had to pull over to the shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2010-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission slip, fluid leak, and unexpected power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11524909","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle jolted and then lost motive power. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle, with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11475877","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle rolled forward. Additionally, the vehicle was leaking transmission fluid. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle would jump forward while driving","quote_3_odi":"11456648","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was in Park, the transmission would slip. The vehicle would move without the parking brake being deactivated. The contact researched and found a possible failure with the Park retention pin","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2011-abs-brake-failure","label":"ABS module failure affecting brakes","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1316,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11663653","quote_1_text":"The contact's husband owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where a diagnostic test determined that the wheel sensors needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11607855","quote_2_text":"The brakes completely failed and I was unable to stop the car except by turning up hill and applying the emergency brake. I had it repaired by Ford in Bangor and it turned out that the ABS module had failed","quote_3_odi":"11532268","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2011-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak with cabin fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1316,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11667381","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the fuel tank was leaking and there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11657740","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the odor of fuel was present inside the cabin of the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a crack in the fuel tank which caused the fuel leak","quote_3_odi":"11631781","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Escape. The contact stated that upon approaching the vehicle, the contact observed gasoline leaking underneath the fuel tank. The contact became aware of a crack in the gasoline tank seal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":146,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1316,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11731331","quote_1_text":"For months my vehicle has had intermittent loss of power steering making it nearly impossible to control direction. On Jan. 29, 2026, I ran into the back of a vehicle that stopped suddenly and due to sudden power steering loss, I wasn't able to swerve and avoid collision","quote_2_odi":"11693094","quote_2_text":"My young daughter lost control of our 2011 FORD HYBRID ESCAPE vehicle with 94770 miles after starting the vehicle on moving off. She crashed into the sidewalk to avoid hitting pedestrians. ALL ELECTRIC POWER STEERING ASSISTANCE was lost","quote_3_odi":"11702115","quote_3_text":"My power steering has failed five times in the last year. Yes, my vehicle is available for inspection. The power steering went out on me while I was driving, making it very hard to turn my steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2011-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe and shock tower corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1316,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11756851","quote_1_text":"I went for an oil change and my mechanic found that the subframe/cross member assembly was almost rusted through. Very dangerous. Needs to be replaced. Found out this is very common with the Ford Escape model of these years. Will cost thousands to repair","quote_2_odi":"11654991","quote_2_text":"While driving down road, vehicle suddenly pulled right and started shaking the steering wheel and started making grinding noises. The steering wheel was now off by several degrees in order to drive straight. Luckily this occurred at a low speed and not at highway speed","quote_3_odi":"11536199","quote_3_text":"Subframe rusted only on passenger side front where the weld is to hold/ support the passenger front wheel. It snapped and wheel was completely free/ had no control over it and causing the front axle to snap","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-brake-failure","label":"Loss of braking function and ABS warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11554009","quote_1_text":"2012 Ford Escape-while driving the red triangle brake indicator warning light comes on as well as the check brake system indicator light, it beeps and the car feels like it doesn't want to stop at times","quote_2_odi":"11463178","quote_2_text":"The caliber on our front wheel drive 2012, right wheel of the Escape overheated and locked up almost causing an accident. After taking it to be repaired (this time not a Ford dealer), the mechanic said the caliber got so hot that it melted the brake pad","quote_3_odi":"11341195","quote_3_text":"WITHIN THE PAST 2 YRS THE ABS HAS GONE OUT COMPLETELY ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. HAD TO COAST TO A STOP. VERY DANGEROUS AND TRAUMATIZING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel leak or odor from fuel tank and delivery module","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11713853","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, there was a strong fuel-like odor entering the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11430749","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the fuel delivery module had expanded and leaked fuel while refueling. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the fuel delivery system was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11680083","quote_3_text":"Gas tank leaking fuel around the joint where the fuel filler hose connects to the tank. It is NOT leaking at the hose connection but is leaking where the fitting connects/enters the tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11739497","quote_1_text":"No power steering hard to turn left and right","quote_2_odi":"11696458","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the steering wheel locked. The contact used force to turn the steering wheel while driving to the residence. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11565895","quote_3_text":"Power steering failed on my 2012 Ford Escape multiple times, without warning, or any indication light. To fix it required the car to be turned off and on again, which is difficult if you are actively driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt failure to latch or retract properly","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11415824","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 FORD ESCAPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT 20-35 MPH, WHEN HE CHOKED ON FOOD AND PASSED OUT, WHICH THEN CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO HIT A TELEPHONE POLE","quote_2_odi":"11289348","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD ESCAPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT LATCH FAILED TO LOCK AND SECURE THE SEAT BELT BUCKLE","quote_3_odi":"11181354","quote_3_text":"SEAT BELT FAILS TO REMAIN LATCHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-subframe-rust-corrosion","label":"Subframe and frame rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11693844","quote_1_text":"Took my mothers car to the Ford dealership for inspection. Upon inspection the mechanic told us that the subframe is rotted out and that it is not safe to drive which is why there was issues with steering and tire leaning due to control arm coming off subframe","quote_2_odi":"11646554","quote_2_text":"My sub frame on the right-side front has rusted completely out and needs to be replaced to drive it safely","quote_3_odi":"11470986","quote_3_text":"Unknown. Both rear wheel wells are rusting away. Chunks of this falls off while I’m driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body fault causing stalling or sudden acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11611368","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while pulling into a parking space the vehicle suddenly accelerated hitting a parking sign causing it to fall and hit another vehicle. Then the vehicle crashed into another parked vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11278709","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 FORD ESCAPE SUDDENLY LOSES POWER WHEN DRIVING. IT HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS ALMOST REAR ENDED. I GOOGLED THE SYMPTOMS AND FOUND THAT IT IS PROBABLY THE ETB ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY","quote_3_odi":"11230611","quote_3_text":"MY 2012 FORD ESACPE KEEPS STALLING WHILE I AM DRIVING AND FORD DEALERSHIP SAYS THERE IS NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. I AM A 68 YEAR OLD WIDOW AND THIS IS MY ONLY MEANS OF TRANPORTATION. IT HAS DONE THIS 5 TIMES IN LESS THEN A MONTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2012-transmission-shifter-failure","label":"Transmission failure and shifter malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":598,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11463093","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle on an inclined road and turning the engine off the vehicle erroneously rolled down the hill and crashed into a tree","quote_2_odi":"11469603","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle failed to shift from 2nd to 3rd without force. The contact also stated she had to depress the accelerator pedal for the vehicle to change gear","quote_3_odi":"11197324","quote_3_text":"THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IN MY ESCAPE XLT AWD HAS FAILED AT 142,742 MILES. DEALER AND TRANSMISSION SHOP HAVE ADVISED THAT TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REBUILT OR REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11720378","quote_1_text":"Engine Coolant Intrusion. During normal operation coolant leaks into the engine cylinders causing power loss and eventual overheating once the coolant system runs out of coolant. This prompts an emergency shutoff of the vehicle into \"limp mode\"","quote_2_odi":"11650348","quote_2_text":"Internal coolant leak into cylinder","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-door-latch-failure","label":"Door and liftgate latch failure in transit","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11756415","quote_1_text":"The system that failed was the rear passenger door latch. The door will not latch and I checked the door latch and it moves freely. My vehicle also is telling me that my rear passenger door is open","quote_2_odi":"11606541","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the rear liftgate door erroneously became unlatched and opened. The contact later discovered that the rear liftgate locking mechanism was faulty and the liftgate door would not remain","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire during operation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11753713","quote_1_text":"Car caught fire in engine, near transmission","quote_2_odi":"11697081","quote_2_text":"The car caught on fire from the engine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-steering-assist-fault","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11620479","quote_1_text":"In reverse, Steering locks up without warning, then the steering assist fault message comes up","quote_2_odi":"11614690","quote_2_text":"I get a steer assist fault code, and loose power steering at random points. It is very dangerous and almost crashed twice","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and control arm corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11606587","quote_1_text":"A wheel bearing is unsafe to drive on. Yes my safety and those in the car with me has been at risk. The problem was confirmed by a Ford Dealership and has been inspected by a suspension tech. There was no light in the dashboard or anything to notify me of this issue","quote_2_odi":"11713847","quote_2_text":"Purchased this ford escape for our granddaughter with in the last 2 years as a used vehicle and during a recent visit to a local ford dealer for another issue, they noticed the rear subframe crossmember had rust holes across it. Not sure if it is unsafe to drive due to the main","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and shift-cable bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2749,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11724640","quote_1_text":"Transmission stopped working. It completely disengaged and i was unable to move the vehicle in the middle of an intersection. This created a potentially fatal breakdown","quote_2_odi":"11640338","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V413000 (Power Train). The vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure or inverted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11755939","quote_1_text":"1. My backup camera is malfunctioning. 2. I use it for visual safety when I put my car in reverse. 3. The back up camera either does not work or it shows the image upside down","quote_2_odi":"11699957","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to activate while the vehicle was in reverse(R)","quote_3_odi":"11686654","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R), the rearview camera image was flipped upside down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine coolant intrusion into cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11719788","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has suffered four (4) catastrophic engine failures due to \"coolant intrusion\" into the engine cylinders, a known defect in this model year","quote_2_odi":"11702975","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a warning light for the low coolant level was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11667119","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the coolant level was low; however, there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure to secure or latch","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11752356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side door failed to latch or lock as intended","quote_2_odi":"11716291","quote_2_text":"On 10/12/2025, we noticed the driver's side rear door would not latch properly while shopping","quote_3_odi":"11664654","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the driver's side rear passenger’s door independently opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Engine stall from fuel system fault","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11758108","quote_1_text":"When im driving sometimes it stalls. I give it gas and car wount go. It only idles","quote_2_odi":"11713983","quote_2_text":"Stalls when tank is 1/2 full. With only 2-3 seconds warning, engine light goes on I loose all power","quote_3_odi":"11695314","quote_3_text":"My vehicle stalls while driving or after pumping fuel and I frequently have to \"fart\" it is the only thing I can describe it as","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-instrument-cluster-electrical","label":"Instrument cluster and ABS module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11759721","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost ABS functionality, and the instrument panel was blank","quote_2_odi":"11701320","quote_2_text":"ABS braking not functioning, Power steering failure , speedometer and odometer failure, Air Bag indication of non function","quote_3_odi":"11678864","quote_3_text":"The ABS, Anti-lock braking sytem symbol came on about 3 or 4 months ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-steering-assist-fault","label":"Electric power steering assist fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11753384","quote_1_text":"While driving the steering wheel stopped returning to center when in turns and also would occasionally get \"stuck\" in the turn","quote_2_odi":"11737679","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle was started, the steering wheel was impossible to turn. A message on the dash showed “Steering assist fault, Service required”","quote_3_odi":"11666800","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became very difficult to turn in either direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure or slipping out of gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11760815","quote_1_text":"When I was about to park, the transmission failed. I couldn’t reverse, and it got stuck in Neutral","quote_2_odi":"11741902","quote_2_text":"My in city driving car has had it's transmission fail and continues to not be drivable","quote_3_odi":"11737851","quote_3_text":"Car started to pull moving out of 1st gear into 2nd. Took to a shop to have the issue diagnosed, shop states torque converter is failing and taking the transmission with it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2015-camera-recall-parts-wait","label":"Rearview camera recall remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1045,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11743042","quote_1_text":"Ford is not providing parts to fix safety recall 25SA9 / NHTSA Recall 25V695. Our backup camera has been displaying “rear view camera is unavailable” for months. Notices went out in October and they STILL do not have parts available to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11728854","quote_2_text":"In October 2025, I received notice of the recall related to my vehicle. However, prior to receiving this notice, in September 2025, I opted to have my local Ford Dealership replace the camera because I felt very unsafe without the feature after becoming accustomed to it","quote_3_odi":"11750127","quote_3_text":"Backup camera recall has been since October 2025 and they have not stocked the parts since. I feel that that has been excessively long","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2015-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1045,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11749149","quote_1_text":"I have coolant intrusion into cylinder 3, pressure in the coolant tank, white smoke from the exhaust. I had code that indicated misfire in cylinder 3. I have taken it to Ford dealer and they did a diagnostic and stated the engine needs replaced","quote_2_odi":"11735077","quote_2_text":"Vehicle loses coolant over time and requires periodic refilling. There is a medium white smoke puff from exhaust on startup after the vehicle has been sitting for a few hours. Smoke disappears after initial startup. No constant smoke while driving","quote_3_odi":"11716419","quote_3_text":"Service engine warning light came on. When checked, coolant was found to be leaking into cylinder 3 due to the engine block being porous. Service center said they see this a lot in this particular engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2015-rearview-camera-blank-image","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":104,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1045,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11744784","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R), the rear-view camera went black, displayed a black screen with a triangle with the message \"Contact Ford\" displayed. Additionally, there were fragmented lines, or the camera displayed an inverted image","quote_2_odi":"11739349","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera displayed a blank screen. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the contact was reversing out of the residential driveway. The contact's vehicle crashed into the contact's nephew's vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11702063","quote_3_text":"My car's backup camera screen goes blue then black with message saying camera unavailable when I am in the middle of backing up my car. I literally almost hit a family passing at grocery store because of this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2015-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Shifter cable bushing detachment","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1045,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11739036","quote_1_text":"The gear shifter cable became detached from it’s mount located under the air filter in the engine bay and stranded the driver at a gas station after she turned off the vehicle until she was able to use the gear release to shift the car into neutral and start the car","quote_2_odi":"11679598","quote_2_text":"The shift cable bushing on my 2015 Ford Escape failed, causing the gear shifter to appear in \"Park\" when the transmission was actually in a different gear. This posed a significant safety risk, as the vehicle could roll unexpectedly","quote_3_odi":"11680658","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that her husband checked under the hood and became aware that the shifter cable was loose and applied pressure, and the contact was able to shift into drive(D) and drove the vehicle back to the residence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2015-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and loss of gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1045,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11726878","quote_1_text":"Going uphill and suddenly transmission starts slipping and pump is suddenly whirring loud. No urgent lights or dash messages. Drove it a little further (i was already super close to my destination) and within a minute the car is violently jerking","quote_2_odi":"11720951","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure in traffic. Just stopped engaging the gears. Transmission has failed and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11708742","quote_3_text":"During normal operation while backing out of a parking space, the vehicle unexpectedly slipped out of the drive gear immediately after I shifted from reverse to drive. There were no warning lights, messages, or prior symptoms indicating a potential issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-camera-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Back over prevention recall parts on backorder","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11748704","quote_1_text":"Since receiving the recall notice, I have repeatedly contacted Ford dealerships to schedule the repair. However, I have been told that the replacement part is not available or that there is still no remedy available","quote_2_odi":"11749231","quote_2_text":"When I called Chapman Ford again today, I was told the part was still unavailable for the Escape and was only being supplied for Mustangs","quote_3_odi":"11750356","quote_3_text":"There has been a recall, 25SA9, for over a year for the backup camera on this car. There is no date as to when it will be fixed and the camera is non functional now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11743854","quote_1_text":"My car overheated repeatedly and it was diagnosed by Liberty Ford Aurora Ohio to be caused by Coolant Intrusion. I was quoted a price of more than $11,000.00 to replace the engine","quote_2_odi":"11703276","quote_2_text":"Escape has developed water intrusion in cylinder #2 of the 2.0 ECOBOOST engine, with under 80,000 miles. continued driving of the car could cause overheating due to low coolant and potential motor seizing","quote_3_odi":"11719312","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that coolant was leaking into the engine because of a fault in the engine block. The engine needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-display-and-audio-module-failure","label":"Display screen and audio module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11707015","quote_1_text":"A Ford dealer diagnosed internal failures in the APIM and Audio Control Module (ACM). The APIM was replaced and programmed, but audio did not return until the ACM was also replaced","quote_2_odi":"11740639","quote_2_text":"The contact stated Instrument display went out. warnings are being indicated but not able to see the warning as well as mileage due to the instrument panel being blank","quote_3_odi":"11728251","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the display screen unexpectedly rebooted on and off even after the vehicle was shut off. Due to the failure, the battery was drained. The battery was replaced three times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11749602","quote_1_text":"While driving the car, the electronic power assist steering stopped working, making it extremely difficult to steer and drove straight into a curb. Was able to slowly back the car up then very carefully drove to the local shop","quote_2_odi":"11714084","quote_2_text":"Steering went out suddenly and i was unable to move my steering wheel in the middle of driving. I had no warning lights or other symptoms before losing steering","quote_3_odi":"11751800","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message \"Power Steering Assist\" was displayed. The vehicle was restarted, and the message was no longer displayed, and the vehicle operated normally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-rearview-camera-image-failure","label":"Rearview camera blank, inverted or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11753009","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera does not work at times and when it does the image is distorted and discolored and it is also upside down","quote_2_odi":"11728850","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse (R), the rear-view camera image was either upside down, blank, or distorted. The vehicle was taken a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear-view camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not…","quote_3_odi":"11751670","quote_3_text":"The rear camera first started failing intermittently, and now occurs constantly. The camera goes black on the screen. I nearly backed into a child in a grocery store parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2016-transmission-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Transmission failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1063,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11719229","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed at 83000 miles with no warning or prior issues. I was driving home from work and the vehicle completely stalled out in traffic. Had it towed to a shop and was quoted nearly the cost that the vehicle is worth to have the transmission replaced","quote_2_odi":"11721979","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while in a drive-through and attempting to shift into drive to move forward, the transmission remained in neutral, causing the vehicle to jerk. The contact was able to roll into a nearby parking space, and the vehicle came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11715299","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed. This is the third transmission in this car, which only has 130,000 miles and has been well-maintained","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2017-auto-start-stop-shutdown","label":"Auto Start-Stop system unexpected shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11749796","quote_1_text":"Vehicles auto start stop malfunctions and turns car off at red light. Message states to shift to park and then to press ignition","quote_2_odi":"11731444","quote_2_text":"The vehicle shuts off unexpectedly while driving and fails to automatically restart, displaying “Auto Start/Stop – Manual Restart Required” and “Shift to Park.”","quote_3_odi":"11720114","quote_3_text":"When driving, the car has stopped 4 times in the last 3 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":170,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751777","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the coolant level was low. The check engine warning light and the oil warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11749719","quote_2_text":"Coolant intrusion in cylinder #4. Documented in Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 21N12. Requires engine replacement. Vehicle has 40k miles","quote_3_odi":"11720854","quote_3_text":"2017 Ford Escape SE 2.0L critically malfunctioned on my way home from work due to coolant intrusion. The engine started sputtering, a warning came on the dash, and lost all acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2017-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior lighting water intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11736745","quote_1_text":"All 4 tail lights are filled with water, therefore they stopped working due to corrosion","quote_2_odi":"11732317","quote_2_text":"Low beam headlight bulbs fail consistently every 90-120 days","quote_3_odi":"11733187","quote_3_text":"My low beam headlights for the past year burn out every 4 to 6 weeks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"ford-escape-2017-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11749784","quote_1_text":"The car developed a sudden metalic rattle noise and with no service indication lights on the dash. It was immeaditley serviced by the local Ford dealership and diagnosed as a cracked flex plate in the drivetrain after just 51,000 original miles","quote_2_odi":"11717672","quote_2_text":"Vehicle transmission failed at 60k miles and again at 146k miles. Had to pay around $4000 each time the transmission broke","quote_3_odi":"11716299","quote_3_text":"In January 2025, my 2017 Ford Escape experienced a sudden and unexpected transmission failure at approximately 69,500 miles while the vehicle was in operation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2018-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":127,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)","source_complaint_count":1668,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11741776","quote_1_text":"1.5 L eco boost engine FORD- COOLANT INTRUSION, cylinder 3 misfire, check engine light at 59,800 miles - known defect by Ford- needs new engine. Some models recalled but not this one (?? Why??). Cannot safely drive this vehicle. Problem diagnosed by dealer[ as well as by…","quote_2_odi":"11697293","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Ford escape has the 1.5 liter ecoboost engine which is well documented to have a coolant intrusion issue into the cylinders resulting in the vehicle needing a new engine. The check engine light came on last week and started to run roughly. I brought the vehicle to my…","quote_3_odi":"11705396","quote_3_text":"My 1.5L engine in my 2018 ford escape has a coolant leak which is a known problem in these cars according to the internet. There was a CSP from ford (19B37) which I did January 3, 2020 which is supposed to stop this from happening My ca does not qualify for CSP 21N12 according…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2018-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)","source_complaint_count":1668,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11708882","quote_1_text":"The engine failed after only 73,000 miles while I was driving the car. The car lost power suddenly and almost caused me to have an accident. I took the vehicle to the dealer and it requires the entire engine be replaced because of a known engineering defect noted in TSB 19…","quote_2_odi":"11717003","quote_2_text":"Engine Failure - available for inspection Safety was at risk when the vehicle died multiple times on the highway and I was told that there was no issue by ford. The dealership understand the problem now that the check engine light is staying on. No inspection other than by…","quote_3_odi":"11737407","quote_3_text":"Engine stopped and made me come to a stop on a busy rd. Car warning came on saying it was overheating. After taking to mechanic I find out it was due to a Ford known coolant intrusion issue on the 1.5L eco boost. This happened at 103000 miles. Ford is a worthless company…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2018-overheating-coolant-loss","label":"Engine overheating and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)","source_complaint_count":1668,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11701070","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Ford Escape equipped with a 1.5L ecoboost engine purchased new with 33,000 miles, experienced overheating, white smoke from the exhaust and extreme vibration which became undriveable. It was towed to a Ford dealer who determined it had coolant in the sparkplug holes…","quote_2_odi":"11713415","quote_2_text":"Engine began overheating. Noticed that the coolant was empty. Filled filled it with coolant to the max mark. In about two days and began to overheat again. This is when I found out that they had an engine designed flaw for the 2 L eco-boost. The block would crack, and Ford…","quote_3_odi":"11704428","quote_3_text":"TEMPERATURE GAUGE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND TEMPERATURE SHOT UP TO RED LINE. WAITED ON SIDE OF ROAD FOR 20 MINUTES TO COOL DOWN THEN RETSARTED AND DROVE 10 MINUTES BACK TO MY WORK AND TEMP GAUGE REMAINED IN NORMAL TEMP AREA. EXPLAINED TO MY MECHANIC AT WORK..HE CHECKED IT OUT…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1668 total)","source_complaint_count":1668,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11701051","quote_1_text":"On 10/17/2025, my transmission stop working properly after driving fine for 145,000 miles. This seems to be a common occurrence with this year and model for the Escape. The transmission is an automatic and stopped going in the drive gear on the highway. I was able to get the…","quote_2_odi":"11705611","quote_2_text":"Had vehicle in shop for axle repair, as soon as I got home transmission went out when I was about to turn onto a main road with 2 kids in my car. My car felt like it was in neutral but it wasn’t. Barely got back to my parking spot. Seeing this is a common issue with my car and…","quote_3_odi":"11710190","quote_3_text":"Received transmission fault error while driving the car (car was in motion). Car could not accelerate despite appkying pressure to the accelerator. Car failed to to shift while car was in motion. Vehicle stalled 3 times on the date indicated. Had vehicle diagnosed at a ford…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"EcoBoost coolant intrusion and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":120,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)","source_complaint_count":537,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740871","quote_1_text":"Coolant intrusion on the cylinders due to a manufacturing issue with the Ford Ecoboost 1.5L engine manufactured between 2017-2019. This issue warrants a total engine replacement and the vehicle is currently at a Ford dealership. This can cause total engine failure while driving…","quote_2_odi":"11669775","quote_2_text":"Presence of coolant in the engine cylinders, Ford has it as a known issue but won't issue a full recall. Causing cylinder misfires. Needs new engine. Ford design flaw!","quote_3_odi":"11664194","quote_3_text":"At 100k miles the engine needs to be replaced for coolant intrusion. Its a 10,000 dollar repair.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2019-electric-power-steering","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)","source_complaint_count":537,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714103","quote_1_text":"Electric power steering failed and the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The power steering unit failed while driving down a curvy highway in Kenai Burrow, Alaska. I took the vehicle to the local Ford dealer and dropped said vehicle off. The service tech stated…","quote_2_odi":"11656174","quote_2_text":"Electric power steering failing at 35000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2019-rear-seat-belt-webbing","label":"Rear passenger seat belt webbing failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)","source_complaint_count":537,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724483","quote_1_text":"Rear right passenger seatbelt came apart at the webbing. When my granddaughter tried to buckle her seatbelt it came apart in her hands. This has been confirmed by the dealer, it appears to have been severed but there has been no accidents.","quote_2_odi":"11723859","quote_2_text":"Right side rear passenger seat belt malfunction as it won't retract and when pulling it around your body there is no resistance as it just hangs loose.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2019-rearview-camera","label":"Rearview camera image loss","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)","source_complaint_count":537,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11663356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black, almost causing the vehicle to strike a pedestrian. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure. Additionally, the contact stated that the…","quote_2_odi":"11686078","quote_2_text":"My backup camera stops working sporadically. I saw a report that certain Ford vehicles were recalled but my vehicle is not included.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 537 total)","source_complaint_count":537,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11671564","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious transmission failure in my 2019 Ford Escape SEL with only 86,000 miles. The vehicle began exhibiting signs of transmission malfunction, including whining noises and delayed acceleration. Upon inspection, the mechanic found metal shavings in the…","quote_2_odi":"11655594","quote_2_text":"I purchased my 2019 escape October 2019 brand new from the dealership we paid for the extended warranty of 100,000 miles I'm at 103,541 and now have transmission issues. I called ford and they said the can't do anything. It cases me to not be able to accelerate, and then the…","quote_3_odi":"11684392","quote_3_text":"Transmission has been replaced 4 times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-awd-module-fault","label":"All-wheel-drive module fault and warning lights","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11725946","quote_1_text":"Awd module fault seeing a lot of other owners having same issue of awd module breaking and causing awd to not function","quote_2_odi":"11722514","quote_2_text":"System failures with lights and warnings include: hill start assist, All wheel drive fault, precollision assist, advanctrac. Rear differential and AWD module had to be replaced. Car has 57,000 miles on it and is a 2020. Safety is put at risk with a failing rear differential…","quote_3_odi":"11711878","quote_3_text":"The AWD module failed with less than 60,000 miles on the vehicle. I live in the Northeast and we get some brutal weather, especially snowstorms. I believe this part should be under a broader recall as it was the same grounding issue as reported in the other current recall for a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-door-hinge-weld-cracking","label":"Door hinge weld cracking and popping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11720712","quote_1_text":"Both front doors started making a severe cracking noise and are difficult to open and close. The popping noise grows more severe with time. The problem has caused major functions with the entire door alignment to include the driver's side windows to malfunction, refusing to go…","quote_2_odi":"11719432","quote_2_text":"Drivers side door is popping/cracking. Upon reasearching I found numerous others complaing of the same problem","quote_3_odi":"11712425","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to open the driver's front door, and the inside plastic door hinge and rivets detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-fuel-injector-fire-recall","label":"Fuel injector crack and under-hood fire risk recall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735100","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the remedy was not yet…","quote_2_odi":"11736866","quote_2_text":"There has been an active recall on this vehicle for around a year for fuel injectors leaking on the top of the engine and potentially causing a fire. Since this is a turbocharged engine, that risk of fire is significant if fuel does leak.","quote_3_odi":"11727576","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-panoramic-sunroof-shade","label":"Panoramic sunroof shade sagging and blocking rear view","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11730747","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the sunroof shade was loose, bouncing, and sagging while opening the sunroof. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was determined that the part needed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11725863","quote_2_text":"The fabric covering for the sunroof detached and is now sagging down so that you can not see out the rearview mirror.","quote_3_odi":"11731714","quote_3_text":"Panoramic roof, sunshield, coming off track and drooping which blocks the rear window. This causes a safety issue of not being able to see what is behind you while you're driving.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-seat-belt-airbag","label":"Seat belt buckle and air bag faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729034","quote_1_text":"The drivers seat belt buckle lactch has broke. The part of the buckle that latched the seatbelt has broken and fallen down into the buckle therefore the drivers seat belt can not be worn. This is a huge safety issue and is also illegal. The seat beat and buckle should be…","quote_2_odi":"11719042","quote_2_text":"For months, I have had restraints indicator lamp warning, specifically for the driver seatbelt buckle sensor circuit, as well as one notification for a fault with the occupant classification system which includes air bags and safety belt buckle pretensioners. It is going to cost…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-transmission-shifting-failure","label":"Transmission shifting failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736758","quote_1_text":"The transmission on my 2020 Ford Escape has an internal fault code and is not shifting into 6th gear. It is an unsafe issue due to it cannot be driven on highways because it throws the vehicle into limp mode. It was diagnosed at a Ford dealership and Ford is refusing to cover…","quote_2_odi":"11715223","quote_2_text":"Shuddering transmission, vehicle struggles to change gears smoothly resulting in loss of acceleration. Rough gear changes from 1-3 gears Transmission fluid changed. Same issues. Issues go in hand with the current class action lawsuit of Ford Escape and Ford Focus over…","quote_3_odi":"11729966","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that after shifting to reverse(R), the vehicle failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2020-windshield-wiper-motor","label":"Windshield wiper motor inoperative","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1437 total)","source_complaint_count":1437,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733933","quote_1_text":"The component that has failed is my front windshield wiper motor causing visibility issues. It has been confirmed by a service technician. No it has not been inspected by the police only by an auto shop. No it was not any warning. It was raining I turned on wipers and it…","quote_2_odi":"11722470","quote_2_text":"Wiper started going at a regular pace even when the speed was set to max or slow now the wiper won't go up. Looks like the wiper motor has gone bad and this seems to be the same issue with the recall put in place recall number 26s14.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-coolant-loss","label":"Engine coolant loss without visible leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11643209","quote_1_text":"2021 Ford Escape 1.5L 19,502 miles Coolant loss with no visible leaks","quote_2_odi":"11615139","quote_2_text":"My coolant exploded while in the middle of the road, engine stopped accelerating. Warning light turned on right as acceleration was reduced to nothing. No prior warning & temp gauge was normal it's I lost acceleration. Had to turn on hazards to warn cars behind me…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-door-check-arm-welds","label":"Driver door check arm weld failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11574185","quote_1_text":"Driver door check arm bracket welds broke in door","quote_2_odi":"11584241","quote_2_text":"The door check system on the door assembly of my Ford Escape is attached to the body by three spot welds. These welds have come off and now it's not possible to lower the window. I was in a situation where I had to open the door to adjust my mirror on the road,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-fuel-injector-recall","label":"Fuel injector recall remedy delay and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11696274","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall 25V467 was issued in July 2025. It has been over 3 months of constant fear for under-hood fire from possible fuel injector crack. My family's safety has been at risk long enough, this needs a permanent fix please!","quote_2_odi":"11716152","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The gasoline odor was stronger while stopped in traffic. The windows were opened to lessen the odor inside the cabin…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shade","label":"Panoramic sunroof shade detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11736409","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof shade disconnected from the clips that holds it in place to allow it to be opened and closed. It is now rolled up in the car so the sunroof is always exposed and cannot be reconnected without a full replacement according to the dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11711675","quote_2_text":"The retractable panoramic sunroof cover snapped out of it's clips while I was driving and the shade fell over my head. After reading about this online, numerous consumers have had this exact problem.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-phev-battery-shutdown","label":"PHEV high-voltage battery shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11729031","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle shut off and lost electrical power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined…","quote_2_odi":"11735408","quote_2_text":"I am filing this safety complaint on behalf of myself and my wife, [XXX] , the primary driver of our 2021 Ford Escape PHEV, with active under Recall 25SC4 (no remedy available). The vehicle has experienced 8+ sudden complete shutdowns during normal driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-reverse-brake-noise","label":"Brake noise when reversing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11634055","quote_1_text":"I have had a problem with a loud moaning noise from the brakes when placing the car in reverse. I have reported this and had my car into the Ford dealer on the following occasions: December 28, 2022, November 24, 2023, March 5, 2024, June 6, 2024 and October 16, 2024…","quote_2_odi":"11587006","quote_2_text":"Almost every single time I back up my brakes make an awful noise. I've had the brakes looked at and nothing is wrong with them, I have read numerous articles about other people having this same issue with their 2021 Ford Escapes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-transmission-shudder","label":"8F35 transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11739303","quote_1_text":"THIS FORD 2021 ESCAPE HAS A SERIOUS TRANSMISSION SHUDDER. IT RELIABLY WILL DO IT AT APPROX 13-15 MPH. APPROX 27-30 MPH. ABOUT 33-35 MPH. THE RATTLE, SHUDDERING ACTS AS IF THE TRANSMISSION IS GOING TO DO SOMETHING DANGEROUS…","quote_2_odi":"11747555","quote_2_text":"transmission bucking jerking lurching at low speeds. dangerous in stop and go traffic. hard 3rd gear shift. ford refused to remedy.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2021-underhood-fire","label":"Underhood engine fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11620311","quote_1_text":"While accelerating at a stop light I heard a thud in the hood of my car and then it started to smoke so I pulled off the road and turned off vehicle but the car caught fire and the entire front end burned.","quote_2_odi":"11621350","quote_2_text":"I see no recalls for 2021 Ford Escape SEL AWD 2.0L. Vehicle was parked next to house under carport all day and owner smelled smoke. Looked out house window and seen front of vehicle on fire and catching house on fire. The fire department put it out but the vehicle was a total…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Rearview camera malfunction (back-over prevention)","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11669182","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the rearview camera was displaying a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed...","quote_2_odi":"11666235","quote_2_text":"The rearview backup camera no longer functions at all. Upon putting the car in reverse, I receive a black screen with glitching colors for a few seconds that turns completely black and gives me an error stating rearview camera is unavailable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-door-check-hinge-failure","label":"Driver door check-arm and hinge bracket failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 to 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11739849","quote_1_text":"Failed door check attachment point on driver side. Door has issues when opening and closing.","quote_2_odi":"11614877","quote_2_text":"Check Arms spot welds on driver door completely gave out. My door is creaking popping. Door feels like its going to fall off. It literally happened from one day to the next.","quote_3_odi":"11649514","quote_3_text":"Driver door door check bracket separating from housing assembly. No wreck or accident with vehicle. May be the spot welds on the door bracket assembly which have, apparently, demonstrated issues for this year make model of Escape. I contacted the nearest Ford Dealer with a body shop...","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-fuel-injector-defect","label":"Fuel injector cracking and engine fire risk","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2023-02 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743915","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchasing my 2022 Ford Escape, I began experiencing hesitation during acceleration, loss of power, RPM fluctuations, loud howling and whining noises, grinding noises, exhaust-related rattling, coolant bubbling, and a strong sulfur/rotten egg odor.","quote_2_odi":"11721960","quote_2_text":"The Incident: While traveling at highway speeds on a public freeway, the engine suffered a catastrophic failure and stalled without warning. This caused an immediate loss of propulsion, power steering, and power braking.","quote_3_odi":"11742976","quote_3_text":"Recall 25S76 manufacturer recall ID 25V467 NHTSA recall ID has been pending with an unavailable remedy for almost a year. I find this an unreasonable amount of time for this type of recall as this is a big safety issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-rear-brake-noise","label":"Brake noise when reversing and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-04 to 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11729903","quote_1_text":"Warning message appeared on dash as I was braking. Reduced braking power. I had pushed on brake pedal almost to the floor & missed turning at a corner. My car also makes noise upon backing up each day.","quote_2_odi":"11674494","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while reversing, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found.","quote_3_odi":"11577317","quote_3_text":"The brakes failed completely, the pedal touched the ground. It is currently getting inspected a ford dealership. The vehicle was unable to stop causing it to crash into my house. This could out the driver and passengers are risk if it occurred on a main road or highway.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-sunroof-shade-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof shade detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-04 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11726306","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sun roof shade came loose and dropped down. Ford dealer wants $1400 - 1700 to fix it. I purchased Ford premium extended warranty for $3500. Warranty claim denied because they claim it was made of fabric which is not covered. What a scam.","quote_2_odi":"11701236","quote_2_text":"The 2022 Ford Escape has an optional \"Panoramic Vista View\" sunroof with shade. This is a very large/long shade. A bar breaks in the sunroof mechanism that falls down onto the shade. This part could intrude into the cabin.","quote_3_odi":"11582018","quote_3_text":"My panoramic sunroof cracked with no signs of impact at all and once i open the car the sunroof exploded apart.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2022-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and unexpected shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-06 to 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 220 total)","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747565","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudders and hesitates during low-speed operation, typically around 10-15 mph. Condition occurs repeatedly during normal driving and feels like slipping or delayed engagement. Transmission fluid was replaced, but the problem persists.","quote_2_odi":"11727291","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission slipped out of gear while attempting to accelerate. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not...","quote_3_odi":"11656934","quote_3_text":"The transmission will not select the gear. The selector in the engine bay will not select the gear. The local dealership in Cullman diagnosed it as the entire transmission and disclosed to us that they do not run diagnostics for specific parts, they replace the entire transmission at a cost of $9500.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-12v-battery-electrical","label":"12V battery drain and electrical system no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648588","quote_1_text":"On October 7, 2023 I tried to start my vehicle and the battery was drained/dead. This continued through January of 2024, and I received a new battery. I thought the problem was fixed. Not so, and it has continued throughout the past two years. My vehicle will go into Deep Sleep Mode at different times…","quote_2_odi":"11660957","quote_2_text":"12v battery system failure to keep 12v battery that boots operating system of car charged. This leads to a vehicle that cannot be started or moved unless jump started. This has happened daily, and sometimes multiple times a day, requiring a jump pack to get the car to turn on.","quote_3_odi":"11569144","quote_3_text":"Engine does not start or crank. It is available for inspection upon request. Pregnant wife and child were left stranded in the cold until I could pick them up. Problem has occurred on three separate occasions: 6/29/23 - No DTCs generated, Ford dealership did not do any work…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-adas-sensor-failure","label":"ADAS sensor and adaptive cruise control malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610436","quote_1_text":"At any random time, all sensors fail. Blind spot systems, parking sensors, pre-collision assist, front camera fault, cross traffic system, cruise control, lane assist, auto headlights. Returned to the dealership multiple times, with no resolution. All sensors continue to fail, with no immediate fix available…","quote_2_odi":"11657822","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the Adaptive Cruise Control altered the speed after detecting the number on the Minnesota county road sign ending in the number 5. The Adaptive Cruise Control was changed without warning. The vehicle gradually accelerated after the failure.","quote_3_odi":"11669387","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds with the Adaptive Cruise Control Mode engaged, the vehicle failed to respond as needed after another vehicle pulled in front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked and decelerated, and then revved up and accelerated unintendedly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-engine-overheating-head","label":"Engine overheating and cylinder head failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11582667","quote_1_text":"Within a block of my wife pulling out of our apartment complex onto a 55mph highway to travel to work in the morning, the vehicle had several lights on the cluster illuminate and indicated that it was overheating and went into limp mode. She was able to move to the shoulder and call me…","quote_2_odi":"11554794","quote_2_text":"Shortly after purchasing this, my daughter was driving it and the check engine light came on and it said it was overheating. The dealer was contacted and it was taken in for repairs. We got it back and was told that it was a broken wire in the wiring harness and they ordered a new harness…","quote_3_odi":"11551709","quote_3_text":"When passing vehicles, on 3 occasions it throws codes that says that the engine has an engine overheated issue, service asap, and goes into a limp mode which does not give you any time to get to safety before your speed is dropped below 55 mph…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-infotainment-camera-apim","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and backup camera failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741427","quote_1_text":"Beginning on or around February 2026. I began experiencing a series of recurring, intermittent, and worsening failures with the rearview camera and the Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) that controls it. These failures render the backup camera system unreliable or completely non-functional…","quote_2_odi":"11638922","quote_2_text":"While driving on an interstate, the Instrument cluster / digital gauge cluster screen behind my steering wheel turned off. I was driving with my adaptive cruise control on when all of a sudden I see the screen go black and I was no longer able to see how fast the car was going…","quote_3_odi":"11638297","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the back-over prevention camera screen went to a blue screen. The contact stated that while driving, the camera turned on and the image was shown. The camera was unavailable, and a message to contact the dealer was displayed.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-phev-hv-battery-recall","label":"Plug-in hybrid high-voltage battery recall delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702158","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid has experienced repeated high-voltage battery safety issues and prolonged loss of intended function. In February 2025, Ford notified me under recall 24S79 that I must immediately stop charging the vehicle due to the risk of internal battery cell short…","quote_2_odi":"11708505","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is under a second recall for the High Voltage Battery potential fire hazard. The first recall lasted 7 months before a potential fix. The second recall was issued in November with no fix available yet. Received second recall identical to first recall indicating a fire risk with no apparent fix…","quote_3_odi":"11745757","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V789000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the unrepaired recall repair was an inconvenience because the battery could only be charged to 80-percent.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2023-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission internal failure and rebuild","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740355","quote_1_text":"2023 Ford Escape with approximately 80,000 miles. While traveling home, vehicle started shifting violently making loud bang. Lost acceleration while traveling on a two-way roadway with no shoulder. Vehicle would shift violently and allow acceleration momentarily and then would again lose acceleration…","quote_2_odi":"11702397","quote_2_text":"The transmission had an internal failure that caused metal fragments to end up in the transmission fluid and caused failure. The vehicle will not drive and required the transmission to be rebuilt","quote_3_odi":"11747401","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH the \"WRENCH Icon\" was illuminated and the message \"Service Gear Shifter\" and the vehicle began to rapidly reduce speed. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the shoulder of the highway road and the vehicle stalled…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2024-12v-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery replacement and electrical drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-01","quote_1_odi":"11703065","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle has its 4th 12 volt battery since we purchased the car in March, 2024. The first indication that battery is defaulting is the interior lights do not light when driver or passenger door is opened. The 4th battery was installed on Oct. 7, 2025, after car sat for 3 1/2…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2024-adas-driver-assist-faults","label":"ADAS driver-assist faults (BLIS, Pre-Collision, Park Aid, Front Camera)","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-01","quote_1_odi":"11663680","quote_1_text":"Blind spot fault, Pre-collision assist fault, Cross-traffic system fault warning icons appeared on dashboard in June 2024. Been to the Ford service dept. four times with no resolution.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-01","quote_1_odi":"11684389","quote_1_text":"Was in a rear end collision and the driver window and leg airbags deployed, but the steering wheel airbag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2024-engine-stall-misfire","label":"Engine stalling and misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-01","quote_1_odi":"11718952","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has been stalling for several months. I have taken to the dealership multiple times and it is still not fixed. Since the last visit at the service department it has done this 5 times. Twice today. It has done this multiple times crossing the interstate.","quote_2_odi":"11647511","quote_2_text":"The car would act like it would die or cut off after idling for a while at a drive thru or school pick up. Took the car twice to the dealership they couldn't replicate it. Then the car died and shut off in the middle of a busy intersection at a red light. I was nearly hit head…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2024-infotainment-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-01","quote_1_odi":"11729255","quote_1_text":"Instrument screen went black. Was unable to power screen back on. Noted screen was hot to touch. After about 5 min screen powered back on by itself.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-adas-erroneous-engagement","label":"Forward collision and lane departure erroneous activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-06-27 → 2025-06-27","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669703","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the Forward Collision Avoidance system engaged erroneously. Additionally, the contact stated that while attempting to switch lanes at highway speeds, the Lane Departure Assist…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-electrical-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 26V091000 parts unavailability delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03-02 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746792","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11721811","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Escape. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-engine-cooling-recall-stall","label":"Engine stall and recall 26V122000 parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03-26 → 2026-04-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727254","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel, the vehicle stalled. The failure also occurred while making a turn from a complete stop. The vehicle was restarted. There was no warning light…","quote_2_odi":"11728831","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Escape.  The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and depressing the brake pedal, the engine revved up unexpectedly.  Additionally, more effort was needed to depress the brake pedal, causing the braking distance to become extended","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"1.5L EcoBoost head gasket coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08-29 → 2026-05-24","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739774","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle in mid April 2026 with 9,500 miles. It has the 1.5L Ecoboost engine. I drove the car for 3,000 miles and noticed the coolant was at ‘minimum’ and wondered why a car with so few miles is using coolant. I took the car to my dealer and they confirmed coolant…","quote_2_odi":"11684816","quote_2_text":"Car experienced intermittent check-engine light accompanied by  \"lugging\" and inability to accelerate quickly, especially when driving uphill. I felt this was safety related because highway driving in heavy traffic often calls for the ability to accelerate suddenly to merge or…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-hood-latch-windshield","label":"Hood latch release and windshield strike","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-26 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743429","quote_1_text":"While driving, the hood of my vehicle flew up and broke my windshield and caused damage to body by the hood hinge on both sides. There were no warning lamps or signals that warned me that the hood was loose. I had limited visual to pull over and close the hood. Fortunately I was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-instrument-cluster-display","label":"Digital instrument cluster display loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08-02 → 2026-08-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754326","quote_1_text":"The digits no longer display on the speedometer gauge of the electronic dashboard. Digits on the high voltage battery discharge and charging gauge also do not display. Given those failures, I have concerns about warning lights that may not be working.  The lack of proper speed…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Escape","model_slug":"escape","cluster_id":"escape-2025-turn-signal-audibility","label":"Turn signal audible indicator low volume","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10-13 → 2026-03-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698285","quote_1_text":"Turn Signal is barely audible when turning.  If the radio is on, or at higher speeds on the highway, it is impossible to hear the turn signal.  Sometimes, you may miss hit the turn signal when changing lanes, and may not actual signal, when you meant to","quote_2_odi":"11693058","quote_2_text":"Audible sound from turn signal too low","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/escape","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-ac-system-failure","label":"A/C compressor or blower system failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11482932","quote_1_text":"Interior A/c blower motor short. A/c stops and starts by itself with smell of wiring melting or burnt","quote_2_odi":"10618319","quote_2_text":"COMPRESSOR FAILED AND SENT METAL SHAVINGS THROUGHOUT ENTIRE SYSTEM. THIS REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF COMPRESSOR, RECEIVER DRYER, AND EXPANSION MODULES. THESE PARTS ARE ON A NATIONAL BACK ORDER FROM FORM, WHICH INDICATES THIS IS A MASSIVE PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11432724","quote_1_text":"Drivers side airbag did not deploy when the car was in an accident. The passenger side did even though there was no passenger. Both sensors went off","quote_2_odi":"10863168","quote_2_text":"I WAS T-BONED BY A PICKUP TRUCK WHO RAN A STOP SIGN, COMBINED SPEED OF COLLISION WAS A HUNDRED MPH. ALL AIRBAGS WERE DEFLATED. I HAD LACERATIONS TO MY HEAD AND EYE CONSISTENT WITH IMAGES OF THOSE CAUSED BY TAKATA AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-aluminum-panel-paint-bubbling","label":"Paint bubbling on aluminum body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10629968","quote_1_text":"PAINT IS BUBBLING ON LIFT GATE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10653982","quote_2_text":"THERE ARE 3 SPOTS SO FAR THAT HAVE BUBBLED UP ON THE HOOD AND TAILGATE OF MY VEHICLE. IT'S STILL UNDER WARRANTY TILL 06/15 BUT FORD REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-engine-stall-shutoff","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11082425","quote_1_text":"EXPEDITION SHUT OFF RANDOMLY, TOOK TO DEALER TOLD WAS FINE AND 2 DAYS LATER WHILE MY WIFE AND 3 KIDS WERE DRIVING. ENGINE FAILED WHILE DRIVING. NO LIGHTS ON DASH OR WARNING. LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MILES AND HOUR. NEEDS NEW ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10967266","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE SEIZED UP WITHOUT WARNING AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 117,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-headrest-angle","label":"Front headrest angle tilted too far forward","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2011-02","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10370417","quote_1_text":"I JUST WANT TO REPORT HOW UNCOMFORTABLE THE HEADREST IN THE FORD EXPEDITION ARE. THEY ARE TILTED WAY TO FAR FORWARD. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10362423","quote_2_text":"HEADRESTS FOR DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEATS ARE AT AN ACUTE INWARD ANGLE FORCING IMPROPER SITTING POSITION IN SEAT AND POINTING THE HEAD DOWNWARD. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rolls away after being shifted to park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10465100","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK AND THE KEYS WERE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION, THE VEHICLE ROLLED FORWARD AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_2_odi":"10342312","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPEDITION. WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED ON AN INCLINE, THE GEAR SHIFT WAS IN REVERSE; HOWEVER, IT RESPONDED AS IF IT WERE IN PARK. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BANK OF ROCKS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-power-window-motor-failure","label":"Power window regulator or motor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11258661","quote_1_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO ROLE MY WINDOW UP WHILE DRIVING AND IT STOPPED WORKING. THE WINDOW WILL NOT ROLL UP OR DOWN AND IS STUCK OPEN. THE MOTOR MAKES A CLICKING SOUND. WINDOW IS NOT OFF TRACK EITHER","quote_2_odi":"10985088","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STANDSTILL, THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS FAILED TO OPEN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2010-transmission-shift-slip","label":"Transmission shifting and slipping while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10395197","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 HAS JUMPED OUT OF GEAR 4-5 TIMES AND MOST RECENTLY IT JUMPED OUT AND I MISSED THE BRAKE AND HIT THE GAS --THE SUV RAN INTO A BUILDING CAUSING ABOUT 6-8K IN DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"10423820","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SEVERELY SLIPS WHEN DOWNSHIFTING FROM OVERDRIVE...ONLY HAPPENS AFTER DRIVING FOR 2 OR MORE HOURS. HAVE HAD IT IN 3 TIMES, BUT DEALER ONLY WOULD DOCUMENT IT ONCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11566568","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the locking assembly on the driver’s side door was frozen and failed to operate as designed","quote_2_odi":"10904721","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOB FAILED TO UNLOCK THE DOORS INTERMITTENTLY. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY PAD LOCATED ON THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPERATE","quote_3_odi":"11288164","quote_3_text":"DOOR CLOSED SENSOR IS FAULTY AND SOUNDS LIKE THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH FORD BUT A RECALL WON'T HAPPEN TILL MORE PEOPLE COMPLAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-engine-ticking-failure","label":"Engine ticking noise and premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11518155","quote_1_text":"The engine is blown at 125k miles when all servicing and maintenance was done at the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11300000","quote_2_text":"CAMSHAFT ROLLER BEARINGS SEIZED AND SCORED THE CAMSHAFT, REQUIRING A TOP END REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE HAD LESS THAN 95000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10782177","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE SHOOK UNCONTROLLABLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-headrest-angle-neck-pain","label":"Headrest angle causing neck and back pain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2013-11","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10512019","quote_1_text":"THE STANDARD HEADREST IN THE 2011 FORD EXPEDITION PROTRUDES FORWARD SO MUCH THAT I CANNOT SIT WITH MY BACK AND SHOULDERS LEANING TO THE BACK OF THE SEAT WITHOUT PUSHING MY HEAD FORWARD, CAUSING UPPER BACK AND NECK PAIN","quote_2_odi":"10432546","quote_2_text":"DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER HEAD RESTS AT VERY ACUTE ANGLES. WITHOUT ALTERING THE HEAD RESTS IT APPEARS ANY CRASH IMPACT WOULD CAUSE BOTH DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEVERE INJURY","quote_3_odi":"10434416","quote_3_text":"SEVERE NECK PAIN DUE TO DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER HEAD RESTS IN 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. THE EXTREME ANGLE OF THE FRONT HEADRESTS IN THE NEW FORD EXPEDITIONS CAUSE EXCESSIVE STRESS AND STRAIN ON THE NECKS OF INDIVIDUALS OCCUPYING THESE SEATS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-liftgate-paint-bubbling","label":"Paint bubbling and peeling on aluminum liftgate and hood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11019583","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT FINISH ON THE REAR LIFTGATE HAS SEVERAL \"BUBBLING\" AREAS AND HAS STARTED TO FLAKE OFF IN SEVERAL AREAS. THIS ISSUE WAS FIRST NOTICED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN 5 YEARS OLD","quote_2_odi":"10934681","quote_2_text":"VISIBLE CORROSION AND BUBBLING PAINT ON ALUMINUM REAR LIFT GATE","quote_3_odi":"10823102","quote_3_text":"PAINT BLISTERING/BUBBLING ON ALUMINUM HOOD AND TAILGATE, FORD REPAINTED SAYING IT WAS TOTALLY REPAIRABLE. SIX MONTHS LATER IT IS BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Aluminum-shell lug nut swelling and torque failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11459499","quote_1_text":"While getting tires replaced (Discount Tire), the representative pointed out that the aluminum-shelled lug nuts had swollen and become so deformed that the correctly sized socket could not be used","quote_2_odi":"11456962","quote_2_text":"2 piece lug nuts swelled creating a dangerous situation where the lugs were extremely difficult to remove","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-rear-glass-failure","label":"Rear window and sunroof glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11024170","quote_1_text":"ON 8/21/17, THE LATCHING BACK WINDOW OF OUR 2011 FORD EXPEDITION BLEW OUT WHILE MY HUSBAND WAS PARKING ON A PRIVATE LOT. WE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING, AND THE GLASS BLEW OUT, NOT IN","quote_2_odi":"10862735","quote_2_text":"REAR WINDOW BLEW OUT. MY FAMILY AND I WERE DRIVING HOME FROM A ROAD TRIP AND HAD PULLED INTO OUR HOME. EVERYBODY GOT OUT AND WE SAYING STANDING BY THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. WE HEARD A BANG FROM THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11207976","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON AN EXIT RAMP AND THE SUNROOF SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2011-transmission-stall-limp-mode","label":"Transmission stall, limp mode, and sudden downshift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11722361","quote_1_text":"Hard, delayed, jump from idle when accelerator is pressed. Hard shift from park to reverse","quote_2_odi":"11132042","quote_2_text":"WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 78MPH, THE REAR TIRES ON OUR 2011 EXPEDITION SUDDENLY LOCKED UP, SKIDDING THE TIRES AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO FISHTAIL SHE HAD NO CONTROL OF STEERING OR ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10469977","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-air-suspension-failure","label":"Rear air suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10576990","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE REAR AIR SUSPENSION FAILED ABRUPTLY CAUSING THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE TO BOTTOM OUT","quote_2_odi":"10706513","quote_2_text":"REAR SUSPENSION FAILED, AND THE REAR DROPPED GOING 45 MPH DOWN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10809077","quote_3_text":"COULD HEAR A LOUD METAL TO METAL GRINDING SOUND. FINALLY HAD THE EXPEDITION TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. 3 STRUTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL AS THE SHOCKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-brake-fluid-abs-failure","label":"Brake fluid loss and ABS sensor failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11679636","quote_1_text":"ABS CPU control system. Error Code B1342-EC. Antilock braking system electronic control unit defect","quote_2_odi":"11458800","quote_2_text":"My wife backed my vehicle out of the garage and began her drive to work. She stopped a few times at stop light through town before she got to the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11045910","quote_3_text":"MULTIPLE TIMES REPLACING BRAKE PADS, ROTORS AND CALIPERS IN UNDER A YEAR AND 7,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-electrical-fire-risk","label":"Electrical short and under-vehicle fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11543010","quote_1_text":"I was driving regularly down the road when I noticed the smell of electrical fire","quote_2_odi":"11064338","quote_2_text":"CUSTOMER COMPLAINED OF THE VEHICLE STALLING. TESTING FOUND AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE FUEL SUPPLY AND DELIVERY SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10663647","quote_3_text":"SMELLED A BURNING PLASTIC SMELL FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-seat-headrest-discomfort","label":"Seat headrest angle and seat heater or cooler overheating","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2014-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10489194","quote_1_text":"THE HEADRESTS FOR THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS ARE QUITE UNCOMFORTABLE","quote_2_odi":"10664062","quote_2_text":"NECK PROBLEMS DUE TO ANGLE OF HEAD REST WHILE BREAKING, I AM 6'5'. THE EXISTING HEADREST IS A DANGEROUS DESIGN AND NEEDS TO BE FIXED","quote_3_odi":"10455859","quote_3_text":"AFTER PURCHASING A 2012 FORD EXPEDITION, WE DISCOVERED THAT, WHEN RUNNING THE SEAT A/C, THE MOTOR INSIDE THE SEAT OVERHEATS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-tailgate-paint-corrosion","label":"Tailgate paint bubbling and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11507158","quote_1_text":"Metal corrosion on the back liftgate is allowing water to leech into the electrical connections to the back camera, causing it to intermittently not work leading to complete failure eventually","quote_2_odi":"10865542","quote_2_text":"HAVE RUST BUBBLES ON INSIDE BOTTOM OF REAR LIFT GATE. TOOK TO DEALER AND WAS TOLD THIS IS COMMON PROBLEM WHERE LIFT GATE WAS NOT MANUFACTURED PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"10818219","quote_3_text":"PAINT BLISTERS ARE STARTING TO APPEAR ON REAR LIFT GATE WHERE THE HANDLE IS ATTACHED. DEALER HAS INDICATED THAT THIS IS CORROSION DUE TO THE ALUMINIUM MATERIAL THAT THE LIFT GATE IS MADE OF AND POOR PREP WORK OR CONTAMINATION FROM THE FACTORY PAINT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-transmission-downshift","label":"Unintended transmission downshift and lead frame failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11720153","quote_1_text":"While exiting the freeway at approximately 45 to 50 mph, the transmission downshifted to 1st gear locking up the tires","quote_2_odi":"11425032","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the vehicle independently down shifted to first gear causing both rear tires to lock up","quote_3_odi":"11416159","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED INTO 1ST GEAR, RPMS REVVED UP, SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING, PUSHING THE GAS PEDAL TEMPORARILY HAD NO EFFECT, \"FUEL LEVEL LOW\" LIGHT CAME ON AND \"TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT\" LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10619402","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNINTENDED AND UNEXPECTED. SPEED WAS UNCONTROLLABLE","quote_2_odi":"10487785","quote_2_text":"STOPPED AT 0MPH. WITNESS IN CAR BEHIND. FOOT ON BRAKE. TOUCHED ACCELERATOR NORMALLY. HEARD NOISE. CAR TOOK OFF AT HIGH SPEED. HIT WALL APPROX TWENTY FEET AWAY. BOTH FRONT AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-54l-engine-failure","label":"5.4L engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11682595","quote_1_text":"On or about [XXX], with no warning or indication of problem the vehicle experienced what was determined to be a catastrophic internal engine failure, with only 93840 miles","quote_2_odi":"11475011","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power without warning","quote_3_odi":"11231252","quote_3_text":"THE NUMBER FOUR SPARK PLUG ISSUE WITH THE 5.4L V8 ENGINE AND PHASER CAUSED MY ENGINE TO FAIL. THIS IS THE SECOND FORD VEHICLE THAT I HAVE OWNED THAT THIS HAPPENED TO AND FORD HAS DONE NOTHING TO RESOLVE THIS LONG KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE PHASERS AND NUMBER FOUR SPARK PLUGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure and seal rupture","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11579923","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the driver's side and the passenger's side roof air bags were deployed; however, the front driver's side air bag failed to deploy, causing the contact to hit her face and her head against the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"10956060","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE \"T-BONED\" ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11538844","quote_3_text":"The airbag case/seal is ruptured and splitting in the center of the steering wheel and looks like it will self-deploy on its own. Their airbag warning light is NOT illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-cruise-control-self-engage","label":"Cruise control self-engagement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11118392","quote_1_text":"CRUISE CONTROL SELF ENGAGES AND ACCELERATES. TAPPING BREAK OR PRESS THE OFF SWITCH WILL DEACTIVATE, BUT CRUISE WILL CONTINUALLY SELF ENGAGE","quote_2_odi":"11019916","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING (SPEEDS RANGING FROM 25MPH- 70MPH) THE CRUISE CONTROL ON OUR 2013 FORD EXPEDITION LIMITED EL WILL SELF ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-dash-wiring-fire","label":"Under-dash electrical wiring fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11579872","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling in the daughter's driveway, a mist was present coming from the vents, and moments later the horn activated and flames were seem coming from under the front passenger side dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11362136","quote_2_text":"WHEN TURNING THE CAR ON THE FRONT AIR CONDITIONER VENTS WON'T BLOW MOST OF THE TIME. IF THE WIRING UNDER THE DASH ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS TAPPED/BUMPED IT WILL THEN START BLOWING. IT STOPS BLOWING AND STARTS BLOWING AGAIN WHEN BUMPED. THE WIRING GETS HOT","quote_3_odi":"10716867","quote_3_text":"WHOLE CAR BURNT WITHIN LESS THAN 5 MIN, AIR CONDITION WAS WORKING FRONT BLOWER STOPPED WORKING, SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM DASHBOARD, RAN OUT OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-front-strut-leak","label":"Front strut fluid leak and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10903779","quote_1_text":"BOTH FRONT STRUTS LEAKING FLUID AFTER ONLY 36,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10816811","quote_2_text":"LEFT FRONT STRUT FAILED LOSING CHARGE AND CAUSING UNSAFE STEERING AND SUSPENSION MOVEMENT WITH LESS THAN 31K MILES. RIGHT REAR STRUT FAILED SHORTLY AFTER. FORD STATES THIS IS A KNOWN SAFETY ISSUE BUT NO RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10915789","quote_3_text":"THE STRUTS WERE REPLACED AT 26,344 ON 6/30.16 AND NOW IN OCTOBER 2016 THE NEW ONES ARE ALSO LEAKING OIL AND NOT WORKING. I DRIVE ON PAVED ROADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Lug nut swelling and seizing","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11481322","quote_1_text":"Lug Nuts cannot be removed due to defective design. Impossible to properly maintain tires or to remove wheel in case of roadside emergency","quote_2_odi":"11434668","quote_2_text":"During a recent oil change and tire rotation, my mechanic advised the lug nuts on my tires needed to be replaced due to swelling and distortion","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2013-transmission-downshift-leadframe","label":"Transmission downshift and molded leadframe failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11206499","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 FORD EXPEDITION TRANSMISSION UNEXPECTEDLY DOWNSHIFTS TO A LOWER GEAR WITHOUT INPUT FROM THE DRIVER CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SLOW DOWN SUDDENLY WITHOUT WARNING, OR THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT UP TO A HIGHER GEAR WHEN ACCELERATING","quote_2_odi":"11671030","quote_2_text":"We were going down a road around 60 mph and with no warning or symptom the car downshifted from 6th to 1st gear. This caused the rear end to lock up causing the tires to squeal and spin the car around sideways in the road","quote_3_odi":"11566073","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission molded leadframe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10786612","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE AT A STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10822195","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AND REAR-ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE, VEERED TO THHE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HAD TO RUN THROUGH AN IRON GATE TO AVOID INJURIES TO PEDESTRIANS AND ULTIMATELY CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_3_odi":"11270942","quote_3_text":"TRAFFIC ON HWY CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP FROM AROUND 60 MPH. I APPLIED THE BRAKES VERY HARD AND CAME TO A SAFE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-battery-terminal-corrosion","label":"Positive battery terminal corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11403984","quote_1_text":"POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL CORRODES, RESULTING IN NEED TO REPLACE BATTERY TERMINALS FREQUENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11290917","quote_2_text":"THE POSITIVE BATTERY TERMINAL KEEPS CORRODING CAUSING THE TERMINAL TO MELT","quote_3_odi":"11290932","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY TERMINAL FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-blower-motor-fire","label":"Blower motor electrical fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11525229","quote_1_text":"Fire while engine on /off exactly as described in NHTSA campaign 22V648000, Ford Recall Campaign 22S56","quote_2_odi":"11490337","quote_2_text":"Air conditioner stopped working; we pulled to side of street and shut engine off","quote_3_odi":"11522426","quote_3_text":"My A/C went out, but began coming on and shutting off. I drove from my home to work, approximately 6 miles, and parked in the parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-seatbelt-chime-failure","label":"Front passenger seat belt warning chime failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10630176","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN A PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT, THE WARNING CHIME DID NOT ACTIVATE WHEN THE PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT WAS NOT LATCHED","quote_2_odi":"10781216","quote_2_text":"OWN A 2014 FORD EXPEDITION. WHEN A PASSENGER IS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT, THE WARNING CHIME DOES NOT ACTIVATE WHEN THE PASSENGER'S SEAT BELT IS NOT LATCHED","quote_3_odi":"11474753","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Expedition. The contact stated the front passenger’s side seat belt sensor and rear seats seat belt sensors were inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-strut-oil-leak","label":"Front and rear strut oil leaks","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11322810","quote_1_text":"OUR 2014 FORD EXPEDITION HAS DEFECTIVE SHOCK ABSORBERS WHICH LEAK OIL","quote_2_odi":"11048707","quote_2_text":"ALL 4 OF OUR STRUTS HAVE A SLOW LEAK AND NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11359912","quote_3_text":"IN 2015 LEFT FRONT STRUT FOUND TO BE LEAKING AT 3/3/2015 AT APPROX 10,00 MILES REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY BUT ONLY THAT STRUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2014-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected downshift from 6R80 transmission lead frame","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11621560","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission downshifted to first gear unexpectedly, causing the rear tires to lock-up","quote_2_odi":"11556283","quote_2_text":"P0722 code stored in power train control module. Intermittent output shaft speed sensor failure","quote_3_odi":"11525734","quote_3_text":"My mother in law contacted me and stated her 2014 ford expedition’s transmission felt like it was failing. I drove same the next day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11091234","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON A HIGHWAY. HEAVY FRONT END DAMAGE. NO DEPLOYMENT OF AIRBAGS","quote_2_odi":"11550623","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 - 65 MPH, another vehicle struck the contact's front driver's side, causing the contact's vehicle to spin","quote_3_odi":"10910600","quote_3_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A MAJOR FRONT END COLLISION YESTERDAY THAT IS MOST LIKELY RESULTING IN TOTALING MY BRAND NEW CAR. MY ENTIRE FRONT END IS DEMOLISHED AND FRAME WAS DEFINITELY EFFECTED AS CAR DOORS COULDN'T EVEN BE OPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-aluminum-body-corrosion","label":"Aluminum body panel corrosion at hood and liftgate","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10958490","quote_1_text":"2015 FORD EXPEDITION WITH 20,000 MILES HAS GALVANIC CORROSION ON ALUMINUM HOOD AND ALUMINUM REAR HATCH DOOR AND ROOF WELD CRACKS. FORD HAS KNOWN ABOUT THIS PROBLEM SINCE THE YEAR 2000 NOTED IN TSB 16-0028","quote_2_odi":"10970348","quote_2_text":"OUR 2015 FORD EXPEDITION WITH 20,000 MILES IN CALIFORNIA HAS ALUMINUM BODY CORROSION ON THE FRONT HOOD AND REAR TAILGATE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11230643","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD EXPEDITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS CORROSION ON THE LIFTGATE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-backup-camera-recall-parts","label":"Rearview camera failure pending recall parts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723403","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed the message \"Camera Unavailable - Please Contact Dealer\" was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11698004","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_3_odi":"11394738","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA BECOMES BLURRY AND SILL DISTORTED. WHY ARE ONLY NEW FORD EXPEDITIONS RECALLED FOR THIS PROBLEM?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-blower-motor-wiring-harness","label":"Blower motor wiring harness melting with burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11556566","quote_1_text":"Smelled smoke, then a small amount of dark smoke was noted to be coming from A/C vents I pulled over & turned off car The smoke stopped","quote_2_odi":"11483984","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the blower motor failed, causing the defroster to become inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11533339","quote_3_text":"AC stopped and vehicle smelled of burning and smoke. Contacted dealer to have recall 22S56 completed and advised the dealer that the blower motor resister and harness appeared to be melted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake fluid loss from master cylinder or booster","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11463874","quote_1_text":"I started my vehicle and the brake warning light and alarm came on. I checked to see if the E-brake was disengaged, which it was not engaged. I pressed the brake pedal and it immediately went to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11340969","quote_2_text":"OUR VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TOTAL FAILURE OF THE BREAK MASTER CYLINDER AND BREAK BOOSTER. THIS WAS DUE TO BREAK FLUID LEAKING INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER FROM THE MASTER CYLINDER, DEPLETING THE BREAK FLUID RESERVOIR RENDERING THE BREAK SYSTEM COMPLETELY INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"11586973","quote_3_text":"For the second time the front brake calipers on my 2015 Ford Expedition have locked up causing premature brake pad and rotor failures, causing the rotors to turn blue because they got so hot, therefore causing my brakes to fade and coast into the intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Sudden loss of power / limp mode with wrench warning","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11624656","quote_1_text":"I was driving and going around 45mph when the wrench warning light came on and I lost the ability to accelerate. The car could only coast","quote_2_odi":"10904700","quote_2_text":"THE THROTTLE BODY HAD A COMPLETE FAILURE AT AN INTERSECTION, RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO MOVE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WENT INTO SHUTDOWN MODE AND EVENTUALLY LOCKED THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK","quote_3_odi":"11165025","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLS OUT AT FREEWAY SPEEDS AND PRODUCES A P2112 CODE THROTTLE BODY STUCK CLOSED. ENGINE CUTS OUT COMPLETELY. HAS HAPPENED FIVE TIMES. MILEAGE 55234 ONLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2015-vehicle-rollaway-in-park","label":"Vehicle rollaway after being shifted to park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11609813","quote_1_text":"I had parked the vehicle in grocery store lot. I had been shopping for 20-30 minutes when I was called to the service desk and was told to go to the parking lot. My car had rolled back across the parking lot aisle and had hit another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11204906","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PUT IN PARK. AFTER ABOUT 15 MINUTES THE VEHICLE ROLLED INTO A HOME WHILE STILL IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"11113130","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE GEAR SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE REVERSED OUT OF THE PARKING LOT AND DOWN A HILL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751659","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11501967","quote_2_text":"The rear backup camera has failed 5 times, the last time after only 7 days. There is a recall out on this problem on other Ford Vehicles (i.e. F150, Expedition, etc.) but not my model year","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-blower-motor-wiring-fire","label":"Blower motor wiring harness melting and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550147","quote_1_text":"In June 2023 there was a strong burning smell in our 2016 Expedition's cabin. We took the vehicle to a mechanic and they found that a small fire had started around the blower motor that burned up the wires in/around the blower motor","quote_2_odi":"11145362","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE BLOWER SPEED CONTROLLER DOESN'T MATCH SETTING ON THE CLEMENT CONTROL. THE BLOWER WILL BLOW AT FULL SPEED OR NOT AT ALL. THIS HAPPENS NOT MATTER THE DISPOSITION TO THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507846","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. The contact activated the parking brake to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11449600","quote_2_text":"While driving, brake pedal suddenly went straight to the floor with no resistance and no braking. Took to Ford and found that brake master cylinder had failed catastrophically, just like F-series trucks which have been recalled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715780","quote_1_text":"The failed components are called \"cam phasers.\" It is a known problem with the Ford 3.5 Ecoboost Engine (that even Ford is aware of). The cam phasers can fail, causing the timing chain to fail at any moment. They rattle upon startup of a cold engine","quote_2_odi":"11626187","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle was making an abnormal rattling sound on cold starts. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving from a complete stop and while coming to a stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway from Park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11502338","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. While parked in her friend's driveway with her child in her car seat, the contact heard an abnormal, popping sound as she was outside of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11315544","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD EXPEDITION. THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY WHILE ENGAGED IN PARK POSSIBLE POWER TRAIN CONSEQUENCE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR HAD TO BE REPLACED AT OWNERS EXPENSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-steering-assist-fault","label":"Steering assist fault warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that on several occasions, while in reverse(R), the contact observed a warning chime and a \"Steering Assist Fault\" message was displayed, and the steering wheel became firm","quote_2_odi":"11408301","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE DASHBOARD STARED SHOWING THE WARNING STERING ASSIST FAULT SERVICE REQUIRED. THE STERING IS DISABLED AND IT BECOMES VERY HARD OR IMPOSSIBLE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-throttle-body-limp-mode","label":"Throttle body failure causing limp mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11066113","quote_1_text":"THROTTLE BODY FAILURE. HAS HAPPENED OVER 8 TIMES WHILE DRIVING ON BUSY HIGHWAYS. VEHICLE LOOSES THROTTLE CONTROL WHILE DRIVING. IT FORCES YOU TO PULL OVER AND TURN OFF THE VEHICLE AND RESTART IT TO RESET IT. VERY DANGEROUS","quote_2_odi":"11292043","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD EXPEDITION. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART IT AFTER THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2016-transmission-lead-frame","label":"Transmission lead frame and downshift fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11570345","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power and stalled while driving uphill. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11330659","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFT FROM 6TH GEAR DOWN TO 2ND GEAR WHILE TRAVELING AT 50MPH WHICH CAUSED THE WHEELS TO LOCK AND SKID. SOMETIMES YOU WILL JUST FEEL A SUDDEN JOLT DURING THE DOWNSHIFT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image loss or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":356,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11509845","quote_1_text":"Backup camera does not always display on screen or has wavy lines causing hazard to when backing","quote_2_odi":"11729778","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image would appear blank, and a camera not available warning message displayed","quote_3_odi":"11526146","quote_3_text":"THE REAR BACK-UP CAMERA DOES WORK AND FLASHES RAINBOW COLORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2017-blower-motor-hvac-recall","label":"Blower motor overheating tied to recall 22V648","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":356,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11500371","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that the defroster failed to work while engaged. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11503453","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (Visibility, Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repair were unavailable. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving, there was a…","quote_3_odi":"11666090","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle was making an extremely loud roaring sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the engine failed to crank over the following day due to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2017-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake pedal stiffness and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":356,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11500079","quote_1_text":"2017 FORD EXPEDITION. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO BRAKE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11502422","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH around a curvy road, the brake pedal became stiff, and the contact pressed the brake pedal desperately causing the brake pedal to operate normally. The contact also notice that two unknown brake…","quote_3_odi":"11512532","quote_3_text":"In December we took our vehicle in for a scheduled recall repair. Upon installation, we were told by the dealer that all parts were not available. So they released our vehicle back to us. No follow up between and on March 17, the braking system failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2017-engine-cooling-stall","label":"Engine cooling and water pump failure with stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":356,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11693423","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure, coolant leaking everywhere now on garage floor, loud sound coming from engine when driving home previously presumably from water pump. No warning lamps or indicators prior. Just a different loud sound from engine (water pump)","quote_2_odi":"11517251","quote_2_text":"We have now twice on our vehicle had a throttle body issue where the car suddenly loses all power and the wrench warning light comes on. It is very scary when it happens and is a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11526148","quote_3_text":"This car is having very shacky starts in the past 2 months, the engine has lots of vibration. the car currently only has 67,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2017-transmission-power-loss","label":"Sudden downshift and loss of power with wrench light","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":356,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733139","quote_1_text":"Sudden and severe downshifts occurred at roadway and highway speeds resulting in sudden speed decrease. Also revving and loss of power occurred. Problem codes P0706 & P0707 were logged which point directly to the Transmission Range Sensor (TRS), which is integrated into the…","quote_2_odi":"11523404","quote_2_text":"While travelling on highway uphill around 60 mph in heavy traffic, vehicle lost all power and went to idle. I had to maneuver 3 lanes to reach shoulder. Wrench icon showed on dash. Restarted engine and code cleared and had power again","quote_3_odi":"11502705","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the freeway when a wrench light came on, the car slowed and then stopped. The engine was still running. I got off onto the shoulder but was worried that 80 MPH traffic would hit me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2018-10r80-transmission-hesitation","label":"10R80 transmission hesitation and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752826","quote_1_text":"Failing Transmission, does not shift into the gear just hear grinding noise, after few seconds of it, transmission makes very hard shift. This takes place in all phases or driving leading to potentially very dangerous situation of the car not moving or stopping while crossing a","quote_2_odi":"11726870","quote_2_text":"\"Verified internal hydraulic cross leak due to CDF drum bushing movement. Transmission has delayed engagement in 4th, 5th, and 6th gears. This is a known manufacturing defect in the 10R80 transmission.\"","quote_3_odi":"11731181","quote_3_text":"The transmission was shifting into neutral while driving, causing hesitation with oncoming traffic approaching, at one point it actually shifted into park or reverse while driving in forward gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2018-backup-camera-display-failure","label":"Rear backup camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11732741","quote_1_text":"Back up camera does not display or turn on. There has been no damage to the vehicle but radio which includes the back up camera do not turn on or function. This is a safety hazard for this car when backing up","quote_2_odi":"11750757","quote_2_text":"The infotainment screen that includes the rear backup camera stopped working intermittently and then completely. The dealer's service department identified that the APIM, a module involved in operating the screen had failed. The backup camera is a significant and necessary","quote_3_odi":"11702098","quote_3_text":"I own a 2018 Ford Expedition, and the factory-installed backup camera has progressively failed. Initially, the camera display was intermittent—sometimes showing the rear view and other times freezing or going black. The issue has now worsened to the point that the camera no","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2018-cam-phaser-cold-start-rattle","label":"Cam phaser and timing chain rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750763","quote_1_text":"I noticed a loud rattle when starting my 2018 Ford Expedition, at first occasionally and then on every cold start. The Ford Dealer's service department diagnosed a cam phaser issue. There were no warning lights or messages available to me, but the service department's diagnosis","quote_2_odi":"11615143","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the cam phasers had","quote_3_odi":"11673992","quote_3_text":"The problem is with the cam phasers on the Ford Eco Boost 3.5 V6 Engine. Every morning when the vehicle has been sitting overnight and the engine is cool; the truck makes a loud rattle noise when starting. The rattle goes away within 2 seconds. There are tons of information","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2018-passenger-drl-dimming","label":"Passenger-side daytime running light dimming or failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719657","quote_1_text":"Front passenger DRL fail in lower 2/3 of LED strip. Im afraid other cars won't see me as well. No warnings on the inside dash display. A car flagged me down to tell me","quote_2_odi":"11708963","quote_2_text":"Passenger side DRL (daytime running light) has dimmed and turned purple. Upon further research, this is happening to thousands of Ford Expeditions specifically on the passenger side. The only repair is to replace entire housing","quote_3_odi":"11695895","quote_3_text":"Passenger side daytime running lights (DRL) have dimmed, diminishing daytime visibility . LED bulb may be out. Seems to be a common problem per other Expedition owners. There were no warnings or messages stating problem. The only way to fix the problem is by replacing the entire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2018-seat-belt-pretensioner-deploy","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment without a collision","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11667460","quote_1_text":"Went to leave for work and as I started my vehicle and pulled my seat belt to put it on and the seat belt pretensioner went off","quote_2_odi":"11653658","quote_2_text":"Driver side seat belt air bag popped while driving down the road and now the seat belt will not retract. shows that this is a known issue in my year model but this is not a recall for my specific vin","quote_3_odi":"11691176","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the contact heard an abnormal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle at engine start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11662194","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that after the engine reached normal operating temperatures, the rattling ceased; however, the failure became a regular occurrence","quote_2_odi":"11714651","quote_2_text":"My engine makes a loud rattling noise upon start up and then a more discreet rattling while driving because of the cam phaser","quote_3_odi":"11738045","quote_3_text":"The vehicle began experiencing a loud cold-start rattle, engine timing issues, and check engine light illumination. The vehicle was diagnosed by a Ford dealership with internal VCT/cam phaser mechanical failure affecting engine timing and performance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-console-trim-laceration","label":"Center console chrome trim cutting occupants' hands","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11683251","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign and reaching into the center console, the contact's ring finger touched the silver chrome trim near the sliding opening latch and was severely lacerated, almost severing it completely","quote_2_odi":"11746386","quote_2_text":"As I put my hand in the center console and took it out it was cut by the trimming. I than had to stop as I felt and noticed blood was dripping off my hand","quote_3_odi":"11745415","quote_3_text":"A few months later on June 7, 2022 my wife was injured when her hand was lacerated by a sharp piece of chrome trim in the console area of the same vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-drl-led-failure","label":"Daytime running light LED dimming or burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11633317","quote_1_text":"Daytime running light LEDs are failing, has turned purple and is very dim on the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11694574","quote_2_text":"LED daytime running lights have failed and turned blue on one side. This issue appears to affect many vehicles of the same make and model","quote_3_odi":"11652955","quote_3_text":"The passenger side daytime running light has burned out. Daytime running lights are a safety feature for myself and other drivers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-harsh-shift-delay","label":"Harsh shifting and delayed gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11752119","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the transmission was shifting hard when shifting from park (P) to drive (D) or reverse (R)","quote_2_odi":"11677102","quote_2_text":"We experienced very hard shifting, delayed acceleration, lurching, and loss of power. We were unable to drive the vehicle without one or more of these things consistently happening","quote_3_odi":"11638555","quote_3_text":"I have started noticing rough shifting, delayed engagement, harsh shifts, and sometimes even slipping between gears. Have taken to the dealership and it is needing a whole new transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-seat-belt-lockup","label":"Seat belt retractor and buckle lock-up","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11744221","quote_1_text":"Middle row right side and middle row left side seat seatbelt retractor pretensioners are malfunctioning and causing the seat belts to lock up while the vehicle is in and driving. I have received alerts on my ford pass for this issue as well","quote_2_odi":"11628774","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the rear-row driver’s side seat belt failed to extend as intended and seized","quote_3_odi":"11720982","quote_3_text":"the catch mechanism in passenger middle row and driver middle row are not working you cannot wear a seat belt currently as the latch will not catch my children sit in these seats","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-seat-belt-pretensioner-deploy","label":"Front seat belt pretensioner deployment without impact","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11754414","quote_1_text":"While I, the driver, was parking the vehicle, there was a loud pop noise next to my ear. My seatbelt locked up in place and there was smoke coming from the seatbelt tensioner area of the car. The seatbelt will not move at all now","quote_2_odi":"11750918","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver’s seat belt pretensioner exploded and locked the driver in extremely tightly. The contact was startled and lost control of the vehicle, and the vehicle almost drove into a ditch","quote_3_odi":"11683312","quote_3_text":"Seatbelt pretensioner inadvertently exploded while driving the vehicle and locked the seatbelt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-trans-neutral-drop","label":"Transmission slipping to neutral during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11747740","quote_1_text":"When merging onto the unnerstate i accerlerated about 50-60% throttle and when i did it clunked hard and dropped from 8th gear to neutral and left me coasting down the innerstate for 30 seconds with my child in the car before the transmission would re engage","quote_2_odi":"11664000","quote_2_text":"Traveling at approximately 65 MPH and the transmission slipped into neutral and we began to lose speed while the engine freely revved, then it slammed back into gear violently","quote_3_odi":"11625758","quote_3_text":"When trying to accelerate hard, the transmission will suddenly go to neutral instead of shifting. This causes a pause in accelerating when you need. It will then slam in to gear a few seconds later with various warnings about the transmission showing on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2019-unintended-park-shift","label":"Unintended shift into park and roll-away after parking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":474,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11637843","quote_1_text":"The vehicle electronically put itself in to park at 75 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11751599","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle unexpectedly shifted into park(P) on two separate occasions. There was an abnormally loud clunking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle failed to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11747279","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after shifting to park(P), the vehicle rolled unexpectedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-console-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Center console chrome trim sharp edge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11746189","quote_1_text":"The center console metal trim has peeled and left a razer sharp edge. I cut my finger really bad. Had to keep it bandaged over a week. I cannot seem to remove the sharp edges. I had to put a piece of duck tape over it to prevent getting cut again","quote_2_odi":"11744244","quote_2_text":"We had our expedition in regarding fixing the peeling/lifting chrome piece of the center console over a year ago. It of course was not covered under warranty. However last August I was cleaning my car out and received a large cut on my hand from the exposed edge","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-daytime-running-lights","label":"Daytime running light and headlight dimming failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11725953","quote_1_text":"Daytime Running Light has failed on passenger headlight. This condition makes the vehicle less visible to others. The only remedy for this issue is to replace the entire headlight which approaches $2000 for a single headlight","quote_2_odi":"11745164","quote_2_text":"The daytime running lights go dim, completely fail, or turn purple, as has happened on my 2020 Ford Expedition Platinum. This has created a safety issue due to the DRLs no longer functioning as intended","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11652138","quote_1_text":"Sunroof explosion while driving on the highway. Loud bang rattled the driver and passenger. Driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle, but it could have been catastrophic for our vehicle and the vehicles around us if control was not maintained","quote_2_odi":"11745623","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound and the sun/moon roof glass shattered overhead","quote_3_odi":"11721235","quote_3_text":"The first incident occurred while the vehicle was parked and unattended. There was no accident, no object strike, and no visible prior damage. The rear back glass suddenly exploded outward, creating a dangerous situation due to flying glass fragments","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-rearview-camera-display","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11696149","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted or blank. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V442000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_2_odi":"11657750","quote_2_text":"The rear back up camera has recently been glitching and most times has a solid blue screen when car is in reverse","quote_3_odi":"11625220","quote_3_text":"The rear backup camera intermittently displays a blank or distorted image. I noticed online that there was a recall (20V575000) as follows. However, my Ford dealership says they are not honoring it for my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-recall-parts-unavailability","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11689882","quote_1_text":"Seatbelts have been recalled but no fix has been approved, Ford says 3rd quarter of 2025, but we are now nearly in the 4th quarter","quote_2_odi":"11724915","quote_2_text":"I’m reporting a parts‑availability problem with Ford recall 22S36/22S48 on my 2020 Expedition. My VIN shows the recall in FordPass and my dealer confirmed it, but they cannot get the replacement battery junction box","quote_3_odi":"11656301","quote_3_text":"Safety recall issued but no parts and no date set. Go on record as stating the safety recall was issued, dealer contacted but no repair available and no estimated date","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-seat-belt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment and retractor lockup","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11753993","quote_1_text":"While driving on a public road, the recalled driver's side seatbelt pretensioner (Recall 26S34) spontaneously exploded without a crash. The seatbelt violently locked on my body, causing friction burns and bruising to my skin while the explosion caused hearing loss in my left ear","quote_2_odi":"11682457","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, there was a loud pop, and smelled a burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle, and the contact’s child cried out in pain, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11626040","quote_3_text":"Every time I put seatbelt on in passenger side it locks up and it stays in that position until I take it off. I can pull on it and it will not move at all I will unusually have to take it off and put on again just for the same thing to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission harsh shifting, slipping, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":122,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11748100","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Ford Expedition has a transmission problem. The vehicle has harsh shifting, slipping, hesitation, jerking/lunging, and abnormal shifting while driving","quote_2_odi":"11695591","quote_2_text":"While overtaking another vehicle on the interstate at 75 mph, a loud clunk was heard and drive power was temporarily lost as the car slowed by 20 mph. The transmission subsequently reengaged, enabling the vehicle to regain speed","quote_3_odi":"11736590","quote_3_text":"On at least 5 separate occasions the vehicle has slowed significantly and failed to downshift in order to accelerate. This has been accompanied by high transmission temps and power train warnings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2020-unintended-park-engagement","label":"Unintended shift into park while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":384,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11754918","quote_1_text":"The parking pawl engaged while I was on I-77 traveling 70mph, causing the transmission to inadvertently shift into park causing the jolt and sounds I described","quote_2_odi":"11750025","quote_2_text":"Took the car to the ford dealership the dealership advised me that the \" PARKING PAWL\" was damaged and was part of Fords recall. There is currently no fix for this recall and nothing they could do","quote_3_odi":"11748374","quote_3_text":"At highway speed of 70 mph vehicle briefly went into park and shut entire vehicle down, vert traumatized and injured my head from the brief shutdown, could have caused a fatal accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-10r80-transmission-shift","label":"10R80 transmission hard shift and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11730388","quote_1_text":"Most mornings when I shift the vehicle from Park to Drive the transmission slams into gear and it feels like the vehicle just hit a wall. Also when shifting from 4th through 8th gear the transmission shudders through the shift sequence and sometimes it completely cuts out, total…","quote_2_odi":"11692415","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while stopped at a red traffic light and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle briefly lost motive power. Additionally, the contact heard an abnormal thumping sound coming from the transmission, and the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-body-panel-trim-detachment","label":"Body panel and interior trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11749973","quote_1_text":"Part of the luggage rack broke off of the vehicle while driving down the road. The vehicle had not been previously damaged. The broken piece could not be recovered.","quote_2_odi":"11667002","quote_2_text":"Travelling down interstate at speed and right rear quarter panel came loose, was flapping around behind and beside vehicle and partially tore free. This presents a high speed debris hazard.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-door-hatch-unintended-opening","label":"Door and liftgate latch unintended opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11729256","quote_1_text":"In cold weather the doors will become unlatched and open. This has happened to all 4 doors, driver side, passenger side, rear driver and rear passenger. We will be driving and the doors will randomly become unlatched and fly open. We have small children and they could have been…","quote_2_odi":"11632591","quote_2_text":"The “handless” rear hatch opening activates when not intended. This has caused a concussion to a driver while loading a vehicle. While this is not a “driving” system, it causes injuries to occupants immediately prior to driving. It is entirely possible that a driver could suffer…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-electrical-system-shutdown","label":"Electrical system malfunction and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11627259","quote_1_text":"My car continues to have electrical problems since 14 months after my purchase. I have reported it to Ford service multiple times as well as Corporate. Each time the same problem happens, I report it here as well. This is the 5th time that this has happened. Each time it has…","quote_2_odi":"11586667","quote_2_text":"Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I wish to report critical safety issues with my 2021 Ford Expedition Max. The primary concern involves the vehicle’s electrical system, which has repeatedly malfunctioned, causing complete vehicle shutdown while in motion…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747243","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has 70K miles and the fuel pump died, confirmed by Dick Smith Ford in Columbia, SC. There were no warning lights or messages via our Ford app. There were no symptoms prior to failure. The vehicle just died in the middle of the road on a train track with our family…","quote_2_odi":"11675577","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while his wife was inside the vehicle with the vehicle idling, the vehicle vibrated and then turned off. The contact's wife attempted to restart the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable at dealer","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11499868","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V346000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and an appointment was scheduled but the parts were not available…","quote_2_odi":"11569204","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) and 22V346000 (Engine) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"ford-expedition-2021-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm and motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":213,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748309","quote_1_text":"Turn.wipers on were slow to move, then just quit, now they don't move at all,all with no warning","quote_2_odi":"11683158","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH in the rain with the windshield wipers engaged, the driver's side windshield wiper arm was jerking. The contact stated that upon pulling over to the side of the road and inspecting the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-audio-static-burst","label":"Audio system static burst at high volume","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11644288","quote_1_text":"The audio system has become inoperable and instead the speakers are blasting static noise with crackling and popping sounds at high volume. Cannot stop it or use any other audio. Very unsafe to drive due to extreme noise level and lack of controls.…","quote_2_odi":"11711418","quote_2_text":"B&O radio amplifier exploded causing a sharp ear piercing static sound. This caused severe driver distraction and potential fire risk.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-brake-line-recall","label":"Brake line leak and recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11667839","quote_1_text":"On Nov 22 I pulled over to the shoulder of a highway in the midst of a snowstorm to make a phone call. When I went to get back onto the highway, my vehicle lost all brakes...the brake pedal hit the floor…","quote_2_odi":"11733754","quote_2_text":"I am submitting a formal consumer complaint regarding a persistent brake issue—specifically a loud squeal when coming to a stop in a 2022 Ford Expedition Max Limited purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle through Ford’s Blue Advantage Program.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-driver-assist-faults","label":"Front camera and driver assist system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11722789","quote_1_text":"All of the Advanced Drivers Assistance Systems are not functional. Ford is aware of problem and the fix is continuing to be delayed--over 1 year now. Vehicle has been to dealership multiple times without solution.","quote_2_odi":"11697375","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle starts, two error messages appear. The first one is \"Pre-Collission Assist not available\" and the second one is \"Front camera fault - Service required\".…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11743375","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, my 2022 Ford Expedition suddenly lost acceleration. The gas pedal stopped responding completely and the vehicle gradually lost power until it shut off. It had to be towed and the battery was fully drained afterward.…","quote_2_odi":"11708859","quote_2_text":"The vehicle stalls, when stopped in traffic. In order to restart the vehicle, the transmission must be placed in the “park” position. This happens intermittently after the vehicle has been driven for a longer distance.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11684730","quote_1_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving. No object impelled the glass. It just spontaneously shattered.","quote_2_odi":"11479906","quote_2_text":"While I was driving 65mph on the interstate with my three children in car seats in the middle row we heard a loud explosion and the front panel of the panoramic sunroof glass covered the inside of my vehicle, all of myself and my three toddlers.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-spoiler-roof-contact","label":"Liftgate spoiler contact with roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11635707","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally report a significant issue with my vehicle that has resulted in damage to the roof and potential long-term integrity concerns. The liftgate spoiler is contacting the roof in freezing temperatures, which creates a hole in the roof…","quote_2_odi":"11570021","quote_2_text":"In December of 2023 (not even one full year after purchasing my brand new Ford Expedition) I used the FOB to remotely open the trunk on my 2022 Ford Expedition. Upon doing so, I heard popping and cracking sounds.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shifting and gear slippage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11734256","quote_1_text":"Transmission randomly hard down shifts erratically. It feels like i lose control of the vehicle. Shifting is so violent, it's like I were driving over a man hole with a missing cover. These are under normal operating conditions. Not towing, not hard braking.…","quote_2_odi":"11715443","quote_2_text":"While transmission is cold. You can start to back up into the street and will come to a complete stop half in the road and half out. Like as if it were in neutral. Then I violently slams back into reverse.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise speed surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11638586","quote_1_text":"Several incidents in which adaptive cruise control resets itself to 90mph when moving into a higher speed limit area- for example, cruising along at 70mph, pass a speed limit sign allowing 75mph, and suddenly the cruise control resets at 90mph.…","quote_2_odi":"11542228","quote_2_text":"Unintended acceleration just after engaging the transmission in forward motion. This has happened four (4) times since new.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-adas-system-inoperative","label":"Driver assistance systems simultaneously inoperative","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09-23 → 2025-12-28","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707318","quote_1_text":"The affected systems include Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency Braking, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistance, Parking Collision Warning, and Rear Cross Traffic Warning. All of these features are currently inoperative.","quote_2_odi":"11680963","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the Adaptative Cruise Control activated, the vehicle failed to decelerate automatically upon approaching another vehicle, requiring the contact to depress the brake pedal.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-console-chrome-peeling-injury","label":"Center console chrome peeling causing lacerations","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06-15 → 2026-07-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748729","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reaching to pick up a debit card, the center console cup holder chrome plating, which had peeled off and stood upright, sliced the contact's pinky finger on her right hand. The deep gash required medical attention.","quote_2_odi":"11744138","quote_2_text":" The chrome in the middle console of my vehicle was peeling and cut my finger ","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07-23 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740156","quote_1_text":"On May 16, 2026, my 2023 Ford Expedition with 6,197 miles caught fire while I was driving home from work. I smelled smoke inside the cabin, and within moments smoke began coming through the air vents. I pulled over and exited the vehicle. When I got out, I saw the engine compartment was on fire…","quote_2_odi":"11682727","quote_2_text":"It made a loud boom I stopped thought it was a tire when I got out of the car flames started to come out of the driver side wheel well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment touchscreen blackout and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02-17 → 2026-02-27","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721003","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel went black while driving.  Unable to see MPH, Gas, Gauges, or safety alerts, warning lamps, etc.  The dealership confirmed there is no recall.  This is a safety issue and should not be at the expense of the consumer.","quote_2_odi":"11572499","quote_2_text":"While spouse was traveling using the 15.5 screen with navigation system engaged, the entire screen went black. The touch screen controls many items including the A/C system, navigation, hands free phone and other safety items.","quote_3_odi":"11589372","quote_3_text":"The infotainment 15 inch touchscreen is not dependable 3 out of 7 days, roughly.  When turning it on, it doesn't go on and you have to try to back up this monster without a camera.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-service-brake-booster-failure","label":"Electronic brake booster failure and brake pedal loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08-24 → 2026-07-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748150","quote_1_text":"While driving the ABS system failure warning along with 2 other system warnings come on and brakes fall to the floor. My Ford expedition is experiencing the same catastrophic electronic brake booster failure as recall 25S77. The dealer updated the software and the problem continued.","quote_2_odi":"11684774","quote_2_text":"While driving at varying speeds the service brake warning light would come on and the vehicle would shudder while decelerating before coming to a full stop as the brakes were engaged resulting in a longer distance required for breaking.","quote_3_odi":"11711084","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experiences intermittent brake slippage that occurs randomly approximately 2–3 times per month. The issue happens while decelerating between 10–20 mph. When applying the brakes to slow down, the brake pedal suddenly travels further downward, as if the brakes slip or momentarily lose pressure.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Panoramic/moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07-23 → 2026-03-19","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725469","quote_1_text":"The Panoramic Sunroof spontaneous combusted traveling 75 mph on the interstate.  No debris, other vehicles, or overpasses in sight.  The explosion and raining glass poses a safety concern.","quote_2_odi":"11604555","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road.  There were no other vehicles around me.  I then heard, what sounded like someone shooting a gun from the middle row up through the sunroof.  It was the most insanely loud noise, i had ever heard coming from a vehicle. I pulled over and realized that the sunroof had exploded.","quote_3_odi":"11640925","quote_3_text":"Just bought this 2023 Ford Expedition it was used, within 1 hour of owning it, the Sunroof just shattered and pieces of glass came falling down in-between my kids. Didn't seem like anything hit the sunroof, it just shattered on it's own!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission rough shifting and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07-25 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751175","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway, tried to accelerate, the car was acting like it was in neutral and would not accelerate.  Checked to ensure I was not.  the car began decelerating and I started to pull over.  As I entered the brake down lane - the car automatically switched to park jarring the car to a stop.","quote_2_odi":"11615968","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a hard shift from the transmission. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated.","quote_3_odi":"11534405","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle in sport mode and trying to accelerate the pedal will go to the floor and the vehicle will stop moving for a couple of seconds. Usually happens around 20mph and is seemingly random. No warning lights but the vehicle will not move any faster.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and vehicle speed control events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05-10 → 2025-12-16","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11571218","quote_1_text":"as I was turning right, pulling into the parking space near the entrance, the truck accelerated unexpectedly and collided with a cement parking pilon (sp?).  I am unsure how this occurred. I believe the vehicle may have accelerated on its own.","quote_2_odi":"11552691","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the accelerator pedal was depressed, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated. As a result, the vehicle proceeded over the side curves then stalled. All the air bags deployed.","quote_3_odi":"11628143","quote_3_text":"\"When Brandon went to park the vehicle, vehicle did not want to go, barely pressed the throttle pedal and it took off like it was floored, foot was off the pedal and it was accelerating in the lot, put vehicle in neutral and applied brakes - see line 2\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-adas-sensor-faults","label":"Driver-assist sensor faults disabling safety systems","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11730668","quote_1_text":"Since I purchased the vehicle brand new, none of the safety features have been functional. The following sensors are faulty and none of them have worked since I bought the vehicle: 1) Cross Traffic Alert; 2) Blindspot System Fault; 3) Pre-Collision Assist; 4) Front Camera…","quote_2_odi":"11702550","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 Ford Expedition XLT. The vehicle repeatedly loses multiple federally mandated safety systems including Blind Spot Monitoring, Cross-Traffic Alert, Automatic Emergency Braking, Forward Collision Warning, and camera systems. Alerts include: ‘Cross-Traffic System…","quote_3_odi":"11693340","quote_3_text":"I purchased this 2024 Ford Expedition brand new from a Ford certified dealer (Conklin Cars, Newton , Kansas). Upon driving off the lot for the first time to a gas station across the street from the dealer, at restart all the sensor gave warnings. Sensors that gave warning…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-brake-failure-recall","label":"Brake system failure tied to hydraulic brake recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11690246","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Ford expedition brakes was not working at the time of the accident, we later found that there was a recall on the brakes. PMA companies is the TPA for the Victaulic Companies, please see accident description below: Insured driver states she Pulled in driveway and was…","quote_2_odi":"11680615","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2024 Ford Expedition, purchased new in March 2024. I am writing to formally report multiple instances of complete brake failure, which pose a significant safety risk. The most recent incident occurred on [XXX], at approximately [XXX], while I was driving…","quote_3_odi":"11675272","quote_3_text":"The issue involves the brake system, specifically a brake fluid leak from the master cylinder area, which was identified under Ford Safety Recall 25S47. The component is still in the possession of the dealership and should be available for inspection upon request. I did not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-highway-speed-vibration","label":"Vehicle shaking and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11679888","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at speeds between 60 MPH - 80 MPH, the vehicle was shaking abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately six times however, the dealer was unable to duplicate the…","quote_2_odi":"11672498","quote_2_text":"I have a 2024 FORD Expedition Platinum I purchased new in May 2024. It has a vehicle vibration at 70+ MPH. This vibration is severe and felt through the entire SUV. Our retailer has tried all that FORD will allow under warranty to correct the problem. This includes rotating…","quote_3_odi":"11630632","quote_3_text":"At highway speeds, the car shakes/vibrates. It's scary. Took vehicle to Ford service. They identified the problem, acknowledged that it exists and was unable to fix it. Now, I'm stuck with this car that shakes and seems unsafe as it shakes. Additionally, was told by the Ford…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to soy-based wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11683059","quote_1_text":"The fuel line/fuel pump was leaking. Smelled fumes from the gasoline. Fuel was leaking over the fuel tank from the top of the tank. The vehicle was drivable when fuel was leaking. Very concerned that their could have been a fire due to the fuel leak. Took the vehicle to the…","quote_2_odi":"11646958","quote_2_text":"The issue involves the purchase of a 2024 Ford Expedition Max, VIN [XXX] , which purchased on [XXX] from Legacy Ford in Corbin, KY. Since purchasing this vehicle, I have encountered the following persistent issues that substantially impair the use, value, or safety of the…","quote_3_odi":"11636474","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that after the vehicle had been parked overnight, the vehicle failed to start the following morning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that rodents had eaten the soy-based wiring harnesses…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-sunroof-shatters","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11716273","quote_1_text":"The rear portion of the panoramic moonroof shattered spontaneously while the vehicle was being operated, without any impact or external cause.","quote_2_odi":"11706650","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was driving approximately 65 miles per hour on interstate. Upon crossing a bridge the sunroof exploded sending glass flying inside the vehicle. The vehicle was equipped with a dash camera which also captured audio. No external object struck the vehicle. Two children and…","quote_3_odi":"11711979","quote_3_text":"On Monday, January 12, I was driving down the highway with 2 of my coworkers, when all of a sudden there was a loud pop and glass shattered. My sunroof had exploded. It was a sunny clear day, there were no vehicles in front of us and we were not going under an overpass. We…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11707227","quote_1_text":"My wife tried to move my expedition from spot to another in our parking lot During that maneuver the gas pedal assembly broke down and the car in high speed created some personal and property damages I have the part handy and ready for inspection up on request The insurance…","quote_2_odi":"11672820","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while making a right turn, the vehicle accelerated independently and rear-ended a city bus. The vehicle came to a stop from the impact. None of the air bags deployed. There were no injuries sustained. The…","quote_3_odi":"11659340","quote_3_text":"We are driving cross country. Three times the adaptive cruise control has accelerated and showed a new speed going as much as from 74 mph to 107 the third time. The second it went 75 to 88. I can’t remember the first but I know we had a sudden acceleration and quickly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-blue-cruise-steering","label":"Blue Cruise steering and braking malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740961","quote_1_text":"While driving in heavy traffic on Interstate 10 west bound, I made a right blinker lane change","quote_2_odi":"11706243","quote_2_text":"The Blue Cruise function has never worked properly even after allowing Ford to service the vehicle on 2 separate occasions - once for almost 2 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11703687","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the steering wheel failed to steer in the intended direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756496","quote_1_text":"On August 11, 2026 at approximately 5:17 PM, the vehicle was traveling about 25–30 MPH and approaching a stop sign. The driver began braking normally, but the vehicle did not adequately slow despite repeatedly pressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11723540","quote_2_text":"I began to brake because there was a parked car at the stop sign i was approaching. My vehicle was not stopping even though the brake pedal was pressed all the way down to the floor","quote_3_odi":"11671842","quote_3_text":"Four days after I bought the Ford Expedition Max, I experienced brake failure and all warning lights going off on the Ford","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-seat-badge-hair-pull","label":"Seat badge design pulls or cuts occupant hair","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743630","quote_1_text":"The metal emblem on the driver and passenger seats continuously pulls my hair","quote_2_odi":"11682934","quote_2_text":"The seats have metal emblems on them that pull your hair. It is not safe to be driving and have something pull your hair. It hurts!","quote_3_odi":"11678943","quote_3_text":"Front seats have metal \"Platinum\" badges at about shoulder level. Badges have gap between badge and seat surface","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while parked or driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745537","quote_1_text":"While parked overnight, the panoramic sunroof shattered upwards. There is zero evidence of an impact","quote_2_odi":"11731822","quote_2_text":"The moon roof shattered. No debris on road and I was on an exit ramp with no cars headed toward me","quote_3_odi":"11717817","quote_3_text":"While driving down the road, the sunroof spontaneously exploded. The loud bang (sounded like a gun shot) and tiny pieces of glass, that luckily were caught in the sunshade, could have been disastrous for my wife and our three small children that were in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-turn-signal-glitch","label":"Unintended left turn signal activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731270","quote_1_text":"My vehicle continues to experience \"unintended left turn signal activation\" after making a right hand turn and the left turn signal activates spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11724077","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is experiencing \"unintended left turn signal activation\". When a right hand turn signal is activated, and the steering wheel is corrected after completing the turn, the left turn signal activates spontaneously","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition","model_slug":"expedition","cluster_id":"expedition-2025-vibration-instability","label":"Steering vibration and rear suspension instability","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756339","quote_1_text":"The rear suspension oscillates and bounces violently over bumps, expansion joints, broken or uneven pavement, and washboard surfaces","quote_2_odi":"11740274","quote_2_text":"Since I left the dealer’s lot, the vehicle has had a strong vibration at any speed over 60 miles per hour, which makes highway driving and longer distance trips very challenging or impossible","quote_3_odi":"11707472","quote_3_text":"Since new the vehicle has had a vibration/shake while driving at all speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/expedition","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-blower-motor-fire","label":"Blower motor wiring harness melting and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677633","quote_1_text":"Rear blower motor caught on fire, causing smoke to cover the inside of the vehicle. Part had to then be removed from the car. Melted plastic around the inside of the fan and motor","quote_2_odi":"11601596","quote_2_text":"Blower motor shorted out and melted the wiring harness going to the blower motor and started smoking and almost caught on fire","quote_3_odi":"11533931","quote_3_text":"This incident happened on July 20, 2023. I was driving to my house when I notice that there was smoke coming out of the glove compartment of my 2017 Expedition EL. I immediately stopped at the median and opened the hood to make sure there was no fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake master cylinder fluid loss into booster","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11600335","quote_1_text":"Brake master cylinder rear seal failed and engine vacuum drew all fluid from reservoir into brake booster as vehicle idled in park. Both front and rear brakes were inoperable because one reservoir serves both systems and that reservoir was emptied by engine vacuum","quote_2_odi":"11544395","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed with the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop","quote_3_odi":"11420928","quote_3_text":"Wife started car. Pushed on the brake to put it in gear. Brake pedal went to floor. Checked master cylinder. Cylinder was completely empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-cold-start-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cold-start cam phaser rattle","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11676000","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine, and the vehicle hesitated upon start","quote_2_odi":"11672884","quote_2_text":"TSB 23-2143, citing cold-start cam phaser rattle as a manufacturing defect that impacts reliability and safety (loss of power, premature wear, noise)","quote_3_odi":"11612629","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that during cold starts, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the engine compartment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts preventing wheel removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609450","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while the tires were being rotated, the tire technician was unable to remove the lug nuts because the lug nuts had swollen","quote_2_odi":"11498982","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side front tire became flat","quote_3_odi":"11462100","quote_3_text":"Ford makes A 2 part faulty lugnuts which warps and can cause separation and consequently an accident! I was told at my last oil change January 2022 that I'd need to pay to have the lug nuts changed but they'd put the same","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-throttle-body-limp-mode","label":"Electronic throttle body failure causing limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11483524","quote_1_text":"The throttle body failed, causing the vehicle to go into limp mode while on a stretch of interstate hwy. The engine decelerated from 65 to below 5 mph immediately, causing cars and transfer trucks to have to swerve recklessly to avoid hitting me at full speed","quote_2_odi":"11477491","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly went into a \"limp mode\" where it lost almost all power and a Power Train warning light came on. This happened once on July 14th and then again 5 times on August 2nd, 2002","quote_3_odi":"11606524","quote_3_text":"We were out of town driving to a baseball tournament going 80 miles an hour when the car completely lost power and a wrench came up. My husband barely coasted us to a shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Expedition EL","model_slug":"expedition-el","cluster_id":"expedition-el-2017-transmission-downshift","label":"Transmission unexpected downshift to first gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11659528","quote_1_text":"For 1.5+ years, the transmission will unexpectedly and suddenly downshift into 1st gear without warning. Which causes a sudden deceleration. No warning lights before it happens","quote_2_odi":"11597164","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly slow down","quote_3_odi":"11587514","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The wheels then seized, causing the vehicle to jerk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/expedition-el","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-acceleration-despite-braking","label":"Engine RPM surge while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10330895","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 FORD EXPLORER JUMP FORWARD WHILE SITTING STILL WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. IT HAD HAPPEN TWICE. MAY 15,2010 AND MAY 17,2010. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10420773","quote_2_text":"2010 FORD MOUNTAINEER STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT, PUTTING THE BRAKE ON AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. THE ENGINE WAS REVVING AND HAD TO TAKE IT OUT OF GEAR TO STOP THE CAR. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10808340","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPLORER. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000","quote_2_odi":"11142914","quote_2_text":"HERE IN THE LAST FEW WEEKS THE AIR BAG LIGHT COME ON AIR BAG . LIGHT COME ON AS I WAS DRIVING O ROAD. IT DOSE THIS SOME TIMES AND DON'T AT OTHER TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-brake-pedal-unresponsive","label":"Brake pedal fails to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10384829","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE A 2010 FORD EXPLORER THAT IS HAVING BRAKE ISSUES. THE PROBLEM OCCURS WHEN NORMALLY DEPRESSING THE BRAKES. THE BRAKE PEDAL BECOMES SOFT AND THE TRUCK WILL NOT STOP. ONLY AFTER DEPRESSING THE PEDAL AT FULL FORCE WILL THE TRUCK FULLY STOP. IT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES NOW. THERE","quote_2_odi":"11471376","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph and attempting to stop, the brake pedal extended to the floorboard causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a guard rail. During the crash, no injuries were","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-front-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Front wheel bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11039795","quote_1_text":"WHEEL BEARINGS MAKING NOISE GETS WORSE COULD LOSE WHEEL TRUCK HAS 62000 MILES. HAVE HEARD OF MANY OF THESE SAME MODELS HAVING SAME PROBLEMS. I THINK FORD SHOULD RECALL THIS MODEL FOR BEARING REPLACEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10424516","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPLORER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THE SCREWS AND LUG NUT COVERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-headrest-forward-pitch","label":"Front headrest angled forward","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10358946","quote_1_text":"THE 2010 FORD EXPLORER HEADREST PITCHES YOUR HEAD UNCOMFORTABLY FORWARD. FORGET ABOUT WEARING A PONY TAIL, YOUR CHIN WILL TOUCH YOUR CHEST! PLEASE GET FORD TO REPLACE THE HEADREST! THIS IS NOT A COMFORT COMPLAINT, THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE! *TR","quote_2_odi":"10334195","quote_2_text":"THE HEADREST IN MY 2010 FORD EXPLORER FORCES YOUR HEAD AND NECK FORWARD IN A VERY UNCOMFORTABLE POSTION. THERE IS NO ADJUSTMENT FOR THE POSITION. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-shifter-stuck-in-park","label":"Shifter stuck in Park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11060892","quote_1_text":"CAR SITTING IN PARK WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF PARK WITH BRAKE PEDAL FULLY PRESSED. CAN'T DRIVE CAR BECAUSE IT WILL NOT GO INTO GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11252871","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPLORER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS ENGAGED IN PARK, THE KEY BECAME STUCK INSIDE THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT HE MANUALLY PUSHED A PIN IN THE SHIFTER TO REMOVE THE KEY. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE GEAR WAS ABLE TO BE REMOVED OUT OF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2010-transmission-slip-warning-lights","label":"Transmission slip with wrench light illuminated","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10884568","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION INTERMITTENTLY SLIPS OUT OF A LOW GEAR PREVENTING ACCELERATION. APPEARS TO JUMP INTO A NEUTRAL REVVING ENGINE ONLY BEFORE CATCHING IN GEAR. VERY DANGEROUS FOR MERGING ONTO HIGHWAYS. ONLY OCCURS PERIODICALLY AND AT LOW SPEEDS. HAD SEVERAL TRANSMISSIONS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11431861","quote_2_text":"Driving 65 mph on I95 and it just shut off. The yellow wrench on dash came on. I somehow was able to Pull over to the shoulder without being killed. I cranked once then tried it again and it started. Drove all the way home and it’s running fine now. This is a common problem and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2011-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior A-pillar trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11745751","quote_1_text":"The pillar covers fell of the vehicle when driving last week. Both plastic covers are on the side of the interstate. I was told and found there is a recall for the clips on these covers, but when I searched, they are not listed for this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11740507","quote_2_text":"In early 2024, we learned our 2011 Ford Explorer was under open recall (NHTSA #24V031) for the A-pillar windshield trim, which could detach and create a road hazard. For two years, our Ford dealer said repairs could not be done due to parts availability","quote_3_odi":"11704644","quote_3_text":"Loose/Detached Bilateral Exterior C-Pillar around the rear window. Both sides are lifted and very loose with the potential to cause driver to lose control if detached resulting in damage to other vehicles on the road or even a traffic collision… this is a safety defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2011-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image loss or reversal","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11720702","quote_1_text":"Back up camera inoperable. Screen is black. Apparently a common problem. Safety issue of hitting a person or object","quote_2_odi":"11678005","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is put in reverse, the backup camera blacks out and if it comes back on, the picture is reversed horizontally. This is causing a hazard when backing up as the camera shows what's actually on the left side to be on the right and vice versa","quote_3_odi":"11636076","quote_3_text":"Back up camera. when back up is engaged, picture on backup monitor is reversed, left becomes right and and right becomes left. This happened ab out two months ago and will happen every time shift is placed in reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2011-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss / EPAS failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":101,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11753968","quote_1_text":"On Friday 7/24/2026, I was driving and all the sudden my steering went out. Dash flashed No Power Steering Assist / AdvanTrac System Fail. I pulled over immediately to turn around & get home with zero power steering. The amount of strength to steer/control was extreme","quote_2_odi":"11734002","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. The message that the \"Vehicle Needed Attention\" was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11730954","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel got stiff and impossible to turn. I had to use extreme force to be able to make a left turn. It happened in a large intersection. No warning appeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2011-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11744176","quote_1_text":"While stopped at a stop sign my engine suddenly died, before restarting a low oil pressure light came on but went out immediately. I was approximately 40 miles from home when I got to my destination. The car was showing no signs of issues, no warning lights or errors","quote_2_odi":"11591572","quote_2_text":"My son was on the highway and his Ford Explorer 2011 just stopped, he could have been killed! He was able to get off safely and had car towed. Our mechanic told us today it is the Water Pump leakage and we need to take to Ford","quote_3_odi":"11578002","quote_3_text":"The internal water pump failed in my 2011 Ford Explorer without any warning signs and the coolant then leaked into my engine causing catastrophic engine failure. We were driving on a busy highway and the Ford Explorer simply started shutting down in the left lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2012-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar windshield trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":822,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V031000 (Structure); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11738521","quote_2_text":"I received the first recall notice for this defect from Ford Motor Co. in February 2024 and took the vehicle to Sheehy Ford in Ashland, Virginia on August 7, 2025","quote_3_odi":"11605559","quote_3_text":"Exterior A - Pillar applique trim coming off vehicle while operating the vehicle. Comes off, risking damage to cars behind and potentially causing an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2012-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image and display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":822,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11694934","quote_1_text":"Faulty rear view camera. Says contact the dealership on the message","quote_2_odi":"11671119","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera failed to display an image. The message \"Camera Not Available - Contact Your Dealer\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11663990","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was black or distorted, and the message \"Camera Unavailable - Report to Dealer\" was displayed on the infotainment screen on several occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":822,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751715","quote_1_text":"Loss of power steering assist . Yes it is available for inspection on request. I can't steer it . It has not been confirmed by anybody yet. It has not been inspected by anybody yet. There are no warning lights on dash","quote_2_odi":"11737559","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The failed power steering warning light illuminated. In addition, the steering wheel seized","quote_3_odi":"11710962","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while reversing, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and struck another unoccupied parked vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2012-rear-suspension-toe-link","label":"Rear suspension toe link and steering shake","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":822,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11690332","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-45 MPH, the steering wheel started shaking abnormally. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11579384","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing a hard pull to the right while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11570125","quote_3_text":"Rear tires rubbing and car is uneasy in rain. Had to have tires replaced due to rubbing on interior of rear of car. Tires wear extremely fast and dangerous to drive in any weather conditions such as rain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2013-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar exterior trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":104,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11737003","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side A-pillar trim detached. The failure distracted the contact while driving, nearly causing a collision. The contact drove over gravel on the road, causing","quote_2_odi":"11733589","quote_2_text":"I am writing to complain about Recall 24S02. The A-Pillar Trim has become loose on my car and the rubber mold underneath it now is loose and flaps aggressively in the wind creating damage to my windshield and driver side front window. I am afraid the whole piece will come off at","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2013-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11709491","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased in late 2024, and approximately six months later, the rearview camera failed. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The","quote_2_odi":"11663477","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the rear camera was intermittently inoperable while reversing. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V159000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2013-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":2231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11734026","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Ford Explorer. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 136,000; at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was","quote_2_odi":"11695743","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 106,796. It was later discovered that the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2013-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":2231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11736831","quote_1_text":"The car had been parked for 30 minutes in the driveway and spontaneously caught on fire. Our lives and home were at risk of serious injury due to the fire. Firefighters and police were called to the scene and the fire was put out. There were no mechanical issues prior to this","quote_2_odi":"11723623","quote_2_text":"My car was parked in the driveway and it caught on fire from under the hood","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11738002","quote_1_text":"Power steering assist fault while driving with total loss of power steering. Caused difficult steering, particularly at low speed and made for a dangerous driving situation with what seemed like complete loss of steering ability. Power steering fault and lane keeping assist","quote_2_odi":"11730813","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the steering wheel failed to turn left or right. The message \"Power Steering Assist Fault\" was displayed. The contact stopped, turned off, and restarted the vehicle several times","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2014-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior A-pillar trim detachment and recall parts delay","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11759711","quote_1_text":"Recall issued and notified via mail by Ford for faulty A-pillarsin 2024. A-pillars can fall off vehicle while driving and can cause safety issue. Vehicle was taken to dealer for inspection in March of 2025 to verify issue and was informed that no parts are available","quote_2_odi":"11746117","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2014 Ford Explorer. There is an open recall on the vehicle; Recall number: 24S02. The plastic retention clips holding the exterior A-pillar moldings may not be properly engaged, which can allow the pieces to loosen and fly off at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11703341","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side exterior A-pillar trim detached and flew off the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving on the Interstate Highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera black screen or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732118","quote_1_text":"Back up camera goes blank with black screen","quote_2_odi":"11698078","quote_2_text":"The backup camera doesn’t work. When I put it in reverse the camera goes blank or is very distorted where you can’t see","quote_3_odi":"11694998","quote_3_text":"The rear back uo camera. The camera will randomly flip the screen when backing up & lose the lines or the screen goes black and nothing appears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11749538","quote_1_text":"Sudden and complete loss of power steering assist while vehicle was in operation. Vehicle became extremely difficult to steer, creating safety hazard for driver and child passenger","quote_2_odi":"11677030","quote_2_text":"While driving on [XXX] in Atlanta, GA, my 2014 Ford Explorer suddenly lost all power steering without warning. The dash displayed: “Steering Assist Fault – Service Required”, and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn","quote_3_odi":"11713124","quote_3_text":"Power Steering stopped working. Error messages shown are \"Power Steering Assist Fault\" and \"Service AdvanceTrac\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2014-ptu-transfer-case-failure","label":"PTU and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11733412","quote_1_text":"issue with driving between speeds of 25 to 45 mph. Believe that there is a problem with the torque converter as it feels as though it's shuttering during those speeds. speeds of 50 or higher miles per hour feel fine while driving","quote_2_odi":"11717080","quote_2_text":"PTU failure, due to no maintenance service recommended for PTU, PTU failure has been a ongoing issue due to the position of the PTU,location of changing fluid and no mileage recommended for regular service or recommended regular service in the owners manual","quote_3_odi":"11690564","quote_3_text":"PTU (transfer case) failure during a drive when I was making a safe left turn across traffic and the car quit moving forward with oncoming traffic inbound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2014-toe-link-suspension-wear","label":"Toe link suspension wear and misalignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732705","quote_1_text":"I had the toe link recall performed in 2022. Since that time, I have replaced brakes twice, tires twice (two full sets in less than 50k miles), control arms, sway bars, and bushings. The car will not come into alignment","quote_2_odi":"11723710","quote_2_text":"REAER TOE LINK REAR TIRES TILTED INWARD due to potential fractures from corrosion or broken welds on TOE LINK","quote_3_odi":"11672273","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was driving rough. In addition, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated abnormally; however, when the vehicle shifted to neutral(N), the vibration ceased","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2015-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior A-pillar trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1757,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11728033","quote_1_text":"Passenger's side A-pillar molding flew off while driving","quote_2_odi":"11733184","quote_2_text":"my B pillars started coming off on the highway going 60 mph. driver side was hanging by electrical piece for the keypad for door opening. my son looked and passenger side coming off as well. had to pull over and duct tape it on","quote_3_odi":"11726401","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, one of the windshield exterior A-pillar trims detached and was flapping against the driver's side window before separating from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2015-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera malfunction while reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1757,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751495","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. While the contact's wife was reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with an inoperable rear-view camera","quote_2_odi":"11746225","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while his son was reversing, the vehicle crashed into a stop sign. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera was inoperable during the crash. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11752238","quote_3_text":"Recall for faulty rearview camera. Still has no remedy. Mine is giving issues. Glitches, freezes, and displays error message to contact dealership. Has almost caused multiple accidents. Have spoken to dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1757,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11744178","quote_1_text":"This 2015 Ford Explorer XLT - The power steering goes out. Multiple times. No recall with many many of these vehicles reporting to have the same problem. I was 200 miles away from home when this happened. The steering becomes extremely stiff and jerks. Making it very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11746687","quote_2_text":"Total loss of Power Steering ! Warning light display: \"Steering Assist Fault\", \"Service AdvanceTrac\", turn signals unable to lock and release. Hard Fault codes present: U3000 96-C8, C200D, 49-48 C1B00, 64-48","quote_3_odi":"11704766","quote_3_text":"I am filing an official safety complaint regarding my 2015 Ford Explorer Sport 3.5L due to a dangerous and sudden power-steering failure that occurred while I was driving with my children in the vehicle. There were no warning lights, alerts, or symptoms leading up to the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2015-powertrain-stall-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder, stalling, and exhaust fumes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1757,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11723308","quote_1_text":"I have always maintained the vehicle and drive the vehicle well. The car just started stuttering when driving and the torque converter for the transmission failed. It doesn’t even have many miles","quote_2_odi":"11719301","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the odor of exhaust fumes was present inside the cabin of the vehicle, causing the driver and the passenger to experience nausea and dizziness. No medical assistance was required","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2015-rear-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure and wobble","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1757,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11720397","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for an alignment, the contact was informed that the alignment could not be performed because the rear toe link was rusted and needed to be repaired","quote_2_odi":"11731418","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has been shaking and clunking for years now, and my dealership has denied me service for two years on account of them not being able to recieve parts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2016-airbag-seatbelt-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":2436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11738165","quote_1_text":"Description of Incident: The driver, [XXX] , was idling on a road near Lake Murray when her vehicle was rear-ended. Despite the force of the impact requiring Ms. [XXX] to be rushed to the hospital, the vehicle’s airbags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11733430","quote_2_text":"I have an airbag light on as well as the 2nd row inflatable seatbelt has stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11682350","quote_3_text":"air bag light illumination on occasion, ford confirmed and suggested $1000 repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2016-backup-camera-distortion","label":"Backup camera image distortion or failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11741765","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that distorted image would appear on rear view camera every time contact would go in reverse with his vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11679140","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact’s spouse stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted, nearly causing the driver to hit a child while reversing in a parking lot","quote_3_odi":"11707303","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is cloudy/foggy. Brought it to ford service department attention in regards to Issue Date 2022-08-26 Campaign 22S51/22V644 Per Fullerton Ford, they would not participate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2016-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar/B-pillar trim detachment under open recall","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":145,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11753159","quote_1_text":"Over the Summer of 2024 and 2025 both the A-pillar and B-pillar trim has melted and become detached from the vehicle during high heat warnings and during my commute to work on the interstate 60 miles each day","quote_2_odi":"11743417","quote_2_text":"Within a few weeks of purchasing the vehicle, I noticed the exterior trim panels were loose and beginning to separate from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11741392","quote_3_text":"This piece that flew off of my car on highway caused me to swerve because I thought something hit my car, it then hit the car behind me causing them to swerve as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss or lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11743933","quote_1_text":"The electronic power steering failed Yes its available for inspection My child and my safety were put at risk when I warning came up and said \"steering loss, stop safely\" and the steering wheel was locked","quote_2_odi":"11734930","quote_2_text":"The steering on my Explorer has seized up making it very dangerous to drive because you can not hardly get the steering wheel to turn","quote_3_odi":"11680362","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering assist functionality, and the steering wheel was stuck while attempting to turn the steering wheel to the left or the right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2016-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11750138","quote_1_text":"My 2016 ford explorers torque converter has failed. It causes a extremely rough idle while in drive or reverse, the rpms vary and at a complete stop the car will continue to lunge forward","quote_2_odi":"11738073","quote_2_text":"When I am driving at a speed limit of 35-45 mph, there is a shutter in my transmission accompanied by a rattling noise","quote_3_odi":"11681450","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated, and there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar and B-pillar exterior trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11748440","quote_1_text":"B pillar trim flew off while going down highway. Almost hit vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11726287","quote_2_text":"First my Roof rack trim flew away on the freeway, Now my mirror cover flew away on the freeway as well hitting a car begin me","quote_3_odi":"11744409","quote_3_text":"The contact was the manager at a used auto dealer, and the inventory included a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the driver's side exterior A-pillar trim had detached and fell off the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11699645","quote_1_text":"The power steering went out with no warning. Stirring wheel went stiff and made it extremely hard to turn. All the traction and steering lights came on","quote_2_odi":"11698914","quote_2_text":"Problem with the power steering. When turning to the right, the wheel sticks. I have to forces it past the parts that sticks. This happens at low and high speeds. 68,569 miles all maintenance done at Ford dealership","quote_3_odi":"11706040","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff with the message \"Power Steering Loss\" displayed. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and restarted; however, the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear toe link failure after suspension recall repair","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11727135","quote_1_text":"I was driving 30 MPH down a country road and the drivers side toe link broke about putting me in the ditch","quote_2_odi":"11703125","quote_2_text":"Cars rear end sways all over the place almost spun out on highway. I did some research and saw numerous recalls on the toe link in the rear of vehicle and have a good feeling its faulty again","quote_3_odi":"11742044","quote_3_text":"I had the rear toe links replaced under recall 21s32 on April 1, 2026. Within a month I started hearing a clunking noise from the back drivers side wheel whenever I hit a bump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-rear-window-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and liftgate glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11730636","quote_1_text":"No impact shattering of rear window. I entered the car and closed the driver’s side door when I heard the window shatter","quote_2_odi":"11726671","quote_2_text":"The rear tailgate window has blown out twice. First time 2/10/2026 and again 3/22/2026. Both times happened while parked with the car running","quote_3_odi":"11741909","quote_3_text":"No warning. It was cold out. I ran into a store. Came back to my car and started it. The rear window defrost automatically turned on. I sat for a few minutes to let my car warm up and the back window exploded. I heard the loud explosion like a gun shot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-torque-converter-hesitation","label":"Transmission torque converter hesitation and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11749549","quote_1_text":"Transmission torque converter attempts to lockup when vehicle is in gear, at idle and brakes applied. This causes the engine rpm to drop or stall. This causes an unexpected delay and hesitation when accelerating from a stop followed by an unexpected acceleration surge","quote_2_odi":"11747883","quote_2_text":"This has happened several times where the transmission will not go into drive and makes an electronic noise while trying to shift into drive. If you turn the car off, open the driver's door, wait for complete power down then restart the vehicle, it will then go into drive","quote_3_odi":"11695739","quote_3_text":"When i start the vehicle, and press the bbrake and shift into drive, the vehicle shakes and jolts. When I remove my foot from the break to push the gas petle, there is a hesitation/stall out unless I push it quickly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"ford-explorer-2017-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Internal water pump coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1676,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11699802","quote_1_text":"Complete failure of the water pump at 58000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11732231","quote_2_text":"Coolant keeps going low. No visible leaking spots. Been to 2 mechanic's. Both said Ford defective engine block. Coolant leaking into cylinder 1. Recommended engine replacement. Check engine light. Verified 300 # codes. Misfire. Foul and rough start ups. Been on 4 or 5 months","quote_3_odi":"11723964","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was brought to an authorized Ford dealership for coolant leak. The dealer confirmed a coolant leak originating from the internal water pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Windshield A-pillar trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11744994","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the front Driver-side A-pillar trim detached and struck a nearby vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11741239","quote_2_text":"The exterior A-pillar applique trim piece began detaching from the vehicle while driving. The part became loose and was hanging from the vehicle whilst in motion, at which point I safely pulled over and removed it to prevent it becoming a road hazard","quote_3_odi":"11689527","quote_3_text":"While traveling on 196, the passenger side A-pillar applique trim clip attachment became detached from vehicle, hitting my windshield and then flying backwards on the expressway toward other vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-backup-camera-outage","label":"Rearview camera blank or blue screen in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11707271","quote_1_text":"The displayed view by the back up camera flickers, or shows a blue screen when the car is placed in reverse. This places the safety of pedestrians at risk of being hit by the vehicle when backing up","quote_2_odi":"11688234","quote_2_text":"My rear view camera goes to a dark blue or gray s screen with the words “check surroundings for safety” & “Camera is unavailable” and it does not work","quote_3_odi":"11667357","quote_3_text":"The contact stated the back-over prevention camera seized and displayed a black screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed back over prevention camera system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-dashboard-delamination","label":"Dashboard covering delamination and windshield glare","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11675296","quote_1_text":"The cover on my dashboard has lifted/rolled up and revealed a white material underneath, and as such, this has caused a glare onto the windshield in my field of vision, making it harder for me to see while driving","quote_2_odi":"11691529","quote_2_text":"The dash on my 2018 Ford Explorer platinum is rolling up from the front of the dash. It is made out of some sort of leather or vinyl. But with it rolling up towards the driver, it causes a glare onto the windshield which causes visibility issues","quote_3_odi":"11696552","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that due to sunlight exposure, the outer layer of the dashboard peeled off and continued to expand near the location of the air bags","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture and post-recall alignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11694871","quote_1_text":"On Saturday 10/18/2025 the rear drivers side tow link of my 2018 Ford Explorer XLT snapped while driving 70 mph under normal driving conditions on a 4-lane section of i-75 in Detroit, MI","quote_2_odi":"11736518","quote_2_text":"On March 26, 2026, my vehicle received the rear suspension toe link replacement under Ford/NHTSA Recall 26S08 (26V101000). Within approximately 5 weeks, all four rear tires were completely destroyed by misalignment caused by Ford’s non-adjustable replacement parts","quote_3_odi":"11747980","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that immediately after the recall repair, while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle fishtailed, and the contact lost control of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-roof-rail-molding-detachment","label":"Roof rail molding detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11698199","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while looking in the rear-view mirror, the contact noticed that the plastic molding around the roof rack had detached from the vehicle and flew off into traffic","quote_2_odi":"11675889","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the roof rail covers separated from the vehicle and flew off on several occasions","quote_3_odi":"11730779","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the roof rail detached while the vehicle was being blow-dried at an automated car wash. The roof rail was manually pressed back into place, but was no longer secure and was easily detached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11740183","quote_1_text":"The transmission completely failed without any warning lights or any other audible or visible signs of failure. This left my stranded on the side of the road. The local dealership has told me that I do have to replace the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11745317","quote_2_text":"At the same time, the vehicle experienced a significant loss of power and became extremely sluggish in acceleration. When I pressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond normally and did not accelerate as expected","quote_3_odi":"11659532","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has lack of acceleration during launch, sluggish vehicle operation, and shudder/vibration while driving. Vehicle acceleration falters while attempting to merge onto a freeway creating dangerous driving conditions for myself and others on the freeway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2018-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Internal water pump failure and coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11749510","quote_1_text":"The root cause was internal water pump failure. Ford's design places the water pump inside the engine, causing coolant to leak internally with no external indicators and no dashboard warning until catastrophic damage has already occurred","quote_2_odi":"11706512","quote_2_text":"Since the water pump is in line with the crankshaft and located over the main body of the engine, it allows coolant to leak from the water pump into the oil pan. Mixed coolant and oil will lead to engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11670877","quote_3_text":"This vehicle recently experienced a sudden failure of the internal water pump, a problem I have since learned is common across this model and others using the same engine design","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar exterior trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":99,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742448","quote_1_text":"Recently, while traveling at highway speeds, the A-pillar trim detached from my vehicle and flew off, striking a vehicle behind me.","quote_2_odi":"11693885","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the driver’s side exterior A-pillar trim detached and flew off the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-b-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"B-pillar exterior trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751972","quote_1_text":"Passenger side exterior B pillar trim came off while driving on highway on July 3, 2026.","quote_2_odi":"11734634","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speeds on the interstate, the B-pillar exterior trim suddenly detached from the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749645","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway at 70 miles an hour and the fuel pump failed. Causing me to have zero acceleration.","quote_2_odi":"11672764","quote_2_text":"On 3 separate occasions my car has stalled when driving. All three were after driving for several hours in hot weather.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear toe link and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750269","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was informed that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V101000 (Suspension) in March 24, 2026.","quote_2_odi":"11579983","quote_2_text":"The tow truck driver said it looked like my right rear tire was about to \"fall off\" and that I was very lucky.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-roof-rail-cover-detachment","label":"Roof rail cover detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699807","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after a visual inspection of the exterior of the vehicle, the driver’s side roof rack rail had detached.","quote_2_odi":"11626842","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was stopped and inspected, and the contact observed the right and left roof rails, had separated in several areas.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11730866","quote_1_text":"The dealer claims transmission failure without prior symptoms. The vehicle only has 70,000 miles.","quote_2_odi":"11603907","quote_2_text":"The vehicle vibrates excessively when shifting into Drive or Reverse (rough idle). Additionally, the vehicle lacks acceleration/power when driving in slightly uphill roads, creating a hazard for nearby drivers.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2019-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11650748","quote_1_text":"Water pump went out that's for some reason located inside the engine causing the water to leak into my engine and lose all power functions to the car it completely shut down on the highway.","quote_2_odi":"11622292","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal anti-freeze odor inside the cabin of the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-awd-advancetrac-fault","label":"AWD fault, AdvanceTrac and Pre-Collision Assist warnings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11730969","quote_1_text":"Three alerts appeared on my dash after starting my car. These alerts are “Pre-Collision Assist Not Available,” “Service AdvanceTrac,” and “4WD Fault Service Required.” This has been an ongoing issue with this vehicle which directly affects the safety of drivers.…","quote_2_odi":"11739284","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway and I got an error of Powertrain Failure , Pre Collision assist, service advance track and hill assist unavailable. I was in the last travel lane and it dropped me down to 25mph making an extremely dangerous situation!!…","quote_3_odi":"11683416","quote_3_text":"My got multiple warning messages while driving my 2020 Ford Explorer. My local repair shop ran test and determined it needs a new front axle disconnect actuator/shaft - TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN 23-2174. Without this repair, several sensors are deactivated: 4WD, Hill Start…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-headlight-low-beam","label":"LED low-beam headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11713906","quote_1_text":"LED Headlight assembly failure. Loss of headlight is a safety concern because by law you need both headlights working. It allows cars to see you. The malfunction of the headlight has been confirmed by a Ford Dealership. There are several reports online of this happening to the…","quote_2_odi":"11707189","quote_2_text":"Passenger side Headlight low beam went out. Dealer says it’s $1500 because whole headlight assembly must be replaced instead of a bulb. We live off of social security, so of course we don’t have the money for this. Now we can’t drive at night…","quote_3_odi":"11737734","quote_3_text":"Driver side headlamp low beam has burned out. They are supposed to be lifetime LED headlamps, not burn out after only 67,000 miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-panoramic-sunroof-shade","label":"Panoramic sunroof sunshade detaching and sagging","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736510","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof shade in my vehicle failed unexpectedly in August 2025 when I pressed the factory roof/shade retract button during normal operation. The sunshade fabric ripped and detached, causing it to hang down across the rear visibility area and partially obstruct the…","quote_2_odi":"11706339","quote_2_text":"The panoramic sunroof sunshade assembly on my 2020 Ford Explorer Limited failed when the sunshade suddenly came off the guide track during normal operation. Prior to the failure, the sunshade operated normally with no warning signs, messages, or indicators.…","quote_3_odi":"11718691","quote_3_text":"My Explorer has the optional double moonroof with an electric sunshade that opens or closes with a button. A week ago when I tried to retract the sunshade I noticed that the driver side of the fabric started drooping. After trying a few more times the roller failed to retract…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-rear-axle-differential","label":"Rear axle bolt and rear drive unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11731079","quote_1_text":"Vehicle suffered a catastrophic drivetrain lock-up while traveling at approximately 25 mph. The rear wheels physically halted, creating an immediate loss of control and safety hazard. Upon inspection, the Rear Drive Unit (RDU) was found to have a failed pinion bearing/internal…","quote_2_odi":"11717248","quote_2_text":"The rear differential axle bolt on my vehicle has broken. There was no impact or collision prior to this failure. The vehicle suddenly made a loud noise and came to a complete stop in the middle of the road while I was driving with my [XXX] daughter in the car.…","quote_3_odi":"11688368","quote_3_text":"The 2020 Ford Explorer was repaired due to a recall on the rear differential bolt. The bolt that was replaced fell out and had to go back in for service. The dealer said Ford refused to pay the full cost and it was split between Ford and the owner.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-seat-restraint-anchor-recall","label":"Seat restraint fastener recall parts backorder","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724921","quote_1_text":"I've received more than one recall notice from Ford (Recall Number: 25S09) but ever time I contact my dealer to schedule service, they say that Ford has not released the parts. I'm very concerned since this is a SAFETY recall.…","quote_2_odi":"11715903","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V093000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.…","quote_3_odi":"11737444","quote_3_text":"Safety recall NHTSA 25V093, vehicle at dealership Cutter Ford, Aiea, Hawaii, for appointment to correct recall defect with the seat restraint bolts and the technician determined the center two rear seats failed the inspection and the bolts were defective.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2020-transmission-shifting-failure","label":"10-speed automatic transmission shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1135 total)","source_complaint_count":1135,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11739610","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Ford Explorer XLT sustained a major transmission failure at 94,574 miles without any warning lights. On a 200 mile trip home from Long Island NY to New Jersey the car began to jerk when changing from highway speed to a complete stop due to traffic.…","quote_2_odi":"11737609","quote_2_text":"Sudden transmission issues, no warnings. Ford Explorer 2020 XLT, had sporadic issues while driving on the highway, decided not to take it to pick up my children a few hours away after sudden jerking and revving high RPM's on the highway, proceeded to take backroads home.…","quote_3_odi":"11730492","quote_3_text":"On Tuesday April 7 as I was driving to work, as I was stepping on the break to pull into the parking lot and when the car hit 25 mph it jerked forward.; this was the first time I’ve ever experienced this so I didn’t think much of it.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11617010","quote_1_text":"Been dealing with this backup camera blue screen for the last year. I pay too much money for this not to be working. Someone came out yesterday to fix it but it's still doing the same thing.","quote_2_odi":"11670781","quote_2_text":"Backup camera has failed again aftyer being programmed twice and replaced once under recall's. But now it's out completely. It has worked off and on since new.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11588607","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 70–75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not…","quote_2_odi":"11638709","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the power train warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to exit the highway and the contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact stated…","quote_3_odi":"11709769","quote_3_text":"Police car started to run rough at low speed. Stalled in middle of road. Scanned codes and code for Catalytic converter showed up along with misfires from numerous cylinders. Brought to dealer and was told needed plugs and a wire. Vehicle was returned and the same issue…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-park-rollaway-recall","label":"Park engagement and rollaway after recall remedy","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11605306","quote_1_text":"Part 573 Safety Recall Report 23V-675 The recall that is has been applied causes safety issues with the car when driving forward or in reverse. When putting the car into park the parking break auto applies. Now that is great however.. When putting the car into reverse or drive…","quote_2_odi":"11717765","quote_2_text":"Recently purchased a vehicle that had just previously got a recall 23S55 3 weeks prior. Upon receiving the vehicle there was a slight clicking noise when going into gear. i took the vehicle to a ford dealer and they investigated the recall remedy was installed improper from the…","quote_3_odi":"11598328","quote_3_text":"I had my car towed to mechanic because transmission would go into park. He ran a diagnostic and found multiple codes (mechanics Bill and list of codes he found will be included) relating to transmission. He searched on a data base he uses Shopkey.pro(copy of recall will be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-rear-axle-bolt-fracture","label":"Rear axle bolt fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11606086","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear axle bolt fractured. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving on a busy highway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not…","quote_2_odi":"11707797","quote_2_text":"When given gas to move from a complete stop, vehicle lost all power. After vehicle lost all power to rear wheels, warning lights flashed on cluster. Manually moved vehicle to side of road and checked under SUV to see rear axle was at a unusual angle and later discovered rear…","quote_3_odi":"11697796","quote_3_text":"We received notification from Ford that there is a \"rear axle bolt fracture\" possible on our 2021 Ford Explorer and noted we were to contact our dealer to address. However when I reached out to the dealership (and then subsequently to Ford Customer Service) I was told that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-sunroof-sunshade-sagging","label":"Panoramic sunroof sunshade sagging and blocking rear view","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11732529","quote_1_text":"My car has 68,908 miles on it and the sunroof sunshade has drooped down now when I attempt to open it. When it does this it completely blocks the rearview window/3rd row seating which is a safety concern. There are no warning lamps at all for this issue. It sounds like it is…","quote_2_odi":"11705249","quote_2_text":"The sliding roof mechanism for the sunroof failed and droops into the backseat impairing vision. This can be triggered accidentally while driving causing zero rear visibility. This is part of the sun roof that is the shade keeping the sun out of the car. With extremely little…","quote_3_odi":"11729208","quote_3_text":"Sunshade has fallen off the tracks and the fabric is falling. This is a known issue amongst Ford Explorers with a sunroof; rear visibility is completely blocked. Ford requesting $1800 just to repair shade.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2021-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 382 total)","source_complaint_count":382,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11690229","quote_1_text":"Approximately 6 weeks ago, while driving at 30 -35 mph in residential area, vehicle started lurching/jolting, took to local dealership, nothing found, reported to Customer Service, instructed to write to FMC Consumer Affairs and am waiting on reply.","quote_2_odi":"11718529","quote_2_text":"Transmission clutch failure. As a result my 2021 ford explorer needs a new transmission.","quote_3_odi":"11668919","quote_3_text":"10 speed Transmission malfunction, needs replacing,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear backup camera blank or delayed display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-06 \\u21922026-06","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11616528","quote_1_text":"When the car is put into reverse. The reverse camera display is delayed in showing or shows a blue screen in lieu of the rear view. It started to happen around the 26 or 28,000 mile mark.","quote_2_odi":"11676271","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rearview became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was blank…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-brake-engagement-failure","label":"Service brake failure to engage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 \\u21922025-05","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11660723","quote_1_text":"Every component of the braking system signaled a fault & associated alerts simultaneously. Nearly a complete brake failure occurred (almost caused me to run into an intersection at a red light). Brakes maintained very little pressure even with pumping them…","quote_2_odi":"11573855","quote_2_text":"On 4 separate occasions the brakes on this Explorer failed to engage. The first incident happened as I was backing out of my garage and the brakes did not engage immediately. This resulted in my damaging our trellis…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-08 \\u21922026-06","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11740416","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle was driving unusually rough and the vehicle stalled. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power…","quote_2_odi":"11718125","quote_2_text":"Component/System: Low-pressure fuel pump/fuel delivery system related to Recall 25S75. Vehicle is a 2022 Ford Explorer Hybrid. Description: My vehicle is subject to Recall 25S75 involving the low-pressure fuel pump that can cause loss of fuel pressure and engine stalling…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-hood-latch-release","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 \\u21922025-09","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11656495","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the hood suddenly opened and struck the windshield, causing the windshield to crack. The contact stated that the month prior to the failure, the hood had been opened for a routine oil change…","quote_2_odi":"11582972","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at approximately 50 MPH, the hood came ajar and shattered the front windshield. The driver heard two abnormal beeps before the failure. There was glass on the interior of the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-rear-axle-bolt-fracture","label":"Rear axle bolt fracture and differential mount failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-07 \\u21922026-06","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11731426","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE BEGINS MOVING FROM STATIONARY POSITION(BOTH IN FORWARD AND REVERSE GEARS) A LOUD CLUNKING SOUND IS HEAR ORIGINATING FROM THE REAR AXLE/REAR DIFFERENTIAL MOUNTING BOLT. I HAVE SEEN IT MY SELF WHEN LOOKING UNDER THE VEHICLE…","quote_2_odi":"11715426","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Ford Explorer had Recall 23S55 performed on June 21, 2025 to address rear axle/differential fastener fracture. Despite the recall repair, the rear subframe-to-differential cover bolt sheared off while driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-reverse-engagement-delay","label":"Transmission delay engaging reverse and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-02 \\u21922025-12","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11559814","quote_1_text":"When shifting drive to reverse it takes 4 to 5 seconds to start moving the car. This being a very dangerous situation when backing into a busy street.","quote_2_odi":"11572058","quote_2_text":"Select reverse with gear shift. Does not engage reverse for approximately 8-10 seconds once selected and when engine is warm. Have almost been hit multiple times when backing up because it takes so long to engage reverse.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 \\u21922025-02","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11589564","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway and the sunroof exploded. No one around and no overpass. No signs of impact or object in or near vehicle. No other damage to vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11638451","quote_2_text":"Sunroof shattered while driving the speed limit of 55 on a normal roadway. I had my [XXX] son in the backseat when it exploded. NO dents/scratches/dings/chips were present on glass prior to shattering. No object hit the sunroof either…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2022-sunroof-shade-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof shade detachment blocking rear view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-11 \\u21922026-05","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11707167","quote_1_text":"While driving down the highway at about 55mph, I tried to open the panoramic sunroof. As it was opening, the sunroof shade/curtain did not retract into its roller assembly causing the shade to hang down from the roof. It blocked my entire view behind me…","quote_2_odi":"11696657","quote_2_text":"The sunshade portion of the moonroof does not retract when opening the moonroof. It simply hangs down, completely blocking the rear view of the driver when using the inside rear-view mirror.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-airbag-burn-injury","label":"Air bag deployment chemical burns to occupants","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739351","quote_1_text":"The front passenger-side curtain air bag caused the contact second-degree chemical burn on the right side of the stomach when it burned through two layers of clothing. The contact also suffered from a sprained left foot and left hand and lacerations from the shoulders and elbows…","quote_2_odi":"11602427","quote_2_text":"Side seat airbag has exhaust port facing inwards, instead of outward, towards the door of the vehicle, that caused the hot  chemical from the airbag to push out all the gas at the left side of my body, melting my clothes and causing chemical burns to my side when it deployed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-front-strut-rattle","label":"Front strut noise and premature failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11620574","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the front struts had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-lane-assist-unintended-brake","label":"Lane departure assist unintended braking or steering input","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11517340","quote_1_text":"the lane keeping assist did not function properly. In construction zones, back roads, and during rainy weather, the vehicle would jerk very hard to one side of the other. Even after trying to shut off the lane keeping assist feature, it it would automatically turn back on.…","quote_2_odi":"11684311","quote_2_text":"The system that warns the driver that you do not have both hands on the steering wheel. It turns on while I have both hands on the wheel and sometimes I can not get it to acknowledge that and the car begins to stop on the interstate, in traffic and in a dark tunnel wiht no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-powertrain-shift-stall","label":"Powertrain hesitation, rough shifting, and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746273","quote_1_text":"Since approximately June 2025, my vehicle has experienced delayed acceleration, hesitation, erratic RPM behavior, harsh shifting, loss of power, and intermittent warning lights. The vehicle has also stalled, jerked during acceleration, and exhibited transmission shuddering and…","quote_2_odi":"11557544","quote_2_text":"Every time i was traveling in sport mode, shifting was delayed & was very rough transition to next gear. Car was not accelerating or decelerating properly. Burning smell came from the engine. Car’s electrical momentarily went haywire. Wrench light came on. This happened within…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-rearview-camera-screen","label":"Rearview camera and SYNC display screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680777","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure obstructed the driver's visibility, which prevented the safe operation of the vehicle. The contact stated that the black screen was…","quote_2_odi":"11556797","quote_2_text":"The rear camera on my Explorer shows a blue screen most of the time and this has become a serious safety issue.  A few weeks ago while backing out of a parking spot I almost hit a pedestrian who came out of a double-parked car because the pedestrian was in my rear view mirrors…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-steering-lockup","label":"Steering lockup or loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11654443","quote_1_text":"While traveling at approximately 70 MPH on [XXX] near West Melbourne, Florida (between exits XXX and XXX) in the far right lane, the vehicle suddenly and without warning jerked aggressively to the left, crossing into the center lane, nearly causing a high-speed collision with a…","quote_2_odi":"11727211","quote_2_text":"While driving the car, the steering locked up making the vehicle unable to turn.  Thank got it happened in a parking lot where the truck blocked traffic for hours before getting towed.  The dealer took 6 weeks of guessing the problem with Ford engineers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2023-sunroof-headliner-leak","label":"Sunroof assembly leaks, sag, and glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541588","quote_1_text":"While on interstate at 70mph, the front sunroof exploded. Sounding like a gun going off.. was no vehicles in front of me to cause debris.. after pulling over to see what happened I could tell the glass was pushed up away from vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11695919","quote_2_text":"I have a 2023 Ford Explorer with a sun room/moon roof and the fabric is sagging causing visibility issues due to not being able to properly see out of my rear view mirror","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2024-fcw-sensor-bracket","label":"Forward-collision sensor bracket damage","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-14","quote_1_odi":"11746055","quote_1_text":"have been getting a warning coming up saying pre-collision sensor not available sensor blocked over 100 times brought it to the dealership and they said that the bracket for the sensor is broken due to road debris, impact or snow and ice buildup with no evidence of any damage","quote_2_odi":"11741974","quote_2_text":"pre-collision warning light comes up, saying sensor blocked and sensor is not blocked. Brought it to the local dealership found that the cruise control module bracket is damaged no visible damage or strikes to the bumper dealership says not under warranty, and Ford is aware of a","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2024-front-strut-clunk","label":"Front strut clunking and rattling","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-14","quote_1_odi":"11635531","quote_1_text":"Purchased new from dealer. At 3500 miles, noticed rattling and clunking noise under front end, more noticeable at speeds less than 35. Took to dealer who diagnosed as worn struts, saying shocks and struts need to be replaced, but they need to order parts. When asked if safe to","quote_2_odi":"11633176","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH in cold weather, the vehicle started making an abnormal clunking and rattling sound near the wheels. The contact was unable to determine the source of the noise. There were no warning","quote_3_odi":"11635284","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while parked upon inspecting the vehicle, he noticed the driver's side and passenger side struts failed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that both front struts needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2024-seat-mechanism","label":"Seat and headrest mechanism malfunction","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-14","quote_1_odi":"11711981","quote_1_text":"Driver seat not setting its memory for the driver , and will move on its own and go all the way to dash while setting in it or all the way back . Has happened multiple times and also twice while driving","quote_2_odi":"11700304","quote_2_text":"The headrest on the third row is locked in the upright position and won't fold down. 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I was leaving a restaurant in the dark and the distortion affected the headlights to the point it didn’t appear there were any on the right side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11696723","quote_2_text":"Visual blurry defect in windshield glass in driver side","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-bcm-recall-electrical-lighting","label":"Body control module recall electrical defects","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11703494","quote_1_text":"My vehicle originally showed more than 10 open safety recalls in the FordPass app and at the servicing dealer. I saved screenshots of each recall. After Ford performed a remote over-the-air software update, all but one recall suddenly disappeared from the app even though…","quote_2_odi":"11699522","quote_2_text":"“I rented vehicle VIN [XXX] from Budget Rental Car in Panama City Beach, FL (Reservation #XXX, Rental Agreement XXX). I later discovered the vehicle had an unrepaired federal safety recall (NHTSA Recall 25V543 / Manufacturer Recall 25C42) involving the Body Control…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Reduced or lost brake pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11744185","quote_1_text":"Deputy driving the vehicle reported to Fleet of Little to no power brake assist. Fleet found ABS fault codes C0020:64:68 present and sent to the dealer. Dealer is reporting back of possible ABS HCU fault.","quote_2_odi":"11703761","quote_2_text":"We purchased a 2025 Ford Explorer Active RWD and had a couple of issues with it. Twice when starting the car, foot on brake and when putting it into D the brake pedal drops a notch. It had some error codes as well and OF Course the dealer could find…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-forward-collision-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11738825","quote_1_text":"While driving on a clear road, the vehicle suddenly applied automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present. The braking was extremely aggressive and unexpected, creating a significant rear-end collision risk and causing physical discomfort (neck strain)…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11747556","quote_1_text":"While driving the infotainment center will randomly go black and loose all function. Eventually only the defrost icon will show up and if I stop and go into reverse , there is a delay for the back up camera to come on…","quote_2_odi":"11640714","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the infotainment screen intermittently went blank. The failure persisted and the contact stated that the instrumental panel partially went blank at start-up and while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-panoramic-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11669898","quote_1_text":"Just before [XXX] on [XXX], I was driving [XXX] near Bakersfield, CA. I was going approximately 60 mph. The outside temperature was about 88° and I had the inside a/c set at 69°. I was the only vehicle on the road at the time. I first noticed the technology screen…","quote_2_odi":"11667081","quote_2_text":"Rear panel of the sunroof exploded on the highway. Only 8200 miles on the vehicle. There were no other cars around to kick up a stone and I was not near any overpasses. Heard a loud popping noise followed by the sound of glass falling. Glass was down my back, in my hair and in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-steering-return-to-center","label":"Steering fails to return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746260","quote_1_text":"Bought my vehicle from a dealership advertised as Ford gold certified. Immediately after taking delivery of the car, the steering had an issue. Above ~30 mph the steering wheel does not reliably return to center on it's own.…","quote_2_odi":"11701444","quote_2_text":"Steering drifts to left and will not return to center with out darting to the right when correcting , a constant movement back and forth to keep it in your lane !","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2025-transmission-park-shift","label":"Unintended shift out of or failure to hold park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11708298","quote_1_text":"Parked vehicle on snowy driveway, went to back to unload personal items from liftgate, and vehicle began sliding backwards towards me. Ran to the driver‘s door, got in, put on brakes, started vehicle and pulled it forward.…","quote_2_odi":"11684602","quote_2_text":"Automatic Return To Park safety feature failed to stop vehicle from forward rolling causing vehicle to crash into open garage. The drivers door hit side of garage frame, closing onto my left leg causing calf muscle pain and bruising.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-bluecruise-adas-unexpected-cancel","label":"BlueCruise and ADAS unexpected disengagement","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740470","quote_1_text":"the BlueCruise hands free was canceling but was advised by dealer that it might need to download an update or sync my profile. Next day I confirmed the BlueCruise and adaptive cruise was not working. The hands free BlueCruise and adaptive system will cancel randomly with no…","quote_2_odi":"11737723","quote_2_text":"During driving all safety systems shutdown and give warning of fault    Has happened multiple times at different speeds","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-driver-seat-unexpected-recline","label":"Driver memory seat unexpected reclining while driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755498","quote_1_text":"The driver's memory seat has a serious malfunction. Whenever I enter the vehicle or switch between memory presets, the driver's seat unexpectedly reclines completely backward. This also crushes anyone sitting in the rear driver's-side seat, making it essentially unusable until…","quote_2_odi":"11745642","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to make a left or right turn, the front passenger’s side seat was moving from side to side. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown. The contact was informed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-electrical-total-loss","label":"Total electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749586","quote_1_text":"On the way to the dealership and while driving on the road, the vehicle screen listed the same “vehicle communication error” indicator and every single vehicle service light was on. We lost all electrical power. No blinkers, no miles per hour indicator, no lights etc, but we…","quote_2_odi":"11728173","quote_2_text":"Bought the vehicle brand new on March 13, 2026, and the battery light came on in less than 200 miles driven. The vehicle is currently in Ford's possession","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-engine-failure-loss-of-power","label":"Engine failure with sudden loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733462","quote_1_text":"While driving my new Ford explorer, with 638 miles on it, on the highway I heard a loud pop, and lost power steering. I was barely able to pull the vehicle over to the shoulder to get off the highway. If I would have been on an interstate or a busier highway it could have been…","quote_2_odi":"11737580","quote_2_text":"At approximately 1,700 miles, my brand-new 2026 Ford Explorer ST (3.0L EcoBoost) suffered a sudden, catastrophic engine failure while driving, causing an immediate and dangerous loss of motive power. Prior to the failure, the engine experienced severe misfires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-fuel-stall-intersection","label":"Engine stall and hesitation after fueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748926","quote_1_text":"This 2026 Ford Explorer has stopped, stalled, hesitated and jerks after fuel fill-ups. It stopped twice for myself in busy intersections. The dealer has had it for weeks and when driving the vehicle back to me, stalled and hesitated for Ford Service dept. twice","quote_2_odi":"11743994","quote_2_text":"The car sputters and stops when putting on the gas from a start position. I ended up stalling in a busy intersection on [XXX] All the dash lights come on and then the engine light comes on. Says, take to dealer. They are replacing the fuel pump now and trying that. This car has…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-moonroof-seal-water-leak","label":"Moonroof seal leak and water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738409","quote_1_text":"Within days of purchase, we discovered water leaking from the moonroof area into the interior of the vehicle, including water coming through the seatbelt pillar area , wetting the roof as well, during rain and vehicle washes. In addition to the leak, there is noticeable wind and…","quote_2_odi":"11756149","quote_2_text":"Moonroof had a seal leak. Ford replaced entire moonroof assembly. 3 weeks later the moonroof spontaneously shattered while driving down 40 MPH road, no trees, no rocks, etc. Fortunately, the inner cloth canopy was closed or shattered glass would have fallen down and hit driver…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer","model_slug":"explorer","cluster_id":"explorer-2026-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic/sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757224","quote_1_text":"We were driving our new 2026 Ford Explorer on the highway around 7:45 am on 8/15/26 when suddenly we heard what sounded like an explosion.  Fortunately, my husband did not wreck, roll the car or stop on the highway like I would have given the pure terror I felt.  He pulled over…","quote_2_odi":"11730076","quote_2_text":"I was driving home from work on the interstate.  It was not overly crowded and not many vehicles around me. I was going the speed limit. All the sudden I heard a loud pop and a very loud sound. I wasn’t sure exactly what happened.  I thought maybe I blew a tire…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ford/explorer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-engine-cooling-failure","label":"Engine cooling system leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2013-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10525830","quote_1_text":"RADIATOR LEAKING COOLANT INTERMITTENTLY. NOTICED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS LEAKING AT THE BOTTOM, ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. AFTER INSPECTING THE PROBLEM I DETERMINED THAT THE RADIATOR WAS LEAKING FROM THE TOP. I HAD MY MECHANIC LOOK AT IT BUT WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE LEAK (THE MECHANIC","quote_2_odi":"10326070","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC, 4.0L V6 WITH 7500 MILES ON A HIGHWAY, THE POWER STEERING, AC, AND ALTERNATOR CUT OUT AND VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY OVERHEATED. PULLED OVER SAFELY AND FOUND THE HARMONIC BALANCER WAS COMPLETELY MISSING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10399922","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC WITH APPROXIMATELY 26000 MILES. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND I SAW SMOKE COMING FROM BETWEEN THE CAB AND THE BED. I PULLED OFF THE FREEWAY, ONTO AN EXIT RAMP TO A FRONTAGE ROAD. I CALLED 911. BEFORE THE FIRE DEPARTMENT ARRIVED, THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11584230","quote_1_text":"My vehicle's engine has on a number of occasions simply quit running. The engine has died while underway, and also when resuming from a stop. It will or has to this point cranked without problems each time this has happened. I've just been fortunate it hasn't quit while I'm in a","quote_2_odi":"10408229","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN THE CARPOOL LANE OF FREEWAY THIS TRUCK WITHOUT WARNING SHUT DOWN POWER/SPEED AND TURNED OFF WITH A WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON. THE SECOND TIME IT DID THIS ON THE FREEWAY IN THE MIDDLE LANE THE THROTTLE BODY WAS REPLACED. ON 05/19/2011 IT DID IT AGAIN IN THE FAST LANE OF THE","quote_3_odi":"11047615","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING ON THE NYS THRUWAY PASSING A CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 75MPH AND MY ENGINE GOES DEAD. NO POWER OR GAS NO POWER STEERING NOTHING. I MANAGE TO GET TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND I CAN SMELL SOMETHING BURNING. I WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST FORD DEALERSHIP TO FIND THAT MY FUEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-seat-track-headrest","label":"Seat track movement and forward-angled headrests","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11434260","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Explorer Sport Trac. The contact stated that the driver seat track had become defective causing the seat to move back and forth while driving. The contact had the seat track replaced by an independent mechanic; however, the failure returned soon","quote_2_odi":"10356046","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE 09/03/2010. DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER HEAD RESTS ARE ANGLED FORWARD CAUSING HEAD TO BE TITLED FORWARD AND DOWNWARD. CAUSING SEVERE NECK AND BACK PAIN. NO REPLACEMENTS FOUND. FORD MOTOR COMPANY EMAILED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10575189","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT HAS BEEN ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY FOR A FEW MONTHS. AT FIRST, ONLY WHEN THE TEMPS DROPPED BELOW FREEZING BUT RECENTLY WITHOUT ANY PRELUDE. MANY PEOPLE WOULD RATHER RISK DYING IN A FIERY CRASH THAN GO TO A DEALER, BUT I DECIDED TO TAKE THE VEHICLE IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-transmission-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and gear-shift assembly failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219766","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION WILL SLIPPING OUT OF GEAR, WILL NOT GO INTO DRIVE, TAKES TIME GOING INTO DRIVE AND REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"10873009","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT THE TRUCK NEW IN MAY 2010. I HAD ALL THE SCHEDULED DEALER MAINTENANCE COMPLETED AS SCHEDULED AND THE VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN OFF ROAD. THE FOUR WHEEL DRIVE HAS BEEN ENGAGED TWICE, AND THE MAJORITY OF THE MILES HAVE BEEN ON THE HIGHWAY. THIRTY MILES FROM FT LEONARD WOOD","quote_3_odi":"11564197","quote_3_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition when gear selector is placed in park. This issue is due to the Gear Shift Assembly - Ford (9L2Z-7210-BB) malfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking or idle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10332288","quote_1_text":"WHEN YOU BRAKE WITH THE RIGHT FOOT SOMETIMES THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO LOW ENOUGH SO THE THE RIGHT FOOT HITS THE GAS PEDAL CAUSING THE CAR NOT TO STOP. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10578189","quote_2_text":"ISSUE IS THAT WHEN I APPLY THE BRAKES AND I DO NOT HAVE MY FOOT SUFFICIENTLY IN THE CENTER OR TO THE LEFT OF THE BRAKE PEDAL IT DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IN FULLY DEPRESSED. THIS CAUSES ACCELERATION OF THE ENGINE AND POSSIBLE FORWARD OR REWARD MOVEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10310415","quote_3_text":"MY NEW 2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC EXPERIENCE A THIRD SUDDEN ACCELERATION EVENT SINCE MY PURCHASING THE VEHICLE IN EARLY JANUARY. ON ALL THREE OCCASIONS I WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE SURGE IN ACCELERATION BY USE OF THE FOOT BRAKE. I AM WORRIED THAT AN ACCIDENT IS JUST A MATTER OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Explorer Sport Trac","model_slug":"explorer-sport-trac","cluster_id":"explorer-sport-trac-2010-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel detachment and tire sensor band failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10439795","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE THROUGH A FIELD AND CRASHED. UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10747618","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON PAVED ROAD, CLEAR WEATHER ENTERING A LEFT BANK, TURNED STEERING WHEEL TOWARDS LEFT AT 30 MPH. TRUCK STARTED TO SHIMMIED AND LOOSE CONTROL. IMMEDIATELY APPLIED BRAKE & STOPPED VEHICLE. BACK RIGHT WHEEL MISSING 2 WHEEL STUDS. HAD TIRES EXCHANGE 400 MILES PRIOR, NO","quote_3_odi":"10850865","quote_3_text":"I REPLACED THE ORIGINAL OEM PIRELLI TIRES IN DECEMBER 2015 WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATELY 36,000 MILES ON IT. THEY WERE REPLACED WITH THE SAME BRAND, SIZE AND STYLE OF PIRELLI TIRES. ON MARCH 8, 2016 AT APPROX. 42,000 MILES I RETURNED TO THE TIRE SHOP TO HAVE THE TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/explorer-sport-trac","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-dash-gauge-fuse-electrical","label":"Loss of dash gauges and warning lights, overheating fuse","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11538589","quote_1_text":"Dash lights do not work. Cannot see any dash gauges. Speed unknown. Dealer says unknown problem. Cannot fix. Non dearer repair shop gives same answer. Not safe to operate. Unknown speed , fuel level etc. also loud thump in transmission , has done this since purchased in 2010","quote_2_odi":"11290806","quote_2_text":"DASH LIGHTS GO OUT WITHOUT DOING ANYTHING, ALSO ALL GAUGES ON DASH GO TO 0 (LIKE WHEN THE TRUCK IS SHUT OFF) AND THE A/C COMPRESSOR AND BLINKERS STOPS WORKING, THE FAN CONTINUES WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11207366","quote_3_text":"TRUCK WAS PARKED HOOKED TO A CAMPER WHEN I TRIED TO START THE TRUCK IT WOULD NOT START. HAD TO TOW THE TRUCK TO THE FORD DEALER THEY TOLD ME IT WAS THE FUSE THAT OVERHEATED THEY WOULD HAVE TO REPLACE IT WITH A FUSE KIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-door-handle-structure","label":"Interior door handle breakage preventing door from opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11442534","quote_1_text":"2010 Ford F-150, 2 of my doors cannot be opened due to a defect of components in the handles. Ford does have a recall affecting the the same situation as mine, but according to my VIN# my vehicle is not included","quote_2_odi":"11408639","quote_2_text":"MY PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR IS STUCK CLOSED. I HAVE TRIED TO OPEN IT FROM INSIDE AND OUTSIDE AND MADE SURE IT WAS NOT LOCKED. I HAVE REMOVED THE DOOR PANEL INSIDE AS MUCH AS I COULD TO TRY AND PULL THE CABLE FOR THE LATCH","quote_3_odi":"11339983","quote_3_text":"THERE IS ALREADY A RECALL ON THESE VEHICLES FOR THE DOOR HANDLE. THE RECALL NUMBER IS 11S15. THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE BREAKS UNDER NORMAL USE AND DOES NOT SPRING BACK INTO POSITION. THIS CAN CAUSE A PROBLEM IN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-engine-stall-camphaser","label":"Engine stalling linked to cam phaser and spark plug failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11344283","quote_1_text":"FORD'S 5.4L 3 VALVE ENGINES INSTALLED IN THEIR 2004-2010 TRUCKS HAVE, UNFORTUNATELY, ESTABLISHED A REPUTATION FOR PREMATURE FAILURE. OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLE'S REPORT HEARING A TICKING NOISE FROM THE ENGINE ACCOMPANIED BY A LOSS OF POWER AND OFTEN A \"CHECK ENGINE\" LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11311764","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING MY F-150 TO WORK ON A CITY STREET AT A LOW SPEED LESS THAN 35 MPH WHEN THE TRUCK STALLED. IT COASTED TO WORK, WHEN I GOT OFF I PUT OIL IN IT AND IT STARTED AND DROVE NEARLY HOME. ONCE I GOT HOME ALMOST TO MY DRIVEWAY THE VEHICLE STALLED AGAIN. I OPENED THE HOOD AND","quote_3_odi":"11542333","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN RATTLE/ PRE MATURE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-rear-window-shatter-defrost","label":"Rear window shattering during rear defroster use","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11530652","quote_1_text":"While driving on interstate with defog operating, I heard a loud pop and one of the rear window panels had shattered. Apparently this is a common issue, yet Ford has not issued a recall","quote_2_odi":"11299659","quote_2_text":"WEATHER WAS 28 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. LEAVING WORK I TURNED ON MY REAR GLASS DEFROST AND ON MY 20 COMMUTE TO MY HOME ABOUT 1 MILE FROM MY HOUSE AT AROUND 4:20 AM CENTRAL STANDARD TIME MY REAR PASSENGER SIDE BACK GLASS SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"11288780","quote_3_text":"THE TRUCK WAS STARTED AND ALLOWED TO IDLE FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES. WHEN THE DRIVER ENTERED THE TRUCK THE REAR DEFROST WAS STARTED. WHILE THE TRUCK WAS STILL PARKED AND ABOUT 1 MINUTE AFTER THE DEFROST BUTTON WAS HIT THERE WAS A LARGE POP. UPON INVESTIGATION, THE DRIVER'S SIDE PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts that will not release from the studs","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11439220","quote_1_text":"Swolen lug nuts cannot be removed","quote_2_odi":"11350729","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY TRUCK INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE AND THEY ADVISED ME THAT THEY COULDN'T ROTATE MY TIRES BECAUSE I HAVE SWOLLEN LUGS WHICH I UNDERSTAND IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORD VEHICLES BETWEEN 2005 AND 2015. THEY TOLD ME I WOULD NEED TO BUY NEW ONES","quote_3_odi":"11310186","quote_3_text":"FORD MAKES LUG NUTS WITH ALUMINUM CASINGS THAT AFTER 1-5 USES BECOME SWOLLEN AND MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO REMOVE LUG NUTS FROM VEHICLE ESPECIALLY IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2010-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected downshift and slipping in automatic transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":850,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11755521","quote_1_text":"The truck on multiple occasions shifts into lower gear unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"11678632","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to 1st gear, and the service vehicle soon warning light soon illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle, and the vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"11644456","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH with the cruise control feature activated, the power train warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission unexpectedly downshifted into first gear and the rear wheels","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"ford-f150-2011-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering lockup or failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":2137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11658765","quote_1_text":"I was driving when the steering locked up with no warning light on the dash or fault messages. Was driving on a road and taking a turn when I went straight into the woods not allowing control of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11590981","quote_2_text":"Loses power steering while driving without warning","quote_3_odi":"11532501","quote_3_text":"At speeds greater than 45mph on left hand turns or corners the steering wheel will lock in place and will only return to center with driver intervention","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"ford-f150-2011-rear-window-crack","label":"Rear window cracking and defroster failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":2137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11603365","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rear windshield failed to defrost as needed. In addition, the contact's son noticed a crack had formed in the rear windshield causing moisture to enter the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11521383","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was a crack on the passenger's side rear windshield. There was no impact to the rear windshield that could have caused the crack","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"ford-f150-2011-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":2137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11623877","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to respond as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated, with an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11550273","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that her daughter stated when she pressed the accelerator pedal, the vehicle jerked and then stalled","quote_3_odi":"11532937","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that at start up, he heard a rattling sound coming from the hood of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and camshaft failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"ford-f150-2011-transmission-downshift","label":"Transmission unexpected downshift to first gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":2137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11665060","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side the road. The contact stated that upon depressing the","quote_2_odi":"11656759","quote_2_text":"Driving 40mph the truck down shifted to 1st gear","quote_3_odi":"11592746","quote_3_text":"Unexpectedly downshifted to first gear from 4th gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"ford-f150-2011-vacuum-brake-booster","label":"Vacuum brake booster and brake pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":2137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11666484","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on an incline, the contact started the vehicle and depressed the brake pedal; however, the vehicle started to roll backwards. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11646645","quote_2_text":"Brake system alarm. When the mechanic put the computer reader on it, it’s saying it’s a vacuum issue. This issue has been recalled on several 2011 FordF150’s, but when I look up my VIN, it says there isn’t a recall on mine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2012-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake pedal and hydraulic system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":1717,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11611274","quote_1_text":"While traveling at high way speed my brakes failed. We almost rear ended people and almost crashed into the divider. Thankfully the parking brake still worked.. We are very grateful that no one got injured. The truck is getting repaired at ford as I write this and it was","quote_2_odi":"11594345","quote_2_text":"While driving on the NYS Thruway my brake light came on and when I tried to engage my brakes it was difficult to push the pedal and the brakes were barely responsive. Now the brake pedal is difficult to push each time I start the vehicle and it barely stops when I begin moving","quote_3_odi":"11564592","quote_3_text":"TRUCK MADE RUMBLING/GRINDING NOISE FROM REAR-RIGHT BEDSIDE AREA, THEN WHILE APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, AN ATTEMPT TO SLOW+STOP THE TRUCK WAS MADE, BUT THE PEDAL WENT STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR AND VEHICLE PROCEDED THROUGH INTERSECTION, AFTER PULLING INTO SAFE SPOT, BRAKES STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2012-ecoboost-engine-failure","label":"3.5L EcoBoost cam phaser rattle and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1717,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11671812","quote_1_text":"The cam phasers are in need of changing. Ford has acknowledged they are aware of the problems with the 3.5 Ecoboost engine but will not take responsibility and repair them. I definitely can not pay for this type of tepair","quote_2_odi":"11655004","quote_2_text":"2012 f150 3. 5L Ecoboost engine. Had the all too well known rattle at start up because of failed to ing components/timing chain stretched. Repair cost me 5k dollars and failed AGAIN after only 4000 miles. Got code for timing being over-retarded","quote_3_odi":"11648816","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1717,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11593106","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing, the “Service Power Steering Now” message was displayed. Additionally, the contact stated that the steering wheel became stiff and would not turn as intended","quote_2_odi":"11582064","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the message \"Service Power Steering Now\" activated, and the power steering malfunctioned, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to turn in either direction","quote_3_odi":"11543442","quote_3_text":"The contact while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a left turn, the steering wheel became firm. The \"Power Steering Assist Failure\" message was displayed. The contact pulled over and turned off and restarted the vehicle several times while driving to the residence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2012-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":125,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1717,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11673875","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11666819","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from a higher gear into a lower gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"11657778","quote_3_text":"when slowing down the transmission slams down into a lower gear with a loud noise. it hits hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11676488","quote_1_text":"When I put my Truck in Reverse...My Backup Camera goes BLACK with NO PICTURE. Which has caused me to back into things","quote_2_odi":"11658356","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera screen displayed a blue screen, and there was no visible image displayed. The contact stated that the failure had created a visibility hazard. The contact","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-brake-master-cylinder-leak","label":"Brake master cylinder leak into brake booster","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11673904","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, the brake pedal independently went to the floorboard. The ABS and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating with the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11661809","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing out of a driveway, the brake pedal was depressed and went down to the floorboard. The contact used the parking brake to stop the vehicle. The brake warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11679124","quote_1_text":"Truck has 91,200 miles and was well maintained. Truck has a loud rattle (like rocks in a can) on dry start up after sitting for several days. Rattle goes away after starting and is consistent with worn CAM PHASERS, as shown in many videos on the internet describing this known","quote_2_odi":"11672215","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that at the initial start, there was a loud rattling sound coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The first time the failure occurred, the rattling sound ceased after","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-rear-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11677263","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side rear door unexpectedly opened. The contact stopped the vehicle and attempted to close the door; however, the door failed to close and became inoperable. The","quote_2_odi":"11660466","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the passenger's side rear door failed to lock as needed. The contact stated that the locking mechanism was inoperable. The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-steering-wheel-seizure","label":"Steering wheel seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11675966","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. In addition, the steering failure warning light illuminated. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11666851","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while exiting the driveway, the steering wheel moved voluntarily and failed to respond as intended. The contact stated that the steering wheel then seized. The message \"Power Steering Fault\" was displayed on the screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2013-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift to low gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":138,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":2796,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11678320","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the speedometer went to 0 MPH, and the transmission failed to shift out of 1st gear. The contact shifted into neutral and shifted back to drive; however, the transmission still failed to upshift into","quote_2_odi":"11661762","quote_2_text":"The faulty output shaft speed sensor (OSS) causes a signal loss between the sensor and the powertrain control module (PCM), leading to a sudden downshift into first gear, regardless of the vehicle's speed. This sudden downshift can cause the rear tires to slide, potentially","quote_3_odi":"11638558","quote_3_text":"Ford recalled 107,850 2013 Ford F-150 trucks with 5.0-liter or 6.2-liter engines due to a transmission issue. The recall was issued on June 10, 2019, with the recall number 19V433000. The transmission could unexpectedly shift into first gear, regardless of the vehicle's speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2014-brake-master-cylinder-booster-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11670286","quote_1_text":"While driving the brakes failed and pedal was to the floor. No warning light before this happened. Warning light eventually came on after the failure. This was a very scary situation","quote_2_odi":"11636089","quote_2_text":"had a recall on my truck to replace master brake master cylinder on October 2014, my truck lost braking power on [XXX] before I was able to leave my community almost resulted in me driving to a pond with toddler in the backseat","quote_3_odi":"11591125","quote_3_text":"Catastrophic brake failure. Drove truck normally the night before, but when I got in the next morning to go somewhere the brake pedal went to the floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2014-electronic-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11676701","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH, the steering wheel independently steered to the right and the vehicle independently drove off the road and into an embankment","quote_2_odi":"11629588","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel began erratic movement from right to left causing vehicle to swerve in a deadly fashion. Steering wheel continues to whip from right to left while sitting still on side of road","quote_3_odi":"11643098","quote_3_text":"The vehicle had a complete loss of control of the power steering. Thankfully, it happened in the driveway and not on the highway. The message said Power Steering Assist Fault","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2014-fuel-pump-throttle-body-stall","label":"Fuel pump and throttle body stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11676151","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON I 75 TO FLORIDA ENGINE CK LIGHT ACTIVATED. WAS A CAUTIONARY LIGHT. UPON GETTING TO FL TOOK MY TRUCK TO A FORD DEALER WHO FOUND THAT BOTH FUEL PUMPS HAD FAILED. I NOW SEE FORD IS RECALLING F-150 TRUCKS DUE TO FAULTY FUEL PUMPS","quote_2_odi":"11672640","quote_2_text":"First occurrence with my F-150 STX driving home from work. Started my truck and got a block and a half away and the truck stopped accelerating and completely shut off. All the lights and engine was off","quote_3_odi":"11600643","quote_3_text":"Throttle Body has failed 3 times. I am on my 4th one. 1st at 28k, 2nd 59k, 3rd 100k. Engine completely shuts down at high speed. Extremely dangerous, especially when towing. No warning given. Just stops running . Wrench icon appears on dash. Then engine shuts down immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2014-timing-chain-cam-phaser-failure","label":"Timing chain and cam phaser failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11670760","quote_1_text":"Cam phasers yes engine could blow up cause to lose control of my vehicle yes by a ford dealer no no warning lamp or message rattle at cool startup","quote_2_odi":"11662342","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH and exiting the gas station, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle jerked and then stalled","quote_3_odi":"11655302","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and idling, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and was unable to restart. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2014-transmission-unexpected-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift to low gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11675622","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was sliding. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11676404","quote_2_text":"I was driving about 75mph when my 2014 Ford F150 suddenly downshifted from 6th gear to 2nd. As a result of the unexpected downshift, my body was pushed into the steering wheel, and the rear end of the truck slid sideways as it slowed down to 65mph","quote_3_odi":"11668458","quote_3_text":"Me and my wife was going 45 mph down the road and it downshift to 1s 2nd gear out the blue almost causing a driver to almost rear end us scared us to death so we pulled over when we could, no lights on dash nothing once we stopped it will be good for awhile then happen again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake fluid loss and brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11648830","quote_1_text":"brakes failed all fluid leaked out","quote_2_odi":"11616346","quote_2_text":"Front passenger side brake line (plastic) burst - causing no braking on vehicle. This happened when parked and just starting to drive vehicle out of carport","quote_3_odi":"11581767","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and entering an intersection, the brake pedal was depressed, and the pedal extended to the floorboard. Due to the brake failure, the vehicle failed to stop and drove through a red…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch and lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11633821","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door failed to unlock while using the key fob or the key. The contact stated that while inside the vehicle, the symbol showing that the door was ajar was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11613941","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the passenger’s side door failed to lock as intended. The contact stated that the door occasionally opened without driver input. The driver's side front door failed to lock","quote_3_odi":"11583281","quote_3_text":"The door latches freeze during cold weather and prevent me from closing and latching the doors. Ford has previously attempted repairs to my vehicle under Customer Satisfaction Program 20M04, but the repairs have not worked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-exhaust-manifold-bolt-failure","label":"Exhaust manifold bolt failure and warping","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11650698","quote_1_text":"Broken exhaust bolt on passenger manifold. Exhaust leak... Felt as though Carbon monoxide gas was entering cabin portion of truck. Smelling of exhaust in cabin of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11579797","quote_2_text":"The exhaust manifolds have warped, breaking a nut and stud and causing an exhaust leak. I am finding this is an extremely common failure indicative of a design flaw","quote_3_odi":"11576103","quote_3_text":"Exhaust manifolds bolts breaking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-oil-pan-leak","label":"Oil pan leak on 2.7L EcoBoost engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11616247","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that during a routine oil change, the contact was informed by the dealer that the oil pan was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the oil pan was replaced eight times","quote_2_odi":"11637482","quote_2_text":"Oil pan leaking due to having a plastic oil pan","quote_3_odi":"11580855","quote_3_text":"This engine defect is well known to Ford ; it involves the 2015-2017 2.7 liter ecobost . These engines were produced with a faulty oil pan gasket . I just paid to replace the third oil pan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-rear-sliding-window-failure","label":"Rear sliding window detachment from frame","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11666319","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear sliding glass. The contact stated that the rear sliding glass frame had fractured","quote_2_odi":"11615199","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear sliding window fell onto the rear seat","quote_3_odi":"11662181","quote_3_text":"Upper rail for sliding rear window came off causing the rear slider to fall into the back seat. This is a known problem with 2015 and newer F150's with a rear sliding windows","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-throttle-body-limp-mode","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode from throttle body failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11591358","quote_1_text":"Throttle body failure approx every 45,000 miles. Bought F-150 new, now driven it approx 135,000 miles. Failure occurs when driving a various speeds, incl 75 mph. Engine shuts down, complete loss of power","quote_2_odi":"11670271","quote_2_text":"electronic throttle body has failed and been replaced 2 times in 51756 miles. when failure occurs while in traffic truck engine loses power leaves me in dangerous situation","quote_3_odi":"11614650","quote_3_text":"I bought the vehicle 3 to four weeks ago. For about a total of 6 or 7 times since I purchased the vehicle, the vehicle unexplainably goes into Limp Mode for no apparent reason. The engine is idling but will not accelerate at all, which in my case was extremely dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2015-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":101,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1425,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11676656","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the transmission downshifted to 1st gear from 6th gear, causing the rear wheels to lock up temporarily, and the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11650399","quote_2_text":"Full transmission failure after switching to 4 high on snowy highway. Speed during shift was about 50 mph. We were left stranded on a busy highway outside of Steamboat Springs, CO in wintry conditions for almost 2 hours while waiting for roadside assistance","quote_3_odi":"11667047","quote_3_text":"Transmission constantly shifts erratically. When this happens, the transmission gets stuck between 3rd and 5th gears and sometimes only stays in 5th gear, no matter how fast the truck is going or even if it is not moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image loss or distortion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11659476","quote_1_text":"Backup Camera has stopped work has a blue screen. Was told by Ford that it was a wiring harness that is having problems this is the 3rd time that i have had to replace it","quote_2_odi":"11658532","quote_2_text":"Rear camera image becomes distorted or inoperable during reversing. Discovered recent a recall covers many similar vehicles however not my specific vehicle despite having the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11625448","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the rearview camera would display a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The contact stated that the failure had obstructed the driver's visibility which prevented the driver from safely operating the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-door-latch-freeze","label":"Door latch freezing and failing to latch","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11636359","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side door latch failed to latch as intended. The contact stated that during extremely cold freezing weather, the door occasionally failed to unlock as needed or failed to…","quote_2_odi":"11646674","quote_2_text":"Passenger door will not latch and close on 2016 Ford F-150 after snow storm. While the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side door latch failed to latch as intended. We discovered the issue when we were trying to leave our house during the extremely cold freezing weather","quote_3_odi":"11635111","quote_3_text":"Due to the freezing (around 20 degrees F) temperatures, the latch of the front-driver’s side door was frozen and was unable to close. The door would initially open, but any attempt to close it afterwards became unsuccessful","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-exhaust-manifold-crack","label":"Exhaust manifold cracking or bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11677531","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact while driving at undisclosed speeds, or while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormally high-pitched sound coming from the exhaust manifold. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11638875","quote_2_text":"At approximately 62,000 miles, a loud noise started from the passenger side of the engine, car was taken to the local Ford dealership for repairs, and it was determined that the bolts for the exhaust manifold broke which was causing fumes to enter the passenger compartment","quote_3_odi":"11641502","quote_3_text":"Exhaust leak from manifold and broken bolt from engine block causing unhealthy exhaust to go into the cabin. Faulty Exhaust manifold removed/replaced with an upgraded new manifold/engine block bolts by license auto repair shop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-frame-rust-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11668675","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the subframe was severely rusted. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for a routine oil change and was determined that the subframe was severely rusted","quote_2_odi":"11667099","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while undergoing a routine inspection at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the vehicle failed the inspection due to a rusted subframe","quote_3_odi":"11666530","quote_3_text":"I went for an oil change, tire rotation, etc at the dealer on 6/9/25 and was told that my frame had rust damage/holes and would not pass inspection this coming December","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-oil-pan-gasket-leak","label":"Oil pan gasket leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11645585","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that during a routine oil change visit, the mechanic observed condensation near the oil pan. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the oil pan and valve covers needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11643245","quote_2_text":"Oil pan leaked once before I bought the vechicle and once again at 90,000 miles and once again at 143,000 miles. Ford knows there is a problem related to the oil pan gasket and plastic oil pan","quote_3_odi":"11642169","quote_3_text":"Dec 2021 - Normal maintenance check including oil change. Technician informed me about leakage at oil pan. TSB 23-2083. Replaced defective oil pan. Jan 2025 - Normal maintenance check including oil change. Technical informed me about leakage at oil pan. TSB 24-2098","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window spontaneous cracking or shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11634265","quote_1_text":"My F150 2016 rear glass shatter for no reason. it was parked in driveway and when I came out of morning","quote_2_odi":"11634395","quote_2_text":"The contact's son owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 60 - 65 MPH with the defroster activated, the rear windshield started to crack. The driver drove the vehicle to the contact's residence and parked the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11618628","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that there was a loud pop coming from the vehicle while driving approximately 60 MPH, and the contact became aware that rear windshield had exploded. There was no impact to cause the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-sunroof-rail-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof rail failure and water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11627458","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and attempting to open the sunroof, the sunroof made an abnormal popping sound. The contact noticed that the panoramic sunroof panel had become inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11632868","quote_2_text":"Sunroof rails broke for the second time, and the sunroof will not close on the drivers side. This problem is putting extra pressure on the glass since it isn’t seated properly. Water also leaks in during rain storms and has caused electrical issues","quote_3_odi":"11664405","quote_3_text":"2016 Ford F-150 XLT panoramic sunroof rails damaged not adhered to truck properly and water leaking into Vehicle. excessive water damage from faulty Sunroof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2016-transmission-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift to low gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1693,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11753628","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway speed limit 65, and all of the sudden it down shifted to first gear, jerking the truck almost to a complete stop, very scary and unsafe","quote_2_odi":"11753253","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 - 45 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the wrench warning light illuminated, with the number 6 displayed","quote_3_odi":"11661859","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the transmission warning light was intermittently flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the transmission unexpectedly downshifted while driving at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-brake-hose-leak","label":"Front brake hose fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11671025","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving in the snow at slow speeds, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed","quote_2_odi":"11650184","quote_2_text":"Front brake flexible hose assembly failure without warning leading to loss of brake function. Luckily this was noticed during start up while parked. Brake fluid discharged with each brake pedal depression","quote_3_odi":"11678827","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while coming to a stop, there was an abnormal screeching sound while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11668055","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon cold start-ups, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the engine. During the failure, the rattling noise was present for approximately 20 seconds before self-correcting; however, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11666382","quote_2_text":"During cold start and sometimes during a warm start the engine rattles. Took to local mechanic and the cam phasers and timing chain are bad. Truck was not covered on recall of newer engines","quote_3_odi":"11678172","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle on several occasions, the engine made an abnormal rattling sound. The vehicle was taken a dealer, where it was diagnosed that all four Variable Camshaft Timing (VCT) units needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-door-latch-freeze","label":"Door latch freezing in cold weather","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11635957","quote_1_text":"The door locks on all four doors keep freezing and will not stay locked. I have to thaw them out with a hair dryer to get them to lock closed","quote_2_odi":"11637394","quote_2_text":"On several occasions, both the drivers front door and passenger front doors have opened while driving without activating the door handle. This only occurs when it is wet with rain or snow and below freezing outside","quote_3_odi":"11645572","quote_3_text":"My door latches have been freezing again making it impossible to close the door. In some cases, you don't know until the door just flies open","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-hard-shifting","label":"Hard shifting and gear hunting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11638866","quote_1_text":"2017 F150 transmission 10R80 started failing at 80K miles and completely failed at 113K. Dealer was asked to inspect the transmission but they misdiagnosed it","quote_2_odi":"11752997","quote_2_text":"Our 2017 Ford F150 Raptor is having issues with hard shifting. It does a clunking and jerking noise while changing into certain gears, 3rd and 4th. It sounds like the transmission is about to fall out. Ford has had to do a software diagnostic on it","quote_3_odi":"11653618","quote_3_text":"On a regular and routine basis, the vehicle is known to have difficulty in shifting between 3rd and 5th gear. Often times, while shifting, the transmission will hesitate to shift before lurching into the next gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-oil-pan-leak","label":"Oil pan and valve cover oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11637015","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Ford F150 STX with 3.5L Ecoboost engine was recently noted to have a leaking oil pan. I was told by my mechanic that the OEM plastic/composite Ford oil pans have a chronic problem with leaking seals","quote_2_odi":"11674446","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Ford F-150 is experiencing an oil pan leak. F150 model is equipped with the 2.7L EcoBoost engine. This is a lack of RTV adhesion at the oil pan seal. My dealership wants over 1k to fix which I refuse to pay","quote_3_odi":"11668497","quote_3_text":"I took it to a local shop I’m familiar with, and he said both valve covers were warped, and there is a TSB out from Ford about this issue. The valve covers, over time, will warp, causing oil to slosh out onto the hot exhaust manifold, and everything else","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-rear-defroster-glass","label":"Rear defroster wiring overheat and glass fracture","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11636104","quote_1_text":"The wiring for the rear defrost caught fire. A week later it caused the rear glass to completely shatter. We didn't know it was the rear defrost wiring until we had the glass replaced and were able to see the wires fried","quote_2_odi":"11649518","quote_2_text":"The contact's husband then heard an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the rear window cracked. The contact called an independent mechanic and was informed that the defroster had heated up and cracked the rear window","quote_3_odi":"11642713","quote_3_text":"Was driving down the highway and there was a strong smell like something electrical was burning. I thought it was someone's brakes or clutch burning. About 3 minutes later I stopped and went into a store and when I came out my whole back window was shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-rearview-camera-image","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11670969","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera shuts off intermittently or shows a degraded image while backing up which creates a safety hazard because I almost crash into objects or other vehicles due to limited visibility","quote_2_odi":"11646939","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while shifted in reverse, the rearview camera intermittently failed to display an image from behind the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the digital screen displayed a blue or colorful distorted image","quote_3_odi":"11658483","quote_3_text":"Back up camera blue screen in 2017 ford f150","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2017-uncommanded-downshift","label":"Uncommanded downshift at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11675766","quote_1_text":"Driving at 70mph on the interstate on 07/23/2025 and vehicle violently downshifted while in cruise control. Rear tires locked briefly. Driver and passenger were restrained by the seat belts or there would have been a loss of control. I was able to pull to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11650852","quote_2_text":"Loss of gear at highway speeds. Went from 10th gear to 1st. Tires locked up and an error for the drive train showed up on the dash. Pulled over, restarted vehicle and it seemed to work. This has happened 3 times since","quote_3_odi":"11658419","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 30-35 MPH, the vehicle jerked while in first gear and briefly lost motive power before slamming into gear. The gear shifter notification disappeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2018-10r80-transmission-shift","label":"10R80 transmission hard shift and gear drop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1835 total)","source_complaint_count":1835,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677133","quote_1_text":"10r80 Automatic transmission. Randomly hunts for gears, often suddenly switches to Neutral before slamming into gear, sometimes loses gears on the highway, after a stoplight/sign or in the middle of intersections leading to a temporarily stalled vehicle in high traffic areas.…","quote_2_odi":"11676405","quote_2_text":"The transmission randomly drops out of gear while driving. Most cases its a 2-3 shift or 3-4 shift. But its almost caused me to be rear ended twice. Its random and shifts normal most of the time. After doing research on the 10r80 I've seen muiltiple complaints on the issue. Its…","quote_3_odi":"11674330","quote_3_text":"At or around 85,000 miles, I noticed my vehicle hesitating going into 3rd or 4th gear. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle began hard shifting into that 3rd/4th gear. Occasionally, the vehicle would lunge forward unexpectantly during this gear shift change. There have been several…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2018-brake-master-cylinder-booster","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1835 total)","source_complaint_count":1835,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11676689","quote_1_text":"2018 Ford F-150 2.7 liter. Master cylinder and power brake booster failure. Confirmed by independent service center. Prior to failure there was a warning light indicating low brake fluid. I then lost all braking ability within 3 brake pedal depressions. My brake pedal touched…","quote_2_odi":"11678221","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space, the brake pedal extended to the floor while depressed, causing the braking distance to be extended. The contact discovered brake fluid was leaking from the vehicle, with the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2018-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1835 total)","source_complaint_count":1835,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677877","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated whenever the vehicle was cold started, the vehicle was shaking and shuddering abnormally. The contact stated that after 10-seconds, the vehicle started to idle smoothly. There was no warning illuminated. The contact had…","quote_2_odi":"11676758","quote_2_text":"While driving to Sam's Club (approximately 20 miles from home), my 2018 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost began running very rough, and the check engine light came on. I had the vehicle scanned, and diagnostics confirmed that the cam phasers are failing — the exact issue I had replaced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2018-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1835 total)","source_complaint_count":1835,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11676259","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil consume oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was provided an…","quote_2_odi":"11675304","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is consuming oil at a 1 quart per 1100 mile rate. i have had it tested at a Ford dealer. there is Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) 19-2365 for the year, make and model but Ford isnt offering a repair. The repair is approximately $14,000.00 that should not be the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1835 total)","source_complaint_count":1835,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11671118","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced. The fuel pump was…","quote_2_odi":"11677709","quote_2_text":"My vehicle (2018 Ford F150) is presenting with the same issues the 2021- 2023 ford an Lincoln models regarding the fuel system with my truck sputtering in 7th and 8th gears and stalling. It has stalled a few times in the past few months. The spark plugs have been changed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2019-backup-camera","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":954,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11672064","quote_1_text":"Back up camera went black, then a very distorted picture came back on. I could not see to safely back up. Diagnosed by dealer found internal failure of back up camera.","quote_2_odi":"11663512","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera used to glitch when put in reverse. Now it goes completely black (or blue) when vehicle is in reverse. There was a recall on this involving 2021 and newer models but I believe this problem goes back even further. Because it’s a truck, I have a huge blind spot in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2019-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cam phaser rattle on startup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":954,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11674788","quote_1_text":"I purchased this truck about a year ago. After two oil changes, the cam phasers began to rattle on startup. It has the 3.5l Ecoboost engine. This is a known problem and there have been tsb's but they come and go during short windows. The cam phasers were finally updated in 2021…","quote_2_odi":"11675078","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information: •Make: Ford •Model: F-150 •Year: 2019 •VIN: [XXX] Complaint Summary: Cam Phaser Defect — Safety Risk and Manufacturer Negligence 1. Component/System Failure This complaint involves a mechanical failure of the cam phaser system (part of the variable valve…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2019-timing-chain","label":"Timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":954,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11674533","quote_1_text":"At 101,000 miles, the engine lost power, check engine light came on, and service transmission light came on. This happened while pulling a trailer up a mountain, slowing the truck rapidly, and becoming a hazard to surrounding interstate traffic. The dealer diagnosed the problem…","quote_2_odi":"11673086","quote_2_text":"Knocking, rattling noise so we brought to the mechanic. Cam phasers and timing chain need to be replaced.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2019-transmission-erratic-shift","label":"10-speed transmission erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":118,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":954,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11677225","quote_1_text":"The transmission can behave erratically: Harsh shifting, jerking or lunging, occasional temporary loss of power, gear slipping, difficulty shifting gears, and unexpected movement while driving. I have already had the vehicle inspected and the transmission serviced, but the…","quote_2_odi":"11676045","quote_2_text":"Unexpected downshift from 10th down to 1st gear then back to 10th.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2020-backup-camera","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11649344","quote_1_text":"Backup Camera is Distorted Blank image displays error message","quote_2_odi":"11627333","quote_2_text":"The rear view camera turned black, sometimes purple, the image is distorted. I googled it and it says 700,000 F150's were recalled for this problem but when I called the Ford where I live they said it didn't have a recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2020-engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11654629","quote_1_text":"*Engine failed - Rattle was detected and after dealership took a look at the vehicle, it was determined that the engine needed replaced because the truck was consuming oil at a high rate and there was metal found in the manifold. *If I continued to drive a truck with low oil, a…","quote_2_odi":"11671161","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal and the engine seized. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The oil warning light was illuminated.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2020-front-camera-precollision","label":"Front camera and pre-collision assist fault","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11676012","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message “Pre-Collision Assist Not Available” was displayed and “Front Camera Malfunction - Service Required\" was displayed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…","quote_2_odi":"11660325","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-150. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the messages \"Front Camera Malfunction\" and \"Pre-Collision Assist Not Available\" were displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not repaired. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2020-transmission-erratic-shift","label":"10-speed transmission erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":104,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11657966","quote_1_text":"Transmission is being replaced for a 2nd time due to erratic downshifting at highway speeds. Going from 10th to 1st to 5th and back to 10th gear. Then loss of power.","quote_2_odi":"11656259","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION STALLED INTO FIRST, WOULDNT ALLOW YOU TO PUT VEHICLE INTO GEAR UNLESS YOU TURNED VEHICLE OFF AND BACK ON. FORD SERVICE CENTER VERIFIED CONCERN IN PARKING LOT. VEHICLE STARTS IN FOURTH GEAR AND LUNGES VERY ROUGH. NO DTC. FLUID LEVEL FULL BUT VERY DARK WITH FINE METAL…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2021-daytime-running-lamp","label":"LED daytime running lamp failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1141 total)","source_complaint_count":1141,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737918","quote_1_text":"Both of the Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) on my 2021 F150 have failed. They cost `$2,000 each to replace. They are LEDs, and were billed as never needing replacement, and certainly not under 50k miles. A quick search shows that this is a common issue with…","quote_2_odi":"11732645","quote_2_text":"I have a 2021 F150. The vehicle has LED day time running lights (DRL's). Several of the lights have overheated and melted the plastic internally to limit the transmittance of light. Thus it appears that the light is not functioning, but the reality it has…","quote_3_odi":"11723768","quote_3_text":"The passenger side day time running light is dimmed drastically and almost not visible anymore on the upright section. After doing research , this seems to be a very common issue and not a cheap repair. Some states day time running lights are mandatory to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall (recall 25V455)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1141 total)","source_complaint_count":1141,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728868","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2021 Ford F-150, the vehicle suddenly began shaking, lost power, and shut off completely while in motion. This created a dangerous situation as I was left without acceleration while driving. Prior to the failure, there were no major issues…","quote_2_odi":"11726933","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost VIN: [XXX] Complaint Description While driving approximately 70 mph on a highway, my 2021 Ford F-150 PowerBoost suddenly displayed a “Stop Safely Now” message and immediately lost propulsion. The engine shut down without warning…","quote_3_odi":"11733727","quote_3_text":"I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding my 2021 Ford F-150 Lariat 5.0L V8, which is included in recall 25V455 (Ford campaign 25S75) involving low-pressure fuel pump failure that may cause engine stall while driving. Ford announced this recall…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2021-rear-axle-hub-bolt","label":"Rear axle hub bolt failure and recall 23V896 parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1141 total)","source_complaint_count":1141,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728016","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 20 MPH, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train).…","quote_2_odi":"11725610","quote_2_text":"Have been trying to get recall for rear axle (NHTSA Recall Number23V896) taken care of since June 2025. Dealer (Corwin Ford, Reno NV) ordered parts on or around August 4. 2025. As of March 19, 2026, dealer has not received parts and made recall repair.…","quote_3_odi":"11729807","quote_3_text":"Unreasonable Delay in Remedy for Recall 23V896 / 23S65 I am filing this complaint to report an unacceptable delay in the remedy for NHTSA Recall 23V896 (Manufacturer 23S65). This recall was issued in December 2023, yet as of April 2026, the manufacturer continues to claim that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2021-reverse-camera-blackout","label":"Rearview camera blackout (recall 25V315)","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1141 total)","source_complaint_count":1141,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11725212","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while reversing, the camera became inoperable and blank, and she crashed into a cement base. Although the pole was in her view. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or police reports filed. No warning…","quote_2_odi":"11723511","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds and while in reverse(R), the infotainment screen froze and went black.…","quote_3_odi":"11740900","quote_3_text":"RECALL 25V-315/25S49 has not been fixed on my truck. ive taken in multiple times since last year and programming doesnt fix the issue. final conclusion from the dealer is replace camera system. which they want me to pay $800 for. Since this is a recall…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2021-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"10R80 transmission hard shifting and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1141 total)","source_complaint_count":1141,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737490","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Ford F-150 with the 10-speed transmission has started shifting very hard and making grinding noises while accelerating. The truck will sometimes hesitate between gears and then slam into gear unexpectedly. I have also experienced sudden hard downshifts…","quote_2_odi":"11739631","quote_2_text":"When stopping for a redlight the 10r80 transmission locks itself into 10th gear. I have taken 7 or 8 actual videos for proof of that. Also when leaving a intersection the transmission runs up to the rev limiter in 1st gear then slams into 2,3,4 and 5th gear.…","quote_3_odi":"11729134","quote_3_text":"Transmission is shuddering at speeds up to 60mph. Can cause the vehicle to jump repeatedly.I am worried at such a high speed the vehicle could lose control and put my life and others at risk. Also can shift very hard when coming to a stop so much so that it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-10r80-hard-shifts","label":"10R80 transmission hard shifts and gear skipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733362","quote_1_text":"Hard shifts from 10R80 Transmission in 2022 f150, I’ve had a lot of hard shifts especially in lower gears, clunking sounds and skipping gears every so often, the 10R80 transmission should be recalled in all fords and have the updated parts in them, it is unacceptable to have…","quote_2_odi":"11720760","quote_2_text":"10 speed [T]ransmission issue first noticed w/ milage under 10k. [T] would “slam” while downshifting from 5/4/3/2 when coming to stop. Gradually progressing in severity w/ increase of milage. [T] has now started to miss gears when upshifting from 3/4/5/6, causing a brief lag in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-bo-audio-static-blast","label":"B&O audio system loud static and popping","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718853","quote_1_text":"The vehicle produces an extremely loud static or popping blast from the speakers at startup or during operation. The volume controls do not respond and the noise can only be stopped by shutting the vehicle off. The sound is ear-piercing, leaves ringing in the ears, and startles…","quote_2_odi":"11725526","quote_2_text":"On three occasions when I have started the truck, there is a deafening sound from the speaker system that sounds like a pop with glass shattering. Then it had a loud static sound that can't be silenced and the volume button does nothing. After turning the truck off for 5-10…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-exterior-lighting-failures","label":"Daytime running light and rear light bar failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696383","quote_1_text":"The daytime running lights have failed one by one. Now they are all out of service. These are white LED fixtures built into the area around the headlight. These are not user-serviceable. The dealer says they are going out on all trucks due to a wiring issue.","quote_2_odi":"11694636","quote_2_text":"The light bar on the tailgate that is the brake lights and reverse lights is known to get moisture inside and stop working. It is a known problem with Ford as they recalled them 2 years ago and replaced it under warranty. However the replacement part suffers from the same issue…","quote_3_odi":"11697730","quote_3_text":"The rear lightbar assembly on our 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning Lariat has developed micro-cracks in the outer lens, allowing moisture to accumulate inside. This has caused flickering or inoperative reverse lamps and now appears to be impacting the rear passenger blinker, which…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733226","quote_1_text":"See attached document for complaint. I have received several notices concerning this recall, dating back a little over a year. I have called the customer service department several times in the past year. To date, no \"fix\" is available on a defect that can cause a loss of fuel…","quote_2_odi":"11731314","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer Recall Number: 25S75 NHTSA Recall Number: 25V455 This recall has been open since July 8th, 2025 with no updates from Ford or the NHTSA. I am concerned because there is an increased risk of crash at failure, and the bulletin says that the risk is greater in high…","quote_3_odi":"11730868","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH up an incline, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated with a message to stop the vehicle displayed. The vehicle was restarted, and a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-rear-axle-hub-bolt","label":"Rear axle hub bolt fracture and axle detachment","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733201","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was subject to Recall FSA 23S65, which addresses a defect involving the rear axle hub bolt. I brought the vehicle to a Ford-authorized dealership for the recall repair; however, the repair was not properly completed. The rear axle hub bolt subsequently failed…","quote_2_odi":"11726128","quote_2_text":"Rear axle bolt fell off and then car stopped being able to move. Axle spins no movement. I was driving while this was happening on a very busy road.. Thankfully I was able to stop in the middle of the road but not able to pull over. Had to push the car out of a busy road. Took…","quote_3_odi":"11719990","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear axle unexpectedly detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train). The vehicle was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2022-throttle-hesitation-dead-pedal","label":"Throttle hesitation and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 820 total)","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738865","quote_1_text":"In the second year of ownership I noticed that occasionally I would get no throttle response from the gas pedal when trying to accelerate. After several occurrences I began to pay close attention as to when this was occurring. I found that this occurs mostly, not exclusively…","quote_2_odi":"11696457","quote_2_text":"the vehicle fails to accelerate when coming of a turn, the accelerator pedal does not respond for several seconds, then the vehicle lunges forward. Ford was contacted and no fix for this problem. I think this is very dangerous.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-10r80-harsh-shifting","label":"10R80 transmission harsh shifting and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11754209","quote_1_text":"While driving normally, the transmission suddenly shifts down violently from 10th to 8th gear, and rapidly jumping from 10th to 8th to 10th, causing harsh shifts. This occurred while driving on a highway or above 60mph","quote_2_odi":"11752501","quote_2_text":"The torque converter inside my transmission on my 2023 f-150 “started coming apart” and has spread metal throughout my entire transmission and transmission cooler","quote_3_odi":"11694879","quote_3_text":"The transmssion is shifting by itself from from a low gear (say 1st or 2nd) directly into 8th gear which bring the truck to a complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-brake-system-faults","label":"Brake system faults and unexpected brake activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11738411","quote_1_text":"I was on the highway doing 70mph and went to break and I had no brakes. I was terrified. I kept trying and I got it to break and pressed again and lost them again","quote_2_odi":"11725804","quote_2_text":"The electronic brake booster system failed while driving the vehicle causing the brakes to lock up and almost caused a collision with a tree putting me and my family in danger. Car was towed to the dealer and confirmed electronic brake booster failure","quote_3_odi":"11733375","quote_3_text":"While driving up to 40 mph, the emergency brake will randomly come on causing me to skid and stop suddenly. I manually have to turn back off the emergency brake to drive again. This incident has occurred in traffic multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-cluster-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and display screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11733547","quote_1_text":"Screen goes entirely black intermittently, lasting up to 30 minutes. Occurs while vehicle is in motion. Issue persists even after stopping and restarting vehicle. Loss of speedometer, battery state of charge, warning lights, and all driver information","quote_2_odi":"11706967","quote_2_text":"The instrument cluster on my vehicle has failed intermittently and/or completely, resulting in loss of speedometer visibility and loss of critical warning indicator information","quote_3_odi":"11679946","quote_3_text":"While driving down the road, the driver gauge display screen completely goes dark. All information displayed normally on the screen, such as speed, mileage, and vital information about the vehicle stops, displaying entirely. This has happened multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11719493","quote_1_text":"The sunroof of my vehicle burst while I was driving on the highway. There was no warning and the vehicle was not hit by anything. The glass shattered and came into the truck cabin","quote_2_odi":"11749988","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway and the right, rear window shattered and blew glass all over the inside of my truck (the cab). There was no incident, no stress cracks, etc. The window simply “exploded”","quote_3_odi":"11681110","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road going around 40 mph. No vehicles around me at all and no trees overhead when my sunroof suddenly exploded. No impact whatsoever occurred prior to the explosion, I just heard a loud boom, and glass started raining onto my sunroof liner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Loss of engine power and acceleration while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11737813","quote_1_text":"The engine was in electric mode, I went to push the acceleration pedal and nothing happened. The truck would not accelerate for 4-5 seconds. I then put the accelerator pedal to the floor and it finally engaged and the truck flew","quote_2_odi":"11719330","quote_2_text":"On 3 separate occasions, while traveling at highway speeds on the NJ Garden State Parkway in the left lane, my truck’s service engine light soon wrench would come on out of nowhere, the throttle would cut out, and the gas pedal would go limp and unresponsive","quote_3_odi":"11699953","quote_3_text":"I was accelerating out of an intersection after the light turned green and suddenly experienced a loss of power. The Ford service center diagnosed this as a Transmission fluid auxiliary pump fault","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-rear-axle-hub-bolt-recall","label":"Rear axle hub bolt fracture and recall parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11729045","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while making a left turn, there was a loud popping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The accelerator pedal was depressed, and there was a grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle rolled to a stop on the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11706689","quote_2_text":"The service department inspected the hub bolts and declared the vehicle unsafe to drive until the recall is completed due to sheered bolts. Although the recall says the parts are available, that is apparently not accurate","quote_3_odi":"11715394","quote_3_text":"My pickup rear axle is clicking and popping and rolls when in Park until the Parking Brake is applied. All symptoms as stated in the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-rear-lamp-water-intrusion","label":"Taillamp and light bar water intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11695507","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning has moisture and condensation building up inside the rear tailgate light bar. It looks exactly like the issue described in Ford recall 23S30, also known as NHTSA recall 23V-418","quote_2_odi":"11733363","quote_2_text":"The component initially developed visible stress cracks across the housing. This has now progressed to a total electrical failure of the unit. The light bar serves as a primary housing for the vehicle's brake lights and reverse lights. These lights no longer illuminate","quote_3_odi":"11706100","quote_3_text":"Rear Taillight assembly filled with water due to a crack. The water caused the bulb to burn out. Dealer tried to get Ford to cover the taillamp and the manufacturer denied the claim stating the crack was not a flaw in manufacturing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":489,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11704939","quote_1_text":"I was trying to park the vehicle and it unexpectedly started to accelerate. I had to slam on the brakes. This is not the first time this has occurred. It’s happened many times","quote_2_odi":"11704390","quote_2_text":"My F150 2023, while driving at slower speeds on four different occasions while applying the brakes, the truck will start accelerating all on its own! I contacted a ford dealer and they verified on their end that the truck has done this","quote_3_odi":"11696522","quote_3_text":"I was in my driveway, I placed the vehicle in reverse backed out normally, when I put it into Drive I let go of the brakes, I did not press the accelerator pedal, and the truck instantly accelerated while in electric mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-forward-collision-avoidance-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance failure to brake or alert","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11668437","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], at approximately [XX], a deer unexpectedly ran out from the side of the road and struck the side of my vehicle. The deer ran out from a tree line that backs up to a neighborhood adjacent to [XXX] The deer was to the left, and the A-Pillar blocked the view of the deer,…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-gear-shifter-park-lock","label":"Gear shifter and park position lock malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11661114","quote_1_text":"Folding shifter issues with many F150s. Gets stuck in park or drive. Seems to be a rampant issue. Stuck in park is one thing, stuck in drive is extremely dangerous... Also causes service lights.","quote_2_odi":"11714900","quote_2_text":"After operating the vehicle normally and backing into a parking space, I stopped the vehicle and selected Park, turned the vehicle off, and exited. Before the driver’s door was closed, the vehicle began to roll forward unexpectedly. I ran back to the vehicle and reentered it to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-hard-transmission-shifting","label":"10R80 transmission hard shifting and clunking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11695280","quote_1_text":"My 10R80 transmission in my F-150 as an absolute mess. Brand new, less than 16k miles. Hard shifting up and down, shift delays, & clunks. The shift delay between gear 1-3 (it likes to skip gear 2) is downright dangerous. Leaving my parking garage at work, while actively slowing…","quote_2_odi":"11678329","quote_2_text":"The 2024 F150 10R80 transmission in my truck has an issue where on cold starts it will hesitate and then clunk going into 5th gear. You can avoid this by shifting into reverse first and then shift into drive. This does not throw a code and seems to go away after the transmission…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-headlight-glare","label":"Headlight glare reported by other drivers","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11710282","quote_1_text":"Headlights are incredibly blinding, causing other drivers to struggle with driving. This has put both me and other drivers in danger.","quote_2_odi":"11709927","quote_2_text":"The design of this and similar model vehicle headlights are excruciatingly painful when on during night and day to oncoming drivers and to those drivers where the vehicle approaches from behind. It is unbelievable that our own government agency, NHTSA, that is set up to protect…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout or flicker","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11728843","quote_1_text":"Instrument cluster has started to flicker when driving. Have had incidents where instrument cluster freezes while driving and a blank black screen when first starting. Whenever the screen freezes or turns black, turning the vehicle off and on again fixes the issue. It seems that…","quote_2_odi":"11667585","quote_2_text":"While driving, the Instrument cluster will shut off and turn back on. 1 time while using ford Blue Cruise feature, when the instrument screen shut off, the truck lost communication swerved into the other lane. I have had the instrument cluster screen replaced 3 time and it would…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-recall-25v512-parts-delay","label":"Rear axle recall 25V512000 parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11745086","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Ford F-150. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V512000 (Power Train) however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The contact stated that he later received…","quote_2_odi":"11726641","quote_2_text":"Recalls: First notice August 2025; second notice Recall #25V512 dated March 2026.The wheel and hub bolt in the rear end may become loose or break. Continued driving with a broken bolt may lead to wear within the axle and damage the axle hub splines. Vehicles with damaged axle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f150-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration despite brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11648946","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? When the brakes were applied, the vehicle accelerated instead of slowing down/stopping. The vehicle is available for inspection and we are begging for someone to investigate this…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11695552","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera intermittently failed to display image when truck arrived to dealer from manufacturer in Jun 2025 before purchase. Problem confirmed by dealer. Camera replaced by dealer but problem persisted within weeks of purchase","quote_2_odi":"11694224","quote_2_text":"When in reverse the backup Camera Goes to a clear image then randomly goes from a Black screen to a Green Screen and then back to normal. During that whole process and chime goes off in the truck","quote_3_odi":"11669872","quote_3_text":"The dealership in West Branch Michigan assured me that they would fix it. Subsequent visits and followup with dealership have been unsuccessful in the fix. During this time I almost ran over my grand daughter when backing up with no rear view camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-bluecruise-phantom-braking","label":"BlueCruise phantom braking and lane-centering deviations","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692043","quote_1_text":"While traveling eastbound on US-290 with BlueCruise engaged (hands-free with lane centering and adaptive cruise), an 18-wheeler flatbed changed into my lane directly ahead. The system did not decelerate or otherwise respond to the cut-in and continued closing speed on the truck","quote_2_odi":"11696012","quote_2_text":"BlueCruise was engaged in hands‑free mode when, without driver input, the system became confused and initiated repeated left/right steering corrections. The vehicle weaved within the lane several times in quick succession","quote_3_odi":"11732347","quote_3_text":"Forward collision assist was activated without warning and for no reason. Brakes were applied abruptly causing the vehicle to slow down dramatically causing passengers to lurch forward which caused temporary discomfort in head, neck and shoulder area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-brake-function-loss","label":"Loss of brake function with ABS warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11675627","quote_1_text":"While driving roughly 30-40mph, there was complete loss of brakes. complete soft pedal to the floor with no brake function. ABS and Brake lights flash on dash board, parking brake malfunction warning. No prior warnings, issues, messages indicating need for brake service","quote_2_odi":"11707805","quote_2_text":"complete loss of brakes. there was zero response from the brake pedal for several complete pumps to the floor. after about 4 complete \"stomps\", the brakes locked, resulting in a violent and sudden stop","quote_3_odi":"11679984","quote_3_text":"Brake failure on freeway vehicle has 2000 miles. I almost got off hwy but stayed on shoulder after brake warning avoided hitting cars and coasted with very little brakes. Could cause death vehicle was towed from hwy to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss and instrument cluster blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744155","quote_1_text":"My F150 lost all power while driving as my wife was approaching a stop sign on XXX. Everything in the truck failed to work. When the power went out all safety devices: 4-way hazards, parking brake, brakes, airbags, steering etc... were inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11675502","quote_2_text":"The electronic instrument cluster went completely dark and would not come on after turning off the vehicle and locking and unlocking the truck","quote_3_odi":"11660025","quote_3_text":"At approximately 1460 miles the red \"SERVICE CHARGING SYSTEM NOW\" and many other messages appeared while I was on an interstate traveling at 70mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-powertrain-recall-parts-delay","label":"Powertrain recall 25V512000 repair parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740570","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V512000 (POWER TRAIN) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were available","quote_2_odi":"11727017","quote_2_text":"The contact had been calling the local dealer to schedule an appointment since September 2025, but the contact was advised that parts were not yet available. The contact called the manufacturer and was advised that parts would be available by the end of 2026","quote_3_odi":"11709846","quote_3_text":"While the manufacture states parts are available, I have not been able to get any and have been waiting since October of 2025. NHTSA Recall Number25V512","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Rear window and moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748436","quote_1_text":"When I got out to investigate I realized the back glass of the truck had shattered and was laying in the bed of the truck. There was no indication of vandalism, the glass had pushed out from the inside, apparently related to the recent high heat in my area","quote_2_odi":"11740665","quote_2_text":"While parked in my driveway, the rear window exploded/shattered. I had local Ford rep come look at it, take pictures and submit to Ford for warranty coverage. The vehicle was purchased in January 2025 and has 28,888 miles - so still under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11738640","quote_3_text":"Traveling on 2 lane road with no vehicles ahead or behind—full roof sun roof glass exploded, loud gunshot sound and broken glass. Remaining glass bowed up and a lot of glass blow back on to bed cover","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-shifter-park-fault","label":"Gear shifter stuck and park engagement faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721836","quote_1_text":"Shifter stuck in drive and blinking yellow D indicator light after stopping for a gate to open. Power cycle of vehicle did not resolve. Leaving vehicle stranded. No service lights engaged","quote_2_odi":"11701445","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into the driveway and depressing the brake pedal, the gear shifter independently shifted to park(P), locked, and remained in park(P). The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as intended","quote_3_odi":"11651583","quote_3_text":"1st incident: shift lever on centre consul \" froze\" in recessed position and vehicle could not be shifted into gear. Mileage at 500. 2nd incident: Mileage at 1600. With engine running, shift lever \" froze\" in reverse gear and couldn't be moved","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150","model_slug":"f-150","cluster_id":"f-150-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control speed surges","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749740","quote_1_text":"The F150 truck accelerates immediately and aggresively to full throttle when I floor the gas peddle to merge traffic on freeways. It continues at full throttle regardless what I do","quote_2_odi":"11739196","quote_2_text":"Driving down a two lane road without any cruise control on the truck suddenly speeds up to almost 90mph with out pressing on throttle had hold brake down engine rpms were in the red shut truck off for it to finally go back to normal","quote_3_odi":"11653801","quote_3_text":"My brand new truck with 3500 miles when the cruise control is set to a speed the truck will randomly accelerate un commanded. This occurs when for no reason the cruise control will select 95 MPH if you at 75 MPH. It will do this at any speed selected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/f-150","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-audio-pop-static","label":"Loud popping or static burst from audio speakers","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688558","quote_1_text":"When I started my 2022 Ford F-150 equipped with the Bang & Olufsen (B&O) sound system, a sudden extremely loud “sonic boom” noise came through the speakers without warning","quote_2_odi":"11614226","quote_2_text":"I started my 2022 F150 with B/O Audio and an extremely loud blast that sounded like a cannon shot out of the speakers","quote_3_odi":"11541222","quote_3_text":"When turning on the radio, there was a very loud pop like a gunshot or firework going off in the cab followed by sustained white noise coming from the speaker system at full volume","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-battery-reduced-power","label":"High-voltage battery fault causing reduced power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11592259","quote_1_text":"While driving on interstate (I-95) truck lost power and stopped in lane of traffic. Car displayed the following messages \"Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power\" and \"High-Voltage Battery Warning","quote_2_odi":"11540515","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving my daughter to school. While driving on the road, at 20 miles per hour, car dashboard displayed \"Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power\" and \"High-Voltage Battery Warning","quote_3_odi":"11545321","quote_3_text":"Battery module failure. Vehicle in limp mode, with 20% available power. Drove to dealer (40mi one-way) at 55mph. Contacted Ford Battery Electrical Team for support","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-bluecruise-lane-departure","label":"BlueCruise hands-free steering veering out of lane","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578874","quote_1_text":"This 2021 F150 is equipped with Ford BlueCruise. More than one time the truck has tried to leave the road while engaged","quote_2_odi":"11596168","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at 20–25 MPH with the BlueCruise hands-free driving mode activated, the steering wheel inadvertently veered to the right, and the vehicle violently jerked across three lanes of traffic before slamming into…","quote_3_odi":"11543258","quote_3_text":"Bluecruise when driving east bound by highland illinois will lose control of the vehicle and let it drive outside of its lane. The lane control of the vehicle provides no alerts when this happens","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-dead-pedal-throttle","label":"Delayed or absent throttle response at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749943","quote_1_text":"My F150 will, on occasion, not accelerate when I am going slow and making a right turn. There are no fault lights, just the engine does nothing when I press the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"11730146","quote_2_text":"I just started the truck, put it in gear, and began driving slowly through the parking lot. The gas pedal was unresponsive—even when pressed all the way to the floor, the truck would not accelerate or move","quote_3_odi":"11615899","quote_3_text":"When traveling at low speeds, 10-15 mph, and coasting (no accelerator input) then pressing the accelerator there is no response. The engine will not rev up and the truck will not accelerate for a good 6-8 seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-rear-axle-bolt-shear","label":"Rear axle retaining bolt shear (Max Tow package)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11555369","quote_1_text":"I was driving south on Interstate 5 near Stockton CA and I noticed an awful sound coming from the back of my truck. When I gave it more throttle nothing was happening, my truck was slowing down, the more throttle I gave it the louder the grinding noise got","quote_2_odi":"11559405","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Ford F150 Powerboost Hybrid has the Max Tow Axle option. A known defect is that the LH and RH Axle bolts break early in the life of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11540952","quote_3_text":"Max Tow Package option. Rear Axle Bolt failure (broken bolt ). Torque to yield bolt design is apparently a defect they are not able to solve","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f150-lightning-2022-rear-lightbar-moisture","label":"Rear light bar moisture intrusion, inoperative lamps","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670591","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-150. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the rear light bar failed to function as intended","quote_2_odi":"11683967","quote_2_text":"Water formed from condensation caused the Lariat Light bar to no longer function","quote_3_odi":"11655072","quote_3_text":"My truck was \"repaired\" for recall 23S30. The light bar gets microcracks that leet water in and short out the lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-axle-bolt-shear","label":"Rear axle/wheel-end bolt shear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681336","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V896000 (Power Train). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11639466","quote_2_text":"On my new Ford F-150 Lightning, five out of the six studs on the right front wheel sheared off, leaving just one lug nut and stud holding the wheel on","quote_3_odi":"11646057","quote_3_text":"The rear axle bolts were both discovered to be broken during a recent tire change","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure including regenerative braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, making a right turn and coming to a stop, the check engine and Forward Collision Avoidance warning light were deactivated","quote_2_odi":"11589768","quote_2_text":"The parking brake engages randomly when the 2023 F150 Lightning Lariat ER comes to a stop while driving, thus increasing the risk of a crash","quote_3_odi":"11540824","quote_3_text":"I depressed the brake further (we were already slowing due to turning vehicle) but the truck did not slow at which point I depressed the brake pedal as hard as I could. The truck did not slow at all in this time (no brake locking, no skid marks)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-hvac-airflow-loss","label":"HVAC airflow loss during air conditioning use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578620","quote_1_text":"A/C System stops blowing out of the vents. Blower motor can be heard operating but nothing comes out of vents. Issue is intermittent and happens randomly","quote_2_odi":"11535843","quote_2_text":"HVAC airflow gradually goes to zero when demanding air conditioning on days > 80F. Air conditioner lines will develop a thick layer of ice prior to experiencing no air flow","quote_3_odi":"11571716","quote_3_text":"A/C stops blowing out any vent although you can hear the blower motor running. If car is off for 5 minutes, A/C resumes working for a short time, and then repeats above problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11598971","quote_1_text":"When I turned on vehicle the instrument cluster screen was blank. Could not see my speed, etc. Restarting vehicle after placing in park did not fix it","quote_2_odi":"11578039","quote_2_text":"Instrument cluster completely off and unable to turn back on. Unable to see speed, power, braking features, or any other indicators","quote_3_odi":"11562913","quote_3_text":"We were driving down the road and the cluster screen went completely black. We couldn’t tell what speed we were going or any other information that gets displayed there","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-powertrain-reduced-power","label":"Powertrain malfunction with reduced power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737813","quote_1_text":"I have a 2023 f150 powerboost. I slowed down to a yielding sign to turn right onto the state highway. The engine was in electric mode, I went to push the acceleration pedal and nothing happened. The truck would not accelerate for 4-5 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11594949","quote_2_text":"While driving at high way speeds, a fault in the drive train was detected and reduced power to the electric motors, reducing our speed to only 5 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11536106","quote_3_text":"When coming to a stop, say a stop light or stop sign, after a few seconds at a complete stop, the vehicle lurches violently forward. First time it happened, I thought I was rear ended, but no one was behind me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-stop-safely-now-no-start","label":"Stop Safely Now no-start warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565778","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the message \"Stop Safely Now\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11546007","quote_2_text":"I am consistently getting an error message to stop safely now and the vehicle will not start. It is a known issue with Ford and they have promised a fix later this year","quote_3_odi":"11533237","quote_3_text":"When starting truck so far 4 times in the first month of ownership it doesn’t start. No codes but dash displays full accessory mode and stop safely now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Rear light bar water intrusion causing lamp failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693299","quote_1_text":"Defective rear light bar allowing water intrusion causing some reverse lights and brake lights to malfunction including a running rear white light shining into the face of drivers causing a safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11692325","quote_2_text":"Rear light bar housing brake lights and backup lights have water inside the assembly. Water is causing shorting of the lights","quote_3_odi":"11649370","quote_3_text":"Tailgate light bar was replaced under safety recall due to concern of moisture getting into housing. Replacement bar now shows signs of water in light bar after rain storm. Both red and reverse lights are flickering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667203","quote_1_text":"While braking slowly to park at my home, my 2023 Ford F-150 Lightning XLT suddenly accelerated forward without any throttle input. The vehicle struck a wall. My foot was on the brake and I did not touch the accelerator","quote_2_odi":"11605892","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, with the brake pedal was lightly depressed; however, without a foot on the accelerator pedal, the vehicle inadvertently surged forward","quote_3_odi":"11624934","quote_3_text":"My truck jumps/lurches forward after coming to a complete stop, despite the brake pedal being applied. It almost feels like I’m being rear ended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2024-camera-quality","label":"Backup and surround-view camera image quality","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649103","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a broken backup camera (extremely blurry, barely or unusable). It has not functioned properly since the vehicle had about 2,500 miles on it, around 15 December 2024","quote_2_odi":"11629247","quote_2_text":"The cameras are of poor quality and are often blurry, including the 360 view. Cleaning the lenses does does resolve the issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2024-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734282","quote_1_text":"While driving on a surface road in Columbia, MD at approximately 40 mph, the dash display of the 2024 Ford Lightning Flash went completely blank, leaving no indication of vehicle speed, battery percentage, battery temp, motor temp, cruise control status etc","quote_2_odi":"11650081","quote_2_text":"The digital display on the dashboard went black and would not reappear","quote_3_odi":"11648969","quote_3_text":"Instrument cluster went dark and doesnt work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2024-drive-mode-revert","label":"Drive mode reverts to Normal, disabling regen braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750676","quote_1_text":"Following a software update by Ford in the past 6-8 months, upon start-up my vehicle asks me which drive mode I wish to be in but then after 15-45 seconds \"forgets\" my answer and changes drive modes","quote_2_odi":"11750210","quote_2_text":"Following an over-the-air software update in November 2025, my truck will not stay in the drive mode I select. At every startup the vehicle prompts me to confirm Sport mode and I select Yes","quote_3_odi":"11750342","quote_3_text":"However sometime in November the truck received an OTA update that has introduced a bug that causes the truck to make an uncommanded return to the Normal drive mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2024-shifter-fault","label":"Gear shifter fails to engage selected gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661114","quote_1_text":"Folding shifter issues with many F150s. Gets stuck in park or drive","quote_2_odi":"11660586","quote_2_text":"Gear Shifter stuck in D with amber light blinking constantly. At the same time, the Amber Wrench symbol appeared on the dash, with \"Service vehicle soon\" warning message","quote_3_odi":"11618002","quote_3_text":"The vehicle moved forward with the shifter set in reverse. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk because the vehicle moved in the opposite direction from that indicated both by the position of the shifter and by the audible backup warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-150 Lightning","model_slug":"f-150-lightning","cluster_id":"f-150-lightning-2024-unintended-accel","label":"Uncommanded acceleration despite braking or foot off pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746670","quote_1_text":"As I was rolling slowly back, the truck started to accelerate on its own, I had not increased pressure on the pedal","quote_2_odi":"11698604","quote_2_text":"The truck accelerated dramatically. It clipped two charging stations, hopped a curb and went into a field, headed for a major lane of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11632132","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 55 MPH and attempting to slow the vehicle, the RPMs suddenly increased, after which the contact became aware that the vehicle was accelerating independently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-150-lightning","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-death-wobble-steering","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11412929","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD STEERING WHEEL AND ENTIRE TRUCK STARTED WOBBLING VIOLENTLY. HAS DONE THIS SEVERAL TIMES. ONLY WAY TO MAKE IT STOP IS TO ALMOST COMPLETELY STOP THE TRUCK. HAS HAPPENED WHEN DRIVING LESS THAN 45MPH ON CITY STREETS AND WHEN DRIVING 65MPH ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11030126","quote_2_text":"FRONT WHEEL WOBBLE AKA DEATH WOBBLE. VEHICLE BECAME SEVERELY UNSTABLE AT HIGHWAY SPEED (70 MPH) AFTER HITTING BUMP IN ROAD, FRONT OF VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL. HAD TO SLOW VEHICLE TO 25 MPH TO STOP SHAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-dpf-regen-power-loss","label":"Exhaust regeneration power loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2012-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10437471","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-250 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 20 MPH. A SENSOR BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE, INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS CLEANING ITS EXHAUST. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DECELERATED DURING THIS","quote_2_odi":"10351986","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FOR AT LEAST 15-20 MINUTES, THEN WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN OR COME TO A STOP. THE PROBLEM MANIFESTS ITSELF. ENGINE BEGINS TO HESITATE, SPUTTER, SHAKE AND LEADS TO A TOTAL LOSS OF POWER AND BEGINS TO BLOW TONS OF WHITE SMOKE,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-hpfp-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11675714","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while her husband was driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power, and the message “Service Vehicle Soon” was displayed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was","quote_2_odi":"10863952","quote_2_text":"FUEL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN ON INTERSTATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-ignition-electrical-failure","label":"Ignition lock and electrical system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11558286","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the battery needed to be replaced. The contact connected the battery to a battery charger to charge the battery so that he could drive the vehicle to the local auto store to purchase a new battery. The contact stated","quote_2_odi":"11013419","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD SUPER DUTY. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND TURNING ON A BEND, THE ENTIRE IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (LITHIA FORD LINCOLN OF BOISE 8853 W. FAIRVIEW AVENUE, BOISE, ID 83704) WHERE IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator and coolant hose leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10873513","quote_1_text":"HOSE TO RADIATOR LEAKING, TOOK TO FORD DEALER, THEY SAID NEW HOSES AND NEEDED A NEW RADIATOR. SAID IT WAS STILL UNDER FORD EXTENDED WARRANTY. FORD WARRANTY DENIED THE NEW RADIATOR AND HOSES SAYING THAT THE HOSE LEAK CRACKED THE RADIATOR AND THAT WAS THE OWNERS FAULT. TRUCK HAS","quote_2_odi":"10730486","quote_2_text":"RADIATOR HOSES LEAKING ANTIFREEZE FLUIDS FROM WHERE THEY CONNECT. HAVE TO ADD ANTIFREEZE ONE'S IN A WHILE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Accelerator pedal sensor and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11003636","quote_1_text":"ACCELERATOR PEDAL POSITIONS SENSOR FAILS RESULTING IN IMMEDIATE SPEED REDUCTION IN TRAFFIC. WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY THIS HAPPENED WITH SPEED GOING FROM 55 TO 15 ALMOST AS IF PUTTING ON BRAKES. DEALER REPLACED APPS AND IT FAILED AGAIN IN LESS THAN 18 MONTHS. NO ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11160907","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-250. WHILE SLOWING DOWN AT A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL HARSHLY AND THE ENGINE REVVED. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND HAD TO RESTART THE VEHICLE A FEW EXTRA TIMES IN ORDER TO DRIVE HOME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2010-tire-tread-belt-separation","label":"Tire tread and belt separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11715549","quote_1_text":"A shake or shimmy at 49 ,50 mph. Ase mechanic confirmed all four tires belts have shifted","quote_2_odi":"10854773","quote_2_text":"CONTINENTAL CONTITRAC M+S LT275/65R18E 123/120S IS THE ORIGINAL TIRE ON OUR 2010 TRUCK. WE HAD TO REPLACE 1 TIRE DUE TO STEEL BELT SEPARATION. I SEE CONTINENTAL RECALLED 2008 AND 2009 BUT DON'T SEE MENTION OF 2010 BEING RECALLED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-cab-mount-bushing","label":"Cab mount bushing deterioration","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11650227","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while making a turn in either direction, there was an abnormal crunching sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11112326","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RUBBER BUSHINGS IN THE CAB MOUNT WERE CORRODED AND DETERIORATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS CONFIRMED THAT THE CAB MOUNTS WERE FAILING","quote_3_odi":"11021802","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250 SD. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT OBSERVED UNDER THE VEHICLE THAT THERE WAS MULTIPLE RUBBER MOUNTING PIECES THAT WERE MISSING OR DETACHED DUE TO DETERIORATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11675333","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving over a bump at a high rate of speed, the contact experienced the death wobble and the contact temporarily lost control of the vehicle. The contact slowed down and the violent shaking ceased","quote_2_odi":"11355208","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND DRIVING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROADWAY, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STARTED TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE AND VIBRATE","quote_3_odi":"11485109","quote_3_text":"I own a properly maintained 2011 Ford F-250. Today, 14 instances of what is commonly know as \"Ford Death Wobble\" occurred to me on the interstate highway while I drove 250 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-egt-sensor-shutdown","label":"EGT sensor failure triggering engine shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10934147","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250 SD. WHILE DRIVING, THE \"PULL OVER SAFELY NOW\" WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10874518","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH ON CITY STREET \"STOP SAFELY NOW\" APPEARED ON THE DASH SCREEN. WITHIN A FEW SECOND THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN, WHICH ELIMINATED THE POWER BRAKES AND STEERING, WHILE STILL AT 35 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10790406","quote_3_text":"TURNED ONTO BUSY HIGHWAY, VEHICLE WARNING CHIMED A FEW TIMES AND MESSAGE CENTER SAID 'STOP SAFELY NOW\" VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN AND THEN SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE IF AN INTERSECTION WITH NO PRIOR WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-high-pressure-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11057084","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD F-250. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10906454","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 65 MPH MOTOR SHUT DOWN. AFTER TAKING IT TO THE SHOP I WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP HAD FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10821451","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 F-250 DIESEL WOULDN'T START 2 WEEKS AGO AND AFTER HAVING IT TOWED FOUND IT TO BE THE H.P.F.P HAD TORN ITSELF APART AND PUT METAL SHAVINGS IN THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-injector-hold-down-clamp","label":"Fuel injector hold-down clamp failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11419388","quote_1_text":"Hold down clamps for the fuel injectors are breaking or coming loose on diesel engine. Injectors are not visible for a person to look at as they are buried by covers","quote_2_odi":"11002411","quote_2_text":"2011 FORD SUPER [XXX], 6.7L FIRE HAZARD, FUEL INJECTOR HOLD DOWN FAILURE WHILE IDLING IN YARD, SPRAYING FUEL ALL OVER PLACE, TOWED TO DEALER, RECOMMENDS REPLACING ALL HOLD DOWNS DO TO FAULTY PART","quote_3_odi":"10950263","quote_3_text":"DUE TO FAULTY/SNAPPED INJECTOR CLAMP, FORD TSB 14-0233, A FUEL INJECTOR WAS BLOWN OUT OF MY ENGINE AN SPRAYED FUEL ALL OVER THE ENGINE BAY. FORTUNATELY FOR ME I HAD JUST STARTED THE TRUCK IN MY DRIVEWAY SO IT WAS STATIONARY AND NOT HOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2011-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11689314","quote_1_text":"The tires were installed on 8.22.2025 and on the following Thursday, August 28, 2025, all of the tires had low pressure","quote_2_odi":"11468045","quote_2_text":"component= Michelin tire (the tire tread separed from tire) Half of the tread start to hit the vehicle yes discount tire no warning This happened at low speed","quote_3_odi":"10837614","quote_3_text":"TREAD SEPARATION CONTINENTAL TIRES IN LESS THAN 6 MONTHS. 2011 FORD F 250 25,800 FIRST TIME, 33500 2ND TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730059","quote_1_text":"CP4 pump continuous failure sending metal into the fuel system. Ford still uses an inferior product causing truck owners up to $18000 in repairs","quote_2_odi":"11514838","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel injection pump had failed due to metal shavings intrusion into the fuel system","quote_3_odi":"11102270","quote_3_text":"2012 F250 BOUGHT NEW 2013 46,000 MILES. DRIVING ON ROAD. NO WARNING WHATSOEVER. SHUTS DOWN. DEALER INFORMS ME, WATER IN FUEL, NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY. $9700 REPAIR BILL!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble steering and suspension shaking","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11577174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle drove over a bump and experienced the death wobble. The contact pulled over and slowed down to stabilize the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11531854","quote_2_text":"The front end of the vehicle and wheels start to violently oscillate at speeds between 50-60 mph. Sometimes it occurs after hitting a small bump and often occurs over smooth roads. This has been described as the \"death wobble\"","quote_3_odi":"11423151","quote_3_text":"Death Wobble. Truck was uncontrollable, shook so bad that I thought I was going to run off the road. has happened 3 times. Ford claims it is an expected issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11670798","quote_1_text":"Both of these rear doors failed within 5 minutes of each other. Specifically, the inside door handles and opening levers on the forward facing side of the doors failed","quote_2_odi":"11428398","quote_2_text":"Today, while my wife was exiting my F250, the passenger A pillar handle failed and my wife fell to the ground. She sustained injuries to her hand and leg","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-dpf-def-failure","label":"Diesel particulate filter and DEF system failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11484999","quote_1_text":"the diesel particulate filter is failing on a lot of 2011-2016 ford f-250 f-350, f-450, and f-550 Part 6D20000. Leaving vehicles stranded on the road while driving at 75 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11100293","quote_2_text":"THE F250, 2012, 6.7L, DIESEL EMISSIONS SYSTEM EMITS DIESEL PARTICLES INTO THE CABIN OF THE TRUCK. THE PARTICLES ARE FINE AND ARE A HEALTH RISK","quote_3_odi":"11499624","quote_3_text":"Ford previously issued warranty extension for this vehicle 18-M-01 related to the replacement of the reductant heater unit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-egt-sensor-shutdown","label":"Exhaust gas temperature sensor shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11005611","quote_1_text":"DRIVING TRUCK IT TOLD ME TO PULL OVER AND SHUT ENGINE OFF. I WAS STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND IT WOULD NOT RESTART, HAD TO GET A TOW HOME","quote_2_odi":"11029884","quote_2_text":"EGT SENSORS SHUT DOWN MY TRUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF A 2 LANE HIGHWAY AND WOULD NOT START AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"10994449","quote_3_text":"TRUCK GIVE ME A STOP SAFELY NOW MASSAGE AND SHUT DOWN THE MOTOR IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE LOOKED IT UP ON THE INTERNET TOLD ME IT WAS A BAD EGT CENSOR HAD TO HAVE THE TRUCK TOWED WOULD NOT RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy after private sale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11741810","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated that they discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale","quote_2_odi":"11724570","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2012-wiring-harness-fire","label":"Electrical wiring harness smoke and BCM failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11417757","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT SMELLED SMOKE COMING FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11539604","quote_2_text":"Without any warning, smoke started billowing from the driver's side dash and overhead liner. When looking for the cause, I pulled the solenoid and the smoking stopped","quote_3_odi":"11387243","quote_3_text":"INTERIOR LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON WHEN DOOR IS OPENED, ONLY CAN BE MANUALLY TURNED ON. THE CARGO LIGHTS AND HIGH BRAKE LIKE NO LONGER WORK AS WELL WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE CENTER HIGH BRAKE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11708295","quote_1_text":"On or about December 17, 2025, at approximately 0600, the reporting party was operating a 2013 Ford Super Duty F-250 Lariat Crew Cab 4WD (VIN [XXX] ) at an estimated speed of approximately 35 mph. Due to fog and wet roadway conditions, the vehicle left the roadway and struck a","quote_2_odi":"10881765","quote_2_text":"VIOLENT FRONT COLLISION AT 40MPH AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11063795","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED FROM THE INITIAL PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (IMPERIAL FORD, 8 UXBRIDGE RD, MENDON, MA 01756, 1-(888) 814-8373) WHO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and fuel contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11143865","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE AND REDUCED POWER MESSAGE SHOWED UP LEAVING THE VEHICLE DEAD ON THE ROAD. WITHIN 30 SECONDS THE TRUCK HAD STALLED AND WAS NOT ABLE TO RE-START. TRUCK WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT WAS FOUND THAT THE CP4 HP PUMP HAD FAILED CONTAMINATING THE","quote_2_odi":"11210662","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE PUMP WENT OUT CAUSING THE FUEL SYSTEM TO FELL.. RECEIVED AN ESTIMATE TO REPLACE THE PUMP AND FUEL SYSTEM. OVER 9,000 TO FIX.. MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT THE TIME WHEN THE PUMP WENT OUT.. CAUSING IT TO SHUT DOWN, WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE CLOSEST FORD DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10907219","quote_3_text":"FORD VOIDING WARRANT REPAIRS ON CP4 FUEL PUMP DUE TO FUEL CONTAMINATION - WE HAVE SEEN NHTSA RESOLVE THE ISSUE WITH CP4 FULE PUMP FOR VW- WE NEED TO HAVE NHTSA LOOK AT THIS FOR FORD- THEY REPAIR COST THAT FORD IS PUTTING ON THE OWNERS RANGE FROM 10-18KU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble front-end shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11550707","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel shakes violently at speeds of 50-55 mph. The vehicle drives without any issues then without any warning or warning lights the vehicle starts shaking to the point you lose steering control and must immediately slow down until the shaking stops","quote_2_odi":"11491829","quote_2_text":"Repeating death wobble. Have replace all suspension and steering parts 3 times and the wobble returns","quote_3_odi":"11476373","quote_3_text":"At speeds over 60mph when driving across an uneven road surface or bump the cab of the truck begins to shake uncontrollable and will not stop until the speed is below 35","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-egr-def-limp-mode","label":"EGR cooler and DEF system faults triggering limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11504727","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle entering LIMP Mode message was displayed. The contact was able to stop on the side of the road and have the vehicle towed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who","quote_2_odi":"11341065","quote_2_text":"REDUCTANT HEATER NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY UNDER EXTENDED EMISSIONS PROGRAM FOR THIS MODEL YEAR, ALTHOUGH LARGER TRUCKS WITH SAME DRIVETRAIN WERE COVERED. IT IS COVERED UNDER CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 18M01, FOR 2011-2015 F450 THROUGH F550 DIESEL TRUCKS, BUT ONLY FOR 2011","quote_3_odi":"10682169","quote_3_text":"THE FIRST OCCASION WAS ON 1-22-15 WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, MESSAGE CENTER ALERT NOTIFIED THAT A EMISSIONS FAULT HAD OCCURRED AND VEHICLE WILL BE PUT INTO EMERGENCY MODE AND SPEED WILL BE LIMITED TO 50 MPH WITHIN 50 MILES. I IMMEDIATELY TOOK THE TRUCK TO THE DEALER AND WAS NOTIFIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10891666","quote_1_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 44,000 MILES THE RADIATOR DEVELOPED A LEAK. WARRANTY ON THIS ITEM I WAS TOLD EXPIRED AT 36,000 AND IT WILL NOT BE COVERED","quote_2_odi":"10870059","quote_2_text":"AT LESS THAN 50K MILES, THE RADIATOR DEVELOPED A LEAK. COOLANT WILL LEAK ANYWHERE THE TRUCK IS PARKED, CAUSING AN ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERN. FORD IS AWARE OF THE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE, BUT REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE PROBLEM AND ENACT A PERMANENT SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"10655117","quote_3_text":"RADIATOR FAILURE DUE TO POOR DESIGN. LEAKING AT THE PLASTIC SEAMS UNDER DRAIN PETCOCK. THOUSANDS IF NOT HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF THESE UNITS ARE FAILING YEARS BEFORE THEY SHOULD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2013-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11328099","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT TENSIONER CONSTRICTS AFTER THE SEAT BELT HAS BEEN BUCKLED AND BECOMES UNBEARABLY TIGHT AS WE DRIVE. THIS SITUATION OCCURS ON ALL ROAD SURFACES AND THE FURTHER ONE GOES THE TIGHTER IT RESTRICTS","quote_2_odi":"11000590","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELTS IN REAR SEATS HAVE FAILED (3X). THE SEAT BELT BUCKLES DO NOT LATCH OR THE BUCKLES RELEASE BUTTON FALLS OUT","quote_3_odi":"10759230","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE FEMALE SEAT BELT BUCKLE SEPERATED INTO 3 PIECES WHEN ENGAGING WITH THE MALE SEAT BELT BUCKLE. DUCT TAPED THE BROKEN BUCKLE SO I CAN USE THE SEAT BELT WHILE I WAIT FOR A REPLACEMENT PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-brake-caliper-failure","label":"Front brake caliper and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11011849","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP AND SOMETHING FLY UP AND HIT THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF MY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10972138","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON OUR DRIVEWAY , I WENT TO STEP ON BRAKES AND I HAD A VERY HARD PEDAL AND TRUCK DID NOT STOP, IT KEPT ROLLING","quote_3_odi":"10605060","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET I NEEDED TO MAKE A QUICK STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-def-egr-failure","label":"Diesel emissions system (DEF/EGR) failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11726393","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle started to shake, and the steering wheel seized, with the DEF warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11483645","quote_2_text":"The recall that expired July 31, 2022 was to fix the reductant heater and sender assembly","quote_3_odi":"11163751","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11660721","quote_1_text":"I kept smelling a burnt plastic smell. Eventually my driver side rear door did not lock","quote_2_odi":"11118675","quote_2_text":"THE BCM MODULE ON 2014 F-250 SUPERDUTY IS ATTACHED TO THE PARKING BRAKE RELEASE PLATE UNDER THE DRIVER'S SIDE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"10667345","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730645","quote_1_text":"My 6.7 CP4 pump failed and damaged the entire fueling system","quote_2_odi":"11437311","quote_2_text":"We were told by Lufkin Ford our P4 high pressure pump had went out, sending metal shards through our motor a $9400.00 repair","quote_3_odi":"11128083","quote_3_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT AND SENT METAL THROUGH THE FUEL LINES INTO THE INJECTORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure while reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721001","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rearview camera was intermittently inoperable or displayed an inverted image while reversing","quote_2_odi":"11670351","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera went blank and displayed \"request service\" also when it did work, display was blurred","quote_3_odi":"11491747","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera failed to operate as needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-steering-wobble","label":"Front-end steering wobble over road bumps","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":108,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11695247","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH and attempting to change lanes, the contact felt a small bump. Shortly afterwards, the vehicle started to wobble violently, almost causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11128675","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WOBBLED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11071583","quote_3_text":"DEATH WOBBLE- SEVERAL TIMES WHEN TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 65MPH OR HIGHER, THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO SHUTTER AND SHAKE VIOLENTLY UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SLOWED DOWN TO BELOW 40 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2014-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11563813","quote_1_text":"Purchased a set of suretrac wide climber rt tires 35x12.50x22 12 ply brand new 2/2021","quote_2_odi":"11434707","quote_2_text":"We had 2 blowouts on the rear tires","quote_3_odi":"10927085","quote_3_text":"DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEED. SIDE WALL FAILURE. BLOW OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":122,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11660067","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel shakes violently when going between 55 to 75 mph after hitting bump in road. Commonly known as the “death wobble”. Total loss of control.","quote_2_odi":"11599834","quote_2_text":"I experienced what I now have come to understand is called the death wobble. It was terrifying and I was going about 60 mph on an interstate that was under construction. I hit minor bumps and the whole truck began to wobble back-and-forth violently. it would not stop until I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-diesel-fuel-pump-contamination","label":"Diesel fuel pump and filter housing failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11492802","quote_1_text":"Known Faulty Bosch CP4 fuel pump placed on vehicles with Fords knowledge of the issue. This fuel pump is known to fail and cause thousands of dollars in damage and repair cost. As a good business practice Ford should issue a recall on all vehicles that this faulty fuel pump was…","quote_2_odi":"11626255","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an odor of burning fuel inside the vehicle. The contact stopped and parked the vehicle at a relative's residence. The contact noticed smoke coming from under the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-engine-fire-at-start","label":"Engine fire while starting vehicle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11674559","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the contact noticed fire coming from the front hood of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact noticed that the fire started before the engine completely started. The…","quote_2_odi":"11531553","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated while starting the vehicle in his garage, the RPM raised to 500 before the vehicle turned off. The contact stated on the third attempt to turn on the vehicle the engine exploded and caught fire. The contact stated no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-rearview-camera-blackout","label":"Rearview camera blackout under recall repair","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11663400","quote_1_text":"Backup camera is only displaying blue screen when in reverse. Symptoms consistent with other 2015 F250s currently under recall, yet my vin is not included for some reason. Issue was reported to Ford, but they refused to checkout the problem or fix it.","quote_2_odi":"11706806","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V270000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the failure occurred. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-reductant-heater-fault","label":"Reductant heater and NOx sensor fault codes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11452109","quote_1_text":"Engine code P20BA indicating a reductant heater issue with the DEF system. This issue is NHTSA ID number 10137151. This issue covers certain 2011 - 2015 models but not all 2011 - 2015 models using the same defective equipment.","quote_2_odi":"11561484","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-250. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop in a parking area, the vehicle continued to idle, and the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2015-transmission-downshift","label":"Sudden transmission downshift at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":297,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11650629","quote_1_text":"The investigation into the F-150 sudden transmission Downshifts into a lower gear at highway speeds needs to be expanded and also include F-250 6.7 L diesel. It has happened in my F-250 twice while traveling on the interstate at highway speeds, down shifts from gear 6 to gear…","quote_2_odi":"11596607","quote_2_text":"Truck has started dropping into 1st gear and losing speed with no warning. Has happened at low and high speeds.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11659129","quote_1_text":"No accident Backup camera does not work most of the time","quote_2_odi":"11693853","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rearview camera intermittently failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the camera occasionally displayed a blank or distorted image…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-clock-spring-recall-parts","label":"Air bag clock spring recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11490710","quote_1_text":"The airbag light is on as the spring in the steering column has become contaminated which caused audible cracking sounds in steering column, degrading steering and the horn not to function.","quote_2_odi":"11546580","quote_2_text":"Ford has consistently indicated that the replacement part is available and it is not. Oou truck has a heated steering wheel. The clock spring for the heated steering wheel is different from the standard clock spring. FORD DOES NOT HAVE THE PART. Our truck is not safe to drive.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11684300","quote_1_text":"DEATH WOBBLE FRONT SHOCKS, STEERING DAMPNER AND NEW MICHELIN TIRES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED VEHICLE WILL SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND HAVE TO BRING SPEED DOWN TO GET BACK UNDER CONTROL.","quote_2_odi":"11546248","quote_2_text":"Death wobble at approximately 60 mph. The truck is absolutely uncontrollable when this occurs. The only way to stop it is to stop the vehicle. This is a known issue with this truck. Will have it evaluated at a shop next week.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-def-heater-dpf","label":"DEF heater and diesel particulate filter failures","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11446068","quote_1_text":"The reductant heater (DEF heater) has went out. Ford will not honor the 5 year/ 60,000 miles power train warranty or the 8 year/ 80,000 mile emissions warranty to repair the issue. According to web sources dealerships maintain a regular supply of these heaters…","quote_2_odi":"11425302","quote_2_text":"The DEF fluid heater has failed. This can cause failure or DEF delivery to the system at lower outdoor temperatures. This component has already been subject to a NHTSA recall in earlier year models of tge same truck, up to model year 2015.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11662363","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle failed to restart and was towed…","quote_2_odi":"11547948","quote_2_text":"I was attempting to access the interstate when my truck began to immediately shut down at 70 miles per hour. I received a warning as the engine shut down stating that my engine power was reduced. At the exact moment the message displayed, the truck immediately died at 70 mph…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2016-unintended-downshift","label":"Unintended transmission downshifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11596824","quote_1_text":"When truck is first driven it will down shift from higher speed to first gear for no reason causing violent lock up of tires. This is an on going problem.","quote_2_odi":"11696278","quote_2_text":"Vehicle goes to different gear randomly while driving will go into fifth gear when taking off first thing during first start up of the day.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-adaptive-steering-fault","label":"Adaptive steering fault with off-center steering wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11635203","quote_1_text":"While driving I made a left hand turn and when straightening the steering wheel it was 90 degrees out of alignment which caused the truck to steer to the right almost striking another vehicle. The dash had a warning message come on stating adaptive steering fault service","quote_2_odi":"11531498","quote_2_text":"Assisted steering has an error stating requires service. The steering wheel is sideways when driving straight. Ford is on back order for the steering wheel due to the issue and cannot get the part to fix it. The error occurred once from being parked. As soon as the truck was","quote_3_odi":"11518808","quote_3_text":"While driving down the road, the dash flashed Hill Assist warning, Advance Trac warning and the steering wheel jerks hard to the right with a lot of pressure causing the vehicle to swerve right, then it does it to the left. Then after a few times of doing this, it stops and all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-door-latch-freeze","label":"Door latches and locks freezing in cold weather","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11567519","quote_1_text":"Frozen door locks and latches. Door freezes in cold temperatures and when the door is opened the door locks freeze in the open position not allowing the doors to close and latch properly or at all","quote_2_odi":"11649649","quote_2_text":"Latch on drivers door won't latch and door will not stay closed sometimes when temperatures get below freezing","quote_3_odi":"11565726","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that during cold weather conditions, the locking mechanisms on all four doors malfunctioned and the doors would not latch and remain securely closed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the locking mechanisms were faulty and needed to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-front-end-steering-oscillation","label":"Front-end steering oscillation after road bumps","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11709201","quote_1_text":"While driving 70mph on I20 outside of Ft.Worth, TX. I experienced severe front end vibration after hitting a rough spot on the highway. I was in the inside lane with no shoulder to escape off the highway. Cars were traveling on the outside lane next to me which prohibited my","quote_2_odi":"11694766","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced the death wobble. The steering wheel shook aggressively, making it difficult to maneuver the vehicle. The contact decelerated and was able to coast to the emergency lane on the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11616015","quote_3_text":"Death Wobble. Was driving speed limit of 65mph and vehicle started a violent, uncontrollable shuddering and bouncing movement to the left almost hitting the dividing wall on the interstate. I had little control over steering of vehicle and was barely able to avoid slamming into","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-fuel-filter-housing-leak","label":"Fuel leaking from fuel filter housing and lines","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11721369","quote_1_text":"2 different issues- 1st issue was Ford factory fuel filter leaked at a seam. Resulting in fuel loss all over engine! 2nd issue is fuel filter inlet line retaining clip comes unclipped on its own resulting in fuel loss all over the engine. Both incidents happened during long","quote_2_odi":"11512946","quote_2_text":"There is a pin hole in the center of plastic housing for the upper fuel filter on my 2017 F250 diesel. Shoots fuel out when driving. Very dangerous. Appears to be similar to the 2022 ford diesel fuel filter recall","quote_3_odi":"11594055","quote_3_text":"The hose connecting to the fuel filter in the engine compartment came off and dump fuel all over the engine. Luckily we turned it off before a fire started. This has happened 3 times now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal debris","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11734500","quote_1_text":"This past year I experienced catastrophic failure with my Bosch, CP4 fuel pump in my 2017 Ford F250 with a 6.7 L diesel. Recalls have been published by Ford, but not beyond a 2018 vehicle. After seeing metal fragments in my fuel water separator, I was forced to flush my entire","quote_2_odi":"11672919","quote_2_text":"A message was displayed to reduce the truck speed. Then the speed started to reduce itself, I wasn't able to increase the speed. I was on a Hwy and the speed limit was 65 mph and on a slight hill the trucks speed was only 39 mph. I put the flashers on hoping to alert the cars","quote_3_odi":"11647687","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became stiff and difficult to turn in either direction. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact was able to veer over to the shoulder of the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power with reduced engine power message","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11719557","quote_1_text":"We get a power reduced code and the truck shuts down while driving. We have to pull over and put it in park and restart it. When we are on the freeway we can’t get over we put it in neutral and turn off the truck and restart it. It is very scary and dangerous! This has been","quote_2_odi":"11694517","quote_2_text":"While pulling a 38ft 5th wheel camper on an incline with the cruise control set at random the vehicle completely dies. It experiences a total shutdown of the engine, which in return causes a complete loss of power steering, brakes etc. The truck will not restart until you push","quote_3_odi":"11505035","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the engine power reduced message displayed. The contact pulled over and turned off the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera cloudy or blank image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11523253","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera is so cloudy you can barely see what's behind you","quote_2_odi":"11654783","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the rearview camera was inoperable. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rearview camera needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired","quote_3_odi":"11552902","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R), the contact became aware that the back over prevention camera was inoperable. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera displayed a black screen. The contact also stated that the rear sensing device","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2017-transmission-hard-downshift","label":"Unexpected hard downshift while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11663081","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 F250 super duty. It downshifts from 5th to 4th so hard that it has locked the rear tires up for a brief second. Twice I have had cars behind me swerve. I spoke with my local dealership and they informed me that this is a common issue with these trucks normally","quote_2_odi":"11652888","quote_2_text":"Transmission down shifting while driving. Jumps from 6th gear to 1st gear. Barely got it to the pull off which was in a curve. Put my life and my passenger life in danger because we couldn't see around the curve which the pull over was on the other side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11606980","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted from six gear to first gear, causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate, causing the driver to almost lose control of the steering wheel. The vehicle was later examined by an","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-diesel-fuel-leak-fuel-filter","label":"Diesel fuel leak at the fuel filter housing","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11580495","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the odor of diesel fuel entered the interior of the vehicle. The contact stated that the diesel fuel was misted onto the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11459320","quote_2_text":"The plastic fuel filter cracked and sprayed diesel all over my engine compartment and all of the way down to the tailgate","quote_3_odi":"11581352","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled a gasoline odor on the interior of the vehicle. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed a fuel leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-door-latch-failure-in-cold","label":"Door failing to latch in freezing temperatures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11448003","quote_1_text":"Driver door is freezing and will not latch, having to hold the door while driving to keep from flying open","quote_2_odi":"11499122","quote_2_text":"The driver's side rear door locks freeze, and once the door is opened it will not stay closed/latched. I have a video of the door not latching shut, and bouncing back open when attempting to close it","quote_3_odi":"11643404","quote_3_text":"Ford recall 18N03 was preformed in 2022. Now in 2024/2025 passenger front door will not latch during freezing temperatures","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in the engine compartment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11613625","quote_1_text":"While on vacation, driving down a major interstate, our truck suddenly lost power. The driver slowly navigated to the side of the road and by the time we stopped flames were coming out from under the engine","quote_2_odi":"11470731","quote_2_text":"This is a turbo diesel F250 Ford Truck which caught on fire and was completely destroyed while on the interstate in VA. Our safely was very much at risk as the truck was fully engulfed in flames within minutes","quote_3_odi":"11321731","quote_3_text":"THE AC LINE FITTING OVERHEATED CAUSING IT TO EXPLODE AND ARC WHICH IN TURN MELTED THE PRIMARY WIRING HARNESS FOR THE ENGINE. THIS ALSO RESULTED IN THE WIRE CATCHING FIRE AND CAUSING BURN DAMAGE TO THE FIREWALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-front-end-steering-oscillation","label":"Front-end steering oscillation at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":136,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11627179","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and driver over a bump in the roadway, the front end of the vehicle was shaking violently. The contact slowed down to 10 MPH and restarted the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11458313","quote_2_text":"At highway speeds my 2018 Ford F250 4WD will start shaking severely. The steering wheel shakes violently back and forth and the entire truck shakes like it's coming apart. The truck feels like it could swerve out of control at any moment","quote_3_odi":"11318339","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH, WE HIT AN EXPANSION JOINT AND THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN SHAKING SO BAD WE ALMOST HIT THE TRUCK NEXT TO US. THE HIGHWAY WAS SO CROWDED ALL I COULD DO WAS BRAKE AND HANG ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11520612","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH from a stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed and caused the engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11672696","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump faulted, engine would just cut off in middle of driving whether on highway, street, or interstate. Engine would randomly shut off","quote_3_odi":"11664563","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle shut off unintendedly and the contact lost control of the vehicle. The message engine power reduced was displayed. The vehicle was towed to the residence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera image loss or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11665370","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rearview camera had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11499062","quote_2_text":"The backup camera on my f250 is not clear and not visible I have been in many close calls of hitting objects because of this. Been trying to get issue fixed for months, Ford dealerships say they do not have parts but I can go online and have the ability to order parts","quote_3_odi":"11503963","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the rearview camera was displaying a blurred image. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rearview camera needed to be replaced; however, the part for the repair was not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2018-tailgate-opening-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opening while the vehicle is in motion","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11424122","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the tailgate opened intermittently without warning. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V864000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages)","quote_2_odi":"11349252","quote_2_text":"MY TRUCK TAILGATE IS OPENING WITHOUT CAUSE. IT HAPPENED 3 TIMES BEFORE A RECALL WAS SUPPOSEDLY COMPLETED IN JANUARY AND HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES SINCE","quote_3_odi":"11406616","quote_3_text":"TAILGATE CONTINUES TO UNLATCH ON ITS OWN WHILE IN MOTION. WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FIXED DURING A RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-backup-camera-image","label":"Backup camera distorted or blank image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11709759","quote_1_text":"Backup camera distorted, wavy lines, and sometimes blank screen. I have seen other trucks of same year and model that have recalls and dont understand why mine don't. It happens all the time.","quote_2_odi":"11589884","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview display displayed a blurry, distorted image, compromising the back-over prevention system. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent…","quote_3_odi":"11526586","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-up camera failed to operate as needed, causing the vehicle to strike a pole. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the dealer informed the contact that parts were not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-cp4-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11728201","quote_1_text":"My husband was driving our 2019 F250 on the highway at over 75 mph and the truck totally shut down/stalled without warning, could have killed him or another person, lucky he was able to coast to the shoulder and stop, we took to the Ford dealership and was caused by the faulty…","quote_2_odi":"11663051","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road where the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not able to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to a…","quote_3_odi":"11659161","quote_3_text":"•I was driving the truck from Houston to Dallas. I got a warning on the dash of reduced power and the check engine light came on. •Safety was somewhat of a concern because of reduced power while on the highway. Being able to get to my destination was in question as was keeping…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-death-wobble-front-end","label":"Front-end wobble and steering shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11690742","quote_1_text":"While driving on I-44 at approx. 70 MPH (12:30 PM, bright sunny day, lots of traffic), I hit a bump (not large or deep, just your ordinary bump on a U.S. Interstate), the truck began shaking violently (I'm talking hard to control, teeth rattling, I think we are going to crash)…","quote_2_odi":"11677429","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at speeds above 45 MPH, the vehicle experienced the \"Death Wobble\" after driving over a bump in the road. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the front driver’s and passenger’s side…","quote_3_odi":"11553677","quote_3_text":"Driving on the highway at speeds above 60 mph and hitting seams or bumps in the road, the front suspension starts to violently shake. It is random when it happens. The shaking causes the whole truck and steering wheel to shake uncontrollably. The only way to stop the shaking is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-electrical-system-faults","label":"Electrical system faults from water intrusion and wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11670185","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, all doors independently locked, and the front headlights independently illuminated. The contact stated that the Brake warning light was illuminated. In addition, the contact disconnected…","quote_2_odi":"11556950","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated while driving 40–45 MPH, the front passenger’s side seat started to smoke. The driver was able to pull over. The contact noticed that the heated seat module was melting at the wiring harness. The contact stated that the…","quote_3_odi":"11607375","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the taillights failed to operate properly, and the radio stopped working. An unknown warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also stated that the headlights…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11709622","quote_1_text":"We believe the fuel line came off of the fuel filter. The truck caught fire and went up in flames. There is nothing left of the truck other than the frame. CHP and the fire department came to the scene. They put the fire out and the truck has been taken to the tow yard. Nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11596278","quote_2_text":"I was driving my truck with no prior issues nor check engine light warnings, suddenly my truck began to lose speed, warning light came on instrument panel stating something to the effect of reduced power, I heard a loud noise (similar to the sound of a tire blown), as I looked…","quote_3_odi":"11599258","quote_3_text":"My vehicle caught on fire. I had been pulling my trailer and I pulled over to park when my truck began smoking. I attempted to open the hood and the truck was on fire. None of the sensors activated and I didn’t have any indication the truck was overheating.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-hard-start-no-start","label":"Long crank and no-start condition","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11697832","quote_1_text":"After sitting for extended durations the engine experiences a no start or long crank condition. Research and discussion with local mechanic indicate this is an issue with a failed/failing fuel pump and/or fuel pump module. It is my understanding a recall exists for similar…","quote_2_odi":"11633678","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump looses pressure while sitting. It has extended cranks while starting","quote_3_odi":"11675218","quote_3_text":"Vehicle will often crank and not start pointing toward something is going bad with the fuel system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-powertrain-power-loss","label":"Transmission and transfer case loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11739763","quote_1_text":"My truck transmission changes gears randomly while in motion. It is terrifying when it happens in traffic and the truck stalls and looses power then kicks back in with a loud noise. I stopped driving it since March of 2026.","quote_2_odi":"11679952","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission imploded while shifting into first gear with the powertrain warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The…","quote_3_odi":"11633031","quote_3_text":"transfer case is shifting from 2 wheel high to 4 wheel high while driving down the highway. it does not engage the the 4wheel drive front hubs when doing this so no indication this is happening. eventually the shift fork breaks and transfer case is then either locked in 4 wheel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2019-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1155 total)","source_complaint_count":1155,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11587149","quote_1_text":"Swollen lug nuts. Wrench provided won’t fit","quote_2_odi":"11510960","quote_2_text":"My lug nuts have swollen and cannot be removed using the proper size socket. The chrome outer coating is separating from the inner steel lug nut. This means that the chrome coating could fall off and cause an imbalance on each wheel which could lead to disastrous effects…","quote_3_odi":"11618843","quote_3_text":"I had to replace lugs on my F250 due to swelling/warping. This could have been a major safety issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and contamination","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737777","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated that he received NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The local dealer was contact who confirmed there were metal shaving in the fuel injectors","quote_2_odi":"11706463","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound, and there was excessive smoke coming from the exhaust pipes, before the vehicle shut off","quote_3_odi":"11728380","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experienced loss of power while in travel down a mountain. After inspection by a mechanic, CP4 pump had a catastrophic failure sending metal shards throughout the fuel system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703630","quote_1_text":"door lock actuator on passenger side door has stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11634936","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the power lock actuator failed; not allowing the contact to lock the driver of the vehicle, and passenger side doors from either the remote or the interior controls of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11597881","quote_3_text":"Drivers door will not unlock at times, the others do","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-junction-box-water-intrusion","label":"Battery junction box water intrusion and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679498","quote_1_text":"Parked at gas station, after fueling attempted to start with key and engine started but electrical systems did not register that vehicle had started","quote_2_odi":"11677640","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11531371","quote_3_text":"My truck engine does not start after idling in the driveway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633895","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera failed to display an image","quote_2_odi":"11543198","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated while attempting to reverse out of a parking space, the rear-view camera display was foggy or displayed a distorted image","quote_3_odi":"11519847","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact stated that the rear-view camera was blurry, hazy, and cloudy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-steering-death-wobble","label":"Steering death wobble and front-end shake at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734145","quote_1_text":"While driving at speeds above 30mph truck will have the death wobble","quote_2_odi":"11696757","quote_2_text":"On October 29, 2025, while traveling around a sweeping freeway transition ramp at 65 MPH in my 2020 Ford F-250 (46k miles on it), I hit a bump in the road","quote_3_odi":"11650390","quote_3_text":"Steering column failed. Loud pop and steering wheel became floppy and wold move in every direction including in and out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"10R140 transmission hard shifting and gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698586","quote_1_text":"The transmission would hang up in 7th gear when stopping at red light, caution light or stop signs without warning","quote_2_odi":"11714005","quote_2_text":"2020 Ford F250 with 85,000 miles. We purchased new and all maintenance has been done on time and by Ford Service","quote_3_odi":"11569141","quote_3_text":"BUSHING SLIDING DOWN THE CDF CLUTCH HUB CAUSING FLUID PRESSURE TO BLEED BY ON SEALING RING CAUSING MULTIPLY/POTENTIAL PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2020-wiper-arm-recall-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11517280","quote_1_text":"I want to file a formal complaint against Sunland Ford in Victorville California about not remedying this safety recall for my vehicle in a timely manner","quote_2_odi":"11503944","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11512051","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2021-10r140-transmission-shifting","label":"10R140 10-speed automatic transmission shifting and internal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-10-08 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750552","quote_1_text":"The transmission began exhibiting symptoms of gear slipping, jerking, delayed and harsh shifting, and pinging from the torque converter around 100,000 miles. These symptoms progressively worsened until the transmission suffered a catastrophic internal failure","quote_2_odi":"11593097","quote_2_text":"After stopping at an intersection, when it was safe to proceed, I moved my foot from the brake to the gas pedal to proceed.  The engine revved to higher RPM's, but the truck did not move as if it was in neutral instead of gear.  As I looked down at the tachometer, the truck…","quote_3_odi":"11548251","quote_3_text":"Known mechanical design issue with the 10R140 transmission CDF drum where a bushing moves blocking / partially blocking fluid transfer ports.  This causes transmission fluid overheating, clutch slippage, hard shifting, etc","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2021-death-wobble-steering-suspension","label":"Steering and suspension oscillation at speed (death wobble)","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-11-28 → 2026-08-03","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11592943","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions now I have experienced the death wobble after hitting a bump in the road. Today the vehicle shook so violently that it crossed into the lane next to me on a curve. I do not feel safe in the vehicle now and pray that someone addresses this problem asap","quote_2_odi":"11632600","quote_2_text":"I first noticed Death-Wobble around [XXX] @ 3,040 miles & Ron Alpen Ford checked factory alignment & ordered an updated steering stabilizer. Updated steering stabilizer was on back order until around 8/8/23 @ 26,647 miles when it was installed on the F250","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2021-diesel-fuel-pump-recall-24v957","label":"Diesel high-pressure fuel pump failure and recall 24V957 remedy delay","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-09-08 → 2026-08-03","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724876","quote_1_text":"The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2021 Ford F-250. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the…","quote_2_odi":"11694070","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while an employee was attempting to operate the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. Once the vehicle was started, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 5 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the…","quote_3_odi":"11663197","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud clanking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle went into LIMP mode, and then lost motive power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-10spd-transmission-malfunction","label":"10-speed transmission slipping, lurching, and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698339","quote_1_text":"October 2025: Truck violentlt downshifted without acceleration or deceleration from 35 mph to almost )mph, skidding and fishtailing, going into limp mode, and I was almost rear ended by following traffic...since brakes were not activated to cause…","quote_2_odi":"11502855","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 60 MPH in the center lane of a busy highway, the transmission suddenly malfunctioned and the vehicle abruptly decelerated. The contact was able to maneuver the vehicle to the shoulder","quote_3_odi":"11740989","quote_3_text":"the truck went from 9th to 10th gear. As it went into 10th the transmission shifted hard and then locked up. This caused my rear wheels to lock up and I skid off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera black or blue screen and image distortion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754228","quote_1_text":"its back to blue or black screen saying “camera unavailable contact dealership.”  My dealership said no remedy available until Feb 2027.  The vehicle also states “check your surroundings” but you can’t because it doesn’t work","quote_2_odi":"11663897","quote_2_text":"the camera system was malfunctioning. It would sometimes freeze, or certain cameras would work and others wouldn't, or sometimes choosing a different camera would do nothing and the current camera would stay on the screen and never leave","quote_3_odi":"11678677","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera does not always display, either black screen with distorted view lines or complete blue screen. Vehicle is not on current camera recall list","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure on driver and passenger doors","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655065","quote_1_text":"The drivers door power door lock fails to operate either to unlock the vehicle or to lock it.  This is a safety risk as the power door lock should automatically lock the door once the vehicle reaches a certain speed to help doors remain shut in roll over accidents","quote_2_odi":"11747840","quote_2_text":"The Driver Door lock actuator has failed. The truck has only 78k miles on it.  People can now break into my truck just by opening the driver door","quote_3_odi":"11566842","quote_3_text":"the front right drivers door latch/lock is frozen and not operable during at least the last 5 days.  Also, the manual locking mechanism is unable to be pulled to unlocked at it sits flush with the top of door panel leaving the door not operable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-engine-misfire-lifter-failure","label":"Engine misfire, lifter failure, and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738076","quote_1_text":"Lifter failure causes cylinder to misfire resulting in loss of power while towing. Defect causes catastrophic failure to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11694232","quote_2_text":"The failed component is a lifter/camshaft. Luckily I was attentive to my vehicle and noticed a ticking noise within the engine and took it to a dealer for diagnosis. An engine failure while traveling at highway speeds could be a disastrous to occupants and others around them","quote_3_odi":"11722461","quote_3_text":"while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle was driving sluggishly while accelerating, the RPM fell, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-fuel-pump-failure-recall-25v455-24v957","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686220","quote_1_text":"the low-pressure fuel pump suddenly failed and the vehicle lost power, causing the vehicle to stall. The contact activated the hazard lights and waited for a tow truck that was in the far-left lane on the freeway","quote_2_odi":"11729246","quote_2_text":"while driving on the freeway at approximately 65 mph, my vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power. This created a dangerous situation as I was traveling at highway speed and the vehicle became unable to maintain normal operation. The vehicle is now inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11719543","quote_3_text":"While towing a travel trailer from Raleigh NC to Surf City NC. When the truck stalled we lost all power and power steering and there was no clear path to pull off the single lane road with no shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-integrated-trailer-brake-fault","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller fault and inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510644","quote_1_text":"When applying the brakes, the trailer brakes go on and off causing the truck to jerk wildly. The 5th wheel trailer has been in the shop 3 different times trying to find a problem with the trailer but have not found any braking problems since they pulled the trailer with another…","quote_2_odi":"11508740","quote_2_text":"while driving 15 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the trailer brakes failed to operate as designed in stopping the vehicle. The contact stated that a wiring harness fault message was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11458891","quote_3_text":"TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAILS WITHOUT NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-steering-death-wobble-centerlink","label":"Steering death wobble and center link play","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684676","quote_1_text":"Bumps in the road caused steering wheel to shake violently (Death Wobble) until truck was stopped in the middle of a 4-lane expressway. Truck is now at the dealer for inspection of frontend steering components","quote_2_odi":"11680162","quote_2_text":"Death Wobble. Steering wheel shook violently twice in one 25 mile trip. Once at 73 MPH and once at 65 MPH. Almost caused a crash due to being on a curve in the road when it occurred","quote_3_odi":"11695891","quote_3_text":"noise while turning noticible up/down play in center link","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2022-windshield-wiper-recall-22v250","label":"Windshield wiper failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11464836","quote_1_text":"I was driving west into the sun when I tried to clean my windshield by activating the windshield wiper spray and the wipers never came on. I had to stick my head out the driver side window to see, as my view was completely blocked by the wiper fluid and by the sun","quote_2_odi":"11630615","quote_2_text":"while driving at approximately 65 MPH in heavy rain, the windshield wipers were activated however, the driver’s side wiper arm failed to raise up high enough to clear the driver’s side windshield. The contact stated that that the wiper arm was going back to the start position…","quote_3_odi":"11498543","quote_3_text":"2022 FORD F-250. CONSUMER WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHEN PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE TO PERFORM NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-250","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09-28 → 2023-12-29","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11562599","quote_1_text":"The truck slams to a complete stop with no rhyme or reason.  It senses something that doesn't exist.  This has happened MANY times... I-76 through Philadelphia during rush hour.   Cross Bronx Expressway during rush hour.   Route 30 in Magnolia NJ.   Has happened in drive-throughs","quote_2_odi":"11561256","quote_2_text":"My new truck began slamming on the brakes for no reason, bringing me to a complete stop. This continued for several miles this was and is very dangerous the car behind me almost rear-ended me every time this happened. I have turned this option off this should be removed from…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-audio-system-malfunction","label":"B&O audio system loud noise and lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11-11 → 2025-10-25","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11558383","quote_1_text":"On 11/28/23 after entering the truck and hitting the start button I heard what sounded like an explosion going off inside the truck followed by non-stop noise coming through the speakers of the truck. Turning the truck off and opening the doors did nothing. Turning radio off did…","quote_2_odi":"11695603","quote_2_text":"Other because it has to do with the stereo system. The BO Unleashed system. When starting the truck a loud deafening high pitched squeal is produced. My ears ring for 1 hour after this happens. Audio system will not operate at that point until the truck is turned off and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-backup-camera-blue-black-screen","label":"Backup camera blue or black screen display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:PARKING ASSIST:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06-04 → 2025-10-18","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694268","quote_1_text":"Rear back up camera screen is blue and doesn’t function. Was told by Ford it could be a software issue but isn’t part of the current recall of 2023 F250 super duty","quote_2_odi":"11664943","quote_2_text":"the back over prevention and trailer park assists system functions failed to operate as needed. The contact also stated that the back over prevention software failure of the TPASIN module caused the screen to intermittently display a distorted image, a blue screen, or displayed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-engine-fire-seizure","label":"Engine fire and seizure while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09-01 → 2026-02-19","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719232","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the engine seized. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact exited the vehicle and noticed flames were emitting from under the hood and wheel well. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11612050","quote_2_text":"It happened so fast and without warning, we were blessed that we were able to escape the truck without losing our lives or getting severely burned. Anyone who helped or passed by was put at risk due to the fire or possible explosion that could have accrued from the truck fuel…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-engine-oil-pump-ticking","label":"Engine ticking and oil pump lubrication issue","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06-18 → 2024-09-13","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614517","quote_1_text":"The Variable Displacement Oil Pump delivers oil to the engine at low pressure/capacity during idle conditions. Routine occurrences of prolonged idle time may result in excess wear to the engine camshaft lobes and valve tappet surfaces due to reduced lubrication. Overtime, the…","quote_2_odi":"11595094","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, he heard an abnormal clicking sound emanating from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to diagnose a failure. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster blank or non-illuminating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09-08 → 2025-12-20","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11545065","quote_1_text":"Instrument pan is completely out and ford has no fix for it","quote_2_odi":"11547137","quote_2_text":"The instrument panel cluster has failed. You can not see how fast you are going, none of the dash is lit up. You are unable to determine if there are any issues going on with the vehicle. The adaptive cruise control and emergency braking system is not working properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-steering-noise-wobble","label":"Steering shaft clunking and death wobble","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11-29 → 2026-06-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741744","quote_1_text":"it has a clunking noise c coming from the steering shaft took it to ford to have trailer module recall fixed and had them inspect the noise and they said the whole steering shaft needs replaced and I have co workers with f250s and they have the same noise","quote_2_odi":"11584702","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that when the steering wheel was turned to the left, the steering wheel made popping sounds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact stated that an unknown repair was completed; however, while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle drove over…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f250-2023-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake applied","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01-07 → 2026-02-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717225","quote_1_text":"The truck was not slowing down like it should have so I applied alot more brake pedal pressure and it slowed down some then it down shifted several times and the engine was roaring, I'm guessing around 3K rpms or more and pulling me forwards. I put as much pressure as I could on","quote_2_odi":"11565410","quote_2_text":"I’ve been stopped at a stop light and the vehicles starts trying to accelerate on its own.  I held the brakes down as hard as a could and the vehicles would start burning rubber on the back tires.  This has happened three times","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction and unintended activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750179","quote_1_text":"While driving, multiple warning lights illuminate simultaneously — ABS, brake, and all driver assist/safety systems — and the drive mode drops to Standard Locked","quote_2_odi":"11638033","quote_2_text":"I was driving my work side break stop working on freeeway. Brake Bouster Pressure Sersor Low input","quote_3_odi":"11628557","quote_3_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking engaged while the vehicle was in neutral tow. Resulted in 2 rear blown tires and damaged rims on vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720534","quote_1_text":"The truck will shut off a short period of time after starting and often won't restart. It displays a message stating \"Vehicle may not start/restart. Service now\". Sometimes this message will pop up even without the vehicle shutting off","quote_2_odi":"11683962","quote_2_text":"The trucks electronic system is all messed up. The temperature for Fahrenheit shows at time to be 142,165 which we know is not correct. Then while driving the dash displays a message that truck is going to shut off and it does while we are are still driving","quote_3_odi":"11623771","quote_3_text":"The electrical system/dash of the 2024 Ford-F250 is not working properly. When in drive mode the dash will state that vehicle will be shutting off and will shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-front-axle-hub-defect","label":"Front axle 4WD locking hub design defect","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11680075","quote_1_text":"Slight vibration at highway speed accompanied by faint grinding noise. Ford installed front auto locker to only one front wheel and a dummy full time locker to right front wheel in non trimmer 2024 f250 and f350s","quote_2_odi":"11678164","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while the dealer was performing a routine service on the vehicle, the dealer informed the contact that the vehicle was designed with 2 different 4-Wheel Drive hubs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-headlight-optical-distortion","label":"Headlight beam optical distortion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11613364","quote_1_text":"Headlights on new Platinum 2024 F250--when driving at night there are several issues. On low beam there is a black line that shows up across the upper view","quote_2_odi":"11610513","quote_2_text":"Headlights on new Platinum 2024 F250--when driving at night there are several issues. On low beam there is a black line that shows up across the upper view","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-infotainment-glitches","label":"Infotainment and display system malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11705784","quote_1_text":"My vehicle instrument cluster is glitching and blacking out occasionally. I saw NHTSA recall campaign number: 25V-540 which is for 2025 vehicles but mine is a 2024","quote_2_odi":"11740068","quote_2_text":"The vehicle looses the display screen and or the camera screen while driving forward and reverse at times. It also freezes up and glitches which then makes the reverse camera not in real-time causing a minor accident","quote_3_odi":"11603680","quote_3_text":"vehicle’s APIM MALFUNCTIONED and caused the rear-traffic alert to malfunction as well as a number of the vehicle’s other features such as its navigation, radio, HVAC, cruise control ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-steering-pull","label":"Steering wheel pull and mechanical play","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11731571","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-250 SD. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH on the highway, the steering wheel failed to turn as intended. Due to the failure, the vehicle struck a curb","quote_2_odi":"11714136","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel inadvertently turned the vehicle to the right. Additionally, there was play in the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11657989","quote_3_text":"With 652 miles the vehicle initially went to the Ford Dealership due to pulling to the right on a straightaway road. It’s been back to two different dealerships on four more occasions and the vehicle still pulls hard to the right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof and moonroof spontaneous glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11716196","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed (~75 mph) on I-75, the twin-panel moonroof suddenly exploded outward with a loud bang. All glass was expelled upward/outward; no glass fell into the cabin or onto the sunshade","quote_2_odi":"11616689","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded for no apparent reason while driving down highway. There were no warnings or symptoms indicating that the glass was compromised prior to it exploding","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-250","model_slug":"f-250","cluster_id":"f-250-2024-transmission-shift-faults","label":"Transmission shifting and drive engagement faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11671742","quote_1_text":"I have noticed erratic up shifting and down shifting of the transmission. The problem started at approximately 700 miles on the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11650237","quote_2_text":"Transmission switching gears while driving. From 3 down to 1 or 6 down to 1. And not engaging gears. Sudden strong jerks, as if something fell off from under the hood","quote_3_odi":"11633538","quote_3_text":"On numerous times when you start the truck there is a delay from when you engage drive and the drivetrain gets power. To the point that 1 time the truck rolled back into another destroying their bumper","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-250","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11428033","quote_1_text":"Truck starts Violently shaking on highway","quote_2_odi":"10918118","quote_2_text":"WAS ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING ABOUT 67 MPH HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD FRONT END STARTED BOUNCING RAPIDLY UNCONTROLLABLY. I HAD TO ALMOST COME TO AN COMPLETE STOP IN ORDER TO GET IT TO STOP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11344241","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SHAKES VIOLENTLY WHEN DRIVING OVER AN EVEN ROADWAY. THE SHAKING WILL NOT STOP UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 30 MPH. THIS HAS HAPPENED NUMEROUS TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-engine-stall-fuel-system","label":"Engine stall and no-start fuel system failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10902967","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING 75 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE 69 BETWEEN SHEPPARD AND CLEVELAND TEXAS AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND DIED IN THE INSIDE LANE","quote_2_odi":"10465995","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE AND RANGE WARNING LAMPS","quote_3_odi":"10746077","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-exhaust-smoke-regen","label":"Exhaust smoke during acceleration and regeneration","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2012-11","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10483501","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 30 MPH, THE CLEAN EXHAUST WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS BLACK SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE","quote_2_odi":"10464115","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SMOKE WAS EMITTED FROM THE EXHAUST AS THE VEHICLE WENT THROUGH REGENERATION","quote_3_odi":"10446597","quote_3_text":"THE TRUCK HAS BEGUN BLOWING WHITE SMOKE WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION. THIS IS A VERY BLINDING SMOKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11160368","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 EQUIPPED WITH BF GOODRICH RUGGED TERRAIN T/A TIRES, SIZE: LT275/65R20 126/123R (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT AND THE TREAD SEPARATED","quote_2_odi":"10749347","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD F-350 SD EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL CONTI TRAC AS TIRES, SIZE: LT275/70/18 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, A LOUD NOISE EMITTED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"10563671","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD E-350 EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN MIC TIRES, LINE: LTXM-SLT AND SIZE: 225-75-R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES BECAME WORN PREMATURELY AND EXHIBITED TREAD AND BELT SEPARATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration event","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2013-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10490750","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING OUR VEHICLE NEW WE HAVE HAD SEVERAL INCIDENTS OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10330335","quote_2_text":"YESTERDAY MAY 12, 2010 MY WIFE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN OUR 1 MONTH OLD FORD F350 CABELA EDITION","quote_3_odi":"10363498","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S FACTORY FLOOR MAT \"CREEPING\" UP OVER THE ACCELERATOR CAUSING THE ACCELERATOR TO STICK DOWN AND THE VEHICLE RACING OUT OF CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2010-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10929853","quote_1_text":"I HAVE NOW FOUND THE 2ND RIM IN 3 WEEKS WITH A CRACK IN THE RIM. AFTER LOOKING ONLINE I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL FORUMS WITH NUMEROUS PEOPLE STATING THEY'VE HAD THE SAME ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10522760","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE RIM HAS AN APPROXIMATE 5\" CRACK THAT RUNS PARALLEL TO THE BEAD BETWEEN SPOKES","quote_3_odi":"10468102","quote_3_text":"WHILE ON AN EXTENDED TRIP, TIRES WERE CHECKED EACH DAY (80 PSI). MID-DAY THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR SOUNDED ON CONSOLE. RIGHT REAR TIRE INDICATED 60 PSI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2011-diesel-engine-stall","label":"Loss of engine power and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11643799","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle jerked and lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10676468","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING EAST ON I-90 NEAR BOZEMAN, MT AT ABOUT 70MPH WHEN A WARNING APPEARED ON MY DASH TELLING ME TO PULL OVER TO A SAFE LOCATION IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"10430848","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE TRUCK AWAY FROM A TRAFFIC LIGHT. WHEN THE TRUCK REACHED APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH. THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. I LOST FORWARD MOTION, STEERING CONTROL AND BRAKING POWER. I WAS ABLE TO WRESTLE THE TRUCK OFF THE ROAD AND INTO A PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2011-steering-wheel-death-wobble","label":"Steering wheel oscillation at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10936530","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WOBBLES/VIBRATES \"DEATH WOBBLE\" AT HIGH SPEED OR WHEN HITTING A BUMP ON FREEWAY, ONLY WAY TO STOP THE WOBBLE IS TO REDUCE VEHICLE SPEED TO UNDER 30 MPH, VEHICLE ONLY HAS 35K MILES, I HAVE HEARD OF MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE OCCURRING AROUND 30K MILES ON FORDS,","quote_2_odi":"10903402","quote_2_text":"TRUCK GOES INTO A DEATH WOBBLE WHEN DRIVING 60MPH OR FASTER. USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN YOU GO OVER A BRIDGE, CATTLE GUARD OR BUMP IN THE ROAD. CAUSE THE CEHICLE TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY AND YOU HAVE TO COME TO ALMOST A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"10629783","quote_3_text":"2011 FORD F-350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO SEVERE STEERING WHEEL OSCILLATION PROBLEMS. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE MUST BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP, TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP SHAKING. IT HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2011-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11015210","quote_1_text":"NOTE: GRANADA TIRE BRAND(A LES SCHWAB BEND OREGON TIRE BRAND) WAS NOT IN THE DROP DOWN TO SELECT. LEFT REAR TIRE BLOWOUT DUE TO DELAMINATION WITH LESS THAN 2500 MILLE'S ON A NEW SET OF TIRES","quote_2_odi":"10722876","quote_2_text":"CATASTROPHIC TREAD SEPARATION (TIRE DID NOT DEFLATE) OF LEFT REAR TIRE ON PICKUP. NEARLY LOST CONTROL, BUT MAINTAINED CONTROL AND GOT TO SIDE OF ROAD. ESTIMATED $8,500 DAMAGES TO TRUCK. NO INJURIES AND NO OTHER VEHICLES INVOLVED. NO ROAD HAZARD HIT. TIRES ROTATED AS REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"10502157","quote_3_text":"CHUNKS OF THE TREAD ARE COMING OFF OF THE TIRE. THIS DEFECT WAS NOTICED WHILE HAVING MY TRUCK SERVICED AT THE DEALERSHIP. THEY INSTRUCTED ME TO VISIT A TIRE STORE THAT SOLD MICHELIN TIRES TO GET THEM RELPACED. WHEN I WENT TO THE TIRE STORE AND THEY CONTACTED MICHELIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-brake-loss-of-power","label":"Service brake loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11292084","quote_1_text":"ON 12-24-19 I WAS DRIVING ~55 MPH ON A 2 LANE ROAD AND HAD AN ACCIDENT OCCUR IN FRONT OF ME IN WHICH I HAD TO SLAM ON MY BRAKES TO AVOID THE WRECK. MY TRUCK SLOWED BUT NOT LIKE IT WAS SUPPOSED TO AND I HAD TO SWERVE OFF THE SHOULDER TO AVOID CONTACT WITH OTHER VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10716536","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-350. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND MADE THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO STOP. THE REMOVED THE BRAKE PADS AND DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKE PISTONS IN THE CALIPER WERE SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"10523164","quote_3_text":"2012 F350 SUPER DUTY WAS PARKED AT THE TOP OF A DRIVEWAY THAT SLOPED DOWNWARD ON A 33% GRADE. I PUT THE TRUCK IN REVERSE TO BACK DOWN THE DRIVEWAY AND WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO REGULATE THE SPEED ON DESCENT OF THE SLOPE, THE BRAKES FROZE UP AND HAD NO POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"CP4 high-pressure fuel pump and injector failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11466277","quote_1_text":"CP4 high pressure fuel pump catastrophic failure. My fuel pump grenades and I lost all power on a busy road. I was able to use momentum after the loss of power to safely exit the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11339482","quote_2_text":"CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF CP4 HIGH PRESSURE FUEL INJECTION PUMP. TRUCK STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF ROAD WHILE DRIVING VERY DANGEROUS. FORD WANTS $13,000 TO FIX IT, HAVE ALREADY PAID >$7,000 TO FIX EXHAUST SYSTEM FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11111981","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 32,000 MILES ON IT. 6.7 DIESEL. UPON STARTING THE TRUCK ( STATIONARY IN MY DRIVEWAY ) #3 FUEL INJECTOR POPPED OUT OF THE ENGINE, CAUSING A MISFIRE AND SPRAYING DIESEL FUEL ALL OVER THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11659065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the contact rolled over a bump and the vehicle started to shudder and sway to the left and right violently","quote_2_odi":"10554360","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-350 SD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE TRAVELED OVER A ROAD BUMP AND THE FRONT END SHOOK VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC","quote_3_odi":"10914087","quote_3_text":"AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, IMPERFECTIONS IN PAVEMENT, TO INCLUDE CHANGES IN ROAD GRADE OR EXPANSION JOINTS, CAUSE SEVERE OSCILLATION IN BOTH FRONT TIRES. THE CONDITION IS UNPREDICTABLE, AND UNCONTROLLABLE. IN THIS CONDITION, THE DRIVER CANNOT STEER THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-egt-sensor-shutdown","label":"EGT sensor failure triggers stop-safely-now shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10676478","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK DASH DISPLAY READ STOP VEHICLE SAFELY. I IMMEDIATELY LOOKED FOR A DRIVEWAY AND FOUND ON ABOUT 50' ON THE LEFT. I BARELY MADE IT INTO THE PARKING LOT I HAD CHOSEN WHEN THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN","quote_2_odi":"10649756","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD F-350. AFTER THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE EGT EXHAUST TEMPERATURE SENSOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10547999","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AN ALARM SOUNDED AND THE DRIVER DISPLAY STATED \" STOP SAFELY NOW\" AND LOST ALL THROTTLE RESPONSE. WHEN THE VEHICLE STOPPED, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF AND IT WOULD NOT CRANK OR RESTART. IT HAD TO BE TOWED FROM A BUSY INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-electrical-lighting-failure","label":"Electrical system and exterior lighting malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10509690","quote_1_text":"RECURRING EVENT: REAR LIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND BRAKE LIGHTS STOP WORKING. SOME OR ALL MAY FAIL AT ANY GIVEN TIME. DOES NOT SEEM TO BE ASSOCIATED WITH ANY WEATHER RELATED CONDITION","quote_2_odi":"10945666","quote_2_text":"REAR BRAKE LIGHTS AND TURN SIGNAL FAILURE. MY REAR BRAKE LIGHTS AND TURN SIGNALS INTERMITTENTLY STOP WORKING WITH OUT NOTICE. I HAVE REPLACED THE BULBS MANY TIMES ONLY TO FIND OUT THAT THEY ARE NOT BAD","quote_3_odi":"11058216","quote_3_text":"DOOR AJAR WARNING AND INTERIOR LIGHTS REMAIN ON EVEN WHEN DOOR IS SHUT SECURELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-exhaust-turbo-egr-failure","label":"Exhaust manifold, turbo, and EGR cooler failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11269032","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BROKE INTO TWO PIECES. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND IT JUST STARTED MAKING A LOUD EXHAUST LEAK","quote_2_odi":"10958869","quote_2_text":"EGR COOLER FAILURE DUE TO CLOGGING, HAPPENS AT REGULAR INTERVALS OF ABOUT 20-30,000 MILES. DEALERS/FORD'S ANSWER TO PROBLEM IS TO 'DRIVE TRUCK LIKE ITS STOLEN' THIS IS NOT AN ANSWER","quote_3_odi":"10664069","quote_3_text":"TURBO CHARGER TUBE FAILED AT THE PLASTIC CONNECTION JOINT ON THE TURBO. PLASTIC CONNECTION BROKE CAUSING A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AT HIGHWAY SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2012-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10995512","quote_1_text":"DRIVING 70 MPH ON EXPRESSWAY WHEN TREAD COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM BELTS ON TIRE DAMAGING THE RIGHT REAR WHEEL WELL, BODY, TRIM AND BUMPER. TIRE WAS A FACTORY INSTALLED (BOUGHT THE 2012 F350 NEW) GENERAL GRABBER HTS SIZE 245/75 R 17 WITH 54,000 MILES ON THEM","quote_2_odi":"10731411","quote_2_text":"ON OCTOBER 16, 2014 MY TRUCK WAS DAMAGED DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION ON A BF GOODRICH ? ALL TERRAIN T/A KO, LT 285 / 65R20 TIRE (DOT BE3F UH11 0912), SOLD BY DISCOUNT TIRE COMPANY IN ODESSA, TX","quote_3_odi":"10763951","quote_3_text":"I NOW HAVE A THIRD TIRE WITH TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRE IS A BF GOODRICH ALL-TERRAIN T/A KO, LT285/65R20 127/124S, DOT (BE3F UH11 1313). THIS TIME THE TIRE WAS LOCATED ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AND CAUSED A DEATH SHIMMY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2013-death-wobble","label":"Steering/suspension death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721290","quote_1_text":"Driving along at 70 mph and just crossed a bridge and met the asphalt when all of a sudden the steering wheel shook violently & almost caused a fatal accident","quote_2_odi":"11556378","quote_2_text":"I am the original owner and began experiencing the death wobble in 2020. I put $5k into my suspension and put an additional steering stabilizer bracket to still experience the wobble","quote_3_odi":"11499835","quote_3_text":"We have experienced “death wobble” several times with the Ford. Every time we get all the necessary parts replaced and they’ll last about 6 months and the death wobble will return","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2013-def-egr-emissions-fault","label":"DEF/EGR emissions system fault","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11682365","quote_1_text":"My 2013 F-350 Super Duty 6.7 Diesel truck has a problem with the DEF system and power loss","quote_2_odi":"11630962","quote_2_text":"Several months ago I noticed a shrill whining noise coming from the engine compartment. Upon closer inspection, I observed raw emissions coming from the exhaust manifold","quote_3_odi":"11604749","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2013-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11233206","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 FORD F-350. WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE CONTACT DETECTED AN ABNORMAL ODOR OF FUEL","quote_2_odi":"11128357","quote_2_text":"WHILE TOWING OUR FIFTH-WHEEL TRAILER WITH OUR FORD F350 DRW TRUCK, THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER (DPF) CAUGHT FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11005473","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 55MPH, RECEIVED A \"LOW FUEL PRESSURE\" WARNING. SECONDS LATER, A FIRE BROKE OUT IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WHICH COULD NOT BE CONTROLLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2013-engine-stall-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stall from fuel pump or injector failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11525000","quote_1_text":"Cp4 pump failure resulting in stalled engine and loss of power brakes and power steering","quote_2_odi":"10790402","quote_2_text":"THE EGT SENSOR FAILED, THEREFORE THE ENGINE'S COMPUTER SHUT DOWN THE MOTOR WHILE I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE","quote_3_odi":"10622326","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN MY NEIGHBORHOOD AT ABOUT 25 MPH AND THE ENGINE QUIT, AND WOULD NOT RESTART!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2013-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11650326","quote_1_text":"1. The tread seperated from the tire at 60mph on highway. small vibration prior to incident","quote_2_odi":"10978654","quote_2_text":"TIRE SEPARATION. 4 OF 5 ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MICHELIN LTX M'S2 225/75 R16 TIRES HAVE FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10983673","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING, APPROX. 70 MPH ON I-20 JUST WEST OF CAMDEN S.C. FELT A VIBRATION IN THE STEERING OF THE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11539209","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, another vehicle pulled in front, and he was not able to honk the horn. Additionally, the cruise control deactivated independently. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11404282","quote_2_text":"AROUND 25,000 MILES THE FRONT AIRBAG LIGHT STAYED ON.IT WENT OFF AFTER DRIVING A FEW MILES.THEN ON A LONG TRIP IS CAME ON AGAIN AND HASN'T GONE OFF---MILEAGE IS 33280","quote_3_odi":"11052068","quote_3_text":"SHORTLY AFTER BUYING 2014 SUPERDUTY F350 CREW CAB DIESEL USED TRUCK IN JUNE 2017, AIRBAG LIGHTS STARTED COMING ON AND OFF. WAS TOLD THEY AIRBAGS NOT ACTIVATE IF WE WERE IN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-brake-performance","label":"Uneven or failed brake performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10747347","quote_1_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT THE TRUCK IN MAY OF 2014 I HAVE EXPERIENCED UNEVEN BRAKING, MEANING MOST OF THE TIME WHEN I BRAKE, THE VEHICLE PULLS TO THE RIGHT HARD. LESS SO ON THE LEFT","quote_2_odi":"10726410","quote_2_text":"HAD A LOADED TRAILER OF ABOUT 10,000 LBS HAD TRUCK IN FOUR WHEEL DRIVE, HAD BOTH FEET ON BRAKE. TRUCK WAS STOPPED ON A DECLINE. SHIFTED TRUCK TO REVERSE AND THE BRAKES FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11154900","quote_3_text":"2014 F350 CREW CAB W/LONG BED DIESEL I PARKED ON SLOPED DRIVEWAY WITH SNOW UNDER PASSENGER TIRES. I PLACED IN PARK BUT DID NOT SET PARKING BRAKE. WALKED AWAY FROM VEHICLE AND IN ABOUT 5 MINUTES THE TRUCK ROLLED DOWN DRIVEWAY 12 FEET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-death-wobble-steering","label":"Death wobble under steering and suspension shaking","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11638258","quote_1_text":"Experiencing SEVERE Death Wobble since August 2024, problem continues today at speeds of 60-70mph on curve and/or hard bump in roadway. Mechanic has replace all front end suspension and steering \"wear parts\". Have replaced all 4 shock absorbers","quote_2_odi":"11507575","quote_2_text":"My F350 has had multiple occurrences of the front wheels violently shaking back and forth to the point the steering wheel is uncontrollable, literally shaking from my hands-a phenomenon many refer to as \"death wobble\". Steering control of the vehicle was lost","quote_3_odi":"10893771","quote_3_text":"THE PICKUP TRUCK WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP, AND IT IS INHERENT TO WHAT IS KNOWN AS THE \"DEATH WOBBLE.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-diesel-emissions-faults","label":"Diesel emissions and exhaust component faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11682980","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11120525","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10714704","quote_3_text":"NOX SENSOR AND MODULE FAILURE. DID NOT LEAVE US ABANDONED, BUT IF IT WAS 1 WEEK LATER, IT WOULD HAVE LEFT US ON THE HIGHWAY ON A WEEKEND WITH NO WAY TO FIX. RECALLS FOR SOFTWARE UPDATES COVER UP TO 2013, BUT NOT THIS 2014 TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11668844","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving and pulling a trailer, the fuel line detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a truck stop","quote_2_odi":"11620747","quote_2_text":"The fuel injection system is the same as Dodge and Chevrolet. I own a 2014 F350 with a 6.7 Diesel. My truck has been broken down for 6 months, after catastrophic failure in the road due to CP4 fuel injection pump","quote_3_odi":"10981329","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD F-350. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2014-transmission-driveline","label":"Transmission and driveline shifting failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11672441","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford F-350 with a trailer hitched to the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s side rear wheel locked up, and the trailer started fishtailing","quote_2_odi":"11417715","quote_2_text":"Transmission jumps out of gear while driving. It happens both in tow/Haul mode hauling my camper and in regular mode driving","quote_3_odi":"10837102","quote_3_text":"FRONT DIFFERENTIAL AXLE YOKE SHATTERED. OTHERS WITH SAME TRUCK ALSO SUFFERED FAILURE. FORD DENIED RESPONSIBILITY, BUT TOO MANY OTHER OWNERS EXPERIENCE POTENTIAL LIFE SAFETY FAILURES IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-back-over-camera-fault","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735735","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the camera was inoperable. At times the camera was blank. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact received the recall notification letter 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_2_odi":"11662847","quote_2_text":"The back up camera on my F350 froze the image on the screen as I was backing up, and I didn’t realize that I had backed into my daughter’s car","quote_3_odi":"11668558","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera system failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera system displayed a black screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11612633","quote_1_text":"Failed CP4 design. $10000 to fix a known issue with a failed design that Gm had a class action lawsuit with","quote_2_odi":"11244230","quote_2_text":"THEY DIAGNOSED IT AND SAID THERE'S METAL THROUGHOUT THE FUEL SYSTEM, THE HPFP IS GOING BAD AND WEARING OUT, THERE IS ALSO RUST AND WATER IN THE FUEL RAIL. IN ORDER TO FIX THE PROBLEM, THE BILL WILL BE A LITTLE OVER $11,000","quote_3_odi":"10892303","quote_3_text":"2015 F350 6.7 DIESEL WITH 46,000 MILES THAT IS DOWN BECAUSE HPOP IS DEFECTIVE AND SPREADING MEDAL THROUGH SYSTEM. FORD HAS INSPECTED AND SAID IT IS BECAUSE OF WATER IN FUEL, EVEN THOUGH NO WARNING LIGHTS OR CODES ARE AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-death-wobble-shake","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11557880","quote_1_text":"I lost control of the vehicle on the highway due to a \"Death Wobble\" in the steering system. It threw me into the next lane and I was lucky to survive","quote_2_odi":"11715853","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed? The Steering and Suspension system failed. Specifically, the front axle hubs, track bar, and U-joints failed, causing a violent loss of steering control known as \"Death Wobble.\"","quote_3_odi":"11616521","quote_3_text":"Hello on 8/3/22 I was driving on the highway and as I was accelerating at around 50mph the steering wheel started to violently shake back and forth. I thought I was going to loose control and crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-def-heater-derate","label":"DEF reductant heater fault causing engine derate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11265376","quote_1_text":"ON MY 2115 FORD F 350 POWERSTROKE DIESEL THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND IT DE RATED THE POWER. I READ THE CEL CODE AND ITS PB20A WHICH IS A REDACTANT HEATER PERFORMANCE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11151599","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD F-350. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT IT NEEDED A REDUCTANT HEATER CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10893529","quote_3_text":"DEF TANK FILLED AT 7300 MILES. AT 9600 MILES A \"EXHAUST FLUID LOW\" 50 MILES TIL ENGINE IDLE. PICKED UP EXHAUST FLUID AND REFILLED-ONLY 2 GALS ADDED TO OVERFLOWING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-dpf-regen-rough-run","label":"Rough running and power loss during DPF regeneration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10789072","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS A DIESEL, AND WHEN IT ENTERS REGEN MODE TO CLEAN THE EXHAUST FILTER APP. ONE MINUTES AFTERWARD THE ENGINE ROUGHS VERY ROUGH AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"10907541","quote_2_text":"AT 40 TO 50 MPH THE TRUCK CAN EXPERIENCE LOSS OF POWER AND SEVERE \"SHUDDERING\" WE HAVE 2 2015'S THAT WE PURCHASED LAST SEPTEMBER AND BOTH ARE EXPERIENCE THE SAME ISSUE IT'S VERY SPORADIC SEEMS TO HAPPEN A FEW TIMES A WEEK","quote_3_odi":"11111026","quote_3_text":"EXHAUST FILTER CLEANING WHEN THAT WARNING COMES ON MY TRUCKS ENGINE IS REALLY ROUGH AND SHAKES. THIS IS WHEN DRIVING TO CLEAR THE EXHAUST FILTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2015-steering-binds-no-center","label":"Steering wheel binds and fails to return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684506","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring the steering wheel to be manually returned to center after completing a turn","quote_2_odi":"11089046","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL WILL RANDOMLY STICK WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT FEELS LIKE FLAT TIRE AND YOU HAVE TO MUSCLE THE STEERING WHEEL BACK THE OPPOSITE WAY AND THEN YOU CAN'T CONTROL THAT","quote_3_odi":"11083996","quote_3_text":"WHILE MAKING TURNS YOU ARE UNABLE TO TURN WHEEL BACK STRAIGHT AS IT LOCKS UP IN CITY DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2016-airbag-clockspring-recall","label":"Airbag clock spring recall part unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11523741","quote_1_text":"Just had to pay $239.58 for my steering wheel clock spring Ford F-350 “Recall” for the parts and labor. The dealership said that Ford still has not \"provided parts\" for the recall. The dealership was able to get the clock spring part and replace it but had to charge me","quote_2_odi":"11510554","quote_2_text":"I am writing because I own a 2016 ford f-350 that has had a clock spring contamination recall for months. The manufacturer has NOT developed a fix for this problem and I cannot use the vehicle for rental purposes because of this recall","quote_3_odi":"11524875","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V337000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2016-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673802","quote_1_text":"I was driving as normal and truck started shaking vigorously until I came to a stop. From I can tell, they call this a death wobble. I almost hit another car and have some video of it","quote_2_odi":"11485897","quote_2_text":"Experience the famous death wobble from 50mph to 70mph hitting a bump or uneven surface you have to stop the vehicle to regain control","quote_3_odi":"11430816","quote_3_text":"Death wobble happens when I hit a bump at high speeds nearly had two different wrecks losing control of the steering ability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2016-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730672","quote_1_text":"The CP4 is failing, this has been a know problem on these F- series trucks for sometime now. This needs to be remedied on these vehicles. This has been known for years","quote_2_odi":"11558911","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the \"Engine Power Reduced\" message was displayed and the vehicle downshifted while running very rough before the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11015415","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS 10K MILES ON IT. WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, VEHICLE SHUT UP, AND WOULD NOT START BACK UP. TOOK TO DEALER, STATED IT WAS A FUEL PUMP PROBLEM, THAT THE FUEL PUMP IN THE TRUCK BLEW UP AND SENT METAL SHREDS THROUGH THE FUEL RAIL SYSTEM AND INTO THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2016-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under recall 25V572","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737528","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while reversing, the rear view camera independently blanked on and off","quote_2_odi":"11718742","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11362155","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA WORKS INTERMITTENTLY AND/OR IS DISTORTED. I HAD THE VEHICLE IN UNDER WARRANTY AND THE DEALER'S SERVICE DEPARTMENT COULD NEVER DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2016-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter and transmission shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11559079","quote_1_text":"At 55,000 miles torque converter locked up. Very difficult to stop vehicle due to excessive rpm’s. Ford has had problems with this and due to being out of year warranty..will not repair","quote_2_odi":"11467833","quote_2_text":"While idling at an intersection my truck will “lunge” forward requiring me to apply excessive braking to prevent the vehicle from going into oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11559849","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the transmission was shifting hard and was slipping","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2017-front-end-death-wobble","label":"Front-end wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":177,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":562,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11320078","quote_1_text":"AT 39000 MILES DEVELOPED A MASSIVE FRONT WHEEL SHAKE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON ROUGH ROADS. ROTATED TIRES AND BALANCED. NO CHANGE. REPLACE ALL TIRES WITH SAME AS CAME WITH. DEATH WOBBLE WAS GONE FOR 4000 MILES HAS NOW RETURNED.","quote_2_odi":"11320648","quote_2_text":"MY TRUCK HAS HAD A \"DEATH WOBBLE\"SINCE IT WAS ABOUT 3 MONTHS OLD. THE FIRST TIME I THOUGHT MAYBE JUST A ROAD CONDITION. IT'S BEEN \"FIXED\" 3 TIMES BUT HASN'T BEEN CORRECTED YET. IT HAPPENS AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS OF 70+ MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2017-steering-damper-drag-link","label":"Steering damper and drag link replacement","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":562,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11421813","quote_1_text":"I have had the so called dreaded death wobble experience 2 times. They replaced steering Dampner with no success. Then replaced some drag link. ? However that was out of pocket","quote_2_odi":"11514111","quote_2_text":"Steering stabilizer/damper. Truck has the death wobble going over 50 mph.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2017-tailgate-opens-on-its-own","label":"Tailgate opening on its own","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":562,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11385181","quote_1_text":"THE TAILGATE OPENS INTERMITTENTLY EVEN WHEN LOCKED, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP IN THE ROAD. IT IS LIKE THE LATCH IT NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. ALSO, THE RADIATOR KEEPS LEAKING ON THE LEFT UPPER HOSE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE.","quote_2_odi":"11194958","quote_2_text":"FOR NO REASON THE TAILGATE WILL OPEN ON IT'S OWN. EITHER DRIVING OR PARKED. TAILGATE HAS COME DOWN A NUMBER OF TIMES. AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND IN A PARKING LOT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera failure impairs rear visibility","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566921","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350. The contact stated while reversing, he became aware that the rear-view camera display failed to display an image. As a result of the failure, the contact reversed into a tree","quote_2_odi":"11534579","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the back over prevention screen displayed a black screen, with the “Camera Unavailable” message displayed","quote_3_odi":"11151494","quote_3_text":"BACK UP CAMERA GOES BLANK AND SHOWS BLACK ON DISPLAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2018-death-wobble","label":"Front-end steering wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578414","quote_1_text":"Vehicle steering began shuddering violently while driving at around 50MPH. I had to slow to around 25MPH to get the shuddering to stop. It happened again around 50MPH any time I hit a bump or pothole. At this point the vehicle is unable to be driven at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11360113","quote_2_text":"THE TRUCK HAS DEATH WOBBLE. WHILE IN MOTION AFTER HITTING ANY ROUGH PATCH OF ROAD THE TRUCKS STEERING WHEEL WILL SHAKE VIOLENTLY AND UNCONTROLLABLY TIL THE OSCILLATION SUBSIDES AFTER REDUCING SPEED BELOW HIGH SPEEDS. THE PROBLEM IS STILL PERSISTING","quote_3_odi":"11638271","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-350. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH and driving over a bump on the road, the steering wheel started vibrating and shaking abnormally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2018-diesel-fuel-system-failure","label":"Diesel fuel system leaks and high-pressure pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724348","quote_1_text":"My wife reported a strong smell fuel in the passenger compartment of my 2018 F350 6.7L Diesel vehicle while returning home from work. Upon inspection under the hood when power was turned on I discovered a strong stream of fuel from the filter cap","quote_2_odi":"11668566","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump had exploded, causing metal shavings intrusion in the fuel system. The dealer determined that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11513775","quote_3_text":"The fuel filter under the engine began leaking diesel fuel on the hot engine which ignited a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2018-tailgate-opening","label":"Power tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11330252","quote_1_text":"TAILGATE OPENED ON ITS OWN...TOWING 5TH WHEEL TRAILER...THIS IS SECOND TIME SINCE TAILGATE RECALL WAS DONE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11486067","quote_2_text":"In my 2018 F350, I experienced my power tailgate opening on its own. It happened when the vehicle was unattended and while the vehicle was in motion","quote_3_odi":"11160639","quote_3_text":"TAILGATE OPENS UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2018-wheel-valve-stem-corrosion","label":"Aluminum wheel valve stem corrosion and air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11084859","quote_1_text":"ALUMINUM WHEEL VALVE STEM LEAKING - TIRE LOOSING APPROXIMATELY 10 PSI PER DAY. TPMS ALARM NOTIFIED ME OF A PROBLEM ON HIGHWAY WHEN PRESSURE REACHED 50 PSIG (SPEC =65) BUT IDENTIFIED THE WRONG TIRE BECAUSE THE SENSORS ARE INCORRECTLY MAPPED","quote_2_odi":"11104173","quote_2_text":"RECURRING VALVE STEM LEAKS CAUSING LOW AIR PRESSURE WHILE VEHICLE STATIONARY AND MOVING. FORD DOES NOT HAVE A FIX","quote_3_odi":"11323970","quote_3_text":"EXTREME CORROSION AROUND THE VALVE STEM CAUSING THE TIRES TO GO FLAT. NOW HAVE THE 7TH FLAT TIRE ON A TRUCK WITH ONLY 15,000 MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-diesel-particulate-filter-faults","label":"Diesel particulate filter and sensor faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11527013","quote_1_text":"An OBD2 engine code of P2002 came up, so I took it to my local Ford Dealership. While it was at the dealership, I did a little research and found out that this crack on the DPF filter was a common occurrence on 2017-2020 F250 and F350 Powerstrokes","quote_2_odi":"11713899","quote_2_text":"Engine light went on and its at Willowbrook ford in Illinois. Emission problem with Particular Sensor code 22e02. The cost of repair is between 816 plus another 1259 if it is cracked","quote_3_odi":"11547210","quote_3_text":"Truck refuses to regen. Find a service bulletin for known MAF problems on the 6.7 engines. This issues cause truck to go into limp mode and can shut truck off with little to no notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-front-end-steering-oscillation","label":"Front-end steering oscillation after road bumps","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":113,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11670258","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on three occasions while driving approximately 60 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started to wobble violently. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle decelerated below 30 MPH, the wobbling ceased","quote_2_odi":"11618382","quote_2_text":"I was driving on an interstate at about 70MPH and I hit a bump that sent my front end into a terrible wobble. I could not regain control and literally had to slow down by braking and pulling off the road","quote_3_odi":"11453279","quote_3_text":"While driving straight down the freeway at about 60mph I drove across an expansion joint and the front of the vehicle began to vibrate violently. I had to slow down quickly to 40mph before it returned to a controlled vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-fuel-filter-leak-engine-fire","label":"Diesel leak from fuel filter housing and engine fire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11645840","quote_1_text":"The fuel filter housing cracked and started pouring diesel out the top and back of the engine. No warning lights going to dealer for replacement. This can be very dangerous for vehicle occupants and another motorist","quote_2_odi":"11715122","quote_2_text":"Failed component was the upper fuel filter/ fuel filter connecting lines located on top of the 6.7 power stroke engine broke and poured diesel all over the engine and into the valley causing the engine and engine bay to catch on fire while driving down the road","quote_3_odi":"11730641","quote_3_text":"While sitting at a stop sign, the fuel supply line blue off the fuel filter under the hood. Straying diesel fuel all over. The white clip that hold the hose on had crumbled apart, It soaked the engine with fuel and we were lucky it did not start a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-fuel-pump-metal-debris","label":"Fuel pump metal debris and loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11639694","quote_1_text":"the CP4 fuel pump sent metal shavings into the fuel injectors and the engine quit. no warning light came on at all. the entire fuel system had to be rebuilt. This happened in the middle of the night on [XXX] in shreveport LA","quote_2_odi":"11624917","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle started to lose motive power while driving 70 MPH. The \"Power Reduced Mode\" message was displayed, and the contact activated the hazard lights and pulled over to the shoulder of the highway","quote_3_odi":"11592778","quote_3_text":"When taken into Ford they sated the fuel pressure pump and fuel rail were damaged due to pump sending metal shaving throughout the fuel system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera blank or clouded image in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11727398","quote_1_text":"My rearview camera is showing a distorted image and then goes blank while in reverse creating a safety issue while backing up","quote_2_odi":"11673738","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera failed to display a rearview image. The contact stated that the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11507675","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was displaying a cloudy image. No warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-tailgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening without driver input","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11463111","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 5 MPH, the tailgate opened automatically. There were no warning lights. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with a faulty tailgate. The tailgate was rewired; however, the failure reoccurred consistently","quote_2_odi":"11472031","quote_2_text":"On or around June 4, 2022 I was driving my truck and had my enclosed trailer attached. I went to put my trailer up in storage and noticed my tailgate had opened on its own","quote_3_odi":"11454692","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while hauling a trailer, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, and the contact noticed that the tailgate had unexpectedly opened. The vehicle was taken to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2019-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking around the valve stem","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":463,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11457209","quote_1_text":"Rims crack around air stem. Airing up tires daily. Dealership welded 1 rim to stop wheel leak. We have a Dually truck 4 of the wheels cracked and leak. We fill tires with air daily","quote_2_odi":"11449368","quote_2_text":"Rims crack and fracture around base of air valve stem then lose air quickly going flat in minutes at high speed. This has happened multiple times, the Ford dealership welded the areas but over time they crack again and the for dealership welds them again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview and backup camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757321","quote_1_text":"The backup camera on the tailgate fails about 50% of the time when shifting into reverse. The screen is black. When it fails, I can sometimes get it to work by opening, then slamming the tailgate","quote_2_odi":"11631163","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image did not display properly and was very blurry","quote_3_odi":"11617842","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was significantly foggy. Additionally, the contact stated that the third brake light camera image was significantly foggy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel high-pressure fuel pump failure (recall 24V957000)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702986","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine power failure warning light illuminated, and the engine seized","quote_2_odi":"11659404","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Ford F-350 with the 6.7L Power Stroke diesel engine. It uses the Bosch CP4 high-pressure fuel pump, which is known to be prone to sudden, catastrophic failure","quote_3_odi":"11718642","quote_3_text":"A component has not yet failed but an existing recall (Ford recall 24S78 / NHTSA ID 24V957) describes the potential for loss of motive power increasing the risk of a crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch and lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11559654","quote_1_text":"Truck's power door lock actuators are failing and fail to unlock the doors via remote or the interior door(s) electric unlock button(s)","quote_2_odi":"11490480","quote_2_text":"Door locks. The electric door locks have stopped working on both front doors. I had the drivers repaired under warranty, and now the passenger door I paid for - about $300","quote_3_odi":"11549187","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that door latches on both sides of the truck have failed to properly secure the doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-engine-lifter-camshaft","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703037","quote_1_text":"I have the 7.3 gas engine. It is now sounding like a typewriter. I've been told I could have a $8,000 to $13,000 repair or total engine replacement. My truck is just under 97,000 miles and this has been a known issue for the Job 1 engines","quote_2_odi":"11696597","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence","quote_3_odi":"11547866","quote_3_text":"The engine failed on our 2020 F350 at 75,989 miles of normal usage. We only purchased this vehicle used May 2, 2023 from a Ford dealership in Michigan and drove it 5K miles when the check engine light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-steering-death-wobble","label":"Steering column separation and death wobble","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690649","quote_1_text":"I was driving when the steering column upper sharft sperated from the steering wheel. i was driving without any control of the steering","quote_2_odi":"11685751","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING FORWARD APPROX 5 MPH AND LOST ALL CONTROL OF THE STEERING. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT MOVING THE FRONT TIRES AT ALL. THERE WAS NO WARNING, AND INDICATION THAT THE STEERING WAS GOING BAD","quote_3_odi":"11555927","quote_3_text":"While traveling to and from New Orleans from New Jersey I had 12 incidents of the Ford Death Wobble. The first time I was traveling at 70 mile per hour when I hit a bump in the road and the wobble started","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-tailgate-unlatch-driving","label":"Tailgate unlatches or opens while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11474478","quote_1_text":"On 7/17/2022, while driving, the tailgate unexpectedly released. The tailgate was damaged by the trailer that was being towed at the time","quote_2_odi":"11396807","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TAILGATE HAS COME UNLATCHED SEVERAL TIMES. IT CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE CAMPER I WAS TOWING AND THE TAILGATE ITSELF. A 30LB PROPANE CYLINDER ALMOST ROLLED OUT OF THE TRUCK AFTER THE TAILGATE CAME DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11326756","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD F-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TAILGATE FAILED TO REMAIN LATCHED WHILE DRIVING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TAILGATE OPENED INDEPENDENTLY THREE TIMES WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard shifting and gear loss (10R140)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730675","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden, unexpected downshifting and loss of gear engagement while driving","quote_2_odi":"11594892","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, towing a boat he heard a loud popping noise. The contact stated that the rear wheels were locked in place, and skid","quote_3_odi":"11616287","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Ford F-350 has had an occasional problem with the transmission since shortly after I purchased it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2020-wiper-arm-recall-delay","label":"Windshield wiper arm failure and recall delay","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11513081","quote_1_text":"The local dealer (Corwin Ford Reno) and Ford have not resolved the wiper recall issue in a timely manner. The driver-side wiper consistently stalls mid-stroke rendering the vehicle unsafe and unusable during bad or unpredictable weather","quote_2_odi":"11467398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11520896","quote_3_text":"Routinely have issues with the wiper arms not returning to resting locations or not working intermittingly while in use. Known issue that has gone completely unresolved","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11655026","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to function as intended. In addition, an error message indicated that the camera was unavailable and to contact the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11689583","quote_2_text":"Back up camera screen goes blue when put in reverse. Then after 20 seconds says camera unavailable see dealer. I had dealer repair with a software reset. Worked for about 2 weeks then same symptoms. Noticed Ford has a recall for the same symptoms on other vehicles…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-death-wobble","label":"Front-end steering oscillation at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11633920","quote_1_text":"Death wobble: while driving approximately 60 MPH over a bridge and construction zone over rough pavement the steering oscillated rapidly and I drifted into another lane applied the brakes causing other vehicles to swerve and emergency brake. This occurred [XXX] in Denver…","quote_2_odi":"11491815","quote_2_text":"While driving on a road with moderate potholes at about 45 miles per hour the steering wheel and front end stared violently shaking and did not stop until i came to a stop. I took it to the local ford dealership (Cavender Ford) and the service manager said it is a known issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11567872","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Ford F-350 Diesel. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the contact's residential yard, the contact noticed the vehicle was on fire. The contact had just parked the vehicle and walked around to the back of the residence…","quote_2_odi":"11604955","quote_2_text":"On highway for 2 hours, pulling 5th wheel trailer. Diesel Particulate Filter Cleaning alert went on. Immediately truck lost power, a few other alerts flashed on the screen that couldn't read in time then alert that truck was being put in Neutral which it did…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-fuse-box-water-intrusion","label":"Fuse box water intrusion and electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11538440","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated that on several occasions while parked, the vehicle was turned off but remained running. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that there was an electrical…","quote_2_odi":"11749077","quote_2_text":"I was driving my truck home when it completely shut off, I lost all power to everything, including the power steering brakes. When I got home, I did some research on the Internet to see possible causes. Apparently there is a service bulletin for the fuse box…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-hpfp-loss-of-power","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11743498","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road, where it lost motive power…","quote_2_odi":"11653947","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel). The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-rear-axle-recall","label":"Rear axle deformation recall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11427543","quote_1_text":"I was recently informed by Ford that my vehicle is subject to a recall (21S31) because the rear axle may deform and detach from the vehicle. I believe the Ford Safety Recall Report (and NHTSA Recall Number) is 21V-536. My concern is related to the proposed remedy…","quote_2_odi":"11475328","quote_2_text":"The rear axle repair was not completed and yet they reported that the dealer fixed it. Not true. The truck was taken in for repairs but the dealer was not able to fix it and told me that. They said I will have to get it fixed on my own. The rear axle is a known flaw…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-tailgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11429268","quote_1_text":"Electronic tailgate on the 2021 Ford F-350 is opening on its own while driving. Doesn't matter the speed...its happened at 10 mph and at 60 mph. This is a critical issue since it is damaging RVs. My latest occurrence is noted in the Additional Details section…","quote_2_odi":"11639880","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the tailgate opened inadvertently, and landed on the jack for the trailer that was being hauled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2021-wiper-failure","label":"Passenger-side windshield wiper failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11499060","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V250000 (Visibility) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH while it was sleeting…","quote_2_odi":"11511708","quote_2_text":"Turned on wiper and passenger side wiper assembly only moved an inch. Does not clear windshield. Wiper arm assembly failure, striped. Can not safely drive vehicle. Manufacturer Recall Number 22S26…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-battery-junction-box-moisture","label":"Battery Junction Box moisture intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11749684","quote_1_text":"fuse box is allowing moisture in causing horn to not stop and truck to remain running. Ford has updates in their manual that this is a problem but no recall issued.","quote_2_odi":"11670963","quote_2_text":"1 month ago my vehicle intermittently would not shut off. You could hit the Start/Stop button and from all dash board appearances the truck was off, but the truck was still running. I resorted to pulling a circuit breaker to get the truck off. I found NHTSA 10226938 and replaced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-front-end-death-wobble","label":"Front-end steering wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11590579","quote_1_text":"When I drive over 75 miles per hour my steering wheel starts to wobble violently.","quote_2_odi":"11501701","quote_2_text":"Hit a bump and the truck shook out of control. Better known as the Death Wobble. I was driving with a fully loaded 38 foot goose neck trailer( 8tons). There was no where to pull over and had to literally stop in the middle of the road to regain control.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-fuel-pump-loss-of-power","label":"Fuel pump failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11672949","quote_1_text":"Sudden loss of acceleration at highway speed. Engine sputtered and died as I coasted to a stop on a two lane bridge. Very dangerous location. Was able to restart engine. Ford dealer at next exit. Checked out and no codes thrown. Advised to keep driving until recurrence…","quote_2_odi":"11654457","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and vehicle stalled. The contact stated there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. An unknown message was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle failed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-rearview-camera-blackout","label":"Rearview camera blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11671308","quote_1_text":"My truck is only 3 years old. However about 3 months ago I noticed my rear view camera quit working. I only get a black or blue screen. Every other camera still works. I know there are over 1 million ford vehicles with this exact same issue that are under a recall. I would like…","quote_2_odi":"11693632","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image appeared…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-steering-column-separation","label":"Steering column and wheel separation","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11629901","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while pulling into the driveway approximately 5-10 MPH, the steering wheel separated and fell into the contact's lap. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the steering column…","quote_2_odi":"11689836","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the steering became inoperable. The contact stated that the steering wheel had separated, but the driver was able to reattach the steering wheel and regain control of the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11664505","quote_1_text":"Was driving at 06:30 in the morning on a multi-lane highway with light rain. Sudden explosion of the forward sunroof panel with glass shattering everywhere. It was a very loud boom that occurred. No other vehicles were close by so this was not a rock thrown…","quote_2_odi":"11513304","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road, no vehicles nearby or trees along road, the panoramic sunroof exploded. It was slightly bowed out and then fell into the vehicle in pieces. Thankfully no passengers were in the back seat, or they would have been injured by the shattered glass.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11687211","quote_1_text":"Integrated trailer brake controller failing. Surging and randomly releasing trailer brakes. I tow a 16k lb. Trailer.","quote_2_odi":"11677431","quote_2_text":"Loss of power to trailer brakes. Lights work, brakes get no power. Tested at plug on truck, no brake power, fuses checked, all still good. No messages for disconnected trailer.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11661875","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering abnormally while shifting from second through fourth gear. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed…","quote_2_odi":"11483407","quote_2_text":"Multiple fail alerts for the transmission and engine. The transmission was not shifting gears, very loud noise inside cab and vehicle would barley move at times. Initially, dealer said nothing wrong and cleared the dash alert. Issue returned the next time it was driven…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-audio-loud-screech","label":"Audio system sudden high-volume screeching","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-19 → 2025-02-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578342","quote_1_text":"I started my truck normally when a very loud screeching/ pounding was coming from the speakers. My decibel meter was reading 128 dB. Super loud! The volume didn't matter, turning off the radio did nothing. I was on my way to the dealership and stopped half way because of the…","quote_2_odi":"11641894","quote_2_text":"The audio system “glitched” and all of the speakers started screeching at maximum volume. I was unable to get this to stop outside of turning the vehicle off. It is so loud my ear were ringing for hours. This is loud enough it could definitely cause someone to wreck and impairs…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-camera-system-loss","label":"Rearview and surround camera system loss or freeze","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11-22 → 2026-03-17","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725098","quote_1_text":"All cameras went out on the F350 with a blue screen there’s a recall on this but my truck is not included and needs to be expanded","quote_2_odi":"11556524","quote_2_text":"When you remove the tailgate, none of the cameras on the vehicle work anymore. it would make sense if all cameras but the one on the tailgate would still work (since that one is no longer on the vehicle). But literally all the cameras, front, sides, and load watching, all become…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-door-latch-cold-weather","label":"Front door latch failure in cold weather","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-04 → 2025-09-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686568","quote_1_text":"The front doors come open while driving down the road in cold weather.  Multiple dealerships have to me to just deal with it.  My children have to hold the doors shut while we are going down the road or I have to hold the driver's door shut while driving.  There was a recall…","quote_2_odi":"11646448","quote_2_text":"Front doors will not close and latch when it is cold outside.  Multiple dealerships have told me there is nothing that they can do to fix this issue.  Doors will come open while driving if they don't latch.  I often have to use a ratchet strap to keep doors shut from the inside…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-electrical-dash-reboot","label":"Dashboard and infotainment system power loss and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09-03 → 2025-03-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11626749","quote_1_text":"My dash and head unit intermittently powers down then reboots both while I am parked and driving.  It also gives a message saying it may not start up or something about low power mode, front camera error and pro assist error.  I purchased my vehicle in Mar 2024 and it started…","quote_2_odi":"11616243","quote_2_text":"I frequently receive messages on the dash that the the truck: Vehicle may not start/restart service now, Pre-Collision assist not available and front camera fault.  My truck has died on me which in drive and reverse.  My dash and console has powered down while on the freeway…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-fca-unintended-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance unintended activation and unavailability","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04-29 → 2025-09-23","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11626789","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle the vehicle independently braked. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that there was no vehicle or object nearby in front of the vehicle. The contact stated that…","quote_2_odi":"11689223","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the adaptive cruise control mode was inoperable.  Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 50-55 MPH to the dealer, the contact noticed that the vehicle in front of the vehicle had stopped abruptly with no brake lights activated. The contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-fuel-system-failure","label":"Fuel system failure causing loss of engine power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09-03 → 2025-03-31","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649619","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway on two occasions my truck suddenly displayed low fuel pressure. I lost complete engine power. First occasion ford said was fuel control module. Second occurrence same thing was on [XXX] low fuel pressure signal and engine stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11651729","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that metal shavings were found inside the fuel system and that the fuel system needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f350-2023-transmission-shift-clunk","label":"Transmission shift hesitation, slip, and clunk","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03-19 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756450","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly hesitates to shift (slip/flare), usually from 3-4 or 8-9 gears.  It is sometimes accompanied by a clunk/slam before/after engaging the higher numbered gear.  It seems to happen more often when the transmission is at/approaching normal operating temperature","quote_2_odi":"11578344","quote_2_text":"The transmission delay shift from 3rd to fourth gear can be seconds then slams. I'm in Minnesota and when the roads are slick it WILL make the truck swing sideways when it goes into 4th. Well known problem but my truck doesn't have a tsb so everything is fine. NOT!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-auto-park-rollaway","label":"Automatic Return to Park failure causing rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742885","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that after reversing into the driveway and parking the vehicle, the engine was turned off while the vehicle was in reverse(R)","quote_2_odi":"11735224","quote_2_text":"When vehicle was in Reverse parked in garage with garage door open, I removed my seatbelt and opened the door to exit vehicle believing it was actually in Park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-camera-backup-failure","label":"Backup and surround-view camera failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731624","quote_1_text":"I purchased 2, 2024 F350 Super Duty's for our Highway Dept. The camera systems on both trucks failed. This includes the backup camera and forward facing camera","quote_2_odi":"11704656","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the 360-degree camera screen failed to display the rearview, and a message stating that the full screen was not available was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11572898","quote_3_text":"360 review camera fails to operate correctly and screen goes blue. Front parking sensors, rear cross traffic, auto emergency braking, and rear parking sensors fail to operate as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-engine-cooling-fault","label":"Engine performance and cooling malfunctions","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11647915","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350 SD. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11643974","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F 350 SD. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11679929","quote_3_text":"Fan Clutch Failure at 34,000 Miles, new clutch installed, fan clutch failure again at 47,000 miles. Causes unpredictable accelerations, delayed reaction and poor driveability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-steering-pull-misalign","label":"Steering pull, misalignment, and seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651185","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the steering wheel seized, causing the front passenger side to crash into the front driver side of a commercial vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11666333","quote_2_text":"Steering Wheel Misalignment, 2024 Ford F-350 Platinum (VIN: [XXX] ) I am submitting a safety-related defect complaint involving a visibly off-center steering wheel in my 2024 Ford F-350 Platinum","quote_3_odi":"11602263","quote_3_text":"Within the first 200 miles of ownership i noticed the truck pulls right and is difficult to steer left with the lane assist control switched off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708659","quote_1_text":"Ford Panoramic Sunroof P/N: ml3z-16500a18-c Spontaneously shattered while driving. No foreign object came in contact with the glass","quote_2_odi":"11697539","quote_2_text":"The vehicle part ML3Z-16500A18-E, or rear panoramic sunroof panel, spontaneously shattered while the vehicle was parked and turned off. I was not driving, and nothing impacted the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-trailer-brake-faults","label":"Trailer brake, light, and display faults while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722697","quote_1_text":"I own the 2024 f350 dually truck and regularly tow heavy trailers for commercial transport under DOT regulations. I have experienced repeated intermittent failures involving the truck’s trailer brake and trailer lighting system","quote_2_odi":"11610474","quote_2_text":"When pulling a trailer the breaks are delayed by at least 8 seconds. The hand break normally does it instantly but no longer","quote_3_odi":"11645233","quote_3_text":"vehicle dash goes blank when a trailer is hooked up to the truck. This leaves the driver with no information on the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-transmission-shift-fault","label":"Transmission shifting and power-loss faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732018","quote_1_text":"In tow/haul mode on even a slight downgrade while towing a 9000lb fifth wheel camper even the slightest application of brakes causes an extreme downshift from 10th to 4th at highway speeds of 60+ mph revving the engine to over 5000rpms","quote_2_odi":"11726373","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has gone into LIMP mode multiple times. Was driving the vehicle and the check engine light went on and the vehicle reduced its speed to 25 mph","quote_3_odi":"11649324","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford F-350. The contact stated that upon moving the gear shifter into drive, the vehicle failed to immediately shift into drive with a delayed response to the driver's input","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-350","model_slug":"f-350","cluster_id":"f-350-2024-under-dash-fire","label":"Under-dash electrical fire and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698065","quote_1_text":"I bought a new Ford F350 superdury on 10/24/2025 with 73 miles on it. I drove 110 miles to my parking lot and then on 10/27/2025 morning the vehicle spontaneously caught fire under the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11665061","quote_2_text":"Driver and passenger traveling on [XXX] when white smoke came out of dash. Turned onto [XXX] and stopped","quote_3_odi":"11638951","quote_3_text":"Main fuse panel shorted out with 6700 miles on vehicle - short created constant power to AC compressor locking it up and damaging all ac components. Cabin filled with smoke at time of electrical failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/f-350","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2017-driveshaft-failure-vibration","label":"Driveshaft failure and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11466363","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormal vibration and the driveshaft snapped. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the residence. The contact called the local dealer but","quote_2_odi":"11102808","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD F-450. WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK ABNORMALLY WITH A STRONG VIBRATION. THE CONTACT SLOWLY DECELERATED AS THE DRIVESHAFT FRACTURED OUTWARD FROM THE LEFT TO THE RIGHT SIDE. ALSO, THE TRANSMISSION HOUSING BECAME CRACKED AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2017-tailgate-opens-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11444986","quote_1_text":"Tailgate opens unexpectedly while vehicle is in motion. This has happened repeatedly over the past 12 months. After confirming that the tailgate was not inadvertently left open or opened while the vehicle was moving, we realized that the problem was internal. We could not find a","quote_2_odi":"11289792","quote_2_text":"TAILGATE TO TRUCK HAS OPENED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN SEPTEMBER AND NOVEMBER 2019. I AM NOT SURE AT THE EXACT TIME AND CONDITIONS THAT THE TAILGATE OPENED BUT WEATHER WAS RAINING MID-DAY ON TWO OF THE OCCASIONS, THE THIRD WAS EARLY MORNING. ONE OF THE TIMES THE TAILGATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2020-diesel-fuel-system-failure","label":"Diesel fuel system failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11658406","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel)","quote_2_odi":"11642508","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle, with the \"Reduced Engine Power\" message displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11640346","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V957000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2020-drivetrain-vibration-shake","label":"Drivetrain vibration and shake at speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11471498","quote_1_text":"Vibration at highway speeds aprox. 15,000 miles that continues to worsen to a slight vibration at idle and vibration/bounce/hop at aprox. 30,000 miles, to a violent shake at aprox","quote_2_odi":"11471521","quote_2_text":"Sudden acceleration while braking. While towing a gooseneck trailer aprox. 25,000 lbs, with the truck in tow/haul mode and the exhaust/engine brake turned on, started down a long winding 8% grade, could feel the engine brake working as normal, holding the truck from gaining","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2020-premature-tire-wear-blowout","label":"Premature tire wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11461644","quote_1_text":"Front tires on F450 Super Duty are all chopped up, and needing replacement after only 20,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11433785","quote_2_text":"225/70R 19.5 Cont Hybrid HD3. Truck is a 2021 F450 dually pickup. Mileage on the OEM tires is about 20,000 miles. The tire \"blew out\" while pulling a horse trailer with 7 horses on board. I personally checked tire pressure before departure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2020-tailgate-opens-while-towing","label":"Tailgate opening unexpectedly while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11562737","quote_1_text":"My tailgate came open randomly while pulling a trailer. Ford knows about this issue, but is yet to make a recall and not sure they’re going to cover the damage done to my tailgate","quote_2_odi":"11429194","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions, while towing a 5th wheel trailer, the tailgate opened by itself, coming in contact with the 5th wheel while turning. There was no warning or indication that the tailgate had opened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f-450-2020-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11609517","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing very erratic shifts between gears. The transmission is slingshot shifting in all gears between 3rd through 6th. If this continues it will undoubtedly blow the transmission out","quote_2_odi":"11550475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the transmission experienced rough shifting. The vehicle then inadvertently decelerated and failed to exceed 50 MPH. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11505961","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford F-450. The contact stated that while shifting into drive, the vehicle jolted forward. The vehicle was hard to shift into gear. There was an abnormal sound detected. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f450-2022-camera-infotainment-freeze","label":"Rearview and surround camera display freeze or black screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677483","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was black and frozen. Additionally, the contact stated that the infotainment system failed to display an image of all the cameras as needed. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11668001","quote_2_text":"Display showing cameras (ie backup, side views, bed, and hitch) freeze in a blue screen and does not change until you restart vehicle. Going in drive does not fix.  Also if you switch to bed camera while driving ( to check the load) it freezes or locks to a blue screen","quote_3_odi":"11738909","quote_3_text":"After updating Manufacturer Recall Number25SA8, My backup camera and all other cameras are not working. Ford is refussing to replace the Module B free of charge. Looks like I'm going to have to pay then go after them to get my money back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f450-2022-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11602753","quote_1_text":"Almost at the top of the hill a notification appeared on the dash screen stating, \"low power mode\".  As I was on top of a hill, towing a trailer, on a highway, and with no available offramps, I coasted down the hill trying to find a place to pull off of the…","quote_2_odi":"11539426","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her driver was driving at an undisclosed speed, her driver smelled a burning odor and noticed smoke at the hood of the vehicle. The contact then stated that the driver then stopped and exit the vehicle when the vehicle suddenly inflamed","quote_3_odi":"11619319","quote_3_text":"Within 1 min, the vehicle dashboard information went out and the engine stalled. I immediately put the vehicle in neutral and was able to coast to the shoulder without advantage of turn signals on either the RV or truck as a result. Once there I popped the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f450-2022-powertrain-vibration-shift","label":"Drivetrain vibration and transmission shift irregularities","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629060","quote_1_text":"I have had severe vibration in the rear of my pickup and have been to the dealer 5 or 6 times,they tell me all is normal and it's the nature of this $120,000 pickup. But for only having 28,000 miles they did say the rear driveline and carrier bearing could be the culprit","quote_2_odi":"11632513","quote_2_text":"The vehicles DEF system malfunctioning issue causes a warning to illuminate on the dash stating the “Speed Will Be Limited To 50 MPH in 50 Miles” but the DEF Fluid is and was in fact near full or full","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f450-2022-tailgate-unintended-opening","label":"Tailgate unintended opening while driving or turning","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE ","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623119","quote_1_text":"The tailgate has opened randomly on about 4 or 5 occasions most recently the tailgate opened making a right turn while the horse trailer was connected to it and damaged the tailgate. It seems to open on right turns or when washed or been raining","quote_2_odi":"11478619","quote_2_text":"Ford has a \"Customer Satisfaction\" program in place (21M05) because the tailgate of the F450 can unintentionally come down.  These vehicles are designed for hauling and towing, not just driving around town.  As such, when the tailgate comes down, the payload could fall out","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"F-450","model_slug":"f-450","cluster_id":"f450-2022-trailer-brake-control-failure","label":"Integrated trailer brake control loss of function","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11458820","quote_1_text":"The trailer brakes fail after a random period of time. Though the trailer works fine with other controllers, the entire trailer was rewired with new brakes and a new 7-pin connector, the problem did not changed - there are no shorts, grounds, opens in the brake circuit","quote_2_odi":"11626055","quote_2_text":"The F-450 has intermittent power to the #5 pin (+Batt) of the 7-way trailer connection.  This pin is for powering the electric over hydraulic brakes.  There is also an intermittent triple chime and a visual warning of \"Trailer Disconnected\" when the brakes are released","quote_3_odi":"11615379","quote_3_text":"Trailer brake controller will randomly announce \"trailer wiring fault\" and lose all brakes.  Brake power will momentarily show requested power then cut off.   Trailer has been confirmed ok, works 100% on two other trucks, ground continuity is 100% via plug only","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/f-450","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2011-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":730,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11319723","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT STAY SHUT. THERE IS A DOOR LATCH RECALL ON MANY 2011 FIESTA'S BUT THIS CAR IS NOT LISTED AS AN AFFECTED VIN","quote_2_odi":"11265323","quote_2_text":"THE REAR LEFT DOOR LATCH BROKE. I SIMPLY OPENED AND CLOSED THE DOOR. THE LATCH MUST'VE BROKEN WHEN I CLOSED IT BECAUSE THE DOOR CAME LOOSE ON MY DRIVE HOME","quote_3_odi":"11242527","quote_3_text":"I TOOK THE VEHICLE IN TO A DEALERSHIP SEVERAL YEARS AGO TO ADDRESS THE FAULTY DOOR LATCH ASSEMBLY (PASSENGER-SIDE REAR) AS PER THE RECALL ON THIS VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2011-fuse-box-electrical-failure","label":"Fuse box failure causing headlight and stall issues","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":730,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11678059","quote_1_text":"I am having issues with the fuse box under the hood. I keep shorting out on my headlights ans AC clutch relay","quote_2_odi":"11528161","quote_2_text":"The vehicle engine has periodically stopped due to a known issue with the fuse box. The same known issue has also affected the headlights and while the engine failure has led to possible safety issues with vehicle control","quote_3_odi":"11395535","quote_3_text":"MY HEADLIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT AND I KEEP CHANGES THE FUSES. IT LASTS FOR ABOUT A MONTH, THEN HAPPENS AGAIN. IT'S THE FUSE BOX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2011-powershift-shudder-stall","label":"Dual-clutch transmission shudder, jerk, and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":730,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11684826","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was pushed to the side of the road on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11671919","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated or jerked while depressing the accelerator pedal with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11232312","quote_3_text":"THIS TRANSMISSION BUCKS, SHAKES, AND AT TIME FALLS COMPLETELY DOWN ON QUICK ACCELERATION. UPON ACCELERATION IT JUST COMES OUT OF GEAR, AND REV THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2012-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure to secure closed","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":616,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11706125","quote_1_text":"The drivers side door latch will not latch, the door will swing open because the latch is defective. I have seen that this is a common issue with this vehicle and has been recalled on other 2012 ford fiestas but mine has not been","quote_2_odi":"11119807","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD FIESTA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR BECAME AJAR. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SECURELY LATCH THE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA","quote_3_odi":"11297089","quote_3_text":"RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LATCH FAILED (155364 MILES ON ODOMETER). CAN'T CLOSE/LOCK DOOR. LATCHES WERE REPLACED UNDER RECALL 2/28/18 @ 148,721 MILES.*DT *DL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2012-dps6-transmission-shudder","label":"DPS6 dual-clutch transmission shudder and failure to shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":122,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":616,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11543491","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notification of Technical Service Bulletin: 16-0109 (DPS 6 Automatic Transmission – Excessive Transmission Clutch Shudder and/or Transmission Fluid Leak); however, the part to do the repair was not yet available. The","quote_2_odi":"11573187","quote_2_text":"TCM problem. Ford dealer won't replace the TCM module","quote_3_odi":"11517501","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and attempting to shift gears, the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic replaced the clutch, but the failure continued. The vehicle was not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2012-low-beam-headlight-relay-corrosion","label":"Low-beam headlight failure from corroded fuse box relay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":616,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11500010","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH at night, the low-beam headlights stopped working. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he engaged in the high-beam headlights and continued driving. The contact, who is an","quote_2_odi":"11342073","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT WORK ON THE LOW BEAM SETTING. FOUND THE HEADLIGHT RELAY TO HAVE HEAVY CORROSION. THE FRONT MOST TERMINAL HAS CORRODED OFF OF THE RELAY ENTIRELY AND IS NOW STUCK IN THE ELECTRICAL BOX UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. I NOTICED THIS CONDITION WHEN I WAS DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11350066","quote_3_text":"BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING AT THE SAME TIME. HIGH BEAMS STILL WORK. I LOOKED IT UP ON THE WEB AND FIESTAS IN CANADA HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR THIS PROBLEM, BUT FOR SOME REASON NOT IN THE US. CAR WAS MOVING WHEN THIS HAPPENED. I TURNED ON THE LIGHTS AND THE LOW BEAM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2013-door-latch-opens-while-driving","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11741575","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fiesta. The contact received the recall notification letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (latches, locks, and linkages). The contact stated that the passenger-side door opened while driving at 30-35 MPH. While her daughter was driving, the","quote_2_odi":"11465101","quote_2_text":"DOOR LATCHES KEEP BREAKING. I HAVE ALREADY PAID TO FIX 2 NOW A 3RD ONE IS BROKE. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE DOOR LATCHES ON THE SAME YEAR, MAKE, MODEL BUT MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT INCLUDED","quote_3_odi":"11252650","quote_3_text":"WHEN BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY PASSENGER DOOR OPENED AS IT HAD NOT LATCHED. MECHANISM APPARENTLY BROKE FOR NO REASON AND DOOR WILL NOT LATCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2013-headlight-relay-corrosion","label":"Low-beam headlight failure from corroded junction-box relay","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11311788","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. IT APPEARS TO BE CORROSION AT THE RELAY. THE HIGH BEAMS STILL FUNCTION. THERE IS A RECALL IN CANADA FOR THIS PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11291961","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FIESTA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE AT NIGHT, THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED. ROUSH FORD (5575 KEIN CIRCLE, COLUMBUS, OH) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000","quote_3_odi":"11300721","quote_3_text":"DUE TO LACK OF SEALER PREVENTING OUTSIDE DEBRIS FROM ENTER THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE HOOD. CORROSION SETS IN AND CAUSES INTERMITTENT ISSUE WITH DAY TIME DRIVING LIGHTS WHILE NOT EFFECTING HIGH BEAMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2013-powershift-transmission-shudder","label":"PowerShift transmission shudder and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11731703","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden transmission failure while driving. Before the failure, the car began shuddering and hesitating during acceleration. It then started making loud metal grinding noises from the transmission area and eventually lost the ability to move properly","quote_2_odi":"11683162","quote_2_text":"PowerShift dual-clutch transmission, slipping, bucking, and shuddering during acceleration. Subject of a class-action lawsuit","quote_3_odi":"11706151","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was a loud rattling sound coming from the vehicle and the vehicle experienced a loss of power and decelerated. The vehicle was driven to a nearby service station","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2014-abs-hydraulic-unit","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11660340","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the contact became aware that the braking system had overheated. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the","quote_2_odi":"11611904","quote_2_text":"I started to notice a bit of resistance when pressing on the brakes. Minor initially, but then if you had to apply slightly more pressure the car would jerk/pull hard to the right. The harder and faster you had to press, the more intense the jerk. I took her in to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11277084","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD FIESTA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATE VIOLENTLY. THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE AROUND AND ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE HOME, WHICH WAS IN CLOSE PROXIMITY. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2014-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal or rollover crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11474557","quote_1_text":"Son was in an accident last night and all but the drivers steering wheel airbag deployed causing him to hit his head on the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11420642","quote_2_text":"I was lost and hit a turn to fast cause my car to launch and roll into a concrete ditch multiple times off a freeway turnaround. My airbags never deployed","quote_3_odi":"11657891","quote_3_text":"I was involved in a hit and run accident where I ended up hitting a large wooden pole and wall . My seat belt failed also my steering wheel airbag did not deploy even though I hit the pole and wall head on . All my other airbags deployed but it didn't stop my chest from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2014-door-latch-unlatch","label":"Door latch failing to hold door closed","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11665792","quote_1_text":"The door latch on one of the doors has a broken piece inside of it that won't allow the door to close, no dealer has checked it out yet, my safety is a concern because any of the doors could break as well and open while I'm driving","quote_2_odi":"11217134","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE REAR PASSENGER DOOR UNLACHES WHILE CAR IS IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11595527","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while he was cleaning the vehicle and attempting to close the front and rear passenger’s side doors, the doors failed to latch securely. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2014-dps6-transmission-clutch","label":"PowerShift DPS6 transmission slipping and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11430163","quote_1_text":"The DSP6 transmission is slipping out of gear and into neutral. This causes the car's momentum to fall below safe advised speeds on highways, and also can cause the car to jerk suddenly at intersections. Ford knows about this issue but is refusing to repair it","quote_2_odi":"11245976","quote_2_text":"MAJOR PROBLEMS IN MY 2014 FORD FIESTA WITH THE DPS6 DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION. AT TIMES YOU CANNOT GET IT TO SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN YOU CANNOT GET YOU CAR TO GO ABOVE 20 MPH BECAUSE IT IS STUCK IN FIRST. TACH IS HITTING 7000 RPM'S BECAUSE YOU CAN'T GET IT TO","quote_3_odi":"11659807","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has experienced ongoing failures with the DPS6 PowerShift transmission system. Symptoms included slipping between gears, failure to engage 6th gear, jerky shifting, and bucking during acceleration. A transmission warning light appeared multiple times. These issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2014-engine-cooling-overheat","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":502,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11626248","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the engine overheated and the contact pulled over safely. The contact waited for the vehicle to cool down before driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure","quote_2_odi":"11535495","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power, prompting him to pull over to the shoulder over the roadway. The engine overheating warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the","quote_3_odi":"11438566","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speed the contact noticed that the vehicle would become very hot and coming from the engine and interior of the vehicle and temperature gages was going up and down. The contact placed water in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-airbag-fault-non-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521236","quote_1_text":"Airbag indicator light on. Took to repair and can’t fix","quote_2_odi":"11459270","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that the air bags had been inoperable since 2016. The contact stated that the air bag warning light had remained illuminated for several years","quote_3_odi":"11323608","quote_3_text":"I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE THE STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG WAS ACTIVATED AND METAL FRAGMENTS CAME THROUGH THE AIR BAG AN CUT MY HEAD OPEN. MY ACCIDENT WAS HEAD ON IMPACT WITH A STATIONARY DWELLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Coolant loss and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671521","quote_1_text":"There is a recall (Recall no. 17V209000) that my VIN should have been included in but is not. My vehicle was not equipped with a coolant level sensor from the factory and does not alert to low coolant levels in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11397619","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FIESTA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE ENGINE OVER HEATED AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11470820","quote_3_text":"The contact's father-in-law owns a 2015 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while the owner was driving approximately 45 MPH, the engine misfired. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11217895","quote_1_text":"REAR LEFT DOOR OPENED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I STOPPED THE CAR TO CLOSE THE DOOR AND THE DOOR DIDN'T CLOSE ANYMORE. DOOR LATCH IS BROKEN. THERE IS A RECALL 15S16 FOR THE 2011-2014 FIESTAS FOR THIS SAME REASON","quote_2_odi":"11458137","quote_2_text":"IT MAY BE POSSIBLE FOR THE PAWL SPRING TAB INSIDE ONE OR MORE OF THE SIDE DOOR LATCHES TO BREAK. THIS CONDITION WILL TYPICALLY PREVENT THE DOOR FROM LATCHING","quote_3_odi":"11491945","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Fiesta. The contact state while driving 60 MPH, the rear passenger’s side door inadvertently unlatched","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-oil-pump-timing-belt","label":"Oil pump belt and timing belt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695600","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has experienced the exact issue of a Ford recall for other model year fiestas. The oil pump belt has experienced premature wear and failure, leading to a sudden loss of power","quote_2_odi":"11707044","quote_2_text":"Low pressure oil light came on and I stopped driving it 18 miles later drove about 25-30 mph hoping it wouldn’t seize on me before I got home","quote_3_odi":"11647958","quote_3_text":"On 3/10/2025, when driving my 2015 Ford Fiesta SE, I experienced a sudden failure consisting of a \"lurch\", lost all drive power to the vehicle, and had to use inertia to steer myself out of traffic to the shoulder of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-powershift-transmission-tcm","label":"PowerShift transmission and TCM failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675178","quote_1_text":"The transmission control module (TCM) on my 2015 Ford Fiesta was failing at 81,000 miles. It was difficult to accelerate the car even at low speeds (25-30 mph) and my check engine light was on","quote_2_odi":"11222870","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE IS AFFECTED BY THE PROBLEMATIC POWER SHIFT DUAL-CLUTCH 6 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. IT HAS BEEN TO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE SINCE NOVEMBER 2018 FOR TRANSMISSION ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"11502445","quote_3_text":"Vehicle will not go in reverse and will not accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2015-stall-after-refueling","label":"Stalling and fuel pump failure after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750704","quote_1_text":"Car sputters everytime I put gas in it. Sometimes shuts off. It’s every time I put gas. I’m not filling up the gas tank because I notice if I do fill it up. It gives me more problems .. occurring problem","quote_2_odi":"11514867","quote_2_text":"Lost all power to vehicle at freeway speed. Ford dealer indicated fuel pump failure. My vehicle missed existing recall (14S30) for this exact issue by 11 days","quote_3_odi":"11101818","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FIESTA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART ON THE FOURTH ATTEMPT, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ONE WEEK LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-airbag-seatbelt-restraint","label":"Airbag non-deployment and seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466084","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while his girlfriend was driving at 45 MPH with him in the front passenger seat, another vehicle suddenly crossed in front of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to crash into the rear end of the other vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11310899","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON THE FREEWAY THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK TWICE AND CAREENED INTO THE CENTER DIVIDER ONCE BEFORE COMING TO REST. THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. I SUSTAINED A BROKEN NECK BY HYPER EXTENDING MY NECK OVER THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11486336","quote_3_text":"THE 2016 FORD FIESTA SEATBELT DOES NOT RETRACT PROPERLY AND THE SEATBELT HANG TO THE DRIVER SEAT WHILE THE SEATBELT METAL BUCKLE POINTING UP AND THE DRIVER COULD SAT TO IT AND INJURED THE BACK RIBS OF THE DRIVER JUST LIKE HOW I INJURED MY SELF BECAUSE OF LACK OF WARNINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant reservoir leaks and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11661252","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a continuous swishing sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11045550","quote_2_text":"ENGINE COOLING RESERVOIR IS CRACKED (LEAKING ANTIFREEZE FLUID)","quote_3_odi":"11006045","quote_3_text":"HELLO, I JUST BOUGHT MY 2016 FORD FIESTA ST AND I HAVE BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH IT OVERHEATING. PLEASE ADVISE. IT HAPPEN TO ME THREE TIMES NOW WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-door-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk and door latch failing to stay closed","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11636370","quote_1_text":"Trunk latch releases randomly. Like so many other people with this generation of Ford Fiesta. They have taken them in for the same issue and told they don't by the shop that they don't know what the problem is","quote_2_odi":"11499218","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while opening the passenger’s side front door, she felt excessive play in the door handle. While attempting to close the door, the door failed to latch securely. The contact was able to secure the door using bungie cords","quote_3_odi":"11351230","quote_3_text":"MY TRUNK POPS OPEN ON ITS OWN. AT LEAST 3 TIMES A DAY AT RANDOM. GIVING ACCESS INTO THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS WHILE I'M DRIVING AND WHILE THE CAR IS STATIONARY. I HAVE WOKEN UP AT 4 AM AND MY TRUNK BE OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-fuel-refill-stall","label":"Stalling and hesitation triggered by refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11406037","quote_1_text":"ORIGINALLY, SINCE PURCHASE, EVERY TIME I FILLED UP THE VEHICLE IT WILL SUDDENLY JOLT OR JERK AND THE RPMS WOULD DROP TO THE HALF MARK THEN IT WOULD RUMBLE WHILE NOT IN MOTION. RECENTLY, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING THE ABOVE ISSUES WHEN THE TANK IS NEAR EMPTY","quote_2_odi":"11150417","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WILL NOT START PROPERLY AFTER REFUELING. YOU HAVE TO PRESS ON THE GAS SEVERAL TIMES AND THEN THE BRAKE TO START IT. WHEN IT DOES START, YOU NEED TO REV THE ENGINE A COUPLE TIMES TO MAKE SURE IT WON'T DIE AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11317873","quote_3_text":"WHEN I PUT GAS IN MY 2016 FORD FIESTA IT WANT START RIGHT AFTER THE CAR STALL WHICH I'M TOLD BY MY MECHANIC THAT THE VAPOR CANISTER PURGE VALVE IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND FORD HAS THIS SAME ISSUE WITH THE FORD FOCUS BUT WANT PUT THE FIESTA ON THE TO BE RECALLED LIST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Lug nut swelling preventing tire removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11464908","quote_1_text":"The lug studs have \"swollen\" making it impossible to change a tire. I was told both by the tow truck driver who showed up to change the tire, and the tire shop where I took the car, that this is a known issue with this make/model","quote_2_odi":"11456400","quote_2_text":"Lug Nuts! They have swelled due to cheap product putting chrome over steel. Have to replace as mechanic can't get tires off. These could have cracked while driving, which would have put pressure on other lug nuts, maybe causing tires to fall off while driving","quote_3_odi":"11372456","quote_3_text":"THE LUGNUTS SWELL AND THE LUG HUT WRENCH WITH THE CAR WILL NOT REMOVE THE LUG NUTS. MY WIFE GOT A FLAT TIRE, SHE WAS ALONE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND COULD NOT GET THE TIRE OFF BECAUSE THE WRENCH WOULD NOT FIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist and tilt-column lever failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11452339","quote_1_text":"While driving car suddenly jerked wheel out of drivers hands and almost pulled the car into a ditch on the right side. Lights on the dash say steering assist unavailable service now","quote_2_odi":"11048854","quote_2_text":"NOW SECOND OCCURRANCE OF A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER STEERING. POWER ASSIST FAILS ON STARTUP WITH CAR STATIONARY AND IN MOTION. BOTH TIMES THE CAR HAD BEEN PARKED IN COLD WEATHER FOR A FEW HOURS. UNASSISTED STEERING IS VERY HIGH EFFORT AND RENDERS THE CAR ALMOST UNUSABLE","quote_3_odi":"11051646","quote_3_text":"I HAVE REPORTED THIS PROBLEM BEFORE.. THE LEVER FOR THE ENGAGE/DISENGAGE FOR THE TILT TELESCOPIC WHEEL IS VERY HARD FOR ME TO ENGAGE I'M 76 & IT TAKES A LOT OF HAND STRENGTH TO MOVE IT UP & DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2016-transmission-tcm-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission slipping, stalling, and TCM/clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":98,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677819","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended and hesitated to respond. Additionally, the vehicle failed to reverse as intended. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11655971","quote_2_text":"The TCM was defective. It has been known that the TCM, transmission control modules are defective for Ford Fiestas and Focus. My daughter was driving the car and it stalled. If she was in heavy traffic are making a turn when this happened she could have been seriously injured","quote_3_odi":"11341386","quote_3_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDAL GETS STUCK ABOUT AN INCH OFF THE FLOOR AFTER BEING DEPRESSED AT SEEMINGLY RANDOM TIMES USUALLY IN THE WARMER WEATHER MONTHS. THIS HAS CAUSED ME TO LOSE THE ABILITY TO CHANGE GEARS AND LOSS OF ABILITY TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2017-oil-pump-engine-overheating","label":"Oil pump failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11659244","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle started to lose motive power","quote_2_odi":"11611003","quote_2_text":"I believe oil pump has malfunctioned. I had a significant loss of power while driving, that could cause sudden accident, had I not been proactive","quote_3_odi":"11575505","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated due to a loss of coolant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2017-purge-valve-stall-refueling","label":"Stalling and no-start after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11661557","quote_1_text":"I have this car since 2019 with 8000 miles and this is the 3rd time the code came up for the evap system to be repaired. P0456","quote_2_odi":"11644795","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11306490","quote_3_text":"EVERY TIME I GET GAS, MY CAR WILL NOT START FOR ABOUT 15 MINUTES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2017-transmission-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission and clutch failure with hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11669409","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and experienced hard shifts from first to second gear and from second to third gear","quote_2_odi":"11600800","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed. Yellow wrench light on with Transmission overheating message with an indication to pull over immediately","quote_3_odi":"11164590","quote_3_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED ABNORMALLY AND STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and RPM surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11091300","quote_1_text":"WHEN I MOVED GEARSHIFT FROM PARK TO DRIVE, CAR ACCELERATED VIOLENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11232774","quote_2_text":"ON JULY 15TH 2019, MY SON WAS GOING AROUND A SHARP RIGHT CORNER WHEN THE CAR SPED UP OUT OF CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO A UTILITY POLE HEAD ON","quote_3_odi":"11019072","quote_3_text":"I STOPPED TWICE ON AN INTERSECTION AND A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND THE ENGINE REVVED UP TO 3000 TO 4000 RPM INVOLUNTARILY FROM BETWEEN 500 AND 1000 RPM AND I HAD TO STEP HARD ON THE BRAKE IN ORDER NOT TO HAVE THE VIBRATING CAR MOVE FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2017-wheel-lug-nut-failure","label":"Wheel and lug nut failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11484610","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, she noticed that the rear driver's side tire was flat","quote_2_odi":"11454687","quote_2_text":"In addition, the contact stated while having maintenance repairs on the vehicle, the mechanic informed her that the lug nuts were swollen on all four wheels and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11207704","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY THE WHEEL TO MY CAR SPLIT IN TWO. IT WAS NOT CAUSED FROM HITTING ANYTHING, THERE WAS NO POTHOLES, ETC IN THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11562850","quote_1_text":"12/4/2023 while attempting to pull into a parking spot in a parking garage car suddenly accelerated forward at a very fast rate, just prior to acceleration felt like it shuddered. Afraid that it would keep going and go over edge so I pulled to the right while trying to brake and","quote_2_odi":"11230761","quote_2_text":"ON 7/2/2019 MY WIFE AND I WAS IN A PRETTY BAD WRECK TOTALING OUR CAR. THERE WAS MASSIVE DAMAGE DONE TO THE FRONT OF THE CAR HOWEVER THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. WITH THE DAMAGE DONE THERE'S NO REASON THE AIR BAGS SHOULDN'T HAVE WENT OFF. WE WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 70 MPH ON THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image fails or distorts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11710639","quote_1_text":"The back up camera quit working. The back seats are taller and it has made it very difficult to see if there are children behind my vehicle. I reported it to the dealership and now I have to pay $200.00 to have them check it","quote_2_odi":"11693432","quote_2_text":"Back-up camera goes in and out intermittently, sometimes the image is very faint and then totally disappears into a black screen, or says it is not available at this time, then goes black. This started about 4 months ago and I have not been able to identify a triggering factor","quote_3_odi":"11468501","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that the backup camera displayed a distorted image. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2018-dps6-transmission-shudder","label":"Dual-clutch transmission shudders, slips, or fails","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11558375","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power and the \"Transmission Malfunction Service Now” message was displayed. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11556942","quote_2_text":"Since around 20,000 miles, my 2018 Ford Fiesta SE has had a grinding noise after shifting at certain gears. I got the car serviced at that time. Now I'm at 70,000 miles and the noise has persisted, and has gotten worse. My transmission slipped at 0mph when I was accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11221498","quote_3_text":"BEEN NOTICING NOW WITH THE FORD FIESTA 2018 THAT MY THIRD GEAR. LOSES THE GRIP GOING UP HILL. BEEN LIKE THIS FOR A FEW WEEKS. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALER. TWO TIMES HAVE THEY REPAIR IT. YET, SADLY SEEMS THAT THIS WILL BE THE THIRD AND FINAL TIME. CAN'T BELIEVE FORD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2018-electrical-total-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shuts down completely while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11203584","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY ON THE 2018 FORD FIESTA. NO POWER, NO ENGINE, NO LIGHTS, NO ELECTRICAL COMPONENT FUNCTIONED. NO HAZARD FLASHERS IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AT THE INTERSECTION OF AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AND A STATE HIGHWAY. THE CAR COASTED AND I STEERED IT","quote_2_odi":"11326183","quote_2_text":"FOR THE PAST 6 MONTHS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON PROPERLY AND OCCASIONALLY THE BATTERY DRAINS. WHEN THIS WAS LOOKED INTO, IT WAS FOUND TO BE A BAD BODY CONTROL MODULE. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PART FAILURE ISSUE FOR FORD. WE NEED THIS REPLACED/FIXED. BRAKE LIGHTS NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"fiesta-2018-purge-valve-stall-refuel","label":"Canister purge valve causes stall after refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11465995","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle would stall while at a complete stop. The contact would restart the vehicle and continue to drive. The contact stated that the failure had been reoccurring increasingly and had","quote_2_odi":"11382871","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FORD FIESTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THEN WHEN FUEL TANK WAS FILLED, THE VEHICLE TOOK A LONG TIME FOR THE ENGINE TO START UP. THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO TRIED PUTTING A SMALL AMOUNT OF FUEL INTO THE FUEL TANK","quote_3_odi":"11591658","quote_3_text":"I bought my Ford Fiesta new in 2018. I have less than 35k miles on my car. My car recently started bucking while I stop at stop signs or red lights. My car revs up and tries to go forward. I took my car to the dealership hours later. They did a diagnosis and asked me what kind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or side impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11551587","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle was rear-ended by another driver. The damage was on the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained whiplash","quote_2_odi":"11543362","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, an oncoming vehicle crashed into the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that none of the air bags deployed. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and","quote_3_odi":"11245817","quote_3_text":"LOST CONTROL OF CAR. FIRST IMPACT WAS A TREE STUMP AS CAR WAS TURNING, HIT TREE STUMP. SHE WENT FORWARD AND HIT HEAD ON STIRRING WHEEL. AIR BAG AT STEERING WHEEL DID NOT INFLATE OR DEPLOY. ONLY SIDE DOOR ON LEFT SIDE FILLED WITH AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2019-brake-caliper-lockup","label":"Brake caliper lockup and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11706724","quote_1_text":"Brakes started seizing up while driving. Became extremely dangerous as the car would rock at speed and also would not start moving if I came to a stop. Went immediately to a shop, when I arrived into the shop, inspection found that the caliper was locked onto the wheel","quote_2_odi":"11699544","quote_2_text":"ABS Module failure. I had to leave the break lines direct, losing my ABS. I had to replace the brake pump because of that too. The car was only 80k ish","quote_3_odi":"11622915","quote_3_text":"Upon stopping when applying the brakes they locked up. There were no warning lights on. It was diagnosed by an independent auto repair shop, not drivable I had it towed to the Ford Dealership. The ABS module, and calipers have failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2019-engine-coolant-loss","label":"Engine coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11660208","quote_1_text":"Coolant is leaking into the combustion chamber of my 1.6L EcoBoost engine due to a suspected internal engine defect. This issue caused noticeable white smoke from the exhaust, engine misfires, and a loss of power while driving. The coolant loss was not visible externally","quote_2_odi":"11474375","quote_2_text":"In SEP-2021, the engine overheating warning light came on. We stopped the car and realized that the coolant level in the overflow reservoir was very low. There was no obvious leak on the ground or on the engine. We purchased coolant and topped off the coolant reservoir to the","quote_3_odi":"11497766","quote_3_text":"Catastrophic Engine Failure due to the manufacturer's recommendation and use of conventional motor oils in the form of Synthetic Blend Motor Oil or Super Premium Motor Oil, a specification WSS-M2C945-B1 , from the 2019 Ford Fiesta Owner Manual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2019-powershift-transmission","label":"Powershift automatic transmission shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11721105","quote_1_text":"Around 50,000 miles I noticed the car would jerk when trying to shift gears , this issue persisted and would only go on to get worse. It started taking forever to accelerate regardless of pressing on the gas, now at 70,000 miles it won’t shift out of 2nd gear when driving over","quote_2_odi":"11536680","quote_2_text":"No warning lamps. Sealed transmission. Transmission stalls as u round a corner, or first take off, and when u come to Complete stop the transmission will jerk or stall with a jerk. It's dangerous because the cars behind me almost rearend me thinking I'm gonna be taking off","quote_3_odi":"11399639","quote_3_text":"MY 2019 FORD FIESTA AUTOMATIC DOES NOT SHIFT GEARS PROPERLY, MY CAR WOULD NOT REVERSE AND THEREFORE CAUSED A SMALL FENDER BENDER. IT HAS NO SPEED AND RUNS ROUGH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fiesta","model_slug":"fiesta","cluster_id":"ford-fiesta-2019-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over-prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11737394","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V951000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse (R), the rear view camera went blank and a \"camera unavailable\" message appeared on the","quote_2_odi":"11700809","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fiesta. The contact stated that while driving in reverse the backup camera had malfunctioned and the vehicle crashed into an apartment building parking garage attachment. During the crash the vehicle sustained damage to the passenger side rear bumper","quote_3_odi":"11654643","quote_3_text":"Due to my 2019 ford fiesta SE back up camera glitching in and out and sometimes doesn’t work at all. Today it finally worked as I was backing up out of food lion parking lot. A mother and child were walking behind me all of a sudden the camera glitched","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fiesta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10925647","quote_1_text":"SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AFTER SIDE IMPACT. ONLY STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11079746","quote_2_text":"ON MARCH 11TH, THE FORD FLEX COLLIDED AT AN INTERSECTION WHEN AN EXPEDITION TURNED UNSAFELY LEFT IN FRONT OF THE WEST BOUND FLEX. ALTHOUGH THE AIR BAGS INFLATED, THEY QUICKLY DEFLATED BECAUSE OF TWO LARGE HOLES. SEE THE PHOTOS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-brake-caliper-rotor-grinding","label":"Brake caliper and rotor grinding wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10537127","quote_1_text":"THE CALIPER BROKE ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE, LEAVING MY BRAKE ENGAGED. HAD TO GET NEW CALIPERS, BRAKE PADS, AND ROTORS. THE CALIPERS WERE ON BACK ORDER FROM FORD FOR 2 WEEKS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10413066","quote_2_text":"2010 FORD FLEX FRONT BRAKES REPLACED TWICE DUE TO GRINDING AND WEAR. BACK BRAKE CALIPERS AND BRAKES REPLACED DUE TO STICKING AND UNEVEN WEAR ON TIRES. *TT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-brake-pedal-stiff-cold-start","label":"Reduced brake pedal effectiveness after cold start","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2012-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10359771","quote_1_text":"2010 FORD FLEX. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING PROBLEM WITH BRAKES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE PROBLEM HE EXPERIENCED WITH THE BRAKES ONLY HAPPENED FOR A SHORT TIME AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN STATIONARY FOR SEVERAL HOURS","quote_2_odi":"10402988","quote_2_text":"2010 FORD FLEX BAD BRAKE ISSUE. I LIVE AT HIGH ALTITUDE AND HAVE A FORD FLEX ECO BOOST THAT PERFORMED FLAWLESSLY UP UNTIL ABOUT 21K MILES WHEN WE HAD A BRAKE FAILURE, THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-ecoboost-turbo-failure","label":"EcoBoost turbocharger failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11271087","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE REPLACED THE TURBOS IN OR FORD FLEX ECOBOOST 5 TIMES WITHIN 2.5 YEARS!! THE FRONT AND REAR TURBOS BOTH JUST WENT AGAIN WITHIN ONE MONTH OF EACH OTHER!! WE WERE FINALLY TOLD BY A LINCOLN MECHANIC THE ISSUE IS A BAD/FAULTY OIL SEPERATOR MADE BY FORD","quote_2_odi":"11060716","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FLEX. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TURBOS FAILED ON THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TURBOS WERE REPLACED ON THE VEHICLE FIVE TIMES WITHIN ONE YEAR, ALONG WITH THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND SOME SENSORS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-fuel-gauge-drop-to-empty","label":"Fuel gauge sudden drop to empty","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11287849","quote_1_text":"THE CAR'S FUEL GAUGE WILL SUDDENLY DROP TO EMPTY AND THE CAR WILL RUN OUT OF FUEL. BY DOING SOME RESEARCH THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH FORD FLEX AND IT IS VERY DANGEROUS","quote_2_odi":"10643819","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE WE HAVE RUN OUT OF GAS ON THE FREEWAY TWO TIMES THE GAUGE WILL SAY 70 MILES TO EMPTY AND 30 SECONDS LATER GOES TO ZERO THE CAR RUNS OUT IF GAS IN THE CAR SHUT DOWN ON THE FREEWAY WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR I HAVE ALSO RUN OUT OF GAS ON THE STREET","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-power-steering-assist-fault","label":"Power steering assist fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11668438","quote_1_text":"On the road and power steering went out and was super hard to turn","quote_2_odi":"11054289","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING ASSIST AND ADVANCETRAC BOTH FAILED AT THE SAME TIME. IT IS SHOWING ON THE DRIVER INFORMATION SCREEN. THERE ARE NO CODES WITH A CODE READER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-rear-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe-link fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11482631","quote_1_text":"Rear suspension toe-link failure on left side. Incident occurred without any notice at speed of approximately 30-35 MPH on highway after pulling away from having stopped for traffic light at intersection","quote_2_odi":"11404647","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR TIRE WAS DRIFTING TO THE RIGHT INDEPENDENTLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2010-water-pump-coolant-into-oil","label":"Internal water pump failure floods engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10873536","quote_1_text":"MAJOR ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING 45MPH. ENGINE HAS 108,000 MILES. NOW ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON US HWY 41 IN LAND O LAKE FL, REPAIR ESTIMATED AT $6500","quote_2_odi":"11253809","quote_2_text":"WATER PUMP LEAKING INTO ENGINE OIL, WHAT SHOULD BE A $500 AT MOST REPAIR IS GOOD TO REQUIRE REPLACEMENT OF THE ENGINE BECAUSE OF POOR WATER PUMP DESIGN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-brake-caliper-failure","label":"Brake caliper and rotor failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10572908","quote_1_text":"PERSISTENT BRAKE SQUEALING EVEN THOUGH BRAKES WERE REGULARLY SERVICED. ON FURTHER INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT A FRONT BRAKE CALIPER WAS CRACKED AND LEAKING. HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10616380","quote_2_text":"ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK 7-14-2014, ENTERED THE EXIT RAMP TO GRATIOT NORTH BOUND AND HAD TO STOP FOR A LIGHT. WHEN THE LIGHT CHANGED GREEN I EASED OFF OF MY REAR BRAKES AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THEM AND COULD TELL THAT THE BRAKES WERE SEIZING UP A LITTLE","quote_3_odi":"10537648","quote_3_text":"CPSC: I1380138A. 2011 FORD FLEX. CONSUMER STATED THAT THE CHEMICALS USED TO MELT ICE AND SNOW CAUSES BRAKES ROTORS TO ROT. STATED AT 23,000 MILES HIS REAR BRAKES HAD TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11681381","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Flex. The contact stated that on several occasions while attempting to start the vehicle, the power steering assist warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel became firm","quote_2_odi":"11074172","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE MESSAGE APPEARED IN MESSAGE CENTER WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, POWER STEERING IMMEDIATELY FAILED. THIS MADE STEERING NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE. MADE IT TO A PARKING LOT, WAITED A FEW MINUTES AND STARTED THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11209800","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY POWER STEERING LOSES POWER. TOOK IT TO MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME IT HAD TO DO WITH ELECTRIC POWER STEERING. I LOOKED IT UP AND MY CAR ISNT COVERED IN THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-seat-fold-entrapment","label":"Second-row power-fold seat entrapment hazard","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10427606","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN ONE OF HER CHILDREN ACCIDENTALLY PRESSED THE BUTTON TO AUTOMATICALLY FOLD DOWN THE THIRD ROW PASSENGER SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10872048","quote_2_text":"MIDDLE ROW SEATING. SEAT IS DESIGNED TO FLIP FORWARD TO LET 3RD ROW PASSENGERS EXIT. HOWEVER, SEAT MALFUNCTIONS AND LOCKS IN THE FULL UPRIGHT POSITION THUS TRAPPING POTENTIAL 3RD ROW OCCUPANTS","quote_3_odi":"11328286","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SECOND-ROW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT RELEASE HANDLE WAS INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SECOND-ROW SEAT FAILED TO MOVE FORWARD WHICH MADE THIRD-ROW PASSENGER'S UNABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-tire-wear-failure","label":"Premature tire wear and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10806611","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE CONTINUES TO WEAR OUT BRAND NEW TIRES EVERY 5 TO 10K MILES. I HAVE KEPT UP ON ALIGNMENT, TIRE ROTATING AND TERMS THIS PROBLEM CONTINUE","quote_2_odi":"11122733","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FLEX EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK OPTIMO H426 TIRES, SIZE: 255/45R20. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A HUMMING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER TIRES. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT BOTH TIRES BEGAN TO SHRED","quote_3_odi":"10402075","quote_3_text":"HANKOOK OPTIMA 19\" TIRE SIDEWALL FOR FORD FLEX. I PURCHASE A BRAND NEW 2011 FORD FLEX ON 5/5/11 WITH 19\" HANKOOK OPTIMA TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation, lurch and PTU failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10395999","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WILL ACT AS IF IT IS IN NEUTRAL WHEN I PULL AWAY FROM A STOP. THE ENGINE REVS WITH NO FORWARD MOVEMENT THEN THE TRANSMISSION \"BANGS\" INTO GEAR AND THE VEHICLE PROCEEDS. THE HESITATION COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10819879","quote_2_text":"AFTER SEVERAL VISITS TO THE DEALER, BEGINNING AT 52K IN APRIL 2014 COMPLAINING OF A BURNING OIL SMELL AFTER HIGHWAY DRIVING, THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM TO BE A FAILED PTU/PTO AND NEEDING REPLACEMENT FOR $1800 AFTER I EXCEEDED 75K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11734241","quote_3_text":"Went to put car in reverse and it kept driving forward- no weird sound or anything. Proceeded to put the car in park and it was still moving forward. Transmission was stuck on drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2011-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11256632","quote_1_text":"WATER PUMP FAILURE LED TO TOTAL ENGINE LOSS. REPORTED ON MULTIPLE FORD VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"11365168","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER SON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER PUMP ON THE VEHICLE FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER SON CALLED AN UNKNOWN FORD DEALER AND INFORMED THEM OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11203371","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 FORD FLEX 3.5L ENGINE HAS HAD CADASTROFIC FAILED DUE TO PREMATURE FAILURE OF THE INTERNAL CHAIN DRIVEN WATERPUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-brake-caliper-seizure","label":"Brake caliper seizing and rotor damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10904271","quote_1_text":"BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT FRONT BRAKE CALIPERS STUCK SIMULTANEOUSLY. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, GOING DOWN A RESIDENTIAL ROAD, WHEN THERE WAS A THUMP FROM THE DRIVERS SIDE (FRONT) WHEEL. IT SOUNDED LIKE THE BRAKE PADS WANTED TO FALL OUT","quote_2_odi":"10850521","quote_2_text":"MY FORD FLEX HAS A TOTAL OF 82000 MILES ON IT. I LIVE IN UPSTATE NEW YORK. I HAVE HAD THREE INSTANCES WHERE THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS STICK AND SEVERELY REQUIRE BOTH PAD AND ROTOR REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10744806","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED THERE WAS A SUDDEN METAL ON METAL SOUND. SHORTLY AFTER THIS NOISE STARTED THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL AND THEN VISIBLE SMOKE FROM THE WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-electrical-dash-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunctions (dash, lights, sensors)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10758660","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY IN RAIN STORM, MID MORNING, WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON, INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS AND HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF. PULLED OFF HIGHWAY AND SET HEADLIGHT CONTROL TO ALL FOUR POSITIONS AND ALL LIGHTS REMAINED OFF REGARDLESS OF CONTROL POSITION","quote_2_odi":"10993774","quote_2_text":"DRIVING UP AN ON RAMP TO AN INTERSTATE, SUDDENLY ALL THE LIGHTS STARTED FLASHING ON THE DASHBOARD DISPLAY. I COULD NOT SEE ANY SPEED OR DRIVING INFORMATION. I PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE AND IT WOULD NOT RESTART","quote_3_odi":"10823506","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SENSOR SAYS THAT THE DOOR IS OPEN WHEN IT IS NOT. TRIED TO CLOSE IT A FEW TIMES BUT THAT DIDN'T WORK. NOW I CAN'T LOCK MY CAR AT NIGHT BECAUSE MY CAR ALARM WILL GO OFF THINKING THAT SOMEONE IS TRYING TO BREAK IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11645654","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Flex. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle intermittently became difficult to maneuver. The failure occurred on several occasions, including while the contact was driving","quote_2_odi":"11524479","quote_2_text":"Vehicle power steering will stop working while driving and notification of (power steering assist failure) will appear. Vehicle becomes extremely unsafe to operate as the steering wheel is very difficult to move","quote_3_odi":"11022692","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILS; DRIVING AND THE POWER STEERING STOPS WORKING, SOMETIMES UNEXPECTEDLY. VERY DANGEROUS! IT IS SPORADIC--SOMETIMES IT WORKS AND OTHER TIMES IT DOES NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-ptu-fluid-leak","label":"Power transfer unit fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11311999","quote_1_text":"2012 FORD FLEX LI HAS 70K THOUSAND MILES. WHILE DRIVING, VEHICLE STARTED TO HUM. SUDDENLY CAR STARTS TO SHAKE AND GRINDING NOISES COMING FROM CENTER OF VEHICLE AND VEHICLE BECOMES DISABLED IN MID-STREAM DRIVING. VEHICLE SMELLS OF BURNT TRANSMISSION OIL","quote_2_odi":"10954357","quote_2_text":"HAVE A 2012 FORD FLEX WITH 72XXX MILES THATS LEAKING FLUID FROM THE PTU (POWERTAKE OFF UNIT). LEARNED THAT FORD HAS THIS PROBLEM IN MANY VEHICLES FLEX,EDGE, MTX","quote_3_odi":"11112726","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT AWD MECHANISM (BETWEEN THE FRONT WHEELS - PTU????) IS LEAKING AND THE OIL HAS SHAVINGS AND \"DIFFERENT COLORS\" IN THE FLUID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11588893","quote_1_text":"I was driving around 55 and suddenly lost control and fish tailed to the right, then to the left over the center line, then back to the right. Luckily no other vehicles on the road. The rear driver side toe link broke","quote_2_odi":"11443458","quote_2_text":"I own a 2012 Ford Flex. It was not included in this recall. The recall included Ford Flex years 2013 through 2018","quote_3_odi":"11407044","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS MANUFACTURED JUST A FEW MONTHS SHY OF A RECALL FOR BAD TOE LINKS IN THIS MAKE AND MODEL. I HAVE HAD MY CAR DIAGNOSED WITH HAVING BAD TOE LINKS AND WOULD LIKE TO SEE ABOUT GETTING MY VEHICLE INCLUDED IN THE RECALL SINCE IT WAS MANUFACTURED AROUND THE SAME TIME AS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11277966","quote_1_text":"BAD THROTTLE BODY. STALL WHEN DRIVING AND JERKY MOTION, BOTH WHEN GOING SLOW AND WHEN GOING HIGHWAY SPEEDS. RED WRENCH LIGHT COMES ON, PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD SHUT OFF AND TURN BACK ON AND DRIVES FINE UNTIL THE NEXT TIME","quote_2_odi":"10500705","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 NEW FORD FLEX HAD COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE 3 TIMES 1-27 DRIVING..COMPLETE SHUT DOWN. I CRUISED TO CURB. RESTARTED QUICKLY 2-01 SAME INCIDENT 2-02 REPEAT ON MAJOR STREET DEALERS HAVE SAID THAT THEY HAVE NO IDEA WHAT TO DO","quote_3_odi":"10566570","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN OR INCREASE ENGINE POWER: PRESSING DOWN THE THROTTLE HAD NO EFFECT. FIRST I THOUGHT THE ENGINE HAD STALLED. AFTER A FEW MOMENTS THE ENGINE DID FUNCTION AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11057995","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 FORD FLEX. WHILE DRIVING 1 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKWARDS RAPIDLY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10468831","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB AND CRASHED INTO A POST","quote_3_odi":"10903897","quote_3_text":"WHILE STOPPED AND IN PARK THE VEHICLE STARTED ROLLING, I ATTEMPTED TO JUMP IN THE VEHICLE BUT COULD NOT PULL MYSELF ALL THE WAY IN. I WAS ABLE TO YANK THE KEYS FROM THE IGNITION AND THEN I COULD NO LONGER RUN ALONG SIDE THE VEHICLE AND I FELL ON THE ASPHALT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2012-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11462538","quote_1_text":"Bad design of water pump , under parts would fail one day , but the water pump is a bad design. It failed too soon and hurt the engine","quote_2_odi":"11435176","quote_2_text":"The water pump has faliure and is causing expensive repair. It seems to be a know defect. We some pending law suits","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2013-door-ajar-latch-malfunction","label":"Door ajar warning and latch malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11582305","quote_1_text":"Repeated problems with door latch system in 2013 Ford Flex. Door is interpreted as being ajar, despite being closed. Two warning lights/messages to this effect persist, interior lights will not turn off (which drains the battery), doors will not automatically lock while driving","quote_2_odi":"11326812","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH FAILED TO LOCK THE DOOR SECURELY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE DOOR UNLOCKED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SALERNO DUANE FORD LOCATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2013-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732762","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering fault warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure reoccurred, and the steering wheel became","quote_2_odi":"11670332","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Flex. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the message “Power Steering Failure” was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact also stated that a handheld diagnostic reader retrieved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2013-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11309111","quote_1_text":"THIRD TIME HAVING THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED . PUMP FAILS EVERY 20-30K MILES. CAR WILL STOP RUNNING WHILE DRIVING ON ROADWAYS, UNABLE TO RESTART VEHICLE. HAD TO PULL OVER TO SIDE OF ROAD AND WAIT FOR TOW. 1ST TIME 36,000 MILES 2ND 53,000, 3RD 90,000. ALL REPAIRS WERE PERFORMED BY","quote_2_odi":"11222750","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP FAILURE AT 90,000 MILES. EXACT ISSUE WAS RECALLED ON SOME MODELS IN THE SAME YEAR, JUST NOT MY VIN. PUMP IS IN HIGH DEMAND, PRICES ARE THUS HIGHER THAN USUAL AND ALSO UNAVAILABLE THRU ANYONE BUT FORD DIRECTLY. MY CAR WAS, THANKFULLY, IN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2013-rear-suspension-toe-link-recall","label":"Rear suspension toe link recall repair delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11287121","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN SNOW/ICE CONDITIONS ON CITY STREETS IN BIG BEAR CA, ICE BUILT UP IN THE RIGHT REAR TOE LINK CHASSIS POCKET CAUSING THE TOE LINK TO FLEX AND EVENTUALLY BREAK LEAVING US STRANDED IN BIG BEAR... THIS PART IS PART OF A RECALL IN THE CANADIAN PROVINCE S BASED ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11316007","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 67 MPH, A LOUD POPPING NOISE OCCURRED AND DRIVER SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VIOLENTLY SWERVE WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2013-rear-view-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11716037","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera has failed. The screen goes black and has a “contact dealer” message","quote_2_odi":"11698035","quote_2_text":"THE REAR- VIEW BACK UP CAMERA DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY WHEN VEHICLE IS PUT IN REVERSE. IT WORKS INTEMITTEDLY. SOMETIMES IMAGE IS BLACK, SOMETIMES UPSIDE DOWN, SOMETIME, WORKS PROPERLY, SOMETIME IMAGE FREEZES, AND SOMETIMES SHOWS ERROR CAMERA NOT WORKING CONTACT DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera failure or inverted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11717008","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while in reverse, the back over prevention camera displayed a black screen, and the message “Camera not Available” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11629262","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera does not work permanently sometimes image is upside down or no image. A lot of times this happens while backing up creating a safety hazard as we can hit other cars or people","quote_3_odi":"11549375","quote_3_text":"We own a 2014 Ford Flex, and have been experiencing persistent problems with its rear backup camera system. We have been having this problem for close to 3 yrs now. The camera works intermittently every now and then. Sometimes, we get a message “Rear view camera unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-door-ajar-sensor-fault","label":"Door ajar sensor false alert disables locks","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11475147","quote_1_text":"Drivers door spontaneously thinks it’s open and when driving all cab lights come on and at night it’s blinding. This has been going on for over 6 months and getting worse","quote_2_odi":"11373540","quote_2_text":"DOORS DO NOT LOCK WHILE DRIVING; WARNING THAT DOOR IS NOT CLOSED WILL CONTINUE INDEFINITELY","quote_3_odi":"11353519","quote_3_text":"DRIVER DOOR SENSOR DETECTS DOOR AS OPEN WHEN IT IS CLEARLY CLOSED. NO MATTER HOW MUCH YOU SLAM DOOR THE SENSOR DOESN'T ACKNOWLEDGE THE DOOR AS CLOSED. THIS KEEPS THE INSIDE LIGHTS ON AND CAR DOORS WILL NOT LOCK EVEN WHEN IN MOTION. THIS HAPPENS WHEN YOU ENTER CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-fuel-pump-control-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11752265","quote_1_text":"Hello, I was driving my Ford Flex at 60mph yesterday with my 15 year old friend helping me move. The engine completely died for several seconds and continued running. That night the engine was idling rough which was a new symptom","quote_2_odi":"11512087","quote_2_text":"Driving down road at 45MPH, vehicle lost power, motor quite running. Due to being on 4 lane divided road, and cars all around, I quickly hit my hazard lights, put it in neutral and coasted best I could and was able to turn on a side road to safety. This was very dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11162858","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 FORD FLEX WILL NOT START. I CAME HOME FROM WORK, SHUT OF CAR. WENT OUT A SHORT TIME AFTER WARDS TO GO OUT TO DINNER. WOULD NOT START.ENGINE TURNS OVER, ENGINE ALMOST STARTS BUT DOESN'T. FAULT CODES FROM COMPUTER INDICATE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11720819","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a main road going 45 MPH when my steering wheel locked up and I got a message on my dash to service advanced steering. I was unable to turn my steering wheel in any direction and had to pull over in order to not be involved in a collision","quote_2_odi":"11685817","quote_2_text":"Without warning, the vehicle's power steering stopped working in an intersection while turning. The hazard lights came on automatically and I used my full body strength to steer the car out of the intersection","quote_3_odi":"11659925","quote_3_text":"Driving along and all of a sudden steering will be very difficult to turn - and there is play in the steering wheel. Not being able to turn safely, puts my family at risk. There are no warning lights or alarms that have shown up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-rear-suspension-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11457863","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was repaired under recall 20V-072. This was for the rear suspension toe link. The replacement rear suspension toe link on the right side has cracked. This was discovered when the right rear wheel was removed for tire replacement. I have a photo of the failed toe link","quote_2_odi":"11355217","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2014 FORD FLEX ON SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13 ON HWY 684 / SAW MILL PARKWAY. I HIT A SMALL POTHOLE, WHICH IT TURNS OUT FRACTURED THE TOE LINK, THE ITEM THAT WAS PART OF NHTSA RECALL NUMBER: 20V072 NHTSA DATE: FEB 10, 2020 FORD RECALL NUMBER: 20S04","quote_3_odi":"11342051","quote_3_text":"NHTSA HAS ISSUED RECALL 20V072 COVERING MY VEHICLE. AS A RESULT OF THE DEFECTIVE TOE LINK THE LEFT REAR TIRE ON MY CARE IS WEARING UNEVENLY AND CUPPING. MY INDEPENDENT MECHANIC SAYS THEY COULD REPLACE THE TOE LINK AND DO THE REQUIRED ALIGNMENT IN ONE DAY AT A COST OF ~$300","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2014-second-row-seat-belt-failure","label":"Second-row seat belt buckle or retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11206208","quote_1_text":"HAVE HAD MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH THE REAR PASSENGER SEATBELTS RETRACTING TO THE POINT NOW WHERE KLABEN FORD SAYS THE ENTIRE SEATBELT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT IS A REAR PASSENGER AIRBAG SEATBELT","quote_2_odi":"11186343","quote_2_text":"FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BELT BUCKLE GETS STUCK. WHEN THE PASSENGER TRIES TO UNBUCKLES THE SEAT BELT, IT DOES NOT UNBUCKLES AND PASSENGER GETS STUCK IN CAR SEAT. SOMETIME IT TAKES MORE THEN HALF AN HOUR AND MULTIPLE TIMES TRIES TO GET IT UNLOCK. FRUSTRATING","quote_3_odi":"11154203","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE INFLATABLE SEAT BELTS ON THE SECOND ROW WERE DAMAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11756966","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact stated that upon reversing the vehicle the rearview camera display would display upside down and then display blank and no warning lights were illuminated, however the following warning message would display on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11733962","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that on several occasions, while in reverse (R), the image was flipped upside down or the screen was blank","quote_3_odi":"11686906","quote_3_text":"I am having the same issues that were recalled in the 2019 Ford Flex backup camera. My 2015 Ford Flex backup camera is malfunctioning, going black, flipping the image and flashing randomly. It has progressively gotten worse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-door-ajar-latch-failure","label":"Door ajar warning and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11133017","quote_1_text":"FALSE AND PERSISTENT DOOR AJAR WARNING AND RELATED TRANSMISSION NOT IN PARK WARNING (WHEN IN MOTION)","quote_2_odi":"11302861","quote_2_text":"DOOR LATCH FAILURE. NOTICED PROBLEM WITH DOOR AJAR LIGHT LIT FOR A COUPLE DAYS. SUBSEQUENT BATTERY DRAINING PROBLEMS. SEEMS DUE TO KEEPING LIGHTS ON IN CAR BECAUSE IT THOUGHT DOORS WERE OPEN EVEN THOUGH THEY WERE SECURELY SHUT","quote_3_odi":"11322199","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS OUTSIDE DOOR LOCK CONTROLS,BUILT INTO THE FRONT DOOR HANDLES. THESE ARE ACTIVATED BY SENSORS BUILT INTO THE HANDLES. OVER THE LAST TWO DAYS THE SENSORS HAVE INTERMITTENTLY.FAILED TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11002837","quote_1_text":"DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND HEARD A CLUNK AND FELT A SLIGHT LOSS OF POWER AND CONTROL. PULLED OVER TO CHECK VEHICLE AND NOTICED FLAMES COMING UNDERNEATH THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CAR SOON BECAME ENGULFED AND WAS A TOTAL LOSS","quote_2_odi":"10994006","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FLEX. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND A FIRE ERUPTED UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WHICH WAS ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-fuel-pump-control-module-failure","label":"Fuel pump control module failure preventing start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11166088","quote_1_text":"OUR 2015 FORD FLEX RECENTLY DIED WHEN WE WERE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC, WITH NO WARNING WHEN WE WERE DRIVING WITH OUR 2 YOUNG CHILDREN. THE FORD FLEX ONLY HAS ~45K MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN SERVICED REGULARLY","quote_2_odi":"11500436","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE SYSTEM FAILURE. DIAGNOSTIC CONFIRMED WITH FORD DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11222922","quote_3_text":"IN OCTOBER 2018, OUR FORD FLEX WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WHEN WE TRIED TO START IT AND IT DID A MINOR CRANK AND THEN NOTHING. IT WOULDN'T START OR DO ANYTHING. WORKED FINE THE NIGHT BEFORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11673311","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact state that while driving on two occasions at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and the steering wheel became very stiff. The \"Power Steering Assist Fault\" message was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11110069","quote_2_text":"ON JULY 5, 2018 I WAS DRIVING AT 35 MPH ON A CITY ROAD WHEN A WARNING LIGHT WITH THE WORDS \"STEERING ASSIST FAULT, SERVICE REQUIRED\" SUDDENLY CAME ON AND THE STEERING STOPPED WORKING ALMOST ENTIRELY","quote_3_odi":"11403435","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY, SEVERAL WARNINGS QUICKLY APPEARED ON THE DASH THEN SIMULTANEOUSLY ALL POWER STEERING FUNCTIONS STOPPED WORKING AND VEHICLE WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-sudden-power-loss-wrench-light","label":"Sudden loss of power with wrench warning light","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10876758","quote_1_text":"WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR 6-21-16 AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY THE CAR LOST POWER. SHE WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR OFF THE ROAD WITHOUT INCIDENT BUT COULD HAVE BEEN REAR ENDED. DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION/REDUCED POWER ICON WAS DISPLAYED ON INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_2_odi":"11184862","quote_2_text":"WRENCH LIGHT APPEARS ON DASH AND THE CAR LOSES ALL POWER - KNOWN AS \"LIMP HOME\" MODE. CODES CLEAR UPON RESTART. TOOK IT TO DEALER AFTER FREEWAY INCIDENT ON 2/17/19, DEALER FOUND NO CODES, STATED IT WAS MOTOR MOUNT","quote_3_odi":"10969267","quote_3_text":"OUR CAR HAS STALLED ON US 4 TIMES, ALL WHILE IN TRAFFIC. 1ST TIME AT NIGHT ON A RESIDENTAL STREET MOVING FORWARD, 2ND AND 3RD TIME WHILE ON A 40 MPH ROAD IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, 4TH TIME WHILE GOING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION ON A MAIN ROAD MOVING FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2015-suspension-recall-parts-delay","label":"Suspension recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11425005","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V072000 (Suspension) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11413089","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11360614","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11467982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Flex. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side door latch had fractured. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the spring in the door fractured and damaged the","quote_2_odi":"11597513","quote_2_text":"The issue is that the pawl spring tab in the side door latch broke. The door does not close. if closed manually by manipulating the latch to close it, the door may open while driving. There was a recall for this exact issue a few years ago but I feel it needs to be opened back","quote_3_odi":"11343175","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR DOOR AJAR MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AT VEHICLE START-UP. ADDITIONALLY, THE MASTER DOOR LOCK BUTTON FAILED TO LOCK THE PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR DOOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11669216","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Flex. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The stability control warning light was illuminated, and the \"Steering Failure\" message was displayed. The vehicle was not","quote_2_odi":"11594163","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Flex. The contact stated while driving at 50 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff. The contact stated there were two warning chimes alert heard. Additionally, “Stop Vehicle for Safe Steering” and “Power Steering Assist Service Required” messages were","quote_3_odi":"10953900","quote_3_text":"DROVE MY 2016 FORD FLEX I TRIED TO AVOID ANIMAL ON ROAD AND STEERING ASSIST LIGHT CAME ON COULDNT STEER AND HIT A POLE. THE DEALERSHIP WOULDNT LOOK AT CAUSE I HAD IT TOWED THERE TOLD ME I HAD TO GO WHERE MY INUSRANCE WOULD FIX IT I HAD NO CAR FOR FOUR MONTHS THERES NO RECALL ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-rear-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear toe link fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11395387","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) AND HAD THE VEHICLE SERVICED AT TUSCALOOSA FORD (5801 MCFARLAND BLVD E, TUSCALOOSA, AL 35405). MONTHS LATER, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH,","quote_2_odi":"11622568","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road, heard a pop, fishtailed then rolled over 1.5 times into a ditch. A rear suspension part broke, indicated by groves made at the scene and camber of tire after accident. The rollover could have seriously injured myself or my passenger. The police","quote_3_odi":"11350650","quote_3_text":"RECALL FROM FORD MARCH 2020 REAR TOE LINK SUSPENSION HAVE CALLED DEALER ABOUT REPAIR THEY ANSWER NO PARTS YET. THIS COULD INCREASE RISK OF CRASH. ITS BEEN 6 MONTHS AND NO PARTS . UNSAFE TO DRIVE . ONLY HAS 36000 MILES ON IT WHAT IS THE NEXT STEP?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure (Back Over Prevention recall)","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11751564","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention). The rearview camera became intermittently inoperative. The contact stated that the intermittent failure made it difficult to safely reverse the","quote_2_odi":"11629148","quote_2_text":"Back up camera image is distorted or flipped. This is a safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11723348","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is affected by recall 25V695. Ford dealership confirmed no remedy parts are available and cannot provide a timeline. This vehicle is part of my commercial fleet and I am unable to operate it, resulting in significant financial loss. The manufacturer issued a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11676274","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Flex. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt unbuckled independently. There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was informed that the VIN was","quote_2_odi":"11516525","quote_2_text":"2nd row passenger side bucket seat seatbelt no longer latches. Car has less than 35,000 miles. Seat is no longer able to be occupied legally. My child in booster seat uses that seat belt and could have become unsecured while driving which would have put him at risk if there was","quote_3_odi":"11432717","quote_3_text":"The passenger side seat belt tightens on passenger while driving. It tightened on one passenger so tight; there became a need to cut the belt off! The second time it tightened on the passenger while driving, but did not tighten to the point of needing to cut the belt. When I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-sudden-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11182617","quote_1_text":"ECOBOOST 3.5L VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TOTAL LOSS OF POWER AND WHITE SMOKE FROM TAILPIPES WHILE DRIVING 65MPH ON EXPRESSWAY BUT STILL RAN. DROVE STRAIGHT TO AN INDEPENDENT SERVICE CENTER WHERE THEY DIAGNOSED LOW BOOST PRESSURE DTC AND FAILURE OF BOTH TURBOCHARGERS. TOWED VEHICLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11194529","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND WAS TURNING LEFT FROM A STOP AT A STOPLIGHT. WE WERE PREPARING TO ENTER A HIGHWAY ON-RAMP. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY QUIT (NO WARNING) AND WOULD NOT RESTART. HAD THIS HAPPENED A FEW MOMENTS LATER (MERGING INTO HEAVY HIGHWAY TRAFFIC), AN ACCIDENT WOULD","quote_3_odi":"10937522","quote_3_text":"CAR LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. WARNING LIGHT WITH WRENCH AND \"CHECK MANUAL\" APPEARED. DEALER INDICATED RECALL 16B32 AND REPLACED THROTTLE BODY. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF RECALL. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2016-transmission-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transmission and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11529654","quote_1_text":"The power transfer unit otherwise referred to as a transfer case exploded from the inside with under 50k miles on the Flex resulting in the transmission cracking and breaking as well. AAA inspected and replaced both transmission and transfer case. They say they see a lot of them","quote_2_odi":"11318562","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED ONE DAY WHEN I DROVE TO WORK AND GOT OUT OF MY VEHICLE IT SMELLED LIKE TRANSMISSION FLUID BURNING TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE FORD FLEX THAT THE TRANS FLUID AND COOLANT WERE GETTING MIXED TOGETHER BECAUSE OF THE DESIGN OF THE A/C","quote_3_odi":"11082549","quote_3_text":"FRONT WHEELS LOCK AS THE VEHICLE IS REVERSING. LOUD RATTLE NOISE FROM UNDER VEHICLE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2017-b-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"B-pillar trim detachment and recall parts delay","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11739237","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side B-Pillar Applique Trim detached and flew off","quote_2_odi":"11752577","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V829000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2017-backup-camera-image-failure","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11752005","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Flex. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11696035","quote_2_text":"Back up camera has distorted image & blank screen","quote_3_odi":"11687080","quote_3_text":"The backup camera failed in my 2017 Ford Flex. It has gotten worse over time and now doesn’t come on at all or just for a second or two. I get a blue screen of death most of the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2017-rear-suspension-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture and recall delay","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11517689","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started wobbling. The contact then stated that the vehicle suddenly changed and drove as if the vehicle was merging, while intending to drive straight. The stability track warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11372679","quote_2_text":"ON MONDAY, SEPT 28, 2020 AT APPROXIMATELY 10:30 AM WHILE DRIVING SOUTHBOUND ON INTERSTATE 5 (JUST BEFORE THE WEST MOUNTAIN VIEW OVERPASS IN FIREBAUGH CA) DOING 70 MPH, THE CAR BEGAN FISHTAILING ERRATICALLY - SWERVING BETWEEN LANES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2017-seat-belt-latch-malfunction","label":"Seat belt unbuckling or locking during driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11701224","quote_1_text":"The rear seat belts come unbuckled. I was driving and about to get on a highway, and my children told me their seat belts unbuckled, another time it happened while I was driving in town","quote_2_odi":"11478347","quote_2_text":"The Driver side seatbelt begins to lock as you pull it down to click it into the buckle. While driving the seatbelt will also lock and continue to get tighter and tighter and suddenly release","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11510323","quote_1_text":"The vehicle proceeded to run the red light and hit the front passenger side of my vehicle at a high rate of speed and sent my 2018 Ford Flex spinning through the intersection. Not a single airbag went off in my vehicle, that is terrifying to me being a father of 3 young children","quote_2_odi":"11297344","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FORD FLEX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE REAR-ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-apim-sync3-audio-camera","label":"APIM/SYNC 3 module failure disabling audio and camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11705823","quote_1_text":"APIM or SYNC 3 malfunction. Navigation failure and not working properly alerts, clock in car not set correctly and won’t allow owner to fix it, no audio at all, no panel touch tones, popping/cracking intermittent throughout car, Bluetooth connection drops, slow glitching screen","quote_2_odi":"11697154","quote_2_text":"Audio throughout the entire vehicle are malfunctioning as well as the reverse camera malfunction. This has caused a collision the 11th of October","quote_3_odi":"11696951","quote_3_text":"Rear camera malfunctioned screen showed “camera not available” didn’t alert any noise or warnings and a tree hovered slightly into parking spot and smashed in my rear window. Audio inside car malfunctioned as well (no musics, etc) and the touch pad tones stopped making sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11682030","quote_1_text":"The backup camera on my Flex has stopped working. It displays a scrambled image or nothing at all and an error message saying the ‘camera is not available’. This is dangerous, as I could back up and injure someone","quote_2_odi":"11666716","quote_2_text":"The rearview camera for parking assistance displays a blank, distorted, or inverted image when in reverse","quote_3_odi":"11633684","quote_3_text":"As stated in the current 2019 Ford Flex recall; the rear camera system either flickers intermittantly or does not work at all - leaving a significant blind spot at the rear of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-bpillar-trim-detachment","label":"B-pillar and A-pillar trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11738522","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Flex. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign: 25V732000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11710136","quote_2_text":"The trim on the driver's door broke in half causing it to fly into the traffic behind me","quote_3_odi":"11696174","quote_3_text":"While driving on the Gerald R Ford Fwy in Michigan my driver side pillar with my key pad flew off and detached from my vehicle. Part flew off, hit the back window of my vehicle and almost hit another vehicle that was driving behind me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-hankook-tire-vibration","label":"Hankook Optimo tire vibration and chunking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11309236","quote_1_text":"MY FORD FLEX IS EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK OPTIMO H426 TIRES. AT APPROXIMATELY 9,500 MILES THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE","quote_2_odi":"11289992","quote_2_text":"HANKOOK OPTIMO TIRES CHUNKING AT 24100 MILES SEVERE ENOUGH TO BE UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-rear-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11740622","quote_1_text":"Wile driving 40 mph, the right rear tire locked up and I had to counter steer aggressively to avoid spinning out and hitting oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11691272","quote_2_text":"The Left driver side rear suspension toe link broke on expressway, resulting in loss of control had to aggressively steer out of a spin","quote_3_odi":"11624362","quote_3_text":"There is a recall 20s04. I was told my car is outside the building date. However, the toe bar snapped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"ford-flex-2018-steering-failure","label":"Loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11584056","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 75 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality","quote_2_odi":"11383237","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE (IT WAS IN MOTION), ON HWY 290 (NEAR MANOR, TX), THE STEERING ON OUR 2018 FORD FLEX SEIZED UP AND THE CAR WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"11220255","quote_3_text":"STEERING ASSIST FAILURE. BOUGHT THE CAR NEW IN NOV. 2018 IT HAD ABOUT 60MILES ON IT AND WAS THE LAST FLEX ON THE LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2019-b-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"B-pillar trim and keyless entry keypad detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752867","quote_1_text":"B pillar (keypad) on drivers side flew off on the highway and cracked in half, the lower part was still attached to the wiring harness. The upper part flew onto the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11577178","quote_2_text":"The keyless entry keypad - driver sides B-Pillar front door’s trim panel came loose while driving on I-95 today (approximately 70 mph). It was not apparently loose before this event. It dislodged and hit the rear passenger window","quote_3_odi":"11661935","quote_3_text":"The black glossy plastic applique on the Driver's Door Window Frame (also containing the Keyless Entry Keypad) blew off on the Expressway at approximately 70 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2019-rear-toe-link-suspension","label":"Rear suspension toe link detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717355","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Flex. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the contact lost control of the vehicle. The contact was eventually able to slow down to 5 MPH and regain control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11704325","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving 55 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the rear driver’s side wheel turned independently at a 45-degree angle, and the rear end of the vehicle was pulled into the left lane, causing the vehicle to spin out twice","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2019-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":149,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754437","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Ford Flex is experiencing a complete factory rearview backup camera failure. When I place the vehicle into reverse, the center display screen regularly goes completely blank/black or blue or severe image distortion or black with warning \"camera is unavailable\"","quote_2_odi":"11744214","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLES REAR-VIEW CAMERA DISPLAYS AN INVERTED VIDEO IMAGE, INTERMITTENT OR PERSISTENT LOSS OF IMAGE, AND DISTORTED IMAGE. MY SON HAS AUTISM AND WILL RUN BEHIND OUR VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. HE WAS ALMOST HIT DUE TO MY CAR'S FAULTY CAMERA","quote_3_odi":"11728614","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was inoperable, causing the vehicle to hit another parked unoccupied vehicle on one occasion, and the vehicle hit a dumpster pole on another occasion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Flex","model_slug":"flex","cluster_id":"flex-2019-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Water pump failure with coolant intrusion into engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741616","quote_1_text":"2019 Flex , Odometer reading 58,190. Coolant seen on lower part of engine along with low coolant level. Took to dealership who confirmed the water pump failed and was leaking","quote_2_odi":"11735238","quote_2_text":"In October of 2025 the vehicle began to make engine noises. Within a day the vehicle stalled and shut down completely. I had my mechanic examine the car and they advise coolant had leaked into the engine cause damage. The engine had to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11657792","quote_3_text":"The water pump and timing cover gaskets are faulty. The water pump is internal and causes major engine malfunction when it breaks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/flex","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy or warning light in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10672370","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED NECK AND BACK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE","quote_2_odi":"11390267","quote_2_text":"I WAS SEVERELY INJURED WHEN A VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF ME WHILE GOING 40 MPH I SLAMMED ONTO THE BRAKE SO HARD I BROKE MY TOE AS I T BONED THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE ALL OF HER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED MINE DID NOT MY FACE SLAMMED THE STEERING WHEEL SO HARD MY HEAD SLAMMED INTO","quote_3_odi":"11582364","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bag was flopping around. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but no assistance was provided","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2010-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch and lock failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11423989","quote_1_text":"Both rear doors will not stay closed as the latches do not work. The doors will swing open when driving if not secured with a strap, making it unsafe to have passengers in the back seat. Other models and different years of the same model have had recalls issued for the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11152049","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FOCUS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND THE CONTACT WAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE, ALL FOUR DOORS WOULD NOT UNLOCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOBIK COULD NOT UNLOCK THE DOORS AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN WHEN PROMPTED. THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"11051369","quote_3_text":"REAR DRIVERS SIDE DOOR WILL NOT LATCH OR OPEN. ONCE OPENED IT WILL NOT CLOSE AGAIN CAUSING THE DOOR TO COME OPEN WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2010-engine-stall-vibration","label":"Engine stalling and idle vibration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11386010","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS WHILE DRIVING AND WILL NOT RESTART. I SUSPECT THAT IT IS RELATED TO SIMILAR ISSUES DRIVERS ARE HAVING WITH THE EVAP CANISTER PURGE VALVE IN OTHER MODEL YEARS: \"THE CANISTER PURGE VALVE MAY MALFUNCTION AND CREATE EXCESSIVE VACUUM IN THE FUEL VAPOR MANAGEMENT SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11416369","quote_2_text":"ALOT OF VIBRATION WHEN IDLE, IDLES UP AND DOWN WHEN IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"11194458","quote_3_text":"I'VE REPLACED MY MOTOR MOUNTS THREE TIMES WITHIN 4 MONTHS. MY CAR STILL IS SHAKING, MY HEAT AND AIR ONLY WORKS ON THE RIGHT SIDE, UNDER MY HOOD SOUNDS LIKE A TICKING NOISE. THIS IS ALL WHILE PARKED. PLEASE TELL ME WHAT I CAN DO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2010-powershift-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral or unintended acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11104729","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FOCUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE DEALER WAS NOT CALLED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CALLED AND THE CONTACT WAS AWAITING A","quote_2_odi":"11292124","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION SHOULD SHIFT UP AND DOWN AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR WAS SHUTTER THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REBUILT IT HAD TO BE OVERHAULED","quote_3_odi":"11452057","quote_3_text":"The contacts mother owns a 2010 Ford Focus. The contact stated while her mother attempted to park, the brake pedal was depressed and the vehicle violently accelerated on its own without warning. As a result, the contact crashed into a satellite pole. The air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2010-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body sticking causing stall or limp mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10899444","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE IN MOTION, WRENCH LIGHT COMING ON. MY TEENAGE DAUGHTER HAS ALMOST BEEN INVOLVED IN A COUPLE OF SERIOUS ACCIDENTS BECAUSE OF THIS. I UNDERSTAND IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE THROTTLE BODY, BUT WHILE FORD HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY ON EXPLORERS AND A FEW","quote_2_odi":"10628064","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD FOCUS. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED ON ITS OWN AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING AND MAINTENANCE WRENCH INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"10516098","quote_3_text":"IT'S NOT JUST THE MERCURY MILAN AND FORD ESCAPE HAVING THE THROTTLE BODY SENSOR/ASSEMBLY ISSUE. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE 694 INTERSTATE IN MINNESOTA WHEN MY CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE AND THE WRENCH WARNING LIGHT APPEARED ON MY DASH. I WAS ABLE TO FIND SOME SHOULDER AND PULL OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-airbag-seatbelt-non-deployment","label":"Airbag and seat belt failure to deploy or restrain","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10440904","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10575148","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10614655","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT MALFUNCTIONED UNDER COMPLETELY NORMAL CONDITIONS OF USE. THE MALFUNCTION WAS IN THE BELT RECEIVER, NOT THE PART NEAR THE DOOR WHICH EXTENDS AND RETRACTS THE BELT. THE METAL BIT THAT RETRACTS TO ALLOW THE SEAT BELT TO BE PUSHED IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11143859","quote_1_text":"I WAS ALMOST INVOLVED IN A ACCIDENT WITH A 18 WHEELER BECAUSE MY BRAKES WOULDN'T ALLOW ME TO STOP","quote_2_odi":"10806768","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"10406489","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON MICHIGAN HIGHWAY 91 BETWEEN LANGSTON AND TURK LAKE BETWEEN 2:30 AND 3:00 AM WHEN A DEER RAN OUT IN FRONT OF THE CAR. I WAS GOING ABOUT 55 MPH AT THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-dct-shudder-slip-stall","label":"Dual-clutch transmission shudder, slip, and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11231273","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 FORD FOCUS IS EQUIPPED WITH THE DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION AND HAS HAD ISSUES FROM THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. SHUDDERING UPON START WAS THE BIGGEST ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10855333","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SHUTTERED WHILE DRIVING AT LOWER SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"10874368","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE SLIPS WHEN CHANGING GEARS..FIRST STARTED WHEN SHIFTING FROM 1ST TO 2ND..IT'S AUTOMATIC TRANS. THAT WAS YESTERDAY NOW IT STALLS GOING INTO ANY GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch and lock failure preventing entry or exit","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11510988","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side and both the rear driver’s and passenger’s side doors failed to open","quote_2_odi":"10609627","quote_2_text":"AT APPROX. 40,800 MI, DOORS BEGAN TO INTERMITTENTLY NOT UNLOCK, NO MATTER IF I USED THE KEY, THE REMOTE, THE INSIDE SWITCHES OR HANDLES","quote_3_odi":"10531688","quote_3_text":"MY DOOR LOCKS ON ONE OR MULTIPLE DOORS FAILED TO UNLOCK BY ANY MEANS, REPEATEDLY AND INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-electrical-warning-battery-drain","label":"Electrical warning lights and battery drain malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11235292","quote_1_text":"MY CAR HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH A MYSTERY BATTERY DRAIN FOR TWO YEARS. SINCE MARCH OF 2019 IT HAS BEEN STALLING AT STOP LIGHTS SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THE RPM NEEDLE DROPS","quote_2_odi":"10714361","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS DISPLAYED AN INTERMITTENT BUT INCREASING ISSUE WITH ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. IT STARTED WITH A WARNING ON THE DASH (INCLUDING THE WARNING CHIME) ABOUT A TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT, AND SPREAD TO INCLUDE MANY AND VARIOUS WARNING LIGHTS. THESE INCLUDE THE PARKING","quote_3_odi":"10568234","quote_3_text":"SUDDENLY THE POWER WINDOWS AND POWER MIRRORS STOPPED WORKING. MY VEHICLE IS A 2011 FORD FOCUS SE AND I DON'T BELIEVE I SHOULD BE HAVING THESE PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering pump failure and steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11737817","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Forcus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction","quote_2_odi":"10839577","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10491456","quote_3_text":"DRIVING IN THE FAST LANE UPHILL IN A MOUNTAINOUS AREA OF FREEWAY APPROX 65-70 MILES PER HOUR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body failure causing stall or hesitation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11151298","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING WESTBOUND ON FLAMINGO ENROUTE TO WORK SPEED LIMIT 45 MPH EACH DIRECTION I HAD THE YELLOW FLASHING LEFT ARROW AS I STARTED MY LEFT TURN THE CAR DIED NO POWER ANOTHER VECHICLE WAS APPROACHING FROM WEST TO EAST AS I WAS TURNING LEFT I TURNED MY EMERGENCY FLASHERS AND","quote_2_odi":"10526186","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED","quote_3_odi":"10470384","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD FOCUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK VIOLENTLY AND STALLED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE POWER TRAIN WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2011-tire-wheel-wear-defect","label":"Tire wear and wheel lug or bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11452041","quote_1_text":"The lug nuts are corroded and we are unable to remove them for tire rotation","quote_2_odi":"10938554","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. WENT TO ROTATE TIRES AND FOUND WEAR BANDS SHOWING","quote_3_odi":"10505072","quote_3_text":"LETTER FROM SENATOR GRASSLEY ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT REGARDING HIS RECENT EXPERIENCE WITH HIS 2011 FORD FOCUS AND HIS CONCERN THAT THE TIRES ARE DEFECTIVE BY DESIGN; PLEASE REPLY TO THE ATTENTION OF SHERRY KUNTZ","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2012-door-latch-failure","label":"Door and trunk latch failure to secure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":3794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11745330","quote_1_text":"Group 1 Ford of South Austin, TX refused to perform door latch recall unless we purchased additional parts and service out of pocket. The door will not latch and flies open even at slow speeds","quote_2_odi":"11661413","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to latch securely while closed. The contact stated that the door occasionally unintendedly opened while driving","quote_3_odi":"11641638","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the trunk latch disengaged, causing the trunk to open unexpectedly. The contact stated that the failure had occurred 3 times within a month","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2012-dps6-clutch-tcm-failure","label":"DPS6 dual-clutch transmission and TCM failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":108,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":3794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708909","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2012 Ford Focus SE with approximately 54,000 miles. Beginning around 44,000 miles, the vehicle exhibited transmission shuddering, harsh engagement, and improper downshifting consistent with known DPS6 Transmission Control Module (TCM) defects","quote_2_odi":"11723284","quote_2_text":"The transmission begin to stall and would not shift. The motor would get to high RPMS and then shift hard into the next gear. I was able to pull over and the TCM error code popped up on the dash","quote_3_odi":"11673492","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety issue with the DPS6 dual-clutch automatic transmission in my 2012 Ford Focus (VIN: [XXX] ). The vehicle intermittently fails to shift beyond 3rd gear while in motion, resulting in loss of acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2012-lug-nut-corrosion","label":"Wheel lug nut corrosion","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":3794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11560141","quote_1_text":"14-Dec-2023, Brought my car into the tire repair store to have flat fixed. Was told the 5 lug nuts would have to be replaced because the original ones were corroded due to their design. This cost me $51.00 on this trip","quote_2_odi":"11550854","quote_2_text":"Was told my lug nuts are swollen and need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":3794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11726736","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn while driving","quote_2_odi":"11709317","quote_2_text":"Steering system failure light came on and the Rack and pinion failed with no warning while I was driving on the highway at 75mph and the steering wheel locked up almost causing a potential fatal accident","quote_3_odi":"11692211","quote_3_text":"Experienced abrupt electrical steering motor failure. Power steering remains inoperable and available for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2012-purge-valve-fuel-stall","label":"Canister purge valve and fuel system stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":3794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756307","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle previously failed the vehicle state inspection due to the check engine warning light being illuminated. Additionally, the vehicle stalled intermittently while driving","quote_2_odi":"11662064","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel, the fuel nozzle continuously clicked off. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the fuel gauge malfunctioned and displayed inaccurate fuel information","quote_3_odi":"11588577","quote_3_text":"For almost 5 years everytime I fill my gas tank the fumes leak from my car. About 2 days ago the tank started leaking gas from a huge crack in the tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2013-door-latch-recall","label":"Door latch recall replacement","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":2105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702176","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V331000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was repaired","quote_2_odi":"11552865","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the trunk independently unlatched. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11495173","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the driver's side door failed to close and remained ajar because the door would not latch securely. The contact used a rope to keep the door closed while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2013-eps-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725902","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel became hard to turn and then no steering and steering loss Stop safely came on the instrument panel, had car towed home and have had no one look at it yet","quote_2_odi":"11717304","quote_2_text":"During recent freezing weather, upon starting the car and attempting to turn, I realized that the steering wheel was frozen solid","quote_3_odi":"11681687","quote_3_text":"While driving, the electric power steering went out. I purchased this vehicle on Aug 15 2025 and the Carfax report did not have any information pertaining to an issue with EPAS. To have this repaired will cost me over $3k which I was not prepared for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2013-fuel-system-stall","label":"Fuel system stall and inaccurate fuel level","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750254","quote_1_text":"The evap canister purge valve has been a recurring problem for this vehicle. The canister was replaced in 2021, but continued having problems, as it pulled a vacuum on the fuel tank in upwards of 3/8 inch","quote_2_odi":"11699842","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, the RPM decreased, and the vehicle turned off independently. While attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11742139","quote_3_text":"I had my purge valve replaced under 24N07 ford costumer satisfactory program and the faulty purge valve damaged my catalytic converter and caused my engine light to illuminate with P0420","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2013-powershift-clutch-shudder","label":"PowerShift transmission shudder and failure to shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":126,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":2105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11700041","quote_1_text":"Our 2013 ford focus has had the shudder clutch replaced 3 times in 4 years. We paid $2500 for them to replace the clutch, forks, and adjust the tcm module. Within a year it went again","quote_2_odi":"11679967","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11489821","quote_3_text":"I purchased a 2013 Ford Focus in the spring of 2020. I have taken my car to the dealership three times (it's about to be a fourth time) for the same Transmission Control Module issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2014-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system stalling and sputtering tied to refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11715034","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle shook abnormally and stalled. The vehicle was restarted and driven to the residence","quote_2_odi":"11663744","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering and then stalled. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure reoccurred a short while later","quote_3_odi":"11709749","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was shifted into neutral(N) and coasted to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and steering wheel stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11637279","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff. The contact stated that an unknown message was displayed. The vehicle was steered into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11634926","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel becomes very difficult to maneuver as the \"Steering Assist Fault, Service Required, Service Now\" warning message was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11619142","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, the steering became tight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2014-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11601569","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11674067","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while making a turn from a complete stop at an intersection, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road; however, the vehicle failed to restart and remained on the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11753298","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving 15 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The hazard lights were activated, and the vehicle was driven back to the residence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2014-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and failure to shift or engage gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":161,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11755617","quote_1_text":"I own a 2014 Ford Focus Titanium with approximately 75,000 miles and the DPS6 automatic transmission. The transmission has developed a serious and recurring problem. The vehicle began violently jerking/shuddering while moving forward and suddenly would not go into reverse","quote_2_odi":"11746151","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to shift into 2nd gear, causing the transmission to slip, and the vehicle shuddered heavily while accelerating forward","quote_3_odi":"11667830","quote_3_text":"On June 10th 2025 the engine light came on in my 2014 Ford Focus and I lost transmission function. The car was slipping out of gear, completely losing power and speed between first & second gear and third & fourth gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-clutch-shudder","label":"Transmission clutch shudder while accelerating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11599601","quote_1_text":"I was driving in the city and my car did the transmission clutch shudder so bad I almost got t boned I have 120k miles on it and I think ford should have to find a better replacement fix to fix it right","quote_2_odi":"11611535","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with transmission clutch shudder","quote_3_odi":"11595069","quote_3_text":"1.Clutch shudders and hesitates on acceleration 2. safe driving requires non hesitation when accelerating 3. yes the dealer confirmed 4. Dealership has inspected, recommends replacement of clutch on automatic transmission at 27,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure","label":"Oil pump drive belt failure with engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11565814","quote_1_text":"The vehicle failed to restart and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil pump drive belt had fractured, causing the engine to seize. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11578096","quote_2_text":"The engine failed while driving on a state highway. No one was hurt and the driver was able to get the car off the road. The only indication was the check engine light came on and the car lost all power","quote_3_odi":"11567805","quote_3_text":"The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and stated that the engine failed due to the failure of the internal oil pump belt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11632629","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway approaching a curve at about 45mph when I first experienced the wheel locking up. As I was trying to cut the wheel to the right, the steering wouldn't allow me to turn any further","quote_2_odi":"11640880","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the steering wheel seized momentarily, due to a sudden loss of power steering functionality, causing the vehicle to cross over to the other side of the road, eventually stopping in a patch of grass on the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11626399","quote_3_text":"I bought this ford focus with 50k miles on it and the electrical power steering unit went out within 4 months. i have been driving it this way for 7 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-purge-valve-stalling","label":"Engine stalling tied to canister purge valve","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11697879","quote_1_text":"Car is stalling at low speed and losing power. Does not do it at high speed. Occasional check engine light. Will start surging. This is a know issue with the Ford Focus and Ford has issued a Customer Satisfaction Program 24N07","quote_2_odi":"11583930","quote_2_text":"Stopped to get gas. Turned off engine. After filling up gas tank, car would not start, or crank/turn over. No check engine light has been on, no warning lights. Disconnected battery for about fifteen min. Car started up. Took it to shop, they changed out the evap Purge system","quote_3_odi":"11587320","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the canister purge valve","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11675402","quote_1_text":"FORD Customer Satisfaction Program 14M02 - Transmission Control Module I purchased a 2015 Ford Focus for my son in 2021. I PAID WITH CASH. In June 2024, he moved from GA to UT for a job after he graduated college. 2 months later, his transmission went out with no notice","quote_2_odi":"11637599","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission control module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The vehicle failed to start. Additionally, the vehicle failed to reverse","quote_3_odi":"11616894","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission had failed. The transmission control module was replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2015-transmission-overheating","label":"Transmission overheating message and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11678873","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at a roundabout at 20 MPH, the \"Transmission Overheating - Please Pull Over to a Safe Location\" was displayed, and the contact pulled over for 30 minutes for the transmission to cool down","quote_2_odi":"11703609","quote_2_text":"Symptoms: No reverse gear, severe clutch slip (high RPM but car barely moves), strong burnt clutch smell, check engine light on","quote_3_odi":"11604074","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the message \"Transmission Overheating\" was displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-dual-clutch-shudder","label":"Dual-clutch shudder and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11727541","quote_1_text":"The powertrain/transmission in my 2016 Ford Focus is malfunctioning. Specifically, the vehicle shudders and hesitates when accelerating in low gears, causing delayed engagement and unpredictable power delivery","quote_2_odi":"11612278","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving off from a complete stop and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle briefly shuddered and hesitated. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11655215","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and accelerating, the vehicle shuddered and jerked before shifting into gear. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure","label":"Oil pump belt failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11656518","quote_1_text":"Notes from the Ford dealer: Oil pump belt tensioner failed causing oil pump belt to slip and starve engine for oil. Turbo was also starved of oil. Long block and turbo were replaced","quote_2_odi":"11633445","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the oil pump tensioner assembly and oil pump drive belt, resulting in damages to the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired","quote_3_odi":"11636052","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving on the expressway at approximately 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The driver turned on the hazard lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-power-steering-assist-fault","label":"Power steering assist fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11616319","quote_1_text":"Electrical power steering goes in and out and the dash displays “steering assist fault” warning, and the power steering goes out entirely. You can still turn, but it takes a lot more physical effort to do so","quote_2_odi":"11619218","quote_2_text":"Continuously get the message steering fault assist service required. It’s impossible to turn the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11595020","quote_3_text":"Power steering fault light came on and the vehicle is very hard to now drive because it is difficult to turn the steering wheel, which could cause an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-purge-valve-stalling","label":"Canister purge valve stalling after refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11613728","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power and stalling. Additionally, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11603136","quote_2_text":"My car stalled several times and then one day it stalled on a busy street near my school and would not start. I had to pay to have it towed to a mechanic. He replaced the CPV and told me that my gas tank was now dented and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11614432","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the canister purge valve, resulting in fuel tank deformation. The vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-tcm-failure-power-loss","label":"Transmission control module failure and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11678722","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's Transmission Control Module (TCM) has failed twice, resulting in sudden, complete loss of power and dangerous stalling incidents at highway speeds. In January 2023, at approximately 8,000 miles, the vehicle suddenly lost all propulsion while traveling on a highway","quote_2_odi":"11640594","quote_2_text":"The mechanic informed the contact that the transmission control module had failed. The transmission warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission control module needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11620094","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the gear shifter did not shift into park, drive, or neutral. In addition, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that when she turned the vehicle off, the vehicle did not restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2016-transmission-overheat-no-reverse","label":"Transmission overheat message and loss of reverse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11710854","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled with the message \"Transmission Overheating\" displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11653205","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the message \"Transmission Overheating\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11651019","quote_3_text":"Transmision gets hot and i have to pull over right away, otherwise I might cause an accident. Once is get hot it won't move at all. Obd code p2872 and p2872dp. Clutch A stack engaged. My car only has 75400 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion and cracked cylinder head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11729480","quote_1_text":"engine failure - coolant entering engine cylinder #2, Internal engine failure. Car was stalled loss of power on highway and almost killed. Towed to nearest mechanic shop","quote_2_odi":"11724970","quote_2_text":"The 2.0L Ecoboost uses an aluminum cylinder head with relatively thin casting areas between the combustion chamber and coolant passages. Coolant passages run very close to the exhaust valve seats","quote_3_odi":"11652921","quote_3_text":"I had a head gasket repair that failed almost causing an accident on the interstate. Then I had a new long block engine assembly, turbo charger, catalytic converter replaced due to a crack in cylinder 3","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-dct-shudder-failure","label":"DPS6 dual-clutch shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11717224","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety-related defect in my 2017 Ford Focus equipped with the PowerShift dual-clutch (DPS6) transmission. The vehicle has experienced ongoing transmission and clutch-related issues, including shuddering, jerking, hesitation from a stop,","quote_2_odi":"11680830","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Ford Focus has problems with the automatic transmission. It shudders and jerks so badly. It has even shut off on me in the middle of a 4 way intersection with the message “Transmission Fault Service Now” it was not safe","quote_3_odi":"11660701","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2017 Ford Focus SE (automatic), the vehicle began experiencing severe transmission problems including hesitation, shuddering during acceleration, jerking between shifts, and eventually a complete failure to engage any gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-oil-pump-belt-failure","label":"Oil pump drive belt failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11650535","quote_1_text":"The component or system failed or malfunction: The oil pump failed because of the belt the operated the pump. The oil pump drive belt material degraded lost teeth,resulting in a loss of oil pressure and also causing the engine to seize up","quote_2_odi":"11644664","quote_2_text":"Since November 22nd, my 2017 Ford Focus with 79,503 miles has been at a Ford dealership leaving waiting for a motor. My timing belt and oil pump belt snapped, casing my engine to jump timing. When this happened, I had no time to pull over or anything","quote_3_odi":"11638348","quote_3_text":"I was driving on I-90 at speed when the engine red warning light came on and the engine lost power and started making a lot of noise. I had to pull off on the shoulder of the interstate and shut down engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-purge-valve-stall","label":"Canister purge valve failure with engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11696105","quote_1_text":"Received recall notice 24N07 from Ford in December 2024, stating that we should get the canister purge valve replaced if the vehicle ever displayed any of the listed symptoms. The vehicle started displaying symptoms in April 2025","quote_2_odi":"11622883","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2017 Ford Focus vehicle. Recently, I have encountered multiple occurrences of stalling while driving on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11636145","quote_3_text":"The EVAP canister purge valve in my vehicle has become stuck in the open position, resulting in the engine burning an excessive amount of fuel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V905000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11681904","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 ( ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). The contact stated that the local dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that parts were not yet available to repair the…","quote_2_odi":"11704708","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Ford Focus is grounded due to the oil pump safety recall involving loss of oil pressure and engine stall. Ford is refusing to provide alternate transportation unless I pay out of pocket","quote_3_odi":"11625367","quote_3_text":"I haven't had the problem yet with the oil pump drive belt tensioner failing but would just like to say that Ford should be forced to buy back the effected vehicles with the 1.0 Ecoboost engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2017-tcm-actuator-failure","label":"Transmission control module and clutch actuator failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":894,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11628590","quote_1_text":"While changing a dead battery, the vehicle's transmission control module (TCM) malfunctioned and caused the shift drum to shear off a piece of the aluminum casing inside the gearbox. DTC codes P2837 and P287B were present indicating a shift fork failure","quote_2_odi":"11643150","quote_2_text":"I own a 2017 Ford Focus. When I got in my car to leave work for the day, it would not shift into reverse. I was stranded in subzero weather for 2hrs before someone was able to come and get to me","quote_3_odi":"11688517","quote_3_text":"Transmission actuator A and actuator B making the Transmission not able to shift. Happened after new battery installed and was told it could have been a surge sent to Transmission control module breaking the actuators","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-coolant-intrusion-overheat","label":"Engine overheating with coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11729609","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that there was coolant intrusion into the cylinders and that the engine needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11691504","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving her car home from work when her car suddenly overheated in light traffic. She pulled over and called me. I came by and we saw that the coolant level was low, so we filled it up to the normal level and she drove it another 20 minutes back to our home","quote_3_odi":"11658960","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating, and there was white smoke coming from the exhaust, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-dps6-clutch-shudder","label":"Dual-clutch transmission shudder and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11733354","quote_1_text":"The dual clutch PowerShift DCT transmission has failed. When placed in reverse, the engine RPM increases when accelerating but the vehicle does not move at all. While driving forward, the vehicle struggles to reach 10mph and the transmission slips severely","quote_2_odi":"11734826","quote_2_text":"While driving, the transmission went into limp/safety mode and became difficult to control. Diagnostic scan confirmed codes P0806 (Clutch Position Sensor A Circuit Intermittent) and P2872 (Clutch A Stuck Engaged)","quote_3_odi":"11631979","quote_3_text":"My clutch (dual clutch automatic trans) has been replaced 4+ times in less than 5 years. It will be ok for a few months and act up again. My Trans shutters and shakes bad usually in 1st gear when I'm moving from a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-oil-pump-belt-engine-failure","label":"Oil pump drive belt failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11742133","quote_1_text":"I had an oil pressure light come on while driving and it was followed by the car shutting off and not starting back up. It was towed to a mechanic who told me the timing belt broke while driving and the car requires a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11709240","quote_2_text":"I was driving on a major road at about 40mph. The oil light unexpectedly came on and I experienced a sudden reduction of engine power. There was no prior warning about this issue before the oil light suddenly came on","quote_3_odi":"11650363","quote_3_text":"I was going 60mph down the highway when my timing belt snapped and I lost all power. I see ford has a recall for the same engine, the 1.0 3 cylinder ecoboost, same problem, but the recall is only for cars with automatic transmissions. Mine is a manual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11650186","quote_1_text":"My steering wheel got jammed in the middle of the road. Kt was just working fine and got stuck while I was driving. The ford dealer inspected the car and identified that my steering rack got cracked after the diagnosis. My car is driven just 40,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11616510","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering assist warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel seized","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-purge-valve-stalling","label":"Canister purge valve failure and stalling after refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11624762","quote_1_text":"My car stalls when I get gas. If I get gas, I have to try multiple times to start my car and once it starts, I can’t stop. If I stop, my car will turn off and I have to start it again. My car has died in intersections and on streets many times","quote_2_odi":"11745134","quote_2_text":"The plastic gas tank was warped by heat and a faulty purge solenoid. The warped gas tank is a known issue for the 2018 Ford Focus and other versions of the car are covered by the recall, but my VIN apparently was not despite experiencing the same issue at less than 50,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11625138","quote_3_text":"After filling up gas tank, car continues to sputter and tries to stall. This only happens after filling tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Focus","model_slug":"focus","cluster_id":"focus-2018-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 23V905 repair parts delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":825,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11621782","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Focus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V905000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11710291","quote_2_text":"Ref Recall #23V905: I brought my 2018 Ford Focus into Northside Ford, San Antonio on Tuesday, Jan 6th, to comply with referenced recall. I was told that to \"get in line\" I would have to leave my vehicle at the dealership until parts were available, approximately a one month wait","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/focus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"ford-freestyle-2005-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":1459,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10622268","quote_1_text":"ON 12 JUN 2014, WITHOUT WARNING, THE CONTINUOUSLY-VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) FIRST SHOWED SIGNS OF A PROBLEM: FAILING TO SHIFT OUT OF LOWER SPEED GEAR FROM A STOP TO HIGHER GEARS DURING TRAVEL","quote_2_odi":"11076742","quote_2_text":"2005 FORD FREESTYLE HAS A CONSTANT SCRAPING SOUND FROM THE TRANSMISSION WHEN I AM DRIVING IT","quote_3_odi":"10855500","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A NOISE THAT IS COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN IN PARK OR NEUTRAL THE NOISE IS PROMINENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"ford-freestyle-2005-door-latch-freeze","label":"Door latch freezing in cold weather","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1459,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11629170","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that all four door latches failed to latch while attempting to close the doors. The contact had to make several attempts to close and lock the doors before the doors latch and remained closed","quote_2_odi":"11073143","quote_2_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE THE REAR DRIVER'S DOOR, THE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH PROPERLY TO CLOSE","quote_3_odi":"10669479","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LATCH WILL FREEZE UP WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPS BELOW FREEZING. DOOR WILL NOT CLOSE PROPERLY, OR IF IT SOUNDS LIKE IT HAS CLOSED PROPERLY CAN POP OPEN WHEN DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"ford-freestyle-2005-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and gauge electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":1459,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11253137","quote_1_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, OVER THE COURSE OF SEVERAL YEARS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED","quote_2_odi":"10789675","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE FUEL, SPEEDOMETER, AND OIL TEMPERATURE GAUGES STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10861299","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. IN ADDITION, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL STOPPED WORKING AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"ford-freestyle-2005-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":1459,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10653569","quote_1_text":"UPON INSPECTION, MECHANIC FOUND THE ENGINE CRADLE SUBFRAME TO BE RUSTED/ROTTED BEYOND REPAIR, AND SAID CAR WAS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11056316","quote_2_text":"DURING SAFETY INSPECTION, FRONT ENGINE SUBFRAME RUSTED BEYOND REPAIR WHERE STEERING GEAR IS ATTACHED","quote_3_odi":"10810445","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT NOTICED COROSSION ON THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2005,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"ford-freestyle-2005-throttle-body-surge-stall","label":"Throttle body failure causing surge or stall","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":1459,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10786279","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10766667","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE AND WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON AND THE ENGINE WENT INTO FAILSAFE MODE WHICH IS IDLE ENGINE CONDITION WITH NO ACCELERATOR ACTION","quote_3_odi":"10899184","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE FAIL SAFE ENGINE MODE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11331357","quote_1_text":"WHEN CRUISING IN THE CITY OR HIGHWAY, THE CVT TRANSMISSION SLIPS AND DOWNSHIFTS TO A LOWER GEAR, IT WOULD REV BUT NO POWER. THE CAR WOULD NOT GO ANY FASTER","quote_2_odi":"10853356","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE TRANSMISSION. THE FASTER THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, THE LOUDER THE NOISE SOUNDED","quote_3_odi":"10692019","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS WHERE THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-door-latch-freezing","label":"Door latch freezing in cold weather","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11450202","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the rear driver’s and passenger’s side doors would not close securely","quote_2_odi":"10937950","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AND BOTH REAR DOORS FAILED TO LATCH IN COLD WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"10689626","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME FAILURES MENTIONED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 06V383000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE SIDE DOOR LATCH MECHANISM FROZE AND CAUSED THE DOOR TO OPEN WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-engine-stall-limp-mode","label":"Engine stall and limp mode with wrench light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11458536","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road and my car just stopped like it went into Neutral but it was in drive the car starts up but when I’m Drive doesn’t go anywhere","quote_2_odi":"11448360","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Ford Freestyle. The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled with the battery, oil pressure, and check engine warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"10659030","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 10 MPH AND THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-front-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe and cross-member corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11466341","quote_1_text":"Took the vehicle in to local Ford for 120000 mile service and was informed the subframe was rusted and starting to separate. The part is no longer available and maybe they could find a used one as they have had to do in other cases","quote_2_odi":"11154481","quote_2_text":"WENT FOR A STATE INSPECTION IN AUGUST. THE CAR PASSED, HOWEVER, THE MECHANIC SAID THE UNDERCARRIAGE HAD LARGE AMOUNT OF RUST WHICH COULD MAKE PASSING IN FUTURE YEARS DIFFICULT","quote_3_odi":"11130987","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE CROSS MEMBER FRAME WAS RUSTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-mirror-electrical-fire","label":"Side mirror electrical smoke and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10705342","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED SMOKE COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10586419","quote_2_text":"I UNLOCKED MY CAR TO LOAD THE BACK. I NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR. THERE WAS A SMALL FIRE WHICH I PUT OUT WITH WATER","quote_3_odi":"11152950","quote_3_text":"WE USED THE REMOTE TO UNLOCK THE DOOR AND THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR IMMEDIATELY CAUGHT ON FIRE. ENGINE WAS NOT STARTED AND DOOR WAS NEVER OPENED. WE BLEW THE FIRE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2006,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Freestyle","model_slug":"freestyle","cluster_id":"2006-ford-freestyle-sudden-acceleration-braking","label":"Sudden acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":1300,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11337807","quote_1_text":"CAR LURCHES FORWARD WHEN PARKING. IT IS WORSE IF THE AC IS ON","quote_2_odi":"10706321","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"10577478","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD FREESTYLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD RANDOMLY LUNGE FORWARD IN DRIVE AND IN REVERSE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/ford/freestyle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2008-dash-airbag-deform","label":"Passenger dashboard deformation near airbag cover","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":1353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11476119","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the car was parked outside in the sun, the passenger’s side dashboard nearby the air bag became deformed","quote_2_odi":"11431376","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that after the dealer performed the passenger’s side airbag recall repair, the passenger’s side dashboard and airbag compartment was separating","quote_3_odi":"11289888","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY FUSION IN FOR THE AIRBAG RECALL. THE AIRBAG WAS REPLACED AND NOW THE DASH IS SLIGHTLY RAISED UP AND LOOKS LIKE THE AIRBAG IS GOING TO BLOW OUT OF IT ANYTIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2008-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Interior door handle and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11619638","quote_1_text":"Door handle is stuck/broken. Door cannot open from the inside or outside. Passengers are stuck in car","quote_2_odi":"11329777","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT'S GRAND-MOTHER OWNS A 2008 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WAS UNABLE TO BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11202586","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. THRU EXTENSIVE RESEARCH I HAVE FOUND THAT THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE ON THE FUSIONS YEARS 2007- 2012 MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2008-hcu-brake-pedal-floor","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":165,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11445862","quote_1_text":"I am unable to safely brake. When I press my foot on the brake, it doesn’t engage until it completely touches the floor of the car","quote_2_odi":"11240939","quote_2_text":"WHILE HITTING A POTHOLE OR DRIVING ON A WET SURFACE AND USING THE BRAKES THE BRAKES LOCK UP AND THE CAR SLIDES BEFORE COMING TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"11267517","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS HAD A COMPLETE AND TOTAL FAILURE OF THE BREAK SYSTEM. THE BREAK PEDAL DEPRESSES ALL THE WAY UNTIL IT CONTACTS THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE BARELY COMES TO A STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2008,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2008-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair unavailable or incomplete","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":1353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11493688","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2008 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11320377","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE RECALL OF THE AIR BAG. I NEVER HAD THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASH ON","quote_3_odi":"11222478","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V001000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2009-abs-hcu-brake-failure","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit failure, extended pedal travel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":171,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":1022,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11751439","quote_1_text":"my brakes had went out while i was driving home from work","quote_2_odi":"11556668","quote_2_text":"Hcu fails and prolongs braking, brakes are often soft","quote_3_odi":"11300753","quote_3_text":"ANTILOCK BRAKES PULSED AND BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2009-airbag-recall-warning","label":"Airbag warning light and Takata inflator recall issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":1022,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11437055","quote_1_text":"It's been 6 months since the recall notice was issued, and there is still no remedy for the situation, and I feel unsafe driving my vehicle without a correction made","quote_2_odi":"11394992","quote_2_text":"TAKATA AIRBAG IN MY 2009 FORD FUSION HAS BEEN REPORTED AS DEFECTIVE AND COULD LEAD TO SERIOUS HARM AND INJURY IF IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11323732","quote_3_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG RECALL. CONSUMER STATES THAT THEY NO LONGER OWN THIS VEHICLE DUE TO IT BEING TOTALED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2009-door-latch-failure","label":"Driver's door latch and handle failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":1022,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11558640","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the front driver's side door became inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11439203","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to open the front driver’s side door from inside the vehicle, the door would not open using the door handle or the key fob","quote_3_odi":"11255084","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED AND THE DOOR COULD NOT BE OPENED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2009-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":1022,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11467242","quote_1_text":"While driving down the high way car began to sputter and jolt felt much like someone slamming on brakes aggressively and then releasing and motor stopped completely","quote_2_odi":"11447188","quote_2_text":"Throttle body failure causes vehicle to randomly die or shall or hard shift constantly while driving in heavy traffic and has almost caused multiple wrecks from vehicle stalling and hard shifting randomly","quote_3_odi":"11425628","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, without warning the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2010-brake-pedal-abs-hcu-failure","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor from ABS/HCU failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":5125,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11719061","quote_1_text":"The brakes went almost completely out- having to push the pedal all the way to the floor. All ABS and braking lights illuminated in the dash. There is limited stopping power","quote_2_odi":"11642906","quote_2_text":"Brake pedal suddenly got \"soft\" - pedal has to be pressed further before braking begins and requires more pressure for the same amount of braking prior to the issue","quote_3_odi":"11609591","quote_3_text":"When braking, if the ABS is triggered, the brake pedal begins traveling almost to the floor with significantly less braking ability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2010-fuel-tank-cracking-leak","label":"Fuel tank cracking and gasoline leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":5125,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11723323","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered fuel leaking underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11618589","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, who then determined that the excessive pressure resulting from the failure of the canister purge valve caused the fuel tank to develop a crack that was then leaking gasoline","quote_3_odi":"11593378","quote_3_text":"the contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, he observed three cracks on the fuel tank underneath the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":5125,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11753784","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. The traction control warning light was illuminated. The contact decelerated and pulled over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11728007","quote_2_text":"All the sudden, the power steering stopped working as I was backing out of my parking spot at the grocery store. Luckily, I stopped before anything bad happened. I literally couldn't turn the steering wheel at all","quote_3_odi":"11579204","quote_3_text":"Was driving down the road and lost my power steering, the power steer assist light is going off have absolutely no power steering from all my research this is a well known issue with this year ford fusion but nothing has been done about it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2010-transmission-shifting-failure","label":"Transmission shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":5125,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11608182","quote_1_text":"The transmission fails to shift from first to second and also is shuttering in reverse. It revs the engine and suddenly lurches forward or reverse","quote_2_odi":"11597594","quote_2_text":"My mechanic told to take it in to a few Trans shops to get it checked out to see what they say. Need to replace the entire Trans... Looking at 3500.00 minimum","quote_3_odi":"11571111","quote_3_text":"The transmission has a steady leak and has shifting problems with jerking and revving without moving. When going from reverse to drive it will not move immediately and when it does catch it shifts very hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2010-wheel-stud-breakage","label":"Wheel stud breakage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":5125,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11749185","quote_1_text":"Lug studs keep breaking off while driving","quote_2_odi":"11680875","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the wheel studs on the front passenger’s wheel detached from the wheel","quote_3_odi":"11594314","quote_3_text":"Multiple wheel studs have snapped in half, almost losing my wheel completely. This happened on all 4 wheels","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2011-abs-module-brake-failure","label":"ABS module failure with reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":2783,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11730555","quote_1_text":"2011 abs system module it’s supposed to go back to default and it didn’t and the brakes completely stop working my car didn’t want to start and there’s no light nor abs light no check engine light","quote_2_odi":"11666421","quote_2_text":"There have been only been 3 instances that my ABS has activated in the past 4 years. During all 3 instances of the ABS activating, the ABS motor turned on for less than a second and then the brake pedal went soft and all the way to the floor","quote_3_odi":"11627347","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions after an ABS brake event, the brake pedal will travel all the way to floor with very little braking power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2011-epas-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":151,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2783,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11751213","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden, complete failure of the electronic power steering assist while operating, resulting in a dangerous increase in steering effort and an immediate safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11691664","quote_2_text":"Complete Loss of Electric Power Steering (EPS) Assist. This is a direct recurrence of the Federal Safety Defect under Recall 15S18 (NHTSA 15V-340), creating an immediate crash risk due to high steering effort at low speeds","quote_3_odi":"11553499","quote_3_text":"The power steering frequently stops working while driving the car, making the car very difficult to steer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2011-fuel-tank-crack-leak","label":"Cracked fuel tank with gasoline leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2783,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11679854","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. Additionally, there was an abnormal gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11615872","quote_2_text":"The gas tank has developed a crack towards the top of the tank. This appears to be from the exact same issue that Ford recalled because the \"purge valve\" can cause the pressure to change inside the gas tank","quote_3_odi":"11544693","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the fuel tank was cracked and leaking. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2011-wheel-lug-nut-fracture","label":"Wheel lug nut and stud fracture","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":2783,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11678143","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the front driver's side wheel lug nuts fractured, causing the wheel to detach and the vehicle to shudder","quote_2_odi":"11594988","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while changing the driver's side front tire, three of the wheel studs fractured","quote_3_odi":"11552835","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that on five separate occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle began shaking uncontrollably","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2012-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Sudden loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11747366","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality and almost caused a crash. The message \"Service Power Steering Now\" was displayed. The contact was able to drive to the destination","quote_2_odi":"11751442","quote_2_text":"No check engine, light or anything lost my electronic steering capabilities I’m going down the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2012-soft-or-ineffective-brakes","label":"Soft or ineffective brake pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11755210","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal was soft and spongy","quote_2_odi":"11746316","quote_2_text":"Brake system. Pedal is soft and braking force to stop is reduced. Yes, at first they thought it was the brake booster, and know thinking it is the master cylinder, now they aren't even sure what it might be. Ford dealership techs. No, pedal was \"squishy\" when braking","quote_3_odi":"11747816","quote_3_text":"My car does not always respond when the brakes are tapped. They are soft/squishy at times and I have to push the pedal all the way to the floor for the car to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2012-steering-recall-coverage-denied","label":"Steering recall or warranty coverage denied by dealer","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11757574","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced loss of power steering so it was hard to steer.When I called a ford dealership I was told my vehicle didn’t qualify for any power steering recalls so I would have to pay full price which is unaffordable","quote_2_odi":"11584542","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control and advanced traction warning lights illuminated. In addition, the steering wheel was difficult to turn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure while reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11716481","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera intermittently works. Blackout when reversing. Car is in reverse camera starts then stops","quote_2_odi":"11695285","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera image was blank. While reversing, the camera suddenly became inoperable. There was no alert or beeping to warn the driver of an approaching pedestrian when the camera became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11729166","quote_1_text":"Brakes went out while driving. Brake fluid reservoir is full","quote_2_odi":"11748680","quote_2_text":"While driving home from work. I heard a pop and seen smoke coming from my tire. I pulled over and seen fire behind the wheel. After looking it over the emergency parking brake motor that attaches to the brake caliper was blown apart. The pistons in the caliper pushed so hard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-coolant-intrusion-head-gasket","label":"Coolant intrusion and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11758036","quote_1_text":"Vehicle blew upper radiator hose due to blown head gasket. Vehicle has trouble starting and releases grey blue smoke via exhaust at all times. Has not been looked at by anyone other than an odot employee and myself. Hose was replaced but issues continue. Vehicle engine light","quote_2_odi":"11753980","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V551000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-eps-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11727871","quote_1_text":"Power steering / power steering assist failure. Complete loss of power steering","quote_2_odi":"11713742","quote_2_text":"I had multiple electric power steering failures. the first in 2022, and the second in June of 2023. In 2023 we did a complete replacement that cost over $3000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel system leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11618949","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while entering the vehicle to start the vehicle, the contact smelled the odor of gasoline. The contact checked the vehicle underneath the gas tank and observed that the tank was soaked by gasoline. The contact had not taken","quote_2_odi":"11568649","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was a fuel odor entering the vehicle. The vehicle was then driven home where there was a noticeable puddle of fuel coming from the fuel gasket. The vehicle was later driven to the local dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-steering-wheel-looseness","label":"Steering wheel looseness or wobble","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11670159","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel felt loose and was wobbling abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2013-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift harshness and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1953,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11749396","quote_1_text":"Vehicle transmission shifts harshly from 2nd to 3rd gear and occasionally from 1st to 2nd gear I believe it’s a safety issue because it causes slower acceleration and jerkiness which causes vehicle instability The problem has been reproduced by the dealer but no solution was","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2014-backup-camera-fail","label":"Backup camera malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11749050","quote_1_text":"My backup camera is malfunctioning and Ford denied to fit it through their 15 year extended warranty on backup cameras","quote_2_odi":"11741148","quote_2_text":"Backup camera doesn’t work","quote_3_odi":"11693484","quote_3_text":"The backup camera rarely works, even with replacements","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2014-brake-lights-stay-on","label":"Brake lights remaining illuminated after shutoff","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11750636","quote_1_text":"All brake lights are stuck on after turning the car off","quote_2_odi":"11592081","quote_2_text":"The rear brake and 3rd taillights turn on and won't go off. This presents a danger to other drivers, as they are not able to tell if I am braking or not. The lights won't turn off even after the car is off","quote_3_odi":"11670756","quote_3_text":"I left my car at Ford to do the recalls, they just called me telling me they won’t fix the brake light on because in Florida it doesn’t cover the repair, something about the humidity here","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2014-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11693486","quote_1_text":"Coolant intrusion from a defective engine block","quote_2_odi":"11597553","quote_2_text":"Coolant intrusion - engine needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11737935","quote_3_text":"coolant leaking into engine * sudden engine failure risk * overheating * loss of power * expensive engine replacement from known defect 2014 Ford Fusion EcoBoost is losing coolant internally into the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11683564","quote_1_text":"Went too start the vehicle and power steering/steering at all was at a loss","quote_2_odi":"11650353","quote_2_text":"Electric power steering failed, causing the car to be almost impossible to steer while driving. This is a known issue with these Ford vehicles. Car shows steering failure and stabilitrak warning-these did not come on until the failure","quote_3_odi":"11596156","quote_3_text":"I recently noticed that the bolt that secures the steering wheel to the steering column has become loose. This seems to be the same problem for which a recall was issued but my vehicle wasn't included in the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11690102","quote_1_text":"The transmission failed completely. The vehicle will not engage or shift properly and cannot be driven. The failed transmission is still installed in the vehicle and available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11623107","quote_2_text":"6 speed transmission has major manufacturers flaws","quote_3_odi":"11600168","quote_3_text":"Took the car in for a forced recall it was the bushing on the transmission and now our transmission failed when it had showed no problems. The service department is claiming no fault","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-brake-hose-pedal-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel and front brake hose leakage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11575631","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and attempting to decelerate, with the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to decelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11604643","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, it was discovered that brake fluid was leaking from the front driver’s side wheel well. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the front driver's side brake hose had ruptured, causing the brake fluid leak","quote_3_odi":"11624074","quote_3_text":"My most recent issue happened as I was leaving my job. I depressed the brake to put the car in drive and the brake went down almost to the floor. I hesitantly drove the car to an auto shop near my home and was able to have the brakes serviced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11731821","quote_1_text":"Coolant Intrusion in the Block Led to white smoke coming out of the exhaust thick enough that I couldn't see as I tried to back out of the road","quote_2_odi":"11670666","quote_2_text":"While driving on the hwy, the car started loosing power and just died on the side of the road. He was towed towed to a Ford dealer and was told he was leaking coolant into cylinder #4, which is a KNOWN PROBLEM AT FORD and an active recall for model years 2016-2018","quote_3_odi":"11569002","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was coolant intrusion into the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-door-latch","label":"Door latch failure to keep door closed","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11670453","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front passenger’s side door failed to remain securely closed. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the door latch needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11677138","quote_2_text":"Front passenger door stopped closing on the 10th of July without any warning so I am forced into driving with a partially closed door tied with rope and I see that multiple people have filed a complaint about the same problem","quote_3_odi":"11745456","quote_3_text":"Left rear door latch is not working, door keeps open after trying to closed it. Safety issue is door opens by accident during driving!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11569485","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel locked while driving the vehicle and warning lights immediately came on advising \"Hillstart Assist Not Available\" and \"Service AdvanceTrac\" leaving the vehicle undrivable and in a dangerous position","quote_2_odi":"11571089","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and the steering wheel locked. The message “Steering Locked. Stop Safely” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11654224","quote_3_text":"The vehicle exhibited sudden loss of steering. Broken bolts on steering rack were discovered and vehicle was taken to dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera black or distorted image in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11720276","quote_1_text":"Rear backup camera goes completely blank, shows a reversed imaged, or just an error code. Not part of the large recall in 2025. It should have been","quote_2_odi":"11671631","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that occasionally, while shifted into reverse, the rearview camera failed to properly display the rearview image as intended. The contact stated that the message \"Contact the Dealer\" was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11693657","quote_3_text":"My backup rear camera does not work more than half the time. The screen will go black or just not change at all and it will also say camera unavailable contact dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-shift-cable-bushing","label":"Transmission shift cable bushing detachment","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11667641","quote_1_text":"Upon looking, it would not go in gear at all. The gear shift says that it's in park and the dashboard says it's in neutral. Upon opening the hood and examining, I found that the bushing on the transmission cable was broken","quote_2_odi":"11624772","quote_2_text":"While the contact's brother-in-law was parking the vehicle, the gear shifter was shifted into park(P); however, after exiting the vehicle, the vehicle rolled backward. The contact's brother-in-law enabled the parking brake to stop the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11622309","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after shifting into reverse, the transmission shifter became inoperable, and the transmission could not be shifted into gear. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission shifter cable bushing had failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11589463","quote_1_text":"Took my car to the dealership for an oil change and tire rotation. The technician told me they cannot get the tires off to rotate them because the tire lug nuts were swollen","quote_2_odi":"11591244","quote_2_text":"Took the car in to have a tire replaced and was told the swollen lug nuts prevent them from removing the tire","quote_3_odi":"11622758","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer for a scheduled tire rotation, the contact was informed that the lug nuts were swollen. The contact was informed that the lug nuts needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2015-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission slipping and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1051,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11735779","quote_1_text":"While driving, the car’s acceleration started to slow down an no matter how much I pressed the gas, it wouldn’t go. I was only able to do 5 miles an hour. It was a loud noise like it was reving up, but wasn’t going anywhere. There was no warning lights","quote_2_odi":"11665998","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop, the RPM became elevated, the engine revved up, and there was an abnormally loud clunking or thumping sound before the transmission shifted into gear and the vehicle accelerated","quote_3_odi":"11677755","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine compartment after the vehicle had switched from electric to gasoline. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11753080","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11752423","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a black image with the message “Please See Dealer for Repair\" displayed, causing the vehicle to reverse into the rear of another vehicle that was also reversing","quote_3_odi":"11701166","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the back-over prevention camera would black out intermittently. The failure had become more persistent over time and would fail whenever in reverse. While reversing out of a parking space, the back-over prevention camera displayed a black screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-brake-system-failure","label":"Service brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11707134","quote_1_text":"I pushed on the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. I had just enough braking power to stop the vehicle. The danger is obvious, I had no brakes but I was going slow on local roads","quote_2_odi":"11675595","quote_2_text":"I own a 2016 Ford Fusion and the brake pedal stop bumper disintegrated and fell onto my floorboard. As a result, my brake lights stayed on, draining my battery. When I tried to drive, my car would not accelerate over 20 mph, and I barely made it home safely","quote_3_odi":"11683049","quote_3_text":"My cars brake lights will not turn off and while pressing on the gas to accelerate today 8/26/25, the braking system randomly just slows my cars down while I’m driving. The brake pedal bumper was previously recalled for the Ford Fusion as told to me by Ford mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11748292","quote_1_text":"There are numerous results on a Google search regarding Ford EcoBoost engine coolant intrusion which is the exact issue I'm having but Ford has not recalled the 2016 Fusion nor offered any solution to this dangerous manufacturing defect","quote_2_odi":"11747953","quote_2_text":"My Ford Fusion with the Ecoboost 2.0L 4-cyl engine has the design flaw that has the issue with a coolant to leak into the combustion chamber. Mine is in cylinder #2. The local dealer quoted $10K to replace the engine because it has the design flaw","quote_3_odi":"11701451","quote_3_text":"the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that there was coolant intrusion in cylinder #4. The mechanic informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11711837","quote_1_text":"In 2024, a door latch safety recall repair was completed at an authorized Ford dealership. The same door latch has now failed again, causing the door to not close or latch at all, creating the same safety condition the recall was intended to correct","quote_2_odi":"11711296","quote_2_text":"We had the door latch recall fixed just over a year ago and now our door won't close. The latch is broken again and it needs to be fixed FREE","quote_3_odi":"11675176","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear driver’s side door opened independently. After a visual inspection, the contact observed that the door had failed to latch securely. The door ajar warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11736657","quote_1_text":"A month after the recall repairs were completed, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake warning light was illuminated and blinked, and the steering wheel failed to function as intended","quote_2_odi":"11723912","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Ford Fusion SE had a prior safety recall repair in 2020 involving replacement of the steering wheel retaining/attachment bolt with a longer bolt. The bolt now appears to be loosening again. This seems like a recurrence or failure of the prior recall remedy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2016-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Transmission shifter cable bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11688334","quote_1_text":"the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to shift out of park(P), with the gear shift indicator on the instrument panel indicating that the vehicle was in neutral(N)","quote_2_odi":"11680026","quote_2_text":"Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the transmission shifter cable bushing had detached. The local dealer was contacted and arrived at the residence and replaced the transmission shifter cable bushing and the vehicle was repaired","quote_3_odi":"11676359","quote_3_text":"The shifter cable bushing failed after being replaced under recall 7 years ago. When leaving a parking spot and trying to shift into drive my shift lever started to move freely and my digital PRNDL display was all white letters (usually the selected gear is lit up orange)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel and loss of braking ability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11674695","quote_1_text":"On June 23, 2025, while departing my residence, I disengaged the emergency brake on my vehicle, subsequently hearing an unusual sound. Upon attempting to drive, I experienced diminished braking performance, and the brake warning indicator illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11739491","quote_2_text":"NHTSA recall 23V-162/Ford recall 23S12 Vehicle suffered secondary failure of recall remedy part which caused an immediate loss of braking ability","quote_3_odi":"11650960","quote_3_text":"I was approaching a stop sign at an intersection and began to press on the brake pedal. The pedal traveled all the way to the floor as I was coming yo the stop sign","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into cylinders and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11731651","quote_1_text":"Coolant light and check engine lights kept coming on. The car was diagnosed by the Ford Dealership as Ford TSB 22-2229, which is a design flaw in specific EcoBoost engines, where an \"open deck\" block causes coolant to leak into cylinders 2 and 3, leading to severe engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11675953","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's engine is experiencing coolant intrusion. As such, when starting the car, white and sweet-smelling exhaust exits the exhaust pipe. Furthermore, the coolant reservoir continually runs low;","quote_3_odi":"11673936","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that the engine was faulty due to coolant intrusion, and that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-rear-camera-unavailable","label":"Rear camera image loss when reversing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11717723","quote_1_text":"Rear camera all of a sudden stops working and says \"rear camera not available\", creating unsafe conditions when backing up","quote_2_odi":"11703392","quote_2_text":"Vehicle display more often than not shows \"Rear view camera not available\" or a distorted image when reversing","quote_3_odi":"11729461","quote_3_text":"Rear Backup Camera keeps malfunctioning. The display screen from camera glitches or goes black and eventually it will state that rear camera is not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Shifter cable bushing failure and shift system fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11739535","quote_1_text":"While pulling into my parking garage at work I put my 2017 Ford Fusion into park to open the door and scan my card. When I tried to shift out of park the gear shifter indicated a shifting fault that required service","quote_2_odi":"11675418","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and shifting to drive(D), the message \"Shift System Fault\" was displayed, and the gear shifter erroneously shifted back into park(P)","quote_3_odi":"11692215","quote_3_text":"In 5/2025 I had the transmission light come on my dashboard, then it went away. 2 days later I could not shift my car into drive only reverse or neutral. When I popped the hood the Shifter cable was detached and the bushing was in pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-steering-wheel-and-assist","label":"Steering wheel play, detachment, and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11699017","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loose. The contact was able to rock the steering wheel approximately 3/8 of an inch in either direction. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11718878","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her granddaughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel detached and was left hanging. The driver moved over to the side of the highway","quote_3_odi":"11707501","quote_3_text":"Car warning states “steering assist fault service required” total loss of power steering in the vehicle after sat parked for a week, vehicle started without issue, no warning codes can be found with OBDII scanner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2017-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Torque converter and transmission failure with power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11673387","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine and service warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed torque converter clutch and a failed transmission","quote_2_odi":"11705988","quote_2_text":"Wrench light came on my car while driving 30mph, then the engine light. Had it diagnosed & I am told my car that went to the shop with code p0741 needs a NEW transmission!! 54, 618 miles only","quote_3_odi":"11678750","quote_3_text":"Torque converter is gradually failing. Started at 50,000 miles. No warning lamps, messages","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-backup-camera-blank","label":"Backup camera and center display blank screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11696771","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera displayed a black screen","quote_2_odi":"11713368","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the center digital screen failed to illuminate, and the screen was black while the vehicle was shifted into gear. No warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11694300","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's infotainment/play screen is completely blank and unresponsive. This module controls key systems including climate control, navigation, hands-free calling, and the backup camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":133,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11730085","quote_1_text":"Coolant intrusion in cylinder 1. Confirmed by Suburban Ford of Sterling Heights, MI. Known design flaw. Can potentially cause the engine to seize, misfiring of cylinders, excessive exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11663343","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated and the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact noticed white smoke coming from the exhaust, and the engine was running abnormally rough","quote_3_odi":"11591817","quote_3_text":"Took to dealer today to check for needing constant coolant topoffs and rough idle and check engine light. Dealer diagnosed as coolant intrusion in cylinders and into the engine, asked for full engine replacement (long block) at $7200 + tax bill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-evap-purge-no-start","label":"EVAP purge valve failure and no-start after refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11626746","quote_1_text":"EVAP system leak. Vapor leak causes car to not start after putting gas in the tank. It takes several tries before the car starts up. Engine light stays on which causes car fob not to auto start","quote_2_odi":"11587633","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after refueling, the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact that the failure was due to the canister purge valve","quote_3_odi":"11590156","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the fuel tank made a vibrating sound before the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the contact stated that after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-flex-plate-crack","label":"Cracked engine flex plate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11588808","quote_1_text":"The flex plate is cracked at 87,000 miles and causing the vehicle to make a loud rattling noise near the bottom of the engine toward the back of the transmission. While driving the vehicle it drags while accelerating on turns and gives a hard shift in gears from park","quote_2_odi":"11679360","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after the engine was replaced, there was an abnormally loud banging sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle was taken back to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with a cracked engine flex plate","quote_3_odi":"11600608","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the flex plate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11734771","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH on the highway, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power steering functionality while decelerating. The vehicle jerked, and a driver assistance system warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11642006","quote_2_text":"No power stearing, Steering Gearbox malfunction. Power steering going out while driving is a major safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11640307","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while turning to the left, the steering wheel was seized, and the contact had to use excessive force to turn the steering wheel to the left","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Shifter cable bushing failure and shift system fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11677650","quote_1_text":"Shifter cable bushing degraded and fell off. Causing a condition where the car could not be shifted into or out of gear, and car applied park brake as a safety precaution and could not be disabled until the shifter was manually put back into park by mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11652221","quote_2_text":"While maneuvering in parking lot car would not shift from Reverse to Drive after backing out of parking place, error on dash stated shift module failure. Tow truck driver manually engaged shifter to drive, too car to Freeman Ford","quote_3_odi":"11621530","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after her son had placed the vehicle into reverse(R), the vehicle failed to respond when shifted into drive(D). The contact stated that the WRENCH (Transmission) warning symbol appeared on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"fusion-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission harsh shift and internal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":434,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11622625","quote_1_text":"The vehicle started jerking violently out of nowhere while being driven only 35 MPH. It immediately became unsafe and unable to be driven without any warning whatsoever. No lights on the dash or anything leading up to this issue","quote_2_odi":"11612244","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond, jerked, and experienced hard shifts while responding. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while driving","quote_3_odi":"11633919","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle hesitated, and the transmission failed to shift into third gear. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera blank or blue screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11686414","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera when in reverse shows a blank screen. When switched to park or drive, a message appears on the screen that says camera unavailable with a warning sign","quote_2_odi":"11695006","quote_2_text":"The rear view camera operates intermittently. Sometimes it works fine, other times the picture is blank or is extremely blurry with horizontal lines through it or the screen just displays snow","quote_3_odi":"11735190","quote_3_text":"Very frequently, the rear view camera will stop working, glitch and go black. Then give the message, camera is unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751983","quote_1_text":"Bought my car in 2019. Was unaware of coolant intrusion problem on my vehicle. Check engine light came on and mechanic just quoted me $13,000 to fix","quote_2_odi":"11747790","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Ford Fusion 2.0L EcoBoost (89,000 miles) experienced a sudden, severe engine malfunction due to a known manufacturing defect. The vehicle exhibited severe engine shuddering and a harsh cold-start misfire upon ignition","quote_3_odi":"11706010","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has a known Ford 2.0L EcoBoost coolant intrusion / head gasket defect per multiple complaints on different forums on recently googled searches","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-flexplate-failure","label":"Flexplate cracking near bell housing","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11628258","quote_1_text":"Flex plate cracked at 84000 miles. It is currently at a Ford dealership being repaired at my expense. The car exhibited a rattling noise at idle near the bell housing","quote_2_odi":"11726090","quote_2_text":"This 2019 Ford Fusion (2.0L EcoBoost, 6F35 transmission) has had THREE identical flexplate/flywheel failures (GSAR code 6375), each diagnosed by a different Ford-authorized dealer","quote_3_odi":"11581175","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the flex plate needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-phev-battery-recall-charging","label":"PHEV battery recall disabling vehicle charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11745707","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that after receiving notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); that the parts were available, the local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were still not available","quote_2_odi":"11631314","quote_2_text":"The Hybrid system/battery caught fire. The vehicle is with the Insurance company Allstate, I believe should be available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11589665","quote_3_text":"I was notified in July of 2023 of a recall on the battery energy recall module for this vehicle. I purchased this vehicle to charge and have a gas backup","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Transmission shifter cable bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735930","quote_1_text":"transmission cable bushing failed. I see there is a recall for older models. The shift cable came off the transmission just like the recall problem had","quote_2_odi":"11601495","quote_2_text":"Shifter cable bushing fell out causing the vehicle to not go into park. Vehicle rolled into a garage door","quote_3_odi":"11625347","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting the gear selector into the drive position the vehicle shifted back into park on its own. After which a warning message displayed reading \"Transmission shifter fault.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2019-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission and torque converter loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11631471","quote_1_text":"The contact's son-in-law owns a 2019 Ford Fusion. The contact stated while the driver was driving at approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The driver was able to coast to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11684864","quote_2_text":"I purchased my car at 36, 380 miles and at 51,380 my torque converter has failed.Shift solenoid b stuck on. My warranty has expired in February. My car was well taken care of and should not have been damaged. Ford needs to fix this issue immediately. This is unacceptable","quote_3_odi":"11694318","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a serious safety defect involving the transmission system of my Ford Fusion, specifically related to the valve body and torque converter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain requiring repeated jump-starts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11453751","quote_1_text":"Dead battery again; this is a major concern on this particular fleet car that we have. Dealer had car towed in. I told them to check the connections","quote_2_odi":"11395770","quote_2_text":"BATTERY DRAINS VERY QUICKLY AND NEEDS TO BE JUMP-STARTED REPEATEDLY, WHICH HAS RISKS TO SAFETY AND EQUIPMENT. THIS IS A FLEET VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11505193","quote_3_text":"According to dealership, the 12-volt, 7 year battery passes all testing and has a \"Good\" (best) rating (battery is only 3 years old)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-control-arm-failure","label":"Lower control arm and ball joint failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734895","quote_1_text":"The front left lower control arm (driver's side) snapped off (broke) while turning a corner. There was no reason for the breakage other than turning","quote_2_odi":"11732267","quote_2_text":"While turning into a parking lot the lower control arm snapped (broke in half, approximately). The picture I sent is of a front lower control arm, however it is not a picture of the actual control arm that broke","quote_3_odi":"11673586","quote_3_text":"The ball joint broke off while driving and the car only has 44,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-coolant-intrusion","label":"EcoBoost coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733486","quote_1_text":"2020 Ford Fusion 1.5L EcoBoost engine completely failed. Ford dealership diagnosed need for complete engine and turbo replacement at $13,475. Believed to be related to known EcoBoost coolant intrusion defect","quote_2_odi":"11677234","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11666086","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that the vehicle was started, there was a large amount of white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe, with the engine sputtering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-flex-plate-crack","label":"Flex plate cracking and flywheel failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11667817","quote_1_text":"The flexplate in my 2020 Ford Fusion SE (1.5L EcoBoost engine) failed at just over 53,000 miles. The car began making loud knocking and rattling noises while driving, and it vibrated heavily at idle and during acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11554830","quote_2_text":"Failure of the Flywheel. It’s broken in pieces according to the dealership at greenway Ford. Did some searching on line and other people have report the same issues","quote_3_odi":"11640622","quote_3_text":"Began to hear loud rattling noise under hood. Brought to Ford dealer who determined the cause is a failed Flex Plate. Car is operable but was warned this could result in catastrophic failure of the transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-hv-battery-fire","label":"High-voltage battery pack fire (PHEV recall 23V440)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11717716","quote_1_text":"The incident occurred immediately after shifting the vehicle into reverse and starting to move. The engine suddenly shut down with a 'System Performance' alert, and cooling fans engaged at maximum speed","quote_2_odi":"11725471","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a life-threatening incident involving my 2020 Ford Fusion PHEV. On December 5, 2025, while my wife was driving on a public street, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete engine failure followed by smoke and fire originating from the high-voltage battery pack","quote_3_odi":"11680697","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V440000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-infotainment-lockup","label":"Touchscreen and backup camera display lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11359886","quote_1_text":"THE TOUCHSCREEN DISPLAY IS NOT WORKING. IT TURNED COMPLETELY BLACK. I CAN CHANGE THE VOLUME USING THE DIALS, BUT I CANNOT CHANGE THE RADIO STATION. IT ALSO WILL NOT SHOW MY BACK UP CAMERA. I SHUT OFF MY CAR AND TURNED IT BACK ON AND IT IS STILL NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11530920","quote_2_text":"Issues with Ford Sync Infotainment system have been occurring for over a year now, with the latest being on May 25th","quote_3_odi":"11328319","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD FUSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACKUP CAMERA REMAINED ON WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Fusion","model_slug":"fusion","cluster_id":"ford-fusion-2020-shift-linkage-lockup","label":"Shift linkage bushing failure locks transmission in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11696130","quote_1_text":"During a road trip, received an error message indicating \"SHIFT SYS FAULT\" after the vehicle would not shift out of park. Upon inspecting the vehicle, it was noticed that the transmission linkage cable bushing was missing","quote_2_odi":"11570486","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Fusion. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the gear was shifted, and the vehicle reverted to park","quote_3_odi":"11722936","quote_3_text":"Shifter Cable broke in multiple vehicles of the same year make and model in our fleet of vehicles within a short amount of time. Car would not change gears properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/fusion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-12v-battery-stranding","label":"12V battery failure leaving vehicle stranded","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11709634","quote_1_text":"After a little over 3 years, my truck has had issues maintaining its 12v battery putting me at risk of being stranded. The battery was replaced once under warranty. Now that I am out of warranty, the replacement battery is now going bad.","quote_2_odi":"11636944","quote_2_text":"The vehicle constantly goes into deep sleep mode and will not start. Battery was tested good at the dealer but would die after 2 hours of sitting. Battery was replaced with an AGM and still has the same issues. Dealer cant find an issue. Happened again today and left me stranded.","quote_3_odi":"11501985","quote_3_text":"I know there are issues with the Hybrid versions, but this one is not a hybrid. I have had the battery die 4 separate times resulting in me being stranded due to no fault of my own. This Ford Maverick was purchased through the Military Auto Sales at Ramstein AB Germany. It is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-backup-camera-freeze","label":"Back-up camera freeze and recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11468716","quote_1_text":"The backup camera has been freezing off and on since buying the truck. When backing up, the camera will lag and then jump to the current picture the camera is showing. Earlier today, while backing up towards my trailer, the camera lagged causing me to run into the trailer.…","quote_2_odi":"11639627","quote_2_text":"This is possibly more information regarding the known back-up camera recall NHTSA 24V684. After backing out of a parking space 1/26/2025, the camera froze (not the first time) and this time a message appeared in the upper left corner that read: \"Indexing Nexus\". I have also had…","quote_3_odi":"11624932","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V684000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image was frozen. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-cv-axle-vibration","label":"CV axle/half-shaft failure and vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11740369","quote_1_text":"Ford has 25N09 addressing the axles for the 2022 Ford Mavericks built later in the 2021 year, but mine was built in September of 21. I have axle issues as well, and this is the first vehicle I've ever had that's this new and has clunking in the CV axles. Mine clunks loudly, and…","quote_2_odi":"11647390","quote_2_text":"My truck's CV axles broke around 20,000 miles. Replacement parts weren't available. This was a safety issue because I expected a new truck with low mileage to be reliable. If I wasn't technically inclined, I might not have understood the danger. The dealership replaced them…","quote_3_odi":"11591381","quote_3_text":"My vehicle sits at about 26k miles currently. I experienced extreme shaking coming from under the vehicle under acceleration. The issue happened while going up a hill with my whole family. I had to pull over to inspect the issue as it felt like a wheel was coming off. Upon…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-door-check-arm-weld","label":"Front door check-arm spot weld failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11723780","quote_1_text":"Driver side door limiter welds broke loose. Ford said they had to replace the entire door and it was not covered by warranty. The dealer said that this happened to a bunch of Ford Escapes, but they did not have a recall for the Maverick yet.","quote_2_odi":"11697075","quote_2_text":"Door check has failed in the frame. The spot welds have broken in similar fashion to the Ford Customer Satisfaction Program 23B56 on the Escapes. There are popping noises, creaking, alignment issues, and prevents the window from rolling down.","quote_3_odi":"11676224","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while opening the front driver's side door, there was an abnormally loud creaking sound coming from the door. The contact stated that the sound became louder over time. There were fractures around the door frame,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-rear-brake-rotor-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11605064","quote_1_text":"The rear brakes and rotors have prematurely worn out at only 28k miles, while the front brakes are like new. There is no way for me or any local repair shop to put it into brake service mode. The official Ford procedure does not work. NHTSA issued SSM 51217 acknowledging the…","quote_2_odi":"11532443","quote_2_text":"I have a 2022 Ford Maverick, 2.0 ecoboost engine, awd. I have been having brake problems since the beginning. The problem is the front brakes do not back out enough to leave a proper air gap between the brake pad and rotor when deactivating the service mode. Therefore the pads…","quote_3_odi":"11505935","quote_3_text":"(there is a brake system malfunction. When braking sometimes the brakes would skip and I could feel the brakes not grabbing the rotors the way they should. the problem has not been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer because the dealership could not figure out what was causing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of drive power or vehicle shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11720345","quote_1_text":"When driving at normal speed, my truck completely shut down with no warning. The instrument panel went dark and the engine shut off. I do not believe I was able to steer, though I think the brakes allowed me to slow the vehicle to a stop. I was near an intersection, so I was…","quote_2_odi":"11683189","quote_2_text":"I was at a stoplight, when the light turned green I went to press the gas and the whole car lost power and died. The car stalled and would not turn over again. The vehicle had power but would not start the engine. All the alerts were flashing on the dash and the car would not…","quote_3_odi":"11546211","quote_3_text":"I was driving back home from errands and during a stop, the entire car suddenly powered off and became unresponsive. I couldn’t even flash my hazards and was stuck in the middle of a busy intersection. Also couldn’t put it in neutral since the gear shifter is electronically…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11733606","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started experiencing loss of power while driving on the highway. After having it towed to the local Ford dealership, we were informed that our transmission was shot and needed to be replaced. The vehicle had 62k miles on and no dash light warning and no ford pass…","quote_2_odi":"11636047","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Maverick. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly shifted out of drive. The contact pulled over; however, the transmission failed to shift to park(P). The contact activated the parking brake and…","quote_3_odi":"11481721","quote_3_text":"Transmission Failure. Following a 550 mile road trip over two days. The transmission would fail to engage in Drive and Reverse until the engine was throttled to 4000-4500RPM. Transmission felt like a Manual with failing clutch, would slip until slowly engaging after running at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2022-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion and mold in passenger footwell","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11687288","quote_1_text":"HVAC evaporator drain is broken/cracked/clogged at firewall forcing water that should drain to outside of vehicle under the passenger side rubber floor mats, making it unknown to driver for months that this is happening and by the fuse box creating mold, mildew, and electrical…","quote_2_odi":"11597824","quote_2_text":"In October 2023, we took our 2022 Ford Maverick to a local Ford dealership for a front airbag recall. However, after we picked up our Maverick and we got home we noticed a deep scratch across the top of the dash and the tool from the technician in the console. We contacted the…","quote_3_odi":"11596012","quote_3_text":"In early April 2023 I opened my driver’s side door and the inside of my 2022 Ford Maverick was wet from the headliner down to the carpets. There WAS condensation throughout the interior of the vehicle even though the Repair Order stated there was none. The inside of the vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-12v-battery-deep-sleep","label":"12V battery deep sleep and discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11652220","quote_1_text":"12 volt battery does not recharge properly. Vehicle is always in deep sleep mode.","quote_2_odi":"11652195","quote_2_text":"Since new in Sept 2023 this vehicle has suffered from consistent charging problems with the 12 volt battery, it sends \"deep sleep\" warnings to the Ford App and disables certain safety features. Charging the battery only restores functionality temporarily, driving the car ends up…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-backup-camera-freeze","label":"Rearview camera image freeze in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11645552","quote_1_text":"My backup camera freezes while in reverse, which makes it difficult to gauge my surroundings accurately and has almost caused an accident a number of times now.","quote_2_odi":"11643901","quote_2_text":"Camera freezes when I'm in reverse. Backed up in to a telephone pole last year and had several thousand dollars in damage. Paid the deductible, my rates went up and my cars value went down. Was backing out of parking space yesterday and almost hit a small child when it froze…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-cv-axle-vibration","label":"CV axle failure causing acceleration vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11740902","quote_1_text":"When throttling or under load, significant vibration of the car. Possibly CV axle problem.","quote_2_odi":"11652687","quote_2_text":"Bad CV axles causing vibration while accelerating.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-door-hinge-weld-failure","label":"Driver door hinge and spot weld failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11716241","quote_1_text":"Drivers door became hard to open and close. Found driver front door stop damaged / welds broken and separated from door interior.","quote_2_odi":"11736106","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 FORD Maverick. The contact stated he noticed a odd sound from the driver side door when closing and opening, the winch on the driver side door is loose and scraping the inside of the door frame. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-low-speed-brake-grab","label":"Low-speed brake grab and lunge","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11581396","quote_1_text":"Brakes surge shortly after startup causing vehicle to lunge forward multiple times when at a stop. Has happened multiple times since getting vehicle new with less than 4500 miles. No warning lights has not been inspected by dealership but many other people have mentioned this…","quote_2_odi":"11581904","quote_2_text":"The brake system in Hybrid model Ford Mavericks is unreliable and inconsistent in the way it applies the brakes at slow speeds, causing the driver to over or under apply the brakes and making the vehicle unsafe and unpredictable. My 2023 model braked normally for the first 6…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-powertrain-limp-mode","label":"Powertrain limp mode matching recall 24V267","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11592968","quote_1_text":"Vehicle looses power while driving. Vehicle bogs down and won’t accelerate. Wrench warning light comes on. Exact description of recall release with NHTSA campaign number: 24V267. Ford’s number for this recall is 24S24.","quote_2_odi":"11586472","quote_2_text":"I was on a freeway cruising around 85 mph when all of a sudden my truck lost power and went into limp mode. I had 3 dash warnings about powertrain malfunction, front end collision being unavailable, and something about engaging gear at low speeds. This has happened once before.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2023-steering-column-fault","label":"Steering column fault causing steering seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11673787","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Maverick. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and upon attempting to make a left turn, the steering wheel seized with the “Power Steering Assist Fault” message displayed. The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road.…","quote_2_odi":"11673144","quote_2_text":"I purchased the 2023 ford maverick xlt with about 12,000 miles in may, right from the start I started having problems with the steering freezing up, almost hit a wall exiting the freeway, a few times it happened close to my house, it happens without warning, the warning…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-12v-battery-drain","label":"12V battery discharge and battery saver mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11713834","quote_1_text":"Vehicle keeps going into \"Battery Saver Mode\" and having 12-volt battery not maintaining charge. When the battery gets low, the vehicle beings having various electrical system glitches and drivability issues…","quote_2_odi":"11703152","quote_2_text":"Battery is constantly dead and truck loses power. Goes into BATTERY SAVER MODE. Had the battery replaced twice by Ford. Many other owners report the same problem.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-brake-assist-loss","label":"Loss of brake power assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11667932","quote_1_text":"6-18-25, driving at 20 mph in my neighborhood, applied brakes and pedal sank to the floor with no pressure. Pumped approximately six times with no pressure. On the last pump, I got severe juddering through the truck ( felt similar to an ABS activation)…","quote_2_odi":"11712661","quote_2_text":"my daughter rear-ended another driver as she was entering a turn lane. Moments prior to the accident, she described what sounds like a brake booster failure. There was no indication the AEB system activated and only the airbag at her feet deployed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-cv-axle-vibration","label":"Front CV axle failure with vibration under acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11707036","quote_1_text":"Front CV axles began failing at around 20,000 miles. The truck shakes when accelerating at all speeds but especially at 40-50mph or under load.","quote_2_odi":"11688983","quote_2_text":"The vehicle began wobbling when accelerating, but no warning lights came on. Self inspection found the CV boot was leaking grease. The dealership confirmed damage to the CV joint and required replacement of the front axle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11724339","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the vehicle stopped like it was in neutral. I started rolling backwards into a vehicle. He honked and I slammed on breaks. I put flashers on. Waited a bit. Turned off and on and it started. I drove home and called service dept","quote_2_odi":"11701717","quote_2_text":"Wife was traveling from work to home when vehicle shut down in the middle of the roadway. Vehicle locked transmission into park. Tow truck driver nor Ford representatives via customer care could provide a means to release the parked truck…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-rearview-camera-freeze","label":"Rear-view camera freezing and recall repair delays","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11656326","quote_1_text":"My reverse camera was having intermittent issues consistent with the recall notice where it would freeze and not show a true representation of what was behind the vehicle while in reverse. I had the recall repair work done by my local dealer for the reverse camera…","quote_2_odi":"11628423","quote_2_text":"There is a no sale recall on the back up camera due to freezing but we were sold the vehicle by Freeway Ford in Bloomington, MN. Due to the backup camera freezing there is inability to see directly behind the vehicle only through side mirrors and rear view mirror…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield stress cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11745656","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked while parked in the sun.","quote_2_odi":"11709428","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was exposed to extreme cold (11°)for the first time since ownership. When getting into the vehicle and starting to move the windshield suffered a \"Stress Fracture\". Impeeding the drivers vision. This stress fracture was confirmed by a independent glass shop.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-audio-speaker-fire","label":"Audio speaker electrical burning, smoke, and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08-24 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739451","quote_1_text":"On 5/21/26 this happened once again, turning vehicle off didn’t work. The static sound stayed playing even after the truck was turned off completely. I proceeded on my route to my destination when I smelled electrical burning smell, suddenly the front left driver","quote_2_odi":"11756848","quote_2_text":"*** VEHICLE FIRE RISK *** Drivers dash tweeter started smoking and the dash became hot to the touch near the windshield.  Smelled something electrical burning.  Smoke stain on LWR LH windshield corner.  Removed key.  Exited vehicle and heard static from drivers door","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-brake-system-failures","label":"Service brake loss and unexpected vehicle movement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08-20 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690294","quote_1_text":"In the first week with only 107 miles, the brakes failed 3 times at very low speeds. Once while backing out and no brakes at all. 2 days later while turning a corner in a parking light they totally failed and I just missed hitting a car","quote_2_odi":"11737936","quote_2_text":"Pressed brake pedal and vehicle did not stop. Then vehicle came to an abrupt stop after brakes floored for several seconds. Felt like the brakes locked up. Display flashed E-Brake","quote_3_odi":"11756013","quote_3_text":"I bought the vehicle new and after 15,000 miles my electric brake booster is making a noise when I depress the brake pedal. I am concerned the internal mechanism will fail and I will lose the brake booster","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-electric-power-steering-fault","label":"Electric power steering fault and loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-29 → 2026-02-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714167","quote_1_text":"Got a warning chime and light that said electric steering fault. Power steering failed completely reverting to manual non power steering making it very hard to steer vehicle.  This has happened twice, once at about 1200 miles and again at about 4800 miles","quote_2_odi":"11641826","quote_2_text":"Purchased vehicle new and after 3 days the power steering became inoperable as well as traction control , hillstart assist and showed that the fowrad camers was in default","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-forward-collision-unavailable","label":"Forward collision avoidance system unavailability","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-08-09 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699266","quote_1_text":"Precollision assist became unavailable twice while driving during my first few days of driving","quote_2_odi":"11700636","quote_2_text":"Pre-collision system became unavailable. System reported camera obstruction, but windshield was clear. Similar to issues in August 2025. August issue was temporary fixed via software update and reset at dealership","quote_3_odi":"11679852","quote_3_text":"When I first bought the vehicle the \"pre-collision assist not available\" light on the dashboard was on from the factory.  Service did something and got rid of it.  However, it still comes on and off intermittently every now and then","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-hybrid-power-loss-shutdown","label":"Hybrid drivetrain power loss and Stop Safely Now alert","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08-09 → 2026-06-25","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679536","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] I was driving on the freeway when a high voltage sign and the message \"Pull off road when safe\" lit up the dashboard.  The engine lost all power and I was able to coast to a stop on the shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11746575","quote_2_text":"A year ago while driving on the interstate, my Ford Maverick suddenly threw a \"Stop Safely Now\" alert. I was able to turn the ignition off and back on to safely exit the highway","quote_3_odi":"11705804","quote_3_text":"Shortly after purchase, my 2025 Ford Maverick Hybrid AWD experienced a sudden and severe electrical burning or melting odor while driving at freeway speed (approximately 75 mph). The odor was extremely strong and clearly coming from my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-suspension-loss-of-control","label":"Suspension failure and loss of vehicle control","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-08 → 2026-06-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742701","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver and her son loss control of the vehicle causing the front passenger side corner of the vehicle to crash into another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11742730","quote_2_text":"The car has extreme vibration almost like speed wobbles when accelerating.  Difficult to steer particularly if accelerating to change lanes.  Appears the cv axles /  have gone bad","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Maverick","model_slug":"maverick","cluster_id":"maverick-2025-water-intrusion-cowl","label":"Water intrusion into passenger cabin via cowl","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05-21 → 2026-03-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662717","quote_1_text":"Water leak/intrusion into the passengers side of the vehicle during a rain storm. The leak allows water to enter the car interior which causes mold to grow in the carpet. Also the area where the water enters is directly above the main fuse panel for the car","quote_2_odi":"11728937","quote_2_text":"The passenger side floor is soaking wet every time it rains. Google says this is a defect with the windshield cowl, which other owners say is a common problem.   Our safety is at risk with potential for mold, rust, and water intrusion into the electrical system","quote_3_odi":"11663470","quote_3_text":"During heavy rain the HVAC system can fill with water to the point it leaks on the passenger floor.  The cabin air filter is full of water and high humidity air is blown from the vents.  This results in diminished defrost performance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/maverick","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2010-hood-paint-bubbling","label":"Hood paint bubbling and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10887408","quote_1_text":"PAINT ON HOOD IS RUSTING AND PAINT PEALING","quote_2_odi":"10971374","quote_2_text":"2010 FORD MUSTANG. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO CONCERNS WITH PAINT BUBBLING ON HOOD OF VEHICLE. *LD *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2010-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11337256","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER STOPPING AT A STOP SIGN, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED ACTIVATED THE PARKING BRAKE UP AND SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF","quote_2_odi":"10819526","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE AUTOMATIC TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":163,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11052658","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WAS RECALLED COUPLE OF YEARS AGO BUT FORD IS YET TO PROVIDE A RECOMMENDATION TO REPLACE THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11063568","quote_2_text":"I HAVE TRIED TO GET AIRBAGS REPLACED DUE TO THE SAFETY RECALL NOTICE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE IS STILL NOT AVAIL. HELP I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR AT LEAST A YEAR OR TWO, I DON'T WANT TO HAVE IT EXPLODE","quote_3_odi":"10871332","quote_3_text":"ITS BEEN A YEAR AND NO FIX!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2010-throttle-body-wrench-light","label":"Throttle body failure with wrench-light limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10913587","quote_1_text":"THE WEEK AFTER GETTING MY AIRBAG REPLACED AT THE FORD DEALERSHIP ON MY 2011 MUSTANG IT BEGAN HAVING A PROBLEM. WHILE DRIVING, WITHOUT WARNING, THE VEHICLE'S WRENCH WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE GOES INTO IDLE MODE","quote_2_odi":"10824479","quote_2_text":"THROTTLE CONTROL.CAR THROTTLE WILL STOP WORKING AT TIMES.HAS STOPED ABOUT 5TIMES. IT DID STOP WORKING @ 55 MPH WITH TRAFFIC BEHIND US.HAD TO PULL OVER BEFORE GETTING HIT.SHUT CAR OFF-RESTART OK FOR ABOUT A WEEK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2011-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering loss, steering angle sensor","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10967970","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE ABS INDEPENDENTLY ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THE ADVANCETRAC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL SYSTEM) INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING ANGLE SENSOR FAILED AND THE","quote_2_odi":"10967975","quote_2_text":"MY ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING HAS FAILED 3 TIMES-THE CAR ENGAGES THE BRAKES WITHOUT WARNING AND PULLS TO ONE SIDE.THEN THE \"SERVICE THE ADVANCE TRAC WARNING LIGHT \"COMES ON. I HAVE READ THAT THERE ARE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUES WITH THESE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING RACK ASSEMBLIES.I AM","quote_3_odi":"11711226","quote_3_text":"Steering angle sensor has malfunctioned, sometimes when i turn the traction and stability control completely turns off, abs randomly activates while im driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2011-hood-paint-bubbling-corrosion","label":"Hood paint bubbling and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10981514","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2011 MUSTANG THAT I KEEP COVERED AND CLEAN ALWAYS. THIS MONTH THE PAINT ON THE FRONT EDGE OF THE HOOD STARTED BUBBLING. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY HAVE KNOWN ABOUT THIS PROBLEM FOR YEARS AND HAVE DONE NOTHING AND WOULD DO NOTHING TO FIX","quote_2_odi":"10938675","quote_2_text":"CORROSION ISSUES UNDER THE PAINT ON THE HOOD OF MY MUSTANG, 18050 MILE, GARAGE KEPT. FORD HAS HAD SO MANY PROBLEMS WITH CORROSION ISSUES UNDER THE PAINT ON SO MANY VEHICLES. SOMEONE NEEDS TO ADDRESS THIS FOR THE CONSUMER. OUT OF WARRANTY IS THE ONLY ANSWER YOU GET FROM FORD. THE","quote_3_odi":"10913598","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A YEAR AND A HALF AGO THE PAINT ON THE HOOD WAS BUBBLING UP SO I WENT TO 2 DEALERSHIPS AND ASKED WHAT CAN BE DONE. BOTH SAID NOTHING. IT HAS TO RUST BEFORE SOMETHING CAN BE DONE. NOW, HALF OF THE FRONT OF THE HOOD'S PAINT HAS BUBBLED UP AND PEELED OFF. THIS CHEAP PAINT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005546","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL STILL HAVEN'T RECEIVED NOTIFICATION THAT THE PASSENGER AIR BAGS CAN BE FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11052896","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, I HAVE BEEN WAITING MORE THAN A YEAR TO HAVE THE AIRBAG REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11055565","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V319000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2011-throttle-body-stall-p2111","label":"Throttle body actuator stuck open causing loss of power","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10914427","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE MOTOR SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TO QUICK PULL OFF THE ROAD, RESTART THE CAR. IT WILL DRIVE BUT AGAIN GET UP TO HIGHWAY SPEED, CAR SHUTS OFF. AFTER ABOUT THE 5TH TIME, FINALLY A CODE COMES ON, P2111 (THROTTLE ACTUATOR CONTROL SYSTEM - STUCK OPEN. VERY","quote_2_odi":"10788529","quote_2_text":"CAR RANDOMLY GOES INTO \"LIMP HOME\" MODE. CODE COULD NOT BE CAUGHT BY DEALER SO I PURCHASED A SCANNER. CODE CAUGHT EVERYTIME IS P2111 REPRESENTING THAT THE THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR IS STUCK OPEN. THIS CAN HAPPEN WITHIN A FEW MILES OF DRIVING OR UP TO 20 MILES. IT CAN HAPPEN AT 5","quote_3_odi":"11488400","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. After turning off and restarting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2011-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failure to engage or shift gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10790516","quote_1_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED AT HIGH RPMS SWITCHING FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO GO IN GEAR ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS.AND ALSO 3RD TO 4TH..DEALER SAYS IT'S COMMON AT TIMES.AFTER MONTHS OF DEALING WITH THIS ISSUES 5TH GEAR IS GRINDING AND IS AT THE DEALER FOR REPAIR AT MY","quote_2_odi":"10955139","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLUTCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE","quote_3_odi":"11097173","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT PROPERLY. HESITATION WHEN UPON INITIAL TAKE OFF AND INCONSISTENT SHIFTING. CAUSES HAZARDOUS CONDITION WHEN YOU EXPECT THE VEHICLE TO GO AND THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT ENGAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2012-epas-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10895567","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER STEERING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. VEHICLE ALSO MADE CLUNKING SOUNDS WHILE TURNING. HAD TO REPLACE EPAS STEERING ASSEMBLY AT MY OWN COST $1656. UNSAFE AND UNPROVEN DESIGN. ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS FOR EPAS ARE MOUNTED LOW SO ROAD GRIME/RAIN PENETRATE INTO THE","quote_2_odi":"11192483","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING RACK FAILED SUDDENLY WHILE IN MOTION WITH NO NOTICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2012-hood-paint-bubbling","label":"Hood paint bubbling from underside corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11365868","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT ON THE HOOD STARTING AT THE SEAM ON THE UNDERSIDE STARTED BUBBLING LIKE IT WAS RUSTING UNDERNEATH AND HAS SPREAD UP & AROUND ON THE TOP OF THE HOOD. THE PAINT IS NOW STARTING TO CRACK AND FALL OFF. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO FORD DEALERSHIP COLLISION CENTER AND TO AN","quote_2_odi":"10864980","quote_2_text":"ON MARCH 27, 2015, I BROUGHT MY MUSTAND TO FORD BECAUSE I DISCOVERED ON THE HOOD OF MY CAR, THAT THE PAINT WAS BUBBLING/COMING APART FROM THE HOOD. ON APRIL 7, 2015, THE FORD DEALER REPAINTED MY HOOD. THEN, I NOTICED AGAIN BUT THIS TIME, IN MORE THAN ONE AREA OF MY HOOD THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2012-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11734459","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2012 Ford Mustang GT currently located in Kuwait. My vehicle has an open Takata airbag safety recall, which is a life-threatening defect. I contacted the authorized Ford dealer in Kuwait and Ford Middle East, but both refused to perform the recall repair,","quote_2_odi":"11209067","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I TOOK MY FORD MUSTANG TO CAPITAL FORD, 4222 OLEANDER DR, WILMINGTON, NC, 28403 ABOUT 2 MONTHS AGO FOR SERVICE. THE SERVICE ADVISOR SAID THEY DID NOT HAVE AIR BAGS FOR PASSENGER SIDE RECALL AND WOULD ORDER ONE AND CALL TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WHEN IT CAME IT. I","quote_3_odi":"11519015","quote_3_text":"driver and passenger airbags were replaced under a recall and now theres a airbag warning light showing up on my dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2012-throttle-response-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle response failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11202665","quote_1_text":"IN 2012 OR 2013 I HAD AN ACCIDENT CAUSED BY UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE MUSTANG RAN INTO THE BACK OF SEMI TRUCK. UNATTENDED ACCELERATION HAPPENED TWICE IN THE SAME DAY AND THE SECOND TIME I COULD NOT GET IT TO BREAK FREE AND STOP UNTIL THE LAST SECOND BUT IT WAS TOO LATE IT HIT","quote_2_odi":"11184993","quote_2_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING ON A PUBLIC HIGHWAY THE THROTTLE WENT STRAIGHT TO REDLINE AND WOULD NOT DECELERATE UNTIL THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND THE MOTOR WAS COMPLETELY SHUT OFF. VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED BY SETTING THE KEY BACK TO RUN AND PLACING THE CLUTCH BACK IN 2ND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2012-unexpected-downshift","label":"Unexpected downshift and gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":469,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11343101","quote_1_text":"THE GETRAG MT-82 MANUAL TRANSMISSION IN MY MUSTANG HAS HAD A HISTORY OF SHIFTS THAT TAKE EXTRA EFFORT, CLUNKY SHIFT ENGAGEMENT, AND A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE FROM THE DRIVETRAIN UNDER THROTTLE APPLICATION, SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE USED 5 YEARS AGO. I HAVE HAD IT LOOKED AT","quote_2_odi":"11492071","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle started to jerk and downshifted. The contact then stated that the speedometer and RPM’s started to fluctuate rapidly. All the warning lights were illuminated. As a result, the","quote_3_odi":"11555474","quote_3_text":"The transmission down shifted to first gear and the rear tires locked up. Skidding on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2013-hood-corrosion","label":"Aluminum hood paint corrosion and bubbling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11234672","quote_1_text":"HOOD PAINT CORROSION. LIKE A LARGE AMOUNT OF OTHER PEOPLE, MY HOOD PAINT IS BUBBLING WITH 87K MILES ON MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11111864","quote_2_text":"CLEAR COAT FINISH ON TRUNK PANEL BEGAN PEELING WHEN CAR 3 1/2 YEARS OLD. ALUMINUM HOOD CORROSION AT ALMOST 5 YEARS OLD PAINT IS BUBBLING AT THE FRONT EDGE OF ALUMINUM HOOD","quote_3_odi":"10895746","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED RUST BUBBLES ON THE EDGE ON MY HOOD WHILE I WAS WAXING AND SEE THAT IT A ISSUE THAT FORD SHOULD BE FIXING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11553138","quote_1_text":"When starting the vehicle when cold, power steering assist fault appears on the gauge cluster. There is no power steering at this point","quote_2_odi":"11373087","quote_2_text":"LOSE ALL POWER STEERING JUST STARTED HAPPENING DURING COLD WEATHER DON'T KNOW IF THAT'S A COINCIDENCE OR NOT","quote_3_odi":"11020977","quote_3_text":"MY MUSTANG HAS THE SAME EXACT SAME PROBLEM WITH THE STEERING AS THE FUSION AND TAURUS WHICH ARE CURRENTLY ON RECALL..... INTERMITTENT POWER STEERING LOSS DUE TO AN INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL CONNECTION IN THE STEERING GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11678859","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 15V319000 (Air Bags) and 19V001000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer declined to perform the recall repairs","quote_2_odi":"11140345","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V046000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11089887","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I LIVE IN FLORIDA WHERE IT IS HOT AND HIGH HUMIDITY. I BOUGHT A USED MUSTANG LAST YEAR WITH NO RECALLS. ALL OF THE SUDDEN NOW THERE IS 2 RECALLS ON BOTH AIR BAGS. THE DRIVER SIDE IS READY BUT NOT THE PASSENGER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2013-throttle-limp-mode","label":"Electronic throttle body failure and limp mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10913715","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY FAILURE CAUSED CAR TO GO INTO \"LIMP HOME MODE\" (5 MPH) WHILE DRIVING FORWARD AT NORMAL SPEED OF 45 MPH IN TRAFFIC ON A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"11052578","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11170726","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE WRENCH ICON ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2013-unexpected-downshift","label":"6R80 transmission unexpected downshift and TCM failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11537607","quote_1_text":"The 2013 Mustang (with 67,071 miles) transmission (6R80) downshifted to 1st gear at highway speeds exactly like the F-150 recall and would also shift out of gear","quote_2_odi":"11267021","quote_2_text":"2013 MUSTANG, 65,700 MILES, WITH 6-SPEED AUTO (6R80) TRANSMISSION WILL SUDDENLY GET STUCK IN 5TH GEAR WHEN STARTING OR WHEN CRUISING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11209314","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE IS DOING THE EXACT SAME THING AS THIS RECALL #19S07 - 6R80 TRANSMISSION UNEXPECTED DOWNSHIFT INTO 1ST GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure or non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11729852","quote_1_text":"My son was driving to school. He was not speeding or any type of reckless driving. He hit an ice patch. His car spun and flew thru the air. The airbag compartment opened but it was defective. All metal shards came flying out of it causing multiple lacerations","quote_2_odi":"10930349","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY, WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A UTILITY POLE","quote_3_odi":"11010485","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL- I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT IN WHICH ANOTHER DRIVER DID AN ILLEGAL UTURN IN FRONT OF ME AND I T-BONED THEM. THE BULK OF THE DAMAGE WAS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED WITH SUCH INTENSITY THAT IT BROKE MY ARM AND DISLOCATED MY ELBOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11754796","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety hazard and a failure by Ford Motor Company to properly remedy the mandatory Takata Airbag Recall. Following the recall repair, a technician reassembly error left the airbag warning light permanently illuminated, meaning my Supplemental Restraint System","quote_2_odi":"11622598","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 15V319000 (Air Bags) and 19V001000 (Air Bags); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"10906013","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL THIS RECALL WAS INITIATED IN MAY OF 2015 WHICH IS NOW 16 MONTHS AGO AND THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE AND NO FIX EXPECTED FOR ANOTHER 3 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11661760","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road and just lost power steering , a message came on and said loss of power steering assist , I pulled o er cut the car off waited a few min then started it back up and it was working again , then about 10 miles down the road it did it again","quote_2_odi":"11241138","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PULL OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE STEERING WHEEL DETACHED FROM THE STEERING COLUMN","quote_3_odi":"11141829","quote_3_text":"WHILE MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN THE STEERING COMPLETELY LOCKED UP. ON MY CONSOLE A MESSAGE STATING THAT I HAD A POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT SHOWED UP. SINCE I COULD NOT TURN THE WHEEL I HAD TO STOP IMMEDIATELY SINCE IT WAS HEADING INTO THE CENTER MEDIAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-powertrain-limp-mode","label":"Unexpected downshift and limp-mode power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11754392","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to a low gear. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated after the first failure","quote_2_odi":"11648136","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at 65 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the instrument cluster was red","quote_3_odi":"10897205","quote_3_text":"ON 8/18/16, I WAS DRIVING ON MARYLAND STATE ROUTE 198, AT ABOUT 40 MPH, WHEN THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH FORWARD, STOP, LURCH FORWARD AS I CAME THROUGH A ROUNDABOUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-traction-control-brake-warning","label":"Traction control warning with unintended brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11315584","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKES ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE VEHICLE SWERVED TO THE LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11003858","quote_2_text":"AT STARTUP, WHILE LEAVING THE NEIGHBORHOOD A DRY CLEAR DAY (NO RAPID ACCELERATION) , EXPERIENCES A LOSS OF POWER. TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON. WHEN BRAKES APPLIED, GRINDING SOUND OCCURS THEN NORMAL DRIVING RESUMES AND LIGHT TURNS OFF","quote_3_odi":"11014661","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS UNDER 7,500 MILES AND A SERVICE ADVANCETRAC WARNING JUST CAME UP ON MY COMMUTE TO WORK THIS MORNING. WAS DRIVING ON A NICE ROAD IN DOWNTOWN RIVERSIDE AND HAD NO IMPACT OR OTHER EVENTS PRIOR TO THE LIGHT TURNING ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2014-water-intrusion-hood-corrosion","label":"Water intrusion in doors or trunk and hood corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":359,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11659027","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, water leaked into the doors. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted. The contact stated that while it was snowing the water in the door would freeze","quote_2_odi":"11180533","quote_2_text":"WATER CLOGGED UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT OF FORD MUSTANG 2014 CONVERTIBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY PARKED IN FRONT OF HOME ALONG THE CURB FOR 15-20 DAYS AND ITS RAINY SEASON IN CALIFORNIA. A PUDDLE IS FORMED ON THE LEFT SIDE UNDER THE DRIVER'S SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11377262","quote_3_text":"ALUMINUM HOOD CORROSION CAUSING PAINT TO BUBBLE AND CRACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-brake-pedal-stop-bumper","label":"Brake pedal stop bumper breakage with reduced power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11590267","quote_1_text":"A plastic clip (\"Brake Pedal Bumper\") broke and fell out of place, causing the brake pedal to no longer reach the brake light switch. The brake lights now remain illuminated permanently, even with the brakes released","quote_2_odi":"11416202","quote_2_text":"A NON-CONDUCTIVE PAD IS INSTALLED BETWEEN THE BRAKE SENSOR SWITCH AND BRAKE ARM. THE PAD BECOMES BRITTLE OVER TIME AND BREAKS ALLOWING THE BRAKE SENSOR TO ENGAGE. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO GO INTO 'LIMP' MODE WHICH CAN OCCUR WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS","quote_3_odi":"11529037","quote_3_text":"The break pedal stop pad broke into small pieces while I was driving today. My car suddenly would not go above 40 and while going up a hill I couldn’t go faster than 20. When I finally got home I realized that my break lights would not turn off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-clutch-pedal-weld","label":"Clutch pedal weld cracking at pivot","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11543299","quote_1_text":"The welds on the top of the clutch pedal at the pivot point were insufficient from the factory and failed. I was having issues operating the clutch and after doing some research found that this is a common issue and was never covered under any factory warranty","quote_2_odi":"11722755","quote_2_text":"After bringing my vehicle to a stop I inspected my clutch pedal and found that it had side to side play resulting from a cracked weld where the clutch pedal was welded to a shaft on the clutch/brake pedal assembly","quote_3_odi":"11605520","quote_3_text":"The weld that connects the clutch pedal bar to the tube it pivots in broke on my 2015 Mustang. This makes the pedal wobbly and can prevent the clutch from being fully depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-door-latch-release","label":"Door unlatching while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11468823","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2015 Ford Mustang 70 mph, my passenger side door opened. I had to reach across to pull it closed and nearly lost control of my vehicle. If I had lost control of my vehicle, other motorists would have been harmed","quote_2_odi":"11433217","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the front driver’s and passenger’s side doors opened inadvertently. The contact slowed down the vehicle and was able to close the front driver’s side door","quote_3_odi":"11527889","quote_3_text":"Passenger door suddenly opens at highway speed (over 70 mph), requiring very dangerous manoeuvres to stop and close it again. This happened 6 times in 4 hours of travel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11492323","quote_1_text":"The contact was able to pull over on the side of the road and noticed oil leaking from underneath the vehicle. The contact checked and saw a hole in the engine block. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, and the contact was informed that the long block needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11556572","quote_2_text":"Coolant leaked into the engine oil, causing damage to the engine. Now the engine may have to be rebuilt or replaced","quote_3_odi":"11535880","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the highway. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-evaporator-core-leak","label":"A/C evaporator core leak with windshield fogging","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11431844","quote_1_text":"AC stopped working, evaporator coil was leaking, it is located under dash so repair requires excessive labor charge","quote_2_odi":"11442607","quote_2_text":"The evaporator assembly has been completely replaced twice. The first time was 6 months after purchase and only 9000 miles on the car. The most recent time this part has went out, 11/23/2021, the cabin filled with smoke while I was driving","quote_3_odi":"11525929","quote_3_text":"The evap core is known be a faulty part on these cars. It makes it unsafe to drive due to visibility from fogged up windows without it working properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-fuel-tank-crack","label":"Fuel tank cracking and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11703290","quote_1_text":"Both technicians found that there is a bit of smoke coming out from the top of the fuel tank due to a small stress crack at the port near the canister vent hose as well as a small crack below fuel pressure sensor tube","quote_2_odi":"11543950","quote_2_text":"The fuel tanked cracked. It was no longer able to hold vacuum. The engine light came on and stayed on","quote_3_odi":"11451209","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, a fuel odor would emit throughout her vehicle as the check engine warning light appeared on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-heated-seat-wiring","label":"Heated and cooled seat wiring harness overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11404278","quote_1_text":"HEATED/COOLED SEAT MODULE SHORTED, BURNED, AND MELTED THE WIRING HARNESS. SEAT FUNCTION IS NO LONGER OPERATIVE","quote_2_odi":"11476598","quote_2_text":"Heated and cooled seats are not sufficiently grounded, causing burnt wiring beneath passenger seat, overcurrent to blower motor","quote_3_odi":"11628683","quote_3_text":"Heated and cooled front seats stopped working. On inspecting the connector plug it is scorched or burned where the ground plug is located","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2015-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":436,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11487597","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was confirmed that parts were unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11456682","quote_2_text":"The backup camera on my 2015 Mustang has been repaired twice and continues to fail to work. The wiring harness for the camera in the trunk lid, was repaired once under warranty and again at my expense. On both occasions it worked briefly and failed","quote_3_odi":"11422934","quote_3_text":"The display will occasionally say the camera is not available, contact dealership. In researching it appears that the wiring to the camera and other associated trunk area lighting can be cut or worn through, creating a defective and potentially dangerous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11716192","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the screen turned blue with a message that the back over prevention camera was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11493956","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the dealer previously performed the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V082000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the failure recurred","quote_3_odi":"11449105","quote_3_text":"Around September of 2021 the backup camera on my 2016 Ford Mustang convertible began to fail to show a viewable image","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-brake-pedal-stop-bumper","label":"Brake pedal stop bumper wear and stuck brake lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752628","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing the same issues as NHTSA 22V-011 where the brake pedal stop bumper had disintegrated, causing continuous brake lights and a potential rollaway risk","quote_2_odi":"11747552","quote_2_text":"Break bumper disintegrated, causing the rear bites to stay on and the automatic transmission to be able to switch from Parker to drive causing the vehicle to be able to roll and possibly crash","quote_3_odi":"11674284","quote_3_text":"The brake sensor position pad sensor deteriorated. Causing the system to read that the brakes were being applied. This makes the Brake lights staying on even when the key is turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-door-unlatch-driving","label":"Door unlatching or opening while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755474","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH with his daughter inside the vehicle, the driver’s and passenger’s side doors opened unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"11540733","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the driver’s side door latch mechanism malfunctioned, causing the door to unintendedly open","quote_3_odi":"11461170","quote_3_text":"The locked doors are randomly unlatching when I hit a bump. It’s happened several times on one side or the other and usually when I’m driving at high speed on the freeway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-ecoboost-coolant-intrusion","label":"EcoBoost engine coolant intrusion and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11709717","quote_1_text":"2016 Ford Mustang 2.3L Ecoboost Engine. Coolant intrusion into the cylinder","quote_2_odi":"11683898","quote_2_text":"Coolant intrusion into the cylinder head. This caused a sudden halt of he vehicle which could have caused an accident and loss of life. The engine coolant overheating temperature warning light came on","quote_3_odi":"11593892","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and the engine seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11706935","quote_1_text":"On 12/06/2025 I filled the vehicle with gasoline. As I was driving home I noticd a strong odor of gasoline. When I arrived home I parked the car in my carport","quote_2_odi":"11646547","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is leaking fuel profusely right next to the passenger side exhaust pipe","quote_3_odi":"11508296","quote_3_text":"Noticed a fuel vapor odor for a couple of weeks. After filling the fuel tank the odor intensified","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-heated-seat-wiring-burn","label":"Heated seat wiring harness melting and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11499090","quote_1_text":"Noticed seat heaters stopped working then noticed a smell coming from passenger seat","quote_2_odi":"11455436","quote_2_text":"I smelled a burning smell when turning on seat heater. Seat heater no longer provides heat, but indicator switch light up as if heater should be on","quote_3_odi":"11581254","quote_3_text":"Heated and cool seats stopped working after a bit of investigating i saw the ground wire for the module under the passenger seat had melted and could cause a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-seat-belt-anchor-recall","label":"Front seat belt anchor and webbing failure under recall","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11605343","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while attempting to buckle the front driver's side seat belt, the seat belt anchor mounted on the floor by the front driver's side door detached","quote_2_odi":"11589761","quote_2_text":"The driver and passenger seatbelts are unusable due to deterioration. The fabric has shredded to the point that they jam in the mechanism and do not extend far enough to be buckled","quote_3_odi":"11605332","quote_3_text":"Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford Mustang vehicles manufactured September 26, 2015, to October 1, 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"ford-mustang-2016-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts preventing tire removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11492280","quote_1_text":"Lug nuts on car have swollen up and tire repair shop said they need to be replaced because if we are to get a flat we wont be able to change tire","quote_2_odi":"11508856","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Mustang GT has swollen lug nuts which must be replaced . This is a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11525047","quote_3_text":"I recently took my vehicle to the local Ford dealer to get the oil changed and tires rotated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-backup-camera-recall","label":"Back-up camera failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688385","quote_1_text":"Backup camera is showing not available on a 2017 ford mustang with no remedies for 8 years","quote_2_odi":"11530532","quote_2_text":"This 2017 Ford Mustang was taken into Gillespie Ford for the RECALL on the rear back up camera. This was done on May 31, 2023. The dealer said they fixed the camera. I have only taken this vehicle out twice since they “fixed” it","quote_3_odi":"11441942","quote_3_text":"REAR CAMERA IS NOT WORKING. I KEEP GETTING A BLUE SCREEN AND THEN A MESSAGE SAYING CAMERA CURRENTLY NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-clutch-transmission-fault","label":"Clutch pedal weld failure and transmission faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648381","quote_1_text":"My 2017 ford mustang gt has 27,000 mile on it. I was driving home from work and just went through a traffic circle and I was in 1gear when I went to shift I could not shift. The clutch blew apart while driving normal and it is the factory clutch","quote_2_odi":"11433753","quote_2_text":"While driving home on the freeway, the weld where the clutch pedal joins the pedal assembly failed. This gave the pedal excessive lateral play and created a situation where I was intermittently unable to disengage the clutch and change gears","quote_3_odi":"11578806","quote_3_text":"6speed manual transmission defect won’t go in 5th ,6th gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-coolant-intrusion-misfire","label":"Coolant intrusion and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737770","quote_1_text":"Head gasket failure, specifically corrosion of the engine block. One day the car just did not start at all, with no clear indication of head gasket failure until compression test was ran","quote_2_odi":"11600629","quote_2_text":"The overheat light came on in the car a 2017 Mustang Ecoboost with only 82,000 miles. Had the car towed to the Greenway Ford dealership in Orlando and they said that there was evidence of coolant in one of the cylinders and the engine needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11418777","quote_3_text":"2017 ecoboost mustang , 31k miles, 17 yr old daughter pulls out of neighborhood going to high school! 1/4 of a mile (4 houses) down she hears a loud boom then car bursts into flames under the hood near firewall or windshield wiper arms","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-door-unlatch-while-driving","label":"Door unlatching and opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11436025","quote_1_text":"The passenger door keeps opening randomly when I am driving. It’s very scary since I have younger kids riding in the passenger","quote_2_odi":"11459307","quote_2_text":"Door would open while driving, warning lamp would then appear \"door ajar\". Happens to both passenger and drivers side. Has happened 48 times, since June 2020. It happens at different speeds, anything from 70 mph, to pulling into a parking stall (2 mph)","quote_3_odi":"11672889","quote_3_text":"While driving 45mph, my passenger door suddenly opened, and I received a notification on my car's dashboard warning me that the door had opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-seatbelt-recall-delay","label":"Seat belt recall repair delays and failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679685","quote_1_text":"Driver's seat belt cable rusted, causing cable to fail under normal operation","quote_2_odi":"11467566","quote_2_text":"This is the issue, It’s Been 9 months waiting for Ford to provide a seat belt so I can drive my car. Is Ford required to provide safety equipment for a car built in 2017 ?","quote_3_odi":"11584503","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while exiting the vehicle, the seat belt anchor detached from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-steering-looseness-failure","label":"Steering wheel looseness and power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608189","quote_1_text":"I was driving at 70mph and the steering wheel locked without any error showing on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11537495","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was loose. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel was hanging off the steering column","quote_3_odi":"11389232","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE. STEERING BECAME STIFF AND WARNING LIGHTS TURNED ON INDICATING THAT THERE WAS A LOSS OF: POWER STEERING, TRACTION CONTROL, AND HILL ASSIST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2017-wiring-fire-seats-trunk","label":"Wiring harness smoke and fire under seats and trunk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752554","quote_1_text":"Was driving, all the sudden I heard a pop and a little bit of smoke and the smell of burning plastic came from under passenger seat","quote_2_odi":"11663557","quote_2_text":"Was driving and the traction control light came on car started shaking, pulled over got out to look and the car was on fire","quote_3_odi":"11396238","quote_3_text":"FOR THE SECOND TIME MY HEATED/COOLED SEATS FAILED. THIS TIME FORD REPLACED THE CONNECTOR WITH AN UPDATED MODULE WITH ADDITIONAL GROUND WIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-10r80-transmission-cdf-drum","label":"10R80 transmission hard shifting and CDF drum failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752476","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Ford Mustang EcoBoost with the 10R80 automatic transmission began experiencing hesitation, delayed engagement, and harsh jerking during low-speed acceleration (15-20 mph), especially when cold","quote_2_odi":"11679886","quote_2_text":"I have a 2018 Mustang GT with the 10R80 transmission. The transmission started giving me problems like slamming and slipping while shifting and sometimes jumping in and out of gear when drinking in the highway","quote_3_odi":"11602736","quote_3_text":"transmission solenoid malfunction (p0757). car came to an abrupt stop in the middle of a speeding boulevard for no external reason at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion into cylinders causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746432","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine sputtered with the check engine warning light illuminated. There was heavy white smoke coming from the tailpipe","quote_2_odi":"11710053","quote_2_text":"Random/multiple misfires and cyl 3 misfire (P0300 and P0303). Mechanic used a borescope and found coolant on the walls; visible coolant intrusion in cylinder 3. Coolant has gotten to low levels. Very rough cold start. Mechanic highly recommends to get the engine replaced","quote_3_odi":"11543587","quote_3_text":"Coolant leaking in 3rd cylinder causing engine misfires. The vehicle has less than 50K miles on it and shouldn't be having these issues. The shop quoted nearly $5,000 to fix. Many other mustang owners are having this same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-door-unlatch-while-driving","label":"Door unlatching and opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11637345","quote_1_text":"Passenger door unlatches and opens on its own at highway speed","quote_2_odi":"11582847","quote_2_text":"Passenger side door is unlatched by itself while driving on highway. It was empty so i am sure it opened itself","quote_3_odi":"11592676","quote_3_text":"An issue occurred with the passenger door latch. The passenger door of my vehicle unlatched to a secondary latching position at a speed of 70 mph, causing wind to rush in around the closed window and the door open indicator light and chime to activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-instrument-cluster-screen-black","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen going black","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11504980","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster remained blank","quote_2_odi":"11430181","quote_2_text":"Purchased a used 2018 Ford Mustang 3 weeks ago, just now able to get it registered, and the entire electronic instrument panel cluster (e.g., speedometer, warning lights, etc.) all went fuzzy for a few minutes and then totally failed","quote_3_odi":"11418470","quote_3_text":"Touchscreen went completely black. Unable to operate radio, temperature control is only available in the buttons below the screen. Tried resetting it, tried unhooking the battery, nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway from Park despite parking brake set","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11104536","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 FORD MUSTANG. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNOCCUPIED AND PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT ROLLED AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11461841","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Mustang. The contact stated when he had parked his vehicle at his residence driveway and returned later, the vehicle had rolled forward 200 feet into a neighboring parking lot","quote_3_odi":"11490045","quote_3_text":"My 2018 Ford Mustang with Automatic Transmisson recently(Sept) started having issues with the gear shift being placed in Park, but the instrument panel is not illuminated in Park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-piston-slap-cylinder-noise","label":"Piston slap and cylinder wall scoring noise at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11192330","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS A LOUD TICKING SOUND ONCE WARMED UP AND AT IDLE. ALSO OCCURS WHEN RPMS ARE BETWEEN 1500-2000. DEALER TOLD ME IT'S THE NEW DIRECT FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11181188","quote_2_text":"AT CERTAIN RPM RANGES THE PISTON CAN BE HEARD SLAPPING THE CYLINDER WALLS, CYLINDER WALL SCORING IS PRESENT AND MAY CAUSE PREMATURE FAILURE OF ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11092220","quote_3_text":"SIGNIFICANT ENGINE RATTLE BETWEEN 2000-2500 RPM UNDER LIGHT LOAD. RATTLE IS LOUDEST IN THIRD GEAR AT 2200 RPM. SERVICE TECHNICIAN DUPLICATED THE ENGINE RATTLE AND FOUND DAMAGE TO CYLINDERS 5-8 AND SUBMITTED HIS REPORT ALONG WITH PHOTOS TO FORD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2018-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under recall 25V572000","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726770","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Mustang. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the dealer inspected the rear-view camera, and the camera was found to be functional","quote_2_odi":"11705443","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11657679","quote_3_text":"Backup camera fails frequently. Screen turns blue and error message of backup camera not available is displayed on the screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11726499","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera on my 2019 Ford Mustang intermittently stops working. At times the screen shows a blue screen or displays a “backup camera not available” message","quote_2_odi":"11556936","quote_2_text":"The backup camera often is not available, or the screen is badly distorted, cuts in and out, or image looks like ghost","quote_3_odi":"11521387","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is having issues. Fuzzy picture and occasionally says unavailable on display","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11729810","quote_1_text":"Description of the Defect: My 2019 Ford Mustang EcoBoost experienced a premature engine failure caused by internal coolant intrusion, resulting in the need for complete engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11744908","quote_2_text":"Coolant intrusion. This particular motor has caused NUMEROUS issues with 2019 & older Ford models, specifically with the 2.3L Ecoboost engines","quote_3_odi":"11702019","quote_3_text":"Ford's 2.3L EcoBoost engine defect that causes coolant to leak into the cylinders, leading to engine failures and potential fire risks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-door-latch-unlatch","label":"Door latch unlatching while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11715874","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the passenger’s and driver’s side door latches unlocked while driving approximately 70 - 75 MPH, and the doors became slightly opened","quote_2_odi":"11677172","quote_2_text":"My door pops open while driving. You can hear it and the dash lights up that the door is ajar. Have to pull over and open and close the door","quote_3_odi":"11372983","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE DOOR WILL UNLATCH AND OPEN WHILE DRIVING, THE DIGITAL ALERT WILL COME ON AND SAY DOOR AJAR. SEEMS TO DO THIS WHEN YOU'RE DRIVING ANYWHERE FROM 20 TO 40 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-instrument-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11479589","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster went blank for several seconds","quote_2_odi":"11462969","quote_2_text":"In the last 5 months I have had at least 3 incidents where the electronic dash goes blank, while driving","quote_3_odi":"11221100","quote_3_text":"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS BLANK UPON START-UP. THIS VEHICLE SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 19V076000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-power-window-movement","label":"Power window uncommanded movement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11644606","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the front driver’s and passenger’s side windows would intermittently lower independently","quote_2_odi":"11310530","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER POWER WINDOW ROLLS DOWN WITHOUT ANY BUTTONS BEING PUSHED (UNCOMMANDED). WHEN ROLLED UP BY EITHER PASSENGER OR DRIVER'S BUTTON WILL ROLL DOWN BY ITSELF AGAIN WITHING 30-60 SECONDS, SOMETIMES IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11531456","quote_3_text":"The short drop and bounce up on the drivers and passenger side windows continuously faults and fails to return to the proper position when the door is closed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts preventing tire removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11519586","quote_1_text":"All the lug nuts on my vehicle needed to be replaced due to swelling of the lug nut. The lug nuts were almost impossible to remove","quote_2_odi":"11441255","quote_2_text":"Swollen lug nuts. Unable to have regularly scheduled rotation as they could not be removed. Was advised to purchased new lug nuts","quote_3_odi":"11505929","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Mustang. The contact stated upon servicing the vehicle, the dealer informed her that the outer shell of the lug nuts was swollen, hindering the replacement of tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2019-transmission-jerk","label":"Transmission shift hesitation and jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11736526","quote_1_text":"Rebuilt transmissions are bad. Two in the last four weeks have been placed in my 2019 California Special Edition Mustang, and both are bad","quote_2_odi":"11669131","quote_2_text":"The 10-speed automatic transmission (10R80) in my 2019 Ford Mustang GT began malfunctioning around 84,000–85,000 miles, displaying a consistent hesitation followed by a sudden jolt during acceleration between 15–30 mph","quote_3_odi":"11431360","quote_3_text":"The 10 speed automatic transmission is not shifting properly. The car lurches and it feels/sounds like the transmission is going to fall out of the car when putting the car in drive or reverse from park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2020-automatic-transmission-shifting","label":"10R80 automatic transmission shifting and engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11687975","quote_1_text":"Description of the issue: The transmission has a recurring problem with shifting. When placing the vehicle into Reverse, it engages with a harsh and sudden jerk. When shifting from Reverse to Drive, there is a noticeable delay in engagement before the vehicle responds.…","quote_2_odi":"11653059","quote_2_text":"Transmission Issue. Transmission slams into 2nd gear when downshifting from 3rd. Transmission has grinding noise when going from 4th to 5th. Potential safety issue due to potential transmission failure.…","quote_3_odi":"11735913","quote_3_text":"My vehicle would suddenly downshifted to first, constantly seek for gears, loss of traction from not finding gears, and transmission died at 120k miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2020-backup-camera-display","label":"Rearview backup camera blank or distorted display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11684550","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera display threw up a blue screen then proceeded to throw up a back screen and told me “Camera is unavailable. Please contact dealership.” From my knowledge, there is a current recall out for this particular issue.…","quote_2_odi":"11686979","quote_2_text":"My backup camera on my 2020 mustang ecoboost goes blank when backing up at times and shows distorted images when it does work.","quote_3_odi":"11675638","quote_3_text":"The backup camera stopped working and I notice that there is a big recall on millions of vehicles for the same problem that my vehicle is having. I would also like my backup camera fixed. It just stopped displaying the image and it’s a safety hazard.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2020-brake-pedal-bracket-recall","label":"Brake pedal bracket and recall 20V573000","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11350994","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH HEAVY PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO BRAKE PEDAL CAUSING THE BRACKET HOLDING THE BRAKE PEDAL LEVER TO SNAP. THE BRAKE PEDAL THEN SUNK TO THE FLOOR CAUSING THE BRAKES TO NO LONGER BE FUNCTIONAL.…","quote_2_odi":"11372610","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL BRACKETS THAT BROKE DURING EMERGENCY BREAKING","quote_3_odi":"11374908","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD MUSTANG. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V573000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2020-ecoboost-coolant-intrusion","label":"EcoBoost 2.3L coolant intrusion into cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11665955","quote_1_text":"2020 and above Mustang Ecoboost 2.3L engines are supposed to have the revised engine block design to mitigate coolant intrusion into cylinders and head gasket leak issues. My 2020 model year Mustang Ecoboost with the updated block, is suffering from coolant intrusion into…","quote_2_odi":"11651865","quote_2_text":"On 03.29.25 (Saturday) the car started rough and the check engine light came on. I took it to the mechanic 03.31.25 (Sunday) and they inspected the car and told me that it is either the head gasket or the engine block is cracked because there is coolant intrusion into the…","quote_3_odi":"11672584","quote_3_text":"Coolant intrusion into cylinder/cylinders Problem confirmed by a dealer Check engine light, cylinder 1 missfire is when I noticed an issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2020-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine misfire, stall and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736216","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on, car lost power on highway. Car continues to have the same issue after repairs have been made. Ford App says engine misfire, after every repair. Ford mechanics fix spark plugs, coils, electrical. None of which has fixed the issue…","quote_2_odi":"11734247","quote_2_text":"IMRC actuator rod broke causing the air/fuel mix to be sporadic. Creating a misfire on random cylinders. Major loss of power and very jerky motions, causing the vehicle to loose control. Luckily it was on an open spacious road.…","quote_3_odi":"11613404","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the engine overheated while driving at various speeds with the temperature gauge showing that the engine was hot(H). The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-10r80-rough-shift-lunge","label":"10R80 automatic transmission rough shifting and low-speed lunge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11509876","quote_1_text":"1st dealer visit: at low speeds car acted like it was in neutral and then surged when trying to accelerate. Dealer said they corrected the issue. they did not. 2nd dealer visit: car was still doing the same as number 1. While on the highway with cruise control set at…","quote_2_odi":"11650202","quote_2_text":"While driving my 10R80 automatic transmission shifted into neutral even though the shifter was positioned in drive. I was unable to accelerate and was forced to pull over on the side of the road to prevent an accident from occurring. I placed the shifter into park and…","quote_3_odi":"11492196","quote_3_text":"Vehicle bucks at low speed after putting in drive and when driving during downshift, on 4 occasions I almost hit my wife's vehicle during low speed bucking with the trans","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag restraint warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11590389","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the onboard App diagnosed the vehicle and related the failure with the air bags knee bolster…","quote_2_odi":"11635052","quote_2_text":"Light keeps coming up for restraint warning for airbags not working properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-brake-warning-recall-23v727","label":"Brake fluid warning indicator and brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11558589","quote_1_text":"Failure to repair NHTSA Recall Number 23V727 Summary ON YOUR VEHICLE, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT ILLUMINATE IF THE BRAKE FLUID IS DEPLETED FROM THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. Safety Risk THIS MAY RESULT IN NO BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR WHEN THE BRAKE…","quote_2_odi":"11470394","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the brake fluid low warning light failed to illuminate to alert him that the brake fluid level was low. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer was unable to correct the failure…","quote_3_odi":"11497775","quote_3_text":"The contact leased a 2021 Ford Mustang from an Enterprise rental company. The contact stated while driving approximately 3-5 MPH and coming to a complete stop, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond, lunged forward, and hit the rear of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-camber-tire-wear","label":"Uneven inner tire wear from camber alignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11616555","quote_1_text":"I had to put 3 sets of tires on my car by 50,000 miles. The Ford company told me to go to an alignment specialist because without putting some sort of aftermarket part on my car they can't properly align it and they are tired of fooling with it…","quote_2_odi":"11610255","quote_2_text":"After owning the car for 3 years and putting a little under 50K miles on the vehicle, I have had to change my tires twice now because the inner tread would go bald after 20k miles or so. I had to alignment checked and the dealership said it was within spec…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-evap-purge-valve-misfire","label":"EVAP purge valve misfire and stall after refueling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11672874","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Ford Mustang EcoBoost is currently experiencing an ongoing issue with the EVAP purge valve, a critical emissions component. The vehicle suffers from stuttering, rough idle, and a check engine light, especially immediately after refueling, where the engine has…","quote_2_odi":"11637519","quote_2_text":"Purge valve has gone out multiple times, replaced multiple times. Very bad randomly occurring idle","quote_3_odi":"11561274","quote_3_text":"Check engine light keeps coming on even after dealer says it is fixed. Keeps throwing codes evaporative emission system problem.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-fuel-pump-recall-25v455","label":"Fuel system stalling and hesitation under Recall 25V455","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11729641","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle shuddered while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that there was a banging sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11726929","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started losing automotive power. The vehicle had stalled several times. The vehicle was able to restart, and the loss of automotive power was intermittent…","quote_3_odi":"11704270","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that parts had not yet been available for six months…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2021-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view backup camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11713473","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera display glitched and switched between a black and a blue colored screen. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11672751","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted and black intermittently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that rearview camera…","quote_3_odi":"11735290","quote_3_text":"The backup camera goes blank and says to contact Ford","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-door-latch-open","label":"Passenger door and convertible top latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11525050","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the convertible roof failed to latch and close properly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the handle failed to connect with the latching system. The vehicle was tak…","quote_2_odi":"11676137","quote_2_text":"Driving at normal speeds (45-65) the passenger door will open on its own. It does it several times during a drive within 30 minutes.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-driver-assist-camera","label":"Forward collision and front camera malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11576708","quote_1_text":"On December 9, 2023, I was driving my 2022 Ford Mustang on Interstate 70 (westbound) and received the following notifications: \"Pre-collision assist not available\" and \"Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power.\" This resulted in an inability for the car to rev abo…","quote_2_odi":"11727515","quote_2_text":"I scheduled my appointment to get the recalls taken care of and the car went into \"protective mode\" as soon as the call was made. I took it into the shop and now I have to pay for the diagnostic to turn my adaptive cruise control back on. The cruise control i…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-electrical-brake-warning","label":"Brake warning indicator recall and electrical blackout (23V727000)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11558590","quote_1_text":"Failure to comply in a timely manner regarding NHTSA Recall Number23V727 Summary ON YOUR VEHICLE, THE BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR MAY NOT ILLUMINATE IF THE BRAKE FLUID IS DEPLETED FROM THE BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR. Safety Risk THIS MAY RESULT IN NO BRAKE SYSTE…","quote_2_odi":"11516997","quote_2_text":"04/13/2023 - While on the highway my 2022 mustang GT instrument cluster and infotainment screens both went black. It took me off guard and pulled to the side of the road and soon discovered I had no turn signals or hazard lights, I am unsure if I had brake lig…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11730267","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is a 2022 Ford Mustang EcoBoost. While driving in traffic, the engine suddenly stalled and shut off without warning. This created an immediate safety risk as the vehicle lost power in the middle of active traffic flow, requiring me to quickly maneu…","quote_2_odi":"11673870","quote_2_text":"Campaign 23E12 under hood liquid fuel jumper line. Gasoline smells inside vehicle and engine stalls to start after refueling. Check Engine light.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump stall recall (25V455000)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11740129","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the engine shuddered as if it…","quote_2_odi":"11704989","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 45 mph and entering a highway, my 2022 Ford Mustang GT California Special suddenly lost power and shut off completely. The engine stalled without warning, creating a dangerous situation with surrounding traffic. I had to coast the ve…","quote_3_odi":"11712168","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign N…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-fuel-remedy-delay","label":"Stall recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11716475","quote_1_text":"This recall describes a known safety-related defect which can stall the vehicle while driving, thus increasing the risk of a crash. After 8 months without developing a remedy, that danger remains every time I drive my beloved Mustang. Is Ford waiting for numer…","quote_2_odi":"11737271","quote_2_text":"Vehicle still does not have a remedy after nearly a year preventing use.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-rearview-camera-fault","label":"Rearview camera blank or malfunctioning (25V442000)","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11728926","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image was blank or distorted. The contact attempted to update the software to reboot the system; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was …","quote_2_odi":"11681382","quote_2_text":"Rear camera is not working. When I put the car into reverse I get a blue screen and then an error message stating my rear camera is not available. The sensors still work, if a car/object is close to me the car does beep but I cannot see behind me using my came…","quote_3_odi":"11570898","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the rearview camera engaged while the vehicle was driving forward. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times while driving. T…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-steering-recall-seize","label":"Steering recall and wheel seizing (24V493000)","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11612863","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V493000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer ha…","quote_2_odi":"11742787","quote_2_text":"Steering u-joint sticks and prevents steering wheel from turning without a catch/hitch . Not evident at lower speeds but is prevalent at speeds 50 and above. The photos attached show the part and one picture shows a YouTube video showing the EXACT problem. The…","quote_3_odi":"11568389","quote_3_text":"It was raining and on a bumpy road when I was in second or 3rd gear when it started to lose control a little. It slid a little, when I held the wheel straight it was still going left to right by itself,after I got control of the wheel. The steering wheel was st…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2022-transmission-shift","label":"10-speed transmission slipping and lurching","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11663685","quote_1_text":"Yes, if the NHTSA communicates with me that they need to look at my transmission, and I am either provided another equal mode of transportation or paid for my lack of ability to use my vehicle during inspection/possession/out of service by the NHTSA. 10R80 10 …","quote_2_odi":"11505763","quote_2_text":"Powertrain - The transmission when coming to a stop lurches the vehicle forward. Along with the lurching forward when slowing down it makes a loud clunk noise and makes the car and my person move forward. Propulsion - When turning into traffic the car sometim…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11684108","quote_1_text":"In a hit-and-run accident, we were hit head on and the airbags did not deploy yet the car is a total loss. No side or front airbags deployed. Myself and my passenger needed medical care, my passenger specifically had hit the windshield and the airbags again still did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11676041","quote_2_text":"The curtain airbags deployed without any collision or impact. This suggests a failure of the airbag sensors. The vehicle and all components, including the deployed airbags and related sensors, are available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11603502","quote_3_text":"Hit a adult male black bear broadside on a street with no lighting. The forward collision warning never engaged, seatbelt did not lock, only the knee airbag deployed, and emergency braking never engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and inconsistent braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11619933","quote_1_text":"I was slowly backing out of a parking space at the Circle K gas station on July 3, 2024, on Battleground Avenue in Greensboro, NC, and applied the brakes when the warning alert sounded that there was cross traffic. I immediately applied the brakes, but to no avail","quote_2_odi":"11640929","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal felt loosened and squeaked while being depressed. The contact stated that occasionally the brake pedal would depress and remain on the floorboard","quote_3_odi":"11619560","quote_3_text":"The front wheels of the vehicle have different breaks - this is a factory fault (Manufacturing defect). The front right wheel has 6 piston brembo brake and the left front wheel has 4 piston caliper brakes, causing vehicle to put different braking power on both side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11673481","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new 2024 Mustang GT. Shortly after I experiences a dead throttle. The car would coast to a near stop and pushing the gas pedal multiple times had no effect. This has happen more than 4 times now","quote_2_odi":"11661043","quote_2_text":"2024 Ford Mustang Ecoboost, Purchased New, Under 6,000 miles, check engine light came on. Vehicle was entering freeway and immediately had a loss of power","quote_3_odi":"11732865","quote_3_text":"I purchased this vehicle CPO and shortly after purchase the vehicle experienced a major mechanical failure involving the clutch/transmission. The vehicle had a prior safety recall (Recall #24S36) listed as “completed” before I purchased it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-exterior-lighting-bcm-water","label":"Exterior lighting failure from BCM water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11741353","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V546000(EXTERIOR LIGHTING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not available","quote_2_odi":"11685239","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Ford Mustang is affected by Recall 25C43 / NHTSA Campaign No. 25V546 concerning water intrusion into the Body Control Module (BCM) that may cause exterior lighting failure","quote_3_odi":"11614653","quote_3_text":"Unknown. Stress cracks on my tail light started to appear. I have asked others in the Mustang community and quite a few have reported the same cracks except they’ve had water getting inside the tail light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11627958","quote_1_text":"The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving","quote_2_odi":"11625925","quote_2_text":"The instrument panel goes blank. No way to tell how fast you are driving and no way to see warning lights. Ford has now had the car for over two months now with no solution","quote_3_odi":"11668126","quote_3_text":"Center dashboard screen visually displaying BACKUP CAMERA, ventilation controls, radio, etc., does not boot leaving screen blank and nonfunctional. This problem did not begin until the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V802000 software update was installed in January 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-rear-suspension-knuckle","label":"Rear suspension knuckle failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11728343","quote_1_text":"I then took the time to look up the recall on my current vehicle and it had mentioned “Rear Suspension Knuckles (24S49): Certain vehicles have defective rear suspension castings that can fail, leading to loss of vehicle control”","quote_2_odi":"11647744","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Mustang. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the contact felt a jolt from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle and heard the rear driver’s side tire rubbing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-water-intrusion-cabin","label":"Water intrusion into cabin and footwell","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11549995","quote_1_text":"The windshield or body seams leak water. There is rust on the interior. Concerns of mold. Water leaking into brand new vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11562651","quote_2_text":"Cars passener side front and the back floor was flooded with water after heavy rain. Window was not left open as the seats are completly Dry . There seems to be a sound of a puddle coming from the right side of the car as well whenever it rains","quote_3_odi":"11679224","quote_3_text":"Ford Motor Company has an issue with their 2024 Ford Mustang Convertibles, where condensation forms in the footwell ducts during air conditioner operation. As condensation accumulates, water drips onto the driver's foot and potentially the gas and/or brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang","model_slug":"mustang","cluster_id":"mustang-2024-windshield-glass-cracking","label":"Windshield and rear window glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11696476","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 55 mph on a four-lane highway around 8 p.m., the rear window of my 2024 Mustang GT 5.0 Premium exploded/shattered and is now visibly pulling away from the frame. The glass appears ready to collapse inward","quote_2_odi":"11735446","quote_2_text":"Rear view mirror came away from windshield when adjusting. Resulted in damaged windshield that needed to be replaced. Shards of glass in the vehicle. Replacement cost from Safelite around $1000","quote_3_odi":"11649474","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway went to adjust my rearview mirror and my mirror just snapped from the windshield and broke off from the windshield also breaking the windshield as well took it to the ford dealership the car is just only 5k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2021-front-camera-fault","label":"Front camera fault disabling pre-collision assist","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11679923","quote_1_text":"Front Camera Fault Service not available. Pre-Collision Assist Not Available. These faults have been showing up for over a year. I have taken my car to the dealer about 10 times, to no avail. Every time you hit a bump it happens. As I write this my car is in the shop again. The","quote_2_odi":"11664895","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message \"Collision Avoidance Camera Fault\" was displayed, indicating a camera malfunction. The contact stated that the message was also present on the Mobile App. The contact","quote_3_odi":"11734458","quote_3_text":"Vehicle: 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E Component: Image Processing Module A (IPMA) / Front Camera / Forward Collision Avoidance System The IPMA and front camera system have failed, disabling Pre-Collision Assist, AEB, forward collision warning, and adaptive cruise control while","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2021-hvbjb-power-loss","label":"High-voltage battery junction box failure and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11553123","quote_1_text":"On October 15, 2023, with my EV battery charged at 69% and about 2 minutes after beginning my drive, I suddenly received a warning on the dashboard which stated \"Stop Safely Now\". Within 5 seconds, the vehicle would not accelerate and eventually came to a stop. The first episode","quote_2_odi":"11640638","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is not a part of the Recall #23S56, however, my High Voltage Battery Junction Box has gone back and in need of replacement. The warranty light appeared on 2/2/25 after acceleration. I was able to make an appointment with my local Ford Dealership for today 2/4/25 and","quote_3_odi":"11539965","quote_3_text":"The HVBJB subassembly in ALL Ford Mach-e vehicles has known defects with 'under-designed' main contacts that are known to fail under normal charging and driving conditions as outlined in current open Ford recall notice. Unfortunately, the internal damage to contactors is not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2021-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11545098","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach E. The contact stated that while driving slowly in reverse and reversing of a parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and erroneously drove across the street before crashing into an apartment building","quote_2_odi":"11610754","quote_2_text":"When stopped at a stoplight, in unbridled mode with one pedal driving engaged, the car surged forward on it's own. The surge forward caused my vehicle to rear-end another vehicle. I would assume the failure was the one pedal driving system and it is available for inspection. The","quote_3_odi":"11554311","quote_3_text":"There is a software problem which was introduced in a previous OTA which causes drive modes to change. These drive modes are Whisper, Engage, and Unbridle. Each has their own acceleration/throttle response characteristics, as well as steering and suspension feel. You also have","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2021-windshield-roof-adhesion","label":"Windshield and roof glass panel adhesion failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":340,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11547193","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that a puddle of water was found in the front driver's side seat after a heavy rainstorm. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where an inspection was performed. The result showed that the adhesion around the","quote_2_odi":"11583563","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V711000 (Visibility). The contact took the vehicle to the dealer however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the dealer was advised to not","quote_3_odi":"11535085","quote_3_text":"Windshield loose adhesion from paint separation from primer. The Glass windshield in my car had a small chip occur while driving at 40 mph.. about 60 seconds later a crack appeared about 18 inch long lengthwise across the windshield. after being parked will ordering a new","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-12v-battery-lockout","label":"12-volt battery drain and lockout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11684610","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving on the parkway when her Mustang Mach-E started flashing multiple warning messages on the HUD. The vehicle suddenly died with no power. She was in a center lane of traffic in a 6-lane section. The vehicle did not let her put the car into neutral to push it out of…","quote_2_odi":"11577380","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that, upon starting the vehicle, the screen above the steering wheel was producing errors. The door open and trunk open messages were displayed. The brake pedal was pumping without being depressed. The main screen was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-bluecruise-lane-drift","label":"BlueCruise lane drift","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11542066","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway at about 65 mph through a gradual left bend in the road, with fully active SuperCruise (lane keeping, active cruise control) and fully hands off, the vehicle suddenly veered into the adjacent right lane. The vehicle moved into the adjacent lane at a high…","quote_2_odi":"11585811","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that while having the Blue Cruise system activated at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly drifted to the right. The contact was able to straighten out the vehicle however, the vehicle drifted to the left and then…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-brake-pad-rotor-fusion","label":"Brake pad material fused to rotor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11644326","quote_1_text":"After 22,207 mi, the right rear wheel unit started making a clunking similar to a flat tire. I looked online and found TSB 22-2023 which states that a common problem with the Mach E one pedal driving is brake pad material gets fused to the rotor. I took it in for repair and the brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11560929","quote_2_text":"Brakes automatically engage when parked. Next time I went to drive the car wouldn't move until a loud \"clunk\" came from the rear and the car moved. But, when I started driving there was a repetitive noise coming with each turn of a rear wheel. Parked the car and took to dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-camera-driver-assist","label":"Front camera and driver-assist fault","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11684564","quote_1_text":"The front camera has failed. The automatic emergency breaking, the adaptive cruise control, and normal cruise control do not work, at all. The camera began to fail within the first year of ownership but it would start to work shortly after. After about 1.5 years of ownership, there…","quote_2_odi":"11608062","quote_2_text":"Multiple safety features rendered INOPERABLE AND USELESS including front collision warning, automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, lane keeping system because FORD uses an inferior product to connect the vehicle's cameras and sensors. Each of the systems listed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-door-latch-failure","label":"Door e-latch failure and auto-locking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11667615","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E has experienced a complete failure of the front passenger door latch. The electronic latch (e-latch) button does not light up or respond, and the door remains fully open and cannot be latched or secured. This occurred without any damage or external cause.…","quote_2_odi":"11670444","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E. The contact stated that the rear driver's side door and passenger's side doors failed to open intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where the failure could not be duplicated. The contact later became aware that the VIN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-hvbjb-power-loss","label":"High Voltage Battery Junction Box power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11742422","quote_1_text":"On 6/4, I completed a long road trip of over 650 miles. When I got back into my vehicle to move it to where it would be parked for the night, it displayed messages for a Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power and a High Voltage Battery Warning. I powered the car off and back…","quote_2_odi":"11687734","quote_2_text":"I have a 2022 Mustang Mach-E GT and have now experienced two (2) High Voltage Battery Junction Box (HVJB) failures. First failure was in July 2023 when the vehicle had approximately 12,000 miles. I received the stop safely now message. Vehicle codes displayed via the Ford app…","quote_3_odi":"11607805","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the freeway when out of nowhere the vehicle alerted me to \"Stop safely now\". I no longer had any power and could not accelerate. I was doing 70 MPG in the middle lane and had to switch to the right lane, then to the shoulder of a busy interstate. This was extremely…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-parking-brake-wiring","label":"Electric parking brake wiring corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741491","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stated \"PARKING BRAKE FAULT\". Driver (myself) discovered electric parking brake was stuck in the ON position and would not disengage. Vehicle could not be moved on its wheels. Vehicle was in parking garage, and driver became stranded for over 24 hours waiting for a low-clearance…","quote_2_odi":"11711513","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2022 Ford Mustang Mach-E Mileage at failure: ~36,800 miles Complaint Description: The left rear electronic parking brake (EPB) wiring harness/connector failed, resulting in a parking brake fault and abnormal braking behavior. This component is not a wear-and-tear item…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mustang-mach-e-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11679760","quote_1_text":"I was waiting in a drive thru behind a line of cars at a full stop for some time, so I was using One Pedal assist/Auto Hold. My car suddenly accelerated and slammed into the car in front of me.","quote_2_odi":"11524686","quote_2_text":"On at least 8 occasions the car unintentionally shifted into cruise control and accelerated immediately. This usually happened while driving under 30 mph and rapidly accelerated to a much higher speed, sometimes set as high as 70 mph. On 3 occasions this happened in a parking…","quote_3_odi":"11477086","quote_3_text":"I was pulling into my garage, steering with my left hand, making a slow, tight left turn from the drive way into the perpendicular garage. As the steering wheel turned, I believe my left palm hit the cruise control button and activated the adaptive cruise control. The vehicle suddenly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-brake-rotor-pad-delamination","label":"Brake rotor and pad delamination at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS ","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-07 → 2025-04-10","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618538","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while reversing out of the driveway, an abnormal sound was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the rear passenger’s side brake pad material had separated and was stuck on the rotor. Additionally, the…","quote_2_odi":"11653972","quote_2_text":"The contact stated after driving 15 MPH and then attempting to reverse, there was a clunking sound coming from the vehicle while reversing out of the driveway. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact towed the vehicle to a dealer where it was diagnosed and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-door-lockout-software","label":"Door lockout and inability to enter or exit vehicle","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07-16 → 2025-08-14","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11607509","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to enter the vehicle, the doors failed to open. The contact called Roadside Assistance who was also unable to unlock the doors. The vehicle was towed to a dealer. The dealer also failed to unlock the doors. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11608679","quote_2_text":"There was a software update released in July that drains the 12 volt battery and locks you out of thr vehicle. The reddit forums are calling it the \"lockout glitch\". It has to be towed to a dealer in order to even get into the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-epb-fault-stuck","label":"Electric parking brake fault and lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-01-07 → 2026-07-27","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730920","quote_1_text":"The vehicle parking brake engaged as expected when parked, but would not disengage. Vehicle became inoperable and required a tow to the Ford Dealership. Ford confirmed the cause of the issue was related to a wiring fault, similar to the 2021 and 2022 model years which resulted…","quote_2_odi":"11715814","quote_2_text":"\"Parking Brake Fault - Service Now\" warning appeared. Parking brakes locked after stopping vehicle. Dealer diagnosed problem as corroded wiring connector to left rear wheel parking brake motor. Vehicle has 41,000 miles. Vehicle was stuck and could not be moved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-front-camera-adas-dropout","label":"Front camera and forward collision system deactivation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-05-15 → 2026-06-25","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661201","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the safety features were independently deactivated. The contact stated that the message Forward Collision Avoidance brake assist unavailable was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a…","quote_2_odi":"11732789","quote_2_text":"Upon hitting moderate bumps the Front Camera faults causing the collision Assist to malfunction suddenly turning off any other driving assists , even if already active such as Cruise Control, lane keeping and departure.  There are many examples of the same issues happening on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-hvbjb-powertrain-shutdown","label":"High-voltage junction box failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-08-14 → 2026-01-20","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11540038","quote_1_text":"The HVBJB subassembly in ALL Ford Mach-e vehicles has known defects with 'under-designed' main contactors that are known to fail under normal charging and driving conditions as outlined in current open Ford recall notice for my vehicle 22s41. Unfortunately, the internal damage…","quote_2_odi":"11672199","quote_2_text":"the car suddenly stopped.  There was a second or two of multiple warning notices then the car instrument panel went blank.  The car “bricked” as is known in Electric Vehicle jargon.  There was no power to anything, and the stop was sudden and steering was extremely difficult","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster screen blank or frozen while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05-13 → 2025-10-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691485","quote_1_text":"Upon vehicle startup, the speedometer does not show on the instrument cluster (completely digital readout, analog readout not possible). In its place is the EV's remaining battery % with absolutely no way to access the speedometer and know the speed of the vehicle. This places…","quote_2_odi":"11597180","quote_2_text":"The dash screen is blank and dead since 2 days. Also i am getting the airbag disabled notification. There is no way to see the odometer and speedometer. Also the dash screens keeps rebooting while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-one-pedal-drive-mode-dropout","label":"One-pedal drive mode unintended disengagement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11-07 → 2025-01-20","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585028","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a one-pedal drive mode that uses regenerative braking to slow / stop the vehicle when you remove your foot from the accelerator pedal. On several occasions, this system has suddenly turned off with an error message displayed on the screen. This means that the…","quote_2_odi":"11554282","quote_2_text":"The vehicle regularly, and at random times, will drop out of the chosen drive setting and go to the default \"Engage\" mid-level setting. This changes the driving dynamics, such as pedal pressure required to move the car, and the sensitivity of the steering. If the driver was in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2023-sudden-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-06-02 → 2026-03-18","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11654233","quote_1_text":"I pulled into a parking spot in front of a restaurant in a plaza. When I took my foot off the accelerator the car came to a complete stop (as it should have ) … about a half a second later, before I could put the transmission into park, the vehicle went full throttle and jolted…","quote_2_odi":"11689571","quote_2_text":"On 2 occassions in the past 2 week, our Mustang Mach E has accelerated on its own. In the first incident, it was a minor acceleration. It caught me by surprise as I was pulling up to a curb to drop off a passenger. It was easily stopped with brake pressure. In the 2nd incident…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2024-acc-unintended-acceleration","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended engagement at low speed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06-17 → 2026-02-17","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716373","quote_1_text":"While picking up my daughter from school this week, I entered a school parking lot and began a low-speed right turn to pull into a parking space. During this maneuver, the car unexpectedly and abruptly accelerated forward. I reacted immediately and applied the brakes, but the…","quote_2_odi":"11690106","quote_2_text":"There is an issue with Cruise Control while moving out of a parking space.  I am concerned for my wife who knows nothing about technology. If she were to MISTAKENLY press the Cruise Control button while parked and a car is in front of her, the car's Cruise Control will ACTIVATE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Mustang Mach-E","model_slug":"mustang-mach-e","cluster_id":"mach-e-2024-door-latch-12v-recall","label":"Electronic door latch failure under 12V battery discharge","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-06-11 → 2026-05-15","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669683","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon parking and turning off the vehicle, the contact attempted to exit the vehicle, but the front driver's side door failed to open as intended. The contact called AAA, who assisted in unlocking the door and jumpstarted the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11671324","quote_2_text":"The door locks are not opening from the outside. The battery will not charge. I cannot get my items out. I have a [XXX] work & personal electronics, along with personal items for myself & my family, inside that I cannot access","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/mustang-mach-e","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2011-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch and lock failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11291794","quote_1_text":"DOOR OPENED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DUE TO FAULTY LATCH ASSEMBLY MADE OF PLASTIC. DOOR WAS CLOSED AND THERE WERE NO INDICATORS OF IT BEING AJAR UNTIL IT OPENED AT 35 M.P.H. ON A BUSY ROADWAY","quote_2_odi":"11161333","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR LATCHES FAILED AND THE DOOR LOCKS WOULD INDEPENDENTLY UNLOCK SOMETIMES WHILE IN TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2011-engine-transmission-issues","label":"Engine stalling and transmission leaks","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11196128","quote_1_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 55,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN BABIED AND NOT DRIVEN HARD AND HAS A TRANSMISSION LEAK LOCATED ON MY GARAGE FLOOR ' I FEEL THIS IS AN ISSUE THAT SHOULD NOT HAVE OCCURRED ' I LOCATED THE LEAK THIS MORNING ON MY GARAGE FLOOR ON 4/14/2019","quote_2_odi":"11161332","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5-10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10934886","quote_3_text":"TRUCK SHIFTER IS STICKING, THE ANTILOCK LIGHT TROUBLE LIGHT COMES ON AND TRUCK WILL NOT SHIFT FROM PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2011-exterior-lighting-electrical","label":"Exterior lighting and electrical system failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11618410","quote_1_text":"HIGH BEAM LIGHTS FAILED ON, THE HI-LO BEAM SWITCH IN TURN, HAZARD, WIPER COMBO SWITCH LATER OVERHEATED, BURN UP, SMOKE IN CABIN CAUSING COMPLETE LOSS OF LAMPS, WIPERS AT NIGHT IN RAIN","quote_2_odi":"11355192","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, AND HORN BECAME INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"11216916","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD RANGER. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE TURN SIGNALS, TAIL LIGHTS, HAZARD WARNING INDICATOR, AND FLASHERS FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2011-frame-body-corrosion","label":"Frame and body corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11415325","quote_1_text":"I FOUND OUT THAT THE TRUCKS FRAME IS RUSTED BADLY, AND THERE IS NO WAY TO FIX THIS. I TAKE GOOD CARE OF MY TRUCK, AND LOVE TO DRIVE IT. IT HONESTLY NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AND FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11169859","quote_2_text":"THERE IS RUST HOLES IN THE BED OF THE TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11143344","quote_3_text":"THIS 2011 FORD RANGER XLT 4 X4 IS ONLY 7 YEARS OLD & THE AMOUNT OF CORRISION UNDERNEATH THE TRUCK-BED IS RIDICULOUS, I FEEL LIKE THE PREVIOUS OWNER HAD IT PARKED IN A 'LAKE', THIS CANNOT BE NORMAL FOR AN U.S. MANUFACTURER TO HAVE A TRUCK TO 'ROT' THIS QUICKLY!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":177,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11062001","quote_1_text":"I WAS TOLD OVER 2 YEARS AGO THAT MY TAKATA AIR BAG (PASSENGER SIDE) WOULD BE REPLACED BY MY NEAREST FORD DEALER AT NO CHARGE TO ME. TO THIS DATE THEY CLAIM THAT THEY ARE UNABLE TO GET THE REPLACEMENT PARTS AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO CONTACT THEM","quote_2_odi":"11221532","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET MY PASSENGER AIRBAG REPLACED SINCE THE RECALL CAME OUT IN FEBRUARY AND I HAVE BEEN BLOWN OFF 3 TIMES BY THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11078486","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: WE RECEIVED THE NOTICE IN JULY 2016 AND CALLED DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES / WENT DOWN TO THE DEALER THAT WE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM AND THERE WAS NO RESPONSE OTHER THAN THEY DON'T HAVE THE PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-10r80-hard-shifting","label":"10R80 transmission hard/erratic shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736221","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Ford Ranger is equipped with the 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission that experiences hard/erratic shifting (as if it can't decide what gear it wants to be in), jerking/lunging especially in 1-2 gear when making a brief stop-and-go (stop sign or a crosswalk)","quote_2_odi":"11747616","quote_2_text":"The Ford 10R60 and 10R80 transmission has become a hazard on the road. Please see TSB 23-2250. My Ranger only has 43,000 miles on it and is dangerous to drive because of the stuttering and lunging of the transmission","quote_3_odi":"11713793","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is experiencing a severe power train failure involving erratic and violent gear selection. The transmission unexpectedly jumps from 2nd, 3rd, or 4th gear directly up to 7th or 8th gear, resulting in a total loss of acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera black screen or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697140","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the backup camera initially projected three lines at the bottom of the screen, distorting the driver’s vision","quote_2_odi":"11687940","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V442000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11671062","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a black screen while the vehicle was in reverse(R)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-hvac-blend-door","label":"HVAC blend door and climate control temperature failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704505","quote_1_text":"The climate control system on my 2019 Ford Ranger has a recurring failure that prevents the vehicle from properly adjusting temperature or directing air through the vents","quote_2_odi":"11515754","quote_2_text":"Climate control temperature system failed and would not adjust. A clicking/snapping noise was present under the dash when attempting to control climate and defrost","quote_3_odi":"11517352","quote_3_text":"In May of 2022 at approximatley 46,000 miles a family members 2019 Ford Ranger had the A/C unit on, but VERY hot air was blowing on drivers side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-rear-lamp-connector-failure","label":"Rear lamp wiring connector failure disabling taillights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652627","quote_1_text":"This is in relation to an existing recall on the 2019 Ford Ranger, NHTSA Recall no. 19V-839 This recall was for improperly connected inline electrical connectors from the Ford factory causing issues with rear brake lamps","quote_2_odi":"11666884","quote_2_text":"My tail lights just stopped working. I didn't know that they were out until someone behind me told me that they were out. I didn't have any collision, nothing like that","quote_3_odi":"11493725","quote_3_text":"Both of my taillights no longer work, at first it was intermittent and they would come back on but after a while nothing worked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-rear-leaf-spring-fracture","label":"Rear leaf spring fracture at mounting eye","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745640","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding my 2019 Ford Ranger because I discovered what I believe to be a serious safety defect involving the rear leaf spring mounting system","quote_2_odi":"11723121","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has around 50K miles and driver rear leaf spring corroded and broke, review of right rear leaf spring also showed corrosion and metal thinning","quote_3_odi":"11698244","quote_3_text":"Both rear leaf springs broke at the eye on the forward anchor bushing, leaving both leaf springs not anchored at one end","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2019-spark-plug-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into spark plug wells causing misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720076","quote_1_text":"My truck experienced a P0302 misfire on the freeway, which caused it to shake immediately and made it very difficult to drive","quote_2_odi":"11615587","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that there was a misfire in the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11575053","quote_3_text":"2019 Ford Rangers were shipped without an engine cover to protect the engine from water intrusion. This, along with the design of the plastic cowl at the base of the windshield being a 2 piece design with a seam directly over the engine bay","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11727296","quote_1_text":"Back up camera intermittently fails to operate giving a squiggly picture or a blank black screen. I have seen many articles involving the same issues with Ford Broncos and where recalls have been issued for those vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11558426","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention camera was inoperable. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera displayed a black screen","quote_3_odi":"11689153","quote_3_text":"Backup camera isn't working a recall on some 2020 rangers has been issued but not mine. Parking collision warning isn't as loud as it used to be. Took it t ford garage but they wanted to charge me to do diagnostics","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-blend-door-actuator-failure","label":"Blend door actuator failure affecting defrost and heat","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11615914","quote_1_text":"Early model 2019-2020 Ford Rangers have a known defect where the blend door actuator fails. The assembly was redesigned mid 2020 and is now the common fix for all who are affected by this issue","quote_2_odi":"11505233","quote_2_text":"There is a known issue with 2019 and some 2020 model year Ford Rangers. The Ford SSM is #50629. I have been waiting for a Ford service center to fix this issue for 3 months. This issue does not allow for the heater to work properly","quote_3_odi":"11560748","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has 51,532 miles and a blend door actuator needs to be replaced - inconsistent air flow coming in. The desired air wanted whether it be hot or cold, is being diverted incorrectly, so we are not getting a consistent temperature out of the A/C system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-rear-leaf-spring-failure","label":"Rear leaf spring failure at bushing mount","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11726096","quote_1_text":"2020 Ford Ranger XL: Total failure of both rear leaf spring assemblies (detached from bushing). Discovered during routine maintenance at approximately 47K miles","quote_2_odi":"11706732","quote_2_text":"Brought the vehicle to the dealer for standard 40,000 mile service. When it was raised on their lift, the rear end dropped out because both driver and passenger side leaf springs had broken at the mount bushings","quote_3_odi":"11682178","quote_3_text":"The dri er side leaf spring broke at the fro t bushing attachment. The bushing is completely rusted and cracked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-seat-belt-retraction-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction and anchor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11586126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while parking and removing the seat belt, the belt retracted quickly wrapping around their child's neck","quote_2_odi":"11481442","quote_2_text":"Driver seat belt will not automatically/fully return. I have brought the issue to the attention of Service Advisors at two different Ford dealership's. They acknowledge the problem but note there is no fix available from Ford","quote_3_odi":"11425590","quote_3_text":"The right front seat belt pulled out of its anchor in the rear door. It’s clear the webbing did not go through the mounting eye. The belt was held in place only by the plastic housing until it pulled out today","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-spark-plug-water-intrusion","label":"Spark plug well water intrusion causing misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11731585","quote_1_text":"The cylinder #1 spark plug ignition coil. Check engine light came on and the vehicle began to vibrate while traveling 70 mph. The last 30 miles of the drive on an interstate required no speed higher than 50 to prevent the vibrations","quote_2_odi":"11572231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Ranger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle surged unintendedly. Additionally, the engine was misfiring. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with water leaking into cylinder #1","quote_3_odi":"11553010","quote_3_text":"The Ignition Coil and spark plug failed and caused the vehicle to misfire & lose power under load. The vehicle is available for inspection. Sudden loss of power could have caused a collision due to the vehicle suddenly slowing without warning in traffic conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-taillight-failure","label":"Taillight failure at connector C442","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11659506","quote_1_text":"Rear brake lights did not work, but high mount brake light functioned normally. I found a safety recall for the 2019 Ford Ranger for the same condition (19S43). This safety recall identifies connector C442 as the root cause for the incident","quote_2_odi":"11651773","quote_2_text":"The taillight on the driver's side has never worked properly. Took it for repair to get a replacement bulb. Personnel at local auto parts store were aware of problems on this model vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11651930","quote_3_text":"I purchased a 2020 Ford Ranger truck which had, either a faulty \"bulb,\" or other type of device which caused the driver side tail light to not illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shifting and delayed engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11710888","quote_1_text":"My 10 speed 10r80 transmission is failing and dangerous. Besides slipping bucking and delaying shifting it now revs up without moving. I've almost been hit more than 6 times. My ford dealer changed the fluid road tested and normal all that I'm complaining about is normal","quote_2_odi":"11673167","quote_2_text":"Repeated problems with the 10 SPD automatic transmission in my 2020 Ford Ranger. Transmission skips between gears, shakes, jerks, feels like I’m driving over rumble strips","quote_3_odi":"11746269","quote_3_text":"Truck was shifting weird the day before incident got really bad. The next day on the way home from my newborns dr appointment it began shuddering really badly and would make a loud thud noise when shifting so I had to pull off to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ford-ranger-2020-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration during brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11675521","quote_1_text":"On more than one occasion but still infrequently, I have been coming to a stop and while braking, the engine revs and lurches forward while I'm attempting to stop. It is rare that it happens but it is very scary when it does happen. No warning lights appear","quote_2_odi":"11390045","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD UNINTENDEDLY WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11309067","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 FORD RANGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO EFFECTIVELY STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-10r80-transmission-failure","label":"10R80 automatic transmission shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753464","quote_1_text":"The 10R80 10-speed automatic transmission and the gear-shift linkage module are defective, and the truck remains available for inspection. Our safety is constantly put at risk because the transmission exhibits an extremely violent, highly intermittent powertrain lunging jolt…","quote_2_odi":"11706677","quote_2_text":"I was driving and all of a sudden I lost acceleration in the middle of an intersection. My truck had no gears and gave me zero indication there was an issue. I then was told Ford has a newly designed part that fixes the issue and I would have to pay $7500","quote_3_odi":"11744440","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions the truck suddenly and randomly stalled in the middle of the freeway and in the middle of the road, feeling as if the transmission went into neutral with no power to move the vehicle. These incidents occurred multiple times putting myself and my small child…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure and blank screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11697876","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the back over prevention camera screen was either blank, frozen, or reversed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V442000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11695982","quote_2_text":"Rearview Camera:  Intermittent loss of rearview camera functionality when placing vehicle in Reverse. Affected roughly 50% of the time. When occurs, image is distorted for a a few seconds followed by a \"camera is unavailable, please contact dealer\" message on the display","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-brake-pedal-soft-low","label":"Brake pedal soft, low, and below accelerator","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11430896","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal travel is excessive, similar to a much older vehicle.  Brakes to not slow the vehicle until you press past the gas pedal, which introduces significant risk as the driver often simultaneously presses the gas pedal when making emergency or even normal stops","quote_2_odi":"11553431","quote_2_text":"Brakes pedal is soft and keeps going down as you push on it. The peddle does not pump up. Ford dealer says that that’s the way Ford Ranger brakes feel. There are no warning lights and no  noise coming from the brake system. Engine idle, the engine idles at 900+ rpm’s","quote_3_odi":"11443336","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, causing the accelerator pedal to depress simultaneously, due to the brake pedal being positioned very close to the accelerator pedal. While both the brake and accelerator pedals were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-door-ajar-warning","label":"False door-ajar warning light activation","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR ","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11419157","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear door constantly shows as ajar and triggers alarm, even when firmly closed. Unsure if cause is improperly fit body work or electrical components but nothing fixes it and dealer doesn't have time to look at it","quote_2_odi":"11421200","quote_2_text":"On numerous occasions, the \"rear drivers side door ajar\" warning shows on the dash and the lights inside the truck stay on even when i have not used the rear drivers side door but only the front drivers side door.  Vehicle currently has 754 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-door-handle-chrome-peeling","label":"Interior door handle chrome peeling and causing cuts","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:INTERIOR","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743600","quote_1_text":"My interior door handles have chrome-plated stickers.  They have started to bubble and peel to the point where my wife sliced her finger requiring an ER visit and stiches. I've seen on Reddit that other vehicle owners have had the same issues","quote_2_odi":"11527299","quote_2_text":"The surface of the drivers side interior door handle has peeled and created a dangerously sharp edge that WILL cause physical harm to the drivers hand. The middle finger on my left hand was sliced open on 06/15/2023","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-fuel-dilution-oil","label":"Fuel dilution in engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV), FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11606865","quote_1_text":"Excessive fuel in the oil. Oil smells of gas and is diluted. Almost a quart high at 3000 mile mark. Dealer and Ford admit this may be an issue on some engines but it is supposed to be normal??? We installed a pcv catch can and it will fill up with fuel in about 800-1000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11594530","quote_2_text":"The critical level of FUEL DILUTION (Fuel% = 5.5) in the motor oil of this vehicle's 2.3L EcoBoost engine poses a Safety Hazard due to its system's Fuel Leaks and Fire Danger probability existing since the vehicle purchase","quote_3_odi":"11439844","quote_3_text":"After driving a 700 mile round-trip, I got home and parked my vehicle in my garage. It have a strong smell of fuel and oil mix what's your is exceedingly strong the next morning when I woke up and went into the garage.  I pulled the oil dipstick out, the level was 2 inches…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2021-water-spark-plug-well","label":"Water intrusion into spark plug wells","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11584030","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was not responding when the accelerator pedal was depressed. Additionally, the vehicle was shaking from left to right. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the contact pulled to the side of the…","quote_2_odi":"11501301","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal on four separate occasions, with the check engine warning light illuminated. Despite the failure, the contact managed to drive the vehicle to a local dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11605717","quote_3_text":"Water leaks into spark plug wells causing vehicle to lose power no cover is over the sparkplugs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-acm-can-network-failure","label":"Audio Control Module failure disabling CAN bus systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11705968","quote_1_text":"The ACM (Audio Control Module) failed, causing a network failure in the CAN system. This caused a condition of no speedometer reading, no automatic braking, no adaptive cruise control, no fuel gauge reading, no blind spot monitoring, no forward collision, no rear cross traffic…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-electrical-no-start-module","label":"Electrical system no-start and module faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11630642","quote_1_text":"Truck cut off at an intersection without warning and would not turn back over. After multiple attempts and AAA service members checking batter car would not start. Has power but will not turn over dealership is saying there is a module issue but is not sure","quote_2_odi":"11529833","quote_2_text":"Had someone driving behind me flag me over. I had no tail lights, brake lights, turn signals front or rear or hazzard lights in the front or back. There is only 15,000kms on this truck. Head light low beam and high beam work. trying to get in contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-engine-rpm-surge","label":"Unintended engine RPM surge to 4500 RPM","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11537510","quote_1_text":"Engine revolutions increased to 4500 rpm while waiting for a school bus to unload. Engine revolutions increased to 4500 rpm while waiting at intersection  Engine increased to 4500 rpm’s while driving down road slowly in front of school","quote_2_odi":"11607226","quote_2_text":"Five separate incidents where the truck suddenly accelerated to 4500 rpm while in drive. Usually at low speeds. Last incident occurred in driveway where the truck left skid marks on the pavers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-fuel-dilution-engine","label":"Fuel dilution of engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11582507","quote_1_text":"Came out the next day and the Garage smelled like a gas can. Looked all around could not find signs of the gas. Got in the truck and was overwhelmed by gas smell. Moved the vehicle out of the garage. Googled the issue and found 170 pages of people with the same issue. The engine…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-neutral-tow-transmission-overheat","label":"Neutral Tow mode and transmission overheating during flat tow","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753520","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was placed into Ford’s Neutral Tow mode according to the owner’s manual before being recreationally towed behind a motorhome. The instrument cluster displayed Ford’s confirmation that Neutral Tow was enabled and the vehicle was ready for four-wheel-down towing.  The…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-rear-windshield-fracture","label":"Rear windshield spontaneous fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11592254","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 2 MPH and exiting the driveway, the contact heard a loud bang coming from the vehicle. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the rear windshield had fractured without impact","quote_2_odi":"11449739","quote_2_text":"I was stopped at a red light, not moving, and the rear window completely shattered, the entire window, except the small center slider","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2022-transmission-failure-shifting","label":"10R80 transmission failure and shifting faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11587499","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle revved but failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact came to a…","quote_2_odi":"11505415","quote_2_text":"The transmission and or converter on the vehicle continue to have harsh vibrations in all gears.   The unit has a difficult time finding the right gear for the traveling speed.  Some times accelerates slightly from a stopped position which requires excessive force on the brake","quote_3_odi":"11702894","quote_3_text":"Started having issues with 10R80 transmission at 40k then a complete replacement at 53k, nothing but continued problems, now back at shop a week later for knocking and transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08-29 → 2026-01-19","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11711896","quote_1_text":"I called the Ford dealership to schedule the recall repair and they told me parts were not available. I explained to them I had a recall letter stating parts were now available and to schedule the repair. The dealer said they had the parts on order and they have not received any yet.…","quote_2_odi":"11684270","quote_2_text":"Why hasn't Ford found replacement parts for this airbag defect. I don't feel safe driving a car that may cause more injury to my person if I'm in an accident. This should fixed immediately. Or I would like to return my vehicle for full refund or get a new one with out safety issues.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-bed-rail-bracket","label":"Missing load box reinforcement bracket in truck bed","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09-17 → 2025-03-15","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11617130","quote_1_text":"2024 Ford Ranger Trucks made in Michigan between January 4, 2024 to July 15, 2024 do not include the load box reinforcement bracket.  Without this bracket installed, if the owner were to place more than 88lbs onto one or both bed side rails the bed could crack, warp…","quote_2_odi":"11644040","quote_2_text":"The manufacturer has stated it could/may occur if a certain fix is not performed, but are unwilling to issue a recall for said fix, or even produce the parts they say are necessary to implement the fix.  I own a 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor that Ford has demonstrated has…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Excessive brake pedal travel and soft pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08-29 → 2026-04-28","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11734275","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal is extremely soft and routinely travels to the floor during normal driving conditons.  It also catches at various levels.  It is impossible to tap the brakes to slow the vehicle down when rounding a corner which has led to several scary incidents and…","quote_2_odi":"11683910","quote_2_text":"Three times I've almost rearended a car in front because of a braking system that doesn't stop the truck quickly enough.  The pedal will travel 6\" at times before it engages.  This is very dangerous especially when braking when travelling around curves or round a bouts.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-drive-mode-self-change","label":"Unintended drive mode change while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-08-25 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751668","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the 4WD message was displayed and the 4H warning light illuminated before the screen went blank, and the rear wheels locked up, causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and drive into a ditch.","quote_2_odi":"11753943","quote_2_text":"The vehicle changed it's drive mode on it's own without user interaction.   The event happened while driving at 70MPH on the Interstate.  Vehicle changed to the Baja drive mode by itself which also tries to change from 2H to 4H at speed.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-rear-seat-latch","label":"Rear seat backrest latch failure to secure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11-26 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11627625","quote_1_text":"The rear seats in the 2024/2025 Ford Raptor Ranger are connected to the rear of the cab via a single latch. The single latch does not always latch. I noticed it had failed to properly latch the next day when I was installing my car seats.…","quote_2_odi":"11756252","quote_2_text":"The rear seat backrest has a manufacturing defect that prevents the seat from properly locking into the secured position. The seat backrest remains loose and does not provide confidence that it is fully latched.  To close or secure the seat, excessive force is required.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-throttle-hesitation","label":"Intermittent loss of throttle response during acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-02-24 → 2026-07-23","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728371","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor has been suddenly losing power or stumbling upon initial acceleration. This has been occurring intermittently since it was nearly new. My truck now has approximately 10,500 miles. The problem has become increasingly frequent. It seems to occur…","quote_2_odi":"11703525","quote_2_text":"Loss of power/accelleration. Multiple times. Issue has always occurred when turning left quickly then trying to accellerate. to make the immediate uphill. The accellerator goes dead for 3-4 seconds, then works. Engine RPM does not speed up when commanded, but then does…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2024-transmission-shift-behavior","label":"Hard downshifts and transmission gear engagement issues","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08-10 → 2026-04-30","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11660910","quote_1_text":"Transmission on this brand new vehicle with less than 3500 miles is bad. Safety issue as well. Periodically you will go to press accelerator and nothing will happen. The truck will fall out of gear and will not accelerate randomly. I've had this incident occur when trying to get…","quote_2_odi":"11734739","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has had hard down shift at slow speeds.  Sometimes so hard that i thought I got rearended when stopping.  Sometimes you can feel it but not horrible, other times it's bad!  I've been trying 6 months to get Coggin Ford to look at it and they keep putting me off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2025-brake-pedal-obstruction","label":"Foot obstruction when transitioning to brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03-06 → 2026-03-21","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726015","quote_1_text":"When i move my foot from the gas to the brake several times the shoe has caught the plastic trim above the gas pedal,  and several times it has also caught the plastic trim piece on the right side of the gas pedal.  This has kept me from braking quickly because the shoe gets…","quote_2_odi":"11722392","quote_2_text":"The first time I drove my Ford Ranger and went to brake, I was startled by my right shoe getting tangled and wedged on something. I was able to get to the brake and come to a stop in plenty of time but it did give my heart a jump. It has happened several times with my husband as…","quote_3_odi":"11667014","quote_3_text":"The brake pedal sits too high and there are obstructions under the dashboard. I'm a size 10.5 shoe, when transitioning from gas to brake, I need to lift my foot, then when transitioning the top of my foot left, it hits braces/panels under the dash and delays my braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2025-spontaneous-4wd-mode-change","label":"Spontaneous drive mode changes while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-06-16 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744966","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds vehicle changes the drive mode at random. Even attempting to go into 4 low at high speeds. If the vehicle is able to change into 4 low at high speeds this could send the vehicle into uncontrollable lock down to the drive train and potently…","quote_2_odi":"11744564","quote_2_text":"This morning while driving to get my wondows tinted I noticed my truck flashing to apply brakes as it was trying to shift itself into 4wd low setting. Sure enough i looked over and the truck was switching drive modes when no one had touched it","quote_3_odi":"11755760","quote_3_text":"Truck is randomly switching to Baja mode which engages the 4wheel drive making steering difficult","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Ranger","model_slug":"ranger","cluster_id":"ranger-2025-throttle-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of accelerator response at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09-17 → 2026-08-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744742","quote_1_text":"On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left.  The duration of loss of power has increased…","quote_2_odi":"11733498","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Ford Ranger Lariat FX4 has experienced sudden and complete loss of accelerator pedal response while driving at low speed on at least 4 to 6 separate occasions. The engine continues to run normally, but pressing the accelerator produces no power and no vehicle response","quote_3_odi":"11754755","quote_3_text":"I was exiting the freeway, and as I was turning off of the freeway onto a side street, at approximately 20mph, my vehicle did not respond to throttle input, and left me slowing to a stop in the middle of a busy intersection. I had to shift my vehicle into neutral and then back…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ford/ranger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10555669","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO YIELD RIGHT-OF-WAY AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10492237","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING A CAR DROVE THROUGH A STOP SIGN AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF HER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED","quote_3_odi":"10465432","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO HER WHEN IT DROVE THROUGH A STOP LIGHT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-brakes-engage-on-own","label":"Brakes engage without pedal input","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11543189","quote_1_text":"Every couple weeks when driving slowly around a corner, the brakes will all of a sudden come on & stop my car","quote_2_odi":"11014092","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES WILL ACTIVATE BY THEMSELVES WITH NO FOOT ON BRAKE. WITH NO NOTICE IT WILL TURN INTO A FULL PANIC STOP","quote_3_odi":"10363831","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED IN ORDER TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2009-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10375740","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STOPS RUNNING AND HAS TO BE RESTARTED. IT HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 6 TIMES OVER 22 MONTHS AND HAD IT TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10313356","quote_2_text":"I WAS A PASSENGER LAST SPRING IN A 2009 FORD TAURUS SEDAN AND WE WERE TRAVELING DOWN A LONG INCLINE AT APPROX 60 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE DIED LEAVING THE CAR WITHOUT POWER STEERING OR BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10488658","quote_3_text":"FORD TAURUS 2009 ENGINE STALLED WHILE GOING ABOUT 55 MPH. DRIVER RESTARTED CAR BY SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL AND RESTARTING CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-suspension-steering-clunk","label":"Suspension and steering clunking or instability","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10340478","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION, THE WHEELS WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL NOISE. THE WHEELS ALSO FELT UNSTABLE AND LOSE","quote_2_odi":"10854509","quote_2_text":"TAURUS STARTS FROM A FULL STOP ACCELERATING AND AT 40-45 MPH THE CAR JERKS HARD TO THE RIGHT, THERE IS A GRINDING NOISE FROM DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL, AND THE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT COMES ON AND CAN NOT BE TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"11478362","quote_3_text":"Car shop replaced front suspension struts 1/23/19. I told owner that made the clunking noise ever worse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-transmission-hard-shift-rollback","label":"Transmission hard shifting and hill rollback","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11461742","quote_1_text":"On 4 separate occassions, my 2009 Ford Taurus limited automatic transmission dropped out of gear while I was accelerating slowly away from a stop","quote_2_odi":"10291839","quote_2_text":"THE PROBLEM OCCURS AFTER STOPPING IN TRAFFIC ON AN INCLINED STREET, WHEN TRAFFIC STARTS AND YOU LET OFF THE BRAKE TO MOVE YOUR FOOT THE ACCELERATOR, THE CAR FREELY ROLLS BACKWARDS TOWARD THE CAR BEHIND YOU","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2009,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2009-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or stuck throttle","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2009-04 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10508726","quote_1_text":"I WAS AT A STOP AND THERE WERE PEOPLE INFRONT OF ME WHEN I WENT TO MOVE FORWARD I TAPPED ON THE GAS PEDAL AND IT ACCELERATED REALLY FAST AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HIT THE BACK OF A VAN AND MY AIR BAG WENT OFF","quote_2_odi":"10505344","quote_2_text":"AS SHE DID SHE LET UP OFF THE ACCELERATOR BUT THE CAR KEPT INCREASING SPEED. SHE REALIZED THAT THE THROTTLE WAS STUCK AND STARTED TO PUMP THE PETAL IN HOPES TO FREE IT","quote_3_odi":"10264241","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, SHE NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ACCELERATING BY ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Front and rear brake grinding noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10361350","quote_1_text":"GRINDING FRONT BRAKES NOT RELATED TO WORN PADS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10372074","quote_2_text":"2010 FORD TAURUS SHO- WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED GRINDING NOISE IS HEARD. HAPPENED AFTER ABOUT 1000 MI., DEALER REPLACED PADS..MOST PREVALENT WHEN WEATHER IS COLDER. WAS GOOD FOR AWHILE BUT STARTED AGAIN AFTER 9000 MI.!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-brake-pedal-travels-to-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel to floorboard","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11400248","quote_1_text":"WITH THE CAR ON WHEN STOPPING THE BRAKES ARE FADING. WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKES THEY GO ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE BOTTOM SLOWLY","quote_2_odi":"11469218","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress the floorboard without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-engine-stall-no-warning","label":"Engine stall while driving without warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2014-12","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10652424","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 TAURUS SEL V-6 3.5 SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH. ABOUT 6 WEEKS LATER THE ENGINE TURNED ITSELF OFF AGAIN WHILE PARKED. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10621669","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD TAURUS. AFTER MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11344294","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE STEERING SEIZED UP AND THE VEHICLE BECOMES UNSAFE","quote_2_odi":"11244696","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING GAVE OUT SAME PROBLEMS AS OTHER MODELS FORD HAD RECALL ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-transmission-hesitation-clunk","label":"Transmission hesitation and delayed engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10335022","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION \"CATCHES\" WHILE DRIVING AT SPEED CAUSING THE CAR TO HESITATE. FEELS AS THOUGH THE VEHICLE WILL STALL AND CAUSE A REAR END TYPE OF ACCIDENT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11112481","quote_2_text":"POWER TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING CAUSING VEHICLE TO NOT STAY IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10556195","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE RAPIDLY","quote_2_odi":"11064939","quote_2_text":"PUSHED ON ACCELERATOR TO PASS.AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING STOMP ON BRAKE AND IT STILL WOULDN'T SLOW DOWN. HAD TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL.ENGINE RPM STAYED AT ABOUT 4500 RPM. TAPPED GAS PEDAL WITH FOOT A FEW TIMES BEFORE ENGINE RPM RETURNED TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2010,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2010-water-pump-engine-damage","label":"Internal water pump failure damaging engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11042604","quote_1_text":"THE WATER PUMP DAMAGED THE ENGINE ON MY 2010 TAURUS BROUGHT IT TO A FORD DEALER NOW DEALER TOLD ME I NEED A NEW ENGINE WITH A COST OF $5000.00 PLUS LABOR ,WATER PUMP IS INSIDE THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10903062","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE ENGINE OVERHEATING DISPLAY CAME ON AND THE ENGINE LOST MOST OF ITS POWER. UPON ISPECTION THE RADIATOR COOLANT TANK WAS EMPTY. FILLED THE TANK WITH WATER AND DROVE TO THE NEAREST FORD DEALER. THE DEALER SAID THE WATER PUMP HAD FAILED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2011-electrical-shutdown-stall","label":"Sudden electrical shutdown and stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11099402","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET THE WEEK OF MAY 20, 2018 WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY WENT DEAD. (LOSS OF POWERING STEERING AND BREAKS). I DRIFTED TO A STOP ALONG THE ROADSIDE. AFTER TURNING THE CAR OFF I CHECKED THE BREAKS AND STEERING AND THEN WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10794725","quote_2_text":"MY CAR HAS SIMPLY SHUT DOWN 4 TIMES. FIST AT A STOP SIGN, THEN ON A HIGHWAY, AGAIN AT A STOP AND AGAIN ON A HIGHWAY. ALMOST WAS HIT ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER JUST AS A SEMI SPED BY ME. EVERYTHING SHUTS DOWN AS IF THE KEY WAS TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"10406054","quote_3_text":"2011 FORD TAURUS STALLS OUT AT HIGH SPEEDS OR LOW SPEEDS, ANYTIME FOOT IS NOT ON ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AND ONCE EVEN WHILE BACKING UP. FORD SERVICE SAYS THAT IT'S BECAUSE OF A DEFECTIVE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE BODY, WHICH DOESN'T SET IDLE SPEED HIGH ENOUGH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2011-headlight-visibility","label":"Headlight low-beam visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2013-11","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10488647","quote_1_text":"RENTED A 2011 FORD TAURUS IN MAUI; DRIVING BACK FROM HANA AFTER DARK, WE COULDN'T SEE THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE OF THE HEADLIGHTS, WHICH APPEARED TO BE SEVERELY OUT OF ADJUSTMENT --- THEY AIMED LEFT","quote_2_odi":"10393179","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS DO NOT SHINE FAR ENOUGH AHEAD TO BE ABLE TO SEE ANYTHING THAT'S OVER 200 FEET AHEAD. ONLY WAY YOU CAN SEE FARTHER IS TO USE THE BRIGHT LIGHTS ALL THE TIME. YOU CANT SEE CURVES COMING UP OR DEER STANDING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD NOTHING","quote_3_odi":"10360502","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS ON LOW BEAM DID NOT PROVIDE ENOUGH LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER BUT THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11675109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring an increased effort to maneuver the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11386141","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY CAR USED A FEW MONTHS AGO. DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. I COULDN'T TURN THE WHEEL. I COULD HAVE BEEN IN A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME O. IT DID THIS TWO OR THREE TIMES. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE IT ANYMORE","quote_3_odi":"11105396","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2011-powertrain-shift-issues","label":"Transmission shift shudder and unintended acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10457421","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WILL JUMP INTO THE NEXT GEAR WITH A SHUDDER AT ABOUT 35MPH. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10487155","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT HARD WHEN SHIFTING GEARS. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE VIOLENTLY WHEN ENGAGING IN GEAR AND ACCELERATING OVER 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10521381","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2011 TAURUS SEL A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO. ONE DAY WHILE DRIVING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE CAR ACCELERATED FULL SPEED ON ITS OWN HEAD ON INTO A WALL AND WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED ($11,000+ IN DAMAGES - THE DRIVER AIRBAG DEPLOYED BUT I WAS NOT INJURED)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2011-water-pump-failure","label":"Internal water pump failure and coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11685997","quote_1_text":"The water pump failed on my Taurus, leaking coolant my into the engine, causing irrepairable damage","quote_2_odi":"11141179","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TAURUS. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A KNOCKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","quote_3_odi":"10949901","quote_3_text":"I HAD A INTERNAL WATER PUMP FAILURE FILLING THE ENGINE WITH COOLANT. THIS RESULTED IN A ENGINE HYDRO LOCK CONDITION (LUCKILY I WAS ABLE LIMP A VERY ROUGH RUNNING CAR IN THE EMERGENCY LANE AT 15MPH TO A NEARBY EXIT)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-door-handle-recall-backorder","label":"Door handle recall parts backorder","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11228997","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE FAILED TO OPEN THE DOOR TO ALLOW EGRESS. IT HANGS OUT LIMPLY ON ITS HINGES NOT ENGAGING THE DOOR LATCH","quote_2_odi":"10808374","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V040000 (STRUCTURE) WAS RECEIVED IN MARCH OF 2015","quote_3_odi":"10712431","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURER RECALL ON THE STRUCTURE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-electrical-power-loss-driving","label":"Complete loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11508801","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway, when the car lights, radio, air conditioner, steering wheel, speed all goes out. The car wouldn’t crank back up and theft system keep coming on","quote_2_odi":"10906726","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, ALL THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, WAIT TEN MINUTES, AND RESUME DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11243096","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL.: THE CAR POWER'S DOWN WHILE DRIVING, AIR CONDITION,LIGHTS, SIGNALS SHUTS DOWN, THEFT ALERT COMES ON ALSO. ALL THESE THINGS HAPPENING WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, IN THE CITY, AND WHILE PARK!!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-engine-stall-driving","label":"Sudden engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11030547","quote_1_text":"CAR STALLED COMPLTLY SHUT DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY WHILE TRAVELING AT 115 KLM AN HOUR IN HOT HUMID WEATHER","quote_2_odi":"10794465","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND ALL SYSTEMS SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY GOING STRAIGHT. HAD TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY AND AFTER A FEW MINUTES THE ENGINE STARTED","quote_3_odi":"10490300","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-fcim-climate-control-failure","label":"FCIM climate control malfunction with stuck heat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11376542","quote_1_text":"2012 FORD TAURUS. WHEN YOU FIRST START THE CAR WHILE ITS STATIONARY, THE FCIM (FRONT CONTROL INTERFACE MODULE) MALFUNCTIONED WHICH CAUSED THE DEFROST TO HAVE ELECTRICAL ISSUES. AND THE RADIO DOES NOT WORK","quote_2_odi":"10914484","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, THE FCIM (FRONT CONTROL INTERFACE MODULE) MALFUNCTIONED WHICH CAUSED THE DEFROST TO HAVE ELECTRICAL ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"10638522","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TAURUS SEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RADIO BECAME INOPERABLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE HEATER SETTING COULD NOT BE ADJUSTED ON THE DRIVER' SIDE AND THERE WAS NO AIR BLOWING THROUGH THE PASSENGER'S SIDE VENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-headlight-low-beam-cutoff","label":"Low-beam headlight cutoff limiting visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10551647","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE A VERY DEFINITE LINE BETWEEN THE LIT AND UNLIT AREA OF THE ROADWAY AND SURROUNDING AREAS","quote_2_odi":"10511794","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT IN OUR FORD TAURUS THERE IS A VERY NOTICEABLE HORIZONTAL LINE ACROSS THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD. THIS DIVIDES THE WINDSHIELD IN HALF AND LOOKING THROUGH THE UPPER HALF IS SIMILAR TO LOOKING THROUGH DARK SUNGLASSES AT NIGHT WHILE THE LOWER HALF IS CLEAR","quote_3_odi":"10437238","quote_3_text":"2012 TAURUS THE HEADLIGHTS ON THE 2012 TAURUS HAVE A VERY SHARP SHORT CUTOFF THAT LIMITS VISIBILITY GREATLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"ford-taurus-2012-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11569997","quote_1_text":"The steering shut down and I could not steer the vehicle in a Holiday parking lot and I almost hit a pedestrian. My engine and oil light came on. I had to shut the car off and turn it back on and it worked again. This is the second time this has happened to me!","quote_2_odi":"11447416","quote_2_text":"In 2016 we had a recall fixed for power steering assist failure after I lost power steering going 55 mph down the highway and approaching a corner","quote_3_odi":"11298595","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING GOT SUPER TIGHT AND HARD TO STEER. DRIVING ON A STRAIGHT STRETCH OF ROAD. GOT AN ALIGNMENT IT HELPED BUT TWO DAYS LATER IT WENT BACK TO HARD TO STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2013-backup-camera-image-failure","label":"Backup camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":589,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11694947","quote_1_text":"My reverse screen camera doesn't work. The warning beeps do intermittently, but the view does not and hasn't for years. I just get a message. Sometimes if I turn the camera off and then on it resets it. I got this tip from someone at Ford. This year and make should be part of","quote_2_odi":"11671559","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R), the back over prevention camera image was upside down. The contact stated that the message to contact a dealer was displayed. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent however,","quote_3_odi":"11482187","quote_3_text":"8/31/22 Ford announced a rear view camera recall for foggy cloudy images resulting in a lack of functionality due to poor visibility on select vehicles and production years. That recall needs to be expanded significantly. My 2013 Taurus rear view camera has been foggy/cloudy for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2013-fuel-system-stall-hard-start","label":"Intermittent stall and hard start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":589,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11669991","quote_1_text":"I purchased this car April 1 2025 the car drove fine up until this past week I got in the car it had a very long crank but started and it acted as if it wasn't getting fuel. So I shut it off waited and started it back it seemed OK I went and purchased some fuel cleaner and gas","quote_2_odi":"11584635","quote_2_text":"Everytime I get gas the car has a hard time starting and most times after it starts it shuts down due to low idling after startup","quote_3_odi":"11498191","quote_3_text":"The car stalled out on the highway requiring to pull off the road, shut off, and then restart multiple times. The check engine light indicated fuel system pressure is low. There are known complaints of the fuel delivery system failing intermittently in the 2013 Taurus","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2013-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":589,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11758184","quote_1_text":"The power steering system is continually giving Power Steering Assist Failure and Service Advance Trac. The code U3000 was identified by Ford technician. This code is found in a Ford recall 15S18, my VIN is not included in this recall. The power steering quits working while the","quote_2_odi":"11748489","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the electric power steering suddenly failed without prior warning. The steering pulled sharply to the right, but the driver managed to maintain control and steered the vehicle safely into a","quote_3_odi":"11725250","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving under normal conditions, the vehicle became extremely difficult to steer, and significant physical strength was needed to turn the steering wheel. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V340000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2013-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":589,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11512398","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she lost control of the vehicle. The contact's wife veered into the median and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the rear toe link was","quote_2_odi":"11397604","quote_2_text":"THE REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK FAILED ON MY VEHICLE WHILE I WAS DRIVING IN CITY TRAFFIC, GOING STRAIGHT. I COULD ONLY GO 5 MPH TO THE NEAREST REPAIR SHOP AS THE REAR WHEEL WAS NEAR FALLING OFF. THERE ARE SEVERAL RECALLS FOR THIS IDENTICAL PART, BUT NOT MY SPECIFIC VIN.....EVEN","quote_3_odi":"11390224","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL VIBRATION COMING FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VIBRATION WAS FELT IN THE SEAT AND STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2013-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":589,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11590450","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he observed condensation underneath the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11532461","quote_2_text":"My water pump started to leak at 114398 miles. The crankshaft oil seal had to be replaced. This repair because of the flawed design cost 3,245.78. I would like ford to refund the cost of the repair","quote_3_odi":"11461626","quote_3_text":"I believe there is a an unissued recall for my Engine type. The cost to replace a water pump exceeds normal circumstances due to Ford engineers placing the water pump inside of the engine instead of outside making it a $2000 to $5000 job instead of a $200 job. Instead of a water","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2014-fuel-pump-control-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11253774","quote_1_text":"FUEL PUMP RELAY OVERHEATED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE BEHIND BACK SEAT NEAR GAS TANK. PART MELTED AND VEHICLE IS INOPERABLE. TODDLER CAR SEAT WAS LOCATED IN FRONT OF FIRE LOCATION","quote_2_odi":"11072301","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE STALLS WHILE IN MOTION ON BOTH CITY STREETS AND ON HIGHWAYS. AT TIMES IT WILL NOT RUN AT ALL. I LEARNED THAT CERTAIN 2014 FORD TAURUS MODELS HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR THIS SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11731735","quote_3_text":"There is a recall on 2014 Ford Taurus’ but my VIN does not pop as one that is effective, yet I have all the symptoms. My fuel pump control module, and other various parts of my fuel pump keep failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2014-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11498583","quote_1_text":"While traveling at 55 MPH, entered a curve my steering completely locked up causing me to collide with the guard rail","quote_2_odi":"11424184","quote_2_text":"The power steering failed for no reason and i hit a curb.There is multiple complaints on the internet with this same issue..Very dangerous and it happened without warning if there was a pedestrian on the curb i could of hit them","quote_3_odi":"11319188","quote_3_text":"POWER ASSIST IS DEFTLY, LOSING POWER WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO TURN, VERY TOUGH TO TURN HALF THE TIME. THE HAVE A RECALL FOR IT BUT FOR THE YEARS 2011-13 WHEN 2014 SHOULD BE INCLUDED THERE'S A LOT OF OTHERS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2014-rear-suspension-toe-link-fracture","label":"Rear suspension toe link fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11363141","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE RECALL FROM FEBRUARY 2020 FRACTURED REAR SUSPENSION TOE LINK FORD DEALER STATING PART IS STILL NOT AVAILBLE","quote_2_odi":"11428796","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at undetermined speed, the vehicle was vibrating","quote_3_odi":"11328096","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE VIBRATED ABNORMALLY WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2014-rearview-camera-blank-distorted","label":"Rearview camera blank or distorted image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11686233","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to operate as needed, with a blank image displayed on the screen while the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R)","quote_2_odi":"11525776","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the back-up camera was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11119846","quote_3_text":"BACK UP CAMERA GOES OUT SOMETIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2014-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11630280","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to immediately restart and experienced rough driving and would not properly accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11496302","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle overheated, lost motive power and stalled","quote_3_odi":"11399740","quote_3_text":"THE WATER PUMP ONE OUT AND HAD HAD TO REPLACE IT AND THE GASKETS THEN THE LOW OIL PUMP LIGHT CAME ON POSSIBLY HAVE TO REPLACE THE MOTOR OR OIL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure pending recall parts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756794","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was intermittently…","quote_2_odi":"11753702","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera went blank, and the vehicle crashed into a fence. The contact stated that the trunk was dented, and the rear-view camera was damaged","quote_3_odi":"11689553","quote_3_text":"Backup camera of 2015 Ford Taurus. The screen will be blank or the picture may be upside down or it says report to the dealership immediately. Does not happen every time but most times. I backed into a UPS van because the camera did not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11499973","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the vehicle would not start. The contact stated that after multiple attempts the vehicle failed to start up. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11268842","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ON BUSY ROAD, VEHICLE LOST POWER. ALMOST REAR-ENDED BEFORE BEING ABLE TO COAST INTO EMPTY PARKING LOT. WENT INTO LIMP MODE. COULD NOT ACCELERATE. VEHICLE MAINTENANCE INDICATOR WITH WRENCH CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11220834","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH ON BUSY ROAD, VEHICLE LOST POWER. WAS ABLE TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering assist failure or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11517130","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the steering wheel became very firm, with the vehicle independently jerking to the right. The contact had to use excessive force to return the vehicle to center lane","quote_2_odi":"11432941","quote_2_text":"The contact's fiancé owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while his fiancé was driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that the power steering assist fault warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable","quote_3_odi":"11252548","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO BURLINGTON MA ON AUGUST 29, 2019 AND, WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN TO ENTER ONTO RTE 3 NORTHBOUND, I LOST ALL MY POWER STEERING. AT THE MOMENT OF FAILURE, THE STEERING WHEEL SNAPPED ABRUPTLY TO THE LEFT ALMOST CAUSING ME TO HIT THE GUARD RAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-powertrain-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510264","quote_1_text":"1. FAILURE ITEM: TRANSMISSION. REVERSE GEAR FAIL. AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. 2. UNABLE TO REVERSE VEHICLE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUAION","quote_2_odi":"11218253","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT 45 MILES AN HOUR THROUGH TOWN AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING THE CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING AND THEN A LOUD BANG. THE TRANSFER CASE DETACHED RIGHT OFF THE TRANSMISSION AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS DAMAGED IN THE PROCESS","quote_3_odi":"11532933","quote_3_text":"The location of the vehicle's transmission valve body assembly subjects it to excessively high heat which subsequently causes it to fail. The vehicle was purchased used with 35,115 miles and the valve body assembly failed at 58,344 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624066","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11458858","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hit a pothole and started shaking while driving","quote_3_odi":"11321170","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TOE LINK DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT VEERED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROADWAY FOR ASSISTANCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2015-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure with no warning indicator","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556473","quote_1_text":"Water pump is defective, leaks, and provides no warning in system. Replacing is unbelievably expensive ($5,000 for a water pump, but inside engine so extensive labor) and Ford needs to perform a recall as it can create major motor damage rendering the vehicle inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11459439","quote_2_text":"My water pump went out with 0 warning. Not even a low coolant light came on. I checked the coolant noticed it was a little low, went to work and on my way home from work my car overheated; again with no low coolant light or warning","quote_3_odi":"11252474","quote_3_text":"2015 FORD TAURUS UNDER 93,000 WATER PUMP FAILURE. NO WARNINGS WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. STARTED TO OVER HEAT AND COOLANT WAS PORING OUT UNDERNEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-b-pillar-trim-detach","label":"B-pillar trim detachment under structure recall","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11753126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11710983","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the passenger's side door exterior B-Pillar trim was detaching. Additionally, while in reverse(R), the rearview camera displayed a blue image or the message \"Camera Unavailable\" was displayed on the screen","quote_3_odi":"11697966","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V611000 (Structure) and 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-fuel-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel or exhaust odor entering cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10905029","quote_1_text":"THIS NEW 2016 TAURUS SHO HAS A STRONG FUEL, OIL OR CARBON MONOXIDE FUMES ENTERING THE CABIN WHILE DRIVING. THIS OCCURS WITH OR WITHOUT THE AC RUNNING. THE FUMES ARE SO STRONG THAT I MUST DRIVE WITH THE WINDOWS DOWN","quote_2_odi":"10899182","quote_2_text":"UPON HARD ACCELERATION, CABIN IS FILLED WITH STRONG ROTTEN EGG SMELL / EXHAUST. AC IS IN THE AUTO MODE AND RECIRCULATION IS NOT ENGAGED. MUST ROLL ALL WINDOWS DOWN IN ORDER TO CLEAR THE CABIN OF FUMES","quote_3_odi":"11456738","quote_3_text":"Smell of gas inside and outside of 2016 Ford Taurus while driving and while not driving. Dealer hasn't done anything to correct the problem despite consumer's on going requests both at the dealership and corporate executive level","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering assist failure or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11543517","quote_1_text":"Rack and pinion malfunctioned causing vehicle steering to pull to one side, eventually causing steering wheel to lock up making it almost impossible to steer vehicle. Problem confirmed by dealer, happened under 60k miles, however vehicle was passed year for factory warranty","quote_2_odi":"11488701","quote_2_text":"The future that failed on my vehicle was the epas or electronic power assisted steering. This feature failed while I was on the freeway at upwards of 65 mph the steering wheel locked and I was unable to turn the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11669222","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that there was a loose steering bolt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11732495","quote_1_text":"Bushing of the driver side rear toe link (aka lateral link, toe arm, etc.) separated, causing the rest of the toe link to disconnect from the tire. Images are available but the original part has been taken by the mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11512448","quote_2_text":"2016 Ford Taruas SEL Both Rear Toe Links went bad at around 64,000 miles The car is incontrollable on bumpy roads, which causes the car to veer very hard into the next lane or off the road","quote_3_odi":"11543127","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed over a dip in the roadway, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the rear of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure pending recall parts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11755923","quote_1_text":"I own a 2016 Ford Taurus Limited that is covered under Ford Safety Recall 25SA9 / NHTSA Recall 25V-695 for the rearview camera. I received the recall notification in October 2025 stating that a remedy was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11482978","quote_2_text":"I was backing up in a parking lot when the backup camera suddenly inverted and I nearly ran over a small child. It now only works about 40% of the time and usually the image is inverted or scrambled. This is dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11707871","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact received a recall notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V6950000 (Back Over Prevention); however; the recall remedy parts were not available. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera displayed a blurry image","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-turbo-oil-line-leak","label":"Turbocharger oil line leak","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11556641","quote_1_text":"my vehicle's oil lines to the turbo charger failed and caused a huge oil leak and my car was smoking all over the highway. I had the vehicle towed to a nearby service station recommended by AAA","quote_2_odi":"10990946","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY CAR INTO THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT DUE TO A STRONG SMELL OF PROPANE/NATURAL GAS. THE SERVICE WRITER INFORMED ME THAT THE SMELL WAS REALLY BAD BUT THAT IT SHOULD BE SAFE TO DRIVE AND THAT SHE COULDN'T GET ME IN UNTIL TUESDAY","quote_3_odi":"11329522","quote_3_text":"OIL LEAK FROM TURBO LINE, WAS SHOWING RECALL AFFECTED 2016 FORD TAURUS SHO REFERENCE 16S463 BUT WHEN I CALL DEALER AND LOOK UP VIN MY CAR IS NOT SHOWING TO BE INCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2016-water-pump-coolant","label":"Engine water pump and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11654572","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the engine overheated. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated","quote_2_odi":"11593733","quote_2_text":"I have learned there is a known issue with the 3.5liter twin turbo V6 motor Water Pump. The \"cyclone motor\" design by Ford has a known problem with water pump leaking and must be replaced, costs are typically $4,500","quote_3_odi":"11091157","quote_3_text":"DURING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN FOUND CRACKED COOLANT TANK. CONSISTENT PROBLEM ON 2016 TAURUS AND EXPLORER. CRACKED COOLANT TANK PRESENTS RISK OF FIRE, SKIN BURNS, ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT SHORTS AND PREMATURE ENGINE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-b-pillar-trim-detach","label":"B-pillar trim detachment under recall 25V611000","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11736664","quote_1_text":"I have been attempting to get recall 25S91 resolved at Cavender Ford of OKC in [XXX] since early March 2026. On March 3, 2026, my contact at the dealership [XXX] ) told me the repair would be completed within a few weeks. The recall exists because 'a B-pillar trim applique that","quote_2_odi":"11715574","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger's side B-pillar trim detached. The contact became aware that the front driver's side B-Pillar trim was loose. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an","quote_3_odi":"11717488","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V611000 (Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving in rainy weather at various speeds, there was water","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-backup-camera-inversion","label":"Backup camera image inversion or loss of display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11699691","quote_1_text":"When backing, the rear cameras are intermittently showing objects upside down and fuzzy making it difficult to decipher and recognize objects at the rear of the car, and frequently does not display anything on the in-dash screen, but instead saying the system isn't available","quote_2_odi":"11672894","quote_2_text":"Lately, the backup assist feature has started to malfunction more frequently. The screen reads the backup cameras are unavailable. At other times, it functions fine as designed. This would not pick up a child who could be at the rear of the vehicle. Sometimes the screen goes","quote_3_odi":"11688671","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is appearing Upside down on display and sometimes inverted. When it gets dark outside, the backup camera has lines appear on the display so you can’t use it when it’s dark. This is a huge safety risk as to having the camera display upside down/inverted/not clear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-dashboard-light-delay","label":"Dashboard and gauge lighting delay or dimness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11120431","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SOME OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WERE TOO DIM TO READ WHILE DRIVING DURING THE DAYTIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HART FORD LINCOLN (117 LAKE ST, ROSCOMMON, MI 48653, (989) 275-8922) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT","quote_2_odi":"11163028","quote_2_text":"HAVE A CLICK IN STERLING WHEEL MY DAD BOARD LIGHTS TAKE ABOUT 30 SECONDS BEFORE THEY COME ON THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11171473","quote_3_text":"ELECTRIC PROBLEM WITH LIGHTS TAKE AWHILE BEFORE COMING ON.A POPPING ON THE RIGHT UNDER THE CAR IN THE FRONT .AND A FUNNY NOISE IN THE STEERLING WHEEL WHEN TURNING EITHER WAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-key-removal-not-in-park","label":"Key removable from ignition while not in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11545478","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, she inadvertently removed the key from the ignition while the vehicle was still in drive. The vehicle began to roll, and the contact realized that she had forgotten to shift the vehicle into","quote_2_odi":"11687097","quote_2_text":"I submitted this form in April 2024, never received a response from NHTSA. Ford of Uniontown received a reply from FMC. Their response is they will not cover the repair to my vehicle. The reason is the recall affected cars built 7/31/2017 - 2/13/18. My car was built two months","quote_3_odi":"11111945","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD TAURUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WAS ABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION WITHOUT THE VEHICLE BEING ENGAGED IN THE PARK POSITION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. SUNNY KING FORD (1507 S QUINTARD AVE, ANNISTON, AL) WAS CONTACTED AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Unexpected loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11203656","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELLING ON A FREEWAY ~70MPH IN LEFT HAND LANE. WITHOUT WARNING THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT BLACK AND THE ENGINE STOPPED. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO DECELERATE AND THERE WAS NO RESPONSE FROM THE THROTTLE PEDAL. AN ORANGE BOX APPEARED ON THE LEFT HAND SIDE OF THE SPEEDOMETER","quote_2_odi":"11727731","quote_2_text":"Without any Waring Lights the car goes into \" Limp Mode \" .ON turnpike roads with Speed Limits at 70 MPH and with some sections with no shoulder to get off the highway this is very dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11192014","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND TRYING TO ACCELERATE, WHEN THE CAR GOT TO ABOUT 55 MPH THE ENGINE DROPPED DOWN TO ABOUT 10 MILES PER HOUR. IT STAYED THERE FOR WHAT FELT LIKE 15 OR MORE SECONDS. THE FIRST TIME WAS BACK IN NOVEMBER. IT HAPPENS IN FEBRUARY AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure or misalignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11578479","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH, she noticed that there was a change in the rear suspension and it felt like a rear tire was deflated. No warning lights had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was","quote_2_odi":"11550247","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for rear wheel alignment. The contact stated that rear toe link fractured during the rear alignment process. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made","quote_3_odi":"11431927","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact had taken the vehicle to an unknown dealer for an oil change and the contact was informed that all four tires showed significant tread wear and needed to be replaced. An alignment check was also performed on the vehicle and it was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2017-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure with coolant entering engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11540513","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE IT COMPLTELY SHUT DOWN WHILE IN MOTION WITH NO WARNING, CAUSING STEERING & BRAKES TO LOOSE POWER, THANKFULLY i WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO TURNING WITH GREAT EFFORT. VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART REQUIRED TOWING TO SHOP. AFTER INSPECTION, I WAS TOLD I NEEDED A","quote_2_odi":"11514398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that there was a fluid leak seen underneath the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not","quote_3_odi":"11688967","quote_3_text":"Internal water pump failure.. know to happen on the 17 Taurus","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2018-b-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"B-pillar trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11758543","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the passenger’s side B-pillar trim had detached. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V611000 (Structure). The vehicle was taken","quote_2_odi":"11270239","quote_2_text":"B PILLAR TRIM CAME OFF WHILE DRIVING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, LEAVING SHARP UNFINISHED TRIM EXPOSED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2018-rear-toe-link-failure","label":"Rear suspension toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11713318","quote_1_text":"Rear toe links have a lot of slack resulting in rear drifting on uneven/slippery ground. This results in poor handling and fishtailing making it significantly harder to maintain control of the vehicle. Extreme caution required during slippery road conditions as the car will","quote_2_odi":"11489257","quote_2_text":"Rear adjustable lataral arm and ball joint (RH) on rear wheel broke, while driving spun car in the road. Had to replace part and take vehicle to Ford dealership to get car allined and have car inspected for other damage. Purchased from Oreilly Auto Parts. Part number 2CB40582","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2018-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11688840","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera is not working properly. It blinks at times and then the view of the rear is upside down. This happens when I put the car in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11634026","quote_2_text":"The backup camera on my vehicle does not work. The screen is all white which prevents me from seeing behind the car. Ford had a recall for the same problem on other car models but not for the 2018 Taurus","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2018-transmission-park-rollback","label":"Transmission park-position rollback","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11640297","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated while driving at approximately 45 MPH, the message \"Transmission not in Park(P)\" was displayed and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle returned","quote_2_odi":"11165053","quote_2_text":"TURNED OFF ENGINE BUTTON W/O PUTTING IN PARK AND CAR ROLLED BACK ON MY DRIVEWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Taurus","model_slug":"taurus","cluster_id":"taurus-2018-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure with coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11697637","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was a significant puddle underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that upon checking the fluid reservoirs, the contact noticed that the coolant reservoir was","quote_2_odi":"11630194","quote_2_text":"This 2018 Ford Taurus had a water pump fail. This vehicle has a water pump inside the engine instead of attached to the outside of the engine like usual. When it fails, coolant fluid gets inside of the engine and ruins it. Normally, when a water pump fails, coolant would leak","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/taurus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-backup-camera-display-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700265","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while reversing at 5-10 MPH, the rearview camera went blank, and occasionally the image was upside down","quote_2_odi":"11540596","quote_2_text":"The rearview backup camera is glitching often. It's either showing upside down or showing blank screen","quote_3_odi":"11488338","quote_3_text":"When the transmission is in reverse, the stock rearview camera view intermittently completely fails to display in the rearview mirror, is displayed upside-down, is distorted and/or discolored","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-driveshaft-coupling-failure","label":"Driveshaft flexible coupling failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11002756","quote_1_text":"DRIVESHAFT FLEXIBLE COUPLING REPLACEMENTTHE FLEXIBLE COUPLING BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION AND DRIVESHAFT IN CERTAIN 2015 TO 2017 TRANSIT VEHICLES MAY PREMATURELY DETERIORATE AND CRACK WITH INCREASING MILEAGE","quote_2_odi":"11400001","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE DRIVESHAFT FLEXIBLE COUPLING FAILED AND CAUSED THE TRANSMISSION AND THE DRIVESHAFT TO FRACTURE. THE VEHICLE WENT AIR BORNE","quote_3_odi":"10926224","quote_3_text":"FORD TRANSIT WITH WAS GOING DOWN A STRAIGHT FOUR-LANE HIGHWAY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE FLANGE ON THE DRIVE SHAFT CAME APART. DRIVER HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A SMALL EXPLOSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-exhaust-manifold-warping","label":"Exhaust manifold warping and stud failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11434802","quote_1_text":"Exhaust manifold studs failed and exhaust both manifolds warped at appropriately 85,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11161213","quote_2_text":"2015 FORD TRANSIT CARGO E250 CAB FILLED WITH EXHAUST FUMES WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AND BECAME OVERWHELMING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-fuel-pump-metal-contamination","label":"Fuel pump and injector metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724153","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Ford Transit 350 equipped with the 3.2L diesel engine experienced a failure of the high-pressure fuel injection pump at approximately 72,000 miles. The pump generated metallic debris which contaminated the entire fuel system","quote_2_odi":"11232751","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED NUMEROUS TIMES WHILE DRIVING ON AN INCLINE OR ON A NORMAL ROAD SURFACE, AND WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"11183466","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 FORD TRANSIT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE POOR FUEL FILTER INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-rear-brake-caliper-failure","label":"Rear brake caliper failure and fluid leaks","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11331382","quote_1_text":"BRAKE FLUID LEAKS ALL THE TIME FROM THE BRAKE HOSE/CALIPER JUNCTIONS AT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND BRAKES WON'T WORK WHILE BACKING UP","quote_2_odi":"11005312","quote_2_text":"OUR DRIVER WAS DRIVING ON THE BELTWAY WHEN HIS BRAKES LOCKED UP ON HIM. WE DROPPED IF OFF TO THE SHOP TO HAVE A LOOK AND FOUND THE RIGHT REAR CALIPER WAS FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"10914889","quote_3_text":"I WAS GETTING THE TIRES ROTATED AND THE AUTO TECH SAID THE REAR BRAKE PADS WERE DANGEROUSLY THIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-subframe-frame-corrosion","label":"Subframe and frame corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741522","quote_1_text":"The front subframe and transmission crossmember on my 2015 Ford Transit have experienced severe, premature structural corrosion, resulting in the metal rotting completely through","quote_2_odi":"11449271","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that he noticed a leak underneath the vehicle on the driver’s side near the engine","quote_3_odi":"11220140","quote_3_text":"FRONT SUBFRAME AND TRANSMISSION CROSS MEMBER ROTTING OUT. TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 130K MILES THE TRANSMISSION WAS MAKING THE VAN NOT ACCELERATE THEN WOULDN'T MOVE AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-unexpected-downshift","label":"Unexpected downshift into low gear at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751607","quote_1_text":"rear wheels lock up at highway speeds, F-150 is recalled, why is my F-250 not recalled same transmission 6r80. Please help. Thanks","quote_2_odi":"11739195","quote_2_text":"Transmission, 6 speed, drops into 2nd gear locks up rear wheels. I was driving at highway speeds and the rear wheels locked up. My van skidded into another lane and almost caused an accident","quote_3_odi":"11659147","quote_3_text":"Unexpected downshifting on the highway at 60mph. Caused my back tires to skid","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2015-windshield-water-intrusion","label":"Windshield cowl water intrusion into air filter","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11514273","quote_1_text":"The 2015 Ford Transit was designed such that rainwater from the windshield drains into the engine and sometimes floods the air filter system","quote_2_odi":"11629327","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11302511","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLED UPON BACKING OUT OF A STEEP DRIVEWAY & TURNING TO THE LEFT. IT WOULD NOT RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear view camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11747125","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the back over prevention camera was inoperable. The screen displayed a black screen or a blue screen","quote_2_odi":"11690568","quote_2_text":"The vehicle back up camera goes out when reversing. Not every time, but intermittently, maybe 50% of the time. The screen goes blue, followed by the message \"Rear View Camera Not Available.\"","quote_3_odi":"11692609","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera either goes out or is upside down. Went out so hit something. Luckily no real damage. Went to dealer and they said it’s not part of recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-driveshaft-coupling-failure","label":"Driveshaft flexible coupling failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11754643","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the rubber-flexible coupling between the transmission became shredded into pieces and the vehicle swerved off the road. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11549353","quote_2_text":"Mechanical vehicle inspection revealed that the driveshaft flexible joint failed while the vehicle was in motion, with resulting driveshaft uncoupling and severe damage to surrounding vehicle components including the brake and fuel lines","quote_3_odi":"11683147","quote_3_text":"The brake lines on my vehicle failed at highway speed (75 mph on I-65) while my wife and eight children were inside. This sudden failure created an extremely dangerous, life-threatening situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-fuel-pump-contamination","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11719118","quote_1_text":"This complaint is specifically related to Ford Recall 16S32 / NHTSA Campaign 16V618000 regarding the High-Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) failure","quote_2_odi":"11707743","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. During the failure, the warning message \"Reduced Power\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11172158","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD TRANSIT. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10846248","quote_1_text":"SEAT BELT LATCH FAILURE. THE PLASTIC COVER ON THE SEAT BELT LATCH RECEIVER DETACHES FROM THE ASSEMBLY DURING NORMAL USE. THIS RENDERS THE SEAT BELT UNABLE TO LATCH COMPLETELY, AND RENDERS THE SEAT BELT INOPERABLE","quote_2_odi":"11350078","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TWO SEAT BELTS LOCATED IN THE LAST ROW OF THE TWELVE PASSENGER VAN FAILED TO LATCH","quote_3_odi":"10985983","quote_3_text":"AFTER ARRIVING HOME IN OUR 2016 FORD TRANSIT VAN, WE PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY AND PLACED THE TRANSMISSION INTO THE PARK POSITION AND SET THE EMERGENCY BRAKE. OUR FAMILY OPENED THE DOORS AND PROCEEDED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door latch and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11242285","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR OPENS WHILE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY, LATCH SYSTEM NOT ADEQUATE FOR SIZE OF DOOR. HAS OPENED SEVERAL TIMES WHEN PASSENGER LEANS AGAINST DOOR ON HIGHWAY, OR WHEN SMALL BUMPS ON THE ROAD OR DRIVEN OVER","quote_2_odi":"11394892","quote_2_text":"SIDE SLIDING DOOR HINGES HAVE BROKEN AND HAD TO BE REPLACED SEVERAL TIMES. IT HAS BEEN AN ONGOING AND UNRESOLVED ISSUE WITH THE SIDE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11217690","quote_3_text":"OUR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR DOES NOT SECURELY LATCH/CLOSE. FORD REFUSES TO REPAIR IT. THIS DEFECT WAS REPORTED TO THEM SHORTLY AFTER OUR PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-sudden-power-loss-stall","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11746436","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Ford Transit experienced a sudden loss of engine power while I was driving on the highway. The vehicle entered limp mode, stalled, and emitted excessive black smoke from the exhaust, creating a hazardous situation for me and surrounding motorists","quote_2_odi":"11097091","quote_2_text":"THE VAN STALLED WHILE DRIVING AND LOST POWER WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION AT APPROX 25MPH. THE ELECTRONIC PANEL DISPLAYED AND ERROR MESSAGE STATING, \"ENGINE FAULT SERVICE NOW\"","quote_3_odi":"11054607","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED 14 FORD TRANSIT VANS FROM THE U.S. FOUR OF THE 14 ARE NOT IN DRIVING CONDITION NOW DUE TO A PROBLEM LOSING SPEED [MORE DETAILS FOR EACH VEHICLE ARE NEEDED]. THE FAULT IN ALL OF THEM SHOWS CODE P2111","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2016-throttle-body-limp-mode","label":"Throttle body failure causing limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10888883","quote_1_text":"DASH WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET, VEHICLE RESTARTED BUT WAS IN \"LIMP MODE\". THROTTLE BODY FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11555246","quote_2_text":"Vehicle goes into \"limp\" mode while on highway losing the ability to control the acceleration. The van has to coast to a stop, turn off the engine, then restart. The throttle body was replaced twice (3/2/21 and 11/21/22)","quote_3_odi":"10884631","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL STOP ACCEPTING ACCELERATOR COMMANDS RANDOMLY. IT WILL REFUSE TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS DEPRESSED. THERE HAVE BEEN 4 OF THESE VEHICLES IN OUR FLEET DO THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11735777","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was hit in the front end while my girlfriend was driving it. Someone ran a red light and smacked into the front end of the van at approximately 50 miles per hour. The airbags did not deploy despite significant force","quote_2_odi":"11204470","quote_2_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED A CAR COLLISION DRIVING THE FORD TRANSIT 2017 MODEL WORK VAN. AS I DROVE ON THE HIGHWAY A TRUCK WHICH FAILED TO YIELD TO TRAFFICK JUMPED OUT AHEAD CAUSING ME TO TBONE HIS DRIVER DOOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image loss or malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11750313","quote_1_text":"Backup camera is no longer working. It has a white screen but no image, which makes it difficult to back up the van safely since it’s a large van and sits high","quote_2_odi":"11203398","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD TRANSIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK-UP CAMERA WAS REVERSED AND DISTORTED","quote_3_odi":"11669551","quote_3_text":"After replacing the cable with light sockets and pluging in the back-up camera, the camera went to a blue screen and no longer works","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-driveshaft-coupling-failure","label":"Driveshaft flexible coupling separation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11181655","quote_1_text":"NOISE IN REAR END, STARTED AT 30000 MILES. MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN TURNING A CORNER. FORD RECALLED A SIMILAR PROBLEM WITH RECALL # 17S15 IN THEIR 2017 MODEL YEAR TRANSIT VANS","quote_2_odi":"11670867","quote_2_text":"I am writing to formally report a critical safety failure involving Ford recall number 19S40 / NHTSA recall 19V767, which affects the driveshaft flexible coupling on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11616814","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal banging sound underneath the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-exhaust-fumes-cabin","label":"Exhaust fumes entering passenger cabin","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11450258","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact noticed that while at idle or when the vehicle was parked, he noticed exhaust fumes in the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11151919","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 FORD TRANSIT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, EXHAUST FUMES WERE PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE CABIN","quote_3_odi":"11064918","quote_3_text":"I WORK FOR NESTLE AND WE HAVE A 2107 FORD TRANSIT VAN. FIRST THE VAN SAID TO REPLACE EXHAUST FILTER EVEN THOUGH IT WAS BRAND NEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-throttle-body-power-loss","label":"Loss of power from throttle body or electrical fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11231213","quote_1_text":"ELECTRICAL THROTTLE BODY FAILED DURING DRIVING. LOST ALL POWER","quote_2_odi":"11555248","quote_2_text":"Vehicle loses ability to control acceleration going into a \"limp\" mode while on the highway. This poses a serious safety risk to the driver, passenger and all other drivers on the road","quote_3_odi":"11246223","quote_3_text":"THERE WERE 9 OF US IN OUR 2017 FORD TRANSIT, DRIVING ON ROUTE 15 81 MILES SOUTH OF LAS VEGAS, NV, WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 75 MPH WHEN THE VAN SHUT OFF WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-torque-converter-vibration","label":"Torque converter failure causing vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11405980","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION AS IF ONE WAS TO DRIVE OVER RUMPLE STRIPS. SHUDDER IS INTERMITTENT. TAKEN TO FORD DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY SAY TORQUE CONVERTER IS BAD. $3500 DOLLAR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11658156","quote_2_text":"This unit has a Failed Torque Converter. I looked online and found that there are hundreds of people (including shipping companies like Amazon) complaining about this issue, but there is no recall for the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11670259","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated that the vehicle vibrated abnormally while driving at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2017-unexpected-downshift","label":"Unexpected transmission downshift at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11623831","quote_1_text":"Transmission will downshift on its own when vehicle is decelerating making engine RPMs over rev. Only way I have found to prevent this is to shift to neutral and then back to drive","quote_2_odi":"11626151","quote_2_text":"The transmission will downshift when deceleration and will actually throw you forward in the seat due to dropping into a lower gear","quote_3_odi":"11316321","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WILL RANDOMLY SHIFT INTO FIRST GEAR TYPICALLY WHILE GOING DOWN HILL ON INTERSTATE AT SPEEDS OF 70 MPH OR GREATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11693073","quote_1_text":"Rear-view camera displayed on rear-view mirror quit working, creating a blind spot behind the vehicle. No accident has yet occurred, but the danger is there","quote_2_odi":"11434778","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that the rearview camera would inadvertently turn blue while reversing","quote_3_odi":"11551722","quote_3_text":"About 6 months ago my rear camera is not working properly, sometimes the screen is dark or the view is real fuzzy hard to see cars when backing up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-door-latch-failure","label":"Door failing to latch or opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11525723","quote_1_text":"The right side passenger door opens when driving. The door will not stay latched even when locked. I close the door, pull on it to ensure it is latched, but when I start driving, the door slides open","quote_2_odi":"11376453","quote_2_text":"SLIDING DOOR SENSOR INDICATING DOOR OPEN IS MALFUNCTIONING I STARTED MOVING VEHICLE NOT KNOWING DOOR IS OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11191973","quote_3_text":"AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS OF 75 MPH WITH A 30 DEGREE CROSSWIND AND GUSTS EXCEEDING 40 MPH, THE FRONT DOOR ON THE LEE SIDE FLEXES AND THE TOP OF THE DOOR OPENS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring replacement while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11720498","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a misfire coming from the engine with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11654711","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly started losing power, after driving over 200 yards, the vehicle became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11558976","quote_3_text":"The contact's company owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-exhaust-manifold-co-leak","label":"Exhaust manifold leak and carbon monoxide intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11577564","quote_1_text":"Additionally, the contact stated while driving 60 MPH with her husband and 5 children in the vehicle, they all started having severe headaches, were dizzy and her daughter 's ears were ringing","quote_2_odi":"11619378","quote_2_text":"Exhaust manifold warped/broken stud causing exhaust leak","quote_3_odi":"11544243","quote_3_text":"When the medics got there they informed us of carbon monoxide poisoning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at time of sale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736268","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Ford Transit. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase the mileage was 64,000 and at the time when the fraud was discovered the mileage was 364,00","quote_2_odi":"11684566","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the Ford dealer for service, the contact was informed that the vehicle was a Lemon vehicle, and that there was a mileage discrepancy","quote_3_odi":"11623348","quote_3_text":"I finance this car 10/ 25/24. I found some papers inside the car that says the car was 300.0 miles. But i purchased to the dealer with 77.0miles, how can I know is was a fraud?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-transmission-limp-mode","label":"Transmission limp mode and hard downshifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11681679","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Ford Transit 250 experienced a failure of the Input/Turbine Speed Sensor in the 6R80 transmission’s mechatronic lead frame at approximately 60,000 miles. The failure was confirmed by an authorized Ford service department, which retrieved DTC codes P0715-00 and P0717-00","quote_2_odi":"11466902","quote_2_text":"Multiple occurrences after traveling on the highway and then slowing down or when coming to a stop, the vehicle autonomously makes one or more very hard downshifts. It is enough to unexpectedly propel the occupants forward in their seats/seatbelts","quote_3_odi":"11436563","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and went into limp mode. The vehicle would not accelerate above 20 MPH. The failure almost caused a collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"ford-transit-2018-wheel-separation","label":"Wheel separation from vehicle","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11622254","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a rural highway 55 mph when I heard a pop! I lost control and veered into oncoming traffic! I slowed down by tapping brakes and ended up back on the right side in the shoulder/ditch","quote_2_odi":"11185097","quote_2_text":"I OWN THIS CAR 3 MONTHS, AND 2 WEEKS AGO MY WILL HAB IN RATE SAIDE WAS BROKE AND AFTER 2 WEEKS MY LEFT SIDE BROKE, SO DENGER IF IS WILL GO OUT IN ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure and blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11590586","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R), the rearview camera became static, blue, and black and failed to work as intended. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the rearview","quote_2_odi":"11656962","quote_2_text":"Mid 2023 the backup camera would sporadically stop working and produce a blue screen and a message \"camera is unavailable contact your dealership\". I would check for an update and then it would start working. This has happened 8 times since 2023- 2024, in August 2024 it has quit","quote_3_odi":"11509288","quote_3_text":"Rear camera (back up camera) will stop working. Also, rear (right-side) and side sliding door \"door open alert\" false indicates, beeps horn while driving but is sporadic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11399543","quote_1_text":"2020 FORD TRANSIT HIGH ROOF.UPON STARTING VAN 'STEERING ASSIST FAULT SERVICE REQUIRED'MESSAGE CAME UP.STEERING WAS VERY DIFFICULT.WAITING ABOUT 5 MINUTES MESSAGE WAS GONE.VEHICLE WITH ONLY 11K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11377309","quote_2_text":"UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY A STEERING ASSIST WARNING SHOWED IN THE VEHICLE INFORMATION AREA. IT WAS STATIONARY. THE POWER STEERING DID NOT FUNCTION AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN. NEXT DAY STARTED VEHICLE WITHOUT STEERING ASSIST WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11427754","quote_3_text":"While riding through a Walmart parking lot the power steering went out. I managed to manuever to a nearby Ford service station. While there awaiting service I read online that this make and model looses power steering. The Blog suggested turning off the vehicle and restarting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2020-rear-brake-caliper-seizure","label":"Rear brake caliper seizure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11745147","quote_1_text":"Rear brake issues. Upon taking off the brake pads on the driver's back the caliper piston would not turn in as it should. So I ordered a new one. Then I started on the passenger rear. When I tried to press and turn the piston back in it did the same thing as the other one. The","quote_2_odi":"11595458","quote_2_text":"We own a fleet of these vans and 5 out of the last 7 purchased from 2020-2023 have had total rear brake system failure. The calipers are not retracting and are overheating and freezing up the rear brake system. In some cases leaving our employee(s) stranded on the side of the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2020-seat-frame-collapse","label":"Driver seat frame and cushion collapse","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11444096","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle in Sept 2020 and have had this issue since day one. The drivers seat creates a bulge about half-way up the seat back when the seat warms up either with the heated seat feature or sunlight and pushes me forward out of the safety of the side seat bolsters","quote_2_odi":"11520579","quote_2_text":"Front drivers seat cushion sagging no good for almost 1 and a half years. I bought replacement cushions for over $200 each. This is due to a broken seat suspension mat and the only way to fix it is to buy the seat track for $600 plus dollars. I found this Manufacture","quote_3_odi":"11522852","quote_3_text":"seat collapse. Available to be inspected. Unable to see over wheel or reach the acceleration and break pedals. Airbag light comes on due to the collapsed seat either cutting the airbag electrical cable, or puncturing the airbag itself. Vehicle has only been inspected by our","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2020-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11645542","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle briefly hesitated before suddenly jolting forward, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle returned to normal","quote_2_odi":"11658009","quote_2_text":"Loss of power while driving with no warning. Almost crashed. Shifting violently. After a few months it wasn't safe for anyone and was happening all the time . It's at the dealer getting the transmission rebuilt with re engineered parts . That's what the dealer told me . He said","quote_3_odi":"11666994","quote_3_text":"Only I have 88,000 k on 2020 transit the transmission have problems with shifting while driving on highway start with delay on 2nd gear now fault code for gear 10","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-hvac-visibility-wiper","label":"HVAC control module failure and sun visor stiffness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-30 → 2025-04-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11651982","quote_1_text":"We have had this same issue with a 2021 Ford Transit thats not included in the recall.  Total loss of all HVAC controls found to be caused by a faulty control module","quote_2_odi":"11633134","quote_2_text":"Sun visors become exceptionally stiff and cannot no be dropped to protect from glaring sun. This creates a driving distraction. The visors reach a point where they are so tightly frozen that an effort to lower them causes the sun visor mount to sheer off. Now I have no working…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-powertrain-transmission","label":"Power train loss of motive power and transmission replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11-02 → 2025-08-28","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683666","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH in the middle lane, the vehicle lost motive power with the “WRENCH” warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, turned off, and was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving. Two days later, the “WRENCH” light…","quote_2_odi":"11597214","quote_2_text":"On my 2021 Transit 250, Ford has warrantied 2 front drive axles, the 1st was at 42.4k and second was at 50k.  Service writer and tech could not explain why this is occurring. Called Ford customer service line, no tsb or ssm out there, no recall(same as dealer advised)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-rear-door-latch","label":"Rear door latch failure and door-ajar condition","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-11-02 → 2023-11-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11553288","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to enter the rear of the vehicle, he became aware that the rear door would not latch closed. After a visual inspection, the contact observed a gap between the door and frame of the vehicle, as well as the rear door protruding outward. The…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-sliding-door-electrical","label":"Passenger sliding door malfunction while in motion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-05-29 → 2025-05-29","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11663753","quote_1_text":"The automatic sliding door on the passenger side of the van has malfunctioned repeatedly. The door does not open properly, often stopping at approximately 6 inches, and frequently fails to close fully. In multiple instances, the door has opened while the vehicle was in motion…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-tire-failure-blowout","label":"Tire blowout and tread/belt separation","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10-01 → 2026-04-13","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11679769","quote_1_text":"Travel west on I-696 at 70 mph.  Driver’s left front tire exploded.  I did not hit anything in the road way.  In the second lane from right side of freeway.  Was able to safely move to the shoulder of the freeway.  Tread completely came off the tire.  Broke bumper, damages…","quote_2_odi":"11622895","quote_2_text":"The belts were shifting/separating from the trade of my tire. I noticed an increasing vibration in the steering which lead me to take it to a tire shop to check it out. Fortunately I had read about this issue on a forum and caught the problem before a catastrophic failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2021-wheel-hub-axle-detachment","label":"Wheel/hub detachment and axle assembly failure","component_code":"WHEELS:HUB, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04-11 → 2024-10-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11617421","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while an employee was driving at approximately 30 MPH, the rear passenger’s side tire detached from the axle and landed into a front yard. The vehicle was stopped immediately. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the hub…","quote_2_odi":"11537364","quote_2_text":"My daughter and members of our church’s high school youth group were on their way to a summer missions project in western Virginia/eastern Tennessee in an Enterprise rental van when the [DRIVERS' SIDE] rear tire started to separate from the vehicle as they were driving south on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-blind-spot-monitor-failure","label":"Blind spot monitoring system failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05-22 → 2023-05-24","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11523598","quote_1_text":"The Blind Spot Monitoring system fails when you drive through rain.  The sensors short out and the system becomes inoperative","quote_2_odi":"11523306","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the blind spot monitor failed to illuminate and failed to provide the buzzer warning sound. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the dealer stated that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-camera-360-blue-black-screen","label":"360-degree and rearview camera blue/black/gray image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05-24 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11557866","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11740254","quote_2_text":"The rearview camera system on my 2022 Ford Transit fails completely, displaying either a distorted image, a completely blank blue screen, or a black screen when the vehicle is shifted into reverse. This total loss of rear visibility creates a severe blind-spot hazard and an…","quote_3_odi":"11589827","quote_3_text":"My 360 side cameras are turning blue while reversing. I asked Ford Corp to fix it under the recall, but Ford refused to rectify. I ended up paying $701 out of my own pocket. I told them this is part of the recall but still denied the repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-climate-hvac-failure","label":"Climate control and HVAC system malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01-04 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742171","quote_1_text":"My transit 2022 van has intermittent issues with the climate controls not working. Sometimes it will completely stop working for a day or more, and other times a few hours. This becomes a big issue in the winter when you need to keep the windshield clear of frost on the outside…","quote_2_odi":"11512272","quote_2_text":"my car has climate control, the heater sometimes abruptly changes temperature spontaneously.  1 time it caused a road accident. The heater suddenly started blowing hot air on me, during the lane change, I was distracted to turn it off. sometimes the heater does not allow you to…","quote_3_odi":"11500098","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V791000 (Electrical System, Visibility). The dealer was notified of the issue and the recall repair was performed; however, the contact was informed that additional repairs needed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-electrical-propulsion-shutdown","label":"Electrical and propulsion system shutdown while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10-01 → 2026-05-24","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11739788","quote_1_text":"Basically I’ll be driving on the highway and all the sudden I’ll lose gas control, and power braking and the dash displays a message that says “shift to neutral to restart vehicle”, battery icon flashes red and I have to coast to the side of the highway. The electronics in the…","quote_2_odi":"11702040","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Ford E-Transit has experienced repeated electrical, propulsion, and powertrain failures that cause the vehicle to become completely inoperable. On September 8, the van displayed multiple critical alerts including powertrain malfunction, brake system failure, vacuum pump…","quote_3_odi":"11690892","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Ford E-Transit 350 has had repeated safety and performance failures. The vehicle has an open recall on the rearview camera, which caused a police incident when I hit another car because the camera was not working properly. On several occasions, the vehicle has also…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-engine-start-stop-disable-removed","label":"Engine start-stop disable option removed by software update","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08-14 → 2025-08-14","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680702","quote_1_text":"The engine 'start-stop' feature is permanently 'ON' . The ability to temporarily disable it has been removed by a Ford software update. Case #00715259 was opened with Ford, vehicle taken to Capitol Ford, Carson City NV, for verification. Dealer verifies that although the start…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2022-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10-20 → 2025-08-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677291","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit.  The contact stated that upon shifting to reverse(R), the contact noticed that the rearview camera image was frozen. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000(Back Over Prevention); however, the…","quote_2_odi":"11572451","quote_2_text":"Campaign/NHTSA# 23S48/23V598  Even though Ford Motor website sows the fix for the recall is available, when we approach the authorized dealers they are saying it is not available. I have contacted two authorized dealers and none of them are able to fix the issue, saying the…","quote_3_odi":"11568844","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2023-backover-camera-recall-delay","label":"360°/rearview camera failure and recall repair delays","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-11-06 → 2026-05-30","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698559","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview 360° camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview image was blank. The contact previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back…","quote_2_odi":"11585520","quote_2_text":"REAR VIEW/ 360 camera malfunction. (RECALL) all blue screen/ black screen, and no screen. I was backing up a drive way an damaged my whole right side of my roof. I did not get hurt thank god. Opened up a claim next day with Ford","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2023-balmar-alternator-failure","label":"Balmar secondary alternator failures in RV upfits","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05-30 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686053","quote_1_text":"This will be our second Balmar alternator that failed.  The original alternator was replaced in March 2025 after the alternator basically melted.  In April the new alternator was no longer charging the battery.  It was finally serviced in July 2025.  The dealership replaced a…","quote_2_odi":"11591496","quote_2_text":"The alternator and regulator failed. Parts are available for inspection. Safety was at risk as vehicle could stop or loose nighttime electrical lighting  at highway speeds without any prior warning due to sudden loss of electric power","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2023-cowl-water-intrusion-engine","label":"Cowl separation allowing water intrusion into engine bay","component_code":"STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02-24 → 2026-02-25","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 - 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started to decelerate. During the most recent failure, the contact was able to drive to the dealer before the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2023-powertrain-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and drivetrain failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12-21 → 2026-05-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565962","quote_1_text":"Rear differential or axle suffered catastrophic failure on highway, causing both rear wheels to lock up and the driveshaft to shear off/separate from the differential housing.  Locking rear wheels at 55mph caused the vehicle to lose traction and spin out.  Vehicle crossed…","quote_2_odi":"11736503","quote_2_text":"Transmission, drive shaft and rear axle \"grenaded\" and shut down the vehicle. Symptoms included erratic shifting at highway speed, clunking sounds, hard downshifts at low speeds, mis-shifting gears causing performance issues. No warning lights","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-trail-2023-tire-rub-recall-delay","label":"Transit Trail tire rub and recall repair availability delays","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05-13 → 2025-02-20","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11600847","quote_1_text":"Regarding safety recall - I do not feel this has been handled in a reasonable amount of time.  Today is July 10th and no remedy has been determined.  I have NOT taken possession of my van that was purchased on April 3, 2024.  At the time I was unaware of the safety recall","quote_2_odi":"11588915","quote_2_text":"Both front Tires rubbing the body at any slight turn--like into a driveway--with no load in the van. Tires and body both getting damaged. No resolution from FORD.  Because of tires rubbing, it has now caused the wheel well liner to dislodge from the plastic fasteners","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-backup-camera-recall-25v315","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall 25V315000 parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera displayed either a blank or a distorted image. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where a software update was performed on the vehicle; however, the failure returned soon after","quote_2_odi":"11686944","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 ( BACK OVER PREVENTION); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire during operation","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728529","quote_1_text":"On March 11, 2026, a 2024 Ford Transit (VIN: [XXX] ) was being operated under normal driving conditions when the check engine light began intermittently activating. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of dashboard functionality.  While attempting to safely","quote_2_odi":"11631096","quote_2_text":"Purchased this new vehicle from the dealer and while driving from the dealership to my business, I heard a loud bang and the vehicle caught fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-rear-axle-separation","label":"Rear axle snap and tire separation under recall 24S05","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735071","quote_1_text":"The rear axle snapped and rear tire separated and rolled behind vehicle on the expressway causing the potential for injury/fatalities to our driver and surrounding passenger vehicles by recall 24S05.   At no point did we receive communication from Ford that the vehicle should not","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-sliding-door-no-child-locks","label":"Passenger sliding doors without child safety locks","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11604185","quote_1_text":"sliding passenger doors have no child safety locks","quote_2_odi":"11604187","quote_2_text":"Passenger sliding doors have no child safety locks","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-tire-recall-parts-delay","label":"Tire recall 24V226000 parts availability delay","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589839","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Transit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V226000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_2_odi":"11597370","quote_2_text":"We are now 3 months into Ford recall 24S21/24V226 for the Transit Trail. No communication has been received beyond the initial notice in March and no timeline has been given. As seen in forums online, many buyers, myself included, sit in the dark while our vans rot away on the","quote_3_odi":"11634829","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ford Transit The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V226000 (Tires) and 24V591000 (Steering) however, the part to repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-total-electrical-shutdown","label":"Total electrical and engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757120","quote_1_text":"We were on our way to a campground. Approximately 40 miles from the campground the RV shut down. All chassis systems failed including the engine and electrical systems. It is available for inspection.  Our safety as well as the first mechanic on the scene and tow truck driver","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit","model_slug":"transit","cluster_id":"transit-2024-touchscreen-blackout","label":"Center touchscreen black screen on startup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614383","quote_1_text":"Upon startup center main touch screen black screened making all vehicle settings unavailable. No adjusting radio, climate, settings, parking assistance,  etc. Only park that would come up on screen was back up camera view when in reverse but no line assistance","quote_2_odi":"11692259","quote_2_text":"My backup camera goes black and radio buttons do not work when this happens. They replaced apim and harness wires but did not solve the problem. They say they cannot replace radio because not on recall list. My van is under warranty. My van has the same issue as the recalls but","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ford/transit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-brake-failure","label":"Rear brake adjustment and fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11183981","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WAS SLOW TO DECELERATE. ALSO, BRAKE FLUID WAS LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE AND THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S","quote_2_odi":"10532673","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE BRAKES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-electrical-stall","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11193946","quote_1_text":"MULTIPLE TIMES, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SEEMS TO JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. WITH NO WARNING ALL THE LIGHTS AND DASH INDICATORS WILL FLASH AND ALL GO OUT. ENGINE WILL BRIEFLY RUN, THEN QUIT. SEVERAL TIMES BEEN VERY LUCKY TO GET OFF ROAD OR FREEWAY WITHOUT INCIDENT. FORD DEALER","quote_2_odi":"10809362","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREE WAY AT 80 MPH AND CAR STALLS. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. PULLED TO THE SIDE RESTARTED CAR EVERYTHING WAS NORMAL AGAIN. A FEW DAYS LATER STARTED DOING AGAIN AND MORE OFTEN. I AM AFRAID TO RIDE MY CAR IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE. I PUT A SCANNER ON","quote_3_odi":"11110070","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ABOUT A WEEK AGO AND DID A BASIC TUNEUP, OIL CHANGE AND SPARK PLUGS. I ORDERED A AFTER MARKET FILTER FROM K&N AND HAD TO WAIT A WEEK BEFORE IT ARRIVED. AIR FILTER WAS NOT REPLACED YET BUT HOPING IT WOULD HELP WITH ACCELERATING. THE A/C WORKED WELL AS LONG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Throttle and cruise control speed fluctuation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10747600","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE WRENCH SYMBOL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD,","quote_2_odi":"10502752","quote_2_text":"IT HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST THREE DIFFERENT TIMES. I SET THE CURSE CONTROL AT APPROX. 60 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE AND SOMETIME WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, OCCASIONALLY THE SPEED WILL DROP DRAMATICALLY BELOW THE SET SPEED AND THEN START TO SPEED UP AGAIN BUT WAY PASTED THE 60 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-traction-control-lockout","label":"Traction control shutdown on inclines","component_code":"TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10496907","quote_1_text":"TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM. VEHICLE WAS ADAPTED FOR WHEELCHAIR USE. THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE. VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN IN MIDDLE OF ROAD ON ANY KIND OF INCLINE WHEN VEHICLE FEELS ANY KIND OF WHEEL SPINNING. OTHERWISE WOULD OF DRIVEN UP VERY SLIGHT INCLINE. SEVERAL NEIGHBORS HELPED PUSH AND","quote_2_odi":"10449561","quote_2_text":"THE ADVANCETRACK RSC, OR TRACTION CONTROL FEATURE, ON THE 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT CAN NOT BE MANUALLY TURNED OFF. THIS HAS RESULTED IN DANGEROUS SITUATIONS WERE THE CAR BECAME INOPERABLE IN TRAFFIC IN INTERSECTIONS, PULLING INTO TRAFFIC, AND DRIVING UP ANY DEGREE OF INCLINE ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219797","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION IS LOCKED AND IS BURN","quote_2_odi":"10763825","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. WHILE MERGING INTO TRAFFIC AT 20 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL LOUD NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE BECAME WORSE OVER TIME. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10544399","quote_3_text":"NO 3RD GEAR! THE VAN HAS BEEN IN 6 TIMES FOR THE SAME PROBLEM!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2011,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2011-wiper-arm-detachment","label":"Windshield wiper arm detachment in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11723576","quote_1_text":"Passenger side wiper arm came off during a recent rain storm. I have contacted my local Ford dealer and Ford Customer Service in regards to 12s36 (NHTSA #12v-374). Ford explained it effects certain model years, produced during a certain time, at a certain manufacture facility","quote_2_odi":"10787166","quote_2_text":"WE HAD A WINDSHIELD WIPER FLY OFF WHILE DRIVING IN A STORM. WHEN WE BROUGHT IT TO REPAIR SHOP THE OTHER WIPER FELL OFF. WE DID RESEARCH ONLINE AND SHOWED SOME VEHICLES FOR THAT ISSUE WERE RECALLED BUT OURS WAS NOT. OBVIOUSLY THIS IS A DEFECT AND FORD WILL NOT PAY","quote_3_odi":"10596783","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY I-95 ON A RAINY NIGHT THE WINDSHIELD WIPER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WENT OFF THE WINDSHIELD AND GOT STUCK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR. EXTREMELY POOR VISIBILITY! LUCKY THAT THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT. WAS IN FAMILIAR TERRITORY, SO I PULLED OFF INTO HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-rear-window-cracks-defrost","label":"Rear window fracture during defroster use","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10496542","quote_1_text":"I TURN ON REAR DEFOGGER AND THE BACK WINDOW STARTED MAKING A HISSING NOISE AND THEN THE WHOLE WINDOW CRACKED AND THEN THE WINDOW POPPED OUT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10563561","quote_2_text":"PUT ON REAR DEFROST BACK DOOR PASSENGER WINDOW EXPLODED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE WE WERE TRAVELING ON FREEWAY AT ABOUT 55 MPH HEARD A LOUD NOISE NO GLASS INSIDE VEHICLE SO IT EXPLODED FROM THE INSIDE OF TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11075953","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE REAR DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED, THE REAR WINDOW FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BY SAFELITE AUTO GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-seat-belt-seat-latch","label":"Seat belt buckle and seat latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11489117","quote_1_text":"The seat belt buckle/latch in the backseat is a dangerous defective design that can cause injury. It is available for inspection, see photos provided. Merely taking a seat can result in a bruised or broken coccyx","quote_2_odi":"10521922","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT DISENGAGE FROM THE BUCKLE AND WOULD NOT RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS WHERE THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE SEAT BELT MECHANISM WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-throttle-body-power-loss","label":"Throttle body failure with loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10817084","quote_1_text":"DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. STOPPED AT LITE. CHECK ENGINE LITE CAME ON. NO POWER. HAD TO IDLE HOME. OBDII CODES P0122, P0222, P2111. P2135. TPS READING STUCK AT 82%. DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10564644","quote_2_text":"ON START UP AFTER IT HAS BEEN WARM AND THEN GOTTEN COLD VEHICLE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND ECU STORES CODES P2101,P2111 AND P2135. THROTTLE BODY BECOMES DISABLED AND VEHICLE WILL RUN POORLY AND NOT ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11071986","quote_3_text":"TWICE IN 113,214 MILES THE THROTTLE BODY HAS FAILED AT SPEED. THIS IS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ANYWHERE, ANYTIME DAY OR NIGHT--JUST OUT OF POWER AND SCRAMBLING FOR A SAFE PLACE TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-traction-control-cannot","label":"Traction control cannot be disabled in snow","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11291873","quote_1_text":"COULD NOT DRIVE IN SLUSHY SNOW, VEHICLE SELF CUT POWER IN MIDDLE OF ROAD, THERE IS NO WAY TO DISABLE TRACTION CONTROL SO VEHICLE CAN SPIN TO GAIN FORWARD MOVEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10508285","quote_2_text":"THE FORD TRANSIT CONNECT NEEDS A WAY TO TURN OFF THE TRACTION CONTROL IN SNOW AND ICE. I GOT STUCK IN THE SNOW TODAY AND BECAUSE I CAN NOT TURN THIS FEATURE OFF I COULD NOT ROCK THE VEHICLE OUT OF THE SNOW, CREATING A TRAFFIC JAM UNTIL I WAS ABLE TO BE TOWED OUT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-water-leak-door-seals","label":"Water intrusion through door seals and dashboard","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11709702","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the front driver’s and front passenger’s seat belts were damp following a rainstorm","quote_2_odi":"10670608","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD DETERIORATED, WARPED AND THE FRAMEWORK WAS VISIBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS OVER THREE TIMES BUT THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2012,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2012-windshield-wiper-arm-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11472708","quote_1_text":"The contact's boyfriend owns a 2012 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while her boyfriend was driving 25 MPH, the windshield wiper arms failed to operate","quote_2_odi":"11139647","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE. THE DRIVER'S VIEW WAS OBSTRUCTED WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-engine-coolant-loss","label":"Engine coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11230758","quote_1_text":"3/19 THE TEMPERATURE GAGE WENT HOT QUICKLY. CHECKED COOLANT, ALTHOUGH FULL IN 2/19 NOW EMPTY. GARAGE COULD NOT FIND THE PROBLEM AND CONTACTED DAVIDSON'S FORD WHO ADVISED TO INSTALL A NEW RADIATOR AND THERMOSTAT","quote_2_odi":"11203892","quote_2_text":"MY TRANSIT'S GAUGE WENT TO HOT VERY QUICKLY, I CHECKED THE COOLANT AND IT WAS EMPTY. IT WAS FULL A MONTH AGO. I ADDED COOLANT AND THE GAUGE STILL WENT TO HOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10780902","quote_1_text":"MY SPOUSE REAR ENDED THE ABOVE VEHICLE. SHE SAYS THAT THE STOP LIGHTS WERE VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE WHEN IN FULL SUN","quote_2_odi":"11012626","quote_2_text":"FRONT TURN SIGNALS BURNING THROUGH CONTACT. BOTH SIDES, BOTH CONNECTS THAT I HAVE. GOING TO BE SECOND TIME REPLACING EACH OF THEM ON EACH VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-service-brake-issues","label":"Service brake pedal and wear issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10641589","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STOPS WHEN BRAKE PEDAL APPLIED, THEN MOVES FORWARD WHILE BRAKE PEDAL IS HELD DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11165789","quote_2_text":"THE REAR WHEEL ADJUSTERS ARE NEEDING TO BE REPLACED EVERY 15 TO 20 THOUSAND MILES MAINLY ON THE RIGHT REAR WHEELS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-shift-to-park-failure","label":"Shift-to-park mechanism failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11343405","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK","quote_2_odi":"11473581","quote_2_text":"The Transit was parked on a slope and was in \"Park\", but it rolled back down the slope and hit a parked car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-traction-control-disable","label":"Traction control system disabling vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10818287","quote_1_text":"AFTER LIGHT FREEZING RAIN, I WAS UNABLE TO GET TRACTION GOING UP A SLIGHT HILL THAT IS USUALLY NOT A PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10819869","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A 2013 TRANSIT CONNECT FROM A FORD DEALER THIS FALL. STILL UNDER FORD WARRANTY AND PURCHASED EXTENDED WARRANTY THROUGH FORD. TODAY WE GOT OUR FIRST SNOW AND WHILE DRIVING THE TCS KICKED IN AND BASICALLY DISABLED THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2013-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10765199","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11082033","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED GEARS INDEPENDENTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or intermittent malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11745610","quote_1_text":"The backup camera on the Ford Transit Connect 2014 has failed, making the vehicle unsafe, particularly for backing over pedestrians or small children difficult to see in mirrors","quote_2_odi":"11663948","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while reversing on one occasion, the failure recurred, causing the rear of the vehicle to hit a child who was riding a bicycle","quote_3_odi":"11730414","quote_3_text":"The Rear View Camera keeps doing weird things. One time you back up, it could be fine. The next time the picture will be upside down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing unexpected opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11729069","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear passenger’s side sliding door unexpectedly opened. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11366931","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR OF MY VEHICLE WILL NO LONGER LATCH. THIS PROBLEM APPEARED WITHOUT ANY PRECIPITATING EVENT, JUST ORDINARY USE OF THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11549237","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the front driver's side door unexpectedly opened. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-engine-overheating","label":"Engine overheating from coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619373","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 45-55 MPH, the engine overheated","quote_2_odi":"11123318","quote_2_text":"UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITION THE VEHICLE GOT REAL HOT AND OVERHEATED","quote_3_odi":"11450305","quote_3_text":"Air bubble in coolant system caused by faulty placement of heater core allows air bubble to form there","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11473662","quote_1_text":"The vehicle lost power in the fast lane of I5. Traffic was moving at or above the 70 MPH posted speed limit including large trucks","quote_2_odi":"11282242","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11051692","quote_3_text":"ON JANUARY 23, 2017 I DROVE MY VAN TO THE LOADING POINT LIKE EVERY OTHER MORNING, LOADED AND WAS GOING TO START MY DELIVERY ROUTE, BUT MY VAN WOULD NOT START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11355167","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER STEERING WITH THE STEERING ASSIST FAULT - SERVICE REQUIRED WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11230776","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING CONTROL MODULE (PSCM) DISENGAGED WHILE STOPPED AT A GAS STATION","quote_3_odi":"11051535","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM WITH COMPLETE STEERING LOSS WHEN VEHICLE IS DRIVING WORSE THAN NO POWER STEERING THERE IS A RECALL ON MANY FORD AND SOME LINCOLN VEHICLES REGUARDING THIS ISSUE WITH STEERING GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-roof-panel-detachment","label":"Panoramic roof panel detachment or leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11633746","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the panoramic roof panel detached on the passenger’s side but remained attached to the driver's side","quote_2_odi":"11325041","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC MOON ROOF (NON-MOVABLE) URETHANE SEAM SEPARATED FROM BODY AND PRESENTS AIR/WATER LEAK AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"10916291","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON INTERSTATE (HIGHWAY SPEEDS, WINDY WEATHER), THE ENTIRE PANORAMIC SUNROOF BLEW COMPLETELY OFF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-seat-fold-failure","label":"Middle-row seat fails to fold or unfold","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11725689","quote_1_text":"The larger middle bench seat gets stuck and often won't fold down from its up position; this began several years ago, I've just been living with it","quote_2_odi":"11252504","quote_2_text":"THE MIDDLE ROW SEATS ARE DEFECTIVE. THEY FOLD DOWN BUT WILL NOT COME BACK UP. THEY ARE STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION","quote_3_odi":"10969697","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY THROUGH MY NEIGHBORHOOD, THE LEFT REAR SEAT SUPPORT BROKE CAUSING THE DRIVER SEAT TO LEAN BACK AND TO THE LEFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure or erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596476","quote_1_text":"The vehicle nosedived, rpm’s went up, blew the transmission fluid out all over the exhaust with major smoke, threw us into the dash, and went to about 5 mph all in about .5 seconds leaving us in the middle of the interstate in 5:00 traffic","quote_2_odi":"11288340","quote_2_text":"AT 76K MILES THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN SLIPPING AND MISSING SHIFTS FROM BOTH REVERSE AND DRIVE SELECTIONS, EITHER HOT OR COLD","quote_3_odi":"11479426","quote_3_text":"While driving, the car seemed to change gears and then went to neutral and wouldn’t go into any other gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door latch and lock failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11574191","quote_1_text":"Sliding side door on passenger side of van breaks free from the detente designed to hold it in the open position causing it to violently and suddenly close if the van is parked on a grade","quote_2_odi":"11565855","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to close the driver's side door, the door failed to latch securely","quote_3_odi":"11597058","quote_3_text":"The rear passenger side sliding door fell off the track and fell off the vehicle, while the door was being closed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-electrical-display-blank","label":"Instrument cluster and electrical display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11006072","quote_1_text":"ALL INTERIOR DISPLAYS AND GAUGES GO BLANK WHILE STILL PARKED OR DRIVING AT ANY SPEED INCLUDING HIGHWAY SPEEDS, TURN SIGNALS AND HAZARD LIGHTS FAIL TO ACTIVATE","quote_2_odi":"11139676","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FAILURES IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11632726","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, The vehicle speedometer failed to display the speed of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-engine-overheating","label":"Engine overheating and exhaust carbon monoxide intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11123285","quote_1_text":"UNDER NORMAL DRIVING THE VEHICLE GOT REAL HOT ,AND OVER HEATED. THE WATER AND OIL LEVELS WHERE AT THE PROPER LEVELS. THE ENGINE HEAD CRACKED OR BLEW THE HEAD GASKET","quote_2_odi":"11161208","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER WERE TRANSPORTED BY AMBULANCE TO SEEK MEDICAL ATTENTION DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING","quote_3_odi":"11595736","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the contact became aware that the engine was overheating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and liftgate glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11420481","quote_1_text":"Rear glass on liftgate spontaneously exploded. No apparent cause. Glass shards were showered inside the cabin and the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11074545","quote_2_text":"REAR WINDOW EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT, LESS THAN 5 MPH ON CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11034208","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING PARKED CURBSIDE WHILE OUR DAUGHTER WAS IN SCHOOL AND ON A BREAK, I WENT TO MOVE THE CAR CLOSER AND WHEN I SHUT THE DRIVER'S DOOR, THE BACK GLASS SHATTERED AND FELL TO THE STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera and back-over prevention system failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11716171","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera on my vehicle frequently displays a message stating “Rear View Camera Unavailable, Contact Ford Dealership” and then goes to a black screen","quote_2_odi":"11663885","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention camera system failed to function as intended","quote_3_odi":"11448092","quote_3_text":"The fuse associated with the rearview camera of this vehicle has consistently blown over the last few years leaving the backup camera inoperable with no image on the dashboard display","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-shifter-rollaway","label":"Gear shifter failure causing vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11436070","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, the gear shifter seized and the vehicle rolled forward, crashing into a brick wall and damaging the front driver side","quote_2_odi":"11360876","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE PARKED, THE GEAR SHIFTER FRACTURED AND FAILED TO RELEASE FROM PARK","quote_3_odi":"11301076","quote_3_text":"PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT SON'S SCHOOL, TURNED OFF THE ENGINE. WAITED FOR MY SON. THEN CAR WOULD NOT START. DISPLAY WAS SAYING I WAS IN REVERSE. BUT, THE SHIFTER WAS IN THE PARK POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2015-steering-failure","label":"Steering system loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11119772","quote_1_text":"WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOUR STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY FAILS TO CONTROL YOUR CAR WHILE YOU ARE DRIVING?","quote_2_odi":"11320792","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO TURN DIRECTIONS. I WAS LEAVING A CUSTOMER HOME AND THE VEHICLE POWER STEERING JUST STOP OPERATING. THIS VEHICLE HAS ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"11492279","quote_3_text":"Steering knuckle developed a crack through what appears to be defective casting of the part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-brake-hcu-lockup","label":"Brake hydraulic control unit lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11687689","quote_1_text":"The brakes suddenly locked up while I was driving which could have caused an accident. Luckily it did not cause me to swerve into oncoming traffic and no one was behind me at the time. This was caused by the ABS unit hydraulic control assembly","quote_2_odi":"11544530","quote_2_text":"The contacted stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the braking system malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11480917","quote_3_text":"Some portion of the brakes master cylinder degraded into small pieces and were found in the brake lines by a Ford Dealership technician","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding and cargo door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11660784","quote_1_text":"On four separate occasions, the rear sliding doors on both the driver and passenger sides have completely detached from the vehicle during the normal process of closing them","quote_2_odi":"11461466","quote_2_text":"Driver-side cargo door does not latch correctly and will open while the vehicle is in motion","quote_3_odi":"11588091","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was operating the vehicle, the front driver side door failed to shut closed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-panoramic-roof-detach","label":"Panoramic roof glass panel detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11699417","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the glass panel from the sunroof unexpectedly detached from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11308375","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY THE STATIONARY PANORAMIC ROOF GLASS DISLODGED, WENT INTO THE AIR AND LANDED ON THE FREEWAY IN DRAMATIC FASHION WITHOUT INJURY OR KILLING ANYONE","quote_3_odi":"11299805","quote_3_text":"THE HUGE GLASS PANORAMIC ROOF AND SUNSHADE CAME OFF AND TORE FROM THE FRAME OF THE CAR LEAVING DAMAGE TO THE STRUCTURE OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11266492","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING SUDDENLY QUIT WITHOUT ANY WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11488037","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while making a right turn, the steering wheel seized and excessive force was required to turn the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11221302","quote_3_text":"WHILE PULLING OUT OF A FAST FOOD DRIVE THROUGH STEERING JERKED TO CENTER AND I LOST POWER STEERING TO THE POINT WHERE I COULD BARELY KEEP CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, MECHANIC INFORMED ME THE POWERING STEERING MOTOR SEEMED OVERHEATED BECAUSE OF ITS LOCATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-shifter-cable-failure","label":"Shifter cable and bushing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11417765","quote_1_text":"The vehicle failed to shift into reverse causing the vehicle roll down hill when the driver expected to back up","quote_2_odi":"11395864","quote_2_text":"WHEN I RETURNED TO MY CAR IT WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE. THE SHIFT LEVER HAD BECOME DISCONNECTED, AND THE SHIFT LEVER BUSHING WAS GONE","quote_3_odi":"11408501","quote_3_text":"SHIFTER CABLE BUSHING FAILURE. CAR IS STUCK IN GEAR, WON'T START BECAUSE IT SAYS IT IS IN DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11539881","quote_1_text":"When picking up the van the service mng informed me that some of the lug nuts are \"swollen\" and the tire iron supplied with the vehicle will no longer fit on the lug nut","quote_2_odi":"11320776","quote_2_text":"LUG NUTS ARE ALL SWOLLEN ON ALL 4 WHEELS. UNABLE TO GET OFF WITH STANDARD WRENCH","quote_3_odi":"11377918","quote_3_text":"STRIPPED OFF LUG NUTS THAT RETAIN THE TIRES / WHEELS ON THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-throttle-body-loss","label":"Electronic throttle body power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11030655","quote_1_text":"VAN WENT INTO \"LIMP\" MODE WHILE DRIVING ON BUSY ROADWAY. TOWED TO FORD DEALER. THROTTLE BODY REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10945601","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE THEN SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND BEGAN TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. THE SMELL OF BURNING OIL WAS PRESENT IN THE CABIN","quote_3_odi":"10967525","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT 40 MPH THE MOTOR STUMBLED, LOST POWER, AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ALONG WITH A MESSAGE STATING THERE WAS A SYSTEM FAULT AND TO SERVICE THE ENGINE NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"ford-transit-connect-2016-windshield-detach","label":"Windshield seal detachment and water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11744832","quote_1_text":"Since then I have been waiting for a crack to form but the windshield started to leak and on gravel and dirt roads the windshield started to vibrate. The vibration got so bad I had to duct tape the windshield on and tried to stop the leak with plumbers putty","quote_2_odi":"11460371","quote_2_text":"And one day while driving I hit a bump in the road and the whole windshield lifted and slammed back down cracking all over","quote_3_odi":"11448843","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the front windshield had started to detach from the vehicle across the entire top of the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2017-backup-camera-blank","label":"Rearview camera showing blank screen in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11752605","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse, the rear-view camera displayed a blank screen with the message \"Camera Unavailable. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign","quote_2_odi":"11625249","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while reversing with the rearview camera engaged, the screen became blurry or blank. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was due to NHTSA Campaign","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2017-electrical-lock-window-fault","label":"Electrical fault affecting door locks and windows","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11162399","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONICS PROBLEMS: CONSOLE DISPLAY WORKS ON A DELAY, WHEN UNLOCKING THE CAR WITH REMOTE KEY ALL 4 WINDOWS WILL ROLL DOWN, LIGHTS DO NOT SHUT OFF WHEN CAR IS LOCKED. CAR HAS TOW PACKAGE AND SHOULD BE INCLUDED IN 2015-2017 FORD TRANSIT RECALL FROM 5/2018","quote_2_odi":"11398256","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE FRONT AND SIDE DOOR . THESE DON'T LOCK AND THE WINDOWS DON'T WORK BUT THE PASSENGER SIDE DOES. JUST STOPPED WORKING LAST WEEK AND THE SMALL FUSES ARE ALL FINE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. NOT SURE IF THIS IS A RECALL MATTER OR NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2017-eps-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11112968","quote_1_text":"AT 10,127 MILES, WHILE DRIVING, MY STEERING FAILED. THERE WAS AN ELECTRONIC POWER ASSIST FAILURE NEARLY CAUSING ME TO CAREEN OFF A HIGHWAY AND DIE. NOT ONLY WAS THERE A LOSS OF POWER STEERING, THERE WAS RESISTANCE. FORD DEALERSHIP HAS HAD MY VEHICLE FOPR 45","quote_2_odi":"11145385","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS A STEERING ASSIST FAILURE, TOTAL LOSS OF POWER STEERING. MAKING VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2017-hcu-brake-malfunction","label":"Hydraulic control unit causing brakes to stick or fail","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11485190","quote_1_text":"HCU (hydraulic control unit) failure, causing brakes to apply without depression of the brake pedal. This occurred both at residential speeds and highway speeds. This caused brakes to over heat excessively and to dangerous levels without system warning","quote_2_odi":"11506256","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH in the rain, the vehicle in front of him made a sudden stop. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond, causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2017-panoramic-roof-detach","label":"Panoramic roof panel separating from the vehicle","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11554570","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2017 Ford Transit Connect at highway speed the panoramic sun roof and attached sun shade completely separated from the vehicle flew into the air and landed in the lanes of travel the vehicle behind me was nearly struck. This is an obvious","quote_2_odi":"11529184","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the panoramic roof panel detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2018-abs-brake-lockup","label":"ABS module failure causing brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11713637","quote_1_text":"One tire locks up gradually and then completely preventing the vehicle from being driven and causing damage to the other tires","quote_2_odi":"11639972","quote_2_text":"ABS brakes are locked up and only release after a few seconds","quote_3_odi":"11745074","quote_3_text":"There is an active, intermittent, catastrophic failure in the front braking system/ABS module causing the front brakes to completely lock up mid-transit while operating at high speeds (60+ MPH)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2018-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11534789","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while an employee was driving at 30 MPH, the rear driver side sliding door unintendedly opened","quote_2_odi":"11463851","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is less than 5 years old, 10 months out of warranty. The LOCKS stopped working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2018-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering rack failure without warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11639976","quote_1_text":"Power steering failed without warning","quote_2_odi":"11467730","quote_2_text":"Steering system failed while driving put driver at risk of crash","quote_3_odi":"11464032","quote_3_text":"Unexpected power steering failure while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2018-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11431800","quote_1_text":"Torque Converter failed. Confirmed by dealer service department","quote_2_odi":"11582928","quote_2_text":"The transmission is having a shuddering issue, and looking online there on tons and tons of people having the same issue and stating it’s the torque converter","quote_3_odi":"11606483","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted, with the traction and ABS warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2019-abs-brake-lockup","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit failure and brake lock-up","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11600953","quote_1_text":"Brakes locked up while car was in motion and brake pedal was not depressed. Smoke came from brakes. Happened with front and rear brakes. Able to stop and restart vehicle and move it off roadway","quote_2_odi":"11735649","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has only been driven for 24K miles and there was an issue with the ABS Hydraulic Control Unit (HCU) and the recommendation is for it to be completely replaced","quote_3_odi":"11556683","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 65 MPH, the braking system erroneously activated causing the vehicle to suddenly decelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2019-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Rearview camera freeze or blackout in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11737254","quote_1_text":"Description of Defect: When the vehicle is shifted into reverse, the rearview camera display freezes for several seconds before going black","quote_2_odi":"11692596","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11579844","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic failure of the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11726533","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure after all known transmission recalls were repaired","quote_3_odi":"11641164","quote_3_text":"Transmission Issues sometimes vehicle rolls back. Not in gear hesitates at high speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2019-windshield-leak-detach","label":"Windshield leak or detachment at seal","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11464400","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, wind noises were heard coming from the front windshield","quote_2_odi":"11641605","quote_2_text":"During a rainy day, I had water coming in from around the top driver's side windshield and from the inside light above the dash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2020-brake-system-failure","label":"ABS module failure and brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11734688","quote_1_text":"ABS Hydraulic control unit pump malfunction. vehicles brakes locked up on the highway and could of caused an accident. this is a known and common issue with these vans. this type of thing shouldnt happen my vehicle has only has 67,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11618910","quote_2_text":"At highway speeds (55-70), light brake pressure resulted in major frontend vibration and front left caliper seized. After pulling off the road, the front left wheel rim was too hot to touch","quote_3_odi":"11641040","quote_3_text":"The left front wheel locked up. The dealership first replaced the brake line. When that didn’t repair the problem they said they’d need to replace the ABS Module. The vehicle has less than 30,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2020-precollision-assist","label":"Pre-Collision Assist warning and transmission hesitation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11483077","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated while driving 20-30 MPH, the message \"Pro-Collision Assistant is Unable\" was displayed. The accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle jerked and hesitated to respond","quote_2_odi":"11384813","quote_2_text":"ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS THE DASH INDICATOR STATED AS FOLLOWS: \"PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE\". WHEN THIS ERROR MESSAGE APPEARS, THE CAR DOES NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"11342857","quote_3_text":"WHEN WE TOOK ON THE ROAD WITH AROUND 30MILES SPEED 10MINUTES AFTER WE LEFT, SUDDENLY A WARNING MESSAGE CAME UP SAID THAT \"PRE-COLLISION ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE\". AS WE SAW THE MESSAGE WE HAD NEVER SEEN BEFORE, WE SLIGHTLY REDUCED A SPEED BELOW 25MILES AND KEPT DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11674837","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure in my 2.0L Ford Transit Connect at approximately 94,000 miles. When I shift into reverse, the van sometimes drives forward instead of backing up — as if the transmission is confused or stuck in the wrong gear","quote_2_odi":"11668747","quote_2_text":"My 8F35 transmission failed at 95,000 miles, a new unit was put in and that transmission failed at about 175,000 miles, a new transmission was not put in for replacement, but was rebuilt by Ford and currently I have 185,000 miles and as I slow down the transmission starts to","quote_3_odi":"11317230","quote_3_text":"FAILURE WITH THE TRANSMISSION WITH ONLY 8000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ford","make_slug":"ford","model":"Transit Connect","model_slug":"transit-connect","cluster_id":"transit-connect-2020-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield adhesive water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11731905","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving in a rainstorm, rainwater poured into the vehicle from the front passenger’s side windshield","quote_2_odi":"11626921","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was condensation leaking from the top of the windshield. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_3_odi":"11506041","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that the windshield was leaking. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V192000 (Visibility) but the vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ford/transit-connect","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ford"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-acc-false-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control false forward-collision braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11615124","quote_1_text":"On numerous occasions, while driving with the adaptive cruise control on, at highway speeds, and no other vehicles near me, the system emits several beeps, shows that I'm close to a vehicle ahead of me (there isn't one), and initiates hard braking for maybe a couple of seconds","quote_2_odi":"11603606","quote_2_text":"From six to ten times over the past year, while at highway speeds, the adaptive cruise control has suddenly sounded warning chimes and momentarily engaged emergency braking, when there is no other vehicle or object ahead of me","quote_3_odi":"11682095","quote_3_text":"I'd like to note that I've seen a large amount of 2019 Genesis G70 RWD drivers make the same complaint as myself, the VSS completely and suddenly just stopped working. No heavy or hazardous driving to report","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-brake-failure-garage","label":"Complete brake failure at low speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11385955","quote_1_text":"CRASHED INTO MY GARAGE WALL AT SLOW SPEEDS. I PULLED INTO THE GARAGE RIDING THE BREAK PEDAL (NO ACCELERATION/GAS) AND WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP THE BREAKS SEEMED TO GIVE OUT COMPLETELY. EVEN AS I SHOVED THE BREAK PEDAL TO THE FLOOR IT SEEMED TO DO NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"11362489","quote_2_text":"ON 8/8/2020 I DROVE MY GENESIS G70 SPORT INTO MY HOME GARAGE DOORS AND CENTER SUPPORT BETWEEN THE TWO DOORS. IT WAS SLOW SPEED. I WATCHED AS MY CAR CONTINUED FORWARD WITH MY FOOT HARD ON THE BRAKE WITH NO BRAKING ACTION AT ALL. IT WAS A 100% BRAKE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-fuel-pump-loss-power","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11758714","quote_1_text":"Twice within approximately two weeks, the vehicle has suddenly and unexpectedly experienced a near-total loss of propulsion while being driven","quote_2_odi":"11745301","quote_2_text":"On 05/19/2026, the vehicle suffered total loss of drive power at highway speeds (Hwy 16/211), creating an immediate hazard. The manufacturer failed to provide a timely remedy, initially misdirecting me to a dealer unable to service the model","quote_3_odi":"11606784","quote_3_text":"Her High pressure fuel pump failed Diagnosed by me. Throwing the Code P0088 which is a too high pressure in fuel rail system code","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment touchscreen freeze or blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11712690","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the audiovisual navigation screen displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer","quote_2_odi":"11462692","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system, while using Apple Car Play, is operating erratically, and at its worst goes to a completely black screen that does not accept any input from the touchscreen","quote_3_odi":"11483778","quote_3_text":"Audio visual screen freezes and changes menus without you touching it. Went to dealer and they stated they know about it and they do not have a fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-mirror-failure","label":"Power side-view mirror actuator failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11668002","quote_1_text":"Component that failed: Driver-side mirror actuator on my 2019 Genesis G70 3.3T (power-folding, auto-dimming mirror). It intermittently malfunctions by tilting completely up or down without input, making it impossible to see out of the mirror while driving","quote_2_odi":"11501031","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and merging into the right lane, the contact became aware that the passenger’s side sideview mirror was still locked in the closed position. The contact stated that the sideview mirror failed to retract when the vehicle was unlocked","quote_3_odi":"11501028","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the side view mirrors failed to open intermittently, causing the contact to manually open the mirror. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-oil-pressure-sensor","label":"Oil pressure sensor or warning light malfunction","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11665398","quote_1_text":"Oil pressure sensor in the engine failed. This issue is critical and unsafe due to driver distraction and making sure their engine will not seize. I had to pull over on the side of the highway, and risk endangering myself and others","quote_2_odi":"11643156","quote_2_text":"Got an oil change on [XXX] , and 8 days after my oil light turned on. When I'm driving it turns off. When I'm on a stand still it turns on. When I give it a little gas on a stand still it turns off. My local Genesis Dealership thinks my Oil pressure switch can be failing","quote_3_odi":"11626555","quote_3_text":"However, the oil pressure light seems to flash on and off when it wants too. After doing an oil change every 3,500k miles, it started to turn on recently. I’ve checked the oil and everything seems to be fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-starter-solenoid-recall","label":"Starter solenoid water intrusion fire-risk recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11607579","quote_1_text":"Genesis issued safety recall for all 2019 G70’s because the starter solenoid could be contaminated with water resulting in a potential risk for an engine compartment fire ( letter received from Genesis Motor America LLC. 8-1-24 )","quote_2_odi":"11595307","quote_2_text":"NHTSA Recall Number 24V-107 I received notice of this recall in February. I was warned of a fire risk. I keep calling the dealer and reaching out to Genesis corporate and no remedy is available. It has been several months and this is unacceptable given the safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11592788","quote_3_text":"The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V107000 (Electrical System) and 24V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11511355","quote_1_text":"As I was driving my Genesis G70 on the highway last week in heavy traffic, without any warning, the sunroof exploded. It made a very loud noise and scared the hell out of me. Luckily I maintained control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11449898","quote_2_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving, around 50mph. It was about 40 degrees Fahrenheit outside. No other vehicles were in the immediate vicinity and nothing was above me at the time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"g70-2022-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control phantom braking and ADAS warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11504378","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds with the Adaptive Cruise Control activated, the vehicle experienced phantom braking without another vehicle being nearby. The contact stated that the system would be activated by a shadow within the detection zone of the","quote_2_odi":"11654314","quote_2_text":"1. forward collision warning works sometimes at long distances, but not always at short distances 2. blind spot and parking collision warning does not always work ESPECIALLY FOR HUMANS.  (there have already been three collisions with objects), Contacting the manufacturer does not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"g70-2022-drivetrain-whine","label":"Drivetrain whining and droning noise at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743027","quote_1_text":"The vehicle produces a prominent, loud mechanical whining and droning noise specifically when driving within the speed range of 55 mph to 65 mph. The issue is highly load-dependent: the noise significantly intensifies and gets louder when decelerating/coasting down through this…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"g70-2022-engine-limp-mode","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode activation","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11704985","quote_1_text":"I experience a lack of power issue when driving the vehicle and attempting to accelerate past 40-60 mph. I will floor the accelerator and the car still stalls and will not accelerate. This has been terrifying when merging onto the highway and realizing this issue is occurring, as","quote_2_odi":"11550497","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is just over two years old and this has happened three times.  Every light and warning message on the dash comes on all at once and the vehicle is put into limp mode.  Going from 50 miles per hour to a little over 5 miles per hour in just a few seconds.  Genesis also","quote_3_odi":"11497802","quote_3_text":"Upon pressing the gas pedal to start the car moving after a light turned green, vehicle shuddered, all dash lights came on and vehicle was unable to do anything but coast at a dangerously slow speed. Check engine light remained lit. I pulled over and turned off the engine and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"g70-2022-fuel-pump-recall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump recall and parts availability","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11618004","quote_1_text":"After speaking to the Genesis dealerships closest to my residence, it was made aware to me that the recall part in question, the High-Pressure Fuel Pump, will not be able to be repaired in a timely manner due to the parts not being in stock and that the dealerships I contacted","quote_2_odi":"11717676","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is covered under Safety Recall 023G involving an ECU update, inspection for DTC P0088, and high-pressure fuel pump replacement if inspection criteria are met.  The recall is listed as completed, however the high-pressure fuel pump was not replaced, and the dealer has","quote_3_odi":"11615922","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"g70-2022-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly condensation and moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755110","quote_1_text":"2022 Genesis G70: Severe moisture inside of headlights causing DRL, blinkers, headlights, etc., to short out or completely stop working.  I had them replaced once under warranty and the same thing happened again. The Genesis dealership and Genesis customer care now refuse to take","quote_2_odi":"11706653","quote_2_text":"The headlights will randomly start getting excessive condensation and if it gets bad enough it will affect the turn signal and render it useless. The dealer and Genesis Care both just tell me to turn on my brights for 18min to clear it up. I've already had one replaced under","quote_3_odi":"11572213","quote_3_text":"Found condensation on both headlights.  Took to dealer and they stated that it was caused by rock chips and Genesis will not cover the cost of repair.  I talked to Genesis corporate office and they said condensation is normal and they will not repair it. I took my car to a body","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2023-adas-braking-malfunction","label":"Driver-assist braking and steering malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11744691","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden emergency braking intervention on the highway. Alert came on and it said emergency breaking with curved red arrow and the car slowed down from around 70mph-60mph. Lane assist was on but the car was not on cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11713142","quote_2_text":"I had heard a thumping noise in the front end when I would turn the vehicle. On the date of crash, there was a very loud pop noise, then loss of brakes and impact. Air bags deployed due to impact. Total loss","quote_3_odi":"11485200","quote_3_text":"Unintentional acceleration - parked car crashed into garage wall, damaging front bumper and home structure. Have lost all faith in vehicle. Sensors and automatic brake failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2023-fuel-pump-loss-of-power","label":"Loss of power and limp mode linked to fuel pump","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11716082","quote_1_text":"The fuel delivery system, specifically the fuel pump and fuel rail pressure system, has malfunctioned and continues to trigger diagnostic trouble code P0191 (fuel rail pressure sensor range/performance), despite a prior recall-related software update performed by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11660120","quote_2_text":"The car randomly goes into LIMP mode when driving in every condition going at any speed, the car has a significant loss of power and needs to be restarted to gain power back. I have almost crashed because of this problem numerous times","quote_3_odi":"11586916","quote_3_text":"I have had my car for almost 6 months and in that time frame twice my car while driving on the highway my car went into limp mode and was not responding. I was unable to accelerate. It was almost like I wasn’t able to control my car. All lights on the dash came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G70","model_slug":"g70","cluster_id":"genesis-g70-2023-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight condensation causing turn signal fault","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11750206","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Genesis G70. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the \"Turn Signal Error\" message was displayed and an orange master warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11726868","quote_2_text":"The headlights somehow gets condensation/moisture inside of them and when this happens it makes the turning signal faulty and not work properly. A notification pops up in the vehicle that says “check turn signal” and the turing signal does not flash properly","quote_3_odi":"11699989","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS WITH LOTS OF CONDENSATION. APPARENTLY GENESIS HAS BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH THEIR HEADLIGHTS. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/g70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-door-trunk-latch","label":"Door latch and trunk release failure to open","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11569504","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon attempting to enter the vehicle, he became aware that the driver's side rear passenger door failed to unlatch. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the door latch","quote_2_odi":"11488983","quote_2_text":"THE DOORS ON THE VEHICLE EITHER REAR OR OTHER WILL NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE OR INSIDE AND PERSON CAN GET TRAPPED IN THE SEAT. PROBLEM HAS BEEN RECOGNIZED BY DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HYUNDAI","quote_3_odi":"11456623","quote_3_text":"Next time I go to access the trunk, to my surprise, it does not open. I tried the key release, dash release, manual key unlock, and interior emergency trunk release - none worked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-engine-shutoff-no-start","label":"Engine shutoff while driving and intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11687871","quote_1_text":"While driving the engine simply stops and won't restart. When this happens, the key fob won't lock the car or unlock the trunk. The trunk opening button won't open the trunk. It just flashes the parking light and gives a sound","quote_2_odi":"11252865","quote_2_text":"THE CAR RANDOMLY DOES NOT TURN ON WHEN I PRESS THE START BUTTON. NOTHING HAPPENS. IT'S NOT THE KEY FOB EITHER BECAUSE ABSOLUTELY NOTHING WORKS IN THE CAR AT THAT POINT","quote_3_odi":"11744873","quote_3_text":"WHEN YOU PRESS ON THE GAS ACCELERATOR- THE CAR ONLY MOVES AT A FEW MILES PER HOUR. THIS IS INTERMITTENT BUT MAKES THE CAR UNDRIVEABLE AND VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-harsh-shifting","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11630914","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power for approximately 2-3 seconds. The contact stated that there was a loud thump when the transmission shifted gear","quote_2_odi":"11501483","quote_2_text":"Approximately May or June of 2022 I noticed my 2017 Genesis g80 began intermittently hesitating and hard shifting when I was driving so being that I hadn't had it even a year I contacted the dealer and Genesis","quote_3_odi":"11339036","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND VIBRATED ABNORMALLY WHILE CHANGING GEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-oil-pressure-sensor","label":"Oil pressure sensor failure with warning light at idle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11651647","quote_1_text":"At 63,230 miles the engine oil pressure light would illuminate on my 2017 Genesis G80. I took it to the dealer and the technician found the oil pressure switch on my car went bad and in the words of the mechanic was leaking internally","quote_2_odi":"11703012","quote_2_text":"Oil pressure light started to come on at idle, goes away while driving.. heard this has been and issue and even the dealership knows about it.. there is also a recall in Korea for the same exact thing for the same exact cars but no recall in the usa","quote_3_odi":"11630128","quote_3_text":"The hyundai genesis and the genesis G80 have an oil pressure sensor defect. Practically, everyone i know with a genesis, in particular the 3.8 L engine, has this issue. The oil pressure sensor illuminates even though the engine oil level is fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability (ABS, starter relay)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11591002","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11588406","quote_2_text":"Recall 24V107000 issued 2-13-2024 for compartment fire while parked or driving. I received such recall from Genesis within the past two weeks, now 5-13-2024, not promptly as it should have been since it is a high rise of danger to users and passengers","quote_3_odi":"11421688","quote_3_text":"Hyundai Motor America and Genesis Motor America are recalling my 2017 Genesis G80 vehicle to address a risk with anti-lock break system (ABS) modules because it could malfunction internally and case an electrical short over time potentially resulting in engine compartment fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-steering-sticking","label":"Steering sticking and assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11426259","quote_1_text":"When steering car to left 2 or 3 times some days it sticks and I have to yank it back","quote_2_odi":"11257952","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND MAKING LEFT TURNS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT RETURN TO ITS NORMAL POSITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11283136","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH ON INTERSTATE HWY, OUR SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. SR WAS CLOSED AND NO OBJECTS WERE SEEN OR FELT HITTING THE ROOF. NO CARS OR TRUCKS IMMEDIATELY IN FRONT OF OUR CAR","quote_2_odi":"11474860","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the moon roof was closed and shattered. There was no impact to the moon roof to cause the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2017-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11339790","quote_1_text":"BOTH FRONT CONTINENTAL PROCONTACT TX TIRES DEVELOPED SIDEWALL BUBBLES AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT WITH UNDER 30,000 MILES ON THEM. THIS OCCURRED FROM NORMAL DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11428838","quote_2_text":"Both passenger side tires had to be replaced. The car has less than 9,000 miles. Front tire had a sidewall bubble. Rear tire had a sidewall tear with metal showing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-ac-loses-cooling","label":"Air conditioning loses cooling during extended driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11698399","quote_1_text":"A/C does not work as blower will not put out cold air. During hot days in Florida with children and elderly in the car this poses a risk to our health. This happens when A/C has been on for approximately one hour. No warning messages whatsoever. This has been reported by many","quote_2_odi":"11643599","quote_2_text":"Air conditioner freezes up and blows hot air in very hot weather. Causes dangerous driving environment","quote_3_odi":"11582048","quote_3_text":"ongoing problem with vehicle AC been to dealer 10 times for repair but problem persist. AC stops blowing cold air or has minimal blowing pressure after several hours of driving. sometimes a noise behind the glove compartment like something knocking. seems like system freezes as","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-oil-pressure-sensor-warning","label":"Oil pressure warning light triggers intermittently","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11709296","quote_1_text":"There is a known issue with these vehicles where the Oil Pressure Sensor/Switch triggers at idle and low RPMs but nothing is necessarily wrong other than the sensor itself. However, since the sensor malfunctions, owners can’t know if the pressure is actually bad or if oil levels","quote_2_odi":"11564240","quote_2_text":"Faulty oil pressure sensor comes on below 55 degrees and off when you increase RPM and speed. This is a huge safety issue if you think it's the sensor but it's not and can damage your engine, but it's nightmare when it's the sensor and you have a panic attack every time it comes","quote_3_odi":"11507967","quote_3_text":"The oil pressure light comes on intermittently - often at low RPMs and then goes away at higher RPMs. It is a very expensive repair and appears to be just due to a faulty oil pressure sensor. The light causes issues because it covers up whether there is another more serious","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-rear-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear door latch or lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749002","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear door electric latch is stop working and i tried to open the latch manually but the locked latch won't let me but remain locked. I have concerns with the situation because when door latch were broken due to accident, the door would remain locked and passengers","quote_2_odi":"11671815","quote_2_text":"Rear left door lock actuator has failed. Door will not open from inside or outside. There is no emergency release of any kind. This is a major safety concern as in the event of an accident occupants could be stuck inside the vehicle. This is a known issue with this model as well","quote_3_odi":"11441477","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact stated the rear driver’s side door failed to lock or unlock. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing the rear driver’s side door latch to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired but","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608443","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded","quote_2_odi":"11591774","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact called Roadside Assistance, who arrived and restarted the vehicle. The contact used a boost charger to start the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The","quote_3_odi":"11430308","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-steering-airbag-no-deploy","label":"Driver or steering wheel airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11703862","quote_1_text":"I hit a grass wall after striking a deer who bent my control arm and all airbags DEPLOYED BUT THE ONE WHO SAVES THE DRIVER THE MOST IMPORTANT AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11699927","quote_2_text":"1-THE STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING A COLLISIOM WHILE ALL OTHER AIRBAGS `AIRBAGS INCLUDING REAR SEAT AIRBAGS -DID DEPLOY. THIS SUGGEST A POSSIBLE MALFUNCTION IN THE AIRBAG CONTROL MODULE STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG UNIT OR SENSOR SYSTEM. **YES THE VECHCLE IS AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11710742","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed during the night, a deer hit the contact's vehicle on the front passenger side. The vehicle spun around and ended up in a \"grass hill\" where it came to a stop. The driver-side air","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-steering-wheel-binding","label":"Steering wheel binds and fails to self-center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11595244","quote_1_text":"When turning, steering wheel sticks and does not return to center. It is necessary to use some additional effort to force the wheel back to center. No warning lamps or diagnostic trouble codes. Clear safety issue that has been documented by numerous other owners of the Genesis","quote_2_odi":"11530933","quote_2_text":"Steering linkage intermittently causes steering wheel to bind when making an extended curve turn. Steering wheel will not return to center without driver effort. If not returned manually, vehicle will continue to veer to the side of the road. First occurred in July 2020 at","quote_3_odi":"11436777","quote_3_text":"Whenever I make a prolonged right hand turn the steering wheel sticks in that position until it is MANUALLY returned to center. For example, taking an on-ramp than is a large ‘U’, the vehicle steering wheel ‘sticks’ in the turned position to the right. I can take my hand off the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-tire-sidewall-bubbles","label":"Continental OEM tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11348837","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 GENESIS G80 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TIRES, TIRE LINE: CONTI PRO CONTACT TX, TIRE SIZE 245/40/ZR19, DOT NUMBER: (NOT AVAILABLE). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, A YELLOW WARNING LIGHT APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT","quote_2_odi":"11244427","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 GENESIS G80 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL PROCONTACT TX TIRES, SIZE: 245/40R19 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES SHOWED BUBBLES ON THE SURFACE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE ORIGINAL FROM THE MANUFACTURER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO","quote_3_odi":"11132223","quote_3_text":"CONTINENTAL TIRES ARE CHEAP AND PRONE TO BLOWOUTS AND SIDEWALL BUBBLES. I GOT ONE BUBBLE AND DEALER SAID IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THESE TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2018,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2018-turbo-oil-pipe-leak","label":"Turbocharger oil supply pipe leak and smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11675780","quote_1_text":"Component: Engine / Turbocharger / Oil Line / Fire Risk Vehicle Problem: For the past five months, my oil light has been coming on and off sporadically (not flickering), even though mechanics and oil shops said there was no issue. A few days ago, the car started smoking out of","quote_2_odi":"11582190","quote_2_text":"The vehicle started smoking Dec 2023. Placed it in the shop and got a diagnostic finding out about the turbocharge oil pipe leak. Two days after I got the car out the shop a recall was issued for the turbo oil pipe Genesis recall 019G. Called Genesis corporate office and the","quote_3_odi":"11514768","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Genesis G80. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was white smoke coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the turbo pipe seal had failed causing oil to drip onto","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2019-ac-system-failure","label":"Air conditioning system failure outside warranty","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11747952","quote_1_text":"Air conditioning problem . Ac shuts down after several hours . Has happened to numerous other Genesis cars","quote_2_odi":"11669207","quote_2_text":"The AC system on this car, and seems series of years is widely known to have major issue, as is the case with mine. I'm having issues with the dealer telling me the car is out of warranty 35k miles, 2019 year. Based on researching and talking with other","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2019-brake-hydraulic-recall-unresolved","label":"Brake hydraulic recall left unresolved","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11416616","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 GENESIS G80. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V160000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT GREGORY HYUNDAI LOCATED AT 490","quote_2_odi":"11415165","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A RECALL I LEARNED THROUGH MY OWN RESEARCH HEARING ABOUT IT THROUGH THE NEWS MEDIA. MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER006G NHTSA RECALL NUMBER21V160000 I HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER OR DEALER ABOUT A PROBLEM. I DID ASK ABOUT IT ON A ROUTINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2019-electrical-recall-fire-hazard","label":"Electrical system recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11591870","quote_1_text":"Recall number 1 from 2022 was just complete at Homer Skelton Hyundai in Olive Branch Mississippi on around [XXX]. Now this 2024 recall which is major involving over 30,000 vehicles as of today with the fire hazard is very very suspect. I received a letter 5","quote_2_odi":"11606820","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Genesis G80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2019-hands-on-wheel-false-alarm","label":"Keep-hands-on-wheel alarm triggering with hands on wheel","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11490940","quote_1_text":"Randomly, infrequently when driving at highway speed with both hands on steering wheel get alarm and message to keep hands on steering wheel. I momentarily release and re-grip steering wheel and sound and message eventually disappear. No pattern as to when","quote_2_odi":"11311695","quote_2_text":"AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40 MPH WITH BOTH HANDS AND A GOOD GRIP ON THE STEERING WHEEL I FREQUENTLY RECEIVE THE DISPLAY WARNING \"KEEP HANDS ON STEERING WHEEL\" AND A LOUD AUDIO WARNING. THE LOUD WARNING IS NOT ONLY ANNOYING BUT STARTLING TO EVERYONE IN THE CAR. IF I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2019,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G80","model_slug":"g80","cluster_id":"g80-2019-oil-pressure-sensor-failure","label":"Oil pressure sensor failing outside extended warranty","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11632902","quote_1_text":"At just 41,000 miles, the oil pressure sensor has failed. There are many on-line reports of this issue going back several years for the Genesis G80 sedan. It appears this is NOT covered under the 10 yr/100,000 mile warranty and is only covered by the 5","quote_2_odi":"11627032","quote_2_text":"Oil pressured sensor went bad $2500 fix from dealer. In Korea this is a recall. The Genesis forums are full of complaints regarding same issue. The factory should cover this but the 10 year 100000 mile warranty does not cover it since it is considered an","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/genesis/g80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-engine-misfire-rough-idle","label":"Engine misfire and rough idle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11682174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The driver immediately pulled over. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that four crankshaft…","quote_2_odi":"11624649","quote_2_text":"The check engine light keeps coming on. We had spark plugs changed and still keeps miss firing. We are unable to switch between drive modes smoothly. We have taken in for service numerous times.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-engine-oil-leaks","label":"Engine oil leaks and oil pressure warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11691980","quote_1_text":"* Recall Campaign Number : [018G, 019G] I. Statement of Complaint This complaint concerns a failure in a critical safety-related component that was previously addressed under a mandatory manufacturer recall, and the subsequent refusal by the authorized dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11559714","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Genesis G90. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood. The oil warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-forward-collision-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11121231","quote_1_text":"ON 06/10/2017 WE PURCHASED A G90 GENESIS FROM SOUTH CHARLOTTE HYUNDAI AT 8525 SOUTH BLVD CHARLOTTE NC. THE TEAM WAS VERY CONVINCING ABOUT THE QUALITY OF THE VEHICLE & THE 10-YEAR WARRANTY. THE CAR WAS A VERY EXPENSIVE CAR COSTING $74,678.47, BUT WE WERE ASSURED…","quote_2_odi":"11622987","quote_2_text":"Please see attached summary of this issue which has impacted safety of a large number of Genesis vehicles since 1 January 2023.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-overheating-thermostat","label":"Overheating with repeat thermostat replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11576630","quote_1_text":"I have replaced my water pump and thermostat three times in my car in the last two years. I replaced the thermostat less thirty days ago and it still overheating. Southtowne Genesis Dealership in Newman, Georgia has been very rude and unprofessional to me. I need some help.","quote_2_odi":"11548992","quote_2_text":"I have replaced my thermostat four times in the last 18 months and I had it towed to the dealership again this morning for the same overheating problems.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-steering-control","label":"Steering control during turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11613759","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel sticks when making left or right turn. Have to manually return the steering wheel back to a straight/neutral position. Extremely dangerous! If you don’t manually align the steering wheel quickly you will lose control, go off road, or hit another vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11271204","quote_2_text":"AFTER ENABLING THE STEERING ASSIST, LAST YEAR, WE NOTICED IT PULLING MORE AGGRESSIVELY THAN IT DID WHEN WE FIRST PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. WE DISABLED THE FEATURE FOR SEVERAL MONTHS THEN ENABLED IT AGAIN THIS WEEK…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-tire-blowouts","label":"Sudden tire failure and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11220496","quote_1_text":"5 BLOWN TIRES IN LESS THEN 18000 MILES-MOST RECENT ONE WAS WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC TIRE WAS SHREDDED SEEM TO BE USING DONUT AS MUCH AS REGULAR TIRE WONDERFUL CAR BUT AFRAID TO DRIVE IT","quote_2_odi":"11324816","quote_2_text":"I HAVE GENESIS G90 MODEL 2017 AND I HAVE ONLY 10000 MILES ON IT . ALL TIRES ARE CONTINENTAL. LAST MONTH WHEN I WAS DRIVING BACK TO HOME , ALL OF A SUDDEN I SEEN PRESSURE ON MY DASHBOARD FOR LEFT FRONT TIRE WENT 0 AND LOST CONTROL OF MY CAR AND WAS ABOUT TO BE INVOLVED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2017,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"G90","model_slug":"g90","cluster_id":"g90-2017-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11089321","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION CAN POP OUT OF GEAR WHEN THE SHIFT HANDLE IS INADVERTENTLY NUDGED WHILE DRIVING. ALSO, WHEN SHIFTING INTO GEAR WHEN STOPPED, THE TRANSMISSION WILL REVERT TO NEUTRAL (POP INTO) IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION UNLESS YOU HOLD THE HANDLE FORCEFULLY AND IN DRIVE OR REVERSE…","quote_2_odi":"11406114","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SHIFT HARSH/JERKY AT AROUND 25 TO 30 MPH WHEN IN MOTION. IT MAY GO BY ONE DAY WITH NO SYMPTOMS BET THEN I DOES IT FOR DAYS ON END.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/genesis/g90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-adas-unexpected-activation","label":"ADAS unexpected deactivation or emergency braking activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731712","quote_1_text":"The Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on my Genesis GV60 called Highway Driving Assist (HDA) would randomly turn off without warning ever since I purchased the vehicle.  I use it pretty much daily for my commute to work (but have to watch closely since it turns off often…","quote_2_odi":"11614418","quote_2_text":"While attempting to make an unprotected left turn at a traffic light intersection (there is no left turn only light) through active lanes of opposing traffic where there is no median lane and no protective barriers between opposite directions of traffic, my vehicle has executed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight assembly interior moisture accumulation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677271","quote_1_text":"The headlights have excessive moisture on the inside. Genesis replaced them once a year ago but now they have moisture on the inside lens so bad that you can't see the LED bulbs. This is a known issue with the GV60 and even though the car is under warranty Genesis will not cover…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-iccu-failure","label":"Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707496","quote_1_text":"the vehicle's ICCU failed while I was traveling at highway speeds. The ICCU is the primary component that the safety recall was supposed to address, yet it failed anyways. The car suddenly and dangerously reduced propulsion on the freeway, and I had to slowly maneuver the car…","quote_2_odi":"11717429","quote_2_text":"While driving car, I heard a \"pop\" sound coming from the back seat, my ICCU had failed and then there was a sudden loss vehicle power and the car went into a limp mode. The car only had 5,650 miles on it. This is a serious safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11600241","quote_3_text":"I was reversing into my garage when I suddenly heard a loud audible pop from the back seat.  I immediately knew that the High Voltage Fuse and the ICCU completely failed.  A \"Check Electric Vehicle System\" warning showed on the dash and a \"Stop vehicle and check power supply\"…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Driver instrument cluster blank at startup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635917","quote_1_text":"Upon start up in cold weather and for up to about 5 miles thereafter, the instrument panel remains black.  This eliminates any displayed driving information including warnings, speedometer, driving mode and other items such as brake regeneration, etc","quote_2_odi":"11631304","quote_2_text":"When starting the car on cold mornings--parked outside, under a carport--the instrument cluster is blank. It stays blank for two to seven or so minutes, whether or not the car is being driven","quote_3_odi":"11625020","quote_3_text":"At random occurrences during car startup, the instrument cluster remains blank and can take up to several minutes to “wake up”.  Since no cluster-related information such as speedometer or safety and diagnostic lights is available at this time, the car remains un-drivable until…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-level2-charging-port-overheat","label":"Level 2 charging port overheating and charge interruption","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11535384","quote_1_text":"A defect is causing the level 2 chargers to overheat before my vehicles is charged. The chargers may overheat within 30 to 60 minutes of being in use. I must unplug and replug the home chargers in order to restart the charging process","quote_2_odi":"11527853","quote_2_text":"My Car Has a charging port that overheats. It consistently overheats whenever I charge it at the full speed that the vehicle is rated for, 11.5kw (48amp 240V) and their solution, was to slow my charge rate down, once the port overheats, NOT FIX THE ISSUE, it still overheats","quote_3_odi":"11543313","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUE IS WITH THE LEVEL 2 CHARGING, THE CAR STOPS CHARGING AND CAN LEAVE THE CAR UNUSABLE OR WITH LIMITED MILEAGE AVAILABLE. THE CHARGING PORT OVERHEATS AND THE CAR STOPS CHARGING AND WILL NOT RESTART WITHOUT OPERATOR ACTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-rear-axle-fracture","label":"Rear axle fracture and loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655939","quote_1_text":"In January 2025 while driving approximately 40 MPH on a paved flat road, I experienced a sudden thud and loss of power. When I applied pressure to the accelerator a loud angry noise came from the back of the vehicle. Smoke and a burning smell came from the back of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11564466","quote_2_text":"I pulled out of our driveway and after ~100 yards I heard a clunk.  I thought maybe I hit a pothole.  After driving another ~300 yard I accelerated on a freeway onramp when the car lost power and served a bit.  There were no warning lights or messages.  I was just able to get…","quote_3_odi":"11627028","quote_3_text":"On October 17, 2024 one of the rear axles fractured when the car was driven by a dealer employee from our home to Genesis of Kirkland (WA) to resolve another matter,  necessitating towing to the dealership.  It was found by the dealer service department that the rear motor was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV60","model_slug":"gv60","cluster_id":"gv60-2023-seatbelt-pretensioner-malfunction","label":"Seat belt pre-tensioner activation and locking failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735415","quote_1_text":"2023 Genesis GV60 has a recurring pre-active seat belt system malfunction. The seat belt pre-tensioner activates without cause, tightening the seat belt unexpectedly while driving. This defect has occurred multiple times and has been documented across three separate dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11651885","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the front driver’s and passenger's side seat belts failed to lock securely. There were no warning lights illuminated. The dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment. The contact then received a recall letter for an unknown recall…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"ADAS false activation and unintended braking events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696943","quote_1_text":"I was driving and I wasnt merging, no one was in front or behind me and my car had a collision warning and forced me to brake 3 times in a row. I was going 30 miles per hour and it made me brake really quickly, then it went forward, broke again by itself, went and then broke one…","quote_2_odi":"11617575","quote_2_text":"I have been getting a number of safety warning lights since about 6 months after buying this car.  It is new, under warranty and I am first owner.  They were intermittent initially, but have become increasingly frequent and are now associated with a constant warning ping.  I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-airbag-deployment-anomalies","label":"Airbag deployment anomalies in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616203","quote_1_text":"I was in a collision where another vehicle crashed into me at the driver's side front corner of my car.  The other driver was going at least 30 miles per hour; I was probably going 10-20 miles per hour.  None of my airbags deployed despite the collision resulting in a total loss…","quote_2_odi":"11722522","quote_2_text":"Due to icy roads, the Genesis slid into a curb at a slow rate of speed. The vehicle did not go up on to the curb and the speed was very slow. There were scratches on the wheel, but no other body damage or contact. Four airbags violently deployed in a spectacular overreaction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-front-strut-mount-failure","label":"Front strut tower mount displacement through hood","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11568938","quote_1_text":"Driving down side road about 35-40 MPH with my son, hit a hole in road.  Car made a loud boom with immediate signs of problem. (No airbag deploy or warning signs showing on app or on dash)  Pulled over to find no issue with tires, body of car or rims of tire.  Upon raising hood…","quote_2_odi":"11540837","quote_2_text":"Upon uneven roads or light pot holes the front strut tower mount interior completely slips up toward the engine lid. The parts does not tears it completely slips out causing the strut to hit the bonnet. If this happens at high speed it would be catastrophic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-fuel-pump-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542738","quote_1_text":"Three weeks ago while returning to SC from Fl on I95, the engine jolted, stalled momentarily , and would not accelerate to keep up with traffic. I pulled over, turned off the engine, and re-started the engine. It started and sounded normal, as did the car diagnostic screen which…","quote_2_odi":"11540653","quote_2_text":"I was merging on the interstate going 65 miles per hour and the vehicle stalled, lost power and came to an immediate stop. Absolutely nothing worked!!! I almost got hit by multiple vehicles. I waited a few minutes before restarting and the vehicle drove like nothing was wrong","quote_3_odi":"11721021","quote_3_text":"The high-pressure fuel pump failed, resulting in insufficient fuel delivery to the engine. This caused a significant loss of engine output, with the vehicle unable to accelerate beyond approximately 35 mph or stalling around 60 mph and exhibiting very slow acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-headlight-moisture-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly moisture and condensation buildup","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705153","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has severe condensation on both headlights (Driver and Passenger) sides. This issue was addressed before and light were replaced by dealership. This is definitely a design defect that allows condensation to accumulate. This has affected proper light projection which…","quote_2_odi":"11641246","quote_2_text":"Condensation in head lights. Cars been at dealer. I’m told it’s normal for two years  driving to work on 2/6/25 snow and sleet. Left light went out. Head light and hi beam.  On line says the condensation issue is common on 2022 GV70. How is water and lighting not a recall ?","quote_3_odi":"11668891","quote_3_text":"Been dealing with fogged up headlights from the time I bought my 2022 Genesis gv70 new. I've had at least 4 headlights replaced including recently, June 2025. My warrenty is about up and I was told by the dealership that I would be on my own after this. Problem is obviously not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-seat-belt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner recall and restraint failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508349","quote_1_text":"HYUNDAI/GENESIS IS INITIATING SAFETY RECALL 012G TO ADDRESS A CONDITION PREVIOUSLY REFERENCED IN RECALLS 211/009G, 219, 220, 223, 229, 231, AND 238/011G REGARDING THE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER. THIS RECALL INCLUDES CERTAIN, NEWLY IDENTIFED GENESIS VEHICLES BASED ON HYUNDAI/GENESIS'…","quote_2_odi":"11583152","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while the driver was driving at an undisclosed speed during rainy weather conditions, the driver crashed into a Ford Fusion at an unknown location and there was a third vehicle impacted that crashed into a wall. The driver of the vehicle that crashed into a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-sunroof-water-intrusion-electrical","label":"Sunroof drain clog and interior water intrusion","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670654","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced water intrusion through sunroof drainage system during rainfall, causing saturation of interior components and electrical malfunctions. Water accumulated in cup holders, dashboard areas, and saturated headliner materials. Following water exposure, vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11662478","quote_2_text":"SAFETY DEFECT: Water intrusion through defective sunroof drainage system creating electrical hazards. Vehicle exhibits water leakage into interior during rainfall due to clogged sunroof drain hose plugs. Water accumulates in dashboard area, cup holders, and center console where…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2022-transfer-case-awd-failure","label":"Transfer case failure and AWD system disengagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11483669","quote_1_text":"2022 Genesis GV 70 Advanced model, All Wheel Drive warning light is illuminated on the dashboard at first at random driving condition (highway / city) and at no particular speed. This occurred intermittently over a two week period progressing to the light illuminates after 5-10…","quote_2_odi":"11505556","quote_2_text":"My 2022 GV70 with only 7,025 miles started making a whining/grinding noise.  Shortly after the drivetrain failed while driving the vehicle just after exiting a highway.  The vehicle while moving forward every few feet would make a loud bang.  While trying to reverse the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2023-aebs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707341","quote_1_text":"Driving the car on 2 separate occasions in last 3 weeks when car suddenly stopped when driving and vehicle forward collision warning-braking light went on and car stopped in middle of the road and could not drive forward .The first time it lasted several minutes and then I was able to drive.","quote_2_odi":"11696480","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions over a 6 month span the emergency braking system engaged while entering an underground parking garage. There were no vehicles in front or behind. The vehicle immediately engaged the brakes forced the vehicle to stop. Fortunately there were no injuries.","quote_3_odi":"11615650","quote_3_text":"The adaptive cruise control started pacing off vehicles in the right lane instead straight ahead. Then the vehicle's forward collision emergency brake system started engaging with no vehicles infront causing the vehicle to panic stop on its own for no reason.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2023-airbag-spontaneous-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without crash event","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754243","quote_1_text":"While exiting a highway at normal speed and with no impact, collision, or obstacle of any kind, the airbags in this 2023 Genesis GV70 deployed spontaneously. The unexpected deployment caused me to lose control of the vehicle, and a three-car collision followed.","quote_2_odi":"11754462","quote_2_text":"Before this crash the vehicle STARTED ITSELF TWICE WITH NO HUMAN COMMAND - no key press, no remote start, nobody in it. Separately the entire system went completely black, causing TOTAL ECU AND ECM FAILURE. The vehicle lost electrical integrity.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2023-headlight-moisture","label":"Moisture accumulation inside headlight housing","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744516","quote_1_text":"Left front headlight accumulates significant amount of water that worsens with rain events.  Places water in proximity with LED lamps and wiring creating risk of electrical shorts and lamp failure.  This is known issue addressed by a Genesis TSB, but no recall has been initiated despite safety concerns,","quote_2_odi":"11738574","quote_2_text":"Excessive amount of moisture inside my headlight. Affects how bright my headlight is at night and is now prone to failure. Dealership has documentation of the issue and is making it very difficult to replace.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-camera-system-malfunction","label":"Backup and surround-view camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750538","quote_1_text":"Back-up camera stopped working. Upon Reverse, a green screen appears that says \"No Camera Signal Received. Please try again later\". Green screen disappears when car is put in Drive","quote_2_odi":"11625895","quote_2_text":"All of the surround view camera are very out of alignment cause 4 major blind spot in the safety feature","quote_3_odi":"11625897","quote_3_text":"The surround view cameras show four very prevalent blind spots","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-fca-failure-to-activate","label":"Forward collision system failure to activate before impact","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706271","quote_1_text":"The FCA frontal collision avoidance assist did not work when a car pulled out right in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11666244","quote_2_text":"Airbags failed to deploy after pre-collision system did not activate nor did the emergency breaking activate. I struck a larger SUV while traveling ~35 mph broadside and there was no assistance from the vehicle safety features","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-iccu-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering and propulsion loss linked to ICCU failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716883","quote_1_text":"My vehicle failed while in motion. I lost power to the vehicle and power steering","quote_2_odi":"11720170","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving the vehicle, it failed to exceed 15 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) was replaced","quote_3_odi":"11685010","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the road when suddenly the car started an alarm sound, with the message in the heads up display to \"stop immediately and check the brake system\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-lane-assist-steering-pull","label":"Uncommanded steering intervention during lane assist","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751961","quote_1_text":"When Highway Driving Assist / Lane Following Assist is active — confirmed by illuminated green HDA and lane assist indicators — the vehicle applies uncommanded steering torque, to the left or to the right, strong enough to force the vehicle out of its lane","quote_2_odi":"11752400","quote_2_text":"On 7/23/2026, approximately 1:21–1:35 PM, driving in the left lane of a divided parkway with a concrete median barrier, with HDA2 and Lane Following Assist both active and indicating green, the steering wheel turned the vehicle toward the concrete barrier at least seven times,","quote_3_odi":"11727915","quote_3_text":"Most recently, the lane assist system abruptly jerked the steering wheel while passing a side road opening, forcing the vehicle into a curb and causing damage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-loss-of-propulsion-stall","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion or engine stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749215","quote_1_text":"Despite pressing the accelerator, the vehicle completely refused to accelerate beyond 30 mph, forcing me to navigate active highway traffic at a dangerously low speed","quote_2_odi":"11744785","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Genesis GV70 stopped accelerating properly. There is a lag when you push on the accelerator pedal and it must be pushed about 75% before it begins to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11640240","quote_3_text":"While driving on a very busy road, my vehicle suddenly became unable to accelerate beyond 5 miles per hour despite fully depressing the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2025,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"gv70-2025-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic braking activation without obstacle present","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740213","quote_1_text":"When slowly backing up my GV70 from a parking spot, on two occasions the brakes have slammed on. In both instances there were no cars in close proximity behind my vehicle and no hazard or obstacle was present","quote_2_odi":"11726000","quote_2_text":"The cruise control will slam on or firmly apply the breaks for zero reason","quote_3_odi":"11701957","quote_3_text":"It happens randomly when the car is in reverse and it's never triggered by anything that's actually in the way while backing up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2026,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"genesis-gv70-2026-brake-failure","label":"Service brake engagement or loss of braking pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754073","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Genesis GV70. The contact stated that while driving 14 MPH, the brakes independently engaged, causing the contact’s head to hit the driver’s side door/window area, sustaining an injury to the head","quote_2_odi":"11710619","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], the vehicle was started and there were no brakes, the pedal went down to the floor. The car was turned off, restarted and again there were no brakes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2026,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"genesis-gv70-2026-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster or center display goes black in transit","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732547","quote_1_text":"The driver‑side display on my 2026 Genesis GV70 randomly goes black or becomes distorted. This defect is included in Recall No. 26V019","quote_2_odi":"11709546","quote_2_text":"The Instrument Cluster Screen went blank (OFF) while driving 65mph on the freeway. The vehicle mechanically kept functioning. I had no gages","quote_3_odi":"11696753","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a black screen. The contact stated that the instrument cluster independently restarted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2026,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"genesis-gv70-2026-iccu-power-loss","label":"Integrated Charging Control Unit failure causing power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725639","quote_1_text":"Got a \"power limited, check electrical system\" warning when starting the car. Towed it to the dealership and they told me the ICCU failed and it needs to be replaced. It has been over 5 weeks and still waiting for the part to be back in stock","quote_2_odi":"11731269","quote_2_text":"I leased a 2026 Electric GV70 from Genesis in June 2025. In January of 2026, when driving the car I got a warning sign to stop the vehicle and check the battery supply. At that point, the car went into sever power reduction and would only go 20 MPH or so","quote_3_odi":"11722474","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Genesis GV70. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH after charging the vehicle, an unknown warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2026,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"genesis-gv70-2026-stall-no-accel","label":"Loss of acceleration or engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695307","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, the car shut down with no warning messages and gas fumes filled the interior of the car. I was not able to move over to a completely safe spot on the road because the car shut down so quickly","quote_2_odi":"11726876","quote_2_text":"Without any warning, on March 15, 2026, I turned out of a parking lot onto a major road and I noticed it wouldn't accelerate above 20 mph, so I pulled off the road. I tried again and my vehicle still failed to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11724022","quote_3_text":"I have not had no incident yet but my 2026 Genesis GV70 3.5 UNINTENDED ACCELERATION BY ITSELF. WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE ACCELERATE BY ITSELF. WHILE COASTING THE VEHCLE ACCELERATE, i ALMOST HIT THE GARAGE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2026,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV70","model_slug":"gv70","cluster_id":"genesis-gv70-2026-transmission-to-park","label":"Transmission shifts into Park without driver input","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749808","quote_1_text":"On XXX while driving at approximately 5mph in a parking lot my Genesis GV70 shifted from Drive to Park by itself causing the car and my wife and I to lurch forward and come to a stop!","quote_2_odi":"11728732","quote_2_text":"When stopped at a stoplight with my foot on the brake and the transmission in drive (D), after 15-30 seconds, the transmission shifts into park and the engine starts. (the autostart was in the default position). This has occurred repeatedly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/genesis/gv70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-adas-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and autonomous braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01-13 → 2024-01-25","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11567858","quote_1_text":"While driving at low speeds (less than 50mph) the Forward Collision Warning randomly activates. Sometimes its just a warning and sometimes its a warning and forced braking. I was able to capture a video of this","quote_2_odi":"11566479","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service brakes independently engaged. The contact stated that the brakes independently engaged a total of four times while the contact was driving on a major highway. The contact’s son was a passenger in the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-electrical-parasitic-drain","label":"Electrical system parasitic battery drain and shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03-13 → 2024-05-14","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11577476","quote_1_text":"Battery runs out of charge within one day without any rational reason (i.e., no lights, no alarm, no equipment in use) which put me at risk since the car would stop at any time without any warning","quote_2_odi":"11614097","quote_2_text":"Battery begins discharge without warning while driving the vehicle. System begins complete shutdown without warning. Experiencing clunking and or jerking while driving no matter if speed acceleration/deceleration.  Infotainment system goes out of function without notice - radio…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-fuel-door-malfunction","label":"Fuel door switch failure and inability to refuel","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04-13 → 2025-04-17","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11635937","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the fuel tank door switch failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the fuel tank door switch failed to unlock the fuel door. Additionally, the contact stated that the failure had occurred while on a road…","quote_2_odi":"11516913","quote_2_text":"The fuel cap never opens up right away.  It is not an emergency, but it is very time consuming, trying to repeatedly lock and unlock my door several times before the fuel door is released","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"Fuel pump cavitation and sudden loss of drive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03-01 → 2026-04-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11577131","quote_1_text":"On two occasions in the last month the car has suffered a loss of power with the accelerator unresponsive to input. After 5-10 seconds of this still actively occurring the car began to shake violently while I was trying to find a safe place to stop the car out of the traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11722543","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is experiencing sudden loss of drive power without warning.  There is no error code, nor dashboard indicator (check Eng, etc.).  It suddenly just loses power - engine still running. This loss of motive-power safety condition is identical to the fuel pump cavitation…","quote_3_odi":"11544326","quote_3_text":"After driving not even 100 miles, we experienced the vehicle stalling and having no power.  Giving it gas, the RPM's would not rise and the engine then shut off. The engine light briefly turned on but did not stay on.  After the car shut down and turned back on, we kept driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-headlamp-moisture-failure","label":"Driver-side headlamp moisture intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-04-17 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11727543","quote_1_text":"The front left headlamp on my 2021 Genesis GV80 failed completely after visible moisture and condensation accumulated inside the lamp housing for approximately one week. There was no impact, damage, or tampering. The Genesis service center inspected the vehicle and confirmed the…","quote_2_odi":"11693268","quote_2_text":"Condensation has appeared in the driver side headlight. It has caused the headlight and blinker to stop working. In addition, several warning lights have appeared on the dash indicating the following operations are no longer working.... Driver Attention Warning System, Forward…","quote_3_odi":"11655976","quote_3_text":"The component that failed is the driver side headlamp and blinker. It collected condensation from a manufacturer defect that Genesis will not take accountability for. They over tightened the screws which caused hairline cracks in the assembly, which then causes condensation in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster inoperability and blackout","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08-31 → 2026-03-16","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684226","quote_1_text":"my cluster went black. No dash lights. No speedometer. no odometer. no cruiz control nothing works. the 2022-23-124 47,000 have been recalled .. Why not the 2021? Its the same part..  tHIS IS A DISASTER. TOTALLY UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11724760","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the instrument cluster was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the instrument cluster had failed and needed to be replaced at the owner's expense. The contact declined to pay for the repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2021,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2021-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drainage water intrusion and electrical damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-28 → 2026-05-15","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11732830","quote_1_text":"Water intrusion defect manifested 5/28/24 (3 months) with electrical failures and dampness odor. Active leak discovered 9/25 - water leaked onto passenger during operation.   CHILD HEALTH EMERGENCY: My daughter required THREE emergency room visits for severe allergic reactions…","quote_2_odi":"11738054","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was brought in for a recall repair related to a water leak through the sunroof. The repair took over 30 days. The manufacturer directed me to rent a vehicle from a specific rental company and promised reimbursement at $80 per day. The manufacturer is now refusing to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11637169","quote_1_text":"On numerous occasions in the last 3 years the AEB malfunctions and abruptly stops the car. It engages the AEB at least 2 more times before allowing the car to advance. It has happened after waiting at a light, while in stop and go traffic (on [XXX] in Orlando, FL with a tractor…","quote_2_odi":"11663583","quote_2_text":"This vehicle had been in the shop for over a month due to the emergency brake system freezing up causing my rear wheels to lock up,  to smoke and rotors become damaged.  Dealership could not find anything wrong as could not duplicate the issue.  They did say that the EBS did…","quote_3_odi":"11652698","quote_3_text":"While driving down the interstate the rear brakes locked up.  Was not able to accelerate over 65 mph. Originally thought it was a transmission issue until I was able to pull over smelled burning rubber and saw smoke coming from the rear brakes and the rotors completely gouged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-engine-stall-misfires","label":"Engine stall, misfire, and loss of power in traffic","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11480795","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has an issue stalling while in operation. The vehicle is not safe, especially when the vehicle stalls while operating in traffic. The issue puts many drivers and passengers at risk while operating on a roadway","quote_2_odi":"11538382","quote_2_text":"I have been driving my car and it will automatically flip to neutral and start blinking all sorts of engine lights. I can sometimes stop the car and restart it, and it will be okay, but it typically takes a few tries. It has happened after I start my car and am in the driveway…","quote_3_odi":"11504984","quote_3_text":"Engine had first incident not turning in one morning and check engine light showing up. Vehicle had to be towed to neares dealer for repair. They stated there was a dirty coil and that problem was resolved. Two days later check engine e light again came back on and vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11483312","quote_1_text":"My GV80 has been randomly shutting down at low RPMs  for the past 8 weeks this happens WHEN I AM DRIVING and this is happening to other GV80 owners per my service manager I spoke to yesterday.  I need a new fuel pump to fix the issue but they are on back order","quote_2_odi":"11545762","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump malfunctioned while driving 70 mph on the interstate. When the car shuts off, all the dashboard lights come on. Then the car does not allow you to accelerate. My husband and i almost lost our lives","quote_3_odi":"11544477","quote_3_text":"Car stopped running while on the interstate. Could have crashed into others or others crashed into me. Mechanic confirmed it’s a bad fuel pump. 10 other Genesis GV80 in the shop for the same reason. No parts available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-headlamp-water-ingress","label":"Headlamp water ingress and lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722447","quote_1_text":"Water enters headlamp assembly causing a he assembly to fail. Failed assembly ruins control module. Ruined control module disables multiple safety features (7 errors code show upon failure). Root cause is a faulty seal from original manufacturing","quote_2_odi":"11667175","quote_2_text":"Drivers side headlights started collecting condensation,after 2 weeks the daytime running lights stopped working. When driving thru rain the headlights stopped working and the LED warning light came on.We can’t comfortably drive in the rain or after dark without safe lighting","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-horn-failure","label":"Horn intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662622","quote_1_text":"Recurrent failures of horn system. Randomly stops working. Dealer keeps replacing horns but unable to locate problem. This is critical safety equipment. It recurrently puts the safety of myself and my family at risk as the time the horn failure is discovered is when we are using…","quote_2_odi":"11691342","quote_2_text":"Horn stopped working while trying to use on the highway. This is after the passenger headlight failed in July 2025. Why are these safety concerns not being addressed by the manufacturer?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-seat-belt-retractor","label":"Seat belt retractor malfunction and recall part delay","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11458883","quote_1_text":"Seat belt does not retract properly. Often has slack and has to be tugged multiple times or pulled all the way out and then tugged with harder pressure to fully retract properly. This is not safe to drive around as the additional slack does not protect me in the event of a crash…","quote_2_odi":"11539332","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Genesis GV80. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V094000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2022,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2022-seat-movement-discomfort","label":"Driver seat unexpected movement and cushion complaints","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747430","quote_1_text":"While in Drive, the driver's seat unexpectedly moved backward on its own, consistent with the vehicle's \"Easy Access\" seat memory feature activating. This left her unable to reach the brake pedal, and the vehicle careened over the curb and struck a stationary pole, resulting in…","quote_2_odi":"11630136","quote_2_text":"Driver's bottom seat is so uncomfortable and stiff that it is cutting off blood supply to my extremities after only few minutes of driving now. I have numb feeling in my feet and toes. I am worried that this will reduce my ability to brake (stop the car) correctly in case of…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-door-lock-entrapment","label":"Automatic door lock engagement trapping occupants","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-29 → 2025-09-29","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690323","quote_1_text":"after parking in my garage on a hot day (~80°F), my Genesis GV80 automatically locked all doors while my 3-year-old child and dog were still inside. My keys were also locked in the vehicle. Neither the driver nor passenger door thumbprint sensors responded. For approximately 20…","quote_2_odi":"11690321","quote_2_text":"after parking in my garage on a hot day (~80°F), my Genesis GV80 automatically locked all doors while my 3-year-old child and dog were still inside. My keys were also locked in the vehicle. Neither the driver nor passenger door thumbprint sensors responded. For approximately 20…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07-25 → 2026-05-14","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684295","quote_1_text":"the GV80 experienced a complete electrical system failure (dashboard lights began flashing and eventually went black, display screen went black, steering wheel locked and brakes were hard to engage), all while my wife was driving on a major highway in rush hour traffic","quote_2_odi":"11737754","quote_2_text":"various warning lights started to appear in the dash (check high beam assist system, check driver attention system, check speed limit system).  The next day on the 21st when I wen to t take the car in for service the car would not start.  I had to…","quote_3_odi":"11604707","quote_3_text":"Stalls or Stops while driving. Increased RPM when gearing down and lunging with zero fuel pedal applied. Lunging/delayed forward motion from stop with acceleration. Electrical system random issues including unable to hold a charge, parasitic battery drain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-engine-stall-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stall and fuel pump failure while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07-03 → 2026-05-15","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738023","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into traffic, the vehicle stalled. The accelerator was depressed, but the vehicle failed to move. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was due to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V282000 (Fuel System…","quote_2_odi":"11544854","quote_2_text":"I was applying pressure onto the gas pedal and the car suddenly started jerking. The car was not accelerating then the check engine sign came on and then the car completely turned off. Then I restarted the car  and it was moving really slow","quote_3_odi":"11537771","quote_3_text":"I was driving and the car just stopped in the middle of the road. I had to turn the car off and restart. Once I did the car wouldn’t get any speed but the RPM would go up to 4 or 5. I finally got the car home and had it towed the next morning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-forward-collision-adas","label":"Forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08-22 → 2023-12-19","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11540128","quote_1_text":"Forward collision warning and active assist are practically inoperable. The vehicle doesn't detect the car in front of it and doesn't show it on display. The operation doesn't match the described function in the owner's manual","quote_2_odi":"11560941","quote_2_text":"The Adaptive Cruise Control will slow the car down or try to bring it to a stop from speed on a highway for no reason, with no other vehicle in close proximity.  Sometimes it occurs on a curve when the car seems to react to a guard rail or snow bank","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-rear-lsd-powertrain","label":"Rear limited slip differential actuator failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01-16 → 2023-08-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521885","quote_1_text":"Rear limited slip differential actuator failure. Vehicle became unstable while driving although dashboard feedback did not indicate an immediate need for service. Genesis unable to remotely diagnose. Dealer has reported multiple incidents with the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11521251","quote_2_text":"Electronically controlled reae limited slip differential is failing at 6000mi. Normal driving conditions for the life of the vehicle thus far. Four out of five trips in the last 200 miles have shown a warning light on the dashboard with no explanation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-seat-adjustment-failure","label":"Power seat adjustment and folding mechanism malfunction","component_code":"SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05-09 → 2026-04-15","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530139","quote_1_text":"upon trying to reposition the front passenger’s side seat, the seat unable to be moved or adjusted. After several attempts to adjust the front passenger’s seat, the seat moved freely from side to side, stopping extremely closely to the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2023,"make":"Genesis","make_slug":"genesis","model":"GV80","model_slug":"gv80","cluster_id":"gv80-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor impacts","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10-15 → 2025-09-15","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687371","quote_1_text":"I have owned the vehicle for nearly three years and, in that time, have spent more days driving with a cracked windshield than without. Even the smallest of impacts, such as minor stone chips, immediately expand into large cracks, leaving no opportunity for a standard resin…","quote_2_odi":"11489360","quote_2_text":"The front Windshield has an indentation the size of a golf ball below the seal and above the hood and cracks that extend 12- 18 \" beyond the golf ball size indentation. There was no other vehicle, no rock, traveling below the speed limit at 55 on a Friday afternoon","quote_3_odi":"11491062","quote_3_text":"There is a golf ball size indentation on the black border of the windshield with 6-18-33\" cracks extending to the mirror with glass shards covering the dash. There was not other vehicles or rock at the incident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/genesis/gv80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/genesis"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag area","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11342474","quote_1_text":"DASH HAS CRACKED IN A GARAGE KEPT DENALI. IT IS UNSIGHTLY AND SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11132673","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES. THE VEHICLE IS GARAGE KEPT WHEN NOT IN USE. I AM CONCERNED THAT DASHBOARD PIECES MAY INJURE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGERS DURING A VEHICLE ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10969968","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKING ALONG THE CONSOLE AND AROUND THE AIRBAG. SEEMS TO BE A DEFECT FLAW IN THE PRODCT USED FOR THE DASHBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-headlight-low-beam-failure","label":"Headlight and low-beam bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10884333","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE A 2010 GMC ACADIA THAT HAS HAD MULTIPLE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT. THE WHOLE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAS BEEN AN ISSUE AS PER MANY COMPLAINTS IN VARIOUS FORUMS ONLINE. GMC KNOWS THEY HAVE ISSUES WITH THE POWER TO THESE UNITS AND WILL NOT DO ANYTHING TO REPLACE. I HAVE","quote_2_odi":"10896520","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT CONTINUES TO BURN OUT AND THE BULB HARNESS DOES NOT SECURELY HOLD THE BULB. MULTIPLE FAILURES OF THE HARNESS AND BULBS MAKE DRIVING AT NIGHT A SAFETY HAZARD. BASED ON OUR MECHANICS OPINION, THE FAULT IS A POOR DESIGN OF THE PART AND IT SHOULD BE REDESIGNED AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10786638","quote_1_text":"CURRENT RECALL STATES: \"THE AFFECTED VEHICLES, EQUIPPED WITH THE POWER LIFTGATE OPTION, HAVE GAS STRUTS THAT HOLD THE POWER LIFTGATE UP WHEN OPEN. THESE STRUTS MAY PREMATURELY WEAR AND THE OPEN LIFTGATE MAY SUDDENLY FALL.\" MY VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY HAVING THIS PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10816458","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC ACADIA. WHILE PULLING INTO THE GARAGE, THE VEHICLE'S LIFTGATE FAILED AND CAUSED THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE TO LIFT AND DAMAGED THE DOOR OF THE GARAGE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V415000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE","quote_3_odi":"11064700","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC ACADIA. WHILE PULLING INTO THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN PARK. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE LIFTGATE AND IT CLOSED BY ACCIDENT. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO RE-OPEN THE LIFTGATE, BUT IT DID NOT OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering loss during low-speed turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11490961","quote_1_text":"When drving at a slower speed to make a sharp turn, steering wheel almost locks up or have to use both hands to turn the wheel. As if there is no power steering in the vehicle. At times you can not turn as sharp as needed putting you in danger of being hit by another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10721826","quote_2_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. HE WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO NEGOTIATE THE CURVE OF THE ROAD, SO HE CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION BARRIER. THE POLICE REPORT STATED THE CAUSE OF THE ACCIDENT AS \"DEFECTIVE STEERING.\"","quote_3_odi":"11230264","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING GOES OUT AT LOW SPEED TURNS BOTH TURNING LEFT AND RIGHT, AND THEN COMES BACK WHEN STEERING WHEEL FORCED THROUGH THE TURN. VERY DANGEROUS. NEEDS TO BE LOOKED INTO AS I SEE A COMMON ISSUE. STARTED AT ABOUT 85K MILES AND NOW AT 88K. NEED TO GET SERVICED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-timing-chain-stretch","label":"Timing chain stretch and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11319158","quote_1_text":"CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER PUTTING GAS IN IT. WE TOOK IT TO THE MECHANIC THAT REPLACED THE TIMING CHAIN AND HE SAID THE ENGINE WENT OUT OF TIMING CAUSED THE ENGINE TO BE OUT OF TIME, COMBUST, AND DESTROY THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11258413","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN ISSUES. FAILED TENSIONER. 114,00 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10930217","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC ACADIA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART ON THE THIRD ATTEMPT; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2010-transmission-wave-plate","label":"Transmission slipping and wave plate failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11435750","quote_1_text":"2010 GMC Acadia transmission had to be replaced due to faulty wave plate. I have seen many others with this same problem. GM is aware of the issue and even issued a special warranty for 2007-2009 models. 2010 models are having this same issue. GM should stand behind their","quote_2_odi":"11025024","quote_2_text":"79,100.00 MILES WAVEPLATE FAILURE. ENTIRE TRANSMISSION REBUILD REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"10823518","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE VEHICLE LOST ACCELERATION AND EMITTED A WHINING NOISE. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE CODE RELATED TO THE TRANSMISSION. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-airbag-warning-malfunction","label":"Airbag warning light and airbag system malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11648922","quote_1_text":"My air bag light keeps coming on saying to service it. I saw the recalled issues before with the other Acadias and was thinking maybe my year model would need to be looked into as well","quote_2_odi":"11043076","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG SERVICE LIGHT IS ON...I WENT AND HAD DEALERSHIP TAKE A LOOK SAID I NEED A NEW MODULAR WHICH COULD COST OVER 1000.00. HOW COULD THIS GO BAD AND COST SO MUCH","quote_3_odi":"11453019","quote_3_text":"I had a collision with a deer and my airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling or sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11437809","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a busy freeway, my car lost power and became very slow at only 20mph. Almost got rear ended, luckily I was able to pull over. Then check engine light came on. My engine failed and had to tow it","quote_2_odi":"10918084","quote_2_text":"THAT EVENING, AS I WAS DRIVING THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING TERRIBLE SOUNDS AND LOOSING POWER. I STOPPED DRIVING AND HAD IT TOWED TO DEALER. THEY SAID THE ENGINE WAS BLOWN. I HAD NO WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11016035","quote_3_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-headlight-drl-melting","label":"Headlight and daytime running light bulb melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11339505","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE MELTED AND INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STARLING CHEVROLET BUICK GMC (1001 E IRLO BRONSON MEMORIAL HWY, ST CLOUD, FL 34769) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE HEADLIGHT HOUSINGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10937228","quote_2_text":"THIS IS THE 6TH TIME I HAVE NEEDED TO REPLACE MY LOWBEAMS. LAST NIGHT HEADING HOME FROM WORK AROUND DUSK I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD TO SWERVE TO AVOID HITTING HIM","quote_3_odi":"10850176","quote_3_text":"THE DAYTIME LIGHTS, THE BULB HAS MELTED ITSELF INTO THE SOCKET. YOU CANNOT JUST REPLACE THE BULB, YOU HAVE TO REPLACE THE SOCKET ALSO. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE RIGHT AND LEFT SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss or binding at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11256114","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ENCOUNTERING A DANGEROUS LOSS OF POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY ESPECIALLY DURING BRAKING (LOW ENGINE REVS). STEERING APPEARS TO LOCK AND BIND. DEALER STATES FAILURE OF POWER STEERING PUMP AND RACK AND PINION GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11230300","quote_2_text":"AT SLOW SPEEDS MY STEERING GETS VERY HARD AS IF I HAVE NO POWER STEERING AT ALL. VERY DIFFICULT TO PARALLEL PARK. LOUD WHINING SOUND AS I TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"10852450","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11582730","quote_1_text":"I had issue with the timing chain an have check engine light is on I have heard other people having problems with there timing chain. It starts hard. I've had it looked at multiple times. I feel like this is a safety concern","quote_2_odi":"10993369","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS 77,000 MILES AND HAD TO REPLACE THE TIMING CHAIN AND ALL COMPONENTS INVOLVED. THE SERVICE MANAGER SAID THEY HAD RECALLS ON 2007-2009 VEHICLES BUIT HAD SINCE FIXED THE PROBLEM BUT APPARENTLY NOT","quote_3_odi":"11437809","quote_3_text":"Mechanic said faulty timing chains destroyed my engine. Bought a used engine and is costing me over $4,000. I was lucky not to get killed. GM knows there’s a timing chains issues with these engines","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2011-transmission-shudder-slip","label":"Transmission shudder or slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":280,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11447207","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road, transmission will shudder and have difficulty maintaining constant speed. This is especially dangerous while merging on to the highway. It is searching for the gear to be in while rpms are fluctuating","quote_2_odi":"11258350","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION STARTED SLIPPING AND AS I GOT OFF THE EXIT FOR DAYTONA THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT I BARELY MADE IT TO MY RENTAL. I HAD NO EXTRA MONEY AND CAN NOT RENT A CAR BECAUSE I HAVE NO MAJOR CREDUT CARD","quote_3_odi":"11140212","quote_3_text":"THE CAR SHUTTERS INTERMEDIATELY WHEN DRIVEN AT HIGHER POSTED SPEED LIMITS. FROM ABOUT 40/45 MILES PER HOUR UP TO ABOUT 60 MILES AN HOUR. THE VIBRATION SHAKES THE ENTIRE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Service air bag warning light illuminating","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11257237","quote_1_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG DISPLAY ON DASH","quote_2_odi":"11366451","quote_2_text":"SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT ON, SPONTANEOUSLY CAME ON, AND REMAINS ON AT ALL TIMES. REPAIR ESTIMATE FROM GMC DEALER: PASSENGER FRONT AIRBAG $991.50 R REAR SENSOR $500.85","quote_3_odi":"11431996","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS SHOWING ON DASH THAT ( SERVICE AIR BAGS) WHY WOULD THIS TAKE PLACE? IT HAS 175,238 MILES.IS THIS A RECALL OR WHAT? --- PLEASE ADVISE -- THIS COME UP ABOUT TWO WEEKS AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-headlight-drl-melt","label":"Headlight and DRL housing melting or bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11468418","quote_1_text":"The headlights in this make and model go out frequently. I've owned my vehicle for 2 years and have put 5 headlights in it","quote_2_odi":"11032064","quote_2_text":"THE RUNNING LAMPS WOULD NOT COME ON","quote_3_odi":"11420837","quote_3_text":"Drl sockets melted safely issue A service bulletin was issued but not a recall , gm will now not fix it unless I pay 2,600 This is a fire hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-liftgate-falls","label":"Power liftgate falling or slamming shut unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11705928","quote_1_text":"The power lift gate suddenly comes down","quote_2_odi":"11373155","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLES HATCHBACK/ TRUNK LIFTS UP BUT WILL NOT STAY OPEN. AFTER OPENING IT MAKES A HORRIBLE NOISE AND FALLS. IT ACTUALLY FELL ON ME","quote_3_odi":"11349848","quote_3_text":"TAILGATE FALLS DOWN AFTER OPENING. WILL NOT STAY UP WITHOUT HOLDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering pump and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11132953","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING VERY SLOW AND THE POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. IT HAS HAPPENED A COUPLE TIMES IN THE 6 WEEKS","quote_2_odi":"11042061","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILED BOTH POWER STEERING PUMP AND STEERING GEAR. CAR HAS ~50,000 MILES. VEHICLE WOULD HAVE FEEDBACK IN STEERING AT LOW SPEEDS. NO WARNING LIGHT, COULD HAVE FAILED AT HIGH SPEEDS CAUSING INJURY","quote_3_odi":"11023932","quote_3_text":"THE RACK LEAKED AND WAS REPLACED AT APPROX 50 K MILES. THEN THE POWER STEERING PUMP WAS REPLACED AT APPROX 60K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-stall-traction-control","label":"Stall or power loss with StabiliTrak warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11494924","quote_1_text":"THE CAR STALLED, CUT OFF WHILE PULLING INTO TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11664115","quote_2_text":"Vehicle producing code P2138 then goes into limp mode stating to service stability, traction control off and engine reduced power. Replaced Throttle Body and Acceleration Pedal Position Sensor and error was still present","quote_3_odi":"11291202","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY GMC ACADIA THE CAR STARTED LOOSING POWER, IT THEN GAVE A MESSAGE THAT SAID TRACTION CONTROL OFF/ON IT ALSO HAD STABILITY TRACK MESSAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11123749","quote_1_text":"2012 GMC ACADIA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FAILED TIMING CHAIN. *LD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.*JS","quote_2_odi":"11599555","quote_2_text":"142,000 miles and timing chain is bad. A very known issue and a very common issue in the GMC Acadia Denali which I think should be repaired by GM!","quote_3_odi":"11319166","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT THIS GMC USED WITH 32000 MILES. PERFORMED REGULAR SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. THE CAR JUST HIT 102,000 MILES AND THE ENGINE SEIZED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2012-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and slippage at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11585144","quote_1_text":"Transmission is slipping, shuddering at low speeds making car unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11582081","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION STARTES SLIPPING THEN WENT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11241331","quote_3_text":"THE RPM GAUGE IS FLUCTUATING UP AN DOWN WHEN I'M DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, HIGHWAY, CITY ROADS IT IS HAPPENING WHEN COLD OR WARM AND IT DON'T MATTER IF IT'S FLAT ROADS OR A INCLINE. IT BEEN HAPPENING MORE AN MORE NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-engine-stall-piston-failure","label":"Engine stall and piston connecting rod failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11166589","quote_1_text":"PISTON CONNECTOR ROD PUT A WHOLE IN THE ENGINE AT ONLY 62700 (2700 MILES AFTER OIL CHANGE THAT WAS ALWAYS CHANGED AFTER OIL CHANGE LIGHT CAME ON AROUND EVERY 4500 TO 5000 MILES)MILES ON THE VEHICLE. WE WERE DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON MAJOR HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY STOP RESPONDING AND","quote_2_odi":"11129912","quote_2_text":"PISTON PUT A WHOLE IN THE ENGINE AT ONLY 40,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. WE WERE DRIVING AT 70MPH ON MAJOR HIGHWAY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE - DRIVERS SHOULD BE MADE AWARE","quote_3_odi":"11268736","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC ARCADIA. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AND MAKING A TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED. ALSO, THE STABILITRAK DISABLE AND TRACTION CONTROL DISABLE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-headlight-low-beam-failure","label":"Headlight failure and low-beam visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11463626","quote_1_text":"2013 GMC Acadia left brake light, tail light, turn signal bulb is burned out. There is no way to purchase another bulb. Retail stores don't have it. General Motors Corporation discontinued it. 2013 to 2017 GMC Acadia all affected","quote_2_odi":"11230189","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON THIS VEHICLE ARE HORRIBLE , IT IS A SAFETY HAZZARD . WHEN DRIVING THE HEADLIGHTS ONLY LIGHT UP THE ROAD ABOUT 6 FT IN FEONT OF YOU ON LOW BEAM AND THERE IS A DISTINCT LINE WHERE THEY STOP SHINING UPWARDS WHICH IS ONLY ABOUT 4 FT UP INTO THE SKY","quote_3_odi":"10947941","quote_3_text":"FRONT HEADLAMP COLLECTS WATER. LIGHT IS DISTORTED AND BLURRY TO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. BOUGHT CAR DURING A DRY SPELL FROM DEALER. AFTER A DAY OF RAIN HEADLAMP POOLS WATER AND CONDENSATION AND HASN'T BEEN DRY SINCE (6 WEEKS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-service-air-bag-light","label":"Service air bag warning light and wiring recall repeat","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11498067","quote_1_text":"Light “Service Air Bag” came on and will not go off going at speed of 10 mph","quote_2_odi":"11482030","quote_2_text":"A MESSAGE APPEARED ON MY DASHBOARD STATING \"SERVICE AIR BAG\". I BROUGHT MY 2013 GMC ACADIA TO KING O'ROURKE DEALERSHIP IN SMITHTOWN, NY. THEY INFORMED ME \"THERE IS A FAULTY SENSOR WHICH CONTROLS THE AIRBAGS. SINCE THE SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE, MY AIRBAGS WILL NO LONGER WORK\"","quote_3_odi":"11255609","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG WIRING SHORT REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA RECALL 14V118 ON SEPT 30, 2014. THEN SEPT 13, 2019 AIRBAG LIGHT GOES ON AGAIN AND DEALER HAD TO REPAIR SAME AIRBAG WIRING. DEALER AND GMC REFUSED TO HONOR ORIGINAL RECALL AND STATED THAT THE RECALL WAS ONLY FOR ONE REPAIR OF THIS WIRING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-side-blind-zone-sensor","label":"Side blind zone sensor failure from water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11310157","quote_1_text":"SERVICE SIDE DETECTION SENSORS . SENSORS FAILED 3 TIMES.SENSORS FILL WITH WATER FREEZE AND SHORT OUT. CABLE HARNESS ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT MELTED","quote_2_odi":"11309080","quote_2_text":"THE SIDE BLIND ZONE DETECTION SYSTEM BECAME DEFECTIVE, FROM DEFECTIVE MODULES DAMAGED FROM THE ELEMENTS. THIS CAUSES MANY ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TO BECOME DISABLED AND EVEN DISABLES THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY. THERE IS A SPECIAL WARRANTY BUT ONLY UP TO 80,000 MILES. MY VEHICLE IS BEYOND","quote_3_odi":"11220626","quote_3_text":"SIDE DETECTION MODULE IS A WARRANTY RECALL BY GM AND THEY WILL NOT REPLACE THE PART DUE TO MILEAGE. I WAS NEVER INFORMED OF THE RECALL BY GM SO THEY SHOULD HONOR THEIR RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-transmission-shudder-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11320731","quote_1_text":"SHUDDER IN TRANSMISSION. HAD THE TRANSMISSION REBUILT FOUND OUT THE TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED AND ALMOST SHATTERED. OVER $5000 FIX","quote_2_odi":"11157029","quote_2_text":"THE TORQUE CONVERTER WENT BAD WITHIN 5 YEARS AND HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE ENGINE SHUTTING OFF WHEN STOPPED AND SHUTTERING WHEN ACCELERATING. THE REPAIRS COST ME $1500","quote_3_odi":"11173501","quote_3_text":"HAVE VIBRATION WHEN TAKING OFF FROM A STOP DUE TO DEFECTIVE TORQUE CONVERTER WITH ONLY 95500 MILES ON VEHICLE HAD TO REPLACE AND REBUILD TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2013-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in engine or electrical system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10567255","quote_1_text":"AFTER I RETURNED HOME FROM A SHORT 5 MILE DRIVE IN THE EVENING ON 11/19/13, I SHUT OFF MY 6 MONTH OLD CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY AND SMOKE BEGAN POURING OUT OF THE HOOD AND SPARKS AND FIRE WERE COMING OUT BELOW THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10553646","quote_2_text":"WHILE DROPPING OFF SOME KINDERGARTENERS AFTER A PLAYDATE, I WAS PARKED IN MY FRIENDS DRIVEWAY AND LEFT 2 CHILDREN IN THE CAR WITH THE DOORS CLOSED. AS I STOOD THERE WITH MY FRIEND NEXT TO THE CAR, I NOTICED FLAMES SHOOTING OUT THE FRONT LEFT PASSENGER TIRE","quote_3_odi":"11582226","quote_3_text":"My 2013 GMC ACADIA started fire on April 9, 2024 around 11PM in the driveway of our home. The vehicle was parked and off. The vehicle wasn’t used during the day. The last day of use was on April 8, 2024 around 6PM. The fire department stated it was potentially an electrical fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata driver air bag inflator recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":169,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11572215","quote_1_text":"Received a safety recall notice for my 2014 Acadia due to a faulty airbag in June 2023 and GMC still hasn't provided a fix. The noticed states- the front-driver airbag inflator may contain a supplier manufacturing defect that may result in inflator rupture during deployment. An","quote_2_odi":"11608524","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact","quote_3_odi":"11550214","quote_3_text":"There is an open safety recall and GM is unable to fix it. Because of this recall my vehicle is not safe to drive, no dealer or private seller wants to buy or give fair market value for a vehicle with a safety recall that can’t be fixed. I have seen the resale value drop from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2014-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Headlight and turn signal bulb and housing failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11723782","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that for several years, the headlight bulbs were replaced several times. The contact used several different brands of headlight bulbs, but the bulbs failed prematurely. The contact stated that the headlight bulbs were dim","quote_2_odi":"11581903","quote_2_text":"Low beams randomly stopped working. All other lights work","quote_3_odi":"11567976","quote_3_text":"I have 2 concerns and issues with my vehicle. 1st is the rear turn signal bulb and housing, I have read forums and researched the issue and many others have had the same issues and concerns, water is getting into the housing and is causing the bulb to blow and can possibly be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2014-inaccurate-fuel-gauge","label":"Inaccurate fuel gauge reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11669154","quote_1_text":"Gas gauge is incorrect. When I put fuel in the tank within min gauge drops to empty. Car sputters when idling. Car stalled 10x or more. Fuel pump has been replaced. Fuel pump module has been replaced. Did not fix the problem","quote_2_odi":"11529701","quote_2_text":"fuel gage incorrect. parked at work with a third of a tank of gas, when i left work later that day it said i was on empty. got to closest gas station and put in $20. gauge told me I had half a tank but it takes $70 to fill the tank, so there is no way $20 would give that. then I","quote_3_odi":"11687338","quote_3_text":"Fuel gauge is incorrect. It says I went 20 miles when I only went two. Then when car is in park the gauge goes back up but when moving the gauge goes down quickly. This had caused me to run out of Gas when I shouldn’t have and it’s adding miles to my odometer that I never went","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2014-stall-reduced-engine-power","label":"Engine stall or reduced power with Stabilitrak warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732023","quote_1_text":"Engine randomly shuts off when driving for no reason. Will restart and check engine light comes on. Has now happened three times , twice to me in traffic. One of those the car went into a limp mode where it wouldn't drive above 30mph at most. This is very unsafe in the middle of","quote_2_odi":"11699625","quote_2_text":"My 2014 GMC Acadia constantly displays “Service Stabilitrak,” “Service Traction Control,” ABS, brake, and check-engine warning lights. The vehicle will not accelerate past 40 mph under normal driving. Recently, the vehicle began showing “Engine Power Reduced” randomly without","quote_3_odi":"11607540","quote_3_text":"Stalls while driving stability track and traction control shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2014-transmission-failure-rough-shift","label":"Transmission slipping, hard shifting, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11645640","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure - needed to replace the transmission Experienced rough shifting, slipping, or hesitation and then transmission failed while driving almost causing a multicar accident. This is a widely known issue for my vehicle year. GMC would not assist with any coverage","quote_2_odi":"11584228","quote_2_text":"Transmission slips, shifts hard, and RPM gets high before shifting","quote_3_odi":"11532774","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a routine inspection; however, the contact stated that she was informed by the technician that the vehicle failed to shift into gear as needed. The contact stated that she was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729800","quote_1_text":"The airbag emblem keeps popping up","quote_2_odi":"11395486","quote_2_text":"\"SERVICE AIR BAG\" LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND OFF FOR A FEW MONTHS NOW. IT DOESN'T CONSISTENTLY STAY ON. IT COMES ON SOMETIMES WHEN I HAVE MY PURSE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11407980","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HIT OTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS STOPPED AT INTERSECTION AT 50 MPH AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump failure at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11586510","quote_1_text":"Complete loss of steering at low speeds. This has been an issue with GM for years, and is still not corrected on my 2015 GMC Acadia. At a stop light or when turning a corner, I could barely turn the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11221822","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING PUMP BEGAN FAILING ON 2015 GMC ACADIA AT 40,000 MILES. AT LOW SPEEDS, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL AND A 3 POINT TURN HAS BECOME A BICEPS WORKOUT. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION WITH KIDS IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11395540","quote_3_text":"HELLO, WITH ONLY 50,000 MILES ON MY ONE OWNER GMC ACADIA, THE POWER STEERING SYSTEM FAILED, LEAVING ME STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD (TOWN STREET, HOWEVER, STILL CONCERNING AS I COULD HAVE BEEN HIT FROM THE FRONT OR REAR)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-seat-belt-cable-separation","label":"Seat belt cable separation at anchor point","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748965","quote_1_text":"the flexible steel cable connecting the seat belt to the seat separated and broke resulting in no way to use the seatbelt/connecting the seat belt to the connector on the seat","quote_2_odi":"11743111","quote_2_text":"Drivers side seat belt broke where it connects to floor part. Cable broke. Never have had this to happen in my life!!!","quote_3_odi":"11465190","quote_3_text":"The left outer seat belt cable broke when I tried to fasten it. I took to my dealership to have them inspect it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-side-blind-zone-failure","label":"Side blind zone detection system failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733153","quote_1_text":"The Side Blind Zone Alert system on my 2015 GMC Acadia has failed multiple times over the life of the vehicle. The system becomes inoperative and displays “Side Detection System Unavailable.”","quote_2_odi":"11460709","quote_2_text":"Service side detection system distracts me from driving causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"11533004","quote_3_text":"A warning light is coming on telling to have the side detection module serviced. Brought it to a dealer and was quoted a cost of $1274 to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata driver air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542657","quote_1_text":"Recall Number: 23V334000. GMC Acadia General Motors, LLC (GM) is recalling certain 2014-2017 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Traverse, and GMC Acadia vehicles. The driver's air bag inflator may explode during deployment, due to a manufacturing defect","quote_2_odi":"11555341","quote_2_text":"GM has a recall on my vehicle since May. The recall states possible death to vehicle occupants. I have called weekly and they continue to tell me a remedy will be available soon, last week they even told me one was available which turned out to be false","quote_3_odi":"11548413","quote_3_text":"I am filing a complaint for the Takata air bag replacement. The recall was issued in May, 2023. It is now October and GM does not have a date when they can fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"gmc-acadia-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708680","quote_1_text":"Torque converter is bad, shudders when shifting","quote_2_odi":"11338832","quote_2_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 30,000 MILES AND HAS THE 'CHEVY SHUDDER'. WHY IS THIS NOT A RECALL? GMC WANTS ME TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR THE TRANSMISSION FLUSH. WHEN I AM DRIVING THE TRUCK IT BEGINS SHUDDERING AND SHAKING THROUGH CERTAIN SHIFT POINTS","quote_3_odi":"11574274","quote_3_text":"It was shuddering while accelerating- 30-40 mph. I took it to a local shop. They diagnosed the transmission is failing. The cost to replace it would be $8,500-9,500, more than the car is worth","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2016-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Front airbag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":128,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730634","quote_1_text":"Safety recall that has not been addressed by the dealership in over 4 months","quote_2_odi":"11653030","quote_2_text":"GMC has failed to repair/replace airbag due to recall","quote_3_odi":"11697497","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Acadia. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2016-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718216","quote_1_text":"While operating my vehicle, the power steering suddenly failed without adequate warning. The steering became extremely difficult, creating a significant safety hazard for myself, my passengers, and other drivers on the road","quote_2_odi":"11576093","quote_2_text":"Rack and pinion sudden failure. I lost control of the vehicle almost going off the road","quote_3_odi":"11326950","quote_3_text":"2016 GMC ACADIA SLT-1, 58,000 MILES. TOTAL LOSS OF POWER STEERING BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE WITH NO PRIOR SYMPTOMS. THE CAR WOULD BARELY TURN AT LOW SPEEDS AND MADE A LOUD HOWLING NOISE WHEN WHEEL WAS TURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2016-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle and latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750306","quote_1_text":"The cable that attaches the front driver seatbelt to the base of the seat (left side), suddenly broke when simply buckling the belt","quote_2_odi":"11678187","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the second-row seat belts become inoperable. The contact stated that the seat belt buckle failed to latch as intended","quote_3_odi":"11374798","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVERS SEAL BELT LATCH BROKE DUE TO AN \"INTERNAL FAILURE\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2016-side-detection-module-failure","label":"Side Blind Zone Alert Module water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730950","quote_1_text":"Hello. I got a recall and fixed in July 2021 for Blind Spot Sensors/Modules on my 2016 GMC Acadia SLT. Now 3.5 years later Im having the same issue with these sensors that are located in the rear bumper of the car, they get water damage, corrosion, and then fail","quote_2_odi":"11647014","quote_2_text":"In March of 2022 the vehicle displayed a warning to service the side detection system. on March 31st 2022 the dealership diagnosed that the Side Blind Zone Alert Module failed due to water intrusion","quote_3_odi":"11256289","quote_3_text":"SIDE DETECTION MODULES FAILED, DON'T WORK AND NOTIFY OF BLIND SPOTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746913","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION BEGAN HESITATING AROUND 1800RPM WITH ONLY 92,000 MILES SHOWING ON THE ODOMETER. IT FEELS LIKE A FLUTTER AS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS INTO THE NEXT GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11589420","quote_2_text":"I was driving about 30mph and accelerated to pass a truck and the transmission failed and the car lost any ability to accelerate and I had to coast to the side of the highway and have the car towed to the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11342899","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS DEFECTIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REVERSE OR GO FORWARD IN EITHER GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Air bag recall 23V334000 remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11617957","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V334000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11578671","quote_2_text":"Recall on air bag and GM has no parts available to fix the issue. Recall announced May 2023. I called GM and they indicated no parts were available yet","quote_3_odi":"11586156","quote_3_text":"My complainant is that it's been also most a year since the recall was issued and they still have no parts available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Loss of brake pedal resistance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11682965","quote_1_text":"While driving, the brake pedal sometimes suddenly goes all the way down without resistance, and the vehicle does not slow down as expected","quote_2_odi":"11626706","quote_2_text":"The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the brake pedal was very loose, and the brake pedal was going to the floorboard while depressed","quote_3_odi":"11653538","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with brake vacuum pump failure. Additionally, the contact was informed that the brake vacuum pump had fractured, and a part of the brake vacuum pump had lodged into the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment and audio system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11601252","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden my infotainment center went blank and hasn't turned on since. I have no backup cameras or backup warnings because of this. I've taken it to an autobody but they cannot fix the issue","quote_2_odi":"11608334","quote_2_text":"My sound no longer works, the radio is constantly going out now I have no sound, no blinker clicks, no emergency notification warnings, no door chime, nothing","quote_3_odi":"11582980","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the radio independently switched to different settings. Due to the failure, the speedometer was no longer be visible","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-shift-to-park","label":"Shift to Park message with vehicle failing to shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11725122","quote_1_text":"Shift to Park warning comes on when the car is turned off and it is in park. When we park the the car and shift the car to park and turn the car off the warning \"shift to park\" comes on and the electrical systems will not disengage","quote_2_odi":"11749380","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after shifting into park (P), the vehicle failed to shut off because it failed to recognize that the gear shifter was in park (P). The \"Shift To Park\" warning message was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11670080","quote_3_text":"Shifting car into park and the car does not register that it is in park. Display reads \"shift to park\" and lights do not shut off. Car will sit for 15 or more minutes before the car registers it is actually in park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-steering-assist-reduced-thermostat","label":"Steering Assist Reduced warning with thermostat failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11737716","quote_1_text":"I keep getting this warning \"Action Required Steering Assist Is Reduced Drive With Care\" . This warning has occurred randomly for several years. Recently, after getting this warning the check engine light came on and the engine temp gauge stopped indicating","quote_2_odi":"11690305","quote_2_text":"Vehicle keeps intermittently coming up with \"Power Steering Reduced: Drive with Care,\" during this my steering is perfectly fine, however my A/C stops blowing cold air, the temperature gauge stops working and my engine fan is running constantly","quote_3_odi":"11650208","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the steering wheel was inoperable, with the message “Steering Assist Reduced” displayed. The contact stated that the steering wheel was loosened and became difficult to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":701,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11744232","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the transmission and torque converter were previously replaced twice; however, the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11575809","quote_2_text":"There's a shuddering, clanking sound coming from the torque converter when the engine shifts gears at 25-35 mph. I also noticed that it happens when it transitions from 4 cylinders to 6 cylinders","quote_3_odi":"11613796","quote_3_text":"Violent shifting in the transaxle when vehicle is shifting between lowers gears. Transaxle causing a shuddering vibration on inclines","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2018-loss-of-power-driving","label":"Loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11725361","quote_1_text":"Vehicle dies with no warning, no warning lights, no power even emergency flashers are inoperative, almost like it got hit by an EMP","quote_2_odi":"11675562","quote_2_text":"Battery saver ignited comes on and and the entire dash flickers and turns off ! This happened in a middle of an intersection and I could move my car. We jumped it and went to the nearest auto zone replaced the battery","quote_3_odi":"11645879","quote_3_text":"Truck lost power randomly while driving on freeway spend so much money on fixing it this has to do something with the way the built it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2018-rear-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension control arm and toe link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11682397","quote_1_text":"Rear right hand lower suspension control arm broke in half, after further inspection it looks to have been separated from its original factory form which then cause uneven load on the arm causing it to fracture in half","quote_2_odi":"11513919","quote_2_text":"The toe links on my vehicle are bad and needs to be replaced. They broke as I was driving. Almost caused me to lose control and almost wreck. Thankfully there were no other cars around","quote_3_odi":"11516506","quote_3_text":"Suspension did not meet yearly state inspection standards. Service advisor/technician stated “control arm bushing deteriorated- excessive play”. Rear control arms could be moved with hand pressure excessive play","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2018-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park warning with vehicle in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":143,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11749867","quote_1_text":"When trying to put car in park a \"shift to park\" notice appears on dashboard not allowing the car to be turned off. It takes multiple attemps be able to get the car into park and turn OFF. This has been an ongoing problem for several years and reported to the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11703859","quote_2_text":"Shift to park message has appeared again and the engine will not cut off. First happened in Feb 2020, mileage was 31,143. Took to Dealer and new wiring harness was installed. Had to take back to dealer April 2020 for same problem; shifter assembly was replaced at that time","quote_3_odi":"11661712","quote_3_text":"For the past two weeks, when the Acadia is put into park and the engine is turned off, the warning bell chimes nonstop and a dashboard message appears to put the vehicle into park even though it is already in park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2018-steering-assist-reduced","label":"Steering assist reduced warning from thermostat failure","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11749432","quote_1_text":"While driving the temperature gauge drops from normal to cold , the dash displays \" steering assist reduced\" and the fan is very loud . My mechanic said the thermostat and or sensor needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11652547","quote_2_text":"A warning popped up on my dashboard stating \"Power steering reduced. Drive with care.\" multiple times. Whenever the warning popped up, my air conditioning would stop working and my engine fan would run very loud","quote_3_odi":"11593543","quote_3_text":"Seemingly at random a warning will pop up on the driver dashboard “Steering assist is reduced at this time”. This will lead to a engine coolant temp reading of 0 degrees, no a/c and reduced steering functionality","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11649419","quote_1_text":"While I was driving the vehicle started jerking and not changing gears. Several times it almost caused an accident with me and my son in the car. I turned the car on/off and restarted it at the red light, the exact same thing happens","quote_2_odi":"11738766","quote_2_text":"the transmission kept slipping. the car continued to lose power until it just wouldn't go anymore. The mechanic said it is definitely the transmission and drive shaft but my particular VIN is not included","quote_3_odi":"11595549","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly accelerated and decelerated erratically, after which the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2019-shift-to-park-warning","label":"Shift to Park warning preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":135,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":379,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11733608","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has an electrical deficiency when trying to park, The console will NOT recognize that the vehicle is in park, causing bell warnings, beeping, and an INABILITY to lock the vehicle, thus draining the battery","quote_2_odi":"11707783","quote_2_text":"When I placed the vehicle in park, the dashboard alert/warning would signal \"shift to park\". This would continue to go off for quite some time, and it continued to get worse and take longer to shut off","quote_3_odi":"11657630","quote_3_text":"I have had intermittent issue with a message to shift the car to park when I shut it off. It was in park. If I wiggled the shifter it would often correct. That went on for a few years on and off. Lately it was more persistent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2019-thermostat-steering-assist","label":"Thermostat failure with reduced steering assist warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":379,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11701371","quote_1_text":"Thermostat fails. Steering assist reduced message comes up on dash. Temperature gauge stops working, air conditioning stops working and engine fans run constantly when vehicle is running","quote_2_odi":"11701151","quote_2_text":"Thermostat stuck open and a steering assist light came on engine temp needle at zero. Check engine light came on, Had to have thermostat and coolant engine temp sensor replaced","quote_3_odi":"11681413","quote_3_text":"Check engine light comes on, temperature gauge stops working, driving assist reduced notification, engine fan runs on high only. Temperature gauge and sensor were replaced 27,000 mi ago when this happened before","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":379,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11754373","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to properly shift gears and the vehicle failed to exceed 40 MPH while driving. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift above third gear","quote_2_odi":"11733076","quote_2_text":"My 2019 GMC Acadia suffered a \"major trans fluid leak\" specifically from the transmission accumulator feed pipe. Because of this leak, the transmission lost its necessary hydraulic pressure, leading to \"internal damage\"","quote_3_odi":"11702671","quote_3_text":"The transmission is shuttering and jerking, had it diagnosed and was told that the torque converter is going out with only 137,000 miles on my 2019 GMC Acadia","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera intermittent failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608328","quote_1_text":"Rear-View Camera Failure: The rear view camera functions intermittently. While in Reverse, the screen goes black, with a red triangle and a circle with a line through it. This SAFETY ISSUE increases risk of incidents resulting in injury and/or property damage while the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11592258","quote_2_text":"Backup camera continues to intermittently fail even after recall remedy was performed. When placing the car in reverse, the backup screen goes black with a warning symbol on the screen that the camera is not working. This has happened intermittently for the last couple years","quote_3_odi":"11500227","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera stopped working as I was backing up and ran into a pole damaged my right rear wheel well and panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-door-lock-water-intrusion","label":"Power door lock and liftgate failure after water exposure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11714468","quote_1_text":"After heavy rain or a carwash, the door locks and lift gate don't work from key fob. And the vehicle says no remote detected and has trouble starting. After a day or two they start working again. It caused U0422 (invalid data received from body control module). On forums it says","quote_2_odi":"11493926","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s lock/unlock feature is inoperable either via the buttons on the door inside the vehicle or via the key fob. There is no manual way to lock/unlock the vehicle from inside the vehicle. Driver and passengers could only exit vehicle via rear lift gate or thru the","quote_3_odi":"11722524","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the doors failed to open from outside the vehicle while using the key fob or while attempting to open the doors manually. The contact entered the vehicle from the rear hatch door and discovered that the door lock and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-forward-collision-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11508507","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle goes into Automatic Braking. It has stopped me while I'm driving or it will make a loud scrubbing noise as if I've hit the brakes quickly. It has happened over 15 or more times. I've taken to dealership and they are not very responsive to check into the","quote_2_odi":"11482891","quote_2_text":"Twice this vehicle has exhibited this behavior. The collision avoidance system would flash a red warning on the HUD showing that a pedestrian was in front of the vehicle with the vehicle brakes 'hard' engaging causing the vehicle to 'nose dive' even though there was no","quote_3_odi":"11383475","quote_3_text":"BRAND NEW VEHICLE. PURCHASED ON 10/30/2020. FRONT COLLISION KEEPS FLASHING A RED LIGHT IN THE TOP OF DASH THAT SHOWS UP IN WINDSHIELD. THIS HAPPENS WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD AT RANDOM TIMES. WHEN THE VEHICLE NEEDS TO STOP OR WARN YOU IT WILL NOT. IT WILL JUST LET YOU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11688919","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed at an intersection, the failure recurred, and the","quote_2_odi":"11615054","quote_2_text":"Once again (for the second time in a few months) the vehicle put me and my passenger in an extremely dangerous situation. We were driving down a 55mph country highway catching speed, somewhere around 45-50 mph and the car jerked so violently that it shook us even though we had","quote_3_odi":"11601198","quote_3_text":"The car would not start. It would power on but would not turn over. We had it checked out by a mechanic who tested it and found that the fuel pump module was not operable. When he went to replace it, he found that the one he was removing was aftermarket so this issue had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-parking-brake-unexpected-engagement","label":"Parking brake engages unexpectedly","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11315892","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 GMC ACADIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 15 MPH, WITHOUT WARNING THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT MANUALLY RELEASED THE PARKING BRAKE AND THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS INTENDED. DEALER RUSTY WALLACE KIA LOCATED AT (300 KING AVE","quote_2_odi":"11724282","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions the car will suddenly brake or like throw on the parking brake and stop suddenly no warning","quote_3_odi":"11282398","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2020 ACADIA DENALI. WHEN PARKING AT ANY INCLINE THE PARKING BRAKE AUTOMATICALLY TURNS ON. DEALER IS NOT SURE WHY, BUT NO WHERE IN THE MANUAL DOES IT STATE THIS IS NORMAL. TO DISENGAGE BRAKE VEHICLE HAS TO BE PUT IN GEAR WITH FOOT ON BRAKE TO TURN OFF. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-steering-assist-thermostat","label":"Steering assist reduced from coolant thermostat fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749841","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2020 GMC Acadia 3.6L V6, the Driver Information Center displayed the warning: \"Steering Assist Reduced, Drive With Care\" (SARDWC). Steering effort increased abruptly, the engine temperature gauge dropped to cold/zero, and the HVAC system lost air-conditioning","quote_2_odi":"11736917","quote_2_text":"A common issue in GMC vehicles (particularly 2017–2020 Acadias) is a \"Steering Assist Reduced\" warning message triggered by a failed engine coolant thermostat that gets stuck open. This causes the engine to run too cold (P0128 code), causing the computer to reduce steering","quote_3_odi":"11529215","quote_3_text":"My steering assist is reduced drive with care message is on. The AC is no longer working and the fan is constantly running and sounds horrible. The temperature gauge has not come off of cold. After researching this issue online-it looks like this is a constant problem with","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2020-transmission-shudder-shift-to-park","label":"Transmission shudder and shift-to-park failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11722466","quote_1_text":"The torque converter in the transmission has been vibrating for over a year now. I can imagine it is causing more damage to the rest of the transmission. Now I can feel the shifting starting to get rough, loss of power, and dark transmission fluid. I had the problem confirmed","quote_2_odi":"11687173","quote_2_text":"My 2020 GMC Acadia has experienced significant transmission issues, including [slipping / shuddering / “Service Transmission” warnings / loss of drive]. The problem has been diagnosed as a torque converter/transmission failure. GM has acknowledged known defects and issued","quote_3_odi":"11475587","quote_3_text":"After driving 5 miles up the road and 5 miles back home, I put the vehicle in park and it automatically went into neutral and the neutral button started flashing! Along with that I got an alert sent to my iphone (through the GMC app) and in the car saying “shift to park”. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-airbag-srs-warning","label":"Service safety restraint system warning illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-11-24 → 2024-11-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11376090","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT OUR CAR ON 11/7/2020 ,2 DAYS AFTER STARTING THE MESSAGES APPEAR ON THE SCREEN (SERVICE SAFETY RESTRAINT SYSTEM) CAR AND ON MY PHONE, THIS ALWAYS HAPPEN WHEN IN MOTION,  ON A CITY OR HIGHWAY DOESN'T MATTER WHERE YOU'RE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11597154","quote_2_text":"No matter what speed I am driving at or whether or not there is a passenger my service safety restraint system light comes on randomly and shuts off randomly. I called the dealership and they brushed it off saying it just means the airbag wont deploy","quote_3_odi":"11492418","quote_3_text":"October 2021 warning light service service seat restraint system.  Schumacher Lake Park FL replaced SIR module.  Mileage 3741  Took 2 weeks to repair.  October 2022 Warning light service seat restraint system. Mileage 7180","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear backup camera intermittent failure or no image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04-06 → 2026-04-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11415501","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE PURCHASED NEW MID-MARCH 2021 AND IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS THE REAR BACK-UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING INTERMITTENTLY.  THIS HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY AT THE DEALER BEING DIAGNOSED","quote_2_odi":"11730224","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera won’t display when out in reverse. Also, when the camera does come on, it’ll flicker off and on","quote_3_odi":"11567287","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera failed to display an image. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the back-over prevention camera was faulty and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-exhaust-resonator-rattle","label":"Exhaust resonator internal failure and rattling noise","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL ","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10-03 → 2024-12-01","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11628120","quote_1_text":"Engine exhaust makes vibrating noise similar to a leaf blower under acceleration.  TSB issued due to common issue and GM refuses to recall or fix.   Broken baffle/weld inside of front muffler/resonator on exhaust system under front passenger compartment","quote_2_odi":"11522455","quote_2_text":"I have a really loud buzz & rattle noise. I can feel vibration on the passenger floor board real bad. The loud noise usually around 2,000-2,500 rpms. I have 39,000 miles on my car","quote_3_odi":"11487664","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving, he heard a loud rattling noise coming from the exhaust. The contact then stated that the RPM’s increased and the rattling noise became louder. No warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-04-06 → 2026-07-18","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11679168","quote_1_text":"Car was parked overnight in my garage and in the morning it would turn over, but not start. Had to have it towed to my GMC dealer, but had great difficulty moving the car out of the garage because the transmission remains in PARK if the engine is not running","quote_2_odi":"11698177","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. Additionally, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the road","quote_3_odi":"11588801","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump module has been replaced 3 times. The first 2 times I was able to drive it to dealership for repairs. The last time on march 29, I was crossing a very busy highway and my vehicle just stopped without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-09-02 → 2026-01-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629038","quote_1_text":"While driving down the interstate at 70mph+, the instrument panel went black and restarted multiple times.  The car continued to stay at a sustained speed, but I was unable to control anything or see how fast I was going","quote_2_odi":"11603194","quote_2_text":"Electronic dashboard failure. Entire instrument panel randomly shuts off while driving, including speedometer and all gauges. Driver then has to wait for system to reboot itself before it begins working again","quote_3_odi":"11679159","quote_3_text":"Instrument cluster malfunction. Entire instrument cluster blacking out every 60 seconds, then rebooting nonstop while driving. While this was occurring, none of the advanced driver assistance systems functioned, nor did the speedometer or other gauges","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-thermostat-cooling-steering-assist","label":"Thermostat/coolant sensor failure with steering assist warning","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-10-19 → 2026-08-01","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699969","quote_1_text":"While driving the message \"steering assist is reduced \"   You get to a safe place and shut you car off and the fan still runs.   After speaking with my dealer today,   he said he has done 7 in last week.   And if you look online,   everyone especially Acadia models is having…","quote_2_odi":"11736741","quote_2_text":"The vehicle repeatedly experiences problems related to the coolant temperature sensor and thermostat. During these episodes, the engine cooling fan continues running even after the vehicle has been turned off, sometimes for an extended period of time","quote_3_odi":"11694926","quote_3_text":"While driving, error popped up stating steering assist is reduced; drive with caution. Heat was no longer working. Engine temp was reading cold even though vehicle had been running for half hour and temp outside was 65 F","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-transmission-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11-19 → 2026-05-12","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11443935","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 30-60 MPH, the vehicle started shuddering inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that he continued to drive the vehicle. The contact stated that…","quote_2_odi":"11737300","quote_2_text":"This is a very known issue that has been reoccurring with GMC Acadia. The torque converter slipping.  That cost alone is over $7.000 for the transmission. I am still making monthly payments for my 2021 Acadia","quote_3_odi":"11692057","quote_3_text":"Transmission or torque converter. *Vehicle shuddering or shaking at low speeds or when shifting. *Studders while trying to drive fromstop. Can casue accident.  *No check engine lights or any warnings prior to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2021-vacuum-pump-brake-booster-failure","label":"Vacuum pump failure causing brake booster loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03-30 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746671","quote_1_text":"My brake pedal got stiff when I was driving. I had zero control of my brakes. I was informed by a GMC dealership that my BRAKE BOOSTER blew up causing my brakes to stop working and metal shrapnel to be sent into my engine. My 2021 vehicle is a complete loss","quote_2_odi":"11743108","quote_2_text":"I was driving and all of a sudden my break pedal was inoperable. It was stiff and unable to be used. Luckily I was only going 40 MPH. I pulled into a parking lot and my car started shaking and apparently the metal parts from the vacuum pump blew into my engine","quote_3_odi":"11728151","quote_3_text":"On March 27, 2026, I experienced a complete brake failure while driving a 2021 GMC Acadia in a school zone at approximately 3:00 PM.  When I pressed the brake pedal, the vehicle did not respond. I attempted multiple times, including using the emergency brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11703188","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera fails to function intermittently and is occurring at a higher rate of frequency. On numerous occasions when the vehicle is put in reverse the screen goes black with a red triangle caution symbol and a white camera crossed out…","quote_2_odi":"11508735","quote_2_text":"The back up camera went grainy, then completely black. The car is equipped with surround vision camera system. The camera system flashed on / off then completely blacked out. Then would randomly flash a partial picture, and then back to no picture.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-fuel-pump-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11596875","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled and was unable to get out of roadway due to failed fuel pump module.","quote_2_odi":"11672367","quote_2_text":"The Fuel Pump Control Module failed. It happened when the car was parked. The car would crank, but would not start. We were stranded far from where we live. It was hot and we had to be towed to a GM Dealership. This part could have failed on the hi-way with awful results…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-park-rollaway","label":"Park engagement failure and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11664533","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Acadia does not go into park at times even though the control button shows that it is in park. On May 15, 2025, I pulled under my carport and put the car in park. As I reached for my purse in the passenger seat, the car started moving forward…","quote_2_odi":"11562693","quote_2_text":"There are currently approximately 22,000 miles on this vehicle. On approximately December 22, 2023, the car was operating normally, and has been since purchased with 3 miles on it, the car was being parked into a flat parking spot at a local store…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-seat-belt-latch","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11464131","quote_1_text":"passenger side seat belt does not buckle. The receiver piece for the buckle gets jammed and does not latch. My wife and I just had a baby and we are concerned about all the seat belts now, not sure if the others will give out as well.","quote_2_odi":"11691869","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Acadia. The contact stated that the rear passenger side seat belt and driver's side rear seat belt failed to fully extend smoothly while passengers were attempting to buckle the seat belt…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-thermostat-temp-sensor","label":"Coolant thermostat and temperature sensor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11694148","quote_1_text":"Electronic thermostat fails. Which causes steering assistance reduced drive with care to illuminate. Temperature gauge drops to cold. Air conditioning no longer operates.","quote_2_odi":"11624005","quote_2_text":"Engine light warning displayed, temp gauge on display needle remains far left C and doesn’t deviate from that position, steering assist warning displayed, and fan runs for a few moments after the engine is shut off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2022-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11640814","quote_1_text":"12/13/2024: While pulling onto the highway, the vehicle suddenly not accelerate past about 18 mph and would not shift gears, only rev the engine louder. Once button was pressed to engage shifting gears manually, the gear number was not shown on the dash as usual…","quote_2_odi":"11545029","quote_2_text":"I had a noise in my front driver side and the car felt like it would pull or sputter. I took it to GMC and they said the bearings are miss threaded in the transmission and it is causing problems with the sputtering and control of the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608274","quote_1_text":"Struck a deer traveling at 65 mph & air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11720724","quote_2_text":"The vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove forward, over a curb, and crashed into a tree. During the crash, the front end of the vehicle sustained severe damage, but no air bags deployed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-backup-camera-infotainment-failure","label":"Backup camera and infotainment system failures","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608665","quote_1_text":"Car's back up camera screen has gone black on several occasions. The vehicle has been in the repair shop , this is my fourth time trying to get it repaired. The screen goes black with a red circle and triangle on the screen when the car is put in reverse.","quote_2_odi":"11726886","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system freezing, screen shaking, touch screen not working, disconnecting from android auto, unable to connect to phone.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-electrical-stall-shutdown","label":"Electrical system failure causing vehicle stall or shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706360","quote_1_text":"My 2023 GMC Acadia experienced a complete electrical system failure while driving on an interstate highway. During the incident, the vehicle lost all electrical power, including hazard lights and steering assistance, and could not be shifted into neutral. The vehicle became immobile in active traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11494274","quote_2_text":"vehicle goes into limp home mode and cluster illuminates all lights, says serivce brakes, transmission, engine, fuel tank reads \"E\" (when is was just full), PRNDL buttons are flashing and will not allow park, does not respond to throttle inputs…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728307","quote_1_text":"while driving on the highway at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled, and the engine lost automotive power. The vehicle was able to restart. During a second failure, the vehicle lost automotive power and stalled in the middle of the highway, and the vehicle was unable to restart…","quote_2_odi":"11728726","quote_2_text":"Vehicle would not run due to a failed fuel pump control module. With a non-running engine, the transmission could NOT be placed into Neutral to be able to movie vehicle out of the road. Needed tow truck to move vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756784","quote_1_text":"The rear stationary/fixed sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while i was driving. I heard a loud pop, after i parked i checked the car to see what happened and found a shattered sunroof. There was no impact or known object that struck the glass.","quote_2_odi":"11727817","quote_2_text":"there was this explosion sound which scared me so much, I almost wrecked the car and at first, I thought maybe someone shot at my car and shot one of my windows but as I got to the side of the road I realized that none of my windows in the car had been shot and that it was the sunroof…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-transmission-shudder-shift","label":"Transmission shudder, slipping, and shifting anomalies","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625026","quote_1_text":"Between the speeds of 50-65 there is a shudder, which in August 2024, the Chevy garage changed the fluid However, You can now feel this at any speed through out a trip. The SUV was return to the shop for increasingly worse shudder between 50-65 and a new issue of \"hunting\" between 25-35…","quote_2_odi":"11548177","quote_2_text":"Shortly after leasing the vehicle in December of 2022 I noticed the transmission would slip when accelerating. It also jumps when down shifting as I'm slowing down - as well as after place the car into drive.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2023-unintended-acceleration-crash","label":"Unintended acceleration events resulting in crashes","component_code":"ENGINE, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720724","quote_1_text":"with the stop/start feature activated and while attempting to park the vehicle, the accelerator pedal was slightly pressed in order to slowly move the vehicle forward. The vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove forward, over a curb, and crashed into a tree…","quote_2_odi":"11574065","quote_2_text":"while the vehicle was in park, the brake was released, and the vehicle lunged forward and collided with a Rental Movie machine coming to a stop at a building. No safety features were activated. The air bags were deployed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-acc-supercruise-phantom-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise and Super Cruise unexpected braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11695262","quote_1_text":"I'd like to report a safety issue related to the frequency of the adaptive cruise control system on my 2024 GMC Acadia. In multiple instances while traveling at highway speeds (55+ mph), the system will brake heavily when no vehicle or impediment is in visible range. This…","quote_2_odi":"11624805","quote_2_text":"THE SUPER CRUISE RANDOMLY KICKS OUT SOMETIMES IN THE MIDDLE OF A LANE CHANGE AND HAS EVEN KICKED OUT GOING OVER A HILL AND SENT THE CAR INTO THE OTHER LANE OF ON COMING TRAFFIC ITS HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES IN THE FIRST 3 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP FOR A TOTAL OF 18 DAYS IN THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-brake-pedal-hydraulic-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11699072","quote_1_text":"The vehicle brake system completely failed. The brake pedal was depressed and several warning lights were illuminated on the dash, yet the vehicle would not come to a complete stop. At the time of failure, the abs light, parking brake light, traction control light, and…","quote_2_odi":"11642985","quote_2_text":"When pressing brakes to start the car the pedal goes all the way to the floor with little or no resistance. It has happened three times in 3 months. Took it to GM dealer after the first two incidents and they did a software update. Took it in again after the third incident and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-brake-squeal-pad-wear","label":"Brake squealing and premature pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11745606","quote_1_text":"At low speeds the brakes squeal horrendously. We have taken the vehicle to the dealer multiple times and each time they state that the brakes are fine. A vehicle with this low of miles should not have squealing brakes since new.","quote_2_odi":"11699535","quote_2_text":"Breaks are squeaking awful. Have had front brakes and rotors replaced which cost $380. Did not fix the problem. Have also saw where a lot of other 2024 gmc Acadia owners are experiencing the same problem.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-engine-oil-pressure-seizure","label":"Engine oil pressure loss and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11658267","quote_1_text":"The Vehicles engine siezed at 6,400 miles leaving us stranded on the side of the freeway for 3 hours and GMC is trying to PIN the blame elsewhere. Car has been in the shop for 3 weeks and they are unsure if it will be covered by warranty. The only thing done to the car was an…","quote_2_odi":"11643383","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is 3 months old with 4650 miles. I was driving on the turnpike and without notice a warning on the dash advised that there was no oil pressure and to pull over. I had the vehicle towed to a dealer out of state since we were 3 hours from home. The dealer called today…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-radiator-hose-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator hose coolant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11708122","quote_1_text":"Apparently many vehicles like mine and including mine have defective radiator hoses or a poor set up with routing causing issues with the hoses. They are developing cracks/leaks causing poor circulation in the cooling system as well as possible engine failure. In speaking to…","quote_2_odi":"11706582","quote_2_text":"The upper radiator hose, which is part of the vehicle’s engine cooling system, failed prematurely. The component is available for inspection upon request, and documentation of the repair and replacement can also be provided. Failure of the upper radiator hose caused coolant…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-reverse-auto-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking during reverse","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677349","quote_1_text":"When backing up and nothing behind car abruptly applies brakes no alerts. This has occurred on multiple occasions and is very scary. This started first week of ownership took to the dealer and was told GM is aware of the issue but no repair available at the time. the car is a…","quote_2_odi":"11629852","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is in reverse and you are backing the emergency brake suddenly comes on practically giving you whiplash. This happens randomly and without any obstruction or reason for the emergency brake to come on. It has happened many times. This morning it slammed the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-taillight-lamp-failure","label":"Rear taillight lamp failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11675120","quote_1_text":"Rear driver's side brake light/turn signal is out. This is the second time in under a year. Local GMC dealer is not able to replace it within a reasonable amount of time causing a safety issue. This is a well known issue to GMC which is why the part is on back order. No other…","quote_2_odi":"11609843","quote_2_text":"Left rear tail lamp failed after only 90 miles. It is available for inspection upon request. This tail lamp also contains the left turn signal, so when turning left, the signal flashes faster. The dealership has been notified of the issue and has inspected the issue in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2024-transmission-fluid-leak","label":"Transmission fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11670630","quote_1_text":"Leaking transmission fluid- transmission fluid all over the underbody of my car. No reason to be leaking. Can’t find where it’s coming from. Every time I park than move to leave there is a puddle of transmission fluid.","quote_2_odi":"11652965","quote_2_text":"Leaking transmission fluid","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752622","quote_1_text":"Additionally, the contact stated that while driving 65 MPH and merging into the left lane, the automatic emergency braking system erroneously engaged and the vehicle hard-braked, nearly causing a rear-end crash","quote_2_odi":"11726073","quote_2_text":"Automatic brake engaged unnecessarily/ unexpectedly while driving forward at a low speed","quote_3_odi":"11695923","quote_3_text":"I have the little feature that will brake for me if it thinks ima get in a wreck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-brake-master-cylinder-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder and EBCM failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743627","quote_1_text":"Today, June 11, 2026, my wife and 9 month old baby were on their way home from running errands in town when the vehicle started to violently shake, becoming frightened my wife tried to apply pressure to the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11687140","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2025 GMC Acadia Denali on [XXX], from Omaha, NE, to Laurie, MO, I received a \"Service Brake Assist\" warning lamp as well as \"Check Engine\" and \"ABS\" warning lamps in St. Joseph, MO","quote_3_odi":"11733581","quote_3_text":"He was backing out of a parking place when he noticed it wouldn't stop while putting his foot on the break. He was able to put it into drive and it lundged forward and wouldn't stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-display-dim-daylight","label":"Infotainment and instrument display dim in daylight","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675163","quote_1_text":"The driver and infotainment center is so dim during the day that it is dangerous to drive the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11671945","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Acadia Denali's Main tablet sized screen is impossible to view in bright daylight","quote_3_odi":"11726383","quote_3_text":"1) Infotainment computer screen daytime illumination is so dark as to be a major safety issue as it causes too much time looking away from the road to operate the system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-onstar-telematics-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753902","quote_1_text":"Our onstar module has stopped working since last November after a software update and now issues are starting to cascade causing many other electrical issues to the point that I expect the car to leave my wife and 15 month old daughter stranded","quote_2_odi":"11729184","quote_2_text":"My vehicle began to have electrical/communication/system issues in August 2025","quote_3_odi":"11698307","quote_3_text":"About a week into owning it, the navigation stopped working. OnStar was able to reset my system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723566","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH at nighttime, there was an abnormally loud explosion and the contact became aware that the sunroof had exploded unexpectedly, causing shattered glass to fall inside the vehicle onto the contact's head, face, and body","quote_2_odi":"11706386","quote_2_text":"Approximately 2 months after purchase, the sunroof spontaneously shattered/exploded while driving on the interstate","quote_3_odi":"11699041","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a two-lane road when unexpectedly my front moonroof spontaneously shattered sending glass down on top of me, the console area, and the passenger and rear seating areas of my 2025 GMC Acadia","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Acadia","model_slug":"acadia","cluster_id":"acadia-2025-transmission-hesitation-jerk","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerking during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728147","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has a serious transmission/drivetrain defect that repeatedly occurs when accelerating from a complete stop, especially onto an incline","quote_2_odi":"11726103","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experiences a transmission/drivetrain defect involving delayed gear engagement, hesitation, and apparent slipping","quote_3_odi":"11665595","quote_3_text":"Transmission went out at 4,150 miles vehicle was having hard shifts and slipping","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/acadia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2011-airbag-recall-warning","label":"Takata airbag recall and warning indicator issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11045231","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MANUFACTURER UNABLE TO REPLACE THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"10919122","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON AND OFF AT VARIOUS TIMES, MORESO WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 59,000","quote_3_odi":"11144862","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAG SENCER IS KEEPING ME FROM GETTING A STICKER AND I DON'T KNOW WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2011-brake-light-failure","label":"Brake light and exterior lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10574718","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 63 MPH WHEN IT WAS ADVISED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT OPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10593479","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. ADDITIONALLY WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE THERE WERE MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10935953","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHTS AND CRUISE CONTROL HAVE SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING - SEE NTHSA BULLETIN 06V139000. AS EVIDENCE OF A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM WITH GMC CANYON VEHICLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2011-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag compartment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11113269","quote_1_text":"DASH BOARD CRACKING. I HAVE A CRACK THROUGH THE DASH AT THE PASSENGER AIRBAG AND ANOTHER DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER. SHOULD THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DEPLOY, PIECES OF THE BROKEN DASH COULD INCREASE THE POSSIBILITY OF FURTHER INJURY","quote_2_odi":"11015318","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED, AS IT HAS DONE ON INNUMERABLE VEHICLES OF THIS AGE RANGE. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF OCCUPANTS IF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10970954","quote_3_text":"THE DASHBOARD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT THE TIME OF THE CRACK. SUBSEQUENTLY, THE DASHBOARD MAKES VARIOUS VIBRATION, CHATTERING, AND RATTLING NOISES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2011-engine-no-start-stall","label":"Engine no-start and unexpected stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11616997","quote_1_text":"Since I purchased this Canyon in 2019, I've had many occurrences (at least twice a week) of the truck not starting. Through my research on line, I've found other Canyon owners experiencing the same problem","quote_2_odi":"11483654","quote_2_text":"Recall #11181 for 2011 Canyon SLE says GM will replace the automatic transmission adjustment CLIP for free","quote_3_odi":"10700627","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON MANY OCCASIONS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH CAUSED THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2012-brake-pedal-master-cylinder","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11453163","quote_1_text":"BRAKES: I purchased vehicle September 25, 2012. This problem has occurred since I purchased the vehicle. It does not happen all the time. The problem is the brakes lockup and the steering wheel shudders and the vehicle pulls to the right. The vehicle makes a griding noise. It","quote_2_odi":"10724755","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC CANYON. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOOR WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL EACH TIME TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED FOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2012-dash-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag and attachment points","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11001215","quote_1_text":"DASH BOARD HAS CRACKED AROUND AIRBAG. CONCERNED THAT IF THERE WAS A COLLISION THAT TYE AIRBAG WOULD EXPLODE AND ENTIRE DASH WOULD EXPLODE WITH IT","quote_2_odi":"11083226","quote_2_text":"MY DASH IS CRACKING FOR NO APPARENT REASON. IT'S TO A POINT NOW OF NEEDING REPLACED AND HAS RAISED MY SAFETY CONCERN FOR MYSELF AND PASSENGER IF I WAS TO COME INVOLVED IN A CRASH BY BROKEN LARGE PLASTIC FRAGMENTS","quote_3_odi":"11395692","quote_3_text":"DASH CRACKS EVERYWHERE, ALL ATTACHMENT POINTS ARE CRACKING. NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN USING A UN U.V PROTECTED PLASTIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2012-frame-suspension-failure","label":"Frame and suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11122990","quote_1_text":"THE WELD TO THE FRAME FOR THE LOWER CONTROL ARM AND TORSION BAR BROKE CAUSING A LOSS OF CONTROL WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. WELD APPEARED DEFECTIVE. 60, 000 MILES ON VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10906420","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC CANYON. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE HUB BEARING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE, BUT THE MANUFACTURER COULD NOT","quote_3_odi":"11587487","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Canyon. The contact noticed that there was wiring appearing from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear sub frame was rusted and cracked. Additionally, the parking brake cable was hanging from the vehicle. There was no warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2012-passlock-no-start","label":"Passlock anti-theft system prevents engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11575200","quote_1_text":"On all chevy / canyon models 05 thru 12 there is an issue called \"passlock\" which prevents the vehicle from starting, it will leave you stranded. The failure is the ignition housing with the passlock sensor, not the actual key / tumbler, the part has to be replaced. The problem","quote_2_odi":"11477739","quote_2_text":"The Passcode Anti-theft system randomly triggers when attempting to start the vehicle. When it triggers, the vehicle cannot be started for at least 10 minutes. I have had this system trigger multiple times at home, at the grocery store, and at a gas station. I am afraid that the","quote_3_odi":"11097804","quote_3_text":"MY MOTHER HAS BEEN LEFT STRANDED IN PARKING LOTS OR DRIVE WAYS MANY TIMES. THE ENGINE WON'T START, AND THE SECURITY LIGHT IS FLASHING, WAIT TEN MINUTES THEN IT WILL FINALLY START. THE FLASHING LIGHT WILL EVENTUALLY GO OFF THEN SHE WILL TRY TO START THE ENGINE. SHE CAN NOW GET TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2012-steering-clicking-noise","label":"Clicking noise from steering wheel when turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11330113","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC CANYON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THERE WAS A TICKING SOUND HEARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BARTON CHEVROLET CADILLAC (800 AUTO PARK PL, NEWBURGH, NY 12550), TO BE","quote_2_odi":"11330154","quote_2_text":"CLICKING NOISE IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2015-brake-assist-loss","label":"Brake assist loss and vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11570688","quote_1_text":"Service brake assist light comes on and Vehicle loses braking power. Brake pedal gets hard and unable to stop if needed and has potential of injury / accidental death…","quote_2_odi":"11301899","quote_2_text":"I WAS PARKED. WHEN I STARTED THE TRUCK I PUT IT IN REVERSE. WHILE BACKING UP I APPLIED THE BRAKES. THE POWER FOR THE BRAKES WAS GONE. I HAD TO SLAM AS HARD AS I COULD TO STOP THE TRUCK. A VERY SCARY SITUATION…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2015-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11449412","quote_1_text":"Key gets stuck in the ignition switch. Truck will turn off but key will not come out. It is sometimes hours before the key will release. The dash lights stay on during the period the key is stuck and the battery dies…","quote_2_odi":"11365143","quote_2_text":"WHILE BEING IN A STATIONARY POSITION, MY VEHICLE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION. IF THE KEY IS INSERTED AND IMMEDIATELY ATTEMPTED TO BE REMOVED, IT WILL COME OUT WITH NO ISSUES…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":170,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11715233","quote_1_text":"While driving the truck, it suddenly locks up the steering and I have to maneuver safely to stop. This has happened to me various times and its scary and dangerous.","quote_2_odi":"11670302","quote_2_text":"my power steering randomly go out while driving the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11487156","quote_3_text":"Power steering fails randomly when turning both left and right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2015-transfer-case-4wd-fault","label":"Transfer case and 4WD system fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11452520","quote_1_text":"January 25, 2021 - Transfer Case Module Internal Electrical Failure. February 16, 2022 - 4-Wheel Drive Transfer Case Encoder Motor Sticking/Failure. Computer Codes C0396 and C0387.","quote_2_odi":"11378485","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SEEMS TO BE STUCK IN 4WD, UNABLE TO SWITCH OUT OF IT. CANNOT TURN VEHICLE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2015-transmission-shift-shudder","label":"Transmission shift shudder and delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11338832","quote_1_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 30,000 MILES AND HAS THE 'CHEVY SHUDDER'. WHY IS THIS NOT A RECALL? GMC WANTS ME TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR THE TRANSMISSION FLUSH. WHEN I AM DRIVING THE TRUCK IT BEGINS SHUDDERING AND SHAKING THROUGH CERTAIN SHIFT POINTS.","quote_2_odi":"11267355","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLS THEN JERKS FORWARD WHEN ACCELERATING AND DECELERATING. JERKING CAUSES BRIEF LOSS OF CONTROL AS VEHICLE LURCHES FORWARD WHILE TRANSMISSION ATTEMPTS TO CATCH UP. THIS OCCURS AT ANY MOMENT WHILE DRIVING (UPHILL, DOWNHILL, TURNING, CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal firmness and stopping-power loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702307","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving 5 MPH in a parking lot, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake pedal was very firm while being depressed","quote_2_odi":"11457113","quote_2_text":"The brakes locked up and stayed locked for several minutes about 6 times when the brake peddle was lightly touched. I was told by the dealership service department that the computer needed reprogramming","quote_3_odi":"11452954","quote_3_text":"This is the 4th time I have had a problem with my brakes. The brake pedal will be extremely hard to push to brake and this has happened while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-def-limp-mode","label":"DEF system fault triggering speed-limited limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11473745","quote_1_text":"DEF Fluid/nox sensor. My truck has 37,000 miles on it. I have been limited to 65mph, 55mph, and then 5mph 3 separate times already because DEF fluid quality poor permanent code. It all comes down to a dirty nox sensor #2 in the exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11469903","quote_2_text":"It keeps putting my vehicle into limp mode with the def system and tell me that I have poor exhaust quality. I can’t keep taking my vehicle into the shop not sure if it’s a sensor or the soot again or what but something has got to give","quote_3_odi":"11441778","quote_3_text":"Alert for emissions control malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-ignition-key-retention","label":"Ignition key fails to release from ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605489","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that after arriving to his destination, he became aware that the ignition switch would not release the key","quote_2_odi":"11494835","quote_2_text":"The key does not always release from the ignition after parking the truck. I have to shift into Drive and back into Park multiple times or wait up to a minute to remove the key","quote_3_odi":"11462912","quote_3_text":"Ignition key randomly will not release from ignition switch. The key is stuck in the ignition in the accessory position which in turn kills the battery. Unable to remove key!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment system screen and display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747456","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment system and screen display became inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11504038","quote_2_text":"Recently the radio stopped playing and the infotainment system went blank. It occasionally pops up a screen that says waiting on update, other than that it stays blank most of the time","quote_3_odi":"11348970","quote_3_text":"MY INFOTAINMENT CONSOLE 'IS FREAKING OUT'. MODEL 84042934 WILL RANDOMLY CHANGE SCREENS, MOVE ICONS, CONNECT AND DISCONNECT THE APPLE CAR PLAY, SWITCH FM, AM, BT INPUT, CHANGE MENU POSITIONS, AND OTHER RANDOM (AND DISTRACTING) ACTIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering and Stabilitrak loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":157,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719183","quote_1_text":"1. The power steering failed when I was driving my 2016 GMC Truck. 2. The failure caused the steering of the truck to be very difficult putting myself and any passengers at risk","quote_2_odi":"11716223","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn","quote_3_odi":"11696623","quote_3_text":"Power steering goes out intermittently while driving, almost causing wrecks. A warning pops up that power steering needs to be serviced...but when truck is turned off and restarted the issue goes away","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723200","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudder that is causing Drivability issues. Multiple mechanics have told me to drive it and maintain it until the transmission gives out","quote_2_odi":"11566729","quote_2_text":"I have not been in an incident yet, but when I slow down coming off the highway and try to come back up to traffic speed the the transmission bucks or shutters. Also when starting from a red light or stop sign the truck bucks or shutters very notable in 3-4-5th gear","quote_3_odi":"11365740","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION CONSISTENTLY SHUDDERS WHEN ACCELERATING IN ALL DRIVING CONDITIONS AND SPEEDS, AND SOMETIMES GOES TO HIGHER RPMS WHEN ENGINE IS WARM AND RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-diesel-engine-stall","label":"Diesel engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11088484","quote_1_text":"NOX SENSOR POSITION 2 FAILED, SECOND OCCURRENCE, DIESEL VEHICLE ENTERED LIMP MODE. LIMP MODE IS DANGEROUS AND INDICATED DEF FLUID ISSUE. THIS IS A FALSE POSITIVE (AS DESCRIBED IN MANY PLACES ON THE INTERNET AND BY THE DEALER) AS A RESULT OF THE SENSOR FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11416569","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLED WHEN I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN ONTO ROUTE 23 FROM ROUTE 296 IN WINDHAM NY. CAR SHUTTERED AND STALLED. ALMOST GOT T-BONED BY A SEMI. EXTREMELY LUCKY THAT I WAS ABLE TO ROLL BACKWARDS ONTO THE BRIDGE BEHIND ME","quote_3_odi":"11427418","quote_3_text":"This is the 2nd time this has happened. The 1st time making a left onto route 23 from route 296 in Windham NY. Almost got T-Boned. Stalled wouldn't start. Waited 5 minutes and it started again. Ran rough then died again thankfully in a more opportune spot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key sticks or fails to turn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11586124","quote_1_text":"I can not remove my key from ignition . Sometimes it takes up to 30 minutes to get it to release. Have taken to multiple places they all have different answer and no one knows how to fix it . Getting worse everyday. Today was told to contact you that they could not help me","quote_2_odi":"11403555","quote_2_text":"I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH MY 2017GMC CANYON. SOMETIMES I CAN'T GET THE KEY OUT OF THE IGNITION. MAIN PROBLEM KEY IN CAN'T GET IT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11288552","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING PROBLEM WITH MY 2 YEAR OLD TRUCK SOMETIMES I CAN`T GET THE KEY OUT SOMETIMES LIGHTS STAY ON IN THE SUNNY DAY BUT MY MAIN PROBLEM IS THE KEY STUCK IN AND CAN`T GET IT OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-oil-cooler-line-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler line or hose leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11124380","quote_1_text":"OWNED THIS 2017 GMC CANYON FOR 1 YEAR AND 1 MONTH WITH 5000 MILES WHEN IT DEVELOPED AN OIL LEAK. BROUGHT TO DEALER WHO FOUND THE OIL LEAK COMING FROM A \"PINHOLE\" IN THE OIL COOLANT HOSE","quote_2_odi":"11193332","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS 6600 MILES- WHILE NORMAL DRIVING AROUND TOWN, NOTICED A GASOLINE/OIL SMELL. AFTER BEING PARKED FOR 5 MINUTES RECIEVED A WARNING MESSAGE TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE DUE TO LOW OIL PRESSURE, THEN NOTICED A LARGE POOL OF OIL SPREADING UNDER THE ENGINE BAY OF THE TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11281338","quote_3_text":"GM HAD A RECALL ON THE 3.6 LGZ EQUIPPED IN TRUCKS IN CANADA. COLD WEATHER CAUSED OIL PUMP TO OVER PRESSURIZING OF OIL AND DAMAGE TO OIL COOLER AND LINES. LEAKING OIL IN TO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND ON ROADWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11524646","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became firm and difficult to maneuver. The power steering assist warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11266122","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF STEERING WHILE DRIVING POWER LOSS STEERING DISPLAYED ON SCREEN CALLED DEALER SHIP SAID TO BRING IN AFTER READING ON THE WEB EXPLAINED ON 2015 AND 2016 CANON HAD BEEN RECALLED FOR SAME THING","quote_3_odi":"11408293","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC CANYON. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-stabilitrak-brake-activation","label":"Unexpected StabiliTrak and brake system activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11331158","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT WHEN DRIVING THE \"SERVICE STABILITRAK\" MESSAGE APPEARS, AND TRACTION CONTROL/ STABILITY CONTROL IS DISABLED INTERMITTENTLY WHEN STARTING THE \"SERVICE STABILITRAK\" MESSAGE APPEARS, AND TRACTION CONTROL/ STABILITY CONTROL IS DISABLED","quote_2_odi":"11479157","quote_2_text":"Constantly getting a message and beeping to service my trailer brake system while in park and driving. I’ve never used this before for towing any trailers or anything","quote_3_odi":"11207199","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC CANYON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE EXITING THE FREEWAY AT 30 MPH, THE COLLISION BRAKE SYSTEM ENGAGED WITH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE RESUMED BACK TO NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11430259","quote_1_text":"At highway cruising speed I am experiencing a shake or a shutter coming from the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11473315","quote_2_text":"2017 GMC CANYON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION ISSUES. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED TRANSMISSION SHUDDERING AND BUCKING. OCCASIONALLY, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT YET DISCOVERED A FIX","quote_3_odi":"11115139","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION BEGAN SHIFTING HARD. BEFORE LONG WHOLE TRUCK RATTLED WHEN SHIFTING. ALMOST A GRINDING SOUND. CHEVY DIAGNOSED TORQUE CONVERTER HAS GONE BAD. BACK ORDERED FOR 2 WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2018-4wd-actuator-failure","label":"4WD system failure causing loss of traction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11715011","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving in the snow, the 4WD function became inoperable, and the vehicle lost traction and started skidding. The \"Service 4WD\" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that a chip inside of the casing of the","quote_2_odi":"11576454","quote_2_text":"Vehicle switched out of four wheel drive while travelling up hill in snow. Resulted in a loss of traction and sliding downhill until it collided with a tree, resulting in$9,000 worth of damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2018-backup-camera-glare","label":"Reverse camera display brightness obscures rear view","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11552550","quote_1_text":"When placing the vehicle in reverse, the infotainment screen goes to full brightness on the reverse camera, making it difficult to see at night by lighting up the cabin causing interior reflections when trying to see out the windows at mirrors or behind the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11378006","quote_2_text":"AT NIGHT, THE BACK-UP CAMERA DISPLAY ON THE DASH IS SO BRIGHT, IT LIGHTS UP THE WHOLE CAB AND THIS CAUSES THE DRIVER NOT TO BE ABLE TO SEE ANYTHING OUTSIDE THE CAB OR AROUND THE VEHICLE WHEN REVERSING. I ALMOST BACKED OVER MY WIFE BECAUSE I COULD NOT SEE HER BECAUSE OF THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2018-engine-power-reduction","label":"Engine power reduction and shutdown tied to emissions alerts","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11548755","quote_1_text":"A warning message popped up on my dash “Service Emissions System- 65 mi before 65mph max speed”. And within 5 seconds of that message popping up, the engine detuned itself. I pulled over as quick as I could, but I only made it partially out of the road before the engine shut","quote_2_odi":"11531580","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH, the message “Bad Exhaust Fluid Warning” was displayed. The contact stated that he added exhaust fluid to the vehicle per owner manual’s instructions; however, the message remained displayed","quote_3_odi":"11526123","quote_3_text":"Engine power reduced” service message “Stabilitrack” service message “4x4” service message Vehicle is available for inspection Vehicle jerks and loses power while driving at highway speeds causing 18-wheelers and other drivers to swerve around me, vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2018-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Ignition key sticking in the ignition cylinder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11627186","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the ignition key was difficult to remove from the ignition cylinder. The contact stated that the failure was constant and was unable to remove the key from the ignition cylinder, causing the 12-Volt battery to be drained","quote_2_odi":"11492501","quote_2_text":"Key sticks in ignition on accessory and cannot be removed. Service Bulletin generated by GMC. Available for inspection. Safety: with key stuck in accessory position battery goes dead in 4-6 hours, potentially stranding occupants","quote_3_odi":"11437225","quote_3_text":"Over the last 3 days, after vehicle is put in park and turned off, the key will not always rotate back to the 'off' position, and can not be removed from the ignition. This has happened at least 6 times over the last 3 days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2018-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11408239","quote_1_text":"FOR SEVERAL MONTHS, WE ARE NOW CONTINUOUSLY EXPERIENCING A SHAKING AND SHUDDERING OF THE CANYON EVERY TIME THE TRUCK SHIFTS FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR. IT IS VERY DISTURBING DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND THE CANYON BEGINS TO SHAKE SO HARD THAT EVERYONE IS JARRED IN THEIR SEATS EVEN WITH","quote_2_odi":"11563948","quote_2_text":"Transmission developed shutter/shimmy when shifting gears especially at lower speeds. Took truck to dealer and they diagnosed that the torque converter had failed. There are numerous reports and complaints online regarding this issue with GMC Canyons","quote_3_odi":"11719602","quote_3_text":"At approximately 45mph and up, the truck feels like it’s going over rumble strip and the back end is slipping. This causes the steering wheel and truck to shake. It could result in the loss of control if it gets too bad","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2022-airbag-sensor-failure","label":"Airbag sensor failure and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11590518","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving at 45–50 MPH, he was blinded by the sun and crashed into the rear of a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The air bags did not deploy. The contact noticed that the service air bag message was displayed on his app…","quote_2_odi":"11713514","quote_2_text":"To Whom It May Concern, This letter is submitted to report a safety-related defect involving an airbag sensor failure on a 2022 GMC Canyon. The vehicle experienced a failure of an airbag sensor that is part of the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS). The sensor is required for…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2022-fuel-gauge-inaccurate-reading","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11632317","quote_1_text":"The ECU electric control model has now burned up 3 times and the dealership just keeps replacing it the only thing they keep saying not to fill up the gas tank all the way? The gas gauge just goes dead","quote_2_odi":"11622385","quote_2_text":"The fuel gauge on the vehicle does not appear to read accurately. The distance to empty reading varies on every refuel regardless if the same amount of fuel is filled in the vehicle. I believe this is a safety issue because a driver can run out of gas causing an accident due to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2022-ignition-key-wont-release","label":"Ignition key will not release from cylinder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11726344","quote_1_text":"At various times key can not be removed from the ignition. I understand this to be a common problem on these trucks, but dealer does not agree.","quote_2_odi":"11608098","quote_2_text":"Key gets stuck in ignition when attempting to turn off vehicle. This leaves people stranded with their vehicles in hot/cold weather, dangerous areas, etc... Many people have been bypassing this problem by removing steering column and disconnecting a wire that allows the key to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2022-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11588620","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH and making a right turn, the steering wheel became inoperable. The service power steering message was displayed. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the…","quote_2_odi":"11597806","quote_2_text":"Service Power Steering, Drive with care warning comes on, vehicle looses all power steering. First time it happen was around November 2023. This will happen randomly, at various speeds, sometimes going straight, sometimes turning. Power steering will come back after a few…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2022-transmission-first-gear-slip","label":"Automatic transmission slips in first gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11630385","quote_1_text":"At first start the first gear slips this has been going on for 2 years. Is been serviced 3 times and no one seems to know what the problem is. The services tech did discover the issue but couldn't figure out what the problem is. I only have 19,000 mile and its on warranty I'm…","quote_2_odi":"11581155","quote_2_text":"8 Speed auto transmission slipping on first gear. Truck was serviced on 2 attempts with know resolution and still currant.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-blind-spot-false-alerts","label":"Blind spot monitoring false alerts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11623610","quote_1_text":"Continues to give false alerts even on single lane roads or will not detect vehicles at all. Intermittent issue but happens frequently. Both mirror but mostly passenger side. Becoming safety issue by not knowing if something is there or not. It flashes and alerts me aggressively…","quote_2_odi":"11564445","quote_2_text":"Blind spot warning system continues to illuminate when traveling on two lane roads with no objects in the blind spot(false positives). Especially the passenger side. I continue to be distracted while driving to check the mirror to see what is there, nothing. Then while traveling…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-defroster-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield defroster and wiper failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11581737","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the defroster had failed to properly defrost the windshield. The contact also stated that because of the failure, the windshield wipers had failed to function…","quote_2_odi":"11560360","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that upon activating the defroster during cold winter weather, he became aware that the defroster failed to properly defrost the front windshield and that the windshield wipers failed to adequately remove ice debris,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance false braking activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11722280","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the automatic emergency braking (AEB) unexpectedly engaged. The message \"Reduce Acceleration…","quote_2_odi":"11578370","quote_2_text":"Automatic Breaking System. Driving along at 25-30 mph on a snow covered road when all of a sudden alert system sounded and vehicle brakes abruptly applied putting vehicle into an uncontrollable slide. Fortunately there was no one behind and nom on coming traffic. Notified GM…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-radiator-hose-leak","label":"Upper radiator hose coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11720437","quote_1_text":"The upper radiator hose on some huge percentage of these trucks fail (mine has failed at just over 37K miles). You can check the Colorado Chevy and GMC Canyon forums, youtube, Facebook, etc., et al, and find plenty of instances where this has failed. As this is the cooling…","quote_2_odi":"11703623","quote_2_text":"The upper radiator hose on a significant number of these trucks is failing prematurely. In my case, the failure occurred at just over 35,000 miles. Numerous reports on owner forums (such as the Colorado Chevy / GMC Canyon forum), YouTube, and other platforms document the same…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-roof-panel-carwash","label":"Roof panel deformation at car wash","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11642242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that while at a car wash, there was an abnormal sound coming from the roof. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that there was a dent in the roof panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and…","quote_2_odi":"11560796","quote_2_text":"The roof of the vehicle crackles and pops when it is in the blowing section of an automatic car wash. We have never had any experience like this before. The roof of the truck is so flimsy that it was actually dented by the hard blowing of air. I don’t feel like this car is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-steering-brake-loss","label":"Power steering and brake assist loss","component_code":"STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11698288","quote_1_text":"While driving at 70–75 mph on an interstate, my vehicle suddenly displayed a “Brake Failure” warning and limited speed to 62 mph. Power steering failed completely, and braking became ineffective despite hard pedal pressure. Multiple warnings followed: ABS, engine, and others. I…","quote_2_odi":"11536303","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Canyon. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced several electrical failures and would fail to start due to a faulty battery. The contact stated that after the manufacturer remotely completed an unknown electrical update on the vehicle, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"gmc-canyon-2023-transmission-lunge","label":"Transmission lunge at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11646417","quote_1_text":"Vehicle lurches forward extremely strong when almost stopped, shifting from 2nd to 1st. Common issue with all of these trucks with the 8L80 transmission. Also - this transmission slams into 2nd from 1st when first starting out under light acelleration or drifting down hill.","quote_2_odi":"11564448","quote_2_text":"While slowly driving, like when parking or trying to park vehicle in garage, it will randomly surge when almost at complete stop forcing vehicle to lunge forward requiring operator to apply quick additional firm braking. It almost feels like vehicle is creeping in 2nd gear and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2024-adaptive-cruise-unintended-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11634803","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] I took a trip with family through Ohio from Pennsylvania. While truck was in adaptive cruise control on highway, phantom braking occurred where truck slowed down from 70mph to about 60mph 5 times. No objects or vehicles in front of truck or around truck during the…","quote_2_odi":"11614391","quote_2_text":"Adaptive Cruise Control has applied brakes multiple times while cruise has been sent at speeds ranging from 55-75 MPH. Vehicle aggressively slowed down 10-20 MPH then picked up speed. No vehicles in sight ahead of vehicle, aggressively applied braking without warning. Aggressive…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2024-brake-failure-rotor-wear","label":"Brake failure and premature rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11713383","quote_1_text":"Upon starting the vehicle, I got multiple warning lights. The most important was brake failure. I had no brake function. I took it to the dealer and they replaced the brake module after 3 days.","quote_2_odi":"11727764","quote_2_text":"I first noticed the brakes squealing in August 2025 at 15,000 miles. The dealership said I needed to resurface the front rotors. I mistook this a coating and brake debris, but it was actually the rotors warping. By 21,000 the vehicle is pulsing heavily when stopping. I went back…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2024-coolant-leak-radiator-hose","label":"Coolant leak at upper radiator hose connection","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11721052","quote_1_text":"Upper radiator hose connection to radiator is faulty causing leak of coolant. Yes it is available for inspection upon request. Truck began to run cooling fan at full speed in the middle of winter with no warnings of high heat or low coolant. After two weeks, check engine light…","quote_2_odi":"11707894","quote_2_text":"Upper radiator hose leaks where it connects to radiator. 40k miles and my truck has no coolant","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2024-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight flicker during operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":148,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11609907","quote_1_text":"Headlights Flickering frequently while driving or parked. Causes other drivers in front of me to think I am high beaming them or flashing my lights at them. Causes quick moments of darkness and is disorienting when driving at night. No warning lights or signs of damage. This…","quote_2_odi":"11612200","quote_2_text":"My GMC Canyon has an issue with flickering of the headlights at night, which sometimes results in one side or the other going completely out. I'm part of several Canyon forums, and this seems to be an issue with most 2024 Canyons. The flicker is more of an annoyance, as I can…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Canyon","model_slug":"canyon","cluster_id":"canyon-2024-turn-signal-reversal","label":"Opposite-direction turn signal after completed turn","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11616322","quote_1_text":"The turn signal is activating in the opposite direction. After completing a 90 degree right hand turn, when the turn signal deactivates it will turn on the left turn indicator for 3-5 seconds. This only happens when making right hand turns and I have been able to replicate it on…","quote_2_odi":"11626108","quote_2_text":"When the right turn signal cancels after completing a right turn, the left turn signal activates, flashing 3 times. This appears to be the result of a defective design with the turn signal level. The dealer has acknowledged the problem and has stated that there is a bulletin…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/canyon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-afm-lifter-failure","label":"Active Fuel Management lifter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11331766","quote_1_text":"ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM FAILED AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. ENGINE STUCK IN 4 CYLINDERS. SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS GOING TO BLOW UP IT WAS RATTLING SO LOUD. RAPID LOSS OF POWER AND TORQUE AS A RESULT","quote_2_odi":"10811698","quote_2_text":"ENGINE LIFTER ISSUE/LOW OIL PRESSURE PROBLEM RELATES TO HAVING THE LIFTERS REPLACED. THE 5.3 VORTEC ENGINE HAS AFM (ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-dash-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag compartment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10565033","quote_1_text":"THE ENTIRE DASHBOARD HAS STARTED CRACKING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10917891","quote_2_text":"CRACKED DASHBOARD. MY VEHICLE IS A 2010 WITH 43,000 MILES AND IS STORED IN A GARAGE MOST OF THE TIME (NOT A DAILY DRIVER). DASHBOARD CRACKED WHILE SITTING IN THE GARAGE. NO EXTREME CHANGES IN TEMPERATURE AS GARAGE IS HEATED","quote_3_odi":"11030060","quote_3_text":"DASH CRACKED IN TWO PLACES ABOVE INSTRUMENT PANEL AN IN CORNER OF AIR BAG. I DON'T KNOW IF THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION OR STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-door-handle-fracture","label":"Exterior door handle fracture","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10619380","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT EXTERIOR PASSENGER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TWO TIMES AND THE PLASTIC DOOR HANDLE WAS REPLACED EACH TIME","quote_2_odi":"10888614","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE OPENING THE FRONT DRIVER DOOR, THE HANDLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-frame-rust","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11605495","quote_1_text":"Extreme frame rust and rot issues with this truck and many around this year they’re rotting away excessively","quote_2_odi":"11484358","quote_2_text":"Frame rusted out despite regular maintenance and cleaning. Rotted from the inside out, then spread to the wheel wells and bed. Crossmembers forming holes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10682269","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SPUTTERED AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE ABOVE 20 MPH. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE AND SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11060669","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH THROUGH A SNOW BANK, THE CHECK ENGINE AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11338157","quote_1_text":"NOT ABLE TO LOCATE A GMC DEALER THAT HAS THE PARTS TO ADDRESS THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11035779","quote_2_text":"WHEN TALKING WITH THE DEALERSHIP THEY STATED TAKATA HAS NOT COME UP WITH A RESOLUTION. SO THERE ARE NO AIRBAGS FOR THEM TO INSTALL. WE RECEIVED THE FIRST NOTICE BACK IN JULY 2016","quote_3_odi":"11066075","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" IF THIS IS A POTENTIALLY LIFE THREATENING ISSUE, THEN I CONSIDER 2 YEARS TOO LONG TO REMEDY THE SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2011-dash-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag panel","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":366,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11497044","quote_1_text":"Dashboard has completely cracked and fallen apart. I fear safety if airbag were to deploy, that there would be plastic pieces that could directly damage passengers in the car","quote_2_odi":"11132067","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD IN MY 2011 GMC SIERRA DENALI 1500 HAS MULTIPLE CRACKS IN THE DASHBOARD, THEY HAVE APPEARED SIGNIFICANTLY WITHIN IN THE LAST YEAR AND GOTTEN MUCH LARGER","quote_3_odi":"11006333","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT, OVER TIME, THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO CRACK IN VARIOUS PLACES, BEGINNING ON THE UPPER DRIVER SIDE CORNER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2011-frame-rust","label":"Frame and subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":366,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11614743","quote_1_text":"My GMC which is well cared for and only has 121,000 miles has a rusted through frame (mid-vehicle, left side) which has made the truck unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11541930","quote_2_text":"I own a 2011 GMC Sierra 1/2 ton pickup truck. It currently has 98 k miles. The crossmember for the frame rusted out and fell off last month. Yesterday the frame broke in two","quote_3_odi":"11499443","quote_3_text":"I have a 2011 GMC Sierra Standard Cab pickup truck. I’m a disabled veteran and have this as my primary vehicle. The frame has a huge hole that developed and will need repair. The frame is rotted and soon will not pass inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2011-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Stabilitrak warning with reduced engine power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":366,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11218524","quote_1_text":"STABILITRAK OFF/REDUCED ENGINE POWER CAME ON AGAIN AFTER 3 UNSUCCESSFUL 'FIXES' AT GMC DEALER. I WAS DRIVING 30MPH OVER A HILL WHEN MY ENGINE COMPLETELY STOPPED RESPONDING. COULDN'T ACCELERATE AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED","quote_2_odi":"11150016","quote_2_text":"OK SO I'M GOING DOWN INTERSTATE AND TRUCK ALL OF THE SUDDEN NO SIGN OR ANYTHING SAYS SERVICE STABLETRACK, SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL,,POWER REDUCED","quote_3_odi":"11372326","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK HAS PROBLEMS WITH STABILITY CONTROL RUNNING ON THE FREEWAY IN THE DASH CAME STABILITY CONTROL SERVICES AND SECOND REDUCE POWER AND THE STOP MU TRUCK GO SLOW FROM 65 TO 20 IN THE MIDDLE OF THE FREEWAY CAR BEHIND MY TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":366,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11054983","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE VEHICLE WAS BUILT WITH DEFECTIVE AIR BAG SAFETY DEVICES. TO DATE (12/15/2017) THERE IS STILL NO REMEDY TO FIX/REPLACE/REPAIR THE AIR BAG SYSTEM ON THE VEHICLE PER DEALERSHIP OR MANUFACTURER","quote_2_odi":"11090405","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC SIERRA 1500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11035377","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL- TAKATA HAS FAILED TO MEET THE AUGUST DEADLINE FOR RECALLING MY VEHICLE. IN THE MEAN TIME I AM DRIVING A VEHICLE THAT CAN CAUSE MYSELF, MY WIFE, AND MY CHILDREN TO POSSIBLE INJURY AND/OR DEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-dash-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11395692","quote_1_text":"DASH CRACKS EVERYWHERE, ALL ATTACHMENT POINTS ARE CRACKING. NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN USING A UN U.V PROTECTED PLASTIC","quote_2_odi":"11014905","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD SURROUNDING AIRBAG AND INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS CRACKING AND ESSENTIALLY DISINTEGRATING. IF MY AIRBAG DEPLOYS OR I'M INVOLVED IN A COLLISION THESE SHARP PLASTIC FRAGMENTS WILL BECOME A SAFETY HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"10902046","quote_3_text":"THIS TRUCK IS FOUR YEARS OLD, HAS 30,000 MILES, IS GARAGE KEPT (NEVER PARKED IN THE SUN) AND THE DASH HAS CRACKED NEAR THE AIR BAG AREA. I AM CONCERNED THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAG COULD BE AFFECTED BY THE CRACKED DASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior and interior door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11052540","quote_1_text":"EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLES BREAK COMPLETELY OFF MAKING THE DOOR UN OPEN ABLE","quote_2_odi":"10985788","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE BROKE OFF. AFTER REACHING DOWN TO OPEN THE DOOR FROM THE INSIDE THE METAL ATTACHED TO THE HANDLE SNAPPED OFF AND I WAS LEFT HOLDING THE PLASTIC HANDLE AND UNABLE TO OPEN MY DOOR FROM THE INSIDE","quote_3_odi":"11234863","quote_3_text":"OUR GMC HAS EXPERIENCED 3 EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE FAILURES. WE PAID TO HAVE THE 1ST BROKEN HANDLE REPAIRED AS IT WAS NOT OPERABLE FROM THE OUTSIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-frame-rust","label":"Frame and subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11555714","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that during a vehicle inspection, the contact was informed that the sub frame was severely corroded with holes","quote_2_odi":"11485562","quote_2_text":"The frame is so rotted it will not pass state inspection","quote_3_odi":"10746923","quote_3_text":"FRAME COATING IS PEELING OFF THE BACK OF THE FRAME AND IN OTHER AREAS. EXCESSIVE RUST FOR A VEHICLE THAT IS 3 YEARS OLD IN A TEMPERATE CLIMATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter and valvetrain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11558123","quote_1_text":"Lifter Failure: I was traveling to a State Park in Northern Michigan when my engine starting running very rough with major power loss. My check engine light activated, and I pulled over as soon as I could","quote_2_odi":"11084825","quote_2_text":"MY ENGINE HAS A TICK,,BROUGHT IT TO A SHOP HE TOLD ME LIFTERS AND ITS EXPENSIVE...WENT TO DEALER,,, TOLD ME I NEED LIFTERS 2600.00 TO FIX IT AND APPARENTLY MY LIFTER ISN'T GETTING OIL IN IT , \"FROM ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT\"","quote_3_odi":"10875937","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER THINKING THAT IT NEEDED A TUNE UP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAMSHAFT AND UPLIFTERS NEEDED REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-steering-brake-loss","label":"Loss of steering and brake function","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10567717","quote_1_text":"AFTER EXITING INTERSTATE LOST STEERING AND BRAKES BRIEFLY IN PARKING LOT. PUMPED BRAKE AND BOTH RETURNED AFTER A HISSING SOUND. RECURRED A FEW TIMES IN NEXT 6 MONTHS OR SO","quote_2_odi":"11145355","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 1500. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE AND EXITING A PARKING SPACE, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION","quote_3_odi":"10485236","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL (THREE EPISODES) : 13 NOV 2012, WHILE EXITING NB I-95 ONTO EB ROUTE 214 IN LANDOVER, MD, MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. MY SPEED AT THE TIME WAS APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2012-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11453484","quote_1_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11419608","quote_2_text":"2012 GMC SIERRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11488532","quote_3_text":"manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner and recall could cause great bodily injury or death to driver and passenger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10667944","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2013 GMC SIERRA 4WD CREW CAB THAT IS HAVING BRAKING PROBLEMS. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON 05/29/2013 NEW FROM BILL SMITH BUICK-GMC INC. LOCATED IN CULLMAN, AL AS A NEW VEHICLE AND AT THE TIME OF PURCHASE IT HAD 7173 MILES ON IT AS STATED ON THE ODOMETER DISCLOSURE","quote_2_odi":"10908826","quote_2_text":"ODOMETER 35,590 MILES, TRUCK FLUID LEAKED AT THE REAR WHEEL AND THE BRAKES ON SIDE CAUGHT FIRE. FRONT BRAKES WERE AT 6MM AND REAR BRAKES WERE AT 1MM. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN CHANGED 8 TIMES SINCE I BOUGHT THE TRUCK (EVERY 7,000 - 12,000 MILES). METAL","quote_3_odi":"11320976","quote_3_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH BRAKING THE ABS ACTIVATES IN A NON EMERGENCY STOP AND THE BRAKES DO NOT WORK WELL, VEHICLE CONTINUES TO MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11414042","quote_1_text":"MY GMC SIERRA 1500 HAS NUMEROUS CRACKS ACROSS THE UPPER DASH THAT HAVE APPEARED OVER THE LIFE OF THE VEHICLE. I ATTEMPTED TO HAVE THE DASHBOARD REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY BUT WAS DENIED. I RECENTLY HAD THE PASSENGER AIRBAG REPLACED DUE TO A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11396886","quote_2_text":"A CRACK SUDDENLY APPEARED AT THE CORNER OF MY DASHBOARD AND THE DASHBOARD AIR BAG COVER THAT OPENS WHEN DEPLOYED. I HAVE PARKED MY GMC IN THE GARAGE EVERY DAY SINCE I BROUGHT IT HOME FROM THE DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11454023","quote_3_text":"The upper part of the dashboard has progressively cracked and creating hazardous plastic pieces that are potentially dangerous in a crash. This cracking started to occur shortly after purchasing the vehicle in 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-engine-stall-afm","label":"Engine stalling and lifter noise related to AFM","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11395927","quote_1_text":"ON OR ABOUT 10-14-2020 I HAD GOT A CALL FROM MY NIECE THAT SHE WAS AT A PARKING LOT AND THE TRUCK DIDN'T WANT TO RUN THE SAME. SHE WAS PASSING A INTERSECTION WHEN SHE HEARD A VERY LOUD POP NOISE AND A VERY SCARY NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11548370","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, while making a left turn, the accelerator pedal was depressed and there was a ticking sound coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The check engine warning light was","quote_3_odi":"11549542","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle veered to the side of the road and was restarted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-frame-rust-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11434502","quote_1_text":"Vehicle frame is rotted through and cracked after 7 years, 71xxx. I tried calling gmc directly. They said it wasn't recalled and nothing can be done. I understand its not new and will need service due to age. But having a frame rust and crack after 7 years","quote_2_odi":"11548979","quote_2_text":"I’ve only had the truck for 1 years and the frame is so deteriorated and rusted. My frame is now cracked/damaged. I’ve read up on the same manufacturer/trucks and it seems like an ongoing problem","quote_3_odi":"11670958","quote_3_text":"DURING AN OIL CHANGE IN MAY I WAS INFORMED THAT MY FRAME WAS EXTREMELY ROTTED AND WAS IN JEOPARDY OF CRACKING IN HALF . THE FURTHER I DIG INTO THIS, I'M FINDING THAT GM IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE. THE VEHICLE IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering and steering column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10577560","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY TRUCK IN FOR A GRINDING NOISE THE STEERING RACK WAS MAKING WHEN TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A POWER STEERING GEAR, COMMON PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD FIX IT BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY, THEY SOLVED THE PROBLEM. THE ISSUE IS THAT THE RE-MANUFACTURED","quote_2_odi":"10852250","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE. WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE STEERING COLUMN TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall deployment and repair issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10574287","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS, I SWERVED TO MISS AN ANIMAL, TOOK THE DITCH, HIT TWO TREES, SOME BOULDERS AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 47 MPH. THE ACCIDENT REPORT SHOWED DAMAGES TO EVERY PART OF THE TRUCK EXCEPT THE ROOF AND TAILGATE","quote_2_odi":"11455493","quote_2_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2013 GMC Sierra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags).The contact stated while driving approximately 30-35 mph, the drivers seat and both side air bags deployed without warning or impact. The contact","quote_3_odi":"11041758","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL..RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON 07/2016/ FROM GMC ABOUT DEFECTIVE AIR BAG. LETTER SAYS \"NO NEED TO TAKE ACTION NOW. YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED WHEN PARTS ARE AVAILABLE TO REMEDY YOUR VEHICLE.\" I HAVE NEVER BEEN NOTIFIED BY GM..STILL WAITING, I NOW HAVE A COLLEGE STUDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-brake-pedal-low-speed","label":"Brake pedal hardening and vacuum pump failure at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11743787","quote_1_text":"The vacuum pump has been recalled on same year, make and model vehicle, yet my particular VIN is falling to the wayside. IT HAS A VACUUM PUMP issue, causing the brakes to malfunction at slower rates of speed","quote_2_odi":"11629310","quote_2_text":"I was backing my boat down the ramp and the brakes were giving out. I know this was a recall issue, in the past, that I had repaired. Clearly, they repaired it with the same faulty part because it has happened again","quote_3_odi":"11522620","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and became firm. Additionally, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. No warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-dim-headlights","label":"Dim or inoperable headlights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11583283","quote_1_text":"The headlights are dangerously dim, can't drive the vehicle comfortably at night. There seems to be no solution for fixing them. A TSB has been issued concerning this, but does little to address fixing the problem","quote_2_odi":"11491283","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undetermined speed, the low-beam and high-beam head lights became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11502122","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that the headlamps were extremely dim while driving at night, making it difficult to see the roadway. The dealer was made aware of the failure and stated that there was no fix for the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-electrical-shutdown","label":"Unexpected loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11618453","quote_1_text":"The vehicle lost ALL power, completely shut off with no warning while driving. There were no warnings or anything. Was stuck for about 5 minutes and had to let cars go around me (no power and no warning lights, so could not even use hazard lights)","quote_2_odi":"11419768","quote_2_text":"Vehicle started having random electrical problems including dropping out of cruise when signaling a lane change, not starting due to antitheft system error, stabltrak error message, message to raise & lower drivers side window","quote_3_odi":"11747926","quote_3_text":"Truck shut off and would not turn back on. Negative battery cable so hot it burned skin off. Would not start, tried to start clicking sound, radio blipped for a moment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11624573","quote_1_text":"I bought this truck used, in 2022 for $24,000... had it put up on a lift and fully gone over before purchasing. Roughly 18 months later I was notified by the garage that there were some rust holes in the frame that needed to be fixed","quote_2_odi":"11687926","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s frame has severely rusted to the point of structural compromise. My certified mechanic determined on December 10, 2024, that the frame could not pass the state safety inspection due to advanced corrosion","quote_3_odi":"11473675","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while he was under the vehicle performing a routine check-up, he noticed that the frame of the vehicle looked rusted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-lifter-failure","label":"Cylinder deactivation lifter and valve train failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11718877","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced complete lifter failure on cylinder number 4 bending the intake valve push rod thus shutting down the cylinder. The vehicle has 167,000 miles and is well maintained","quote_2_odi":"11659196","quote_2_text":"The engine has 160,000 miles and just driving the camshaft and the lifters went out during normal driving. It showed no problems before hand. I’ve heard from multiple people that this is a big issue with the 6.2l gmc Sierra engines","quote_3_odi":"11659007","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. There was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. The contact determined that the engine had seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11506068","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra. The contact stated while driving on a dirt road at 3 mph and making a left turn but the vehicle made a right turn and crashed into a tree. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. No air bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11480967","quote_2_text":"In the process of making a right turn my power steering suddenly quit working causing my vehicle to cross over into oncoming traffic. There was an eighteen wheeler that had to make a lane change to avoid a collision","quote_3_odi":"11522225","quote_3_text":"GM has a recall on 2014 GMC Sierra 1500 pick up trucks. This recall if for sudden loss of power assist steering which increases the risk of a crash. I own a 2014 GMC 1500 and it is not included in this recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system warning and controller malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11471943","quote_1_text":"\"Service Trailer Brake System\" alert on dash. This is a safety concern for 2 reasons; the first being the chime made to warn the driver is distracting, persistent, and annoying","quote_2_odi":"11444805","quote_2_text":"Hello, I am driving a 2014 Sierra truck with 17,761 miles, my father’s work truck. The first week I had No problems, the 2nd week the Trailer Brake warning came on relentlessly","quote_3_odi":"11441835","quote_3_text":"I’m having a trail break system warning every few minutes. It is constant and beeps consistently. To the point where I almost cannot drive it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":858,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11671482","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic transmission failure. Original transmission failed at 113,00 miles. I replaced it at the dealership with a factory rebuilt transmission and that transmission failed after only 40,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11754615","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing ongoing issues with the 6L80E transmission that have significantly affected the performance and reliability of my vehicle. The transmission shifts harshly between gears, hesitates when accelerating, and occasionally slips before engaging","quote_3_odi":"11512146","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the transmission inadvertently shifted to neutral(N) and the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V374000 (Power Train)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-afm-lifter-failure","label":"AFM lifter, push rod, and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11703847","quote_1_text":"The GMC Sierra 1500 started a knocking sound. The collapsed lifter on a AFM cylinder bent a push rod which led to cam failure. Metal fragments are throughout the oil system","quote_2_odi":"11638850","quote_2_text":"Truck is equipped with AFM and the lifters failed causing a no -power situation. First happens at 57,000 miles then again at 82,000 miles. Not only was this a dangerous situation, but also a very expensive situation","quote_3_odi":"11469897","quote_3_text":"62,000 MILES. P0307 error. Replaced spark plugs, coil. head removal, lifter replaced and now another bad lifter. Faulty Active Fuel Management Lifter (AFM Lifters) that results in the Valve Train Defect. In shop for lifter repairs.(2nd time) Cost is $3000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Roof-rail air bag inflator recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11475305","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V504000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11528088","quote_2_text":"Attempts to get the part replaced have been met with long delays in gets the parts necessary even though the dealer tells me they show plenty in their warehouse in another state. I first called on 3/29/23 and was told 1-8 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11462443","quote_3_text":"2015 GMC SIERRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ROOF RAIL AIRBAG (RRAB) INFLATORS SAFETY RECALL. * RECALL REMEDY IS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-brake-assist-loss","label":"Brake assist loss and hard pedal at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11674911","quote_1_text":"Starting vehicle in parking lot and backing out of parking space. Brakes failed and truck continued to roll backwards almost hitting a pedestrian. I was able to stop hard on the pedal and stop the vehicle. This has happened several times","quote_2_odi":"11626023","quote_2_text":"Intermittently with slow driving such as parking maneuvers or creeping slow traffic at stop lights the brake pedal becomes very soft and depresses much more than normal and the brake action is decreased. Sometimes with this soft pedal it sounds like ABS is engaging","quote_3_odi":"11512595","quote_3_text":"Brake pedal effort is increased, pedal gets hard and vehicle is hard to stop. Happens at slow speed. intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-low-speed-stall","label":"Electrical power loss and stall during low-speed turns","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11556046","quote_1_text":"The truck completely shut off while making a turn in town. I didn't have any control of the truck, steering or braking ability. In a attempted to restart the truck or regain steering and braking, I cycled the key to no avail","quote_2_odi":"11474381","quote_2_text":"When decelerating and turning left the car goes completely dead. First time I just about got killed on the highway. The other two times I knew to put it in neutral & crank the car. No steering no nothing","quote_3_odi":"11673860","quote_3_text":"When parking and turning the wheel the truck stalled, radio turned off and on, ac stopped working, battery reading dropped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-rear-defroster-window","label":"Rear defroster overheating and rear window shattering","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11720409","quote_1_text":"I remote started my truck, and when I got to it there was smoke and a flame coming from the rear power window. The remote start activates the rear defrosters, which started the electrical issues","quote_2_odi":"11626068","quote_2_text":"I was driving my truck with my family in the car. I turned on the rear window defrost and a few minutes later the rear window blew out and made a loud bang noise. Also a burning smell took over the rear of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11499768","quote_3_text":"It was a very foggy night with lots of mist in the air, so I turned on the defroster to clear fog/dew from the side view mirrors. About 10-15 minutes later I hear a very loud pop inside the truck. It turns out my rear driver side window was completely exploded/shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11703418","quote_1_text":"Loses power steering when vehicle is low speed or stopped. Same details as safety recall 14743 for 2015 gmc sierra","quote_2_odi":"11536977","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and making a turn, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. A message indicating power steering failure was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11475806","quote_3_text":"I started the truck and did not have power steering. If this would have happened while driving it could have been very dangerous. Why is this not a factory recall?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning message","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11498119","quote_1_text":"Service Trailer Brake System warning keeps coming on every time I start my truck","quote_2_odi":"11482341","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the warning message \"Service Trailer Brake System\" was displayed along with an audible warning chime although no trailer was being towed","quote_3_odi":"11464196","quote_3_text":"Trailer brake service alarm. Replaced module under stair tire and dash board. Still in alarm, internet says it’s a common problem with wiring harness failure. Many others have some problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission slip, hard shifting, torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":810,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11630788","quote_1_text":"On 12/11/24 I had exited I95N, While traveling down the exit ramp I felt my truck buck, upon the light changing I went to accelerate and the truck transmission slipped and barely got into first gear. I again came to another traffic light and the transmission did the same thing","quote_2_odi":"11538225","quote_2_text":"Transmission was shuddering and slipping and then completely went out. Would not engage any of the gears. This happened while driving through the mountains without towing anything","quote_3_odi":"11648765","quote_3_text":"I believe the torque converter failed and resulted in the transmission starting to fail. It still goes down the road but shudders when slowly gaining speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11756191","quote_1_text":"The vehicle stopped dead in traffic and would not restart. No warning lights. This is a huge safety hazard. Had to be towed to a dealership. The dealership and other diesel shops said the issue is a known catastrophic CP4 fuel pump failure. The fuel pump shreds and metal","quote_2_odi":"11712198","quote_2_text":"Engine has developed a serious lifter / cam issue. dealer identified it as a result of Displacement on Demand design. Total engine replacement recommended by dealer but since the mileage on that vehicle is over 100,000 warranty, the repair is not covered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and body corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11740687","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that she had noticed the frame had rusted in two places. No warning lights were illuminated. The local dealer was contacted, who confirmed there were no open recalls. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11756538","quote_2_text":"Paint is failing and delaminating from both rear doors around windows and also the truck bed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-low-speed-brake-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11710305","quote_1_text":"While traveling at low speeds in parking lots and in the operation of parking, my 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 gets a hard brake pedal that goes to the floor but I have no brakes. I almost hit a person in a local grocery store parking lot, at the bank driving up to the ATM, and I almost","quote_2_odi":"11205791","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK AT SLOW SPEED GOING FORWARD OR IN REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window shatter after defroster activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11702181","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while idling in the drive-through at a pharmacy, the contact noticed smoke coming from the rear window, and the rear window shattered. The contact stated that the defroster was activated at the time of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11701194","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that her husband remote started the vehicle. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the defrosters automatically activated. The vehicle warmed up for approximately 2 to 3 minutes. The contact stated that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-steering-play","label":"Steering wheel play and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11399983","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE SLOP AND UNCONTROLLABLE, UNINTENDED STEERING SHIFTS CAUSING VEHICLE TO UNEXPECTEDLY AND SUDDENLY VEER OUT OF LANE OF TRAVEL RELATED TO DEFECTIVE LASH ADJUSTMENT STEERING BOX","quote_2_odi":"11165611","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE STEERING PLAY. IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE IN ICY CONDITIONS AND CAN BE NOTICED DRIVING THE VEHICLE STRAIGHT UNDER ALL DRIVING CONDITIONS ON DRY OR ICY PAVEMENT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY PERFORMED SERVICE BULLETIN WORK AT MY EXPENSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2016-transmission-lurch","label":"8-speed transmission lurch and hard shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11299736","quote_1_text":"TRUCK LURCHED UNCONTROLLED FOR SEVERAL FEET WHEN PLACED IN REVERSE GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11114476","quote_2_text":"TRUCK SHIFTS REALLY HARD AND IS UNPREDICTABLE. I ALMOST DROVE THROUGH MY GARAGE DOOR THE OTHER DAY SHIFTING TO DRIVE FROM REVERSE. TRUCK WILL LUNGE FORWARD OR DELAY IN SHIFTING. THERE HAVE BEEN A FEW TIMES I'VE HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES BEFORE I BACKED INTO SOMETHING. I HAVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-ac-condenser-leak","label":"A/C condenser weld leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11527803","quote_1_text":"A/c just immediately went hot while driving. There is a crack in the condenser weld on the upper right front drivers side","quote_2_odi":"11607966","quote_2_text":"Took by auto shop and they discovered the welds to the top driver side of the condenser were in question and ruptured causing a Freon leak","quote_3_odi":"11480033","quote_3_text":"After a little research online, I found there are numerous Sierra owners experiencing the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-afm-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"AFM lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11711990","quote_1_text":"6.2L lifter failure camshaft destroyed. Complete top end rebuild cost me $8500. Same problem as the previous recall","quote_2_odi":"11655335","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was taken to a shop and it has been determined that the passenger side lifters and rollers have sized due to the active fuel management system","quote_3_odi":"11668036","quote_3_text":"Lifters and rollers failed. Vehicle is at a repair facility and it has been confirmed that the rollers on the cam seized causing metal shavings to build up in the oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-low-speed-brake-assist-loss","label":"Loss of brake assist at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11471553","quote_1_text":"Loss of power assist at slow speed when backing or going forward. This has happened several times since I have had the vehicle. Brake pedal is very hard to press and vibrates","quote_2_odi":"11516026","quote_2_text":"Brakes intermittently quit working at slow speeds. Sometimes while pushing on the brake pedal, the brakes don't respond, I have to increase the force placed on brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11505127","quote_3_text":"Low speed brake assist failure in traffic.. Caused me to bump the person in front of me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss during low-speed turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11488046","quote_1_text":"The power steering failed on three different occasions, all while making a low speed turns. Two of the times it was only a matter of a half a second or so, but the most recent time it failed and I couldn't steer my truck at all and I almost got in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11492937","quote_2_text":"While making a quick left hand turn at low speed, steering wheel suddenly locked, all lights and electrical went out and engine died. This left me stuck in a busy intersection with no lights","quote_3_odi":"11667029","quote_3_text":"WHILE REVERSING AT LOW SPEED, THE POWER STEERING FAILED. I STOPPED THE TRUCK, TURNED OFF THE ENGINE, WAITED 15 SECONDS, AND RESTARTED THE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-rear-window-defroster-shatter","label":"Rear sliding window shattering during defroster use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11715880","quote_1_text":"While using the rear defrost my daughter smelled burning. Moments after the smell the rear window exploded","quote_2_odi":"11653595","quote_2_text":"Rear defroster failure. The rear defroster was turned on causing smoke to appear from the power sliding rear window, then the rear window shattered causing glass to fly into the backseat and truck bed","quote_3_odi":"11572868","quote_3_text":"Upon entering the truck, there was a smell of wiring/plastic burning. Smoke was coming from the bottom corner of the rear sliding window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-trailer-brake-system-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11477992","quote_1_text":"TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM ERROR COMES ON. I DONT EVEN OWN A TRAILER OR HAVE EVER TOWED A TRAILER. IT CUTS POWER MOMENTARILY AND IS VERY VERY UNSAFE","quote_2_odi":"11474000","quote_2_text":"In addition, the chime and message are non stop and very distracting and cause some components of my dashboard to be inaccessible making things more dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11478487","quote_3_text":"The service trailer brake system keeps coming on. The notification constantly alerts and it’s distracting my driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2017-transmission-shudder-hard-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11615885","quote_1_text":"8L90 transmission shudders and jolts forward at low speeds. Delayed acceleration when accelerating from a stop","quote_2_odi":"11617682","quote_2_text":"The automatic transmission occasionally slips and slams hard into gear between first and second gears, causing the truck to lunge forward when attempting to stop","quote_3_odi":"11628934","quote_3_text":"Vehicle torque converter broke internally at 76000 miles while on the highway, causing vehicle immobile while traveling at 55 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-ac-condenser-failure","label":"Air conditioning condenser failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11483250","quote_1_text":"Air conditioning condenser failed at about 48,000 miles. Seems to be a common problem that is a design defect.","quote_2_odi":"11583571","quote_2_text":"AC condenser went out on my vehicle with 100,000 miles, lots of reviews online stating this is a known problem but yet there is no recall. Torch Converter going out at 80,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-brake-pedal-effort-assist","label":"Brake pedal effort increase and Service Brake Assist alert","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11454412","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the assist brake warning light was illuminated and the contact had to depress the brake pedal to the floor to stop the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where…","quote_2_odi":"11447060","quote_2_text":"While driving parking lot speeds, when I pressed the brake pedal, it was very very difficult to push causing me to nearly rear end the car in front of me. This happened intermittently during a short time frame (5 minutes). While standing on the brake pedal hoping to stop in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-engine-lifter-afm-failure","label":"Engine lifter collapse and AFM system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11647578","quote_1_text":"Lifters failed and damaged engine at 68000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11663349","quote_2_text":"Lifter when bad during engine start up. (known issue)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11743173","quote_1_text":"Power steering went out for 2-3 seconds as I was making a turn into a street , this happened twice to be exact","quote_2_odi":"11756121","quote_2_text":"Head gasket failure and overheating. After fixed, power steering has just failed during driving. Will have to have it towed to shop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning message","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11466910","quote_1_text":"SERVICE TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM - warning","quote_2_odi":"11447033","quote_2_text":"Im getting a service trailer brake system soon message on dash.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2018-transmission-shudder-hard-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11683980","quote_1_text":"Transmission shutters when going over 50mph","quote_2_odi":"11544253","quote_2_text":"Transmission shudder at different speeds while driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2019-62l-l87-engine-seizure-loss-of-propulsion","label":"6.2L L87 engine seizure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 662 total)","source_complaint_count":662,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11725116","quote_1_text":"This truck is equipped with the 6.2L L87 and the motor seized up and shut off with no dash light warning and i stalled and rolled over a curb! This is very dangerous and now i have to pay 10k out of Pocket for an engine replacement! Truck has low miles this is unacceptable and…","quote_2_odi":"11711864","quote_2_text":"I have the L87- 6.2 V8 and my crankshaft bearings burned up at highway speeds and the truck shut down. The is a massive recall on this engine for this reason but does not include the 2019 model and it most definitely should. The issue started in 2019 (not 2021).","quote_3_odi":"11723512","quote_3_text":"Engine shut off while driving and steering wheel wouldn’t let me turn and I drove up on a curb into someone’s yard , There should be a recall on these trucks with the 6.2L in the year 2019, this is very dangerous I could of injured myself on injured someone else. This needs to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2019-engine-oil-cooler-line-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler line leak at crimp joint","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 662 total)","source_complaint_count":662,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11711928","quote_1_text":"ENGINE COOLER LINE DETACHED FROM CRIMP CAUSING ENGINE TO DRAIN OIL RAPIDLY AND ENGINE SEIZED. THE OIL PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE TRUCK WAS IMMEDIATELY SHUT DOWN (WITHIN 10 SECONDS). WE WERE PUT AT RISK BECAUSE WE TRIED TO COAST OUT OF TRAFFIC AND PARK IT ON A…","quote_2_odi":"11718326","quote_2_text":"For the past month I have noticed my truck has been dripping oil, I pulled the shield off and saw my engine oil cooler lines leaking at the crimp points. I’ve seen GM put out customer satisfaction notice but when I tried to have the dealership fix mine they said mine is covered…","quote_3_odi":"11702217","quote_3_text":"Engine oil cooler lines leaking from crimp joints. \"Oil Pressure Low Turn Vehicle Off\" display showed on dashboard. Oil is present all over the bottom of my truck as well as a trail along the road and the parking lot where I parked it. I have not brought it to the dealership…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2019-excessive-oil-consumption-low-oil-pressure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and low oil pressure warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 662 total)","source_complaint_count":662,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11705917","quote_1_text":"FOR THE LAST YEAR i BURN BETWEEN 2 - 3 QUARTS OF OILL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES. DEALER KEEPS TELLING ME THIS OS NORMAL. I KNOW IT IS NOT NORMAL AND I'M AFRAID OF ENGING FAILURE WHILE ENGINEERING RECALL IS IN PROCESS","quote_2_odi":"11700313","quote_2_text":"Informant system tells me that the engine oil is low every time right at about 1,000 miles after I change the oil. There have been times where the engine has hesitated to accelerate shortly after receiving the message. I've taken truck to be serviced with no oil leaks found. I…","quote_3_odi":"11696942","quote_3_text":"I keep getting low oil warning even after oil change","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2019-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 662 total)","source_complaint_count":662,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696920","quote_1_text":"Engine Failure. 1. The lifter in cylinder 5 failed (dropped) this prompted me to bring the truck in initially. 2. Upon further inspection all the cam bearings were scored and out of spec. Waited 4 months for an engine replacement from GM. Eventually I cut my losses and sent the…","quote_2_odi":"11696751","quote_2_text":"The engine started making ticking sounds, then the check engine light came on on and it began running very rough. GMC dealer replaced camshaft, all 16 lifters and guides and one bent push rod. The repair (not including transportation - I had to leave in GallupNM when I was…","quote_3_odi":"11687607","quote_3_text":"Our GMC engine with VIN# above needs to be recalled due to the failed Active Fuel Management (AFM) lifter which resulted in misfire’s & engine failure. GMC's defective lifters create a safety concern due to potential engine stalling and power loss while driving, which can lead…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2019-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder, hard shifting, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 662 total)","source_complaint_count":662,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733059","quote_1_text":"Shuddering, slipping, then lost all gears. Unable to put in reverse, drive, or low. Repair shop says the transmission needs replacement. Pump and torque converter issues. Vehicle has excellent maintenance and only 84k miles.","quote_2_odi":"11682574","quote_2_text":"My truck is currently experiencing shuddering when driving. This happens at random times but is becoming more frequent. I have taken it into service shops on numerous occasions, and they have not been able to identify the cause due to my truck not exhibiting these conditions…","quote_3_odi":"11698576","quote_3_text":"Transmission problem I have had 3 transmission replacement. I was told that these trucks have a faulty transmission from the sales representative to the mechanics. After these transmission replacement now I have an engine problem where the lifters need to be replaced and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2020-62l-l87-engine-seizure-loss-of-propulsion","label":"6.2L L87 engine seizure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 554 total)","source_complaint_count":554,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11733360","quote_1_text":"I took my 2020 GMC Sierra in for an oil change. The engine seized when it the technician tried to restart the car. We had it towed to GMC where they confirmed the engine seized. The oil repair shop then replaced the engine and when doing so confirmed the original threw a rod…","quote_2_odi":"11696307","quote_2_text":"Rod bearings spun and engine locked up while driving 70mph on the freeway. I was in traffic, and had to work my way over and off to the shoulder of the road. The engine was diagnosed and replaced by Hiley GMC at a cost of nearly $5,000 out of my pocket. This was at…","quote_3_odi":"11712108","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact disabled the stop-to-start feature, and the failure ceased. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2020-excessive-oil-consumption-engine-ticking","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine ticking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 554 total)","source_complaint_count":554,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700312","quote_1_text":"The engine failed and started burning oil at a rate of 3 quarts every two weeks. The vehicle is currently at the GMC dealership having the engine rebuilt at a cost of over 15,000. The vehicle has approx. 116,000 miles at time of failure, so it is outside of the manufacturers…","quote_2_odi":"11718471","quote_2_text":"My engine is projecting a ticking sound. Oil consumption is extreme.","quote_3_odi":"11708245","quote_3_text":"Bought the truck less than four months ago and as of yesterday it consumed a substantial quantity of oil and later refill. However today it made a noticeable noise until it shut off permanently. Dealer did not disclose this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2020-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 554 total)","source_complaint_count":554,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11697009","quote_1_text":"I experienced lifter and camshaft failure on my 2020 GMC Sierra equipped with the 6.2L V8 engine at approximately 72,000 km. GMC denied warranty coverage as my factory warranty had expired only four months earlier. The repair cost me nearly $10,000 out of pocket. My vehicle has…","quote_2_odi":"11734729","quote_2_text":"On 6/27/22 my 2020 gmc sierra 1500 at4 6.2L had lifter failure. The dealer fixed that problem and on 7/1/22 again has lifter failure. The dealer fixed that problem again. On 7/13/22 a third time engine had lifter failure again. I requested they need a different engine to be…","quote_3_odi":"11705821","quote_3_text":"Fuel management system caused a lifter to fail (stuck) which resulted in camshaft damage at 77,611 miles. GM refused to cover the repair, although there is a pending class action lawsuit against GM for this very issue. Truck was repaired at a GM dealership - Sunrise…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2020-power-steering-loss-ground-strap","label":"Power steering loss from ground strap corrosion","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 554 total)","source_complaint_count":554,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742790","quote_1_text":"- THE GROUND STRAP CORRODED AND BROKE APART. YES, I HAVE THE GROUND CABLE THAT FAILED, IF NEEDED FOR INSPECTION. - YES!!! THE TRUCK'S STEERING KEPT GOING IN AND OUT OF MANUAL STEERING AND THE ENGINE REDUCED IN SPEED ALLOWED, AND THEN THE ENGINE CUT OUT ON ME COMPLETELY - WHILE…","quote_2_odi":"11739135","quote_2_text":"A known problem with these trucks is ground strap failure. I was driving and all the sudden lost power steering which almost caused an accident. There is a customer satisfaction program N252515590 that covers 2019-2024 trucks but mine was not included in this for some reason. I…","quote_3_odi":"11687856","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that upon start the vehicle, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The messages “Service Power Steering”, “Power Steering Disabled” were displayed, and ESC warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2020-transmission-rear-wheel-lockup-valve-body","label":"Transmission rear wheel lock-up and valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 554 total)","source_complaint_count":554,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11662873","quote_1_text":"Transmission valve control system malfunctioned, causing rear wheels to lock up at high speeds, in turn causing tires to skid out. This issue almost caused me to loose control of the vehicle, potentially endangering the safety of myself and others near me at the time. This is…","quote_2_odi":"11671648","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 30 MPH, the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle skidded to a complete stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the…","quote_3_odi":"11720842","quote_3_text":"Vehicle is shifting hard when switching gears. Typical with the recall and the valve body being the issue. Dealership is saying it is not covered by recall.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-coolant-control-valve","label":"3.0L Duramax engine coolant control valve","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735786","quote_1_text":"Coolant control valve not working correctly exhaust fan on high all the time but is never overheating this has been going on for a week it shows there is a 150000 mile warranty on it but not for mine","quote_2_odi":"11729967","quote_2_text":"I have a 2021 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 3.0L diesel pickup truck with 98,500 miles. The coolant control valve failed on my vehicle and for some reason it is not covered under GM's special bulletin that covers this part 15yr/150,000. Ridiculous.","quote_3_odi":"11717579","quote_3_text":"Had a P1098 code. The truck was diagnosed by a certified technician. Found to have a failing coolant control valve. GM has issued special coverage for this known failure. Special coverage is not including the VIN for this truck although it falls in the criteria for model, year,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-engine-failure","label":"6.2L V8 engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11717252","quote_1_text":"Engine failure without any warning. Car maintenance was kept up-to-date.","quote_2_odi":"11741277","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic engine failure the connecting rod went through the block. It is my understanding that Defective Components: Manufacturing defects in the connecting rods and crankshafts can reduce oil film strength, leading to severe wear, metal debris, and catastrophic engine…","quote_3_odi":"11722817","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road and engine shut off and would not start back. Had it towed to dealer and it needed a motor replacement. Waited over a month for the shop to finish it. New motor has 3k miles on it and is making noise, transmission is stuttering hard and the air conditioning…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11713209","quote_1_text":"The oil consumption is abnormal and burns almost 2.5 to 3 quarts between oil changes. This can be a heavy risk to the engine if I don’t check on it every couple weeks. I don’t think after the price I’ve paid for this truck that I should have this concern and this should not be…","quote_2_odi":"11715607","quote_2_text":"Burns excessive amounts of oil between oil changes.All cars were covered under the g.M recall mine fell, one month behind.But this motor is the exact motor that has been recalled to put in a heavier weight oil.Please expand the recall.So my truck can go in.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11727719","quote_1_text":"Loss of steering, erratic steering control. Steering locks up","quote_2_odi":"11686554","quote_2_text":"My power steering completely failed. This is a safety issue and could have caused bodily harm. I have looked on line and I am not the only one with this issue, and as I investigated it shows that this issue was recall situation on earlier models. My truck is currently in the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-tailgate-water-intrusion","label":"Electric tailgate opening when wet","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11722653","quote_1_text":"Rear tailgate on my 2021 Sierra opens or drops when wet. This seems to only happen in a heavy rain or after a truck wash. This problem has been recognized by the manufacturer and the dealer. There is no warning other than the constant clicking of the electric switch allowing the…","quote_2_odi":"11709304","quote_2_text":"Muti pro tailgate has electric issues due to moisture. Tailgate will open up driving down the road.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2021-transmission-shudder","label":"10-speed transmission shudder and valve body","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 557 total)","source_complaint_count":557,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721466","quote_1_text":"Per GMC dealership, this vehicle suffered a Transmission valve body failure and they are recommending replacement of the entire transmission.","quote_2_odi":"11722047","quote_2_text":"With the cruise set at 55-60 mph the Rpms will jump, along with a slight shudder feeling. Cruise control has turned off a few times due to this. Cruise set at 25mph and would shudder/lunge forward. Torque converter is showing it’s slipping and will need replaced. No check engine…","quote_3_odi":"11740118","quote_3_text":"The truck has a studder that comes from the transmission when at highway speeds. the studder can be felt at random intervals (seconds) from all passengers. The studder is also present on starting up a slope or accelerating from a stop at a slow pace. when accelerating slowly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2022-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11638150","quote_1_text":"I am on my third 6.2L engine at 80k miles due to engine failure. It is absolutely ridiculous and is a safety issue for sure. It has left me stranded twice. And now GM is giving me a hard time about not wanting to cover it under warranty.","quote_2_odi":"11658248","quote_2_text":"Major engine failure with substantial loss of power while towing 24ft camp trailer. New engine has been installed. I was told by dealership that it was failure of engine bearings and connecting rods. They had seen a few similar cases","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2022-grille-trim-separation","label":"Grille trim separating at speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11629192","quote_1_text":"Upper trim piece of grill broke off while traveling down roar at 60mph. Part struck my windshield and flew over cab of vehicle and impacted the vehicle traveling behind me. Could've caused a much more serious accident!","quote_2_odi":"11622729","quote_2_text":"As I was driving down the road the front upper lip of my grill blew off and hit my windshield and then flew into car behind me. Looked online and this is a very common theme with GMC built in 2021 & 2022.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2022-tailgate-opens-on-its-own","label":"Tailgate opening on its own","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11710984","quote_1_text":"Setting in a parking lot and the tailgate fell open and hit another car. The tailgate was closed and has fell open 3 more times while the vehicle is in park and one time it was powered off.","quote_2_odi":"11707185","quote_2_text":"Tailgate opened on its own while driving, creating a safety hazard where items inside could have fallen out. The tailgate was secured prior to driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure without warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11661593","quote_1_text":"Complete transmission failure without warning, resulting in loss of power. Vehicle has been maintained meticulously by the book. There were no warning lights or CEL before or during failure.","quote_2_odi":"11719590","quote_2_text":"Transmission locked up after leaving a stop sign. Rear wheels locked and vehicle was inoperable. Dealership repaired with replacement transmission valve body parts under warranty.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11754418","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel shut off without warning. The vehicle was restarted, and the panel remained blank with white streaks across the screen","quote_2_odi":"11735336","quote_2_text":"Digital Dash cluster lost all communication and only has backlight, no speed, fuel gauges, anything what so ever","quote_3_odi":"11674179","quote_3_text":"The entire instrument panel is blacked out. I can not see the speed, how much fuel and no waring lights etc","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-engine-failure","label":"6.2L V8 engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11752365","quote_1_text":"Complete engine failure while driving on a highway. While cruise was set, the truck emitted a sound and sensation like we had run over something on the highway. Within a few minutes the engine started ticking","quote_2_odi":"11726902","quote_2_text":"Our truck had just passed 60,000 miles when the engine seized. The recall procedure was completed in January, and the engine passed the test at that time","quote_3_odi":"11713638","quote_3_text":"2023 GMC SIERRA DENALI ULTIMATE 1500 WITH 6.2 V8 AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS 65 MPH THE CAR LOST PROPULSION AND SAID IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. CAR WOULDN'T SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE. BARELY MADE IT OFF THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Engine stall traced to fuel pump control module","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11707207","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled out, lost power, left me stranded on side of road. No warning, check engine lights or any other inclination prior. Turn out to be fuel pump control module","quote_2_odi":"11714981","quote_2_text":"Engine shut off on the interstate with no warning. Would not re-start. Forced to cross lanes on traffic with no engine power or power steering","quote_3_odi":"11681239","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power, decelerated, and shut off unintendedly. The vehicle was later restarted and driven to the residence before stalling a second time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-grille-deflector-detach","label":"Upper grille deflector detaching at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11753825","quote_1_text":"The front grille bezel mounting clips broke and it started to fly off while driving on the highway. Luckily, I was able to pull over before the last clip broke and took it off before it became a spear flying at the cars behind me","quote_2_odi":"11745871","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the front grill deflector was ejected from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, and the contact was informed that the deflector needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11686343","quote_3_text":"The upper part of the grill detached on my 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 while going 65mph on the higway. The part is about 4 inches wide by 6 ft long. People behind me in traffic were swerving and dodging to avoid hitting it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11719989","quote_1_text":"After 5000 miles between oil changes, the engine had burned enough oil to have no oil in the dipstick. This equals at least 3 quarts oil if a 7 quart capacity. The dealership states this truck burns a quart to quart and a half every 2000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11723825","quote_2_text":"Engine with leas than 40,000 miles is consuming one (1) quat of oil every 2,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11714986","quote_3_text":"Engine losing 60% to 50% of its oil capacity at 5000-6000 miles with 40-50% life left in the vehicles built in maintenance minder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-onstar-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics module loss of function","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11732008","quote_1_text":"OnStar module failed. Unable to fix and needs replaced. Thousands of other individuals having same issue","quote_2_odi":"11702395","quote_2_text":"The Telemetry/OnStar unit stopped working on my 2023 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. This renders the OnStar unit unusable for both data and calling OnStar","quote_3_odi":"11689965","quote_3_text":"The Onstar system and Wifi connectivity stopped working over a week ago. The vehicle is less than two-years old, but it had three recalls which we took it in for this past week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-rear-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera blank or unavailable display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11730376","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera displayed a black image, and a message advising that the rearview camera was unavailable, was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11726558","quote_2_text":"The rear vision safety camera failed. A Red Triangle with a camera icon appeared on the infotainment screen when the vehicle was put in reverse","quote_3_odi":"11716565","quote_3_text":"The vehicle camera camera system is sometimes not available at startup and will not reset until the vehicle is allowed to sit for several hours","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2023-valve-body-shudder","label":"Transmission valve body shudder and rear wheel lock-up","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":428,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11708577","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway at 60mph while towing a travel trailer and the rear tires briefly locked up, the check engine light came on with an explanation mark (!) and the dash displaying a major warning","quote_2_odi":"11730979","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road at 55 mph on 4/12/2026 and had let off the gas for a 45 mph zone when I experienced a violent downshift of the transmission that squealed the tires momentarily and felt like someone had hit me from behind","quote_3_odi":"11719403","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving in 1st and 2nd gear, the transmission was slipping, causing the vehicle to jerk. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the valve body needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2024-aebs-unintended-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without detected hazard","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05-14 → 2026-04-10","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11705288","quote_1_text":"My truck braked for a vehicle that was parked on the side of the road. This vehicle was not in my lane or hazardous in any way. I was traveling at highway speed 55 mph and truck braked to 30 mph approximately with no pre warning this has not happened before or after.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2024-engine-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"L87 engine recall remedy unavailable or delayed","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-06-14 → 2026-07-01","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11747646","quote_1_text":"The dealer has advised that the repair has been escalated through GM's SPAC (Service Parts Assistance Center) process because a replacement engine is not available. General Motors has also confirmed there is currently no estimated delivery date or estimated completion date for the repair.","quote_2_odi":"11680639","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact attempted to notify the dealer about the issue, but received an automated message that referred the contact to a website…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-2024-front-grille-deflector-detachment","label":"Front upper grille deflector detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-05-28 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751734","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed in normal traffic, the upper front grill deflector detached from the vehicle and struck the windshield, cracking the windshield. This appears consistent with the defect that is the subject of Safety Recall N24290120.","quote_2_odi":"11725704","quote_2_text":"While driving 65mph in my 2024 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate on Interstate 270 in Hilliard, Ohio my chrome grill deflector just flew off and hit my windshield. It then went over my truck and almost caused a major accident with the cars and semi-trucks behind me. I was lucky to maintain control of my own vehicle!","quote_3_odi":"11738347","quote_3_text":"The front upper grille deflector detached and hit my windshield and bounced off behind me during a drive at normal highway speeds. This created a random flying debris object that appears to have been a problem with the 2022 and later Sierra 1500 models; however, the recall only appears to address the 2022 model.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-backup-camera-dark-at-night","label":"Rearview camera image too dark at night","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11664238","quote_1_text":"The backup camera on the new 2025 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 is not displaying a visible picture at night. During the day time, the picture is clear. At night, you cannot see nearly anything","quote_2_odi":"11663238","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R) at night, the rear-view camera image was very dark, creating a hazard while reversing","quote_3_odi":"11693732","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is not usable at night, you cannot see anything on the camera unless it is a brightly it area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-driveline-shudder","label":"Driveline vibration and shudder at cruising speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756673","quote_1_text":"Truck vibrates at speeds from 25-45 mph while maintaining speed","quote_2_odi":"11701927","quote_2_text":"Intermittent shudder at 25-55 mph under light throttle (rumble-strip feel); 5-6 dealer attempts failed due to non-duplication; GMC corporate (case # 82769068] refused escalation","quote_3_odi":"11693164","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has a vibration and stuttering feel during highway driving. Cruise between 70-75 has off and on again vibration is seat, steering wheel, and center console","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-driver-assist-false-braking","label":"Driver assistance false braking and fault warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748748","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control has twice unexpectedly applied the brakes with sufficient force to result in a minor whiplash situation of a sore neck","quote_2_odi":"11718850","quote_2_text":"Car flashes \"service driver assist system\". Took to dealer and they referenced PIT6455 which states GM is still investigating the issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure with knocking and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753415","quote_1_text":"Engine started making a loud knocking noise and it sounded like the engine was about to throw a rod. Turned engine off and called GM. Vehicle was towed to dealership and it was diagnosed with a thrust bearing failure. My truck only had 14k miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11719889","quote_2_text":"2025 GMC Sierra 6.2 L V8 engine failed by locking up or seizing. Heard pinging / knocking sounds while driving 3 miles from my home to the dealer. Engine shut off without warning, vehicle shifted to Neutral. Coasted to a stop, attempted to restart the engine, would only crank","quote_3_odi":"11711558","quote_3_text":"Driving at highway speed engine lost most power (limp mode), was able to get to an exit at low speed with flashers on but was creating a hazard on busy interstate. Dealer diagnosed truck needs new 3.0 liter duramax engine per GM TSB 25-NA-307, bad thrust bearing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-interior-audio-loss","label":"Loss of interior audio including warning chimes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11695335","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will loose all interior audio to include stereo, turn signals, and all other audio safety features for several hours at a time. GMC has done three repairs and still no resolution","quote_2_odi":"11734260","quote_2_text":"Got in started Truck and there is no Sound anywhere... none for blinkers, radio, warning lights if there to be any. ZERO sounds","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-propulsion-loss","label":"Loss of propulsion with warning messages while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746696","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed, my 2025 GMC Sierra suddenly began slowing down without warning and lost propulsion. When I pressed the accelerator, there was no acceleration response","quote_2_odi":"11674120","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway at 70 MPH, the truck experienced a harsh transmission shift followed by a sudden loss of acceleration and entered shutdown mode to protect the engine","quote_3_odi":"11701346","quote_3_text":"While driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic, my vehicle suddenly lost all engine power, the accelerator became unresponsive and the dash indicated \"press start\". There were no warning lights, no messages, and no prior symptoms before the failure occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-shift-out-of-park","label":"Uncommanded shift out of Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11669746","quote_1_text":"Truck was in \"Park\" idling for 20 minutes when it went from Park to \"Reverse\" on its own. A person sitting in a dump truck saw the backup lights on my truck come on and the truck started backing towards his truck. My truck hit his truck causing damage to my left rear bumper","quote_2_odi":"11656822","quote_2_text":"2025 GMC Sierra 1500 shifted from Park to Drive uncommanded, accelerated uphill, and crashed while idling, keyfob outside of vehicle, March 2025","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"sierra-1500-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11731660","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety issue involving unintended acceleration in my vehicle. The vehicle accelerates unexpectedly without driver input (specifically without pressing the “resume” function), requiring immediate braking to regain control","quote_2_odi":"11666790","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while driving approximately 4 MPH and turning left into a parking spot, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed","quote_3_odi":"11711411","quote_3_text":"Cruise control activates at speeds below 2 mph which frequently happens while turning or parking. The cruise control activates by a toggle on the left spoke of the steering wheel which can be easily bumped while doing low speed maneuvers like parking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-adas-false-activation","label":"Driver assistance system false activation and shutdown","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11712904","quote_1_text":"GMC SUPER CRUISE MALFUNCTION NO WARNING BEFORE SUPERCRUISE SHUTS OFF PASSING A CAR ON FOUR LANE HIGHWAY (SUPER CRUISE ENABLED) SUPER CRUISE SHUT OFF AND TRUCK CONTINUED HEADING FOR THE CENTER GAURD RAIL.(I CAUGHT IT BEFORE IT BECAME AN INCIDENT). SUPER CRUISE ABRUPTLY SHUTS OFF…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-audio-backup-warning-loss","label":"Audio system and back-up warning sound loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748779","quote_1_text":"No sound at different times. No way to reset issue. TSB issued May 14, 2026 for known issue. As of July 6, no estimate on repair. Blinkers make no sounds, Onstar can call but you cannot hear them. In event of accident, no communication.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-duramax-thrust-bearing","label":"3.0L Duramax thrust bearing failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11708994","quote_1_text":"3.0 Duramax Engine Failure - 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali Ultimate at just 6,755 miles and only 77 days of ownership. Within the first few thousand miles, the truck intermittently had warnings appear of “reduced acceleration, drive with care”. The truck would limit its ability to…","quote_2_odi":"11712398","quote_2_text":"2026 GMC Sierra Elevation X31 with 3.0 Duramax Diesel engine, 132-miles, thrust bearing 1.53-mm out of tolerance requiring engine and turbo replacement. Engine build date 25219 (07 AUG 2025), vehicle assembly date August 2025, purchased 10 OCT 2025, entered service for engine…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11742370","quote_1_text":"I bought a brand new 2026 1500 GMC sierra AT4X and after 1,800 miles the engine seized and failed.","quote_2_odi":"11693972","quote_2_text":"I do not have an official communication from the dealer who is servicing my vehicle. However, they have had my vehicle for almost 3 weeks and they tell me that the engine has failed and needs complete replacement. They said the engine lost compression and quit running, it now…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-l87-v8-bearing-failure","label":"6.2L L87 V8 engine bearing failure and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748047","quote_1_text":"Sudden catastrophic engine failure with only 6000 miles on vehicle on May 26, 2026. 2026 GMC Sierra 1500 AT4X with known defective 6.2L L87 V8. Had to coast across three lanes of traffic to get to other median as highway location was on large curve. Someone very easily could…","quote_2_odi":"11726573","quote_2_text":"MY 2026 GMC Sierra AT4 1500 6.2 L87 engine had a catastrophic failure with only 3347 miles. It stalled twice while driving home, when pulling into my driveway it stalled a third time and would not start after that. Before having my vehicle towed to the Dealer from my home I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure and pedal malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11723734","quote_1_text":"I was out one day for lunch and my brakes stopped working on my truck. I had the truck towed after I limped home in it. The master cylinder failed at 4,200 miles causing the brakes to fail. It was replaced by the dealership.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 1500","model_slug":"sierra-1500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2026-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and harsh gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11738215","quote_1_text":"Transmission Cooler line blew out","quote_2_odi":"11711300","quote_2_text":"26’ GMC Sierra 1500 AT4 3.0l Duramax experiencing Harsh shifting occurring sporadically while accelerating and deceleration. More frequent and severe during quick deceleration. Severe clunking/rear wheel lock up while reversing. Very repeatable. Truck was a dealer demo and had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/sierra-1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10716783","quote_1_text":"DURING A CRASH AT HIGH SPEEDS AND FRONTAL IMPACT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS LIFE FLIGHTED TO THE HOSPITAL AND SUFFERED LIFE ALTERING INJURIES. MY 2 KIDS WERE ALSO IN THE VEHICLE AND SUSTAINED INJURIES WHICH THEY ARE STILL BEING TREATED FOR","quote_2_odi":"10611011","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE DRIVER FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED FRACTURED RIBS AND A CRACKED STERNUM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-brake-performance","label":"Brake pedal pulsing and non-engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10622004","quote_1_text":"DEALER STATES THAT THE BRAKE MODULAR AND PLUG ARE NO GOOD. THE COST OF THE REPAIR WOULD BE $1200.00. THE SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10485868","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT ANY SPEED WHEN APPLYING LIGHT TO MEDIUM BRAKE PEDAL (AS IF SLOWING TO EXIT INTERSTATE HIGHWAY) BRAKES BEGIN TO PULSE. IT FEELS AS IF ITS IN THE REAR BRAKE. TAKEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THEY HAVE REPLACED THE SHOES AND DRUMS TWICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-dash-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11342474","quote_1_text":"DASH HAS CRACKED IN A GARAGE KEPT DENALI. IT IS UNSIGHTLY AND SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11132673","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES. THE VEHICLE IS GARAGE KEPT WHEN NOT IN USE. I AM CONCERNED THAT DASHBOARD PIECES MAY INJURE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGERS DURING A VEHICLE ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10824959","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE - CHROME IS PEELING EDGES ARE SHARP CUT HAND OPENING DOOR","quote_2_odi":"10650997","quote_2_text":"IN DECEMBER 2013 THE PASSENGER EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE CAME OFF & A FEW DAYS LATER EXTERIOR DRIVER BACK DOOR HANDLE CAME OFF. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE BOTH HANDLES UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-electrical-fire","label":"Vehicle fire from electrical system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10695478","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHORTLY AFTER PARKING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE","quote_2_odi":"10574304","quote_2_text":"30 MINUTES AFTER MY WIFE PARKED OUR 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500 PICK-UP IN OUR DETACHED GARAGE, WE HEARD A BOOM AND I RAN OUTSIDE TO SEE THE GMC CAB AND HOOD ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"StabiliTrak disable with reduced engine power","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10669832","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING, DASH GAUGES BLANK. I MANAGED TO PULL OVER WITHOUT POWER BRAKES OR STEERING! AFTER A FEW MINUTES I WAS ABLE TO RESTART WITH \"REDUCED ENGINE POWER, TRACTION CONTROL OFF, AND STABILITRAC\" PROBLEMS DISPLAYED ON DASH","quote_2_odi":"10562939","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY 151 AT 70 MPH WHEN I RECEIVED A MESSAGE STATING STABILITRAK WAS DISABLED, FOLLOWED BY REDUCED ENGINE POWER MESSAGE. WITHIN SECONDS MY TRUCK WENT FROM 70 MPH TO 35 MPH WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY WITH A SEMI-TRUCK BEHIND ME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-takata-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11429310","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V050000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11055658","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V381000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2010-window-fogging","label":"Window fogging with defroster engaged","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10426294","quote_1_text":"DURING A TRIP ALONG WA HIGHWAY 2, WESTBOUND THRU STEVENS PASS, THE TEMPERATURE WAS DROPPING AS INDICATED BY THE VEHICLES OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATION. AS IT TRAVERSED FROM APPROX 42 DEGREES F TO 36 DEGREES F ALL WINDOWS FOGGED SEVERELY","quote_2_odi":"10562335","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 GMC SIERRA HAS AN ISSUE WITH THE DEFROSTER NOT DOING AN ADEQUATE JOB WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW 40 DEGREES. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO TURN ON THE A/C TO DEFROST THE WINDOWS NOR WILL IT ALLOW YOU TO TURN OFF THE RECIRCULATING AIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-dashboard-cracking-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10703335","quote_1_text":"THE DASH PANELS ON MY 2011 GMC SIERRA HAVE SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED IN 6 PLACES. 1 DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, ANOTHER DIRECTLY ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND NOW IN 4 PLACES DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO THE WINDSHIELD","quote_2_odi":"10894866","quote_2_text":"I GOT IN MY TRUCK YESTERDAY AND NOTICED A CRACK IN THE DASH AT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. THE CRACK WAS NOT THERE BEFORE. I AM CONCERNED THAT IF THE BAG DEPLOYS, THE CRACK IN THE DASH COULD BECOME A PROJECTILE OR CUT THE AIR BAG RESULTING IN A SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY","quote_3_odi":"11337209","quote_3_text":"MY DASHBOARD CRACKED BY THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG ABOUT A YEAR AGO AND NOW IT IS CRACKING ABOVE THE GAUGE PANEL. IT CRACKED THE FIRST TIME WHEN I GOT IN IT AND STARTED HOME FROM WORK.THE SECOND CRACK ABOVE THE GAUGE PANEL I HAD JUST NOTICED A WEEK AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-engine-power-loss-stall","label":"Engine power loss and stall with reduced-power warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10852316","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH MY SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL MESSAGE, SERVICE STABILITRAK MESSAGE, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, AND REDUCED ENGINE POWER MESSAGE CAME ON. THE VEHICLE STARTED RUNNING VERY ROUGH IT WOULD NOT GO ABOVE 50 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10567706","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN TO 1/2 POWER AND BEGAN TO SHAKE/VIBRATE. THE TOP SPEED THEN WAS ABOUT 40MPH. I FINALLY PULLED OVER AND READ MANUAL ON HOW TO RESET IT. IT WORKED PROPERLY THEN. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 OTHER TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10456279","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS LOSING ALL POWER TO STEERING AND BRAKING CAPABILITIES. THERE IS NO ADVANCED WARNING OF POWER LOSS, IT SIMPLY QUITS RENDERING THE DRIVER INCAPABLE OF STEERING, MOVING OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-frame-subframe-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11608925","quote_1_text":"The contact called on behalf of a Fire Department that owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while the Fire Department technician was performing a routine maintenance on the vehicle, the technician became aware that the sub frame was rusted with a hole in the sub","quote_2_odi":"10694211","quote_2_text":"SEVERE FRAME CORROSION (ALL SECTIONS OF FRAME). THE UNDERCOATING IS FLAKING OFF IN ALL SECTIONS EXPOSING BARE METAL WHICH IS RAPIDLY CORRODING THROUGHOUT THE FRAME. THE TRUCK IS IN MINT CONDITION INSIDE AND OUT OTHER THAN THIS ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11362676","quote_3_text":"TRUCK FRAME AND UNDER BODY HAVE EXCESSIVE RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-steering-wheel-seizure","label":"Steering wheel seizure and vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11053569","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND SUDDENLY FUNCTIONED AS NORMAL. THE FAILURE HAD OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"10732951","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC SIERRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND VEERED TO THE LEFT INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10390417","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC SIERRA 2500 HD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT FELT AN ABNORMAL VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHICH OCCURRED SPORADICALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11413377","quote_1_text":"NO DEALER CAN REPAIR MY TAKATA AIR BAG DUE TO GM NOT HAVING A REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABLE. I AM CONCERNED THAT NHTSA AND GM ARE NOT CONCERNED FOR MY LIFE BY HAVING THIS ISSUE OPEN FOR SO LONG AND ANSWER TO THE MANDATED REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"11056843","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE SHORTLY AFTER IT WAS ANNOUNCED ON 5/27/16. I HAVE CONTACTED MULTIPLE DEALERS NUMEROUS TIMES AND I'M ALWAYS TOLD THAT THERE'S NO REMEDY YET FROM THE MANUFACTURER. IT HAS BEEN OVER A YEAR AND A HALF, WITH NO FIX AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11018695","quote_3_text":"TAKATA INFLATOR- ELECTRIC CONNECTOR HAS FAILED. THIS HAS LEFT THE TRUCK WITH A FAILED PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-tcm-failure-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure causing limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11542446","quote_1_text":"When vehicle is warm and shut off, upon restart it will not go in to any gear, there was no warning lamps. An independent repair facility determined the Transmission Control Module was defective. General Motors has no parts available, and I know fro a fact it is a rather large","quote_2_odi":"11517195","quote_2_text":"Transmission control module put my truck in limp mode while drinking down the highway","quote_3_odi":"11544893","quote_3_text":"On or about [XXX], the Transmission Control Module, FAILED, on my 2011GMC Denali 2500 6.6 diesel. It was a KNOWN faulty part .General Motors was aware of the issue years ago. This part should have been deemed a Safety Recall item","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2011-tire-wheel-failures","label":"Tire tread separation and wheel cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11431869","quote_1_text":"While traveling at 65 mph the vehicle began to Vibrate and suddenly the tread separated and began banging against the side of the vehicle LT265/60R20E. I feel fortunate this was a rear tire and I was able to safely bring the vehicle to a stop","quote_2_odi":"10764030","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2011 GMC SIERRA 2500HD DENALI DIESEL 4X4 PICKUP TRUCK. AT 60,000 MILES ONE OF THE 20\" ALUMINUM WHEELS FAILED WITH A LARGE CRACK ON THE BACKSIDE OF THE WHEEL. I PURCHASED A NEW WHEEL AND HAD AMERICA'S TIRE REMOUNT MY TIRE","quote_3_odi":"10618140","quote_3_text":"THREE OUT OF FOUR TIRES HAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES ARE GOODYEAR WRANGLERLT265/ 60R20E1. TWO TIRES WERE REPLACED ON 2/21/2014 DUE TO SEPARATION OF LEFT REAR TIRE. WE CHOSE TO REPLACE BOTH REAR TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-airbag-recall-deployment","label":"Airbag recall delays and deployment failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11624777","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V051000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and an unknown dealer were contacted","quote_2_odi":"10640981","quote_2_text":"A MULTI-CAR COLLISION HAD OCCURRED AT A CONSIDERABLE SPEED. (SADLY A DRIVER HAD LOST A LIFE IN THIS ACCIDENT) THIS COLLISION ENTAILED A VERY LARGE COMMERCIAL TRUCK BEING HIT HEAD ON, BY A VEHICLE TRAVELING IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION","quote_3_odi":"10502079","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE DRIVER FRONT AIR BAG ERRONEOUSLY DEPLOYED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A POLE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED BUT THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-dashboard-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10948034","quote_1_text":"MULTIPLE CRACKS IN DASHBOARD WHICH COULD POTENTIALLY FLY OFF DURING AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT","quote_2_odi":"10764591","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED ABOVE THE AIR BAG HOUSING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10786479","quote_3_text":"THE DASH THAT SUPPORTS THE AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS CRACKING AND COULD POSSIBLY PUNCTURE THE AIR BAG OR SEND PARTS OF THE DASH FLYING A OCCUPANTS DURING A COLLISION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-diesel-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel fuel pump and fuel system failure while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11366632","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AT SPEED AND PASSING SLOWER TRAFFIC; ENGINE POWER FELL OFF, CHANGE FUEL FILTER NOW, ENGINE DERATE, AND CHECK ENGINE LITE, OCCURED. I HAD TO MANEUVER WITH NO POWER THROUGH THE TRAFFIC TO GET OUT OF THE TRAVEL LANES","quote_2_odi":"11123431","quote_2_text":"DRIVING EAST BOUND ON I70 COMING INTO DENVER. TRUCK SHUT OFF WITH NO WARNING AT 80MPH ON STEEP DOWNHILL GRADE CAUSING LOSS OF ALL POWER FACILITIES IN THE TRUCK. NO BRAKES, NO POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10681960","quote_3_text":"THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP CP4 HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AS I WAS DRIVING ON A HEAVILY TRAVELED FOUR LANE HIGHWAY, US RT.20. I LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-electrical-stall-wiring","label":"Electrical system stalling and wiring failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10750195","quote_1_text":"WHILE MOVING WITH TRANSMISSION IN DRIVE, THE IGNITION SWITCH CAN BE SWITCHED OFF. BY DOING SO, THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES FAIL TO FUNCTION PROPERLY. THE STEERING WHEEL WILL LOCK, NOT ALLOWING TO STEER","quote_2_odi":"10731725","quote_2_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. TOOK TRUCK TO LOCAL CHEVROLET DEALER FOR REPAIR AND THEY DISCOVERED THE WIRES HAD BEEN CHEWED THROUGH. I READ THAT GM USES PEANUT OIL ON WIRES IN ORDER TO INSTALL THEM EASIER","quote_3_odi":"10491437","quote_3_text":"APPARENTLY GM USES PEANUT OIL TO LUBRICATE WIRING SO THEY CAN MORE EASILY INSULATE, ETC (ACCORGING TO THE GM DEALER)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-tcm-powertrain-failure","label":"Transmission control module and powertrain failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11536038","quote_1_text":"While driving in the early morning hours (darkness) taking my child to school, I was navigating through a busy intersection when the vehicle surged and then made a loud metal on metal sound, feeling as if someone had struck me from behind","quote_2_odi":"11051064","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED, STALLED, AND LOST POWER. THE TRANSMISSION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10854466","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, TRUCK SHUT OFF EXCEPT FOR THE LIGHTS. LOST POWERS STEERING, BRAKES ETC. ONCE I GOT THE TRUCK PULLED OVER AND STOPPED, ATTEMPTED TO RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2012-tire-sidewall-tread-failure","label":"Tire sidewall and tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11758047","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Sierra 2500 equipped with Armstrong Tires, Tire Line: Tru Trac HT, Tire Size: 245/75/17, DOT Number: 1E6DAE022625","quote_2_odi":"10735348","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC SIERRA 2500 EQUIPPED WITH PATHFINDER LT24575R16 TIRES, SIZE: 265/70R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT AND DAMAGED THE WHEEL PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10543945","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW GMC SIERRA HD2500 SLE IN JUNE, IT CAME WITH 20\" ALLOY WHEELS AND GOODYEAR WRANGLER SRA TIRES (LT265-60R20), LOAD RANGE E. WITHIN 3 DAYS, I HAD A SIDEWALL PUNCTURE ON ONE TIRE WHILE DRIVING ON OUR RANCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy or deploying unexpectedly","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10561304","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND BECAME INVOLVED IN A SIX VEHICLE CRASH. THE CONTACT'S AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10574287","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS, I SWERVED TO MISS AN ANIMAL, TOOK THE DITCH, HIT TWO TREES, SOME BOULDERS AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 47 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11455493","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 30-35 mph, the drivers seat and both side air bags deployed without warning or impact. The contact sustained injuries to his face, experienced blurred vision and medical attention was provided","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near instrument cluster and airbag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11032958","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD BEGAN TO CRACK SEVERELY. THE LOCAL DEALER (FRANK KENT COUNTRY, 2000 E. STATE HWY 31, CORSICANA, TX 75110) WAS CONTACTED AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10898579","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD IN MY 2013 GMC SIERRA 2500HD HAS A CRACK THAT RUNS FROM THE RADIUS OF THE UPPER LEFT HAND CORNER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG TO THE FWD EDGE OF THE DASHBOARD THAT RUNS PARALLEL TO THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11122786","quote_3_text":"CRACKED DASH GOING FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG COVER TO THE DASH VENT. ALSO, THE MOUNTING BRACKET FOR THE SAMES VENT CLIP IS BROKEN CAUSING THE DASH COVER TO BOUNCE AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss during low-speed turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11114578","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER STEERING IN SLOW CONDITIONS, NORMALLY WHILE IN PARKING LOTS OR MAKING A TURN. THIS NORMALLY ONLY HAPPENS WHEN MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN. WHEN THIS OCCURS, IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO CONTINUE THE TURN OF THE WHEEL TO COMPLETE YOUR TURN","quote_2_odi":"11021860","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING GOES IN AND OUT WHEN MAKING TURNS AT LOW ENGINE RPM. HAPPENS REGULARLY WHEN TURNING INTO A PARKING SPOT IN A PARKING LOT. SOMETIMES, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY GOES OUT DURING THE TURN THAT YOU MUST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10852250","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS EXTREMELY LOOSE. WHEN DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE HEARD FROM THE STEERING COLUMN TO THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delays and dealer disputes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11528620","quote_1_text":"I called my local GMC dealer (Maxwell GMC, Round Rock, TX) in regard to the Takata Air Bag recall to get some details about the repair (e.g. length of time for repair, parts availability, etc.)","quote_2_odi":"11425535","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V053000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact called the local dealer and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11412780","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure causing loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11610040","quote_1_text":"I was hauling a load and felt a hard jolt near the transmission. The pickup went into limp mode and would not let me accelerate above 45 mph. Took it to a dealership and was told the valve body had malfunctioned","quote_2_odi":"11548158","quote_2_text":"TCM has failed and no replacement available","quote_3_odi":"11542705","quote_3_text":"Transmission Control Module failure The TCM went out one day with no warning. Sitting at a red light, the light turned green, I started to go, and got about 20 feet into the intersection when suddenly it was like my truck shifted into neutral gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"gmc-sierra-2500-2013-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and harsh shifting between gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10546914","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION ON THIS VEHICLE SLIPS SOMETIMES BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR AND ALSO WHEN PARKED ON A HILL AND PUT INTO DRIVE THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS LATE INTO 1ST GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10547613","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK AND SHIFT IN BETWEEN GEARS","quote_3_odi":"10573132","quote_3_text":"MY TRANSMISSION SLIPS BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR AT LEAST 4 TIMES A MONTH. THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT IF I CANT PROVE IT OR IF IT DOESN'T DO IT WHEN THEY DRIVE IT THEN THEY CANT PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-dash-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near the passenger airbag panel","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11555635","quote_1_text":"2014 GMC Sierra 2500HD. My dash has started to crack around the passenger airbag and driverside gauge cluster. Dash material is brittle and serves as a hazard should the airbags deploy during an accident","quote_2_odi":"11317115","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKED ADJACENT TO PASSENGER AIRBAG POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE SINCE THERE IS BRITTLE PLASTIC IN THE AREA WHERE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WOULD TAKE PLACE","quote_3_odi":"11091744","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD UNDER FRONT WINDSHIELD PRONE TO CRACKING. INITIALLY THIS WOULD SOUND LIKE IT IS ONLY A COSMETIC ISSUE. THE PROBLEM IS THAT TYPICALLY THE FIRST CRACK OCCURS AT THE FRONT/LEFT CORNER OF THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure while towing","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11460479","quote_1_text":"2014 Sierra 2500HD SN ([XXX]) Leaving on vacation towing camper with family Bosch CP4 fuel pump issue left me stranded on a HWY 9 just outside Clinton, AR which is a 2 lane HWY with no shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11458816","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a catastrophic failure of the fuel pump while towing a horse trailer on a busy state highway. This was a major safety risk because the vehicle gave no warning before it just stop working","quote_3_odi":"11045708","quote_3_text":"MY FUEL PUMP AND INJECTORS FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING, STRANDING MY TRUCK IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC RIGHT WHERE A CITY STREET WAS CHANGING TO A COUNTRY ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-headlight-illumination","label":"Inadequate low-beam and high-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10704545","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON THIS TRUCK PROVIDE INADEQUATE LIGHTING, INCLUDING BOTH LOW BEAMS AND HIGH BEAMS. ANY NIGHT DRIVING IS DIFFICULT DUE TO LIMITED VISIBILITY, THERE SIMPLY IS NOT ENOUGH ILLUMINATION TO SEE","quote_2_odi":"10653009","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS THE WORST HEADLIGHTS OF ANY NEW VEHICLE I'VE EVER OWNED. IT SEEMS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AT NIGHT, AND I AVOID IT WHERE I CAN. THE BEAM PATTERN IS AWFUL AND THE ILLUMINATION IS POOR","quote_3_odi":"10611116","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED MY 2014 GMC SIERRA NOVEMBER OF 2013. CURRENTLY I'M ON MY 9TH RECALL NOTICE. MORE IMPORTANTLY THE LIGHTING ON MY FRONT HEADLIGHTS ARE THE MOST UNSAFE LIGHTING AT NIGHT I HAVE EVER ENCOUNTERED. THE HIGH BEAMS ARE USE LESS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-highway-speed-vibration","label":"Vibration at highway speed traced to driveline or tires","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10787566","quote_1_text":"REGARDING 2014 GMC SIERRA 6 CYLINDER FULL SIZE PICKUP. VEHICLE VIBRATES AS IF RUNNING OVER RUMBLE STRIPS AT APX 1500 RPM. LOCAL GM SERVICE CENTER AND GM CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE STATED ABOVE IS NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION","quote_2_odi":"10648621","quote_2_text":"WHEN WE TOOK OUR NEW TRUCK FOR A TEST DRIVE WE NOTICED A VIBRATION. THE DEALERSHIP SUPPOSEDLY CHECKED IT OUT AND TOOK CARE OF IT. WHEN TOOK DELIVERY OF THE TRUCK AND DROVE IT HOME THE VIBRATION WAS BETTER AT A SLOWER SPEED BUT INCREASED AS THE SPEED INCREASED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or lockup at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10826039","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE. POWER STEERING PUMP FAILED MAKING THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STEER. UPON MAKING A LEFT TURN AT LOW SPEED STEERING FAILED AND COULD NOT TURN INTO MY RV RESORT ENTRANCE OFF THE MAIN ROADWAY","quote_2_odi":"11243663","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC SIERRA 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A TURN, THE STEERING LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING FOR A FEW SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"11536524","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while exiting his garage and making a right turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2014-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission stall or power loss during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11362309","quote_1_text":"THE GEAR SHIFT WENT LOOSE WHEN I STOPPED AND WENT TO PUT IT IN PARK. THEN NO ABILITY TO SHIFT OR RE-START THE TRUCK. THE CABLE BROKE AND I WAS TOLD THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10824723","quote_2_text":"THE BIGGEST PROBLEM (OUT OF MANY) THAT MAKES THIS VEHICLE UNSAFE, STRESSFUL, AND DISCOMFORTING TO DRIVE IS HOW IT WILL RANDOMLY DECIDES TO RAISE THE IDLE TO 900+ RPM (IN GEAR) AND BASICALLY DRIVES IT'S SELF","quote_3_odi":"10592945","quote_3_text":"BRAKE AND THEN ACCELERATE LOSSES POWER TRANSMISSION SLIPS. WHEN TRYING TO MERGE TO FREEWAY I BRAKE AND THEN TRY TO ACCELERATE IT LOOSES POWER TRANSMISSION SLIPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss of resistance from booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11339900","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN MY CITY AND THE BRAKES WERE FINE PRIOR. I WAS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN MY BRAKE PEDAL WAS GOING TO THE FLOOR. I COULD NOT STOP WITHIN REASON","quote_2_odi":"11500249","quote_2_text":"The contact stated her husband was driving when the vehicle in front of them applied the brakes unexpectedly, the driver depressed the brake pedal but failed to stop the vehicle due to the brake pedal being resistant/ rigid causing the vehicle to rear-end the other vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11005111","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING REVERSED WITH A TRAILER ATTACHED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO OPERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Diesel fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11418447","quote_1_text":"I was driving at approximately 40 MPH on a busy city street, I was going to be getting on the freeway where my speed would be in excess of 70MPH. Suddenly without any warning, my 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD Duramax died","quote_2_odi":"11251878","quote_2_text":"THE CP4 FUEL PUMP IMPLODED AND SENT METAL SHARDS THROUGH MY VEHICLES ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11021712","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE'S ENGINE STOPPED RUNNING WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A VERY BUSY ROAD. I LOST POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES, EVERYTHING. OTHER MOTORISTS WERE SWERVING TO AVOID ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-dim-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10924829","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE EXTREMELY DIM AND PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM VIEWING THE ROAD WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT A CRASH COULD OCCUR","quote_2_odi":"10811353","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING OF THE ROAD WHICH MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE SAFELY AT NIGHT . I HAVE TRIED TO WORK THROUGH GMC THEY CHANGED THE BULBS TO A DIFFERENT VENDOR BUT DIDN'T HELP","quote_3_odi":"10693427","quote_3_text":"THE PROJECTION STYLE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE THE ROADWAY SUFFICIENTLY ENOUGH AT NIGHT TO TRAVEL MORE THAN 30 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-highway-vibration","label":"Vibration at highway speed in steering and seat","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10934942","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10849897","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE SHAKES AT HIGHWAY SPEED. I CAN FEEL IT IN THE STEERING WHEEL, AND SEAT. VISUALLY I CAN SEE THE BED OF THE TRUCK SHAKE. THE ISSUE HAS NOT GONE AWAY","quote_3_odi":"10810811","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL AND TRUCK VIBRATES/SHAKES AND VARIOUS SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11578502","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11019176","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING INTERMITTENTLY GOES OUT ON LOW SPEED, LOW ENGINE RPM, RIGHT HAND TURNS. I HAVE HAD VEHICLE TO DEALER TO HAVE ISSUE FIXED ON MAY 16, 2017","quote_3_odi":"10611408","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING HOSE CAME OFF CAUSING A SUDDEN LOSE OF FLUID RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-rear-window-defroster-fire","label":"Rear window defroster thermal event and glass shatter","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11722449","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the defroster was activated, and there was smoke inside the vehicle before the rear glass shattered","quote_2_odi":"11489877","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road after turning on the rear window defrost. The cab of the truck filled with smoke billowing from the back seat. I pulled over and turned the truck off","quote_3_odi":"11278480","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 2500. WHEN THE CONTACT AUTO STARTED THE VEHICLE, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE REAR WINDOW AND A BURNING ODOR WAS NOTICED. THE CONTACT POWERED OFF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11496331","quote_1_text":"On November 14th, while commuting home from work, my transmission failed while I was stopped at a red light. After the light turned green, my car would not move when I pushed my foot on the gas. The engine would rev up but nothing would happen","quote_2_odi":"11581697","quote_2_text":"The truck is a 2015 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. With less than 51,000 miles, the transmission is gone due to a design flaw","quote_3_odi":"10693290","quote_3_text":"2015 GMC SIERRA 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE @ 1800 MILES. AS I WAS DECELERATING FROM APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH TO MAKE A TURN INTO A ROAD THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AS EXPECTED TO LOW GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-airbag-deer-collision","label":"Air bag non-deployment during deer collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11588953","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 64 MPH, he crashed head-on with a 350-pound deer. The deer went underneath the vehicle, and the driver ran over it with the passenger front tire. The driver's side air bag did not deploy. The air bag warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11321717","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, A DEER RAN IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING EXTREME FRONT END DAMAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEER ENDED UP UNDER THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11621956","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 45 MPH, a deer ran into the middle of the roadway and impacted the front grill and bumper. The Service Air Bag warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-brake-pedal-noise","label":"Increased brake pedal effort and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11122129","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTRA FORCE TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11279762","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, A VERY LOUD SQUEALING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE NOISE WAS SO LOUD THAT OTHER DRIVERS INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THERE WAS AN ISSUE WITH HER BRAKES. THE NOISE BEGAN EVER SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN 2016","quote_3_odi":"11451128","quote_3_text":"BRAKES MAKE A NOISE WHEN I BRAKE. I AM ONLY GOING ABOUT 25 MILES AND PRESS ON BRAKE THE BRAKES DON'T SEEM TO STOP RIGHT. THERE'S A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE OR BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-cp4-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump (CP4) failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11668022","quote_1_text":"The CP4 pump failed while driving causing vehicle to stall. Upon failure, lost power to steering. Luckily we were on an access road for a rest area and not yet on the interstate. This resulted in a 14.5 thousand repair","quote_2_odi":"11660921","quote_2_text":"My 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 with a 6.6-liter Duramax diesel V8 engine suffered a complete engine shutdown—an issue that is both hazardous and expensive to repair. Fortunately, mine failed in a parking lot. No warning lights or symptoms were present","quote_3_odi":"11658680","quote_3_text":"Motor stopped dead while driving on a local Interstate Hwy. Was able to negotiate the truck out of traffic without crashing. Not an easy thing to do in speeding rush hour traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-onstar-electrical-fault","label":"OnStar, antenna, and TPMS electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11573594","quote_1_text":"2016 GMC SIERRA SHARK FIN ANTENNA GETS WATER UNDER AND DESTROYS ONSTAR, NAVIGATION, AND COMPASS OPERATION. THIS IS RECALLED IN 2015 BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE 2016 THAT HAVE THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11319434","quote_2_text":"WARNING STATES TPMS NEEDS SERVICE. EVERYTHING WORKS OFF THIS SYSTEM, AIR PRESSURE, DOOR LOCKS, REMOTE START. NONE OF THESE FEATURES WORK NOW. MY SERVICE TECH SAYS THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSORS ARE TRANSMITTING","quote_3_odi":"11747986","quote_3_text":"My HMI was \"bricked\" when onstar pushed an incompatible update when I changed the service plan. While driving the screen has intermittently turned off and on causing temporary unexpected loss of navigation functions, Bluetooth connectivity, and use of the back up camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Rear window and sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11503149","quote_1_text":"As I did that my kids were starting to get nervous and my wife was pointing and stating that the rear window slider was smoking. I put the key into the ignition and turned the key on","quote_2_odi":"11448788","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH with the defroster engaged, she noticed smoke on the rear electric sliding glass window and smelled a burning odor. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11030763","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, NOT UNDER AN OVERPASS OR NEAR OTHER CARS WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG. THIS NOISE SOUNDED LIKE A BOMB GOING OFF. I PULLED OVER AND LOOKED ON THE TOP OF THE TRUCK AND MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-steering-box-play","label":"Excessive steering wheel play from steering box wear","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11288023","quote_1_text":"TRUCK STEERING IS VERY DANGEROUS. 4-8 INCH PLAY IN THE WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT. YOU HAVE TO TURN THE WHEEL 4' EITHER WAY FOR IT TO RESPOND. THE DEALERSHIPS DON'T HAVE A FIX FOR THIS AND THERE ARE 1000 OF THREAD POSTS ON THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11203244","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS BEEN INTO GMC DEALERSHIP SERVICE FACILITY FIVE TIMES, IN THE SPAN OF 3 MONTHS. ALL SERVICE/MAINTENANCE HAS FOCUSED ON LOOSE STEERING AND UN-COMMANDED VEHICLE PULL. ISSUE REOCCURS IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"10950292","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING HAD EXCESSIVE SLACK WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO REPLACED THE PITMAN SHAFT AND PERFORMED FURTHER DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MECHANIC DROVE THE VEHICLE AND THE FAILURE CONTINUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread and belt separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11428167","quote_1_text":"belt separation at highway speed Left Front tire","quote_2_odi":"11428168","quote_2_text":"LT265/60R20 Belt separated from tire, second failure on truck in 2 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11421572","quote_3_text":"Tire tread bulged from center line of tire tread to outside of tread approximately 1 ft long. I had been highway driving for about 4 hours at 70 mph. Truck started vibrating and was becoming worse. I pulled over and found bulge in tire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2016-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Service trailer brake system warning message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11531600","quote_1_text":"Trailer brake system continues to pop up “service.”","quote_2_odi":"11500519","quote_2_text":"I am receiving an on-and-off “Service Trailer Brake System” when towing and sometimes when not towing. Checked every component and alert does not stop. When this happens while I’m towing, trailer brakes stop working momentarily","quote_3_odi":"11436876","quote_3_text":"I keep getting a warning message \"service trailer brake system\". The warning may come on for a second or it may stay on for 10 to 15 minutes. It may do it once a month or 10 times in a 2 minute period","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-backup-camera-glare","label":"Backup camera excessive brightness at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10990885","quote_1_text":"NATURE OF CONCERN: WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PUT INTO REVERSE, THE REAR BACK-UP CAMERA COMES ON. THE DISPLAY OF THE CAMERA IS EXTREMELY TOO BRIGHT, AND MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO BACK UP PROPERLY WITH A GLARING LIGHT IN YOUR FACE. THERE IS CURRENTLY NOT AN OPTION TO DECREASE THE BRIGHTNESS","quote_2_odi":"11154567","quote_2_text":"WHEN REVERSE IS ACTIVATED AT NIGHT, THE BACKUP CAMERA COMES ON AT FULL BRIGHTNESS AND IS NOT DIMMABLE. THE BRIGHT SCREEN PREVENTS VIEW OF THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR AND SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCES VISIBILITY IN THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR WHILE REVERSING. THE SCREEN CANNOT BE DEACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-block-heater-cord-fire","label":"Engine block heater cord recall and fire risk","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11531177","quote_1_text":"On December 29, 2022 I stopped at the bank for 2 minute and when I got back to my truck I noticed smoke coming out from under the hood. I immediately called 911 and luckily some nice people were able to get my hood up safely and the bank provided a fire extinguisher before the","quote_2_odi":"11460439","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_3_odi":"11339894","quote_3_text":"GM ISSUES A SAFETY RECALL ON ENGINE BLOCK HEATERS FOR 6.6L DURMAX ENGINES STATING USING THE EQUIPMENT MAY CAUSE A FIRE. TWO YEARS, THE EQUIPMENT HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED AND DEALERSHIPS PASS BLAME TO GM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-brake-vacuum-pump-loss","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of power assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11172529","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING MY 2017 GMC SIERRA WITH MY WIFE AND YOUNG SON. I WENT TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT AND HAD NO BRAKES. THE BRAKE WAS VERY HARD TO PUSH AND MADE A FUNNY CLICKING NOISE WHEN I SHOVED IT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO AVOID A COLLISION AND PULL INTO A PARKING LOT. I","quote_2_odi":"11154030","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70MPH, A SERVICE BRAKE ASSISTANT WARNING CAME ON. THE BRAKES AT THAT POINT WERE EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO USE AND THERE WAS NO WAY FOR A QUICK STOP. WAS ABLE TO GET TO A DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY HAD TO REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER, THE BOOSTER PUMP,","quote_3_odi":"11301601","quote_3_text":"OCTOBER 2019 WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO HAVE BREAKS WORKED ON GIVEN RECENT RECALL ABOUT THE MECHANICAL VACUUM PUMP OUTPUT MAY DECREASE OVER TIME, DECREASING THE AMOUNT OF VACUUM/POWER BRAKE ASSIST. HOWEVER, SHORTLY AFTER GETTING THE RECALL DONE ON MY TRUCK (1 WEEK LATER) I WAS IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11553927","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of power steering assist, and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle immediately. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11316706","quote_2_text":"WHEN I'M DRIVING AT A SLOW SPEED TURNING THE TRUCK LOOSES ALL POWER AND THE STEERING WHEEL JERKS OUT OF MY HAND, STABILITRAK IS ON THE DISPLAY AND IT SAYS ROLL DOWN DRIVER WINDOW AND ROLL BACK UP! IT ALSO LOOSES ALL POWER JUST DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD NO MATTER THE SPEED! I HAVE","quote_3_odi":"11494173","quote_3_text":"I was in an accident on October 20th 2022 while driving home. U had just reached the top of a sharp crest on a two way road. As I started to straighten out the wheels coming out of the turn I noticed my direction was still as if I was turning the wheel. I tried to brake and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-rear-window-shatter-fire","label":"Rear window shattering with smoke or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11176504","quote_1_text":"I REMOTE STARTED THE VEHICLE TO ALLOW IT TO WARM UP. THE REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER AUTOMATICALLY TURNED ON. AFTER A FEW MINUTES, I GOT INTO THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED A BURNING SMELL AS WELL AS SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE SQUARE CONTROL UNIT ON THE REAR SLIDING WINDOW. QUICKLY, I SHUT OFF","quote_2_odi":"11585843","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed with the defroster activated, a smoke odor was detected inside the vehicle. The contact's wife checked the rearview mirror and saw flames coming from the rear","quote_3_odi":"11443490","quote_3_text":"I auto started my truck. We jumped in and I put the key in to start and turned down the heater and pushed the rear defroster off and the passenger side rear window blows up like a shot gun blast. It shaders into a million pieces. Our 2 year old in a car seat right in front of it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning while towing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11606297","quote_1_text":"Service Trailer Brake System warning will not stop dinging and alerting. this happens constantly with or without a trailer . I dismiss the alert and it continues to sound off. I have trouble thinking or talking. Very Very distracting. Took my vehicle to the dealer and they did","quote_2_odi":"11474777","quote_2_text":"Service Trailer Brake warning comes on repeatedly. Trailer brakes fail to work","quote_3_odi":"11443575","quote_3_text":"When connect my trailer i get a service trailer brake system, then the stability waring start to show up and the brakes on the vehicle seem to act funny. Very unsafe while towing a trailer and kids in the truck. VERY UNSAFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2017-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder, hard shifting, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11602719","quote_1_text":"On July 5, 2024 while traveling and towing our 5th wheel (7,200lbs) with our 2017 GMC 2500 6.0L GAS engine (with the 6L90 transmission) and without any previous warnings or signals the check engine light illuminated and approximately 10 mins later the vehicle went into limp mode","quote_2_odi":"11311579","quote_2_text":"HAVE HAD THIS INTO THE DEALER AT THE FIRST OIL CHANGE AND COMPLAINED ABOUT TRANSMISSION SHIFTING ISSUES AND IT BEING UNSAFE TO DRIVE. COMPLAINTS ARE: HARD SHIFT, IT CLUNKS BOTH UPSHIFTING AND DOWNSHIFTING. GOING AROUND CORNERS FROM A STOP THE TRUCK WILL EITHER FALL ON ITS FACE","quote_3_odi":"11271464","quote_3_text":"MY 2017 GMC SIERRA SHUTTERS AND JERKS WHEN GOING INTO AND OUT OF 1ST GEAR AND GOING AROUND CORNERS WHEN IT CHANGES GEARS. ESPECIALLY WHEN COLD. DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME. AT TIMES IT HAS JERKED INTO AN INTERSECTIONAND WAS SCRY. MY WIFE WILL NOT DRIVE THIS VEHICLE. HAVE HAD IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-equipment-recall-parts-delay","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid recall repair delayed by parts","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11451143","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available. The","quote_2_odi":"11440272","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available. The contact","quote_3_odi":"11435349","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was informed that the part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-fuel-injection-shutdown","label":"Fuel injector or delivery failure causes shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11460968","quote_1_text":"Faulty pigtail connector for fule injectors. Cause The vehicle to shut down even while going down the highway possibly causing injury by immediate deceleration wich could cause an accident. For me on this vehicle I’ve had this happen three times and it has cost me anywhere from","quote_2_odi":"11112033","quote_2_text":"MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING OUR BRAND NEW DENALI WHICH HAS ONLY 3500 MILES ON IT. THE ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN CROSSING A HIGHWAY WITH 55 MILES PER HOUR POSTING AND MY DAUGTHER OF 8 YEARS OLD WAS IN THE BACK SEAT. THE ENGINE AS I SAID COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN WITH NO INDICATOR LIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11553304","quote_3_text":"Constant issues with glow plug failures, fuel rail failure, fuel pressure failure. Truck has been in the Gmc service regarding these issues constantly for the last year with a total of five repairs and replacement of glow plugs with releaning learning new plugs and now the 6th","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-headlight-shake-bumps","label":"Headlight shakes and flickers over bumps","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11320881","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHT SHAKES AND FLICKERS WHILE DRIVING OVER BUMPS IN THE ROAD. HAPPENS ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAYS. FLICKERING IS VERY DISTRACTING AND DRAWS ATTENTION AWAY FROM YOUR SURROUNDINGS","quote_2_odi":"11204045","quote_2_text":"HID HEADLIGHTS SHAKE WHEN HITTING THE SLIGHTEST BUMP IN THE ROAD. GM SAYS IT'S NORMAL AND REFUSES TO TRY TO FIX","quote_3_odi":"11140670","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS SHAKE WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS IN HIGHWAY. ITS DISTRACTING AND IRRITATING AND TAKES YOUR ATTENTION FROM THE ROAD WHEN IT HAPPENS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-rear-defroster-fire","label":"Rear defroster circuit overheats and smokes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11318830","quote_1_text":"MY 2018 GMC SIERRA HD EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OR OVERLOAD, CAUSING A THERMAL EVENT THAT MELTED AREAS AROUND THE REAR DEFROST CIRCUIT. LOTS OF SMOKE AND BURNING SMELL, BUT LUCKILY, I DID NOT SEE FLAMES. THE EXACT ISSUE IS CURRENTLY BEING ADDRESSED UNDER GM RECALL#","quote_2_odi":"11119531","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE TRUCK WAS UNATTENDED, SMOKE WAS OBSERVED BY A PASSER-BY WHO CALLED THE LOCAL FIRE DEPARTMENT. FIRE DEPT BROKE A WINDOW FOR ACCESS, EXTINGUISHED FIRE. HAULED VEHICLE AWAY FOR SAFEKEEPING. HAPPENED WHILE WE WERE AT A CONDO COMPLEX, VEHICLE PARKED FOR THE EVENING. HEAT","quote_3_odi":"11491986","quote_3_text":"Water leak, known in other years of the same model vehicle, caused the rear defrost to fail and smoke when in operation nearly causing a fire in the vehicle as it was being operated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separates or sidewall bubbles","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11430187","quote_1_text":"LT265 60 R20 Goodyear Wrangler SR-A tire experienced a tread separation while traveling at 68 MPH. This resulted in significant vibration in the steering. This tire was inspected at a tire shop and the tread separation was confirmed. The tire still had 7/32 of tread left at the","quote_2_odi":"11252971","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 GMC SIERRA 2500 EQUIPPED WITH ORIGINAL FIRESTONE TRANSFORCE H/T TIRES, SIZE: 245/75/R17 (NA). UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES HAD EXPERIENCED SIDEWALL BUBBLING. THE UNUSED SPARE TIRE ALSO EXPERIENCED THE FAILURE. THE","quote_3_odi":"11544060","quote_3_text":"driving at 70mph, thread from tire blew.. That was in July, I went and purchased another tire from Bob King GMC Wilmington, NC. The first tire that blew was now discontinued so I purchased another Good Year . On Friday I noticed that another tire on my truck had a bubble along","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2018-trailer-brake-false-warning","label":"Service Trailer Brake System warning chimes falsely","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11624405","quote_1_text":"Service Trailer Brake System Warning From time to time, this warning goes off in the vehicle and when it does, it does it constantly. When the warning is dismissed, it does it again seconds later. If it is not dismissed, it does it again seconds later. It is a persistent three","quote_2_odi":"11508714","quote_2_text":"I have a 2018 GMC Sierra Duramax Quad-Cab and when it is connected to either my boat, stock trailer, or cargo trailer the lights and electric trailer brakes on the trailers do not work. and the chime from the \"Service Trailer Brake\" indicator sounds and doesn't stop until I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2019-electrical-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating from electrical system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11752275","quote_1_text":"On 07/10/2026 at approximately 1:10 a.m., the parked and unoccupied vehicle caught fire while turned off. The vehicle had not been driven for several hours. A neighbor was awakened by the horn/alarm and popping noises, observed fire near the passenger-side cab/engine area, and","quote_2_odi":"11702171","quote_2_text":"My center console wires for the charging pad broke and shorted out causing wires to burn and short the whole system out","quote_3_odi":"11597612","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was last driven on June 23 2024 and parked in my driveway. On the evening of June 29 2024 my horn was blowing in my truck at around 10:30. While I was walking out to the vehicle it was in flames. The fire started from what I understand on the driver’s side behind the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2019-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"Fuel pump failure causing loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11619152","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled and shut off independently. The vehicle was towed to a dealer and was diagnosed, and it was determined that the fuel pump control module needed to be","quote_2_odi":"11610916","quote_2_text":"The Fuel pump power control module failed. The part is currently at the nearby Chevy dealership. The safety of myself and two passengers were compromised when the struck suddenly lost acceleration, then shortly after lost engine idle","quote_3_odi":"11507696","quote_3_text":"The connectors to the fuel pump have failed causing the truck to mechanically fail and not operate. This is a common problem per the diesel technician who diagnosed our truck and in his opinion should not be happening as often as it does. It’s specifically the cylinder 4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2019-recall-21v496000-delay","label":"Recall 21V496000 remedy part unavailability","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11513282","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","quote_2_odi":"11433049","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while stationary at a traffic light, he started to smell diesel fumes inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to drive to his residence and while","quote_3_odi":"11479903","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the stabilitrak stopped functioning properly. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with needing to reset the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2019-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11480814","quote_1_text":"Tire size LT265/60R20. Left rear tire separated while driving at highway speed. Stopped along the freeway after feeling vibration not associated with road. This is the second separated tire on the same vehicle. First tire, the right rear, separated driving at highway speed 1","quote_2_odi":"11375123","quote_2_text":"TIRE IS SEPERATING AND CUPPING. YATES GMC REFUSES TO REPLACE, THEY ARE FACTORY TIRES WITH 21034 MILES ON THEM. ONLY ONE TIRE IS DOING THIS AND THEY SAY VEHICLE IS NOT TO BLAME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2019-trailer-brake-switch","label":"Trailer brake system switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11533680","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE TRAILER BRAKE SWITCH ,WHICH POSES A RISK TO MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY IF YOU ARE TOWING A TRAVEL TRAILER, WHERE BRAKES FAIL LOCK UP IS POSSIBLE DANGEROUS TO PULL","quote_2_odi":"11532294","quote_2_text":"TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM NEEDS SERVICE, WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND BEEPING LOUD STARTER LAST MONTH 6-2023 , AND MAYBE THE BRAKE CONTROL MODULE IS BAD ? CODE C1117 CAME UP","quote_3_odi":"11490822","quote_3_text":"I purchased a 2019 GMC Certified 2500 Diesel Truck with 48000 miles I started getting alerts on my dash stating TRAILER BRAKE SYSTEM over and over. I would press the dismiss button but it would not stop from appearing and dinging over and over. I took vehicle to dealer ship","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain causing no-start or limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11382789","quote_1_text":"WENT OUT TO MY VEHICLE THAT HAS BEEN SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR 24 HOURS AND ATTEMPTED TO UNLOCK IT WITH THE KEY FOB. NOTHING. TRIED THE OTHER FOB. NOTHING. USED THE KEY TO UNLOCK THE DOOR AND GET IN TO PUSH BUTTON START AND NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"11499881","quote_2_text":"There is an issue that is causing the batteries to die. This in return causes the Vehicle to go into Limp home mode with no warning. The \"issue\" was supposed to be resolved by the Dealer in March 2022","quote_3_odi":"11360146","quote_3_text":"2020 GMC SIERRA DENALI DURAMAX 3000 MILES TRIED TURNING ON TRUCK THIS MORNING TO GO TO WORK AND WOULD NOT EVEN CRANK IT IS A PUSH START OPTION HAVE NO CLUE ON HOW IM GOING TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IF I CANT GET IT OF PARK INTO NEUTRAL FOR A TOW TRUCK AT LEAST !","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-brake-pad-wear","label":"Premature brake pad wear and overheating","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11360930","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 GMC SIERRA 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AND TOWING A TRAILER, SHE DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKES WERE OVERHEATING. THERE WAS A STRONG BURNING HOT ODOR COMING FROM THE BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"11390937","quote_2_text":"BRAKES SINCE NEW SQUEELED. TOOK TO DEALER AND DEALER SAID IT WAS NORMAL. HAVE HAD THE TRUCK ABOUT 11 MONTHS NOW. DEALER STATED GM NOW USES A DIFFERENT PAD MATERIAL AND I WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR IT AT A COST OF CLOSE TO $1,000 TO REPLACE THE PADS","quote_3_odi":"11361606","quote_3_text":"MY BRAKES ARE SQUEAKING VERY LOUDLY THEY HAVE BEEN SINCE AUGUST. I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON US1 AND PREPARED TO STOP TO MAKE A TURN AND MY TRUCK WOULD NOT STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-def-system-failure","label":"DEF system failure triggering limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11456825","quote_1_text":"DEF tank system failure. Vehicle is under warranty, 18 months old, (purchased 08/20) with 20,000 miles. 6 WEEKS AGO I took to dealer who informed me that there are no DEF tanks available and don't know when they will be available","quote_2_odi":"11454084","quote_2_text":"DEF Emission system failure. Total component breakdown requiring replacement. Parts unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11457481","quote_3_text":"DEF system failed. Wire harness burned out. Tank failure. Truck went into limp mode. I personally know 3 others with the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-rear-window-leak","label":"Rear sliding window water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11660995","quote_1_text":"Cracks in the rear sliding window plastic upper rail glass guide causing Rear window leaking water and causing mold from water leaking. GMC has a service bulletin number 18-NA-383 knowing of this issue and not telling customers purchasing the GMC vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11595742","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that when the vehicle was parked, the contact's husband noticed that rainwater had entered the rear interior of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rainwater had entered through the rear sliding window","quote_3_odi":"11556481","quote_3_text":"The rear window of my 2020 GMC Sierra developed major water leaks across the entire window in 2021. GM has documented this issue with a service bulletin and the dealership has documented their resolution to the first repair under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11560290","quote_1_text":"I was travelling south bound on the highway at 70 mph when out of no where the left rear tire failed. The tread peeled back like an alligator skin and tore apart the side of my truck and caused me to fishtail all over the highway","quote_2_odi":"11477512","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 2500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler Trail Runner, Tire Size: LT275/65/R20, DOT Number: PJ0TJB1V 2319","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Trailer brake controller alerts and failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11615574","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 5TH WHEEL WITH SOLAR AND MY BRAKE CONTROLER STOPS WORKING PERIODICALLY. I HAVE A CASE# WITH GM 9-13676268071","quote_2_odi":"11529539","quote_2_text":"When towing a trailer a notice to service trailer brakes comes on and the trailer brakes are disabled","quote_3_odi":"11456261","quote_3_text":"Service Trailer Brake System Alert constantly going off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2020-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission failure and rear-wheel lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11671648","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving 30 MPH, the rear wheels locked up and the vehicle skidded to a complete stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11679851","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70-80 MPH, the transmission downshifted, and the rear wheels locked up. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road. The contact was unsure if a warning light had illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11603243","quote_3_text":"Well, we ended up having a problem with our transmission in our 2020 truck. I am the wife and I was driving down the highway and all of a sudden the truck started bucking and went down to 35 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-def-system-faults","label":"DEF system warnings and vehicle speed limitation","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741364","quote_1_text":"We keep getting an error message that shows we need to service DEF SYSTEM, it also started to limit my MPH and is now locked at 55 MPH. initial check of the DEF SYSTEM shows a malfunctioning module. it has been happening over the last year to 18 months","quote_2_odi":"11746749","quote_2_text":"I am reporting repeated failures involving both the transmission and diesel emissions (DEF) system on my 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD Denali equipped with the 6.6L Duramax diesel engine and Allison 10-speed automatic transmission","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-headlight-moisture-failure","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion and flickering","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11627389","quote_1_text":"Found DRL, turn signal, and low and high beam head lights were inoperative. On 11/25/24 went to GMC dealer/service. Staff seemed aware of issues and stated they are common, that they carry the $1,400 sealed assebly in stock. Vehicle is 4 months over warranty, but only has 29,000…","quote_2_odi":"11637853","quote_2_text":"The front left headlamp assembly low beam light unexpectedly began to flicker repetitively until the vehicle was turned off. In addition, the left front turn signal was failed, but an indication of the failed turn signal was not always present","quote_3_odi":"11548799","quote_3_text":"Passenger headlight light fills up with moisture resulting in the HID module filling up with water and shorting out. The high beam starts flashing when you try to use your turn signal and eventually the headlights completely stop working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake actuator and shoe delamination failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755097","quote_1_text":"The left rear internal \"top-hat\" parking brake shoes suffered a total manufacturing bonding failure, causing the friction lining to completely delaminate and detach from the metal backing plates inside the rotor hub. This triggered Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) C060B (Left Park…","quote_2_odi":"11557590","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while in park(P) with the parking brake engaged, the parking brake warning light was illuminated. The contact also stated that the parking brake would not disengage until the vehicle was shifted into reverse(R)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-power-step-failure","label":"Power assist side step non-extension","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:STEP/LADDER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733416","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions, the automatic power side-out step failed to extend as designed. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 93,726","quote_2_odi":"11733017","quote_2_text":"I have a 2021 GMC Sierra 2500HD that the local dealership (Ozark MO 65714) is stating has expired and not covered by the warranty.  I researched online and as I understand this recall falls under SAFTEY recalls and is to be fixed and doesn't expire?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-tailgate-unlatching","label":"Tailgate unintended unlatching and touchpad switch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11602713","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 25–35 MPH, the tailgate unlatched and opened unexpectedly. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the tailgate opened independently. The contact stated that the tailgate down message was displayed after the failure","quote_2_odi":"11683220","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that six months after the vehicle was repaired, the tailgate failed to operate as intended. While at the residence, the taillights and headlights were flashing. The contact also became aware that the tailgate had unlatched independently while the vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"11579498","quote_3_text":"My tailgate unexpectedly open as I was driving down the road. (2021 GMC 2500 Denali Sierra) This was the second time this has happened and lost things driving down the road. (3 propane tanks and a small grill the first and then an air compressor the second time)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission loss of motive power and internal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703711","quote_1_text":"Pulling into a driveway and the truck made a loud clunk and the check engine light, traction control light, and a reduced engine power light came on and the truck came to an abrupt stop. When the gear shift was put into reverse or any forward gear the truck would rev up without…","quote_2_odi":"11649449","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway pulling a trailer the truck started to slow down rapidly.  We were able to pull to the side of the road before the truck came to a complete stop on its own.  From that point forward, we could not get the truck to move forward even in 4WD","quote_3_odi":"11726714","quote_3_text":"Without any warning, the vehicle suddenly lost the ability to accelerate and felt as if it had been shifted into neutral. I immediately had to pull over to the side of the highway, as this created a dangerous situation with surrounding traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2022-tire-tread-separation","label":"Goodyear OEM tire tread separation and delamination","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11696047","quote_1_text":"while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an explosion, and the entire tread width of the front driver side tire delaminated and wrapped around the axle. The contact stated that the tire did not deflate, and the radial belts were visible. No warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11695955","quote_2_text":"On 26 August 2025 the tread separated from the left front tire completely, but the tire did not go flat.  Traveling in Texas near Christoval, TX at 75 mph on smooth roads.  The vehicle had 26,000+ miles and tread depth was over 4/32nd","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2022-trailer-brake-disconnect","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller intermittent disconnection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748443","quote_1_text":"while driving at various speeds and pulling a 10,000 pounds trailer, the vehicle experienced an intermittent loss of trailer brakes. The message \"Check Trailer Wiring\" and another message pertaining to the trailer brake system were displayed","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2023-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684914","quote_1_text":"The transmission control mod is bad. This is a persistent problem and that's why it is on back order for up to a year","quote_2_odi":"11665263","quote_2_text":"I rely heavily on this vehicle for my business and within 1 year of ownership, the vehicle broke down on the highway allowing it to only run @ 30mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2023-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753880","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed, the left rear OEM Goodyear Wrangler 275/65R20 tire experienced a sudden tread separation and catastrophic failure. The tire pressure was correct, there were no TPMS warnings or other vehicle alerts","quote_2_odi":"11755353","quote_2_text":"Just north of Highway XXX, the passenger rear tire delaminated and went flat. The tread came off the tire, striking the wheel well, rear bumper, and tailgate of my truck, causing significant damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2023-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission valve body failure and reduced power mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11645427","quote_1_text":"As I was driving on a paved public road, my truck shifted up/down multiple times on it's own in quick succession, then jerked the truck forward. The check engine light came on and the driver information center displayed 'Engine power reduced'","quote_2_odi":"11613464","quote_2_text":"2023 GMC Sierra Duramax Diesel with 10 speed Allison Transmission with 28,000 miles can't be driven. Currently at the dealership due to a transmission valve body problem, codes P0700 & P0747. While driving I felt a hard shift and the truck jerk","quote_3_odi":"11663942","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle shook abnormally twice and then switched to Low Power Mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-engine-oil-cooler-failure","label":"Engine oil cooler failure and coolant contamination","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724478","quote_1_text":"Oil cooler blew and mixed oil in coolant reservoir. Possibly causes overheating and engine seizure. This has been confirmed with a certified GM service center. The service center inspected fixed it then within 5 miles had to be returned to the dealer because it happened again.","quote_2_odi":"11717560","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 GMC Sierra Denali Ultimate 2500HD diesel that has been out of service for 52 days due to an oil cooler / service bulletin related failure. The vehicle is under warranty.  The required replacement part is on national backorder and, as of today, has not shipped.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision system uncommanded braking events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742824","quote_1_text":"Unexpected braking at highway speeds.  This has at least 50 times at highway speeds. The truck has experienced repeated false Forward Collision Alerts and un-commanded Automatic Emergency Braking events. Adaptive Cruise Control frequently detects roadside objects and vehicles in adjacent lanes, particularly on curves.","quote_2_odi":"11717814","quote_2_text":"On 3 separate instances the past few months the truck slammed on brakes for no apparent reason. And 2 separate times the past week or so the truck suddenly and uncontrollably accelerated — first at gas a station convenience store and almost ran over old lady, secondly while waiting line on arterial entrance ramp!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-iok-radio-audio-loss","label":"IOK radio module failure and total audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11734423","quote_1_text":"IOK Radio Module failing. Would happen 10 times in less than 5 miles. Vehicle has been seen 3 times before diagnosing as IOK Radio Module failure.  Inhibits hands free calling, total loss of all audio including safety chimes, dropped emergency call capability, multiple software updates have failed to resolve it.","quote_2_odi":"11681939","quote_2_text":"Loss of audio throughout an entire drive/ignition cycle.  This includes the loss of the blinker click/clack audio when the blinker is on.  When the loss of audio issue occurs, the driver has no audio input indicating a blinker is on even though the actual blinker is flashing to other drivers.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-tailgate-unintended-open","label":"Tailgate unintended opening while parked or in motion","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11584890","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45–50 MPH in the rain, the tail gate opened unintendedly. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that cargo in the bed of the truck fell out onto the roadway. The contact stated that the failure was like NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V060000…","quote_2_odi":"11600504","quote_2_text":"I drove from California to ohio after I bought the truck, I noticed that when stopping to get gas my tailgate was open without me touching it. I drove with cameras showing the truck bed to see what happened and I watched it do it again while driving the vehicle, it just opened on its own while driving.","quote_3_odi":"11661778","quote_3_text":"My tailgate opens on its own.  This sometimes happens when I am driving down the road.  This is a safety risk because if I am hauling something in the back, and the tailgate drops down, there is a chance the load could fall out of the truck and harm another vehicle or person that is behind my truck.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-tire-tread-blowout","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout at highway speeds","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692306","quote_1_text":"DRIVING THE SPEED LIMIT OF 55 ON A PAVED ROAD, NO WEATHER CONDITIONS AND THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE EXPLODED. WHEN THIS HAPPENED THE TRUCK SLID ACROSS THE ROAD INTO THE OTHER LANE. LUCKILY NO ONE WAS COMING IN THE OTHER LANE AND I WAS ABLE TO GET THE TRUCK UNDER CONTROL.","quote_2_odi":"11755376","quote_2_text":"Tires only had 50k miles on them when they were rated for 80k miles: the front driver side Ttire ruptured while on major hwy in texas. No signs of air loss and the road was clear of any debris. Steering started to lightly shake and eventually came to a violent shake, then the front driver tire ruptured.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-trailer-brake-module","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller intermittent disconnection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11551398","quote_1_text":"When I connect my 2024 GMC Sierra 2500HD to my camping trailer that has a solar panel and solar charge controller, it causes the factory-installed brake controller inside the truck to malfunction.  The trailer brakes connect and disconnect 4 times a minute sending alerts to my dashboard.  This is dangerous.","quote_2_odi":"11737376","quote_2_text":"Intermittent  trailer disconnect and loss of electric trailer brake output while towing Airstream. The truck is connected to the trailer through the seven Way plug. There are no modifications to the truck. This is a safety hazard as I pull a 9000+ lb trailer.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra2500-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Allison transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11664764","quote_1_text":"2024 GMC DENALI HD with approx. 12, 500 miles:  The truck is constantly going into limp mode.  Driving down the road, first it feels like the wheels lock up with a loud noise.  Immediately goes into limp mode and check engine light comes on.  Took it to the dealer yesterday 6/3/25…","quote_2_odi":"11676630","quote_2_text":"Code P0777 – \"Pressure Control Solenoid 'B' Stuck On\" – Reduced Propulsion / Reduced Engine Power Initiated  While merging onto the interstate, this code triggered a reduction in engine power, limiting my speed to 35 mph on a highway with a posted limit between 40-70 mph.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2025-brake-pedal-effort-noise","label":"Brake pedal effort and noise without warning lamps","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682108","quote_1_text":"We noticed that the brakes were really soft. We literally had to push on the brakes with excessive force","quote_2_odi":"11685255","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the brakes made a loud whistling and squealing sound. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11753160","quote_3_text":"My 2025 Sierra 2500HD repeatedly displays “Trailer Brakes Disabled—Service Required” with a lithium- and solar-equipped trailer. The truck passes the EL-52641 simulator, but the failure occurs intermittently while towing and resets after Park or reconnecting the trailer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2025-steering-brake-loss","label":"Power steering and brake assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11664044","quote_1_text":"Experienced loss of power steering, loss of brakes","quote_2_odi":"11735271","quote_2_text":"Power steering pump failed when decelerating after 9500 miles. When power steering pump fails, power assisted braking also fails. Upon deceleration, I could not turn the steering wheel at all or stop the vehicle without extreme pressure on the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11722177","quote_3_text":"On highway taking an exit. The brake pedal sank and did not engage at normal pressure, I had to push the brake all the way down for it to engage. Concurrently the steering wheel locked up where I could not turn the wheel at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2025-tailgate-liftgate-latch","label":"Door handle, liftgate, and tailgate latch failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695282","quote_1_text":"The accident occurred when the tailgate opened without warning or any buttons being pushed while towing a boat trailer. The tailgate become bound between the truck and trailer. The tailgate was damaged and limited my ability to turn the truck","quote_2_odi":"11731146","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Sierra 2500. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door handle failed to operate as needed, and the contact was unable to exit the vehicle through the driver’s side door. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, and a new handle was ordered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 2500","model_slug":"sierra-2500","cluster_id":"sierra-2500-2025-transmission-shift-lockup","label":"Transmission fluid, shifting, and lockup faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698271","quote_1_text":"transmission locked up 8 times from 1,050 miles to current 3,885 miles. It has happens each time around 40 mph. Each time it’s like hitting the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11662707","quote_2_text":"Transmission fluid overheating, which is a known issue in other GM models with 6.6L diesel with 12 speed allison transmission. Confirmed by warning message received on dashboard and transmission fluid temperature gauge","quote_3_odi":"11721851","quote_3_text":"The transfer case leaked out all the fluid while driving over a period of time and damaged internal parts before the first oil change. This has happened 2 times now, and is currently leaking again with less than 10k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/sierra-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10611011","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE DRIVER FELL ASLEEP AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED FRACTURED RIBS AND A CRACKED STERNUM","quote_2_odi":"10716783","quote_2_text":"DURING A CRASH AT HIGH SPEEDS AND FRONTAL IMPACT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS LIFE FLIGHTED TO THE HOSPITAL AND SUFFERED LIFE ALTERING INJURIES. MY 2 KIDS WERE ALSO IN THE VEHICLE AND SUSTAINED INJURIES WHICH THEY ARE STILL BEING TREATED FOR","quote_3_odi":"11656176","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH going into an intersection, another vehicle going at approximately 5 MPH, crossed in front of the contact. There were no warning lights illuminated. As a result, the vehicle impacted the other","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-brake-pulsation-failure","label":"Brake pulsation and hydraulic component failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10368403","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC SIERRA HYBRID (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES GRABBED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS COMING TO A STOP, WHICH MADE THE VEHICLE COME TO AN ABRUPT JERKING STOP. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN SLOWING DOWN FROM HIGHER SPEEDS, HE HAD TO DEPRESS THE","quote_2_odi":"10485868","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT ANY SPEED WHEN APPLYING LIGHT TO MEDIUM BRAKE PEDAL (AS IF SLOWING TO EXIT INTERSTATE HIGHWAY) BRAKES BEGIN TO PULSE. IT FEELS AS IF ITS IN THE REAR BRAKE. TAKEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THEY HAVE REPLACED THE SHOES AND DRUMS TWICE. IT LASTS 2K MILES AND STARTS ALL","quote_3_odi":"10622004","quote_3_text":"DEALER STATES THAT THE BRAKE MODULAR AND PLUG ARE NO GOOD. THE COST OF THE REPAIR WOULD BE $1200.00. THE SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WOULD COME ON. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-dash-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10712315","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS CRACKED DASH IN AREA OF PASSENGER AIR BAG WHICH COULD POSSIBLY CAUSE SHRAPNEL IF AIRBAGS ARE DEPLOYED. THIS PROBLEM IS COMMON AND THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE WITH THIS CRACK IN THE EXACT SAME AREA AS MINE. CONTACTED GM AND THEY REFUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE A PROBLEM. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10826142","quote_2_text":"THE TRUCK WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN I GOT IN AND STARTED THE IGNITION. AS SOON AS I DID, THE PLASTIC DASHBOARD CRACKED AT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. ONE WEEK LATER, SAME SITUATION, AS I STARTED THE IGNITION, THE DASH CRACKED ABOVE THE DRIVER'S SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior door handle separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10650997","quote_1_text":"IN DECEMBER 2013 THE PASSENGER EXTERIOR DOOR HANDLE CAME OFF & A FEW DAYS LATER EXTERIOR DRIVER BACK DOOR HANDLE CAME OFF. THE DEALERSHIP DID REPLACE BOTH HANDLES UNDER WARRANTY. HOWEVER, WHILE WE THERE ANOTHER MAN CAME IN WITH THE SAME PROBLEM ON HIS GMC SIERRA","quote_2_odi":"10653881","quote_2_text":"ON 10/29/2014 I FILED A COMPLAINT WITH ODI NUMBER 10650997 ABOUT THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES ON MY 2010 GMC SIERRA SINCE THREE OF THEM HAD BROKEN OFF SINCE DECEMBER 2013. THEN ON 11/6/2014, THE PASSENGER BACK DOOR HANDLE CAME LOOSE & IS PULLING OUT OF THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10824959","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE INSIDE DOOR HANDLE - CHROME IS PEELING EDGES ARE SHARP CUT HAND OPENING DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-electrical-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in engine or cab area","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10574304","quote_1_text":"30 MINUTES AFTER MY WIFE PARKED OUR 2010 GMC SIERRA 1500 PICK-UP IN OUR DETACHED GARAGE, WE HEARD A BOOM AND I RAN OUTSIDE TO SEE THE GMC CAB AND HOOD ON FIRE. I IMMEDIATELY THOUGHT, MY GOD MY WIFE WAS JUST IN THERE AND THERE IS NO WAY SHE COULD HAVE SURVIVED","quote_2_odi":"10695478","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHORTLY AFTER PARKING, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. A FIRE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED BACK TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2010-window-fog-defrost","label":"Window fogging with inadequate defroster clearing","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10426294","quote_1_text":"DURING A TRIP ALONG WA HIGHWAY 2, WESTBOUND THRU STEVENS PASS, THE TEMPERATURE WAS DROPPING AS INDICATED BY THE VEHICLES OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE INDICATION. AS IT TRAVERSED FROM APPROX 42 DEGREES F TO 36 DEGREES F ALL WINDOWS FOGGED SEVERELY SO AS TO RENDER NO VISIBILITY","quote_2_odi":"10562335","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 GMC SIERRA HAS AN ISSUE WITH THE DEFROSTER NOT DOING AN ADEQUATE JOB WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW 40 DEGREES. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO TURN ON THE A/C TO DEFROST THE WINDOWS NOR WILL IT ALLOW YOU TO TURN OFF THE RECIRCULATING AIR","quote_3_odi":"10649868","quote_3_text":"ON OR ABOUT THAT DATE, DRIVING ABOUT 25 MILES ON RURAL ROADS AT SPEEDS FROM 45 TO 55 MPH, THE DAMPNESS IN THE AIR CAUSED CONDENSATION HAZE TO FORM ON THE INSIDE OF THE WINDOW. I TURNED ON THE DEFROSTERS WHICH CLEARED OFF THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW SO I COULD SEE BUT THE PASSENGERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2011-dash-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10703335","quote_1_text":"THE DASH PANELS ON MY 2011 GMC SIERRA HAVE SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED IN 6 PLACES. 1 DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, ANOTHER DIRECTLY ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND NOW IN 4 PLACES DIRECTLY ADJACENT TO THE WINDSHIELD. IN ANY SORT OF IMPACT I AM FEARING THE AIRBAGS","quote_2_odi":"10821282","quote_2_text":"LARGE AND NOTICEABLE CRACK BY MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG ON MY DASHBOARD. COULD SEE THIS BECOMING SHRAPNEL IN THE EVENT OF THE AIRBAG DEPLOYING. GM WILL NOT ISSUE A RECALL, NOR TAKE ANY SORT OF RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR ERROR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2011-engine-power-loss-driving","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11437503","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle failed to accelerate, lost braking functionality and was difficult to steer before the failure","quote_2_odi":"10730877","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING UP HILL THE TRUCK JUST SHUT OFF. COULD NOT START IT AGAIN. THERE WAS NO WARNING SIGNS IT TOOK OVER 2 WEEKS AND 2 DIFFERENT GM DEALERS TO FIGURE OUT IT WAS A FUEL INJECTOR PUMP THAT EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11456285","quote_1_text":"2011 GMC SIERRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN PROVIDED THE NECESSARY PARTS TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11044291","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - WE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF THE RECALL BUT HAVE YET BEEN CONTACTED OR ABLE TO HAVE THE BAGS REPLACED. HEARING OF MULTIPLE DEATHS, IS MY CAR SAFE TO DRIVE?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2011-tcm-gear-engagement-failure","label":"TCM failure and loss of gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11541849","quote_1_text":"my 2011 fmc sierra 3500 drw denali suffered a failure of the Transmission Control Module (TCM). I could barely move the vehicle and almost got into an accident merging into traffic. Forward and reverse was affected","quote_2_odi":"10681664","quote_2_text":"IN VERY COLD WEATHER, THE SHIFTER STICKS AND WILL NOT MOVE TO SHIFT IN ANY GEAR. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2011-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10618140","quote_1_text":"THREE OUT OF FOUR TIRES HAD SEPARATION. THE TIRES ARE GOODYEAR WRANGLERLT265/ 60R20E1. TWO TIRES WERE REPLACED ON 2/21/2014 DUE TO SEPARATION OF LEFT REAR TIRE. WE CHOSE TO REPLACE BOTH REAR TIRES","quote_2_odi":"11316464","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK IN THE DEALER THEY PUT TIRES SMALLER THAN WHAT IT REQUIRES AND A TIRE EXPLODED IN THE FREEWAY, THOSE WHO HELP THE TRAFFIC EXPLAINED TO ME THAT THE TIRE WAS SMALL FOR THE SIZE OF THE TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"brake-system-failures-and-crashes","label":"Brake system failures resulting in crashes","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10451590","quote_1_text":"BRAKES WENT TO FLOOR UN ABLE TO SLOW AT ALL WENT OFF THE ROAD LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO TREES, BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED , WENT TO EMERGENCY ROOM WITH ARM INJURY AND RIB INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10615633","quote_2_text":"AS I PRESSED DOWN ON BRAKE TO STOP, THE VEHICLE CONTINUED AS IF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM SLIPPED, CAUSING THE TRUCK TO DRIVE FORWARD CRASHING THROUGH THE SHEETROCK WALL AND FINALLY STOPPING AFTER HITTING THE GLASS WINDOWS","quote_3_odi":"11455127","quote_3_text":"The service brakes lights has come on a d disabled my brake controller. This is a safety issue while towing and completely unacceptable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"dash-cracking-near-passenger-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near the passenger-side air bag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11709666","quote_1_text":"Our Dash board cracked very badly from the top next to the speaker to the passenger side air bag","quote_2_odi":"10786479","quote_2_text":"THE DASH THAT SUPPORTS THE AIR BAG ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS CRACKING AND COULD POSSIBLY PUNCTURE THE AIR BAG OR SEND PARTS OF THE DASH FLYING A OCCUPANTS DURING A COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"10764591","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE DASHBOARD WAS CRACKED ABOVE THE AIR BAG HOUSING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DASHBOARD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"diesel-fuel-injection-pump-failure","label":"Diesel fuel injection pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681960","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL INJECTION PUMP CP4 HAD A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE AS I WAS DRIVING ON A HEAVILY TRAVELED FOUR LANE HIGHWAY, US RT.20. I LOST POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10607796","quote_2_text":"DRIVING FROM GM DEALER FOR TWO MILES CHANGE FUEL FILTER MESSAGE APPEARED AND ENGINE DIED. TOWED TO A DEALER DIAGNOSED AS A HIGH PRESSURE INJECTOR PUMP FAILURE WITH METAL CONTAMINATION TO FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10520844","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRUCK WILL SHUT OFF LIKE YOU TURNED THE KEY OFF. VERY DANGEROUS WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sudden-stall-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Sudden engine and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10854466","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, TRUCK SHUT OFF EXCEPT FOR THE LIGHTS. LOST POWERS STEERING, BRAKES ETC","quote_2_odi":"10810661","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER WHICH RESULTED IN A FRONT END COLLISION WITH A GUARDRAIL","quote_3_odi":"10500581","quote_3_text":"SUDDEN SHUTDOWN OF ALL SYSTEMS. ENGINE SHUT OFF AND ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS SHUT DOWN. UNABLE TO RESTART OR GET ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TO WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"transmission-shifting-and-power-loss-towing","label":"Transmission shifting and reduced engine power while towing","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10949976","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT PROPERLY WHEN TOWING A TRAILER. WHILE GOING UP A HILL, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT DOWNSHIFT PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"10531497","quote_2_text":"WHILE PULLING MY FIFTH WHEEL TRAILER 12500# AT HIGHWAY SPEED 65 MPH PULLING A GRADE THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE REDUCED ENGINE POWER MESSAGE APPEARED ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"10521476","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE AS THE WARNING LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE BEYOND 35 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10561304","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND BECAME INVOLVED IN A SIX VEHICLE CRASH. THE CONTACT'S AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10574287","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE MOUNTAINS, I SWERVED TO MISS AN ANIMAL, TOOK THE DITCH, HIT TWO TREES, SOME BOULDERS AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 47 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10588319","quote_3_text":"THE DPS OFFICER TOLD MY HUSBAND HE HIT A CULVERT AND FLIPPED 5- 6 TIMES. WITNESSES HAD TO PULL HIM OUT OF THE TRUCK AND HAD MENTIONED THERE WAS A SLIGHT FIRE THAT THEY PUT OUT. DURING ALL OF THIS NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-brake-failure-vibration","label":"Brake failure to stop and vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10667944","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD TWO INCIDENTS WITH THE BRAKES WHERE THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP WITH THE BRAKES FULLY APPLIED. THE FIRST TIME WAS WHEN THE VEHICLE HAD APPROXIMATELY 15000 MILES ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11690612","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the ABS independently engaged. A dealer was contacted","quote_3_odi":"10572546","quote_3_text":"SEVERE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING AT 40 PLUS MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11549542","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle veered to the side of the road and was restarted","quote_2_odi":"10585259","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAITED FIVE MINUTES BEFORE RESTARTING THE VEHICLE AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED FOUR TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11418356","quote_3_text":"While driving carrying a full load in the back of the truck, the engine began to lose power, started running rough and then died without any warning within a matter of seconds. No indicator light or warnings were displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-power-steering-leaks","label":"Power steering leaks and intermittent lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10652681","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2013 GMC SIERRAHD 2500 AND I AM EXPERIENCING POWER STEERING FAILURES. GMC IS REFUSING TO FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY CANT FIND IT","quote_2_odi":"10577560","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY TRUCK IN FOR A GRINDING NOISE THE STEERING RACK WAS MAKING WHEN TURNING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A POWER STEERING GEAR, COMMON PROBLEM AND THEY WOULD FIX IT BECAUSE IT WAS UNDER WARRANTY, THEY SOLVED THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11175747","quote_3_text":"AT LOW SPEED THE POWER STEERING LOCKS UP AND IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO OPERATE WHEN TURNING EITHER DIRECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delays and dashboard cracking","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11453445","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"10851520","quote_2_text":"I PICKED UP MY TRUCK TODAY AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY FOUND A CRACK IN THE DASH LOCATED BEHIND THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. ONLY 6K MILES OUT OF WARRANTY. HOW CONVENIENT FOR GM","quote_3_odi":"11544454","quote_3_text":"The passenger side airbag recall involves the removal of the dashboard and the dealer advised the dashboard may break during this process and I am responsible for the cost to install a new one. Their estimate was $1500.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2013-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission control module and shifting failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11525589","quote_1_text":"There are over 9,000 GM trucks that are sitting idle because GM quit making this part, There are no after market replacements nationwide. When this part fails it shifts the transmission into 2-3 rd gear and goes into limp mode which if you are doing 70 on the interstate you are","quote_2_odi":"11445054","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway at 75 MPH when the Transmission Control Module overheat and put my truck into third gear causing the truck to speed unsafe","quote_3_odi":"10573132","quote_3_text":"MY TRANSMISSION SLIPS BETWEEN 2ND AND 3RD GEAR AT LEAST 4 TIMES A MONTH. THE DEALER TOLD ME THAT IF I CANT PROVE IT OR IF IT DOESN'T DO IT WHEN THEY DRIVE IT THEN THEY CANT PERFORM A DIAGNOSTIC TEST TO FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment failure or unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10735304","quote_1_text":"WHILE SITTING PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY WITH THE CAR IN PARK AND THE ENGINE IDLING, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS ON MY 2014 GMC SIERRA DEPLOYED FOR NO IDENTIFIABLE REASON","quote_2_odi":"10561907","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT BEHIND 2 OTHER VEHICLES. A VEHICLE FROM BEHIND STRUCK ME AT APPX 40 MPH AND RAMMED ME INTO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAB OF MY TRUCK FILLED WITH A WHITE. \"SMOKE\". I WAS TOLD BY BOTH FIREMEN AND WRECKER DRIVER AIRBAGS HAD ACTIVATED BUT NOT DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11504615","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. No injuries were sustained","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-dim-headlights","label":"Inadequate low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10682667","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS ARE INSUFFICIENT. DRIVING AT NIGHT AWAY FROM THE CITY IS DANGEROUS. BRIGHTER AND WIDER LIGHT PATTERNS ARE NEEDED","quote_2_odi":"10705514","quote_2_text":"HEADLAMPS DO NOT ADEQUATELY LIGHT UP ROAD. VERY UNSAFE. DEALER WON'T HELP","quote_3_odi":"10788916","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WERE DIM AND PROVIDED POOR VISIBILITY. THE FAILURE WAS WORSE IN RAINY CONDITIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE LIGHTS LACKED VOLUME; HOWEVER, THEY DID NOT OFFER ANY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-engine-fuel-fire","label":"Engine compartment and fuel system fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10574059","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED FOR OVER THREE HOURS AT WHICH TIME IT WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES. THE ENTIRE ENGINE COMPARTMENT CONSUMED BY FIRE","quote_2_odi":"10681745","quote_2_text":"ON 12/12/14, MY HUSBAND CAME HOME AT APPROXIMATELY 2:00 PM AND APPROXIMATELY AN HOUR THE GARAGE WAS ON FIRE AND FIRE APPEARS TO HAVE STARTED IN THE TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11071586","quote_3_text":"GOT A RECALL ON DECEMBER 15, 2017 ABOUT THE SECOND GAS TANK ISSUE. ADVISED NOT TO FILL THE SECOND TANK BECAUSE IT CAUSE THE FRONT TANK TO EXPAND, RUB THE DRIVE SHAFT, AND CAUSE A LEAK AND POSSIBLE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-highspeed-vibration","label":"High-speed vibration in steering wheel and seat","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10555966","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2014 GMC SIERRA 1500 CREW CAB. THE VEHICLE HAS A VIBRATION ABOVE 40 MPH SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW IN JULY 2013. I HAVE HAD IT TO THE DEALERSHIP 6 TIMES, OF 4 TIRES ON THE VEHICLE THEY HAVE REPLACE 5 TIRES","quote_2_odi":"10703208","quote_2_text":"THE CENTER CONSOLE WITH SHAKE EXCESSIVELY IF GOING 70-80 MPH. IT WILL ALSO SHAKE BAD GOING DOWN A MAIN ROAD I DRIVE ON DAILY DOING 45-55 MPH. THE TRUCK HAS HAD THE TIRES REBALANCED TWICE NOW WITH NO SOLUTION FOUND","quote_3_odi":"10787566","quote_3_text":"REGARDING 2014 GMC SIERRA 6 CYLINDER FULL SIZE PICKUP. VEHICLE VIBRATES AS IF RUNNING OVER RUMBLE STRIPS AT APX 1500 RPM. LOCAL GM SERVICE CENTER AND GM CORPORATE REPRESENTATIVE STATED ABOVE IS NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lock-up during low-speed turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10898735","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE DRIVING, BRAKES IMMEDIATELY LESS EFFECTIVE","quote_2_odi":"11536524","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated while exiting his garage and making a right turn, the steering wheel became difficult to turn","quote_3_odi":"11620327","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while making a right turn into the driveway, the steering wheel had become stiff. No warning light had illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2014-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission control module failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11495337","quote_1_text":"Transmission Control Module TCM failed while driving down the freeway I84 in Boise Idaho. AC Delco part number 24256861. This caused the truck to go into limp mode when at highway speed","quote_2_odi":"10667806","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD APROX 45- 50 MPH TRANSMISSION KICKED INTO NEUTRAL CAUSING VEHICLE TO SLOW DOWN SUDDENLY ,ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED DUE TO SUDDEN SLOW DOWN . NO WHERE TO PULL OVER , AFTER LETTING OFF THE GAS KICKED INTO GEAR AND GOT IT HOME","quote_3_odi":"10559472","quote_3_text":"2014 GMC SIERRA 1500 ROLLS BACKWARDS WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE AND THE TRANSMISSION IS IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Roof rail air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11683447","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that after parking in the driveway and turning off the vehicle, approximately 30 minutes later, the rear passenger’s side roof rail air bag erroneously deployed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11595810","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V504000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11444736","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V504000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11209541","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON A BUSY ROADWAY AT 40 MPH WHEN FUEL FILTER WARNING LIGHT CAME ON SUDDENLY AND VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER - INCLUDING THE LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKING","quote_2_odi":"11476314","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a cp4 fuel pump. This pump has a high failure rate. Upon failure the vehicle shuts down and cannot be restarted. This can happen at any time and anywhere","quote_3_odi":"11657768","quote_3_text":"The contact owns 2015 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated for approximately a month","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-dim-headlights","label":"Insufficient low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10849881","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW AUGUST 2015. THE HEADLIGHT PROJECTION AND ILLUMINATION ON THIS VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY POOR ESPECIALLY DURING WET ROADS OR RAINING CONDITIONS. I HAVE TO USE THE FOG LIGHTS AT ALL TIMES AND STILL DO NOT HAVE ADEQUATE LIGHTING","quote_2_odi":"10854991","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT WAS DEFECTIVE AND DID NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHT COVERAGE. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENGAGE THE HIGH BEAMS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10693427","quote_3_text":"THE PROJECTION STYLE HEADLIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE THE ROADWAY SUFFICIENTLY ENOUGH AT NIGHT TO TRAVEL MORE THAN 30 MPH. WHILE TRAVELING ON RURAL AND MOUNTAIN ROADS YOU CANNOT SEE FAR ENOUGH TO SEE OBSTRUCTIONS, WILDLIFE OR PEDESTRIANS AT NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11578502","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Sierra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11325288","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA 3500. THE CONTACT STATED HER HUSBAND WAS DRIVING AT 20-30 MPH AND HAULING A TRAILER, THE DRIVER ENTERED THE HIGHWAY, MADE A RIGHT TURN AND THE VEHICLE LOSS OF POWER STEERING ASSIST AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER","quote_3_odi":"10611408","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING HOSE CAME OFF CAUSING A SUDDEN LOSE OF FLUID RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND POWER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake control system warning light","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11495699","quote_1_text":"The service trailer brake icon keeps appearing on my screen I’m afraid it’s going to not work properly when towing trailers it’s constantly going on and off I believe it’s the brake control module switch but also could be in the harness","quote_2_odi":"11483929","quote_2_text":"4 weeks ago, constant repeated loud chime and visual warning stating \" service trailer brake system\". This is constantly alarming and unable to be cancelled or acknowledged throughout the drive. This results in distracted driving","quote_3_odi":"10852825","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER ON MY K3500 TRUCK. RECENTLY THE MESSAGE \"CHECK TRAILER WIRING\" HAS BEEN COMING ON FREQUENTLY. AT THE SAME TIME, THE BRAKING CONTROLLER SHUTS OFF POWER TO THE TRAILER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2015-transmission-shift-anomaly","label":"Automatic transmission shift anomaly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10693290","quote_1_text":"2015 GMC SIERRA 6-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE @ 1800 MILES. AS I WAS DECELERATING FROM APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH TO MAKE A TURN INTO A ROAD THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AS EXPECTED TO LOW GEAR. AS I ACCELERATED THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED TO 2ND NORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10747035","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION VIBRATED CAUSING A HESITATION WHEN THE GEARS SHIFTED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE WAS MOST SEVERE WHILE DRIVING AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 40-50 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10766547","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE RANDOMLY AND REPEATEDLY SHIFTS INTO NEUTRAL FROM DRIVE, WITOUT ANY INPUT FROM DRIVER, DURING NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. VEHICLE RANDOMLY AND REPEATEDLY LOSES ACCELERATOR PEDAL CONTROL AND FUNCTIONALITY DURING NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2016-airbag-deer-strike","label":"Airbag failure or smoke after deer strike","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11588953","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 2500 HD. The contact stated that while driving at 64 MPH, he crashed head-on with a 350-pound deer. The deer went underneath the vehicle, and the driver ran over it with the passenger front tire. The driver's side air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11621956","quote_2_text":"a deer ran into the middle of the roadway and impacted the front grill and bumper. The Service Air Bag warning light was illuminated. After the impact, the contact noticed smoke was leaking into the interior of the vehicle from the front driver-side and passenger-side air bags","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2016-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Bosch CP4 fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11569266","quote_1_text":"Bosch CP4 fuel pump failure that shut down vehicle while driving, luckily did not cause an accident. Would not restart. Damaged entire fuel system including injectors and now have $17,000 in damage that needs repaired","quote_2_odi":"11532754","quote_2_text":"I own a 2016 GMC 3500 Diesel that had a serious mechanical breakdown while traveling on the freeway. The truck lost all motive power and needed to coast across 4 freeway lanes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2016-rear-defrost-smoke","label":"Rear defroster smoke and window failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11450594","quote_1_text":"I had the rear defrost running, and began to hear a sizzling/hissing sound in the back seat. After a minute of hearing this noise, I noticed smoke coming from the rear sliding window. I immediately turned off the rear defrost","quote_2_odi":"11448788","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Sierra 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH with the defroster engaged, she noticed smoke on the rear electric sliding glass window and smelled a burning odor","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2016-steering-box-excessive-play","label":"Excessive play in steering wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11387014","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE PLAY IN STEERING WHEEL 2 TO 3\" VERY UNSAFE, AT ALL TIMES WHEN DRIVING. GM IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT NOT DOING ANYTHING ABOUT A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. SERVICE BULLETIN PIT5501D. SOMETHING NEEDS TO BE DONE","quote_2_odi":"11191309","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL HAS SLOP/PLAY IN IT. WHEEL HAS 3-4 INCHES OF PLAY BEFORE IT CATCHES. CAN DRIVE DOWN ROAD AND 1 MIN WHEEL IS TO THE LEFT NEXT ITS TO RIGHT TO KEEP TRUCK GOING STRAIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2016-trailer-brake-stabilitrak-fault","label":"Trailer brake and stabilitrak fault codes","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11595591","quote_1_text":"When braking, the service trailer brake system message and service stabilitrac message appear on the dash and brake pedal gets soft to hard repeatedly and truck pulls from side to side violently as if one side of the trucks brakes are working and the other side is not","quote_2_odi":"11676023","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road and I got a service trailer brake code pop up and would not go away and kept dinging It is very distracting and sometimes causes the trailer brakes to malfunction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2017-brake-vacuum-loss","label":"Loss of brake pedal assist from vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11306555","quote_1_text":"BRAKE VACUUM PUMP FAILURE. VEHICLE BRAKE PEDAL BECOMES VERY HARD TO DEPRESS AT SLOW SPEED AND VERY HARD TO STOP. USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN IN SLOW TRAFFIC AND AFTER THE PEDAL IS DEPRESS MORE THAN 2-3 TIMES IN A ROW","quote_2_odi":"11172529","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING MY 2017 GMC SIERRA WITH MY WIFE AND YOUNG SON. I WENT TO STOP AT A RED LIGHT AND HAD NO BRAKES. THE BRAKE WAS VERY HARD TO PUSH AND MADE A FUNNY CLICKING NOISE WHEN I SHOVED IT TO THE FLOOR. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO AVOID A COLLISION AND PULL INTO A PARKING LOT. I","quote_3_odi":"11310961","quote_3_text":"MY 2017 GMC SIERRA DENALI HAD ALREADY BEEN THE SUBJECT OF THE RECALL RELATING TO THE BRAKE ISSUE. SHORTLY AFTER THEY PERFORMED THIS RECALL WORK THE BRAKES BEGAN FAILING AT LOW SPEED. WHEN DRIVING BELOW 5 MPH, THE PEDAL WHICH SUDDENLY FALL AND THE ABS WOULD TRIGGER. DURING THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2017-hard-shift-failure","label":"Hard or delayed transmission shifting and gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11011130","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC SIERRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT OUT OF GEAR AND THERE WAS A DELAY OF THREE TO FOUR SECONDS BEFORE SHIFTING INTO SECOND GEAR. THE FAILURE RECURRED EVERY MORNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (JIM","quote_2_odi":"11688844","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while shifting from park(P) to drive(D), the engine revved, but the vehicle failed to move forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a certified mechanic, who determined that the","quote_3_odi":"11306166","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH THEIR WAS SUDDEN LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER AND THE GEARS DISENGAGED. THE CONTACT STATED THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2017-headlight-visibility","label":"Insufficient headlight output for nighttime driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11056076","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON MY NEW GMC SIERRA 2500HD DENALI ARE HORRIBLE AND UNSAFE FOR DRIVING AT NIGHT. THE 25 WATT RATING AND 2,000 LUMENS ON THE OEM HID BULBS DO NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE, SAFE LIGHTING FOR OPERATING MY VEHICLE. I ALREADY HIT A DEER WITH MY BRAND NEW TRUCK BECAUSE I","quote_2_odi":"11297243","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT ON THIS TRUCK ARE EXTREMELY HORRIBLE AND UNSAFE AT NIGHT TIME. THE LIGHT OUTPUT IS WORST THEN ANY OTHER VEHICLE I HAVE EVER DROVE. GM NEEDS TO STAND BEHIND THE ISSUE AND PROVIDE A SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"11065003","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS SHAKE OR FLICKER AT THE SLIGHTEST BUMP OR CRACK IN ROAD. GM IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM BUT HAS NO FIX NOR DO THEY PLAN TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2017-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable for extended period","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11460578","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V496000 (Equipment) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","quote_2_odi":"11301554","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 19V328000 (ENGINE) HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11187499","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC SIERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V088000 (FUEL SYSTEM) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE IN FEBRUARY OF 2019. SPRINGFIELD BUICK GMC (431 RIVER ST, NORTH SPRINGFIELD, VT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2017-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and vibration at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11287017","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS SHUDDERING AND SHACKING AT SPEEDS ANY WHERE FROM 35 TO 55 MPH. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT'S A KNOWN TORQUE CONVERTER ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11291983","quote_2_text":"WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY, I EXPERIENCE A SHAKE/SHUDDER WHEN AT SPEEDS OF 50 MPH AND HIGHER. VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER STATED THAT THE TORQUE CONVERTER DID SHUDDER. DEALER CHANGED TRANSMISSION FLUID AND I WAS ADVISED TO DRIVE FOR 200 MILES TO SEE IF PROBLEM WAS","quote_3_odi":"11298142","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2017 GMC SIERRA DENALI 1500. I BOUGHT IT NEW AND IT HAS VERY, VERY LOW MILEAGE. AT VARIOUS SPEEDS THERE IS A VIBRATION. FEELS LIKE I AM DRIVING OVER RUMBLE STRIPS. I HAVE ALWAYS NOTICED IT BUT MOSTLY THOUGHT IT WAS JUST SPOTS ON THE ROAD THAT WERE CAUSING IT. I STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-exhaust-heat-towing","label":"Exhaust heat damage to towed trailer","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11485406","quote_1_text":"The exhaust system is directed to the rear of the vehicle and when towing causes extreme heat to build on the item being towed, in my case a 5th wheel camper. The heat has melted the trim on my camper and is a potential fire hazard","quote_2_odi":"11341106","quote_2_text":"WHILE TOWING A FIFTH WHEEL CAMPER, THE EXHAUST WAS SO HOT IT MELTED THE CAMPER DIRECTLY BEHIND IT. WAS CAUGHT IN SIDE MIRROR BEFORE ANYTHING CAUGHT ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-fuel-system-derate","label":"Fuel system failure causing derate or stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11648405","quote_1_text":"Def heater connection on the tank will arc and melt down causing engine derate and costly repairs. Gm know and has released a service bulletins in 2022. Bulletins N212342980. But even with bulletins done still fails. And talking todealer ships it a very common problem and there","quote_2_odi":"11456331","quote_2_text":"In short, the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) reductant heater failed which requires the entire DEF tank assembly (part 85138746) to be replaced on my 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. This cause the truck to go into \"limp\" mode where it will not travel above 65 mph, and after another period","quote_3_odi":"11627460","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle jerked, lost motive power, and almost stopped unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot, where the vehicle shut","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-rear-axle-lockup","label":"Rear axle lockup and valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11598370","quote_1_text":"driving 65mph when vehicle attempted to downshift itself for no reason when instead the rear axles locked up and made a massively loud bang as if axle fell off, let off gas, smoke pouring from rear tires, skidded about 8 feet, it released then locked up 2 more times within 30","quote_2_odi":"11672242","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently went into LIMP Mode. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the transmission valve","quote_3_odi":"11602485","quote_3_text":"driving 65mph on interstate, attempted to change lanes to pass slower vehicle and pressed upon accelerator pedal...truck violently skidded to a stop and sent me onto shoulder, many vehicles behind me swerved to avoid my vehicle. GM wont repair and says since they cant replicate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-rear-window-leak","label":"Rear window water intrusion","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11670439","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH with passengers seated in the rear seats, the passengers became aware that water was entering the vehicle between the window and frame. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was","quote_2_odi":"11563552","quote_2_text":"Rear sliding window is leaking water into the cabin","quote_3_odi":"11497794","quote_3_text":"Rear window leaking on 2020 gmc truck due to faulty rear window seal and plastic slide. Known issue in 2020 models with a service bulletin already in place. Headliner saturated and black mold showing. Rear back liner has been saturated multiple times and gmc would not refund the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-tailgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11631616","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while towing a trailer, the tailgate unintendedly opened while making a right turn. Due to the failure, the end of the tailgate was ripped in half. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number","quote_2_odi":"11631170","quote_2_text":"The tailgate automatically opened while I was driving. I was sure the tailgate was shut and latched properly prior to the incident","quote_3_odi":"11605969","quote_3_text":"There is a current safety recall N232426400 on GMC pickups including the year of my truck. GMC is saying that my VIN is not covered by the recall. However, I have the multi-pro tailgate and it came open about 6 months ago on its own as i was backing up and it caused me to run","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11522434","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Sierra 3500 equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler Trail Runner, Tire Size: LT275/65/R20), DOT Number: (NA). The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the vehicle exhibited the death wobble, causing the vehicle to","quote_2_odi":"11495345","quote_2_text":"Goodyear Wrangler Trailrunner AT, LT275/65R20, factory installed on a 2020 GMC Sierra Denali 3500. While traveling 60 mph pulling a fifth wheel in South Texas on a clear and dry day, the rear passenger tire unexpectedly lost its tread. As we slowed down, it completely lost tire","quote_3_odi":"11482843","quote_3_text":"These tires are Good Year Wrangler Trail Runner AT size LT275/65 R20. My total mileage on these tires was 42,751. These were the original tires that were installed when the truck was purchased new. My Tires are rotated every 7,500 miles. Tire pressure is maintained at the exact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra-3500-2020-trailer-brake-loss","label":"Dash power reduction with trailer brake loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11418595","quote_1_text":"The computer lite up the dash and reduced power, plus took the trailer brakes off line. This happened while loaded. To reset the system you have to pull over and turn the vehicle off. This happens 2-3 times per day. This was a problem at 600 miles. The transmission shifted from","quote_2_odi":"11418617","quote_2_text":"The computer lights up dash reducing power and taking the trailer brakes away. This almost caused a wreck when the truck shut off and the brakes failed. This truck has been in the shop at least once per month trying to fix the issues, from computer and brake failure to injector","quote_3_odi":"11418543","quote_3_text":"The computer malfunctions. It is available for inspection. The computer lights up and causes failure in the trailer brakes. Glenn Polk the dealership in Sanger Texas has been working on a fix but has yet to come up with one. I have spoken with General Motors Representatives","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera and infotainment screen loss of image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05-12 → 2025-08-14","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680762","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera screen displayed an image of the ground. The contact stated that the image was approximately ten feet behind the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated","quote_2_odi":"11660333","quote_2_text":"There is a known issue with these trucks with the infotainment screen blacking out, which renders the backup cameras inoperative. This is a huge safety risk and its astounding to me that this hasn't been recalled yet","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-def-system-failure","label":"Diesel exhaust fluid system malfunction and speed restriction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01-10 → 2024-11-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623109","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances of diesel engine emissions system parts and software failure. While driving, towing or not, the DIC would randomly display a message that the DEF level is low and reduced speed will occur in x-amount of miles and that mileage would then begin a visible…","quote_2_odi":"11459422","quote_2_text":"I was told there were issues with the heater and pump. The heater turns high or the heater won’t work; and there are issues with the connector.02/24/22: My truck has 16,000 approx. miles. The check engine light came on and displayed message that I had so many miles until truck…","quote_3_odi":"11454519","quote_3_text":"The diesel exhaust fluid heater is a faulty component in the system, there is a back order on the part with no ETA • My pickup only does 55MPH right now and soon to do 5MPH you cannot drive on a public road doing 5MPH •There is thousands of other people having the same exact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-rear-defroster-melting","label":"Rear defroster activation causing plastic melting and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-09-08 → 2025-09-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11685740","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife had the vehicle idling with the rear defroster activated, shortly afterwards, she observed smoke coming from the plastic on the rear sliding window. After a visual inspection, the contact's wife observed that the plastic was melting…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake pedal loss and caliper seizure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10-26 → 2024-04-19","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11584171","quote_1_text":"With 42,774 miles on the vehicle, and the onboard monitor for brake wear showing remaining brake life at 94% front and 96% rear, brake fluid reservoir between Max and Min the brake pedal went soft and the vehicle would not stop. I resorted to putting the vehicle in neutral and…","quote_2_odi":"11438295","quote_2_text":"the brakes are extremely soft; to the point where I must depress the pedal to the floor to get it stopped even at slow speeds.   I hoped it was just an air bubble from the repair; but the fluid levels are full and the dealer had no ideas on what could be wrong at this point","quote_3_odi":"11743698","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle owner was driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver noticed that the rear wheels were attempting to lockup. The contact stated that the failure was noticeable while driving forward and while reversing.  No warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-tire-tread-separation","label":"Rear tire tread separation on highway","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-05-24 → 2023-05-24","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11523697","quote_1_text":"The right rear tire (Goodyear Wrangler 275/65R20) separated and blew out on the highway, the truck was very difficult to control however it was safely stopped and there were no injuries.  There was no observed warning prior to the blow out.  The tire separation caused damage to…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-trailer-brake-disconnect","label":"Trailer brake wiring connection intermittent disconnect","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-06-10 → 2021-06-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11420443","quote_1_text":"Trailer brake wiring connection continually disconnectsthen reconnects some time later. Some periods of up to 10 minutes without having trailer braking power. Major safety issue when toeing fifth wheel trailer. We lost brakes going down steep grades","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and unintended gear shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04-03 → 2025-11-24","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701315","quote_1_text":"During takeoff the transmission acted as if it was in neutral while I was crossing traffic luckily, the semi truck that was coming towards me was able to stop.  I had the vehicle towed to a shop. After the vehicle was towed to the shop the transmission acted normal when the…","quote_2_odi":"11617429","quote_2_text":"While driving 55mph on a 2 lane road, pulling a 5th wheel camper, the truck transmission downshifted by itself to a low gear. This caused a scary and immediate deceleration from 55 to 25mph. The trailer wanted to push into the oncoming lane the deceleration was so fast","quote_3_odi":"11638908","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed uphill, the vehicle failed to shift to a gear higher than 5th gear. Additionally, the rear wheels locked up, causing the vehicle to come to a stop. The driver attempted to resume driving, but the vehicle failed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-airbag-seatbelt-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment and seat belt failure in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-08-16 → 2022-08-16","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11479481","quote_1_text":"I was rear ended by a semi truck and the passenger side was side swiped by the semi. I was driving the truck with my wife and two kids as passengers. The truck was completely totaled. No airbags deployed and the seat belts did not restrain us. All 4 of us were wearing seat…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-hood-vent-detachment","label":"Hood-mounted air vent detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-10 → 2026-04-29","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734559","quote_1_text":"While traveling at highway speed, the hood-mounted air vent (factory-installed component) on my 2022 GMC Sierra 3500 HD suddenly detached from the vehicle without warning. Upon separation, the vent was propelled backward, striking both the hood and the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11690071","quote_2_text":"Water leak at the rear window leading to mold growth. Continues to leak after repaired twice by dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-parking-sensor-chip-delay","label":"Delayed parking sensor installation due to chip shortage","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01-28 → 2023-03-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11510497","quote_1_text":"I drive a GMC HD (3500) which has significant blind spots and Increased safety risks to pedestrians as a result of no warning detection systems during parking in lots and on streets. I would like to have this risk mitigated by having GMC honor the agreements and commitments to…","quote_2_odi":"11504197","quote_2_text":"Bought. New 2022 GMC HD 3500 last year and signed form from GMC saying front and rear parking sensors were delayed until December 2023, related to supply chain issues. I have continually tried to get a status of the needed micro chips and now have been told today that GMC has no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-rear-window-water-intrusion","label":"Rear windshield frame water leak and intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-27 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11752098","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear windshield frame was cracked, which allowed water to leak into the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately…","quote_2_odi":"11690071","quote_2_text":"Water leak at the rear window leading to mold growth. Continues to leak after repaired twice by dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-tire-tread-separation","label":"Rear tire tread separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04-26 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11671424","quote_1_text":"The left rear tire had completely lost its tread, only the steel belts were showing.  Thus caused significant damage to the fender and tailgate of the truck.  The tire remained inflated.  Another driver pulled over in front of me and stated that the separated part had damaged…","quote_2_odi":"11654125","quote_2_text":"We were traveling about 74 mph on Hwy 90 going westbound, when suddenly we heard an explosion and noticed pieces of the passenger rear tires coming apart. It was about 90 degrees when we were on the road, and I had checked the tire pressure earlier that day, and it was at the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-trailer-brake-control","label":"Integrated trailer brake control module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07-02 → 2025-08-27","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11612567","quote_1_text":"When towing our 5th wheel RV we started getting messages on the computer that the trailer brakes were not working due to an issue with the brake controller. Trailer brakes would come and go. The only time we got notification was when towing. Only 20 minutes after getting the…","quote_2_odi":"11604806","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving on several occasions, the \"Check Trailer Wiring\" message was displayed. Additionally, when the brake pedal was depressed however, the trailer did not slow as intended; however, the rear brake lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2022-transmission-valve-limp","label":"Transmission control valve failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05-07 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11685316","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate we were exiting to pull into a rest area while slowing down the rear wheels momentarily locked up and the truck downshifted hard and abruptly with that happening the check engine light came on along with a decreased power message","quote_2_odi":"11756953","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated before going into LIMP Mode. A dealer was contacted. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed with transmission control…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-adaptive-cruise-misrepresentation","label":"Adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist not functional","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07-14 → 2024-08-30","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11532347","quote_1_text":"On March 22, 2023, my wife and I purchased a new 2023 GMC Sierra 3500 Denali from Coast Buick GMC. Before purchasing, we asked the salesman if it had adaptive cruise control and lane keep assist, and he said yes and showed us the buttons","quote_2_odi":"11595266","quote_2_text":"Lastly, this vehicle was advertised as having adaptive cruise and it does not have the capability (chip) to do so","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-brake-controller-towing","label":"Trailer brake controller shutoff during towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11-10 → 2025-11-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698528","quote_1_text":"The brake controller on trucks error out while towing.   Shuts brakes off.  Not a good thing towing 16,000lbs down hill.   Almost accident.   Destroyed my truck brakes and warped rotors","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-electrical-rear-defrost-trailer","label":"Rear defrost melted window plastic and trailer wiring faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-19 → 2024-08-30","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611799","quote_1_text":"The rear window defrost causes an electrical issue that melted the plastic on our rear sliding window. Dealer claims we put something hot against the window but we did not. This appeared after we used the rear defrost","quote_2_odi":"11595266","quote_2_text":"We’ve had issues with the electrical system/brake lights when we hook any trailer (horse/boat/utility) to the truck. One issue is that the system shows unconnected and the trailer lights blink or do not work","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-fuel-system-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-28 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749639","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a catastrophic fuel system failure involving the high-pressure fuel pump and related fuel system components. While driving, the engine began stalling and lost power, making the vehicle unsafe to operate","quote_2_odi":"11714077","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the high way and the vehicle started having issues and then it completely shut off and wouldn’t drive or anything in the middle of the highway and the dash said it was reducing power","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-tailgate-latch-recall","label":"Tailgate latch recall repair part unavailability","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-04-15 → 2024-04-15","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11583161","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V060000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-tire-separation","label":"Goodyear Wrangler OEM tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-19 → 2026-06-19","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745287","quote_1_text":"275/65R20  - Goodyear Wrangler.  This is the tire that came with the vehicle.  It had approximately 32,000 miles.  The tire separated and exploded.  We installed the spare but one of the other tires is getting ready to explode","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"10-speed transmission valve body failure and wheel lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-04-08 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737984","quote_1_text":"While out of Town driving back home Wheel lock up on my 3500hd dually 2023 gmc .. vehicle had shudder effect and from 75 to 25 mph drasticly and engine reduced power light came on and wouldn’t come out of drive","quote_2_odi":"11661455","quote_2_text":"Transmission issues 5/5/2025, bearly 15,000 miles on it, was excelerating from a stop heading down hill when rear tires locked up, engine downshifted, engine light and limp mode flashed across my screen","quote_3_odi":"11623467","quote_3_text":"We were traveling to our cabin in Southern Utah when the Transmission Control Solenoid Valve stuck in an \"on\" position.  We were unable to accelerate more than 55 miles per hour.  We stopped in St. George and went to the Chevy dealer for a fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-brake-rotor-pad-hose","label":"Brake rotor, pad, and hose failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749321","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front and rear brake caliper hoses collapsed. The failure caused a complete loss of braking ability. No warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11680078","quote_2_text":"This is my 4th GM 3500 dully and the first time with this kind of problem. I took my truck in for inspection and it came back with a clean bill of health about 25,000 miles on the 2024. When I got it back I noticed a vibration when breaking","quote_3_odi":"11630713","quote_3_text":"Breaks and/or drive train. It is available for inspection. 1) Breaks sink causing slowed break time and decreased breaking ability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-electrical-module-failure","label":"Electrical control module and computer system failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622346","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, the vehicle has suffered from a severe computer failure","quote_2_odi":"11633831","quote_2_text":"Car will not turn off and will display \"Shift to Park\". Similar recall on other models. This has gotten worse and happens most of the time now","quote_3_odi":"11718551","quote_3_text":"This 2024 GMC Sierra Heavy Duty has experienced a continuous pattern of major mechanical and electrical failures since early ownership. The vehicle required a complete engine replacement under warranty at approximately 43,626 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-engine-failure-no-start","label":"Engine failure, knock, and no-start condition","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561998","quote_1_text":"Vehicle would crank over but not start. Diagnosed as Electronic Control Module by dealer. Part ordered on 12/6/23, GM does not have part available as of 12/27/23, vehicle unable to be driven","quote_2_odi":"11658087","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11700192","quote_3_text":"The engine oil drained into the radiator from a flaw in there design in which outrageously high labor cost for the owner of the vehicle they put a rubber house in the radiator in which leaked without any warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-steering-vibration-align","label":"Steering wheel vibration and alignment drift","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615826","quote_1_text":"since new there is a violent vibration in the steering wheel and floor boards. steering wheel oscillates side to side at speed from 38mph to very bad at 65mph. Dealer has had it 5 times and still cant fix it","quote_2_odi":"11560701","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has had steering and alignment issues since the day I purchased the truck. The steering wheel is not centered. The steering wheel is always turned to the left but the vehicle pulls to the right","quote_3_odi":"11735445","quote_3_text":"The control arm bearing appears to have failed without warning causing loss of steering control. This occurred at low speed on a street in [XXX] last night near a gas station, so the driver was able to drive to a safe location easily without risk to life","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-tailgate-unintended-open","label":"Tailgate opens or drops unintended","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11600069","quote_1_text":"1 - the failed component is the tailgate. The tailgate lowers automatically without any input from me while the vehicle is in operation. It has happened three times since buying the truck in February 2024","quote_2_odi":"11622341","quote_2_text":"On at least 5 occasions, my inner tailgate has released itself and gone down during motion. This has been uncommanded. It appears GM has a recall for this but it does not include my truck","quote_3_odi":"11669849","quote_3_text":"Tailgate opens when in park. Caused damage when parked in the garage. The tailgate hit the garage door. Recall under N242469160, but not attached to my VIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-trailer-brake-module","label":"Trailer brake controller and module failure while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690268","quote_1_text":"My truck is experiencing the Brake Controller failures as documented in GM Bulletin N232414840 - Customer Satisfaction Program Intermittent Loss of Trailer Brakes. This problem has occurred several times over the past year","quote_2_odi":"11589523","quote_2_text":"The in cab brake controller does not work with electric over hydraulic trailer brakes. In my research to diagnose and fix the problem I find out GMC has known about this for years and has done nothing to correct","quote_3_odi":"11609889","quote_3_text":"The truck disengages the 5th wheel trailer brakes. The DIC states \"Trailer brakes disabled - service required\". I intermittently lose trailer braking capability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Sierra 3500","model_slug":"sierra-3500","cluster_id":"sierra3500-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714631","quote_1_text":"Rear wheel lockup event in traffic while towing 24000lb 5th wheel on freeway. Vehicle was limped to a dealer, diagnosed as a transmission valve body failure. Repair took over 1 month stranding us over 1500 from home while on a trip","quote_2_odi":"11660712","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Sierra 3500. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 50 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and failed to exceed 50 MPH. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11655726","quote_3_text":"Transmission has a bad vibration at low RPMs under acceleration as well as slipping and hard shifts. A few times the transmission has locked up the briefly. It also runs very hot between 180 and 249 degrees","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/sierra-3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-dashboard-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag panel","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11132673","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD HAS CRACKED IN TWO PLACES. THE VEHICLE IS GARAGE KEPT WHEN NOT IN USE. I AM CONCERNED THAT DASHBOARD PIECES MAY INJURE THE DRIVER OR PASSENGERS DURING A VEHICLE ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10981661","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC DENALI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD CRACKED WHERE THE AIR BAG WAS LOCATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER, BUT IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED BECAUSE IT WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND NOT INCLUDED IN A RECALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-hvac-defroster-failure","label":"HVAC and defroster inoperative with instrument panel fault","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11706578","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the center console display intermittently malfunctioned and became inoperable. During the failure, the HVAC system was no longer blowing hot air","quote_2_odi":"11498635","quote_2_text":"The defroster/ radio control/ heating area stopped working. Upon visiting a mechanic was told they never seen this or heard of this happening before and quoted me over $1,000.00 dollars to fix stating that due to Federal Law they have to give an estimate but this problem not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-stabilitrak-power-reduction","label":"StabiliTrak warning with reduced engine power at speed","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11396239","quote_1_text":"DRIVING 50 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, MY CAR DECIDED TO 'REDUCE ENGINE POWER' AND 'SERVICE STABILITRAK' CAME ON, IMMEDIATELY MAKING THE CAR SLOW DANCE FORCIBLY TO 25 MPH. THE CAR WAS SHAKING AND STEPPING ON THE GAS DID NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"11464699","quote_2_text":"My 2010 Terrain had been been intermittent dash warnings for “Service StabiliTrac” and “Engine Power Reduced” which would force the engine to reduce the speed itself down to about 30 MPH. After turning off car and restarting, warnings would go away","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-timing-chain-oil-consumption","label":"Timing chain wear and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11408274","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, WHEN SHE HEARD A RATTLING NOISE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RICHARD KAY SUPERSTORE (1935 PEARMAN DAIRY RD, ANDERSON, SC 29625) TO BE DIAGNOSED","quote_2_odi":"11429353","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 GMC Terrain. The contact stated the vehicle would not exceed 15 MPH and was consuming a significant amount of engine oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11444728","quote_3_text":"MY TERRAIN RECENTLY GOT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON THE MECHANIC IS TELLING ME THAT IT IS THE TIMING CHAIN THAT ALL OF THIS VEHICLES HAVE THIS PROBLEM AND I GOT LUCKY IT ONLY JUMPED ONE TOOTH TO REPAIR WILL COST ME AROUND $ 1500","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and failure to engage gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10864358","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING AND DID NOTHING BUT REV HIGH RPMS. HAD TO PULL OVER TO THE EMERGENCY LANE, AT WHICH POINT I HAD TO TURN OFF THE TERRAIN. ONCE RESTARTED, THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10818397","quote_2_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE VEHICLE SWITCHED ITSELF INTO REVERSE, PROPELLING THE VEHICLE BACKWARDS ALMOST STRIKING THE VEHICLE BEHIND ME","quote_3_odi":"11446164","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AS I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 4 IN ORLANDO FLORIDA. THE VEHICLE SLIPPED OUT OF GEAR AND REVVED AS I APPLIED THE GAS. IT SLOWED AND I HAD TO SLIP IT INTO NEUTRAL THEN BACK INTO TO DRIVE TO GET IT TO CATCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2010-wiper-linkage-failure","label":"Windshield wiper linkage separation during operation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11217082","quote_1_text":"THE WIPER FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF A HEAVY STORM ON THE HIGHWAY. VEHICLE HAD TO BE PULLED OVER TO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND BECAME UNDRIVEABLE UNTIL THE RAIN SUBSIDED","quote_2_odi":"11066756","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DURING HEAVY DOWNPOUR AT NIGHT WITH RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, THE WIPERS SUDDENLY STOPPED MID MOTION. I IMMEDIATELY BLINDLY PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I COULD HEAR THE WIPER MOTOR, BUT THE WIPERS WEREN'T WORKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2011-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11471656","quote_1_text":"The service airbag warning light came on in the vehicle last week. I took the car to be serviced. Per service advisor, the passenger side seat air bag was out of spec. Air bag wire had to be repaired","quote_2_odi":"11316384","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO HENDRICK SOUTHPOINT AUTO MALL LOCATED AT (127 KENTINGTON DR, DURHAM, NC 27713)","quote_3_odi":"11192831","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG READINESS LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AND \"SERVICE AIR BAG\" MESSAGE IS DISPLAYED. THERE HAVE BEEN RECALLS FOR THIS ON 2011 GMC TERRAINS BUT WHEN I LOOKED IT UP IT SAYS MY VEHICLE ISN'T COVERED IN THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2011-headlight-recall-parts-delay","label":"Headlight glare recall parts delay","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11507104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11468428","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH, the headlights were very dim causing a visibility hazard while driving at night. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11476382","quote_3_text":"General Motors Corporation has failed to remedy, in a timely manner, a known safety-related defect and, therefore, remains in non-compliance to a federal motor vehicle safety standard, a violation, in part, to S10.15.6 of FMVSS No. 108","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2011-oil-consumption-timing-chain","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11676206","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking engine oil. The check engine warning light was illuminated while driving at undisclosed speeds","quote_2_odi":"11520001","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made a loud knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_3_odi":"11669797","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as intended. The contact pulled over to the right side of the roadway and waited for towing assistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2011-transmission-failure-stalling","label":"Transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11366482","quote_1_text":"ONLY 87000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT, CAR STARTED TO SURGE WHILE DRIVING, AFTER PARKING IT WOULDN'T GO INTO REVERSE. THEN WHEN TRYING TO SEE IF IT WOULD STILL DRIVE FORWARD, WOULDN'T GO FASTER THAN 20 MILES AN HOUR, JUST STARTED REVVING WOULDN'T ENGAGE IN A GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11307372","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION WILL NOT ENGAGE IN ANY GEAR, HAS GONE COMPLETELY NONFUNCTIONAL. I HAVE RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM AND NOTICE THAT EVERY COMPLAINT IS THE SAME REGRADING THE TRANSMISSION. SAME MILEAGE AS OTHERS AND THIS PROBLEM OCCURS, THERE NEEDS TO BE A RECALL ON THIS MATTER","quote_3_odi":"11142907","quote_3_text":"THE GMC JERKS FORWARD AND IT ALMOST HIT PERSON IN FRONT. THEN WHEN IT SHIFT FROM 2ND TO 1ST IT JERKS DOWN INTO A STALL. SOMEONE COULD REAR END ME. BECAUSE OF THE SUDDENNESS OF THE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2011-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":397,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423744","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in the rain, the front windshield wipers were activated from low to high however, the wiper blades went up and failed to go back down","quote_2_odi":"11229506","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN DOWNPOURS, WHEN I ACTIVATED THE WIPERS THERE WAS A MECHANICAL NOISE AND BOTH WIPERS STOPPED WORKING, WHILE IN MOTION ON FREEWAY. FORCED TO DRIVE WITH NEAR ZERO VISIBILITY UNTIL NEXT SAFE STOPPING POINT WITH MY KIDS IN THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11220984","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON A BUSY HIGHWAY DURING A RAINSTORM AND THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED IN THE UP POSITION. I HAD TO SLOW DOWN QUICKLY AND FIND MY WAY ONTO THE SHOULDER SINCE VISIBILITY WENT TO ZERO AND THERE WAS TRAFFIC ALL AROUND ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2012-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Air bag deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11662388","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the front driver's side air bag unexpectedly deployed without an impact to the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11353822","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, WHEN TWO VEHICLES IN FRONT OF HIM CRASHED. THE CONTACT STATED HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11219747","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER GRANDSON WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40-45 MPH, A DEER JUMPED INTO THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE CAUSING SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2012-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11720511","quote_1_text":"The oil is depleting every month from the vehicle. Every 2-3 weeks I have to put oil in the vehicle because the oil is being absorbed. Is there a recall on this problem","quote_2_odi":"11649255","quote_2_text":"I have excessive oil consumption. I noticed the issue after getting my 3000-mile oil change. The technician said I only had 1 quart of oil, which I thought was extremely low","quote_3_odi":"11567406","quote_3_text":"My 4 cyl. AWD GMC Terrain has had excessive oil use which caused premature failure of the timing chain, loss of power/compression, blown engine, damage to exhaust manifold, cellinoids, and melted the catalytic converter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2012-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11741552","quote_1_text":"My car has started stalling and dying when i slow down, take off or when idling. No power when accelerated, and the smell of exhaust comes into my car","quote_2_odi":"11605673","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart; however, the failure recurred","quote_3_odi":"11501195","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle started hesitating and then stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2012-wiper-motor-linkage-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor and linkage failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11545190","quote_1_text":"I was driving while it was raining. The wipers stopped working. The driverside wiper jumped partially off the windshield. I had my mechanic inspect it. The fuses, relay, and wiper motor are operational. The bushing on the wiper transmission failed","quote_2_odi":"11538348","quote_2_text":"Wiper motor went out on me no warning","quote_3_odi":"11526991","quote_3_text":"Windshield wipers quit working. I can hear something, but blades don't move. I see the 2014-15 have a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-airbag-warning","label":"Service airbag warning message","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11406113","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MILES PER HOUR ON A TWO-LANE COUNTRY ROAD, A DEER STRUCK MY VEHICLE. THE FRONT GRILLE, RADIATOR, AND FIBERGLASS WERE DAMAGED. A STRONG BURNING SMELL BECAME APPARENT AND A 'SERVICE AIRBAG' WARNING MESSAGE APPEARED, BUT THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11243467","quote_2_text":"OUT OF NO WHERE MY CAR IS TELLING ME TO SERVICE AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11546611","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed there was extreme rust to the subframe and","quote_2_odi":"11501014","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be inspected however, the contact was informed that the vehicle could not be inspected due to the frame, rocker panel, rear bumper support, and the e-brake cable mounting bracket being","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-lighting-recall-parts","label":"Exterior lighting recall parts unavailable","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11538989","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11516482","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11209511","quote_1_text":"LARGE CONSUMPTION OF OIL AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STAYS ON HAVE TO ADD OIL EVERY WEEK","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-pcv-rear-main-seal","label":"Rear main seal leak from frozen PCV valve","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11448704","quote_1_text":"Bulletin 14882 from March 2015 - My Vehicle has all the same issues as this Bulletin along with Oil Consumption issue . Dealer stated there are 4 more of my exact vehicle under 100,000 mils with the same issue at GMC dealer . GMC will not honor extension on my vehicle and","quote_2_odi":"11299953","quote_2_text":"REAR ENGINE SEAL BLEW ACCORDING TO BULLETIN 14882 MARCH 2015 CAUSED BY A FROZEN PCV VALVE. PURCHASED THE VEHICLE USED FROM A GM DEALERSHIP AS A GOOD USED SUV. WHEN REPORTING THE PROBLEM,THEY SAID THERE WAS NO BULLETIN,CHANGED THEIR MIND,BUT SAID VIN DISQUALIFIED IT FOR REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-stabilitrak-reduced-power","label":"Stabilitrak warning with reduced engine power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11599815","quote_1_text":"I hit a pot hole and a stabilitrack error popped up. Also reduced engine power I was miles from home and could have easily caused a major accident on the road","quote_2_odi":"11297053","quote_2_text":"SHOWED STABILITY TRACK. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT SHOWED SERVICE STABILITY TRAK THEN ENGINE POWER REDUCED. IT TOOK MY SPEED FROM A 65 TO 35 IN AN INSTANT CAUSING ME TO ALMOST CRASH. THEN THE CAR STARTED TO JERK AS I TRIED TO DRIVE TO FIND SOMEWHERE SAFE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11500229","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stopped running due to timing chain issues at 106,000 miles. Dealer stated the 3.6L V6 is known to not last past 100k miles and they can't do anything. This needs to be a recall as it's a very prevalent problem","quote_2_odi":"11493600","quote_2_text":"Timing chain broke, No check engine line! Please get a recall going on this motor! I've read hundreds of RECENT posted complaints about this. This is not the trust of an American made supplier. Do the right thing. Please","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2013-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11496981","quote_1_text":"A loud popping noise was coming from the middle to back of vehicle. Upon inspection by independent repair shop a hole in side of transfer casing was found. No warning lamps came on to indicate any problem even after noise was heard. Once problem was determined it was felt that","quote_2_odi":"11268444","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT'S WIFE HEARD A GRINDING NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THERE WAS A LARGE HOLE IN THE TRANSFER CASE AND THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CERTIFIED MECHANIC STATED THAT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11541344","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light a vehicle one rear-ended the vehicle. This caused the contact to crash into in front of her. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11463700","quote_2_text":"None of the Airbags deployed in my 2014 GMC TERRIAN when I was in an accident.was struck very hard on rear passenger side spun around and hit a tree head one","quote_3_odi":"11429548","quote_3_text":"The front passenger airbag activated but did not deploy during a front end crash. There was a puff of smoke and it smelled like the airbag deployed but it did not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2014-headlight-illumination","label":"Inadequate headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11600806","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds at night, the headlight illumination was inadequate. The contact used the high-beam headlights while driving at night","quote_2_odi":"11488371","quote_2_text":"I went in yesterday, 10/6/22, for a fix to recall #N222363740. All they did was put an applique on the outside of both my headlights which came off at the car wash today","quote_3_odi":"11494809","quote_3_text":"I took the car in for a recall regarding the headlights. The recall number is N222363740. The dealer placed a sticker","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2014-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11671932","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of an abnormal odor coming from the engine compartment, with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11658263","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was adding approximately 3-4 quarts of oil every 1,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11533419","quote_3_text":"Vehicle's 3.6L engine is consuming excessive amounts of oil. Over 2 QT oil every 2,000 miles. Issue confirmed by GMC certified dealer and independent mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2014-rear-main-seal-pcv-freeze","label":"Rear main seal leak from frozen PCV valve","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11403668","quote_1_text":"THE SHOP SAID THE PCV SYSTEM FROZE AND CAUSED THE REAR MAIN SEAL TO BLOW OUT","quote_2_odi":"11397601","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS CHECKED OUT AND THE PCV VALVE FAILED/FROZE CAUSING COMBUSTION IN THE ENGINE AND BLEW OUT THE REAR MAIN SEAL","quote_3_odi":"11386773","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE REAR MAIN SEAL WAS BLOWN DUE TO EXCESSIVE CRANKCASE PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2014-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433446","quote_1_text":"During a rainstorm the wiper blades became stuck after regular use. It was then discovered by a technician the transmission/linkage arm (plastic) broke off and possible windshield wiper motor failure. No warning signs were given to anticipate this failure","quote_2_odi":"11396548","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME IN THE RAIN/SLEET WHEN MY WIPERS JUST STOPPED WORKING. WAS VERY SCARY AS I WAS ON A HIGHWAY AND COULDN'T SEE OUT OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11254454","quote_3_text":"WIPERS FOR MY GMC TERRAIN 2014 STOP WORKING IN MIDDLE OF HEAVY RAIN IN HIGHWAY. MANAGED TO PULL OVER AND WAIT FOR RAIN TO STOP. YOU CAN HEAR MOTOR RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-airbag-warning-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light and sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11642977","quote_1_text":"Found steering wheel airbag deployed","quote_2_odi":"11360621","quote_2_text":"THE SEAT BELT ALARM WAS GOING OFF IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SO BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD THE AIRBAG SENSOR WENT BAD AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. QUOTED $900 TO REPAIR AND NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-engine-oil-timing-chain","label":"Engine oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751978","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding the engine timing chain failure in my 2015 GMC Terrain because I believe it presents a serious safety hazard. Before the failure, the vehicle began experiencing intermittent symptoms, including engine jerking, shaking, rough operation…","quote_2_odi":"11637996","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption on this vehicle is terrible. All GMC for that matter. It burns in the engine and have to refill or top off multiple times a month.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-headlight-recall-parts-delay","label":"Exterior lighting recall parts unavailable","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11479964","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the high beam headlights would operate independently. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that she was stopped by oncoming drivers and informed that the high beams were…","quote_2_odi":"11480252","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V165000 (Visibility) and 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-liftgate-closes-unexpectedly","label":"Powered liftgate closes unexpectedly while loading","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708494","quote_1_text":"First occurrence in September 2015. Rear lift gate acted abnormally, when I was parked,y son opened the lift gate using the normal door handle button, it raised, but as he was loading it lowered onto him. He is small, I had to get out and pull it off of him…","quote_2_odi":"11668272","quote_2_text":"Liftgate strut malfunctioned. Yes vehicle is available for inspection upon request. I activated the trunk with the key fob, while retrieving items out of my trunk, the trunk began closing on me without any warning. The liftgate sensor failed to recognize an object…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case failure and transmission shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11351988","quote_1_text":"TRANSFER CASE FAILED WHILE DRIVING, ONLY 50,000 MILES ON VECHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11338832","quote_2_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 30,000 MILES AND HAS THE 'CHEVY SHUDDER'. WHY IS THIS NOT A RECALL? GMC WANTS ME TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR THE TRANSMISSION FLUSH. WHEN I AM DRIVING THE TRUCK IT BEGINS SHUDDERING AND SHAKING THROUGH CERTAIN SHIFT POINTS.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2015-wiper-failure-in-rain","label":"Windshield wiper failure while driving in rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11482081","quote_1_text":"Wiper’s failed while driving though a driving rain storm, wipers were on the highest speed","quote_2_odi":"11429560","quote_2_text":"The wiper motor has stopped working. The wipers do no move when turned on. This is dangerous because it is impossible to drive the car when it is raining if the wipers are not working.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11705536","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, a second vehicle crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11593763","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while making a right turn, a Dodge Ram truck ran through a stop sign causing the contact to crash into the truck head-on. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11429149","quote_3_text":"Got into a collision where I T-boned the other vehicle at 40 mph and NO airbags deployed. Passenger was thrown into the dash and knees went into the glove box and driver hit the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Service brake failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11685259","quote_1_text":"I was driving my morning commute to work, when I came upon a stop light. I was pressing the brakes and the brakes failed to engage which caused me to hit a car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11255664","quote_2_text":"WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE VEHICLE TAKES EXTREMELY LONG TIME TO PROPERLY STOP. BRAKES FEEL SOFT AND FADE WHEN APPLIED AND I HAVE NEARLY STRUCK VEHICLES FROM THE REAR SEVERAL TIMES WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"11196198","quote_3_text":"I HAD A TEMPORARY BRAKE FAILURE AT 25MPH WITH A HARD BRAKE. I HAD A CAR PULL OUT IN FRONT OF ME AND I HAD TO HARD BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-headlight-recall-parts","label":"Headlight recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11509556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_2_odi":"11467204","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while the wife was driving approximately 45 MPH she accidentally hit an animal due to visibility issues with the headlights","quote_3_odi":"11463393","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH his vehicle inadvertently and unknowingly crashed into the vehicle in front. The contact was unable to see the vehicle in front of him due to the glare of headlights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-oil-consumption-timing-chain","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11756995","quote_1_text":"The timing chain snapped and caused the engine to seize on our 2016 GMC Terrain 2.4L SLC-1 SUV/Truck","quote_2_odi":"11659275","quote_2_text":"I am reporting excessive oil consumption in my 2016 GMC Terrain with the 2.4L Ecotec engine. The vehicle burns through an abnormal amount of oil between routine oil changes, often requiring additional oil changes without any visible leaks or dashboard warnings until the oil","quote_3_odi":"11568469","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-stabilitrak-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power with StabiliTrak warning","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11445356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the stability track warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over and restart the vehicle however, the warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11209123","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN DRIVING MY VEHICLE WHEN ON THREE SEPERATE OCCASIONS THE SERVICE STABILITRAK MESSAGE FLASHED ON THE DIC AND I LOST ENGINE POWER. ONE OF THE TIMES THIS HAPPENED I WAS ON A ROAD WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 55 AND THE ISSUE ALMOST CAUSED A VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO ME","quote_3_odi":"10876065","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL INDEPENDENTLY AND FAILED TO CHANGE GEARS. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-steering-lock-failure","label":"Steering wheel lock and power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11613387","quote_1_text":"My steering wheel locked while driving. This has prevented me from turning the wheel AT ALL (100% completely locks while the car is in motion). The locked steering wheel lasts approximately 15 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11486332","quote_2_text":"Power steering failure and don't walk anymore, had to push my GMC Terrain. The light came on that says POWER STEERING FAILED. Contact service","quote_3_odi":"11083133","quote_3_text":"STEERING WILL NOT RETURN TO CENTER UNDER HARD ACCELERATION. TESTED CHEVEY EQUINOX WITH V-6 AND HYDRAULIC STEERING SYSTEM PRODUCED THE SAME RESULTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2016-wiper-failure-rain","label":"Windshield wiper failure during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11665624","quote_1_text":"The front windshield wipers suddenly stopped working while I was driving on the freeway in moderate rainfall on [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11669047","quote_2_text":"There was a total failure of both wipers with out any warning and a total loss of vision due to a rain covered windshield","quote_3_odi":"11465572","quote_3_text":"2016 GMC Terrain front windshield wipers failed completely during a major rainstorm downpour event. Visibility during 05/21/2022 drive on Interstate 94 was immediately compromised and my son had to pull over to avoid potential collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11076288","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC TERRAIN. WHILE DRIVING 32 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE STRUCK A PARKED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE HEAD AND MOUTH, AND SUSTAINED A MILD CONCUSSION. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS","quote_2_odi":"11321771","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 GMC TERRAIN. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP THE VEHICLE WAS UNEXPECTEDLY REAR ENDED WHICH FORCED THE VEHICLE TO SLIDE FORWARD UNTO THE HIGHWAY, THE IMPACT CAUSED THE AIR BAGS TO NOT PROPERLY DEPLOY WITH THE SERVICE AIRBAGS LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11164477","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING ON STATE HIGHWAY 136 BETWEEN 50 AND 55MPH. THE LISTED VEHICLE STRUCK A DEER CAUSING SIGNIFICANT FRONT END DAMAGE. IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THERE WAS A VERY STRONG ODOR SIMILAR TO GUN POWDER. THE AIRBAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND ON STAR CAME ON LINE IN THE CAR DUE TO CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption in 2.4L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11543407","quote_1_text":"2017 GMC Terrain motors consume oil at an excessive rate (1 quart per 1,000 miles). Getting an oil change every 5,000 miles, even consistently, puts the engine at risk for major internal failure and safety risks to the passengers. My engine in my 2017 GMC Terrain has a broken","quote_2_odi":"11712537","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint to report a catastrophic engine failure involving my 2017 GMC Terrain equipped with the 2.4L Ecotec engine, which I believe is the result of a known manufacturing defect related to excessive oil consumption and premature internal engine wear. At","quote_3_odi":"11430158","quote_3_text":"Engine started consuming oil at around 90,000 miles. First noticed after a Oil change with the dealer we bought it from. Questioned them about it once we checked the oil, and noticed it being low after experiencing a engine noise. Dealer had us bring it back , refilled it, and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-headlight-recall","label":"Low-beam headlight illumination and recall delays","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11088766","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS, HIGH AND LOW BEANS ARE ALMOST USELESS, THEY ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH, BARELY CAN SEE TO DRIVE IT AT NIGHT, ESPECIALLY IF RAINING, TOTALLY ALMOST LIKE BEING BLIND","quote_2_odi":"11488157","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_3_odi":"11503333","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V137000 (Exterior Lighting). After the recall repair was performed, the contact discovered that while driving at night, the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment and back-up camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11733049","quote_1_text":"The head unit quit working around 98k. The head unit is the radio, and screen which includes the back up camera. From what we have been told and find online, this is a known problem with them and affects other models as well. For the most part the head unit doesn't work but once","quote_2_odi":"11251849","quote_2_text":"WHEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE THE RADIO DID NOT POWER ON. THE REVERSE CAMERA IS NOT WORKING NOR THE BLUETOOTH OR ANY OTHER FUNCTION WITH THE RADIO","quote_3_odi":"11209871","quote_3_text":"GMC TERRAIN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUES WITH THE RADIO. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DASH DISPLAY NO LONGER OPERATES. THE SCREEN DISPLAY IS BLACK. DUE TO THE FAILURE THE BACKUP CAMERA, HANDS FREE PHONE, ON STAR, AND THE RADIO ARE INOPERABLE. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-rear-main-seal-pcv-freeze","label":"Rear main seal failure from frozen PCV valve","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11517397","quote_1_text":"Due to cold weather the PCV froze which caused pressure to build up in the vehicle’s crankcase which caused the rear main engine seal to pop out. Results in losing all engine oil without and warning driving down the highway. I was lucky enough to get off the highway but","quote_2_odi":"11446854","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that after his wife had parked the vehicle, the oil light appeared on the instrument panel. Upon exiting the vehicle, she discovered that oil had leaked onto the ground from underneath the vehicle. The contact was called to","quote_3_odi":"11450711","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway with my child, vehicle suddenly went into reduced power mode. 5 minutes later after exiting the highway, the low oil pressure Alert came on. The vehicle was parked two minutes later then towed home. After towing it to my local certified dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11578892","quote_1_text":"My car was driving without issue until I stopped at a street light. My car started rocking front to back while sitting at the light and every other time I had to make a stop. The engine light came on. I had the vehicle towed to an auto shop where they confirmed that the timing","quote_2_odi":"11624318","quote_2_text":"My vehicle only has 78,000 miles on it and the timing chain needs to be replaced?! This is no longer under warranty because it’s been over 5 years but this should last a life time. Now I have a car that doesn’t start or run that I have to make payments on and no one wants to do","quote_3_odi":"11506605","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH and merging into traffic, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to an independent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2017-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and shuddering","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11529747","quote_1_text":"We have had many GM vehicles my husband worked at GM retired now. Our complaint is we have a GMC Denali 2017 only 79000 miles on it. All upto date changes regularly all. Other like Transmission oil changed all upkeep to date. Transmission needs rebuilt. We are in our 80’s And","quote_2_odi":"11458631","quote_2_text":"transmission jerking at low speeds no power,was told by dealer i need a new transmission i only have 60,000 miles on my 2017 terain gmc no warning indicator lights came on","quote_3_odi":"11277638","quote_3_text":"I HAD MY 2017 GMC TERRAIN DENALI FOR TWO YEARS AND HAVE ALREADY EXPERIENCED TWO SERIOUS ISSUES. ISSUE #1-I NOTICED A BURNING SMELL, GRINDING NOISE, AND HESITATION WHEN DRIVING. I BROUGHT IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT IT AND WAS TOLD THAT THERE WAS A FACTORY DEFECT WHICH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724819","quote_1_text":"My car was t-boned on the driver side and no airbags deployed. The outer door and window exploded with the force","quote_2_odi":"11562197","quote_2_text":"Head on collision with a deer destroying the front head light and severely damaging the drivers side door. No airbags were deployed","quote_3_odi":"11330655","quote_3_text":"I WAS SITTING AT A RED LIGHT IN THE LEFT HAND TURN LANE. A TRUCK RAN THEIR RED LIGHT HITTING ANOTHER TRUCK SENDING BOTH OF THEM CRASHING INTO MY VEHICLE. THE FIRST TRUCK STRUCK THE FRONT BUMPER AT THE HEADLIGHT & SKID ALL THE WAY DOWN THE SIDE OF THE VEHICLE THEN THE OTHER TRUCK…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721477","quote_1_text":"Faulty Brake Vacuum Pump!!!! 2018 GMC Terrain @ 119254 miles--- NO warning! Brakes were hard to press, did not work and I rolled into ditch to prevent an accident","quote_2_odi":"11700844","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and failed to come to a stop while the brake pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11390858","quote_3_text":"MY 2018 GMC TERRAIN BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT STOP LIGHTS WHICH CAUSED ME TO REAR END THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THERE WAS NO WARNING ON MY SUV NOR DID I RECEIVE A RECALL ON THIS MATTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-diesel-emissions-failure","label":"Diesel DPF and catalytic converter failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11631046","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated to 20 MPH. Additionally, the message \"Service Emissions\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11542629","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and failed to accelerate over 25 MPH while the accelerator pedal was depressed","quote_3_odi":"11530270","quote_3_text":"Catalytic converter went out at 101,650 miles and the dealer has no replacement part. This is the diesel engine, almost every other year was recalled and they extended the warranty to 100,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine stall or power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672277","quote_1_text":"Broken piston land and ring. car went into 'limp mode' while driving on interstate. Taken to dealer, told new engine was needed","quote_2_odi":"11605416","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving 45-50 MPH, a message indicating that the engine was not at full capacity was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the engine had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11490139","quote_3_text":"Camshaft failed during driving causing vehicle to become disabled in the roadway and almost hit many times. The camshaft is being repaired by ase certified mechanic at an independent service center","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-infotainment-malfunction","label":"Infotainment touchscreen and radio malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704389","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system will just randomly start going haywire and when it happens, you cannot use the touchscreen","quote_2_odi":"11683657","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the infotainment system screen and radio inadvertently switched stations from AM to FM","quote_3_odi":"11172503","quote_3_text":"THE NAVIGATION/MEDIA CENTER WILL EITHER GO COMPLETELY BLACK OR COMPLETELY WHITE SCREEN EVEN WHEN BACKING UP YOU LOSE THE CAMERA AND CAN'T SHUT OFF THE RADIO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and inability to shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721631","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. While attempting to shift to reverse(R) out of a parking spot, the message “Transmission Unable to Shift” was displayed on the instrument panel, and the transmission was unable to shift into reverse(R)","quote_2_odi":"11692086","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the unintendedly decelerated and failed to properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who diagnosed the vehicle with transmission failure","quote_3_odi":"11532789","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed. Unable to purchase a replacement as there are no available transmissions for this year terrian","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue screen with rear vision system fault","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738911","quote_1_text":"My 2019 GMC Terrain has a faulty back up camera system. It shows a blue screen that says Service rear view camera system, This has been a faulty system for years until it finally stopped working completely. I have researched the issue and have discovered this is a known problem","quote_2_odi":"11666099","quote_2_text":"Back up camera service notice","quote_3_odi":"11634605","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while reversing the vehicle, the display screen failed to display an image and was instead displaying a blue screen. The backover prevention system warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-esc-abs-warning-lights","label":"ESC, ABS, or Stabilitrak warning lights illuminate","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629553","quote_1_text":"My ESC randomly comes on. Service parking brake message comes on intermittently. Messages pop a up saying steering wheel assist limited, drive with care. Again, all of these are intermittent but when they happen my steering wheel locks up. Even mid turn","quote_2_odi":"11361931","quote_2_text":"9/30/20 DRIVING HOME AND WAS ACCELERATING TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE TCS AND STABILITRAK LIGHTS CAME ON AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH. A BRIEF MESSAGE POPPED UP TO SERVICE THE TCS SYSTEM AND WENT AWAY","quote_3_odi":"11349201","quote_3_text":"ON FEBRUARY 9TH, DRIVING HOME ON A ROUGH HIGHWAY, MY SERVICE ESC, ABS, TRACTION CONTROL AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT (FLASHING) CAME ON. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER, FREAKING OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof or window glass shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11627379","quote_1_text":"While I was driving on a highway, my sunroof suddenly imploded, causing shattered glass to fall all over myself and my car. The outside temperature was 50° and my car’s internal temperature was set to 68°","quote_2_odi":"11652452","quote_2_text":"While driving under normal conditions the panoramic sunroof shattered. This is a serious safety issue and obviously a problem with the manufacturing of the tempered glass","quote_3_odi":"11184155","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2019 TERRAIN DENALI ON 2/27/19. I BEGAN MY DRIVE INTO WORK THIS MORNING (3/4/19) AND MERGED ONTO THE FREEWAY AND SECONDS LATER HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSIVE SOUND, ONLY TO REALIZE THE FIRST HALF OF MY PANORAMIC MOONROOF WAS SHATTERED (SEE INSIDE PHOTO)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral or park unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748117","quote_1_text":"No engine lights are on. When at stops it starts chugging and when I accelerate sometimes it does not go like it should. It idles high and feels like it is slipping. I have almost been hit in the rear several times when this happens","quote_2_odi":"11726390","quote_2_text":"My Transmission went out of my truck. I was told this has happened to others of the same make and model, so this is a known issue with this transmission. I was driving down the road and the car completely stopped in moving traffic","quote_3_odi":"11724954","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N). There was transmission fluid on the ground, and the vehicle became disabled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-turbo-charge-air-reduced-power","label":"Turbocharger or charge-air intake failure reduces power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743318","quote_1_text":"The turbo went completely out at around 105k miles while I was driving to work. I had to coast into a repair shop because it was smoking and wouldn’t go over 20mph and then have it towed to the place that repaired it","quote_2_odi":"11232916","quote_2_text":"JULY 10, 2019 AT HIGHWAY SPEED UPON ACCELERATION TURBO BODY TUBE BLEW OFF SUDDENLY AND ENGINE REDUCED TO HALF POWER / CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THIS HAPPENED AFTER ONLY 1000 MILES ON NEW CAR","quote_3_odi":"11698842","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has had check engine light and engine reduced power flicking on and off for months, randomly reducing power on highway or nearly causing accidents. Brought car to GMC dealer, they said it was underboost code and needed new turbo. Paid over 7,000$ for repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2019-vacuum-pump-brake-failure","label":"Vacuum pump failure causing brake loss and engine damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11623202","quote_1_text":"The brake vacuum pump failed. I am extremely fortunate this happened at a rest stop after being on interstate 80 for numerous miles. Had this happened at highway speeds it would have been catastrophic for myself and most likely others","quote_2_odi":"11418103","quote_2_text":"Driving down load. Brake pedal got stiff as a rock. Brakes started to lock up. Almost caused a collision, as the car would not stop","quote_3_odi":"11731108","quote_3_text":"This is the 4th time my vacuum pump has “broke” my brakes become hard and stiff and my brake assist light comes on. It happens EVERY winter when it drops below freezing. This is the second time this winter it has broke and now my check engine light is on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Intermittent hesitation to accelerate from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731643","quote_1_text":"Random problems accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11673104","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing loss of power when going from a full stop to acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11478874","quote_3_text":"In January 2022, I purchased a 2020 GMC Terrain from a local GMC certified dealership along with an extended warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue-screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701012","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera in my 2020 GMC Terrain failed","quote_2_odi":"11658372","quote_2_text":"My backup camera in my 2020 vehicle has failed twice","quote_3_odi":"11691421","quote_3_text":"Backup camera not working and has a blue screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure causing loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742437","quote_1_text":"While commuting to work in [XXX], my GMC Terrain experienced a sudden, catastrophic failure of the brake vacuum pump while traveling at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11647165","quote_2_text":"My 2020 GMC Terrain (under 100K miles) was running great until one day, after starting the vehicle, I shifted into reverse and felt soft brakes before the engine suddenly shut off","quote_3_odi":"11689847","quote_3_text":"On my 2020 GMC terrain the vacuum pump failed and caused my braking system to go out completely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-catastrophic-engine-failure","label":"Catastrophic engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724322","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic engine failure; no warning lights,etc. took place on or about end of January 2026","quote_2_odi":"11633480","quote_2_text":"The engine in my 2020 GMC Terrain is consuming oil at an alarming rate, burning through a full supply within one hour of operation","quote_3_odi":"11614861","quote_3_text":"Car was very well maintained 2020 GMC Terrain, no warnings prior to the issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-fuel-pump-control-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755525","quote_1_text":"While driving home from work my 2020 GMC Terrain stalled and turned off","quote_2_odi":"11749649","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was filled with a full tank of gas, went to crank the car up to go home from work it acted like it wanted to crank but seemed to be getting no gas","quote_3_odi":"11744805","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that shortly after refueling the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly stalled while accelerating from a stop light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-infotainment-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707653","quote_1_text":"Towards the tail end of a nearly 2.5 hour drive, the Automatic Theft Deterrent System was activated on the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11439538","quote_2_text":"While driving instrumental panel and infotainment panel completely blacked out for no reason at all","quote_3_odi":"11374234","quote_3_text":"TWICE WITHIN THE LAST TWO MONTHS MY ENTIRE RADIO SHUT OFF, MY SCREEN WENT BLACK AND SO DID MY GAUGES FOR AT LEAST 20 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2020-sunroof-drainage-leak","label":"Sunroof drainage leak causing interior water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":189,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756698","quote_1_text":"During heavy rain, the sunroof on my Terrain leaked badly enough to allow a substantial amount of water into the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11631628","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that rain water had leaked from the sunroof drainage into the vehicle causing the floor carpets to become saturated with water and mold had developed inside the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11541554","quote_3_text":"After heavy rain the backseat of the car was flooded as well as the rear wheel well likely due to the sunroof not draining properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11537561","quote_1_text":"Automatic Emergency brakes have unnecessarily or prematurely activated on 2 separate occasions causing my car to stop very abruptly which has resulted in Neck,  Shoulder and back pain. I have been very lucky in the recent past and today that a vehicle was not directly behind me","quote_2_odi":"11670483","quote_2_text":"I changed lanes into the right lane when the vehicle abruptly, without notification, and with force, caused braking that unexpectedly and dangerously slowed the vehicle then released braking before doing the same a moment later","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-brake-pedal-hardening","label":"Brake pedal hardening and loss of braking ability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747599","quote_1_text":"When I applied the brakes the car would not stop. I had two 6 years old in the backseat. I applied 2 feet to the brake pedal and it was like a rock and the car would not slow down. I thought I was going to crash","quote_2_odi":"11431951","quote_2_text":"i WAS GOING  TO MY SONS HOME WHICH IS LOCATED ON  A  STEEP DOWHILL STREET WITH SEVERAL TURNS, ONE OF THER ALMOST 90 DEGREES.aS i STARTED TO DESEND THE HILL AND  GAIN SPEED, I DEPRESSED THE FOOT BRAKE.  iT DID NOT RESPOND AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-fuel-system-stall","label":"Fuel system faults and vehicle stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11652800","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was like GM Product Safety Recall: N222372310 (Inadequate Fuel Pump Flow). The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who determined…","quote_2_odi":"11543018","quote_2_text":"The contact stated upon pressing the Push to Start button, the vehicle failed to start after several attempts, and the battery drained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, but the failure could not be duplicated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and electrical system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11447976","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle and talking on the phone, the radio screen went black.  Bluetooth or nothing in connection to it was working.  After about 2 hours it came back on.  I was told to bring to dealership to be checkout, but it came back on","quote_2_odi":"11490163","quote_2_text":"every now and then the information screen will go black for a while then turn back on could be a few seconds or several minutes. 23,900 on car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-reduced-engine-power-turbo","label":"Reduced engine power mode and turbocharger failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11712586","quote_1_text":"Was driving on the highway and the car threw a \"reduced engine power\" warning and went into limp mode. Check engine light came on. Car asymptomatic prior. got the code pulled and it said turbocharger under boost","quote_2_odi":"11724745","quote_2_text":"Vehicle went into reduce engine power mode and check engine light came on. Vehicle has just over 60,000 miles. Code is telling me I need a new turbo and being quoted $1,500-$3,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-transmission-shudder-shift","label":"Transmission shudder, erratic shifting, and gear selector faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11434563","quote_1_text":"When driving up hill or going around  corner transmission shudders so bad that it feels like front tires are coming off.  I contacted the dealer and gm and was told there is a tsb for this complaint.  GM and dealer acknowledged there was a problem but they didn't have a fix or…","quote_2_odi":"11734629","quote_2_text":"Automatic transmission solenoid control valve body got stuck open and ruined the whole transmission. This has been a reoccurring problem with these vehicles. Image is from a code read. Issue was confirmed by Gastorf Chevrolet, and an independent transmission shop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2021-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion into cabin and cargo areas","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11678054","quote_1_text":"Constantly have water leaking into spare tire compartment, back seat floors and passenger floor. Mold/mildew smell coming through vents. Have had drains lines cleaned out, and still recurring having this issue. Unknown where leak is coming from","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-display-screen-blackout","label":"Dashboard display blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739556","quote_1_text":"I am filing a safety complaint regarding my 2022 GMC Terrain after experiencing a sudden infotainment system failure that also disabled my backup camera functionality. The infotainment screen in my vehicle suddenly went completely black without warning…","quote_2_odi":"11693911","quote_2_text":"Screen went black on 3 different occasions, since purchasing vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure with piston and ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11637691","quote_1_text":"Engine failure at low mileage. 60,300 miles. Piston 1 failed. Broken rings. Needs full engine replacement. GM will not stand by their product and repair it.","quote_2_odi":"11659326","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Terrain. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-fuel-pump-module-stall","label":"Fuel pump module failure causing stall and no-restart","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11745002","quote_1_text":"Driving to work and the vehicle suddenly turned off in the middle of the road just as I had turned the corner onto another street leaving me in a dangerous spot. There was no warning lights or anything it just shut off and would not start back up.…","quote_2_odi":"11632259","quote_2_text":"Module malfunction open-fuel pump driver control. Engine stops at any time, pressing gas pedal and nothing, the engine stops running no warning. Module has been replaced twice this vehicle should be on recall. When it happens you have no warning and no control.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-reduced-engine-power","label":"Reduced engine power with charge-air cooler condensation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11704199","quote_1_text":"The car went into limp mode while I was on the highway. The car said reducing engine power and then I couldn't go the speed limit I had to drive well under the speed limit and pull off the road as soon as possible. I brought it home and water came pouring out the intercooler…","quote_2_odi":"11714993","quote_2_text":"SUVs check engine light turned on and went into reduced power mode, it has been very cold for approximately a month. Code P0299.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-steering-wheel-lock","label":"Steering wheel lock during right turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11570916","quote_1_text":"I was driving the vehicle, approaching an intersection and making a right turn. As I turned the steering wheel, it locked. I kept trying to turn the steering wheel and it finally did. A Service ESC error appeared on the dashboard. The T/C light came on as well. I drove it home.…","quote_2_odi":"11570922","quote_2_text":"2nd incident, 1st incident reported: Complaint number 11570916. Was driving the vehicle and the steering wheel locked again as I was making a right turn. The service ESC light immediately came on with the T/C light on the dashboard as well.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2022-sunroof-glass-implosion","label":"Sunroof glass implosion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11738316","quote_1_text":"The sun/moon roof randomly imploded while driving. It popped and felt the force of the implosion.","quote_2_odi":"11466292","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving to work when the sunroof just exploded. She said there were no vehicles in the oncoming lane nor was she following anyone. She heard a loud sound and glass came in landing on her from the sunroof. Right now it is currently at the GM dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2023-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Raw fuel odor and fuel leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11736700","quote_1_text":"Car reduced speed and the smell of gas filled the car. Car shut off. Check engine light came on with reduced speed. This is the second time this has happened. Gas leaked onto ground from car…","quote_2_odi":"11680943","quote_2_text":"While driving the fuel pump failed and started spraying gas everywhere in the engine compartment.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2023-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump stall and Engine Power Reduced warning","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11731486","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Terrain. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated, the message \"Engine Power Reduced\" was displayed, and the vehicle lost power…","quote_2_odi":"11722113","quote_2_text":"1st Failure. August 28, 2025. Vehicle stalled out while driving with NO warning. Check engine light stayed on. Could not drive. Car towed to dealership. Scanned codes found: p0089, p00c6 and p228c. Cause: Internal failure. Bulletin pertaining to this issue performed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2023-internal-engine-failure","label":"Internal engine mechanical failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698105","quote_1_text":"GMC Terrain with 12,564 total miles had experienced an engine failure. Under normal driving conditions, the car was sluggish and would not accelerate properly when pulling out into traffic or when getting on the freeway/interstate causing fear for driver safety…","quote_2_odi":"11719589","quote_2_text":"GM Flier PIP6071A - continued engine misfire/chugging/buck/skip under load, going up hills, trying to pass, etc. Was taken to shop January 2025 ~90,000 with these symptoms. Charged for spark plug replacement (visit 1)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2023-powertrain-shudder","label":"Powertrain shudder and transmission slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11632219","quote_1_text":"My vehicle continues to slip and jerk out of gear , brought in to a local Chevy dealership , they test drive the vehicle and Acknowledge the issue. They updated transmission software and give it back to me to drive for 1000 miles or 30 days and see if the problem continues…","quote_2_odi":"11730114","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Terrain. The contact was informed by his wife that while attempting to accelerate from being stationary, the vehicle was shaking abnormally and hesitated before accelerating. There were no warning lights illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2023-sensor-detection-gaps","label":"Blind spot and object-detection sensor gaps","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11608035","quote_1_text":"When I bought the vehicle new from dealership, they told me that side blind zone alert was not available at that time due to a semiconductor shortage, but that it would be available and could be retrofitted after they were available…","quote_2_odi":"11608605","quote_2_text":"No warnings of any kind went off; I wasn’t even going 2 m.p.h. and hit a piece of wood that was right on the edge of the grass next to the road at the park. This is dangerous, especially at a park or other places where smaller children are present…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2024-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and reduced engine power","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11722070","quote_1_text":"Check engine light is coming on, indicating reduced engine power. Took vehicle to GMC dealer and they advised that the repair shop was getting assistance from the GMC Tech line to update a module to correct the issues. I was informed today that the high pressure fuel pump will…","quote_2_odi":"11720325","quote_2_text":"On Febuary 14 2026 I was driving on the feeder of the freeway with speeds of 50 mph my car suddenly down shifted in the middle of driving started shaking real bad stalled wouldn’t start wouldn’t go in gear at all would just die and say engine power reduced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2024-infotainment-camera","label":"Infotainment screen and rear camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11667911","quote_1_text":"infotainment system safety issues. I have video. Multiple times per week when starting the car and backing the rear camera engages. When placing car in drive the rear camera never shuts off, the sound volume doesn't work, the entire infotainment system completely malfunctions…","quote_2_odi":"11733500","quote_2_text":"The screen continues to go out. Screen contains many safety functions. When it malfunctions it is distracting.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"terrain-2024-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11714938","quote_1_text":"Transmission dropped complete out of gear while driving. Got vehicle moving again. Took to dealership. Found complete internal transmission failure at 6779 miles. Transmission replaced with new unit. New transmission has erratic / hard shifts…","quote_2_odi":"11612288","quote_2_text":"Bought new car August 16th 2024. Few days later, I was turning left at a light and the car lost power as I was turning and error messages came up on the dash screen saying service transmission. I also observed that the cars gear indicator went to Park by itself…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-brake-loss-failure","label":"Loss of braking from master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745358","quote_1_text":"ABV came on. SCR alerted I needed service. On a 25 mph road I no longer could brake randomly","quote_2_odi":"11710663","quote_2_text":"The system that failed was the brakes, The car is availble for inspection. My saftey and others was put at risk due to not having brakes to stop. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer as a master brake cylinder failer","quote_3_odi":"11678896","quote_3_text":"Master cylinder , less then 1000 miles was pulling out of a parking lot and the brakes went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-false-collision-braking","label":"False forward-collision alert with automatic braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707983","quote_1_text":"I was driving (roughly about 30 MPH) when my automatic braking kicked on and caused my tires to squeal to a halt. There were no other cars around me (thankfully) - otherwise I would have been rear-ended","quote_2_odi":"11737214","quote_2_text":"Two issues here. First is that the car will give a danger warning when nothing is there. Sometimes goes as far as slamming on my breaks. Both in drive and reverse. Second is the lane keep assist. It’s like it is working backwards","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-infotainment-telematics","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and telematics module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748887","quote_1_text":"The Screen calls my own phone number and hangs up over and over if I just ended a call. I am not able to use any part of the screen afterwards such as my map. It stays like that until I disconnect the Bluetooth and wifi from my phone while trying to drive. Safety issue!","quote_2_odi":"11682985","quote_2_text":"After one week into driving the vehicle, OnStar, GPS NAV stopped working and the Emergency calling is not working. All features related to locating the vehicle through OnStar or through google stopped working, in addition to SoS not working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-transmission-shift-fault","label":"Transmission RPM surge and unexpected downshift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737215","quote_1_text":"The car has always had an issue where it would just get stuck in a low gear and RPMs would go high. Does this every single day. But recently it also started acting like it was put into neutral for a few seconds and then back into drive","quote_2_odi":"11714905","quote_2_text":"While driving at 28 MPH, the RPM became elevated to over 3,000 RPM. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact immediately pulled over and then resumed normal operation after the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked or after collision","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726875","quote_1_text":"Car was off and parked and randomly caught on fire. Completely totaling the car","quote_2_odi":"11745975","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that an electrical fire started under the center console, and the driver’s shirt was burned by the fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Terrain","model_slug":"terrain","cluster_id":"gmc-terrain-2026-wobble-shimmy-shake","label":"Wobble, shimmy, or shake under acceleration","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748269","quote_1_text":"There is the sensation of a “wobble, shimmy, or shaking” under low to moderate acceleration when going straight or turning. It could be tires, wheels, steering parts or power train. It is difficult to tell. Sometimes the sensation is as if the wheels will fall off","quote_2_odi":"11737213","quote_2_text":"Car aggressively shakes and steering wheel shakes / jerks itself side to side when accelerating. Getting worse with time. GMC has it as a known issue but has been for months. Problem is getting worse the more it is driven. GMC says it is “safe”","quote_3_odi":"11722011","quote_3_text":"Very soon after purchase vehicle developed a front end shake and continued to get worse. This happens when pulling out or in stop and go traffic this varies from in intensity and sometimes it can be quite violent shaking the whole vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/terrain","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2010-airbags-fail-to-deploy-crash","label":"Frontal airbag non-deployment in T-bone collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11661872","quote_1_text":"I was in a head-on collision (T-bone) going over 40 mph. Despite the severity of the collision no airbags deployed and both front seatbelts failed","quote_2_odi":"11269104","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE THE AT-FAULT DRIVER RAN A RED LIGHT AND T-BONED HER DRIVERS SIDE FRONT DOOR AND PILLAR AREA WHILE CROSSING AN INTERSECTION. OUR CAR WAS HIT HARD ENOUGH TO WHERE THE FLOOR BOARD AND FIRE WALL ARE WRINKLED. NOT ONE AIR BAG DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":133,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11522684","quote_1_text":"The top of the dashboard instrument panel keeps cracking in several places despite trying to prevent any or further cracks","quote_2_odi":"11354973","quote_2_text":"THE DASH IS CRACKED IN SEVERAL AREAS AND COULD COME APART IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2010-engine-stall-stabilitrak","label":"Engine stall with StabiliTrak warning light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11048738","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC YUKON DENALI. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10763056","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GMC YUKON DENALI XL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INDICATORS BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2010-steering-lockup-during-turn","label":"Steering wheel lockup during low-speed turn","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11406989","quote_1_text":"YO HIBA MANEJANDO COMO A 25 MILLAS EN LA CIUDAD Y CUANDO Y CUANDO FUI HACER UN U TURN EL STEERING WHEEL DEJO DE TRABAJAR","quote_2_odi":"11323357","quote_2_text":"WHEN I WAS DRIVING I MAKE A U TURN AND MY STEERING WHEEL STOP WORKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2010,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2010-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433079","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11035774","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - HERITAGE GMC IN ROCKWALL, TX (75087) STILL DOESN'T HAVE AIRBAGS THAT THEY CAN PUT IN TO REPLACE MINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2011-brake-stability-warning-lights","label":"ABS and stability control warning light activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":399,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11450419","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal was depressed but felt rigid and failed to respond. The contact depressed the brake pedal with more pressure, but it hesitated to respond, causing 40 feet in stopping distance delay","quote_2_odi":"11376909","quote_2_text":"HAVING AN ONGOING ISSUE WHILE DRIVING. I'VE BEN ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN AND SNOW GOING 65-70 MPH AS WELL AS DRY PAVEMENT. ALL OF A SUDDEN MY DASHBOARD WILL LIGHT UP SAYING SERVICE TRACTION CONTROL, BRAKE SYSTEM, ABS , PARK ASSIST OFF AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS UP AND BLINKS","quote_3_odi":"11091958","quote_3_text":"ABS BRAKE PROBLEM. REOCCURRING ENGINE PROBLEMS SUCH AS MISFIRE, LOW CYLINDER COMPRESSION, AFM LIFTERS, CAMSHAFT, FUEL MIX AND BRAKE SWITCH CAUSES CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. THIS CAUSES STABILITRAK AND TRACTION CONTROL TO BE TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2011-dashboard-crack-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":99,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":399,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11157146","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKED - GMC YUKON DENALI XL DASHBOARD IS CRACKING. CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY HAZARD OF THE DISPLACED DASHBOARD AND THE ABILITY OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG TO DEPLOY WITHOUT SENDING SHARDS OF DASHBOARD INTO THE PASSENGER'S FACE, NECK AND UPPER BODY","quote_2_odi":"11268798","quote_2_text":"THE UPPER DASH PANEL CRACKED. THERE IS A LARGE CRACK IN THE CURVED PORTION OF THE DASH ABOVE THE STEERING WHEEL AND GAUGES. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN SUBJECT TO ANY EXTREME TEMPERATURE CHANGES - IT IS ALWAYS PARKED INSIDE A GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"11229425","quote_3_text":"MY YUKON'S DASH IS CRACKED IN SEVERAL PLACES, SOME EXTENDING 14 INCHES INTERFERING WITH THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN FOR MYSELF AND MY FAMILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2011-electrical-system-stall","label":"Electrical system malfunction and unexpected stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":399,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11302086","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. NO WARNING SIGNALS AND HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES OVER THE COURSE OF THE DAY. SPEED WAS 70 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11143669","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR LOCKS BEGAN TO CYCLE, NAV SYSTEM AND RADIO ON AND OFF. AFTER STOPPED, REMOTE CAR LOCK INOPERATIVE, TRIED TO START VEHICLE AND THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ANY ELECTRICAL POWER WITH THE KEY ON....I THOUGHT IS WAS A DEAD BATTERY","quote_3_odi":"11424772","quote_3_text":"I have replaced the battery and alternator. My door locks keep locking and unlocking on the own while driving, all my electrical in my car dim and keep resetting, my gauges are going all over the place. My car will turn itself off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2011-engine-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":399,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11229916","quote_1_text":"ONE WEEK AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE I BROKE DOWN DUE TO AN OIL PRESSURE SENSOR. TWO WEEKS AFTER THAT I BROKE DOWN (STALLED OUT IN THE ROAD) DUE TO 2 LIFTERS COLLAPSING AND THE CAMSHAFT BEING DAMAGED","quote_2_odi":"11074579","quote_2_text":"TRUCK STARTED SPUTTERING WHILE DRIVING. I HAD IT TOWED HOME AND THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THE LIFTERS IN THE ENGINE WERE BROKE AND THERE WAS DAMAGE TO THE CAN SHAFT. TOLD ME THIS IS NORMAL AND HAPPENS TO VEHICLES LIKE MINE REGULARLY","quote_3_odi":"11733987","quote_3_text":"My Yukon Denali XL GM engine that was put in on 07/2022 has already failed. It failed as I was driving down highway at 65 mile per hour. It failed on 04/12/2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2011,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":399,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11111510","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I AM UNABLE TO GET THE AIRBAG REPLACED DUE TO A LACK OF REPLACEMENT UNITS. I CALLED TODAY AND THE DEALER(DAYS CHEVROLET) DOES NOT HAVE REPLACEMENT UNITS. MY ORIGINAL NOTICE FROM GMC IS DATED JULY 2016","quote_2_odi":"11302470","quote_2_text":"MY TAKATA RECALL COMES BACK AS \"INCOMPLETE - WORKING ON A SOLUTION\". THIS HAS BEEN GOING IN FOR YEARS. IS MY CAR SAFE?","quote_3_odi":"11060977","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - WHEN CAN I GET MY AIRBAGS REPLACED? I KEEP ASKING THE DEALER AND THEY SAY REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS NOT AVAILABLE. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY CONCERN FOR ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-dashboard-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag mounts","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":99,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11559602","quote_1_text":"The problem started a couple of years ago as a small crack in the dashboard at the upper left corner of the airbag. The crack widened and lengthened after replacement of the air bag last year. Then the dash cracked earlier this year at the crown above the instrument cluster","quote_2_odi":"11021637","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS CRACKED IN THREE DIFFERENT PLACES. THE FIRST CRACKED HAPPENED AT ABOUT 24,000 MILES RIGHT ABOVE THE STEERING WELL. THE SECOND CRACK IS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE LEADING UP TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG. THAT HAPPENED AT ABOUT 50,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10839101","quote_3_text":"THE PLASTIC DASHBOARD STRUCTURE OF THE FRONT DASH (ABS PLASTIC) IS CRACKING AND SEPARATING SPONTANEOUSLY. LARGE CRACK DEVELOPED IN FROM OF THE DRIVER AND IS EXPANDING WITH MULTIPLE OFFSHOOTS CAUSING THE DASH STRUCTURE TO SPLIT IN TWO AND IS IN DANGER OF FRAGMENTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-door-handle-fracture","label":"Door handle fracture and detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11061375","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC YUKON DENALI. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR, THE HANDLE FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (JIM MURPHY, 3000 WALDEN AVE, DEPEW, NY 17043, (716)-684-8900) AND THE HANDLE WAS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11036082","quote_2_text":"WILL FOLLOW UP WITH MORE INFO, I LIVE IN THE NORTH EAST AND HAVE SPOKEN WITH TECH'S AT GM DEALERS AND THEY HAVE STATED THAT ITS JUST A COLD WEATHER ISSUE SO GM WONT FIX THE ISSUE, MY VEHICLE HAS HAD 8 OR 9 DOOR HANDLES REPLACED THE FASTENERS INSIDE OF DOOR ARE PLASTIC AND WATER","quote_3_odi":"10513383","quote_3_text":"STARTING IN AUG 2012 I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE ALL FOUR DOOR HANDLES AND AS OF TODAY STARTED ON THE SECOND ROUND OF REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE DOOR HANDLES, THEY CONTINUE TO POP OUT WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THERE IS NO SOLUTION FROM GMC ON THIS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-electrical-stall-power-loss","label":"Electrical system stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11414353","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC YUKON XL. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. ADDITIONALLY, THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11316836","quote_2_text":"I WAS LEAVING A STORE AND VEHICLE STALLED OUT AND LOST OF ALL ELECTRIC IN VEHICLE AND WAS ALMOST HIT BY ON COMING VEHICLES! WOULD GO DEAD AND START AGAIN BY ITSELF BUT AS I TRIED TO ACCELERATE IT WOULD CONTINUE TO STALL AS IF IT WAS SHUTTING DOWN! I LOST ALL CONTROL OF THE","quote_3_odi":"11066061","quote_3_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION ALL THE TIME. THE TRUCK GOES INTO COMPLETE SHUT DOWN OF ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS, I MEAN ABSOLUTELY NO POWER. I CAN'T EVEN CALL ON THE BLUE ON STAR BUTTON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-engine-lifter-tick-misfire","label":"Engine lifter tick and misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11759070","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the radiator and the water pump were previously replaced due to an overheating failure. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the engine made a knocking sound. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11717094","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that years ago, the engine was replaced with a rebuilt engine. Recently, after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the engine","quote_3_odi":"10994452","quote_3_text":"@ 97,000 MILES, GETTING CYLINDER #4 MISS FIRE CODES, REPLACED ALL PLUGS AND AFFECTED COILS PACKS. NOW MOTOR IS MAKING A TICKING SOUND FORM LIFTERS. DEALER SAID IT NEEDS NEW ENGINE DUE TO THE AFM SYSTEM PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate and tailgate mechanism failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11609310","quote_1_text":"Yesterday while unloading the rear of our 2021 GMC Yukon Denali the tailgate came down on me without warning and with force. I googled to see what might have caused this to happen and it stated that the struts might be worn out","quote_2_odi":"11340999","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 GMC YUKON XL 1500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFTGATE FAILED TO CLOSE UPON PRESSING THE LIFTGATE BUTTON. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO CLOSE THE LIFTGATE MANUALLY. ADDITIONALLY, THE LIFTGATE OCCASIONALLY CLOSED AFTER BEING OPENED, STRIKING THE OCCUPANT","quote_3_odi":"10855200","quote_3_text":"POWER LIFT GATE MALFUNCTION. THE POWER LIFT GATE STRUTS FAILED WHICH CAUSED THE LIFT GATE TO OPEN ONLY 1/3 OF THE WAY BEFORE CLOSING UNEXPECTEDLY. SOMETIME IT WOULD OPEN ALL THE AWAY, THE POWER ARM WOULD THEN DISENGAGE CAUSING IT TO UNEXPECTEDLY CLOSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2012,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2012-transmission-rebuild","label":"Transmission failure requiring rebuild","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11557861","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while in a parking lot, the contact attempted to shift the vehicle into drive however, the transmission failed to shift into gear. The contact stated that the gear shifter cable had detached","quote_2_odi":"11514664","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2012 GMC YUKON DENALI XL THAT STARTED HAVING TRANSMISSION \"6L80\" ISSUES AT 120,000 MILES.(03/20/2019) BEAMAN GMC STATED THE TRANSMISSION WAS OUT AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. OF COURSE JUST OUT OF WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11005576","quote_3_text":"OVER THE PAST FOUR MONTHS MY 2012 YUKON HAS BEEN HESITATING / STOPPING. I HAVE ACCELERATE INTO IN THE INTERSECTION AND VEHICLE HESITATED ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2013-air-bag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment or non-deployment anomalies","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11458680","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air bags inadvertently deployed. The contact stated that there were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that he was not involved in any crash and did not know what","quote_2_odi":"11454133","quote_2_text":"The contact’s son owned a 2013 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while her son was driving 25 MPH on an icy roadway while slowing down to change lanes he lost control of the vehicle after hitting a patch of ice. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle went off the","quote_3_odi":"11119706","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I TOOK VEHICLE INTO GMC SERVICE CENTER AFTER AIRBAG SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON. TECHNICIANS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER AIRBAG MODULE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. IT HAS NEVER DEPLOYED AND PRESENTS A POTENTIAL HIGHWAY SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard panel cracking near instrument cluster and air bag","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10671446","quote_1_text":"LATELY I HAVE EXPERIENCED A LOUD POPPING OR CRACKING NOISE WHEN I AM DRIVING. MY AIRBAG LIGHT HAS ALSO BEEN ON. TODAY I NOTICED A VERY BIG CRACK ON THE DASHBOARD ABOVE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11441909","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is kept inside in a garage in Pennsylvania with 53000 original miles. While driving the vehicle a heard a sound that sounded like plastic cracking, low and behold I watched a crack form beginning at the split between the upper dash panel and the larger dash and it","quote_3_odi":"11594210","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V053000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2013-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Active Fuel Management lifter collapse causing ticking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11414539","quote_1_text":"THE L94 ENGINE P/N 19418446 WITH THE VARIABLE LIFTERS HAVE A PROBLEM OF FAILING AND CAUSING THEM TO STICK AND DAMAGE THE CAM SHAFT. THIS CAUSES A LOUD TICKING IN THE ENGINE AND CAUSES THE ENGINE TO EITHER BE REBUILT OR REPLACED AT A COST OF 5 TO 8 THOUSAND DOLLARS WITH NO","quote_2_odi":"11362579","quote_2_text":"AT 148000 MILES GOING 35 MPH CYLINDER 4 ACTIVE FUEL MANAGEMENT LIFTER COLLAPSED. I LOOKED THIS UP ON THE INTERNET AND THIS IS SUBJECT OF SEVERAL TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS. THIS IS A DEFECT, THIS ENGINE HAS RECEIVED ALL REGULAR MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS AT THE DEALERSHIP, NEVER","quote_3_odi":"11647881","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning light was illuminated; however, the \"Service Engine\" message was displayed on the instrument panel. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2013,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2013-stabilitrak-power-steering-loss","label":"StabiliTrak warning with intermittent power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11483232","quote_1_text":"Monday 5th 2022, (2pm)I was driving with the AC on high as I had just left the mall. The interior was hot. As I left the mall and came to a stop light...the car would rev at stop, and continue to do so until the light changed. I had the oil and transmission fluid changed at","quote_2_odi":"11458259","quote_2_text":"When driving my steering wheel jerks causing vehicle to veer, stabilitrak snd traction lights flash, lights flicker all the while driving. Vehicle nearly lost control while doing so. Auto shop cannot duplicate the issue nor any codes pop up . Very dangerous for a family while we","quote_3_odi":"11532374","quote_3_text":"TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT INDICATE STABILITRAC NEEDS SERVICE AND IS NOT ON. OBD CODE READS BAD STEERING SENSOR. ACCORDING TO OTHER GM OWNERS ONLINE THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. MANY SHOW THE REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS ON LINE. THE WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN OFF AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2014-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure during stops","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11490343","quote_1_text":"I ran a red light but when I pressed the brake upon approach of the red light my brakes didn't catch and so when I pressed them, I kept going at the same speed. I was going between 30 and 40 miles per hour I believe. Three cars were involved","quote_2_odi":"11202982","quote_2_text":"BRAKE FAILURE. THE BRAKE VACUUM PUMP FAILED. I MARKED THE FAILURE AS TODAY AS THE DEALERSHIP CONFIRMED THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED A MONTH OR SO AGO. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL OF TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2014-dashboard-cracking-near-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near passenger airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11080206","quote_1_text":"CRACK IN DASH NEAR AIRBAG. READING THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE. AFRAID THIS WILL INTERFERE WITH THE SAFETY OF THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11325133","quote_2_text":"WITHIN 1 YEAR AFTER PURCHASE, THE FRONT DASH CRACKED ALMOST COMPLETELY ON THE RIGHT SIDE ABOVE THE DRIVER'S INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER AND ON THE LEFT SIDE AROUND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"10924349","quote_3_text":"THE DASH CRACKED IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. I HAVE 1 LONG CRACK OVER THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND 3 CRACKS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE ON THE AIRBAG COMPARTMENT. THIS IS MORE THAN A COSMETIC ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2014-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11586415","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that on four separate occasions, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted after 10 minutes on the first occasion but started a lot sooner during the later failures","quote_2_odi":"11363357","quote_2_text":"WHEN IN GEAR, THE MOTOR WOULD REV AT HIGH SPEEDS WITHOUT ENGAGING. CAR IS SIX YEARS OLD WITH 104,000 MILES. VERY DANGEROUS ON THE HIGHWAY. OUR YUKON XL WOULD HAVE LIMITED POWER AND BUCK WITHOUT KEEPING SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11291861","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET THE 2014 GMC SIERRA 6.2 L V8 LOST POWER AND STARTED RUNNING ROUGH AS APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION. I WAS ABLE TO STOP, AND REVERSE THE VEHICLE AWAY FROM THE INTERSECTION, TO GET OUT OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2014-reduced-power-stabilitrak-fault","label":"Reduced engine power with Stabilitrak fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11330577","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON A HIGHWAY, THE LOCKS ENGAGED, THE RADIO SHUT DOWN, POWER STEERING WAS LOST, AND THE VEHICLE SLOWED DOWN/BRAKED ON IT'S OWN. THANKFULLY WE WERE ABLE TO MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT GETTING HIT","quote_2_odi":"11563740","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle display screen and lights start turning off and on. The warning lamp says \" service trailer brake system\" and the vehicle is unable to accelerate at all","quote_3_odi":"11669271","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle it randomly looses engine function decreasing speed rapidly. The check engine light comes on and it says engine power reduced along with traction-off and stabilitrak- off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2014,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2014-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11491614","quote_1_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V054000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11434522","quote_2_text":"Takata Recall. The contact owns a 2014 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the front passenger’s seat air bag warning light failed to illuminate randomly with or without a seated passenger","quote_3_odi":"11400140","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V054000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2015-brake-pedal-hardness","label":"Hard brake pedal tied to the brake vacuum pump","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11567622","quote_1_text":"My breaks stop working in drive through, pulling in parking spots, backing out, slow speed of traffic. I found out it's the power break vacuum pump. It then says Service brakes on my dash when it occurs. This started about 2 weeks ago.","quote_2_odi":"11196188","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL GETS HARD IN SLOW MOVING AND STOP & GO DRIVING CAUSING VEHICLE TO BE HARD TO STOP WITH NO BREAK POWER. THIS SITUATION GETS WORSE WHEN TOWING A TRAILER IN TRAFFIC AN DOWN HILL WHERE YOU NEED THE BRAKE POWER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2015-headlamp-led-failure","label":"LED headlamp failure and condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11165357","quote_1_text":"I HAVE NOW HAD MY 3RD LED LIGHT GO OUT ON MY YUKON XL 2015 THE FIRST WAS THE PASSENGER HEAD LIGHT THEN THE PASSENGER TAIL LIGHT AND NOW THE DRIVER TAIL LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11014109","quote_2_text":"WATER/CONDENSATION IN HEADLAMP, NO INDICATION OF CRACKS, TURN SIGNAL AND PORTION OF HEADLIGHT IS NOW MALFUNCTIONING. THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2015-taillight-failure","label":"Tail light and brake light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":181,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11111096","quote_1_text":"REAR LEFT AND RIGHT BRAKE LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING WITH NO WARNING WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT IN THE CITY. APPARENTLY SEVERAL GMC YUKON 2015 OWNERS ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM AND IT'S AN ELECTRICAL DEFECT WITH THE TAILLIGHTS IT'S NOT THE BULBS.","quote_2_odi":"11307886","quote_2_text":"REAR TAILLIGHT DOES NOT WORK. SEARCHED ONLINE AND FOUND THAT THIS IS A VERY COMMON ISSUE, GM REFUSES TO FIX AND TRIES TO CHARGE $800 TO REPLACE WHOLE TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY, AND THEY REPLACE WITH SAME FAULTY LIGHTS! FIX IT GMC, RIDICULOUS","quote_3_odi":"11174871","quote_3_text":"TAILLIGHTS WORKS INCONSISTENT NO BRAKE LIGHTS TOOK TO DEALER THEY SAID THE BOTH LIGHTS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND MY WARRANTY DOESN'T COVER IT THEY SAID THESE VEHICLES ARE KNOWN FOR HAVING THIS PROBLEM NEED FOR HELP WITH THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2015,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2015-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder at shift points","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":546,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11338832","quote_1_text":"MY TRUCK HAS 30,000 MILES AND HAS THE 'CHEVY SHUDDER'. WHY IS THIS NOT A RECALL? GMC WANTS ME TO PAY OUT OF POCKET FOR THE TRANSMISSION FLUSH. WHEN I AM DRIVING THE TRUCK IT BEGINS SHUDDERING AND SHAKING THROUGH CERTAIN SHIFT POINTS.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-ac-condenser-leak","label":"Air conditioning condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11423518","quote_1_text":"A/C Condensing Unit leaking. Appears to Leak from small tack weld on the top area of the condensing unit. All of the R134 went out and left with no A/C. Seems to be a common problem and ignored by GMC","quote_2_odi":"11218876","quote_2_text":"ANOTHER MESS WITH MY 2016 YUKON SLE. THE A/C CONDENSER WENT OUT AT JUST OVER 60K MILES -- $1600 TOTAL IN REPAIR COST","quote_3_odi":"11209792","quote_3_text":"I HAVE 3 YEAR OLD GMC YUKON XL AND THE CONDENSER HAS GONE OUT ON IT. THIS IS ABOUT A $1,600 REPAIR DUE TO GMC'S POOR DESIGN OF THE LOCATION OF THE CONDENSER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-brake-pedal-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake pedal hard or unresponsive, vacuum pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740130","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal became inoperable and failed to engage properly, with no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11445404","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 mph, the brake pedal was hard to depress and the brake pedal traveled to the floorboard","quote_3_odi":"11220355","quote_3_text":"LOW SPEEDS THE BRAKES FAIL , WHEN PRESSING ON BRAKES YOU GET A HARD BRAKE PEDAL WITH NO BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-engine-lifter-push-rod","label":"Engine lifter and push rod failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730883","quote_1_text":"Ticking sound coming from engine, possible damaged camshaft lobe due to lifter roller failure. It can cause sudden engine failure, significant power loss, and unexpected stalling while driving, increasing crash risks","quote_2_odi":"11719970","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle was initially repaired under warranty for a bent push rod in cylinder #4; however, the failure recurred","quote_3_odi":"11498900","quote_3_text":"Engine lifter failure causing complete engine failure at 70,000 miles without any warning. All vehicle maintenance done and serviced at dealer 30 days prior. Left our family stranded on a busy 2 lane highway and were lucky to even get off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751501","quote_1_text":"Power steering intermittently and unexpectedly stops working","quote_2_odi":"11714221","quote_2_text":"When making a slow turn in drive or reverse the park assist screen shows it’s not working. Then all screens in the car turn black and the steering locks while driving. Making it impossible to turn or move. This is happening while driving, while parking","quote_3_odi":"11575208","quote_3_text":"On [XXX], I was driving my 2016 Yukon Denali on a trip to Maryland. While in Maryland, I was driving my vehicle. As I approached a street to make a right turn, I braked to make the turn. I slowed down to make the turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-tail-light-led-failure","label":"Tail/brake light LED assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11210137","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHTS IN THE 2016 GMC YUKON VEHICLE FAILED. THE DESIGN REQUIRES A WHOLE LIGHT ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT. THE DEALER QUOTED $750 PER LIGHT. THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO BE WIDESPREAD AND CAUSED BY FAULTY LIGHT ASSEMBLY","quote_2_odi":"11297087","quote_2_text":"REAR LED TAILLIGHT WENT OUT OUR ONLY 3 YEAR OLD 2016 GMC DENALI. THIS EFFECTS THE STOP, TAIL, AND TURN LIGHTS. THESE LED LIGHTS ARE NOT REPAIRABLE AND THE WHOLE ASSEMBLY HAS TO BE REPLACED. GM CHARGES AN ASTRONOMICAL PRICE OF AROUND $700 FOR EACH SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11692277","quote_3_text":"The LED left turn signal and blind spot detection ( safety feature) on the left outside rear view mirror suddenly stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2016,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2016-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":265,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747485","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the inspection station for an inspection, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11255883","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 GMC YUKON. AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT OPERATE WHILE IN THE DRIVE OR REVERSE POSITIONS","quote_3_odi":"11362418","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHUDDER AND JERK UPON ACCELERATION AT 30K. DEALERSHIP CHANGED FLUID. AT 60K VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SHUDDER AND JERK UPON ACCELERATION AND LURCH FORWARD OR BACKWARD ALTHOUGH BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED. INITIAL, BRIEF DIAGNOSES REVEALS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-ac-condenser-leak","label":"A/C condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11374877","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, MY A/C CLIMATE CONTROL HAS FAILED IN 2017 GMC YUKON (MILAGE 78,734). THIS HAS CAUSED A DANGEROUS PROBLEM WHEN THE WINDSHIELD FOGGED UP AND I COULDN'T SEE OUT THE WINDSHIELD ALMOST CAUSING A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11390963","quote_2_text":"MY CAR A/C HAS A LEAK AT THE CONDENSER, THIS IS A DEFECT KNOWN BY GMC, THEY ONLY EXTENDED THE WARRANTY UP TO 60,000 MILES AND 72,000 ON CADILLAC, MY YUKON ACTUALLY HAS 71,500","quote_3_odi":"11658359","quote_3_text":"The air condition lines that feed the rear compartment of the vehicle rub above the rear tire and put a hole in the line. The cost to replace was $2,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine lifter failure and knocking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753782","quote_1_text":"While traveling at highway speeds, my 2017 GMC Yukon SLE suffered a sudden, catastrophic Active Fuel Management (AFM) valvetrain lifter and camshaft collapse","quote_2_odi":"11637458","quote_2_text":"Not even 100,000 miles on it and the engine blew. Started with a lifter issue. Everyone I talk to with Yukons and GMC in general say it’s a problem","quote_3_odi":"11704527","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the lifters were previously replaced in 2021 at the manufacturer's expense","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-low-speed-brake-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and hard pedal at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745056","quote_1_text":"The recall repair for the brake vacuum pump did not hold for this vehicle. Even after the repair, several years later, the brakes would get hard as a rock, especially at low speeds and there was difficult stopping the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11131670","quote_2_text":"WHILE COMING TO TRAFFIC LIGHTS TO MAKE A STOP THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE PEDAL BEGINS TO GET HARDER AND HARDER TO PRESS WHILE LOSING THE ABILITY TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11170124","quote_3_text":"HAVE NO BRAKES AT LOW SPEED DUE TO FAULTY VACUUM PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-suspension-strut-leak","label":"Magnetic Ride Control strut and shock leak","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11383390","quote_1_text":"FRONT MAGNETIC SHOCKS QUICKLY FAILED, PART NO. SK3354. PART HAS BEEN ON BACKORDER FOR OVER A MONTH, WHICH MEANS IT IS FAILING ON MANY VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"11423199","quote_2_text":"There is a known issue with the GMC strutts leaking. I contacted several GMC dealerships to purchase strutts so that a local mechanic could put fix my truck without the dealership pricing","quote_3_odi":"11659602","quote_3_text":"Magneride defect - struts leaking !!! 85,000 miles This is unacceptable- car is dangerous- bouncing - rough ride- shaky- jerking Should be a recalll!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-taillight-led-failure","label":"Tail lamp LED circuit board failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11577011","quote_1_text":"Rear LED taillights circuit boards broken. Disabling both Stop tail lights causing serious safety hazard. We had no clue driving around and we didn't have any brake lights another driver had to tell us","quote_2_odi":"11079505","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE FIRE. INVESTIGATION REVEALED POINT OF ORIGIN WAS IN LEFT REAR TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY. CAUSE DETERMINED TO BE AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11266685","quote_3_text":"THE GMC YUKON MODELS IN ALL TRIMS, HAVE FAULTY LED STRIPS THAT CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO FAIL ON THE LEFT, AND RIGHT BRAKE LIGHT ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2017,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2017-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730014","quote_1_text":"The 2017 GMC Yukon has serious transmission issues that GM continues to ignore, and it is going to get someone hurt. I was stopped at a red light, and when it turned green, I pressed the gas pedal but the car would not move","quote_2_odi":"11728048","quote_2_text":"The 8-speed automatic transmission (Hydra-Matic 8L90) on this 2017 GMC Yukon SLT 5.3L V8 has failed. This is a repeat failure — the transmission was previously rebuilt in 2020 under a GM recall/service action for the same known defect affecting this transmission type","quote_3_odi":"11289661","quote_3_text":"BEGINNING AROUND 56,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION STARTED LURCHING AND STUTTERING AT SLOW SPEEDS. IT IS WORSE WHEN COLD BUT NEVER QUITE GOES AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-ac-condenser-refrigerant-leak","label":"AC condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11594401","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the A/C unit failed to function properly. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed that the A/C coolant line was leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11523225","quote_2_text":"GM already has extended the warrant for faulty AC Condensers model years 2015-2017. This model 2018 experiences the same exact condenser leak as the 2015-2017 models. In fact special coverage adjustment 17336 which omits the 2018 model has the same failure","quote_3_odi":"11399308","quote_3_text":"AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER REFRIGERANT LEAKED, PREVENTING AC FROM FUNCTIONING. COULD LEAD TO VISIBILITY ISSUES DUE TO DEFROSTER NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-afm-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine failure from lifter/camshaft wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11688970","quote_1_text":"My 2018 GMC Yukon blew an engine with only 81,000 miles. Had four shops including (2 GM dealerships) look at the vehicle, pictures, and findings and concluded the engine had blown. The vehicle had began running very rough while driving down the road at 45mph","quote_2_odi":"11681398","quote_2_text":"Vehicle (engine) shut off while driving on highway. Would not restart. Had vehicle towed from highway to repair shop. No check engine light ever came on. The engine was replaced and old one had to be returned in order to avoid paying a $5,000 core charge","quote_3_odi":"11660385","quote_3_text":"While stopped and isling, the engine shut off and would not restart. had I been moving, steering, braking, etc would have been compromised. Repair facility identified catastrophic engine failure at 48k miles on the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11618506","quote_1_text":"I have noticed the amount of pressure needed to apply brakes at a slow speed is a lot to where it seems like I will crash into the car or object in the way of my vehicle. I took my vehicle to a GMC dealership and was told the brake vacuum pump needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11307846","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF BRAKE ASSIST AT SPEEDS UP TO 30MPH VACUUM PUMP WAS REPLACED AND REPROGRAMMED IF THE BRAKE MODULE AND STILL HAPPENING","quote_3_odi":"11277323","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 GMC YUKON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V761000 (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11520792","quote_1_text":"While driving I made a right hand turn. As soon as the turn was made, the powering steering completely went out. The power steering is found to fail upon cold starts, then return to normal after operating","quote_2_odi":"11404386","quote_2_text":"ON 3/20/21 I WENT OUT WITH THE FAMILY OUT GOT TO OUR DESTINATION WELL BUT WHEN I STARTED MY VEHICLE TO GO BACK HOME I GOT A MESSAGE ON THE DISPLAY \"SERVICE POWER STEERING DRIVE WITH CARE\" WHEN I WENT TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO DRIVE I COULDN'T BECAUSE IT WAS TOO HARD, AFTER","quote_3_odi":"11467589","quote_3_text":"May 31st 2022-While driving on the highway, I lost control of my power steering. Luckily my husband was with me to drive it back home. June 1st 2022-Took it to a service center and was told it needed a part to fix the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-radiator-coolant-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729075","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer for service, and the contact was informed that the radiator was leaking and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11489925","quote_2_text":"2018 Yukon Denali with 37,000 miles has developed a leak in the radiator and needs replaced","quote_3_odi":"11446709","quote_3_text":"2014-2018 Chevy and GMC's have a problem with cycling of the thermostat that causes stress fractures on the radiator leading to coolant leaks. Attached are GM bulletins on the 2014 and 2015 models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-suspension-shock-leak","label":"Shock absorber leak","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11412855","quote_1_text":"REAR SHOCK IS LEAKING AND RIDE IS ROUGH (BOTTOMING OUT) CAN'T FIND NEW SHOCKS","quote_2_odi":"11405815","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS JUST OVER 55,000 MILES ON IT AND THE RIGHT FRONT SHOCK IS LEAKING. NOT VERY MANY MILES TO BE IN NEED OF A NEW SHOCK ON THE MOST EXPENSIVE SUSPENSION SYSTEM GM MAKES","quote_3_odi":"11384044","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT SHOCK ABSORBERS ON MY 2018 YUKON DENALI ARE LEAKING. THE CAR IS 2 YEARS OLD WITH APPROXIMATELY 67K MILES. GMC HAS THE ABSORBERS ON BACK ORDER AS THEY ARE APPARENTLY BEING REPLACED FREQUENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2018,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2018-transmission-slipping-valve-body","label":"Transmission slipping and valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730984","quote_1_text":"The 2018 Yukon has been at the dealership several timeswaiting for a valve body for the transmission. There are valve body recalls for other year GM vehicles with the same transmission, but not for the 2018 model even though it appears to be the same part number","quote_2_odi":"11692390","quote_2_text":"Dealership did a tune-up in June 2025 and had my truck for 2 weeks, no issues with transmission discovered or discussed. Now in September 2025, 2018 GMC Yukon has developed a torque converter shutter when driving between 40 and 50 mph","quote_3_odi":"11658008","quote_3_text":"I brought my 2018 yukon denali to dealer to see if there was a recall on the transmission. Warm or cold didn't matter because the truck jerks and slips constantly. Even when decelerating it will shift wrong and clunk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2019-engine-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Engine lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700050","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious and recurring safety defect involving my 2019 GMC Yukon Denali equipped with the 6.2L V8 L87 engine and GM’s AFM/DFM system","quote_2_odi":"11710111","quote_2_text":"Engine lifter spring failure followed by bent valve push rod experienced on or about 11/6/2025. Engine repaired/re-built at independent auto mechanic for a total of $6,450","quote_3_odi":"11663172","quote_3_text":"Engine lights and all other warning lights came on, and lost total power in engine while driving. Engine knocked bad and had to limp to a repair center to check out engine problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2019-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11240377","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT NORMAL SPEED A WARNING APPEARS THAT SAYS SERVICE POWER STEERING. IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER STEERING ON THE VEHICLE AND BY THE TIME WE GOT IT TO THE OFF RAMP THE STEERING WAS COMPLETELY LOCKED IN THE STRAIGHT POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11511545","quote_2_text":"the steering gear box became disassemble, steering wheel when to twelve o'clock, gears in steering gear box jump gear insurance inspector said a bolt back out","quote_3_odi":"11653365","quote_3_text":"Power steering going in and out while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2019-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake system warning without a trailer attached","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11635425","quote_1_text":"We received an alert/warning that is nearly constantly beeping and servicing the trailer brake system. We have never used the wiring or towed anything, and the trailer brake system is unused","quote_2_odi":"11501008","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service trailer brake system warning light illuminated and alerted the contact. The contact stated that there was no trailer brake","quote_3_odi":"11464220","quote_3_text":"Received a message on driver information system that states service trailer brake system. When towing a trailer, the trailer brakes are inoperable and pose a safety risk in the event of a sudden brake event","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2019,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11748498","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden and rapid mechanical failure of the 6-speed automatic transmission (6L80 model) within a span of less than two weeks","quote_2_odi":"11729010","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds in a parking lot, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted and the vehicle jerked abnormally","quote_3_odi":"11642849","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed at 90,100 miles. Left me stranded in middle of a busy intersection as I was making a left turn, it was like it was in neutral no matter how much I tried to accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2020-brake-power-assist-loss","label":"Brake pedal loses power assist intermittently","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11721207","quote_1_text":"I had an incident in my 2020 GMC Yukon, where the forward collision crash alert went off and there was total loss of brakes. The brake pedal went to the floor. After the crash alert ended, the brakes returned. This happened on the highway and could have turned into a disastrous","quote_2_odi":"11534400","quote_2_text":"Ambient temp was 100 degrees for reference. Had been driving about 5 hours. Went to stop and had no power assist for brakes. This continued for at least 20 miles. Stopped and confirmed vac hose was connected. I tried to remove vac hose to check for vac at booster but was afraid","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2020-engine-lifter-bearing-failure","label":"Lifter or bearing failure seizes the engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11697440","quote_1_text":"We purchased the vehicle used in April 2025 with 79,851 miles. All service records were documented via Carfax. Vehicle was in impeccable condition. We drove it for approx. 8,000 miles until July 10, 2025, when a loud knocking sound started coming from the engine - approx","quote_2_odi":"11672140","quote_2_text":"While driving to Lake Placid, NY, I experienced sudden loss of propulsion as I was driving approximately 60 mph. I was able to brake and pull over to the shoulder. I was not able to restart the vehicle - engine was dead. We were flat bed towed to a garage in Lake Placid where it","quote_3_odi":"11701391","quote_3_text":"I purchased a new 2020 GMC Yukon in May of 2020. Between May 2020 and November 2025 the vehicle was routinely serviced on or before the due date recommend by the manufacturer. I had not experienced issues with the vehicle until November 2020 when the check engine light abruptly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2020-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudders, slips, or fails completely","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11748691","quote_1_text":"Complete transmission failure at 82,000 miles. Well maintained vehicle, not used for towing or heavy hauling. Required complete replacement. Traveling at highway speeds and-according to repair facility- valve failure caused transmission to overheat a stripped gears, causing","quote_2_odi":"11590461","quote_2_text":"Shortly after the warranty expired my torque converter went out and damaged the transmission. After speaking with several transmission shops this is a known problem with this vehicle! The torque converter and transmission are poorly made, and no matter if you get all of your","quote_3_odi":"11650527","quote_3_text":"Hello, I’m calling about the GM transmission recall recently announced in March 2025 affecting 2020 Yukon vehicles. My Yukon experienced what I believe is the exact same issue described in the recall. Our vehicle lost forward gears and almost caused a crash. A certified mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2021-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719710","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption is an issue. My vehicle is using a quart of oil every 1,000 miles. Manufacturer says oil changes are 5,000 mile intervals, however at 2500 miles the dipstick is dry and the low oil light comes on","quote_2_odi":"11713798","quote_2_text":"The engine has started using large quantities of oil. Not dripping oil, burning oil. I have been doing oil consumption studies with GMC for months now. It burned 7 quarts in 5,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11659041","quote_3_text":"I am having an oil burning issue in my 2021 GMC Yukon Denali 6.2L engine and understand that some Yukon's have been recalled for this, but not all. GMC directed me here","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2021-fuel-pump-control-module-failure","label":"Fuel pump control module failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749507","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired","quote_2_odi":"11676465","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Yukon Denali (83264 miles), Fuel Pump Control Module failed causing car to lock up without any warning as my son was turning vehicle onto a main street. Car would not restart and wasn’t able to be put into Neutral to push it to side of road to a safer location","quote_3_odi":"11672290","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle shut off, leaving my family stranded in the middle of traffic. It was a 90+ degree day and my family was stuck in a hot car unable to move off the roadway. This was very unsafe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2021-lifter-camshaft-crankshaft-failure","label":"Lifter, camshaft, and crankshaft engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753973","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the check engine warning light started blinking and the vehicle started shaking violently. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road and turned off","quote_2_odi":"11742402","quote_2_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding my 2021 GMC Yukon due to a serious engine failure involving the camshaft, lifters, and crankshaft. The vehicle began exhibiting engine ticking and knocking noises, rough idle, loss of power, and reduced performance","quote_3_odi":"11713397","quote_3_text":"At approximately 148,239 miles, I experienced a catastrophic lifter failure. My mechanic diagnosed a failed AFM lifter and metal contamination, requiring full engine replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2021-seat-airbag-restraint-system-failure","label":"Driver seat airbag and restraint system failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683727","quote_1_text":"I was read ended at a stop light. The other drive fell asleep. She was in a 3.25 ton dodge ram going 45-55 mph. She never touched her brakes. She pushed me into the car in front of me. Air bags never deployed","quote_2_odi":"11746089","quote_2_text":"The driver's seat inboard airbag assembly and internal structural wiring harness failed due to a direct short circuit, completely deactivating the vehicle's supplemental restraint system","quote_3_odi":"11691222","quote_3_text":"“Service safety restraint” light comes on and the dealership cannot pin point exactly what the issue is without taking the entire seat and air bag out. It’s come on 3 times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2021-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission valve body and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753505","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the transmission was shifting hard, with severe vibrations and shuddering","quote_2_odi":"11710382","quote_2_text":"I live in Alaska. It was -13f. We were out and about and when I tried to leave and back up, the vehicle would not go into reverse. If it hadn’t been for a passing motorist my daughter and I would have been stuck there overnight, in negative temps","quote_3_odi":"11724498","quote_3_text":"I was pulling out of my driveway when I noticed that my mailbox was blown open from a recent storm. I stopped and put it in reverse (well tried to) but the vehicle would not shift","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-engine-lifter-bearing-failure","label":"Engine lifter and bearing failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11748699","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Chevrolet Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal knocking and ticking sound emanated from the engine before the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11726561","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2022 GMC Yukon Denali at interstate highway speed, the engine suddenly failed without any prior warning. At the time of the incident, the vehicle had approximately 65,000 miles. There were no warning lights illuminated before or during the failure","quote_3_odi":"11713187","quote_3_text":"I purchased a Yukon Denali 6.2L in March of 2022 brand new from Bob Johnsons in Rochester NY. On [XXX] at 12,577 miles the engine went through a catastrophic failure, while driving, the vehicle began to make very loud noises","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11695991","quote_1_text":"My vehicle continues to consume oil. It consumes approximately 1 quart of oil every 1 thousand miles. As a Retired/Disabled Veteran this has become a safety concern for me and my family as I'm concerned this vehicle will leave us stranded","quote_2_odi":"11715224","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a dripping sound coming from the vehicle, and the low oil warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11637302","quote_3_text":"Loss of 2 qt of engine oil in less than 5000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-onstar-telematics-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745249","quote_1_text":"OnStar telemetry module failed. Needs replaced. These modules are on back order. Safety features and emergency calling are disabled due to failed telemetry modules. Over the air updates cannot be completed due to the failure of the telemetry system","quote_2_odi":"11743132","quote_2_text":"OnStar module failure. No communication with vehicle in the event of emergencies. Safety systems disabled. No remote access to unlock/ lock doors. No remote start. No speed limit notification. All built in apps and wi-fi no longer functioning","quote_3_odi":"11717049","quote_3_text":"On Star module quit working in our Yukon, which in turn makes it useless to have any of the safety features. On Star and GM know this is an ongoing problem, but no recall has been issued. Neither company will repair unless an $1100 fee is paid","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-suspension-knock-air-ride","label":"Suspension knocking noise and air-ride leveling failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745597","quote_1_text":"The rear shocks in my GMC Yukon AT4 failed and began leaking and had to be replaced. This supposed to be an off-road durable suspension and the shocks are failing?","quote_2_odi":"11535540","quote_2_text":"My 2022 GMC YUKON DENALI has been at dealership multiple time for defective air ride suspension. The message says \"service leveling system\" once that show's it's a matter of time the vehicle will slump down","quote_3_odi":"11532172","quote_3_text":"We repeatedly received an error saying “Vehicle too high, drive with caution”, at which point, the suspension adjustment controls would not work and I could not lower the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-transmission-valve-body","label":"10-speed transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11661592","quote_1_text":"Total valve body failure in the transmission at 30k miles. I was traveling with my daughter on the freeway at 65 mph and the vehicle went into limp mode. No indication of problems prior to this incident","quote_2_odi":"11670659","quote_2_text":"Dropped my 2022 Yukon Denali off May 7, 2025 to Mike Reed Chevy due to failed transmission. Order was placed May 15, 2025 for a valve body part","quote_3_odi":"11653931","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has no reverse. 21,750 miles and have been told by the dealer that it needs a transmission valve body which are unavailable at this time and it could be several months before they are able to obtain the valve body","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"gmc-yukon-2022-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":164,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11715688","quote_1_text":"Windshield wipers stopped working while driving. Once engine turned off, the wires began working again. Additionally, later in the day while driving home the wipers stopped working again. The wipers have not worked since","quote_2_odi":"11629996","quote_2_text":"Windshield wipers quit working while raining and driving. I was able to get home even though I couldn’t see. I tried turning the car on and off multiple times and testing the windshield wipers but they still didn’t work","quote_3_odi":"11588642","quote_3_text":"Windshield wipers quit working. I turned off the rain sensing feature and they did not work even then. This is the second complaint I am filing on this vehicle. The vehicle is at the dealership for the second time to address this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-brake-control-module","label":"Brake system faults and failure warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11732405","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed to engage. Many lights lit up on dashboard and warning not to exceed 35 mph. It was determined this was due to a faulty brake system control module.","quote_2_odi":"11712998","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 63 mph on a busy roadway, my 2023 GMC Yukon experienced a sudden failure of the brake system, including loss of normal braking capability along with failures of the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and ABS systems…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-camera-display-malfunctions","label":"Camera and display screen malfunctions","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11660485","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing ongoing issues with the infotainment system in my vehicle, which has remained unresolved despite multiple service visits. The system frequently blacks out, reboots while driving, and fails to function entirely at times, for days at a time…","quote_2_odi":"11641422","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera failed to display an image, compromising the back-over prevention system. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-engine-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Engine failure with sudden loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":124,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11747033","quote_1_text":"My car started making a knocking noise under the hood 2 days prior to it breaking down (6/19 & 6/20). On 6/21/26, I was driving down the interstate WITH my kids in the car and it shut down on its own…","quote_2_odi":"11724749","quote_2_text":"My 2023 GMC Yukon Denali with the 6.2L V8 suffered a sudden loss of propulsion while traveling at approximately 70–75 mph on the highway with my wife and young daughter in the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11637045","quote_3_text":"The engine turned off while driving TWICE with NO WARNING. The first time the engine turned off without warning doing around 60MPH but was able to be restarted and ran normally for about a week or so…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-engine-oil-depletion","label":"Engine oil depletion between services","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11729547","quote_1_text":"My engine has metal flake in it and once which is a sign of engine failure. I reported it to GM they said it was a normal amount and to keep an eye on it the next day toil change…","quote_2_odi":"11746268","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low engine oil warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (Engine and Engine Cooling)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-engine-recall-remedy-delays","label":"Engine recall 25V274 remedy and parts delays","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11673572","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally express my concern and frustration regarding the prolonged delay in implementing a remedy for General Motors Safety Recall N252494000, which affects vehicles equipped with the L87 6.2-liter VB engine…","quote_2_odi":"11678363","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-telematics-module","label":"OnStar telematics control module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11647261","quote_1_text":"The Telematics control module became defective and could not communicate with the BCM and serial data gateway module, causing a check engine light, loss of ONSTAR communications, clock, navigation, and remote vehicle-to-app communication…","quote_2_odi":"11635229","quote_2_text":"I have been told the MODULE ASM-COMN INTERFAC Part #86581706 has failed and is on back order, with no anticipated in stock date, and not available to be repaired. This controls the vehicles communication with Onstar which is currently not working…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11739081","quote_1_text":"Owner was driving at highway speeds and the vehicle experienced multiple sudden stops. After consulting with the GMC certified repair facility, the control valve body of the transmission was determined to be faulty and replaced…","quote_2_odi":"11720657","quote_2_text":"Vehicle developed hesitation. Message: \"Reduced Acceleration Drive with Caution\" Check Engine light comes on, fortunately near home. Scanner showed \"PO 0747 Transmission Valve #1 stuck open.\"…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-electrical-faults-blackouts","label":"Electrical system faults and screen blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749817","quote_1_text":"Cameras go black and become inop randomly. Been in shop multiple times for concern. Software updates have been performed, modules replaced, cables, and now it’s back for the same concern.","quote_2_odi":"11663294","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle in September with 8 miles there have been several electrical malfunctions. Some “fix” themselves when I restart the vehicle and several have needed to go into service.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-engine-failure-propulsion-loss","label":"Engine failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745348","quote_1_text":"At 35k miles our 2024 Yukon Denali with a 6.2L engine blew on a roadway with no known warning. Extremely dangerous situation with my pregnant wife and child in the car.","quote_2_odi":"11639992","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was traveling down the freeway at 70 mph when suddenly the motor stopped running and it shifted automatically into neutral. We had to coast the car off of the freeway to the side of the road and stop.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-fca-unintended-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance unintended braking and faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749056","quote_1_text":"As I was driving the automatic emergency brakes went off and stopped me so hard and fast that I feel like I got whiplash. The seatbelt yanked me backwards, smacking my head against the headrest, I have an instant headache from it and my neck and shoulder still hurt…","quote_2_odi":"11613262","quote_2_text":"1 Adaptive cruise stopped me several times for no reason as there was nothing on the interstate and the weather was clear. This was very jarring at 80 miles per hour on the interstate created a hazardous and dangerous driving condition as cars were all around…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-oil-consumption-leaks","label":"Engine oil consumption and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11699475","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption, vehicle is using 1 quart minimum every 2000 miles, has been through 3 service cycles in 17303 miles due to this issue.…","quote_2_odi":"11661116","quote_2_text":"Engine oil consumption, low oil every 3000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-recall-parts-unavailability","label":"Recall 25V274 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11671944","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Yukon. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.…","quote_2_odi":"11680980","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2024 GMC Yukon Denali/AT4-T1, currently subject to GM Program #N252494000 for the L87 Engine Loss of Propulsion engine defect that can cause sudden engine failure, loss of power, and safety hazards.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body and shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11654932","quote_1_text":"Transmission will not shift out of 1st and 2nd gear. Backordered Valve Body Nationwide... none in the country. No ETA for this fix. Car has been in the shop over a month.","quote_2_odi":"11713448","quote_2_text":"Transmission appears to be lunging and shuttering. Dealer has indicated that the valve body need to be replaced or the vehicle could leave me stranded or without propulsion while driving.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-brake-system-component-failure","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11681592","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake failure warning light was illuminated. The contact’s husband…","quote_2_odi":"11666430","quote_2_text":"We purchased a brand new 2025 GMC Yukon on 5/19 and on 5/22, the vehicle would not release the parking brake. Multiple sensors / alerts were displayed, brake assist failure, press hard to brake, speed limited, service ESC, service traction control, check engine light, brake…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-brake-system-component-failure","label":"Reports of brake failure while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11681592","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 GMC Yukon. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the brake failure warning light was illuminated. The contact’s husband…","quote_2_odi":"11666430","quote_2_text":"We purchased a brand new 2025 GMC Yukon on 5/19 and on 5/22, the vehicle would not release the parking brake. Multiple sensors / alerts were displayed, brake assist failure, press hard to brake, speed limited, service ESC, service traction control, check engine light, brake…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring full replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11735631","quote_1_text":"The engine has seized and was replaced","quote_2_odi":"11716889","quote_2_text":"The 3.0L diesel motor failed around 5700 miles. The thrust bearing failed and the engine and the turbo needed to be replaced.","quote_3_odi":"11698966","quote_3_text":"On October 21, 2025, with only 4,197 miles on my Yukon, the vehicle suddenly died while in drive in a parking lot. The vehicle would not restart or shift into neutral. I contacted OnStar, who arranged for the vehicle to be towed to the nearest GMC dealership. Since that date,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring full replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11735631","quote_1_text":"The engine has seized and was replaced","quote_2_odi":"11716889","quote_2_text":"The 3.0L diesel motor failed around 5700 miles. The thrust bearing failed and the engine and the turbo needed to be replaced.","quote_3_odi":"11698966","quote_3_text":"On October 21, 2025, with only 4,197 miles on my Yukon, the vehicle suddenly died while in drive in a parking lot. The vehicle would not restart or shift into neutral. I contacted OnStar, who arranged for the vehicle to be towed to the nearest GMC dealership. Since that date,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Center touchscreen blackout losing camera control","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745319","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions the center screen has been non operational when we start the car and just shows a black screen. The volume knob and screen power button are non-responsive. When this occurs the backup camera is inoperable, which is mandatory safety equipment. the HVAC also…","quote_2_odi":"11726887","quote_2_text":"My 2025 GMC Yukon's infotainment system has repeatedly failed. The huge center screen frequently goes black upon starting the car. Once the screen goes black you are unable to control literally dozens of the vehicle's features including but not limited to climate controls,…","quote_3_odi":"11688642","quote_3_text":"The console screen that control many vehicle functions will often not boot up when the vehicle is started. Screen crashes have also happened while underway. The screen will be unresponsive to both touch and physical controls. Systems unable to be controlled include safety…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Center touchscreen blackout losing camera control","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745319","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions the center screen has been non operational when we start the car and just shows a black screen. The volume knob and screen power button are non-responsive. When this occurs the backup camera is inoperable, which is mandatory safety equipment. the HVAC also…","quote_2_odi":"11726887","quote_2_text":"My 2025 GMC Yukon's infotainment system has repeatedly failed. The huge center screen frequently goes black upon starting the car. Once the screen goes black you are unable to control literally dozens of the vehicle's features including but not limited to climate controls,…","quote_3_odi":"11688642","quote_3_text":"The console screen that control many vehicle functions will often not boot up when the vehicle is started. Screen crashes have also happened while underway. The screen will be unresponsive to both touch and physical controls. Systems unable to be controlled include safety…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-panoramic-sunroof-glass","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11712142","quote_1_text":"Driving along on an empty road and my panoramic sunroof back glass exploded it sounded like a gunshot going off. Could have caused a wreck it was so loud and scary.","quote_2_odi":"11686933","quote_2_text":"Our panoramic sunroof exploded while driving down the highway.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-panoramic-sunroof-glass","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11712142","quote_1_text":"Driving along on an empty road and my panoramic sunroof back glass exploded it sounded like a gunshot going off. Could have caused a wreck it was so loud and scary.","quote_2_odi":"11686933","quote_2_text":"Our panoramic sunroof exploded while driving down the highway.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-super-cruise-lane-disengage","label":"Super Cruise disengagement on curves","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11712431","quote_1_text":"This has happened twice. Once in November 2025 and then in January 2026. With super cruise engaged while going around a curve super cruse disengages and the steering wheel turns to driving straight. You have about one or two seconds to take control or crash. This happened while…","quote_2_odi":"11690275","quote_2_text":"While engaged, Super Cruise failed to detect lines on road on a bend and launched the vehicle in the opposite lane without warning. This has occurred two separate times. First time was in late June 2025 on the PA Turnpike. Traveling at 70 mph. It was a left hand bend in the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2025-super-cruise-lane-disengage","label":"Super Cruise disengagement on curves","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11712431","quote_1_text":"This has happened twice. Once in November 2025 and then in January 2026. With super cruise engaged while going around a curve super cruse disengages and the steering wheel turns to driving straight. You have about one or two seconds to take control or crash. This happened while…","quote_2_odi":"11690275","quote_2_text":"While engaged, Super Cruise failed to detect lines on road on a bend and launched the vehicle in the opposite lane without warning. This has occurred two separate times. First time was in late June 2025 on the PA Turnpike. Traveling at 70 mph. It was a left hand bend in the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2026-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine stall or seizure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754757","quote_1_text":"On July 30th 2026, I was Driving on the highway at about 75 miles per hour and the engine shut down. We were fortunate that we could pull over to the side of the highway. We had the truck towed to Oxendale gmc","quote_2_odi":"11740294","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 GMC Yukon. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH the engine seized. All the warning lights illuminated after the failure. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that an engine replacement was needed","quote_3_odi":"11725518","quote_3_text":"Motor blown up, truck shut off while driving. Loss of all power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2026-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749167","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was parked and turned off for approximately 45 minutes on a residential street along the curb in front of a house when the rear window suddenly shattered","quote_2_odi":"11738557","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2026 GMC Yukon AT4 (VIN [XXX] ) on [XXX] Pelahatchie, Mississippi, the panoramic moonroof spontaneously shattered at highway speed. No impact, no debris strike, no external cause","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon","model_slug":"yukon","cluster_id":"yukon-2026-infotainment-heat-failure","label":"Infotainment display failure with camera loss in heat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747012","quote_1_text":"The center screen (infotainment), which shows controls for cabin climate (A/C, heat) and many more functions of the vehicle fails to turn on at random times. It is available for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11743636","quote_2_text":"My 2026 GMC Yukon Elevation experiences intermittent total failure of the center infotainment/display screen, beginning around mid-March 2026","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2020-camshaft-lifter-failure","label":"Camshaft and lifter failure needing engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11719705","quote_1_text":"My 2020 GMC Yukon XL Denali 6.2L with 59,000 miles developed a ticking noise and slight power loss diagnosed by three different garages as a \"collapsed lifter\" on #4 cylinder. It's one of the AFM/DoD cylinders that shuts down to save fuel","quote_2_odi":"11701040","quote_2_text":"Complete Engine Failure at 83,986 miles and no prior signs that it was defective. Had GM initially look at it and they refused to cover the repair and indicated that it was due to faulty lifters","quote_3_odi":"11637757","quote_3_text":"Lifter failure Car could not be driven and were stranded at night in the dark. The car had to be towed but the tow truck did not arrive until morning. It was an EXPENSIVE repair at GMC dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2020-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11729392","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH and attempting a lane change, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11659072","quote_2_text":"I was driving 75 MPH on the interstate passing a semi. The Yukon did not respond to pedal pressure so I used my blinker, moved to right lane and coasted into the grass area. The engine was completely off","quote_3_odi":"11586190","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not able to be restarted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2020-steering-failure","label":"Steering system failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11726127","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway when the steering warning light came on and then I had a loss of complete steering on the highway. Somehow was able to get off the highway but not completely off the road","quote_2_odi":"11580704","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the steering wheel was increasingly wobbly and was pulling 3-4 inches to the right or to the left, and the vehicle was difficult to steer while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2020,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11711773","quote_1_text":"My 10 speed transmission on my 2020 Yukon XL Denali experienced a total failure. The vehicle will not move under its own power. General Motors has ZERO information on when a replacement Transmission will be available. Some info online shows it could be months","quote_2_odi":"11518863","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the temperature gauge started rising quickly. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11513372","quote_3_text":"Transmission required replacing at 82,500 miles. Vehicle completely lost power during my morning commute. Thankfully, I had exited the Interstate and was on a city street with minimal traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-airbag-warning","label":"Air bag and seat belt warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11689682","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the “Service Safety Restraint Device” warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, and the contact was informed that the air bag was not…","quote_2_odi":"11502286","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has 22,000 miles on it and is under warranty. The airbag light indicating a malfunction stays on. The vehicle has been to the dealer 2 different times. The dealer indicates the factory(GMC) is working on the problem but has no solution at this time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11734972","quote_1_text":"Without any warning, the V8 L87 6.2 liter engine suddenly seized up, began shaking with significant reduced power. I was fortunate that I could drive slowly to safety and was not on the expressway…","quote_2_odi":"11636704","quote_2_text":"We were driving on the interstate outside of Chattanooga TN when our car went into neutral while we were in the left hand lane next to a 18 wheeler. My husband was driving and we have our four children and dog in the car. We lost acceleration…","quote_3_odi":"11636676","quote_3_text":"Our 6.2L failed unexpectedly after regular maintenance. No warning, just the sound of knocking in the engine then loss of power and bad sounds from the engine. Stranded on side of road. GM wants to replace the entire engine without opening engine, claiming lower engine…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-fuel-pump-module","label":"Fuel pump control module stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11744517","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the engine stalled and the vehicle failed to start. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic…","quote_2_odi":"11651172","quote_2_text":"I was driving with my [XXX] son and my car just stalled out in the middle of the road. I couldn’t start it and we were stuck in the middle of the road. My husband arranged for a tow and the repair shop (safe auto repair Mont Belvieu) told me that this type of thing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Lifter and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11748742","quote_1_text":"This is from dealership “found customers concern of engine light is on and ticking noise found cylinder 4 lifters to be collapsed causing the exhaust gasses to be trapped in the cylinder causing the cylinder wall to dry out and leaving scratches on the cylinder wall recommend…","quote_2_odi":"11742514","quote_2_text":"While I was driving home from the grocery store with my 4 kids our 2021 GMC Yukon XL (5.3L V8 engine), the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic mechanical engine failure without warning. The engine began violently shaking, lost major propulsion…","quote_3_odi":"11669184","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power, prompting the contact to pull over to the shoulder…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11637898","quote_1_text":"Engine is consuming 3qt oil every 1,000 miles. Has been consuming oil since 34,000 mile mark and the transmission has been slipping where it revs very high before downshifting. GM has asked for an oil consumption test to be done and now we are 9,000 plus miles…","quote_2_odi":"11703333","quote_2_text":"Low engine oil message keeps flashing after less than 2,000 miles of driver. Excessive oil consumption. Took vehicle to GMC dealership and it was confirmed that an engine replacement or replacement of the pistons and rings is necessary. Only 77,000 miles on the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11561007","quote_1_text":"Driving down the interstate at 70mph and it randomly slams on the brakes. At about 45mph it let's loose and speeds back up. There's never anything in front of the car and it does it a few times a week. Usually throws everything on the floor that was on the seats and scares the…","quote_2_odi":"11720123","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking when moving forward after a stop. Dealer can’t replicate or diagnose it, therefore won’t repair it under warranty. It’s happened 6 times now and almost caused 3 accidents.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2021,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2021-transmission-valve-body","label":"Ten-speed transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":198,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11730783","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle decelerated unintentionally and failed to accelerate above 35 MPH. The vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed…","quote_2_odi":"11705598","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2021 GMC Yukon XL, the vehicle unexpectedly lost acceleration. After lifting off the gas pedal, it jolted forward, triggered a “Reduced Performance” dashboard warning, and remained in what felt like second gear, refusing to shift…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-airbag-roof-console-failure","label":"Roof console failure disabling airbag warning system","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11458716","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the component that controls the overhead console was not working. The contact stated that the warning light had illuminated that the air bag had a malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11451816","quote_2_text":"“Service safety restraint system” warning light message appears on dash. Airbag indicator light on indicating and advised airbags are inoperative due to faulty circuit","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-brake-system-failure","label":"Loss of braking function and ABS warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747301","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] brake system failure, service ESC, Forward Collision system unavailable and check engine lights came on the dashboard and the vehicle had no brakes","quote_2_odi":"11659050","quote_2_text":"I jumped in and turned the car on and started driving. Right away I noticed most of the warning lights were on. The first speed bump in the complex made me realize I had lost 80-90% of my brakes as if I had a broken brake line for example","quote_3_odi":"11448607","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was purchased Friday evening. Monday morning and 223 miles later, started vehicle, message \"service abs - do not drive over 43(?) MPH\" came to a stop sign, vehicle in front already at stop sign, applied brakes, vehicle did not stop, swerved into other lane (on coming…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-engine-seizure-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Engine seizure and sudden loss of propulsion (6.2L V8)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744551","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that while driving approximately 74 MPH uphill, the vehicle suddenly lost power and shut off. The vehicle became disabled in a travel lane of the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11729486","quote_2_text":"My vehicle experienced complete engine loss while driving due to a crankshaft failure. There were no warning lights, no messages, and no indication of a problem. The vehicle suddenly lost all power in traffic and then the engine seized completely","quote_3_odi":"11636933","quote_3_text":"At 45K miles my 2022 Yukon 6.2L suffered a total engine failure on [XXX] just South of Atlanta, GA in rush hour traffic. My vehicle was completely inoperable and shifted itself into neutral. I barely made it off the road without getting hit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-infotainment-display-failure","label":"Infotainment and gauge cluster display failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11723499","quote_1_text":"First incident: When driving my vehicle the entire infotainment center went black for a few minutes. Second incident: infotainment center has frozen multiple times. Third: infotainment center glitches Last incident: a message came up saying to Service the Infotainment Center","quote_2_odi":"11690164","quote_2_text":"the digital gauge cluster suddenly black out and do not show any information such as speed, rpm, signal, etc at all. this is very serious issue for driver and passenger safety","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11733970","quote_1_text":"I ordered and purchased this vehicle in November of 2021. Since it was new, it has consumed approximately one quart of oil per oil change interval as indicated on the oil life monitor system","quote_2_odi":"11652280","quote_2_text":"Car consuming too much oil, engine oil very low every 2000 miles. GM claims that 2000 is acceptable but new oil should go to 4000 at the least","quote_3_odi":"11679325","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 GMC Yukon XL. The contact stated that the \"Check Oil\" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that engine oil was being added to the engine more frequently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-onstar-module-failure","label":"OnStar telematics module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746606","quote_1_text":"Onstar module stopped working for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11705828","quote_2_text":"OnStar Module is disabled, this is a key safety feature, one of the reasons I purchased this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11627157","quote_3_text":"The onstar system failed and will not work. This affects the ability to make emergency calls, report/determine our vehicle’s location, the vehicle’s navigation system, and some of the blind spot monitors are also affected, though intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2022,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2022-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11723283","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road and my vehicle went into limp mode, and I had reduced acceleration. I got to my destination then could not reverse the vehicle out of the parking space, reverse would not engage and allow me to have acceleration power","quote_2_odi":"11656434","quote_2_text":"Valve body needs replaced, been waiting over 10 weeks for replacement. Vehicle only has 28k miles and wouldn’t reverse or shift past 2nd gear","quote_3_odi":"11724086","quote_3_text":"Car would not engage in reverse. Stranded and needed a tow into dealership. Also experienced rough shifting especially when accelerating in lower gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure with warning lamp display","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754196","quote_1_text":"When I tried to brake, my brakes failed and started flashing a brake failure warning light. I kept pumping the brake pedal, and eventually, the car slowed down and came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11715252","quote_2_text":"As I descended down a hill in our neighborhood the brake system failed and the vehicle would not stop.  By standing on the brake pedal I slowed enough to put the vehicle in park as I entered an intersection with the main road","quote_3_odi":"11699346","quote_3_text":"while driving approximately 25 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the message \"You Have no Brakes - Do Not Drive Over 40 MPH\" was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-engine-failure-highway","label":"6.2L/5.3L engine seizure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711975","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a busy 3 lane road with a 55 mph speed limit. By the Grace of God, I had just turned from the center lane to the right (outer) lane when our Yukon lost ALL POWER and the display read something like \"Press Start/Ignition.\" I was utterly confused…","quote_2_odi":"11716511","quote_2_text":"On January 10, 2026, at approximately 1:00 a.m., while traveling at highway speed (approximately 65+ mph) on a multi-lane highway, the engine suddenly failed without warning, resulting in a complete loss of power. I was forced to make immediate evasive maneuvers to reach the…","quote_3_odi":"11736444","quote_3_text":"This vehicle was identified as recalled in 2025 for total engine replacement and the engine did fail in May 2025 it would stall while driving. GMC performed the engine replacement in June of 2025. The car stalled again on Friday May 1","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-exhaust-co-intrusion","label":"Exhaust and carbon monoxide intrusion into cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717379","quote_1_text":"my vehicle has developed a severe and persistent exhaust intrusion that allows toxic exhaust fumes, including carbon monoxide (CO), to enter the passenger cabin. CO levels have measured a peak of 83 PPM and consistent reading between 20-37 over multiple tests","quote_2_odi":"11635465","quote_2_text":"carbon monoxide (CO) entered the cabin, exposing my children and me to dangerously high levels of CO and causing confirmed carbon monoxide poisoning. We were driving with the engine running and the heater on for approximately 21 minutes when the exposure occurred","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-fuel-tank-detachment","label":"Fuel tank strap detachment and tank drop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752614","quote_1_text":"I discovered that the entire fuel tank had fallen out of the vehicle and was resting on the ground. I contacted roadside assistance, and the vehicle was towed to the dealership. The dealership informed me that the…","quote_2_odi":"11752222","quote_2_text":"On a long trip the fuel tank straps and bolts holding the gas tank failed causing the fuel tank to fall and be dragged causing massive fuel spill. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-onstar-module-failure","label":"OnStar telecommunications module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680952","quote_1_text":"The onboard accident emergency notification system has failed after 2 years.  The SOS and Onstar are not functional.  Car has no data communication with the network.  Was confirmed by Crenwelge Motors in Kerrville Texas","quote_2_odi":"11728073","quote_2_text":"The onstar module of my 2023 GMC Yukon has failed. This is a wide spread issue with recent model GMC's. There are thousands of reports of the same thing happenings. When an onstar module fails, the vehicle loses…","quote_3_odi":"11719043","quote_3_text":"Onstar connectivity module failed after dealer updates. The onstar module controls super cruise hands free driving. Module can fail during use causing accident. Vehicle did not display any warning on display screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728231","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof on my 2023 GMC Yukon Denali Ultimate XL spontaneously exploded while driving westbound on I-20 on March 13. There was no impact from road debris, no vehicles ahead, no overpass, and no external cause","quote_2_odi":"11542404","quote_2_text":"I was driving on Highway 78 from Alabama to Mississippi, when all of a sudden we heard a loud explosion type noise. My husband looked up at the panoramic sunroof, and there was a large hole, along with shattered glass","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure and gear shift loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674733","quote_1_text":"The valve body failed on 6/4/25. This caused the car to have a sudden jerk and then suddenly decelerate while driving with my children in the vehicle. It could have caused an accident if another vehicle had been following behind","quote_2_odi":"11664657","quote_2_text":"SUV appears to get stuck in gear or struggle shifting causing jerky behavior and erratic drivability. Stopped driving and had it towed to dealer.   Dealer stated Engine Code P0747 shown. Dealer stated faulty transmission valve body but no ETA on parts","quote_3_odi":"11642981","quote_3_text":"While driving, vehicle threw an error “ reduced acceleration, drive with care”. I had my children in the car when the car abruptly reduced speed and car jerked. It was very scary while driving. It was stuck in 5th gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2023,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2023-wiper-intermittent-failure","label":"Windshield wiper intermittent inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701899","quote_1_text":"While driving through rain on a long car trip, the wipers suddenly became completely inoperable.  We could not see and were on a highway causing a serious safety issue.  We had to drive very carefully off the next exit ramp","quote_2_odi":"11582539","quote_2_text":"Windshield wipers periodically fail to operate when turned on.  This is but extremely dangerous because it's been impossible to determine what the cause is.  When the wipers stop working, I adjust the speed from the intermittent settings to LO and HI and there is no change","quote_3_odi":"11672294","quote_3_text":"Multiple times the windshield wipers have randomly stopped working. Other times were on short drives from home and we were able to get home safely but had issues with visibility. Eventually they would come back on and start…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2024-body-fit-finish","label":"Body panel and trim fit-and-finish defects","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689744","quote_1_text":"Hello,I would like to file a complaint for General Motors for untimely recall remedy and failure to fix recall it’s been 6 months since the recall and there’s no remedy no estimate on it and no update from dealer or GM","quote_2_odi":"11690084","quote_2_text":"Windshield needs replacement – one side window installed incorrectly (huge gap) •Trim peeling (inside and outside) •Heavy rust in engine area •Sunroof seals need replacement •All window tints need replacement","quote_3_odi":"11690048","quote_3_text":"Check Engine and transmission alerts appeared in the app; vehicle showed “Check 4x4” while driving, cleared next day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2024-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642840","quote_1_text":"Total engine failure at 12,307 miles without warning. The engine turned off while driving on the Interstate - a message appeared on the instrument panel that said \"Press start\"","quote_2_odi":"11719490","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Yukon XL. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_3_odi":"11662336","quote_3_text":"The engine seized on us. It only has 18,000 miles on it. This could have caused a serious accident! There was no warning, no indication, it just died and would not restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2024-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661116","quote_1_text":"Engine oil consumption, low oil every 3000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11658887","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED A GMC DENALI YUKON ULTIMATE XL JUNE LAST YEAR . 103 THOUSAND. bOUGHT IT IN FOR FIRST OIL CHANGE AT 5500 MILES THE CAR HAS BEEN LEAKING OIL ,TOO, nOW ITS BEEN BACK THREE TIMES AND STILL LEAKI9NG OIL","quote_3_odi":"11745414","quote_3_text":"I perform all maintenance on my vehicles, I have previously been a ASE Certified Master Technician, so I know engines and vehicles very well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2024-recall-delay","label":"Delayed or ineffective engine recall remedy","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669273","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 GMC Yukon XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V274000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11669610","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding GM Recall N252494000 (NHTSA Campaign Number 25V274) for my 2024 GMC Yukon XL (VIN: [XXX] )","quote_3_odi":"11713057","quote_3_text":"Good morning. It’s about the safety recall for loss of propulsion due to manufacturing defects that can lead to engine damage and engine failure. GM notified me about this in September 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2024,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2024-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11654932","quote_1_text":"Transmission will not shift out of 1st and 2nd gear. Backordered Valve Body Nationwide... none in the country. No ETA for this fix. Car has been in the shop over a month","quote_2_odi":"11713448","quote_2_text":"Transmission appears to be lunging and shuttering. Dealer has indicated that the valve body need to be replaced or the vehicle could leave me stranded or without propulsion while driving","quote_3_odi":"11704297","quote_3_text":"vehicle parked for extended period, 7-10 days, entered vehicle on 12/05/25 and proceeded to start - immediately service transmission appeared in display, check engine light on, dash flashing and door locks going up and down and chiming of alarms","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2025-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and warning malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700916","quote_1_text":"My brakes stopped working randomly. Alarms started going off in the car. Thankfully I was able to quickly turn right instead of rolling into traffic. This was terrifying and could have caused a very serious wreck","quote_2_odi":"11699186","quote_2_text":"At approximately 4,300 miles—well within the 3-year/36,000-mile bumper-to-bumper warranty—this truck suffered a catastrophic right-rear brake failure directly attributable to a dealer-installed GMC-approved Brembo Performance Brake Upgrade Package","quote_3_odi":"11656684","quote_3_text":"Roughly one to two times per day, a notification pops up on the infotainment screen stating that the brakes need to be serviced due to the brake assist system failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2025-camera-park-assist-failure","label":"Rear camera and park assist system failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690347","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera is not sufficient for full time use. The camera is positioned too low and during times of dawn/night/dusk if a truck of similar size pulls up behind you, your camera is completely blinded by headlights","quote_2_odi":"11708115","quote_2_text":"The image module system has completely failed and never worked in the Yukon. Then it would brake while still accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11688022","quote_3_text":"On August 9th at 5:30PM roughly, while attempting to park using the vehicle’s Park Assist feature, the system failed to function properly—specifically, it failed to detect a pole at the rear of a parking space, did not slow or brake the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2025-electrical-cluster-reboot","label":"Electrical system failure and instrument cluster reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713468","quote_1_text":"The infotainment and instrumentation cluster will reboot while driving. This has happened multiple times while on the express way and while using super cruise","quote_2_odi":"11721834","quote_2_text":"The car was purchased on 8/15/2026. On November 6th 2026 with 3051 miles on all the gauges, electronic dashboard, gps , climate controls, heads up display failed while car was in driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2025-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742654","quote_1_text":"On May 6, 2026 while driving on the interstate, the vehicle automatically shifted into Neutral, and lost all engine power. The vehicle would not shift back into drive or even 4x4 neutral to be towed. The vehicle was towed to Sam Boswell GMC in Mt Dora, FL","quote_2_odi":"11699723","quote_2_text":"DuraMAX 3.0L LZ0 engine with defective crankshaft thrust bearing caused catastrophic engine failure requiring engine replacement. The event occurred at about 1,000 miles. There is a GM TSB that addresses this issue","quote_3_odi":"11703036","quote_3_text":"Reduced engine power warning light came on at approximately 7600 miles on our new 2025 Yukon xl. Dealer inspected and ultimately decided the engine needs to be replaced due to crankshaft end play out of spec","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2025,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2025-powertrain-neutral-shift","label":"Powertrain jerking and unexpected shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738342","quote_1_text":"Driving the vehicle with my family in it on merrit parkway in ct 230 am on May 10 th Car rpm start going up and making noises and felt like gear not shifting in few seconds later car all sudden on its own shifted to neutral as my speed 55-60 mph was during that moment","quote_2_odi":"11688875","quote_2_text":"Transmission malfunctioned 4 separate times. Engine and service transmission light came on. Vehicle shifted hard and became immobile at certain times. 4 tropes to a dealer for repair. Latest repair was replacing ECM and problem still persists","quote_3_odi":"11711967","quote_3_text":"Starting at around 1300 miles, we noticed jerking upon acceleration. We took it into the dealership at 1500 due to a check engine light. They replaced the coil in cylinder 1","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2026-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure requiring full replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739155","quote_1_text":"Car Engine stopped , shut down on I 475 South Macon GA at 70 mph in left lane. Had to coast to right shoulder. Towed to Hutchinson GMC in Macon GA and it was determined the Engine had locked up. 2026 with 4200 miles, Purchased January 2nd 2026","quote_2_odi":"11725564","quote_2_text":"2026 GMC Yukon XL Denali, VIN [XXX] , 6.2L V8 L87 engine. At 3,168 miles, vehicle developed rough idle and knocking noise","quote_3_odi":"11716813","quote_3_text":"Purchased brand new vehicle 2026 XL Denali, hadn’t even had my first oil change, and had a complete engine failure in the middle of the road. Prior to engine failure, car ran fine without an issue - so failure came out of nowhere","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2026-forward-collision-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance unexpected braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732919","quote_1_text":"I was on the Highway and had the vehicle on cruise control, the super cruise was not available the entire trip","quote_2_odi":"11696961","quote_2_text":"This issue affects all vehicles in the GMC lineup. The forward collision alert system is so sensitive that it gives false positives constantly which causes 2 major safety issues with the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2026-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment touchscreen going blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747253","quote_1_text":"The large central infotainment touchscreen (which controls climate control/AC, navigation/maps, audio, backup camera, and all primary vehicle functions) has repeatedly failed by going completely dark/blank without warning on my 2026 GMC Yukon Denali XL purchased new on [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11729272","quote_2_text":"In the 2026 Yukons, almost all physical buttons have been replaced by the giant center touchscreen. When starting my vehicle, about a third of the time the screen will not come on, and can’t be turned back on by any means","quote_3_odi":"11707388","quote_3_text":"The Infotainment screen which controls the A/C, heating, defrost, cameras and all other info for the vehicle does not come on in th vehicle. This began happening after owning the vehicle for 3 days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2026,"make":"GMC","make_slug":"gmc","model":"Yukon XL","model_slug":"yukon-xl","cluster_id":"yukon-xl-2026-spare-tire-brembo-incompatibility","label":"Spare tire incompatible with Brembo brake package","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716907","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint to report a safety defect involving a 2026 GMC Yukon XL AT4 equipped with the GM Brembo brake upgrade","quote_2_odi":"11721069","quote_2_text":"I am submitting supplemental information regarding Complaint #11716907 involving a 2026 GMC Yukon XL AT4 equipped with the Brembo brake package","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/gmc/yukon-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/gmc"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-abs-vsa-modulator-warning","label":"ABS/VSA modulator warning light activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11581504","quote_1_text":"ABS modules throw solenoid codes (usually consisting of VSA, ABS, traction control, and parking brake lights on the gauge cluster)","quote_2_odi":"11222594","quote_2_text":"I OWN 2 HONDA'S AN ACCORD AND A PILOT IT IS INSANE THE VISA MODULATOR WENT BAD ON BOTH THEM","quote_3_odi":"11010815","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VSA WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11734820","quote_1_text":"My daughter was in a accident on the freeway which was pretty bad the car is totaled and she was injured because the air bags never came out","quote_2_odi":"11259029","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED A TRUCK. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11140150","quote_3_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A MVA AND AT 55 MPH, MY AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY CHEST HIT THE STEERING WHEEL AS WELL HEAD HIT THE WINDSHIELD LEAVING ME WITH A STERNUM FRACTURE. I HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM BEHIND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-oil-consumption-piston-rings","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11449307","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 1-quart of engine oil per 1,000 miles driven","quote_2_odi":"11298370","quote_2_text":"2008 ACCORD 4 CYLINDER HAS EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION BECAUSE OF FACTORY DEFECT PISTON RING","quote_3_odi":"10985146","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION FOR THE PAST THREE YEARS. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-takata-recall-administration","label":"Takata airbag recall notice and dealer handling","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11530408","quote_1_text":"I received several letters notifying me of an urgent recall for my Honda vehicle. I’ve attempted to get this issue fixed many times","quote_2_odi":"11149474","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED A \"SRS ECU FAILURE\" RECALL NOTICE AND CONTACTED A HONDA DEALERSHIP FOR SUPPORT. THEY TOLD ME TO DISREGARD THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10968070","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THAT THE AIR BAG SAFETY RECALL WAS COMPLETED INCORRECTLY. THE DEALER REFUSED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-transmission-hard-shift-stall","label":"Transmission hard shifting and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11012412","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SPEED DECREASED INDEPENDENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11440375","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway at 60mph when suddenly the car threw itself in reverse!","quote_3_odi":"11391122","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFTS HARD ON ACCELERATION, CAUSING HARD JERKS. WHEN BRAKING RPMS IS STILL HIGH AND ENGINE IS HIGH. IT IS TRULY AN UNSAFE SITUATION. IT SEEMS THE CAR DOESN'T KNOW WHAT GEAR TO BE IN. AND WHEN YOU TURN IT DOES THE SAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2008-vtc-actuator-rattle","label":"Engine rattle at cold start from VTC actuator","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1520,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11666278","quote_1_text":"VTC failure, grinding on cold start up. There is a known issue with this in my year model, 2008 Honda accord","quote_2_odi":"11093710","quote_2_text":"ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR 2 SECONDS UPON COLD START. ONLINE SEARCHES REVEAL THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THE VTC ACTUATOR AND A TSB HAS BEEN ISSUES (NHTSA #10087883)","quote_3_odi":"11078798","quote_3_text":"VTC ACTUATOR FAILURE. I GET A GRINDING SOUND WHEN STARTING MY CAR. ALMOST EVERY 2008 HONDA ACCORD IS EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM. HONDA IS AWARE AND THEY HAVE NOT RECALLED THIS ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2010-door-lock-actuator","label":"Door lock actuator failure trapping occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":580,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11019522","quote_1_text":"I WAS UNABLE TO OPEN THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR, EVEN AFTER UNLOCKING THE DOOR. THIS COULD BE AN EXTREME SAFETY HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, SHOULD EMERGENCY RESPONDERS NEED TO GAIN IMMEDIATE ACCESS TO THE CAR AND A PASSENGER WAS UNRESPONSIVE. THE POWER DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR","quote_2_odi":"10968367","quote_2_text":"DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE STOPPED LOCKING AND UNLOCKING THE DOORS ON THREE OF THE FOURS DOORS OF THE CAR. I HAVE TO MANUALLY LOCK AND UNLOCK THE DRIVERS DOOR WITH THE KEY IN ORDER TO LOCK IT","quote_3_odi":"11046374","quote_3_text":"ALL 4 OF MY LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE GONE OUT IN ABOUT A 6 YEAR PERIOD OF TIME. THEY WENT OUT INDIVIDUALLY APPROXIMATELY A YEAR APART. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITHIN THE FIRST 3 YEARS OF OWNING THE CAR AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2010-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and piston ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":580,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11498462","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has 73k miles every 1000k miles its burning at least a quart of oil","quote_2_odi":"11452382","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil. The contact became aware that there was no oil on the dipstick. There were no warning lights illuminated. While driving, there was an abnormal friction noise detected. The contact added oil","quote_3_odi":"11209700","quote_3_text":"IN JULY OF 2017 MY CAR STARTED SHOWING THAT THERE WAS A INSTABILITY IN THE ENGINE. TURNS OUT THAT HONDA KNEW ABOUT THIS POSSIBLE PROBLEM AND HAD A PROCEDURE TO DEAL WITH IT WITHOUT FIXING THE UNDERLYING CAUSE. IT SEEMS THAT THEY MADE THE PISTONS INCORRECTLY AT THE FACTORY AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2010-takata-airbag-inflator","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":580,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11074941","quote_1_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS: PEOPLE; HOW LONG HAS THIS BEEN A PROBLEM? IT'S AT LEAST TWO YEARS OLD AND I JUST GOT NOTIFICATION THIS PAST SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2018. THIS HAS BEEN A SERIOUS SAFETY PROBLEM AND I AM TOTALLY UPSET IN FIRST BELIEVING MY CAR WAS NOT AFFECTED BY THE RECALL, AND","quote_2_odi":"11072373","quote_2_text":"I NOTICE THAT MY HONDA 2010 ACCORD IS ON LIST FOR AIRBAG RECALL LIST FOR TAKATA INFLATOR. WITH NUMEROUS ATTEMPT TO FIX MY AIRBAG WITH DEL, THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT MY VIN IS NOT ON THE LIST FOR RECALL. I CANNOT UNDERSTAND WHY MY CAR IS DIFFERENT FROM OTHER 2010 MODEL","quote_3_odi":"11097348","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. FIRST HONDA RECALL LETTER IN FEB, 2018. \"I-79\" HONDA SUPPOSEDLY FIXED THE PROBLEM ON MARCH 5, 2018. SECOND CARD-LETTER RECEIVED MAY 20, 2018. I CALLED THE DEALER (I-79 HONDA), AND THEY SAID YES, INFLATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED (AGAIN!!). WHAT'S GOING ON HERE???","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2010-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and delayed engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":580,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11473761","quote_1_text":"My transmission is slipping from 2nd going into 3rd gear. It revs up really high when shifting and jerks. All the other gears are fine. my car only has 104,484 miles","quote_2_odi":"11355322","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE AND EXPERIENCED HIGH REVVING WHEN SHIFTING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. ALSO, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT ABOVE SECOND GEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO","quote_3_odi":"11311139","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11512442","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously involved in a crash and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11054763","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10734112","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-drive-shaft-cv-axle-failure","label":"Drive shaft and CV axle failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11422234","quote_1_text":"the drive shaft axle snapped when I made a left turn while driving","quote_2_odi":"11481898","quote_2_text":"Both the passenger and driver side CV axles have a rubber vibration isolator mounted in the center of each drive axle","quote_3_odi":"11501650","quote_3_text":"Was driving and took a left hand turn and transaxle broke in half. Could not move after that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-power-steering-rack-leak","label":"Power steering rack and pinion fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11435543","quote_1_text":"I have a 2011 Honda Accord with 70,000 miles and the power steering rack went bad and is leaking fluid. It is unsafe to drive without power steering","quote_2_odi":"10766412","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION MAKES A LOUD WHINING NOISE. DEALER DIAGNOSED A POWER STEERING RACK FLUID LEAK. I'M TOLD VERY UNUSUAL FOR ONLY APPROX. 46K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11182699","quote_3_text":"HEARD A WHIRRING NOISE AND SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF THE RIGHT SIDE OF MY ENGINE, MY RACK N PINION POWER STEERING WAS LEAKING AND MY CAR ALMOST CAUGHT ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-seat-back-leg-pain","label":"Front seat design causing back and leg pain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10779565","quote_1_text":"I AM HAVING MAJOR LOW BACK AND TAIL BONE PAIN FROM THE FRONT SEATS. I HAVE A HARD TIME EVEN DRIVING 15 MILES TO WORK","quote_2_odi":"10734998","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THE 2011 HONDA ACCORD COUPE USED FROM NORM REEVES HONDA IN CERRITOS, CA. I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING EXTREME LEG AND BACK PAIN AFTER LONG COMMUTES","quote_3_odi":"10726471","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT CAUSE BACK PAIN, BACK INJURIES AND REQUIRE IBUPROFEN TO TOLERATE DRIVING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11587347","quote_1_text":"I was driving on freeway and I heard an explosion. Glass rain down on me. My sunroof shattered for no reason","quote_2_odi":"10817418","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED. COST OF REPAIR TO GLASS AND REPAINTING ROOF, DECK LID,ANTENNA, SPOILER, AND RIGHT QUARTER PANEL WAS OVER $2,400. CAR HAD 61,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"10884338","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I-75 NEAR RUSKIN FLORIDA WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW IMPLODED FOR NO KNOWN REASON. FLORIDA HIGHWAY PATROL RESPONDED AND COULD NOT SEE ANY EVIDENCE OF THE VEHICLE BEING STRUCK BY ANY FOREIGN OBJECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10968394","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10876125","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I OWN 2 HONDAS THAT ARE BOTH UNDER RECALL AT THE SAME TIME FOR THE SAME ISSUES. I HAVE REQUESTED A RENTAL FROM HONDA DUE TO FEAR FOR MY LIFE AND THE LIFE OF MY PASSENGERS","quote_3_odi":"10891458","quote_3_text":"I CONTACTED TO HONDA DEALER NEAR MY PLACE TODAY REGARDING THE RECALL FOR THE AIRBAG. THEY DID NOT KNOW WHEN THEY WILL HAVE THE PARTS AND REFUSED TO PROVIDE A RENTAL CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2011-vtc-actuator-cold-start-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11713516","quote_1_text":"I'm having symptoms of cold startup engine rattle type clatter sound for approximately 2-3 seconds and then it goes away","quote_2_odi":"11157190","quote_2_text":"MY ENGINE MAKES A LOUD RATTLING SOUND FOR 2-3 SECONDS AFTER A COLD START-UP, ESPECIALLY AFTER THE CAR SAT OVERNIGHT. AFTER 2-3 SECONDS, THE SOUND GOES AWAY. ACCORDING TO HONDA TSB, THE VTC ACTUATOR IS FAULTY AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED TO RESOLVE THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11102732","quote_3_text":"I JUST BOUGHT A 2011 ACCORD WITH 2.4L ENGINE AND I NOTICE IN THE MORNINGS ON COLD START, MY ENGINE MAKES LOUD RATTLE NOISE FOR FEW SEC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-airbag-nondeployment-collision","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11041404","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11384915","quote_2_text":"NEARLY HEAD ON COLLISION AT APPROXIMATELY 30-35 MPH AND NEITHER THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG OR DRIVER'S STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11420435","quote_3_text":"The driver's airbag failed to deploy until after the driver struck the wheel and suffered a severe mouth injury. Specifically a tooth was broken on the steering wheel and the tooth displaced down to the root","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-odometer-fraud-resale","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy discovered after resale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11756682","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 124,414, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was","quote_2_odi":"11709329","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact stated that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 64,163. It was later discovered, upon checking the Carfax report","quote_3_odi":"11738830","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Accord. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-power-steering-rack-leak","label":"Power steering rack and pinion fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10794464","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING RACK IS LEAKING. NEED TO REPLACE POWER STEERING RACK. THIS IS MY SECOND REPAIR. I CURRENTLY HAVE 55,000 MILES ON WHAT WAS A BRAND-NEW 2012 HONDA ACCORD COUPE","quote_2_odi":"10925450","quote_2_text":"31,000 MILES RACK & PINION IS LEAKING ACCORDING TO THE DEALER. WITH THIS LOW MILEAGE AND YEAR OF THE CAR ITS A SAFETY ISSUE. LOOKS LIKE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"11004158","quote_3_text":"HIGH PITCHED SOUND NOTICED WHILE DRIVING HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE SHORTLY AFTER CAR WAS PURCHASED (WE ARE 1ST OWNERS). DISCOVERED STEERING FLUID IS LEAKING. REPAIR SHOP RECOMMENDS NEW RACK AND PINION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-takata-airbag-inflator-recall","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall administration","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10959099","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V030000 (AIR BAGS) FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER INFLATOR. THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE","quote_2_odi":"11100256","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA ACCORD. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND METAL SHRAPNEL STRUCK AND INJURED THE CONTACT'S FACE. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"11154323","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE ROOF AIR BAG DEPLOYED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V661000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-transmission-shudder-acceleration","label":"Transmission jerking or shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11192759","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK THE TRANSMISSION STARTED 'SLIPPING.' WITHIN THE NEXT 2 MILES THE CAR LOST ACCELERATION AND BEGAN JERKING AND APPEARED TO BRAKE ALTHOUGH MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE ACCELERATOR","quote_2_odi":"11359831","quote_2_text":"CAR JERKS AND SHUDDERS WITH LIGHT ACCELERATION IN LOW GEARS. RECALL WAS ISSUED ON CROSSTOUR TORQUE CONVERTER AND SHOULD BE ISSUED ON ACCORD FROM THIS YEAR WELL OR EXTEND POWERTRAIN WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11613151","quote_3_text":"Transmission is fluttering going into 2nd to 3rd gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2012-vtc-actuator-cold-start-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle or grinding noise at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11072415","quote_1_text":"THE VARIABLE TIMING CONTROL ACTUATOR MAKES A LOUD RATTLING NOISE WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED IN THE MORNING FOR THE FIRST TIME. THAT IS THE ONLY TIME IT RATTLES; THE FIRST START OF THE DAY. THE MECHANIC SAYS IF THE ACTUATOR FAILS THE CAR WILL STOP WHEREVER IT IS","quote_2_odi":"10861628","quote_2_text":"VTC ACTUATOR GRINDING NOISE - IN THE SPRING OF 2015 I STARTED TO NOTICE A GRINDING NOISE WHEN THE CAR WAS STARTED IN THE MORNING. I TOOK THE CAR IN TO HONDA OF BOWIE (BOWIE, MARYLAND) ON MAY 23, 2015, AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE VTC ACTUATOR","quote_3_odi":"11099961","quote_3_text":"ENGINE GRINDS DURING COLD STARTUP. ENGINE NOISE PROGRESSIVELY LOUDER DURING DRIVING AND IDLING. HONDA WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND FINALLY ISSUED A FIX BUT MY CAR IS OUT OF THE WARRANTY PERIOD THAT THEY'VE ADVERTISED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-abs-vsa-modulator-failure","label":"ABS/VSA modulator failure with multiple warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733283","quote_1_text":"The ABS/Brake warning lights have lighted up on my instrument panel. It appears that the ABS/VSA module is bad. I do not see a recall for this from Honda but after doing further research, I have learned that this is a known problem for 9th generation Honda Accords","quote_2_odi":"11683422","quote_2_text":"To: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) I am writing to formally submit a safety complaint regarding a serious issue I have encountered with the Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) manifold on my 2013 Honda Accord EX-L","quote_3_odi":"11689460","quote_3_text":"Dash board lights indicated ABS system module malfunction, per Illinois Honda dealership diagnosis. ABS module failure also causes failure of forward collision warning system and lane departure warning system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-airbag-deploy-no-impact","label":"Airbag deployment without collision or impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11720922","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 60mph on highway this morning. There was no potholes, debris, or collision. Driver curtain airbag and seat airbag deployed. The front steering wheel did not. There were no dash lights on or indications that something was wrong","quote_2_odi":"11717293","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 70 mph., my passenger side airbags suddenly deployed for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"11593009","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the driver's side curtain air bags and the front driver's seat air bags deployed without impact. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-driveshaft-cv-axle-failure","label":"Driveshaft and CV axle fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708425","quote_1_text":"My driver side cv axle snapped in half as I was reversing my vehicle onto my parking pad, as a result of a failure from manufacturing, the roads were treated in my area from snow we had gotten a day prior","quote_2_odi":"11629318","quote_2_text":"I believe my vehicle should be included in a recall (Safety Recall: 2013-15 Accord Driveshaft Inspection) that it is not currently included in. This is a major safety concern that the recall may not include all affected vehicles including mine","quote_3_odi":"11609567","quote_3_text":"On [XXX], my CV axle broke. I was stopped at a stoplight and when the light turned green, I stepped on the accelerator, then heard a VERY loud “clunk” and my car didn’t move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-eps-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss or self-steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11745479","quote_1_text":"Sudden and total loss of Electronic Power Steering (EPS) while driving. The EPS light came on and the steering wheel became too heavy to safely steer, creating an immediate crash hazard. The dealer found diagnostic trouble code 34-05","quote_2_odi":"11736524","quote_2_text":"Steering mechanisms stopped functioning properly. Steering wheel was very loosely turning to the left and very difficult to turn to the right. Car would veer to one direction when driving unless I was holding the wheel steady","quote_3_odi":"11665917","quote_3_text":"While driving on [XXX] in Selden, NY on [XXX] @ the speed of approximately 45-50 mph my 2013 Honda Accord Sport (sedan) abruptly, unexpectedly and violently lurched to the left on it's own while I was holding the wheel with my fingers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11658715","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel pump is failing. Had a diagnostic ran with the help of Autozone technicians. Advised to replace it","quote_2_odi":"11601264","quote_2_text":"I’ve been to many auto shops including the Honda dealer and they all say my vehicle needs to have the fuel pump replaced. I’ve replaced it more than 5 times","quote_3_odi":"11578027","quote_3_text":"My car meets all the issues explained in recall from nhtsa [XXX]. the gas tank and the fuel service neck are not well connected and gas leaks out causing the engine light to stay on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-odometer-fraud-resale","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy after private sale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733015","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Honda Accord. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale","quote_2_odi":"11706564","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase of the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale","quote_3_odi":"11656051","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Honda Accord. The contact stated that upon having the vehicle appraised to sell the vehicle, a Carfax report discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2013-starter-no-start","label":"Push-button starter no-start or repeated crank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1418,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11714740","quote_1_text":"Starter grind and not starting","quote_2_odi":"11692906","quote_2_text":"The starter in our 2013 Honda accord exl, has got repaired then about three weeks later had to get repaired again, now three more weeks later is having problems again","quote_3_odi":"11693352","quote_3_text":"No Start condition. Car takes minutes to start due to faulty push button start. This is a well documented condition by the public","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-abs-vsa-modulator-failure","label":"ABS/VSA modulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11648613","quote_1_text":"Abs module went out. Lights on dash turned on. Abs light, steering wheel light, break light, traction control light, took to the mechanic says it's the Abs module","quote_2_odi":"11613167","quote_2_text":"VSA module failure. Warning codes. Safety aids unavailable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11738476","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 59 MPH, another vehicle ahead of the vehicle in front of hers unexpectedly stopped, causing a three-vehicle rear-ended collision","quote_2_odi":"11672839","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, in heavy traffic, the vehicle was rear-ended by the vehicle behind","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-driveshaft-cv-axle-corrosion","label":"Driveshaft and CV axle corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11755342","quote_1_text":"The driver front left driveshaft inboard joint has started making noise when putting the car into drive, reverse, and taking off from a stop","quote_2_odi":"11719147","quote_2_text":"The failed component was a broken drive shaft for the driver-side front wheel. The drive shaft failed while stopped in Denver traffic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11568614","quote_1_text":"Was driving on highway and without warning the power steering system locked up and i was going 60 mph and almost lost control of my car. Yellow steering wheel with exclamation point light up on my dash board!","quote_2_odi":"11693427","quote_2_text":"The steering sticks and the assisted steering goes on and off without warning making it dangerous driving. Almost caused a collision. Steering light comes on and off. It sounds like the recall of the steering issue found on other Honda accords for 2014 of other VINs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11732688","quote_1_text":"My car had extended crank, shaking/jerking while driving, engine failed and cut off in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11670732","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was sputtering and jerking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-oil-consumption-2-4l","label":"Oil consumption, 2.4L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11691266","quote_1_text":"I own a 2014 Honda Accord with the 2.4L engine, which has a well-documented oil consumption defect","quote_2_odi":"11652781","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption. I have 110,000 on my vehicle. Every 1000 miles I need to add 1 quart of oil. My vehicle is not leaking oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2014-starter-no-start","label":"Starter no-start / hard start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":977,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11749653","quote_1_text":"Honda Accord TSB on starter issue with flywheel 2.4. The root cause is a poor clearance gap between the starter and the flywheel, which damages the starter's gears. Other have had this issue and there is a bunch of class actions regarding the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11613998","quote_2_text":"part 66988 was diagnosed and confirmed starter motor not engaging replaced starter motor and verified repairs for 1062.11 dollars","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-abs-vsa-modulator-failure","label":"ABS/VSA modulator failure with multiple warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11646118","quote_1_text":"The ABS Light, steering light, FCW, LDW, and brake light came on. I did not experience anything indicating an issue with the car before this happened","quote_2_odi":"11746308","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light and the traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with ABS module and ABS solenoid valve failures","quote_3_odi":"11582782","quote_3_text":"Upon starting the car (54,000 miles) the ABS Light, Steering light, FCW, LDW, Brake light came on. After looking in the manual it was determine that the car was dangerous to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-battery-charging-faults","label":"Battery drain and charging system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11721219","quote_1_text":"Having a huge amount of probable parasitic drain. Can’t figure out where it’s coming from but killing a brand new battery in weeks","quote_2_odi":"11516819","quote_2_text":"My car will randomly say check charge system. I have got my battery and alternator both tested and they're both at Perfect working capacity","quote_3_odi":"11545798","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not immediately start. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who diagnosed that the battery had discharged due to a battery sensor failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-engine-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Engine rod bearing knock and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11735958","quote_1_text":"Knocking varies with engine RPMs and is consistent across all drives. Oil has been maintained and at time of checking full, oil presented with copper fragments within the oil meaning a rod bearing has failed","quote_2_odi":"11427146","quote_2_text":"Driving at Interstate speeds, I had the engine suddenly **THUNK** and lose power. I limped it to the side of the road to get out of traffic. I went to investigate and the vehicle would not even idle","quote_3_odi":"11636150","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 25 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle started to vibrate, and almost stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11706674","quote_1_text":"Lost power without any warning while taking an exit on the highway. Fortunately, I was able to pull over without an incident. Mechanic scanned : P0087. Replaced high pressure fuel pump assembly and associated parts","quote_2_odi":"11487336","quote_2_text":"I had a high pressure fuel pump failure on August 14 2022. I was driving on the highway in stop and go traffic when suddenly my car could not accelerate over 30mph. This was dangerous not only for me but for others around me","quote_3_odi":"11647575","quote_3_text":"My vehicle started to loose power while driving on the freeway. The engine light came on and my car was no capable to go over 40 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11742735","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden the power steering wasn't working. I had to use all of my strength to turn the wheels. I had to pay for a tow truck take it to my local Honda dealer","quote_2_odi":"11710543","quote_2_text":"While driving, Steering looses power, so steering is very difficult. Car needs to be restarted to gain control of steering. Took it to a mechanic and he explained that Honda accords have this problem","quote_3_odi":"11498153","quote_3_text":"I was driving at about 30 MPH when the steering wheel froze all of a sudden and Electric Power Steering Malfunction indicator turned on suddenly. The steering became very hard to turn left or right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-starter-no-start","label":"Starter and ignition no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11485339","quote_1_text":"Starter motor.Will not turn the engine over to start. When the push button start is pushed you get a buzzing sound because the starter is not engageing the flywheel on the torque converter","quote_2_odi":"11455809","quote_2_text":"Intermittent starting of car. Push button start works inconsistently. All lights on dashboard light up and system sometimes makes clicking sound. Have been stranded numerous times","quote_3_odi":"11504261","quote_3_text":"Car intermiittantly does not start Has happened at least four times this month(Jan 2023). Had battery and alternator checked they are fine.. Sometimes will start on second try. Car only has 44,400 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-steering-veers-without-input","label":"Steering pulls or veers without driver input","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11525039","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on Interstate 84 in Ny state at a rate of approximately 65mph when the vehicle suddenly to a sharp turn to the left into the passing lane and then immediately auto corrected with a sharp right turn and took a few long seconds to stabilize","quote_2_odi":"11528008","quote_2_text":"The car suddenly lurched to the left as though the steering mechanism had a mind of its own. The vehicle was traveling 25 to 30 mph, not far from her house","quote_3_odi":"11476758","quote_3_text":"My sample turns right. I must actively resist the car in order to maintain my lane. There are no MILs illuminated in the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and shift delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":597,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11436152","quote_1_text":"The shucks began shuddering at highway speeds and upon stopping within 1 mile of first incident the vehicle was unable to move under its own power. Further inspection of the car by the Honda dealership determined the transmission failed","quote_2_odi":"11639833","quote_2_text":"The transmission on my 2015 Honda Accord failed and I was stranded on the side of the road. The engine started to accelerate on its own and soon after the gas peddle was not working and I was forced to pull over","quote_3_odi":"11466655","quote_3_text":"Every now and then when I back up or the car moves into the first gear after I put it in the drive mode it takes awhile before it really moves. It staggers and stalls before the acceleration finally kicks in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":593,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11650344","quote_1_text":"Car having issues with fuel pump as described in recall but it does not include my VIN number. See other campaign IDs NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 19V060000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 17V418000 NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 23V858000","quote_2_odi":"11362584","quote_2_text":"MY FUEL PUMP HAD PROBLEMS. THE AUTO MECHANIC HAD TO REPLACE THE NEW ONE. MY CAR HAD STALL SOMETIMES AND THE MECHANIC CHECKED IT WAS FUEL PUMP DEFECTED.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2016-led-headlight-failure","label":"LED headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":593,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11063654","quote_1_text":"DEALER REPLACED LED PASSENGER HEADLIGHT AT 30,000 MILES THERE IS DEFINITELY A ISSUE WITH THE HEADLIGHTS HOPING THE DRIVER SIDE DOESN'T GO OUT AFTER 35,000 .. THIS IS A ON GOING ISSUE WITH THIS MODEL THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THESE LIGHTS","quote_2_odi":"11074523","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT HAS FAILED TO WORK. IT DOESN'T WORK IN ANY SCENARIO (MOVING, STATIONARY, ETC). SINCE THESE ARE LED HEADLIGHTS, IT REQUIRES REPLACING THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY AND CAN'T BE INDIVIDUALLY REPAIRED.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2016-speaker-static-head-unit","label":"Static from speakers with the audio unit off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":593,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11721503","quote_1_text":"Loud static noise coming from speakers even when audio is turned off. Consistent with bluetooth radio or radio off it is terribly loud and dangerous to be driving with. Think its a head unit issue please need a factory recall","quote_2_odi":"11690514","quote_2_text":"Deafening static was coming from all the speakers in the car. I turned the radio/navigation system off and there was still static coming from the speakers. This happens after the car is warmed up and it is not drivable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2017-cmbs-braking-no-obstacle","label":"Collision mitigation braking with no obstacle ahead","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":529,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11731461","quote_1_text":"The car hit the brakes automatically at 70MPH when passing on the left. There was absolutely nothing in front of the car that should have triggered the CMBS.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2017-display-backup-camera","label":"Display screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":529,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11528905","quote_1_text":"Backup camera not displaying on display screen when in reverse. Impedes safety because I cannot accurately reverse due to the trunk size. Cannot see any incoming cars when I am in reverse.","quote_2_odi":"11398992","quote_2_text":"REAR CAMERA DISPLAY WENT BLACK EXCEPT FOR THE YELLOW LINES. WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE, THERE WAS A RECALL ON 2018 BUT NEVER RECEIVED NOTIFICATION. THIS CAR WAS BOUGHT NEW.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2017-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":529,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11619185","quote_1_text":"Computer sensor, fuel pump, starter the car stalls while cranking and stalls while driving like it wants to shut off. The car wont go over 60 miles without skipping the engine and when the car stops the engine cuts off.","quote_2_odi":"11419053","quote_2_text":"Fuel rail low pressure. Low miles on this vehicle I bought for my wife. The two fuel pumps they run on 2017 Honda break a lot. Vehicle is now in limp mode until I can get it fixed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11724476","quote_1_text":"While driving in a busy area with pedestrians and other vehicles, my car hard braked out of nowhere to a complete stop for no reason. I was nearly rear ended. The adaptive cruise control shuts off completely after 15 minutes in use. Says to take it to the nearest dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11717528","quote_2_text":"Car initiated emergency auto break while traveling on the freeway at high speed (70 plus mph) in Phoenix, AZ for no reasons. There were no objects or cars within 500 feet, however I was approaching an overpass. This occurred multiple times on the freeway and on local roads…","quote_3_odi":"11725262","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. No warning light was illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-head-gasket-failure","label":"1.5L turbo head gasket failure and coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11739832","quote_1_text":"The head gasket malfunctioned/ broke. It has been confirmed by the Honda dealer where I currently have my vehicle. There were no messages or symptoms prior to failure. My safety and others were put at risk because my vehicle began to turn off as I was driving up a hill with no…","quote_2_odi":"11731190","quote_2_text":"2018 Honda Accord with blown head gasket. Vehicle has a 1.5L turbo charged engine and 100,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"11727325","quote_3_text":"Head gasket blown, apparently this has been a known problem with Honda, which they are refusing to repair, noting mine did not come from a specific factory. [XXX] 2018 ACCORD 1.5 INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-misfire-spark-plug","label":"Cylinder misfire with spark plug and injector replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11735455","quote_1_text":"Car is constantly misfiring! I got my fuel injectors, plugs, coils all changed. Honda is now saying head gasket! Why isn’t this being recalled! I am seeing multiple people with the same head gasket issue.","quote_2_odi":"11729482","quote_2_text":"The car misfires very badly. I have changed the fuel injectors, fuel pump, spark plugs and the ignition coils to no avail. Also, car randomly showed to be overheating one day, got home and checked and my coolant level had dropped dramatically very quickly. The car has since…","quote_3_odi":"11734435","quote_3_text":"Car keeps throwing cylinder 2 misfire, replaced all spark plugs, fuel indicators and still having issues. Think it’s the ecm/pcm is bad or there’s a bad connection.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Power loss and limp mode while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11732132","quote_1_text":"Driving in a construction zone. Two lane highway and my car immediately went into limp mode. Left me and my children stranded on the side of the road while semis and cars driving 65 mph went past very close to us. Honda knows these accords have head gasket issues and it is…","quote_2_odi":"11731355","quote_2_text":"We’re driving home when the vehicle suddenly had a significant reduction in power and the car would not accelerate beyond 5 mph. Honda calls it “limp mode”. I was approximately 2 to 3 miles from home. Approximately 20 vehicles swerved passed us at normal road speeds of…","quote_3_odi":"11729267","quote_3_text":"I was driving and the engine light started flashing, the car started to hesitate and would not go over 20 mph. I took it to the Honda dealership in Frisco, TX and they diagnosed the issue using Boroscope and recommended Head Gasket replacement with spark plugs due to plugs…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-srs-warning-light","label":"Supplemental restraint system warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11740962","quote_1_text":"The SRS (Supplemental Restraint System) warning light is lit up on dashboard. Does not go away. Mentioned it to the dealership and I was told having items in the seat could trigger it or if there not enough weight. But even if there nothing or someone in my passenger seat the…","quote_2_odi":"11724317","quote_2_text":"Error message \"Supplemental Restraint System Problem. See Your Dealer.\" comes on everyday. I understand this is a Honda well known issue and they refuse to recall.","quote_3_odi":"11720083","quote_3_text":"My vehicle announced to me it has a Supplemental Restraint System Problem. See your dealer.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2018-warning-lights","label":"Multiple dashboard warning lights illuminating together","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1747 total)","source_complaint_count":1747,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11730729","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing an ongoing issue with my 2018 Honda Accord LX 1.5L where multiple warning lights on the dashboard illuminate simultaneously without warning, often described as the dash lighting up “like a Christmas tree.” These lights include (but are not limited to)…","quote_2_odi":"11723376","quote_2_text":"I own a 2018 Honda Accord and have been experiencing an ongoing issue where multiple warning lights appear on the dashboard at the same time. The lights include several safety and system warnings, making it look like many different systems in the vehicle are malfunctioning…","quote_3_odi":"11724803","quote_3_text":"Experiencing an ongoing issue where multiple warning lights appear on the dashboard at the same time. The lights include several safety and system warnings, making it look like many different systems in the vehicle are malfunctioning simultaneously. Even after repairs were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2019-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"CMBS braking with no obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 623 total)","source_complaint_count":623,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11726548","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suddenly braked on its own without any obstruction, causing a violent stop and injury. I took it to the nearest dealership to check for a recall. They said there wasn't a recall for this VIN, although online searches show this as a known defect for…","quote_2_odi":"11740829","quote_2_text":"When driving down a state highway in town, about 40-45mph, with no cars or objects in front of me and within the lanes - aka nothing unusual - my dash lit up with the orange \"BRAKE!\" warning and then slammed on my brakes. I had no idea at the time that my vehicle could…","quote_3_odi":"11685597","quote_3_text":"During highway driving the collision system starts to brake without any risk or objects in view. Happen twice within 10 minutes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2019-head-gasket-failure","label":"1.5L turbo head gasket failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 623 total)","source_complaint_count":623,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11738652","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's head gasket failed prematurely, resulting in coolant intrusion into the engine cylinders and combustion chamber. This caused the engine to unexpectedly overheat while driving at highway speeds, creating a severe safety hazard and loss of acceleration in…","quote_2_odi":"11737482","quote_2_text":"Blown head gasket, white smoke from the exhaust. Loss of power. All warning lights on the dash started blinking. Dealer gave estimate of $6500.","quote_3_odi":"11738250","quote_3_text":"My car has under 100k miles and has regularly been serviced throughout its life. The head gasket failed due a known design flaw.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2019-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment system connectivity and software failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 623 total)","source_complaint_count":623,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11712454","quote_1_text":"Radio/Infotainment system displays: Please insert USB drive containing valid software license file and press OK. I do not have a software license. The dealer asked me on 12/19/25 to contact American Honda. I got a case # that day of #XXX and was assigned a case manager…","quote_2_odi":"11684822","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system is not able to connect to any devices will not update system and Bluetooth will not stay on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2019-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof paint peeling and chipping (TSB 21-087)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 623 total)","source_complaint_count":623,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11642079","quote_1_text":"Identical paint peeling of the roof as Service Bulletin 21-087 from Honda. I also have peeling with both front fenders.","quote_2_odi":"11717444","quote_2_text":"Paint chipping…Honda refuses to assist. Paint has been chipping approximately 3 years now and it's getting worse. The paint is coming off in chunks.","quote_3_odi":"11737622","quote_3_text":"I have a 2019 Honda Accord the color is still night Pearl unfortunately I am starting to get a lot of chipping and rusting on the paint the roof of the car the color is fading I have chips coming off from the back by the window the hood of the car and the roof the car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2019-stall-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Sudden stall and loss of power with limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 623 total)","source_complaint_count":623,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11733320","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly lost motive power and stalled with several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11733223","quote_2_text":"Car suddenly stopped accelerating and became very unsafe and unable to be driven. Car has approx 100,000 miles but just was inspected (3/2026) and has been well maintained. It has been serviced at Honda service centers (Honda City and Advantage Honda) as well as my…","quote_3_odi":"11729325","quote_3_text":"I brought my 2019 Honda Accord to dealer for safety recall for something with the fuel system. Since then, I've been having car problems with acceleration, car jerking, and numerous dash lights coming on along with the check engine light. Had a few incidents where my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2020-fuel-injector-stall","label":"1.5L fuel injector failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11704370","quote_1_text":"Fuel injectors went bad and caused several warnings to pop up at one time. Vehicle begin to stall on the interstate out of nowhere. Taken to Honda dealership to confirm it was the fuel injectors.","quote_2_odi":"11720928","quote_2_text":"I replaced my fuel injectors which seems to be a ginormous problem with these 1.5l engines. This was unfortunately only the start of my issues. My current issue is after replacing the fuel injectors my car was still hesitant when accelerating(jerking), stalling, rough idling…","quote_3_odi":"11713789","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the freeway and all of a sudden my vehicle didn’t want to accelerate. It began to jerk violently when I would press the gas to accelerate, but my car couldn’t go the speed limit & vehicles behind me almost collided with my car.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2020-head-gasket-failure","label":"1.5T head gasket failure and coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11706636","quote_1_text":"I would like to report a known issue with the Honda Accord Sport 1.5t. My head gasket went out Aug. 2024 with about 100,000 miles on the dashboard. The cost to change it was about 4100. My Turbo Charger is now out Dec. 2025, and they are quoting me about 2100 before taxes.…","quote_2_odi":"11740963","quote_2_text":"I am writing to formally report a severe safety incident caused by a sudden head gasket failure in my vehicle. While driving on a busy highway, the car abruptly entered \"limp mode\" and stopped accelerating altogether, putting my family’s safety at immediate risk…","quote_3_odi":"11700009","quote_3_text":"Blown head gasket at 98.5K miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2020-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and dashboard warning lights while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11712673","quote_1_text":"My car shut off on the road. I tried to accelerate but all my lights on the dashboard came on. I wasn’t able to accelerate more than 20mph. I was about to make it back home.…","quote_2_odi":"11705033","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE CAR STARTED TO LOSE POWER AND DE-CELLERATE, EVENTUALLY STOPPING. AFTER LEAVING IT OVERNIGHT, I RETURNED AND THE CAR STARTED. I SLOWLY DROVE IT TO A DEALERSHIP WITHIN 3 MILES. THE DEALER SAID THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE THE ISSUE.…","quote_3_odi":"11695521","quote_3_text":"The car when pressing the accelerator will decelerate and go limp and won’t move. This is happening to a lot of Honda accords. This will cause an serious accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2020-passenger-airbag-srs-sensor","label":"Passenger seat sensor and SRS warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11727438","quote_1_text":"We are getting an airbag warning intermittently. It happens most often when our daughter (about 80-90lbs) is in the passenger seat. I see that the 2020-2022 Accords have an active safety recall for the sensor in the passenger seat but our dealer (performance kings Honda…","quote_2_odi":"11651970","quote_2_text":"When setting something on my passenger seat such as a water bottle filled with water and a purse, the SRS light is triggered on the dashboard. After doing some research there was a safety recall for the passenger weight sensor on my vehicle model however my vin was not included.","quote_3_odi":"11680442","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags ); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2020-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Collision Mitigation Braking System activating with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11697259","quote_1_text":"Driving on a clear road on a clear day with no car in front of me, the brake warning flashed and then the car braked on its own. There was NO reason for the warning or for the car to brake on its own. Automatic breaking isn’t even a feature on this car.","quote_2_odi":"11681818","quote_2_text":"On July 30, 2025, my Honda’s Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) randomly activated without any obstacles in front of the vehicle. Since then, this issue has happened numerous times while driving. When the incident occurs, the system flashes a “Brake” warning and…","quote_3_odi":"11700145","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Automatic Emergency Braking System erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2021-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Airbag recall 24V064 repair parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11646786","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11634111","quote_2_text":"Honda continues to refuse to make recall repairs. Currently telling me that there is a 4-5 wait for repairs because Honda refuses to supply them. Dealers are telling me that Honda will only send them 10 per week and won't send more until the defective ones are returned to Honda.…","quote_3_odi":"11632883","quote_3_text":"Honda, US operations based in CA, continues to refuse to fix their recalled cars. I was notified 18 months ago about an airbag recall for my 2021 Honda Accord. Honda is telling customers that \"parts will be ready to fix all affected cars next month\", but they are telling their…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2021-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine misfire, stall, and no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11716060","quote_1_text":"Financed a used 2021 honda accord sport in April of 2024 with 68,671 miles. About a month ago, with no warning signs of any sort such as overheating etc...my car did not want to start, finally started but was sputtering with a rough idle, my dash lit up with like 7 or more…","quote_2_odi":"11715440","quote_2_text":"Starts Vehicle at cold start and notice right away engine turbulence, engine light flashing, lost some coolant and white smoke. Scan vehicle for codes, engine misfire #2.","quote_3_odi":"11650804","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power and stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the head…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2021-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment touchscreen ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740384","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system randomly cycles through menu, as if I'm pressing buttons on the screen. It will lose navigation, randomly call my contacts and audio will turn off and on. This is extremely unsafe. Once it starts doing this the screen becomes unresponsive to actual touch. I…","quote_2_odi":"11669808","quote_2_text":"The control panel/display touch screen stops working and the display acquires a mind of its own. It begins selecting things randomly and quickly. Automatically changing the radio, volume, and calling people in my contacts. Major distraction while driving and has almost caused…","quote_3_odi":"11739286","quote_3_text":"Ghost touch on the radio screen and it's worst when it's hot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2021-lane-keep-steering","label":"Lane keep assist steering jerk and false activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11636686","quote_1_text":"Lane departure continues to jerk the wheel out of my hands while driving into direct sunlight. Car thinks its not in it lane an jerks the wheel pulling my into another lane if I don't fight back.","quote_2_odi":"11640544","quote_2_text":"steering wheel jerks hard out of my hands. Car, especially in direct sunlight jerks the wheel thinking that I'm not in the center of my lane, even though I was centered. Hard to control the car.","quote_3_odi":"11692316","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Accord. The contact's spouse stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Lane Keep Assistance feature became inoperable. The contact's spouse stated that the feature was erroneously activated and deactivated. The contact stated that while…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Collision mitigation braking activating without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":196,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11591646","quote_1_text":"My honda Accord's automatic braking system suddenly engaged this morning for no reason. The driver of the car following me had to slam on his breaks to avoid rear-ending me. If the other driver had not stopped, we would both have been injured. Honda's emergency braking system is…","quote_2_odi":"11674807","quote_2_text":"My car slammed on its own brakes hard out of nowhere with nothing in its forward. The first time it happened was about 9 months ago while I was driving on the highway, it was a quick moment of breaking without any reason, but the car didn't stop. Today it happened again, the…","quote_3_odi":"11721817","quote_3_text":"There are two locations in the town I live where I am driving under a bridge, and there is a dark shadow on the road from the bridge. My car's accident mitigation braking system turns on at these locations and suddenly brakes the vehicle. This is not safe as people are traveling…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-cascading-warning-lights","label":"Cascading dashboard warning lights across multiple systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746973","quote_1_text":"All of the 7 warning light came up on my 2022 accord 1.5","quote_2_odi":"11615703","quote_2_text":"On 9/20/2024, the dashboard on my 2022 Honda accord flashed 11 information alerts, including brake hold system problem, emissions systems problem, electric power steering, vehicle stability assist, hill start assist problem, adaptive cruise control system problem, collision","quote_3_odi":"11660286","quote_3_text":"My car won’t start it’s saying my brake system. It will turn on but won’t drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-engine-misfire-limp-mode","label":"Engine misfire and loss of power triggering limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740326","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle suddenly would not accelerate above 20 mph and warning lights all over the dash lit up (check engine, abs brake system, adaptive cruise control, vehicle stability, power steering, hill assist, and brake hold)","quote_2_odi":"11708216","quote_2_text":"Misfire in cylinder 1 causing reduction of power while driving","quote_3_odi":"11685867","quote_3_text":"Vehicle displayed numerous warning lights and messages like Emission system problem and other messages on the cluster gauge","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-forward-collision-phantom-brake","label":"Forward Collision Avoidance system unexpected braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757164","quote_1_text":"Today was the 4th time my vehicle breaked on its own without any reason","quote_2_odi":"11715357","quote_2_text":"Collision warning randomly activates when driving while no vehicles or objects are around","quote_3_odi":"11707012","quote_3_text":"am reporting a problem with the Forward Collision Warning and Automatic Emergency Braking system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant loss into cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729243","quote_1_text":"Coolant reservoir refilled during last 2 oil changes due to coolant loss. On most recent oil change, spark plugs were removed to put a camera in cylinders","quote_2_odi":"11734450","quote_2_text":"Getting 2 cylinder missfire. Possibly connected to head gasket. Radiator fluid dissolved quickly","quote_3_odi":"11706019","quote_3_text":"Car started overheating randomly while driving and pulled over to see why. Opened the hood to white smoke everywhere and an active leak of coolant by the exhaust manifold","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment touchscreen phantom/ghost-touch inputs","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":96,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756935","quote_1_text":"Issues with the Infotainment System - the screen flickers and switches constantly while driving which is a distraction and safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11755563","quote_2_text":"The radio has a ghost touch, dealer does not see it as a problem. I hope government do","quote_3_odi":"11700256","quote_3_text":"My infotainment screen randomly registers phantom/ghost touches while I’m driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2022-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733803","quote_1_text":"Turning the wheel when the car is in park or reversing causes a very loud groaning sound","quote_2_odi":"11686424","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and turning, the vehicle made an abnormal sound","quote_3_odi":"11569759","quote_3_text":"Metal part of Rear upper and control arm bushings get rusty, they may come off the main piece and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle and cause an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06-16 → 2026-03-18","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11668874","quote_1_text":"I will be driving down the road and my vehicle will pop up with the brake message and slam by brakes. It does it randomly. It has put my safety in risk multiple times. It has done this on the interstate and thankfully there was no one behind me. I was going 80mph and it dropped…","quote_2_odi":"11725323","quote_2_text":"the automatic emergency braking (AEB) system suddenly and unexpectedly engaged with no obstacle, vehicle, or pedestrian ahead, causing the vehicle to skid uncontrollably and slam into a concrete highway barrier. The car was towed from the scene, and I was hospitalized for…","quote_3_odi":"11570189","quote_3_text":"Cruise control will apply brakes when lane ahead is clear. This happens multiple times per trip,  every trip. Automatic emergency braking way too aggressive. Has nearly caused me to be rear ended twice. I try to remember to disable it every drive. I wish I could permanently…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-electrical-system-multi-warning","label":"Electrical system multi-warning illumination and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07-27 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690261","quote_1_text":"On September 27, 2025, and again on September 28, 2025, the vehicle completely stopped and shut off while I was driving. It would not restart. The hazard lights were stuck on and could not be turned off. This left me stranded and in a dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11746618","quote_2_text":"While driving on a California highway, I attempted to accelerate to pass another vehicle and the car failed to accelerate normally — it did not respond with expected drive power. This is consistent with the recall defect, which states the ICM CPU can reset while the vehicle is…","quote_3_odi":"11534943","quote_3_text":"The car will completely shut off while in drive and while driving. Not the auto shut off feature as that is off at the time the car shuts off. This has happened multiple times and isn't safe. There is no indication as to when it will happen, but it will randomly shut off after a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-fuel-pump-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"High-pressure fuel pump recall remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10-30 → 2025-04-03","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622854","quote_1_text":"I checked my Honda link app the week of October 21, 2024 to see if my vehicle needed a service and I noticed the recall on my vehicle for the 2023-25 Multi-Model High-Pressure Fuel Pump Stop Sale.  2. I learned through the Honda link app that there is a recall. Unfortunately, I…","quote_2_odi":"11652577","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-infotainment-freeze-glitch","label":"Infotainment system freezing and audio glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12-23 → 2025-10-16","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693889","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system, audio, and warnings about parking collisions and lane keep assist are glitchy. The audio skips and stutters making hands free impossible. It makes commuting dangerous. Honda Corp and the dealership are saying there is no recall and nothing they can do…","quote_2_odi":"11561642","quote_2_text":"The Infotainment System linked pixel 6 phone freezes. The icons for selecting navigation or other feature freezes. The car has been taken to the dealership twice. Unfortunately, the issue still persists.   To resolve, the phone needs to be disconnected and reconnected multiple…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-ota-software-update-failure","label":"OTA and dealer software update persistent failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06-03 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748997","quote_1_text":"The car has continually asked to to be updated through the driver control center screen. IT states that this is a dealer update and must be brought in to have this done. Until this update is completed the above systems will not work. I have brought the car in for the lat 25k…","quote_2_odi":"11730140","quote_2_text":"after the vehicle was repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V785000 (Electrical System), the message \"Updates Unavailable - TCN2 - Have Checked by Dealer\" remained displayed. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who was unable to repair the vehicle and informed the contact…","quote_3_odi":"11547405","quote_3_text":"Accord LX dash says vehicle requires a software update.  Car was taken to dealer.  Dealer says they hooked car to a computer and says there is no software update available.  Dash continues to say vehicle requires software update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-rear-tire-inner-wear-camber","label":"Rear tire inner edge wear and camber alignment","component_code":"TIRES, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01-29 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756010","quote_1_text":"the rear tires showed severe inner wear and damage due to a misalignment, requiring three sets of rear tires to be replaced within a year. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who notified the manufacturer of the failure; however, the technical engineer denied assistance. The…","quote_2_odi":"11714698","quote_2_text":"Rear camber is set way to aggressive and wearing out the inside of tires VERY QUICKLY!!  According to 2 different shops they have adjusted the camber as far as the factory part will allow with the only option is to buy a aftermarket camber arm to get more adjustment.  I am on my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2023-steering-noise-eps-failure","label":"EPS steering rack noise and assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-09-11 → 2026-08-15","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733612","quote_1_text":"EPS Steering rack assembly and gear box is making noises.  Car was inspected by a licensed Honda repair center on 4/23/26 and was told that that this assembly will need to be replaced at a $4,900.00 estimate.  This could put our family at risk if the steering or gear box fails…","quote_2_odi":"11753519","quote_2_text":"I experienced a loss of electric power steering assist, increased steering resistance, and clicking/popping noises coming from the steering rack. The Honda dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a failed Electric Power Steering (EPS) steering rack and quoted nearly $5,000 for the…","quote_3_odi":"11757083","quote_3_text":"Sticky steering at center position\" Notchy/Clicking feeling when turning past center point\"。（\"A noticeable catch and clicking noise when steering wheel passes through the center position\"）。\"This failure causes inconsistent steering effort and poses a potential safety risk…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-04-24 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730306","quote_1_text":"I was going on the highway at around 65-70 mph and the road was clear. The Honda Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB/Collision Mitigation Braking System) activated and I couldn’t do anything, the brake was sudden and my speed decreased to almost 30mph. There were no cars behind me…","quote_2_odi":"11652340","quote_2_text":"Several times the vehicle has automatically braked at low speeds (20-30 mph), nothing in front of the vehicle to cause this. Today it automatically braked...HARD...at 55 mph, again, nothing in front of vehicle, clear morning, road was clear. It braked so hard I'm pretty sure I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-fuel-pump-recall-24v763","label":"High-pressure fuel pump recall parts unavailability and fuel leaks","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-10-22 → 2025-06-23","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662525","quote_1_text":"On March 4, I took my car in for the high pressure fuel pump recall and was under the impression that it was replaced. On May 7 my car caught on fire two minutes after exiting the vehicle.  It was confirmed by a fire inspector that it was the high-pressure fuel pump that caused…","quote_2_odi":"11630340","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda Accord. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-hybrid-engine-ev-gas-shudder","label":"Engine shudder and vibration during electric-to-gas transition","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08-19 → 2026-06-13","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744352","quote_1_text":"The engine vibrates/shutters when switching from electric to gas. It almost feels like the engine is going to fall out. I’ve taken it to two different Honda dealerships multiple times and since they can’t duplicate the issue while it’s there then they say there’s nothing they…","quote_2_odi":"11666852","quote_2_text":"Vehicle shakes roughly and vibrations on this 2024 Honda Accord hybrid when transitioning from electric to gas motor at idle.  This occurs sporadically but generally when idling in traffic or a drive thru etc. The electric motor is working in this idle stage, but when the heater…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-icm-power-loss-cascade","label":"Sudden loss of drive power and cascading warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-04-24 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728699","quote_1_text":"In December 2024, I was driving my 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Sport on a clear, dry day after school when the car just completely lost power out of nowhere. The dashboard went crazy, flashing a bunch of different error messages every few seconds. Because the car wouldn't respond…","quote_2_odi":"11595905","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway at around 35-40 mph when the car suddenly turned off. The dashboard screen went black, and I had no control of the steering wheel. Thankfully, I was able to control the brakes and traffic was slowing down but I still was suddenly in the middle lane…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-ota-infotainment-software-errors","label":"OTA software update failures and infotainment system errors","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-05-13 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735020","quote_1_text":"Honda put out a software update in March and found out Midway through that there was an issue with it so they stopped it on their end. My car unfortunately is experiencing an issue which the nhtsa apparently 23- 036, 044 and 045 I do not have systems updates menu I don't have a…","quote_2_odi":"11708083","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's infotainment system displays error code TT04 on every startup, preventing over-the-air software updates, including any potential safety-related updates delivered through this system. The TT04 telematics error appeared immediately following dealer service department…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-steering-rack-noise-sticking","label":"Steering rack noise, sticking, and repeated failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2024-04-22 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731800","quote_1_text":"I bought the car with 0 miles on it. The first instance happened at 7000 miles. The steering rack failed again at 17000 miles, and the steering rack failed again at 48000 miles.\\n First 2 times were replaced by the dealer under warranty. The third time they are choosing not to…","quote_2_odi":"11707168","quote_2_text":"There has been a growing number of people, including myself that are experiencing sticky steering wheels, steering rack issues and clunking when turning the steering wheel in 2023-2025 Honda Accords. A recall has only came out for Civics and Integras, but none for Honda Accords","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2024-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05-29 → 2025-06-01","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11664211","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway when my sunroof exploded out of no where. No debris hit my vehicle. The explosion was extremely loud and spontaneous. My safety was put at great risk as there is nothing I could have done to prevent this problem. As I am going 75 miles an hour with…","quote_2_odi":"11591397","quote_2_text":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while driving at highway speed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2025-hybrid-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system power loss with multiple warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691682","quote_1_text":"While driving ~70 mph on highway on adaptive cruise control, the car suddenly LOST ALL POWER/ACCELERATION, including POWER STEERING and ALL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED ON THE DASHBOARD. I recalled some were BREAK SYSTEM, ACC, ABCS, CHECK ENGINE, POWER, TPMS...etc","quote_2_odi":"11627413","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 30mph the car lost all accelleration/power and slowed to a stop while still in Drive.  First, this put me in an extremely DANGEROUS position in the middle of an extremely busy highway with cars almost hitting me several times.  Dashboard displayed…","quote_3_odi":"11643829","quote_3_text":"Was driving my new car home and all of a sudden the vehicle comes to a stop, I almost get hit by other cars several times and my daughter panicking in the back seat, the entire dashboard lights up and car stays brake system error please contact dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2025-ota-infotainment-error","label":"OTA software update error on every startup","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752777","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's infotainment system displays an OTA software update error message on every startup. Honda dealerships are unable to address this issue without further intervention and software updates from Honda corporate. Dealer has stated that this issue may interfere with…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2025-phantom-braking-cmbs","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756572","quote_1_text":"Automatic braking has engaged at least 3 times in the last year when there was no car nearby or obstacle in the road.  This has happened on city streets at speeds of approx 30-45mph.  If this sudden braking happened at freeway speeds it's highly likely I would be rear ended","quote_2_odi":"11748718","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 35 MPH on a open road with no obstructions, the vehicle abruptly engaged heavy emergency braking without warning. This nearly caused myself to get into a severe rear-end collision","quote_3_odi":"11689019","quote_3_text":"When traveling on an Interstate Highway in the left lane of a 2-lane highway with the Adaptive Cruise Control turned on. Passing a tractor trailer going slower in the right lane, the car will apply the brakes unexpectedly.  The dash will briefly show a \"ghost\" truck crossing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2025-steering-noise-stick","label":"Steering rack noise, sticking, and binding","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714380","quote_1_text":"The primary symptoms are (1) a clicking sound associated with steering while driving, and (2) a loud creaking sound when turning the steering wheel while stopped or at very low speed. The condition has persisted and has not been resolved after I brought the vehicle to an…","quote_2_odi":"11710811","quote_2_text":"When I’m driving at highway speeds my steering wheel gets stuck and when this happens I’m over correcting my steering which is causing my car to swerve . I since took the vehicle to the dealership and had the steering rack and pinion replaced.They told me there has been several…","quote_3_odi":"11748716","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH on a highway, the steering wheel seized, resulting in a loss of steering control. The contact was able to pull the vehicle onto the shoulder and then drove off the highway to a gas station, where the vehicle was towed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord","model_slug":"accord","cluster_id":"accord-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675388","quote_1_text":"While driving a 2025 Honda Accord Hybrid with approximately 2300 miles on it at a speed of 40 mph, with nothing above the vehicle and no vehicles within a quarter mile of the vehicle, the sunroof glass exploded over the roof of the car and onto the highway","quote_2_odi":"11664322","quote_2_text":"Friday May 30th, I was driving to work on the interstate. No cars/rocks or anything was in my path and all of a sudden the sunroof glass shattered causing glass to go everywhere. It alerted me so badly luckily I didn’t react in a way that could’ve been deadly","quote_3_odi":"11666690","quote_3_text":"My sunroof exploded. I was driving north on I-35 in the Kansas City metro. I heard an actual explosion, then the sound of shrapnel washing over my vehicle. I wasn't sure it was me at first. Nothing hit the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/accord","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11301121","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT, THE CAR WAS HIT HEAD ON, THE CAR WAS TOTALED AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY AIR BAGS THAT WAS FIXED A YEAR AGO. I NEED TO KNOW WHY THEY WERE NEVER DEPLOYED AND IF THERE WAS A MALFUNCTION","quote_2_odi":"11472048","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owned a 2010 Honda Accord. According to an accident report given to the contact by her local highway patrol office, her daughter was driving at 45 MPH when the vehicle veered off the road and hit a tree. The impact of the vehicle hitting the tree caused","quote_3_odi":"11083295","quote_3_text":"WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WHILE IN MOTION AT APPROXI. 35 MPH AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11065526","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, THE CAR IS BURNING 1 QUART OF OIL EVERY 1000 MILES. THE ACCORD OIL CHANGE GUIDE PER THE OWNERS MANUAL IS AN OIL CHANGE EVERY 7000 MILES. I WAS DRIVING THE CAR WITH NO OIL ON THE DIPSTICK WHICH IS A DANGER OF FULL ENGINE FAILURE ON THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11088603","quote_2_text":"OUR ENGINE SUFFERED A MASSIVE ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO HIGH OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE. THE CAR LOST ALL OF ITS OIL AND THERE WAS ABSOLUTELY NO INDICATION OF SUCH SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"11315626","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT APPROXIMATELY 47,000 MILES, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY RELATED TO TSB-12087 HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2010-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11721261","quote_1_text":"When driving at a normal speed, like 55mph, I’ll still be pushing on the gas pedal and it will drop down to 15mph on its own, then stall. It’s happened several times. I was sitting at a traffic light, went to turn left, pushed on the gas pedal, started to go, then just died","quote_2_odi":"11664807","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted","quote_3_odi":"11586289","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. The contact veered over to the side of the roadway; however, the vehicle failed to restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2010-takata-airbag-recall-access","label":"Takata airbag recall parts and repair access","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11072373","quote_1_text":"I NOTICE THAT MY HONDA 2010 ACCORD IS ON LIST FOR AIRBAG RECALL LIST FOR TAKATA INFLATOR. WITH NUMEROUS ATTEMPT TO FIX MY AIRBAG WITH DEL, THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT MY VIN IS NOT ON THE LIST FOR RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11014269","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"11097348","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. FIRST HONDA RECALL LETTER IN FEB, 2018. \"I-79\" HONDA SUPPOSEDLY FIXED THE PROBLEM ON MARCH 5, 2018. SECOND CARD-LETTER RECEIVED MAY 20, 2018. I CALLED THE DEALER (I-79 HONDA), AND THEY SAID YES, INFLATOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED (AGAIN!!)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2010-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and delayed gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11473761","quote_1_text":"My transmission is slipping from 2nd going into 3rd gear. It revs up really high when shifting and jerks. All the other gears are fine. my car only has 104,484 miles","quote_2_odi":"11312068","quote_2_text":"140000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION WHEN GOING UP SLIGHT HILLS, ON FREEWAY 65 STRUGGLES OR SLIPS. THE VEHICLE HAS HAD THE REQUIRED SERVICES DONE WHEN SUGGESTED. THIS PROBLEM STARTED AROUND 135000 MILES AND HAS PROGRESSIVELY GOTTEN WORSE","quote_3_odi":"11265807","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSIONS SLIPS. ENGINE CHECK LIGHT CODES P0780, P1733, P0008 AND P0796. MY TRANSMISSION TAKES TIME TO ENGAGE AFTER I PLACE THE CAR IN DRIVE. DRIVE LIGHT ALSO BLINKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11556457","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my daughter rear-ended a stopped vehicle while trying to merge. She was driving approximately 60-70mph at the time of impact. The front end of her car was completely smashed and the insurance company deemed it a total loss. Despite the force and speed at impact, her","quote_2_odi":"11512442","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously involved in a crash and the air bags did not deploy. There was no further information provided. The contact received a recall notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V502000 ( Air Bags) and the","quote_3_odi":"11427570","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated that while driving at 40 - 45 mph, a Ford pick-up truck traveling about 50 mph crashed into the her vehicle's front driver side corner then hit her rear driver side. The air bags did not deploy. No medical attention was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination without a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11191088","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG IS ALWAYS LIT ( OFF) WHENEVER THE IGNITION IS TURNED ON..ALARM IS ALARM ON ( LIGHT) WHETHER ITS STATIONARY OR CAR IS IN MOTION..EVENTHOUGH THERE IS A PASSENGER SITTING, PASSENGER AIRBAG IS ALWAYS LIGHTING ( FLASHING)","quote_2_odi":"11039698","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OR WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED LIT UNTIL THE EMERGENCY LIGHT WAS TURNED ON","quote_3_odi":"11637295","quote_3_text":"I don't remember the exact days but the air bag light comes on twice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-piston-ring-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption with spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11560847","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Accord. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the check engine warning light was flashing. The contact stated that the vehicle was vibrating and was losing motive power. The contact drove the vehicle back to the residence and later","quote_2_odi":"10908048","quote_2_text":"A DESIGN DEFECT THAT ENABLES OIL TO ENTER INTO ENGINE'X COMBUSTION CHAMBER. THIS LEADS TO PREMATURE SPARK PLUG DEGRADATION AND ENGINE MALFUNCTION. ESSENTIALLY, THE ENGINE IS WORKING MUCH HARDER THAN IT HAS TO IN NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-power-steering-rack-leak","label":"Power steering rack and pinion fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631879","quote_1_text":"The rack and pinion needs to be replaced with just over 63k miles. This appears to be a common occurrence amongst 2008-2012 Honda Accords but it appears Honda is ignoring the issue","quote_2_odi":"11435543","quote_2_text":"I have a 2011 Honda Accord with 70,000 miles and the power steering rack went bad and is leaking fluid. It is unsafe to drive without power steering. There was no warning when it failed","quote_3_odi":"10766412","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION MAKES A LOUD WHINING NOISE. DEALER DIAGNOSED A POWER STEERING RACK FLUID LEAK. I'M TOLD VERY UNUSUAL FOR ONLY APPROX. 46K MILES. NO RECALLS FOR THIS YEAR MODEL YET. THE REPAIR ESTIMATE IS OVER $1500","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts and repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11270056","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED RICK CASE HONDA (15700 RICK CASE HONDA WAY, DAVIE, FL 33331, (954) 388-1035) TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED FOR THE RECALL TWICE. BOTH","quote_2_odi":"11172635","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V661000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. RICHARDS HONDA (7791 FLORIDA BLVD, BATON ROUGE, LA","quote_3_odi":"11096456","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ACCORD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN EMAIL CONCERNING NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V268000 (AIR BAGS), BUT DID NOT RECEIVE A NOTICE INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT PROVIDED ANY INFORMATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Accord Crosstour","model_slug":"accord-crosstour","cluster_id":"accord-crosstour-2011-vtc-actuator-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11549878","quote_1_text":"When I start my car, I hear a rattle sound for 1-2 seconds. It only happens when the car has been off for about 3 hours. It used to happen once in awhile and now everyday. I searched online and a lot of people say it’s the “engine’s variable timing control actuator” or VTC","quote_2_odi":"11404396","quote_2_text":"ENGINE RATTLES LOUDLY FOR ABOUT 4 SECONDS AT STARTUP WHILE STATIONARY. I BELIEVE THE VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL (VTC) ACTUATOR IS DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"10787206","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 HONDA ACCORD MAKES NOISE ON COLD STARTS. ON 10/20/15, I PICKED UP MY CAR FROM HONDA SERVICE AND THEY EXPLAINED IT AS NOISE FROM THE VTC ACTUATOR AND STATED IN WRITING THERE IS NO REPAIR YET AVAILABLE FROM HONDA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/accord-crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-airbag-recall-deployment","label":"Airbag inflator recall repairs and deployment failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11124374","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND METAL FRAGMENTS WERE EJECTED","quote_2_odi":"11115172","quote_2_text":"ANOTHER VEHICLE ACCELERATED THROUGH A RED LIGHT AND \"T-BONED\" THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11032929","quote_3_text":"THREE MONTHS LATER, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND WENT OFF. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE SAME DEALER WHERE A COURTESY DIAGNOSTIC TEST WAS PERFORMED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-cracked-engine-block","label":"Cracked engine block causing coolant leaks and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":126,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11673094","quote_1_text":"My 2006 Honda Civic engine overheated. Upon diagnosis it was found that radiator coolant had leaked out due to cracks in the engine block (short block)","quote_2_odi":"11496253","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon checking the fluids in the vehicle, she noticed that coolant had leaked onto the ground","quote_3_odi":"11041730","quote_3_text":"I BROUGHT MY CAR TO THE LOCAL HONDA DEALER TO HAVE IT FIXED, ONLY TO FIND OUT THE ENGINE BLOCK CRACKED AND THAT'S WERE THE LEAK IS COMING FROM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank corrosion and leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11318637","quote_1_text":"GAS TANK STRAPS RUSTED AND THE FUEL TANK FELL ONTO THE GROUND WEARING A HOLE AND EXPELLED ITS FUEL CONTENT","quote_2_odi":"11450092","quote_2_text":"My fuel tank all of a sudden started leaking. It all started as a gradual issue. Very random and unusual","quote_3_odi":"11597522","quote_3_text":"The cylinders are only certified for a period of time 15 or 20 years. After that the cylinders are considered expired and must be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-ima-immobilizer-electrical","label":"IMA hybrid battery power loss and immobilizer key faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11475483","quote_1_text":"Car lost power while trying to make a left turn across traffic. IMA battery charge dropped and no assist was delivered","quote_2_odi":"11319312","quote_2_text":"THE IMA SYSTEM KEEPS KICKING ON AFTER DRIVING IT WHEN YOU COME TO A FULL STOP AND PUT IT IN PARK AND CAUSING THE CAR TO STAY IN PARK AND NOT ABLE TO GET IT IN GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11450330","quote_3_text":"KEY FOR THIS MAKE IS NOT RECOGNIZED. HONDA SAID IT IS A \"INMOBILIZATION SYSTEM ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-paint-clearcoat-peeling","label":"Paint and clearcoat peeling on roof and hood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11022619","quote_1_text":"PAINT PEELING ALL OVER ROOF, HOOD, FENDERS, AND TRUNK LEAVING A WHITE FROST","quote_2_odi":"11018749","quote_2_text":"THE CLEARCOAT/PAINT ON THE ROOF OF MY 2006 HONDA CIVIC EX, COLOR GALAXY GRAY IS PEELING AND WHITE SPOTS HAVE EMERGED","quote_3_odi":"11000706","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT BEGAN TO PEEL AWAY FROM THE CAR ABOUT 1.5 YEARS AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2006,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2006-rear-suspension-wheel-bearing","label":"Rear suspension and wheel bearing wear causing tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":1402,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11044804","quote_1_text":"MY 2006 HONDA CIVIC EX IS CAUSING EXCESSIVE, UNEVEN WEAR TO THE TIRES BECAUSE THE REAR CONTROL ARM CAUSES NEGATIVE CAMBER ON THE REAR TIRES","quote_2_odi":"11170741","quote_2_text":"TOOK VEHICLE IN BECAUSE WHEEL BEARINGS WERE MAKING NOISE - WAS TOLD IT WAS THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS - THERE IS A RECALL FOR THESE - THEY REFUSED TO REPLACE THE BEARINGS","quote_3_odi":"10983262","quote_3_text":"THE MECHANIC THERE TOLD ME THE DRIVER SIDE WHEEL BEARING WAS BROKEN, AND THE DRIVE SHAFT AND THE WHEEL BEARING NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2007-body-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":1204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11317244","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE CAR, ALL OVER THE CAR WHICH ISN'T NORMAL...IT IS NOT GOOD FOR THE ENVIRONMENT AND LOOKS TERRIBLE","quote_2_odi":"11123300","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS DARK PEARL BLUE. THE PAINT BEGAN PEELING ON TRUNK AND ROOFTOP OF CAR AROUND APRIL 2017. IT BEGAN AS WHITE CHALKY SPLOTCHES AND HAS GROWN","quote_3_odi":"10971833","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT OF THE CAR IS PEELING OFF. FROM EVERYWHERE. THIS CAR IS BEING PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY FOR LAST 4 YS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2007-engine-block-crack-coolant-leak","label":"Engine block cracking with coolant leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":1204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11202539","quote_1_text":"2007 HONDA CIVIC COUPE- CRACKED ENGINE BLOCK I FOUND OUT I HAD A LEAK SO I HAD MY CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT WHERE THE LEAK WAS COMING FROM","quote_2_odi":"11256025","quote_2_text":"CAR BEGAN LEAKING ANTIFREEZE FROM THE ENGINE BLOCK. HONDA ADMITS THAT THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS YEAR AS WELL AS OTHERS BUT REFUSES TO PAY FOR REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11172622","quote_3_text":"MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK WITH THE HONDA CIVIC 07 WHEN IT STARTED TO OVERHEAT. LUCKILY HE WAS CLOSE TO THE HOUSE AND WE IMMEDIATELY CALLED OVER OUR OWN MECHANIC TO INSPECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2007-engine-transmission-mount-failure","label":"Engine and transmission mount failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":1204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11288178","quote_1_text":"UNFORTUNATELY IT IS THE SECOND TIME IT BRAKES THE ENGINE MOUNTS. I HAVE HEARD THAT MANY PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME ISSUE. I THINK IT IS A FACTORY PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11022440","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER-SIDE MOTOR MOUNT HAS COLLAPSED PREMATURELY, CAUSING THE ENGINE VIBRATION TO BE TRANSFERRED TO THE FRAME OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11055506","quote_3_text":"DEFECTIVE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION MOUNTS. A DESIGN ISSUE THAT HAS MANY OWNERS REPAIRING (COST OF $800) MOUNTS AT 65-85,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2007-takata-airbag-recall-warning-light","label":"Takata airbag recall and airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":1204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11128039","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_2_odi":"11220876","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE RECALL&#65292;MY SIDE AIR BAG HAS PROBLEM AND NEED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON AND DEALER CHECKING","quote_3_odi":"11426913","quote_3_text":"The air bag light has been coming on and staying on more frequently yet there are no recalls for this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"honda-civic-2008-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":916,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11476751","quote_1_text":"I got into an accident and my air bags never deployed","quote_2_odi":"11115387","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 37 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11658782","quote_3_text":"The drivers air bag system or any other didn't deploy upon a rear collision with another vehicle, and yes the vehicle is available for any inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"honda-civic-2008-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light after recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":916,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11749407","quote_1_text":"After the recall repair, the passenger airbag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11743222","quote_2_text":"Got mail that my car needs to have the airbag recall done and I took it to Honda dealer in Selma for the recall, got the car back and noticed the passenger airbag light was left on","quote_3_odi":"11415060","quote_3_text":"MY PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND I BELIEVE IT'S A MANUFACTURER DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"honda-civic-2008-cracked-engine-block","label":"Cracked engine block with coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":916,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11549643","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started overheating","quote_2_odi":"11142754","quote_2_text":"THE REASON THE ENGINE BLOCK CRACKED WAS BECAUSE HONDA USED A CHEAPER METAL","quote_3_odi":"11079995","quote_3_text":"THEY IDENTIFIED THAT THERE WAS CRACK IN THE ENGINE BLOCK WHICH HAS CAUSED THE COOLANT TO LEAK FROM THE ENGINE AND HENCE OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE HAS HAPPENED AND MADE IT TO MALFUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"honda-civic-2008-paint-peeling","label":"Clear coat and paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":916,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10995395","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT ON THE HOOD AND TRUNK ARE PEELING OFF","quote_2_odi":"11012017","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT ON THE ROOF AND THE HOOD OF MY HONDA CIVIC STARTED PEELING OFF LAST WINTER AND IT'S GOTTEN REALLY BAD","quote_3_odi":"11526654","quote_3_text":"The paint is peeling off from the vehicle, exposing the body to rust and reduce the vehicle lifetime and durability significantly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"honda-civic-2008-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor separation and detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":916,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11001627","quote_1_text":"THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF MY 2008 HONDA CIVIC BROKE SEVERAL MONTHS AGO","quote_2_odi":"11088467","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR WHERE ATTACHED TO CLAMP ON TO HINGE MECHANISM HAS COME APART","quote_3_odi":"11681983","quote_3_text":"Driver's side sun visor defective. Visor started splitting, leading to inoperative, and finally fell off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2010-airbag-deployment","label":"Unexpected air bag deployment and recall replacement","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11605902","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway, smooth road, hit nothing and the entire driver side airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11494149","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Civic. The contact stated while her daughter was driving 20 MPH, the driver-side air bag curtain deployed without any impact, causing the contact to lose control of the vehicle and struck the curb on the passenger side","quote_3_odi":"11488784","quote_3_text":"I purchased a used Honda Civic last summer. This year I started receiving recall notices. I did not respond until the notice told me that they could provide a loaner because I don't have a ride to drop off and pick up the vehicle. I have made at least 4 attempts over the last","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2010-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling from roof, hood, and trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11507637","quote_1_text":"The paint on this blue Honda Civic 2010 has been wearing away for years. There’s chips of paint missing on the hood. There is paint wear on the roof in two wide strips, on the trunk all over and the fenders","quote_2_odi":"11375309","quote_2_text":"CLEAR COAT IS MOTTLED AND PEELING FROM ROOF AND TRUNK. PAINT UNDERNEATH IS DULL AND OXIDIZED","quote_3_odi":"11231124","quote_3_text":"PEELING PAINT ON THE HOOD, TOP, FENDERS, TRUNK LID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2010-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature front brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005376","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD A SQUEAKING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE PADS AND ROTORS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE","quote_2_odi":"10871553","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY HONDA CIVIC BRAND NEW IN 2010 AND I HAD TO CHANGE BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES THREE TIMES ALREADY, AND NOW I NEED TO CHANGE MY FRONT DISC AND BRAKES AGAIN!","quote_3_odi":"10863425","quote_3_text":"SINCE PURCHASING MY CIVIC IN 2013, I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKES TWICE, ONCE IN JANUARY, 2014 AND AGAIN IN FEBRUARY 2016. THE BRAKES BEGAN GRINDING AND SLOWLY STOPPED WORKING OVER A VERY SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2010-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor separation blocking driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11469938","quote_1_text":"The sun visor keeps splitting at the seam. When that happens it'll no longer hold itself in place and it will flop down blocking my view. At this point I've replaced both sun visors 3 times since I bought the car, about once every 3 years in the summer","quote_2_odi":"11075659","quote_2_text":"SUN VISOR IN 2010 HONDA CIVIC BROKEN. THE PLASTIC IS CRACKED AT THE SEAM AND THE MECHANISM INSIDE THE VISOR CANNOT WORK PROPERLY. VISOR DOES NOT STAY IN PLACE IN EITHER UP OR DOWN POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11004840","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR IS BROKEN/DEFECTIVE. THE TWO PLASTIC PANELS JUST CRACKS OPEN OR FALL APART EVEN THOUGH IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN OPERATED PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or delayed throttle response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":396,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11650998","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Civic. The contact stated that after driving approximately 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to stop and park the vehicle; however, the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11527168","quote_2_text":"The contact’s relative owns a 2010 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed while turning; however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle was dragging and hesitating","quote_3_odi":"11056345","quote_3_text":"ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 21, 2017 AND ON DECEMBER 25, 2017 (AT APPROXIMATELY 5:20 PM EASTERN TIME), THE ENGINE OF MY 2010 HONDA FIT ACCELERATED RAPIDLY FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A CITY OR SUBURBAN STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-airbag-inadvertent-deploy","label":"Air bag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11721763","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a parking lot, the engine was powered off with the key in the ignition, and the front driver-side air bag and front driver-side air bag curtain had independently deployed","quote_2_odi":"11699122","quote_2_text":"On August 9 while grandson was in route on I20 toward Birmingham, Al. to attend grandparent funeral, driver air bag exploded. He struggled to take a close next exit. He pulled car to side of road and ran away from car. He said it was full of smoke and small pieces","quote_3_odi":"11022649","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A CITY STREET MY CAR HIT A POTHOLE AND MY AIRBAGS DEPLORED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11705296","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while attempting to park in a parking lot, he was blinded by the sun and collided with the circular concrete base of a parking lot light on private property. The contact mentioned that the engine was revving high","quote_2_odi":"11390257","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DEPRESS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO MULTIPLE VEHICLES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A FRACTURED SPINE AND CHEST","quote_3_odi":"10419988","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH SHE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL VIA AMBULANCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-brake-pedal-non-response","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11588386","quote_1_text":"Each time I applied brakes I would hear a scraping sound in sync with a point or span of tire rotation. Then as I was attempting to stop at a red light the brakes failed","quote_2_odi":"10503048","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 61 MPH, THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11231109","quote_3_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 35 TO 40 MPH WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES LATELY DUE TO TRAFFIC SLOWING DOWN IN FRONT I HAD ABSOLUTELY NO BRAKE PEDAL AT ALL. THE PEDAL WENT IMMEDIATELY DOWN TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE HAD FAILED TO SLOW OR STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-exterior-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and fading","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11343941","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT A 2011 HONDA CIVIC COUPE. I BOUGHT IT NEW AND HAVE BEEN THE ONLY OWNER. 2 YEARS AGO THE PAINT BEGAN PEELING ON THE TRUNK. THE PEELING HAS NOW EXTENDED FROM TRUNK TO THE ROOF. THE PAINT ON THE ROOF IS ALMOST ENTIRELY PEELING. THE TRUNK HAS HUGE SPOTS WHERE IT IS PEELING","quote_2_odi":"10876271","quote_2_text":"PAINT RECALL, BLACK PAINT IS FADING ON ROOF AND BUMPER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-premature-brake-pad-wear","label":"Premature front brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10881982","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I'VE HAD TO CHANGE THE BRAKES OFTEN ON THIS CAR. I DON'T DRIVE THE CAR LONG DISTANCES, BUT THE BRAKES WEAR OUT SO EASILY. I'VE HAD IT FOR 4 YEARS AND HAVE MILEAGE OF 30,000","quote_2_odi":"10523765","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT BRAKES ON MY HONDA CIVIC HAD TO BE REPLACED THE FIRST TIME AT 17,000 MILES. IT HAD FAILED RIGHT AT THE END OF THE HONDA 1 YEAR WARRANTY (THE FIRST DATE IS ESTIMATED BUT I CAN DIG IT OUT FROM THE HONDA DEALER IF THIS BECOMES AN ISSUE) I HAVE ONLY THE ESTIMATED FIRST","quote_3_odi":"10447104","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR HAS A MAJOR BRAKE ISSUE. BOTH FRONT PADS HAVE WORN BY 75% AT ONLY 6,000 MILES, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT 9,800 MILES. WORN OUT AGAIN AT 16,000 MILES. TOLD TO DRIVE CAR UNTIL THE BRAKES \"FAILED\" AND THEM TO COME BACK FOR NEW ONES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor splitting and detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11375704","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR HAS SPLIT AND JUST HANGS DOWN IN THE LINE OF VISION....I PURCHASED A NEW GENUINE HONDA VISOR AND THE SAME THING IS HAPPENING TO IT. NOW THE PASSENGER SIDE VISOR IS ALSO BEGINNING TO SPLIT. HONDA WILL NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR DEFECTIVE VISORS","quote_2_odi":"11228840","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR FOR THE CAR HAS BEEN REPLACED EVERY YEAR SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, AS IT MELTS OFF IN THE SUMMER HEAT. THE VISOR WILL HANG AND BLOCK VISIBILITY FOR THE DRIVER CAUSING HAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. AFTER 7 REPLACEMENTS, THE VISOR HAS SINCE BEEN REMOVED","quote_3_odi":"10779122","quote_3_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE VISORS ARE MECHANICALLY DEFECTIVE. FLIPPING THEM FROM UP TO DOWN USES AN INTERNAL COMPONENT WHICH SNAPS, KEEPING THE VISOR IN PLACE TO STAY OUT UP OUT OF VISIBILITY OR DOWN TO BLOCK THE SUN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11512987","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V661000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"10946906","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. DUE TO POTENTIAL INJURY/DEATH TO PASSENGERS IN MY VEHICLE, I CANNOT HAVE ANYONE RIDE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE FOR MY JOB AND INCONVENIENT FOR MY PERSONAL TIME. NO REMEDY IS AVAILABLE, DESPITE HONDA SAYING ONE WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN 2016","quote_3_odi":"10918467","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11100405","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN A DRIVE THRU LINE, IT ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN WHILE STOPPED. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND PLACE THE VEHICLE INTO PARK TO COMPLETELY STOP","quote_2_odi":"10426679","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS FOLLOWING A ROW OF CARS INTO A DRIVEWAY OF A SHOPPING AREA, I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE JUST TO ROLL A FEW INCHES SINCE TRAFFIC WAS BUMPER TO BUMPER","quote_3_odi":"10464481","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, LOSS OF ACCELERATION. WHEN ACCELERATOR WAS APPLIED, ONLY RPMS MOVED, THE CAR WOULD NOT RESPOND. NUMEROUS TIMES AT STOP LIGHTS, THE CAR RPMS WOULD ACCELERATE PASS 3 AND 4 WITHOUT ANY APPLICATION TO THE GAS PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-abs-vsa-module-failure","label":"ABS/VSA control module failure, brakes and steering loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11596214","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module leads fell off. The 2012 Honda Civic has a sealed ABS/VSA control module. This module has leads connected with rigid solid core cables that are known to disconnect and fall off due to natural heat and vibration. This happened with my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11620669","quote_2_text":"Driving around town, I stopped our 2012 Honda Civic at a stoplight. The brake pedal vibrated from the ABS modulator, then went all the way to the floor. I had the brake system checked at a workshop, bled the brake lines, and the same situation repeated","quote_3_odi":"11640980","quote_3_text":"ABS/VSA module faulty. Upon internet research it seems to be a very common problem among owners of this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy during crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11105044","quote_1_text":"FRONT END COLLISION. 30 MPH. RAN INTO STOPPED CAR AHEAD. AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11550575","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 55 mph, his vehicle crashed into a stopped Ford F-150. The driver was sore where x-rays were performed and medical attention was provided. There was no fire","quote_3_odi":"11301646","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER MOM WHO OWNED A 2012 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CHAIN REACTION ACCIDENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Check air bag system warning light / occupant sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11573039","quote_1_text":"My airbag warning light comes on intermittently. When the light is on, the airbags are non-functional. It comes on at various times while driving, and at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11687556","quote_2_text":"I have had this 2012 for a little over a year, within the past 6 months periodically the check air bag system warning lamp comes on if I make a sharp turn or move the steering wheel very fast","quote_3_odi":"11622097","quote_3_text":"I was 3 hrs away from home and I started my vehicle and the air bag light began flashing and beeping. The light was on the message board that indicates my speed, clock, fuel, etc. it basically is the information center for the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-emissions-warning-light","label":"Check Emissions System warning after recall service","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11473758","quote_1_text":"So on 11/6/19 Silko Honda Raynham, MA worked on my car for recall {campaign recall 19-106 6bd00- 2012 civic cold emissions gas reduction) So ever since this update on my computer I had non stop tightening gas cap which has been replaced with dealer cap did not work, and when the","quote_2_odi":"11114654","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, CAR RANDOMLY DISPLAYS CHECK EMISSION AND CHECK TRANSMISSION SYSTEM ERROR. WHEN I RESTART THE CAR, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES WHEN I PUT IT IN D POSITION. I TOOK THE CAR FOR REPAIR AND THEY SAY EVERYTHING IS NORMAL AND THEY DIDN'T FIND ANY ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"11082690","quote_3_text":"THE CAR RANDOMLY DISPLAYS A CHECK EMISSIONS SYSTEM AND CHECK TRANSMISSION SYSTEMS ERROR ON THE DASHBOARD WHILE DRIVING. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND THE \"D\" INDICATOR ON THE DISPLAY FLASHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-eps-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering (EPS) loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11376462","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE WITH CHECK POWER STEERING SYSTEM WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11220302","quote_2_text":"EPS CONTROLLER UNIT NEED TO BE REPLACED. POWER STEERING LIGHT COMES ON AND STEERING IS HARD. IF TURN VEHICLE OFF THAN BACK ON AGAIN, LIGHT GOES AWAY AND STEERING IS BACK TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11598809","quote_3_text":"Power Steering suddenly failed after I stopped for a stop sign. The EPS light was not on prior to stopping but came on after the steering failed. Managed to get to the nearest Honda Dealer and was told they wouldn't touch it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-hybrid-ima-inverter-failure","label":"Hybrid IMA motor power inverter (MPI) failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11427897","quote_1_text":"The vehicle stop working because the mpi is bad, there is a service bulletin that cover the warranty","quote_2_odi":"11664413","quote_2_text":"So according to Honda Service Bulletin 20-030, all honda civic 2012-2015 hybrids having IMA Motor Power Inverter (MPI) have to fixed","quote_3_odi":"11681998","quote_3_text":"While driving, my 2012 Honda Civic Hybrid suddenly loses power and steering ability. The vehicle stalls and the steering wheel locks up, making it impossible to safely maneuver. This has happened multiple times, including in traffic, creating a serious risk of collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-paint-clearcoat-peeling","label":"Clear coat and paint peeling on roof and trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11354048","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT IS PEELING ALL OVER MY CAR ESPECIALLY THE ROOF AND TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11339348","quote_2_text":"CAR CLEAR COAT IS COMING OFF ON THE TRUNK AND ROOF IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. IN AREAS WHERE THE CLEAR COAT IS GONE, THE PAINT IS NOW COMING OFF. VEHICLE IS A 2012 HONDA CIVIC PURCHASED NEW IN 2011","quote_3_odi":"11310404","quote_3_text":"I LEASED A HONDA CIVIC 2012-2015 , IN 2015 I BOUGHT THE CIVIC THAT I HAD LEASED FOR 3 YEARS. IN 2018 I STARTED TO NOTICE THE PAINT WAS LOOKING DULL IN CERTAIN SPOTS AND STARTING TO SHOW A WHITE RING LIKE I DUMPED SALT FOR MELTING ICE ALL OVER IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2012-rodent-wiring-charging","label":"Rodent-damaged wiring causing charging system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":454,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11265524","quote_1_text":"CAR WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO START WITHOUT A JUMP FOR MONTHS. GOT 2 NEW BATTERIES. 3 NEW ALTERNATORS. KEPT HAPPENING. NOW I MUST KEEP HEADLIGHTS ON AT ALL TIMES, EVEN IN THE BRIGHTEST DAYLIGHT, OR ELSE BATTERY WILL BEGIN TO LOSE CHARGE AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11258985","quote_2_text":"MY ELDERLY MOTHER HAS HAD MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ON HER 2012 HONDA CIVIC 4-DOOR LX SEDAN. SHE KEEPS GETTING THE 'CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM' WARNING LAMP ON DASH","quote_3_odi":"11343236","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA CIVIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE CHARGING SYSTEM WAS OPERATIONAL HOWEVER, THE SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE UPDATED OR REPROGRAMMED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2013-airbag-unintended-deployment","label":"Unintended airbag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11569837","quote_1_text":"Amid sliding briefly on ice, the driver side front and rear curtain airbags of my 2013 Honda Civic deployed. No collision or impact occurred to trigger this and, correspondingly, no external damage to the vehicle was sustained","quote_2_odi":"11567925","quote_2_text":"Passenger side curtain airbag deployed on its own as car slowed down approaching a stop sign. No accident occurred. Vehicle inspected by Honda dealership also reported no sign of accident occurring","quote_3_odi":"11066103","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG DEPLOYED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. MISTLIN HONDA IN MODESTO, CALIFORNIA WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL ON THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag system warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11759099","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed. The contact was informed that the VIN was not under recall","quote_2_odi":"11745722","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the driver’s side air bag warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated","quote_3_odi":"11363947","quote_3_text":"MY CAR STARTED SHOWING AIRBAG WARNING STATING \"CHECK AIR BAG SYSTEM\". THE CAR DEALERSHIP IS CHARGING JUST TO GET THE ERROR CODE FOR THIS MESSAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2013-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure with dash warning lights","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11476008","quote_1_text":"Electric Power Steering assist occasionally does not work when car is driving under a low speed, making the turning very diffcult","quote_2_odi":"11373886","quote_2_text":"TURNED ON VEHICLE, PUT IN REVERSE BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED SUDDENLY. WHEEL WAS TIGHT AND SHAKY. THE POWER STEERING WARNING MESSAGE AND ICON ONLY APPEARED AS FAILURE OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"11127901","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND MY POWER STEERING LOCKED UP AND WOULD NOT LET ME USE THE STEERING WHEEL. LUCKILY NOONE WAS NEXT TO ME SO I PUT HAZARAD LIGHT AND MANAGED TO PULL OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2013-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and chalking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11468932","quote_1_text":"Paint pealing/chipping near edges of both driver and passenger side window","quote_2_odi":"11366474","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 HONDA CIVIC SEDAN WITH LESS THAN 54,000 MILES ON IT, HAS THE PAINT PEELING PROBLEM AS OUTLINED IN HONDA'S TSB #14-034 WHEREAS THIS MODEL YEAR IS GRANTED A 7 YEAR EXTENSION ON ITS PAINT","quote_3_odi":"11292349","quote_3_text":"THE CAR BODY EXTERIOR IS SHOWING SIGNIFICANT PAINT PROBLEMS ON THE ROOF AND THE BACK TRUNK DOOR. THE PAINT IS CHALKING AND PAINT ON THE FRONT IS CRACKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11569831","quote_1_text":"The car crashed into the back of the truck in front of it. The crash caused the airbag to go off and either the airbag itself or the area that covers the steering wheel cut my wife’s jaw/throat","quote_2_odi":"11544291","quote_2_text":"While I was driving, a truck hit me from behind causing a 5 car accident. My car was unable to be driven from the scene. The radiator and front collision bar are very bent in, however my airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11054543","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL _ MY SON HAD AN ACCIDENT IN THIS 2014 HONDA CIVIC AND THE AIRBAG DIDI NOT DEPLOY. THE WRECK WAS FRONT END \"CRASH\" DOING $8,000+ WORTH OF DAMAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light from inflator or module defect","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11570821","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was intermittently illuminated on the instrument panel while driving at various speeds. Over time, the air bag warning light remained illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11578898","quote_2_text":"Air bag light came on like 1 year ago. I had the dealership do the diagnostic on the car. They said it was cable relay. They said estimate to repair was over $2000","quote_3_odi":"11518933","quote_3_text":"The specific part is the driver side airbag inflater which is causing the airbag system to fail. The repair has not been done on the vehicle yet. According to the dealer, when the indicator light triggers, none of the airbags will inflate in an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-cvt-fill-cap-fluid-loss","label":"CVT transmission fill cap fluid loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11566371","quote_1_text":"The plug for the transmission fill continually pops off. This is apparently is a common problem with this model","quote_2_odi":"11449316","quote_2_text":"I have over 150,000 miles on this vehicle. I've followed all recommended maintenance minders as they come up and today I found that the CVT transmission fill plug had popped off, was laying on the transmission with fluid everywhere","quote_3_odi":"11326668","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSIONS FILL CAP KEEP POPPING OFF AND CAUSING TRANSMISSION FLUID TO SPILL AS WELL AS EXPOSING THE INSIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION TO THE ELEMENTS, CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO JERK WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-cvt-pulley-shaft-failure","label":"CVT transmission pulley shaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696651","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal clunking sound and lost motive power. The contact stated that the vehicle felt like the transmission was in neutral(N), and the front wheels were locked","quote_2_odi":"11469881","quote_2_text":"CVT FAILED ON HIGHWAY IN MIDDLE LANE. MILEAGE 130,000 TOWED TO DEALER. CVT FLUID MAINTENANCE HAD BEEN REGULARLY PERFORMED BY DEALER- HERB CHAMBERS OF SEEKONK MASSACHUSETTS. CAR -2014 HONDA CIVIC EX NOT INCLUDED IN ANY PREVIOUS CVT RECALL GROUP!","quote_3_odi":"11439742","quote_3_text":"While driving especially accelerating from a stop front end of car started vibrating and jerking.Qualified mechanic inspected the drive train and concluded there was a damage to the pulley shaft that could not have been due to wear and Tear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742333","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, the vehicle lost power steering assist, and the steering wheel became difficult to turn","quote_2_odi":"11545053","quote_2_text":"On August 30, while driving the power steering warning activated and the steering wheel become extremely hard to move. Stopped the car and followed the troubleshoot procedure; however, the failure persisted and had to request a tow truck","quote_3_odi":"11417858","quote_3_text":"Automatic steering keeps going off (warning light is coming on the dash) and he has to steer manually; unable to do so in a safe manner; steering essentially locked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-ignition-start-failure","label":"Push-button start and ignition lock failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11537996","quote_1_text":"Push start button clicks and doesn't turn the engine on. Countless attempts can be made without a different result","quote_2_odi":"11480923","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic. The contact stated that all three keys failed to turn over and start the vehicle after multiple attempts. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11479404","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic. The contact stated upon inserting the key in the ignition switch to start the vehicle, he was unable to turn the key and the steering wheel was locked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11072875","quote_1_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING. NOTHING HIT THE SUN ROOF. IT EXPLODED ON ITS OWN. SHATTERED GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR WHILE I WAS DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10960247","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, I HEARD A LOUD, GUNSHOT LIKE SOUND AND GLASS STARTED FALLING ON ME. MY SUNROOF HAD JUST APPEARED TO HAVE BEEN HIT WITH SOMETHING OUT OF NOWHERE","quote_3_odi":"11075797","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA CIVIC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED ON THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2014-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11671487","quote_1_text":"Continental P 195/65 R 15. 89 H. The tire blew and the side wall on the outside on the passenger side front. It looks shredded on the side- not a normal blown tire look","quote_2_odi":"11508551","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Civic equipped with Continental Tires. Tire Line: ExtremeContact DWS06, Tire Size: 225/40R/18, and DOT Number was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11104303","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT DRIVER TIRE HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE IN LESS THAN A YEAR. THE FIRST TIME IT EXPLODED ON MY WIFE IN THE FREEWAY. THE SECOND TIME IT KEEPS GOING FLAT AND WE KEEP ON PUTTING AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2015-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal or rear-end crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11491553","quote_1_text":"On 10/15/2022 our 2015 Honda Civic Coupe vehicle was in a front end collision at 70 mph. NONE of the airbags deployed. The vehicle is at my insurance company wrecking yard and would be available for inspection, if…","quote_2_odi":"11446528","quote_2_text":"As the vehicle continued to spin, her son lost all control of the vehicle as the rear bumper hit a cement barrier. The airbags did not deploy upon impact","quote_3_odi":"11737592","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic Sedan. The contact stated while stopped at red light , another crashed into the read end of her vehicle. The contact stated that no air bags were deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag or SRS warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11656101","quote_1_text":"Airbag light came on intermittently. Had module and something else replaced by McCarthy Honda in Overland Park, KS","quote_2_odi":"11562579","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a diagnostic test was performed. The diagnostic showed that the vehicle had a faulty front driver’s side air bag inflator","quote_3_odi":"11384665","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT INTERMITANTLY COMES ON FOR PAST TWO YEARS. ISSUE STARTED AT 50,000 MILES. DEALER SAID IT IS A CLOCK SPRING OR AIRBAG ISSUE WITH A $1400 REPAIR COST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2015-battery-drain-parasitic","label":"Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725331","quote_1_text":"Vehicle battery drains while vehicle not in use. Have replaced the battery twice, and replaced alternator. Problem persists","quote_2_odi":"11420535","quote_2_text":"Vehicle battery would discharge over night resulting in a dead battery. Took the vehicle to dealer to fix. The problem was a parasitic draw on fuse 29 which was traced to a faulty front passenger lock actuator. Defect was determine after a review of NHTSA ID # 11378656","quote_3_odi":"11440096","quote_3_text":"It took 4 tries before my car would start. I went to auto zone to have the battery & alternator & starter tested. Battery was dead so I had it replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":138,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11706224","quote_1_text":"No warning lights or symptoms prior to issue. Driving on the highway and vehicle suddenly started revving like it was in neutral, failing to accelerate, then died on the side of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11497724","quote_2_text":"The CVT transmission resulted in the shaft breaking during operation. The car rolled in reverse and without the gears being switched","quote_3_odi":"11712924","quote_3_text":"Transmission drive belt snapped while driving. Took it to Honda dealer to diagnose, they found it to be the drive belt that snapped in the cvt transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2015-exterior-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling or chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11621987","quote_1_text":"Factory paint is peeling off from multiple location","quote_2_odi":"11481003","quote_2_text":"Paint chipping off of vehicle around rear windshield","quote_3_odi":"11464522","quote_3_text":"The car's paint is coming off almost everyday. I didn't do anything wrong, but it is coming off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-ac-evaporator-leak","label":"A/C evaporator and compressor refrigerant leaks","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11642972","quote_1_text":"In 2019, Honda extended the warranty on two components of the A/C systems in 2016-2018 Civics: the condenser and the compressor shaft seal. However, it did not extend the warranty on the evaporator","quote_2_odi":"11701754","quote_2_text":"My A/C system experienced a total failure at around 79,000 miles. I took the vehicle to a service center, and they confirmed the failure is the A/C Evaporator. This component is now broken and available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11623038","quote_3_text":"The A/C unit is continuously giving out. The condenser and compression shaft have been replaced twice and have now damaged the evaporator causing it to leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure with engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11728688","quote_1_text":"The fuel pump is failing and stalls when driving","quote_2_odi":"11725382","quote_2_text":"My car shuts off during long drives and carries the same behaviors of a car with a failing fuel pump","quote_3_odi":"11631912","quote_3_text":"There is an active recall on the fuel pump for Honda Civics. My car fits within the range of time of manufacture, but my VIN does not appear with any recalls. The vehicle shakes when starting and will stall most of the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Coolant loss into engine with head gasket failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11736313","quote_1_text":"2016 Honda Civic EX-T 1.5L turbo. Coolant is disappearing with no visible external leak. Diagnosed by mechanic as likely head gasket failure. This is a known defect affecting 2016-2022 Civics with the 1.5T engine","quote_2_odi":"11624575","quote_2_text":"Over a several month period the car was losing radiator fluid. I figured it was probably a stuck thermostat and the fluid was coming from the overflow. But only once did I see a minimal amount of fluid. Not near the amount that had been lost in the cooling system","quote_3_odi":"11693315","quote_3_text":"Blown Head gasket failure due to coolant leak into cylinders Evaporator Leak for A/C due to condenser and compressor shaft","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and flaking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11720653","quote_1_text":"The paint is flaking all areas surrounding the rear windshield which will cause rust damage and may lead to rear windshield needing to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11722244","quote_2_text":"The white orchid pearl paint on my 2016 civic is peeling. the car has 150000 miles on it. I've seen this is a known defect with this type of paint","quote_3_odi":"11713915","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the white paint was peeling off the vehicle. Large white pieces from the rear hood started to peel off first","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":130,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11722721","quote_1_text":"Steering can be \"sticky\" in warm weather, especially above 70 degrees. The issue is intermittent and almost disappears during colder weather, below 60 degrees. I have been noticing this issue for the last couple of years","quote_2_odi":"11729201","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Honda Civic w/ 66000 miles has been experiencing issues with the steering wheel wherein after driving for approximately 10-15 minutes the steering wheel will start \"sticking\" when attempting to make micro-adjustments","quote_3_odi":"11678285","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel sticks when you try to turn it. The best example of what happens is when you're driving on a fairly straight road, you typically make small steering adustments to keep your car in it's lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2016-vsa-bcm-warning-lights","label":"VSA and body control module failures with warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1070,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11743043","quote_1_text":"Car suddenly had many warning lights. A red “BRAKE” light flashes. Lane keep and adaptive cruise stopped working. The steering feels numb and doesn’t return to center. Took to dealer for diagnostic. They reported a VSA computer module failure","quote_2_odi":"11644869","quote_2_text":"Honda did a software update on my vehicle tied to the recall below. The dealership stated to me that they need to replace the VSA modulator and they are claiming this is not covered since they did the software update a few years ago","quote_3_odi":"11642757","quote_3_text":"Failed body control module known issue with Honda for years. wants to stick consumer with $1300 repair bill so car can be drive able again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2017-ac-evaporator-condenser","label":"A/C evaporator, condenser and compressor failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 569 total)","source_complaint_count":569,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11679645","quote_1_text":"The A/C system in my Honda 2017 failed. The compressor was covered under Honda’s extended warranty, but the evaporator, which was also leaking, was not covered even though both are part of the same system. This seems to be a common issue…","quote_2_odi":"11658690","quote_2_text":"The AC condenser, compressor, blower, & evapoartor core all broke down. After repair, I’m still receiving a “fog horn noise” audiable sound. This is dangerous as I have no A/C in the hot summer. The dealer inspected the vehicle and confirmed the issue…","quote_3_odi":"11665457","quote_3_text":"Leaking somewhere near condenser for the air conditioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2017-bcm-accessory-mode","label":"Body control module and accessory-mode drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 569 total)","source_complaint_count":569,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677057","quote_1_text":"The Body Control Module (BCM) is faulty and causes the alarm to go off on its own, lights inside the cluster glitch turning on by itself and drains the battery even with the key fob nowhere near its vicinity when off. Sometimes does not recognize the key fob.","quote_2_odi":"11665904","quote_2_text":"After turning off the vehicle and locking it the vehicle continuously turns on to accessory mode on its own. On a few occasions I came out to a dead battery or have been woken up more than once to my alarm blaring in the middle of the nite…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2017-engine-stall-head-gasket","label":"Engine power loss and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 569 total)","source_complaint_count":569,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726123","quote_1_text":"The head gasket failed on my 2017 Honda civic after 110,000 miles I had the Honda dealership of Decatur fix the head gasket and it failed again after 36,000 miles this appears to be a massive issue Honda is having with these cars. And mine and other’s safety were put into risk…","quote_2_odi":"11735784","quote_2_text":"While driving the car on April 19, 2026, the car started losing engine power, was unable to maintain current speed of roadway, had to drive less than 15 miles an hour to a safe location. Had the car towed to the dealership they said there was a faulty code throwing for cylinder…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2017-paint-peeling-rust","label":"Exterior paint peeling and rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 569 total)","source_complaint_count":569,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735713","quote_1_text":"My white 2017 Honda Civic was brand new when I bought it and has always been garage kept. At the beginning of April, when washing my car, I noticed the paint was peeling around the top of my back windshield. A couple of weeks later, while washing my car, the paint peeled off in…","quote_2_odi":"11648333","quote_2_text":"Paint is coming off the car down to the metal. The paint has been recalled on other Honda vehicles. Paint #NH788P. . Several areas where paint has come off when driving on highways behind other vehicles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2017-sticky-steering-highway","label":"Sticky steering at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 569 total)","source_complaint_count":569,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724228","quote_1_text":"At highway speeds, steering wheel seems to get stuck with minor corrections, then suddenty \"gives way\" causing a dangerous overcorrection which alters the course of the vehicle. Vehicle does not have lane-keeping technology. Widely reported on 10th gen civic forums…","quote_2_odi":"11671203","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel is sticking in my 2017 Civic. This problem happens more frequently after I have been driving for a while and is more common at speeds above 40 mph. The steering wheel will feel \"locked\" in place and require force to turn the wheel. It feels sticky and heavy…","quote_3_odi":"11707034","quote_3_text":"Steering is sticky and jerky Dangerous at high speeds bc it’s difficult to keep the car in the lane because of significant jerking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2018-ac-condenser-evaporator-leak","label":"A/C condenser, compressor, and evaporator leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 603 total)","source_complaint_count":603,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11643420","quote_1_text":"I am the original owner. Had the compressor fail on year 4 (got it replaced)and now in year 6 the evaporator has failed. Dealer inspected and determined both. In Phoenix, AZ with heat advisories throughout the summer it's not safe/healthy to be in the car exposed to…","quote_2_odi":"11611856","quote_2_text":"A/C went out on a road trip. Temperatures were in the 90s. No cold air. When it happened there was a really odd odor that we smelled that made us feel sick and nauseous. Took it to the dealer to look at it. They charged 360 just to look at it. Ended up replacing the…","quote_3_odi":"11656975","quote_3_text":"HONDA RECALL THE 2018 CIVIC FOR AC COMPRESSOR SHAFT SEAL AND THE DEALER REPAIR THE AC SYSTEM 3 TIMES AND THE PROBLEM WAS NOT FIX. ALSO HAS A RECALL FOR A FUEL PUMP MOTOR BUT IM NOT SURE IS WAS CORRECT IT FOR THE OLD OWNER.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2018-bcm-battery-drain","label":"Body control module failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 603 total)","source_complaint_count":603,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11595369","quote_1_text":"Body control module constantly fails and begins to parasitically drain the battery of the vehicle. I've had to swap the body control module twice now after it has failed shortly after the warranty period. This is not as serious as other issue but having the battery…","quote_2_odi":"11623284","quote_2_text":"1) Caused by faulty Body Control Module (BCM). 2) Can't enter car, key fob won't unlock car. Dashboard is illuminated when car is off, I can see it through my window. 3) Alarm horn went on when car is off. 4) Turn on my car, multiple errors, go to drive the car…","quote_3_odi":"11636200","quote_3_text":"Car battery died 3 times. Bought new battery after it being towed 2 times. 500. Door handle had to be replaced labor and costs over one thousand dollars. September 2024 bought used. This should be a recall.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2018-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall 23V858 stall and parts backorder","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 603 total)","source_complaint_count":603,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11665518","quote_1_text":"Honda issued a recall for the fuel pump system. Initially, when the recall came out, I contacted them about the recall they stated that the parts were on back order and they had a waiting list of people who were supposed to be serviced first. It took about five months…","quote_2_odi":"11659304","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000…","quote_3_odi":"11640948","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated the vehicle was difficult to start. The local dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2018-sticky-steering-rack","label":"Sticky steering and rack/pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 603 total)","source_complaint_count":603,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11675263","quote_1_text":"Rack and Pinion steering failure. Sticking, hard to make wheel adjustments. loss of steering control. issue confirmed but Honda Dealership. Honda Dealership contacted Honda North America and was rejected as warranty issue. repair will exceed $7500. This issue…","quote_2_odi":"11674936","quote_2_text":"My complaint is similar to most of the other ones shown here. Notchy steering. I took it to the dealer. They told me that the steering rack was bad and needed to be replaced. How much? $6500! The car has under 30,000 miles on it. Got to give the service rep credit. He…","quote_3_odi":"11669255","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel sticks, creating an issue to keep vehicle driving in a straight line. Alignment is not out, having to bump the steering wheel back and forth to stay in lane. Feeling of \"dropout\" in the steering driving at higher rates of speed. No warning lights or…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-ac-evaporator-failure","label":"A/C evaporator leak and cabin cooling loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11675912","quote_1_text":"AIR CONDITIONING EVAPORATOR DIED AT 86,000 MILES.","quote_2_odi":"11666642","quote_2_text":"The AC Compressor failed and has been leaking refrigerant. I went to Honda of Chantilly to get it fixed. They contacted American Honda who stated that on my Carfax I have a branded title. I called the Maryland MVA who confirmed that my…","quote_3_odi":"11592162","quote_3_text":"Recall for A/C components was serviced. Less than a year later, Evaporator for A/C experiencing same issue. Dealership doesn't want to warranty, asking for $1500, even though evaporator experiencing same issue as recalled components…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-electrical-no-start-battery-drain","label":"No-start, alarm, and battery drain events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11665531","quote_1_text":"While driving the dash showed a \"12 volt battery charging system problem.\" Continued to drive to a safe location roughly a mile down the road and while enroute all the error lights illuminated and proceeded to state \"Tire Pressure Monitor…","quote_2_odi":"11603440","quote_2_text":"My car started sounding its alarm at 2:30am on its own. After shutting the alarm off and letting it run, I turned it off and entered my house. It repeated five minutes later. I went to drive the car later that day and the battery was…","quote_3_odi":"11600244","quote_3_text":"An internal module was not working properly causing the car to not shut off properly and drain the battery. The car alarm would also go off randomly. It was causing there to be issues with starting the car and concern when driving due to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-fuel-pump-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall 23V858 parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11653420","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11624151","quote_2_text":"Our local dealer, Hall Honda in Virginia Beach VA has not been able to repair this recall in a timely manner. It has been over 6 mo. This is the only place I could find to report a complaint. Your website does not make it clear where to go…","quote_3_odi":"11589550","quote_3_text":"Recall on fuel pump; multiple dealers do not have the replacement piece, they say \"you can but don't call other dealers.\" I made an appointment over the phone to fix said recall, finally a dealer didn't say they were out of the part. I show…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-fuel-pump-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and no-start events","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11669625","quote_1_text":"When trying to start the car the car won't turn over. When it finally does start and i am driving it seems to lose power as if it wants to shut down. Im afraid to drive long distances. I looked up recalls based on my vin however nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11631283","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP INOPERABLE CAUSING MY CAR TO START AND STALL WHILE DRIVING. NEED THIS REPLACED ASAP!","quote_3_odi":"11608279","quote_3_text":"The car stalls randomly when turning on, and it just cranks but doesn't start. This has happened to me 6 times already. I took it to Braman Honda Dealer in Miami and they said that because it is not happening \"now\" referring to the time of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-spontaneous-glass-shatter","label":"Rear windshield or sunroof shattered without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11649407","quote_1_text":"The damage was to my rear windshield on my 2019 Honda Civic LX. The incident happened on March 19th 2025 at 5:30 PM while at a stop light. I heard a big bang or pop and initially thought that a big rock had been thrown at my car and…","quote_2_odi":"11613672","quote_2_text":"I am writing to express my concern regarding a serious issue I encountered with my vehicle. On September 9th while driving, the sunroof of my car spontaneously shattered without any apparent cause or impact. I did not see or hear anything…","quote_3_odi":"11582738","quote_3_text":"Rear windshield spontaneously shattered while I was driving on the highway. There was no debris or collision. The car has never been in an accident or subject to any internal or external physical force or damage.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-steering-rack-replacement","label":"Steering rack/gearbox failure diagnosed by dealer","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11667993","quote_1_text":"I took my vehicle into the local Honda dealer service department and they told me they would have to replace the entire steering gearbox at a cost of $4,250.00 due to a manufacturing defect. They said my car is out of warranty range at…","quote_2_odi":"11659956","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact stated that whenever the steering wheel was turned to the left or right there was a…","quote_3_odi":"11643639","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel failed to turn in the intended direction. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel to the left or the right…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering at highway and low speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11671537","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2019 Honda Civic Sport, the steering wheel frequently sticks or feels like it slips when making slight adjustments or turning. This is especially noticeable at highway speeds and during low-speed turns. It requires…","quote_2_odi":"11665937","quote_2_text":"When driving on the highway (over 40mph) the steering wheel sticks making small corrections difficult. It feels like once the steering wheel is left in an orientation for more than 1 second something grabs the steering column and holds it…","quote_3_odi":"11574389","quote_3_text":"Steering get sticky and jerky after driving for 15-20 minutes. The steering wheel seems to get stuck for a second and then trying to slightly correct, jerks the vehicle around in the lane. It feels like there are notches in the steering…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2019-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates with no obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 355 total)","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-02","quote_1_odi":"11593786","quote_1_text":"I was stopped at a red light in the left-hand turn lane, waiting to turn left. Light turned green and I accelerated turning left. The car suddenly braked with no car or obstruction in my path. No collision mitigation light warnings came on…","quote_2_odi":"11583952","quote_2_text":"While car in sport mode in center lane of a three lane road at 45mph traffic ahead by over 300ft began gently slowing down to +/- 25mph Extreme braking was automatically applied w/o driver input, \"BRAKE\" message was displayed flashing on…","quote_3_odi":"11563932","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions, at least 10, my automatic braking detector system has engaged when no other cars were in front of me or around me on the road. It has happened while driving in the city at slow speeds, on the highway at 70-80mph, and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-ac-condenser-evaporator-leak","label":"A/C condenser and evaporator refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11738352","quote_1_text":"I am writing to file a complaint regarding the air conditioning system failure in my 2020 Honda Civic Sport. The air conditioner in my vehicle began blowing hot air instead of cold air. I took the vehicle to Honda for inspection and paid $545.15 to have the system recharged and dye inserted…","quote_2_odi":"11663813","quote_2_text":"The evaporator in my 2020 Honda Civic failed without warning, causing the air conditioning system to stop blowing cold air. This posed a safety risk, especially in hot weather, as it affected driver comfort and increased the chance of fatigue or distraction…","quote_3_odi":"11677012","quote_3_text":"The A/C system failed due to contamination from the ac condenser and compressor shaft seal leaking. It was inspected at Hardin Honda dealership and confirmed these systems were leaking and the entire system was contaminated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-airbag-seat-sensor-recall-delay","label":"Seat weight sensor recall 24V064 parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11697486","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Honda Civic's passenger seat weight sensor failed due to an internal electrical failure. This is an officially diagnosed issue from a Honda Dealership. This put's my passenger's at risk as the airbags will not deploy due to the sensor not reading the passenger's weight…","quote_2_odi":"11681602","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…","quote_3_odi":"11587688","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-bcm-self-activation-battery-drain","label":"Ignition self-activation, alarm, and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11587772","quote_1_text":"The body control module is failing, read multiple posts online and Honda is not fixing it. My alarm goes off and I cannot turn it off, have to use my key. The vehicle powers up on its own into accessory mode when parked, vehicle off and no key fob in the car…","quote_2_odi":"11711747","quote_2_text":"vehicle turns on in to accessory mode, does not allow me to turn off vehicle sometimes car turns on at night by itself, alarm goes off when parked and locked","quote_3_odi":"11509222","quote_3_text":"Can turn engine off but goes into accessories mode and cannot be turned off. Drains battery. This has happened repeatedly. Only option is to disconnect battery every time after you drive and reconnect before starting. Also, navigation goes blank/black while driving.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-clutch-slip-failure","label":"Manual clutch slip and failure (TSB 22-017)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11701267","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Civic Si had a total clutch failure at <32,000 miles matching TSB22-017 exactly. The vehicle failed to accelerate on a major interstate. The posted speed limit is 65 mph. While attempting to reach that speed the vehicle was revving at >6000RPM in all gears…","quote_2_odi":"11562457","quote_2_text":"TSB 22-017 failing clutch on all M/T civic 2020&2021. Failed on highway almost caused severe accident. Honda is refusing to repair/replace under warranty.","quote_3_odi":"11620904","quote_3_text":"Clutch has begun slipping very badly at 40,000 miles, sometimes to the point of not being able to accelerate. It is worse at highway speeds. There is a known service bulletin 22-017 outlining this issue…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-fuel-pump-stall-no-start","label":"Fuel pump stall and no-start, recall VIN exclusion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11716683","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump issue. There is an active recall for this make and model but this vin isn't included. The car will be fine and either completely shut down or once parked it won't restart. After about an hour it will start and be fine. We took to a local mechanic who diagnosed the fuel pump…","quote_2_odi":"11668117","quote_2_text":"Both fuel pumps failed and were replaced. The parts were saved for inspection upon request. My car shut down while I was accelerating on the entry ramp to a major highway. If it had not been for my skilled driving and fast thinking, a major accident with injuries would have occurred…","quote_3_odi":"11630228","quote_3_text":"Today my 19 year old daughter was driving and her car just died in the middle of the road. And it wouldn't start back up. It finally did start and she was able to pull over out of traffic. This is a huge safety issue and about the 20th time this has happened to my daughter…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-spontaneous-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof or rear windshield shattered without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11700290","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while sitting in the vehicle with the vehicle turned off, the contact heard a pop. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear windshield had cracked without impact. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11518106","quote_2_text":"Yesterday I was driving my 2020 civic when my sunroof exploded spontaneously. I have dash cam(front and rear facing video) showing exactly what happened. No debris hit the car, no bumps were hit, and driving conditions were perfect…","quote_3_odi":"11537741","quote_3_text":"Sunroof made loud noise and suddenly shattered without any warning while on freeway.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky and notchy electronic power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11731161","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the steering wheel became sticky and jerked while turning in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the electronic steering rack…","quote_2_odi":"11685838","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel becomes \"sticky\" and requires more force than usual to move it to the right or left. This is particularly noticeable when driving in a straight line, and the issue becomes apparent after driving for roughly 10 minutes. This causes an overcorrection when making minor…","quote_3_odi":"11628869","quote_3_text":"Steering sticks to one side, especially at highway speeds. For example, if you're going around a left hand curve, you can let go of the wheel and the car will continue turning left. When changing the steering direction at highway speeds, especially to maintain lane position, the steering…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2020-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 212 total)","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11705453","quote_1_text":"The collision mitigation braking system consistently detects objects in the road and forcibly brakes when the road ahead of me is completely empty. This has happened 4 or 5 times just in the last year. The first time it happened I was driving on a completely empty road when the CMBS activated…","quote_2_odi":"11617341","quote_2_text":"CMBS automatically and unexpectedly deploys for no reason: there is no car or obstacle in front of the car. This has happened multiple times. I have taken the car to the dealer twice with this complaint and they were unable to duplicate the issue…","quote_3_odi":"11565076","quote_3_text":"WHEN RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT THE SPEED OF 70 MPH THE CAR SLAMMED ON BRAKES ALL BY ITSELF, ALMOST CAME TO A STOP AND THEN EVERYTHING WENT BACK TO NORMAL . i AM AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION OF THE CAR…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2021-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Airbag recall 24V064 repair parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696081","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11586337","quote_2_text":"I have contacted Honda Dealer and Customer Service in regards to NHTSA Recall Number 24V-064. Honda is declining to correct the recall due to shortage in supply of parts. Honda is indicating that only vehicle with the airbag sensor light on are being prioritize. This makes me…","quote_3_odi":"11653808","quote_3_text":"Dealer can not complete recall as they have no parts - I tried 2 times in the last 6 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11583725","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has on numerous occasions performed automatic braking when no cars are near the front. This is causing the car to break abruptly and I'm fearful that a vehicle to the rear of me will collide due to the erratic and forceful application of the breaks.","quote_2_odi":"11558876","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road sunny, dry roads, no vehicles around, car starts flashing brake and slams on break has happened 3 or 4 times. Also, Diver assist warning lights keep coming on with radar obstructed. Honda please do something about this before someone gets hurt. I am a…","quote_3_odi":"11604677","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at approximately 70 MPH, and changing lanes, the Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking system inadvertently activated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2021-sticky-steering","label":"Steering rack binding and sticky on-center feel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738707","quote_1_text":"Steering rack binds and requires extra effort to return to center. Specifically for me, when proceeding on a long curve that requires me to turn my steering wheel left more than like 40 degrees the steering will \"stick\" in place and won't automatically return to center when…","quote_2_odi":"11736942","quote_2_text":"At speeds between 40 and 70 my 2021 Honda Civic EX Hatchback steering feels sticky when making small adjustments. There is a slight resistant in steering when a slight correction is needed. Once that resistant is overcome, the steering wheel jerks in the direction of the…","quote_3_odi":"11735761","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel gets stuck in lock position making the steering wheel feel sticky. Issue happens at highway speeds of around 40-60mph causing to overcorrect while driving.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2022-clutch-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 873 total)","source_complaint_count":873,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11666110","quote_1_text":"Clutch failed at 45000 miles due to early wear. Clutch failed on interstate and resulted in full power loss of vehicle requiring a tow. Honda had previously identified a manufacturing defect with the friction plate as noted in SB-22017 issued in Sept 2022 covering MY 2020 and…","quote_2_odi":"11693198","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has 42,070 miles on it. It was being driven and suddenly the clutch started to slip. Then, when trying to pull away after a stop, the vehicle only was able to travel at 8 miles/hour in first gear. No messages were received before the clutch failed. Vehicle was towed…","quote_3_odi":"11697346","quote_3_text":"Car won't go into gear. Unable to drive. Smoke smell inside cabin. Dealer states likely a clutch/clutch plate issue. Apparently, reported on previous year model with a tsb but not on the 2022 one. Need to tow car to dealership now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2022-false-collision-braking","label":"Forward collision braking and ADAS warning activations","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 873 total)","source_complaint_count":873,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11583874","quote_1_text":"On multiple occaisions the forward collision braking system has engaged erroniously while traveling on highways or interstates. Sudden heavy braking in these scenarios is disorienting and puts my at higher risk of rear end collision and of traction loss. The Honda dealer has…","quote_2_odi":"11637693","quote_2_text":"As you are driving the the car will just say (Brake) on the dash and will quickly apply the brakes when going slow and it's happened at speeds around 65 mph. With the cruise control on. Took car into Honda dealership no issues they said","quote_3_odi":"11592036","quote_3_text":"All of the lights come on periodically (lane departure can't be used, it says braking system error, it says braking system could be decreased and says to have car serviced) I've taken it to the dealership once and they could not replicate it and said it could be a sensor but…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2022-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack damage and loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 873 total)","source_complaint_count":873,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740543","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact stated that while turning in either direction the steering wheel had experienced jerking and sticking. The vehcile was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet…","quote_2_odi":"11708264","quote_2_text":"My steering has a very bad clunk, i have been told my honda and other technician that rack and pinion is internally damaged. I waited for the recall and when i went in for my recall honda only added grease which stopped my steering to stick but the damage has been done, because…","quote_3_odi":"11676296","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? My steering rack is damaged and needs replacement (confirmed by Honda Dealership). This causes the steering wheel to get stuck into place (mainly left side). To dislodge it you…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2022-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering and fluctuating steering torque","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 873 total)","source_complaint_count":873,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11669737","quote_1_text":"Sticky Steering & Fluctuating Steering Torque. Car loses control due to this steering problem. There was a recall for this problem (SJS 2022-25 Civic EPS Grbx Greasing Saf Rec). Dealer repaired the recall but the issue came after short period of time. So the the repair was not…","quote_2_odi":"11692957","quote_2_text":"While driving on a regular basis steering wheel is sticking. Have to jerk the wheel to get it unstuck. It is scary when having to jerk wheel and not lose control when it unsticks. Took it to dealership advised needs new steering rack for almost $4000.","quote_3_odi":"11704577","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic. The contact stated that the steering wheel felt sticky while driving and making turns. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000(Steering) was performed; however, the failure persisted…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-adas-warning-system-malfunction","label":"ADAS and forward collision system warning malfunctions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-01 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712093","quote_1_text":"Phantom braking when there is no cars or anything on the road. The car would immediately brake out no where. It could cause an accident randomly braking when using cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11561942","quote_2_text":"Under multiple conditions, both intercity highways and two-lane country highways the cars adaptive cruise control with randomly slowdown/brakes extremely hard. In one specific instance I was driving home in the middle of the night with a vehicle behind me and with no other…","quote_3_odi":"11709763","quote_3_text":"In June 2025, while driving at highway speed, multiple warning lights and messages suddenly appeared, including: Brake System Warning, Road Departure Mitigation System Warning, Parking Brake/Brake Hold Warning, and Adaptive Cruise Control Warning. These warnings appeared…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689447","quote_1_text":"On August 11, 2025, the 2023 Honda Civic, VIN # [XXX] , was involved in an accident on the Miami/Gainesville Highway, resulting in a side impact with a truck. Fortunately, nothing serious happened to the health of my son, who was driving the vehicle. However, I am writing to…","quote_2_odi":"11653023","quote_2_text":"So we were in a accident the front right of the bumper was completely destroyed and the airbags didn’t deploy","quote_3_odi":"11570497","quote_3_text":"On 12/03/2023, We were involved in serious accident. During this accident, only driver door air bag was deployed. No other air bags were deployed.My wife was on passenger side. She was seriously injured and hospitalized for several days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-eps-sticky-steering","label":"Electric power steering gearbox sticking at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":138,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576080","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has sticky steering which seems to start or become much more of an issue after driving the car for about 30 minutes. The effort needed to turn the steering wheel increases, especially when making small corrections like freeway driving. The issue starts become very…","quote_2_odi":"11559818","quote_2_text":"Steering in a straight line has become virtually impossible. The Steering Wheel feels \"stuck\" in position when driving straight or even at a slight curve, with no self-centering or smooth motion. In order to correct, I have to push the steering out of its stuck position and as a…","quote_3_odi":"11554275","quote_3_text":"When driving either in a straight line or in a turn, the EPS (electronic power steering) motor fails to sufficiently adhere to driver input (left or right turn). Problem was witnessed by service manager Tony Rocha of Ed Morse Honda 3790 W Blue Heron Blvd, Riviera Beach, FL…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-hatchback-water-intrusion","label":"Rear hatch water intrusion into cargo area","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-05 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11579074","quote_1_text":"Rear hatchback fills internally with water and only drains when tailgate is raised. Standing water and freeze/thaw cycle has potential to damage electrical components (taillights, rear camera, license plate light, rear defroster, rear wiper). This issue has been confirmed by…","quote_2_odi":"11571113","quote_2_text":"Rear hatch holds water inside after rain","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-head-gasket-failure","label":"Premature head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734647","quote_1_text":"The headgasket failed prematurely at 76,000 miles causing coolant to begin leaking out of the vehicle. The safety of myself and others is put at risk because a head gasket blowing caused the car to lose power on the way home from work which has caused me to have to slow down and…","quote_2_odi":"11742830","quote_2_text":"Premature Head Gasket Failure at 75,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-lane-departure-camera-recalibration","label":"Lane departure and driver assistance camera recalibration failures","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-01 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666985","quote_1_text":"In December 2024 I started having issue with my driver assistant technologies. My driver assistant technologies lights started flashing . As they were flashing none of my assistant technologies were working. When they finally went off it gave me a message to call the dealer.…","quote_2_odi":"11635477","quote_2_text":"I get a random warning that is an issue with the braking system and the Brake light comes on. The lane departure and cruise control is shut off while the vehicle is in motion. There is a sudden and unexpected drop in speed when the cruise control is shut off by the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2023-steering-recall-parts-delay","label":"Steering recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04 (200 most-recent of 251 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11627579","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11633708","quote_2_text":"I am writing to report a critical safety concern regarding the recall of the steering system on my 2023 Honda Civic Sport Hatchback. Honda has informed me that the repair will not be available until July 6, 2025—an unacceptably long delay for such…","quote_3_odi":"11645880","quote_3_text":"I received a recall notice for my vehicle in November 2024, and immediately called Honda to schedule an appointment for repair.  My original date for the recall repair was scheduled for 12/7/24.  Days before the repair was scheduled to take place, Honda called me to cancel my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2024-steering-rack-recall-parts","label":"Steering recall repair parts unavailability (24V744000)","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652998","quote_1_text":"Safety recall notice received in November, 2024.  Called dealership (AutoNation Honda) November 27 to make appointment for repair and was told the necessary part was not in stock and would receive a call back.  Upon not hearing back, contacted dealership again on 12/16, with no…","quote_2_odi":"11621709","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and another dealer, Nalley Honda (4197 Jonesboro Rd, Union City, GA 30291)…","quote_3_odi":"11626917","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and going around a curve to the right, the steering wheel seized and the vehicle failed to respond as needed, causing the vehicle to become involved in a head-on crash with another vehicle on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2024-sticky-steering-eps","label":"Sticky or notchy EPS steering at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11568746","quote_1_text":"Starting at roughly 3,000 - 4,000 miles, while going 55mph - 65mph and after driving for about half an hour / 30 minutes, the steering become sticky and no longer has a smooth operation or freely steering. The steering wheel slightly sticks to the left for a sec then releases…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-adas-phantom-brake","label":"Adaptive cruise control and CMBS phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-09-16 → 2026-03-25","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683272","quote_1_text":"While utilizing adaptive cruise control in clear weather, the system will harshly brake when there are no obstacles or vehicles ahead. I have almost been rear ended on numerous occasions due to unexpected braking while at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11699546","quote_2_text":"While driving on Rt.119 through Uniontown PA, I was going 60-65 mph on a four lane road passing a cat on the right. I was about 3/4 of the way passing the car when three emergency braking kicked in and applied full braking.   The road was straight, there was no vehicle or other…","quote_3_odi":"11729909","quote_3_text":"This vehicle suffers from phantom braking. With the adaptive cruise control set, at times, in the display of the instrument cluster, the display shows a semi, motorcycle or car that is not there in real life. When this happens the car applies the brakes and starts slowing down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal going to floor with loss of stopping ability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02-13 → 2026-03-24","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717887","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed into a parking spot, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle failed to come to a stop. The vehicle drove over a parking median in front and struck a tree. The contact then attempted to…","quote_2_odi":"11727130","quote_2_text":"As I depressed the brake, I felt some pressure, but then all of a sudden it went straight to the ground, which caused my car to go over a landscape median, and hit the tree in the middle of it, causing my car to hit a stationary vehicle on the other side to the right, which…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-fuel-pump-recall-parts","label":"Recall 24V-763 and 24V-744 parts availability delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10-28 → 2025-03-20","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11637498","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Honda Civic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…","quote_2_odi":"11630032","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V763000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 24V744000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repairs was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_3_odi":"11649106","quote_3_text":"Car was purchased new on Jan 16,2025. On Feb 25,2025 the car spontaneously burst into flames while driving on the highway during rush hour traffic. Car was pulled over to the center median and exited while flames were engulfing the passenger seat. Fire department responded and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-fuel-pump-stall-misfire","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure, stall, and misfire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02-01 → 2025-12-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640054","quote_1_text":"New Honda Civic 2025, 2000 miles. Noticed sudden very rough idling and concerns for stalling upon rough start. No abnormal dash lights or warnings appeared for the duration of the incident. Took to Honda dealer and confirmed issue, inspection found active misfires on all four…","quote_2_odi":"11702266","quote_2_text":"On November 5, 2025 a few dash errors came on, they were: 1. Brake hold system problem 2. Vehicle stability assist problem 3. Emission system problem 4. Road departure mitigation system problem 5. Collision mitigation system problem 6. Lane keeping assist system problem 7.…","quote_3_odi":"11704419","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden and complete loss of engine power while driving in active NYC traffic.  Without any warning lights or prior symptoms, the engine shut off mid-motion, the accelerator became unresponsive, and the car stopped moving in the middle of a busy roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-glass-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and rear window glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08-21 → 2026-08-15","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682130","quote_1_text":"While driving down the highway, my sunroof suddenly and unexpectedly shattered without any external impact with no warning. My safety was put at risk because the glass exploded all over me and could’ve caused an accident had I been around other drivers","quote_2_odi":"11731968","quote_2_text":"I was driving merging onto the freeway and my sunroof completely shattered, no car was in front of me so, nor was I driving under a bridge, it just completely shattered. Looking as if someone grabbed a hammer or punched it, I know a rock wouldn’t shatter it, maybe crack but no…","quote_3_odi":"11749491","quote_3_text":"The rear windshield imploded upon itself","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-lane-assist-crash","label":"Lane departure assist involvement in crashes","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05-13 → 2026-06-29","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742613","quote_1_text":"i was driving on the highway with lane assist on and i can feel it correcting me even though it wasn’t needing to be but i thought maybe i was driving a little bad but then i contirue to drive with it on and i instantly get jerked to the left like if it saw something and swerved…","quote_2_odi":"11737354","quote_2_text":"Accident happened while driving on a two-way county road without center lane markings. The driver was leaning to the right of the road. The lane keep assisting overcorrected to the left hitting a culvert. Upon the crash the seat unlocked from its position and slid towards the…","quote_3_odi":"11739895","quote_3_text":"During normal driving in rainy conditions, I experienced a sudden and unexpected loss of vehicle control involving steering behavior. At the time of the incident, the lane-keeping/driver-assist system was active, and I had both hands on the steering wheel while actively…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic","model_slug":"civic","cluster_id":"civic-2025-steering-rack-sticky","label":"Steering rack sticking, binding, and seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-12-10 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754484","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel started sticking and was difficult to turn to the left or the right. The steering wheel had almost seized. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); as a possible cause…","quote_2_odi":"11742750","quote_2_text":"2025 Honda Civic Hatchback experiencing dangerous mechanical binding, sticking, and notching in the steering column. The defect is strictly thermal, escalating significantly in extreme Arizona heat and/ or after driving for a prolonged duration. This requires excessive driver…","quote_3_odi":"11723498","quote_3_text":"The electric power steering is malfunctioning.  At highway speeds, steering becomes sticky.  It is difficult to make small adjustments (such as to stay within the lane), leading to overcorrections to compensate.  I worry that the stickiness and associated overcompensation may…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/civic","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2022-adas-unintended-activation","label":"ADAS unintended braking and lane assist intervention","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04-27 → 2024-02-26","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11519306","quote_1_text":"Car has braked multiple times randomly when using ACC when nothing was in front of the vehicle. Emergency braking has activated once randomly and another time for a pedestrian on the sidewalk.  The lane departure should be turned off as it will yank the wheel from your hand and…","quote_2_odi":"11574110","quote_2_text":"Steering is \"notchy\" and seems to stick. It is most noticable at highway speeds where small left and right movements are very difficult to make, feeling like I am fighting the steering to keep the car from wandering around in the lane.   The cruise control shuts off randomly and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2022-airbag-seatbelt","label":"Air bag non-deployment and seatbelt retraction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01-12 → 2025-11-15","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11501494","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel airbag did not deploy at impact but knee airbags deployed  Airbag in steering wheel did not deploy when impact occurred  Vehicle is currently at body collision shop under review and inspection Currently being inspected at body collision No known warning lamp or…","quote_2_odi":"11699545","quote_2_text":"Seatbelt will not retract properly ever","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2022-engine-powertrain-failure","label":"Engine failure and powertrain loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03-23 → 2026-02-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716058","quote_1_text":"The head gasket was failing and the spark plugs were enduring spark blowout and the car was misfiring occasionally I tried entering the highway and as I was merging to the highway and getting up to speed the car suddenly starting flashing the check engine light and wouldn’t…","quote_2_odi":"11514487","quote_2_text":"I was commuting to work when my engine experienced catastrophic failure and was stuck on the interstate. Prior to this, the engine was making audible \"ticking\" sounds which are indicative of rod bearing failure. This happens from poorly lubricated parts and is a direct result of…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2022-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Steering recall parts availability delay","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-10 → 2025-03-28","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651330","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Civic SI. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (STEERING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel independently…","quote_2_odi":"11629805","quote_2_text":"What sense does it make to issue recalls on cars and then there are no parts available to repair the vehicle.  When you contact manufacture to get car repaired. There are not parts available nor can they tell you when they may even have.  So okay I have an issue with my car but…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2022-sticky-steering","label":"Electric power steering stickiness at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2023-01-20 → 2026-02-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11568489","quote_1_text":"Steering on this car will stick in position.  Look it up online there are many many people describing it.  It's like the steering racks are too tight or the electric boost isn't sensing properly.  Requires more effort to initiate an input then it unsticks and you overcorrect.  A…","quote_2_odi":"11564050","quote_2_text":"On highways when the car is at 50-60 mph speed, the steering sticks at 12 o'clock position. I cannot make a micro turn left or right because the steering is just stuck there. To release it, I have to put more efforts to sort of \"unlock\" it from its position","quote_3_odi":"11512795","quote_3_text":"When driving above 35 MPH, the steering becomes \"notchy\" or \"sticky.\" For example, when driving straight, the steering wheel will be stuck in the neutral position even when force is applied to the wheel. It takes more force than usual to finally \"unstick\" the steering wheel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2023-rear-windshield-shattering","label":"Spontaneous rear windshield shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11643925","quote_1_text":"The rear windshield on my 2023 Honda Civic suddenly shattered so heavily that I could not see through it. Absolutely nothing hit it to cause the shatter. Soon after, the whole windshield broke and glass went all over the backseat of my car.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Si","model_slug":"civic-si","cluster_id":"civic-si-2023-sticky-steering-eps","label":"EPS sticky/stiff steering at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11574163","quote_1_text":"When driving on the highway and speeds exceeding 40-45 mph, the steering wheel becomes, \"sticky\". The steering wheel sticks to one direction and will not move unless you forcefully turn the wheel. It takes more effort to make minor adjustments to the steering wheel than a traditional car…","quote_2_odi":"11565098","quote_2_text":"The power steering sometimes randomly fails and locks the wheel in position. It is similar to when the vehicle is stopped at a complete stop with the auto start/stop on and the car shuts off. It takes a significant amount of force to get the wheel to move.","quote_3_odi":"11714647","quote_3_text":"While driving I'm having difficulting staying in the center of my lane because my steering wheel is not allowing minor steering adjustments without sticking in place temporarily.  I need to apply more pressure than expected to turn the wheel before it unsticks.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/civic-si","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-ac-system-failure","label":"A/C compressor, condenser, and evaporator failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11606413","quote_1_text":"This car has an air conditioning issue. Last year the air conditioning stopped working. took it to the honda dealership and they found an issue with the condenser and seals. they fixed it free of charge due to the extended warranty honda put out","quote_2_odi":"11608495","quote_2_text":"A/C Evaporator went bad. Dealership already replaced other A/C components as part of extended warranty/recalls. However, the evaporator is not covered by the extended warranty","quote_3_odi":"11571656","quote_3_text":"My AC system would not blow cold and the blower made a noise. Dealer replaced condenser under extended warranty in May 2023. Same problem is occurring now less than 9 months later","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-adas-warning-errors","label":"Driver-assist and collision mitigation warning errors","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11652900","quote_1_text":"I am noticing intermittent issues with ADAS with all the following errors pop up at once. The issue comes on randomly and goes back to normal randomly","quote_2_odi":"11552142","quote_2_text":"Keep receiving LKAS, Adaptive Cruise Control and collision mitigation errors on my car. Started once every few months and would reset after the car would be turned off and on. Now, the warning stays on. Both sensor areas are clean and unobstructed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-bcm-battery-drain","label":"Body control module failure with battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11677057","quote_1_text":"The Body Control Module (BCM) is faulty and causes the alarm to go off on its own, lights inside the cluster glitch turning on by itself and drains the battery even with the key fob nowhere near its vicinity when off. Sometimes does not recognize the key fob","quote_2_odi":"11603798","quote_2_text":"BCM module in the 2017 Civics seem to have constant Parasitic Battery Drain issues that are not being addressed by Honda. My battery died and was replaced, drain continue on a daily basis. Was able to trace to BCM module","quote_3_odi":"11597311","quote_3_text":"Body control module/ECU had to be reset at dealership and possible replacement in near future. Glitch occurred and cut power to hazards, turn signals, lights, door locks, etc. during operation of vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-engine-oil-dilution","label":"Engine oil dilution and internal engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11628130","quote_1_text":"The chain stretched and camshaft tensioner had to be replaced. The tech said this could only happen with low or insufficient oil, but every oil change on this car was done on time","quote_2_odi":"11630265","quote_2_text":"Cold start up issue where VTC Actuator is rattling and or grinding. This could potentially cause engine failure while starting or driving the vehicle. No check engine light or oil light. VTC Rattle/Grind occurred for 3-4 seconds and then stopped","quote_3_odi":"11541796","quote_3_text":"One of the piston rods broke and went through the block. Oil had heavy odor of gasoline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-fuel-injector-pump","label":"Fuel injector and fuel pump failure with stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11561089","quote_1_text":"Fuel injectors failing before 65,000 miles, causing cylinder 1, 2, and 3 misfires consistently. This problem is known by Honda, but was never recalled. This is on all of the 1.5L engine models sold after 2016","quote_2_odi":"11600459","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving at slow speeds through a parking area, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, after which the vehicle failed to restart. The contact stated that the warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11550060","quote_3_text":"My fuel injectors have failed for the second time today. The first time they failed at 54k miles and the second time they failed at 94k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and flaking around rear window","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11628005","quote_1_text":"The paint is peeling around the back window. Down to the primer/metal. I first noticed it around 3/15/2022. It first started to bubble. Now it's flaking off. The color of the vehicle is Modern Steel Metallic","quote_2_odi":"11631680","quote_2_text":"Paint and finish bubbling and peeling on hood, roof, some on trunk. In the worst spots paint is worn away down to the metal, creating rusting hazard. On hood, peeled paint can blow onto the windshield, interfering with vision and distracting the driver","quote_3_odi":"11581604","quote_3_text":"The paint began flaking off in dime size chunks after a car wash. primarily around the back windshield but also around the gas door cover. I brought it to a body shop to be checked on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2017-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":523,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11669295","quote_1_text":"The steering is sticky, especially when driving on the highway in a straight line. It feels as though the steering wheel is locked and you have to apply extra pressure to free it. This can cause the car to jerk and oversteer. It feels very unsafe","quote_2_odi":"11616300","quote_2_text":"The steering tends to stick when driving at highway speeds. This issue makes small steering movements jerky and causes over corrections","quote_3_odi":"11671830","quote_3_text":"The steering feels like it is sticking, having to correct it all the time to keep a lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2018-ac-compressor-evaporator","label":"Air conditioning compressor, condenser, or evaporator failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11653555","quote_1_text":"The air conditioning (AC) system in my 2018 Honda Civic has malfunctioned. Initially, the AC compressor failed and was replaced under warranty in 2018. However, the AC never functioned properly afterward. Recently, the AC failed completely, and the dealership diagnosed a…","quote_2_odi":"11606442","quote_2_text":"My AC system in my 2018 Honda has now failed twice under 80000 miles. The first time the compressor and condenser were leaking and failed around 50000 miles which the dealership said was due to a new refrigerant that Honda had started using for this generation of civics…","quote_3_odi":"11594974","quote_3_text":"AC leaking Freon inside cabin. AC unit leaking Freon in atmosphere. My car’s AC unit started blowing hot air instead on AC cold air. Making it dangerous to stay and operate the vehicle while high temperatures here in California. I was told at Honda dealer that there are…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2018-body-control-module","label":"Body control module failure causing battery drain or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11667796","quote_1_text":"Body Control Module The part was detected by Honda agency and they changed it because the battery was discharging. This Honda part already had problems with another model, but I don't want to admit that it also has them with the Civic models. The repair has a cost of $1000","quote_2_odi":"11595369","quote_2_text":"Body control module constantly fails and begins to parasitically drain the battery of the vehicle. I've had to swap the body control module twice now after it has failed shortly after the warranty period. This is not as serious as other issue but having the battery drained at…","quote_3_odi":"11623284","quote_3_text":"1) Caused by faulty Body Control Module (BCM). 2) Can't enter car, key fob won't unlock car. Dashboard is illuminated when car is off, I can see it through my window. 3) Alarm horn went on when car is off. 4) Turn on my car, multiple errors, go to drive the car thinking I need…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2018-cyl4-misfire-water-intrusion","label":"Cylinder 4 misfire from hood scoop water intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11740562","quote_1_text":"It is a common issue on the Honda Civic Type R from 2017 to 2021 in which water will leak through the hood scoop causing water to drip onto cylinder 4 causing a misfire. Misfire No. 4 Cylinder (DTC P0304). There is a TSB for it under 25-062 for this same issue. Water could…","quote_2_odi":"11600424","quote_2_text":"Multiple misfires and rich fuel codes. Car losses acceleration at high speeds creating safety issue. Faulty fuel injectors. No current recall. Vehicle goes into limp mode.","quote_3_odi":"11642951","quote_3_text":"Engine failure while driving down the highway. Was able to safely get off the highway without being able to accelerate. Car was towed to the Honda dealership where all the maintenance has been done. They said the car had a cylinder misfire and would need the engine replaced. It…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2018-fuel-pump-recall-parts","label":"Fuel pump recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11669881","quote_1_text":"I own a 2018 Honda Civic that is subject to an open fuel pump recall. My vehicle suddenly became completely inoperable. When attempting to start the car, all of the dashboard lights come on, but the engine will not start or crank. The vehicle has power but will not turn over at…","quote_2_odi":"11625424","quote_2_text":"I was informed of recall on my 2018 Honda Civic. I have called my local dealership - Lees Summit Honda, since receiving the recall notification. I was told there was a national shortage on parts and my vehicle could not be fixed and to call back next month. I have been calling…","quote_3_odi":"11633908","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Civic. The contact stated while driving on a decline of a public garage road and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle stalled. The contact continuously depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond, and the power steering became…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Civic Type R","model_slug":"civic-type-r","cluster_id":"civic-type-r-2018-steering-rack-sticking","label":"Electric power steering sticking or binding at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11678465","quote_1_text":"The electric power steering (EPS) system failed/malfunctioned this past week. When going over 35 mph my steering wheel would become \"knotchy/jerky\" and lock up and be difficult to turn. As a result, I took it to Honda to which they stated my whole rack and pinion needed total…","quote_2_odi":"11650967","quote_2_text":"sticky/notchy steering - this issue is the same as what is widely reported and already recalled on 11th generation honda civic and acura models. very widely reported in online forums and message boards. acknowledged by dealer service departments with recommended action of…","quote_3_odi":"11600488","quote_3_text":"The electric power steering rack assembly is malfunctioning. The steering wheel becomes stuck while driving and high force is required to free the steering wheel to enable turning. This can repeat rapidly and can be very clearly heard with an audible knocking noise. This issue…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/civic-type-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2007-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":887,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11033213","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE PRECEDING VEHICLE STOPPED ABRUPTLY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO REAR END THE VEHICLE. THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF","quote_2_odi":"11098660","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2007 HONDA CR-V. WHILE AT A STOP, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE TO CRASH IN","quote_3_odi":"11301281","quote_3_text":"THREE DAYS AGO MY DAUGHTER HAS A CAR ACCIDENT. HER CAR WAS HIT AND THE OTHER DRIVER LEFT THE SCENE. SINCE THEN THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2007-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failures and lock malfunctions","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":887,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11541491","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated the front and rear passenger’s side doors failed to latch securely. T","quote_2_odi":"11524010","quote_2_text":"Passenger Door Lock Actuators are not working properly on front passenger and rear doors. Doors may be unlocked from the outside or inside but will imme","quote_3_odi":"11015888","quote_3_text":"FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LOCK WILL NOT STAY UNLOCKED AFTER BEING ACTIVATED FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR PASSENGER SIDE. THIS POSES A SAFETY PROBLEM SHOULD THE FRONT PASSENGER NEED TO EXIT THE VEHICLE IN AN E","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2007-rear-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear frame and subframe corrosion recall repairs","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":887,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11757497","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that there was corrosion and frame rust on the vehicle caused by road salt and moisture, which caused the rear of the vehicle to collapse. T","quote_2_odi":"11608043","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud clanking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There w","quote_3_odi":"11526517","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2007 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, an unknown component detached from the vehicle and the vehicle began to steer to the right independently. The contact state","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2007-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall parts delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":887,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11193975","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. SINCE I BOUGHT MY VEHICLE IN AUGUST 18, 2016, MY AIR BAG LIGHT HAS ALWAYS BEEN GOING ON AND O","quote_2_odi":"10925193","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V346000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS","quote_3_odi":"10946773","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2007-transmission-shudder-stall","label":"Power train and transmission shuddering and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":887,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11139394","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUDDERED AND VIBRATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DON JACOBS HO","quote_2_odi":"11102968","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE CAR STALLS AND ACCELERATES UP AND DOWN ON ITS ON OWN. THIS HAPPENS IN MOTION AND WHEN IDLE. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE FOR YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11084824","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION WENT OUT , ITS MAKING A LOUD GROWLING SOUND LIKE A 4 WHEEL DRIVE WITH BIG TIRES. WHEN DRIVING. READ SOME REVIEWS ONLINE. AND THEY ARE ALOT OF PEOPLE COMPLAIN OF SAME PROBLEM. AND CANT SEEM TO GET I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-ac-compressor-failure","label":"A/C compressor clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11534287","quote_1_text":"A/C compressor in 2007-2011 Honda CR-V has a known defect in the A/C compressor clutch. The clutch component of the compressor includes the pulley which turns the compressor motor","quote_2_odi":"11115373","quote_2_text":"AC STOPPED BLOWING COLD AIR. AN INSPECTION INDICATED THE COMPRESSOR HAD STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"11109629","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASE HONDA CRV 2008 2 YEARS AGO AND MY AC WENT AND NOW ONLY BLOWS HOT AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11494332","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag light stays on after the car is started and in motion. Regardless if there is a passenger seated or not","quote_2_odi":"11041998","quote_2_text":"HONDA REPLACED BOTH THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGER FRONT AIRBAGS. I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT APRIL 2017. I WAS BROADSIDED, DRIVERS DOOR WAS IMPACTED. MY HEAD WENT HROUGH THE DRIVERS WINDOW. NONE OF THE SIDE AIRBAGS INFLATED","quote_3_odi":"11044298","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, A 2017 CHEVROLET MALIBU CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND AN UNKNOWN TRUCK. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure causing random locking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11553285","quote_1_text":"Vehicle door locks acting up off & on for several years. Sometimes not unlocking needing to insert key to unlock, other times passenger door not locking when using fob and doors locking & unlocking while driving","quote_2_odi":"11540390","quote_2_text":"Approximately six months to one year ago, a screeching sound was audible anytime I would lock or unlock the doors in my 2008 Honda CR-V","quote_3_odi":"11071955","quote_3_text":"TOOK CRV IN FOR DOOR LOCK RECALL. DRIVER SIDE WAS MAKING NOISE. THAT WAS FIXED. THEN PASSENGER SIDE STARTED MAKING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-powertrain-stall","label":"Powertrain hesitation and stall at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11552930","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle briefly lost motive power before returning to normal functionality","quote_2_odi":"11029875","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VSA AND CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE VIOLENTLY JERKED","quote_3_odi":"11102339","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, WHEN I STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE ENGINE LIGHT, VSA LIGHT, AND THE ! WARNING LIGHT WOULD TURN ON AND AFTER THAT WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE, THE CAR WILL BARELY RESPOND AND FASTEST IT WILL GO IS 10 MPH!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-rear-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear frame corrosion causing trailing arm separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11746757","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle felt as if it was driving over a bump in the road, causing the steering wheel to be unstable","quote_2_odi":"11454417","quote_2_text":"This vehicle had a wheel separation while traveling at low speed. The right rear wheel separated from the car. The cause is excessive rust to the trailing arm and specifically to the subframe to which the trailing arm is attached","quote_3_odi":"11217675","quote_3_text":"WE HAD OUR 2008 HONDA CRV INTO THE LOCAL DEALER FOR AN ALIGNMENT. DURING THE ALIGNMENT, THEY HAD POINTED OUT CORROSION ISSUES WITH THE REAR FRAME ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHERE THE REAR TRAILING ARM MOUNTS TO THE FRAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2008,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2008-steering-rack-pinion-leak","label":"Power steering rack and pinion fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":961,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11139994","quote_1_text":"AFTER T 84,000 MILES OF NORMAL DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO LEAKS THAT CAUSED POWER STEERING FLUID TO SEEP INTO THE RACK'S BOOTS AND DETERIORATED THEM","quote_2_odi":"11082366","quote_2_text":"STEERING RACK & PINION WAS FOUND TO HAVE A LEAK. AFFECTED STEERING PERFORMANCE OF VEHICLE ALONG WITH LEAK BEING A FIRE HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"11489786","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2008 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the steering wheel would emit a high pitch squeaking noise whenever turning and upon initial l start of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2010-airbag-recall-inflator","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":480,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11420106","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 16V061000 (Air Bags). The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer however, the dealer could not service the","quote_2_odi":"11152817","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA CR-V. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH ON THE ROADWAY, THE CONTACT WAS BLINDED BY THE SUN AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A STOPPED VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED IN THE STEERING WHEEL WITH FORCE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO BOTH WRISTS THAT REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"10910386","quote_3_text":"2010 HONDA CR-V. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR AIRBAG RECALL. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE AIRBAG RECALL. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":480,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11339772","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT FROM HONDA DEALER AND IT BURNS 1 QUART OF OIL PER 1000 MILES. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUES SERVICE BULLETIN 12-089. I HAVE DONE AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST WITH THEM AND THEY AGREE THAT IS THE PROBLEM BUT WILL NOT CORRECT. I FEEL THEY MISLEAD ME DURING THE PURCHASE AND THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11315785","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT STATED THAT TWO QUARTS OF OIL NEEDED TO BE ADDED EVERY 1,000 MILES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ATAMIAN HONDA LOCATED AT (150 MAIN ST, TEWKSBURY, MA 01876) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE TECHNICIAN CONFIRMED THE OIL CONSUMPTION HOWEVER, THE","quote_3_odi":"11256250","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION REPORTED TO DEALER WHEN MILEAGE WAS APPRX 60K DEALER SAID THAT IT WAS NORMAL APROX 1 QT IN 1,000MI. IT WAS NOT ACCEPTABLE TO ME. I AM NOW BURNING MUCH MORE NOW @ 92,9255K I WOULD LIKE TO HAVE THIS RESOLVED BY HONDA BECAUSE THIS IS MOTOR DEFECT AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2010-power-door-lock-actuator","label":"Power door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":480,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11529650","quote_1_text":"I purchased my CRV from Roseville Honda about 5 years ago and recently 3 of my 5 lock actuators have gone out in the car making the doors unable to open. My vehicle is able to be inspected and I drive it daily. Upon research it was known when they had sold me my car that the","quote_2_odi":"11430780","quote_2_text":"The locking actuator on the driver's side it has failed and is acting erratic. I've seen other reports of the same complaint on the same make and model of this year","quote_3_odi":"11093069","quote_3_text":"2010 HONDA CR-V. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE LOCKING MECHANISM. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED 3 DOORS INCLUDING THE LIFTGATE WERE STUCK IN THE LOCK POSITIONS. THE DOORS COULD ONLY BE MANUALLY LOCKED. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2010-rear-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear frame corrosion and trailing arm separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":480,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11626664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the stabili-trak warning light illuminated and turned off. The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding and abnormal rubbing sound coming from the rear of the vehicle while","quote_2_odi":"11519741","quote_2_text":"While driving down the road, the car began to shake, and I noticed my passenger tire looked weird and thought maybe I had a flat tire. I pulled over to change the tire out. Upon further inspection, I saw that the trailing arm had rusted and broken off of the chassis. Luckily, I","quote_3_odi":"11515062","quote_3_text":"Excessive frame corrosion, making fuel tank dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-ac-compressor-failure","label":"A/C compressor and blower failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11594242","quote_1_text":"Endurance refusal to pay for A/C compressor! A/C was not working took to mechanic! Brian the mechanic at Larsons auto repair informed me it was compressor failure called endurance, they called auto repair, said they talked to ladies in office, they say no","quote_2_odi":"11231446","quote_2_text":"MY AIR CONDITIONING WENT OUT. HONDA PLACE SAID IT NEEDS A COMPRESSOR, CLUTCH AND COIL AND IT COST 1800.00","quote_3_odi":"11082304","quote_3_text":"THE A/C HAS WORKED FINE UNTIL NOW. ITS SPRING 2018, AND I HAVE TRIED THE A/C A FEW TIMES, AND I DONT HEAR THE COMPRESSOR TURN ON AND ITS BLOWING WARM/HOT AIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11660566","quote_1_text":"DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR. It is constantly malfunctioning. You are driving with small kids, and the doors keep unlocking and locking as the vehicle is in motion. I am very concerned, especially with children inside","quote_2_odi":"11561171","quote_2_text":"Drivers side door lock is stuck and will not open. I had to crawl out of the passenger door to exit the vehicle. After exiting the car I tried locking and unlocking the car using the fab","quote_3_odi":"11439972","quote_3_text":"The contact's client owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while his client was driving at undisclosed speeds, the driver’s side door lock actuator mechanism would independently lock and unlock on all four doors without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11636480","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that the check engine warning light remained illuminated on the vehicle. The contact stated that over time she became aware that the oil level was gradually getting lower than normal","quote_2_odi":"11574198","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption is exaggerated with to obvious observed signs, I.e, no visible leaks, no blue smoke from tailpipe, no smell behind vehicle. Oil needs to be added every ~70 miles as per the dipstick","quote_3_odi":"11536619","quote_3_text":"The oil consumption of this vehicle is extremely high and has progressively gotten worse to the point it has become undrivable. I have to put oil in every other day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-power-steering-rack-leak","label":"Power steering rack fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11555596","quote_1_text":"I keep having to replace the rack and pinion due to poor steering, loose steering, and leaking fluid. Replaced in 2019, am now replacing again in 2023 after putting less than another 20k miles on the car in this four-year timespan","quote_2_odi":"11099108","quote_2_text":"UPON TAKING THIS VEHICLE IN FOR ITS 90,000 MILE MAINTENANCE SERVICE, THE HONDA CERTIFIED MECHANICS INFORMED US THAT THE POWER STEERING RACK WAS LEAKING FLUID AND WOULD NOT PASS NEW YORK STATE SAFETY INSPECTION","quote_3_odi":"11097315","quote_3_text":"VERY EARLY FAILURE OF POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION. THE DEALER/HONDA DID NOT PROVIDE A BETTER MECHANISM TO IDENTIFY THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-rear-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear frame and subframe corrosion under recall 23V228000","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11735350","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic rust damage to the rear trailing arm and its mounting point, where the metal has completely rotted through and fractured","quote_2_odi":"11557225","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the rear driver's side wheel, the lower control arm, and the axle detached, causing the contact to almost lose control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11475915","quote_3_text":"2011 Honda CR-V. Excessive rear frame corrosion resulted in rear control arm separation from vehicle. This was subject of recall in Canada but Honda USA not recalling here (upstate NY)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-takata-airbag-recall-nondeployment","label":"Takata air bag recall delays and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11745901","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed, the vehicle rear-ended the vehicle ahead. The front driver's side air bag did not fully deploy. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11122781","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-V. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10992528","quote_3_text":"LETTER FROM CONGRESSMAN SCHIFF ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 2011 HONDA CRV AIRBAG EXPLODED TOTALING HER CAR. *LD THE CONSUMER THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN AUGUST OF 2016 FOR THE VEHICLE'S AIRBAGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2011-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":552,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11256415","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 HONDA CR-V. WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11081262","quote_2_text":"HONDA CRV 2011 UNWANTED ACCELERATION ON MARCH 22 2018 AS I WAS COMING TO A STOP SIGN WENT FLYING IN TO TRAFFIC GOT LUCKY NOTHING COMING","quote_3_odi":"11055301","quote_3_text":"I WAS ACCELERATING FROM AN ON RAMP TO ENTER THE HIGHWAY. AFTER I WAS IN THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC, I HIT MY BRAKES TO KEEP PACE WITH THE TRAFFIC. MY BRAKE PEDAL WOULD ONLY MOVE SLIGHTLY AND THE ENGINE WAS REVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-acceleration-vibration","label":"Vibration, shudder, or hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11531315","quote_1_text":"I was at a corner waiting for traffic to clear so I could make a turn left. When I started to accelerate the vehicle started to hesitate and continued","quote_2_odi":"11062169","quote_2_text":"PLEASE RESEARCH THIS ISSUE WITH 2012 HONDA CR-V'S AS I AM NOT THE ONLY ONE WITH THIS ISSUE AND I BELIEVE IT'S A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE: THE VEHICLE SHAKES, VIBRATES OR WOBBLES WHEN ACCELERATING IN LOW GEARS","quote_3_odi":"11002527","quote_3_text":"WHEN PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR THE VEHICLE HESITATES BEFORE ACCELERATING. THIS CREATES A HAZARDOUS CONDITION WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment or airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11596000","quote_1_text":"The side air bags popped upon one car tire going on curb when I was driving in the dark and thought I saw a deer. My safety was put at risk because now I don't have airbags Insurance will inspect soon","quote_2_odi":"11487630","quote_2_text":"My daughter got in a car accident going 70 miles an hour, and the airbag didn't deploy","quote_3_odi":"11083169","quote_3_text":"INTERNAL FAILURE OF PASSENGER SIDE WEIGHT SENSOR CAUSING AIRBAG LIGHT TO BE ON IN HONDA CR-V. DEALER HAS STATED WITHOUT $1600 OF REPAIR TO WEIGHT SENSOR/SEAT FRAME, NONE OF THE CAR'S AIRBAGS WOULD BE OPERATIONAL IN THE EVENT I AM IN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-battery-drain","label":"Repeated battery drain and premature battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11760454","quote_1_text":"2012 Honda CR-V - I've had to replace my battery multiple times. I would go out the car and it would be dead. I even tried replacing the alternator","quote_2_odi":"11502245","quote_2_text":"2012 Honda CR-V has 70,000 miles on it. I am now on the 4th battery, which is dead, and I may have to buy a 5th battery. I am replacing batteries at an average of every 2.5 years","quote_3_odi":"11156574","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A BATTERY DRAIN ISSUE. THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WILL NOT KEEP IT CHARGED. THE ALTERNATOR HAS ALSO BEEN REPLACED EARLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-cold-start-vtc-noise","label":"Cold-start grinding or rattling noise from VTC actuator","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11653733","quote_1_text":"Upon cold start, the engine makes a loud knocking or rattling noise for several seconds, most noticeable after the vehicle has been sitting overnight","quote_2_odi":"11523566","quote_2_text":"VTC actuator causing car to make grinding sound upon startup.The problem started 2 months after I bought the car from Brandon Honda, in FL. I drove it to Minnesota with no problem but as soon as I was there it was sputtering at every start up","quote_3_odi":"11289643","quote_3_text":"VTC ACTUATOR GRINDING ON COLD START. REPORTED TO HONDA. PAID TO HAVE IT REPLACED OUT OF POCKET AT A COST OF $1443.83 ON 9/24/18 AT 111,863 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-frame-subframe-rust","label":"Frame or subframe rust causing suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11748985","quote_1_text":"The frame rust issue was recalled through 2011, my 2012 was manufactured in the same plant same time as the 2011 model, and has the same rust issue, but was not included in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11698252","quote_2_text":"Rear wheel subframe broke off, separated from the chassis","quote_3_odi":"11500220","quote_3_text":"On November 2, 2022 the control arm mount for the rear driver side wheel of our 2012 Honda CR-V failed while the car was in use; as a result, the car was no longer drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss or lock-up while turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11558430","quote_1_text":"I attempted to make a right turn and the steering wheel locked, not allowing me to continue turning. The steering wheel returned to its original position and I again attempted to make the turn","quote_2_odi":"11519964","quote_2_text":"Power steering system stopped working. Very difficult to steer at low speeds, easier at higher speeds. Had the control module reprogrammed and it worked for a few starts, but after restarting the car 3 times, the steering system stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11005158","quote_3_text":"ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING---THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY HARD TO TURN AND THE ELECTRICAL POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I PULLED OUT OF MY SUBDIVISION ONTO THE MAIN STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2012-premature-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake wear and ABS modulator replacement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11593650","quote_1_text":"ABS modulator has been replaced 3 times and I am seeing online that this seems to be a common problem. Very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11423242","quote_2_text":"Premature wear of rear brakes - caliper locks up. First replaced pads at 3 years old, 39000 miles. 2 years later, at 59000 miles, replaced pads rotors and serviced calipers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag warning light and occupant sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11256364","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA CR-V. THER CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED FOR APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR","quote_2_odi":"11210183","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAGS INDICATOR SHOWS OFF EVEN WHEN THE SEAT IS WEIGHED BY A PERSON","quote_3_odi":"11055628","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHTS ARE ON AND I TOOK IT INTO HONDA. THEY GOT THE LIGHT TO GO OFF BUT IT CAME BACK ON AGAIN. THEY SAID I NEEDED TO REPLACE THE AIRBAGS???","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure and self-locking doors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11528544","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Honda crv LX locks keep locking and unlocking by itself replaced drivers side lock actuator still has the same problem replaced with OEM","quote_2_odi":"11494092","quote_2_text":"My Honda CRV- 2013 has door locking and unlocking on its own, mainly located on the passenger side. This happens even when I am driving. My locks will just start locking and unlocking repeatedly like there is a short in the system","quote_3_odi":"11052703","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS DOOR LOCK MAKES A LOUD,GRINDING SOUND WHEN THE DOOR IS LOCKED. UNABLE TO LOCK THE VEHICLE. DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR REPLACED, LASTED ONE DAY, PROBLEM CAME BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-eps-failure-lockup","label":"Electric power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11620341","quote_1_text":"While driving the steering wheel will lock up and become unable to be turned. It feels as the power steering goes out. The issue is intermittent and happens during a turn","quote_2_odi":"11518563","quote_2_text":"Electronic power steering intermittently fails, mostly on low speed turns. Local Honda dealership has had the car two weeks, can’t find any error codes upon investigation. Yet problem still happens","quote_3_odi":"11078606","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO STEER AT LOW SPEEDS AND THE STEERING INDICATOR LIGHT WOULD COME ON FOR SHORT PERIODS OF TIME. THIS NEARLY RESULTED IN ACCIDENTS ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-heater-core-cold-air-driver-side","label":"Driver-side heater vents blow cold air","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11620308","quote_1_text":"Driver side doesn’t blow hot air. Especially, in winter it has been a problem with fogging windows and windshield. It is very unsafe because of very poor visibility. I see this has been a very common issue with many Honda CRV vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11161431","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE VENTS BLOWS COLD AIR WHEN HEAT IS ON. DIFFERENCE BETWEEN PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE IS APPROXIMATE 30 DEGREES","quote_3_odi":"11060780","quote_3_text":"THE HEATER CORE IS CLOGGED AND NEEDS TO BE FLUSHED IN ACCORDANCE WITH TSB 14-063. GETTING THE CRV TO OPERATING TEMPERATURE AND DRIVING HUNDREDS OF MILES HAS NO AFFECT GETTING HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-sudden-forward-lurch-low-speed","label":"Sudden forward lurch at low speed despite braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11723441","quote_1_text":"This honda cr-v had a sudden surge of acceleration while the brake pedal was pressed. The brake pedal was stepped off to put car into drive, but then the car suddenly went forward over 30 mph and crashed into a fence and tree in the driveway","quote_2_odi":"11055052","quote_2_text":"PULLED INTO DRIVEWAY AND WAS A COUPLE OF FEET AWAY FROM THE GARAGE DOOR, GOING ONLY ONE OR TWO MPH,PUT FOOT ON BRAKE TO STOP AND SUDDENLY THE CAR LURCH FORWARD,PRESS AS HARD AS I COULD ON BRAKE PEDAL,BUT CAR KEPT MOVING FORWARD TILL IT HIT GARAGE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11506769","quote_3_text":"On February 5, I was parking my vehicle in a parking lot space. The vehicle lurched forward and hit another parked car causing $925 in damages to that car. I put it into Park and then Reverse and it lurched backwards. I did not have any control over the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-transmission-judder-low-speed","label":"Transmission judder during low-speed acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733663","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudders on acceleration at low speeds up to 40 mph","quote_2_odi":"11434243","quote_2_text":"The Honda CR-V shudders under light acceleration between 25 and 35 MPH. This problem seems endemic to all generations of Honda CR-V's, not just mine, and apparently Honda has known about this for some time but hasn't informed owners, just dealers","quote_3_odi":"11205863","quote_3_text":"WHEN GOING FROM 0-30 MPH THE CARE WILL SHUDDER / JUDDER. ONLY HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED LIKE THE TRANSMISSION IS TRY TO CATCH. THIS STARTED VERY EARLY WHEN I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-crv-2013-vtc-actuator-cold-start-rattle","label":"VTC actuator cold-start rattle and timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":381,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11616761","quote_1_text":"VTC Actuator causes engine to rattle loudly at cold start-up for about 2 seconds. The problem has been confirmed by dealer Honda service bulletin 16-012","quote_2_odi":"11241000","quote_2_text":"WHEN CAR IS IDLE OVERNIGHT OR LONG PERIODS, STARTING THE CAR, THERE IS A LOUD NOISE WHEN TURNING THE KEY IN THE IGNITION. TOOK TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD HONDA IS NOTORIOUS FOR THIS PROBLEM. WAS TOLD IT'S THE VTC ACTUATOR","quote_3_odi":"11704400","quote_3_text":"My 2013 Honda CRV completely broke down in late August 2025, as I was backing out of my driveway. Our lives were at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11550539","quote_1_text":"I was in a major car accident. My Honda CR-V air bags did not deploy. Due to the accident I have a neck and back injury. My insurance company has declared my vehicle a total loss. Millions of Americans are driving Honda CR-Vs and due to air","quote_2_odi":"11414894","quote_2_text":"HIT ACCELERATOR INSTEAD OF BREAK, CAR HIT A COLUM IN GARAGE PRETTY HARD BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-heater-core-cold-air-driver-side","label":"Heater core failure, cold air on driver side","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11337070","quote_1_text":"LOW HEAT FROM DRIVERS SIDE WHICH CAUSES THE WINDSHIELD NOT TO DEFROST IN THE WINTER. ALSO COLD INSIDE CAR. HONDA IS AWARE OF THIS AND PUT OUT SERVICE BULLETIN #14-063. SAYS HEATER CORE PARTLY CLOGS REDUCING HEAT TO DRIVERS SIDE. THIS PROBLEM HAPPENS","quote_2_odi":"11301556","quote_2_text":"I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE HEATER ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AS RELATES TO HONDA TSB 14-0063. HAVING HARD TIME TO DEFROST MY WINDSHIELD WHICH CREATE SAFETY HAZARD WITH VISIBILITY AND KEEPING THE CAR WARM. FEELING THE HONDA SHOULD ISSUE THE RECALL BULLETIN ON THIS ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-liftgate-wont-open-cold-weather","label":"Liftgate failure to open in cold weather","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11388113","quote_1_text":"THE REAR DOOR HATCH LATCH STICKS WHEN THE TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW 40 DEGREES SO THE REAR DOOR HATCH WILL NOT OPEN. THERE IS NO KEY, FOB CONTROL, OR LEVER INSIDE THE VEHICLE TO TRY AND GET THE REAR DOOR HATCH OPEN. APPARENTLY THERE ARE NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS FROM OTHER","quote_2_odi":"11355569","quote_2_text":"TRUNK DOOR WILL NOT OPEN IN COLD TEMPS. I LIVE IN NEW ENGLAND. THE GREASE IN THE LOCKING MECHANISM FREEZES. ONCE IT WARMS UP OUTSIDE I NO LONGER HAVE THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-paint-peeling-body-panels","label":"Paint peeling on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11539291","quote_1_text":"Paint defects - paint peeling on the tailgate lift","quote_2_odi":"11354055","quote_2_text":"CLEAR COATING OVER PAINT ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR IS PEELING OFF EXTENSIVELY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-sudden-acceleration-low-speed","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11645978","quote_1_text":"While parking at friend house behind her car partially on sidewalk, had to go fwd and reverse to park correctly. When switching to drive as car was on very slight decline (rear end higher) got sudden engine acceleration. Put in Neutral , saw RPM climb to about 3000 rpm","quote_2_odi":"11283202","quote_2_text":"MY HONDA CR-V SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT MY PEDAL INPUT WHILE I WAS TURNING AT ABOUT 5 MPH IN THE PARKING LOT OF AN OUTDOOR SHOPPING PLAZA AND LOOKING FOR A PARKING SPACE. MY VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 18 MPH BEFORE COLLIDING WITH TWO PARKED CARS, LEADING TO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-sunroof-glass-shatters","label":"Sunroof glass shatters while parked or driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11329429","quote_1_text":"DRIVING THE INTERSTATE I-35W ON SATURDAY JUNE 13, 2020 IN MINNEAPOLIS, MN WE HEARD A LOUD BANG, SOUNDED LIKE A ROCK HIT THE CAR. BEING CLOSE TO HOME WE PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY BUT DID NOT SEE ANY VISIBLE DAMAGE ON THE SIDES OF THE CAR NOR UNDERNEATH. TWO DAYS","quote_2_odi":"11312156","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED (60MPH) ON A SUNNY BUT NOT HOT DAY (45 DEG.) WE HEARD A LOUD BANG LIKE SOMETHING HIT THE ROOF OF THE CAR. THERE WAS NO OTHER TRAFFIC IN THE AREA AND WE DID NOT PASS UNDER ANY OVERPASS. UPON INSPECTION OF THE CAR AFTER STOPPING, WE SAW THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-transmission-shudder-light-accel","label":"Transmission shudder under light acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11539558","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudders at speeds between 20-30 mph","quote_2_odi":"11464184","quote_2_text":"Torque converter issues / shuddering when going from 2nd to 3rd gear","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2014-vtc-actuator-cold-start-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11471501","quote_1_text":"Bad grinding noise on cold start. Defective actuator. This can damage engine. CRV only has 58,000 miles. Honda has known about this for years and needs to issue a recall. Class action law suits have been filed in California & Illinois. Technical Service Bulletin 16-012","quote_2_odi":"11386351","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN RATTLE UPON COLD START 67,000 MILES, THIS SEEM TO BE A COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH THESE VEHICLES AND YOU NOR HONDA IS DOING ANYTHING ABOUT IT!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-adas-camera-fault","label":"Windshield camera and driver assist system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11720914","quote_1_text":"Windshield camera and all its functions does not work. The following systems do not work. LKAS ACC CMBS LDW","quote_2_odi":"11554585","quote_2_text":"ADAS sporadically works. It constantly turns off and on. Have taken it to dealer, codes are cleared, camera is cleaned, and am told that should fix the problem. Within 5 blocks of leaving dealership, the problem comes back","quote_3_odi":"11527120","quote_3_text":"My 2015 CRV suddenly had all the crash warning/adaptive cruise control/lane keep assist lights flashing…very alarming…so we brought it to White Rock Honda for to find out what was happening? They diagnosed our Multi-purpose camera is faulty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11516180","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has had multiple parasitic battery events where the battery has been completely drained overnight. I have replaced the battery six times since May of 2022. I took my vehicle to my auto repair shop and they checked every fuse in the vehicle and could not find the…","quote_2_odi":"11386799","quote_2_text":"BATTERY HAS DIED EVERY YEAR. I HAVE REPLACED 5 BATTERIES. A DRAIN ON THE BATTERY HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AT ENGINE FUSE #29. REMOVING THE FUSE STOPS THE DRAIN ON THE BATTERY. THE CAR WILL NOT START DUE TO THE DEAD BATTERY AFTER SITTING IDLE FOR ONE DAY","quote_3_odi":"11427904","quote_3_text":"Recently I've started having an issue where on the first or second attempts to start the car with the push button start, the car doesn't crank but clicks and only goes to Accessory mode. Generally the car will finally start after pushing the button 3-6 times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11715587","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle stalled, and the vehicle decelerated unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the in-law's residence","quote_2_odi":"11561463","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-60 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. On several occasions the contact was able to depress the accelerator pedal several times and regain forward motive power","quote_3_odi":"11730744","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled unexpectedly. The failure also occurred several times while stopped at a stoplight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-fuel-pump-limp-mode","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11328245","quote_1_text":"AFTER A COLD START THE VEHICLE WAS ONLY ABLE TO MOVE AT A LIMP MODE (10 MPH MAX) WITH MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST HONDA DEALERSHIP. AFTER DIAGNOSIS IT WAS REPORTED THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11706101","quote_2_text":"On rural highway at approx 50-55 mph, all dashboard warning lights came on as engine power was cut drasticly, (over 50%). Minimal traffic, so was able to continue cautiously at very low speed with warning flashers to nearby service station","quote_3_odi":"11471966","quote_3_text":"I was driving on busy street at 35 mph suddenly car start stopping and giving jerk . It was not safe as I was driving my new born girl and 6 years old girl suddenly car loss power in motion took to honda dealer nearby they just told me my car high pressure fuel pump failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-idle-vibration","label":"Vibration and shaking at idle while in gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11404056","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY CAR TO THE REPAIR SHOP BECAUSE MY CAR VIBRATES AND IDLES LOW TO WHERE IT FEELS LIKE IT IS GOING TO CUT OFF AT A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT WHILE IN GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11299144","quote_2_text":"2015 HONDA CRV FRONT SEAT VIBRATES. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO FIXED IN ACCORDANCE TO TSB 15-046. THE VIBRATIONS IS STILL APPARENT AFTER 20K MILES LATER. WHEN MY CRV IS STOPPED WITH VEHICLE IN GEAR (AT A STOP SIGN OR RED LIGHT)","quote_3_odi":"11450855","quote_3_text":"This vehicle shakes pretty badly at idle. We took it to Honda for repairs, there is no recall for this but they did have a service bulletin for the issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11377145","quote_1_text":"CAR HAD LOW ENGINE OIL LIGHT COME ON. DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSED IT AS EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION, AND SUGGESTED PISTON RINGS REPLACEMENT, ESTIMATED COST $3000. THE MILEAGE ON CAR WAS 84,155 AND ALWAYS HAD TIMELY OIL CHANGE DONE AT SAME DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11571070","quote_2_text":"My 2015 Honda CR-V, at 128,547 miles, with remaining oil life @ 30%, the check oil light is flashing. Took it to the dealership and was told the car was 3 quarts low in oil","quote_3_odi":"11256406","quote_3_text":"IN EARLY 2018, AROUND THE 80K MILEAGE MARK THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR WAS DUE FOR IT'S OIL TO BE CHANGED, CHECKED THE OIL LEVEL AND IT APPEARED DRY. PURCHASED A 5 QT BOTTLE AND EMPTIED ALMOST ALL 5 QUARTS INTO THE OIL TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping out of gear while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11578054","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway at 70 mph on cruise control, the transmission went out of gear causing the engine to rev and the vehicle to slow. Pulled over to side of road, turned off engine, turned it back on and could not get transmission to go into any gear. Had to be towed","quote_2_odi":"11352779","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION SLIPPED OUT OF DRIVE INTO REVERSE OR NEUTRAL INDEPENDENTLY, WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUTOFF WITHOUT WARNING WHILE TRAVELING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11565923","quote_3_text":"I was driving 55 miles an hour on a country road and a transmission completely disengage from the engine. There were no warning signs or messages on dashboard at all about any kind of transmission issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2015-vtc-actuator-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":668,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11343617","quote_1_text":"LOUD RATTLE NOISE ON COLD START AND LASTS FOR 1-2 SECONDS. MY LOCAL HONDA DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THAT IT'S THE VTC ACTUATOR AND CURRENTLY THERE'S NO FIX FOR IT. IF REPLACED, IT WILL EVENTUALLY COMES BACK AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11271633","quote_2_text":"I'M HAVING CONTINUED ISSUES WITH THE ENGINE'S VTC RATTLING AND RANDOM ENGINE SPEEDS. IT HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE BUT THE RATTLE AHAS RETURNED AND IS WORSE. NO SERVICE LIGHTS ARE PRESENT","quote_3_odi":"11577830","quote_3_text":"Driving car made a rattle noise in the engine compartment. Driving I lost power on the freeway. Engine light came on. Had it towed. No one wants to touch the problem being the actuator. There is no fix for it according to dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-battery-drain-door-lock","label":"Battery drain tied to door lock and smart entry","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11703960","quote_1_text":"2016 Honda CR-V’s smart locking system failed. The smart locking system caused the car battery to drain if it wasn’t driven within 24 hours. After numerous car battery replacements, a Honda auto repair replaced the door handle and repaired the smart locking system","quote_2_odi":"11654834","quote_2_text":"The drivers and passenger smart door handles have failed this year. It caused parasitic battery drain over 3 days and the doors would unlock automatically just by walking within 5 feet of the car","quote_3_odi":"11605989","quote_3_text":"IF CAR IS NOT DRIVEN FOR A FEW DAYS THE BATTERY WILL BE DEAD. CAR HAS NEW BATTERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-cold-tailgate-switch","label":"Tailgate release switch inoperative in cold weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11449457","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC TRUNK SYSTEM/HATCH BACK DOOR SWITCH REPEATEDLY DOES NOT OPERATE IN COLD CONDITIONS . THERE IS NO WAY FOR A CONSUMER TO MANUALLY OPEN HATCH BACK DOOR WHEN IT FAILS","quote_2_odi":"11439454","quote_2_text":"When the weather gets under 50F, the trunk will not unlock and will not open. It seems as if the actuator freezes","quote_3_odi":"11384691","quote_3_text":"THE REAR TRUNK RELEASE SWITCH DOES NOT WORK ONCE THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW ABOUT 40 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and hesitation while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11590916","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has intermiitent stalling when accelerating and has died in the middle of an intersection several times leaving me vulnerable to oncoming traffic. This has been happening on a daily occurence for months","quote_2_odi":"11543034","quote_2_text":"Car shuts down intermittently after coming to a complete stop and accelerating to continue","quote_3_odi":"11614357","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lunged forward and stalled. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was choking. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11682546","quote_1_text":"I was driving to work and all of the lights on my dash came on and the vehicle would not go over 15 mph. I had semis passing me trying to get my car back home. I had it towed to the nearest Honda dealership where all of my Hondas are repaired, John Hinderer in Heath, OH","quote_2_odi":"11620275","quote_2_text":"While I was driving about 70 mph on highway, the car suddenly stopped responding to the gas paddle and I heard a noise from near the fuel tank. I was able to pull up to the side of the road and the check engine light was showing","quote_3_odi":"11670251","quote_3_text":"The 2016 CR-V was operating normally, when trying to accelerate from a stop at a stoplight the vehicle began to hesitate and would not accelerate at a normal or acceptable rate if I had needed to maneuver out of the way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11746254","quote_1_text":"Spontaneously shattered sunroof. I was driving on the freeway going 50mph and I heard an extremely loud 'bang' and then glass was falling down on me and my passenger","quote_2_odi":"11420934","quote_2_text":"Driver's side rear door window exploded without cause and shattered while it was parked in the garage, with most falling to the ground and some landing on the back passenger seat and floor","quote_3_odi":"11488164","quote_3_text":"Was fine yesterday. Went out this morning and went to back up and realized I couldn’t see out the rear window. Looked and the entire window is shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-idle-vibration","label":"Vibration at idle with vehicle in gear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11310835","quote_1_text":"I CONSISTENTLY EXPERIENCE SEVERE VIBRATION FELT IN BOTH FRONT SEATS WHEN THE CAR IDLES. THIS OCCURS WHEN THE RPM IS ABOUT 750 OR LESS. IT OCCURS ANY TIME I COME TO A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN","quote_2_odi":"11437175","quote_2_text":"The car vibrates so much my hands will shake on the steering wheel while idling and at time while driving. Any items in the car will shake","quote_3_odi":"11300347","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE GEAR IS IN DRIVING MODE, D, MY VEHICLE STARTS VIBRATING SO MUCH THAT ALL PASSENGERS CAN FEEL IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and fuel-diluted oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11271014","quote_1_text":"CAR ENGINE **UNDER WARRANTY** IS BURNING EXCESSIVE OIL WHICH CAN EVENTUALLY LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11471382","quote_2_text":"The pistons and piston rings have failed, and the engine burns oil rapidly. There is no indication by the vehicle of the issue as far as any dashboard lights, etc","quote_3_odi":"11683634","quote_3_text":"Level for oil change was at 30%, took it in and it only had 2.5 quarts of oil. No indication I was low, no oil leak, and it affected the valves","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop or low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":389,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11753953","quote_1_text":"Last night I was stopped at a light with my foot on the brake waiting for the light to turn green. The car suddenly wanted to move forward and was fighting the brake","quote_2_odi":"11425872","quote_2_text":"Upon moving into a parking spot, I slowed down, and suddenly the car surged unbelievably fast. I ran into a brick wall about 4 or 5 feet in front of the car","quote_3_odi":"11536043","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into a parking spot, she depressed the brake pedal, however, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and crashed into the windows of a store","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-ac-compressor-failure","label":"Air conditioning compressor and discharge hose failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11748230","quote_1_text":"The air conditioning on my 2017 Honda CR-V repeatedly failed to blow cold air. On the most recent visit, the dealer found the A/C system had no pressure and the A/C discharge hose was leaking","quote_2_odi":"11677628","quote_2_text":"On July 31, 2025, my 2017 Honda CR-V was diagnosed by a certified Honda dealership with complete air conditioning failure. The A/C compressor produced a loud knocking noise and was found to have leaked black debris (burned oil/metal), contaminating the entire system","quote_3_odi":"11670329","quote_3_text":"American Honda extended the warranty for the A/C compressor shaft seal on the 2017 Honda CR-V to 10 years from the original purchase date, with no mileage limitation. This extended warranty covers the repair or replacement of the A/C compressor shaft seal if it leaks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"Collision Mitigation Braking System phantom activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11700508","quote_1_text":"Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) Is automatically warning and has engaged when no object is ahead. Seems to be picking up overhead/over roadway traffic signals and signage","quote_2_odi":"11667936","quote_2_text":"Within the past 2 months, while driving the car I have experienced 2 instances with the CMBS system unexpectedly applying the brakes, even though there was no obstacles it's path","quote_3_odi":"11651480","quote_3_text":"Multiple times when driving the vehicle will slam on the brakes without warning when there is nothing in front of the vehicle. I have taken it to Honda multiple times and they cannot fix it due to being unable to recreate the spontaneous issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-electrical-warning-cascade","label":"Dashboard warning-light cascade with no diagnosed cause","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11700037","quote_1_text":"All dashboard lights come on when car is idling. Changed battery and tested alternator and issue stills persist. Temporary resolution is rebooting the system while car is in accessory mode","quote_2_odi":"11686581","quote_2_text":"This is an intermittent parasitic battery drain problem","quote_3_odi":"11673944","quote_3_text":"The electrical system periodically goes haywire - all warning lights come on and flash. It some cases, my car lost power and it was unsafe to drive. I was worried it would overheat. I have rebooted and sometimes it resets and sometimes it doesn't","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-eps-sticky-steering","label":"Electric power steering sticking or binding","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11678467","quote_1_text":"Steering is sticky and grabbing. There is a catch in the middle position. There is a warranty extension out for this problem but not for my VIN #. How do I get Honda to cover this? Problem has been progressing over the last month. This occurs at variable speeds","quote_2_odi":"11668143","quote_2_text":"While turning the steering wheel to make small adjustments in direction, the steering wheel has some resistance to a point and then loses resistance causing some over steer. I would use the term \"sticky steering\" to describe it","quote_3_odi":"11733893","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2017 Honda CR-V, I experienced sudden, unexpected steering behavior consistent with a defective electronic power steering (EPS) gearbox","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure causing warning-light cascade","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11735253","quote_1_text":"All warning lamps have been coming on for years. The dealerships have always said there is no problem. Now, outside of warranty, the problem is that all of the fuel injectors need to be replaced. Online notes that this is a widespread issue with this particular vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11648848","quote_2_text":"Failed fuel injectors. This is a common issue in many 2017-18 CRVs with numerous complaints. This is a safety risk as it has caused a forced shutdown of numerous safety features including: all anti-collision systems, lane departure sensing, traction control, etc","quote_3_odi":"11662751","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's all safety warning lights are turning on. The vehicle was taken to a Honda dealer for diagnostic testing, who reported that it requires new fuel injectors at a cost of $1,700.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2017-head-gasket-failure","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant intrusion into cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1743,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11750625","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The driver was able to pull over safely. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle went into LIMP Mode after a while","quote_2_odi":"11749795","quote_2_text":"Our 2017 CRV had 91,000 miles on it. Over the course of a few months, occasionally we saw warning dashlights come on, and had sluggish engine performance. We took it for diagnostic testing at two Honda Dealerships","quote_3_odi":"11651640","quote_3_text":"Engine was overheating due to head gasket failure. Engine overheat happened suddenly when driving on highway and had to slow down and stop. Problem has been confirmed by two Honda dealers and one local mechanic with full inspection. Engine overheat massage showed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2018-engine-head-gasket-misfire","label":"Head gasket failure and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2033 total)","source_complaint_count":2033,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11724000","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Honda CR-V EX-L (1.5L Turbo) experienced complete head gasket failure at 43,568 miles, resulting in total engine failure. The vehicle is now completely non-operational. TIMELINE: • Jan 2023: Collision repaired at body shop (20,340) • Mar 2023: Repair completed • May…","quote_2_odi":"11730858","quote_2_text":"Head gasket/coolant leak. Dec 2 2025 my car started sputtering so I went into the AutoZone to use an obd2 reader for the check engine light. The code showed cylinders 2 and 3 were misfiring. I took it to the Honda dealership to fully diagnose the issue, they told me I needed…","quote_3_odi":"11685389","quote_3_text":"The 1.5L turbo engine in my 2018 Honda CR-V is experiencing oil dilution. Raw fuel mixes with the engine oil, lowering flashpoint and thinning viscosity. This creates a fire risk, loss of lubrication, accelerated engine wear, and potential stalling. Honda issued TSBs, but the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2018-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"Fuel pump stalling and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2033 total)","source_complaint_count":2033,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11729526","quote_1_text":"My 2018 CRV was taken to Dick Ide Honda for a recall on my fuel pump. The next day I was driving my car and it just stopped running and I drifted off to the side of the road. It would not start up but had power in the car. No warning signs or lights. I had it towed back to…","quote_2_odi":"11716219","quote_2_text":"\"While driving my 2018 Honda CR-V (Mileage: 58,800), the vehicle experienced a sudden and total loss of power/stalling due to a fuel injector failure. This failure caused the vehicle to enter 'Limp Mode' on a high-speed roadway, creating an immediate risk of a rear-end…","quote_3_odi":"11697200","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda CR-V. The contact state while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode unexpectedly. Several warning lights were illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2018-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky or catching steering at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2033 total)","source_complaint_count":2033,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11740267","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experiences intermittent steering sticking/catching while turning. In March 2026, an independent repair facility verified the steering concern and documented: “Technician found Rack and Pinion will lock when manually turning.” The technician also referenced Honda…","quote_2_odi":"11736852","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Honda CR-V LX (approx. 40,920 miles) has an electric power steering (EPS) rack that sticks and catches at highway speeds, typically above 35 mph. The steering wheel requires extra force to turn, then suddenly releases, creating a snap/lurch effect. This behavior poses…","quote_3_odi":"11730344","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel feels as if it is sticking while driving, forcing me to use slightly more pressure to force the wheel past the \"sticking\" point. This causes me to overcorrect my steering, making the car jolt to the left or right depending on which way I'm moving the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2018-unprompted-aeb-braking","label":"Automatic braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2033 total)","source_complaint_count":2033,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11741098","quote_1_text":"While driving at speed of 50mph automatic braking system activated causing car to stop suddenly there was no car or object in front of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11736113","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road with no cars around me at all going 40 mph when my car started braking saying \"Brake\" and automatically braked to almost a full stop int he middle of the busy road. If there was a car behind me we most definitely would have been rear ended at a very…","quote_3_odi":"11706557","quote_3_text":"On several occasions my 2018 Honda CRV unexpectedly braked while I was driving. Instances happened on interstate driving and 2-lane road driving.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2019-bcm-electrical-no-start","label":"Body control module failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1040 total)","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11718130","quote_1_text":"Started with a flicker taillight. Then dash board lights came on and off. Then car wouldn't turn on. Took vehicle to dealership. They stated it was a faulty body control module that needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11680271","quote_2_text":"Defective Body Control Module (BCM) required replacement after only 23,000 miles. It is not available for inspection as dealership disposed of it. This defective part prevented the vehicle from starting, and controls other systems. The dealership's mechanics diagnosed…","quote_3_odi":"11675710","quote_3_text":"Having done some research I discovered that my problem seems to be happening to a number of CRV owners. My signal lights are flickering while the car is turned off. I discovered that Honda had done a recall to fix this problem on several other models but not the CRV.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2019-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"CMBS emergency braking with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1040 total)","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11740783","quote_1_text":"Automatic braking system engaged without any warning and without any impending danger in front of me at night on Pulaski skyway, bringing the vehicle to a complete halt.","quote_2_odi":"11721937","quote_2_text":"\"My 2019 Honda CR-V experienced a 'False Positive' trigger of the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) while driving over a metal road grate. The vehicle applied hard, emergency-level braking without any actual obstacle in the path of travel. I am aware of the…","quote_3_odi":"11706934","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2019 Honda CR‑V at about 35 mph during night on a local road with no cars or obstacles in front of me, the vehicle suddenly applied the brakes hard by itself. There were no warning lights or messages other than the collision warning, and I did not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2019-fuel-injector-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure, misfire, and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1040 total)","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11714385","quote_1_text":"The vehicle began experiencing repeated engine misfires, hesitation, and loss of power during normal driving. The issue was diagnosed as failing fuel injectors, which is a known issue on this generation of Honda CR-V. The failure causes sudden hesitation and reduced…","quote_2_odi":"11728520","quote_2_text":"The low pressure fuel pump cannabilized itself and sent debris down the fuel line to the high pressure fuel pump which damaged it. I brought the vehicle to Meineke of Warner Robins and they confirmed the issue with other Honda dealerships in the middle Georgia area.…","quote_3_odi":"11723976","quote_3_text":"Multiple warning lights on including Engine System, CMBS, Electric Parking, Electric Power Steering, RDM and Adaptive Cruise control warnings caused by Fuel System Too Rich. Either Fuel injector not properly installed or issue with fuel pump. As per Service Bulletin…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2019-head-gasket-failure","label":"1.5L turbo head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1040 total)","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11721064","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Honda CRV just recently reached 120000 miles and turned on the check engine light, after doing a diagnostic at the dealer it turned out to be a blown head gasket which the 1.5 engine is notorious for and Honda hasn't put out a recall out for this costly repair.…","quote_2_odi":"11734322","quote_2_text":"Honda CRV with less than 50,000 miles and has blown a head gasket. Cost to replace head gasket and fuel injectors is $6500 at a Honda dealership. Car is not drivable. Honda Corporate has refused any assistance. There are class action complaints for this very issue in…","quote_3_odi":"11679822","quote_3_text":"I have Honda 2019 CRV and didn't get alert my head gasket is shot. No notice on my car overheating or any alert. Smoke coming from my car and Honda didn't alert me. There is class action lawsuit against Honda right now about head gasket failure in my Honda 2019 crv.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2019-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky and stiff electronic power steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1040 total)","source_complaint_count":1040,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11740192","quote_1_text":"Car is difficult to keep straight at highway speed. Steering feels stiff and requires effort to turn right or left. Constant minor corrections to steering are required to maintain straight heading. Problem is ongoing since first incident.","quote_2_odi":"11740608","quote_2_text":"steering is sticky. when maintaining a straight line position on road, it takes effort to adjust the steering wheel to autocorrect the steering. when turning there's a clicking sound as it there isn't enough grease. this is an expensive repair as a honda dealership…","quote_3_odi":"11739928","quote_3_text":"Steering has become intermittently \"sticky\". When it happens, if I try to turn the steering wheel a very short distance it will resist until I put enough force to move it about twice as far as intended. Although the greater steering angle achieved has not been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2020-airbag-seat-sensor-recall-delay","label":"Seat weight sensor recall 24V064 parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 321 total)","source_complaint_count":321,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11738550","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contact multiple times. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The…","quote_2_odi":"11693341","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags) in 2024; however, the contact was repeatedly informed by the dealer that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact called…","quote_3_odi":"11707087","quote_3_text":"The drivers front seatbelt latch has failed causing the driver to not be safely secured in the vehicle. This causes the airbag warning system to illuminate a warning indicator malfunction light on the dash display. The Honda dealership has refused to repair the item at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2020-bcm-battery-drain","label":"Body control module failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 321 total)","source_complaint_count":321,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11704543","quote_1_text":"2020 Honda CR-V EXL would not start past week on two days (12/01/2025 and 12/03/2025). Auto mechanic (C&K Auto Clinic) has the following assessment: Check for key off draw. Found slightly excessive battery drain ranging from 75 milliamps to 150 milliamps. Found back up…","quote_2_odi":"11572020","quote_2_text":"There was an internal failure in the body control module, causing dysregulation of the internal electronic components and battery drainage. The battery was initially changed without effect, and after observation of the electronic component turned on with the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2020-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"Uncommanded automatic emergency braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 321 total)","source_complaint_count":321,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11588594","quote_1_text":"This 2020 Honda CR-V has experienced 5 uncommanded automatic braking events so far. All 5 events were in wet conditions, with no apparent obstacle in front of the vehicle. One of these events occurred on I-35 at 70mph, and resulted in a full stop with the car facing…","quote_2_odi":"11585422","quote_2_text":"On 4/14/24, while driving ~45mph with no cars or other obstacles anywhere in sight, automatic braking engaged. It was out of the blue, and alarming. Fortunately, no car was behind me, so no accident occurred. I had no indication of any problem prior to this incident.…","quote_3_odi":"11666920","quote_3_text":"6/14/25 - automatic emergency braking system engaged twice without any impediments in road while driving 40 miles of non-freeway driving. Mileage of vehicle is 30460 miles. AEBS engaged at 45 mph and 50 mph. Scary incidents but no accident or injury today. Concerned…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2020-fuel-pump-injector-stall","label":"Fuel pump and injector failure with power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 321 total)","source_complaint_count":321,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11722442","quote_1_text":"Driving at highway speeds in passing lane. Car lost power immediately and all dash lights came on. Very dangerous and almost got hit trying to pull over. dealer diagnosed High pressure fuel rail pump. Honda dealer charging $1800 to replace high pressure fuel pump","quote_2_odi":"11732870","quote_2_text":"Vehicle slow cranks when engine is being turned on. When driving and rpm reaches over 2000, vehicle stalls and puts the owner at risk of crash or injury. All warning lights are turned on. Safety is at risk due to the vehicle stalling It has been confirmed by an…","quote_3_odi":"11663732","quote_3_text":"Fuel pump. The mechanic did give me back the fuel pump. Independent mechanic documented repairs following Honda's instructions. There was no warning prior to the fuel pump stopping me dead in my tracks. I was at an intersection coming out of a busy parking lot. I was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2020-sticky-steering-rack","label":"Sticky steering and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 321 total)","source_complaint_count":321,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-05","quote_1_odi":"11713608","quote_1_text":"Our steering rack has failed on our 2020 CRV with 23,000 miles on it. There are recalls out there for earlier CRV's as well as the 2023-2025 CRV'S. It cost us $5300 to repair it. If there is an obvious safety defect, why are the 2020's not covered in this recall. There…","quote_2_odi":"11696533","quote_2_text":"When driving at highway speeds, the steering is sticky and can get locked into a certain position. It can be overcome with moderate effort, but will become dangerous to drive if it gets worse. There are no warning lamps or messages related to this issue. I have taken…","quote_3_odi":"11691026","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel is sticking when returning to center when slightly turning left at high way speeds 65mph. There is a recall for this same issue on newer models.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2021-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Airbag recall 24V064 repair parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 288 total)","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11687507","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable time for the recall repair. The…","quote_2_odi":"11683231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the contact was informed that the repair would not be performed without a second recall notification from the…","quote_3_odi":"11678558","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2021-engine-power-loss","label":"Loss of power and stalling while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 288 total)","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11698567","quote_1_text":"Total loss of power while driving 2021 CRV hybrid on interstate. Check engine light came on and immediately started flashing and significant engine noise heard.Vehicle taken to Honda dealership and diagnostic test completed which stated fuel injector failed which then caused…","quote_2_odi":"11626177","quote_2_text":"I was driving on a four lane highway in February 2024 and the engine of my 2021 Honda CR-V just stopped working and the car was not responding. I was able to coast the car into a parking lot where I had to have it towed to the nearest Honda dealership. I was told the fuel pump…","quote_3_odi":"11686109","quote_3_text":"While I was driving my engine installed and all of the lights on my dashboard lit up, including, but not limited to the check, engine, tire, pressure and disabling of all of my safety features. Once I had it towed to the Honda dealership, I was told my fuel pump was not working.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 288 total)","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738384","quote_1_text":"While driving at 60 mph, automatic braking feature activated slamming on brakes unexpectedly. There was no car in front of me when this occurred. This has occurred several times. In this instance, we were driving on a 4 lane HWY in the right lane. A car passed me in the left…","quote_2_odi":"11717142","quote_2_text":"Driving down Piedmont Road in Atlanta on an overcast morning with no pedestrians, obstructions or vehicles in front of the car, the collision avoidance and braking system engaged for no reason and almost caused the car behind mine to run into me.","quote_3_odi":"11731791","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. Additionally, while driving with the cruise control set at 72 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated to 66 MPH before accelerating to 73 MPH.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2021-sticky-steering","label":"Steering wheel sticking on-center at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 288 total)","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740009","quote_1_text":"My steering wheel sticks especially in highway driving. The steering wheel feels as if it momentarily \"locks\" or \"sticks\" in the center position while driving at highway speeds. When I try to correct it, the wheel snaps free, often causing the vehicle to jerk or overcorrect.…","quote_2_odi":"11738477","quote_2_text":"When driving, the steering wheel sticks and I have to jerk it to correct. Sometimes it overcorrects making it dangerous. I only have 47000 miles on it. It is now doing it really frequently. Was only at high speeds, now all speeds. I took it in but dealer said they couldn't…","quote_3_odi":"11738418","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel sticks at high speeds and after driving longer periods of time. Presents a danger by needing to over correct the steering to “unstick” it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2022-loss-of-propulsion-stall","label":"Sudden loss of power and stalling with warning cascade","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11707782","quote_1_text":"All warning notices started going off & continuously cycling through all warnings possible for everything. Vehicle suddenly lost propulsion. I was on local roadways without heavy traffic or high speeds but had this occurred on a freeway it could have caused a serious threat of…","quote_2_odi":"11712624","quote_2_text":"I had driven may a mile and was turning right onto a street. As soon as I turned onto the street my car just stopped and would not move. I had no power -- I put my gas pedal all the way down and it would only inch along. I was so scared that I would get rear ended. I immediately…","quote_3_odi":"11719508","quote_3_text":"The car stalled all dash board lights came on I was stuck on the road for hours before I got help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2022-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11697233","quote_1_text":"While driving on a straight road at 35 mph the car suddenly and aggressively applied the brakes without driver input and without another car or obstacle in front of the car. Had there been a car behind me a rear collision would have been likely. The weather was sunny and there…","quote_2_odi":"11681375","quote_2_text":"I was driving at 10am today on a local road, about 35mph, with no car in front of me, nor behind me. I was the only car in the area. Suddenly both the automatic emergency braking (AEB) system and the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) were activated. I was concerned when…","quote_3_odi":"11695010","quote_3_text":"Driving in mild foggy conditions, going 44 mph. My CRV dash had the BRAKE warning flashing and locked up my brakes. There was nothing in front of me do cause this. There was a car behind me that could of hit me. Everything in my car flew off the seats and it jarred my neck and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2022-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering and off-center wheel return","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 211 total)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11739829","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Honda CRV is experiencing a \"STICKY or CATCHING\" steering wheel under normal driving conditions. The vehicle will not self-correct to the center unless some manual effort is attempted. (Especially when re-centering from a left-hand curve). The issue has become…","quote_2_odi":"11736886","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel sticks moving wheel left or right while driving allowing over correction and dangerous situations. No lamps. Mechanical. Same issue for 23-25 models with recall. Yes it's available for inspection. No professional has confirmed it yet because frankly , I shouldn't…","quote_3_odi":"11738119","quote_3_text":"Steering is 'sticky' at highway speeds, doesnt hold on center, steering wheel gives impression of being stuck.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-driver-assist-faults","label":"Driver assist system fault warnings and camera failures","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11727154","quote_1_text":"The driver assist system was flashing for over an hour when I was coming back to Ohio from Florida on [XXX]. It was flashing and for a few seconds it would go off. this happened a few times and then it busted stayed on. it said to take to dealer to get fixed","quote_2_odi":"11618449","quote_2_text":"At startup, routinely see the following messages: Lane keeping assist problem Road departure mitigation system problem Collision mitigation breaking system problem I have taken the car into multiple Honda dealers this year to fix the issue","quote_3_odi":"11752263","quote_3_text":"The honda dealer states that the clip/ brackt that holds the multi view camera has broken. There is no damaged to the windshield or housing of the camera, the clip just failed and they could not tell me why","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-eps-sticky-steering","label":"Steering binding and sticking at speed (EPS gearbox)","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11748837","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds (above 45 mph), the steering wheel experiences a severe \"sticky,\" \"notchy,\" or binding sensation. It catches when making minor directional adjustments, requiring excessive and abrupt physical force to break the wheel free","quote_2_odi":"11632708","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel of my vehicle becomes tight while driving and sticks when turned, especially at higher speeds. At slower speeds, a slight turn to the left or right will result in increased resistance and a “bump” as the steering comes back to center","quote_3_odi":"11617741","quote_3_text":"While driving on straight and level highways at between 35 to 60 mph, the steering wheel seems to be \"sticking\" or encountering an obstruction causing occasional overcorrection resulting in almost hitting traffic in the adjacent lane, especially on narrow roads","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-head-gasket-failure","label":"Engine head gasket failure with loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11754673","quote_1_text":"On my 2023 Honda CR-V with 79,567 miles, the engine experienced a cylinder 1 misfire while driving, causing the vehicle to lose power and enter limp mode. At the same time, every warning light on the dashboard illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11750473","quote_2_text":"2023 CR-V Sport Hybrid suffered a catastrophic cylinder 3 coolant leak/head gasket failure at 76,884 miles. Due to a lack of available Honda gasket kits and extreme dealership repair quotes, a full engine replacement was required","quote_3_odi":"11733478","quote_3_text":"Car lost power with catastrophic engine failure with no warning as I was turning into a busy intersection with oncoming traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-hood-vibration","label":"Hood vibration at highway speeds","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11653883","quote_1_text":"The hood seems to wobble/shake during highway speeds. Very noticeable when wind speed is high","quote_2_odi":"11733367","quote_2_text":"Hood vibrates noticeably above 55-60 mph and during car wash drying. It is too obvious that it seems that at some point hood might be dislocated","quote_3_odi":"11613190","quote_3_text":"At high speeds, hood vibrates and moves abnormally up and down. The hood wobbles at highway or interstate speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-mirror-vibration-cracking","label":"Side mirror vibration and glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11633011","quote_1_text":"The Driver's Side mirror glass vibrates excessively while operating the vehicle at highway speeds. This mirror glass vibration causes distorted images to be seen in the mirror and can disorient the driver while the vehicle is in motion","quote_2_odi":"11608766","quote_2_text":"The driver's side mirror shakes violently at speeds above 50-60 mph, while the passenger side mirror shows minor vibrations at speeds above 70 mph. This causes a severely distorted view, leading to dizziness and nausea, making driving extremely difficult and dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11630405","quote_3_text":"When I got into the car, I saw that my driver side mirror had a single vertical crack straight down the middle. There was no point of impact and when I first approached my car not even 5 minutes prior, the mirror was perfectly intact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11739957","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suddenly applied maximum braking on its own without any dashboard warning, alert sound, or driver notification. It was so severe the tires were screeching. The accelerator was unresponsive for several seconds before I was able to accelerate again","quote_2_odi":"11621188","quote_2_text":"On several occasions the automatic emergency braking system on my vehicle has engaged for no reason. The vehicle applies the brake quickly with nothing in front or to the side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11696977","quote_3_text":"While driving at 40 mph experienced sudden unexpected braking (car on its own) without driver pressing brake and no immediate car in front or changing lanes or any other noticeable object in immediate path","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts backorder and scheduling delays","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11640292","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11639683","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Honda CR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V763000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11637077","quote_3_text":"The manufacturer is unable to complete my EPS gearbox worm wheel recall work within 60 days and am filing a complaint per the instructions on the letter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking and parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":509,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11652836","quote_1_text":"The issue occurs intermittently, typically at low speeds (25–30 mph) during stop-and-go traffic, or when the vehicle transitions from EV to gas mode. During these incidents, the vehicle unexpectedly surges forward for 1–2 seconds, even while the brake pedal is applied","quote_2_odi":"11694744","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, causing it to jump a curb and collide with a tree","quote_3_odi":"11746387","quote_3_text":"While slowing down to enter a parking place and appling brakes car suddenly surged forward causing the car to jump a curb which could have caused an accident if there had been another car in the way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-backup-camera-bw","label":"Backup camera image switching to black and white","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699887","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing over a year ago Recurring failure of the rear-view backup camera system, resulting in a black and white image, coupled with dangerous malfunctions of the integrated Rear Cross Traffic Monitor (RCTM) system","quote_2_odi":"11675721","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has a rearview camera which should be color full time. 95% of the time the camera is black and white which makes it difficult to see whats behind you.This is a known problem to Honda. A simple google search shows multiple people with the same problem","quote_3_odi":"11634528","quote_3_text":"Reverse camera will go black and white from time to time. I had recorded a video of this incident and showed it to Honda, but they wanted to charge me $180 to diagnose the issue. I was not willing to pay that as the car is still under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11639407","quote_1_text":"2024 Honda CR-V VIN [XXX] Phantom Braking Car has experienced phantom braking numerous times since March 2024 when new. Initially occurred within one week of driving the new vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11687065","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is a 2024 Honda CR-V EX-L with approximately 13,000 miles, purchased at Gillman Honda in Houston, TX on May 29, 2024. The issue involves the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activating without any obstacle present","quote_3_odi":"11746756","quote_3_text":"This is the third time this vehicle has experienced wheel lock-up during braking. The first occurrence was over three months ago, while one driver was driving alone","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-engine-head-gasket","label":"Engine head gasket failure and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750728","quote_1_text":"At 112,000 miles, the engine in my 2024 Honda CR-V Sport Hybrid (2.0L Atkinson-cycle engine) suffered a catastrophic head gasket failure, causing severe coolant intrusion into the cylinders. All scheduled maintenance intervals in the owner's manual were followed and documented","quote_2_odi":"11749898","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2024 Honda CRV Sport - L Hybrid, the vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic head gasket failure at 108K - miles. This resulted in an immediate, unexpected loss of engine power. The dashboard engine light came on \"Emissions system problem","quote_3_odi":"11630082","quote_3_text":"My brand new vehicle is in the dealership for the 5th time. 1st incidence was well under 6K miles. Upon diagnosis they changed all 4 fuel injectors and again my car broke last night. Lost power in the middle of the highway leaving me stranded on a deadly situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-mirror-crack-cold","label":"Side mirror glass cracking without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11649814","quote_1_text":"Driver's side outside mirror has a complete horizontal crack without any visible sign of impact. This crack creates a \"hall of mirrors\" effect that impairs and obstructs my ability to see cars approaching from behind","quote_2_odi":"11629378","quote_2_text":"I was in Albemarle, NC on Nov 24-25 and my car was parked outside. My mirror was not cracked when I parked it Sunday night and there was not a vehicle parked next to me. It was 36 degrees outside that morning and there was frost on the car","quote_3_odi":"11641194","quote_3_text":"Drivers side mirror cracked. No contact was made with anything, it just cracked. Honda would not cover as part of warranty. It created a huge safety concern as the visual out of this mirror was on two different planes and you could not see clearly to make a lane change","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-steering-gearbox-recall","label":"Steering gearbox recall delays and wheel binding","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11629198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda CR-V. The contact's daughter attempted to make a left turn while at a stop light; however, the steering wheel failed to operate as needed. Due to the failure, the contact's daughter lost control of the vehicle and crashed into an electrical pole","quote_2_odi":"11751626","quote_2_text":"I am reporting multiple factory defects on my 2024 Honda CR-V, led by a severe, confirmed steering safety defect commonly known as 'sticky steering' where the steering wheel sticks/notches while driving and requires excessive force to correct, causing dangerous lane swerving","quote_3_odi":"11736091","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Honda CRV was part of the recall for potential steering gearbox issues. Recall repair took place on 4/2/2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof or moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737290","quote_1_text":"While driving on the Interstate, the sunroof shattered. The middle section was completely shattered with glass remaining on the edges. I attempted to contain the remaining pieces by putting duct tape across the whole top","quote_2_odi":"11711733","quote_2_text":"The Incident: On January 16, 2026, around 9:00 AM, while I was driving on the Edens Expressway from Glenview to Evanston, I heard a loud \"explosion-type\" sound","quote_3_odi":"11659017","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded. Some glass fell on passengers inside of vehicle. Our vehicle is at the dealership waiting for inspection by someone from Honda. This happened without warning while we were driving at approx. 60mph. Heard a loud boom and realized the sunroof has broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11716892","quote_1_text":"When pulling slowly into a parking spot, engaged the brake and the vehicle suddenly accelerated, causing a collision into a brick pillar. Injury to driver occurred","quote_2_odi":"11649550","quote_2_text":"On Nov. 15, 2023, this vehicle had an episode of unintended acceleration as I was pulling into our garage. This resulted in the front end of the car crashing into material that was stored against a garage wall","quote_3_odi":"11681899","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda CR-V. The contact stated that while attempting to park while the vehicle was in drive (D), she collided with bushes, and while she depressed the accelerator pedal, the gears inadvertently changed from drive (D) to reverse (R), causing the vehicle to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"honda-cr-v-2024-wiper-washer-fluid","label":"Washer fluid fails to reach the passenger side windshield","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":374,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751862","quote_1_text":"Windshield wiper washer does not properly clean the windshield. Holding the wiper stalk in the spray position , the spray only squirts for a sec or so as the wiper blade is vertical . Not enough cleaning solution is deposited in the correct location to clean the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11741692","quote_2_text":"• The wipers do not distribute washer fluid at all to the passenger side of the windshield. The design of washer fluid distribution is terrible and this is obviously quite dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11643332","quote_3_text":"Failed component: The windshield washer system is faulty – particularly the passenger side. Honda refers to it as a “wet arm wiper” system. More specifically, the washer fluid is emitted from the wiper arm instead of a more direct spraying method","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756985","quote_1_text":"Went full speed into a ditch which totaled the car and no airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11724293","quote_2_text":"I was involved in an accident which resulted in my C-RV being totaled. Another vehicle pulled out immediately in front of me and I crashed into it. None of my airbags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11709911","quote_3_text":"Wife was rear ended by tractor trailer while sitting still going in the back of another vehicle and no airbags deployed causing wife to hit head on steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702442","quote_1_text":"Driving with no other cars in sight the crv randomly slammed the brakes on and showed break in the info center. This happened twice last night","quote_2_odi":"11683433","quote_2_text":"This braking issue happened on 4 occasions. While in stop and go traffic I would be braking, nursing the brakes the car would take over and slam me to a complete stop. It would not go again until I hit the gas","quote_3_odi":"11691236","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2025 Honda CR-V EX-L on October 3, 2025, at approximately 8:00 AM PST, the automatic emergency braking system (Collision Mitigation Braking System) activated unexpectedly. There were no vehicles in front or behind me, and road conditions were normal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-sensor-theft-grille","label":"Front radar sensor theft from grille emblem","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694042","quote_1_text":"My parked 2025 Honda CR-V had front radar sensor stolen in daytime . I am fearful this can happen again due to easy assessibility","quote_2_odi":"11741302","quote_2_text":"Honda put the CR-V lidar censor behind the logo emblem on the front grill. The logo is easy to remove, and the censors are being stolen at alarming rates. They're utterly unprotected, and cost over 2000 to fix/replace","quote_3_odi":"11633454","quote_3_text":"The radar sensor on our Honda 2025 CR-V was stolen. It is apparently a very easy thing to do and has been rampant in many regions of the country. It takes about 30 seconds to take from the car, and costs thousands to replace","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-side-mirror-defects","label":"Side mirror vibration, distortion, and cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633513","quote_1_text":"From the day I drove my brand new 2025 Honda CR-V off the lot after purchasing it, in the driver's side rear view mirror, the mirror vibrates terribly as soon as you are going 35/45+mph. The faster the speed, the worse the vibration is","quote_2_odi":"11661796","quote_2_text":"Drivers door mirror glass vibrates excessively at highway speed causing dizziness and complete lack of visibility from the mirror","quote_3_odi":"11711843","quote_3_text":"Car safely parked in driveway was turned on to defrost snow from it (no ice). When completed, drivers side mirror was cracked from corner to corner. No possible impact to the vehicle and had not been moved, so had to be the result of defrosting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky, notchy steering wheel movement","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673599","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Honda CR-V. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, as the contact slowed to follow a slight right hand curve on the road, the steering wheel pulled to the right","quote_2_odi":"11728864","quote_2_text":"STEERING: 2025 Honda CRV steering became \"sticky\" when veering left, making it difficult to maneuver back to center and the steering could feel a bit jumpy. There were also faint clicks when driving in circles to the left","quote_3_odi":"11634827","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE (#24V-744). I HAVE TWICE SCHEDULED APPOINTMENTS WITH HONDA OF MENTOR (OHIO) TO SERVICE THE RECALL, AND I HAVE TWICE BEEN CANCELLED, IN THAT A \"PART\" WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742977","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway , sunroof exploded. there were no other vehicles around , we did not hit anything. The sunroof exploded while were driving 65 MPD . Only glass left was about 2 inched all around the seal","quote_2_odi":"11735705","quote_2_text":"The panoramic sunroof glass on my 2025 Honda CR-V Hybrid spontaneously shattered while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied in an indoor garage for approximately one week. There was no external impact, airborne object, or temperature extreme involved","quote_3_odi":"11712536","quote_3_text":"While driving at 65-75mph down a highway the sunroof glass shattered outward spraying the hood of my vehicle with glass shards. I was fortunate my interior sunroof cover was closed but had it not been glass would have been all over me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-unintended-accel-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743489","quote_1_text":"As I was pulling into a parking space inside a parking structure, ground floor, my car suddenly accelerated, jumped the curb, going through landscape hedge and landing on front hood of a parked vehicle outside of the parking structure","quote_2_odi":"11708389","quote_2_text":"At approximately 6:00 PM on December 29, 2025, I was parking my vehicle in the Montague Foods parking lot at 8761 Ferry St in Montague, MI 49437. As I was pulling into the parking space, I had firm pressure on the brake pedal and was not pressing the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"11734004","quote_3_text":"Date of Accident: April 13, 2026 I drove into our church parking lot and then parked next to my husband’s car and was totally stopped and in the parking space","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2025-wiper-washer-spray","label":"Ineffective windshield wiper and washer spray pattern","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666249","quote_1_text":"My windshield wipers are ineffective. The liquid cleaner does not spray until the wipers are pointing out, thus causing the liquid spray to roll off the car and NOT clean the spots in the driver's field of vision","quote_2_odi":"11741034","quote_2_text":"Washer fluid pours out onto windshield instead of spraying. This causes excessive use of washer fluid and a windshield that is not being cleaned effectively resulting in possible hazardous driving conditions due to visibility issues","quote_3_odi":"11708953","quote_3_text":"The drivers side wiper does not sweep the whole windshield. It stops short of the upright pillar (at the top of the sweep) by several inches. This extends the natural blind spot (created by the pillar) an extra few inches","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-brake-loss-warnings","label":"Loss of braking with brake system warnings","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11707132","quote_1_text":"New 2026 Honda CRV, 2 months old, 1,500 miles on it. Total brake failure, no response when pressing pedal. Had to hit curb to stop car. CMBS warnings occurred. Turned car off and back on and brakes started working again","quote_2_odi":"11735413","quote_2_text":"On May 2nd, 2026, while driving my 2026 Honda CRV EX, which I purchased less than 3 months ago, I got a warning on my dashboard saying \"Brake System Problem: Brake Performance may be reduced. See your dealer.\"","quote_3_odi":"11748395","quote_3_text":"Sudden loss of braking power on June 29, 2026, with sudden brake warnings. We had the same error after taking delivery of the vehicle in September 2025. The dealership repaired the vehicle (brake sensor)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-front-radar-sensor-theft","label":"Front radar sensor theft disabling driver assists","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735963","quote_1_text":"The front radar sensor (behind the H emblem on the front grill) was stolen. The car still drives, but all the safety features tied to it are now disabled. Honda service center wants $119 just to diagnose it","quote_2_odi":"11735975","quote_2_text":"The front radar sensor behind the emblem on the grill is very easily stolen due to a design flaw. It was stolen, replaced, and stolen a second time","quote_3_odi":"11743220","quote_3_text":"Someone stole my radar sensors that is located behind the front Honda emblem. My car still drives but critical security features are disabled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-glass-cracking-shattering","label":"Sunroof and windshield glass cracking or shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739985","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds, the factory sunroof glass panel of my brand-new Honda CRV spontaneously exploded outward with a loud bang, sounding like a gunshot","quote_2_odi":"11738843","quote_2_text":"The moonroof glass on my 2026 Honda CR-V TrailSport shattered unexpectedly without any known impact, collision, or road debris strike","quote_3_odi":"11752821","quote_3_text":"Brand new car, 2026. Rear window explodes for no reason. It has happened twice and is a hazard for me to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-infotainment-freeze-reboot","label":"Infotainment freezes, reboots, and audio malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753549","quote_1_text":"While connected to infotainment system with Bluetooth or cable the system reboots or freezes up to 6 times In An 1 hour drive","quote_2_odi":"11731501","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system reboots while driving, including on the highway. This has happened since day one, and Honda has said they do not have a fix","quote_3_odi":"11701228","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the infotainment system screen occasionally turned black or would freeze, which prevented the driver from having access to systems or safety features that could only be engaged through the infotainment system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-powertrain-power-loss","label":"Momentary loss of power during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752133","quote_1_text":"While accelerating having made a right turn from a stop at an intersection, the drive train lost power for several seconds and the car slowed before accelerating normally","quote_2_odi":"11729994","quote_2_text":"While accelerating on an on ramp to an interstate highway, in normal drive mode, at approximately 45 mph, the drive train lost power for 4 to 6 seconds and the car slowed. The power meter dropped from approximately 35% to 15%","quote_3_odi":"11731833","quote_3_text":"While driving at 55 mph in normal drive mode, the power train lost power and the car slowed. I depressed the accelerator pedal further, but the car continued to slow for several seconds before accelerating normally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-side-mirror-crack-vibration","label":"Side mirror glass cracking and vibration","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11713583","quote_1_text":"The driver side mirror cracked. It occurred overnight during the first freeze since purchasing the vehicle. The crack was not a result of any physical impact to the mirror","quote_2_odi":"11687202","quote_2_text":"Driver side mirror vibrates at highway speeds causing blurred image. The housing is secure but the mirror itself begins to vibrate at 50mph making it difficult to see the approaching traffic","quote_3_odi":"11716428","quote_3_text":"I noticed that my driver side mirror was cracked vertically. There was no other damage or any spot that would have been an impact point. It had not been there the night before","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750425","quote_1_text":"We were pulling into a parking space and were almost completely stopped. Suddenly the gas engine revved and we jumped the curb and crashed through the glass front of the restaurant we had ordered food from","quote_2_odi":"11732520","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle in a parking space with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated over the curb and crashed into the brick wall of a convenience store","quote_3_odi":"11717908","quote_3_text":"As I began making a turn, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated without my intention to increase speed. This unexpected acceleration caused the vehicle to strike a small tree","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-V","model_slug":"cr-v","cluster_id":"cr-v-2026-washer-spray-coverage","label":"Windshield washer spray missing the windshield","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11757022","quote_1_text":"The windshield washer fluid does not dispense until the wipers are in a directly up position, spraying the fluid either onto the side windows or off the side of the car when in motion","quote_2_odi":"11747425","quote_2_text":"Windshield wipers have built-in sprayers that only actuate when the wiper is in the vertical position, resulting in wiper fluid not being dispersed in field of vision, preventing cleaning of the windshield and significantly impairing vision while driving","quote_3_odi":"11723186","quote_3_text":"The washer fluid only sprays on approximately half of the windshield instead of covering the full glass area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/cr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-cv-axle-power-train-failure","label":"CV axle and power train failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11546850","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda CR-Z. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who repaired the front axle. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 12V256000 (Power Train)","quote_2_odi":"11434814","quote_2_text":"As I was pulling away from a stop sign, the right-hand CV shaft snapped in the middle. Fortunately, I had just enough speed to coast into a parking lot, so I was not a traffic obstacle. On closer inspection, the failure occurred underneath the rubber/metal dynamic damper clamped","quote_3_odi":"10398663","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-Z. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD ABNORMALLY. ALSO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT AN UNUSUAL CLUNKING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATING AND WAS A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-door-handle-lock-failure","label":"Door handle and lock actuator failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11074520","quote_1_text":"DRIVER DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM OUTSIDE. PROBLEM STARTED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, THEN GOT WORSE SO THAT THE DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE NO MATTER WHAT. USING PASSENGER DOOR NOW TO GET IN, AND IT IS NOW FAILING IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, AND I","quote_2_odi":"11032233","quote_2_text":"BOTH DOOR HANDLES HAVE MALFUNCTIONED AND I HAVE NO WAY OF ENTERING THE CAR!","quote_3_odi":"10903562","quote_3_text":"DOOR KNOB ON DRIVIERS SIDE WON'T OPEN AND FINALLY BROKE. RUST ON INSIDE OF HATCHBACK. PASSENGERS SIDE DOOR IS NOT OPENING LIKE IT SHOULD. BEEN HAVING TROUBLE SINCE I PURCHASED CAR. IT IS A DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-electric-power-steering-malfunction","label":"Electric power steering assist malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11453593","quote_1_text":"On February 15 I took a short drive into Woodstock, Vt. My trip into Woodstock was without incident, except for the fact that I got a \"check tire pressure\" alert, probably due to the very cold weather. When I finished my business and restarted the car, there was an additional","quote_2_odi":"11052655","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS PERIODICALLY STARTED EXHIBITING STRANGE AND DANGEROUS ISSUES WITH THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (WHILE STOPPED AND AT VARIOUS SPEEDS) AND, OF GREATER CONCERN, WHEN THE COMPUTER IS DETECTING ISSUES IT IS NOT SHUTTING DOWN THE EPS SYSTEM AS IT SHOULD BUT, INSTEAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-loss-of-braking-effectiveness","label":"Loss of braking effectiveness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10628492","quote_1_text":"I ENTERED I 40 W. FROM THE ENTRANCE RAMP AT EXIT 150 IN STATESVILLE N. C. AND TRAVELED APPROX. 23 MILES TO EXIT RAMP 128 I 40 W. AT CLAIRMONT N.C. I HAD THE CRUISE CONTROL ON AND HAD ACTUATED THE ECON. BUTTON. AS I EXITED THE INTERSTATE I APPLIED THE BRAKE BUT GOT NO BRAKING","quote_2_odi":"10505648","quote_2_text":"NOTE: THIS IS THE SECOND FRONTAL BASED CRASH LISTED ON THIS SITE FOR A HONDA 2011 CRZ PERHAPS THE DRIVER THAT WAS INVOLVED WITH THE PREVIOUS CRASH DID NOT REALIZE THE BRAKES FAILED. AT APPROXIMATELY 17:17 I NOTICED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME WAS STOPPED IN TRAFFIC I TRIED TO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-seat-belt-pretension-frontal-crash","label":"Seat belt pretensioning in frontal crash","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2011-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10428235","quote_1_text":"****REVISION TO PREVIOUS COMPLAINT**** I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN THIS VEHICLE. I AM FINE, HOWEVER, THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME TO THE SEAT PROPERLY. AS THE IMPACT HAPPENED THE SEAT BELT LOCKED AND HELD ME MIDWAY, FROM THE BACK OF THE SEAT TO THE","quote_2_odi":"10428020","quote_2_text":"I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION IN THIS VEHICLE. I AM FINE, HOWEVER, THE SEAT BELT DID NOT HOLD ME TO THE SEAT PROPERLY. AS THE IMPACT HAPPENED THE SEAT BELT LOCKED AND HELD ME MIDWAY, FROM THE BACK OF THE SEAT TO THE STEERING WHEEL, AND DID NOT 'PRETENSION' ME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"CR-Z","model_slug":"cr-z","cluster_id":"crz-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10908591","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA CR-Z. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"10905549","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM HONDA REGARDING THIS RECALL IN MARCH OF 2016. I CONSIDER MYSELF A REASONABLE MAN BUT ITS BEEN MORE THAN 5 MONTHS AND STILL NO PARTS AVAILABLE. THE LETTER STATES THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. MY DEALER HAS BEEN LESS THAN","quote_3_odi":"10894748","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR MY AIRBAG INFLATOR TO COME IN SINCE MARCH 2ND. I HAVE BEEN IN A RENTAL FOR OVER FOUR MONTHS. I HAVE CALLED GILLMAN HONDA SAN ANTONIO MONTHLY FOR AN UPDATE ON IT ETA. IT WAS FIRST LATE MAY/EARLY JUNE, THEN IT WAS LATE JUNE, THEN IT WAS SUMMER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/cr-z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11445240","quote_1_text":"Car was total air bag didn't didn't work!!","quote_2_odi":"10479121","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, THEN PUSHED HEAD ON INTO A UTILITY POLE. THE VEHICLE'S SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT THE FRONT AIR BAG DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-axle-vibration","label":"Front axle vibration and shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11412971","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING ABNORMALLY. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"11090066","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 CROSSTOUR IS NOW SUFFERING FROM WHAT SEEMS TO BE THE VERY COMMON SHAKING/SHUDDERING ISSUE. THE PROBLEM PRESENTS BETWEEN 20-45MPH AND AGAIN AROUND 60MPH, WHILE UNDER ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10894890","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE HARSH VIBRATIONS - MOSTLY ON ANY ROAD GOING ABOVE 30MPH UNDER ACCELERATION THE AND HARSH VIBRATION IS FELT THROUGH OUT THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT SIDE OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-brake-caliper","label":"Brake caliper and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11373744","quote_1_text":"SINCE I HAVE OWNED THE CAR, AND I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, I HAVE HAD THE BRAKES, ROTORS, AND CALIPERS REPLACED EVERY 6 MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"10604245","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED ON MAY 25,2014, THE LEFT REAR BRAKE CALIPER SUDDENLY DETACHED, RESULTING IN A SIGNIFICANT LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY. THE REAR BRAKES WERE SERVICED ON APRIL 10, 2014. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THE CALIPER SLIDE PIN BOLT WAS MISSING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-engine-timing-belt","label":"Timing belt and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11622188","quote_1_text":"Car was due for timing belt maintenance at 100k miles. Timing belt and related parts were changed August 2023. I was told belt will last 100k miles. October 2024, 13.5 months later, the belt fails and causes catastrophic damage to the engine","quote_2_odi":"11281044","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SEIZED AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PARK ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD FOR THIRTY MINUTES WHERE IT TOOK MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO RESTART THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11258536","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE FOULING SPARK PLUGS ABOUT EVERY 3-6 MONTH DUE TO OIL GETTING INTO THE CYLINDER(S) CAUSING SHUTTERING, LOSS OF POWER AND STALLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-seat-discomfort","label":"Seat and head restraint discomfort","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2013-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10494634","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD REST WOULD PUSH HIS HEAD FORWARD, CAUSING HIM PAIN. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DEFECT CAUSED HIS ARM TO BECOME NUMB AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"10487653","quote_2_text":"THE SEATS IN THE 2012 HONDA CROSSTOUR I JUST LEASED ARE HORRIFIC. THEY ARE EXTREMELY UNCOMFORTABLE AND THE POSITIONING ENCOURAGES POOR POSTURAL HABITS AND CANNOT BE TOLERATED FOR ANY LENGTH OF TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2012-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11398171","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE IN A RETRACTED POSITION. VEHICLE WAS ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT THE TIME AND GLASS RAINED INTO THE CABIN CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION","quote_2_odi":"10575456","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING SOUTH ON HIGHWAY 680 IN WALNUT CREEK CA AROUND 2;00 PM. TRAFFIC WAS VERY LIGHT AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED AFTER A LOUD BANG!","quote_3_odi":"10565656","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE INTERSTATE WHEN THERE WAS A BOOM ABOVE OUR CAR AND THEN WHAT SOUNDED LIKE ICE FALLING DOWN THE BACK OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2013-abs-vsa-modulator-lights","label":"ABS/VSA modulator warning light activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11752537","quote_1_text":"ABS Module failure causing anti-lock braking and tractional control issues due to known manufacturing defect with failed solder connections","quote_2_odi":"11587938","quote_2_text":"The FCW, LDW, ABS, and the traction control lights came on a couple of days after I had brand new factory brakes and rotors put on. I took it to the dealership and they told me this has been a known issue with the Crosstours for a while","quote_3_odi":"11541141","quote_3_text":"ABS modulator failure warning lights: \"Brakes\", \"ABS\", \"LDW\", \"FCW\", \"System Failure\", \"Traction Control\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2013-accel-hesitation","label":"Hesitation on acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10725433","quote_1_text":"WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPLIGHT, A SLIGHT PUSH ON THE GAS PEDAL HAS NO EFFECT ON THE CAR. SINCE THERE IS NO REACTION FROM THE CAR I WILL PUSH DOWN SLIGHTLY FURTHER ON THE GAS PEDAL IN WHICH CASE THE CAR ABSOLUTELY TAKES OFF AND ALMOST SPINS TIRES","quote_2_odi":"10567584","quote_2_text":"THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR IN OCTOBER 2013 AND CONTINUES TO DATE. WHEN STOPPED AT INTERSECTION AND MODERATELY ACCELERATE, THE CAR DOESN'T MOVE. IT CAUSE YOU TO PANIC AND ACCELERATE HARDER AND THEN THE CAR JERKS AND TAKES OFF TOO FAST","quote_3_odi":"10535608","quote_3_text":"HESITATION: WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, AFTER STOPPING, IN MANY INSTANCES THERE IS A VERY PRONOUNCED HESITATION BEFORE THE CAR STARTS FORWARD. THIS IS A REAL PROBLEM WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC OR ACCELERATE FROM A STOP SIGN OR TRAFFIC LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2013-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11703384","quote_1_text":"Complaint Summary: Steering system failure remains unresolved after Honda warranty repair. Complete loss of electric power steering. Complaint Details: I experienced a sudden and complete loss of electric power steering on my 2013 Honda Crosstour V6","quote_2_odi":"11322979","quote_2_text":"AT 92,886 MILES, CRANKED MY PARKED CAR UP TO BACK OUT OF THE GARAGE AND NOTICED THE EPS WARNING LIGHT WAS ON AND REMAINED ON. AS I ATTEMPTED TO BACK OUT, I WAS COMPLETELY UNABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11221846","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED IN 2016. IN 2018 WITH ABOUT 80K ON THE ODOMETER I BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE INTERMITTENT EPS FAILURE. THE FIRST TIME I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND FELT THE STEERING GET HEAVIER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2013-starter-grinding-failure","label":"Starter motor grinding on engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11529158","quote_1_text":"The starter system is intermittent and grinds on occasion which keeps the car from starting. If I were in a situation where the car must start, ie: on a railroad track etc., this would be deadly!","quote_2_odi":"11474922","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle made grinding noises and hesitated to start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who was unable to duplicate the failure","quote_3_odi":"10958759","quote_3_text":"STARTING EARLIER THIS YEAR MY WIFE PUSHED THE START BUTTON AND IT MADE NOISE BUT DIDN'T START. I TOLD HER TO TRY AGAIN AND IT STARTED. THE STARTER IS TURNING BUT IS NOT MAKING FULL CONTACT WITH THE FLYWHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2014-abs-vsa-warning-lights","label":"ABS/VSA warning light illumination and module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11713364","quote_1_text":"I first experienced the ABS, Traction Control, and Brake warning lights on December 20, 2025, while driving","quote_2_odi":"11549453","quote_2_text":"FDW, LDW, TRAC, and ABS lights are on. Honda Service center ran a diagnostic check and recommended replacing VSA Modulator. Issue is common and is due to VSA modulator having small gauge wires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2014-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure and abnormal noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11397506","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) FAILED WHILE DRIVING (65 MPH) ON THE INTERSTATE (I29, 1/22/21). IMMEDIATELY DROVE VEHICLE TO HONDA DEALER AND CODE WAS RESET","quote_2_odi":"10664820","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA CROSSTOUR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE. ADDITIONALLY, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN IN ORDER TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2014-rear-wheel-tire-wear","label":"Rear wheel misalignment and premature tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11384595","quote_1_text":"REAR WHEELS BECAME CUPPED DUE TO MISALIGNMENT DESPITE HAVING ONLY 24,000 MILES. REAR WHEEL DO NOT HAVE THE ABILITY TO ADJUST CAMBER WHICH LEADS TO THE ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11083191","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY CAR IN TO THE DEALER ON 3/19/2018 AND GOT AN OIL CHANGE AND GOT MY TIRES ROTATED AND BALANCED( AND THEY WERE FINE) WHILE RUNNING MY CAR THROUGH THE CAR WASH THEY CRACKED A WHEEL VALVE, I HAD TO TAKE IT BACK ON 4/3/18 BECAUSE I WAS HAVING PROBLEMS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2014-starter-no-start","label":"Starter grinding noise and no-start on ignition attempt","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11636733","quote_1_text":"I am having problems with my car starting… even after replacing the starter 3 times. I am having the exact issue referenced in TSB No.16-002","quote_2_odi":"11528506","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contact stated that on separate occasions after he depressed the brake pedal then push the start/ stop button to start the vehicle, he could hear grinding and spinning on start-up, but the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11053317","quote_3_text":"STARTER DOES NOT ENGAGE, WHEN BUTTON IS PUSHED OFTEN THE STARTER SIMPLY SPINS. TRIED BATTERY REPLACEMENT, DID RESEARCH AND FOUND THERE IS A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE WHERE THE STARTER ISN'T ALIGNED QUITE PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise-control activation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433384","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Honda Crosstour. The contacat stated that after making a right turn and slowing down to about 15 mph when the contact noticed the vehicle began accelerating more than intended","quote_2_odi":"11302461","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 HONDA ACCORD, 6 CYLINDER , ACCELERATED SUDDENLY. I STOPPED AT KIOSK TO PAY FOR CAR WASH. WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN GEAR IT SHOT FORWARD AT EXTREME SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11124230","quote_3_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 3,2018 WHILE TRAVELING ON INTERSTATE 81 S AT EXIT 39 IN SMYTHCOUNTY VIRGINIA, AS THIS DRIVER ACCELERATED UP TO SPEED, SAID VEHICLE'S CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED WITHOUT BEING PROMPTED BY THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling on white pearl finish","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11684694","quote_1_text":"I noticed paint peeling several years ago. It has progressively gotten worse. It is peeling in more places than can easily be repaired. A quick internet search indicates there is a class action lawsuit for this very problem. My vehicle is the affected white color. This","quote_2_odi":"11573003","quote_2_text":"The paint started peeling off of my car slowly in small sections down both sides of my hatchback rear window over 2 years ago I took it into my local Honda dealership last year and was told there was no recall even though I find evidence to the contrary online","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Crosstour","model_slug":"crosstour","cluster_id":"crosstour-2015-starter-grinding-no-start","label":"Starter grinding noise, intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11498562","quote_1_text":"Vehicle starter grinds and does not start. happens on several occasions !","quote_2_odi":"11219305","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE DID NOT START X2, WITH TYPICAL STARTER-RELATED GRINDING NOISE. HONDA HAS A STARTER PROBLEM IN A MODEL YEAR WITH A DOCUMENTED SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR STARTER PROBLEMS. APPARENTLY MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE CAMPAIGN. SERVICE BULLETIN TSB 16-002","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/crosstour","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Element","model_slug":"element","cluster_id":"element-2010-engine-failure","label":"Engine power loss and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11097542","quote_1_text":"INTERMITANT SHUDDERING AND LOSS OF POWER UNDER ACCELERATION. TROUBLE CODE P2646","quote_2_odi":"11075646","quote_2_text":"AT 118,000 MILES THE ENGINE IN MY 2010 HONDA ELEMENT SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. AFTER THE ENGINE WAS REMOVED, IT SHOWED THAT A PISTON HAD STOPPED CREATING HEAT SIGNIFICANT ENOUGH TO FUSE IT TO THE CYLINDER. PRIOR TO STOPPING THE ONLY SIGN OF AN ISSUE WAS ODD REVVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/element","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Element","model_slug":"element","cluster_id":"element-2010-rear-trailing-arm-rust","label":"Rear trailing arm frame corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11710344","quote_1_text":"Rear trailing arm attachment point to frame is rusting out and will cause the trailing arm to detatch from the frame. Vert little rust anywhere else on the car. This is a wide spread issue and very common with this model. Why is honda not taking this serious?","quote_2_odi":"11663602","quote_2_text":"Left rear trailing arm rusted right out of the mount while driving. I was driving about 10 mph off of a two-way stop, crossing the intersection of [XXX] (straight, no turn) As I got through the intersection the back left end dropped, something metal scraped and halted my","quote_3_odi":"11587436","quote_3_text":"My name is [XXX] and I am the owner of this vehicle. On [XXX] 2024, my daughter was driving this vehicle at approximately 30 miles per hour when the drivers side rear trailing arm separated from the frame and caused the tire/wheel to destabilize and hung crooked from the side of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/element","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Element","model_slug":"element","cluster_id":"element-2010-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear quarter window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11674450","quote_1_text":"I had arrived home on 7/17/2025 and was sitting in my parked vehicle under my carport talking on the phone when I heard a very loud bang. I was disoriented and worried that my safety may be at risk, so I asked the person I was speaking to if they would stay on the line with me","quote_2_odi":"10400565","quote_2_text":"I WAS MOWING MY LAWN WHEN THE LAWN-MOWER KICKED UP A SMALL (LESS THAN 1.5 CM DIAMETER) PEBBLE AND THREW IT INTO THE REAR WINDOW. THE ENTIRE WINDOW SHATTERED, THE SIDES FELL OUT, THE MIDDLE CRACKED ALL THE WAY ACROSS. YOU COULD SEE A SMALL WHITE AREA(SIZE OF A DIME) WHERE THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/element","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Element","model_slug":"element","cluster_id":"element-2010-spongy-brake-pedal","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11025420","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 HONDA ELEMENT SC AND IT HAS A VERY SPONGE LIKE BREAK PEDDLE. (HAPPENS STOPED OR DRIVING)IT WILL GO TO THE FLOOR IF IT IS PRESSED HARD ENOUGH. THE BREAK FLUID HAS BEEN REPLACED ALONG WITH ALL BREAK PADS AND THE PROBLEM STILL ACCURS. ALL WORK WAS DONE BY DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"10838658","quote_2_text":"BRAKES VERY SPONGY, GOING ALMOST DOWN TO FLOOR, CAUSING A DANGEROUS INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE ON THE HIGHWAY MY MECHANIC BLED THE SYSTEM SEVERAL TIMES TO NO AVAIL. THEN CHANGED THE MASTER CYLINDER. STILL SPONGY, THEN THE MECHANIC CHECKED FOR HONDA SERVICE BULLETINS REGARDING","quote_3_odi":"10783356","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ELEMENT. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE VSA MODULE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/element","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Element","model_slug":"element","cluster_id":"element-2010-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall parts and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11054398","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED \"TAKATA RECALL\" A NOTICE FROM AUTO AIRBAG SETTLEMENT, SETTLEMENT ADMINISTRATOR PO BOX 3207 PORTLAND, OR 97208-3207 AS A CURRENT OWNER AND I WILL TRY TO CONTACT THE ADMINISTRATOR. ALSO I WILL CALL THE HONDA COMPANY ABOUT THIS VEHICLE. RIGHT NOW THE LIGHT INDICATING","quote_2_odi":"10968874","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 HONDA ELEMENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, A SECOND VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER AND REAR DRIVER SIDE OCCUPANT SUSTAINED MULTIPLE","quote_3_odi":"10715688","quote_3_text":"HONDA HAS BEEN NON RESPONSIVE TO NHTSA RECALL 14V-351. AFTER RECEIVING THE RECALL NOTICE WHICH SAID THE DEFECT COULD KILL OR INJURE ME I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE THE REPLACEMENT OF THE AIRBAG. HONDA REFUSED TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE BACK ORDERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/element","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-axle-driveshaft-fracture","label":"Front axle and driveshaft fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11183567","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 1, 2019, OUR 2010 HONDA FIT'S LEFT FRONT AXLE BROKE SUDDENLY UNDER NORMAL ACCELERATION IN A STRAIGHT LINE FROM A STOP, ON LEVEL GROUND. UPON INSPECTION, FOUND THAT THE AXLE HAD CORRODED TO THE POINT THAT WELL UNDER HALF OF THE ORIGINAL CROSS SECTION WAS STILL INTACT","quote_2_odi":"11266612","quote_2_text":"THE AXLE ON MY CAR HAS BROKE THREE DIFFERENT TIMES IN THE PAST 8 MONTHS, NOT THE RESULT FROM AN ACCIDENT. I TURNED OUT OF A GAS STATION AT AND HEARD A POP AND THEN A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE. CAR WOULD NOT GO FORWARDS OR BACKWARDS","quote_3_odi":"11421202","quote_3_text":"Driveshaft snapped. Replaced by dealer at considerable expense. Honda opened a case number #11878648, but refuses to pay or return calls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-eps-assist-loss-lockup","label":"Electric power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11079916","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL INTERMITTENTLY FREEZES UP, FOR ABOUT A SECOND, AT LEAST ONCE EVERY DAY THAT I DRIVE THE CAR. NO INDICATOR LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD TURN ON DURING OR AFTER THESE EVENTS. SEVERAL TIMES IT HAS BEEN NOTICED WHILE MAKING TURNS, WHICH IS VERY UNSETTLING. I NO LONGER","quote_2_odi":"11154614","quote_2_text":"WHILE STEERING ON THE ROAD (IN MOTION), OUR 2010 HONDA FIT SUDDENLY JERKS IN THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION FROM THE TURN, LEADING TO A NUMBER OF NEAR-MISS ACCIDENTS. THE PROBLEM WAS FIRST NOTICED IN FALL OF 2018. DEALER WAS ABLE TO REPLICATE THE PROBLEM AND SAYS THE ELECTRONIC STEERING","quote_3_odi":"11166130","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF POWER STEERING POWER ELECTRICAL SURGES WHILE IN MOTION ON HIGHWAY AND SECONDARY ROADS. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY RAMPS ONTO FREEWAY, ALSO EXITING FREEWAY ON EXIT RAMPS.GOGGLED HONDA FIT POWER STEERING PROBLEMS A LOT OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE SAME PROBLEMS VERY.DANGEROUS FOR MY 20 YR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-paint-peeling-roof-hood","label":"Roof and hood clear coat and paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10909513","quote_1_text":"CLEAR COAT AND PAINT ON THE HONDA FIT ARE DEFECTIVE. PEELING BEGAN AFTER ABOUT 3 1/2 YEARS OF OWNERSHIP. THERE ARE LARGE PATCHES OF MISSING PAINT ON THE ROOF AND A PATCH ON THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11005404","quote_2_text":"MY ISSUE IS WITH THE QUICKLY DEGRADING PAINT JOB ON MY VEHICLE. I HAVE DONE NOTHING DIFFERENT FROM ANY OTHER CAR I HAVE OWNED, AND I AM PARKED IN AN APARTMENT COMPLEX PARKING LOT WHERE ALL OF MY NEIGHBORS CARS ARE NOT HAVING ANY ISSUES. THE ONLY CAR IN THE PARKING LOT WITH PAINT","quote_3_odi":"11043610","quote_3_text":"PAINT IS CHALKING AND CRACKING OFF MY HOOD AND ROOF. STARTED NOTICING IN MARCH 2017. ASKED HONDA SERVICE CENTER ABOUT IT AND AFTER SENDING ME TO A PAINT SPECIALIST TO GET IT LOOKED AT/PAINT JOB ESTIMATE AND BEING TOLD IT LOOKED EXACTLY LIKE THE PAINT ISSUES HONDA CIVICS ARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-seat-headrest-strain","label":"Front seat head restraint neck strain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2011-01","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10342781","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED HONDA FIT AND DROVE IT HOME TO REALIZE THAT I HAVE TO EITHER DRIVE WITHOUT A HEAD RESTRAINT AND COMPROMISE MY SAFETY OR NOT BE ABLE TO DRIVE FOR MORE THAN 20 MINUTES A DAY. THE HEAD REST PUSHES MY HEAD FORWARD AND STRAINS MY NECK TO THE POINT THAT I EITHER HAVE TO","quote_2_odi":"10348532","quote_2_text":"MY BRAND NEW 2010 HONDA FIT SPORT IS BREAKING MY NECK! THE DESIGN OF THE HEADREST DOES NOT ALLOW ME TO SIT IN A COMFORTABLE POSITION. BECAUSE OF CHRONIC BACK PROBLEMS, I NORMALLY DRIVE WITH THE SEAT BACK IN AN ALMOST VERTICAL POSITION. THE TILT OF THE HEADREST FORCES MY HEAD","quote_3_odi":"10368326","quote_3_text":"SEATS IN HONDA FIT 2010 ARE CAUSING SEVERE BACK PROBLEMS TO THE POINT THAT I MAY NEED TO HAVE SURGERY. I AM NOT PRONE TO SEVERE LOWER BACK PROBLEMS BUT SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE I HAVE BEEN TO THE DOCTOR 3 TIMES AND SEEN A PHYSIOTHERAPIST. THE DOCTOR HAS NOW MADE AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10915062","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED THE NOTICE FOR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL IN JULY 2016 AND CALLED TO FOLLOW UP WITH THE NOTICE. I WAS TOLD THAT THE PART WOULD BE IN WITHIN A MONTH, BUT HAVE FOLLOWED UP MULTIPLE TIMES REGARDING THIS BECAUSE THE PART HAS BEEN BACKLOGGED. IT HAS BEEN","quote_2_odi":"10894466","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - THE STORY: DURING THE LAST SEVERAL YEARS, WE HAVE CHECKED ONLINE AT ALL OF THE VARIOUS WEB SITES TO SEE IF THIS VEHICLE WAS UNDER A RECALL FOR THE AIRBAGS. EACH TIME, WE FOUND THAT THIS CAR WAS NOT LISTED. IN MARCH OF THIS YEAR, WE RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL LETTER","quote_3_odi":"10888958","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE AIRBAGS RECALLED. LONG WAIT TIME. FOR DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG, I WAS ABLE TO GET ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION WHILE I WAITED FOR REPAIR BUT NOT FOR PASSENGER SIDE. HONDA WILL NOT PAY FOR ALTERNATE TRANSPORTATION WHILE I WAIT FOR THE PASSENGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2010-windshield-stress-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield stress cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2011-11","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10379273","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK, THERE WAS A LOUD POP AND A CRESCENT-SHAPED CRACK APPEARED ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE CRACK STARTS AT THE BOTTOM OF THE WINDSHIELD NEAR THE DRIVER'S HEAT VENT, RUNS UP APPROX 6 INCHES AND GOES OVER ABOUT 18 INCHES TO THE OTHER HEAT VENT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10412638","quote_2_text":"LONG STRESS FRACTURE IN THE WINDSHIELD, STARTING FROM EDGE ON PASSENGER'S SIDE AND EXTENDING FOR ABOUT 2 FEET TOWARDS THE CENTER. FRACTURE APPEARED FOR NO APPARENT REASON, AND THERE WAS NO CHIP, HENCE WAS NOT CAUSED BY A STONE. THE WINDSHIELD DID NOT SHATTER, THOUGH IN","quote_3_odi":"10435151","quote_3_text":"HONDA FIT WINDSHIELDS DEVELOP CRACKS WITH MINOR OR EVEN NO IMPACT! THERE IS A GROWING NUMBER OF REPORTS REGARDING THIS POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE AND HONDA NEEDS TO RESOLVE THIS. THIS IS OUR SECOND CRACKED WINDSHIELD WE FOUND WHEN GETTING INTO THE CAR IN THE MORNING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11203406","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 HONDA FIT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 7 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"10593624","quote_2_text":"I HYDROPLANED, GOING 10 MPH UNDER THE SPEED LIMIT, HIT EVERY QUARTER PANEL ALONG THE GUARDRAIL (INCLUDING A HEAD-ON COLLISION WITH THE GUARD RAIL), AND OUT OF 10 AIRBAGS, NOT ONE DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10532594","quote_3_text":"THE CAR IN FRONT STOPPED ON THE HIGHWAY BECAUSE OF ANOTHER DRIVER SWERVING TO EXIT. THIS CAUSED MY CAR TO REAR-END THE VEHICLE THAT WAS STOPPED DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF ME. MY CAR SUFFERED SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-cv-axle-driveshaft-failure","label":"CV axle and driveshaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11349321","quote_1_text":"BROKEN OR FRACTURED PASSENGER CV AXEL","quote_2_odi":"11318677","quote_2_text":"WHEN MY WIFE BACKED OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY ONTO THE STREET AND SHIFTED FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE, SHE HEARD A LOUD POP AND THEN SCRAPING NOISES. THE CAR THEN COULDN'T MOVE AND WE HAD TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND PUSH THE CAR BACK INTO THE DRIVEWAY TO BE TOWED TO OUR MECHANIC","quote_3_odi":"11241333","quote_3_text":"HONDA FIT 2011 ON 7/18/19 I WAS DRIVING WEST ON GOLF ROAD IN NILES, IL. AS I MADE A LEFT TURN AT THE LIGHT, THE FIT MADE A NOISE WHICH SOUNDED LIKE I HAD DRIVEN OVER A METAL BARREL. THE CAR LOST POWER AND DRIFTED INTO A STRIP MALL PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11546328","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Fit. The contact stated that the rear passenger and driver's side doors failed to open. The occupants in the rear seats were unable to exit the vehicle. The occupants had to climb over the seat and exit through the front doors","quote_2_odi":"11497991","quote_2_text":"The Honda fit has a known issue with door lock actuator. The car locks and unlocks several times now it just make a high squalling noise that prevent the car from being locked","quote_3_odi":"10854434","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS LOCKED AND UNLOCKED AUTOMATICALLY WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE REAR AND DRIVER SIDE DOOR LATCHES NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss with electrical shutoff","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11205736","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING (EPS) CUTS OUT AND BACK IN AT UNPREDICTABLE TIMES CAUSING STEERING TO BECOME STIFF AND UNSAFE. THE EPS INDICATOR COMES MOMENTARILY WHEN ASSISTED STEERING IS NOT AVAILABLE AND TURNS OFF WHEN POWER STEERING IS RESTORED","quote_2_odi":"11113154","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE DRIVING, AND THE RADIO CUT OUT MANY TIMES AS WELL. WHEN THE POWER STEERING FAILED I VEERED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE WHEEL UNTIL IT RESTORED. FORTUNATELY I WAS GOING LESS THAN 30MPH, AND AVOIDED AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10806600","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY MY 2011 HONDA FIT HAS BEEN HAVING INTERMITTENT POWER STEERING FAILURES. IT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN ONE WEEK TO DATE WHERE I HAVE STARTED THE CAR TO DRIVE TO WORK IN THE MORNING AND THE STEERING IS VERY HEAVY FOR A FEW SECONDS LIKE AN OLD MANUAL STEERING CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-spark-plug-ejection","label":"Spark plug ejection from cylinder","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11338576","quote_1_text":"SPARK PLUG BLOWOUT, THREADS RIPPED ON CYLINDER 3. CAR LOST POWER AND EJECTED SPARK PLUG ON HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10944004","quote_2_text":"UPON REALIZING DECLINING FUEL ECONOMY AND AN ENGINE MISFIRE WARNING I REPLACED MY PLUGS NOTING THAT CYLINDER 2 PLUG REQUIRED ALMOST NO REMOVAL TORQUE AND WAS VERY FOULED (PICTURES AVAILABLE)","quote_3_odi":"10965883","quote_3_text":"ENGINE MISFIRING IN CYLINDER #2 WHILE IN MOTION AND STATIONARY ON AT LEAST CITY STREETS. EXCESS FUEL IN CATALYTIC CONVERTER CAUSES ENGINE TO REDUCE POWER OUTPUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10970479","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL FIRST RECALL 2/2016 SECOND RECALL 5/2016 STILL NOT FIXED","quote_2_odi":"10861444","quote_2_text":"NHTSA RECALL 16V-061 HONDA CAMPAIGN NUMBER JY1 I'VE BEEN TRYING TO DEAL WITH A LOCAL DEALER BUT THEY WILL NOT RESPOND TO MY MESSAGES","quote_3_odi":"10852940","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS NOTIFIED THAT MY VEHICLE HAD A RECALL ON THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG AND NOT TO DRIVE IT. I DO NOT BELIEVE HONDA WILL BE ABLE TO REMEDY THIS DEFECT WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME. I WAS TOLD THE PARTS MAY BE AVALIABLE IN LATE SUMMER OF 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2012-cv-axle-fracture","label":"Front CV axle fracture from corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11723931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while making a turn from a complete stop at the exit of a gas station, the vehicle became immovable, and there was an abnormally high-pitched grinding sound coming from the front end of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11374654","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AXLE SNAPPED IN TWO INSIDE THE RUBBER DAMPER WEIGHT AT ITS CENTER. AS HONDA FORUMS ON THE INTERNET SHOW, THIS IS BECOMING MORE COMMON AS FITS AGE","quote_3_odi":"11132738","quote_3_text":"DRIVESHAFT FRACTURED AND THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE PLEASE REFER TO NHTSA RECALL 14V-258 FOR SIMILAR OR SAME DETAILS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2012-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11592516","quote_1_text":"The electronic steering power assist failed several times in the past two weeks","quote_2_odi":"10780590","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA FIT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10563999","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND BECAME COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2012-spark-plug-ejection","label":"Spark plug ejection from cylinder head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11464459","quote_1_text":"Driving down the highway the spark plug was blown out of the engine head and the car lost power immediately","quote_2_odi":"11396580","quote_2_text":"SPARK PLUGS NUMBER 1 & 2 CAME LOOSE AND CAUSE VEHICLE TO SUDDENLY LOOSE POWER ON HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11361365","quote_3_text":"#2 SPARK PLUG EJECTED AT 90K MILES. IN MOTION. ROUGH IDLE RESULTED AND LOW RPM'S. TOWED FOR REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2012-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10894455","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - HONDA IS NOT ABLE TO REMEDY THE DEFECT IN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"10899189","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED MY ONE AND ONLY NOTICE FROM HONDA ON 3/28/16 AND CALLED THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP ON 3/29/16. NO AIRBAGS WERE AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10660377","quote_3_text":"NO INCIDENT OR ACCIDENT. JUST A REQUEST CONCERNING THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALLS. THE TAKATA AIRBAGS ARE BEING REPLACED WITH ANOTHER POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE TAKATA AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11075952","quote_1_text":"ACCELERATOR PEDAL STICKS WHEN I AM STOPPED AND START TO ACCELERATE TRYING TO PULL OUT INTO TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10466924","quote_2_text":"THIS WAS THE FIRST OF TWO INCIDENTS OF SUDDEN ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10444189","quote_3_text":"MY CAR ENGINE DOES NOT RESPOND TO THE ACCELERATOR WHEN STARTING FROM A STANDSTILL WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED TO THE RIGHT OR LEFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2013-cv-axle-fracture","label":"CV axle and driveshaft fracture on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11376468","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE CV SHAFT SHEARED UNDERNEATH VIBRATION DAMPENER. I WAS TRYING TO TAKE OFF FROM A STOP AT AN INTERSECTION AND THE SHAFT BROKE. I WAS ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT HAND TURN ONTO A RURAL STATE ROUTE","quote_2_odi":"11362025","quote_2_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AXLE BROKE WHEN I STEPPED ON THE GAS WHEN STOPLIGHT TURNED GREEN. HAD CAR TOWED TO DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. I FOUND THERE WAS RECALL ON THIS FRONT AXLE FOR 2013 FIT MADE BETWEEN 5/24-7/5/13 FOR THIS FAILURE, BUT HONDA SAYS MY CAR HAD NO RECALL ON FILE SO IT","quote_3_odi":"11327767","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE DRIVE SHAFT BROKE IN TWO PIECES WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP GOING STRAIGHT ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2013-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10839590","quote_1_text":"STEERING LOCKS UP WHILE DRIVING AND ATTEMPTING TO TURN THE WHEEL. STEERING LOCKS UP ALSO WHILE STANDING STILL. ELECTRICAL POWER SEEMS TO BE INTERRUPTED FOR A COUPLE SECONDS WHILE THIS IS HAPPENING","quote_2_odi":"11154745","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING MY HONDA, THE CAR INTERMITTENTLY LOSES ELECTRICAL POWER FOR ABOUT A SECOND. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE POWER STEERING IS DISABLED. I FEAR LOSING CONTROL ESPECIALLY WHEN MAKING TURNS","quote_3_odi":"11626741","quote_3_text":"The power steering goes out while driving randomly and has been happening every drive for at least a year and 6 months. It passes car inspections because the situation is restarted when you turn the car off and turn it on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2013-spark-plug-coil-failure","label":"Spark plug and ignition coil failure causing power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11403168","quote_1_text":"IN 2019 THE #3 SPARK PLUG CAME OUT OF CYLINDER HEAD WHILE DRIVING ON A TWO LANE ROADWAY. I HAD THE CAR REPAIRED (SEE ATTACHED REPAIR RECEIPT). THE SAME THING HAPPENED TO THE SAME SPARK PLUG LAST WEEK (MARCH 7, 2021)","quote_2_odi":"11302609","quote_2_text":"WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING THE CAR IN PORTLAND, OREGON, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE ENGINE CUT OUT MAKING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE VERY DIFFICULT. THE CAR WAS RETURNED TO THE HONDA DEALER WHERE THE PROBLEM WAS DIAGNOSED AS (MECHANICS REPORT) \"COMPRESSION GASKETS ON PLUG 1 & 2 ARE STUCK ON","quote_3_odi":"11163364","quote_3_text":"DUE TO A FRIEND HAVING AN ISSUE WITH THEIR SAME YEAR/MODEL CAR, MY MOM BEING OVERLY CAUTIOUS, THANKFULLY BROUGHT HERS IN TO BE CHECKED. THEY FOUND THE CAR HAD PREMATURE LOOSE PLUGS AND DAMAGED COILS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2013-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10630753","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WENT OVER THE SIDEWALK BUT WAS SHE ABLE TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES BEFORE THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A","quote_2_odi":"10534452","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WHILE SHE DRIVING 50 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE BY DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL WITH FORCE","quote_3_odi":"11504644","quote_3_text":"While my wife was coming to a stop in a parking space, the car suddenly accelerated and jumped over the curb into a pedestrian walkway. The car could not be stopped with the brake and continued moving over the walkway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":86,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11003131","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA FIT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10910375","quote_2_text":"2013 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER REQUESTS REIMBURSEMENT FOR RENTAL VEHICLE WHILE AIRBAG INFLATOR RECALL REPLACEMENT PARTS BECAME AVAILABLE AND REPAIRS COMPLETED. *SMD *TR","quote_3_odi":"11241897","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL HONDA OF SEATTLE ALREADY REPLACED MY TAKATA AIRBAG. I WAS DRIVING AND HIT (T-BONED) ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN A STOP SIGN. THE NEW AIRBAG SMOKED BUT DIDN'T INFLATE UNTIL AFTER I WAS OUT OF THE CAR. MY BODY HIT THE STEERING WHEEL, BRUISING MY CHEST AND STOMACH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-01 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11502845","quote_1_text":"Was in a car accident and was hit very hard and the seat belts didn't lock me in place and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11196743","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED, BUT THE SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BURN INJURIES FROM THE AIR BAG THAT DEPLOYED AND WAS TAKEN TO THE EMERGENCY ROOM FOR MEDICAL TREATMENT…","quote_3_odi":"11144193","quote_3_text":"CAR (FIT) WAS HIT RIGHT BEHIND DRIVER SIDE FRONT WHEEL AND AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. FIT WAS TRAVELING 25 MPH WHEN HIT BY CAR WHO RAN STOP CONTROL.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-cvt-drive-pulley-shaft-failure","label":"CVT drive pulley shaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11657893","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the transmission warning light started flashing and the vehicle failed to properly accelerate…","quote_2_odi":"11309296","quote_2_text":"THEY DRAINED AND INSPECTED THE FLUID TO FIND METAL DEBRIS IN MAGNET THAT LOOKED LIKE CVT BELT PARTS. THEY SAID THE CVT BELT BROKE TRANSMISSION AND THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED…","quote_3_odi":"11413956","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN THE FAR LEFT AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A ENGINE RPMS GO HIGH AND THEN I LOST THE TRANSMISSION…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-fuel-gauge-display-failure","label":"Fuel gauge and odometer display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-03 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721520","quote_1_text":"Odometer screen, which includes mileage, fuel gauge, time and any check engine information, will regularly blink, appear blank, show unreadable characters or a combination of the three on mornings with an external temperature of 60 F or below…","quote_2_odi":"11668323","quote_2_text":"The fuel gauge, which is digital, has a soldering point which is apparently a known failure spot due to the type of solder used. This causes the display to fail, which makes the fuel gauge unreadable…","quote_3_odi":"11460029","quote_3_text":"This has happened to me a few times and I thought I was alone in suffering this defect with my Honda Fit. My fuel gauge/odometer/trip indicator goes haywire. It is either blankly blue or half there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-02 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11253907","quote_1_text":"FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILURE AT 47,000 REQUIRING ALL FOUR INJECTORS NEEDING REPLACEMENT.","quote_2_odi":"11206488","quote_2_text":"CAR HAD A LITTLE OVER 48,000 MILES ON IT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP, THEY SAID THE FUEL INJECTORS ALL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED…","quote_3_odi":"11361652","quote_3_text":"MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON A LOT RECENTLY. TOOK IT TO A DEALER IN LACROSSE WI. TODAY TO HAVE IT CHECKED AND THEY SAID THAT ALL THE FUEL INJECTORS NEED REPLACED…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling on doors and roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-06 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746985","quote_1_text":"The paint (white orchid pearl) is peeling down to the metal on three of the doors. I did have a spot on the roof repaired during the extended 7 year warranty. But this current problem happened after the warranty expired.","quote_2_odi":"11483302","quote_2_text":"Paint from factory failed. Peels off in sheets. Items falling off a moving car is safety reason enough…","quote_3_odi":"11349917","quote_3_text":"WHITE ORCHID PEARL PAINT IS SEVERELY PEELING ON ROOF AND DOORS. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-push-button-start-switch-failure","label":"Push-button start switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-07 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750584","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and was initially diagnosed with battery failure. However, the failure persisted after the battery was replaced. A diagnostic scan retrieved 6 Diagnostic Trouble Codes stored in the computer…","quote_2_odi":"11734909","quote_2_text":"The start/stop switch on my 2015 Honda Fit failed — a known defect acknowledged by Honda through Service Bulletin A20-098…","quote_3_odi":"11504861","quote_3_text":"2015 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD DEFECTIVE STOP/START IGNITION SWITCH.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2015-vtc-actuator-cold-start-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle at cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-06 (200 of 282 total shown)","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11651846","quote_1_text":"Vtc actuator failure. Engine rattle on cold startup.","quote_2_odi":"11434780","quote_2_text":"At start up (often after the car has sat a few hours), the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds…","quote_3_odi":"11172677","quote_3_text":"VALVE TIMING CONTROL (VTC) ACTUATOR IS DEFECTIVE AND CAN CAUSE CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. THE ISSUE MANIFESTS ITSELF AS AN OCCASSIONAL INNOCUOUS RATTLE AT COLD-START (AFTER SITTING OVERNIGHT)…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-door-seal-water-leak","label":"Water intrusion through door seals","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11497886","quote_1_text":"Major leak in drivers side, causing pool of water near gas and brake pedals. Occurs when it rains and could be coming from door panel where electrical components are","quote_2_odi":"11138903","quote_2_text":"DRIVER DOOR AND LEFT REAR PASSENGER DOOR BOTH LET RAIN IN RESULTING IN PUDDLING ON FLOORS. DEALERSHIP HAS TRIED TWICE, BOTH UNSUCCESSFULLY TO REPAIR SEALS INSIDE DOOR PANEL THAT PREVENTS LEAKAGE INTO INTERIOR OF VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11244810","quote_3_text":"THE GASKET ON THE FRONT DOORS CAME LOOSE RANDOMLY WHICH RESULTED IN RAIN AND WIND TO ENTER THE CAR. I HAVE TO MANUALLY PUSH THE GASKET BACK IN EVERY NOW AND THEN BECAUSE THEY DO NOT STAY IN PLACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure causing stall or misfire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11654088","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while accelerating from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11278103","quote_2_text":"I HAD 4 EMERGENCY LIGHTS COME ON WHILE DRIVING IN MOTION LEAVING A GAS STATION. I THEN DROVE ON THE INTERSTATE AND HAD TO PULL OVER DUE TO SAFETY CONCERNS","quote_3_odi":"11363600","quote_3_text":"FUEL INJECTORS FAILED (KNOWN ISSUE) CAUSING ME TO BE STRANDED WITH KIDS. CAR WAS UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-gauge-cluster-blank-display","label":"Instrument cluster display blanking or garbling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11570145","quote_1_text":"The gauge cluster that shows your mileage and fuel levels and maintenance schedule goes out intermittently or altogether blank. It started a couple years ago and at this time I only have 45,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11507200","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Fit. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the LED display was inoperable. The contact stated that the speedometer, tachometer, and fuel gauge were also inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11361039","quote_3_text":"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER DISPLAY STOPS WORKING OR DISPLAYS GIBBERISH RANDOMLY. THIS PREVENTS ME FROM KNOWING HOW MUCH FUEL IS LEFT IN THE CAR, SOMETIMES FOR DAYS. THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER IS ALSO THE ONLY PLACE TO SEE THE ODOMETER AND KEEP TRACK OF MILEAGE FOR SERVICE INTERVALS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubble and crack defects","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11753758","quote_1_text":"This is the third Dextero DTR1 that has exhibited defects described in their 2016 recall (large cracks at the sidewall/tread area)","quote_2_odi":"11680313","quote_2_text":"1. Nexen-P185/55R16 83H 2. A bubble has formed in the sidewall. Can cause Tire blow out. 3. This is the third Nexen tire to form a bubble","quote_3_odi":"11664490","quote_3_text":"P185/55R16 Tire wall coming off of the tire. Bubble created","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-tpms-warning-fault","label":"Tire pressure monitoring system warning malfunction","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10860164","quote_1_text":"THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON PERIODICALLY, ABOUT EVERY 500 MILES OR SO. I'VE HAD THE PRESSURE CHECKED BY PROFESSIONALS IN EACH TIRE AND ON ONE OCCASION IT WAS 1 UNIT LESS THAN IT HAD BEEN BEFORE, BUT NOT BELOW THE LEVEL THAT IT SHOULD HAVE COME ON FOR","quote_2_odi":"11033446","quote_2_text":"ONCE THE LOW TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT IS SET BY THE TPMS THE VEHICLE OWNER CANNOT CLEAR IT SINCE HONDA HAS REMOVED ALL MANUAL AND ELECTRONIC RESET OPTIONS FOR THE OWNER","quote_3_odi":"11171633","quote_3_text":"PERTAINING TO THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THAT IF A TPMS SENSOR IS REMOVED FROM THE CAR, THE CAR IS SUPPOSED TO ALERT THE DRIVER VIA A WARNING LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"honda-fit-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11231210","quote_1_text":"IN PROCESS OF PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF A BUSINESS, I APPLIED MY FOOT BRAKE AFTER WHICH MY VEHICLE FULLY ACCELERATED, JUMPING (AN APPROXIMATELY 12\") SIDEWALK INTO A PLATE GLASS WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11195655","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HONDA FIT. WHILE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL","quote_3_odi":"11099688","quote_3_text":"2016 HONDA FIT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2017-cold-start-engine-rattle","label":"Cold-start engine rattle from VTC actuator/timing components","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11686890","quote_1_text":"Rattling noise coming from engine when starting engine cold","quote_2_odi":"11431811","quote_2_text":"At cold start up, the engine rattles loudly for about 2 seconds. This is intermittent and occurs on cold starts when the car has not been started for 6-8 hours","quote_3_odi":"11518951","quote_3_text":"Has about a 3 second engine rattle on cold start up, believed to be a defective variable valve timing gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2017-fuel-injector-stall","label":"Fuel injector failure with stalling or hesitation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11619550","quote_1_text":"Fuel injectors failed. Check engine light suddenly came on. There was fuel in the oil, putting safety at risk. Problem confirmed by a private auto service center. Had to replace fuel injectors and fuel joint pipe. The warranty on fuel injectors has been extended for 2015-2016","quote_2_odi":"11629134","quote_2_text":"After replacing fuel injectors recently I have no warning lights on but the car has been stalling and pulling. Today on the freeway as I attempted to accelerate from 30 mph my car jerked and pulled 3 times harshly almost causing an accident. Still no warning lights and this","quote_3_odi":"11461406","quote_3_text":"P0420. Per Honda problem was fuel injector. 88000 miles. Seems too early to fail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2017-gauge-display-failure","label":"Instrument cluster gauge display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11631079","quote_1_text":"Fuel gauage/odometer display glitches out and does not show the information. It is just a blank reading","quote_2_odi":"11414066","quote_2_text":"THE DIGITAL ODOMETER, FUEL, MPG, TRIP ODOMETER DISPLAY STOPS WORKING INTERMITTENTLY. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE I CAN'T TELL HOW MANY MILES ARE ON THE ODOMETER FOR REGULAR SERVICE AND THERE'S NO WAY TO CHECK HOW MUCH FUEL IS IN THE TANK","quote_3_odi":"11557499","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the instrument cluster started to flicker. The contact stated that the speedometer, fuel gauge, and other gauges were fluctuating. The contact stated that the failure became a regular","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2017-paint-peeling-delamination","label":"Exterior paint peeling and clear coat delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11097965","quote_1_text":"ROOF PAINT CLEAR COAT SEVERALLY PEELING AND FLAKING. COLOR IS BLUE","quote_2_odi":"11634959","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Fit. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact discovered that the paint all over the vehicle was delaminating and rusting. The failure occurred on several different occasions. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was","quote_3_odi":"11521173","quote_3_text":"Chipping paint from the hood and drivers por and all four passenger doors have chipped paint and the bare metal is exposed. Started happening a couple months after I bought the vehicle and progressively getting worse. I have taken it to the dealer at Checkered Honda of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11446971","quote_1_text":"The automated braking system deployed at maximum braking without warning 3 times in 60 miles of highway driving (this was the first time I had driven this car on a highway)","quote_2_odi":"11328066","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A LIMITED ACCESS DIVIDED HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH, USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, THE CAR SUDDENLY APPLIED MAXIMUM BRAKING TO ABOUT 30MPH. THERE WERE NO CARS OR OTHER OBJECTS IN FRONT OF OUR CAR","quote_3_odi":"11203060","quote_3_text":"COLLISION MITIGATION BRAKING SYSTEM FALSE ALARMS. THE CBMS SYSTEM OCCASIONALLY TRIGGERS AND APPLIES THE BRAKES FOR VEHICLES IN THE ONCOMING LANE. THE SYSTEM CANNOT DISTINGUISH ONCOMING TRAFFIC FROM AN OBSTACLE IN MY TRAVEL LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-footwell-water-leak","label":"Water leak into cabin footwells","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11741085","quote_1_text":"Vehicle leaks water into driver side floor space, seems to be backing up from the wheel well after heavy rains. The driver’s side floor was completely covered in over 1” of water after a torrential downpour","quote_2_odi":"11492759","quote_2_text":"The fit 2018 when it rain the passenger side on the footwell will get full of water","quote_3_odi":"11566826","quote_3_text":"Body - constant water leaks in side the font footwells of the car. Sometimes it can be as much as a quart, was taken in to the deal for repair yet is still continues on both passages and driver side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-fuel-injector-carbon-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure with carbon buildup and misfires","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11746190","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed on a dangerous and winding road, the battery and check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer who diagnosed that the fuel injectors had failed due to carbon build up","quote_2_odi":"11609789","quote_2_text":"My car was running very roughly and stuttering at high speeds. An independent garage confirmed that the car had bad fuel injectors at only 80,000 miles and it cost $950 to fix. I had 6 check engine lights appear from this issue","quote_3_odi":"11462041","quote_3_text":"All the dashboard lights came on in my car. I took it to the dealer and they said they needed to clean the injectors due to carbon buildup. My car has 42,000 miles on it and is 2018 Honda Fit. They charged me 613 dollars to clean the injectors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-fuel-pump-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall (23V858) repair parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11650245","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11637195","quote_2_text":"Honda is not replacing the fuel pump on these vehicles. They are stating that the fuel pump has to fail before they replace it. If the fuel pump fails while someone is driving on the highway, there is a strong likelihood that they could crash","quote_3_odi":"11597330","quote_3_text":"I received notification of a recall regarding the fuel pump on my 2018 Honda FIT. Now, six months later, I contacted my local dealership to get other work done and asked, again, for the recall work to be done","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-gauge-display-blank-cold","label":"Instrument cluster display blanks or scrambles in cold","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11649481","quote_1_text":"The right side gauge in the dashboard (fuel gage, odometer, mpg, etc) goes blank or shows giberish intermentently, especially when cold. Currently the display has been permanently blank for some months now","quote_2_odi":"11567691","quote_2_text":"Digital instrument cluster keeps shorting out. Sometimes displays gibberish, sometimes displays nothing at all while the car is driving","quote_3_odi":"11702285","quote_3_text":"Electrical board that controls the digital portion of the dashboard display fails in cold weather and (according to online discussion groups) appears to be progressively worse over time. My dashboard display is failing at temps below approx. 36 degrees Fahrenheit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11670777","quote_1_text":"The paint has begun to peel and delaminate, particularly on the roof and other panels, exposing bare metal. As a result, the exposed areas are now beginning to rust","quote_2_odi":"11559957","quote_2_text":"paint peeling off hood and doors now after already having the roof repainted under Honda extended warranty. now dragging feet on honoring paint peeling off the rest of the problem areas","quote_3_odi":"11400096","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT IS DEFECTIVE AND KEEPS PEELING OFF AND EASILY GETS DAMAGED FROM EVER JUST CAR WASHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-sensing-camera-failure","label":"Honda Sensing multipurpose camera failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11690913","quote_1_text":"Multipurpose camera stopped working in normal conditions. Dealership says the camera is faulty. Several safety functions such as lane keep assist, collision mitigation, adaptive cruise control no longer work","quote_2_odi":"11736772","quote_2_text":"Failure of the, Multipurpose Camera (Honda Sensing), causing adaptive cruise control, collision mitigation, and lane-keep assist to stop working. Failed in 2023 and was replaced by honda costing me 1,600 dollars","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2018-vtc-actuator-rattle","label":"VTC actuator rattle on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11535295","quote_1_text":"VTC actuator grinding noise during cold starts. Dealerships said it’s not a problem","quote_2_odi":"11517428","quote_2_text":"I have noticed a grinding/rattling when starting my Fit from a cold engine. I have taken the car to the dealership and mentioned the noise - they recommended getting a new battery. Afterwards the noice was still happening","quote_3_odi":"11398694","quote_3_text":"ENGINE RATTLE AT COLD ENGINE START UP. TROUBLE SHOOTED AS A BAD ACTUATOR AND APPARENTLY AN ONGOING PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-camera-failure","label":"Windshield camera failure and driver-assist warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11681779","quote_1_text":"Started the car this morning and received 5 warning messages: Auto High-Beam Problem Road Departure Mitigation System Problem Collision Mitigation System Problem Lane Keeping Assist Problem Adaptive Cruise Control Problem Car has ~34,000 miles and is in pristine condition…","quote_2_odi":"11598275","quote_2_text":"Upon starting the car, all warning lights came on as disabled for the ACC/LKAS system and could not be reset by the driver. Mechanic shop stated that the battery was dying, needed replaced then driven 50 miles for the ACC/LKAS system to reset…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-fuel-injector-misfires","label":"Fuel injector misfires and carbon buildup","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11611817","quote_1_text":"All four fuel injectors have failed. Car only has 42,500 miles. Known issue and recall already in effect for previous years of same make and model","quote_2_odi":"11525377","quote_2_text":"Fuel injectors failed after 40,000 miles, not covered under powertrain warranty. Honda Fits have a history of defective fuel injectors with TSBs issued years later. Car is no longer running emissions complaint. Honda denied any warranty goodwill coverage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-fuel-pump-recall-parts","label":"Fuel pump recall parts availability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11628975","quote_1_text":"Recall 23V-858 issued nearly 1 year ago. Honda notified that parts were available to those not currently experiencing direct fuel pump issues in September of 2024…","quote_2_odi":"11626772","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11667287","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has difficulty starting and sometimes won't even start at all, the motor is irregular/jumpy, and the check engine light and steering wheel light have come on. After getting a diagnostics run at AutoZone the computer indicates it's a fuel pump issue…","quote_2_odi":"11626619","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and failed to accelerate above 5 MPH before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle failed to restart and was later towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-instrument-display-blanking","label":"Instrument display blanking in cold weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11719012","quote_1_text":"Dial containing into, fuel quantity, MPG, trip and ODO intermittently will show completely blank (usually in colder weather) and eventually will show. Sometimes takes 2-25 minutes. Honda says the fix is a new dash unit but cause is faulty/bad solders on back of board.","quote_2_odi":"11657400","quote_2_text":"A glitchy and/or blank main display often fails to show important information such as fuel level, odometer, etc., especially in colder weather. Driving with an inoperative display can increase the risk of being stranded somewhere without fuel.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11624960","quote_1_text":"White paint peeling off car. Honda has a service for this but not the 2019 model year. This is a known issue with their white paint and should be corrected to include this year. Several forums are posting about the same issue where the paint jut fly's off.","quote_2_odi":"11567825","quote_2_text":"The paint has begun peeling off the roof of our vehicle after only 45,000 miles and 3 and a half years of ownership. There is no external damage to the vehicle and the paint job is clearly defective…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11267769","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, SLOWING A STOP, WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD. IT FELT LIKE A SUDDEN JOLT WHICH PROPELLED THE CAR OVER THE PARKING SPOT CURB AND INTO A POLL…","quote_2_odi":"11633147","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Fit. The contact stated that while entering the driveway while idling, the accelerator pedal was not depressed when the vehicle accelerated inadvertently. The brake pedal was then depressed but failed to respond…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-aeb-false-positive-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking triggers with no hazard","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11554935","quote_1_text":"Automatic emergency brake bleeps warning and brakes get locked while driving. This happens all the the without any objects nearby or vehicles close enough to initiate the emergency brake. Emergency brake engages and locks itself in normal driving conditions. This has happened","quote_2_odi":"11548868","quote_2_text":"The Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) consistently provides a false positive when approaching a particular railroad crossing near my home. When about 20 yards away from the crossing (a single set of tracks) approaching at 30-35mph, the BRAKE warning flashes and beeps","quote_3_odi":"11463554","quote_3_text":"Forward emergency collision detect system went off randomly and slammed on brakes. No cars or objects were in front of the car. Was going 30mph. Car hit brakes so hard that abs engaged. Almost got rear ended. After car nearly came to stop, returned to normal driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-airbag-warning-or-non-deploy","label":"Airbag warning light or non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11506791","quote_1_text":"A Nissan pickup towing a trailer ran a red light and crashed into the front middle driver’s side area of my 2020 Honda Fit. The driver who ran the red light was traveling at an approximate speed between 40-50 mph. At the moment of impact the left side of my head hit the driver’s","quote_2_odi":"11570540","quote_2_text":"Air bag warning light indicates malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11640659","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Fit. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-camera-disables-driver-assist","label":"Multipurpose camera failure disables driver assist","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11642802","quote_1_text":"-The multi-purpose camera sensor system on my 2020 Honda Fit EX Hatchback has malfunctioned, disabling critical safety features such as Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist System (LKAS), and Collision Braking Warning System (CBWS). -The failure of these systems","quote_2_odi":"11617478","quote_2_text":"Multi-purpose camera failure caused collision warning, lane departure warning and lane keeping assist to fail","quote_3_odi":"11693386","quote_3_text":"This 2020 Honda Fit has experienced a \"multipurpose camera unit/millimeter wave radar internal electronic failure\" that will cost $2,000 to repair. Neither Honda nor my auto dealership will help me and insist it isn't under any kind of warranty or covered by a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-dashboard-display-scrambles","label":"Digital dashboard display scrambles or blanks","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11395588","quote_1_text":"DIGITAL DISPLAY (MILEAGE, OIL LEVEL, FUEL GAUGE, ETC) FAILS WHEN TURNING VEHICLE ON DURING COLD WEATHER. IT REMAINS BACKLIT, BUT ALL TEXT DISAPPEARS. TYPICALLY, THIS HAPPENS WHEN DRIVING ON EITHER HIGHWAY OR CITY STREETS. THIS MEANS AS A DRIVER I'M UNABLE TO SEE IF I NEED FUEL","quote_2_odi":"11629540","quote_2_text":"Fuel gauge and odometer display glitches until completely blank whenever outside temperature reaches below 49°F. This has been an ongoing issue since I originally purchased/leased my vehicle in 2020. This is a dangerous glitch, because I cannot tell how much fuel I have left","quote_3_odi":"11568052","quote_3_text":"The dealership changed the oil on my 2020 Honda Fit, and the Oil Life display was reset to 100%, on 1/8/24. Two days later the LCD panel, which shows the fuel gauge, odometer, remaining range, oil life, etc. began to intermittently go blank or become garbled and unreadable. This","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-engine-carbon-buildup-misfire","label":"Carbon buildup on intake valves causes misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11743275","quote_1_text":"On June 10th 2026, my 2020 Honda Fit EX-L with approximately 20,000 miles began misfiring while idle at a light. Error codes started appearing on my dash, no check engine light. Honda of Short Pump diagnosed a cylinder 2 misfire (DTC P0302) caused by a carbon buildup on the","quote_2_odi":"11613227","quote_2_text":"While driving multiple error lights came on. I took my car in and they said it was carbon build up due to \"bad gas.\" They cleaned it and it has been working fine. However, this is an acknowledged problem with the 2018 and 2019 Honda Fit. Honda actually extended the warranty for","quote_3_odi":"11436820","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Fit. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the warning lights remained illuminated along with the check engine warning light. The vehicle also experienced misfiring while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the local","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-power-steering-rack-sticks","label":"Power steering rack sticks or fails to self-center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11659988","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Honda Fit, with16,300 miles, has the same steering defect as other recalled Honda models. This has been confirmed by Honda service. The steering wheel will suddenly stick and make a grinding and or hissing sound, especially on turns. The car becomes difficult to steer","quote_2_odi":"11611100","quote_2_text":"The power steering rack is malfunctioning. It is available for inspection upon request. The steering wheel does not return by itself while vehicle is in motion-- the steering becomes difficult to steer even at slight angles intermittently. This led to difficultly steering while","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Fit","model_slug":"fit","cluster_id":"fit-2020-rear-window-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Rear window shatters spontaneously","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11419773","quote_1_text":"The rear (tailgate) window on our 2020 Honda Fit shattered (busted) on its own for no reason. Nothing hit or even touched the car. No other cars were around. No other damage to the car. The car has been parked on the side of road for about 5-10 min. We were staying about 2-3","quote_2_odi":"11565348","quote_2_text":"the rear window exploded spontaneously while parked on the side of a state highway overlooking the [XXX] - no rock or reason was noted for the window's explosion. Honda refused warranty coverage; we had to pay a 1k deductible to a body repair firm. this was a safety hazard at","quote_3_odi":"11723196","quote_3_text":"The back windshield shattered, and seems to be buckling in on its self","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/fit","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-abs-brake-failure","label":"ABS module failure and brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743317","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving at 12 MPH, the vehicle experienced a brake failure, resulting in a frontal collision with a utility vehicle. The airbag deployed","quote_2_odi":"11389224","quote_2_text":"THE ABS IN OUR 2016 HONDA HR-V DOES NOT SEEM TO WORK AT ALL. WHEN ATTEMPTING A HARD STOP, WE HAVE HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKES OURSELVES SINCE THE SYSTEM DOES NOT DO THAT AUTOMATICALLY","quote_3_odi":"11723568","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while stopped, the ABS, Brake, traction control, and several other warning lights flashed on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507966","quote_1_text":"Airbag did not deploy in accident","quote_2_odi":"11349708","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN A FRONT END COLLISION WITHOUT AIRBAGS DEPLOYING. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION WHEN VEHICLE IN FRONT ABRUPTLY STOPPED. DRIVER RECEIVED CONCUSSION FROM STRIKING STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11219789","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED 2016 HONDA HRV. WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH IN THE MIDDLE OF A THREE LANE HIGHWAY, ANOTHER VEHICLE MADE AN IMMEDIATE LEFT CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE HEAD ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-cvt-belt-failure","label":"CVT transmission belt failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751182","quote_1_text":"CVT has gone into safety/limp mode. June 7 2026 First sign was the EPB not releasing. Became drivable after warm up period. Replaced EPB switch and vehicle drove normally. There was still a parking brake caution light. On July 12, 2026 the issue repeated","quote_2_odi":"11412896","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON INTERSTATE, ALL OF A SUDDEN, WHEELS WILL NOT RESPOND TO ACCELERATION OR REVERSE, ENGINE WILL REV, BUT WHEELS DO NOT SPIN. CATASTROPHIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND NO INFORMATION TO KNOW WHAT IT WAS AS VEHICLE DIED ON INTERSTATE","quote_3_odi":"11360117","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40-45 MPH, THE CVT TRANSMISSION CEASED ALL FUNCTIONS. THERE WAS NOTHING LEADING UP TO THIS. THE ENGINE WAS FINE, BUT THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED MOVING THE CAR. THE VEHICLE WAS JUST ABOUT TO MERGE INTO THE HIGHWAY!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-gauge-cluster-cold-blank","label":"Instrument cluster display blank in cold weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11659163","quote_1_text":"The information display panel on the instrument cluster goes blank or gibberish when it is cooler outside. The car does this when it is cold. After the car warms up it gets better","quote_2_odi":"11562237","quote_2_text":"Won’t display mileage/gas guage during temps below 65 degrees","quote_3_odi":"11492710","quote_3_text":"The front dash with electronic optometry, mileage, and gas gage will flicker and delay coming up clearly it is more noticeable in cooler climates","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-paint-peeling","label":"Orchid White Pearl paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11406187","quote_1_text":"PAINT IS PEELING ON ROOF NEAR SUNROOF AND ON PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR BELOW THE WINDOW. CAR IS WHITE PEARL ORCHID AND THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON DEFECT FOR THE 2016 MODEL. CAR WAS STATIONARY, HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, IS CLEANED ON A REGULAR BASIS","quote_2_odi":"11386036","quote_2_text":"PAINT IS PEELING ON MULTIPLE BODY PANELS. AND THERE ARE RUST SPOTS IN THE PAINT","quote_3_odi":"11702888","quote_3_text":"The white orchid paint is peeling off on top of car and sides","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-push-button-start-failure","label":"Push-button start/stop switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633981","quote_1_text":"I am having difficulties with my engine push start/stop button. It takes multiple tries to get the car to turn on","quote_2_odi":"11256066","quote_2_text":"THE KEYLESS IGNITION BUTTON ON A LESS THAN 3 YEAR OLD CAR FAILS TO START THE CAR. THERE IS NO OTHER BACKUP MANUAL KEY TO START THE ENGINE. THIS LEAVES A DRIVER HELPLESS AND STRANDED WITH NO VEHICLE STARTING OPTION","quote_3_odi":"11253480","quote_3_text":"A LIGHT WITH A KEY ON THE DASHBOARD STARTED TO APPEAR AT RANDOM AND THEN IT CONTINUED TO STAY ON. AT FIRST THE HRV WAS SLOW TO RESPOND TO THE START/STOP BUTTON AND THEN IT EITHER FAILED TO RESPOND OR WOULD NOT RESPOND WITHOUT MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633595","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -while driving (Honda HRV) the sunroof exploded and shattered glass sprayed all over our family. Nothing hit or caused trauma to the glass, it simply exploded by itself","quote_2_odi":"11353460","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF ON MY HONDA SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. MY CAR HAD BEEN PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR MONTHS DUE TO COVID19 UNTIL SATURDAY WHEN I DECIDED TO DRIVE ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11279627","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT A SLOW RATE OF SPEED APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION WHERE TRAFFIC WAS STOPPED, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT ANYTHING HITTING IT FROM THE OUTSIDE OR INSIDE, THE GLASS EXPLODED OUTWARDS FOR NO REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2016-water-intrusion-tail-light","label":"Water intrusion into rear hatch and tail lights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11435865","quote_1_text":"I have a 2016 HR-V A large amount of water gets trapped inside the rear tail light which can short out the lights if not repaired. I noticed it after hearing water sloshing around every time I opened the rear trunk","quote_2_odi":"11244610","quote_2_text":"2016 HONDA HRV HAS WATER IN BOTH TAIL LIGHTS AND IT'S NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT. MANUFACTURERS WARRANTY WILL NOT COVER","quote_3_odi":"11673730","quote_3_text":"Faulty seams and gaskets in the rear cause water to leak into spare tire well. This causes mold & mildew issues to occur","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11408612","quote_1_text":"A TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. WHEN PRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT WAS ROCK SOLID AND WOULD NOT BUDGE. MY WIFE WAS DRIVING GETTING OFF A HIGHWAY EXIT WHEN THE BRAKES FAILED AND REAR ENDED AN SUV STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN","quote_2_odi":"11372448","quote_2_text":"BRAKES ARE SOFT WHEN BREAKING. ALSO WHEN STOPPING OVER SMALL BUMPS OR UNEVEN ROAD THE BRAKES STARTS TO GRIND AND CLUNK CAUSING IT TO HAVE PROBLEMS STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"11191448","quote_3_text":"HAD ACCIDENT WHEN BRAKES FAILED ABOUT 5 MONTHS AGO. HONDA NEVER ACCEPTED RESPONSIBILITY. CITED DRIVER ERROR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11710134","quote_1_text":"While traveling on a highway at approximately 70 mph, the vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of motive power. At the same time, the dashboard illuminated multiple warning lights simultaneously and the vehicle entered limp mode without warning","quote_2_odi":"11742593","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION BELT IS BREAKING APART WHICH SUDDENLY SLOWED THE CAR WHILES DRIVING ON A FREEWAY, AMERICAN HONDA QUIETLY SENT NEW BULLETIN TO DEALERS WITHOUT INFORMING ME AS A OWNER OF THIS CAR FROM 02/2019","quote_3_odi":"11629966","quote_3_text":"Early Continuous Variable Transmission belt failure at 92,000 miles on a 2017 Honda HR-V. The extended warranty for this failure only extends to 7 years after purchase or 150,000 miles, whichever comes first","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-gauge-display-failure","label":"Instrument cluster gauge display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11552962","quote_1_text":"The odometer is not working properly, screen continues to flicker and has been progressively getting worse. It seems like is this a common issues with Honda HRVs","quote_2_odi":"11538836","quote_2_text":"Dashboard where GAS/MILEAGE/TIME does not appear especially when it's cold. We cannot know how much gas we have and we will not be able to track our mileage to figure if we need gas","quote_3_odi":"11387090","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE WEATHER GOT COLDER, THE THIRD DASH PANEL STARTED GOING OUT (FUEL GAUGE, ODOMETER, ETC.). WHEN I TURN THE CAR ON IN THE MORNING, THE DASH PANEL IS BLACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-ignition-switch-failure","label":"Ignition start/stop switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11326905","quote_1_text":"SERVICE TICKET CREATED 4/25/2020: IGNITION - START / STOP SWITCH: B12C5 START/STOP SWITCH INTERNAL FAILURE. MY 2017 HONDA HRV FAILS TO START OR STOP WHEN PRESSING THE IGNITION BUTTON ONCE","quote_2_odi":"11488344","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the Start/Stop ignition switch light intermittently illuminated, and the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11619615","quote_3_text":"The start button doesn’t work properly. I have to push it many times to start the car or turn it off. Sometimes doesn’t work at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling on roof and upper panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11687575","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Honda HR-V in White Orchid Pearl (NH-788P) has severe paint peeling on multiple panels (hood, roof, door)","quote_2_odi":"11656420","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2017 Honda HR-V with paint code NH-788P (White Orchid Pearl). Over time, I began to notice significant paint peeling and flaking, primarily on the roof, hood, and upper panels","quote_3_odi":"11245356","quote_3_text":"PAINT IS PEELING OFF TOP OF 2017 HONDA HRV. WAS TOLD THIS IS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11465373","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and switching to the reverse position while very slowly releasing the brake pedal the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11115426","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA HR-V. WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED SUDDENLY AND CRASHED THROUGH A CHAIN LINK FENCE","quote_3_odi":"11000029","quote_3_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A SIGN, FLATTENING IT. IT MOVED WITH GREAT SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2017-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into cabin footwell","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11693077","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing repeated water intrusion in the front passenger footwell of my 2017 Honda HR-V. The flooding occurs during or after moderate rainfall","quote_2_odi":"11440361","quote_2_text":"Front passenger water on the floor after rain. Seems to be the same problem described by complaint no. 10979667","quote_3_odi":"10979667","quote_3_text":"FOUND WATER LEAKING INSIDE DRIVER SIDE ON THE FLOOR. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO VICTORY HONDA OF PLYMOUTH DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-bcm-electrical-shutdown","label":"Body Control Module failure causing electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11722863","quote_1_text":"On September 17. 2025 I was at a red light on Normandie Avenue and Exposition Blvd the light turned green and as I was entering the intersection going southbound my doors on the vehicle started locking and un locking, my dashboard went black","quote_2_odi":"11677307","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while his daughter attempted to start the vehicle, the vehicle was able to start after several attempts. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11682089","quote_3_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety concern involving my vehicle. The car has exhibited repeated instances of unintended activation while parked and left untouched","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11194929","quote_1_text":"I WAS PARKING VEHICLE GOING LESS THAN 5MI/HR ENTERING INTO PARKING SPACE. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKES INSTEAD OF STOPPING THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND I HIT A POST","quote_2_odi":"11181080","quote_2_text":"WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP AND STRUCK THE HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11093610","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA HR-V. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WITH FORCE, BUT THE RPMS CONTINUED TO INCREASE. THE CONTACT HAD TO SHIFT THE GEAR IN NEUTRAL AND THEN BACK INTO DRIVE TO CORRECT THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"Premature CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11726689","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding the premature and complete failure of the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) on my 2018 Honda HR-V with approximately 96,993 miles","quote_2_odi":"11690538","quote_2_text":"We initially chose this Honda vehicle as we are Honda owners and valued their reliability. While driving with my six year old son in the car our HRV it started shaking anytime I accelerated","quote_3_odi":"11318266","quote_3_text":"AT AROUND 55K MILES I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY CAR BUCKED TWICE AND THEN SWITCHED INTO NEUTRAL, I PULLED OVER AND TURNED THE CAR OFF THEN ON AGAIN AND ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH STAYED ON BUT I COULD SWITCH GEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall parts delay and stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11743597","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Honda HR-V had the federally-mandated Safety Recall 24-015 (Fuel Pump Motor replacement) performed on August 16, 2025 at Honda Westborough, Westborough, MA. The vehicle had zero EVAP-related issues or warning lights before that recall work","quote_2_odi":"11352182","quote_2_text":"RCV'D RECALL NOTICE AT END OF JULY FOR FUEL PUMP MODULE WITH 'OUT OF SPECIFICATION IMPELLERS. OVERTIME, THESE IMPELLERS MAY ABSORB AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF FUEL AND DEFORM. A DEFORMED IMPELLER MAY CAUSE THE FUEL PUMP TO STOP WORKING'","quote_3_odi":"11614368","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda HR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-gauge-blackout-cold","label":"Instrument cluster and fuel gauge blackout in cold weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11710670","quote_1_text":"Odometer and fuel gauge cluster on dashboard only working intermittently. Started in November 2025 in the cold weather the display would get blurry, then not work. Honda dealership confirmed problem but did not offer a recall or TSB","quote_2_odi":"11705200","quote_2_text":"The instrument panel with the odometer and gas gauge goes out completely at random times. Before the panel goes dark, the display flickers chaotically. I always note the issue to the dealership when I service my car","quote_3_odi":"11553873","quote_3_text":"The HR-V is four years old, and in the past month, the LCD display, which shows the driver the current fuel level, current miles per gallon, and, most importantly, the odometer, has intermittently stopped working and gone completely blank while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"honda-hr-v-2018-paint-peeling-roof","label":"White Orchid Pearl paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11693923","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a severe and widespread paint peeling/delamination defect on my 2018 Honda HR-V, which is painted in the White Orchid Pearl (NH-788P) color","quote_2_odi":"11373149","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT ON MY 2018 HONDA HR-V IS CHIPPING ON ALMOST EVERY SURFACE OF THE VEHICLE. IT STARTED ON THE ROOF, WHICH HAS TURNED INTO ABOUT A 2FT IN LENGTH SURFACE, AND IT IS NOW PEELING ON ALL 4 DOORS","quote_3_odi":"11676332","quote_3_text":"White pearl paint has started peeling off the roof of my car. It is not a safety issue. Honda is declining to cover the extended warranty on the paint although I brought it to the dealer before the warranty was up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-adas-camera-failure","label":"Multipurpose camera failure disabling Honda Sensing","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11731529","quote_1_text":"The forward camera mounted on the windshield failed which means all of the advanced safety features will not work that is a safety hazard when you rely on these systems. Looking on the internet, this seems to be a common problem and is very expensive to fix. There are multiple…","quote_2_odi":"11693482","quote_2_text":"Front View camera behind rear view mirror suddenly stopped working. All advanced safety mechanisms stopped working, replacement is said to be $2500 with no known reason for this part to stop working besides it \"went bad\".","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and side crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11749555","quote_1_text":"While driving, a vehicle attempted to pass three cars at once. At the last minute, the person saw an oncoming car approaching and quickly came back to the other lane, cause the three cars to break hard quickly. I, the one putting down this complaint, am the only one who hit…","quote_2_odi":"11567513","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while driving 70 mph on cruise control, the contact heard a weird noise and the vehicle decelerated to 0 mph without warning. The vehicle lost power and the contact could not restart the vehicle while sitting in the middle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11741743","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a catastrophic CVT transmission failure in my 2019 Honda HR-V at approximately 97,500 miles. In May 2026, while driving in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, my vehicle suddenly experienced a complete loss of propulsion. Multiple warning…","quote_2_odi":"11700411","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Honda HR-v CVT failed due to premature belt deterioration exactly as described in Honda Service Bulletin 21-047. The failure happened only two months after the 7-year extended warranty period. Honda has denied a goodwill assistance despite this being a known…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11629903","quote_1_text":"I received several recall notices for the fuel pump impeller. I understand that there are no parts available to fix the vehicles’s faulty issue. However, all notices indicate a safety risk of crash or injury. I just received another notice and I can see that this recall was…","quote_2_odi":"11575711","quote_2_text":"I've been stranded at least 5 different times. My fuel pump needs replaced, but with the recall, I won't be able to get it fixed until the Fall 2024. I'm upset because I have to keep worrying about my car for the next 6 months. I've visited the dealership where they couldn't…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and fuel gauge display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11740605","quote_1_text":"The informational digital panel that shows how much gas I have left in the tank comes off and on, doesn't come on at all and randomly shows crazy lights all while driving down the road! This has been happening since around 43,000 miles and I'm almost at 100,000 miles. It started…","quote_2_odi":"11656517","quote_2_text":"I’m writing to express my concern regarding a recurring issue with the instrument cluster on my 2019 Honda HR-V. Specifically, the far-right section of the cluster — which includes the odometer and fuel gauge — frequently flickers or fails to display entirely. This makes it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof and hood clear-coat paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11734446","quote_1_text":"2019 Honda HR-V EX-L White exterior. Paint peeled off roof. front of roof (area between sunroof/moonroof and front windshield).","quote_2_odi":"11687066","quote_2_text":"The paint on the roof of my Honda HR-V is chipping and peeling. The problem appeared suddenly and has continued to spread. The rest of the vehicle’s paint remains intact, so this seems to be a defect in the roof paint or clear coat. While it does not trigger warning lights, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-steering-rack-pinion-failure","label":"Steering rack and pinion gearbox failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11675691","quote_1_text":"Steering become stiff and sticky while driving it was sudden and I was unable to turn the steering wheel specifically to the left. The other driver stopped short so an accident was avoided. Brought the car for service and was told there is a gearbox issue with swelling causing…","quote_2_odi":"11673358","quote_2_text":"I have only 40,000 miles on my 2019 Honda HRV. Due to utilizing the lane assist, my rack and pinion, inner tie rod ends and steering shaft assembly have all came lose. When I drive, I can turn my steering wheel to the right and left one inch and the wheels do not move. I need to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2019-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":217,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11701172","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while slowly pulling into a parking space, while in the process of depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into a building. There were no reported injuries, fire,…","quote_2_odi":"11437723","quote_2_text":"I was driving into my very short driveway tonight. I have a class B (van sized RV) parked in front. As I drove in and started to brake, the car accelerated rapidly. I tried pumping the brake, but the car accelerated and hit the back of the RV, causing significant damage to both…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-airbag-malfunction-nondeployment","label":"Airbag malfunction warnings and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11423672","quote_1_text":"The car went up in smoke, the airbags never deployed and there was no indicators. The front was all smashed in. I’m completely disabled","quote_2_odi":"11338597","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG PROTRUDED THROUGH THE PASSENGER SIDE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BREAKAWAY HONDA LOCATED AT 330 WOODRUFF RD, GREENVILLE, SC 29607, TO BE INSPECTED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT NO FAILURE EXISTED WITH THE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11631784","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the message \"Air Bag Malfunction\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the cause of the failure was not yet determined","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-brake-failure-unintended-accel","label":"Brake failure and unintended acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11536936","quote_1_text":"I was turning left into a parking spot at work with my foot slightly on the break when my engine revvved and my car accelerated at face pace and my brakes were unresponsive causing me to hit a parked truck in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11407122","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES FAILED TO FUNCTION. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE REVERSED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE THAT WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11472398","quote_3_text":"I drive my car and if I tap the break just a little bit too hard, because I have to stop quickly or at lest slow down, my breaks locks up and I skid… i’ve never had this before in any car that I have owned","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11758260","quote_1_text":"While on the highway vehicles warning light illuminated and the vehicle immediately slowed down and would not go over 20 miles per hour. Prior to the warning lights illuminating there were no warning lights already illuminated and no drivability issues","quote_2_odi":"11727834","quote_2_text":"On 3/15/26 the CVT transmission on my 2020 HRV EX-L failed while driving on I-95 near Fairfield, CT. My dashboard lit up like a Christmas tree and the car decelerated and would not go past 20 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"11556508","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has some serious acceleration problems. Not only has this vehicle gone into limp mode on me on a very busy city road when it was only a couple of weeks old, but it also takes FOREVER for it to accelerate when pulling into traffic or while going up a hill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11721088","quote_1_text":"While stopped at a traffic signal, the vehicle failed to restart when the light turned green. On another occasion, the vehicle stalled during operation and would not start. The engine would crank but there was no ignition","quote_2_odi":"11638814","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle stalled. On one occasion while approaching a light at approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle stalled and crashed into the rear of another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11600657","quote_3_text":"Car is less than 4 years old with 35k miles and battery has been replaced twice, battery issue causes car to not start or shut off while driving, after doing research online it appears over 500 other drivers have stated they have the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall parts unavailable or unremedied","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11755834","quote_1_text":"AMENDMENT TO SAFETY COMPLAINT: FAILURE OF RECALL REMEDY / USE OF LEGACY PART Vehicle: 2020 Honda HR-V NHTSA Recall Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Low-Pressure Fuel Pump) [The 2020 Honda HR-V is under an active, massive federal safety recall for low-pressure fuel pump failure.]","quote_2_odi":"11614595","quote_2_text":"There has been an open recall on the vehicle since 12/13/2023 almost a year I have called and they sent a letter saying parts were in. I went over to the place they do not have the part. They said they have gotten one part per month for 500 vehicles on recall list","quote_3_odi":"11605183","quote_3_text":"I requested a repair appointment using Honda Auto Center of Bellevue Washington's online system. I received an email reply that parts were not then available. More than sixty days have gone by. I am making the complaint as advised by my recall letter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-honda-sensing-false-warnings","label":"Honda Sensing driver-assist warning lights and camera faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11726832","quote_1_text":"The whole radar that controls collision mitigation, steering, lane departure, etc. quit working. The car is only a few years old. All these lights go off in the car often times causing the car not to work properly","quote_2_odi":"11666109","quote_2_text":"Started vehicle and it lit up with every warning imaginable. Dealership said it's the Honda Sensing unit is defective. After reviewing online, it certainly seems everyone's unit is defective","quote_3_odi":"11604403","quote_3_text":"These system indicator lights repeatedly show on the dashboard. 1. Brake System 2. ACC LKAS 3. Land Departure Problem 4. Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot Operate: Clean Front Windshield 5. Lane Keeping Assist Problem LKAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2020-instrument-cluster-display-failure","label":"Instrument cluster display flickering or going blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11751499","quote_1_text":"I am reporting an intermittent instrument cluster failure affecting a 2020 Honda HR-V. The digital display that contains the fuel gauge, odometer, and mileage information intermittently becomes heavily pixelated or goes completely blank","quote_2_odi":"11621389","quote_2_text":"2020 Honda HR-V Sport with digital gauge cluster failure. The LCD screen that displays the gas level, vehicle mileage, and gear the vehicle is in has gone to a blank screen. Or at times, it will display random numbers and letters that don't translate to any meaning","quote_3_odi":"11599559","quote_3_text":"The gauges on the dash will go blank, flash or have unreadable characters at different times. This happened the first time in February and stopped for a while. Now it is happening more often","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"NHTSA 24V064000 air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756144","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted several times. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11697445","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11740048","quote_1_text":"CVT transmission failed and vehicle lost power while on Interstate I-88 65 MPH speed zone.  f Momentum allowed me to reach an exit at which point I needed to push the vehicle by myself off the roadway.   Vehicle mileage was slighlty over 60,000 miles and the $10,000 dollar…","quote_2_odi":"11655317","quote_2_text":"while driving on the highway, my vehicle suddenly went into neutral, and all warning lights came on. It was a terrifying experience, as I narrowly avoided a collision with a semi-truck before the car shut off entirely. I was lucky to make it to the side of the road safely","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-forward-camera-deactivation","label":"Front sensing camera deactivation and ADAS feature loss","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738573","quote_1_text":"Front Sensing Camera consistently deactivates, turning off safety features such as Lane Keep Assist, Emergency Braking, & Forward Collision Detection All of which fail despite no collision, & no tampering","quote_2_odi":"11727940","quote_2_text":"The forward-facing windshield lane assist monocular camera ceased working after only 44000 miles.  This resulted in numerous hazard warning lights being activated in my dashboard.  I went to the dealer where I bought the car, and they gave me an estimate for almost $2200.00","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-instrument-cluster-display-failure","label":"Instrument cluster display malfunction or blank screen","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11713213","quote_1_text":"The fuel gauge, odometer, and trip meter portion of the instrument cluster functions only intermittently. In most instances, the display turns on but shows scrambled, incorrect, or misleading information. This defect has created multiple situations in which we were unaware that…","quote_2_odi":"11644503","quote_2_text":"My digital cluster that displays how many miles my vehicle has, how many miles I have until I am out of gas and how much gas I have does not display correctly. From my own research this is due to the solder used during manufacturing being lead free. Because it is lead free it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-steering-stiff-or-sticking","label":"Steering wheel stiffness and unintended resistance","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741789","quote_1_text":"My cars had a clunking type noise coming from the front left of vehicle, sounds happens on both left and right turns, and sometimes the steering wheel STICKS. Making a knocking sound and sometimes feels difficult to turn the wheel.   I had to have the steering gearbox assembly…","quote_2_odi":"11619200","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the steering wheel was stiff and veered in the wrong direction. The contact stated that when the steering wheel was turned in the correct direction, the steering wheel pulled in the opposite direction. The contact stated that the steering wheel was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-unexpected-auto-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11454107","quote_1_text":"Three different times the brakes activated without my touching them. Three other times the brakes stopped the car even as I was slowing down for a stoplight. This could cause someone behind me to \"rear-end\" my car. I have been to my dealership four times and they could not…","quote_2_odi":"11454172","quote_2_text":"When you're driving down the highway your break automatically come on. The brake light comes on it goes beep beep and the brakes slams on really hard and you can hear you the brakes grinding. And there's nothing in front of you no cars or anything and it's done that three times…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11639877","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while entering a parking space, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and jumped over a curb. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond and drove towards a building. The contact was able to steer the vehicle away from the building, and…","quote_2_odi":"11498769","quote_2_text":"The car accelerated unexpectedly, yes it is available for inspection, I have not taken to dealer. Car has not been inspected by any police dealer etc.  No warning lights appeared. Yes car accelerated toward several on coming cars. I shifted gear from neutral with brake to drive…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2022-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT and powertrain sudden loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754134","quote_1_text":"while driving my 2022 Honda HR-V at approximately 70 mph in the fast lane of the highway, my vehicle suddenly, without warning lost all power. The speedometer immediately dropped to 0 mph, and the vehicle would not accelerate despite pressing the accelerator","quote_2_odi":"11699108","quote_2_text":"A catastrophic failure occurred in the continuously variable transmission (CVT) of a 2022 model year vehicle at approximately 81,000 miles. While driving on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power; the engine revved rapidly without transferring any power to the wheels","quote_3_odi":"11645146","quote_3_text":"I was driving in the [XXX] at 70 MPH when suddenly, and without warning, the car refused to accelerate.  It was in effect switched to \"neutral.\"  I managed to guide the car to the very narrow shoulder of the turnpike","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hrv-2022-steering-binding-lockup","label":"Electronic power steering binding and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743012","quote_1_text":"The electronic power steering system suffers from a severe defect causing the steering wheel to seize, bind, and freeze completely locked while the vehicle is in motion. This binding defect causes a sudden, unpredictable loss of steering control, forcing the driver to struggle…","quote_2_odi":"11574074","quote_2_text":"Sticky Steering: Experienced a clunking  sound from front drivers side steering the last two weeks. Last night while  driving approximately 15mph the steering got stiff then overcorrected, veering off to the left into oncoming traffic. The car came to a rest after hitting a curb…","quote_3_odi":"11729377","quote_3_text":"While driving, the steering wheel suddenly and unexpectedly locks up, making it nearly impossible to steer. This has occurred more than three times recently, with increasing frequency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2023-rear-windshield-shatter","label":"Rear windshield shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":297,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":681,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11549002","quote_1_text":"I was parked at a restaurant and come out to notice my whole back windshield is completely shattered. There was no cracks in it and nothing ever hit it. Completely annoyed about the situation and then have to be paying out of pocket","quote_2_odi":"11553311","quote_2_text":"While driving my car this morning, I turned on the rear windshield defroster and the rear windshield glass shattered. I stoped the car to check if something felt in the rear windshield but there was nothing. Only glass everywhere.","quote_3_odi":"11549034","quote_3_text":"Rear windshield shattered while driving with no impact occuring to the glass. Cargo area and interior of car covered with shards of glass. No prior cracks or blemishes observed in the glass. The rear window defrost was turned on.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2023-sticky-steering","label":"Sticky steering and self-correcting steering feel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":681,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11558100","quote_1_text":"I have steering issues and it is worse in the colder weather. Like sticky steering. I noticed it soon after I bought the car and then it seemed to go away but now steering is weird all the time and I only have 9,000 miles on the car.","quote_2_odi":"11552447","quote_2_text":"I have noticed while driving straight I can feel the steering wheel jerking and slightly pulling. Almost feels like the steering is trying to correct itself while driving Even though I'm going straight and no steering assist is on.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-fob-unlocks-all-doors","label":"Key fob single press unlocks all doors","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11620734","quote_1_text":"On the 2024 HRV LX the unlock button on fob unlocks all doors at the same time when you press the unlock button once. It should only unlock the driver’s door when you press it once and should unlock all doors when you press it twice. The car manual itself states this should be…","quote_2_odi":"11536790","quote_2_text":"When I click once to unlock the driver door, all doors open instead of the driver door only. I took the vehicle to the dealership and they couldn't fix it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-glass-spontaneous-cracking","label":"Windshield and window glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11744006","quote_1_text":"Rear liftgate window spontaneously cracked no signs of damage to the rear of vehicle rear glass was mostly intact but had tempered glass fracturing throughout while car was parked. In terms of safety, glass breaking spontaneously can cause damage to eyes/ect. Police report…","quote_2_odi":"11676355","quote_2_text":"Front windshield cracking.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-honda-sensing-false-activation","label":"Honda Sensing false emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11636527","quote_1_text":"When I'm driving, the safety brake has engaged while I was already braking. Also the emergency brake system has engaged while no car was on front of me. The closest car was on a side street, braked, and waiting for me to pass so they could onto the street after me.","quote_2_odi":"11720393","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while the contact's daughter was driving at 42 mph with the cruise control engaged, the collision mitigation sensor independently activated. The contact's daughter noticed that the steering wheel had almost seized, and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-recall-24v744-parts-delay","label":"Steering recall 24V-744 parts unavailable","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11631312","quote_1_text":"I've called American Honda's Customer Support, along with my local dealer in Arlington, VA, (Safford Brown), where I purchased the vehicle, numerous times since early November. Each time I call, I am simply told that the parts for the repair are not available and they don't know when they will be available.","quote_2_odi":"11642222","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda HR-V. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V744000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer and AutoNation Honda Roseville (888-593-1109) were contacted. The contact stated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-seat-belt-lock-retract-failure","label":"Seat belt locking and retraction failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11630496","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt was locking without depressing the brake pedal. The contact had to unlock the seat belt by removing the tongue from the buckle to retract and reset for normal functionality. The vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11557305","quote_2_text":"My HRV Honda got recall about the unsafe of front seat belt. I brought my car to Honda Dealer and I was told that they don't have part to replace and no ETA at all. That means I have to drive my car under risk. Hope NHTSA would force the Honda Co resolves this safety issue as…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2024-steering-gearbox-seizure","label":"Steering gearbox sticking or seizing","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745359","quote_1_text":"Vehicle steering is sticky on left turns.","quote_2_odi":"11582892","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel sticks when traveling straight. In order to maneuver the wheel a bit to stay in the lanes you have to jerk the wheel. It is not smooth but sticks and need to jerk the wheel.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2025-brake-hold-failure","label":"Brake Hold system deactivation causing rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, AUTOHOLD BRAKE SYSTEM/BRAKE HOLD","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724853","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that after activating the \"BRAKE Hold\" system and removing the foot off the brake pedal, the BRAKE Hold system deactivated, causing the vehicle to move forward","quote_2_odi":"11725267","quote_2_text":"Honda hrv 2025 malfunctioning when brake hold system is activated. Brake hold system lets individuals use the brake whenever needed without your foot having to be on the pedal the entire time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2025-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward Collision Avoidance unexpected activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695838","quote_1_text":"Driving at night on rural interstate with clear weather. Car driving at ~75 mph when the emergency breaking engaged","quote_2_odi":"11691885","quote_2_text":"When driving with cruise control on the vehicle will brake when car is coming toward me from other lane as if the car is going in my lane and it is not","quote_3_odi":"11612471","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance feature unexpectedly activated, and the vehicle independently stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2025-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous windshield, rear glass, and sunroof failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746440","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear glass fractured, causing glass to fall into the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11726138","quote_2_text":"My drivers side front window shattered while I was driving on XXX Since it’s shattered, the window itself isn’t available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11666368","quote_3_text":"While I was driving, my sunroof on my 2025 Honda HRV EXL exploded. There was nothing that hit it or caused the sunroof to break","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"HR-V","model_slug":"hr-v","cluster_id":"hr-v-2025-steering-binding","label":"Steering wheel binding from EPS gearbox worm wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750082","quote_1_text":"The steering on my ‘25 Honda HRV is sticky, at freeway speeds it makes even slight corrections dangerous. What was meant to be a slight curve turns into a swerve","quote_2_odi":"11628763","quote_2_text":"I have had a problem with the worm wheel steering box since I first purchased this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11628397","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Honda HR-V. The contact stated while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle suddenly pulled in front of the vehicle. The contact's wife attempted to make a turn, but the steering wheel failed to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/hr-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-accel-while-braking","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10308055","quote_1_text":"HONDA INCYTE 2010 MOMENTARY LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10455377","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WON'T STOP COMPLETELY AND KEEPS GOING FOR ANOTHER 2 TO 3 SECONDS IF IT HITS A BUMP DURING BRAKING. MY CAR IS SERVICED AT THE HONDA DEALER EVERY 5000 MILES SINCE I GOT IT BACK ON JULY 2009, THEREFORE, IT COULDN'T BE LACK OF MAINTENANCE. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10330830","quote_1_text":"DRIVING AT 30-40 MPH WHEN A CAR RAN A STOP SIGN. HIT THIS CAR WITH MY VEHICLE'S FRONT BUMPER. THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY ON MY CAR. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11327126","quote_2_text":"I HAD ACCIDENT AND AIR NEVER OPENS. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion at suspension mounts","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596080","quote_1_text":"Rear trailing arm attachment points on both sides completely rusted out. Won't pass inspection as being unsafe with possibility of one or both rear wheels collapsing if a pothole is hit. Car is registered in Pennsylvania since 2009","quote_2_odi":"11545301","quote_2_text":"Rust at the body below rear door","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-tail-light-failure","label":"Tail light assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11060975","quote_1_text":"TAIL LIGHTS LED IS FLICKERING AND LIGHTS ARE BURNING OUT PREMATURE I JAVE BEEN PULLED OVER FOR THIS AND ALSO ALMOST BEEN REAR ENDED DUE TO LACK OF LIGHT LUMES","quote_2_odi":"10660062","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TAIL LIGHT BURNED OUT WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10905891","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL DEALER SAYS IT IS NOT RECEIVING PARTS FROM HONDA FOR THIS PROBLEM. IS THERE ANY WAY TO URGE HONDA TO MOVE FASTER. I SUSPECT THE CAR MAY WEAR OUT BEFORE THE DEALER RECEIVES PART TO EFFECT REPLACEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10939006","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG HAS BEEN UNDER A RECALL FOR MORE THAN SIX MONTHS. HONDA HAS NOT CONTACTED ME WITH A REPLACEMENT AIR BAG ESTIMATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-tire-tpms-issues","label":"Tire and TPMS sensor issues","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10362888","quote_1_text":"2010 HONDA INSIGHT - TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM WILL INDICATE A LOW TIRE WHEN TIRE PRESSURE IS WITHIN NORMAL LIMITS. SERVICE MANAGER AT LOCAL DEALERSHIP STATES THAT SENSORS ARE NOT ACCURATE","quote_2_odi":"10470600","quote_2_text":"MY HONDA INSIGHT CAME NEW WITH THE DUNLOP SP 31A TIRE. I DO NOT DO EXTREME, HARD CORNERING OR RACE DRIVING, THIS IS SIMPLE A COMMUTER VEHICLE. THERE WAS ABOUT 3/32 TO 2/32 OF AN INCH OF TREAD LEFT, ON ALL FOUR TIRES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2010-weatherstripping-detachment","label":"Weatherstripping and trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10402101","quote_1_text":"WEATHER STRIPPING ON 2010 HONDA INSIGHT PASSENGER SIDE DETACHED FROM THE FRONT DURING HIGHWAY DRIVING IN NEW MEXICO. JUST PURCHASED CERTIFIED USED CAR WITH LESS THAN 3,200 MILES. 6 DAYS AND COUNTING ON REPAIR OF WEATHER STRIPPING WITH HONDA DEALERSHIP IN WASHINGTON STATE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10362174","quote_2_text":"WHEN I ORIGINALLY PURCHASED MY INSIGHT, I NOTICED THAT THE WEATHER STRIPPING WAS FOLDING UP. I HAD THE DEALERSHIP REPLACE IT, AND WITHIN 2 DAYS, THE WEATHER STRIPPING FLEW OFF AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2011-engine-mount-timing-failure","label":"Engine mount and timing chain component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11757687","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Insight. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, there was a loud clunking sound coming from the vehicle while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11384914","quote_2_text":"ON 21 OCT 2020, WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT STEADY SPEED USING CRUISE CONTROL ON LEVEL GROUND. ENGINE SUDDENLY LOST POWER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2011-hybrid-idle-stop-restart","label":"Gas engine restart malfunction after auto idle stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10628879","quote_1_text":"INSIGHT HYBRID STOPPED AT INTERSECTION--AUTO IDLE STOP. SUDDENLY ENGINE RACED WILDLY, TACHOMETER REGISTERED GREATER THAN 3000 R/MIN","quote_2_odi":"10749872","quote_2_text":"INSIGHT HYBRID IS STOPPED AT INTERSECTION--AUTO IDLE STOP. SUDDENLY ENGINE RACES WILDLY, TACHOMETER REGISTERS GREATER THAN 3,000 R/MIN","quote_3_odi":"10521431","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HE STOPPED ON A STEEP INCLINE, THERE WAS A HESITATION BETWEEN THE TIME THE ELECTRIC ENGINE STOPPED AND THE GAS ENGINE RE-ENGAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2011-premature-front-tire-wear","label":"Premature front tire wear","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2013-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10532207","quote_1_text":"I BROUGHT NEW VEHICLE IN 2011, BUT SHOWING FAST TIRE WEAR, EVEN AFTER MAINTAINING SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE. IT IS JUST HAVE 20000 MILES ON MY CAR IN LAST 2 AND HALF YEARS","quote_2_odi":"10509586","quote_2_text":"IT TURNED OUT THAT MY FRONT TIRES WE COMPLETELY WORN OUT AT ABOUT 16,000 MILES. I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A BAD SET OF TIRES, BUT ABOUT 1 YEAR LATER, DURING AN OIL CHANGE, I WAS TOLD MY TIRES WERE WORN OUT AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10445857","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 70 MPH WHEN THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A SPEED BUMP AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE WORN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10928184","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10909960","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE LAST MARCH, 2016 FOR AN AIR BAG RECALL. I HAVE CALLED THE DEALERSHIP, JOHN EAGLE HONDA SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10886288","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR AIRBAG RECALLS ON 5/20/2016; AFTER 2 MONTHS RECEIVED VEHICLE BACK WITH ONLY 1 AIRBAG FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2012-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Excessive oil consumption with spark plug failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11235123","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 HONDA INSIGHT WITH 80000 MILES AND AM HAVING EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AT 1 QUART OF OIL PER 2000 MILES OF DRIVING PER THE DEALERSHIP. HONDA SAYS THIS IS ACCEPTABLE AND ONLY A PROBLEM AT 1 QUART PER 1000 MILES DRIVEN","quote_2_odi":"10884592","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE A CONSIDERABLE AMOUNT OF OIL OVER DECREASING AMOUNT OF MILES TO THE POINT WHERE THE CAR NOW LOSES 1.5 QUARTS OF OIL EVERY 1,000 MILES (VERIFIED BY LOCAL HONDA DEALER)","quote_3_odi":"10673081","quote_3_text":"ON JAN 8TH AT ABOUT 630 AM I WAS DRIVING ON I495W IN VA - I WAS AT THE INTERSECTION OF I495 AND THE EXITS FOR I95S AND I395 WASHINGTON. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 55 MILES/HR AND MY CAR ENGINE SIMPLY STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2012-seat-lumbar-back-pain","label":"Driver seat lumbar support causing lower back pain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2013-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10468173","quote_1_text":"WITHIN A FEW WEEKS OF PURCHASING MY HONDA INSIGHT, I BEGAN TO DEVELOP LOWER BACK PAIN RELATED TO SITTING IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10555927","quote_2_text":"BEGAN HAVING HIP AND LOWER BACK PAIN ON A LONGER COMMUTE THAN I WAS NORMALLY DRIVING AFTER CHANGING JOBS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Delayed Takata airbag recall parts availability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10934274","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DEALERSHIP HAS NOT REPLACED THE AIRBAG YET","quote_2_odi":"10855112","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY INSIGHT WAS ON THE RECALL LIST EARLY IN 2016. LETTER THAT CAME IN MARCH SAID PART WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN MID-SUMMER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with cruise control engaged","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10680981","quote_1_text":"DRIVING WITH SPEED CONTROL ON, ON I20 EAST OF COLUMBIA SC, AUTOMOBILE BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN. WHEN IT REACHED 85 MPH I ATTEMPTED DO DECREASE SPEED USING THE DECEL/SET BUTTON, CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"10724827","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN A LINE OF SLOW MOVING TRAFFIC ON A TWO LINE LANE MAIN STREET KEEPING A CONSTANT SPEED OF 22 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY MY CAR LURCHED FORWARD ACCELERATING RAPIDLY MAKING A HIGH PITCHED SCREAMING SOUND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"honda-insight-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11538658","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Insight. The contact stated that vehicle failed to respond after shifting the transmission to the desired gear. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11073569","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY MALFUNCTIONED AFTER 3 YEARS, SINGLE OWNER AND REGULAR MAINTENANCE. COULD NOT BE REBUILT, FLYWHEEL INVOLVED AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"honda-insight-2013-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Engine oil consumption and piston ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11045051","quote_1_text":"WE PURCHASED A NEW 2013 HONDA INSIGHT.THE CAR HAD EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION FROM THE VERY BEGINNING. IT REQUIRED ONE QUART OF OIL TO BE ADDED EVERY 2-3 WEEKS. WE REPEATEDLY VOICED OUR CONCERNS IN AT LEAST 5 OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"10924719","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE ENGINE OIL DIP STICK SHOWED A DROP OF OIL BELOW THE LOWEST OF THE TWO HOLES. THE CONSUMER ADDED OIL. HOWEVER, SEVEN DAYS LATER, THE OIL WAS LOW AGAIN. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE IS EXCESSIVELY BURNING OIL","quote_3_odi":"11700069","quote_3_text":"I have had a 2013 Honda Insight since September 2024 and I have complained about excessive oil consumption since October 2024.This past Saturday my car stopped on the highway when I tried to accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"honda-insight-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall notification and deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10556060","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS HIT AT 60MPH, FROM A RUN AWAY CAR FLEEING THE POLICE, ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. MY CAR THEN FLIPPED ONTO THE DRIVER SIDE ROTATED 180 DEGREE, ROLLED OVER AND SLID 100FT TO STOPPED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10955304","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ALONG ON THE HIGH WAY DRIVING NORMALLY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG WENT OFF, I HIT MY BRAKES IMMEDIATELY OUT OF FEAR. MY HAND WAS CUT, BRUISED AND SLIGHTLY BLEEDING","quote_3_odi":"11132006","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL DEALER FAILURE TO ADDRESS-REMEDY SITUATION (PLEASE SEE ATTACHMENT)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-ac-evaporator-leak","label":"A/C evaporator and condenser refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11672040","quote_1_text":"I have a 2019 Honda Insight that has had two previous air conditioner failures that were covered under an extended warranty that Honda issued for the compressor and condenser based on known problems with the system…","quote_2_odi":"11663269","quote_2_text":"Consistent failure of A/C Evaporator and Condensor, which causes failure of entire A/C system and requires expensive replacement parts/repairs. Recall issued on Condensor but not on Evaporator, which makes no sense. Both are needed for A/C to run…","quote_3_odi":"11621862","quote_3_text":"Vehicle a/c system did not effectively cool cabin in warm weather on long drives. Last trip there were white particles coming from the vents. There is a known issue with the systems and Honda extended the warranty on a/c system due to problem condensors…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11631450","quote_1_text":"I was stopped at a stoplight and then the light turned green. I began to accelerate and immediately and simultaneously my car began flashing BRAKE, beeping, and slamming on the brakes. I came to a literal grinding halt. There was no car in front of me nor was one merging into my…","quote_2_odi":"11454434","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway in the evening with no obstruction ahead of the vehicle, the \"Automatic Emergency Braking\" system engaged, giving an audible alert, visual alert, and applied braking enough to accelerate the car from 65 mph to 40 mph…","quote_3_odi":"11590752","quote_3_text":"Was driving 35-40 MPH.. no cars or objects in front of me. Vehicle automatically applied the brakes and almost brought me to a complete and abrupt stop. The vehicle behind me almost collided with me. This has happened multiple times.. with yesterday (5/24/24) being the worst…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11445890","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway driving approx 70 mph when i was involved in a near head on collision from another car that had lost control and spun around into me. And the air bags did not deploy causing my head to hit the driver side pillar…","quote_2_odi":"11420742","quote_2_text":"I was involved in an accident on 6/9/2021, where I was rear ended which caused tremendous damage. No air bags deployed. I have a fractured nose, large bump on head, whiplash, very badly hurt left arm and also have problems with my right motor skills.","quote_3_odi":"11258704","quote_3_text":"WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT COSTING $7,000 IDAMAGE AND THE AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. HIT MY HEAD ON DRIVER DOOR WINDOW. DEALER SAID THEY REPLACED THE SRS HARNESS. THE STRUCTURE WAS DAMAGED SO THE AIRBAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-backup-camera-image-loss","label":"Backup camera image loss or color distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11484615","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera Camera suddenly changed colors and is blurry. Cleaned multiple times and it is still always like this now. Shows neon bright colors instead of reality. Needs software update possibly?? There was a recall for this before and it was fixed by previous owner…","quote_2_odi":"11606355","quote_2_text":"Backup camera failed and displaying rainbow colors. Persistent issue. Creates a safety hazard due to backup camera being inoperable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-fuel-pump-recall-delay","label":"Fuel pump recall repair parts delay","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11624923","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","quote_2_odi":"11623803","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000(Fuel System, gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing engine hesitation…","quote_3_odi":"11606848","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended and lost motive power…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-infotainment-reset","label":"Infotainment screen reset while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11240897","quote_1_text":"APPLE CARPLAY WILL OCCASIONALLY CRASH DURING VEHICLE USE, CAUSING THE CENTER INFOTAINMENT CONSOLE TO COMPLETELY RESET. IN THIS PERIOD, BACKUP CAMERA AND SIDE VIEW CAMERA ARE INACCESSIBLE FOR 30-60 SECONDS. THIS OFTEN HAPPENS MID OPERATION OF VEHICLE.","quote_2_odi":"11242025","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 HONDA INSIGHT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INFOTAINMENT PANEL OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OFF, THE INFOTAINMENT PANEL…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-motive-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power after fuel pump recall repair","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11604279","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a potentially serious safety issue with my vehicle. My car recently had its fuel pump replaced/repaired as part of a recall. However, only about 2 years after this recall repair, my car stopped accelerating while I was driving…","quote_2_odi":"11394766","quote_2_text":"FUEL PUMP REPLACED IN 10/2020 FOR RECALL 20V314000. IN 1/2021 I WAS PASSING A VEHICLE ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED FLASHING, THE VEHICLE STARTED BUCKING, AND I LOST ACCELERATION. AFTER SHUTTING OFF THE CAR FOR A FEW MINUTES I WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2019-seat-belt-buckle","label":"Front seat belt buckle latching failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11569254","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Insight. The contact stated that the release button for the front driver's side seat belt had remained stuck in the release position. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to securely latch the seat belt…","quote_2_odi":"11628494","quote_2_text":"AFTER PREVIOUS RECALL 748083 WAS PERFORMED THE SEATBELT LATCH FAILED INTERNALLY.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2020-body-panel-detachment","label":"Body panel and underbody trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11671578","quote_1_text":"I was driving home from vacation when my engine splash plate came loose from my car on the interstate. The splash plate fell down and dragged on highway creating friction under my car. The metal had fallen down and was chipping away creating dangerous debris to my car and other","quote_2_odi":"11523320","quote_2_text":"The whole hood vibrates while driving or when is windy, very noticeable at times. It was replaced once, almost a year ago but now it needs to be replaced again. same problem eventually the latches will be damaged creating a very hazardous situation. This vehicle has not been on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2020-phantom-fca-braking","label":"Unintended forward collision avoidance braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11610677","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a two lane road driving over a small paved bridge going about 40mph with a car next to me and a car behind me nothing in front of me when my car did a hard phantom brake. No pre warning, the display did show BRAKE and it did beep. But everything was sudden","quote_2_odi":"11453970","quote_2_text":"Two instances of braking system activating at highway speeds. In one instance, it was broad daylight, there was some traffic but nothing in my lane for a good distance, highway speed (approximately 65 mph) short sharp braking maneuver that dropped the speed approximately 10mph","quote_3_odi":"11374922","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ALONE ON ROAD DOING 30 MPH THE CAR SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES AND SLOWED TO ABOUT 20 MPH WHILE FLASHING \"BRAKE\" IN INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. NO OTHER CARS ON THIS ROAD AT THE TIME. THERE WERE SHADOWS ACROSS THE ROAD FROM SUN AND TREES. SINCE I ALWAYS DRIVE THE SPEED LIMIT, IF THERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2020-power-system-loss","label":"Power system warning with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11477975","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT 65-70 MPH ON A FREEWAY, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR SPEED DROPPED EVEN MY FOOT IS ON THE GAS PEDAL, THE CAR SLOW DOWN TO 40MPH WHEN DECIDED TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER, BARELY ENOUGH TIME TO GET OUT OF DANGER. THE CAR ENGINE SHOT DOWN BY ITS SELF, I COULD NOT","quote_2_odi":"11476142","quote_2_text":"On July 22, 2022 I was driving my Honda Insight 2020. I was on the highway, current mileage on vehicle 50,796 miles, my speed was normal at 65 MPH when the car lost the ability to accelerate and it stalled. I was forced to make an emergency stop on the side of the interstate","quote_3_odi":"11714605","quote_3_text":"Battery keeps draining. On my 3rd battery and believe there’s a defect in the DC/DC converter (earlier recall - K9E). This has caused issues being stranded in the cold","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2020-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack and linkage failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11728435","quote_1_text":"At approximately 148,000 miles the steering would have an intermittent notchy, or sticky, feeling while driving straight. While driving straight at cruising speed, I noticed that the resistance on the left side of the steering wheel was greater than the right side, then the","quote_2_odi":"11398985","quote_2_text":"DAMAGE TO THE POWER STEERING LINKAGE CABLE AND OXYGEN SENSOR CAUSED ALL ADAS SYSTEMS TO BE OFFLINE INCLUDING POWER STEERING. IF THIS UNIT WERE TO BE DAMAGED JUST ENOUGH AND FAIL WHILE DRIVING THIS WILL LIKELY RESULT IN A CRASH/COLLISION AS THE CAR BECOMES COMPLETELY UNDRIVABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11747521","quote_1_text":"The vehicle unintentionally accelerated while pulling into a parking space. I was depressing the brake to slow down while making the right turn into the space. The engine suddenly revved up (as though you were depressing the gas and brake at the same time) and it accelerated","quote_2_odi":"11441308","quote_2_text":"The contact stated 2020 Honda Insight. The contact stated while driving approximately 4-5 MPH through a drive-thru, the cruise control set button was tapped and the speed increased to 25 mph without warning. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-acc-vehicle-tracking","label":"Adaptive cruise control braking on exiting lead vehicle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11470044","quote_1_text":"However if the vehicle in front enters an exit lane and slows, my car is slowed to the point that the brakes are fully applied, causing vehicles behind me slam on their brakes or swerve to avoid rear-ending me. The ACC does not \"let go\" of the car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11515959","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions while driving at 60 mph in the right hand lane with ACC controlling the distance to the vehicle in front of me, the vehicle in front moved to the exit lane clearing the path in front of me. As the exiting vehicle slowed in the exit lane, the ACC applied the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11461413","quote_1_text":"I have had 6 times where the collision warning has slammed on the brakes when there is no vehicles on the road in front of me. This is very dangerous when vehicles are behind you","quote_2_odi":"11675632","quote_2_text":"On two (2) occasions, the \"collision mitigation braking system\" braked with no reason.  It has happened on a quiet and straight line  residential street with no other moving vehicle, pedestrian, animal, or any other obstruction in view","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-airbag-deployment-anomaly","label":"Air bag deployment anomalies","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742632","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's and passenger-side air bags suddenly deployed without impact. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bags cracked the front windshield and injured…","quote_2_odi":"11424785","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at 55 mph, a deer jumped in front of the vehicle causing the contact to hit the deer but none of the air bags deployed. The contact mentioned that the automatic brakes were engaged during the incident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-brake-servo-failure","label":"Brake servo control unit and pedal simulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699002","quote_1_text":"My safety has been put at risk as that part is integral to my brake system (including the hybrid function) e.g. my car was in reverse and the brakes were not responding and had to leave my car. I towed my car to a local independent service provider and they confirmed via the…","quote_2_odi":"11696866","quote_2_text":"While my wife was driving my car on a busy road. The servo brake control unit/ pedal simulator broke making it near impossible to stop the car. She had to crash the car into a parking block","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-pcu-powertrain-loss","label":"Power Control Unit malfunction with loss of drive and braking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11395655","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DESCENDING A HILL, THE TRANSMISSION SHUT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP WITH SOME BRAKING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO FLOW HONDA IN WINSTON-SALEM, NC, WHERE THEY REPLACED THE PCU","quote_2_odi":"11701339","quote_2_text":"Under certain circumstances, the portion of the PCU that controls charging of the 12 volt accessory battery malfunctions, sending the PCU into a \"fail safe\" mode, preventing battery charging and activating warning displays for the driver. This has caused my vehicle to stall…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2021-seat-weight-sensor-recall-parts","label":"Seat weight sensor recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"SEATS, AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11613881","quote_1_text":"I received the \"important safety recall\" letter in March 2024 from the Honda Automobile Division regarding the seat weight sensor circuit board. The letter said that in a crash, the airbags could deploy in a dangerous fashion.  I have called my Honda dealer three times since…","quote_2_odi":"11707122","quote_2_text":"I received a 2021 Insight Seat Weight Sensor Safety Recall in September 2025 saying that recall replacement parts were now available at Honda Dealers. Ever since I received this notice, none of the Atlanta area Honda dealers are able to remedy the defect in my vehicle due to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478290","quote_1_text":"I was driving 45 mph on a straight 4 lane undivided road with no cars in front of me or in the oncoming lanes. I was maintaining speed and the vehicle engaged the emergency braking system. The visual and audible alerts went off and with extreme braking force slowed the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11614165","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle around 6:55PM at approximately 40 MPH while exiting the highway  the Emergency breaking system fully engaged for no reason. There were no obstructions in the roadway, the vehicle was  on center in the roadway and there were no vehicles in front when the…","quote_3_odi":"11540141","quote_3_text":"On three occasions while my wife Nino is driving on the 470 freeway in Colorado between Lone Tree and Littleton CO.  Brake warning light comes on, light comes on randomly while driving 65 mph, then the Collision Mitiagation braking system comes on and slows the vehicle down to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-airbag-inadvertent-deployment","label":"Driver airbag deployment over railroad crossing","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11652413","quote_1_text":"While I was going 5-10mph over a railroad crossing, the steering wheel airbag deployed as my front tires went over the grade crossing. The airbag also went left instead of straight. My hand is bruised and it sounded like a gunshot went off in my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-electrical-system-failure","label":"Electrical system faults and warning light illumination","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11726149","quote_1_text":"BCM Body Control Module failed/malfunctioned.  We had to pay for the repair at DCH Honda Mission Valley.  The car does not start when it is cold outside.  Many times, my husband, who primarily drives the car, was stranded and would have to wait for the weather to warm up a bit…","quote_2_odi":"11442487","quote_2_text":"Throughout short ownership of the vehicle, a \"Charing System Problem\" warning light has occurred when starting, and during operation, of the vehicle. The warning light occurs intermittently during start-ups and whilst driving","quote_3_odi":"11555211","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle independently downshifted and decelerated to 5 MPH with the brake warning light illuminated. Despite the failure, the contact was able to resume normal driving functionality. The dealer was contacted about the failure…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-fuel-propulsion-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation, shaking, and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11619595","quote_1_text":"Engine will start shaking and making a helicopter sound while idling or driving under 45. Check engine light will begin to blink. While on the interstate, engine began to shake loudly making helicopter sound. Then it began to decelerate from 75 to 40 ON THE INTERSTATE before…","quote_2_odi":"11702271","quote_2_text":"November 29,2025, I started my car and when I accelerated to about 30+ miles the car started to hesitate and it felt as if the car was going to stop. The check engine light came on and stayed on. I had over a half a tank of gas and temperature was around 28-30 degrees","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-infotainment-phantom-input","label":"Infotainment touchscreen phantom inputs and freezing","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11668344","quote_1_text":"The 2022 Honda Insight has an issue with \"phantom touches\" on the infotainment system. The system will frequently select buttons and change your screen, when no one is touching the panel.  It will also freeze up, where you have no control over it","quote_2_odi":"11747027","quote_2_text":"The radio is experiencing \"ghost taps\" as though someone invisible finger is pushing buttons on the radio,  rifling through stations, making calls,  or deleting navigation functions.  It's very distracting as a driver","quote_3_odi":"11674680","quote_3_text":"Radio/infotainment touchscreen often freezes up and has phantom inputs, which can exit navigation and change the audio source. This causes huge distraction to the driver. The frustrating thing about this is that it's an intermittent issue, so the service center can't replicate it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-moonroof-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous glass breakage — moonroof and rear window","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11507871","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway when I heard a loud pop/bang like an explosion or loud crash on the top of my car. There were barely any cars around, no trucks spewing debris, I wasn’t going under an overpass, and I didn’t see anything fly up from the road. I had a passenger in the…","quote_2_odi":"11661808","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the contact noticed that the rear glass had shattered, but remained together. The contact stated that there was no visible impact on the glass","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Insight","model_slug":"insight","cluster_id":"insight-2022-rodent-wire-harness","label":"Wire harness rodent damage and electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11487010","quote_1_text":"My car was parked safely on my driveway. I turn on the car and all the lights came on including power loss failure, collision mitigation, etc. I had to tow it to a dealer where they claimed it was rodent damage causing an electrical failure on Monday, 9/19/22","quote_2_odi":"11459957","quote_2_text":"On March 4th 2022, the  Honda Insight barely started , engine knocking and sputtering. I towed it to the Staten Island Honda service (which estimated the damage at $7000 , but the warranty doesn't cover ) and they told me that a rodent finished the job…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/insight","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and passenger airbag malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11257589","quote_1_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS CONSTANTLY ON NOW. IS IT DEFECTIVE OR IS THIS A COMMON EVENT WITH THIS VEHICLE???","quote_2_odi":"11241666","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY TOURING. FOR THE LAST COUPLE MONTHS, MY PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DOESN'T WORK WHEN I START MY CAR (PIC'S ATTACHED). BECAUSE OF THIS I STARTED RESEARCHING THE PROBLEM. I THEN FOUND ALL THE MAJOR AIR BAG PROBLEMS","quote_3_odi":"10995717","quote_3_text":"COMPLAINT - AIR BAGS & SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM TAKATA RECALL. MY HONDA VAN HAS THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ON. MOST DAYS, IT IS NOT LIT, BUT FOR INSTANCE, DRIVING TODAY, I GOT THE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-engine-mount-vibration","label":"Engine and motor mount failure with vibration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11221789","quote_1_text":"ENGINE MOUNT FAILURE, LOOKING AT A 2000 DOLLAR REPAIR TO REPLACE, SEEMS IS A COMMON PROBLEM NEEDS ATTENTION. HAS CAUSED AN ADDITIONAL MOUNT TO FAIL , AND IS AFFECTING THE TRANSMISSION MOUNTS AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"10819256","quote_2_text":"MOTOR MOUNTS ARE BROKEN/CRACKED AND DEALER QUOTED $2,466.00 TO REPLACE THEM!","quote_3_odi":"10659318","quote_3_text":"MY 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY EX-L HAS ONLY ABOUT 66,000 MILES ON IT AND A HONDA DEALERSHIP SAID THAT ONE OF THE ENGINE MOUNTS HAS BROKEN WHEN I BROUGHT MY CA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-fuel-fumes-odor","label":"Fuel fumes odor from fuel pump or tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11015805","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT NOTICED STRONG FUEL FUMES IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. WHILE ADDING FUEL TO THE TANK, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL PUMP WAS LEAKING FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10746930","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT STRONG FUEL FUMES EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A CRACK IN THE FUEL TANK AND THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"10734404","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT STRONG FUEL FUMES EMITTED IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE, THE GARAGE, AND THE HOUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and difficult steering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10726726","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING STOPS WORKING AT SLOW SPEEDS. USUALLY WHEN TURNING TO PARK IN A PARKING SPACE OR TURNING INTO A DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"10680028","quote_2_text":"CAR IS SOMETIMES ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO STEER. HAS BEEN REPORTED TO DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES. FINALLY HAD THE STEERING PUMP REPLACED FOR $271.77, THIS AFTER THEY HAD REPLACED IT PREVIOUSLY UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11428432","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2005 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 30 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to her residence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-sliding-door-detachment","label":"Sliding door detachment from track","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11232184","quote_1_text":"SLIDE DOOR CAME OFF IT'S TRACK AND FELL OFF COMPLETELY. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND LEFT OUR FAMILY STRANDED. WE WERE STATIONARY AND SIMPLY OPENING THE DOOR TO LEAVE","quote_2_odi":"11163186","quote_2_text":"WE WERE OUT IF TOWN WHEN OUR VAN'S DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULDN'T CLOSE AND IT CAME OFF THE TRACK AND I CAUGHT IT LUCKILY. WE HAD TO RIG IT UP AND DRIVE IT HOME. ONLY TO FIND OUT IT'S A COMMON ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11144602","quote_3_text":"MY SLIDING DOOR OFF ON ME CAUSE ME TO PULL A MUSCLE IN MY CHEST AND PUT ME IN THE EMERGENCY ROOM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2005,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2005-transmission-slip-loss-of-power","label":"Transmission slipping, shaking, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":829,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11121799","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION WOULD SHAKE THE WHOLE VEHICLE AND I HAVE TO REDUCE THE GAS AND THEN ACCELERATE AGAIN TO END THE SHAKENING.NOW, THE TRANSMISSION MAKES A GRINDING NOISE AND SHAKES WORST","quote_2_odi":"11090941","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE STARTS SHAKING DURING LOWER SPEED LIMITS. IT SEEMS TO STOP ONCE THE VEHICLE GOES FASTER PAST THE LOWER GEARS","quote_3_odi":"10732442","quote_3_text":"TRAVEL AT HIGH SPEED IAW SPEED LIMITS AND TRAFFIC FLOW, NOTICED SURGING (LIKE SLIPPING) FROM TRANSMISSION, NOTICED DRIVE INDICATOR BLINKING, ENGINE REVS SURGING WITH TRANSMISSION SURGES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-accel-despite-braking","label":"Vehicle acceleration despite braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11441533","quote_1_text":"My 2010 Honda odyssey is accelerating while breaking. Both times I am trying to slow down and stop at red traffic light, and both times, it initially slowed down but accelerated all of sudden. I had to shift to P before it finally stopped","quote_2_odi":"10618179","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ABNORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-brake-pedal-delayed-response","label":"Delayed or soft brake pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10494908","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKES ON AN INTERMITTENT BASIS, THE PEDAL WOULD GO STRAIGHT TO THE FLOOR BOARD WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10488812","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, WHICH EXHIBITED A SPONGY SENSATION AND A DELAYED RESPONSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11413236","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT DROVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND UPON EXITING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT SAW SMOKE EMERGING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11047263","quote_2_text":"SHORTLY INTO A SHORT TRIP (~5MI) ON LOCAL STREETS, SMOKE CAME OUT OF THE FRONT HOOD. THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND 911 CALLED. THE EMERGENCY TEAM ARRIVED QUICKLY, BUT FIRE WAS NOTICED IN THE FRONT HOOD EVEN BEFORE THEY SHOWED UP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-fuel-pump-tank-leak","label":"Fuel pump and tank leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11622961","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving or parked, there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10628741","quote_2_text":"2010 HONDA ODYSSEY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEALERSHIP UNABLE TO COMPLETE RECALL, BECAUSE OF THE CUMMINGS MOBILITY HANDICAP CONVERSION THAT WAS INSTALLED IN THE VEHICLE. *SMD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-sliding-door-detachment","label":"Sliding door detachment from track","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11507816","quote_1_text":"The driver side passenger sliding automatic door stopped working. When opening it manually I started hearing a little grinding noise and it was hard to open. I opened the door to put my daughter in and the door fell off to the ground","quote_2_odi":"11142980","quote_2_text":"SLIDING DOOR FELL OFF TRACK WHEN OPENING, CORD IS BROKEN AND BROKE MY WINDOW","quote_3_odi":"11115384","quote_3_text":"BOTH SLIDING DOORS COMING OFF TRACKS. ONE COMPLETELY FELL OFF AND WAS DAMAGED. THIS COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY TO A PERSON OR CHILD. I NOTICED MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS HERE AND ONLINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Tail light water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10788995","quote_1_text":"RIGHT TAIL LIGHT FILLED WITH WATER, REQUIRING REPLACEMENT. NOW THE LEFT ONE IS FULL OF WATER TOO. VEHICLE STATIONARY WHEN WATER OBSERVED EACH TIME, OF COURSE","quote_2_odi":"11221634","quote_2_text":"THE REVERSE TAIL LIGHTS FILL UP WITH WATER WHEN IT RAINS. I HAVE HAD IT FIXED, BUT 2 YEARS LATER THEY ARE FILLING UP AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-torque-converter-judder","label":"Torque converter judder and vibration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10702203","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC DEVELOPED A HITCH AT ABOUT 40 MPH. JARRED VEHICLE. HONDA DIAGNOSED A DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION, SPECIFICALLY THE TORQUE CONVERTER. TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11005475","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE VIBRATING WHILE ACCELERATING, REPLACED TIRES, BRAKES AND CHECKED EVERYTHING ELSE, BUT IT IS STILL VIBRATING SPECIFICALLY WHEN ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2010-vcm-oil-consumption","label":"VCM oil consumption and cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11062740","quote_1_text":"HAVE TO ADD OIL EVERY 1000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11032675","quote_2_text":"BURNS 2+ QUARTS OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES","quote_3_odi":"10490261","quote_3_text":"ENGINE CONSUMES TO MUCH OIL, THE VARIABLE CYLINDER ENGINE NEEDS TO BE TURN OFF AND ALLOW TO RUN ON ALL 6 CYLINDERS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-battery-charge-low-warning","label":"Battery charge low warning and dead battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10404338","quote_1_text":"THE BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SETS OFF AN ALARM (BATTERY CHARGE LOW) ALMOST EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING ISSUE SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW IN NOV 2010","quote_2_odi":"10402300","quote_2_text":"LOW BATTERY WARNING LIGHT COMES ON EVERY TIME WE GET INTO OR OUT OF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER 2 TIMES TO HAVE THEM FIX IT AND THEY TELL ME TO DRIVE IT MORE. I HAVE CHARGED THE BATTERY AT LEAST 5 TIMES MYSELF AND THE WARNING WILL ALWAYS RETURN","quote_3_odi":"10763926","quote_3_text":"THE BATTERY AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FREQUENTLY GOES DEAD, LEAVING MY FAMILY STRANDED AND FEELING INSECURE ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THIS VEHICLE. FOR EXAMPLE, IF I SIT IN THE CAR, TURNED OFF, WITH THE KEY IN THE IGNITION (NO LIGHTS ON, NO RADIO, ETC.) THE BATTERY WILL DIE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-engine-stall-misfire-oil-use","label":"Engine stalling, misfire, and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11417825","quote_1_text":"The Honda Odyssey engine turns off while driving. My wife was driving with four children in the car and the engine died causing loss of power steering and brakes. This places all family members at serious risk of injury or death","quote_2_odi":"11290965","quote_2_text":"REPLACED THE SPARK PLUGS FOR 2ND TIME IN ABOUT 5000 MILES OR LESS, MANY ERROR CODES I CANT ERASE.BURNING OIL, HONDA SAYS IT NEEDS PISTON RING REPLACEMENT, BUT THEY SAID IT IS OUT OF WARRANTY I CALLED HONDA ANOTHER LOCATION THEY SAID THE DELIVERY DATE IS 12/3/2010, BUT THEY NEVER","quote_3_odi":"10460686","quote_3_text":"MY HONDA ODYSSEY HAS \"STALLED\" ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. IT HAPPENS MOST OFTEN WHEN YOU ARE SLOWING DOWN TO NEAR STOP AND THEN NEED TO RAPIDLY ACCELERATE (IE, YOU ARE APPROACHING A RED LIGHT THAT THEN TURNS GREEN)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-roof-clearcoat-paint-peeling","label":"Roof and clearcoat paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11676801","quote_1_text":"Severe rust and corrosion since 2015. Spreading across the whole roof line and visibly peeling paint. Not typical peeling paint, it appears to have originated beneath the trim or roof components, suggesting a possible failure of seem sealant, design drainage or factory primer","quote_2_odi":"11575070","quote_2_text":"My 2011 Honda Odyssey's tailgate paint is peeling off and just found out they have a recall in the past and they extended the paint warranty to 7 days. The problem is we just found the paint problem last year and just found out they recalled and the warranty is expired","quote_3_odi":"11465050","quote_3_text":"White paint is peeling off the roof in large sections. Massive adhesion failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-seat-frame-latch-failure","label":"Seat frame and latch failure allowing seat to fall backward","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11443381","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated when entering the vehicle and adjusting the front driver seat there was a loud abnormal clicking noise. In addition, the plastic coverage underneath the seat was unhinged and not connected to the seat","quote_2_odi":"10472552","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED SUDDENLY AND THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT FLIPPED FORWARD WHILE IT WAS OCCUPIED BY HER CHILDREN. THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_3_odi":"11076097","quote_3_text":"THE LATCH TOWARDS THE FRONT ON THE BOTTOM OF THE (SINGLE SEAT ON THE THIRD ROW) ON THE VERY FAR RIGHT SIDE DOES NOT LATCH PROPERLY. THE SEAT FALLS BACKWARDS WHEN MY 8 YEAR OLD SON SITS ON IT. IT DOESN'T MATTER IF THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION OR NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-sliding-door-tailgate-failure","label":"Power sliding door and tailgate mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11113208","quote_1_text":"THE CABLE ON BOTH AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOORS HAVE BROKEN. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED BOTH TIMES. BOTH DOORS DO NOT OPEN AUTOMATICALLY OR MANUALLY NOW. THIS CAN CAUSE A HAZARD IN THE EVENT OF AN EMERGENCY WHERE SMALL CHILDREN (OR ADULTS) ARE IN THE BACK SEATS","quote_2_odi":"10563474","quote_2_text":"TAIL GATE FALLS AFTER LIFTED, EITHER MANUALLY OR VIA POWER. STRUTS NOT HOLDING IN UP POSITION, RESULTING IN TAIL GATE CRASHING DOWN, POTENTIALLY WHILE BENT OVER INSIDE TO LOAD CARGO. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10983098","quote_3_text":"WHEN PARKED ON AN INCLINE, FACING DOWN HILL, I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO OPEN THE PASSENGER SIDE MOTORIZED SLIDING DOOR TO ALLOW THE KIDS IN. THE DOOR OPENED HALF WAY. I HEARD A SNAP AND THE DOOR SLAMMED SHUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-transmission-shudder-hard-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11271672","quote_1_text":"NOV OF 2016 TOOK MY 2011 HONDA ODYSSEY INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR A SHUDDER BETWEEN 40-45 MPH. SERVICE TECH STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FLUID NEEDS TO BE DRAINED PER HONDA PROCEDURE. FLUIDS WERE DRAINED AND SHUDDER STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10473314","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SOMETIMES SHUDDERS TERRIBLY WHEN SHIFTING, DOES NOT KNOW WHEN TO SHIFT, SOMETIMES DELAYS WHEN SHIFTING INTO REVERSE. CURRENTLY HAS 44,000 MILES. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10444362","quote_3_text":"AS SOON AS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS TO THE SECOND GEAR, THE ENTIRE CAR WILL SHUDDER. SAME THING HAPPENS OFTEN ON THE THIRD, FOURTH, AND FIFTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2011-warped-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Warped brake rotors causing vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11141509","quote_1_text":"WHEN BRAKING THE VEHICLE SHAKES AND THE BRAKES VIBRATE TO THE POINT THAT THE VEHICLE FEELS UNSAFE. THIS HAS BEEN A CONTINUAL PROBLEM. BRAKES HAVE BEEN INSPECTED AND WE ARE TOLD THAT THE ROTORS ARE WARPED AND NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10514715","quote_2_text":"SIR / MADAM: I BOUGHT A 2011 HONDA ODYSSEY TOURING ELITE, IN DECEMBER, 2010. IT HAS A DEFECTIVE FRONT BRAKE SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES THE FRONT ROTORS TO WARP AND THE BRAKE PADS TO GLAZE OVER FROM OVERHEATING; CAUSING ALL THESE COMPONENTS TO PREMATURELY WARE OUT","quote_3_odi":"10899361","quote_3_text":"PUTTING BRAKES ON AT HIGH SPEED, LIKE AT INTERSTATE SPEED, VEHICLE AND STEERING WHEEL WILL SHAKE, AND VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY. WARP FRONT BRAKE ROTORS. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 40,000 MILES ON IT, BUT HAS BEEN DOING IT SINCE ABOUT 30,0000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-alternator-electrical-failure","label":"Alternator and battery failure causing stall or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735013","quote_1_text":"The 2012 Honda odyssey alternator caught on fire after the battery light came on which luckily I, the driver, was able to put out","quote_2_odi":"10993345","quote_2_text":"THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE BECAME DISCONNECTED FROM THE BATTERY TERMINAL POST WHILE DRIVING AT FULL HIGHWAY SPEED (75 MPH)!! THIS RESULTED IN COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10871412","quote_3_text":"THE BATTERY CUTS OUT WHEN I DRIVE THROUGH A PUDDLE OF WATER MORE THAN 2\" HIGH. THE DASHBOARD BATTERY LIGHT COMES ON & THE STEERING LOCKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Front brake rotor warping and vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10561095","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERED WHILE BRAKING AT 30-70 MPH ESPECIALLY WHEN GOING DOWNHILL, ALSO CAUSING STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE BACK AND FORTH. TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TODAY AND THEY FOUND WARPED ROTORS WHICH SEEMS UNUSUAL IN THIS LOW MILEAGE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10874012","quote_2_text":"VIBRATION WHEN BRAKING.. HAD TAKEN IT TO THE HONDA SERVICE TWICE, THEY SAID THE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND FIXED IT TWICE AND STILL THE ISSUE IS REPEATING","quote_3_odi":"11041746","quote_3_text":"VERY VIOLENT VIBRATION WHEN BRAKES APPLIED EVEN AT RELATIVELY SLOW SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY GOING DOWNHILL. VEHICLE BECOMES HARD TO CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row seat latch failing to hold seat in place","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11047365","quote_1_text":"2ND ROW SEAT FLIPPED FORWARD DURING MODERATELY HARD BRAKING, INJURING MY CHILD WITH A BUSTED LIP AND SCRATCHES. SHE WAS 6 YRS OLD AND SECURED IN A 5 PT HARNESS CHILD SAFETY SEAT THAT WAS SECURED INTO THIS 2ND ROW SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10938947","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 HONDA ODYSSEY HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE 2ND (BACK) ROW LEVER OR LATCH - I COULDN'T GET IT TO PROPERLY LATCH. IT CAUSED THE SEAT TO BE LOOSE AND IT WOULD GO BACKWARDS SOMETIMES WHEN I STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"10967534","quote_3_text":"2ND ROW SEAT SWUNG FORWARD SUDDENLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND BRAKED AT A STOPLIGHT. I BELIEVE THIS IS EXACTLY WHAT IS DESCRIBED IN THE CURRENT RECALL OF HONDA ODYSSEYS. MY DAUGHTER RAMMED HER CHIN AGAINST THE FRONT SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-sliding-door-cable-failure","label":"Sliding door cable snapping and track detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11579282","quote_1_text":"A few weeks ago a cable for the sliding door on the passenger side snapped. We were able to use it manually until this weekend when the whole door fell right off when sliding it closed","quote_2_odi":"11110463","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 HONDA ODYSSEY WAS STATIONARY IN MY 2 CAR GARAGE THE MORNING OF JAN 10TH 2018. I WAS WITH MY 3 TODDLERS, GETTING READY TO PACK THEM UP IN THE VAN WHEN I PRESSED THE DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR BUTTON ON MY KEY FOB","quote_3_odi":"11330436","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR HAS CAME OFF THE TRACK TWICE CAUSING THE DOOR TO HANG FROM THE TOP ROLLER AND FALL OFF THE TRACK CAUSING SEVERE BODY DAMAGE. IT HAS BEEN REPLACED THREE MONTHS AGO AND TODAY JUNE 23, 2020, IT FELL OFF AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11297899","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE'S 2012 ODYSSEY TOURING WAS PARKED ON THE RAMP TO OUR GARAGE, WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ON. I RELEASED THE BRAKE AND APPLIED SLIGHT PRESSURE TO THE ACCELERATOR WITH THE CAR IN REVERSE GEAR: IT LURCHED BACKWARD AND THE BRAKE COULD NOT STOP IT","quote_2_odi":"10925655","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN MY DRIVEWAY, STOPPED, GETTING READY TO PULL IN TO THE GARAGE. I HAD STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, AND THEN I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO OPEN THE GARAGE DOOR AND WAITED FOR THE GARAGE DOOR TO GO UP","quote_3_odi":"10566719","quote_3_text":"I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH FOOT ON BRAKE (THERE WAS NO NEED FOR ACCELERATION TO GET INTO THE PARKING SPOT)- WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SPED UP REALLY FAST ON ITS OWN (LIKE THE GAS PEDAL WAS BEING APPLIED- ONLY MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE THE ENTIRE TIME)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2012-vcm-piston-ring-misfire","label":"VCM-related piston ring wear and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11372684","quote_1_text":"VAN STARTED TO CHUG WHEN DRIVING. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHED AND IT WAS TOWED TO DEALERSHIP. PISTON RINGS ARE BAD AFTER 130,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11419578","quote_2_text":"The Variable Cylinder Management (VCM) System continues to burn my spark plugs on the rear of the engine where the VCM activates and deactivates. Spark plugs and cylinder fills with oil deposits when cylinders are deactivated","quote_3_odi":"11308670","quote_3_text":"THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED TO BLINK AND THE VSA CAME ON AS WELL. THIS HAPPENED AFTER I PULLED INTO OUR DRIVEWAY THANK GOODNESS BECAUSE THE ENGINE STARTED TO SHAKE THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2013-front-brake-rotor-warp-vibration","label":"Front brake rotor warp causing steering wheel vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11311056","quote_1_text":"FRONT BRAKE ROTORS WARP CAUSING STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION AND BRAKE PEDAL THUMPING. ROTORS HAVE BEEN RESURFACED 3 TIMES ONLY TO HAPPEN AGAIN AFTER A FEW THOUSAND MILES. AT HIGHER SPEEDS ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF STEERING. HONDA WON'T UPGRADE TO BETTER PERFORMING ROTORS. NEED A","quote_2_odi":"10983914","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE NEW IN MAY 2013. VEHICLE SHAKES VIOLENTLY WHENEVER BRAKING. ALL 4 ROTORS REPLACED AT 15,900 MILES WITH AFTER MARKET. HAPPENED AGAIN AT 48,000 MILES AND THE FRONT ROTORS WERE REPLACED WITH AFTERMARKET AGAIN. HAPPENED AGAIN AT 72,000 MILES AND FRONT ROTORS WERE","quote_3_odi":"11101724","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE ROTORS WERE DAMAGED BECAUSE THE VEHICLE SHOOK WITH GREAT FORCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LONG BEACH HONDA (1500 E SPRING ST, SIGNAL HILL, CA 90755, (562) 426-4444), BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2013-piston-ring-spark-plug-misfire","label":"Engine misfire from piston ring and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11679980","quote_1_text":"This vehicle began using oil and the mechanic I took it to told me that the piston rings were compromised. This was allowing mixing of oil and gas, overuse of oil, intermittent white plumes of exhaust and causing misfires, fouling of plugs and set off codes pertaining to the","quote_2_odi":"10995821","quote_2_text":"THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY MODEL. THIS PISTON RINGS WEAR PREMATURELY AND CAUSE THE ENGINE TO STALL. THE OFFICIAL REPORT (RECALL #13V382000) LISTS ONE OF THE DANGERS AS THE FACT THAT THE ENGINE CAN STALL AND INCREASE THE RISK OF CRASH/INJURY","quote_3_odi":"11624961","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle check engine light illuminates from time to time and there is a stall in the engine. Also the VSA warning light comes on and goes off with engine light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2013-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11596952","quote_1_text":"Paint is failing on roof as notated in service bulletin 19-057","quote_2_odi":"11195702","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT ON THE ROOF HAS BEEN PEELING OFF DUE TO A DEFECT IN THE PAINTING PROCESS AT THE FACTORY. THIS CAUSE PAINT CHIPS TO COME OFF THE CAR AND EXPOSES THE ROOF TO RUSTING","quote_3_odi":"11384732","quote_3_text":"PAINT IS PEELING OFF ON THE ROOF IN BIG CHUNKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2013-second-row-seat-latch-failure","label":"Second-row seat latch failure and slide","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10621763","quote_1_text":"THE SECOND ROW SEATS ARE NOT LOCKING IN PLACE. AS A RESULT, THE SEAT SLIDES BACK AND FORTH. IF THERE IS A PERSON IN THE SEAT, IT IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION, AS MY PASSENGERS HAVE HIT THEIR LEGS ON THE SEAT IN FRONT OF THEM GOING AT A VERY SLOW SPEED","quote_2_odi":"11064626","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA ODYSSEY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SECOND ROW SEATS WOULD NOT LATCH AND MOVED BACK AND FORTH. SURPRISE HONDA IN SURPRISE, ARIZONA WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND REFERRED THE CONTACT TO A COLLISION CENTER TO HAVE THE SECOND ROW SEATS","quote_3_odi":"10969367","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V933000 (SEATS). AFTER TAKING THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER TO BE REMEDIED THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE RECALL WAS CORRECTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor vibration under braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11046898","quote_1_text":"FRONT BRAKE ROTOS HAD TO BE TURNED AT LESS THAN 20K MILES. AT 36K I HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM. VIOLENT SHAKING BETWEEN 60-75 HR WHEN BRAKING. NORMAL CITY DRIVING. HEAD TO DEALER ON 22 NOV","quote_2_odi":"10927203","quote_2_text":"FRONT ROTORS WARPED AFTER 12000 MILES. COMPLAINTS TO HONDA DEALER. TOLD THIS IS NORMAL. NO REPLACEMENT OFFERED. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND A RECALL SHOULD BE INITIATED","quote_3_odi":"11003190","quote_3_text":"AT ABOUT 30,000 MILES, OUR ODYSSEY STARTED TO SHAKE WHEN BRAKING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS. IT GENERALLY HAPPENS AFTER ABOUT 30 MINUTES OF DRIVING. IT IS VERY HARD TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-paint-peeling","label":"White pearl paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11309382","quote_1_text":"PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE TOP OF VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11324053","quote_2_text":"THE PAINT ON MY 2014 HONDA ODYSSEY IS PEELING. THE ARE ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD AND IN BETWEEN THE MOONROOF HAS A AREA OF ABOUT 6\"X6\" THAT JUST FLAKED OFF. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11419998","quote_3_text":"Paint is flaking off top of car and before that on driver side rear door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-piston-ring-misfire","label":"Piston ring wear and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11583669","quote_1_text":"Back three (3) cylinders, namely #3 cylinder, constantly fouls out. Vehicle has less than 100k miles on it and has been regularly serviced","quote_2_odi":"11210257","quote_2_text":"P0303 MISFIRE BURNING OIL CAUSING OIL LOSS AND MISFIRE ON CYLINDER 1-3","quote_3_odi":"11000834","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES UP AND ENGINE IS BURING OIL. DEALERSHIP CHECKED AFTER 500 MILES AND SAID IT IS BURNING OIL. TOLD ME TO KEEP CHECKING OIL LEVEL AND IF LOW TOP IT OFF TILL THE NEXT LIGHT COMES UP SO THAT THEY CAN GET DIAGNOSTOC CODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row seat failure to latch or lock","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10908819","quote_1_text":"THE SECOND ROW SEATS BOTH THE LEFT AND THE RIGHT SIDE DO NOT LOCK INTO PLACE WHEN YOU MOVE THE SEAT. YOU WOULD HAVE TO MANUALLY TOUCH THE BLACK BAR ON THE BOTTOM TO LOCK THE SEAT. MY CHILDREN SEVERAL TIMES HAVE HAD THE SEAT MOVE AND ALMOST CHOKE THEM","quote_2_odi":"11130813","quote_2_text":"THE SECOND ROW OUTBOARD SEATS COME UNSECURED FROM THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE. THIS CONTINUES TO HAPPEN AFTER HONDA PERFORMED ITS MOST RECENT RECALL REPAIR. A FOUR YEAR OLD 38 LB. CHILD KICKED THE SECOND ROW PASSENGER SEAT BACK. THE SEAT CAME DISLODGED FROM THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"11074420","quote_3_text":"NOVEMBER 2017 NEWS REPORTS DESCRIBED A SAFETY RECALL OF CERTAIN MODEL YEARS OF HONDA ODYSSEY VAN SECOND ROW SEATING. THIS WAS DUE TO SEATS NOT BEING SECURE IN SUDDEN STOP OR IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door failure to open or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10948754","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR WILL NOT OPEN UNDER ANY CONDITION. THE DOOR WILL NOT OPEN MANUALLY OR VIA THE POWER DOOR FEATURE. THIS LIMITS THE EGRESS FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11061942","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA ODYSSEY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOOR FAILED TO OPEN WITHOUT WARNING . THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11349336","quote_3_text":"2014 HONDA ODYSSEY POWER DOOR DOES NOT SEEM TO LATCH ALL OF THE WAY. 80% OF THE TIME WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED, A POPPING SOUND CAN BE HEARD. WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED IT IS ALWAYS IN A STATIONARY POSITION. I HAVE CONCERNS THE DOOR WILL OPEN INVOLUNTARILY WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof or window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11233808","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING DOWN AN INTERSTATE","quote_2_odi":"11047307","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE SUNROOF GLASS CRACKED/EXPLODED. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT I COULD SEE THAT HIT IT","quote_3_odi":"11072882","quote_3_text":"MOON ROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE ON SMOOTHLY PAVED HIGHWAY. NO APPARENT CAUSE. NO OTHER VEHICLES WERE NEARBY TO THROW A ROCK. EXPLOSION WAS LOUD. SHATTERED GLASS FELL ON DRIVER AND PASSENGER - AT 70 MPH [SPEED LIMIT]","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-transmission-judder","label":"Transmission judder and harsh shifting at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10949773","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION EXHIBITS JERKY SHIFTING UNDER LOW SPEED, LIGHT ACCELERATION CONDITIONS. GENERALLY WHEN GOING FROM FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. NOT PERFORMING. AT ALL WHAT A CAR OF THIS PRICE SHOULD NO RECALL BUT PLENTY OF PEOPLE ARE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS LOUSY TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11408608","quote_2_text":"SEVERE JUDDER WHEN ACCELERATING. IT LEAVES THE DRIVER HESITANT TO PASS OR ENTER THE FREEWAY. THE RPM GAUGE AND SPEED GAUGE BOUNCE AND THE VEHICLE SHAKES AS IF YOU ARE PRESSING AND RELEASING THE GAS PEDDLE QUICKLY, OVER AND OVER","quote_3_odi":"11191016","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION SHAKES, JUDDERS ABOUT 20MPH THRU ABOUT 50MPH. TRANSMISSION JERKS AND LUNGS. I HAVE SEEN COUNTLESS OTHER COMPLAINTS *ALL THE SAME* THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED AND FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Engine surge with brake pedal applied","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11716437","quote_1_text":"While brake pedal depressed and car coming to a stop at a traffic light, car surged forward as engine revved and hit another car in front of it. Brake pedal was depressed the entire time","quote_2_odi":"11590747","quote_2_text":"Engine surge when appying brake. This has occurred approximately 6 times in 2024 and happens when applying brakes when coming to a stop. Please note previous reports regarding engine surge when braking","quote_3_odi":"11300340","quote_3_text":"AFTER GETTING A CAR WASH FROM AN AUTOMATED CAR WASH, WHILE DRIVING TO A PARKING STALL TO VACUUM THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. IN THE PROCESS OF TURNING LEFT INTO THE PARKING STALL AND BRAKING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY REV'D","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-engine-misfire-piston-ring","label":"Engine misfire from piston ring oil fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734872","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate as intended while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11559543","quote_2_text":"At 87,000 miles the piston valves failed in my 2015 Odyssey. Safety was put at risk as the spark plugs would fail due to oil leaking from the piston valves and the engine would flash all the lights and run super hard","quote_3_odi":"11255352","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON UPON STARTING VEHICLE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND IN PARK. OBD READER SHOWS CYLINDER 3 MISFIRE. MECHANIC REPORTS FOULED PLUG AND OIL CONTROL ISSUES DUE TO VCM. ALL MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON SCHEDULE BY ASE CERTIFIED MECHANIC. VEHICLE HAS 73000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at time of purchase","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746456","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 150,000","quote_2_odi":"11703226","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 7,274","quote_3_odi":"11711062","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2015 Honda Odyssey. It was discovered that there was a discrepancy in mileage. The vehicle was a private sale","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row seat latch and recline failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733428","quote_1_text":"The driver side middle row seat slide while driving back and forth and never latch into place every time you brake or accelerate","quote_2_odi":"10965869","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA ODYSSEY. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES AND THE SECOND ROW SEAT ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DETACHED AND HIT THE BACK OF THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11054043","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT RECLINE LATCHING MECHANISM ON ONE OF THE SECOND ROW SEATS HAS FAILED AND ALLOWS THE SECOND ROW TO COLLAPSE BACK INTO THE THIRD ROW SEAT. THE LATCH WILL NOT LATCH AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-sliding-door-cable-failure","label":"Power sliding door cable and mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11492534","quote_1_text":"The driverside back automatic door cable broke down. I see other year's cars have a recall for the same thing but not my car","quote_2_odi":"11478057","quote_2_text":"This is a new car that has 78,000 miles on it, which I have owned for just about two years. Approximately one year ago, the cable that controls the automatic door open and close on the rear doors of the vehicle broke, on the passenger's side","quote_3_odi":"10864338","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE BY PUSHING THE \"OPEN/CLOSE\" BUTTONS. TRIED MULTIPLE TIMES. UPON ATTEMPTING TO CLOSE DOOR MANUALLY, THE ENTIRE DOOR FELL OFF THE VAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-spool-valve-alternator","label":"Spool valve oil leak onto alternator","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11422532","quote_1_text":"The Spool Valve leak oil onto the alternator causing the battery not be recharged and the car powering off and shutting down on the highway. This happened on my way from Kansas City Kansas","quote_2_odi":"11645346","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, several unknown warning lights flashed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11143449","quote_3_text":"MY HONDA ODYSSEY WAS EXPERIENCING A BUCKING SENSATION THAT OCCURRED PERIODICALLY BUT STOPPED AFTER BEING RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11110077","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY, WITHOUT PROVOCATION, OUR MOONROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A BALLOON EXPLODING IN OUR EARS. IT SHATTERED INTO TINY PIECES AND WE QUICKLY PULLED THE SUNSHADE BEFORE THE GLASS COULD CRASH INTO THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10724237","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF SHATTERED OUTWARD, NO OTHER VEHICLES ON THE ROAD ELIMINATING THE POSSIBILITY OF ROAD DEBRIS CAUSING THE INCIDENT. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE 65 DEGREES","quote_3_odi":"10914821","quote_3_text":"DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE WHEN I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION. HEARD WIND SOUND AND LOOKED UP. SUN ROOF WAS SHATTERED COMPLETELY WITH A VERY LARGE HOLE IN THE MIDDLE OF IT. COULD FIND NO ROCK OR EVIDENCE OF ANYTHING HITTING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"honda-odyssey-2015-transmission-shudder-shift","label":"Transmission shudder and clunk on low-speed shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11184734","quote_1_text":"IN 2018 MY 2015 HONDA VAN HAD PROBLEMS SHIFTING GEARS. I WAS GOING ABOUT 25MPH WHEN THERE WAS A JOLT AND THE CAR SHOOK FROM THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTING GEARS. I TOOK THE CAR IN AN WAS TOLD THE COMPUTER NEEDED TO BE UPDATED","quote_2_odi":"11229716","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED AT 45,646 MILES. NOTICEABLE JUTTERING AT 15-40 MPH, MOST NOTABLY FROM 25-30 MPH AND DRIVING UP HILLS FAINT WHINING NOISE. DEALER CHECKING SOFTWARE UPDATE ON TRANSMISSION. NOTICED ON FREEWAYS AND CITY STREETS","quote_3_odi":"11099304","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION PROBLEM. WHEN COMING TO A STOP AT LOW SPEED, AND THEN ACCELERATING, VAN HAS A JERK OR HARD SHIFT BETWEEN GEARS 1-2. THIS HARD SHIFT IS ENOUGH TO THROW US BACK INTO OUR SEATS AND DOES NOT OCCUR AT HIGH SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-airbag-inadvertent-deploy","label":"Inadvertent airbag deployment over road impacts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696598","quote_1_text":"I Have a 2016 Honda Odyssey. I have had my van for nine years My mileage is 137,000. I am always update with my upkeep with my minivan. I went over a pothole my airbags deployed. Front Passenger and Driver Side","quote_2_odi":"11679388","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the front passenger’s side tire drove over a pothole, and immediately afterwards, all the air bags on the passenger’s side of the vehicle inadvertently deployed","quote_3_odi":"11269876","quote_3_text":"WENT TO TURN RIGHT GETTING OFF THE HIGHWAY AND THE WHOLE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS WENT OFF. WAS JUST TURNING THE CORNER AND BOOM THE WHOLE SIDE, I HAD JUST STARTED TO MOVE SO WAS NOT EVEN GOING 10MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-keyless-entry-electrical","label":"Keyless entry and electrical system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756578","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally report a serious and potentially life-threatening safety issue involving my Honda Odyssey’s locking system","quote_2_odi":"11748712","quote_2_text":"After the vehicle is off, and after the smart key fob is removed from the vehicle, the dashboard will flicker, the alarm sometimes goes off and the headlights turn on draining the battery and leading to me having to jump the car to get it started","quote_3_odi":"11607899","quote_3_text":"The keyless entry module on numerous Honda vehicles has a known flaw where one or more chip are inadequately protected from the elements","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-piston-ring-misfire","label":"Cylinder misfire from VCM piston ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736247","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle began to experience cylinder misfiring and vibrations and the check engine light had illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11655732","quote_2_text":"While driving on the interstate my 2016 Honda Odyssey with 120k miles experienced a blinking check engine light along with strong engine shudder","quote_3_odi":"11469504","quote_3_text":"Within the last two years, spark plug number two has been faulty 3 different times. This causes driving issues while on the road, the car will not accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-rear-hatch-cold-weather","label":"Rear liftgate fails to open in cold weather","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644072","quote_1_text":"Under 45 degrees, the back door will not open. The latch is faulty and fails in moderate to severe cold weather","quote_2_odi":"11163572","quote_2_text":"THE REAR LIFT GATE IS IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN IN COLD WEATHER FOR OUR 2016 HONDA ODYSSEY EX. THERE IS ONLY ONE MECHANISM TO OPEN THE REAR LIFT GATE - A PHYSICAL BUTTON ON THE REAR LIFT GATE","quote_3_odi":"11383360","quote_3_text":"THE CAR IS STATIONARY. THE SAME THING OCCURS IF THE VAN IS RUNNING OR NOT. THE REAR HATCH OPEN SWITCH DOES NOT WORK WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS COLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row seat fails to latch or recline","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11580946","quote_1_text":"The passenger side second row seat will not lock. It has been diagnosed by a Honda dealer that the seat back frame part number 81326-TK-A22 needs replaced","quote_2_odi":"11577250","quote_2_text":"Left drivers side seat back does not lock on second row seat. This puts passengers at risk for injury","quote_3_odi":"11389778","quote_3_text":"UPON HEAVY BRAKING THE LEFT (DRIVER SIDE) SECOND ROW SEAT RECLINER COLLAPSED AND FOLDED OVER. SEAT NOW DOES NOT LOCK IN UPRIGHT POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door failure to open or close","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11408072","quote_1_text":"POWER SLIDING DOOR IS POPPING OPEN AFTER CLOSING","quote_2_odi":"11640620","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that the driver's side and passenger's side sliding doors were difficult to open and close","quote_3_odi":"11318569","quote_3_text":"2016 HONDA ODYSSEY. DRIVER SIDE SLIDING DOOR LATCHES FAILED TO OPERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-transmission-judder","label":"Torque converter judder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11475121","quote_1_text":"2016 Honda Odyssey developed torque converter judder as shown in Honda TSB 17-043 dated 2/27/2018. This lead to problems accelerating and maintaining speed which is a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11436304","quote_2_text":"The torque converter is failing. When accelerating, the van will shudder and shake, usually between 25-30 mph and sometimes at 45mph","quote_3_odi":"11221953","quote_3_text":"THE VAN JUDDERS PERIODICALLY AT SPEEDS BELOW 50MPH. THE JUDDERING IS BAD ENOUGH TO BE A SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624861","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on a local street around 35mph and braking for a red light. The braking felt funny in that it didn't slow the car down like normal, but it felt like the car's accelerator was still engaged","quote_2_odi":"11449934","quote_2_text":"My husband was driving the car up a hill and coming to a stop light while slowing the car with the break the engine accelerated (you could hear it)","quote_3_odi":"11259070","quote_3_text":"WHILE MAKING LEFT TURN ACCELERATED AFTER PRESSING THE BRAKE. THIS HAPPENED ON A CITY STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss and lock faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11664844","quote_1_text":"While driving, the battery indicator light illuminated. Suddenly, the power turned off. The vehicle could be steered and brakes used, only. Then, as quickly as the power turned off, it restored and momentarily powered the accelerator. Then the power stopped again.…","quote_2_odi":"11233833","quote_2_text":"AFTER RAINSTORM, THE FOLLOWING HAPPENED: - TURN SIGNALS DO NOT WORK - ALARM WILL NOT ARM/DISARM - POWER LOCKS NO LONGER WORK - POWER SLIDING DOORS NO LONGER WORK CALLED HONDA TO TELL THEM THAT MY VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING BEHAVIOR DOCUMENTED IN SERVICE BULLETIN 08-078…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-engine-misfire","label":"Engine misfire and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11639830","quote_1_text":"2017 Honda Odyssey Piston ring failure leading to stop spark plug working while driving. This makes car shake heavily and can’t drive more than 20mph, sound from engine is loud. Had been happening every 1000 miles or so, changing spark plug temporary fix it.…","quote_2_odi":"11442463","quote_2_text":"Twice within 3 months our 2017 Honda Odyssey (65,000) miles has had a misfire in the engine and had a flashing engine light. Had to change spark plugs and coils twice and they had to adjust the pistons. Mechanic says he sees this a lot with this year and make.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-sliding-door-cable","label":"Power sliding door cable failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11664250","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear sliding door fell off after cables snapped when opening. This puts my kids at risk of falling out of the car. This happened spontaneously without any accidents or force.","quote_2_odi":"11514919","quote_2_text":"The car was parked and turned off on a hill, approximately 2-4deg grade. The automated sliding door was opened and the close door function was activated. With the door about halfway closed, a snapping sound could be heard and the door slammed shut.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-stall-hesitation","label":"Stall and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11600413","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined…","quote_2_odi":"11645369","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while at a stop light while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed. Additionally, the vehicle was hesitating. The contact stated that the failure occurred daily.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-sunroof-breakage","label":"Sunroof glass breakage","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11258615","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HONDA ODYSSEY. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE WITH HIS GRANDCHILD SEATED IN THE BACK SEAT, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES.…","quote_2_odi":"10980198","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 45 ON A SIDE ROAD AND I HEARD A POP AND THINGS START ROLLING DOWN THE ROOF AND OFF THE BACK OF THE CAR. I FOUND OUT THAT THE SUNROOF EXPLODED AND THE AIR WAS PULLING THE SUNROOF APART. LUCKILY I HAD THE VISOR CLOSED, SO THE GLASS DIDN'T FALL INTO THE CAR.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698082","quote_1_text":"-Torque convertor/transmission. We do currently have it and it could be inspected. -A sudden transmission failure could pose a safety risk to us and others. -Yes, see story below. Technician drove and did report feeling the shuddering.…","quote_2_odi":"11172558","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A STREET AND NORMALLY DECELERATING FROM 30 MPH TOWARDS A STOP LIGHT. WITHOUT WARNING THE CAR SUDDENLY DECELERATED AND STALLED THE ENGINE. IT WAS AS IF THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO PARK. THIS HAPPENED THREE OTHER TIMES AND EVENTUALLY,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11398095","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN UNEXPECTED ACCELERATION. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. THE SECOND RESULTED IN A COLLISION. AFTER COLLISION DEALER INSPECTED AND SAID NO PROBLEM WITH THROTTLE SYSTEM, BUT REFUSED TO RELEASE TEST RESULTS CLAIMING \"PROPRIETARY.\"…","quote_2_odi":"11276959","quote_2_text":"DRIVER ENTERED CAR IN GROCERY STORE PARKING LOT. CAR WAS STARTED AND PUT INTO DRIVE. CAR THEN SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELLERATED RAPIDLY INTO THE CONCRETE BASE OF A LIGHT POLE. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DRIVER SUSPECTS PROBLEM WITH COMPUTER THAT CONTROLS THE ACCELLERATOR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-connecting-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11739076","quote_1_text":"2018 Honda Odyssey with 3.5L engine, Honda dealership diagnosed engine noise to worn/failed connecting rod bearing. Vehicle has 109,000 miles. Noise started within last 6 months. No other symptoms experienced","quote_2_odi":"11705545","quote_2_text":"Engine damage from connecting rod bearing wear. The dealer inspected the vehicle. The dealer confirmed that the damage was caused by a connecting rod bearing. The engine had to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11685762","quote_3_text":"While driving, the engine suddenly began making a loud knocking/tapping noise. I immediately drove the vehicle to the Honda dealer, and as I was pulling into the service bay, the engine completely seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-curtain-airbag-deployment","label":"Curtain airbag deployment after pothole impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11743685","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle hit a pothole, and an unknown airbag unexpectedly deployed. The contact stated there was no injury sustained","quote_2_odi":"11732783","quote_2_text":"The vehicle struck a pothole in the road. Immediately upon impact, the passenger-side curtain airbag deployed with a loud report that I described as sounding like a gunshot next to my right ear","quote_3_odi":"11730874","quote_3_text":"My wife was driving the vehicle and hit a pothole on right side of our lane. This caused both driver and passenger side curtain airbags to deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-delayed-gear-engagement","label":"Delayed gear engagement when accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11728689","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experiences sudden and unpredictable delayed acceleration, particularly at low speeds. When attempting to accelerate from a complete stop or at speeds below 25 mph, the transmission fails to engage properly, leaving the vehicle stranded in the middle of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11713623","quote_2_text":"Vehicle lags in acceleration from a slow rolling start, at random times. There is a clear 1-2 second lag in the acceleration, then a sudden harsh shift into gear. Mostly happens during turns, and if traffic is present, may cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"11716819","quote_3_text":"Upon pressing the accelerator from a complete stop, the vehicle does not respond right away. The main incident was when traveling around 50 miles per hour on a highway, the van shifted into neutral on its own and the accelerator would not respond","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"Fuel pump failure with loss of engine power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11689272","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump Car had loss of power while on freeway Car seemed sluggish prior to going out. The low pressure fuel pump was replaced as part of recall 1/2025","quote_2_odi":"11700650","quote_2_text":"We had the previous Fuel Pump Recall completed but now at ~82,000 miles the HPFP goes out, these usually last much longer","quote_3_odi":"11736034","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experiencing loss of power especially on hills and when attempting to pass on highway. Experiencing difficulty starting drive from full stop. Slow ignition start. Occurs daily","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout with backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11698368","quote_1_text":"The infotainment center has completely failed. It began with sporadic shutting off and then restarting of the infotainment system as if a wire or connector were loose, along with popping sounds until the unit no longer turns on and appears to have completely failed","quote_2_odi":"11693765","quote_2_text":"The media touch screen display periodically goes blank and reboots during driving, which affects the backup camera, defrost control, and every other component controlled on the touchscreen display","quote_3_odi":"11704855","quote_3_text":"The Infotainment Display has been malfunctioning. The display goes black and the back-up camera is not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-multipurpose-camera-adas-loss","label":"Multipurpose camera failure disabling driver aids","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11741566","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Honda Odyssey with just under 59,000 miles is showing the following warnings: - ACC - Adaptive Cruise Control Problem - Collision Mitigation System Problem - Auto High-Beam Problem - Road Departure Mitigation System Problem - Lane Keep Assist Problem","quote_2_odi":"11722027","quote_2_text":"The Camera module failed in our van and gave us a U3000-49 code which caused the vehicle to lose Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), and Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) functions on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11730530","quote_3_text":"In May 2025, the front-facing windshield-mounted monocular multi-purpose camera unit abruptly failed in our 2018 Honda Odyssey Elite. The vehicle had ~53,000 miles on the odometer at the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-power-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door latch and reversal failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11753852","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side rear sliding door failed to latch as intended. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed door motor","quote_2_odi":"11730161","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the message \"Right Sliding Door Failure\" was displayed. The contact was forced to pull over and manually close the door for the door to latch securely","quote_3_odi":"11733900","quote_3_text":"This has been an ongoing issue with the sensors on the sliding door. When closing the door, it would start to close half way, then opens","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2018-tailgate-module-water-intrusion","label":"Power tailgate module failure after water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":949,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11749183","quote_1_text":"The power tailgate control module failed. There was water intrusion and the module was corroded. I replaced the module and the power tailgate worked properly. About a month later we had some heavy rain and the problem came back","quote_2_odi":"11724396","quote_2_text":"Problem is because water is leaking from the roof rails onto the tailgate module, causing the power liftgate control unit to short circuit, leading to unintended opening/closing or complete failure","quote_3_odi":"11706173","quote_3_text":"The Tailgate Control Module failed due to water getting in to it from normal rain. There seems to be a leak in the seam and caused the failure. I took it to the shop and confirmed the failure, purchased a new control module and replaced the faulty one","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-curtain-airbag-deployment","label":"Side curtain air bag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721137","quote_1_text":"On 2/27/25 while driving my 2019 Honda Odyssey on the hwy the passenger side curtain airbags deployed after running over a pothole in the road. This frightened my wife and may it very difficult to see to pull over safely on the side of highway. There were no passengers in the…","quote_2_odi":"11737026","quote_2_text":"I was driving at normal speed on XXX XXX parkway getting on to the XXX crossing, when I drove over a pothole. The passenger side curtain airbag suddenly deployed even though there was no collision. I had a [XXX] sitting in a car seat in the second row passenger side as well as…","quote_3_odi":"11702002","quote_3_text":"On 11/28/2025, I turned into the Walmart parking lot in Kemah TX, came to the stop sign, turned right and the passenger side airbags deployed. The passenger side curtain wall and passenger seat air bag deployed. There was no warning, no impact, no wreck just a loud explosion…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing knock and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700690","quote_1_text":"I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a serious engine failure on my 2019 Honda Odyssey, which experienced a rod bearing failure that has rendered the vehicle inoperable. This failure occurred despite the vehicle being properly maintained and driven under normal…","quote_2_odi":"11703334","quote_2_text":"The engine was the component that failed. While accelerating, I first noticed a slight knocking sound. At steady speeds the noise went away, but during the same drive it became progressively more frequent until it occurred under all driving conditions. When stopped at a light to…","quote_3_odi":"11697503","quote_3_text":"Connecting rod bearings rattling at 72000 miles on my 209 Honda Odyssey. Loss of power.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-fuel-injector-emissions","label":"Fuel injector failure and emissions system warning","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11716127","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Honda Odyssey had an emissions code come up with OBD II sensor code of P219A which led to research revealing that the code was a result of fuel injector failure. I took my van to the dealer who revealed that based on my VIN, I am not eligible for the extended warranty…","quote_2_odi":"11730800","quote_2_text":"My car issues a emissions systems problem, upon bringing it to the dealer it was identified that the fuel injector system failed. This is a known issue with 2019 Honda Odysseys. Upon running the VIN on my vehicle, it was found it does not qualify under the extended warranty even…","quote_3_odi":"11702800","quote_3_text":"2019 Honda Odyssey (VIN: [XXX] ) - Fuel injector failure at 51,000 miles, November 2025. Cost: $1,260. KNOWN MANUFACTURING DEFECT: Honda Service Bulletins 20-100, 21-002, 22-002 acknowledge widespread fuel injector failures in 2018-2019 Odysseys caused by debris from…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-honda-sensing-camera-failure","label":"Honda Sensing front camera failure disabling driver-assist","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696677","quote_1_text":"Multipurpose Camera failed at 110000 miles. This causes deactivation of the Lane Keep Assist, Collision Mitigation, Road Departure Mitigation, Auto High Beam and cruise control systems. The primary advanced safety features of the vehicle are disabled due to this issue. Issue has…","quote_2_odi":"11705771","quote_2_text":"The camera in the front windshield went out. It has caused NONE of my safety features to work. Honda is charging $2,500 for the part and labor. It's ridiculous how many people are having the SAME issue. My van didn't even have 52,000 miles. Honda needs to fix this issue","quote_3_odi":"11691924","quote_3_text":"Front monocular camera failed for no particular reason. Very unsafe.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-power-sliding-doors","label":"Power sliding door failure to open or latch","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721760","quote_1_text":"Both rear power sliding doors on my 2019 Honda Odyssey failed at approximately 74,000 miles. The sliding door motors can be heard running, but the doors do not move and cannot be opened normally. The doors are available for inspection upon request. This failure prevents rear…","quote_2_odi":"11716832","quote_2_text":"My driver sliding door will not open or close manually or automatically. This is concerning because if I was to ever get in a wreck and my van was struck on the passenger side, we wouldn't be able to get out of the car b","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-power-tailgate-water-intrusion","label":"Power tailgate module failure and water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726172","quote_1_text":"The rear portion of the vehicle is leaking water through the seams and cause major issues to the power tailgate control module. Water is infiltrating through either the seams of the trunk or side panels and right onto the module that controls the power tailgate. I've replaced…","quote_2_odi":"11709051","quote_2_text":"TAILGATE MALFUNCTION - unable to open and close tailgate. Warning message on dash states - TAILGATE POWER FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2019-transmission-hesitation-failure","label":"Transmission hesitation and delayed acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 841 total)","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729301","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Honda Odessey has had transmission issues since the very beginning. I've experienced jerking/shaking, hesitation before accelerating, delayed shifting, sudden loss of power. Fortunately none of this has resulted in any accident or injury. Unfortunately, yesterday…","quote_2_odi":"11714420","quote_2_text":"The transmission in my 2019 Honda Odyssey failed prematurely at approximately 102,800 miles, requiring a full transmission repair/replacement. Prior to failure, the vehicle exhibited known warning symptoms including harsh and erratic shifting, hesitation, delayed engagement, and…","quote_3_odi":"11711770","quote_3_text":"Transmission stops producing power and has delayed acceleration. Almost caused an accident and possibly fatalities.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-airbag-inadvertent-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11721441","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the driver’s side curtain air bag deployed without impact. No vehicle occupants were injured from the unintended deployment. The manufacturer was notified of the…","quote_2_odi":"11681560","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 12 mph on slightly snowy roads, my vehicle slipped and made a light impact with the sidewalk curb. Despite the minor nature of the collision, the entire left-side curtain airbag and seat airbag deployed with full force, as if a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-engine-rod-bearing-seizure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11698578","quote_1_text":"Connecting rod bearing failure at 105,000 miles, even with full recommended and documented service history.","quote_2_odi":"11689182","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. No warning…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto Idle Stop no-restart stall at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11744342","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle has stalled at stop lights several times over the past 6 years. The auto stop/start feature seems to fail. The vehicle will shut off but when you repeat the brake it will not restart and the vehicle will die completely. You have to put it in park…","quote_2_odi":"11691979","quote_2_text":"Honda Odyssey Idle Stop system failure Vehicle: 2020 Honda Odyssey (Elite) Incident description: While driving, the vehicle's \"Idle Stop\" system engaged as I came to a complete stop at [e.g., a traffic light, intersection, stop sign]. The engine shut off as…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-infotainment-backup-camera-fakra","label":"Infotainment blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11744772","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Honda Odyssey with approximately 73,000 miles that has experienced recurring infotainment and electrical system failures. The vehicle has undergone two prior repairs related to the Fakra connector issue, but the problem continues to occur. During…","quote_2_odi":"11692573","quote_2_text":"The Infotainment system continually goes blank, while driving leaving the backup camera disabled and without navigation. I returned the van a week after purchase and did not get it back for a month. Despite the recall was never completed. It has been back to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-multipurpose-camera-adas-loss","label":"Multipurpose camera failure disabling Honda Sensing","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11729449","quote_1_text":"With no preceding accident or damage, the vehicle suddenly received multiple warning lights on the dash, including: \"Adaptive Cruise Control Problem\", \"Lane Keeping Assist Problem\", \"Collision Mitigation System Problem\", \"Road Departure Mitigation System…","quote_2_odi":"11683343","quote_2_text":"The Multipurpose Camera Unit failed in my 2020 Honda Odyssey. This camera is responsible for enabling multiple advanced driver-assistance systems, including the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS), Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS), Road Departure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-power-liftgate-closes-on-people","label":"Power liftgate closing on occupants without stopping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11725298","quote_1_text":"The power liftgate opens, but then closes unexpectedly. It will open fully, dip down a couple inches, open back up fully and then close quickly. It does not stop closing when it meets moderate resistance, only stops when the button is pressed. I was unloading…","quote_2_odi":"11678487","quote_2_text":"The rear hatch will randomly close after it is opened. The hatch will not stop closing if someone is standing under it. Several times now it has closed while someone is getting something out of the back and you can not make it stop without quickly getting out…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-power-tailgate-water-intrusion","label":"Power tailgate control module failure from water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11740243","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Honda Odyssey power tailgate has failed due to water intrusion through defective rear body seam sealer, a known manufacturing defect. Water leaked into the rear driver's side panel and damaged the power tailgate control module, making the rear door…","quote_2_odi":"11670874","quote_2_text":"The power tailgate control module has been failing. That makes power tailgate problem light come on, than the tailgate beeps and eventually fails. It unlatches itself, and won't latch until the control module has been replaced. My control module has been…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2020-sliding-door-reopen","label":"Sliding doors failing to close and reopening","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":412,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11737979","quote_1_text":"Sliding doors sometimes do not close all the way and then reopen automatically. You cannot press the sliding doors to close and walk away. You have to stay to make sure they close because often times it will kick back and reopen. You have to manually help push…","quote_2_odi":"11668895","quote_2_text":"sliding doors will not close! they go to close and open up, I have woken up to my car doors open, several times. come out of the store and my sliding door open, they go to shut completely and open back up.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11528174","quote_1_text":"I was driving through an intersection. My automatic brakes activated for no reason, my car rapidly slowed down in the middle of an intersection, a bus hit my car from behind","quote_2_odi":"11495496","quote_2_text":"Exiting a construction zone (I-70 westbound near Mt. Comfort, Indiana) at approximately 60 to 65 mph, our 2021 Honda Odyssey, without warning, momentarily applied unwarranted automatic emergency braking. The brakes were actuated for (an estimated) one second and resulted in an…","quote_3_odi":"11689340","quote_3_text":"My van is braking when there are no cars or dangers in front of it. Sometimes there's a metal plate on the ground or speed bump when it brakes. Other times there's nothing in front. The car slams on the brakes and I cannot override it with the gas pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11693613","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Odyssey. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11611044","quote_2_text":"Took my odyssey to the local dealer a few months back for the recall and dealer told me they wouldn’t have the part until next year. Now this has caused an issue to where my whole airbag system is short circuiting and the dealership wants to fix all the other issues and not fix…","quote_3_odi":"11618224","quote_3_text":"I attempted to have recall repair work done at the dealer where I purchased the vehicle a few months ago and they told me the part will not be available until 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-auto-idle-stop-stall","label":"Auto Idle Stop failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11757074","quote_1_text":"When coming to a complete atop, the engine switches off (the idle stop function), which is ok, but when I release the brake the engine often fails to restart. I’ve replaced the battery but this appears to be a common problem. It’s been happening more now at the end of summer when","quote_2_odi":"11752152","quote_2_text":"2021 Odyssey EXL shuts off completely at a traffic stop light. Happened 2 times in a 2 week period.  Without warning the engine switches off completely and puts itself in \"P\" mode, all light comes on as if in accessory mode, radio switches off, all doors unlocked","quote_3_odi":"11523976","quote_3_text":"I was driving on I-270 highway in active HOV lane and had to stop because of traffic.  The car stopped the engine as it usually does by \"Auto Idle Stop\" system but failed to start it back when I needed to continue driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-infotainment-most-network-loss","label":"Infotainment MOST network loss and backup camera blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750723","quote_1_text":"While driving, the center display and Carplay screen spontaneously reboot and show \"Network Communication Lost.\" During these events I intermittently lose the rearview backup camera and other display functions and navigation as well as communication","quote_2_odi":"11689851","quote_2_text":"I hear a popping/crackling noise from the speakers then I get complete network loss for my backup camera, my dvd player, my clock, maps etc.System does a report after 5+ minutes. Message displayed before everything goes black is Network Connection Lost and MOST Net Off","quote_3_odi":"11435468","quote_3_text":"The 'infotainment\" system turned off stating \"network connection lost.\" The speakers then started making a VERY loud crackling sound that could not be controlled with the volume button. It was very distracting to the driver--sounded like rocks hitting the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-power-tailgate-water-intrusion","label":"Power tailgate control module failure from water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747727","quote_1_text":"In mid-March 2026, the power tailgate on my [year] Honda Odyssey lost power entirely. It does not respond to the key fob, the tailgate button, or the dashboard button — it will not open or close by any control. I personally inspected the tailgate area and found corrosion and…","quote_2_odi":"11702776","quote_2_text":"A “power tailgate problem” warning appeared, and the tailgate became completely inoperable. It would not latch manually or automatically, even when applying force. The latch would spring back open, and no mechanical sound came from the door.  Because the tailgate would not…","quote_3_odi":"11712381","quote_3_text":"The error message “Power Tailgate Problem” appeared on the dash. Following the error message, the power tailgate stopped working. It would not open or close with the remote, the button on the dash, or the button on the tailgate itself. I discovered water had been leaking in the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-radar-obstruction-adas-disable","label":"Radar obstruction warning disabling ADAS systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11611850","quote_1_text":"After a slight rain, the error of Radar Obstructed is being displayed. Can’t get this error removed or fixed.  After searching more I found out that: 1. Honda has a defective design in the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) of all Honda Odysseys, models 2018-2023.   2.…","quote_2_odi":"11582551","quote_2_text":"The issue initially arose during a rainstorm, where I received a warning message stating, \"Some Driver Assist Systems Cannot Operate: Radar Obstructed.\" Despite the weather clearing and thorough cleaning of both the sensors and the windshield camera, the warning persisted","quote_3_odi":"11637656","quote_3_text":"I was driving in light snowfall when several alerts notifying me that the radar sensor was not working. This is common in snow fall. Later I cleared off the radar unit cover (The Honda logo on the front of the car). The alerts remained. I took it to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture at low mileage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11682656","quote_1_text":"December 24th 2024, while moving at less then 5 mph, heard another loud pop and shudder/jolt. Someone sitting in the back thought that something fell on the vehicle.  This time noticed that left rear tire was into wheel well with vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11615521","quote_2_text":"At 57,000 miles with normal driving conditions, I heard a metal on metal noise on rear passenger side. Upon taking it to the mechanic, both rear springs were rusted & broken  - essentially giving my van no rear suspension and making it very dangerous to drive","quote_3_odi":"11726851","quote_3_text":"Rear passenger side shock absorber snapped on a family road trip.  Vehicle began to fishtail with every bump in the road leading to excursions very close to lane markings at times.  Inspection by dealer not only confirmed the damage but also found older damage involving the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2021-side-mirror-distortion-post-recall","label":"Side-view mirror distortion after recall replacement","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11541871","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V174000 (Visibility), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair was completed; however, while driving from the dealer, the contact noticed that the replacement side-view mirrors displayed a…","quote_2_odi":"11532898","quote_2_text":"I received a recall and call from the Honda dealership about a left and right side mirror recall, and they needed to be replaced. They were replaced with distorted blurry concave mirrors. Honda dealership was aware of this issue yet still installed them","quote_3_odi":"11540508","quote_3_text":"Completed a safety recall on Odyssey for a driver side mirror replacement and the mirror Honda provided and installed creates distorted images. It is nearly impossible to focus on traffic and safely change lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11712211","quote_1_text":"All passenger side curtain airbags deployed after going over a pothole, despite no tire/wheel/frame damage to the car according to the Honda dealership. No collision occurred, only going over a pothole","quote_2_odi":"11576300","quote_2_text":"Tired popped and all side airbags deployed - no collision or accident. No damage to the car except the wheel. Children were in the car and could have been seriously injured from airbags that deployed when there was not a serious reason for them to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11736652","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver side air bag deployed however, the vehicle was not in a crash. No warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-idle-stop-stall","label":"Engine stall during auto idle-stop restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11729291","quote_1_text":"The auto idle stop did not restart the engine and the van stalled in traffic multiple times. Temporary fix it to turn off auto idle stop every time we start the van","quote_2_odi":"11624588","quote_2_text":"Engine totally shut down at a stop sign. No indicator lights were on, the van was completely \"dead\"","quote_3_odi":"11679003","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a red light with brake engaged but not fully pushed down, the engine remained running while auto start/stop feature was still on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-mirror-vibration","label":"Side mirror vibration and glass detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11429872","quote_1_text":"Both driver and passenger side rear-view mirror glass separated from base within 3 months of ownership. Glass is held to plastic base with adhesive. Similar to complaint from MD already submitted","quote_2_odi":"11421584","quote_2_text":"The driver’s side rear-view mirror glass started to vibrate two weeks ago. While driving at freeway speed, I noticed the mirror glass tilt/drop down and it looks as if it had come detached from the mirror body itself","quote_3_odi":"11514138","quote_3_text":"The drivers side door mirror glass initially vibrated so it was impossible to see behind the vehicle. The glass fell out several times. After being repaired under warranty, the replacement glass that they put in now falls out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11605870","quote_1_text":"On a number of occasions the automatic braking system has engaged when no vehicles or objects were present in the vicinity of the vehicle. This is incredibly dangerous. When I get in the car now I have to remember to disengage that feature before operating the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11482873","quote_2_text":"Car randomly auto brakes for no reason. Sometimes when other car is parked in lane to the immediate left or across median. This has happened in multiple occasions","quote_3_odi":"11488647","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway with no cars or obstacles in front of me. The car auto brakes for me. If not because there were no car behind me, I would have been smashed by the car in the back. This have happen twice now!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-power-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door and tailgate malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11724510","quote_1_text":"No sensor in the back of the sliding rear doors. Door was being closed and 2 year old’s hand was caught and stuck in the back when the door completely closed","quote_2_odi":"11673398","quote_2_text":"The tail gate automatically closes on us due to failed strut to support it. This is a repeatable process","quote_3_odi":"11640074","quote_3_text":"Water leak causing failure of tailgate control module. Water intrusion of rear drivers side allows damage to the unit controlling the rear tailgate- rendering inoperable or unable to open/close","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11670790","quote_1_text":"The moonroof spontaneously shattered","quote_2_odi":"11718781","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded, causing the glass to shatter, while driving. The vehicle is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11526230","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the sunroof exploded, and parts of the sunroof detached from the vehicle. There was no injury from the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2022-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11425583","quote_1_text":"Car won't shift gear. We were stuck on the highway which was obviously not safe","quote_2_odi":"11420301","quote_2_text":"We were driving on M-14 EB, merging onto I-275 N. As we approached the exit ramp, the vehicle began to decelerate as the engine wildly revved","quote_3_odi":"11462996","quote_3_text":"The car was purchased new, and wasn’t even a year old. We were driving on the highway and all the sudden the engine revved. The car would no longer accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-adas-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-01-23 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662074","quote_1_text":"I will be driving on side streets around town (driving kids to school and daycare) and there will be no vehicle/obstacle near me/ in front of me and my van will flash on the dashboard \"brake\" and then it slams on the brake. This has happened at least 5-6 times as of todays date…","quote_2_odi":"11549343","quote_2_text":"2nd occurance: Driving on a dark street, van heavily applied brakes despite no obstacles. The braking occurred rapidly and van nearly came to a stop. Attempted to press harder on gas to override system with zero results. Had I been on a busier street, it would have resulted in a…","quote_3_odi":"11753361","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the brakes independently activated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-auto-idle-stop-stall","label":"Auto idle-stop engine stall in traffic","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02-02 → 2026-08-17","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757567","quote_1_text":"Seems like due to the auto idle, it makes the engine idle so low that it dies- my car died in middle of the road- the first time, I had it jumped, and mechanic said it was a fluke, second time, despite the testing not showing any issue, he said we can try to replace the battery","quote_2_odi":"11666380","quote_2_text":"Engine shut off in traffic after Auto Idle-Stop failed to restart.  While stopped at a red light with Auto Idle-Stop active, the engine shut down normally. When I released the brake to proceed, all electrical power dropped—cluster went dark, accessories reset, and the engine did…","quote_3_odi":"11556827","quote_3_text":"Twice while at a stop light, when the car was in Auto Idle Stop, it suddenly shut down completely. There was no power on the dashboard. I couldn't even turn on the hazard lights. The first time, this lasted several minutes, the second time, a few seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-engine-failure-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and mechanical failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03-01 → 2025-09-14","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682189","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power. The contact stated that the check engine and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. There was an abnormal metallic grinding sound coming from the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11659979","quote_2_text":"MY 2023 Odyssey has 40K miles and the cam shaft bearing is deteriorating and my engine oil is full of shavings. The dealership is acting as if because I did not get my oil changed there, that it somehow isnt their fault and not covered under the warranty","quote_3_odi":"11635266","quote_3_text":"An engine rod blew a hole in the engine block while traveling on the highway. This resulted in loss of engine power while others traveling at highway speeds around me. Additionally the vehicle was smoking heavily and smelled of burning . The vehicle only had 64000 miles with an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-infotainment-backup-camera-blank","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and rearview camera loss","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09-19 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701692","quote_1_text":"Around Dec 2024, the central control screen started blacking out. At first, it would black out and then the screen will come back on randomly. We took the car to Tempe Honda service center, and the technician was able to reproduce the problem, and it's covered under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11747806","quote_2_text":"The remedy for Safety Recall 23V-431 (MOST bus FAKRA connectors), performed 8/2023 at Joyce Koons Honda (Manassas, VA), has failed. The recall's stated safety risk, rearview camera failure when MOST communication is lost over 20 seconds, now occurs regularly on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11756123","quote_3_text":"This vehicle needs to be added to the current recall 23v-431.  Media screen goes blank and rear camera in operable when this happens","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-radar-obstruction","label":"ADAS radar obstructed warning disabling safety systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05-24 → 2026-05-04","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11590581","quote_1_text":"Honda has placed the RADAR behind the large HONDA emblem on the front grille. This causes the radar to give a \"RADAR OBSTRUCTED\" warning, which disables all Advanced Driver Assistance Systems in the car (Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision…","quote_2_odi":"11735652","quote_2_text":"They came down replaced the windshield reset the sensors. Everything was fine exactly one year later (2/2026) I got a warning on the dash that the radar was obstructed & all the sensors stopped working. I brought the car up to Largo Honda in [XXX]  City and they reset the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-seatbelt-lock-entrapment","label":"Rear seat belt locking and entrapment of occupants","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07-31 → 2026-05-12","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11536194","quote_1_text":"We purchased a brand new Honda Odyssey and when driving my 7 year old son began playing with the seatbelt. The seatbelt became wrapped around his neck and went into locked position so it couldn’t be loosened. I thankfully was near a restaurant so was able to get scissors from…","quote_2_odi":"11737388","quote_2_text":"My 8 year old child became locked in the seatbelt, the seatbelt would not unbuckle nor release tension, it kept getting tighter and tighter and he tried to get out when it then tightened around his diaphragm and chest making it very hard to take a breath","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11-15 → 2026-08-01","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566166","quote_1_text":"Mid November 2023, at 9 am, between Livermore and Pleasanton, California, USA, while driving my wife's 7000 miles Honda Odyssey Sport 2023 sunroof glass imploded. An extremely loud bang noise followed by a rain of micro crystals over my head, driver, passenger and back places","quote_2_odi":"11647789","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 50 mph, vehicle sunroof glass spontaneously exploded spraying shards of glass in the vehicle. The vehicle was not driven under any bridges, and there were no vehicles within a reasonable distance ahead or behind my vehicle that could have thrown…","quote_3_odi":"11754121","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the highway at highway speeds with no other vehicles around me and with my air conditioning on and the sunroof exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2023-tailgate-water-intrusion","label":"Power tailgate failure from water intrusion into rear body","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12-13 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732254","quote_1_text":"The power tailgate control unit (part #74970-THR-A12) failed on my 2023 Honda Odyssey at approximately 46,000 miles and 3 years of age. The tailgate stopped functioning entirely. Upon removing the interior rear trim panels to diagnose, I discovered the failure was caused by…","quote_2_odi":"11756755","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Honda Odyssey (only 2.5 years old with 60,000 miles) recently had a complete tailgate failure. The dealership diagnosed the issue as a failed roof seal. This factory seal failure allowed water to leak inside the vehicle, directly shorting out the tailgate motor module…","quote_3_odi":"11720628","quote_3_text":"Rear lift gate randomly opens and closes automatically while driving and when parked. My kids were in the back seat and there were groceries in the trunk that could have fallen out. Dealership said it's not a recall, and that it is due to a bad weather stripping around the rear…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-auto-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto Idle Stop failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-03 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11743427","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing an Auto Idle Stop (AIS) failure to restart from a complete stop. The engine dies, the electrical system resets, and it requires a manual button push or jumpstart to get moving again","quote_2_odi":"11736192","quote_2_text":"For the past year, the vehicle's Auto Idle Stop system has intermittently failed to restart the engine after coming to a complete stop at traffic lights. This creates a dangerous situation where the vehicle is immobilized in active traffic...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-engine-misfire-rough-idle","label":"Engine misfire and rough idle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 -> 2025-07","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11677629","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is idling rough. Took to dealership and they said it has an obvious misfire. Over a total of six days they had it and performed diagnostics that were requested by Hondas Tech line. The dealership told me that they were informed by Hondas tech line that is just how that vechile is.","quote_2_odi":"11616278","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the vehicle began to hesitate and idle abnormally rough. Upon resuming driving, the vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-heat-soak-starter-hard-start","label":"Starter heat soak and hard starts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11745717","quote_1_text":"Had to replace starter at 29,000 miles due to auto stop/start prematurely wearing out component.","quote_2_odi":"11690273","quote_2_text":"Reference: EA25004 Car fails to restart while warm, and idle stopped. This has happened twice in the last three months. The car will idle stop at an intersection - temperature outside is around 90-93. Air conditioner and other electronics are on in the car...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-radar-camera-obstruction","label":"Radar and camera obstruction disabling driver assistance","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 -> 2025-10","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11692031","quote_1_text":"The camera on top of the windshield and the radar behind the grill failed and the van has less then 12,000 miles! This is a well known issue. There is no obstruction. The area is clean and clear. Totally unacceptable.","quote_2_odi":"11637742","quote_2_text":"This complaint alleges issues with this vehicle as follows: 1. Honda has a defective design in the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) of all Honda Odysseys, models 2018-2024. 2. Namely, Honda has placed the RADAR behind the large HONDA emblem on the front grille...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-sunroof-drain-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11740750","quote_1_text":"Last week, I opened my vehicle door and noticed water standing in the foot well...","quote_2_odi":"11745290","quote_2_text":"Water leak, which could fire the taillight lamps. Happening to lot of Honda odessey models.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 -> 2025-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11741092","quote_1_text":"My wife and kids were driving down the highway when the moonroof spontaneously exploded. It made a loud popping noise and glass rained down on my wife and two young kids. No warning signs at all. Luckily everyone is safe but this did cause some traumatic.","quote_2_odi":"11668018","quote_2_text":"While driving on a highway in California we heard a bang above our heads followed by a cracking sound. I knew immediately that the sunroof exploded based on reading posts about it in a Facebook Odyssey owners group. Fortunately the interior slider/shade was closed and no glass fell on us.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2025-adas-false-activation","label":"Automatic braking and lane-keeping false activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735969","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the street about 15 miles per hour when the car sensor sensed something in front of my car and stopped automatically when there was nothing in front of me. Almost caused a rear-end accident, luckily, the car behind was able to stop","quote_2_odi":"11737710","quote_2_text":"CMBS error again now having lane assist error","quote_3_odi":"11741635","quote_3_text":"On three separate occasions — May 17, May 20, and May 29, 2026 — the vehicle's Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) / Collision Mitigation Braking System activated without cause while traveling at highway speed (one of these occasions was on an interstate)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2025-ais-restart-failure","label":"Auto Idle Stop system failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":179,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756738","quote_1_text":"Auto start stop feature caused car to shut off at lights- happened 4-5x. Very dangerous. Battery replaced but then still had issues. Starter replaced","quote_2_odi":"11754416","quote_2_text":"Idle stop system failed at red light. Rather than restarting when light turned green, car turned off and required being turned off and back on in order to restart","quote_3_odi":"11754002","quote_3_text":"Several times, The Odyssey won’t restart after the Auto Idle Stop kicks in at a stoplight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2025-suspension-steering-noise","label":"Front suspension and steering clunking noise","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":307,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732531","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new 2025 Honda Odyssey XLE in February 2025 and soon noticed a clunking noise coming from the front suspension whenever I hit bumps","quote_2_odi":"11735618","quote_2_text":"There is suspension noise coming from driver side when driving in low speed (10-30mph). You can feel it when turning and accelerating slowly","quote_3_odi":"11741197","quote_3_text":"Noise coming from front driver side suspension or steering column/components. The noise is very light, but sounds like a clunking/rattle and can be felt through the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2026-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstruction present","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742115","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a 35mph road, the car in front of me slowed down, I was about 2 car lengths behind it. No notice, no warning, my Odyssey SLAMMED on the brakes and brought me to an abrupt stop with no notice and no need","quote_2_odi":"11704863","quote_2_text":"On November 12, I was on the highway in the right lane, there was a car about 4 car lengths ahead of me in my lane and the car in the middle lane was quite a distance ahead. Just as I got in the middle lane, BOOM! the vehicle's CMBS malfunctioned and slammed on the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11697370","quote_3_text":"Observed repeatedly while operating at highway/interstate cruising speed, with adaptive cruise engaged: any changes in road texture - concrete to blacktop, between different types of blacktop or concrete, separation joints, etc - such as when crossing a bridge","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2026-blind-spot-monitor-failure","label":"Blind spot monitoring system inoperable","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733965","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s Blind Spot Warning system intermittently fails during normal operation. The warning message “Blind spot information system problem. See your dealer.” appears after driving or after restarting the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11727985","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Honda Odyssey. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the blind spot monitor became inoperable with the message \"Blind Spot Information Systems Failure - See Dealer\" displayed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2026-fuel-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel and exhaust odor entering passenger cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754409","quote_1_text":"Gasoline fuel vapors enter the passenger cabin of my 2026 Honda Odyssey while driving. The problem began XXX, the day after a dealer oil change, and has recurred repeatedly, growing stronger each time","quote_2_odi":"11754522","quote_2_text":"Beginning this past weekend, the vehicle suddenly began filling the passenger cabin with a strong exhaust-like odor during normal operation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2026-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto Idle Stop failing to restart engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750598","quote_1_text":"I own a 2026 Honda Odyssey Elite. On multiple occasions, the Auto Idle Stop system shut the engine off while stopped at a traffic light. When I released the brake pedal to proceed, the engine failed to restart, leaving the vehicle disabled in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11743032","quote_2_text":"My 2026 Honda Odyssey was stopped at a traffic light with Auto Idle Stop engaged. When traffic was ready to move, the engine appeared to restart for about half a second and then shut down","quote_3_odi":"11744414","quote_3_text":"The Auto Idle/stop caused my engine to stall not once but twice in the past few weeks while on a major highway. Light turns green and my car won't start back up. I have to let the car sit for a second then restart the car while traffic is flying past me on this highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Odyssey","model_slug":"odyssey","cluster_id":"odyssey-2026-sunroof-window-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof and rear window glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751853","quote_1_text":"Driving in city limits without any other vehicles nearby, the sunroof “exploded”. After immediately pulling over and inspecting the sun roof from outside the glass was buckled up, away from the interior of the car. The glass then all fell to the interior door","quote_2_odi":"11730490","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving. No object hit the sunroof","quote_3_odi":"11728552","quote_3_text":"My husband and I are driving down the road to go to the store and the sunroof exploaded there was no car in front or behind us for something to of had hit it. It just burst into pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/odyssey","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle stop fails to restart engine at stops","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524499","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was unable to restart after the auto idle stop engaged at a stoplight, shutting the engine off","quote_2_odi":"11637721","quote_2_text":"The Idle-Stop system engages as expected when the vehicle comes to a stop, but the engine fails to restart when I release the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11482090","quote_3_text":"When the auto engine idle is engaged (Which is the default setting), when you stop, the engine idle works as advertised, then after a few moments the car will totally shut off and place itself in neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-backup-camera-display-fault","label":"Backup camera and display screen malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719363","quote_1_text":"Radio/Screen/Back-up camera do not turn on or turn off randomly and unexpectedly when driving","quote_2_odi":"11617029","quote_2_text":"Backup camera is suddenly distorted with green and pink colors covering the actual image","quote_3_odi":"11717867","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH on the interstate, the instrument cluster briefly went blank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-front-camera-adas-failure","label":"Front camera fault disables Honda Sensing suite","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547093","quote_1_text":"The monocular camera, part 36160-TGS-A13 failed. This camera drives the vast majority of safety features on the Honda Passport","quote_2_odi":"11710939","quote_2_text":"Front camera that is needed for all of the lane sensing, Cruise control, lane keep assist malfunctions","quote_3_odi":"11733072","quote_3_text":"The safety features connected to the camera and vehicle sensors have all stopped working. Every time I start my car, multiple lights come on and dashboard messages that cruise control, lane assist and collision prevention systems are not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-fuel-pump-recall-stalling","label":"Fuel pump recall stalling and parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power causing the driver to lose control of the steering and crash into the rear of a Semi-Truck","quote_2_odi":"11637708","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11663091","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic braking activates with no obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748679","quote_1_text":"There has been multiple times that my 2019 passport has had the “brake” indicator pop up on my dash telling me to brake when there is nothing there I mean like a completely empty road","quote_2_odi":"11453947","quote_2_text":"The auto braking system comes on randomly without warning and for no reason. A warning flashing BRAKE. BRAKE comes on, you can feel the brakes grab slightly","quote_3_odi":"11431785","quote_3_text":"The Automatic brake goes on and off randomly. It has caused an accident in my vehicle and also two flat tires and wheel damage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2019-transmission-hard-shift-failure","label":"Transmission hard shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520509","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle I had issues with jerking of the transmission in 4th or 5th gear around 30-35mph","quote_2_odi":"11460083","quote_2_text":"Was traveling at speed of 20 mph on a residential street when engine suddenly paused and car shifted into neutral","quote_3_odi":"11475286","quote_3_text":"We were driving on and entering the highway via the on-ramp when we heard a popping noise. Upon hearing the noise the car stalled and was immediately put in neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair parts not available at dealer","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11691631","quote_1_text":"The dealer advised the contact not to have a passenger seated in the front passenger’s seat due to the risk associated with the recall","quote_2_odi":"11623873","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Passport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11690292","quote_3_text":"The contact called the local dealer, who confirmed that parts were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-camera-unit-failure","label":"Multipurpose camera failure disables driver assist systems","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756246","quote_1_text":"The front multipurpose camera system failed, triggering multiple safety warning lights simultaneously, including ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control), LKAS (Lane Keeping Assist System), and related camera-dependent safety systems, along with a \"Multipurpose Camera Unit\" fault code","quote_2_odi":"11627676","quote_2_text":"Front radar camera is broken after 100000 miles. Errors include: adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assist, brake system, road departure mitigation system, auto high beam, collision mitigation","quote_3_odi":"11637647","quote_3_text":"We are currently experiencing very cold weather in my area. I have a Honda Passport that uses a camera for its braking, LKAS, ACC, and other features. During extreme cold, the camera shorts out causing safety systems to fail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-connecting-rod-failure","label":"Engine connecting rod bearing failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11704578","quote_1_text":"Napleton Honda diagnosed the issue as \"rod knock\" due to failing connecting rod bearings","quote_2_odi":"11754332","quote_2_text":"In April 2024 on a road trip to [XXX], the engine suffered a catastrophic failure without warning near [XXX]. The connecting rod or rods broke, and one of them exited the engine","quote_3_odi":"11714777","quote_3_text":"Engine failed and now the piston rod is knocking inside the engine. Engine failure while operating a vehicle is extremely dangerous and could cause an accident or death to myself and anyone else around my vehicle while its being operated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-idle-stop-restart","label":"Auto Idle Stop system fails to restart engine at stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11685379","quote_1_text":"On 4-5 occasions, the auto shutoff system will shut the vehicle down at a stop light when the brake is depressed. The vehicle did not restart as normal. In order to get the vehicle to restart, the vehicle has to be turned completely off and allowed to sit for 1 minute","quote_2_odi":"11652033","quote_2_text":"While stopped at a busy intersection under a red light our 2020 Honda Passport's 'Auto Idle Stop Function' had automatically stopped the engine with the brakes applied, upon releasing the brakes the engine did not restart as it was supposed to","quote_3_odi":"11681724","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a red light, the Auto Idle Stop (AIS) system engaged. When I attempted to accelerate as the light turned green, the engine failed to restart. The car was immobilized in the left-hand lane, hazards on, and shifted itself into Park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-infotainment-popping","label":"Infotainment system speaker popping and screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11432023","quote_1_text":"Manufacturer Communication Number: A21-012 Summary Service Bulletin - A loose connection in the MOST bus network is causing a popping or crackling from the speakers or no sound from the audio system","quote_2_odi":"11337850","quote_2_text":"DRIVER DISTRACTIONS CAUSED BY A REPEAT INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM FAILURE AND LOUD SPEAKER POPPING NOISES","quote_3_odi":"11350501","quote_3_text":"POPPING NOISE, RADIO/NAVIGATION SCREEN GOING BLANK, REAR VIEW CAMERA FOR BACKING UP DOES NOT WORK & MOST IMPORTANTLY THE INSTRUMENT GAGES GOES BLANK WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"honda-passport-2020-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system brakes with no obstruction present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11583564","quote_1_text":"Lately the automatic braking system has been applying the brakes unnecessarily when there's nothing in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11744941","quote_2_text":"As I actively accelerated to pass the turning vehicle, my Honda’s Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) inadvertently activated despite my lane being completely clear and unobstructed","quote_3_odi":"11406768","quote_3_text":"ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL WORKS WELL MOST OF THE TIME. OCCASIONALLY, IT IGNORES STOPPED TRAFFIC AND CLOSES TO A DANGEROUS DISTANCE. IT THEN SLAMS ON THE BRAKES AND ALL WARNING LIGHTS GO ON. THE SENSORS ARE DEFECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2021-auto-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto idle stop failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11702714","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has been having AIS issues for a couple of years, requiring new batteries, new starter/relays and countless internal computer updates (none of which have helped btw...). This morning she had the AIS engaged, went to turn left at a green light and when she released the…","quote_2_odi":"11528172","quote_2_text":"The auto engine idle is failing to properly restart the vehicle. After coming to a complete stop the vehicle will not restart on its own. I have to put the vehicle in park, wait a few minutes and then push the start button to restart the vehicle. The vehicle will be available…","quote_3_odi":"11687425","quote_3_text":"My Passport has shut down 4 times recently while idling at a stop. There is a auto start/stop feature on the car that shuts down the engine at stops until the brake is released. The problem is that it sometimes does not restart after releasing the brake. The first 3 times it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2021-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"CMBS automatic emergency braking without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11462717","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the Passport, we have experienced a \"Phantom Braking\" problem, in which the automatic emergency braking system is deployed for a few seconds.  This occurs several times a month","quote_2_odi":"11491201","quote_2_text":"i have had two incidents of the CMBS slamming on my brakes on my 2021 Honda Passport, EXL, with no threat to warrant the incident.   It locked the brakes instantly and I was injured mildly the first time and the second time caused  medical bills, a cervical neck epidural…","quote_3_odi":"11529316","quote_3_text":"False Brake light flash and brake applied because of oncoming traffic.  Heavy brake application because of car in the left lane making a turn.  Can't tell you how many times I've almost been rear ended, and people blasting their horns at me because this foolish car slams on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2021-connecting-rod-bearing-failure","label":"3.5L V6 connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755201","quote_1_text":"The engine experienced a catastrophic lower-end bearing failure at approximately 63,000 miles. The vehicle had been maintained according to the manufacturer's recommended maintenance schedule at the dealership service department. There were no missed oil changes.  The failure…","quote_2_odi":"11753735","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a catastrophic internal engine failure caused by connecting rod bearing failure. Prior to the failure, the engine developed abnormal internal knocking/noise, indicating bearing deterioration. The engine is currently available for inspection.  While…","quote_3_odi":"11735989","quote_3_text":"My 2021 Honda Passport Elite suffered cataphoric engine failure at 90,000 miles.  The 6th cylinder bearing was missing when my vehicle was towed into Honda for diagnosis after my engine shut off while I was traveling 55 mph. I had no warnings for this failure including no engine…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2021-honda-sensing-camera-failure","label":"Honda Sensing multipurpose front camera failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751267","quote_1_text":"The multipurpose front camera on my 2021 Honda Passport failed without warning, causing mutliple Honda sensing safety systems to become inoperative. Warning messages appeared indicating failures of the collision mitigation braking system, adaptaptive cruise control, lane keeping…","quote_2_odi":"11685524","quote_2_text":"When I turn on the car, the \"BRAKE SYSTEM\" warning light appears, along with several alerts that disable all Honda safety features, including:  1. Road Departure Mitigation System Problem  2. Auto High-Beam Problem  3. Adaptive Cruise Control Problem  4. Lane Keeping…","quote_3_odi":"11756927","quote_3_text":"U3000-49, front facing camera issue, obviously a known flaw, message boards flooded with complaints and ridiculous costs to repair, us included to the tune of $2400. Class action suit filed June 2028","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2021-transmission-neutral-slip","label":"Transmission self-shifting into neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11440641","quote_1_text":"Multiple times when my car is in drive I will receive a message on the dashboard saying \"Transimission Problem. See Manual\"  When this happen the car automatically shifts into Neutral and will not shift back into any gear other than Park unless I completely restart the car","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-engine-power-loss-limp","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693614","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH with cruise control engaged, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 25 MPH. The accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact pulled over safely. The engine warning light was illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11640224","quote_2_text":"When driving on Highway the engine will lose drive power, hesitate and temporarily stall. This happened soon after we purchased and again multiple time and when in traffic nearly cause cars behind to crash into us. This is very scary. We have taken into Honda dealership multiple…","quote_3_odi":"11579620","quote_3_text":"Was driving at highway speed on the Garden State Parkway when the vehicle went into limp mode and many errors codes appeared.  Was barely able to get on the shoulder then limp to a parking lot at an exit. Car had to be towed to the dealer where it is in the process of having a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-forward-collision-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false activation and braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11583700","quote_1_text":"While driving on one lane each way roads, my automatic emergency breaking would trigger on cars going in the opposite direction. This generally just had the breaking notification trigger and beep at me, but had ~ 12 incidents where my car would auto-break for  cars going the…","quote_2_odi":"11494591","quote_2_text":"Vehicle intermittently applies front collision system braking on curves and on highway. It is vary unsafe and have almost been rear ended multiple times due to front collisions system engaging and applying brakes. Vehicle front collision system applies brakes randomly and with…","quote_3_odi":"11723497","quote_3_text":"On numerous occasions while driving on the highway with no other vehicles in the vicinity of my vehicle the forward collision active braking activates aggressively and brakes for no reason this is concerning at 70 mph with a vehicle behind that may be following to close on a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-front-camera-adas-failure","label":"Front-facing multipurpose camera and ADAS system failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662907","quote_1_text":"The forward-facing mulitpurpose camera has failed on numerous occasions.  This causes failures of: Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Collision Mitigation System, Auto High-Beam, Road Departure Mitigation, and Lane Keeping Assist.  There are numerous incidents of the same failure…","quote_2_odi":"11681415","quote_2_text":"The last time the system failed (with all of the bells and whistles) I went back to Honda and they informed me a replacement was required.   $1500 later the front facing Multipurpose Camera was replaced.   The car’s 3 year warranty expired 2 months before the needed replacement.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-idle-stop-starter-failure","label":"Auto idle-stop no-restart and starter failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755375","quote_1_text":"The starter motor on my 2022 Honda Passport failed, causing a complete 'no-restart' condition after entering Auto Idle-Stop mode. The vehicle previously received the mandatory PGM-FI idle-stop software update under Honda Service Bulletin 23-008, proving that the software fix…","quote_2_odi":"11748024","quote_2_text":"The vehicle auto idle-stop system has failed to restart at a traffic light. The vehicle shuts down and eventually restarts after several manual attempts and was able to be driven again. Typically, the vehicle stops in the middle of the road at the stop light and the engine shuts…","quote_3_odi":"11619081","quote_3_text":"This week, more than once, after when the idle stop system came on, the care stalled.  Both times, I was in traffic and this created a dangerous situation for me.  When I took my foot off the brake and touched the gas to proceed when the light turned green, the car stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-infotainment-audio-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and audio system disruption","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724601","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen on my 2022 Honda Passport is constantly blacking out or freezing up. In addition to no use of radio or GPS when this happens, there is also no backup camera or rear cross traffic warning. This creates a safety issue. The vehicle has been to the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11520893","quote_2_text":"Radio system is making cracking noise and audio cuts in and out which requires it to be turned off in order to get it to stop. The noise can be startling and the need to unplug audio and turn unit on and off creates a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-steering-stiffness-looseness","label":"Steering stiffness, looseness, and rack noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662826","quote_1_text":"At 62,000 a very noticeable gap in steering going left or right become present. As you turn the steering left or right before the tires began to turn a noticeable clanking notice like gears hitting. The action of clanking was repeating every move more noticeable in park while…","quote_2_odi":"11734886","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while operating the vehicle stated that the vehicle has stiff steering and a odd noise coming from the steering wheel. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V184000 (Steering) however, the VIN was not included in the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2022-transmission-hesitation-failure","label":"Transmission hesitation, shudder, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713610","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle experienced total transmission failure with no warning while I was driving on a narrow country road. The car shifted into neutral, and I was unable to go anywhere, so I sat in the middle of the road with hazard lights on in a state of panic. We had the car towed to a…","quote_2_odi":"11551745","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a delayed response to accelerate as if the transmission doesn’t want to shift or missing the next up shift. Starting from a stop position you have to press further down on the accelerator to get the vehicle to move which could lead you to accident either hit someone…","quote_3_odi":"11672920","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the transmission hesitated prior to accelerating. In addition, the contact stated that while reversing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-ac-compressor-failure","label":"Air conditioning compressor failure and loss of cooling","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737955","quote_1_text":"A/C compressor (shaft seal leak confirmed by Mt. Kisco Honda dealer diagnosis). The vehicle is available for inspection. •  Safety risk: No direct crash risk, but loss of A/C in hot weather (NY summers) reduces driver comfort and can cause fatigue or window fogging in certain…","quote_2_odi":"11757163","quote_2_text":"2023 honda passport trailsport rear a/c is blowing warm air and will not get cold. if rear ac is not blowing any cold air than it will be sure that front ac will follow, this should be a manufacturer defect recall because there are many same model with the exact same problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556931","quote_1_text":"On regular asphalt roads in clear daytime weather with no cars in front of me (and usually no cars behind), the emergency braking system goes nuts and slams on the brakes and the wheel starts shaking. The roads have never been wet, and there has never been debris or other objects","quote_2_odi":"11721424","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) engaged while there were no vehicles or objects nearby. The contact stated that prior to the failure, the message \"BRAKE\" was displayed, the steering wheel vibrated, and the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-brake-caliper-bolt","label":"Front brake caliper bolt detachment","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11532949","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was a loud booming sound coming from the passenger’s side front of the vehicle nearby the wheel. The contact lost control of the vehicle, and the brakes failed to stop the vehicle immediately. The contact coasted…","quote_2_odi":"11709507","quote_2_text":"Further inspection revealed that a front brake caliper (flange) bolt was missing, and the brake caliper had shifted out of position. This bolt is a critical fastener that secures the brake caliper to the brake assembly and is available for inspection through service records","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-electrical-engine-shutdown","label":"Electrical system failure causing engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11599704","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered an electrical failure while driving (55-60mph).  During this electrical failure the engine shut off, had no power steering or brakes, and had to get the vehicle off the road and stopped under these conditions.  After getting the vehicle stopped, the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11615492","quote_2_text":"My Auto-Electronic braking was randomly engaging while I was driving. It was unnecessary, & scary. It would just engage, then stop. Then, My Emissions Systems Light came on, & would NOT go off. I had to get to a safe place. The dealership told me to bring it to them, it NEVER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight lens interior condensation and moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753370","quote_1_text":"On July 15, 2026, I noticed condensation inside the entire lens of my left headlight. The attached pictures will show no damage at all to the headlight. Venice Honda examined the vehicle and headlight on July 27, 2026 and upon completion the service tech stated that the CPO…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-lkas-unintended-steering","label":"Lane keeping assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578234","quote_1_text":"I was traveling on a visible highway, no weather conditions and my vehicle snatched me into the other lane almost striking the vehicle next to me. I waited to see if it would happen again and then my AEB started just randomly slamming on breaks when vehicles in the oncoming lane…","quote_2_odi":"11581670","quote_2_text":"On this day it was approximately 5:45AM my 2023 Honda Passport indicated to Brake in the dash then proceeded to snatch me into a curb at 50 MPH. I have since taken it back to the dealership where they can not diagnose the problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2023-powertrain-shifting","label":"Powertrain hesitation, gear-hunting, and rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725537","quote_1_text":"THE MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE: Hesitation and gear searching on acceleration.  Intermittent acuity.  3 times I needed to accelerate quickly in order to merge with 40 mph traffic from a stop sign.  I stepped on the throttle and the vehicle lurched into traffic then lost power and gear…","quote_2_odi":"11557516","quote_2_text":"Transmission lags when going slow.  From a stop on a hill, the car did not accelerate when the gas pedal was pushed, almost causing a crash as I merged into oncoming traffic.  It felt like it did not go into gear properly or was not recognizing the gears.  Dealership advised it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2025-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto Idle Stop system restart failure at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755360","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffers from an intermittent and dangerous \"no-restart\" defect involving the Auto-Idle Stop (AIS) system","quote_2_odi":"11753210","quote_2_text":"For several months before the failure, the Auto Idle Stop (engine stop-start) system became progressively slower to restart the engine after stopping","quote_3_odi":"11695798","quote_3_text":"I am submitting this report regarding a serious safety issue with my 2025 Honda Passport related to the auto stop/start feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2025-cmbs-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision braking system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744542","quote_1_text":"Collision Mitigation Braking System ( CMBS) on occasion orange dash brake light illuminates doesn't stop vehicle , has occurred since purchase on 02/25/2025 at least 150 times , current mileage to 06/16/2026 6877 miles, ref Honda Case # 1641332 , now every time on short drives…","quote_2_odi":"11720807","quote_2_text":"2025 Honda Passport with 10k miles ***Braking issues - -Collision Mitigation System going off randomly and often, with no oncoming traffic, no obstacles or obstructions","quote_3_odi":"11637177","quote_3_text":"Emergency braking system activated for no apparent reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2025-sunroof-failure","label":"Sunroof glass failure and noise","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695246","quote_1_text":"On Sunday 10/19/2025, estimated 11:15 a.m., while traveling on the 215 West in Riverside, California, my 17 year old granddaughter, riding in the passenger front seat of my 2025 Honda Passport, and I, heard an explosion overhead and immediately could hear the sound of wind","quote_2_odi":"11688692","quote_2_text":"While driving the sunroof exploded for no apparent reason. Honda dealer said that it was not their problem and not covered under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11671529","quote_3_text":"The 2025 Honda Passport has developed an issue where the sunroof produces a popping or squeaking noise when it is being opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2025-transmission-hard-shifting","label":"Automatic transmission hard shifting and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743922","quote_1_text":"With only 7688 miles, have been having transmission issues like hard shifting, not shifting when needing to speedup especially when trying to pass or on highway","quote_2_odi":"11727303","quote_2_text":"car transmission issue not getting enough power while putting foot on gas pedal rpm goes upto 5k for getting speed not shifting gear properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system failure with loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743434","quote_1_text":"Our 2026 Honda Passport TSE suddenly stalled twice in active traffic intersections in Albuquerque, NM under acceleration and during a left turn, causing a sudden loss of motive power and a severe safety hazard and a potentially life threatening situation","quote_2_odi":"11749880","quote_2_text":"My 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite (purchased new May 2025) has repeated, intermittent failures of the electrical system and drive-power (propulsion) function, beginning at ~16,700 miles","quote_3_odi":"11661174","quote_3_text":"Today, while backing from my driveway into our residential street, I came to a complete stop and placed the vehicle's transmission from Reverse to Drive and when doing so, the vehicle shut itself off, put itself into park and engaged the parking brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-harsh-transmission-shift","label":"Harsh transmission shifting and shift flare","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755655","quote_1_text":"PASSPORT 10 SPEED HARSH SHIFTING AT LOW SPEEDS. DOES NOT SHIFT FROM LOWER GEARS SMOOTHLY. ENGINE REVS BETWEEN GEARS. IT'S A HYDRAULYIC SHIFT FLARE. IN ADDITION, HARSH DOWNSHIFTING AND ABRUPT DECELERATION WHEN LIFTING OFF THE GAS PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11736166","quote_2_text":"While passing at highway speeds under heavy acceleration, the transmission system on my 2026 Honda Passport with approximately 7,000 miles malfunctioned. Multiple warning messages appeared, including “Transmission system problem. Reverse gear not available. See your dealer,”","quote_3_odi":"11688730","quote_3_text":"My 2026 Passport has severe transmission issues that the dealership and Honda North America are not acknowledging. The shifts are harsh at any speed. The downshifts (especially from 40-0 mph) are consistently violent and jerky","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-ota-update-failure","label":"Over-the-air software update failure (TT04 error)","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735101","quote_1_text":"The vehicle system keeps throwing code TT04 for a failed over-the-air update. The tech specialist indicated there is no current fix for the issue other than restarting the OTA system, disabling the auto-update function, and not checking for updates","quote_2_odi":"11733121","quote_2_text":"Only 4200 miles and receiving TT04 error which appears, from social media, has been ignored by Honda or just no fix and any fix by the dealer would be temporary. Very disappointed, Honda has always been my car of choice","quote_3_odi":"11754870","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s software can’t be updated due to a well known long standing error. This could effect safety systems, I was told that my car has four updates (dealer)which can’t download/install due to this OTA problems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754813","quote_1_text":"I was driving approximately 70 MPH, on a freeway in rain; I moved to the passing lane to go around a semi-truck. Spray from the semi was heavy but I could still see the road. Suddenly, the car brakes engaged very strongly. We were jolted forward in our seats","quote_2_odi":"11753670","quote_2_text":"My 2026 Honda Passport has experienced two separate “phantom breaking” events while I was driving on clear roadways without any other traffic. Both events occurred while driving with cruise control set at 35 mph","quote_3_odi":"11752177","quote_3_text":"My 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport Elite has twice applied its brakes on its own, with no obstacle, vehicle, or hazard in front of me to justify braking. On July 13, 2026, at approximately 5:36 p.m., I was driving in evening traffic when the vehicle suddenly braked hard on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-seat-tailbone-pressure","label":"Ventilated seat design causing tailbone pressure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748147","quote_1_text":"I purchased a Honda Passport Trailsport Elite on 6/29/26. I had a 3 hr drive ahead of me. After driving approximate 8-10 miles, the seats became extremely uncomfortable to the point that I had to turn around and go back to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11727570","quote_2_text":"The front seats on our new 2026 Honda Passport Elite are extremely uncomfortable. To the point of actually being painful. It feels like there is something towards the back of the seat where you sit that is bulging","quote_3_odi":"11686520","quote_3_text":"This is not an accident but a could contribute to an accident. the drivers seat on the 2026 Honda passport is extremely difficult to sit in more than 30 mins. The fan ventilation \"system\" that is in the New 2026 passport can be felt and puts pressure in the pelvic floor and tail…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-steering-clicking","label":"Steering wheel clicking noise and clock spring failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756372","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel clicks when turning. Purchase dealership did nothing. 2nd Honda dealer ship replaced the clock spring and steering column. Helped for a day then the noise returned. Additionally, there’s a dead spot when turning","quote_2_odi":"11744744","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Honda Passport. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel, there was a clicking sound like a loosened spring in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to diagnosed and the contact was informed that the steering wheel needed…","quote_3_odi":"11680277","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel makes clicking noises at low speeds when turning. Dealership was able to replicate the noise and diagnosed as bad coil reel. The coil reel was replaced and the problem persists. Informed by dealer that there’s nothing more they can do","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752332","quote_1_text":"The sunroof shattered without any impact issue, while we were driving down the road at approximately 65 MPH. If the sunshade had not been closed the driver and two passengers would have been showered in glass risking serious injury","quote_2_odi":"11739006","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway, somewhere between Battle Creek and Kalamazoo, the sunroof spontaneously exploded. Thankfully, the sunroof liner had been closed so no glass entered the cabin","quote_3_odi":"11683052","quote_3_text":"Purchased a 2026 Honda Passport and driven approximately 1 month, 1000 miles. While going down the interstate, the panoramic sunroof exploded. Had the fabric cover not been closed, my children could have been seriously injured by shards of glass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2026,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Passport","model_slug":"passport","cluster_id":"passport-2026-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking from road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754206","quote_1_text":"On July 31, 2026, we we're driving north on interstate 81 in northeastern Pennsylvania when a small rock flew up from another vehicle striking the windshield and creating a small star-shaped crack in the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11741182","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracked and was replaced in early May 2026. Less than 3 weeks later, windshield has cracked again in exact same location. People on forum are starting to report same issues. I feel this is a design flaw in the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11754204","quote_3_text":"On June 29, 2026, we were driving on interstate 87 near the Albany airport when a small rock struck my car windshield which caused a small, star-shaped crack on the driver's side of my windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/honda/passport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-brake-pedal-cold-weather","label":"Brake pedal failure in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10320208","quote_1_text":"2010 HONDA PILOT LX 2WD. I PURCHASED ON DEC 12 2009. THE BRAKE PEDAL SOMETIME FEEL SOFT. I HAVE TO PRESS HARDER AND CLOSER TO THE FLOOR","quote_2_odi":"11196771","quote_2_text":"BRAKES SUDDENLY AND HARD TRYING TO AVOID A CRASH. BRAKES (OR ABS) DID NOT WORK. P BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AND NOTHING HAPPENED NO BRAKING OCCURRED AND RAN FULL FORCE INTO CAR IN FRONT OF ME. BRAKES DID NOT WORK AT ALL TO SLOW SPEED OR STOP TO AVOID OR LESSEN THE IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-compliance-bushing-failure","label":"Front compliance bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11118913","quote_1_text":"FRONT CONTROL ARM BUSHING IS TORN AND LEAKING FLUID. THIS WAS DISCOVERED DURING AN OIL CHANGE AT 168K MILEAGE","quote_2_odi":"10919107","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA PILOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE COMPLIANCE BUSHINGS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE WHILE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COMPLIANCE BUSHINGS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-misfire-spark-plug-fouling","label":"Engine misfire and spark plug fouling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11110317","quote_1_text":"THE SPARK PLUG #3 GOES OFF","quote_2_odi":"10940388","quote_2_text":"THE ENGING MISS FIRES FOULING SPARKS PLUGS BURNS OIL ABOUT 2 QUART EVERY OIL CHANGE HONDA SHOP SAID IT'S THIS PART AND THAT PART ENGING ONLY HAS 1'2000 MILES ON THE HIWAY CITY STREETS RUNS BAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Oil consumption causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10918064","quote_1_text":"ENGINE BURNS EXCESSIVE OIL AND ENGINE HESITATES FROM TIME TO TIME","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-steering-vibration-braking","label":"Steering wheel vibration under braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10717850","quote_1_text":"2012 COMPLAINED OF STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION EXCESSIVE WHEN BREAKING AT HWY SPEED WHILE UNDER WARRANTY. DEALER CUT FRONT ROTORS AND REPLACED BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10716434","quote_2_text":"WHEN BRAKING STEERING SHAKES VIOLENTLY AND I HAD BOTH FRONT BRAKES AND ROTORS REPLACE AND HAD CALIPER CHECK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10909443","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: RECALL PAPERWORK RECEIVED JULY 2016. PHONED HONDA SERVICE ON 7/21/16 TO INQUIRE ABOUT PARTS. IT HAS BEEN OVER 60 DAYS","quote_2_odi":"10908417","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. DEALERSHIP NOT RESPONSIVE.60+DAYS. LIVE IN FLORIDA AN AREA OF HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10874855","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS ABOUT 145K MILES. FOR A COUPLE YEARS NOW, IT HAS SHUDDERED WHEN ACCELERATING BETWEEN 25-40 MPH. FEELS LIKE TRANSMISSION ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10955482","quote_2_text":"HAVE NOTICED A SHUDDER FOR QUITE SOME TIME WHEN ACCELERATING AROUND THE 40 MPH POINT AND ALSO DURING DECELERATION AROUND THE 40 MPH POINT, SEEMS TO BE A GRINDING AS THE AUTOMATIC GEARS ARE CHANGING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2010-unintended-acceleration-braking","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10496427","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA PILOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 2 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY AS THE ENGINE ROARED LOUDLY","quote_2_odi":"10668180","quote_2_text":"HER CAR THEN CONTINUED ACCELERATING AS SHE WAS BRAKING AND SLAMMED INTO THE ADVERSE VEHICLE AGAIN. HER CAR ONLY STOPPED BY PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11207052","quote_1_text":"OUR VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A NEAR-HEAD ON COLLISION WITH DAMAGE PRIMARILY ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE QUARTER OF THE VEHICLE. OUR VEHICLE WAS TRAVELLING AT LEAST 45 MILES PER HOUR, THE EXACT SPEED IS UNKNOWN","quote_2_odi":"11140843","quote_2_text":"GOT IN A TWO CAR COLLISION. TOTALED OUT THE HONDA PILOT 2011. HIT HEAD ON. NO AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED IN THE PILOT. ACCIDENT TOOK PLACE ON HIGHWAY 51 IN RIDGELAND, MS. VEHICLE WAS NOT IN MOTION, OTHER VEHICLE GOING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10671698","quote_3_text":"COMING OUT OF A 30MPH ZONE INTO A 55MPH ZONE -- I HAD ACCELERATED TO ABOUT 45MPG WHEN I HIT AN ICY SECTION OF A THE ROAD. I LOST CONTROL OF OUR HONDA PILOT ON A GRADUAL TURN IN THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-brake-rotor-warping","label":"Front brake rotor warping and pulsation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10824121","quote_1_text":"EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE MANY 2011 PILOTS ARE REPORTING- EXCESSIVE VIBRATION ON THE STEERING COLUMN WHEN BREAKING OVER 60MPH","quote_2_odi":"10702704","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MILES PER HOUR AND ATTEMPTING TO PRESS ON THE BRAKES, I NOTICED A JARRING PULSATING ACTION FROM THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"10626892","quote_3_text":"THE REAR BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR BEGAN EMITTING A CHIRP UPON BRAKING AT ABOUT 46000 MILES. RECENTLY THE BRAKES BEGAN \"GROWLING\" WHEN APPLIED AT VARIOUS SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-engine-misfire-oil-consumption","label":"Engine misfire and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10864144","quote_1_text":"HONDA ISSUED TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB #11-033) RELATED TO EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION AND THE MAKE AND MODEL OF MY CAR AND VIN WAS IN THE RANGE OF THE VINS AFFECTED. I HAD TO REPLACE PISTON RINGS AND SPARK PLUGS TO FIX THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11435191","quote_2_text":"My Honda Pilot 2011 EXL w/ AWD displayed a flashing engine light while driving, which is a sign of a serious engine problem","quote_3_odi":"11055980","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 HONDA PILOT HAS HAD A SEVERE SHUTTER WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A DEAD STOP TO UP TO 40MPH. IT HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE SINCE I BOUGHT IT IN IN 2014","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-front-compliance-bushing-failure","label":"Front suspension compliance bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11362962","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2011 HONDA PILOT WITH ONLY 45,243 MILES. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I ORIGINALLY PURCHASED FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE SERVICE ON 10/05/20, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE COMPLIANCE BUSHINGS ARE LEAKING AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10716282","quote_2_text":"LEAKING FRONT COMPLIANCE BUSHING","quote_3_odi":"10626149","quote_3_text":"TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER FOR CLICKING NOISE WHEN MAKING SLOW TURNS, SUCH AS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE. FOUND 2 COMPLIANCE BUSHINGS ARE BROKEN AND LEAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-interior-mirror-delamination","label":"Interior rearview mirror delamination and haze","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11558917","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that the rearview mirror was inoperable. The contact was unable to view objects in the rearview mirror","quote_2_odi":"11160815","quote_2_text":"THE INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR HAS DEGRADED TO THE POINT WHERE THE MIRROR IS CLOUDY WITH BLACK SPOTS THAT APPEAR LIKE DIRT, BUT ARE ACTUALLY JUST THE DEGRADATION OF THE MIRROR ITSELF","quote_3_odi":"11157326","quote_3_text":"INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR OF MY HONDA PILOT EX-L 2011 LOST MOST OF THE REFLECTIVE COATING/ MATERIAL. THE MIRROR IS CLEAN BUT LOOKS DIRTY AS IT LOST MOST OF THE REFLECTIVE MATERIAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-steering-column-rack-noise","label":"Steering column and rack-and-pinion noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11045208","quote_1_text":"STEERING COLUMN MAKES A KNOCKING NOISE WHEN TURNING. DEALERSHIP GIVES 2 OPTIONS--GREASE THE COLUMN ($305) AND IF THAT DOES NOT WORK THEN REPLACE STEERING COLUMN AND RACK AND PINION ($3415)","quote_2_odi":"11124018","quote_2_text":"WHILE LEAVING A PARKING RAMP AT A SLOW WALKING PACE HEARD A LOUD BANG, FOLLOWED BY THE STEERING WHEEL SPINNING RAPIDLY TO THE RIGHT FOLLOWED BY THE VEHICLE TURNING INTO THE EXIT DOOR FRAME","quote_3_odi":"10872743","quote_3_text":"WHEN VEHICLE CROSSING THROUGH A FEW INCHES DEPTH OF WATER PUDDLE, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SUDDENLY LOCKED WITH ODD NOISE AND FLASHING BATTERY WARNING. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND COULD CAUSE FATAL ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part-availability delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10938796","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA PILOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V346000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10906788","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED NOTICE JULY 2016 OF THIS RECALL AND IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED MY DEALERSHIP WHO ORDERED THE NECESSARY PARTS ON JULY 19, 2016. I HAVE BEEN CALLING THE DEALER WEEKLY TO CHECK ON THE PARTS ARRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10899830","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: RECEIVED LETTER FROM HONDA 7/20/16 W/RECALL NOTICE. CALLED THAT DAY TO APPLY FOR LOANER CAR. TOLD I'D HEAR BACK IN 1 WEEK. NO CALL. CALLED 8/8 TOLD WOULD HEAR THAT DAY. NO CALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2011-transmission-shudder-torque-converter","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10811117","quote_1_text":"FOR THE PAST SEVERAL MONTHS, WE FELT A SHUDDER IN THE TRANSMISSION AT/AROUND 25 MPH WHEN ACCELERATING LIGHTLY FROM A FULL STOP. GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE OVER TIME; EVEN PASSENGERS NOTICED IT","quote_2_odi":"11057896","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS AT 40 MPH. DEALER IS AWARE, CHANGED COMPUTER SETTINGS AND TRANSMISSION AT MY EXPENSE. PROBLEM STILL EXIST AND DEALER IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE WITH THESE VEHICLES AND HAS NO SOLUTION TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10658746","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IN THE VEHICLE IS SHUDDERING OR SHIFTING ABNORMALLY WHEN DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy and Takata recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10551937","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HE WAS AT STOP THE VEHICLE WAS CRASHED INTO FROM THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 60 MPH. THE IMPACT PUSHED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE FORWARD, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A BRICK WALL AND THEN A TREE. THE FRONT AND SIDE AIR BAGS ALL FAILED TO","quote_2_odi":"10903594","quote_2_text":"I GOT AN ACCIDENT ON 06/30/2016 AND STILL WAITING FOR MY HONDA PILOT 2012 AIRBAG (PASSENGER SIDE) SINCE MONTH AND A HALF","quote_3_odi":"11054643","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS DRIVING AN HIT A DEER ON DRIVER SIDE, MY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY BUT THE PASSAGER SIDE DID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-brake-rotor-warp","label":"Warped brake rotors causing vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10937097","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 HONDA PILOT ROTOR WARP PREMATURELY RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL AND INCREASED RISK FOR CRASH WHEN DRIVING AT MODERATE TO HIGH SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11032721","quote_2_text":"BRAKE ROTORS WARPING AGAIN FOR THIRD TIME, 80,000 MILES. NO HARD BRAKING","quote_3_odi":"10633322","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND BRAKING THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES. CONFIRMED BY DEALERSHIP: WARPED ROTORS/ LIMITED BRAKE PAD USE: TO BE PRECISE 2 MILLIMETERS OF BRAKE PAD USE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-control-arm-bushing","label":"Front lower control arm bushing failure and leakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11328878","quote_1_text":"FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING FAILED AND STARTED LEAKING. HONDA NOTIFIED THE DEALERS BUT NOT THE OWNERS LIKE ME","quote_2_odi":"11155894","quote_2_text":"FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING FAILED AND STARTED LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"11319104","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR REGULAR MAINTENANCE. I WAS NOTIFIED THAT BOTH FRONT LOWER COMPLIANCE BUSHINGS WERE EXCESSIVELY WORN AND NEEDED REPLACING SOON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy after private-party sale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11708810","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Pilot. The contact then discovered a mileage discrepancy","quote_2_odi":"11701282","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Honda Pilot. After contacting the seller on Facebook Market Place the contact purchased the vehicle and later discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy","quote_3_odi":"11342633","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY BUY THIS CAR AND IT HAS 79000 MILES ON THE ODO METER AND WHEN I CHECK THE CARFAX MILES CAME OUT 186000 MILES IT MEANS THEY ROLLBACK THE ODOMETER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-oil-consumption-misfire","label":"Excessive oil consumption fouling spark plugs","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11424526","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption which led to engine misfire while driving and trying to merge onto the freeway. This cause a significant loss of power and poor performance by the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11474060","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and diagnosed with piston and piston ring failure mentioned in Honda bulletin 13-082","quote_3_odi":"11003562","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL USAGE - FOULING PLUGS - REDUCED GAS MILEAGE - VCM FAULT DTC 3400 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB #11-033)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling from roof and body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11508510","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling and exposed the metal on passenger side doors","quote_2_odi":"11317781","quote_2_text":"THE WHITE PEARL PAINT IS PEELING OFF, SEPARATING FROM THE PRIMER","quote_3_odi":"11110297","quote_3_text":"PAINT IS PEELING OFF ON THE HOOD AND ROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration and brake pedal failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11043599","quote_1_text":"MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FOR NO KNOWN REASON AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE CAR. THIS HAS HAPPENED 2 TIME IN ONE WEEK","quote_2_odi":"10873716","quote_2_text":"I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL TO MOVE BEHIND MY HUSBAND'S TRUCK AND IT MOVED UP A LITTLE BEFORE IT ACCELERATED TO A HIGH SPEED SLAMMING HIS TRUCK INTO THE GARAGE AND CRUSHING IT. I HIT THE BRAKES, BUT IT DIDN'T HELP","quote_3_odi":"11020438","quote_3_text":"I TAPPED MY ACCELERATOR TO MOVE UP WHICH CAUSED MY PILOT TO SHOOT FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2012-vcm-vibration","label":"Vibration and shudder during VCM cylinder deactivation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10564783","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS/VIBRATES WHEN VCM (ECO) ENGAGES/DISENGAGES. SHUDDERING/VIBRATING IS VERY PRONOUNCED. TRANSMISSION 'CLUNKS' DURING ENGAGE/DISENGAGE OF VCM","quote_2_odi":"10618587","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 HONDA PILOT EX-L HAS HAD ISSUES WITH VIBRATION WHEN DRIVING AT CONSISTENT SPEEDS BETWEEN 40-50 AND 60-70 (I.E. NOT ACCELERATING)","quote_3_odi":"10501310","quote_3_text":"A FEW THOUSAND MILES AFTER PURCHASE OF MY 2012 HONDA PILOT TOURING, I BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE DRIVE TRAIN VIBRATION ISSUES. THE VIBRATION WAS MOST NOTICABLE BETWEEN 40-45 MPH BUT ALSO NOTICABLE AT OTHER SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-accel-hesitation-surge","label":"Acceleration hesitation followed by sudden power surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10650547","quote_1_text":"WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AT LOW SPEEDS OR FROM A STOP, THERE IS A 2-5 SECOND HESITATION AND THEN A SURGE. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES A WEEK SINCE WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10653422","quote_2_text":"THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES: CAR IS A STOPPED OR SLOWLY ROLLING AND YOU STEP ON THE GAS TO GET INTO TRAFFIC FLOOR TO THE FLOOR AND THE CAR DOESN'T MOVE","quote_3_odi":"11192590","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 35MPH IN A CITY STREET AND SLOWLY APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. OUT OF A SUDDEN, THE CAR ACCELERATED WHILE MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE, CRASHING INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE AND RUNNING OFF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-airbag-deploy-failure","label":"Air bag deployment failure and Takata recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740049","quote_1_text":"Had a car accident and hit a sand barrel at about 40 miles an hour without the airbags didn’t deploy. The grill and bumper were damaged with impact","quote_2_odi":"11493592","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while her husband was driving 40-50 MPH, there was an accident ahead where a trailer crashed into a deer causing the deer to impact the front driver's side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11229498","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL WENT TO HONDA CITY OF BETHPAGE BECAUSE I RECEIVED AN EMAIL REGARDING AN AIRBAG RECALL. WAITED HOURS JUST TO LET ME KNOW AIRBAG WAS DEPLOYED AND WILL NOT FIX IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-brake-rotor-warp-shudder","label":"Front brake rotor warping causing steering shudder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10980356","quote_1_text":"BRAKING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, 5-70MPH, CAR SHAKES LIKE CRAZY, ROTORS ARE WARPED AFTER 25000 MILES. WHEN APPLYING BRAKES THE CAR FRONT END SHAKES VERY BADLY. ROTORS ARE HONDA OEM","quote_2_odi":"10807899","quote_2_text":"FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE EXTREMELY POOR FOR THIS VEHICLE - I HAVE RE-SURFACED TWO DIFFERENT SETS OF ROTORS 3 TIMES EACH NOW AND THEY CONTINUE TO WARP","quote_3_odi":"11669795","quote_3_text":"The VSA/ABS lights came on and I took it to the repair shop. The mechanic told me that the VSA/ABS module is bad and needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-door-tailgate-lock-failure","label":"Power door and tailgate lock intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11217618","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND REAR LATCH WAS UNABLE TO OPEN FROM BUTTON ON HATCH OR KEY. THIS IS A SAFETY HAZARD NOT BEING ABLE TO OPEN REAR LATCH","quote_2_odi":"11046227","quote_2_text":"THE LOCKS WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND THE TAILGATE LOCKS AT INOPPORTUNE TIMES. THE DASH CAMERA WORKS OFF AND ON AS WELL AS THE LOCKS IN THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10955120","quote_3_text":"THE LOCKS WORK INTERMITTENTLY AND THE TAILGATE RELEASES AT INOPPORTUNE TIMES (MOVING, PARKING, WHILE UNATTENDED). IT'S INCONSISTENT AND EXTREMELY CHALLENGING ESPECIALLY WITH SMALL CHILDREN WITH THE POTENTIAL OF LOCKING THEM IN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-piston-ring-oil-consumption","label":"Piston ring wear causing oil consumption and misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11710068","quote_1_text":"Repeatedly there has been a cylinder 1 misfire causing the check engine light to activate. The vehicle starts to shake and idling is rough. It has happened repeatedly over the past 3-4 years","quote_2_odi":"10992769","quote_2_text":"WIFE HAD TO PULL OVER ON HER WAY BACK FROM DROPPING MY DAUGHTER OFF AT DANCE DUE TO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON AND FRONT OF CAR SHAKING NOTICEABLY","quote_3_odi":"11527408","quote_3_text":"I am writing this complaint since Honda has so many issues with their vehicles and it has boiled down to my 2013 Honda Pilot which has an engine check light issue related to P0301 – Bank 1 Piston Ring Issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2013-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof clear-coat peeling near windshield and sunroof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11745465","quote_1_text":"The factory clear coat and paint on the roof of this 2013 Honda Pilot are delaminating and peeling away from the metal. The failure began about 1.5 years ago and continues to spread; in places it has now progressed through the paint to bare metal that is corroding and rusting","quote_2_odi":"11302425","quote_2_text":"2013 HONDA PILOT WITH ONLY 31K MILES AND PAINT IS PEELING OFF. HONDA ISSUES A TSB BULLETIN AND ARE COVERING ROOFS AND TAILGATES THAT ARE PEELING","quote_3_odi":"11133266","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2013 HONDA PILOT WITH ABOUT 85,000 MILES. A FEW MONTHS AGO WE NOTICED PAINT PEELING OFF OF THE HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-abs-vsa-module","label":"ABS and VSA control module and warning-light failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11558506","quote_1_text":"ABS and Vehicle Stability System Indicator lights remain on. OBD code is 66-13 Pressure Sensor (Inside of VSA Modulator control unit) circuit malfunction. The Honda dealership wants $2600 to fix this ($2100 part + $500) labor","quote_2_odi":"11535148","quote_2_text":"A little over 100K miles in my Honda and the ABS module has gone out. This part is over $2200 from Honda and on backorder. This is a known issue from Honda and yet, no recall","quote_3_odi":"11534260","quote_3_text":"The ABS, brake, and traction control lights come on when the slightest bump in the road is hit. I am being told by the Honda dealership technician that the issue is a $2000.00 sensor that must be replaced but however is on back order","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-brake-vibration-rotor","label":"Brake pedal vibration from warped rotors","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10861277","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA PILOT. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10576271","quote_2_text":"LEASED BRAND NEW PILOT LX ON MARCH 15, 2014. IT APPEARED TO BE IN PERFECT WORKING CONDITION. THEN, SUDDENLY ON 3/30/14 WHILE DRIVING HOME, IT LOST ABOUT 80 PERCENT OF ITS BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10672215","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 HONDA PILOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5-10 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and clear-coat failure on roof and hood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11204474","quote_1_text":"PAINT IS STARTING TO PEEL ON VEHICLE. STARTED ON ROOF OF CAR FROM THE SUNROOF DOWN TO THE WINDSHIELD. PHOTO PROVIDED. NOW THE PAINT IS PEELING ON FRONT FENDER AND ON HOOD OF CAR","quote_2_odi":"10957387","quote_2_text":"PAINT IS PEELING OFF DOWN TO BARE METAL ON THE ROOF BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD AND SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"11384350","quote_3_text":"MY PAINT IS FLAKING. HONDA REFUSES TO FIX IT DUE TO MY VIN NUMBER NOT BEING PART OF THEIR WARRANTY EXTENSION. THIS IS WEIRD SINCE MY YEAR, MAKE, MODEL, AND PAINT COLOR MATCH THE WARRANTY EXTENSION BUT MY VIN DOES NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-park-rollaway-accel","label":"Vehicle rollaway from park or sudden acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10845792","quote_1_text":"2014 HONDA PILOT BOUGHT FROM DEALER IN 12/2015 WITH 18,000 MILES ON ODOMETER. VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN OUR DRIVEWAY WHILE TRANSMISSION WAS IN \"PARK\". THIS WAS AN UNCONTROLLED RUN-AWAY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10692362","quote_2_text":"I PULLED MY HONDA PILOT INTO MY DRIVEWAY THAT ONLY HAS A SLIGHT GRADE. I PUT THE VEHICLE INTO PARK AND SHUT IF OFF, EXITED THE VEHICLE AND LOCKED THE DOORS","quote_3_odi":"10575919","quote_3_text":"TWO INCIDENTS OF SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE FIRST ON JANUARY 31, 2014, THE SECOND ON MARCH 25, 2014. BOTH INCIDENTS OCCURRED AT A VERY SLOW RATE OF SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY FIVE MILES PER HOUR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-piston-ring-misfire","label":"Piston ring wear causing cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11128460","quote_1_text":"IN MAY I HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE #2 CYLINDER PLUG FOULING IT HAPPENED AGAIN ON 7/25/18 & 1600 MILES LATER ON 9/8/18. ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT IT'S A OIL SEAL PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11552451","quote_2_text":"Last week I turned on my 2014 Pilot and saw the check engine and VTM-4 dash lights on. When I checked the cause I received error code P0303 - Piston #3 Misfire","quote_3_odi":"11492639","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON ONE DAY AND THE VEHICLE STARTED RUNNING ROUGH. IMMEDIATELY NOTICED AN IMPACT ON BEING ABLE TO DRIVE SAFELY AND COULD NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE ANY FURTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11161146","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" UNFORTUNATELY, BEFORE THE RECALL BOTH AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THE PASSENGER SIDE EXPLODED LEAVING A BURN ON THE PASSENGERS LEG. THE DRIVERS SIDE BAG ALSO EXPLODED AFTER DEPLOYMENT LEAVING A BURN ON THUMB OF RIGHT HAND OF DRIVER","quote_2_odi":"10935042","quote_2_text":"WE HAD A HUGE BUCK DEER RUN INTO THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THE PASSENGERS SIDE AIR BAG DID DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11140170","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL, AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR COMPANY NEVER SENT TO ME ANY NOTIFICATION OF A NATIONAL RECALL OF OR INJURY, DEATH OR DAMAGE BY THE TAKATA AIRBAG DEFECTIVE INFLATORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-vcm-cylinder-vibration","label":"Engine vibration during VCM cylinder deactivation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10556767","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE VARIABLE CYLINDER MANAGEMENT KICKS IN AT 2000 RPM THE ENGINE VIBRATES. IT DOES THIS CONSTANTLY WHEN THE ECO GREEN LIGHT COMES ON. VERY DISTRACTING AND ANNOYING","quote_2_odi":"10567514","quote_2_text":"WHEN CRUISING IN MY 2014 HONDA PILOT EX-L AT ABOUT 60 MPH ON RELATIVELY FLAT TERRAIN, THERE IS A LOW FREQUENCY VIBRATION AND RUMBLE. I BELIEVE THIS IS DUE TO THE VCM FEATURE OF THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11119317","quote_3_text":"MY HONDA PILOT 2014 HAS VIBRATION EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE CAR. I WORRY THAT IT WILL DAMAGE THE ENGINE. I THINK IT HAPPEN WHEN TRANSITION BETWEEN 3 CYLINDER AND 6 CYLINDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2014-wheel-rim-weld-crack","label":"Wheel rim cracking at factory weld","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11121729","quote_1_text":"CRACKED RIMS IT HAS HAPPEN TWICE","quote_2_odi":"10928771","quote_2_text":"WHEEL WELDS ARE FAULTY. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN DRIVEN UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS SINCE THE DATE OF PURCHASE. HOWEVER, A HAIRLINE FRACTURE APPEARS IN THE WHEEL WELD CAUSING THE TIRE TO DEFLATE","quote_3_odi":"10838951","quote_3_text":"OVER A PERIOD OF TIME FROM 2/14/16 UNTIL 2/29/16, I HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH FLAT TIRES DUE TO CRACKS IN THE WELD OF A RIM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-airbag-warning-light-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata recall disputes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11641485","quote_1_text":"Airbag lift would come on intermittently. Upon dealership inspection it was learned that it could be a possible issue with the passenger side airbag and instructed to not drive vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10949219","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA PILOT. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHILE THE SEAT WAS BEING OCCUPIED. IN ADDITION, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE","quote_3_odi":"10898232","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I CURRENTLY LEASE A 2015 HONDA PILOT FROM VIRGINIA. BECAUSE OF THE MILITARY, MY FAMILY AND I ARE NOW IN LAS VEGAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-control-arm-bushing-leak","label":"Front lower control arm bushing fluid leak","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11456609","quote_1_text":"On February 3, 2022, the right front lower control arm bushing was observed to be leaking fluid. This condition was confirmed by a Honda dealer toward the end of the same month","quote_2_odi":"11414294","quote_2_text":"FRONT WHEEL LOWER CONTROL ARM BUSHING LEAKING. BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11176380","quote_3_text":"2015 PILOT BEGAN HEARING OINKING SOUNDS AT 22K MILES (3/18). DEALERSHIP COULDN'T \"REPLICATE\" SO THEY TIGHTEN SUSP. BOLTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-engine-misfire-piston-ring","label":"Engine misfire from piston ring wear and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11753531","quote_1_text":"On July 3, 2026 the check engine light, check VSA warning and check emissions warning indicators all illuminated simultaneously and the vehicle began to misfire and sputter which triggered an immediate slow down of traffic behind me","quote_2_odi":"11721437","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the error message instructed the driver to pull over immediately","quote_3_odi":"11388271","quote_3_text":"MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT CYLINDER 2 WAS MISFIRING. MECHANIC MENTIONED THAT THIS WAS A PROBLEM WITH THIS STYLE OF PILOT AND HE RECOMMENDED TAKING IT TO A HONDA DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-oem-jack-failure","label":"OEM scissor jack failure while changing a tire","component_code":"EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11541199","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while changing the passenger’s side front wheel, the factory jack sold originally with the vehicle failed to lift the vehicle high enough to allow the contact to remove the wheel","quote_2_odi":"11487807","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while changing a flat tire on the driver's side front, the OEM jack was placed under the hard point located under the frame behind the driver's side front tire","quote_3_odi":"10732161","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA PILOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE WAS FLAT. THE CONTACT RETRIEVED THE JACK THAT CAME WITH THE VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTED TO LIFT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof and hood paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11512339","quote_1_text":"the suv paint has started peeling and while driving the flakes fly off","quote_2_odi":"11384585","quote_2_text":"WE BOUGHT A \"WHITE DIAMOND PEARL\" COLOR HONDA PILOT NEW FROM A HONDA DEALERSHIP. WE NOTICED PAINT PEELING FROM THE ROOF A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO THAT HAS GOTTEN PROGRESSIVELY WORSE","quote_3_odi":"11204137","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF MY WHITE HONDA PILOT ABOVE THE WINDSHIELD BETWEEN THE MOONROOF AND WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft or spongy brake pedal requiring extra pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11501687","quote_1_text":"This Honda Pilot has a very low brake pedal , I describe it as a soft pedal. You have to depress the pedal almost to the floor let up and press it again to get fairly decent stopping power, still not the best","quote_2_odi":"10689551","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HONDA PILOT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED. THE BRAKE PEDAL EXTENDED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE STOPPING DISTANCE WAS EXTENDED","quote_3_odi":"10671577","quote_3_text":"WHEN FIRST APPLY THE BRAKES THE PEDAL IS SPONGIE IF YOU PUMP ONCE THE PEDAL BECOMES FIRM LIKE IT SHOULD BE!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11450223","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, a sudden booming noise was heard, and the driver noticed that the sunroof had exploded causing the fractured glass to enter the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11341825","quote_2_text":"ON 7/25/2020 I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 9:00 PM CENTER LAND OF A 3 LANE HIGHWAY WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG ON THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE. I PULLED OFF THE HIGHWAY AND DISCOVERED THE SUNROOF GLASS HAD SHATTERED, WITH NO APPARENT DAMAGE TO ANY OTHER PART OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10824069","quote_3_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON I-5 SOUTH FREEWAY, I HEARD AN EXPLODING SOUND ON SUNROOF. I PULLED OVER AND SAW THE SUNROOF GLASS SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2015-vcm-shudder-hesitation","label":"Shudder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11176382","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS (SHAKES) AT SPEEDS OF 40-45 MPH. HAD CONVERSATION WITH HONDA ADVISOR (3/18) WHO SAID THIS WAS NORMAL. NOT SURE, BUT WANT TO REPORT IT ANYWAY BECAUSE IT SHOULDN'T BE NORMAL","quote_2_odi":"11220630","quote_2_text":"MY 2015 HONDA PILOT EX-L HESITATES TO ACCELERATE WHEN TURNING. IT MOSTLY HAPPEN WHEN TURNING RIGHT, WHEN I TURN AND TRY TO ACCELERATE THE GAS PEDAL BECOMES NON RESPONSIVE","quote_3_odi":"10862902","quote_3_text":"ALMOST IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASE, NOTICE CAR SHUDDERING AND SHAKING AT 35-50MPH AND THEN EVEN HIGHER SPEED LIMITS. WENT TO PURCHASING DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AND THEY TOLD ME THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM ASSOCIATED WITH VCM SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-forward-camera-failure","label":"Forward collision camera and ADAS sensor failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751859","quote_1_text":"Monocular Windshield Camera premature part failure. 36160-TG8-A72-M1. Premature failure of the part causes all included safety systems to be disabled, and also negatively impacts standard cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11745377","quote_2_text":"These safety features have failed on my 2016 Honda Pilot, Touring, AWD. The failures include Forward Collision Warning, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keeping Assistance and Adaptive Cruise Control","quote_3_odi":"11691530","quote_3_text":"The front facing camera on my pilot failed over a year ago. We took the vehicle to honda its over 2,000 to fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-fuel-injector-defect","label":"Fuel injector defect causing misfire and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11752278","quote_1_text":"I am filing a safety and defect complaint regarding my 2016 Honda Pilot (3.5L V6 Engine). In Dec 2025, the \"EMISSION SYSTEM PROBLEM\" warning light ocationally illuminated on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11739921","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] at 106,266 miles, Brandon Honda (Brandon, FL) diagnosed my 2016 Honda Pilot with DTC P0219A (Air/Fuel Ratio Variation, Cylinders #1 & #2). The dealer quoted $2,637.99 to replace fuel injectors","quote_3_odi":"11744812","quote_3_text":"Check engine light for fuel emissions and pulled codes. Codes included in known Honda service bulletin 20-100. My car was not included in the VIN search","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11748988","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Honda Pilot Touring repeatedly stalls and shuts off while driving, including at lower speeds in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11739209","quote_2_text":"I was driving and I was crossing a major intersection and the vehicle started loosing power and stalled in the middle of the intersection. I had to power the vehicle off and power on again and then it drove. It usually happens when my gas is under half","quote_3_odi":"11719717","quote_3_text":"Our fuel pump went out, causing us to be stranded and having to have our Honda Pilot toward 45 minutes away to the Honda dealer to have it replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Connecting rod bearing knock and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":135,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751974","quote_1_text":"My engine has developed a severe internal engine/rod knock due to connecting rod bearing failure. My vehicle which is a 2016 Honda Pilot was built at the Lincoln Alabama plant but my VIN was excluded from recall 23V751 based on production dates","quote_2_odi":"11747297","quote_2_text":"While driving at night, the 2016 Pilot, it started making a loud rattling noise then just died in the middle of the road and failed to start. There were no service or check engine lights on at the time of failure or at any point prior to the failure","quote_3_odi":"11692162","quote_3_text":"Heard a knocking sound, had it towed, diagnosed by local mechanic ans then diagnosed by Honda mechanic as engine rod bearing failures. Consistent with recall. However Honda says this vehicle VIN is not scoped within the recall, and therefor requires an engine replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-rust-paint-peeling","label":"Tailgate rust and paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11741661","quote_1_text":"Taligate is rusting through near the handle as well as around the right taillight. Another recall for this exact issue is in place for the same year/make/model, yet my vehicle is not included in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11693820","quote_2_text":"The white paint on my 2016 Honda Pilot (White Diamond Pearl, NH-603P) is peeling and flaking off on the roof and tailgate, exposing the primer. The vehicle has never been repainted or damaged","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-starting-system-failure","label":"Auto idle stop and keyless start restart failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11713546","quote_1_text":"Auto idle stop function causing car to not start back up. Could be at a stop sign, in a left turn lane, in the middle of an intersection waiting to turn. Very stressful and unsafe driving conditions. This has been ongoing for years","quote_2_odi":"11694600","quote_2_text":"Honda issued Service Bulletin 20-117 regarding a Warranty Extension for the 2016–2017 Pilot and 2017 Ridgeline addressing a Keyless Start System Error with DTC B12C5","quote_3_odi":"11719096","quote_3_text":"Three times at a stop light my car goes into the engine idle stop mode and when the light turns green my car won’t get out of the mode. I have to put it into park and restart the car to go. I have almost been hit twice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2016-transmission-slip","label":"Transmission slipping and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1674,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11745912","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle was abnormally jolting and sputtering. The contact stated that the engine warning light was activating and deactivating. The contact stated that failure was a recurring failure","quote_2_odi":"11715620","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at slow and moderate speeds, the transmission was slipping, and the vehicle lurched and jerked. The failure was more evident while driving uphill","quote_3_odi":"11698236","quote_3_text":"Honda is aware of thousands of 9 speed transmission failures. but worst of all they tell you that you failed to change trans fluid as scheduled, but there is no schedule printed in their owner's manual, nor in their vehicle service maintenance manual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-adas-camera-failure","label":"Forward camera failure disabling driver-assist systems","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11751382","quote_1_text":"Lane keeping assist problem light on, collision mitigation system problem light on, road departure mitigation system problem light on, adaptive cruise control problem light on","quote_2_odi":"11691906","quote_2_text":"Multiple lights, for ACC, Lane Departure, Forward Collision Warning, and Lane Keeping Assistance system. None of the systems works. Safety of myself and others put at risk due to systems not working and preventing collision. The problem was confirmed by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11751774","quote_3_text":"The back up camera every so often will be blank. Other times the dashboard warning lights will go on effecting the cruise control, lane assistance, and break assistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-auto-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto Idle Stop failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11740676","quote_1_text":"Engine Idle at Stop light or Start & Stop at Traffic Stop Light doesn't work. It does stop completely; however, it didn't start after releasing the brake. You have to put the vehicle back in the parking gear, put the brake to restart the engine","quote_2_odi":"11678153","quote_2_text":"Auto idle stop system has left this vehicle stranded at intersections on multiple occasions. The auto idle stop is not reliable and has been a continuous problem for years","quote_3_odi":"11690436","quote_3_text":"My Honda Pilot stalled at a stop light in heavy traffic after the engine was turned off when I stopped at the light using the auto start/stop function. After I released the brake when the light turned green, the car did not start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-camshaft-thrust-cover-wear","label":"Camshaft thrust cover wear and sensor damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11719919","quote_1_text":"My Pilot only had 46,942 miles when it failed due to a camshaft thrust cover surface roughness being out of spec causing excessive camshaft movement. This was confirmed by the mechanic at Honda that worked on my Pilot","quote_2_odi":"11728639","quote_2_text":"Honda identified that the surface roughness of the camshaft thrust cover on these engines was manufactured out of specification. This poor surface finish creates excessive friction and wear, allowing the camshaft to develop excess fore-and-aft movement (end play)","quote_3_odi":"11730105","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated to 25 MPH unintendedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11676635","quote_1_text":"Failure occurred at highway speed. A host is warning light came on and the car lost power. Lights that came on included emissions, traction control, power steering, all wheel drive and towing (I wasn’t towing anything). No lights were on before the incident","quote_2_odi":"11665888","quote_2_text":"At times, when I attempt to accelerate, the fuel pump malfunctions, causing the vehicle to stall. This has almost caused accidents in the middle of intersections on multiple locations","quote_3_odi":"11728324","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle lost engine power on three separate occasions (3/6/26, 3/10/26, 3/20/26) and had to coast to a stop on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-injector-catalyst-failure","label":"Repeat fuel injector and catalytic converter failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11680010","quote_1_text":"Emission Code P0430. Changed everything related using OEM Parts and still showing the same code. O2s Sensors changed, Fuel Injectors by the dealer under warranty and Catalytic Converter change and still P0430 Permanent Code","quote_2_odi":"11692460","quote_2_text":"On August 13, 2025, at 134,045 miles, the vehicle triggered a P0430 code (“Bank 2 Catalyst Efficiency Below Threshold”). Schaumburg Honda again replaced the injectors","quote_3_odi":"11696888","quote_3_text":"My engine started ticking at 113k, had fuel injectors replaced, came back in shortly after, they said engine failed, replaced with used engine… that one starting making noises, they apparently didn’t replace those fuel injectors either, so replaced those","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-keyless-start-alarm","label":"Keyless start faults and phantom alarm activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11692651","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring “Keyless Start System Problem” warning on my 2017 Honda Pilot. This is a known and widespread issue affecting 2016–2017 Honda Pilot models, as acknowledged by Honda in Service Bulletin 20-117, which identifies a defect in the push-button start/stop…","quote_2_odi":"11674454","quote_2_text":"After fixing a few of the recalls, the alarm on my 2017 Honda Pilot would start going off at random times. After several attempted fixes - replacing the key fob batteries, replacing the car battery - the issue has persisted and we noticed a clicking noise coming from the dash","quote_3_odi":"11646758","quote_3_text":"Issue where the headlights would come on intermittently while parked in garage, horn would start going off intermittently, car making noises while sitting parked every few minutes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing wear and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11738422","quote_1_text":"The connecting rod bearing went out in the engine of our 2017 Honda Pilot. The car stalled and then died. It cost us $10,000 to fix it and it only had around 130,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11683421","quote_2_text":"Symptom: Knocking noise coming from engine. Diagnosis: Honda dealer removed oil pan and found connecting rod bearing material. Removed all connecting rod bearings and found cylinder 1 bearing had excessive wear and found bearing was bent","quote_3_odi":"11700345","quote_3_text":"While traveling on highway a loud bang occurred, car jerked and started decelerating almost causing on accident. Car came to rest in middle of highway exit. Car was towed to Honda dealership where it was found to have a broken crankshaft rod bearing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2017-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission judder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":903,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11722599","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], approximately 17 hours after purchasing this vehicle from a licensed dealer, the transmission began violently jerking, shuddering, and hesitating without warning while traveling at highway speed in Alabama","quote_2_odi":"11715955","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving between with the RPM between 2,000 and 2,500, the vehicle bucked","quote_3_odi":"11702762","quote_3_text":"As I put the car in park, I received multiple errors on the driver's info panel. \"1.Emissions system problem. 2.Transmission system problem. 3.Stop driving when safe. Transmission problem. See manual.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-auto-idle-stop-no-restart","label":"Auto Idle Stop no-restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11732717","quote_1_text":"While stopped at an intersection, the Auto Idle Stop engaged and the engine shut off. The vehicle failed to restart and became unresponsive. I had to shift into Park to restart the vehicle. This created a dangerous situation in traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11657621","quote_2_text":"Start stop system would not restart vehicle. Came to a stop at a stoplight. Engine stopped with system engaged. Let go of brake to creep up in traffic and the engine did not restart. Warning on Dash told me to place vehicle in park and restart. It took a couple of tries to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-camshaft-sensor-p0369","label":"Camshaft position sensor failure (P0369)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11711582","quote_1_text":"This 2018 Honda Pilot has been taken to mechanic after a number of check engine and other dash lights came on while trying to accelerate to merge with freeway traffic. Mechanic pulled a P0369 code and I paid for replacement of the cam shaft sensor. Problems continued shortly…","quote_2_odi":"11682032","quote_2_text":"Camshaft sensor failed. Car is not even 7 years old. I was told this issue is known in the Honda ridgelines. They say the camshaft has to much movement and damaging the sensor. Code P0369","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11618853","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall Number23V-858 Recall issued December 18, 2023. I have been on the waiting list to complete the repair at Yonkers Honda in Yonkers, NY, since May. I spoke to Yonkers Honda today, October 9, 2024, and Honda still has not provided replacement parts to dealers to…","quote_2_odi":"11621269","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled. The contact stated that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-hp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure after recall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11742027","quote_1_text":"While driving down a freeway, my car shuddered and my engine suddenly lost power and was put into limp mode. Mechanic determined it was the high pressure fuel pump that failed. This vehicle was part of the recall for the low pressure fuel pump that was completed. It also had to…","quote_2_odi":"11724755","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The vehicle’s high-pressure fuel pump failed approximately one year after the low-pressure fuel pump was replaced under a manufacturer recall. The low-pressure pump had been…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-rod-bearing-seizure","label":"Connecting rod bearing wear and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11724446","quote_1_text":"Engine failure due to connecting rod bearing manufacturing defect (NHTSA PE25008). Component: engine; available for inspection upon request (replaced; documentation available). WARNING SYMPTOMS: At 94,000 miles during routine maintenance while under warranty, I reported engine…","quote_2_odi":"11622234","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Pilot. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rod bearing was worn and caused damage to the engine. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"honda-pilot-2018-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":426,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11643771","quote_1_text":"- Received error when driving that stated \"Transmission System Problem.\" - Took into a service shop and the code P0741 was confirmed as the error. - Took to Honda Service repair, they confirmed the issue with the Torque Converter that needed to be replaced - Proceeded with the…","quote_2_odi":"11726702","quote_2_text":"HONDA PILOT 2018 87K MILES DIAGNOSED WITH DTC P0741 TORQUE CONVERTER Vehicle has experienced severe and recurring drivability issues on more than one occasion during normal driving conditions. While attempting to change lanes, the vehicle exhibited delayed acceleration and loss…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-backup-camera-distortion","label":"Rear backup camera image distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11704746","quote_1_text":"The rear camera display is distorted and shows a huge amount of colors making it impossible to view any objects behind the car and causing a safety hazard that could result in backing over a child or other item","quote_2_odi":"11659594","quote_2_text":"Rear backup camera suddenly showing green and purple distortion making it impossible to use/trust the camera. This issue appears to be a growing trend in 2019 Honda Pilots AFTER Honda completed recall issue on faulty cabling/wires","quote_3_odi":"11730881","quote_3_text":"The backup camera suddenly stopped working properly The image and colors are distorted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-front-camera-adas-failure","label":"Front camera failure disabling driver-assist systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11748645","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Honda Pilot EX-L (perfectly maintained and with only 72K miles) just started displaying a \"Braking System\" failure warning light along with dash notifications that a number of critical safety systems are no longer functioning","quote_2_odi":"11726719","quote_2_text":"Front camera sensor (behind rear view mirror) has failed prematurely therefore causing multiple dash lights to come on such as ACC, LKAS, collision mitigation system, Brake system. Confirmed battery is not the issue as it is in great condition","quote_3_odi":"11705819","quote_3_text":"Received five warning lights at idle. Adaptive cruise control problem, Lane keeping assist problem, collision mitigation system problem, road departure mitigation system problem, auto high beam problem. None of these safety features work in my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-fuel-injector-pump-failure","label":"Fuel injector and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11743377","quote_1_text":"Fuel injector problem requiring replacement. Same code as known vehicles of same make and model under warranty extension. My VIN was not listed to qualify for extended warranty and Honda US refused any assistance in coverage","quote_2_odi":"11705409","quote_2_text":"My car is very hesitant while driving, it pulsates as well. I can be driving at 65mph and next thing I’m doing 45-50 and the engine is sputtering and the dashboard lights up with check engine lights","quote_3_odi":"11746805","quote_3_text":"Fuel started to pour from under the vehicle above the gas tank. The seal on the fuel pump was causing this when the vehicle was turned on. The fuel pump was on recall for this failure and the vehicle was towed to the Honda AutoNation Dealership in Mobile, AL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle-stop stall and restart failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11696811","quote_1_text":"The Auto Idle Stop feature on my 2019 Honda Pilot is a critical safety defect. The engine repeatedly fails to restart automatically after the Idle Stop engages at a complete stop, resulting in the vehicle stalling in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11741086","quote_2_text":"When at a complete stop, engine will stop running but AC and radio stay on (sometimes radio dies). I have to toggle between park or drive or neutral to get car to even power completely off, open door to kill electronics, and restart","quote_3_odi":"11659265","quote_3_text":"The idle-stop feature on our 2019 Honda Pilot is faulty. The idle-stop is intended to shut off the engine, or put it into an idling state, at stop lights in order to improve fuel efficiency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-infotainment-most-blackout","label":"Infotainment and display blackout (MOST network)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11684256","quote_1_text":"When driving long distances (10+ miles), the entertainment system suddenly goes black and shows an error message that says “Network Communication Lost. MOST Net Off.” This includes the CarPlay/navigation system, backup camera, etc","quote_2_odi":"11707572","quote_2_text":"Honda had issued a recall on the MOST coax cable in 2023 or 2024. As I had issues with mine, and my vehicle was part of the recall, I had it repaired in 2024. For the last 3 months, the issue has started again. When the MOST network fails, the entire infotainment system goes…","quote_3_odi":"11738671","quote_3_text":"Screen speedometer goes blank while driving and crackling speakers. Been to Honda at least 6 times and they can’t fix it. It’s had the recall work done too","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11740413","quote_1_text":"My engine has been diagnosed as having connecting rod bearing knock, which is indicative of failing connecting rod bearings. Two independent mechanics have told me I need a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11733896","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the vehicle experienced sudden engine failure at highway speeds, putting the safety of our son and others drivers at risk. The engine completely lost power","quote_3_odi":"11715799","quote_3_text":"At 144,500 miles, the connecting rod broke and destroyed the engine. The connecting rod broke while driving on the highway at highway speeds. Honda has confirmed the connecting rod was the cause and will need a new engine to get the vehicle working again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11728460","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudder/stutter during acceleration, most noticeable between 25-45 mph under light to moderate throttle. Issue began at approximately 10,000 miles and has persisted to the current mileage of approximately 65,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11711665","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed (approximately 60 mph), my vehicle suddenly lost all propulsion and automatically shifted into Neutral without any warning. This occurred in active traffic and resulted in an immediate and dangerous loss of power","quote_3_odi":"11689482","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Honda Pilot was surging when it went up a hill or was at a steady speed on the highway. I was concerned that the car would stall. The dealer confirmed/reproduced the problem and called it a torque converter shudder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2019-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":874,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11737466","quote_1_text":"Several times the automatic emergency braking system has engaged when there is no obstruction in front of me. In addition, several times the automatic emergency braking system has flashed a warning when there is no obstruction in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11665206","quote_2_text":"After receiving a CMBS error message I tried to drive home and the vehicle automatically engaged brakes while merging with no other vehicle near by and I was almost rear ended","quote_3_odi":"11710772","quote_3_text":"While driving straight, my 2019 Honda Pilot activates collision “BRAKE” warnings and applies steering wheel torque when there are no vehicles or obstacles present. The system intervenes unexpectedly and repeatedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2020-auto-stop-start-no-restart","label":"Auto Stop/Start failing to restart the engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 456 total)","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11695873","quote_1_text":"The auto shut off has been not working properly and the vehicle wont restart after it shuts off. My wife was at a traffic light, and the vehicle shut off. When the light turned green, it did not restart. As a result of this she about got taken out by a semi that was coming in…","quote_2_odi":"11674773","quote_2_text":"I’m reaching out regarding a persistent and hazardous issue with the Auto Stop/Start function on my vehicle. The system routinely fails when stopping at lights and stop signs, causing the engine to shut off and not restart. On several occasions, the vehicle has shut off while…","quote_3_odi":"11672132","quote_3_text":"my car shut off at red light and wont restart .Even though i had it repaired under the recall.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2020-engine-bearing-failure","label":"3.5L engine bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 456 total)","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11681912","quote_1_text":"The bearings went out on cylinder number 5. The engine is torn down at the present time at the dealership. There was no warning. It is our understanding that other 3.5 l engines have had this happen. Our vehicle just wasn’t included in this recall. I think the recall needs…","quote_2_odi":"11686007","quote_2_text":"Engine auto off at an intersection. Would not restart. Burned up starter. Towed to Honda dealership. Rod bearing spun causing catastrophic damage to engine. Honda Care Extended warranty is covering at least part of the cost to replace either the shortblock, or possibly replace…","quote_3_odi":"11708041","quote_3_text":"There was a snap like sound under my hood while driving. Shortly after, the check engine light engaged and the vehicle lost all ability to accelerate. This happ…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2020-fuel-injector-stalling","label":"Fuel injector failure, misfire and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 456 total)","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11723826","quote_1_text":"Hi, I have a 2020 Honda Pilot that showed signs of stalling. AutoNation Honda Thornton Road checked (03/07/2026) and reported I need an INJECTOR KIT replaced and SDC GDI -INTAKE THROTTLE BODY FURL INJECTOR SERVICE. All warning lights were on intermittently…","quote_2_odi":"11734479","quote_2_text":"I am seeing warning lights on my screen and using OBD-II scnner shows code P0302 (misfires). Vehicle bought 2020 August and gas about 90K miles.…","quote_3_odi":"11668767","quote_3_text":"My car was fine. I was driving fine and then I pulled out of my neighborhood and all of a sudden my check engine light started blinking and my car was hesitating and jumping. I pulled over for 10 minutes with the car turned off and then it was fine.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2020-honda-sensing-collision-failure","label":"Honda Sensing front camera and collision system warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 456 total)","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726112","quote_1_text":"I will be driving down the road with no other cars in sight and the car will sense something that isn’t there and engage in emergency braking. This is very dangerous when traveling at high speeds.","quote_2_odi":"11724252","quote_2_text":"LKAS, adaptive cruise control, auto high beams, forward collision, auto breaking warning lights all came on and failed. Lots of other Honda pilots of this vintage are experiencing this issue according to Honda forums.","quote_3_odi":"11720575","quote_3_text":"An internal failure on the front windshield camera assembly part #36160-TG7-A63 had caused the Advanced Driver Assistance Systems to fail. Which in turn has caused the following systems to fail: Adaptive Cruise Control, Automatic Emergency…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2020-transmission-rough-shift","label":"Rough shifting and RPM fluctuation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 456 total)","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11683598","quote_1_text":"Rough Shifting at lower speeds when accelerating and deceleration. Very hard jerk while driving with family in the car. Hard jerk happened occasionally and produces no codes. Dealer and mechanic say they can't do anything without codes.","quote_2_odi":"11703275","quote_2_text":"Transmission is sluggish and the RPM’s fluctuate between 1200 and 1400 at any speed going back and forth so the car has a back and fourth motion.…","quote_3_odi":"11691019","quote_3_text":"Transmission shuddering 55,000 miles and 3 months beyond warranty. Quoted a $221 diagnostic fee to “maybe tell me it needs a software update.” Dealer also said when transmission was serviced at 30k it should have been drained and filled 3 times not once as the book calls for.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle stop engine restart failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698542","quote_1_text":"Honda’s Auto Idle Stop system shuts vehicle off when at a full stop and fails to restart after removing foot from the brake. Instead, when you remove your foot off the brake, the vehicle switches to neutral or park and does not restart…","quote_2_odi":"11651919","quote_2_text":"My Honda's engine start-stop system isn't restarting at stop lights. Very frightening when the light turns green and I can’t go anywhere. I have to turn off the car and restart.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739524","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving our 2021 Honda Pilot with 102,000 on the interstate when the check engine light came on and the engine began to lose power. She was fearful of being hit by other traffic due to engine dying in middle of mutiple lanes of traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11695284","quote_2_text":"Per the mechanic the rod bearing broke into the engine and caused sudden engine failure. I was on a highway when this occured, thankfully I was already in the right lane and right before an exit to which I took and secured the vehicle in a safe location…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-forward-camera-honda-sensing","label":"Forward camera failure disabling Honda Sensing features","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11736480","quote_1_text":"About a month ago, I started my Pilot and the dash lit up. The adaptive cruise control, emergency braking, lane keeping assist, Lane departure, forward collision warnings all flashed on the dash- no previous warnings. Subsequently, the cruise control will not work at all…","quote_2_odi":"11663045","quote_2_text":"The camera in the windshield used for collision mitigation, cruise control, lane keep assist, auto high beams, etc. has been found to have gone bad and need replaced by the Honda service center near me. The dashboard indicates all of these issues and disables the use…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11638401","quote_1_text":"my vehicle had died on the road, i had it towed to the local independent shop that does most of my repairs needed on our vehicles, it was diagnosed with a fuel pump issue, the shop checked for recalls on our 2021 Honda pilot and showed no recalls…","quote_2_odi":"11641079","quote_2_text":"On two occasions my car has stalled out and would not start. The engine turns over but it seems to not be getting fuel. There is still a quarter of a tank of gas in the car. After adding additional fuel and clearing the code P0087. The car runs…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout with rearview camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739150","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen blacks out completely and sporadically, but as of recent, almost daily. Sometimes for about 3-5 minutes. When this happens, the rearview backup camera is completely disabled, creating a blind-spot safety hazard…","quote_2_odi":"11625981","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system is crackling through the speakers and then the whole screen goes black and nothing works including the back up camera.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-mirror-distortion-after-recall","label":"Driver-side mirror image distortion after recall repair","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-12 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11655767","quote_1_text":"Last year my Honda dealership, Honda of Harvey in Harvey, Louisiana did the recall of the falling side view mirrors on my 2021 Honda Pilot. This is recall 23V174000. Year later my driver side view mirror is doing the same thing. It is moving around and vibrating…","quote_2_odi":"11647124","quote_2_text":"After having recall work done on the vehicle, the recalled driver side mirror is now not able to be to view roadway safely. The mirror is projecting duplicate images in a single lane and is impossible to view out of…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11728972","quote_1_text":"Braking system and cameras defective. Vehicle will flash BRAKE when nothing is in roadway. This will also cause vehicle to hard brake. When on interstate, cruise control no longer functions properly due to camera sensors reading a vehicle is in front of my vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11648811","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will provide \"BRAKE\" warnings on the dash display or display the warning and auto-brake when on a 2 lane road, with only a painted divided line, when on a curve and an oncoming vehicle is coming wards my vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2021-seat-weight-sensor-recall-parts","label":"Seat weight sensor recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-11 (from 200 most-recent of 404 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":406,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11637512","quote_1_text":"Approximately 12 months ago (01/2024), we received a notice that the airbags have been recalled. We've attempted to have the car serviced many times but the Honda Dealerships keep saying they do not have the part in stock…","quote_2_odi":"11643792","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Honda Pilot. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V064000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-adas-camera-failure","label":"Multipurpose windshield camera failure disabling ADAS","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693574","quote_1_text":"My vehicle multipurpose camera unit failed.  The entire advanced driver assistance system shut down and stopped working.  This error randomly appeared.  My vehicle has 48,000 miles on it.  I received error codes for each of the components that they were not working.  This meant…","quote_2_odi":"11722756","quote_2_text":"The front windshield camera is causing the brake system error light to come on and triggering the safety system to malfunction. This failed camera system disables safety features and causes lane assist, cruise control , lighting features, back-up camera, driving assist, and the…","quote_3_odi":"11700811","quote_3_text":"The ADAS camera has failed. It is extremely common. When it fails, all the lights for EVERY system of ADAS comes on. None of them work. And it is not possible to turn off. Furthermore it sets codes for the brakes and turns on the brake warning lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-autostop-no-restart","label":"Auto idle stop failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755522","quote_1_text":"The auto idle engine system was on. I came to complete stop at a stoplight, the engine turned off. Then when I released my foot off the break, the car shut down and flashed a bunch of lights. The engine then shifts itself to neutral and then park. I have to press the start…","quote_2_odi":"11717374","quote_2_text":"Idle engine restart failed. The vehicle went in idle mode at stop light, whe I got green and moved feet off brake to acceleration the engine failed to restart. It happened on 2/3/2026. I turned on hazard light to alert other drivers I was in trouble","quote_3_odi":"11679668","quote_3_text":"Problem with Auto idle stop mechanism.  There was an event of no restart after the auto start/stop engaged.  There have been several issues with it over time.  For a while it cut out completely until we got a new car battery.  Especially in the past 3 weeks the car has hesitated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11474902","quote_1_text":"When driving on highways and interstate the vehicle flashes BRAKE when the is no reason to brake. This happens multiple times per day, in our commute.  The 2nd thing (and most dangerous) is the auto braking. Several times on the interstate the car has done a HARD brake while…","quote_2_odi":"11529014","quote_2_text":"For the past year and a half, I have had issues with the forward collision warning and emergency braking systems. I get false warnings to \"Brake\" when there are no other cars around. I have also had the car brake for no reason - one time, we were on the interstate, the emergency…","quote_3_odi":"11737184","quote_3_text":"“The vehicle experiences phantom braking while driving, where the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) activates without warning even when there are no vehicles or objects in front of me. The vehicle suddenly brakes on its own, creating a major safety hazard and risk of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and sway bar fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756067","quote_1_text":"Under Honda recall 26V-365 our 2022 Honda Pilot has a rear subframe that was not properly manufactured with the proper paint and corrosion protection. Honda has admitted this.   Therefore, Honda is saying the subframe may rust at the mounting points. They are putting braces at…","quote_2_odi":"11576281","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 5 MPH and making a turn, there was an abnormal loud banging sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that she looked around and could not determine the cause of the sound. The contact stated that she continued driving…","quote_3_odi":"11650113","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound. Upon inspection, the contact discovered that the rear sway bar bracket had fractured. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the rear sway…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack noise and premature failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750028","quote_1_text":"Bought brand new, I am at almost 68,000 miles.   I have had vibration, rattling, etc near the front left of the car.    After inspections and diagnostics.  They said I need a new steering rack.  It seems pre-mature to need a steering rack.  No damage or high impact things have…","quote_2_odi":"11713282","quote_2_text":"2022 Honda Pilot - steering wheel / front of car started to make a clanking noise when driving over speed bumps / noise started around 35k miles on odometer. Two different service appointments with Honda pointed to shocks and sway bar links; 3rd non honda service appointment…","quote_3_odi":"11626942","quote_3_text":"When you brake and turn the steering wheel to the left it makes a loud clanging noise and the steering wheel shakes. The car feels loose and it does not feel safe to drive. The dealership states it’s the steering rack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741480","quote_1_text":"Driving on freeway, at speed limit. All was clear. The sunroof spontaneously exploded. Nothing struck it, it just exploded on its own","quote_2_odi":"11709870","quote_2_text":"While driving on I-26 at 60 MPH at approximately 2PM on 01/08/2026 the sunroof exploded. It was not struck by anything, no other vehicle was within a half mile of us at the time. Fortunately the cover was closed because we do not use the sunroof","quote_3_odi":"11736990","quote_3_text":"Our sunroof on our Honda 2022 Pilot spontaneously shattered while we were sitting at a stop light. Nothing fell on it and nothing hit, it just suddenly shattered while we were sitting in the stop light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission hesitation and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732420","quote_1_text":"Upon accelerating from a stop, or at various speeds, the vehicle experiences a significant loss of motive power(pulling backwards) followed by an abrupt lunge forward. This hesitation occurs unpredictably and makes entering traffic or intersections extremely hazardous","quote_2_odi":"11644488","quote_2_text":"On several occasions the Pilot lost power and decreased speed at an alarming rate while I was accelerating to merge on to the interstate creating serious safety problems. The transmission completely died while I was stopped on the roadside 1200 miles from home in a remote area","quote_3_odi":"11673790","quote_3_text":"Our problem is that there is about a “2-5 second hesitation” or “delay in acceleration” where the engine seems to “bog down for a few seconds before it ‘kicks in’ and then there is a ‘surge of power.’” This surge of power causes a rapid acceleration where the vehicle “jumps…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and sudden engine surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728817","quote_1_text":"As I was coming to a stop to park, my foot was on the brake. At that moment, the engine suddenly revved loudly and the vehicle accelerated forward unexpectedly without any additional throttle input. There were no warning lights, messages, or prior symptoms before this occurred","quote_2_odi":"11749542","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a parking spot with the brake pedal depressed, the engine revved unexpectedly and independently accelerated and crash into a Ford Bronco, a Jeep Cherokee, another vehicle, and two parking signs","quote_3_odi":"11615988","quote_3_text":"The state investigator indicated that while the 2022 Honda Pilot was being driven by the owner, the accelerator pedal had malfunctioned and the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration. During the incident, the vehicle's speed had increased above 100 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-driver-assist-radar-sensor-obstruction","label":"Driver assist radar sensor obstruction warning in weather","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11-19 → 2026-05-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11638566","quote_1_text":"If there is rain, snow, fog, moisture or salt from the roads builds up or collects  on the emblem of my pilot, I get a warning saying something to the effect of “ Some Driver Assist Systems cannot operate clean area shown”. This is quite dangerous when you live in the Midwest…","quote_2_odi":"11631917","quote_2_text":"I have noticed a few times that the driver assist system doesn't work as intended during driving in snow or just rain. I will get an error message on my dash, \"some driver assist systems cannot operate, clean area shown.\" Honda wants the driver to pull over and clean the snow…","quote_3_odi":"11752649","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving with the adaptive cruise control activated, the cruise control became inoperative after being used for a while. The message \"Clean Radar Sensor\" was displayed on the instrument panel. The failure had occurred on several occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-electrical-cascade-failure","label":"Multi-system electrical cascade warning and loss of ADAS","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05-20 → 2026-02-08","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11522984","quote_1_text":"According to the dealership, there was a battery failure, a wheel sensor failure, and possibly other things going on as well.  The car was rendered useless. ABS stopped working, multiple transmission failures, traction control failures, power steering failures, brake failures…","quote_2_odi":"11556570","quote_2_text":"our family was driving on the interstate at 70mph, when the electronic system malfunctioned. The car said every system was failing and to see dealer immediately. The car immediately stopped accelerating, steering wheel shook, and car was difficult to control on the busy, holiday…","quote_3_odi":"11543255","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the stability, traction control, ABS, brakes, Lane Departure, and speedometer warning lights were illuminated. The \"Anti-lock Brake System, Brake Performance Reduced\", \"Parking Sensor Failure\", \"All-Wheel Drive…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-forward-collision-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false activation and sudden braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-07-08 → 2026-05-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689161","quote_1_text":"While driving on U.S Highway 521 in South Carolina, the vehicle experienced SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED BRAKING AND VIOLENT SHAKING even though there were no cars or obstacles directly in front of me. The sensation was so strong it felt as if the car had been rear-ended, but there was no…","quote_2_odi":"11553929","quote_2_text":"The Pilot emergency braked on its own as I was driving 30mph on a rural road, throwing myself and my children forward in our seats as the vehicle came to a stop. It was a violent action. No other vehicles or people were around us and no reason for the braking should have occurred","quote_3_odi":"11583713","quote_3_text":"When driving down both highways and interstates on several occasions my vehicle has slammed the brakes on prompting the warning of emergency braking. This when there are no vehicles directly in my lane or path. It often occurs when passing a tractor trailer on the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-powertrain-hesitation-stall","label":"Powertrain hesitation, stall, and acceleration delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06-28 → 2026-03-28","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534926","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLKE HESITATES MOVING FORWARD FROM A STOP OR STANDSTILL. THE SAFEY CONCERIN IS THAT THE HESITATION OCCURS WHEN ENTERING TRAFFIC FROM A STOP AND MIGHT CAUSE A COLLISION DUR TO THE DELAY IN MOVING FORWARD. THIS HAS OCCURED ON MANY OCASSIONS. NO WARNING LIGHTS. THE VEHICLE…","quote_2_odi":"11651371","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stopped with no warning while waiting in traffic at a red light and it took a while to restart. Same thing happened while parked in a lot waiting. The former issue was dangerous as I was in traffic with numerous vehicles moving around me with my family in the car as I…","quote_3_odi":"11546998","quote_3_text":"Car wouldn't go more than 25-30 miles/hour and rpm was at 5-6, had to use blinkers on highway. Luckily there weren't any injuries, i was scared of the situation as I was travelling with my toddler and newborn. After reaching home, car wouldn't reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-seatbelt-sensor-false-alarm","label":"Second-row seat belt buckle sensor false unbuckled alert","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-11-27 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750710","quote_1_text":"The rear passenger-side (second-row, right-side outboard) seatbelt warning system is defective, repeatedly triggering false \"unbuckled\" alarms even when a passenger is securely buckled in. This is a known manufacturing defect involving the occupant detection sensor inside the…","quote_2_odi":"11738898","quote_2_text":"The rear passenger seat belt warning system in the 2023 Honda Pilot suffers from a critical malfunction. Specifically, the right rear passenger seat belt sensor triggers false, persistent, and loud \"unbuckled\" audio alarms and visual dashboard alerts while an occupant is sitting…","quote_3_odi":"11742871","quote_3_text":"The middle right side passenger seat belt alarm is going off and indicating it is not clicked when it is.  I have had my [XXX] son and [XXX] daughter (different weights) sit there and the alarm will go off constantly indicating their seat belt is not fastened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-steering-rack-noise-failure","label":"Steering rack knocking noise and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-05-22 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687958","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Honda Pilot has had persistent issues with the steering system since it was purchased new. The problems manifest as knocking noises in the steering column, although no warning lights appear. The Honda dealer has replaced the steering rack three times. A rattling noise is…","quote_2_odi":"11735303","quote_2_text":"At about 9700 miles I noticed a popping noise in the steering wheel when it was turned left or right after driving for a few miles and it could be felt in the steering wheel. The popping sound got worse and on July 7, 2025 I took the car to the Honda dealership I bought it from…","quote_3_odi":"11622629","quote_3_text":"Steering makes noise, safety concern. Steering rack replaced at 5,000 miles in July 2024 (10 months after purchase). Noise came back at approximately 7,500 in October 2024 (13 months after purchase). Was told initial Steering rack was defective and the replacement may have been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06-16 → 2024-10-23","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561145","quote_1_text":"While driving in light traffic -- approximately 65 mph -- I heard a loud crash exploding sound and then the sound of glass breaking. No other vehicles were near me but I quickly scanned my front, back, and side windows and mirrors and nothing was broken. No warnings on…","quote_2_odi":"11527407","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the wife was reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle's glass sunroof suddenly exploded and shattered causing glass shards to fall into the cabin of the vehicle. During the failure, the driver sustained bruising and small lacerations to the neck…","quote_3_odi":"11621635","quote_3_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded while driving on the highway towards Tappahannock, VA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2023-windshield-optical-distortion","label":"Windshield optical distortion impairing driver vision","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-21 → 2025-12-02","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675194","quote_1_text":"Vision is severely impaired by optical distortion in the windshield, directly in the driver's field of vision. It is also noticeable from anywhere inside or outside of the vehicle. Some areas magnify the view so it looks as though the road is coming up towards the driver. Other…","quote_2_odi":"11702505","quote_2_text":"I noticed that I began getting car sick while driving. I purchased the car at night and it was a long drive home, so I figured it was due to dehydration or something else. During the day however, I noticed it again. Upon careful inspection I noticed the entire windshield had a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2024-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725041","quote_1_text":"My Honda Pilot automatically applied the brakes 2 times while traveling on the interstate at 60 mph when there was no one in front of me and no one even near me. Both times it applied the brakes automatically and suddenly for no reason. It could have caused a bad accident.","quote_2_odi":"11597102","quote_2_text":"Sudden automatic brake was applied for no apparent reason. There was no collision situation at all. Car suddenly applied strong brake when we were driving at 40 MPH. The car came to a complete stop on a busy road, luckily for us the vehicle behind was bit far back. It was so scary.","quote_3_odi":"11714850","quote_3_text":"While traveling at 45 mph with Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) active, the vehicle experienced a \"phantom braking\" event triggered by high-contrast shadows on the roadway. The Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) incorrectly identified a shadow as a physical obstacle and abruptly applied the brakes…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2024-eps-multi-system-warning-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss with cascading warning messages","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11720315","quote_1_text":"Multiple warning messages suddenly appeared on the dashboard, and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn and effectively locked while I was driving.  I immediately activated my hazard lights. I was unable to safely pull over because the steering wheel would not respond properly…","quote_2_odi":"11570627","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway on Feb 5th 2024, with only 105 miles on the odometer, and no prior warning messages/lights, many warning messages were suddenly displayed on the dashboard, repeating one after the other, instructing that various safety features were disabled…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2024-seatbelt-sensor-false-alert","label":"Second-row seat belt sensor false unbuckled alert","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754429","quote_1_text":"Seatbelt warning system INCORRECTLY indicates with persistant and distracting chime and lights, that middle row right seatbelt is unbuckled, when it is in fact buckled.  This has happened over 25 times over a 6 week period. It becomes a significant distraction to the driver…","quote_2_odi":"11752570","quote_2_text":"The back seat seat belt warning malfunctions when someone is sitting in the back seat, causing the alarm to sound as if the passenger is not buckled in. The red seat belt notification also indicates that someone in that seat is unbuckled, which is incorrect. The seat belt is fastened the entire time.","quote_3_odi":"11733692","quote_3_text":"Recently the vehicle has developed an erratic behavior when a passenger on mid-row seat is using the seat belt, seat belt reminder goes on/off every few seconds displaying inaccurate information of when the seat belt is in use.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2024-steering-rack-noise-failure","label":"Steering rack clicking, creaking, and replacement recurrence","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696684","quote_1_text":"Crackling/clicking noises coming from steering rack after the vehicle has warmed up and driven for 10-20 mins.  Noises are more noticeable when driving at slow speeds and when pulling in/out of parking spaces.  The electric steering rack in my vehicle has been replaced twice under warranty…","quote_2_odi":"11747653","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, after the vehicle had warmed up, there was a popping and clicking sound coming from the vehicle while turning the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the steering rack needed to be replaced.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-driver-assist-deactivation","label":"Driver assist deactivation with clean-sensor alert","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11732094","quote_1_text":"Adaptive cruise control fails nearly every time the car is driven more than 40 minutes with ACC activated. Failure indicated by warning lights and statement on DIC. DIC instructs operator to clean the front \"H\" emblem on grille, however, the emblem is always completely clean","quote_2_odi":"11711706","quote_2_text":"Some Drive Assist Systems cannot operate: Clean Area shown. This message keeps appearing without any weather factors or anything to cause it. Happens nearly daily while using adaptive cruise","quote_3_odi":"11655268","quote_3_text":"The cruise control quits intermittently while driving. It has since November 2024. The Honda Dealer says they do not have a fix. It increases driver fatigue and it surprises you as you are driving. The alert is to clean sensor, but cleaning doesn’t fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11707041","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was driving normally when the engine failed and lost power. The vehicle following nearly rear ended ours. Pulled the car over into a side street and tried to restart with no success. Emission control problem warning displayed","quote_2_odi":"11725274","quote_2_text":"On 3/16/26 I attempted to accelerate and the vehicle experienced severe \"bucking\" and gear hunting hesitation before losing all drive power and stalling. Following the stall, the engine would not crank or \"catch\" despite multiple attempts","quote_3_odi":"11749115","quote_3_text":"2025 Honda Pilot suffered severe engine misfires while driving due to total intake valve carbon blockages at 31,000 miles. The dealer and Honda Tech Line admitted they do not know why it happened and cannot find the cause","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-glass-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11700497","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Honda Pilot (purchased Oct 2024) has experienced three windshield cracks, all starting in the same lower driver-side corner near the inspection stickers","quote_2_odi":"11739946","quote_2_text":"My front windshield cracked without any impact. I noticed quite a few honda pilots on the road with almost the exact same crack. It started on the passenger side and went completely across to the driver's side","quote_3_odi":"11725486","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the vehicle, and the sunroof glass shattered, and glass fell into the cabin","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11730908","quote_1_text":"While the contact’s wife was driving approximately 70 MPH, the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn in either direction. The driver was able to forcefully steer the vehicle over to the shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11704800","quote_2_text":"All of the lights on the dash came on and the power steering stopped working while driving on the highway. I was in the number one lane and had to merge across four lanes to pull over with no power steering","quote_3_odi":"11668703","quote_3_text":"While operating the vehicle under normal conditions, the electric power steering system failed completely. The steering wheel became entirely unresponsive, effectively locking in place","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-steering-clicking-noise","label":"Steering clicking and popping noise in low-speed turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725404","quote_1_text":"My steering is making loud clicking noises when turning the vehicle left or right at low speeds. It sounds like loud pops. It is especially prevalent once car has warmed up and driven","quote_2_odi":"11649838","quote_2_text":"Loud popping noise when steering started at about 2000 miles. The entire steering rack was replaced. At 7000 miles the noise is back along with a clicking in the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11685403","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel \"clicks\" at low-speed turns. This began at 1,500 miles. I have taken the vehicle to the dealership three times for a repair and the clicking returns each time approximately one week after the repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-transmission-jerking","label":"Transmission jerking and delayed shifts at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11624402","quote_1_text":"The transmission jerks at low speeds, especially in gears 1, 2, and 3. Starting from a stop is the worst. When you press the gas pedal there is a delayed response to accelerate the car. This is a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11653304","quote_2_text":"The transmission stutters between shifts. When I apply a healthy amount of throttle input (say 50% or so), the shifts feel very clean and crisp","quote_3_odi":"11633989","quote_3_text":"Shifting from 1st, 2nd, 3rd gears is delayed/hesitant. Extremely noticeable at low speeds when releasing accelerator or braking. Unable to predict speed when coming to a smooth stop, occasionally feels like it lurches forward when it tries to downshift upon braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and failure to stop at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718258","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into an open available parking space in a hospital parking garage and the car just all of a sudden accelerated ON ITS OWN and hit the wall of parking spot. I tried to apply the brake several times before I could finally get it to stop","quote_2_odi":"11647968","quote_2_text":"I was coming out of a parking lot so I was braking. My car suddenly surged even though my foot was on the brake. I pushed the brake harder and harder my car moved about 20 ft. toward a curb before it stopped","quote_3_odi":"11687659","quote_3_text":"The vehicle had a surge acceleration after a stop sign and when the auto start stop engaged the vehicle surged forward and, in an effort, to control the vehicle side swiped another vehicle before crashing into a home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Pilot","model_slug":"pilot","cluster_id":"pilot-2025-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753712","quote_1_text":"Collision Mitigation Braking System has activated numerous times while traveling on a straight road with no other vehicles around. The brakes activated hard where items shifted in the vehicle and the seatbelts locked","quote_2_odi":"11701280","quote_2_text":"The automatic braking will brake unintentionally while driving on the highway or street. The vehicle will brake suddenly without warning. It will do this in all kind of conditions. It happens when there are no vehicles around as well","quote_3_odi":"11634806","quote_3_text":"My brand new 2025 Honda Pilot frequently (several times per week) will deploy the CMBS (Collision Mitigation Braking System) causing the brakes to be applied harshly and bringing the vehicle to a near stop, despite there being nothing in the road ahead, behind, or to the sides","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/pilot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2024-aeb-malfunction","label":"Automatic emergency braking malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 799 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":800,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11729593","quote_1_text":"On April 5, 2026, I was stopped at a busy intersection waiting to turn left. When I proceeded through the light, the car's sensor suddenly went off and the car braked violently. I thought I had hit something in the road. (I was driving in one pedal mode). There was nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11714343","quote_2_text":"Every day when backing out of the driveway the car activates the rear emergency breaks as it “sees” my neighbors parked truck across the seat. At no point is my car anywhere near th parked truck. Also, the emergency brake activates multiple times.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2024-cv-axle-clicking","label":"Front CV axle clicking noise during turns","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":150,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 799 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":800,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739422","quote_1_text":"CV axle joint clicking sound when turning the wheel right or left. Honda technician already check it out and confirm the problem that it is the CV joint axle. No remedy provided by Honda at this time","quote_2_odi":"11744756","quote_2_text":"Clicking sound coming from the front axle when turning and at acceleration when first driving off. I contacted my Honda dealership to schedule an appointment so they can inspect the vehicle. They said that at this time they do not have a fix and Honda is aware of the problem…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2024-high-voltage-charging","label":"High-voltage system warnings and charging failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 799 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":800,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11726755","quote_1_text":"My vehicle constantly receives an error message while driving stating, \"SERVICE HIGH VOLTAGE SYSTEM\" and \"REDUCED ACCELERATION DRIVE WITH CARE.\" Error symbols appear on the dashboard that show an orange turtle, a red battery with a big exclamation point through it…","quote_2_odi":"11714338","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is unable to charge. Dealer inspection confirmed damage to the charging coupler/receptacle. Charging port shows burn marks and electrical damage. Dealer recommended replacement of the drive motor battery charger receptacle. Vehicle has no diagnostic trouble codes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2024-recall-update-incomplete","label":"Incomplete recall 26V-112 software updates","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05 (from 200 most-recent of 799 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":800,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11737929","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is has an active safety recall and my local dealership has not received the update","quote_2_odi":"11723042","quote_2_text":"Today, my Honda dealer said they will not perform the update needed for Manufacturer Recall Number XNK and NHTSA Recall Number 26V-112 because it failed on another vehicle last week. They have no ETA.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2024-screen-blackouts","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment screen blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 799 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":800,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11748401","quote_1_text":"The screens (odometer and center entertainment console) both went blank while driving on the highway today. I had brought the vehicle in for the previous recall to have the update installed to prevent this problem.","quote_2_odi":"11745906","quote_2_text":"Infotainment and driver info screen go black randomly throughout the month. This has happened to me nine times in seven weeks. Takes about 30 seconds for the screens to reset.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-backup-camera-night","label":"Backup camera inadequate visibility at night","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-08-25 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723518","quote_1_text":"When reversing at night, the rear camera image becomes so dark that pedestrians, obstacles, or other vehicles behind the car cannot be seen. This creates a significant safety hazard because the driver cannot rely on the camera system to safely maneuver or reverse the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11743869","quote_2_text":"Backup camera is completely black when it is dark outside, making it worthless. It is fine during daylight hours. The local Honda dealer acknowledged that there is a problem,  but stated that Honda has no solution for it at this time","quote_3_odi":"11678041","quote_3_text":"The backup camera at night is practically black. I find many people complaining about this online, but no fix. It is dangerous to back that car up at night!!! There must be a fix before someone gets hurt. Either upgrade the camera or upgrade the backup lighting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-cv-axle-clicking","label":"CV axle/joint clicking noise during turns","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2025-07-17 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721980","quote_1_text":"My 2026 Honda Prologue makes clicking sounds when executing turns. The problem was confirmed in a diagnostic assessment at the Honda dealer at about 7,500 miles (2/4/26). The service rep. said Honda was looking into the problem (CV joints/bearings), but there was no current…","quote_2_odi":"11716620","quote_2_text":"Every time I make a turn (left, right, or U-turn) the vehicle makes a loud clicking noise. I’ve taken the vehicle in 3 times. Initially, Honda promised to fix the issue, yet each time I’ve gone in they always come up with an excuse","quote_3_odi":"11709705","quote_3_text":"Around 3000 miles both front axles developed a clicking sound when turning. The sounds has gotten progressively worse over the next 2000 miles. Honda dealer service center confirmed bad axles but states Honda America no longer allows them to replace the axles since the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-false-aebs-activation","label":"Uncommanded automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-11-18 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728391","quote_1_text":"While driving with cruise control engaged, the car had a false positive for forward collision detection and slammed on the brakes at full Highway speed. After about one of second of emergency braking the car released the brakes and resumed cruise control as normal. There were NO…","quote_2_odi":"11746574","quote_2_text":"Without any warning, driver input, or hazard present, my vehicle initiated an uncommanded emergency braking maneuver. The vehicle forcefully decelerated from 35 MPH to a complete stop (0 MPH) in the middle of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11711285","quote_3_text":"On 2 occasions (before a dealer initiated system update), without anyone in jeopardy of being hit in front of me, my vehicle suddenly and shockingly halted - I had no idea what was happening and thought someone hit me from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-false-reverse-braking","label":"Rear automatic braking activation with no obstacle present","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-05-05","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704993","quote_1_text":"Multiple times, my REAR collision automatic braking has activated when in reverse while barely moving and the vehicle was not at risk of collision. After 2 incidents, I turned the system off","quote_2_odi":"11726830","quote_2_text":"the car is having is the. Reverse collision warning problem.  It is engaging and breaking the vehicle.  When there is nothing behind it, it happens constantly. And we've had to turn the feature off on the vehicle's information head unit settings to stop it from causing harsh…","quote_3_odi":"11735809","quote_3_text":"Car slams on the emergency brake when backing out of a parking spot with no obstacles in view.  Forward warning system alerts occur even though there is nothing in front of the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-high-voltage-system-fault","label":"High-voltage system warning and charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-11-18 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730100","quote_1_text":"the vehicle lost power and displayed a warning message stating “Service High Voltage System” along with a “Reduced Speed” notification. During these events, the estimated driving range dropped significantly, charging was limited to approximately 25%, and acceleration was…","quote_2_odi":"11750362","quote_2_text":"On June 11, 2026, my 2025 Honda Prologue displayed a High Voltage System Alert immediately after I attempted to charge the vehicle. The vehicle would not accept a charge and became inoperable. I brought it to the dealership the same day, and the vehicle has remained there since","quote_3_odi":"11704624","quote_3_text":"My vehicle recently began displaying the error messages “Service High-Voltage System” and “Reduced Acceleration – Drive With Care.” Since these warnings appeared, my vehicle’s heating system no longer works at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-09-24 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752020","quote_1_text":"screens went completely black while I was driving on the interstate around 8 pm. The black screen spontaneously resolved after about one minute. That was really scary not having important operating info such as my speed and my GPS directions!","quote_2_odi":"11722430","quote_2_text":"I have had multiple incidents where I'm driving and the instrument cluster goes black and either takes multiple minutes to come back on or I have to turn the vehicle off and back on to get it to work","quote_3_odi":"11703055","quote_3_text":"the infotainment screen and digital gauge cluster will randomly shut off while driving—sometimes for up to 30 seconds—leaving me without speed, range, or other essential telemetry while the vehicle is in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Prologue","model_slug":"prologue","cluster_id":"prologue-2025-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake unresponsiveness and brake-related warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11-19 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":140,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727278","quote_1_text":"The primary safety incident occurred while driving on a highway. Multiple warning indicators appeared simultaneously, including battery and maintenance alerts, and the vehicle began to decelerate automatically. When the brake pedal was applied, the brakes were completely…","quote_2_odi":"11751900","quote_2_text":"while driving at undisclosed speeds and removing the foot off the accelerator pedal, the vehicle unexpectedly came to an immediate stop. The Auto Hold, service brake assist, service stability link, high voltage light, and ABS warning lights remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11700328","quote_3_text":"upon entering a parking lot at 5 MPH, the contact was attempting to park into a charging station. As the contact depressed the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to stop without warning. The contact repeatedly depressed the brake pedal as the vehicle accelerated and hit a tree","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/prologue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-brake-pedal-soft","label":"Soft brake pedal with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11180637","quote_1_text":"BRAKES ARE SOFT AND PEDAL SOMETIMES GOES CLOSE TO THE FLOOR WITH ENGINE ON REGARDLESS OF BEING IN MOTION OR STOPPED. TOOK TRUCK IN FOR REPAIR AT HONDA DEALER THEY THOUGHT IT SERIOUS ENOUGH TO REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS AT BLEEDING THEM. BRAKES ARE STILL","quote_2_odi":"11031629","quote_2_text":"BRAKES POORLY STOPPING TWICE THE DISTANCE AS NORMAL. SOFT PEDAL WAS TOLD BY DEARLSHIP THIS IS NORMAL FOR TRUCK. BRAKES WILL NOT LOCK UP WITH OR WITHOUT ABS FUSE IN PLACE","quote_3_odi":"10469437","quote_3_text":"ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS (ABOUT THREE WEEKS APART AND NO MORE THAN 500 MILES) THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WITHOUT STOPPING THE VEHICLE. BOTH TIMES THE CONDITIONS WERE DRY AND DEBRIS FREE. THE FIRST OCCASION OCCURRED GOING UP A HILL TO A STOP SIGN AND WAS NOT AS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-rear-window-shatter","label":"Rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11563710","quote_1_text":"Rear sliding glass window spontaneously exploded while parked in enclosed space. Have read multiple accounts of similar things happening to this generation Ridgeline","quote_2_odi":"10355028","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKED ON DRIVEWAY WITH THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE FACING WEST AT APROXX 6PM THE REAR PASSENGER WINDOW EXPLODED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-roof-structure-leak","label":"Roof and rear structure failure with water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10588222","quote_1_text":"ON MARCH 30, 2013. WHILE DRIVING OUT OF TOWN DURING A HEAVY RAIN STORM. WE STARTED TO HEAR A LOUD THUMPING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE TRUCK AT SPEEDS AROUND 60MPH, OF WHICH MY PASSENGER STARTED TO VIDEO THE SOUND. BEFORE I COULD PULL OFF THE HIGHWAY , THERE WAS SILENCE","quote_2_odi":"11453443","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated water was entering the cabin of the vehicle causing the windows to become foggy. The contact stated that the failure happened every time it rained. The contact said there was a strong mildew odor inside the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11694725","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the ABS and ESC warning lights were also illuminated. The contact had driven back to the residence. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-steering-wheel-shimmy","label":"Steering wheel shimmy at speed","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10535561","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIES AT ALL SPEEDS. TIRES HAVE BEEN CHANGED 3 TIMES, DEALERSHIP CHECKED 2 TIMES, MULTIPLE ALIGNMENTS. THE PROBLEM REMAINS THE SAME FROM ABOUT 25,000 MI. NOW 66,000 MI. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10380592","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AFTER DRIVING THROUGH ABOUT 8\" OF SNOW, THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO SHAKE SO BAD HAD TO PULL OVER AND CHECK THAT THE WHEELS WERE TIGHT. THIS WAS CAUSED BY SNOW ON THE INSIDE OF THE RIM ICE WOULD ROLL AROUND ACTING LIKE A WHEEL WEIGHT .THIS COULD CAUSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-takata-airbag-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10904994","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_2_odi":"10899546","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V344000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE","quote_3_odi":"10886253","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY 2010 RIDGELINE HAS BEEN SITTING AT A DEALER FOR THE LAST 8 WEEKS WAITING ON THE PARTS FOR THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG TO COME IN. ON TOP OF THAT, ANOTHER RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG! MY CONTACT AT THE DEALER HAS BEEN VERY NICE AND I DO HAVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-tire-sidewall-air-loss","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and air loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2014-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10558670","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS MICHELIN TIRES, MODEL LTX M/S LT 225/75 R18 THAT WAS BEING USED ON A 2010 HONDA RIDGE LINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES CONTINUED TO LOSE AIR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL MECHANIC, WHO REPLACED THE AIR SENDING UNIT. THE REPAIR DID NOT","quote_2_odi":"10548230","quote_2_text":"MICHELIN TIRES LTX MS P245 60R18 - CRACKING SIDEWALLS/DRY ROTTING. HONDA DEALER SAID MY SIDEWALLS WERE CRACKING AND/OR DRY ROT. MY HONDA TRUCK HAS 43,000 MILES AND TIRES HAVE BEEN MAINTAINED. MICHELIN HAS RECALL JULY 12, 2013 WHICH DETAILS SIMILAR ISSUE FOR SIMILAR LINE OF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or idling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10712859","quote_1_text":"I BACKED MY 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE OUT OF MY GARAGE. IT WAS A LITTLE TOO CLOSE TO MY BASKETBALL HOOP SO I PUT IT IN DRIVE TO PULL FORWARD. THE TRUCK TOOK OFF LIKE A JET AND ACCELERATED ABOUT 20 FEET FORWARD UNTIL IT CRASHED INTO MY GARAGE. I IMMEDIATELY LOOKED DOWN AND MY FOOT WAS","quote_2_odi":"11452956","quote_2_text":"On Friday 2/18/2022 I was pulling into a parking space with my 2010 Honda Ridgeline. When applying the brake, the vehicle suddenly accelerated unintentionally and hit the car in the opposing parking space. I stood on the brake harder when I sensed the vehicle lurching forward","quote_3_odi":"10486585","quote_3_text":"I AM REPORTING UNWANTED, EXCESSIVE ACCELERATION FOR MY 2010 HONDA RIDGELINE. AFTER TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT, I WAS EASING INTO MY DESIRED PARKING SPACE AND, SINCE THERE WAS A SLIGHT INCLINE, I LIGHTLY PRESSED THE ACCELERATOR TO INCH FURTHER INTO THE SPACE. ALL OF A SUDDEN, TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2011-electrical-climate-malfunctions","label":"Electrical and climate control malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11449662","quote_1_text":"The back passenger door opens by itself while I'm driving. The heater mode never changes when I switch it to defrost, face, feet","quote_2_odi":"10983168","quote_2_text":"IN THE LAST TWO YEARS I HAVE TO CHANGE FIVE (5) TIMES A/C BLOWER MOTOR DUE TO MALFUNCTION. THE HONDA SERVICE DEPARTMENT DOES NOT KNOW WHAT IS CAUSING THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11457805","quote_3_text":"Since January 1st, 2022, the GPS system has become erratic with irregular display of routes. Proof: auto-clock is not working anymore","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11661227","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, there was a loud squealing sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became","quote_2_odi":"11605198","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the rear driver's side tire was at an angle. The contact also stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the rear end of the vehicle was rocking back and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906178","quote_1_text":"SPECIFICALLY, IN SOME VEHICLES, THE DRIVER'S FRONT AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD PRODUCE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL PRESSURE UPON DEPLOYMENT. IF AN AFFECTED AIRBAG DEPLOYS, THE INCREASED INTERNAL PRESSURE MAY CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO RUPTURE (BREAK APART) AND DEPLOY ABNORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10881963","quote_2_text":"I HAVE FOLLOWED THE DIRECTIONS SENT TO ME OVER TWO MONTHS AGO. I HAVE CALLED TWO DIFFERENT DEALERS WHO KEEP TELLING ME THAT THEY ARE UNABLE TO ORDER THE PARTS NEEDED TO FIX THIS","quote_3_odi":"10876788","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN FEBRUARY OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2011-water-leak-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion at roof and windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11505595","quote_1_text":"leak coming from roof drivers side, stained seat and top ceiling. strip needs to be checked underneath. not sure exactly where the leak is coming from","quote_2_odi":"11478766","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that during rainy weather conditions, there would be rain exposure to the dashboard. The contact noticed that in the winter months the dashboard would have frost on it the same as the outside","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10934861","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10852369","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I FOUND OUT MY VEHICLE WAS ON THE RECALL LIST IN FEBRUARY 2016, EVEN BEFORE I RECEIVED MY RECALL LETTER WHICH WAS MARCH 29, 2016","quote_3_odi":"10845670","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. TO DATE NOTHING HAS HAPPENED BUT IF I HADN'T SEEN SOMETHING ON MY LOCAL NEWS I WOULD STILL BE DRIVING MY VEHICLE, WHICH BY THE WAY ONLY HAS 22,000 OR SO MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2012-third-brake-light-garnish","label":"Third brake light garnish panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10744996","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT OBSERVED THAT THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHT GARNISH SET DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT IT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11192134","quote_2_text":"THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PANEL (ABOVE REAR WINDOW) BLEW OFF AT 75 MPH. IN CHECKING ONLINE, THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MANY OTHER RIDGELINE TRUCKS","quote_3_odi":"11472293","quote_3_text":"Roof Garnish Molding it’s pop ups two times and i change everything new but my concern is when i drive in the highway or interstate that part can blow off to the air and can cause an accident. Last time I went to the dealership was 07/01/2022. That’s my concern. Thank you","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2013-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbag deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11032001","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE OVER A WOOD CHIPPER. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, BUT DID NOT INFLATE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE RIBS, CHEST, BACK, NECK, AND NOSE. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A","quote_2_odi":"11244627","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED IN A LEFT TURN LANE BEHIND ANOTHER CAR. A THIRD CAR CAME FROM BEHIND AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND HIT MY CAR FROM BEHIND, PUSHING IT VIOLENTLY INTO THE CAR AHEAD OF ME. MY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT ACTIVATE ON IMPACT. I SUFFERED FACIAL AND ARM INJURIES FROM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2013-engine-power-loss-braking","label":"Loss of engine power while braking","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10717531","quote_1_text":"IF YOU PRESS THE BRAKE AND STILL HAVE A FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL, YOU LOOSE ALL POWER UNTIL YOU TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF THE BRAKE. I'M GUESSING ITS THE COMPUTER THAT CAUSES THIS TO OCCUR. IT COULD CAUSE A CRASH FOR PEOPLE THAT DON'T KNOW THIS","quote_2_odi":"10713298","quote_2_text":"WHEN STARTING IN MOTION AFTER A STOP FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL, OR MAKING A SLOW TURN THE POWER FROM THE ENGINE STOPS. I AM A LEFT FOOT BRAKE, TOUCHING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO CONTROL SPEED IN TRAFFIC TO AVOID A STOP AND GO REAR END COLLISION SITUATION FOLLOWING OTHER CARS, THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10908105","quote_1_text":"HONDA NOTIFIED ME IN FEBRUARY 2016 OF THIS AIRBAG RECALL AND OF THIS DATE MY DEALERSHIP (HOLLER HONDA ORLANDO) SAYS THEY HAVE STILL NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET A REPLACEMENT AIRBAG FOR MY TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"10929395","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V061000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-brake-pedal-to-floor","label":"Brake pedal travels to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11454082","quote_1_text":"SINCE JANUARY I HAVE STEPPED ON THER BRAKE PEDAL AT LEASE 6 TIMES AND THE PEDAL HAS GONE ALMOST TO THE FLOOR. I RELEASE THE PEDAL AND IT CAME BACK UP TO THE ORIGINAL POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11174404","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING , APPLIED BRAKE AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR CAR WOULD NOT STOP! REPLACED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER (TYPICAL REPAIR) THIS DID NOT FIX ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10593581","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS HE DROVE VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, THE WARNING BELL SOUNDED AND THE BRAKES EMITTED A STRONG BURNING ODOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock mechanism failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11217808","quote_1_text":"ELECTRICAL DOOR LOCK MECHANISM DOES NOT WORK USING THE KEY FOB LOCK","quote_2_odi":"10576591","quote_2_text":"AFTER ARRIVING HOME FROM THE DEALER WITH THIS BRAND NEW VEHICLE, MY WIFE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE COULD NOT OPEN THE DOOR EVEN THOUGH I PRESSED UNLOCK SWITCH ON THE DRIVER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-frame-subframe-corrosion-recall","label":"Rear frame and subframe corrosion recall repair","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11753583","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V430000 (Structure), the contact discovered severe corrosion on the rear frame of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11550841","quote_2_text":"My local dealership, Wesley Chaple Honda, in Wesley Chaple Florida, cannot get the tool required to perform the recall /repair of the rusted gas tank belt support that the recall no. 22V430 refers to","quote_3_odi":"11491120","quote_3_text":"Safety Recall for rear subframe rust was \"performed\" at local dealer. Quality of work was questioned in that safety recall indicated dealer would removed corrosion on said subframe and apply anti-corrosive wax","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-paint-clear-coat-failure","label":"Exterior paint peeling and clear coat failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11519183","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Paint defect for 2014 Honda Ridgeline","quote_2_odi":"11353679","quote_2_text":"THE CLEAR COAT IS FAILING ON MY WHITE HONDA RIDGELINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10911202","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA RIDGELINE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS RECALL CONCERNING THE AIR BAGS AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10910543","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I HAVE A LETTER THAT SAYS THIS WOULD BE RESOLVED IN THE SUMMER OF 2016. IT IS NOW FALL. I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THEY SAY THEY HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY PARTS. WHAT IS GOING ON ?","quote_3_odi":"10854558","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL THERE ARE NO LOANER TRUCKS IN MY AREA AND WAS TOLD THAT I AM ONLY ELIGIBLE FOR SAFE TRANSPORTATION OF ANY KIND, DOES NOT HAVE TO BE A TRUCK. THEY ALSO DO NOT HAVE CARS AVAILABLE IN WILMINGTON, NC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2014-throttle-hesitation","label":"Throttle hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10700920","quote_1_text":"UPON ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AND TURNING TO EITHER THE LEFT OR RIGHT THE THROTTLE CONTROL WOULD HESITATE AND NOT BE RESPONSIVE TO FURTHER STEPPING ON THE GAS PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"10641383","quote_2_text":"TL-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HONDA RIDGEWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT WOULD HAVE TO WAIT SEVERAL MINUTES FOR THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-fuel-injector-pump-failure","label":"Fuel injector and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11633302","quote_1_text":"a smell of gas came into the car. fuel pump was the problem as per the dealer. could cause driver to pass out or fire","quote_2_odi":"11616009","quote_2_text":"7/13/2022 Recall work completed by dealer on Fuel Injection As of 9/26/2024 milage 73294. Now dealer states fuel injection is failing again!","quote_3_odi":"11668407","quote_3_text":"Honda has issues with the fuel injectors for this year vehicle. Instead of performing a recall, they pushed it off by extending the warranty. If the injectors fail, the car becomes inoperable and could result in accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-keyless-alarm-electrical","label":"Keyless start and alarm system electrical malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11515091","quote_1_text":"Dash lights flickering, clicking sounds coming from under dash and inside hood, alarm keeps going off intermittently. This vehicle has less than 100K miles","quote_2_odi":"11661308","quote_2_text":"On 5/11/25 the vehicle MID display showed KEYLESS START SYSTEM PROBLEM error message with a scan gage DTC12C5 stored. This made the vehicle hard to start requiring multiple actuation of the START/STOP switch. The vehicle milage was 56404 miles","quote_3_odi":"11739998","quote_3_text":"My car alarm randomly goes off. With no user interaction, the dashboard lights will flicker and i hear clicking noises from the dashboard. Then the alarm triggers randomly. i have to manually use the key fob to turn the alarm off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-phantom-braking-fca","label":"Phantom braking from forward collision avoidance system","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11527865","quote_1_text":"Occasional (several times a month) phantom breaking on two lane roads, particularly when opposing traffic is approaching along a concave (i.e., inward) curve or when opposing traffic is transitioning from a widened road section back to a single lane","quote_2_odi":"11453922","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system is consistently fooled on right hand turns. It \"sees\" the car approaching as being \"in my lane\" and alerts \"BRAKE\" and vibrates the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11468978","quote_3_text":"Amber CMBS, LKAS, and ACC lights flashing with 19850 mileage. The entire crash mitigation system does not work from cruise control to braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751218","quote_1_text":"Engine self destructed while driving on the highway. Lot of smoke and the car came to a stop pretty quickly. Oil and coolant dumped out of the bottom","quote_2_odi":"11734655","quote_2_text":"Engine seized while driving on the highway. Diagnosed to be a failed rod bearing leading to catastrophic engine failure. Vehicle and engine have 84,000 miles. I have owned and driven it since new","quote_3_odi":"11713164","quote_3_text":"75k miles on the engine, routine 5k oil change intervals, rod bearing failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-tailgate-camera-harness","label":"Backup camera failure from tailgate wiring harness wear","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11492413","quote_1_text":"Backup camera has failed. Wiring is frayed at tailgate","quote_2_odi":"11490733","quote_2_text":"Back-up camera black screen due to tailgate wiring harness failure","quote_3_odi":"11609095","quote_3_text":"The backup camera on my Honda Ridgeline was repaired under a recall but is now defective again. I hope Honda will investigate the previous recall repairs and issue another fix in the future","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2017-torque-converter-judder","label":"Torque converter judder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":335,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740778","quote_1_text":"Transmission Jutter or pulsing going up a slight incline at 45mph 50k miles on vehicle Problem repaired by dealer under extended warranty Now same problem occurring again at 90k miles","quote_2_odi":"11578130","quote_2_text":"Transmission shifts hard Torque converter problems have been reported by many owners online and Honda has apparently extended warranties for some but says my vin is not recalled I would like you to investigate and resolve this issue","quote_3_odi":"11622481","quote_3_text":"The torque converter is failing therefore causing the vehicle and pedal to pulsate rapidly. This is a recall for the exact truck we have, just not for our vin which I do not understand","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-backup-camera-harness","label":"Backup camera wiring harness failure at tailgate","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11491748","quote_1_text":"The problem revolves around the rear-view camera failing through the normal use of the vehicle. The issue affects 2017-2018 Ridelines, a number of whose owners complain that the screen goes black when they try to reverse","quote_2_odi":"11459517","quote_2_text":"Failure of backup camera wire harness at tail gate hinge area. 2018 Ridgeline at approx 26,000 miles, light duty use. Backup camera became intermittent, then failed. Dealership service said harness has failed, no kidding","quote_3_odi":"11417394","quote_3_text":"The wiring harness that supports the backup camera on my 2018 Honda Ridgeline has cracked and I suspect broken wires in that harness is the reason that the backup camera does not work any longer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-capless-filler-ice","label":"Capless fuel filler neck ice and water intrusion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11088970","quote_1_text":"WATER ENTERS BETWEEN THE TWO FLAPS ON THE CAPLESS FUEL FILLER. IF TEMPERATURES ARE BELOW FREEZING THE OUTER FLAP WILL FREEZE. HAPPENS WHEN IT IS RAINING OR GOING THROUGH A CAR WASH. YOU CAN SIT THERE AND PUSH IN THE OUTER FLAP AND SEE WATER STREAMING OUT OF IT","quote_2_odi":"11057271","quote_2_text":"WATER COLLECTS BEHIND CAPLESS FUEL FILLER FLAPPER AND IN COLD TEMPERATURES, AN ICE PLUG FORMS BEHIND FLAPPER. ICE PLUG PREVENTS OPENING FLAPPER TO INSERT GAS NOZZLE AND AND INABILITY TO REFUEL VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11642815","quote_3_text":"I went to fill my vehicle with gasoline on 02/06/2025. The 2018 Honda Ridgeline has a capless fuel system to enter fuel into the vehicle and there are two flaps that the gasoline nozzle is required to open","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-hood-flutter","label":"Hood flutter and lift at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11075831","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HONDA RIDGELINE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE HOOD RAISED APPROXIMATELY TWO INCHES. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE HOOD TO ASSURE IT WAS LATCHED PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"11561011","quote_2_text":"The hood flops in the wind, like a 2 foot long piece of aluminum foil. It's because the glue holding the composite skin to the metal frame has come loose. I'm sure over time, the stress from the wind will cause the composite material to break completely from the hood","quote_3_odi":"11445184","quote_3_text":"Excessive hood vibration/fluttering at varying speeds (30-70 MPH)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-keyless-alarm-fault","label":"Keyless access control unit and alarm malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11666066","quote_1_text":"KEYLESS ACCESS CONTROL UNIT PART NUMBER: 38320-T6Z-A31 The vehicle headlights came on and dash lights flashed on and off. The alarm would also go off and on. This causes the battery to drain as well","quote_2_odi":"11595856","quote_2_text":"1. Vehicle when locked arms the car alarm. When armed the car alarm is randomly and intermittently going off, and dash lights light up exactly like the system is ready to start. Vehicle is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11588724","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was not being driven, the vehicle remained running, causing the battery to drain. The contact had the vehicle jumpstarted; however, the battery failure recurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall repair parts backordered for fuel pump and camera","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11639708","quote_1_text":"The referenced Recall for my Honda Ridgeline indicates that the fuel pump is suspect for an inadequate impeller and a possible safety problem. I have been awaiting this replacement part at least 8 months and the original recall has a date of December 18, 2023","quote_2_odi":"11512857","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that the rear-view camera screen displayed a black image when the vehicle was shifted into reverse","quote_3_odi":"11622887","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump recall was issued in December 2023 and it still hasn't been repaired. It is almost a year later and when I have tried to contact the dealer and the company about the status of the recall, I don't get a response","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11722952","quote_1_text":"Truck only has 40,500 miles. Was driving down road and made a clunk noise and engine seized up and wouldn't start. There were no warning signs. I had it towed to Honda dealership","quote_2_odi":"11566865","quote_2_text":"On Approximately February 10, 2022 I hit a deer and sent my truck out for repair, I encountered a serious issue with my vehicle's engine, which was later diagnosed by Honda as a rod bearing failure which was not related to the accident which meant insurance wouldnt cover","quote_3_odi":"11634662","quote_3_text":"In July of 2023, on my way home from a 3 hour. trip, the engine light started flashing on and off and the engine would not exceed 30 mph. Just after my 2018 Honda Ridgeline's warranty expired, it had a catastrophic engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2018-transmission-judder","label":"Automatic transmission judder and rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11678753","quote_1_text":"The truck has a hard/rough shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear in an automatic transmission. No dash light indicating anything wrong with the engine or the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11610181","quote_2_text":"The power train vibrates at certain speeds (Between 23mph to 37mph) as if it doesn't know which gear it should be in. It seems like it's in a higher gear when it's at a low speed. Additionally, sometimes when at highway speed I'll get a \"transmission problem\" warning","quote_3_odi":"11322043","quote_3_text":"I HAD A TRANS LITE ON THE DASH AND OVERHEATING ISSUES IN THE (6 SPEED) TRANSMISSION AT ABOUT 61000 MILES. THE ISSUE STARTED WITH A JUDDERING VIBRATION THAT WAS REPORTED TO THE DEALER AT 39000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-backup-camera-wiring","label":"Backup camera wiring harness failure at tailgate hinge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11458956","quote_1_text":"The backup camera stopped functioning due to a wiring defect. The backup camera is installed in the tailgate and wires go between the tailgate and the body on the driver's side","quote_2_odi":"11413897","quote_2_text":"WIRING HARNESS BROKE AT TAIL GATE HINGE. HARNESS FAILS DUES TO FLEXING WHEN TAILGATE IS OPENED AND CLOSED. REAR CAMERA FAILS TO OPERATE. CAN NO LONGER TO OBJECTS OR PEDESTRIANS WHEN BACKING UP","quote_3_odi":"11491594","quote_3_text":"2019 Honda Ridgeline backup camera broke 5/2022 due to defective wiring harness at side hinge. Wires were chaffed bare, design flaw rendering camera useless. Safety compromised while backing up. Honda not receptive to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure requiring replacement","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751033","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. While the contact's husband was driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle hesitated and failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11638341","quote_2_text":"I had to replace a bank of injectors and I only had about 75000 miles on vehicle. this is a defect they should not fail so early. They are TSB and recalls on my model just not my VIN","quote_3_odi":"11601757","quote_3_text":"Emissions light came on and code read a faulty fuel injector. I see it is an extremely common issue and warranty has been extended in some states. Honda dealership tried to charge me $2,000 to replace injectors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-fuel-pump-recall-parts","label":"Fuel pump recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675850","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11607372","quote_2_text":"We started experiencing hesitation with our 2019 Ridgeline. We then experienced twice the check engine light coming on but eventually clearing on its own. We took the truck to the Honda dealer from where we purchased our Ridgeline new","quote_3_odi":"11625706","quote_3_text":"Honda issued a recall for my vehicle in Feb 2024 and I have sought to have this issue resolved since then. I have visited my local dealer from whom I purchased the vehicle over 12 times since and they have declined to put me on a list to obtain the replacement part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-hood-latch-vibration","label":"Hood latch vibration and flutter at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512804","quote_1_text":"Severe hood vibration, bouncing and shaking present at various highway speeds (55mph-65mph). VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V932000 (Structure, Latches, Locks/Linkages)","quote_2_odi":"11436871","quote_2_text":"The hood shakes, flutters, bounces, in the wind. It is very unnerving thinking hood will detach and fly up and hit windshield while driving","quote_3_odi":"11615062","quote_3_text":"I request Honda consideration of payment for hood replacement on my 2019 Ridgeline. Since I bought the truck new in 2019, the hood has fluttered alarmingly in turbulent air","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-keyless-entry-alarm","label":"Keyless entry control unit random alarm activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662051","quote_1_text":"2019 Honda Ridgeline alarm started going off at random times. This is a safety concern because it causes drain on battery and could affect vehicles ability to operate","quote_2_odi":"11639346","quote_2_text":"A failure with the \"keyless entry/TPMS control unit\" caused my alarm to go off randomly. Alarm would go off at random times, draining the battery & leaving the truck unable to be started","quote_3_odi":"11547651","quote_3_text":"There was a following problem. The car began to turn on the ignition itself. It does not matter if the keys are inside the car or far away from it. This leads to a complete discharge of the battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure and engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750643","quote_1_text":"I have an engine failure at 99k miles. The car is in pristine condition inside out. Oil changes are done every 5k miles. Without any warning, check engine light or any indication from the car's computer, the engine just failed while driving","quote_2_odi":"11744792","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine","quote_3_odi":"11618954","quote_3_text":"I am writing to bring to your attention a significant issue I have encountered with my 2019 Honda Ridgeline, which recently suffered a catastrophic engine failure from a seized connecting rod bearing, resulting in a blown engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2019-torque-converter-judder","label":"Torque converter judder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700702","quote_1_text":"(This incident report is for my replacement transmission, I have already submitted an incident report for my original transmission which also failed in the exact same manner.)","quote_2_odi":"11610880","quote_2_text":"My torque converter is failing, sputtering in 1st and 2nd gear constantly. P0741 shows up in code however my truck is not part of the INVIN 8 year 150,000 extended. I currently have 140,000 on my truck with a bad torque converter and am having to pay in full for the repair","quote_3_odi":"11532265","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Honda Ridgeline had very noticeable torque converter judder with milage in the 40k. I do not tow other than an occasional utility trailer, loaded lightly. Additionally, the vehicle was always operated in normal conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11637905","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway truck pressed brakes without any obstacles near or in front of me. This event has happened more than once as of late","quote_2_odi":"11453830","quote_2_text":"Like other Honda models being investigated, this 2020 Ridgeline also applies the automatic braking system with on vehicle directly ahead (nearest vehicle is 2 lanes over)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699942","quote_1_text":"Dealership has not completed NHTSA Recall Number24V-064 Honda dealer is saying they do not have parts to perform this recall","quote_2_odi":"11627245","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V064000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-auto-high-beam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high-beam headlights malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11407144","quote_1_text":"THE AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAM FUNCTION IS ERRATIC AND HAS SWITCHED TO HIGH WHEN ON-COMING TRAFFIC IS APPROACHING. IT ALSO SWITCHES TO LOW WHEN THERE'S NO ON-COMING TRAFFIC. THIS TYPICALLY HAPPENS DURING HIGHWAY TRAVEL","quote_2_odi":"11493152","quote_2_text":"Auto high beam feature fails to go to dim quickly enough when on coming traffic appears. Yet it will dim for white or yellow road sign reflections. The system is very unpredictable and causes people to flash me often. Recurring problem since new","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto Idle Stop system fails to restart engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11691717","quote_1_text":"While stopped at a traffic light on a state highway the idle stop did shut off the engine. When the light turned green, I released the brake, but the engine did not crank or start","quote_2_odi":"11488999","quote_2_text":"Engine fails to restart after Idle Stop engaged. Engine stops normally when brake pedal is pressed and vehicle comes to full stop. Brake pedal is then released to restart engine but the engine does not start","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-front-camera-adas-disable","label":"Front camera failure disables driver-assist systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751289","quote_1_text":"2020 Honda Ridgeline-Internal failure, multi purpose camera. Multiple lights on dashboard and codes associated with driving support system, Collision Mitigation, Braking System, Lane keeping assist system, Road departure mitigation, Transmission System error","quote_2_odi":"11674702","quote_2_text":"My Honda 2020 ridgeline has intermittent faults on the dash monitor, it displays ACC, LKAS, Collision Mitigation, High beam, lane departure warnings, and sometimes transmission problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-mirror-distortion-recall","label":"Side-view mirror distortion after recall repair","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11573967","quote_1_text":"Side view mirrors were replaced for a recall. Replacement drivers side mirror was wavy and distorted. Made me not want to use it. More dangerous to drive not wanting to use that mirror","quote_2_odi":"11531693","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V174000 (Visibility) however, following the completion of the repair, the contact became aware that the replacement side-view mirrors reflected a severely distorted image","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11716446","quote_1_text":"Connecting rod/bearing failure","quote_2_odi":"11696828","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked or while driving, there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2020-tailgate-camera-wiring-harness","label":"Rear backup camera failure from tailgate wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11534585","quote_1_text":"AT odometer reading 35870, while loading the pickup for a trip home the backup camera failed. No local dealership was open on the weekend and we were 600 miles from home","quote_2_odi":"11577701","quote_2_text":"Back camera failed and screen goes black","quote_3_odi":"11512949","quote_3_text":"The rear opening and closing of the tailgate caused a break in the wiring harness, causing the rearview camera to fail. This is due to a design flaw and identical to what has happened in the 2017-2019 models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-auto-high-beam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high beam headlight erratic operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11407040","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT EVEN WITH NO TRAFFIC AHEAD, THE AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS RARELY TURN ON. WHEN THEY DO, THEY TURN OFF ALMOST IMMEDIATELY DUE TO REFLECTIONS FROM ROAD SIGNS AND EVEN SMALL ROAD MARKERS. OCCASIONALLY, THEY'LL FAIL TO DIM IN A TIMELY FASHION OR WILL FLASH CAUSING…","quote_2_odi":"11469709","quote_2_text":"Hi-beam lights will activate for a few seconds and then turn off for about 10 seconds and continually repeat the sequence regardless of road specifics.  A few times, the headlights have flashed oncoming vehicles less than 100 feet away. I have taken the vehicle in for repair…","quote_3_odi":"11494805","quote_3_text":"The automatic high beam functionality, and it is available for inspection 2) Safety of others is out at risk, as the automatic high beams will turn on even if an incoming car is detected, and in most cases will flash off and on automatically with oncoming traffic, resulting in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle stop failure to restart engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11497195","quote_1_text":"The auto start/stop function fails to restart the truck after stopping.  I has in the middle of an intersection waiting to turn left.   The auto stop turned off the engine.  When I let go of the brake the truck failed to restart.  I was stuck in the middle of the intersection…","quote_2_odi":"11754528","quote_2_text":"As I came to a stop at the light, the truck entered the Auto Idle Stop.  When the light turned green and it was time to accelerate, I released my foot off of the brake and the engine stopped. It cut out right there.  Warning lights came on and I had to restart the engine by…","quote_3_odi":"11622518","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS EQUIPE WITH A IDLE STOP START ASSITANT AND IN 3 OCASIONS DID NOT RESTAR THE VEHICLE AFTER STOPING ON A RED LIGHT, I HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARKING AND THEN TRY TO RE-START THE VEHICLE TRIYING 1 OR 2 TIME UNTIL STARTS UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-backup-camera-failure-recall","label":"Backup camera failure and recall part unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11575317","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera failed. Only shows a black screen, same symptoms of the 2017-2020 Honda Ridgeline recall. Contacted Honda and was told it wasn’t covered and to pay to get it fixed. 2021 Ridgeline with 47,000 miles. I’m aware NHTSA has received 27 other complaints as well based…","quote_2_odi":"11619957","quote_2_text":"The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that occasionally while in reverse, the reverse camera image display would flicker a distorted image","quote_3_odi":"11575571","quote_3_text":"3/4/2024.  Backup camera failure.  Black screen.  Located broken wires in wiring harness.  Same location as those in earlier recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-engine-limp-mode-cold-highway","label":"Engine limp mode after highway driving in cold weather","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11449572","quote_1_text":"After driving on highway for an hour and a half at 80mph, I exited the highway and as soon as I pulled onto a secondary road the check engine light started flashing and the engine was hesitating with little to no power and poor shifting. I limped it to safe place to pull over","quote_2_odi":"11456074","quote_2_text":"Upon exiting or entering the highway, the truck loses power and will not accelerate. This happens after multiple hours of highway driving and seems to only happen when the temperature is near or below freezing.  The Check Engine Light (CEL) comes on and is flashing.  This has…","quote_3_odi":"11498322","quote_3_text":"When driving at 70mph for a couple of hours and exiting the freeway, the truck will go into limp mode and won’t accelerate. This only happens when it’s very cold, less than 10 degrees Fahrenheit both times it happened to me. The engine service light will start to flash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11695599","quote_1_text":"I began to hear a knocking noise at 2500 to 3500 rpms and I immediately took my vehicle to the dealer who confirmed rod bearing damage","quote_2_odi":"11703807","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving 55 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and made an abnormal knocking sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where…","quote_3_odi":"11638882","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment while accelerating and there was a loud popping sound coming from the engine compartment shortly afterwards. The low oil level warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-forward-collision-false-warnings","label":"Forward collision system false warnings and unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11418436","quote_1_text":"I have a 2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport equipped with CMBS an automatic braking system that is supposed to be a safety feature, but actually makes the car more dangerous.   The problem with the Ridgeline Sport collision mitigation braking system is that it attempts to mitigate…","quote_2_odi":"11583549","quote_2_text":"While driving on a 4 lane road with a passing lane the automatic emergency braking system started slowing the vehicle down for a vehicle in the left hand turning lane. It was not directly in front of me.  The warning tone and BRAKE flashing alarm come on frequently when driving…","quote_3_odi":"11686830","quote_3_text":"The forward collision system frequently goes off from a vehicle simply driving in their lane normally. The truck alarms, shakes the wheel, and sometimes brakes automatically. This is alarming for my kids riding in the car and the braking is dangerous for cars behind me. This…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2021-multipurpose-camera-failure","label":"Multipurpose camera unit internal electronic failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11694352","quote_1_text":"The Multipurpose Camera had an Internal Electronic Failure. Indications we all of the warning lights were illuminated on my dash. Initially it began when I had about 43, 400 miles on my truck. The warning lights would all remail lighted on starting the vehicle. I could restart…","quote_2_odi":"11636846","quote_2_text":"Dealer scanned the vehicle with a code U300-40 Multipurpose Camera Unit/Millimeter Wave Radar Internal Electronic Failure, and diagnosed a failure of the multipurpose camera, which was then replaced and recalibrated. I have retained the failed unit after paying to have the…","quote_3_odi":"11750429","quote_3_text":"My 2021 Honda Ridgeline Sport experienced failure of the forward-facing Honda Sensing camera system. This camera controls safety features including Collision Mitigation Braking, Lane Keeping Assist, and Adaptive Cruise Control. The failure disables safety assistance features","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-auto-highbeam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high beam system malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11489044","quote_1_text":"Purchased a new Honda RTL-E Ridgeline 3 days ago... Traded in a 2017.. Both  have auto high beam feature.. The 2022 is erratic, at times fails to operate (engage the high beams even after surpassing the 45 MPH cut in speed. In addition to that, the high beams fail to remain on…","quote_2_odi":"11514598","quote_2_text":"The automatic high/low beams do not work properly.  The do not go to high beam when they are suppose to and they do not dim when they are suppose to.  Any reflective device along the road will cause them to either dim or brighten.  When an approaching vehicle is coming toward me…","quote_3_odi":"11566106","quote_3_text":"The auto headlight dimming is not functioning properly and blinds oncoming traffic quite frequently.  This seems to be a known issue when investigated.  It is a feature sold with the vehicle as standard equipment on this trim level.  It is marketed as a convenience to assist…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-auto-idle-stop-restart-failure","label":"Auto idle-stop failure to restart at traffic stop","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11497942","quote_1_text":"When stopped at a red light and idle engine auto-stop engaged the vehicle displayed battery warning light and a “Shift to Park” message on display. Vehicle had to be shifted into park and restarted manually before it could move","quote_2_odi":"11558669","quote_2_text":"Was stopped at a traffic light and idle-stop had engaged.  Released brake and vehicle failed to restart.  Multiple attempts to restart before it actually started.  Many dash indicators were lit, but I was too frantic to notice which.  Was in heavy traffic and it was very…","quote_3_odi":"11752035","quote_3_text":"My Honda Ridgeline 2022 stalled out at a red light in [XXX] on XXX and ,in [XXX]  cross-section also on XXX.  It again stalled  Exit [XXX]  at  the red-light stop on XXX.    I took the truck to Dover Hona Dealer down here in [XXX]. They said 'they tested…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-engine-power-loss-cold","label":"Engine power loss and flashing CEL after highway driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11499262","quote_1_text":"Driving on interstate in 10 degree F weather. Exited interstate on exit ramp. Stopped at end of ramp. Light turned green so I accelerated and the check-engine-light began flashing, engine shook a little bit, and I could no longer drive over 30mph. Multiple people behind me…","quote_2_odi":"11568608","quote_2_text":"While taking an exit ramp to a different interstate I slowed down before the turn and then, when accelerating to merge onto the other interstate, my Ridgeline \"check engine\" light began flashing and the vehicle began to limp along at a maximum speed of ~40MPH","quote_3_odi":"11639554","quote_3_text":"Vehicle goes into limp mode, limited power, flashing check engine light This happens after extended period on highway (hour or more) below 20 degrees F.   When you exit highway and come to a stop.  All good as soon as you try to accelerate CEL starts flashing and I have reduced…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-engine-power-loss-highway-cruise","label":"Engine power loss at highway cruising speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646067","quote_1_text":"The truck has had ~6 occurrences since purchased where the engine briefly loses power in highway cruising speeds between ~50 and 75mph At first we thought it was a safety feature or governor on the truck – or a malfunctioning of the Auto-idle","quote_2_odi":"11629400","quote_2_text":"This week it occurred (Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024) on I95 in Virginia when going down hill at approximately 70 mph. The engine ceased without warning and the steering and brake pedal began to freeze up when I had eased off the gas to coast briefly down hill","quote_3_odi":"11623503","quote_3_text":"I was changing lanes at about 75 MPH, and the tachometer dropped to zero despite my further depressing the accelerator. I took my foot off and again depressed the accelerator and the engine reengaged. I have not had the dealer look at this yet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714573","quote_1_text":"My engine seized up at only around 74,859 miles. As I was driving it immediately seized up on the roadway causing a hazardous condition. There was no check engine light on to warn me. I had the vehicle towed to dealership and had them inspect the vehicle and take the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11711572","quote_2_text":"After 3 miles, the CEL flashed and displayed code P0303 cylinder 3 misfire.  I pulled to the side of the busy interstate I was on and turned the vehicle off.  When I restarted the engine, a heard a rattling sound and turned it off.  I then called the dealer and asked me to have…","quote_3_odi":"11633676","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine was abnormally loud before the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that the sound was extremely loud like the rod bearings were banging together. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-fcw-aeb-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and AEB false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11457462","quote_1_text":"I bought a new 2022 Honda Ridgeline RTL-E February 2022. Drove it 100 miles and was driving down the road 40 mph with no one in front or behind. The brake warning light came on and the ABS locked up. The dash lit up and said \"Collision Mitigation System Problem\"","quote_2_odi":"11490860","quote_2_text":"The Honda Sense forward facing radar that causes the dash to show BRAKE and also brake on your behalf is poorly implemented and comes on in varying conditions... from two lane roads to no cars on the road at all.  I live in an area with many two way windy roads and any car…","quote_3_odi":"11454265","quote_3_text":"Came up to a turn light, it was green. Went to make the turn and the vehicle slammed on the brakes. No car in front of me. Car behind me had to swerve to avoid hitting me because the car stopped so quickly. Lacerations to my neck from the seatbelt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2022-wireless-charger-inoperative","label":"Factory wireless phone charger inoperative","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11463748","quote_1_text":"The wireless charging pad does not work properly. I’ve tested with 3 different Apple iPhones and they will start to charge for a few seconds, then it will stop changing. Sometimes it will resume charging for a few seconds and then stop again","quote_2_odi":"11490411","quote_2_text":"Honda Wireless Charger does not work. I took it to the dealer, and the dealer confirmed it was not working and that Honda knows that this is an issue. This truck was bought new from the dealer and Honda knew this is an issue","quote_3_odi":"11448094","quote_3_text":"The wireless charging pad does not work, no matter what position the phone is. I have tried with the case off, so that's not the issue. And I've also tried multiple phones.  It pretends to power on and start charging but then it stops in less than a minute, even WITHOUT driving…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation while driving","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684663","quote_1_text":"The collision breaking will fire off automatically in situations where you’re going around a curve and there’s a car coming in the opposite direction. The truck will see the other car and slam on the brakes even though everybody’s in the correct lane it’s terribly dangerous…","quote_2_odi":"11577806","quote_2_text":"On more than one occasion, the Forward Collision Warning System and Emergency Braking System on my 2023 Honda Ridgeline activated when there was no obstacle.  These incidents have occurred since new.  Normally, the false activation causes my vehicle to flash the \"brake\" warning…","quote_3_odi":"11682481","quote_3_text":"I was leaving a place of business crossing a four lane undivided road legally to make a left turn. There was an oncoming car (at an unknown speed) in the lane I was crossing approaching rapidly.  I just needed to accelerate lightly to be clear. The collision braking system…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-auto-high-beam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high beam erratic activation and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11499689","quote_1_text":"Auto high beam headlights do not function  properly.  The high beams will turn on or will not turn off high beams when approaching another vehicle. High beams will turn off when the system sees another light source, such as a pole light, several hundred feet off the road","quote_2_odi":"11640129","quote_2_text":"The automatic headlight dimming function has not worked properly since purchasing. The automatic function is very erratic. The lights will not automatically brighten when on a really dark road, and at times have switched to high beam within 100 feet of meeting another vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11725431","quote_3_text":"Driver side Headlight assembly filling with a lot of water when driving in wet conditions. Headlight has a significant amount of water and condensation inside. It is very noticeable. I can see a slight difference in positioning of the driver side headlamp vs the passenger side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-auto-idle-stop-stall","label":"Auto idle stop failure and engine stall at intersections","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755943","quote_1_text":"While stopped at a traffic light the Auto-Stop feature activates.  When the light changes and I attempt to move, the vehicle enters \"cuts off\" and the dash board directs me to shift to Park or to step on the brake to restart the engine.  It take multiple attempts but then it…","quote_2_odi":"11750970","quote_2_text":"On about 5 occasions, and at a stop light, the auto stop did not re-engage when I attempted to move forward. The first time it happened I only had about 28k miles on it and I was making a left at a light in [XXX].    On another occasion, about 7 months ago, I was driving in…","quote_3_odi":"11644702","quote_3_text":"While driving a slow speeds will stall. It has a stalled in the middle of an intersection almost causing us to get T-boned. The last time this happen I was driving in a shopping center going around 5 mph and it has stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure and connecting rod knock","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739084","quote_1_text":"The connecting rod bearing in cylinder one broke causing catastrophic engine failure. It has been inspected by a Honda dealer. The check engine light started flashing after the rod broke making me lose power in the vehicle at an intersection","quote_2_odi":"11704454","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was inspected and determined that there…","quote_3_odi":"11667664","quote_3_text":"Engine knock noticed right after oil change, prominent metal on metal sound under load, it’s more pronounced and easier to hear at low speeds. The vehicle only has 34,000 miles and 2 years old. Took to Honda Dealership in Staunton VA(Valley CMA Honda) and they are still…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-engine-power-loss-cold","label":"Engine power loss and limp mode after highway driving","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11567500","quote_1_text":"I drop 68mph for 70 miles, stopped to make a left turn, and when accelerating through the turn, the blinking orange check engine light came on and the vehicle would not accelerate beyond about 35 mph.  I was towed to the nearest dealership from the location of the incident…","quote_2_odi":"11578583","quote_2_text":"I was driving 2 hours on highway trip (65mph) using cruise control.  (20 degrees, light flurries, dry road, windy.)  I then slowed to make left turn from the center turn lane.  While beginning to cross oncoming lane while making the left turn, the vehicle suddenly lost power and…","quote_3_odi":"11557739","quote_3_text":"Loss of motive power.  Temperature 35 f.  Exited interstate after 2 hours of 70 mph.  Upon exit, check engine light began flashing and power was diminished severely.  After shutting vehicle down and letting it cool, it was normal.  Dealer was unable to replicate the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-passenger-door-latch-egress","label":"Front passenger door interior handle failure inhibiting egress","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527176","quote_1_text":"when you use the POWER lock button on either side of the vehicle to lock all the doors. On the driver's side, you can open the door using the handle without issue. On the front passenger side, when pulling the handle ( to open the door), the handle moves a bit, then is…","quote_2_odi":"11538284","quote_2_text":"We purchased our new 2023 Ridgeline RTL-E 4 six months ago and always noticed that the passenger inside door handle wouldn’t open the door unless we pushed the unlock button, the driver’s door works normally. We thought this might be a new safety thing until we tried to manually…","quote_3_odi":"11642464","quote_3_text":"Inner door handles on the driver and passenger side front doors intermittently get stuck and require me to hit the unlock button to operate or require significant force to pull open hindering safe egress. Problem was reproduced by service technician and advisor when picking up…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable for 24V321000","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624979","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was…","quote_2_odi":"11612293","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2023-steering-rack-tie-rod","label":"Steering rack and tie rod premature wear or failure","component_code":"STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY, SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740685","quote_1_text":"At approximately 31,800 miles, my 2023 Honda Ridgeline failed Massachusetts state inspection due to excessive play in the steering rack. A Honda dealership technician confirmed the steering rack and both inner and outer tie rods required replacement. This vehicle is the same…","quote_2_odi":"11736739","quote_2_text":"At roughly 20,000 miles, I began to notice a slight rattle/clucking sound from the front end of the vehicle on gravel surfaces. The issue gradually became more noticeable and upon owner inspection, inner tie rods had noticeable play. Independent shop (Frantz Automotive, Cary…","quote_3_odi":"11676500","quote_3_text":"Inner tie rods unnaturally worn. Steering was loose. Internal play in the rack Steering Gearbox, Electric Power Steering needed replacement Honda stated this was similar to manufacturing problems they had with Civics but that Ridgeline was not part of the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2024-auto-high-beam","label":"Automatic high beam malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11626669","quote_1_text":"Automatic high beam feature works erratically, randomly flashing high beams, failure to dim high beams for oncoming traffic or when following traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11680270","quote_2_text":"Auto-dimming headlights do not work properly, not always dimming for oncoming traffic, and/or randomly switching between high and low beams without cause. This blinds and confuses oncoming traffic.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2024-cmbs-false-activation","label":"Collision mitigation braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11662965","quote_1_text":"Experiencing numerous false error warnings from Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) when meeting oncoming vehicles on straight or slightly curving two lane roads…","quote_2_odi":"11619917","quote_2_text":"While traveling at the posted speed, the automatic emergency braking system applied the brakes without any vehicle in front of us. The speed limit on this particular road is 50 miles per hour…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2024-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11689621","quote_1_text":"I was driving alone on US-HWY 45 in Chunchula, AL......I heard the loudest noise ever sounded like a high power rifle blast in my ear then I was showered with glass. The sunroof exploded…","quote_2_odi":"11685903","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, there was an extremely loud banging noise detected, and the sunroof exploded upward and outward without warning or impact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2024-recall-parts-availability","label":"Back over prevention recall repair parts availability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11624747","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…","quote_2_odi":"11589610","quote_2_text":"The contact recently purchased a 2024 Honda Ridgeline. The contact was informed by the dealer that the vehicle could not be delivered to due to NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V321000 (Back Over Prevention) not being performed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2024-stall-at-idle","label":"Engine stall at idle and auto stop-start shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11708199","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has stalled after being stopped at red light. Does not occur all the time. Only when in idle mode.","quote_2_odi":"11706550","quote_2_text":"Auto Start/Stop Malfunction. On two occasions the Auto start/stop has shut the engine off at a stop light and after releasing the brake the vehicle went completely dead. Dashboard/radio and all electronics dead…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2025-ais-restart-failure","label":"Auto Idle Stop fails to restart engine after stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755400","quote_1_text":"My Honda Ridgeline has experienced a dangerous malfunction involving the Auto Idle Stop system. When the vehicle comes to a stop, the system automatically shuts off the engine as designed to conserve fuel","quote_2_odi":"11749522","quote_2_text":"No restart after auto start/stop engaged. The engine failed to restart on its own from a complete stop at a traffic light and road intersection with the auto start/stop function engaged","quote_3_odi":"11706842","quote_3_text":"My auto idle start has failed on approximately four occasions, initially on 01/29/25, and on three subsequent occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2025-auto-high-beam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high beam and headlight dimming malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695394","quote_1_text":"Automatic high beam function: Does not work properly, most road signs turn the high beams off, sometimes the high beams turn back on when another car is approaching","quote_2_odi":"11628504","quote_2_text":"The 2020 et seq Honda Ridgeline includes a flawed and wholly unsafe Automatic High Beam function. This has been well documented for years by owners across various mediums","quote_3_odi":"11686186","quote_3_text":"Automatic headlight dimming system malfunctioning. Headlights randomly activate to high beams and dim under all low light conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2025-cabin-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into cabin floor area","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745187","quote_1_text":"Truck has been leaking water inside evertime it rains","quote_2_odi":"11731713","quote_2_text":"I recently purchased a certified pre-owned 2025 Honda Ridgeline with 5000 miles, and within just one week of ownership, The carpet under the rear seat is completely soaked with water, clearly indicating an active leak inside the cabin","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2025-forward-collision-false-alert","label":"Forward collision warning and CMBS false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738982","quote_1_text":"The Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) repeatedly has applied breaks under both highway and non-highwaty road conditions when there was no vehicle or presence of other risk factors that should have caused the system to activate","quote_2_odi":"11669082","quote_2_text":"Collision mitigation brake system vibrates steering wheel,flashes brake, sounds alarm every time a car approaches in opposite lane on curves and often for no traffic at all","quote_3_odi":"11686861","quote_3_text":"Forward collision warning alarms when oncoming vehicle is recognized. This happens at least 3 times every time I drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Honda","make_slug":"honda","model":"Ridgeline","model_slug":"ridgeline","cluster_id":"ridgeline-2025-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft or spongy brake pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755721","quote_1_text":"2025 Ridgeline. Brake pedal sinks when engine started. Brake pedal sinks below the footrest","quote_2_odi":"11683529","quote_2_text":"1. Soft / Spongy Brakes. Brake pedal depresses 1/3 - 1/2 way to the floor before the brakes grab. I had one close call hard stop incident, and now I allow extra car lengths for safety","quote_3_odi":"11699479","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has 10,800 miles on it, and it is 1 year old. About 1 month ago, the brakes started feeling spongy, and I also noticed a delay in the brake pad returning to its initial position after it had been depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/honda/ridgeline","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/honda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11436585","quote_1_text":"The air bags randomly stopped working. I was not in a collision or near anything that would have made my air bags deploy or stop working. I have two air bag lights that are staying on to let me know that the airbags are not working","quote_2_odi":"10475792","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY WHETHER A PERSON WAS OCCUPYING THE SEAT OR NOT","quote_3_odi":"11713337","quote_3_text":"The airbags failed to deploy in my 2012 car accident. I suffered facial injuries from hitting my face on the dashboard. I got a broken nose, c2 neck fracture and skull fracture","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2010-brake-light-switch","label":"Brake lights failing to illuminate","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10759642","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL OPERATING SPEED, I WAS ALERTED BY ANOTHER MOTORIST THAT MY BRAKE LIGHTS WEREN'T WORKING. I REPLACED THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH AND THAT FIXED THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10511849","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS STOPPED IN A LINE OF CARS TO DROP MY DAUGHTER OFF AT SCHOOL A WOMAN TAPPED ON MY WINDOW AND TOLD ME THAT I HAVE NO BRAKE LIGHTS AND THAT SHE ALMOST REAR-ENDED ME BECAUSE OF IT","quote_3_odi":"10534730","quote_3_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING. APPEARS TO BE PROBLEM WITH BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WHICH HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR OTHER YEAR MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2010-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10468751","quote_1_text":"I WAS APPROACHING A LINE OF CARS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND IT WAS RAINING. WHEN I APPLIED MY BRAKES THE REAR WHEELS OF MY ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED AND THE REAR WHEELS LOCKED UP. I SLID OUT OF CONTROL INTO THE REAR OF THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"10462954","quote_2_text":"FROM THE DAY I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE (MAY 21,12) EACH AND EVERY MORNING WHEN I FIRST APPLY THE BRAKES THEY LOCK UP. IT SO FAR HAS NEVER HAPPENED ANY OTHER TIME. IT HAS BEEN CHECKED BY DEALER AND NO PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN FOUND","quote_3_odi":"10384307","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SLOW DOWN, THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A BUMP AND WOULD NOT STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER THREE TIMES BUT THE DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2010-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or failing while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11153626","quote_1_text":"CAR STOPPED RUNNING. TIMING BELT BROKE RESULTING IN RUINED ENGINE REQUIRING FULL ENGINE REPLACEMENT. MILEAGE WAS 63K","quote_2_odi":"10930117","quote_2_text":"THE IGNITION CABLES AND SPARK PLUGS ARE FAULTY AND HAD TO BE REPLACED JUST AFTER 60,000 MILES. I WAS DRIVING AND SUDDENLY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED FLASHING, MY CAR WAS SHAKING, AND NOT SHIFTING PAST FIRST GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10639480","quote_3_text":"CAR JUST LOST POWER WHILE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC GOING 10 MILES AN HOUR. HAD TO PUT IN PARK AND RESTART IT, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2010-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor detaching or falling into driver's view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11196982","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR FELL AND HIT MY HEAD WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON ROAD.. IT WAS HANGING THERE AND I COULDN'T SEE FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS UNTIL I HAD TO JUST HOLD IT UP WITH MY HAND UNTIL I GOT HOME AND COULD GET A SCISSORS TO CUT THE CORD THAT KEPT IT HANGING IN MY FACE","quote_2_odi":"10872635","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR FELL OFF (BY ITSELF) AND OBSTRUCTED VIEW NEARLY CAUSING COLLISION AT 65MPH. NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS! WHEN WILL SOMETHING BE DONE?","quote_3_odi":"10609994","quote_3_text":"SUN VISOR BROKE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. THE POST FELL OUT AND IS DANGLING BY THE CABLE. THE LIP ON THE POST THAT HOLDS IN PLACE CRUMBLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11324093","quote_1_text":"AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY AFTER GETTING HIT IN THE FRONT END. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10575181","quote_2_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 1:00AM, THE CAR SLID ON ICE GOING 35MPH, HITTING A SIDEWALK AND A STEEL GATE. BOTH INDIVIDUALS IN THE CAR BLACKED OUT HEAD ON DASHBOARD, NO AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED FROM EITHER THE DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. ONCE THE POLICE CAME 2MINUTES LATER. BOTH INDIVIDUALS","quote_3_odi":"10531981","quote_3_text":"I MERGED ON TO THE FREEWAY ON RAMP INCREASING MY SPEED AS NORMAL. WITNESS STATES I WAS DRIVING IN THE CENTER OF THE STREET. ALL OF A SUDDEN MY VEHICLE LOST TRACTION AND STARTING SWERVING RIGHT AND LEFT AS IF A TIRE HAD BLOWN OUT. I TRY TO GET CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BY LETTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2011-brake-light-switch-defect","label":"Brake light switch failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11755267","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is subject to Safety Recall 13V-113 (Campaign 131) for problems relating to the brake light switch. The recall repair was attempted in 2016 but the defect has recurred (current symptoms include but is not limited to: brake lights sporadically staying on with car off,","quote_2_odi":"10810863","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING TO HAVE THE VEHICLE REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V566000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2011-ignition-coil-failure","label":"Ignition coil failure and engine misfire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11241999","quote_1_text":"MY 2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT HAS A PERSISTENT PROBLEM WITH IGNITION COIL FAILURE LIKE OTHER COMPLAINTS FOUND ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE EVERY IGNITION COIL. THE FIRST WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS UNDER WARRANTY, ALL OTHERS AFTER THE WARRANTY EXPIRED AT COST OF OVER $1000","quote_2_odi":"10790459","quote_2_text":"SINCE 2012 ONE YEAR AFTER THE PURCHASE COILS BEGAN BURNING OUT CAR KEPT STALLING ON THE HIGHWAY, CONTINUED ON 9/18/12, 9/24/12. 2/18/13. 2/17/13. 5/17/13. 1/21/14,1/29/14, 4/3/14, 4/8/14, 12/31/14 TWICE THE LATTER REQUIRED REPLACEMENT OF ALL THREE BELTS AND IGNITION COILS PLEASE","quote_3_odi":"10639367","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE COIL PACKS ON MY 2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT 3 TIMES SO FAR AND YESTERDAY THEY WENT OUT AGAIN. MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, CAR STARTED RUNNING ROUGH AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PROPERLY. I WENT TO THE AUTO REPAIR CENTER AND THEY ADVISED THAT THE COILS WERE BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2011-steering-wheel-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11530108","quote_1_text":"Key ignition locked, key would not turn and steering wheel locked while driving. Previously checked by Auto nation hyundai in Savannah, GA. They could not get it to lock up. Drove a few weeks and it locked up again while driving and would not unlock. Hyundai could not get it","quote_2_odi":"10732991","quote_2_text":"MY STEERING WHEEL BECAME LOOSE AND BEGAN TO RATTLE VERY LOUDLY PARTICULARLY GOING OVER A ROUGH SURFACE. IT SEEMS TO GETTING WORST. THERE IS RECALL FOR STEERING PROBLEMS IN THE 2011 SONATA BUT THE COMPANY SAID MY VIN NUMBER IS NOT ONE OF THEM. FROM EVERYTHING I HAVE READ THIS IS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2011-sudden-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle control failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11162543","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT. AS THE CONTACT BEGAN TO DRIVE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNCONTROLLABLY TO 50 MPH WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MOVED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO NEUTRAL AND POWERED OFF THE ENGINE TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED ONTO THE CURB AND","quote_2_odi":"10648643","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO GET ON XPRESSWAY GOING THIRTY FIVE MILES AN HOUR ALL AT ONCE I HAD NO GAS PEBBLE THERE WAS NOTHING LUCKY I COULD PULL OVER ON THE SIDE ALL I HAS WAS A BREAK IF I HAD GOT ON THE INTERSTATE WITH CARS TRAVELING 70 AND 80 MILES HOUR I WOULD HAVE BEEN DEAD WITH TWO","quote_3_odi":"10386464","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2011 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE IDLING WITH THEIR FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE ENGINE EXHIBITED AN ABNORMALLY HIGH INCREASE IN RPMS AND BECAME EXTREMELY LOUD. THE VEHICLE THEN BEGAN TO CREEP FORWARD UNUSUALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10871283","quote_1_text":"MY SON IN LAW, DAUGHTER, SON, & GRANDSON WERE DRIVING IN THE RAIN & THE CAR HYDROPLANED CAUSING THE CAR TO GO OFF THE ROAD & HITTING A TREE KILLING MY SON IN LAW & SERIOUSLY INJURING MY SON","quote_2_odi":"10837597","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. MY WIFE WAS SIDESWIPED BY A HIT AND RUN DRIVER AND RAN OFF THE ROAD ONTO A ROUGH VACANT FIELD. AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY AND SHE HIT HER HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND SUFFERED A SKULL FRACTURE","quote_3_odi":"11351696","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, WHEN A DEER RAN INTO HER LANE AND SHE RAN INTO IT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-brake-fluid-recall-delay","label":"Brake fluid leak recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11675635","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11580686","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11602480","quote_3_text":"Hyundai's current handling of recall 251 is inadequate, posing significant danger to drivers and passengers. Hyundai's remedy for Recall 251 replaces ABS fuse with a lower amperage fuse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11288869","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND NOTICED FLAMES UNDER THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11142194","quote_2_text":"ON AUGUST 5TH AFTER A 20 MINUTE DRIVE MY CAR WAS PARKED IN A FRIENDS DRIVEWAY. MOMENTS AFTER EXITING THE VEHICLE THE ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. THERE WERE NO PREVIOUS ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"11645116","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that after the vehicle was occupied and parked in the residence, the contact started the vehicle to let the engine warm up went inside his home then returned outside from his home and noticed the engine was burning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-engine-knock-rod-bearing","label":"Engine knocking, rod bearing failure, oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11740739","quote_1_text":"While traveling at highway speeds on [XXX] with three passengers, the vehicle suddenly suffered a catastrophic internal engine failure (severe rod knock), forcing an emergency deceleration in active traffic that put all occupants at risk of a rear-end collision","quote_2_odi":"11555049","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil with the oil warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11062755","quote_3_text":"AT ABOUT 80,000 MILES, THE VEHICLE STARTED MAKING A LOUD AND CONSTANT KNOCKING SOUND IN THE ENGINE. THE HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT DETERMINED THAT: \"INTERNAL RODS ARE MAKING KNOCKING SOUND - ENGINE MUST BE REPLACED.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering (EPS) failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11445038","quote_1_text":"The electric power steering (EPS) system in my Hyundai Accent 2012 5-door hatchback intermittently stops and starts working, and when it does not work, a dashboard red EPS light comes on","quote_2_odi":"10425707","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR IN A 25 MPH SPEED LIMIT SCHOOL ZONE, MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO CONTROL MY CAR ON WHAT COINCIDENTALLY WAS A CURVY ROAD AFTER HAVING JUST MADE A RIGHT TURN","quote_3_odi":"11623825","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH and turning to the right, the steering wheel became difficult to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-tire-failure-no-spare","label":"Tire failure and missing spare tire","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10441470","quote_1_text":"I WAS TURNING A CORNER GOING TO WORK AND THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE POPPED. I CALLED THE ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE TO COME TAKE CARE OF THE VEHICLE. ONLY TO LEARN THAT THERE WAS NO SPARE TIRE, WHEN I SPECIFICALLY ASKED THE SALESPERSON IF THERE WAS ONE HE STATED YES","quote_2_odi":"10491811","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT EQUIPPED WITH KUMHO ECSTA ASX TIRES, SIZE 195-50-R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH OVER A RAILROAD TRACK, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10450198","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT 5 DOOR 03/02/21012 AND DISCOVERED AFTER THE PURCHASE THERE WAS NO SPARE TIRE JUST A REPAIR KIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and stuck accelerator pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11193719","quote_1_text":"ON SATURDAY MARCH 23, 2019 I WAS DRIVING MY 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS TRAVELING IN THE LEFT HAND LANE, ON CRUISE CONTROL, GOING ABOUT 73 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10605008","quote_2_text":"WE PURCHASED A 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT ON OCTOBER 19, 2011. FROM THE VERY FIRST DAY WE STARTED HAVING ISSUES WHERE THE BRAKES WOULD NOT BRAKE AT TIMES AND WOULD HAVE BOUTS OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"11289062","quote_3_text":"THROUGHOUT NOVEMBER 2019, MY 2012 HYUNDAI ACCENT HATCHBACK WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION( VIN [XXX] ) HAS BEEN EXPERIENCING UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2013-airbags-failed-to-deploy","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11111223","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN THE STOP LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE SPUN AND COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD, NECK","quote_2_odi":"10556796","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON OCTOBER 14, 2013 WHERE I STRUCK A DEER HEAD ON AT 50MPH AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WROTE TO HYUNDAI AND COMPLAINED, AND AFTER THEIR \"INVESTIGATION\", THEY DETERMINED THAT I WAS NOT ENTITLED TO ANY ASSISTANCE","quote_3_odi":"10903354","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2013-brake-fluid-leak-fire-recall","label":"Brake fluid leak and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11757677","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop as intended while the brake pedal was fully depressed. The brake warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11593470","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a pedestrian informed her that the vehicle was on fire. The contact saw smoke coming from under the hood. The contact exited the vehicle and an individual with a tow truck approached her with his fire extinguisher","quote_3_odi":"11562330","quote_3_text":"No brake fluid reaching front brake calipers. Technician said it was due to a faulty ABS. Dealership won’t further diagnose and see if it is related to NHTSA Recall Number 23V651000. Front brakes would lock up when moderate pressure applied to brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2013-engine-knock-oil-consumption","label":"Engine knocking, oil consumption, premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11694030","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Hyundai Accent with 130K miles is experiencing excessive oil consumption. I'm replacing 1.5+ quarts per month to keep it at the full mark on the dipstick. After some research, it appears that lawsuits and Technical Service Bulletins have been issued to address the","quote_2_odi":"11498060","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle before the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated, and the check oil light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent","quote_3_odi":"11484901","quote_3_text":"Engine consumes oil which if left unchecked could lead to engine failure. It is well documented that many Hyundai models are experiencing excessive oil consumption. My daughter's vehicle fortunately warned through the oil pressure light that there was an issue. Back in Dec 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2013-kumho-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Sidewall bubbling on original-equipment Kumho tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10597849","quote_1_text":"I HAVE KUMHO SOLUS KH25 TIRES WITH SEVERAL BUBBLES IN (3) OF MY TIRES..MY CAR IS LESS THAN TWO YEARS OLD..WITH A LITTLE OVER 22,500 MILES.THE FIRST BUBBLE I NOTICE, WAS AT MY FIRST SCHEDULED SERVICE..THE DEALER KEEPS TELLING ME ..THAT BECAUSE I HAVE LOW PROFILE TIRES..I WILL BE","quote_2_odi":"10650343","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS A 2013 HYUNDAI WHICH CAME WITH KUHMO SOLUS TIRES... THE TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AFTER A YEAR AND A HALF, BECAUSE ALL FOUR TIRES HAD MULTIPLE BUBBLES ON EACH ONE.. COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER MORE THAN (4) TIMES, TO NO AVAIL","quote_3_odi":"10669490","quote_3_text":"I ALSO PURCHASED A 2013 HYUNDAI ACCENT BRAND NEW LESS THAN ONE YEAR LATER HAD 15000 MILES ON IT AND HAD TO REPLACE ALL 4 KUHMO TIRES BECAUSE THEY ALL HAD BUBBLES IN THEM CONTACTED HYUNDAI THEY DID NOT CARE AND DID NOTHING FOR ME!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11404934","quote_1_text":"AIRBAGS DIDN'T GO OFF IN A SERIOUS CRASH. HIT A DITCH GOING 40MPH AND ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES*DT*DT","quote_2_odi":"11074379","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ONE MORNING I HIT A PATCH OF ICE GOING 35MPH IN A 40MPH ZONE. UPON HITTING THE ICE MY CAR SWERVED AND I OVERCORRECTED, CAUSING THE CAR TO JERK OFF OF THE ROAD AND FLIP ONTO ITS TOP, ALL WHILE TAKING OUT A TELEPHONE POLE IN THE PROCESS","quote_3_odi":"10940126","quote_3_text":"AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH INTO MEDIAN BARRIER ON A HIGHWAY. SPEED AT ABOUT 50 MPH, WITH A FRONT/SIDE IMPACT, AFTER SPINNING ON ICY ROADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-brake-recall-fire","label":"Brake fluid leak recall parts delay and underhood fire","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11617236","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving, the drive stick shift failed to change gears from first gear. The drive stick shift became abnormally stuck when depressing the brake pedal and attempting to shift gears","quote_2_odi":"11602644","quote_2_text":"The contact's father owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11566453","quote_3_text":"September 22, 2023 recall notice. Told to park outside. Four months later, there has been no remedy. This is too long to require owners to park cars outside due to fire hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-oil-consumption-rod-bearing","label":"Excessive oil consumption and rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11441064","quote_1_text":"After 86,000 miles, the oil consumption per week are 1 quart of gallon. And smell weird","quote_2_odi":"11437158","quote_2_text":"The engine started burning oil at about 105,000 miles, despite it never missing an oil change and never abused","quote_3_odi":"11503436","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a knocking and ticking noise coming from the engine compartment with the check engine warning light constantly illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-seat-belt-unbuckling","label":"Driver seat belt releases or fails while driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11623903","quote_1_text":"Driving on city & highway, driver side selt belt will release itself multiple times. On a daily drive to work 12 miles at least 2-3 times!","quote_2_odi":"11484545","quote_2_text":"The seatbelt unbuckles on its own when driving. It is happening each time my husband or I drive the vehicle. I’m concerned that the seatbelt will unbuckle in case of a collision","quote_3_odi":"11513933","quote_3_text":"The driver's seat belt unbuckles randomly while driving. This issue seems to be more prevalent depending on the seat position and dimensions of the driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11531649","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle stalled. The RPM dropped to zero","quote_2_odi":"11121779","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE 1ST STOPPED 2 WEEKS AGO AT A RED LIGHT. I SAY \"STOPPED\" BECAUSE THAT IS EXACTLY WHAT IT DID \"STOP,\" NO WARNING LIGHT OR SIGNAL. IT SIMPLY STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"11398705","quote_3_text":"ON 2/11/21, I WAS DRIVING NORTH ON I294 WHEN I SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION. I HAD SEVERAL NEAR MISSES WITH A SEMI AND THE VEHICLES BEHIND ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2014-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel locks up or becomes stiff while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11723312","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds on several occasions, the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11679167","quote_2_text":"For reasons unknown I was at a stoplight. The car started shaking, and the check engine light started blinking, and then the light went off. Also, the steering wheel locks up at times and I’m unable to to move the steering wheel because it’s locked","quote_3_odi":"10898368","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR USED IN 2015 WITH LESS THAN 30,000 MILES AND IN LESS THAN 6 MONTHS THE POWER STEERING STARTED MALFUNCTIONING REGULARLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11473591","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a collision with a flying object that went through the windshield, knocked off my mirror, and damaged the frame of my car. The airbag attempted to deploy; however, it failed to do so. No warnings. The vehicle is currently at the shop waiting to be repaired. The","quote_2_odi":"10860463","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE WALL, CAUSING SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUFFERED AN INJURED NECK","quote_3_odi":"10853520","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT WAS A PASSENGER IN A 2015 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING ON AN ONRAMP AT 25 MPH, THE DRIVER SWERVED AND CRASHED INTO A TRUCK. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. IN ADDITION, THE DRIVER'S SPLEEN, STOMACH, NECK, AND BACK WERE INJURED. THE FRONT PASSENGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light from passenger occupant sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11391039","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT WILL NOT SHUT OFF, SHOP CANNOT PASS INSPECTION WITH THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND CAN COST UP TO $1000 TO REPLACE SINCE IT'S WIRED INTO THE SEAT. THIS 100% SHOULD BE RECALLED SINCE THERE ARE DOZENS OF OTHERS WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS SYSTEM ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11556184","quote_2_text":"Once my 2015 Hyundai Accent reached 80K the airbag light came on. I took into the dealership for them to look into and found that the passenger side air bag sensor failed and needed replaced. Cost of new sensor was $1000.00. Did some research on the issue and found that air bag","quote_3_odi":"11482872","quote_3_text":"Airbag light turns on/off. Had dealership investigate and found that it is related to the occupancy sensor mat in the passenger seat. Code was reset (no work performed) and remained off 7 months and now is back on. Could be related to weather (comes on more frequently during","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2015-brake-recall-fires","label":"Engine compartment fire linked to brake hydraulic recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11593428","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke coming from beneath the hood. No warning light was","quote_2_odi":"11574044","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount","quote_3_odi":"11554300","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the garage, approximately four hours later the contact was awakened by the dog and discovered flames coming from the garage. The fire department was called to the home and extinguished","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2015-oil-consumption-engine","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11605678","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Hyundai Accent started having issues with oil consumption at about 80,000 miles or so. I was having to check and add oil to the vehicle regularly in addition to oil changes. The oil consumption issue got worse as the vehicle got higher in miles, having to check and add","quote_2_odi":"11492424","quote_2_text":"Okay, I'm going to try my best at explaining what I am experiencing. This is my SECOND Hyundai Accent. The first car I had was a 2004 Accent. The second car I have now is a 2015. Both cars have the same exact problem. And I am NOT fixing it. This is definitely a MANUFACTURING","quote_3_odi":"11426706","quote_3_text":"My check engine light came on and stayed on, while the oil light appeared when my car was in idle and the engine began to knock. My AAA approved mechanic determined that the engine had a rod knock and the oil pressure at idle was only 3 psi. In other words, the the engine had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2015-stall-power-down","label":"Vehicle power-down and stall with battery warning light","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10776588","quote_1_text":"1) 6/8/15: WHEN I STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR STALLED. AFTER I TURNED IT OFF AND TURNED IT ON AGAIN, THE PROBLEM DISAPPEARED. 2) 7/27/15: A SIMILAR SITUATION RECURRED, AGAIN AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THIS TIME MULTIPLE WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10948789","quote_2_text":"THIS COMPUTER MALFUNCTION HAS CREATED DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. THE CAR IS UNPREDICTABLE AND HAZARDOUS TO ME AND EVERYONE IN TRAFFIC. 6/8/15: WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR COULD NOT MOVE. AFTER I TURNED OFF THE ENGINE AND THEN","quote_3_odi":"11318953","quote_3_text":"AT FIRST IN THE BEGINNING MY CAR DOES IT ONCE IN A BLUE MOON; HOWEVER NOW EVERYDAY FOR THE PAST TWO MONTHS MY CAR WOULD POWER DOWN WHILE BEING AT A RED LIGHT, STOP SIGN, OR IN MOTION. WHEN IT POWERS DOWN THE ENGINE AND BATTERY LIGHTS COMES ON. I WOULD HAVE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Hesitation to accelerate from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11447692","quote_1_text":"I Dont no why but my Engine will randomly stall out even in the middle of making a.left or a right-hand turn and it's scary when I a.m. at an intersection intersection and I doll out then I have to shut my car off completely turn it back on and pump the gas","quote_2_odi":"11030185","quote_2_text":"MY CAR LAGS AT TIMES. WHEN I STOP AT A LIGHT OR STOP SIGN, ITS HARD TO GO,..IT STALLS I HAVE TO FLOOR IT AT TIMES TO EVEN GET IT TO 25 0R 30. I KNOW MY CAR DOESN'T HAVE MUCH HORSEPOWER BUT SHOULDN'T HAVE TO FLOOR IT TO EVEN GET IT TO 25","quote_3_odi":"10875480","quote_3_text":"THE SECOND IS WHEN AT A STOP SIGN, ETC., AND YOU START TRYING TO INCREASE THE SPEED, THE ENGINE DOESN'T GAIN SPEED AS QUICKLY AS IT SHOULD. I KNOW THAT MY VEHICLE ISN'T ONE WITH A HUGE ENGINE BUT STILL IT SHOULDN'T STRUGGLE TO GAIN SPEED EVERY SINGLE TIME!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11730627","quote_1_text":"I got into an accident and my airbags did not go off... my face hit the steering wheel and my hand is broken because the airbags didn't deploy","quote_2_odi":"10980408","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH AN ELK. ALL THE AIR BAGS IN THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11144304","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WITH MY 11 YEAR OLD SON. A WOMAN RAN A RED LIGHT AND WE HIT THE CAR IN THE SIDE COMPLETELY MASHING OUR FRONT END. THE AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLOYED AT ALL NONE OF THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11565335","quote_1_text":"The airbag SRS light started to blink on and off and now stays on full time. I took the car to the dealership and they ran diagnostics and got code B1440 and B1774","quote_2_odi":"11252604","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTION. STARTED ON 21 JUNE 2019, I STARTED MY CAR AND NOTICED THE RED AIRBAG DASH LIGHT ON AND THE PASSENGER \"AIRBAG OFF\" LIGHT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11301703","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF AT RANDOM, REGARDLESS OF WHETHER THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE SEAT OR NOT. CAR WAS TAKEN TO A HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP, AND THEY DISCOVERED A SEAT CUSHION WITH A SENSOR WAS MALFUNCTIONING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11705165","quote_1_text":"I was driving up a hill on interstate 8 in California and all of a sudden i heard a bang under the hood and see sparks and flames and my hyundai was on fire right there on the freeway. No clue why","quote_2_odi":"11640127","quote_2_text":"The report does not specify the exact component that failed, but the fire originated under the hood of the 2016 Hyundai Accent","quote_3_odi":"11546277","quote_3_text":"The car caught on fire while driving on the freeway for no reason, an explosion occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine failure with excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11244118","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A KNOCKING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE RING WAS FAULTY, THE OIL DRAINED OUT, AND THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11191624","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS CONSUMING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL","quote_3_odi":"11702589","quote_3_text":"Engine is failing, oil leaking in the engine that messed up my catalytic converter and O2 sensors now it’s just sluggish , doesn’t accelerate properly, doesn’t idle nearly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-instrument-panel-speedometer","label":"Speedometer and ABS/traction light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11287613","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AND MY SPEEDOMETER KICKED OFF. I WAS IN MOTION AND THEN THE ABS, BREAK AND TRACTION LIGHTS POPPED UP AND MY SPEEDOMETER WENT TO 0 EVEN THOUGH I WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 70MPH","quote_2_odi":"11610076","quote_2_text":"The instrumental panel suddenly malfunctioned the abs, airbag, and check engine lights illuminated, and the speedometer dropped to zero. The instrumental panel returned to normal, but the mileage range reset to 0","quote_3_odi":"11244784","quote_3_text":"MULTIPLE TIMES NOW ON THE DASH DISPLAY THE INDICATOR LIGHTS FOR THE ABS, TRACTION CONTROL, AND BRAKES ARE ILLUMINATED. THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED. ADDITIONALLY, IF YOU PUT THE CAR IN GEAR AND BEGIN DRIVING, THE SPEEDOMETER DOES NOT WORK AND REMAINS AT ZERO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2016-steering-lock-up","label":"Steering wheel lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11430494","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ESP warning light suddenly illuminated and moments later the steering wheel could not be turned in either direction","quote_2_odi":"11440432","quote_2_text":"Steering froze up while driving - was unable to turn car more than a few inches with great difficulty","quote_3_odi":"11339684","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI ACCENT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE STEERING WHEEL CEASED WITH THE STEERING FAULT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11499365","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was idling, she depressed the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle hesitated and then lunged forward.…","quote_2_odi":"11278567","quote_2_text":"OCCASIONALLY WHEN YOU ACCELERATE IT HESITATES AND DOES NOT RESPOND. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN TO A MECHANIC AND A DEALER AND THEY CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM BUT IT DOES HAPPEN.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-airbag-light-ocs","label":"Air bag light from occupant classification sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11340692","quote_1_text":"OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM DEFECT. MY CAR WAS ONLY 2,000 MILES OUT OF WARRANTY AND HYUNDAI WILL NOT COVER THIS DEFECT. RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR MAT IS FAULTY CAUSING THE AIR BAG LIGHT TO COME ON.…","quote_2_odi":"11482071","quote_2_text":"Airbag light came on while driving. Took the car to the dealer and the dealer noted PODS MAT DEFECT. Dealer recommended replacing mat and unit.…","quote_3_odi":"11083863","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. GOT IT DIAGNOSIED AND APPEARED CODE B1490 (OCCUPENT CLASSIFICATION)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11433182","quote_1_text":"Car was hit in the front right broadside hard enough to break the axle, but the airbag did not deploy.","quote_2_odi":"11179807","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 HYUNDAI ACCENT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED AND PUSHED OVER THE MEDIAN. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor with extended stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11195646","quote_1_text":"WHEN STOPPING ABRUPTLY, GOING AT 15-20MPH ON A MAIN STREET IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, NO SNOW OR RAIN, THE BRAKE PEDAL PUSHES BACK AS IF SOMETHING IS STOPPING THE PEDAL FROM GOING DOWN, IT MAKES A LOUD GRINDING NOISE, AND DOESN'T STOP THE CAR LET ALONE SLOW IT DOWN.…","quote_2_odi":"11465040","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that the brake pedal would intermittently depress the floorboard without warning.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-catalytic-converter-oil","label":"Catalytic converter failure with oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11554336","quote_1_text":"This car has a GDI engine, which is now known to be defective due to excessive oil consumption. I bought the car used, with Hyundai's certified inspection before selling it to me. While my daughter was driving the car on the highway, the engine suddenly balked and stopped.…","quote_2_odi":"11557579","quote_2_text":"Like many of the other complaints, in 2 years I have now replaced 3 catalytic converters. Everything will be fine and then BAM car stops working. No one can find any other issues. The car is in the shop again after the engine misfire light came on.…","quote_3_odi":"11523178","quote_3_text":"I started burning oil and was going through a quart of oil every 150 miles, then due to the excess oil consumption my catalytic converter went out.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-dash-indicator-dropout","label":"Dashboard indicator and gauge dropout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11418998","quote_1_text":"While driving, the electrical system glitches, all of the lights on the dashboard flash on and off as if the car is shutting off then the trip miles return to 0.0.…","quote_2_odi":"11208600","quote_2_text":"THE DASH LIGHTS; BRAKE, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COME ON. THE SPEEDOMETER ALSO DOES NOT WORK WHILE DRIVING. THE GAS GAUGE IS GOING UP AND DOWN AND NOT SHOWING THE CORRECT GAS. THE ELECTRICAL APPEARS TO BE MALFUNCTIONING, BUT THE DEALER HAS YET TO RECREATE THE ISSUE.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-engine-knock-stall","label":"Engine knock and stall with low oil level","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11539201","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while her granddaughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal knocking sound with the check engine and oil warning light illuminated on the instrument panel.…","quote_2_odi":"11595225","quote_2_text":"Blown engine. Hole in engine block. Defective engine.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"accent-2017-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire without prior warning","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11422167","quote_1_text":"The vehicle made a large “pop” sound, lost power and a fire started at the engine. After the “pop” was heard, the check engine flashed on, then the car died. Noticed a smoke smell, jumped out of car and saw flames. Entire car was engulfed in minutes.…","quote_2_odi":"11222267","quote_2_text":"NORTHWEST FIRE DISTRICT, FIRE INVESTIGATOR [XXX], VEHICLE FIRE ON 6/22/2019 CAR PARKED AT APPROXIMATELY 11:30 PM. 6/21/2019 OWNER AWAKENED BY DOG AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 AM 6/22/219 TO FIND CAR INVOLVED IN FIRE. INVESTIGATION INDICATED FIRE STARTED IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2019-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and control module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11524121","quote_1_text":"Airbag control module is faulty code B162000","quote_2_odi":"11501849","quote_2_text":"My air bad light has been displayed for several days and won’t go away. Another friends 2017 accent is doing the same thing. I am concerned for others who own these vehicles and their safety","quote_3_odi":"11431448","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the Electronic Stability Control and airbag warning lights remained illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2019-engine-failure-knock","label":"Premature engine failure with knocking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11712957","quote_1_text":"cylinder 3 failure while driving, while merging onto highway traffic vehicle was suddenly unable to to accelerate as there was a sudden loss of power and improper shifting of gears. Engine light came on as well","quote_2_odi":"11703850","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost power and stalled, requiring my daughter to pull over to the shoulder for safety. After the stall, the vehicle could not accelerate or operate normally","quote_3_odi":"11424344","quote_3_text":"My connecting rod blew out of my engine I have a Hyundai Accent 2019, I have 65000 miles in the vehicle and have done some research as well and have seen that Hyundai vehicles for at least almost 10 years have had similar problems with their engines at around the same mileage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2019-engine-fire-overheat","label":"Engine compartment fire or overheating shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11684561","quote_1_text":"On August 8, 2025, between 9:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m., while driving on Mopac (Loop 1), a heavily traveled highway in Austin, Texas, the vehicle abruptly experienced an overheating issue without any prior warning","quote_2_odi":"11547169","quote_2_text":"was driving on the highway to a friends house, while i was driving a another vehicle was telling me to pull over and that there was smoke and fire underneath the car, i pulled over and crossed the bridge where there was light","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2019-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11715194","quote_1_text":"Engine burning oil extremely fast after oil change","quote_2_odi":"11629342","quote_2_text":"This car overconsumes oil rapidly. I have always taken it for oil changes when due. I put hardly any miles on my car (10k or less annually) and every time I take it for an oil change they say it is extremely low. The oil light never comes on to alert me that it is low","quote_3_odi":"11536456","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Accent","model_slug":"accent","cluster_id":"hyundai-accent-2019-ignition-coil-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure with power loss and stall","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11634611","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the vehicle lost automotive power and shuddered. The check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11589598","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Accent. The contact stated while driving 32–33 MPH, the rear of the vehicle was shaking, and the vehicle stalled. There was smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle. The engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/accent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2011-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11080896","quote_1_text":"NHTSA CAMPAIGN # 18V-026 SAYS THE AZERA ABS ELECTRONICS CAN COLLECT WATER AND SHORT OUT CAUSING A FIRE WHILE THE CAR IS IN A GARAGE OR NOT BEING USED. BUT FAILURE OF THE ELECTRONICS BECAUSE OF WATER LEAKING INTO THE SYSTEM ALSO AFFECTS THE OPERATION OF THE ABS WHERE IT CANNOT","quote_2_odi":"10449284","quote_2_text":"BRAKES DID NOT WORK WHILE I WAS TRYING TO SLOW DOWN. AFTER GOT AN ACCIDENT I CHECKED MY CAR IN TOW YIELD THEY SAID THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH A FRONT TIRE AND THEY ALSO SAID IT IS 99% MANUFACTURER FAULT. THE BRAKE SHOULD NOT BE BROKEN WITH ANY DAMAGE HOWEVER IT BROKEN ALREADY. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258313","quote_1_text":"ON 9.19.2019 MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE STALLED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING. IT STARTED EVERY TIME WITHOUT PROBLEMS, IT DID NOT STALL AGAIN ON THE RETURN TRIP. THE TRIP WAS ABOUT 50 MILES EACH WAY. OVER THE LAST 3 YEARS I HAD ENGINE STARTING PROBLEMS 5 TIMES, MOSTLY ON","quote_2_odi":"11204556","quote_2_text":"ON THREE (3) DIFFERENT OCCASIONS IN 2018 THE ENGINE OF MY AZERA, WITH A LITTLE OVER 21,000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER, SUDDENLY STOPPED ON THE HIGHWAY. I CONTACTED VALLEJO HYUNDAI TO LOOK AT IT AND DO THE NECESSARY REPAIRS BUT I WAS GOING TO BE CHARGED FOR IT AND I REFUSED TO PAY","quote_3_odi":"10467485","quote_3_text":"WHILE IDLING AT A RED LIGHT, CAR STALLED OUT. STARTED RIGHT BACK UP. THEN GOT ONTO PARKWAY AND TRAVELED ABOUT 5 MINUTES ON THE PARKWAY AND SLOWED A BIT TO EXIT ONTO THE RAMP, THEN ACCELERATED TO ABOUT 40-45 TO CONTINUE AND STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT THAT SPEED. WE SLOWED AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2011-stall-loss-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11025049","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI AZERA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED, THE STEERING WHEEL AND BRAKES ALSO STOPPED OPERATING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BOB BOSS HYUNDAI IN GLEN BURNIE, MD, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE","quote_2_odi":"10759258","quote_2_text":"08/25/2015 I WAS TRAVELING 30 MPH, WHILE SLOWING FOR A RED LIGHT THE ENGINE SHUTDOWN WAS ABLE TO RESTART IMMEDIATELY. ONE WEEK LATER WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 35 MPH SLOWING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN ENGINE SHUT-DOWN AGAIN, LOSING POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10621350","quote_3_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ~ 45 MPH AND SLOWING APPROACHING A CURVE AND STOP SIGN, ENGINE SHUTDOWN COMPLETELY LOSING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND BRAKES PLUS ENGINE POWER. STEERED CAR WITHOUT POWER ASSIST AND APPLIED UN-POWERED ASSISTED BRAKES TO STOP SHORT OF STOP SIGN. CAR RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2011-unintended-acceleration-surge","label":"Sudden acceleration after momentary loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11467512","quote_1_text":"Sudden unintended acceleration apparently caused by an electronic malfunction of throttle control. There were no warning signs. It is not known if vehicle was inspected by the insurance company","quote_2_odi":"10408643","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A NEW CAR AND THE INCIDENTS HAVE BEEN PRESENT FROM THE BEGINNING. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS AT SLOW SPEED OR WHEN MOVING FROM BEING STOPPED, OR IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, THE CAR WILL NOT RESPOND WHEN THE GAS PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. THE SENSATION IS THAT THE CAR HAS STALLED. AFTER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-abs-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"ABS module recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11585177","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11609336","quote_2_text":"This recall on the anti-lock brake system was initiated 11 months ago. I brought the Azera into the dealer 2 months ago and they said they had to order parts","quote_3_odi":"11616097","quote_3_text":"Recall for my 2012 hyundai azera number 251 Anti-Brake System (ABS) module that could leak and cause an electrical short that could result in a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11509518","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light indicated that the air bag was off with a passenger seated in the passenger’s seat","quote_2_odi":"11186676","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IS NOT DETECTING PASSENGERS SITTING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR","quote_3_odi":"10955097","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-alignment-pull-right","label":"Front-end alignment causing pull to the right","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10565447","quote_1_text":"THE ALIGNMENT HAS BEEN BAD ON THIS CAR SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR. MY TIRES WORE OUT AT 28000. THE OUTER EDGE OF THE TIRES ARE BOLD WHEN I FIRST TOOK IT IN THEY BLAMED THE ROADS. THE CAR HAS ALWAYS PULLED TO THE RIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10488264","quote_2_text":"2012 HYUNDAI AZERA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO THE VEHICLE PULLING TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE WOULD ALSO PULL TO THE RIGHT, WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL MODE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-brake-caliper-sticking","label":"Front brake caliper sticking and cold-start grab","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10983816","quote_1_text":"WITH 5 WEEKS I HAD BOTH FRONT DISC BRAKE CALIBER UNITS FREEZE UP AND REQUIRE REPLACEMENT BECAUSE THEY FAILED TO WORK. WHEN IN MOTION THE VEHICLE FELT LIKE IT WAS BEING RETARDED, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED BADLY AND I THOUGHT I HAD A FLAT TIRE","quote_2_odi":"10548685","quote_2_text":"I JUST READ WHERE HYUNDAI'S GENESIS MODEL HAS BRAKE ISSUES. I HAVE A 2012 AZERA THAT HAD BRAKE ISSUES LAST WINTER WHEN THE CAR IS COLD. THE BRAKES GRAB AS SOON I GET THE CAR GOING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking noise and premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11562123","quote_1_text":"Mechanic found metal in engine oil. Stated that the engine appeared to be \"deteriorating\" as the metal was not a contaminant, but instead he determined it to be from the engine itself","quote_2_odi":"11444976","quote_2_text":"The engine failed in this vehicle as I was driving down the road. It immediately started knocking violently without warning. I was left stranded with my 4 children and had to pay for towing","quote_3_odi":"11142539","quote_3_text":"AFTER MY VEHICLE HAS SIT FOR A ABOUT AN HOUR OR MORE WHEN STARTED THEIR IS A LOUD CLATTERING RATTLE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE FOR ABOUT A FEW SECONDS AND IT GOES AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2012-steering-coupler-clunk","label":"Steering coupler clicking, clunking, and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11418704","quote_1_text":"The steering malfunctioned. When we tried to turn the wheel the it would slip and the car would not respond or suddenly would. It was very scary because the car could not be steered properly","quote_2_odi":"11229279","quote_2_text":"THERE IS 'SLOP' OR 'PLAY' DEVELOPING IN THE STEERING. YOU CAN MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT WITHOUT IT ENGAGING THE STEERING. WHILE DRIVING, YOU MUST MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL FARTHER TO CHANGE DIRECTION","quote_3_odi":"10780155","quote_3_text":"MY HYUNDAI AZERA HAS BEEN DIAGNOSED WITH A MALFUNCTION OF A MOTOR DRIVEN STEERING COUPLING , AFTER FURTHER RESEARCH ONLINE I HAVE NOTICED THAT THERE ARE MULTIPLE COMPLAINTS AND ISSUE WITH THIS SAME PART ON DIFFERENT MODEL VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2013-airbag-clockspring-fault","label":"Airbag warning light from clockspring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11507302","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the volume of the radio failed to function as needed. Additionally, she also noticed that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was diagnosed by an","quote_2_odi":"11286980","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT IN MY DRIVEWAY. THE NEXT MORNING I GOT UP, STARTED MY CAR AND NOW THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON. DEALER SAYS I NEED A NEW CLOCKSPRING. MY CAR HAS 53000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11149482","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FOLSOM LAKE HYUNDAI (12530 AUTO MALL CIR, FOLSOM, CA 95630, (916) 293-4760) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2013-brake-fluid-recall-fire","label":"Brake fluid leak recall parts unavailability and fire","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11580463","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH the vehicle began to vibrate and was losing forward momentum. The contact stated that he depressed the accelerator and the vehicle was not gaining forward momentum","quote_2_odi":"11554831","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brakes made an abnormal squeaking sound. After a visual inspection of the engine compartment, the contact observed that the brake fluid reservoir was low","quote_3_odi":"11588072","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2013-lambda-engine-overheat-stall","label":"Lambda engine overheating, head bolt pull-out, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11635910","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started having overheating issues around August 2024, took it to mechanics to get it looked at and tried various fixes, concluding in a blown head gasket. When I took my car to a third party mechanic to fix the head gasket they found that the head bolts of the cars","quote_2_odi":"11487312","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway at 75 mph the engine began to lose power and it quickly overheated. It was very terrifying as I had cars and a semi barreling behind me and my engine was seized up. I was able to throw my hazards on and make it to the shoulder safely. We towed it","quote_3_odi":"11426912","quote_3_text":"Engine failed; started knocking , lights came on dash, and caused car to cease. Car is available for inspection, luckily was able to get on side of road without incident; towed to dealership and they advised that the Hyundai has issues and they have about 10 on the lot now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2013-steering-coupler-failure","label":"Steering column coupler failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11500867","quote_1_text":"Steering problem started with an annoying dead spot of approximately 1/2 inch on center and now has expanded to approximately 2\" accompanied by severe rattling on rough surfaces. Checked this condition on U-Tube and found it to be caused by a crumbling steering coupler in the","quote_2_odi":"11472596","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a clicking sound in the steering wheel while turning to the left or the right. The contact stated that the longer the vehicle was driven, the louder the sound got","quote_3_odi":"11399783","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL KNOCKS LOUDLY WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT. HYUNDAI HAS ISSUED A RECALL FOR SONOTA, ELANTRA, SANTA FE AND SOME KIA MODELS, BUT DOES NOT INCLUDE THE AZERA MODEL EVEN THOUGH THE DEALER VERIFIED IT IS THE SAME ISSUE AND PART FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11124492","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI AZERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN","quote_2_odi":"11447439","quote_2_text":"My air bag light is on & won't go off. It's been on for about a year","quote_3_odi":"11366781","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT JUST STARTED COMING ON OCT 28 2020 & OFF . BUT THE NOISES BEEN COMING ON & OFF SCENE APRIL 20TH 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-brake-fluid-leak-fire","label":"Brake fluid leak and fire from ABS recall defect","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11551775","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that she had parked the vehicle on a residential road and walked to her friend's residence. The contact stated that while in the residence, she heard abnormal exploding sounds","quote_2_odi":"11619963","quote_2_text":"The contact called on behalf of his wife who owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact's wife stated that while driving home at approximately 55 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and felt abnormally soft","quote_3_odi":"11724814","quote_3_text":"The ABS control module needs replacing. The day it started with issues, my abs light as well as esc light, at first. Later all dash lights came on, loud beeping and eventually lost all power while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"ABS brake recall repair parts on backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11626457","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11555659","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue","quote_3_odi":"11618161","quote_3_text":"I received a letter from you regarding “Recall on the Anti-Lock Brake System” letter states:: Our records indicate that your vehicle is affected by this recall. So I contacted the Hyundai dealer here in El Paso, made an appointment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-electrical-glitches-doors-mirrors","label":"Electrical glitches in doors, mirrors, remote start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10691153","quote_1_text":"MY NEW 2014 HYUNDAI AZERA CAR HAS COMPUTER SYSTEM(S) DEFECTS / ELECTRICAL DEFECTS (OR THE COMPUTER SYSTEM IN MY CAR HAS BEEN HACKED BY AN OUTSIDE COMPUTER [CH] OR LASER GUN)","quote_2_odi":"10854400","quote_2_text":"MY CAR STARTED BY ITSELF AT LEAST 5 TIMES. WHEN I WENT OUTSIDE TO TURN IT OFF IT WAS ALREADY OFF! MY REMOTES WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO REMOTELY TURN OFF THE CAR [CH]!","quote_3_odi":"10763334","quote_3_text":"MY CAR STARTED BY ITSELF SEVERAL TIMES[CH] UNASSISTED!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-engine-seizure-stall","label":"Engine knocking, clattering noise, and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11445106","quote_1_text":"Day 1: Vehicle engine began to make a knocking sound…engine light never came on. Vehicle when at higher speed would make a really loud knocking sound so it had to be driven under 50mph","quote_2_odi":"11448596","quote_2_text":"AT 120K MILES, UPON START, VEHICLE ENGINE BEGAN MAKING A CLICKING SOUND. NO ENGINE LIGHT HAD APPEARED IN VEHICLE. VEHICLE CONTINUED MAKING CLICKING SOUND AND BEGAN TO STALL WHEN DRIVEN OVER 40MPH","quote_3_odi":"10817736","quote_3_text":"AFTER ABOUT 800 MILES, MY VEHICLE BEGAN MAKING A LOUD CLATTERING NOISE AT START UP. NOW AT APPROXIMATELY 15K MILES, THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN RETURNED TO THE PURCHASING DEALER TO RECTIFY THIS PROBLEM SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Azera","model_slug":"azera","cluster_id":"azera-2014-steering-column-clunk-wander","label":"Steering column looseness, clunk noise, and wander","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11757717","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Azera. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH uphill, the steering column suddenly locked up. The contact was able to pull into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"10595953","quote_2_text":"STEERING \"WANDER\". THE VEHICLE DOES NOT DRIVE STRAIGHT WITHOUT CORRECTION BY DRIVER. STEERING DOES NOT \"SELF-CENTER/RETURN TO CENTER\"","quote_3_odi":"11548821","quote_3_text":"A few months ago the steering wheel of my car started to make noise like clicking at first but now it’s worst like clunk everytime there is irregularities in the road and I am afraid to drive it due to the thought that suddenly it become unable to steer it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/azera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without crash or non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11470767","quote_1_text":"I pulled up to my house, turned the ignition off, and the airbag deployed in my face","quote_2_odi":"11438441","quote_2_text":"My daughter was parked sitting in this car before going into work when all the airbags but the front ones deployed. The driver side one hit her arm very hard. The car was on but in park. Nothing hit the car","quote_3_odi":"11523196","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving downhill in the rain at 45 MPH, she failed to apply the brakes and crashed into a vehicle. The impact of the crash caused a three-vehicle pile up. The air bags did not deploy upon impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-brake-pedal-recall","label":"Brake pedal failure and hydraulic brake recall delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11507504","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the brake pedal would intermittently depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact had taken the vehicle to two separate independent mechanics, and both informed her that the brakes were okay and could not determine the cause of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11397376","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V061000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, AFTER CONTACTING THE LOCAL DEALER GLENDALE HYUNDAI LOCATED AT 411 S BRAND BLVD, GLENDALE, CA 91204, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE COMPUTER SYSTEM WAS INOPERABLE AND NO","quote_3_odi":"11473035","quote_3_text":"When I started my car, the brake lights were on and the brakes were not responding. I took it to a mechanic who replaced a brake line and reported that there was rust on other brake lines as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-electric-power-steering","label":"Electric power steering failure and recall repair delays","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":121,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11666318","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was","quote_2_odi":"11609345","quote_2_text":"EPS Electric Power Steering warning and unable to steer to drive. I was quoted $3,200 to repair","quote_3_odi":"11664119","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is subject to manufacturer recall #127. I brought it to two different dealerships for the recall repair after confirming in advance that they had the necessary parts. However, after dropping off my vehicle, I was informed a few hours later that the dealership did not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-electrical-battery-fire","label":"Electrical system battery drain, no-start, and engine fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11375833","quote_1_text":"MY CAR CONTINUALLY WILL NOT START. I'VE HAD TO HAVE THE BATTERY JUMPED SEVERAL TIMES VIA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. I COULD DRIVE IT ONE DAY AND THE NEXT DAY, ITS DEAD. I EVEN BOUGHT A NEW BATTERY THINKING THAT THIS WAS THE PROBLEM, BUT THE ISSUE PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"11452698","quote_2_text":"I bought this vehicle used, just three years ago. It had a little over 100k miles on it. Since purchase date, the car has died at least eight times and I've had to take it in for inspection four times. It has had three different batteries","quote_3_odi":"11479575","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the battery warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local Pep Boys where it was diagnosed that the failure was associated with an electrical shortage or the alternator","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-engine-failure-noise","label":"Engine seizure, knocking noise, and engine fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11477432","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE KNOCKS -LOUD RATTLE WHILE IDLING","quote_2_odi":"11266887","quote_2_text":"LOUD NOISE STARTED COMING FROM ENGINE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. TAKEN TO HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP AND DIAGNOSTICS INDICATED A BAD ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11656304","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed and the engine seized. The contact stated that while her son was attempting to start the vehicle, he heard a rattling sound coming from the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2010-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11414914","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AND ON INCLINES - LOSING POWER TO THE WHEELS (FEELS LIKE YOU ARE IN NEUTRAL, AND THE RPM'S GO WAY UP). A VERY SCARY AND DANGEROUS FEELING WHEN MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY FOR INSTANCE","quote_2_odi":"11385478","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS 85,000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS IN 2ND AND 3RD GEARS. DOES NOT MATTER IF THE WEATHER IS WARM OR COLD OR IF ENGINE IS WARM OR COLD. REOCCURRING PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11366355","quote_3_text":"2010 HYUNDAI ELANTRA HESITATES AND JERKS WHEN ACCELERATING. THIS HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY AFTER A YEAR OR TWO AFTER BUYING IT BRAND NEW. AT 160,000, IT HAPPENS MORE FREQUENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-abs-recall-delay","label":"ABS module recall repair delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11557438","quote_1_text":"We received notice from Hyundai in mid-November about the anti-lock brake system modules problem (could leak brake fluid internally and cause an electrical short over time. This increases the risk of an engine compartment fire while parked or driving)","quote_2_odi":"11605080","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, a fellow motorist alerted the contact that the vehicle was smoking. The contact pulled over and waited for an extensive period before restarting the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11591019","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11493373","quote_1_text":"The air bag light on the dashboard came on and has stayed on. I got into my car in the morning as I do everyday, and the air bag light came on. The light goes out when I turn off the ignition. But the light stays on while the car is running and while I'm driving the car","quote_2_odi":"11424420","quote_2_text":"The airbag light goes on and off intermittently. I've not had any accidents or anything so I'm not sure why it's doing this. A lot of people are complaining about the same problem on blogs on the internet. I think this should be a recall and be fixed for free","quote_3_odi":"11175931","quote_3_text":"YESTERDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH 2019, AT APPROXIMATELY 5:30 AM, MY GIRLFRIEND HAD A HIGH SPEED IMPACT (SPEED LIMIT IN THIS AREA OF ALASKA IS 65MPH) WITH A MOOSE. IT WAS A FRONTAL IMPACT ON THE BUMPER/HOOD/WINDSHIELD/ROOF, OCCURING ON THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture puncturing tire","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11464015","quote_1_text":"The front subframe / crossmember has prematurely corroded at suspension mounting points. The control arm mount has rusted completely through resulting in the bottom half of the control arm mount becoming unstable and the control arm is at risk of full detachment","quote_2_odi":"11338025","quote_2_text":"ACCORDING TO MY MECHANIC, RUST ON MY COIL SPRING CAUSED IT TO FRACTURE WHILE DRIVING AND PUNCTURE MY TIRE. MY MECHANIC SAID IT WAS \"CRAZY\" BECAUSE THERE WAS A FRESH FRACTURE FROM IT \"SNAPPING\". I DID SOME RESEARCH AND IT SOUNDS JUST LIKE HYUNDAI RECALL #133","quote_3_odi":"11162249","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI ELANTRA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A RUBBING SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HYUNDAI OF VACAVILLE (641 ORANGE DR, VACAVILLE, CA 95687, (866) 994-8186)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-engine-piston-knock","label":"Engine knocking and piston failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11717069","quote_1_text":"I have a Piston/Engine Defect according to the mechanic at the car shop. Any time any acceleration is applied you can hear the knocking. I believe it should be covered through the class action alleged that 2011-2016 Elantras engines (including the Limited trim)","quote_2_odi":"11564757","quote_2_text":"When I start the engine, I hear pronounced knocking sounds in the engine for approximately 1-2 seconds, and they are quite loud. As the engine warms up, the knocking persists, albeit at a lower volume","quote_3_odi":"11185050","quote_3_text":"KNOWN HYUNDAI ENGINE PROBLEMS THE ENGINE HAS A TICKING NOISE THAT I HAVE FOUND TO BE A MANUFACTURED ISSUE IN HYUNDAI ELANTRAS. THE CAMSHAFT BUSHINGS ARE WORN AWAY AND NEEDS A COMPLETELY NEW ENGINE. ALL OF WHICH IS A MANUFACTURING FAULT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11480065","quote_1_text":"My car caught on fire in the parking lot of a business while I was inside of the business. The car was not started and just parked. The abs light was on since I bought the car and I had not had it looked at. I had no clue of the recall until today when this happened","quote_2_odi":"11218387","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE WHILE PARKED IN GARAGE. VEHICLE WAS NOT RUNNING AND HAD NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR OVER 5 HOURS. FIRE ORIGINATED IN THE DRIVERS SIDE OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","quote_3_odi":"11326424","quote_3_text":"AWOKE TO GARAGE FIRE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT 04/27/2020. HYUNDAI ON MY LIFT FOR REPAIRS . UPON CLEARING THE DEBRIS, THERE WAS A HOLE/HOT SPOT IN THE CONCRETE WHERE THE CAR WAS FOUND. TOTAL LOSS OF 2011 HYUNDAI,OF MY BUILDING & MY SHOP EQUIPMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2011-steering-coupler-clunk","label":"Steering coupler clicking and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":460,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11592007","quote_1_text":"A steering coupler is failing and will eventually cause a loss of steering control while driving. The steering problem was diagnosed at a local Car- X by a certified mechanic. The vehicle is available for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11576926","quote_2_text":"I am not able to steer my car. I was taking my 5 year old son to school and I was not able to turn onto the street of his school. I had to slow down in traffic an forcably strain and pull the wheel to the right and pull over on the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11629686","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel makes clacking noise when turning left or right, especially if making sharp right angle turn or when parking. I think I noticed it first in early November 2024 while parking. Since then it has been occurring with greater frequency as well as both directions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2012-airbag-warning-light-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11728339","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Neither an independent mechanic nor a dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11501734","quote_2_text":"The airbag light came on and stays on no matter what. I have read this happens a lot with Hyundai Elantra’s made during this time frame. This is a major safety issue if the airbags are not functioning properly","quote_3_odi":"11693837","quote_3_text":"Car accident. My car was T-boned on the passenger side, the side airbag did deploy. The impact from the accident pushed my car into on coming traffic and I hit 2 other cars","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2012-brake-fluid-loss-pedal-failure","label":"Brake fluid loss and pedal-to-floor failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11754439","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the brake pedal felt spongy while depressed. After parking the vehicle, the contact later restarted the vehicle, and the brake pedal extended to the floor while depressed","quote_2_odi":"11741232","quote_2_text":"She left the house for the grocery store the other day and after the first stop light, noticed the brakes were engaging on their own. Luckily she called me before going any further and damaging the pads and rotors, or worse - causing a fire or having an accident","quote_3_odi":"11587212","quote_3_text":"On January 8, 2024, we experienced total brake failure with the brake pedal going all the way to the floor. The lack of braking occurred suddenly with no prior issues or warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2012-electrical-stall-instrument-panel","label":"Electrical faults causing stalling and instrument panel loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11750199","quote_1_text":"Apparently a VERY common crankshaft angle sensor malfunction caused the engine to stall out at a stoplight, putting me in harm's way","quote_2_odi":"11713946","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel became inoperable and failed to operate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11622776","quote_3_text":"I went to start my car and it would not turn over. All the lights were on, the vehicle wouldn't move out of park, and the security system kept going off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2012-engine-stall-crankshaft-fire","label":"Engine stalling, crankshaft sensor failure, and fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11758279","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The check engine warning light illuminated after the failure","quote_2_odi":"11721058","quote_2_text":"The engine produces a persistent ticking/knocking noise, most pronounced at cold start but now continuing even after the engine has warmed. A Hyundai dealership diagnosed the vehicle with piston slap and confirmed significant scarring on the cylinder walls","quote_3_odi":"11734107","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that around 4:00 o'clock in the morning, she was awoken by the sound of her dogs barking; she then discovered that her vehicle had caught fire and had burned to the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2012-steering-lockup-power-loss","label":"Steering wheel lockup and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":674,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11628690","quote_1_text":"My steering wheel started making loud rattling and clunking noise. This happened when I turned or slowed down or went over a bump. It got worse very quickly. I suddenly could not steer at all. So I ran into a pole","quote_2_odi":"11625251","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly after the steering wheel briefly jerked back and forth","quote_3_odi":"11614108","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel is locking up and unable to turn key/ignition while parked. This has happened multiple times. I jiggle the steering wheel while trying to turn key. It takes much effort and time until it finally unlocks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2013-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1328,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11692937","quote_1_text":"The airbag (SRS) warning light on my 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback intermittently turns on and off and flickers when turning the steering wheel, indicating a potential fault in the spiral cable assembly (clock spring)","quote_2_odi":"11651234","quote_2_text":"Clock spring failures are a well known issue with Hyundai/Kia models from the early 2010s. Hyundai has offered an extended warranty on most models, but has excluded the GT models, even though they use the same parts","quote_3_odi":"11735715","quote_3_text":"The airbags failed to deploy when I was in a car accident on 03/31/26. I was rear ended while at an intersection. The car that rear ended me had airbags that deployed upon impact. My car was the only car in which the airbags did not deploy despite the high impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2013-corroded-brake-lines","label":"Corroded brake lines causing loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1328,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11702297","quote_1_text":"The brake hydraulic system failed due to a rusted and leaking brake line running from the front to the rear of the vehicle. The damaged brake line is still on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11682966","quote_2_text":"Under carriage steel brake line rust through at support bracket and causing a loss of brake fluid and risk of stopping condition that raise a concern of an accident and protentional risk of injury to the owner/operator and other drivers on the road","quote_3_odi":"11663905","quote_3_text":"Brake failure. Corroded brake lines. There is a recall in Canada for this model year for the same exact issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2013-engine-piston-slap-knock","label":"Engine knocking and piston slap noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1328,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11729557","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a piston slap ticking issue and Hyundai will not help me fix this because it’s a common issue by Hyundai","quote_2_odi":"11720191","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has developed a pronounced knocking noise that was diagnosed by your authorized dealership as “piston slap.” I was informed by dealership staff that this is a known issue with this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11727071","quote_3_text":"While driving on an interstate on March 12, 2026, the engine stopped working requiring that the car be pulled over to the side of the road. There were no indications of issues as oil had been regularly changed, and the battery and tires were replaced in fall of 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2013-hydraulic-brake-recall","label":"Service brakes hydraulic system recall and fire risk","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1328,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11758181","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated. The following day, while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the vehicle caught on fire","quote_2_odi":"11643438","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard; however, the vehicle failed to","quote_3_odi":"11656765","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2013-steering-coupler-failure","label":"Steering column flexible coupler failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":1328,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11698950","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became inoperable. The contact stated that a cushion located within the steering wheel had deteriorated, causing the steering wheel to become difficult to","quote_2_odi":"11695819","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that there was a lot of play in the steering wheel, and the steering wheel moved back and forth with no resistance while the vehicle was being driven or while idling","quote_3_odi":"11689688","quote_3_text":"My steering wheel has been shaking and having a clunking sound when I accelerate over 60 miles, go over any bumps, and turn. I had my mechanic diagnose it and I was told the steering coupler was bad","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-abs-recall-parts-backorder","label":"ABS module recall parts backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11555956","quote_1_text":"ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (\"ABS\") MODULE remains a threat to my life. Hyundai should be required to fix this in a timely manner, yet has failed to do so","quote_2_odi":"11568370","quote_2_text":"Nervous driving the car but don't have a choice. When will recall be fixed by Hyundai?","quote_3_odi":"11580568","quote_3_text":"Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I'm writing out of deep concern and frustration regarding the unrepaired safety recall on my 2014 Hyundai Elantra","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11672636","quote_1_text":"There is a light is always on and it says passenger airbag off","quote_2_odi":"11607739","quote_2_text":"Airbag sensor on dash board states air bag is off and driver dashboard still reflects issue. Air bag fuses were checked:they are okay","quote_3_odi":"11437538","quote_3_text":"I was involved in an accident where I was rear ended at a high rate of speed and pushed into the vehicle in front of me. I was thrown forward, hitting my head/left eye on something inside the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-brake-light-switch-stuck","label":"Brake light switch stuck illuminated","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11419374","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the brake lights failed to turn off","quote_2_odi":"11438103","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake light was illuminated, and the brake pedal stopper pad detached","quote_3_odi":"11549412","quote_3_text":"The brake light switch plunger does not retract as it should when the brake pedal is not being pressed, the brake lights stay illuminated preventing accurate communication to following vehicles that the vehicle is slowing or stopping","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11760458","quote_1_text":"I woke up to my neighbor banging on my door that my car was on fire. My car was in flames. The fire department had already been called. The entire front of my car as well as the interior was completely destroyed","quote_2_odi":"11576600","quote_2_text":"I believe there was an electrical issue. While driving the car started smoking and my daughter pulled over and the there was fire coming from the engine and after that it just engulfed in flames. Fire was also coming from underneath when 1st started","quote_3_odi":"11737763","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was parked and turned off in a residential driveway when a fire spontaneously ignited in the engine compartment. There were no warning lights, unusual sounds, or symptoms prior to the incident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-engine-knock-stall-failure","label":"Engine knocking noise, stalling, and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11729621","quote_1_text":"Noticed symptoms about a week before I had it towed to a garage for what I thought was a timing chain tensioner, Tech scoped it and found out it was much worse","quote_2_odi":"11635836","quote_2_text":"Engine failure related to piston slapping in upper motor. 3 months out of warranty and 115,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11480339","quote_3_text":"The car is stalling with no warning lights. The engine would quit running and I would have coat it into a safe spot, this happened while I was crossing an intersection and driving down the road at 35 MPH or less","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2014-sunglass-holder-latch","label":"Sunglass holder latch failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11527516","quote_1_text":"The sunglasses console for the 2014 Hyundai Elantra is not closing anymore. The latch has deteriorated and it will continue to keep opening if you try to shut it close no matter what you do","quote_2_odi":"11460541","quote_2_text":"sunglass holder continuously pops open for no reason and blocks my view in my rearview mirror while driving. Has happened since I bought it in 2019","quote_3_odi":"11372861","quote_3_text":"THE SUNGLASS HOLDER ON THE CEILING REPEATEDLY BREAKS AND HANGS DOWN BLOCKING THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. LESS THAN A YEAR OR 2 AFTER I BOUGHT THIS CAR NEW, THE CLASP WHICH HOLDS THE SUNGLASS HOLDER UP BROKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-abs-module-brake-fire-recall","label":"ABS module fluid leak and fire-risk recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11604130","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the following day, while driving out of the driveway, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact used the parking brake to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11557396","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately at 40 MPH, smoke was being emitted from the vents on the dashboard. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11548571","quote_3_text":"Brakes make loud noise sometimes when backing out of driveway and am aware of fire hazard recall due to leaking o rings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11659096","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle crashed into a guardrail. In addition, the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11300481","quote_2_text":"ON NOV 8TH 2019 I WAS T-BONED ON MY FRONT DRIVER SIDE, BY A DRIVER THAT RAN THEIR RED TRAFFIC LIGHT. MY LIGHT WAS GREEN AND I WAS IN MOTION THROUGH THE INTERSECTION. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE TIME OF IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11551671","quote_3_text":"My wife was in an accident. She was doing 35 mph and hit a Honda Accord. The airbags in the Honda deployed, but the air bags in our Hyundai did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-brake-light-switch-stuck","label":"Brake pedal stopper pad wear leaving brake lights on","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11470681","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal stopper pad had deteriorated and crumbled onto the floor mat. The brake lights stayed on continous without pushing the brake pedal. The cruise control stopped working and the shift lever could be moved without depressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11469884","quote_2_text":"My brake stop pad broke, causing my brake lights to remain on constantly unless the fuse was pulled. This caused battery drain and safety issues on the road","quote_3_odi":"11292278","quote_3_text":"SMALL CONNECTER, BETWEEN THE BRAKES AND THE BREAK LIGHT SWITCH INDICATOR, MADE OF PLASTIC WORE AWAY. RESULTED IN THE BREAKS GOING ALL THE WAY AND CAUSING THE BREAK LIGHTS TO STAY ON, EVEN WHEN CAR IS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-engine-knock-stall-failure","label":"Engine knock, stalling, and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674097","quote_1_text":"Vehicle routinely (3,000-5,000 miles, depending on oil used) maintained by qualified mechanics. Around 129,000 miles the engine began to knock / rattle","quote_2_odi":"11447736","quote_2_text":"Hyndai performed a service campaign to enhance their vehicle software to better detect abnormal engine noise. Since the campaign, this vehicle has had 3 instances in 8 weeks where the P1326 Knock Signal error code was detected","quote_3_odi":"11749911","quote_3_text":"I purchased the vehicle from a private party on 8/18/21 with 38,310 miles. Almost immediately after owning the vehicle I noticed the engine oil level was low.. The owner had said she had just got an oil change so I thought maybe the shop just left it low","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Pearl White exterior paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520657","quote_1_text":"The Pearl White Paint on my 2015 Hyndaui Elantra has been chipping continuously. In 2017 I had the car repainted and also in 2019 I had the car repainted. Now it’s 2023 and the car is chipping paint again","quote_2_odi":"11611575","quote_2_text":"The Pearl White paint falls off of the vehicle, exposing the primer to the elements and reducing the life and usage of the vehicle. Paint has also flown up and stuck to the windshield, obscuring visibility","quote_3_odi":"11501510","quote_3_text":"Cars with Pearl White paint have large pieces of paint flaking off of both the hood and trunk, this is a common issue found with others","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11487174","quote_1_text":"Power steering locks up while driving at high speed, could not turn wheel. Took a picture once slowed down to 20mph. Turned car off and on and was able to continue driving. Attempted to make a 3 pt turn to park, steering locked up again","quote_2_odi":"11354960","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 68 MILES PER HOUR I NOTICED AN ODD SKIPPING IN THE STEERING. EVENTUALLY THE POWER STEERING WAS GONE AND A STEERING WARNING LIGHT AS WELL AS THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11757270","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power steering assistance, creating an immediate and significant safety concern. This could have caused a series issue to myself and others on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11643595","quote_1_text":"Drove my 2015 Hyundai Elantra on the coldest day of the year to an appointment. Car was fully warmed up. Pulled into a gas station to park and was going less than 3 mph, making a left hand turn into the space","quote_2_odi":"11639306","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] I was parking in my parking spot outside my house, went to pull up 3 more inches in my parking spot when the vehicle accelerated at an extremely rapid speed, went over the high curb, up my front lawn into the tree in my front yard","quote_3_odi":"11196535","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS BROUGHT TO A STOP WITH FOOT STILL DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDDLE. BRAKES RELEASED AND CAR SURGED FORWARD HITTING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY STOPPED BEFORE LUNGING FORWARD ON SOUTHBOUD EXIT 185 OF I95 IN BANGOR MAINE04401","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":261,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605980","quote_1_text":"The transmission failed as I was driving and the vehicle is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk as the car failed suddenly and I was stuck on the side of the road with my children","quote_2_odi":"11711176","quote_2_text":"I was at a red light waiting to go an when it was time to go my car would not go. It was on it would not go into gear. It will reverse. It just won't go forward in auto or manual","quote_3_odi":"11544733","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to restart the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-air-bag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11712649","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic, who informed the contact of a Manufacturer's Extended Warranty Coverage for the failure and…","quote_2_odi":"11700504","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her daughter attempted to adjust the front driver's side seat while the vehicle was turned off, the front Driver-side air bag had independently deployed. No warning light illuminated. In addition, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-brake-line-corrosion-rupture","label":"Brake line corrosion and rupture","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11531967","quote_1_text":"Brake and fuel lines corroded due to failure of manufacture to coat lines completely. Lost brakes completely without warning. Confirmed by Hoffman and Burnham auto services. Also contacted Garvey Hyundai who stayed this is a problem with these vehicles. Contacted Hyundai…","quote_2_odi":"11513157","quote_2_text":"The brake line on the car rusted out, and subsequently ruptured, leading to a loss of brake fluid and a total loss of brake function. The failure was quite abrupt. The fluid leaking had been noted within 24 hours of brake failure, but the brake warning lights only came on after…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-engine-oil-consumption-knock","label":"Engine oil consumption and internal knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-07 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750263","quote_1_text":"The oil light & check engine started flashing. Took it to the auto shop. The mechanic stated that the oil level is very low and the engine has a bad lower-end knock. Removed the oil filter and found metal debris in the oil. No oil leaks were found under the vehicle at all. Oil…","quote_2_odi":"11483157","quote_2_text":"88,750 miles - Engine began profuse knocking suddenly when traveling down the road under 50mph. Stopped at a service center and they found no oil in the engine. Like THOUSANDS of others with the same complaint, the engine burned the oil which caused it to destroy itself LONG…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-paint-delamination-corrosion","label":"Paint delamination and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11690660","quote_1_text":"Paint delamination has exposed bare metal on hood/roof/trunk. Corrosion is spreading, which can compromise crashworthiness and latch integrity. Additional peeling near the window trim near the roof is beginning to corrode. This part of the vehicle is structural and could…","quote_2_odi":"11523992","quote_2_text":"The paint on the roof right above the windshield is peeling off. I've gone online and seen pictures of other white elantras with paint peeling. I was told by Crestmont Hyundai that my car is not part of any recall. I had the car at Crestmont Hyundai on April 28 for a recall for…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-power-train-slip-and-stall","label":"Power train transmission slip and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-07 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749594","quote_1_text":"Transmission P0731 code. Vehicle will not shift into 1st gear when idle but will stay in 3 or 4 gear. Speedometer would indicate high speed when pressing on accelerator. At traffic light when light turn green car rev but would not shift into gear. Has only 130K miles. Car was…","quote_2_odi":"11696914","quote_2_text":"Vehicle started to violently lurch when shifted into drive. A week later loud clunking sound also started when shifting into drive. Sometimes would not go into drive and had to use manual 1st, 2nd, etc. Reverse was fine, no issues. No dash lights ever came on. Auto parts store…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2016-trunk-latch-failure-recall","label":"Trunk latch failure under recall 24V146000","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-10 (sample: 200 of 290 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11619283","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that upon inspection, it was discovered that the interior emergency trunk release was inoperable, and the trunk could not be opened from inside the vehicle. The contacted stated that the vehicle was previously serviced…","quote_2_odi":"11584944","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V146000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the dealer would not perform the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact called the manufacturer and was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing doors from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11584781","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that upon attempting to enter the vehicle, the driver's side door failed to open, after which he became aware that the failure existed with all four doors. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11557161","quote_2_text":"Without warning, the rear, driver side door was unable to be opened from the inside or outside. Several months later in October 2023, the same issue has happened with the rear passenger side door","quote_3_odi":"11647375","quote_3_text":"The rear door no longer open and the front doors need to be tugged several times before opening. This is a huge safety problem and I’ve seen many others with my type of vehicle and year with the same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11548141","quote_1_text":"when driving (typically at a low speed) the engine will shut off with no warning","quote_2_odi":"11564654","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted","quote_3_odi":"11562857","quote_3_text":"My vehicle keeps shutting down while I’m driving. It happened 5 times in the past week and twice today. It happens when I’m driving slow to make a turn or after the car has been stopped for a while","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil failure with cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11628977","quote_1_text":"Ignition coil failure. Causing misfires and rough idle. Misfire initially found in cylinder 2 when check engine light illuminated and check with an OBD II reader","quote_2_odi":"11616421","quote_2_text":"All four engine coils blew before 60,000 miles. The car was being used and maintained properly and there were no associated engine or spark plug defects noted","quote_3_odi":"11661891","quote_3_text":"Coil 1 & 4 misfire. Won’t accelerate well & engine light blinks. Car will stall then die when engine light blinks too much in 1 minute","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-oil-consumption-engine-seizure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11707284","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption/ vehicle dies while driving","quote_2_odi":"11686261","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption, 1 quart a week with no known or visible leaks. 64,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11708512","quote_3_text":"Less than one year later, the vehicle developed excessive oil consumption. In October 2025, the engine stalled and was found to have no oil, despite having received an oil change approximately one month earlier","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11697164","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling on hood and roof. Hyundai has recalled some vehicles with white paint but there are other colors affected. My car color is symphony silver","quote_2_odi":"11708521","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has experienced progressive paint peeling and delamination over approximately five years. The issue was first reported to Hyundai at approximately 60,000 miles, when peeling was limited","quote_3_odi":"11552291","quote_3_text":"The body of our car has been losing paint in big strips. As we drive, large paint chunks will fly off parts of our vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11549589","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, she became aware that the power steering was not functioning. The electronic power steering warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11616429","quote_2_text":"Loosing power steering assist while driving","quote_3_odi":"11570286","quote_3_text":"My steering wheel locked while I was driving and it was very difficult to pull the car over to stop, as the steering wheel became very tight. I was in a roundabout and almost crashed. My EPS light came on and went off once I turned the car off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2017-timing-chain-cvvt-failure","label":"Timing chain and CVVT camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11560398","quote_1_text":"The index pin from the CVVT got stuck in my exhaust camshaft. I have replaced multiple sensors hoping those were the issue and not my CVVT and Exhaust Camshaft","quote_2_odi":"11704666","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the camshaft needed to be replaced. Additionally, the dealer diagnosed that the Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) and the timing chain needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11666555","quote_3_text":"Timing chain looseness, Sudden loss of engine power/motive power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-engine-seizure-rod-bearing","label":"Engine seizure and rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11746085","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2018 Hyundai Elantra suffered a sudden internal failure at 118,444 miles. The vehicle began knocking, losing power, and running roughly. A dealership inspection confirmed heavy scoring on cylinders 1, 3, and 4, oil intrusion into the cylinders, and piston top…","quote_2_odi":"11624546","quote_2_text":"Engine seized up at 142K miles. Had regular oil changes and maintenance. Connecting rod crank shaft end / bearing blew apart and seized engine","quote_3_odi":"11613029","quote_3_text":"The engine experienced rod bearing failure while driving the vehicle. The vehicle died on the road in a high traffic area, which put me and others at risk as they tried to maneuver around the car and as I tried to get the car off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine shutoff and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11644929","quote_1_text":"Engine shuts off suddenly in the middle of road; several times on the way back home while my wife was driving with no warnings. Very unsafe if another car is behind. She cranked over and it went, but it happend again in an intersection after a stop sign","quote_2_odi":"11469552","quote_2_text":"Multiple events of engine shutoff while driving. This results in loss of power braking, power steering and any acceleration. This occurs both at highway and non-highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11536060","quote_3_text":"I can stop at a stop sign, light or slow down and it will quit. We've had work done on it and they say they have it fixed but it's still doing the same thing. It will just die, the engine light will come on or it will say key not recognized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-exterior-light-failure","label":"Headlight and brake light bulbs going out","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11474962","quote_1_text":"While driving at night the headlights turn off. The headlights are set to auto at all times. The headlights will come back on when the switch is moved to the on position. This occurs almost nightly","quote_2_odi":"11491405","quote_2_text":"My headlights on left side (low beam)and right side (high beam) have each burned out three times. My high mounted brake light has been replaced at least five times as well as my left and right brake lights","quote_3_odi":"11611717","quote_3_text":"Twice now while I’ve been driving at night, my headlights have gone off an and come back on by themselves. They were off about 15 seconds each time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-misfire-ignition-coil","label":"Cylinder misfires with ignition coil and injector failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11699689","quote_1_text":"Initial Fault Code: P0303 Replaced all 4 spark plugs and all 4 ignition coils. The check engine light extinguished momentarily but returned, logging P0303 and a new P0301 Replaced all 4 fuel injectors","quote_2_odi":"11655704","quote_2_text":"Fuel injectors failed at 43,000 miles and 66,000 miles with no warning. Car misfired and left me stranded","quote_3_odi":"11573775","quote_3_text":"So my 2018 Hyundai elantra has had the ignition/starter coils go bad now for the third time, the first 2 times the car was under warranty, I thought the second time it was odd to have the same problem, the car shakes violently, stalls out, and or refuses to start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11669500","quote_1_text":"Burning oil internally. Adding 1 quart about every 1000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11698011","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption. Engine completely dry after 3500 miles in between oil change with no check oil warning light","quote_3_odi":"11562821","quote_3_text":"I noticed around 100,000 miles that my car was going through oil when I heard a ticking in the engine. I pulled over and checked and there was no oil on the dipstick. No warning lights or nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-paint-delamination","label":"Paint peeling and delamination on hood and roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11476792","quote_1_text":"Car paint delamination (roof), Pearl White color. Car is 4 years old, 51,000 miles, garage kept. Paint peeling off of roof down to car metal","quote_2_odi":"11502534","quote_2_text":"Paint is peeling off the hood in 2 very large, growing spots. Nothing has struck the hood, the paint is lifting and flaking off all on its own. The color is Pearl White","quote_3_odi":"11578555","quote_3_text":"Paint fell off from the vehicle's body, specifically from the front of hood cover and the roof in large patches for no reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup and loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11546523","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel occasionally failed to turn to the right or left and seized. While reversing, the steering wheel seized. After placing the vehicle in park and restarting, the vehicle worked as designed","quote_2_odi":"11466427","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel of my 2018 value edition elantra periodically locks up and won't turn left or right.. and car has to be taken to a stop and turned on and off to reset it","quote_3_odi":"11557306","quote_3_text":"just prior to turning the power steering failed. i was able to avoid a collision by using all my strength to turn steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2018-theft-no-immobilizer","label":"Theft of vehicles without an engine immobilizer","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11538372","quote_1_text":"The car was stolen from an apartment parking lot due to no immobilizer being installed, making the car very easy to steal","quote_2_odi":"11751074","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was stolen using this method, driven approximately 30-40 miles, and abandoned. It was found stripped of parts, including the catalytic converter","quote_3_odi":"11517414","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was found later by Minneapolis police, and my insurance company deemed it a Total Loss, as they would no longer insure the vehicle because the same models have such a dramatically high theft rate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2019-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stalling and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total)","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738636","quote_1_text":"Engine failure. Car quit while driving down main highway. Taken to garage and they reported that many of the same engine for Hyundai have been recalled. When investigating, my car did the exact same thing being reported, but is not included in the recall.…","quote_2_odi":"11683822","quote_2_text":"The component that failed was the pistons in my engine on my 2019 Hyundai Elantra Se which I see is on recall. I understand that my VIN may have been missed or looked over during the recalling systems decision making. I was on my way to work when my engine just shut off in the…","quote_3_odi":"11725531","quote_3_text":"Car shut off multiple times while driving including coming to complete stop on the freeway in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2019-high-beam-headlights","label":"High-beam headlight operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total)","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721607","quote_1_text":"The high beams don’t work only the low beams work. And the low beams are very dim. The high beam light blue indicator comes on, but the high beams do not turn on. It’s very difficult to see at night.","quote_2_odi":"11734441","quote_2_text":"Highbeam shutters stop working. When engaged the solenoid engages, the shutter attempts to activate (wobbles) but never does. The indicator inside also lights up despite the shuttee never opening.","quote_3_odi":"11688002","quote_3_text":"My high beam lights have malfunctioned and no longer work. The light on the dash states that my headlights are on but they just flick on for one second and discontinue to work. I live in a rural area and can not see at all when leaving home in the early am hours or when…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2019-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total)","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11725354","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil, and oil needed to be added frequently between scheduled oil changes. No visible external leaks were found. The contact referenced NHTSA Campaign Number:…","quote_2_odi":"11718343","quote_2_text":"2019 Elantra has been experiencing oil loss. The last oil change on 14 Feb 2026 at 57400 miles. Checked the oil today 16 Feb 2026 after 266 miles and it was a quart low. It appears that oil consumption is a know issue with Hyundai year and model.","quote_3_odi":"11641235","quote_3_text":"My engine is burning oil at a rapid rate. I have always maintained the vehicle's engine on-time or early and now I am needing to top-off oil many times between frequent oil changes. I am now having to add a quart a week and am changing the oil every two thousand miles to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2019-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total)","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11671397","quote_1_text":"Have a 2019 Hyuandi Elantra. Purchased in 2020 now only 6 years old the white paint on roof of car and around rear window the paint is chipping off. I have a softball size area in roof is all chipping off. I take very good care of my car and can’t believe the paint is all…","quote_2_odi":"11721665","quote_2_text":"“I am reporting the paint failure on my 2019 Hyundai Elantra as a safety-related concern. The widespread peeling has exposed bare metal, creating a risk of corrosion that can weaken body panels and potentially affect structural safety. This also reduces the vehicle’s…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2019-theft-security","label":"Theft and ignition security","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 239 total)","source_complaint_count":239,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11632136","quote_1_text":"Car got broken into, back window smashed. Ignition ripped out, someone tried stealing it, even though I got the recall fixed. try to steal vehicle with USB cord.","quote_2_odi":"11698415","quote_2_text":"A safety recall performed by Hyundai automotive company was completed on 10.4.2022 to remedy a known security flaw in Kia/Hyunai vehicles made between 2011 and 2022. This recall was performed successfully by a certified Hyundai dealer. Since this, the vehicle has been stolen…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-brake-pedal-effort-grinding","label":"Increased brake pedal effort and grinding noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735866","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint to document ongoing brake related concerns on my 2020 Hyundai Elantra that may affect vehicle safety","quote_2_odi":"11531788","quote_2_text":"NORMAL DRIVING, APPLIED BRAKES AND PEDAL VERY HARD TO PUSH DOWN AND STOP AND VERY FORTUNATE TO STOP AT ALL, NOW HAS HAPPENED TWICE. (WHAT TO DO?) SCARED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE!","quote_3_odi":"11458660","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed and there was a grinding sound coming from the brakes. The failure had been experienced on several occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-engine-oil-piston-ring","label":"Engine stalling and oil consumption from piston rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719235","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (ENGINE). While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11692251","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is burning the engine oil. I get regular oil changes on time. I was told by the service center I had low oil at an oil change. It was changed and then again it a few months later I burned through the oil again. I checked it and there was very little oil","quote_3_odi":"11663120","quote_3_text":"Engine timing chains are failing in a direct result from recall campaign ID 21V301000 Piston ring noise sensing system which contaminated my oil accelerating wear on my engine chain and sprockets","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-forward-collision-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system unexpected braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11511636","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has what is now known as \"Phantom Braking\" since day of delivery over two years ago and was reported to NHTSA previously by me and Hyundai which has not or will not try to correct this Safety Hazard. Last incident this occurred on 3/11/2023 for at least the 6th time","quote_2_odi":"11577287","quote_2_text":"The forward collision or emergency braking system gets activated by direct sunlight. Almost every day I drive with the sun directly in front of me in the morning and the car can activate this system with no need when going 30 to 75 mph on the 405, an extremely busy highway","quote_3_odi":"11420844","quote_3_text":"The forward accident avoidance system repeatedly cuts off the gas and prevents the car from moving even when there is nothing that could be considered a hazard in front of the car. It leaves me stranded half way through a turn in an intersection or the entrance to a parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-headlight-high-beam-failure","label":"High-beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713154","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered a total, simultaneous failure of both low-beam and high-beam headlights due to a known manufacturer defect involving internal wiring and melted pigtail sockets","quote_2_odi":"11635606","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH at night, the high beam headlight became inoperable. The contact stated that the high beam on the sign was illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11611988","quote_3_text":"The high beams failed and Hyundai will only say that my VIN isn’t part of the recall. Service Campaign T5G covers the exact same symptoms that my car is experiencing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-ignition-theft-vulnerability","label":"Ignition and steering column vulnerable to theft","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11474015","quote_1_text":"Tens of thousands of Hyundai's and Kia's are being stolen in under 2 minutes due to a design flaw Hyundai and Kia engineers failed to address. With a quick removal of steering column cover and a USB male end, thieves can steal your vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11542515","quote_2_text":"Hyundai updated my car with the “anti-thief” software a few months ago. It clearly did nothing because my car was still stolen. They need to install immobilizers for free to really try to fix the problem!","quote_3_odi":"11549998","quote_3_text":"I’ve had my car for about 5/6 months and it’s been broken into twice and was recently stolen. I haven’t been notified from Hyundai dealership about any recalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-steering-column-grinding-noise","label":"Steering column grinding or rubbing noise at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704783","quote_1_text":"There is a grinding in my steering column, worse at lower speeds. I have spoke to Hyundai about this and several other shops and they said this is a common recall for Elantras and there is a barring that is in the recall. However, my VIN is not in this common recall","quote_2_odi":"11552544","quote_2_text":"There has been a noise coming from my steering column. Its sounds a like rubbing or whirring noise. It only happens at low or stationary speeds. I took the vehicle to a local shop in my area","quote_3_odi":"11450013","quote_3_text":"Noise coming from steering wheel column when turning wheel, especially at low speeds. After research, seems it is an issue that is common for these cars. If the electric steering fails during driving it can seriously injure the driver & passengers, it will cause wrecks to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739852","quote_1_text":"This complaint documents a recurring automatic transmission failure resulting in three complete vehicle shutdowns during active operation — two at highway speed and one in an active turning lane","quote_2_odi":"11743760","quote_2_text":"Reporting on 2020 Hyundai Elantra. I have owned since 2023, my car is currently at a Hyundai certified dealership for it's 3rd transmission in the three years I have owned it. All 3 transmission were inspected and then replaced by Hyundai certified technicians","quote_3_odi":"11573198","quote_3_text":"Started noticing my 2020 Elantra was \"jerking\", \"lurching\" while in motion of driving. RPM would shoot up. A handful of times I would be losing power and almost not make to where I was headed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-backup-camera","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11621050","quote_1_text":"I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding a significant safety issue with my vehicle's backup camera system. The backup camera consistently malfunctions, displaying glitchy images with distorted lines across the screen. This issue renders the camera essentially unusable…","quote_2_odi":"11593541","quote_2_text":"Since last year around 55k miles, my backup camera has stoped working. The first incident happened as I was about to back out of my garage. I opened the garage door and put my car into reverse. As I looked down at the screen and began to back up, I realized the screen showed me…","quote_3_odi":"11647073","quote_3_text":"My back up camera fails to work consistently. This issue appears to only worsen with every use. Sometimes to screen will appear half on and half off. I have yet to receive any notice of a recall and would like to get this fixed if at all possible. Thank you!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stalling and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11453121","quote_1_text":"On 1/27/2022 my daughter was driving home from school in her 2021 Hyundai Elantra SEL which was purchased new on 6/19/ 2021 when at 5600 miles on the odometer a message came on the instrument cluster which read put car in neutral and turn off engine, when it was safe to do so…","quote_2_odi":"11473491","quote_2_text":"At about 11 months old my car suddenly seized while attempting to enter the highway. This came with no type of warning from the vehicle until the car had stopped and then every light on the cluster came on. I was fortunate not to be rear ended…","quote_3_odi":"11693336","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment while the vehicle was idling. The RPM fluctuated and the vehicle stalled while at a complete stop, and while shifted to park(P)…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-forward-collision-radar","label":"Forward collision and smart cruise control warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11562509","quote_1_text":"vehicle only has 14k miles and is showing an error message for \"check forward safety system\" and \"check smart cruise control system\" after some research found this is a very common issue with multiple Elantra's where the front radar goes bad causing safety systems…","quote_2_odi":"11487108","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway, a warning light stating the Forward Collision Warning system became inoperable, as well as the Adaptive Cruise Control System. Vehicle has no collisions, yet the dealer can't get the system to calibrate again.","quote_3_odi":"11614945","quote_3_text":"Several times, including yesterday, my forward collision avoidance engaged by braking suddenly and strongly and INAPPROPRIATELY, almost causing me to be rear-ended. I was nowhere near the car in front of me, and fortunately due to traffic was traveling below the speed limit…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-horn-failure","label":"Horn stops working","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11569887","quote_1_text":"I have had to get the horn replaced on my ELANTRA six times the horn goes out and this can be a very big safety hazard as it has caused people to almost hit me because they didn't see me and my horn wasn't working to alert them this needs to be addressed as soon as possible…","quote_2_odi":"11548798","quote_2_text":"The horn stops working. It is not a fuse related issue. It is the horn itself. There are multiple reports of horn failure in this model, 2021 and 2022, on the internet and social media. There are people reporting that dealerships are also seeing a lot of cars with horn failure…","quote_3_odi":"11559151","quote_3_text":"The horn is a known issue to stop working on the Hyundai Elantra. I have had my car for 10 months, and the horn does not work. This is a very big safety concern and I have been told by mechanics and other Hyundai Elantra owners this is a constant issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-seat-belt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt pretensioner recall and parts availability","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11497445","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall Number 22V354000 has been active since May 18, 2022. The dealership says no dealers in the area have received the part to fix it. The recall itself carries serious safety concerns as the seatbelt will explode metal fragments in an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11494140","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V354000 (Seat Belt) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","quote_3_odi":"11490270","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V354000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-transmission-shudder","label":"DCT transmission shudder and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11491323","quote_1_text":"Ongoing issues whereby when accelerating the car jerks due to the transmission shuddering. There are many times when acceleration is very slow and the gears slowly shift. Brought this up to the dealership where I bought the car and they keep giving me the run around.","quote_2_odi":"11540929","quote_2_text":"Cars DCT transmission constantly slips into neutral and is very dangerous when getting onto main roads.. every time I accelerate my vehicle it sits in neutral and revs to high rpms and slows down until it abruptly changes gears very hard and it repeats this for every gear after…","quote_3_odi":"11722451","quote_3_text":"I owned a 2021 Hyundai Elantra N Line that experienced a recurring transmission issue. In warm weather conditions the transmission would intermittently slip and stutter, causing a jerky engagement when attempting to accelerate. In cold weather the vehicle operated normally…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2021-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake applied","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11484435","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was slowing down and was halfway into a parking spot. Then, it suddenly accelerated, jumped over commercial parking blocks, and ended up stopping after hitting a wall. My brake was not working at that moment. I initially reported it to Hyundai USA…","quote_2_odi":"11549764","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 2 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle accelerated. The vehicle collided with a median and another vehicle. The air bags did not deploy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2022-hybrid-system-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system warning with sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11653071","quote_1_text":"Driving on interstate at 70mph.  Multiple, five or six, warnings pop up in rapid succession mostly dealing with the safety features such as distance to car in front, adaptive speed control, lane keeping. The last one was hybrid system - safely stop. The car then immediately lost…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2022-seatbelt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt pretensioner recall parts unavailability","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11476954","quote_1_text":"I received a recall notice for 22V-354 (Hyundai recall 229) on 8/1/2022. The recall states that this is an important safety recall and Hyundai is preparing a remedy, but it’s not ready yet. It states that owners are strongly recommended to park vehicles outside and away from…","quote_2_odi":"11485871","quote_2_text":"Dealer has been unable to repair the recall associated with my car. I’ve been waiting for half a year for it to be repaired and dealer claims they don’t have the part available for it to be repaired. This shouldn’t take that much time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11513544","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that shortly after purchasing the vehicle, it was discovered that the backup camera display screen image was flickering and distorted, creating a visibility hazard for the driver while reversing…","quote_2_odi":"11672351","quote_2_text":"On multiple accounts did I find my 2023 Hyundai Elantra SEL rear camera not working. Now it displays a green screen and I’ve tested it but with someone directly right behind me while in reverse (not moving) the sensors aren’t going off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11687170","quote_1_text":"Vehicle routinely sputters and stalls at slow speeds. This happens once or twice during most times I use the car. This has happened in intersections and on highways at stop and go traffic. The car is not safe to drive. I haves brought the vehicle into the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11601622","quote_2_text":"While driving at the freeway, the car engine failed. Car alarms went off and digital dashboard show alert of the engine failure. Battery and all other symbols in the dashboard lighted up as well. The vehicle lost speed. Dashboard displayed text indicating to shift gear…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11738447","quote_1_text":"This is the second time the horn has stopped working. The first time was a year or two ago (records available on request), and both of the two horn units failed. The manufacturer Hyundai replaced them both and told me the issue they were having was the stamped housing…","quote_2_odi":"11637301","quote_2_text":"Both high and low horns failed and the vehicle has 61,000 miles. Hyundai said this is a “known issue” to the point that they keep these parts in stock and replace them regularly. This is a safety concern, and required for safety inspection.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-oil-pressure-warning","label":"Low oil pressure warning during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11689420","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring issue with my 2023 Hyundai Elantra where the low oil pressure warning light illuminates consistently during strong acceleration. This is accompanied by a distinct smoky odor from the vehicle. Based on my research into recall 23V-859…","quote_2_odi":"11537001","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Hyundai Elantra vehicle displays a low oil pressure message when accelerating. Is this related to the recent recall for the electric oil pump assembly that may overheat and increase the risk of a fire?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-tire-sidewall-bulges","label":"Tire sidewall bulges and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11516633","quote_1_text":"225/45/17 - Tire had a blowout. The tire had multiple bulges on the side wall. The tire was flat and would not hold air.","quote_2_odi":"11607022","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Elantra equipped with Kumho Tires, Tire Line: Solus, Tire Size: 205/55/R16, DOT Number: 1K2LMYAY. The contact stated that when his daughter started the vehicle in the driveway, she felt that the vehicle was riding low on the driver's front tire…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-transmission-jerking","label":"Transmission jerking and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11738642","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2023 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid 2023 on December 15, 2023, and since early ownership I have experienced persistent jerking/clunking while slowing to a stop, harsh downshifts, hesitation during braking, and rough transitions between electric and engine power…","quote_2_odi":"11640818","quote_2_text":"The transmission is slipping to the point that I have almost gotten in several accidents due to impatient drives and the car not engaging in gear like it should…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11734570","quote_1_text":"Subject: Safety Concern – Unintended Emergency Braking My vehicle is experiencing a serious safety issue involving unintended emergency braking. While driving on the freeway, the vehicle has unexpectedly applied emergency braking on its own…","quote_2_odi":"11590624","quote_2_text":"Multiple times driving on highway at posted speed limit and vehicle displays emergency braking system and just comes to complete stop on highway with oncoming cars going 65mph. Has happened 3 times before.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11525030","quote_1_text":"Had a crack on the windshield which was getting larger quickly. There was no damage caused by debris that I was aware of. Spoke to multiple dealerships and they refused to fix or even check if it was a defect. Went through insurance to get the windshield replaced…","quote_2_odi":"11566137","quote_2_text":"So far since owning this vehicle. I have gone through 7 OEM windshields. I had a 2010 Ford Focus, replaced it with the 2023 Elantra. In 13 years driving the same roads, and only replaced 5 windshields…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-engine-stall","label":"Loss of power and engine stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741490","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving, check engine light illuminated, with a loss of power when accelerating. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with power train failure and received diagnostic code P040100","quote_2_odi":"11595178","quote_2_text":"Vehicle shut off 8 times on my wife while driving. Check engine light did come on with a warning from the vehicle stating a possible issue with our Engine Control System. Shortly after, while ON the roadway, at about 35-40 mph, the car completely shut off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-fca-false-brake","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701567","quote_1_text":"When I am using cruise control, my car will just randomly slam on its breaks. I have taken my car into the dealer multiple times, and they have written it off everytime. They have said it’s “direct sunlight” yet I can prove it’s not happening in the sunlight","quote_2_odi":"11634008","quote_2_text":"NOVEMBER 2023: PURCHASE VEHICLE. SEPTEMBER 2, 2024: DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 50-55MPH IN RIGHT LANE. NO ONE/NOTHING IN FRONT OF ME. CLEAR DAY. VEHICLE COLLISION ALERT STARTS BEEPING, VEHICLE ABRUPTLY BRAKES AND STEERS ITSELF INTO THE LEFT LANE","quote_3_odi":"11603326","quote_3_text":"--Steering was affected and brakes. The vehicle is damaged and may be available for inspection. --Safety was put at risk as the car did not engage in emergency brakes and veered left into another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn inoperative or intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622991","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Hyundai Elantra limited horn stopped working, almost causing someone to hit me. The car only has 4,000 miles on it. I am extremely lucky I did not get in an accident because of this","quote_2_odi":"11656883","quote_2_text":"The horn stopped working in our 2024 Elantra. This is a widespread issue (see NHTSA complaints and Reddit posts). I called ahead to verify with the San Leandro dealership that parts were in stock to perform this repair under warranty (prior to scheduling appointment)","quote_3_odi":"11637002","quote_3_text":"At 16,000 miles the horns on my vehicle failed. This occured on busy tollway just as a driver began to enter my lane from the right side. When I tried to engage my horn to warn him I was unable and had to slam on my brakes to avoid a collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-lane-departure-alert","label":"Driver attention warning false alerts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707856","quote_1_text":"This happens frequently and has probably happened at least 6 or 7 times since I purchased the car last month. Digital warning alert appears on dash for no reason saying “Consider Taking a Break” even though i consistently keep my car in my lane","quote_2_odi":"11706638","quote_2_text":"I randomly get warning lights that my camera is disabled for Lane Departure Warning, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Collision warning, Lane Assist Warning. Each warning message I get comes one after the other stating CAMERA disabled","quote_3_odi":"11629518","quote_3_text":"Driver attention warning: Consider taking a coffee break comes on every 5 minutes. Very distracting to the driver. There is no option to turn this warning off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-oil-loss-engine-damage","label":"Engine oil loss leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672727","quote_1_text":"My oil plug fell out causing engine damage. They are saying it is fault of wal mart who did last oil change but 2 months and 12,000 miles have passed since oil change and they will not cover under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11626808","quote_2_text":"I had my oil changed in September at McGovern Hyundai in Leominster, MA. I have the invoice on file and my app that I have with them. I went out of town on [XXX]. At approximately [XXX], I heard a loud pop, saw smoke and immediately pulled over","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-steering-instrument-fault","label":"Power steering and instrument cluster malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742737","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the tachometer, the odometer, and the power steering became inoperable, nearly causing the contact to drive off the road. Additionally, the turn signal lights were not functioning","quote_2_odi":"11666981","quote_2_text":"This is a repeat incident. While driving, the speedometer stops working, tachometer, all of the collision warning systems start going through a self test, the check engine light comes on, and most concerning is the power steering","quote_3_odi":"11592053","quote_3_text":"Dash lights come on randomly while driving it disables all safety features, engine ticking , randomly my driver side window goes down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2024-tire-separation","label":"Tire tread separation while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696465","quote_1_text":"Partner was traveling at or under the posted speed limit, when the front passenger tire \"blew.\" He lost control of the vehicle and was thrown into a home. Car is a total loss. The home is damaged, and he suffered injuries","quote_2_odi":"11645238","quote_2_text":"Wife was driving home last night at 35 mph front left passenger tire completely came apart car is almost brand new car only has 8466 miles on it same as tire can send pics and video of tire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2025-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714912","quote_1_text":"Despite the collision, the vehicle’s airbags failed to deploy, which I believe is a safety defect. I am concerned that this poses a serious risk to myself and other passengers","quote_2_odi":"11747113","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at a red light with the precise pressure on the brake pedal, the RPM became elevated, the brake pedal was released, and as a result, the vehicle increased in speed and crashed into the rear of another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2025-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal failure to respond","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715057","quote_1_text":"Anytime vehicle is over 35mph brakes fail, vehicle has to coast to a lower speed before you can engage braking","quote_2_odi":"11672184","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was pulling into a customer's driveway at 5 MPH, the vehicle stalled and rolled back and crashed into a parked Ford F-150. The brake pedal was applied, but the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2025-driver-attention-alert-distraction","label":"Driver attention alert distraction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666178","quote_1_text":"I keep getting a warning that pops up saying “consider taking a break”. It’s very distracting and there’s no way to turn it off. Please give us a way!","quote_2_odi":"11695773","quote_2_text":"The “consider taking a break” warning pops up way too frequently and cannot be disabled. It completes the exact opposite of its intended purpose, and actually is a danger to driving, as it diverts your attention away from the road","quote_3_odi":"11671577","quote_3_text":"Driver Attention Warning System. It is often incorrect, and EXTREMELY annoying, and distracting. It can not be shut off. It does not understand that wind, and potholes cause somewhat erratic driving habits, coupled with overly sensitive steering systems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2025-forward-collision-assist-malfunction","label":"Forward collision assist braking malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730256","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH with the cruise control activated, the braking system failed to engage, causing the contact to manually depress the brake pedal to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11700405","quote_2_text":"On a recent road trip, the automatic brake system activated twice in a manner that could have put our lives at risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra","model_slug":"elantra","cluster_id":"elantra-2025-rear-seat-restraint-hardware-failure","label":"Rear seat restraint hardware failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748350","quote_1_text":"The rear driver‑side seat belt in my 2025 Hyundai Elantra will not extend or retract. The seat belt was used under normal conditions, with no excessive force, misuse, or accident that would cause damage","quote_2_odi":"11707177","quote_2_text":"The rear seat back would not latch or lock in the upright position. The vehicle and seat are available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/elantra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing doors from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11584781","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon attempting to enter the vehicle, the driver's side door failed to open, after which he became aware that the failure existed with all four doors. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11557161","quote_2_text":"Without warning, the rear, driver side door was unable to be opened from the inside or outside. Several months later in October 2023, the same issue has happened with the rear passenger side door","quote_3_odi":"11520757","quote_3_text":"Door latch on back two doors failed and will not open at all. First door failed at 60,000 miles while getting additional maintenance at Hyundai dealership and door was discovered broken upon pickup. Dealership diagnosed problem but refused to fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-engine-knock-rod-failure","label":"Engine knocking and connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11617934","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has about 136,000 miles and was driving when the engine just started knocking. There were no engine warning lights or any other indications there might be an issue. We Towed the vehicle to the dealer, and they advised that it needs a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11545665","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed","quote_3_odi":"11658501","quote_3_text":"Was driving the car on a two lane road and engine shut off. Had to coast to side of road. Had car towed to deal and they say it is a bottom end knock and engine has to be replaced. It has 54,000 miles and has been serviced regularly by Hyundai dealers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil failure with cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11628977","quote_1_text":"Ignition coil failure. Causing misfires and rough idle. Misfire initially found in cylinder 2 when check engine light illuminated and check with an OBD II reader. Swapped the cylinder 1 ignition coil with cylinder 2. Check engine light returned the next day with the same signs","quote_2_odi":"11521907","quote_2_text":"Ignition Coil Failure on 2017 Hyundai Elantra with just over 29,000 miles. Engine misfiring, jerking, idling roughly, and hesitating while accelerating, along with the Check Engine Light turning on","quote_3_odi":"11616421","quote_3_text":"All four engine coils blew before 60,000 miles. The car was being used and maintained properly and there were no associated engine or spark plug defects noted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11564654","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted","quote_2_odi":"11580818","quote_2_text":"The car randomly dies on de-acceleration. It gives no warning and I have seen online this is a known issue with this year/model. I have 55,000 miles on it, it's been regularly serviced","quote_3_odi":"11562857","quote_3_text":"My vehicle keeps shutting down while I’m driving. It happened 5 times in the past week and twice today. It happens when I’m driving slow to make a turn or after the car has been stopped for a while (i.g. stop light and drive through window)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption without low-oil warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11523548","quote_1_text":"My car is rapidly losing oil at an alarming rate and I believe the 2017 Elantras should be a part of the Oil consumption recall. For at least over the past year at 111,094 miles, my car needs to have the oil refilled at every 3 week period averaging only 1,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11606624","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption and engine oil needed to be added on several occasions. The contact inspected the vehicle but there were no leaks were found. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11627931","quote_3_text":"The oil level burns down to next to nothing approximately every 2 months, with no oil light warning or engine light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling from roof and hood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11697164","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling on hood and roof. Hyundai has recalled some vehicles with white paint but there are other colors affected. My car color is symphony silver","quote_2_odi":"11552291","quote_2_text":"The body of our car has been losing paint in big strips. As we drive, large paint chunks will fly off parts of our vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11609130","quote_3_text":"White pearl paint peeling exposing metal while advancing and getting larger. Had issue shortly after purchasing the car and was addressed by dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss and steering lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":732,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11549589","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH and attempting to make a left turn, she became aware that the power steering was not functioning. The electronic power steering warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11570286","quote_2_text":"My steering wheel locked while I was driving and it was very difficult to pull the car over to stop, as the steering wheel became very tight. I was in a roundabout and almost crashed. My EPS light came on and went off once I turned the car off","quote_3_odi":"11536559","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Electronic Power Steering Assist would randomly fail and the steering wheel would become difficult to turn in either direction. After restarting the vehicle, the failure was corrected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-brake-booster-fault","label":"Sudden braking and brake booster fault","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11647580","quote_1_text":"when moving during heavy traffic the car, when braking, will suddenly stop or stop heavily at slow speeds. this causes passengers to be jolted as well as following cars. possible rear end collision is the effect as well. passenger safety of accident is a concern. no warning or","quote_2_odi":"11245944","quote_2_text":"18000 MILES ON THE CAR STARTED HEARING AIR COME FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHO INFORMED ME THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER WAS FAULTY NO RECALL ON THE 2018 ELANTRA GT BUT THERE IS ON THE 2017. CAR LOOSING POWER AND SLIPPING TRANSMISSION. DEALER WAS PLANNING TO CHARGE FOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-collision-warning-lights","label":"Forward collision and ABS warning lights","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11607125","quote_1_text":"Parked car on street (facing slightly uphill) on Saturday morning, neutral weather conditions. Upon starting car several hours later, yellow warning lights were displayed for Collision Avoidance, ABS, and Stability Control. Yellow Auto Hold light was illuminated and could not be","quote_2_odi":"11497859","quote_2_text":"The collision warning system has failed 4 or 5 times since I bought the car new in March of 2019. When the system stops working, the warning \"Check BSD\" appears on the driver's display. A couple of times the system started working without service. Other times service was","quote_3_odi":"11176420","quote_3_text":"THE AEB SYSTEM DOES NOT SHOW ANY WARNINGS OR ATTEMPT TO STOP THE CAR. I DO NOT DRIVE AROUND TRYING TO MAKE THIS FEATURE WORK BUT AFTER GETTING THE NEW CAR I DID REALIZE IT WAS NOT DETECTING ANYTHING WHILE MY OTHER CAR DETECTS AND STOPS FINE IN THE SAME SCENARIO. I HAVE GONE TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11266182","quote_1_text":"AFTER SWITCHING ENGINE OFF, SOME ELECTRICAL (MAYBE IGNITION) REMAINS ON WHICH SOMETIMES DRAINS BATTERY. THIS ISSUE HAS ALWAYS OCCURRED UPON SHUTTING CAR OFF","quote_2_odi":"11647588","quote_2_text":"when i was in the rear seat and closed left side door, i found myself stuck. the window would not go down from switch as well so i could not use outside handle for exit. after climbing to other side of backseat with my physical impairment (difficult in tight space backseat) i","quote_3_odi":"11396644","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 HYUNDAI ELANTRA GT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SHUT-OFF VEHICLE, THE INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM REMAINED ACTIVATED WHICH RESULTED IN A CHECK BATTERY LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CAROLINA HYUNDAI OF HIGH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11446240","quote_1_text":"So took my car for a recall at Hyundai which it was related to a camp 966 engine monitoring. The car has been turning off multiple times so took it to them and they told me it needs a new engine at only 60,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11131771","quote_2_text":"WHILE ON HIGHWAY CAR MOTOR STOPPED WORKING COULD NOT GET CAR TO TURN BACK ON. THIS HAPPENED ON A BUSY HIGHWAY. AFTER 8 DAYS IN DEALERSHIP SO FAR RECEIVED A CALL SAYING THE CARS FUEL PUMP MAY BE THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11130331","quote_3_text":"CAR SHUT OFF WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY RANDOMLY STARTED SHAKING. ALL LIGHTS TURNED ON CHECK ENGINE,MOTOR OIL LIGHT BATTERY LIGHT. CAR SHUT OFF TO THE POINT WHERE I COULDN'T ACCELERATE. SO IMAGINE BEING ON THE HIGHWAY AND YOUR CAR SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY WHILE YOUR IN MOTION AND CANT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-headlight-visibility","label":"Headlight low-beam visibility pattern","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11195841","quote_1_text":"I HAVE THE SPORT MODEL OF THE ELANTRA GT WITH THE FULL LED HEADLIGHTS AND THERE ARE MOON SHAPED SHADOWS WITHIN THE HEADLIGHT PATTERN THAT ARE VERY DISTRACTING WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11092018","quote_2_text":"THE LIGHTING AREA OF THE HEADLIGHTS IS MUCH TOO LOW. YOU CAN NOT SEE VERY WELL THE AREA IN FRONT OF YOU. SEE THE ATTACHED IMAGE OF A GROUP OF GIRLS ON THE SIDEWALK. YOU CAN BARELY SEE THEM FROM THE WAIST OR KNEES DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11091992","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS, THERE IS VERY A DISTINCT SHADOW IN FRONT OF CAR. IT IS VERY DISTRACTING AND DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption requiring refills","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11686907","quote_1_text":"Engine is burning excessive amounts of oil regularly","quote_2_odi":"11632165","quote_2_text":"The engine burns oil quickly which could lead to the engine blowing. I have to get more oil changes than average to the engine burning oil","quote_3_odi":"11670888","quote_3_text":"It uses a lot of oil with no visible leak or reason. I put new oil in all the time. All the time! For two years since buying it used. Warning light does not come on till it's out. Car is hot, of course, and stops running in the middle of the road. I see there is a recall on some","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Rod bearing knock and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11500801","quote_1_text":"Engine rod bearing failure cause engine broke if You have any information please give me and hyundai have a recall for knock sensor they cause a premature engine failure cause Fire in most of the case","quote_2_odi":"11443321","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving approximately at 40 mph a loud ticking noise was suddenly present coming from the engine compartment and the vehicle would not properly accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who","quote_3_odi":"11399096","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A THE INTERSTATE GOING 75 MPH WHEN I HEARD A LOUD THUMPING NOISE FROM THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE, I LOST POWER STEERING, POWER BRAKES AND THE CAR SHUT OFF. I HAD TO STRUGGLE TO MANEUVER AND STOP THE CAR TO THE EMERGENCY LANE. IT WAS THEN TOWED TO THE DEALER THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2018-tire-sidewall-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11476453","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2018 Hyundai Elantra GT sport. The side walls on the Hankook Ventis S1 Noble 2 tires are cracking. The tires lose air constantly and cannot be driven on for a fear of a blowout. There has been a recall for this same make and model of tire just not this size for","quote_2_odi":"11435092","quote_2_text":"The tires came stock on this model car and at the 30K mile mark I noticed cracking or splitting in the sidewalls of each of the tires. I am not aware if the manufacture, Hankook, has released any statements or confirmation about this issue but the issue occurred well with the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2019-engine-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Engine oil consumption and stall from piston-ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":96,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665965","quote_1_text":"Large amount of oil consumption. Told by dealership that engine replacement is needed","quote_2_odi":"11640740","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The vehicle lost power in the middle of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11636264","quote_3_text":"A hole in the engine block developed and oil leaked out of the engine and became a fire hazard and caused catastrophic engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2019-high-beam-headlight-failure","label":"High-beam headlight actuator failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650117","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that the high-beam headlights became inoperable. The contact stated that the high-beam headlights failed to function properly","quote_2_odi":"11469212","quote_2_text":"The headlamp actuator inside the headlight assembly that flips to reveal high beams or low beams is made of a cheap, flimsy plastic that wears down quickly. When it is worn down, the rod can no longer control whether high beams or low beams are shown","quote_3_odi":"11528032","quote_3_text":"The high beam nolonger functions. On this make model for this year, the manufacturer uses only one bulb for low and high beam","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2019-seat-belt-sensor-malfunction","label":"Seat belt sensor and retractor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11554463","quote_1_text":"The driver side seatbelt is pulled out and will not retract. Our safety is at risk every time we drive this vehicle as the seatbelt won't protect the driver from being flung into other passengers or prevent from being flung out of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11429176","quote_2_text":"4 year old was buckled into carseat, seat belt would not loosen for him to get out, seat belt was tightening against his t Stomach and daycare faculty had to cut him out Dealership cost will be 621.00 to repair","quote_3_odi":"11288308","quote_3_text":"SEAT BELT SENSOR ACTIVATES WITH VERY LITTLE WEIGHT IN THE SEAT (LESS THAN 10 LBS) THE ALARMS CONTINUES TO GO OFF EVEN WHEN THE SEAT IS EMPTY. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES IN THE LAST FEW WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2019-theft-lack-of-immobilizer","label":"Vehicle theft due to missing engine immobilizer","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512241","quote_1_text":"Anti theft system does not have standard engine immobilization, highly theft rate, owner at risk of danger while using vehicle if car jacked which is a high possibility since the Kia boys posted how to steal this particular vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11502936","quote_2_text":"Hyundai Elantra was stolen for the 2nd time AFTER Hyundai's immobilizer was supposedly installed in the vehicle. Car was parked and locked in a secured employee parking lot with cameras. Rear window was busted out steering column torn down and ignition switch removed","quote_3_odi":"11480272","quote_3_text":"My car was stolen. I'm waiting to hear how much repairs will cost. The steering wheel ignition lock is easy bypassed by using only a small screwdriver or USB cord","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-brake-pedal-grinding","label":"Brake pedal resistance and grinding noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531788","quote_1_text":"NORMAL DRIVING, APPLIED BRAKES AND PEDAL VERY HARD TO PUSH DOWN AND STOP AND VERY FORTUNATE TO STOP AT ALL, NOW HAS HAPPENED TWICE","quote_2_odi":"11458660","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and approaching a traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed and there was a grinding sound coming from the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11439041","quote_3_text":"On June 30 2021 I was parking in front of a store in Oceanside Ca as I was pulling into the Parking space the engine started to race and the car would not stop I hit a Planter first and the wall of an hobby Nobby store","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-cruise-control-rpm-surge","label":"RPM increase when cruise control is engaged","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11484125","quote_1_text":"When cruise control is activated the rpm increases 700 to 1000 rpm regardless of the speed","quote_2_odi":"11365872","quote_2_text":"CONDITIONS: WHILE DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD SURFACE/TERRAIN, MAINTAINING A CONSISTENT SPEED, AND CONSISTENT PEDAL APPLICATION. IF YOU SET CRUISE CONTROL, THE RPMS WILL JUMP BY 500 OR MORE","quote_3_odi":"11312174","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH ON A HIGHWAY I ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL. TO MY SURPRISE THE ENGINE SPEED INCREASED BY 500-700 RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stall and failure from oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663120","quote_1_text":"Engine timing chains are failing in a direct result from recall campaign ID 21V301000 Piston ring noise sensing system which contaminated my oil accelerating wear on my engine chain and sprockets","quote_2_odi":"11555531","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was sluggish and hesitant while accelerating. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_3_odi":"11417675","quote_3_text":"Vehicle engine seizes and will not start. Happens multiple times. Towed vehicle to dealership and they state there is no recall for this problem however; NHTSA has a recall number of: 21V301000. Really getting the runaround","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-high-beam-headlight-failure","label":"High beam and headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635606","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH at night, the high beam headlight became inoperable. The contact stated that the high beam on the sign was illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11611988","quote_2_text":"The high beams failed and Hyundai will only say that my VIN isn’t part of the recall. Service Campaign T5G covers the exact same symptoms that my car is experiencing","quote_3_odi":"11556339","quote_3_text":"Daytime running lights faulty from manufacture. Had to replace headlights once already and now out again. Hyundai has made this headlight assembly non repairable and charges over 1k for a replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-steering-noise-and-lockup","label":"Steering column noise and intermittent lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11575251","quote_1_text":"Good morning, I was hearing a rubbing noise every time I turned my steering wheel on my 3020 Hyundai Elantra. I did some research and found a Hyundai service bulletin explaining the worm gear shaft","quote_2_odi":"11552544","quote_2_text":"There has been a noise coming from my steering column. Its sounds a like rubbing or whirring noise. It only happens at low or stationary speeds","quote_3_odi":"11450013","quote_3_text":"Noise coming from steering wheel column when turning wheel, especially at low speeds. After research, seems it is an issue that is common for these cars","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-theft-vulnerability","label":"Vehicle theft via steering column ignition vulnerability","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11474015","quote_1_text":"Tens of thousands of Hyundai's and Kia's are being stolen in under 2 minutes due to a design flaw Hyundai and Kia engineers failed to address. With a quick removal of steering column cover and a USB male end, thieves can steal your vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11549998","quote_2_text":"I’ve had my car for about 5/6 months and it’s been broken into twice and was recently stolen","quote_3_odi":"11442038","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was stolen, due to known design flaws of Hyundai/Kia","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra GT","model_slug":"elantra-gt","cluster_id":"elantra-gt-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and jerking during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11363233","quote_1_text":"COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE UNDER 2,800 MILES ON THE CAR. HELD 5TH GEAR ONLY AND LIMPED TO VICTORVILLE HYUNDAI WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. EXTREME LOSS OF POWER, DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITIONS WITH SUDDEN LOSS OF GEARS AND POWER. IN MOTION, HIGHWAY DRIVING AT 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11536195","quote_2_text":"Transmission studders and looses acceleration while driving","quote_3_odi":"11406056","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. THE VEHICLES TACHOMETER STARTED OSCILLATING SLIGHTLY, JUMPING UP AND DOWN. THE NEXT SYMPTOMS WAS THE CAR AT TIMES FELT LIKE IT HAD A BUCKING/JERKING SENSATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/elantra-gt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-abs-module-recall-brakes","label":"ABS module recall and brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11507504","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the brake pedal would intermittently depress to the floorboard without warning","quote_2_odi":"11418745","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact had initially taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where he had the brake booster and brake master cylinder replaced","quote_3_odi":"11432004","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V061000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment while parked or not in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11534596","quote_1_text":"I have a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. On Saturday, July 22, 2023, after the car was put into park in my fathers driveway and the emergency brake put on, the front driver and passenger bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11470767","quote_2_text":"I pulled up to my house, turned the ignition off, and the airbag deployed in my face","quote_3_odi":"11438441","quote_3_text":"My daughter was parked sitting in this car before going into work when all the airbags but the front ones deployed. The driver side one hit her arm very hard. The car was on but in park. Nothing hit the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-battery-electrical-failure","label":"Battery drain and electrical system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11452698","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle used, just three years ago. It had a little over 100k miles on it. Since purchase date, the car has died at least eight times and I've had to take it in for inspection four times. It has had three different batteries","quote_2_odi":"11375833","quote_2_text":"MY CAR CONTINUALLY WILL NOT START. I'VE HAD TO HAVE THE BATTERY JUMPED SEVERAL TIMES VIA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE. I COULD DRIVE IT ONE DAY AND THE NEXT DAY, ITS DEAD","quote_3_odi":"11373003","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT WINDOWS STOPPED WORKING FIRST THEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOORS STOPPED LOCKING CONSISTENTLY USING A REMOTE AND FINALLY THE ALARM WOULD GO OFF DAILY WHEN THE CAR WAS NOT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-engine-failure-fire","label":"Engine noise, seizure, and engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11656304","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while her son was driving 25 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed and the engine seized","quote_2_odi":"11477432","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE KNOCKS -LOUD RATTLE WHILE IDLING","quote_3_odi":"11266887","quote_3_text":"LOUD NOISE STARTED COMING FROM ENGINE WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. TAKEN TO HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP AND DIAGNOSTICS INDICATED A BAD ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11681342","quote_1_text":"The contact's mother owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, the \"Power Steering\" warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11666318","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Elantra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, with the power steering warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to turn","quote_3_odi":"11609345","quote_3_text":"EPS Electric Power Steering warning and unable to steer to drive. I was quoted $3,200 to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Elantra Touring","model_slug":"elantra-touring","cluster_id":"elantra-touring-2010-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11444735","quote_1_text":"December 4, 2021 while driving to San Diego, CA, interstate 8W, Hyundai started jerking and pulling very hesitant. I took the car to my mechanic on December 13th and he informed me that the transmission had a slippage problem!","quote_2_odi":"11414914","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AND ON INCLINES - LOSING POWER TO THE WHEELS (FEELS LIKE YOU ARE IN NEUTRAL, AND THE RPM'S GO WAY UP). A VERY SCARY AND DANGEROUS FEELING WHEN MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY FOR INSTANCE","quote_3_odi":"11385478","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS 85,000 MILES AND THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS IN 2ND AND 3RD GEARS. DOES NOT MATTER IF THE WEATHER IS WARM OR COLD OR IF ENGINE IS WARM OR COLD. REOCCURRING PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/elantra-touring","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-air-suspension-front-end-drop","label":"Air suspension failure causing front end to drop","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10531682","quote_1_text":"WHILE WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR, THE CAR'S FRONT SUSPENSION SUDDENLY FAILED, THE FRONT COLLAPSED AND THE BODY OF THE CAR NEARLY TOUCHED THE GROUND ON FLAT GROUNDS AND DRAGGED AGAINST THE GROUND ON INCLINES AND DECLINES. THE WHEELS RUBBED AGAINST THE BODY OF THE CAR ON TURNS AND","quote_2_odi":"11058378","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI EQUUS. WHILE DRIVING UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE FRONT END FRAME DROPPED TO THE GROUND AND THE STABILITY INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO HOMER SKELTON HYUNDAI (8145 CRAFT RD, OLIVE BRANCH, MS 38654) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"10468861","quote_3_text":"THIS WAS THE DATE OF THE FIRST INCIDENT, ANOTHER INCIDENT HAPPENED THREE MONTHS LATER. WE WERE JUST DRIVING ALONG AND THE AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM FAILED AND THE WHOLE CAR, MOSTLY THE FRONT DROPPED A NUMBER OF INCHES, WE COULD BARELY DRIVE HOME AND HAD TO HAVE VEHICLE TOWED, SEEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-brake-lights-fail-without-headlights","label":"Brake lights fail to illuminate unless headlights are on","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10894079","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI EQUUS. THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE LIGHTS WERE OPERABLE WHEN THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN","quote_2_odi":"10894091","quote_2_text":"WHEN APPLYING CAR BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKES LIGHTS WILL NOT ILLUMINATE. IF I TURN ON CAR HEAD LIGHTS THE BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATE. BUT IF THE HEAD LIGHTS ARE OFF THEY DON'T WORK","quote_3_odi":"10616518","quote_3_text":"DRIVER BEHIND ME ALERTED THAT MY BRAKES WORKED BUT MY BRAKE LIGHTS DID NOT WORK. HE INDICATED THE POTENTIAL FOR SERIOUS ACCIDENT ON THE NATION'S HIGHWAYS. DEALER REPLACED BRAKE HARNESS DIODE Z06. AGAIN ON 20MAY2014, THE SAME THING HAPPENED. THIS TIME, DEALER REPLACED DIODE Z01","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-electrical-component-failure","label":"Electrical system component failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2013-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10508541","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDIA EQUUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF. WHEN THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED BROWNISH SOOT WITHIN THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AREA AND SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10499916","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI EQUUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND ALL OF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION BUT THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"10467989","quote_3_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT MY CAR, IT RANDOMLY OPENS THE TRUNK BY ITSELF WITHOUT PUSHING ANY BUTTON ON THE DASHBOARD OR ON THE REMOTE CONTROL. ONE TIME, I ALMOST DROVE BACK INTO A CAR PASSING BY, BECAUSE MY REAR VIEW WAS BLOCKED BY OPENED TRUNK. I AM AFRAID THAT MY TRUNK MAY OPEN WHILE I AM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine failure and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11654706","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed, and the contact was advised that","quote_2_odi":"11463358","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled however, the driver was able to pull to the side of the road where the vehicle lost motive and was unable to be restarted. The contact stated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-front-camber-caster-alignment","label":"Front wheel camber and caster out of alignment specification","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10956821","quote_1_text":"I HAVE 2011 HYUNDAI EQUSS THAT STARTED HAVING VSM ISSUE THAT WOULD KEEP SMART CRUISE FROM WORKING>IT WAS RESOLVED TO BE A BRAKE SWITCH!>DURING THE TRIPS TO (2) DIFFERENT HYUNDAI EQUSS DEALERSHIPS FIRST IN LEXINGTON@ GLENN'S HYUNDAI & FINALLY AFTER ISSUE WAS NOT RESOLVED","quote_2_odi":"10935225","quote_2_text":"AFTER SEVERAL FAILED ATTEMPTS TO FIND A SERVICE CENTER OR AUTHORIZED DEALER TO ADJUST MY ALIGNMENT, I FELT IT WAS NECESSARY TO FILE A COMPLAINT REGARDING MY CONCERNS ABOUT MY VEHICLE'S FRONT TIRE ALIGNMENT. MY MOST RECENT EXPERIENCE OCCURRED ON DECEMBER 14, 2016 AFTER GETTING A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2011-long-brake-pedal-travel-hecu","label":"Long brake pedal travel linked to HECU","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11317194","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES ALMOST TO THE FLOOR WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED. I DO NOT HAVE MUCH BRAKING AND I HAVE CHANGED THE BRAKE PADS (FRONT/REAR) AND BLED THE BRAKES AND IT DID NOT HELP. I HAVE READ THAT THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (HECU) AND THE PART","quote_2_odi":"11180224","quote_2_text":"CAR BRAKES FAILED TO SLOW CAR IN EMERGENCY TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY, BRAKES WERE WORKING FINE THEN THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOD AND ALMOST HIT THE CAR AHEAD. REAR BRAKES WERE NEW, REPLACED FRONT PADS, BUT BRAKE PEDAL STILL GOES TO THE FLOOR. THERE WAS A RECALL FOR GENESIS HCU , WHICH","quote_3_odi":"10920266","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL IS VERY LONG. I MUST BEGIN THE STOPPING PROCESS MUCH EARLIER THAN PREVIOUS. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED A FAILED HECU. THE VEHICLE IS ONLY A FEW MILES AND ONE MONTH OUT OF WARRANTY. HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA HAD AN INSPECTION CAMPAIGN FOR GENESIS HECU UNITS, BUT NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air suspension collapse or lowering while driving","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11533343","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2014 Hyundia Equus on the interstate going 65 mph when my from suspension collapsed. The air ride suspension failed as I was driving. The car became unstable as my safety and the safety of those around me could have been catstrophic","quote_2_odi":"11473408","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lowered, causing the contact to nearly lose control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11424809","quote_3_text":"Car is equipped with an air bag suspension system. There was a failure with the airbags around 18 months ( in 2016) of the car being put in service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"ABS brake recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11588709","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of","quote_2_odi":"11570143","quote_2_text":"THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (\"ABS\") MODULES THAT COULD LEAK BRAKE FLUID INTERNALLY AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OVER TIME. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD RESULT IN SIGNIFICANT OVERCURRENT IN THE ABS MODULE INCREASING THE RISK OF AN ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11558345","quote_3_text":"I am unable. To drive my car anywhere. Each time I start my car. All warning lights flash like a Christmas light. It causes the car to suddenly be slowed down. Or not to go full speed?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure or seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11697541","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 70MPH on the highway, my 2014 Hyundai Tucson Limited suddenly locked up with no warning lights, no noise and no prior symptoms. The engine completely seized, causing immediate loss of power","quote_2_odi":"11547515","quote_2_text":"Engine failure/thrown rod in engine while drive. 90k miles","quote_3_odi":"11110780","quote_3_text":"ENGINE FAILURE - CAR HAS 32K MILES; NEVER HAD ANY WARNING LIGHT APPEAR ON THE DASH; OUT OF NO WHERE DEVELOPED A KNOCKING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight intermittent shutoff or reduced beam distance","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11501608","quote_1_text":"Within a month, our headlights flashed on and off for a brief second. Occurred more often after that and the dealer checked the car to resolve problem. Nothing found. Months later, problem got more severe and once again dealer tried to fix and could not find a problem","quote_2_odi":"11458481","quote_2_text":"Headlight provides inadequate lighting, car not in compliance with FMVSS 108. Caused by the reflector bowl in the low beam HID projector losing its reflective coating. Heat/UV emitted by the bulbs burns it off. Visibility reduced to 38 feet","quote_3_odi":"11163381","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS ON THE CAR WILL GO TOTALLY OFF FOR TWO/THREE SECONDS. IT DOES NOT OCCUR EVERYTIME I DRIVE AT NIGHT BUT HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN THE PAST TWO WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-headrest-failure","label":"Front seat headrest sudden deployment or failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11680967","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the driver's side head restraint suddenly deployed from the seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the head restraint needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11607024","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Equus. The contact stated that while his wife was outside on a hot day, upon opening the door, the front headrest air bag deployed without impact. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11352946","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER HEADREST SPLIT OPEN SPONTANEOUSLY. THERE WAS NO EXTERNAL IMPACT OR CRASH. THERE WAS NO PUSHING/PULLING OR OTHER PRECEDING INCIDENT TO CAUSE THIS. IT APPEARS THAT THE INTERNAL PLASTIC PART OF THE HEADREST FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-seat-unintended-movement","label":"Front passenger seat moves via rear seat control","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10621680","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE BACK SEAT PASSENGER PUSHES THE RECLINE BUTTON ON THE RIGHT REAR PASSENGER SEAT CONTROLS, THE FRONT SEAT STARTS TO COLLAPSE. WHAT HAPPENS IS THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT STARTS TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE BACK OF THE SEAT MOVING IN A COLLAPSING MOTION PINNING THE FRONT SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10568446","quote_2_text":"SUDDENLY, THE PASSENGER SEAT STARTED TO MOVE FORWARD & AT THE SAME TIME THE SEAT BACK BEGAN TO FOLD FORWARD. MY SON SHOUTED OUT THAT THE SEAT WAS MOVING, BUT NEITHER HE NOR I WERE TOUCHING ANY OF THE CONTROLS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Equus","model_slug":"equus","cluster_id":"equus-2014-unintended-acceleration-cruise","label":"Unintended acceleration after cruise control disengagement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11269083","quote_1_text":"CAR STARTS ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN AFTER LONG HIGHWAY DRIVES ONCE CRUISE CONTROL IS DISENGAGED. MESSAGE APPEARS 'SERVICE ENGINE IMMEDIATELY. VEHICLE SPEED LIMITED DUE TO MALFUNCTION' WHEN IN FACT VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11172301","quote_2_text":"SPORADICALLY IN WET OR DAMP CONDITIONS THE CAR ON STARTUP MY REV PAST 5000 RPM AND WILL NOT STOP. TOUCH ACCELERATOR WITH NOT CHANGE, MUST TURN OFF AND RESTART SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11231361","quote_3_text":"2) WHEN RESETTING THE CRUISE CONTROL TO THE PREVIOUS SETTING, IT CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE PAST PREVIOUS SETTING (OVER 100 MPH) UNTIL BEING MANUALLY DISENGAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/equus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-airbag-dash-crack","label":"Dashboard fracture at air bag location","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11023399","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A SPLIT ACROSS MY DASH WERE THE AIR BIG IS I CALL THE MAIN OFFICE AND I WAS TOLD THAT THEY WILL NOT FIX IT.MY CONCERN IS MY FAMILY SAFETY","quote_2_odi":"10821897","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG I BROUGHT MY CAR IN TO HAVE THE AIRBAG AND DASH CHECKED BY HYUNDAI DEALER IN WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA. THE DASH AROUND MY AIRBAG HAS CRACKED IN A PERFECT LINE AT THE AIR BAG LOCATION PHOTO ATTACHED. THEY REFUSED TO CHECK THE AIRBAG. HOWEVER THEY CONTACTED HYUNDAI AND ASKED","quote_3_odi":"10807430","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THERE WAS A FRACTURE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD THAT WAS CAUSING THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TO BECOME VISIBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE VIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11166210","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WENT AIRBORNE WHEN I HIT A RAILROAD CROSSING WITH A STEEP DROP OFF, LANDED IN A DITCH AND FLIPPED SEVERAL TIMES END OVER END, LANDING UPSIDE DOWN. I WAS AIRLIFTED TO AN AREA HOSPITAL. ONLY 1 OF THE 6 AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. I LOST FEELING IN THE SIDE OF MY FACE WHERE MY HEAD","quote_2_odi":"10787766","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON CRASH AT APPROX 45 - 50 MPH YET NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.........UPDATED 12/30/15 *BF *TR","quote_3_odi":"10464640","quote_3_text":"IN APRIL 14 2012 AROUND 2AM NJ ATCO I WAS REAR END FROM BEHIND ABOUT 40MPH, I WAS ACCOMPANY BY MY COUSIN HE SAT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. MOST OF THE DAMAGE WAS DONE ON HIS SIDE. I DRIVE A HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 2010. HIS SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOYED.. I CAN PROVIDED PICTURES IF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-brake-light-switch","label":"Brake light or stop lamp switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10633727","quote_1_text":"TOOK MY 2010 GENESIS IN FOR SERVICE...BRAKE STOP LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING. REPLACED DEFECTIVE SWITCH. TOOK MY SAME CAR IN FOR STATE INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 9, 2014, BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING AGAIN. REPLACED DEFECTIVE SWITCH MYSELF BECAUSE OF 2 HOUR DRIVE TO DEALER AND THE SAFETY","quote_2_odi":"10593760","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHTS ON THE 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS (AND POSSIBLY OTHER YEARS/MODELS HYUNDAI VEHICLES) HAVE VARIOUS PROBLEMS WITH THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILING TO WORK. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS NOT ONLY TO THE HYUNDAI GENESIS DRIVER, BUT ALSO FOR ANY DRIVER FOLLOWING BEHIND THE CAR. THERE HAS","quote_3_odi":"10893237","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY FAILED TO START. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE SWITCH ASSEMBLY WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-brake-pedal-sink","label":"Brake pedal loss or reduction under braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11655571","quote_1_text":"Brakes went completely out while driving, absolutely terrifying. Pedal went straight to the floor and wouldn't stop. I had to manually downshift until it was under 5 mph and then it would barely stop","quote_2_odi":"10783774","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON SPRING CYPRESS RD (SPRING, TX) APPROACHING STATE HIGHWAY 249 AT 30 MPH, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES AT THE INTERSECTION AND THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR. IF I DIDN'T START PUMPING THE BRAKES, I WOULD HAVE REAR ENDED CAR ON FRONT OF ME. IF THIS","quote_3_odi":"10525812","quote_3_text":"SEVERAL MONTHS AGO WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE, THE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR. HOWEVER, UPON STOPPING THE CAR AND RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE CAR APPEARED TO BE NORMAL. I CALLED THE DEALER AND REPORTED THE PROBLEM AND WAS TOLD BY THE SERVICE WRITER THAT IF IT WAS NOT \"DOING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10859999","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER. THE MECHANIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE DAYS LATER. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_2_odi":"10609302","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE","quote_3_odi":"10715933","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON ROUTE 81 TO HARRISBURG AND HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND MY ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF. I HAD TO COAST OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO A SAFE PLACE. I HAD TO GET MY CAR TOWED AND MY MECHANIC INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND ADVISED THAT THE CONNECTING ROD INSIDE THE ENGINE BROKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlights switching off during turn signal use","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10888159","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED DURING NIGHT, WHEN USING THE TURNING SIGNALS THE HEAD LIGHTS TURNED OFF INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT","quote_2_odi":"10644415","quote_2_text":"WHEN USING TURN SIGNALS, HEADLIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF. WELL DOCUMENTED ON YOUTUBE; HTTP://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=1IRLOV-BKDU & HYUNDAI GENESIS FORUM; HTTP://GENESISOWNERS.COM/HYUNDAI-GENESIS-FORUM/SHOWTHREAD.PHP?T=12504 HIGH SAFETY RISK DURING NIGHT TIME DRIVING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10621679","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY ROADS AND MADE LANE CHANGE. UPON ACTIVATING THE TURN SIGNAL, THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF AND REMAINED OFF UNTIL THE TURN SIGNAL WAS DEACTIVATED. THIS HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE. THIS SEEMS TO BE VERY DANGEROUS FOR NIGHT DRIVING ON POORLY LIT ROADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-headrest-deploy","label":"Active headrest inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11266035","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN A GROCERY STORE PARKING LOT AND WENT OVER A SPEED BUMP AT MAYBE 2 MILES AN HOUR AND BOTH MY FRONT HEADREST DISCHARGED","quote_2_odi":"11470847","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that after parking and exiting the vehicle, moments later after returning to the vehicle it was discovered that the driver’s and passenger’s side headrest restraint had deployed. The cause of the failure was not","quote_3_odi":"10532821","quote_3_text":"I WAS TURNING INTO THE DRIVEWAY OF A SHOPPING CENTER WHEN I WAS REAR-ENDED BY ANOTHER CAR. THE FORCE OF THE COLLISION CAUSED BOTH ACTIVE HEADRESTS TO LAUNCH. THE FORCE OF THE ACTIVE HEADREST HITTING THE BACK OF MY HEAD CAUSED A CONCUSSION AND FOR TWO DAYS A LOSS OF ALL MEMORIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2010-transmission-grind","label":"Transmission gear grinding or failure to engage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10981101","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR USED WITH 32,500 MILES. FROM DAY 1 THERE WAS A GRIND GOING INTO 5TH GEAR. THIS WAS A KNOWN PROBLEM, BUT NO TSB OR RECALL WAS EVER SENT OUT ABOUT IT. JUST A TSB TO CHANGE THE FLUID . AT 82,000 MILES THE 5TH GEAR SYNCHRO BROKE. I HAD TO BUY A USED TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10577189","quote_2_text":"CAR WOULDN'T SHIFT INTO 1ST GEAR. IT JUST MADE A GRINDING NOISE. FINALLY IT WENT INTO GEAR BUT KEPT MAKING A NOISE WHEN IN 1ST GEAR. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10446698","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 3.8L TRACK MODEL, I EXPERIENCE SEVERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SHIFTING FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR WHENEVER THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 30 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT THE TRANSMISSION GRINDS GOING INTO GEAR. HYUNDAI USA HAD A TSB ABOUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy and inflator dashboard cracking","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11325311","quote_1_text":"THE HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 2011 WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING THE CRASH","quote_2_odi":"10605214","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT CRASHED HEAD ON INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11442152","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that the passenger’s side frontal air bag inflator slits were visible from a crack in the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-brake-light-diode-failure","label":"Brake lights fail to illuminate from diode failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10663559","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLED OVER BY A POLICEMAN WHO NOTICED THAT ALL OF MY REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WERE NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"10947679","quote_2_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED. DUE TO FAILURE OF DIODE","quote_3_odi":"11310407","quote_3_text":"THE Z01 DIODE FAILED CAUSING THE BRAKE LIGHTS NOT TO ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-brake-pedal-hecu-failure","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor from corroded HECU module","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10946702","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED EVEN WHEN THE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOOR. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10965739","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL ON THE SUBJECT CAR, HYUNDAI GENESIS 2011, BECAME TOO SOFT (MUSHY) WHEN PRESSED DOWN. NO BRAKING ACTION UNTIL THE PEDAL IS WITHIN 1\" FROM THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"11204308","quote_3_text":"HYUNDAI RECALL #114 AND NHTSA RECALL #13V489000 STATE THE BRAKE FLUID THE MANUFACTURE USES DOES NOT PROTECT THE H.E.C.U. OR HYDRAULIC ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (A.K.A. ABS CONTROL UNIT) AGAINST INTERNAL CORROSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-engine-stall-no-warning","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off without warning while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11039276","quote_1_text":"ENGINE SOMETIMES CUTS OFF WHEN I STOP AT A STOP LIGHT. DASHBOARD LIGHTS STAY ON. ENGINE STARTS WHEN I PUT CAR IN NEUTRAL AND PUSH START BUTTON WITH FOOT ON THE BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"11103492","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10958024","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED, BUT RESTARTED INDEPENDENTLY AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-headlight-flicker-turn-signal","label":"Headlights flicker off when turn signal is used","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11556020","quote_1_text":"Headlights will intermittently flicker off for several seconds when using turn signal","quote_2_odi":"10927136","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS WILL GO OUT WHEN ENGAGING THE TURN SIGNAL WHEN ON THE ON POSITION ONLY ( NOT THE AUTO POSITION) LIGHT WILL REMAIN OFF FOR BETWEEN 1 AND 10 SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"10554593","quote_3_text":"WHEN USING TURN SIGNAL AT NIGHT THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-headrest-self-deploy","label":"Active headrest self-deployment striking occupant","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11745785","quote_1_text":"Passenger side seat's active headrest auto deployed/broke when I was driving the car alone","quote_2_odi":"11282696","quote_2_text":"THE HEADREST DISENGAGED INTO 2 PARTS AND HURT MY GIRLFIREND'S NECK","quote_3_odi":"11289988","quote_3_text":"FREEWAY DRIVING AT SPEED LIMIT (65MPH) PASSENGER SEAT HEAD REST SELF ENERGIZED CAUSING PASSENGER TO BECOME UNCONCIOUS FOR ONE OR TWO MINUTES, WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Manual and automatic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10948906","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED THIS CAR WITH ONLY 35000 MILES ON IT, AND THE 5TH GEAR HAD ALREADY BEEN GRINDING","quote_2_odi":"11031575","quote_2_text":"CAR HAS A MANUAL 6 SPEED TRANSMISSION WHICH HAD BEEN REPLACED TWICE (ONCE UNDER WARRANTY FOR 5TH GEAR GRIND @ 45K MILES AND AGAIN AFTER FACTORY WARRANTY EXPIRED WITH < 30K ON NEW TRANSMISSION)","quote_3_odi":"10562692","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE GEAR BOX SEIZED AND SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle speed control causing unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10846064","quote_1_text":"MY 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS ENGAGED IN UNINTENDED SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON 3/9/16 AT 5:35 PM, IN TAMPA, FL, RESULTING IN A CRASH INTO A DWELLING AT 306 WEST FRANCES AVENUE, TAMPA, FL.33607","quote_2_odi":"10469959","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST TWO MONTHS I'VE EXPERIENCED THREE CASES OF UNCONTROLLED ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10406955","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A WALL ON APRIL 23, 2011","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2012-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction causing stall or lock failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11013990","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED NUMEROUS TIMES AND THE CHECK BATTERY WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE HYUNDAI DEALER","quote_2_odi":"10985442","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW MOTOR SHORTED OUT AT 68K MILES. IT WOULD ONLY INTERMITTENTLY ROLL UP OR DOWN, AND WOULD GET STUCK IN EITHER CONDITION, ALLOWING RAIN, SNOW AND DIRT TO ENTER THE VEHICLE. HYUNDAI QUOTED $680 TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11541351","quote_3_text":"Driver's side passenger door lock does not electronically function--either by key fob or by driver's control. Passenger door must be manually locked and unlocked. This defect was present from time car was purchased new but was only discovered after car was out-of-warranty since","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2012-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10893551","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALL. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT SPEED BELOW 25MPH DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC ON THE FREEWAY THE ENGINE SUDDENLY STALLED. ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH LIGHTED UP. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR STOPPED, PUT IT IN PARK AND IT STARTED UP AGAIN AS IF NOTHING HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11101185","quote_2_text":"ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT AROUND SPEEDS OF 20 MPH. THE BRAKES AND STEERING WILL STOP. HAPPENS SPORADICALLY NOT OFTEN BUT SCARY. HAS HAD HAPPEN ABOUT 5 TIMES WITHIN A YEAR PERIOD","quote_3_odi":"11012340","quote_3_text":"3 TIMES OVER THE LAST 2 MONTHS THE CAR STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS BETWEEN 15-25 MPH LEAVING ME WITH NO STEERING OR POWER BRAKES. THIS IS OBVIOUSLY A KNOW PROBLEM AS THERE ARE MANY WEB POSTINGS ABOUT THIS DANGEROUS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2012-headlight-flicker-turn-signal","label":"Headlight flicker when turn signal is engaged","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11268776","quote_1_text":"WITH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON WHILE DRIVING, ACTIVATING THE TURN SIGNAL WILL TURN ON HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS OR CAUSE THE LOW BEAMS TO TURN OFF INTERMITTENTLY (ABOUT HALF OF TURN SIGNAL OPERATIONS). LIGHTLY TOUCHING OR TAPPING THE LIGHT STALK WILL HAVE THE SAME EFFECT","quote_2_odi":"11010157","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF WHEN TURN SIGNAL IS ENGAGED, DANGEROUS AT NIGHT. HAPPENS WHILE IN MOTION OR SITTING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. CAR HAS JUST OVER 48K MILES","quote_3_odi":"10870398","quote_3_text":"AT NIGHT HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF MOMENTARILY WHEN IN MOTION AND USING TURN SIGNALS AND TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2012-hecu-brake-failure","label":"HECU-related soft or spongy brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11749208","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal has been intermittently low/spongy and has progressively gotten worse. During these events, the brake pedal goes nearly to the floorboard, and braking power is weak but will typically function after pumping the pedal repeatedly. Stopping or slowing in an emergency","quote_2_odi":"10938937","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. BRAKES ACT AS IF FAILING. DEALER DIAGNOSED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER DEFECT, REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF THE MASTER CYLINDER. MILEAGE ONLY 67,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11541373","quote_3_text":"Brakes are spongy/soft - My car has been inspected by a Hyundai dealership and an ABS control module replacement has been recommended at cost of $2901","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2012-transmission-shift-slip","label":"Automatic transmission hesitation and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11605009","quote_1_text":"During normal driving conditions, the 8 speed automatic transmission will randomly hesitate to upshift from 2nd to 3rd and from 4th to 5th, causing an unpredictable loss of power. Symptoms will show up intermittently, and do not seem to be caused by certain events","quote_2_odi":"11395908","quote_2_text":"THE HYUNDAI GENESIS HAS A TRANSMISSION PROBLEM WHERE IT SLIPS OUT OF GEAR AND ROUGH SHIFTS 2-3RD GEAR AND 4-5TH GEAR. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE. THEY UPDATED SOFTWARE, NO CHANGE","quote_3_odi":"11066730","quote_3_text":"OUR 2012 GENESIS 4.6L V-8 WITH THE 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAS AN INTERMITTENT PROBLEM WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE TRANSMISSION WILL AT TIMES AND W/O WARNING SHIFT HARSHLY DURING UP-SHIFTS EVEN AT LOW MOTOR SPEEDS WHICH CAN CAUSE THE CAR TO LURCH UNPREDICTABLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment and airbag component failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11449550","quote_1_text":"None of the air bags deployed upon impact. The contact's daughter, her husband, and their thirteen-year-old daughter, who were passengers in the vehicle, later received medical treatment but did not sustain any injuries","quote_2_odi":"11118693","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIR BAG ENCLOSURE WAS FRACTURED. THE CONTACT FURTHER STATED THAT THERE WAS A SEPARATION BETWEEN THE AIR BAG AND THE ENCLOSURE","quote_3_odi":"10930067","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A POLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-brake-pedal-abs-recall","label":"Soft brake pedal and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11577690","quote_1_text":"SOFT BRAKE PEDAL ON APPLICATION...AND CONTINUES TO FLOOR BEFORE ANY ACTIVE BRAKING. NO WARNING OR LIGHTS ACTIVE ON DASH. THIS RESULTS IN EXTENDED BRAKING DISTANCE AND POSSIBLE COLLISION WITH VEHICLES AHEAD","quote_2_odi":"11587200","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while leaving the garage, the brake pedal had to be pumped to stop the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11589353","quote_3_text":"recall issued for significant fire risk from ABS system. It has been over a year now and Hyundai will not even give a time estimate of when they will offer to replace the fuse block that is the fire risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stalling and no-start conditions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11241959","quote_1_text":"2013 GENESIS HAS NEEDED THE CLOCK SPRING REPLACED FOUR TIMES IN TWO YEARS AND EACH TIME IT ONLY LASTS ABOUT A WEEK BEFORE THE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON INDICATING THE CLOCK SPRING HAS FAILED AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11110157","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH AND MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"10536742","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED. THE STEERING SYSTEM, DASH BOARD LIGHTS, AND OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS BECAME DISABLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-engine-failure-stalling","label":"Engine failure and stalling from bearing or rod damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11675594","quote_1_text":"Total engine failure due to bearing displacement which caused the engine to fail and throw a rod. This caused 3 holes in the engine block which caused oil to pour out onto the highway","quote_2_odi":"11635530","quote_2_text":"I was driving normally on the highway when my a loud noise came from the front of my car. My engine completely died, I was able to get on the shoulder of the road before power steering died","quote_3_odi":"11598538","quote_3_text":"Engine knocking. Sounds like rod thrown and bushings shot. Happened out of nowhere. Was driving 20mph and it just started banging","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and gear engagement problems","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10991568","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING WHILE DRIVING THE RPM GO VERY HIGH AND ENGAGE BACK TO GEAR AND THE CAR SHAKE AND MOVE RAPIDLY FORWARD MAKING DANGER TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10748937","quote_2_text":"WHEN SHIFTING INTO 5TH OR 6TH GEAR ON THE MANUAL TRANSMISSION FOR THE 3.8L HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 2013, IT GRINDS HORRIBLY. CLUTCH IS FULLY DEPRESSED AND STILL GRINDS","quote_3_odi":"11327517","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION ISN'T SHIFTING . SOMETIMES STALLS BEFORE CHANG INTO GEARS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11219588","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE CAME HOME AN TOLD ME THAT THE CAR HAD ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN. I TOOK IT FOR A DRIVE AFTER SHE HAD SHUT IT OFF, AND FOUND NO PROBLEMS","quote_2_odi":"10669159","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO TWO VEHICLES THAT WERE PARKED","quote_3_odi":"10592716","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN TRAFFIC, STOPPED AND ATTEMPTING TO CHANGE TO NEXT LEFT HAND LANE, CAR STALLS FOR A FEW SECONDS INSTEAD OF ACCELERATE, THEN IT TAKES OFF AFTER DELAY. THE DELAY WILL CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11280946","quote_1_text":"I GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT IN OCTOBER 2019 WHERE I WAS REAR ENDED AND CARRIED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE BUT MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ALTHOUGH MY HEADRESTS DID DEPLOY BUT PRIOR TO THE ACCIDENT MY CAR WOULD FISHTAIL WHEN MAKING TURNS WHEN THE ROADS WERE WET AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE","quote_2_odi":"10971410","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A MOVING TWO CAR COLLISION ON A CITY STREET INTERSECTION. AFTER EVERYTHING CAME TO A STOP, I REALIZED MY AIRBAG DID NOT WORK. MY FRONT END WAS TOTALLY DAMAGE. ONE OF THE TWO METAL BAR-BEANS HOLDING THE BUMPER WAS COMPLETELY BROKE;","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2014-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11256395","quote_1_text":"CAR ENGINE SHUTS OFF/STOPS RUNNING, WITHOUT WARNING, WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS. AT SLOWER SPEED, IN TOWN, COMING TO A STOP OR SLOWING FOR A TURN. CAR STARTS BACK UP RIGHT AWAY, AND WON'T STOP AGAIN FOR A LONG TIME","quote_2_odi":"11174359","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY WHEN MY VEHICLE STALLED NEARLY CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT. THERE WAS NO WARNING, ENGINE LIGHT OR ISSUES WITH THE CAR STARTING OR DRIVING. NO ISSUES WITH IDLING OR ANYTHING TO SUGGEST I NEEDED SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"11060718","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE CURB. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2014-headlight-flicker-turn-signal","label":"Headlight flicker during turn signal use","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11299285","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING WITH HEADLIGHTS ON, THE HEADLIGHTS SOMETIMES FLICKER WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNAL STALK, OCCASIONALLY GOING OUT UNTIL THE STALK IS JIGGLED. THIS HAPPENS REPEATEDLY","quote_2_odi":"11052889","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS FLASH OFF OR STAY OFF WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNALS. AT NIGHT WHEN CHANGING LANES OR TURNING CORNERS THE HEADLIGHTS SOMETIMES GO OFF FOR A MOMENT WHEN ENGAGING THE LEFT OR RIGHT TURN SIGNAL LEVER","quote_3_odi":"11033897","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHT FLICKER OFF WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNAL, STAYS OFF FOR 1-2 SECONDS. LIGHT SWITCH IS IN THE ON POSITION. THIS HAPPENED WITH ME DRIVING AT NIGHT AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, VERY SCARY !!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2014-hecu-brake-failure","label":"HECU/ABS module brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11582499","quote_1_text":"I have had intermittent brake pedal to the floor issue for the past two years. It started off occasionally, but turned into daily. It's very very dangerous as the brakes barely work. To remedy, I had the brake rotors and pads changed, brake fluid flushed","quote_2_odi":"11561447","quote_2_text":"My HECU unit failed at only 61k miles. My car is a sedan not a coup, so Hyundai does not want to cover it under the recall. This is redicules, my safety is at steak","quote_3_odi":"11558178","quote_3_text":"HECU failure only has 61k this is an ongoing issue with Hyundai. Hyundai covers the 2014 coup, but not the sedan in a recall for this issue. I don’t understand the difference","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11222199","quote_1_text":"CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE AFTER STARTING AND PUT INTO GEAR. I DIDN'T TOUCH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, NOR WAS THE FLOOR MAT TOUCHING THE PEDAL. I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AND SHUT IT OFF. AFTER SHUTTING OFF AND RESTARTING, IT DID THIS 3 MORE TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11172274","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION OF VEHICLE AFTER REMOVING FOOT FROM GAS PEDAL. AFTER STARTING MY CAR AND BACKING UP, I PUT MY VEHICLE INTO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11016406","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE ACCELERATE ON IT ON WHEN IS IN PARK GEAR. I TURN OFF THE ENGINE TO STOP THE ACCELERATION OF RPM, I TURN OFF ENGINE WHEN I SAW IT GOES UP TO 6000 RPM, WHICH I BELIEVE IT COULD CONTINUE TO RAISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-brake-line-recall-delay","label":"Brake line corrosion and hydraulic recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11323389","quote_1_text":"THIS IS A PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT!!! I HAVE A 2015 HYUNDAI GENESIS WITH ONLY 63K MILES ON IT…","quote_2_odi":"11443594","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-headlight-auto-mode-shutoff","label":"Headlight auto-mode flicker and shutoff","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11362959","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT OR DURING DAY, MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH THAT CONTROLS HEADLAMPS WILL, WITHOUT INTERACTION, FLIP THE LIGHTS FROM AUTO TO OFF…","quote_2_odi":"11280745","quote_2_text":"WHEN MY HEADLIGHTS ARE IN THE \"AUTO\" POSITION AND I ENGAGE MY TURN SIGNALS MY HEADLIGHTS WILL FLICKER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-oil-pressure-sensor-failure","label":"Oil pressure sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11644091","quote_1_text":"A well known and documented case of the oil pressure sensor switch failure has occurred on my car…","quote_2_odi":"11635013","quote_2_text":"Oil pressure sending unit sensor failed and triggered oil light to come on.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-rear-door-handle-failure","label":"Rear door handle and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11475838","quote_1_text":"Driver rear door latch failed, door refuses to open from the outside or the inside…","quote_2_odi":"11429499","quote_2_text":"The rear passenger door will not open from inside or from outside of the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-starter-no-start","label":"Starter and no-start electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749032","quote_1_text":"Starter wiring burned and caused a small, localized fire in the engine compartment of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11618109","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V107000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-steering-wheel-sticking","label":"Steering wheel sticking in turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11698533","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 AWD has steering issue. The steering wheel \"sticks,\" not returning to the center on its own when steer more than 20 degrees either to the left or right…","quote_2_odi":"11525009","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel sticks in turns, requiring the wheel to be pulled back to center…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11727835","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded outwards towards traffic while driving on highway…","quote_2_odi":"11246500","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC ROOF REAR PANEL SHATTERED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2015-turn-signal-bulb-burnout","label":"Turn signal and DRL bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":305,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11529192","quote_1_text":"My turn signals burn bulbs burn out constantly (2x a year) and I drive approx 8k miles per year…","quote_2_odi":"11476969","quote_2_text":"Driver side front turning signal/Daytime Running light burns out constantly…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-abs-recall-parts-delay","label":"ABS brake recall repair parts remain unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11428675","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V160000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who stated the parts were not available","quote_2_odi":"11405525","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50-55 MPH, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11626295","quote_3_text":"The car's auto hold brakes locked by themselves and could not be released","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-headlight-auto-shutoff","label":"Automatic headlights shut off while using the turn signal","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11615723","quote_1_text":"When headlights are in auto mode, use of the turn signal can result in the headlights flickering or shutting off completely. This is not the result of hitting the light mode switch but rather an electrical short occurring in the stalk","quote_2_odi":"11464051","quote_2_text":"I was driving at night on highway and tried to switch lanes. After I gave left signal and start changing lanes headlights turned off for several seconds. I almost panic and pushed the brake pedal. It was the Multifunction Switch which was going from Auto mode to Off","quote_3_odi":"10992497","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH ON A HIGHWAY AT NIGHT ALL THE INTERIOR LIGHTING, DASH, AND HEADLIGHTS WENT COMPLETELY OUT FOR THREE SECONDS THEN CAME BACK ON. WE SLOWED DOWN BUT THIS HAPPENED THREE TIMES BEFORE WE REACHED OUR DESTINATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-oil-pressure-sensor","label":"Oil pressure sensor triggers false low oil warning light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11732788","quote_1_text":"Oil pressure switch in engine fails to accurately read oil pressure due to a lack of voltage, needing replacement","quote_2_odi":"11715963","quote_2_text":"The oil pressure light illuminates at low RPMs and turns off under a load or higher RPMs. In checking Hyundai Genesis forums, this is a common failure/fouling of the oil pressure switch","quote_3_odi":"11546462","quote_3_text":"The engine oil pressure sensor is failing on a lot of these vehicles at around 60k miles. The repair is costly due to where the sensor is located. Repair is more than $1000 dollars for a part that costs $180","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-rear-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle or latch fails and door will not open","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11722431","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the passenger’s side rear door failed to open from inside or outside or unlock as needed","quote_2_odi":"11667561","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that upon arriving to his destination and attempting to retrieve his child from the vehicle, the driver's side rear door failed to open. No warning lights were illuminated. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11390883","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER FRONT DOOR HANDLE SNAPPED FREE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO OPEN. THE REAR PLASTIC RETAINING CAP FAILED PREMATURELY ON A SELDOMLY USED DOOR. THE FAILURE RESULTED IN THE DOOR NOT BEING ABLE TO BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-starter-wiring-fire","label":"Starter or wiring harness failure with smoke or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11694040","quote_1_text":"Dear NHTSA, I am filing this complaint to formally report a serious vehicle safety hazard and to express concern over how Hyundai/Genesis has handled it","quote_2_odi":"11585229","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, she heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment, after which she observed smoke coming from the engine compartment before the vehicle lost electrical power","quote_3_odi":"11547324","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Genesis. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked; however, after entering the vehicle, the contact smelled an abnormal smoke odor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel locks and fails to return to center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11747998","quote_1_text":"The steering rack malfunctions or fails. When driving at high speeds, the steering wheel gets stuck after being turned. It does not return to center and has to be yanked or forced back to center","quote_2_odi":"11705312","quote_2_text":"Steering becomes stuck in a curve and doesn't return to center. This creates a very dangerous condition when the steering \"unsticks\" and causes the car to veer from side to side. Condition is caused by a failure inside the electric power steering rack","quote_3_odi":"11618174","quote_3_text":"Purchased this car from a Hyundai dealer and immediately after multiple times the steering has stuck in place while making a left hand turn, not allowing the car to come out of the turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis","model_slug":"genesis","cluster_id":"genesis-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shatters while vehicle is in motion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11323125","quote_1_text":"THIS IS AWFUL, I WAS JUST DRIVING ON A SUNNY SUNDAY AND I HEARD THE WIND AND START WONDERING WHAT IS CAUSING IT. THEN I OPENED THE SUNROOF WINDOW AND PIECES OF GLASS STARTED TO FALL OVER MY HEAD AND ALL OVER MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11089191","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE IS WAS ON A HIGHWAY DOING 70MPH WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OR NEAR BY. THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED SENDING TINY PIECES OF GLASS ALL OVER THE VEHICLE INTERIOR. THE SUNROOF WAS NOT HIT BY ANY DEBRI ON THE ROAD. THE WEATHER WAS SUNNY WITH 50F","quote_3_odi":"10947549","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL LOUD NOISE THAT CAME FROM THE VEHICLE AND THEN NOTICED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/genesis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10396305","quote_1_text":"I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ONTO ROUTE 25 IN RIDGE, NEW YORK AND WAS STRUCK BY A SPEEDING VEHICLE (I WOULD ESTIMATE AT 65 MPH +) ON THE LEFT FRONT QUADRANT. THE GENESIS (MY CAR) WAS TOTALED AS A RESULT. MY COMPLAINT IS THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"10787766","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON CRASH AT APPROX 45 - 50 MPH YET NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.........UPDATED 12/30/15 *BF *TR","quote_3_odi":"11166210","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WENT AIRBORNE WHEN I HIT A RAILROAD CROSSING WITH A STEEP DROP OFF, LANDED IN A DITCH AND FLIPPED SEVERAL TIMES END OVER END, LANDING UPSIDE DOWN. I WAS AIRLIFTED TO AN AREA HOSPITAL. ONLY 1 OF THE 6 AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Loss of braking power with pedal traveling to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11655571","quote_1_text":"Brakes went completely out while driving, absolutely terrifying. Pedal went straight to the floor and wouldn't stop. I had to manually downshift until it was under 5 mph and then it would barely stop","quote_2_odi":"10985676","quote_2_text":"PARTIAL LOSS OF BRAKING - WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 45 MPH THE VEHICLES IN FRONT OF ME ABRUPTLY SLOWED DOWN REQUIRING ME TO QUICKLY APPLY MY BRAKES. UPON APPLICATION OF MY BRAKES, I STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND THEN THE BRAKE PEDAL SUDDENLY RELEASED, PROVIDING LIMITED","quote_3_odi":"10648728","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND MY BRAKES WENT TOTALLY OUT. IT IS A MIRACLE THERE WASN'T A CRASH WITH SOMEONE KILLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-dash-crack-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking at airbag location with warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10821897","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG I BROUGHT MY CAR IN TO HAVE THE AIRBAG AND DASH CHECKED BY HYUNDAI DEALER IN WEST PALM BEACH FLORIDA. THE DASH AROUND MY AIRBAG HAS CRACKED IN A PERFECT LINE AT THE AIR BAG LOCATION PHOTO ATTACHED. THEY REFUSED TO CHECK THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"10807430","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE THERE WAS A FRACTURE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE DASHBOARD THAT WAS CAUSING THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TO BECOME VISIBLE","quote_3_odi":"11486647","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Genesis. The contact's wife stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he noticed that prior to the warning light being illuminated, a tear that had formed under the \"SRS Air Bag\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-headlight-turn-signal","label":"Headlights black out when turn signal is used","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893665","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS FLICKER ON AND OFF WHEN USING TURN SIGNALS. THEY WILL GO OFF FOR AS LONG AS TWO SECONDS AND THEN COME BACK ON. VERY UNSAFE WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10621679","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY ROADS AND MADE LANE CHANGE. UPON ACTIVATING THE TURN SIGNAL, THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF AND REMAINED OFF UNTIL THE TURN SIGNAL WAS DEACTIVATED. THIS HAS OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY SINCE","quote_3_odi":"10680412","quote_3_text":"2) THE HEADLIGHTS SWITCH OFF INTERMITTENTLY WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNALS TO CHANGE LANES OR TURN. THEY FLASH ONCOMING DRIVERS AS I CLICK DOWN TO TURN THEM ON BEFORE THE TURN, OR WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL CLICKS BACK AFTER THE TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-manual-trans-grind","label":"Manual transmission grinding and gear rejection","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893639","quote_1_text":"6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION HARD TO GET INTO SOME GEARS. GRINDING NOISE IS HEARD ON UPSHIFT FROM 2ND TO 3RD AND DOWNSHIFT FROM 6TH TO 5TH. THIS IS THE SECOND TRANSMISSION THE DEALER INSTALLED","quote_2_odi":"10892796","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION GRINDING/SYNCRO ISSUES, 2ND, 3RD, 5TH GEAR GRIND, GEAR LOCKOUT, GEAR REJECTION(INTERMITTENT DAILY OCCURRENCE WITH NO PATTERN), CAN CAUSING LOOS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INABILITY TO SAFELY ACCELERATE ETC","quote_3_odi":"10446698","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE 3.8L TRACK MODEL, I EXPERIENCE SEVERE PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN SHIFTING FROM 1ST GEAR TO 2ND GEAR WHENEVER THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW 30 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT THE TRANSMISSION GRINDS GOING INTO GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-no-start-stall","label":"Intermittent failure to start and unexpected stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10609302","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"11067001","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND RESTARTED AFTER ONE ATTEMPT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11561212","quote_3_text":"Electrical Battery Draining Replaced Battery In Oct 2023 Within 1 to 3 Weeks No Power Battery Dead . Cannot Find What Is Drawing Power That Is Draining The Battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Genesis Coupe","model_slug":"genesis-coupe","cluster_id":"genesis-coupe-2010-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle response anomalies","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":156,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11523254","quote_1_text":"While driving, throttle stuck wide open. It was like I was flooring the gas pedal. I managed to pull over and stop vehicle. I restarted and was able to drive home","quote_2_odi":"10475866","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE BY ENGAGING THE PUSH-TO-START BUTTON, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED","quote_3_odi":"11166506","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI GENESIS. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO IDLE MODE. AFTER THE THIRD ATTEMPT OF DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/genesis-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-autonomous-braking-uninstructed","label":"Uninstructed autonomous brake application while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11740138","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while passing a nearby vehicle on the left lane or while a street sign was nearby on the right side, the vehicle would independently apply the brakes without the brake pedal being depressed. No warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11463942","quote_2_text":"The regenerative brakes had an error go off, which caused the brakes to stop working properly. This error went off twice, once in my driveway upon starting my car, then it reset itself. And again while driving, in which I nearly rear ended the car in front of me due to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-cruise-control-speed","label":"Cruise control unintended speed increase","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466376","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway at 68 mph. Set cruise control and it raced speed up to 110 mph on its own. Cancelled cruise and tried to set at similar speed approximate 5 times with same result. Restarted car and gripe has not repeated in over 2,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11584582","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon parking and exiting the vehicle, he plugged in at the charging port, at which point the vehicle accelerated independently. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-epb-autohold-warning-light","label":"Electronic parking brake and auto hold warning light activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11617668","quote_1_text":"EPB and auto hold lights come on intermittantly/randomly","quote_2_odi":"11633119","quote_2_text":"EPB and auto hold lights come on intermittently with no user input or obvious reason. This does not occur every time that the vehicle is driven and does not have an obvious cause nor pattern. When issue appears, it may sometimes but not always be resolved by parking, then…","quote_3_odi":"11514514","quote_3_text":"On 12/25/21 less than 2 months after purchase, amber color warning lights came on dashboard saying \"AUTO HOLD\" and \"EPB\" light up on dash and a chime noise would sound when flashing message lit up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-epb-inoperative","label":"Electronic parking brake inoperative or unintended engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11707144","quote_1_text":"Auto hold at stops unexpectedly stops working with car in drive, it can suddenly roll forward  Electric parking brake becomes inoperative","quote_2_odi":"11681582","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle with the Smart Cruise Control activated, the EPB (Electronic Parking Brake) warning light activated. Additionally, while stopped, the EPB erroneously deactivated, causing the vehicle to drive forward, and the driver had to…","quote_3_odi":"11724369","quote_3_text":"Electric parking break and auto hold sensor lights on dash, manual indicates malfunction. Hyundai service center has investigated and replaced the faulty sensor but issue still remains","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-forward-collision-aebs-malfunction","label":"Forward collision warning and AEB system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516415","quote_1_text":"Stopped in a right turn lane with a vehicle in front of me stopped. It 1as a right turn with a yield sign. The vehicle in front of me started turning and pulling away, I rolled forward at about 8mph and looked left. The vehicle that was in front of me had stopped after beginning…","quote_2_odi":"11546636","quote_2_text":"Shortly after purchasing my Ioniq (roughly 2 months into ownership) my dashboard started beeping with warning signs for my EPB and auto-hold brake. I panicked and parked my car and tried to turn off the functions because I thought I had accidentally turned them on but they…","quote_3_odi":"11553326","quote_3_text":"The EPB light appeared on the dash panel of the car on 7/13/2023, along with the EPB light, the cruise control, the auto hold function, and the electric parking brake stopped functioning. The light will disappear on a restart and reappear after a period of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq","model_slug":"ioniq","cluster_id":"ioniq-2022-sunroof-glass-separation","label":"Sunroof glass separation while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11630733","quote_1_text":"Driving along the highway at highway speed, the sunroof exploded over our head.  The glass blew outward from the center of the sunroof. There was nothing the hit the glass","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-12v-battery-discharge","label":"12-volt battery discharge and repeat replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11720223","quote_1_text":"Multiple 12v batteries died within one year of installation; ICCU finally failed at about 3.5 years of ownership. Towed to dealer on January 16, 2026, still no repair as of February 24, 2026.","quote_2_odi":"11633464","quote_2_text":"12 V battery died after being plugged in to charge overnight. The 12V battery was replaced in May 2024 due to a similar issue. It seems that the ICCU recalls and software updates have not been fixing the problem.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-ac-charging-failure","label":"Loss of Level 1 and Level 2 AC charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11741280","quote_1_text":"The ICCU failed to charge the car via level 1 (120VAC or 240VAC), but does charge using public DC chargers. Fortunately the issue occurred at home so no traffic issue occurred, in this case. The level 1 charger indicated a fault and would not charge the car…","quote_2_odi":"11718692","quote_2_text":"The Dealer states my ICCU has failed and will be replaced. My vehicle could no longer charge on AC power (level 1 or level 2), and eventually had to be taken to the dealer because it could not be charged at home any longer due to the ICCU failing.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-evse-damage-breaker-trips","label":"Breaker trips and EVSE damage during home charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11632751","quote_1_text":"Unknowingly my cars ICCU failed. I went to charge my car on December 23. The EVSE then immediately tripped the breaker. The EVSE gave an error code of a stuck relay fault and made the EVSE unusable. This happened to 2 different Juicebox chargers…","quote_2_odi":"11698026","quote_2_text":"While charging at home with provided Level 1 Charger, the vehicle will suddenly stop charging. When it stops, it appears to be surging an electrical charge back into the home (black marks on outlets requiring an electrician to replace, black marks on the charger plug…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-iccu-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure with loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11723501","quote_1_text":"While driving my IONIQ 5 it flashed a power limited warning, went into turtle mode, and then experienced a total loss of power. The 12V battery was dead.","quote_2_odi":"11717782","quote_2_text":"ICCU Failure . Car stopped in the middle of the highway. I was able to move over thankfully to the side of the rode. Went into turtle mode and then it had to be Towed to my local Hyundai Dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway in Park and parking brake disengagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11641695","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Ioniq 5. The contact stated that after the vehicle was parked on a slight incline on the road, the gear shifter was shifted to park(P), and the vehicle was turned off. The contact stated that while exiting the vehicle, the vehicle started to roll…","quote_2_odi":"11591277","quote_2_text":"When you place the car in park a recall was done so that the emergency parking brake automatically engages. Well between 30 seconds to a minute after the car is in park, the brake disengage. When you go to set it manually after it disengage, it will still disengage.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-post-recall-iccu-failure","label":"ICCU failure after recall repairs and software updates","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11640104","quote_1_text":"Less than 48 hours after getting the latest Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) recall performed (Hyundai Recall Number 272, NHTSA Recall Number 24V-868), the ICCU on my car failed…","quote_2_odi":"11714129","quote_2_text":"The ICCU has failed. This component was replaced approximately one year ago as part of a recall, but it has failed again. The vehicle is currently parked and cannot be driven until Hyundai provides a replacement part, which may take up to three months…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2022-tire-foam-vibration","label":"Tire acoustic foam detachment causing vibration","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11729148","quote_1_text":"Factory installed Michelin Primacy AS tires with acoustic foam lining. All 4 tires had acoustic foam coming loose and wadding up inside the tire, resulting in extreme vibrations (similar to a severely unbalanced tire) approaching and at highway speeds making vehicle difficult…","quote_2_odi":"11687700","quote_2_text":"A severe vibration started suddenly in the steering wheel and persisted between ~55 and 65mph. The first occurrence almost caused a crash on the highway and significant driver input force was needed to control the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2023-adas-sensor-disengagement","label":"Lane-keeping and forward-collision sensor disengagement","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748381","quote_1_text":"The ioniq 5 highway driving assist, which steers the car and keeps it centered in the lane, will disengage without clear warning - the small green steering wheel icon (which is at the top of the dash cluster) simply becomes grey and blinks, but there's no audible chime to…","quote_2_odi":"11700677","quote_2_text":"Several times now the \"Check Driver Assistance System\" and \"Check Lane Assist System\" have come on and stayed on. I brought the car dealership, and they fixed it--but only temporarily--the problem recurs within a few days of the fix. All of the sensor cameras are clean. I have…","quote_3_odi":"11697455","quote_3_text":"I suddenly received errors that my sensors weren’t working, and I can no longer use my cruise control. The car has less than 60,000 miles so it still has the full bumper to bumper warranty. I have never had a collision. So I took it in to the dealer and they said the camera was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2023-iccu-12v-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure causing 12V power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":188,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11712157","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut down unexpectedly, leaving the contact stranded for several hours. A RED warning light was illuminated, indicating an electrical failure, followed by the battery warning light being…","quote_2_odi":"11738922","quote_2_text":"The Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) failed on my 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5. The vehicle stopped charging prematurely overnight via AC Level 2 charging and then refused to charge again at all. The ICCU is responsible for maintaining the 12V battery by topping it up during…","quote_3_odi":"11730155","quote_3_text":"There was sudden power reduced and turn to the limp mode(Turtle symbol popped up). After pull over my vehicle to highway shoulder, the vehicle became total power loss. Unable to drive anywhere. It was a dangerous situation for my family. We waited tow car and took my vehicle to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2023-rear-glass-cracking","label":"Spontaneous rear glass cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748404","quote_1_text":"Rear hatch window spontaneously shattered for no apparent reason. Car was parked in a Florida parking lot, no use of rear hatch and no use of rear defroster. I understand there is a potential class action lawsuit for the Ioniq 5 model years 2022-2025 for this problem.","quote_2_odi":"11723241","quote_2_text":"Entered car on very cold day. Put heater and defroster on high, drove about a mile and then the window cracked.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration despite brake input","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743216","quote_1_text":"OnXXX, as we approached what I call the 6 o’clock position of a round-about in [XXX], we had braked almost to a full stop (0-5 mph) to wait on the car ahead of us to enter the round-about when we felt increasing movement. Despite braking, to wait on that car, our car with…","quote_2_odi":"11729695","quote_2_text":"7 incidents of electrical drive problem incidents 1-3car would not start despite full battery Incident 4 same thing and car went to dealer, they said know problem and they would fix it overnight by downloading new software and charge about 400 for new 12V battery Incident 5…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq-5-2023-water-intrusion-wiring","label":"Water intrusion causing under-seat wiring damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11706248","quote_1_text":"Due to a heavy brake application a water bottle in the back seat spilled and the water traveled under the drivers seat. This resulted in multiple car systems going offline, vehicle reporting LKAS error and inability to turn the car off. This essentially bricked the vehicle.…","quote_2_odi":"11700999","quote_2_text":"A water bottle spilled from back seat during sudden deceleration due to traffic. Thd bottle hit the back of the drivers seat and some of the contents spilled, I felt moisture from under seat on my ankles. Shortly after the car systems started reporting they were not working. By…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2024-brake-failure","label":"Complete loss of braking function","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11701929","quote_1_text":"“While stopped at a red light my 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5, the car moved forward slowly the brake pedal became completely unresponsive and would not slow or stop the vehicle. I had to turn off the engine to bring the car to a stop. This is a complete brake system failure on a…","quote_2_odi":"11623016","quote_2_text":"I received this car new on 9/2/2024. I was driving at the freeway speed of traffic on 9/5/2024 when there was a sudden alarm and warning lights flashing on the dashboard with a message that said “Stop vehicle and check brake system.” At this same time, the brakes stopped…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2024-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11689427","quote_1_text":"The forward collision system will intermittently erroneously detect objects in front of the vehicle while stopped or in motion. While driving on the freeway, this will cause the car to engage the emergency braking system endangering those in and around the car. While stop to the…","quote_2_odi":"11667297","quote_2_text":"While backing into my driveway if a car passes in front on the street my car will not continue backing up. This also happens in parking lots. While backing out of my driveway onto the street and staying in the lane closest to the driveway, traffic in the far lane will cause the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2024-iccu-failure-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure causing loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":179,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743614","quote_1_text":"I am writing regarding a very serious and frightening safety incident involving my 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5. While driving through a busy intersection in California, the vehicle displayed the warning message: “Stop vehicle and check power supply.” Within approximately one minute of…","quote_2_odi":"11730806","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], my 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 experienced a sudden and complete failure of the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). The failure rendered the vehicle inoperable without warning, requiring it to be towed to a dealership. The vehicle is currently located at AutoNation…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2024-rear-wiper-visibility","label":"Rear window visibility loss without wiper","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11652394","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2024 Ionic 5 on January 29th on a day without rain/snow. The first time it rained I found out that there was no rear wiper. I assumed there to be one as its a SUV with a slanted back window, not straight up and down. When it rains or snows the water/snow just sits…","quote_2_odi":"11631900","quote_2_text":"It is impossible to see through the back window when it rains. It has no wiper--and unlike other cars, it is not aerodynamic and does not push rain off the back windshield. When it rains, you cannot see anything. Due to the location of the backup camera, it also becomes wet and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2024-uncommanded-acceleration","label":"Uncommanded acceleration or rollback","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11680917","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] at [XXX] Pacific Time , I was entering my garage when my vehicle had a surge of acceleration and went through thee wall seperating the garage from the kitchen. There wasn't any emergency braking , even with myself applying the brake , my vehicle refused to stop. My…","quote_2_odi":"11650928","quote_2_text":"My wife was parking the 2024 ioniq and it lurched forward at a high rate of speed and slammed into another car parked in our driveway and drove that vehicle through our home garage door. She feels certain that her foot was on the brake, but even if she accidentally slipped and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2025-daw-false-alerts","label":"Driver attention warning false alerts disabling ADAS","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748019","quote_1_text":"Description of Safety Defect:The integrated Forward Attention Warning (FAW) driver-monitoring camera located on the steering column continuously fails to track facial structures or pupils during routine daytime driving","quote_2_odi":"11744555","quote_2_text":"The driver attention warning feature is defective and often requires you to take your eyes off the road and stare at the DAW sensor in order to eliminate the car's constant \"attention\" warnings","quote_3_odi":"11739295","quote_3_text":"The Driver Attention Warning system fails every time I put the car in Cruise Control. I have adjusted my seat and the steering column but no relief","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2025-iccu-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure and sudden loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":179,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749425","quote_1_text":"During a family road trip, my 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 (~9,000 miles, less than one year old) suddenly showed red \"Check Electric Vehicle System\" and 12V battery warning lights and then completely lost power","quote_2_odi":"11719890","quote_2_text":"ICCU failed less than 5k miles into my lease. I am now no longer able to drive the vehicle and there is no eta on getting a replacement since it’s on back order","quote_3_odi":"11729904","quote_3_text":"2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT, VIN [XXX] . Four 12V battery failures requiring jump-starts in under 800 miles of ownership. No fault codes stored at any failure event","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2025-unintended-accel-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake pedal malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":289,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748714","quote_1_text":"1. Sudden Unintended Acceleration On two (2) separate occasions, after coming to a complete stop at a red light with foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly lurched forward on its own","quote_2_odi":"11735454","quote_2_text":"On April 20th while parking the vehicle suddenly had a power surge crossing over multiple curbs and across a parking lot and landscaped areas and hitting a tree. The vehicle refused to brake and the driver airbag never deployed","quote_3_odi":"11749766","quote_3_text":"I was slowing down, actively pressing the brake pedal to bring the vehicle to a full stop. As the car decelerated to what my senses and perception registered as a full stop, I pressed the “P” (Park) button while keeping my foot on the brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-airbag-wiring-exposure","label":"Driver seat airbag wiring harness exposure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03-26 → 2026-03-26","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727218","quote_1_text":"The wiring for the air bag system under the driver's seat is exposed and unprotected which has led to disconnection and or damage to the wiring harness which then results in a disabled air bag system. This is a manufacturer design flaw and a serious safety issue","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-driver-monitor-adas-disable","label":"Driver monitoring system false alerts disabling ADAS","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02-01 → 2026-05-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714869","quote_1_text":"the Driver Monitoring System (DMS) malfunctioned. Despite maintaining constant visual attention on the road ahead, the system issued repeated, erroneous audio warnings claiming driver inattention. I attempted to adjust my head and eye position to satisfy the sensors, but the…","quote_2_odi":"11737531","quote_2_text":"The eye tracking device seems generally incompatible with both of these conditions.     When the eye tracker fails to recognize my eyes are looking at road it disables driver assist features such as lane centering which can occur unexpectedly and has almost caused me to wreck…","quote_3_odi":"11725393","quote_3_text":"Every 7 minutes of driving electrical failure , happens, which results in Check driver assistance system warning. Once vehicle is turned off, driving 7 minutes error pops again. Due to this all systems : Adaptive Cruise Control , Automatic Emergency Braking , Blind Spot Warning…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-iccu-charging-failure","label":"ICCU failure and AC charging loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01-30 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722093","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the driveway and the key fob failed to unlock or lock the doors. The contact called the local dealer, who advised her not to drive the vehicle. The vehicle was towed by the dealer to be diagnosed, and the dealer informed the…","quote_2_odi":"11714591","quote_2_text":"My BRAND NEW car is suffering an ICCU issue. I first noticed the screens going completely black while driving. I then noticed that I can’t charge at all on Lvl 1 and Lvl2 chargers (AC), but I went to the dealership and the helped me charge on lvl 3 DC fast charging","quote_3_odi":"11734126","quote_3_text":"My car would no longer charge after testing various chargers at home and different public charging stations.  If this had happened away from home, and without cell service, I might have been stranded.  I took I into the Hyundai service…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-pca-r-setting-reset","label":"Rear parking collision avoidance setting reset on restart","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04-12 → 2026-05-29","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740966","quote_1_text":"The system responds by executing an abrupt, violent emergency brake application, bringing the vehicle to an unexpected dead stop.  The primary safety failure is a lack of non-volatile memory retention for driver settings. In the infotainment system under \"Parking Safety,\" a…","quote_2_odi":"11730691","quote_2_text":"During the maneuver, the collision sensors activated, but the vehicle continued accelerating toward the parked car. I had to press the brake to stop the vehicle and avoid a collision. This created a safety concern because the system appeared to continue the maneuver despite the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-unintended-acceleration-vcu","label":"Unintended acceleration with VCU malfunction indication","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08-17 → 2026-08-17","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757411","quote_1_text":"unintended acceleration problem (VCU malfunction?);  happened 8/16/26   - safety at risk  - yes;  drove a little ways with brakes on;  brakes started to smell like they were burning;  then vehicle screen said to stop (with loud warning noises), which i did   - tow truck took it…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 5","model_slug":"ioniq-5","cluster_id":"ioniq5-2026-vision-panel-shatter","label":"Vision panel between windshield and moonroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-24 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746191","quote_1_text":"The vision panel, located between the windshield and the moonroof, exploded and shattered into a ton of pieces. There are a multitude of fractures throughout the panel and the edges of the panel are falling apart, exposing the wiring underneath","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/ioniq-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq-6-2023-charger-overheating","label":"Onboard AC charger overheating and reduced charge rate","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11531310","quote_1_text":"Car's onboard AC charger overheats, I can replicate every time upon charging Poses fire hazard Dealer will not confirm, but TSB's have been issued to reduce the charging current (car no longer charges as advertised at time of purchase)…","quote_2_odi":"11531078","quote_2_text":"The Ioniq 6 is supposed to be able to charge at 48 amps. I bought a new Ioniq 6 in early June 2023. June 12 I had the level 2 Juice Box 48 amp charger installed. At least twice (I think three times), it would stop charging after about twenty minutes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq-6-2023-horn-failure","label":"Dual-tone horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11694697","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq6. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 MPH and attempting to use the horn, the contact discovered that the horn was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11648278","quote_2_text":"There are 2 horns; a high tone and a low tone. The low tone horn failed, making the horn sound difficult to hear. This same issue has been reported by many Ioniq 6 owners. I scheduled an appt w/ a Hyundai dealer and the defective horn was replaced.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq-6-2023-iccu-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure with loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11712917","quote_1_text":"ICCU failure, vehicle disabled while driving leaving me stranded.","quote_2_odi":"11717789","quote_2_text":"A failure of the ICCU resulted in a maximum speed of about 25 mph and eventually a total loss of power.","quote_3_odi":"11708306","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact had received a notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V868000 (Electrical System), and the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) software update was completed.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq-6-2023-phantom-aeb","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11573010","quote_1_text":"On the afternoon of February 12, 2024 (5:12pm), I was driving northbound on I-71 at highway speed, approximately 75mph. My Hyundai Ioniq 6 alerted me of a (non-existent) impending front-end collision, and within 1 second of the alert starting,…","quote_2_odi":"11561700","quote_2_text":"My Ioniq 6 Limited AWD experienced a phantom braking event in a covered parking lot with no cars or pedestrians anywhere near the front of my car. The car just stopped suddenly with a warning message \"Emergency Braking\", and it wouldn't allow me to proceed until I turned off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq-6-2023-shift-to-park-neutral","label":"Shift-to-Park malfunction with vehicle stuck in Neutral","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11742125","quote_1_text":"The shift-by-wire system failed while the vehicle was being parked. The vehicle would not shift out of Drive; repeated attempts to engage Park resulted in Neutral only, with a \"PARK malfunction. Engage parking brake when parking vehicle.\"…","quote_2_odi":"11724467","quote_2_text":"I leased a 2023 Ioniq 6 electric car on September 2023. Since leasing the vehicle, the vehicle has been towed four times for the same problem, the parking brake malfunctions rendering the vehicle unusable.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2024-fca-backover-false-stop","label":"Forward collision and back-over system false activation","component_code":"ENGINE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11621322","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6. The contact stated that while driving 30-40 MPH on a sunny day, the vehicle abruptly stopped while passing a shadow. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11657368","quote_2_text":"INCIDENT ONE: On 3/20/25 about 5 minutes after starting Climate Control on my Ioniq 6, I cleaned snow off the car and started it. As I started backing out, there was a loud warning sound and red indicators around the aerial image of the car on the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11748519","quote_3_text":"3. Rear Backup camera stops to much when person is 8 feet past my car. It just suddenly STOPS even when person is walking away from the car. Snaps my neck too. Also, stops at night after rain. I believe it sees a reflection and thinks it is a hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2024-horn-inoperative","label":"Horn inoperative or intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11635412","quote_1_text":"Vehicle horn suddenly stopped working. Couldn't alert another driver who didn't see my vehicle and was cutting me off. Took the vehicle to the dealership who mentioned it was a safety issue and repaired the horn at no cost","quote_2_odi":"11626246","quote_2_text":"Both the high and low tone horns on the car failed with 7500 miles on the vehicle. This has caused the inability to warn other drivers of lane encroachment or alerts","quote_3_odi":"11748519","quote_3_text":"1. The HORN suddenly stops working. This happened 3x in a 6 month span. The first time the horn wouldn't work all day. However, next day it did. Second time it didn't work for 3 days. Last time it stopped working completely just before Memorial Day weekend","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2024-iccu-12v-battery-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure causing 12V battery and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11743510","quote_1_text":"I experienced a safety critical failure in my 2024 Hyundai Ionic 6. While attempting to start the vehicle, the car displayed a red 12 Volt battery warning light, a battery discharge warning, and then refused to enter ready mode","quote_2_odi":"11705890","quote_2_text":"The ICCU failed on my vehicle after 25,000 miles on a 2024 model year car. Driving on a cold and wet night, after pulling away from a stop sign, we heard a large POP and then dashboard lights indicating an electrical system problem","quote_3_odi":"11718755","quote_3_text":"The morning after a successful level 2 charge (from 35% to 80%), the ICCU fuse blew, resulting in no power to the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2024-unintended-acceleration-low-speed","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11729555","quote_1_text":"I was parking my car a Hyundai Ioniq 6, in an easy parking space when I briefly removed my foot, which was lightly depressed on the gas pedal to hit the brake pedal, the car suddenly accelerated jumped the curb hit another car and hit a tree","quote_2_odi":"11613335","quote_2_text":"To date, our experience driving the 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 has been a total \"NIGHTMARE.\" We've had 2 \"TERRIFYING ACCIDENTS\" within the first 6 months of leasing this vehicle, Both caused by \"Unintended Acceleration Issues,\" the car \"randomly\" accelerates, on it's own!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2025-iccu-electrical-shutdown","label":"ICCU failure with sudden loss of propulsion power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714010","quote_1_text":"The ICCU died and the fuse on my traction battery blew. Both had to be replaced. I realized I had the problem when I started my car and it showed \"Check Electric Vehicle System\"","quote_2_odi":"11713739","quote_2_text":"My car is less than a year and a half old with only about 10k miles and last night I had the ICCU failure. I already had the software update to \"fix\" this safety recall 272 but it obviously didn't work","quote_3_odi":"11700722","quote_3_text":"The ICCU had a failure and fuse also blew; vehicle needs those parts replaced. After reading about ICCU recalls, my vehicle was not in the last recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2025-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640496","quote_1_text":"The driver rear tire had blown out on me as I was merging onto a highway. I heard a heard a loud pop sound and the car shook and I had to swerve back into my lane","quote_2_odi":"11646609","quote_2_text":"My car was parked and I noticed that there was a bump in the sidewall of my vehicles driver front tire. This is the 2nd time this has happened in a month with factory installed tires that came with the vehicle when purchased brand new","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Ioniq 6","model_slug":"ioniq-6","cluster_id":"ioniq6-2025-windshield-wiper-scratching","label":"Wiper-induced windshield scratching","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717724","quote_1_text":"THIS CAR WAS PREPPED BY COCONUT CREEK HYUNDAI AND I AM BEING TOLD BY YOUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTNEMTN THAT THERE MIGHT HAVE BEEN SOME DEBRIS ON THE WIPERS THAT CAUSED THE SCRATCHES / HOW IS THAT MY FAULT HYUANDI HAS WALKED AWAY FROM ANY RESPONSIBILITY","quote_2_odi":"11714275","quote_2_text":"this vehicle was delivered to me on Sept 1, 2025 / i have been back to the dealership a few times regarding the front windshield is totally scratched up this had to happen from the windshield wipers the issue is that when i drive into the sun the glare from all the scratches","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/ioniq-6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Driver airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11569371","quote_1_text":"I had a car collision last [XXX] when the car ahead of me made a sudden stop in the [XXX] . I was in the fastest lane when it happened and I was not protected at all because the airbag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11110180","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN TYPE OF AIRBAG. THE OTHER BAG DEPLOYED. I HIT SEVERAL TREES , ONE DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE. THE MAIN DRIVER AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY CAUSING ME TO BE THROWN FORWARD AND RECEIVED HORRIFIC INJURY TO MY HEAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-blind-spot-fca-false-alerts","label":"Blind-spot and forward-collision warning false shutoff","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11151515","quote_1_text":"FCA WARNINGS COME ON WHEN ONLY NORTHBOUND ON THE CAUSEWAY IN LOUISIANA. HAPPENS DAILY","quote_2_odi":"11150759","quote_2_text":"3RD TIME NOW CONCERNING BCW (BLIND COLLISION WARNING) SHUTTING OFF AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS , NO GRIME/MUD/SNOW/BAD WEATHER TO BE THE BLAME. THE SYSTEM JUST SHUTS DOWN AUTOMATICALLY LEAVING A ORANGE SAFETY TRIANGLE ILLUMINATED ON DASH","quote_3_odi":"11145203","quote_3_text":"BCW (BLIND COLLISION WARNING) NOW FOR THE SECOND TIME ABOUT 3000 MILES APART FROM THE FIRST TIME AT 8960 AND NOW AT 11246 AUTOMATICALLY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IN PERFECT WEATHER, NO GRIME OR MUD ANYWHERE NEAR OR ON THE SENSORS IN REAR BUMPER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-electrical-infotainment-glitches","label":"Electrical system and infotainment malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11580606","quote_1_text":"After turning my car off and opening the door radio does not shut off. The radio stay on. And backup camera does not work. You have to keep un","quote_2_odi":"11547495","quote_2_text":"I have a 2018 Hyundai Kona, with approximately 42,000 miles on it. The right front passenger door began having problems sometime in 2022","quote_3_odi":"11382927","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWN 2018 HYUNDAI KONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNSTATED FAILURES WITH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING, HEADLIGHTS AND REAR TAIL LIGHTS. ADDITIONALLY, THERE WAS AN UNKNOWN STEERING FAILURE WITH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11548762","quote_1_text":"Pulled into driveway and saw smoke coming from engine. Popped hood and saw engine block was on fire. Quickly closed the hood and called 911. Within a few minutes the car was completely engulfed","quote_2_odi":"11467695","quote_2_text":"We had parked our 17 year old son's car in the upper parking lot of our baseball field. While parked, the engine smoked, then spontaneously caught fire","quote_3_odi":"11300596","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING HYUNDAI KONA DOWN THE FREEWAY. I SMELLED A BURNING SMELL, I SAW THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BLINK ONCE. THE CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE AND I STARTED PULLING OVER TO THE SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-led-headlight-glare","label":"LED headlight glare","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11165034","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT 98 % OF ONCOMING DRIVERS FLASH THEIR LIGHTS AT ME TO INDICATE THAT I HAD FORGOTTEN TO DIM MY LIGHTS WHEN IN FACT I DID NOT HAVE MY HIGH BEAMS ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"11163177","quote_2_text":"I AM REQUESTING INVESTIGATION INTO EXCESS GLARE FROM LED HEADLIGHTS ON THE KONA LIMITED MODEL, YEAR 2018 FOR THOSE MANUFACTURED PRIOR TO JUNE","quote_3_odi":"11163199","quote_3_text":"I BECAME AWARE THAT THE INITIAL KONA SE AND SEL'S SUBMITTED TO THE INSURANCE INSTITUTE OF HIGHWAY SAFETY (IIHS) FAILED FOR INSUFFICIENT HEADLIGHT ILLUMINATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2018-oil-consumption-stalling","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11704368","quote_1_text":"I am having issues with my oil consumption and my car is going through a quart of oil every 1-1.5 weeks. There have been similar recalls on the 2019 Kona’s which have the same 1.6L 4-cylinder engine. My car is currently a little over 126,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11682485","quote_2_text":"The engine burns too much oil. I have to put it a quart every 2 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11682651","quote_3_text":"Piston ring failure. No oil in car and no leaks. P0301 code and knocking sound. Unable to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-airbag-deployment-issues","label":"Airbag non-deployment or deployment injury","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726951","quote_1_text":"When the airbags deployed, the plastic frame on the drivers side A-pillar broke and exploded out towards the driver","quote_2_odi":"11547336","quote_2_text":"The air bags didn’t deploy","quote_3_odi":"11440742","quote_3_text":"I was in a bad wreck on November 15th 2021 about 8pm I have pictures of car and air bags did not deploy was wondering because I thought as much damage they should have","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-door-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Rear door and trunk latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720849","quote_1_text":"The rear left passenger will not open. The dealer thinks it is a faulty door latch actuator ($530 parts and labor)","quote_2_odi":"11662267","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the front passenger’s door latch did not unlatch as intended","quote_3_odi":"11574849","quote_3_text":"My rear passenger door and trunk will not unlock. The rear passenger door will not unlock from the inside or via the key fob","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677690","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions the emergency braking system has engaged while making a lane change because the collision warning system thinks the vehicle is getting to close to the vehicle being passed","quote_2_odi":"11196351","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM WAS INOPERABLE. THE SYSTEM DOES NOT RESPOND TO SPEED LIMITS, DOES NOT ALARM, DOES NOT DISPLAY PICTURES, AND DOES NOT APPLY ANY BRAKING FORCE TO AVOID A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11315334","quote_3_text":"THE CAR BREAKS DOES NOT GET APPLIED INTERMITTENTLY, I HAD A FORWARD COLLISION. THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE / WARNING DID NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-piston-ring-oil-stall","label":"Engine stall and oil consumption from piston ring defect","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":118,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750800","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered a sudden, severe loss of power while driving, causing the engine to stall unexpectedly. This created an immediate hazard to myself and other motorists on the road","quote_2_odi":"11702467","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety issue involving engine stalling in active traffic due to excessive oil loss and internal component failure","quote_3_odi":"11692439","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has been consuming an excessive amount of engine oil, approximately one quart every 1,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 21V301000 remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11435681","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11424378","quote_2_text":"The recall for my 2019 Hyundai Kona was issued 28 Apr 2021. It is now the middle of July 2021. How long should Hyundai owners need to wait for a remedy? I feel unsafe even driving this vehicle knowing it could possibly blow up","quote_3_odi":"11429706","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V301000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2019-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11499070","quote_1_text":"This is my 2nd Hyundai Kona - the first had slippage in the DCT (dual clutch transmission) which the dealer adjusted for me","quote_2_odi":"11290290","quote_2_text":"WHEN I COME TO A SLIGHT UPHILL INCLINE, SLOW DOWN WITHOUT FULLY STOPPING, AND THEN ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, THERE ARE TIMES WHEN THE TRANSMISSION FEELS AS IF IT IS IN NEUTRAL","quote_3_odi":"11340900","quote_3_text":"A COUPLE HUNDRED MILES AFTER PURCHASING A NEW KONA, I HAD STARTED HAVING ACCELERATION ISSUES GOING FROM A DEAD STOP INTO FIRST GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-dct-hesitation-jerking","label":"DCT hesitation and jerking at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11708967","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal conditions, the vehicle’s dual-clutch transmission (DCT) failed to engage properly, causing a sudden and unexpected loss of propulsion","quote_2_odi":"11559897","quote_2_text":"SUBJECT: 2020 Hyundai Kona DCT disengages and/or makes loud banging noise upon normal acceleration from standing stop. Occurrence is random but more prevalent in warm weather","quote_3_odi":"11577828","quote_3_text":"The issue is when I'm decelerating to around 5 mph and go to accelerate again, there is a horrible grinding sound from the transmission and I can no longer accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-door-latch-failure","label":"Driver door latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11738158","quote_1_text":"2020 Hyundai Kona, ~36,300 miles. Driver's side door latch assembly. On or around May 9, 2026, an abnormal mechanical noise began coming from inside the driver's door whenever the key fob lock/unlock button was pressed, consistent with a failing latch actuator","quote_2_odi":"11475293","quote_2_text":"My driver's side door would not unlock, either electrically, or mechanically today. I was in the car and could not exit. I'm 70 years old and a big guy. crawling over the console in a Kona to get out of the passenger side was a struggle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-electrical-malfunctions","label":"Headlight, battery, and instrument cluster failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11699982","quote_1_text":"the headlights in this model Kona keep burning out after 9 months or so. I have replaced them multiple times in the last 5 years on both left and right sides","quote_2_odi":"11678493","quote_2_text":"Back up camera had not worked since purchase. It is now August been dealing with the dealership and Hyundai National with a case number and zero help to rectify this issue","quote_3_odi":"11436204","quote_3_text":"I was getting onto the highway the other night and all of a sudden my whole instrument panel went completely black, speed,rpm, fuel level, and water temperature were not registering on the panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-engine-stall-oil-recall","label":"Engine stall and oil consumption from piston-ring defect","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11748215","quote_1_text":"The Kona was driven a 1/2 hour before parking the vehicle. The Kona was turned off. Within 5 minutes smoke began wafting from under the hood. When I opened the hood to inspect I found the engine & underside of the hood was engulfed in flames","quote_2_odi":"11725552","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Hyundai Kona (VIN: [XXX] ) has a persistent engine stalling safety defect that matches Recall 203 (22-01-042H, NHTSA Campaign 21V301000 – Nu 2.0L Atkinson Engine Inspection and Replacement)","quote_3_odi":"11677887","quote_3_text":"I am the original owner of a 2020 Hyundai Kona equipped with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine. This engine has been subject to known manufacturing defects, including excessive oil consumption, timing component wear, and premature failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision warning false activation with braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11507764","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway and there was no one around me and the forward collision warning went off. The car then braked on my behalf going 70 mph on the highway. THis has happened twice so far","quote_2_odi":"11501418","quote_2_text":"I have a 2020 Kona SE AWD and have a problem with a Check Forward Collision Sensor error that happens infrequently","quote_3_odi":"11400028","quote_3_text":"WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, A MESSAGE \"COLLISION DETECTION SYSTEM FAILURE\" FLASHED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL, AND THE BRAKES SLAMMED ON FULL, FOLLOWED BY THE TRANSMISSION STUCK IN 4TH GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-steering-wander","label":"Electric power steering wander and unexpected pull","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11342139","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING OVER 40MPH, VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT","quote_2_odi":"11519189","quote_2_text":"When this happened again I told Manly Hyundai, and the service advisor said it was the worm gear. However I still had to pay for a diagnosis and repair ($225.09)","quote_3_odi":"11360770","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WANDERS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT; REQUIRING CONSTANT CORRECTION WHILE TRAVELING ON A STRAIGHT 4 LANE HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration resulting in crash","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":154,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11733726","quote_1_text":"I stopped my car foot on brake put it in park and it accelerated on its own and forced me to crash into a concrete wall still not wanting to stop","quote_2_odi":"11419113","quote_2_text":"On 30 May 21, I was getting ready to pull into my driveway, stopped the vehicle to let a passenger out of car, when suddenly the vehicle accelerated at a high speed crashing into my house","quote_3_odi":"11315963","quote_3_text":"ON TUESDAY, MARCH 2020, I PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT A LOCAL CVS STORE SHORTLY AFTER 5 PM, ABOUT TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND SHIFT INTO PARK, WHEN MY 2020 HYUNDAI KONA SUDDENLY AND INEXPLICABLY ACCELERATED, JUMPED THE POLICEMAN, THEN THE CURB AND RAMMED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-aeb-nuisance-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11435237","quote_1_text":"The Automatic Emergency Breaking engaged several times without any reason. Sometimes at lower speeds <40 and sometimes on the freeway >60. The last time was at 20 mph in a school zone and we were rear ended because of the unexpected stop. We had several near misses on the…","quote_2_odi":"11735057","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system brakes way too hard causing the car to stop too fast and risks causing a rear end collision. This is not fixed by adjusting settings. It is a common complaint and the system needs to be calibrated to brake more smoothly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-blind-spot-false-alert","label":"Blind spot collision warning false activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11463808","quote_1_text":"I’ve had this car since end of September 2021. The blind spot monitor on the right side of the vehicle lights up and beeps at random times, even when there is nothing in the blind spot itself. Happens mostly while driving on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11710179","quote_2_text":"The Blind Spot Collision Warning (BSCW) light comes on 10 minutes into a drive (we live in a rural area and drive two lane roads for at least 25 miles before multiple lanes).  I have had the car in for service on the system twice before learning that this is built into the system","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-cabin-water-mold","label":"Cabin water intrusion and HVAC drain blockage","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11678261","quote_1_text":"The HVAC drainage system in my 2021 Hyundai Kona failed due to a clogged AC drain line, which led to water leaking into the cabin and mold growth. The dealer reported the drain was blocked by a spiderweb and that moisture had collected under the driver and passenger carpets","quote_2_odi":"11744307","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was a strong odor inside the vehicle. The contact stated that while cleaning and detailing the vehicle to remove the odor, the contact discovered that a leak had damaged the floorboard and the carpet. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-dct-transmission-shift","label":"DCT transmission judder, hard shift, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11539241","quote_1_text":"The 7 speed DCT transmission (automatic) jerks and down shifts hard and lunges forward when braking and coming to a stop. Upon acceleration the transmission also is jerky in first gear. It's like driving a manual transmission for the first time. * If not properly controlled by…","quote_2_odi":"11483608","quote_2_text":"While driving up a steep mountain road in heavy traffic and snow the transmission on my Hyundai Kona overheated and failed.  The car began to buck back and forth and a transmission light came on.  Unfortunately I was on a mountain interstate in heavy traffic with no real…","quote_3_odi":"11522420","quote_3_text":"After Stopping for a traffic sign, I proceeded to go forward when a loud noise occurred   ( grinding of gears), I loss power to move forward. A car in back of me had to apply his brakes to avoid hitting me. I pulled over to the curb and parked. Upon starting up again, I did not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-engine-oil-consumption-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and piston ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729419","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was unaware of the warning lights that were illuminated during the failure. The vehicle was unable to be restarted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where…","quote_2_odi":"11716502","quote_2_text":"Known problem of oil consumption . 1 week used 3 quarts . Wife driving down road oil light. Engine light seconds later engine seized at 55mph.lucky to drift off road","quote_3_odi":"11690311","quote_3_text":"The piston went through the top of my engine with my entire family in the car.  We managed to get to a mechanic. And bring it to the dealership. We are very lucky to be alive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight moisture intrusion and illumination loss","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11413081","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING IN INCLEMENT WEATHER, RAIN WATER WAS ENTERING THE HEADLAMPS WHICH DIMINISHED THE ILLUMINATION FROM THE HEADLAMPS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RED HOAGLAND HYUNDAI (6375 CYPRESS GARDENS BLVD, WINTER HAVEN, FL 33884, (863) 326-6999) AND IT WAS…","quote_2_odi":"11414159","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS ARE DEFECTIVE! THEY GET FULL ON CONDENSATION OBSTRUCTING THE LIGHTS AND ROAD AHEAD. THEY GO OFF AN ON WHILE YOU'RE DRIVING. HYUNDAI IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND SEND A BULLETIN TO ALL THEIR DEALERS NOT TO REPLACE THEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2021-shark-fin-antenna-detachment","label":"Shark fin antenna detachment while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11644183","quote_1_text":"The shark fin antenna came off at 55 mph going down the highway. The dealer who sold me the 2021 Kona SEL, tried to blame us for it, saying there is no way to know if you hit a bird etc. They stated it would cost me about $1,300.00 to repair this","quote_2_odi":"11630183","quote_2_text":"Antenna is poorly designed and falls off.  A quick internet search shows this is a common problem across thousands of Hyundais and Kias (same company).  Because drivers are more and more dependent on GPS and radio based emergency notification AND vehicles more and more depend on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-adaptive-cruise-speed-drop","label":"Adaptive cruise control speed drop on engagement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11472535","quote_1_text":"There are multiple issues with the Adaptive Cruise Control:  -When setting the cruise control speed, it can drop 10-15 mph until it kicks in.  -When a car pulls in front of you with the Adaptive Cruise Control on, it takes to long to recognize it has to slow down and has to…","quote_2_odi":"11449465","quote_2_text":"When setting the adaptive cruise control I have had the car slow down 15-20 mph before turning the cruise control off because traffic is backing up behind me and I become a hazard on the road. I have taken it to 2 different dealerships, the one I purchased the car from and one…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation at speed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11485593","quote_1_text":"On 9/20/2022 I was driving on the expressway at approximately 60 mph when my car suddenly applied brakes and slowed considerably without reason and started flashing the emergency braking notification with alert noises. The notifications stopped after about 6 seconds and the car…","quote_2_odi":"11623209","quote_2_text":"On four separate occasions now, I have been driving on the highway at roughly 60 mph, no cars in front of or beside me, and nothing else obstructing the roadway, when completely out of nowhere the emergency braking activates for 3-5 seconds","quote_3_odi":"11490731","quote_3_text":"On a 250 mile road trip, on the expressway,  two separate times, the car suddenly braked hard and the emergency warning flashed on the speedometer. Each time it was about 3-5 seconds. On the second incident, my passenger thinks she noticed it happening in conjunction with a car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-cooling-system-thermal-mgmt","label":"Cooling system and thermal management failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712162","quote_1_text":"The vehicle displayed a warning lamp indicating a Cooling System Performance failure. The specific defect relates to the Integrated Thermal-Management Module (ITM) and the thermostat opening prematurely, corresponding to Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P218100","quote_2_odi":"11664708","quote_2_text":"Radiator is failing between 60k and 70k miles with no check engine lights. Leaking an entire reservoir of coolant within a 24hr time period.   Even when the temperature gage went above the middle mark and to the 3/4 mark the check engine light never came on","quote_3_odi":"11560690","quote_3_text":"Coolant Leak. Integrated Thermal Management started Leaking at around 16,000 Miles. Part replaced 12/14/23. Leaks continues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and sudden power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624680","quote_1_text":"Suddenly and without warning the engine revved to beyond 4500 RPM and shut off.  The lights on the dashboard all lit up and a message flashed on the screen stating engine cut off, turn off car and restart.  I was surrounded by several cars at this time.  I was able to navigate…","quote_2_odi":"11460978","quote_2_text":"Engine began knocking/shaking suddenly while highway driving, service engine light came on. Pulled over, turned off ignition. Tried restarting and would not start. Towed to dealership and diagnosed as engine failure, possible timing chain failure. Complete engine replacement…","quote_3_odi":"11632461","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has lose of acceleration while driving..   On Freeway the gas pedal loses acceleration.  Lift off gas it accelerates then loses acceleration again.  (4 times in a row)   It was a big safety issue.  There was no where to pull off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-horn-assembly-failure","label":"Horn assembly repeated failure to produce sound","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704314","quote_1_text":"December 2025: Yet ANOTHER horn failure. Pressed the vehicle's horn to alert another driver that they were drifting into my lane on the highway, and it FAILED to produce the loud sound that it is SUPPOSED TO make. It needed to be replaced again for the FOURTH time. Part…","quote_2_odi":"11650147","quote_2_text":"I have had my horn replaced three separate times at my local Hyundai dealership.  It recently passed the NC vehicle inspection, but the horn failed the third time sometime after that inspection in Feb-2025.  I have never had a horn EVER fail on ANY car I have owned for the past…","quote_3_odi":"11572620","quote_3_text":"Horn fails in very cold weather. When the horn is depressed/pushed down on, no sound is produced. The first and second incident caused it to stop working completely. During the THIRD incident, repeated pressing of the horn would eventually produce a weak sound that would…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-oil-drain-plug-loss","label":"Oil drain plug loss causing engine oil evacuation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11502925","quote_1_text":"Upon inspection, the Hyundai dealership discovered that the drain plug was missing from the oil pan which caused the oil to drain and ultimately led to catastrophic engine failure.  The engine needs to be replaced at a quote of $9753.08","quote_2_odi":"11680145","quote_2_text":"while driving on the highway, the oil plug on my vehicle suddenly fell out, causing all the oil to drain rapidly. This created an extreme safety hazard not only for myself but also for other drivers on the road. I did not notice the oil spillage until the oil light on the dash…","quote_3_odi":"11581381","quote_3_text":"While driving on a freeway, the drain plug fell out, dumping all of the oil onto the road.  The vehicle had been serviced by just one facility and I had only had this brand new vehicle for 7 months when this occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2022-transmission-stall-shift","label":"Transmission stall and loss of gear shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11488124","quote_1_text":"Was driving on the freeway when lost all power when the gas pedal was pushed no power then the rpms would shoot to 7000 was able to get off the freeway the  check came on had the car towed to the dealership after waiting 2 weeks was told the transmission needed to be replaced…","quote_2_odi":"11490818","quote_2_text":"While on the highway the transmission completely stopped shifting and stayed in first gear and would only rev up the engine when the accelerator was applied. I was able to get up to 50mph and slowly make my way to the dealership where I bought it 2 months ago","quote_3_odi":"11463269","quote_3_text":"Transmission failure. Car is 10 months old with 4000 miles on it. Extremely dangerous because this happened on the garden state parkway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2023-horn-failure","label":"Horn inoperability and recurring failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683578","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while pressing the horn pad, the horn failed to produce a sound. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the horn was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the horn had been replaced four times and was scheduled for a fifth horn replacement.","quote_2_odi":"11687843","quote_2_text":"The issue is the horn. On three different occasions, I've attempted to use the horn and it wasn't working. I've taken it to Hallmark Hyundai in Flowood and they've repaired and/or replaced the horn on four separate occasions. The new horn is always working when I leave the dealership, but it eventually goes out.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2023-liftgate-latch","label":"Rear liftgate latch unintended release and access failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715395","quote_1_text":"Rear latch unlocks while vehicle is running or not running up to 30 times at once. Rear latch unlocks without key being in vehicle. This has been reported to Hyundai Motor America since August 2025.","quote_2_odi":"11688737","quote_2_text":"I was trapped inside the liftgate of my 2023 Hyundai Kona and was unable to operate the emergency release. I had the key fob with me and the car was unlocked, but the trunk would not open from the inside. I tried sliding a standard key and a flat card into the release, but it would not engage.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain preventing vehicle start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11723236","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the vehicle failed to restart. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was jumpstarted by AAA Roadside Assistance to start the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11678428","quote_2_text":"Woke up and battery was dead. Car about one year old, no warnings about battery level through Bluelink or any onboard monitoring system. Dealer says dead battery is normal. Tons of issues online relating to dead batteries in new Konas","quote_3_odi":"11620301","quote_3_text":"7 months old Kona with 700 miles on it. Woke up one morning with a \"Totally\" dead battery. The internet is full of incidents such as mine--new Konas with dead batteries","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-brake-failure","label":"Loss of braking response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11741860","quote_1_text":"My wife was driving and braked on a hill, not in park. The emergency brake auto-engaged while she was in park, then the emergency brake disengaged automatically","quote_2_odi":"11690886","quote_2_text":"Approaching stop sign and tried to break and the breaks failed causing an accident and the vehicle to go into a ditch. Witness reported seeing my break lights but the vehicle did not slow down at all even when the break was pushed to the floor","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-electrical-power-blackout","label":"Momentary loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11670123","quote_1_text":"5 minutes into my drive my the whole dashboard (speedometer and music screen) all went black, & my headlights went out. this lasted for about 3 seconds. not sure what happened or why but not something that should happen with such a new car","quote_2_odi":"11646776","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle the digital dashboard for the RPM's and Speedometer, infotainment center, accent lighting and all exterior lighting including tail lamps, head lights, turn signals and marker lights all powered off for approximately 2-3 seconds","quote_3_odi":"11632981","quote_3_text":"I was stopped at a stoplight about to get on the highway to go to work when my headlights turned off, music turned off, infotainment & cluster screen turned off, & all the backlit buttons went dark","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-fca-false-braking","label":"False forward collision warning and automatic braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739689","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2024 Hyundai Kona on the freeway on May 22, 2026, at approximately 9:30 AM, traveling around 75 mph, my vehicle suddenly displayed a forward collision warning on the dashboard even though there was no vehicle, object, or road hazard in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11647205","quote_2_text":"On Monday [XXX] I was driving home from work going 45 mph when my forward collision warning came on and the car stopped. However, there was no one in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11592725","quote_3_text":"while traveling from MN to KY on the interstate on two separate occasions the vehicle suddenly applied the brakes at Highway speeds around of 80mph. There was nothing Infront of me on either occasion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-infotainment-display-glitch","label":"Infotainment and backup camera display malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11728210","quote_1_text":"Much like in the NHTSA bulletin concerning 2024-25 Hyundai's Santa Fe, Santa Cruz, and Tuscan, my 2024 Hyundai Kona SEL has a glitching/flashing infotainment screen","quote_2_odi":"11717401","quote_2_text":"Screen in the car that shows the view of the backup camera. Unable to see when backing up. It is under warranty but the service center after mulitple attempts has not been able to fix it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2024-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and stalling while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11752393","quote_1_text":"The car shuts off at random times during me driving . Its like the car locks up steering and shuts completely down . Have to pull over and give the car time","quote_2_odi":"11745098","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving and pulling out of a parking space, the steering wheel turned to the right and then left, after which the vehicle lost power and steering capability","quote_3_odi":"11681842","quote_3_text":"the car loss power and shut completely off and ran into the wall with my sister and my child in there on the interstate can I please get help about this matter it could've been worse where i could've lost them forever","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-brake-pedal-abs-issue","label":"Brake pedal softening and false ABS activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743594","quote_1_text":"Component or System: The brake system, specifically what appears to be a false ABS activation or IEB (Integrated Electronic Brake) system malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11671351","quote_2_text":"Mushy brake pedal after 1000 miles This just started yesterday, seemingly out of nowhere. When I push the brake pedal it's mushier than it used to be","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-cruise-control-false-braking","label":"Cruise control speed and braking malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739784","quote_1_text":"My forward collision warning activates without cause. My automatic braking systems will engage","quote_2_odi":"11718329","quote_2_text":"While the cruise is set, traveling on I44 with no other car in front of my Kona, the adaptive cruise control will start to flash and apply brakes immediately","quote_3_odi":"11689044","quote_3_text":"The cruise control operation is unusual and the speed can vary greatly while it's engaged in moderately hilly terrain (not extreme) on the interstate ([XXX] through Kentucky and Tennessee)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-door-unlatch-driving","label":"Door unlatching while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700814","quote_1_text":"While slowing down from highway speed during hot weather, the front passenger door suddenly became unlatched and partially opened. A warning alert sounded, and I had to pull the door closed","quote_2_odi":"11670618","quote_2_text":"The contact rented a 2025 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the driver's side front door independently unlatched and opened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system power loss and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736013","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a total electrical failure while driving. Dealer diagnosed the issue as a loose fuse box connector/power distribution connector","quote_2_odi":"11695615","quote_2_text":"This is second time all electrical has gone dead in the car. First time I took car in for an update and now something is still draining the battery","quote_3_odi":"11711457","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond as intended, and the vehicle needed to be jump-started","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-powertrain-drive-loss","label":"Powertrain hesitation and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666179","quote_1_text":"Transmission issues with this vehicle since 70 miles. Failed at 989 miles","quote_2_odi":"11699974","quote_2_text":"Engine light was on - I was told by Belmont Enterprise on Sept 17th to keep driving the vehicle even though it needed repairs immediately","quote_3_odi":"11745464","quote_3_text":"Power train the engine roars up and drops jarring you back and forth second car within a yr first blew up brand new both and Hyundia and dealership blew me off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Kona","model_slug":"kona","cluster_id":"kona-2025-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734040","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Kona. The contact stated that while driving, she observed a loud explosion emanating from the roof of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11675763","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway around 70 to 75 MPH and suddenly the sunroof exploded. No debris impact. Just suddenly and randomly the glass just exploded and shattered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/kona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736804","quote_1_text":"It is burning much more oil per 1000 miles than the Hyundai website says is normal. It has kept burning oil at a very high and abnormal rate. To the point of having to carry oil while driving. Nothing happened to make this start, it just began!","quote_2_odi":"11722650","quote_2_text":"The engine burns 1 quart per 1000 miles of driving","quote_3_odi":"11733053","quote_3_text":"2020 palisades oil was changed ON TIME by my husband and at valvoline but has had extreme oil consumption after hitting around 90,000 and before oil change was due my engine is now ticking and is essentially blown.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shatter","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729046","quote_1_text":"The front moonroof scattered suddenly while driving about 45 mph. No outside impact or other damage. The rear moonroof is in perfect shape. The car has 26,721 miles.","quote_2_odi":"11722914","quote_2_text":"1. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? \"The tempered glass panel of the panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered while the vehicle was in motion. The glass exploded outward with a loud report similar to a gunshot.…","quote_3_odi":"11708686","quote_3_text":"Rear sunroof exploded randomly.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-rear-suspension-shocks","label":"Rear shock and suspension noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742108","quote_1_text":"I have a 2020 palisade limited with the self leveling shocks. I have about 78,000 miles on the car. I am on my second set of replacement of the rear shocks. Well, guess what? I'm starting to hear that clunking noise again. I love my palisade but quickly becoming tired of this…","quote_2_odi":"11712271","quote_2_text":"I purchased a new 2020 Hyundai Palisade SEL. When I only had 47,683 miles I had my rear shocks replaced for the third time. Poor handling, and noise when the shocks fail. The shocks needing replaced was confirmed by the dealer service department. No warning lamps or messages…","quote_3_odi":"11730653","quote_3_text":"When driving vehicle there is a loud thumping sound coming from the back end of car and when driving through unstable terrain you could actually hear it more.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-seat-belt-buckle-recall","label":"Seat belt buckle recall","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741083","quote_1_text":"I have taken my car to Jerry V's Honolulu, and Tony's Hyundai here on Oahu, neither dealership has been able to remedy this issue with my seatbelts. The recall has been out for a while and they cannot seam to get a part in stock. My seatbelts are not always locking, and this is…","quote_2_odi":"11711704","quote_2_text":"I have a seatbelt recall and the parts are still in back order. I don't feel safe driving my car since my seat belt did come in clapped while driving","quote_3_odi":"11724267","quote_3_text":"The system does not alert me if someone is sitting in 3rd row without seatbelt. No one has been injured, but i noticed it in January 2026. Not sure how long it has been happening.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-third-row-airbag-recall","label":"Third-row airbag recall remedy delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742349","quote_1_text":"There has been a recall issued on the 3rd row air bags for 6 months with no remedy still available. NHTSA Recall Number 26V034000 was issued in Jan 2026, and as of today, the manufacturer still not released a remedy.","quote_2_odi":"11729831","quote_2_text":"Recall #292 has been open with no remedy for over 3 months","quote_3_odi":"11733366","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V034000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2020-transmission-shudder-hesitation","label":"Transmission shudder and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 504 total)","source_complaint_count":504,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724202","quote_1_text":"Since about 90,000 miles I have noticed a shudder from my transmission. It has progressed and having transmission issues. I have had regular maintenance done on my car and have even replaced the transmission fluid twice and the shudder is continuing to happen. I have looked at…","quote_2_odi":"11720969","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The vehicle began jerking while driving, particularly during acceleration and shifting, prior to reaching 100,000 miles. Over time the issue worsened, and the vehicle started failing to accelerate properly when pressing the gas pedal. There have…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-child-safety-lock","label":"Child safety lock failure message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11642064","quote_1_text":"When turning on the child safety locks, the doors repeat a clicking sound for a few minutes sounding as if the doors are locking. After the noise stops, the dashboard shows the message \"child safety lock failure\"","quote_2_odi":"11684096","quote_2_text":"The electronic child safety lock system that is controlled with the door panel has been consistently failing since about 6 months after i got my vehicle. It tries to the lock the doors repeatedly until the system fails and tells me \"child safety lock failure\" on the display","quote_3_odi":"11670455","quote_3_text":"Child Safety Lock Failure (displayed on instrument panel upon immediate startup of vehicle). Child safety lock is stalled in a continuous lock and unlock clicking mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling at idle and while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11734796","quote_1_text":"The vehicle would shut off when idling at lights or in reverse and have delayed acceleration after stops. It also would shut off when idling in park","quote_2_odi":"11689141","quote_2_text":"The engine has been intermittently cutting off every day. We have taken it to the dealership multiple times, and they say they cannot recreate the issue, so there is absolutely nothing that they can do. The vehicle will shake a little bit and then turn off","quote_3_odi":"11726837","quote_3_text":"The car will start shaking, can’t exceed a certain mpg, and does not speed up. The check engine light comes on. The car is available for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11720993","quote_1_text":"We have been in Hyundai’s “oil consumption” protocol for the past 8-10 months. We’ve had 6 oil changes in that time. Each oil change was right a 1,000 miles. My engine is burning between 1.5 - 2.5 quarts of oil EVERY 1,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11753534","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption. Oil tank empty at 3 oil changes. Car was stalling at stops. Oil was empty 5000 miles prior to next suggested oil change. No low oil indicator light alarm","quote_3_odi":"11691822","quote_3_text":"Oil is being consumed at a rapid rate. Even when there is no oil in the vehicle, there are no lights that show up to signify low/empty oil. Once the oil is run dry, the car begins to make noises, can not accelerate, and jolts while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11645183","quote_1_text":"Shock failure within 33,000 miles. Going over bumps at higher speeds causes some loss of control of the vehicle. Dealer confirmed the issue with the shock upper insulator","quote_2_odi":"11659432","quote_2_text":"Have had rear shocks replace twice by the dealer with less than once at 35,000 miles again at 60,000 mile on the SUV. now with around 70,000 miles on the SUV the shocks need replaced again","quote_3_odi":"11638120","quote_3_text":"Rear shock failure causing bouncy uneven drive, confirmed with visibly leaked fluid. Dealership contacted, awaiting investigation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-seat-belt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11756145","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V607000 (SEAT BELTS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11748614","quote_2_text":"The manufacturer has failed to remedy this safety recall in a timely manner, I have been waiting since January 2026 for the new parts and it is July with no expected date of seat belts availability","quote_3_odi":"11721349","quote_3_text":"Recall for safety seat belts not repaired in a timely manner. It’s been 2.5 months, I called the first time after one month to see how much longer for the parts to come in and was basically told it is what it is, most people wait over 2 months, that was in January","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-seat-belt-unlatching","label":"Seat belt buckle releasing while driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11665095","quote_1_text":"On several occasions, between 15-25, one seatbelt (2nd row behind driver) unlatches randomly. We know it’s not because of the user. It will latch (and we know it’s latched because it clicks and there’s no seatbelt warning), but while driving it will unlatch for no apparent reason","quote_2_odi":"11663976","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the contact became aware that the seat belt had independently unbuckled from the seat belt buckle. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twelve times","quote_3_odi":"11644690","quote_3_text":"I am having problems with the seatbelt buckles in the second and third row seats, either not buckling to begin with (the seatbelt will not latch), or the seatbelt spontaneously unbuckles while I am driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11728856","quote_1_text":"Moving portion of panoramic sunroof glass exploded outwards while driving 60 MPH. Loud noise and glass could have injured driver, caused an accident, or damaged surrounding vehicles. The dealership has inspected and denied responsibility","quote_2_odi":"11739252","quote_2_text":"Driving SB on I-35 in Texas, going 70 MPH, no trucks or other cars passing, or following behind and the sunroof glass exploded. Nothing hit it. The screen was closed, so no glass fell down into the vehicle interior","quote_3_odi":"11643772","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof glass fractured without impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2021-sunroof-track-failure","label":"Sunroof wind deflector and track failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11742363","quote_1_text":"During normal operation, the sunroof wind deflector/visor malfunctioned and jammed inside the mechanism. This caused the pulleys and track assembly to bind and pull the glass panel out of position, damaging and breaking the sunroof track/mechanism","quote_2_odi":"11742149","quote_2_text":"Pressed button to open glass sunroof and glass panel crookedly began opening with one side opening farther than the other until it stopped midway with a loud grinding noise. It stopped crooked in the tracks. It would not open","quote_3_odi":"11723776","quote_3_text":"The sunroof failed to totally open or close after an initial engagement. Further inspection revealed the sunroof wind deflector frame slides and shoes were broken, and cables were loose and out of position","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11749289","quote_1_text":"Several times now, the car's engine will shut off while driving at low speed. When it shuts off, there is a relatively loud electrical noise coming from the engine compartment, and the instrument panel has multiple lights and sounds…","quote_2_odi":"11674133","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Hyundai Palisade has repeatedly shut off while coming to a stop. The vehicle stalls unexpectedly, dashboard lights illuminate as if the vehicle is being restarted, and the gear sometimes shifts into neutral. I have to manually restart the car to resume driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low-oil stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11750527","quote_1_text":"My car is consuming too much oil. I am going through almost 2 qts per 1,000 miles. Combustion cleaning and consumption test have been completed with no fix to the problem.","quote_2_odi":"11734555","quote_2_text":"The engine has been burning oil since last May and Hyundai has been putting me through the ringer of hoops to get it fixed. After 11 months and almost 30 visits to the dealership, they are finally replacing the engine…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-radiator-leak","label":"Radiator coolant leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698735","quote_1_text":"The radiator is leaking, and from researching online seems to be a major issue with this year of car.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear self-leveling shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11690214","quote_1_text":"The shocks on my 2022 Hyundai Palisade are defective. I had both shocks and the absorbers replaced the first time at 44,349 miles on 5/31/25. I had the driver side rear shock and absorber replaced again at 46,567 miles on 7/24/25…","quote_2_odi":"11678316","quote_2_text":"Repeated rear suspension failures on cars with self leveling suspension. I will be having my 4th set installed in 3 years. Rear suspension failure leads to unpredictable cornering and possible accident in and emergency maneuver…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-seat-belt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt recall repair parts backorder","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11737525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: (25V607000 (SEAT BELTS) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available although it states it is on the database…","quote_2_odi":"11726666","quote_2_text":"I've been trying for 6 months to get my recalled seatbelts replaced as I complained about issues with the latching mechanism for years before the recall. The dealership does not have parts to repair the seatbelts and will not provide a reasonable time frame or loaner vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-seat-belt-unlatching","label":"Seat belt unlatching while driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11654002","quote_1_text":"2nd row captain seats come unbuckled on there own after correctly buckling/ latching them. Has done it multiple times while driving down the road on my adult children and my younger children","quote_2_odi":"11613091","quote_2_text":"Second row seatbelts will randomly unbuckle while driving. Despite making sure they are securely fastened.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11750967","quote_1_text":"We were driving down the road and heard a loud pop and then heard glass falling onto the sunroof sunshade. My sunroom exploded out of nowhere, nobody in front of me, no trees or structures above us. Just spontaneously shattered.","quote_2_odi":"11613485","quote_2_text":"Sunroof randomly exploded while I was driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2022-wiper-malfunction","label":"Windshield wiper malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":294,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11637150","quote_1_text":"Snowing & my drivers side front wiper stopped working. Palssenger side ok. Had to pull over every couple blocks to manually wipe window clear to see to get home. It has been over a week and still does not work.","quote_2_odi":"11719409","quote_2_text":"My driver windshield wiper stop working when driving. It was snowing out and it stopped working. Dealership has been notified. Put myself and my children in the car at risk because I was unable to see out the window…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-abs-uneven-surface-braking","label":"ABS activation on uneven surfaces at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11621030","quote_1_text":"When driving at low speed (<25mph) over uneven terrain, such as bumps in road or small potholes, and applying brakes, the Anti-lock braking system will engage and causing vibrations in the brake and steering column and the car will not slow down…","quote_2_odi":"11681185","quote_2_text":"ABS system engaging at unpredictable times. Unable to stop. Have slid into intersection when braking with perfect road conditions. Feels like I hit ice in 100 degree weather. Experience shaking/brakes locking up…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Intermittent loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11738775","quote_1_text":"Our Hyundai has a powertrain problem that is intermittent and random, and manifests itself in a couple of ways: 1) It drops out of gear while you are driving; there is no forward propulsion at all; the engine will rev when you press the gas, but no forward movement at all…","quote_2_odi":"11639031","quote_2_text":"In Snow Mode, I was at a complete stop and then pushed on the gas pedal to go, the car did not accelerate. I pumped the pedal, still nothing. The car moved slowly like it was in neutral, but would not accelerate. I was trying to turn left at an intersection, it was very scary…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear self-leveling shock absorber failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11662408","quote_1_text":"Both rear shock absorbers have failed. Right side failed at 5,200 miles and was replaced 5,418 miles. Left side failed at 18,164 and was replaced also at that time. Currently the vehicle has 21,200 miles and both right and left side shock absorbers have failed again…","quote_2_odi":"11670414","quote_2_text":"Rear shocks keep breaking and needing to be replaced. Vehicle has about 35,000 and is about to go into the dealership for it 7th and 8th rear shocks in the last 9 months…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-recall-remedy-delays","label":"Seat belt and air bag recall remedy delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11734741","quote_1_text":"Recall for seatbealts and third row airbags. Car has been at the dealership currently for a month with no parts for the seatbelts and no remedy at this time for the air bags.","quote_2_odi":"11733658","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V034000 (Air Bags) and 25V607000 (Seat Belts); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-seat-belt-unlatching","label":"Seat belt buckle unlatching and retraction failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11644713","quote_1_text":"Front driver and passenger as well as second row driver and passenger seat belts have spontaneously unbuckled while we are driving- several times. No one was injured but it puts myself and my family at a huge safety risk…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-steering-clunk-low-speed","label":"Steering wheel clunk and lock at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11698303","quote_1_text":"When turning the wheel at low speeds the steering wheel suddenly hits something like a steel wall and sometimes huts the wrist of the driver. it feels like a piece of steel blocking the rotation of the steering wheel. This happens now on a regular basis…","quote_2_odi":"11701022","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel locks briefly when the Idle Stop and Go (ISG) system restarts the vehicle. This happens intermittently, about 50% of the time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03 (200 most-recent sample)","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11698033","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a 4 lane highway at 70mph with no landscaping, cars or trucks around me what so ever and my sunroof imploded on me. Luckily my sunshade was closed. The glass was domed outwards like pressure from inside the cabin pushed it out and shattered into tiny pieces…","quote_2_odi":"11602029","quote_2_text":"While driving to our vacation destination, we head a very loud pop from the roof area. We found a place to pull over and realized that there was a huge hole in our sunroof glass…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-abs-braking-uneven-surfaces","label":"ABS activation reducing braking on uneven surfaces","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11662368","quote_1_text":"The ABS system is over sensitive or not working properly. If I am applying minimal break pressure over any uneven surface such as a small crack in the road, bump, gravel or uneven surface the ABS will engage and cause the vehicle to lurch forward at least 5 feet. This has caused…","quote_2_odi":"11693215","quote_2_text":"When stepping on the brakes on a somewhat bumpy road the brakes will at times stop braking and the car will still keep going unless you take your foot off the brake and step on the brakes again. This is a massive safety issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-phantom-aeb-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11692166","quote_1_text":"driving on i55 south bound near weber road in will county on 10/07/2025 at approximately 3:40 pm my 2024 palisade all of a sudden slammed on the brakes and alerted an audible message of eminent collision. there was no collision that was even present or going to happen. I was…","quote_2_odi":"11727129","quote_2_text":"RE: Failed Radar Braking on a 2024 Hyundai Palisade What component or system failed or malfunctioned .. . . On Feb 8th, 2026 I was driving in to Lakeland FL on I-75 N, in the right hand lane, near a green stoplight following a car 2 lengths ahead. The radar cruise control was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-rear-suspension-noise","label":"Rear suspension shock absorber noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11719755","quote_1_text":"Rear shocks have gone out I am hearing metal on rubber noises dealer had explained issues is common and shock are on back order","quote_2_odi":"11728987","quote_2_text":"Posterior shocks fractured at 24,000 miles. Car handles poorly and drives unsteady. Dealer has confirmed fracture and has promised new shocks 4 months ago. Have contacted Hyundai corporate and have been told weekly that they are working on a solution but have no idea when a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-seatbelt-buckle-recall-backorder","label":"Seat belt buckle recall parts backorder","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11709813","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint to report a serious safety issue involving the driver’s seat belt buckle in my vehicle. While driving, the driver’s seat belt buckle failed. Specifically, the buckle un latched and it was then unable to re-latch after that. Making it impossible to…","quote_2_odi":"11697693","quote_2_text":"we have had the seatbelt come unbuckled twice in second row seat. I am being told by the dealer that there is \"no remedy\" for this problem. I am also being told to continue to drive my car even though the seat belt buckles may fail in an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-steering-lockup-power-loss","label":"Steering wheel lockup with power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744336","quote_1_text":"While driving the 2024 Hyundai Palisade, the steering wheel suddenly locks up, resulting in an immediate loss of steering control creating an immediate safety hazard. The steering wheel becomes completely rigid, making it impossible to turn left or right. This condition feels as…","quote_2_odi":"11716351","quote_2_text":"Approximately 4 months after purchasing our 2024 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy we started experiencing a serious steering issue. When driving slow while making turns, either right or left whether going forward or reverse the steering wheel intermittently abruptly stops mid turn…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2024-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11731691","quote_1_text":"My small sunroof spontaneously exploded upwards while I was driving on a flat, smooth, straight road at 45 mph (the speed limit) with no cars in front of or behind me. There are no trees overhanging this road. I do have a dashcam showing this. When it happened, I looked in my…","quote_2_odi":"11738290","quote_2_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED/ SHATTERED while driving. no inclement weather- no hot temperature","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-abs-uneven-surface-braking","label":"ABS activation on uneven roads increases stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694112","quote_1_text":"When driving at a low speed and over an uneven driving surface attempting to brake, the abs system unnecessarily engages and causes the car to lock up and skid instead of braking","quote_2_odi":"11685619","quote_2_text":"The Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) is severely malfunctioning. When driving on stone roads, gravel, or uneven terrain, the brakes either fail to engage properly, over-react, or cause sudden grinding and shaking","quote_3_odi":"11673774","quote_3_text":"On June 30th, I turn right, into a parking lot. I take an immediate left and pull up to a stop sign at the end of a fast food driveway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745340","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalls while at red lights stop signs or in parking lot. No lights come on prior to it stalling it just stalls throws itself into park and stalls. Very scary situation","quote_2_odi":"11673241","quote_2_text":"I was exiting the freeway onto off ramp, was slowing down to break for a line of cars at a red light and the car shut off and stopped before i came to a complete stop on my own","quote_3_odi":"11682912","quote_3_text":"The engine issue first started as a small knock and hesitation during acceleration, which has now progressed into full misfiring and loss of performance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-phantom-collision-braking","label":"Forward collision system braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11676741","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway using the adaptive cruise control feature in my 2025 Hyundai Palisade, the vehicle suddenly and aggressively braked for no reason — even though there was no vehicle or obstruction ahead","quote_2_odi":"11704379","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s forward collision warning / rear cross-traffic warning system is falsely detecting obstacles while I am driving down a normal residential driveway","quote_3_odi":"11699452","quote_3_text":"A dangerous and unpredictable braking issue has plagued my brand-new SUV (under 5,000 miles)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-power-seat-no-obstruction-stop","label":"Power third-row seat failing to stop on obstruction","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728376","quote_1_text":"The powered operation of the third row in the 2025 Hyundai Palisade fails to stop if anything or anyone is sitting or placed on the third row seat","quote_2_odi":"11726991","quote_2_text":"While sitting in the third row and attempting to grab something, my husband accidentally pushed the fold buttons and seats began to close on me","quote_3_odi":"11728270","quote_3_text":"The third-row seats in my 2025 Hyundai Palisade are closing fully even when there are clear obstructions in the seat path","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear suspension shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731299","quote_1_text":"Defective rear self-leveling shocks/suspension. Unstable going over even small bumps. No replacement parts available","quote_2_odi":"11694862","quote_2_text":"The rear suspension strut assembly on the passenger side fully dislodged while driving at approximately 30 mph","quote_3_odi":"11705898","quote_3_text":"Loud rattle in back of car which was determined by Brenham Tx Hyundai dealer to be bad rear shocks on 12/4/2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Open seat belt and airbag recalls lacking repair parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745232","quote_1_text":"This is in relation to the recall 25V607000 issued September 19, 2025. My and my children's safety has been put at risk by Hyundai's failure to obtain replacement parts to fix this recall","quote_2_odi":"11719935","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Hyundai Palisade. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V034000 (Air Bags) and 25V607000 (Seat Belts); however, parts for the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11748655","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has had an open recall for defective seat belts since 9/11/2025, but the Hyundai dealership I purchased from has been unable to perform repairs due to insufficient parts on hand","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle failing to latch or self-unlatching","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739935","quote_1_text":"I was driving my vehicle on 5/24/26 and my daughter’s seatbelt came unlatched while driving. The sensor went off and she was quickly able to belt it back","quote_2_odi":"11724300","quote_2_text":"Seat belt in the 2nd row became spontaneously unbuckled while driving. Seat belt was attached to my daughter's car seat and was snug and latched for several weeks before it spontaneously came undone while driving on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11712935","quote_3_text":"I was in a car accident on the freeway. Hit from behind. Non of the seat belts locked from the shoulder. Me and my 4 kids all suffered whiplash. The seat belt failed to restrain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2025-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof or moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745993","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving on Interstate 95 at 70mph. Photos show sunroof exploded outwards not inwards","quote_2_odi":"11706071","quote_2_text":"The top moonroof spontaneously shattered and is in a compressed upward position. Nothing impacted it from beneath and glass fell on my infant daughter who was secured in her car seat","quote_3_odi":"11699294","quote_3_text":"My son and I were driving down the interstate and all of a sudden we heard a loud boom. It felt like something hit the vehicle, but it was more like an explosion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-adas-false-braking-alerts","label":"Unintended automatic braking and driver attention alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718550","quote_1_text":"On at least 8 occasions, the vehicle has issued a warning to take control now of the vehicle and then begun to stop the vehicle. On 2/16/26, it tried to stop the vehicle on two occasions, and the driver had to press the gas pedal as a car was approaching from behind","quote_2_odi":"11744388","quote_2_text":"On 4 separate occasions, the vehicle has gone haywire with several alarms and icons going off at once and then sudden braking in the middle of the road before I have even realized what is going on","quote_3_odi":"11710101","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle displays a warning of \"Eyes on Road, Hands on Wheel\". It has happened 6x since vehicle purchase, most recent on 10 Jan 26","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-battery-discharge","label":"12-volt battery discharge and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11703657","quote_1_text":"Batteries in the brand new 2026 Hyundai Palisade are failing by dying unexpectedly with under 500 miles on the vehicle. I have documented over 20 instances with new owners online","quote_2_odi":"11735254","quote_2_text":"I went to start the car and it was totally dead. It is used 7 days a week and driven back and forth to work 5 days a week. There was no warning and nothing was left on, just dead","quote_3_odi":"11719750","quote_3_text":"Purchased a brand new car at Gerald North Aurora on 12/31 with 400 miles and on 01/25 car wont start with 717 miles and I had to register a road side assistance for jump start and after service center visit they replaced with a brand new battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-brake-performance-loss","label":"Reduced braking performance and brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11743449","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal sinks to floor when depressed while vehicle is in motion, causing vehicle to glide before stopping","quote_2_odi":"11748639","quote_2_text":"Stopped at the gas pump and filled up. When I went to leave all dash lights were lit up and car wouldn’t move. Brakes were locked. I tried restarting and restarting. Brakes would lock up when I tried to move, either direction","quote_3_odi":"11703895","quote_3_text":"Driving around 30mph pressing brakes to slow down and brakes felt softer than normal. Noticed when around 7 mph car continues to not come to full stop but continued to move. This happened 3 times during the same drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-glass-fracture","label":"Windshield, sunroof, and rear window glass fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752000","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was purchased new in June 2026. Within approximately six weeks of ownership, I am on my third windshield. Two windshields have fractured after minor impacts from small pebbles or road debris","quote_2_odi":"11724780","quote_2_text":"Small rock chip in windshield and the next day when turning on the defrost a long crack formed that is approximately 10-12 inches. The windshield is very flimsy and driving with a cracked windshield is a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11748148","quote_3_text":"Today, July 3, 2026 I was PARKED in a parking lot not near anyone, sitting in my running vehicle & heard a crackling noise. I looked back to see my rear window shattering but still in tact, but just crackling all the way across the entire window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout and display faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708072","quote_1_text":"Entire instrument cluster goes black while driving. Speedometer, odometer, tachometer, turn signal indicators, everything stops working and just a blank screen","quote_2_odi":"11696572","quote_2_text":"New Hyundai Palisade Hybrid Calligraphy AWD speedometer and critical information screen and heads up display while driving goes blank. This has happened to me twice","quote_3_odi":"11713044","quote_3_text":"Occasionally while driving, the entire center console display screen will sshut off (turn black) and reset after a minute","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration and engine power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740878","quote_1_text":"While traveling along a high-speed highway, our 2026 Palisade unexpectedly suffered a severe loss of acceleration. Despite fully depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle struggled to exceed approximately 20 miles per hour","quote_2_odi":"11755211","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Hyundai Palisade. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and decelerated to 20 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11744004","quote_3_text":"The pedal went to the floor, but the car did not accelerate. It barely rolled forward. I had to slam on the brake so I would not roll into the intersection, and turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-power-seat-obstruction-detection","label":"Power seat obstruction detection failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11706920","quote_1_text":"Power folding seats do not stop when met with an obstruction. Occupant exiting the 3rd row of the vehicle was squished between the 2nd row seat and door frame of vehicle while trying to exit and it was very painful","quote_2_odi":"11726296","quote_2_text":"The rear power-folding seat in my 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy failed to detect my child while closing. The seat continued applying force and did not automatically stop. I had to manually intervene to release her","quote_3_odi":"11724713","quote_3_text":"The 2nd and 3rd row power-folding seats in my 2026 Hyundai Palisade do not detect the presence of a person or object when automatically folding","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Palisade","model_slug":"palisade","cluster_id":"palisade-2026-recall-296-seat-remedy-changes","label":"Seat operation changes after Recall 296 software remedy","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739822","quote_1_text":"Following completion of Recall Campaign 296, the third-row rear seat continued to exhibit the same hazardous behavior the recall was intended to correct","quote_2_odi":"11733731","quote_2_text":"I am reporting an inadequate and deceptive remedy for NHTSA Recall 296 (Hyundai Recall 296) regarding the 2026 Palisade Calligraphy. The original safety defect involved the failure of the power-folding 2nd and 3rd-row seats to detect obstructions, leading to a known fatality","quote_3_odi":"11736207","quote_3_text":"Following Hyundai Recall 296 on my 2026 Hyundai Palisade Calligraphy, the second-row “car seat friendly” tilt-and-slide seat functionality changed significantly after the required software update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/palisade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"Driver-assistance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11544242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Lane Departure feature malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to drive off the road on several occasions, and crossed double yellow lines with oncoming traffic ahead…","quote_2_odi":"11496368","quote_2_text":"While driving down a two-lane highway at night (foggy conditions), the Lane Following Assist feature was turned on. There was a section of highway where a vehicle had previously driven through wet white paint. The paint was smeared toward the ONCOMING lane…","quote_3_odi":"11522112","quote_3_text":"A few days ago, my vehcile began giving me continuous warning messages on the dash, replacing the tachometer. The messages I received alternate from day to day \"Uneven road ahead - please drive carefully\" and \"Slippery road ahead - please drive carefully\"…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11705417","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was involved in a collision in which the airbags failed to deploy. Despite the severity of the impact, no airbags deployed. As a result, both adult occupants (my daughters) were injured…","quote_2_odi":"11541527","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH while slowing down, the vehicle rear ended by another vehicle which caused the contact to crash into the vehicle in front. The air bags did not deploy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-fuel-injector-failure","label":"GDI fuel injector failure and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11679960","quote_1_text":"Vehicle began running roughly. CEL came on. Began to misfire. Limped it off the FWY under limited power. Had vehicle towed to dealership. Was diagnosed as having bad fuel injectors…","quote_2_odi":"11496873","quote_2_text":"While driving on a local highway, vehicle lost all power and stopped. It would not restart. Vehicle was towed to the dealer, and was they found found that the HIGH PRESSURE #4 FUEL INJECTOR IS STUCK OPEN, and REPLACED #4 CYLINDER FUEL INJECTOR AS REQUIRED…","quote_3_odi":"11661401","quote_3_text":"I purchased my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz new from Hallmark Hyundai in Tennessee. Ever since the purchase of my Hyundai Santa Cruz I have had issues with fuel injectors. I have had two fuel injector failures that had to be covered under warranty, the last fuel injector that failed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-low-beam-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11462198","quote_1_text":"The low beam headlight position creates a \"shadow shelf\" in the middle of the windshield making visibility poor while using only the low beams. This is made worse in inclement weather…","quote_2_odi":"11455969","quote_2_text":"My Santa Cruz headlights have a dark shadow on the drivers side while driving at night. It is extremely distracting and it can be a danger. The blind spot is very obvious. It can lead the driver to look at the shadow instead of the road…","quote_3_odi":"11496569","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low beam headlights were not illuminating as needed. The driver used the high beam headlights while driving…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-power-loss-transmission","label":"Loss of motive power and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":118,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11475136","quote_1_text":"Complete transmission failure on the highway without warning. Issue occured at 12,237 miles on the vehicle. While traveling under cruise control at 75MPH on the highway in the far left lane and the dashboard lit up and told me to pull over immediately…","quote_2_odi":"11469628","quote_2_text":"Merging onto interstate and experienced loss of power. Slowly accelerated to 50 mph with gas pedal to the floor could not exceed 50mph. No warning lights just sudden loss of power. I had to drive onto side of the road to avoid being hit from cars behind me on interstate…","quote_3_odi":"11476640","quote_3_text":"While driving between 30 to 40 MPH the vehicle jerks. It feels like the transmission is not getting in gear and it slows down. Then the engine and transmission kind of engage and it goes back to normal…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11600081","quote_1_text":"My wife and I were driving yesterday afternoon and on the highway we heard a very loud sound and pulled over and it turns out our sun roof glass (on a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz that I lease) seems to have spontaneously shattered…","quote_2_odi":"11523450","quote_2_text":"The glass sunroof in my 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, 1.5 years old with 8,020 miles, exploded on 05-22-23, and is currently awaiting an inspection by the insurance adjuster from Progressive Insurance…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-tailgate-opening","label":"Tailgate opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11745564","quote_1_text":"The tailgate of this vehicle opened by itself while driving and pulling a trailer. The key fob was stored safely in the cup holder of the vehicle. When I attempted to back the trailer into a driveway, the open tailgate was caught between the vehicle and the trailer…","quote_2_odi":"11599291","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated while the vehicle was in park, he attempted to load the vehicle through the rear tailgate door when the rear tailgate door completely detached. No warning lights had illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2022-trailer-hitch-fire","label":"Trailer hitch wiring fire","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11603137","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he was made aware that flames had been observed emanating from the rear of the vehicle. Bystanders were able to safely extinguish the flames…","quote_2_odi":"11558967","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V181000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-dct-shifting-limp-mode","label":"DCT shifting failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11529402","quote_1_text":"The dual clutch transmission frequently, though not consistently, malfunctions under acceleration. Typically, when accelerating from a stop, when the transmission shifts from 1st to 2nd gear, the clutch will slip causing a sudden loss of acceleration and shaking of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11600528","quote_2_text":"Truck stopped shifting corrrectly with 11550 miles. Would get stuck in 8th gear or 2nd gear. Shifting into manual mode produced no response. I brought it to the dealer 6/12 and upon receiving the P1c2d03 code, they told me it would be a hp oil pump.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-emergency-braking-activation","label":"Emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11697025","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway at a speed of approx 35 mph, no traffic in front of me, I got an audile warning and the car started slowing down, and the message on the dash said EMERGENCY BRAKING, this has happened twice in the last month.","quote_2_odi":"11648471","quote_2_text":"The emergency brake system comes on while driving 60 - 70 miles an hour on freeway. It has happened twice. It does not happen every time I drive 60 - 70. The light comes on stating Emergency Braking and my vehicle slows down. It does not last for very long then goes away.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-fire-while-parked","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11687864","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact stated that while exiting the vehicle to go into a store, he looked back and noticed the vehicle was on fire. No warning lights illuminated. The contact mentioned he noticed the fire was coming from the rear driver's side…","quote_2_odi":"11524087","quote_2_text":"On May 1, 2023 I pulled my 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz into my garage at about 5pm and fyi It was blustery outside and had been raining & snowing all day. At about 5:15 pm I heard a loud bang followed by another. I looked out the back door and saw that the whole garage…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-fuel-injector-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure and cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11659417","quote_1_text":"Received error code P030300 and the third cylinder fuel injector had to be replaced. There is approximately 36000 miles on the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11552363","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has multiple engine misfires, resulting from faulty fuel injectors. Unable to maintain speed, vehicle controls become hard to control due to vehicles engine misfires. Vehicle has less ten 20,000 miles. Dealership unable to obtain new fuel injectors…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-hitch-recall-parts","label":"Trailer hitch recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11549576","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V181000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.…","quote_2_odi":"11526080","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Cruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V181000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11619977","quote_1_text":"On 3 separate occasions this has occurred . When accelerating, the engine or power train completely loses all propulsion. Twice I was starting a left hand turn and crossing oncoming traffic.…","quote_2_odi":"11528861","quote_2_text":"Upon pulling onto a street, the vehicle lost power. Pressing on the gas pedal provided no power or faster RPM's. No warning lights were activated. I pulled in and out of two different side streets with very little power. Parked and shut off the vehicle.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-oil-coolant-leaks","label":"Engine oil and coolant leaks at caps and gaskets","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11656960","quote_1_text":"Oil filter cap oil leak problem. Typical problem with this vehicles that require attention. These defective oil leak caps are a safety and environmental concern. The engine almost starved of oil while driving on the highway.…","quote_2_odi":"11641829","quote_2_text":"My coolant reservoir was so low that there was less than 8oz of coolant left in the tank. I contacted my local Hyundai dealership and had them service my Santa Cruz.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2023-radiator-road-debris","label":"Radiator damage from road debris through grille","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11513356","quote_1_text":"Coolant leaking onto engine shield and ground from front a small rock that hit of vehicle radiator. The radiator is not nearly shielded well enough to protect it from rocks and other debris. A 1/4 inch diameter rock struck the front of radiator through grill opening…","quote_2_odi":"11498350","quote_2_text":"Joined a Santa Cruz Owners blog immediately after purchase. This safety defect involves BOTH the 2022 and 2023 - ALL models. The front grill (especially the lower section) has no mesh and the openings are too big.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11612964","quote_1_text":"Another driver ran a red light and hit a vehicle in front of me, which spun and impacted the right front corner of my truck. Impact did not seem that severe, my air bags did not deploy but both front seat belts were locked up after the accident.…","quote_2_odi":"11619944","quote_2_text":"Driver 1 will be the Hyundai Santa Cruz traveling northbound on [XXX] at [XXX] . Driver 2 crossed [XXX] 1 directly in front of my vehicle causing extensive damage to the vehicle as well as injuries to the occupants. Vehicle 1 was [XXX] months old at the time. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-collision-avoidance","label":"Collision avoidance system activation and faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11739908","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], while I was travelling South on [XXX] in Washington, while towing. My Emergency Brake/Forward Collision Avoidance system activated. Very briefly but enough to give me a shock.…","quote_2_odi":"11627698","quote_2_text":"On 2 separate occasions on the highway at 55+ miles per hour during daylight dry conditions summer temperature the following safety hazard occurred; A car approached the rear of my 2024 hyundai santa crux night 2.5L. while on the highway.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-lane-keep-assist","label":"Lane keeping assist steering pull and noise","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11735543","quote_1_text":"My issue is that the lane keeping system was much too sensitive. I would be riding at highway speeds and the car would pull suddenly to the right or left.…","quote_2_odi":"11605552","quote_2_text":"When the lane keeping assistant is operating, a constant, fairly loud buzzing sound emanates from the steering column, accompanied by a slight vibration on the steering wheel.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11555969","quote_1_text":"while driving my car lost power and slowed on its own from 65 mph down to 45 mph. i had to power/acceleration and all the dashboard codes lit up and the infotainment system had an error messsage.…","quote_2_odi":"11741927","quote_2_text":"Contact owns 2024 Honda Santa Cruz. The contact stated while driving 45 mph on the highway vehicle wasn't responding while accelerator pedal was depressed.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-tailgate-latch","label":"Tailgate latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11569308","quote_1_text":"Driving Santa Cruz Limited 2024 down the highway when the tailgate lowers by itself. It has happened twice on me. My key fob was in center console of vehicle. Reported incident to dealership.","quote_2_odi":"11583389","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] I was in Pennsylvania packing my car to make a trip back home to New Hampshire. I closed the tailgate and it fell off and hit the bumper which dented the tailgate. i was able to put it up on the truck.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Cruz","model_slug":"santa-cruz","cluster_id":"santa-cruz-2024-transmission-slip","label":"Transmission slipping into neutral at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11693975","quote_1_text":"As I was attempting to accelerate at a stop light, once I got to 10mph I lost all power and the vehicle appeared to be in neutral, even though it was in gear. The engine just revved and would not go any faster.…","quote_2_odi":"11713824","quote_2_text":"I was at a stop sign leave a store and I started going again and when I got to 15 mph it like it went into neutral and I thought maybe I hit shifter in neutral but didn't and I went to go again did same thing but then jump into next gear…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-cruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and restraint system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11532175","quote_1_text":"I am the original owner of a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. It currently has less than 100,000 miles on it as I drive it infrequently. On June 12, 2023, my airbag light lit on the display and has since remained","quote_2_odi":"11424359","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown","quote_3_odi":"11330874","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SIDE-CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT AN IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-brake-loss-lockup","label":"Brake and ABS warning light with loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10438165","quote_1_text":"BRAKE PEDAL CANNOT HOLD PRESSURE, CREATING DANGEROUS SITUATION IN EMERGENCY BRAKING. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALER ON NOVEMBER 29 FOR WARRANTY REPAIR. DEALER FOUND MASTER CYLINDER HAS INTERNAL LEAK. REPLACED MASTER CYLINDER AND RE-BLED THE SYSTEM. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11557213","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control and ABS warning lights illuminated. The vehicle later lost motive power after pulling into the driveway","quote_3_odi":"11303027","quote_3_text":"FOR NO REASON THE CAR WILL STALL AND ALL STEERING AND BRAKE FUNCTIONS ARE DISABLED. HAPPENS WHEN STOPPED OR WHILE DRIVING. CAR HAS TO BE PUT IN PARK AND RESTARTED. VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-cruise-speed-control-surge","label":"Uncommanded acceleration and stalling under speed control","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11103044","quote_1_text":"ON 6/17/2018 @ APPROXIMATELY 5:00PM WHILE DRIVING MY SANTA FE, I BEGAN TO HAVE SURGING POWER. I ATTEMPTED TO DISENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL BUT COULD NOT. I WOULD SLOW DOWN ONLY TO SPEED RIGHT BACK UP AS IF I HAD PUSHED THE RESUME BUTTON, I HAD NOT","quote_2_odi":"10596575","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI SANTE FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE STALLED. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"11662795","quote_3_text":"Driving approximately 70-75mph on highway with cruise control set. Car starts to make rattling sound & engine warning light goes on, car struggles to accelerate and hovers around 60mph. Upon inspection of engine oil in car, fresh oil has been burned up quickly! Added 1 quart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10732467","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2010 HYUNDAI SANTA FE, THE BLINKER SWITCH STARTED FRANTICALLY CLICKING, I THAN HEARD ELECTRICAL SPARKS FROM THE STEERING COLUMN AND THAN SMOKE STARTING COMING FROM THE STEERING COLUMN WHERE THE BLINKER SHAFT WAS LOCATED","quote_2_odi":"11727026","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to immediately start, but started after several attempts","quote_3_odi":"11551974","quote_3_text":"My 2010 Hyundai Sante Fe caught fire on 9/27/23 while I was operating the vehicle and this fire ultimately caused my electrical systems to overheat and the wiring to melt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine knock, stall, and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643002","quote_1_text":"The engine locked down due to the improper power train, driveline, driveshaft. Oil leaking and malfunction of power train, driveline, driveshaft caused motor to knock and lock down","quote_2_odi":"11598573","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11715168","quote_3_text":"I hadn't used the car in a few weeks (rarely leave the house because I work from home). I went to visit a friend on December 26th or 27th (don't remember exact date). On the way there the engine started having a knocking noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-front-end-jerk-on-bumps","label":"Front-end jerk and steering pull over bumps","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11566683","quote_1_text":"At any speed period, if i hit a pothole or those little ripple things on side of the country county roads, any of them causes my vehicle to jerk and makes a a sound like the entire right front end is going to fall apart at any moment and it either jerks my vehicle off the road","quote_2_odi":"11555182","quote_2_text":"Whenever i hit a bump on the side of the road, the truck jerks really badly and if im not grasping the steering wheel with all my strength, it will jerk me off the highway from the bump making the entire car go off the road","quote_3_odi":"11521906","quote_3_text":"When im driving down the road and the slightest bump is on yhe side of the road, the truck feels like its not connected to the framing or the wheels or something because when i hit the bump it jerks the wheels to the right and that's the only side it does it on and it does it so","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2010-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift and gear-selection failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11608666","quote_1_text":"Transmission will not shift out of 1st. Gear .50000 miles this is second time in less than 2 months. Dealer replaced cable in top of transmission worked for 600 miles","quote_2_odi":"11757175","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s transmission slips while driving on the highway at approximately 65–75 mph. The slipping occurs at highway speeds and appears to affect the vehicle’s ability to maintain consistent power and acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11383441","quote_3_text":"THE CAR MAKES A JERKING SOUND WHEN SWITCHING FROM PARK TO DRIVE OR REVERSE WHEN IT'S HOT. IT ALSO JERKS LIKE IT DOESN'T KNOW WHAT GEAR TO GO INTO WHILE DRIVING ON OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-accelerator-hesitation","label":"Accelerator hesitation and unexpected deceleration or lunge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10593684","quote_1_text":"THIS CAR HESITATES AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK. I AM GETTING AFRAID TO DRIVE IT. WHILE SITTING AT A LIGHT AND I START TO GO I TURN THE WHEEL AND THE CAR HESITATES AND LUNGES FORWARD AND I HAVE TO STEP ON THE BRAKE TO SLOW IT DOWN","quote_2_odi":"10510798","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY DECELERATED TO 5 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10447708","quote_3_text":"ON DECEMBER 19,2011 I WAS SLOWING DOWN COMING TO A STOP SIGN AND ON OR ABOUT THE TIME AS I PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL THE MOTOR STARTED RACING OUT OF CONTROL. I PUT ALL MY WEIGHT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE CAR, THEN SLAMMED THE GEAR INTO PARK AND TURNED THE MOTOR OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine seizure, catastrophic failure, oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11689997","quote_1_text":"CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE. With no prior indications, the engine seized while driving on side street at 25mph. Engine blew hole in block and dumped engine parts, including piston rod, piston and engine block remnants, and oil on street","quote_2_odi":"10785369","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE MOTOR LOCKED UP WITH NO WARNING. NO OIL LEFT IN THE PAN BUT NO LIGHTS CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11341922","quote_3_text":"CAR STARTED SMOKING BLUE SMOKE OUT OF THE EXHAUST AT 45,000 MILES WAS NEVER TREATED FOR AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST. I DIDN'T KNOW THERE WAS SUCH A THING WAS NOT ADVISED AT THAT TIME NOW 3 YEARS LATER SUV ONLY HAS 56,000 IT USED 2 QUARTS OF OIL IN 1700 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10577396","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 38,800 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 38,920","quote_2_odi":"10535699","quote_2_text":"FOR THE SECOND TIME THIS SUMMER THE ENGINE HAS JUST SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY DOWN HILL. THIS TIME I BARELY MISSED CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND HITTING A PEDESTRIAN. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10460671","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO SUCCESSFULLY RESTART THE VEHICLE AND CONTINUE DRIVING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO HAVE THE FAILURE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-front-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture puncturing the tire","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11353848","quote_1_text":"FRONT RIGHT STRUT SPRING RELEASED FROM THE MOUNTING WITH A LOUD BANG AND WAS RUBBING AGAINST THE TIRE. THIS HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH. THE TIRE WAS DAMAGED. I HAVE REPLACED BOTH FRONT STRUTS","quote_2_odi":"10703436","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING AT APPROX. 40 MPH ON A SECONDARY PAVED ROAD THE EVENING OF 3/31/2015, HEARD A LOUD BANG AND GRINDING NOISE ORIGINATING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF VEHICLE. IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. FOUND THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT","quote_3_odi":"10947534","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE CONTACT HEARD NOISE FROM THE FRONT TIRES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS PUNCTURED THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering failure and steering wheel seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11084805","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING ABOUT 35MPH ON A STREET WHEN THE POWER STEERING HIGH PRESSURE LINE FAILED, WE WERE TRAVELING ON A STRAIGHT ROAD AND BY THE TIME I HEARD THE WHINING OF THE PUMP, THE POWER STEERING FLUID HAD LEAKED OUT AND OF COURSE WE LOST POWER STEERING","quote_2_odi":"10475793","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 4 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL STEERING CAPABILITIES. THERE WAS NO TENSION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND HE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT A BOLT HAD BECOME","quote_3_odi":"11101847","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, BUT THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2011-turn-signal-switch-smoking","label":"Smoke and burning odor from turn signal switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10945878","quote_1_text":"DIRECTIONAL WAS BLINKING FAST AND WAS NOT ON THEN SMOKE CAME FROM STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11140649","quote_2_text":"AFTER SIGNALING LANE CHANGE/TURN FROM HIGHWAY, TURN SIGNAL SWITCH CONTINUED CLICKING WHEN TURN WAS COMPLETED AND TURN SIGNAL WAS IN OFF POSITION. SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE LEFT FRONT VENT","quote_3_odi":"11192419","quote_3_text":"BLINKERS KEEP GOING ON BY THEMSELVES. SMOKE COMING FROM STEERING COLUMN. HAPPENS WHEN CAR IS RUNNING WHETHER DRIVING OR IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in frontal collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11082503","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 28 MPH, AN ONCOMING VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY CROSSED INTO THE CONTACT'S LANE. AS A RESULT, A HEAD ON COLLISION OCCURRED. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11362832","quote_2_text":"NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED UPON IMPACT, BUT THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF THE CAR WAS AFFECTED DURING THE WRECK","quote_3_odi":"11437031","quote_3_text":"Airbags for the ENTIRE car did not deploy in a car accident that rendered the car inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2012-electrical-faults","label":"Electrical faults in windows, locks, and battery circuits","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11637269","quote_1_text":"The first time the driver side front window would occasionally go up then automatically down when I tried to raise the window","quote_2_odi":"11618052","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing electrical failures. The contact stated that the 12 Volts battery was replaced several times","quote_3_odi":"11504390","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon exiting the vehicle, all four doors and tailgate would lock independently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2012-engine-stall-recall","label":"Engine stall and seizure from connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":143,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11722965","quote_1_text":"The engine rod broke creating a big whole in the engine which caused the engine and underneath of car to start on fire","quote_2_odi":"11502154","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V746000 (Engine) was completed and driving at approximately 70 mph, there was a loud abnormal noise under the vehicle and the steering wheel began to shake","quote_3_odi":"11432565","quote_3_text":"Fast forward to August, my husband and I were driving down to my parents on I-95 going 70 miles an hour when we suddenly heard a loud strange noise, then within seconds a loud bang","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2012-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front coil spring and subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11727316","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe suddenly collapsed and broke due to extreme corrosion","quote_2_odi":"11466979","quote_2_text":"Front coil spring rotted and broke while driving vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11535158","quote_3_text":"During the vehicle safety inspection, the mechanic noted the subframe and front suspension components were failing due to excessive corrosion and the Santa Fe was not safe to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2012-taillight-condensation","label":"Tail and brake light failures from water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11061000","quote_1_text":"DRIVER TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLY IS COLLECTING CONDENSATION IN IT, CAUSING TAIL LIGHT BULBS TO CRACK AND BLOW OUT","quote_2_odi":"11221930","quote_2_text":"RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT ASSEMBLY LEAKS WATER SHORTING OUT THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT, THIS SHOULD BE A PRODUCT RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11529887","quote_3_text":"Brake lights keep failing. Have replaced wiring harness, bulbs and brake switch twice now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2013-abs-fire-recall-delay","label":"ABS control module fire recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11601755","quote_1_text":"Hyundai Recall HY251, NHTSA 23V651000. The ABS Module is failing. This issue may cause the car to catch fire while driving or parked. I've taken the car to multiple dealers. The ABS light is on, the Traction Assist light is on, the Down Hill Assist light is on, and the Parking","quote_2_odi":"11583709","quote_2_text":"I have a Hyundai 2013 Santa Fe Sport 2.0T. I parked the car in the middle of my cement driveway. I went into my home for a moment to get my Stanley water bottle. When I walked back to the car, the engine compartment was on fire. I had 2 fire extinguishers and attempted to put","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2013-door-latch-lock-malfunction","label":"Door latch and lock malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11464853","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side door would not open from inside or outside the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The","quote_2_odi":"11757304","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car and my “open” door light came on out of nowhere. When I stopped I got out and closed my door the light turned off. When I was driving again the light came on and when I tried to open my door, it got stuck. I had someone try to open it from the outside and it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2013-engine-oil-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":99,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11627410","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is consuming a quart of oil and more within a 7-10 day time period. I took it to my local Hyundai dealership but it's not covered by a recall for this and there are No open recalls","quote_2_odi":"11606567","quote_2_text":"I was stopped at a red light and proceeded to turn right when my car shut down. I was able to pull over and turned my car off. It wouldn’t turn back on. I had it towed and they found the engine is locked up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2013-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11549046","quote_1_text":"The vehicles panoramic sunroof shattered while driving. This created an unsafe situation and the insurance company still has not fixed in 6 months","quote_2_odi":"11506093","quote_2_text":"While driving the Panoramic Glass Roof exploded on its own","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2013-steering-coupler-failure","label":"Steering coupler failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":605,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11512248","quote_1_text":"On February 14, 2023 while driving Steering wheel broke (steering component failed) and had to stop at nearest repair station and was told not safe to drive. It was making clicking noise when turning wheel and backing out of a parking space. Next day had it towed to Hyundai and","quote_2_odi":"11455704","quote_2_text":"Our 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe had a steering coupler failure at about 35,000 miles that resulted in a loud clunking sound in the steering wheel and less responsive steering, which is unsafe. Hyundai and Kia have extended warranties for many of their models for this exact same","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-abs-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"ABS hydraulic recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11594822","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer","quote_2_odi":"11557018","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated driving 20 MPH, the ABS and the traction control warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the message \"Blind Spot Detection Cancelled\" was displayed. The contact stated that the failure persisted, and the warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-dim-low-beam-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlights at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11501310","quote_1_text":"The low-beam headlights are terrible, almost useless. I replaced both low-beam bulbs with high-quality bulbs and it did not help, at least not noticeably. The high beams work fine. The low beams are so bad that it is actually hard to see the road right in front of the car at","quote_2_odi":"11451299","quote_2_text":"The forward facing lights on my 2014 Santa Fe are so dim, I have to drive with the bright lights on just to be able to see at night. I’ve replaced the bulbs twice and they are still dim. Fog lights work, brights works, it’s just the regular night vision lights. I have resort to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure to lock or unlock","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11630007","quote_1_text":"Locked the doors normally with the remote. Went into the doctor's office. Returned to the car the driver's door would not unlock. All other doors worked normally. Could not unlock the door with either handle, the switch or the remote. The Dealer says that the door latch","quote_2_odi":"11603507","quote_2_text":"Drive side door latch does not open from inside or out. Even after removing inner door panel and manually pulling latch cables the latch remains in the locked position. This is an obvious and major safety issue where the driver is unavailable to exit the vehicle. Other years","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-engine-seizure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine seizure and oil consumption at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11679943","quote_1_text":"Engine suddenly failed as I was sitting at a stop light and now is making a rattling/knocking noise","quote_2_odi":"11630171","quote_2_text":"The engine went out while driving on the freeway. All maintenance has always been done and it was burning oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-fuel-line-gasoline-odor","label":"Fuel line leak with gasoline odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11535756","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a strong gasoline odor. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact's daughter veered to the side of the road and noticed that gasoline","quote_2_odi":"11478828","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the passenger cabin would fill up with the odor of gasoline. The contact stated an unknown warning light was illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to a local dealer who","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2014-steering-coupler-clicking","label":"Steering column clicking and rattling noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":494,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11595705","quote_1_text":"I drive a 2014 Sante Fe Sport. I noticed a clicking noise when turning the steering wheel. Initially, I heard it once in a while. I thought it was a one-time event. The clicking noise is more constant, when making a turn while the car is in motion. Sometimes the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11643116","quote_2_text":"This model of Santa Fe has a defective steering column. The car rattles at the base of the steering column at the base of the steering wheel in the floor by your feet. When you go over 70 it rattles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2015-abs-module-fire-recall","label":"ABS module brake fluid leak and fire risk","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576910","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, prompting him to pull to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11421003","quote_2_text":"Leak which may cause a fire. This is second recall for same problem. I feel unsafe while driving. They say if ABS light comes on to stop immediately. Unable to park in my garage or close to the house","quote_3_odi":"11378680","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V520000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2015-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633342","quote_1_text":"The driver's door is stuck, it cannot be opened","quote_2_odi":"11457232","quote_2_text":"The driver side door latch stopped working. The door cannot be opened from the inside OR the outside. This is a huge safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11413052","quote_3_text":"THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN EITHER FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. THIS HAPPENED OUT OF THE BLUE. CAR IS A 2015...AND NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2015-engine-oil-loss-seizure","label":"Engine failure from oil loss and rod bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":139,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751822","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway no warning lights appeared the car made a loud pop noise and heavy smoke appeared from under the hood. Immediately pulled over and noticed all of the oil poured out and was nasty looking. The car was up to date on oil change","quote_2_odi":"11594753","quote_2_text":"We were on our way home from the children's hospital in Philadelphia for my daughter (4 hours away from home) and my 2015 Santa Fe with the 3.3L motor began to knock. My dad (who is very mechanically inclined) pulled over at a gas station and checked oil and other fluids","quote_3_odi":"11605981","quote_3_text":"The 3.3 liter V6 GDI engine failed while driving at approximately 136000 miles. Heard a ticking noise start shortly after leaving home, and had hesitation and shaking upon acceleration from a stop sign, but saw no warning lamps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and dimming","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508509","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlights are very dim. I have taken it in to be checked and have had the bulbs switched out numerous times. It does not help","quote_2_odi":"11387385","quote_2_text":"I I HAD THE CAR INTO THE HYUNDAI DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES FOR MY HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT SINCE MARCH 2020 AND THEY WENT OUT AGAIN ON 1/6/2020 IS IT POSSIBLE THAT IT COULD BE THE WIRING HARNESS THAT IS NO GOOD","quote_3_odi":"11342484","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS BOTH TO DEALERSHIP ON 3/7/2020 -3/12/2020 THE HEADLIGHT WENT OUT THEY REPLACED THE BCM RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP ON 3/19/2020 HEADLIGHT NOT TURNING ON HEATED SEAT WENT OUT AND REAR WINDSHIELDWIPER NOT WORKING GOT BABK 3/20/20","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2015-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588817","quote_1_text":"While driving, there was a very loud pop, following by the sound of glass shattering. I was unable to tell which window was broken since it was dark outside (early morning before sunrise), but I could hear wind coming into the car","quote_2_odi":"11390993","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED OVER MY HEAD WHILE I WAS DRIVING, JUST STARTING TO MERGE ON THE FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"11575636","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic moonroof suddenly shattered, raining shards of glass down on the vehicle’s occupants","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a frontal or side crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11577547","quote_1_text":"Someone backed out of a parking lot and I crashed into their rear passenger side. Other party at fault but my air bags for 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11577047","quote_2_text":"Had an accident where driver side front of vehicle was hit. The severity of crash resulted in total loss. The driver was hurt and concussed due to her head hitting the side window, driver side. The vehicle was equipped with front side impact and curtain airbags and all failed to…","quote_3_odi":"11255432","quote_3_text":"WE WERE HIT HEAD ON BY A LARGE PICKUP TRUCK. WE SUSTAINED A LOT OF DAMAGE FROM THIS HEAD-ON COLLISION. WE WERE TRAVELING AROUND 10 MILES AN HOUR BUT THE OTHER CAR WAS GOING AT LEAST 20 MILES AN HOUR. THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED DESPITE BEING HIT HEAD ON AND SUFFERING A LOT OF…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2016-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Service brake hydraulic recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11503154","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer…","quote_2_odi":"11491773","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…","quote_3_odi":"11494859","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the brakes made an abnormal squealing sound upon depression of the brake pedal without warning. The contact also stated that the vehicle would jerk forward while accelerating. The contact then received a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption without dashboard warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556565","quote_1_text":"Engine is consuming oil at an alarming rate. After 2000 miles, 3 quarts of oil was consumed","quote_2_odi":"11527254","quote_2_text":"Engine oil consumption is outrageous. I am having to add oil every 200-300 miles. Just had an oil change in march and have had to add oil twice. There is a recall on the 2013-2015 models for the Santa Fe and 2011-2019 for the Santa Fe sport but the 2016 model that I have is not…","quote_3_odi":"11550323","quote_3_text":"After crossing 90,000 miles the vehicle started to consume too much oil too quickly. After a professional analysis the mechanics found no problem. Going on 112,000 miles now and the vehicle is going through and/or burning oil much more rapidly than what one would expect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2016-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure with sudden engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":136,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11452495","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, an abnormal knocking noise had emitted from the engine. As the contact began to pull over, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to pull over and upon inspection of the…","quote_2_odi":"11732856","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing failure while driving, engine made a clanking noise. Engine made a loud bang and shut off. It was difficult for the driver to get control of the vehicle and get it to the side of the road. Engine threw the rod and piston through the oil pan causing catastrophic…","quote_3_odi":"11685544","quote_3_text":"My engine failed at 113,000 miles. It just sounded like a diesel truck when I started it one day. There were no warning messages at all. It did not have any power above 45 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2016-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Hard shifting and gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622185","quote_1_text":"Hard Shift occurs between gear 1 and gear 2. The hard shift lurches the entire car. It occurs on both upshift and downshift. The hard shift occurs on cold starts. The problem goes away when you turn the vehicle off and then back on. There are no check engine lights. The dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11269221","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, A LOUD SNAPPING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO UNIVERSAL HYUNDAI (321-418-6386, LOCATED AT 12801 S ORANGE BLOSSOM TRL, ORLANDO, FL 32837) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION…","quote_3_odi":"11525736","quote_3_text":"Accelerated after stop sign and felt like the vehicle hit a pole. Stuck in 4th gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-9c2-cold-start-hesitation","label":"Cold-start hesitation after 9C2 ECU software update","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11750493","quote_1_text":"After having the Service Campaign 9C2 ECU SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR THETA II EMISSIONS IMPROVEMENT, TSB 26-01-013H-2 done, my vehicle started having driveablity issues","quote_2_odi":"11738814","quote_2_text":"After the installation of the Service Campaign 9C2 engine update, the car now seems to surge or rev up briefly at lower speeds like it can't find the right gear or is trying to briefly accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11727271","quote_3_text":"Service Campaign Update 9C2 was installed. Since then erratic shifting occurs including up and down shifting without change in acceleration and deceleration or lag. This lasts between 1-5 minutes after initial vehicle start-up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-airbag-light-clock-spring","label":"Air bag warning light from clock spring or seat sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11748248","quote_1_text":"Airbag light on. La Quinta Hyundai verified light on scanned codes found active b134800 Driver airbag resistance circuit short to ground 1st stage. Testing found clock spring issue internal fault","quote_2_odi":"11712411","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after the completion of an unknown air bag recall repair, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed,","quote_3_odi":"11699836","quote_3_text":"For at least 14 months, the air bag light on the dash is on more often than not. The code that comes up on the OBD shows it's from the passenger side seat sensor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear backup camera inoperative or slow to engage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11675190","quote_1_text":"back up camera operates very erratically. some times it works properly, some of the time it is very slow to engage. other times it comes on after i have completed my rearward movement, and some times it comes on after shifting into drive","quote_2_odi":"11629059","quote_2_text":"I had the car in the dealership for 2 recalls July 3. When I picked up the car backup camera was blank. Dealership states it was a coincidence and nothing they did. Immediately took the car back for repair","quote_3_odi":"11679702","quote_3_text":"Rear camera stoped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-engine-seizure-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of motive power from engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11652550","quote_1_text":"Driving at highway speeds in the left lane and without warnings or lights of any kind the engine seized up and I had no acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11635737","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. No warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road and the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11729427","quote_3_text":"On April 2, 2026, the engine in my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe failed catastrophically while my wife was driving. The vehicle lost power suddenly and completely. There was no warning and no prior symptoms. She was able to pull over safely in a residential area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11739834","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport equipped with the 2.4L Theta II GDI engine is experiencing severe excessive oil consumption. The vehicle consumes approximately 2–2.5 quarts of oil every 1,000 miles despite multiple repair attempts","quote_2_odi":"11710825","quote_2_text":"Despite this, the vehicle is burning oil at an extreme rate—approximately 1 quart every 378 miles. My local Hyundai dealership confirmed this through three consecutive 1,000‑mile oil consumption tests, all showing excessive oil loss far beyond normal operating limits","quote_3_odi":"11736987","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was using an excessive amount of oil. There were no warning lights illuminated. There was no indication of a leak. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering during driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11625178","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road at around 50 mph with no one in front of us, we heard a loud bang above us, and our Panoramic Sunroof exploded. I continued driving to reach a safe area to pull off and look at the damage, and saw glass flying away behind me into oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11697100","quote_2_text":"On October 12, 2025, at approximately 10:00 PM, while my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport was being driven on Interstate 85 near Greenville, South Carolina, the panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded without any external impact or warning","quote_3_odi":"11699797","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded It sounded like a bomb went off and had my inside cover been opened I don’t know if I would’ve veered off the road been injured or injured someone else in the process","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2017-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11673630","quote_1_text":"The turbocharger failed on my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport 2.0T. It is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. The turbo failure caused a severe loss of engine power, making acceleration dangerously slow and unpredictable","quote_2_odi":"11738896","quote_2_text":"I am submitting a complaint regarding a turbocharger failure on my 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe VIN [XXX] . The vehicle experienced turbocharger-related failure symptoms including loss of power and drivability concerns","quote_3_odi":"11722183","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a certified mechanic, who diagnosed the vehicle with turbocharger failure. The contact was informed that the turbocharger needed to be replaced. There was no oil found on the dipstick when the oil level was checked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11522993","quote_1_text":"I was T boned on the driver then hit a pole. NO AIRBAGS deployed. I was traveling around 45 mph. Other vehicle speed unknown","quote_2_odi":"11478317","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while his fiancee was driving at 45 mph, a deer impacted the driver's side of the vehicle. No air bags deployed. The contact stated the air bag warning light was illuminated after the impact","quote_3_odi":"11529607","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at 30-35 MPH, the contact was rear-ended by another vehicle, hit on the driver's side by a truck, and rear-ended again; however, the air bags failed to deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Service brake hydraulic recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11491063","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11469801","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brake, Hydraulics) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11466967","quote_3_text":"Hyundai initiated a recall campaign 218 on 02/02/2022 for: VEHICLES THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (\"ABS\") MODULES THAT COULD MALFUNCTION INTERNALLY AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT OVER TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-camera-blue-screen","label":"Rear camera blue-screen failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11653919","quote_1_text":"Rear reverse camera stopped working. Image became grainy, then flickered, then went to a blue screen. Can't see anything behind the vehicle when backing up is a big safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11546354","quote_2_text":"Reverse Camera malfunctioning most days. A few days a year it works, but usually it's just a blue screen. Other 3 cameras work fine all the time","quote_3_odi":"11323084","quote_3_text":"THE REAR CAMERA HAS A BLUE SCREEN THIS IS KNOWN FOR HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11724023","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic Engine Failure - Cam phasers blew apart and severely cracked the valve covers. This occurred with no prior warning lights. Minutes before failure, there was engine hesitation and noise and then severely reduced power, causing a safety issue while driving","quote_2_odi":"11592786","quote_2_text":"1)CONNECTING ROD BEARINGS,2)STOP DRIVING IT,3)YES,4)YES,5)NO THIS IS THE 3.3 LITER ENGINE AND IT START KNOCKING","quote_3_odi":"11580596","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was turning off without any warning, last oil change was in October 2023, and had the oil changed this month. Engine started making loud noises from top, and eventually louder knocking noises from below","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure causing power loss or fire","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11669452","quote_1_text":"Two fuel injectors on bank 2 are failing intermittently causing the engine light to flash and stay on (P0300 errors) and the car loses power","quote_2_odi":"11194354","quote_2_text":"ABOUT A MONTH AGO I WAS DRIVING HOME TO SANTA FE NEW MEXICO WITH MY WIFE AND DOG. THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER AND DIED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. I CALLED BLUE LINK WHICH IS THE HYUNDAI ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE CLUB AND THEY TOWED MY VEHICLE INTO FIESTA HYUNDAI IN SANTA FE","quote_3_odi":"11430225","quote_3_text":"This will be the fourth time our vehicle has to go to the dealer. We purchased this car in April of this year and the car has lived more at the dealer service department than with us. The first time, the car started smoking and left us stranded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-knock-sensor-recall","label":"Engine failure after knock sensor recall update","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11191162","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON NJ PARKWAY IN HEAVY RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC DOING 70 MILES AN HOUR. CAR THEN STUTTERED AND SLOWED DOWN, WITH HER HAVING TO MOVE THREE LANES OVER WHILE TRYING TO GET OVER BRIDGE. HYUNDAI BLUE LINK CAME ON AND TOLD HER TO GET CAR IMMEDIATELY TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11191553","quote_2_text":"DRIVING VEHICLE ON THE PARKWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, ENGINE FELT LIKE IT WAS SHUTTING DOWN, CAR STOPPED ACCELERATING, ENGINE LIGHT WAS BLINKING, SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING, BLUE LINK NOTIFICATION SYSTEM ADVISED TO GET TO SERVICE TODAY","quote_3_odi":"11183217","quote_3_text":"TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE. DEALERSHIP PUT A NEW COMPUTER UPDATE ON CAR DUE TO BAD ENGINES. THE NEXT DAY 1-30-19 THE VEHICLE HAD A ERROR COME ON THE CAR PUTTING IT IN SAFE MODE NOT ALLOWING THE CAR TO MOVE OVER 67 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2018-steering-column-looseness","label":"Steering wheel and column looseness or instability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11552596","quote_1_text":"I have noticed for the past year that my steering column feels loose. It makes a popping noise and really makes noise on rough pavement","quote_2_odi":"11079904","quote_2_text":"STEERING BECOMES UNSTABLE DURING DRIVING ON WINDY DAYS. STEERING TRAYS TO OVER COMPENSATE FOR WIND AND BECOMES SCARY TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11089898","quote_3_text":"WE LEASED THIS NEW VEHICLE ON APRIL 21ST 2018. AT THE TIME, WE DID NOT KNOW IT HAD AN OPEN RECALL FOR A FAULTY AND DANGEROUS STEERING WHEEL/COLUMN CONNECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and side impacts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11460203","quote_1_text":"Auto accident. Front end gone Air bag did not deploy. Only driver in car. Suffered 2 Broken ribs and broken sternum. Insurance company totaled car after inspection. No warning lights or messages presented at any time prior to accident","quote_2_odi":"11473313","quote_2_text":"Front side airbags only came down maybe sun visor length. Broadsided a car that pulled out in front of me, I was going 55mph when I hit her and no time to brake","quote_3_odi":"11477488","quote_3_text":"All of my air back opened and inflated properly, except the driver side airbag. Because of this, my head slammed into the glass window, which then threw up upper body towards the passenger side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-engine-stall-no-restart","label":"Engine stall and failure to restart at stops","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11300665","quote_1_text":"WHEN SITTING AT RED LIGHTS, THE ENGINE COMPLETLEY SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TO PUSH THE PUSH START AT LEAST 10 TIMES BEFORE THE ENGINE WILL RESTART. THIS KEEPS HAPPENING. I'M WORRIED I WILL GET STRANDED","quote_2_odi":"11430773","quote_2_text":"The car engine completely shuts off while driving multiple times. While driving on highway and the streets the car just stops almost causing an accident. In order to get the car off the road we had to move it physically off the road","quote_3_odi":"11187081","quote_3_text":"ON MARCH 5, THIS VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE OF A STREET. I WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE AND ME AND MY PASSENGER COULD HAVE BEEN SERIOUSLY INJURED OR KILLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-fca-phantom-braking-steer","label":"Forward collision and lane-keeping false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11656970","quote_1_text":"Was at a complete stop at a light with a car in front me, I had plenty of space when I started accelerating and then suddenly the automatic system braked hard. Like there was literally NO REASON for what the car did","quote_2_odi":"11488565","quote_2_text":"For the duration of the vehicle's ownership, it has underperformed and operated unpredictably under hard braking, specifically with relation to the vehicle's ABS system","quote_3_odi":"11584801","quote_3_text":"I had a serious issue with the Santa Fe lane keeper system. I was driving on I15 in a winding portion through the Virgin River Gorge in relatively high traffic on a corner. I have used this feature many times in the past and expected a gentle nudge on the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704840","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is consuming oil at an exceptionally fast rate. In October 2025, when taken in for an oil change and my complaint of a burning smell upon quick acceleration, the technician documented no oil was found on the dipstick","quote_2_odi":"11701386","quote_2_text":"Overly excessive oil consumption 2 Quarts every 3 or 4 days.no leaks. Engine gets so hot I don't have to turn on heater In winter","quote_3_odi":"11693603","quote_3_text":"The car is burning oil and Hyundai advises to change the oil every 7500 miles. The car holds 5.1 qt of oil and is currently burning about 1 qt of oil for every 5,000 miles. How is this not a forced recall?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11480753","quote_1_text":"While driving at 70 mph the rear panel of the panoramic sunroof in my 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe exploded. We were not near other traffic or other sources of debris that could have impacted the glass","quote_2_odi":"11253008","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED, LEAVING SHATTERED GLASS WITHIN THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR. THERE WAS NO EVIDENCE OF FOREIGN OBJECTS WHICH MAY HAVE STRUCK THE CAR CAUSING THE ROOF TO CRACK AS IT DID","quote_3_odi":"11404418","quote_3_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE. NO CARS WERE ANYWHERE AROUND US, WE WERE NOT NEAR ANY OVERPASSES, THERE WAS NO ROAD DEBRIS & NOTHING HIT OUR CAR. THERE WAS ONE LOUD BANG LIKE THE SOUND OF A RIFLE SHOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11193023","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AS WE SLOWED AND TURNED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT A LOCAL RESTAURANT PARKING LOT. ENGINE REVED, CAR ACCELERATED RAPIDLY, BRAKES DID NO HOLD AND THE VEHICLE PLOWED INTO AND THEN ON TOP OF A SAFETY BARRIER","quote_2_odi":"11421119","quote_2_text":"While pulling into a parking space at an extremely low speed, foot tapping the brake, the car excelerated (uncommanded) at what appeared to be full throttle. Depressing the brake had little to no effect and the vehicle stopped after hitting a metal pole","quote_3_odi":"11396583","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, WHEN THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE SUDDENLY REVVED UP, ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASH INTO A WATER PIPE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Automatic transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11656387","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is shuddering/jerking upon acceleration due to a defect in the 8 speed automatic transmission. This condition was reproduced by Hyundai of Plymouth, MA and documented on the repair order. Dealer states that a new transmission is required to fix this problem","quote_2_odi":"11649788","quote_2_text":"When accelerating the transmission slips. My mechanic said Hyundai has a memo saying they are making a new torque converter due to these problems, and I will need a new torque converter","quote_3_odi":"11734899","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced a complete failure of the automatic transmission system. The failed component is available for inspection upon request","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2019-white-paint-peeling","label":"White exterior paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658654","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe in Pearl White (paint code SWP). The paint on my vehicle has begun peeling extensively on the hood, and other exterior panels","quote_2_odi":"11659581","quote_2_text":"White paint peeling off 2019 Santa Fe since 2023 ... Hyundai says they are aware of the defective paint issue but denied any recorse or responsibility. Paint comes off while driving and reduces visibility","quote_3_odi":"11624200","quote_3_text":"The paint is failing, it is coming off in sheets, there is no damage to the car where the paint is coming off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-9c2-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation after Service Campaign 9C2 update","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753119","quote_1_text":"We were notified there was a recall and to schedule an appointment to get the update. We did and it was updated. It hesitated when we drove it the next day and everyday after","quote_2_odi":"11743466","quote_2_text":"I took it to Hyundai Dealership in November 2025 and did the Service Campaign 9C2 and TSB 25-01-087H software update. Since that happened my engine is jumpy and I have taken it back to dealer and they can't find anything","quote_3_odi":"11740021","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the next day, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and shifted improperly, and while depressing the brake, the vehicle accelerated forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533367","quote_1_text":"I was pulling out of a sidestreet and realized a car was coming and used the brake. The Automatic Braking system activated and VIOLENTLY stopped the car","quote_2_odi":"11728981","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-75 MPH, the Automatic Emergency Braking system engaged erroneously, almost causing a crash","quote_3_odi":"11399665","quote_3_text":"THE 2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE FOWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE ASSISTANCE SYSTEM IS NOT FUNCTIONING CORRECTLY. WE HAVE CONTACTED HYUNDAI ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WITHOUT RESPONSE. THE SYSTEM IS BRAKING IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT AND CAUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-oil-consumption-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731527","quote_1_text":"Around Feb 15, 2026, at ~85,000 miles, the oil pressure warning light began illuminating at idle and extinguishing above idle speed","quote_2_odi":"11751503","quote_2_text":"I am currently burning through 2.5 quarts of oil approximately every 800 miles","quote_3_odi":"11707497","quote_3_text":"After 110,000, the engine started using oil and it began to knock. According to the history of these engines, it will lead to engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-oil-drain-plug-leak","label":"Oil drain plug and pan leaks causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527765","quote_1_text":"The vehicles oil was changed on 3/22/23 at 22,395 miles. Almost 3 months and 1500 miles later when driving the engine seized. No lights came on","quote_2_odi":"11528155","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact state that while driving into the driveway, the engine seized without warning","quote_3_odi":"11708520","quote_3_text":"Oil drain plug seal leaking, can’t tighten the bolt with the required torque setting to keep it from leaking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718307","quote_1_text":"The roof of my car between the sunroof and the windshield (called panoramic sunroof) shattered as I was driving down the highway. It was about 10:00 pm on a weeknight and there were no cars within sight distance in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11432467","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the front pane of the panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered. No contact from a foreign object was observed or heard prior to the breakage","quote_3_odi":"11544448","quote_3_text":"I had been driving my vehicle for about 5 minutes when I heard what sounded like a loud bang or gunshot followed by the sound debris falling. I realized the front piece of my panoramic sun roof had literally exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605859","quote_1_text":"I parked my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe in a hospital parking garage on the morning of July 30, 2024. I was getting ready to leave after my doctor’s appointment","quote_2_odi":"11471608","quote_2_text":"On May 17th, I had an oil change completed on my 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe at a Hyundai dealership. On May 18th, I was parking my Santa Fe in a parking lot with which I am very familiar","quote_3_odi":"11650148","quote_3_text":"I was backing out of a parking spot and suddenly the car accelerated backwards into a wall. The floor mat was NOT on the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris impacts","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":203,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563531","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle in early 2023. I was driving on the interstate and received a TINY rock chip that immediately cracked across my entire windshield in April of 2023 resulting in my replacing the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11435774","quote_2_text":"This is the 2nd 2020 Santa Fe that this has occurred on as well as a 2019 Santa Fe that we formally owned within the last 2 years. The windshield does not take rock hits well","quote_3_odi":"11473681","quote_3_text":"The Windshield cracked without anything striking it. The windshield is being replaced at my expense. There is wind noise coming from the area below the crack where it is attached to the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11416206","quote_1_text":"THE FORWARD COLLISION SYSTEM IS AUTOMATICALLY BEING ACTIVATED WITHOUT ANY CAR OR OBJECT NEAR THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. IT HAPPENED 3 TIMES WHILE ON THE FREEWAY AND HIGHWAY. THE SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY SLAMS ON THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE SWERVES A LITTLE TO LEFT AND RIGHT…","quote_2_odi":"11427778","quote_2_text":"Unnecessary emergency brake activation has occured 3 times. Vehicle lease new 3/31/2021. 1. First incident late April, early May at approximately 1,000 miles. Cruise control was not on and car abruptly stopped when there were no other vehicles in front of mine…","quote_3_odi":"11578359","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking system activated without there being any vehicle in front.This was on a highway at 60 mph. It lightly braked for a couple of seconds with the warning light flashing and beeping as well.There was no prior indication prior. I will be taking vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-backup-camera","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11632063","quote_1_text":"Rearview Camera does not work (Signal Loss message appears). I nearly hit 1 adult and 2 small children that were passing behind my vehicle in a parking lot. I felt the need to report this even though a recall is being put into place. I have an appointment already to have the…","quote_2_odi":"11484223","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while the back-up camera was activated, the screen display turned to a green color and no image was visible, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The contact indicated that the failure was intermittent…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-engine-stall-isg","label":"Engine stalling and Idle Stop and Go shutoff","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11474729","quote_1_text":"When ISG (Idle Stop and Go) is ON, vehicle will completely turn off when pressing brake to stop. Vehicle shut off on me yesterday yielding to turn onto a busy highway. It took 5+ mins for vehicle to crank back up. Very dangerous! No warning lamps, messages, or symptoms…","quote_2_odi":"11463972","quote_2_text":"My Santa Fe has less than 14k miles. In many instances, the car has stalled when turning on. The engine would tremble and then shut the engine off while the dash lighting/symbols stay on. It will idle for a quick second and then drop to zero…","quote_3_odi":"11479708","quote_3_text":"This car since 6/7/22 has been plagued with issues where is starts cutting out and stalling followed by the check engine light coming on flashing. This has happened many times and just happens while driving down the road. It is a very dangerous condition…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-horn-failure","label":"Horn stops working","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11614616","quote_1_text":"I have a problem with the horns on this vehicle. The horns have been replaced by the dealer 5 times so far and they are out again. THE HORNS LAST ABOUT 1 TO 2 MOUNTHS. There is no warning that the horn stopped working, and if it's needed in an emergency to avoid an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11688330","quote_2_text":"The horn on my 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe has completely stopped working. This is a severe safety hazard. I recently attempted to warn another driver who was drifting into my lane but was unable to, forcing me to swerve and nearly resulting in a head-on collision…","quote_3_odi":"11646266","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that the horn had become inoperable. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the failure was a common failure…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-panoramic-sunroof-glass","label":"Panoramic sunroof and eyebrow glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735795","quote_1_text":"Driving down the interstate to work at around 70 MPH at approximately 6:40 AM and the front sunroof exploded upwards. Nothing of impact, just a loud explosion and glass blew upwards. The broken glass is positioned upward. The cover of the sunroof was closed and it was not…","quote_2_odi":"11519145","quote_2_text":"Front sunroof shattered on the interstate at 80 mph. There were no other vehicles near me and it was an unobstructed road (no bridges crossing the road) temperature was 40 degrees and sunny.","quote_3_odi":"11492466","quote_3_text":"While backing out of our garage, the “eyebrow” glass portion of the panoramic sunroof shattered. Nothing struck the glass. Our insurance is paying for the repair and rental car for a week. Hyundai will not cover the glass damage under the warranty…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission power loss and Recall 22V746000","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11497665","quote_1_text":"Vehicle warning alarm activated, car went into limp mode for about 20 seconds, and then lost all drive. Warning message for Transmission Control Unit problem. Several previous temporary failures with no stored codes over past two or three months, one previously reported to NHTSA…","quote_2_odi":"11696391","quote_2_text":"My transmission failed, even after the #236 recall in 2022. My car was recalled for Recall #236 in 2022. My car was updated and \"fixed\" and now in 2025 is showing the p1c2d03 code and requiring a new transmission. The same recall, without the fix…","quote_3_odi":"11538851","quote_3_text":"Once again on 7/18/2023 (P1C2D03) and 8/15/2023 (P1C2E92) DTC for TCU issues VERY DANGEROUS condition, fails to accelerate from stops at signs and traffic lights, then nearly stalls in traffic lane bogging down, and cuts out decelerating when accelerator pushed to floor…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":158,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11425250","quote_1_text":"OUR WINDSHIELD STARTED CRACKING FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING. ONLY HAD THIS CAR FORV A MONTH AND LESS THAN 1000 MILES. NOTHING HIT IT. THIS IS RIDCULOUS BEING A BRAND NEW VEHICLE.","quote_2_odi":"11457838","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while his wife was driving 60 MPH, she thought a small rock had struck the windshield and made an 8-inch horizontal crack form the driver’s to the passenger’s side windshield…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-dct-transmission-power-loss","label":"8-speed DCT transmission loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743203","quote_1_text":"While operating a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe at speed, the vehicle suffered a sudden, complete, and catastrophic loss of motive power in the middle of a live, active roadway without any prior warning or dashboard indicator lights","quote_2_odi":"11724717","quote_2_text":"Hyundai issued Safety Recall #236 specifically for 2021–2022 Santa Fe vehicles due to the high-pressure electric oil pump in the 8-speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) potentially malfunctioning, causing a complete loss of drive power","quote_3_odi":"11667976","quote_3_text":"This Transmission is Faulty and i already swapped 4 Transmissions under warranty under 55k Miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-fuel-injector-misfire","label":"Fuel injector misfire causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704448","quote_1_text":"The fuel injectors have repeatedly failed. I am on my third replacement","quote_2_odi":"11557625","quote_2_text":"Vehicle began to shake, buck and emit a grinding noise while traveling on highway resulting in loss of speed control and associated fear. Check engine light appeared simultaneously","quote_3_odi":"11632972","quote_3_text":"Three fuel injectors out of four have failed in a year’s time frame. Car shakes, stalls, hesitates, and is dangerous to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717673","quote_1_text":"On my vehicle I’ve had to have the horn replaced at least three times. Paying about $500 for the last two instances","quote_2_odi":"11681498","quote_2_text":"The horn has completely failed for the 4th time. Dealer is now stating it is not covered as mileage is over 60k","quote_3_odi":"11637066","quote_3_text":"Horn has stopped working 3 times in 2 1/2 years. Replaced twice under warranty. Now out of warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746776","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the automatic emergency braking system engaged while there were no objects or vehicles near the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11545939","quote_2_text":"On several occasions now The vehicle is engaging the automatic emergency braking system for no reason. Several times I have been driving on the highway without a car in front of me and it engages the automatic emergency braking system","quote_3_odi":"11555307","quote_3_text":"Phantom emergency braking occurred on two separate occasions a few months apart while traveling at 50-60 MPH for no reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741987","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in reverse (R) on several occasions the rearview camera went completely white and the camera did not come on at all","quote_2_odi":"11733241","quote_2_text":"Rearview camera has failed with a green screen instead of the camera view. This recall was covered by recall 24V87900 (Hyundai recall 271) for 2022 Santa Fe but my 2022 Santa Fe is not covered by this recall","quote_3_odi":"11532810","quote_3_text":"Backed into something at my son's school due to inoperable rear collision sensor, causing damage to the lift gate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728017","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the glass panoramic sunroof suddenly exploded, causing glass shards to fall into the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11532548","quote_2_text":"Wile driving down the highway states away from home we heard a deafening explosion with glass raining inside the vehicle almost causing us to veer off the road","quote_3_odi":"11479263","quote_3_text":"I was traveling along with no other traffic near me. All of a sudden I heard what sounded like a gun going off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2022-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11453574","quote_1_text":"Driving highway speed. Nice, clear day. No trucks or vehicles within 1/4 mile. No impact to windshield. Stress fracture started on passenger side of front windshield. Initial three inch fracture has expanded to over 12 inches","quote_2_odi":"11438875","quote_2_text":"On October 15th I was driving down a 2 lane road and heard a pop, I didn't think much of it, thought it might have been an acorn that fell on my roof as the area I live in is very treesy","quote_3_odi":"11536124","quote_3_text":"This is the second time my windshield has received a small chip and it spreads to the nearest end of the windshield then within 24 hours spreads across windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-brake-rotor-warp","label":"Front brake rotor warping and pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11732147","quote_1_text":"The front rotors need machining every 10,000 to 15,000 miles. The rotors experience exceeding distortion due heating by the brake pads. When brakes are applied, there are large vibrations in the front suspension which inhibits braking...","quote_2_odi":"11621614","quote_2_text":"Brake rotors warped. Beginning at approximately 5k miles, the steering began exhibiting a juddering upon applying braking. Over time, the juddering became more pronounced. At approximately 15k miles, I took the vehicle to the dealer...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system activates brakes without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-09 to 2026-05","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11602302","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the Emergency Braking System was erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road...","quote_2_odi":"11528554","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway and the car phantom emergency braked for no reason at all.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure and loss of audible warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-07 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11716823","quote_1_text":"Needed to use horn in an emergency situation and that's when I found out my horn no longer works. 20,000 miles on 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe.","quote_2_odi":"11681061","quote_2_text":"Horn not blowing. It started giving a low sound and now it has stopped working completely. I went online and saw where this problem is wide spread.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle moves or accelerates unexpectedly out of Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 to 2025-05","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11570165","quote_1_text":"While parking my 2023 Hyundai Sante Fe, I hard pressed the break and pushed the Park button. The engine revved up and the vehicle took off instead of going into park; smashing into a building. The parking block was 6ft from the building...","quote_2_odi":"11661942","quote_2_text":"Early March 2025 the vehicle was put car in park, got out of car to close yard gate, turned around to walk back to car but car was rolling forward and hit the flat bed trailer causing approximately $5000 in damage...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-powertrain-stall","label":"Loss of power or acceleration while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2023-04 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11647907","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired...","quote_2_odi":"11617311","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond or accelerate as intended. The vehicle started to decelerate and lost motive power...","quote_3_odi":"11553296","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe have a recall to fix the trailer hitch, since that I notice some issues with the shifting with a loss of power while driving, my car is 15k miles and showed a check-engine light...","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-seatbelt-latch","label":"Seat belt failure to latch or tighten","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 to 2025-10","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11689850","quote_1_text":"Driver and passenger seatbelts not always latching or becoming unlached while driving","quote_2_odi":"11623717","quote_2_text":"The seat belt in the middle seat of the second row did not work. And it was not fastened. So when braking, my child was thrown toward the center console. I think it's a big safety issue if the seat belt doesn't work.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof or roof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-04 to 2026-03","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11698506","quote_1_text":"The sunroof on my 2023 Santa Fe exploded.","quote_2_odi":"11675248","quote_2_text":"While driving the sunroof glass out of no where exploded.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2023-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without prior impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 to 2025-05","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11509162","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked and webbed","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11700417","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","quote_2_odi":"11684980","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. The contact stated that while pulling into an automatic car wash and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal travelled down to the floorboard, and the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11703900","quote_3_text":"Bought in Sept 2026 with 30,000 miles. Would not stop when breaking at low speed but would jerk and accelerate, causing me to drive through red lights and stop signs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-daw-false-alerts","label":"Driver Attention Warning system false alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11741652","quote_1_text":"Hyundai - DAW - Driver Attention Warning / Forward Attention Warning System This issue warrants immediate consideration for a recall. Despite wearing glasses, sunglasses, or no glasses, the problem persists","quote_2_odi":"11664854","quote_2_text":"The Adaptive Cruise control cannot be used while wearing certain sunglasses. The car has a Driver Awareness Warning that is supposed to warn the driver if eyes are not on the road. It does not work with certain glasses","quote_3_odi":"11619875","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has a Driver Attention Alert System which track driver's eye and head movement to determine driver attention levels. This system can be disabled outside of using Cruise Control through the setup menu","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Digital instrument cluster and display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11730403","quote_1_text":"The digital screens that contain the gauge cluster and infotainment array intermittently flicker, black out, or go to static. Sometimes it's one side or the other and sometimes it is both","quote_2_odi":"11613088","quote_2_text":"The digital gage cluster went black on my 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy (AWD) while I was driving on September 5, 2024. There were no prior warnings or indicators to alert me that anything was going to fail/not operate properly","quote_3_odi":"11585540","quote_3_text":"16 warning lights came on. Blinkers are t working, side cameras not working and many other features. Then the check engine light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-power-seat-fold-crush","label":"Second-row power seat-fold button crush hazard","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11725023","quote_1_text":"A child was exiting the vehicle from the second row driver-side seat, and the seat fold-up button (on the shoulder of the seat) was accidentally tapped","quote_2_odi":"11728156","quote_2_text":"My daughter was sitting down on the middle row and the button to fold the chair down was accidentally pressed. When she screamed bc she was getting smushed I jumped out of the vehicle and pushed the button to stop the chair from folding","quote_3_odi":"11725035","quote_3_text":"Rear bucket seat crushes occupant of seat belt is not buckled. Rear facing car seat is crushed posing huge risk to baby","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-tire-sidewall-bulge","label":"OEM tire sidewall bulge and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745177","quote_1_text":"pirelli tire has less than 13k miles on it. car was parked outside. came back and the tire was deflated in minutes. found the leak to be on the inside outer wall","quote_2_odi":"11677050","quote_2_text":"The failure occurred in the sidewalls of the two factory‑supplied all‑season tires on the passenger‑side (front and rear) of my 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe. Both tires exhibit pronounced bulges on the outer sidewall of the front passenger tire","quote_3_odi":"11719072","quote_3_text":"One of the original OEM tires (Pirelli Scorpion MS KS NCS XL - 245/45R21) had the acoustic dampening foam on the inside of the tire fall apart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11740922","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is currently experiencing dual-clutch transmission (8DCT) juddering, shuddering, and extreme hesitation when trying to accelerate from a complete stop at traffic lights and intersections","quote_2_odi":"11719267","quote_2_text":"On November 18, 2025, at 24,370 miles, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic powertrain failure, triggering a dashboard warning: \"Transmission system error! Check transmission oil immediately.\"","quote_3_odi":"11739792","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated transmission-related failures beginning at approximately 5,000 miles. The dashboard warning “Transmission System Error – Check Transmission Oil Immediately” first appeared while driving and was accompanied by sudden loss of power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11679666","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding a sudden and unexplained crack that appeared on the windshield of my vehicle, which was parked in my driveway overnight","quote_2_odi":"11665617","quote_2_text":"The glass on the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe seems to be incredibly unsafe. 2 weeks after purchasing the vehicle, while driving on [XXX], something kicked up into the windshield and cracked it","quote_3_odi":"11619393","quote_3_text":"I have owned my vehicle since July 29th 2024 and have now replaced two windshields on my car. It has less than 6000 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-driver-monitoring-false-alerts","label":"Driver attention monitoring false alerts and assist shutoff","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721750","quote_1_text":"Forward Facing Driver Assist cabin camera will shut off the cruise while you are driving if it cannot detect your eyes","quote_2_odi":"11702663","quote_2_text":"The adaptive cruise control does not allow the use of sunglasses to be worn while the cruise control is engaged. The cruise control will immediately shut off when sunglasses, and some prescription glasses are worn","quote_3_odi":"11707370","quote_3_text":"The system frequently misinterprets my normal driving behavior as inattentiveness and triggers constant, loud beeping while I am driving. In many cases, it also disables assistance functions mid‑drive, which is dangerous and unexpected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-gear-selection-faults","label":"Shift-by-wire gear selection faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11703909","quote_1_text":"On more than 10 occasions the SUV gets stuck in neutral upon starting the car. You can only switch between Park and neutral and are unable to drive the car. It will not go into drive or reverse","quote_2_odi":"11653986","quote_2_text":"Vehicle fails to appropriately recognize when it is put in Park. The dash shows a \"P\" indicating the vehicle is in park, but emits a continuous beeping sound with a message on the dash that reads, \"Auto Stop is Off. Shift to P or N and start engine manually.\"","quote_3_odi":"11714997","quote_3_text":"I tried to drive my 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid; the vehicle displayed a gear selection error message stating something like \"gear already selected\". The vehicle would not shift properly and would not power off or restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Engine shutdown and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755009","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffers from an intermittent, total engine stalling and propulsion failure. Without warning, the engine completely shuts down while driving and automatically drops the vehicle into \"Accessory (ACC) Mode\"","quote_2_odi":"11746406","quote_2_text":"On June 24, 2026, my spouse was operating our 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe when the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic, and total electrical failure while actively on the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11712491","quote_3_text":"Immediately following routine maintenance performed at an authorized Hyundai dealership, my 2025 Hyundai Hybrid Santa Fe Calligraphy experienced a complete loss of engine oil, which resulted in the engine shutting down while driving on a highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-power-seat-folding","label":"Second-row power seat folding onto occupants","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725839","quote_1_text":"Second row power seats will operate even when a carseat is present & installed using LATCH system, crushing occupant","quote_2_odi":"11724953","quote_2_text":"While my child was seated in the second row, the folding seat button was accidentally triggered and the seat continued folding while my child was still in the seat","quote_3_odi":"11730637","quote_3_text":"My testing reveals a significant safety flaw: the motorized \"Seat Slide Forward\" and \"Rear Cargo Fold Down\" buttons do not appear to have functioning pinch sensors and do not automatically disable when a passenger or object is detected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-seat-belt-failures","label":"Seat belt buckle and anchorage failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11745481","quote_1_text":"The middle row left side seat belt does not buckle. We made sure everything is clear in it, it is not dirty. We have had issues with it clicking to lock since we purchased the car last March 2025. It does not work at all now","quote_2_odi":"11734271","quote_2_text":"The seatbelt buckles for the rear seats are limited to raising up beyond about a 45 degree angle. This makes safely and securly fastening a car seat that requires the seat belt essentially impossible","quote_3_odi":"11694551","quote_3_text":"The spouse reported that during the collision, the driver’s seat belt became inoperable and detached from the driver’s seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-spontaneous-glass-breakage","label":"Spontaneous windshield and sunroof glass breakage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11711386","quote_1_text":"I was driving at on the highway no other cars around going 80mph and the sunroof spontaneously shattered without impact","quote_2_odi":"11735723","quote_2_text":"The windshield spontaneously cracked while parked. There are no signs of impact to explain the crack","quote_3_odi":"11709794","quote_3_text":"While driving on a service road at approximately 45 mph, the corner side glass on my 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe shattered suddenly and without warning. There was no impact from a rock or object, and no other vehicles were present that could have caused debris","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-tire-sidewall-failures","label":"Tire sidewall bulges and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742527","quote_1_text":"I have experienced two separate failures of the right‑rear Pirelli Scorpion 20\" tire on my 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy within a four‑week period. Both failures occurred during normal driving on paved roads with no significant impact event","quote_2_odi":"11717326","quote_2_text":"Three separate original equipment Pirelli Scorpion MS tires experienced sidewall structural failures on my 2025 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy within the first 8,000 miles. One tire suffered a sudden blowout at approximately 3,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11730968","quote_3_text":"Pirella extra load radial tubeless R85133 255/45 R20 105v M+S I have had two tires from this same line that has sidewalk bubbles and two tires that have completely been blown out all within one year... four tires in one year with problems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2025-transmission-shifting-faults","label":"Transmission shifting failures and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11687443","quote_1_text":"We have experienced sluggish/poor acceleration response, scary hesitation at take off regardless of how hard you depress the gas pedal and when driving and are at a speed approx.45-55 mph and press the gas pedal as much 75% and there is no acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11670416","quote_2_text":"I have had issues with my dual-clutch transmission slipping gears in multiple ways while driving; most commonly while in drive and going downhill the tachometer will aggressively rev when just idling and without pressing the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"11720517","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden loss of power while driving. Transmission warning and ABS warning lights appeared at the same time. The vehicle would not shift properly and began skipping and dropping gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2026-attention-alert-fca","label":"Driver attention warning and FCA false alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757081","quote_1_text":"This vehicle constantly pops up an alert to \"consider taking a break\" on the dash. It mutes everything else and causes a distraction. This vehicle was operated at normal highway driving conditions. THERE IS NO WAY TO DIABLE THIS","quote_2_odi":"11746383","quote_2_text":"-On [XXX] I was drivng on a highway while using cruise control. The car suddenly applied the brakes hard. I tried 4 times to use the accelrator and each time the brakes were applied hard again","quote_3_odi":"11708117","quote_3_text":"I engaged the adaptive cruise control at 50 MPH. This enabled the driver attention system which I had turned off at the start of my drive. The driver attention system is unable to see my eyes through my prescription corrective lenses","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2026-second-row-seat-uncommanded-fold","label":"Second-row power-fold seat activates without command","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735879","quote_1_text":"The right side power captain seat in the second row began to fold down without the button being pressed. It happened with and without the seatbelt plugged in","quote_2_odi":"11734704","quote_2_text":"I bought a 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe AWD Calligraphy on April 25, 2026 from Pohanka Hyundai. On April 27, the second row captain's seat on the driver's side folded, pressing my child's chest to his knees","quote_3_odi":"11726318","quote_3_text":"vehicle unable to determine when a passenger is seated with seatbelt fastened in 2nd row captains chairs and the ‘one-touch’ tilt-and-slide button is pressed. The seat will keep folding and crushing the passenger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2026-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743648","quote_1_text":"Driving down the road and the sunroof just exploded. No rock, no nearby cars that could have kicked something up. Just crumbled in","quote_2_odi":"11736653","quote_2_text":"The back windshield of my 2026 Hyundai Santa Fe just exploded outwards. The vehicle hasn't been moved or driven today. The glass exploded out the back and shot over 18 ft away","quote_3_odi":"11710107","quote_3_text":"The right rear passenger window exploded while on the highway; the pieces then shattered and fell into the child safety seat installed. There were no other vehicles around as I was driving and the temperature inside the car and outside were about the same","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe","model_slug":"santa-fe","cluster_id":"santa-fe-2026-wiper-washer-visibility-malfunction","label":"Wiper and washer fluid visibility malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711757","quote_1_text":"It was snowing lightly/moderately, and prior to driving, the windshield was cleared with snow and the wipers set to Low. Once driving began, the wipers stopped working on multiple occasions for a brief period each time, before resuming on their own","quote_2_odi":"11701846","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to clean the front windshield, the contact noticed that the windshield washer fluid only sprayed approximately 2-3 inches from the lower section of the front windshield, which prevented the contact from cleaning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/santa-fe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2013-abs-recall-parts-delay","label":"ABS module recall repair delayed for lack of parts","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11604131","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the service brakes and ABS warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11588964","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_3_odi":"11584428","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2013-door-hood-latch-malfunction","label":"Door and hood latch or lock malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11582330","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the doors were locked using the door lock button on the driver’s side front door; however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the doors unlocked unintendedly. The failure occurred without warning. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11524697","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the driver’s side door failed to lock as designed. The instrument cluster was flashing, and the interior lights were illuminated. The door ajar message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that door lock assembly","quote_3_odi":"11015560","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE HOOD FLEW OPEN WITHOUT WARNING AND CRACKED THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE ROAD. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V358000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2013-theta-ii-engine-knock-seizure","label":"Theta II engine knocking, stalling, and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":118,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11734602","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety defect involving my 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport equipped with a Theta II engine While driving and exiting the freeway with my wife as a passenger, the engine suddenly failed after knocking symptoms and completely seized/locked while the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11719622","quote_2_text":"Engine seizure. Driving 80mph on i90, pop sound from under the hood happens & check engine light came on; immediately pulled over & the oil and battery light came on; turned car off & it would not start again. Smoke then came from engine while trying to restart. Code 1326","quote_3_odi":"11679324","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the odor of gasoline was present inside the cabin of the vehicle. While driving approximately 25 MPH, flames were present coming from under the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was parked and quickly became engulfed in flames","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-abs-hecu-recall-delay","label":"ABS/HECU module recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11746439","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is currently grounded at Rowe Hyundai Westbrook in Westbrook, Maine. Dealer confirms HECU has an active electrical short matching Recall 205 (Campaign 21V303000) but refuses to replace the safety defect because it lacks an external fluid leak","quote_2_odi":"11472928","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V303000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11377476","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI SANTA FE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V520000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch or lock failure preventing door operation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751278","quote_1_text":"Both front doors stopped opening cant get in the vehicle or out of the vehicle from the front doors. Both stopped working within two weeks","quote_2_odi":"11685388","quote_2_text":"My drivers side door opened while driving. The latch wouldn’t allow me to close my door","quote_3_odi":"11673959","quote_3_text":"I closed my door and the driver door latch became stuck and will no longer open from the inside or outside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Non-collision engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11062637","quote_1_text":"I OWNED A 2014 SANTA FE SPORT. IT WAS BLOWING BLACK SMOKE OUT OF THE EXHAUST. I WOULD BRING IT IN FOR AN OIL CHANGE AND THEY WOULD TELL ME THE OIL WAS BONE DRY","quote_2_odi":"11105401","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING THE VEHICLE 15 MILES ON THE HIGHWAY, WE DROVE ON RESIDENTIAL STREET FOR ABOUT 1.5 MILES. AS I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING STRUCTURE THE ENGINE STOPPED AND THE VEHICLE LOST POWER","quote_3_odi":"11753388","quote_3_text":"On June 20, 2026, while the 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport was being driven on Richardson Highway near Mile 155 in Alaska, smoke and flames developed from the engine compartment without any collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11699093","quote_1_text":"I dont know the exact component that's failed, but it is consuming way too much oil, i have to put a quart in just about everytime i drive it","quote_2_odi":"11606765","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that prior to the engine failure the contact observed that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact was adding approximately 1-quart of oil every week","quote_3_odi":"11452390","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-steering-clicking-misalignment","label":"Steering wheel clicking noise and misalignment","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11423717","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving 10 mph and making a turn, he heard an abnormal cracking sound coming from the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11235087","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED AND MAKING A TURN, THE STEERING MADE A CLICKING SOUND AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2014-theta-ii-engine-seizure","label":"Sudden engine stall or seizure (Theta II GDI engine)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11748225","quote_1_text":"On March 20, 2026, while driving, my 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport (VIN: [XXX]) equipped with a Theta II 2.4L GDI engine, the car experienced a catastrophic, sudden loss of motive power","quote_2_odi":"11730941","quote_2_text":"Failure consistent with known recall defect (NHTSA Recall 17V226) involving premature bearing wear resulting in engine seizure and sudden loss of power while driving","quote_3_odi":"11706822","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and blinked intermittently. The contact stopped at a gas station","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2015-abs-brake-recall","label":"ABS warning light and brake recall part delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749067","quote_1_text":"For a few months- the ABS light, Downhill assist light, and Slippery road light have all been on. Read it could be due to a bad sensor. Then on Saturday July 4th, I turned the car on and the Ebrake light was on but my ebrake was NOT initiated. Car was making a low humming noise","quote_2_odi":"11463617","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The vehicle had previously been serviced at the dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V303000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, after the recall repair was performed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact stated that","quote_3_odi":"11414189","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V520000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KEN GARFF HYUNDAI DOWNTOWN (717 SW. TEMPLE, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84101, (801) 257-3200) FOR THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2015-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Air bag clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11640632","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the air bag warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with a defective clock spring. The contact was informed that the clock","quote_2_odi":"11467771","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that some of the accessory buttons were inoperable. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who confirmed that the clock spring had failed and could affect the deployment of the air bag. The clock spring was","quote_3_odi":"11387030","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE DRIVER'S SIDE STEERING WHEEL CONTROL BUTTONS STOPPED FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. ADDITIONALLY, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT HAD AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11678091","quote_1_text":"Driving on freeway and noticed smoke. Realized I needed to pull over and brakes weren’t working. Off ramp was at an incline so car came to a stop just in time to get toddler and myself out of vehicle. Car was on fire","quote_2_odi":"11672687","quote_2_text":"While PARKED IN FRONT OF 7-11 WITH ENGINE NOT RUNNING, THE POWER STEERING ATTACHMENT IN THE WHEEL WELL BROKE AND RELEASED FLUID ON THE HOT ENGINE. PATRONS IN SORE ALERTED ME THAT THE CAR WAS SMOKING OUT THE HOOD. I RACED BACK TO MY SANTA FE AND NOTICED FIRE. THE FRONT LEFT WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11667956","quote_3_text":"Per Franklin County Fire Department report, they determined a malfunction in the canister vent valve associated with the gas tank initiated a fire. According to the department findings, the canister vent valve detached from the vehicle and was discovered approximately 200 yards","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2015-engine-seizure","label":"Engine stall and seizure from rod bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11730805","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the check engine warning light started flashing, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road, where the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11428836","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle would not exceed 60 mph. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to Pepboys who diagnosed that the","quote_3_odi":"11113283","quote_3_text":"ON 7/19/2018, AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE, I NOTICED THE ENGINE WOULD NOT REV MORE THAN 4000RPM WHILE IN PARK. THOUGHT THIS MIGHT BE A SAFETY FEATURE SO DIDN'T GIVE IT MUCH THOUGHT. I DROVE THE CAR THAT DAY APPROXIMATELY 80 MILES, AND ABOUT 1 MILE FROM MY HOUSE, WHILE STOPPED AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption requiring consumption test","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11689911","quote_1_text":"I am writing to express my concern regarding an ongoing and persistent issue with excessive engine oil consumption in my 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe, Subject: Severe Oil Consumption Issue - 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe - VIN: [XXX] The vehicle consumes an alarming amount of oil","quote_2_odi":"11654023","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption issues, can cause engine failure while driving. Car burns 2-3 quarts every 1,000 miles car takes just over 5qt to fill. Issues stated at around 70,000 now at 82,000. This is a long standing issue that needs to be addressed on hundreds of thousands of vehicles","quote_3_odi":"10993766","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE IN MOTION AFTER LEAVING THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT OF HYUNDAI. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT ADVISED ME TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS PART OF A CONSUMPTION TEST. I WAS ADVISED TO COME IN EACH TIME THE VEHICLE WAS 1 QUART OF OIL LOW AND AFTER 4 TIMES HYUNDAI WOULD PROVIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2016-abs-brake-lockup","label":"ABS warning light and brake pedal lock-up","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11675503","quote_1_text":"Me and my [XXX] was leaving on a road trip and my vehicles brakes lock up while I was driving. I did not have my brakes applied. The brakes locked up randomly with out applying them","quote_2_odi":"11671703","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-50 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11505003","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11755852","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH and attempting to overtake another vehicle, the vehicle lost automotive power and decelerated with the check engine, battery, and oil warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11745727","quote_2_text":"One day after the vehicle was returned from the dealership, the engine compartment caught fire while the vehicle was being driven","quote_3_odi":"11355609","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE SPONTANEOUSLY AT A PARKING LOT. CAR WAS JUST SERVICED AND INSPECTED A MONTH PRIOR AT THE HYUNDAI DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED IT AND HAD NO PROBLEMS REPORTED. CAR WAS PARKED AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2016-engine-stall-bearing-failure","label":"Engine stall or seizure from connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11740491","quote_1_text":"The engine powertrain system, specifically the internal engine lubrication, timing chain, and camshaft sensors. The vehicle's Theta II engine suffers from systemic, excessive oil consumption, which starved the engine of lubrication","quote_2_odi":"11714583","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. While driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_3_odi":"11702862","quote_3_text":"September 3rd, 2025, my engine failed, for the second time and left me stuck at a busy intersection, in the middle lane and can't move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2016-sunroof-windshield-glass","label":"Sunroof and windshield glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11713385","quote_1_text":"The sunroof glass suddenly shattered while driving slowly into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11119372","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A SMOOTH HIGHWAY, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED OUT OF THE CAR. IF THE SUNSCREEN HAD BEEN OPEN, MY WIFE AND I WOULD HAVE BEEN CUT TO PIECES BY THE FLYING GLASS","quote_3_odi":"11021608","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO KILL A BUG ON THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WITH HIS HAND AND THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2017-engine-failure-replace","label":"Engine seizure or rod bearing failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740536","quote_1_text":"I was driving home from work with my six-month old in the car and the engine stalled while on the Belleville Turnpike. It seized and I was almost rear-ended by a tractor trailer hauling lumber to the lumber yard just a few streets away. I couldn't move the car and was afraid of","quote_2_odi":"11735718","quote_2_text":"COMPONENT FAILED: Theta II 2.4L GDI engine connecting rod bearings. Vehicle has 95,000 miles. Engine available for inspection in [XXX] . SAFETY RISK: Engine knock + limp mode at 1500 RPM caused sudden loss of power on highway. Oil consumption 1L/700km risks catastrophic engine","quote_3_odi":"11550516","quote_3_text":"Excessive oil consumption. Total engine failure due to metal shards being launched into the rod bearing and therefore destroying the Theta engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11695055","quote_1_text":"Engine is experiencing excessive oil consumption. Engine in question is a Theta II 2.4 GDI. Losing a qt every 400-500 miles. The car has less than 75,000 miles on it. The vehicle has been religiously maintained, oil changes every 5,000 miles or less. However because we are the","quote_2_odi":"11563923","quote_2_text":"Engine is consuming so much oil. I have to fill up ever 4-5 days. Vehicle only has 80k miles","quote_3_odi":"11486360","quote_3_text":"My car is consuming about 2qts of oil every week. I have noticed this ever since the mileage on my vehicle reached 100,000. Every time I get the oil change, it is at least 1 to 2 quarts low. I am worried that my engine will burn up because of this problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2017-recall-9c2-hesitation","label":"Rough shifting and hesitation after ECU recall update","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746463","quote_1_text":"Campaign 9C2 was installed on this vehicle and the now the vehicle is a danger to drive. My wife refuses to drive it as it bucks and jerks as well as the gas mileage has decreased from 35 highway to 28 highway. The fuel trims are way off on cold starts and the transmission now","quote_2_odi":"11735995","quote_2_text":"Immediately following the implementation of Service Campaign 9C2 and TSB 25-01-087H - ECU Update for THETA II Emissions Logic Improvement, the vehicle exhibits poor drivability (staggering/missing/hesitation) until the engine warms up. This is most noticeable just prior to the","quote_3_odi":"11752291","quote_3_text":"After a recall repair (Campaign 9C2) was performed on my vehicle, it developed a hesitation and lack of acceleration issue that did not exist before the repair. The vehicle exhibits rough or delayed gear shifting, a noticeable lack of power/acceleration, and behavior that feels","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2017-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737327","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a main road at 55-60 mph with my daughter and grandchildren in the car and had a sudden loss of power. I was almost hit from behind. The check engine light started blinking. And the car went into limp mode. I had to limp it to the nearest place to safely get off","quote_2_odi":"11491972","quote_2_text":"I bought the SUV in late June of 2022. Second day of driving it, it came to a complete stop without warning. Fast forward to late October 30 of 2022 one of the lights came on, so I waited for Monday 31 and was on my way to work when the suv was making sudden stops and I took to","quote_3_odi":"11527271","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle started jerking and lost motive power. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2017-underhood-fire","label":"Under-hood fire or smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719454","quote_1_text":"On December 11, 2025 the engine caught fire while the service technician from Downey Hyundai was “test driving” it in a drive-thru of 7 Leaves. He was using my vehicle for personal use when the engine fire occurred. Both Downey Police Dept and Downey Fire Dept made reports. I","quote_2_odi":"11511172","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle in stop-and-go traffic, a burning odor was suddenly present inside the cabin of the vehicle. After stopping the vehicle smoke and flames were coming from under the hood and the fire department was called to the scene to","quote_3_odi":"11650514","quote_3_text":"Sitting outside service bay, I smelled smoke and then saw smoke coming out of vents. I then jumped out of car and the car became engulfed in flames and subsequently exploded. The day I picked it up, I pointed out to the service manager that they had not reattached everything to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-abs-brake-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss with ABS warning light","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11726456","quote_1_text":"The contact’s son stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the brake pedal depressed with no warning light illuminated. The contact’s son stated that the ABS braking system failed, and the brake pedal did not function when attempting to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11599590","quote_2_text":"I was driving going around 50 and put on my brakes after that the abs light Epb light and cruise control lights all came on and my car wouldnt stop unless I preessed very hard on brakes","quote_3_odi":"11612483","quote_3_text":"Driving on the highway my Hyundai begins braking and cannot be stopped even though the Automatic braking system was disengaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-cylinder-misfire-p1326","label":"Cylinder misfire with knock sensor code P1326","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11718820","quote_1_text":"engine cut out on highway, check engine light flashing. Car would not exceed 50 mph on highway and would hesitate/jump trying to go up any hill/incline. Took to mechanic and vehicle had P1326 knock sensor code","quote_2_odi":"11673404","quote_2_text":"After checking I’m getting the error codes P1326 and P0014. I’m not unable to go past 40mph and the vehicle starts stalling when I approach that speed which is incredibly dangerous depending on what road I’m on","quote_3_odi":"11697278","quote_3_text":"This engine is burning oil. Its mixing oil with gasoline in the cylinders. Its fouling spark plugs and consuming large amounts of oil with absolutely no visible oil leaks. The exhaust is black. PCV valve is clean. Engine is misfiring due to spark plug fouling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11692877","quote_1_text":"My husband was driving our vehicle on the highway when the engine began to smoke and the caught fire. Unfortunately it was not able to be saved","quote_2_odi":"11613143","quote_2_text":"Stopped at a red light and car caught on fire under the hood","quote_3_odi":"11540580","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling sound and there was fire coming from underneath the hood. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11683096","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the engine seized. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was coasted to the shoulder of the roadway; however, the vehicle was in an unsafe location","quote_2_odi":"11596311","quote_2_text":"Have 80,000 miles on vehicle , driving down highway , and total engine failure occurred. Luckily there was a highway shoulder I was able to roll onto for safety. No oil light had come on, but mechanic said there was an internal oil leak, and that I had no oil , and engine was…","quote_3_odi":"11582392","quote_3_text":"My Hyundai Santa Fe’s engine blew up while I was driving it and everything shut down without warning. I was stuck in the middle of a busy 4 way stop until I was pushed into a parking lot so I could get towed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11748333","quote_1_text":"The car has 90,000 miles on it and uses excessive oil, not leaking. It uses at least one quart per 1000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11718669","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is using excessive oil. I first noticed this around 80 000 miles. Initially it started off with not being able to get the 5000 miles before next oil change and dropped to around 4000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11697992","quote_3_text":"Engine burns prodigious amounts of oil. Uses one quart in about 400 miles. Hyundai verified this with their 1000 mile oil consumption test","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-paint-peeling","label":"Paint bubbling and peeling on hood and roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11538478","quote_1_text":"paint peeling from roof of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11546672","quote_2_text":"In may july of 2023 a bubble in the paint came up about size of a large egg. It has since gotten larger every week and broke open leaving exposed metal and paint falls off while driving hitting windshield","quote_3_odi":"11537952","quote_3_text":"Within weeks of the end of the vehicle's 5-year warranty period, the pearl white paint suddenly started bubbling on the front hood in June 2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe Sport","model_slug":"santa-fe-sport","cluster_id":"santa-fe-sport-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof and rear window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":414,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11718921","quote_1_text":"While parked the panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered","quote_2_odi":"11554278","quote_2_text":"On November 2nd of 2023, I was driving approximately 5 miles away from home when all of a sudden the sunroof glass shattered. It sounded like an explosion of glass","quote_3_odi":"11630653","quote_3_text":"I got into my vehicle and when I closed my door, my rear window exploded. There was no one around the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/santa-fe-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe XL","model_slug":"santa-fe-xl","cluster_id":"santa-fe-xl-2019-engine-failure","label":"Engine seizes or requires full replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11730319","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on and then vehicle stalled took to shop and said the engine was needing to be replaced. Looked into issue and seen multiple issues with this engine and happening to a lot of Hyundai engines where vehicles need to get complete new engines","quote_2_odi":"11590740","quote_2_text":"The car died out of nowhere and seized the engine. The engine is blown. I have receipts of the No check engine or oil light had came on, even up to the point of failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe XL","model_slug":"santa-fe-xl","cluster_id":"santa-fe-xl-2019-fire-risk-recall-unrepaired","label":"Fire risk recall unrepaired","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11469254","quote_1_text":"We were notified in February 2022 that there was a safety issue that could result in a fire while driving or parked. We have asked for recall status updates and continue to be told that there is no fix yet","quote_2_odi":"11472684","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Santa Fe XL","model_slug":"santa-fe-xl","cluster_id":"santa-fe-xl-2019-sunroof-explodes","label":"Sunroof glass explodes without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11651805","quote_1_text":"Sun roof exploded. We were driving down the highway and heard a loud crack. The sun roof exploded on us and there was shattered glass from the front to the back of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11551384","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe XL. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the panoramic sunroof fractured. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/santa-fe-xl","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11179917","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SLIDE ON BLACK ICE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A PICK UP TRUCK. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10809717","quote_2_text":"HE FELL ASLEEP DRIVING HOME ONE NIGHT AND HIT A GUARDRAIL WITH THE LEFT FRONT PANEL. THE CAR CONTINUED TO SLAM INTO THE GUARDRAIL ALL THE WAY DOWN THE LEFT SIDE. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED!","quote_3_odi":"11257609","quote_3_text":"TWO VERTICAL CRACKS ON EITHER SIDE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS SHOWED UP THIS MORNING. THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN IN ANY ACCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-brake-caliper-sticking","label":"Rear brake caliper sticking and pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11032894","quote_1_text":"THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE BURNED UP THREE TIMES NOW HAD THE CALIPERS CHANGED TWO TIMES ON RIGHT SIDE ONCE ON LEFT SIDE IN 90000 MILES THERE MUST BE A PROBLEM IN SYSTEM THAT'S INTERMENT","quote_2_odi":"10849659","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND THEN SLOWING FOR TRAFFIC WHICH BECAME STOP AND GO TRAFFIC - THE BRAKE PEDAL STARTED SLOWLY FADING ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10715721","quote_3_text":"REAR CALIPER FROZEN/STICKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-door-handle-breakage","label":"Exterior door handle breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11699964","quote_1_text":"External Handles made of plastic continue to break and do not allow access to open car doors","quote_2_odi":"10684019","quote_2_text":"OUTSIDE DRIVER DOOR HANDLE BROKE AND DETACHED","quote_3_odi":"11144555","quote_3_text":"HYUNDAI SONATA 2010 - THE FRONT, DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE DETACHED FROM THE CAR, WITHOUT WARNING, WHEN ATTEMPTING TO OPEN THE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11676434","quote_1_text":"While driving 60–70 mph on [XXX] just north of Sylmar, I suddenly heard a loud, deep “pop” from the lower part of the car. Within seconds, the engine began steaming heavily and leaking oil everywhere","quote_2_odi":"11540487","quote_2_text":"In July of this year, my engine failed due to the oil consumption defect found in many of Hyundai's engines produced at the Alabama factory","quote_3_odi":"11398690","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE ENGINE THREW A ROD AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-esc-stop-lamp-switch-recall","label":"ESC light activation tied to stop lamp switch recall","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11320718","quote_1_text":"ESC OFF LIGHT COMES ON, AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON SOMETIMES WHEN DRIVING. SOMETIMES, THE CAR LOSES ITS POWER WHEN THAT HAPPENS IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10819154","quote_2_text":"IHAD MY 2010 HYUNDAI SONATA FOR A RECALL,BRAKE SENSOR RECALL. THE DAY IT WAS DONE THE ESC WENT ON 3 TIMES, WHICH EFFECTS BRAKES AND ESC","quote_3_odi":"11032242","quote_3_text":"I'VE DRIVEN THIS CAR SINCE 2011 AND HAVE NOT HAD AN ISSUE LIKE THIS BEFORE. LAST WEEK, (OCTOBER, 1, 2017). WHILE DRIVING DOWN AN OFF-RAMP AT ~35 MPH, MY 2010 HYUNDAI SONATA'S ESC OFF LIGHT CAME ON AND WOULD NOT GO OFF ; AT THE SAME TIME MY CRUISE CONTROL HAS STOPPED WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-steering-coupler-wear","label":"Steering coupler and column wear","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11209158","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WILL RANDOMLY STICK. ITS ESPECIALLY DANGEROUS ON THE HIGHWAY AND HAS ME TERRIFIED OF CURVES. IT CAUSES OVER CORRECTING BECAUSE THE STEERING STICKS AND THEN TURNS LOOSE","quote_2_odi":"10899459","quote_2_text":"I'VE BEEN TOLD THAT THE LOWER STEERING COUPLER BUSHING ON MY 2010 HYUNDAI SONATA NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11577080","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel was constantly pulling to the right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2010-transmission-jerking-downshift","label":"Transmission jerking on downshift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":345,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11454289","quote_1_text":"Rough jerking downshift transmission when stopping or slow down","quote_2_odi":"11005292","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO SLOW DOWN, THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"11348953","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE TRANSMISSION IS COLD, WHILE DRIVING AND SLOWING DOWN TO 20 MHP THE CARD JERKS, HARD DOWNSHIFT FROM 3RD TO 2ND, AND RPM INCREASE BY SEVERAL HUNDRED RPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-abs-hydraulic-brake-failure","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11727065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power, an alarm sounded for the braking system, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and the vehicle failed to exceed 15 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11703820","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake warning light illuminated, and the vehicle shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was confirmed that the failure was due to an unrepaired recall","quote_3_odi":"11558766","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH the battery warning light illuminated. The contact stated that white smoke was issuing from under the hood. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle, however, the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-airbag-clock-spring-failure","label":"Airbag clock spring failure with warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11733229","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s airbag warning light is illuminated. The steering wheel also makes a clicking noise, which appears related to an internal clock spring/coil connector failure. This defect may prevent the driver airbag from deploying properly in a crash, creating a serious safety","quote_2_odi":"11694186","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a failed air bag clock spring","quote_3_odi":"11636133","quote_3_text":"Airbag light is on after a clock spring issue. Dealer is stating new airbag is needed for vehicle that has never had an accident. Airbag light was not on prior to clock spring malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-dashboard-cracking-airbag","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag housing","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11643255","quote_1_text":"Dashboard has large cracks all over it including where the passenger air bag is located. I am concerned about the pieces of plastic flying if the air bag deploys. Also concerned that the cracks could release the air bag at any time, even during normal driving","quote_2_odi":"11589514","quote_2_text":"My vehicle dash board has started cracking in several locations. Causing a risk to my safety, having the potential of breaking up in the event of a crash casing the dash board to break up and shatter that would cause injury to my passenger and myself","quote_3_odi":"11565689","quote_3_text":"Dashboard cracked. Completely cracked into small pieces throughout the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11755879","quote_1_text":"Intermittent and sudden loss of power steering nearly caused an accident for both of sons when each one was driving on two separate occasions this past week. \"EPS\" and traction control warning lights both illuminate on the dash when steering goes out","quote_2_odi":"11672070","quote_2_text":"My EPS light comes on and my steering wheel locks up the dealership says that isn’t a recall but I can pull it up and it says my car was affected by the sonata electric power steering control module recall","quote_3_odi":"11532215","quote_3_text":"Power steering suddenly stopped working . Tried turning off engine and restarting with no success. No warning lights to indicate anything wrong. Took vehicle to repair garage to investigate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-fuel-pump-fuel-system-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel line failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11729883","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds on four occasions. During the first occasion, the vehicle was towed to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic, where it was","quote_2_odi":"11578253","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start, and the low fuel light was illuminated. The contact stated that the alternator was replaced prior to the failure. The vehicle was refueled by a tow truck driver","quote_3_odi":"11709592","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start as intended, and the contact noticed a strong fuel odor coming from underneath the hood. Upon inspecting underneath the hood, the contact noticed a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-tail-light-housing-melt","label":"Tail light bulb overheating and housing melt","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11738903","quote_1_text":"On my 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS, both rear tail lights have melted to the point that the lightbulbs cannot be extracted and the brake and tail lights no longer work","quote_2_odi":"11520736","quote_2_text":"I have had replaced my taillight bulbs 8 times in the last year. They keep blowing out and getting so hot they melt the taillight assembly. I replaced the whole assembly a couple months ago and it is already melted so bad the light bulb will not fit properly or stay in place","quote_3_odi":"11523088","quote_3_text":"Brake light housing has melted and deformed so that the bulb is stuck in the tail light assembly and cannot be changed. Without working brake lights the car is unsafe to be driven on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2011-theta-ii-rod-bearing-engine-failure","label":"Theta II rod bearing engine failure and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":3375,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11726946","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suddenly stopped and died while driving. The mechanic confirms that the engine is gone, contact Hyundai. Ourisman of Rockville and Hyundai Motor America (HMA) refuses to replace the engine for free. The vehicle has now developed a severe engine knock consistent with","quote_2_odi":"11712626","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 - 70 MPH, there was a grinding sensation coming from the front wheels, and the grinding sensation was felt in the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11532593","quote_3_text":"On June 28th 2023, while driving on Route80-West near Parsippany, NJ my 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS seized on the highway. I was forced to veer to the shoulder as the oil light flashed on, followed by multiple lights flashing on with immediate engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2012-airbag-warning-defect","label":"Airbag warning light or airbag module defect","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1556,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11726956","quote_1_text":"The airbag warning light came on, so we took it in to see about a recall on the airbag control unit issue that required a wire filter kit as out lined in a recall in 2011-2013 Sonatas and Sonata Hybrids","quote_2_odi":"11720725","quote_2_text":"The warning light for the airbags is on on my dashboard with no airbags ever been deployed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2012-brake-light-electrical-fault","label":"Brake light and exterior lighting electrical fault","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1556,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11692347","quote_1_text":"My car has a problem whith the break lamps, the sockets that hold the bulbs are melting and they have deformed making it hard to replace the fused bulbs. Also the brake light stay on even after the engine is off draining the Battery and causing a short circuit","quote_2_odi":"11617319","quote_2_text":"My brake lights are constantly needing replaced. Sometimes they stay on even when I'm not braking, other times they won't come on at all when I brake. I've gotten them replaced many times but it doesn't seem to fix the problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2012-brake-system-failure","label":"Service brake system failure or warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1556,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11715039","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check brake and \"Hybrid System Warning Safely Stop - Do Not Drive\" messages were displayed on the instrument panel, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode","quote_2_odi":"11690018","quote_2_text":"The part of hand break assembly that’s inside the disk break (the drum assembly) fell off when the dealer ( [XXX] Hyundai, Schaumburg, IL) tried to adjusted. I went to the dealer because the hand break stop to function","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2012-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall or failure with knocking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1556,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11754020","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, the engine started knocking, and smoke emitted from under the hood. The contact decelerated to approximately 15 MPH and drove to her nearby","quote_2_odi":"11747461","quote_2_text":"Around the end of May 2026, my vehicle stalled without warning while traveling at highway speed. The engine light and EPS warning light illuminated simultaneously. The engine cranks but will not start. The vehicle was towed to a Hyundai dealership on June 15, 2026 where the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2012-engine-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in engine bay","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1556,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11744264","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN Car was driving fine no warning lights and the car died. tried to stat back up and engine wiring harness on top of motor caught on fire","quote_2_odi":"11729048","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2012 Hyundai Sonata Incident Date: August 14, 2024 Location: [XXX] Description of the Problem: The vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic fire without warning while in normal use. There were no prior warning lights, messages, or symptoms before the incident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Driver airbag clock spring / warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11749065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the airbag warning light illuminated, and the horn failed to engage as intended. Additionally, the vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken","quote_2_odi":"11690182","quote_2_text":"The Air bag light came on on the dashboard of my 2013 Hyundai and wouldn’t go off. When I took it to the local Hyundai dealership, they diagnosed the problem as the airbag clock spring. I asked if there was a recall for the clock spring, and was told no. They install a new OM","quote_3_odi":"11687698","quote_3_text":"The airbag warning light on the dash is illuminated. Diagnostic code B1481 Driver airbag resistance too high","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11677058","quote_1_text":"There are 2 cracks on the dashboard directly over the passenger airbag that were there when I bought the car and there is another crack that happened some time between yesterday and today. The Crack is almost the width of the dashboard. If there is an accident I'm worried about","quote_2_odi":"11668410","quote_2_text":"Vehicle DASHBAORD has been facing UV related reactive damages by small line cracks and now it's progressing to larger lines. Similar damages in other manufacturers like Toyota and Lexus are covered by manufacturer as recalls","quote_3_odi":"11654587","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that there were three cracks on the front dashboard. The contact stated that two cracks were on the front passenger’s side airbag and the other crack was in the middle of the front dashboard and was spreading over to the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-engine-rod-bearing-stall","label":"Connecting rod bearing failure / engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11734203","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Hyundai Sonata Limited equipped with the Theta II 2.4L GDI engine experienced a sudden connecting rod bearing failure while driving on the expressway in Florida. At the time of failure, the vehicle had approximately 153,000 miles. The Check Engine Light illuminated and","quote_2_odi":"11693813","quote_2_text":"Driving at 70 mph on the highway, the engine seized without warning. The car violently shuddered and rapidly decelerated in the travel lane. A fully-loaded semi-truck was directly behind me and had to swerve violently and brake hard to avoid crushing my vehicle. This created an","quote_3_odi":"11700618","quote_3_text":"Component/System Failed - Engine – connecting rod bearing wear resulting in complete engine seizure. - Engine is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk - Engine seizure occurred while my mechanic was driving, causing a complete loss of motive power.Created immediate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-fuel-line-leak","label":"High-pressure fuel line leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11733349","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall Number22V312000 I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding my 2013 Hyundai Sonata (VIN: [XXX] ), which is subject to a manufacturer recall #189 due to a fuel line defect posing a fire risk and potential severe injury. Today, I visited Wallace Hyundai in","quote_2_odi":"11706048","quote_2_text":"My vehicle had Hyundai Safety Recall 227 (fuel tube replacement) completed on December 7, 2022. After the recall repair, the same fuel-system symptoms returned. A Hyundai dealership diagnosed failure of the high-pressure fuel pump and high-pressure fuel pipe and stated the","quote_3_odi":"11612142","quote_3_text":"My low pressure fuel hose has a leak. The amount of gasoline that is spraying on my spark plugs and engine is concerning. The gas fume smell coming in through the vent was horrible. After finding this leak I came to the conclusion that I am very lucky My car didn’t catch fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-hybrid-brake-warning","label":"Hybrid brake system warning and power loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11726063","quote_1_text":"I was driving in the evening on 2/7/26. The red brake light came on in the dash and seconds later the car went into limp mode. An alarm went off indicating that the hybrid system was not functioning. The braking performance decreased significantly. The car slowed down","quote_2_odi":"11689398","quote_2_text":"Braking system failed on my Hyundai Sonata Hybrid 2013. I was driving on the highway and suddenly the vehicle started a constant beeping noise and the dashboard illuminated with a message that read \"Hybrid System Warning! Safely Stop and Do Not Drive\" as I driving 70 MPH on the","quote_3_odi":"11580410","quote_3_text":"Around mid-April of 2023, I was driving and i attempted to LIGHTLY apply my brakes and an alarm starts going off. Then the brakes VIOLENTLY start grinding. I went from 50mph to an immediate 10mph. The dealership said they replaced the fuse that SHOULD solve the problem. It did","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-rear-door-wont-open","label":"Rear door will not open from inside or outside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11692733","quote_1_text":"The right-rear passenger door will not open from either the inside or outside of the car. This happened suddenly with no warning. It was instantaneous. I went to go pick my toddler from daycare and when we were returning to the car, the right-rear passenger door will not open","quote_2_odi":"11663549","quote_2_text":"The left rear door won't open from the inside or from outside. The door just suddenly stopped working without any warning or without any damage to the door, or to the key FOB. I use it to transport an elderly person or sometimes my grand kids, it is dangerous especially if","quote_3_odi":"11627826","quote_3_text":"Rear driver side door cannot be opened from the inside or the outside of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-steering-coupling-clunk","label":"Steering column coupling clunk noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11672228","quote_1_text":"Took car to my local mechanic for a clunking sound when turning steering wheel side to side, while standing still. Mechanic states problem at steering knuckle. In addition he stated that there is a Hyundai recall for this problem. I haven’t been able to find the recall for the","quote_2_odi":"11637628","quote_2_text":"Hyundai issued Extended Warranty directive TXX7 dealing with the \"rubber coupling in the motor driven power steering assembly\" The directive covered the replacement for 2011 to 2014 model year Sonata for 10 years from the date of delivery or first use or 100000 miles, whichever","quote_3_odi":"11632734","quote_3_text":"My wife and I bought a new 2013 Hyundai Sonata GLS in August of 2013, which is now over eleven years ago. In late September 2024, with still fewer than 100,000 miles on the car, I noticed a snapping sensation/clunk sound in its steering column when changing the direction of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2013-taillight-bulb-melting","label":"Tail light bulb socket melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1903,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11673605","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the taillight bulbs failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the taillight bulbs overheated and burned out quickly. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was","quote_2_odi":"11665039","quote_2_text":"The tail lights in this car are constantly burning out. We have to replace them about every month or two. It’s either one side or the other and it has happened so many times since we had the car it’s ridiculous","quote_3_odi":"11627627","quote_3_text":"Brake lights become hot enough to melt through housing, hanging loose in the trunk where they can damage wiring and further burn through taillight housing. There was no warning, uncertain how long issue has been ongoing as I only noticed when a light went entirely out. Vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-abs-module-brake-warning","label":"ABS module failure with brake warning shutdown","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11604751","quote_1_text":"ABS control unit/pump is leaking. I was told it's not covered under warranty or recall. Local mechanic states they can't repair it because the part has to be properly programed at the dealership. I've spoken with other Hyundai owners and they have had the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11563096","quote_2_text":"ABS module is damaged. Car is not operable. Dealership did diagnostic on vehicle. And stated there is an ABS recall. But no remedy as of yet. Car will not operate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11634483","quote_1_text":"Air bag warning has come on due to malfunctioning clockspring. Went to dealership and realized it is not under extended 15 year warranty","quote_2_odi":"11705597","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle before the front passenger's side air bag independently deployed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-door-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Door and trunk latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11650471","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to open the trunk manually using the key fob; however, the trunk intermittently failed to open. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11611659","quote_2_text":"My passenger side rear door will not open from the outside or the inside. You pull the handle on the outside and nothing happens","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-engine-stall-theta-recall","label":"Engine stall and seizure under Theta II recall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11749925","quote_1_text":"The check engine lights blinking, it overheats and it shuts down","quote_2_odi":"11573364","quote_2_text":"Engine was loosing power and know dosent start at all","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-fuel-line-leak-recall-227","label":"Fuel line leak near high-pressure fuel pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11708401","quote_1_text":"Fuel line under the hood was spewing gas after starting the vehicle. My safety was put at risk by being stranded in a dangerous part of town for 5 days before getting the car towed back home No inspections have been done by those companies No warning light where on","quote_2_odi":"11637076","quote_2_text":"My Gasoline Delivery Hose/line/pipe/fitting is leaking near the spark plugs as checked by a Tire Plus mechanic. The car is not safe to drive. Hyundai refused to fix my car under the Campaign 22V312000 that addresses this specific issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-steering-column-linkage","label":"Steering column and linkage failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11639999","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the linkage on the left side of steering column broke off. I could only go to the right. Thank god it did it right after I got off the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11594236","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel issue. It jolts and shakes around when going over bumps or when parking the vehicle and steering the vehicle to a parked position, you can feel the steering shake around","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2014-taillight-housing-melt","label":"Taillight and brake light housing melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":744,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11697087","quote_1_text":"Brake lights not working. Checked fuses and bulbs, neither are the issue","quote_2_odi":"11501417","quote_2_text":"Right taillight working intermittently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-ecu-update-jerking","label":"Jerking and hesitation after ECU software update","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11749467","quote_1_text":"I had the Service Campaign 9C2 and TSB 25-01-087H recall emissions update performed. I immediately noticed degraded performance with my vehicle. It's very jumpy/stuttery after I first start driving and feels less responsive","quote_2_odi":"11746404","quote_2_text":"First, within the first 5 minutes of engine startup, and most pronounced on every cold engine startup, the throttle delivery is highly erratic, causing uncommanded low-speed surging","quote_3_odi":"11740388","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle skipped and failed to exceed 35 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Smoke and fire from the engine compartment","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11681712","quote_1_text":"I had a standard oil change done on my car and it was running fine afterwards. Later that evening, my car started smoking and spontaneously burst into flames from the hood","quote_2_odi":"11665262","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after the daughter reached the destination and parked the vehicle, a popping noise suddenly occurred from the engine compartment. After exiting the vehicle, flames were present coming from under the engine hood","quote_3_odi":"11600197","quote_3_text":"On June 30, 2024 I was driving a 2015 Hyundai Sonata and the car caught on fire. There were no warning lights/ dash indicators/ no check engine lights or other warnings present","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-engine-seizure-loss-of-power","label":"Engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11729172","quote_1_text":"Engine seized driving down the interstate doing 65 MPH in rush hour traffic could have been rear ended or hit vehicles around me trying to get off the road. Complete loss of power. Power steering was still active brakes were barely working","quote_2_odi":"11706164","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced sudden engine failure due to rod bearing damage. The engine seized without warning and required towing. A Hyundai dealership confirmed rod bearing failure consistent with known Theta engine defects","quote_3_odi":"11742036","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while idling at a stop light the vehicle suddenly stalled. The engine did not restart and the vehicle was pushed to a nearby parking space. During the failure no warning lights or messages had displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11714663","quote_1_text":"The oil in the car burns quickly. After driving 2000 miles, there is no oil left. I do not have any oil leaks anywhere. It’s just burning oil. This has been consistent since I’ve gotten the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11681666","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that she checked the engine oil every Sunday and became aware that the oil level was low. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact was adding one quart of engine oil every ten days","quote_3_odi":"11625498","quote_3_text":"Engine burns too much oil and needs oil replenishment every 2 weeks while driving only 100-200 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-exterior-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling from hood, roof and trunk","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11622612","quote_1_text":"white paint flaking off hood roof and trunk areas to bare metal. it gets worse when car is washed","quote_2_odi":"11609646","quote_2_text":"Two years ago, I'm having issues with my car paint peeling off in the hood, roof and trunk","quote_3_odi":"11596315","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway Emmy pearl white paint began chipping on my car flying up into my field of vision which not only was distracting while driving but appeared as if it came from another vehicle even though it as from my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-limp-mode-engine-knock","label":"Limp mode and reduced acceleration with engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11626348","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, was jerking, and failed to exceed 45 MPH. The contact pulled over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11714566","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2015 Hyundai Sonata, the vehicle suddenly lost power and entered limp mode. A loud engine knocking noise was present, and acceleration was severely limited, creating a safety risk in traffic. The check engine light illuminated at the time of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11719062","quote_3_text":"Engine has knocking sound. Sudden loss of power and hesitation when accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-panoramic-sunroof-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof and wind deflector detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11651708","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal highway conditions, the sunroof detached from the vehicle while still in the closed position. This caused extreme danger to other drivers and property and could have caused a fatality if it would have hit a motorcyclist or other unprotected person","quote_2_odi":"11726826","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic sunroof detached from the vehicle. The hazard lights were activated, and the vehicle was pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11655631","quote_3_text":"On Friday, April 18, I opened my panoramic sunroof on my car. When I did, the wind deflector became detached from the sunroof mechanism","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11602031","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel locked with skid slip lines and red steering wheel and exclamation mark lights on. Steering wheel locked up while driving. The car will no turn and is not drivable because the wheel will not turn","quote_2_odi":"11684346","quote_2_text":"While driving a EPS light came in and the steering was extremely hard to drive. I was on the highway so I had to pull over to turn off the car and then turn it on","quote_3_odi":"11666593","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while her son was driving the vehicle at approximately 65 MPH, the steering wheel became difficult to steer. The contact stated that the driver pulled to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-9c2-drivability","label":"Drivability change after Service Campaign 9C2 ECU update","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11738811","quote_1_text":"After this update my vehicle drivetrain is quite erratic. In particular when the engine is cold it appears to jerk even when in Parking gear position. When cold the drivetrain experiences erratic gear shifts","quote_2_odi":"11737818","quote_2_text":"After completion of Hyundai Service Campaign 9C2, my 2016 Hyundai Sonata SE is very difficult to drive at low RPMs. Cold start its sluggish and jerks and driving uphill feels like transmission slipping but is not","quote_3_odi":"11743836","quote_3_text":"After the emissions 9c2 recall car hesitant when changing an Hyundai has knowledgement of the problem but don’t have a fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-engine-seizure-power-loss","label":"Engine seizure with loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11728397","quote_1_text":"The vehicle became unsafe when it stopped operating in traffic, creating a potential hazard to myself and others due to the sudden loss of power and inability to move the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11675238","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing failed at highway speeds, loss of power and flashing check engine light only after engine failure. This could have caused an accident putting myself and others at risk of bodily damage had I not been able to pull off of the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11660734","quote_3_text":"While accelerating from a red light, the engine suddenly lost power and the car stalled in the left turn lane in the middle of traffic. We had to have the vehicle towed to a repair shop, where I was informed that the engine had seized or locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11670446","quote_1_text":"Engine consumes excessive amount of oil, approximately 5 quarts every 1,000 miles. No leaks found when taken for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11582015","quote_2_text":"I am writing to report a concerning issue with my Hyundai Sonata 2016 regarding excessive oil consumption. Every 1000 miles, the vehicle requires approximately 1.5 quarts of oil, if not more. This rapid depletion of oil presents a significant safety risk for driving the car","quote_3_odi":"11627651","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that 30 quarts of oil had been added to the vehicle in the past four months. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH on the freeway, the vehicle started shuddering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-hybrid-system-shutdown","label":"Hybrid system shutdown warning and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11744248","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut off with the message \"HEV System Failure\" displayed. The driver safely pulled over to the side of the road and restarted the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11662896","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2016 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid SE (89,000 miles), a “Check Hybrid System” warning appeared on the dashboard, followed by a sudden loss of power. Shortly after, the engine began knocking loudly","quote_3_odi":"11685412","quote_3_text":"Pushed acceleration at traffic light to cross and turn into neighborhood, car started beeping frantically, 'check hev system' flashed on dash as well as 'turn off engine' while car decelerated to 1-3 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-p1326-limp-mode","label":"P1326 knock sensor limp mode with reduced power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11717243","quote_1_text":"While driving in normal traffic, the engine experienced a sudden and significant loss of power and went into a reduced-power “limp” mode","quote_2_odi":"11616254","quote_2_text":"Engine in limp mode, CEL activated with code p1326. Knock sensor detection system activated, oil leaking. Car won't Rev past 1700 RPM","quote_3_odi":"11643345","quote_3_text":"Car Lost Power going up a hill. Generating codes P1326, P0455 and P0302","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling from roof and body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11617899","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Hyundai Sonata (pearl white) paint is peeling in many parts of my car","quote_2_odi":"11608463","quote_2_text":"The paint on my 2016 Hyundai continues to peel. I have gone to get the vehicle repainted to no avail. The roof paint came off again and even bigger than the original peel","quote_3_odi":"11630053","quote_3_text":"White paint peeling off above windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":717,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11607163","quote_1_text":"Intermittent loss of steering with my Hyundai Sonata 2016 since April 2024. Vehicle randomly loses power steering while turning and 2 warning lights appear (power steering light (eps)and traction control)","quote_2_odi":"11662564","quote_2_text":"Steering sticks and releases under pressure at 60/65+ mph on interstate. Very difficult to keep vehicle in lane consistently","quote_3_odi":"11671554","quote_3_text":"Power steering fails intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11711495","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a severe motor vehicle collision in a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The airbags failed to deploy during the crash. I sustained serious injuries and was transported from the scene by EMS","quote_2_odi":"11703144","quote_2_text":"During this crash, none of the airbags deployed, which indicates a possible defect or prior undisclosed issue with the airbag system","quote_3_odi":"11674849","quote_3_text":"The airbag light has been on for years. Also, the controllers on the steering wheel stopped working, first left side, 6 months later followed by right side. I’ve been told it’s due to a faulty ring inside or under the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11626815","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed smoke was coming from the engine compartment. No warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the vehicle and discovered that the engine compartment was on fire","quote_2_odi":"11707642","quote_2_text":"While the vehicle was in the dealership’s custody, it caught fire on 12/19/2025 at World Hyundai Matteson. No one was injured, but the car was destroyed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-engine-knock-stall","label":"Engine knocking, stalling, and rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11740495","quote_1_text":"The rod bearings failed in the engine. The vehicle is currently at the dealership and is available for inspection. Rod bearing failure can cause complete engine seizure while driving, creating a serious risk of losing vehicle control at any speed","quote_2_odi":"11593577","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the freeway when my engine made a loud knocking noise, the noise got worse as the RPMs increased. The check engine light began to flash and I lost power, the vehicle will not exceed 60mph and vibrates when moving down the road","quote_3_odi":"11664715","quote_3_text":"Engine seized on me, lurched forward, then engine light starting flashing and I could barely accelerate anymore. Had to go very slowly to make it home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-hybrid-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11741174","quote_1_text":"While traveling at approximately 70 MPH on a heavily traveled highway, the vehicle suddenly and completely lost propulsion without warning","quote_2_odi":"11635989","quote_2_text":"I can’t drive my car on the highway cause then it will shut off and say HEV system error and I have to shut my car off turn it back on then erase the code with my diagnostic tool","quote_3_odi":"11612071","quote_3_text":"I was driving the vehicle and it of no where the hybrid warming triangle comes up and I had to pull over. The car went in creep mode and then rpm and sped was capped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11745870","quote_1_text":"High oil consumption, burning a quart of oil or more every 500 miles since bought used at Hyundai dealership","quote_2_odi":"11705570","quote_2_text":"Car consuming EXCESSIVE Oil. Oil changes went from lasting 6-7k miles, to less than 4k miles, to less than 2k miles within a year. Checked for leaks, nothing found","quote_3_odi":"11644439","quote_3_text":"Car has been burning oil since September of 2024. It’s burning 2 quarts of oil every 500 miles. The oil is burning out spark plugs and coils every 3 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and bubbling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11656611","quote_1_text":"My paint is peeling and bubbling all over the car. The paint is chipping in multiple places","quote_2_odi":"11633384","quote_2_text":"The car's paint is peeling all over. The roof was repainted in 2018, the hood and side door in 2024 and now the the roof supports on each side and trunk are peeling . While driving a big piece of white paint flew to my windshield blocking the driver's view","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and steering wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11717972","quote_1_text":"While driving around 45 mph, the steering wheel locked up and car came to a hard stop. Luckily cars swerved to avoid me. This was the second time it happened. The first time I was in a parking garage and the steering wheel locked up","quote_2_odi":"11627540","quote_2_text":"Lost power steering in heavy traffic. Was able to move safely to a parking lot and stopped. A light came on with a steering wheel at the same time the power steering went out. Turned off vehicle and when started again no light on the dash and power steering was ok","quote_3_odi":"11715392","quote_3_text":"Was just driving and lost steering, basically very hard to turn the wheel. Traction control light and a red steering wheel light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2017-sunroof-detachment","label":"Sunroof detachment from vehicle","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":761,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11720516","quote_1_text":"Sun roof flew off while driving, the metal framing was twisted and dent. Sun Roof was closed at the time","quote_2_odi":"11701828","quote_2_text":"Sunroof frame detached from car due to defective adhesive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-abs-brake-malfunction","label":"ABS module and brake system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11662272","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the ABS module had failed","quote_2_odi":"11509454","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with the maintenance message displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11556945","quote_3_text":"ABS module stopped working and the ABS module light is on. Car automatically brakes by its self sometimes or locks up at stop lights creating dangerous driving situations","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-engine-stall-rod-bearing","label":"Engine stall from rod-bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692952","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle one day, the engine blew out. This was caused by a malfunction from connecting rod bearing wear. I could have easily been rear ended. Hyundai was aware of the issue, but it was never resolved for me at least","quote_2_odi":"11625548","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and was unable to accelerate above 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11553050","quote_3_text":"Engine is failing, stalls frequently. Dealership where I bought the car will not help, other dealership advised us to drive the car until the engine fails. I do not feel safe driving this car with my children","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-no-start-starter-failure","label":"No-start condition and starter failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11707411","quote_1_text":"Intermittent no-crank, no-start condition. Dash lights illuminate, push-button start produces no response. Brake pedal applied. Vehicle becomes immobilized without warning. I’ve been stranded on multiple occasions","quote_2_odi":"11677493","quote_2_text":"My starter failed after 35,683 miles leaving me stranded in a parking lot at night. The life expectancy for a starter is between 100,000and 150,000 miles. Hyundai replaced the part at a cost of $1,139 which is way above what it normally costs to replace a starter","quote_3_odi":"11616684","quote_3_text":"My 2018 Hyundai sonata with only 20,821 had to have the starter replaced on [XXX] because the car would not start. I had 3 different people including AAA road service to verify why it would not start and what the problem was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Theta II engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702514","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle as a certified pre-owned from a Hyundai dealership on 09/10/2022 with 32,677 miles. Around 85,000 miles, it began burning an excessive amount of oil—about two quarts per month","quote_2_odi":"11616911","quote_2_text":"Car has an engine defect and consumes too much oil. Hyundai Sonata is denying the repair or engine replacement","quote_3_odi":"11636198","quote_3_text":"2018 Hyundai Sonata with only 128k miles already needs a new engine due to oil consumption. I have done the regular maintenance on the car and have only put roughly 25k miles on the car since owning it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-oil-pan-crack","label":"Oil pan crack and leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751641","quote_1_text":"The lower aluminum engine oil pan developed a structural hairline fracture (\"micro-crack\") directly along the factory casting ridge adjacent to the drain plug. The component failed without any external impact, road hazard, scraping, or underbody damage","quote_2_odi":"11552753","quote_2_text":"I was driving and when I made a left turn I heard a sucking type of noise coming from the engine. I immediately made an appointment at my local Hyundai dealership, however they were booked for another month so I made it at my local mechanic shop","quote_3_odi":"11508753","quote_3_text":"Hairline crack in engine oil pan possibly resulting in engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2018-seatbelt-airbag-failure","label":"Seat belt and airbag restraint failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":368,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11637409","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, the contact became aware that the driver’s side seat belt failed to latch securely into the buckle. The seat belt warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11710253","quote_2_text":"The three airbags in the car (on the driver's weel, driver's knee, and the passenger's side) deployed while driving on a normal street at a speed of 50 miles/hour. This is an unexpected behavior of a car at a normal speed","quote_3_odi":"11624830","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer performed a compression check","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2019-oil-consumption-engine","label":"Engine oil consumption and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11709374","quote_1_text":"I have had my car in 7 times for the same issue. Metal shavings in oil and burning excessive amounts of oil between oil changes. This is a very well known issue with 2019 Hyundai Sonata. They have done nothing but add oil and run tests which the car failed.…","quote_2_odi":"11707477","quote_2_text":"The engine is burning oil around 1 quart every 700 miles. I check the car oil level around every 10 days. I have experienced when I didn't check the oil and the low oil engine light would come on in the instrument panel. Hyundai shows no recall for this 2019 Hyundai Sonata…","quote_3_odi":"11688992","quote_3_text":"Excessive oil consumption leading to no or low oil levels. Piston ring design flaw allowing oil to leak into combustion chamber, damaging the spark plugs. No warning lights until failure posing a significant crash risk for my family. Engine failure at 134K miles without…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2019-oil-pan-crack","label":"Oil pan cracking and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11602717","quote_1_text":"Engine has been leaking oil for awhile. After close inspection i discovered a tiny crack in oil pan. There is no damage whatsoever to the oil pan. After much research online it appears many other hyundai owners have the same leak from a crack in oil pan in exact same spot.…","quote_2_odi":"11729007","quote_2_text":"My oil pan cracked. I've never had any issues with oil pans until this one. Hyundai will not replace this under warranty.","quote_3_odi":"11632717","quote_3_text":"The part in question is the oil pan. An oil leak was identified at the place where I get my oil changed. The service center at the dealership informed me that there was a crack in the oil pan due to overtightening of the drain plug.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2019-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11635958","quote_1_text":"The exterior paint of my white 2019 Hyundai sonata has been peeling continuously in different places since 2023 when I bought it. The Hyundai dealer is aware of this problem but refuses to recall or give compensation for this problem.","quote_2_odi":"11703039","quote_2_text":"Factory paint on my 2019 Hyundai Sonata (white Z05 warranty) is peeling on metal panels. Hyundai acknowledges paint failure under the Z05 warranty extension and directed me to authorized repair shops.…","quote_3_odi":"11598682","quote_3_text":"Paint started chipping away from hood and roof 2 months after purchase I am the 2nd owner so warranty is voided","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2019-steering-off-center","label":"Steering return-to-center","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11716400","quote_1_text":"Steering will stay stuck in left or right position when turned slightly, a couple of inches. The wheel has to be jerked back to center. Vehicle will not go back to center. No lane assist of any kind are on. Excessive tire wear. Consistent issue especially when it's hot weather.…","quote_2_odi":"11742988","quote_2_text":"after the car is driven for a while in warm weather, the steering can feel sticky after doing a slight turn doing more than 30 MPH. It takes extra force to return the steering wheel to the straight/neutral position. It acts as though the steering wheel is stuck in this slight…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera black-screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11718357","quote_1_text":"Rear camera doesn’t work and is just a black screen. It started out intermittent and now doesn’t work at all","quote_2_odi":"11696513","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera malfunctioned, and there was no image of the rear of the vehicle displayed","quote_3_odi":"11664535","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that after shifting into reverse(R), the back over prevention camera screen temporarily displayed an image before the screen went black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749550","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low oil warning light illuminated. The contact added oil to the engine. The dealer was made aware of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11743992","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Hyundai Sonata 2.5L is experiencing excessive engine oil consumption. At approximately 88,063 miles, Great Lakes Hyundai documented that the engine oil level was 1.30 quarts below full after an oil-consumption check","quote_3_odi":"11720439","quote_3_text":"I have had my car since January of 2023 and I have had no significant issues. I bought the car with roughly 30,000 miles, fast forward to February of 2026 it has about 123,000 miles and the engine is burning oil very fast","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-fuel-tank-swelling","label":"Fuel tank swelling and expansion (recall 25V796000)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11651228","quote_1_text":"Service Campaign 9B1 That my gas tank has explanded/exploded due to the issue noted in the subject line. As you can see the whole bottom of the backseats have been raised up imcluding the part that connects to the gas tank itself","quote_2_odi":"11649335","quote_2_text":"Fuel system expanded back seat","quote_3_odi":"11618701","quote_3_text":"Gas tank replaced three times and failed each installation (excess pressure)leaked gas with riders in car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-hvac-blower-fuse-failure","label":"HVAC blower motor fuse box melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751988","quote_1_text":"Fan motor fuse box quit working and ac/heat no longer operational. First time was around October 21, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11746626","quote_2_text":"No air coming from cabin, upon further inspection found melted multifuse with melting terminal pin area in fuse box. No prior signs of warning, leaving vehicle without operable air condition for high temperatures","quote_3_odi":"11607388","quote_3_text":"Multi fuse controlling the A/C blower has burned out 3 times in the past year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and clear-coat failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11718241","quote_1_text":"White pain is pealing off and it’s pretty bad especially when going through car wash","quote_2_odi":"11706069","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Hyundai Sonata with factory-applied paint. The vehicle developed paint peeling/clear-coat failure on the driver-side rear quarter panel without any prior damage, accident, or repainting","quote_3_odi":"11522690","quote_3_text":"Exterior paint is peeling and stripping. Hood, doors, front and rear bumper, side skirts, and front lip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-passenger-airbag-cushion","label":"Passenger airbag disabled by seat cushion","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11351500","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG DOES NOT WORK IF PASSENGER USES A CUSHON OR A HEAVY COAT. DEALER SAID THEY CAN NOT CHANGE THIS I WAS TOLD TO CONTACK HYUNDAI","quote_2_odi":"11351683","quote_2_text":"MY PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK WITH A CUSHION.. I TRIED IT WITH NO CUSHION BUT WITH A LONG WINTER COAT AND THE IS NO AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11353115","quote_3_text":"I NEVER GOT WHAT I WANTED FROM HYUNDAI. I WAS TOLD THAT YOU CANNOT USE A CUSHION AND HAVE A PASSENGER AIRBAG.. I WENT UP TO CEO, STILL SAME ANSWER. I TRIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-steering-column-noise","label":"Steering column rubbing noise when turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11488279","quote_1_text":"2020 Sonata......Steering wheel has started to make a raspy, rubbing noise when turned. When researching this problem on U tube, it is apparently a fairly common problem with Hyundai vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11445451","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel makes whining/scrubbing noise when turning. Steering a vehicle is a critical component of safety and being able to avoid dangerous situations","quote_3_odi":"11366206","quote_3_text":"WHEN STEERING THERE IS A LOUD NOISE WHEN TURNING IN EITHER DIRECTION BE IT LEFT OR RIGHT, SOMETHING IS RUBBING IN THE STIRRING COLUMN, WITH THE STIRRING HAVING FOR TO MUCH PLAY ALL MOST TURNING COMPLETELY A FULL CIRCLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2020-sudden-deceleration-powertrain","label":"Sudden deceleration and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11658811","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Hyundai Sonata has a recurring defect in its engine or transmission, causing sudden deceleration to ~10 mph without warning, often on major highways, with warning lights (check engine, ESC, traction control, etc.) flashing seconds before the car decelerates","quote_2_odi":"11678997","quote_2_text":"My certified pre-owned 2020 Hyundai Sonata has experienced the same critical transmission failure three times since October 2024, creating dangerous safety conditions on highways and city streets","quote_3_odi":"11435942","quote_3_text":"Driving on the Interstate at 65mph the car suddenly goes down to 5mph. Unwanted deceleration! At the same time the dash warning lights come on. Check engine and ABS. This happened 3 times now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-ehrs-coolant-leak","label":"Exhaust Heat Recovery System coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11730992","quote_1_text":"The Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS) has failed for the second time on this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11727380","quote_2_text":"The internal core of the Exhaust Heat Recovery System (EHRS), part of the center muffler/front pipe assembly (#28600-L5210), suffered a catastrophic failure","quote_3_odi":"11719316","quote_3_text":"The EHRS coolant system failed and had a leak causing the coolant to be excessively burned off as thick white smoke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-electrical-component-failures","label":"Electrical system component failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11755451","quote_1_text":"The Left blinker switch keeps going in and out, working about 50% of the time","quote_2_odi":"11612820","quote_2_text":"Fuse box has a defect causing the AC blower motor to intermittently not work","quote_3_odi":"11534239","quote_3_text":"So for the past year and half my cars left turn signal has been working intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-fca-automatic-braking-malfunction","label":"Forward collision and automatic braking malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11679381","quote_1_text":"During a front end collision the car did not auto brake and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11520558","quote_2_text":"Vehicle in front of me stopped. Six car lengths between us. I applied brakes, nothing, I even put my left foot on top of my right foot","quote_3_odi":"11456267","quote_3_text":"I turned on a highway and had gotten my car up to 45 mph when a deer came out of nowhere and I slammed into it hard back on January 12th","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-fuel-tank-expansion-recall","label":"Fuel tank expansion under recall 25V796000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754791","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the fuel gauge indicated that the tank was half full","quote_2_odi":"11753027","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V796000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11729119","quote_3_text":"I was notified of a recall on my from vehicle by Hyundai via email some time in March of 2026. The message said mentioned my vehicle may have a defective/worn purge control check valve that would cause the fuel tank to deform","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-loss-of-power-stalling","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754136","quote_1_text":"Going down the road driving the car lost power and went in limp mode with no warnings on the dash at all!","quote_2_odi":"11546386","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power in the middle of the roadway and failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11642341","quote_3_text":"On 5 separate occasions the car has shut itself off while driving. After the first 2 times the car was taken to the dealership where they found nothing wrong and told us to replace the battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11752333","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving without any external impact","quote_2_odi":"11641851","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded on the highway with no one in-front of me to kick up any rocks or debris","quote_3_odi":"11526475","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the highway with my mom, no cracks in any of my windows before any of this by the way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11741226","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated transmission and Electronic Oil Pump (EOP) failures resulting in loss of propulsion, loss of acceleration, and transmission-related malfunctions","quote_2_odi":"11647714","quote_2_text":"My transmission on my 21 Hyundai sonata n line has failed. It began when the car needed to emergency brake when someone jump into my lane on the road","quote_3_odi":"11488803","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormally loud sounds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2021-windshield-cracking-recall","label":"Windshield cracking and recall repair delays","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11445226","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while traveling at highway speeds, a tiny pebble hit his windshield which caused a minor ding on the middle of the driver’s side windshield","quote_2_odi":"11448202","quote_2_text":"I have had my 2021 Hyundai Sonata LES for less than a year and am already having problems with the front windshield","quote_3_odi":"11678866","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding Hyundai’s Recall Campaign 216, which involves a safety defect related to the windshield assemblies of certain Hyundai vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-engine-overheating","label":"Engine overheating and ITMS failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-04 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11526894","quote_1_text":"Engine overheats under acceleration and fans run on high after car is shut off.","quote_2_odi":"11526905","quote_2_text":"My ITMS has failed. It’s happened 5 times now where My car will say it’s over heating and go into limp mode. Then within seconds it will act like nothing happened and drive normal. My fan runs constantly and my oil temp is always high…","quote_3_odi":"11526915","quote_3_text":"Engine overheating warning. Hyundai cannot properly diagnose the issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-engine-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2024-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11559134","quote_1_text":"2022 Sonata ; engine stops while driving without warning. After my Sonata stops; error message appears: auto stop is off; to restart engine shift to P or N","quote_2_odi":"11500216","quote_2_text":"Our 2022 Hyundai Sonata completely shuts down while driving. We purchased the vehicle in May 2022 and since then it has died over 10 times and has almost caused multiple accidents. We have 3 video footage that we have shown Hyundai corporate…","quote_3_odi":"11503065","quote_3_text":"My 2022 hyundai sonata sel completely shuts down while driving, most recently it happened twice in the middle of an intersection when I was trying to make a left turn it is very very scary and dangerous…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-fca-braking-no-obstacle","label":"Forward collision braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11504628","quote_1_text":"When backing up the vehicle we break when no objects are present. When stopped at a light, the vehicle will detect that cars are too close or will sense objects are around when nothing is around. The collision warning will sound at random times.","quote_2_odi":"11724526","quote_2_text":"I purchased the car new and three times since then, the latest last week, the automatic brakes kicked in briefly for no apparent reason. I feel that if a vehicle would have been directly behind me this could very well have caused an accident…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure with power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 -> 2025-12","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11585143","quote_1_text":"GDI fuel injectors are faulty and causing engine misfires in multiple cylinders.","quote_2_odi":"11706285","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Sonata has had to have its fuel injectors replaced two times in the 3 years I've had it. On 12/18/2025 My car started to become very slow and could not reach over 20mph, and started to smell like gasoline and shake slightly…","quote_3_odi":"11697227","quote_3_text":"I was driving the car home from Massachusetts when, after 6 hours of driving, the car started to shake and would not accelerate. It was also emitting a burning smell. I exited the highway and called for a tow truck…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-fuel-tank-swelling","label":"Fuel tank swelling and recall 25V796000 delay","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 -> 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11711052","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Hyundai Sonata Limited had a recall issued on the vehicle. I took my vehicle to a dealership and the recall issue was taken care for my fuel tank. Months after this issue was supposedly resolved, my fuel tank exploded and the car has been totaled.","quote_2_odi":"11744661","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s fuel tank system failed catastrophically. The vehicle is currently grounded and has been inspected at the Hyundai dealership service center where it was towed…","quote_3_odi":"11679597","quote_3_text":"The fuel tank expanded/swelled up causing frame damage to the vehicle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-loss-of-drive-power","label":"Loss of drive power under acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11503855","quote_1_text":"When driving on a highway and wanting to pass a car in front of me at around 70 mph, I depress the accelerate pedal, and the car suddenly lost the power and decrease the speed. I quickly floored the pedal, but nothing happened, nor did the tachometer revs up…","quote_2_odi":"11517823","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the street and I hit a car because I felt that I lost the control of the car momentarily and it happened as it is described on this recall - 22V746000: The vehicle's \"fail-safe\" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired…","quote_3_odi":"11498094","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V746000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2026-01","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11492068","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at a low speed pulling into a parking spot, the vehicle accelerated over two concrete stopping blocks and crashed into a parked unoccupied 2015 Toyota vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11709968","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking space at my church, same place I routinely parked. I was moving forward slowly with foot on brake alternating lifting foot to move forward until I was all the way in. As I lifted my foot from the brake, the car suddenly accelerated forward…","quote_3_odi":"11693710","quote_3_text":"While driving around 20 mph my cars rpms will rev and my car will take off then my automatic breaks will kick on and today around [XXX] I was going under 25 mph and there was a car in-front of me and it really scared me…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"EHRS coolant leak causing engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737251","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the message \"Engine Overheated\" displayed","quote_2_odi":"11704347","quote_2_text":"My car was having an issue where it was losing all the coolant, causing my engine to overheat twice while driving down the highway","quote_3_odi":"11700476","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a serious coolant system defect on my 2023 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid with about 13,500 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning or braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11574876","quote_1_text":"This is the 3rd time it happened to me. I was driving on the highway at speed 60-70 and a flash came across my dash that said emergency brake warning and my car started slowing down","quote_2_odi":"11622850","quote_2_text":"During snow and icing conditions the forward collision radar in the logo gets covered up and becomes inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11497956","quote_3_text":"On a highway cruising at 70mph with the ACC (Adaptive Cruise Control ) on and following distance set at max a car from another lane turned into my lane and then continued to an off ramp","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-fuel-injector-stall","label":"Fuel injector failure causing sudden loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11554363","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started to shake, and the vehicle lost motive power","quote_2_odi":"11525029","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to approximately 30 MPH and stalled","quote_3_odi":"11672238","quote_3_text":"Failed fuel injector caused 3rd cylinder misfire car only has 30,000 miles I'm the second owner I've only had it 2 weeks and this issue happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-fuel-tank-pressure-defect","label":"Fuel tank pressure and swelling defect","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11697927","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the fuel mileage abnormally increased from 320 to approximately 431","quote_2_odi":"11641315","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a loud sound coming from the rear end underneath the floorboard like a part slamming on the undercarriage of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11721116","quote_3_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding Recall 25V-796 (Hyundai Recall 286)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-transmission-neutral-limp","label":"Transmission shift to neutral or park while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744098","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission shifted into neutral(N) and failed to shift into park or drive on three occasions","quote_2_odi":"11716374","quote_2_text":"At least 8 times when driving the car the transmission switches from the drive “d” position to the park “p” position and I have to cut off the car and then restart","quote_3_odi":"11546820","quote_3_text":"Transmission goes into limp mode Please note this is an N line and shift points are low taking off from a light vehicle goes into limp mode in first 150' cars to the rear almost ran into the back of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2023-unintended-accel-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11542119","quote_1_text":"My concern is a potential unintended acceleration forward as. I was. parking vechicle. Sudden burst of speed, went thru shrubbery and off a 2 foot wall","quote_2_odi":"11718993","quote_2_text":"Car was parked, full stop, doors shut, seatbelt on. Foot on brake. Car then seemed to lurch forward by itself forward hitting parking cement block","quote_3_odi":"11724237","quote_3_text":"Was at a stand still in a parking space/lot I know well. Cautious driver, watch my speed, very aware of other drivers, quick reaction time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates without collision","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11610511","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to complete a left turn, the Forward Collision Avoidance system abruptly activated, applying Automatic Emergency Braking, bringing the vehicle to a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11739988","quote_2_text":"We were backing up and leaving a parking space when the emergency braking system overrode our driving and forced a stop. This has happened many times, once while turning at a red light (which we had the right-of-way) and our car stopped on the middle of the intersection","quote_3_odi":"11706951","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's emergency brack system is malfunctioning. There have been several instances where the car's emergency brack went on while no coalition was going to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-bumper-bracket-detachment","label":"Front and rear bumper bracket detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11600613","quote_1_text":"Front left bumper panel needs to be clipped down/manufactured better. Keeps/stays popped out. Pushing it in does not work. Multiple other 2024 Sonata drivers having similar issues","quote_2_odi":"11602378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated while cleaning the vehicle, he became aware that the front bumper had detached. The contact stated that the rear bumper had also detached","quote_3_odi":"11620012","quote_3_text":"The front and rear bumpers of the 2024 Hyundai Sonata have an issue with the bumper brackets. The defective bumper brackets are causing many people's front and rear bumpers to pop out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-camera-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward-camera driver assistance system malfunctions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11696258","quote_1_text":"In morning dew/foggy winshield, the systems will disable easily. You get pop ups such as: Inattentive Driving Disabled, Camera Obscured. And forward collision warning disabled, camera obscured","quote_2_odi":"11637870","quote_2_text":"The automatic high beams feature seems to work through the camera by the rearview mirror","quote_3_odi":"11660630","quote_3_text":"There is a driver attention warning feature in the 2024-2025 Hyaundai vehicles that can not be turned off. They were able to be turned off in previous models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-electrical-blackout","label":"Momentary electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11617451","quote_1_text":"This has happened three or four times now while I have been driving. While driving, my electrical system will \"black out\"/\"power down\"/\"shut off.\" Everything on my dashboard turns off/goes black. My lights turn off","quote_2_odi":"11716388","quote_2_text":"While driving the dashboard headlights and all safety systems shut off for a brief period and then reset and if driving at night this leaves you completely in the dark till the system resets","quote_3_odi":"11698469","quote_3_text":"I was sold a 2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL and while driving on the road multiple times the car completely shut off. By this all lights inside AND outside the car turned off (Headlights, interior lights and all) car was still rolling and I pulled over each time as all systems rebooted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-horn-inoperable","label":"Horn fails to sound when activated","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11686197","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Sonata. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle the horn had become inoperable and no audible sound occurred while pressed","quote_2_odi":"11734589","quote_2_text":"The horn on my vehicle completely stop working. There were no alert messages and I found out that it wasn't working when I needed to use it","quote_3_odi":"11725462","quote_3_text":"Additionally, on two separate occasions, the horn was inoperable, and the anti-collision warning light illuminated while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-hvac-control-malfunction","label":"Climate control mode and temperature settings malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747323","quote_1_text":"Intermittent issue. On startup, the hvac system cycles through the modes and gets stuck blowing on mixed mode (face and feet) regardless of what mode is selected","quote_2_odi":"11721888","quote_2_text":"Since I purchased the vehicle new, the HVAC controls have never functioned properly. The A/C engages with the button off; this issue is only temporary solved by turning the button on and off again","quote_3_odi":"11741415","quote_3_text":"Bluelink remote start with climate control is defective. When initiated, the vehicle starts but the climate control system comes on in the OFF state and does not apply the saved preset, including front and rear defroster settings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-speedometer-inaccuracy","label":"Speedometer reads inaccurate vehicle speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11615185","quote_1_text":"The vehicle speedometer is occasionally 5mph off. When I first get into the vehicle after it’s been sitting for a while and drive around, the speedometer works perfectly","quote_2_odi":"11628181","quote_2_text":"I recently bought a brand new Hyundai (VIN provided) and the speedometer intermittently is inaccurate. Maybe 50% of the time, which I would argue is less safe since I can’t reliably tell what my speed is","quote_3_odi":"11663368","quote_3_text":"I have gone 3 times to dealer because speedometer was off. They confirmed that the speedometer was off but they couldn't do anything about it. They told me that for this car, there is no VSS and the speedometer gets the speed from the navigation system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"hyundai-sonata-2024-unintended-accel-decel","label":"Unintended acceleration, deceleration, or jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720493","quote_1_text":"Sudden loss of acceleration. This occurred while making a left turn across traffic from a stop. At approximately 7mph the car would not accelerate any further. I was luckily able to coast the vehicle into a center turn lane","quote_2_odi":"11665119","quote_2_text":"Vehicle suddenly accelerated after pulling out of store parking lot at low speed into side street behind vehicle stopped at light (less than a car length in front) while pressing hard on brake","quote_3_odi":"11673554","quote_3_text":"After a dealer-installed software update on my 2024 Hyundai Sonata sel awd, the car began jerking during acceleration and shifting. This happens at low and moderate speeds and creates an unsafe hesitation, especially in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-12v-battery-drain-lockout","label":"12V auxiliary battery drain and vehicle lockout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-03 → 2026-04-23","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733182","quote_1_text":"On April 8, 2026, I returned to my brand-new 2025 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Limited  (purchased as a new ccar on February 10th 2026)_after being away from March 31 to April 6, 2026 (approximately 7 days of normal parking). The vehicle was completely…","quote_2_odi":"11645912","quote_2_text":"The 12 v battery drains repeatedly causing the car to be without power . Requires opening the car with a manual key . Happens within as little of 3 days of not being driven . Dealer stated battery was without issues has continued to occur","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-backup-camera-signal-failure","label":"Backup camera signal loss and screen errors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-24 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746271","quote_1_text":"On Feb. 10, 2026, my Sonata began showing a blue screen on the infotainment screen when the vehicle was in reverse. The blue screen contained the message \"Incoming Camera Signal Error. Please try again later.\"","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-brake-noise-feel-inconsistency","label":"Brake pedal feel, noise, and inconsistency","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08-05 → 2026-06-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726347","quote_1_text":"Since early in my ownership, I have experienced a persistent and recurring squealing noise that occurs specifically when releasing the brake pedal after a short stop, and when transitioning from braking to acceleration. This is not an intermittent or weather/humidity-related…","quote_2_odi":"11738622","quote_2_text":"the car has two issues. brake issue (gas pedal is soft and sinks) and engine power ( gas pedal is soft and not responsive) Brakes are soft and spongy some times and sometimes hard. even you push the brake pedal twice or three time it takes long distance to stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-inattentive-driving-warning-alerts","label":"Inattentive driving warning alert frequency and non-disable","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06-12 → 2025-10-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670978","quote_1_text":"The Inattentive Driving Warning goes off excessively, causing distraction even in heavy traffic. Over a 2 hour drive, the Inattentive Driving Warning would alert approximately every 30 minutes regardless of traffic or driving conditions","quote_2_odi":"11666576","quote_2_text":"The dash warning \"Consider Taking A Break\" fires off randomly.  This is a distraction as when I'm in traffic, driving well within my lane, no sudden changes, it will alert and I look down as I assume there may be a more serious problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-panoramic-sunroof-glass-fracture","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous fracture","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02-28 → 2026-05-21","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739406","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof/front movable glass panel on my Hyundai Sonata N Line appeared to spontaneously shatter while driving on the highway. Weather conditions were clear and normal at the time of the incident. There was no traffic around the vehicle, no bridges or overhead…","quote_2_odi":"11721199","quote_2_text":"Driving home and heard what sounded like a gun shot. Upon arriving home we found the moonroof glass had exploded/shattered. Took pictures/video to document. Found online that there have been reports of similar instances happening dating back to 2011 and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-speedometer-inaccuracy","label":"Speedometer display inaccuracy","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-14 → 2025-04-19","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655652","quote_1_text":"Speedometer display inaccurate speed. Sometimes its shows 1-4mph miles more than the actual speed and other times 6-8mph.  Verified issue with sonar system from different truck, street speed limit screen and own gps","quote_2_odi":"11630751","quote_2_text":"My speedometer doesn’t match my actual speed u had my passenger measure the speed by timing the trip from one mile marker to the next and it doesn’t match the stated speed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Sonata","model_slug":"sonata","cluster_id":"sonata-2025-transmission-power-stall","label":"Transmission jerk, stall, and power delivery hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-02 → 2026-06-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741548","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk upon depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. In addition, the contact stated that on multiple occasions while turning into a parking lot,  the vehicle's collision avoidance system would…","quote_2_odi":"11743044","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is stalling in the acceleration process. I can feel and hear the stall by the air conditioner going out or fading out when it happens while driving. Pressing the gas and it barely moves at times. Makes a noise now while running","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/sonata","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11550275","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that when she started the vehicle, the driver's side air bag warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10650771","quote_2_text":"I WAS JUST DRIVING NORMAL SPEED AND MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND STAYED ON. I WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND INFORMED ME MY DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG CLOCK SPRING IS FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall parts unavailable for brake repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11568011","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11578309","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000(Service Brakes, hydraulic ); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-door-lock-latch-malfunction","label":"Door lock and latch actuator malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11461883","quote_1_text":"Door actuators are not working so the locks only work on two of the five doors. Safety and security of the passengers is at risk","quote_2_odi":"11074871","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT LOCK. THE ELECTRONIC LOCKING SYSTEM ON THE DOORS STARTED CLICKING, WHEN I STOPPED AND PUT THE CAR IN PARK. I WAS ABLE TO GET THE OTHER DOORS TO LOCK, BUT THE RIGHT DOOR STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-engine-oil-stall","label":"Engine oil loss and unexpected stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11502381","quote_1_text":"The engine ran out of oil completely with no leaks no nothing and never had a light come on to show low oil or engine issues","quote_2_odi":"11377062","quote_2_text":"OIL PUMP WENT OUT AND DESTROYED THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-grinding-brakes-abs-light","label":"Grinding brake noise with ABS warning light","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10453046","quote_1_text":"2010 HYUNDAI TUCSON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO BRAKE PROBLEMS *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED FOR OVER A YEAR, HE AND HIS WIFE HAVE EXPERIENCED A GIRDING AND GRATING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE WAS APPLIED","quote_2_odi":"11642987","quote_2_text":"So, I was told I needed a new switch. AutoNation never let me explain any of this, they cut me off anytime I tried to explain it. So, last January 2024, the switch was fixed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-shift-lever-stuck","label":"Shift lever stuck or unable to engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10542988","quote_1_text":"CAR WOULD NOT GO INTO GEAR - DASHBOARD ABS LIGHT, TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ETC ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10555350","quote_2_text":"I WAS AT A GAS STATION AND POSITIONING MY VEHICLE FOR FUELING. THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER GOT STUCK AND I COULDN'T MOVE IT TO ANYWHERE BUT NEUTRAL. DURING THIS TIME THE ESC AND DOWNHILL BRAKE CONTROL LIGHTS WERE ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10713173","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE RPM GAUGE INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO DIFFERENT GEARS WITHOUT BEING PROMPTED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10597798","quote_2_text":"MY PROBLEM WITH THIS TUCSON IS IN REGARDS OF \"SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION\". IT SPORADICALLY, ON AN ALMOST DAILY BASIS WE EXPERIENCE \"SUA\" FOLLOWED BY IMMEDIATELY LOSES POWER AND ACCELERATION EVERY TIME IT'S DRIVEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2010-transmission-downshift-lurch","label":"Transmission downshift with clunk and lurch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10854391","quote_1_text":"WHEN TRAVELING AT ABOUT 35-40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SOMETIMES DOES NOT ENGAGE WHEN TRYING TO AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT TO THE NEXT GEAR. THIS CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE ALL ACCELERATION AND ESSENTIALLY PUTS THE VEHICLE INTO A COAST","quote_2_odi":"10332306","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN DOWNSHIFTING WITH LOUD CLUNK AND LURCHING OF VEHICLE AT 35 MPH. FELT AS IF I HAD BEEN HIT FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. INSTINCTIVELY HIT THE BRAKES AND PULLED OVER TO CHECK FOR EXTERIOR DAMAGE, AND FOUND NONE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-brake-line-recall-delay","label":"Brake line corrosion recall repair delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11557299","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The ABS, the Hill Descent, and an unknown warning light were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11583094","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11638751","quote_3_text":"Happened to be driving our car (11/23/25) to drop off our other car for brake pad replacement. On the way to our mechanic the brake light came on in the dash cluster","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-engine-oil-leak-failure","label":"Engine oil-pan seal leak leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11534156","quote_1_text":"The contact called on behalf of his mother who owns a 2011 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that his mother received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V063000 (Engine and Engine cooling)","quote_2_odi":"11271483","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V063000 (ENGINE, AND ENGINE COOLING)","quote_3_odi":"11048764","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED. THE DEALER (TAMARON HYUNDAI, 1595 MONTGOMERY HY, BIRMINGHAM, AL 35216) AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER, THE ENGINE WAS \"THROWING A ROD\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-shift-lever-wont-park-esc","label":"Shift lever fails to engage park with ESC light","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10511497","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC TO AND FROM WORK (AM/PM) THE DBC (DOWNHILL BRAKE CONTROL) AND ESC (ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL) INDICATOR LIGHTS WILL TURN ON AND REMAIN ON UNTIL I STOP AND TURN OFF THE IGNITION","quote_2_odi":"10914860","quote_2_text":"OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY, BUT ON A MORE FREQUENT BASIS NOW, THE SHIFTER BECOMES BLOCKED AND THE CAR CAN'T BE PUT IN PARK. BOTH STABILITY CONTROL AND DOWN HILL LIGHTS COME ON DURING THAT TIME","quote_3_odi":"10504783","quote_3_text":"COMMENT: I HAVE BROUGHT IN MY TUCSON FOR THE CLUNKING TRANSMISSION ISSUE 5 TIMES NOW. EACH RETURN TO THE SERVICE CENTER RESULTS IN A CANNOT DUPLICATE RESPONSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof and rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10702749","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70MPH DOWN A HIGHWAY WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. GLASS SPRAYED ALL OVER THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR AND WITH ENOUGH FORCE TO EMBED INTO THE CENTER CONSOLE","quote_2_odi":"10649244","quote_2_text":"I WAS HEADING SOUTHEAST (INBOUND) ON HIGHWAY 290. IT WAS CLEAR, ROADS WERE DRY, AND NO DEBRIS IN THE ROAD. I HAD MY 16-YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WITH ME. I WAS DRIVING AND SHE WAS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"10403751","quote_3_text":"REAR WINDOW OF 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON SHATTERED SPONTANEOUSLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and flat failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2012-09","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10437733","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON EQUIPPED WITH KUMHO SOLUS KL21 TIRES, SIZE: 225/60R17. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH WHEN THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE FAILED AND BLEW FROM THE SIDEWALL. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A WALL","quote_2_odi":"10476493","quote_2_text":"WE WERE HEADING OUT ON VACATION FROM AKRON, OHIO WHEN THE DASHBOARD LOW AIR PRESSURE TIRE LIGHT CAME ON DURING OUR TRIP. WE EXITED OFF AT THE NEXT EXIT FOR GAS AND TO ADD AIR TO THE REAR TIRE","quote_3_odi":"10462793","quote_3_text":"I HAD BOTH REAR TIRES GO FLAT WITHIN 10 MINUTES AND ONE OF THE TREADS CAME OFF. MY CONCERN IS THE SAFETY OF THE KUMHO TIRES AND NOT GETTING ANY ANSWERS FROM THEIR COMPANY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2011-transmission-cooling-line-failure","label":"Transmission cooling line failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11413067","quote_1_text":"THE RUBBER TRANSMISSION COOLING LINES BROKE AT 55 MPH ON RT 81S AND INSTANTLY BLEW THE TRANSMISSION. MY VEHICLE IS THE EXACT MAKE, MODEL AND YEAR OF THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN 16V05700","quote_2_odi":"10877169","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"10846014","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI TUCSON. WITHOUT WARNING, THE VEHICLE GRADUALLY REDUCED SPEED AND AN INTERNAL FRACTURE OCCURRED WITH THE TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2012-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake fluid leak recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11677502","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11591639","quote_2_text":"I received a recall notice from Hyundai 11-06-23 on my 4 door Tucson has a brake leak problem which could cause brake failure and fire. It also stated to not park my vehicle in the garage","quote_3_odi":"11556391","quote_3_text":"I am very concerned that our recall has not yet been rectified. Nobody should have to drive a car that can leak brake fluid internally and cause the engine to catch fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2012-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11384285","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING NOISE AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. IT WAS RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11433709","quote_2_text":"The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road and open the hood and saw fire coming from the engine. The contact back up and waited for police to come out to assist. The fire extinguished on its own","quote_3_odi":"11222384","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, HE HEARD AN EXPLOSION IN THE ENGINE AND THE POWER BRAKES STOPPED WORKING. THE ENTIRE PANEL ILLUMINATED AND THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2012-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":113,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11736110","quote_1_text":"Engine started knocking luckily I was right by my mechanics place. They said needs new engine. Not to drive as a rod might go right through the engine. Only 98000 miles on it. Maintenance always done on time","quote_2_odi":"11071823","quote_2_text":"HYUNDAI TUCSON THETA-II ENGINE FAILURE. MY TUCSON EXPERIENCED SUDDEN ONSET OIL PROBLEMS OVERNIGHT. I PARKED THE CAR ON THURSDAY NIGHT IN MY DRIVEWAY, EVERYTHING WAS FINE. FRIDAY MORNING WHEN I TURNED IT ON THE OIL LIGHT WAS ON","quote_3_odi":"11582504","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the road way and the entire engine seized. I had to glide over to the side of the roadway and call AAA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2012-rear-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Rear door lock and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11540883","quote_1_text":"There are several issues with the rear doors. It started when the rear doors would not respond to being unlocked by the key fob. Then the rear hatch would not open without the back doors being unlocked first, which required (the rear doors) to be opened manually","quote_2_odi":"11298577","quote_2_text":"THE LEFT REAR DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM OUTSIDE HANDLE OR INSIDE HANDLE. UNLOCKING FROM THE KEY FOB OR DRIVERS DOOR CONTROL OR THE LOCK ON THE REAR DOOR PANEL DOES NOT WORK. WE CAN NOT IN ANY WAY OPEN THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11430846","quote_3_text":"Driver side front and rear doors will not lock or unlock while using the switch that locks and unlocks the doors from the inside of the car. The remote will lock and unlock all of the doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2013-abs-recall-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire during ABS recall repair delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11624040","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the dealer had previously repaired the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the failure occurred 72 miles after the recall was repaired. The contact stated that while","quote_2_odi":"11556984","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, all warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel, at which point the contact observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, prompting him to pull to the shoulder","quote_3_odi":"11562138","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2013-abs-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Delayed recall repair with ABS module part unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11555833","quote_1_text":"On September 22 2023, I checked to see if my car had a recall item on it, and there is a recall involving the antilock brake system. After 2 months the resolution is the following “REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE.OWNERS CAN CONTINUE DRIVING THESE VEHICLES; HOWEVER, HYUNDAI RECOMMENDS","quote_2_odi":"11571075","quote_2_text":"On 9/26/23 Recall #23V651000 was issued for my 2013 Hyundai Tucson. As of 2/9/24 the remedy is not available. How long does NHTSA give the auto maker to remedy the recall? Four months, to me, seems plenty of time to fix the problem","quote_3_odi":"11732950","quote_3_text":"Dear NHTSA, I am the owner of a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. On March 28, 2026, my husband took our vehicle to Keyes Hyundai Van Nuys dealership for a recall repair. However, the repair was not completed because a required part (brake fuse) was not available and had to be ordered. It","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2013-connecting-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine failure from connecting rod bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11733552","quote_1_text":"On Monday, [XXX], I was traveling northbound on [XXX] headed towards Roanoke from Salem at an approximate speed of 65 MPH. At approximately mile marker [XXX], before the exit to [XXX] , the vehicle started to lose power rapidly, and the car began to go into what I perceived as","quote_2_odi":"11606708","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was serviced under Technical Service Bulletin: 22-01-028H-1. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH the following day, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning","quote_3_odi":"11479262","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the freeway and my engine started making a knowing sound. Then my car died. I pulled over to the side and couldn't even brake and I had to put the emergency brake on. Then when I tried to start my car it made a loud screeching noise from the engine so I turned","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2013-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Door will not open from inside or outside handle","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11574958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side door latch failed to unlock from outside the vehicle. Additionally, the passenger’s side rear door latch failed to unlock from inside or outside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11438384","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side door would not open from either the inside or the outside of the vehicle without warning. The contact also stated that the trunk latch had once failed to open as needed without warning","quote_3_odi":"11485859","quote_3_text":"Drivers side rear door. Quit opening by either outside or inside handle. Tried repeated locking unlocking, hitting door outside and inside. Safety issue as my wife in a wheelchair must ride in back seat. Now cannot get door open","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2013-transmission-shudder-hesitation","label":"Transmission shudder, hesitation, and slipping between gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11665309","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving and exceeding 30 MPH, the transmission was slipping out of gear. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer located in Canada, where it was diagnosed that the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11598658","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of a failure with the transmission. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and shuddered while attempting to change gear. There was no warning light","quote_3_odi":"11551315","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled an anti-freeze odor throughout the vehicle. The contact then stated that the vehicle inadvertently decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2014-abs-recall-repair-delay","label":"ABS module recall repair delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11506238","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS, DBC, and ESC warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer performed the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service","quote_2_odi":"11491123","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet","quote_3_odi":"11470476","quote_3_text":"Hyundai Motor Company, the manufacturer of my 2014 Tuscon, has exceeded a reasonable amount of time to provide a remedy for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V056000 (recall 218). According to documents published on the NHTSA website, investigations relating to this recall have been","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2014-battery-drains-overnight","label":"Battery drains during short periods of non-use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11055919","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS DEAD BATTERY WHEN SITTING A COUPLE DAYS SINCE DAY ONE FROM NEW (2014). BEEN TO SHOP (DEALER) NUMEROUS TIMES WITHOUT ANY IMPROVEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10980190","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE SITS IDLE FOR TWO OR THREE DAYS AND THE BATTERY IS TOTALLY DRAINED. THE DEALER HAS HAD THE VEHICLE TWICE AND CANNOT FIND A SOLUTION. THE BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED TWICE WITH NO SOLUTION. OTHER OWNERS HAVE REPORTED THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11267055","quote_3_text":"BATTERY IS BEING DRAINED. CAR IS A 2014 AND ON IT'S 3RD BATTERY WITH THE LAST BATTERY ONLY LASTING 18 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2014-fuel-line-leak-gas-odor","label":"Fuel line leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11682766","quote_1_text":"The high pressure fuel line began leaking gasoline after warrantee replacement of engine","quote_2_odi":"11644622","quote_2_text":"Engine sputtering before turning on and strong gas smell throughout vehicle and near engine","quote_3_odi":"10970004","quote_3_text":"STAINLESS STEEL FUEL TUBE REPLACED FOR SECOND TIME IN 15 MONTHS; FIRST TIME WHEN ENGINE BLEW (PISTON CAME APART) AND SECOND TIME 2 DAYS AFTER ROUTINE MAINTENANCE PERFORMED AT DEALERSHIP (EFI SERVICE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2014-rear-door-wont-open","label":"Rear passenger door lock failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11450953","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side door could not be opened, while the front passenger’s side door could only be opened from inside the vehicle. The contact was not aware of any warning light had illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11426350","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger door will not open from inside or out. Door locks appear to be functioning correctly. Cannot remove door panel to repair while door closed","quote_3_odi":"11710366","quote_3_text":"I AM THE ORIGINAL OWNER OF THIS 2014 HYUNDAI TUCSON. IN AUGUST 2025 I NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS SEIZED. THIS MEANT THE DOOR COULD NOT BE OPENED FROM THE INSIDE, OUTSIDE OR REMOTELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2014-theta-ii-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knock, stall, and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11732367","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal ticking sound. While accelerating, the sound level increased. The contact stated that the failure was related to the engine warranty extension TXXM","quote_2_odi":"11300687","quote_2_text":"I GOT MY 2014 HYUNDAI TUCSON NEW, ON NOVEMBER 1,2019 AT 96K MILES, IT DIED WHILE I WAS DRIVING IT! I HAD JUST EXITED THE 70 MPH HIGHWAY AND WAS ON THE SIDE STREET GOING 40 MPH. THIS ENGINE IS THE THETA 2 THAT HAS BEEN RECALLED IN MILLIONS OF OTHER VEHICLES FOR CATCHING ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11486166","quote_3_text":"2014 Hyundai Tucson bought used with 20,781 original miles in November 2021, thru an estate sale. On December 01, 2021, took the vehicle to dealer for analysis on an engine knocking noise that would not go away by driving it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2015-abs-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"ABS module recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477982","quote_1_text":"They have been sending me notices for months now saying that my car could catch fire...even when parked but cannot come up with a resolution. I have to keep my car outside and take a risk every time I have to drive it","quote_2_odi":"11463509","quote_2_text":"I own a 2015 Hyundai Tucson and was notified by letter of the Safety Recall, Campaign 218 for the defect on the ABS system and campaign 966 for a software update","quote_3_odi":"11470597","quote_3_text":"There is an open safety recall on my vehicle, which has been in place since February 2, 2022. At this time, Hyundai has advised that they have no remedy and don't know when they WILL have one","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2015-door-wont-open","label":"Door failing to open from inside or outside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11436293","quote_1_text":"Rear passenger door handle stopped working. Door locks and unlocks but the door won't open. This is a serious safety issue that could lead to entrapment of a passenger","quote_2_odi":"11506026","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the rear driver’s and passenger’s side doors failed to open from the inside and outside of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11417514","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, SHE BECAME AWARE THAT THE DRIVER’S SIDE DOOR FAILED TO UNLOCK FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11330367","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS SON WAS DRIVING ABOUT 55 MPH, A NOISE WAS HEARD AND ANOTHER DRIVER ALERTED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SMOKING","quote_2_odi":"11419653","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was being driven and was alerted that smoke was emerging from the engine and then a pop was heard, car was pulled to the side and shut off","quote_3_odi":"11155753","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY FRIDAY 11/23/2018 AT ABOUT 3:30 PM. THE NEXT DAY, SAT, 11/24/2018 ABOUT 12:45, A BOY BANGED ON THE FRONT DOOR OF THE HOUSE AND TOLD WIFE THE CAR WAS ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2015-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stall or seizure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712080","quote_1_text":"At the time of engine failure, my husband was on the offramp between 140N and 24N at approximately 8:30pm. This ramp is under construction and narrow, but state troopers stopped and were able to push the car to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11473092","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle suddenly went into a limp mode and had a flashing check engine light. The vehicle was in limp mode for approximately a half mile prior to having complete engine failure and shutting off completely","quote_3_odi":"11396270","quote_3_text":"COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE AT ONLY 47,000 MILES! WHILE DRIVING MY ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON AND I CAN TELL I WAS LOOSING POWER, I HEARD A \"KNOCKING\" SOUND SO I PULLED OVER AND ALL OF MY LIGHTS COME ON MY DASH AND THE CAR IS DEAD!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530158","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that after reaching 100,000 miles, the vehicle started consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_2_odi":"11512037","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that 2-quarts of engine oil was added every other week. The contact stated the vehicle was consuming 8-quarts every month without evidence of an oil leak","quote_3_odi":"11397576","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS CONSUMING OIL - APPROXIMATELY 1 QUART PER EVERY 300 - 500 MILES. A REPAIR SHOP SAID THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE ENGINE AND TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2016-dct-hesitation-stall","label":"Dual-clutch transmission hesitation and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1614,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11743723","quote_1_text":"The vehicle severely shudders, jerks, and hesitates from a stop and while making a turn, during both acceleration and deceleration, making it entirely unsafe to drive. The vehicle has been completely un-driveable for the past 6 days","quote_2_odi":"11723654","quote_2_text":"The transmission began slipping and hesitating within days of purchase. The vehicle intermittently fails to accelerate when pressing the gas pedal, especially when pulling into traffic or crossing intersections","quote_3_odi":"11607608","quote_3_text":"Vehicle started to shake and lost acceleration. Gave engine Code P073F Unable to engage gear 1. Hyundai shows Recall Campaign for this issue but dealer refuses to acknowledge it, and says it needs new transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2016-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch and actuator failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1614,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11747224","quote_1_text":"All the door locks and actuators/latches are failing. Hyundai claims there is no recall for it, and the price for one door repair is $1384... This is a safety issue since the passenger in the rear seat could not get out in an emergency!","quote_2_odi":"11745908","quote_2_text":"Within the last month, the passenger side front door will no longer open from the outside even if the door is unlocked. The driver must lean over to open the passenger door from the inside","quote_3_odi":"11726847","quote_3_text":"I had ANOTHER door latch lock assembly fail on my 2016 Hyundai Tucson. There was a TSB for this issue that the dealership said expired for my vehicle three months ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2016-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1614,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11749884","quote_1_text":"The engine is failing at 128,000 miles. The car is burning so much oil that it is impossible to drive more than 500 miles without the oil running dry. The problem has been inspected by the Hyundai dealership nearest me","quote_2_odi":"11747780","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden and severe loss of motive power accompanied by a loud, catastrophic internal knocking sound from the engine compartment","quote_3_odi":"11735304","quote_3_text":"The engine in this 2016 Hyundai Tucson has experienced progressive failure symptoms consistent with the known rod bearing defect covered under Hyundai's engine warranty extension campaign","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2016-vacuum-pump-warning-lights","label":"Dashboard warning lights with vacuum pump fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1614,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11752545","quote_1_text":"All the warning lights in the day lit up. Brake, LDWS, AEB, outside air temperature won’t read and the a/c blows hot. $486 to diagnose at dealer and they state that it’s an electrical issue due to a bad vacuum pump","quote_2_odi":"11731943","quote_2_text":"Took vehicle to dealership and had it diagnosed for the electrical system faults cause all the dashboard warning lights came on. Shop said it could be bad vacuum pump","quote_3_odi":"11672809","quote_3_text":"While driving I noticed my ABS, Traction Control, AEB, and a couple of other lights came on. Upon restarting my car it was still there but the lights went away on their own after a few minutes of driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2016-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator and motor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1614,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11729862","quote_1_text":"Three power window regulators have failed on my 2016 Hyundai Tucson within a six-month period. The front driver and front passenger windows both failed first and required replacement","quote_2_odi":"11715692","quote_2_text":"Window regulator and motor have failed due to plastic gears stripping out. I have replaced my two front windows in 2024 at $1063 a window","quote_3_odi":"11659159","quote_3_text":"The window regulator for 3 of the 4 windows have failed, the first at approx. 80,000 miles, the second two at 113,000 miles. The windows were not being operated when the component failed and just randomly opened while driving and could not be closed via the switch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Repeat catalytic converter replacement after oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11743126","quote_1_text":"Catalytic converter has now failed twice with only 105,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11680246","quote_2_text":"My car has been consuming large amounts of oil and as a result has had two catalytic converters replaced. Twice now we have been disabled on the highway due to aggressively poor engine performance","quote_3_odi":"11745682","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The catalytic converter was replaced; however, the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-dct-hesitation-from-stop","label":"Dual-clutch transmission hesitation pulling away from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11688532","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Hyundai Tucson Limited 1.6L Turbo (with 7-speed EcoShift DCT) has ongoing transmission problems. The vehicle hesitates, jolts, and sometimes fails to accelerate from a stop, which creates a serious safety risk when entering traffic or crossing intersections","quote_2_odi":"11683247","quote_2_text":"I own a 2017 Hyundai Tucson with the dual-clutch transmission. For months I experienced serious hesitation and sputtering when accelerating from a stop or low speed","quote_3_odi":"11633518","quote_3_text":"There is an intermittent problem with the transmission. It’s impossible to predict when the transmission will slip. When navigating traffic, it has happened multiple times trying to pull out across oncoming traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-engine-knock-rod-bearing","label":"Engine knocking and connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11729737","quote_1_text":"Knocking noise in motor and metal flakes in the oil. Called local dealership. They report no recalls for this issue","quote_2_odi":"11748995","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an abnormal knocking sound was heard coming from under the hood, and the RPMs independently increased. The \"Check Engine Oil\" warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11650106","quote_3_text":"Engine failed at 137,000 miles. The vehicle is available for inspection. The engine failed while driving with no warning lights, or indications that anything was wrong. It started with a knock that gradually got worse and worse over the course of 5 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11662120","quote_1_text":"There is an excessive engine oil consumption on the 1.6L turbo charged motor. Motor oil is completely depleted between recommended oil changes. It is a necessary to add roughly 1qt of oil per 1,000 miles driven, between oil changes, in order to maintain safe oil levels","quote_2_odi":"11726435","quote_2_text":"About every 500 miles I have to add about a quart of oil. I brought my car to McDaniels Subaru for maintenance on my car. My son is a master tech there and I know he is very thorough","quote_3_odi":"11724695","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. During frequent oil checks, the oil on the dipstick was low soon after an oil change. The vehicle was taken to the dealer approximately 15 times for oil consumption issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Loss of motive power and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11745847","quote_1_text":"While traveling on the highway the car began to lose speed rapidly until coming to a complete stop, no warning lights were present prior","quote_2_odi":"11711656","quote_2_text":"Engine lost power suddenly on the highway. Vehicle entered limp mode and became limited to 45MPH and reduced acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11682202","quote_3_text":"While driving to work on I-26 in the far left lane at approximately 55 mph, my vehicle suddenly and completely shut off without warning. The engine power was lost instantly, forcing the car to come to an abrupt stop in live interstate traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11712257","quote_1_text":"Was driving on a Highway doing approx. 65-70mph within 30 minutes of the 1hr and 1/2 drive I had lost complete POWER STEERING. Wheel stiffened up and was scary and difficult to lane change to a slower lane or attempt to pull over at 11:00PM due too safety","quote_2_odi":"11661169","quote_2_text":"The power steering of the vehicle suddenly stopped working. We had the car towed, and after inspection we were told that the steering column had failed","quote_3_odi":"11750742","quote_3_text":"Recently, I began experiencing intermittent steering problems in which the steering wheel becomes extremely difficult to turn and appears to momentarily jam or lock while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2017-rear-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear door latch that will not open from inside or outside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1079,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11627537","quote_1_text":"The rear driver's side door will not open, neither with the remote nor manually from both the inside and outside. Without enabling rear passengers to exit the car during an emergency is very much a safety issue. No warning lamps or messages","quote_2_odi":"11740708","quote_2_text":"Left rear passenger door latch failure to open either from inside or outside. This is a mechanical failure of the cables operating the latch","quote_3_odi":"11645172","quote_3_text":"RIGHT REAR PASSENGER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN WHEN ACTUATING HANDLES INSIDE OR OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. UNABLE TO REMOVE CHILD OR ALLOW PASSANGERS SAFE EXIT OF VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter clogging after oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11553978","quote_1_text":"Catalytic converter failure. Driving and vehicle slowed down while attempting to pass another vehicle in spite of foot being on accelerator. We were nearly hit head on by a semi trailer. Vehicle unable to increase speed over 50 mph","quote_2_odi":"11690365","quote_2_text":"Van Hyundai Dealership in Carrollton, TX has confirmed excessive oil consumption causing catalytic converter failure that results in the engine stalling and unable to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11538558","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is burning 2 1/2 quarts of oil a month , my catalytic converter is clogged due to this, Hyundai is fighting me and will not take responsibility for either","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-dct-judder-hesitation","label":"Dual-clutch transmission judder and hesitation from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11721873","quote_1_text":"My transmission was replaced by Hyundai when the car only had approximately 15,000 miles (give or take) and now at 73,000 miles, I'm experiencing the same issue again! The delayed engagement when accelerating from a stop has been stressful, to say the least","quote_2_odi":"11618825","quote_2_text":"When accelerating from a stop (particularly when taking a left turn across traffic, and uphill), the car often will hesitate and near-stall. It does not respond to driver “punching” the accelerator even to the floor, the car won’t respond, then suddenly catches and lurches…","quote_3_odi":"11535609","quote_3_text":"When pulling out of the parking lot and onto the road, the transmission stalled. The car did not move, the rpms jumped to 5-6 and the lurched and jerked forward then stopped and lurched forward again with the rpms jumping high","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure with loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11736491","quote_1_text":"The 2.0L engine catastrophically failed during normal highway driving, consistent with a thrown connecting rod. The vehicle suddenly lost power on a roadway with tractor-trailer traffic","quote_2_odi":"11681226","quote_2_text":"My connecting rod came apart and went through the oil pan while I was on the highway. There were no engine or oil lights until the engine was already smoking and no longer accelerating luckily I was in the far right lane already and was able.to coast to safety","quote_3_odi":"11550812","quote_3_text":"The car was making an engine noise and stopped working. My car oil was on level and the oil wasn’t need any change , then was confirmed that the car engine is blown","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-headlight-wiring","label":"Headlight bulb failure with melted wiring harness","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11523141","quote_1_text":"The headlights and taillights fail frequently. I have replaced each every 90 days. I find the contacts melted on them when they fail. I have never seen this happen on any other vehicle I have owned","quote_2_odi":"11690889","quote_2_text":"Since 2019, the vehicle has had repeated headlight failures (at least 12 bulb replacements), persistent “bulb out” warnings, and eventually melted wiring requiring headlamp assembly replacement in 2025","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-knock-sensor-limp-mode","label":"Limp mode episodes with knock sensor code P1326","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11574982","quote_1_text":"It started [XXX] when i took my car to the dealership due to it going into limp mode. The dealership took it in and said it was throwing error code p1326 which is the knock sensor code","quote_2_odi":"11609884","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle failed to respond as needed","quote_3_odi":"11526158","quote_3_text":"In the last 3 months I have had my vehicle go into Limp Mode due to a faulty engine. All 3 times while I was on the highway and I was almost seriously injured due to traffic. Ever since I got the Knock Sensor update, I have had nothing but problems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11708499","quote_1_text":"The engine is burning excessive oil. Down 3 quarts over approx. 3,000 miles. Mechanic verified there are no leaks - it is burning the oil","quote_2_odi":"11681222","quote_2_text":"I own a 2018 Hyundai Tucson with 87,000 miles that consumes about four quarts of oil per 1,000 miles. I first noticed the problem at 51,000 miles, despite regular maintenance. The issue has worsened, repeatedly damaging spark plugs and causing the car to seize","quote_3_odi":"11594953","quote_3_text":"The engine consumes a quart of oil every 1,000 - 1,500 miles with no signs of leakage or burning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and flaking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11659341","quote_1_text":"The paint on my 2018 Hyundai Tucson began peeling off the side mirrors and the shark-fin antenna on the roof. I have found that many other Hyundai owners are experiencing the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11656545","quote_2_text":"The white paint on the hood began to flake off. Currently, the missing paint is about 3 inches in diameter. There is an appearance of paint bubbling on the roof of the vehicle and in the hood","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2018,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2018-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":388,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11729665","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, about ten minutes from home, my car suddenly burst into flames. There were no warning lights in the cockpit. There was no smoke in the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11557015","quote_2_text":"We smelled something burning, and suddenly smoke was coming out of my center console. I pulled over and flames were coming out of the driver side. As soon as we evacuated the vehicle, it burst into flames","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power or ABS failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754470","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle responded as intended; however, several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was…","quote_2_odi":"11563826","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH and slowing the vehicle, she observed that the vehicle in front was braking. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the pedal went to the floorboard as she was depressing it","quote_3_odi":"11492958","quote_3_text":"I needed to stop quickly, but not unreasonably fast. I had time to consider my passenger and that this would be a quick stop for them. I then firmly applied the brakes and it felt like something kicked in causing the car specifically not to stop or slow down as expected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine fire or smoke while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737337","quote_1_text":"On March 21st, while driving my Hyundai vehicle, I noticed the vehicle began making a ticking sound. After stopping the vehicle, it slowly began catching on fire. The fire ultimately spread and resulted in the vehicle becoming a total loss. This created a serious safety concern…","quote_2_odi":"11529534","quote_2_text":"The contact called on behalf of the owner who owned a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle caught fire. The fire marshals extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was deemed totaled by the…","quote_3_odi":"11563969","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway. The engine began making a ticking noise that momentarily went away and then quickly got louder. I saw white smoke out of the back, pulled over, and then saw black smoke from the front","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-engine-seizure-failure","label":"Engine seizure or internal failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal sound and the engine seized. The check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11729405","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed, the engine suffered a sudden connecting rod bearing failure (Cylinder 3) with no prior warning lamps, messages, or symptoms. The vehicle made a slapping noise, a belt came off, the engine died, and would not restart","quote_3_odi":"11512420","quote_3_text":"2019 Hyundai Tuscon experienced engine failure at 66k miles. This vehicle experienced the exact same issues of vehicles Hyundai previously recalled. It is equipped with knock sensor which was supposed to be a \"fix\" for the known engine issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11628339","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle automatically brake, independently without the brake pedal being depressed","quote_2_odi":"11653785","quote_2_text":"I have been having a number of things happen; 1- my car will lurch forward at times when I release the brake and hit the gas pedal. 2- the forward collision warning keeps coming on. 3- My heating and oil cooler hoses leaking as well as metal lines, all started to leak at the…","quote_3_odi":"11486383","quote_3_text":"While on the road, the 2019 Hyundai Tucson Value dashboard warning lights lit up and stated to check the Lane Keeping Assist and the Forward Collision Assist. The engine light, anti-skid light and power steering light came on as well as the car began to decelerate while in the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670326","quote_1_text":"Engine has been burning through oil. Started the Engine oil consumption test at one dealership. That dealership has now closed leaving me to go to another dealership. They want me to start the process over again. I have had two oil changes, failed the second test and was…","quote_2_odi":"11601258","quote_2_text":"My car is burning oil like crazy, having to top off engine with 1.5 quarts between 5,000 mile oil change with synthetic oil. Took to Hyundai for oil consumption test. Let them know I'm having issues with burning oil, and my check engine light comes on often","quote_3_odi":"11684718","quote_3_text":"My car has had an oil consumption problem for over a year that Hyundai refuses to acknowledge. I passed the oil consumption test because the oil burns rapidly when I have about 1,000 miles left before my next oil change","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2019-stall-limp-mode","label":"Sudden loss of power or limp mode while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":371,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11694109","quote_1_text":"On Oct 11, 2025, my 2019 Hyundai Tucson entered limp mode on the freeway, losing power suddenly, posing a safety risk. This followed a dealership visit a couple months ago for a recall engine repair","quote_2_odi":"11649492","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode and failed to exceed 60 MPH. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact exited the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11678199","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving on a main road at 20 MPH, the vehicle experienced a loss of motive power and unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2020-abs-brake-recall","label":"Anti-lock brake recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11359842","quote_1_text":"I AM UNABLE TO SAFELY DRIVE MY NEW 2020 HYUNDAI TUCSON PURCHASED JULY 12, 2020, DUE TO A DANGEROUS RECALL. THERE IS NO SOLUTION AT THIS TIME AND IF THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON, I AM ADVISED TO PULL OVER, DISCONNECT THE BATTERY AND HAVE IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. ALSO, DO NOT PARK…","quote_2_odi":"11375444","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED THE SAFETY RECALL LETTER ABOUT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM. I CALLED HYUNDAI LEFT VOICE MESSAGE. CALLED TODAY AGAIN AND WAS TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PART TO GET THE CAR FIXED. TOLD ME TO CALL AGAIN IN ONE MONTH. DUE TO THE IMPORTANCE OF THE BREAK SYSTEM, I THINK…","quote_3_odi":"11377350","quote_3_text":"RECEIVED RECALL LETTER FOR ABS PART PROBLEM. HAVE BEEN CALLING ROSEN HYUNDAI OF ALGONQUIN, IL EVERY WEEK STARTING NOVEMBER 9, 2020. NO PART IN YET AND THEY KEEP SAYING TWO WEEKS. I WANT TO BE ON RECORD THAT IF SOMETHING GOES WRONG WITH MY VEHICLE DUE TO THIS RECALL HYUNDAI IS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11723433","quote_1_text":"My car has been burning through about 2 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. Hyundai will NOT replace the engine. If this continues My engine could malfunction while driving. This is a serious safety concern and there's plenty of information on it. They refuse to recall it.","quote_2_odi":"11691974","quote_2_text":"the car started using a little oil around 80,000 mile, and its just gotten worst , to the point that's it using 1 quart per 150 miles the car runs ok but its ridiculous the amount it is using. and from what I've found researching there is a lot of complaints","quote_3_odi":"11682794","quote_3_text":"Car is burning through oil at a rate of 5L per week.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2020-forward-collision-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11443301","quote_1_text":"Hyundai Tucson Sport 2020, this happens always, while driving in the highway, long distance the forward collision warning activates (no cars in front of me or any objects) and the SUV make a sudden stop and it sound a loud scary noise, then I have to park, turn it off and then…","quote_2_odi":"11603861","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle suddenly started alarming indicating to check \"Forward Collision Warning\" followed by an alert to check \"Lane Keeping Assistant.\" Immediately pulled off the road shut the vehicle off and checked the perimeter. No issues noted. Issue continues, while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2020-rear-camera-low-light-visibility","label":"Rear camera low-light visibility","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11315942","quote_1_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA IS BLURRY AND FUZZY DURING THE DAY AND EVEN WORSE AT NIGHT. ALMOST USELESS AT NIGHT TIME. THE CAMERA SYSTEM IS SUPPOSED TO BE A SAFETY FEATURE BUT IT IS NOT VERY GOOD WHEN YOU CAN'T MAKE OUT OBJECTS AND THERE ISN'T A WARNING NOISE WHEN YOU ARE ABOUT TO BACK UP…","quote_2_odi":"11407879","quote_2_text":"I SUBMITTED A SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY CAR'S FRONT AND REARVIEW CAMERA. IN LOW LIGHT, IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE WHAT IS BEHIND ME OR HOW FAR I AM FROM THE OBJECT BEHIND ME. THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT MANDATES BACKUP CAMERAS BUT DOES THAT MEAN A MANUFACTURER CAN JUST PUT ANY CAMERA ON CAR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-abs-module-fire-recall","label":"ABS module electrical short and fire risk recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11403623","quote_1_text":"HYUNDAI TUCSON ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM MODULES CORRODE INTERNALLY AND CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT AND FIRE. THEY ISSUED A RECALL, AND THEIR NOTICES SAY IT WILL TAKE LESS THEN ONE HOUR TO PERFORM INSTALLATION OF NEW ABS MODULES, YET ALL DEALERSHIPS SAY IT TAKES HALF A DAY","quote_2_odi":"11404778","quote_2_text":"IN THE INITIAL NHTSA TUCSON RECALL, DATED SEPTEMBER 4, 2020, THE ONLY 2021MY TUCSON VEHICLES TO BE INCLUDED WERE THOSE MANUFACTURED THROUGH 3/31/20 AND SPECIFICALLY ON 6/23/20.  ONCE THE PROBLEM WITH THE ABS MODULE HAD BEEN IDENTIFIED AND CONFIRMED, AND THE RECALL ISSUED…","quote_3_odi":"11399906","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 HYUNDAI TUCSON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V543000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed or absent throttle response from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11398545","quote_1_text":"SEVERE HESITATION WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP. CAR DOES NOT MOVE, REQUIRES SVERAL ATTEMPTS TO PRESS THE ACCELERATOR BEFORE THE CAR RESPONDS, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS WHEN ENTERING AN ON RAMP, MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY, OR IN HEAVY TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11660001","quote_2_text":"When sitting at a stop and then accelerating to leave the stop position, the car will go and then all of a sudden it will stall out and I'm pressing the gas pedal, pressing the gas pedal quite a few times before the car even decides to move. This happens when I'm changing lanes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-airbag-seatbelt-non-deploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment and seatbelt injury in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675342","quote_1_text":"During this sequence of collisions, and despite the magnitude of the impact, I must express my extreme concern that the left side airbag (driver's side) did not deploy. This failure caused Mr. [XXX] , the undersigned, to suffer a neck injury as a direct consequence of the…","quote_2_odi":"11559824","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG ON DRIVERS SIDE DID NOT OPEN SAME THING WITH MY 2019 ELANTRA 3 YEARS AGO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11535510","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 5 MPH in the driveway, there was steam coming out from under the hood. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle. The contact stated that as he opened the hood, flames came out. The contact's girlfriend also saw…","quote_2_odi":"11715856","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, an abnormal clicking sound was coming from under the hood. No warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact managed to pull over to the shoulder of the road, where white smoke was noticed leaking from under the hood, and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-engine-knock-oil-consumption","label":"Engine knock sensor failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751238","quote_1_text":"My engine light started to flash.I tried to accelerate my car barely went 10 miles an hour.I got Home 2 minutes later.There was major knocking.I had the car towed to [XXX], Hyundai, the only code that is showing up on the diagnostics, is P1326 there is an open class action…","quote_2_odi":"11752252","quote_2_text":"This vehicle burns oil at an alarming rate.  I am getting oil changes every 3K miles, and when I take it in, the dipstick is dry.  I receive no oil lights to tell me it is low.  I just had to get spark plugs and the mechanic at the garage told me this was due to the oil…","quote_3_odi":"11735611","quote_3_text":"My 2021 Hyundai Tucson has experienced repeated engine-related failures associated with a knock sensor (P1326) fault that causes the vehicle to enter limp mode and lose power while driving.  This issue has occurred multiple times at approximately 15,000, 17,000, 41,000, and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance system unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746359","quote_1_text":"Forward crash avoidance system keeps activating causing the car to brake on it's own. This was previously fixed on my car once back in 2022 and now in 2026 it is happening again. I have been trying to communicate with Hyundai regarding additional years to current recall but…","quote_2_odi":"11743425","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle on several occasions, the message \"Check the Forward Collison System\" was displayed, and a collision warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the forward-looking camera had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2021-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and rear window glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11573848","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded when driving on highway. No warning. Sounded like a gunshot. Had to pull over on the highway and clean off as much glass as I could so it did not cause injury or damage to other motorists","quote_2_odi":"11681195","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway my sunroof suddenly imploded sending glass everywhere. No warning whatsoever it was like a bomb went off out of nowhere. Nothing hit the car and temps were not high and it just imploded This is a serious matter and extremely dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11711943","quote_3_text":"I left my house this am in below zero temperatures. I drove to my daughter's apartment complex 41 miles away. I pulled into her underground parking garage and then heard a loud pop, followed by the rear hatch window imploding into thousands of pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11711465","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 25-30 MPH, another vehicle struck the front driver side, flinging the vehicle to the right side before another vehicle crashed into the front passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11708725","quote_2_text":"Airbag indicator came on around 62000 miles. Was told by Hyundai technician that it cost $2100 plus to replace part. Hyundai has known problems with airbags","quote_3_odi":"11689250","quote_3_text":"Had my car scanned it said air control unit. With that light on if I have a collision my ai bags won't deploy and my safety belts will not lock","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-fuel-door-actuator-failure","label":"Fuel door actuator failure preventing refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11711334","quote_1_text":"The fuel door would not open, preventing me from refueling the vehicle. I had to purchase a new fuel door actuator and have the vehicle towed to a repair shop, which caused a significant inconvenience","quote_2_odi":"11686492","quote_2_text":"I went to fill up the gas and the gas cap door would not open. The gas station attendant tried to help with no luck. I drove to the dealer - the fuel release actuator had failed","quote_3_odi":"11741613","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the fuel door had failed to open intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-fuel-injector-failure","label":"GDI fuel injector failure causing stall or misfire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746896","quote_1_text":"I became aware of a Technical Service Bulletin that Hyundai published in Jan 2025 acknowledging that many vehicles (of which mine is one) have a faulty fuel injector and it will fail","quote_2_odi":"11685103","quote_2_text":"Hyundai has a known issue with GDI fuel injectors. Car begins to shake and lose power and eventually will stall due to cylinder misfire caused by defective injectors","quote_3_odi":"11697294","quote_3_text":"All four GDI injectors failed resulting in the car completely stopping on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneously shatters","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11702591","quote_1_text":"The vehicle comes with a panoramic sunroof and there is a ~8inch wide piece of glass that is between the windshield and the sunroof. While driving on the highway, at approximately 80mph, with no other cars or hazards in front of the vehicle, this piece of glass shattered","quote_2_odi":"11629079","quote_2_text":"On 10-11-24 the panoramic sunroof on our car exploded. We were driving at the time at approx 45mph, clear and 60° out, and we heard a loud bang and in looking around for the cause saw the sunroof looked like crackle glass","quote_3_odi":"11662296","quote_3_text":"Driving on the freeway on 5/18/2025 my sunroof completely shattered. I was going about 70 mph and the sunroof was closed. It was not a hot day, approx. 73 degrees","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-phantom-aeb-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance activates brakes without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749738","quote_1_text":"Phantom braking while driving under a bridge. No cars around but Tucson warned collision while driving under a bridge and slammed on the brakes! This has happened multiple times","quote_2_odi":"11704632","quote_2_text":"Vehicle randomly activated automatic emergency braking and the forward collision warning with no other vehicles in sight. The vehicle slammed on the brakes almost causing a trailing car to rear end our vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11637915","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway at approximately 65 mph the car emergency brake kicked in with no cars in front of it. Causing a huge jerk. This happened 3 times within a 25 minute time span","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake pedal fails to stop vehicle promptly","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750511","quote_1_text":"On XXX, while approaching a stop sign, the vehicle did not engage the brakes as expected. I had to press the brake pedal multiple times, and the vehicle jerked several times before it came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11673537","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's brake system intermittently fails after driving over bumps or uneven roads. The brake pedal becomes soft and unresponsive, and the vehicle continues rolling forward for several seconds before the brakes finally engage","quote_3_odi":"11690235","quote_3_text":"I took the vehicle to the service station because it takes a long time to stop, and I braked close to a vehicle on several occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2022-tire-tread-belt-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and broken belts before rated life","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11726498","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a catastrophic and unpredictable treadwear failure on a set of four (4) Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra tires (80,000-mile warranty / 800 UTQG)","quote_2_odi":"11614455","quote_2_text":"3 out of the 4 original tires failed on vehicle under 50% through normal life of tire","quote_3_odi":"11614460","quote_3_text":"A blowout can cause loss of control of vehicle, leading to possible injury or death not only for vehicle inhabitants, but for other vehicles and/or pedestrians as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Loss of braking function","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11503335","quote_1_text":"On January 21, 2023 I stopped for a red light. After a few seconds the brake pedal started going down and went completely down. Mileage at that time was just over 1700 miles","quote_2_odi":"11517285","quote_2_text":"on 04/16/23 I got into my car and Immediately after going into drive the brakes completely failed. The car continued accelerating even after releasing the accelerator and refused to stop even while pumping the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11711935","quote_3_text":"I parked my car on a driveway with a slight incline. After putting the car in park, I stepped out of the vehicle and the car rolled back into the street","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-fcw-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11732659","quote_1_text":"4/16/2026 at 1:35pm I was traveling north on Hwy 69 traveling +-45mph. Vehicle on my right in his lane and one vehicle in from of me about 50yrds. My vehicle auto applied the brakes and alarm indicating emergency collision to happen","quote_2_odi":"11735952","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system has activated on four separate occasions for unknown reasons or warning. Tapped the brakes and it disengaged. In three of the situations no vehicles or pedestrians nearby","quote_3_odi":"11573456","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Honda Tucson. The contact stated while driving 74 MPH with the cruise control activated, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, after which the Automatic Emergency Braking activated, causing a rapid deceleration to the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-fuel-injector-failure","label":"Fuel injector failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11656127","quote_1_text":"FUEL INJECTORS FAILED AT 18523 MILES. Replaced both low and high injector on this cylinder 3 and then continued performance issues","quote_2_odi":"11619627","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has been taken in on four separate occasions now to have know faulty fuel injectors replaced. All dealer service people acknowledge this is a know defect, all tow truck drivers have also confirmed the same, as well as thousands of people online","quote_3_odi":"11560374","quote_3_text":"Engine would not accelerate after stopping at a store. Limped home at 15 mph. Engine light came on a few miles from home. Vehicle would not stay running the next morning and had to be towed to dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure during driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11706957","quote_1_text":"Horn has been replaced three times and is now out for a fourth time","quote_2_odi":"11668543","quote_2_text":"my 2023 Hyundai Tucson has had the horn replaced twice. the technician indicated this is a common problem due to the location of the horn its susceptible to water damage rendering it useless","quote_3_odi":"11694464","quote_3_text":"After using horn on rainy highway driving it stopped working completely. Called dealer with issue and scheduled appointment. After two day they said it is a know issue and horns will take 2-3 business days to order","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-steering-failure","label":"Steering system failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11685540","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], while driving a 2023 Hyundai TUCSON SEL, the steering wheel suddenly and completely detached from the steering column and ended up in the driver's lap","quote_2_odi":"11731406","quote_2_text":"While driving on April 11, 2026 at approximately 1:30 PM on [XXX] , the vehicle experienced a loss of steering response while the roadway curved to the right. The driver turned the steering wheel normally in order to follow the curve","quote_3_odi":"11527826","quote_3_text":"Power steering failed DURING vehicle operation while car was moving at speed. Steering wheel became excessively difficult to turn, severely limiting control of the vehicle and rendering the vehicle undriveable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746494","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that the panoramic sunroof exploded while driving at approximately 40-50 MPH. The rear section of the sunroof glass had shattered into several pieces without impact","quote_2_odi":"11708951","quote_2_text":"Sun roof on Tucson 2023 shattered while car was being driven. When the roof shattered there was a loud sound (like a bomb going off) in the car and then the sound of glass breaking. The vehicle is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11509107","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway & my sunroof exploded. Glass was shattered & rained down on me & my occupants","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11680465","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN - was parking in a spot and car accelerated uncommanded, stepped on the brakes and car did not stop. It stopped with parking sign cement post","quote_2_odi":"11693557","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 5 MPH in a parking lot and slowing down to park the vehicle, the vehicle independently accelerated","quote_3_odi":"11598593","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2023 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal sound emanating from an unknown location of the vehicle, after which the vehicle began to accelerate on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power and stalling during driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11748709","quote_1_text":"Subject: Urgent Drivability Concern – 2024 Hyundai Tucson (6/22 Incident) Vehicle: 2024 Hyundai Tucson Date of Incident: XXX Trip Details: [XXX] to [XXX] (~160+ miles) Summary of Issue: During a long-distance drive on XXX, the vehicle experienced severe and consistent","quote_2_odi":"11732364","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 70 mph on a highway under normal conditions, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of engine power. A check engine light illuminated at the time of the failure, and the vehicle was unable to maintain normal acceleration or consistent speed","quote_3_odi":"11729169","quote_3_text":"Component: Engine/Powertrain/Electrical System Incident Description: I am reporting a recurring, life-threatening \"Loss of Motive Power\" (Dead Pedal) in a 2024 Hyundai Tucson (Alabama-built). On multiple occasions, the vehicle has failed to respond to throttle input during…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-fca-unexpected-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11643104","quote_1_text":"Forward Collision Emergency Braking. Have had this happen on 5 different occasions. Very dangerous. The vehicle without warning slams on the emergency brakes and issues a warning. Took into dealer and they could find NO error codes and did nothing","quote_2_odi":"11699582","quote_2_text":"At high speeds above 40 MPH vehicle automatically brakes with no vehicle or objects in front while vehicle is in operation. Very concerning when driving on interstate","quote_3_odi":"11660049","quote_3_text":"My wife and I purchased a 2024 Hyundai Tucson in June. Since February 28, 2025 the SRS indicator lights have come on twice. Hyundai replaced the airbag twice. In March, the emergency brake system red lights illuminated, and the car came to an abrupt stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11626326","quote_1_text":"Both horns failed in less than 15k miles. Any time spent on the internet shows this is a known issue. Reporting as a safety problem as you will not know they are gone until you need them to warn another car or person and you have no sound","quote_2_odi":"11628377","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the horn needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired","quote_3_odi":"11634001","quote_3_text":"Horns failing after being replaced by Hyundai. A kid was running and heading on a path in front of the SUV. Pushed the horn and another failure. Luckily the brakes work - the kid didn't stop. First attempt to fix: 14,612 miles - current miles at 2nd failure 17463","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-sudden-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11709963","quote_1_text":"My wife was slowly pulling into a parking spot, when at about 10ft from curb the car suddenly accelerated faster than she even thought the car even was capable of (the AWD likely helped). It hopped the curb and hit a tree","quote_2_odi":"11674098","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that his wife was reversing out of the work parking space, the brake pedal was depressed, and when the gear shift was shifted into drive(D), the vehicle then accelerated independently","quote_3_odi":"11605626","quote_3_text":"While slowly pulling into a parking space at a local shopping center, my 2024 Hyundai Tucson Limited suddenly accelerated while I still had my foot on the brakes to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof and window glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11692276","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof in my 2024 Hyundai Tucson Limited shattered while driving on the interstate. It sounded like an explosion and frightened me while driving","quote_2_odi":"11642395","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2024 Hyundai Tucson at highway speeds on a clear day with no surrounding traffic, I was startled by an extremely loud bang that sounded like an explosion","quote_3_odi":"11734707","quote_3_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-trailer-hitch-recall-delay","label":"Trailer hitch wiring harness recall repair delays","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739323","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs unrelated to a recall but recall repairs were completed unbeknownst to the contact for NHTSA Campaign Number 25V893000 (Trailer Hitches)","quote_2_odi":"11730128","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Hyundai Tucson. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V893000 (Trailer Hitches). The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were on back order. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_3_odi":"11722026","quote_3_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding Hyundai Safety Recall #290 (NHTSA Recall No. 25V893) as it applies to my vehicle, VIN [XXX] . I received the official recall notice by mail on February 13, 2026","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2024-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield water leak into cabin after recall repair","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11608295","quote_1_text":"I had the windshield recall repaired and my car still leaked. It has been at the dealership for over 2 weeks for repair. I am concerned whether this vehicle will be safe to drive even after a new windshield is in stalled and all of the carpeting has been replaced","quote_2_odi":"11567135","quote_2_text":"The vehicle continues to leak water into the floor carpet even after a recall was supposed to fix the windshield leak problem for this car. This can cause mold","quote_3_odi":"11566160","quote_3_text":"A service bulletin for windshields leaking into 2024 Santa Cruz and Tucson vehicles was issued on 11/02/23 from Hyundai, causing passenger side flooding","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-driver-attention-warning","label":"Driver attention warning false alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708601","quote_1_text":"The Driver Attention Warning is not disabled, even when doing exactly that in Settings","quote_2_odi":"11695252","quote_2_text":"The \"Consider Taking a Break\" indicator illuminates erratically. We can drive it for 200 miles and it won't come on or we can drive it for 13 miles and it comes on 9 times","quote_3_odi":"11698814","quote_3_text":"The FAWS Forward Assistance Warning System incorrectly identifies a \"sleepy driver\" and turns off Adaptive Cruise Control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741884","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded I was driving at high speed on a highway","quote_2_odi":"11732055","quote_2_text":"On 4/14/26, the glass area between the sunroof and directly above the front windshield, cracked and subsequently shattered","quote_3_odi":"11715657","quote_3_text":"On January 25, I was driving on the freeway and my moonroof front panel exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure with unavailable replacement parts","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718008","quote_1_text":"The horn on my 2025 Hyundai Tucson Limited failed without warning in mid January 2026 and no longer functions","quote_2_odi":"11717801","quote_2_text":"The horn in our 2025 Hyundai Tucson failed. We took the vehicle to two separate dealerships to get replaced, but were told the horns were out of stock with no ETA for parts","quote_3_odi":"11709648","quote_3_text":"Horn stopped before odometer hit 6,000 miles, dealer was unfamiliar with problem until I googled it and found out Hyundai is having horn issues, then they were aware of problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and HUD display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729969","quote_1_text":"While driving the dash screen starts to flicker on and off and then goes black and a no signal message appears on the screen","quote_2_odi":"11713455","quote_2_text":"I’ve been driving this car for nearly a year, and during that time I have observed 6+ incidents when my instrument cluster went blank and rebooted in the middle of the road while the vehicle is moving","quote_3_odi":"11715898","quote_3_text":"I had the Car's instrument panel go totally blank in March 2025 on my new 2025 Tucson Hybrid while driving on my first long distance trip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-phantom-braking-fca","label":"Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733442","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a severe safety defect regarding the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) system on my 2025 Hyundai Tucson","quote_2_odi":"11719485","quote_2_text":"The automatic braking that happens when the car sensor thinks you are too close to another car is dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11712476","quote_3_text":"11/2/2025- The forward collision warning and the automatic emergency braking system engaged and brought my vehicle to a complete stop in the middle of the road when there was no imminent danger of a forward collision occurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2025,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"tucson-2025-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":271,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727898","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has failed to start with NO WARNING LIGHTS (completely blank infotainment screen) and no sounds when start button is pressed","quote_2_odi":"11709005","quote_2_text":"The car keeps randomly dying. Completely loses power even when driving","quote_3_odi":"11724972","quote_3_text":"As of today, March 17, 2026 , my 2025 Hyundai Tucson keeps having safety issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2026-break-warning-nag","label":"Driver attention warning cannot be disabled","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711187","quote_1_text":"The Hyundai Tucson has a warning \"Consider taking a coffee break\" which cannot be disabled. This is a distraction which can cause an accident. Driver should be allowed to disable it","quote_2_odi":"11732235","quote_2_text":"Every time we drive our brand new Tucson on the highway the driver assistance warning is constantly flashing a coffee cup symbol on the dashboard along with an audible bell dinging and text suggesting we pull over and take a break for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"11735329","quote_3_text":"The 2026 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid does not have an option to turn off the beeping notification “Consider Taking a Break”. It is consistent and alarming when it does go off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2026-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction with loss of control","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754210","quote_1_text":"Our dashboard went blank and said “No Signal” over two weeks ago. (recall 304). We took it in for service. They did a Software upgrade which is the stated remedy. Two days ago it did it again. This time we had it towed to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11724165","quote_2_text":"Wife was driving car and the steering locked up and she could not turn it for about 5 seconds. second issue was put it in reverse and it would not come out of reverse, she had to turn car off and on 3 times to get it to put it in park or drive","quote_3_odi":"11724310","quote_3_text":"After 3 months and 840 miles, my 2026 Hyundai Tucson wouldn't respond one morning. No power at all, including to unlock the car. Road side assistance struggled to jump out but finally the car started, but the cluster panel would not turn on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2026,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Tucson","model_slug":"tucson","cluster_id":"hyundai-tucson-2026-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected forward collision braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740081","quote_1_text":"On May 14, 2026 at approx 6:00 PM, driving 2026 Hyundai Tucson on North Lamar Blvd, Austin TX at approx 30 mph, vehicle applied brakes suddenly with no obstacle ahead. Forward Collision Avoidance system activated unexpectedly. Vehicle was immediately struck from behind","quote_2_odi":"11730131","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system has literally locked the brakes up 5 times in the last several months since the car was purchased new from the dealer due to this system thinking we were going to hit the car in front that was not braking hard","quote_3_odi":"11717044","quote_3_text":"I was in stop and go traffic on the highway. The car in front of me started going and I did as well. At this point, I was at least 3 car lengths behind them. They braked fairly quickly and I was as well. When I was braking, the FCA emergency braking enabled super prematurely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/hyundai/tucson","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking and failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11015173","quote_1_text":"I HAVE OWNED CAR FOR 8 MONTHS (PURCHASED USED FROM DEALERSHIP) ENGINE KNOCKING. ENGINE SEIZED UP YESTERDAY. NO ENGINE WARNING LIGHT. ENGINE IS COMPLETELY DONE. WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD YESTERDAY HEARD LOUD KNOCKING AND CAR DIED. HAD TO HAVE TOWED","quote_2_odi":"11324868","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE ENGINE MAKING KNOCKING SOUND WHILE IDLE AND WHILE IN GEAR. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. LOW OIL LIGHT NEVER CAME ON. OIL WAS LOW, SHOULDN'T HAVE BEEN DUE TO JUST HAVING OIL CHANGE, BUT NO LEAK UNDER CAR","quote_3_odi":"11429072","quote_3_text":"Engine knocking around 75k miles. Oil changed every 2000 miles. Proper maintenance. Loud knocking noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-hvac-switch-melting","label":"HVAC blower and AC control switch melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11582716","quote_1_text":"Since the make of this car and it’s further year generations people can complained about the a/c control switch burning out and actually it melts the inside of the part","quote_2_odi":"11331189","quote_2_text":"BLOWER SWITCH AND WIRING HARNESS FOR THE SWITCH IS NOT ABLE TO HANDLE THE CURRENT RESULTING IN MELTING OF THE SWITCH AND HARNESS","quote_3_odi":"11256384","quote_3_text":"AC CONVERTER KNOB MELTING, WIRING HARNESS BLACK DUE TO TOO HIGH OF VOLTAGE GOING THROUGH IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-parking-brake-recall-delay","label":"Parking brake caliper failure and recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10731460","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARKING BRAKE BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD CONTINUE TO ROLL WHEN PARKED","quote_2_odi":"11553914","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11289601","quote_3_text":"LEFT REAR DISK BRAKE CALIPER PARKING BRAKE MECHANISM STUCK IN ACTUATED POSITION WITH NO BRAKING ACTION. SAME PROBLEM AS EXISTING RECALL, FITS DATE WINDOW, BUT HYUNDAI DID NOT INCLUDE THIS VIN IN THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-steering-coupler-play","label":"Steering coupler play and clicking noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11488809","quote_1_text":"Same issue as numerous other Hyundai Veloster owners: steering coupler causing excessive movement in the steering column and making a clicking sound when turning the wheel. Hyundai has done a recall on this part for Elantra and Sonata models, but not the Veloster","quote_2_odi":"11465129","quote_2_text":"Steering coupler failure. Excessive play and loud clunking in steering column. Symptoms have increased over time. Vehicle has 64950 miles","quote_3_odi":"11121190","quote_3_text":"STEERING COUPLER HAS DISINTEGRATED (THIS HAS ALREADY BEEN RECALLED FOR THE SONATA, BUT NO RECALL YET FOR VELOSTERS). CLICKING WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL (ANYTIME, CAR IS ON OR OFF, IN MOTION OR STATIONARY)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11746771","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate, at approximately 70mph, the sunroof glass shattered causing glass to fall into the vehicle and into the face of the driver. This was not caused by any outside object or force, but simply shattered","quote_2_odi":"11660521","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the sunroof suddenly shattered, raining glass down into the interior of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"10701266","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70MPH ON I95 N IN VA WITH THE SUNROOF POPPED OPEN (NOT SLID ALL THE WAY BACK) THERE WAS A LOUD POP THAT SOUNDED LIKE AN EXPLOSION OR GUNSHOT AND THE ROOF GLASS SHATTERED AND FELL INTO THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2012-transmission-gear-failure","label":"Transmission failing to shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10876472","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN DRIVEWAY IN CT FOR TWO DAYS; WOULD NOT REVERSE; JUST REVVED. WAS PUSHED TO STREET. DROVE NORMALLY OVER 100 MILES TOWARD HOME IN NJ VIA INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS","quote_2_odi":"10895977","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WITHOUT WARNING, THE GEARS FAILED TO SHIFT INTO DRIVE AND REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN","quote_3_odi":"11340005","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING VELOSTER ON HIGHWAY WITH 2 YR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER IN BACKSEAT WHEN SPEEDOMETER WENT IT ZERO THAN TRANSMISSION WENT TO LIMP MODE WAS REALLY SCARED BECAUSE A TRACTOR TRAILER TRUCK WAS BEHIND AT THE TIME I CALL THE HYUNDAI COMPANY TO COMPLAIN NOTHING HAS BEEN RESOLVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-airbag-warning-clockspring","label":"Air bag warning light and clockspring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11648164","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal and the vehicle started to shake. The contact stated that after shifting into","quote_2_odi":"11338384","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2013 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON HAD CHECKED SHOW CODE FOR DRIVER SIDE CLOCK SPRING BAD. NOTICED HYUNDAI IS REPLACING THEM ON 2011- 2014 ELANTRAS, SONATAS, AND SONATAS HYBRID TO 15 YEARS AND UNLIMITED MILEAGE FROM DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL DELIVERY OR DATE OF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-brakes-recall-23v651000-parts","label":"Recall 23V651000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11603234","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact then received a second recall notice that stated that parts","quote_2_odi":"11615063","quote_2_text":"The contact's god-daughter owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the ABS warning light and other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-engine-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11593239","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is burning through oil without having oil light engaged. Vehicle is going through two quart + of oil every 3 weeks. Just added 2 quarts of oil 3 weeks ago when the car would not accelerate past 5mph and rough idled (this turned out to be caused by a different issue still","quote_2_odi":"11585449","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming 3 quarts of oil every 3,500 miles. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine seizure from rod bearing or piston failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11719258","quote_1_text":"2013 Hyundai Veloster 2013 turbo had 69000 miles when the engine stalled on the highway and promptly slowed to 40 mph. Midas stated engine blew due to a recall so I had it towed to the closest dealership in Oct 2022. They denied the repair and sent it to corporate for","quote_2_odi":"11669133","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Info: 2013 Hyundai Veloster VIN: [XXX] Odometer: 75,000 miles Problem Description: My check engine light began flashing and the vehicle entered limp mode. Diagnostic codes showed P1326 and U1103, which are linked to a known Theta II engine defect involving rod bearing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-hvac-control-switch-melting","label":"HVAC control switch wiring overheating and melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11664794","quote_1_text":"The knob for the A/C can not handle the amperage when in the 4 position, it gets too hot, melts, and shuts off the system. It is available for inspection. Hyundai is acutely aware of this problem and recalled it in other years, the same as their junk engines, but once again the","quote_2_odi":"11556288","quote_2_text":"Climate control switch melted and caused a small fire. I had to pull my dash apart very quicky to put it out. The Hyundai dealership would not help me even though a 2014 Elantra and Veloster has had technical service bulletins regarding this issue. They charged me 200$ dollars","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2013,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2013-mdps-steering-coupler-play","label":"Motor-driven power steering coupler wear and clunk","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11620566","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal clicking sound emanating from the front of the vehicle, after which she became aware that there was excessive left and right play in the","quote_2_odi":"11435624","quote_2_text":"-Steering motor coupler -Interrupted my turning at highway speeds, posed danger against myself and every other driver on the road. -It has been confirmed as the problem, and is a well known problem in the Veloster community. A recall is needed to prevent car accidents. Please","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-abs-recall-parts-backlog","label":"ABS module recall fire risk and parts backlog","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11587207","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11554884","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11596564","quote_3_text":"The Hyundai recall doesn't fix the problem, which is the ABS Module leaks brake fluid internally which can catch fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear door latch or actuator failure to open","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11661517","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that the rear passenger's side door failed to open as needed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11365323","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER REAR DOOR FAILS TO OPEN (FROM THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE) RESULTING FROM DEFECTIVE DOOR ACTUATOR MECHANISM. THIS PROBLEM IS AN OBVIOUS SAFETY CONCERN AS PASSENGERS CANNOT EXIT THE VEHICLE IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY","quote_3_odi":"11256308","quote_3_text":"TAMARA RECALL: THE DRIVER AND REAR PASSENGER DO NOT OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE AND INSIDE. THE CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION, PARKED WITH THE ENGINE OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-engine-knock-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine knocking, rod bearing failure, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11581821","quote_1_text":"Engine started knocking at 117,xxx miles with oil changes less then 5,000 miles. Dealership acknowledged and confirmed that the rod bearings were bad. If requested could remove the rod bearings","quote_2_odi":"11445985","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, he heard an abnormal knocking noise emitting from the engine. He then stated that a large amount of white smoke began to spew from the vehicle as his engine began to stall","quote_3_odi":"11639966","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an extremely loud knocking sound coming from the vehicle which increased louder while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-hvac-knob-melting","label":"HVAC control knob and wiring melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11545022","quote_1_text":"The climate control switch on my vehicle as well as many others has burned up the wiring that plugs into it behind the dash and started smoking and actually almost burned my car to the ground","quote_2_odi":"11536772","quote_2_text":"My ac unit switch melted due to the wires getting too hot and causing the unit to no longer work. I believe this is a safety issue due to possible fire with the wires getting burned","quote_3_odi":"11234976","quote_3_text":"MY AC KNOB HAS MELTED AND IT IS BECAUSE A SHORT WITHIN THE KNOB ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-steering-coupler-clunk","label":"Power steering coupler clunk or rattle","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11266540","quote_1_text":"MY STEERING WHEEL WAS DRAMATICALLY CLUNKING WHENEVER I TURNED IT. AFTER TAKING IT TO A MECHANIC, HE INFORMED ME THAT IT WAS THE STEERING COUPLER ISSUE, WHICH IS APPARENTLY A PROBLEM ON MULTIPLE VEHICLES WHICH ARE BEING COVERED UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY, BUT NOT MINE","quote_2_odi":"11375190","quote_2_text":"CLUNK AND LAG IN THE STEERING CAUSED BY WORN RUBBER COUPLER MDPS - AFTER 48000 MILES - APPEARS TO BE A KNOWN ISSUE WITH NO RECALL/WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11244448","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING COUPLER IS DEFECTIVE AND MAKES A RATTLING SOUND WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. SEVERAL OTHER MODELS HAVE BEEN ISSUED RECALLS ON THIS PART BUT NOT THE VELOSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2014,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11543472","quote_1_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered. I was driving on an interstate highway with the sunroof tilted forward for ventilation","quote_2_odi":"11084242","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF BLOWS UP WHILE DRIVING IN HIGHWAY, THERES NO SIGNS OF ROCK HITTING IT","quote_3_odi":"11512824","quote_3_text":"On March 8, 2023, I was waiting at a red light and since the weather was really nice, it was cloudy and not too cold I decided to open my sunroof and when all of the sudden I felt glass raining all over me, my sunroof exploded!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-abs-speedometer-dropout","label":"ABS activation with speedometer dropout to zero","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11580577","quote_1_text":"I was on the highway and looked at my speedometer and the mph was at 0. The abs and the brake light warnings came on and I couldn't accelerate and hardly brake. I pulled to the shoulder immediately","quote_2_odi":"11548615","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at slower speeds and depressing the brake pedal, it seemed the ABS engaged, and the vehicle slowed down significantly. Additionally, the brakes were dragging","quote_3_odi":"11583540","quote_3_text":"The safety recall on my vehicle has been open for nearly 7 months with a risk of fire. There is still no status as to when my vehicle can be serviced to prevent this risk of fire. I find this lack of urgency completely unacceptable considering the risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-climate-control-switch-melt","label":"Climate control switch melting and electrical burning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11667039","quote_1_text":"The climate control switch melted. Available for inspection I was getting smoked out by plastic fumes. Researched this issues with all data No No lights","quote_2_odi":"11612425","quote_2_text":"AC Fan control switch has melted and filled car with smoke. Fan control switch has overheated. The switch has melted and will not work at all","quote_3_odi":"11241615","quote_3_text":"A/C FAN SPEED CONTROL STOPPED WORKING, ONLY OWNED THE CAR FOR 3 YRS. 75000 MILES. PULLED HVAC UNIT FROM THE DASH TO FIND MELTED CONNECTORS ON THE WIRING HARNESS AND THE BACK OF THE FAN SPEED CONTROLLER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-oil-consumption-rod-bearing","label":"Excessive oil consumption and rod bearing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11695652","quote_1_text":"Excessive engine oil consumption causing fouled spark plugs engine stalling. Engine was replace due to defective rod bearings at 98 000 mile under warranty and recall. Engine now ha 130,000 miles piston rings have failed. Stalled on busy freeway almost causing mutual crash","quote_2_odi":"11532000","quote_2_text":"Engine failure outside of normal warranty period. However oil consumption is the cause. Hyundai allows for 1quart of oil loss every 1000 miles. There should be no oil loss. Before I could get an oil consumption test my motor started knocking","quote_3_odi":"11516702","quote_3_text":"We purchased the vehicle in March 2022 and in May 2022 the engine light came on and there was knocking in the engine until finally the engine quit while driving. Upon inspection of the engine it appeared to have blown as there was oil all under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof and rear glass shattering while driving or parked","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10818104","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE SUNROOF SHATTERED. AS A RESULT, THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11495765","quote_2_text":"Driver entered the car and closed the driver side door. Car was in park in driveway. Driver tried to vent the moon roof and the glass of the moon roof shattered. Glass rained down upon driver and flew all over the driveway and the lawn","quote_3_odi":"10808854","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE 2015 VELOSTER TURBO ON A STRAIGHT PORTION OF THE FREEWAY BETWEEN 65 AND 70 MILES PER HOUR WITH THE SUNROOF OPEN. THE SUNROOF SHATTERED UNEXPECTEDLY, AND GLASS FLEW BOTH INTO THE CAR, AND OUT BEHIND THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling on Kumho Solus KH25","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10694071","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD 3 VELOSTERS BRAND NEW, THEY COME WITH KUMHO SOLUS KH25 AND THEY ALL DEVELOPED SIDEWALL BUBBLES, EACH TIME I CANN FOR A WARRANTY THEY DENY ME SAYING ITS MY FAULT, YET MANY OTHERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"11079793","quote_2_text":"KUMHO KH TIRES ARE DANGEROUS. THE TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE DO NOT QUALIFY FOR TAMY CURRENT RECALL. THEY DESPERATELY NEED TO BE RECALLED AND REPLACED DUE TO POOR QUALITY, SEPARATION AND LOOSING AIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2015,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2015-transmission-stall","label":"Transmission stall and failure to engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11161039","quote_1_text":"DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION FAILING. INTERMITTENTLY BOOT OT ENGAGING INTO R OR D GEAR AND SLIPS OUT OF GEAR WHILE DRIVING ON STREET OR HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10860594","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, IT WENT INTO NEUTRAL AND DID NOT IMMEDIATELY GO BACK INTO DRIVE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CHANGED GEARS BY ITSELF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11079959","quote_3_text":"THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILS TO SHIFT. THE RPM'S WILL INCREASE BUT THE SPEED WILL NOT. THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT RE-ENGAGE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11083531","quote_1_text":"TAKATA AIRBAG IN STEERING WHEEL DIDN'T WORK. SUFFERED BRAIN INJURY. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION GOING OVER 50 MPH ON JACKSONVILLE FLORIDA I95, HIT MEDIAN HEAD ON","quote_2_odi":"11446445","quote_2_text":"Vehicle in service and has none functioning air bag. Not covered under warranty nor the extended warranty that I purchased This is a safety and risk issue for myself and others that would drive the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11344174","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG SENSOR IN CUSHION ON PASSENGER SEAT DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY. AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF MULTIPLE TIMES. VEHICLE IS EITHER IN MOTION OR STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-dct-hesitation-stall","label":"Dual-clutch transmission hesitation and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11290737","quote_1_text":"VELOSTER HYUNDAI'S 7-SPEED DCT CONTAINS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) THAT CAUSES, AMONG OTHER PROBLEMS, FAILURE TO SHIFT, STALLING, DELAYED ACCELERATION, OR LOSS OF POWER","quote_2_odi":"11142641","quote_2_text":"PROBLEMS BEGAN APRIL 2017 WHEN I PLACED MY CAR IN GEAR AND IT DIDN'T MOVE. I PUT IT IN PARK AND THEN BACK IN GEAR AND THE PROBLEM RESOLVED ITSELF. I DIDN'T THINK OF REPORTING IT AT THE TIME","quote_3_odi":"11097331","quote_3_text":"VELOSTER TURBO DCT MODEL. WHEN THE CAR ISN'T FULLY WARMED UP, THE CAR SUDDENLY LOSES POWER UPON MEDIUM TO HARD ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-hvac-control-melt","label":"HVAC control module electrical short and melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11353581","quote_1_text":"THE METAL COMPONENTS OF THE AIR CONDITIONER/HEATER BLOWER SWITCH MELTS ON THE INSIDE CREATING A FIRE HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"11709321","quote_2_text":"The climate control knob and AC system failed due to an apparent wiring defect. This is a known issue affecting hundreds or thousands of Hyundai Veloster owners","quote_3_odi":"11319659","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD 4 HVAC CONTROL HEADS BURN OUT BETWEEN A 2012 VELOSTER AND MY CURRENT 2016 VELOSTER I PURCHASED AFTER THE 2012 WAS TOTALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-rod-bearing-engine-knock","label":"Connecting rod bearing wear, knocking, and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":132,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694568","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has been burning through oil for 2 years now. It started with me having to get oil changes every 3 months, then 2, then 1, now I am forced to go get oil top offs every 2-3 weeks or the check oil light comes on and car drives very rough","quote_2_odi":"11503986","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway the engine began to knock loudly. When the engine stalled. The vehicle stalled while traveling on a congested highway at a speed of approximately 70MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft or unresponsive brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11423220","quote_1_text":"Brakes intermittently malfunction - when issue occurs, brake pedal will loosely sink to floor without slowing the car down and will only engage suddenly when the pedal is pressed all the way to the bottom","quote_2_odi":"11325249","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSES TO BOTTOM AND DOES NOT STOP THE CAR WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11111112","quote_3_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 37,000 MILES CURRENTLY AND PROPER DOCUMENTED MAINTENANCE AND CHECK REQUESTS ON VEHICLE, THIS CAR APPEARS TO NOT STOP AS IT SHOULD WHILE IN MOTION WHETHER AT HIGH SPEEDS OR LOW SPEEDS AND \"SURGES\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2016,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11039976","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE DOWN THE INTERSTATE. NOTHING HIT MY CAR OR SUNROOF. IT JUST EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11166541","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED AND GLASS FELL INTO THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11669039","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the sunroof glass shattered. The contact was unaware of what caused the glass to shatter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11434536","quote_1_text":"The Airbag warning light came on soon after I bought the car and I took it to the dealership. They said it was sensor under passenger seat and repaired. A week later, did it again. Said it was probably another bad sensor under seat. It intermittently goes off and on now every","quote_2_odi":"11120624","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING 58 MPH, THE VEHICLE FISHTAILED AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-dct-clutch-shudder","label":"DCT clutch shudder and gear slip","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11672257","quote_1_text":"The 2017 Hyundai Veloster- Value edition is a Lemon straight from the manufacturer. I purchased mine in July of 2024 with 27,000 miles. When I test drove it I questioned the clicking noises that could be heard while switching gears along with minor \"shuddering\" at acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11319604","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS A DEFECTIVE TRANSMISSION THAT SLIPS AT TIMES AND WON'T ALWAYS GO INTO GEAR. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE THAT HAPPENS RANDOMLY MOSTLY DURING THE SUMMER MONTHS. THE PROBLEM HAS OCCURED ABOUT FOUR TIMES DURING THE YEAR THAT I HAVE OWNED IT. IT A VERY SCARY THING","quote_3_odi":"11061352","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING IN A SNOWSTORM ON THE HIGHWAY. THE ENGINE BEGAN REVVING AND THE TACHOMETER WENT WAY UP. NO TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT WENT ON AND I BEGAN SLOWING DOWN WITH VEHICLES BEHIND ME. I PULLED THROUGH THE TRAFFIC AND GOT TO THE SHOULDER. THE CAR WAS STILL IN DRIVE BUT THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-engine-rod-bearing-stall","label":"Engine stall and rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11716250","quote_1_text":"The engine failed due to suspected rod bearing failure related to Hyundai’s known rod bearing recall issue. The vehicle exhibited a flashing check engine light with diagnostic trouble code P1326, knocking noises, metal debris found in the oil control solenoid, and subsequent","quote_2_odi":"11203890","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 HYUNDAI VELOSTER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WOULD NOT PROPERLY ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE SPEED BEGAN TO DECREASE BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED…","quote_3_odi":"11438745","quote_3_text":"After knock sensor recall update engine has lost all power and has a knocking and clicking sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-hood-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling on hood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11650178","quote_1_text":"Paint peeling issue on hood. Filed for Hyundai to repair last 12/24, Hyundai denied claim 12/20/2024, without detailed reasons. Secondary extended warranty is suppose to be for 10 years regardless of mileage.p Hyundai case# [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF","quote_2_odi":"11614554","quote_2_text":"White paint peeling on hood","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-steering-brake-lock","label":"Steering wheel lock during braking","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11154686","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2017 VELOSTER IN MAY 2018. BEGINNING IN MID AUGUST I STARTED TO HAVE PROBLEMS WITH THE CAR NOT STOPPING AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKING WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP. IT HAPPENED ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. ESCALATING EACH TIME. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED I ALMOST HIT","quote_2_odi":"11461281","quote_2_text":"The vacuum pump had an internal mechanical failure, resulting in complete failure of the airbag control module, electronic stability control system, power steering, ABS, and speedometer. These were all shown as warning lights on the dashboard, starting with the ESC, then","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2017,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11112259","quote_1_text":"ON TUESDAY, APRIL 10, 2018 JUST AFTER 7P THE SUNROOF EXPLODED - WITHOUT WARNING - WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON INTERSTATE 10 JUST EAST OF HOUSTON. IT HAD NOT BEEN STRUCK BY AN OBJECT AND THE HIGHWAY SURFACE IS SMOOTH CONCRETE. GLASS SHOWERED DOWN ON MY AND FLEW OFF THE ROOF","quote_2_odi":"11298032","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUN ROOF SHATTERED TODAY, 8 JAN 2019. MY CAR HAS 14, 200 MILES ON IT. THERE WAS SNOW ON THE TOP OF MY CAR (ON THE SUN ROOF). AFTER MY CAR WAS WARMED UP (AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT), I HEARD A STRANGE CRACKLING TYPE NOISE. I DID NOT SUSPECT IT WAS GLASS UNTIL I HIT A","quote_3_odi":"11141632","quote_3_text":"PULLING AWAY FROM RESIDENCE AND UPON TRYING TO OPEN SUN ROOF IT SHATTERED. VEHICLE BELONGS TO GRAND DAUGHTER AND SHE WAS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2019-clutch-failure-brakes","label":"Clutch pack and disc failure affecting brakes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11574427","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that it sounded as if the engine was revving without the accelerator pedal being depressed","quote_2_odi":"11349587","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE CLUTCH DISC DELAMINATED AND EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE PRESSURE PLATE, CLUTCH CYLINDER AND SEVERAL HYDRAULIC PARTS WERE ALSO DAMAGED. THIS ALSO CAUSED THE BRAKES TO STOP WORKING SINCE THE CLUTCH AND BRAKES SHARE A RESERVOIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2019-cold-weather-door-latch","label":"Driver's side door failing to open in cold weather","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11633614","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was parked in extremely cold weather, the driver’s side door failed to open or close as needed","quote_2_odi":"11437519","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE DOES NOT WORK ON THE OUTSIDE IN COLD WEATHER, THE CAR HAS TO BE ENTERED FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND OPENED FROM THE INSIDE","quote_3_odi":"11290142","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S DOOR WILL NOT OPEN/UNLATCH FROM THE OUTSIDE IN COLD WEATHER, I.E., BELOW 35 DEGREES, LOCKED OR UNLOCKED. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY, PARKED, TWICE IN THE DRIVEWAY, TWICE AWAY FROM THE HOUSE IN A PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2019-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall, power loss, and premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11667988","quote_1_text":"This car was recalled for a bad engine and because their computer would not throw off a code they refused to replace the bad engine. It has 60000 miles on it and has been well maintained","quote_2_odi":"11506275","quote_2_text":"Defective connecting rod bearings that wore out early, which can lead to engine failure and stalling which almost led to a car crash. The connecting-rod bearings in the engine that could wore out prematurely and damage the engine resulting in engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11517023","quote_3_text":"My engine is having the same issue as the other Hyundai Engines that have an active recall for it. The piston oil ring recall. My car is consuming 1qt of oil in roughly 800-1000 miles and burning it into the exhaust","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2019-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11753941","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with his two-year-old daughter in the vehicle, the automatic emergency braking system erroneously engaged and caused the vehicle to come to a stop, which almost caused a crash","quote_2_odi":"11268096","quote_2_text":"WHEN ENTERING AN INTERSECTION, MY COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM ENGAGED AND ABRUPTLY STOPPED THE CAR IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSECTION. THERE WERE SEVERAL CARS THAT HAD BEEN IN FRONT OF ME TURNING TO THE RIGHT BUT WERE WELL AHEAD OF ME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2019-rear-hatch-window-shatter","label":"Rear hatch window shattering when closing driver's door","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11255775","quote_1_text":"THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED SUDDENLY WHEN CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE TO THE REAR HATCH WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11255776","quote_2_text":"THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED SUDDENLY WHEN CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE TO THE REAR HATCH WINDOW","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2020-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine knocking, stalling, and piston oil-ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11656796","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11421676","quote_2_text":"On June 11th, 2021, as I was driving on the freeway my car lost all power. I was doing 65 in the second lane on the right. The sudden loss of power almost caused a semitruck to hit me","quote_3_odi":"11412950","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD 2 MOTOR REPLACEMENTS FROM TUPELO MISSISSIPPI BARNS CROSSING HYUNDAI AND ONE I HAD TO PAY PUT OF POCKET FOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2020-fuel-system-malfunction","label":"Fuel system leak and delivery failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11686504","quote_1_text":"Gas was shooting out of my gas tank cap, strong gasoline smells in and out side the vehicle, popping noise coming from the back from the gas tank expanding so much it pushed up the rear seat. This puts me and others at risk of fire, explosion and toxic exposure","quote_2_odi":"11570820","quote_2_text":"The contact's son owns a 2020 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact's son pulled over and restarted the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster","model_slug":"veloster","cluster_id":"veloster-2020-steering-warning-failure","label":"Steering assist warning light and lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11493545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving 15-20 MPH, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the power steering failed. The contact stated that he was able to drive to his residence by using physical strength to steer the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11595539","quote_2_text":"While driving my steering wheel will lock up and I’ll get an error message for lane keep assist on the dash. I never use lane keep assist so even when it’s off it does this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/veloster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2019-clutch-power-train-failure","label":"Clutch pack failure disables power and brakes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11349587","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE CLUTCH DISC DELAMINATED AND EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THE PRESSURE PLATE, CLUTCH CYLINDER AND SEVERAL HYDRAULIC PARTS WERE ALSO DAMAGED. THIS ALSO CAUSED THE BRAKES TO STOP WORKING SINCE THE CLUTCH AND BRAKES SHARE A RESERVOIR","quote_2_odi":"11574427","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The contact stated that it sounded as if the engine was revving without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The contact","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2019-door-wont-open-cold","label":"Driver door will not open from outside in cold","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11437519","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR HANDLE DOES NOT WORK ON THE OUTSIDE IN COLD WEATHER, THE CAR HAS TO BE ENTERED FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR AND OPENED FROM THE INSIDE","quote_2_odi":"11310315","quote_2_text":"IN TEMPERATURES BELOW 35 DEGREES, THE DRIVERS DOOR DOES NOT OPEN. IT CLEARLY MAKES AN UNLOCKING SOUND WHEN UNLOCK IS ACTIVATED, BUT THE HANDLE ACTS AS IF IT IS LOCKED. I HAVE TO CRAWL THROUGH ANOTHER DOOR TO OPEN IT FROM THE INSIDE. ONLY THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS EFFECTED, AND IT","quote_3_odi":"11633614","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was parked in extremely cold weather, the driver’s side door failed to open or close as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2019-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Rod bearing or piston ring failure seizes engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11567830","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle the engine stalled in the middle of a turn. We were able to safely move the vehicle to the side of the road immediately out of harms way. The engine would not restart despite adding oil. Prior to the engine stalling there was a light knocking noise but","quote_2_odi":"11506275","quote_2_text":"Defective connecting rod bearings that wore out early, which can lead to engine failure and stalling which almost led to a car crash. The connecting-rod bearings in the engine that could wore out prematurely and damage the engine resulting in engine failure. This created","quote_3_odi":"11460907","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2019 Hyundai Veloster. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the engine seized. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that a faulty oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2019,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2019-rear-hatch-glass-shatter","label":"Rear hatch glass shatters spontaneously","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11255775","quote_1_text":"THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED SUDDENLY WHEN CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE TO THE REAR HATCH WINDOW","quote_2_odi":"11255776","quote_2_text":"THE REAR HATCH WINDOW SHATTERED SUDDENLY WHEN CLOSING THE DRIVER'S DOOR. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY IN DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE TO THE REAR HATCH WINDOW","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2022-blind-spot-monitor-tire-change","label":"Blind spot monitor malfunction after tire change","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11509977","quote_1_text":"After replacing the tires with the same size tires on the OEM wheels the blind spot monitoring system malfunctions. The lights in the side view mirrors flash and the audible blind spot warning alerts nearly every time the blinker is used. I have contacted Hyundai Consumer…","quote_2_odi":"11498916","quote_2_text":"After changing from stock summer tires to all season tires; the Blind Spot Monitoring system malfunctioned and no longer works. There is no dealer fix for this problem.","quote_3_odi":"11489781","quote_3_text":"After changing to tires (michelin pilot sport all season) that can handle lower temperatures than the Pirelli PZero, the BSM system is now giving false alerts, and is unreliable.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2022-eps-lane-departure-failure","label":"Power steering loss with lane departure warning","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11739129","quote_1_text":"The steering system failed while driving down the highway on two different ocassions. I got a warning message saying the driver att warning sys had malfunctioned (it wasn't on a the time) then after that message disappeared, I had a red light in the \"steering column\" symbol in the…","quote_2_odi":"11696028","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2022 Hyundai Veloster N (around 44,000 miles), the steering system suddenly failed without warning. All lane departure and steering warning lights came on, and the steering wheel locked hard to the left, causing the car to veer into oncoming traffic. I…","quote_3_odi":"11698402","quote_3_text":"While driving, I would randomly get an alert saying “check lane departure assist system” along with my power steering going completely out. If I restart the car, sometimes it fixes the issue until it happens again randomly. Sometimes it wont happen for a week, sometimes…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2022-fuel-injector-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure with power loss and misfires","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11681686","quote_1_text":"3 separate injectors have misfired, causing very low power to the acceleration of the vehicle, and creating a safety hazard to drive. There is a misfire engine light. The dealership has inspected these injectors and determined that the OEM parts are prone to misfire. This is a…","quote_2_odi":"11578268","quote_2_text":"There have been two instances of fuel injector failures on the 2022 Veloster in within 20,000 miles. The first instance (cylinder 2) occurred at approximately 7,000 miles. The car experienced a sudden loss of power, followed by misfires and smoke from the tailpipe and the…","quote_3_odi":"11699607","quote_3_text":"Vehicle stalled after misfire in cylinder 4. No signs of problems prior to failure of injector number 4 at 14000 miles. Upon investigating prior history of vehicle owner, customer reported misfire on cylinder 2, and 4 at 3 thousand miles. Technician replaced injector 2 only.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2022-limp-mode-water-intrusion","label":"Engine limp mode in rain or car wash","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11569091","quote_1_text":"July 26th 2023 at around noon CDT, when I ran into a relatively heavy downpour. I was traveling at 65mph on a hwy before the rain, then slowed down to almost 50mph due to the rain. There was a vehicle behind me when all of sudden the my cars CEL started flashing, and the car…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veloster N","model_slug":"veloster-n","cluster_id":"veloster-n-2022-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11727782","quote_1_text":"Driving over small bumps when power steering suddenly failed and power steering light came on dash. Steering became very heavy and difficult to control","quote_2_odi":"11689129","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the dashboard illuminated with power steering & lane departure warnings. Upon this happening, the power steering did fail, and would not come back on regardless of the driving mode (2022 Hyundai Veloster N). Because of my high speed, I was able…","quote_3_odi":"11662217","quote_3_text":"Driving the vehicle when arriving to my destination going a speed below 10 mph, the steering became extremely heavy and an alert showed on the cluster screen stating \"power steering failed\". I had to exert substantial physical effort to maneuver the vehicle to a safe location…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/veloster-n","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2020-accelerator-brake-pedal-gap","label":"Accelerator pedal set lower than brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11438000","quote_1_text":"I've owned my Venue for just over a year, and overall I like it very much. However, I need to inform you of a major design flaw that can cause serious injuries to the occupants, or worse, cause fatalities. In a nutshell, the at-rest accelerator position is some two inches lower","quote_2_odi":"11638981","quote_2_text":"Position of accelerator and brake pedals is dangerous and potentially fatal. The brake pedal is significantly higher than the accelerator, often causing the driver's foot to slip onto the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2020-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11511286","quote_1_text":"The horn has stopped working. Checked the fuse and it was good still. This is a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11422411","quote_2_text":"The horn on my steering wheel has stopped working for the second time even after malfunctioning and broken part was replaced a few months ago","quote_3_odi":"11736888","quote_3_text":"The car horn stopped working. Replaced the fuse and still not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2020-lane-keep-fca-malfunction","label":"Lane keep assist and forward collision avoidance malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11353299","quote_1_text":"I BELIEVE THAT THE LANE ASSIST FEATURE MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO COLLIDED HEAD ON WITH ON COMING TRAFFIC.. THE CAR TOOK OVER CONTROL OF THE STEERING AND INSTEAD OF NUDGING THE CAR TO THE RIGHT DURING A CURVE ON THE ROAD IT OVERPOWERED THE DRIVER AND PULLED THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11450889","quote_2_text":"The lane departure system is great though it moves the wheel quite a bit. My issue is, when the vehicle is passing an intersection with active lane departure on, it pulls the vehicle toward medians and forces the driver to pull it back into the center of the lane","quote_3_odi":"11364766","quote_3_text":"FORWARD COLLISION-AVOIDANCE ASSIST IS NOT WORKING! I NOTICED ONLINE, OTHERS ARE REPORTING THE SAME ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2020-seatbelt-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Seat belt recall 22V458000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11473003","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall Number22V458000....dealership wont look or fix the car. keeps saying \"REMEDY NOT AVAILABLE\"","quote_2_odi":"11481986","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Venue. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V458000 (Seat Belts) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11517511","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated that when the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for an unrelated repair, the mechanic made him aware that the VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V458000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2020,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2020-transmission-rpm-surge-stall","label":"Transmission RPM surge with loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11566658","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway around 65mph. I saw my RPM gauge going up and down from 2k rpms up to 4k rps and the vehicle was jerking. The car felt like it was going to turn off. The vehicle RPMs spiked all the way to 7k RPMs and the car started to lose power","quote_2_odi":"11503635","quote_2_text":"Initially experienced a strange minor revving of RPMs up and down when I had sustained pressure on the gas pedal at highway speeds. The gas pedal slowly became less responsive and, after a short time, I lost all ability to accelerate the vehicle and needed to pull over on the","quote_3_odi":"11437775","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Hyundai Venue. The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle would inadvertently change gears and there was a discrepancy between the vehicle speed and the odometer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-backup-camera-on-in-drive","label":"Backup camera remaining active in drive and neutral","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11560029","quote_1_text":"The backup camera stays on even in neutral and drive mode. In reverse the guide lines are present, however they are not present when in drive or neutral but the camera remains on. This is a safety hazard because it is very distracting to drive forward with live video on the  8\"…","quote_2_odi":"11560797","quote_2_text":"This is a follow up to # 11560029, submitted 12/13/2023. On 12/14/2023, dealership updated the display software that I also previously updated on my own. Dealership unable to update navigation software because my car doesn't have navigation installed.  Back up camera issue still…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-carplay-navigation-dropout","label":"Wireless CarPlay and navigation dropout while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11383137","quote_1_text":"CAR PLAY CONTINUOUSLY DROPS OUT AND NO WAY TO CONNECT THROUGH USB.  THE ONLY WAY TO HAVE NAVIGTION IS TO USE THE WIRELESS AND SEVERAL  TIMES THE MAPS DROPPED OUT ALTHOUGH WE HAD CELLULAR SERVICE AND THE MAP WENT BLANK WHILE NAVIGATING AND MISSED TURNOFF AND ALMOST HAD ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11403013","quote_2_text":"THE OTHER FAULT I HAVE NOTICED IS THAT THE APPLECAR PLAY OR THE DISPLAY ITSELF LOSES ITS CONNECTION BETWEEN APPLE CARPLAY AND THE DISPLAY. THIS CAUSES THE DRIVER TO LOSE ATTENTION FROM THE ROAD AND THE DRIVER LOSES ACCESS TO THE VISUAL MAP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-engine-failure-egr","label":"Engine failure, rough idle, and EGR valve concern","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616030","quote_1_text":"Loss of drive power and rough idle. Intermittent no start due to voltage drop. Suspected shorted egr valve causing multiple parts on the same circut to go bad.   Brought the car to dealer for the 6th time due to loss of power while driving and rough idle","quote_2_odi":"11607815","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Hyundai venue at or around 43,000 miles, certified pre owned, and bought January 2024 while at a gas station parking lot. Started my vehicle and put it in reverse to leave gas station began smoking, as I put it back in drive to get out of traffic was a loud noise and I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-headlight-illumination","label":"Headlight low illumination range at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11438573","quote_1_text":"When I turned on the headlights, I was shocked to find that they only illuminate a very small portion of the road, hindering my ability to see traffic in front of me, or anything else that may be on the road beyond a few feet. It's as if I'm driving in a dark tunnel","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-horn-inoperability","label":"Horn inoperability and intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11536540","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the horn had become inoperable. The contact also stated that the horn had been replaced on three previous occasions for the same failure. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 7,000","quote_2_odi":"11481171","quote_2_text":"I have had my horn fail 4 or 5 times since owning the car. It first failed when I got the car and somehow the horn wires has came loose. The second time it failed it completely failed and was replaced under warranty. The horn that was replaced the under warranty failed over the…","quote_3_odi":"11403013","quote_3_text":"THE HORN STARTED LOSING VOLUME BUT WOULD REGAIN IT BACK ONCE THE WEATHER WARMED UP. I HAVE TO PARK OVERNIGHT OUTDOORS FOR WORK AND WHEN IT SNOWS AND GETS BETWEEN 20-25 DEGREES OUTSIDE, THE HORN STARTS BEING SYMPTOMATIC. NOW IT DOESN'T WORK AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-powertrain-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration and transmission slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11598743","quote_1_text":"Lost all acceleration and car started bucking while making a a left through oncoming traffic narrowly avoiding getting t boned on passenger side of vehicle with my child on that side of vehicle.  No check engine light or codes during or after incident. Even though the car was…","quote_2_odi":"11450998","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while at various speeds the vehicle would not accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was not diagnosed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-seatbelt-malfunction","label":"Seat belt inadvertent disconnection and warning light","component_code":"SEAT BELTS:FRONT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11481760","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the front driver’s side seat belt inadvertently disconnected. No warning lights were illuminated. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer had been notified of the failure. The failure mileage was…","quote_2_odi":"11495156","quote_2_text":"The seat belt light comes on continually on my new Kia.  I've been advised there is a safety recall on the seat belt system / defect and received a letter regarding it.  I've contacted the dealer several times (3 times) and they always state there is a \"nationwide back order\" on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2021,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2021-steering-lockup-loss-of-power","label":"Steering lockup and unexpected loss of vehicle power","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11528474","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he made a left turn, and the steering wheel became firm and difficult to maneuver. The contact then stated that the electronic power steering warning light and the safety and steering features warning lights…","quote_2_odi":"11439004","quote_2_text":"My daughter was driving the car and about to go around a turn when she says her steering locked up and she ran over a curb on the opposite side of the road, popping two tires. She was going slow enough at the time that there were no injuries, only damage to the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2022-fuel-door-latch","label":"Fuel door latch and fuel cap failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:FUELING/CHARGING DOOR/HATCH/PORT:LATCH/LOCK RELEASE SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11508259","quote_1_text":"The gas door will not open when the lever is pulled. My safety is put at risk because if i was running out of gas, I would not be able to put gas in the  car. Thank God I was not out of town. I have to take a plastic fork or knife, slide it in the crevice and then pull the lever…","quote_2_odi":"11546304","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. Additionally, there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the fuel cap, but the failure persisted.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2022-horn-inoperative","label":"Horn inoperative or intermittent failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:CONTROL MODULE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737529","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the horn was inoperable. The failure nearly caused a collision. Additionally, the theft alarm system was also inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and a second dealer, Green Hyundai (601 W Stanford Ave…","quote_2_odi":"11566553","quote_2_text":"Twice in the last year (2/23/23 and 1/17/24), the horn has failed and when trying to have the dealer and manufacturer diagnosed the issue, they give me the runaround has been taking it into the dealer. They are unable to replicate the issue. However, they also indicate that it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2022-infotainment-rearview-screen","label":"Infotainment screen and rearview camera not activating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11596389","quote_1_text":"When the car is started, the radio screen sometimes stays off. When this happens, the only way to resolve it is to shut off the car, open the door, and then restart the car. This issue occurs randomly, and when it does, there is no rear-view camera available, which poses a…","quote_2_odi":"11749383","quote_2_text":"When I drive my 2022 Hyundai venue, when I put it in reverse and the camera comes on, it works fine but when I go back to drive after backing out of my parking space, the camera is still visible from behind and the only way it goe off the screen is if I put the car in park and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2022-seatbelt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt pretensioner recall parts unavailability","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11483724","quote_1_text":"Hyundai is not taking action to repair the recall for the pretensioner.  It has been 90 days since the recall and I have been unable to get the vehicle fixed because the parts are on national backorder.  The dealer has informed me that there is NO ETA for the parts to arrive","quote_2_odi":"11514200","quote_2_text":"Hyundai issued a recall on 06/27/22 to repair part of the seat belt pretensioner, and they continue to send reminders to have the repair.  However, they are out of the required part and according to dealers they will not give an ETA for delivery of the part","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2022,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"venue-2022-steering-pull-vibration","label":"Steering pull, vibration, and knocking","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11485996","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel would vibrate without warning, causing her to lose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the service mechanics could not duplicate the failure. The contact then stated…","quote_2_odi":"11486451","quote_2_text":"MY VENUE HAS 2100 MILES ON IT. IT HAS PULLED TO THE RIGHT SINCE DAY ONE. IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP SINCE AUGUST 13TH, 2022. THE DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED THE REAR AXLE AND THAT DIDNT FIX IT, THEN THEY SENT IT TO A BODY SHOP FOR A FEW WEEKS TO SEE IF THE FRAME IS STRAIGHT AND THEY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"hyundai-venue-2023-adas-warning-malfunction","label":"Driver assistance warning system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11683083","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 20-22 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Keep Assist, and Blind Spot warning lights illuminated, along with several other unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11647179","quote_2_text":"Rear ended another car and emergency brake never went on. Got a beeping noise after the car in front of me was hit","quote_3_odi":"11525607","quote_3_text":"Upon driving the Hyundai Venue the lane assistance feature would repeatedly sound an alert that the car was drifting out of the lane and proceed to yank the wheel in order to keep the car inside the lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"hyundai-venue-2023-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11544840","quote_1_text":"Horn failed in the vehicle at approximately 4400 miles. Serviced by a Hyundai dealership, but had to wait nearly a month for it to be replaced. No warning lights or messages in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11627456","quote_2_text":"The original horn failed after about a year and 15,000 miles. Replaced with dealer and new horn failed after about 6 months and 7,000 miles. Only realized after having to avoid a collision and being unable to use my horn","quote_3_odi":"11637125","quote_3_text":"Horn keeps going out on its own. There’s a recall from 2020 to 2022 Hyundai venues but not for 23 or newer. It’s the same part since 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"hyundai-venue-2023-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to engine wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11571712","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that rodents had entered the vehicle and chewed the wiring in the engine compartment. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the wiring needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11541449","quote_2_text":"While driving home from a trip , the car suddenly lost power . and engine light came on an then transmission light overheating light came on . I was near a town pulled over and had car towed to nearest Hyundai dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2023,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Venue","model_slug":"venue","cluster_id":"hyundai-venue-2023-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11516437","quote_1_text":"Flat tire. Right rear. Outside sidewall separated. Hankook tire,185/65R15 88H, DOT 1T&DF 1B HO 4222, H436 19477","quote_2_odi":"11516441","quote_2_text":"Flat tire, outer sidewall separation, Hankook tire, 185/65R15 88H, DOT 1T7DF 1B HO 4222, H436 19477. I originally filed this complaint under \"car\" under complaint number 11516437","quote_3_odi":"11699617","quote_3_text":"THIS IS A 2032 HYUNDAI VENUE WITH 21,000 MILES, ALL THE COMPLIMENTARY INSPECTIONS DONE BY HUYNDAI NORTHWEST IN HOUSTON. WE HAD TO CHANGE THE 4 TIRES DUE TO ABNORAL WEAR AND TEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/hyundai/venue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2010-alternator-oil-leak-stall","label":"Oil leak onto alternator causing stall or loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11743441","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that after starting the engine and shifting into drive(D), the engine immediately shut off. The vehicle could not be restarted, and the battery failed","quote_2_odi":"11420600","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated while driving 35-40 mph, the vehicle loss motive power and the brakes and steering wheel became firm. The battery and check engine warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11361212","quote_3_text":"FOR THE 2ND TIME AFTER PER HYUNDAI A PREVIOUSLY RECALLED ISSUE WAS REPAIRED, MY ALTERNATOR FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. THE PREVIOUS RECALL IS NUMBER: 14V415000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2010-brake-light-switch-recall","label":"Brake light switch and brake system defects","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11586559","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, she observed that the vehicle was leaking brake fluid. The ABS warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11282734","quote_2_text":"WHEN PRESS THE BRAKES THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON. THE VEHICLE REAR LIGHTS ARE ON BUT THE BRAKES LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS PUSHED WHEN HAVING TO STOP OR SLOW DOWN","quote_3_odi":"10559475","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKES FAILED TO PROPERLY STOP MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ WHILE DRIVING ON A PRIMARY ARTERIAL ROAD. THERE WAS NO INDICATION OF ANY BRAKE FAILURE OR WARNING LIGHT PRIOR TO THIS BRAKING FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2010-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11220689","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE IN THE PROCESS OF TURNING THE VEHICLE AROUND FROM A HILL, THE FRONT PASSENGER NOTICED THAT THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11175716","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE'S ENGINE COMPARTMENT BURST INTO FLAMES WHILE I WAS DRIVING, WITHOUT ANY WARNING, THERE WAS NO COLLISION. COMPLETELY DESTROYED ENTIRE FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"11139933","quote_3_text":"MY WAS HUSBAND WAS DROPPING ME OFF AT WORK DRIVING BACK HOME WHICH IS LESS THAN 5MINUTES FROM MY JOB ON A STREET THERE WAS A LOUD POP AND THE DRIVER ON THE SIDE WAS YELLING THE CAR WAS ON FIRE HE PULLED OVER TOOK MY SWEATER OUT OF THE VEHICLE AND PUT THE FIRE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2010-esc-loss-of-acceleration","label":"ESC activation with loss of acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11485097","quote_1_text":"Our ESC light comes on occasionally, many times when making a left turn. Then the throttle quits and the car slows down. We had it in the shop 6 times with no repair","quote_2_odi":"10537061","quote_2_text":"ON 8/1/2013, WHILE DRIVING AT 35-40 MPH, THE CAR LOST ACCELERATION (ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT PRESSING GAS PEDAL HAD NO EFFECT ON ENGINE RPMS, BRAKES AND STEERING FUNCTIONED CORRECTLY), AND \"ESC\" (NOT \"ESC OFF\") DASH LIGHT STARTED FLASHING","quote_3_odi":"10521969","quote_3_text":"MY CAR LOST ACCELERATION AND ESC LIGHT TURNED ON WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 40 MILE/HR. THE CAR WAS PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2010,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2010-interior-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11014917","quote_1_text":"BOTH OF THE FRONT INSIDE DOOR HANDLES WHICH ARE PLASTIC, HAVE BROKEN. THE RESULT OF THIS IS THAT YOU MUST ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS & REACH OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE TO OPEN THE DOORS IN ORDER TO GET OUT OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10863838","quote_2_text":"WITHIN THE LAST WEEK THE INTERIOR HANDLES HAVE BROKEN ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOORS. THE DRIVERS SIDE PASSENGER DOOR WILL ONLY OPEN FROM THE OUTSIDE MAKING IT UNSAFE TO ALLOW ANYONE TO RIDE THERE UNTIL IT IS REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"10690004","quote_3_text":"SINCE ABOUT MAY OR JUNE OF 2013, 3 OUT OF 4 INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES HAVE BROKEN ON MY 2010 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ. THIS IS NOT JUST COINCIDENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-abs-recall-delay","label":"Antilock brake recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11628593","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11557030","quote_2_text":"My system has not failed at this point. However, I am very concerned about the potential ABS brake potential fire hazard. I have always kept my vehicle in the garage. Now I have to expose it to weather conditions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-headlight-turn-signal-flicker","label":"Headlight shutoff when turn signal activated","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10992225","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING WITH HEADLIGHTS ON, WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS USED, THE HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF. THIS HAPPENED ONCE PRIOR TO THIS VEHICLE AND THE DEALER REPLACED THE SWITCH ASSEMBLY UNDER WARRANTY","quote_2_odi":"10641595","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS FLASH/FLICKER AND/OR TURN OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS WHEN RIGHT TURN INDICATOR IS ACTIVATED WHILE HEADLIGHT SWITCH IS IN THE \"ON\" POSITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-interior-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle and latch mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10562891","quote_1_text":"IN THE 2.5 YEARS I'VE OWNED MY 2011 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ, 4 DOOR HANDLES HAVE BROKEN FROM THE INSIDE. THE FIRST HAPPENED WITHIN A YEAR OF OWNING THE CAR AND WAS THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"10508468","quote_2_text":"WHEN OPENING THE DOOR, THE INTERIOR DRIVER'S DOOR HANDLE WAS CATCHING ON THE DOOR PANEL. THIS WENT ON FOR SEVERAL MONTHS UNTIL I PULLED THE MECHANISM TO OPEN THE DOOR AND THE HANDLE BROKE","quote_3_odi":"11142956","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE PASSENGER DOOR FLEW OPEN WHEN THE DRIVER MADE A LEFT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-oil-leak-alternator-failure","label":"Oil leak from valve cover gasket onto alternator","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11679195","quote_1_text":"This is related to a repeat failure of recalls 121/197 of the 2011 Hyundai Veracruz. Oil leaks down from the top valve gasket onto the alternator causing a random and erratic electrical disturbance and failure that can happen at any time causing serious risk of safety","quote_2_odi":"10519790","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE SUFFERS FROM DESIGN/MANUFACTURE DEFECT. THE VALVE COVER GASKET IS DEFECTIVE. IT LEAKS OIL WHICH FOULS THE ALTERNATOR RESULTING IN CATASTROPHIC LOSS OF ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS INCLUDING TRANSMISSION FUNCTION AND STEERING CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10683362","quote_3_text":"CAR SLOWED DOWN AND FINELY QUITE RUNNING. CAR WAS TOWED TO BLOOMINGTON HYUNDAI. REPAIR WAS ACCOMPLISHED AND RECALL WAS ACCOMPLISHED BY CHANGING ALTERNATOR,GASKET CHANGE DONE ON LEFT BANK,AND BATTERY WAS REPLACED. RECALL #121 WAS ACCOMPLISHED AT THAT TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-powertrain-clunk-deceleration","label":"Powertrain clunk noise during deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10564194","quote_1_text":"THIS REPORT IS BEING FILED OUT OF MY CONCERN FOR THE TRANSMISSION'S INTEGRITY AND PERFORMANCE; A PROBLEM THAT DOESN'T SEEM TO EXIST TO DEALERSHIP MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL","quote_2_odi":"10681762","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK AT 55 MPH MY 2011 HYUNDAI VERACRUZ MADE A CLUNK SOUND FROM THE ENGINE AREA AND STARTING DROPPING SPEED TO AROUND 20MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-tpms-false-warning","label":"Tire pressure monitor light illuminating without cause","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10640793","quote_1_text":"THE TPMS LIGHT CONTINUES TO GO ON AND OFF. SO DOES THE TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT. THE TIRES ARE PROPERLY FILLED. I SEE THAT I AM NOT ALONE","quote_2_odi":"10425734","quote_2_text":"SINCE ABOUT 800 MILES THE TPMS LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON AND STAYS LIT FOR A WHILE AND THEN SHUTS OFF,. ON A RECENT TRIP, THE LIGHT CAME ON AND OFF MORE THAN 10 TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2011,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Accelerator pedal uncommanded acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11422001","quote_1_text":"At about 60mph in a passing lane going up a fairly steep hill, I pressed the accelerator to downshift while passing. The accelerator pedal pulled away from my foot toward the floor. The car began uncontrollably accelerating","quote_2_odi":"10447654","quote_2_text":"I PULLED INTO A GAS STATION AT A LOW SPEED; THERE WERE FOUR PUMPS IN LINE. AT THE FIRST ONE A CAR WAS BEING FUELED SO I WANED TO MOVE TO THE SECOND PUMP","quote_3_odi":"10552231","quote_3_text":"ALREADY FILED ODI NUMBER 10447654; REQUEST STATUS OF INVESTIGATION. THERE HAVE OTHER REPORTED INCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-airbag-component","label":"Air bag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11586452","quote_1_text":"Dashboard is literally disintegrating into many small pieces. The area over the passenger airbag will come at the passenger as plastic shrapnel. It will also probably affect the force the bag has when inflated","quote_2_odi":"11447573","quote_2_text":"Tracy Hyundai indicated that the clock spring is fine, however there is a faulty passenger side occupant sensor. The fault code cleared; however this creates a safety issue as it is unknown if the front passenger airbags would deploy in the event of an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-alternator-battery-failure","label":"Alternator and battery failure from recurring oil leak","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10971949","quote_1_text":"JULY 2014: EXPERIENCED SUDDEN PROGRESSIVE ELECTRICAL FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. DISCOVERED ALTERNATOR FOULED BY LEAKING OIL. VALVE COVER GASKET, ALTERNATOR REPLACED AT DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11140619","quote_2_text":"ALTERNATOR VOLTAGE GOES FROM 11.7 TO 13.2 WITH NO CHANGE IN LOADS. CAN VISUALLY SEE OIL LEAK ON ALTERNATOR. LEAK WAS RECALLED IN 2014 WAS SUPPOSED TO BE CORRECTED NOW RE-OCCURRING","quote_3_odi":"11422812","quote_3_text":"I have owned this vehicle for six years, and have already had to replace the alternator TWICE (2015 & 2019) due to the very same issue with the oil leak on the alternator","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-brake-recall-parts","label":"Service brakes hydraulic recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11608339","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Hyundai Veracruz. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount","quote_2_odi":"11557779","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V651000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the","quote_3_odi":"11590375","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after picking up the vehicle from the dealer, the contact became aware that the battery warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the battery warning light disappeared when the A/C was turned on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight flicker during turn signal or auto mode use","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11112248","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS TURNING ON AND OFF WHILE DRIVING. APPEARS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH/STALK ON STEERING WHEEL. HAPPENS WHILE STOPPED, DRIVING ON STREETS AND HIGHWAYS","quote_2_odi":"10786718","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE HEADLIGHTS ON, THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD GO OFF COMPLETELY FOR A MOMENT (PERHAPS ONE TO TWO SECONDS) WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS USED","quote_3_odi":"11141709","quote_3_text":"OVER THE PAST YEAR I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN MY LIGHT DIAL IS IN THE \"ON\" POSITION AND SIGNALING RIGHT WITH THE TURN SIGNAL STALK IN CITY CONDITIONS (5-30 MPH) MY HEADLIGHTS (AND DASH LIGHTS) WILL FLICKER OFF AND BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-oil-leak-alternator","label":"Engine oil leak onto alternator causing stall or no-start","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11402643","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. PEARSON HYUNDAI (9530 MIDLOTHIAN TURNPIKE, RICHMOND, VA 23235) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS ENGINE OIL LEAKING ONTO","quote_2_odi":"11421661","quote_2_text":"Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to an independent mechanic who informed him that the cover gasket had leaked oil onto the alternator. The contact had both the alternator and the cover gasket replaced","quote_3_odi":"11018693","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, SMOKE WAS SEEN UNDER THE HOOD. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE ONTO THE ALTERNATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2012,"make":"Hyundai","make_slug":"hyundai","model":"Veracruz","model_slug":"veracruz","cluster_id":"veracruz-2012-structure-interior","label":"Interior structural component breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11480861","quote_1_text":"It started with the back seat interior locks sticking. It has now turned into the back seat interior handle broken off. The other side is barely hanging on","quote_2_odi":"11162394","quote_2_text":"GLASS SUN ROOF WOULD NOT CLOSE AND STUCK IN OPEN POSITION. HYUNDAI DEALER'S REPORT IS THAT TRACKS ARE CRACKED OPEN DUE TO SUN DAMAGE. ALSO THAT VALVE COVERS ARE LEAKING ON TO THE ALTERNATER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/hyundai/veracruz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/hyundai"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-brake-fluid-line-loss","label":"Brake fluid loss and brake line damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629231","quote_1_text":"The brake warning light came on as the vehicle was failing","quote_2_odi":"11611042","quote_2_text":"In vehicles like mine, which are fitted with the auxiliary battery, the battery can burp acid through a breather tube. this tube is located in a place where the acid will be discharged onto the brake lines","quote_3_odi":"11675570","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while taking his children to daycare and driving 35 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-door-latch-opens-driving","label":"Door handle button sticks and door swings open while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11638036","quote_1_text":"Vehicle doors are swinging open while driving with no warning. Door does not then latch close. This has happened with multiple doors at various times","quote_2_odi":"11642775","quote_2_text":"The exterior door handle button on all 4 passenger doors becomes stuck and prevents the door latch from functioning properly when the door is closing as it fails to latch to the receiver mechanism on the door frame","quote_3_odi":"11592085","quote_3_text":"The rear door handles of the vehicle get stuck in the open position and do not always latch. When driving the vehicle the doors then swing open. Clearly this is a tremendous safety hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-highway-steering-control","label":"Loss of steering control at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566813","quote_1_text":"Driving at highway speeds--55-65 mph--the vehicle is all over the road. I am very concerned that there is a problem with the steering engineering making this vehicle dangerous on highways (as opposed to off-road)","quote_2_odi":"11737172","quote_2_text":"While driving my Ineos Grenadier in the middle of the Arizona desert, the steering suddenly became difficult to control due to a tie rod nut coming loose. The vehicle began wandering and required constant correction to maintain control","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-hvac-excessive-heat","label":"HVAC system blowing excessively hot air","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671395","quote_1_text":"There appears to be some electrical malfunction that causes the air conditioning to produce exceptionally hot air. It can only end when the air conditioning system is turned all the way off","quote_2_odi":"11666766","quote_2_text":"When operating the HVAC system on Air Conditioning, the system will direct heat from the engine bay without any temperature management resulting in hot engine air being sent through the HVAC system and out to the vents","quote_3_odi":"11689392","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the A/C was activated; however, there was extremely hot air blowing out of the vents","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-tow-brake-controller-wiring","label":"Tow package wiring incompatible with brake controller","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724140","quote_1_text":"While the Grenadier does not offer an Electric Brake Controller as an an option, they do market the vehicle as being pre-wired to accept aftermarket controller thereby allowing the vehicle to pull the maximum tow weight of 7600 pounds","quote_2_odi":"11602831","quote_2_text":"After numerous attempts, the dealership is unable to have the installed recommended break Controller (Redarc) successfully send a break signal to the towing wiring harness, meaning that I cannot tow vehicles safely in line with the vehicle's advertized specifications","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2024,"make":"INEOS","make_slug":"ineos","model":"Grenadier","model_slug":"grenadier","cluster_id":"grenadier-2024-windshield-stress-cracks","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720781","quote_1_text":"Windsheild experienced a thermal crack that followed the length of the windscreen defrost vent. The crack began at each end of the vent traveled up about 2 inches and went horizontally across to the other end of the vent","quote_2_odi":"11641077","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while driving at a slow speed and not in the vicinity of other vehicles, I heard a sudden cracking noise and noticed a crack had appeared on my windshield","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ineos/grenadier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ineos"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"EX35","model_slug":"ex35","cluster_id":"infiniti-ex35-2011-airbag-occupancy-takata","label":"Airbag occupancy sensor and Takata recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11543567","quote_1_text":"Front passenger airbag occupancy sensor fails leading to inactivation of front passenger airbag. Dealership says that a repair solution is not available","quote_2_odi":"10894841","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI EX35. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V349000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10785191","quote_3_text":"ISSUE: PASSENGER SEAT BELT LIGHT CONTINUES TO REMAIN ON AFTER THE PASSENGER IS NO LONGER SITTING ON THE SEAT. ROOT CAUSE FROM DEALER: DEFECTIVE PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/ex35","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"EX35","model_slug":"ex35","cluster_id":"infiniti-ex35-2011-battery-electrical-lockout","label":"Battery drain and electrical lockout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11182031","quote_1_text":"HERE IS A COPY OF A BLOG. I HAVE BOUGHT 6 BATTERY'S IN 4 YEARS. I HAVE BEEN STRANDED WITH THE FAMILY LATE AT NIGHT PAID FOR MANY TOW TRUCKS. TAKEN MY CAR TO INFINITY DEALERS WITH NO SUCCESS","quote_2_odi":"10597944","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M56X. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO START THE VEHICLE. HOWEVER, SHORTLY AFTER THE BATTERY DIED, THE LIGHTS FAILED AND THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY LOCKED, LEAVING THE CONTACT TRAPPED IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/ex35","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"EX35","model_slug":"ex35","cluster_id":"infiniti-ex35-2011-door-lock-actuator-cold","label":"Door lock actuator failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11498642","quote_1_text":"My drivers side door lock actuator does not allow the drivers door to be opened if its below 30 degrees Fahrenheit. We just got a bomb cyclone bringing snow and for the second winter in a row (new actuator installed last winter for same complaint) my actuator has failed","quote_2_odi":"11465789","quote_2_text":"The door lock actuators fail to work for the doors both inside and outside if the temperature gets below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. (Also within this weather, my outer door handle which is physically attached to said actuator) has broken off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/ex35","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"EX35","model_slug":"ex35","cluster_id":"infiniti-ex35-2011-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine stall and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10616769","quote_1_text":"THIS CAR HAD AN UNEXPLAINED EPISODE OF SUDDEN ENGINE POWER LOSS AND DECELERATION FOLLOWED BY ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND TEMPORARY INABILITY TO RESTART THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10595869","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO RESOLVE THIS PROBLEM THROUGH INFINITI SERVICE CENTER SINCE WE BOUGHT THE CAR 10 MONTHS AGO WITH ONLY 28K MILES. THE VEHICLE HAS SEVERE HESITATION WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE IMMEDIATELY AFTER SLOWING OR STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/ex35","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"EX35","model_slug":"ex35","cluster_id":"infiniti-ex35-2011-timing-chain-recall","label":"Timing chain wear tied to service campaign","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11438773","quote_1_text":"I love this vehicle but it's suddenly started having a rough idle and with a scan tool detects multiple misfires and several codes due to timing, in which case the timing chain has been worn out","quote_2_odi":"11181548","quote_2_text":"I STARTED THE CAR UP AND STARTED TO DRIVE TO WORK ABOUT 3 MILES INTO DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON FOLLOWED BY REVS WITH NO POWER OR SPEED GAIN AND THE VEHICLE WAS GIVING ME AROUND 15MPH TO THE POINT WHERE I COULDN'T GAIN MUCH MORE SPEED AND HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10645053","quote_3_text":"MY SOLENOID SWITCH WENT BAD ON ME AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED, TOOK IT TO THE INFINITI DEALERSHIP AND THEY CORRECTED THE PROBLEM SO I THOUGHT UNTIL OCT 13 WHEN I KEPT HEARING THIS NOISE COMING FROM MY HOOK LIKE A SQUEALING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/ex35","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"g37-2010-convertible-top-failure","label":"Convertible top mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11399104","quote_1_text":"INFINIT HAS ISSUES WITH THEIR CONVERTIBLE TOP MECHANISM. THEY RUN A METAL TO PLASTIC GEAR THAT STRIPS AND FAILS. THIS CAUSES THE TOP TO SOMETIMES STOP MID CYCLE AND THROW AN ERROR CODE","quote_2_odi":"11093285","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS HAD SIGNIFICANT ISSUES WITH THE CONVERTIBLE ROOF OPERATION SINCE PURCHASE WITH SERVICE FROM THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES A YEAR. DEALER KEEPS THE CAR FOR SEVERAL WEEKS EACH VISIT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"g37-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking, melting, or sticky surface","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11321282","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS MELTING. THIS CREATES ASHINE THAT CAUSES A REFLECTION OFF THE WINDSHIELD THAT MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO SEE DURING CERTAIN DAYLIGHT CONDITIONS","quote_2_odi":"11163203","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2010 INFINITI G 37 CONVERTIBLE, CURRENTLY WITH 46,000 MILES. ALWAYS GARAGED WHEN NOT BEING DRIVEN BOTH AT WORK AND HOME. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE DASHBOARD IS SOFT AND RANDOM CRACKS APPEARED AT TWO DIFFERENT LOCATIONS","quote_3_odi":"11065608","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD CRACKING ALL OVER LEADING TO DASH AIRBAG WHICH MIGHT CAUSE AIRBAG TO PREMATURELY OPEN OR NOT OPEN IF INVOLVED IN A FRONT END ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"g37-2010-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-seat airbag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11425986","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag sensor has failed - this is a serious threat to human life in case of an accident and I'm pretty sure this is illegal","quote_2_odi":"11133495","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHING. INFINITI DEALERSHIP ADVISED SENSOR NOT WORKING. QUOTED $9,700 TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10967537","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI G37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR MALFUNCTIONED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"g37-2010-transmission-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission shifting and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10559478","quote_1_text":"AS WITH INNUMERABLE OWNERS OF THIS 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION (6MT), I AM CONSISTENTLY EXPERIENCING A GRINDING AND CRUNCHING SOUND/FEELING WHEN SHIFTING INTO 5TH GEAR AT NORMAL SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"10606084","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, MY CLUTCH BECAME SOFT AND \"SPONGY\" TO THE POINT THAT THE ENGAGEMENT POINT WAS ON THE FLOOR AND THE PEDAL WOULD NOT RETURN TO THE ENGAGED POSITION","quote_3_odi":"10376682","quote_3_text":"I HAD AN HOUR DRIVE TO RETURN HOME. I HAD DRIVEN ABOUT 30 MIN WHEN I HAD TO SLOW DOWN FOR A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT. WHEN I TRIED TO GET BACK UP TO SPEED ON THE FREEWAY,, THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"g37-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or erratic RPM surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11532074","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Infiniti G37. The contact stated while driving into the garage at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. The contact stated that the engine revved to 5,000 RPMS","quote_2_odi":"10432577","quote_2_text":"I STARTED MY CAR WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND IT REVVED UP TO 4500 RPMS. I TOOK OUT MY PHONE AND HAD TIME TO TAKE TWO PICTURES OF THE METER","quote_3_odi":"10442801","quote_3_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT A PARKING LOT EXIT PRIOR TO TURNING, MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE AND THE ENGINE STARTED RACING. THE CAR STARTED ROLLING FORWARD EVEN WITH THE BRAKES FIRMLY APPLIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11503101","quote_1_text":"The occupant sensor in the front passenger seat has failed, rendering the Supplemental Restraint System (airbag) compromised and partially nonfunctional. Upon inspection, dealer states that they cannot ensure that entire SRS will function properly unless repaired","quote_2_odi":"11485143","quote_2_text":"Passenger occupancy sensor failed while on a road trip. The dealer wanted $5000 to replace the whole seat","quote_3_odi":"11450025","quote_3_text":"Passenger front air bag not activating due to a faulty seat sensor. It puts the passenger at risk of air bags not deploying and potentially causing harm or death","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-clutch-hydraulic-failure","label":"Clutch hydraulic system failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11623180","quote_1_text":"Hydraulic clutch fluid overheating causing catastrophic clutch piston failure resulting in not being able to engage, shift, or most importantly disengage the current drive gear in motion","quote_2_odi":"10724756","quote_2_text":"CLUTCH MASTER AND SLAVE CYLINDER ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH ITSELF FAILED. CLUTCH WAS FULLY DEPRESSED ON THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11024528","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC, I HAD TO COME TO STOP. I PUSH IN THE CLUTCH TO TRY AND TAKE THE CAR OUT OF GEAR AND THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS SOFT AND GOES TO THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-dashboard-cracking-melting","label":"Dashboard cracking and melting","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11339513","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD MATERIAL APPEARS AS IF IT IS MELTING, OOZING OUT VERY STICKY UNKNOWN SUBSTANCE (TOXIC?) THAT CREATES VERY SHINY SURFACE","quote_2_odi":"11154136","quote_2_text":"THE DASH IN MY CAR IS CRACKING ALL OVER AND FALLING APART. IF YOU LOOK IT UP ONLINE IT'S VERY COMMON AND SHOULD BE A RECALL WITH AS MANY PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11109746","quote_3_text":"MY DASH BOARD IS CRACKED IN MANY PLACES, STICKY OR TACKY IN SOME AREAS AND COMPLETELY DISINTEGRATED IN OTHERS. ALL THE A.C. VENTS HAVE CRACKS AROUND THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-sunroof-drain-leak","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11616813","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the sunroof drain was leaking, causing water to enter the cabin of the vehicle. There was mold beginning to form in the cabin of the vehicle, with a noticeable mold odor inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11606424","quote_2_text":"Sunroof drain leaks and soaks interior","quote_3_odi":"11522719","quote_3_text":"Sunroof drain has malfunctioned multiple times, even after having the Infiniti dealer replace with brand new ones. This was a very expensive repair and has already failed again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-throttle-response-delay","label":"Accelerator response delay","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11578186","quote_1_text":"The car has a massive delay when you press on the gas , a few times almost causing an accident for me","quote_2_odi":"10448934","quote_2_text":"ECT: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL LOGIC / ADAPTIVE SHIFT PATTERN: THE VEHICLE DOES NOT PRODUCE CONSISTENT AND RELIABLE RESPONSE TO THROTTLE COMMAND WHEN ACCELERATING INTO AND AROUND TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10450494","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI G37 SEDAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MH, THE VEHICLE WOULD EXHIBIT A ONE SECOND DELAY BEFORE RESPONDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10425728","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI G37 COUPE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT 2 MPH, HE WAS ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED","quote_2_odi":"10458591","quote_2_text":"MY INFINITI G37 YR 2011 HAD AN EXPERIENCE WITH UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN THE PARKING LOT, WHEN I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 5 MPH AND ABOUT TO STOP MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"10450612","quote_3_text":"WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING PLACE IN A SHOPPING CENTER, WITH MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR STOPPED, THE MOTOR RACED AND THE BACK TIRES SPUN AT HIGH SPEED, I TURNED THE CAR OFF AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT IS NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2012-airbag-sensor-failure","label":"Passenger seat occupant sensor failure disabling airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11630885","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated, and the message \"Seat Belt Off\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where DTC code: B1018 was retrieved","quote_2_odi":"11494892","quote_2_text":"The air bag sensor on the passenger seat has failed and the passenger seat does not recognize even an adult person sitting on it","quote_3_odi":"11351498","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ON 2012 G37 CONVERTIBLE WITH ONLY 46,000 MI. INFINITY SERVICE FOUND CODE B1018 OCCUPANT SENSOR FAILURE PASSENGER SEAT. QUOTED COST OF REPAIR AT $7200 TO REPLACE SEAT BASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2012-sudden-acceleration-crash","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11230208","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 INFINITI G37. ON MAY 23, 2019, WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE AT THE POST OFFICE. SUDDENLY, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED, DROVE OVER A CEMENT BARRIER, AND CRASHED INTO THE BUILDING","quote_2_odi":"11141462","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI G37. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND, BUT SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED INSTEAD","quote_3_odi":"10557286","quote_3_text":"STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. CAR IN DRIVE & FOOT ON BRAKE PEDAL. ENGINE SUDDENLY REVS UP TO OVER 3000 RMP AND CAR WANTS TO LUNGE FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2012-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion into cabin electronics","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11439855","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that puddles of water were present on both the front passenger’s and driver’s side floorboard due to condensation and moisture from rainwater entering the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11002979","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: AFTER FINDING AN ODOR IN MY VEHICLE REGULARLY, I TOOK MY CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP IN HOPES OF FINDING THE ISSUE AND RESOLVING IT. I WAS INFORMED THAT I HAVE A LEAK IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11564212","quote_3_text":"Sunroof drains get clogged and have to repeatedly cleaned out by dealer causing a LOT of water damage and possibly damage to the body control module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2012-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and gear engagement faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10870080","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS A GENERIC PROBLEM WITH ACCELERATION: UNDER SOME CIRCUMSTANCES, ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEED WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS PUSHED HARD FOR RAPID ACCELERATION, THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE, BUT HESITATE, FOR ALMOST 2 SECONDS, BEFORE FINALLY ACCELERATING","quote_2_odi":"11209748","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND WOULD NOT ENTER 3RD OR 4TH GEAR. WHEN I BROUGHT IT INTO THE RETAILER THEY SAID I NEEDED TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY REPLACED AT A COST OF $3000","quote_3_odi":"10533312","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY, CLUTCH GOT STUCK. I WAS UNABLE TO SWITCH GEARS. I ENDED UP STOPPED IN THE #2 LANE AND COULD NOT MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2013-airbag-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11281007","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 INFINITI G37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CONCUSSION, AND INJURIES TO THE LOWER BACK, LEFT ROTATOR","quote_2_odi":"11019234","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE ANOTHER CAR HIT THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10653816","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 INFINITI G37X. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2013-passenger-airbag-off-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag OFF warning with occupied seat","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11722239","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti G37. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated while driving. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the OCS needed to be","quote_2_odi":"10896831","quote_2_text":"IN MY 2013 INFINITI G37 FRONT 'PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF' LIGHT COMES ON AND STAYS ON (MEANS PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS DISABLED) EVEN WHEN A GROWNUP PERSON WEIGHING OVER 100 POUNDS SITTING ON PASSENGER SEAT, PUTTING FRONT PASSENGER AT RISK IN CASE OF A CRASH. IT SEEMS \"OCCUPANT","quote_3_odi":"10617715","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT WOULD LIGHT UP (MEANING AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY) WHEN MY WIFE (117 LBS) WAS SEATED ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. THIS WAS ALSO HAPPENING ON MY 2010 NISSAN FRONTIER PRO 4X TRUCK WITH LEATHER SEATS. NISSAN DEALER COULD NOT FIX IT. THEY WERE BLAMING MY WIFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2013-sudden-acceleration-low-speed","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11395539","quote_1_text":"ON THE SUNNY AND DRY MORNING OF DECEMBER 9, 2020, I PROCEEDED TO ALPINE CEMETERY, PERTH AMBOY, NJ TO HONOR MY MOTHER'S GRAVE SITE AND HER ANNIVERSARY. AS I PASSED THE GATE ENTRANCE TO THE CEMETERY, I TURNED RIGHT; AS I HAVE ALWAYS DONE IN PREVIOUS YEARS. ONCE I TURNED TO THE","quote_2_odi":"11012444","quote_2_text":"WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND BRAKING GOING 1 OR 2 MPH THE CAR SURGED FORWARD WITH THE ENGINE REVVING LOUDLY, CAUSING THE CAR TO CRASH THROUGH A BRICK WALL AND INTO A RESTAURANT ENDING IN THE CAR BEING TOTALED WITH OVER $15,000 OF DAMAGE JUST TO THE CAR. THE CAR ONLY","quote_3_odi":"10809263","quote_3_text":"WHEN I TRIED TO PARK THE CAR IN PARKING AREA SLOWLY, BUT THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATE ITSELF WITH BIG ENGINE SOUND AND RUN INTO CANYON OVER PARKING AREA. FORTUNATELY THE CAR STOP AFTER HIT THE BIG TREE OTHERWISE I AM NOT SURE I CAN SURVIVE BECAUSE THERE ARE VERY STIFF CANYON AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"G37","model_slug":"g37","cluster_id":"infiniti-g37-2013-sunroof-drain-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion into body control module","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11684582","quote_1_text":"Sunroof drain tube leaks water down passenger side A-pillar onto body control module above glovebox causing damage to system, electrical connections, air bag, engine light to activate, vehicle going into limp mode. Drain is functioning and not stopped up. Dealer unable to","quote_2_odi":"11560521","quote_2_text":"2013 G37 with only 58K in miles. The passenger interior was flooded after some rainstorms. The dealer has provided me an estimate of $3,000 to repair the sunroof drain and the water damage to the body control module (BCM). Infiniti Consumer Affairs has been zero help. They just","quote_3_odi":"11503511","quote_3_text":"Sunroof drain failure causing rain water from the outside of the vehicle to enter the interior flooding the passenger side going from the front seats to the back seats. Due to the sunroof drain defect, the flooding of the interior causes the water to get into the body control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/g37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10428530","quote_1_text":"2011 INFINITI M37X. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATING. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED WITH THE LIGHT BEING ON, THERE IS NO PROTECTION FOR THE PASSENGER. THE LIGHT STAYED ON DURING VARIOUS TRIPS, FOR FIVE MINUTES, THREE MINUTES AND 13 MINUTES. WHEN THE CONSUMER","quote_2_odi":"11439686","quote_2_text":"The Air Bag Warning Light on the dash blinks continuously and the Front Passenger Air Bag Status Light remains on whether or not the seat is occupied. I took the car to the Infiniti dealer. The Service Advisor said the Occupant Classification System Control Unit or OCS sensor","quote_3_odi":"10505076","quote_3_text":"2011 INFINITI M37. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG MALFUNCTION AND ENGINE NOT STARTING. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AN ACCIDENT, IN WHICH THE REPAIR BILL WAS IN EXCESS OF $20,000. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE BRAKES WERE A CONSTANT PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and electrical system shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10593793","quote_1_text":"BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING. I HAD TO JUMP IT COUPLE TIMES AND TODAY I JUMPED IT, EVERYTHING CAME BACK, BUT THE CAR WON'T START. IT FLASHES 'WARNING KEY SYSTEM'. THE CAR IS AT THE INFINITI DEALER NOW. THEY WILL CALL ME TOMORROW WITH THE INFO ABOUT WHAT'S GOING ON WITH THE CAR. THIS","quote_2_odi":"10619376","quote_2_text":"BATTERY FAILURES CAR ELECTRICAL SYSTEM UNABLE TO HANDLE OVERNIGHT DISCHARGE.WITH ONBOARD ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. WITHIN 2 DAYS THE BATTERY IS DEAD AND REQUIRES A JUMP START. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10629983","quote_3_text":"AFTER 3 DAYS PARKING IN GARAGE, THE BATTERY WAS DRAINED. WE HOOKED UP A BATTERY CHARGER. THE DASHBOARD LIGHTS FLASHED A FEW TIMES AND THEN THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN. THE CAR WENT TOTALLY DEAD. NONE OF THE BUTTONS WAS WORKING, NOT EVEN THE TRUNK LID. SIMILAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-interior-leather-cracking","label":"Interior leather and vinyl cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10958403","quote_1_text":"THE LEATHER ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR PANEL IS CRACKED. IT BEGAN CRACKING TWO YEARS AGO AND IS GETTING WORST. LEATHER SHOULD NOT CRACK AT 5 YEARS. INFINITI MATERIALS SHOULD BE TOP OF THE LINE. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED ABOUT THE CRACKED LEATHER ON MY DOOR PANEL. THIS SHOULD DEFINITELY","quote_2_odi":"11183705","quote_2_text":"INFINITI USES POOR QUALITY LEATHER AND VINYL IN THE INTERIOR OF THEIR CARS. THE LEATHER AND VINYL ON MY DOOR PANEL, CENTER CONSOLE, AND SEAT HAVE CRACKED. I AM VERY DISAPPOINTED WITH THE INTERIOR OF MY CAR. CONSIDERING THAT INFINITI IS A LUXURY AUTO MANUFACTURER, THE INTERIOR","quote_3_odi":"11183706","quote_3_text":"THE LEATHER AND VINYL THAT IS INSTALLED ON THE INTERIOR COMPONENTS OF THE CAR ARE VERY POOR QUALITY. MY SEATS, DOOR PANEL, AND CENTER CONSOLE ARE CRACKING. THE INTERIOR OF MY CAR LOOKS TERRIBLE. CONSIDERING THAT INFINITI IS A LEISURE LINE AUTOMOBILE, IT IS APPALLING THAT THEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-steering-lock-wander","label":"Steering wheel lock and lane-wander at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11071733","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING. BOTH THE DEALER (SEWELL INFINITI OF DALLAS, 7110 LEMMON AVE, DALLAS, TX 75209, (972) 490-4545) AND AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK","quote_2_odi":"11311765","quote_2_text":"I'D LIKE TO REPORT A PROBLEM THAT HAS OCCURRED WITH MY 2011 INFINITI M37 WHICH SEEMS TO BE PRETTY FATAL. THE PLASTIC COVER THAT COVERS THE STEERING WHEEL'S ROD CRACKS OPEN WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TILTED TO A LOWER POSITION. ONCE THE COVER IS CRACKED, STEERING WHEEL RUBS ON TO","quote_3_odi":"10556106","quote_3_text":"WE OWN A 2011 INFINITY M37X THAT WE FEEL IS UNSAFE BECAUSE OF A STEERING DEFECT. THE VEHICLE CONTINUALLY VEERS FROM SIDE TO SIDE UNLESS THE ROAD TRAVELLED IS PERFECTLY FLAT WITHOUT ANY IMPERFECTIONS. WE HAVE TO MAKE CONTINUAL COURSE CORRECTIONS AND IT IS VERY EASY TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerking on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10427671","quote_1_text":"I HAVE CONCERNING ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE PURCHASE 8/27/2010. THE TRANSMISSION HAS MAJOR HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATING, SLOWING DOWN AND WITH EVERDAY USE(JERKY FEELING IN CITY TRAFFIC) NO MATTER WHAT DRIVE MODE IS USED I.E SPORT, NORMAL, ECO, SNOW","quote_2_odi":"10628579","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IN THE M37'S ARE REALLY BAD. THE 7 SPEED TRANSMISSION HAS A VERY DIFFICULT TIME FIGURING WHAT GEAR TO GO INTO. WHEN YOU ARE ACCELERATING ONTO AN OFF RAMP OR EVEN AFTER A RED LIGHT THERE IS A MAJOR DELAY BECAUSE THE TRANSMISSION CAN'T FIGURE OUT WHAT GEAR TO GO","quote_3_odi":"10744921","quote_3_text":"WHEN YOU START THE CAR STALLS. AND HESITATES. THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT DOWNSHIFT PROPERLY AND IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. I WENT TO GET IN TRAFFIC AND THE CAR HESITATED AND ALMOST GOT ME HIT. IT APPEARS THAT ALL OVER THE BLOGS THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM. THEY TRY TO CORRECT WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2011,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2011-unintended-movement","label":"Unintended vehicle movement without driver input","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10894472","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, IT ROLLED AWAY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000. UPDATED 10/06/16*LJ *TR","quote_2_odi":"10595146","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HOOK THAT HELD THE FLOOR MAT IN PLACE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WAS NOT STABLE. THE FLOOR MAT BECAME LOOSE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ACCELERATE ERRONEOUSLY, RESULTING IN A CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2012-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger-seat airbag occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11181254","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIRBAG SENSOR TURNS OFF AIRBAG WHEN AN ADULT IS SEATED THERE. THIS OCCURS ALMOST EVERY TIME I HAVE A PASSENGER IN THAT SEAT. I CAN OCCASIONALLY GET IT TO TURN AIRBAG ON BY SHUTTING CAR OFF AND RESTARTING, SOMETIMES IT TAKES 3 CYCLES OF OFF/ON","quote_2_odi":"11340954","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR HAS FAILED AND THE DEALER HAS QUOTED ME A PRICE OF $7019 TO REPAIR IT, SAYING THE SEAT HAS TO BE REPLACED. THE COST IS EXORBITANT, AND APPROACHES TO HE TOTAL VALUE OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11711442","quote_3_text":"The front passenger airbag warning light came on with a dash warning flashing light. I isolated the fault to the passenger seat weight sensor, which prevents the airbag from deploying when a passenger of less than 90 pounds is sensed in the front seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2012-intermittent-no-start","label":"Intermittent failure to start with warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11144828","quote_1_text":"2 DAYS AGO I WAS LEAVING THE MARKET & MY CAR WON'T START EVERY LIGHT FROM ENGINE , BRAKES, ELECTRICAL COME ON. I WAITED 15 MINUTES @ IT STARTED. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 7 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10852240","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WON'T START REPLACED BATTERY 2 WITHIN 4 MONTHS INFINITY DEALERSHIP CAN'T FIND OUT WHAT THE PROBLEM IS BUT CAR WON'T START . CAN CHARGE BATTERY DRIVE SMALL DISTANCE AND CAR WILL NOT START HAD TWO PLACES CHECK ALTERNATOR AND STARTER STATED NO PROBLEM BUT UNABLE TO FIND THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2012-telescopic-steering-lockup","label":"Telescopic steering column lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11421979","quote_1_text":"When the steering wheel is adjusted up, down or the telescopic adjustment is used a loud pop is heard, the casing comes apart and it is no longer possible to turn the wheel left or right","quote_2_odi":"10919338","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF THE TELESCOPIC STEERING COLUMN. A BROKEN LIMITER CAUSED THE TILT MOTOR TO EXERT BEYOND IT'S THRESHOLD CAUSING FAILURE DURING ENTRY/EXIT AUTOMATIC OPERATION. STEERING WHEEL NOW RUBS ON PLASTIC TRIM PIECES","quote_3_odi":"10908745","quote_3_text":"2012 M37 49,700 MILES. WHEN STEERING WHEEL IS IN THE POSITION SELECTED FOR DRIVING, THE WHEEL LOCKED UP.UNABLE TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT. DEALER SAID UPPER STEERING SHAFT FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"M37","model_slug":"m37","cluster_id":"infiniti-m37-2012-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and harsh downshift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10483796","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI M37. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION HESITATED AND EXHIBITED A LOUD BANG WHEN SHIFTING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND THE VEHICLE WAS TEST DRIVEN. THE DEALER RE-PROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE AND THE","quote_2_odi":"10503221","quote_2_text":"HAVE OWNED THE CAR SLIGHTLY OVER A YEAR. SINCE THE BEGINNING THE TRANSMISSION HAS SHIFTED ERRATICALLY, IS IN 4TH GEAR AT 25 MPH. WHEN STEPPING ON GAS THE CAR HESITATES WHILE TRYING TO PICK A GEAR. THERE IS NO POWER AT LOW SPEEDS BECAUSE THE CAR IS IN TOO HIGH A GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11076011","quote_3_text":"TOTAL LACK OF ACCELERATION WHEN PASSING. THERE IS A 2-3 SECOND DELAY PRIOR TO THE DOWNSHIFT AND I'M NEVER SURE WHEN THE ACCELERATION WILL TAKE PLACE. THIS PROBLEM OCCURS FROM 50MPH AND UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/m37","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-brake-pedal-rotor-wear","label":"Brake pedal sink, rotor wear, and booster fault","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10896286","quote_1_text":"MY 2014 INFINITI Q50 SPORT HAS AN UNRESOLVED REOCCURRING PROBLEM WERE AFTER APROX. 20 MILES OF DRIVING THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL SINK SUBSTANTIALLY TOWARDS THE FLOOR AFTER BRAKING. AS THE CAR WILL STILL STOP AFTER THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE BRAKING DISTANCE IS LONGER THAN NORMAL","quote_2_odi":"10926177","quote_2_text":"REAR BRAKE PAD LIFE IS DANGEROUSLY SHORT. I BEGAN TO EXPERIENCE SQUEALING AND VIBRATION UPON BRAKING AFTER ONLY 25,000 MILES. THERE IS NO SUGGESTED REPLACEMENT INTERVAL SO I COULD EASILY SEE SOMEONE IGNORING THE SYMPTOMS OR PUTTING OFF THE PAD REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10992962","quote_3_text":"MY INFINITI Q50 2014 HAS INTERMITTENT BRAKE BOOSTER PUMP FAILURE THAT CAUSES DIMINISHED BRAKING POWER AT ALL SPEEDS AND AT A SLIPS AT A STOP. THE DIMINISHED BRAKING AFFECTS STOPPING DISTANCES AND TRIGGERS EMERGENCY COLLISION WARNINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-das-steering-lockup","label":"Direct Adaptive Steering lockup or loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10561458","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS DIRECT ADAPTIVE STEERING (DAS) AND HAS BEEN HAVING FAILURES OF THE SYSTEM SINCE COLD WEATHER CAME IN EARLY DECEMBER. AT START UP THE STEERING ERROR AND TRACTION CONTROL ERROR LIGHTS COME ON. MOST TIMES WAITING A FEW MINUTES AND RESTARTING THE VEHICLE WILL CLEAR","quote_2_odi":"10873001","quote_2_text":"DAS (DIRECT ADAPTIVE STEERING) STEER BY WIRE SYSTEM LOSES CALIBRATION WHICH CAUSES STEERING LOSS. DEALERS RE-CALIBRATE SYSTEM BUT CALIBRATION LOSS CONTINUES. FAULTS AND ERRORS DON'T REGISTER AND BACKUP STEERING SYSTEM DOES NOT ENGAGE AS THE FAULT IN THE SYSTEM IS NOT TRIGGERED","quote_3_odi":"11302483","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILED DRIVING, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. AS A RESULT, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED WITH EXCESSIVE FORCED. THE POWER STEERING ASSIST WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-infotainment-dcu-failure","label":"InTouch infotainment, DCU, and backup camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11341831","quote_1_text":"NAVIGATION AND AUDIO SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, IT JUST STOP WORKING. I WAS TOLD ALL 2014 HAS THIS ISSUE AND I HAVE TO GET A NEW DCU INSTALLED. THE DCU IN THE 2014 AND 2015 HAS NOT BEEN WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11065282","quote_2_text":"Q50 BACKUP CAMERA MALFUNCTION. AFTER 3 YEARS AND 8 MONTHS (33000 MILES) THE BACKUP CAMERA DISPLAY STOPPED WORKING PROPERLY, IT OFTEN JUST SHOWS A BLACK OR WHITE SCREEN WITH NO VIEW BEHIND THE CAR WHEN PUT IN REVERSE, EVEN AFTER WAITING 60 OR MORE SECONDS FOR THE APPS TO LOAD OR","quote_3_odi":"10933669","quote_3_text":"THE TELEMATICS CONTROL UNIT MY 2014 INFINITI Q50 WILL BE INOPERABLE BY 12/31/16 BASED ON A NOTICE RECEIVED FROM INFINITI ON 12/6/16. INFINITI HAS INDICATED THIS IS BECAUSE ATT WILL DISCONTINUE SUPPORT OF THE 2G TECHNOLOGY THE SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO USE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-run-flat-tire-sidewall","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall crack or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10723553","quote_1_text":"I WOULD LIKE TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE TIRES ON MY INFINITI Q50. THEY ARE DUNLOP P245/40 RF19 DOT U28T. I HAVE 20,500 MILES ON MY VEHICLE AND HAVE BLOWN 6 TIRES. ALL TIRE FAILURES HAVE BEEN CAUSE BY THE SIDEWALLS OF THE TIRES BLOWING OUT","quote_2_odi":"10730214","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A 2014 INFINITI Q50 NEW FROM THE DEALER. THE CAR HAD APPROXIMATELY 6,500 MILES ON IT WHEN THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE SIDE WALL CRACKED. THE REPAIR SHOP NOTICED THAT THE LEFT FRONT TIRE HAD A BUBBLE AND ALSO NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11141875","quote_3_text":"THIS AFTERNOON I HAD ANOTHER BLOWOUT OF A RUN-FLAT TIRE. THIS IS THE 7TH BLOWOUT IN UNDER 17 MONTHS. OVER MY DRIVING CAREER I HAVE DRIVEN OVER A MILLION MILES, BY MY CALCULATIONS, AND HAVE NEVER HAD A BLOWOUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata passenger airbag recall parts delay and sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10897615","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11640611","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the passenger’s side air bag off warning light remained illuminated constantly. The contact stated that the warning light was also present while a passenger was seated in the seat. The","quote_3_odi":"10721122","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI Q50. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A BACK INJURY THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2014-transmission-valve-body","label":"Transmission valve body failure limiting gear shifts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11606767","quote_1_text":"Valve body went out at 90k miles","quote_2_odi":"11614127","quote_2_text":"The transmission Valve Assembly Control Module and Vehicle Speed Sensors have both failed. The car will not shift out of 2nd gear and cannot go faster than 40 mph. This is a safety issue. I had my car inspected by a certified mechanic and he diagnosed the problem","quote_3_odi":"11597589","quote_3_text":"Received PO270 code which is speed output sensor which requires valve body and TCM to be replaced. Dealership stated that there should be recall but is not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11616077","quote_1_text":"I was in a car accident during the summer, I was driving at speed limit when I came out the curve the car started sliding, and I went off the road and roll over at 4 times and ended up in a ditch upside in some water, but NO AIRBAGS went off I have pictures showing so, I try to","quote_2_odi":"11180002","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI Q50. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, AN 18 WHEELER PASSED THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND SPLASHED WATER ONTO THE ROAD. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AND CRASHED INTO THE TRUCK. THE VEHICLE THEN SPUN 360 DEGREES BEFORE CRASHING INTO A GUARDRAIL AND","quote_3_odi":"11550457","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 to 10 mph, she experienced a diabetic medical emergency. The driver was unable to feel her legs or feet to stop the vehicle and crashed into the rear of an unknown SUV. The air bags did","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-brake-failure-rollaway","label":"Service brake failure and unintended rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11576051","quote_1_text":"My braking system completely failed while I was driving with no warning of sound or dash safety indicators. The only way I was able to stop my vehicle is by shifting into park while I was in motion. Two days prior to my car losing all ability to brake, my car was routinely","quote_2_odi":"10795320","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 2015 INFINITY Q50 (PURCHASED ON 02/28/2015) ON LEE ROAD, SHAKER HEIGHTS, OHIO 44120, WHICH HAD A FIRST SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE ON 09/14/2015 AT THE BEACHWOOD INFINITY DEALER. I STOPPED AT THE INTERSECTION OF LEE ROAD AND CHAGRIN BLVD. BEHIND A BLACK JEEP FOR WAITING","quote_3_odi":"10750334","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY I WAS SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT ABOUT 3RD IN LINE BEHIND A FORD EXPLORER. I LIVE IN ATLANTA SO STOPLIGHTS ARE EXTRAORDINARILY LONG. I HAD THE CAR IN DRIVE OBVIOUSLY AND MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE. ABOUT 5 MINUTES INTO THE RED LIGHT MY CAR STARTS TO SLOWLY MOVE FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-direct-adaptive-steering","label":"Direct Adaptive Steering malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751944","quote_1_text":"DIRECT ADAPTIVE STEERING EXPERIENCEING AT START UP ALTERING THE VEHICLES STEERING AND RESPONSIVENESS AND TURNING RADIUS DOES NOT WORK AND IS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THERE IS A RECALL 16V430000 ON THIS VERY PROBLEM. HAVE BEEN TOLD BY DEALERSHIP AND","quote_2_odi":"11689862","quote_2_text":"Was making a left turn when the steering stopped working and the motor lost power, the adaptive steering quit working after approximately 15 mins. I started the car and it was working. Went a half mile made a right turn and it went out again. Shut off the motor tried to start it","quote_3_odi":"10767585","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY 60 PLUS MPH, I LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. I TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND THE CAR WENT RIGHT. THIS OCCURRED TWICE ON TWO SEPARATE DAYS. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE. ...UPDATED 12/03/15 *BF UPDATED 10/30/2017*JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-runflat-tire-sidewall","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11032700","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI Q50, EQUIPPED WITH DUNLOP TIRES, TIRE LINE: SP SPORT, TIRE SIZE: 245/40RUNFLAT/19 94W N/A, AND DOT NUMBER: U28T. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STRUCK \"A BUMP OR A POTHOLE\" CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JERK. THE","quote_2_odi":"10978926","quote_2_text":"DUNLOP P245/R40R19 RUN FLATS. THESE TIRES SHOULD NOT BE ALLOWED TO BE SOLD TO THE PUBLIC UNTIL THE ISSUES ARE RESOLVED. WE WERE DRIVING HOME WHEN THE FLAT TIRE LIGHT CAME HOME. WE WERE ON CITY STREETS. AAA PUT ON THE SPARE TIRE. THE DEALERSHIP STATED ON THE REPAIR ORDER THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"10885008","quote_3_text":"TIRES WERE REPLACED 4 TIMES A YEAR DUE TO SIDEWALL PROBLEMS. WE HAVE 4 CARS IN THE HOUSE AND NONE OF THE OTHER CARS HAVE THIS ISSUE. THESE TIRES CANNOT HANDLE ANY POTHOLES. INFINITI TOOK OUT THE ROAD HAZARD WARRANTY FOR THESE TIRES IN THEIR 2015 MODEL Q50S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11402452","quote_1_text":"2015 INFINITI Q50. CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. *LD *JS","quote_2_odi":"11308442","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO WORK AT APPROX 6:15AM ON HWY 17. SPEED WAS APPROX 40MPH WHEN THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED. MOST OF THE GLASS FLEW OUT SHOWERING THE CARS BEHIND ME. I DIDN'T HEAR OR SEE ANYTHING HIT THE SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"11221857","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I-65 AT 4:00 PM ON JUNE 19 WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. NO OTHER VEHICLES OR DEBRIS WERE NEAR ME AND NO INDICATION OF IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"infiniti-q50-2015-valve-body-tcm-failure","label":"Transmission valve body/TCM failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11750490","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2015 Infiniti Q50s, the transmission suddenly suffered a catastrophic electronic failure, causing the vehicle to immediately drop into \"limp mode.\" This resulted in a sudden and dangerous loss of acceleration while operating in traffic. A diagnostic scan","quote_2_odi":"11722204","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Infiniti Q50. While driving at various speeds, the transmission was slow to shift. The vehicle failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local","quote_3_odi":"11447136","quote_3_text":"When on the highway my transmission slipped then went out and wouldn’t accelerate, without any warning or sign of trouble beforehand. I scrambled to pull over and it started to accelerate again. It struggled to shift in 1st gear and second but despite going over 40 mph it would","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2016-electrical-power-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power and engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11668023","quote_1_text":"I’m reporting a safety issue with my 2016 Infiniti Q50. Last Friday [XXX], my the car wouldn’t crank and there was minimal dashboard power, but the engine wouldn’t start. After receiving a jump, I had the battery replaced assuming it was the issue. However, six days later, while","quote_2_odi":"11024237","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q50. WHILE AT A STOP, THE VEHICLE WENT INTO ECONOMY MODE AND SHUT OFF. THE START/ON/OFF WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND TAKEN TO INFINITI OF COCONUT CREEK (5501 WEST SAMPLE RD, COCONUT CREEK, FL 954-861-6100) AND","quote_3_odi":"11652944","quote_3_text":"The engine check light came. I also received a letter from infinti for recall. The power of the vehicle declined","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2016-engine-turbo-failure","label":"Turbocharger and engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11730143","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced a failure while driving, producing heavy smoke and requiring the car to be stopped immediately. The “Low Oil Pressure – Stop Vehicle” warning light illuminated on 2/19/2026. The vehicle was subsequently taken to an Infiniti dealership for inspection. Upon","quote_2_odi":"11636774","quote_2_text":"Engine manufactured with porous block causing coolant to mix with oil resulting in bearing failure. Vehicle has less than 60k miles and I have seen numerous reports on Infiniti Q50/Q60 forums with people having the exact same issue. Some vehicles have had multiple engine","quote_3_odi":"11419618","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked before stalling. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the engine was faulty. After replacing the engine, the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2016-passenger-airbag-sensor-light","label":"Passenger seat airbag and occupant sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11686172","quote_1_text":"* the passenger airbag light came on July 2025. I was not in a accident the light just came on. * 7/29/2025 I took my car in for service at Infinity of Las Vegas (the only Infinity dealership in Las Vegas) I asked to check why the airbag light was on. I was told the occupant","quote_2_odi":"11525806","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V244000 (Air Bags). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed","quote_3_odi":"10896091","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI Q50. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT FAILED TO ILLUMINATE EVEN THOUGH THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2016-steering-pull-drift","label":"Steering pull and drift at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11444247","quote_1_text":"On 12/11/21 my vehicle had limited turning (left or right) capability. The vehicle has < than 23K miles, was purchased at Bommarito Infiniti, and has been serviced at the same dealership since I purchased it. I bought the vehicle new and drove it over the last 5 years as a","quote_2_odi":"10946397","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A DANGEROUS DESIGN/ENGINEERING FLAW IN THE INFINITI STEER-BY-WIRE SYSTEM AND INFINITI REFUSES TO EVEN ACKNOWLEDGE IT. THE CAR IS INCAPABLE OF DRIVING IN A STRAIGHT LINE, IS CONSTANTLY DRIFTING TO EITHER THE RIGHT OR TO THE LEFT AND REQUIRES A STEERING ADJUSTMENT EVERY","quote_3_odi":"11078332","quote_3_text":"MY INFINITI Q50 WILL, AT RANDOM, HEAVILY PULL AND SHIFT ACROSS MULTIPLE LANES OF TRAFFIC. THE PULLING IS WORSE DURING ACCELERATION AND HAS HAD AT LEAST THREE ALIGNMENTS IN 2018 IN ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE ISSUE. INFINITI HAS BEEN UNABLE TO FULLY RESOLVE THE PULLING AND THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2016-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission valve body and speed sensor failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11738665","quote_1_text":"OUTPUT SPEED SENSOR on 2016 INFINITI Q50t - Took vehicle in for oil and filter change 2 days ago. I drove the car about 40 miles, without incident. Went back to same place for state inspection yesterday. I drove about 2 miles from the inspection place and park in shopping lot","quote_2_odi":"11615795","quote_2_text":"The car has only 50,000 miles and the valve body of the car just burnt out. I’ve done all the mandatory/ recommended maintenance and with the history of the brand I expected better quality of their product. Would greatly appreciate the accountability on this issue and some","quote_3_odi":"11593371","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated upon attempting to drive from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that upon attempting to drive the vehicle 30 minutes later, the vehicle responded as needed. The check engine warning light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-passenger-airbag-ocs-fault","label":"Passenger airbag disabled by occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11723190","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat occupant sensor is on. Dealer confirmed the code is related to a bad sensor so even if someone is sitting in the passenger seat and we are in an accident the airbag will not deploy. The dealer said a recall exists for earlier models but not for the 2017 even","quote_2_odi":"11612814","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side seat belt warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was no passenger located in the front passenger’s seat during the failure. The vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"11468105","quote_3_text":"Air bag light came on which can render air bag inoperable in case of collision. Dealer states not under warranty. This is their results: UPON INSPECTION, FOUND DTC B00A0-00 TO BE STORED IN AIR BAG SYSTEM. Correction AS PER ITB19-024B, RECOMMEND 75 ZERO POINT RESET (CALIBRATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11744293","quote_1_text":"The sudden loss of steering assist immediately caused the steering wheel to become incredibly heavy and virtually locked, requiring extreme, dangerous physical exertion to maintain minimal control over the direction of the vehicle. Due to the violent and unpredictable change in","quote_2_odi":"11197207","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING FAILED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RAY CATENA INFINITI OF EDISON (900 US-1, EDISON, NJ 08817, (732) 603-9600) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11375624","quote_3_text":"WHEN STARTING UP FROM BEING PARKED THE WHEELS STEER THE CAR TO THE RIGHT WHILE I HAVE TO PULL THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO KEEP THE CAR DRIVING STRAIGHT. THE MOMENT I REMOVE THE PRESSURE FROM PULLING THE WHEEL LEFT THE CAR TAKES AN IMMEDIATE RIGHT TURN. THIS IS NOT A FRONT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11170975","quote_1_text":"WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE THE REAR BRAKES PADS NEED TO BE REPLACED AND THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE RESURFACED. THIS WAS EXPECTED DUE TO THE HIGH MILEAGE ON A 1 YEAR OLD VEHICLE. THEN ON JANUARY 11TH 2019 I TOOK MY 2017 INFINITI Q50 IN FOR ITS OIL CHANGE AT 43,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11355194","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT WHILE DRIVING. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE SHOOK ABNORMALLY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MIKE WARD INFINITI (1800 LUCENT CT, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129,","quote_3_odi":"11443759","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shudder while the brake pedal was depressed. The contact stated no warning lights was illuminated. The vehicle was not taken to a local mechanic to be inspected. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-serpentine-belt-failure","label":"Serpentine belt failure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11193474","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A INFINITI Q50S REDSPORT 2017 ACTUALLY HAVE 34000 MILES IN THE ODOMETER. THIS CAR HAVE A FACTORY DEFECT THAT INVOLVES ENGINE PARTS IN THIS CASE SERPENTINE BELT, BELT TENSIONER AND PULLEYS. THERE IS A TSB AT THIS TIME FOR THIS ISSUE BUT IN THE MAJORITY OF CASES THE CARS","quote_2_odi":"11418468","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while his son was driving at approximately 45 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. Due to the failure, his son lost complete control of the vehicle and drove into a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. The","quote_3_odi":"11427095","quote_3_text":"My vehicles belt has torn twice leaving me stranded many other Infiniti Q50 owners have experienced it and Nissan has no solution but to replace it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11653970","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the RPM increased quickly; however, the vehicle lost motive power, prompting the contact to discontinue driving the vehicle. Upon arriving at the residence, the contact","quote_2_odi":"11620945","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalls or shuts down while driving. Diagnostic code is low fuel pressure","quote_3_odi":"11546417","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing inaccurate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-sunroof-leak-and-shatter","label":"Sunroof leaking and shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11613805","quote_1_text":"The sunroof leaks when it rains creating water inside the interior that holds standing water. It has caused issues with mold which my son it highly allergic to. This issue seems to be a common defect in sunroofs for Infiniti. I've had it repaired, but the problem persists. I","quote_2_odi":"11486689","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded when I was driving. No warning. Weather was perfect where I was. No other vehicles around me, I was completely alone on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11162578","quote_3_text":"DRIVING 62-67MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, SUNROOF SHATTERED. LOUD SOUND OF SHATTER. I WAS IN THE VERY LEFT LANE (PASSING LANE). THERE WAS A VEHICLE THAT CUT ME OFF AND PASSED THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME ON THE LEFT SHOULDER WHICH MAY HAVE KICKED UP DEBRIS WHEN IT GOT IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2017-turbo-oil-consumption","label":"Turbocharger failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11685053","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2017 INFINITI Q50 purchased in 2019. My vehicle has suffered three separate turbocharger failures in four years: 2021 (~75,000 miles): turbocharger failure; replaced under my extended warranty (~$6,000 authorization). 2023 (~98,000 miles): turbocharger","quote_2_odi":"11700285","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has been stalling and burning/leaking oil internally for some time now with white smoke coming from the rear. Well Infiniti sent a post card and stated that the emission warranty is extended for 120,000 miles which my vehicle has had the issue for some time and it was","quote_3_odi":"11351920","quote_3_text":"CAMSHAFT POS SENSOR WENT OUT DURING DRIVING. CAR LOST POWER AND JERKED. HAD CAR LOOKED AT BY INDEPENDENT SERVICE STATION AND HEARD KNOCKING. BROUGHT CAR TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS DETERMINED TO HAVE A BLOWN ENGINE. WAS SPECIFICALLY TOLD THAT THE TURBOS WERE 'EATING' THE OIL AND NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-airbag-warning-ocs-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11742781","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor became inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11567612","quote_2_text":"The airbag passenger light is illuminated causing air bag system to remain off until resolve. The vehicle was taken in for inspection and dealer confirmed diagnostic results found Occupant sensor malfunctioning","quote_3_odi":"11303046","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND AFTER WHICH THE VEHICLE STARTED TO HESITATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11532224","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti Q50. The contact stated that the back-up camera was flickering while in use. The contact stated that over time, the back-up camera screen had gone blank and failed to operate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11292527","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI Q50. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK-UP SCREEN WOULD NOT DISPLAY WHILE THE GEAR WAS IN REVERSE. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS NOT DETERMINED","quote_3_odi":"11735910","quote_3_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety defect in my 2018 Infiniti Q50, which was manufactured prior to May 1, 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-bluetooth-dcu-malfunction","label":"Bluetooth and display control unit malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11103771","quote_1_text":"FAULTY \"DISPLAY CONTROL UNITS\" CAUSE BLUETOOTH SYSTEM TO BEHAVE ERRATICALLY, PLAY / PAUSE MUSIC OR SOUNDS, OVERRIDE USER CONTROLS, AND CAUSE SEVERE DISTRACTIONS WHILE DRIVING BY HAVING TO MANUALLY TURN OFF BLUETOOTH FROM PHONE","quote_2_odi":"11276915","quote_2_text":"THE PHONE/BLUETOOTH CONSTANTLY DISCONNECT DEVICES THAT ARE ADDED TO BLUETOOTH. OFTEN WHEN CALLS ARE MADE FROM YOUR CELL THROUGH BLUETOOTH, THERE IS A FRYING/STATIC SOUND THAT OCCURS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-engine-turbo-failure","label":"Engine and turbocharger failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11704146","quote_1_text":"Leak in the turbo causing oil to burn and create smoke from the exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11510930","quote_2_text":"vehicle has porous block and lead to engine failure. many other VR30DDTT engine equipped vehicles are having the same issue some are being replace and others are not","quote_3_odi":"11113316","quote_3_text":"THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE UNDER THE HOOD AND COMPLETELY BURNED UP IN THE PARKING LOT AS I WAS EXITING THE VEHICLE UPDATED 12/4/18*JB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-fuel-economy-shortfall","label":"Fuel economy below advertised rating","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11324749","quote_1_text":"POOR GAS MILEAGE RANGE PER FULL TANK IS 289MILES VERY BAD MILEAGE *TR","quote_2_odi":"11281287","quote_2_text":"GAS MILEAGE IS VERRY BAD ! IN CITY ONLY MY CAR GIVE ME 14 MPG AND HWY 18MPG INFINITI SAY IS. 20MPG CITY AND 29HWY. AND COMBINED 22MPG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-run-flat-tire-failure","label":"Run-flat tire failure without spare option","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11150686","quote_1_text":"RUN FLAT TIRES WENT FLAT ON A POTHOLE THAT WAS NOT EVEN REALIZED ON A SUNDAY WITH NO SERVICE STATION OPEN","quote_2_odi":"11115662","quote_2_text":"CAR COMES WITH 19\"RIMS AND RUN FLAT TIRES (BRIDGESTONE DRIVE GUARD). SINCE LEASOING THE CAR IN NOVEMBER 2018, I HAVE RECEIVED 8 FLAT TIRES ALL FROM \"POTHOLES\" THAT RIPPED THE SIDE WALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2018-serpentine-belt-failure","label":"Serpentine belt shredding and noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11316982","quote_1_text":"VR30DDTT SERPENTINE BELT KEEPS SHREDDING","quote_2_odi":"11267521","quote_2_text":"THE SERPENTINE BELT MAKES CONSISTENT NOISE IN ALL TYPES OF WEATHER. ALREADY HAD THE DEALER REPLACE IT ONCE. NOISE CAME BACK AND THE DEALER NOW SAYS IT COULD BE THE TENSIONER PULLEY","quote_3_odi":"11161699","quote_3_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY INFINITI ON THE HIGHWAY MY SERPENTINE BELT SNAPPED 4 DIFFERENT TIMES WHILE IN MOTION. ALL WITHIN ONE YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-airbag-malfunction","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11746066","quote_1_text":"Air bags failed. Auto has 28,000 miles and has no accidents. Warning light showed that airbags were not working June 2026","quote_2_odi":"11572632","quote_2_text":"The car was involved in an accident, after the shop checked the vehicle it was brought to our attention that the air bags got stuck and did not deploy because of a malfunction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction affecting instrumentation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11279831","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH WITH ACTIVE CRUISE ENGAGED. THE INSTRUMENTATION ALL WENT BLACK, CRUISE CONTROL RELEASED BUT ENGINE CONTINUED RUNNING AND I USED MANUAL ACCELERATION IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN SPEED IN THE FLOW OF TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"11493583","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was purchased December 2021 upon purchasing the vehicle I noticed the horn was not functioning, vehicle was taken back to dealership, they corrected the issue, then months later horn isn't functioning at all","quote_3_odi":"11174708","quote_3_text":"CAR STARTED NO DASH LIGHTS, NO NAVIGATION LIGHTING, AND NO POWER STEERING. I WAS ABLE DRIVE CAR BUT EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-powertrain-hesitation-jerk","label":"Powertrain hesitation and jerking during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11444229","quote_1_text":"While vehicle is in “D” drive move the car would jerk likes its trying to shift/switch gears and jerk hard. It sounds like the issue would involve the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11493585","quote_2_text":"While driving vehicle if you suddenly stop vehicle would stop, however when applying pressure to gas pedal vehicle would not move, if foot is left on pedal car would jerk and then proceed forward","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-steering-suspension-instability","label":"Steering drift and rear-end instability at speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11636939","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is tramaling or wandering at 50+ mph speeds. Making it dangerously difficult to keep between the lines without constant steering corrections","quote_2_odi":"11490234","quote_2_text":"This car has been drifting to the right since bought causing premature tire wear which has now been 5 sets of tires in 36k miles. The front right tire always seems to blow out","quote_3_odi":"11320913","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR HAS ALWAYS DRIFTED TO THE RIGHT. NOW IT IS DRIFTING TO THE RIGHT AND LEFT. CONSTANTLY HAVING TO CORRECT STEERING TO KEEP STRAIGHT. CAR PULLS HARD TO THE LEFT WHEN BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11396607","quote_1_text":"MY 2019 INFINITI Q50 SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY ON A STRAIGHTAWAY, THERE WERE NO OBJECTS THAT IMPACTED THE SUNROOF","quote_2_odi":"11388523","quote_2_text":"2019 INFINITI Q50 SUNROOF SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 65MPH DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THERE WERE NO VISIBLE ROCKS/DEBRIS ON ROADWAY OR SEEN COMING TOWARDS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q50","model_slug":"q50","cluster_id":"q50-2019-turbo-engine-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure and engine knocking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11738654","quote_1_text":"The vehicle began experiencing engine knocking/ticking noises, rough idle, hesitation under acceleration, shaking, and intermittent misfire symptoms. The issue continued even after replacing spark plugs and ignition components","quote_2_odi":"11730686","quote_2_text":"The twin turbo failure is a known issue with Infiniti. I took my vehicle to the dealership and it was diagnosed with having a passenger side turbo failure","quote_3_odi":"11682053","quote_3_text":"While driving, my vehicle suddenly shut off without warning. After restarting, the vehicle would not accelerate over 40 miles per hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/q50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-engine-internal-failure","label":"Engine internal failure with metal debris and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11505310","quote_1_text":"Engine failed, metal shavings in oil pan and disappearing coolant in the last year. out of warranty and extended warranty denied my replacement engine, they want 36k for an engine and turbos","quote_2_odi":"11670882","quote_2_text":"Engine threw a main bearing around 80 thousand miles in 2023, car was not modified other than different muffler on the back and aftermarket wheels and tires which has nothing to do with the engine","quote_3_odi":"11482093","quote_3_text":"Coolant was found to be leaking into cylinders past head gaskets. After head gasket replacement, engine broke down on highway and car was towed to dealership. Catastrophic overheat damage in lower end. Engine long block was replaced to correct","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and door glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"10991751","quote_1_text":"ABOUT 30 SECONDS TO A MINUTE LATER HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION LIKE A TIRE BLOWOUT THEN A LOT OF ROAD NOISE AND WIND. I PULLED OVER AND STOPPED TO FIND OUT MY SUNROOF GLASS WAS MOSTLY GONE, BROKEN INTO SMALL FRAGMENTS AND A HOLE BLOWN THROUGH","quote_2_odi":"11053656","quote_2_text":"WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR TO TALK TO MY REALTOR AT THE BUSINESS LOCATION, I ROLLED THE PASSENGER WINDOW DOWN (DRIVER'S SIDE STILL UP) AFTER TALKING FOR ABOUT 20 SECONDS I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW EXPLODED/SHATTERED. I WASN'T DRIVING, THE CAR HAD STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-highway-engine-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown while driving at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11044169","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN. THE ENGINE JUST SHUT OFF AND NO POWER","quote_2_odi":"10966290","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, THE ENGINE TURNED OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE ECO-MODE LIGHTS CAME ON WITH \"SYSTEM FAILURE\" WARNING. I WAS ABLE TO COAST INTO THE BREAKDOWN LANE. THE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART RIGHT AWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11571566","quote_1_text":"Airbag Occupant Sensor for passenger seat ceased to function. \"Passenger Airbag Off\" indicator light remains on even with passenger in seat. Check airbag light in dash remains lit. Took car to infiniti dealership to diagnose","quote_2_odi":"11578430","quote_2_text":"OCS passenger seat weight sensor failed. Dealership verified this. They say to repair will be $8000 to replace whole seat","quote_3_odi":"11550838","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the seat air bag sensor, requiring the entire passenger’s side seat to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-run-flat-tire-sidewall","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11426014","quote_1_text":"The tire developed a bubble in the sidewall. The tire is just over a year old and has less than 1,000 miles on it. All driving is on city roads/interstate. The car has not hit any potholes, curbs, or had any other damage","quote_2_odi":"11115792","quote_2_text":"I HAVE GOTTEN 5 FLAT TIRES WITHIN A AVERAGE OF 3800 MILES FROM POT HOLES. THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR AND IS HAZARDOUS AS WELL. EVEN THE SMALLEST POT HOLE CAN CAUSE THE TIRE'S SIDE WALL TO BLOW OUT","quote_3_odi":"11103289","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED 5 TIRES WERE REPLACED IN 2 MONTHS. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT OFFER A SOLUTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-steering-pull-drift","label":"Steering pull and drift at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11403237","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD DRIFT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VEER INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DRIVE STRAIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11352096","quote_2_text":"CAR CONSTANTLY PULLS TO RIGHT OR LEFT SIDE . IF I AM NOT HOLDING THE STEERING WHEEL FIRMLY IT WILL DRAG ME TO EITHER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"q60-2017-turbo-failure-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11713748","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended, with the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11535785","quote_2_text":"1. The engine and turbos failed making the car un-driveable. 2. My safety was put at risk because I had to immediately pull my car off the road in fear that my car would completely fail or catch fire","quote_3_odi":"11653939","quote_3_text":"Car malfunction light comes on spontaneously and runs rough and losses power and rpm can go to 4 at 35 mph and usually happens when car is idling parked for a little while","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-airbag-deploy-no-impact","label":"Airbag deployment without warning or in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11287071","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT OCCURRING. THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS NOT OCCUPIED AT THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"11174455","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE OVER BLACK ICE AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE MEDIAN ON THE HIGHWAY. NONE OF THE FRONTAL OR SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-airbag-occupant-sensor-light","label":"Airbag light from seat occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751340","quote_1_text":"The airbag/SRS warning light illuminated on my 2018 Infiniti Q60 (VIN [XXX], 102,388 miles). The vehicle was taken to Sewell Infiniti of Dallas ([XXX]) for diagnosis","quote_2_odi":"11746278","quote_2_text":"I own an Infiniti with fewer than 45,000 miles on it. Recently, the airbag warning light illuminated, so I brought the vehicle to an Infiniti dealership for diagnosis","quote_3_odi":"11151812","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NALLEY INFINITI MARIETTA (LOCATED AT 2020 COBB PKWY SE, MARIETTA, GA 30060, (404) 994-4328) AND THE AIR BAG COMPUTER WAS RESET, BUT THE FAILURE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-recall-repair-dispute","label":"Oil pressure control recall repair dispute","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11714198","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was subject to an active manufacturer safety recall involving the oil pressure control system and diagnostic trouble code P06DA, which requires inspection and replacement of the Engine Room Sub-Harness if the condition is present","quote_2_odi":"11649269","quote_2_text":"On Feb 5, 2025, I received written confirmation from Infiniti Consumer Affairs (Case #[XXX]) that my vehicle was eligible for recall repair. However, on Jan 27, 2025, my Infiniti dealer (Stevens Creek Infiniti) informed me that Infiniti had denied the recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-steering-lockup-warning-light","label":"Power steering warning light with loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11156646","quote_1_text":"LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING 2018 INFINITI Q60S RED SPORT. AFTER A SEARCH ONLINE, I FOUND THAT THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN PREDICTED WITH THE DRIVE-BY-WIRE OR STEER-BY-WIRE SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11062737","quote_2_text":"I LEASED AN INFINITI Q60 ON DECEMBER 9, 2017. ON DECEMBER 15, AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR, THE STEERING BECAME EXTREMELY TIGHT AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11062273","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS BRAND NEW AND WAS PURCHASED ON 12/26/2017. 12/27: AFTER A 3+HOUR DRIVE W/ 350~ MILES ON THE CAR AT THIS POINT, AN INDICATOR LIGHT WITH A STEERING WHEEL AND EXCLAMATION POINT LIT UP THE DASH AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-steering-wander-pull","label":"Steering wander or pull requiring correction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11142011","quote_1_text":"2018 INFINITI Q60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE STEERING WHEEL. *AS THE CONSUMER STATED THE STEERING WHEEL PULLED TO THE RIGHT. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11432344","quote_2_text":"There seems to be an issue with my 2018 Infiniti Q60 and I am not the only one. My allignment is perfect and my tires are new but the vehicle still tends to wander on the freeway which feels very unsafe and dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11500920","quote_3_text":"Something is malfunctioning in the steering of this car...About a month ago I was driving my car and noticed it would not accelerate, it kept stalling but not shutting off, as well as it was swerving on it's own with the slightest bumps in the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"Q60","model_slug":"q60","cluster_id":"infiniti-q60-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11555756","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road heading to work on a regular street, not even the highway or anything. I heard a loud bang like a gun shot and I almost swerved and crashed from how loud it was","quote_2_odi":"11419919","quote_2_text":"I was driving down I59 just north of Hattiesburg MS with no one around me or going over an overpass when my sunroof exploded. There is no chance it was hit with anything","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/q60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-acceleration-hesitation-surge","label":"Acceleration hesitation or unintended surge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11732668","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked abnormally. The vehicle steadily moved forward even after releasing the steering wheel and the accelerator","quote_2_odi":"11277065","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKING,THE CAR RAPIDLY ACCELERATED WITH ONLY LIGHT PRESSURE ON THE GAS PEDAL. THE CAR WAS PULLING FORWARD INTO A PARKING SPOT AND ENDED UP IN THE BUSHES","quote_3_odi":"11162805","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASES A 2017 INFINITI QX30. WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, REVERSE, OR WHILE STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO REGAIN ACCELERATION THE \"SEE THE DRIVER'S MANUAL\" MESSAGE WOULD ALSO APPEAR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO BENNETT INFINITI OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11690551","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that, while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed on a highway, another vehicle suddenly merged into her lane. The driver was unable to react and collided with the rear of the vehicle. As a result, the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11466152","quote_2_text":"I was in a car accident where the front of my car collided with another car damaging and taking part of the front of my car off and pushing it up bulging at the side mirrors and my airbag did not deploy. After the impact, my dashboard had \"SRS Malfunction Service Requested\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-clock-spring-airbag-horn-failure","label":"Steering clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11655911","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the clock spring module had failed and needed to be","quote_2_odi":"11436554","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal clicking noise would emit from the steering wheel as all electric buttons on the steering wheel failed to operate without warning. When the contact made a U-turn, the","quote_3_odi":"11051518","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S BAG UNEXPECTEDLY DEPLOY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-headliner-sunroof-shade-sagging","label":"Headliner and sunroof shade sagging or tearing","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11690911","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety and quality concern with my 2017 Infiniti QX30. The interior headliner in the rear section of my vehicle has begun sagging significantly, which obstructs rear visibility and creates a potential driving hazard. Based on my","quote_2_odi":"11476902","quote_2_text":"When i went to open the panoramic roof shade it ripped and tore. The manufacture acknowledges that there was a different design to fix the issue that came from the factory with a flaw in the design. The sun shade for the panoramic roof has had a different design created from a","quote_3_odi":"11697438","quote_3_text":"I opened my sunroof cover and the back of my headliner dropped. The back window is already small and the headliner hangs in front of it obstructing the view. It seems like everyone has this same issue or defect which is pretty pricey to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-power-steering-abs-loss","label":"Power steering and ABS loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11572582","quote_1_text":"While driving vehicle warning message appeared on cluster saying “ABS INOPERABLE” with ABS and traction control lights on. Minutes later all power steering is gone and vehicle is very difficult to steer. This not only put me in danger but also my passengers and others on the","quote_2_odi":"11405167","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS AN ABSOLUTE HAZARD. THE BRAKES AND POWER STEERING WILL FAIL WHILE DRIVING, AND THE VEHICLE WILL BE SLOW TO ACCELERATE WHILE THIS HAPPENS. I HAVE PERSONALLY HAD TWO NEAR ACCIDENTS WHEN THIS OCCURS. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT I AM FAR FROM THE ONLY PERSON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2017-unintended-rollaway-park-failure","label":"Unintended vehicle movement or failure to hold park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11234203","quote_1_text":"THIS COMPLAINT IS THAT OF SERIOUS HEALTH AND SAFETY RISK IGNORED WITH IGNORANCE AND BELLIGERENCE BY INFINITI. THE QX30 IS AN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CAR THAT IS NOT JUST ROLLING BACKWARDS WHILE IN DRIVE HOWEVER IT APPEARD TO BE DRIVING BACKWARDS IN DRIVE. WHILE THE QX30 IS","quote_2_odi":"11155222","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING CAR AND WINDSHIELD BEGAN TO FREEZE OVER WITH FROST. CAME TO COMPLETE STOP IN RESIDENTIAL STREET, AND THE CAR WAS STATIONARY. I THEN PRESSED PARK BUTTON AND OPENED CAR DOOR TO GET OUT TO SCRAPE WINDSHIELD MORE. CAR DID NOT GO INTO PARK AND BEGAN TO ROLL, PULLING ME","quote_3_odi":"11316771","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE VEHICLE SWITCHED ITSELF INTO PARK. IT LOST ALL POWER AND FORCED ME TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-auxiliary-battery-drain","label":"Auxiliary battery drain causing dead battery","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11311498","quote_1_text":"WHEN I TURN MY CAR OFF THE RADIO IS STAYING ON AND IF I DON'T CRANK IT EVERY 6-8 HOURS THE BATTERY GOES COMPLETELY DEAD AND I HAVE TO RECHARGE IT","quote_2_odi":"11534412","quote_2_text":"The auxiliary battery located underneath the interior glove compartment went dead and the car was inoperable. I called Infinity and they would not help me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Backup camera and instrument panel screen blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11587123","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that on several occasions while in reverse(R) the display screen went blank","quote_2_odi":"11204959","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI QX30. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SCREEN BLACKED OUT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED EVERY TIME THE ENGINE WAS STARTED. THE FAILURE EVEN AFFECTED THE BACK UP CAMERA SCREEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-clockspring-steering-noise","label":"Steering wheel clockspring failure with airbag warning light","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11718589","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the steering wheel, with several unknown warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11622979","quote_2_text":"I am writing to express my concerns regarding a malfunction in my vehicle, specifically related to the airbags and the steering angle sensor or possibly the steering wheel itself","quote_3_odi":"11412908","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI QX30. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT START-UP, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL POPPING SOUND WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-electrical-harness-malfunction","label":"Electrical wiring harness failure with multiple malfunctions","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11529022","quote_1_text":"The vehicle, with low mileage and no accidents, has had a few engine-related issues over the last few months. Recently, I went to turn it on, and many components of the car wouldn't work (no parking, power steering, engine issues, seats won't move, etc.)","quote_2_odi":"11462066","quote_2_text":"A variety of dashboard lights illuminated including engine light, ABS, emergency brake failure message etc. Vehicle drove as if power steering had failed","quote_3_odi":"11123544","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR BRAND NEW TWO MONTHS AGO. DISCOVERED THE LEFT HATCH HARNESS COVER IS CRUSHED. WAS TOLD BY INFINITI REGIONAL MANAGER EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL IS RUN THOROUGH THAT HARNESS AND EVERY TIME THE HATCH IS OPENED AND CLOSED THE WIRING IS GETTING PINCHED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-headliner-detachment","label":"Headliner detachment obstructing rear visibility","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11690929","quote_1_text":"I am submitting a safety concern regarding the headliner in my vehicle. The rear portion of the headliner has detached and is sagging downward","quote_2_odi":"11667031","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a serious manufacturer defect in my 2018 Infiniti QX30. The headliner has detached and is sagging, obstructing rear window visibility and presenting a potential distraction while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11545783","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated while driving at various highway speeds, the vehicle suddenly decelerated to 30 MPH. During the failure the check engine warning light illuminated and the message \"Inoperative - See Owner’s Manual\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11372409","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE THERE IS A SUDDEN LOST OF ENGINE POWER AND VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE. SEVERAL WARNING INDICATORS COME UP ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX30","model_slug":"qx30","cluster_id":"qx30-2018-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission control unit failure with neutral shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11611876","quote_1_text":"Hello, My 2018 Infiniti QX30 slips into neutral while driving on the road at high speeds and without any warning. The message on the dash is vague “Service required. Do not shift gears. Visit Dealer.”","quote_2_odi":"11574917","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX30. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle erroneously shifted into neutral(N) and stalled inadvertently. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx50-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11476966","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances of forward emergency braking system engaging on an empty road or when no vehicle is in close proximity","quote_2_odi":"11466800","quote_2_text":"Was driving down the street going 55mph, not one car in front of me. The automatic breaking turns on and the car hit the brakes by itself","quote_3_odi":"11337619","quote_3_text":"DATING BACK TO NOVEMBER 2019, MY VEHICLE'S AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING HAVE ENGAGED 3 TIMES WITHOUT REASONABLE CAUSE AT SPEEDS THAT VARY FROM 40-70 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx50-2019-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure with metal debris in oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11703905","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. While the contact's son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated there was smoke and fire coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11671267","quote_2_text":"Engine failed. Metal shavings found in oil pan at Infiniti dealer. Mechanic recommended replacing the engine. It is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11633917","quote_3_text":"On January 1, 2025 at about 10:30pm, while driving at about 40 miles per hour the engine made some knocking noises and then suddenly lost power, forcing the car to be pulled over to the side of a dangerous road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx50-2019-liftgate-strikes-occupant","label":"Power liftgate closes unexpectedly and strikes occupant","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11230512","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE OPENED THE REAR LIFTGATE USING THE OUTSIDE ELECTRONIC DOOR SWITCH ON THE LIFTGATE. THE LIFTGATE ELECTRICALLY FULLY OPENED. MY WIFE STARTED TO LOAD ITEMS INTO THE REAR OF THE SUV. THE DOOR ELECTRICALLY CLOSED ON ITS OWN. THE DOOR STRUCK THE BACK OF MY WIFE'S HEAD BEFORE","quote_2_odi":"11540612","quote_2_text":"The Drive Unit Power Back Door. Part Number: 90560-5NA0B has failed and causes a severe risk of injury when trying to access the cargo area. The lift gate rises up and abruptly descends causing a hazardous situation to the consumer","quote_3_odi":"11754847","quote_3_text":"The power liftgate (automatic trunk) system on my 2019 Infiniti QX50 malfunctioned. After fully opening, the liftgate unexpectedly closed on its own without any warning beeps or resistance detection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx50-2019-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 25V-437 repair delayed for lack of parts","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11687542","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11683604","quote_2_text":"The contact's husband owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11676029","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair and the contact was informed that the engine and turbo charger needed to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx50-2019-seat-position-failure","label":"Driver seat fails to hold adjusted position","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11629513","quote_1_text":"Driver’s seat will not move forward. Driver cannot reach the pedals","quote_2_odi":"11527612","quote_2_text":"The driver seat electric motor has failed on three separate occasions. 7/29/21, mileage 22,984 9/3/21, Mileage 24156 7/12/22, Mileage 34,414","quote_3_odi":"11466239","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX50. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and attempting to adjust the seat, the seat failed to move backward or forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2020-collision-warning-false-alert","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11602003","quote_1_text":"COLLISION WARNING SENSOR ACTIVATED WHILE DRIVING IN THE #1 LANE( CLOSEST TO THE CEMENT HIGHWAY DIVIDERS) AND AGGRESIVELY BRAKED AND SLOWED WHILE DIVING AT 77 MPH. NOT SAFE!!","quote_2_odi":"11568151","quote_2_text":"When in ProPILOT Assist/Intelligent Cruise Control, when hands leave the steering wheel, car failed to give a dash visual warning, sensory warning, or did not take control of the vehicle to bring it to a safe stop","quote_3_odi":"11446663","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle, randomly vehicle brakes are applied on their own, causing vehicle to suddenly slow down in traffic. Red warning light appears on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2020-electrical-display-stalling","label":"Electrical system malfunctions, display and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11366795","quote_1_text":"CAR ABRUPTLY STALLS WHILE DRIVING. HAS OCCURRED 3 TIMES. DRAMATICALLY INCREASING A CHANCE OF COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11404257","quote_2_text":"DISPLAY SCREEN COMPLETELY BLACK, BUTTONS WOULD WORK, RADIO WOULD WORK, HEATED SEATS WOULD WORK, AC WOULD WORK BUT ABSOLUTELY NOTHING ON THE SCREEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2020-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11719065","quote_1_text":"On January 19, 2026, while driving approximately 65 mph on a four-lane highway in Long Island, the vehicle suddenly went into limp mode and dropped to about 10 mph without warning","quote_2_odi":"11710207","quote_2_text":"I promptly took my vehicle to the dealership, and they confirmed there is metal shavings engine and Infiniti refused to replace the engine","quote_3_odi":"11664985","quote_3_text":"Infiniti of Birmingham (Alabama) says that one of the bearings in the engine spun and there is metal shavings in the oil pan. They say I need a new engine with only 68,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2020-recall-repair-delay-denial","label":"Engine bearing recall repair delays and denials","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11715561","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The local dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment, and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11710323","quote_2_text":"The contact called the local dealer and was advised that parts were not yet available for the recall repair. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11700129","quote_3_text":"The dealership misrepresented the recall status of my vehicle, failed to disclose that Recall 25V437 remained open, and delivered a defective product – a vehicle with a known safety defect that directly impacts usability, value, and consumer safety","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-door-latch-ajar-sensor","label":"Driver or passenger door latch and ajar sensor fault","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02-20 → 2026-05-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737328","quote_1_text":"The front driver-side door on my 2021 Infiniti QX50 appears to have a faulty latch, hinge, or door ajar sensor issue. The vehicle repeatedly displays a “door open/door ajar” warning even when the door is fully shut and latched. The warning can sometimes be triggered or worsened…","quote_2_odi":"11724522","quote_2_text":"The front passenger door latch seems to go off and say that the door is open and the alarm goes off in the car so in the middle of the night, the alarm will start ringing and then when driving in the car, it constantly beeps and says the door is open when it’s closed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-electrical-adas-malfunction","label":"Electrical system and ADAS warning light malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05-03 → 2026-05-15","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11738125","quote_1_text":"I purchased my vehicle 4.25. soon after I noticed lights flickering. I was notified shortly after my car was part of the major recall. I brought it in, they said no engine bearings, car is ok, they did not acknowledge the lights because there was no code.  I was due for an oil…","quote_2_odi":"11738589","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has experienced ongoing electrical and safety-system related malfunctions shortly after being purchased as an INFINITI Certified Pre-Owned vehicle in April 2025. The issues initially included flickering interior and exterior lights, intermittent door lock…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-engine-bearing-failure","label":"VC-Turbo engine bearing failure with metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03-15 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683280","quote_1_text":"while driving at 55 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle jerked while driving and failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact called the local dealer and…","quote_2_odi":"11710783","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a repeat engine failure involving bearing material consistent with a known Infiniti VC-Turbo engine defect.  The original engine in my 2021 Infiniti QX50 failed and was replaced with a brand-new long block in May 2024 at approximately 85,700 miles. I paid for this…","quote_3_odi":"11577561","quote_3_text":"I purchased this 2021 QX50 Infiniti  on [XXX] and have experienced consistent engine knocking. In checking out this problem, I have found that it is apparently a widespread problem with the engine in 2021 QX50 vehicles and can possibly lead to engine lock up and engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-engine-recall-25v437-denial","label":"Recall 25V437 engine repair denial or delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-10-25 → 2026-06-24","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746230","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from under the hood. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and metal shavings were found in the oil pan. Upon further…","quote_2_odi":"11719271","quote_2_text":"There was a recall on my vehicle. I was told to bring the vehicle in for the metal found in oil. Infiniti denied to replace my engine which was stated during the recall that the engine would be replaced. My vehicle was returned to me without receiving an engine per the recall","quote_3_odi":"11714121","quote_3_text":"I proactively brought my Infiniti QX50 to the dealership for inspection due to the recall. The service department found metal in the engine, which they stated is related to a known recall issue. The service department told me that I need an engine replacement, but Infiniti has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-phantom-braking-feb","label":"Forward emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05-03 → 2025-12-22","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11458034","quote_1_text":"While driving on a clear day with no traffic in front of me or debris on the road at approximately 45 mph, a master warning light appeared on my dash with an accompanying warning signal and simultaneously the emergency braking system engaged and brought my vehicle to a sudden…","quote_2_odi":"11706548","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. There was an unknown message displayed on the instrument panel. The failure had occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who informed the contact that the failure was a known…","quote_3_odi":"11677355","quote_3_text":"3 separate accounts of automatic braking (phantom braking ) has occurred on the last year and electronic  emergency brake would not engage 3 times in one day. Worried about rear end collision due to my car braking on its own. Brought to an infinity dealer who tested it with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2021,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX50","model_slug":"qx50","cluster_id":"qx50-2021-underbody-shield-detachment","label":"Underbody shield and wheel well liner detachment while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-02-11 → 2026-02-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11717171","quote_1_text":"On October 29, 2025, my Infiniti QX50 was repaired at Naples Infiniti after the engine under shield detached while driving, ripping off the passenger-side wheel well liner. The technician stated the failure was likely caused by missing bolts from a prior oil change approximately…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/infiniti/qx50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11562306","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag restraint system has failed. Specifically, the passenger seat airbag sensor has failed, meaning there is no current airbag functionality for the passenger in my 2010 Infiniti QX56. There was a voluntary safety recall for (R1606) for Infiniti QX56's with","quote_2_odi":"11241740","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT AND SEATBELT LIGHTS AREON AND THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT PRIOR TO THIS COMING ON. DEALER STATED I WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO GET IT REPAIRED BECAUSE THERE IS NO RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10654176","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD CONTROL PANEL. UPON INSPECTION AT AN INFINITY DEALERSHIP I WAS TOLD THE CABLE FOR THE AIR BAG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE COST WOULD BE ABOUT $600. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS APPROXIMATELY 54,000 MILES AND I DO NOT THINK THERE SHOULD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-brake-response-delay","label":"Delayed brake response and stability control warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10320991","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS AN 2010 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. WHEN PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL THERE WAS A DELAY RESPONSE. THE CONTACT REQUIRED AN INCREASE IN STOPPING DISTANCE DURING BRAKING","quote_2_odi":"10925893","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL OFF SLIP ON WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON UNTIL THE VEHICLE STOPPED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOUR TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-console-detachment","label":"Rear overhead console detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10888052","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN WATER ST, UPPER MARLBORO, MD ON MY WAY TO WORK AND THE REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLE (CONSOLE ASSY-ROOF) JUST FELL ON MY SHOULDER AND BACK SEATS. I'VE ATTACHED IMAGES SHOWING THE UNIT BREAKING APART FROM THE SCREWS AND AFTER RESEARCH I SEE THAT THIS HAS BEEN","quote_2_odi":"10885973","quote_2_text":"THE REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLE FELL WHILE DRIVING. APPARENTLY IT WAS DUE TO THE HEAT ON THE ROOF THAT MELTED THE 6 CLIPS INSIDE THAT HOLDS IT TO THE CEILING, I'M CONFIDENT THIS HAS TO BE A MANUFACTURER DEFECT AND NEEDS BE CORRECTED BEFORE SOMEONE DIES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-electrical-stalling","label":"Electrical system stalling with dash warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10563945","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE ICC","quote_2_odi":"10432915","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ILLUMINATED OAS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT CALLED ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND INSPECTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-steering-loss-potholes","label":"Steering control loss over rough roads and potholes","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10437726","quote_1_text":"I OWN 2010 QX56. ON NOVEMBER 16TH I WAS COMING OUT OF PARKING GARAGE AT CHICAGO O'HARE AIRPORT. AFTER I PASS THE PAY BOOTH, WITH IN 15 FEET AT THE SPEED OF 4 TO 5 MILES PER HOUR, I LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL BECAUSE OF SOME MALFUNCTION OF THE STEERING WHEEL ASSEMBLY","quote_2_odi":"10562630","quote_2_text":"COMPLAINT: I AM WRITING TO NOTIFY NHTSA OF THE EXTREMELY LACK OF STABILITY CONTROL WITH MY VEHICLE. THE LACK OF STABILITY CONTROL OCCURS WHEN DRIVING OVER SMALL UNEVEN SURFACES AND CAUSES THE STEERING TO BE VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10380075","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITY QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING OVER A POT HOLE AT ANY SPEED, THE STEERING WOULD BECOME INCREASINGLY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER NUMEROUS TIMES FOR THE FAILURE WHERE THE DEALER PERFORMED A DIAGNOSIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-suspension-faults","label":"Suspension component faults","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10653767","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN THE OWNER OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE JUNE OF 2014 AND PURCHASED IT WITH 53K MILES. THE UNDERBODY HAS SUBSTANTIAL RUST FOR THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE. THIS RUST HAS SEIZED THE ALIGNMENT BOLTS IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE AND IT CANNOT BE PROPERLY ALIGNED WITHOUT MAJOR REPAIRS(IN","quote_2_odi":"10299768","quote_2_text":"A FAULT CODE GETS SET AND DEACTIVATES THE REAR AIR LEVELING SUSPENSION. WHEN THAT HAPPENS, NO AIR TO THE AIR SHOCKS AND IT BOTTOMS OUT. SUPPOSEDLY, ONLY THE DEALER CAN RESET IT. A REAL PROBLEM WHEN TOWING A TRAILER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2010,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx56-2010-visibility-hvac-faults","label":"Windshield defrost and HVAC actuator faults","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2016-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10822848","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEFROSTER FAILED TO DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD ENTIRELY CAUSING THE CONTACT TO NOT BE ABLE TO VIEW OUT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE WINDOW WAS 60% DEFROSTED AFTER USING THE DEFROSTER AND A SCRAPPER","quote_2_odi":"10692911","quote_2_text":"HEATING/A/C ACTUATORS MAKES AN ANNOYING CLICKING NOISE. IT APPEARS TO BE STUCK...AND TRYING TO CLOSE/ OPEN. THIS APPEARS TO BE AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH NISSAN/INFINITY TRUCKS. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-airbag-system-issues","label":"Airbag warning light, cover crack, and deployment failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11308946","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITY QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG COVER WAS CRACKING","quote_2_odi":"11398451","quote_2_text":"MY AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND OUT WHAT WAS THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10533365","quote_3_text":"AIR BAGS DO NOT ENGAGE WHEN MY WIFE SITS IN FRONT SEAT. SHE WEIGHS 100 POUNDS BUT I WOULD THINK AIR BAG SYSTEM SHOULD WORK FOR AN ADULT OF THIS SIZE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and premature failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11307996","quote_1_text":"ON MORE THAN ONE OCCASION AFTER DRIVING TO A STORE OR APPT. AND PARK . GO OUT TO A COMPLETELY DEAD VEHICLE. JUMP START TO GET GOING MAY GO FOR A MONTH OR SO AND IT WILL HAPPEN AGAIN WITH NO WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10924936","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BATTERY SINCE WE BOUGHT THE QX56","quote_3_odi":"11323919","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 INFINITI QX56. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY FAILED PREMATURELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-brake-pedal-creep","label":"Brake pedal creep and rollaway at a stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10778289","quote_1_text":"WHEN I'M STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE VEHICLE WILL START TO ROLL FORWARD UNEXPECTEDLY AND EXTRA PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING, AT THIS POINT THE BRAKE PEDAL IS ALMOST AT THE FLOOR AND PUMPING THE PEDAL A FEW TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10726174","quote_2_text":"WHEN WAITING AT A STOPLIGHT FOR A LONG PERIOD THE BRAKE PEDAL GRADUALLY EASES DOWN AND THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO ROLL FORWARD TO PREVENT THE VEHICLE FROM GOING FORWARD EXTRA PRESSURE NEEDS TO BE APPLIED TO THE PEDAL TO KEEP THE VEHICLE STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure and replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11131900","quote_1_text":"AT 82,000 MILES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING BOTH CATALYTIC CONVERTERS WERE BAD","quote_2_odi":"11240421","quote_2_text":"I HAD MY CATALYTIC CONVERTER REPLACED BACK IN DECEMBER 2016 . THERE WAS A RECALL FOR CATALYTIC CONVERTER SO I HAD IT REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11100076","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2012 QX 53. AT 70,000 MILES I HAD TO REPLACE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTERS, COST OVER $4000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-suspension-rust-fracture","label":"Suspension component fracture from rust corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11742803","quote_1_text":"While driving my vehicle with my family, I experienced a sudden and dangerous loss of control. I was able to safely maneuver the vehicle off the roadway without injury","quote_2_odi":"11515904","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed, rear of vehicle suddenly became uncontrolled and caused vehicle to swerve dangerously. If a vehicle would have been in the adjacent lane an accident would have occurred","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2012,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure causing stall or power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721950","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at 56 MPH, the vehicle slowed down and failed to respond as intended","quote_2_odi":"11450269","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while driving at high speeds, the vehicle shook and then lost motive power","quote_3_odi":"10861512","quote_3_text":"INFINITI QX56 HAS A UBIQUITOUS ISSUE WITH TIMING CHAIN FAILURES GOING OUT BETWEEN 60K-80K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2013-battery-no-start-failure","label":"Battery drain and no-start electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11431708","quote_1_text":"SUV WOULD NOT START SO HAD TO GET A JUMP. 1 WEEK LATER SAME THING. HAD BATTERY TESTED BUT WAS NOT BAD AND IT HAD JUST BEEN REPLACED BY DEALER IN 2019. 1 WEEK LATER AGAIN SUV WOULD NOT START. GOT A JUMP AND TOOK TO JBA INFINITI IN ELLICOTT CITY, MD WHO CHARGED THE BATTERY FOR 2","quote_2_odi":"11364157","quote_2_text":"DEAD BATTERY. REPLACED ALTERNATOR AND BATTERY, VEHICLE IS DEAD EVERY 2-3 DAYS. MANY OTHERS REPORT THE SAME ISSUE. INFINITI HAS AN \"INFOTAINMENT SOFTWARE UPDATE\" TO FIX THIS PROBLEM BUT HAVE NO FIX FOR OLDER VEHICLES","quote_3_odi":"11316183","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DEAD AND WOULD NOT START WHEN BATTERY WAS JUMPED. BATTERY WAS REPLACED ONCE IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ORIGINAL BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DEAD. ONCE THE VEHICLE STARTED , THE ENGINE LIGHT WAS VISIBLE ON THE DASH. THE VEHICLE WAS MAKING A VERY LOUD HUMMING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2013-brake-pedal-floor-failure","label":"Brake pedal travel to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10667433","quote_1_text":"ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS WITHIN TWO DAYS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR. IN THE FIRST INSTANCE, I WAS ALREADY AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN IT SUDDENLY COLLAPSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. IN THE SECOND INSTANCE, AS SOON AS I CAME TO A","quote_2_odi":"10717126","quote_2_text":"4/14/15 VEHICLE PURCHASED FROM CARMAX. PROBLEM: BRAKES DO NOT WORK WHEN PUSHED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR FIRST BRAKE FAILURE (4/15/15) TWO DAYS AFTER PURCHASE, BRAKES FAILED AT APPROX. 6PM UNDER CLEAR WEATHER/GOOD ROAD CONDITIONS, WHILE TRAVELING NORTH ON VERMONT AVE. IN GARDENA","quote_3_odi":"11350880","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL SEEMS SPONGY AND WHILE BRAKING AT SLOWER SPEEDS THE SEAT BELT PULLS BACK VIOLENTLY PINNING THE DRIVER BACK AGAINST THE SEAT. REAR BRAKES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND BRAKE SYSTEM FLUID CHECK STILL NO DIFFERENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2013-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11306616","quote_1_text":"CATALYST PROBLEM P0420 P0420. SEEN SAME VEHICLES BEING RECALLED","quote_2_odi":"11131472","quote_2_text":"THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, AND I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO THOUSAND OAKS INFINITI WHERE I REGULARLY HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS A BANK 2 CATALYTIC CONVERTOR FAILURE. BASED ON MY RESEARCH, THIS IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM WITH THE CAR AND IT IS JUST A MATTER OF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2013-suspension-component-failure","label":"Control arm and air suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11509354","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that intermittently while parked, and while driving at various speeds, the rear of the vehicle was sagging. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the air","quote_2_odi":"10985139","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 INFINITI QX56. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE VEHICLE SHOOK. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SAGGING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"11448098","quote_3_text":"While my wife was driving our QX56 during normal conditions at approximately 40MPH, QX56 begun to swerve repeatedly left to right in a dangerous manner and she had to apply brakes rapidly. Looking under the vehicle, the lower control arm was badly cracked and the cause of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2013,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX56","model_slug":"qx56","cluster_id":"qx56-2013-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11537471","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti QX56. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle made an abnormally loud ticking sound. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain","quote_2_odi":"11454642","quote_2_text":"The timing chain needs to be replaced on my vehicle with under 80,000 miles. Researching the issue i found that this is a very common problem with this specific engine. This is an $80,000+ car brand new and it did not last 80,000 miles. This is an obvious part malfunction due to","quote_3_odi":"11315533","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN WAS LOOSENED AND WAS RUBBING AGAINST ANOTHER PART MAKE A LOUD NOISE WHILE SITTING AND DRIVING. THANKFULLY I STOPPED IN TO HAVE IT CHECKED OUT. THE SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAID IT WAS READY TO BREAK AT ANYTIME. THANKFULLY NOTHING HAPPEN TO ME, KIDS, AND HUSBAND ON THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/infiniti/qx56","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2014-airbag-warning","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11732906","quote_1_text":"Passenger airbag light is on the airbag is not working","quote_2_odi":"10873582","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG OFF WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED","quote_3_odi":"11580574","quote_3_text":"I have an infiniti qx60 that has a hairbag malfunctioning for a long time now. I've taken it to be serviced by infiniti many times. However, they could never fix it. At one point, I decided to leave it alone until the last time I took the car in to be serviced. The person who","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2014-brake-master-cyl","label":"Master cylinder leak and brake pedal loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11645679","quote_1_text":"THE MASTERCYLINDER LEAKED OUT ALL THE BRAKE FLUID OUT THRU BAD SEAL. THIS IS THE FOURTH TIME THIS HAS BEEN REPAIRED. THE LAST THREE TIMES IT WAS DONE BY THE NISSAN TWIN CITY NISSAN DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11616622","quote_2_text":"MY MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER FAILED. LOST MY BRAKES. HAD TO PUMP PEDAL TO GET CAR TO STOP. HAD BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS ON HAD REPAIRED BY DEJEAN AUTOMOTIVE IN PORT ARTHUR. [XXX] COST $447.65 MY MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER FAILED AGAIN WHILE ON VACATION. LOST BRAKES AND HAD TO PUMP BRAKES TO","quote_3_odi":"10820027","quote_3_text":"2014 QX 60 ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS (DEC 18, 2015 AND JAN 2ND,2016, ROUGHLY 2 WEEKS APART ) THE TOP BOLTS ON THE FRONT BREAK CALIPERS FELL OFF CAUSING THE CALIPER TO TILT OFF THE ROTOR. IN THE FIRST INSTANCE, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL STARTED MAKING SOME GRINDING NOISES WHILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2014-cvt-shudder","label":"CVT transmission judder, jerking, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":108,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11694716","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is having issues with the CVT transmission timing chain, I was just aware, there was a recall in the past but my infiniti dealership said it's expired.And they won't help replace it. I'm getting Judder while driving","quote_2_odi":"10937612","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE HAD REPEATED ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION FAILING ON THIS VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WILL OFTEN NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP OR TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE TRANSMISSION WILL SHUDDER, JERK, AND EMITS A HIGH PITCHED WHINE. WE HAVE NEARLY HAD SEVERAL ACCIDENTS WITH THIS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11517469","quote_3_text":"Consistent CVT shudder while accelerating from a \"stop\" through 25-30 MPH, and also sometimes while accelerating after moving and lasting through 40 plus MPH. This transmission shudder necessitates releasing the accelerator pedal, slowing down, sometimes selecting a different","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2014-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11289016","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT: EVERY TIME IT RAINS OR SNOWS MOISTURE GETS BUILT UP INSIDE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY AND THE LIGHTS QUITS WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11459204","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, she noticed that the headlights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the headlight assemblies needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11395235","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HEADLAMP ALLOWED MOISTURE TO ENTER INTO THE ENCLOSURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER INFINITI OF LYNNWOOD (17305 HWY 99, LYNNWOOD, WA 98037, (425) 409-6274) TO BE DIAGNOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11466590","quote_1_text":"Driving at highway at about 65 mph last night with almost no cars around us when we (wife and I) heard loud bang above us almost like an explosion. I pulled over safely and found out the sunroof is completely shattered out of the blue","quote_2_odi":"11123258","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE AND HEARD A LOUD BANG, LIKE A GUNSHOT OVERHEAD AND GLASS FELL INTO THE CABIN ON MYSELF, WIFE AND TWO KIDS. THE SUNROOF ON OUR 2014 INFINITY QX60 WAS CLOSED, BUT HAD EXPLODED INTO THOUSANDS OF PIECES","quote_3_odi":"11011836","quote_3_text":"DRIVING FROM HOUSTON TO AUSTIN ON 71 AT 65MPH ON JULY 27TH 2017. NO TRAFFIC AROUND ME, NO DEBRIS ON ROAD. SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARDS. NO IMPACT FROM DEBRIS BUT WAS VERY HOT DAY. TESTED TEMP OF SUNROOF AFTERWARDS WITH LASER READER - SHOWED 165F","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-airbag-warning","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor false warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10863327","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING WITH AN ADULT OVER 100LB'S IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG OFF LIGHT WILL TURN ON. IT SEAMS TO BE CLASSIFYING ADULT PASSENGERS AS CHILDREN AND TURNING THE AIR BAG OFF INCORRECTLY","quote_2_odi":"10944334","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V381000 (AIR BAGS), BUT THE REMEDY CAUSED THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE DEALER FAILED TO DIAGNOSE OR","quote_3_odi":"11322728","quote_3_text":"THIS HAS BROKEN TWICE SINCE THEY DID THE RECALL. THE RED LIGHT FLASHES ON THE DASH WHICH DISABLES THE AIRBAG. THERE HASN'T BEEN ANY OTHER ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE. INFINITI SERVICE TRIED TO BLAME ME SAYING THAT IT WAS TAMPERED WITH. THIS IS NOT TRUE, I HAVE NOT TOUCHED IT AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal loses stopping power to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11318845","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT ISSUES INVOLVING THE BRAKING SYSTEM. 1. BRAKE PEDAL SINKS SLOWLY TO FLOOR WHEN BRAKING OR IN STOP. WHEEZING OR CHIRPING SOUND WHEN RELEASING THE BRAKE PEDAL. 2. WHEN BRAKING SOFTLY, BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELS ABOUT 50% BEFORE THE VEHICLE BEGINS SLOWING. 3. ISSUE PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"11330180","quote_2_text":"ISSUE: EVERY 2-3 MONTHS CAR HAS HAD A TOTAL BREAK FAILURE. BY TOTAL BRAKE FAILURE I MEAN PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO BOTTOM AND SEAT BELTS TIGHTEN WITH 0 BREAKING POWER. PUMPING BREAKS 2-3 TIMES THEN RETURNS TO NORMAL. ISSUE IS NOT EASILY REPEATABLE. ONLY OTHER SYMPTOM IS BREAK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-cvt-shudder","label":"CVT transmission shudder and premature failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11529614","quote_1_text":"Hello the CVT transmission in these 2014-2017 vehicles have been known to be defective. Apparently Infiniti settled a lawsuit that was suing them for this exact reason. They settled without admitting fault. Problem with that is all these vehicles are still on the road and","quote_2_odi":"11075418","quote_2_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 40K MILES, THE DEALER REPLACED THE CVT BECAUSE THE CAR WAS \"BUCKING\" AND CREATED A CODE THAT THE MECHANICS COULD SEE. THAT FIXED THE PROBLEM UNTIL A FEW THOUSAND MILES LATER; THE CAR NOW JUTTERS AROUND 20-25MPH ON FLAT ROADS AND VERY PRONOUNCED ON INCLINES THEN","quote_3_odi":"11414215","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS 73,000 MILES. WHEN DRIVING AND ACCELERATING, THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO SHAKE, JERK AND VIBRATE VIOLENTLY. THIS HAPPENS AT BOTH LOCAL AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS. THE FREQUENCY IN WHICH THIS OCCURS HAS INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY OVER THE PAST WEEK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE NISSAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight moisture intrusion and lamp failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11288273","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE CONDENSATION AND INTERNAL FOGGING IN THE PASSENGER SIDE HEAD LAMP CAUSED THE LIGHTS (HIGH BEAMS, HAZARD BEAMS AND REGULAR LIGHTS) TO FAIL AND REMAIN INOPERABLE. DRIVING WITHOUT PROPER PAIRED LIGHTING IS UNSAFE. THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY WAS DIAGNOSED AT AN INFINITI DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11280394","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI QX60. WHILE TRAVELING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS PULLED OVER BY A POLICE OFFICER BECAUSE THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT BULB WAS BURNED OUT. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO INFINITI OF SAN ANTONIO (12150 W INTERSTATE 10, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78230,","quote_3_odi":"11396746","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS WATER ENTERING INTO THE HEADLAMP HOUSINGS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLAMPS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO KELLY INFINITI (155 ANDOVER ST, DANVERS, MA 01923, (978) 774-1000)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-stall-power-loss","label":"Intermittent stalling and loss of drive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11083369","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A VERY LOUD SPUTTERING FROM THE ENGINE WHEN I AM STOPPED. IT SEEMS AS THOUGH THE CAR IS GOING TO DIE. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARS. I TRIED REVVING THE ENGINE IN NEUTRAL TO SEE IF THAT WOULD RESOLVE IT, TO NO AVAIL. I JUST HAD MY STATE INSPECTION PERFORMED AT THE","quote_2_odi":"11445686","quote_2_text":"I’m reporting a serious safety issue with this Infiniti. Tonight while driving the engine just shut off. We fortunately were not in an accident, but easily could have been. What terrifies me is that this happened twice a few years ago. It was still under warranty so Infiniti","quote_3_odi":"11173587","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 INFINITI QX60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN OFF AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED IN DECEMBER OF 2018. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (PEPE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2015,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11140175","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON A SUNNY DAY. NO OBJECTS STRUCK THE GLASS BUT IT SHATTERED. THE REMAINING GLASS IS CURVED OUTWARD AS IF PRESSURE FROM WITHIN THE CAR CAUSED IT TO SHATTER","quote_2_odi":"11065520","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED AT HIGHWAY SPEED, BUT AFTER ONLY A 5 MINUTE TRIP WITH ALL WINDOWS UP. NO WEATHER ISSUES, NO DAMAGE TO THE SHADE PANEL; WAS NOT HIT BY ANYTHING","quote_3_odi":"10903626","quote_3_text":"I FOUND OUT ON SATURDAY MORNING,THAT MY SUNROOF WAS BROKEN(LOOKS LIKE EXPLODE FROM THE INSIDE OUT),I CHECKED FROM ANY STONES OR ANY DEBRIS(THAT COULD HIT MY CAR AROUND MY DRIVEWAY,BUT THERE WERE NOTHING AROUND THE CAR AND THERE WERE NO MARKS ON THE ROOF AS WELL)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2016-infotainment-camera-loss","label":"Infotainment display failure disabling rear camera","component_code":"VISIBILITY, BACK OVER PREVENTION, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11504925","quote_1_text":"The display and audio/video control keeps resetting which limits the functioning of the display, climate and Audio/Video equipment, and the rear camera","quote_2_odi":"11460672","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the infotainment screen located in the center console had failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the screen went blank","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2016-ocs-airbag-warning","label":"OCS passenger airbag warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11705204","quote_1_text":"Component: Air Bags / Occupant Classification System (OCS) Problem Description: The Occupant Classification System (OCS) in my 2016 Infiniti QX60 is malfunctioning. The passenger airbag indicator light flickers on and off even when the passenger seat is empty","quote_2_odi":"10891608","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11514818","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11025223","quote_1_text":"MY FAMILY AND I WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, WHEN WE HEARD A LARGE BANG SOUND. MY HUSBAND LOOKED OUT THE REAR VIEW MIRROR TO SEE PIECES OF GLASS FLYING OFF THE CAR, AND REALIZED OUR SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11268244","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE INTERSTATE, NO OTHER CARS AROUND NOR BIG TRUCKS AND NOT UNDER AN OVERPASS. VEHICLE WAS MOVING AROUND 70 MPH AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. NO WINDOWS WERE DOWN AND THANKFULLY THE SCREEN WASN'T OPENED","quote_3_odi":"11464194","quote_3_text":"While driving down a clear road on a beautiful day, the sunroof in my QX60 randomly exploded, outwardly. It sounded like a gunshot hit the car. Glass went everywhere, hit oncoming traffic, the windshield, and hood of car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2016,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2016-unintended-rollaway","label":"Unintended vehicle movement in park or reverse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10944370","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INFINITI QX60. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY WITH THE IGNITION OFF, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STRUCK AND RAN OVER HIS SPOUSE","quote_2_odi":"11150743","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS IN PARK IN OUR GARAGE. MY HUSBAND WAS SITTING IN DRIVER SEAT WITH ONE LEG OUT AND THE DOOR OPEN. THE CAR MADE A SOUND AND STARTED MOVING IN REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"11323061","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS LEAVING MY JOB'S PARKING LOT I STARTED MY VEHICLE AND PROCEEDED TO PUT MY QX60 IN REVERSE AND MY ENGINE REVED SO VERY VERY LOUD THAT IT SCARED ME TREMENDOUSLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-abs-brake-warning-recall","label":"ABS warning light and brake failures after recall repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11207364","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY CAR IN TO THE DEALER FOR THE RECALL, THE WORK WAS COMPLETED HOWEVER 1 MONTH LATER THE CAR LOST ALL ITS BRAKE FLUID, WE HAD TO HAVE THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11306254","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED FOR APPROXIMATELY AN HOUR AND TWENTY MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"11300310","quote_3_text":"ON 2/18/2020 I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE IN A SNOWY WEATHER AND MY BRAKES FAILED TO STOP MY VEHICLE AND ENDED UP SLIDING DOWN THE CARB AND HIT A PARKED VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-airbag-occupant-classification","label":"Airbag warning light from occupant classification fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11591247","quote_1_text":"Air bag lamp is flashing - took it to dealer to diagnose and advise. They found that DTC B0020-13 for side airbag module left hand, per ESM first step is to check harness - verified harness isn't disconnected or obvious damage to harness per infiniti ESM SRS system diagnosis","quote_2_odi":"11587598","quote_2_text":"The passenger airbag warning light on my 2017 QX60 AWD began flashing non-stop, indicating that the airbag was not working properly","quote_3_odi":"11438630","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that the airbag sensor on the passenger’s side of the vehicle failed to determine and classify the weight of the passenger seated in the seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-cvt-transmission-hesitation","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, shuddering, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11726544","quote_1_text":"The Infiniti QX 60 with the CVT Transmission has been a safety issue in the model year 2015- 2018. I was driving the vehicle on 3/18/2026 when the transmission stopped and cause my car to stop in traffic almost causing me to be in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11219749","quote_2_text":"SINCE I LEASED THE VEHICLE I HAVE HAD TO RETURN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP A TOTAL OF 5 TIMES STARTING AT JUST OVER 5,000 MILES. MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN OUT OF SERVICE FOR REPAIRS FOR A TOTAL OF 9 CALENDAR DAYS","quote_3_odi":"11103700","quote_3_text":"CAR FAILED TO ACCELERATE ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY (THRUWAY)!! VIRTUALLY NO WARNING AT ALL - ONLY PED INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHED ON/OFF. VERY LUCKY TO BE ALIVE ( MYSELF AND 2 KIDS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-door-actuator-failure","label":"Rear door actuator failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497070","quote_1_text":"I was placing my grandchild in the rear passenger seating area when I closed the door, drove to the local market and was unable to open the door from the inside of the cabin or from the outside","quote_2_odi":"11483725","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that he placed his grandson in the vehicle and the rear passenger’s side door shut closed. The contact attempted to open the door however, the door failed to open","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-electrical-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden stalling and loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11527210","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning","quote_2_odi":"11505925","quote_2_text":"The car has shut off twice while (once on the highway) and once on a side street. Lost power and locked up. Prior to the shut offs power flickered","quote_3_odi":"11669262","quote_3_text":"A mechanic says it is PCM failure. I have owned the car for 18 months. Shortly after buying it, it started doing this thing where it loses power for just a second or two","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-engine-sludge-failure","label":"Engine failure and sludge buildup requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11615366","quote_1_text":"Vehicle began ticking in early 2023. Then received check engine light and trouble codes P0014 and P0017. Took to Infiniti dealership. Dealership claimed \"sludge - you did not change oil regularly, \" which I did - either at Valvoline, Wal-Mart, or by myself","quote_2_odi":"11443148","quote_2_text":"We bought the car used at 63,000 miles (approx.). At 65,000 (approx.) the engine will not crank. No engine lights were on. Infiniti will not acknowledge warranty due to engine sludge even though it has been maintained","quote_3_odi":"11708628","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle displayed an engine malfunction warning followed by a low oil pressure warning. I pulled over and waited. The oil level was checked and was not empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof or moonroof shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729868","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Infinity QX60. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the moonroof suddenly exploded, causing shattered glass to fall inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11649215","quote_2_text":"On 3/15/25, during a family trip for spring break, I was driving my 2017 Infiniti QX60 at approximately 75 mph on the highway when the sunroof suddenly exploded without warning","quote_3_odi":"11040031","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CLEAR STRETCH OF INTERSTATE (NOT NEAR AN UNDERPASS OR TRUCKS OR OTHER CARS) THE SUNROOF EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11096805","quote_1_text":"2 TIMES NOW IN THE LAST FEW WEEKS WHILE USING ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL THE CAR DECIDED TO TAKE OFF. I WATCHED THE CRUISE SPEED GO FROM 70 TO 80 WITHOUT ANY INPUT AND THE CAR ROCKETED TO 100 MILES AND HOUR","quote_2_odi":"11374784","quote_2_text":"UNEXPLAINED ACCELERATION CAUSED VEHICLE TO EXCEED POSTED SPEED LIMIT AND DRIVER'S DESIRED SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11348388","quote_3_text":"I ACCELERATED THE GAS PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN WHILE MERGING TO THE CARPOOL LANE ON HIGHWAY; I TOOK THE FOOT PRESSURE OFF AFTER MERGING THE LANE BUT CAR WAS KEPT ON ACCELERATING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-awd-rear-coupling-failure","label":"Rear electric coupling failure disables AWD","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11486872","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and making a left turn, the contact stated that the rear of the vehicle was vibrating and shuddering. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle was taken to the","quote_2_odi":"11484628","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH or at slower speeds, the All-Wheel Drive (AWD) failed to function as designed, causing the passenger’s side rear tire to spin. The contact stated that the vehicle was hesitating while attempting","quote_3_odi":"11387171","quote_3_text":"II BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE IN 2019 WITH 16K ON IT THEY REPLACED THE TRANSFER CASE, WITH 73K ON IT I HAD TO REPLACE SAME TRANSFER CASE AGAIN, NOW WITH 93K ITS HAS LEAKED AGAIN. THIS IS A EXPENSIVE VENTURE AS 4 OTHER VEHICLE OWNERS ARE SUFFERING WITH THE SAME PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake hydraulic recall repair delayed by parts","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11300701","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITY QX60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF A MANUFACTURERS RECALL IN REGARDS TO THE BRAKES HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11297919","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE CONTACT STATED THE ABS WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MURFREESBORO VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 2203 NW BROAD ST","quote_3_odi":"11288815","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED INFINITI OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-cvt-jerk-shudder","label":"CVT transmission jerks and shudders on accel","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11537489","quote_1_text":"Malfunction of Power Train from 2018 Infiniti QX60. On July 19th, I visited Infiniti of Beachwood due to engine error light (error code P0776, CVT tranmission malfunction) of 2018 Infiniti QX60 (VIN: 5N1DL0MN0JC533475, mileage 79600). Infiniti dealer service at beachwood asked","quote_2_odi":"11622556","quote_2_text":"Car is slipping and have had CV joints checked, fluids replaced. Was told it was the differential coupling. Looked it up and many, many others are having the same issue. This is a safety concern because the transmission is slipping on these cars when they get to 50,000+ miles","quote_3_odi":"11252858","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION STARTED SHUTTERING IN THE 20-25 MPH RANGE ON 8/16/19. I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE THE NEXT DAY AND THEY REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL VALVE ON 8/23. THE SHUTTERING RETURNED ON 9/1 AND NOW OCCURS BETWEEN 20 TO 60 MPH. THIS ISSUE OCCURS DURING HIGHWAY OR STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-engine-wont-start-sludge","label":"Engine fails to start, sludge or timing chain damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11730001","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with major internal engine failure. The dealer determined that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11725791","quote_2_text":"Since my car had about 45000 miles on the odometer, it has been producing a thick white smoke, not only upon starting the car from a cold start, but also after longer distance trips over 30 miles. After having taken it to the dealership multiple times, their response has been","quote_3_odi":"11532961","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that upon attempting to start the vehicle, he heard an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. The vehicle failed to start. After calling Roadside Assistance, all attempts to jumpstart the vehicle failed. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shatters while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11462380","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, he heard an abnormal sound. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park at a nearby parking lot and noticed that the sunroof panel had shattered. The contact","quote_2_odi":"11179766","quote_2_text":"DRIVING THE VEHICLE WITH THE SUNROOF OPEN AND IT MADE A LOUD NOISE SOUNDING LIKE A GUN SHOT. THE LOUD GUN SHOT NOISE OCCURRED A SECOND TIME THEN THE GLASS IN THE ROOF JUST EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2018,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2018-unintended-accel-brake","label":"Vehicle accelerates or brakes without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11689590","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle often brakes and accelerates without my control. I've reported this issue before. My brakes are fine, according to the vehicle status","quote_2_odi":"11638350","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is accelerating and braking randomly without my control","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-backup-camera-view","label":"Back-up camera blind spot and blank screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11601179","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-up camera malfunctioned and a black screen appeared, causing a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined…","quote_2_odi":"11317736","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INFINITI QX60. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING GARAGE THERE WAS VEHICLE BEHIND THEM, HOWEVER, THE REVERSE CAMERA DID NOT SHOW THE VEHICLE WAS NEARBY, NOR, DID THE VEHICLE'S ALARM SYSTEM INDICATED A VEHICLE WAS NEARBY…","quote_3_odi":"11282471","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INFINITI QX60. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS BACKING OUT OF HIS DRIVEWAY, THERE WAS A BLINDSPOT ON THE BACK UP CAMERA AND HE BACKED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-cvt-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and acceleration shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11707595","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shudders on acceleration. 2013-2018 vehicles were recalled. 2019 is doing the same thing.","quote_2_odi":"11587455","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure. The CVT transmission did not engage in gear while driving (on the highway!) I was able to drive in \"limp mode\" to reputable mechanic in the area. The mechanic flushed the CVT fluid, changed the filters and checked all the electronic codes…","quote_3_odi":"11459577","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle while accelerating and the vehicle shuddered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with DTC: P17F1…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-driveline-seal-leaks","label":"Driveline seal and differential fluid leaks","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11694442","quote_1_text":"Differential failed and leaking fluid - premature failure. Yes, part will be available, and repair diagnosed by Kendall Inifiniti of Nampa dealership. In process of review by manufacturer district area manager. No warning, no messages, no smells, nada…","quote_2_odi":"11663318","quote_2_text":"The Rear right differential side seal failed under 40K miles and car was out of manufacturer warranty and I had to pay to get the seal and bearing replaced. I cannot believe a seal and bearing need to be rep[laced withing 40K miles…","quote_3_odi":"11603853","quote_3_text":"Transfer Case leaking. Resealing of Transfer Case was performed under warranty. The vehicle was under warranty and had only 33,000 Miles…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-engine-oil-sludge","label":"Engine oil sludge buildup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11670942","quote_1_text":"My engine has sludge all over it as well as engine bearing shavings despite only having 122k miles and regular oil changes and maintenance.","quote_2_odi":"11670817","quote_2_text":"There has been many problems with the QX60 engine with oil slug and Infinty does not want to repair this problem , even after showing regular oil changes. They want to charge up to $17000 to replace the engine","quote_3_odi":"11671497","quote_3_text":"1. I have had my oil changed 3 times this year and there continue to have sludge in the oil and strange noise from engine and I am very uncomfortable and afraid to drive my car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-engine-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11504021","quote_1_text":"Car just stalls or cuts out and loses power…","quote_2_odi":"11448668","quote_2_text":"The car engine suddenly shut off itself while I am driving in the middle of the road. The engine and the collision sensor lights were on, I had to fully stop the car and put it into \"P\" then restart the engine in order to go again…","quote_3_odi":"11564257","quote_3_text":"My vehicle shut down while driving, my safety, the safety of others was very much at risk as the vehicle shut down with no warnings while driving at a very busy time and roads, cars where honking at me…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-fca-sensor-faults","label":"Forward collision avoidance sensor faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11435761","quote_1_text":"The emergency braking system occassionally engages when I am driving. On about four occassions I was driving and the alarm began beeping. The car suddenly began braking. Nothing was directly in front of my vehicle that should have triggered the system…","quote_2_odi":"11444232","quote_2_text":"While driving home from work on the expressway, the FEB indicator came on even though there was no one in front of me for at least 1/4 mile. Then the BCI indicator came on when there was no vehicle behind me. The braking system started to engage for no apparent reason…","quote_3_odi":"11220204","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 INFINITI QX60. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH WITH THE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM ACTIVATED, THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE WITH PEDESTRIAN DETECTION SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER ASSIST SYSTEM DEACTIVATED…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11251933","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 (NA) INFINITI QX60. WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE RPMS INCREASED TO 7,000 FOR 20 SECONDS. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED…","quote_2_odi":"11269898","quote_2_text":"THE CAR'S COMPUTER MALFUNCTIONED WHEN PARKING THE CAR AND PRESSING THE BRAKE. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED, WENT OVER THE YELLOW MEDIAN AND HIT A POLE CAUSING AN ACCIDENT IN THE SCHOOL PARKING LOT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2020-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission failure and sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11703005","quote_1_text":"I have a 2020 Infiniti QX60. While driving on the interstate I75 the check engine light came on and the car lost power. This was very dangerous as it could have caused a very serious accident. Had to have car towed to dealership","quote_2_odi":"11701763","quote_2_text":"I was driving my vehicle and as I was making a turn lost power and almost got struct by a vehicle coming from the other direction I regained power and immediately called Infiniti dealership and spoke to service advisor to have vehicle inspected","quote_3_odi":"11666704","quote_3_text":"There are two problems we have had for many miles. 1. CVT- completely gone at 120K miles but we have had problems almost from the beginning (lease then bought)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2020-engine-stall-burning-smell","label":"Engine stalling with electrical burning smell","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11671244","quote_1_text":"My engine is making a knocking noise and wants to stall sometimes. Some other Nissan engines have recalls and I feel like it should include this engine","quote_2_odi":"11535623","quote_2_text":"In the summer of 2022 (I think Aug) car was stalling when stopped to make a turn. The check engine light flashed but never stayed on after the 1st incident","quote_3_odi":"11569930","quote_3_text":"I was driving to work and then the vehicle stopped working once I reached a red light. It would not start and had a burning smell with smoke coming out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2020-forward-collision-fail","label":"Forward collision avoidance and auto-braking malfunctions","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11556658","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Infinity QX60 did NOT alert me of a potential frontal collision, nor did the car begin braking. I slammed on the brakes, but was unable to keep from hitting the car in front of me. I was then hit in my rear by the car in back of me. NONE of my airbags went off!!!","quote_2_odi":"11477210","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle will sometimes think there’s an object (vehicle or something) close in front of me so the brakes will automatically engage, which slows down the vehicle. This is quite alarming as this has happened on several occasions, causing me to almost get hit","quote_3_odi":"11400035","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 1:40PM TODAY(03/9/2021). ALL OF SUDDEN HEAR SOME KIND OF LOUD GUN SHOT AND 1 SECOND LATER, MY SUNROOF IS SHATTERED. ALSO, THE FORWARD COLLISION SYSTEM AUTOMATICALLY BREAKS BY ITSELF WHEN THERE IS NO VEHICLE OR ANY KIND OF OBJECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2020,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering or exploding while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11659816","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Infiniti QX60. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered without impact","quote_2_odi":"11642760","quote_2_text":"I was driving at approximately 40 mph in clear weather on a familiar straight asphalt roadway in our community. I suddenly heard a loud blast. I thought it was an explosion near the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11278222","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 175 HEADING TOWARDS NACOGDOCHES TX. WE HEARD A LOUD POP ALMOST LIKE A TIRE BLOWING OUT, WE GET OUT THE RENTAL CAR TO CHECK ON THE TIRES AND FOUND NOTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-brake-wear-feel","label":"Premature brake pad wear and brake pedal feel issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11704103","quote_1_text":"The rear brake pads have been replaced every year. The first time was on 3/11/23 at 15,080 miles. The second time was on 2/24/24 at 30,279 miles. The third time they were replaced was 2/28/25 at 42,731 miles","quote_2_odi":"11466754","quote_2_text":"When I'm pressing the brakes on the car at all speeds (more noticeable at slower speeds) the car jerks before it comes to a complete stop. When the car is first turned on, the cars brakes smoothly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-carplay-ringtone-volume","label":"CarPlay ringtone volume spike after phone calls","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11626285","quote_1_text":"The issue is there are not adequate volume adjustments for paired phones with Apple Car Play and Android Auto. If you adjust the paired audio on the car's infotainment system for a phone call, then the next call that comes in will sound a deafining ringer volume","quote_2_odi":"11587445","quote_2_text":"Safety issue with the Ringtone volume in the infotainment system while connected to Apple Carplay(not Bluetooth). The Ringtone volume setting is being adjusted(unwillingly) along with the call/media volume while in a phone call","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-drivetrain-interruption","label":"Engine stall and unintended acceleration while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11678863","quote_1_text":"After driving for 4.2 miles on a road with cars moving at 45 mph, our QX60 suddenly just stalled. The car cannot be started. Dashboard lights were fading","quote_2_odi":"11605261","quote_2_text":"The vehicle shifts from drive into neutral intermittently. This has happed several times over the coarse of 2 years that we have had vehicle. It has occurred on both highway and street driving and is a major safety concern","quote_3_odi":"11465293","quote_3_text":"I was moving down a small slope behind other vehicles at a speed of 40-50 mph. In order to slow down a bit, I decided to manually downshift gear, I pressed the left switch and expected that after changing gear the speed it would begin to decline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-liftgate-latch","label":"Trunk and liftgate latch failing to secure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11511535","quote_1_text":"2022 INFINITY QX60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE TRUNK DOOR. THE CONSUMER IS REQUESTING EITHER A REPLACEMENT VEHICLE OR A REDUCTION IN THE PRICE OF THE DEFECTIVE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11508246","quote_2_text":"With less than 2000 miles, the dash has blacked out while driving and that seems to have cleared finally. Now the hatch back will randomly open when walking near the back of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-no-start-battery","label":"No-start condition after parking requiring jump start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11494491","quote_1_text":"The vehicle does start after being parked overnight. This has happened on over 15+ occasions and counting. Once jump started, warning lights appear on the dash display","quote_2_odi":"11456277","quote_2_text":"The car does not start once it is parked, ignition is turned off and car is locked. The car requires a jump in order for it to start","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2022,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"infiniti-qx60-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11715746","quote_1_text":"On February 28, 2025, at approximately 8:43 a.m., while driving on Highway 3 in Alvin, TX, the panoramic sunroof glass on my vehicle suddenly and violently exploded/shattered without any warning","quote_2_odi":"11688984","quote_2_text":"2022 QX60 equipped with a Panoramic Moonroof. While in Florida 850 miles from home, I was traveling alone at about 35mph when I heard a loud explosion. It sounded like a gun shot at close range","quote_3_odi":"11533812","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded driving 70 mph and Interstate 77 in Virginia on a 73 degree clear sunny day with no other traffic around","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-adas-camera-failure","label":"ADAS and lane departure system deactivation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11606840","quote_1_text":"Warning light came on saying that the Lane departure warning and Forward were not working. Another message said \"Unavailable High Cabin Temperature\". After further investigation 2 of the 3 advanced navigation aids were flashing which means they may not be working correctly. In…","quote_2_odi":"11511101","quote_2_text":"While driving 40-50mph, my 2023 QX60 malfunctioned sensing the car was in a front end collision forcefully stopping the car. The force was so strong that I thought a large truck hit me from behind.  After realizing I was not in an accident, the dashboard was lit up with…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-electrical-infotainment","label":"Electrical system and infotainment malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527442","quote_1_text":"there are multiple issues with the aforementioned vehicle and I have brought it to the dealership multiple times, but they stated that although Infiniti is aware of the issues they do not have a fix. When it rains out the locking mechanism fails on the vehicle and I am locked out","quote_2_odi":"11534317","quote_2_text":"•Charging pad does not charge. •Despite not charging, the pad overheats all phones. •USB port overheats phones •Door handles to do not disengage locks when it rains and you are locked out of the car •Bluetooth does not work on any phone, it stops working daily. •Map functions…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665476","quote_1_text":"I left work driving ~73 mph on [XXX]  in Jacksonville Florida when out of nowhere I could feel the gas not taking.  I then got a flashing message across my dashboard several times that said \"Engine Stalled\" .  Imagine the fear in the middle of the highway and essentially having","quote_2_odi":"11651882","quote_2_text":"While driving my qx60 with my wife and 8month baby inside, car stalled twice on feb 15th and March 22nd , felt like it had an empty fuel tank , car stopped in traffic , had to pull baby, my wife and I to shoulder and leave vehicle stopped in traffic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-park-lurch-rollback","label":"Vehicle lurch or rollback when shifted into park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533540","quote_1_text":"The car lurches forward 3-5 inches when it is shifted into park. This happens regardless of flat ground or on an incline. This issue has happened since the purchase of the car in February 2023. I had the car inspected by Infiniti and they found no issues with the brakes/rotors or","quote_2_odi":"11515597","quote_2_text":"The car jerks forward when accelerating from a stopped position which throws everyone in the car forward and it could potentially hit something or someone.  The car does not stay in position when put in park or even turned off. It rolls back 2 feet and it hit my daughter and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-second-row-seat-access","label":"Second-row seat movement blocking third-row access","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663554","quote_1_text":"We leased a 2023 Infiniti QX60 in May 2023. After the birth of our third child  recently in 2025, we discovered that when two car seats are installed in the second row using seat belts (as required), the seats cannot be flipped forward. This makes the third row completely…","quote_2_odi":"11676241","quote_2_text":"Power button works from third row when pushed. Even with weight in the seat the middle row can move freely on the track","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2023,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX60","model_slug":"qx60","cluster_id":"qx60-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11557563","quote_1_text":"I was Driving my 2023 QX60 today down a 55 mile road.  No one was in front of me and two cars were very far behind me. I was not by an overpass or a golf course and it was a clear sunny day today.  I heard loud pop and then the tinkling of glass","quote_2_odi":"11503968","quote_2_text":"QX60 equipped with Panoramic Sunroof.  While driving on highway the sunroof exploded.  Not behind any other vehicle, and no windshield or window damage.  At  approximately 9:45 am on 1/27/23 moved to right lane in anticipation that several cars about 100 ft were approaching and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/infiniti/qx60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2014-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system no-start and battery failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11354372","quote_1_text":"IGNITION RANDOMLY WILL NOT START. MECHANICS CAN NOT LOCATE THE ISSUE ONLY STATING THAT IT IS TRACED BACK TO AN UNKNOWN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM. I'VE HEARD ABOUT THIS SAME ISSUE FROM OTHER FELLOW QX80 OWNERS","quote_2_odi":"11191795","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS HAVING ISSUES WITH THE BATTERY NOT KEEPING A CHARGE","quote_3_odi":"10680498","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 INFINITI QX80. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V634000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2014-fuel-odor-recall-delay","label":"Fuel odor and recall 14V683000 repair delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11687719","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the service engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a non-Infiniti dealer, where it was diagnosed that the high-pressure fuel pump had failed. The vehicle was repaired","quote_2_odi":"11514466","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that there was a strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle while the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that the odor was present in the garage and in her residence. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11759908","quote_3_text":"There has been a constant gas smell coming from gas tank area since we purchased vehicle in 2/2026","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2014-rear-suspension-corrosion","label":"Rear suspension and frame corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11708449","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving this car home from college on I80 east from Iowa to joliet and almost was involved in a accident. The stearing started to lean to the left and when she had to slow down and brake the stearing went hard to her left until she released the brake","quote_2_odi":"10838147","quote_2_text":"IN A CITY STREER I HAVE PROBLEM IN REAR SUSPENSION WITH THE LOWER CONTROL ARM LEFT SIDE, WITHOUT ANY KNOCK THIS PART WAS BROKEN, THE CAR DONT HAVE ANY KNOCK OR DAMAGE ON TIRES, OR OTHER PLACE ALREADY THIS PART, I HAVE TO CONTINUE DRIVING AND THE DUST WAS BROKEN TOO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2014,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2014-timing-chain-stall","label":"Timing chain wear and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11500607","quote_1_text":"I starting hearing a grinding noise coming from engine couple of weeks ago. Took it to the Infinity dealership for a diagnostic test. The mechanic stated “ timing chains were found to be stretched and metal was worn.”","quote_2_odi":"11468293","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Infiniti QX80. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was a loud winding noise coming from underneath the vehicle. The same noise would occur while attempting to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11348730","quote_3_text":"MY TIMING CHAIN WAS STRETCHED. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM THE INFINITI QX56 HAD. MY QX80 HAS THE SAME MOTOR AND REPLACEMENT TIMING CHAIN PART. THE QX56 WAS ISSUED A VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR THIS PROBLEM. MY CHAIN HAS NOT BEEN INCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2019-automatic-braking-engages-without-cause","label":"Automatic braking engages without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11322880","quote_1_text":"THE 2019 QX80 FORWARD EMERGENCY BREAKING SYSTEM (FEB) CONTINUOUSLY ENGAGES THE BRAKES WITHOUT WARNING OR AN OBSTRUCTION. ALWAYS WHILE A RAILROAD CROSSING IS IN SITE, SOMETIMES WHEN A REDLIGHT IS NEAR BUT (GREEN) WITH NO VEHICLES STOPPED AT IT. IT HAS ALSO DONE IT ON AN OPEN","quote_2_odi":"11299027","quote_2_text":"2019 INFINITY QX80 LIMITED 4 X 4--FAULTY AUTOMATIC BREAKING SYSTEM!!! CAR WOULD EMIT A BEEP BEEP BEEEEEEP AND THEN THE AUTO BRAKING SYSTEM WOULD ENGAGE AND CAUSE THE CAR TO COME TO AN ABRUPT STOP. THIS OCCURRED WITHIN THE FIRST 1000 MILES OF DRIVING AND CONTINUED FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2019-backup-camera-unusable-at-night","label":"Backup camera unusable at night","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11432584","quote_1_text":"The night rear backup camera is extremely dark and blurry. You can’t see anything via the camera at night","quote_2_odi":"11424202","quote_2_text":"The backup camera cannot see see at nighttime, a real safety issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2019-battery-dies-stranded","label":"Battery dies repeatedly leaving driver stranded","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11695617","quote_1_text":"The battery in my vehicle continuously dies, leaving me stranded on multiple occasions. This has been occurring since 2024 consistently. In January I had it towed to the dealership since every time I jump the battery, it charges it which in turn causes it to pass their battery","quote_2_odi":"11360000","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR AND SINCE APRIL, I HAVE BEEN STRANDED IN DIFFERENT PLACES. THE REASON IS BECAUSE I WOULD GO TO GET IN MY CAR AND THE BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DEAD. THE FIRST TIME THIS HAPPENED, THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS A RECALL ISSUE THAT THEY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2019,"make":"Infiniti","make_slug":"infiniti","model":"QX80","model_slug":"qx80","cluster_id":"qx80-2019-sunroof-shatters-spontaneously","label":"Sunroof shatters spontaneously","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11525907","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the interstate, no one around me at the time when a loud boom happened and my sunroof had exploded. Nothing hit it. It just bam, exploded shattering the whole thing. And the quote I was given for replacement is crazy expensive. $2500+ and can’t be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11341312","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD, ONLY VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND IT WAS A CLEAR, HOT, AND SUNNY DAY. I HEARD A LOUD NOISE LIKE A GUNSHOT AND THEN COULD HEAR THE SOUND OF AIR LIKE RIDING WITH THE WINDOW DOWN. I LOOKED AROUND INSIDE MY CAR AND DIDN'T SEE ANYTHING SO I PULLED THE SHADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/infiniti/qx80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/infiniti"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11627577","quote_1_text":"AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE 2017 F-PACE JAGUAR WAS INSPECTED BY BOTH A COLLISION SPECIALIST AND AN INSURANCE AGENT AND IT WAS DEEMED A TOTAL LOSS","quote_2_odi":"10980352","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT NEW 2017 JAGUAR F-PACE. BEEN INVOLVED IN 2 ACCIDENTS. NEITHER TIME DID AIR BAGS INFLAT. AIR BAG LIGHT WENT OFF AND SEAT BELTS LOCKED UP SECOND TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant system leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745108","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the low coolant warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and parked the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11654672","quote_2_text":"The Y Pipe cracked and all the coolant blew out and the engine overheated and was destroyed. They said the fix was $23-$25,000 for a new motor","quote_3_odi":"11708269","quote_3_text":"60,000 miles, the head gasket blew in traffic. Jaguar dealer quotes $35,000 to replace engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-headlight-condensation-fault","label":"Headlight condensation causing dipped beam fault","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11734325","quote_1_text":"The front drivers side headlamp malfunctioned after condensation entered the lamp via rain and then humidity. The issue first started April 12, 2026","quote_2_odi":"11585185","quote_2_text":"While driving in the rain the headlights stopped working. An error popped up on the dashboard indicating a dipped beam fault","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11012316","quote_1_text":"F PACE INCIDENT WHILE TRAVELING EAST ON I-80, JUST PAST THE HIRSCHDALE EXIT, A SUDDEN ROCKING OF THE CAR OCCURRED ON ENTERING AN UPGRADE CURVE WHILE PASSING A TRUCK AT ABOUT 65 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11032820","quote_2_text":"WHEN PARKING THE POWER STEERING IS REDUCED. WHEN DRIVING THE POWER STEERING IS REDUCED. THIS CAUSES ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. THE WHOLE WHEEL LOCKS UP","quote_3_odi":"11033052","quote_3_text":"MY BRAND NEW JAGUAR PACE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED. IT TOOK JAGUAR 4 WEEKS TO FIX. WHEN I PICKED UP CAR THE STEERING WAS VERY UNSAFE, SHAKING AND MAKING A NOISES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-rear-brake-pad-squeak","label":"Rear brake pad squeak after replacement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11507216","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal there was a squeaking sound coming from underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11468595","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar F-Pace. The contact stated that extra travel time was needed for the vehicle to come to a complete stop with an abnormal, screeching sound coming from the vehicle without warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11738232","quote_1_text":"Within a year I was on the freeway and my car just stopped in mid traffic which a semi diesel truck almost hit me due to engine failure. My car just stopped and my check engine light did not come on until this day","quote_2_odi":"11406687","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE 75 HWY MY TIMING CHAIN BROKE (COMMON FOR THIS ENGINE, I AM FINDING OUT) AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF CAUSING ME TO BRAKE AND NEARLY GETTING REAR ENDED","quote_3_odi":"11581675","quote_3_text":"Timing chain stretched which caused engine to seize and fail at 80,000 miles. Engines replaced along with new timing, chains and belts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-turbocharger-oil-intrusion","label":"Turbocharger failure with oil intrusion into exhaust","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11611051","quote_1_text":"Oil leaking from turbo charger into exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11565428","quote_2_text":"Was accerelating from stop, heard a pop and vechical went into limp mode with several warnings on dash. Pulled over and white smoke was coming from exhaust. Turbo had blown and sucked all oil into exhaust and catalytic converter","quote_3_odi":"11534598","quote_3_text":"The impeller fan on the turbo was improperly balanced and caused shrapnel to travel downstream through the turbo, engine, diesel particulate filter and the exhaust system. When this happened the vehicle immediately shut down and was unable to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2017-unexpected-engine-shutdown","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11128203","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE, WHICH WAS LESS THAN 18 MOS OLD, WAS AT RANDOM TIMES HAVING DIFFICULTY STARTING (CHUGGING AND HESITATING). I TOOK IT INTO THE SHOP, AND AFTER ONE DAY THEY SAID THEY COULD NOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11461719","quote_2_text":"This has happened to us 3 times where we would have between 17-25 miles left on gas in our car and the vehicle would completely shut down on us; once on the freeway and once on an extremely busy street","quote_3_odi":"11532399","quote_3_text":"While driving alert system displays “charging system fault” without any further warning car begins to slow down and all the system alerts start flashing, windshield wipers come on and then car come to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-electrical-infotainment-glitch","label":"Electrical system and infotainment malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11622904","quote_1_text":"Car doors would not open from the outside of the vehicle and would not respond to the key fob’s signal either. The only way to get into my vehicle was to in climb through the trunk – which is a major safety concern. This first occurred on Janurary 13, 2023, and the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11122822","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 JAGUAR F-PACE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INFOTAINMENT SCREEN SEIZED AND CAUSED THE BACKUP CAMERA TO BECOME INOPERABLE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN THE REVERSE POSITION. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, THE FAILURE CAUSED ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE","quote_3_odi":"11626041","quote_3_text":"Backup camera and all parking sensors freeze when the car has been turned on and off in a short period of time and put into reverse. This happens about once a week. When I get in my car, put it in reverse after a short stop, the backup camera will freeze the image. The sensors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-engine-fluid-leak-fire-risk","label":"Engine-bay fluid leak with fire and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11735051","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety defect on a 2018 Jaguar F Pace involving the failure of factory-installed plastic engine components (specifically [mention parts, e.g., coolant crossover pipes/housing]). These components are prone to cracking and rupturing, which has resulted in multiple","quote_2_odi":"11703247","quote_2_text":"I believe my vehicle has a serious safety defect related to the engine cooling system that creates a fire and safety hazard. Specifically, coolant appears to leak from the cooling-elbow near the turbocharger, following a belt failure that lead to engine overheating and elbow","quote_3_odi":"11644628","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally express my frustration and disappointment regarding the complete lack of support I have received from Jaguar Land Rover North America following a devastating incident involving my 2018 Jaguar F-PACE (VIN: [XXX]). In January 2024, while driving my","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11683093","quote_1_text":"While driving, the engine suddenly shut off without warning. The first incident occurred in May 2025 and stalled twice in late August 2025. Each time I lost motive power and steering/brake assist dropped, I coasted to a safe spot, turned the ignition off and back on, and the","quote_2_odi":"11131836","quote_2_text":"ENGINE ABRUPTLY LOSES POWER WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEEDS IN BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY CONDITIONS CAUSING POTENTIAL INJURY AND/OR DEATH TO DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER IS AWARE OF THIS PROBLEM AND CONTINUES TO SELL VEHICLES AFFECTED BY THIS CONDITION. JAGUAR/LAND ROVER","quote_3_odi":"11622049","quote_3_text":"Vehicle will lose power intermittently while driving and sometimes when you try to start the vehicle it will be come dead. I’ve replaced the battery and the problem still occurs. A few nights in a row the alarm system would just beep for no reason . I changed the key fob battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor from leaking fuel line","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11736076","quote_1_text":"The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. The contact stated that since the vehicle was purchased, an abnormal fuel odor had been emitting from the vehicle. The contact stated that the abnormal smell persisted. The contact stated that the fuel odor was","quote_2_odi":"11683190","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jaguar E-Pace. The contact stated that upon routine tire service, there was an abnormal fuel odor entering the cabin of the vehicle through the air vents. The contact was informed by the mechanic at a local Firestone that the fuel line was leaking while","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11680799","quote_1_text":"2018 Jaguar F-pace power steering rack failure: Driving in heavy rain [XXX] on [XXX] entered a flooded roadway. The entire 4 lane roadway was flooded at the underpass. Thousands of cars in all 4 lanes passed through the flooded roadway at 10 MPH. The highway was backed up for","quote_2_odi":"11656167","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car and all of a sudden my steering wheel became extremely hard to turn, and a warning appeared on my dash saying “power steering assistance reduced”. It took all my strength to get around the next turn. Luckily I was near my home and was only a few turns from","quote_3_odi":"11594532","quote_3_text":"For a few years there has been many repairs and complaints about the power steering in the Jaguar F Pace. I was driving home Friday in the rain when out of nowhere the power steering quit working and I almost wrecked in a turn. I looked at the fluid which is full and check to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"F-PACE","model_slug":"f-pace","cluster_id":"f-pace-2018-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain wear and breakage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11653081","quote_1_text":"The timing chain is the issues and yes it is available to inspect upon request. My safety has been put at risk because this snap at anytime. My car stalls and has really rough idling. Yes I have reported this rattle noise but I was told nothing was found, the noise got worse","quote_2_odi":"11551704","quote_2_text":"Korea has recalled this model of FPace because the timing chain is known to break with less than 50K miles. I have also read lots of posts on Jaguar forums about 2.0 Diesel FPaces being known to have timing chain failure which necessitated a complete engine replacement. I am","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jaguar/f-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"i-pace-2019-battery-fault-thermal-fire","label":"Traction battery fault, thermal event and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11637171","quote_1_text":"My car has failed while driving four different times. Each time I am driving on a busy road, I get a \"traction battery fault\" warning, then the vehicle loses the ability to drive and completely shuts down","quote_2_odi":"11599826","quote_2_text":"Jaguar I-Pace was being charged, at home, using the 220v charging system. The charging unit had been in use with this vehicle for 5.5 years. On July 4, 2024 at 11:53 am, white smoke was observed coming from underneath the car","quote_3_odi":"11674583","quote_3_text":"My vehicle experienced a persistent series of malfunctions over the course of its use, primarily related to the electric battery system. The most serious issue is a complete failure of the high-voltage battery, rendering the car entirely inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"i-pace-2019-brake-failure-pedal-feel","label":"Brake failure and reduced pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11282985","quote_1_text":"MY 4-MONTH-OLD CAR'S BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE WHILE TRAVELING AT 60MPH IN THE FAST LANE OF THE FREEWAY. FORTUNATELY I WAS ABLE TO TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS AND COAST ACROSS THE FREEWAY TO THE HARD SHOULDER WHERE THE CAR ROLLED TO A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11413407","quote_2_text":"BRAKES FAILED, AND BATTERY DIED AT FULL SPEED IN A 35 MILE ZONE, LUCKILY SLIGHT UP SLOPE AND CAR CAME TO A HALT. COMPLETE BATTERY AND BRAKE FAILURE, THE WHOLE SYSTEM SHUT DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11318305","quote_3_text":"2195 MILES, AND ONLY DRIVING IT FOR 60 DAYS. THANKFULLY I WAS DRIVING SLOWLY, WHEN THE CAR'S BRAKES STOPPED WORKING, THE CAR STARTED SHUDDERING VIOLENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"i-pace-2019-camera-collision-alert-cold","label":"Camera and collision-alert malfunction in cold weather","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11494560","quote_1_text":"Front and rear cameras inoperative below 32F. This happens every winter. Car parked in warm garage overnight. Back out and drive sufficient miles (at least 10?) and find cameras \"unavailable\" per display message","quote_2_odi":"11563185","quote_2_text":"Concerning NHTSA ID Number: 11494560 Since filing the complaint in Nov 2022, the vehicle has had its parking assist module replaced, it was updated with latest software, and other camera software updated and calibrated","quote_3_odi":"11394805","quote_3_text":"AS WE WERE ON OUR WAY TO JAGUAR DEALERSHIP, ODDLY ENOUGH, AFTER WE RECEIVED AN UPDATE 2 DAYS AGO, THE FRONT COLLISION ALARMS GO OFF WITH NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OR SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. IT DID THIS 3 TIMES JUST ON THE WAY TO DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"i-pace-2019-gearbox-parking-pawl-fault","label":"Gearbox fault and parking pawl actuator failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11580753","quote_1_text":"I turned my vehicle on and it showed a Gearbox Fault Detected message. I was able to put the car in reverse and accelerate to 2 MPH while reversing. The car began to slow down even with my foot on the accelerator as if there was no power","quote_2_odi":"11661511","quote_2_text":"My card displayed \"Gearbox fault detected\" on the instrument panel cluster. According to Jaguar Land Rover Technical Bulletin JLRTB0 2012 NAS3 released August 14, 2020, this could result in the car abruptly stopping when vehicle speed has reduced to 5 km/h (3 mph)","quote_3_odi":"11647989","quote_3_text":"Received a system error \"Gear box fault error\". This is the second time I've received this message. The car makes a static noise that is loud. Also makes a loud grinding noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"i-pace-2019-recall-buyback-delay","label":"Recall buyback delay and repurchase valuation dispute","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11650682","quote_1_text":"Jaguar is not being forthcoming or acting in good faith in the process of the final remedy for the NHTSA Recall Number24V-633. They contacted me and provided an offer which I do not believe reflects the true value of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11642038","quote_2_text":"I was informed of a recall (H514) to my 2019 Jaguar I-Pace stating that the vehicle would be reacquired by the manufacturer because of battery thermal overload defects that could not be remedied","quote_3_odi":"11648852","quote_3_text":"Last November I got a recall notice saying Jaguar would buy back my car. It is now March and Jaguar has yet to initiate the buyback. I have called the Jaguar 800 number and they confirm my car is part of the buyback but will not provide a timeline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"jaguar-i-pace-2020-battery-module-replacement","label":"Recurring traction battery fault and module replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11758338","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Jaguar I-PACE with approximately 102,000 miles that is currently at a Jaguar dealership following a sudden failure to accept Level 2 charging in mid-June 2026 and has been there since","quote_2_odi":"11748271","quote_2_text":"The car is on its third battery replacement, now a total of 4 new batteries. Due to a known, ongoing issue that does not have a permanent fix. Resulting in the car being in the repair shop for months. It is recommended to not park in the garage due to the chance of a fire","quote_3_odi":"11735682","quote_3_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding a 2020 Jaguar I-PACE with a documented history of repeated high-voltage battery and charging system failures. The vehicle has experienced multiple “traction battery fault” warnings, repeated inability to charge, and required replacement of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"jaguar-i-pace-2020-brake-system-failure","label":"Service brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11588132","quote_1_text":"Total brake system failure. Vehicle would not stop with two feet applied to the brake pedal. Third time this has happened. Jaguar has previously repaired","quote_2_odi":"11571371","quote_2_text":"I was exiting a parking spot and I had my foot on the brake to start the vehicle and again to put the car in reverse. I backed out of my parking spot and turned 90 degrees to exit the parking lot","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"jaguar-i-pace-2020-hv-battery-fire-risk","label":"High-voltage battery thermal overload and fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11752760","quote_1_text":"i WAS AT A CHARGING PLACE EVGO I WAS NOT PLUGED IN AND CHARGED TO 80% THE CAR WAS NOT ON AND I WAS IN FRONT SEAT TALKING TO A FRIEND WE HEARD A BIG POP AND THEN SAW WHITE/ GRAY SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERSIDE OF THE CAR WHERE THE BATTERY IS WE GOT OUT AND CALLED THE FIRE DEPT","quote_2_odi":"11710735","quote_2_text":"My Vehicle ( 2020 Jaguar I-Pace) was at an authorized Jaguar repair shop for a repeated 12 volt battery failure. While there I was informed by the shop on 12/31 that the vehicle experienced high - voltage battery smoke, a thermal event during charging","quote_3_odi":"11726625","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact stated that one of the batteries overheated and damaged the other batteries. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V067000 (Electrical System). There was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"jaguar-i-pace-2020-propulsion-brake-shutdown","label":"Loss of propulsion, braking, or steering while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11417426","quote_1_text":"Was driving vehicle downhill on a small hill in Palm Springs when multiple error messages appeared in rapid succession on the information display, including 'traction battery fault - safe to drive with caution'","quote_2_odi":"11632724","quote_2_text":"on 12.25.24 I was driving when 4 warning alerts suddenly appeared on my dash: Forward Alert Not Available, ASPC not available, Stability control not available, Autonomous Emergency Braking System not available","quote_3_odi":"11610717","quote_3_text":"I was stopped at a stoplight, waiting to turn left. The light turned green I slowly engaged the accelerator. All occupants in the car felt the car jolt forward then the fault alarms went off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"I-PACE","model_slug":"i-pace","cluster_id":"jaguar-i-pace-2020-recall-repair-delays","label":"Recall repair delays and denied buyback requests","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749182","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jaguar I-Pace. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V067000 (Electrical System); however, the part to complete the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the vehicle was unable to fully charge due to the","quote_2_odi":"11729624","quote_2_text":"This recall identifies a serious fire hazard, yet the manufacturer’s authorized representative in Jordan (Mahmoudia Motors) has refused to perform the recall repair. The refusal is based solely on the vehicle having a salvage title, and the issue has been incorrectly classified","quote_3_odi":"11742595","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally request that Jaguar Land Rover North America repurchase my 2020 I-PACE. The vehicle has two unrepaired safety recalls for high-voltage battery thermal overload, including one for which no final remedy is yet available, and it is currently inoperable due","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jaguar/i-pace","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XE","model_slug":"xe","cluster_id":"xe-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates without cause","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11713656","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the passenger’s side air bag had failed","quote_2_odi":"11500441","quote_2_text":"My safety bag warning light has been coming on and off. I have no accidents or anything mechanically done to cause this to trigger. In addition, I never knew my seats had any memory as I have never used this option since I've purchased the vehicle in 2019. At times my driver","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/xe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XE","model_slug":"xe","cluster_id":"xe-2017-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant system leaks cause overheating and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11617073","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has left me stranded with my family multiple times with out being able to pull over on the side of the road. It’s had so many coolant leaks, hoses bust, and a hand full of coolant leaks in the whole system. The jaguar dealership has worked on vehicle multiple of","quote_2_odi":"11092829","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JAGUAR XE. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JAGUAR FREEPORT (146 W SUNRISE HWY, FREEPORT, NY 11520, (516) 771-9700) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/xe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XE","model_slug":"xe","cluster_id":"xe-2017-fuel-return-line-leak","label":"Fuel return line leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11662624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormally strong fuel odor. The contact parked the vehicle. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact noticed that there was a large amount of diesel on the","quote_2_odi":"11281976","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CAR GETS CLOSE TO 1/4 OF A TANK OF GAS IT COMPLETELY STOPS AND IT SWITCHES INTO NEUTRAL, HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF, AND THE CAR COMPLETELY STALLS OUT. TONIGHT IS THE SECOND TIME IN A WEEK THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE INTERSTATE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. THERE'S LESS THAN 30K MILES ON MY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/xe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XE","model_slug":"xe","cluster_id":"xe-2017-unintended-acceleration-crash","label":"Unintended acceleration leads to crash","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11685696","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jaguar XE. The contact’s wife stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond, and no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle accelerated","quote_2_odi":"11269774","quote_2_text":"I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE REGARDING MY WIFE, INCI'S UNFORTUNATE ACCIDENT ON 10/04/2019. SHE IS SUFFERING SIGNIFICANT PAIN DUE TO POST-ACCIDENT STERNUM AND RIB FRACTURES. I AM REPORTING THIS ACCIDENT REPORT FOR HER. AS CLEARLY DOCUMENTED BY THE ATTACHED VIDEO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jaguar/xe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10519937","quote_1_text":"I WAS SLOWING TO A STOP IN A PARKING SPACE WHEN THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR & THE CAR JUMPED THE CURB, HIT THE BUSHES & BUMPED INTO THE DAY CARE BUILDING","quote_2_odi":"10331563","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A 2010 JAGUAR XF LAST SUMMER AND BELIEVE THERE IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. SHORTLY AFTER TAKING DELIVERY, THE POWER BRAKE ASSIST FAILED WHEN I WAS ENTERING A FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"10308615","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS NO INSTRUMENT TO INFORM YOU THAT YOU SHOULD CHANGE THE PADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-dashboard-bubbling","label":"Leather dashboard bubbling and separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10852823","quote_1_text":"THE LEATHER DASHBOARD ON MY 2010 JAGUAR XF HAS BEGUN TO SEPARATE FROM ITS BASE. THIS CAUSES PARTIAL OBSTRUCTION AND VISIBILITY OF THE FRONT WINDSHIELD","quote_2_odi":"11002138","quote_2_text":"THE LEATHER DASH(WHY, IN HOT CARS?) HAS CRUMBLED AND COME APART FROM THE DASH ITSELF","quote_3_odi":"10981108","quote_3_text":"DASH BOARD HAS CAME APART DUE TO BUCKLING/BUBBLING. CAR SET INSIDE A GARAGE YEAR ROUND AND AFTER RESEARCH I WAS MADE AWARE THIS AS BEEN A KNOW FACTOR IN THOSE TYPE OF VEHICLE DUE TO MANUFACTURING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-engine-stall-no-warning","label":"Engine stall or shutdown without warning","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10370940","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS, THEN CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARS. SOON AFTER I BROUGHT MY 2010 JAGUAR XF MAYBE 45 DAYS LATER THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"10559688","quote_2_text":"I WAS SITTING AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHT WHEN THE CAR JUST SWITCHED OFF, NO WARNING SIGNS IT JUST SHUT DOWN AS IF IT WAS TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"10360619","quote_3_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS OUR 2010 JAGUAR XF HAS COMPLETELY STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC NARROWLY AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-fuel-tank-flange-leak","label":"Fuel tank outlet flange leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11602809","quote_1_text":"Item was recalled and supposed to be fixed by jaguar recall: 12V521000, however after it was “fixed” the same issue is occurring and the vehicle is leaking gasoline","quote_2_odi":"11149589","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY JAGUAR USED AND NOTICED A FUEL SMELL AFTER DRIVING IT A COUPLE OF WEEKS. THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE FUEL RAIL WHICH HAS NOT CORRECTED THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10897059","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A ODOR OF FUEL PRESENT INSIDE THE GARAGE WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10972297","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V373000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10903220","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL JAGUAR CALLED ME AND ARE UNWILLING TO DO ANYMORE THAN TO TELL ME TO DRIVE THE CAR--EVEN WITH THE DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"11011825","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A RECALL ON MY 2010 JAGUAR XF (VIN# [XXX]) FOR TAKATA AIRBAG REPLACEMENT (PROGRAM CODE: J069)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-touchscreen-electrical-glitch","label":"Touchscreen and instrument panel electrical glitch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11480390","quote_1_text":"My car also has the ongoing issue of the panel located between my speedometer and odometer the screen will randomly flicker and go out and then come back on I have notice the temperature when it's hot affects it worse that the winter but it happens all the time","quote_2_odi":"10330315","quote_2_text":"THIS OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES ON TWO NEW 2010 JAGUAR XFS. AS MY BLUETOOTH CONNECTED PHONE BEGAN TO RING, THE CAR'S TOUCHSCREEN INTERFACE WENT BLANK AND THE HVAC VENTS ROTATED TO THE CLOSED POSITION","quote_3_odi":"10305610","quote_3_text":"THIS OCCURRED ONE TIME ONLY. AS MY BLUETOOTH CONNECTED PHONE BEGAN TO RING, THE CAR'S TOUCHSCREEN INTERFACE WENT BLANK AND THE HVAC VENTS ROTATED TO THE CLOSED POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2010-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking and wheel defects","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11191595","quote_1_text":"THE WHEELS ON A RANGE OF JAGUAR MODELS ARE PRONE TO THE RIMS CRACKING WHERE THE TIRE BEAD SEALS TO THE INNER LIP OF THE RIM","quote_2_odi":"11456358","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Jaguar XF equipped with Lionhart tires, Tire Line: Lionclaw, Tire Size: 245/35/ZR20, DOT Number: Not Available","quote_3_odi":"10331300","quote_3_text":"NEW CAR DELIVERED WITH TWO BENT WHEELS. FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ALSO OVAL SHAPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-airbag-weight-deactivation","label":"Passenger airbag deactivation for lightweight occupants","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10659674","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DOES NOT PROPERLY WORK AND THE MANUFACTURER REFUSED TO REPAIR. MY WIFE WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 100 POUNDS AND THE MANUFACTURER CLAIMS THE AIR BAG IS DESIGNED TO NOT WORK FOR PASSENGER 100 POUNDS OR LESS","quote_2_odi":"10568833","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10576438","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WORKS INTERMITTENTLY WHEN MY WIFE SITS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. MY WIFE WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 100 POUNDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and caliper defects","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11118531","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT A STOP LIGHT, A POPPING SOUND WAS HEARD AND THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_2_odi":"10594866","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SHIFTING INTO DRIVE FROM REVERSE, THE BRAKES FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10483746","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED WHICH EMITTED A LOUD CONSTANT SQUEAKING AND GRINDING NOISE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-dashboard-bubbling","label":"Dashboard surface bubbling and windshield glare","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10937179","quote_1_text":"2011 JAGUAR XFR SUPERCHARGED DASHBOARD GLARE & VISIBILITY OBSTRUCTION THE LEATHER DASHBOARD ON THE JAGUAR XFR SUPERCHARGED HAS BEGUN TO SEPARATE, RIPPLE, & BUBBLE","quote_2_odi":"10897968","quote_2_text":"SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO DEFECTIVE DASHBOARD. THESE CARS HAS A DEFECT WITH THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-fuel-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire from fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11112433","quote_1_text":"ON JULY 20, 2017, AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30 AM, I WAS DRIVING MY 2011 JAGUAR XF IN THE FAR RIGHT LANE ENROUTE TO THE PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT FOR A FLIGHT TO ATTEND MY YOUNGEST SISTER'S FUNERAL","quote_2_odi":"11030550","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN I-95 SOUTH, A MOTORIST POINTED TO ME AND AT MY VEHICLE THAT A PROBLEM HAD OCCURRED. MY 2011 XF JAGUAR LEAKED FUEL","quote_3_odi":"11006709","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 JAGUAR XF. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED, THE CONTACT WAS ALERTED BY ANOTHER MOTORIST THAT SMOKE WAS COMING FROM THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Engine stall from fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10968896","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10898552","quote_2_text":"THE ORIGINAL FUEL PUMP ON THE CAR FAILED ON 3/16/16 RESULTING IN ENGINE SHUTDOWN AND SUBSEQUENT LOSS OF VEHICLE CONTROL WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11114290","quote_3_text":"HAD A 100 MILES LEFT IN TANK GOT GAS FILLED IT UP LEFT GAS STATION GOT ON FREEWAY DOING 70MPH CAR STALLED NO WARNING NO NOTHING ALMOST CAUSED MAJOR WRECK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak from outlet flange","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11482018","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, an abnormally strong fuel odor was detected. Upon inspection, the contact noticed fuel leaking from the fuel tank fuel outlet flange","quote_2_odi":"11433807","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jaguar XF. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormally strong gasoline odor would emit throughout the vehicle with the check engine warning remaining illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11351234","quote_3_text":"I HAD MY 2011 JAGUAR RUNNING WHILE I WAIT FOR A LOCKSMITH AND I COULD SMELL FUEL COMING FROM THE VEHICLE MAINLY ON THE SIDE WHERE THE GAS TANK IS LOCATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11078254","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG NEEDS TO BE REPLACED ASAP DUE TO POTENTIAL FOR THE MODULE INFLATOR HOUSING TO EXPLODE AND DEPLOY ABNORMALLY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH RESULTING IN SHARP METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING THE PASSENGERS","quote_2_odi":"10983077","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V373000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10953680","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - IT HAS BEEN OVER 8 MONTHS SINCE I RECEIVED THE NOTICE OF THE RECALL. EVERYTIME I CALL THE JAGUAR NUMBER LISTED IN THE LETTER, I AM TOLD THEY HAVE NO IDEA OF WHEN THEY MIGHT BE STARTING REPAIRS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10438207","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON HIGHWAY WITH MY FAMILY TRAVELLING 60 MPH WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED.. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND THE SPEED FAILED TO DECREASE","quote_2_odi":"10485011","quote_2_text":"PROBLEM: AUTOMATIC SPEED LIMITER MALFUNCTION WHILE TRAVELING AT 69 MPH SETTING","quote_3_odi":"10616043","quote_3_text":"I WAS ACCELERATING AWAY FROM TRAFFIC LIGHTS AND THE THROTTLE JAMMED OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-brake-line-hose-failure","label":"Brake line and hose fitting failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11044755","quote_1_text":"UPON STARTING THE CAR AFTER A BRIEF STOP WITH NO PRIOR INDICATION OF BRAKE IRREGULARITIES, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY AT THE TIME; THE BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE DEPRESSED IN ORDER TO START THE CAR. THERE WAS AN ACCOMPANYING BURNING SMELL AT THIS TIME,","quote_2_odi":"10991927","quote_2_text":"LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINE FAILURE AT MIDLINE. LEAKED SO BAD THE ENTIRE BRAKE FUILD RESERVOIR EMPTIED AFTER 2 BRAKE PUSHES. I AM SO LUCKY I JUST STOPPED FOR GAS AND WASN'T DRIVING ON MY TRIP DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR IS ONLY 5 YEARS OLD AND 79XXX MILES. THERE MUST BE DESIGN OR","quote_3_odi":"10672277","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. A STRONG BURNING ODOR EMITTED FROM THE TIRES AND THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO PARK AND THE VEHICLE IDLED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-dashboard-delamination","label":"Dashboard trim detaching from base","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11246261","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD IS COMING APART I HEARD DUE TO JAGUARS FAULTY BONDING AGENT THEY USED. THE DEALER TOLD ME ITS FROM THE SUN WHICH IS NOT TRUE","quote_2_odi":"11113825","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD IS COMING ABOUT CAUSING VISUAL IMPAIRMENT TO ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11373864","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THE DASHBOARD LEATHER INTERIOR DETACHED FROM THE BASE OBSTRUCTING THE CONTACT'S VIEW. THE CONTACT MENTIONED AN ABNORMAL ODOR ON THE INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GALPIN JAGUAR (15500","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10917585","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND SHUT OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC FUEL PUMP FAILED. THE ELECTRONIC FUEL PUMP WAS REPLACED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_2_odi":"11097042","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING (IN MOTION) WHEN THE CAR COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY STREET. I WAS ABLE TO THANKFULLY ROLL INTO A TURN LANE. I WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART OR EVEN TURN THE CAR INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE LOST POWER-ASSISTED BRAKING AND POWER-ASSISTED STEERING. IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11139688","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK INDICATOR ILLUMINATED EVEN THOUGH THERE WAS HALF A TANK OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO RECOMMENDED THE FUEL PUMP BE REPLACED. THE DEALER (JAGUAR COLUMBIA,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-fuel-tank-flange-leak","label":"Fuel tank flange leak tied to recall 12V521000","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10916210","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 JAGUAR XF WITH 48,000 MILES WHICH HAS A GAS LEAK ON TOP OF THE GAS TANK WHERE THE HOSE CONNECTS TO THE ASCENDING UNIT. THIS IS NOT ONLY VERY DANGEROUS FOR MY FAMILY BUT ALSO TO MY HOME AS THIS ISSUE CAN CAUSE A FIRE. I WOULD LIKE THIS ISSUE RESOLVED BY REPAIR AS I","quote_2_odi":"11149472","quote_2_text":"IN 2012 JAGUAR HAD A RECALL ON SOME OF THEIR FX MODEL CARS DUE TO FAULTY FUEL TANK FLANGE ISSUES THAT COULD CAUSE THE CARS TO CATCH FIRE. THE NHTSA CAMPAIGN # WAS 12V521000, THE RECALL # WAS: J027 & THE POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED WAS 4,195. IN THE DOCUMENT I'VE ENCLOSED,","quote_3_odi":"10995536","quote_3_text":"FUEL FLANGE IS CRACKED CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO POUR OUT GAS WHILE MOVING AND WHILE PARKED. THERE IS ALSO A HEAVY GAS SMELL THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-plastic-coolant-crossover-pipe","label":"Plastic coolant crossover pipe leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11269367","quote_1_text":"COOLANT LEAK CAUSED BY BAD PLASTIC PARTS, ESPECIALLY THE CROSSOVER PIPE WHICH WAS MADE AS A WELDED TOGETHER PIECE. LUCKILY, I HAD A WARNING THAT MY COOLANT WAS LOW AND CONTINUED TO FILL THE COOLANT UP TILL I COULD BRING THE CAR IN FOR SERVICE AND REPLACEMENT OF THE WATER PUMP","quote_2_odi":"11233800","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR AN ALIGNMENT. AFTER CHECKING UNDER THE CAR, THE MECHANICS REALIZED THAT THE COOLANT TUBING WAS MADE OF PLASTIC AND BROKE. THEY STATED THAT IF I DROVE THE CAR, I WOULD BE IN DANGER OF THE CAR SMOKING AND MAYBE CATCHING FIRE. I HAD TO REPLACE THE COOLANT. I","quote_3_odi":"11121240","quote_3_text":"IT STARTED OFF AS A SMALL COOLANT LEAK BUT AFTER SPOTTING COOLANT ON THE OVERFLOW HOSE, I NOTICED A CRACK IN THE PLASTIC HOSE. REPLACING THAT HOSE DIDN'T STOP THE PROBLEM; COOLANT KEPT LEAKING AND I HAD TO BUY ANOTHER BOTTLE. I THEN BROUGHT MY CAR TO A MECHANIC WHO PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-speed-control-gear-behavior","label":"Unexpected gear shifting and speed control behavior","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11497528","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2012 Jaguar XF on Highway 75 my car began to go from drive to neutral and changing gears on his own and I almost got hit by a semi-truck with the vehicle slowing down eventually I made it home with the vehicle and put it in park and never came out park again,","quote_2_odi":"10485256","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN I-95 SOUTH ON 11/12/12, NEAR PHILADELPHIA (ON THE WAY TO A 76ERS GAME) WITH MY 7 YEAR OLD SON IN THE BACKSEAT (WITH BOOSTER). I WENT TO ACCELERATE AND THE PEDAL APPARENTLY GOT STUCK (I DIDN'T KNOW THAT WAS THE ISSUE AT THE TIME). HARROWING EXPERIENCE TO SAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall part availability delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11078630","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V010000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT PROVIDING A LOANER VEHICLE UNTIL PARTS BECAME AVAILABLE. THE","quote_2_odi":"10994512","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL JO7OI I NOW HAVE NO USE OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AND REPAIR WILL NOT BE MADE UNTIL SEPT.30 AT THE SOONEST. NO SOLUTION WAS OFFERED BY THE SERVICE DEPT. OF THE DEALERSHIP. NO SOLUTION FROM CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER OF JAGUAR LAND ROVER NORTH AMERICA,LLC. THIS","quote_3_odi":"10970959","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V027000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2012-timing-chain-noise","label":"Timing chain noise and guide wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11298312","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN NOISE THE ENGINE MAKES A LOUD TIMING CHAIN NOISE WHICH IS LEADING TO TIMING CHAIN FAILURE WHICH CAN LEAD TO FATALITIES","quote_2_odi":"11241533","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN GUIDES WEAR VERY EASILY MAKE OF WEAK OR POOR QUALITY METAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-coolant-leak-overheat","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11269419","quote_1_text":"2103 JAGUAR XF AWD FAILURE OF JAGUAR OEM 13-18 XJ 3.0L-V6 RADIATOR-WATER PIPE C2Z31644 CAUSED THE ENGINE TO OVERHEAT AND STOP ON A BUSY HIGHWAY. THIS ITEM IS KNOW TO FAIL DUE TO POOR QUALITY AND/OR DESIGN. THE CAR COULD NOT BE DRIVEN OFF THE HIGHWAY AND DRIVER HAD TO EXIT THE","quote_2_odi":"11252313","quote_2_text":"JAGUAR STATEMENT: MY 2013 JAGUAR XF WAS UNDER WARRANTY UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2018. I TOOK IT IN FOR SERVICE AND WATER COOLANT LEAK; WHILE DRIVING OUT OF MY GARAGE DOWN MY STREET THE COOLANT WARNING LIGHT CAME ON SO I PARK IT AND HAD IT TOWED TO MY LOCAL JAGUAR DEALERSHIP TO BE LOOKED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-dashboard-separation","label":"Dashboard covering separating from adhesive","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11129460","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A BIG ISSUE WITH MY DASHBOARD STARTING TO COME APART BECAUSE OF THE ADHESIVE JAGUAR USED TO HOLD DOWN THE LEATHER IS NOT HOLD. HOW MANY COMPLAINTS NEED TO BE DOCUMENTED BEFORE JAGUAR ADDRESS THE ISSUE. I HAVE RESEARCHED AND FOUND THAT JAGUAR IS USING STAPLES ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11109547","quote_2_text":"MY JAG XF 2013 DASH IS BEING TORN AWAY AND SEPARATING. IT IS ANNOYING TO ME THAT JAGUAR REFUSES TO ADMIT USING SUBPAR MATERIALS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-electrical-junction-box","label":"Central junction box water ingress and electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11522947","quote_1_text":"To the best of my ability id like to explain why my car does not operate . i have taken my car to two jaguar dealership and have talked to Rocco' s European car repair shop as well and the all say that what is defective with my car is the central junction box. When I asked them","quote_2_odi":"10873790","quote_2_text":"MY NEW CAR 26,000 MILES JAGUAR WENT DEAD IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET TOWED TO THE DEALER. HAPPENED AGAIN LAST WEEK IN MY WAY TO LAS VEGAS FROM LOS ANGELES. I AM SURE THIS WILL HAPPEN AGAIN. THERE IS A DEFECT WITH THIS CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11618623","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Jaguar XF. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle was losing motive power. The contact stated that the drive(D) started flashing RED on the console by the shift selector and on the instrument cluster. The contact stated that","quote_2_odi":"11513654","quote_2_text":"The car employs a start/stop system to shut the engine when stopped. When it restarts the engine, the idle speed drops to about 400 RPM (half normal idle) and surges when it recovers. It has also stalled several times. I've asked the dealership to fix this, but when at the","quote_3_odi":"10721391","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR THE CAR STARTED TO STALL AND WHEN I STOPPED IN TRAFFIC LIGHT THE ENGINE SHUT ITSELF OFF WITHOUT NOTICE AND I HAD TO RESTART. THE STALLING AND ENGINE GOING OFF CONTINUED AND COULD HAVE CAUSED A MAJOR ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-fuel-odor-stall","label":"Fuel odor and pump/injector failure with stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10915194","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JAGUAR XF. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL INJECTOR NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","quote_2_odi":"11114470","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EMITTED AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CHERRY HILL JAGUAR (2000 NJ-70, CHERRY HILL, NJ) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL INJECTORS","quote_3_odi":"11287758","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE LOST POWER ON FREEWAY, LOST POWER TO POWER STEERING, FELT SLUGGISH (NO FUEL) WHEN I PRESSED ACCELERATOR, COULD NOT ACCELERATE ABOVE 35 MPH. HAD TO STOP CAR ON SIDE OF ROAD. TURNED ON AND OFF WAITHED 10MIN, CAR STARTED AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE, BUT REPEATED ABOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11078319","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V010000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"11064937","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JAGUAR XF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WAS UNABLE TO TRADE IN THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER (PHILLIPS CHEVROLET OF LANSING, 17730 TORRENCE AVE, LANSING, IL 60438, (708) 474-0000) STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-tire-wheel-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and wheel failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11339394","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A SET OF 4 NEW TIRES. FOLLOWING INSTALLATION, ABOUT 2,000 MILES INTO THEIR USE, 3 OF THE 4 TIRES HAD THE TREAD SEPARATE FROM THE INTERNAL BELTS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO VIBRATE, PULL TO ONE SIDE AND ULTIMATELY WOULD HAVE LED TO A COMPLETE TIRE FAILURE. NEITHER THE","quote_2_odi":"10787821","quote_2_text":"DEAR SIR OR MA'AM, I AM WRITING TO INFORM YOU OF WHAT I VIEW AS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE IN HOPES THAT YOU WILL CONSIDER INVESTIGATING THE MATTER. ON MARCH 13, 2015, I PURCHASED A 2013 JAGUAR XF, (VIN: [XXX]), THAT WAS CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED, BUT HAD NEVER BEEN OWNED BY ANYONE EXCEPT","quote_3_odi":"10637779","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A NEW USED CAR IN LA ON SEPT 14 2014. WHEN I DROVE BACK TO SF ON NO5 HIGHWAY ON SEPT 15 2014 ABOUT 1 AM .THE BACK LEFT WHEEL STARTED CAUGHT FIRE WHEN I WAS DRIVING NORMALLY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jaguar","make_slug":"jaguar","model":"XF","model_slug":"xf","cluster_id":"jaguar-xf-2013-unintended-rollaway","label":"Unintended vehicle movement while parked or idling","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10958776","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE ROLLED BACK ABOUT 3 FEET WHILE IT WAS IDLING IN MY DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"10548937","quote_2_text":"ON SEPT 27, 2013 AROUND 7A.M., I DROVE MY CAR TO THE MAIL BOX WHERE I PULLED OVER ON A ROAD WITH A SLIGHT INCLINE AND UP ON THE ROUNDED CURB, PUT IT IN PARK, OPENED THE DOOR, WALK ALONG THE SIDE OF THE CAR, CROSSED IN FRONT TO RETRIEVE MY MAIL. AFTER GETTING MY MAIL, WHEN I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jaguar/xf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jaguar"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2014-epb-water-intrusion","label":"Electronic parking brake water intrusion, self-engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11687996","quote_1_text":"Electronic parking brake engages at random. Gauge info shows “P” with a circle warning, as well as “brake” in red. Says “4wd system unavailable”. Parking brake module has water/corrosion at connection terminal","quote_2_odi":"11617534","quote_2_text":"This morning, on the way to work, the electric parking brake module of my 2014 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk activated when the vehicle was in motion, making it impossible to accelerate or reverse","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2014-fuel-nozzle-shutoff","label":"Fuel nozzle shutoff during refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11704026","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the EVAP system had failed, causing the fuel nozzle to constantly shut off while fueling","quote_2_odi":"11636572","quote_2_text":"While ATTEMPTING to fill up with gas the fuel nozzle kicks off REPEATEDLY, as if the tank is full! This has been occurring for the past year or so","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2014-liftgate-water-intrusion","label":"Liftgate water intrusion, electrical module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11608943","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V338000 (Electrical System, Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11590571","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while leaving the grocery store and attempting to close the liftgate, the liftgate failed to lock as intended","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2014-ptu-failure","label":"Power Transfer Unit failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11751909","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud roaring sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with power transfer unit failure","quote_2_odi":"11745328","quote_2_text":"My PTU in my 2014 Jeep Cherokee is failing. The car has been jerking when accelerating. Sometimes very slow when I first accelerate then jerks heavily and takes off at a high rate of speed. I also noticed weird grinding and unusual sounds","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2014-tcm-shift-to-neutral","label":"Transmission control module shift-to-neutral faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2642,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11667084","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly imitates being in neutral when it is actually in drive mode. It has lost power on long hill climbs wthout any downshifting as would be necessary. Vehicle will occasionally accelerate on its own without notice","quote_2_odi":"11665718","quote_2_text":"Jumpy Transmission, when shifting gears vehicle pauses, jumps a bit, makes a noise, then shifts into the new gear. Everyone in the car jerks their head when the gears jump. The dealership has looked at the vehicle a few times, and say nothing is wrong","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11697642","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 61 MPH and accelerating, the vehicle stalled twice. The contact stated that the cabin was filled with smoke. The contact was able to pull over and open the hood and noticed the smoke…","quote_2_odi":"11573374","quote_2_text":"We own and lease mostly Chrysler /Jeep products in our family. We currently have a Wrangler, Pacifica, Jeep Cherokee. Our 2015 Jeep Cherokee has shut down completely while driving 4 times. The first time this happened was a year ago and we thought it was a fluke…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-liftgate-water-intrusion","label":"Liftgate module water intrusion and recall part delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11554825","quote_1_text":"Safety recall 49A/NHTSA 23V-338. Fire hazard. Do not park in garage or near other vehicles. This was issued 5/11/2023 and has not been repaired. The restrictions make the vehicle nearly unusable…","quote_2_odi":"11563870","quote_2_text":"There is still no remedy for my vehicle, the rain water got inside my vehicle and made the seats/ carpet moldy and still smells like mold after 3 interior cleanings and months of keeping up with cleaning. Water still gets through. The back tailgate doesn’t work…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-parking-brake-self-engagement","label":"Electric parking brake self-engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11717039","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving her car in the middle of a busy intersection when the parking brake locked up causing her to come to an abrupt stop and almost cause an accident. A quick google search appears to indicate that this issue has already been under investigation by NHTSA…","quote_2_odi":"11600200","quote_2_text":"Parking brake automatically engaged and left me stranded. I had it towed to the dealer and they found water in the spare tire compartment dealer . The repair tech said that water had damaged the parking brake module as well as others…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-ptu-failure-service-4wd","label":"Power transfer unit failure with Service 4WD warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11726910","quote_1_text":"Power Transfer Unit stopped working. Brakes locked up and car would not move. Is not drive-able at this time. Currently at a dealership awaiting part, of which there is NO ETA on. I was just entering a roundabout when the part failed, and I could have been hit as the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11682586","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN - The \"Service 4WD\" and \"Service Parking Brake\" warning lights are on. My mechanic said that the PTU needs to be replaced and that this is a known issue with this model. It should be a recall item.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential fracture and fluid leaks","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-11 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698910","quote_1_text":"My Jeep has been returned to the Dealership I purchased it from now for the 3rd time to have the Rear Differential completely replaced. The first time, because the Rear Differential axle seal was leaking. The 2nd time, the rear differential had another axle seal leak…","quote_2_odi":"11588012","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, she noticed fluid leaking underneath the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear differential had fractured internally…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-service-shifter-warning","label":"Service Shifter warning and shifter module faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11619943","quote_1_text":"\"Service Shifter\" light comes on. When this happens, the 9 speed shifter stops working. Also, all of the vehicle information system shuts off.","quote_2_odi":"11572549","quote_2_text":"Randomly an audible alarm sounds and the dash indicates \"Service Shifter\" while the digital dashboard indicators do not allow to navigate away from that notice, and all of the lights on the transmission indicators illuminate…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2015-transmission-harsh-shifting","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and neutral drop-out","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05 (from 200 most-recent of 1777 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":1777,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11658993","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 - 65 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate and independently shifted to neutral, causing the vehicle to fail to accelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11559296","quote_2_text":"The transmission 'locks' into neutral while at a light or stop or when trying to reverse. You must put the vehicle in to Park to reset the transmission. The engine will rev with the transmission 'locked' in a neutral state…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11751477","quote_1_text":"Took a hard Impact to the rear driver side tire and rear driver door corner small dent(near rear tire), and was spun 180° causing being propelled into a light pole on the passenger front and side. No airbags deployed in the entire vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11726104","quote_2_text":"From airbags all of them. yes its available for inspection. the airbags deployed while I was driving and I couldn't control the car and ended up in a ditch. yes we were put at risk as well as others on the road. Nobody has inspected vehicle at this time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and cylinder head failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-04 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11696091","quote_1_text":"Head gasket and cylinder head replacement. There are bubbles in my coolant and oil in cylinder #1. No external leaks. I’ve already called a dealer and cited W80 and they said not eligible for the recall to get it fixed","quote_2_odi":"11626661","quote_2_text":"I own a 2016 Jeep Cherokee, and I’ve experienced significant engine issues that seem to be a common problem among other owners. The vehicle initially developed a ticking noise, which I was told was due to an oil change issue (first too little oil, then too much)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling while driving and at stops","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11694195","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is stalling out. While driving down the road any accelaration is fine but when stopped at a stop sign/light and you give the vehicle throttle from a dead stop or rolling stop it will either stall out and die or it will stall, surge, and come back…","quote_2_odi":"11626899","quote_2_text":"2 WEEKS AGO, I WAS DRIVING MY JEEP AND STOPPED FOR A TRAIN. THE JEEP SUDDENLY CUT OFF. I PUT IT IN PARK AND IT STARTED RIGHT UP. AFTER THE TRAIN PASSED, I DROVE APPROXIMATELY 200 FEET TO THE NEXT STOP SIGN AND IT CUT OFF AGAIN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-parked-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11722509","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that twenty minutes after her husband parked and turned off the vehicle in a parking lot, the vehicle caught fire while unoccupied. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that she noticed sparks…","quote_2_odi":"11646522","quote_2_text":"I parked my vehicle at 6pm on February 15th. at 2:45 pm I awoke to a loud explosion outside my bedroom window. There was a very large fire, and it was my car. I was in shock we could only watch from our window as the fire department arrived and put out the fire…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-parking-brake-engagement","label":"Electric parking brake self-engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11653777","quote_1_text":"Parking brake module and connector got major water damage. My mechanic found over four gallons of water under my spare tire compartment. After inspecting it he found the module and wires fried. While driving my parking brake light came on and by time I parked my parking brake…","quote_2_odi":"11719370","quote_2_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT STOP SIGNS OR STOP LIGHTS THE EMERGENCY PARKING BREAK WILL ENGAGE AND UNABLE TO TURN OFF WITH OUT RESTARTING VEHICLE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-ptu-service-4wd","label":"Power transfer unit failure with Service 4WD warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11690880","quote_1_text":"The PTU system is failing. If it completely fails, the car will lock at any time. The part is backordered and may take months to get here because so many Jeep owners are having this problem. The dealerships confirmed this. There is a service 4wd light.","quote_2_odi":"11732672","quote_2_text":"4WD light displayed on dash. Dealer responded this was a known issue with PTU recalls, however, my VIN was not included. Was warned by dealer not to drive due to fire danger. This recall should be expanded to include all vehicles manufactured within this timeframe…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-service-shifter-fault","label":"Electronic shifter fault with Service Shifter warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11748678","quote_1_text":"Gear shift locks up and car must be turned off and restarted.","quote_2_odi":"11614934","quote_2_text":"Service Shifter light comes on while the gear functions turn red in color for park, reverse, neutral, and drive. I did a prior recall search and saw numerous complaints for my car make/model and year. Was this a recall? If not, why not? I found complaints that could be safety…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2016-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02 (within 200 most-recent of 1400 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1400,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11720306","quote_1_text":"We own a 2016 Jeep Cherokee and have been experiencing ongoing issues with the transmission and acceleration. The vehicle will sometimes hesitate or lag when pressing the gas pedal. There are situations where you try to accelerate and the vehicle does not respond right away…","quote_2_odi":"11603960","quote_2_text":"Jeep skips gears on highway and loses power while accelerating to get up to speed. Took jeep to multiple dealers which all has said it's the torque converter. My jeep is a 2016 with only 77k miles on it. It jerks you at stop lights to almost hitting the car in front of you…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-cherokee-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11739000","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 mph , while raining, when coming down a decline on the roadway, a truck with a trailer was stopped and turning into a driveway, the corner of front driver side near the headlights…","quote_2_odi":"11656008","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the driver inadvertently drove off the road and lost control of the steering, causing the vehicle to drive over a driveway, go airborne, and crash into a large boulder","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-cherokee-2017-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11724924","quote_1_text":"My Jeep has been cutting off while driving for the past several months. I've taken it to be serviced several times and everything, from the alternator, engine, fuel pump, battery, etc. are all fine. But the vehicle will cut of while driving or while idling at the traffic light","quote_2_odi":"11657985","quote_2_text":"I purchased a 2017 certified pre-owned Jeep Cherokee from a Jeep dealership in March 2020. Starting in late 2022/early 2023, while driving, everything electrical would shut off and stop functioning without warning (dashboard, radio, air or heat if on, lights near gear shift…","quote_3_odi":"11664169","quote_3_text":"While driving my car it loss power in the middle of the busy intersection the lights got dim in the car while I was at the stop light and the car just shut off I could not put on the hazardous lights or anything to alarm the cars behind me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-cherokee-2017-electronic-parking-brake","label":"Electronic parking brake engagement from water intrusion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11740133","quote_1_text":"The component that failed/malfunctioned was the module that activates the EPB. It is available for inspection if requested. My safety was put at risk because the parking brake would engage every time the vehicle shut off leaving me stranded and could put other drivers at risk if…","quote_2_odi":"11667823","quote_2_text":"Electronic parking brake engaged and wouldn't release. Possibility of occurrence while driving. Problem has been confirmed by independent service center to have been caused by water leakage into the area where the parking control module is located. Water was found pooling in…","quote_3_odi":"11702683","quote_3_text":"My car back in June 2025 left me stranded in the turn lane with traffic backing up after the emergency parking brake turned on without warning. I was not able to drive e my car or to release the brake and move my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-cherokee-2017-ptu-failure","label":"Power transfer unit (PTU) failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751107","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed, and the vehicle shut off unexpectedly. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road, turned off, restarted…","quote_2_odi":"11742791","quote_2_text":"2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk suffered a Power Transfer Unit failure leading to sudden motive power. Vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road with a narrow shoulder. Exiting the vehicle put driver at risk of being struck by traffic. Driver had to exit the vehicle via the…","quote_3_odi":"11721765","quote_3_text":"I own a 2017 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk (VIN: [insert VIN here]) affected by NHTSA Recall #25V-011 (FCA #01C) for PTU failure due to an improperly seated snap ring, causing spline wear and loss of drive power. This is a safety defect risking sudden power loss while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-cherokee-2017-service-shifter-warning","label":"Service Shifter warning and shift module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11733147","quote_1_text":"Service Shifter message has been persistent. Has been checked at multiple independent locations for diagnostic check. Each location has said that it should be a lifetime product and in no need of replacement per Jeep standards. I have therefore been unable to get the service…","quote_2_odi":"11650484","quote_2_text":"Issue: Persistent “Service Shifter” Warning on 2017 Jeep Cherokee I own a 2017 Jeep Cherokee, and the “Service Shifter” warning continues to appear even after replacing both the wiring harness and bezel. Despite these repairs, the issue persists, creating safety concerns and…","quote_3_odi":"11650224","quote_3_text":"Every so often when putting vehicle in park while running or at start up I get a dash message “service shifter” and all the gear lights light up and I’m unable to shift out of park. The dealership mechanic has now looked at it three times replacing the shifting bezel, wiring…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11640885","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalls when driving, will start moving again when put into park and then back into drive","quote_2_odi":"11641734","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle the engine loses total power and says to shift to park. No engine lights come on, no warning lights. Total loss of power is a serious issue - reading on the jeep forums this is not an uncommon problem. Have to try and safely get to the side of the road…","quote_3_odi":"11622300","quote_3_text":"My jeep will stall without warning. If i turn, it stalls out, brake it stalls, turn the vehicle on hit the gas to go and step off the gas it stalls. Sometimes it won’t start or it will start then stall out. It’s without warning and has had me left on the side of the road…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Cracked plastic oil filter housing oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11707994","quote_1_text":"A common issue with Jeeps with plastic oil filter housing is the oil filter housing cracks leading to oil leaks and engine damage.","quote_2_odi":"11630334","quote_2_text":"Oil leak found on driveway. 2018 Jeep Cherokee Limited taken in for an oil change and diagnosis. Jeep Cherokee has oil leaking into the oil filter housing. Oil filter housing is plastic and needs to be replaced with a metal housing and new gaskets…","quote_3_odi":"11651897","quote_3_text":"The oil filter housing on this vehicle is dumping oil from the back. I have had an issue with it not wanting to go over 35MPH and sounds like a misfire in my car it has had sort of an odd sound when turned on I have had to park it to avoid having any further issues…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-park-loss-rollaway","label":"Loss of park function and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11642420","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while idling at a stop light, the vehicle rolled backwards. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered…","quote_2_odi":"11648894","quote_2_text":"I started noticing a knocking, vibrating sound as I accelerated. I took it to several places, and they couldn’t figure it out. Then, last Saturday, I was driving on the interstate, and completely lost power. I was stranded with no shoulder to go to. I tried to put it in park…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-parking-brake-water-corrosion","label":"Electric parking brake engagement and water corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11709063","quote_1_text":"Less than 57,000 miles on vehicle. January 3, 2026. Parking brake engaged and froze. Interrupted driving. Got vehicle home. \"Service Brake\" came on. Attempted all recommended actions to disengage Parking Brake. Parking Brake continued engagement and the Vehicle cannot be driven.","quote_2_odi":"11600159","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in park(P), the electric parking brake engaged independently. The contact was unable to release the parking brake. The contact contacted an independent mechanic who informed her husband…","quote_3_odi":"11594273","quote_3_text":"Doing some investigation into this vehicle, it revealed that the current design of the rear compartment does not provide adequate protection against water intrusion. There are several points of entry through which water can seep into the electronic components…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-ptu-failure-power-loss","label":"Power transfer unit failure with loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11740422","quote_1_text":"PTU failed. Service 4 WD Light is on. Jeep has a recall but my VIN isn't included. It is going to cost over $3000 to get it fixed.","quote_2_odi":"11736261","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the 4WD warning light illuminated, rendering the 4WD inoperable. The vehicle automatically switched to the Rear Wheel Drive mode. The vehicle was taken to both an independent…","quote_3_odi":"11689753","quote_3_text":"The car is having loss of power and issues with parking or turning at low speeds. I took it in and it needs a new power transfer case. There are metal shavings in it. I see there is a recall for 2017-2019 but the dealership is saying my vin is not affected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-ptu-recall-parts-backorder","label":"PTU recall (25V011000) remedy parts backorder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11698602","quote_1_text":"This safety recall is 10 months old and has not been addressed or has no remedy to date. We spoke with the Jeep dealership today, Nov. 10-2025, and they don't know when there will be a fix. This is a serious safety issue and the length of delay is inexcusable.","quote_2_odi":"11652821","quote_2_text":"At this time, the manufacture is unable to remedy the recall issues for the 2018 Jeep Cherokee that could affect the safety of the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"11685456","quote_3_text":"Received notification of a recall for my jeep called and they stated that there is no fix but if something happens while I’m driving that jeep would have to consume the cost this is unacceptable! This was 3/15/25 still no fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure with parts backorder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11567773","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Jeep Cherokee rear differential started making an intermittent noise at about 35,000 miles. Now at 42,000 miles the dealership I purchased it new from has determined that the differential needs replacing. It is four months past the 5 year/60,000 mile power train warranty…","quote_2_odi":"11574508","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Jeep Cherokee with 88K miles on it. I heard a loud popping sound, and my car was jerking. Took it into the dealership for maintenance and I need to replace the rear diff and axle shaft. This could have locked up worse and caused an accident…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2018-service-shifter-message","label":"Service Shifter message with all shifter lights lit","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":679,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11576731","quote_1_text":"All lights on shifter light up red (P, R, N, D) and an error message of \"SERVICE SHIFTER.\" Come to find a lot of people are having this same issue.","quote_2_odi":"11619601","quote_2_text":"Error popped up on the dash saying Service Shifter, all the lights on the gears lit up. First occurrence, I was able to turn the car off and the error went away. 1 week later, it came back and has not gone away. Was unable to put car into drive.","quote_3_odi":"11620927","quote_3_text":"Service shifter light came on and gear shift lights are all red,P,R,N,D. Took it in and they said it was the shifter harness and they changed it. Didn’t have the issue for a while and it started again January & February 2021, September 2022, June 2023, August 2023, and now…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in front impact collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11738128","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy during my recent car accident, even thought the front end took significant impact.","quote_2_odi":"11712440","quote_2_text":"Was in an accident due to hitting ice hit a guard rail going 60 mph on the highway totaled the vehicle but not one air bag deployed.","quote_3_odi":"11703050","quote_3_text":"Airbags did not deploy during MVA to passenger side front door that resulted in totaling of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-electrical-shutoff","label":"Electrical shutoff and start-stop stall at idle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11736883","quote_1_text":"2019 Jeep Cherokee. In December 2023, when I took my foot off the brake at a light, the car stalled out and would not start afterward. I was using the auto start/stop feature. Of course it started when the tow arrived, but I took it to the dealer anyway for safety. I had a new…","quote_2_odi":"11720466","quote_2_text":"When approaching a light, the car will completely shut off and my steering wheel will lock, and the emergency break will engage. I will be unable to use any part of my car for at least 1-2 minutes before the break releases and allows me to start my car again.","quote_3_odi":"11707852","quote_3_text":"What happened : The vehicle experienced a sudden electrical failure and loss of normal shutdown control. The vehicle would not start or turn over. After repeated attempts, it eventually started, at which point all dashboard lights began flashing uncontrollably. The engine…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-engine-failure","label":"Engine power loss with piston and cylinder failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11735346","quote_1_text":"I was on a highway in the Middle Lane to accelerate, and after that the car started to lose power and acceleration and the engine started to make noise and I saw smoke behind me. It was only at this point that an engine light came on and then it went off and did not return. It…","quote_2_odi":"11734005","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPM was unexpectedly elevated. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road; however, the vehicle failed to restart. The…","quote_3_odi":"11726326","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden engine failure while driving. Prior to failure, a flashing check engine light appeared along with severe engine misfire, sputtering, and loss of power. The vehicle became unsafe to operate and required towing. The vehicle had recently undergone…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-ptu-loss-of-power","label":"Power transfer unit failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11742462","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Jeep Cherokee Limited has a diagnosed failure of the two speed Power Transfer Unit (PTU), which is the exact subject of active NHTSA Campaign 26V290000/Jeep Recall 40D. Ed Martin Jeep in Anderson, Indiana provided me with written diagnostics confirming the failure…","quote_2_odi":"11740196","quote_2_text":"Power train (PTU) failed on the highway huge crash sound and then no power to wheels, transfer case visably broke due to catastrophic failure shockwave cracked housing of my rear difrential too. It is available for inspection. Safety reason is the same as recall 01C / 40D…","quote_3_odi":"11721840","quote_3_text":"On March 1, 2026, while traveling south on Colonel Rodman Highway, I heard a sudden explosive noise and the Jeep bucked and jerked violently, nearly causing an accident. We were able to reach the breakdown lane, but the situation created a highly hazardous driving condition. My…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-rear-differential","label":"Rear differential housing crack and snap ring failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11736628","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was at the dealer for a service appointment, the vehicle was diagnosed with a failed rear differential. The contact was informed that the snap ring was detached from the housing unit. The contact was…","quote_2_odi":"11727737","quote_2_text":"While driving home from Church Sunday afternoon, I was on the highway driving 65 mph. Suddenly, and without warning lights or any other ability to know or prepare for the catastrophe about to take place, my 2019 Cherokee Trailhawk lost all control and function in the drive-train…","quote_3_odi":"11718514","quote_3_text":"incidental to nys inspection it was found that rear differential was severely \"decayed.\" the case was fractured and retaining ring on passenger side was broken or out of place. took to Jeep dealer and it was confirmed that the differential was trashed, had to be replaced, and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-recall-no-remedy","label":"PTU recall with no available remedy or parts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11715182","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Elite VIN: [XXX] Recall: Stellantis / Jeep Recall 01C (NHTSA 25V‑011) Dealer: Carson Dodge Chrysler Jeep, Carson City, Nevada Description: My 2019 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk Elite (VIN [XXX] ) is included in Stellantis Recall 01C. It has now…","quote_2_odi":"11712419","quote_2_text":"I am reporting an open safety recall on my vehicle that has had no available remedy for over a year. My 2019 Jeep Cherokee is subject to Recall 01C, which warns of potential loss of power and loss of park function. Due to this defect, my vehicle’s 4-wheel drive system is…","quote_3_odi":"11714715","quote_3_text":"Recall on my 2019 Jeep for Two-Speed PTU failure has not been remedied yet it has been a year now. Would like to know when this can be fixed before I have other issues.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-stall-shift-hesitation","label":"Stalling and delayed transmission shift on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11742100","quote_1_text":"Delayed response to gas pedal, stalling, delayed shifting. Stalling when suppose to accelerate. No response from transmission for a few seconds when accelerating.","quote_2_odi":"11738576","quote_2_text":"I was slowing down coming to a stop in a left turn lane. I went to give the car gas to make the turn and for 4 seconds I had no power. My car was stuck in The middle of the intersection. When the vehicle regained power it slammed forward really hard.","quote_3_odi":"11703804","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2019 Jeep Cherokee, the engine randomly shuts off without warning. This has happened multiple times at different speeds. The vehicle suddenly loses all power, and I have to coast to the side of the road. There are no warning lights, messages, or diagnostic codes…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2019-svc-4wd-light","label":"Service 4WD warning light with PTU diagnosis","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1561 total)","source_complaint_count":1561,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11734797","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the message \"Service 4WD\" was displayed, immediately followed by the message \"4WD System Unavailable\". The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where a diagnostic test was performed, and the…","quote_2_odi":"11724691","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a mechanical clunking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle, and the 4WD failed to engage as needed. The message \"Service 4WD\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the…","quote_3_odi":"11702694","quote_3_text":"While driving 4WD warning light appeared on dash display. I pulled over shortly after and checked for obvious clues such as leaking oil, loose belts and burning smells, nothing to be found. Currently, I was advised not to drive this vehicle due to causing additional damage or…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-active-grille-shutter","label":"Active grille shutter system malfunction","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11636629","quote_1_text":"Vehicle popped an engine as the vehicle was in motion. After taking it to a mechanic, they ran diagnostics and said that the Active Grill Shudder (AGS) had stopped responding to the cars computer","quote_2_odi":"11680850","quote_2_text":"Engine warning light came on. Bloomington Chrysler Jeep repair shop said the active grill shutter connector wasn't working. This can cause engine overheating and damage and possibly a fire","quote_3_odi":"11620794","quote_3_text":"AGS system failed at 26,000 miles causing the check engine light to turn on. Cannot use auto start or get car inspection while light is on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714516","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a head-on accident with another car. The airbags did not deploy in my 2020 Jeep Cherokee. This resulted didn’t some injuries to me in a driver of the other car","quote_2_odi":"11671832","quote_2_text":"On June 24 ,2025 I was in a front end collision resulting in personal injury to with parties. From airbags not deploying on my vehicle. My car was deemed total loss from insurance company","quote_3_odi":"11702231","quote_3_text":"Driver's seat below the steering wheel console the airbag is hanging out and showing the edge of the bag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak and cylinder wall damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719637","quote_1_text":"Oil filter housing 3.2 motor. Plastic housing leaking with oil smell while driving. Could cause fire in engine bay","quote_2_odi":"11639272","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that there was oil underneath the front end of the vehicle. The oil pressure warning light was illuminated. The contact noticed oil leaking from the top of the oil canister","quote_3_odi":"11737799","quote_3_text":"VERIFIED CONCERN, FOUND VEHICLE TO RUN VERY ROUGH AND DOES NOT IDLE CLEANLY. PERFORMED MISFIRE MONITOR AND NOTED NO MISFIRES AT THIS TIME. INSPECT SPARK PLUGS, COILS AND CYLINDER BORES FOR CONCERN, NOTED LOW COMPRESSION ON CYL #2 (150, 105, 145, 150)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-parking-brake-engage","label":"Parking brake engages unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11660387","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the parking brake engaged unintendedly, causing the vehicle to stop abruptly, almost causing the contact to hit her head against the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11585971","quote_2_text":"Vehicle randomly will engage the parking brake while vehicle is in motion and in drive. Vehicle then will stall and needs repeated attempts to restart before break will disengage","quote_3_odi":"11737975","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has been in the shop over 6 times due to the malfunctioning of the EMERGENCY BREAKING SYSTEM. Less then 2.5wks after I purchased this vehicle, I started experiencing my E brake randomly engaging while driving it down the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist / steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737699","quote_1_text":"2020 Cherokee owner from dealer purchased as CPO w/23k miles in 2023. Shortly after purchase rear differential failed and was replaced under warranty at 25k miles. At 42k full Steering Rack failure","quote_2_odi":"11633806","quote_2_text":"The contact's mother owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while his mother was driving at unknown speeds, the steering wheel stiffened and was difficult to maneuver. The failure would occur intermittently","quote_3_odi":"11755280","quote_3_text":"Sudden total loss of power steering assist while driving over a small pothole on Pearman Dairy Road. Full details, diagnostic trouble codes (U0420-00, U0010-00, U1428-00, B2309-64), and Jeep case reference 97368807 are fully documented in the attached formal PDF letter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-ptu-4wd-failure","label":"Power Transfer Unit (PTU) failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":131,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740333","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, the vehicle began to lose propulsion upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact also stated that an abnormal, clunking sound began to emti from the without warning","quote_2_odi":"11748244","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Jeep Cherokee with approximately 87,000 miles. Approximately one month ago, my \"Service 4WD\" light illuminated on the dashboard, and I heard a severe grinding noise coming from the drivetrain","quote_3_odi":"11707117","quote_3_text":"My PTU failed while driving 70mph on a 4 lane interstate during a heavy rush hour, I'm 7 months pregnant and this was mortifying for me. I lost all power moving forward and could not accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2020-stall-shutdown","label":"Vehicle stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616036","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off independently. While at a stop light, the vehicle shut off","quote_2_odi":"11673210","quote_2_text":"My Jeep keeps going into Limp Mode and not will completely shut off while I come to a complete stop at a stop light. And while I’m driving the engine light comes on","quote_3_odi":"11621093","quote_3_text":"Jeep was stalling randomly when coming to a stop or at a stop sign initially. It is now stalling completely when driving, states “push into park and start car”","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11419036","quote_1_text":"I was involved in an accident on May 27, 2021 with my brand new Jeep Cherokee Latitude 2021, less than 3 k miles. Another driver ran a red light and I t-boned him, all of his air bags went off, but none of my air bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11513670","quote_2_text":"Was driving down hwy and vehicle pulled out directly in front of me. Nothing i could do but hit the brakes. Severe front end damage done to my 2021 Jeep Cherokee. Airbags did not deploy. There were injuries. No one can figure out why the airbags didn't deploy on either the…","quote_3_odi":"11500272","quote_3_text":"while driving approximately 30 mph and crossing an intersection, he crashed into another vehicle head-on. The contact stated the air bags did not deploy and the driver-side seat belt did not retract. The contact sustained injuries on his chest due to hitting the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-electronic-parking-brake-autoengage","label":"Electronic parking brake unintended automatic engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723032","quote_1_text":"The 2021 Jeep Cherokee sporadically and infrequently engages the parking brake and hazard flashers.  In order to disengage it, the car must be put in park and turned off then on, sometimes repeatedly.  It has happened multiple times when the car…","quote_2_odi":"11635030","quote_2_text":"It wouldn't move in drive, until it was put in park and then back into drive and it would automatically engage the parking brake.  Once she brought it home I went to check the vehicle. I got into the vehicle, put it into reverse and backed up the driveway. Once I stopped and…","quote_3_odi":"11560043","quote_3_text":"Parking brake automatically engaged while sitting at traffic light. First time it has done it. Just had an inspection on car a few months back and nothing was wrong with car at that time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and radio inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11726699","quote_1_text":"while driving at an undisclosed speed, the radio went black, with the message \"Re-insert USB\" displayed. The contact was unable to use the radio. Additionally, the  rear-view camera, the AC/HEAT settings, and other safety features were inoperable and unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11714199","quote_2_text":"The interior screen has become pixelated with different colors. This effects my back up camera which is a big safety hazard. All of the climate control, radio and general info are also on this screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-ptu-failure","label":"Power Transfer Unit failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756931","quote_1_text":"while driving approximately 65 MPH with cruise control engaged, the vehicle hesitated, and the transmission momentarily shifted into neutral(N) before returning to normal functionality. The message “Service All Wheel Drive” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11755511","quote_2_text":"while driving on a ramp at 40-45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud grinding sound coming from underneath the vehicle, and the vehicle lost drive power. No warning light was illuminated. The electronic parking brake engaged automatically","quote_3_odi":"11753043","quote_3_text":"while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle's wheels locked up. The contact sustained injuries to the neck and whiplash and pain. The service 4WD warning light was illuminated after the failure. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V290000 (Power…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-recall-26v290-no-remedy","label":"Recall 26V290000 PTU remedy unavailable","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754404","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Jeep Cherokee Trailhawk that is included in the PTU safety recall involving sudden loss of motive power and/or loss of the PARK function. My vehicle began exhibiting the exact symptoms of this recall in April 2026 and has been undrivable since that time","quote_2_odi":"11747371","quote_2_text":"The recall notice states that the PTU may fail internally, causing an unexpected and unrecoverable loss of drive power at any speed or allowing the vehicle to roll while in PARK without warning. The notice also states that these conditions can result in a vehicle crash or…","quote_3_odi":"11741169","quote_3_text":"The manufacturer has issued a \"remedy not yet available\" notice and has failed to provide a replacement part to fix this known safety defect. Local dealerships refuse to repair the vehicle because the re-engineered recall part does not exist yet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof panel spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11462414","quote_1_text":"while his wife was driving 50 MPH, the sunroof imploded and the shattered glass panel pieces almost injured his wife. The contact's wife veered to the side of the road. The contact's wife then continued to drive. The vehicle was taken to an independent…","quote_2_odi":"11464770","quote_2_text":"the front part of the panoramic sunroof exploded while I was driving. This was the area directly above the driver and passenger seat. The vehicle is currently at the car dealer. Glass came off into the vehicle and could have possibly blown off the roof…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2021-unintended-stall-shutdown","label":"Unintended engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11573763","quote_1_text":"I've been experiencing repeated instances of my 2021 Jeep Cherokee Latitude Lux 4X4 shutting off while I'm driving, without any warning lights. The message \"Shift to P to start\" appears on the screen. On several occasions, the car shut off unexpectedly, almost causing accidents","quote_2_odi":"11701840","quote_2_text":"My jeep initially shutoff while driving on the interstate at 70 mph last December. I took it the dealership and they kept it for 2 months and replaced several parts. I got it back and it shutoff the next day, but started after l let it sit for an hour. Then it went for weeks…","quote_3_odi":"11396202","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA (40 MPH) WHEN MY CAR SUDDENLY JOLTED AS IF I HAD SUDDENLY STEPPED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THEN THE GAS PEDAL. I STOPPED FOR A RED LIGHT, AND THE CAR SUDDENLY STALLED. THE ENGINE AND BATTERY LIGHT WERE ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709204","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, another vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and merged into oncoming traffic; as a result, the contact crashed into the vehicle. The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy upon impact. A fellow motorist, who witnessed…","quote_2_odi":"11632447","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while at a four-way intersection, another driver made a left turn at 30-40 MPH as a result the contact did not have ample time to stop and crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle causing it to turn 180 degrees during the impact. The air bags did…","quote_3_odi":"11751561","quote_3_text":"During an accident the driver side airbags did not deploy. The vehicle was rammed on the rear passenger wheel area. The impact was significant enough to have the curtain airbags on the passenger side go off, but the only person in the vehicle was myself, the driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-battery-drain-electrical","label":"Battery drain and electrical module shutdown failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737431","quote_1_text":"Battery went dead after 4 days of being parked. Preceded by car not charging fully after driving.  Dealer had to replace battery at 60,000 miles with no other fault detected. After market battery did not fix problem. Needed to be replaced by OEM battery.  Still noticed not…","quote_2_odi":"11591612","quote_2_text":"Today May 20, 2024 we called the NHTS to inform that we did received the notification from the manufacturer indicating that there is indeed an important safety recall which can cause a vehicle crash without prior warning. In the same letter the manufacturer states that The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-front-axle-cv-joint","label":"Left front axle and CV joint recurring failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733747","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchase, I brought the vehicle to the dealership due to a noticeable clicking sound coming from the front end. The dealer retained the vehicle for several days but stated they were unable to identify the source of the noise, although they indicated that a repair…","quote_2_odi":"11669665","quote_2_text":"in March 2025 we noticed a rattle at the right front area while going over rough roads. we took the car to the (Dealer Cerritos Jeep) and were told that the right front strut was (Broken ?) and it was under warrantee. Then was told the strut was out of production and it would be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-ptu-failure","label":"Power Transfer Unit failure and 4WD loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755677","quote_1_text":"Previously reported that my vehicle was throwing the code for the 40D. I returned today, vehicle vehicle start to slam, jerk. Jeep Cares escalated after dealership tech confirmed active failure. Fuse pulled,  but can't really drive my car to avoid damages.  Now waiting for them…","quote_2_odi":"11700970","quote_2_text":"While driving, I heard a loud clunk and was not able to go forward when stepping on the gas. It then kicked in and could move on for a minute and it happened again. Then it happened again and this time we pulled over and had to call a tow truck. While we were waiting the car…","quote_3_odi":"11575065","quote_3_text":"Suddenly the emergency collision braking system applied and all of the lights on my vehicle lit up. While the braking system was being applied the cruise control was simultaneously applying gas resulting in the vehicle RPM redlining on multiple occasions. Fortunately, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-shift-to-park","label":"Unintended \"Shift to Park\" message and drive disengagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745224","quote_1_text":"While coasting/foot off gas transmission will suddenly shift out of gear and a \"Shift to Park\" message will appear on dash.  I must stop and shift to park then back into gear to re-engage the transmission.  Driving will proceed normally at that point.  This has occured…","quote_2_odi":"11483861","quote_2_text":"Traveling in heavy morning traffic in inside lane at approximately 25mph, engine suddenly lost power with simultaneous ‘Shift to Park’ error message and brief flash of amber warning light on instrument panel. Vehicle would not accelerate when gas pedal pressed, engine only revved","quote_3_odi":"11563165","quote_3_text":"While driving on active roadways (including major highways during rush hour, a major downtown city at intersections with crosswalks during rush hour, and while exiting a parking garage), the vehicle suddenly stops, sounds a brief alarm and flashes one of 3 error messages on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Cherokee","model_slug":"cherokee","cluster_id":"cherokee-2022-turn-signal-failure","label":"Turn signal intermittent failure and water infiltration","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738697","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the right turn signal fails to remain engaged intermittently. The failure had become more frequent as time progressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for another matter, and the owner was also informed about the failure. The dealer confirmed there…","quote_2_odi":"11497693","quote_2_text":"the in dash information cluster advised me that the right turn indicator on the vehicle failed. Upon pulling into a service station and inspecting the vehicle it was confirmed that the right rear turn indicator had indeed failed and would no longer illuminate. In addition to the…","quote_3_odi":"11719377","quote_3_text":"When activating the left turn signal both the left and right turn signal indicators began blinking.  I had to cycle the turn signal switch both right and left and then to off to stop both indicators from blinking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11479659","quote_1_text":"Side curtain air bags didn’t deploy during rollover","quote_2_odi":"11340020","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON A SIDE STREET AND ROLLED OVER I HAD JUST BOUGHT THE CAR NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11056862","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11733742","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed completely. 2-3 car lengths between be and car in front of me with plenty of time to stop","quote_2_odi":"11140450","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP WHEN THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10956510","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-door-handle-breakage","label":"Interior door handle breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11062057","quote_1_text":"THE DOOR HANDLES OF MY JEEP COMMANDER 2006 HAVE SNAPPED. THR VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11112415","quote_2_text":"DOOR HANDLE BROKEN ALL 4 DOORS","quote_3_odi":"10925052","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, ALL THE INTERNAL DOOR HANDLES FRACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11546532","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle started losing engine power and then the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11140995","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STALLS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 60 MPH. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAYS AND HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES IN THE LAST WEEK","quote_3_odi":"10911238","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS FOR NO REASON. USUALLY HAPPENS WHEN PULLING FROM MY DRIVEWAY AFTER BEING PARKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-ignition-switch-no-start","label":"Ignition switch failure preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10914284","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WILL NOT START. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE, AND THERE HAS BEEN NO EXPLANATION AS TO WHY THIS HAPPENS","quote_2_odi":"11377784","quote_2_text":"JEEP IGNITION SWITCH/CYLINDER INTERMITTENTLY NOT STARTING IGNITION AND PROBLEM HAS WORSENED","quote_3_odi":"10939884","quote_3_text":"PROBLEM WITH IGNITION SWITCH CAUSES DASH NOT TO WORK AND CAR NOT TO BE ABLE TO START MOST OF TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle failure to latch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11539119","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while latching the front driver’s side seat belt, the seat belt would not latch securely","quote_2_odi":"11310105","quote_2_text":"4 OUT OF 7 SEAT BELTS WILL NOT CLICK IN. ONE OF THOSE THAT WON'T CLICK IN CAN SOMETIMES GO IN BUT THEN IF PULLED WILL COME OUT","quote_3_odi":"11205962","quote_3_text":"FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELTS CAN ONLY BE BUCKLED IF THE RELEASE BUTTON IS DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2006-transmission-over-temp-shift","label":"Transmission over-temperature warning and gear shift fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":1782,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11640684","quote_1_text":"Vehicle randomly saying transmission over temp. Vehicle may or may not crank upon turning key","quote_2_odi":"11349637","quote_2_text":"WHEN I ACCELERATE IT SOMETIMES SAYS SOMETHING LIKE TRANSMISSION TEMP HIGH AND BEEPS","quote_3_odi":"11342711","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP KEEPS APPEARING AFTER FLUID, SHIFT SOLENOID, AND FILTERS HAVE BEEN CHANGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11427325","quote_1_text":"Engine stalled at stop signs, Daughter was driving the vehicle and engine stalled at an intersection. Not able to restart it. Vehicle was pushed to the side","quote_2_odi":"10679401","quote_2_text":"ENGINE DIES WITHOUT WARNING, AFTER STOPPING AT A STOPLIGHT, OR AFTER SITTING WITH THE FOOT ON BRAKE, SUCH AS WHILE WAITING TO MAKE A TURN LEFT OR RIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10347897","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE DIED ON ROAD, TOWED TO SHOP THEY COULD NOT FIND ERROR, THEY UPDATED THE COMPUTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-ignition-switch-malfunction","label":"Ignition switch and wireless ignition module malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11560587","quote_1_text":"My jeep will not crank sometimes...the key will not turn. The ignition control module seems to be a problem","quote_2_odi":"11000415","quote_2_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE, THE KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD REMAIN ON. THE CONTACT HAD TO MAKE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10653855","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER PARKING AND TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO RUN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-n23-transfer-case","label":"Transfer case malfunction after N23 recall repair","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10578784","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSFER CASE OF OUR CAR COULD NOT BE SHIFTED OUT OF 4-HIGH TO EITHER NEUTRAL OR 4-LOW. CONSEQUENTLY A MAJOR DRIVE TRAIN COMPONENT HAS BEEN DESTROYED","quote_2_odi":"10563803","quote_2_text":"AFTER HAVING SAFETY RECALL N23 / NHTSA 13V-175 PERFORMED, MY VEHICLE'S TRANSFER CASE NO LONGER SHIFTS AS IT SHOULD, PREVENTING THE VEHICLE FROM SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL OR 4 LOW","quote_3_odi":"10553753","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IDLES POORLY AND 4 WHEEL DRIVE TRANSFER CASE MOTOR DOES NOT WORK AFTER DEALERSHIP PERFORMED N23 RECALL WORK. THIS IS A VEHICLE WITH LESS THAN 40,000 MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-steering-instability","label":"Steering wheel jerk and rear-end wobble","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11210702","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM AN INDEPENDENT SOURCE, SHE WAS NOT INFORMED OF ITS RECALL HISTORY. WHEN INITIALLY PURCHASED, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THERE WAS EXTENSIVE WOBBLING AND A STRONG VIBRATION IN THE REAR","quote_2_odi":"10422872","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD JERK VIOLENTLY AND MAKE A LOUD SOUND WHEN TURNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure on 5.7L HEMI engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11118711","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN BROKE ON MOTOR CAUSING CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE TO THE V8 HEMI","quote_2_odi":"11115653","quote_2_text":"UNFORTUNATELY, THIS PAST WEEK THE TIMING CHAIN BROKE AND LEFT ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THANK GOODNESS IT WAS NOT DURING RUSH HOUR","quote_3_odi":"11114115","quote_3_text":"WITH NO WARNING,(NO NOISE FROM ENGINE) TRAVELING ABOUT 25MPH ENGINE LIGHT FLASH ON, LOST ALL ENGINE POWER, BECAME HARD TO STEER, WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL THE VEHICLE OUT OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-tpms-stem-failure","label":"TPMS sensor stem nut failure causing tire blowout","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10944169","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES LOST PRESSURE AND THE ALUMINUM RIM STEMS FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"10779380","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TWO FAILURES IN THE LAST THREE MONTHS WITH THE TPS TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR SYSTEM RESULTING IN TWO FLAT TIRES AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS WITH THE LOSS OF ONE TIRE COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"10417271","quote_3_text":"A NUT FASTENING A TPMS STEM TO THE WHEEL/TIRE FAILED RESULTING IN A TIRE BLOW OUT. UPON INSPECTION OF ALL OTHER TPMS STEMS, ANOTHER NUT HAD A FRACTURE ITS ENTIRE LENGTH AND HAD TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-under-hood-fire","label":"Under-hood fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11710369","quote_1_text":"ENGINE FIRE UNDER NORMAL OPERATION","quote_2_odi":"11359933","quote_2_text":"THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON ABOUT 5 MINUTES AFTER I STARTED DRIVING THROUGH RESIDENTIAL STREETS AND ONTO A FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"11322947","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS WIFE WAS PARKED AT THE SUPERMARKET HIS WIFE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE TWICE WITH NO AVAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Commander","model_slug":"commander","cluster_id":"jeep-commander-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11196515","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 120 MPH WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10447529","quote_2_text":"DURING ACCELERATION THROTTLE BECAME STUCK","quote_3_odi":"10460875","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY AFTER THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/commander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2009,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2009-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11269482","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS MAINTAINED ITSELF ON APPROXIMATELY THREE MONTHS, AND EVERY 10-15 MINUTES IT SENDS ME AN ALARM, WARNING ME THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG, AND THAT THE AIRBAG IS NOT FUNCTIONING ACCORDINGLY","quote_2_odi":"11203418","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL...AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND THERES NOTHING/ NOBODY IN PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11006461","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM, AND TRACTION WARNING INDICATORS WOULD REMAIN ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2009,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2009-control-arm-tie-rod-wear","label":"Front lower control arm and tie rod wear","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10980399","quote_1_text":"PREMATURE FAILURE (46700 MILES) OF BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT LOWER CONTROL ARMS FOUND DURING ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION","quote_2_odi":"10519761","quote_2_text":"INSPECTION AT DEALER SHOWED BOTH LOWER BALL JOINTS FAILED INSPECTION AND THE TIRES WERE \"ABNORMALLY WORN\" AT LESS THAN 20,000 MILES OF USAGE","quote_3_odi":"10406218","quote_3_text":"OUTER TIE-ROD ASSEMBLY DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES - 2.4M5 4X4. PREMATURE WEAR AND DETERIORATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2009,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2009-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11100260","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10609030","quote_2_text":"IT DOES A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE AND THEN IT SLOWS DOWN TO 40 MPH AND WILL NOT ALLOW YOU TO GO FASTER","quote_3_odi":"10382604","quote_3_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION SHUDDER/VIBRATION IN THE LAST SECONDS BEFORE COMING TO A FULL STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2009,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2009-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front and rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11142314","quote_1_text":"FRONT SUBFRAME ROTTED OUT ON 2009 WITH ONLY 90,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10925933","quote_2_text":"SUBFRAME ROT. AT 70,000 MILE STEERING CONTROL WAS LOST DUE TO A CRACK IN THE FRONT SUBFRAME CAUSED BY EXCESSIVE RUST/ROT","quote_3_odi":"11217562","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2009,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2009-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Water intrusion through sunroof and dome light","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10926582","quote_1_text":"WHEN IT RAINS, WATER POURS INTO THE CABIN FROM THE DOME LIGHT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10734903","quote_2_text":"THE DRAIN IN THE SUNROOF IS DEFECTIVE. THERE ARE A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET OF THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10643708","quote_3_text":"1) WATER LEAKS THROUGH THE INTERIOR LIGHTS (NEAR SUNROOF PANEL). WATERSPOTS ALSO ON ROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2010-front-suspension-wear","label":"Front ball joint and control arm wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10947688","quote_1_text":"THE BALL JOINT ON THE JEEP HAS HAD TO BE REPLACED 2 TIMES ON THE LEFT. ONE TIME AT 42,000 MILES. THE SECOND TIME AT 85,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10672430","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10592259","quote_3_text":"TOOK VEHICLE TO MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION.I WAS INFORMED THAT ONE OF THE FRONT BALL JOINTS AND TIE ROD WAS BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2010-rusted-subframe","label":"Rusted front or rear subframe and crossmember","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11442742","quote_1_text":"my front and rear sub-frame rotted out, making my vehicle dangerous to drive for me my family and other passengers that ride in my vehicle,it is also a danger to other vehicles and persons on the road","quote_2_odi":"11130565","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED AND SPLIT IN HALF","quote_3_odi":"10945608","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY WIFES 2010 JEEP COMPASS TO THE GARAGE FOR INSPECTION AND THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME IS RUSTED THROUGH SO BADLY THAT HE CAN FIT HIS FIST THROUGH ONE OF THE HOLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2010-stall-after-refueling","label":"Engine stall or shutdown after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11105408","quote_1_text":"AFTER RE-FUELING MY JEEP 2010 JEEP COMPASS UNTIL THE TANK IS FULL (NOT OVER FILLED) THE CAR DRIVES HEAVY; ENGINE STALLS AND ENGINE HAS STOPPED COMPLETELY WHILE IDLING IN TRAFFIC AND AT A INTERSECTION STOP LIGHT ON ROUTE 102 IN LONDONDERRY, NH OFF OF EXIT 4 OFF OF INTERSTATE 93","quote_2_odi":"11133155","quote_2_text":"CAR STALLS AFTER YOU FILL UP THE GAS TANK AND DRIVE AWAY FROM THE GAS STATION. IF YOU COME TO STOP AND/OR IDOL WITHIN 5 MINUTES OF FILLING UP YOUR CAR TANK OR COASTING ALONG IT WILL STALL","quote_3_odi":"11228417","quote_3_text":"CAR RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF WHILE IN MOTION. WILL RESTART AFTER SHUT OFF. HAS DOES THIS MANY TIMES . THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR QUITE SOME TIME. LOOKED IT UP AND IT'S A COMMON PROBLEM THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2010-takata-recall-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair delayed by unavailable parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10958951","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THAT THE REPLACEMENTS ARE STILL UNAVAILABLE. I'VE KNOWN ABOUT THIS ISSUE SINCE MAY 2015...ALMOST 2 YEARS!!","quote_2_odi":"11073141","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10995425","quote_3_text":"I AM UNABLE TO USE MY 2010 COMPASS TO TRANSPORT MY FAMILY BECAUSE OF FEAR THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2010-transmission-control-module","label":"Powertrain or transmission control module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10745816","quote_1_text":"THE JEEP COMPASS 2010 POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) FAILED RESULTING IN THE JEEP TO BE INOPERABLE","quote_2_odi":"10428374","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE STOPPED WORKING. AFTER TRYING TO TURN THE CAR ON. IT WOULD ONLY MOVE IN 1ST GEAR AND IN REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"10392943","quote_3_text":"LAST WEEK AFTER PULLING OUT OF A SIDE STREET MY 2010 JEEP COMPASS WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. I WAS IN A HIGH TRAFFIC AREA AND IT WAS DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2011-cvt-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"CVT transmission power loss and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10762867","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, WHILE DRIVING UP A HILL AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11278341","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STOPS MOVING RANDOMLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND MUST BE RESTARTED TO GET IT TO MOVE. WILL BARELY ACCELERATE AND RPMS ARE EXTREMELY HIGH ST LOW SPEEDS. VEHICLE SURGES AND WON'T ACCELERATE. HORRIBLE WHINING NOISES. VEHICLE STALLS, OR WON'T MOVE WHEN TRYING TO ASCEND UP HILL OR","quote_3_odi":"10807931","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT LIGHT COMES ON OFTEN AND CAUSES THE CAR TO LOSE POWER AND OR STALL. THIS HAPPENS ON ANY TYPE OF DRIVING SCENARIO HIGHWAY, RESIDENTIAL OR STATIONARY. I WILL TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND THE LIGHT WILL GO OFF. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL COME ON MY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2011-electrical-lights-tipm-failure","label":"Electrical system failures affecting lights, horn, and TIPM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11657619","quote_1_text":"The vehicle shuts off while driving at any speed. Steering locks and will not allow driver to pull over to safety","quote_2_odi":"11180219","quote_2_text":"HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ELECTRICAL ISSUES, HEADLIGHTS NOT WORKING, INTERIOR LIGHTS WORK AND THEN DONT, DASHBOARD LIGHTS WORK AND THEN DONT. HAD ENGINE LIGHT COME ON BUT WHEN I TIGHTENED GAS CAP IT WENT OFF. STARING HAVING REALLY HARD TIME UPON ACCELERATION, FELT LIKE THE ENGING","quote_3_odi":"10822292","quote_3_text":"TIPM WENT BAD AND HAD TO REPLACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2011-engine-stall-after-refueling","label":"Engine stall while driving, often after refueling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11296669","quote_1_text":"SEVERAL TIMES AFTER FILLING UP MY 2011 JEEP COMPASS WITH GAS, I TURN THE CAR ON AND DRIVE OFF. IN MINUTES THE STEERING LOCKS UP AND CAR STALLS. CAR IS GETTING POWER, ALL COMPONENTS ARE STILL WORKING (LIGHTS, RADIO, ETC.). I TURN CAR OFF AND RESTART AND IT SPUTTERS AND FINALLY","quote_2_odi":"11098051","quote_2_text":"FILLED THE 2011 JEEP COMPASS WITH GAS AND PULLED OUT OF GAS STATION. TWO SECONDS LATER MY CAR COMPLETELY SHUT OFF AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. I MANAGED TO GET IT PARTIALLY TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BY LETTING IT ROLL AND BRAKE, BUT CARS BEHIND ME WERE NOT PREPARED FOR THIS","quote_3_odi":"10422454","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING COLUMN SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY STALLED. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMALLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2011-subframe-crossmember-corrosion","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11373974","quote_1_text":"EXTREMELY RUSTED AND CORRODED CROSSMEMEBER AND SUBFRAME RENDERING IT DANGEROUS OF FALLING APART ON THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE MADE A RATTLING SOUND UNDER THE CAR WHILE IN MOTION FROM THE STREETS TO THE EXPRESSWAY. SEEMS TO BE CORRODING AND RUSTING FROM THE INSIDE OUT","quote_2_odi":"11516115","quote_2_text":"The suspension has completed rusted through. My mechanic can stick his arm all of the way through. There was a recall on other VINs but not mine so far. There needs to be one since I wasn't told about this safety problem until my mechanic went to replace other parts. I was never","quote_3_odi":"10821776","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING STATE INSPECTED, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS EXCESSIVE CORROSION TO THE REAR SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE INSPECTED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10959739","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"10935513","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_3_odi":"10704786","quote_3_text":"JEEP DEALERSHIP IN VIRGINIA BEACH, TRIED TO INSTALL RECALL SOFTWARE, HOWEVER WOULD NOT FIX PROBLEM. THE DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS MY PROBLEM AND NEEDED TO PAY FOR A NEW OCR MODULE (400.00) SINCE MY JEEP WILL NOT LET THE INSTALL OF THE RECALLED SOFTWARE BE INSTALLED. I'VE CALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-cvt-overheat-limp-mode","label":"CVT transmission overheating and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11343102","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS AND SLOWS DOWN THE CAR SPEED. WHEN DRIVING THE JEEP TRANSMISSION LIGHT GOES ON AND YOU CANNOT ACCELERATE OVER 45 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11319179","quote_2_text":"AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS AND SHUTS DONE THE CAR. 136000 MILES ON IT. DEALER SAYS TRANSMISSION NEEDS REPLACED. CANNOT DRIVE OVER 45 MILES PER HR","quote_3_odi":"11011948","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION TEMP LIGHT CAME ON AND CAR LOST SPEED AND MADE FUNNY WHINING NOISE. WE HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND WAIT TILL LIGHT WENT OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-electrical-total-power-loss","label":"Electrical system total power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10819103","quote_1_text":"THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES NOW. WAS TOLD BY DEALER THEY HAVE TO BE DRIVING IT WHEN THE PROBLEM OCCURS. TWICE NOW, I LOST ALL ELECTRICAL POWER. NO LIGHTS, NO HAZARDS, NO POWER STEERING. IT IS LIKE I HAVE NO BATTERY AT ALL. EVERYTHING IS DEAD","quote_2_odi":"10994328","quote_2_text":"IT IS NOT JUST JEEP WRANGLERS WITH DEFECTIVE TIPMS. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE MINE REPLACED TWICE IN THE LAST 18 MONTHS AND 32000 MILES. SINCE I DRIVE MY VEHICLE FOR WORK AS A MAIL CARRIER THIS IS A MAJOR PROBLEM FOR ME","quote_3_odi":"10824016","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. I WASN'T ABLE TO USE MY HAZARDS OR ANYTHING. I WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11165963","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CAR WOULD SHUT OFF AND LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND BRAKES. COMPONENT ENDED UP BEING A CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR","quote_2_odi":"10923860","quote_2_text":"MY 77 YEAR OLD MOTHER WAS DRIVING VEHICLE ON HIGHWAY 159 IN MARYVILLE, IL WHEN THE ENGINE STALLED. SHE WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF ROADWAY. ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED","quote_3_odi":"11062525","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY JEEP ALL OF A SUDDEN THE ENGINE STALLED. NO WARNING. NO OTHER ISSUES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-fuel-tank-rollover-valve","label":"Fuel tank rollover valve blocks refueling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11724721","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while attempting to refuel the vehicle, the contact was unable to pump more than one gallon at a time","quote_2_odi":"11712812","quote_2_text":"When I attempt to fuel the car, the gas pump immediately shuts off regardless of the gas station or the pump that I am at","quote_3_odi":"10524132","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 13V120000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED UNDER THE RECALL BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front and rear subframe cross-member corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11553175","quote_1_text":"The rear suspension crossmember and suspension control arm rotted out on my 2012 Jeep Compass. Also, cross member cracked","quote_2_odi":"11491314","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Compass. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for inspection prior to a road trip, he was informed that the rear cross members were severely corroded and had holes","quote_3_odi":"11338225","quote_3_text":"THE REAR CROSS MEMBER ON MY 2012 JEEP COMPASS HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED THROUGH IN MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. THIS INCLUDES MUCH OF THE SUBFRAME AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag and seat belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11005570","quote_1_text":"I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY VEHICLE WHEN THE SEAT BELTS AND AIR BAGS MAY NOT WORK IN A COLLISION! CURRENTLY THERE ARE NO PARTS TO FIX THIS ISSUE AND THE RECALL WAS INITIATED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2016--IT HAS BEEN ALMOST A YEAR!","quote_2_odi":"10995728","quote_2_text":"SAFETY BELT AND AIR BAG RECALL INFORMATION GIVEN SEPTEMBER 2016. AS OF JUNE 2017 THERE IS STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE FOR THIS","quote_3_odi":"10949001","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LOSS OF AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN CRASH EVENTS DUE TO A SHORTING CONDITION RESULTING IN A NEGATIVE VOLTAGE TRANSIENT THAT TRAVELS TO THE OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER VIA THE FRONT IMPACT SENSOR WIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2012-trans-dipstick-fracture","label":"Transmission dipstick tube fracture","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10610480","quote_1_text":"DRIVING TO WORK I HEARD A CLANKING NOISE. I APPROACHED A STOP LIGHT AND WAS TOLD BY SOMEONE STANDING BY THE LIGHT THAT THERE WAS SOMETHING DRAGGING UNDERNEATH MY VEHICLE. I REACHED MY DESTINATION AND ONCE THE CAR WAS PARKED GOT OUT TO SEE WHAT IT WAS","quote_2_odi":"10993534","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION DIPSTICK TUBE FRACTURED AND COULD BE SEEN FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"10851964","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE 2012 JEEP COMPASS HOME FROM WORK SATURDAY 3/26/2016. I WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY AND WHEN SHE PULLED UP, I NOTICED A BLACK TUBE DRAGGING UNDER THE BOTTOM OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2013-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10920511","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY A DUMP TRUCK. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT'S GRANDSON SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10735828","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, A SECOND VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. DURING THE CRASH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AND CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FLAMES","quote_3_odi":"10512363","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH, SHE CRASHED INTO SEVERAL TREES BEFORE ROLLING OVER. UPON IMPACT, THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RECALL THE EXACT DETAILS OF THE CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2013-cvt-transmission-overheat","label":"CVT transmission overheating and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11229057","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED TO 3,200 AND A WHINING NOISE WAS HEARD UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STARTED TO LOSE POWER WHEN APPROACHING AN EXIT RAMP","quote_2_odi":"11109627","quote_2_text":"IN THE SUMMER OF 2016, THE CVT TRANSMISSION STARTED OVERHEATING. IT WAS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION, AS THE CAR WOULD LOSE POWER ON THE HIGHWAY. YOU WOULD HAVE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER AND SIT THERE FOR 20 MINUTES FOR THE CAR TO COOL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11385343","quote_3_text":"DANGEROUSLY DROPPING INTO LIMP MODE WITHOUT WARNING OR ABILITY TO OVERRIDE FOR SAFETY. EARLY FULL SYSTEM TRANSMISSION FAILURE WITHOUT NO OPTIONS FOR REPAIR. FINALLY DIED BY MAKING WHINING NOISE, GOING INTO LIMP MODE AND STAYING THERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2013-sudden-power-loss-throttle","label":"Sudden loss of drive power, electronic throttle fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10926564","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A SEVERE PROBLEM WITH THE ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL. THIS STARTED AS A MINOR ANNOYANCE AND NOW I CANNOT DRIVE MY CAR. DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE RED LIGHTENING LIGHT STARTS FLASHING AND I LOSE ALL ABILITY TO ACCELERATE MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11088975","quote_2_text":"THIS MORNING AS I WAS GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE 'ELECTRONIC THROTTLE CONTROL' LIGHT CAME ON AND CAUSED MY CAR TO STALL TWICE. THE HIGHEST SPEED I WAS ABLE TO GO WAS 30 MPH. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AS I WAS IN MOTION ON A BUSY HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11232267","quote_3_text":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL PROBLEMS WITH MY 2013 JEEP COMPASS. 2 TIMES ALREADY(ONE ON THE HIGHWAY)WHERE I AM DRIVING AND THE LIGHT COMES ON CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER AND TRAVEL AT A MUCH SLOWER SPEED(MY SPEED DROPS). THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2013-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag and seat belt recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11317254","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO GET IN CONTACT WITH BENSONS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM IN GREER SC SINCE THE SPRING OF 2019 ABOUT RECALLS ON MY JEEP. FINALLY, MY DAD DECIDED TO JUST CALL CHRYSLER AND THEY SENT US TO THE BIG O WHICH IS IN GREENVILLE SC","quote_2_odi":"11011131","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10983945","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION IN DECEMBER OF 2016 FOR A RECALL ON MY 2013 JEEP COMPASS INVOLVING SEAT BELTS AND AIRBAGS, YET THERE IS NO FIX TO THIS PROBLEM YET. AS THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN, THIS ISSUE SHOULD BE REMEDIED IMMEDIATELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2014-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11645849","quote_1_text":"Hello, My VIN is [XXX] and I have a 2014 Jeep Compass Latitude. I took my vehicle into the Jeep Dealership on Val Vista and Williamsfield Rd to have my airbag recall serviced","quote_2_odi":"11091044","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE FAILED TO YIELD. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP IN TIME AND CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER'S DOOR OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11019540","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP COMPASS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2014-engine-stall-throttle-body","label":"Engine stall and throttle body failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11717104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled, the steering wheel became inoperable, and the RPM went to zero","quote_2_odi":"11687598","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle decelerated and, while releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"11594483","quote_3_text":"I was slowing to make a left turn and the engine began to sound like it was accelerating. A lightning bolt light, skid warning light and check engine light all came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2014-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730850","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while entering the vehicle, the driver’s side headrest had deployed from the bottom of the headrest and was partially separated","quote_2_odi":"11533787","quote_2_text":"The headrest of my passenger seat deployed while I was driving on the highway. My twelve year old was sitting in the seat as it happened, and was hit in the head by the front of the headrest","quote_3_odi":"11245126","quote_3_text":"WHILE SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY, THE ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINT LAUNCHED WITHOUT PROVOCATION. CAR WAS NOT ON WHEN THE AHS BLEW, HITTING ME IN THE HEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2014-subframe-suspension","label":"Subframe and suspension corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11689109","quote_1_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that initially, while driving approximately 65 MPH, the rear-end of the vehicle was swaying. Upon inspection, there was severe rust on the rear suspension of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11485559","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Jeep Compass is making vibrating noises, swerving moments and cracking sounds. Brought it to my mechanic, he found that the REAR SUBFRAME is rotted out","quote_3_odi":"11013067","quote_3_text":"INFORMED BY DEALER THAT VEHICLE COULD NOT BE PROPERLY ALIGNED WITHOUT REPLACEMENT OF BOTH FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER CONTROL ARMS. VEHICLE HAS 58,334 MILES ON IT AND WAS SHOWING EXCESSIVE WEAR ON FRONT TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring rebuild","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11431364","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the warning message \"Automatic Transmission overheating \" appeared on the instrument panel and the vehicle began to stall","quote_2_odi":"11316155","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2014 JEEP COMPASS SPORT 2.0. I PURCHASES IT IN 2016 USED. I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AMONG HEAVY TRAFFIC AND MY VEHICLE JUST STOP IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11253631","quote_3_text":"2014 JEEP COMPASS SPORT WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION. TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT IN 2017, UNDER WARRANTY BY THE DEALER DUE TO MAKING A LOT OF NOISE WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2015-airbag-crash-nondeploy","label":"Airbags and seat belts failing to activate in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11365335","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED USED FROM CARMAX IN APRIL 2018 *(NEVER ALERTED TO ANY RECALLS. ) 10/09/2020 CAR DRIVING ON EXPRESSWAY / CAR WAS ROLLED IN ACCIDENT / TOTALED/ NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11099044","quote_2_text":"VEHCILE WAS INVOLVED A A 50 MPH FRONT END COLLISION WITH A GUARD RAIL ON A STATE HIGHWAY. THE VEHICLE SUFFERED EXTENSIVE FRONT END DAMAGE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK UP","quote_3_odi":"10723464","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A NECK INJURY THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated intermittently","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11651760","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11328381","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I START MY 2015 JEEP COMPASS,R STATIONARY AND RUNNING, I SEE A WARNING LIGHT APPEAR REGARDING MY AIR BAG, INDICATING THE AIRBAG SYSTEM HAS FAILED. POSSIBLY A SIMPLE RESET, HOWEVER, JEEP HAS HAD OTHER YEAR JEEPS RECALLED REGARDING FAULTY AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"10706112","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED THE JEEP COMPASS ON 11/15/14. WITHIN THE FIRST WEEK OF OWNERSHIP, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. WE RETURNED IT TO THE DEALERSHIP A TOTAL OF 5 TIMES BETWEEN 11/15/14 AND 12/12/14. ON 12/12, THEY REPLACED THE AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2015-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11718611","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that a pedestrian assisted with jumpstarting the vehicle, and the vehicle moved several feet but stalled again","quote_2_odi":"11399234","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STARTED STALL WITHOUT WARNING WHEN DRIVING. NO ERROR CODE IS RECORDED IN CAR. NO CHECK ENGINE OR OTHER LIGHTS APPEAR ON THE DASH. THERE ARE MANY BLOGS ON THE INTERNET ABOUT THIS PROBLEM AND WHEN I CONTACTED FIAT (JEEP) THEY HAD NO SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"11164169","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE 75 ON CHRISTMAS EVE WITH MY PARTNER AND OUR DOG WHEN MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY STALLED. LUCKILY, WE WERE ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BUT IT WAS TERRIFYING DUE TO THE ABRUPTNESS OF THE STALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11678033","quote_1_text":"Passenger headrest exploded while parked - thankfully it happened overnight while no one was in the seat. I checked online and there’s tons of reports of this exact issue with no way to repair it or recall it","quote_2_odi":"11663809","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while reversing, the front driver’s side headrest unexpectedly deployed. The contact stated that there was no impact to cause the headrest to deploy, creating a safety hazard for the driver","quote_3_odi":"11424734","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 35 mph, he heard an abnormal sound and saw the front passenger’s headrest had partially deployed. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2015-throttle-control-failure","label":"Electronic throttle control failure limiting acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11486029","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 35 MPH, the throttle body warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the warning light went away and then illuminated again while pressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11091694","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL THE THROTTLE CONTROL INDICATOR CAME ON AND THEN I STARTED HAVING ISSUES WITH BEING ABLE TO ACCELERATE. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE THROTTLE INDICATOR LIGHT WENT OFF AND COME BACK ON RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"11156713","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD MY 2015 JEEP COMPASS FOR 2 YEAR AND 8 MONTHS. I BOUGHT IT USED. SINCE THE MOMENT I BOUGHT IT, I HAVE HAD ACCELERATION ISSUES. MY CAR WON'T SHIFT INTO GEAR IMMEDIATELY WHEN I MAKE TURNS. JUST RECENTLY THE THROTTLE CONTROL LIGHT STARTED BLINKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2016-crankshaft-camshaft-sensor-stall","label":"Crankshaft/camshaft position sensor stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751942","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing this vehicle in 2022 the crankshaft position sensor has been replaced 4 times (twice by the dealer in 2022, once in 2023 and once in 2024) and now it is dying while driving once again with the check engine light indicating that it is once again the crankshaft…","quote_2_odi":"11241379","quote_2_text":"ABOUT 3 WEEKS AGO MY CAR STARTED STALLING OUT ON ME OUT OF NOWHERE, I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC SO THEY COULD TRY TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM, THEY THOUGHT IT WAS THE BATTERY SO I BOUGHT A NEW ONE( $183). 2 DAYS LATER THE CAR STARTED STALLING OUT ON ME AGAIN WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2016-headrest-spontaneous-deployment","label":"Headrest spontaneous deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11427567","quote_1_text":"While backing out of driveway the driver side active head restraint spontaneously deployed hitting my teenager driver in the back of the head.","quote_2_odi":"11430938","quote_2_text":"Headrest on passenger side popped without any collision or impact. It just popped. It was very scary. I’m thankful it didn’t cause any injury to anyone. The noise was very loud and happened without warning.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2016-seat-belt-latch-disengagement","label":"Seat belt latch disengagement while driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11637955","quote_1_text":"Seat belt will randomly disengage and not remain clicked into the lock on the both front seats but is more common with the drivers side. Will need to click it in and out of the lock until it finally re-engages the lock.","quote_2_odi":"11341357","quote_2_text":"THE SEAT BELT LATCH WILL NOT ENGAGE TO PROPERLY RESTRAIN. IT COMES UNDONE WITH VERY LITTLE FORCE OR PULLING.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2016-throttle-body-etc-failure","label":"Electronic throttle control / throttle body failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11499466","quote_1_text":"I drive a 2016 jeep compass and I was heading into work at 5AM when my electronic throttle control light, check engine light and traction control light all came on. I lost the ability to accelerate so I pulled off on the side of the road and turned off my car. When I turned it…","quote_2_odi":"11461359","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the electronic throttle control light suddenly flashed and the car refused to accelerate. This happened multiple times while driving so I took it to the dealership and they say the throttle body needs to be replaced for $993. Many reviews online…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Power train transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11390912","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 JEEP COMPASSES TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED AT 96000 MILES. IT HAS THE 2.0L I4 WITH THE CVT, ITS FWD. I WAS TRAVELING AT 35MPH WHEN IT FAILED.","quote_2_odi":"11271335","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A 2016 JEEP COMPASS BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP. AFTER ONLY THREE YEARS (72,500 MILES), THE TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY. THE JEEP, WHICH IS A MANUAL 5 SPEED TRANSMISSION, WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEARS. IT MADE HORRENDOUS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Airbag failure to deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11490254","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not go off in accident","quote_2_odi":"11405115","quote_2_text":"I RAN A STOPLIGHT AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE GOING 25-35 MPH. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE POINT OF IMPACT WAS DRIVERS SIDE FRONT","quote_3_odi":"11300488","quote_3_text":"I TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 55MPH WHEN A DEER JUMPED ONTO THE ROAD. I HIT THE DEER SMASHING THE FRONT END OF MY 2107 JEEP COMPASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-autostop-stall","label":"Engine stall and shutdown tied to auto stop-start system","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11631692","quote_1_text":"Auto Start Stop feature stop working and caused my car to stall. I had to set my car to stop, take my foot of the break. Re started my car, all while traffic was going, in danger of getting rear ended","quote_2_odi":"11566123","quote_2_text":"Auto stop/start will malfunction and show a message saying to cut the car off and start it again. This poses a huge safety issue as it can cause an accident from not starting up and shutting off when it stops","quote_3_odi":"11253310","quote_3_text":"2017 JEEP COMPASS LIMITED HAS EXPERIENCED 5 EPISODES OF STALLING AFTER COMING TO A STOP. VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH THE AUTO STOP/START FEATURE AND EACH TIME THE AUTO STOP/START TURNS BACK ON, JUST AS THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE STALLS OUT AND SHUTS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-headrest-deploy","label":"Active headrest inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677084","quote_1_text":"My front passenger active headrest deployed while parked","quote_2_odi":"11573513","quote_2_text":"Driver side headrest has deployed, and there was no warning or notification prior to this happening","quote_3_odi":"11327603","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY PASSENGER SIDE HEADREST POPPED OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Excessive oil consumption causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11289341","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS AT ANY SPEED DUE TO LOW OIL. 2.4 ENGINE HAS EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION TO THE DEGREE OF SHUTTING DOWN IN BETWEEN 5000 MILE OIL CHANGES","quote_2_odi":"11301719","quote_2_text":"ENGINE HAS EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION WHICH CAUSES THE VEHICLE TO JUST STALL OUT. RECOMMENDED 5000 OIL CHANGES BUT DEALERS WILL SAY 3000 AND TO CHECK OIL EVERY 2 DAYS BECAUSE IT MAY NEED 4-5 QTS BETWEEN OIL CHANGES","quote_3_odi":"11124329","quote_3_text":"ENGINE OIL AND STALLING. I WENT FOR MY 2ND OIL CHANGE 8/27/2018. THE SERVICE TECH AND A MECHANIC LISTENED WHEN I SAID THE OIL WAS BASICALLY GONE AND MY HUSBAND HAD TO ADD 2 QUARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-suspension-failure","label":"Front suspension and steering component failure","component_code":"STEERING, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11132442","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"11359915","quote_2_text":"MY 2017 JEEP COMPASS HAS BEEN HAVING DIFFICULTY WITH STEERING/PULLING. THE LEFT LOWER CONTROL ARM AND BALL JOINT WERE FOUND TO BE EXCESSIVELY LOOSE/WORN AT 43,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11376499","quote_3_text":"ON 11/23/20 I WAS AT QUIRK CHRYSLER JEEP DEALER GETTING AN OIL CHANGE AND I WAS INFORMED THAT BOTH FRONT LOWER CONTROL ARMS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED THE VEHICLE HAS ONLY 33,906 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-uconnect-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination with ghost touches","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739861","quote_1_text":"When driving the 2017 Jeep Compass, a bubble which has formed on the touchscreen causes it to randomly change different settings (such as turning on the heated seats/steering wheel, turning on the AC or heat, etc.)","quote_2_odi":"11619266","quote_2_text":"Uconnect radio screen has severe delamination. This caused ghost presses on the screen. The ghost presses continuously make random phone calls including calls to emergency services","quote_3_odi":"11479301","quote_3_text":"Touch screen on radio/dash is delaminating causing ghost touches. The delamination has caused issues with AC/heating since it glitches and presses what it wants","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2017-wiring-fire","label":"Electrical wiring fire and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":228,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11298278","quote_1_text":"SHORT VERSION: I USED THE REMOTE STARTER ON MY COMPASS. AS I WAS DRIVING, I NOTICED A SMALL RED LIGHT BETWEEN MY WINDSHIELD AND DASHBOARD. THE RED LIGHT TURNED INTO A VERY SMALL BRIGHT ORANGE FLAME","quote_2_odi":"11173579","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JEEP COMPASS. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE REAR DOORS OPENED AND A BURNING ODOR EMITTED FROM THE VENTS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11643897","quote_3_text":"Wiring compartment under the front wheel well is completely eroded away which caused my vehicle to completely stop driving and turning on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-coolant-overheat-shutoff","label":"High coolant temperature warning and engine shutoff","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11700410","quote_1_text":"Randomly high temperature warning light comes on dash which causes car to immediately shut off. After a complete stop you are able to restart car. All obvious cooling components fine. This happens often and random putting occupants in serious danger of collision. Has happened on…","quote_2_odi":"11559771","quote_2_text":"While I’m at a stop sign or light, and I let my foot off the break, the high coolant temp light comes on and the car stalls. This has happened at least 30 times over the last 3 years. Today I was almost killed in an accident crossing a busy intersection because I stalled in the…","quote_3_odi":"11567977","quote_3_text":"My car has \"overheated\" over 20 times since I purchased this vehicle in November 2022. The \"High Coolant Temperature\" warning comes on, the temperature gage goes all the way up, the check engine light comes on along with the \"lighting bolt\" red symbol. This causes my vehicle to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-front-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front control arm and sway bar link noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11624782","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at various speeds over a bumpy road surface and over a pothole, the vehicle shuddered and made an abnormal clunking and rattling sound. The contact stated that the failure progressively worsened while…","quote_2_odi":"11624377","quote_2_text":"I took my vehicle to a dealership for diagnostic and was told the lower control arm in front is making noise. They want over $700 for labor alone. I looked up the issue online and saw a recall but my vin isn't on the list so they won't fix it. Please add my vin because the issue…","quote_3_odi":"11665665","quote_3_text":"Vehicle started rattling going over bumps.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11627948","quote_1_text":"The uconnect radio/screen has been malfunctioning for 4+ months. It began with small streaks throughout the screen and glitchy radio play. It elevated to half the screen being black and the other half being streaky. Now it is fully black and will not come in. I have viewed…","quote_2_odi":"11689401","quote_2_text":"The infotainment screen is delaminating, which seems to be an extremely common issue in this model year along with other models and years that use the same screen. The delaminating causes numerous issues including poor visibility and ghost touches on the screen which can easily…","quote_3_odi":"11581927","quote_3_text":"Connect screen delamination. Screen is hitting all kinds of things on its own, calling 911 while I'm driving causing me to have to take my eyes off the road to frantically hang up the calls every few seconds.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-intermittent-headlights","label":"Intermittent headlight operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11589285","quote_1_text":"We realized a headlight malfunction where the headlights randomly and intermittently turn off. Sometimes they both work, sometimes one or the other works. A year ago, we seemed to notice a headlight go out, then they both worked. It happened again, so we replaced the bulb. Just…","quote_2_odi":"11635418","quote_2_text":"A cable going to the driver's side headlamp assembly was intermittently shorting and causing the headlight to turn off while driving. The cable and entire headlamp assembly had to be replaced to fix the issue. There are other reports of this issue on [XXX] . INFORMATION REDACTED…","quote_3_odi":"11552581","quote_3_text":"HID headlights only work intermittently. no headlights randomly while driving is extremely dangerous. two dealers have reviewed vehicle and have no fix. issue is constant and one light is off 95% of the time, sometimes driver side, sometimes passenger side, sometimes no lights…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Engine oil consumption and low-oil stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11644786","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that engine oil needed to be added every 2 months. The contact stated that the message for low oil pressure was displayed. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle abruptly stalled without…","quote_2_odi":"11631766","quote_2_text":"My car is constantly burning about 4 quarts of oil in 2 months. It stalled on me 2 months ago, 2 months after an oil change because there was no oil in my car and I do not have a leak. it is a safety issue if my motor blows up or my car just stalls on me in the middle of the…","quote_3_odi":"11587172","quote_3_text":"Since the purchase of the car (2017), the vehicle has had the issue of excessive oil consumption causing the vehicle to burn up oil at higher unknown fluctuating rates. The vehicle doesn’t have an oil life indicator to begin with, and the only thing that indicates you have no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-stall-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Engine shutdown and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11705937","quote_1_text":"Warning lamp:\"stop safely. vehicle will shut off soon\" the car will shut off while driving. The warning is not sufficient enough to ignore that fairly new cars are shutting down on the road for no reason. There are numerous complaints about this same issue and I am wondering…","quote_2_odi":"11633561","quote_2_text":"I own a 2018 Jeep Compass. My car has been stalling and going dead when stopping at stop signs/lights, when slowing to turn, and when entering on-ramps to a highway. Other issues that have occurred simultaneously (but not necessarily all at once) include, start/stop not working…","quote_3_odi":"11564683","quote_3_text":"Jeep Compass shut off without warning at highway speeds, in the middle of highway route 1 while I was going 50 miles per hour. State police had to stay while I got car towed out of road hazards way. When this has happened, the vehicle was no longer able to accelerate, and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-startstop-restart-failure","label":"Start/stop restart failure with parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11709033","quote_1_text":"When coming to a stop at a stop light or stop sign sometimes the car will stall and the automatic stop/start will turn off and put the cars emergency brake on. This is typically in the middle of traffic. I put the car in park and the car won't turn off. I have to take my foot…","quote_2_odi":"11621114","quote_2_text":"My start-stop system engaged while I was in a turning lane at a traffic light and turned my engine off. When the light turned green, I lifted my foot off the brake and the vehicle attempted to restart but stalled. My emergency parking break engaged and multiple service lights…","quote_3_odi":"11601154","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -the emergency brake will automatically turn on when my car stops due to the automatic stop start. Then it will not start again and it won’t let me turn the brake off. I have been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2018-transmission-jerk-hardshift","label":"Transmission jerking and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 923 total)","source_complaint_count":923,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11726255","quote_1_text":"failing component: Transmission / Powertrain. The transmission is jerking aggressively when shifting into gear. yes, the vehicle is available for inspection. I currently have the vehicle in my possession. How was safety put at risk? The vehicle jerked violently into gear while…","quote_2_odi":"11689742","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that intermittently, while driving 60 MPH on the highway uphill, the vehicle suddenly lunged forward and backward. The vehicle failed to respond when the accelerator pedal was depressed or released. The contact stated that…","quote_3_odi":"11579569","quote_3_text":"When I drive the car jerks and often speeds up or slows down on its own, it hesitates and sometimes I am afraid some one will hit me from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753535","quote_1_text":"I was rear ended at a high rate of speed airbags didn’t deploy","quote_2_odi":"11657464","quote_2_text":"I pulled into a parking space, shifted the Jeep from drive to park and the drivers side curtain airbag deployed. The Jeep was parked and not moving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11725504","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while reversing from the driveway, the back-up camera failed to operate normally. The Uconnect system became disabled, which caused other navigational functions to fail to operate as needed. No warning light was…","quote_2_odi":"11553267","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera displayed a blank or distorted image on the infotainment screen. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that there were no recalls on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-coolant-warning-shutdown","label":"Shutdown after high coolant temperature warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11529193","quote_1_text":"High Coolant temperature warning came up on dashboard and engine shut off while I was driving my vehicle through an intersection. Car had plenty of coolant and other fluids, car was not overheating. About 5 minutes later the car turned back on.","quote_2_odi":"11647232","quote_2_text":"The car flashed an error code \"Coolant temp too high\" and the engine shut down while I was entering the parking lot of my son’s school. The car froze up, but then turned itself back on. The coolant temperature was normal. I’ve been terrified to drive ever since.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and internal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11534984","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not drivable. The contact towed the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with oil consumption failure and that the engine needed to be replaced. The…","quote_2_odi":"11574234","quote_2_text":"This 2019 Jeep Compass, has mixed the coolant and oil causing a blown head gasket, according to the dealership, it needs a new engine, and something that is too common on the Jeep Compass, as mine is shy over 8k it is not covered under warranty. No warning lights came on, no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-start-stop-failure","label":"Auto stop/start failure to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746549","quote_1_text":"The auto start/stop feature will fail at random when I come to a stop. My vehicle will shut off and the parking brake will turn on, leading to delays in traffic and unsafe traffic situations. I have had my battery replaced, so this has occured with new batteries and nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11627175","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while idling at a red traffic light, the Auto START/STOP system engaged, causing the parking brake to erroneously engage. The contact released the brake pedal, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-steering-suspension-wear","label":"Steering and suspension component wear","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11621454","quote_1_text":"The steering gear has failed and is making a popping noise every time you steer to the left or right. The steering gear has been recalled for certain models but not all, my car has the exact same issue but its not listed on the recall. This problem could lead to loss of steering…","quote_2_odi":"11580066","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at various speeds and turning, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the front driver's side and passenger's side…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2019-touchscreen-glitch","label":"Uconnect touchscreen glitching and phantom input","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696094","quote_1_text":"Touch Screen radio is selecting items on its own including altering vehicle settings and making phone calls.","quote_2_odi":"11530289","quote_2_text":"The uconnect touch screen is ghost touching and glitching out causing it to mess with my cars functions and distracting me while driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-coolant-temp-shutdown","label":"Coolant temperature warning with sudden engine shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11742922","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Jeep Compass experiences sudden, unexpected engine shut-offs while driving. The engine loses power and stalls without warning, and shortly afterward the dashboard displays a 'Coolant Temperature Too High' warning","quote_2_odi":"11609542","quote_2_text":"I was driving home and got an error message that the coolant temperature was too high, even though the gauge showed it to be right in the middle at the normal level. The car then locked up and I was unable to turn the steering wheel for a terrifying few seconds","quote_3_odi":"11566630","quote_3_text":"My 2020 compass keeps shutting off on its own. I will be driving and next thing you know it will start saying \"key has left vehicle \" or a different message saying a long the lines of its over heating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-engine-transmission-failure","label":"MultiAir actuator and transmission cooling failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11746120","quote_1_text":"The transmission cooling system failed causing immediate failure of the transmission. The vehicle has less than 60k miles and is still covered by the manufacturer powertrain warranty","quote_2_odi":"11730900","quote_2_text":"At approximately 35,900 miles, vehicle failed a block test indicating combustion gases in the cooling system. Cylinder head gasket was replaced, cylinder head was machined, and exhaust valves were replaced at an independent shop at a cost of over 5,000","quote_3_odi":"11595828","quote_3_text":"The driveshaft failed at only 32,000 miles and the engine is failing. The dealership confirmed this is happening for other vehicles of my make and model","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment touchscreen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11714920","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the infotainment screen began to display a pixilated and distorted image. Due to the failure, the rear-view camera failed to operate while in reverse(R)","quote_2_odi":"11555725","quote_2_text":"The UConnect screen is not functioning correctly. It started as discoloration on the left 1/3 of the screen, impacting all screens including backup camera. Now 2/3 of the screen is impacted, sometimes going entirely black, sometimes moving lines, sometimes just distorted","quote_3_odi":"11645432","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the navigational screen was black. The contact stated the navigational screen failed to turn on as needed. No warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11752965","quote_1_text":"Within the first month of ownership I began hearing a noise from the right front of the vehicle consistent with a brake or suspension issue. I reported this to the selling dealer repeatedly during that first month; it was not resolved","quote_2_odi":"11739927","quote_2_text":"While turning out of a parking lot, onto a side street, a suspension component failed without warning, causing the front axle to pull out of the transmission","quote_3_odi":"11570620","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while reversing out of the driveway, the steering wheel was turned to the left, and the sway bar link detached from the front driver’s side of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-stop-start-failure","label":"Auto Stop/Start system failure to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11640325","quote_1_text":"Two recurring issues that happen at the same time. The auto stop/start feature stops working. Error message \"Stop/Start Unavailable Service Stop/Start System\" is displayed. If this were to happen at a traffic light, the failure to restart the vehicle could cause accidents","quote_2_odi":"11491671","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and both batteries in vehicle were replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-tire-pressure-loss","label":"Tire pressure loss and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11419115","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway approximately 50-60 mph when the tire immediately deflated. I did not seem to hit any debris or hazard in the road","quote_2_odi":"11417877","quote_2_text":"The contact called on behalf of her daughter who owns a 2020 Jeep Compass equipped Continental Tires, Tire Line: Contipro Contact, Tire Size: 235/45/R19, DOT Number: A35LWBJD3419","quote_3_odi":"11418284","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass equipped with Continental tires, Tire Line: ProContact TX, Tire Size: 225/55/R18, DOT number: A35LWBJD4419","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2020-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11674486","quote_1_text":"The wipers have stopped working and I am unable to find a motor to replace it","quote_2_odi":"11420821","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while driving at 35 mph in the rain, when he attempted to use the windshield wipers but they failed to function","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-airbag-seatbelt-fail","label":"Air bag non-deployment and seat belt failure in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11727245","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bags warning light illuminated on the instrument panel with the message \"Air Bags Wiring Fault\" displayed","quote_2_odi":"11657384","quote_2_text":"The seat belts on both sides of the rear seats have frayed completely through the belt webbing at the same exact point. Where the belts connects to the retractor I believe is the name of it. Both belts are entirely separated at the point where they pass through the outer wall","quote_3_odi":"11536187","quote_3_text":"I got t-boned and my airbags didn’t deploy and I smashed my head on the window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-auto-stop-start-fail","label":"Automatic stop/start system fails to restart engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11592329","quote_1_text":"My Start/Stop feature will bug out and not Start up after releasing the brake at a red light. It has happened multiple times and will display a maintenance required symbol in my dashboard until I restart my vehicle. It happens infrequently","quote_2_odi":"11519150","quote_2_text":"The Jeep's engine decided to shut off at a red light. This jeep has the automatic shutoff for the engine when idling too long. I could not restart the engine. I blocked 2 lanes of traffic, and was unable to push the vehicle out of the way","quote_3_odi":"11620821","quote_3_text":"When ESS is Engaged, car does not want to start from stop/engine off after pulling from a stop. Car then turns off Lane Departure and Blind Spot Warning and ESS says needs service. Battery has been replaced 2x by Jeep","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-coolant-warning-stall","label":"False coolant-temperature warning triggers engine shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11714001","quote_1_text":"While driving, the 2021 Jeep Compass displays \"Coolant Temperature High: Shutting Down\" even though the car temperature gauge indicates normal engine temperature. Following the warning notification, the vehicle came to a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11628976","quote_2_text":"I been having a problem as I noticed it’s been seen multiple times with a jeep compass well mine is a 2021 jeep compass trail hawk. The car will shut off and say high coolant temp when that’s not the problem","quote_3_odi":"11545252","quote_3_text":"Error message on dash \"Coolant Temperature Too High\" and vehicle shuts down. This is happening multiple times. Sometimes it happens multiple times in a week and won't do it for a couple months and then it starts to happen again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-infotainment-camera-fail","label":"Touchscreen and backup camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11726595","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen in my 2021 Jeep Compass has developed a display failure where the screen is glitching and unusable. The issue persists after restarting the vehicle and appears to be a hardware malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11675050","quote_2_text":"After going on and off intermittently for the last year, the rear view camera system stopped working altogether!","quote_3_odi":"11695522","quote_3_text":"Back up camera goes blank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-steering-noise-pull","label":"Steering noise, pulling, and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11588162","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle not quite a year ago. After about 3 months while turning I noticed a knocking sound coming from the left front of the vehicle while turning. When I was able I took the vehicle back to dealer who stated it was the rack and pinion","quote_2_odi":"11442050","quote_2_text":"When driving this car, the steering wheel sometimes pulls strongly to the left or the right, making it more difficult to control the direction of the vehicle. This is particularly problematic when on a freeway with narrow lanes and lots of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11440929","quote_3_text":"A noise, coming front the front end of my 2021 Jeep Compass is generated while is driving at low velocity (15 mph or slower). The noise intensity increases when the jeep is driven for over an hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-transmission-jerk-limp","label":"Transmission bucking, jerking, and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11684207","quote_1_text":"Every single time I seen the climb McDonald pass in Helena, Montana the car freaks out says service transmission now no matter if I do it at 55 miles an hour or 75 miles an hour, which is about as fast as it’ll go up the pass, it goes in the limp mode, shuts off the fuel pump","quote_2_odi":"11638648","quote_2_text":"I have a 2021 Jeep Compass and have been experiencing transmission bucking ever since purchasing out my lease. It is a known issue to Chrysler but they refuse to issue a recall. I have gone to the dealer twice so far","quote_3_odi":"11465353","quote_3_text":"My 2021 jeep Compass transmission and front camera has been causing me problems. My car for months has been jumping out of gear and jerking forward. The jerk get to a point where it feels as if someone just hit me from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"jeep-compass-2021-wiring-melt-fire","label":"Electrical wiring and component melting with fire","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11725050","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed black smoke coming from the front passenger side headlight. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11664881","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that when the vehicle was parked at a store front in the evening, both headlights were operational. The contact returned and restarted the vehicle; however, the driver's side headlight was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11526378","quote_3_text":"Rear ended decelerating someone and the car went up in flames then blew up. We are not sure why this happened or what failed for this to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"ADAS forward collision and lane assist malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605608","quote_1_text":"Collision warning system has malfunctioned more than 3 times and has been brought into the dealer. My vehicle is equipped with collision warning and active braking","quote_2_odi":"11500733","quote_2_text":"The AEB and lane departure keeps turning off and saying needs service. As soon as you kill car and start it back up again it will allow you to turn the feature back on. It also turns off at times","quote_3_odi":"11624163","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that the automatic braking system failed to turn off. While driving 65 MPH on the highway, a plastic bag flew across the vehicle, and the vehicle abruptly stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650167","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated while the contact's daughter was driving, the vehicle was rear-ended from another vehicle causing the vehicle to go airborne, roll over, and came to stop. Both front tires were indented into 90 degrees","quote_2_odi":"11580156","quote_2_text":"I was in a serious accident, the 2022 jeep compass s totaled and the airbags never deployed. The two other cars airbags did deploy","quote_3_odi":"11532013","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle rear-ended her, causing her to crash into the vehicle in front of her; however, no air bags were deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Auto Stop/Start system stalling at a stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730448","quote_1_text":"The vehicle unexpectedly enters \"Limp Mode\" while driving at various speeds in active traffic. When this happens, the accelerator pedal becomes completely unresponsive, forcing the vehicle to a crawl or a dead stop regardless of the flow of traffic around it","quote_2_odi":"11616450","quote_2_text":"I was stopped at a traffic light on a busy street when the start-stop feature reactivated automatically. When the light turned green, my vehicle failed to restart, leaving me stuck in the middle of the road with a completely dead car","quote_3_odi":"11568042","quote_3_text":"As soon as I stopped, my car cut off. I put my car and park and push the ignition. I press the ignition again to cut it on everything came on but the car would not start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-ipc-brightness-stuck","label":"Instrument panel display stuck at wrong brightness level","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524452","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is experiencing the same issue for recall 15A, NHTSA Campaign Number 23V058000. The instrument panel no longer adjusts its lighting, and remains extremely dim at all times. This is especially detrimental during the hours of daylight","quote_2_odi":"11522532","quote_2_text":"I have had my Jeep for 13 months and suddenly the digital cluster display on the dashboard and the Uconnect tablet are so dim that during the day they are unable to be seen. I am unable to see my fuel gauge, or any vehicle warning icons that may appear","quote_3_odi":"11536364","quote_3_text":"The interior displays, instrument panel, and touch screen are stuck in bright day mode. The dimmer switch in the dash will not respond or change the brightness but still turns the overhead lights on and off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-steering-axle-clunk","label":"Steering column, rack, and axle failure with clunk noise","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679989","quote_1_text":"Since 20,000 miles I have had problems with my steering column. I first took it in back in August of 2023 due to a clunking noise coming from my steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11617358","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle on a town street, the front wheel/CV joint/axel component failed. As part of this failure, the CV joint/wheel completely separated from the axel making the car impossible to steer","quote_3_odi":"11564920","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while stopping at a drive-thru window, the steering wheel began spinning to the left and then to the right independently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2022-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":219,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751039","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stopped, and the transmission failed to shift gears in the middle of the road","quote_2_odi":"11626119","quote_2_text":"Major down shifting hesitation when slowing down and then trying to accelerate. Very noticeable and dangerous when slowing down and turning. The hesitation is also noticeable when starting to go up an incline and trying to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11554197","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is not smoothly moving from one gear to another. Upon slowing the vehicle to prepare for a stop and then before completing the stop, I speed up because I am able to go (ex. light was red and turns green) the vehicle \"jumps\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2023-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11559730","quote_1_text":"My 23 Jeep Compass engine light came on and it started running rough. Dealer says part of the exhaust valve came off and damaged the piston. Now it needs a new motor. I just purchased it in April 2023.","quote_2_odi":"11700597","quote_2_text":"While driving 65 miles an hour down the road my vehicle hit a hard stop( felt like I ran into a brick wall) . memo on my car popped up, saying service transmission. Being completely stopped and using the gas, it wraps up to four or five RPMs just to get me rolling.","quote_3_odi":"11538264","quote_3_text":"At 2900 miles, my check engine light came on while I was on vacation out of state. Within a couple of seconds, my car started to choke and jerk so bad that the passenger could feel it. It did this intermittently, to the point I knew it needed to be seen before driving 900 miles home.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2023-powertrain-hesitation-jerk","label":"Powertrain hesitation, jerking, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11597983","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle jerked. The contact heard a whining sound when the transmission shifted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer however, the failure could not be duplicated.","quote_2_odi":"11589025","quote_2_text":"The transmission has a scary delay on stop to go. About 3 months after purchase I noticed when at a stop or very slow speeds the car will hesitate when pressing on the gas petal. I have had some near accidents due to this. The best way I can describe this is a loss of power.","quote_3_odi":"11540709","quote_3_text":"The vehicle pops and spudders when cranked. While driving it looses power and will not go, causing me to almost get hit numerous times. When shifting into gear it jerks really hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2023-steering-rack-clunk","label":"Steering rack noise and power steering fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740475","quote_1_text":"Steering rack needs to be replaced per dealership. Reported loud clunking noise when turning. Not covered under warranty. Was told it was regular car maintenance. 49k miles with bumper to bumper expired a month before complaint.","quote_2_odi":"11614424","quote_2_text":"Had to have rack and pinion replaced. Started leaks power steering fluid. Pretty sure cv joints are bad also, i have a clicking sound when I turn the wheels.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment failure in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11633356","quote_1_text":"During a violent impact to the right front section of the vehicle, the air bags failed to deploy.","quote_2_odi":"11714346","quote_2_text":"I was in an accident that I hit a guardrail once going 70 mph and then bounced off and hit the guardrail and none of my air bags deployed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2024-electrical-multi-warning","label":"Electrical system multiple dash warning messages","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11699772","quote_1_text":"Fog lights go off and on by themselves at times. Forward collision warning continues to trigger and have to be reset. Automatic braking has engaged several times without reason.","quote_2_odi":"11715863","quote_2_text":"1.) I own 2024 Jeep Compass Latitude 4x4. Several occasions where rodents have climbed into engine eating away at all the wire components. First time totaling about $4000. No other closely parked cars have been affected since we live in apartment complex.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2024-phantom-braking-aeb","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11737491","quote_1_text":"While on the open road, no vehicles or obstructions ahead or behind, the jeep suddenly and momentarily jolted. Causing a similar reaction to what it feels like to have a minor collision, a sudden application of brakes, or perhaps a similar feeling hitting something small at highway speeds.","quote_2_odi":"11728373","quote_2_text":"Vehicle traveling at highway speeds 70 mph, will suddenly slam on brakes. While there is nothing in front of the vehicle and or sensor. weather type was clear not a sight of rain or snow.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2024-powertrain-hesitation","label":"Power train hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11726728","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and restarted the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2024-throttle-control-lurch","label":"Service throttle control warning and lurching","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11703536","quote_1_text":"Upon engine start up at the home of my S/O, [XX], the warning \"Service Automatic Throttle Control\" appeared on the dashboard. Placing the vehicle into gear first in reverse, then in drive resulted in sudden acceleration and erratic lurching. I had no brakes whatsoever.","quote_2_odi":"11618233","quote_2_text":"On Thursday October 3rd I was driving in stop and go city traffic. After accelerating to leave from a light my jeep died in the middle of the intersection. Total loss of power and slammed to a stop almost causing the person behind me to hit me.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2025-adas-safety-shutdown","label":"ADAS safety features disabling with warning alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696885","quote_1_text":"I purchased a brand new 2025 Jeep Compass Latitude, and shortly after, I started getting repeated error messages for several safety features, lane departure unavailable, blind spot monitoring unavailable, auto high beam unavailable, and automatic emergency braking unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11708377","quote_2_text":"3 times the Emergency Braking has shut off during braking. The Emergency braking system goes offline and displays a “Needs Service Indicator” It has been to the dealer for repair 3 times","quote_3_odi":"11703868","quote_3_text":"On 6 occasions in varying driving conditions “Service AEB System Immediately” message and warning lights has appeared on instrument cluster. When this occurs all safety features are also disengaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2025-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment failure or unintended detachment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724770","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH on the expressway, the traffic came to a stop due to a stalled vehicle in the fast lane","quote_2_odi":"11667273","quote_2_text":"The airbag deployed and became detached from the vehicle, hitting my lower legs causing a severe wound in my left lower leg. I was in the hospital for five days and had plastic surgery to repair a deep wound","quote_3_odi":"11664568","quote_3_text":"Traveling [XXX] on [XXX] from flagstaff to phoenix in the far left lane going 80 miles, when a deer ran through the interstate and collided with the vehicle. After impact with animal, pulled off to the emergency lane. No airbags were deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Compass","model_slug":"compass","cluster_id":"compass-2025-electrical-power-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power and motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628940","quote_1_text":"My [XXX] mother (JEEP enthusiast) bought a 2025 JEEP Compass. One week after she bought it the RPM light started flashing. The dealer stated the main computer (electrical system) completely failed","quote_2_odi":"11689436","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power","quote_3_odi":"11680434","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Compass. The contact stated that while his son was driving 65 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/compass","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2020-death-wobble-steering","label":"Steering death wobble","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 475 total)","source_complaint_count":475,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11705455","quote_1_text":"Death Wobble at highway speeds between 72-75. Shaking hard at these speeds.","quote_2_odi":"11670436","quote_2_text":"Driving at 40-65mph vehicle begins to shake violently, known as the death wobble. Extremely unsafe to be on the road. Transmission gets stuck in 3rd gear, hard shifts and does not respond when shifting to reverse. Mileage is 69110 but has been an issue since about 27000.…","quote_3_odi":"11672095","quote_3_text":"this 2020 Jeep Gladiator has repeatedly experienced the infamous Jeep Gladiator \"Death Wobble\" related to front steering component defects/failures/poor design. It creates a very hazardous driving condition. The local dealer, Hilltop Jeep in Richmond, and Stellantis declined to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2020-engine-failure","label":"Engine tick, misfire and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 475 total)","source_complaint_count":475,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11693727","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a 3.6 pentastar engine. Around 60000 miles the engine developed a noticeable tick. Now the engine has multiple cylinder misfires, is leaking oil all over the engine compartment and causing issues with other electronic components (wheel speed sensors, power…","quote_2_odi":"11735748","quote_2_text":"At 90k miles head gasket failed letting coolant in engine cylinders which was diagnosed and repaired by a Jeep dealer. At 130k miles engine light back on with dealer suggesting it is rocker arm/lifter failure with cylinders misfiring. At initial purchase of vehicle touchscreen…","quote_3_odi":"11740885","quote_3_text":"On May 27, 2026 at approximately 11:00 PM, my 2020 Jeep Gladiator Overland (VIN: [XXX] ) suffered catastrophic engine failure during normal operation at 78,190 miles. The alternator seized, causing the harmonic balancer (crankshaft damper) to fracture. The broken balancer fell…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2020-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Center infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 475 total)","source_complaint_count":475,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11722034","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment screen failed to function as intended. The screen turned black and remained black. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11646933","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while driving on two occasions at various speeds, the infotainment screen was flashing different colors before the screen went black. The contact stated that on both failures the screen illuminated after restarting…","quote_3_odi":"11607872","quote_3_text":"The back up camera freezes and the radio freezes. It won't turn off until you turn the jeep off and start it up again. The camera will stay frozen with a blue screen I have tons of documented videos but unfortunately this program won't allow uploads of videos.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2020-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument panel cluster going blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":119,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 475 total)","source_complaint_count":475,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11668185","quote_1_text":"My instrument center cluster display went totally dark while I was driving . It scared me because I had no readouts of the gauges. I could have very easily had an accident.","quote_2_odi":"11695107","quote_2_text":"Gauge Cluster Went Completly Black While Driving!!! Cant Tell Speed Or Warning Lights.","quote_3_odi":"11734669","quote_3_text":"Instrument cluster completely quit working. We cannot see speed, if we have gas, tire pressure, mileage, oil temp, nothing. The whole thing is blacked out. No warning, dealer confirmed problem. This is a massive safety problem as we have no access to any information.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and transmission failure with limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11596817","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure 850RE. 86000 miles. Known problem with this transmission. Left wife and children stranded in a very dangerous location on highway. Could not move vehicle off roadway","quote_2_odi":"11682645","quote_2_text":"Gladiator on 3rd transmission and likely to need a 4th now at 26,000 miles. Each one failed the same way","quote_3_odi":"11602818","quote_3_text":"My 2021 Jeep Gladiator received the 19A Clutch Recall in late June 2024. The recall was issued due to clutch pressure plates disintegrating, blowing a hole in the transmission housing, and causing vehicle fires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble front-end shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753502","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing the \"Jeep Death Wobble\" which occurs intermittently after hitting any road imperfections i.e. uneven road surface connections, potholes, or rumble strips, causing a violent and sudden shaking of the steering wheel at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11639329","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has a death wobble above 50 mph when hitting a slight bump in the road causing loss of control. It has been repaired multiple times with no resolution","quote_3_odi":"11492686","quote_3_text":"“Death Wobble” at Highway Speeds > 45 MPH. The steering wheel begins to “Wobble” after hitting a pot hole or uneven surface such as a bridge joint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-fuel-pump-recall-stall","label":"Fuel pump recall delay with stalling and limp mode","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748534","quote_1_text":"Driving home on the highway the Jeep went into limp mode and shut down. The Fault flashed on the screen for about 15 seconds (Throttle Body Falut) Problem is there is no warning when it happens. It just shuts down","quote_2_odi":"11567731","quote_2_text":"Jeep stoped running Towed to dealership Diagnostic shows recall fuel pump failure","quote_3_odi":"11551326","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V767000 (Fuel System, Gasoline, Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700489","quote_1_text":"Approximately two months ago while driving about 65 mph on the interstate the power steering failed, and reverted to manual steering","quote_2_odi":"11712024","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway on 1/19/2026, the electric power steering system abruptly stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11644243","quote_3_text":"I noticed the power steering quit functioning and had to muscle the steering to keep from going off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-power-steering-fire-recall","label":"Power steering wiring fire recall parts delay","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716027","quote_1_text":"My name is [XXX] , and I am writing to formally submit a complaint regarding the loss of my vehicle due to engine fire. The vehicle was a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, VIN [XXX] , with approximately 26,666 miles at the time of loss","quote_2_odi":"11751758","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11744578","quote_3_text":"I purchased this vehicle on May 25th. On june 4th it was parked out side my front porch and my house along with the jeep burned completely down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-rear-axle-seal-leak","label":"Rear axle seal fluid leak recall 26A","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11619871","quote_1_text":"2021 Jeep Gladiator at 43K miles brought in for oil change. Lube tech noticed that the right rear axle seal was leaking fluid with fluid sprayed over the inner wheel and nearby assembly","quote_2_odi":"11544628","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under Manufacturer Recall Number: 26A for the right rear axle shaft; and the dealer determined that the left rear axle shaft was leaking","quote_3_odi":"11472955","quote_3_text":"While at the dealer for a routine oil change, the tech observed fluid on inside of the passenger rear wheel, brake, and rotor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2021-third-brake-light-failure","label":"Third brake light (CHMSL) failure without dash warning","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":288,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589453","quote_1_text":"The LED center high-mounted stop lamp, more commonly called the 3rd brake light, failed","quote_2_odi":"11633864","quote_2_text":"The third brake light on the Gladiator is a known issue. When it goes out, there is no warning on the dash or error code","quote_3_odi":"11694453","quote_3_text":"The third brake light, located on the tailgate of the 2021 Jeep Gladiator, has ceased to function due to a failure within the printed circuit board (PCB) inside the light housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2022-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716570","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds, my daughter experienced, without any prior symptom, a violent shaking of the vehicle in general, accompanied by violent shaking of the steering wheel, making the vehicle difficult to control. We have since discovered it is a known issue…","quote_2_odi":"11528790","quote_2_text":"when driving at a high rate of speed typically 70-75 mph on an interstate, the entire vehicle will randomly start violently shaking this is typically triggered when the vehicle hits a bump or a overpass transition on the road.  You have to hit the brakes and slow down to at…","quote_3_odi":"11514592","quote_3_text":"While driving early march vehicles front wheels started shaking uncontrollable with the only way to stop it was slowing down to 45 mph in the middle of the freeway. Vehicle was taken to the dealership for what they called the Death Wobble, the part they said was needed was on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2022-ehpsp-fire-recall","label":"Electric hydraulic power steering pump fire and recall remedy","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750338","quote_1_text":"Driving on road, check engine light and traction control light appeared, smelled metallic-type odor, pulled over, before I could put it in park smoke started pouring from under the hood on passenger side. Unable to extinguish due to ball of flames hitting me as I opened hood.…","quote_2_odi":"11751231","quote_2_text":"On July 17, 2026, the vehicle referenced above was presented to Lake Norman Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram for the express purpose of executing the mandatory remedy under NHTSA Campaign 26V363 (Mopar 21D). This recall governs an electrical defect within the Electric Hydraulic Power…","quote_3_odi":"11573476","quote_3_text":"Without warning the power steering went out. Within 20 seconds a steering wheel light appeared on the dash. Within approximately 20 more seconds, I was able to pull over into a plowed turnout. As soon as we stopped the vehicle we noticed a fire in the engine compartment. We were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2022-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent loss of power steering at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721397","quote_1_text":"I suddenly lost my power steering capability. I no longer had power steering throughout my entire drive at Highway speed however once I encountered traffic on the highway and I slowed down to approximate 20-30 mph suddenly my power steering returned.  This was extremely…","quote_2_odi":"11720087","quote_2_text":"Power steering failed without warning whilst driving at highway speed on i26, no warnings nor warning lights  displayed. Vehicle remained operable, whilst difficult to steer I continued to next exit. As I slowed to a stop the power steering suddenly functioned again.  This could…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2022-underhood-fire-parked","label":"Underhood fire while parked or shortly after driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681138","quote_1_text":"After returning from errand about a 20 minute drive, the vehicle was parked and turned off. A short time later we saw smoke coming from the hood and realized the vehicle was on fire. The fire was on the passenger side towards the front of the engine compartment. Looks like an…","quote_2_odi":"11567979","quote_2_text":"Our 2022 Gladiator has 1,758 miles on it and no modifications. It was last driven about two weeks ago. It burned to the ground [XXX] while parked next to our house. The fire started in the engine compartment. There were no warnings of symptoms and our jeep app showed everything…","quote_3_odi":"11617119","quote_3_text":"our 2022 jeep gladiator rubicon with only 18,000 miles spontaneously combusted in our driveway after being parked there for just under 24 hours. While working in the yard, my husband noticed thick black smoke coming from the engine. The smoke quickly turned into flames then…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-death-wobble","label":"Front-end violent shudder at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735257","quote_1_text":"Jeep Death Wobble. Going 60, hit a bump and then the entire front end of Jeep started jumping back and forth so badly, I thought the Jeep was coming completely apart and I was going to crash","quote_2_odi":"11622841","quote_2_text":"At 8100 miles whenever driving on interstate and hit an uneven patch of road, such as a bridge entry, exit, the wheels start vibrating heavily and requires decreasing speed to get under control","quote_3_odi":"11610516","quote_3_text":"Several times while driving on the interstate highway, my gladiator starts shaking violently!  It is just at normal highway speeds.  It is not like going too fast or anything.  It seems like if it hits some rough spot in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11574696","quote_1_text":"This Gladiator had at the time less than 5k miles on it. I went to start the Jeep and there was no power. No lights, not starting nothing. I called the dealer. They would not deal with me without going through JEEP WAVE","quote_2_odi":"11664283","quote_2_text":"This version of the jeep has two batteries, a main and auxiliary. The auxiliary battery is used to power the cpus and such. Tens of thousands of Jeep owners have to disable this aux battery. This is due to both batteries not being charged and charged in a way that destroys both…","quote_3_odi":"11633047","quote_3_text":"Merging on to the Interstate when noticed all the gauges were not working. No speedometer, tach, information center completely black. Checked all fuses and nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-engine-fire-parked","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked or idling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613951","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and turning the engine off, approximately two hours later the contact discovered smoke and flames coming from the engine compartment of the vehicle. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames","quote_2_odi":"11688040","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was off and parked in my driveway, my dogs were alerting to something outside and I looked out to see the front end of my vehicle in flames, by the time the fire department got here, there was nothing left but a shell","quote_3_odi":"11709930","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked on a private road, but turned on, a fuel odor was detected inside the cabin. No warning light was illuminated. A few minutes later, the engine compartment on the passenger side caught fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-fuel-filler-overflow","label":"Fuel overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529869","quote_1_text":"Every single time I try to fill my gas tank, at any gas station, the gas pours out and shoots up fast out of the tank fill hole. I have even slowed down filling, and when I hear it getting close coming up the pipe, I let of the pump handle and it will still come up and splash out","quote_2_odi":"11549445","quote_2_text":"The problem is the fuel nozzle cannot go fully into the receptacle to add gas. This causes the fuel nozzle to not sense when to click/stop the fuel coming from the gas station pump when the tank and filler hose of the Jeep are full","quote_3_odi":"11693420","quote_3_text":"Gas overflows when filling at gas station  It has happened over 5 times. Nozzle is on the lowest setting  Have been to the dealership twice to have it inspected  I have video of it happening twice. The tank is usually 1/4 tank when filling. Safety hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11631985","quote_1_text":"the fuel pump went out while I was driving  with no light warning or nothing and my truck came to a sudden stop in the midst of me driving . Traffic was behind me and beside me . I was nearly missed","quote_2_odi":"11710724","quote_2_text":"Cut off on me while driving. Loss power in middle of street almost cause me to hit another vehicle. Took it to repair under warranty they took almost 2 months to repair. Did some research and apparently this is a common issue on these trucks","quote_3_odi":"11608632","quote_3_text":"I was turning a corner and as soon as I made the turn, the truck completely stalled. Lights were on and the screen was prompting me to step on the brake and press start even though the gear was on Drive. The gear wouldn't shift to neutral to at least remove the car from the busy…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-parking-brake-disconnect","label":"Parking brake cable disconnection and inoperability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746285","quote_1_text":"Parking brake would not hold vehicle on hill.  When the handle was released, a metalic clinking noise was heard.   Castle rock jeep dealership said all was fine.   Upon my inspection, I found the parking brake cable connection under teh center console was no longer connected","quote_2_odi":"11584730","quote_2_text":"Parking/emergency brake has become unattached and no longer functions.  It is a manual transmission and the parking brake is required to keep the vehicle from possibly rolling once parked","quote_3_odi":"11554745","quote_3_text":"At 5,700 miles on my 2023 Gladiator the drivers side rear brake caliper bolt fell out.  This created a loud bangin inside the wheel and damaged the wheel as well.  Upon stopping the caliper pivoted and lodged into the wheel not allowing me to back up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"gladiator-2023-powertrain-recall-delay","label":"Recall remedy parts unavailability delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11553827","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V116000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11646951","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V652000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"11746139","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep  Gladiator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V363000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"jeep-gladiator-2024-electrical-power-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746567","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2024 Jeep Gladiator Willys Texas Edition on the FM 3180 and I 10 when the vehicle experienced a complete electrical failure without warning. The instrument panel began flashing, the vehicle lost power and became completely inoperative while I was traveling","quote_2_odi":"11683934","quote_2_text":"While driving, vehicle completely shuts off. No electrical, No brakes, No steering. Almost ran off curvy road. Vehicle stays in drive with no electronics. Major safety issue. Have appointment with dealer next week. However this could have been serious","quote_3_odi":"11665266","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the steering wheel became firm, and the check engine and battery warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"jeep-gladiator-2024-infotainment-lockup","label":"Infotainment system lockup and warning display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11697597","quote_1_text":"Occasionally, the head unit of my vehicle becomes inoperable. I am unable to change radio stations, view climate control information, and the back-up camera is inoperable (which is a safety concern) while the head unit is in this state","quote_2_odi":"11692193","quote_2_text":"The unconnect infotainment system issues a warning that pops up on the screen, making the maps and all other applications inaccessible including the safety sos system","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"jeep-gladiator-2024-steering-control-loss","label":"Loss of steering control at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11704786","quote_1_text":"I have a 2024 jeep gladiator and when I’m on the highway doing anything over 55mph it gets a horrible death wobble and the entire vehicle rattles. It’s hard to maintain control. The first time it happened I almost wrecked my truck","quote_2_odi":"11647116","quote_2_text":"EL carro se va hacia el lado izquierdo aún teniendo el volante en línea recta , a la velocidad que se maneje hace el mismo problema , llego al punto que de no poderse controlar la dirección me salí de la calle y al frenar pegué con el volante estando embarazada y ahora mi bebé…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"jeep-gladiator-2024-underhood-fire-recall","label":"Under-hood fire and electrical connector recall risk","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744981","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Jeep Gladiator is subject to Recall 21D (NHTSA 26V-363). The recall warns of a fire risk while parked due to overheating of an electrical connection. Owners have been instructed to park away from structures and other vehicles, but there is currently no remedy available","quote_2_odi":"11697072","quote_2_text":"I parked at a business and went inside and within 5-10 minutes of being in the business my Gladiator caught fire on the front passenger side under the hood. I was ghosted by Jeep Wave and my only course of action was to go through State Farm","quote_3_odi":"11644032","quote_3_text":"Our 2024 Jeep Gladiator caught fire under the hood. It is a total loss and my partner was in the vehicle when this happened. He'd just arrived to his destination and was incredibly close to be driving when this happened. This happened by another parked vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Gladiator","model_slug":"gladiator","cluster_id":"jeep-gladiator-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration and braking failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11700578","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Gladiator. The contact stated that while attempting to shift the vehicle into first gear, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated up to approximately 25 MPH without the accelerator pedal being depressed. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11691391","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 45 MPH with the adaptive cruise control engaged, the traffic light ahead turned yellow. As I have done many times before in similar conditions, I applied the brakes firmly to slow and stop for the light","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/gladiator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11462393","quote_1_text":"The vehicle flipped down an embankment and into a creek and none of the air bags deployed, frontal or side curtains","quote_2_odi":"11341795","quote_2_text":"WELL MY AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF!","quote_3_odi":"10949036","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SKIDDED AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL AND A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-door-handle-breakage","label":"Interior door handles breaking and inoperable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11361237","quote_1_text":"INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE ASSEMBLIES ARE DEFECTIVE. BREAK AND NON FUNCTIONAL UNDER REGULAR USE AND NORMAL WEAR","quote_2_odi":"11149650","quote_2_text":"THE INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES ARE CONNECTED BY PIECE OF CHEAP PLASTIC AND THE PLASTIC BREAKS EASILY; RENDERING THE INTERIOR HANDLES USELESS","quote_3_odi":"10994233","quote_3_text":"ALL FOUR INTERIOR DOOR HANDLES HAVE CRACKED AND CRUMBLED APART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-electrical-stalling","label":"Electrical system stalling and loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11567186","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service brakes and the power steering were inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11362436","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED","quote_3_odi":"11258591","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS AND DASHBOARD LIGHTS HAVE STARTED TO FLICKER ON AND OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11208697","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AT THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11131557","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE TOP OF THE HOOD. THE CONTACT LIFTED THE HOOD AND FOUND THAT THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11541226","quote_3_text":"I was at the light a and the truck caught on fired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine valve and lifter failure with ticking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11343045","quote_1_text":"THIS TICK KEEPS GETTING WORSE AND I SEE MOST 5.7S UP TO NOW STILL HAVE IT ,BEFORE THE LIFTERS RUIN A CRANKSHAFT","quote_2_odi":"11032562","quote_2_text":"I HAD THE CAR TOWED AND WAS TOLD A VALVE SEAT DROPPED AND THE MOTOR HAS TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11601586","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal tapping sound coming from the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission erratic shifting and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11101538","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE I RECEIVE A MESSAGE ON THE INFO CENTER DISPLAYING \"TRANSMISSION OVER TEMP\" THE FAN KICKS ON HIGH AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT GO FASTER THAN 25MPH","quote_2_odi":"11067349","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION STUCK IN 3RD GEAR WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11004820","quote_3_text":"TRANSFER CASE MALFUNCTION PART IS UNAVAILABLE TO BUY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2005,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2005-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":2051,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11205694","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED TO SPEEDS ABOVE 90 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11155519","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS, ON MULTIPLE AND SEPARATE OCCASIONS, SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED","quote_3_odi":"10994386","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND THE SPEED INCREASED TO 80 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11096899","quote_1_text":"TAMARA RECALL I WAS INVOLVED IN A HIGH IMPACT CRASH ON MAY 5,2018 AND OUR AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11062923","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN CRASH . IMPACT ON FRONT OF VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10907469","quote_3_text":"INJURIES WERE SUFFERED DUE TO THE AIRBAG'S NONE DEPLOYMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-door-handle-breakage","label":"Interior door handles crack and break","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11721267","quote_1_text":"All of the inside door handles have broken under normal circumstances","quote_2_odi":"11207020","quote_2_text":"ALL FOUR INSIDE DOOR HANDLES SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"11091098","quote_3_text":"INNER INTERIOR INSIDE DOOR HANDLES CRACKED MAKING THE DOOR INOPERABLE FROM THE INTERIOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-engine-valve-timing","label":"Engine valve seat and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11004682","quote_1_text":"VALVE SEAT DROPPED INTO #4 CYLINDER HEAD ON A WARM RESTART","quote_2_odi":"10906317","quote_2_text":"THE FAULTY VALVE SEATS FAILED AND DESTROYED MY ENGINE WHICH LEFT ME STRANDED WHILE TRAVELING OUT OF TOWN","quote_3_odi":"10918907","quote_3_text":"TOOK INTO DEALERSHIP THEY SAID THE TIMING CHAIN HAD BROKE AND ENGINE WAS NO GOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch failure causing engine stall and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11569301","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH and attempting to merge into traffic the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11286758","quote_2_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE GRAND CHEROKEE HAS SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11035170","quote_3_text":"CAR TURNS ITSELF OFF WHEN IDELING AT TRAFFIC LIGHTS, STOP SIGNS, SITTING IN TRAFFIC, OR FAST STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-seatbelt-buckle-latch","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to latch without pressing release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11718176","quote_1_text":"While operating vehicle, driver's side seat belt frequently disconnects without warning","quote_2_odi":"11677396","quote_2_text":"Something is wrong with both front driver and passenger seat belt buckle","quote_3_odi":"11363227","quote_3_text":"SEAT BELT BUCKLE WON'T LATCH PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2006-transmission-shift-fail","label":"Transmission and powertrain shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":1297,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11396224","quote_1_text":"MY JEEP WILL NOT GO OVER 30 TO 35 MPH WITHOUT REACHING 3000 RPMS IT WILL NOT CHANGE GEARS IT IS STUCK I BELIEVE IN SECOND GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11300662","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SHIFT GEARS","quote_3_odi":"11005426","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE GOES INTO WHAT'S CALLED A 'LIMP MODE' WHICH ESSENTIALLY MEANS IT HAS LOST COMMUNICATION WITH THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE AND THE VEHICLE WILL NOT SHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-airbag-warning-deploy","label":"Air bag warning light and deployment failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11610765","quote_1_text":"The Air Bag warning light came on after we got an oil change for our car","quote_2_odi":"10862518","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT 65 MPH AROUND A CURVE, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10340916","quote_3_text":"2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE INVOLVED IN FRONT-END CRASH AT OVER 35 MPH. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-brake-pedal-noise","label":"Brake pedal drop and squeaking brake failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11446040","quote_1_text":"I was driving to work and the light turned red and I went to press on my brakes and if they didn't budge at all even all my body weight on it I couldn't get it to stop I almost smashed into the person in front of me","quote_2_odi":"10966563","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AND BRAKING THE PEDAL WILL DROP ABOUT HALF WAY AND THEN RECOVER TO NORMAL USE. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS AND IT HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST FIVE TIMES STARTLING THE DRIVER","quote_3_odi":"10430788","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WHEN THE BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED AND A LOUD SQUEAKING NOISE EMITTED WITH THE BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATING INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-timing-chain-failure","label":"5.7L HEMI timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11470045","quote_1_text":"Driving 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee with HEMI engine on the freeway and the car lost engine power causing it to rapidly slow. Was able to make it safely to the side of the freeway, although multiple cars had to avoid, and had the car towed to our mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11076261","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN BROKE AT HIGHWAY SPEED, NO POWER, HAD TO COAST TO SIDE OF ROAD. ENGINE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10794408","quote_3_text":"SEPT 26, 2015 DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 65 MPH IN CRUISE CONTROL, MY JEEP JUST DIED. WOULD NOT START OR TURN OVER THE ENGINE LIGHT OIL LIGHT AND ECT LIGHT CAME ON. TURNS OUT THE TIMING CHAIN BROKE DAMAGED INTAKE VALVE ON #2 CYLINDER AND EXHAUST VALVE ON #8 CYLINDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-tire-tread-separation","label":"Front tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10496755","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE 4X4 EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE RS-A TIRES, SIZE 255/45/20 DOT (M612DVER4409). THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY","quote_2_odi":"10418516","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE EQUIPPED WITH GOODYEAR EAGLE RS-A EMT 255/45/R20 TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES WERE SEPARATING ALONG THE SIDEWALLS","quote_3_odi":"10363701","quote_3_text":"REGARDING GOODYEAR EAGLE RS-A EMT (RUNFLAT), SIZE 255/45R20, TIRES THAT COME AS ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT FOR THE 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE SRT-8","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and shift-to-drive crashes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11586336","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 8 MPH through a parking area, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own","quote_2_odi":"10954789","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO SEVERAL OUTDOOR LIGHTING STRUCTURES AT A NEIGHBORING RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"10594300","quote_3_text":"WHILE BACKING UP VERY SLOWLY OUT OF THE GARAGE, THE TRANSMISSION JUMPED FROM REVERSE INTO FORWARD. THE GAS PEDAL FLOORED ITSELF AND THE CAR ACCELERATED AT FULL SPEED INTO THE WALL OF MY GARAGE, CLIMBED OVER THE CEMENT FOUNDATION, AND THEN THE CAR SLAMMED INTO THE SIDE OF MY HOUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-valve-stem-failure","label":"Corroded tire valve stem and lug nut failures","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10821435","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELLING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 75 MPH THE VALVE STEM EXPLODED. THE TIRE LOST ALL OF ITS AIR WITHIN ABOUT 10 SECONDS","quote_2_odi":"10733755","quote_2_text":"ALUMINUM VALVE STEM CORRODED TO THE POINT OF FAILURE ON THE INTERSTATE. WAS GOING 80MPH WHEN TIRE STEM BLEW. FORTUNATELY GOT VEHICLE TO A STOP AND UNDER CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11155279","quote_3_text":"THE WHEEL LUG NUT 'CAPS' FALL OFF OR BECOME LOOSE AND IMPAIR THE PROPER FUNCTION OF THE LUG NUTS WHEN CHANGING WHEELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2010-win-module-stall","label":"WIN module and ignition key stall failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11365572","quote_1_text":"WIN MODULE FAILURE CAUSE CAR TO STALL WHILE DRIVING AND NOT STARTING","quote_2_odi":"10552488","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE KEY SUDDENLY SLIPPED OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH HOWEVER, THE ENGINE DID NOT POWER OFF","quote_3_odi":"10731015","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MILES PER HOUR WHEN MY CAR SHUT OFF COMPLETELY. MY POWER STEERING AND BRAKES STOPPED WORKING AS WELL AND I ALMOST REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air suspension (Quadra-Lift) failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11493321","quote_1_text":"My Jeep's air suspension system (Quadra lift) has failed 4 times within the past year. At the beginning, the only signs there was anything wrong was that it took the vehicle several minutes to raise from the \"park\" setting","quote_2_odi":"11399835","quote_2_text":"THE AIR SUSPENSION - SERVICE AIR SUSPENSION LIGHT CAME ON, THE AIR SUSPENSION THEN LOWERED THE VEHICLE TO WELL BELOW NORMAL RIDE HEIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11714761","quote_3_text":"My right side suspension has a hard time coming up and I can hear it then it eventually get to right level and my car is freaking out have every light come on and the windshield wipers but it doesn't always do it but I have videos","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11533560","quote_1_text":"I was in a head on accident with a vehicle, then a building. Traveling at approved 55 mph. My airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11400184","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 25 MPH, A VEHICLE DROVE INTO THE CONTACT'S LANE CAUSING THE CONTACT TO REAR END THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11731940","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 40-45 MPH, the vehicle rear-ended another Jeep vehicle stopped at the red light; however, the air bags failed to deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-alternator-fire-smoke","label":"Alternator overheating, smoking, or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11631392","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was smoke was coming from under the hood. The contact pulled into a parking lot to inspect the vehicle and became aware that the alternator was burning red hot","quote_2_odi":"11430168","quote_2_text":"Started vehicle and heard a bad grinding noise. Turned off vehicle, attempted to restart, failed to restart, and checked under hood and the alternator was so hot is was untouchable and smoking, had to disconnect battery to prevent fire. Leaving me stranded","quote_3_odi":"11531227","quote_3_text":"Alternator started smoking almost cought on fire and PCM probably bad too due to alternator going out, me and wife got scared when we saw smoke coming out of underneath hood. Battery light turned on a few minutes before smoke started, but car didn't shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11612835","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, and the contact heard a loud hissing sound. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11609319","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard without warning while attempting to stop the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11542937","quote_3_text":"There was a recall on my car for the brake booster water shield, water could get into the brake booster and cause corrosion and can cause the brakes to stop working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-camshaft-timing-chain","label":"Camshaft, rocker arm, and timing chain failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11658507","quote_1_text":"There is a Customer satisfaction report P01 for timing chain and timing chain guides for 2009-2012 vehicles equipped with the 5.7L Hemi. My vehicle is now undrivable because of this issue and caused piston and valve damage","quote_2_odi":"11516216","quote_2_text":"Engine stalled at highway speed on a highway, safety of family and motorists endangered as vehicle coasted to side of highway, vehicle would not restart, check engine light on. Codes indicated camshaft sensor issue","quote_3_odi":"11373794","quote_3_text":"ENGINE NOISE/LOUD TICKING - REAR INTAKE ROCKER ARM AND GROUND CAMSHAFT FAILED ON PASSENGER SIDE, ONE ROCKER ON DRIVER SIDE FAILED, CAMSHAFT OK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2011-stalling-fuel-pump-relay","label":"Stalling and loss of motive power (fuel pump relay/TIPM)","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11573743","quote_1_text":"2011 Jeep Grand Cherokee stalled while driving. While slowing down to make a turn, engine stalled out. Power steering and power brake disappeared. If someone was at the light while I was turning, they would have been hit","quote_2_odi":"11384124","quote_2_text":"ON MORE THAN 1 DOZEN OCCASIONS MY JEEP HAS STALLED WHILE DRIVING ANYWHERE FM 20 TO 40 MILES AN HOUR. I LOST STEERING CONTROL AND BRAKES WHILE THE REST OF GAGES STAYED ON","quote_3_odi":"11726438","quote_3_text":"Car has died while driving 4 times in the last 3 years. Complete loss of power WHILE driving. Lost of power steering, loss of brakes while driving. Chrystler is saying recall was resolved by previous owner but it is still happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-airbags-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11711560","quote_1_text":"My Airbags did not deploy and I believe my seatbelt also did not work properly. I was struck head on (front end to front end) inside a tunnel by a pickup truck (ram 3500) Going appx. 40mph and my air bags did not deploy and my head hit my windshield so I’m unsure if seatbelts","quote_2_odi":"11545538","quote_2_text":"On or about December 15 2020 my wife was on her way to work and hit a water puddle and hydroplaned at 60 miles per hour and lost control and hit the wall head on at 55 mph and no airbags deployed I have the car in my front yard","quote_3_odi":"11536932","quote_3_text":"My husband was involved in a serious collision with another vehicle on July 20, 2023 and he sustained serious injuries because the airbags never deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure and pedal loss tied to recall T59","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11741339","quote_1_text":"So I thought that it blew a brake line. I checked the lines going to all four.Wheels and could not find any fluid. I could not figure out where all the fluid went","quote_2_odi":"11733588","quote_2_text":"The brake booster is currently symptomatic — an audible humming noise is present when the vehicle is stopped and idling, consistent with vacuum loss in the brake booster system","quote_3_odi":"11491725","quote_3_text":"I had the BRAKE warning light come on while driving and noticed that my brake pedal was extremely firm when trying to start my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-dashboard-trim","label":"Dashboard, trim, and body panel degradation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11745878","quote_1_text":"I was caught driving in a hailstorm when hail impacted and broke the panoramic sunroof of my vehicle. I understand that hail can break automotive glass and that the sunroof is constructed from safety glass","quote_2_odi":"11723013","quote_2_text":"The dashboard has warped and lifted significantly from the underlying structure, particularly near the defroster vents and windshield area","quote_3_odi":"11429946","quote_3_text":"Since purchasing this vehicle, the entire wood trim inside the vehicle has broken off chunk by chunk and continues to do it. It started with the front around the start button and has worked around to the passenger dash and now is falling off on the doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-power-steering-fluid-leak","label":"Power steering fluid leak and rack-and-pinion wear","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11524607","quote_1_text":"2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee Laredo In August of 2020, I brought the vehicle to my repair shop due to a leak, and hard to steer at 75061 miles. They performed a repair of the rack & pinion, power steering hose, and an alignment","quote_2_odi":"11405831","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall or loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":138,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11706652","quote_1_text":"Was driving 25 mph when 2012 Jeep Grand Cherokee just came to a complete stop -- without any warning signs of a problem. Vehicle stalled with no engine power and loss of power steering. I could not steer the vehicle to the side of the road. Was just stuck","quote_2_odi":"11674353","quote_2_text":"As traveling whether on highway or on streets no matter the speeds the Jeep tends to just stall out out of no where especially when braking and coming to a stop it completely shuts off, no engine, no steering and then must have to engage into park or neutral to push to start up","quote_3_odi":"11698331","quote_3_text":"When driving the vehicle it just stalls. No warning and all power is lost including power steering which makes it VERY dangerous to all occupants of the vehicle and others on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2012-steering-brake-lockup","label":"Simultaneous loss of steering and brakes during a stall","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11744558","quote_1_text":"The engine power cuts of randomly while driving with no warning at all. When it happens the steering locks up veering the vehicle to the left so you have no control and at the same time the power brakes lock up and you are unable to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11686524","quote_2_text":"While driving the engine power randomly cuts off & steering & brakes lock up veering the vehicle to the left which causes me to have no control of my vehicle. Everything else stays on radio...lights...etc. There is absolutely no warning at all when this occurs","quote_3_odi":"11443850","quote_3_text":"While driving down a main road, the power steering went out, the brakes locked up, and the accelerator locked up. I had to put the car in park and then turn it off and back on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2013-ahr-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":802,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11679670","quote_1_text":"Passenger headrest popped out while driving downs the road. No accident bump or anything visible set it off. It punched out like an air bag","quote_2_odi":"11543540","quote_2_text":"On the way home from work the Active Head Restraint deployed without there being a rear end collison. The head restraint on driver's side hit my wife in the back of the head and sounded like a loud and startling gunshot-like sound. Since I was on the highway if I had not kept","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2013-alternator-tipm-failure","label":"Alternator and TIPM electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":802,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11728023","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, no cause for the failure was found. The dealer informed the contact that the","quote_2_odi":"11660851","quote_2_text":"I am reporting repeated safety-critical failures with my 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee that have rendered the vehicle unreliable, dangerous, and now inoperable. I believe this vehicle suffers from a systemic electrical defect related to the Totally Integrated Power Module (TIPM)—a","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2013-cylinder-head-misfire","label":"Cylinder-specific misfire and rocker arm wear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":802,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11757745","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee equipped with the 3.6L Pentastar v6 has a persistent cylinder 2 misfire (P0302). The cylinder 2 spark plug, ignition coil, and fuel injector have already been replaced, but the misfire continues. Diagnostic testing with a scan tool confirmed that","quote_2_odi":"11361726","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL TICKING SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2013-fuel-pump-relay-recall-stall","label":"Fuel pump relay recall stall and no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":802,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11723658","quote_1_text":"Recall V62/NHTSA 19V-813 that was done on my vehicle in Jan 2023 at 44607 miles failed 0n March 4 2026 the vehicle died and would not start and the repair shop had to replace the fuel pump relay again only 4,811 mile later even though it had been 3 years not many miles and of","quote_2_odi":"11487361","quote_2_text":"Prior to bringing our Grand Cherokee (GC) to the dealer to fix the apply the fix for the fuel pump relay recall, the GC stalled once every one or two months. After dealer applied the solution to the fuel pump relay recall, GC stalls almost daily and sometimes more than once","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2013-ready-alert-braking-failure","label":"Ready Alert Braking system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":802,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11611208","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH and slowing for traffic, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal was firm. The contact stated that added force was needed to depress the brake pedal to slow the","quote_2_odi":"11404328","quote_2_text":"PLAIN AND SIMPLE, I BOUGHT MY JEEP NEW IN 2014. IT WAS EQUIPPED WITH READY ALERT BRAKING (RAB). IN 2016 IT FAILED TO STOP CAUSING AN ACCIDENT AND INJURING MY WIFE. THEN RECENTLY I DISCOVERED THE RAB SYSTEM ON MY CAR HAD BEEN RECALLED (14V104000) BACK IN 2014 AND I HAD NEVER BEEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-crank-sensor-tone-wheel","label":"Crankshaft position sensor tone wheel failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11604594","quote_1_text":"The crankshaft sensor tone wheel is damaged. I found that there was a recall on this item on our make/model and year of our Jeep. It's recall number W68/NHTSA 20V-475 and W58/NHTSA 20V-475","quote_2_odi":"11747770","quote_2_text":"After much investigation online, we found out that this is a known issue with the crankshaft position sensor and, most importantly, the tone wheel on the back of the engine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-egr-oil-cooler-intrusion","label":"EGR cooler and oil cooler coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11594064","quote_1_text":"Unknown failure of oil cooler system resulting in oil leaking into the coolant","quote_2_odi":"11609082","quote_2_text":"The recall occurred in 2020 and I was told by three different dealerships including the one that fixed it foxchrysler in Canada and they all stated the recall had been remedied","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-headrest-deploys","label":"Active head restraint deploys without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11753147","quote_1_text":"Active head restraint on driver seat deployed today for no reason. No collision, just deployed on its own","quote_2_odi":"11629985","quote_2_text":"The driver side Active Head Restraint unexpectedly deployed while driving the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-hpfp-recall-fails","label":"High-pressure fuel pump recall repair failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11567104","quote_1_text":"Z46/NHTSA 22V-406. high pressure fuel pump. I received multiple recall notices for this defect. I received the first notice in JUNE of 2022. Today it is Jan 2024, 19 months after being notified to have repairs made","quote_2_odi":"11628709","quote_2_text":"When I accelerate the fuel pedal to the floor the more it cuts out it did that before the recall on the high pressure fuel pump and it's doing it after supposedly it was replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-rocker-arm-failure","label":"Rocker arm and camshaft lifter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11700123","quote_1_text":"2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee VIN [XXX] . 120,246 miles : Rocker #2 failure (P302/tick) requested full left head replacement and valvetrain ( rockers, lifters, cam inspection) denied under D-14-12 despite TSB 09-002-14 coverage for 2011-13 models","quote_2_odi":"11617400","quote_2_text":"Known issue with engine design that could lead to catastrophic failure. The rocker arms fail and gouge the cam, causing catastrophic engine failure, if not addressed as soon as symptoms occur","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-seatbelt-wont-retract","label":"Seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11715135","quote_1_text":"Seat belt retracted D rings cracked. Seat belt will not retract","quote_2_odi":"11706312","quote_2_text":"My driver seatbelt is no longer retracting back to original position. Passenger seat won't retract out and is now hanging loose. Very unsafe","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2014-shifts-to-neutral","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":2374,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11655328","quote_1_text":"Car unexpectedly shifted into neutral without me switching gears while driving","quote_2_odi":"11574965","quote_2_text":"When I put my Jeep in park it goes back into neutral","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-diesel-fuel-pump","label":"Diesel high-pressure fuel pump failure and recall delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11607250","quote_1_text":"The HPFP (high pressure fuel pump) on this vehicle fails causing a fuel lapse and loss of power. I have taken it to two different dealers and they say the HPFP is on recall but not available. The vehicle was available for inspection but neither dealer performed this…","quote_2_odi":"11588168","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-egr-cooler","label":"EcoDiesel EGR cooler and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11604213","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway, I heard a quiet noise but saw no warning messages on the dash. I decided to pull over and found the vehicle had shifted into neutral and lost power steering. The vehicle was towed to a AAA service center…","quote_2_odi":"11746547","quote_2_text":"System Failed: Total engine failure caused by a defective Recall W79 EGR Cooler, which is available for physical inspection at my residence.Safety Risk: The vehicle suffered a sudden, complete loss of motive power at speed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11750665","quote_1_text":"The passenger headrest exploded and whacked me in the head after we went over a little bump in the road.","quote_2_odi":"11736991","quote_2_text":"My husband was driving on a highway going 70 MPH and the drivers headrest exploded and lunged him forward","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-lifter-tick","label":"Rocker arm and valve lifter ticking (3.6L)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11718398","quote_1_text":"Rocker arm bearings went bad, need to replace all rockers and perhaps a cam or 2, this is know as the Penstar tick due to poor quality metals from Chrysler . They need to do a recall and fix for all affected cars as this is a labor intensive job…","quote_2_odi":"11580975","quote_2_text":"Purchased a 2015 jeep grand Cherokee. At around 65k miles vehicle started making a ticking sound. Vehicle was also stalling when accelerating from a stop, usually when making a right turn but also when trying to press gas to gain speed quickly like when entering the highway…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11628328","quote_1_text":"Our Jeep will shift into neutral at random while driving. This has happened 5 times with in 2 years and twice on the same day. The most recent incident occurred on [XXX] while driving my wife and 3 week old daughter to Orange County…","quote_2_odi":"11683297","quote_2_text":"My car goes into neutral on its own.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Front seat belt retraction failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11641857","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat belt did not retract. No accident or any incident that led to it, normal use. Then noticed the plastic portion where the seat belt feeds is cracked and obstructing it from retracting without feeding it manually back through the shoot","quote_2_odi":"11713085","quote_2_text":"The drivers side seatbelt will not catch or retract. I went to an independent shop who contacted Jeep to order the part. They were told the part is on “extreme backorder” and it could be months before I could get my car repaired. My Jeep is not driveable…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-service-shifter","label":"Monostable shifter and Service Shifter warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-11 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11647975","quote_1_text":"The monostable shifter shifts without pressing the button. Can be bumped out of gear while driving. Message on display reads \"service shifter\". Replacement is necessary.","quote_2_odi":"11619744","quote_2_text":"\"Check shifter\" seems to come on almost everyday. From what I've gathered about it it could shift out of gear while driving. Could be a sensor or harness issue that I was told by a mechanic. No incident yet…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2015-tone-wheel","label":"Crankshaft tone wheel and position sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01 (200 most-recent of 1344 complaints)","source_complaint_count":1344,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11661038","quote_1_text":"On the highway my 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee Diesel briefly stalled and the check engine light came on. I then lost all power and could only maintain a speed of 45MPH in a 70MPH speed limit highway…","quote_2_odi":"11710636","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. After the failure had occurred, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was later towed to a local dealer…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-diesel-recall-parts","label":"EcoDiesel recall parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11556075","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.…","quote_2_odi":"11537047","quote_2_text":"FCA US LLC issued an important safety recall Z46/NHTSA 22V-406 on June 09, 2022. It has been over a year and they have not provided a remedy, with the recall in status 'recall incomplete, remedy not yet available'.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-engine-misfire","label":"Cylinder misfire and rough idle","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748064","quote_1_text":"#2 cylinder misfire code P0302. A known problem with this engine. A compression test reveals a common defect with this engine","quote_2_odi":"11489516","quote_2_text":"I have only 78,000 miles on my 2016 jeep Grand Cherokee limited and I am having issues with ignition coil. The number 5 cylinder isn't working like it should.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and flicker","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11383900","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 JEEP GRAND CHEROKEE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LED HEADLIGHTS FLICKERED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS TO PROVIDE INADEQUATE LIGHTING FOR SAFE NIGHT TIME DRIVING.…","quote_2_odi":"11280964","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS FLICKER FOR A QUARTER SECOND, AND THEN WORK FINE FOR A FEW MINUTES DURING NIGHT DRIVING. THIS OCCURS ON AVERAGE OF ABOUT ONCE EVERY 4 MINUTES OF DRIVING WITH THE HEADLIGHTS ON.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint inadvertent deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11354628","quote_1_text":"HEAD REST DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11396515","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A KNOWN POTENTIAL PROBLEM OF THE INADVERTENT DEPLOYMENT OF ONE OR BOTH OF THE FRONT SEAT ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS. THIS CAN CAUSE A CONCUSSION AND CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AFTER BEING STRUCK IN THE HEAD.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-leather-dash-delamination","label":"Leather dashboard delamination and bubbling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11467623","quote_1_text":"LEATHER DASH IS STARTING TO PEEL OFF MY DASHBOARD OBSTRUCTING MY VIEW ON THE WINDSHIELD","quote_2_odi":"11481590","quote_2_text":"Dashboard leather trim has come so wrinkled, unglued that it blocks my front windshield defrosters from working efficiently.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11559163","quote_1_text":"My steering \"locked up\", I had it towed to a Jeep dealer who diagnosed it as faulty steering gear rack. It cannot be repaired-it must be replaced.…","quote_2_odi":"11349696","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AND THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT. I HAVE NO POWER STEERING AND THERE IS A MESSAGE ON MY DASH THAT SAYS POWER STEERING UNAVAILABLE, SERVICE REQUIRED. I HAVE 36, XXX MILES ON IT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2016-shift-to-park-stall","label":"Engine stall with Shift-to-Park restart message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11363988","quote_1_text":"SERVICE SHIFTER LIGHT CAME. THERE ARE A LOT OF ISSUES WITH THE SHIFTER","quote_2_odi":"11292505","quote_2_text":"I WAS AT A RED STOP LIGHT AND WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN I LIFTED MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE AND ONTO THE GAS PEDAL AND REALIZED MY 2016 GRAND CHEROKEE WOULD NOT MOVE AND HAD COMPLETELY STALLED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699148","quote_1_text":"We were in an accident with heavy front end and right corner panel damage and none of my airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11482162","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an unknown speed, another vehicle crashed into the front driver’s side and caused the vehicle to be pushed off the road. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11470808","quote_3_text":"A pickup truck struck driver side of car, while truck was traveling over 50 mph, and side air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-electrical-system-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11705744","quote_1_text":"1. failure appears to involve the vehicle’s electrical control and communication systems, specifically (BCM), (TIPM), and/or CAN bus network. The malfunction caused multiple vehicle systems to activate or fail simultaneously, including windshield wipers, warning indicators, and…","quote_2_odi":"11499160","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced unknown electrical failures. Additionally, the vehicle lost power steering functionality, and stalled","quote_3_odi":"11440402","quote_3_text":"I was driving on highway and the stop safely your car about to turn off popped up then my lights started flashing and the whole car shut down. I couldn't steer or brake so I had to shift into neutral and hope for the best","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-head-restraint-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploying unexpectedly","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11706825","quote_1_text":"Active head restraint deployed unexpectedly while driving at very slow speed. In addition to the immediate shock, it hit the back of my head and neck very hard. Still experiencing neck pain","quote_2_odi":"11691597","quote_2_text":"Driver's side head restraint exploded as I was pulling out of my driveway with no advance warning. Thankfully I was facing forward when it deployed, or it would have slammed into the back of my head","quote_3_odi":"11605267","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's seat headrest deployed. The contact's minor child was seated in the rear seat was struck by fragments","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-pentastar-engine-failure","label":"Pentastar V6 engine and oil cooler failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11597277","quote_1_text":"The oil filter housing in the Jeep Grand Cherokee is known to have serious problems and safety concerns. The Pentastar oil filter housing used in these vehicles can crack and warp due to heat exposure and this can lead to serious oil leaks","quote_2_odi":"11489156","quote_2_text":"Purchased the car brand new back in 2017. In 2020, while driving normally, the car loss power and would not accelerate and started to have rough idles then auto stop/start came on followed by check engine","quote_3_odi":"11724173","quote_3_text":"Vehicle head gasket blown. Stated by mechanic that this is a chronic problem with model due to cylinder head warming and gasket failure. Shortly after repaired the left rear Factory OEM rocker arm broke and damaged one of the overhead cams","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-ptu-transmission-failure","label":"Power transfer unit and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11646495","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while making a U-turn at approximately 4 MPH, there was an abnormal sound from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that the \"Service 4WD\" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the…","quote_2_odi":"11691554","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving out of the driveway, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into neutral. The shift to park message was displayed on the screen. The shifter became stuck and failed to shift to park(P)","quote_3_odi":"11471703","quote_3_text":"The transfer case on this Jeep failed at just over 64,000 miles. As the service center tried to repair, they were unable to locate rebuilt/certified transfer cases due to high demand. A new transfer case was purchased","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11571736","quote_1_text":"-Moon Roof glass exploded with no known cause while i was driving on the highway there were no cars in front of me, its available for inspection while waiting on the repairs","quote_2_odi":"11501688","quote_2_text":"I was driving this vehicle on a sunny 38 degree day on the highway when my front sunroof exploded. The glass was broken upwards, no rock or debris hit the glass. It spontaneously shattered","quote_3_odi":"11413324","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY BYPASS AT 55 MPH. NO OTHER TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD. CLEAR DAY. NO BIRDS IN AREA. SMOOTH ROAD SURFACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration overriding the brake","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":363,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754248","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into my driveway and the vehicle accelerated by itself and crashed into my house looks like vehicle is beyond repair still waiting on adjuster report","quote_2_odi":"11747367","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated while seated inside the vehicle with his wife, the gear shifter was shifted into drive; however, while depressing the brake pedal the vehicle accelerated independently","quote_3_odi":"11602279","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed while in the park position gear, the engine revved and the vehicle accelerated independently forward causing the contact to hit her head on the headrest","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-abs-module-warning-lights","label":"ABS module warning lights and rollaway from park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11645569","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V838000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11648684","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after stopping the vehicle and shifting into park(P), the vehicle started rolling backwards in the driveway. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times","quote_3_odi":"11643991","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, both the ABS and traction control warning symbols would appear on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-active-head-restraint","label":"Active head restraint deployment without a crash","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11691651","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while sitting at a stoplight, there was a loud pop on the interior of the vehicle. After a visual inspection, the contact became aware that the front passenger’s side seat active head restraint had deployed unintendedly. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11661963","quote_2_text":"The active headrest on the driver's seat deployed spontaneously on it's own during normal operation of my vehicle. The headrest is now unable to be reset as it appears some components of the active headrest mechanism were faulty","quote_3_odi":"11591403","quote_3_text":"While I was driving home from work the headrest deployed and hit me on the back of the head. I thought that I was hit from behind due to how my head jerk forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-camshaft-rocker-wear","label":"Camshaft and rocker arm wear with cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11677687","quote_1_text":"Rockers & cam shaft are worn and making ticking noise. I only have 86k on my 2018 Jeep Grand Cherokee, and am diligent with upkeep on the maintenance","quote_2_odi":"11681112","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a failure of the engine lifters/rocker arms, which also caused failure of the intake camshaft. This resulted in severe misfires, loss of power, and left the vehicle completely inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11729198","quote_3_text":"Check Engine light with Codes: PO300, and PO305. Misfire in Cylinder #5. Changed all spark plugs, and coils. Check engine still on, with same codes. Jeep dealer then said it was the cam shaft and needed new cam shaft head of a price tag of $8500","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-coolant-oil-leaks","label":"Coolant and oil leaks from water pump and filter housing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11622395","quote_1_text":"Was told by mechanic that my oil filter adapter had to be replaced. Was advised it was made of plastic and had cracked","quote_2_odi":"11633694","quote_2_text":"The issue centers on a small \"freeze plug\" that leaks when the engine reaches operating temperature. This plug serves no apparent purpose and causes premature failures and coolant leaks across numerous vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11590467","quote_3_text":"The contact was informed that coolant was leaking into the engine. The contact was informed that the water pump needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11660603","quote_1_text":"The head gasket blows around 80,000 miles. This is a known problem consumers have with this vehicle. My estimate to have this fixed is over $6,000.00","quote_2_odi":"11598025","quote_2_text":"After taking it to a dealership they found a crack in the gasket at coolant passage. Car never over heated for the crack to have happened","quote_3_odi":"11697308","quote_3_text":"We took it to a mechanic who discovered it was burning coolant in the 5th cylinder. They diagnosed the issue as blown head gaskets caused by the engine being machined incorrectly by the manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-shift-to-park-loss-of-drive","label":"Loss of drive with Shift to Park message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11750319","quote_1_text":"while driving the car puts itself in park, then the gear shift D starts blinking and the dashboard says put into Park. I've took it to jeep to figure it out and fix it. i got it back and while on the highway it did it again causing me to almost get hit by several cars","quote_2_odi":"11672142","quote_2_text":"While driving 2018 jeep grand cherokee the transmission will shift its self into neutral and say select desired gear. Then it will shut it self down in the middle of the road","quote_3_odi":"11621212","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while coming to a stop, the vehicle lost motive power with the “Shift to Park” message displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2018-uconnect-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination with ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":841,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11636193","quote_1_text":"The screen on the Uconnect/stereo system has de-laminated. This causes ghost touches and the screen jumps around on its own. Controls switch on their own, from media, to navigation, to climate, to controls, etc…It will also make phone calls on its own and has even dialed 911","quote_2_odi":"11617248","quote_2_text":"UConnect Radio - Delamination resulting in unpredictable, repetitive, and erratic touches on the screen. At this point, the screen's protective layer is separating from the display and it is causing ghost touches that activate various functions without my input","quote_3_odi":"11662037","quote_3_text":"The main screen in the vehicle delaminated and caused quite a number of issues. Heated seats would randomly turn on and off and the temp on gbe seats would not go down, phone would call people over and over including 911","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2019-abs-hcu-recall","label":"ABS/HCU module, brake lights and stability control","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 352 total)","source_complaint_count":352,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700600","quote_1_text":"The HCU/ABS module falsely reads pressure in the primary circuit. The brake lights illuminate when brakes are not depressed, leading to risk of crashes. The car may be shifted in and out of park without depressing the brake, risking rollaway. The ABS is non-functional, a…","quote_2_odi":"11700329","quote_2_text":"My ESC, ABS, and check engine lights have been on for months due to this recall that has no fix.","quote_3_odi":"11691449","quote_3_text":"For nearly a year, I have been unable to drive my vehicle due to a serious safety recall involving the HCU/ABS module. Despite the known risks — including false brake light illumination, disabled ABS and Electronic Stability Control (ESC), and the ability to start and shift…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2019-engine-overheating-head-gasket","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 352 total)","source_complaint_count":352,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726070","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Engine: 3.6L V6 (Pentastar) While driving on the highway, the vehicle experienced a sudden engine overheating condition, followed by a catastrophic failure of the coolant recovery tank. This failure created a serious safety hazard and appears…","quote_2_odi":"11701570","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the contact heard an abnormally loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. The START/STOP warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate,…","quote_3_odi":"11720243","quote_3_text":"2019 jeep grand Cherokee 3.6L. Severe misfiring on expressway causing vehicle to shake uncontrollably and stall. “Pentastar tick” Ticking sound coming from engine. Took to local repair shop and right cam shaft is worn down causing misfiring and engine damage.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2019-powertrain-loss-of-drive","label":"Loss of drive and gear-selection messages","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 352 total)","source_complaint_count":352,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11694863","quote_1_text":"The vehicle lost powertrain upon accelaration. Merging onto a freeway and accelerating my vehicle was as if it was in Neutral. Same with starting out at a stop sign, coming to a turn lane and accerlerating to cross traffic, NO POWERTRAIN... just neutral.…","quote_2_odi":"11685528","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will all suddenly while driving on the roads with speed, dash will blink and start saying to select the gear. At this point vehicle either has to be put in parking (while trying to figure out where to pull over) and reselect the gear, or completely shut off, re start…","quote_3_odi":"11689802","quote_3_text":"Car shifts out of gear without pushing the brake. The gear shifter will switch to neutral while driving. While not driving car can shift into reverse without pushing the brake and barely touching the gear shifter.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2019-uconnect-screen-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 352 total)","source_complaint_count":352,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11691996","quote_1_text":"Uconnect 4C w/NAV with 8.4–Inch Display is delaminating. This is known to be a common problem with this vehicle. The touchscreen provides direct access to settings that affect the way the vehicle physically brakes and steers, all are configured via the Uconnect system…","quote_2_odi":"11683694","quote_2_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding a serious and widespread defect in the Uconnect 8.4 infotainment system installed in my 2019 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited and many other FCA/Stellantis vehicles. The screen has developed a delamination issue that worsens over time. Symptoms…","quote_3_odi":"11688295","quote_3_text":"The screen is delaminating which impacts the following safety measures: SOS feature, use of cellphone for 911 emergencies, and navigation. The delimitation appeared a few months ago and has progressed.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565305","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag failed to deploy. Head injury, rib fractures, vertebrae fracture","quote_2_odi":"11560472","quote_2_text":"I was in a head on collision in my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee and another driver crossed the center line","quote_3_odi":"11539370","quote_3_text":"While stopped due to traffic back up on the freeway i was rear ended at about 80 MPH luckily there was another car behind me…the air bags didn’t deploy at all and I’m wondering why?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-camshaft-engine-wear","label":"Camshaft and valvetrain wear leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718338","quote_1_text":"Rocker arms and lifters failed","quote_2_odi":"11709770","quote_2_text":"This complaint concerns a serious ongoing engine defect in my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with the 3.6L Pentastar engine. The vehicle experiences ongoing misfire, rough idle, loss of smooth engine operation, and valvetrain noise","quote_3_odi":"11660840","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, there was a misfire coming from the engine while accelerating, decelerating, idling, and while parked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling and no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739663","quote_1_text":"The internal fuel pump/fuel pump circuit on my 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee (VIN: [XXX] ) failed prematurely, resulting in a sudden and severe 'no-crank' safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11716397","quote_2_text":"Frequently, my vehicle would not start. It would crank for a lengthy period of time but the engine would not turn over to start","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655678","quote_1_text":"Power steering icon on dash unable to drive vehicle No Power Steering","quote_2_odi":"11682851","quote_2_text":"Component/System: Electrical Power Steering (EPS) – steering cuts in and out while driving","quote_3_odi":"11631971","quote_3_text":"Power Steering As I was making a right hand turn the red warning power steering icon flashed on the dash and I was unable to complete the right hand turn and proceeded to drift in to the oncoming traffic lane and ended up on the sidewalk facing the on coming traffic lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691335","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road my panoramic sunroof (not the moving piece but the stationary glass) spontaneously burst and shattered","quote_2_odi":"11570214","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the street and heard a loud noise almost like a gun shot","quote_3_odi":"11427987","quote_3_text":"The Sunroof exploded and a sound like a bomb or gun went off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-transfer-case-4wd","label":"Transfer case and 4WD system failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688728","quote_1_text":"Transfer case had to be replaced. Service 4 wheel drive light came on along with traction control warning","quote_2_odi":"11686455","quote_2_text":"Electronic stability and 4wd lights came on. Brought to dealership and the PTU is no longer working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard-shift and gear-engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576171","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure, vehicle will not start and will not shift into reverse, leaving driver stranded and stuck in vulnerable parked position","quote_2_odi":"11657437","quote_2_text":"While traveling Vehicle intermittent hard shifts, or no shifts, goes into neutral unexcitingly, sometimes no reverse. SES light on","quote_3_odi":"11639594","quote_3_text":"Service shifter light comes on, sometimes it makes the engine light come on and a message appears that says to safely stop the vehicle and put into park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2020-uconnect-delamination","label":"Uconnect touchscreen delamination and display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751140","quote_1_text":"The uconnect touch screen is delaminating. It is causing issues with being able to use the backup camera with accuracy because the delamination causes a visual distortion","quote_2_odi":"11710106","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety defect involving the Uconnect touchscreen in my Jeep Grand Cherokee. Due to screen delamination, the display can lag or freezes, including the rearview camera image","quote_3_odi":"11614113","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Jeep Grand Cherokee touch screen is delaminating. I have attempted to contact uConnect and Jeep","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-fuel-pump-stall-nostart","label":"Fuel pump stalling and no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11695933","quote_1_text":"Known common problem with 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokees, fuel pump issues. Vehicle fails to start when push button is pressed. After several attempts vehicle will start. These issue happens hundreds of times per year. Vehicle will stall while driving intermittently…","quote_2_odi":"11684306","quote_2_text":"Jeep's engine turned off while driving, was able to coast and use the brakes to come to a full stop. The engine turned off while driving in a tunnel in the mountains; it was very unsafe. There was no shoulder to pull off to, no extra space to walk around the car…","quote_3_odi":"11554398","quote_3_text":"Vehicle lost power and stalled on major highway during rush hour traffic. Would not restart. Due to the amount of traffic and sudden deceleration, vehicle was impaired on a major throughway. No warning lamps appeared and all sensors were within normal range prior to incident…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-headlight-high-beam","label":"Headlight and high beam function failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11623699","quote_1_text":"High beams will not activate while car is in \"Auto Headlamp\" mode. If you toggle the high beam stalk nothing happens. I have to physically hold the high beam stalk down for the lamps to work while in \"auto\" mode…","quote_2_odi":"11690738","quote_2_text":"The high beam lights are not working. Dealer said the shutter door internal to headlamp assemblies are unresponsive. BOTH headlamps went out at the same time. Dealer said they haven't seen any issues before with the high beams.","quote_3_odi":"11608251","quote_3_text":"My low beam headlight has blown for the second time now since owning the car. THIS IS NOT NORMAL!!! There clearly must be some electrical issue and I’m past the warranty. Headlights don’t blow like that. I’ve owned cars for over 6 years and never had a headlight blow.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11611847","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded and showered glass all over myself and my family. We were driving on the highway and it did not appear that anything hit the sunroof, it just exploded right from the center.","quote_2_odi":"11589624","quote_2_text":"The sunroof glass above the driver/front passenger seats suddenly exploded/shattered while driving on a highway at about 55 mph, for no apparent reason. The sunroof was closed at the time, same as the sun shade underneath it and it was not operated either.","quote_3_odi":"11548280","quote_3_text":"Sunroof randomly exploded while driving down the road with no other vehicles or objects nearby","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and EPS warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11526708","quote_1_text":"While driving on a major interstate going 75mph lost power steering suddenly and was unable to control the vehicle. Air alert went off stating they were not functioning. Adaptive cruise control stopped working, lane departure stopped working. Every single alert that could be…","quote_2_odi":"11625226","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that the power steering failure warning light had illuminated. While attempting to steer the vehicle, the steering wheel felt loose while driving at various speeds and the vehicle was difficult to steer…","quote_3_odi":"11548898","quote_3_text":"Power steering became unavaible with no warning upon turning on my car.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-suspension-steering-recall","label":"Suspension and steering Recall 24V132000 parts delay","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11585357","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V132000 (Suspension, Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was inspected…","quote_2_odi":"11574864","quote_2_text":"There is a Manufacturer Recall Number10B NHTSA Recall Number24V-132 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available. When calling the dealership to schedule the fix they said they don’t have one and don’t know when one will be available they haven’t been given that…","quote_3_odi":"11581969","quote_3_text":"There is an open recall and a remedy was released about 2 weeks ago. I have attempted to get this fixed but the dealership stated the manufacturer will only allow each dealership to order two parts at a time. There is an extensive waitlist resulting in the issue to continue…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Infotainment touchscreen and dash delamination","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11681562","quote_1_text":"have a delaminating touchscreen which is causing a safety issue.","quote_2_odi":"11527823","quote_2_text":"Leather Instrument Panel (IP) Cover Delaminating. Older models appear to have a service notice but the newer models do not.","quote_3_odi":"11563604","quote_3_text":"I am writing to file a complaint regarding an ongoing issue with the 10.1-inch infotainment screen in my Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The problem specifically pertains to the consistent disconnection of Android Auto, a critical feature for modern vehicle functionality…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2021-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard shift and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 395 total)","source_complaint_count":395,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700283","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure at 19,481 miles in my 2021Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4x4 V6. The vehicle has not been abused, and the mileage is low for its age. The symptoms—erratic shifting, limp mode, and “Service Transmission” warnings— are consistent with a known defect pattern…","quote_2_odi":"11654316","quote_2_text":"Since it was brand new it likes to shift hard into reverse or drive from park. Sometimes it shifts with NOTHING going on like it should Other times there is subtle thump into gear other times it's a harder thumb into gear. There is 2 or 3 levels of hard shift into gear. Valve…","quote_3_odi":"11642355","quote_3_text":"I drove my car out of my garage on the way to work and just outside my house, the transmission bucked when shifting from 3rd to 4th gear and the p0733 code appeared. I turned around and went home and took another car to work…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-aeb-unexpected-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11644937","quote_1_text":"Today was the SECOND time that my automatic emergency braking came on while I’m driving down the highway at 60 mph. The first time was in November. The roads were dry, no other cars coming toward me, driving on a straight stretch, with one car a safe distance behind","quote_2_odi":"11722121","quote_2_text":"I own a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee that is experiencing unintended automatic braking while driving. The crash detection/forward collision warning system shows a constant warning light on the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11674443","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle, several warning lights activated, the first being automatic emergency braking is disabled. The second warning light advised me to not turn the car off until I got to my destination","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-airbag-headrest-deployment","label":"Airbag or head restraint deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746415","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and attempting to buckle the driver’s seat belt, the headrest suddenly detached, causing the brackets to strike the contact on the head. The contact sustained a sore neck","quote_2_odi":"11724577","quote_2_text":"Front passenger head restraint deployed without any accident or reason. Just deployed without cause snapping a plastic bracket so it can’t be manually pushed back into place you have to purchase the entire component","quote_3_odi":"11680979","quote_3_text":"While parked my 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee, front passenger seat airbag deployed unexpectedly without any collision or impact. The deployment caused damage to the seat and could be a serious safety risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-driveline-vibration-steering","label":"Driveline vibration and steering component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11731100","quote_1_text":"The right PTU has failed out of nowhere causing a very loud pop and then grinding when driven. The vehicle was inspected by the jeep dealership last week to find that that was the issue. There was no warning or symptoms prior to the problem","quote_2_odi":"11646991","quote_2_text":"Our 2022 Grand Cherokee has been to Lithia Jeep of Reno for warranty service on seven occasions since October 29th, spanning 89 days, for a vibration issue which remains unresolved as of today","quote_3_odi":"11730454","quote_3_text":"Went to turn left at barely 5mph and steering locked up with my front wheels pushed outside of wheel well (driver wheel, passenger is facing in), causing a collision. Steering wheel won’t turn at all now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-hv-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage hybrid battery fire-risk recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11741906","quote_1_text":"This complaint involves a violation of safety recall obligations for Jeep Recall 68C (NHTSA Campaign 25V741000) concerning a high-voltage hybrid battery fire hazard","quote_2_odi":"11704594","quote_2_text":"Vehicle under recall for high voltage battery fire risk, no fix available, manufacturer instructs not to charge or park near structures","quote_3_odi":"11708620","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is subject to active recall 68C involving high-voltage battery fire risk in Jeep 4xe vehicles. Manufacturer has confirmed recall applies to this vehicle, but no remedy is currently available. I have been instructed to limit charging and parking due to risk of thermal…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-italian-language-bug","label":"Infotainment switch to Italian disabling collision warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754198","quote_1_text":"One of the most serious issues is that the vehicle will randomly switch the display language from English to Italian while I am driving","quote_2_odi":"11722477","quote_2_text":"known software glich known as \"the Italian Bug\" Car switches to Italian and disables FCW, paddle shifting and changes many features to metric, farenheit to celsius, psi to kpa, mph to kilometers, many features can be reset but not FCW and Paddle Shifting","quote_3_odi":"11709020","quote_3_text":"Issue has occurred at least 4 times: upon start, vehicle infotainment system appears in Italian language (difficult to revert to English as menu controls are now in a foreign language)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2022-loss-of-drive-power","label":"Sudden loss of drive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754402","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint because my 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Overland 4xe has developed a dangerous new defect following an official recall service: the engine completely dies while accelerating on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11735514","quote_2_text":"I, [XXX] was driving home from work on Friday, May 1st on [XXX] in [XXX] during heavy traffic when my vehicle suddenly shut off while traveling approximately 65–70 mph","quote_3_odi":"11729694","quote_3_text":"This is the third time that my jeep has completely shut off with no warning and in the middle of traffic. I am unable to turn on any hazard lights. The power goes completely out, and I am unable to put the car in neutral or anything to be safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-cabin-heat-defrost-loss","label":"Cabin heat and windshield defrost loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11713870","quote_1_text":"The heat does not work in my Jeep on electric or hybrid and it’s a coolant system failure. The parts fail and Jeep hasn’t been able to fix the problem after two attempts in service. It is frigid and the temperatures have plummeted and there is no heat working in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11705271","quote_2_text":"There is no heat in truck. It has something to do with the 2 way control valve. When driving you cannot defrost the front window when it fogs up and sometime freezes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-fire-while-parked","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11731128","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off in the driveway, she heard popping noises and saw smoke coming from underneath the vehicle near the rear passenger seat. The contact called the fire department, which responded and extinguished the fire","quote_2_odi":"11679413","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND UNOCCUPIED AND IT EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-front-sway-bar-failure","label":"Front sway bar assembly failure with clunking noise","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11744580","quote_1_text":"This is the 3rd internal mechanical failure of the front electronic disconnecting sway bar assembly on my Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe. The component keeps failing prematurely (most recently after only 3,000 miles), causing severe front-end looseness and clunking","quote_2_odi":"11684329","quote_2_text":"So i’ve been dealing with a clunk sound & suspension ride issue, they have change 3 sway bars & links & back shocks etc","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-hv-battery-drain","label":"High-voltage battery drain while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11734185","quote_1_text":"High Voltage Battery (hybrid battery) has excessive drain when parked. This was noticed after completing the 68C recall. In any temperature it drains 8-12% over 12 hours","quote_2_odi":"11745153","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has experienced continuous HV battery drainage since repaired under recall 68C on 2/9/26. Multiple follow up trips to the dealer and discussions with the Stellantis \"Star team\" have resulted in them informing me the vehicle is unfixable but \"safe\" to drive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-hv-battery-recall-remedy","label":"High-voltage battery fire-risk recall without remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11701424","quote_1_text":"Complaint Summary: Recall 68C – High Voltage Battery. Vehicle cannot be charged safely and must be parked away from structures due to fire risk. No repair or diagnostic procedure is available","quote_2_odi":"11703442","quote_2_text":"2 current recalls on my vehicle 68C and 78C are life threatening and the vehicle may catch on fire. Visiting the dealer today 12/6 - there is no solution for either","quote_3_odi":"11727811","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee has been out of service at a dealership since January 22 due to a safety recall involving the high-voltage battery. The manufacturer has no repair available and no estimated timeline","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-hybrid-propulsion-loss","label":"Hybrid system fault warning with loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11687462","quote_1_text":"Beginning in April 2025, the vehicle began displaying the warning “Service Hybrid Electrical System.” Shortly after the warning appears, the vehicle will often shut down completely while in operation","quote_2_odi":"11683868","quote_2_text":"Last Thursday (Aug 21), I was on the highway driving 70mph passing a semi when the same message came onto the screen & my vehicle shut completely off","quote_3_odi":"11667517","quote_3_text":"I was traveling on the highway at highway speed during peak commuting times when a notice to service hybrid system was displayed on the gauge cluster. The vehicle then lost all acceleration and shut down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-rear-coil-spring-detachment","label":"Rear coil spring detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11745622","quote_1_text":"The rear coil spring on the passenger side detached from the vehicle. The problem was confirmed by a repair shop. There was no warning whatsoever","quote_2_odi":"11669471","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 20 - 35 mph, the passenger side rear suspension coil spring fell off. When that happened, the vehicle sank on that side (rear, right side) and the coil spring and spring pad components projected outwards with force towards the road side","quote_3_odi":"11739987","quote_3_text":"The jeep was parked in our garage. When returning to the garage the right rear coil spring was laying on the garage floor. The jeep is stock. There was no accident or pothole event. The spring or mount broke or failed unexpectedly while the jeep was parked in our garage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2023-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":378,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11742925","quote_1_text":"As I was driving the warning system alerting me to BRAKE! came on and jerked the vehicle to a stop even though no one was in front of me and there were no cars next to me either. Extremely dangerous to have the vehicle stop out of the blue while driving 20 mph","quote_2_odi":"11671186","quote_2_text":"The 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe's Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system engaging while turning left when there was no car or pedestrian in front of us. This scared us as the car stopped in the middle of a large intersection putting us all in danger of potentially getting hit","quote_3_odi":"11668904","quote_3_text":"Was driving in a neighborhood and slowly turning at a 4 way stop, parking brake self engaged causing the car to slam to a stop and was unable to press gas","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-alm-aeb-fault","label":"Active Lane Management and AEB system faults","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743996","quote_1_text":"On XXX, at approximately 8:45 AM in [XXX], my wife was driving our 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. She was stopped at a red traffic light and, when the light turned green, proceeded to make a normal left turn through the intersection. While approximately halfway through the…","quote_2_odi":"11736418","quote_2_text":"The Active Lane Management (ALM) and Auto Emergency Braking (AEB) systems on this 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe fail repeatedly while the vehicle is in motion at highway speeds. The defect began at 384 miles. The ALM system will silently disable itself, and the AEB system forces…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage battery fire-risk recall (68C/25V-741)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11703529","quote_1_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe, which currently has a high-voltage battery fire-risk recall with no remedy available. This recall states the vehicle should not be parked in garages or near structures due to fire risk. This makes the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11699364","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is affected by Recall 25V-741 (FCA recall 68C), which involves a risk of high-voltage battery fire due to potential internal separator damage. FCA’s NHTSA filing instructs owners to refrain from recharging the battery and to park the vehicle away from structures or…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-battery-no-start","label":"12-volt battery no-start and slow crank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11745166","quote_1_text":"06/13/2026: THIRD EPISODE of 2024 Jeep GC Summit (Top of Line) Battery being COMPLETELY DEAD after 3-4 days of no driving. I bought my Jeep in 12/2025!? Another issue that others report is the DIFFICULTY of 'jumping' the battery/engine to give a start. We tried multiple times on…","quote_2_odi":"11638250","quote_2_text":"Car consistently will not start after sitting for more than 2 days. Cannot be immeaditly jump started. Talke to dealer and was told that is an ongoing issue with all Gran Cherokee's. A check of their car lot shows most cars needed to be jump started to show clients. They also…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-engine-sand-recall","label":"Engine sand-contamination recall (78C/25V-766)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11729228","quote_1_text":"I am [XXX] , lessee of a 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 4xe, VIN [XXX] . This vehicle is subject to three open safety recalls, including FCA Recall No. 78C (NHTSA 25V-766), which states the engine may be contaminated with sand from the casting process, leading to catastrophic…","quote_2_odi":"11722236","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding Recall 78C (NHTSA Recall 25V-766) affecting my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe. The recall states that engine block casting contamination may result in catastrophic engine failure, loss of propulsion, and possible engine fire. This recall…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion while driving in hybrid mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11713320","quote_1_text":"I am submitting a safety complaint regarding my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe (plug-in hybrid), VIN: 1C4RJYB69RC714841, due to repeated loss of propulsion events while driving, including during highway merging. On multiple occasions, the vehicle has: Shifted into neutral without…","quote_2_odi":"11655910","quote_2_text":"I was traveling on a highway at 65MPH in Hybrid mode. The car displayed a Service Hybrid Electric Vehicle System Warning Message along with several other system failure messages in rapid succession. The battery failure icon was also on. The car lost all power and started slowing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"jeep-grand-cherokee-2024-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":233,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747723","quote_1_text":"The entire rear passenger suspension failed creating over $8k in OEM replacement parts and labor. Less than two months later I am now experiencing the same issues on the drivers side","quote_2_odi":"11738198","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and un intended in a parking lot the vehicle passenger side rear coil spring detached independently No warning lights illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was towed to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-4xe-powertrain-shutdown","label":"4xe hybrid powertrain shutdown and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752292","quote_1_text":"There is a serious malfunction between the hybrid and electric systems. The engine is making a loud noise, and neither the hybrid nor electric mode functions properly","quote_2_odi":"11731155","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 70 mph on the highway, my 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe experienced a sudden and complete loss of power without warning. This created a dangerous situation with risk of collision","quote_3_odi":"11687165","quote_3_text":"My 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe began with an intense burning smell followed by the “Service Hybrid Electric Vehicle” warning light illuminating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748451","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle hydroplaned from another lane into the contact's lane, causing the contact's vehicle to crash into the oncoming vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11743113","quote_2_text":"I was driving at approximately 30 - 35mph when another car went through a stop sign causing a head on collision. I did not see the other car, therefore had no time to brake or maneuver away - the collision happened at the full speed I was driving","quote_3_odi":"11731282","quote_3_text":"Was in a head on collision with a lifted Silverado. my vehicle going 35 and other vehicle approximately going 50, took out almost my entire front driver side. No air bags Went off, accident happened @5:55am jeep app says “air bag failure” @ 6:08am","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage battery fire recall without available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710511","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee PHEV is subject to Safety Recall 78C/NHTSA 25V-766 for ENGINE FIRES caused by sand contamination in the 2.0L engine that can cause \"catastrophic engine failure\" and \"vehicle fire","quote_2_odi":"11702429","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has now been subject to two major battery-related safety recalls within the first year of lease: A “Stop Propulsion” recall that rendered the vehicle inoperable until a module replacement was performed","quote_3_odi":"11718466","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion at highway speed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753471","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has now experienced three separate incidents of sudden loss of propulsion while traveling at highway speeds, requiring it to be towed to the dealership on all three occasions","quote_2_odi":"11701086","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the rode going 30 miles per hour and my vehicle turned off. I lost all power","quote_3_odi":"11675624","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a red light, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete electrical failure. The engine stalled and all electronics, including the dashboard display and infotainment system, went completely dark","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746726","quote_1_text":"Our sunroof completely shattered for no reason. We were not hit by or with anything, we did not hit any objects, it just spontaneously broke","quote_2_odi":"11710579","quote_2_text":"I was driving at an estimated speed of 55mph when I heard what sounded like a gunshot or tire popping inside the vehicle. Next I felt glass hitting my face, head, neck, and hands","quote_3_odi":"11661179","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the highway and the sunroof just busted out of nowhere. There wasn’t any debris or anything around","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee","model_slug":"grand-cherokee","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-2025-transmission-shift-fail","label":"Transmission fails to engage, shift-to-park warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11654788","quote_1_text":"Traveling at around 55 MPH, slowed down for a stop light. Dash started flashing and beeping and stated \"shift to park then shift to desired gear.\" Could not accelerate, had to put in park then back in drive to keep moving. No check engine light","quote_2_odi":"11718177","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions, the transmission does not respond to gear changes such as moving from drive to reverse or park into drive. On those occasions, the D for drive would be blinking","quote_3_odi":"11698534","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving 68-69 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated to 11 MPH and went into LIMP Mode, shifted to park, and then shut off unintendedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Air bag inadvertent deployment or non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08-11 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756984","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, all the air bags inside the vehicle except the steering wheel air bag, inadvertently deployed, without the vehicle being involved in a crash. After the air bags deployment, the seat belts were no longer operating normally. There was…","quote_2_odi":"11723299","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a failure of the Steering Column Control Module (SCCM) in my 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Overland. The failure is manifesting as an error message saying \"service transmission\" and the code that it is throwing says that the paddle shifters are overheating. This…","quote_3_odi":"11679870","quote_3_text":"The airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-drivetrain-failure","label":"Drivetrain and transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08-04 → 2026-05-14","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735755","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 45 mph on a surface street and accelerating to cruising speed, the vehicle began shaking violently. There were loud mechanical noises from underneath the vehicle consistent with components coming apart. At the same time, the vehicle lost all ability…","quote_2_odi":"11737978","quote_2_text":"On April 24,2026 , as pull out my driveway heading to work  only to get a 1/4 mile from home car stopped in highway. As I power and restarted  tried to select a different gear never went in gear. Towed by to dealership as confirmed transmission was stuck with inly 67000. They…","quote_3_odi":"11678672","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH on an interstate and depressing the brake pedal to avoid a crash, the automatic emergency braking system suddenly engaged, and the vehicle experienced a drivetrain failure. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. There…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-engine-camshaft-misfire","label":"Engine camshaft and misfire failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05-13 → 2026-02-25","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684310","quote_1_text":"Jeep grand Cherokee L, the 3.7L V6 engine in the Jeep has experienced camshaft and valvetrain issues, often related to wear and lubrication problems.  Sides a ticking and rough running/banging engine. Caused by faulty camshafts. The company knows the cam shafts are faulty, in…","quote_2_odi":"11720408","quote_2_text":"As I ascended my first big hill, my engine light came on flashing and the ride became noticeably bumpy. I could not call anyone for many miles yet, so I put on my safety hazards and continued driving, hoping to make it to town. With each hill my car became more unstable and…","quote_3_odi":"11660650","quote_3_text":"Presented as camshaft position sensor with loss of power, poor acceleration and general misfires. After many weeks of diagnostic and repairs, turns out to be a problem with the camshaft intake. Specifically the entire cam kit. Appeared 1 week after purchase as a check engine…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-fcw-italian-language-reset","label":"Instrument cluster switching to Italian with FCW disable","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12-05 → 2026-05-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11694717","quote_1_text":"Randomly, and without warning, the instruments, gauges, and displays will switch to Italian along with cluster and radio display settings reverting to default settings, auto door locks and paddle shifter becomes inoperative (with no menu to enable), pedestrian emergency brake…","quote_2_odi":"11678995","quote_2_text":"Randomly, and without warning, the instruments, gauges, and displays will switch into a language I do not speak or understand (Italian). Coinciding with the switch to Italian language, cluster and radio display settings revert back to default settings, auto door locks and paddle…","quote_3_odi":"11735441","quote_3_text":"In May 2025 the vehicle randomly, and without warning, the instruments, gauges, and displays switched to Italian, changed to Metric, and we got the update and FCW Off light stuck on. Numerous other settings had been reset. Took to dealer and had to pay for the fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss with warning lights","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-12-05 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746605","quote_1_text":"While my wife was driving our 2021 Jeep Grand Cherokee on [XXX] northbound in NY on the way with our children to school, she experienced a loss of steering as the wheel became almost impossible to turn.  At the same time, the power steering light came on","quote_2_odi":"11705112","quote_2_text":"Started the vehicle and while pulling down the driveway the power steering suddenly went completely out. Warning lights began  flashing and I was unable to steer vehicle. Stopped vehicle and turned off several times, however unable to overcome power steering loss, or reset…","quote_3_odi":"11723426","quote_3_text":"After the vehicle was parked on my driveway overnight, I started driving and i got this Steering warning lights Service power steering messages Multiple electronic systems glitching at the same time I had to stop in the middle of the street because the steering wheel was super…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-seat-lumbar-inflation","label":"Seat lumbar system self-inflation and failure to deflate","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03-17 → 2026-06-22","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745614","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front passenger's seat lumbar system independently inflated and failed to deflate as intended. The contact stated that the excessive inflation caused the seat back pocket to fracture. Additionally, the contact…","quote_2_odi":"11737557","quote_2_text":"Passenger seat will always become inflated and will not deflate at times. The vehicle is shut down and seat is properly deflated, overnight it will return to inflated. This seems very unsafe for any passenger","quote_3_odi":"11686950","quote_3_text":"Drivers seat self inflate causing the seat belt to tighten mid drive . Causes severe back pain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2021-unexpected-park-engagement","label":"Vehicle unexpectedly shifting into park while in motion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06-19 → 2025-06-28","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11667880","quote_1_text":"My Jeep over the last year has automatically put itself into park while I’m driving down the highway! I’ve had near miss accidents due to this. No warning lights, no signs something is wrong. It just either slams itself into park and locks up, then won’t turn off","quote_2_odi":"11659289","quote_2_text":"While driving at 60mph, the vehicle became unresponsive and electronically shifted into park unexpectedly.  No warning lights were present, and the dealership's service department could not replicate the issue","quote_3_odi":"11668585","quote_3_text":"I hear the engine kick off and lost all acceleration (everything else was normal). Warning popped up on the dash that \"vehicle is not in park\". I put on my hazards, braked to a stop, put the vehicle in park (nothing happened), hit the push button to turn the vehicle off, waited…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-hybrid-battery-recall","label":"High-voltage battery pack recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624392","quote_1_text":"Chrysler issued recall impacting PHEV. Vehicle is unsafe to drive, battery pack is prone to fire, risk is reduced if battery is not fully charged, but not eliminated. Contacted Jeep, no expected repair until Q1 of 2025","quote_2_odi":"11623331","quote_2_text":"There is a recall in place for this issue but no remedy in place or timeline. This vehicle can start on fire anytime while driving or parked. This is not reparable at the moment but JEEP FCA need to help owners who cannot drive their cars since unsafe","quote_3_odi":"11626437","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with a Hybrid System not available message displayed. The vehicle was able to restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Unexpected loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11645230","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a nonstop history of unresolved electrical issues cause numerous warnings of failed systems, failure to start and randomly going into \"Limp mode\". It has been to the Jeep service shop 7 times so far","quote_2_odi":"11613039","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has intermittent issues whereby it will flash several icons (a Turtle, lightning bolt) and send a error message about throttling, then completely shut down during operation. This has been ongoing since a few months after I received the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11594121","quote_3_text":"Engine got really loud but idled would got shift out of 1st gear. Happened why accelerating after stopping. Traffic was moving at 45 -55 miles past me. And I was unable to pull over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-phantom-aeb-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616777","quote_1_text":"Driving down a road at 50mph during daylight hours. It was sprinkling and vehicle was in electric mode. There were no cars in front of me, or behind me at the time","quote_2_odi":"11479172","quote_2_text":"We have a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited. With the Automatic Emergency Braking system turned on, the vehicle slammed the brakes in the middle of an intersection almost causing an accident","quote_3_odi":"11476418","quote_3_text":"driving approximately 25 MPH on a road with a 30 MPH speed limit, cars are behind me, nobody is in front of me, the jeep suddenly slammed on its brakes to a full stop for absolutely no reason, cars behind me had to run off the road to avoid hitting me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700242","quote_1_text":"Recurring sudden loss of power steering assistance combined with simultaneous disablement of Electronic Stability Control (ESC), Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Active Lane Management, and Blind Spot Monitoring","quote_2_odi":"11507417","quote_2_text":"I drove the car in the morning with no issues for 45 mins. Later that day I started the car and three warning messages appeared-- SERVICE POWER STEERING, ACTIVE LANE MANAGEMENT UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED, & REAR BRAKING ASSIST UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11482454","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the message \"power steering unavailable, service required\" had suddenly displayed and the power steering malfunctioned","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-seat-lumbar-inflation","label":"Passenger seat lumbar bladder over-inflation","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757106","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat lumbar air bag randomly over inflates and doesn't deflate to the point where the seat in not usable. This caused pieces in the rear of the passenger seat to bow out and push the plastic cover off, touching rear seat which holds a car seat for a 2 year old","quote_2_odi":"11688663","quote_2_text":"Passenger lumbar support bladder bags blow up in their own causing seat leather to stretch and seat back to pop off. Took to dealership, the whole fuse and/or electrical panel related to passenger seat controls is faulty. This is the second time this has happened to my jeep","quote_3_odi":"11679004","quote_3_text":"The seat randomly inflated beyond capacity and actually pushed the plastic backing of the seat apart . There is no fail safe that prevented this issue from happening it kept inflating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651597","quote_1_text":"The sunroof exploded and shattered throughout the car while driving on the freeway, no other cars in front of me and no overhead bridges. Speed was approx 50 mph","quote_2_odi":"11649069","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, I heard a loud POP coming from the roof of my vehicle. I have a panoramic sunroof. I then pulled over and saw that my sunroof had shattered. The car is less than two years old","quote_3_odi":"11506875","quote_3_text":"The sunroof glass exploded during a highway drive. A sudden loud explosion sound caused a big disruption to me, the driver. The glass pieces fell inside the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-suspension-recall","label":"Rear coil spring and control arm suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706027","quote_1_text":"An incorrectly installed rear coil spring may detach from the vehicle while driving. Safety Risk Rear coil springs that detach from the vehicle while driving may result in a hazard to operators and occupants of other vehicles which can cause","quote_2_odi":"11577567","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH from a parking spot, the steering wheel became inoperable. The steering wheel failed to move","quote_3_odi":"11518949","quote_3_text":"Lower control arm bracket failed. Yes available for inspection. The adaptive cruse lane assist function malfunctioned. Yes available for inspection. I was injured. Police inspected the wheel and called it into question a manufacture defect in the police report","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2022-uconnect-fcw-reset","label":"Uconnect software reset disabling FCW and paddle shifters","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":216,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754910","quote_1_text":"Forward Collision Warning has been disabled since a forced OTA software update in August of 2024. Jeep has issued a STAR report to their dealers (S248A000013). Jeep acknowledges it is an issue, but fails to cover the remedy","quote_2_odi":"11748545","quote_2_text":"Randomly, and without warning, the instruments, gauges, and displays will switch into a language I do not speak or understand (Italian)","quote_3_odi":"11630862","quote_3_text":"The infotainment center went to error on Jeep with less than 60,000 miles. Owned from new 2 years. The infotainment center can not be accessed and it makes modifications on its own. Like choosing different language of Italian and using euro measurements","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09-01 → 2026-04-20","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685468","quote_1_text":"While making a left turn into a busy intersection with a green arrow signal, my car applied emergency braking, slamming all of us in the car forward, locked up tires, in the middle of the intersection, with a car right behind me! I have no idea how we were not rear ended! There…","quote_2_odi":"11723713","quote_2_text":"Traveling at about 10-15 mph through a parking lot looking for a place to park. When 3 pedestrians crossed in front of my Jeep causing the Jeep to violently and abruptly stop. This violent and unexpected stop caused me to be thrown forward and then back which immediately caused…","quote_3_odi":"11665371","quote_3_text":"My vehicle randomly throws on the parking brake while driving.  I have almost been rearended because of it. In order to get the parking brake to release i have to shut off the vehicle and wait 30 seconds then when I restart it, it releases.  I get a message on my dashboard when…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system loss of assist and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06-06 → 2026-08-04","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754867","quote_1_text":"When we applied the brakes , there was no assist, we had to depress the pedal all the way down and basically stand on it to slow down and still ended up stopping partway through an intersection due to the lack of power brakes, we were extremely fortunate there was no other…","quote_2_odi":"11682081","quote_2_text":"The brake pedal went completely to the floor, and no braking occurred. At the same time, the following warning lights and messages suddenly appeared on the dashboard:  - “Service Park Brake”   - “Service ABS”   - “Service Electronic Stability Control”   - “Auto Hold Unavailable”…","quote_3_odi":"11727116","quote_3_text":"while driving my 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L on the [XXX] , at approximately 65 mph, a ring (like a washer) detached from the brake pedal. This caused the vehicle to suddenly lose braking capability. Right after I attempted to brake the vehicle on the highway, the ABS light…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-defroster-hvac-inoperative","label":"Defroster and climate control inoperative","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12-03 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702759","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the defrost system became inoperable. The contact stated that the system functioned intermittently during warmer weather; however, in colder temperatures, the defroster failed to operate. The contact was concerned that the…","quote_2_odi":"11755272","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the climate control was inoperable, and the odometer was flashing on the instrument panel. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the diagnostic result was unknown.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-electrical-system-failures","label":"Electrical system failures affecting multiple vehicle functions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-10-06 → 2026-07-20","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750943","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle displayed a \"Service Shifter\" warning with no prior warning lamps or symptoms. The transmission then dropped out of Drive into Neutral on its own while the vehicle was moving, causing it to roll before the vehicle automatically shifted itself into Park…","quote_2_odi":"11728673","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has experienced repeated electrical system failures affecting engine operation, safety systems, and interior electronics from April 2025 through April 2026.  Details: April 2025 (under warranty): Vehicle lost power and died. Dealership replaced batteries.  December 2025…","quote_3_odi":"11700451","quote_3_text":"Malfunction of the Steering Column Control Module causing a disconnect with all associated components such as causing wipers to run continuously on max, and all listed functions stopped working including; SOS, Jeep Assist, blind spot, high & low beams, brake lights, turn…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-infotainment-screen-resets","label":"Infotainment screen blackouts and system resets","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10-08 → 2026-06-29","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719230","quote_1_text":"From the beginning of ownership, this vehicle has experienced repeated infotainment and system failures that directly impact driver safety, including: The infotainment screen pixelating, freezing, and restarting while the vehicle is in motion A documented incident where the…","quote_2_odi":"11701410","quote_2_text":"Since I bought the vehicle in February 2025 I have reported the infotainment screen failure/ going black while driving. I immediately reported it to my salesman and had it assessed by my local dealership as well about it. They told me it was up to date and they could not find…","quote_3_odi":"11747227","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited has had an issue since I purchased it in March 2024 that has a loud booming sound that comes out of the speakers when you turn it on.  It exceeds 70 dBA when it happens and causes me ear pain.  My dealer has reported it numerous times and it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-rear-coil-spring-detachment","label":"Rear coil spring detachment while driving or parked","component_code":"SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:COIL SPRINGS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-03-24 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752525","quote_1_text":"The coil spring on the rear passenger side has become detached from my 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Limited. I was unaware that it had happened when I started to drive and could hear something kind of bouncing around. When I got out of the vehicle to see what was going on, I could…","quote_2_odi":"11748791","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger coil spring popped out and became lodged in the tire while driving.  We were driving on the Whitestone expressway and the car came to a resisted halt.  This could have caused severe injury if I had not been in the lane and came to a slowdown to allow a car to…","quote_3_odi":"11684254","quote_3_text":"On August 18, 2025, the rear suspension coil detached and fell off in my driveway. I had the vehicle repaired at an authorized Jeep dealership. However, on **August 31, 2025 — just 13 days later — the exact same coil spring detached again, this time while I was driving at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"gcl-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Accelerator pedal unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07-18 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755305","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving 20-25 MPH, the accelerator pedal became stuck, and the vehicle drove through a stop sign and intersection, swerving into a farm, and crashed into a pole in order to bring the vehicle to a stop. After removing her foot from the…","quote_2_odi":"11674502","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds in stop-and-go traffic, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated on its own. As a result, the contact briefly lost control of the vehicle and collided with the rear of the vehicle ahead. The vehicle then continued to accelerate…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-adas-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance system false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11740935","quote_1_text":"This car slams the breaks to a stop in the middle of an intersection while turning left with other cars across the intersection also turning left. It thinks we will hit but we are not going to. This has happened twice","quote_2_odi":"11725870","quote_2_text":"Active Lane Management disengages itself upon start up. Sometimes says needs servicing - message disappears upon car restarting. Car states key fob is not in vehicle when it is","quote_3_odi":"11683580","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee was having failures with the Active Lane Management and Park Sense features not turning on. A visit to the service department revealed failures with both the front and rear facing cameras","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749636","quote_1_text":"I lost control and spun around twice before violently hitting a guard rail, perpendicular to the driver's side of my vehicle. The side/door airbags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11744195","quote_2_text":"September 2025 Collision (side impact) where airbags failed to deploy resulting in injury to driver and two children","quote_3_odi":"11685499","quote_3_text":"This accident did not trigger ANY safety features for my vehicle. No: Automatic Emergency Breaking Forward Collision Warning Air Bag Deployment SOS activation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Dead battery and no-start after parking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749060","quote_1_text":"Dead Battery. The Telematics Bix Module (TBM) is failing to properly shut off when the car is parked. Therefore it induces a parasitic drain on the battery","quote_2_odi":"11700268","quote_2_text":"On two occasions after sitting overnight, the vehicle dash did not light up and would not start. Roadside was called on one occasion and was not able to jump start the car after about 40 minutes of trying","quote_3_odi":"11670032","quote_3_text":"Battery going dead when vehicle is parked Infotainment system freezing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and rear brake component damage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744355","quote_1_text":"On XXX at approximately 630pm during rush-hour traffic crossing the XXX on [XXX], my 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited L (11,800 miles) the brake pedal went to the floor and the vehicle would not stop normally. The vehicle was towed to the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11731261","quote_2_text":"2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit Reserve was parked before a snow / ice storm and when we went to drive it 5 days later, after the storm, it would not move and made a loud explosion noise when I pressed the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"11707727","quote_3_text":"I noticed immediately that my brake pedal felt mushy and went nearly to the floor. Basically it felt like an old car with no power brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-cold-start-boom-noise","label":"Loud booming noise at cold engine start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720484","quote_1_text":"This is a safety issue as around 20% of the time at cold start the car emits an extremely loud booming base sound that lasts 20-30 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11649670","quote_2_text":"When starting the SUV on a cold morning (1st start ) the engine will make a loud bass sound for a few seconds then disappears at times it will sound like SUV will blow up and it is not coming from the radio because I have the radio off and it doesn't happen at every 1st start","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-display-screen-malfunction","label":"Infotainment and instrument display malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745711","quote_1_text":"Significant electrical issues. Screens randomly turn off and flicker which prevents driver from being able to see vehicle status including speed","quote_2_odi":"11643259","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system at times will blank out black. While it doesn’t last more than a few seconds it does happen often","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-loss-of-power","label":"Unexpected loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11651379","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly shut off without warning, causing a loss of power, steering, and braking assistance, creating a serious risk of collision. This could have resulted in a major accident, especially at higher speeds or in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11689645","quote_2_text":"The car randomly stopped while I was going 50 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. The car then would not allow me to move off of the high way or put the care in neutral","quote_3_odi":"11658093","quote_3_text":"My car shutdown from automatic braking and would not move, crank or engage into neutral. I was driving, turning at an intersection with the flow of traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2024-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11724070","quote_1_text":"In July 2025 with only 15,330 miles, I was driving my vehicle leaving a parking lot and I suddenly lost power steering assist in my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11717549","quote_2_text":"All lights came on when starting vehicle. Had no power steering, blind spot monitors failed, etc","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-abs-fcw-failure","label":"ABS and forward-collision braking system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679471","quote_1_text":"While driving on the Belt Parkway towards Coney Island in stop-and-go traffic at approximately 25–35 mph, the vehicle in front slowed and came to a stop. The distance to the vehicle ahead was more than two car lengths","quote_2_odi":"11688770","quote_2_text":"Updates to the case#11679471. Since my initial report, Jeep arranged for an independent technician to retrieve and review the Event Data Recorder (EDR) from our vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11706291","quote_3_text":"The Forward Collision Warning (FCW) and Emergency Braking does not function, and we believe it has never function properly since we purchased the vehicle NEW on 8/22/25","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-electrical-lockup","label":"Key fob failure and vehicle electrical lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749107","quote_1_text":"On XXX, the vehicle was parked with my wife and young children inside. Upon starting it, the vehicle would not shift into gear, the steering wheel locked, and the front windows stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11702764","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is experiencing multiple dangerous electrical and drivetrain failures that occur intermittently and without warning. The issues began the day of purchase purchase and continue to worsen","quote_3_odi":"11708108","quote_3_text":"The problem is that both key fobs randomly stop working, preventing reliable access to and operation of the vehicle. The failure is intermittent and unpredictable, which makes it especially concerning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756029","quote_1_text":"The car started having engine issues. Car wouldn’t start. Had it towed to the dealership which replaced the engine after the dealership had it for a month","quote_2_odi":"11752396","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Grand Cherokee L. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the engine surged and RPM revved above 7,000 RPM, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11696974","quote_3_text":"Vehicle shuts off intermittently without warning. Random dash warning lights will flash, but not stay on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-fuel-system","label":"Fuel economy shortfall and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674629","quote_1_text":"Vehicle claims it is supposed to get a combined 22 mpg. However after having it for over three months now. We have yet to get vehicle to get above 17.5 mpg","quote_2_odi":"11661078","quote_2_text":"We leased this car in April of 2025. When we got the car it had a strong smell like gasoline. The dealer said it would go away in a few days","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and windshield glass failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719324","quote_1_text":"We were driving and heard a loud bang and the sunroof exploded. No other cars were near. No item like a rock was found anywhere near by","quote_2_odi":"11688416","quote_2_text":"Was driving in normal weather conditions, no rain, no hail, no snow, no inclement weather whatsoever. During daylight hours, plenty of visibility. Was driving with no other vehicles around and my windshield cracked","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Cherokee L","model_slug":"grand-cherokee-l","cluster_id":"grand-cherokee-l-2025-infotainment-glitch","label":"Infotainment display and backup camera glitch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748201","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system glitch Screen blacks out Auto start/stop doesn’t work Key fobs glitch Vehicle jerks (I’m guessing it’s sensing something that isn’t there, but no one seems to know) Doors unlock themselves Alerts “key fob not detected” while driving and while parked","quote_2_odi":"11737619","quote_2_text":"The Uconnect infotainment system is glitchy, blacks out, and has restarted itself. The dealership I purchased it from has currently had now for a 3rd time and over 30 days","quote_3_odi":"11693015","quote_3_text":"A software error has caused the rearview image not to display when it is placed in reverse. This may cause harm to both driver and passenger in the vehicle due to an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/grand-cherokee-l","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"ADAS false brake activation and safety system warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04-07 → 2025-03-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648009","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle(speed does not matter as this has occurred while standing at a stop light)  all safety warning lights illuminate on the dash and render all of my safety features inoperative.  This includes: ABS, Forward Collision Avoidance, Rear Collision Avoidance…","quote_2_odi":"11642013","quote_2_text":"The vehicle came to a screeching stop with no visible reason for doing so. Three cars behind me also had to come to an abrupt and dangerous stop to avoid me.   I pulled out of my driveway, began to drive, reached 10 mph, then came to a full brake, causing tires to screech","quote_3_odi":"11515937","quote_3_text":"Going down Highway at 40 mph and no cars in front of us or besides us and vehicle activates brakes out of no where. Jeep is been at dealer for last week and unsure what happened and are reluctant to return it to us not knowing if it will do It again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-brake-steering-loss","label":"Loss of brakes and power steering during driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06-09 → 2025-12-29","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11593937","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the instrument cluster was flashing \"Systems Disabled\" and the steering was difficult to turn. The contact depressed the brake pedal to slow the vehicle however, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11707483","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the ABS, the ESC, and the Parking Brake warnings illuminated. The contact stated that the brake pedal felt loose and travelled to the floorboard upon depression; however, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11589172","quote_3_text":"Lost brakes and steering going 55 mph, and then many warning lights were on the screen saying that different systems were disabled.  Was able to coast vehicle to a safe location. Had vehicle towed to dealership 4/29","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-electrical-shutdown","label":"Complete electrical shutdown and no-start events while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08-24 → 2026-04-14","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719041","quote_1_text":"The entire vehicle just shut down.  EVERYTHING - completely dark.  Steering went out.  Brakes went out.  I had to get the car to basically drift to a shoulder and slow down gradually in a spot where we would be safely out of the way of traffic.  Again no brakes or steering and…","quote_2_odi":"11683553","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has already required fourteen warranty visits, with thirty-one days out of service and twenty repeat repairs. The problems include multiple no-crank/no-start events that have left me stranded, four premature battery failures, and ongoing electrical malfunctions…","quote_3_odi":"11594130","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the instrument cluster, Wi-Fi, A/C, Cruise Control, and Navigation System went blank, and failed to display any information. The contact stated that the vehicle had not lost power. The contact stated that the failure was constant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall, power loss, and turbocharger failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12-31 → 2025-11-10","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698484","quote_1_text":"my SUV has experienced repeated engine warning lights, loss of power, and now complete turbo failure—all within 57,300 miles and under warranty. Soon after purchase (used, low mileage), the check engine light began appearing repeatedly. The dealership (Jeep Pearson, Broad…","quote_2_odi":"11499656","quote_2_text":"We were driving on I-70 near Burlington, CO when the message on the did ash read something to the effect of put the car in park. There were no other warning lights. Immediately, the car began to lose power and white smoke started to come out of the exhaust. We were able to get…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-ghost-climate-infotainment","label":"Infotainment and climate control unintended input changes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11-07 → 2025-03-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11504045","quote_1_text":"When the climate control a/c is set to manual mode it will have a \"ghost\" control which will randomly change settings, it changes the set temperature - recirculating mode - a/c on and off - fan speed - fan direction (windshield, face, feet) - and will also apply to the rear…","quote_2_odi":"11648009","quote_2_text":"When it does this, I loose all settings including profiles and SiriusXM programmed stations.  I've done a master reset on the Infotainment system and have had it back to the dealership, but it still has not been 100% resolved.  This is a safety risk when it blacks out as I loose…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-seat-lumbar-inflation","label":"Front seat lumbar bladder self-inflation","component_code":"SEATS, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11-25 → 2026-06-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725438","quote_1_text":"The front passenger seat lumbar/massage system malfunctioned and inflated without user input to maximum capacity. The lumbar air bladder became over-pressurized and created a large, hard, immovable bulge in the center of the seatback. The system will not properly deflate and…","quote_2_odi":"11701401","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after entering the vehicle, it was discovered that the front passenger's side seat lumbar section had erroneously bulged outward making the front passenger’s seat extremely uncomfortable. Additionally, the contact stated while seated, the front…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2022-windshield-distortion","label":"Front windshield optical distortion affecting driver visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02-23 → 2024-08-16","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609008","quote_1_text":"The front windshield in our vehicle is severely distorted and causes other vehicles and objects to appear to be in different positions when viewing objects greater than 30° from the center of the driver's perspective. This is a well-documented manufacturing issue with the early…","quote_2_odi":"11573595","quote_2_text":"The windshield has distortion in it. This is visible from the outside and the inside of the vehicle. This is an EXTREME hazard one that can easily cause an accident as it alters the depth perception of items within the windshield. A passenger riding in the front seat can…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690105","quote_1_text":"AEB system engaged emergency braking for no apparent reason when traveling at >35mph on a busy road with the flow of traffic. My face actually hit the steering wheel and a car traveling behind me barely stopped in time to avoid rear ending me.","quote_2_odi":"11572196","quote_2_text":"It has been activating it's emergency braking system randomly while driving. One time it was on a road with a 55mph speed limit the car beeped and slammed on the brakes. Morning sunny no traffic car was clean and free of dirt.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system loss of effectiveness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689771","quote_1_text":"My brakes stoped working yesterday. The petal went to the floor and there were NO brakes. I was able to put the car in park and stop its movement. The vehicle is at the dealership. This is what they told me- BCSM AND ELECTRONIC BRAKE BOOSTER FAILURE. C0021","quote_2_odi":"11632484","quote_2_text":"While driving 25mph, the brakes went out. 2 warning lights came up \" service electronic stability control\" followed by \"service anti-lock brake system\" We were able to pull into another lane and still to a stop but vehicle was not responding to brake being floored.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-electrical-multi-system-failure","label":"Multi-system electrical failure and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698447","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shuts off and puts itself in park at intersections while pulling across traffic. Multiple warning lights. 4x4 faults, power steering faults, auto start/stop faults etc. happened once just after I let off the brakes to start moving and lost power brakes","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-engine-shutdown-overheat","label":"Engine shutdown and overheating while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11536090","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 75 MPH on a road trip, the vehicle made an abnormal beeping sound, failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal, and lost motive power. The messages \"Power Steering Service Required\" and \"Electronic Stability Control Service Required\" were displayed…","quote_2_odi":"11615314","quote_2_text":"Vehicle overheats while driving and completely stops in the middle of the road with no time to pull over safely. This is the second time it has happened in a year of owning it. Check engine light has been on since the first time it overheated and dealers say they don't know why.","quote_3_odi":"11678825","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 65 MPH on the highway, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the thermostat had failed, causing the engine to overheat.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss without warning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11575930","quote_1_text":"This has happened twice to me already. first time in 10/23 and again 3/2024. power steering failed without notice while driving making it very hard to control the vehicle. Had to have it towed both times to the dealership for repairs.","quote_2_odi":"11552600","quote_2_text":"Went to start the vehicle, and there was no power steering at all. Several warnings on the dash to have it serviced. Had a tow truck come take it to the nearest Chrysler Dealership for service. Waiting for diagnosis","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-seat-airbag-overinflation","label":"Driver and passenger seat cushion overinflation","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694712","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway to pick up my children from school, the driver-side back cushion (airbag/cushion system) in my seat unexpectedly deployed or inflated with significant force, striking my back. The impact was strong enough to leave a visible mark, which I have documented with photographs…","quote_2_odi":"11738732","quote_2_text":"The front seat has air bags in it for massage and adjustment features. These airbags expand and cant be adjusted down pushing you into the sterering making it unsafe to drive.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2023-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Driver-side sun visor detachment while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11676442","quote_1_text":"The driver side sunvisor comes loose and dangles causing an unsafe driving condition. Dealership has repaired multiple times but it continues to happen. It is an inherent design flaw that is going to cause accidents and ultimately loss of life.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741221","quote_1_text":"Both battery continue to drain. The dealer has replace the batteries five times. My car has been at the dealer repeatedly. Most recent incident the vehicle has been with the dealer since April 10, 2026. As of today June 1, 2026 it still remains at the dealer.","quote_2_odi":"11705990","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has ongoing electrical and battery system problems that cause safety and driver-assistance systems to malfunction or shut off unexpectedly. The vehicle has repeatedly been found dead after short periods of non-use, requiring jump starts and battery replacement.","quote_3_odi":"11678367","quote_3_text":"I recently purchased the vehicle in May 2025. It was a dealer car from original purchase. One month after purchasing [June 2025] the vehicle the car would not start. I called in roadside assistance to jump start the car. I took the car to a Jeep dealership for servicing.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-forward-collision-false-alert","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11738926","quote_1_text":"Incident: Frontal collision with a boulder at 30 MPH. 1. Component/System failure & Inspection Availability The primary failure was the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS); the driver’s frontal airbag failed to deploy during a high-energy frontal impact.","quote_2_odi":"11686079","quote_2_text":"This issue happened 3 times in a matter of 2 months. All 3 happened in 3 different intersections. While turning left in the intersection (oncoming traffic also turning left) the vehicle jerks to a full stop in the middle of the intersection with a \"Crash Detected\" message…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-keyfob-infotainment-glitch","label":"Key fob non-response and infotainment system freeze","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11724679","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions my vehicle has not recognized the key fob when I have been at the vehicle. I have actually been standing by it trying to open the door and it would not respond. Even if I was holding the key fob in my hand next to the door it would not respond.","quote_2_odi":"11703040","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer. The contact stated that intermittently, the back-over prevention camera and navigational system froze, the speedometer was blank, and the air conditioner was inoperable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-loss-of-power-driving","label":"Sudden loss of power or engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745417","quote_1_text":"On June 18, 2026, I was driving my 2024 Grand Wagoneer on a busy city road. As I approached a busy intersection, I stopped at the red light. When I attempted to move forward when the light turned green, it moved a few feet (putting us in the middle of the intersection), the…","quote_2_odi":"11740434","quote_2_text":"Car engine completely shuts down at highway speeds sudden loss of throttle/power at highway speed * RPM surging or erratic behavior * dashboard/light flickering * vehicle entering limp mode or shutting down * no-start condition afterward * then the vehicle “magically” works…","quote_3_odi":"11709320","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2024 Jeep Wagoneer, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of power without warning. The engine shut off while the vehicle was in motion, including during a turn. When this occurred, I lost power steering, which made the vehicle difficult to control…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-power-seat-folding-defect","label":"Second- and third-row power seat release and folding defect","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741608","quote_1_text":"The second-row passenger side seat release button is non-functional. Third-row passengers cannot exit without this button — it is inoperable, and they cannot reach the manual lever due to insufficient space. Third-row passengers are physically trapped and cannot self-evacuate…","quote_2_odi":"11729975","quote_2_text":"This situation is similar to the recent Palisade SUV recall: The seat folding system operates when the button is pressed, even if the seat is occupied. The system does not detect the presence of a seated passenger and allows the seat to fold in both 2nd and 3rd rows.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-thermostat-overheating","label":"Thermostat failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11733287","quote_1_text":"The thermostat failed causing the vehicle to go into a reduced power mode while climbing a hill with a trailer. The dealer has a technical service bulletin for this issue but the overheating can call engine damage or an accident when the vehicle has reduced power.","quote_2_odi":"11695427","quote_2_text":"Our car overheated because of a faulty thermostat leaving us on the side of the road stranded with kids in the car. We had to have the car towed.","quote_3_odi":"11639129","quote_3_text":"While driving my kids to school on the freeway I received an alert telling me that my engine was overheating! I was barely given any warning of the rising temperature to allow myself to pull over safely.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Grand Wagoneer","model_slug":"grand-wagoneer","cluster_id":"grand-wagoneer-2024-water-intrusion-headlight","label":"Water intrusion in headlight assembly and wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11729143","quote_1_text":"2024 Jeep Grand Wagoneer L Obsidian. Water intrudes into the left headlight assembly through a defective seal, destroying the LED driver module (OEM part #68590086AD) and burning the internal wiring harness connector.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/grand-wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-abs-esc-warning-lights","label":"ABS/ESC warning lights with brake sensor malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11372276","quote_1_text":"YESTERDAY MY ABS AND ESB LIGHTS CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"11052132","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING THE ABS BAS ESP STOPPED WORKING AND THE LIGHTS CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"10967887","quote_3_text":"MY ANTI SKID, ABS, AND ESP LIGHTS ARE ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment or improper deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11754588","quote_1_text":"However, none of the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11113105","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED SEVERE FRONT END DAMAGE; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11499527","quote_3_text":"The contact stated upon crashing into the vehicle before her, the air bags exploded and propelled burning chemicals","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-ball-joint-control-arm-failure","label":"Front and rear lower ball joint and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":98,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11730737","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was diagnosed by a certified mechanic, and the contact was informed that the driver's side ball joint was detaching and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11265833","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE PORTION OF THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED ONTO THE TIRE AND THE LOWER BALL JOINTS FRACTURED","quote_3_odi":"11638430","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the freeway at 70 mph, and suddenly my car (2006 Jeep Liberty) felt as if the rear end was dragging and I began to lose control of my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-fuel-tank-overflow","label":"Fuel tank filler neck overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11685852","quote_1_text":"Every time I pump gas it spits back out at me","quote_2_odi":"11373818","quote_2_text":"GASTANK ALWAYS OVERFLOWS WHEN FILLING AT ANY GAS STATION","quote_3_odi":"10965868","quote_3_text":"GASOLINE WILL ALWAYS BLOW OUT OF THE FILLER WHEN FUELING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-ignition-key-stuck-in-park","label":"Ignition key stuck in park due to shifter interlock failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11217252","quote_1_text":"IGNITION KEY INTERLOCK. CANT TAKE KEY OUT OF IGNITION DUE TO GEAR SHIFT INTERLOCK","quote_2_odi":"11171741","quote_2_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"10957233","quote_3_text":"CAR CAN NOT BE PLACED IN PARK AND HAVE IT STAY THERE, KEY WILL NOT COME OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2006,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2006-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":1371,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11418565","quote_1_text":"Power both rear Window Regulators malfunction and in same month failed for 2006 Jeep Liberty SPORT UTILITY 4WD 4-DR windows failed down while driving , with occupants","quote_2_odi":"11110693","quote_2_text":"3 OUT OF THE 4 WINDOW REGULATORS IN MY JEEP HAVE MECHANICALLY BROKEN INSIDE THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11025186","quote_3_text":"BOTH REAR WINDOW MOTORS HAVE FAILED. THE WINDOWS SLIDE DOWN INTO THE DOORS STATIONARY, AND OR DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10295902","quote_1_text":"2010 JEEP LIBERTY WITH ONLY 1,939 MILES ON THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHILE UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE DRIVER WAS STRUCK IN THE HEAD WITH THE AIR BAG","quote_2_odi":"10909641","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT ARM AND MULTIPLE BRUISES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"11488016","quote_3_text":"Airbag light goes on and off. Is not throwing a code on advanced scan tool. Also at times does not recognize the key has been removed from the ignition, and that appears to be a fault with the ignition key pin in the housing which Chrysler wants $1,000 or more to replace","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and premature rear brake wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10380037","quote_1_text":"WHILE BACKING DOWN A DRIVEWAY, MY BRAND NEW JEEP LIBERTY'S SERVICE BRAKE DID NOT WORK AND I WAS ONLY STOPPED AFTER HITTING A POLE","quote_2_odi":"10446004","quote_2_text":"IT WAS LIGHT TO MEDIUM RAIN WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT WHERE TRAFFIC TOOK OFF AND HAD TO STOP SOON AFTER. AS SOON AS I HIT MY BRAKES THE ABS KICKED IN INCREASING THE STOPPING DISTANCE OF MY JEEP CAUSING ME TO REAR END ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10584458","quote_3_text":"I HAVE TO KEEP REPLACING THE REAR BRAKE PADS EVERY 9000 MILES. THE DEALER COULD NOT FIND OUT WHY AND SAID MANY DO IT. I CALLED THE MFG AND THEY WERE NO HELP EITHER. I HAVE TO REPLACE THE REAR PADS EVERY 9 TO 10000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-fuel-tank-overflow","label":"Fuel tank overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10839188","quote_1_text":"FUEL BLOWS BACK EXPLOSIVELY WHILE FILLING TANK. DEALER REPORTS CHECK VALVE IN INSIDE THE GAS TANK NOT ON THE FILLER NECK AND THAT REPLACING FUEL TANK IN ONLY WAY TO FIX. COST ESTIMATE $1370, PLUS $146.50 TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM FOR A TOTAL OF $1,517.31","quote_2_odi":"10505444","quote_2_text":"FOR THE PAST TWO MONTHS EVERYTIME I FILL MY FUEL TANK IT OVERFLOWS DRAMATICALLY. WHILE FILLING THE TANK I ALWAYS FOLLOW THE PRESCRIBED SAFETY MEASURES - I DO NOT PUT ANYTHING UNDER THE HANDLE THAT MECHANICALLY HOLDS THE NOZZLE OPEN","quote_3_odi":"10448970","quote_3_text":"THE GAS TANK OVERFLOWS EVERY TIME YOU FILL IT UP WITH GAS. NO MATTER WHO FILLS IT UP OR WHAT GAS STATION I GO TO, WHEN THE GAS PUMP SHUTS OFF THE GAS IS SPILLING OUT OF THE TANK. THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-heater-core-coolant-leak","label":"Heater core and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10637036","quote_1_text":"DURING PRODUCTION OF MOST JEEP MODELS USING THE JR ENGINES, THERE WAS AN ISSUE IN THE COOLING SYSTEM CAUSING BLOCKAGE OF THE HEATER CORE, RADIATOR, ENGINE BLOCK, THERMOSTAT, AND/OR WATER PUMP","quote_2_odi":"10715756","quote_2_text":"IT WAS THE MIDDLE OF AUGUST 2013- SUPER HOT OUTSIDE AND MY CAR STARTED LEAKING ANTIFREEZE ALL OVER THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR. THE AC STOPPED WORKING! TURNS OUT THE HEATER CORE HAD TO BE REPLACED. COST OVER $800","quote_3_odi":"10670825","quote_3_text":"COOLANT LEAK- TOOK TO CARMAX SERVICE IN HILLSIDE,IL FOR DIAGNOSIS INFORMED THAT THE COOLANT WAS LEAKING FROM WATER PUMP. SERVICE CONSULTANT INFORMED ME THAT HE SPOKE TO A GUY FROM JACK PHELAN DEALERSHIP IN COUNTRYSIDE, IL AND WAS INFORMED THAT BY SEARCHING MY VIN NUMBER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-skyslider-roof-leak","label":"Sky Slider retractable roof leak and detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11230313","quote_1_text":"THE SKY SLIDER ROOF IS MALFUNCTIONING AND GETTING WORSE AND WORSE. IT IS NOW LEAKING AND I FEAR IT MIGHT COME OFF EVENTUALLY. CHRYSLER JEEP NO LONGER OFFERS PARTS TO REPAIR AND NO ONE CAN FIX THE ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10473034","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE ROOF OF THE VEHICLE BLEW OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY AND THERE WAS NOTHING THAT COULD BE DONE","quote_3_odi":"11101141","quote_3_text":"THE SKYSLIDER FABRIC ROOF LEAKS OFTEN. THERE ARE WATER STAINS ON THE UPHOLSTERY. IT DOES NOT SEEM TO FIT CORRECTLY ANY MORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-tipm-power-loss","label":"TIPM failure causing loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10817313","quote_1_text":"STARTED VEHICLE AND DROVE ABOUT 1/4 OF A MILE. THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AND I HAD TO MANUALLY STEER IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. CAR WOULD NOT START AND POWER TO EVERYTHING WAS LOST","quote_2_odi":"10726566","quote_2_text":"FIRST INCIDENT WAS IN NOVEMBER TO WHERE MY HEADLIGHTS QUIT WORKING. I SWITCHED OUT THE DUAL SWITCH BUT THAT DID NOT HELP AND THEN TRIED CLEANING AND SWITCHING THE RELAYS AROUND IN THE TIPM AND THAT HELPED SOMEWHAT","quote_3_odi":"10913645","quote_3_text":"THE TOTALLY INTEGRATED MODULDE (TIPM) IS DEFECTIVE. THE CAR IS 5 YEARS OLD, BUT THIS PLACES THE USER AT A HUGE SAFETY RISK. THE LIGHTS WENT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT IN A VERY DARK HIGH WAY. LUCKILY THE HAZZARD LIGHTS WORKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-tpms-valve-stem-failure","label":"Tire pressure sensor valve stem failure","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10629190","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING SENSOR ACTIVATED AND THE TIRE WENT FLAT. THE STEM VALVE WAS COMPLETELY CORRODED AND FEEL INSIDE THE TIRE. THE DEALERSHIP SAID THEY ARE NO LONGER USING THE SAME TYPE AND WE PAID FOR A UPDATED ONE","quote_2_odi":"10721434","quote_2_text":"DRIVING WITH MY WIFE ON I-95 NORTH IN CONNECTICUT EARLY SATURDAY MORNING, OUR RIGHT REAR TIRE INSTANTLY LOST AIR PRESSURE. I SAW THE LOW AIR WARNING LIGHT GO ON FIRST, THEN IMMEDIATELY FELT THE VEHICLE WOBBLE TO THE POINT WHERE I COULD BARELY CONTROL IT","quote_3_odi":"10562548","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING 50 MPH ON A PAVED HIGHWAY. THE AIR PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON. A FEW SECONDS LATER THERE WAS A RUMBLE NOISE. I PULLED OVER AND LOOKED AT THE TIRES. ONE WAS COMPLETELY FLAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2010-underbody-rust-corrosion","label":"Rust corrosion of suspension and underbody components","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759791","quote_1_text":"On August 26, 2026, while driving my 2010 Jeep Liberty with approximately 72,000 miles, I was making a low-speed right turn from a stop when I suddenly felt a significant jolt that initially felt like I had driven over a large object","quote_2_odi":"11329272","quote_2_text":"OPERATING MY 2010 JEEP LIBERTY ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE REAR SUSPENSION SNAPPED NEARLY CAUSING ME TO LOSE CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. ALSO VEHICLE HAS AN OVER ABUNDANCE OF RUST UNKNOWN REASON. SINGLE OWNER, PURCHASED IN 2010 THIS IS A SERIOUS DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"11089799","quote_3_text":"OIL PAN AND TRANSMISSION PAN HAVE RUSTED OUT AND STARTED LEAKING. I FEEL THE CAR IS NOT OLD ENOUGH TO HAVE THIS PROBLEM AND IT IS AN ISSUE WITH THE MANUFACTURER PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11306932","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11180632","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT GOES ON INTERMITTENTLY ON AND OFF CONTINUALLY. IT CAME ON ALL OF A SUDDEN AND HAS BEEN DOING THIS FOR QUITE SOME TIME NOW","quote_3_odi":"10535472","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT IS ILLUMINATED AND HAS BEEN FOR 2 DAYS. GOING TO BRING IT IN TO GET SERVICED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-brake-caliper-lockup","label":"Brake caliper lockup during driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11278681","quote_1_text":"IF THE CAR IS STOPPED ON A HILL THE BRAKES WILL SEIZE UP. THE TRACTION CONTROL AND ABS LIGHTS WILL STAY ON. IT TAKES ABOUT A DAY FOR THE BRAKES TO RELEASE. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AS WELL. IT HAS HAPPENED 5 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11388253","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND I WAS DRIVING ON A THREE LANE STREET WITH A SPEED LIMIT OF 45 MPH WHEN THE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM SUDDENLY SEIZED. THE BRAKES REMAINED ENGAGED AND THE ONLY WAY I COULD DRIVE MY CAR WAS TO PUT IT IN REVERSE, THEN NEUTRAL THEN DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11093224","quote_3_text":"DRIVING MY VEHICLE TODAY AND STARTED SHAKING IN FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. I PULLED OVER THINKING A FLAT TIRE. NOTHING AND CONTINUED. I THEN BEGAN SMELLING BURNING AND MORE SHAKING AND SMOKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11173473","quote_1_text":"2011 JEEP LIBERTY WITH 76,310 EXPERIENCED IMMEDIATE AND CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. JUST PRIOR TO FAILING THE OIL PRESSURE AND CHECK ENGINES LIGHTS CAME ON. A KNOCKING NOISE OCCURRED RIGHT BEFORE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11132864","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO BE DRIVEN","quote_3_odi":"10748447","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE WAS MAINTAINED WITH PERIODIC SYNTHETIC OIL & FILTER CHANGES. THE ENGINE RAN FLAWLESSLY. THE PLUGS AND WIRES WERE PREMIUM. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO VIBRATE WHEN THE KEY WAS TURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-fuel-tank-overflow","label":"Fuel tank overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11197295","quote_1_text":"FUEL SPIT BACK DURING REFUELING, PUDDLE OF GASOLINE LEFT ON GROUND AT GAS STATION. FUEL NOZZLE SHUTS OFF REPEATEDLY HARD TO FILL WITH FUEL (NOT SURE WHEN STARTED FOR MANY YEARS)","quote_2_odi":"10786462","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I FILL MY CAR UP, UNLESS I FILL IT VERY SLOWLY AND LISTEN CAREFULLY, GAS WILL GUSH OUT AS THE TANK GETS FULL, EVEN AFTER I HAVE STOPPED PUMPING. IT GETS EVERYWHERE AND MAKES A MESS. THIS SEEMS VERY DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"10648345","quote_3_text":"WHEN ADDING FUEL TO VEHICLE FUEL WILL GUSH OUT FROM FILL HOSE CONNECTION AFTER FUEL DISPENSING NOZZLE SHUTS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-sky-slider-roof-failure","label":"Sky Slider power roof failure to close or seal","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11352912","quote_1_text":"HI THE MAIN CONCERN AND PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR IS THE SKY SLIDER! MILLIONS OF PEOPLE ARE EXPERIENCING THIS ISSUE ALL AROUND. IT FAILED ME RIGHT AWAY! AFTER ON INCIDENT WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE SKY SLIDER JUST CAME OFF!!!","quote_2_odi":"11329330","quote_2_text":"JEEP SKY SLIDER FULL OPEN ROOF CANNOT CLOSE. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. THIS IS AN ELECTRIC ROOF WITH NO OPTION TO MANUALLY CLOSE","quote_3_odi":"11113895","quote_3_text":"RETRACTABLE ROOF WOULD NOT CLOSE PROPERLY. WHEN CLOSING, ROOF WOULD NOT FULLY CLOSE AND SEAL CREATING OPENINGS EXPOSING THE INTERIOR TO HARSH WEATHER CONDITIONS. WHEN DRIVING CAR TO SEEK REPAIR, FRONT SECTION OF ROOF CAME OFF TRACK AND FLEW BACKWARDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-tipm-electrical-stall","label":"TIPM electrical failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10788367","quote_1_text":"ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, OVER THE COURSE OF THE LAST 5 MONTHS, MY JEEP HAS JUST RANDOMLY QUIT (ENGINE STALLED)","quote_2_odi":"10644687","quote_2_text":"I TRIED TO START MY CAR AND, WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE RADIO AND LIGHTS COMING ON, NOTHING HAPPENED. AFTER TOWING IT TO A COUPLE LOCATIONS, THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THAT THE CAR--LIKE SO MANY OTHER JEEPS--HAD A FAULTY TIPM","quote_3_odi":"10871787","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2011 JEEP LIBERTY SPORT 4X4. THE TIPM IS FAILING. WHEN THE CAR WARMS UP, ALL OF THE DASH WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATE, THE SPEEDOMETER FAILS AND THE ACCELERATOR FAILS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"jeep-liberty-2011-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10960129","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS/CHATTERS WHEN ON THE OPEN HIGHWAY WHEN GOING AT LEAST 50 MILES PER HOUR. WHEN THIS OCCURS YOU HAVE TO TAKE YOUR FOOT OFF THE GAS TO GET THE TRANSMISSION SHUDDER TO STABILIZE","quote_2_odi":"11483913","quote_2_text":"The transmission doesn’t work properly. It has trouble getting into second gear, at times it doesn’t change to third gear or higher. On one occasion it briefly got stuck in overdrive","quote_3_odi":"10747336","quote_3_text":"FROM THE FIRST DAY I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE I HAD PROBLEMS WITH TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE ROLLS BACK WHILE I GEAR. I HAVE TAKEN IT BACK THREE TIMES BUT IT STILL ISN'T FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11435884","quote_1_text":"We were involved in an accident on the NY State Thruway 87. The airbags did not deploy and the seatbelts did not engage. If the airbags had deployed my husband would not have been injured as seriously as he was","quote_2_odi":"11245988","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, ANOTHER DRIVER RAN THEIR RED LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE FLIPPED OVER AND ROLLED OVER THEN SLID. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11377617","quote_3_text":"I WAS HIT ON MY PASSENGER FRONT, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CROSS INTO A PARKING LOT, SO HARD UNTIL MY TIRE ROD BENT AT A 90* ANGLE. MY PASSENGER AIRBAG DIDN'T DEPLOY. NONE OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-brake-caliper-lockup","label":"Brake caliper lockup and pedal loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11240375","quote_1_text":"BRAKES FAILED 3 DIFFERENT TIMES WITH THE PEDDLE GOING TO THE FLOOR, ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11105416","quote_2_text":"FRONT AND BACK BRAKES LOCK UP. BACK DRIVER SIDE DID IT. THEN STOPPED. SMOKED FROM RUBBING. THEN QUIT","quote_3_odi":"11318277","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP LIBERTY. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER PURCHASING AND DRIVING FROM THE DEALER BI AUTO SALES (1431 CHURCH ST, BOHEMIA, NY 11716) AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD, THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-liftgate-sensor-alarm","label":"Liftgate ajar sensor triggering alarm and warning light","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11062579","quote_1_text":"CAR ALARM STARTED GOING OFF WHEN CAR WAS PARKED AT MY PLACE OF BUSINESS FOR NO APPARENT REASON, WENT OUT GOT IT OFF AND NOT EVEN 5 MINUTES LATER IT STARTED AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10983903","quote_2_text":"2ND OCCURRENCE., LIFT GATE LIGHT CAME ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL APP 4 DAYS AGO, MADE SURE DOOR WAS CLOSED. LIGHT REMAIN ON. THEN TODAY, HORN SOUNDED WHILE CAR WAS PARKED IN MY SECURED GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"10970057","quote_3_text":"GATE LATCH SAYS IT'S OPEN AND INTERIOR LIGHTS WON'T GO OFF. IT WILL GO AWAY THEN AFTER RAIN WILL COME BACK ON. ONGOING ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-orc-module-airbag-light","label":"Airbag warning light from ORC module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11045516","quote_1_text":"OCCUPANT RESTRAINT CONTROLLER (ORC) MODULE FAILED. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION","quote_2_odi":"11024995","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON MY 2012 JEEP LIBERTY CAME ON RIGHT BEFORE I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS","quote_3_odi":"11563731","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 17V640000 (Seats, Air Bags) and 13V282000 (Electrical System, Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-sky-slider-roof-failure","label":"Sky Slider panoramic roof failing to seal or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11704187","quote_1_text":"Skyroof suddenly stopped working and will not close. No dealers will fix as thry say parts aren't longer available..my car is now worthless and is a safety issue while driving with the roof partially opened","quote_2_odi":"11252252","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2012 JEEP LIBERTY JET WITH A SLIDER ROOF. THIS IS A SPECIFIC TYPE OF ROOF THAT I JUST FOUND OUT THAT IN FEB 2019 HAS BEEN DISCONTINUED. MY ROOF DOES NOT WORK AND NOT ONLY IS IT LEAKING IT WILL NOT CLOSE ALL THE WAY","quote_3_odi":"11229033","quote_3_text":"THE SKY SLIDER ROOF BECAME DETACHED WHEN DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY. MY CHILDREN WERE IN THE CAR WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THE ONLY PARTS AVAILABLE TO FIX THIS ISSUE IS AN AFTERMARKET PRODUCT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-tipm-electrical-malfunction","label":"TIPM-related stalling and warning-light malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752635","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Liberty. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front windshield wipers inadvertently activated. The contact turned the windshield wipers on and off to deactivate the windshield wipers","quote_2_odi":"11361423","quote_2_text":"WE HAD ISSUES WITH CAR NOT STARTING ALL WINTER, BUT COULD BE JUMPED. WE BOUGHT A NEW BATTERY & IT WORKED WELL FOR A WHILE. THEN WIPERS STARTED TURNING ON RANDOMLY & OVER HEAD LIGHTS WOULD TURN ON","quote_3_odi":"10969407","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP LIBERTY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, WARNING LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL INADVERTENTLY ILLUMINATED AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING DIMMED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-transmission-pan-corrosion","label":"Transmission pan corrosion and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11161736","quote_1_text":"THE 2012 JEEP LIBERTY ONLY HAS 56K THOUSAND MILE AND TRANSMISSION PAN WAS LEAKING AND RUSTING. HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE AND WHY ISN'T THIS A SAFETY HAZARD/PRODUCT DEFECT","quote_2_odi":"11171310","quote_2_text":"IN DEC 2018, MY VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED IN MY GARAGE FOR ABOUT 3 WEEKS AND WHEN I WENT TO DRIVE IT, IT DID NOT MOVE ONCE I PUT IT IN REVERSE. I LOOKED UNDERNEATH AND THERE WAS TRANSMISSION FLUID ON THE GROUND","quote_3_odi":"11030156","quote_3_text":"SEVERE CORROSION ON BOTH OIL PAN AND TRANSMISSION PAN. THIS VEHICLE IS LESS THAN 5 YEARS OLD WITH ONLY 36,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Liberty","model_slug":"liberty","cluster_id":"liberty-2012-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator and switch failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":385,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11288185","quote_1_text":"WINDOWS FELL INSIDE DOOR, SUSPECT WINDOW REGULATORS, CONTACTED FCA AND NOTIFIED 3 OF 4 WINDOW REGULATORS FAILED. REQUESTED ASSISTANCE SINCE 2007 MODELS HAVE BEEN RECALLED AND EVIDENTLY THERE IS STILL A PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10992354","quote_2_text":"THE WINDOW REGULATOR HAS GONE OUT IN 3 OF 4 OF MY AUTOMATIC WINDOWS, ALL WITHIN A YEARS SPAN. TWO WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME","quote_3_odi":"11528758","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the roadway when suddenly the front driver side power switch (which controls the automatic windows, doors and mirrors), caught fire and started smoking. Unsure of what to do, I pulled over and tried to investigate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/liberty","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag failure to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11204387","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A SECOND VEHICLE. THE FRONT END OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE SUSTAINED SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE; HOWEVER, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10444916","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR-ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. I WAS GOING ABOUT 35 AND MY VEHICLE WAS IMBEDDED IN THE BUMPER OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE TOW TRUCK HAD TO PULL THE VEHICLES APART AND THERE IS ABOUT $7,500 IN DAMAGE TO MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10724847","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS INJURED BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11563601","quote_1_text":"The airbag clock spring fails. The horn will go off unexpectedly while driving and parked when the car is turned off This is causing drivers to look in panic and emergency causing distracted driving","quote_2_odi":"10745450","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THIS WAS A RECURRING FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING","quote_3_odi":"11018725","quote_3_text":"MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERS 61 NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V-668 RECALL STATUS RECALL INCOMPLETE. I HAVE BEEN AWARE OF THIS RECALL FOR OVER 12 MONTHS WITH NO AVAILABILITY FOR RESOLUTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-ball-joint-wear","label":"Front suspension ball joint premature wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10351497","quote_1_text":"WENT TO GET MY ANNUAL OIL CHANGE ON MY 2008 JEEP PATRIOT WITH ONLY 42,000 MILES ON IT. MY MECHANIC CALLED ME AT WORK AND SAID MY LOWER BALL JOINT WAS ABOUT TO FALL OUT","quote_2_odi":"10743594","quote_2_text":"BALL JOINTS FAIL PREMATURELY ONLY 34000 MILES ON VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10524154","quote_3_text":"I HAD MY CAR IN TO REPAIR A FLAT TIRE AND THE MECHANIC REPORTED TO ME THAT ONE OF THE FRONT BALL JOINTS NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED ASAP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-cvt-overheating","label":"CVT transmission overheating and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10954629","quote_1_text":"SECOND COMPLAIN ABOUT TRANSMISSION FAILURE. VEHICLE NEEDS NEW TRANSMISSION AGAIN AFTER 3 YEARS FROM BEING REPLACED. AS I WAS DRIVING ON I-70 FROM MY HOSPITAL JOB IN THE MORNING RUSH COMMUTE, MY PATRIOT DECIDED TO DROP SPEED FROM 70 MPH TO 30 MPH ON A BLINK OF AN EYE","quote_2_odi":"10638767","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON I-75 IN JUNE 2014 THE JEEPS TEMP. LIGHT WENT ON REGARDING THE TRANSMISSION WAS OVERHEATING AND STARTED TO SLOW DOWN. I PULLED OFF THE AND WAS LUCKY TO FIND A JEEP DEALER","quote_3_odi":"10365548","quote_3_text":"THE JEEP PATRIOT HA S ACVT TRANSMISSION AND WHEN PULLING INTO TRAFFIC FROM A STOP THE VEHICLE HESITATES AND CRAWLS TO A START. I ALMOST GOT KILLED BECAUSE MY VEHICLE DIDN'T MOVE WHEN I NEEDED IT TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-fuel-tank-stall","label":"Stalling after refueling from fuel tank rollover valve","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11600974","quote_1_text":"Fuel System. When I fill the gas tank completely the car will stall within a minute or two. I lose power steering, break booster. I can restart and the car will operate correctly. This has been happening for some time","quote_2_odi":"11144927","quote_2_text":"THE CAR STALLS AFTER FILLING UP THE TANK. HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10876347","quote_3_text":"GAS TANK ROLL OVER VALVE: THERE SEEMS TO BE A DEFECTIVE COMPONENT AT THE TOP OF THE GAS TANK WHICH IS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO STALL AT LEAST ONCE AFTER FILLING UP THE GAS TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631270","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at undisclosed speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the subframe was corroded","quote_2_odi":"10950428","quote_2_text":"I RECENTLY BROUGHT MY 2010 JEEP PATRIOT IN FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. MY MECHANIC INFORMED ME THAT MY REAR SUB FRAME HAS ROTTED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED ASAP. AT THIS VISIT, HE CLEANED AND OILED IT AND ALSO ADVISED ME TO TAKE CARE OF THIS ASAP","quote_3_odi":"11476480","quote_3_text":"My subframe cracked in half which caused my tire to blow out on the highway. It almost caused me to crash into the gardrail and potentially other cars. My jeep has 110k miles on it and now it’s not safe to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-sunroof-leak","label":"Sunroof drain leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10358234","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EVERYTIME IT RAINED, THE VEHICLE ACCUMULATED WATER ON THE INSIDE AND MOLD WAS FORMING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER WAS GETTING INTO THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE INTERIOR LIGHTING IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10426474","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF IS LEAKING INTO CABIN OF VEHICLE THROUGH DOME LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10592139","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK IN A THUNDERSTORM AT 2AM ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR, THE DOME LIGHT BEGAN POURING WATER LIKE A WATERFALL ALL OVER ME, THE RADIO, THE SHIFTER, AND MY IPHONE WHICH WAS IN THE CUP HOLDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2010-tipm-failure","label":"TIPM failure causing warning lights and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10544274","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN ACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION WHERE THEY STATED THAT THE TOTAL INTEGRATED POWER MODULE NEEDED THE BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10564847","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AS ALL THE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11193500","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR FROM WORK AND THE TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON AND WAS UNSTEADY, THE RED LIGHT ALSO CAME ON BUT I DID NOT STOP. UPON ARRIVING HOME THERE WAS BEEPING SOUNDS BUT I HAD MY KEY AND LIGHTS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10992319","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 18TH 2017 MY DAUGHTER HAD A CRASH THAT RESULTED IN HER DEATH WHILE DRIVING HER 2011 JEEP PATRIOT. SHE RAN OF OF A FM ROAD, JUMPED A SMALL DRAINAGE CULVERT ON A DOWNGRADE","quote_2_odi":"11208730","quote_2_text":"I ROLLED THE JEEP AND NOT ALL THE AIR BAGS PROPERLY DEPLOYED. EVEN THE COP WAS SURPRISED. THE AIRBAG DID NOT COME OUT OF THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"10927295","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 JEEP PATRIOT. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CONCUSSION, A TWO INCH CONTUSION TO THE FOREHEAD,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Airbag and seat belt recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11021034","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN DECEMBER OF 2016","quote_2_odi":"11066808","quote_2_text":"I AM MAKING A COMPLIANT TO YOUR COMPANY ABOUT MY AIRBAGS AND SEAT BELT PRETENSION. I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN JULY 2017 AND WENT ONLINE TO FIND OUT HOW AND WHERE TO GET THE RECALL ISSUE HANDLED","quote_3_odi":"11664286","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Patriot. The contact that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed, and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number:","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11467205","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that there was a rattling noise coming from under the hood of the vehicle while driving. On another occasion while driving approximately 20 MPH, the speedometer went 0 MPH and failed to function as needed","quote_2_odi":"11022488","quote_2_text":"NUMERIOUS CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE / OVERHEAT AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, VERY UNSAFE DUE TO DECELERATION. STARTED IN AUG 2016 AND HAPPENS MONTHLY ANYTIME MORE THAN 45 MINUTES OF DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11051825","quote_3_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION JUMPS OUT OF GEAR, HAS TROUBLE GOING INTO GEAR. JUMPS FROM AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL ON ITS OWN. DOES NOT ALWAYS STAY IN GEAR WHEN SHUT DOWN. TRANSMISSION ULTIMATELY FAILED AND NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-engine-electrical-stall","label":"Engine stall unrelated to refueling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11415285","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE STOPS WITHOUT WARNING - I HAVE ALMOST BEEN HIT SEVERAL TIMES WHEN DRIVING - THE CAR JUST STOPS RUNNING THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THE HIGHWAY AND ON NEIGHBORHOOD ROADS AND AT INTERSECTIONS - IF YOU LET IT SIT FOR AWHILE IT SOMETIMES WILL RESTART","quote_2_odi":"11076855","quote_2_text":"CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR A FAULTED ON THE HIGHWAY. UNABLE TO TURN STEERING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT AND SPEED DIDN'T GO ABOVE 40 MPH. ENGINE SHUT OFF DURING THE EVENT AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"11111317","quote_3_text":"GOING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE ENGINE STALLED. GAVE NO WARNING JUST SHUT OFF. I HAD MY HUSBAND AND 8 MONTH OLD IN THE CAR. THE ENGINE DID START BACK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-refuel-stall","label":"Engine stall after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11384394","quote_1_text":"JEEP STALLS AFTER REFUELING. ANYTIME YOU FULLY FILL THE TANK THIS IS AN ISSUE. WAS VERY STARTLING THE FIRST COUPLE OF TIMES IT HAPPENED. I NOW EXPECT THIS TO HAPPEN, BUT FOR OTHER PEOPLE IT COULD BE AN EXTREME HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"11228449","quote_2_text":"CAR SHUTS OFF QND STOPS WITHOUT WARNING EVERYTIME AFTER FILLING TANK WITH FUEL... VERY DANGEROUS ON HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11099381","quote_3_text":"WHEN FILLING THE GAS TANK FULL, THE ENGINE STALLS AND HESITATES FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS AFTER FIRST STARTING THE ENGINE BACK UP AFTER THE FILLING OF THE TANK. IT CAUSES MY ENGINE TO COMPLETELY STOP WORKING AND I HAVE TO TURN THE KEY OFF AND RESTART THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2011-subframe-crossmember-rust","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":325,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11616511","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH attempting to reverse, there was an abnormal sound coming from near the rear wheel. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that the sub frame was rusted","quote_2_odi":"10948728","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR AN INSPECTION AND WAS ADVISED THAT THE SUB FRAME WAS RUSTED OUT AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11363211","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON THE HIGHWAY THE FRONT FRAME BROKE AND THE CV AND FRONT DRIVERS SIDE WHEEL FELL OFF THE VEHICLE, I HAD TO WRESTLE THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag and seat belt recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11192853","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN ONCOMING VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO HIS VEHICLE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11003141","quote_2_text":"A RECALL WAS ISSUED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2016 THE VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE LOSS OF AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER DEPLOYMENT CAPABILITY IN CERTAIN CRASH EVENTS. THIS IS AN UNACCEPTABLE LENGTH OF TIME","quote_3_odi":"11057736","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - SAID VEHICLE HAS BEEN ON THE RECALL LIST FOR 24 MONTHS, DEALER INDICATES ONGOING ISSUES FROM MANUFACTURER IN OBTAINING PARTS TO REPAIR RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-catalytic-converter-recall","label":"Catalytic converter failure and recall exclusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11476712","quote_1_text":"The catalytic converter failed. It had to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11187235","quote_2_text":"CATALYTIC CONVERTER RECALL IT APPEARS THAT MY 2012 JEEP PATRIOT WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECENT CATALYTIC CONVERTER RECALL OF 2011-2016 JEEP PATRIOTS","quote_3_odi":"11256525","quote_3_text":"2012 JEEP PATRIOT 4WD THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER RECALL INCLUDES 2012 JEEP PATRIOT FRONT WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLES; HOWEVER, MY FOUR WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING THIS SAME ISSUE. MY JEEP SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-cvt-transmission-overheat","label":"CVT transmission overheating and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11128461","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE GAUGE HAS COME ON WHEN TRAVELING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CAUSING AN IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER AND REQUIRING ME TO PULL OVER AND LET THE ENGINE COOL DOWN","quote_2_odi":"11132915","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED GOING 60 MILES PER HOUR ON THE INTERSTATE. I PULLED OVER AND LET THE LIGHT GO OFF PER THE USER MANUAL AND DIDN'T DRIVE IT ANYMORE. PUT IT IN THE SHOP ON MONDAY AND IT NEEDS A BRAND NEW TRANSMISSION WITH ONLY 119K MILES ON IT!","quote_3_odi":"11021087","quote_3_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION FOR THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT DESIGNED TO DRIVE SUCH A HEAVY CAR. AS A RESULT THE TRANSMISSION BEGAN SLIPPING AT 35,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-fuel-tank-rollover-valve","label":"Fuel tank rollover valve blocks refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11062437","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND MOTOR TURNED OFF. IT IS NEXT TO IMPOSSIBLE TO FILL THE FUEL TANK WITH GASOLINE. IT MUST BE DONE EXTREMELY SLOWLY OR GASOLINE COMES BURSTING OUT EVERYWHERE","quote_2_odi":"11175077","quote_2_text":"GAS PUMP KEEPS CLICKING OFF WHEN FUELING. MECHANIC TESTED EVAP SYSTEM AND STATED VEHICLE NEEDS A NEW FUEL TANK. THE JEEP HAS 62,000 MILES ON IT AND HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED. THIS IS AN UNUSUAL REPAIR AND IS EXTREMELY HIGH IN COST","quote_3_odi":"11640458","quote_3_text":"the rollover valve in the gas tank won't allow me to put fuel in the gas tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11595081","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle had a flat tire. The contact stated upon changing the flat tire, the contact noticed that the rear subframe where the rear axle was connected to was rusted","quote_2_odi":"11416760","quote_2_text":"RUSTED SUB-FRAME IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE THAT IS COMPLETELY BROKEN. A GOOGLE SEARCH SHOWS THIS TO BE A MAJOR PROBLEM FOR JEEP WHICH MAKES THE VEHICLE DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED. THE REAR STARTED MAKING POUND CLUNKING SOUNDS","quote_3_odi":"11398157","quote_3_text":"TOOK JEEP PATRIOT TO FIRESTONE SERVICE CENTER FOR FULL INSPECTION. UPON COMPLETION OF INSPECTION WAS TOLD BY THE TECH THAT MY VEHICLE HAD SEVERE UNDERBODY RUST/ ROT AND THAT THE FRONT AND REAR CROSSMEMBERS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2012-sudden-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden engine stall or power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":353,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11039577","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE FREQUENTLY HESITATES AND/OR OCCASIONALLY STALLS AT BOTH LOW & HIGH SPEEDS. MOST OFTEN OCCURS ON INCLINES. TOOK IN FOR REPAIR MORE THAN TWICE AND STILL OCCURS. THE TECHNICIAN WITNESSED IT BUT COULD NOT PRODUCE A VEHICLE ANALYSIS CONFORMATION","quote_2_odi":"11166233","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 JEEP PATRIOT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10971760","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE STALLS OUT. THIS HAPPENED ONCE 2 WEEKS AGO AND THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. HOWEVER, THE LIGHT WAS OFF THE FOLLOWING MORNING. TODAY, IT HAPPENED TWICE, AND THE ENGINE LIGHT IS BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-airbag-deploy-crash-failures","label":"Air bags fail to deploy or deploy improperly in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10837534","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WITH FORCE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS RESTRAINED TIGHTLY IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT FROM THE SEAT BELT","quote_2_odi":"10920296","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED UPWARD, RATHER THAN OUTWARD. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11118735","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH (POSTED SPEED LIMIT) ON A SINGLE LANE PUBLIC ROAD I WAS FORCED TO MAKE A QUICK EVASIVE MANEUVER TO GO AROUND A SMALL TRUCK STOPPED ON ROAD LOOKING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, AND DROVE OVER RAISED EARTH THAT WAS ALONGSIDE ROAD SHOULDER. BOTH SIDE AIRBAGS (","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-catalytic-converter-check-engine","label":"Catalytic converter failure with check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11298436","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME AND HAS REMAINED ON. I AM BEING TOLD I NEED A NEW CATALYTIC CONVERTER BUT THE DEALERSHIP AND CRYSTLER CUSTOMER SERVICE ARE ALL CONFUSED AS TO WHY MY VEHICLE IS NOT SHOWING UP UNDER A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11463151","quote_2_text":"Cat converter below threshold bank 1 check engine light code read on obd2. Loss of power and acceleration, sluggish and unable to drive at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11352986","quote_3_text":"MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND HE TOLD ME IT WAS FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER. HE THEN TOLD ME THERE WAS A RECALL FOR THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER FOR MY CAR BUT I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-cvt-transmission-overheat","label":"CVT transmission overheats, losing power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11022051","quote_1_text":"THE PATRIOT CVT TRANSMISSION IS FAULTY AND SUBJECT TO EARLY TRANSMISSION FAILURE. AROUND 90,000 MILES, MY TRANSMISSION BEGAN OVERHEATING. THIS HAPPENS WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY GOING AN AVERAGE OF 65-70MPH FOR MORE THAN AN HOUR, TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT WARNING LIGHT TURNS ON","quote_2_odi":"11189966","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS ANYTIME THE JEEP IS DRIVEN MORE THAN 20 TO 30 MINS AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. ON A 2 HOUR DRIVE, IT CAN OVERHEAT AS MANY AS 4 TIMES. IT IS CONSISTENTLY REPRODUCIBLE AND HAPPENS EVERY TIME, WINTER OR SUMMER. JEEP GOES INTO","quote_3_odi":"10894987","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS AND LOOSES POWER. IT WILL MAKE A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE AND THEN THE OVERHEATING LIGHT COMES ON AND THE VEHICLE LOOSES POWER. VERY SCARY IN 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-engine-stalls-unexpectedly","label":"Engine stalls without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10702460","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON THE HWY! IT JUST STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING! CAR WOULD NOT START UNTIL NEARLY TWO HRS LATER. WE WERE VERY LUCKY WE DIDN'T GET HURT OR WORSE AND WERE ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER","quote_2_odi":"10525559","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11690322","quote_3_text":"When driving down the road the car just shuts off and it’s dangerous especially in busy areas it happens 6 times a day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-fuel-tank-stall-after-refuel","label":"Fuel system bucking and stalling after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11322295","quote_1_text":"AFTER FILLING THE VEHICLE WITH A 'FILL UP', UPON STARTING AND DRIVING, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO START 'BUCKING' AND LOSE POWER TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11207177","quote_2_text":"ENGINE LURCHES AND STALLS AFTER FILLING TANK. WILL DO SO 3 OR 4 TIMES, THEN SETTLE DOWN AND RUN. DANGEROUS TRYING TO ENTER TRAFFIC. NO STALL PROBLEM BETWEEN FILLS","quote_3_odi":"11161496","quote_3_text":"RAW GASOLINE FUMES SEEMS TO BE ENTERING THROUGH AIR VENTS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN OPERATION, AND FAN IS IN USE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-headrest-unexpected-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deploys unexpectedly without collision","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11141350","quote_1_text":"I WAS BACKING MY 2013 JEEP PATRIOT INTO A DRIVEWAY WHEN THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEADREST SUDDENLY AND QUICKLY EXPLODED, PUNCHING ME IN THE SIDE OF THE HEAD. I WASN'T EVEN TOUCHING IT AT THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"11323652","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROX. 35 MPH - DRIVERS HEADREST DEPLOYED AND HIT HUSBAND IN THE BACK OF HIS HEAD. SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT. HEADREST SPLIT","quote_3_odi":"11674989","quote_3_text":"The passenger headrest AHR has deployed a couple years ago while parked. I tried working with the dealer for the past year to get it fixed under a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2013-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag/seat belt recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":120,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11031947","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10944232","quote_2_text":"I AM NOT SURE HOW LONG A RECALL TYPICALLY TAKES. I RECEIVED THIS LETTER IN NOVEMBER 2016 AND IT IS JANUARY 11, 2017. IT HAS BEEN 2 MONTHS AND THE PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN ORDERED YET AS AN EFFORT TO CORRECT THINGS","quote_3_odi":"10995566","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V668000 (SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11316402","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING THROUGH A STOP LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE RUN THE RED LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11252755","quote_2_text":"WIFE AND DAUGHTER WAS IN A 8CAR ACCIDENT AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS WENT OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-cvt-overheat","label":"CVT transmission overheating at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11732864","quote_1_text":"I was going to work at 5am I came to a red light, and the light turn green i press the gas to go there was no acceleration the car rolled backwards","quote_2_odi":"11321986","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION OVERHEATS & VEHICLE SHUTS DOWN WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS OVER 60MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. FORCED TO PULL OFF THE ROADSIDE TO WAIT UNTIL IT COOLS DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11312268","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROX 45 MPH WHEN I HEARD A POPPING NOISE FOLLOWED BY GRINDING NOISE WHILE IN 5TH GEAR. TOOK MY CAR TO THE SHOP AND WAS TOLD IT LOOKED LIKE THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-engine-oil-pressure-stall","label":"Engine stall from balance-shaft oil pressure loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11413794","quote_1_text":"2014 JEEP PATRIOT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE BALANCE SHAFT MODULE. *LD THE CONSUMER REFERENCED RECALL N52/13V-552","quote_2_odi":"11429997","quote_2_text":"On 7/15, my sensor showed I needed a usual oil change. I have had no prior issues with my oil. I drove it to my brothers and there was a loud knocking sound, and my dad checked the dipstick showing zero oil in my engine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-fuel-tank-valve","label":"Fuel tank rollover valve blockage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11230003","quote_1_text":"THE ROLL-OVER CHECK VALVE IN THE GAS TANK BECOMES STUCK OPEN AND THE GAS TANK WILL NOT FILL. IF THE CAR ROLLS OVER, ALL THE GAS WOULD SPILL OUT. THE ONLY FIX ACCORDING TO JEEP IS FOR ME TO PAY $1600 FOR A NEW GAS TANK FOR A PROBLEM THAT HAPPENS WITH NORMAL USE OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11539001","quote_2_text":"Rollover valve in fuel tank sticks, causing gas pump to constantly shut off when filling tank. It is a known issue to Jeep/Chrysler, but they will not issue recall for the Jeep Patriot","quote_3_odi":"11484744","quote_3_text":"I believe the roll over safety valve inside the gas tank is faulty, and have noticed many others having the same issue in forums. The vehicle will not accept fuel, and acts as if it is full","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint spontaneous deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11719225","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was parked in front of my house, completely away from all traffic or other probable causes. The driver's side head rest deployed for no apparent reason","quote_2_odi":"11662788","quote_2_text":"The 2014 Jeep Patriot includes an Active Head Restraint (AHR) that deploys during a rear end collision. On 5/22/2025 The driver's side AHR deployed in my 2014 Jeep Patriot while the vehicle was moving at approximately 5 miles per hour in a parking lot","quote_3_odi":"11440110","quote_3_text":"The active head restraint on the passenger side spontaneously deployed while parked. There was no impact leading up to this event. The head restraint appears to have failed due to a faulty plastic clip that split in half","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2014-throttle-body-stall","label":"Electronic throttle control failure and stall","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":548,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11651187","quote_1_text":"My engine light and traction light and red lightning bolt light is on and it’s making the vehicle run really hard and shake and almost stall out and won’t go over 20 miles per hour","quote_2_odi":"11460816","quote_2_text":"The Electronic Throttle Body has failed 3 times in 3 years. Each time it caused issued with the traction control, stability control, and precrash systems and others that require torque management, causing us to pull and making it unsafe to drive","quote_3_odi":"11282309","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING WITH MY 2 SMALL CHILDREN HOME WHEN OUT OF NO WHERE MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, MY \"LIGHTNING BOLT LIGHT\" CAME ON AND MY \"FISH TAIL\" LIGHT CAME ON THEN MY ENGINE STALLED IN MIDDLE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-abs-sensor-braking","label":"ABS wheel speed sensor detachment and unintended braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11472110","quote_1_text":"THE SPEED SENSORS IN THE REAR WHEEL HUBS ARE HELD ON WITH A THIN WIRE CLIP. THIS RUSTS AWAY VERY QUICKLY AND THE SENSOR FALLS OUT. THEN THE BRAKES CAN BE APPLIED WITHOUT THE DRIVER TOUCHING THE BRAKES . THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS AND ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT IN MY CAR AND THE…","quote_2_odi":"11540073","quote_2_text":"When the ABS wheel sensor detaches from it's mounting point on the transaxle (i.e. from rust) but is still in proximity to the tone wheel, the intermittent signals sent to the ABS system causes unpredictable, uncontrolled application of the brakes while driving. This could very…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11526131","quote_1_text":"In a crash resulting in a rollover, no air bags deployed.","quote_2_odi":"11526721","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was involved in a collision in which the airbags failed to deploy. Vehicle was totaled.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11469841","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The vehicle had previously been serviced at the dealer under a manufacturer Emission Recall Number: U67 (Catalytic Converter Efficiency) however, the failure recurred. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the…","quote_2_odi":"11554074","quote_2_text":"Catalytic converter is bad. Check engine light is on. Other 2015 Patriots have a recall for catalytic converter recall but mine is not on that list. Should be.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and shutoff while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11739253","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The vehicle had been taken to an independent mechanic; however, the mechanic could not diagnose the failure due to the lack of a warning…","quote_2_odi":"11543717","quote_2_text":"My 2015 Jeep Patriot randomly loses power to the engine/stalls out nearly every time I make a trip. More specifically, the RPMs will suddenly drop to zero. This has happened at every speed from 10 mph to 80 mph. Often I have to pull over, take the key out and lock/unlock the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11495464","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the front driver seat headrest was deployed without warning or impact. The headrest hit the back of the contact's head which caused pain to his head, back, and neck. The contact did not seek…","quote_2_odi":"11434611","quote_2_text":"While vehicle was stationary, driver side headrest deployed. Had I been just a few inches closer to the headrest it would have hit me. I will be contacting a Jeep dealership in regards to this but there is currently no active recalls on the Jeep per the NHTSA website.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-throttle-limp-mode","label":"Electronic throttle control limp mode and power loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11531330","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the throttle body assembly had fractured and…","quote_2_odi":"11270500","quote_2_text":"SPUTTERING AND VIOLENT BUCKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE. \"LIGHTENING BOLT\" STARTED BLINKING ON DASH BOARD. TURNED OUT I HAD TO REPLACE THE THROTTLE BODY. MY CAR ONLY HAD 55,000 MILES AT THE TIME. VERY DANGEROUS IF YOU ARE DRIVING ON THE ROAD AND THIS STARTS.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2015-transmission-overheat","label":"Transmission overheating, whine, and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 313 total)","source_complaint_count":313,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11415432","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING 75 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SAFFORD CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM & FIAT OF FREDERICKSBURG (5202…","quote_2_odi":"11361428","quote_2_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION STARTED TO SLIGHTLY SLIP AT AROUND 90,000 MILES AND AT THE TIME I DID NOT KNOW THAT THIS WAS IN FACT THE PROBLEM. AS TIME WENT ON IT BECAME MORE OBVIOUS WHAT IT WAS AND OF COURSE AFTER 100,000 MILES IS WHEN THE WARRANTY WAS GOOD NOLONGER SO LOST OUT ON THAT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11639182","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the catalytic converter. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11563692","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with a defective catalytic converter. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer where the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN","quote_3_odi":"11529783","quote_3_text":"I had the catalyst converter recall fixed in 2020 and now I am having to fix/replace the converter they replaced with the recall not even 3 years later and have been told that it wouldn’t be associated with the recall or replaced under warranty with it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-crankshaft-sensor-stall","label":"Engine stalling linked to crankshaft position sensor","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":111,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11695473","quote_1_text":"While driving home from a wedding with a passenger in my car, the engine for my Jeep Patriot stalled several times. The car would come to a stop and was difficult to control when the stalling occurred, putting both myself and my passenger at risk of a traffic accident","quote_2_odi":"11623691","quote_2_text":"The car will stall while driving, making it tough to keep on the road and very dangerous for a crash. After taking to a Jeep dealership, it was determined the issue is associated with Safety Recall S89 / NHTSA 16V-907 regarding the crankshaft and camshaft sensors","quote_3_odi":"11455819","quote_3_text":"Crankshaft position sensor. Engine stalled in traffic. Had to stop, place car in park, turn engine off and then back on. Independent mechanic has confirmed issue. Error code P0335","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-electrical-dropouts","label":"Intermittent electrical and lighting dropouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11557582","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road at night the headlights and dash lights go off for about a couple of seconds and then come back on. When this started happening the radio also stopped working in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11568176","quote_2_text":"Head lights continue to dim way down. And now they flicker occasionally. Has not been looked at by anyone except a mobile mechanic. There is no warning, it doesn't happen only over bumps, it happens very randomly, and you never know when","quote_3_odi":"11626998","quote_3_text":"First of all all the warning lights on the dashboard come off and on intermittentally for no reason and now the doors won't lock using the key fob and my horn doesn't work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without impact","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11549250","quote_1_text":"The passenger-side active headrest on my 2016 Jeep Patriot deployed randomly while I was driving. There was no warning prior to the incident. The plastic surrounding the pin broke away and caused the front cushion of the headrest to spring forward","quote_2_odi":"11740060","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the head rest detached and pooped off. The contact stated that when the failure occurred, it felt like a kick to the back of the head","quote_3_odi":"11643562","quote_3_text":"The headrest deployed over night while sitting in the garage. There is a plastic piece that keeps the headrest from deploying. That piece is under 75 pounds of pressure and will eventually break","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-throttle-limp-mode","label":"Loss of acceleration with electronic throttle control light","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11525787","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the electronic throttle control warning light and the check engine warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic throttle control had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11453976","quote_2_text":"My vehicle instantly went into limp mode. When In park, stayed a consistent 1,500 RPM’s. All of this happened without warning as the car drove and ran like normal prior","quote_3_odi":"11434564","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle, the engine shut down at highway speed, forcing us off of the road. A RED indicator light on the dashboard identified the problem as a bad \"Throttle Body\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"patriot-2016-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":456,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11418629","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while entering a parking lot, the vehicle lost motive power, shuddered and jerked without warning. The vehicle was restarted however, the failure recurred several times. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11565077","quote_2_text":"CVT transmission failed at 79,000 miles. Cost to replace is over $8,000 due to lack of replacement parts","quote_3_odi":"11573384","quote_3_text":"I also noticed that the transmission had been catching or slipping or missing whenever it transfers gears it is getting worse by the day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-active-headrest-deployment","label":"Active head restraint deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11708595","quote_1_text":"Driver headrest AHR has deployed without any accident or incident. Car is under 100,000 miles. Dealer advises there is no recall or extended warranty on this issue, however research shows other jeep vehicles manufactured at the same time with extended warranty","quote_2_odi":"11532893","quote_2_text":"Before this drivers headrest exploded on me striking my neck I was already totally disabled with known cervical issues from congenital spinal stenosis. I've had 3 disk diaections and cage pedicle screws fixation of L4 L5 S1","quote_3_odi":"11403586","quote_3_text":"THE HEAD REST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS DEACTIVATED WITH OUT A REASON AND COULD NOT BE PLACE BACK TO ITS ORIGINAL SETTING. THIS HAPPED WHILE DRIVING IN HIGHWAY. LUCKILY THERE WAS NO ONE SEATING AT THE SEAT THAT TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-brake-failure-crash","label":"Brake failure preceding a crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11703520","quote_1_text":"New pads, rotor, caliper, and wheel hub installed. After driving around 200 miles, approximately 10 days later, while applying the brakes, the rear wheel locked. This caused a roll over crash","quote_2_odi":"11440714","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while driving at 25-30 MPH and approaching a stoplight, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and stuck on the floorboard","quote_3_odi":"11066883","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WOK IN A JEEP PATRIOT 2017 ON A CITY STREET THE BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK SUDDENLY AND THE SPEED INCREASED RAPIDLY UNCONTROLLABLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-cvt-transmission-jerking","label":"CVT transmission jerking and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11218444","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND HEARD A NOISE I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SERVICED IT AND THREE DAYS LATER THE NOISE CAME BACK A WHINING NOISE. ALL OF A SUDDEN IT DIDN'T WANT TO MOVE FORWARD THE WHINING INCREASED, THEN THE OVERHEATED WARNING LIGHT CAME ON,","quote_2_odi":"11404366","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT CITY SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION JERKS 2 TO 6 TIMES AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS, TEMPERATURE, WEATHER, TIME OF DAY. THIS ON A 2017 JEEP PATRIOT 2.4L. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE WE BOUGHT IT IN MARCH OF 2020","quote_3_odi":"11676959","quote_3_text":"Jeep cvr transmission started bucking and hesitating when driving. Having problems shifting when accelerating. Worried it would quit while driving. Had it serviced and no codes came up for transmission. Still has hesitation when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical shutdown causing stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11217141","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JEEP PATRIOT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START OCCASIONALLY AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_2_odi":"11512010","quote_2_text":"Vehicle position in drive waiting for for a Walmart customer to vacate parking spot when I tried to proceed into the parking spot the car just stopped,tried to restart after putting the truck in park, when the key was turned to start, nothing...hazard lights would not come,","quote_3_odi":"11727526","quote_3_text":"THE SECURITY SYSTEM MODULE MALFUNCTIONED AND SHUT DOWN THE CAR. THE GARAGE RESET THE MUDULE BUT IT KEEPS SHUTTING DOWN. THE MECHANIC TOLD ME THE CAR HAS TO BE RETURNED TO THE DEALER FOR SERVICE - ONLY THEY CAN FIX IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-roof-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Water leak into cabin lighting from roof or sunroof","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11684283","quote_1_text":"Because they have not sealed the screws on the interior side of the roof that hold the rails on top of the Jeep it now leaks since we have attached a kayak rack to those Jeep factory placed rails","quote_2_odi":"11480496","quote_2_text":"The sunroof leaked into the lights above the driver and passenger seats. As soon as the vehicle started to move this cause the water to dump out of the lights onto the occupants of the vehicle and the vehicle controls","quote_3_odi":"11405924","quote_3_text":"WATER LEAKS FROM THE MAP LIGHTS WHEN IT RAINS. THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING AND ALSO CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE LIGHT, SUNROOF CONTROLS AND THE CONTROL PANEL BELOW IT (RADIO AND EVERYTHING ELSE). THIS OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-seat-belt-sensor-malfunction","label":"Passenger seat belt sensor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11025131","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELT ALARM, WILL SOUND CONTINUOUSLY WHEN SOMEONE IS SEATED IN IT","quote_2_odi":"11161848","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE BRAND NEW FROM A JEEP DEALER IN 2017. I NOTICED LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AFTER PURCHASE THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT SENSOR WAS MALFUNCTIONING. THE SEAT BELT SIGNAL GOES OFF RANDOMLY WHEN A PASSENGER IS RIDING WHILE WEARING THE SEAT BELT","quote_3_odi":"11084293","quote_3_text":"I HAVE TWO NON VERBAL AUTSTIC BOYS, I HEARD MY SON GASPING I PULLED OVER AND THE REAR SEAT BELT HAD RETRACTED UNDER HIS RIB CAGE, I KICKED OUT THE BOOSTER SEAT AND LIFTED HIM INTO MY LEG HIGHER TO ATTEMPT TO PULL THE BELT, HE COULD NOT BREATH,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-suspension-control-arm","label":"Suspension or steering control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11031414","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 JEEP PATRIOT. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT AFTER A STOP. ALSO, THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11289886","quote_2_text":"WHAT HAPPENED: WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH I HEARD A LOUD BANG AND SWERVING OF THE VEHILCE WHICH I THOUGHT WAS A FLAT TIRE. I FOUND THAT THE LEFT REAR WHEEL FELL OFF CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHICH I WAS ABLE TO STOP WITHOUT CRASHING","quote_3_odi":"11307925","quote_3_text":"DAY 3 OF DRIVING ON HIGHWAYS FOR A LONG DISTANCE VACATION TRIP, THE FRONT END STARTED MAKING NOISES; COULDN'T PINPOINT LOCATION OF NOISE. SUSPECTED WHEEL CALIPER ON FRONT DRIVERS' SIDE, OR SOMETHING IN THAT AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Patriot","model_slug":"patriot","cluster_id":"jeep-patriot-2017-throttle-body-accel-loss","label":"Throttle body failure with loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11623836","quote_1_text":"Was driving on highway about 70 mph and check engine light, red lightning bolt symbol, and traction control lights all came on wasn't able to accelerate and vehicle wouldn't go above 30 mph","quote_2_odi":"11552172","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Jeep Patriot. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several attempts were needed before the vehicle would start. The contact stated that while accelerating, the transmission was slipping","quote_3_odi":"11112124","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING UP TO A RED LIGHT, STOPPED AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO REVVE UP ALL BY ITSELF. I PROCEEDED THROUGH THE GREEN LIGHT WITH MY FOOT ON THE GAS THE VEHICLE DID NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE ,I PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT, PUT IN PARK AND SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/patriot","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-capless-fuel-filler","label":"Capless fuel filler neck breakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11664150","quote_1_text":"When adding fuel at the gas station through vehicle Cap-less fuel fill tube, gas pump nozzle could not be removed without pulling on it which snapped the small thin plastic tabs holding cap-less fuel port in place","quote_2_odi":"11309398","quote_2_text":"THE CAP LESS FUEL FILLER BROKE. I WAS FILLING WITH FUEL AT THE GAS STATION. WHEN THE TANK WAS FULL I WENT TO REMOVE THE NOZZLE FROM THE CAP LESS FILLER NECK AND THE CAP LESS PORTION BROKE AWAY FROM THE FILLER NECK AND STAYED ATTACHED TO THE NOZZLE","quote_3_odi":"11454843","quote_3_text":"The cap leess fuel filler broke. I was filling up the fuel tank and when I went to remove the fuel nozzle from the tank, the cap less filler neck came out with the nozzle. Basically fell out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-cooling-fan","label":"Radiator cooling fan failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11615808","quote_1_text":"Vehicle overheating due to non functioning radiator fan. There was a recall on same model, but none listed for my specific vin. unknown as to when symptoms first appeared. vehicle overheats more when car is stopped/in idle","quote_2_odi":"11397966","quote_2_text":"MY CAR'S RADIATOR FAN STARTED RATTLING AND AFTER LOOKING FURTHER INTO THE ISSUE, I FOUND ENDLESS SOURCES OF OWNERS OF THE SAME CAR AS ME THAT HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11241284","quote_3_text":"COOLING FAN IS MALFUNCTIONING AS MANY OTHERS APPARANTLY HAVE. THE ENGINE WILL OVERHEAT IF AT REST OR MAKING FREQUENT STOPS (CITY DRIVING)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-exterior-lighting","label":"Tail lamp circuit burnout and fog lamp housing melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11723425","quote_1_text":"My rear drivers side tail light is out completely-no brake light, reverse, turn signal, or nighttime tail light is working. I spent nearly $800 to replace part 68599920AA, as the entire motherboard was fried, as were the connectors from overheating","quote_2_odi":"11585014","quote_2_text":"Rear brake and back up light assembly ground wire shorted and burned out. This caused all of the lights in the assembly to go out and sent multiple warnings to the dash board","quote_3_odi":"11572636","quote_3_text":"Both fog lights have had to be replace due to the inside reflectors getting so hot, the bulbs are melting them with the potential to cause a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-harsh-shifting","label":"Harsh shifting and lurching between gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11395998","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT VERY HARD LIKE A BUCKING BRONCO FOR LACK OF BETTER WORDS. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THE CERTIFIED USED VEHICLE. IT IS A 2015 JEEP RENEGADE AND THE PROBLEM IS THE 9 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11331319","quote_2_text":"WHEN STARTING OUT FROM A STOP, THE TRANSMISSION HESITATES WHEN SHIFTING GEARS ALMOST CAUSING MY VEHICLE TO BE REAR ENDED SEVERAL TIMES. THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11243584","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE JERKS FORWARD WHEN I ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP. THIS ALSO HAPPENS MOST OF THE TIME WHEN I AM DRIVING 30 M.P.H. OR LESS AND TRY TO ACCELERATE. MY CAR WILL JERK FORWARD AND BACK, THEN OPERATE NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11316588","quote_1_text":"THIS IS A PROBLEM WITH THE 1.4 TURBO ENGINE IN MY 2015 JEEP RENEGADE LATITUDE BURNING ENGINE OIL UNTIL THERE IS NOTHING ON THE DIPSTICK","quote_2_odi":"11443982","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on multiple occasions the vehicle stalled due to a low oil level. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated. The contact also stated that the vehicle was consuming oil at an abnormal rate","quote_3_odi":"11252239","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION . 30000 MILES IN THE ENGINE AND IT GOES THROUGH OIL MORE OFTEN THAN THE RECOMMENDED OIL CHANGES. MAJOR ACCIDENT ISSUE, CAUSED BY ENGINE STALLINGS DUE TO UNEXPECTEDLY LOW OIL. ENGINE STALLED WHILE DRIVING 65MPH ON THE FREEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-shift-to-neutral","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11727419","quote_1_text":"When attempting to accelerate into traffic, the engine revs high but fails to deliver power to the wheels, acting as if it is in neutral. This failure to shift into gear has occurred several times and poses a significant safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11472517","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her mother was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted to neutral(N) without warning. The contact’s mother was able to shift back into drive(D)","quote_3_odi":"11364392","quote_3_text":"JEEP HAS STARTED TO SLIP INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING. THIS STARTED SEVERAL DAYS AGO. TODAY I WAS PULLING ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND IT SLIPPED INTO NEUTRAL. IT TOOK A MINIMUM OF 30 SECONDS TO CORRECT ITSELF. NOTHING I DO SEEMS TO HELP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine shutoff while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11516632","quote_1_text":"My car turns off at random times while driving. This has happened while going down the highway at high speeds and while turning left into a business and everything in between","quote_2_odi":"11351052","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING A 2015 JEEP RENEGADE THE CAR SHUTS OFF AS YOU ARE DRIVING. THIS IS NOT HAPPENING WHILE STOPPED IT HAPPENS IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET/ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11695527","quote_3_text":"I was driving my vehicle and all of the sudden it just turned off and said vehicle shift to P to select gear, and I kept pressing the gas and it wouldn’t move , I have nothing on my dash no lights or anything","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2015-stuck-in-park","label":"Shifter stuck in park after battery discharge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":511,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11420653","quote_1_text":"Shifter won't work (won't move out of park) after battery dies. My vehicle's battery died at the end of April, we assumed it was just an old battery and had it replaced by AAA","quote_2_odi":"11481643","quote_2_text":"Battery went dead, vehicle was jump started as per guide protocol, then vehicle would not shift out of Park. Had to use Emergency towing and release the shift with the shift lever override as described in the manual","quote_3_odi":"11352168","quote_3_text":"UPON CRANKING UP THE VEHICLE, THE DASHBOARD PRESENTED A 'SERVICE TRANSMISSION' ERROR AND THE GEAR WHAT STUCK IN PARK AND WOULD NOT CHANGE GEARS. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY DURING THIS TIME AND IN MY DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-airbag-seatbelt-warnings","label":"Airbag, seat belt and parking brake warning lights","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11709558","quote_1_text":"I had a service airbag warning go off days prior which was then followed by my parking brake warning and a constant seatbelt warning chime that happened concurrently. The vehicle had these issues cleared by my mechanic but hasn't been able to be resolved","quote_2_odi":"11326320","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENTLY SEATBELT, AIRBAG AND PARKING BRAKE SENOR KEEPS GOING OFF AND WILL NOT STOP WHILE DRIVING. I FEEL UNSAFE TO DRIVE MY CAR WHILE ALL THESE SENOR ARE GOING OFF","quote_3_odi":"11405323","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING CAR, BEEPING OCCURS (AS IF SOMEONE IS RIDING AND NOT BUCKLED) AND PARKING BRAKE AND AIR BAG LIGHTS FLASH ON DASH BOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-cooling-fan-failure","label":"Engine cooling fan failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11665433","quote_1_text":"The engine cooling fan failed. The vehicle was repaired by Firestone, and we have the old parts in case an inspection is needed. This failure put myself and others at risk because had I not been close to home when the engine light came on, the engine would have overheated","quote_2_odi":"11326385","quote_2_text":"COOLING FAN WENT OUT AT 42,700 MILES. FAN WOULD MAKE NOISE AND RATTLE ANYTIME THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STOP, ACCELERATING OR WHEN SHUTTING THE VEHICLE OFF, FAN WOULD SHAKE THE ENTIRE VEHICLE. ENTIRE COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11744762","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was diagnosed with fan bearing and spindle failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that after leaving the dealer, the engine started to overheat, and the coolant temperature gauge moved into the red zone","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11684681","quote_1_text":"My car just shut off out of now where while I was driving, tried to turn it on and wouldn’t start, get u I was in the middle of the road bc it just shut off","quote_2_odi":"11678017","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Jeep Renegade (36k miles) keeps dying suddenly, sometimes when parked and sometimes while driving. My battery and alternator work like they should. No warning signs occur before the car dies. It usually requires a jumpstart before it's able to run again","quote_3_odi":"11373853","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH UP A MINOR INCLINE, THE VEHICLE STARTED HESITATING/CHUGGING AND THEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL STOPPED RESPONDING. VEHICLE STALLED AND COASTED TO STOP WHERE THE IDLE WAS ROUGH AND THEN DIED. INITIALLY, WOULD RESTART, BUT THEN STALL OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11579541","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is constantly burning through oil between oil changes. It has stopped several times while driving only to find out it has no oil. It has been on the W80 recall list for 2 years and the dealerships in my area just say the parts are on allocation","quote_2_odi":"11375294","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN BURNING OIL AT AN ABNORMAL RATE. I HAVE TO TOP IT OFF SEVERAL TIMES BETWEEN OIL CHANGES. IT ALSO RUNS EXTREMELY ROUGH WHEN IN DRIVE/REVERSE, BUT NOT MOVING(STOP SIGNS, DRIVE THROUGHS). IF I PUT IT INTO PARK OR NEUTRAL, IT RUNS FINE","quote_3_odi":"11349691","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE BURNS THROUGH OIL WAY TO FAST AND CREATES UNNECESSARY COST. ALSO IT ALWAYS FEELS LIKE IT'S GOING TO SHUT DOWN WHEN I TURN RIGHT SLOWLY. POWER CONSTANTLY FLUCTUATES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-rear-lamp-connector","label":"Rear lamp wiring connector melting and lamp-out warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11648530","quote_1_text":"Problem with the rear tail light bulb assembly wiring. This is a poor design with intermittent failures that causes your brake, side marker, and blinkers to fail and not work. The wiring harness / plug assembly shorts out and stops working","quote_2_odi":"11324226","quote_2_text":"ALL RIGHT REAR LAMPS FAILED DUE TO WIRING HARDNESS WITH CENTER GROUNDING WIRE BURNT. REAR LAMPS ARE NO LONGER FUNCTIONAL. ALSO THIS WOULD HAVE CAUSE A SPARK, ENOUGH IN THE RIGHT CIRCUMSTANCES TO CAUSE A FIRE, AND CONSIDER IT A SAFETY CONCERN","quote_3_odi":"11338193","quote_3_text":"THE CONNECTOR TO THE BRAKE LIGHTS (WHERE THE WIRES MEETS BULBS) MELTED AND HAS CAUSED MY RIGHT REAR LIGHTS TO MALFUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-traction-control-power-loss","label":"Traction control activation with power loss in turns","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11483632","quote_1_text":"The traction control light will come on and the engine will lose power while the vehicle is making a turn at normal low-speed turns on dry pavement","quote_2_odi":"11504206","quote_2_text":"When making slow left hand turns Traction Control warning light comes on and complete power loss with engine still running. I have discovered if I lift my foot off gas pedal and quickly return it I regain power","quote_3_odi":"11317259","quote_3_text":"JEEP'S SKID CONTROL SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONS. IT ACTIVATES IN PERFECTLY DRY WEATHER WITH DRY PAVEMENT, AS I'M ACCELERATING. THIS CAUSES THE CAR TO SLOW TO ALMOST A COMPLETE STOP AT EXACTLY THE TIME IT SHOULD BE ACCELERATING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral and jerking at takeoff","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11254745","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT;S SON WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTED FROM DRIVE INTO NEUTRAL ON ITS OWN. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER WAS ABLE TO SHIFT BACK INTO DRIVE TO CONTINUE TO HIS DESTINATION","quote_2_odi":"11317322","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE JERKS AT TAKE OFF AND PERIODICALLY WHEN ACCELERATING. YESTERDAY, WHILE TAKING OFF FROM A RED LIGHT, THE CAR WOULDN'T MOVE. HAD TO SHIFT TO PARK AND BACK TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11327349","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION #2 FAILED ON MAY 31ST LURCHED FORWARD FELT LIKE SOMEONE SLAMMED INTO THE BACK OF THE CAR AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR AT ALL AS I LOOKED FOR A SAFE PLACE TO PARK IT SO IT COULD BE TOWED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2016-wheel-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts and studs","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":429,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11487661","quote_1_text":"The wheel lug nuts are ballooned. This makes it impossible to remove the wheel without breaking the wheel stud","quote_2_odi":"11521120","quote_2_text":"Dealer could not remove wheels, as the lug nuts on all 4 wheels were in a swollen state. Dealer mentioned that this is a known design defect in many Chrysler vehicles, and it would cost me $233 to have them replaced","quote_3_odi":"11282476","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BOLTS ON EACH WHEEL WERE CORRODED AND EXPANDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall at low speed and on the highway","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":164,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":560,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11172978","quote_1_text":"THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMPS ILLUMINATE AT INCORRECT TIMES. ENGINE STALL. IT STOPS AND GOES BACK AND FORTH WHEN GAS IS PRESSED. THE BACKUP CAMERA BLANKS OUT AND GOES BLUE OR THE PICTURE IS NOT THERE AT ALI OR EXTREMELY FUZZY.","quote_2_odi":"11329327","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE STALLS OUT AT STOPS AND WHEN SLOWING DOWN ON CITY STREETS. THEN WHEN YOU TRY AND RESTART IT, STARTER IS SLOW THEN FINALLY CRANKS OVER. THIS IS THE 2017 JEEP RENEGADE SPORT 2.4L 2WD. THE CAR HAS 58K MILES ON IT. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11267781","quote_3_text":"WAS ON A HIGHWAY DOING ABOUT 67 MPH AND I FELT A LOSS OF POWER BUT STILL HAD MY FOOT ON THE GAS PEDAL. FROM THERE THE RENEGADE STARTED PUTTERING AND STALLING. HAD HALF A TANK OF GAS. ALMOST FELT LIKE IT WAS RUNNING OUT OF GAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2017-hard-shift-hesitation","label":"Hard shifting and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":560,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11256769","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HESITATES AND STRUGGLES TO SHIFT. IT HARD SHIFTS AND FEELS LIKE IT KICKS. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM ABOUT 20 MPH TO 65 MPH WHICH IS FREEWAY SPEED ENGINE TAKES A LONG TIME TO ACCELERATE THEN IT JERKS AND SHIFTS REALLY HARD.","quote_2_odi":"11266676","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE LOSES POWER WHILE DRIVING. SLOWS DOWN AS THE GAS PEDDLE IS DEPRESSED THEN ABRUPTLY BEGINS TO SPEED BACK UP. THE TRANSMISSION ALSO JERKS SOMETIMES WHILE INCREASING OR DECREASING SPEED. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Oil consumption and low oil pressure warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":560,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11252057","quote_1_text":"LOW OIL PRESSURE LIGHT FLASHED ON. CHECKED OIL WHEN GOT HOME AND IT WAS 2.5 QUARTS LOW. HAD THE OIL CHANGED 5,000 MILES AGO. IT ONLY HAS 16,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. PREVIOUS OIL CHANGE SHOWED OVER A QUART LOW AS WELL.","quote_2_odi":"11395708","quote_2_text":"RENEGADE STALLING AT LOW SPEED OR MAKING A TURN LOW OIL PRESSURE SHOWS ON DISPLAY THIS IS NOT SAFE THIS COULD CAUSE A MAJOR ACCIDENT I BEEN RESEARCHING AND THIS IS A COMMON ISSUE A LOT PEOPLE COMPLAINING.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-engine-stall","label":"Engine shutdown and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11438328","quote_1_text":"Car stalls / engine shuts off while driving. Engine will cut off while going over 30 mph. There have been many reports of this happening online on 2016 - 2018 Jeep Renegades","quote_2_odi":"11636341","quote_2_text":"The automobile will shut off during driving. On three separate occasions while driving the automobile has lost all drivability","quote_3_odi":"11604889","quote_3_text":"Engine is the big problem. When I drive the engine randomly shuts off without any warning. I’ve been on the freeway when it shuts down and I don’t have enough time to get over to safety","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-exterior-lamp-wiring","label":"Exterior lamp wiring, socket and housing failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11662772","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear tail light assembly ground wire burned up and caused the tail light assembly to stop working. Replaced tail light assembly and wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11503187","quote_2_text":"The rear tail light, backup light, and blinker have simultaneously quit working. After inspecting further, the connection from the electrical wiring has burned the ground connection on the rear lamp housing. The ground wire also looks to be burned","quote_3_odi":"11645629","quote_3_text":"I went to get a light fixed (Driver Side fog light) and the bulb had blown up and completely melted the housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure with loss of acceleration","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11574961","quote_1_text":"My Renegade fuel pump failed in a very unsafe manner without an engine light at only 42,000 miles, less than half the expected life of that component. I was driving on the highway and without warning I could no longer accelerate and I had plenty of fuel but no engine light came…","quote_2_odi":"11541420","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The vehicle was unable to properly accelerate; however, the contact was able to pull over to side of the roadway. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11731216","quote_3_text":"It had to be towed to the local Jeep dealer where they determined the fuel pump failed with just 61k mileage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11577217","quote_1_text":"Engine has started to consume large quantities of oil. Had oil changed 1 month ago and have had to add over 2 quarts of oil for less than 1000 miles of driving","quote_2_odi":"11526081","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The engine consumed 2 quarts of engine oil per 750 miles driven","quote_3_odi":"11485067","quote_3_text":"I have been experiencing higher then normal oil consumption issues, I am having to add 1-1.5 quarts of oil every 1000 miles, my vehicle has stalled out while driving on multiple occasions, due oil levels being to low,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-sunroof-will-not-close","label":"My Sky sunroof panel that will not close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11740124","quote_1_text":"The \"my sky\" sunroof on this vehicle will open but not close. It has been a problem since the vehicle was purchased in 2018","quote_2_odi":"11518069","quote_2_text":"sunroof would not retract to closed position. I tried to reset the module to get the sunroof to close and pieces were heard breaking inside as the mechanism tried to close","quote_3_odi":"11443644","quote_3_text":"On several occasions the sun roof will not close. when you try to close the vent it will open it self all the way and will not close","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Touchscreen delamination with phantom button presses","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11466797","quote_1_text":"The touch screen in my vehicle is delaminating from the top down. The delamination has been reported as a common manufacturer malfunction in this type of vehicle, and has been reported to become unresponsive or have \"dead areas\" in the screen that do not respond to touch","quote_2_odi":"11590574","quote_2_text":"If turned on, the effect of delamination (separation of the glue between the LCD and digitizer) results in pushed buttons, unintentional phone calls, and unwanted setting changes","quote_3_odi":"11495316","quote_3_text":"Uconnect radio system developed a delamination issue resulting in phantom touchscreen presses that began activating various vehicular systems including the climate control system, infotainment system, and most importantly, the SOS system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2018-uconnect-screen-blackout","label":"Uconnect display blackout and vertical lines","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11617753","quote_1_text":"Screen began to slowly go black. It started with 1/4 of it black and is now at 3/4 black. Touch still works, but I am blindly touching without being able to see what I’m selecting. This affects the back up camera as well","quote_2_odi":"11693815","quote_2_text":"The UConnect / touch screen display is constantly glitching- I can’t see anything other than striped lines and colors and/or a pitch black screen. I cannot use the rearview camera because of this, which creates a safety concern when backing up/reversing","quote_3_odi":"11635636","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the screen was blue and then turned black. The contact stated afterward only half of the screen was displaying an image","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes tied to recall 24V510000","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11711506","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving around a blind corner, when another vehicle started merging into the contact's lane, the contact avoided a crash with the vehicle however crashed into a ditch","quote_2_odi":"11613045","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11452223","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while his daughter was at standstill at a traffic light, she was rear-ended by another vehicle. No air bags were deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-engine-stalling","label":"Sudden engine stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11557075","quote_1_text":"Without warning, the Jeep will flash a number of error messages and the engine will immediately shut off","quote_2_odi":"11315545","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 JEEP RENEGADE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11418730","quote_3_text":"The contact leased a 2019 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stopped inadvertently with the “service automatic throttle control\" message displayed on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and low oil pressure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11277341","quote_1_text":"SEEMS THE 2.4L ENGINE IS BURNING THROUGH OIL (AVERAGING 1 QUART EVERY 1000 MILES). THIS IS DANGEROUS AND TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE IN A BRAND NEW VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11630546","quote_2_text":"Burning thru oil, there are no leaks. I just bought the vehicle couple weeks ago","quote_3_odi":"11649977","quote_3_text":"On 11/28/2024 my 2029 Jeep Renegade Multi Air Actuator failed we had just finished our drive when it failed. It spit oil everywhere and melted spark plug caps and cracked the value covers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11554110","quote_1_text":"Issue with brakes wearing and warping down after 10,000 miles after new brakes and rotors are replaced","quote_2_odi":"11461743","quote_2_text":"37000 miles, 4 sets of rotors, 4 sets of brake pads, the current set has only 1000 miles on it and rotors are already warped and cut marks on them, in less than 5 months","quote_3_odi":"11243780","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS LESS THAN 2000 MILES AND THE BRAKES ARE MAKING NOISE WHEN BRAKING. DROPPED OFF THE VEHICLE AT THE DEALERSHIP TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear exposing belts","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11476455","quote_1_text":"Both front tires had improper wear on the outside tread. The tires were worn down to the steel belts","quote_2_odi":"11464758","quote_2_text":"Owned my vehicle a little over 2 years and when walking past my car one day noticed a shimmery glare on my driver side from tire. Upon further inspection realized that the shimmer was coming from the belts that were already making an appearance","quote_3_odi":"11464761","quote_3_text":"4 months after my first incident with my front 2 tires, here i am again dealing with the exact same issue with the 2 rear tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2019-uconnect-screen-failure","label":"Uconnect touchscreen failure disabling camera and controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11614355","quote_1_text":"THE DISPLAY FOR REAR VIEW , RADIO, AND OTHER ITEMS HAS GONE BLACK. ONLY THE SCREEN DOES NOT WORK. RADIO STILL WORKS. THIS IS DANGEROUS BECAUSE WE CAN'T SEE WHO IS BEHIND US","quote_2_odi":"11678082","quote_2_text":"The backup up camera screen stops working when the car is warm. The screen divides into three columns","quote_3_odi":"11637602","quote_3_text":"The original Uconnect head unit is phasing in and out. Sometimes 1/3 of it will be completely black, other times all of it. I have seen hundreds of online forums that this is a reoccurring issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and seat belt failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11383310","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 JEEP RENEGADE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED IN FRONT OF HIS VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED FROM THE CRASH SITE. THE","quote_2_odi":"11621883","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped on the expressway for roadway construction, another vehicle rear-ended the rear driver's side. The contact's head and face struck the steering wheel, causing a nosebleed. The vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11447396","quote_3_text":"seatbelts did not stop me from hitting the dashboard/steering wheel when car hit us from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11674750","quote_1_text":"Engine stalled in much the same way as numerous other owners are describing on this forum. It happened on the freeway at 70mph in cruise control. Engine instantly killed, NO check engine light, dealership ran codes and found no errors. Very dangerous. Can Stellantis please","quote_2_odi":"11522348","quote_2_text":"The engine stalled and shut off with no warning lights or anything. The whole car shut off while I was driving. This has done it to me 2 times. First incident I was in the middle of an intersection and it died on me. I had to put the car in neutral and coast to safety. Got it to","quote_3_odi":"11365600","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 JEEP RENEGADE. THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY STALL AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD RESTART. THE CHECK OIL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A FEW DAYS AFTER, WHILE TURNING RIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH INTO THE GAS STATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-oil-leak-consumption","label":"Engine oil leak and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11704182","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Jeep Renegade has been burning a quart of oil every 1,000 miles or so. Im sure many people do not check it as consistently as i do. Burning oil im sure is hard on the spark plugs, catalitic converters, and the emissions","quote_2_odi":"11691750","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has an oil leak due to a faulty vacuum pump and gasket which is causing the vehicle to leak an excessive amount throughout the engine and other components. It was seen by a repair shop and they pinpointed the leak. This could cause an engine to stall while driving if not","quote_3_odi":"11682763","quote_3_text":"Oil leak from faulty gasket in 2020 jeep renegade trailhawks. First appeared August 11th","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-pcv-valve-defect","label":"PCV valve installed in reversed orientation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11415802","quote_1_text":"THE PCV WILL ONLY WORK IN ONE DIRECTION ON THE CRANKSHAFT/CAMSHAFT INTAKE!","quote_2_odi":"11415751","quote_2_text":"CAMSHAFT PCV-(PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE) DOESN'T WORK PROPERLY=(IN WRONG DIRECTION). ASKING FOR A RECALL. CAN CAUSE ACCIDENT BECAUSE OF LOW IDLE AND IMPROPER VACUM IN BRAKES CAUSING THEM TO FAIL","quote_3_odi":"11415756","quote_3_text":"THE PCV-(PRESSURE CONTROL VALVE) WORKS LIKE A DIAPHRAGM BREATHING IN AND OUT, WHICH THEN BLOCKS LIQUID FROM ENTERING THE AIR INTAKE AND MANIFOLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-tire-wheel-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and wheel lug nut failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11488238","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade equipped with Dunlop Tires, Tire Line: Signature 2, Tire Size: 23/60/R17, DOT Number: N6KTJR1R. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, there was a flapping sound coming from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle. The contact was able to","quote_2_odi":"11481382","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an oil change and tire rotation, the service mechanic discovered that the front passenger’s side wheel lug nuts had swollen and was extremely difficult to remove while","quote_3_odi":"11430084","quote_3_text":"The front passenger side blew out at my rim and came through the side. My back passenger side tire is splitting right at the rim where the front one blew out. 215/60 r 17 is the tire size. The belts are dislocating I believe and that’s why they blew out the way that they did","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-uconnect-screen-failure","label":"Uconnect screen failure disabling backup camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11727696","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system is highly defective even after replacement. The screen goes black, shows white lines and you're left unable to use your backup camera! After doing research this problem stems all the way back to 2016 renegades with the same system","quote_2_odi":"11605287","quote_2_text":"My touchscreen has begun to have an issue wherein the center of the screen displays as discolored, sometimes has lines running through the display, and sometimes glitches in such a way that items on the screen are in different spots than usual. The warped view of the screen is a","quote_3_odi":"11541325","quote_3_text":"UNKNOWN- When phone is connected to car and navigation is used the screen in car freezes, lags and turns the radio off and on. It happens too many times to keep count as I drive for a living. I took my jeep into the dealership to address the problem and get it fixed. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11349253","quote_1_text":"THE ACCIDENT HAPPENS WITHIN 7 DAYS OF PURCHASING THE CAR , DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AT 15MILE/ HOUR , WHEN I HIT THE BREAKS TO STOP THIS TRIGGERED THE ACCELERATOR , AND THE CAR SPEED AND WENT OUT OF CONTROL , THE MORE I TRIED TO BREAK THE MACHINE THE MORE SPEED IT TOOK ,","quote_2_odi":"11349261","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2020 JEEP RENEGADE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH AND APPROACHING A STOP SIGN, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED SHE TURNED THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT TO PREVENT CRASHING INTO METAL","quote_3_odi":"11512440","quote_3_text":"I was parking in my usual spot, slowly into the parking spot with my foot on the brake 5 mph, suddenly the Jeep accelerated and smashed into the wall of the building at full force. The Jeep bounced back so hard it jerked my head. The Jeep was leaking fluid, and the frame bent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in rear-impact crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11632436","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 25 MPH when another vehicle crashed into the rear at an unknown high rate of speed. The passenger side bumper edge was damaged as well as the rear passenger side door. The contact vehicle was propelled 6 meters forward as a…","quote_2_odi":"11613033","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] my  2021 Jeep Renegade 4x4 VIN [XXX]  was struck from the rear by another vehicle.  My vehicle was stopped at a traffic light in Columbus, Ohio.  My vehicles air bags did not deploy. The other vehicles air bags did deploy.  The Sheriff Office did make mention of this…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line chafing and fuel leak near exhaust","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11717976","quote_1_text":"The fuel line was rubbing against another pipe between the engine and firewall, causing it to leak, spraying gas all over the engine including the exhaust.  In my opinion if this hadn’t happened in traffic where you could smell it but on the interstate I hate to think what may…","quote_2_odi":"11690414","quote_2_text":"Fuel line bundle - dealership said its corroded it’s only a 2021 with no prior damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-fwd-collision-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation and shutdown","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11676531","quote_1_text":"The vehicle brakes sharply on its own even when there are no obstacles, cars, or objects in front of us. This happens at normal driving speeds and creates a serious risk of rear-end collisions—especially dangerous on highways","quote_2_odi":"11420198","quote_2_text":"The vehicle in front of me was at least one car length ahead of me as I was driving around 15 mph when the forward collision detection activated my automatic brakes and jerked me forward in the seat, almost causing whiplash. There was no reason for the detector to go off","quote_3_odi":"11739734","quote_3_text":"The component that failed, or I think is failing is the forward collision warning thing on my car. If the component actually went off, I could have cause a multiple car crash depended on who was behind me while I was driving. It has been reproduced by multiple drivers based on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-lane-keep-assist-crash","label":"Lane keep assist unintended steering intervention","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11560913","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph around a curve, the steering wheel went straight, and she attempted to correct it. The lane departure warning with lane keep assist engaged and began to beep and took control of the vehicle. The vehicle fishtailed…","quote_2_odi":"11431350","quote_2_text":"the steering wheel becomes self operating, the brakes respond and during driving the vehicle literally stops responding to manual driving. Both the steering wheel and brakes are automatically generated. In upper left corner of dash a directional turns red to green","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof stuck open or spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11661418","quote_1_text":"Sunroof got stuck open and when inspected at a body shop it was found to have several broken parts inside the mechanism. Sunroof was rarely used and was not handled roughly ever. No warning was given that the sunroof was broken or needing attention until it completely…","quote_2_odi":"11495663","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving.  No apparent cause (e.g. no reason to suspect a rock or other debris hitting the glass)","quote_3_odi":"11753190","quote_3_text":"Recently, the panoramic sunroof unexpectedly became stuck in the open position and would not close. Before bringing the vehicle to a Jeep dealership, I sought assistance from an independent automotive glass specialist, Advanced Auto Glass/Seek & Seal in Winter Park, Florida","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-transmission-gear-shifting","label":"9-speed transmission gear shifting and neutral dropout","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11472668","quote_1_text":"Transmissions are defective!  Will not go into 8th or 9th gear under any circumstances.  Jeep says it is what it is.  Transmission runs hot (3/4 or hotter) and mileage is awful.  Factory rep was to meet with me and backed out telling dealer customers have to deal with it","quote_2_odi":"11595477","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the transmission erroneously shifted into the neutral, causing the vehicle to abruptly decelerate. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer, but no service was performed, and the cause of the failure was not yet…","quote_3_odi":"11449343","quote_3_text":"Dashboard lights suddenly start blinking, from seatbelt, airbag, check engine… then the D starts flashing and the car loses power (goes like in neutral), forcing me to pull over, when I can. This happens while driving, this happens often","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2021-uconnect-screen-failure","label":"Uconnect touchscreen blackout and display distortion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11615732","quote_1_text":"The UConnect screen has not worked properly on the vehicle since September 2023. Initially the screen would be black or have lines through it when the temperature outside the vehicle was above 80 degrees and during daytime hours. Now the screen is black at all times","quote_2_odi":"11652686","quote_2_text":"The digital display control screen fades in and out randomly and without warning and at times it just goes black to just reappear as random as it dissipates.   It started doing this in February 2025 a couple times a week and as time has went on the incidences have increased to…","quote_3_odi":"11739261","quote_3_text":"The infotainment/radio system in this 2021 Jeep Renegade has been malfunctioning for nearly two years. The dealership repeatedly states that no replacement parts are available and no repair can currently be performed. The system intermittently fails, freezes, reboots, or goes…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2022-electrical-warning-lights","label":"Multiple warning lights and electrical system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11487618","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving in traffic, several warning lights appeared on the instrument panel as the vehicle stalled. The contact's daughter called the police who assisted her daughter with moving the vehicle off the roadway. The vehicle was towed to…","quote_2_odi":"11492251","quote_2_text":"about 2 months after purchase while driving, the front collision warning light came on and there was no reason why the light came on. I took it to the draler and was told it will take some time to find out the problems, needed to leave my car and would not providr a loaner or…","quote_3_odi":"11523768","quote_3_text":"Sensors randomly come on dash such as seatbelt that beeps even with the seatbelt on. Or the parking break light in which there has been a couple cases where it made the car turn off while rolling and engages parking break all on its on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2022-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724136","quote_1_text":"Upon changing the oil today (3/13/2026) my mechanic found a rear main seal leak. He stated to check for recalls/safety as this should not be happening; the car only has 54,000 miles on it. I have called a couple friends that have one and they too have leaks","quote_2_odi":"11495711","quote_2_text":"this vehicle is burning 1 quart of oil every 750 miles. Being unaware, when driving, engine shudder and tried to fail, making me unable to accelerate through an intersection. When trying to accelerate, the vehicles RPMs extend above 4 if I don’t accelerate at an extremely slow…","quote_3_odi":"11751775","quote_3_text":"While having my car serviced my mechanic informed me that I have an oil leak (and told me time to get rid of it). He did some searching and found that there is a safety-related issue and to take it to a dealer for repair. I have only had this jeep barely over two years. I have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2022-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11489075","quote_1_text":"I was driving the vehicle in the left lane on the Grand Central Parkway, a major highway in NYC, when the vehicle shut down on its own in moderate traffic. Every instrument light (Dummy Light) went on however the car did not turn off. I tried to turn the vehicle off but it…","quote_2_odi":"11509940","quote_2_text":"1st under hard acceleration or deceleration and sometimes while in turns under acceleration & deceleration you get a Large Bang from underneath the vehicle and it’s not only the sound but feels like the vehicle gets hit but it’s not. 2nd thing that has happened 3 times 2 times…","quote_3_odi":"11558955","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and shut down. The contact called the local dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"renegade-2022-throttle-lag-acceleration","label":"Throttle lag and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11605392","quote_1_text":"When attempting to accelerate the vehicle hesitates for several seconds and does not move then lurches forward.  It leaves me with no power in the middle of the road or when crossing a highway. It is intermittent but very dangerous. It happens from a stand still and while…","quote_2_odi":"11562168","quote_2_text":"Since it was purchased there is a 2-4 second delay when accelerating from a complete stop.  I live in a small mountain town in Colorado where I have to pull out into traffic all the time.  I have nearly been hit by other vehicles over a dozen times trying to pull into traffic","quote_3_odi":"11620423","quote_3_text":"while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle shuddered, lurched, and hesitated to respond while the RPMS were significantly high. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving from a complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2023-airbag-seatbelt-warning-lights","label":"Airbag and seat belt warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11605709","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11607223","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. There was an abnormal dinging sound detected","quote_3_odi":"11609287","quote_3_text":"While driving, the auto stop/start light illuminated, the airbag light illuminated and the auto parking brake illuminated. The seat belt sign also lit up and would continuously chime even through the seatbelt was plugged in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2023-blind-spot-lane-sensor-fault","label":"Blind spot and lane sensor false alerts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11736346","quote_1_text":"When using double lane outer turn, warning goes off at every turn alert that driver next to me. Blind spot monitor detects car in parallel turn lane, interpreting it as a dangerous situation. System cannot distinguish danger verse normal turning","quote_2_odi":"11614952","quote_2_text":"My blind spot warning is inaccurate. This vehicle was purchased March 2024 and is constantly in the shop. It was recalls and a faulty electric system","quote_3_odi":"11597479","quote_3_text":"The Serv 4wd light came on on June 26th 2024 and I never use my 4wd locking or select modes only durning the winter and last summer and the blind spot sensor on the passenger rear doesn’t work since I got the vehicle which was in august 2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2023-fcw-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11708044","quote_1_text":"When driving we can be a football field distance away from any moving vehicle and then forward collision safety feature activates. This has happened several times and could have ended badly if someone was behind us in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11632799","quote_2_text":"I will be driving and at times the forward collision warning has come on when driving past a vehicle in the turn lane","quote_3_odi":"11589321","quote_3_text":"Seatbelt airbags braking system auto start lights all come on when I start it and when I’m driving, Also had the front collision camera put me in at a complete stop when going 45 mph and sent me into the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2023-infotainment-screen-burn-in","label":"Infotainment screen burn-in while reversing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11641499","quote_1_text":"I drove for about 45 minutes and when I went to back up into a parking spot, the lettering from the main screen was visible on the screen while backing up","quote_2_odi":"11686528","quote_2_text":"When I speed up at times my cars engine will rev weird and when I go to back up the main screen is burned into the screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Renegade","model_slug":"renegade","cluster_id":"jeep-renegade-2023-park-shift-unintended-motion","label":"Unintended acceleration when shifting into park","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE, POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11723207","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Renegade. The contact stated that while shifting from drive(D) to park(P), the vehicle continued to accelerate or reverse unintendedly. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11721682","quote_2_text":"Additionally, the vehicle felt like it was about to roll over while driving around a curve. While accelerating or while driving uphill, the vehicle continued to accelerate. The TPMS warning light was illuminated while towing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/renegade","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-4wd-lockout","label":"4WD transfer case lockout in 4LO","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446435","quote_1_text":"At around 800 miles several warning lights turn on regarding servicing 4WD system and the vehicle became stuck in 4LO. The rear differential and transfer case were shot already and was told from dealer the cause was a control module but they had no update or fix for the module…","quote_2_odi":"11447648","quote_2_text":"While driving, 4WD low engaged. Would not disengage. Had to take it to the dealer with 700 miles on it. They reset the Drive Train Control Module. Jeep claims it needs a software update but it's not out yet. These vehicles are dangerous to drive in this condition","quote_3_odi":"11461327","quote_3_text":"Driving my vehicle home it was hard to turn and back wheels were locked out and not turning. After turning on and off vehicle SERV 4WD came on and manual said to get it in for service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-brake-failure","label":"Complete loss of braking ability while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642827","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated while parking the vehicle in the contact's residential driveway, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle was uncontrollable","quote_2_odi":"11686587","quote_2_text":"While in the elementary school carline this morning, waiting to drop my kids off at school, my brakes completely failed unexpectedly, causing me to roll into the SUV in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11617514","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] I was backing up trying to hook up a Uhaul trailer when suddenly my car completely lost its brakes and crashed into the trailer. The brake pedal became completely loose","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-door-latch-lock","label":"Power liftgate and door latch or lock malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755671","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced an internal electrical short circuit and hardware failure within the power liftgate latch assembly. This defective latch caused a severe parasitic 12V battery drain that repeatedly rendered the vehicle completely dead, leaving it unexpectedly stranded","quote_2_odi":"11728331","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, a minor seated inside the vehicle pulled on the handle of the rear driver’s side door, and the door opened unexpectedly","quote_3_odi":"11566956","quote_3_text":"Extremely unsafe issue, the door handles inside of the vehicle is not working for the last 3 months we have been unable to open the rear passenger door from the inside. In the event of an accident or fire the person or persons in the back would be trapped inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754467","quote_1_text":"I own a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer with the 5.7L HEMI eTorque system. The vehicle has lost all power while being driven on two separate occasions. The first occurred on October 22, 2025, on a major interstate. The second occurred on January 30, 2026, on a state highway","quote_2_odi":"11743470","quote_2_text":"While my wife was operating our 2022 Jeep Wagoneer Series III (5.7L HEMI eTorque, ~44,700 miles) at highway speed, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete electrical power failure","quote_3_odi":"11709236","quote_3_text":"On two separate occasions within 2 months of each other, the low battery/voltage warning appeared and shortly thereafter, every warning light in the dash came on and various messages appeared on screen stating that there were power/electrical issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-seat-latch-failure","label":"Second-row seat latch failure and unexpected folding","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754499","quote_1_text":"The right second row passenger seat in a 2022 Jeep Wagoneer appeared to be pushed fully rearward into its normal seating position and produced an audible/tactile click. No warning lamp or message indicated that the seat was not latched","quote_2_odi":"11553732","quote_2_text":"Seat folds down and ven when someone is in the seat. My son gets crushed constantly by the seat because of the the button","quote_3_odi":"11476729","quote_3_text":"The button that folds the second row seat is located right on top of the seat and easily accessible to my child, especially when sitting in a car seat (sitting higher)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and moonroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748838","quote_1_text":"While driving down the freeway at 70mph the sunscreen had a spontaneous sunroof explosion on the freeway. As it flew off the vehicle it damaged the top of the body with deep gouges along to of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11684402","quote_2_text":"This morning at approximately 5:30 AM on my way to work on Highway 69 bridge in Tuscaloosa, Alabama my sunroof spontaneously exploded. No foreign objects hit my vehicle. At the time of the event, I thought my car had been shot or a tire exploded as it was very loud","quote_3_odi":"11532415","quote_3_text":"I have a Series 1 Jeep Wagoneer with Dual Moon Roof… and my 3rd Row Moonroof also shattered but I had no idea until I took it to a carwash on my way to get it serviced and my moonroof ended up on top of my roof!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-2022-tire-wear-vibration","label":"Front tire wear and vibration from misalignment","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742288","quote_1_text":"2022 Wagoneer Series III has major alignment issues and ruining tires with the outside tire edges cupping/wearing bald due to the alignment kicking out within an hour of being aligned and driven at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11748971","quote_2_text":"I have had this jeep to 3 different dealerships multiple times over the 2 years I have owned it. I am getting my 3rd set of tires put on today. I have put approx 30k on it. It is eating tires. Down to the belt. The vehicle starts to vibrate at 70mph","quote_3_odi":"11614709","quote_3_text":"Severe outside tire wear on front tires and vibration at interstate speeds. Multiple cases on the forums which no one can get resolved. Unacceptable. Results in bald tires in as little as 10000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-brake-fluid-leak-incline","label":"Brake fluid leak when parked on an incline","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11566197","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a persistent brake fluid leaking problem. Anytime the vehicle is parked at a ~ 7% incline, where the front of the car is lower than the rear, the car leaks material amounts of brake fluid. The dealer has tried many times (over 4 times) to fix the issue by","quote_2_odi":"11543072","quote_2_text":"Leaks break fluid when parked at an angle (nose facing down hill). Heat seems to be a factor because it leaks more on hot days. The dealer has tried to remedy the problem no fewer than 4 times, replacing many major components. There appears to be a design flaw in the master","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-highway-speed-vibration","label":"Vibration at highway speed","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11744885","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will severely vibrate when traveling 60mph or higher. Faster speeds increase the vibration intensity. I used a vibration meter on the steering wheel and drove on a smooth highway. Multiple tests/results were all similar, the vibration meter would register up to 10.3","quote_2_odi":"11693778","quote_2_text":"The car vibrates when it drives over 65-70 mph. Passengers feel car sick. Many Wagoneer drivers experience the same problem, but there is no remedy.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and speedometer blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11738593","quote_1_text":"the gauge cluster and heads up display does not activate vehicle starts and drives but there is no speedometer no tach etc","quote_2_odi":"11691655","quote_2_text":"Speedometer & gauges will randomly blackout and not work and it causes the engine to do funny things while driving. Battery drains from the issues (stranded twice even after new batteries installed). Rear view camera sometimes glitches as well and freezes up.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering module failure and column lock","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11658667","quote_1_text":"The car randomly loses communication with power steering module and locks the steering column. This car has been in shop 6 times for it happening. Creates very unsafe situation as I’m unable to steer car to safety.","quote_2_odi":"11573634","quote_2_text":"2023 Jeep Wagoneer steering wheel became locked with alerts on the dashboard \"Power Steering Unavailable Service Required.\" Thank GOD I parked in a parking lot when I went food shopping. This has happened twice before to my wife in the garage but no alerts came out. I spent two","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-shift-to-park-shutdown","label":"Unexpected shift to park and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741885","quote_1_text":"I submitted an issue last week for the vehicle putting itself in park while driving and loss of brakes while driving. I brought the car to an authorized dealer and they told me they fixed the issue. It is now happening again. This is a major safety concern!","quote_2_odi":"11615524","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will throw itself in the park and shut off and not restart in the middle of traffic. It's not even stopped. You can hear the parking pin trying to engage until it slows to a point and then it'll slam on and lock up the brakes and skid to a stall. This has happened…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-thermostat-overheat","label":"Thermostat failure causing engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11732403","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has had 2 incidents where the engine overheated. In both instances, the thermostat has been replaced under warranty. Due to this most recent overheating event, the repairs were over $1750 excluding the portion of repairs under warranty. There were no warnings before…","quote_2_odi":"11600659","quote_2_text":"Car suddenly over heated in the middle of an intersection only allowing travel at about 1 mph thru traffic due to transmission also slipping because of the sudden thermostat failure. Was able to pull over to check coolant level and was low went to remove coolant reservoir cap…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2023-trailer-light-blackout","label":"Trailer light blackout while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11736586","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 JEEP Wagoneer. The contact stated that while towing, the vehicle experienced a serious and recurring safety failure where the trailer lights would function for approximately five minutes before a portion of them would blackout. This failure renders towing","quote_2_odi":"11692550","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced a serious and recurring safety issue: when towing, the trailer lights work for approximately five minutes before a portion of them blackout. This failure renders towing both unsafe and illegal, as it compromises visibility and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2024-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11706006","quote_1_text":"While making a left turn on a green left turn arrow the vehicle for no reason slammed on the brakes without any notice. Causing the car to come to a violent stop. And almost causing us to be rear ended. The violent stop caused both of us injuries to our backs and necks.","quote_2_odi":"11692427","quote_2_text":"At stoplight getting ready to turn left light turns green I proceed going about 15 20 mph in the middle of the intersection middle of the turn the car just slammed on its brakes. I thought I got in a car accident but looked around and there was no other cars around. This was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2024-aux-battery-drain","label":"Auxiliary battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11724941","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that the battery was constantly drained. The vehicle was taken to the same dealer several times for service; however, the dealer was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer believed that the failure was…","quote_2_odi":"11701408","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wagoneer. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage for approximately 8 days, and upon returning to the vehicle, the contact noticed that the battery was fully drained. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle with assistance.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2024-stall-shift-to-park","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown or shift to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11623739","quote_1_text":"With less than 500 miles on the vehicle, while stopped at a stoplight, the vehicle automatically shifted from drive to park and had to be restarted in order to accelerate forward. Check engine light also came on. When stopped at the same light again moments later, the same thing…","quote_2_odi":"11711043","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Jeep Wagoneer Series 2 frequently stalls while coming out of idle, such as at traffic lights. This is not the auto stop-start feature and happens whether or not auto stop-start is deactivated. Usually, after being by stopped, as I am getting ready to start moving again,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2024-steering-chassis-vibration","label":"Steering wheel and chassis vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11747336","quote_1_text":"Immediately after taking delivery of this brand-new 2024 Jeep Wagoneer L, a severe and violent mechanical vibration was detected while driving at highway speeds. When the vehicle reaches 70 mph and above, the steering wheel shakes aggressively in the driver's hands, and the…","quote_2_odi":"11622947","quote_2_text":"Vibrations in steering and seating despite multiple balancing attempts and new tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer","model_slug":"wagoneer","cluster_id":"wagoneer-2024-thermostat-overheat","label":"Engine overheating from thermostat failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745881","quote_1_text":"Vehicle overheated and came to a sudden stop on a busy intersection, with my five young children in the car. Faulty thermostat.","quote_2_odi":"11700562","quote_2_text":"On November 17, 2025, my vehicle engine overheated and shutdown while my wife was driving and left my wife and school aged daughter stranded on the side of the road. Took vehicle to dealership and they identified the Thermostat to be faulty and needing replaced.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-s-2024-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure with loss of braking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11672058","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my Wagoneer S experienced a brake booster failure, rendering the brakes inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11713666","quote_2_text":"This is an update to my July 8, 2025 complaint regarding a brake booster failure on my 2024 Jeep Wagoneer S","quote_3_odi":"11668916","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is scheduled to return to the dealership again. Multiple safety-critical systems are affected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-s-2024-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Sudden loss of acceleration and power (limp mode)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11705592","quote_1_text":"2024 Jeep Wagoneer EV has recurring electrical/propulsion faults with turtle (reduced power/limp mode) and wrench warning light, causing sudden loss of acceleration and reduced power","quote_2_odi":"11703523","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road with my three kids in the car and a turtle light showed up and I could not accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11714681","quote_3_text":"While driving on highway, message saying “stop safely vehicle will shut down soon” appeared on dashboard. At that time the acceleration would not respond forcing me to drive max speed of 30 mph that decelerated further","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-s-2024-stuck-in-gear-no-shutdown","label":"Vehicle will not shift out of gear or power off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749518","quote_1_text":"On XXX I was unable to turn off my vehicle and could not shift it into any gear","quote_2_odi":"11729725","quote_2_text":"EV stalled, would not turn off or on, refusing to go into gear (Park, Drive, Reverse or Neutral) and the emergency brake automatically engaged","quote_3_odi":"11701041","quote_3_text":"At 2,000 miles car experiences an issue when going from drive to reverse the car issued warning that transmission needs to be serviced, wouldn’t go into any gear and wouldn’t turn off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"jeep-wagoneer-s-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11729836","quote_1_text":"While maneuvering at low speed into my garage, the vehicle accelerated forward beyond my intended input and in a manner inconsistent with a controlled parking maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11729788","quote_2_text":"Vehicle accelerated after foot removed from pedal causing the vehicle to strike the inside of garage wall.s","quote_3_odi":"11748043","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted to reverse(R) and rolled backwards unintendedly at approximately 10 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"wagoneer-s-2025-brake-malfunction","label":"Unexpected brake engagement and reduced stopping power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723615","quote_1_text":"While driving our 2025 Jeep Wagoneer S EV, the electronic parking brake engages without driver input while the vehicle is in motion. The vehicle suddenly decelerates as if the parking brake has been applied","quote_2_odi":"11682770","quote_2_text":"While traveling on the interstate at approximately 70 mph, I pressed the accelerator pedal to increase speed. Instead of accelerating, the vehicle suddenly jerked, and the wheels locked up as though the brakes engaged on their own","quote_3_odi":"11711997","quote_3_text":"Started car and put it in reverse, slow to reverse. Then tried to pull forward, very sluggish with a delay, then when I pushed accelerator a little more, it took off and then it wouldn’t stop. I had to slam on breaks to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"wagoneer-s-2025-collision-avoidance","label":"Forward collision system disabling or false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746806","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's automatic emergency braking (AEB) / forward collision avoidance system activates without cause and brings the vehicle to a sudden, complete stop in the middle of an intersection. This has occurred on at least two occasions","quote_2_odi":"11747103","quote_2_text":"While driving, the ABS warning light illuminated, indicating that the anti-lock braking system required service. At the same time, the vehicle became noticeably more difficult to stop, requiring increased braking distance and significantly earlier brake application than normal","quote_3_odi":"11742675","quote_3_text":"It’s put me and my family at risk yes the problem is confirmed by mechanic every time when the problem occurs I get warnings to stop driving and turn off the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"wagoneer-s-2025-door-detachment-recall","label":"Door detachment risk under open recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727883","quote_1_text":"I am not comfortable with this recall. Having a door fall off while driving is not acceptable. The dealer is totally overwhelmed","quote_2_odi":"11727882","quote_2_text":"The dealer can't take my car in for service for at least 3 weeks even though the vehicle is not safe to drive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"wagoneer-s-2025-propulsion-loss","label":"Loss of propulsion and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754488","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is unsafe; it freezes while driving leaving one unable to navigate in any way. Everything ceases at once - nothing works, you can't put it into P/D/R/N, it won't accellerate or turn off","quote_2_odi":"11703970","quote_2_text":"While driving on the interstate, the vehicle went into “limp” mode and showed a turtle on my screen. From there, my vehicle decelerated drastically from 80 to 40 and did not allow me to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11666352","quote_3_text":"The car died/bricked up 2 days ago 7 days after owning the vehicle. They said it was a cell in the 12 volt battery. Just picked it up and drove it for 30 minutes it threw up a turtle error and jerked forward a few times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wagoneer S","model_slug":"wagoneer-s","cluster_id":"wagoneer-s-2025-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission lockup and unintended gear selection","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726662","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced two critical drivetrain failures. The first occurred in December 2025 at approximately 2,000 miles. The transmission failed, leaving the vehicle undriveable and requiring a tow","quote_2_odi":"11679821","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was shifted into drive to exit the driveway however, the vehicle accidentally shifted to reverse, requiring approximately 6 to 8 attempts to drive forward","quote_3_odi":"11724069","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has experienced three separate safety failures within only a few months of ownership. Incident 1: While driving with my children in the vehicle, the battery warning light illuminated and the vehicle immediately entered a low-power “turtle mode,” rapidly losing speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wagoneer-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure and part unavailability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11689603","quote_1_text":"The ABS computer brake module is bad in my jeep. It needs a replacement. Confirmed by Chrysler Jeep dealership. However, Chrysler does not offer a replacement module. ABS does not work on my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11667173","quote_2_text":"The vehicle requires an ABS module. I have been waiting for over 4 months for part availability. According to dealer they dont have any ETA on availability and have been told it may not be something they ever go back to producing","quote_3_odi":"11596883","quote_3_text":"In January 2024 my ABS brakes failed and I went to my local dealership where I purchased the vehicle. The dealership service department told me that my ABS module failed with a code of C2200 ABS Module Internal Failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-airbag-clockspring-recall","label":"Airbag clockspring failure and Takata recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11750351","quote_1_text":"The replacement clockspring provided as the official safety remedy has completely failed after only roughly 15,000 miles of driving, illuminating the SRS airbag warning light and completely disabling the supplemental restraint system","quote_2_odi":"11600951","quote_2_text":"The RHD Jeep Wranglers had a recall on all the clock springs. I had mine fixed, it lasted a year and then broke again","quote_3_odi":"10958049","quote_3_text":"THIS WIRE 'TAPE' EVENTUALLY BROKE WHICH MEANS YOU DON'T HAVE A WORKING AIRBAG, HORN, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11671473","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road in my 2008 wrangler and all of the sudden every light flashed on my dash board then it felt like I could not shift gears then smoke came pouring out of my air vents","quote_2_odi":"11431741","quote_2_text":"Engine compartment caught on fire with no warning. My family's lives were in danger. We escaped vehicle before front was engulfed in flames","quote_3_odi":"10991008","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, FLAMES COULD BE SEEN UNDER THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-fuel-filler-overflow","label":"Fuel filler neck overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11626760","quote_1_text":"The fuel filler neck has an issue. When I refuel, I have to stop the pump manually or the filler cap will overflow","quote_2_odi":"11376026","quote_2_text":"GASOLINE BURPED OUT OF FUEL FILLER TANK TUBE. ALL OVER THE JEEP AND GROUND. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME I FILL THE TANK","quote_3_odi":"11067088","quote_3_text":"FUELING UP THE JEEP WITH THE AUTO SHUT OFF AT FILLING STATIONS NOW CAUSES ABOUT 2 CUPS OF GASOLINE PUKING OUT THE FILLER AND ONTO MYSELF , VEHICLE , AND GROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-manual-trans-first-gear-pop","label":"Manual transmission popping out of first gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11458966","quote_1_text":"Transmission pops out of first gear randomly. Was making a left turn across a 4 lane highway when transmission popped out this time","quote_2_odi":"11096800","quote_2_text":"MY JEEP HAS BEEN JUMPING OUT OF GEAR. IN TRAFFIC, DRIVING IN 1ST GEAR, AT ABOUT 5-10 MPH, FLAT TERRAIN IN A STRAIGHT DIRECTION, IT JUMPS OUT OF GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11073741","quote_3_text":"MANUAL TRANSMISSION POPS OUT OF FIRST GEAR CAUSING VEHICLE TO STALL. THIS OCCURS WHEN STARTING FROM A STOPPED POSITION AS THE CLUTCH IS RELEASED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-steering-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble steering oscillation at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11349530","quote_1_text":"I'VE EXPERIENCED THE 'DEATH WOBBLE' AROUND SEVEN TIMES SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE IN FEBRUARY OF LAST YEAR, MAINLY ON SECONDARY ROADS","quote_2_odi":"11072361","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE AT 65 MPH, ( DEATH WOBBLE), SCARED THE HELL OUT OF MY WIFE!!","quote_3_odi":"11172132","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE VIOLENTLY VIBRATED UNTIL IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2008,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2008-tipm-electrical-malfunction","label":"TIPM-driven electrical system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1255,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11704890","quote_1_text":"While driving at speed, vehicle electrical went haywire. Headlights went on and off. Horn sounding on and off, Wipers and washers going on and off, HVAC blower on and off","quote_2_odi":"11471687","quote_2_text":"The TIPM shorts out then the wipers, start running, horn blares, windshield washer fluid sprays, lights flash. The only way to stop it is unhook the battery","quote_3_odi":"11243701","quote_3_text":"TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM) MASS FAILURE CAUSING ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS TO GO HAYWIRE AND CAR TO BE UNDRIVABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2010-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module fails with no replacement part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11744768","quote_1_text":"Abs module failed the company no longer makes the chips to repair this module","quote_2_odi":"11725651","quote_2_text":"ABS Module fails with C2200 code. No replacement parts are available, hence driving with no ABS (manual brakes). Jeep needs to address the nationwide backlog on ATS moudles so proper repairs can be made and Jeep owners have the peace of mind that the ABS is functioning properly","quote_3_odi":"11565431","quote_3_text":"The ABS control module is reporting a DTC code C2200 indicating an ABS module internal failure. The instrument panel warning lights for esp, bas, abs and the traction control are all continuously lit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2010-airbag-clockspring-recall-parts","label":"Airbag clockspring recall repair delayed by parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11548771","quote_1_text":"Jeep Wrangler JK is required to replace clockspring due to dust that could compromise airbag circut causing potential non-deployment of the driver airbag. Currently, the jeep is available for inspection","quote_2_odi":"11457946","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V018000 (Air Bags) and 16V290000 (Air Bags) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11091156","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE FROM A PRIVATE OWNER. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V290000 (AIR BAGS), ALTHOUGH THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE A RECALL NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2010-death-wobble-steering","label":"Uncontrollable front-end shaking known as death wobble","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11544540","quote_1_text":"Track bar bracket broke off at 65 mph due to violent steering death wobble. I had no steering when track bar bracket welds broke off axle. No Sterring","quote_2_odi":"11074329","quote_2_text":"SPORATIC UNCONTROLLABLE SHAKING WHILE DRIVING. ONLY STOPS WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN TO AROUND 20MPH. I GOOGLED IT AND IT'S KNOWN AS THE \"DEATH WOBBLE\" AND IS VERY PREVALENT PROBLEM WITH JEEPS","quote_3_odi":"11292075","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WILL EXPERIENCE UNCONTROLLABLE VIBRATION I.E. DEATH WOBBLE WHEN GOING OVER A MINOR BUMP IN THE ROAD. THE DEATH WOBBLE CAN LAST FROM 20 YARDS TO 100 YARDS DEPENDING ON THE SPEED AND TERRAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2010-fuel-filler-spitback","label":"Fuel spits back or overflows during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11700768","quote_1_text":"When refueling and the pump shuts off, fuel with then leak back our and will run down the side of the jeep onto the ground. This is a large fire hazard, and there was previously a recall for 2007 and 2008 for this","quote_2_odi":"11643439","quote_2_text":"As you were fueling the vehicle it will spit fuel back at you and poor fuel all over the ground and me, many people have this problem there is a recall from 2007 to 2008 but not 2009 through 2010 even though they have the same exact very dangerous issue","quote_3_odi":"11456757","quote_3_text":"When trying to fill up with gas, the automatic shut off on the nozzle will go off, to the point where when trying to fill up you end up spilling gas on yourself or out of the car, happens every time, all the time and is a known issue for Jeep Jk's","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2010,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2010-tipm-electrical-stall-fire","label":"TIPM or fuse box electrical failure causing stalling or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11190910","quote_1_text":"TOTALLY INTEGRATED POWER MODULE (TIPM) FAILED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING THE JEEP TO DIE AT HIGHWAY SPEED MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL ON THE NORTH TEXAS EXPRESSWAY WITH NO EXITS","quote_2_odi":"11065224","quote_2_text":"MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS SUDDENLY REFUSED TO TURN OFF. YOU MUST REMOVE THE FUSE OR DISCONNECT THE BATTERY FOR THE WIPERS TO STOP. WAS INFORMED BY DEALERSHIP THAT IT WAS A FAULTY TIPM","quote_3_odi":"11463365","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle lost electrical power and shut off inadvertently. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact was unable to restart the vehicle after several attempts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with no replacement part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11662559","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module needs to be replaced and Jeep is no longer making them. Very unsafe!","quote_2_odi":"11677716","quote_2_text":"ABS Control module failure. According to multiple Jeep dealers, this part has been on back order \"for a very long time.\" I am unable to source a new part to repair my vehicle. Jeep should be able to provide replacement parts for critical safety items","quote_3_odi":"11723973","quote_3_text":"My jeep wrangler Abs module has failed and needs to be replaced. But Jeep decided not to make this part anymore and now me and a LOT of others can’t get a new abs Module. My jeep is way too dangerous to drive now. When accelerating from a stop the vehicle barely kicks in like","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-airbag-clockspring","label":"Airbag warning light from clockspring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11521074","quote_1_text":"I have a bad clockspring in my Jeep Wrangler causing my airbag indicator to come on","quote_2_odi":"11230210","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DICK SCOTT CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (684 ANN ARBOR RD W, PLYMOUTH, MI 48170, (734) 451-2110) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"10958389","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN RANDOMLY COMING ON WHILE DRIVING. I RESEARCHED THE TOPIC TO FIND OUT THAT THE CLOCKSPRING WAS OFTEN THE CAUSE OF THIS. I FILLED OUT A COMPLAINT MENTIONING THE CLOCKSPRING. SHORTLY AFTER, AND PERHAPS COINCIDENTALLY, I RECEIVED NOTICE FROM CHRYSLER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-death-wobble-steering","label":"Front-end oscillation (death wobble) at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11312094","quote_1_text":"DEATH WOBBLE. WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10985001","quote_2_text":"TODAY MY 2011 JEEP WRANGLER UNLIMITED WITH 22K MILES BOUGHT NEW BY MYSELF EXPERIENCED THE OSCILLATING FRONT END ISSUE COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE \"DEATH WOBBLE\". MY STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND I HAD TO HOLD ON HIGHLY AT 60 MPH TO MAINTAIN CONTROL. I WAS TERRIFIED AND HAVE","quote_3_odi":"10979069","quote_3_text":"DEATH WOBBLE, DEALERSHIPS ARE NOT TELLING BUYERS THIS MAY BE A PROBLEM WITH THEIR JEEP. I HAVE DEVELOPED THIS PROBLEM WITHOUT KNOWING WHAT IT WAS AND WAS A TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE. WILL NOT DRIVE IT ON THE HIGHWAY ANYMORE AND CHECKED TO HAVE IT FIXED AND THEY WANT $700! THAT IS NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing or rod failure before high mileage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10993548","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION CAUSED ENGINE TO FAIL, HAD 4000 MILES TO NEXT OIL CHANGE AND ONLY HAD 1/2 QUART OF OIL REMAINING. NO SMOKE OR OIL ON GROUND WERE DETECTED","quote_2_odi":"11091542","quote_2_text":"DRIVING HOME FRIDAY NIGHT ENGINE STARTED HARD KNOCKING AND HAD CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. THROWN ROD. CALLED LOCAL JEEP DEALER AND CORRESPONDED WITH MOTHER SHIP JEEP - TOLD ME TO POUND SAND. MENTIONED SOMETHING ABOUT IT BEING A CANADIAN CAR AND NO WARRANTY - HOW WOULD I KNOW THAT?","quote_3_odi":"11143683","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT MY JEEP WITH 67,000 MILES, WITHIN A YEAR BEFORE REACHING 100,000 MILES IT WAS ONLY AT ABOUT 99,000MILES WHEN THIS HAPPENED AND APPARENTLY THE ENGINE WASN'T LUBRICATING CORRECTLY AND A BEARING IN THE ENGINE SHATTERED. EVEN THOUGH I CHANGE MY OIL EVERY 3,000 MILES WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-fuel-filler-overflow","label":"Fuel spray-back and overflow when refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11311872","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME WE FILL THE GAS TANK, FUEL SPEWS/SPILLS OUT AT THE END OF PUMPING THE GAS","quote_2_odi":"10968298","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY GAS TANK IT CLICKS ONCE TO SHUT OFF AND THEN FUEL COMES SHOOTING OUT LIKE A GEYSER. I HAVE TRIED PUMPING SLOWLY AND ALL DIFFERENT POSITIONS WITH NOZZLE AND THAT DOESN'T HELP. A HUGE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE SPITS OUT EVERYWHERE","quote_3_odi":"11521444","quote_3_text":"Jeep wranglers have a common problem with the fuel inlet. It clogs over time then will cause fuel to spill over or click off constantly while fueling the vehicle. This gets worse in cold months. I have spilled fuel hundreds of times over the years while fueling. Jeep forums and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2011,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2011-tipm-electrical-stall","label":"TIPM failure causing electrical shutdown or stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":485,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10994080","quote_1_text":"THE TIPM HAS FAILED NO TRUN SIGNALS AND OR BRAKE LIGHTS","quote_2_odi":"11731648","quote_2_text":"Jeep just quit while driving. Towed to dealership….dealership told us it was the TIPM and they couldn’t get another one for at least a year. No other options given. Had to tow the vehicle to my house from there!!!!! This is a known problem/recall for my Jeep her but for some","quote_3_odi":"10968548","quote_3_text":"RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING WIPERS, LIGHTS LOCKS AND HORN WILL OPERATE. THIS ALSO HAPPENS SOMETIMES WHEN THE DOORS ARE OPENED WHILE STATIONARY. IT HAS BECOME PROGRESSIVELY FREQUENT. I BELIEVE IT TO BE THE TIPM BASED ON THOUSANDS OF OTHER COMPLAINTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with backordered replacement part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11759337","quote_1_text":"ABS Control module, went out while driving on the interstate , causing vehicle to go into limp mode , and almost causing multiple vehicle accidents, loss traction Control, emergency brake light, and abs warning light on","quote_2_odi":"11711140","quote_2_text":"ABS module malfunction. This has been an ongoing problem for Jeep Wranglers of this year, previous and later. Jeep recalled other models for ABS module malfunctions. Being a retired auto worker am aware that same components are used on other models to","quote_3_odi":"11563780","quote_3_text":"While interstate driving the vehicle dash dinged, I looked down to find the ABS, Traction Control and Emergency Brake came on. I immediately pulled off the interstate for a visual inspection of the breaks and brake fluid but did not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light from clockspring or squib circuit fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11654695","quote_1_text":"The Air Bag warning light is one and won't go off","quote_2_odi":"11424248","quote_2_text":"Clockspring malfunction, not working, airbag light illuminated. Similar problem with Jeep RHD Wranglers which uses the same part as the LHD Wranglers, resulting in no airbag deployment if involved in accident","quote_3_odi":"11331851","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT HAS CONTINUOUSLY STAYED ON NO MATTER TRYING TO RESET IT OR SITTING IN THE SEAT IT'S JUST BEEN ON AND I'M AFRAID THAT IT'S FAULTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-engine-valvetrain-ticking","label":"Cylinder head or valvetrain ticking noise on the 3.6L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11665284","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing misfires on multiple cylinders, especially cylinders 1 and 5, triggering codes P0300, P0301, and P0305. These misfires result in loss of power, hesitation, and rough idle, creating serious safety concerns during acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11300169","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A TICKING NOISE COMING FROM CYLINDER HEAD. THIS IS A ISSUE THAT A LOT OF 2011-2012 JEEP WRANGLERS HAVE BEEN HAVING","quote_3_odi":"11258029","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED, RESULTING IN P0302 #2 CYLINDER MISFIRE. AFTER REPLACING CONSUMABLE PARTS (SPARK PLUG, ENGINE COIL) RESET ENGINE LIGHT. CODE RETURNED AFTER 20 MILES DRIVING. DEALER TECHNICIANS INDICATE ISSUE IS #2 CYLINDER HEAD NEEDS REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-fuel-filler-overflow","label":"Fuel overflows from the filler tube or tank during fill-up","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11706537","quote_1_text":"Having a hard time putting gas, I have to do it slowly so it can go in, the worst is when I put fuel a bit more fast it will throw gas out even if it ain't even close to half the tank","quote_2_odi":"11194512","quote_2_text":"FUEL IS OVER FLOWING FROM FILLER TUBE WHEN AT THE GAS STATION. FUEL RUNS DOWN THE SIDE OF VEHICLE AND ON TO THE GROUND. THIS HAPPENS ALMOST EVERY TIME I FILL UP","quote_3_odi":"11502922","quote_3_text":"Occasionally we would smell gasoline fumes. The occurrence became more frequent to the point we had a mechanic check it out. The mechanic dropped the gas tank and found that there is a steel ring between the tank and the fuel pump flange","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Vehicle stalls or shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11645843","quote_1_text":"The 2012 jeep jk wrangler has serious electrical issues. The jeep randomly stalls while driving and sometimes won’t start at all. Right before it stalls, every light on the dashboard flashes and continues to flash until the car dies","quote_2_odi":"11391056","quote_2_text":"MY JEEP WRANGLER 2012 JKU WILL SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WHILE RUNNING. I HAVE A 18 MONTH OLD THAT RIDES IN THE BACKSEAT AND THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE TIMES THAT I HAVE FELT VERY UNSAFE FOR HIS LIFE AND MINE","quote_3_odi":"11291635","quote_3_text":"WHILE APPROACHING A STOP-LIGHT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS (BUT NOT ON EVERY OCCASION), THE 3.6 LITER PENTASTAR ENGINE IN MY 2012 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT HAS STALLED, WHICH CAUSES IMMEDIATE & COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER-STEERING & HYDRAULIC BRAKE-POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-steering-death-wobble","label":"Front-end shake or death wobble in steering at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11506546","quote_1_text":"I have experienced on a number of occasions, when traveling on the highway at speeds greater than 60 MPH and the vehicle his a bump in the road (expansion joint, pothole, etc), the vehicle begins to bounce uncontrollably. The steering wheel vibrates uncontrollably and it feels","quote_2_odi":"11443364","quote_2_text":"Driving vehicle at low speeds (30-40mph), front end of Jeep shakes uncontrollably. Vehicle must be stopped in order for shaking to stop. This shaking is becoming worse and dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11287965","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED THE \"DEATH WOBBLE\" FOUR SEPARATE TIMES WHILE DRIVING. THE MOST RECENT FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH. THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO TURN LEFT AND RIGHT WITHOUT WARNING AND THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2012,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2012-takata-recall-delays","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":832,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11720945","quote_1_text":"Received Stop-Drive letter from Stellantis/FCA on Takata airbag recall—front airbags may explode in crash, sending metal shards. Letter says do not drive until fixed. Called hotline (833-585-0144) twice yesterday & today—no help","quote_2_odi":"11253630","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V018000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED KOONS TYSONS CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (2050 CHAIN BRIDGE RD, VIENNA, VA 22182, 703-790-0900) TO HAVE THE VEHICLE SERVICED; HOWEVER","quote_3_odi":"11186879","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL .I WENT INTO MY AUTHORIZED JEEP DEALER . PRESTIGE JEEP ON CENTENNIAL PKWY , LAS VEGAS , NEVADA FOR THE RECALL OF PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR. WAS TOLD BY RECEPTIONIST IN SERVICE THAT THEY COULD NOT ORDER PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module internal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11747157","quote_1_text":"Had this 2013 Jeep Wrangler since new and has ABS module internal failure code C2200. ABS, ANTI SKID, BRAKE lights are constantly lit on the dashboard. No ABS on this Jeep making it unsafe in an emergency braking situation which could cause a crash. Have tried for over a year","quote_2_odi":"11722228","quote_2_text":"The ABS module that controls the antilock braking system is defective for mine and many other Jeeps from 2013-2017. Jeep is no longer manufacturing this part, and essentially this renders the vehicle undriveable. I have sought modules both locally and online, and the experts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-clockspring-failure","label":"Clockspring failure disabling horn and steering controls","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732766","quote_1_text":"The clockspring went bad, but the recall for that only applies to 2007-2010 Jeep Wranglers. The airbag light is on, my horn does not work, and the buttons on my steering wheel don't work","quote_2_odi":"11486745","quote_2_text":"Recently had my traction control and air bag lights illuminate, at the same time my horn quit, steering wheel controls no longer work and cruise control is out. After some research, I am quite sure it's a faulty clock spring","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11496190","quote_1_text":"when while I’m driving the vehicle will turn off . I already have this situation happened to me so many times while there’s cars next to me or in face of me","quote_2_odi":"11270872","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 JEEP WRANGLER ENGINE SHUTS DOWN VERY INTERMITTENTLY WHEN DRIVING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS AND CITY SPEEDS, IT HAS HAPPENED MANY TIMES, LEAVING ME WITH NO POWER STEERING OR POWER BRAKES, I FIND THIS A SAFTY HAZZARD... IT'S BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP FOUR TIMES WITHOUT ANYTHING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel supply line leak onto hot engine","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11430474","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, he noticed a strong gasoline odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to drive to his residence and turn off the vehicle. The contact stated as he opened the hood of the","quote_2_odi":"11542431","quote_2_text":"The Fuel Supply Tube part #68141849AD cracked, causing fuel to leak into the engine bay when the car was started. The entire cabin filled with gas fumes so intensely my eyes would water","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-oil-cooler-housing-crack","label":"Oil filter housing cracking and leaking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11307610","quote_1_text":"THE OIL FILTER HOUSING/COOLING ASSEMBLY IS PLASTIC, CHEAP, AND LOCATED RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ENGINE. MINE, ALONG WITH MANY OTHER JEEPS OF THIS MAKE AND MODEL HAVE THEM FAIL WELL UNDER 30,000 MILES. THIS CAUSES MASSIVE ENGINE OIL LOSS WHICH IN TURN CAUSES ENGINE DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11502378","quote_2_text":"Motor rocker arm failed possibly damaged motor. Engine oil cooler cracked. Leaking oil over my exhaust. Possibly causing fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-rocker-arm-tick","label":"Rocker arm ticking noise in 3.6L Pentastar engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11518049","quote_1_text":"At around 85k miles the vehicle began developing a loud tick. It appears every vehicle with this motor or similar motor with the same internal Valve Rocker Arms have this problem. This Jeep problem is so bad that the parts are on a 2 month back order and every dealer admits","quote_2_odi":"11203950","quote_2_text":"ENGINE BEGAN MAKING TICKING NOISE FROM ENGINE BAY AT ABOUT 77,000 MILES. JEEP HAS BEEN SERVICED AS REQUIRED WITH QUALITY SYNTHETIC OIL AND FILTERS SINCE NEW. DONE MORE OFTEN THAN JEEP REQUIRES. TOOK TO DEALER WHO AGREED IT WAS MAKING NOISE AND NEEDED FIXED. WHEN VALVE COVERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-suspension-wobble","label":"Front suspension high-speed wobble","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11472870","quote_1_text":"DRIVING THIS JEEP HIT A BUMP JEEP GOES INTO A DEATH WABBLE","quote_2_odi":"11186845","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP WRANGLER. WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHOOK, WOBBLED, AND VIBRATED. THE LOCAL DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2013,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2013-takata-recall-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":649,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11233445","quote_1_text":"RE:RECALL#V01...RECEIVED URGENT NOTICICATION FROM FCA REGARDING AIR BAG EXPLOSION CONTAINING \"SHRAPNEL\" (THEIR WORDS), WHICH CAN KILL OR SERIOUSLY INJURE OCCUPANTS. NOTICE STATED \"PARTS ARE AVAILABLE.\" NOTIFIED BY DEALER 7/19 THAT THERE ARE NO PARTS - MINIMUM 4 MONTH WAIT. 4","quote_2_odi":"11189982","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 JEEP WRANGLER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V021000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. SWAMPEES AUTO DODGE RAM FIAT JEEP OF PHOENIX (16406","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-abs-control-module-backorder","label":"ABS control module failure and parts backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11743539","quote_1_text":"The ABS module on my vehicle has gone bad. I have no antilock brakes, no traction control and my cruise control no longer works. Jeep no longer produces the module needed to repair my vehicle. Their customer service department refuses to help because I have no proof that I’ve","quote_2_odi":"11742193","quote_2_text":"I own a 2014 Jeep Wrangler Sahara JKU with approximately 67,000 miles. The vehicle has experienced a failure involving the ABS control module and related braking/stability systems. Current symptoms include: * ABS warning light illuminated * Brake warning light illuminated *","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-airbag-clockspring-failure","label":"Clockspring failure affecting airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11506656","quote_1_text":"RECALL # 16V-288 28 JUNE 28, 2016 CLOCKSPRING ON 2014JEEP , WRANGLER UNLIMITED SPORT 4X4. VIN: 1C4BJWKG3EL257078--- **RECALL - REPLACED CLOCKSPRING 22 AUG 2016 @ 73,416 MILES (N/C), *** REPLACED CLOCKSPRING 6 FEB 2019 @ 133,086 MILES (N/C) TEAM DODGE - THEY WARRANTY PARTS FOR 2","quote_2_odi":"11658900","quote_2_text":"The Clock Spring has been identified as being bad, (nothing in the steering wheel works). I have owned it for 5 years and it hasn't worked for at least 3-4 of those years. I don't know if it has been replaced... However, for something that is a safety concern, such as the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-death-wobble-steering","label":"Death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11444621","quote_1_text":"With less than 30,000 miles, this car developed a \"death wobble.\" At unpredictable moments, the whole car will start shaking and it is nearly impossible to control the steering wheel. Until you slow down to almost a stop, the shaking continues indefinitely. I've since","quote_2_odi":"11726121","quote_2_text":"Death wobble. Dealership that has it now (Campbell Chevorlet in Bowing green ky) knows and fails to fix or report it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-engine-rocker-arm-camshaft-wear","label":"Rocker arm and camshaft bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11444359","quote_1_text":"Concerning all Jeep Wrangler vehicles with the Pentastar 3.6L V-6 engine. These engines utilize variable valve timing with DOHC’s. Jeep dealers and owners are aware of a very common issue with bearing failures in these assemblies, resulting in damage to the camshafts requiring","quote_2_odi":"11432988","quote_2_text":"Issue with lifters ticking at 49k miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-oil-filter-housing-crack","label":"Oil filter housing and oil cooler crack","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11748414","quote_1_text":"The plastic oil filter housing was leaking oil onto my exhaust I had to quit driving it because of fear of a FIRE, SO MY QUESTION IS : IF YOU HAVE OIL RUNNING DOWN AND DRIPPING OF YOUR EXHAUST AND YOU GUYS WONT RECALL IT BECAUSE YOU SAY ITS NOT A SAFETY ISSUE? YOU GUYS ARE","quote_2_odi":"11441531","quote_2_text":"This is another complaint about the oil filter and oil cooler assembly problem that's known on the 2014 Wranglers. It's made of plastic (that cracks) with plastic gaskets (that shrink/crack over time). It's a known problem, has been reported by many, especially for vehicles in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2014-tipm-electrical-failure","label":"TIPM electrical module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":652,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11567231","quote_1_text":"The windshield wipers just stopped working. They worked two days before. Turned the car on, windshield wipers came up even though they were not turned on, stuck in the up position and stopped. Replaced motor & switch, checked the fuse and wiring, still not working. TIPM in it","quote_2_odi":"11666875","quote_2_text":"My 2014 jeep wrangler unlimited started throwing the motor in limp mode. Had it checked out and it's the TIPM and the wiring harness. As I dug into that some 2014 jeeps already have a recall on this. But I cannot find on my VIN. Could this be a needed recall that this jeep","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-abs-limp-mode","label":"Limp mode and speedometer loss with ABS module failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11752090","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate into a higher gear and went into LIMP Mode. The ABS warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel and was also illuminated prior to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11680577","quote_2_text":"ABS module quit working, ABS, BRAKE, TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS came on. I then had no speedometer and transmission would not shift","quote_3_odi":"11754138","quote_3_text":"The Jeep speed dropped dramatically while the engine rpm increased sharply. The sudden deceleration caused a near pileup among the vehicles behind me, but no collision occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module internal failure (code C2200)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11747824","quote_1_text":"I have a Bad ABS control module error code. Code C2200. The Module is not available to purchase. I had it back ordered for a year already till the dealer cancelled the order and refunded me the money. I am forced to drive my jeep this way","quote_2_odi":"11689101","quote_2_text":"The ABS and traction control warning lights came on. The dealership diagnosed the issue as a failed ABS control module, part number 68259556AD. The vehicle is now considered unsafe to drive, and I am on a waiting list for a replacement part with no estimated time of arrival","quote_3_odi":"11657934","quote_3_text":"An ABS warning light and brake warning light illuminated on the dash. Vehicle traction control and ABS systems are inoperable as a result of the fault. I have attempted to purchase a replacement ABS module to correct the failure for over a year now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-clockspring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clockspring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11445957","quote_1_text":"A faulty clock spring is causing the air bag light to stay on. It is also affecting the horn and steering wheel controls","quote_2_odi":"11611291","quote_2_text":"My horn and all my steering wheel controls just stopped working due to a failure of the clock spring","quote_3_odi":"11730359","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated while making turns, the air bag warning light illuminated, and the vehicle made a beeping sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11707742","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40-50 MPH on the highway far right lane, several unknown warning lights illuminated as smoke was coming from under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11522861","quote_2_text":"In march 2023, after sitting cold in the driveway for 10+ hours, it spontaneously combusted. It was very obviously an electrical fire based on the smell alone. It appeared that the most damage was in the area of the battery and fuse box","quote_3_odi":"11708596","quote_3_text":"Our 2015 Jeep Wrangler JK Unlimited just caught on fire. I happened to be in my daughter’s bedroom, 20 feet away from where the Jeep was parked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11653056","quote_1_text":"I can be driving in my neighborhood, on the highway or coasting and my Jeep stalls. Everything else is working, radio, heater just the rpm goes to zero. I have to quick turn on my hazards and prey I can coast to safety","quote_2_odi":"11453252","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has been suddenly shutting off while I am driving. There is no warning that anything is wrong with the vehicle. The first time it happened was October 2021. When it has these failures they happen multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11465841","quote_3_text":"Dash lights suddenly lit up, power shut down and I had no control. Thankfully, I was able to coast off to the shoulder without incident. Dealer has confirmed that TIPM module was faulty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-oil-filter-housing-leak","label":"Cracked oil filter housing with oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11567122","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the oil filter housing/assembly. It was changed out by the Pep Boys I do not have it on hand but upon research it appears that this is a known issue on the 3.6 and the 3.2 Chrysler Pentastar engines","quote_2_odi":"11502448","quote_2_text":"While driving we had a huge oil leak, with out the oil indicator light turning on. The Pentastar oil filter housing was cracked leaking oil all over the engine and leaving a burning smell","quote_3_odi":"11481297","quote_3_text":"Oil filter housing leaking oil,build up of oil sludge on top of intake manifold,if build up persists it may cause vehicle to catch fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2015,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2015-valvetrain-tick-misfire","label":"Valvetrain ticking and cylinder misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":464,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11747302","quote_1_text":"At approximately 75,000 miles, I began hearing a persistent ticking noise from the engine. Because I was concerned that the noise could indicate a mechanical problem, I scheduled an inspection with an authorized Jeep dealership","quote_2_odi":"11565958","quote_2_text":"At 134,000 miles the engine developed a loud ticking. My garage reported that rocker arms, cam shafts and heads needed rrplacement","quote_3_odi":"11617255","quote_3_text":"2015 original owner, developed misfire cylinder #4 P0304, replaced coils, plugs, injectors, harness on that side. Misfire still present, noted others have reported issues with cylinder head (valves, cams, rockers)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-abs-module-c2200","label":"ABS control module internal fault (C2200)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11732536","quote_1_text":"The ABS module (68259556AD) on my 2016 JKU is not working (code C2200) and the part is not available anywhere. I tried buying online and reaching out to a dealership, but everyone acknowledges Stellantis doesn’t have the part available. There are posts on Jeep forums from 2023","quote_2_odi":"11683730","quote_2_text":"In February of 2024, my ABS, traction control and brake warning lights came on. This disables the ABS, traction control and cruise control. After scanning the vehicle for codes, there is a C2200 internal fault for the ABS control module. Making sure it is not a sensor issue, I","quote_3_odi":"11687428","quote_3_text":"Jeep Wrangler Unlimited ABS, Brake, & Traction Control warning lights all came on at once while driving. Once jeep stopped vehicle went into limp mode limiting power and MPH to less than 30 MPH. Which is a huge safety problem when all the roads to and from out house are 45 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11531292","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle driving at high speeds rear-ended the contact's vehicle, causing her vehicle to flip over twice; however, no air bags were deployed. The contact sustained a","quote_2_odi":"11572931","quote_2_text":"Stopped at traffic light. Hit from behind, into vehicle in front of said vehicle. Air bags did not deploy. Police report filed; insurance representative, jeep dealership all have inspected. No warning lamps, messages or other symptoms prior to the failure. Rear ended at traffic","quote_3_odi":"11468135","quote_3_text":"I ran into a truck that stopped in the middle of the road, The impact was hard. My airbags didnt deploy. My chest is hurting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-brake-caliper-binding","label":"Front brake caliper binding and brake line restriction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11667897","quote_1_text":"Left front brake caliper not releasing. Replaced caliper and brake pads, problem still exist. After some research found that there has been an issue with brake line. Apparently the mounting bracket on the line has in some cases pinched the line restricting fluid flow causing","quote_2_odi":"11432220","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a dangerous brake part on all of the later model wranglers. The front brake lines collapse because of a clamp holding the brake line. This happened to our 2016 Jeep Wrangler willys edition it is garaged and only has 25,342 miles. The dealer wanted 2700 to redo all","quote_3_odi":"11539022","quote_3_text":"Had right front brakes, caliper and rotor replaced two times in the past 6 months. Same problem. At times, brakes feel like they are stuck and will not release. Standard transmission and there is no roll back on inclined driveway. Drove it 5 miles home when it started messing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11618464","quote_1_text":"The airbag light came on, then went off. This happened for a while, meanwhile, the horn stopped working and the controls in the steering wheel were incapable of anything for the radio. I was informed it was a bad steering clock spring and it needed to be replaced. Part #","quote_2_odi":"11498201","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the contact attempted to blow the horn and no sound came from the horn. The contact stated that the steering wheel became difficult to steer and the controls on the steering wheel were inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11644420","quote_3_text":"I had someone cut me off on the highway, I went to honk my horn & it didn't work. I then also noticed that my steering wheel control buttons did not work, or light up either. Upon investigation I found out that those are all symptoms of the clockspring not working properly &","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11710238","quote_1_text":"My 2016 jeep wrangler jk will just stop running all power is lost, it's happened on the freeway as well as around town multiple times.. I get no codes. Once I can pull off the hiway it has always started back up after removing key and placing key back in ignition it starts","quote_2_odi":"11525150","quote_2_text":"As I drive, the car loses the ability to accelerate. It then passively stalls and the automatic steering locks up. All electrical inside the car still stays on. I put the car in park and it restarts on the first key turn. It has happened up to 3 times in a trip, but it is","quote_3_odi":"11508891","quote_3_text":"2016 Jeep Wrangler intermittently misfires then immediately loses power and dies. Also loses power steering at the same time. It almost caused an accident and is a big safety concern. Now I drive in the right lane in case I have to hurry and pull off the side of road. I turn the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-oil-filter-housing-crack","label":"Oil filter housing and oil cooler cracking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11427730","quote_1_text":"Oil filter housing/Oil cooler cracked. Dealership says its a common problem on 2014+ jeeps with 3.6 liter engine yet Jeep hasn't issued a recall. Dealer stated that this seems to happen around 50,000 miles on vehicle. No warning lights came on, noticed smoke coming from under","quote_2_odi":"11499201","quote_2_text":"Oil Housing Unit crack. Just bought vehicle used. Weather dropped to 28 degrees and oil housing unit cracked. All oil poured out of vehicle and would not hold any oil when more was added. Took vehicle to Jeep dealer and they confirmed that the PLASTIC piece that was the original","quote_3_odi":"11566095","quote_3_text":"Oil filter housing is made of plastic and over time the plastic, exposed to heat cycle and elements from being under the plenum, becomes brittle and cracks. The cracks in the oil filter housing create a susbtantial oil leak that drips engine oil onto the exhaust and is a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2016,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2016-rocker-arm-misfire","label":"Cylinder misfire with rocker arm and camshaft wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":455,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11518067","quote_1_text":"75,000 MILES, ENGINE TICKING ON COLD START, ENGINE LIGHT FOR CYL 2 MISFIRE, ENGINE CHUGS AND HAS LOW ACCELERATION. DEALER REPLACED ROCKER ARM UNDER OWNER'S EXTENDED WARRANTY. DID NOT FIX PROBLEM AND NOW ARE DISASSEMBLING ENGINE. READ MANY OTHER CUSTOMERS WITH SAME PROBLEM, CLASS","quote_2_odi":"11499392","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard a tapping sound under the hood of the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The dealer was notified of the failure and indicated that the rocker arm and the camshaft","quote_3_odi":"11491858","quote_3_text":"P0302 code popped up all four rocker arms on left cylinder need to be replaced. Jeep had normal oil change 50k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-abs-module-backorder","label":"ABS control module failure with backordered part","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754697","quote_1_text":"ABS system module has failed and the manufacturer has it on indefinite backorder. I read reports of some customer waiting over 400 days for this part. It compromises the effectiveness of the antilock braking system. How do they get away with this?","quote_2_odi":"11683977","quote_2_text":"After dash lights came on, my issue was diagnosed as an ABS module failure by my mechanic. Jeep offers no repair. Options are limited and expensive. I’m driving on 1985 brakes until repaired. I understand this is a problem common to JK models and has been occurring for years.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-airbag-clockspring","label":"Airbag clockspring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11545536","quote_1_text":"The airbag light is on. The clocksprin is the failure and is very expensive at the dealer.","quote_2_odi":"11541169","quote_2_text":"Airbag light continually goes off and on with alerting beep and light","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-brake-caliper-seizure","label":"Brake caliper seizure and lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11477438","quote_1_text":"Rear brakes locked up, over heating, burning smell.","quote_2_odi":"11457607","quote_2_text":"Both front calipers froze at 48,663 miles causing excessive smoke and brake damage. Only symptom was shaking of steering wheel during normal use. Stopped immediately. Vehicle towed, cost to repair $1200.00","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-death-wobble","label":"Steering wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11311321","quote_1_text":"IF YOU HIT A BUMP OR POTHOLE THE FRONT END SHAKES VIOLENTLY.","quote_2_odi":"11525156","quote_2_text":"My Jeep has been experiencing what is called the “death wobble”. When I get over 50mph, it starts to shake real bad feeling as though my tires are about to come off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-fuel-tank-control-valve","label":"Fuel tank control valve leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11704406","quote_1_text":"Fuel tank valve control valve leak has small crack where fuel vapors are leaking affecting my fuel efficiency and causing a evap system ECL.","quote_2_odi":"11536486","quote_2_text":"Fuel overfill due to improper design of the filling tube. Caused fuel to spill onto vehicle, bumper and ground. Fire hazard high.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2017,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2017-oil-cooler-housing-crack","label":"Oil filter housing cracking and leaking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":308,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11566592","quote_1_text":"Oil filter housing cracked","quote_2_odi":"11494291","quote_2_text":"Oil filter housing has failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11693201","quote_1_text":"The ABS module has failed on the vehicle. Attempts to repair it have been unsuccessful due to the part being back ordered for years.","quote_2_odi":"11677156","quote_2_text":"My ABS module has failed. Should be a simple fix however Jeep does not have this part available to be purchased. After doing a lot of research into this part it is a Mopar only part and there are thousands of people trying to find this part. This part is a vital part to the…","quote_3_odi":"11632973","quote_3_text":"ABS module failure. Been waiting almost a year now for one, but apparently it’s not a priority to Chrysler and their engineers. It’s going to cause an accident one day and when it does, Chrysler is going to be writing a fat check to your truly.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-engine-internal-failure","label":"Engine head gasket, lifter, and oil cooler failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11738326","quote_1_text":"Oil cooler failure at 7 years and 90000 miles. This is a known engineering issue due to a plastic housing that is resolved by upgrading the oil cooler housing to aluminum instead of plastic. It’s a $1000 repair. Because this is an engineering issue the consumer should not have…","quote_2_odi":"11687950","quote_2_text":"Left headgasket blew at 51k miles / Sept 2024. Second headgasket (waiting on confirmation of left or right) blew at 62k miles. Vehicle is well maintained. Forums online suggest similar issues with other 2018 - 2023 jeep / chrysler engines.","quote_3_odi":"11669742","quote_3_text":"The 3.6L Pentastar engine has a know engine problem with the Cam, valves, lifters. I am a lucky enough to have the same ticking issues as millions of other unsuspecting customers. They was just quoted $6,000 dollars for the repair at our local Dodge dealer for a know defect on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster goes blank or flickers","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11737095","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster went black when I was driving. This prevents the driver from seeing warning lights, digital speedometer, the fuel gauge and the odometer. The car was examined by my private mechanic, and he stated he could not fix it. He advised me to go to the Jeep…","quote_2_odi":"11714713","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Jeep Wrangler Sahara is experiencing a complete and permanent failure of the instrument panel cluster, which has gone entirely black. This is the exact safety defect described in Recall 24V-652 (Jeep Recall Code 30B), yet my VIN is currently being excluded from…","quote_3_odi":"11705512","quote_3_text":"Dash cluster will go blank upon starting. This has happened every few weeks since I bought it in Nov 2019. Reported to local dealership in ealry 2020, but when you turn off Jeep, the next time it restarts, everything looks fine and they could not reproduce the problem at the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss tied to CAN bus fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11722596","quote_1_text":"CAN Bus is failing and giving me issues! Power steering stops working, auto stop start fails, I was taking off at an intersection and my vehicle lite up like a Christmas tree and would not shift out of first gear causing me to pull off the road at a dangerous spot.","quote_2_odi":"11689045","quote_2_text":"I lost power steering while driving due to bad can bus connector cause by poor solder joints.","quote_3_odi":"11626006","quote_3_text":"Check power steering warning light Appeared during driving and steering became difficult Light turned off. After stopping and trying to restart vehicle steering warning light is back on and steering is nearly impossible after 2 weeks in repair shop was told it was fixed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-steering-shake-highway","label":"Steering shake at highway speed over bumps","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11743278","quote_1_text":"Any time I am over the speed of about 55 mph, and hit any type of bump, the steering wheel starts to shake violently. I have to slow down to about 40 mph to make it stop. I almost got rearended by an 18-wheeler yesterday on the interstate.","quote_2_odi":"11731239","quote_2_text":"Any time I get above 55 miles per hour the steering starts shaking and I feel as if I’m going to lose control of the vehicle. I have had the recalls done on it, but it continues.","quote_3_odi":"11628187","quote_3_text":"= Customer states that when hitting a bump they have the typical jeep death wobble Conditions?= Found the vehicle to have play in all steering joints and the right front axle joint t9 have play. The vehicle has 31,000 miles on it and has never been in an accident. it started…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2018,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2018-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Radio touchscreen delamination and ghost taps","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1784 total)","source_complaint_count":1784,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11654680","quote_1_text":"The radio touchscreen delaminated. Do to the delamination the screen would experience 'ghost touches' resulting in random controls being pressed. For example, At times, while driving highway speed the backup camera would activate and distract the driver and require screen…","quote_2_odi":"11622154","quote_2_text":"The navigation/radio screen has delamination. At first, I thought it was just cosmetic. Starting in July of 2024, it started doing things independently, such as changing channels, the source, and switching between navigation and backup camera; on [XXX], it started turning on…","quote_3_odi":"11652006","quote_3_text":"The jeep screen delaminates which will cause 'ghost taps' on the screen. These ghost taps could do anything that can be changed in the vehicle while still or driving. For example, while driving at highway speeds, the rear view camera will activate on the screen causing a major…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2019-front-end-wobble","label":"Front-end wobble after hitting a bump","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":726,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11418098","quote_1_text":"Above 65, if I hit a bump, my Jeep gets the \"Death Wobble\" reported in many other Jeeps. I am scheduled to have the Damper replaced, but many forums state this is only a band-aid and will wear out or won't truly fix the problem.","quote_2_odi":"11505383","quote_2_text":"I have experienced the death wobble 4-5 times. The dealer says they have already replaced the steering damper once already. I am concerned there are more issues with the steering system on this Jeep.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2019-speedometer-abs-electrical","label":"Speedometer and ABS faults with electrical warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":726,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11609808","quote_1_text":"ABS light will come on, speedometer will stop working, Gear shift will lock up and not move. Jeep will stop moving while on highway at random times without any warning. Steering will lock up on turns not allowing the vehicle to turn.","quote_2_odi":"11630567","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has electrical issues that cause system malfunctions including loss of ABS, power steering, speed control, and speedometer. Multiple attempts by jeep dealership are unable to diagnose issues.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2019,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2019-steering-play-wander","label":"Steering play and wander at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":726,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11271734","quote_1_text":"2019 JL RUBICON 4 DOOR. HAS EXCESSIVE PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL GOING DOWN THE ROAD. JEEP DRIFTS FROM SIDE TO SIDE IN THE LANE. DOESN'T FEEL RIGHT, LIKE THE STEERING BOX IS SHOT. DOESN'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING. GET IT FIGURED OUT ASAP!","quote_2_odi":"11193532","quote_2_text":"STEERING WANDERS ON HIGHWAY SPEEDS. DOES NOT KEEP IN LANE, NEEDS CONSTANT STEERING CORRECTION AND INPUT. YOU CANT TAKE YOUR EYES OFF EVEN FOR A SECOND AS IT COULD MEAN THE JEEP COULD BE GOING INTO ONCOMING LANE OR ADJACENT LANES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2020-death-wobble-steering","label":"Steering death wobble","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 586 total)","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11652295","quote_1_text":"Death Wobble on this vehicle. It shakes uncontrollably at higher speeds after hitting a bump in the road.","quote_2_odi":"11701466","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle experienced the \"Death Wobble\". The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle violently shuddered and vibrated. The contact stated that the failure had occurred…","quote_3_odi":"11641056","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65-70 MPH, the vehicle experienced the death wobble. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the failure was related to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2020-engine-misfire-failure","label":"Engine misfire and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 586 total)","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11681101","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2020 Jeep Wrangler Sahara suddenly failed and was diagnosed by the dealership as a complete internal failure involving the lifters and camshaft. The dealership explained that this type of failure can spread metal fragments throughout the oil system, requiring a…","quote_2_odi":"11651788","quote_2_text":"The engine started to misfire due to bad components. The check engine light did not come on to indicate there was an issue until it was too late and the damage was done not only to the engine but other components as well. This was extremely dangerous as the issues resulted in…","quote_3_odi":"11727473","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HWY AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED WHILE IN MODERATE TO HEAVY TRAFFIC- THE ENGINE FAILED, LOCKED UP AND STALLED IN THE FAST LANE- THERMOSTAT OVERHEATED WITHOUT WARNING OR LIGHTS- ENGINE LOST COMPRESSION- SHOULD BE RECALL AS THIS IS PREVALENT IN THIS MODEL ENGINE- 2020…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2020,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2020-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument panel cluster going blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 586 total)","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703124","quote_1_text":"The instrument dash panel went blank while driving.","quote_2_odi":"11700214","quote_2_text":"Instrument Panel went completely out. Can not tell how much gas is in the jeep, how many miles it has, can't see any digital details on the instrument panel. Completely black.","quote_3_odi":"11704642","quote_3_text":"Digital gauge cluster goes completely blank. Will come back on intermittently and then goes blank again for extended periods of time.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-4xe-high-voltage-battery-fire","label":"4xe high-voltage battery fire recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11698871","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4xe has now been through three separate recalls for the same high-voltage battery fire risk, each time with the same “software flash” remedy instead of a permanent repair. Recall 24V-111 (04B, Feb 2024): Software update to the Battery Management System…","quote_2_odi":"11703744","quote_2_text":"Fire risk. Recalls for software update. I’ve done the software update once already after my jeep wouldn’t start and had to be towed to the dealership. My engine light came on again along with a stabilizer bar warning light. The dealership said they need to do another software…","quote_3_odi":"11704315","quote_3_text":"Open recall with no fix that’s a safety issue do to the potential of the vehicle catching fire. I have filed a claim with mopar and they just keep saying that there’s no fix available. I’m looking to get a buy back because this vehicle is not safe.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-4xe-loss-motive-power","label":"4xe loss of motive power after recall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11696436","quote_1_text":"2021 jeep wrangler 4xe , power loss twice after recall was completed in 2022. INCIDENT AFTER RECALL completed. 1st - power loss, turtle sign. got stuck in hope BC, Canada. ECU FLASH fixed it, chilliwack, BC. 57000 miles roughly. Hv battery voltage sensor ckt performance issue…","quote_2_odi":"11639159","quote_2_text":"Our vehicle experiences loss of motive power as well as a complete disconnect from the battery. All diagnostics have shown that physical battery connections are good. We have been left on the side of the road with the inability to drive the vehicle above 20 mph…","quote_3_odi":"11717746","quote_3_text":"After 68C recall has been performed and \"passed\" the car will lose acceleration and power when trying to go up a hill. Will not accelerate when in electric mode.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11683734","quote_1_text":"I experienced an extreme coolant leak caused by the coolant inlet tube fasteners backing out and becoming loose. This is consistent with MOPAR recall CSN ZD8 for 2021-2022 Jeep Wrangler. My vin does not seem to be covered by this recall but experienced the same issue. I request…","quote_2_odi":"11703882","quote_2_text":"Jeep has a design defect in vehicles equipped with the 2.0L turbocharged engine where the coolant reservoir is positioned directly adjacent to the turbocharger and turbo heat source with insufficient heat shielding. Due to the constant high heat exposure, the plastic coolant…","quote_3_odi":"11667825","quote_3_text":"Coolant leaking, engine overheating, dealer says not covered issue despite it being a known issue (see customer satisfaction notification zd8 coolant leak. But dealership is going to charge me over five hundred dollars to replace a gasket and use some lock tight on my vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-death-wobble","label":"Steering and front-end death wobble","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703444","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Jeep Wrangler has the well known \"Death Wobble\". Jeep isn't taking this very serious safety concern seriously. When speed increases to 70 mph the jeep shakes uncontrollably and you must slow down almost to a stop to regulate again. This should be a recall! Huge safety…","quote_2_odi":"11739756","quote_2_text":"Death wobble almost caused me to go head on with a semi at 57mph.. it doesn’t matter the speed either . I’ve had it to two different dealerships they replace the steering stabilizer that made it worse . They tell me it doesn’t do it when they have it .It’s been aligned 4 times…","quote_3_odi":"11636383","quote_3_text":"With less than 35,000 miles on a 2021 jeep wrangler, I have started to experience extreme shaking when going over a bump. Otherwise, known as the “Death Wobble”. The steering wheel shakes uncontrollably and could cause a serious accident while driving…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-fire-while-parked","label":"Vehicle fire while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11743233","quote_1_text":"Unknown Our 2021 Jeep Wrangler caught fire in our garage destroying our home as well. The vehicle had been sitting for over 10 hours before suddenly catching fire. When I open the garage door, the engine compartment was completely engulfed in flame. I used four fire…","quote_2_odi":"11732400","quote_2_text":"The car which is barely driven, suddenly caught on fire while parked in my home driveway after sitting there for close to 8 hours. so the car wasn't in use at the time. It's completely gone.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11636956","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel is not working at all, it is totally black. I can not see speed, gas amount, any emergency lights, i can not tell if my lights are on bright or dim, if my turn signal is on or anything. I have already been stranded on the side of a busy highway at night…","quote_2_odi":"11680095","quote_2_text":"Instrument Cluster Panel failure while driving. There was a recall for this part in many other jeeps in 2024, it’s time to throw another recall for this one as well. There are so many failures that the part is on backorder, my Jeep has been sitting at the dealership waiting for…","quote_3_odi":"11689286","quote_3_text":"My 2021 Jeep wrangler (VIN: [XXX] ) experienced an instrument cluster failure. I took the jeep to the local Jeep dealer for maintenance and verified the instrument cluster (IC) needs to be replaced. This issue is present for other 2021 Jeep wranglers (same make/model) and there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2021,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Sudden power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 867 total)","source_complaint_count":867,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11709438","quote_1_text":"The power steering system experienced a sudden failure while the vehicle was in motion. Steering assist was lost without warning, causing a significant and immediate increase in steering effort. This created a serious safety hazard and I nearly lost control of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11668853","quote_2_text":"Unpredictable complete loss of power steering that will continue until the brakes are applied and speed is reduced to approximately 30 mph and voltage level spikes, as high as 16.3 volts as shown on the instrument panel. It is not temperature related. When disabled it requires…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-25v741-battery-fire-recall","label":"High-voltage battery fire-risk recall (25V-741)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System). The contact was in contact with the local dealer and the manufacturer, and was advised that the part for the recall repair was not available","quote_2_odi":"11720727","quote_2_text":"OUR VEHICLE HAS BEEN. UNDRIVEABLE SINCE RECALL 68C/25V-741 AND HAS BEEN AT THE JEEP DEALER (FRIENDSHIP JEEP CHRYSLER IN FOREST CITY NC) SINCE 1/5/2026 WITH NO GUIDANCE AS TO WHEN TO EXPECT A FIX AND RETURN TO US","quote_3_odi":"11703243","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-68c-power-limp-mode","label":"Power loss after 68C hybrid battery recall repair","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748604","quote_1_text":"I am writing regarding my 2022 Jeep Wrangler 4xe (VIN [XXX]), which has been out of service since January 2026 as a direct result of a manufacturer safety recall involving the high-voltage battery (Safety Recall 68C)","quote_2_odi":"11745048","quote_2_text":"After the latest 68C recall fix, Jeep has adjusted the behavior of how the vehicle's electric mode operates. When the battery gets to a certain temperature when driving, the engine is supposed to turn on (to prevent the fire risk hazard)","quote_3_odi":"11746276","quote_3_text":"RE: SAFETY COMPLAINT FOLLOWING RECALL 68C (NHTSA Recall Number 24V-111 / Mopar 68C) I am the owner of a 2022 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe. Prior to having safety recall 68C performed, the hybrid system functioned flawlessly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11669103","quote_1_text":"My Jeep Wrangler has an internal short in the instrument cluster. Recall campaign # 24V652000, diagnosed by Beck Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge in Palatka, FL","quote_2_odi":"11621441","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the instrument panel went black. The contact was unable to view any information displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11744183","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a black screen. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or a dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble front-end oscillation at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754741","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle went into the death wobble. The contact pulled over to the side of the road to inspect the vehicle before driving to the residence. The failure had occurred three times","quote_2_odi":"11735120","quote_2_text":"On 12/17/2025, my 2022 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited (VIN [XXX] , 15,871 miles) experienced violent front-end oscillation — known as \"death wobble\" — while my daughter was driving on the highway at approximately 50–55 mph after encountering a road imperfection","quote_3_odi":"11734581","quote_3_text":"Q1: The steering and front suspension system malfunctioned. The vehicle experiences a severe “death wobble,” violent and uncontrolled shaking/oscillation of the steering wheel and front end after hitting bumps or uneven pavement, especially at higher speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-power-loss-shutdown","label":"Total power loss or turtle-mode shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11685971","quote_1_text":"Loss of Motive Power - will be driving on the interstate and the car will suddenly go into turtle mode with no warning and the car will abruptly slow down to a slow crawl","quote_2_odi":"11740668","quote_2_text":"Bought used in 2026. Twice the car lost power while driving. A turtle warning light shows. Taken to Jeep dealer for repairs twice. We stopped using the electric function of the car","quote_3_odi":"11697342","quote_3_text":"For second time the JEEP shut down and (stop) in the middle of a higthly trafic street without any warning. I feel risk for my life, my mother and my 9 year old child","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2022,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"jeep-wrangler-2022-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerk during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":376,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11701936","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Jeep Wrangler. The contact stated that the transmission failed to properly engage. The contact was able to move the gear shift lever from park(P) to reverse(R), however, the transmission failed to respond as intended","quote_2_odi":"11633385","quote_2_text":"The vehicle tends to lurch/jerk forward during various driving scenarios. The most frightening is when you are approaching a stop light/sign, and there is a car in front of you when this happens. I have had several experiences of almost hitting the vehicle at the light/stop sign","quote_3_odi":"11623514","quote_3_text":"3 months after purchase. I Driving on highway 70mph, pressed clutch peddle as I was exiting and slowing down. clutch literally combusted (and fly wheel). Jeep was smoking and smelled like fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2023-battery-fire-recall-unrepaired","label":"High-voltage battery recall with no remedy available","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11639100","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Jeep Wrangler. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V720000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11625967","quote_2_text":"I am being told by Stellantis that the car is unsafe to park in or near structures. I was also told not to charge it b/c that was also unsafe. There is zero timeline for repair and no updates provided","quote_3_odi":"11698042","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is affected by a high-voltage battery defect related to thermal runaway and fire risk. The manufacturer has instructed owners to avoid charging the battery, avoid using the hybrid system normally, and to park the vehicle away from structures","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2023-death-wobble","label":"Death wobble front-end oscillation at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11751433","quote_1_text":"On numerous instances now, while travelling at highway speeds a small bump or uneven surface will cause the vehicle to experience the \"Jeep Death Wobble\" and will violently shake the entire vehicle out of control unless a rapid deceleration and / or stoppage occurs","quote_2_odi":"11700949","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sahara Mileage: Approx. 67,000 Case Number with Jeep/Stellantis: 94808242 I am reporting a recurring and dangerous “death wobble” safety defect in my 2023 Jeep Wrangler Sahara","quote_3_odi":"11702688","quote_3_text":"Complaint Summary: Severe, dangerous steering oscillation (“death wobble”) while driving at highway speeds. Violent shaking after hitting a bump on Highway 94 in Minneapolis caused near loss of control. Forced to pull off the road to avoid an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2023-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739884","quote_1_text":"Complete failure of entire instrument cluster including speedometer, tachometer, odometer, and all warning indicators making vehicle unsafe to drive. Issue occurred on startup without warning. Dealership confirmed that instrument cluster is faulty","quote_2_odi":"11728607","quote_2_text":"I own a 2023 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe (VIN: 1C4JJXR66PW627097). The instrument cluster/dashboard intermittently shuts off while driving, resulting in complete loss of speedometer, warning indicators, and critical driver information","quote_3_odi":"11715265","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Safety Complaint – Instrument Cluster Failure Component/System Failed: The instrument cluster (dashboard display), part number 68522503AD, malfunctioned and intermittently went completely black while the vehicle was in operation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2023,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2023-post-recall-power-loss","label":"Loss of drive power after high-voltage battery recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755207","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe High Altitude received FCA Recall 68C. Since the recall was completed, the vehicle has experienced repeated and unpredictable reductions in available propulsion during normal driving","quote_2_odi":"11746998","quote_2_text":"While driving, my 2023 Jeep Wrangler 4xe suddenly loses drive power without warning. The car is a plug in hybrid vehicle. The vehicle routinely displays 'Electric Temporarily Unavailable'","quote_3_odi":"11629841","quote_3_text":"Loss of power when driving with no warning. Jeep power cut out driving with D flashing. Safety risk was a car on the road driving with traffic then no power. Pulled over to the side to get off the road as far as I could. “Service Hybrid System” message appeared with blinking D","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-4xe-hv-battery-fire-recall-68c","label":"High-voltage battery fire risk and recall 68C remedy delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2026-02-02 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756826","quote_1_text":"My vehicle [XXX] is subject to open Safety Recall for a high-voltage battery fire risk. The manufacturer has issued a 'Do Not Drive' / 'Park Outside' advisory, deeming the vehicle unsafe for operation.  The Safety Defect: The vehicle poses an immediate fire hazard while charging…","quote_2_odi":"11717620","quote_2_text":"I have a 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon 4xe that was caught on fire at 2am 2/10/26 when parked in my garage. Jeep issed 68C recall for its defective EV battery, and I had finished the recall on 1/20/26 in Fremont CDJR in CA, but it was still caught on…","quote_3_odi":"11745551","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is confirmed affected by three active NHTSA safety recalls, none of which currently have an available remedy:  • NHTSA Recall 25V741000 – High Voltage Battery May Fail and Cause Fire. Issued October 2025. This is the third recall issued for this same underlying defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-4xe-propulsion-loss-ev-mode","label":"4xe electric-mode propulsion loss and ICE surge after 68C recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2026-02-03 → 2026-08-17","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756990","quote_1_text":"Following the completion of the 68C recall update on 4/17/26 my  2024 Jeep 4xE experiences a severe loss of acceleration and throttle lag at highway speeds (over 50 mph) when in electric mode. When attempting to pass vehicles (and sometimes when in the oncoming traffic lane), or…","quote_2_odi":"11747441","quote_2_text":"Following completion of the 68C Battery recall, my vehicle began experiencing unexpected and severe loss of electric propulsion while driving. These failures occur without warning, immediately reducing power and causing the vehicle to stall in active traffic. On multiple…","quote_3_odi":"11745331","quote_3_text":"This is apparently an ongoing problem with all Jeep 4xe's that have passed the 68c recall.  The vehicle will no longer operate in \"Electric\" mode in normal driving conditions, this is our second Wrangler 4xe and we have a total in excess of 50k miles of typical driving in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-complete-propulsion-shutdown","label":"Complete vehicle shutdown and unrecoverable loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2026-01-28 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732138","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 35 MPH on a 4 lane major roadway, the vehicle suddenly shut off in motion, resulting in a complete loss of power. This included loss of power steering and the ABS system. The vehicle effectively locked up, and a message appeared on the display…","quote_2_odi":"11740168","quote_2_text":"While driving a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4xe at highway speeds on Interstate 84, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic, unrecoverable loss of motive power. Without any warning, the vehicle completely seized up, shut down, and turned off entirely while moving in active traffic. This…","quote_3_odi":"11713837","quote_3_text":"While driving approximately 25 MPH, after accelerating from being idle at a stop light, the vehicle suddenly jerked and stopped. The contact pressed the accelerator pedal, and when doing so, the vehicle accelerated at a high speed, immediately causing the contact to lose control…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-death-wobble-steering-suspension","label":"Front-end steering oscillation (death wobble) at highway speeds","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-02-06 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716598","quote_1_text":"Within 40 miles of purchasing and departing the dealership, this brand-new 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4 Door Sport S experienced two severe and uncontrollable steering oscillation events (commonly known as \"Death Wobble\"). The first incident occurred on I-265 East (from I-65) in Indiana…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-engine-sand-recall-78c","label":"Engine sand contamination recall 78C with no available remedy","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2026-02-02 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730578","quote_1_text":"A recall for the possibility that sand may have entered the engine during casting has been in place since November 2025. To date, Stellantis has not provided a remedy that, in my opinion, should require a complete engine replacement.  I am required to travel extensively, often…","quote_2_odi":"11721904","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle while driving at slow speeds. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The engine warning light was blinking, and the driver restarted the…","quote_3_odi":"11732640","quote_3_text":"Unknown. I was driving and my jeep started making g a very loud rattling sound it kept getting louder. Eventually it made a screeching sound and the dash board lit up and it stopped and the engine began to smoke really bad. The engine light came on but I tried my best to make it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2024,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2024-steering-pump-fire-recall-26v363","label":"Electric hydraulic power steering pump fire recall 26V363","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2026-06-15 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":881,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751337","quote_1_text":"I am filing a Recall Remedy Failure complaint regarding NHTSA Recall No. 26V-363 for my 2024 Jeep Wrangler Sahara.  This safety recall was issued in June 2026 due to a fire risk that can occur while the vehicle is parked. Despite the recall having been announced, the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11750042","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Jeep Wrangler 4XE. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine sputtered and the vehicle failed to start.  While opening the hood, the contact became aware that the insulation on the wire connected to the fuse box had melted.…","quote_3_odi":"11747905","quote_3_text":"With the current recall on a specific part for the Jeep Wrangler, there is currently no resolution to the problem. I worry that my vehicle with catch on fire or catch nearby vehicles on fire. I live in Georgia and the temperature has been very high this summer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-4xe-12v-aux-battery-discharge","label":"4xe 12-volt auxiliary battery repeated discharge and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-07-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749280","quote_1_text":"The 12-volt auxiliary battery and related electrical system in my 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE plug-in hybrid (leased new 8/25/2025) repeatedly fail. The battery completely discharges after the vehicle sits plugged into a standard home charger, undisturbed, for several consecutive…","quote_2_odi":"11704488","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4XE.  The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V710000 (Electrical System) and 25V741000 (Electrical System); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-4xe-ev-propulsion-loss","label":"4xe intermittent loss of electric drive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-03-23 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747685","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe in normal conditions, the vehicle unexpectedly loses electric drive power. Power is reduced in stages — to approximately 50%, then 25% — then electric mode is disabled and the dash displays \"Electric Mode Temporarily Unavailable,\" after…","quote_2_odi":"11737621","quote_2_text":"Subsequent to the 68C recall software update, my vehicle is suffering from intermittent loss of acceleration.  Even with a full charge of battery, when driving the 2025 jeep wrangler 4xe in EV mode, occasionally the car will shut of EV mode and transition to gas/hybrid mode.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-4xe-hv-battery-recall-no-remedy","label":"4xe high-voltage battery fire recall with no remedy available","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-11-07 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704545","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe is under Safety Recall 68C / 25V-741. The recall instructs owners to stop charging the vehicle and to park away from structures due to fire risk. There is no remedy available.  As a result, I cannot safely use the vehicle as intended","quote_2_odi":"11698358","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Jeep Wrangler 4xe (VIN [XXX] ) is included in NHTSA Recall 25V-741 (FCA 68C) for a high-voltage battery defect that can cause a fire while parked. Jeep instructed owners not to recharge the vehicle and to park outside, away from structures, because the defect may lead to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-complete-electrical-loss-driving","label":"Complete electrical and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09-08 → 2026-05-18","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685715","quote_1_text":"This is an unmodified 2025 Jeep Wrangler with less than 3000 miles. While driving between 20 and 30 miles per hour, the vehicle went completely dead in traffic. No power, no lights, no dashboard, no blinkers, no brake lights. It stalled and was stuck in drive","quote_2_odi":"11738566","quote_2_text":"I was driving vehicle on interstate when sudden loss of power took place. I immediately pulled off the road and we smelled smoke. Fire was coming out of engine compartment near passenger wheel. We immediately exited the vehicle and assisted our young children out of the back seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-ota-powertrain-loss","label":"OTA software update causing powertrain loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-10-11 → 2025-10-20","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693487","quote_1_text":"On 10/10/25, my 2025 Jeep received an over-the-air (OTA) software update intended for the Uconnect infotainment system. Following the update, the vehicle experienced a complete powertrain failure. It became undrivable, shut off entirely, and refused to shift out of park. This…","quote_2_odi":"11693001","quote_2_text":"After jeep released an OTA update on Friday, I started my vehicle on Saturday and started to drive and in about 2-3 minutes all lights on dash started flashing and lost all power to vehicle and was luck enough to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle message said place car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-throttle-control-limp-mode","label":"Electronic throttle control failure and limp mode engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11-16 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755722","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle would suddenly go into \"limp mode\" and rapidly decrease speed. Several check engine lights would appear to include: Service Electronic Throttle Control, Service Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control and the standard CEL. When this does happen…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2025,"make":"Jeep","make_slug":"jeep","model":"Wrangler","model_slug":"wrangler","cluster_id":"wrangler-2025-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11-23 → 2026-07-17","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751092","quote_1_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked from lower edge in an arc back to lower edge.  No impact.   No debris.  Gorilla glass with electronics","quote_2_odi":"11701068","quote_2_text":"Driving home from dealership and window cracked. Thees Jeeps have Coring Gorilla Glass. There is definitely a defect in the glass with only 42 miles on the jeep and the windshield cracks","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/jeep/wrangler","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/jeep"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-engine-failure-knock","label":"Engine failure, stalling, and knocking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11543581","quote_1_text":"The engine failed. There was no warning lamp or message of the problem prior to the engine blowing up. I now can’t use my car","quote_2_odi":"11551821","quote_2_text":"There is a clatter at startup of the engine. I researched the issue and KIA has a service bulletin about the issue and a resolution for the problem","quote_3_odi":"11662295","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle independently went into LIMP Mode and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-epb-auto-hold-lockup","label":"Electronic parking brake auto-hold lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11389014","quote_1_text":"PARKING BRAKE USED ON DECLINE TO PARK AT STORE PARKING LOT WHEN TRIED TO RELEASE TO MOVE FORWARD WOULD NOT ENGAGE. PER MANUAL RELEASED FOR A FEW YARDS THEN AUTOHOLD YELLOW WARNING LIGHT & ABS WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AFTER LOUD BRAKE NOISE & SMOKE","quote_2_odi":"11349770","quote_2_text":"BACKED INTO A PARKING SPOT AND ENGAGED THE EPB. I HEARD THE USUAL MOTOR SOUND EXCEPT IT KEPT SOUNDING FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS. I DISENGAGED THE EPB AND PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE TO PULL FORWARD AND THE AUTO HOLD AND ELECTRICAL POWER BRAKE (EPB) GOT STUCK","quote_3_odi":"11378097","quote_3_text":"PARKING BRAKE GOT STUCK WAS ABLE TO DISENGAGE AFTER LOOKING AT MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS % SEVRAL ATTEMPTS ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE PB WENT OFF THEN THE AUTOHOLD LIGHT IN YELLOW AND ABS WENT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-hecu-brake-recall-delay","label":"HECU brake recall parts delay and fire risk","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11652363","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11557766","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she observed smoke coming from the engine compartment, and the electronics started behaving erratically","quote_3_odi":"11579803","quote_3_text":"I received an Interim Notice of Safety Recall Number 23V652 dated November 14, 2023 from KIA regarding the HECU unit having a possibility of an electrical short circuit which could cause a fire. The recall notice recommends parking outside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-mdps-steering-coupling","label":"MDPS steering coupling clicking and failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11559238","quote_1_text":"The MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING (MDPS) FLEXIBLE COUPLING in the steering system has been making noise, clicking and leading to a sense of slipping in the vehicle steering for several months","quote_2_odi":"11416557","quote_2_text":"MDPS FLEXIBLE COUPLING FAILED. TURNING IN DRIVEWAY","quote_3_odi":"11468132","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated that while driving at speeds exceeding 60 MPH, the steering wheel would violently shake and vibrate. Additionally, there was a clicking noise was present while turning in either direction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11062161","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT GLASS ROOF PANEL/SUNROOF EXPLODED WITH NO EVIDENCE OF ANY OUTSIDE FORCE OR FACTOR. CAR IS A 2014 KIA CADENZA PURCHASED USED IN 2017 WITH 10,000 MILES. MILEAGE AT TIME OF INCIDENT WAS 17,629","quote_2_odi":"11011327","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED IN A VERY LOUD MANNER. NO OBJECT HIT THE SUNROOF, IT JUST EXPLODED. VEHICLE WAS UNDERWAY GOING STRAIGHT AHEAD ON A HIGHWAY. NO OVERPASS OR VEHICLE DIRECTLY IN FRONT","quote_3_odi":"11690817","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the highway at 65 mph when suddenly the sunroof exploded in an outward fashion causing me to pull over. I believe there is a defect in the sunroofs of 2011 to 2014 models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-wheel-tire-fracture","label":"Wheel and tire fracture or blowout","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10788551","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER WHEEL FRACTURED COMPLETELY AROUND THE WHEEL AFTER DRIVING OVER A POTHOLE AT A SLOW SPEED CAUSING THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OVER THE VEHICLE. THIS NEARLY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11105299","quote_2_text":"I HAD A TIRE RIM FRACTURE AND RESULTED IN A BUBBLE IN SIDE WALL. ORIGINAL RIMS. THE SAME AS THE RECALL FOR 19 INCH RIMS","quote_3_odi":"11486519","quote_3_text":"Continental pure contact LS 245/40r19. The inner sidewall of the rear passenger tire disintegrated while traveling after approximately 5 hours. The speed at blowout was 80mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2014-windshield-detachment-leak","label":"Windshield detachment and water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11693699","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated that while driving through a car wash, there was water entering the vehicle through the front windshield. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the windshield bonding agent","quote_2_odi":"11442398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated he noticed an abnormal rattling sound while driving at various speeds however, he was unsure where the sound was coming from","quote_3_odi":"11299096","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AROUND 40MPH, WENT TO PASS A VEHICLE AND HEARD A LOUD POP... AFTER EXITING VEHICLE FOUND A 5 INCH LINE CRACK WITHIN THE WINDSHIELD ON THE LOWER RIGHT HAND SIDE (PASSENGER)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-cabin-smoke-fire","label":"Cabin smoke / fire from wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11207099","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME MY VEHICLE BEGAN TO SMOKE AND LEAVE FUMES WITHIN THE CAR. I PULLED THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY TO INSPECT TO FIND THAT MY KICKPLATE WAS ON FIRE FROM BELOW THE KICKPLATE. I PULLED THE PANEL OFF AND DOUSED OUT THE FLAME. NOW WITH THE VEHICLE HOME I DO NOT FEEL SAFE","quote_2_odi":"10877062","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA CADENZA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING OPERATED, THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER NOTICED SMOKE AND A BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE AIR VENTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND EXITED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11528358","quote_1_text":"On 5/2023, my ‘15 Kia Cadenza broke down due to the front right coil spring breaking. I was driving 25mph on a flat surface. After it broke, there was continual clicking to the right side of the vehicle, a loud airplane-like noise, and the sound of metal grinding. Nobody was","quote_2_odi":"11470133","quote_2_text":"4/2019 at 34,038 miles front drivers side spring broke while backing out of driveway. It was towed to dealer and repaired. A day or two later after driving from NY to NC the passenger side spring broke. Again car was towed to dealer. Parts were back ordered and car was in shop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-hecu-recall-delay","label":"HECU recall repair delay / fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11726927","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2015 Kia Cadenza Issue: Open HECU Safety Recall — Fire Risk I am the owner of a 2015 Kia Cadenza with an open HECU recall related to a known fire risk. I have been experiencing a burning smell inside the cabin of the vehicle, consistent with the recall defect. Upon","quote_2_odi":"11570350","quote_2_text":"Kia has issued a partial recall, NHTSA Recall Number 23V652000, but has still not established a remedy so that dealers can alleviate the problem. The current recommendation is to not park my car in a garage or near other objects. So, it is a potentially dangerous situation and","quote_3_odi":"11558826","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Cadenza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the heat was activated, and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-lambda-engine-seizure","label":"Lambda II V6 bearing failure / engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11617971","quote_1_text":"Engine seized. 3.3L Lambda II GDI. This is the 2nd Hyundai/KIA product that the engine has seized on me. Both with bearing failure. Neither on the list of recalled engines. You need to do a more thorough investigation into Hyundai/KIAs engines. The brands share the same power","quote_2_odi":"11616271","quote_2_text":"At startup I experienced a knock in the engine which seemed to have gone away. I notified the KIA dealership of the issue. The service advisor told me to drive the vehicle in for service. While attempting to drive the vehicle in for service the vehicle TURNED OFF while going","quote_3_odi":"11279908","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA CADENZA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY RESTART. THE CONTACT WAITED APPROXIMATELY TWO MINUTES AND THE VEHICLE RESTARTED AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO RICK CASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11279519","quote_1_text":"2015 KIA CADENZA PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. SOUNDED LIKE A BOMB EXPLODED IN THE CAR AND THERE WAS NO EXTERNAL OBJECT INVOLVED","quote_2_odi":"10839935","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN A STRAIGHT PATH ON AN INTERSTATE AT ROUGHLY 70 MPH, THE SUNROOF OF THE VEHICLE EXPLODED WITH A SOUND LIKE A BOMB GOING OFF. THE DEALER IS CLAIMING THE EXPLOSION WAS CAUSED BY A DIMPLE IN THE ROOF OF THE CAR CAUSED BY A ROCK OR AN OBJECT THAT HIT THE CAR AT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"cadenza-2015-windshield-separation","label":"Windshield separation from frame","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11500241","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway my rearview mirror suddenly came down causing a Crack across the windshield. \"Recall on windshield\"So I looked up recalls seen there is one for a loosening windshield. I took it to the dealership he said that couldn't happen and there is no way he","quote_2_odi":"11466846","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle drove over a small bump in the roadway and the windshield popped out. The contact pulled over safely and set the windshield back into place. The vehicle was taken to the local","quote_3_odi":"11153441","quote_3_text":"WE NOTICED THAT WHEN WE WOULD CLOSE OUR CAR DOORS IT WOULD MAKE A LARGE POPPING SOUND AND WE REALIZED THAT IT WAS THE WINDSHIELD. I TOUCHED IT AND WHEN I DID IT LIFTED FROM THE CAR. THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT SECURED TO THE CAR! I HAVEN'T HAD THE CAR A YEAR YET AND IT IS STILL UNDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-brake-pedal-loss-of-braking","label":"Loss of braking force at the pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11166394","quote_1_text":"I WAS BRAKING APPROACHING A LIGHT ON A STATE ROAD, WHEN THE BRAKE WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR SUDDENLY AND IT FELT AS THOUGH THE WHEELS LOCKED UP. THE VEHICLE SLOWED BUT DID NOT STOP, I REAR ENDED A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"11105339","quote_2_text":"BRAKE ISSUE: I HAD AN ACCIDENT DUE TO A BRAKE FAILURE ON THIS CAR. I WAS DRIVING VERY SLOWLY GOING DOWNHILL (SPEEDS 0 TO 10 MPH) IN A LINE OF CARS STOPPING AND GOING, STOPPING AND GOING MANY TIMES. AT FIRST THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT NORMAL AS PRESSURE WAS APPLIED THE CAR SLOWED THEN","quote_3_odi":"11418007","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Cadenza. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-electronic-thermostat-overheat","label":"Electronic thermostat failure causing overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11725993","quote_1_text":"I currently have a complaint 11709255 regarding the electric thermostat. I just had that part replaced in November of 2025 for the 3rd time. Last week, again I had a warning of engine problem. The next day there was cold air blowing when the heat was on","quote_2_odi":"11709255","quote_2_text":"This vehicle was inherited to me in 2019 from my father who puchased it cash on 10/13/2017. On 4/19/2018 he brought it in for a check engine light which was related to recall sa299 (ELECTRONIC THERMOSTAT). On 7/11/2018 service was performed again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-fuel-odor-after-fillup","label":"Fuel odor after refueling from fuel pump seal leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11047835","quote_1_text":"SHORTLY AFTER FILLING FUEL TANK A STRONG RAW FUEL ODOR EMANATED FROM THE LEFT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE NEAR THE FUEL DOOR. THE SMELL WAS MOST PRONOUNCED OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. INITIALLY I THOUGHT SOME FUEL HAD SPILLED, BUT THE SMELL LASTED SEVERAL DAYS UNTIL THE TANK WAS DEPLETED TO","quote_2_odi":"11150022","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF PREVIOUS NHTSA COMPLAINT ID 11047835. THE STRONG RAW FUEL ODOR AFTER FILLUP RECURRED ON MY VEHICLE AT 9550 MILES, 3600 MILES AFTER THIS PROBLEM WAS SUPPOSED TO BE FIXED. DEALER CLAIMS TO HAVE REPAIRED GAP IN THE PREVIOUSLY-REPLACED HIGH PRESSURE FUEL","quote_3_odi":"11571436","quote_3_text":"Strong fuel odor after filling up fuel coming from the driver side, and can still be smelled inside the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11723674","quote_1_text":"Check engine was flashing in front of my house in Brookhaven Pa. Took to mechanic around the corner, diagnosed with a blown head gasket & oil in my anti freeze over flow. Internal engine failure. Had towed to Kia dealership in NJ","quote_2_odi":"11716465","quote_2_text":"I have and am the original owner of a Kia Cadenza 2017 with the 3.3L Lambda engine (same engine as the Sorento lawsuit). The vehicle is currently at the dealership getting repaired due to carbon buildup causing the fuel injectors to malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11567071","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, she noticed that the engine oil had leaked onto the ground. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, there was smoke coming from underneath the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11537234","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated that the front passenger’s seat belt failed to latch or retract as designed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the upper and lower seat belt retractor had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11406176","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT QUIT ROLLING UP SO THEY WOULD NOT WORK IN A CRASH. DEALER NOTIFIED THREE WEEKS STILL NO PARTS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-tire-cupping-feathering","label":"Premature tire wear from suspension misalignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11387674","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT A LEFT OVER 2017 KIA CADENZA IN JULY OF 18,WITHIN FIRST 10,000 MILES CAR STARTED SOUNDING LIKE A HELICOPTER,TOOK TO THE DEALERSHIP,THEY DROVE IT,THOUGHT MAYBE A WHEEL BEARING,REPLACED THAT,ROTATED TIRES TOLD ME TO DRIVE FOR AWHILE AND SEE IF THAT CHANGED IT","quote_2_odi":"11245195","quote_2_text":"I HAVE 4 HANCOOK VENTIS S1 NOBLE 2+ TIRES ON MY 2017 KIA CADENZA. THE SIZE AND DOT NUMBERS ARE 245/45R18 96V DOT 5MEF 1A H 0217 I HAVE A BUBBLE, IN THE SIDEWALL, IN ONE TIRE THAT MAY BE THE RESULT OF A CRACK IN THE SIDEWALL. THE TIRES ARE VERY NOISY PARTICULARLY AT LOW SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11209114","quote_3_text":"CAR CUPPED TIRES AROUND 17000 MILES. DEALER BLAMED ME FOR CAR NOT BEING ALIGNED AND NOT ROTATED FREQUENTLY ENOUGH I.E. 7500 MILES. I DISAGREED WITH DEALER FILED COMPLAINT WITH KIA AND THEY MADE A COMPROMISE AND I PAID FOR 2 TIRES AND KIA PAID FOR 2 TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-unintended-acceleration-crash","label":"Unintended acceleration resulting in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11112627","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2017 KIA CADENZA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH WITH THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11252659","quote_2_text":"PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING LOT HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE TO STOP WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD RAPIDLY. FOOT WAS NOT ON THE ACCELERATOR WHEN THIS OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Cadenza","model_slug":"cadenza","cluster_id":"kia-cadenza-2017-wiring-harness-fire-wty039","label":"Engine wiring harness failure and fire under recall WTY039","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11755228","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Cadenza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. The contact waited before restarting the vehicle and continued driving. The ABS warning light was intermittently flashing","quote_2_odi":"11727779","quote_2_text":"The vehicle harness is burned and under recall sc206 for HECU fuses that was allegedly repaired which should have required a check of the harness connections . part number 91223f6632 is for the wire harness during engine replacement for campaign wty039","quote_3_odi":"11572486","quote_3_text":"Problem unknown, i was driving to my friends house with 2 kids, about 2 mins from the house the steering wheel light started flashing on my dashboard, nothing major happening, so slowed down got to the house","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/cadenza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Side curtain airbag non-deployment in side-impact crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11505365","quote_1_text":"With very low miles on our Carnival, I had just left a stop sign and someone ran their stop sign at high speed and tboned my vehicle in the driver's side.  I woke up from being unconscious while still in driver seat and my car was still limping down the road","quote_2_odi":"11456403","quote_2_text":"I was tboned on 3/10/2022 at high speed in the back driver's side 1/3 of the car by another who ran stop sign at high speed (I am guessing 50 or 60 mph).  I have some amnesia about the impact now....but with large hematoma on left side of my head & concussion","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-fuel-system-recall-sc368","label":"Fuel system crossover pipe leak and recall delays","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742041","quote_1_text":"Fuel leak at pipe connection between the fuel pipe and fuel rail.  Nuts securing the high-pressure crossover fuel pipe to the fuel rail loosened, leaking raw fuel, leading to risk of fire.    This has been reported and confirmed by Ron Bouchard Kia, of Lancaster,","quote_2_odi":"11743703","quote_2_text":"I am writing to formally complain about the delay in repairing my vehicle under an active recall involving the fuel system/crossover fuel pump. I have been informed that the required part is on backorder and that the repair may not be available until the end","quote_3_odi":"11699531","quote_3_text":"In October 23, 2025 I started to notice a fuel smell while I was driving the vehicle. The smell of fuel seemed more strong while I had the air conditioning running.I would shut off the AC and put the windows down. There was no leaks of fuel on the ground or","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-horn-intermittent","label":"Horn intermittent inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11518254","quote_1_text":"Vehicle’s horn intermittently stops working. The length of outage varies. Restarting the vehicle does not resolve the issue. Safety is at risk due to having no way to alerting other drivers of potential hazards","quote_2_odi":"11590758","quote_2_text":"When trying to alert a vehicle that was merging into my lane but did not see me, my horn did not work. It randomly does not work at times. Every once in a while it will. This poses as a danger and safety risk to drivers and passengers of my 2022 Kia Carnival","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-sliding-door-latch","label":"Power sliding door latch failure and unintended opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11442850","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear passenger’s side sliding door would independently open while the vehicle was in motion. The door ajar warning message would illuminate on the instrument panel. Despite multiple attempts to close","quote_2_odi":"11663751","quote_2_text":"The passenger side sliding door would not respond to any button pushed to open the door. Once I get it manually opened, it will not latch upon closure resulting in a beeping and warning in my dash. I can turn off power doors and manually force it to shut and","quote_3_odi":"11753013","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side power sliding door failed to latch securely. The contact used force while pushing the rear passenger’s side sliding door from the outside to latch the sliding door properly. The dealer was made aware of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-sliding-door-pinch-sensor","label":"Power sliding door anti-pinch sensor failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754169","quote_1_text":"The power sliding door on my Kia Carnival has repeatedly failed to reopen when an occupant was caught in the doorway. On multiple occasions, my young child has become trapped by the sliding door after it began closing. Instead of consistently detecting the","quote_2_odi":"11663748","quote_2_text":"The passenger side sliding door shut on my [XXX] 's hand. I immediately tried to open the door with the button next to the steering column and it would not respond. I then ran around to the other side of the car and used the button on the handle, but the door","quote_3_odi":"11466619","quote_3_text":"My daughter was closing the left sliding door with her right hand using the button and her left hand was in the doorway. There is no worthwhile sensor in the car to detect her hand and thus the door crushed her hand. She now has a fractured left thumb due to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-throttle-limp-mode","label":"Throttle body freeze and limp mode loss of acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11448401","quote_1_text":"Will not accelerate over 10 Mph in cold temp even after warming up vehicle. Will lose acceleration at a intersection and dangerous while taking a left turn. Check engine light goes on. Throttle bottle issue. Believe it is moisture/water in the throttle body","quote_2_odi":"11457083","quote_2_text":"On three separate occasions when the temperature was below -20C, this brand-new vehicle stopped working due to ice in the throttle body. Vehicle had to be towed each time.  The dealer service manager informed me that the new design no longer heats the throttle","quote_3_odi":"11619545","quote_3_text":"We have been having an acceleration issue for over a year now. The vehicle will be running fine and the randomly not go over 30 MPH. You could have your foot the floor and the vehicle will not shift or go above 3 rpm’s. This has caused us to be in many","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without apparent impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11481534","quote_1_text":"We have owned this vehicle for about 15 months. With this replacement, we will be on our third windshield.  The first windshield needed to be replaced after a crack started across the windshield following a pebble that hit the edge of the glass.  We went…","quote_2_odi":"11569364","quote_2_text":"The windshield cracked while driving. Nothing hit it, it just cracked. Was 8inches long and now covers half the windshield. Obvious defect in the windshield. It is availability to see or I can take a picture. Safety is compromised by a cracked windshield that","quote_3_odi":"11433640","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road, nothing flew at the windshield, it just cracked. Currently can’t replace it either as there is no stock","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2023-electrical-power-loss","label":"Vehicle power loss and electrical system failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521238","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 65-70 MPH, within 48 hours of purchasing the vehicle brand new, the vehicle lost motive power. Additionally, the brakes and power steering became inoperable. Several unknown warning lights illuminated, and alarms sounded.","quote_2_odi":"11526804","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has cut off in the middle of traffic several times. Another incident was when my vehicle was shaking uncontrollably and couldn't go over 40. The check engine light never comes on. One dealership looked at it and said nothing was wrong even though one of the techs heard the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2023-floor-rail-heat","label":"Middle-row floor rail excessive heat","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529374","quote_1_text":"The metal rails where the middle seat of the middle row is located occasionally gets too hot to touch. My daughter who was sleep had her sandals off. She woke up because her foot was hot. Shortly after her toe blistered.","quote_2_odi":"11538635","quote_2_text":"I have an issue that involves the metal railings in the center of the vehicle (on the floor) to get hot enough to burn and blister you. I filed a complaint with Kia which opened a case. I also took my vehicle in and this issue was verified by their mechanic.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2023-fuel-door-actuator","label":"Fuel filler door actuator failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693824","quote_1_text":"Gas/pump door actuator failed. Unable to open and put gas in car. This car is only 1.5 years old.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2023-sliding-door-obstruction-detection","label":"Power sliding door obstruction detection failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR ","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11501451","quote_1_text":"The door closing automation applies excessive force before the safety function engages to re-open. This poses a high risk to children and small adults with narrow limbs and/or the fingers of any aged person. On January 11, 2023, my 4 year old's hand was closed in the door without the door stopping…","quote_2_odi":"11516486","quote_2_text":"The sliding power doors do not reverse when hitting a person or object. You have to use excessive force to get them to reverse and only some of the time do they even reverse. I have taken this to the dealership and they said they would contact me within 48 hours with an update but it's been a month…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608607","quote_1_text":"My 2023 KIA Carnival has a windshield cracked even without hitting rock or anything. My vehicle was parked on the driveway overnight. I can prove that the damage occurred without the car moving. I have this issue on my dash cam too.","quote_2_odi":"11622340","quote_2_text":"The windshield started cracking while the car was parked and continued cracking over the next week. The crack now runs from the center top, 3/4 of the way across the driver's side","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-engine-oil-leak","label":"Recurring engine oil leak after repair attempts","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11734153","quote_1_text":"Our 2024 Carnival has had a recurring engine oil leak that has required the vehicle to be left at the dealership 4 times for the same issue. Each time we get the van back the repair lasts about 1-3 weeks (depending on how often it's driven). Oil continues to leak from the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11727626","quote_2_text":"\"Continuous engine oil leak for 12 months. After 4 failed repair attempts, the dealer used liquid sealer instead of a gasket. This is a deceptive repair that creates a severe fire hazard. The leak is still active today, March 2026.\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor intrusion into passenger cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11731411","quote_1_text":"I reported a fuel smell in the cabin of my vehicle in June 2024. It was dismissed because they could not recreate the smell. I reported it again and they said that is just how the vehicle purges fuel. I reported it again and drove it right to the dealer when it smelled and…","quote_2_odi":"11671372","quote_2_text":"Vehicle vents gasoline fumes into the passenger cabin causing drowsiness, headaches, and impaired cognitive function as well as exposure to a carcinogen. Vehicle has significantly high levels of CO2 inside the cabin at all times (2000-4000ppm) as well as TVOC and HCHO being…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11714079","quote_1_text":"Horns (high and low) have been replaced 5 times under a warranty. This is a serious safety hazard. Vehicle: Kia Carnival (Model Years 2022–2024) Issue: Repeated horn failure / electrical malfunction Owners of 2022–2024 Kia Carnival vehicles are experiencing repeated horn…","quote_2_odi":"11717275","quote_2_text":"Horn stops working and needs to be replaced within a year or less. I reported the first time my horn stopped working and it took 4 months until I can have an appointment and order the part. The second time it stopped working was within a year and scheduling an appointment was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-hot-seat-floor-rails","label":"Second and third row floor rails reaching high temperature","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11618206","quote_1_text":"Center rails for center seats get so hot they burn bare skin. (Center rails in the floor)","quote_2_odi":"11606317","quote_2_text":"Just purchased the 2024 Kia Carnival LX seat package 2 months ago. My wife and I noticed the floor of the Kia in the 2nd row up until the 3rd row gets so hot that it is unable to be touched. The railing system that the seats slide on get so hot that it will burn you.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-roof-molding-detach","label":"Roof molding detachment under recall 24V025000","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11689092","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V025000 (Structure). The contact stated that the driver's side roof molding was detaching, and the contact attempted to secure the molding in place several times. The dealer was…","quote_2_odi":"11616889","quote_2_text":"Roof molding has either completely detactch or partial detached from top of vehicle 4 times now. They have attempted to glue it back on but it still fails! This is dangerous for other drivers and my family","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-sliding-door-entrapment","label":"Power sliding door entrapment on occupants","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11736945","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while her husband was loading the child into the car seat. The rear button for the door was depressed by the child. The husband became stuck in between the sliding doors. No warning lights were illuminated. The…","quote_2_odi":"11664731","quote_2_text":"We have a 2024 kia carnival lx trim. The power sliding door pose a serious safety risk. My [XXX] daughter was getting out of the vehicle and decided to try and climb back in as the door was closing. The door did not detect her body at all and continued to close her head in the…","quote_3_odi":"11647905","quote_3_text":"Sliding doors closed on my oldest son’s fingers leaving severe indentation on his pointer, middle and ring fingers. My youngest son has his head dragged inbetween the door and the exterior of the vehicle. I was able to dislodge his head by the base of his neck. My dealership was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-steering-column-leak","label":"Steering column fluid and grease leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11617123","quote_1_text":"Got in my vehicle one day and noticed fluid dripping from the steering column. I took it into JT's Kia in Rock Hill, SC. At first they told me they were going to wipe off the \"grease\" then told me they needed to order a whole new steering column. I asked if it was still safe to…","quote_2_odi":"11614364","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that oil and grease were leaking from the steering column onto the floorboard mats. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was an excessive…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2024-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without prior impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11595342","quote_1_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while sitting still. Vehicle was parked on a hot day with AC running and windshield burst as if it were shot and cracks streaked across entire windshield by next day causing visibility issues. We are not aware of vehicle being hit by anything at…","quote_2_odi":"11528624","quote_2_text":"While driving at low speed (35mph or less), we heard a dull “pop”. We then noticed a large crack on the passenger side of the windshield beginning at the edge of the glass. After parking in our garage, I inspected the crack, which was at least 8 inches in length. As suspected,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-12v-battery-drain","label":"12V battery drain requiring jump-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11606009","quote_1_text":"This car was purchased new on [XXX]. In the ~30 or so days since purchase, the battery has died on 4 occasions and would not turn over, requiring it to be jump started, and began just 3 days after purchase on [XXX] and as recent as [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11607244","quote_2_text":"Parasitic battery drain leaves car dead and unusable no matter how many jumps/replacement batteries. It happens overnight. This is WIDESPREAD - there are entire Facebook and Reddit groups with thousands of people with the issue","quote_3_odi":"11607740","quote_3_text":"After a week of owning the car the battery died over night. Was jumped by roadside and died later that day and jumped again. After the 2nd jump, the AC and air bags didn’t work. Then the check engine light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-dash-lighting-blackout","label":"Dashboard and lighting blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11627633","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds the exterior and interior lighting/electrial system shut down completely. My headlights shut off, as well as all electrical/lighting inside the vehicle for approximately 1 minute before turning back on","quote_2_odi":"11747231","quote_2_text":"The center LCD screen intermittently flickers and then goes completely blank while I am driving. When this happens, the rearview camera image is also lost while the vehicle is in Reverse, leaving the display completely black","quote_3_odi":"11724822","quote_3_text":"While backing out of a parking spot and utilizing the cameras to watch my surroundings, the infotainment screen became unresponsive and began flashing between visual noise similar to 'snow' on old broadcast television","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-driver-attention-alert","label":"Driver attention warning triggers excessively","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11685204","quote_1_text":"The 2025 Kia Carnivals have a safety systems that prompts the driver to, \"Take and coffee break\". The system cannot be turned off and is extremely distracting. The system prompts the driver even if the adaptive cruise control is turned off","quote_2_odi":"11734940","quote_2_text":"The system repeatedly issues “take a break” or inattentive driver warnings during normal, attentive driving conditions. These alerts are overly sensitive, frequent, and intrusive","quote_3_odi":"11660327","quote_3_text":"The \"consider taking a break\" feature pops up every 5 minutes when I am driving and it is beyond distracting and leads me to believe I have something wrong with my vehicle. There is no way to turn it off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-fuel-odor-sc368-recall","label":"Fuel odor and SC368 fuel pipe recall concerns","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750451","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's passenger cabin continually has a strong odor smell after longer drives or after the vehicle idles for a longer duration in time. The vehicle was brought to Horne, KIA in Gilbert, AZ twice in June for same","quote_2_odi":"11732656","quote_2_text":"Kia has a recall (Campaign SC 368) on a fuel pipe that may be defective causing a gas leak leading to fire. I called the dealer I bought the vehicle from to request an inspection of the part","quote_3_odi":"11737633","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Carnival. The contact received the recall letter for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V320000 ( NA) The local dealer was contacted but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Sudden loss of acceleration while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11666909","quote_1_text":"On 6-9-25, for the second time in the 10 weeks that I have owned my new 2025 KIA Carnival it has failed to accelerate beyond 30 MPH after pulling away from a traffic light","quote_2_odi":"11740406","quote_2_text":"For the third time the 2025 KIA Carnival Prestige I own lost power while driving on the interstate! Without warning, the vehicle would no longer respond to the accelerator pedal. No matter what I did I could not get the vehicle to accelerate past 35 mph","quote_3_odi":"11667760","quote_3_text":"While I was driving on a highway, my vehicles \"check engine\" and \"batter\" lights were illuminated and a warning came across the car screen that said something along the lines of \"Battery Management System Failure\" and then \"Powertrain failure\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-seat-seatbelt-malfunction","label":"Unexpected seat movement and seat belt failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11731853","quote_1_text":"The component of the vehicle that malfunction was the front passenger seat. The driver came to a stop at an intersection and the front passenger seat started auto reclining. The seat was reclining into a life, flat position, almost","quote_2_odi":"11657777","quote_2_text":"while folding the second-row seatback to access the third row, as the seatback folded forward, it did so with excessive and unexpected speed, causing the seatbelt housing to swing forward and strike my wife, [XXX] , in the head with great force","quote_3_odi":"11748893","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Carnival. The contact stated that while parked in a bank drive-thru, the contact's son mentioned that his seat belt was stuck. The contact parked the vehicle in a parking spot and attempted to remove the seat belt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"kia-carnival-2025-sliding-door-obstruction","label":"Power sliding door fails to detect obstruction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737299","quote_1_text":"Passenger sliding door failed to detect my son and closed completely on his arm. The doors will push the kids and don’t detect even adults at times. He now has a buckle fracture that they are concerned is a full fracture in both bone on his forearm","quote_2_odi":"11681167","quote_2_text":"Side passenger doors do not stop when something is in the way when the automatic door close feature is used. We tried holding a hot dog and large piece of celery in the way of the door as it closed. The sensor did not detect either item and broke them both in two","quote_3_odi":"11723970","quote_3_text":"Today, my young daughter pressed the button on the inside of the door to close the sliding door. Her hand was still in the way and the door did not stop. Part of her hand was completely closed in the door and she screamed and cried in excruciating pain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2026-battery-discharge-shutdown","label":"Battery discharge and unexpected electrical shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738682","quote_1_text":"Battery died at under 3,300 miles. After roadside came and jumped the batter, it died again after two days. Jumped again for the second time, when driving the car around it would randomly shut off even when the car is moving at higher speeds on freeway","quote_2_odi":"11701699","quote_2_text":"Vehicle parked for 48 hours (Sunday 23 Nov evening) under carport, no keys near it. When approached on 26 Nov 10am , it was found with dead battery. Nothing was on when it was parked","quote_3_odi":"11720576","quote_3_text":"The car battery died, rendering the car completely unresponsive. The car had to be towed to the Kia Dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2026-distracting-control-interfaces","label":"Driver-distracting control and alert interface design","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754532","quote_1_text":"The control for the radio volume is the same knob as the control for the air and heating. As a result when you go to turn down the radio or change the volume you often change the fan and temperature","quote_2_odi":"11679632","quote_2_text":"When driving I need critical warning information. It is distracting while driving to be alerted to a COFFEE BREAK warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2026-instrument-cluster-display-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and display malfunction while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728640","quote_1_text":"Instrument cluster screen goes blank while driving, eliminating speedometer, TPMS, and all warning indicators. First observed February 2026","quote_2_odi":"11706008","quote_2_text":"System failure the warning lights on dash went crazy all of them flashing Speedometer wouldn’t work, lights won’t work, camera system won’t work, abs won’t work, tailgate won’t open, side doors won’t open, heat/ac controls stop working , windshield wipers stop working","quote_3_odi":"11704869","quote_3_text":"On Dec 12th the speedometer repeatedly showed very incorrect values, both displaying much faster than the vehicle was traveling and displaying zero when the vehicle had accelerated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2026-sliding-door-obstruction-detection","label":"Power sliding door fails to detect obstruction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743596","quote_1_text":"During normal use, the vehicle’s automatic power sliding door closed while my [XXX] child was partially outside the vehicle near the door track area","quote_2_odi":"11728404","quote_2_text":"My daughter was getting in the van, when her brother hit the door button, if my husband wouldn’t have glanced over at that exact moment and pulled her back, this would’ve been another story","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Carnival","model_slug":"carnival","cluster_id":"carnival-2026-speed-limited-30mph-cold","label":"Vehicle speed limited near 30 mph when accelerating","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706341","quote_1_text":"The car will not accelerate past 31 mph no matter the gas petal position, during cold mornings. Downhill or uphill, in any “drive mode” it will not go past 31 with the petal all the way down. Acceleration onto a highway is impossible","quote_2_odi":"11708175","quote_2_text":"While driving home from a friend's house this morning my car would not go above 31 mph. I could put my pedal all the way down and nothing beyond 31 mph","quote_3_odi":"11726379","quote_3_text":"When accelerating, the car feels stuck to gear up. After 2 seconds of loud revving, it would switch and have a prominent jerk motion that it finally switched gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/carnival","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2022-exterior-panel-detachment","label":"Exterior panel and trim fastener detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753114","quote_1_text":"The front lower air dam and felt underguard detached while driving at highway speed on an interstate","quote_2_odi":"11636146","quote_2_text":"Liftgate/Back Hatch consistently immediately automatically closes after opening, and has hit both drivers on the head before able to move out of the way","quote_3_odi":"11588309","quote_3_text":"Several months ago, a bit of road debris hit the front grill and broke a piece off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2022-fca-system-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655093","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a fatal head-on collision with a pedestrian while driving my Kia EV6. What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request?","quote_2_odi":"11558475","quote_2_text":"This has happened multiple times: driving along, no cars in front of me or along the side. FCW suddenly appears along with emergency braking kicking in","quote_3_odi":"11700251","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Kia EV6 developed a serious electrical/MCU malfunction on 10/19/2025 at approximately 64,300 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2022-iccu-failure","label":"ICCU failure with loss of drive power or AC charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":172,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753355","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Safety Complaint My Kia experienced an ICCU (Integrated Charging Control Unit) failure and was at the dealership for approximately two months while awaiting repairs. The ICCU and related components were replaced, and I was told the vehicle had been repaired","quote_2_odi":"11721305","quote_2_text":"Persistent ICCU failure causing charging interruptions, “Check Vehicle Charging System” → “Stop vehicle and check power supply” warnings, low 12V battery voltage (down to 12.1V), and risk of power loss/strand","quote_3_odi":"11660751","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Kia EV6 has repeatedly shut off while parked and while in motion, placing myself, my [XXX] child, and other drivers at serious risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2022-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723695","quote_1_text":"Sunroof glass spontaneously exploded outwards while driving on the highway with a loud boom","quote_2_odi":"11609413","quote_2_text":"The sunroof glass exploded on a hot day while my wife and I were in the car traveling 55 mph with the air-conditioning on","quote_3_odi":"11559487","quote_3_text":"While driving along the courtney Campbell causeway there was a loud explosion shaking the car out of control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration into fixed objects","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690621","quote_1_text":"SUDDENLY, within the blink of an eye, my car lunged forward at MAXIMUM speed. It came to a sudden stop , prior to hitting the glass and brick wall of the building","quote_2_odi":"11644624","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], I pulled into a parking space, and the car suddenly accelerated, jumped the curb, and hit the building","quote_3_odi":"11634658","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] I was driving in the City of Tampa. Stopped the vehicle to make a left turn, waiting for oncoming traffic to clear. Without any warning the vehicle sped off at a high speed at crashed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"ev6-2023-brake-light-one-pedal-driving","label":"Brake light non-illumination during one-pedal deceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06-28 → 2023-07-21","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531901","quote_1_text":"When using 1 pedal driving, it isn't necessary to use the brake pedal to stop the EV. The EV6 will only illuminate the brake lights when the accelerator pedal is completely released, or when the brake pedal is depressed. Since using 1 pedal driving does not require depressing…","quote_2_odi":"11523943","quote_2_text":"While using I-Pedal mode the brake lights do not engage unless fully off of the accelerator. Even a large deceleration force does not engage any of the brake lights when coming to a full stop quickly. This is very dangerous as drivers behind cannot tell you are decelerating…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"ev6-2023-iccu-failure-loss-of-propulsion","label":"ICCU failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2023-10-09 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716497","quote_1_text":"While driving in the evening with an estimated 180 miles range remaining a \"pop\" noise was heard. About a minute later a vague warning message the car had not displayed before appeared. We tried to make it home but concerning (and still vague) messages kept appearing quite…","quote_2_odi":"11703617","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Kia EV6 experienced a sudden ICCU and 12-volt system failure while traveling approximately 50 mph. Without warning, the vehicle instantly lost propulsion and all electrical power. This included loss of steering assist, braking assist, hazard lights, shift capability…","quote_3_odi":"11653379","quote_3_text":"On January 27th I was driving home on I-495 in the far left lane going about 70MPH when the electrical warning light came on. Telling me to stop the car and take to the dealership. While I was trying to get over into my far right lane, the car went from 70mph to 25 mph in about…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"ev6-2023-iccu-failure-while-charging","label":"ICCU failure during Level 1 or Level 2 charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-07-16 → 2026-06-14","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734074","quote_1_text":"ICCU failed despite all prior recall updates being performed. Incident began when home circuit breaker tripped; vehicle subsequently refused Level 1 charging with \"Check Electrical System\" warning. Per dealer suggestion, tested public chargers. Level 3 (DC) worked, but upon…","quote_2_odi":"11720624","quote_2_text":"While the vehicle was on the charger, the ICCU failed which then caused then fried my JuiceBox EV40 charger and flipped the dedicated circuit breaker.  The car has since been repaired.  I am concerned that this is a dangerous failure.  If it happened on the road it potentially…","quote_3_odi":"11655673","quote_3_text":"On April 6, 2025, while charging my car my Juicebox tripped a breaker.  When I reset it the Juicebox was showing errors and was inoperable.   I tried to use my backup charger (Blink) but it tripped a breaker and became inoperable too.  I took the car a commercial charger…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"ev6-2023-level2-charging-interruption","label":"Level 2 AC charging interruption without ICCU failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05-26 → 2024-09-13","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527152","quote_1_text":"This car advertises that it is capable of fast charging on a level 2 charger up to 50amp. I purchased a level 2 charger capable of 50amps, but it causes the EV6 to overheat and stop charging. The dealership installed TSB ELE-283 but this does not fix the problem and is not an…","quote_2_odi":"11535958","quote_2_text":"The car starts charging on my level 2 home charger then after about 10-20 min will stop and send me a message saying charging interrupted and will stop charging. I have taken it in to the dealership and they say they can see the code but that they did the recalls for it and it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"ev6-2023-recall-remedy-ineffective","label":"ICCU failure after recall remedy performed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-01-06 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756869","quote_1_text":"This vehicle was subject to three NHTSA recall campaigns for the ICCU defect that produces exactly this failure mode: 24V057000 (SC295, driveshaft, notice mailed XXX), 24V200000 (SC302, ICCU 12V charging failure/Power Limited mode, notice mailed XXX), and 24V867000 (SC327…","quote_2_odi":"11712811","quote_2_text":"The vehicle ICCU failed on 18 January 2026. It previously had the ICCU inspected and updated as part of #24V-867.  Warnings on screen told me to stop driving and pull over. Had vehicle towed to Dealer where they confirmed ICCU failure and initially were going to charge nearly…","quote_3_odi":"11650739","quote_3_text":"On January 23 2025, while driving on the highway, the car lost power an had limited control. The car was towed to a dealer and it was determined that the ICCU failed.   The car was at the dealer three weeks earlier for a recall related to the ICCU (ICCU (SC273A VCU SW LOGIC…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2024-fca-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11732922","quote_1_text":"I was backing out of my driveway and backed into a vehicle parked directly behind me. The collision avoidance and emergency braking system should have stopped my car before impact but it did not. No sounds other than the normal backing up beeping. Proximity alert did not ping","quote_2_odi":"11716470","quote_2_text":"Incident took place 1/31/26. I was pulling into my driveway at approximately 5 mph. Normally, as I approach the wooden driveway gate, sensors would begin to beep and I would be prompted to stop.The car normally would stop itself if a collision was imminent","quote_3_odi":"11580158","quote_3_text":"There are alot of electrical malfunctions including unnecessary and without warning emergency breaking that has injured me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2024-iccu-power-loss","label":"ICCU failure causing loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11749585","quote_1_text":"We purchased a certified pre-owned 2024 Kia EV6 GT on 6/5/2026. On 6/6/2026 while driving on city streets, the display screen suddenly displayed a large and flashing red warning message \"Stop vehicle and check power supply\" in addition to the battery symbol","quote_2_odi":"11751635","quote_2_text":"Car was totally dead even with a 68% charge. AAA came out to jump start. The next day while driving on the highway the car started to lose power. A red warning to check the electrical system came on along with \"turtle mode\"","quote_3_odi":"11734168","quote_3_text":"2024 Kia EV6 leased January 2025. Vehicle is subject to NHTSA Recall 24V-867 / Kia campaign SC327 for the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU). The recall remedy was performed at an authorized Kia dealer in July 2025 (software / operational logic update)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2024-ua-brake-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11703834","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway steady at 72mph and the car suddenly accelerated on its own. It hit 90 within seconds and I had to step on the break for the car to slow down","quote_2_odi":"11685781","quote_2_text":"Brakes failed with unintened acceleration. We were stopped behind a truck at a stoplight when the the vehicle accelerated with a foot on the brake. We had it towed from the scene of the accident to our local dealership for testing. They had the vehicle for 4 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11614326","quote_3_text":"When washing my car at an automated car wash my brakes failed when exiting the facility. When the wash was completed it gave me the approval to leave. I tapped on the gas pedal to get the car moving slowly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2025-accel-brake-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739429","quote_1_text":"While driving car began to decelerate and the dash lit up with a number of ABS/Brake system failure symbols. I was on the highway traveling at abt 70 mph when the issue happened. Got car to coast off hwy onto an upward sloping exit","quote_2_odi":"11738339","quote_2_text":"While maneuvering my Kia EV6 into my garage, the vehicle accelerated unexpectedly and struck the garage wall. I believe the acceleration may have been unintentional or due to a malfunction. I request review of any vehicle event data","quote_3_odi":"11684498","quote_3_text":"I was driving over to walk my friends dog and I was pulling into the overflow parking area and my car just speed up and it would not stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2025-gear-selector-engage","label":"Gear selector fails to engage intended gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11695682","quote_1_text":"When parking facing downhill, I put the car in reverse but the car rolls forward. Feels like the car is either in drive or neutral. Concern is intermittent, and I confirmed each time it happens, gear selector is in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11731966","quote_2_text":"I START VEHICLE AND TRY TO PUT TRANSMISSION TO DRIVE ITS NOT WORKING AFTER I TRY TO PUT VEHICLE TO REVERSE TRANSMISSION ITS NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV6","model_slug":"ev6","cluster_id":"kia-ev6-2025-iccu-failure","label":"ICCU failure causing loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746106","quote_1_text":"Driving on three lane highway at 60 mph the car abruptly lost power. Was able to get off the highway. Called Kia roadside assistance. Tow truck picked up car and delivered it to Kia dealership. Service dept diagnosed and is replacing the ICCU","quote_2_odi":"11722278","quote_2_text":"When shifting from reverse to drive there was a loud pop towards the back up the car. A check electrical system warning popped up, and then eventually a Check Power Supply stop now warning came up","quote_3_odi":"11713640","quote_3_text":"While driving on a busy road at night, my vehicle displayed battery warning lights and went into \"limp mode\" which slowed me down to 25 mph before stopping completely. I was then stranded until a tow truck could be dispatched","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/ev6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-driver-seat-shifts","label":"Driver seat shifts or detaches during turns","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11623304","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat shifts towards the right rear when the vehicle accelerates or goes around a left hand turn (i.e. when forces push the driver towards the rear of the vehicle). The driver's seat shifts towards the left front when the vehicle brakes heavily or goes over speed…","quote_2_odi":"11676249","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver's side seat detached from the frame. Due to the failure, the contact was unable to reach the brake pedal, and almost lost control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11743840","quote_3_text":"When making left turn or going over bumps, driver seat pops and feel shifted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-hv-battery-bms-charging","label":"High-voltage battery and charging system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11683737","quote_1_text":"Received the following warning on 8/16 with 6987 miles on the car: Critical EV Battery Warning Your EV Battery has a critical issue. Contact Roadside Assistance as soon as possible. Car has been in the dealership for a week with \"no estimated repair timeline\" due to the battery…","quote_2_odi":"11660694","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has been at CMA Colonial Kia dealership since [insert drop-off date], totaling 49 days (and counting) out of service as of 05/13/2025. The sole but critical issue is a failed high-voltage battery, which the dealership and Kia confirmed must be fully replaced","quote_3_odi":"11623911","quote_3_text":"On Oct 11th the vehicle failed to fully charge, stopping at 69%. I heard loud and repeated clicking from the undercarriage. On Oct 12th I received an email / system notification “ A suspected condition with your BuddyNine’s Battery Management System has been detected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster display goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11693832","quote_1_text":"The dashboard and control panel of my vehicle have repeatedly blacked out since shortly after purchase. These blackouts cause the entire instrument cluster and control systems, including critical safety features, to become non-functional or obstructed intermittently while driving","quote_2_odi":"11630011","quote_2_text":"The display for the instrument cluster is completely blank, or shows unrelated information after starting the car and shows none of the vital information about the car's operation or status. After leaving the car off for 30 minutes, the instrument cluster display began…","quote_3_odi":"11615525","quote_3_text":"Our vehicle is a brand-new Kia EV9, and since ownership, we’ve experienced two serious incidents where the instrument cluster/dashboard display has gone completely blank. This occurred once while driving and once immediately after starting the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-rear-suspension-porpoising","label":"Rear suspension porpoising and swaying over bumps","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11693716","quote_1_text":"When driving between 20-40 mph and hitting a rough patch of road, pothole, expansion joint, or uneven pavement, the vehicle sometimes heavily sways left to right. It takes one to two seconds to stabilize after the swaying","quote_2_odi":"11644992","quote_2_text":"The Kia EV9 has a defect in its suspension that causes the rear end to \"bump-steer\" over imperfections in the road, giving the driver a scary sensation of losing control","quote_3_odi":"11714058","quote_3_text":"I had some concerns about the violent wobble when I drove over a bump. With some concerns about this SUV, I google to see if anyone else had this same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11592798","quote_1_text":"In brand new 2024 Kia EV9, the steering wheel shakes at or above speeds of 65mph. Replicated symptoms in all regen modes, as well as with regenerative braking turned off","quote_2_odi":"11622980","quote_2_text":"Brand New EV9 Land AWD has wheel shake and vibration at 65MPH+. Center console vibrates and shakes substantially. Performed multiple wheel balances without and real change","quote_3_odi":"11665467","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experiences steering vibration when at highway speeds (above 65mph). I have brought the vehicle in for service four times and the issue still returned after multiple alignments, rotations, and road force balances","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"kia-ev9-2024-wiper-failure-snow","label":"Windshield wiper failure in snow and ice","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11716100","quote_1_text":"Windshield wipers stopped working in middle of bad snow storm. I had to pull over, wait for the weather to improve before proceeding. I have a minor child and safety is a concern to me","quote_2_odi":"11624197","quote_2_text":"Windshield wipers are not strong enough to deal with even small amounts of snow. The gap between the windshield and the hood is unusually large which allows snow to accumulate and get packed into the gap","quote_3_odi":"11649635","quote_3_text":"Snow accumulates under wiper blades and then ice sticks to the wipers themselves. Big chunks of ice form on blades so that wipers do not clear snow/water off of windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-door-latch-opening","label":"Passenger door latch unintended opening while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728939","quote_1_text":"While making a left turn at a four-way intersection, the passenger side front door opened the latch failed. This vehicle is equipped with motorized door handles that retract/flush when the vehicle is in drive indicating that the doors are locked.  The door handles were retracted…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-frunk-latch-power-loss","label":"Unintended frunk opening triggering speed reduction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725811","quote_1_text":"I was traveling north on the [XXX]  located in [XXX] . I was traveling in the number two lane and my speed was approximately 78 MPH when all of a sudden I had a loss acceleration power and my Kia EV9 began to decelerate rapidly and my dashboard began to flash a loss of power…","quote_2_odi":"11748295","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the freeway driving at the speed of traffic. My vehicle started beeping aggressively, a red indicator started flashing over the frunk area of the vehicle representation in the dash and my vehicle entered red turtle mode","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-highway-vibration-steering","label":"Highway-speed vibration through steering wheel and body","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750444","quote_1_text":"Since taking delivery on June 20, 2025, this vehicle has exhibited a vibration at highway speeds, most severe at approximately 72 mph. The steering wheel visibly shakes and the vibration is felt through the steering column. It is fatiguing over long drives and I have become…","quote_2_odi":"11752849","quote_2_text":"Beginning at approximately 104 miles (shortly after delivery at 75 miles), this vehicle exhibits a persistent vibration felt through the steering wheel, seat, and floorboard at highway speeds — specifically beginning around 55 mph, again at 61–63 mph, and most noticeably between…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-iccu-electrical-failure","label":"ICCU failure and 12V battery loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721195","quote_1_text":"Car was driving find and suddenly check electric system message came in with a red battery indicator. The application for the car indicates an ICCU P1A9096 error code. ICCU errors seems to be common with Kia/Hyundai electric cars.  Car went to limp mode and wouldn’t let drive","quote_2_odi":"11709899","quote_2_text":"I own a Kia 2026 EV9.  We charged the car to 80% (we have reduced the limit to only 80%).  The next morning there was no power to the car.  The interior lights would not come on door handles would not work.  I could not start the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11716099","quote_3_text":"vehicle would not accelerate pass 25 mph, battery light came on, stop vehicle and check power supply message also came on. had to towed to dealer. KIA app showing ICCU code P1A9096","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel flickering and blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711520","quote_1_text":"Instrument panel goes Black while driving. Keeps flickering on and off while driving. Took it to a dealer and they denied the flicker, even though I have 15 videos of it. Dealer just gave us the car back without fixing the issue and told us to live with it","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-tire-foam-delamination","label":"OEM tire acoustic foam delamination at highway speed","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753347","quote_1_text":"The OEM Hankook iON tires (285/45R21) on my 2026 Kia EV9 GT Line experienced acoustic foam delamination — the sound-dampening foam bonded to the interior liner of the tire separated and is moving freely inside the tire at highway speeds.  At speeds above 55mph the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"EV9","model_slug":"ev9","cluster_id":"ev9-2026-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking or chipping from minor road debris","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746361","quote_1_text":"While driving at normal highway speeds, a microscopic stone or pebble impacted the windshield. Instead of causing a minor, isolated cosmetic chip, the acoustic laminated glass immediately developed an expansive linear stress fracture that rapidly spread across the driver's direct","quote_2_odi":"11724016","quote_2_text":"The first time I drove on a highway in this brand new car the windshield chipped. There are facebook group posts of other drivers experiencing numerous chips and cracks in the windshield","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/ev9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11689708","quote_1_text":"On August 22nd 2025 my daughter was driving this vehicle and was in a car accident and her front air bags did not deploy. Her passenger side airbags deployed with no passenger but nothing in the front and it was a front collision. Upon receipt of the Paperwork from Copart we","quote_2_odi":"11440099","quote_2_text":"In June 2021 my air bag light came on. Called the dealership to have them check it out. Said they would get back with me to have it checked. 2-3 days later I was driving and hit a pothole air bags deployed while driving busted windshield driver and passenger side airbags","quote_3_odi":"11290829","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO KIA STORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-lighting-bulb-failure","label":"Brake light and headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11586990","quote_1_text":"Brake lights are consistently blowing out especially the right brake light. I have replaced the bulb at least a dozen times in the past 2 years. Also the signal lights are going out as well. There is something faulty going on with the connection that I think needs to be","quote_2_odi":"11574368","quote_2_text":"Low beam headlights are so dim, driving at night is extremely dangerous. There is not enough illumination to detect more than 3 feet in front of the vehicle nor adequately see any potential hazards. After doing some research, it appears that this is a common problem that Kia is","quote_3_odi":"11121028","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK UP AND BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ILLUMINATED AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT CALLED JENKINS KIA OF GAINESVILLE AT 855-764-9404 (LOCATED AT 3345 N MAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-rod-bearing-engine-knock","label":"Engine rod-bearing knock and premature failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11648317","quote_1_text":"Known engine problem with bottom end knocking sounds. Potential risk of fire or wreck caused by engine failure. Engine condition is an ongoing issue. Dealerships and manufacture refuse to honor recall because last recall hasn't been addressed and the title is rebuilt","quote_2_odi":"11553838","quote_2_text":"179000 miles owner was driving and heard a knocking sound. He is an independent mechanic and put it in the shop to diagnose. While inspecting oil was within normal operating range and not yet due for an oil change. Low end rod knock. Changed oil to inspect for debris and found","quote_3_odi":"10574780","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A LOAD KNOCKING IN THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A ROD KNOCK AND RECOMMENDED HAVING THE ENGINE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-service-brake-seizure","label":"Service brake seizure and switch failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10641531","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY HAD BRAKE PROBLEMS ON MY 2010 KIA FORTE. IT WAS NOT DUE TO BRAKE WEAR OR ANY OF THE NORMAL BRAKE PROBLEMS. THE PROBLEM WAS ALL MY BRAKES SEIZED UP AND THE REAR ONES IN PARTICULAR HEATED UP TO THE POINT WHERE THEY WERE CLOSE TO FAILING. THE DEALER SAID IT MAY HAVE NOT","quote_2_odi":"10555413","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE REAR BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE","quote_3_odi":"11634184","quote_3_text":"Brake light switch outage keeps happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-steering-coupling-click","label":"Steering coupling clicking noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11353077","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ANY SPEED STEERING WOULD MAKE A CLICKING NOISE AND GET STUCK FOR SEVERAL SECONDS WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT.I FELT VERY UNSAFE ON THE INTERSTATE AS I WOULD JERK THE WHEEL TO GET THE WHEEL TO UNSTICK.I PUT MY HAND UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN AND GOT","quote_2_odi":"11139092","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE STEERING TURNS EVERY TIME, IT MAKES A CLICKING NOISE. AFTER THE CLICKING NOISE STARTED HAPPENING, I OFTEN HEAR METAL TO METAL CONTACT NOISE FROM THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN I DRIVE ON BUMPY ROADS. THE PROBLEM IS CAUSED BY THE FAULTY STEERING COUPLING INSIDE OF THE STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10897325","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL MAKES A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT. WAS TOLD IT COULD BE COUPLER OR BUSHING. KIA IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM, BUT NO RECALL THAT I'M AWARE OF. BEING TOLD THE CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE $600-$1400 REPAIR ACCORDING TO FORUMS. IT DOES THIS DRIVING OR SITTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2010-tpms-valve-stem-failure","label":"TPMS valve stem cracking and rapid tire deflation","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10521292","quote_1_text":"THE TIRE DEFLATE RAPIDLY WHEN DRIVING AT 70MPH ON FREEWAY. WHEN IN THE TIRE SHOP TECHNICIAN REVELED THERE WAS NO PUNCTURE BUT THE STEM WAS MISSING. AFTER REMOVING THE TIRE THE STEM WAS FOUND INSIDE THE TIRE WITH VISIBLE CORROSION SIGNS. BY INSPECTING THE REST OF THE STEM, WAS","quote_2_odi":"10560692","quote_2_text":"ON JANUARY 19TH, 2014, WHILE THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE EXPRESSWAY, THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR TIRE SUDDENLY WENT FLAT. UPON INSPECTION, THE HOLE WHERE THE VALVE STEM SHOULD RESIDE WAS EMPTY. THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE OF THIS TYPE. PREVIOUSLY, ON FEBRUARY 28TH, 2013, WHILE","quote_3_odi":"11416288","quote_3_text":"PULLING OUT DRIVE WAY GOING TO THE LEFT FELT LIKE PASSENGER WHEEL WAS LOCKING UP AND DOES IT QUITE A BIT. ALSO NTB IN CLEVELAND, TN SAID THERE WAS LOTS WRONG WITH UNDER NEATH , ALSO IT STILL FEELS LIKE IT'S RUNNING AFTER BEING CUT OFF. AND IT HAS A RIM THAT IS CRACKED AND WHEN I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Front air bags failed to deploy in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10417104","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER EXPERIENCED MULTIPLE INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11101097","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WE WERE TAKING OFF FROM A STOP LIGHT WHEN WE WERE REAR ENDED ON 4/2/18. THE DRIVER WAS GOING ANYWHERE BETWEEN 50-70 MPH. MY AIR BAGS NEVER INFLATED CAUSING ALOT OF INJURIES. MY DRIVER HEAD REST WAS EJECTED CAUSING INJURY TO MY DAUGHTERS FACE","quote_3_odi":"11130355","quote_3_text":"I HAD A FALSE SENSE OF SECURITY& SAFETY BEHIND THE WHEEL OF MY 2011 KIA FORTE WHEN I WAS SUDDENLY FACING A HABITUAL DRUNK DRIVER, CREAMING US HEAD-ON AND MY AIRBAGS FATO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-brake-light-socket-melt","label":"Brake and tail light bulb sockets overheating and melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11703885","quote_1_text":"The centered high mounted brake light overheated during normal vehicle operation. The plastic bulb socket and housing melted, causing the bulb to dislodge and fall into the interior of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11171813","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHT BULBS ARE BURNING OUR VERY 3 WEEKS WITH THE PLASTIC BULB CONNECTOR GETTING VERY , VERY HOT","quote_3_odi":"11075198","quote_3_text":"I KEEP HAVING TO REPLACE FOG LAMPS, BRAKE LIGHTS AND HEADLAMPS. THE BRAKE LIGHTS HAVE TO BE REPLACED FREQUENTLY. THE COMPONENT YOU PLUG THE BULB INTO KEEPS GETTING HOT AND MELTING SOMETIMES CAUSING THE BULB TO BREAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-engine-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Engine knocking noise progressing to rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11157130","quote_1_text":"IN 2016, JUST A FEW MONTHS PAST THE FIVE YEAR WARRANTY, ENGINE STARTED MAKING NOISE. $5K REPAIR. ENGINE HAD BROKEN ENGINE BEARING CAUSING KNOCK SOUND. LESS THAN 50K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11156653","quote_2_text":"AT 120,000 MILES A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE BEGAN COMING FROM THE ENGINE AT ENGINE START. IT PERSISTS AND SOUNDS ALMOST LIKE AN ELECTRIC SEWING MACHINE - TAKA TAKA TAKA TAKA","quote_3_odi":"11144819","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE CAR AT ROUGHLY 65 MPH ON CRUISE CONTROL. ALL OF A SUDDEN THERE WAS A VERY LOUD BANG, TACHOMETER DROPPED TO ZERO, OIL STARTED SPRAYING ALL OVER FROM UNDERNEATH CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-hecu-recall-fire-risk","label":"Brake HECU recall delays with fire and burning odor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11754070","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, a bystander went into the contact's place of employment and stated that there was a fire inside the vehicle in the parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11599217","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11556652","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-takata-recall-delays","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11141253","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V363000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11190427","quote_2_text":"TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER TO CORRECT RECALL ISSUE (18V363). COMPLETED THE WORK AND SAID IT WAS FIXED. MY AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINS \"ON\"","quote_3_odi":"10776438","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA FORTE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE DRIVER SIDE SHOULDER AIR BAG INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED AND THE SEAT BELT LOCKED. THE KEY FOB WAS DEPRESSED AT THE TIME OF DEPLOYMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure or gear shifter malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11556977","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Forte. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and reversing, the gear shifter became stuck in reverse(R). There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10450856","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS FELT THIS SUDDEN JERK (LIKE I HAD BEEN HIT FROM BEHIND) AND THE CAR WOULD NOT GO. WHEN I GOT PULLED OVER I PLACED IT IN PARK AND THEN BACK INTO DRIVE IT WOULD NOT PULL FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10408704","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA MOTOR FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT BEGAN TO ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NO LONGER ACCELERATE FURTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration or loss of speed control","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11651644","quote_1_text":"While driving on my home the car started accelerating on its own.Good thing I was already close to my house","quote_2_odi":"10888941","quote_2_text":"ON 7/24 MY 21 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING ON A SIDE STREET WHEN THE CAR BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN. SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES (WITH BOTH FEET) AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"10451182","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT WAS DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL AND MOVED THE GEAR SHIFTER INTO PARK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A CURB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11424308","quote_1_text":"I was injured in a crash that happened Saturday at 232pm . My airbags did not deploy at 45 mph. Old women did a u turn into me. I was in left lane . I crash driver side front into her passenger doors. My steering is damaged and my side fender was hooked inward along with my side","quote_2_odi":"11291822","quote_2_text":"WAS HIT FROM BEHIND BY ANOTHER CAR AT A SPEED THAT SHOULD HAVE CAUSE THE AIRBAGS TO DEPLOY BUT NONE DID. THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED ON 12/26/19. I WAS HEADED SOUTHBOUND ON MINNESOTA AVE IN SIOUX FALLS, SD. I SLOWED DOWN TO TURN EAST WHEN A CAR HIT ME FROM BEHIND. THE IMPACT CAUSED MY","quote_3_odi":"11220465","quote_3_text":"I HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED BY KIA OF THE RECALL. I WASN'T AWARE OF THE RECALL UNTIL I RESEARCHED MY VIN NUMBER FOR INFORMATION FOR MY INSURANCE COMPANY. I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT MAY 11TH 2019 WITH A FRONT SIDE IMPACT AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I MY VEHICLE HAS BEEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2012-airbag-warning-light-clock-spring","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11760319","quote_1_text":"Airbag light came on August 21, 2026. I tried several steps to troubleshoot with no resolution. I took it to the local Kia dealership for further inspection. I was terrified to drive the vehicle because of the airbag failure. I explained to the technician that I had read that","quote_2_odi":"11547250","quote_2_text":"The air bag light came on. I brought it to the dealer and was told it was the clock spring. I was charged over $700.00 for this repair. It appears that other years of the same make and model had problems with the clock spring as well and received an extended warranty. I want to","quote_3_odi":"11534580","quote_3_text":"Recall #SC165,for the airbag frontal deploy module failure was fixed but now the same problem along with the airbag malfunction indicator light is illuminating on my dash. Kia won't call me back or email me back when I asked them if this is something they will fix again since","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2012-brake-line-corrosion-recall","label":"Corrosion-related brake line failure under recall 23V652000","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11747944","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2012 Kia Forte EX. The vehicle experienced a corrosion-related brake line failure that affected braking performance and created a safety concern. The brake pedal became soft/sank, and the vehicle had unsafe braking behavior, requiring repair at a Kia dealership","quote_2_odi":"11594200","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2012-brake-pedal-stopper-pad","label":"Brake pedal stopper pad deterioration, brake lights stay on","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11432264","quote_1_text":"The break pedal stopper pad deteriorated causing break lights to constantly illuminate","quote_2_odi":"11222910","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON EVEN AFTER THE VEHICLE IS SHUT OFF. FORTE BRAKE PEDAL STOPPERS AND SWITCHES COULD BE FAULTY. THE MATERIAL FOR THE STOPPER CAN FALL APART OVER TIME AND ALLOW THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH PLUNGER TO REMAIN EXTENDED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS RELEASED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2012-theta-ii-engine-knock-failure","label":"Engine knock, rod bearing damage, or failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":98,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11460226","quote_1_text":"Engine has really bad knock, was taken to a mechanic and they said it has internal rod damage and needs to be replaced. The car has 125,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11420376","quote_2_text":"Was driving to work, motor developed rod knock and later blew up due to the knock. Which was caused by one of the recalls for this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11377821","quote_3_text":"BACK IN 2018 MY ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. I HAD TO GET MY CAR TOWED TO A SHOP AND THEY SAID THAT MY ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. I'VE HAD KEPT REGULAR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE WITH THE VEHICLE. UPON FURTHER RESEARCH THE 2012 FORTE USES HYUNDAI AND KIA'S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11463187","quote_1_text":"The contact stated when at a complete stop, the driver in front accelerated with the vehicle in reverse and crashed into the front of the contact's vehicle. The entire front vehicle was damaged. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11252113","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT TRIED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKES BUT THEY FAILED TO OPERATE AS WELL. THE CONTACT MADE IMPACT WITH A POLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE CONTACT HIT HER FACE AND CHEST AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11672004","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that another vehicle that was driving approximately 100 MPH crashed into the rear driver's side of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll over approximately 4-5 times. The vehicle landed on its driver's side against a tree. The air bags failed to deploy and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11709918","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the brake pedal failed to operate as needed and depressed to the floorboard without warning. As a result of the brake failure, the contact crashed into the rear of another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11582549","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond, causing the front end of the vehicle to crash into the residence. The air bags deployed. There was no injury sustained. A police report was filed","quote_3_odi":"11593138","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11550633","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while parked, a passerby observed fire emanating from the engine compartment. The origin of the fire was unknown. The police report was filed. The fire department extinguished the fire. The vehicle was towed to a lot where it was deemed destroyed","quote_2_odi":"11438039","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 50 - 55 mph, noises were heard and smoke came from the front and rear of the vehicle. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer replaced the engine and fuel pump","quote_3_odi":"11420163","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 10 mph, the vehicle loss motive power and stalled. The contact parked the vehicle and saw smoke entering the cabin of the vehicle through the vents. The contact exited the vehicle before the vehicle caught on fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine knocking, stalling, and rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11730126","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated the vehicle was unable to exceed 20 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the knock sensor was replaced as a","quote_2_odi":"11523742","quote_2_text":"Engine started producing a knocking sound, maybe a couple weeks later experienced catastrophic Engine failure, with a portion of the engine being thrown from the bottom of the engine block","quote_3_odi":"11516037","quote_3_text":"Sudden rod bearing failure on a well maintained Engine. Other 2013 Kia Koups have recalls for the engine, but this specific vin does not and experiences the same problem with the THETA II engine. Engine is destroyed at 190,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-steering-column-coupler","label":"Steering column coupler clicking and play","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11665161","quote_1_text":"Steering column coupler has repeatedly gone bad, causing clicking and play in the steering wheel. There is an open recall for this issue on Kia optima’s, which use the same part. I’ve had this issue diagnosed and fixed by 2 different shops","quote_2_odi":"11190535","quote_2_text":"BACKING UP MY CAR UNDER THE CARPORT, AS I WAS PARKED STRAIGHTENING MY WHEELS, I HEARD CLICKING WITH EACH TURN. HUSBAND CHECKED AND FOUND THE SAME CONCERN. TOOK CAR TO KIA DEALER THE NEXT DAY","quote_3_odi":"10630698","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND EXCESSIVE FORCE ON THE STEERING WHEEL WAS REQUIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2013-taillight-bulb-socket-melt","label":"Tail and brake light bulbs burning out with melted sockets","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11421549","quote_1_text":"Within the last 3 years I have had significant issues with my tail lights and break lights burning out. To the point that the socket completely melted and shattered the light bulb.upon attempting to fix and remove the melted socket I sliced my hand open","quote_2_odi":"11176076","quote_2_text":"IN THE LAST THREE YEARS I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE SEVERAL DIFFERENT LIGHTS MULTIPLE TIMES. IT BEGAN SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED IT WITH REPLACING REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE LIGHT THREE TIMES IN A SIX MONTH PERIOD","quote_3_odi":"11602539","quote_3_text":"I've been mostly satisfied except with the head lights, tail and brake lights and the plate lights. Until reading here, I didn't make the connection that Yes, I have spent a lot of time and money on getting these replaced multiple times each year-seems every oil change there's","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-airbag-light-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11531321","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11475525","quote_2_text":"At approximately 60000 miles my airbag light came on. Then it would go off. Now it just stays on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and hydraulic failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11511282","quote_1_text":"The vehicle lost braking ability while being operated on the roadway. The brake pedal went to the floor, and the brake warning light came on. The operator was able to push hard on the brake pedal enough to eventually bring the vehicle to a safe stop","quote_2_odi":"11694819","quote_2_text":"I have been trying to have my brakes line repair for a recall for over a year with the local Kia dealer as they refused to see me for over a year due to not buying vehicle there","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment and vehicle fire","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11517052","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the vehicle caught on fire while it was parked outside her residence. The origin of the fire was unknown. The fire started from the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11437958","quote_2_text":"I purchased a 2014 Kia Forte on August 24, 2013. On August 26, 2021 I reported an electrical fire in the trunk of my car to the dealership. I was told not to drive the car but to tow it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-engine-knock-rod-bearing","label":"Engine knock and rod bearing failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11405496","quote_1_text":"MY CAR 2014 KIA FORTE EX 2.0L GDI ENGINE WAS UNDER RECALL. TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL AND DEALERSHIP SAID NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. ON THE WAY HOME FROM THERE THE CAR WENT INTO LIMP MODE AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITH ENGINE CODE P1326 WHICH IS DUE TO ROD BEARINGS","quote_2_odi":"11454878","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would suddenly go into limp mode and would not accelerate above 20 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-seatbelt-buckle-fail","label":"Seat belt buckle failure to latch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11606794","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while buckling the driver's side front seat belt buckle, the front driver's seat belt buckle failed to lock securely as intended","quote_2_odi":"11438842","quote_2_text":"The driver side seatbelt keeps unbuckling, this is after checking to make sure it is fastened completely, I have to keep checking the belt throughout the driving period to ensure it is latched","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2014-steering-coupler-click","label":"MDPS steering coupler clicking and popping","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":440,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11631548","quote_1_text":"Popping noise from steering and play in steering wheel. Was informed by a local mechanic that is was the steering coupler for the MDPS unit","quote_2_odi":"11624247","quote_2_text":"I was driving the Forte and my steering wheel started to feel loose. It would click when I turned it. When I would go over a speed bump or hit a pot hole, my steering would jolt and make a loud noise","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11440991","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after accelerating from a red light the driver-side airbag suddenly deployed. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the passenger side tire had also flattened","quote_2_odi":"11421985","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while his daughter was driving at 15 MPH, another vehicle going 40 MPH crashed into the passenger front side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11373596","quote_3_text":"SOMETIME DURING THE SUMMER MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND MY CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT SINCE I HAVE BOUGHT IT. I HAVE OWNED IT FOR 2 YEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11485759","quote_1_text":"Brake lines failed while driving. All of the brake fluid leaked out while driving making this a dangerous situation. Brake light came on and loss of all brakes came next","quote_2_odi":"11488564","quote_2_text":"I received a recall notice from KIa Corporation notifying me of a recall for brake lines rusting on my car and told me to take it to dealer to have issue inspected. If found to be in need of replacement they would be replaced at no charge to me","quote_3_odi":"11689697","quote_3_text":"I was driving today and upon braking trying to come to a four way stop, the brake pedal went to the floor with no stopping. My vehicle went through the 4 way stop endangering me and my passengers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11427673","quote_1_text":"Car engine caught on fire while driving without any indication. Car stopped and engulfed in flames. Car dashboard warning lights were not present until fire began but car shut off due to fire","quote_2_odi":"11488655","quote_2_text":"Engine Oil over pressure caused my oil filter to explode oil in to my engine compartment. Destroyed my engine as well","quote_3_odi":"11455734","quote_3_text":"The car started to smoke and caught on fire not even 2 from My house I had called and scheduled a appointment for the recall butt kia set the date to far away I only had the car for maybe 2 weeks not even 150000 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11526100","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after several oil changes, he noticed that the vehicle was consuming and excessive amount of engine oil. Following a visual inspection, the contact stated that he noticed the engine was leaking oil and making an abnormal sound","quote_2_odi":"11481383","quote_2_text":"The contact then stated that without warning, the engine started to require an excessive amount of oil. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the engine had consumed 3.5 to 4 quarts of oil per 1,000 miles driven","quote_3_odi":"11422771","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-headlight-turn-signal","label":"Headlights extinguish when turn signal is activated","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11389332","quote_1_text":"AT NIGHT WITH THE LIGHTS ON AND DRIVING OR NOT, WHEN YOU USE THE TURN SIGNAL THE HEAD LIGHTS WILL GO OFF. IF YOU WIGGLE THE BLINKER ARM, THEY WILL COME BACK ON. BUT YOU ARE DRIVING WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO SEE BECAUSE THE LIGHTS GO OFF. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME","quote_2_odi":"11378044","quote_2_text":"ALL OF THE HEADLAMPS / ALL TAIL/PARK/MARKER / ALL I/P ILLUMINATION LAMPS GOES OUT WHEN TURNING ON THE TURN SIGNALS WHILE DRIVING & SIGNALING FOR AN UPCOMING TURN. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY & IS GETTING WORSE BY THE DAY","quote_3_odi":"11365855","quote_3_text":"THE KIA HEADLIGHTS REGULARLY AND SUDDENLY TURNED OFF AND FLICKERED BACK ON WITH VARYING DURATION WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION UNDER NORMAL USE. THIS WAS NOTICEABLE AT NIGHT WHEN EVERYTHING WAS DARK AND SUDDENLY THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF WHEN WE NEEDED THEM AND QUITE OFTEN…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Rod bearing knock and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693740","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started making a ticking noise under the hood. I immediately had it towed to a mechanics shop in town. They performed an inspection and said the ticking noise is from a Rod Bearing # 3 has come loose and the whole engine must be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11648327","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving uphill at approximately 50-55 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power and made an abnormal knocking sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11453691","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle then lost motive power. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and diagnosed with rod bearing failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2015-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":258,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720085","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving in the fast lane at 70 MPH on the interstate and attempting to move over to the emergency lane, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11360397","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROADWAY","quote_3_odi":"11397814","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN CITY OR HIGHWAY, YOU HEAR ENGINE NOISE, SEE ILLUMINATION OF THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT, ILLUMINATION OF THE LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT. THEN VEHICLE PROPULSION STOPS SUDDENLY, CONTINUES TO COAST BUT PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR HAS NO EFFECT, THE ENGINE DOESN'T REV","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11408393","quote_1_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY IN VEHICLE CRASH AT ABOVE 30 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11559293","quote_2_text":"The airbags did not deploy when a large jeep turned into the driver side door.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-engine-oil-pump-stall","label":"Oil pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":107,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11675014","quote_1_text":"Stalling when slowing or stopping.","quote_2_odi":"11643233","quote_2_text":"Engine knocking due to engine recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior lighting failure and water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11640548","quote_1_text":"Rear combination lights (taillights) housing developed issue with condensation after developing cracks. This caused brake lights to burn out. This is a known issue with many Fortes and needs to be extended to additional production years.","quote_2_odi":"11618834","quote_2_text":"Both of my tail lights have the water leaking problem that other 2017 Fortes were recalled for. My VIN was not on the list, but both of them have to be fixed at my expense and are burning out my tail light and turn signal bulbs prematurely because of the water condensed in them.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil failure and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11406614","quote_1_text":"ENGINE COILS KEEP GOING BAD. FIRST ENGINE COIL WENT BAD AT 60,000 MILES AND NOW MY SECOND ENGINE COIL HAS GONE UP AT 67,000 MILES.","quote_2_odi":"11434141","quote_2_text":"Coils are repeatedly breaking despite being replaced. Seems to be a common issue with this make/model but hasnt been recalled.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11687131","quote_1_text":"Car steers to tilting directions. Doesn't drive straight especially on the highway. Headlights are horrible.","quote_2_odi":"11690342","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this formal complaint regarding a serious safety issue I experienced with my 2017 Kia Forte. While driving, my steering wheel suddenly locked up & I was unable to turn left or right. This failure occurred in the middle of the road & put my life at serious risk.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake and ABS malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11486885","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11436496","quote_2_text":"I’ve been having problems with my 2017 forte5 Lx for the last few months. The brake calipers tend to lock up from time to time causing my pads to smoke like crazy. I’ve had my brakes serviced 6 times within the last year.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2017-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk latch failure to open or close","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11405134","quote_1_text":"TRUNK LID OPENS WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11455252","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Forte. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V622000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11478137","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at 50 MPH, the contact rear-ended the vehicle in front of her however the air bags failed to deploy. The air bag warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11153084","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT AND CRASH HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER CAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED BUT THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11463202","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated she was at standstill at a parking space when another vehicle backed into the front passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-engine-failure-oil-starvation","label":"Engine failure and seizure after oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11704388","quote_1_text":"While driving on U.S. 69 highway in Overland Park, Kansas, the engine in my 2018 Kia Forte suddenly failed without warning. I was entering the northbound lanes from the 95th Street on-ramp and was accelerating to merge at about 50 mph","quote_2_odi":"11720401","quote_2_text":"Recently, while my boyfriend was driving my vehicle, the engine suddenly lost power without warning. He had the accelerator pedal fully depressed, yet the vehicle would barely move. He was fortunate to safely maneuver the vehicle off the road","quote_3_odi":"11695139","quote_3_text":"the engine was burning oil unknown to me. You had an oil change completed at 101k miles and 106k miles and there was no oil left in the engine per mechanic. This caused the check engine light to turn on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-immobilizer-theft","label":"Ignition immobilizer absence and vehicle theft","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11490900","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was broken into and attempted to be stolen. My Kia was made within the years that is a KNOWN issue that thieves can simply use a USB to start the car. There is no immobilizer switch on the ignition","quote_2_odi":"11528748","quote_2_text":"There was a recall for my car for the software update as there is no immobilizer. I had this done on May 30th 23. This was to correct the problem to prevent others from stealing my car by just using the USB cable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-light-moisture-bulb-burnout","label":"Exterior light moisture intrusion and bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11697327","quote_1_text":"Right break light fills up with water. Consistently changing break light bulbs due to moisture in the break light","quote_2_odi":"11625127","quote_2_text":"The left rear blinker light has gone out 4 times in the last 2 years. The most recent replacement for the passenger rear blinker stopped working within 12 hours of replacement","quote_3_odi":"11473893","quote_3_text":"Water in the rear tail light. Dealer is trying to collect money from me, even though the other service tech said if it was not moisture but water retention that is would be under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving requiring restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11518101","quote_1_text":"Car shuts down for no reason. At low speeds, the car shuts down, oil light, check engine light and battery ligh illuminate. Have to stop, place the car in park, restart engine and drive again but car keeps stalling","quote_2_odi":"11454672","quote_2_text":"When driving the car will stall. I was in a parking lot moving forward at 3mph, hit the brakes and the car stalled. After work the other night, while exiting one freeway ti enter another driving about 45mph, the car just stall and shut off","quote_3_odi":"11479502","quote_3_text":"last fall my car would turn off while i was parked or driving at low speeds, i brought it to my Kia dealership and they could not find an issue, it happed a few more time in the winter, then in this summer it started happing more and more","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2018-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk latch failure and unintended opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11585280","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the trunk door erroneously opened. The contact stated that the failure had occurred on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11222215","quote_2_text":"TRUNK IS CONSTANTLY POPPING OPEN, ALTHOUGH NO ONE IS HITTING THE BUTTON ON THE KEYS NOR PULLING THE LEVER. I CAN BE IN THE HOUSE WITH MY KEYS ON THE COUNTER AND IT WILL POP OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11437671","quote_3_text":"My trunk will not open at all, I have had this issue since July and received a letter about recalls on certain Kia fortes yet mine was not included in the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11502550","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy during car accident. I sustained severe injuries to the face. Puncture wound to jaw, forehead laceration to skull, spinal cord damage, and fractured ribs","quote_2_odi":"11206997","quote_2_text":"THE DIVER OF HE VEHICLE HAD FRONT IMPACT DAMAGE AT 40 MPH AND HIT THE SIDE OF ANOTHER CAR. THE ENTIRE FRONT END INCLUDING THE STEEL FRAME WAS BENT IN BUT NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11271614","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA FORTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS WERE VERY DIM AND THE CONTACT DID NOT SEE AN ANIMAL IN THE ROAD. TO AVOID THE ANIMAL, THE CONTACT VEERED OFF THE ROAD AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11744427","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Forte. The contact stated that after driving to the local store and turning off the vehicle, after returning to the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11694036","quote_2_text":"Motor started ticking....then just stopped running...motor blew up..checked the oil and it had metal flaking in it","quote_3_odi":"11265766","quote_3_text":"WITH LESS THAN 8K MILES ON OUR FORTE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH WHEN THE OIL LIGHT WENT ON. WE MOVED TO THE RIGHT LANE AND WITHIN SECONDS ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON AND THE CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision and lane keep assist false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11646235","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Lane Keep Assist system activated briefly, taking control of the vehicle and the vehicle started pulling to the right lane","quote_2_odi":"11395997","quote_2_text":"FORWARD COLLISION ASSIST DISABLES WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENS RANDOMLY AT DIFFERENT TIMES OF THE DAY, AT VARYING SPEEDS AND VARYING ROAD TYPES","quote_3_odi":"11546925","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking system activated when I was driving with no one in front of me four times in the span of one month. I am waiting to get my vehicle inspected so they can diagnose and fix the camera issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-lighting-wiring-harness","label":"Headlight and brake light failure with harness damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11693930","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, there was smoke coming from the front driver’s side headlamp, prompting the contact to have her son disconnect the headlamp wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11637640","quote_2_text":"My brake lights are continuously going out. I replace them and immediately they are out again. There is nothing wrong with the bulb. There is something going with the car. Every time I change the bulb they go out and this has been a few times already","quote_3_odi":"11394815","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT KEEPS GOING OUT,WORKS FOR A THEN GOES OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-steering-column-noise","label":"Steering column noise and clockspring failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11355709","quote_1_text":"HAVE ONLY HAD MY CAR FOR 1 YEAR AND I HAVE TO HAVE A NEW STEERING SHAFT PUT IN. I WAS HEARING A GRINDING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN. HAD IT CHECKED AND THAT IS WHAT THEY FOUND. THANK GOD IT WAS COVERED UNDER OUR WARRANTEE","quote_2_odi":"11389231","quote_2_text":"ON 8/26/20 IN THE DEALERSHIP WITH STEERING ISSUES. ADVISED FAULTY CLOCKSPRING. 9/3/20 REPLACED CLOCKSPRING. HOWEVER, ADVISED THERE WAS AN INTERNAL FAILURE. 10/19/20 BACK TO DEALER. ENTIRE STEERING COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11426467","quote_3_text":"On June 18, 2021 our vehicle was taken to the West Hills Kia located in Bremerton, WA for routine maintenance. During this visit, we reported a sound coming from the steering wheel and indicated that the sound was loud and wanted it inspected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"kia-forte-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and stalling during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11691425","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving on the highway. She was driving at 65 mph and then the car started to jolt a couple of times. She kept driving and then it started to feel sluggish and lost some power. Would not accelerate over 45 mph","quote_2_odi":"11365987","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING NORTH ON MA 495 NORTH NEAR HAVERHILL MA WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR WAS OVER-REVVING AND NO POWER WAS GETTING TO THE WHEELS. I HAD TO PULL OVER ON A BUSY HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11417679","quote_3_text":"In May 2020, transmission started bouncing up and down on the highway. Then the transmission started skipping. When I came to a stop and tried to start again, there was almost no power going to the transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11717259","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH on a bend in the highway, a deer jumped over the barrier and landed on the top of the contact's front windshield. The contact stated that she was knocked…","quote_2_odi":"11318580","quote_2_text":"I WAS TURNING LEFT THROUGH A GREEN LIGHT ONTO A CITY ROAD WHEN A CAR COMING FROM THE LEFT SIDE RAN A RED LIGHT GOING 50 MILES AN HOUR IN A 35 MILES AN HOUR ROAD, CRASHING INTO THE SIDE OF MY CAR. IT HIT THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE TIRE AND DOOR,…","quote_3_odi":"11717285","quote_3_text":"I was driving a vehicle two cars ahead did and illegal turn the car behind it stopped the truck behind them stopped I stopped behind the truck the car behind me did not stop and slammed me into the back of the truck in my airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11682254","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Kia Forte LXS with approximately 136,000 miles. The check engine light came on with code P0420 (“catalyst system efficiency below threshold”), and an Express Oil Change & Tire Engineers location confirmed the catalytic converter…","quote_2_odi":"11660909","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was…","quote_3_odi":"11623315","quote_3_text":"1st problem, catalytic converter code says it's bad, check engine light on ever since, car is only 4 years old. 2nd problem possible electrical or wiring issue. Had to replace front right headlight(2times), back brake lights both sides, rear…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-engine-failure","label":"Engine knocking, oil loss, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736680","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly began knocking severely, smoking, leaking oil, and then shut off unexpectedly without adequate warning. This created a serious safety hazard and near fire risk. The engine assembly failed catastrophically.…","quote_2_odi":"11659646","quote_2_text":"My vehicle lost 3 quarts of oil between oil changes somehow. The engine is bad now and has to be replaced. Never did a check engine light or oil pressure light come on to alert me that my car was burning oil somehow and the oil was low.…","quote_3_odi":"11589673","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the check engine warning light, and a message that Kia had been alerted of a failure was displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-forward-collision-avoidance","label":"Forward collision avoidance activation and camera faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11670245","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Forte. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance camera activated, causing the brakes to stop the vehicle unintendedly. The Forward Collision Avoidance system activated…","quote_2_odi":"11526192","quote_2_text":"The forward collision warning system stopped working and the warning lights lit up saying the camera was obstructed, even though it was a clear day, and the car was clean (it had literally just been cleaned). This has happened previously at…","quote_3_odi":"11560539","quote_3_text":"After 2 hours of cruise control om, Collision avoidance warning lights came on for 2nd time. Brought is to dealership the first time it happened and they could nt find anything wrong,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-theft-security","label":"Theft and anti-theft security system","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11558895","quote_1_text":"The antitheft software upgrade that Kia installed in my vehicle after it was stolen the first time DID NOT WORK. My car was stolen again WITH the software upgrade installed. The car was locked and parked in my apartment parking lot and the…","quote_2_odi":"11451454","quote_2_text":"Two massive safety/security flaws led to theft: break-in through rear window didn’t trigger alarm AND lack of immobilization system. They KNOW this is a problem.","quote_3_odi":"11531443","quote_3_text":"My car was stolen due to intentional & concealed absence of engine immobilizer.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11732868","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a transmission failure in my 2020 Kia Forte with approximately 54,000 miles. The vehicle experienced a sudden and complete transmission failure on March 19, 2026, on the highway from Cleveland to Cincinnati. after being owned…","quote_2_odi":"11637111","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has 74,000 miles on it. While driving on the highway at 70 mph, the RPMs began fluctuating erratically, jumping from 2,000 to 3,000 and then from 2,000 to 5,000 before the car completely slipped into neutral. I was stranded in the…","quote_3_odi":"11654037","quote_3_text":"Transmission from the original factory failed on it. I was driving when the engine check engine light came on and my car started ringing at me to get it serviced. I got the transmission replaced and not even 2 days later a brand new…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-trunk-latch","label":"Trunk latch and lid operation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11257242","quote_1_text":"OPENING TRUNK MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO REAR WINDOW AS THE TRUNK SWINGS TOO FAST WHEN ITS OPENING. THE TRUNK MAY DETACH AND STRIKE THE REAR WINDSHIELD. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY.","quote_2_odi":"11690225","quote_2_text":"Trunk open alone. Also trunk open when driver door open.","quote_3_odi":"11416048","quote_3_text":"WATER LEAKING INTO TRUNK CAUSING MALFUNCTION TO SECURITY ALARM SYSTEM AUTO TRUNK RELEASE AND TRUNK LID OPEN SYMBOL TRUNK MALFUNCTION WARNIG SYMBOLS AND ALARM STAYED ON COULD NOT HERE ANY SAFTEY ALARMS WATER IN TRUNK DAMAGED SENSOR COULD NOT…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and erratic speed control","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11526961","quote_1_text":"Car took off. Zoomed. Out of control, my safety was put at risk since car speeded off. No one else safety was at risk since no one was around. The car is currently at a collision shop. Car has been inspected by insurance and being fixed. No…","quote_2_odi":"11397278","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 KIA FORTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO GET OUT OF THE GARAGE, THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN PARK AND REMOVED THEMSELVES TO THE VEHICLE IN ORDER TO OPEN THEIR GARAGE DOOR WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO…","quote_3_odi":"11555184","quote_3_text":"There are significant idle issues (rpm’s shoot up & drop down irregularly while in park) and the car shut off while in park following irregular rpm movement, but was not exhibiting this behavior while previously parked elsewhere. I sent it in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11450155","quote_1_text":"I was in a head on accident at 45mph air bags did not deploy . was wearing my seatbelt and had a head injury due to hit the steering wheel with my head","quote_2_odi":"11622287","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his mother was driving at 20 MPH and attempting to complete a left turn. another driver failed to stop at a red light, as a result, the contact's mother was struck by the other vehicle on the passenger's side; however, the air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11713406","quote_3_text":"On May 13, 2023, I was involved in a severe frontal collision on the passenger side while driving my 2021 Kia Forte. The impact caused significant damage, and my insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss. Despite the severity of the crash, none of the airbags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-anti-theft-immobilizer-theft","label":"Vehicle theft due to absent engine immobilizer","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11477635","quote_1_text":"My car was stolen from in front of my home, they were able to steal my brand new car because they popped off the bottom steering wheel cover and used an iphone charger to start the ignition and drive away","quote_2_odi":"11460437","quote_2_text":"A defect in 2021 Kia Forte vehicle engine start and security systems allows for the rear window to be broken without an alarm activation and the car to be started without a key or key-like device. The vehicle can be started with something as simple as a screwdriver","quote_3_odi":"11477416","quote_3_text":"My main issue is concerning a critical design flaw that has been found due to a social media challenge called the Kia Challenge where people are able to start up and steal a Kia after only using a USB cord adapter (found near the key start on the steering wheel) without needing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-brake-squeak-caliper","label":"Brake squeak and caliper failure at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11431600","quote_1_text":"I bought a brand new Kia Forte with 30 miles on it in February.  In April I took it to the dealership for the breaks squeaking. The dealership stated they put conditioner on my breaks. Took the car back again in may for the breaks still squeaking. The dealership changed my oil…","quote_2_odi":"11445263","quote_2_text":"I got my car April 18 2021. It is a 2021 car and i got it off the lot with only 30 miles. I had the car for only 2 months and my breaks were already making a squeaky noise. I took it in to get them replaced I asked why i needed new ones sooo quick and i was told that maybe the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-engine-failure-oil-loss","label":"Engine failure with oil loss or consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11733651","quote_1_text":"Driving under normal conditions April 20,2026, on the way to school.  Got off the freeway and the vehicle immediately shut-off and the check engine light came on.  Vehicle was stuck partially in the roadway and would not move.  Vehicle was towed to Kia dealership and they found…","quote_2_odi":"11680039","quote_2_text":"While driving my Kia Forte on [XXX] i experienced a sudden noise without warning just 2 months to the exact date after an oil change.  The vehicle became unsafe to operate and could not accelerate properly.  In some cases it would no have it would feel like it was losing power…","quote_3_odi":"11647666","quote_3_text":"On Saturday, March 1, 2025, I took my 2021 Kia Forte LXS for a routine oil change. I had NO PRIOR issues, warning lights or anything with my vehicle. The oil change was performed. I then drove my vehicle less than 20 miles, the vehicle would then not accelerate and started to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-steering-lock-noise","label":"Steering column lock and rubbing noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11573666","quote_1_text":"The electric steering column motor has worn parts causing the steering wheel to make a rubbing noise. There is a TSB out for this problem but for cars only manufactured in certain plants. My car was not manufactured in one of the plants that generated the TSB but I have that…","quote_2_odi":"11607671","quote_2_text":"There is loud sound associated with the steering column! It has locked on me before and wouldn’t allow me to turn the vehicle. It has been to the dealership several times only for them to not be able to pinpoint the issue","quote_3_odi":"11653119","quote_3_text":"While driving, primarily on the highway, I have experienced a recurring issue with the power steering system. The steering assist appears to delay activation after periods of inactivity—such as when driving straight. When I attempt a small correction (even a movement as small as…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof sudden shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11520605","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a highway with no other cars near me and heard a loud noise (sounded like a gunshot). I pulled over and my sunroof had exploded. The glass was facing upwards not downwards. It appears it exploded from the inside not by a foreign object","quote_2_odi":"11575700","quote_2_text":"Driving down the highway and sunroof exploded. Sounded like a gun shot","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2021-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission slip and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11469144","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle started to decelerate while the RPM increased. The contact pulled over to the side and notice the vehicle smoking but there was no fire. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact towed the vehicle to a local…","quote_2_odi":"11643881","quote_2_text":"The transmission went out while driving, entering the highway.  It was intermittently missing a gear or slipping in about 2nd or 3rd gear.  I first noticed it going about 40 mph and trying to accelerate to highway speeds.  It was during a winter storm and other vehicles behind…","quote_3_odi":"11464701","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has issues where transmission actuator will stop functioning causing sudden loss of acceleration. Was doing 70 MPH in expressway and vehicle stopped accelerating. Issue has occurred two times, both times being serviced by Dealership, after receiving the vehicle back…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-ac-system-failure","label":"Air conditioning system failure and warranty disputes","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743761","quote_1_text":"The AC system failed completely. I brought the vehicle to an authorized Kia dealership for diagnosis and repair. The dealer recharged the refrigerant system, however the vehicle is still not cooling properly. The dealer has been unable to provide a confirmed diagnosis after…","quote_2_odi":"11442448","quote_2_text":"KIA FORTE 2022 AC condenser  we just bought a *New Black 2022 KIA FORTE FE/L on 09 Nov 2021 already having problems the AC stopped working so we took it to the KIA Dealership in Katy when it happens the parts dept. the supervisor says it has no Freon in it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-aebs-unintended-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11488159","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, the car slams on brakes in the middle of traffic, its like it has a mind of its own, I can back up and a car can be passing by all the way across the street and the car will beep and slam on brakes, sometimes while I'm driving and may not be close to a car","quote_2_odi":"11743567","quote_2_text":"At low and moderate speeds, engine intermittently and slightly stalls? A rapid alarm sounds and no signal lights up on dashboard. This is corrected by tapping on the gas.  This has been an ongoing issue since 2022.   The last date this occcured  6/5/2026 mileage  32149","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11558478","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy in a front/side impact crash.  Driver slid on ice and slush, went off the road and hit a tree.  The car is currently being evaluated by the service center and insurance company.   No sensors or warnings went off","quote_2_odi":"11549105","quote_2_text":"I believe that airbags/ airbag sensors have failed or malfunctioned and they are available for inspection. My safety as well as the safety of others was put at risk because the airbags should have deployed and they didn’t putting us further at risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-engine-seizure-oil","label":"Engine seizure, oil loss, and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11652165","quote_1_text":"In early 2025, I encountered a serious issue with my 2022 Kia Forte GT, a manual car with 76,000 miles and a 1.6L turbo Gamma engine. I took it for a routine oil change at a local non-Kia shop, but they refused, finding metal particles in the oil, suggesting engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11572089","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after driving and parking the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the oil pressure warning light illuminated. There was a puddle of oil near the vehicle. While driving 35–40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and shutoff. The vehicle was towed to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-headlight-illumination","label":"OEM headlight low-beam illumination distance","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11708975","quote_1_text":"The OEM projector halogen headlights on the 2022 Kia Forte provide insufficient illumination for safe nighttime operation. On unlit or poorly lit roads, the low-beam distance is inadequate to identify road hazards, pedestrians, or signage in time to react at standard posted…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-steering-instability","label":"Steering instability and alignment loss while driving","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11707638","quote_1_text":"I've been experiencing issues with steering loosening/tighting for over 1 1/2 years.21,000 miles since I first reported the issue 5/23/24.Within a few months of reporting the steering issue,I started having issues with my car not staying in alligment after a few hundred miles","quote_2_odi":"11704868","quote_2_text":"The front passenger-side lower control arm on my 2022 Kia Forte fractured completely without warning during normal driving conditions. There was no collision, curb strike, pothole impact, or accident. The fracture appears clean and brittle, not bent or deformed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2022-transmission-dual-clutch","label":"Dual-clutch transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11687426","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the vehicle failed to respond while the gear shifter was in reverse(R). There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was test-driven, and the dealer became aware that the transmission…","quote_2_odi":"11543508","quote_2_text":"Since April of 2023 I have been having issues with my cars stalling upon acceleration off and on, and the wipers occasionally getting stuck in the upright position especially during heavy rain periods, which makes it hard to see the roads clearly. I have reported these issues to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09-26 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718865","quote_1_text":"My son was in a car accident in my car January 1 at none of the Air bags went off. Not one there is a police report and I have pictures. Its a 2023 kia forte","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-engine-fire-underhood","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked or driving","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12-13 → 2026-03-24","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726670","quote_1_text":"His 2023 KIA Forte had been idle for at least 24 hours when the engine compartment caught fire. He became aware of this when the Fire Department knocked on his apartment door around 4:00 PM 12/26/25 and said they were evacuating the building because a car was on fire…","quote_2_odi":"11563850","quote_2_text":"The car caught fire on the highway. Per firemen there was a problem with the engine and fuel and it caught fire in under 3 minutes...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-forward-collision-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and AEB unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05-21 → 2026-03-30","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673182","quote_1_text":"The front radar FCA/SCC is misdetecting vehicles in other lanes and often slams on the brakes for no reason. Other times it lights on the dash and says the system (radar detection) is off or is blocked, when it clearly is not…","quote_2_odi":"11568625","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Kia Forte keeps automatically braking and coming to a complete stop when pulling out of a parking space. It does it in drive and in reverse. On January 4, 2024 I was pulling out of a parking spot on the road and when my front end was completely in the road the car came to a complete stop…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-front-lower-control-arm","label":"Front lower control arm fracture and suspension collapse","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05-29 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755764","quote_1_text":"The right front lower control arm has completely broken/fractured during operation. Kia has previously issued safety recalls SC283 (NHTSA 23V649) and SC306 (NHTSA 24V244) for this exact vehicle model year due to improperly manufactured right front lower control arms that can crack and fail…","quote_2_odi":"11585792","quote_2_text":"My brand new 2023 Kia Forte LXS (Koa the Kia)'s lower right control arm is completely broken, the rack & pinion inner tie rod end is bent, as well has damage to bottom coverage panel, right side rims scratches and scratched under bumper paint from collapse…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-lane-keep-assist-unintended-steering","label":"Lane keep assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05-21 → 2025-02-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538487","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed when the vehicle inadvertently merged to the right lane while the lane assist feature was active. The contact stated that lane assist feature failed to alert her that the vehicle had merged…","quote_2_odi":"11559953","quote_2_text":"My Lane keep assist in my 2023 Kia Forte GT Line does not function as intended. It frequently pulls me into the lane with oncoming traffic as well as the lanes next to me. I'm unable to pinpoint when, where or why but I do know it typically happen in one spot of my town…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-steering-pull-drift","label":"Steering pull and vehicle drift requiring correction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-05-08 → 2024-07-25","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584649","quote_1_text":"Car has steering issues. When driving on flat straight roads steering wheel will slightly tighten and start to pull to the right. This happens about 70% of the time. Resistance on the steering wheel is needed in order for the car not to drive off the road or into another vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11537674","quote_2_text":"Car has a steering/pull issue. Car will pull to the right when driving on a flat straight road. Steering wheel will tighten up and then the pull starts to occur. Resistance must be applied in order to keep the car on the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2023-transmission-powertrain-failure","label":"Transmission replacement and powertrain loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03-08 → 2025-09-29","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510745","quote_1_text":"I have had two transmission replacements within the first 6000 miles on the vehicle. And now the 3rd transmission is whining after only 600 miles.","quote_2_odi":"11690318","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Kia Forte. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. No warning lights were illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2024-gear-grinding","label":"Gear grinding and failure to engage gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11687028","quote_1_text":"Car has been in several times for repair clutch assembly clutch plate, flywheel transmission, and the problem continues with shifting it does not want to go into gear it grinds even with the clutch fully to the floor…","quote_2_odi":"11618351","quote_2_text":"There is grinding in the gears when pressing on the gas as well as down shifting and in reverse. The car will rev high and will not shift or down shift at the appropriate time and is stuck in gear.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2024-lane-assist-pull","label":"Lane assist steering pull into guardrail","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11583959","quote_1_text":"The lane assist stopped working properly and pulled me into the guardrail","quote_2_odi":"11684783","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Forte GT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH on an off-ramp and making a right turn, the lane assist feature had malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to steer and crash into the guard rail…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2024-power-loss-stalling","label":"Loss of power and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11731156","quote_1_text":"My car would not go when i gave it gas on a major highway with mu 3 children in the back seat. We almost got into a wreck.","quote_2_odi":"11691108","quote_2_text":"I purchased this brand new in 2024 and about 5 months ago it started to just loose power. It almost caused me to be hit several times and the car just won’t go it looses all power and you can press the gas and it won’t go but eventually will start going again…","quote_3_odi":"11688947","quote_3_text":"While the vehicle was approximately ten months old with approximately 11K miles, it was continuously not functioning properly and would not start/accelerate. My 2024 KIA Forte, which was purchased new from a KIA dealership, has continuously failed to function properly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte","model_slug":"forte","cluster_id":"forte-2024-voltage-airbag-faults","label":"Voltage malfunction and airbag fault codes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11722834","quote_1_text":"Exposed electric wires, airbag system failure codes, breaks non resistance in functional limitation of human safety. Voltage malfunction involves hazardous crash impact results","quote_2_odi":"11720535","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG SYSTEM UNIT, AIRBAG SENSOR, VOLTAGE CRONIC MALFUNCTIONING POWER SUPPLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/forte","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11441028","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a fatal accident involving my car that i struck a tree at 65mph and no airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11492108","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her grandson was driving at an undisclosed speed, he was involved in a hit-and-run accident and after the impact, the vehicle crashed into a tree. The contact stated that all of the air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11310562","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS WIFE THE DRIVER AND STATED THAT WHILE SHE WAS DRIVING TROUGH AN INTERSECTION A SECOND VEHICLE T- BONED THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF THE VEHICLE. DURING THE CRASH NO AIR BAGS IN THE VEHICLE DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11589621","quote_1_text":"My car was recalled and I took it in to KIA in June 2023 for brake line treatment to prevent deterioration/corrosion, May 2024 my brake lines now leak and car is not safe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11497166","quote_2_text":"I received a voluntary service campaign letter dated August 19, 2022. The letter was in regard to corrosion of the brake lines. I was driving when my brake lines ruptured","quote_3_odi":"11611124","quote_3_text":"In December 2023 the dashboard ABS, ESC and Brake Dashboard warning lights came on the car while driving. I checked for any ABS codes and noted a C2374 code","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11531960","quote_1_text":"Was driving and car lost power and shut off while in traffic car would not restart","quote_2_odi":"11616900","quote_2_text":"When driving slow speeds such as driving through a parking lot my car stalls the radio plays without interruption and would not know it stalls except for the oil pan light and unable to accelerate because the car stalled all the leads me to believe the engine is at fault","quote_3_odi":"10927327","quote_3_text":"MY CAR JUST CUT OFF WHEN I GOT TO THE LIGHT AND WOULDN'T START BACK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight and multifunction switch flicker","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11694440","quote_1_text":"Headlights shut off entirely multiple times when switching to high beams on dark road, almost causing an accident. Multi-function switch failing the exact way the Sorento switches are failing, confirmed by mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11483549","quote_2_text":"The headlights flicker off when the turn signal is applied and also sometimes on bumps in the road. This could be very dangerous because there are no headlights when they’re supposed to be on","quote_3_odi":"10872288","quote_3_text":"NOTICE MY LIGHTS WOULD GO ON & OFF ON DASH BOARD DURING G DAY TIMES THINKING CAR HAD DIMMING EFFECTS, THEN NOTICE WHEN THE CAR WAS OFF & LIGHTS SHOULD BE OFF THEY WOULD STAY ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11740160","quote_1_text":"The engine failure came without meaningful warning. While driving, I noticed an unusual noise and pulled over as quickly as safely possible. I checked the dash expecting some kind of indicator and found nothing. No check engine light, no oil pressure warning","quote_2_odi":"11597050","quote_2_text":"My engine is consuming oil. I brought it to Kia dealership to have it diagnost and piston rings are not working as they should. This will lead to engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11477245","quote_3_text":"2016 Kia Forte Had the oil changed ~15 miles ago and now there’s no oil in it. There’s no leaks either. Mechanic said that the car is just using it up and exhausting it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-rod-knock-failure","label":"Engine knocking noise preceding failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11515709","quote_1_text":"Engine failed due to rod knock at 127,000 miles, this is a known defect with the car. Kia is refusing to replace the engine even though they know they are designed poorly and fail","quote_2_odi":"11529029","quote_2_text":"My mechanic found metallic shards in the oil and was also just as confused as we were. He said that it's possible that the connecting rods under the engine have been worn out","quote_3_odi":"11668553","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2016 Kia Forte with my [XXX] daughter in the car, the engine began making loud knocking noises and quickly deteriorated until it became unsafe and undriveable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Forte Koup","model_slug":"forte-koup","cluster_id":"2016-kia-forte-koup-throttle-hesitation","label":"Delayed throttle response followed by acceleration surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10876374","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CAR AT REGULAR SPEEDS, THE CAR SUDDENLY LOSES ACCELERATION AND EVEN IF I HIT THE GAS PEDAL, NOTHING HAPPENS FOR 2-3 SECONDS AND AFTER 2-3 SECONDS, THE GAS PEDAL STARTS TO RESPOND","quote_2_odi":"10899658","quote_2_text":"FROM DAY ONE THAT I GOT MY CAR I NOTICED THAT THERE IS A HESITATION WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, YOU CAN PUSH THE GAS PEDAL AND NOTHING HAPPENS UNTIL YOU ADVANCE THE PEDAL FURTHER AND THEN IT WANTS TO TAKE OFF LIKE YOU PUSHED IT TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10906732","quote_3_text":"WHEN YOU PUSH GAS FEED IT HESITATES THEN YOU PUSH A LITTLE MORE IT GOES TO FAST. DRIVING IN TOWN TRAFFIC IS A PROBLEM YOU PUSH GAS FEED A LITTLE IT DOESN'T WANT TO GO GIVE A LITTLE MORE GAS AND IT GOES TO FAST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/forte-koup","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and side crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11738950","quote_1_text":"Vehicle's forward collision warnings did not sound. Airbags did not deploy. Vehicle in front end collision at 40mph","quote_2_odi":"11733814","quote_2_text":"I was hit on the driver side of the car infront of the driver door side of the hood and it took out my wheel and the car is totaled with how hard the hit was made my car bounce but the air bags never deployed and the fireman and the police officer said with as hard as I was hit…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-cruise-control-unintended-accel","label":"Cruise control unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11688136","quote_1_text":"THIS SAME INCIDENT HAD HAPPENED 6 TIMES PRIOR TO MY BEING ABLE TO TAKE A PICTURE OF MY DASHBOARD. THE CRUISE CONTROL CHANGES ON ITS OWN TO 90 OR 110 MPH AND THE ACCELERATION BEGINS ON ITS OWN VERY AGGRESIVELY. IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE SPEED LIMIT AS YOU WILL SEE ON THE…","quote_2_odi":"11737989","quote_2_text":"To whom this may concern, I was using my cruise control on my way to work. I usually set it to 80 because police are okay with that speed on I-75. I braked before my automatic brakes hit after I got cut off. I pressed resume in the cruise control and it accelerated pretty…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748745","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia K4. The contact stated while driving at 40 MPH on several occasions, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to restart but would immediately stall again, requiring the driver to wait approximately 10 minutes before the vehicle could be…","quote_2_odi":"11748312","quote_2_text":"The car completely cut off while driving on the highway going 65 mph. This isn’t the first time it has turned off while driving. I had to pull over and put the car in park before it would turn back on. The error says Accessory Mode. I have taken the vehicle to Kia Dealership in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-instrument-infotainment-shutoff","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment screen shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11715310","quote_1_text":"The digital instrument panel (including infotainment screen) has occasionally turned off and back on. An article showed Kia and Hyundai were going to have a recall at the end of March for this problem, but noted only 2025 K4 vehicles built after Aug 4, 2025 were involved, while…","quote_2_odi":"11703067","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2025 Kia K4. The contact stated that there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the dashboard. Additionally, the contact stated that while his daughter was driving to the dealer, the speedometer displayed 70 MPH; however, the driver was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-lane-keep-steering-interference","label":"Lane keep assist steering interference","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11739853","quote_1_text":"The warnings on the car all failed and I was lead off the road while going on a roundabout. This has trigged my car to completely lose all control and even though I was attentive to my steering wheel I still didn’t stop the car from leading me to that curb and off road onto…","quote_2_odi":"11689961","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway in the left lane on a two-lane highway, the lane departure and steer ahead feature incorrectly adjusted steering and pulled vehicle into the right lane. Is incorrect adjustment due to lane departure has happened numerous times. Each time this…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-transmission-hesitation-slippage","label":"Transmission hesitation and slippage during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11746968","quote_1_text":"Transmission slippage, rpms rev higher then mph, hesitates at red lights and stop signs","quote_2_odi":"11683919","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure 4 times since purchasing it new in December 2024 I was almost killed multiple times on the highway because car won’t accelerate. Car is jumping when driving and choking Air conditioning shuts off while driving Car gets stuck in park and nothing will work","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K4","model_slug":"k4","cluster_id":"k4-2025-windshield-popping-cracking","label":"Windshield popping and cracking noise","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11689913","quote_1_text":"KIA K4 WITH 500 MILES ON IT. EXPERIENCED POPPING NOISE FROM THE WINDSHIELD AS IF A STONE HIT THE WINDSHIELD WHEN CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION. SEEMS TO HAPPEN WHEN THE AC IS ON AND THE SUN IS HITTING THE WINDSHIELD. I HAVE AT LEAST 8 SMALL CHIPS IN THE WINDSHIELD AS A RESULT. I HAVE…","quote_2_odi":"11684281","quote_2_text":"There is a defect with the WINDSHIELD glass. The windshield glass gives off an audible \"SNAP\" or \"POP\" noise when the inside of the windshield glass experiences a stress crack. This is not a crack that can be felt from the inside, or the outside. It is actually inside the glass…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11557151","quote_1_text":"While on her way from work, my mother was involved in an accident in her 2021 Kia K5 LXS where she was rear ended at a high speed by a driver not paying attention to the road and she ended up hitting the car in front of her. During the accident NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEVELOPED","quote_2_odi":"11504460","quote_2_text":"I was rearended into another vehicle at a speed of about 50mph, then rearended again by and SUV, not one of my 9 airbags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11399278","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING 45 MPH IN MY 2021 K5 GT LINE WHEN AN OLDER TOYOTA CAMRY CROSSED MY PATH. I APPLIED BRAKES BUT THERE WAS NO AVOIDING THE COLLISION. I BROADSIDED THE CAMRY AT SOMEWHERE BETWEEN 30 AND 35 MPH. I SUSTAINED INJURIES TO BOTH KNEES, NECK AND BACK. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-brake-rotor-warping","label":"Premature brake rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11550888","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2021 Kia K5 GT (2.5L-T), mechanically identical to Hyundai Sonata N-Line (2.5L-T). My car has 24000 miles on it and I have replaced the rotors on my car five times now due to premature warping. KIA OEM rotors, R1 Concepts, Brakenetic Rotors, all have warped","quote_2_odi":"11602951","quote_2_text":"Rotors warp after only a few months. I’ve replaced them multiple times since I got my vehicle 2 1/2yrs ago. Steering wheel will shake really bad while braking and that’s how I know I need new rotors again. Many people with this year/make/model have had the same issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-fuel-tank-expansion-recall","label":"Fuel tank expansion, leaking, and fire risk","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11711403","quote_1_text":"While driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud explosion coming from the rear of the vehicle, and there was a dragging sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear seat raised up into the air with children seated in the seat. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11720940","quote_2_text":"while driving 65-70 MPH, the fuel gauge displayed zero miles to empty. The contact pulled into the nearest gas station, and while attempting to add fuel to the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was fuel leaking out of the fuel tank outlet, and the gas pump nozzle was…","quote_3_odi":"11675207","quote_3_text":"My fuel tank expanded while I was driving on the highway, causing my car to stall and would not respond to me pushing on the gas. I pulled over on the side of the highway and looked back and saw my rear seats were pushed up. Got it towed to the Kia dealership and they informed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-hvac-blower-fuse-melt","label":"HVAC blower motor fuse and wiring harness melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11601796","quote_1_text":"The fuse pin melted into the wire harness. Kia is not recognizing this as a safety issue although they acknowledge that the melting pin could cause a fire","quote_2_odi":"11603609","quote_2_text":"AC stopped blowing, vehicle had 62k miles. Took to an autoshop and they indicated that the AC blower and resistor needed to be replaced. I have both of these replaced, the AC work for a few minutes and then stopped again. I took it back to the same shop and the mechanic…","quote_3_odi":"11597863","quote_3_text":"main body wiring harness grounding problem ... hvac blower motor works only some times at dealeship they found fuse melted at fuse block they want customers to pay for a new wire harness when is obvious a factory defect this can cause a fire or an accident if anything else fails…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737928","quote_1_text":"My sunroof glass spontaneously shattered causing glass to be everywhere inside my car while I was driving. It scared me and now my car is undrivable until the glass is repaired. I see many thread online of other Kia K5 owners have experienced the same issue. My initial thought…","quote_2_odi":"11674500","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway when I heard a loud explosion like a gunshot that caused me to slow down and almost getting into an accident. It was scary; I came to a stop and realized that my sunroof had exploded. There is a large hole in my sunroof bigger than a watermelon…","quote_3_odi":"11423530","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving. Only had the car 2 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2021-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission shift failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11488885","quote_1_text":"Car has completely lost power during normal driving. Transmission failure. Loss of Motive power. It is available for inspection upon request  2. Car lost all motive power while on the highway, car had to coast to a stop. This was very dangerous.  3. Car was taken to the Kia…","quote_2_odi":"11663031","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH, while the transmission was shifting gear, the vehicle started sputtering and jerking. The contact stated that the failure occurred while shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear, and from 2nd gear to 3rd gear. There were no…","quote_3_odi":"11693378","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 15-20 MPH, the engine revved and the gears in the transmission unexpectedly failed. In addition, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning lights were…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-adas-limp-mode","label":"ADAS warning lights with engine limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11647878","quote_1_text":"These warnings light up at the same time the dash for Electronic stability system, electronic parking brake, forward collision system, Auto hold and engine light, saying \"check forward collision system, check blind spot detection, check smart cruise control system\", and the…","quote_2_odi":"11711976","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Kia k5 has gone into limp mode multiple times now while I am driving in addition to when it starts up. Check engine light, AUTOHOLD, EPB, traction control, etc. all aluminate on my dashboard. Car drives very rough and doesn’t want to accelerate or shift. Huge safety…","quote_3_odi":"11548114","quote_3_text":"On August 23rd my car slowed down while on the highway and completely came to a stop and wouldn’t drive while pressing the gas. At this time the forward safety system, EPB, Auto Hold, caution and traction control lights were on. I had to get the car towed to the dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498765","quote_1_text":"While driving at 40 mph a vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign and pulled out into my lane causing me to struck the front driver’s side of the vehicle. The airbags deployed  in the truck that failed to stop but the airbags in my car failed to deploy resulting in several…","quote_2_odi":"11626499","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving stopped at a stop sign, another vehicle traveling at approximately 30 MPH collided with the driver's side door. The air bags did not deployed, resulting in the contacts wife wife sustaining injuries he attributed to the failure","quote_3_odi":"11512391","quote_3_text":"I had a single vehicle collision and ran into a ditch, none of my airbags deployed and I had a sternal fracture from hitting my chest so hard on the steering wheel. My vehicle was totaled as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-brake-rotor-warp","label":"Brake rotor warping at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648432","quote_1_text":"Brake Rotors from factory warp very early, noticable in under 30k miles.  Warped rotors makes braking harsh, makes the brakes not work as well ans steering wheel jolt when braking making it dangerous.  Was diagnosed by myself and other K5 drivers who took their cars to…","quote_2_odi":"11527140","quote_2_text":"The back rotors (part #:58411L0000) needed to be replaced due to warping which caused the vehicle to rapidly shake at high speeds and when slowing down. I tried contacting the dealership in regards to getting my old rotors or a manufacturer name and number and they were unable…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-fuel-tank-expansion","label":"Fuel tank expansion and rear seat lifting","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682972","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 43 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormally loud booming sound. The contact's daughter, who was occupying a rear seat, screamed out because the rear seats had suddenly risen. The contact pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the…","quote_2_odi":"11667044","quote_2_text":"While driving home recently with my young stepson securely seated in his car seat and my fiancé in the passenger seat, we suddenly heard a terrifying loud bang. Immediately following the explosion, my stepson cried out in pain. At the time, the windows were up and the air…","quote_3_odi":"11700548","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Kia K5 EX has a serious fuel-system safety defect involving fuel tank expansion, which caused rear seat pan deformation and rear seat strap deformation. Kia America’s engineering review confirmed this in their findings.  The fuel tank expansion caused the rear seat to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-headlight-dark-spot","label":"Headlight low-beam triangular dark zone","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11441503","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle at night with the headlights on, the low-beam headlights projected a dark triangular non-illuminated section inside the light field causing a visibility hazard to the driver. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who…","quote_2_odi":"11434740","quote_2_text":"The car has LED projector headlights. On the drivers side headlight it casts a \"V\" shaped void onto the opposite side of the road, presumably to prevent the bright light from hitting oncoming drivers. However, when going around a left curve this void is directly in front of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-hvac-fuse-melt","label":"HVAC fuse box overheating and melting","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608130","quote_1_text":"My problem started with what I thought was a AC problem. My car was still in warranty. (Under 60,000 miles). They change the blower motor. After it was fixed the next day my AC went out again. I have taken my car in 4 times about the same problem. Just for them to tell me it’s a…","quote_2_odi":"11683515","quote_2_text":"Kia dealership has confirmed that the components of the vehicle's multi-fuse (located under the hood) for the AC/HVAC system have started to burn and are melting part of the fuse panel due to excessive current draw and excessive heat.   Due to this, the vehicle's HVAC (both heat…","quote_3_odi":"11604476","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 35 MPH, the A/C unit occasionally shut off, and failed to return to normal operation several minutes later. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"k5-2022-steering-failure","label":"Power steering stiffness and loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11606739","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the daughter was driving at 65 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The driver lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a ravine. No warning lights illuminated. The driver sustained arm injuries due to the air bag deployment","quote_2_odi":"11630725","quote_2_text":"2022 Kia K5 GT Line steering wheel is getting stuck when driving over 20mph. It is hard to keep the wheel in a straight line when driving. The steering wheel becomes sticky and will veer to another lane. You have to apply pressure to bring the car back to center which is a…","quote_3_odi":"11648431","quote_3_text":"Power Steering Motor Failed in under 50,000 miles   - Failure of steering motor can make it hard to steer, steering wheel slightly shakes too  - Turning the wheel you hear a high pitched rattling / squeak noise  - Inspected and reproduced by Dealership / Manufacturer and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11650047","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a head on collision, all of my safety warning notified me but my airbags NEVER deployed. This is a serious safety hazard especially with many problems being reported with airbag deployment. The adjuster and collision center both stated at the rate of speed from…","quote_2_odi":"11526279","quote_2_text":"I was involved in a traffic accident on May 29 2023. I was hit on the passenger side sustaining $18,000 in damages. My side air bag never went off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-brake-failure-wear","label":"Brake pedal failure and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11749430","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding my 2023 Kia K5 and the unacceptable experience I have had following a dangerous brake system failure. On Wednesday June 24th, while driving on Route 22 in New Jersey, my vehicle's brakes suddenly became extremely hard, making…","quote_2_odi":"11574573","quote_2_text":"2023 Kia K5 GT, 8300 miles. Took car for 1st oil change and dealer said front brake pads and rotors need replaced. $800. The car is driven to school and home. How is this possible? Brakes should not be worn out this fast! Does this mean every oil change appointment will be $800…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-fuel-tank-expansion","label":"Fuel tank expansion and swelling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11591023","quote_1_text":"Gas tank expanded and bent the undercarriage up so much it blew off the fuel pump cover and pushed up the back seat.","quote_2_odi":"11722642","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Kia K5 experienced a fuel system issue related to Recall SC288 (Fuel Tank Inspection & ECM Update). The vehicle displayed a check engine light and could not accept fuel while refueling. The vehicle was taken to a Kia dealership on May 21, 2025 where the recall inspection…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous panoramic sunroof glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11673808","quote_1_text":"Component or System: Front sunroof glass – panoramic sunroof system The sunroof has been removed but I could provide pictures What happened: While my vehicle was parked, the front sunroof glass panel spontaneously exploded outward, sending shattered glass fragments upward and…","quote_2_odi":"11530243","quote_2_text":"Was driving on the highway at roughly about 70 MPH and all of a sudden heard a big explosion and found out my sunroof blew open with glass all over the back seat and inside of my car. Luckily no one was in the back seat, if there was, they would have been injured very badly.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Factory tire sidewall and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11536749","quote_1_text":"Tire: Pirelli P Zero All Season M+S (235/45/18) Tire experienced a catastrophic failure while driving entire tire came a loose from rim leaving the car incapacitated and unable to maintain control. Luckily it was a rear tire which allowed partial control until able to safely…","quote_2_odi":"11514393","quote_2_text":"Factory-installed tire on brand new KIA K-5 suffered catastrophic sidewall failure without contact with any foreign object after tire and vehicle was driven 151 total miles since new. Tire is Pirelli UPR18-235 PZERO All Season. ( R57-119, 029974 S2 WRZ (E4), (E3) 022958)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission hesitation and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11664652","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Kia K5 GT (VIN: [XXX]) is experiencing a dangerous complete power loss at highway speeds. I was driving at the speed limit on [XXX] when the vehicle lost propulsion, entered limp-home mode, and illuminated every warning lamp. This has happened six times since purchase…","quote_2_odi":"11609954","quote_2_text":"Transmission is itself in neutral while driving. Resulting in irratic RPMs, hesitating acceleration and rough transition to gears. Took care into dealership service department. They seemed that I would need a transmission replacement. Kia approved the request. Still waiting on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2023-trim-panel-detachment","label":"Exterior trim and panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11712498","quote_1_text":"Front driver side bottom bumper has unclipped randomly. I’ve spoken to a group with other 2023 Kia K5 GT-Line owners and at minimum 30 others have had the same exact clip from the bumper randomly detach. This could cause a hazard for other drivers if the bumper were to detach…","quote_2_odi":"11651047","quote_2_text":"The back chrome cover around the rear windshield all 3 pieces are coming loose and I had the one on my passenger side fly off while I was going down the highway and the piece almost hit the truck behind me thankfully traffic wasn’t to bad on the highway so he was able to hit his…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-brake-pad-rotor-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11732881","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a documented and unresolved brake system safety issue on my 2024 Kia K5 involving repeated premature brake pad wear and rotor damage. The vehicle has required three full brake pad and rotor replacements by approximately 40,000 miles, with each set lasting less…","quote_2_odi":"11639863","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was manufactured with bad rotors, which make it difficult to slow down when driving at high speeds on the highway. The vehicle’s steering wheel and the vehicle itself shakes violently when trying to slow down","quote_3_odi":"11570035","quote_3_text":"Break caliper and brake rotors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-engine-metal-debris","label":"Engine oil loss with metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11684264","quote_1_text":"At 2500 miles when checking my oil I discovered flakes of metal on the dipstick. I immediately changed the oil and in doing so found a massive amounts of metal in the filter housing","quote_2_odi":"11604603","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the expressway and the engine made a noise and I lost power. I was in the left lane of the expressway. I did not have any warning lights or signs or symptoms prior to this incident. No oil ever leaked prior to this incident. When it occurred, oil was pouring out…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-exterior-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior chrome and body trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737996","quote_1_text":"chrome pillars came off on highway. the recall was sent in mail but upon visitation to kia for a different recall, I mentioned pillars and they did not have part to repair and there was a wait for part on their end is what they said","quote_2_odi":"11696397","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia K5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V493000 (STRUCTURE). The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an oil change, the contact was informed by one of the service employees that the rear window trim on…","quote_3_odi":"11570396","quote_3_text":"Per SA552 for earlier models, the rear trunk lid trim has become detached due to insufficient lamination. Please extend to later models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-fuel-tank-recall","label":"Fuel tank expansion under recall 25V794000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737995","quote_1_text":"The fuel tank expanded, the car was spitting out gas from where you are supposed to insert gas nozzle. my fuel tank expanded so bad from pressure my vehicle sensors malfunctioned my car did not tell me something was wrong, I heard a pop and my car was telling me I had no gas…","quote_2_odi":"11707714","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia K5. The contact received the recall notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V794000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact was concerned that the vehicle might catch fire while driving. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the parts to do the…","quote_3_odi":"11715086","quote_3_text":"On 10/20/25 as a rideshare driver one of my riders told me that the right side back seat was lifting. I could not believe what the rider was telling me until one of my family members told me the same thing. I immediately for safety reasons parked the car and started searching…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment and radio head unit failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750099","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Kia K5's infotainment screen went completely pitch black, disabling the backup camera now creating an active safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11749173","quote_2_text":"I am contacting Kia America Consumer Affairs to formally request a Goodwill Warranty Exception for the total failure of the factory infotainment and radio system in my 2024 Kia K5 LXS. The unit has completely lost Bluetooth and Apple CarPlay functionality","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2024-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Sudden loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11603023","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was…","quote_2_odi":"11582181","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia K5. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights…","quote_3_odi":"11705549","quote_3_text":"On three occasions, my car cutoff on me. Once on the highway at 60+ mph. The dash would go out, then all indicator icons popped on. I've been to the dealer twice & now a third time. They found nothing. AAA diagnosed low alternator once","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2025-dash-headlight-power-loss","label":"Momentary dash and headlight power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11730198","quote_1_text":"While driving the entire car goes black kind of like you just turned it off. It has only happened at night time. The dash screen completely turns off and the headlights will go off","quote_2_odi":"11710809","quote_2_text":"While driving in the dark this morning with my eight year old in the backseat, my headlights shut off, my entire dash including my speedometer, warning lights, radio, heat, heated seat and steering wheel, lost electricity","quote_3_odi":"11705522","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced a brief electrical failure affecting multiple systems simultaneously: exterior headlights, infotainment system, and dashboard indicators (seatbelt warning). All components recovered automatically within approximately 0.5–1 second","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2025-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation and braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11752288","quote_1_text":"There were no cars around me, but the collision warning said crash, the sounds came on, and my brakes went into effect. I pulled off the road, and now I am terrified to drive my car","quote_2_odi":"11729846","quote_2_text":"While driving on the interstate at 70 miles an hour on cruise, I turned off cruise control in order to take control of my vehicle in order to change lanes and my car immediately took back the control and accelerated and then abruptly hit brakes at 70 miles an hour","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2025-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11707437","quote_1_text":"While I was driving, the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered without any impact. I did not hear or see any object hit the glass","quote_2_odi":"11691728","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving 65 MPH, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the top of the vehicle. The contact stated that the sunroof had exploded, and the glass had shattered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2025-tire-sidewall-bubble-blowout","label":"OEM Pirelli tire sidewall bubble and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747116","quote_1_text":"While my 2025 Kia K5 was parked in the driveway, the front driver-side original-equipment Pirelli P Zero All Season tire suddenly blew out. I had just parked and walked inside when we heard a loud pop","quote_2_odi":"11719809","quote_2_text":"Within 1 month of purchasing this vehicle (new), the front passenger tire developed a bubble in the sidewall. We had to argue with the dealership to get it replaced. It had less than 200 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11672317","quote_3_text":"Three of the four tires, rated for 30k miles, have failed. There are 11,400 miles on the tires. Back passenger tire blew out and went immediately and audibly flat. Dealer stated this is a known issue with this brand of tire on the Kia K5","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K5","model_slug":"k5","cluster_id":"kia-k5-2025-transmission-hard-shift-cold","label":"Hard transmission shift on first drive after sitting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737766","quote_1_text":"There is a hard shift after the car has been parked. Bought the car with 6 miles on it, now has 35,000. This issue is not new, we have had it into 2 different dealerships, and neither \"were able to duplicate the issue\"","quote_2_odi":"11684946","quote_2_text":"Transmission has extremely hard shifting if vehicle sits for more than 24 hours. After the vehicle is parked, inside garage, or outside, the first drive of the day has an extremely hard shift of the transmission on the first shifting of the day","quote_3_odi":"11691491","quote_3_text":"The K5 - as soon as I began driving it at 0 miles, I noticed it shifted at lower speeds extremely hard. Head-jerking hard during the first drive of each day at speeds below 25mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/k5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Service brakes recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11584680","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11581097","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the ABS and the check engine warning lights were","quote_3_odi":"11561340","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-dash-leather-airbag-delam","label":"Dashboard leather delamination over passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11500196","quote_1_text":"Dear Sir or Madam I am writing to inform you of a defective issue with my 2015 KIA K900. The top dash from driver to passenger side has warped and pull back tremendously. It is my concern and safety that this will create a problem for the airbags and interfere with the airbag","quote_2_odi":"11479398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated the leather dashboard was separating from the passenger side air bag deployment section. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact noticed the failure when the vehicle was returned from the dealer, for the engine","quote_3_odi":"11480038","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated that he noticed peeling and bubbling above the passenger’s side of the air bag housing. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-engine-stall-elec-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11541983","quote_1_text":"Traveling at 35 MPH on local street --- Engine stalled without warning --- Steered to side of road --- Electric steering continued to offer assist until brought to stop --- Many amber warning lights --- Msg center instructed to shift to park and turn off ignition --- Vehicle set","quote_2_odi":"10851209","quote_2_text":"IN DECEMBER, 2015, MY 6 MONTH OLD 2015 KIA K900 WITH NO MORE THAN 8,000 MILES REFUSED TO START. TWO AND HALF HOURS LATER, WITH TWO TOW TRUCKS ON THE SCENE, AIDED BY KIA ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE, THE CAR FINALLY RE-STARTED. LESS THAN A MONTH LATER ON SUNDAY, JANUARY 3RD, 2016 I LEFT","quote_3_odi":"11460364","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has lost electrical power at highway speeds and while idling at stop lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-headlamp-aim-leveling","label":"Headlamp aiming and leveling motor failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11344304","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA K900. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMPS WERE NOT ADEQUATELY ILLUMINATING THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER OBSERVING THE VEHICLE, THEY NOTICED THAT THE HEADLAMPS WERE FACING DOWNWARDS. THE","quote_2_odi":"10906375","quote_2_text":"AT SEPARATE TIMES, BOTH \"ADAPTIVE\" HEADLAMPS HAVE FAILED. AT SEPARATE TIMES, BOTH HEADLAMPS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS COULD BE A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM WITH THIS MAKE AND MODEL. WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURS, THE HEADLAMPS WILL BE POINTING IN OPPOSITE, AND AT LEAST HALF THE TIME, WRONG","quote_3_odi":"11082681","quote_3_text":"THE LED PROGRESSIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM ON THIS VEHICLE SHINE ONLY 10 TO 12 FEET IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THIS MAKES DRIVING DANGEROUS AT NIGHT. IT HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES FOR THIS SAME ISSUE. THEY ADJUST BUT IT NEVER GETS ANY BETTER. MY WIFE IS NOW AFRAID TO DRIVE THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-headlight-flicker-shutoff","label":"Headlight flickering and unexpected shutoff","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11753948","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights and taillights were flickering or turning off unexpectedly. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V210000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the","quote_2_odi":"11548206","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia K900. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver’s and passenger side headlights intermittently flickered then turned off and turned on. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A","quote_3_odi":"10747835","quote_3_text":"LIGHTS WENT OUT ALL OVER CAR AROUND 11:30 PM CAME BACK ON BLINKING,SCREEN GOES OUT,SOMETHING WRONG WITH RIGHT FRONT TIRE FEEL VIBRATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"K900","model_slug":"k900","cluster_id":"kia-k900-2015-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel and wheel vibration while driving","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11590902","quote_1_text":"Dealer sold me a car with two front rims that are dented causing steering complications. The steering wheel shakes and pulls to the right, there is a whine noice coming from the column","quote_2_odi":"10896676","quote_2_text":"WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP OR A UNEVEN SURFACE THE CAR JUST DON'T LIKE IT,IN FACT THE CAR EVEN MOVE THE STEERING WELL ONE SIDE TO ANOTHER WITH A SHAKING FILING TEETH FEELS LIKE THE WEELLS ARE LOOSE OR SOMETHING,AT THE SAME TIME THE STEERING WELL MOVE GIVING YOU A FEELING THAT YOU MAY","quote_3_odi":"11072500","quote_3_text":"WHEN NEW, THE CAR VIBRATED AT HIGHER SPEEDS (60+) AND THE DEALER REPLACED 3 OF THE FOUR NEW HANKOOK TIRES BECAUSE THEY WERE DEFECTIVE AT ABOUT 1,500 MILES ON THE CAR ODOMETER. AT ABOUT 22,000 MILES, THE CAR STARTED VIBRATING AGAIN. ABOUT 2 WEEKS LATER, I TOOK THE CAR OVER TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/k900","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2022-12v-battery-drain-electrical","label":"12V battery drain and electrical system shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11685917","quote_1_text":"When I got to work one day I turned off my vehicle and went about my regular day until I went to go home and my car was dead. The entire electrical system wasn’t working. No lights on the dashboard or in the vehicle when I opened the door","quote_2_odi":"11666923","quote_2_text":"express my concern regarding a persistent and unresolved defect in the 12-volt battery of my 2022 Kia Niro, which I purchased from Hanlees Kia in 2022.  In 2023, I brought my vehicle back to Hanlees Kia due to the battery dying prematurely","quote_3_odi":"11699174","quote_3_text":"Within a month (Nov 2024), the electrical system would die overnight and we would require a jump start. This seemed to align with colder temperatures. After the first or second jump start, a headlight blew out. We replaced it. Then a tail light blew out and we replaced that one…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2022-brake-failure-acceleration","label":"Brake pedal loss with unintended acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11663050","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the Hybrid Engine alarm activated and illuminated. The contact parked the vehicle for a few hours, and when restarting the vehicle, the alarm was no longer displayed. The contact continued to drive at approximately 5 mph. When pressing the brake pedal to…","quote_2_odi":"11462521","quote_2_text":"Just over 2 weeks after purchase of new Kia Niro the brakes failed completely.  The regenerative brake light appeared in red along with the ABS light and several others.  I was driving in a major highway and had no pressure in the brake pedal, leaving me completely unable to…","quote_3_odi":"11688712","quote_3_text":"I was turning into a parking spot when my brakes suddenly felt loose, as if they had lost hydraulic pressure, and my vehicle accelerated into a wall. I had my vehicle serviced 3 weeks ago, and my brakes were fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2022-brake-light-warning-intermittent","label":"Intermittent brake light warning and bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703967","quote_1_text":"I have received a \"Check Brake Light\" warning several times now, even after replacing the bulbs. I have replaced them twice now in the past 6 months and the issue persists. I believe it to be a faulty sensor or something similar. Yes, it is available to inspect upon request","quote_2_odi":"11531915","quote_2_text":"Car keeps notifying me of an issue with my left break lights, it has been inspected twice to which both times, Kia services said it just needed a new light but yet this problem keeps happening. Nothing pops up on diagnostics and there are no recalls, this is a brand new car less…","quote_3_odi":"11590360","quote_3_text":"My right brake light keeps going out and it was “fix” before my the Kia dealership and they said it was just a lose harness but months later it has happened again, the warning light constantly comes on and the power to the light is intermittent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2022-recall-23v534-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V534 parts unavailability and repair delays","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11561195","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V534000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11558404","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Niro. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check engine and Hybrid System…","quote_3_odi":"11626261","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has been submitted for repair under recall RCRIT-23V534-0846. DTC P17ED - Engine clutch system EOL fault, is set and has never gone away. Initially the dealership did the recall in the spring of 2024. It was taken to the dealership after an accident and returned with the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-adas-phantom-braking-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ADAS malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11549802","quote_1_text":"Five times in my 2023 Kia Niro HEV within one block the dashboard began to flash red, beeping sounds were emitted, and then the brakes slammed rapidly bringing the car to a stop. My attempts to accelerate were futile until the car let me accelerate about 5 -10 seconds later","quote_2_odi":"11597684","quote_2_text":"After 9 months (5,700 miles), my car started having problems (Forward Collision Warning, random loss of power steering).   My car had to be towed twice to a KIA dealership, where I was told nothing was wrong with my car","quote_3_odi":"11687304","quote_3_text":"Driving VA Interstate 64.  Traveling right side travel lane approximately 70 mph. Had ADAS engaged.  Car entering highway, moved to center travel lane to pass.  As I approached entering highway car, suddenly, my car stalled, engine off and I was stopped in center travel lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-airbag-seatbelt-recall-sc332","label":"Airbag and seat belt wiring recall SC332 repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715328","quote_1_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding my 2023 Kia Niro and Safety Recall SC332. The recall involves a damaged floor wiring assembly that may prevent proper airbag and seat belt deployment, creating a serious safety risk.  I scheduled and brought my vehicle to Cowboy Kia","quote_2_odi":"11655598","quote_2_text":"I received a recall notice SC332 several weeks ago.  In February I visited ALM Kia in Perry, GA.  The sercice advisor ordered parts,  I have checked with ALM Kia several  times and they keep telling me the parts have not arrived.  This is a serious safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11570832","quote_3_text":"My dashboard screen has turned off completely 3 different times in the 14 months I have had the vehicle. It is normally off for several days at a time. When it is off, I have no access to my speed, gas, or any other controls shown on that display.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-hybrid-system-stall-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system stall and sudden loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550666","quote_1_text":"I was 3 1/2 weeks into a four year lease driving this brand new car and it stopped completely in the middle of the road flashing a HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE warning. I nearly died. It would not move nor turn off. Had to be in the shop for 2 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11684015","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions, the car has flashed an error on the dash stating there was a problem with the hybrid system. It immediately slows down without time to merge over causing extreme danger on a busy highway several cars swerved to miss the Kia","quote_3_odi":"11514541","quote_3_text":"While slowing down (without bringing it to a full stop) to make a left turn, car dies, losses all propulsion power just coasts. First it happened intermittently than more often. First it happened in low speed later even with highway speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-infotainment-connectivity-distraction","label":"Infotainment touchscreen and USB connectivity interruptions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560522","quote_1_text":"The car has an issue where the Apple CarPlay system randomly disconnects.  I have brought this to the dealership multiple times and they have not been able to fix it.  This is a safety hazard because each time the system disconnects and then reconnects, the driver needs to…","quote_2_odi":"11702025","quote_2_text":"USB connectivity is intermittent.  This involves using the USB A connection in the center console as a port for stored media (music files) on a USB drive and Android Auto.  The connection will connect and disconnect randomly regardless of the car being stationary or moving","quote_3_odi":"11535500","quote_3_text":"AC and/or heat started coming on randomly, would not turn off, all touchscreen buttons illuminating as if pressed. Dealership found crack in screen. No knowledge or memory of any impact to cause damage. Dealership refused warranty coverage. Controls unusable and screen is glass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-powertrain-clunk-jolt-shifting","label":"Powertrain clunking, jolting, and gear shift hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633950","quote_1_text":"Each time I don't drive for a few days and start driving again, the car jerks/jolts as it's shifting gears (both when I'm accelerating and decelerating). The sudden jolts is dangerous as I'm gauging cars ahead and behind me as I'm driving","quote_2_odi":"11700222","quote_2_text":"My car has clunking noises coming from the front left suspension, they occur more often and getting louder. After doing some research online, I found that the symptoms are similar to the NHTSA recall number 24V-057. Unfortunately, the NHTSA recall didn't include Niro plug-in…","quote_3_odi":"11697775","quote_3_text":"When I turn the shifter to drive and let my foot off the brake, with auto-hold on, the will still roll backwards, even on flat ground, and not respond to me pushing the gas pedal. I have to put the vehicle back into park, and try again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-service-brake-parking-brake","label":"Service brake and parking brake response issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11637344","quote_1_text":"On Oct 4, 2024, a driver rolled into my car on an incline. While waiting for the police, I looked inside my car and thought the engine was still on. (Flashers). I turned the power button and the car began to roll backwards. I jumped in and tried the break. Pedal went all…","quote_2_odi":"11710359","quote_2_text":"When attempting to activate the parking brake there is no response from the vehicle. No matter how many times in attempting to activate the parking brake it would not activate. The only way to successfully activate the parking brake was if \"auto hold\" was on","quote_3_odi":"11716423","quote_3_text":"The first issue arose when the car shut off completely while driving and was towed to the dealership. Later, I started hearing a squeaking/rubber rubbing sound. The car would make squeaking and creaking noises when turning or going over minor bumps. The \"rubber rubbing sound\"…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Niro","model_slug":"niro","cluster_id":"niro-2023-unintended-acceleration-rollaway","label":"Unintended acceleration and uncommanded vehicle movement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674651","quote_1_text":"Suddenly the vehicle--all on its own--surged forward, slammed into the rear wall (triggering air bags), ricocheted backward across the street, and struck a neighbor's fence. I was able to get out of the car but I was in shock; paramedics were called","quote_2_odi":"11585252","quote_2_text":"While entering into a parking spot at minimal speed, the vehicle experienced an unexpected spontaneous acceleration, causing it to lunge forward, climb onto the curb, and collide with the adjacent building. This resulted mainly in damage to the front end","quote_3_odi":"11587368","quote_3_text":"My car drives forward when in reverse. This happened twice. Second time I was able to get it on video. Car Is currently at dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/niro","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2005,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2005-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2005-09 → 2009-11","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10293368","quote_1_text":"IT SMASHED IN MY FRONT BUMPER, FENDER, BENT THE HOOD ABOUT TWO FEET IN THE AIR, AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10223832","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAGS IN THE VEHICLE DID NOT DEPLOY AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"10135179","quote_3_text":"OUR MAIN ISSUE IS WITH THE AIRBAG NOT HAVING DEPLOYED ON IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2005,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2005-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2008-03 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11000725","quote_1_text":"THE LIGHT FOR MY AIR BAG HAS BEEN STAYING ON AND MY HORN QUIT WORKING FOR OVER A YEAR NOW","quote_2_odi":"10863486","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAG CONTINUES TO HAVE PROBLEMS AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF FOR OVER A YEAR NOW","quote_3_odi":"10232961","quote_3_text":"MY FAMILY IS IN GRAVE DANGER IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT AND I WOULD LIKE THIS INVESTIGATED FURTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2005,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2005-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch failure preventing entry or exit","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2009-02 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11058053","quote_1_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE, THE DOOR'S FAILED TO UNLOCK. THE CONTACT HAD TO EXIT THROUGH THE SUN ROOF","quote_2_odi":"10993523","quote_2_text":"I AM A DISABLED WOMAN WHO BECAME TRAPPED IN HER OWN CAR BECAUSE THE LOCK MECHANISM ON THE DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN NOR COULD I ROLL DOWN THE WINDOW","quote_3_odi":"10552323","quote_3_text":"IT'S SO DANGEROUS NOT BEING ABLE TO GET OUT OF YOUR CAR WHEN YOU'RE READY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2005,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2005-engine-stall-without-warning","label":"Engine stalling without warning","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2006-09 → 2011-10","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10264212","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10168515","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10218584","quote_3_text":"YOU HAVE NO WARNING--IT JUST TURNS EVERYTHING OFF--LIKE YOU NEVER STARTED THE CAR AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2005,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2005-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2008-04 → 2012-02","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10440412","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS DEFECTIVE AND COULD ONLY BE FILLED PARTIALLY BEFORE SPILLING","quote_2_odi":"10346809","quote_2_text":"AFTER PARKING, THE CONTACT NOTICED A LARGE PUDDLE OF GASOLINE UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10225108","quote_3_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112204","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE DRIVER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IT INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED. AS A RESULT, THE DRIVER STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10562773","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"10497669","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A 1 CAR ACCIDENT WHERE IT WENT OFF THE ROAD, INTO THE DITCH AND ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES. THERE WAS SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE BUT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor replacement","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11331104","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11079104","quote_2_text":"THE PASSAGE SEAT AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON STEADY CODE STORED B1448 OCS MAT IS DEFECTIVE CAR WAS PARKED IN YARD","quote_3_odi":"10731880","quote_3_text":"NOTICED AN AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON ON THE DASH. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG SENSOR HAD FAILED AND THE COST TO REPAIR WOULD BE APPROXIMATELY $1800. REPAIR WAS NOT PERFORMED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-engine-seizure-rod-knock","label":"Engine seizure and rod-bearing knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11722673","quote_1_text":"The engine on my 2010 Kia Optima suddenly seized without warning around 150,000 miles. The vehicle had no knocking sounds or warning signs prior to failure. A mechanic diagnosed the vehicle with a seized engine","quote_2_odi":"11483785","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing knocking noise. Vehicle stopped running when slowing down. Car is available for inspection. No warning lights come on","quote_3_odi":"11466668","quote_3_text":"At 134000 miles car got a knock on interstate. 5 miles to next exit a loud bang. Then the knock went to a loud loud bang. Pulled over to find rod thru block","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11646102","quote_1_text":"1.We were driving and the car just cut off. Not from the lack of fuel but cut off in the middle of traffic. (Available for inspection) 2.The car stopping in traffic running about 65 mph causes the safety of all on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11195570","quote_2_text":"DRIVING CAR JUST SHUT OFF IN HEAVY TRAFFIC ON RD AVERAGE SPEED 40 NO WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON RESTARTED STALLED ALL THE WAY HOME AND HUGE KNOCKING SOUND","quote_3_odi":"10861976","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME ONE DAY IN DECEMBER 2015, EACH TIME I APPROACHED A STOP LIGHT, YIELD SIGN OR SLOWED TO A LOW SPEED (LESS THAN 15 MPH), MY VEHICLE WOULD SHUT-OFF MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-hard-downshift-lurch","label":"Hard downshift and lurch near 20 mph","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11452917","quote_1_text":"The car lurches or jerks when slowing down or stopping at about 20 mph . Lurch or jerking is enough to jerk to the driver . Has anyone got answer to why the Kia Optima 2010 does this","quote_2_odi":"10661821","quote_2_text":"WHILE DECELERATING, EITHER BRAKING OR COASTING, THE CAR WILL LURCH VIOLENTLY WHEN REACHING APPROXIMATELY 22 MPH. THE SEVERITY OF THE LURCH VARIES BUT IN MOST INSTANCES IT IS HARD ENOUGH TO SNAP MY NECK FORWARD. *JS","quote_3_odi":"10503776","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE KICKS FROM SECOND GEAR TO FIRST GEAR WHEN SLOWING DOWN FROM 20MPH. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2010-power-door-lock-failure","label":"Power door lock failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10861988","quote_1_text":"POWER DOOR LOCKS WILL NOT WORK AT TIMES BOTH INSIDE AND WITH THE REMOTE PREVENTING ALL ABILITY TO GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THIS OCCURS WHEN THE CAR IS AT A STOP BOTH WHILE RUNNING AND NOT RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"10759089","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FOUR POWER DOOR LOCKS INTERMITTENTLY WOULD NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK WHEN ACCESSING WITH THE KEY FOB, AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCKS, OR MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"10638485","quote_3_text":"OUR VEHICLE STARTED ONLY UNLOCKING THE 3 PASSENGER SIDE DOORS, WHEN USING THE KEYFOB TO UNLOCK. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL STAY LOCKED AND YOU HAVE TO MANUALLY UNLOCK VEHICLE WITH KEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2011-hecu-brake-recall-fire","label":"HECU brake-hydraulic recall fire risk with unavailable parts","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":592,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11727293","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Optima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11556465","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Kia Optima. The contact stated that after his wife started the vehicle, she smelled a burning odor within the interior of the vehicle, prompting her to quickly exit","quote_3_odi":"11595896","quote_3_text":"May 13, 2024, we received a letter from Kia America that parts were available to correct the fire hazard detailed in NHTSA Recall Number 23V652000. This followed the Interim notice that was communicated to us on November 12, 2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2011-low-beam-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming from reflector degradation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":592,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11741618","quote_1_text":"I have replaced the headlights in my 2011 Kia Optima multiple times but no matter what without the brights on, the road is not at all illuminated making it impossible to see at night","quote_2_odi":"11513712","quote_2_text":"Low beam headlights on my 2011 KIA Optima with 150,000 miles are bright to look at them, however the beam pattern on on the roadway is terrible. I have tried replacing the bulbs with brightest bulbs, checked voltages and grounds","quote_3_odi":"11384894","quote_3_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATE SO LITTLE, ONLY LIGHTING APPROXIMATELY 10 FEET IN FRONT OF THE CAR. THIS HAS BECOME EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AND A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2011-steering-column-coupler-noise","label":"Steering column coupler noise and stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":592,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11622770","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, there was a notchy feel in the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and the failure was linked to TSB Number: CHA060. The mechanic determined that","quote_2_odi":"11451563","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Optima. The contact’s daughter stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would produce a clicking noise and shaking coming from the steering column. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11266808","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 KIA OPTIMA EX STARTED MAKING A LOUD RATTLING SOUND IN THE STEERING COLUMN AREA. ANY LITTLE BUMP OR DIP MADE IT WORSE AND MUCH LOUDER. THIS PROBLEM IS ONLY GETTING WORSE AND THE STEERING FEELS VERY UNSAFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2011-theta-ii-engine-seizure","label":"Theta II engine knock, seizure, and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":592,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11328950","quote_1_text":"THE MOTOR SEIZED UP WHILE DRIVING. NO LIGHTS CAME ON. CHECKED OIL THAT HAD METAL SHAVINGS IN THE OIL. WE HAVE BEEN DOING REGULAR OIL CHANGES ON THE VEHICLE. IT WILL NO LONGER RUN","quote_2_odi":"11696271","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road with my 3 sons in the vehicle and all of a sudden the vehicle and engine seized completely up and turned off. I contacted kia dealership who advised me to bring it to kia of Johnson","quote_3_odi":"11317176","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING TO WORK. DROVE THROUGH THE FRONT GATE ENTRANCE TO MY STATION WHEN AN AWFUL METALLIC KNOCKING NOISE COULD BE HEARD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE TOWED ALL THE WAY HOME THAT DAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2011-windshield-paint-delamination","label":"Paint delamination above the windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":592,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11675773","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling off in large pieces despite there being no damage. We have the pearl white color","quote_2_odi":"11555999","quote_2_text":"My Kia Optima is peeling paint around the top of the windshield. My car is beginning to rust. This is not normal. Reading online about this issue, and many people are seeing the exact same issue. My car is snow white in color","quote_3_odi":"11465776","quote_3_text":"The paint is delaminating and peeling in the section just above the windshield. This started in 2019 and has steadily getting worse. My car color is \"Snow White Pearl\". I have attached pictures","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2012-brake-fluid-recall-fire","label":"Brake fluid leak recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":919,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11663037","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11621075","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that several times the brake pedal was depressed approximately a half-inch to an inch","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2012-clock-spring-airbag-horn","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":919,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11740909","quote_1_text":"The clock spring keeps failing which is causing the air bag light to remain on; the horn to not work; various functions of the dashboard; and steering wheel heat","quote_2_odi":"11736227","quote_2_text":"The horn stops working, steering heat stop working, control functions and air bag warning. I changed the clock spring and it fixed all those issues the first time but within 6 months all those issues happened again. Is there something more wrong?","quote_3_odi":"11716303","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the buttons on the steering wheel became inoperative. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed, and it was determined that the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2012-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall and failure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":919,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11747400","quote_1_text":"Engine faílúre on June 26, 2026.Dies while moving. Engine died while turning from my side street onto busy street and traffic.I could've been struck in the rear had I not pulled out far enough in advance for the traffic to move around me. This is a second engine failure for my","quote_2_odi":"11734770","quote_2_text":"Sudden engine failure while driving with no warning. Vehicle began jerking, shaking, and losing power. RPMs dropped unexpectedly and the engine stalled intermittently. Multiple misfire codes were present (cylinders 1, 3, and 4), and the engine was found to have low or no","quote_3_odi":"11634952","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving at 55 -60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact became aware of smoke emitting from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2012-paint-delamination-chipping","label":"Paint delamination and chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":919,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11650012","quote_1_text":"Rapid Delamination and paint peeling in the color of snow pearl white. The entire car is affected by this defect. Somewhere on the paint assembly line a missing step in the paint procedure is causing detrimental corrosion and overall safety and protection of the elements from","quote_2_odi":"11576196","quote_2_text":"Paint has began chipping and p Delamanating starting on the driver side column and hood","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2012-steering-clunk-vibration","label":"Steering clunk and vibration at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":919,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11654976","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Optima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal clicking sound while the steering wheel was vibrating. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the abnormal clicking sound was heard","quote_2_odi":"11627904","quote_2_text":"The steering is making a clunking noise when backing up and going forward at low speed. There is a TSB by Kia about the steering motor rubber gear spacer that simply disintegrates over time but Kia is only performing repairs on vehicles in warm humid areas up to South Carolina","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-electrical-engine-fault","label":"Electrical fault with engine warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11716358","quote_1_text":"My car suddenly caught fire in my driveway tonight 2/6/26 roughly around 9:40 PM. Fire department has been dispatched to come out and investigate if the fire has been properly extinguished and it does warrant any further safety hazards until Kia can be notified and resolve this","quote_2_odi":"11605786","quote_2_text":"KIA, in Clay New York, refuses to fix the recall on the bearing that caused my engine to cease, i did not know that my car had a recall because i was never notified! My car broke down as i was driving it, i had it towed to Kia, found out there were recalls, but the dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-engine-cooling-recall-stall","label":"Engine seizure under cooling recall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11739531","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving the vehicle began to unexpectedly slow and then stalled. The vehicle was unable to restart. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the","quote_2_odi":"11625946","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact stated upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact became aware an excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was taking to a dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V224000 (ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stalling and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11737743","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the high way and my car completely stopped I towed it to a shop and the engine seized","quote_2_odi":"11630554","quote_2_text":"Oil light is flickering. Kia told me this is a serious issue but won't fix it. I did a research this is a common issue with 2013 Kia optimas. Please help","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-hecu-brake-recall-parts","label":"HECU brake recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11595791","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list because he no longer owns the vehicle. The dealer was contacted. The","quote_2_odi":"11644793","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Optima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-paint-delamination","label":"Paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11710752","quote_1_text":"The vehicle paint is bubbling and peeling","quote_2_odi":"11605172","quote_2_text":"Paint on driver side rear door is delamination from the car body. This is the Pearl white color","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2013-steering-coupler-noise","label":"Steering coupler noise and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1381,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11639946","quote_1_text":"steering coupler failing, making loud noise","quote_2_odi":"11703558","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel very loose, crackling noise and shaking going over bumps or uneven roads","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag clock spring non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11550372","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was in an accident on the highway. It rolled 3 times before landing on the roof and sliding from the highway to the grass. NONE of the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11555273","quote_2_text":"Airbag / SRS light came on. Took vehicle to the dealer service center for diagnostics. They found the issue is the Air Bag - Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: 51K1Z01 : BODY ELECT CONCERN","quote_3_odi":"11567957","quote_3_text":"Clock spring broke causing airbag light to turn on. Clicking when turning steering wheel. Airbag will not deploy due to this issue. $800 cost of repairs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11750155","quote_1_text":"On 7/13/26 around 0715 my son was driving our 2014 Kia optima when it caught fire and burned from the engine to the back of the car. Fire dept and law enforcement had to respond and the vehicle along with thousands of dollars of property was destroyed by the fire","quote_2_odi":"11734586","quote_2_text":"The car is available upon inspection, the car caught on fire after being driven for about 45 mins. Smoke started to come from under the car hood, fire starting dropping from underneath the vehicle and then fire started coming from under the hood of the car","quote_3_odi":"11548045","quote_3_text":"Summer 2017 The engine failed while driving with my family. The engine seized and a fire was engulfed. I was in the interstate and we feared for our life","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11745126","quote_1_text":"Engine seized up on the highway going onto incoming traffic. Almost got into a car accident","quote_2_odi":"11492840","quote_2_text":"Engine seized not even 10mins after driving it. Car now needs a new engine. I'm on disability and can't afford it and I need to go to my doctors appointments","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-hybrid-system-shutdown","label":"Hybrid system shutdown warning","component_code":"ENGINE, HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11568172","quote_1_text":"The car is available for inspection upon request, but I plan to finally get rid of it soon. I worry greatly about the next driver that ends up with this car","quote_2_odi":"11556409","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Optima Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the steering and brakes became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11502067","quote_3_text":"The hybrid system on my vehicle continues to show an error when operating the vehicle. The manual says to not operate the vehicle, but the dealership continues to deny the issue with my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-paint-delamination","label":"Snow White Pearl paint delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11665298","quote_1_text":"The Snow White Pearl (SWP) paint on the exterior body of the car is peeling-off in various places. The paint often peels completely off the hood in large sheets while in motion, and flies up and sticks to the windshield obstructing the driver's view while moving","quote_2_odi":"11522619","quote_2_text":"Vehicle paint is chipping / peeling off in large parts . Mainly roof and area surrounding windshield","quote_3_odi":"11509743","quote_3_text":"The paint is bubbling and peeling from the hood, pillars, and the roof. So. Enough that will start to settle in. Kia refuses to acknowledge it is a manufacturer defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Brake and fuel recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11522461","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Optima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) and 22V093000 (Fuel System, Gasoline), however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11482053","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Optima. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V100000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 21V331000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11708343","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Optima. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V10000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) and 21V331000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2014-steering-coupler-noise","label":"Steering coupler noise and play","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":583,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11724785","quote_1_text":"Rattle in the steering column when turning and over bumps","quote_2_odi":"11542919","quote_2_text":"Steering seems to binding while turning the wheel in either direction","quote_3_odi":"11612834","quote_3_text":"There is a serious malfunction with the motor driven power steering. Needs replacement as I am not able to steer my car thus I am not able to drive it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-abs-hecu-module","label":"ABS/HECU module leak with brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11708255","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Kia Optima has a failing ABS/HECU module consistent with the Kia ABS fire recall. The brake lights stay on constantly even when the brake pedal switch is unplugged","quote_2_odi":"11726654","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 5 MPH and started jerking abnormally","quote_3_odi":"11653405","quote_3_text":"Approximately 5 years later the ABS, traction control, and brake light illuminated, causing the vehicle to hesitate and jerk while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-air-bag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11621334","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that two independent mechanics were sent to the residence to diagnose the vehicle. The contact was informed that the clock spring needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11613078","quote_2_text":"Possible clock spring failure. Symptoms - Air bag light remains on and lost functionality on left side of steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11633704","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the driver's side air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11664430","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway when I noticed smoke coming out of my hood. I immediately exited the freeway, pulled over, popped the hood open, and my engine was on fire. There were no warning lamps on my dash","quote_2_odi":"11705972","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the contact could smell a burning smell within the vehicle, and then he noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11643110","quote_3_text":"Kia of Dayton Car dealership reported an engine connecting rod broke and ejected out the side of the engine allowing engine oil to hit the exhaust manifold starting the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11704336","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine seized. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while driving on the highway. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11705421","quote_2_text":"The engine in my 2015 Kia Optima suddenly seized due to connecting rod bearing failure at approximately 55,000 miles. This vehicle is known to be affected by the Theta II engine defect","quote_3_odi":"11626011","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from under the hood before the engine seized. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11662125","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden loss of power while driving when cylinder 3 completely failed (0 PSI compression). Metal particles found in oil and excessive oil consumption (1 pint/100 miles)","quote_2_odi":"11633718","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer and was repaired for excessive oil consumption","quote_3_odi":"11702454","quote_3_text":"No check engine light and prior the vehicle incident car has been consuming oil putting in about 1- quart a week or so with commute miles about 270 weekly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-limp-mode-p1326","label":"Limp mode with knock sensor code P1326","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11666111","quote_1_text":"Going apx. 75 MPH it went into limp mode and check engine light came on and the P1326 code appeared. There is a recall on this vehicle for this code","quote_2_odi":"11597364","quote_2_text":"Car would not drive faster than 25 mph. Check engine light on codes p1326 and p0014","quote_3_odi":"11647984","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over, stopped on the shoulder lane, and had the vehicle towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-paint-delamination","label":"Paint bubbling and peeling from body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11734736","quote_1_text":"Snow white pearl paint bubbling, peeling, and chipping in multiple areas of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11687355","quote_2_text":"White paint on roof and around door is flaking off in large sections. No accident. Not covered under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11655521","quote_3_text":"Bubbling and painting chipping on the driver door, passenger driver's side door, at the top roof at all doors, around the front mirror, and passenger and back passenger door. Pearl white paint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2015-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1003,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11606492","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while at a complete stop, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The vehicle would resume normal operation upon restart of the engine","quote_2_odi":"11603950","quote_2_text":"While driving on freeway lights, flicker and car just dies. Steering goes out and lose control of vehicle. Then will randomly start up again","quote_3_odi":"11612591","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving uphill at 20 MPH, the vehicle hesitated and the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11700454","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly developed a loud knocking noise from the engine. Within one block the vehicle began smoking heavily from under the hood. I pulled over, opened the hood, and flames were visible","quote_2_odi":"11647038","quote_2_text":"The contact stated the engine was on fire. The Fire department arrived and extinguished the fire. A Fire report was filed. No police report was filed. No injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to a local tow yard","quote_3_odi":"11587870","quote_3_text":"I was driving my car on interstate 20 my car had began to have a bad chemical smell and started smoking so I pulled over on the interstate and my car was in flames","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-engine-seizure-power-loss","label":"Engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11682043","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH and attempting to accelerate to overtake a semi-truck, the vehicle suddenly started losing automotive power and then stalled","quote_2_odi":"11621178","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormally loud knocking sound and experienced reduced engine power. The contact stated that the engine failed to exceed 2,000 RPM. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11711035","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2016 Kia Optima, the vehicle experienced a sudden and complete loss of engine power and stalled without warning. At the time, I was Door Dashing for income","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11618310","quote_1_text":"The component that failed in my 2016 Kia Optima is the engine, specifically due to excessive oil consumption. After each oil change, my oil levels drop significantly within 1,000 miles. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11590137","quote_2_text":"Vehicle uses about 4 quarts of oil every 1000 miles. I have to get oil changes every 1500 miles and add oil every 1000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11704086","quote_3_text":"My 2016 Kia Optima is experiencing severe internal engine oil consumption that matches known issues Kia has recalled and extended warranties for. The vehicle loses 1–3 quarts of oil every few days with no external leaks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-misfire-limp-mode","label":"Cylinder misfire, spark plug fouling, and limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11611366","quote_1_text":"The contact drove the vehicle to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the spark plugs and ignition coils needed to be replaced due to fouling by engine oil. The vehicle was repaired","quote_2_odi":"11605135","quote_2_text":"Driving approx. 65 mph on highway when car started shaking, then engine light came on, then car went into limp mode","quote_3_odi":"11674420","quote_3_text":"Engine issue, it’s knocking loud and misfires. Engine light flashing and Car went into limp mode , will not go over 60 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-paint-bubbling-peeling","label":"Paint bubbling and peeling on exterior panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11733116","quote_1_text":"The issue begins as small bubbles in the paint, which eventually lead to peeling and complete paint loss in affected areas. This condition is currently present on the trunk, roof, and rear sides of the vehicle, and early signs are now appearing on the hood","quote_2_odi":"11665961","quote_2_text":"My paint has begun bubbling up and feeling out of nowhere. I’ve always taken good care of my car yet spots are beginning to pop up along the passanger side. The paint continues to peel more as time goes on","quote_3_odi":"11694035","quote_3_text":"The body paint is cracking and falling down. Since five years ago this problem started","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-roof-antenna-detachment","label":"Roof antenna detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11632732","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, the roof antenna assembly flew off our car. Inspection of the area shows that the screws that were supposed to hold the antenna on had all become sheared off","quote_2_odi":"11731430","quote_2_text":"The Kias have been recalled for a failure to adhere the shark fin antenna. This has been recalled in some models. My 2016 has fallen off and is not on the recall list","quote_3_odi":"11652078","quote_3_text":"The antenna fin flew off while I was driving on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2016-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":750,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11623502","quote_1_text":"The window regulators in my 2016 Kia Optima have/are failing. The white drum gear that rolls the window up/down shreds and the window falls","quote_2_odi":"11663406","quote_2_text":"All 4 of the window regulator motors blew in my windows at the same time, only about 9 years into the vehicle's life","quote_3_odi":"11609924","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the window regulators for each window had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11492794","quote_1_text":"On June 5th 2022 as I was traveling out of state with my wife and daughter the car lost power on the highway. I pulled over to the side when safe and noticed whitish grey smoke puffing from under the hood by the hinges","quote_2_odi":"11473326","quote_2_text":"On November 16, 2020, Lucy Robinson was driving her 2017 Kia Optima when she started seeing smoke. She pulled into a gas station and the engine was on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire","quote_3_odi":"11581052","quote_3_text":"ON [XXX], AROUND 11:30 A.M., I WAS DRIVING [XXX] ON [XXX], GOING ABOUT 78 MPH, JUST PASSED [XXX], WHEN THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH LIT UP, SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR, THEN THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD THEN SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE A/C VENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711382","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is consuming excessive amounts of oil. The dipstick was completely dry before 5000 miles were up. I had to add some oil to the engine to avoid engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11674547","quote_2_text":"My Kia optima fe 2017 has been consuming a lot of motor oil it takes a quart every 2 to 3 weeks and of if I drive it more than average it needs motor oil sooner","quote_3_odi":"11463280","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE oil consumption. More than 1 quart every 1,000 miles. I am having to change my spark plugs about every 3 months to keep this car going. I've been to Kia twice and spent thousands of dollars. It has fixed nothing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547008","quote_1_text":"Twice while driving in rain my front end collision warning has taken control from me and slammed on the brakes bringing my car to a full stop. There was no vehicle or object in front of me either time","quote_2_odi":"11493365","quote_2_text":"Forward collision avoidance system activated with no vehicle stopped in front. Brakes locked up multiple times and then unlocked","quote_3_odi":"11486092","quote_3_text":"I was driving with an SUV in front of me at 18-wheeler in front of them. This is on a road where the speed limit is 65 however there's a section on 301 where there's a traffic light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-headlight-shutoff","label":"Headlights turning off while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573724","quote_1_text":"I drive with my lights on auto. Occasionally the lights go out for no apparent reason. Both inside and headlights. I then have to hold the high beam switch on until I can turn lights on and off or use directional","quote_2_odi":"11545528","quote_2_text":"I was driving at night and the headlights suddenly turned off for about 5 seconds and then it will come back on. Don't know whats going on with its headlight","quote_3_odi":"11466096","quote_3_text":"I have been driving at night going 70 mph on major rural freeway, as well as 55 mph on a two lane rural country road when the auto headights went completely dark, including all the interior lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661833","quote_1_text":"The power steering stopped working and the car became hard to turn because of it. The power steering light (red color with steering wheel and exclamation point to the right of it) came on also","quote_2_odi":"11656397","quote_2_text":"Failure of Flexible Steering Coupler, part of the Motor Driven Power Steering. This flexible coupler deteriorated noticeably over about 6 months time. Currently steering is very erratic with crunching sounds when turning wheel. This is a serious safety concern","quote_3_odi":"11554510","quote_3_text":"This has happened several times to me! While driving the steering wheel locks up and I have to coast to a stop to turn off the engine to reset the wheel. It has happened going 60mph down the hwy with my 3 young kids in the backseat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-stall-loss-of-power-p1326","label":"Sudden loss of power and stalling (P1326 knock sensor)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652963","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway, the check engine light started flashing and the car lost power. This created a very dangerous situation because I could not go the speed limit and could not get off the highway since I was in the middle lane","quote_2_odi":"11467133","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway when my check engine light came on flashing the car jersey almost to a stop and I had to pull over. I cut the car off and sat then turned it back on","quote_3_odi":"11552651","quote_3_text":"Driving down the interstate, the vehicle started to decelerate and the engine light started flashing. Got it to a mechanic and he started that it was a knock sensor failure P1326 code","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2017-transmission-shift-issues","label":"Transmission shifting hesitation and clunking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530790","quote_1_text":"On Friday 6/23/2023 on my way home from work, one of the clutches went out on my DCT Transmission without any warning. I was at a stop light in front of all of the cars in a busy section and wasn’t able to go","quote_2_odi":"11408554","quote_2_text":"KIA OPTIMA 2017 HYBRID. 26K MILEAGE AND AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION BECOME VERY CLUNKY, CAR JERKS WHEN SHIFTING ON ANY GEAR. NOT STABLE DRIVING, STRANGE NOISES UNDER THE HOOD ESPECIALLY WHEN VEHICLE GOES UPHILL AND EVEN ON STRAIGHT ROAD CAR TWITCHES","quote_3_odi":"11452790","quote_3_text":"I was driving down hwy 60 in Lake Wales, Florida, passing a car at 70 mph. While passing, all of the alerts and indicators came on my dash, and I lost the ability to accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-airbags-failed-to-deploy","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751435","quote_1_text":"I was run off the road by a drunk driver I hit a tree at 35MPH MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY NOR DID MY SEAT BELT LOCK!!!!","quote_2_odi":"11701751","quote_2_text":"I was rearended, all air bags deployed except steeringwheel","quote_3_odi":"11376266","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT AS I WAS DRIVING ON I65 AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND MY SEAT BELT DIDN'T LOCK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-brake-pedal-loses-pressure","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure or fails to engage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748040","quote_1_text":"Purchased vehicle from a used car dealership. Had it a few months before brake pedal started losing pressure and going to floor. Had master cylinder replaced. A few months later, brake light started coming on when accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11550544","quote_2_text":"I hit the brakes and the brakes went to the floor multiple times and the car just searched straightforward into the brick wall of the building","quote_3_odi":"11532079","quote_3_text":"The braking system \"catches\" at 13mph regularly. It feels like the brakes are being applied or the vehicle is downshifting when it is decelarating to around 13mph without any actual braking being manually applied","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628268","quote_1_text":"I drove the car to the park about 6 miles round trip with family. I came back home and started having lunch for about 25 minutes. I then attempt to start the engine to go to my appointment but then car didn't turn on","quote_2_odi":"11468187","quote_2_text":"AFTER LEAVING THE DEALER, THE VEHICLE BEGAN SMOKING. THE DEALER STATED IT COULD BE DUE TO SPILLED OILED THAT OCCURED DURING THE OIL CHANGE. THE CONSUMER CONTINUED TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND IT CAUGHT FIRE AND EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"11350846","quote_3_text":"CAUGHT FIRE WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-headlights-shutoff-auto","label":"Headlights shut off unexpectedly in automatic mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621536","quote_1_text":"Kia Optima headlights turn off randomly while on automatic. This dangerous issue has been investigated on other Kia models by the NTSB, which them prompted Kia to issue a recall","quote_2_odi":"11613462","quote_2_text":"My grandson was driving home last night on our Clay County West Virginia narrow unlighted road when his 2018 Kia Optima Headlights went out completely. He wrote that he was scared but finally was able to get lights back on before running off the road","quote_3_odi":"11439651","quote_3_text":"while driving, all lights (headlights, instrument, etc) would randomly go dark. Lighting usually restored after toggling the instrument control arm from on-to-off-on. Obviously super dangerous as driver can't see roadway and other drivers can't see the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss or lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708064","quote_1_text":"Steering column coupler went bad. Unable to swap out the coupler alone ($12 part) and had to get a whole new column (over $1200). Some of the Kia's around this one's make and model were recalled but not this one. Without this repair driving would have been dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11387770","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 KIA OPTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING LOCKED IN MID TURN WITH THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"11383186","quote_3_text":"I HAVE 63,826 MILES ON MY 2018 KIA OPTIMA S AND I DROVE IT TO THE STORE AND ALL MY LIGHT ON THE DASH CAME ON WHEN I WOULD COME TO A STOP AND MY POWER STEERING WOULD GO OUT AND ABOUT CAUSE ME TO WRECK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-theta-ii-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and Theta II engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734333","quote_1_text":"2018 Kia Optima LX, 2.4L GDI Theta II engine. Approximately 128,000 miles. Reporting severe internal oil consumption that has progressed to engine misfire and shaking, consistent with late-stage Theta II connecting rod bearing failure","quote_2_odi":"11690169","quote_2_text":"The engine of my 2018 Kia Optima is burning oil. When it started, I had 72,000 miles, and it's burning one quart of oil every thousand miles. There is no oil leak. I will take it back to Kia on October 2, 2025. The mechanic reported that it has an internal engine issue","quote_3_odi":"11673608","quote_3_text":"Kia is aware of the engine oil consumption causing misfires, failed emissions test, blowing a rod and engine lock up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"optima-2018-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk latch fails to open or close properly","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693147","quote_1_text":"Trunk latch broke leaving it impossible for someone in the trunk to get out and very difficult for someone on the outside to open the trunk","quote_2_odi":"11548703","quote_2_text":"Trunk latch is broken. Car doesn’t alert that trunk is open","quote_3_odi":"11575441","quote_3_text":"In case of a vehicle lockout and keys are locked in the trunk when car is opened by locksmith there is no way to unlock the trunk from inside of the car the locks become disabled and you have to reset the master switch very inconvenient for emergencies","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11485068","quote_1_text":"On sept 1st I was in an accident. I hit a parked car. My car was totaled. I suffered a fractured sternum and possible concussion. All of airbags failed to deploy. PALO ALTO POLICE RECORD,22-02889","quote_2_odi":"11282155","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND OWNS A 2019 KIA OPTIMA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DEER THAT JUMPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11271129","quote_3_text":"I WAS REAR ENDED ON THE FREEWAY. TRAFFIC CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP, BUT THE CAR BEHIND ME WAS GOING 40-50MPH AND DID NOT STOP IN TIME AND REAR ENDED ME AND PUSHED ME INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698751","quote_1_text":"I recently had the engine replaced less than a year ago due to an engine recall on this model car, today 11/11/2025 the engine caught fire. We’ve kept up with oil changes on time and I had no alerts in the vehicle on the dash claiming the engine was hot","quote_2_odi":"11549547","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway and my car started smoking. I got off at the next exit and black smoke started billowing out from under the hood. As soon as I opened the car door flames started coming out from under the hood. Entire engine was on fire","quote_3_odi":"11730204","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Kia Optima. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at 60 MPH, she noticed there was smoke emerging from the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-fca-malfunction","label":"Forward Collision Avoidance system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743068","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway when I kinda noticed speed changed. ABS lights, foreword collision light, and rear end lights, so I turned around went back home. I rarely drive my car and I never had any problems with it. I purshased it brand new","quote_2_odi":"11625176","quote_2_text":"Forward collision Avoidance assist system - warning comes on, was told the hydraulic electrical control unit failing, this may need a recall","quote_3_odi":"11524576","quote_3_text":"Forward collision warning failed to assist resulting in a collision that is considered a total loss","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-oil-consumption-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and premature engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748557","quote_1_text":"Oil is needing added on a weekly basis to keep up with how much the engine is burning, Spark Plugs and Coils have been changed excessively, the dealership says we may end up being covered by a recall but the engine needs to completely fail first","quote_2_odi":"11641346","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption for a car with 45,000 miles with no observed leaks under the car or on the outside of the engine","quote_3_odi":"11725102","quote_3_text":"The car had a complete engine failure at 92,000 miles. I was the second owner so this was not covered by any warranties. Well serviced and maintained vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and bubbling on Snow White Pearl finish","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725400","quote_1_text":"Our car paint started peeling out of no where and very bad. I just found out that it is a manufacturing issue with the bonding of the paint","quote_2_odi":"11658090","quote_2_text":"The snow pearl white is paint is just peeling off just peeling off there’s 34,000 miles on it I noticed a small look like a chip last week. I went to wash it today and it’s just peeling off","quote_3_odi":"11607564","quote_3_text":"Paint peeling off for no reason. Car has zero damage, no wrecks, no issues of any kind. Paint started coming off the hood and it’s a known issue with the color of my car. Snow Pearl White","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2019-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646596","quote_1_text":"When attempting to stop, my brake petal goes all the way to the floor causing me not being able to stop! No warning lamps or messages and no other symptoms or problems with my brakes It start month ago and seems to be getting worst","quote_2_odi":"11523084","quote_2_text":"Was driving try pressing on the brakes. Car would not stop brakes will sink all the way down","quote_3_odi":"11398991","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE WHEN APPLIED. THE ROAD WAS DRY. SPEED WAS 30 MPH OR LESS WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO STOP AT A LIGHT. THERE WERE NO CARS AHEAD OF ME, AND I HAD PLENTY OF TIME AND ROOM FOR A REGULAR STEADY DECELERATION. THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11378067","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS MOVING WHEN A FORD 150 PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. FORWARD COLLISION WORKED & SLOWED THE VEHICLE TO 35MPH. I HIT THE TRUCK DOING SEVERE FRONT END DAMAGE TO MY CAR. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHAT SO EVER","quote_2_odi":"11374574","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE.*DT*JB*DT*DT*DT","quote_3_odi":"11715952","quote_3_text":"Stable track control failed to work, the driver seatbelt did not tighten & stayed loose, & air bags did not deploy upon hitting the ditch & small trees resulting after hitting ice/water upon coming to a stop sign at a “T” cross road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-anti-theft-vulnerability","label":"Anti-theft system vulnerable to unauthorized start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11474661","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is incredibly easy to steal. A simple flat head screw driver in the hands of a child will steal this vehicle. My car was stolen from Daytona Beach Florida on July 8 2022 by 2 14 year and one 15 year old kids","quote_2_odi":"11524124","quote_2_text":"April 30, 2023 my 2020 Kia Optima was stolen. The thief or thieves broke my backside passenger window to get inside. Once inside they started my car using a USB cord/ charger block. I purchased the car in Feb 2023","quote_3_odi":"11573169","quote_3_text":"I need an immobilizer installed on my car so I will be able to get insurance. Please recall these vehicles. This problem is because something wasn't installed on the car that it needs. PLEASE help us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-brake-fca-malfunction","label":"Forward collision warning and brake system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11337484","quote_1_text":"THE FCW FORWARD COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM SEEMS TO NOT GET ACTIVATED UNDER ANY CIRCUSNSTANCES. I HAVE CHANGED THE SENSITIVITY OF THE SYSTEM TO ALL LEVELS AND IT NEVER SEEMS TO DETECT THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT. IT NEVER WARNS YOU OF AN COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11353811","quote_2_text":"IN THE PROCESS, I HIT A BUMP (NOT A POT HOLE) IN THE ROAD'S AND MY BRAKES DISENGAGED AND I THOUGHT I WOULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE BECAUSE I WAS NOT SURE THE BRAKE WERE GOING TO ENGAGE IN TIME FOR ME MISS A HIT ON COLLUSION","quote_3_odi":"11501369","quote_3_text":"ABS module is faulty. Confirmed by professional auto shops and it’s a safety risk. Without this working properly, my car refuses to brake sometimes. Will not automatically stop when it needs to due to the spongy, unresponsive brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-dct-shudder","label":"Dual-clutch transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11683362","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experiences a dual-clutch transmission shudder in low gears and at low speeds. This issue causes a sudden loss of speed in situations such as merging onto a highway, leaving a parking spot, or while driving at approximately 30 mph","quote_2_odi":"11674268","quote_2_text":"After complaining about clutch judder resulting in getting anti-judder logic software update, followed a month later by transmission serviced, transmission suddenly failed while driving in heavy traffic on the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11540523","quote_3_text":"The vehicles 7-speed dual clutch transmission (DCT), is horribly jerky at very low speeds and on take off. It has become dangerous to drive as my wife almost caused an accident from the vehicle not reacting to acceleration pedal, or from it reacting completely unexpectedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and rod bearing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":96,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11751391","quote_1_text":"My engine failed while driving which put me and others at risk. It was confirmed by the Kia dealership as rod bearing failure. Which is a known recall on the Kia 2.4L Theta II engine","quote_2_odi":"11685083","quote_2_text":"My engine is burning lg amounts of oil. There has been a lawsuit regarding the same issues with Kia engines (specifically up to 2019 Optimas). The Theta 2 engine lawsuit is regarding excessive oil consumption/burning, knock sensor issues, and deeper engine issues","quote_3_odi":"11709712","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of engine power and entered limp mode. The check engine light began flashing and the vehicle had very limited acceleration, creating a safety concern when driving in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Optima","model_slug":"optima","cluster_id":"kia-optima-2020-seatbelt-alarm-fault","label":"Seat belt alarm activates without cause","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11453073","quote_1_text":"The passager side seat belt goes off by itself","quote_2_odi":"11454052","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN But the passenger side seat belt start chumming on its on and won't stop until I connect the seat belt","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/optima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2010-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in frontal or rear crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10499518","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 19, 2013 I WAS IN A COLLISION I HIT THE CAR FROM BEHIND AND TOTALED THE FRONT END OF MY CAR NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED LEAVING ME WITH NECK AND BACK INJURIES. I WANT TO KNOW WHY THEY DIDN'T DEPLOY AND WHY ISN'T OR WASN'T THERE A RECALL BECAUSE THIS IS NOT THE FIRST","quote_2_odi":"10437730","quote_2_text":"MY 20 YEAR OLD BROTHER WAS ON HIS WAY HOME AND LOST CONTROL ON BLACK ICE TRYING TO AVOID A DOG. HE BEGAN TO SWERVE AND SPUN OUT, RESULTING IN A SINGLE FLIP INTO A DITCH. THE FRONT END OF MY VEHICLE IS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND BELIEVED TO BE TOTALED. THE CAR LANDED ON THE","quote_3_odi":"10460548","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING AT A TRAFFIC STOP, A TRACTOR TRAILER CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE FROM THE REAR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND SHOULDERS AND THE DRIVER SUSTAINED BACK INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2010-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag indicator and seat sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10362431","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG MALFUNCTIONED. WHENEVER SOMEONE WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED BUT WHEN BOOKS WERE PLACED IN THE SEAT THE AIR BAG WAS ACTIVATED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT","quote_2_odi":"10347585","quote_2_text":"1) THE PASSENGER \"AIRBAG OFF\" LIGHT ON MY NEW 2010 KIA RIO STAYS ON EVEN WHEN SOMEONE IS IN THE SEAT. THIS WITHIN FOUR WEEKS OF MY PURCHASE. 2) IT OCCURS DAILY, NUMEROUS TIMES THROUGHOUT THE DAY. 3) THE KIA DEALER HAS REFUSED TO HELP, EVEN THOUGH THE CAR HAS 4000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11000961","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2010-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11081771","quote_1_text":"SINCE JANUARY MY 2010 KIA RIO HAS STALLED AT TRAFFIC STOPS. IT USUALLY STARTS AGAIN AFTER SEVERAL TRIES, ALTHOUGH RECENTLY IT NEEDED A JUMP START. I'VE TAKEN IT TO THREE MECHANICS WHO ALL SAY THEY CAN'T FIND A CODE OR WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. I'VE TRIED GAS ADDITIVE, NEW CRANK SHAFT","quote_2_odi":"10930298","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING, THE CAR STALLS FOR NO REASON (THERE IS FUEL IN THE CAR, HAS REGULAR OIL CHANGES, AND A BRAND NEW BATTERY). IT TAKES A COUPLE MINUTES BEFORE THE CAR WILL RESTART. WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON AND THEN TURN RIGHT OFF, BUT THE RPM GAUGE STOPS","quote_3_odi":"10806345","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE ENGINE STALLED. ONCE THE ENGINE STALLED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN LEAKING TRANSMISSION FLUID. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE TECHNICIAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2010-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil and spark plug misfire replacement","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10774546","quote_1_text":"MY HAD MY CAR ABOUT ONE YEAR AND IT STARTED TO LOSE POWER. WHEN I TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP TO FIX IT I HAD TO PAY FOR TWO DIAGNOSTIC TESTS 95.00 EACH. THE PROBLEM WAS THE IGNITION COIL, SPARK PLUGS, AND EXHAUST MANIFOLD. IT IS NOW ALMOST EXACTLY ANOTHER YEAR PAST AND SAME PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10664595","quote_2_text":"TOOK MY CAR TO GET FIXED, AND LOOKED AT THE 2ND CYL.. APPARENTLY, TONS OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE 2ND CYL. AFTER LOOKING ONLINE ABOUT IT. I HAD THEM TRY ALL MY COILS AND ITS NOT A COIL PROBLEM. I HAD ALL SPARK PLUGS CHANGED AND TUNE UP WAS DONE. THERE IS ABSOLUTELY","quote_3_odi":"11172266","quote_3_text":"HAVING TO REPLACE AT LEAST ONE FUEL INJECTOR EACH YEAR. USUALLY NUMBER ONE PLUG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2010-service-brakes-failure","label":"Service brake loss or lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2016-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10817662","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 40 MPH EXITING ON THE FWY OFF RAMP WHICH TURNS TO THE RIGHT. INITIALLY MY BRAKES WORKED AND THEN IT MADE A AWFUL WINDING SOUND. THE CAR WAS GAINING SPEED AS I MADE THE TURN AND I TOTALLY LOST MY BRAKES AND HAD TO USE MY HAND BRAKE TO STOP BEFORE ALMOST","quote_2_odi":"10430168","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WOULD ENGAGE WHENEVER SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_3_odi":"10319614","quote_3_text":"CAR ACCIDENT ON JAN 01, 2010 INVOLVING A RENTAL VEHICLE KIA RIO 2010 I AM CONVINCED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED WHICH AS A RESULT I CRASHED HEAD ON INTO A TREE. I SUFFERED INJURIES OF WHICH I AM STILL RECOVERING FROM. ALAMO DOES NOT WANT TO COVER ANY OF THE MEDICAL BILLS. I NEED HELP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2011-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Frontal air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11320026","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT THROUGH AN INTERSECTION OF WHICH I HAD A GREEN LIGHT, THE VEHICLE COMING THE OPPOSITE WAY THROUGH THE INTERSECTION FAILED TO YIELD AND TOOK A LEFT TURN HITTING ME HEAD-ON","quote_2_odi":"10664814","quote_2_text":"MY SON WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE HE REAR ENDED THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM AT APPROXIMATELY 35 TO 40 MPH. THE AIRBAG IN THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT DEPLOY!!","quote_3_odi":"10423937","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A TRUCK BUT THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2011-ignition-coil-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure with engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11649950","quote_1_text":"Coils, I have been through 6 sets of coils since I bought this car in 2011. This causes the engine to run rough , sputter & have no pick up when trying to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11182851","quote_2_text":"IGNITION COILS. EVER SINCE I BOUGHT MY KIA IN 2015 I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE IGNITION COILS EVERY 3-6 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"10939893","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA RIO. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT ANY STOP, THE ENGINE THREATENED TO SHUT DOWN WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2011-service-brakes-defect","label":"Service brake pulsation and lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11014958","quote_1_text":"FELT LIKE I COULD NOT GO SPEED I WAS ATTEMPTING. THE BRAKES STARTED TO LOCK UP AND ONE SIDE WAS SMOKING, NOW BOTH SIDES ARE SMOKING AND IS STILL LOCKING UP","quote_2_odi":"10549821","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL JERKED FROM LEFT TO RIGHT WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2011-speed-control-surge","label":"Unintended acceleration or stuck throttle","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11498472","quote_1_text":"As I waited for the other car to turn in front of me, my 2011 Kia Rio started to surge in speed without my foot on the accelerator","quote_2_odi":"11280415","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 8 IN LA MESA CALIFORNIA AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WHEN THE THROTTLE ON MY VEHICLE STUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-airbag-seatbelt-nondeployment","label":"Airbags or seat belts failed to activate in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10860642","quote_1_text":"THE SEATBELT DIDN'T CATCH, NOR DID THE AIRBAG DEPLOY, AND MY HEAD HIT THE STEERING WHEEL, CHIN FIRST","quote_2_odi":"10493304","quote_2_text":"WE RAN INTO A TELEPHONE POLL AT ABOUT 25 MILES AN HOUR AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEAT BELTS DID NOT LOOK, PASSENGER HIT THE WINDSHIELD WITH HEAD AND DRIVER HIT HIS CHEST INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AND HURT CHEST","quote_3_odi":"10495212","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT BELT WOULD OFTEN LOCK UP WHEN ON THE DRIVER/PASSENGER, WHICH WOULD PREVENT THE OCCUPANTS FROM MOVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated without diagnosis","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11740497","quote_1_text":"The airbag warning light illuminated on the dashboard and has stayed on permanently","quote_2_odi":"11030751","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON, CAR HAS LITTLE OVER 87,000 MILES STRICTLY DEALER MAINTENANCE NO RHYME OR REASON TO EXPLAIN THE LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10672210","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake recall parts unavailable during hold campaign","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11583676","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11574695","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that when her sister started the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11566519","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-engine-fires","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11716009","quote_1_text":"Car was turned off and the car started fire under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11470688","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after the niece had park and exited the vehicle smoke and flames were present coming from under the hood of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11318387","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH, WHITE SMOKE APPEARED AND FLAMES STARTED FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption requiring added oil between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11756762","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has excessive oil consumption despite being consistently and properly maintained","quote_2_odi":"11648247","quote_2_text":"The GDI 1.6L engines are manufactured with a flaw that affects piston rings and makes oil consumption go up which in turn can make the engine run dry and damage the engine, which if you're in a bad location could be dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11144971","quote_3_text":"I TOOK IT INTO A KIA DEALERSHIP AND THEY DID A CONSUMPTION TEST WHICH INDICATED THE ENGINE IS CONSUMING A LOT OF OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or high idle RPM","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11446443","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the RPMs was rising to the red line immediately","quote_2_odi":"10959673","quote_2_text":"CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN, RPM'S REVVING WHILE DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10662263","quote_3_text":"MY 2012 KIA RIO BEGAN TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN WITHOUT MY FOOT ON THE GAS TO 60MPH ON A CITY STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11341539","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT ON DRIVERS SIDE FLASHES AND THEN STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING. UNDERSTAND KIA IS AWARE OF PROBLEM BUT HAS DONE NOTHING TO HELP CONSUMERS","quote_2_odi":"11282960","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON MY 2013 KIA RIO LX SOMETIME SHORTLY AFTER THE MILEAGE HIT 80,000 MILES. IT WOULD GO ON AND THEN TURN OFF","quote_3_odi":"11233960","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT RANDOMLY CAME ON. IT WILL PERIODICALLY COME OFF, BUT IT ALWAYS COMES BACK ON. THIS IS NOT ONLY EXTREMELY FRUSTRATING, BUT ALSO EXTREMELY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2013-engine-fire-recall-delay","label":"Engine compartment fire and delayed recall 23V652 repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11732377","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the contact's mother was approaching a stop sign, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. The contact's mother noticed smoke coming from under the hood. The contact's mother stated that the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11726820","quote_2_text":"Was sleeping and heard a pop looked and there was a fire under the hood tried to extinguish it got it outside on the road, and it burned to the ground basically","quote_3_odi":"11611156","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2013-excessive-oil-consumption-knock","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine knocking failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11605185","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has just over 110,000 miles and the vehicle burns oil like crazy. Piston rings typically last 150,000 miles. Started running low on old 5,000 miles ago","quote_2_odi":"11491613","quote_2_text":"120409 - Engine making knocking sound : was taken to 3 different mechanics all diagnosed with same issue of MAIN CRANK SHAFT BEARING FAILURE. Had to buy a new engine to replace","quote_3_odi":"11481440","quote_3_text":"I have 2013 Kia Rio with I have been putting oil into it for months. MONTHS! At the end of my work week, before I drive to work on Monday I check the oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or loss of assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11142881","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING MAKING IT VERY HARD TO STEER THE CAR AND COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10669377","quote_2_text":"MY POWER STEERING IS CUTTING IN AND OUT INTERMITTENTLY. THIS IS ACCOMPANIED BY A NUMBER OF INDICATOR LIGHTS TURNING ON","quote_3_odi":"10556245","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE FRONT END FAILED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY VEER TO THE RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11222578","quote_1_text":"SIDE COLLISON WHILE DRIVING WITH NO DEPLOYMENT OF PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG","quote_2_odi":"10950245","quote_2_text":"UNRESPONSIVE BRAKING AND AIRBAGS HAVE NOT DEPLOYED IN TWO SEPARATE COLLISIONS WHERE I RAN INTO THE BACK OF ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT WAS STOPPED ON CITY STREETS WHERE I WAS DRIVING 25 MPH IN THE FIRST COLLISION AND 35 MPH IN THE SECOND","quote_3_odi":"10626031","quote_3_text":"A 2014 KIA RIO INVOLVED IN A HORRIFIC CRASH. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY? WHY? *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V652000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11578079","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11560644","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11556104","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the vehicle started sputtering. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal to come to a stop at the traffic light, the vehicle failed to respond","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-electrical-stall-while-driving","label":"Electrical system stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10721540","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. ONCE RESTARTED, THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE","quote_2_odi":"10715004","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART AND RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-engine-compartment-fires","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11755573","quote_1_text":"Webwas deiving down the road and flames started shooting from underneath the hood we stopped car jumped out and looked back an whole front of car was on fire it burnt most of car","quote_2_odi":"11195298","quote_2_text":"MY CAR ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. THE CAR WAS BURNT. DRIVING TO THE STORE THE CAR BEGAN TO SMOKE AND CAUGHT FIRE","quote_3_odi":"10870663","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A SUBURBAN STREET WHEN MY CAR ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE. I WAS ABLE TO STOP AND GET OUT OF THE CAR SAFELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-fuel-odor-and-leaks","label":"Fuel and antifreeze odor with leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10903853","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT","quote_2_odi":"10870330","quote_2_text":"ON MANY OCCASIONS, SINCE WE PURCHASED THIS 2014 KIA RIO, IT HAS HAD A HORRIBLE, INTENSE ODOR OF GASOLINE THAT IS SO STRONG IT OVERWHELMS ANYONE NEAR IT. IT STARTS AFTER 20-30 MINUTES OF DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10592518","quote_3_text":"PUMPING GAS INTO GAS TANK AND THE GAS WAS ON THE GROUND BECAUSE THE GAS TANK WAS NEVER SEALED WAS RIDING THE CAR FOR 10 DAYS AND THE ORIGINAL GAS THAT WAS PUT IN THE CAR FROM DEALER SO THE 1ST TIME PUTTING GAS IN THE TANK THE GAS WAS POURING OUT AND LOSS THE $23 WORTH OF GAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-oil-consumption-rod-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and connecting rod failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11651826","quote_1_text":"The engine started to lose power, and the check engine light illuminated. The power drop was most noticable when accelerating from a stop. At times, randomly, the engine RPMs would dip down to 200-300 at idle and would almost stall","quote_2_odi":"11504381","quote_2_text":"Burning excessive oil, shooting oil out of the exhaust, car has less than 48,000 miles and it’s shaky when driven feels like it will stall and turn off","quote_3_odi":"11430119","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal knocking noise would emit from the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2014-transmission-park-slip","label":"Transmission slipping out of park into drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10790637","quote_1_text":"THIS IS NOW MY SECOND COMPLAINT REGARDING MY 2014 KIA RIO, FOR THE SAME ISSUE, HAPPENING WITHIN A SPAN OF TWO WEEKS. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED ON THUR, 10/29/15. THIS SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED ON MONDAY, 11/08/15","quote_2_odi":"10788852","quote_2_text":"I AM A FOOD DELIVERY DRIVER. I WAS MAKING A DELIVERY TO A REGULAR CUSTOMER. I WAS OUTSIDE HIS SIDE DOOR, TALKING. I WAS OUT OF MY 2014 KIA RIO FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 AND 1/2 TO 2 MINUTES, TALKING WITH THE CUSTOMER. SUDDENLY, I AM ON THE GROUND","quote_3_odi":"10788849","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED FOR A MONTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2015-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Air bag failure to deploy or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11067027","quote_1_text":"BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS DEPLOYED IN MY 2015 KIA RIO WHILE DRIVING ON A DRY SMOOTH ROAD IN A NEIGHBORHOOD FOR NO REASON. THERE WERE THREE PEOPLE IN THE CAR, AND THE PASSENGER WAS INJURED FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT","quote_2_odi":"10916783","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, HE WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND HIS VEHICLE ULTIMATELY HIT A TREE. THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED, THE OTHER AIR BAGS DID NOT. THERE WAS A POLICE REPORT FILED AND THE","quote_3_odi":"10678836","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A CONCUSSION AS WELL AS MINOR NECK AND BACK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2015-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure with check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11549626","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the catalytic converter. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11220187","quote_2_text":"DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, CAR HESITATES TO ACCELERATE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. HAD CAR CHECKED, DIAGNOSTIC SAYS CATALYTIC CONVERTER IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY. I HAD THIS PART REPLACED LESS THAN 4 MONTHS AGO! NOW THE SAME PROBLEM IS OCCURRING AGAIN!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10778005","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE ENGINE LOST POWER. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE AND FIRE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT OF THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS","quote_2_odi":"11286869","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 60-65 MPH ON THE FREEWAY, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO JERK AND A LOUD GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MANAGED TO EXIT THE FREEWAY ONTO A RESIDENTIAL STREET WHERE THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD. SUDDENLY,","quote_3_odi":"11221481","quote_3_text":"MY ENGINE CAUGHT ON FIRE AS I WAS DRIVING THE CAR. THERE WAS A KNOCK SENSOR ERROR DISCOVERED A COUPLE HOURS BEFORE, BUT NOTHING WAS INDICATING THAT THERE WAS IMMINENT CRITICAL DANGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2015-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11547595","quote_1_text":"My oil light does not and has not ever notified me of my oil level being low. The engine burns oil for unknown reasons. The oil dip stick tells me my oil is full after adding two quarts of oil but it’s calls for 3.8 quarts of oil.?","quote_2_odi":"11530792","quote_2_text":"After an oil routine change last May, my mechanic informed me that the engine had almost no oil. I had been hearing a rattle when accelerating at times and noticed the vehicle seemed to be having trouble when increasing speeds were necessary (entering higher traffic","quote_3_odi":"11438819","quote_3_text":"After two weeks of buying the car from a dealer, I was driving and I heard a noise in the engine, when I checked it had almost no motor oil. I have changed the oil and filter, but it consumes 2 quarts every 2 weeks (less than 1,000 miles). This has been happening since April","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2015-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V652000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11639547","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_2_odi":"11556453","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_3_odi":"11581907","quote_3_text":"My Kia had be under an unresolved recall that can cause a fire, not only putting myself and my family, but other drivers at risk. I have a toddler who rides with me and would be extremely hard to get out of a car seat if the car caught on fire, as such I have reduced driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal or rear-end crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11493429","quote_1_text":"Airbags didn’t deploy in a accident which caused whiplash","quote_2_odi":"10914893","quote_2_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2016 AT APPROXIMATELY9:12PM, I [XXX] , HAD JUST PICKED UP A PASSENGER WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11154895","quote_3_text":"ON NOVEMBER 18, 2018 AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30PM, I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR ENDED A CAR IN FRONT OF ME WHILE MOVING AROUND 30 MPH IN THE MERGING RAMP OF HWY 57 TO HWY 210 NEAR SAN DIMAS, CA AND I FILED A POLICE REPORT. THE AIRBAG DID NOT INFLATE/DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake hydraulic control unit recall part delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11565537","quote_1_text":"A recall notice (NHTSA recall # 23V652) was issued on 14Nov23 where the HECU may experience an electrical short circuit, which in turn can result in a car fire. To this date, the remedy part is not available","quote_2_odi":"11580535","quote_2_text":"The HECu fuse recall has been over six months with no remedy. I called NHTSA two weeks ago and was told by a representative that the manufacturers (both Kia and Hyundai) stated that the remedy would be posted, and available at the dealerships by the end of last month (March)","quote_3_odi":"11584777","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-engine-compartment-fires","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11669451","quote_1_text":"I was driving when my Kia stalled and shut off but was still playing music and driving. So I pulled over and then my Kia caught on fire and went up in flames","quote_2_odi":"11421680","quote_2_text":"On May 29th 2021 my 2016 Kia Rio engine caught on fire after multiple attempts of letting Kia know that my engine had a possible recall/detect","quote_3_odi":"11142173","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 KIA RIO. A MINUTE AFTER THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE, IT CAUGHT ON FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CALLED AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-headlight-taillight-failure","label":"Headlight and tail light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11742052","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a persistent low beam headlight failure on my 2016 Kia Rio that has not been resolved after a paid repair at an authorized Kia dealership","quote_2_odi":"11735244","quote_2_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding repeated failures of the LED tail light assemblies on my 2016 Kia Rio. This vehicle uses combination tail lights that include both standard bulbs and integrated LED brake lights","quote_3_odi":"11220517","quote_3_text":"WHEN HAEDLIGHTS ARE ON AUTOMATIC AND TURN ON TURN SIGNAL AND MAKE TURN WHEN TURN SIGNAL GOES OFF AFTER MAKING TURN IT TURNS OFF HEAD LIGHTS WHEN MOVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11601816","quote_1_text":"Vehicle burning through excessive amounts of oil. Check engine light came on and car was making a loud ticking noise and knock. Dealership confirmed the vehicle will need a new engine. Kia Corporate denied replacement because vehicle is out of warranty","quote_2_odi":"11512607","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption. Over 1 quart every 800 miles. Does not meet similar standards of same vehicle class","quote_3_odi":"11417660","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia RIO. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed and excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2016-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk latch failure to open or close","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11557447","quote_1_text":"My trunk latch wasn't working. I couldn't close my trunk. I contact Kia service and since I still have a platinum warranty with them, asked them if they could repair it free of charge. They said no","quote_2_odi":"11490504","quote_2_text":"The trunk of my car will not open. Upon further inspection, the trunk latch is broken. When we accessed the trunk from the back seats, we tried to open it with the emergency release and it does not work. Nothing opens the trunk","quote_3_odi":"11437753","quote_3_text":"The trunk latch is broken and does not open with safety latch. Why is my car not on the list for the recall on this particular problem?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11221014","quote_1_text":"THE CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A MAJOR ACCIDENT. THE CAR HIT A FENCE KNOCKED IT DOWN & HIT A TREE IT IS COMPLETELY INOPERABLE. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11130901","quote_2_text":"WAS ENVOLVED IN A WRECK TO WHERE I WENT OFF THE ROAD HIT A STOP SIGN,,A TELEPHONE BOX,,A OAK TREE THEN A PINE TREE AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED NOW MY WIFE HAS A BROKEN BACK AND CHEST BONE,,I GOT A BUSTED UP KNEE A SPRANG SHOLDER NECK AND BACK","quote_3_odi":"11124725","quote_3_text":"WAS RUN OFF THE ROAD AT 55 MPH HITTING A STOP SIGN A TELEPHONE BOX A OAK TREE THEN A PINE TREE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY OR DID THE SEAT BELTS LOCK UP WIFE HAS A BROKEN BACK AND CHEST BONE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Brake recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11580877","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11562551","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_3_odi":"11583448","quote_3_text":"No parts available to fix hydraulic electronic control unit HECU. Been told this since December 2023. Received another letter dated 4/10/3024. The remedy is now available. Being told again there are no parts. Went by another car insurance company","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11727456","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2017 Kia Rio at approximately 70 mph when the vehicle began shaking violently. I heard a loud mechanical sound from the engine compartment that sounded like something broke loose and was being thrown around","quote_2_odi":"11600593","quote_2_text":"My son and I were driving home from work on IH-35 and I noticed smoke coming from under my hood. Then within seconds, flames appeared moving quickly towards the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11551834","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the front hood started emitting smoke. In addition, the brake pedal failed to function as intended. All vehicle doors automatically locked up and the contact veered to the side of the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-engine-knock-oil-consumption","label":"Engine knocking noise and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11521749","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil burning causing catalytic converter to go bad. Oil change every 3,000 miles with synthetic oil. Car was making knocking noise and having a hard time accelerating and going up hill","quote_2_odi":"11506708","quote_2_text":"My car needs oil every 3 to 4 days. There is no blue smoke and there is no signs of oil leaks. The vehicle was in an accident before I purchased it","quote_3_odi":"11521796","quote_3_text":"I took my KIA Rio to mechanic for knocking noise in engine. Mechanic said it's not the original engine and has been replaced. Nuts and bolts are rusted and some aren't even tightened or torqued correctly. I am the second owner of this car and could have been in an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-engine-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11746312","quote_1_text":"The engine of my Kia Rio 2017 is the system that is failing it is sudden with no warning and has been diagnosed by Kia themselves stating that the engine will seize. My safety is put at risk because the car may seize while in traffic causing difficulty steering and breaking","quote_2_odi":"11522543","quote_2_text":"Bought the vehicle beginning of March. Thought it was the battery because it wouldn't hold a charge. Coded battery. Replaced. Twice. Electrical power steering started to code. That wasn't the issue.car started to stall while on the highway or in traffic and cut out","quote_3_odi":"11518898","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has electrical issues none stop. One day it randomly stalled out while still in motion and lost all power. No power at all. It was “repaired” and I had it for 2 weeks and it again lost all power while in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2017-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Trunk latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11590009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while attempting to open the trunk with the key fob, the trunk failed to unlock or open. In addition, the contact engaged the emergency gear, and the trunk would not open","quote_2_odi":"11432586","quote_2_text":"My Rio's trunk latch mechanism has failed for the second time. I know there may be recalls for other model years. But 2017 models may also be affected. The trunk latch mechanism will fail without warning","quote_3_odi":"11341121","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA RIO. THE CONTACT STATED THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE FAILED TO LOCK SECURELY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRUNK LOCK WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-airbag-ocs-mat","label":"Airbag light and passenger OCS mat fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11713726","quote_1_text":"My car is a 2018 Kia Rio that has a clean history and has never been in an accident. Recently my airbag light came on and I had a diagnostic run that showed a B1448 code indicating an OCS mat defect in the passenger seat…","quote_2_odi":"11727369","quote_2_text":"Took my car in as the airbag light on the dashboard kept turning on and off— with or without a passenger in the seat. The dealership ran a diagnostic inspection and turns out that the passenger side OCS Mat and ECU are faulty and need to be replaced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11691729","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Kia Rio S (VIN [XXX] ) suffered sudden engine failure at approximately 84 000 miles. I pulled over immediately when the oil light came on, but the engine began rattling and was later diagnosed by the dealer as a bearing/seizure failure requiring full engine replacement…","quote_2_odi":"11692892","quote_2_text":"2018 Kia Rio – severe oil consumption leading to low compression (30 PSI on Cylinder 2) and engine failure. Dealership installed incorrect non-OEM spark plugs prior to failure. Kia denies warranty coverage although this matches known engine defects in other Kia models","quote_3_odi":"11646521","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11652874","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 85 MPH, the engine emitted abnormal noise with no warning lights illuminated. The contact proceeded to exit the highway and enter a gas station parking lot, and upon exiting the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11593284","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Kia Rio actually lit up on fire as I was driving down the highway on way to work. As I drove down the highway, I noticed that I had trouble using the brakes. It seemed as if they were working one second and then not working the next. At that time, I noticed fire coming…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11700932","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Kia Rio is burning 2 quarts of oil every 800 miles, confirmed by a Kia dealership through an official oil consumption test. The issue first started around 110,000 miles and has progressively gotten worse…","quote_2_odi":"11559237","quote_2_text":"For the past year and few months I’ve been having to do an oil change every two weeks because of how fast the engine is burning the oil. Several times I arrive to the shop to find the oil pan is completely empty causing issues with my engine beginning to make strange noises…","quote_3_odi":"11526075","quote_3_text":"Excessive engine oil consumption which has caused car to enter limp mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-theft-alarm","label":"Vehicle theft and anti-theft alarm function","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11498683","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was stolen while parked with a club on the steering wheel then damaged and abandoned. I was without a vehicle for a month during repairs. It has been reported on the news that Kias are easily stolen due to the type of ignition system…","quote_2_odi":"11501364","quote_2_text":"Auto theft alarm listed as standard. There is NO THEFT DETECTION AT ALL. There is only a bogus flashing led that does nothing when parked. This is fraud.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2018-trunk-latch","label":"Trunk latch failure and recall part availability","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11421816","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Rio. The contact stated while attempting to open the rear trunk a clicking noise was heard coming from the trunk as the trunk failed to open. The contact attempted multiple times to open the trunk but it would not open…","quote_2_odi":"11442870","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Rio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V622000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available…","quote_3_odi":"11454745","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was recalled for a \"interior trunk release\" issue. My trunk will not open at all anymore…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2019-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag failure to deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11205794","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2019 KIA RIO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH IN THE RIGHT LANE, ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED FROM THE CENTER LANE AND CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11377300","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA RIO, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 42 MPH, WHILE IN THE LEFT LANE TO GO STRAIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11533077","quote_3_text":"Victim was hit head on by a truck. Victim was going 10-15mph truck faster. Victim was t-boned on the driver side at the front tire. The entire front fender and frame were damaged. Victim sub-stained a bad shoulder injury and ptsd. Air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2019-door-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Door and trunk latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11732793","quote_1_text":"2019 Kia Rio Hatchback trunk latch failure buzzing actuator but won't open emergency release does not work dealer says not covered under recall #21V622000 which covers the trunk for 4 door 2019 Kia Rio","quote_2_odi":"11455764","quote_2_text":"The driver interior door latch will not fully retract","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2019-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure and oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11705721","quote_1_text":"The engine experienced a rod bearing failure resulting in internal engine damage and sudden loss of normal engine operation","quote_2_odi":"11710569","quote_2_text":"On the morning of October 15th, the oil light of my 2019 Kia Rio came on, immediately followed by extreme engine noise, just before the engine locked","quote_3_odi":"11538782","quote_3_text":"My car is only 3 years old 70k miles.. I have regularly serviced and never had any issues until all of a sudden I was driving I heard a sound and my hood started smoking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2019-ignition-theft-vulnerability","label":"Ignition vulnerable to theft despite anti-theft update","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11559775","quote_1_text":"My car had been broken into and was attempted to be stolen on December 22, 2022","quote_2_odi":"11483569","quote_2_text":"On 09/08/2022 my 2019 Kia Rio was stolen due to a flaw in the ignition that allows thieves to easily start the vehicle with a phone charger","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"kia-rio-2019-steering-drift-pull","label":"Steering pull and vehicle drift","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11277536","quote_1_text":"STEERING HAS AN INTERMITTENT PULL TO THE LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11171552","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DRIFTS ALL OVER THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-brake-master-cylinder-degradation","label":"Brake master cylinder and pedal feel degradation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11690648","quote_1_text":"Upon stopping at a red light and or stop sign, when applying brakes, the car continues to move forward, even after pumping the brakes. Vehicle has been diagnosed by a certified auto mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11543523","quote_2_text":"I believe my Kia Rio S falls victim to the recall 2020 Kia Rio models have faced. Brake performance has been severely degraded on my vehicle over the past few weeks despite doing all recommended maintenance","quote_3_odi":"11622150","quote_3_text":"Recall SC223 Brake master cylinder. Rough metal edges can pinatrate Seals causing leaks poor braking functionality. NHTSA Capaign ID# 21V936000. Nov.30th.2021, 87 vehicles effected. Clay Cooley kia refused to honor the recall and fix the problem with my vehicle on 10/25/2024","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-electrical-smoke-fire","label":"Electrical wiring smoke and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11653010","quote_1_text":"I went into a rural King store to shop when I came back out my car was completely filled with smoke. I opened the front passengerdoor and the smoke hit me in the face it was so thick and green it was just it took my breath","quote_2_odi":"11647263","quote_2_text":"I came out of a store last week and there was smoke inside my car and when I opened the door there was a hole down by the door frame on the passenger side that it burned all the way through to the frame of the car and now my lights are flashing on and off and sometimes a","quote_3_odi":"11464361","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Rio. The contact stated the vehicle was parked at her residence, when entering inside the cab, she noticed the gear shaft was melted. The contact stated she did not visibly see fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-exterior-lighting-electrical-failure","label":"Exterior lighting electrical failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11486648","quote_1_text":"The Passenger Headlight has water inside it, and water vapor. The connections for the light blubs is corroding","quote_2_odi":"11446245","quote_2_text":"marker lights on the right side won't work both went off line and licence light same side is out same time and bulbs ,fuse replaced and still not working the kia service will not fix in kia of manharttan in kansas andi have 68,000 miles and they didn't offer a basic warrantty to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-powertrain-stall-hesitation","label":"Power train stalling and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11725043","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Rio. The contact stated that while coming to a stoplight, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle did not need to be restarted","quote_2_odi":"11425950","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Rio. The contact stated that he was a former service technician and that while driving and stopping at a stoplight, the traffic light turned green and the contact depressed the accelerator pedal however, the vehicle idled and stalled for a few seconds","quote_3_odi":"11665742","quote_3_text":"I was driving up a hill and it would not go past 20-30 mph, and the rpm will sometimes go up when not accelerating. The transmission does not shift when driving and will sometimes make the car stop and go stop and go continuously","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-restraint-system-crash-failure","label":"Airbag and seat belt non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11445666","quote_1_text":"Rear ended a car at 60 mph on black ice and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11418755","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Rio. The contact stated while driving through an intersection, another vehicle ran a red light and crashed into the left front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the seat belt detached from the base. The air bags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Rio","model_slug":"rio","cluster_id":"rio-2020-steering-pull-drift","label":"Electronic power steering pull and drift","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11521447","quote_1_text":"There has not been an incident yet but i don’t know who else to talk to. I am a FedEx Delivery driver and driver the largest Delivery truck made for FedEx and am fine with it ask day. However, the steering on my car is down right dangerous. My car drifts all over the road","quote_2_odi":"11417988","quote_2_text":"my 2020 kia rio pulls to the left. it is not the tires the wheel alignment or the brakes. it has electronic power steering. other 2020 kia rios built after mine were fixed with a download. the car is dangerous so i drive in the right lane","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/rio","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2010-abs-module-unintended-accel","label":"ABS module failure with unintended acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11655599","quote_1_text":"My 2010 Kia Sedona has a major problem with the brakes. I had a problem with the brake pedal sinking too far. I took it to a local mechanic. This mechanic installed a new master cylinder. Two days later the brakes started to grab. The brakes were activating without my foot on","quote_2_odi":"10972249","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ENGAGED. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, THE EMERGENCY BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO","quote_3_odi":"10470538","quote_3_text":"WAS ON HIGHWAY HEADING INTO CONSTRUCTION ZONE , TAPPED BRAKES TO DISENGAGE CRUISE CONTROL, CC DID NOT DISENGAGE. HEAVILY PRESSED BRAKES, CC WOULD NOT DISENGAGE. VEHICLE IS ACTUALLY ACCELERATING EVERY TIME I STEP ON BRAKE. ABS/ESC LIGHTS COME ON. ULTIMATELY ABLE TO DISENGAGE CC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2010-powertrain-speed-control-failure","label":"Powertrain and vehicle speed control response failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10965768","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS THE ACCELERATOR STOPS WORKING. THERE IS A MILD POPPING SENSATION AND THE GAS PEDAL NO LONGER HAS ANY EFFECT. THE CAR CONTINUES TO RUN, BUT SLOWS DOWN NATURALLY AND WILL EVENTUALLY SLOW TO ABOUT 10MPH. IF YOU TURN THE VEHICLE OFF AND RESTART IT","quote_2_odi":"11570715","quote_2_text":"My vehicle transmission valve body shift solenoid D has malfunctioning causing my engine overheat and nearly explode","quote_3_odi":"10392904","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE, THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL FORWARD ABNORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE OR PROVIDE A REMEDY FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2010-recall-fluid-leak-fire","label":"Fluid leak and fire following recall repair","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11388907","quote_1_text":"MANUFACTURER RECALL CODE SC186 REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED ON 7/2/20. RECALL WAS DUE TO FLUID LEAKING FROM ABS INTO THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND COULD CAUSE CAR TO CATCH FIRE.. ON 12/21/20, POWER STEERING PUMP REPLACED AND 4 NEW TIRES INSTALLED. ALL SERVICE/REPAIR DONE AT DEALERSHIP. ON","quote_2_odi":"11366415","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SEDONA, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FUEL LINE DETACHED WHILE DRIVING, NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COSTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED WHEN SHE LOOK UNDER THE VEHICLE THERE WERE SPARKS AND FLAME. THE CONTACT MENTIONED","quote_3_odi":"11423069","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Kia Sedona. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer, where it was being serviced under manufacturer recall number: SC135. The contact stated after the vehicle was serviced, she started to smell exhaust fumes inside and outside the vehicle. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2010-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door and tailgate latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11736906","quote_1_text":"The sliding doors have a rubber piece that over time, gets stuck and causes the door to not latch and close, leaving the door to come open as you are driving. This has been a known issue with these sliding doors on my Kia Sedona. This is highly unsafe due to the ability of the","quote_2_odi":"10661627","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SLIDING DOORS WOULD NOT LATCH AND AUTOMATICALLY OPENED DURING COLD WEATHER. THE FAILURE OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"11153616","quote_3_text":"THERE IS NO WAY TO GET OUT OF THE TAILGATE ON THIS VEHICLE, AND NO WAY TO OPEN THE TAILGATE AT ALL. WHILE SITTING STILL, WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING AND WITHOUT THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE TAILGATE WILL NOT UNLOCK IN ANY OF THE THREE UNLOCKING MODES: USING THE REMOTE FOB, USING THE KEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2010-tire-wheel-air-loss","label":"Tire and wheel air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2011-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10410309","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY 2010 KIA SEDONA TO SEARS TODAY. I HAVE HAD IT AT SEARS BEFORE AND AT THE KIA DEALERSHIP 3 TIMES. ALL OF MY TIRE KEEPS LOSING AIR. AFTER A BREAKDOWN OF ONE TIRE TODAY, SEARS DETERMINED IT IS A IMPERFECTION OF THE WHEEL IS WELDED TOGETHER. THEY EXAMINED A SECOND WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10410253","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SEDONA EQUIPPED WITH KUHMO 225/70/R16 (N/A) TIRES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE CONSTANTLY GOING FLAT. AFTER ALLOWING THE VEHICLE TO REMAIN PARKED OVERNIGHT, THE CONTACT WOULD RETURN AND NOTICE THE TIRES WERE FLAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-control-arm-corrosion","label":"Front suspension control arm corrosion and fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11536638","quote_1_text":"I had no prior knowledge of this problem. When backing my van out of the garage my front driver side tire blew out. This was caused by the strut spring breaking and poking a hole through the sidewall of the tire","quote_2_odi":"11501818","quote_2_text":"both control arms broke and the front tires were ruined. The tow truck driver said they are lucky , they didn't get hurt because if they were going faster , they would have lost control and rolled the van","quote_3_odi":"11491347","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving approximately 40 MPH, she heard a loud squealing sound coming from the front tires. The contact stated her daughter pulled off the road into a parking and heard a loud crack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-door-latch-failure","label":"Doors and sliding doors failing to latch or open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11097599","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, ALL THE DOORS ON THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY OPENED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOOR AUDIBLE INDICATOR WAS HEARD FREQUENTLY WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN THE FAILURE OCCURRED","quote_2_odi":"10730885","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT HAD TO ABRUPTLY STOP AND CLOSE THE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11229218","quote_3_text":"THE DOORS WILL NOT LATCH AND RANDOMLY OPEN WHILE DRIVING! THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD AS MY KIDS ARE PASSENGERS IN THE VAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-electrical-power-loss","label":"Alternator and battery failures causing total power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11352819","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND SHUTOFF WITH THE ABS, BATTERY, BRAKES AND CHECK-ENGINE WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11283158","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS LOSING ALL POWER WHILE DRIVING. THIS LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WHEN I WAS TURNING ONTO A BUSY STREET! THE FIRST TIME THE MECHANIC REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR. THAT LASTED 3 DAYS. THE MECHANIC THOUGHT IT WAS A DEFECTIVE PART SO HE REPLACED IT","quote_3_odi":"11331909","quote_3_text":"WHEN YESTERDAY JUNE 30TH 2020 THE BRAKE LIGHT AND THE BATTERY LIGHT CAME ON I DIDN'T QUITE UNDERSTAND WHY THIS WAS BECAUSE I HAD NEVER APPLIED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE I HAD THE BATTERY CHECK OIL ALL FLUIDS AND THEY SAID THAT EVERYTHING WAS GOOD THAT IT COULD HAVE BEEN A RECALL WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-engine-failure","label":"Engine stalling and failure at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11173657","quote_1_text":"AT 109K MILES, THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A KNOCKING SOUND. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED A WORN OUT ROD BEARING, AND STATED THE ENGINE WOULD LIKELY FAIL IN THE NEAR FUTURE","quote_2_odi":"10971191","quote_2_text":"AT 101,000 MILES THE ENGINE BLEW UP. AS I WAS DRIVING I HEARD A LOUD KNOCKING SOUND AND ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD ILLUMINATED. I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. I HAD OUR VAN TOWED TO THE NEAREST KIA DEALERSHIP WHERE I WAS TOLD, 3 DAYS LATER, THAT OUR ENGINE BLEW UP","quote_3_odi":"10432741","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED TO MONITOR THE SITUATION BECAUSE THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-fuel-rail-leak","label":"Cracked fuel rail causing gasoline leaks and odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11311975","quote_1_text":"STARTING ABOUT FEB 10, 2020, A RAW GASOLINE SMELL WAS NOTICED WHEN MY 2011 KIA SEDONA LX VEHICLE STOPPED AT STOP LIGHTS OR WHEN ENGINE TURNED OFF AFTER RETURNING HOME. SMELL DISSIPATED AFTER SEVERAL MINUTES WITH ENGINE OFF","quote_2_odi":"11124159","quote_2_text":"THE FUEL INJECTOR RAIL UNDER THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAS CRACKED BETWEEN THE FIRST AND SECOND INJECTORS (AS COUNTING FROM THE SERPENTINE BELT SIDE OF ENGINE). MY WIFE AND I NOTICED THIS ON SEPTEMBER 1ST, 2018 BECAUSE OF A STRONG GAS SMELL AFTER OUR VAN WAS PARKED","quote_3_odi":"11002534","quote_3_text":"CRACK IN THE FUEL RAIL. PROFUSE LEAKING OF GASOLINE ABOVE THE ENGINE WHEN THE CAR IS ON. IMMEDIATE DANGER OF CATCHING FIRE MAKING IT DANGEROUS TO DRIVE. MECHANIC DUMBFOUNDED THAT THE RAIL PIPE IS MADE OF PLASTIC AND NOT METAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-oil-pressure-sensor-leak","label":"Oil pressure sending unit and switch leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11351031","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT, MOST NOTABLY ON COLD START OR STARTING A FEW HOURS APART. THE OIL CHANGED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE MANUFACTURERS RECOMMENDATION, NEVER THE LESS THE OIL PRESSURE SWITCH BLEW TWICE AND WAS CHANGED WITH DEALER PART EACH TIME","quote_2_odi":"10759004","quote_2_text":"THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON WHILE I WAS IDLING. I HAD IT LOOKED AT AND WAS TOLD THAT THE OIL SENDING UNIT/ OIL SENSOR SWITCH WAS LEAKING OIL. THE OIL LEAKS OUT FASTER THAN YOU CAN PUT IT IN. IT'S A 3 BOOK HOUR JOB TO REPLACE. THE PART COST IS BETWEEN $30-$60","quote_3_odi":"10701639","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT IT LEAKED ALMOST A QUART OF OIL. THE OIL WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED CONTINUOUSLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2011-speed-control-and-park-shift","label":"Unintended acceleration and inability to shift out of park","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10480361","quote_1_text":"2011 KIA SEDONA IS THE FIRST KIA I HAVE PURCHASED. ON JUNE 22, 2012, I WAS RETURNING HOME; LIVING ON A HILL I SLOWLY (LESS THAN 10 MPH) TURNED TO THE RIGHT INTO MY DRIVEWAY, WHEN SUDDENLY, WITH NO WARNING, THAT VAN ACCELERATED MAKING A LOUD ROAR","quote_2_odi":"11139523","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11192050","quote_3_text":"WHILE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE, ONCE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, IT RANDOMLY REFUSES TO MOVE INTO PARK. MUST KEEP FOOT ON BRAKE WHILE FIGHTING WITH VEHICLE TO TRY TO GET IT INTO PARK. THIS HAPPENS FREQUENTLY BUT RANDOMLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-air-bag-warning-non-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10706640","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT WHEN PULLING OUT BY ANOTHER CAR AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH. OTHER CAR AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. MY KIA DID NOT DEPLOY ANY AIR BAGS","quote_2_odi":"10658791","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER CONDITIONS, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT, CRASHED INTO A CURB, AND ROLLED OVER. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11130326","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR HAD BEEN PERMANENTLY ILLUMINATED SINCE MARCH OF 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-blower-motor-wiring-fire","label":"Blower motor wiring harness melting and smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11119397","quote_1_text":"WIRING HARNESS CONNECTIONS ARE MELTED AT THE BLOWER MOTOR AND RESISTOR. ALSO DID ON MY 06 SEDONA. WORRIED ABOUT A FIRE. THE CIRCUIT IS NOT SIZED RIGHT. THERE ARE A LOT OF COMPLAINTS ON LINE ABOUT THIS","quote_2_odi":"11067069","quote_2_text":"2012 KIA SEDONA HEATER WIRE HARNESS ON DRIVE SIDE FAILED AND MELTED ALL THE WIRES UNDER THE DASH. MECHANIC STATED IT COULD HAVE CAUGHT ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"10643729","quote_3_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING THE CAR WITH MY GRANDSON IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. SMOKE CAME OUT OF THE AIR CONDITIONING VENTS AND A FIRE STARTED IN THE WIRING BELOW THE DASH ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-engine-oil-leak-failure","label":"Engine oil leak and oil pressure sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11165445","quote_1_text":"HAD PURCHASED A 2012 KIA SEDONA. WORK OUT FINE FOR THE FIRST FEW YRS OF OWNERSHIP. STARTED NOTICING WHITE SMOKE AT ENGINE START","quote_2_odi":"10971659","quote_2_text":"LARGE PLUMES OF WHITE SMOKE FROM EXCESSIVE ENGINE SLUDGE BUILDUP IN MOTOR, TOWED IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY CLAIM IMPROPER MAINTENANCE IS THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11455241","quote_3_text":"I have replaced my Oil Pressure sensor two times due to oil leaks since I have owned the vehicle at my own expense. I say a recall for the exact problem (19V101) for 2011-2012 KIA Sedona","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-fuel-rail-leak-recall-delay","label":"Fuel rail leak and delayed recall repair parts","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11327772","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V101000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11316246","quote_2_text":"GAS SMELL IN CAR 11/2017 WHILE IN MOTION. EXPERIENCING A SORT OF 'HESITATION', LIKE WANTING TO STALL. BROUGHT TO DEALER. DEALER IDENTIFIED ISSUE- CRACK IN FUEL RAIL, LEAKING ON ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11246469","quote_3_text":"WE DISCOVERED A FUEL LEAKAGE AFTER GETTING GAS, BUT DID NOT DISCOVER THIS LEAK UNTIL AFTER DRIVING HOME FROM THE GAS STATION. THERE WAS A STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE AND WE NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WENT DOWN RATHER QUICKLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-shifter-stuck-in-park","label":"Gear shifter failure to move out of park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11141856","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS ENGAGED IN PARK AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NO LONGER DEPRESSED, IT WENT INTO REVERSE ON ITS OWN","quote_2_odi":"11120843","quote_2_text":"DROVE HOME FROM CHURCH AND TRIED TO GO SOMEWHERE AND THE VAN IS STUCK IN PARK. WILL NOT SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR WHEN YOU PUSH IN ON THE BUTTON","quote_3_odi":"10882051","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR LEVER FAILED TO SHIFT FROM THE PARK POSITION TO ANY DESIRED SELECTION UNTIL AFTER NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Power sliding door and tailgate latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10439152","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE SLIDING DOORS AND THE REAR HATCH DOOR OPENED HAPHAZARDLY. THE DEALER MADE TWO ATTEMPTS TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE PERSISTED","quote_2_odi":"11351348","quote_2_text":"THE SLIDING DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WOULD NOT LATCH VIA POWER CONTROL. IT WOULD CLOSE MANUALLY TO THE POINT WHERE IT WAS DIFFICULT TO RE-OPEN AGAIN (REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO PULL THE DOOR OPEN), HOWEVER OVERHEAD LIGHTS REMAINED ON AND THE CAR WAS BEEPING","quote_3_odi":"11488589","quote_3_text":"The passenger door will not open from the inside by pulling on the handle or pushing the door open button. Pulling on the outside door handle will not open the door as well. The remote wont open them as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle response failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10439344","quote_1_text":"LET ME BEGIN BY PREFACING THAT THIS IS OUR 2ND SEDONA, AND WE PURCHASED BOTH BRAND NEW. WE HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR 4 MONTHS, AND IT ONLY HAS APPX. 6000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER","quote_2_odi":"10454802","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SEDONA. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11634335","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while attempting to parallel park and gear in drive, the vehicle independently accelerated violently while lightly depressing the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-airbag-malfunction","label":"Air bag warning light or non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11034317","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. WHILE STATIONARY, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. H&H KIA IN OMAHA, NEBRASKA DIAGNOSED THAT A SENSOR INSIDE THE PASSENGER SEAT TRACK WAS FAULTY AND THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11435612","quote_2_text":"I was involved in an auto accident on September 28, 2021 which totalled my 2014 Kia Sedona. The crash was severe and was a front impact accident which spun the van 45 degrees and into a tree branch. None of the airbags on the vehicle deployed","quote_3_odi":"11514072","quote_3_text":"PLEASE DO RECALL ON THIS 2014 KIA Sedona, only 53,000 miles, for bad airbag system 2014 KIA airbag light on instr panel comes on, then off, then stays on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-auto-door-unlock","label":"Doors unlock automatically without driver command","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10873796","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN PARK AND ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, ALL DOORS INDEPENDENTLY UNLOCKED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"11096623","quote_2_text":"WHEN VAN IS PUT IN PARK, THE LOCKS UNLOCK AUTOMATICALLY. WHEN WE STOP TO LET SOMEONE OUT OF THE VAN IT UNLOCKS, AND IT LOCKS ON IT'S OWN AFTER A MIN OR TWO WHEN WE GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE. I'VE BEEN LOCKED OUT WHEN GETTING GAS OR WALKING AWAY","quote_3_odi":"10876358","quote_3_text":"CYBER SAFETY ALERT - BAD SOFTWARE UNLOCKS ALL DOORS 100X /DAY COUNTERMANDING DRIVER INPUT: PLEASE MAKE THIS A RECALL TO FORCE THEM TO FIX THIS VERY DANGEROUS OCCUPANT SAFETY PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system faults in wiring, starter, and lighting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11387526","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER DAUGHTER IN LAW WAS DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT PANEL BEGAN TO SMOKE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11269011","quote_2_text":"PARKED ON STREET, WENT TO START VEHICLE AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. HAD PASSENGER LOOK UNDERNEATH AFTER TESTING BATTERY CHARGE AND OTHER ELECTRICAL FUNCTION. TRIED TO START AGAIN. THE STARTER WAS THROWING SPARKS","quote_3_odi":"11567429","quote_3_text":"Intermittent brake light reporting since November and repaired for leaking Fluid. December it continued and been leaking brake fluid. 3 seperate repair companies assessed and found the same issue that the brake module needs to be replaced and electrical compromised","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-engine-failure","label":"Internal engine failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11245630","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION","quote_2_odi":"11308162","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS BEEN BURNING AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL AND SMOKES VERY BADLY WHEN FIRST STARTED FOR OVER ALMOST 2 YEARS. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT STARTED COMING ON RECENTLY AND CAR RUNS ROUGH AND SHUTS OFF","quote_3_odi":"11760312","quote_3_text":"In XXX, my 2014 Kia Sedona suffered a catastrophic internal engine failure matching the known 3.3L Lambda V6 factory defect","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-sliding-door-latch","label":"Power sliding door or tailgate fails to latch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11407244","quote_1_text":"THE SLIDING PASSENGER DOORS OF THE VAN DO NOT COMPLETELY LATCH. DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WHEN DOOR ALARM STARTS GOING OFF AND SLIDING DOOR STARTS OPENING UP. AT THAT POINT I HAVE TO PULL OVER AND POWER OFF THE DOORS AND TRY TO GET THEM TO LATCH WITH POWER AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11476732","quote_2_text":"The sliding doors of the Van do not stay closed. We could be driving down the road when they open and the chime starts going off","quote_3_odi":"11112884","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER ELECTRIC SLIDING DOOR DOESN'T STAY CLOSED IT OPENS WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. THE CHIME WILL SOUND WHILE DRIVING DOWN ANY ROAD AND THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT COMES ON. THE ELECTRIC PART DOESN'T WORK IT'S LIKE A LATCH ISN'T HOLDING THE DOOR CLOSED ANY LONGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Unintended acceleration, deceleration, or stalling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10606903","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE SURGED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. A RAPID INCREASE IN THE RPMS ALSO OCCURRED DURING THE MALFUNCTION","quote_2_odi":"10664764","quote_2_text":"AT VARIOUS TIMES WHEN WE DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL THE ENGINE WILL NOT RESPOND. UNTIL WE TAP ON THE PEDAL SEVERAL TIMES THEN THE ENGINE RPM'S WILL ADVANCE","quote_3_odi":"11063476","quote_3_text":"THE CARS ACCELERATOR STUCK AT 30 MILES PER HOUR , IT WOULD GO NO FASTER AND NO SLOWER. IF I TURNED THE ENGINE OFF , WAITED 5 MINUTES AND TURNED THE ENGINE ON AGAIN THE ACCELERATOR OPERATED NORMALLY FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES THEN WENT BACK TO 30MPH AND WOULD GO NO FASTER OR SLOWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2014-visibility-component-failure","label":"Windshield, sunroof, and wiper component failures","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721501","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving in sunlight, the contact became aware of bubbles on the windshield, causing blurred vision while driving","quote_2_odi":"11244274","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10824552","quote_3_text":"MY WIPER MOTOR HAD TO BE REPAIRED TWICE BECAUSE OF SNOW AT A COST OF $168.00 I HAVE HAD MANY CARS AND NONE THAT COULD NOT BE USED IN THE SNOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11603531","quote_1_text":"I was driving at approximately 20-25 mph when both side curtain airbags deployed. There was no collision or sudden stops. There were no warning lights or symptoms before or after the incident. My battery had been replaced at a local shop 4-5 hours prior to the incident","quote_2_odi":"11020003","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND WONT GO OFF. IT USED TO COME ON OCCASIONALLY BUT IT JUST STARTED TO BE ON CONSTANTLY RECENTLY. ALSO THE PASSENGER AIR BAG IS STUCK ON. ITS SUPPOSED TO LIGHT UP OFF WHEN NO ONE IS SEATED","quote_3_odi":"11165151","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON AND STAYS ON. IT USE TO ONLY COME ON EVERY ONCE AND A WHILE BUT NOW STAYS ON ALL THE TIME. ALSO THE PASSENGER AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHT IS NOT WORKING CORRECTLY. THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT LIGHT FLASHES WHEN THERE IS NO ONE IN THE SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-engine-failure","label":"Engine stall or failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11661763","quote_1_text":"Engine blew a rod without warning or service light indication. The vehicle is available for inspection. My two children and I were put at risk due to the nature of the engine failure and being able to safely navigate the vehicle off of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11605319","quote_2_text":"Engine popped started to shake would not go over 2000 rpm. Pulled over and had car towed home","quote_3_odi":"11685132","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated. No warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the thermostat gauge indicated that the engine was overheating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight flicker or shutoff while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11530922","quote_1_text":"While traveling home with five others after dark the headlights just went out on a very dark highway. Before we could safely pull over they came back on","quote_2_odi":"11446764","quote_2_text":"There have been several times recently when both of the headlights flicker on and off while driving or while parked over the past 2 weeks. Most of the time it seems to happen when using the turn signal, but not always","quote_3_odi":"11161882","quote_3_text":"FOR ABOUT 6 WKS NOW WHILE DRIVING SPECIALLY AT NIGHT MY HEADLIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY FLICKER OFF AND ON, AND THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL TIMES WHERE THE AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS JUST TURN OFF AND STAY OFF. IT HAS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING AND WHILE PARKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-seat-latch-failure","label":"Second and third row seat track latch failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11462919","quote_1_text":"The passenger side second row outside seat is not latching into place appropriately and thus slides forward and back in the track upon breaking or accelerating. We did not know it became faulty until my 5 year old was seated while driving","quote_2_odi":"11473083","quote_2_text":"I have already submitted a claim regarding my passenger side middle seat not locking into the track and having a significant safety concern. On July 1st my sister in law was sitting in the back (middle drivers side captains chair this time) while driving","quote_3_odi":"11575069","quote_3_text":"We have had multiple seat latches fail on our vehicle. We have attempted to WD40 the mechanism and have ensured there is nothing in the tract but the second row passenger seat as well as the larger drivers side third row seat are not latching onto the tract","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-sliding-door-latch","label":"Power sliding door failure to latch or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11743899","quote_1_text":"Right side sliding became stuck in closed position. Door was not openable by inside nor outside door handles. Not openable by automatic means such as push button. This situation slowed egress and could be a safety issue during emergency evacuation","quote_2_odi":"11113000","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR GRINDS WHEN ATTEMPTING ELECTRONIC CLOSURE. SOMETIMES IT DOESNT CLOSE COMPLETELY. ON THIS OCCASION, DOOR WAS COMPLETELY CLOSED, NO DOOR LIGHT ON, AND WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE DOOR ELECTRONICALLY OPENED WHILE AT SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11162118","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL SLIDING DOORS DO NOT PROPERLY CLOSE ALL THE TIME AND CAN POP OPEN WHILE DRIVING. SO I HAVE TO GET OUT AND CLOSE THE DOOR BY HAND. THIS HAS HAPPEND ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS SINCE NOVEMBER OF 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-turn-signal-wrong-direction","label":"Turn signal indicating wrong direction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11418929","quote_1_text":"When pushing the turn signal down while the vehicle is in motion to go left, it either doesn’t blink or switches to the right blinker. This nearly caused an accident the other day when a car nearly hit the back of my van with my 6 kids in it","quote_2_odi":"11221961","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: OUR 2015 KIA SEDONA'S WHEN IN MOTION OR STATIONARY, THE TURN SIGNAL COMPONENT DOES NOT SIGNAL THE DIRECTION WE HAVE SELECTED. WHEN I CHOOSE LEFT TURN IT SIGNALS RIGHT TURN","quote_3_odi":"11327630","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 KIA SEDONA SX-L HAS DEVELOPED A RANDOM ISSUE WHEN THE LEFT TURN SIGNAL FUNCTION IS ACTUATED (AND NOT THE RIGHT). SYMPTOMS INCLUDE THE LEFT SIGNAL NOT OPERATING AT ALL, OR WHEN THE LEFT SIGNAL IS DEPRESSED BUT THE RIGHT SIGNAL BLINKS RAPIDLY THREE TIMES INSTEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2015-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire originating in engine compartment","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11749889","quote_1_text":"Was driving down the road with zero issues known, no check engine light, and only 114K miles. There was a sudden noise that was quiet so I turned down the radio, and then within 2 seconds or so a loud bang occurred, followed by a lot of smoke","quote_2_odi":"11463442","quote_2_text":"We were driving and pulled over to a grocery store and noticed that the dash lights were going crazy and then the cabin started to fill with a little smoke and then the car shut off. The doors would not open and the car had no power at all. We were finally to get us and our kids","quote_3_odi":"11556038","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was parked in garage and caught on fire. Garage, vehicle, and all contents were a complete loss. Total loss of garage and property excluding the vehicle is around $75,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-engine-fire","label":"Engine fire following oil-related failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11463531","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH there was raddling noise and then flames. The check engine light came on. The engine immediately caught on fire.…","quote_2_odi":"11666747","quote_2_text":"On Tuesday June 10, 2025 at approximately 11:43 am, while heading north on 75 at mile marker 148, my 2016 Kia Sedona caught fire. I initially became aware of a problem while heading southbound on 75.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-engine-oil-loss-failure","label":"Engine failure from undetected oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11693607","quote_1_text":"Van completely locked up on me. Oil dipstick no oil, seems this is an issue and a Kia problem. Seems I need a new engine. Regular oil changes with no issues prior to this happening to me.","quote_2_odi":"11661034","quote_2_text":"The 3.3l v6 failed with no warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant leakage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11591490","quote_1_text":"Blown head gasket, possible head bolt issue.","quote_2_odi":"11581152","quote_2_text":"Head bolts pulled out of block causing head gasket to fail needing engine replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-headlights-shutoff","label":"Headlights shutting off while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11496530","quote_1_text":"Headlights will randomly turn off and flicker on and off. Has happened multiple times and on dark roads","quote_2_odi":"11443162","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the headlights would turn off without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and the headlights regained functionality however, shortly thereafter the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-occupant-detection-airbag","label":"Front passenger occupant detection airbag fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11570364","quote_1_text":"Airbag warning light repeatedly coming on. First time told harness under seat problem paid then reimbursed as recall.…","quote_2_odi":"11523023","quote_2_text":"* The red airbag dash light comes on only when there is a passenger in the front passenger seat.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-park-gear-shift-failure","label":"Gear shift lever failure to hold Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11701714","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, and the gear shift lever was moved to Park(P) but failed to lock in place. The contact stated that the vehicle started to roll backwards.…","quote_2_odi":"11436724","quote_2_text":"On September 28, 2021 we found out the hard way that our minivan's gear shift could be moved from the parked position to reverse, neutral and forward without having the car turned on and without needing to have a foot pressed on the break.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Power sliding door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11524771","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the passenger’s side sliding door failed to lock and opened. The door ajar warning light was illuminated. The contact had to manually close the door.…","quote_2_odi":"11468317","quote_2_text":"2016 KIA SEDONA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DEFECTIVE POWER SLIDING DOOR. THE CONSUMER STATED THE POWER SLIDING DOORS WOULD NOT PROPERLY CLOSE. THE DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE WHEN THE DOORS WERE SHUT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2016-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Taillight housing water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":291,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670277","quote_1_text":"Rain water continually collects in both brakelight/taillight assemblies at the rear of the van. This causes the bulbs for the turn signal and brake light to burn out. This has been an issue since we purchased the vehicle in 2016.…","quote_2_odi":"11501711","quote_2_text":"The taillight housings accumulate standing water due to cracking of the plastic on the back of the tail light housing. This water leads to corrosion of the brake light bulb socket, which then leads to an inoperative brake light.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-airbag-module-defect","label":"Front passenger air bag module defect","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11675356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that upon start of the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed, and the dealer discovered that the front passenger's side","quote_2_odi":"11542706","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, there were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the cause of the failure could not be determined","quote_3_odi":"11595300","quote_3_text":"Airbag warning light stays illuminated when the vehicle is on. KIA mailed me a 2017-2018 MY KIA SEDONA VEHICLES ILLUMINATION OF AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT NEW VEHICLE LIMITED WARRANTY EXTENSION letter. Dealer (Dyer KIA, Lake Wales, FL) refuses to honor the warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11736979","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the contact the oil light illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated independently. The contact mention he pulled over to the right side of the road, exited the vehicle and when he lifted the hood","quote_2_odi":"11707879","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that after parking in his driveway, there was white smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact is handicapped and was assisted by his wife to exit the vehicle safely","quote_3_odi":"11556486","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway, the engine stopped working; smoke, metal fragments and oil came out of the front of the car leading to zero visibility. We were extremely lucky that we were able to quickly navigate out of traffic, stop the car on the side of the highway and get all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-engine-rod-bearing-seizure","label":"Engine rod-bearing failure and sudden seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11713242","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Kia Sedona has has regular oil changes about every 3000 miles. I was not due for an oil change quite yet and a ticking noise coming from the engine started to occur. I made an appointment at the Kia dealership right away","quote_2_odi":"11618764","quote_2_text":"my engine blew while driving on the highway April 2023. my connecting rod snapped. no check engine light or oil warning light ever came on prior to this happening. I had maintained oil changes every 2000 miles since purchase","quote_3_odi":"11440479","quote_3_text":"Engine turned off unexpectedly while driving. It has happened twice since owning the car (bought September 2021). Both instances occurred while I was slowing down into a turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11705212","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption","quote_2_odi":"11687085","quote_2_text":"Burning through oil faster than it should, needing to feel up oil every week, has been confirmed by an auto repair shop","quote_3_odi":"11626877","quote_3_text":"Motor has been consuming oil.all oil and maintence was done to this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-head-gasket-bolt-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket and head bolt failure with coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11623997","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Sedona. The contact noticed a green puddle underneath the vehicle with the low coolant message displayed. The vehicle was initially taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was informed that either the head gasket or the entire engine needed","quote_2_odi":"11527550","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Kia Sedona LX engine is faulty, and the head gasket has blown. My car has less than 100,000 miles (95,560). I have gone online and learned that many Kia Sedona owners have reported faulty engine complaints regarding Kia Sedona","quote_3_odi":"11731432","quote_3_text":"Same defect on NHTSA (Investigation PE23-019) my vehicle is 1 month outside of the manufacturing date listed, having the same issues, but they will not cover it-even though the same engine is in it. KIA bulletin WTY039 Vehicle is overheating, coolant is bubbling","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight bulb failure and lights going dark","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11448285","quote_1_text":"Driving home at night my main headlights randomly turned off while moving and went completely dark. The headlight setting was set to always on at the time of the incident. I quickly tried flipping to the auto setting and the head lights came back on","quote_2_odi":"11429210","quote_2_text":"Both low beam H7 bulbs have blown out 3 times each. I have used Basic bulbs, and more expensive bulbs and both have failed within several months. I have used gloves when installing them avoiding touching the glass each time","quote_3_odi":"11351050","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD THE LOW BEAMS STOPPED WORKING ON MY 2017 KIA SEDONA, REPLACED BOTH LIGHT BULBS AND THEY STILL DO NOT WORK, THE HIGH BEAMS WORK NOT THE LOW BEAMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-paint-peeling-body-panels","label":"Paint peeling from body panels","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11676139","quote_1_text":"The Sedona is showing paint damage on the rear trunk door. The unit is white. It is starting to flake where the glass ends","quote_2_odi":"11606758","quote_2_text":"Unknown the paint is chipping and peeling around the whole vehicle. Auto shop said it shouldn't be doing that and it could be a painting error of the manufacturer","quote_3_odi":"11522468","quote_3_text":"Backdoor paint around the rear glass is peeling off. It seems may be an indication of a bigger issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"kia-sedona-2017-sliding-door-latch-failure","label":"Sliding door failure to latch or open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11487817","quote_1_text":"The left side sliding door does not completely latch when closing. I have looked for obstruction and do not see any","quote_2_odi":"11118334","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HATCH AND SLIDING DOORS FAILED TO CLOSE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. ADDITIONALLY, THE HATCH INADVERTENTLY CLOSED ON THE CONTACT'S BODY","quote_3_odi":"11025293","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 KIA SEDONA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR WAS SLIDING CLOSED, THE LEFT HAND OF THE CONTACT'S CHILD WAS SMASHED IN THE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11602819","quote_1_text":"Since shortly after buying the van we have been getting airbag warning lights. Just about every part of the system has been replaced, but the airbag light still comes back on","quote_2_odi":"11460521","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed and an unknown software was updated however, the vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"11506536","quote_3_text":"During the accident, the Air Bags did not employ. The Passenger fell forward and broke the windshield with her head, leading to a Concucussion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and seizure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11675165","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate, about an hour into the trip, there was a banging/tinging sound coming from the front of the van. Immediately the van was pulled off the road to assess the situation as there were NO WARNING MESSAGES OR LIGHTS that came on to alert of any problem","quote_2_odi":"11608210","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speed all the dashboard lights came on and the engine instantly quit. I managed to pull the wheel and coast to the side of the road, which was difficult with no power steering","quote_3_odi":"11727513","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is a 2018 Kia Sedona with approximately 122,000 miles that experienced a catastrophic engine failure resulting in complete engine seizure. The failure has been identified by an independent mechanic as a rod bearing issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11595189","quote_1_text":"10 mile drive to town. On return home, smoke began pouring from the engine compartment. Within 3-4 minutes flames came from grill area, and within 15 minutes entire car was engulfed in flames","quote_2_odi":"11687226","quote_2_text":"There was a fire under my minivan as my husband was driving it, creating smoke and flames. He lost power to the van and had to coast to the right side of the highway where he came to a stop with the flames occurring","quote_3_odi":"11471701","quote_3_text":"Our 2018 Kia Sedona SXL caught on fire in the engine compartment while driving. IT almost killed my wife (driver) and my 4 year old son. Car had been driven only 2 blocks after picking up my son from daycare","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-no-start-battery","label":"Intermittent no-start and battery discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11349652","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE DIES IF NOT DRIVEN FOR 5-6 DAYS. I BELIEVE THIS IS RELATED TO AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE IN THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR AS THIS DOES NOT HAPPEN IF YOU DON'T USE THE SLIDING DOOR. POTENTIALLY RELATED TO RECALL 18V338000","quote_2_odi":"11747931","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the air bag and the check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to start and was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with alternator failure; however, the battery was replaced","quote_3_odi":"11390707","quote_3_text":"2018NKIA SADONA HAVING ISSUES STARTING UP AFTER SITTING OVER NIGHT GET IN TRY TO START NO START BUT LIGHTS ON DASH TURN ON ENGINE NO CRANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-power-door-liftgate","label":"Power sliding door and liftgate operation faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11208350","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER SLIDING DOOR SENOR FAILED CAUSING THE CONTACT TO GET TRAPPED BETWEEN THE DOOR. THE FAILURE HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11277470","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WOULD OPEN AND CLOSE ON ITS OWN","quote_3_odi":"11460448","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the street, the smart lift automatically engaged and the contact was tramped in between her vehicle and another parked vehicle. The lift does not disengage when sensing a person when lifting or descending","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2018-tire-tread-separation","label":"Kumho tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11241300","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK VIOLENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIRE TREAD SEPARATED","quote_2_odi":"11361133","quote_2_text":"2 OF THE 4 KUMHO CRUGEN PREMIUM 235/60R18 TIRES ON OUR KIA SEDONA HAVE HAD TREAD SEPARATION. 21,000 MILES ON THE CAR SO FAR. CAR WAS IN MOTION AND EXPERIENCED RATTLING AND SHAKING EACH TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Side airbag fails to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11723849","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle was suddenly rear-ended when the other vehicle failed to stop. As a result, the vehicle was pushed into the vehicle in front. The driver-side and passenger-side air bags did not","quote_2_odi":"11592169","quote_2_text":"Side impact airbag didn't deploy causing head injury to driver. Van was hit at high speed by impaired driver who ran a red light. Van has hit from the driver's side in the engine compartment just in front of the driver. The engine was basically laying in the street after the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-brake-light-repeat-failure","label":"Brake light bulb fails repeatedly","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11567730","quote_1_text":"I have needed to replace the drivers side brake light almost every 3 months. I have seen many Kia Sedonas with that brake light out","quote_2_odi":"11522140","quote_2_text":"I had to replace the left brake light 4 times already. I see other Kia Sedonas that have the same brake light out all the time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-engine-oil-consumption-failure","label":"Engine burns oil or seizes, head bolts fail","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11755275","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine overheated. The vehicle was driven to the local dealer, who diagnosed that the engine head bolts had failed. The contact was","quote_2_odi":"11452719","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving 70 mph up a hill, he heard an abnormal noise, and then the vehicle was seized. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to park on the size of the vehicle and when exiting the","quote_3_odi":"11634804","quote_3_text":"The engine seems to be burning oil. After my last oil change, I had to replace three quarts of oil after driving 2,500 miles. Once previously, the engine oil got dangerously low (no oil showing on dipstick) even without the vehicle giving any indication of low oil. This could","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-fuel-odor-cabin-leak","label":"Fuel odor enters cabin from system leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11590999","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated while driving, he became aware of a strong and unpleasant fuel odor that made him and his granddaughter sick. The contact stated that the check engine warning light flashed on and off several times. The vehicle was taken on","quote_2_odi":"11584547","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a strong fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The check engine warning light had remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and","quote_3_odi":"11745095","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that the heat and A/C control knobs had melted twice, and the contact had purchased and personally replaced the entire control panel. Additionally, the contact stated that there was an abnormal strong fuel odor coming from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-power-sliding-door-fails","label":"Power sliding door fails to latch or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11655275","quote_1_text":"Sliding mini van doors fail to latch when closing. This is a well known and documented problem. The NHTSA has issued remedies for the previous year but not this one","quote_2_odi":"11630722","quote_2_text":"Right power sliding door stopped closing all the way and would constantly beep. Now, power sliding door opens too far which has broken the motors causing the beeping to resume. This is an safety issue as anything hanging out the window would be crushed (such as a child's head or","quote_3_odi":"11481837","quote_3_text":"Drivers side power sliding door does not close. Grinds and beeps and door shows open on display. When you disengage the power feature the door does NOT open manually","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2019-powertrain-jerk-hesitation","label":"Powertrain jerks or hesitates under acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11383081","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE JERKED OR HESITATED WITHOUT WARNING, WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD PERFORM HARD DOWNSHIFTS WITHOUT WARNING WHILE","quote_2_odi":"11271050","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA SEDONA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE LUNGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING. ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND, AT TIMES, THE RPMS INCREASED TO 4,000. AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS ALSO HEARD","quote_3_odi":"11364624","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA SEDONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE TO PASS ANOTHER VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER AND SPUTTERED AND JERKED. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, AND DROVE TO HIS RESIDENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PITRE KIA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2020-oil-consumption-gdi-engine","label":"Oil consumption from GDI engine piston rings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11580142","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption test failed. Told by dealer the first part of the repair is not covered under the power train warranty because my vehicle is not listed on the list of affected vehicles even though it has the GDI motor that is listed. It's a V6 and not a 4 cylinder and the V6 is","quote_2_odi":"11708408","quote_2_text":"March 2024 just before hitting 100,000 miles I started having oil consumption issues. Current milage is 137,300 About 10,000 miles ago my check engine light came on. I took it to an auto parts store and it was reading bank 1 O2 sensor. I took it for an oil change and never","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2020-paint-delaminating-peeling","label":"Paint delaminates and peels from body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11603479","quote_1_text":"I have multiple spots of the pearl white paint peeling/flaking/bubbling off the vehicle in multiple places. 1st spot noticed was on the roof just behind the sunroof and the 2nd spot is the edge of the liftgate","quote_2_odi":"11736775","quote_2_text":"Paint delaminating due to latent defects","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2020-sliding-door-malfunction","label":"Sliding door fails to open or close properly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11662099","quote_1_text":"Sliding door malfunction. Door will not hold its weight and full force closes or opens if operating at an inclined position","quote_2_odi":"11662106","quote_2_text":"Sliding door trys to continue to open when already open all the way, it try’s to open too far, jams and clicks, then beeps","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sedona","model_slug":"sedona","cluster_id":"sedona-2020-stalls-loses-power-unexpectedly","label":"Vehicle stalls and loses power unexpectedly","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11430054","quote_1_text":"Driving down the interstate at 70mph and the vehicle suddenly began to brake and the forward collision warning light illuminated along with the check engine light. The car stopped on the interstate and this happened at 1:15 am and it was in a rural area and it was pitch black","quote_2_odi":"11676231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sedona. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where the vehicle was diagnosed with battery failure. The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sedona","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"kia-seltos-2021-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stall or failure from oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":169,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755100","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that while driving at 45 mph the engine experienced a complete loss of automotive power, and no warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer where it was diagnosed and the contact was advised that","quote_2_odi":"11751473","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. No warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that one quart of engine oil or more needed to be added after an oil change had been","quote_3_odi":"11722774","quote_3_text":"Engine stalled at stoplight. Was able to restart and pulled into closest parking lot where it began idling hard. Check Engine light turned on. Checked oil and it was bone dry (no signs of oil leak/burning beforehand). After adding about a quart of oil, while in park I revved the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"kia-seltos-2021-engine-smoke-fire","label":"Engine smoke or fire during oil-related failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724618","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, there was white smoke coming from the engine, before the engine caught on fire. After the failure, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to pull over safely. The fire","quote_2_odi":"11637311","quote_2_text":"The Seltos started losing power driving on interstate, started smoking and then lost all power and would not start. We had the car towed to Brakes plus where we had an oil change as of recent, they confirmed it was piston ring failure and the engine was done for. The car has","quote_3_odi":"11753443","quote_3_text":"Car cutoff. Started back up to get off interstate. Saw smoke under hood and got it. Within 5 min sparks under the frame and then 10-15 min later flames","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"kia-seltos-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while stopped or shifting","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":355,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746782","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into a tree, where the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated that the brake pedal remained","quote_2_odi":"11650214","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Seltos. The contact stated that while switching gears from reverse to drive, the vehicle had inadvertently accelerated and crashed into an unoccupied parked vehicle before coming to a stop. Both vehicles had damage to the front bumper. No warning","quote_3_odi":"11652690","quote_3_text":"I brought my vehicle to the dealership due to serious safety concerns, including the engine randomly shutting off while driving, sudden unintended acceleration, unresponsiveness when pressing the gas, difficulty turning the key to start the engine, loud noises while running, and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11502075","quote_1_text":"Our child was in a vehicle accident on Black Friday were he hit his head and suffered a severe head concussion.  It was a frontal crash and none of the airbags deployed.  Because of this our son could not complete his Firsts Semester of College and had to take an “Incomplete”","quote_2_odi":"11695999","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 55 MPH, they crashed into a buck. The hood came ajar and shattered the front windshield.  The front end was smashed, and the radiator was leaking. The airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine fire and smoke while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740429","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Kia Seltos out of nowhere started smoking, losing power, total control and braking. There were no lights on the dashboard warning of any kind complete stall than a little bit of power hesitation stall no brakes. I managed to coast it into a parking space at a hotel with…","quote_2_odi":"11571607","quote_2_text":"A flapping sound started in the engine, then no acceleration when I used the gas pedal.  Pulled to the side of the road and black smoke and sparks began coming from the engine.  I exited the car and it burst into flames.  The was no warning icons that appeared to alert me to any…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707764","quote_1_text":"My 2022 KIA Seltos with 52000 miles shut down on me completely in the middle of a road while I was going full speed limit causing the car behind me promptly to change lanes to avoid the collision. It happened 2 more times until I got to my destination","quote_2_odi":"11746914","quote_2_text":"on 3 occasions, when stopped at a red light with the engine auto-shut-off via ISG, pressing the accelerator to proceed causes the engine to fail to restart as I accelerate, and the vehicle stalls. The dashboard displays a \"Press Ignition Button\" message","quote_3_odi":"11485347","quote_3_text":"My safety has been at risk when I am driving on the highway 50 miles per hour and it just shut off, when turning the steering wheel to make a turn, the car will shut off and it has shut off while waiting at a red light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-forward-collision-vision-system-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance and vision system failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11503833","quote_1_text":"Failure of Vision system causes unpredictable computer behavior, and such failure may not be known by vehicle operator.   3 Separate Incidents on same car .  Occurance 1, 10/22:  Brakes locked (with smoke) and stalled in heavy traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11608514","quote_2_text":"While driving all of a sudden all the warning lights from every safety related item come on and at the same time the power steering goes off as well as the air conditioner.  Sometimes if you stop the car and restart the engine everything returns to normal other times it does not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-piston-ring-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Piston ring oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753088","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle hesitated and stalled while driving at various speeds with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, and the contact was provided information associated with NHTSA…","quote_2_odi":"11658589","quote_2_text":"ENGINE FAILED, PISTON SCORING, PISTON OIL RING FAILED, OIL BURNING, KNOCKING IN ENGINE.   THIS KIA'S VIN NUMBER IS PART OF THE KIA RECALL THAT WAS PUBLISHED 2/17/25 AND ANNOUNCED TO CONSUMERS VIA MAIL ON 4/4/25","quote_3_odi":"11700512","quote_3_text":"This vehicle passed the piston oil ring recall in September 2025, by November 2025 the vehicle was burning through a quart of oil a week. Two different dealerships advised that this wouldn't be covered under the recall, stating the recall was for engine noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2022-recall-25v099-remedy-delay","label":"Recall 25V099 remedy delay and parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11661306","quote_1_text":"The contact informed the dealer of the recall, and the dealer acknowledged the recall and that the piston oil rings had failed; however, the dealer informed the contact that the manufacturer had ordered the dealer not to perform the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11658180","quote_2_text":"TODAY 5/1/25 I AM BEING TOLD THE RECALL IS ON HOLD EVEN THOUGH MY VEHICLE HAS FAILED THE INSPECTION THAT THEY WOULD NOT BE REPLACING THE ENGINE RIGHT NOW AND I AM BEING TOLD TO PICK IT BACK UP DESPITE IT NOT BEING FIXED","quote_3_odi":"11659415","quote_3_text":"I called another and they told me that Kia put out a remedy, but that remedy was unsuccessful, so there is NO fix at the current time and KIA will notify me at a later time when another remedy is put out, then I'll have to call and schedule an appointment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2023-engine-oil-consumption-smoke","label":"Engine oil consumption, smoke, and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724333","quote_1_text":"Car burns/ consumes oil constantly having to top off 2-3 quarts every 1,000 miles maybe even less I do my oil change every 3,000 miles Kia auto contract state I need to do oil change every 5,000","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2023-side-glass-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Side and rear window glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507114","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear door glass exploded spontaneously at 65mph for no reason, sending glass all over the interior. Was on a two lane highway in a remote area with no other traffic. Outside temperature was about 15 degrees. With no other underlying cause apparent.","quote_2_odi":"11499723","quote_2_text":"On Saturday, December 24th of 2022, the right driver passenger window randomly shattered, the car windows were perfectly fine on Friday, December 23rd . The had been sitting parked in the parking lot in front our house, off and unharmed; which was confirmed by our cameras.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2023-vehicle-lunge-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle lunge or surge without driver input","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507650","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while at a complete stop with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle independently lunged forward without warning. The contact also stated that while the vehicle was parked, the engine revved uncontrollably without warning.","quote_2_odi":"11521755","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while parallel parking her vehicle, the vehicle independently accelerated backward while in the reverse(R) position and crashed into a barrier. The contact did not sustain any injuries as a result of the failure.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2023-windshield-dash-glare-reflection","label":"Dashboard reflection and windshield glare impairing visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11593331","quote_1_text":"After purchasing my 2023 KIA SELTOS, I noticed a very distracting glare in the front windshield. A large portion of the dashboard reflects into the windshield which is especially risky when driving while facing in the direction of the sunlight.","quote_2_odi":"11482380","quote_2_text":"when driving in sun or lighted areas the dash board reflects off the window glass making the driver impaired . the dash board and window glass is not properly installed especially with the visibility of the reflection","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-cruise-control-surge","label":"Cruise control speed surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11646065","quote_1_text":"The cruise control only works properly on level roads. When going downhill the car can go as much as 8 mph faster than the cruise control is set at. Going uphill the speed varies back and forth with the tachometer fluctuating up and down. I use cruise control to control my speed…","quote_2_odi":"11572538","quote_2_text":"Cruise control is messed up and is constantly and continuously surging on straightaway highways or on hills between 500 to 1000 rpms. A very uncomfortable ride that makes me nauseated. No dealership is acknowledging a problem or finding a diagnosis.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11693492","quote_1_text":"I bought this Kia with 25 miles on it and I had all oil changes done and then at 33,000 miles the engine seized and Kia refused to honor my 100,000 mile warranty. The dealership told me that the spark plugs melted causing the issue and that it definitely wasn’t an oil issue.","quote_2_odi":"11665420","quote_2_text":"My car, over the last few oil changes has had very little to practically no oil. It also has been having the noise when it is low oil. This is already a recall, and when taken to a local dealer, they claimed the piston rings, which is the issue for the oil consumption, were not…","quote_3_odi":"11586993","quote_3_text":"Daughter driving back to college from home in her new 2024 Kia Seltos. We leased this vehicle for her for reliability and dependability throughout her years at college. 9 months into lease, 10,000 miles her car started smoking from engine. She immediately pulled over to notice…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11702358","quote_1_text":"When pressing the horn on the steering wheel of my 2024 Kia Seltos SX Turbo AWD during an emergency no sound was heard. Horn is silent. Fuse is not blown and it appears likely the horn is defective.","quote_2_odi":"11667141","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Seltos. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH and attempting to depress the horn there was no sound coming from the horn. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated that the failure began in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout-cold","label":"Instrument cluster blackout in cold weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11735970","quote_1_text":"Under extremely cold temperatures, approx 10° the main display does not work. The MPH & other vehicle information will not display. KIA service requires the vehicle to be brought to the facility while condition exists in order to troubleshoot, however once the vehicle warms up,…","quote_2_odi":"11714763","quote_2_text":"When the temperature is around zero my dashboard will not come on. I have been to the dealership 5 times for this issue. It takes me an hour to get to the dealership and by the time I get there it comes on. Dealership (Ken Ganley) states they can’t find the problem if it’s on.…","quote_3_odi":"11632250","quote_3_text":"Vehicles instrument cluster not showing any display. Unable to see speedometer or any indicator lights. Vehicle has not been in for service yet appointment needs to be made. Issue was resolved temporarily by disconnecting battery and reconnecting battery and issue went away.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-vehicle-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Vehicle shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11717634","quote_1_text":"While driving in traffic, my 2024 Kia Seltos suddenly shut down without warning again. I lost propulsion while the vehicle was in motion with passengers inside, creating an immediate safety hazard. The issue appears electrical or powertrain-related. This occurred during normal…","quote_2_odi":"11706681","quote_2_text":"Electrical control unit car just shuts off in drive completely goes black no matter what within seconds even on freeway going 70 mph car tune off loss of control then starts back up very dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11560018","quote_3_text":"All systems failed, including all lights, speedometer, ALL ADAS - this happened in more than one occasion. When I put the car in park it still registered to be in drive mode. Safety of myself and others at risk- the headlights and brake/taillights went out while driving in the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Seltos","model_slug":"seltos","cluster_id":"seltos-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11718087","quote_1_text":"Came out of work to a cracked windshield. There was no crack in my windshield prior to this. The crack spans across half of the windshield requiring a full replacement which is going to come completely out of pocket for me because I had a $1000 deductible.","quote_2_odi":"11616115","quote_2_text":"Issue Description: I am reporting a crack that has suddenly appeared in the windshield of my vehicle. This crack aligns with the rearview mirror and has spread quickly.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/seltos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Airbag warning light from clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11712727","quote_1_text":"In a letter dated August 14, 2019, KIA advised that the warranty coverage for the driver's front airbag clock spring assembly was extended to 15 years. the clock spring is an electrical connection which rotates with the steering wheel to maintain proper functioning of the airbag","quote_2_odi":"11609424","quote_2_text":"I bought my 2011 Kia Sorento used from a dealership. The Air Bag Warning light was on & I insisted that they inspect car before I buy it, which they did. I go to pick the car up & the Air Bag Warning light is still on","quote_3_odi":"11491228","quote_3_text":"The air bag warning lamp is on caused by the malfunction of the clock spring in the steering wheel. None of the functions on the steering wheel work as well due to this malfunction. The air bag according to multiple sites may deploy at any given time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-door-handle-no-open","label":"Door handles failing to open from outside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11610451","quote_1_text":"Non working door handles which is a KNOWN issue with Kia! Extremely dangerous obstruction in an event of an emergency where occupants need to get in and out of the vehicle. The ineffective door handles also makes the car less secure because someone who is not authorized can","quote_2_odi":"11519861","quote_2_text":"None of my doors will open from the outside all of them have broken. How will someone get me out of the car if I am in an accident and unconscious or hurt and can’t open the car myself. Why has not been recalled yet","quote_3_odi":"11554758","quote_3_text":"Both rear doors will not open from the outside. Driver rear door had child lock engaged when outside latch stopped working making the door completely inoperable. Upon contacting Kia consumer affairs it was stated that although both front door actuators are covered under a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-engine-stall-recall","label":"Engine stall and failure tied to engine recall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11709211","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was a rattling sound coming from the vehicle with smoke coming from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11697949","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V877000 (Engine). The contact stated that the engine had seized while driving approximately 40-45 MPH. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11627926","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the engine compartment. While driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked with the transmission slipping gear with an engine misfire. The check engine warning light was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-headlights-shutoff","label":"Headlights shutting off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11611336","quote_1_text":"This very dangerous issue has happened at least 3 times. It happens in frequently but is terrible when it happens because at night you are put into immediate darkness with no warning. Upon flashing the high beams on or using the turn signal the headlights go dark/off","quote_2_odi":"11559529","quote_2_text":"2011 Kia Sorento headlights come on during the bright part of the day and also turn off while driving at night in the auto mode. It is dangerous to be driving while at night when headlights just go out at any time and all the other inside dash lights go dim","quote_3_odi":"11523004","quote_3_text":"THE LIGHTS RANDOMLY SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? NO Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? NO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-hecu-brake-recall-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire linked to HECU brake recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11644899","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that, upon reaching her destination and turning the vehicle off, she smelled smoke in the interior of the vehicle. She then observed flames jutting up from underneath the driver's side seat, prompting her to evacuate","quote_2_odi":"11556633","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","quote_3_odi":"11694495","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2011-paint-peeling","label":"Pearl white paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":1517,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11550462","quote_1_text":"Exterior pearl white paint is rapidly delaminating and causing severe rusting of the body in many places. This is NOT due to any scratches, dents or crashes. Kia corporate is aware of the defect and it appears to be a serious manufacturing defect in the primer or paint","quote_2_odi":"11486735","quote_2_text":"I own a 2011 KIA Sorrento that is now 11 years old. The paint has started peeling off the roof of the car. There was no prior damage to this area that could have caused the peeling. There is no way that an 11 year-old vehicle that is kept garaged should have paint that is peeling","quote_3_odi":"11523006","quote_3_text":"Pearl white paint peeling all over vehicle. Common problem noted for Kia vehicles with Pearl White paint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-engine-bearing-seizure","label":"Engine seizure from spun rod bearing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11586861","quote_1_text":"My 2012 Kia Sorento (138k mi.) has received all suggested maintenance religiously, including a routine oil change on April [XXX]. On April [XXX] while driving the vehicle, a loud sound came from the engine and it stalled in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11546775","quote_2_text":"On Saturday September 23,2023 I was driving thru the City of Spring Garden, Alabama at 9:30 am. I was traveling at 45 MPH when I heard a light tapping noise coming from the engine compartment and almost an instant later the engine locked up","quote_3_odi":"11468846","quote_3_text":"Engine started making noise. Took to Kia dealer who suddenly stated engine had to be fully replaced. Problem was confirmed by 2 Kia dealers. There were no warning signs, messages, lamps or indicators to the catastrophic nature of the engine failure needing to be fully replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-headlight-wiring-melt","label":"Headlight wiring harness melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11602639","quote_1_text":"The low-beam headlights frequently burn out, approximately every 6 months. Upon inspection by multiple repair shops, the wiring harnesses have been found to be blowing the bulb yet each shop has replaced with a variety of parts","quote_2_odi":"11488862","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the front headlights had begun to flicker and then would turn off while driving at night","quote_3_odi":"11472247","quote_3_text":"My headlight are so dim at night I have to drive with my high beams on. I've cleaned and replaced bulbs and they are still very dim","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-hecu-recall-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire linked to HECU recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11703240","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact stated the vehicle was serviced at the local dealer for the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000(SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) regarding a safety fire hazard","quote_2_odi":"11557655","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH he observed that the check engine light had illuminated and he was losing forward momentum","quote_3_odi":"11580372","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-pearl-paint-peeling","label":"Pearl white paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11541039","quote_1_text":"The paint on the body between the windscreen and sunroof is rapidly delaminating, literally overnight. The vehicle color is Pearl White","quote_2_odi":"11505572","quote_2_text":"I own a white 2012 Kia Sorento that the paint is rapidly peeling off of across the piece of roof just above the windshield (body shops have called this Delamination)","quote_3_odi":"11617361","quote_3_text":"2012 white pearl Kia sorento paint chipping and peeling off to reveal the bare metal below making it susceptible to rusting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and suspension corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746144","quote_1_text":"I had taken the Kia Sorrento to a local shop to get an oil change, and Mavis tire had discovered that the rear suspension and rear subframe were severely corroded with rust and I was told that the car is unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11715679","quote_2_text":"Rear subframe is completely rusted out on one side makes it completely undrivable especially with my young children","quote_3_odi":"11658437","quote_3_text":"Left rear sub frame cracked in half while driving car . 2017 they did work to the under belly in reference to corrosion of the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2012-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":876,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11613367","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the freeway and suddenly heard a large pop from above my head, then looked in my rear view mirror and saw what turned out to be part of my sunroof falling on the road behind me","quote_2_odi":"11589072","quote_2_text":"This morning the panoramic sunroof on our 2012 Kia Sorrento spontaneously exploded. Shattered and chunks of safety glass came down on us","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11669259","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that when starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 53,000","quote_2_odi":"11515880","quote_2_text":"My airbag light has been on for a while and I didn’t know until today that technically I shouldn’t be driving it. I learned that, if the light is on, there is a possibility that in the event of a collision the airbags may night deploy. I am financing this car from car shop and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair delay for hydraulic control unit","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11700829","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the ABS had failed, and the brakes needed to be repaired. The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000","quote_2_odi":"11585029","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Fire originating in the engine compartment","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11732711","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that he had received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000(Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact then stated that soon after the recall was serviced, the vehicle would hesitate to start after multiple","quote_2_odi":"11552699","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH and towing a trailer, he heard a loud abnormal sound emanating from the rear of the vehicle. After which, the instrument panel behaved erratically, then the vehicle lost all motive power, and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-engine-seizure","label":"Engine knocking and seizure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11702856","quote_1_text":"While driving, my vehicle developed engine knocking, lost power, overheated, and produced smoke from the engine compartment. Shortly after, the engine seized and the vehicle will not start. An authorized dealership diagnosed the failure and recommended a complete engine","quote_2_odi":"11564543","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost automotive power and stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the local service center who diagnosed that the number two engine connecting rod had failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-paint-delamination","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11705354","quote_1_text":"Purchased the car in 2020 paint above windshield was beginning to peel, within months the a-pillars were peeling off, the hood is peeling off and now the section above the windshield is beginning to rust due to the peeling. Additional Cases Snow White Pearl paint! Complaint","quote_2_odi":"11499213","quote_2_text":"When driving on the highway, paint unexpectedly peels off in large (hand size or larger) sections mainly from the roof. Although it doesn't hurt cars behind you, the shock of being hit and/or the obstruction of view for drivers behind you can lead to a pile up if the driver","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-seat-structural-failure","label":"Seat frame and latch failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11720271","quote_1_text":"My driver seat welds broke and is currently held to the base by zipties","quote_2_odi":"11492678","quote_2_text":"Currently The KIA described above has a right rear seat that is not safely usable. The seat back does not smoothly unlatch from the upright position. When jiggling succeeds in unlatching the seat back allowing the seat back to go to the fold down position the latch jambs in that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2013-tire-tread-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":981,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11643224","quote_1_text":"235 r 17 104H I had a flat out tire, which led to a replacement of a relatively new tire that was bought in the middle of 2024. During the replacement process, it was found that the the tread depth dropped to 7 in 7 months or so as registered by local auto service personnel. I","quote_2_odi":"11706458","quote_2_text":"Tires are Douglas Touring, and Sceptor. Those options were not available. I bought a set of tires that belongs to two different brands. Three from Douglas/Goodyear tires and one is Sceptor all from Walmart. They are supposed to have 50000 miles and 45000 miles respectively. When","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-electrical-locks-key-fob","label":"Door lock, key fob, and warning-light faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11713715","quote_1_text":"My key fob doesn’t register even while in car, my battery drains daily has to recieve jump off every Otha day if not daily, door open indicator shows open on all doors even when closed","quote_2_odi":"11564941","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle seized","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-engine-fire-while-driving-parked","label":"Engine fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11733577","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would jerk. The check engine warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent dealer, where it was diagnosed with an unknown engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11646281","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH the check engine light suddenly illuminated and the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power and reduced speeds","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Headlight and taillight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11573917","quote_1_text":"The headlights go out without any warning. The fog lights work fine. I have had signal bulbs replaced many times but the worst complaint is the headlights","quote_2_odi":"11613869","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the headlights failed to function properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-hecu-brake-recall-fire-risk","label":"HECU short-circuit recall repair delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11604499","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11592734","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she smelled a burning odor in the interior of the vehicle. The traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-oil-consumption-bearing-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11566493","quote_1_text":"Engine seized while driving. Had to be completely replaced","quote_2_odi":"11670939","quote_2_text":"kia motor sized up after an oil change at a little over 80,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11582322","quote_3_text":"BLOWN HEAD GASKRT DUE TO HEADBOLTS BOLTS STRIPPING UNDER NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR, 116,000 MI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-paint-delamination-peeling","label":"Paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11713328","quote_1_text":"paint delamination and peeling on multiple panels","quote_2_odi":"11565789","quote_2_text":"Paint falling off like paper. Kia used defective paint and knows it. Whole car needs to be repainted with different non defective paint!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2014-steering-column-binding","label":"Steering column binding and vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":983,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11561567","quote_1_text":"The vehicle clicks when turning","quote_2_odi":"11609283","quote_2_text":"Steering column vibrates when on uneven surfaces. Also makes noise when turning wheel. Shakes when braking. I believe it is a problem with the steering column coupling. The MDPS Steering Coupling is probably worn. This is an ongoing problem with kia vehicles such as this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-coolant-head-gasket","label":"Coolant leak and head gasket failure with overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11637622","quote_1_text":"Coolant and oil are mixing. Coolant was over flowing from the reservoir. High oil consumption. Oil was just topped off about 1000 miles ago and is very low on the dipstick now","quote_2_odi":"11594171","quote_2_text":"Ongoing issue with coolant mixing in the oil causing overheating in the engine. I believe this a safety risk as driving the vehicle for longer than 30 minutes causes the engine temperature to rise dramatically and risks complete engine failure, potentially when driving at speed","quote_3_odi":"11679300","quote_3_text":"Car had a blown head gasket. Took it to my mechanic and upon inspection determined that the head bolts had stretched","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11587406","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was driven to a store, and when the vehicle was turned off, the contact saw smoke and fire coming from the hood","quote_2_odi":"11521639","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 50-55 MPH, he heard an abnormal popping sound and the vehicle spontaneously caught on fire. The contact was able to pull off the highway","quote_3_odi":"11595002","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that his vehicle had burst in flames while parked in his drive way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-engine-knock-seizure","label":"Engine knocking and seizure with loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11683599","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway and suddenly heard loud tapping/rattling sound from engine and then engine died resulting in total loss of power steering and acceleration. Was able to coast through an exit and into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11559573","quote_2_text":"While on the freeway, the engine started making a loud knocking sound and the car was losing power. No check engine light or other warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11717647","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-low-beam-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming and bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11603285","quote_1_text":"Overtime the low beam headlights have become very dim. The bulbs have always blown a lot but I have recently replaced both bulbs and they are still very dim. I ordered high powered LED bulbs and still the low beams are very dim","quote_2_odi":"11655898","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on various occasions while driving at night, the front low-beam headlights failed to properly illuminate and was very dim. The headlight bulbs had been replaced approximately four times, but the failure returned after replacing the bulbs","quote_3_odi":"11649435","quote_3_text":"In the last year I have had to replace my headlight bulbs at least 3 times on each side. My yearly mileage is only around 9,000-10,500","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11623351","quote_1_text":"My engine is using excessive amounts of oil. I am having to fill the engine with oil in between my 3000-mile oil changes. No oil is leaking in my driveway","quote_2_odi":"11558825","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormal oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed three quarts of oil after driving 367 miles. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11528617","quote_3_text":"I had an oil change and then went on a road trip, The trip consisted of two days driving and 1300 miles driven. the engine sounded different so I checked the oil and it did not register on the dipstick","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-paint-delamination","label":"Snow White Pearl paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11675465","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT ON MY 2015 KIA SORENTO (SNOW WHITE PEARL) IS PEELING OFF LARGE SHEETS, EXPOSING THE METAL UNDERNEATH. THIS IS A KNOW ISSUE AFFECTING MANY KIA AND HYNDAI VEHICLES. I AM CONCERED IT WILL LEAD TO RUST, SAFETY ISSUES, AND REDUCE VISIBILITY","quote_2_odi":"11565445","quote_2_text":"Paint on ridge above driver side window began delaminating and completely eroded over a day. This happened while the car was parked without any rain or other impact","quote_3_odi":"11549961","quote_3_text":"paint peeling/rapid delamination on 2015 Kia Sorento (Snow White Pearl color) on both passenger side front and passenger side rear doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-seat-frame-rod","label":"Driver seat frame rod fracture","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11675047","quote_1_text":"While driving under normal conditions, the torsion tube under the driver’s seat snapped, causing the seat to become unstable and compromising my safety","quote_2_odi":"11672972","quote_2_text":"Metal rod on driver seat broke","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2015-steering-column","label":"Steering column looseness and separation","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":746,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-09","quote_1_odi":"11629888","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the steering column. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering column became severely loose, and the steering wheel became difficult to…","quote_2_odi":"11586166","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a popping sound coming from the steering column. The contact stated that the failure occurred while making a turn","quote_3_odi":"11572672","quote_3_text":"Steering column separated while on cruise control at 70mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-cold-start-hard-shift","label":"Hard shift from first to second gear on cold start","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11739211","quote_1_text":"2016 Kia Sorento 2.4 mileage 75,500 (just out of warranty as of Jan 2026), vehicle is having transmission issue, hard shifting/jerking from1st gear to 2nd gear on first cold start-up of the day. No warning lamps on","quote_2_odi":"11751409","quote_2_text":"The next day when I started it up and put it in drive, it started jerking hard when I was trying to speed up (going from first to second gear). I had to stop and then slowly push the gas so it wouldn't jerk so hard, then it finally switched gears and was smooth","quote_3_odi":"11749807","quote_3_text":"After recieving the car back, the transmission acts unpredictably and the throttle is erratic. This happens when started cold and continues until the engine reaches temperature. It did not do this previous to the update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11714474","quote_1_text":"I was leaving my home and was pulling out of my driveway when my vehicle suddenly caught fire. I was able to exit the vehicle with no injuries and called the fire department to put out the fire. the vehicle was a total loss","quote_2_odi":"11713755","quote_2_text":"The vehicle had been operating normally and displayed no warning lights, alerts, or diagnostic trouble codes prior to the incident. The driver was forced to pull over immediately for safety. The fire caused catastrophic damage and resulted in a total loss of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11742930","quote_3_text":"On the way home we were driving on the interstate, car jolted and caught fire. something went through the oil pan and the oil dumped on the exhaust and caught flame. The car had to be towed to my parents and has been sitting since","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11752935","quote_1_text":"While I was driving, my 3.3 V6 engine on my 2016 Kia Sorento seized up with no warning. There is no visible oil on the dip stick, although I have changed my oil routinely. There has never been visible oil outside of the engine or on the ground","quote_2_odi":"11710564","quote_2_text":"Our 2016 Kia Sorento had 86k miles on it, loud knocking began and days later catastrophic engine failure. Rods and bearings are busted on my 3.3 Liter, V6 GDI engine. It died while my wife was driving it to the dealership. Estimated repair is 19k, metal shavings in the oil","quote_3_odi":"11624916","quote_3_text":"There were no lights on the dash, no warning at all. The car just stopped. We were able to steer it to the shoulder and stop. There was no indication of what was wrong. After having it towed to the Kia dealership I was informed the engineer blew","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption without low-oil warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11745718","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption, and 3 quarts of oil were added every 1,000 miles. The Check Engine and Low Oil Pressure warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11625713","quote_2_text":"From the start, we had problems with the car burning oil at a rapid rate. We would get an oil change and less than 2,000 miles later the oil would be very low. After one year oil was low after 1,000 miles or less","quote_3_odi":"11626294","quote_3_text":"In our experience, roughly 1 quart of oil is displaced per 500 miles. Kia corporate stated that the vehicle does not display any safety concerns and would not honor the recent 150k warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-overheat-head-gasket","label":"Engine overheating and head gasket coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11715851","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, while driving to the residence, the coolant temperature gauge went from COLD to HOT. The contact inspected the vehicle and became aware that smoke was coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11670648","quote_2_text":"The defect causes head gasket failure, which in my case has resulted in external oil leakage. While Kia issued a TSB acknowledging this defect, they are denying warranty repair on a technicality","quote_3_odi":"11633196","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed and determined that the head gasket and upper radiator hose had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure had occurred on 8 occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-paint-delamination","label":"Snow White Pearl paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11691002","quote_1_text":"We have a 2016 Kia Sorento that has the Snow White Pearl paint. Our vehicle has a tad over 100k miles and the paint is peeling. We take care of our car and always have it clean and do not understand why this is happening","quote_2_odi":"11640621","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has paint that is delaminating in numerous places. It starts as a raised area then the paint just flakes off leaving bare metal exposed","quote_3_odi":"11681282","quote_3_text":"Paint on our Pearl White 2016 Sorento is beginning to delaminate on the front of hood and the two pillar posts. It began as a small bubble and continues to spread and chip off. Several quarter-sized spots now and two hand-sized places","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11685439","quote_1_text":"The red steering wheel with an exclamation point pops up on the dashboard and instantly I lose power steering the wheel gets really hard, it went out as I was making a turn and I almost hit the truck","quote_2_odi":"11681447","quote_2_text":"Driving on the freeway going 75-80 mph and my steering wheel locked up. When this happens I am unable to turn my steering wheel. Have to let my foot of the gas and try with all my muscle to get the car to go to the side of the road to put the car in park","quote_3_odi":"11718531","quote_3_text":"While driving, when you try to turn steering wheel a fraction to one side or the other there is resistance and then a release which results in in oversteering that has to be corrected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2016-shifter-stuck-park","label":"Gear shifter stuck in Park and shift-lock override use","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1241,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-04","quote_1_odi":"11667023","quote_1_text":"Put vehicle in park while waiting at a gas station. It won't come out of park. Managed to get it to the pump, and used a screwdriver to bypass the shift lock control, and was able to drive home. With the bypass enabled, it puts my family at risk while driving","quote_2_odi":"11635214","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after shifting the vehicle into park(P), the gear shifter would fail to shift out of the park(P) position. The contact would be forced to use a screwdriver to open the shift lock release button in an effort to shift gears","quote_3_odi":"11671966","quote_3_text":"The specific issue I’ve encountered is that the vehicle intermittently becomes stuck in “Park” and cannot be shifted into “Drive” or any other gear using normal methods","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11742388","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor, and there was white smoke coming from underneath the hood. The contact was able to safely pull into a driveway, and the contact noticed flames coming out of the hood","quote_2_odi":"11721696","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] at [XXX] my vehicle caught fire while it was driving on [XXX] in New Jersey. The vehicle had approximately 120,000 miles at the time. The fire appeared to start under the vehicle on the driver side","quote_3_odi":"11753979","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while seated inside the vehicle with three other occupants and the engine turned off, there was black smoke quickly coming from underneath the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-engine-seizure-power-loss","label":"Engine seizure and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11705649","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from under the hood. In addition, the vehicle lost motive power, and the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11707344","quote_2_text":"I was driving and heard a loud noise. The car started to hesitate and was making a knocking noise. I pulled over and had it towed where I was told it was a rod bearing failure and I needed a new engine. It had 130,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11684548","quote_3_text":"This 2017 Kia Sorento with the 3.3L V6 Lambda II engine appears to have had possible rod bearing failure or connecting rod failure. This vehicle has 107,987 miles on it when the incident happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump module leaks and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11726849","quote_1_text":"On 3-21-26 I noticed the smell of gasoline after driving the vehicle. Upon inspection a noticeable fuel leak from the top of the fuel tank was evident from underneath the vehicle. Further inspection found fuel leakage at the fuel pump outlet line","quote_2_odi":"11666256","quote_2_text":"Upper fuel pump module is defected and will malfunction. This leads to a fuel leak inside the vehicle. You will be able to see the leak if you remove the back seat and you will be able to smell the fumes of the fuel inside and outside the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11731898","quote_3_text":"Upper fuel pump module, on top of fuel tank, is leaking fuel from a crack in fuel pump port where fuel hose connects. Fuel can be seen on top of upper fuel pump module and can be seen leaking from fuel pump port, and can be seen on exterior of gas tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-headlight-auto-shutoff","label":"Headlight shutoff while driving in auto mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11609167","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway at night and out of nowhere my head lights turn off. Leaving me and my daughter driving blind going 60 mph","quote_2_odi":"11614858","quote_2_text":"When in \"auto\" mode for headlights, the lights occasionally turn off while driving. I have to switch to \"on\" to get them to work again. Very dangerous obviously","quote_3_odi":"11621992","quote_3_text":"While in auto mode my headlights turn on and off randomly. This is very dangerous at night and has happened several times. When the head lights go off I can not see and no one can see me. There is no warning when this happens","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11679913","quote_1_text":"Motor uses 6 guarts of oil in 3000 miles. No leaks. The dealer has done the oil consumption test. And it failed every time","quote_2_odi":"11617826","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption is astronomical. I have burned through 15 quarts of oil in 3,000 miles with no other obvious issues with the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11716474","quote_3_text":"The engine is losing approximately 4 quarts of oil per 1000 miles, with no visible external leaks or exhaust smoke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11655450","quote_1_text":"Above the windshield on the driver's side, paint is progressively peeling away with regular operation of my pearl-white 2017 Kia Sorento. What began as a very small and barely noticeable chip in the paint has progressed to a large paint-less spot","quote_2_odi":"11606914","quote_2_text":"The component failure appears to be a latent defect in the painting process. The color is Snow White Pearl. It is bubbling up and delaminating in two places. It was first noticed at about 6 months and about 6000 miles after purchase","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-shifter-stuck-park","label":"Gear shifter stuck in park and shift interlock faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11729485","quote_1_text":"The car gets stuck and will not shift out of park. I've had to use the manual override. And when the ambulance came to my house, I could not move my car out of the way fast enough and this delayed emergency response team","quote_2_odi":"11650105","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the gear shifter was stuck in park(P). The contact stated that once the vehicle was parked, the gear shifter remained stuck in park(P). The contact manually depressed the button under the gear shifter to move the gear shifter","quote_3_odi":"11740115","quote_3_text":"I found that he ignition key can be removed from my 2017 Kia Sorento while the transmission is not in the Park position. This is a shift interlock failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2017-sticky-steering","label":"Sticking steering and power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":794,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11753754","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Sorento has sticky/notchy steering. When trying to move the steering wheel, it initially sticks and requires extra force to get it to provide a steering input","quote_2_odi":"11655762","quote_2_text":"The steering is sticky. When on the highway you have to keep correcting the steering because the wheel seems to be sticking then moving. As a result you can not just go straight down the road but have to keep putting in steering corrections!!!!!","quote_3_odi":"11642567","quote_3_text":"Steering MDPS Unit malfunction causing loss of power assisted steering. Visible steering light on dash. Vehicle was inspected at a Kia dealer confirming issue with MDPS unit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-02 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11441981","quote_1_text":"I was in a weather related accident where I hit the guardrail twice head on and none of my airbags deployed. My vehicle is currently at a tow yard and will be towed to the autobody shop 12/8/2021…","quote_2_odi":"11536191","quote_2_text":"My passenger occupancy sensor needs to be replaced. I Can not afford the $1170 Kia is charging. My car’s warranty expired in March. The passenger air bag light came on in the ending of July 2023. I tried reaching out to Kia but with no help…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-brake-failure","label":"Brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11622896","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while coming to a stop, there was a loud grinding sound coming from the brakes while the brake pedal was depressed. There was no warning light illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11607391","quote_2_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I hope this message reaches someone who values the sanctity of human life. Today, while driving home, my husband experienced a terrifying incident: the brakes on our car completely failed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-05 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11704410","quote_1_text":"Engine is burning oil at a rate of almost one quart per week. The engine can be felt shaking when driving. The engine light came on and states there is a P0303 Cylinder 3 misfired detected.","quote_2_odi":"11705969","quote_2_text":"The engine suddenly failed while I was driving on the highway. The vehicle lost power without warning, which created a dangerous situation. I had to pull over and have the vehicle towed.","quote_3_odi":"11720382","quote_3_text":"On January 30, 2026, I was driving with my daughter from Kansas City to Platte City when the vehicle experienced a sudden and catastrophic mechanical failure. As we approached our exit, the engine unexpectedly revved and the vehicle rapidly decelerated to approximately 30 mph…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-headlight-auto-mode-failure","label":"Headlight shutoff in automatic mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-08 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11678060","quote_1_text":"The headlights will randomly turn off while driving, mostly when turning on the right blinker. This has been happening a few times a month since I got the vehicle in 2017. More recently, the bottom brake lights and running lights have been shorting out.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-paint-delamination","label":"Paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11657908","quote_1_text":"2018 Kia Sorento. Snow White Pearl paint started delaminating at about 45,000 miles. Now it has 51,000 miles and I have multiple spots where it is delaminating on the hood, front bumper, and fender…","quote_2_odi":"11726157","quote_2_text":"Paint is peeling on the roof of my Kia by the windshield. No incident has happened this is a manufacturer defect.. My car has never been involved in a car accident. No incidents.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering column and coupling failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11542579","quote_1_text":"Clunking and sticking steering wheel due to rubber coupling that connects electric steering motor to steering column disintegrates. The dealer acknowledges that there is a mass wide issue with this component failure, but says it is not covered under warranty past 60k miles…","quote_2_odi":"11489903","quote_2_text":"As One is driving at 50-60 mph the steering wheel sticks and requires force to correct the direction the vehicle is going. This is very concerning because the abrupt motion is extremely dangerous.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2018-trailer-hitch-recall-parts","label":"Trailer hitch recall part unavailability","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-05 (based on 200 most-recent of 248 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":248,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11514583","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not available…","quote_2_odi":"11520457","quote_2_text":"2018 KIA SORENTO. CONSTITUENT WRITES IN REGARD TO A DEFECTIVE HITCH HARNESS.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-engine-failure-power-loss","label":"Engine failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11689670","quote_1_text":"Without any warning whatsoever, no dashboard lights, sounds, or symptoms, the engine failed and the vehicle immediately lost all power. The gas pedal became completely unresponsive, and I was left to coast from highway speeds down to a natural stop","quote_2_odi":"11611422","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power. The contact was unable to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, and the vehicle failed to restart, leaving the contact stuck in the middle of a busy intersection","quote_3_odi":"11682412","quote_3_text":"Car suffered catastrophic internal engine failure due to rod bearings. Began having problems with engine stuttering then knocking July 2025. Car was taken to local mechanic stated that the engine failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11722871","quote_1_text":"The engine is consuming approximately 5 quarts of oil every 7–10 days while I drive about 300 miles per week. The rear of the vehicle is covered in black soot from the exhaust, indicating severe oil burning. I have been topping off oil constantly to prevent engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11672985","quote_2_text":"The engine consumes alot of oil. There are no oil leaks. I have to refill the engine with 1 quart of oil weekly. The vehicle is available for inspection. If this is not checked week, the engine could lock-up for low to no oil","quote_3_odi":"11691044","quote_3_text":"The dealer performed several oil consumption tests, and confirmed that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-fca-lka-warning-lights","label":"Forward collision and lane keeping warning lights","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11625948","quote_1_text":"Multifunction front camera unit part number 95740-c6560. Warning lights come on every day. They continue to alert while driving causing issues with attention to the road. The high beams will not work unless the lights are set to on instead of auto","quote_2_odi":"11618508","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has LKA FCA and HBA error lights on. Dealer inspection found Active DTC C180508 LKAS Can-Signal error. C160649 ECU Software Error. CAN Line inspection found incorrect Can-Signal from Multifunction Camera","quote_3_odi":"11632284","quote_3_text":"Master warning, forward collision avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, and high beam assist warning lights on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor from fuel line and pump leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11673152","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump main high pressure connection to line got hairline crack on main fuel connection line resorting to fuel leak and smell outside and inside of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11689821","quote_2_text":"My sorento started smelling like gas , inside & outside. Worse when I stop driving. The fuel pump pressure hose (that’s in a compartment under my backseat) is spraying fuel everywhere inside the compartment it in","quote_3_odi":"11621026","quote_3_text":"Recently started smelling fuel and had someone look at it. I was told there is a fuel leak above the left side of the tank in the evaporative line","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-infotainment-restart","label":"Infotainment screen freezing and restarting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11602635","quote_1_text":"Multiple infotainment center errors while driving from Wisconsin to Michigan. Freezing and then restarting as if the car was just started. Occasionally freezing on the safety acknowledgement screen","quote_2_odi":"11601007","quote_2_text":"About an hour after getting a car wash I noticed that the infotainment center was having issues. It would restart as if the car was just turned on and freeze. It also went black then back to the start with KIA logo","quote_3_odi":"11602653","quote_3_text":"all electrical screens went black while driving including those on the instrument cluster","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-oil-pressure-switch-leaks","label":"Oil pressure switch failure and engine oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11706175","quote_1_text":"Oil pressure sensor light came on when I would stop or park after 10-20 minutes of driving. Vehicle was low on oil so I added a quart. About a week later the light came on again so I took it to get oil changed at an independent shop","quote_2_odi":"11626322","quote_2_text":"The Oil Pressure sensor was lighting up on the Dash indicating Low Oil pressure when the engine was running under 1500 RPM. Was replaced and Same condition appeared within hours leaving the dealership. KIA USA was no help in resolving the issue","quote_3_odi":"11702892","quote_3_text":"The oil light came on only at idle. Immediately hauled to dealership and was told it was a faulty pressure switch and not covered by the warranty even though its part of the powertrain and the earlier models had the same problem and were extended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-paint-delamination","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11636915","quote_1_text":"The Sorento is coated with a \"Snow White Pearl\" paint that started delaminating rapidly. I took it to the dealership at first for a pen touch up, but it started chipping and peeling exponentially quicker lately","quote_2_odi":"11729446","quote_2_text":"About 1 month ago, i noticed on the hood, several areas (10-12) of bubbling and peeling of the paint. On the Side upright panel next to the windshield on the passenger side, there is a big area of peeling and bubbling paint. Paint is called Snow white Pearl","quote_3_odi":"11705940","quote_3_text":"The paint peeled off on my hood in several places and on the fenders, I was driving in the rain and a big sheet of the paint on my hood peeled off and flew up on my windshield on the driver side causing me to run off the road because I couldn’t see","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2019-rearview-camera-moisture","label":"Rearview camera moisture intrusion and image loss","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":419,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11751075","quote_1_text":"My rear backup camera stopped working this year it's either a black screen or blinking screen no video will play. When I first started the video was foggy like moisture was in the camera and now it shows nothing","quote_2_odi":"11694686","quote_2_text":"Now in Oct of 2025 the backup camera starting getting moisture inside, and has completely failed. I contacted the Kia dealership that I purchased it from, and they told me to bring it in","quote_3_odi":"11615080","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Kia Sorento review camera gets water in it and makes it difficult to see","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Service brake failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11406564","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STOPPED IN FRONT OF US ON A STATE HIGHWAY. I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES. THE CAR FAILED TO STOP WITHIN REASONABLE DISTANCE AND PULLED HARD TO THE LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11546800","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2020 Kia Sorrento at low speeds, my brakes will lock up on me, and it sounds like metal to metal","quote_3_odi":"11397141","quote_3_text":"THE ABS DOES NOT WORK CORRECTLY. WHEN I CONTACTED KIA THEY SAID THAT THE BRAKES ARE SUPPOSED TO PULSATE MY KIA DOES NOT DO THAT WHEN I HAVE TO SLAM ON MY BRAKES THE BRAKES DO WHAT I CALL SKIP WHERE MY FOOT IS USUALLY PUSHED OFF BRAKES AND STOPS BRAKING COMPLETELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-cold-shift-transmission","label":"Transmission erratic shifting when cold","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11310921","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2020 KIA SORENTO V6. WHEN THE ENGINE IS COLD OR HAS BEEN SITTING FOR AN HOUR OR SO, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTS ERRATICALLY BETWEEN 20 AND 40 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11342828","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION STUTTERS OR HESITATES WHEN SHIFTING, AND IT IS ESPECIALLY BAD UNTIL THE CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN FOR AT LEAST 10 MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"11366977","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED THE 2020 SORRENTO V6 WITH THE 8 SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. FROM THE VERY BEGINNING THE TRANSMISSION HAD AN ERRATIC SHIFT WHEN IT WAS COLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-engine-fire-after-failure","label":"Engine fire following internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11648006","quote_1_text":"As I was driving down the street it sound like I ran over something but it was actually my engine failing, then caught on fire. I was able to pull over and used water bottles to let out the fire","quote_2_odi":"11622429","quote_2_text":"The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and sent a certified mechanic and an inspector from the manufacturer had been sent to inspect the vehicle. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed the origin of the fire was caused by an engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11542902","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was not even 3.5 years old, it had been serviced in February 2023 and there was no warning before the fire began. The vehicle stopped accelerating and I immediately pulled over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11694133","quote_1_text":"My headlights went out completely and without warning on a dark highway. No brights or even the orange running lights. Not even the front hazard lights would go on","quote_2_odi":"11695305","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights became inoperable. The blinkers and the radio were inoperable for several seconds before returning to normal function","quote_3_odi":"11636996","quote_3_text":"Someone had to tell me the break lights were out and then we noticed that the headlights were also out as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11691282","quote_1_text":"I am filing a complaint regarding excessive engine oil consumption in my 2020 Kia Sorento. The vehicle burns oil between regular oil changes, requiring frequent top-ups","quote_2_odi":"11724830","quote_2_text":"I am submitting a formal safety complaint regarding a 2020 Kia Sorento that is experiencing severe and abnormal engine oil consumption along with confirmed cylinder wall scoring","quote_3_odi":"11655276","quote_3_text":"According to the dealership diagnostic assessment, the engine has two holes in the block as a result of connecting rod bearing failure. My Kia Sorento engine is a V6","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-sunroof-window-shatter","label":"Sunroof and window shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11498521","quote_1_text":"Friday 12/16 car was being driven at 55 MPH on a rural road with no traffic around it when the Panoramic Sunroof exploded. Very loud boom and my wife thought she had a blow out","quote_2_odi":"11541817","quote_2_text":"While driving on a paved highway, very light traffic in the early afternoon at approximately 65 miles per hour the sunroof on my vehicle suddenly and violently exploded spraying shards of glass everywhere","quote_3_odi":"11400254","quote_3_text":"RIGHT REAR PASSENGER WINDOW CATASTROPHICALLY EXPLODED. RESIDENTIAL STREET APPROX 10MPH. BREAKING FOR STOP SIGN. TEMPERATURE 63F. OVERCAST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2020-trailer-hitch-recall-fire","label":"Trailer hitch harness recall fire and parts delay","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11718700","quote_1_text":"This recall identifies a fire risk due to a potential electrical short in the tow hitch harness module. The recall notice specifically warns that a vehicle fire may occur while parked or driving","quote_2_odi":"11656250","quote_2_text":"The contact stated the fuse box located on the driver's side had caught on fire. The vehicle was extinguished by the Fire Department","quote_3_odi":"11520112","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor inside the cabin of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2021-hybrid-inverter-coolant-warning","label":"Hybrid \"Refill Inverter Coolant\" warning message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-15","quote_1_odi":"11471393","quote_1_text":"There is a warning message stating \"Refill Invertor Coolant\" that keeps coming up.  The coolant is already full and the car functions normally.  However, the warning message can only be cleared for a few seconds before it returns.  The message covers up other information on…","quote_2_odi":"11468015","quote_2_text":"The inverter coolant refill light will illuminate at all times even with the system serviced. Kia has serviced the system but has no solution on how to stop the light. The light also blocks out any other warning that may happen on the dash. With the light illuminated while…","quote_3_odi":"11475778","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has a constant, unresolved error reporting that Inverter Coolant level is abnormal. Occurs daily. Dealership is unable to determine whether it is an issue. Has been taken to the dealership 2 times in the last 3 months. The warning also occupies the dashboard screen and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2021-hybrid-power-loss-stall","label":"Hybrid system power loss / vehicle stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-15","quote_1_odi":"11452793","quote_1_text":"We had just received our Sorento back from being in the shop for 4 months due to being in an accident. Part of the repair work was to have the software updated and reprogrammed at a Kia dealership, which was completed. We picked up the car on Tuesday, Feb 15, 2022, and on…","quote_2_odi":"11637251","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] we were driving the Kia at slow speed due to snow on the road when a warning light came on which we think said hybrid vehicle failure pull over. The car stopped and the traffic lane with the engine off. The car would not start and we were exposed to traffic.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2022-brake-rotor-warping","label":"Brake rotor warping and vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11537149","quote_1_text":"The brake rotors and pads have to be replaced every about 2,000 miles! its hard to break the steering wheel keeps pulling when you attempt to brake its like metal on metal and feels like your sliding on gravel, WE have","quote_2_odi":"11471673","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has only 8,672 miles and the vehicle brake rotors are warped and shake violently from normal driving. I seen other complaints online with the same issue saying the vehicle has a undersized brake system that produces a lot of heat. Also I","quote_3_odi":"11466412","quote_3_text":"Bought the vehicle brand new in late 2021, and began noticing some vibration when braking at any speed. The vehicle at this point has less than 10,000 miles and the brakes are vibrating really bad. The manufacturer has not issued a recall and their best fix is turning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719848","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded without impact. There was no injury sustained. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The","quote_2_odi":"11700948","quote_2_text":"Driving down the freeway and heard a loud explosion and sunroof shattered with glass falling into the car. It was very discontenting and if there were more cars on the freeway overpass at the time it could have caused an accident as I was stunned by what had","quote_3_odi":"11518794","quote_3_text":"While traveling on the highway about 70m/hr. the glass sunroof exploded while operation the vehicle. The glass explored/shattered in upwards direction. There was not trucks or overpass around for any object to fall from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2022-trailer-hitch-recall-parts","label":"Trailer hitch recall parts unavailability","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11517870","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that he contacted the dealer who stated that","quote_2_odi":"11509695","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","quote_3_odi":"11500979","quote_3_text":"2022 KIA SORENTO. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-703","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2022-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732426","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s transmission failed. While driving on the highway, the transmission began slipping and then would not allow the vehicle to accelerate beyond approximately 10 mph. The vehicle also lost the ability to reverse. My family’s safety was put at significant","quote_2_odi":"11751892","quote_2_text":"The electric oil pump circuit board for the transmission failed, causing motive power loss. The vehicle is currently located at Ourisman Chantilly Kia and is available for inspection. Safety was compromised due to sudden loss of drive power while operating on","quote_3_odi":"11703079","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact restarted the vehicle; however, the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11481611","quote_1_text":"I purchased my 2022 Sorento brand new in Dec 2021 and by end of January 2022 a small crack appeared near the top left corner (driver side) of the windshield near the edge; note the windshield is frameless/no cover or border on the glass. There is no","quote_2_odi":"11459944","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracked by a tiny pebble. The main windhsield of my 2022 Hybrid cracked while driving in the freeway. Its been less than a month since I bought the car and windshield cracked. I wasnt","quote_3_odi":"11447028","quote_3_text":"My vehicle (2022 kia sorento) was purchased 11/08/21. It only has 1777 miles at this exact time. My windshield started cracking on my drivers side from the sunroof down. This is ridiculous for a vehicle so new. I've read this is a chronic issue with the tellurides. Kia","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-adas-warning-cascade","label":"ADAS warning light cascade and sensor malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756297","quote_1_text":"While driving, the dashboard lit up with warnings about forward collision, lane departure, lane keeping assistance, breaks, speed etc. that keep cycling through with alarm sounds on the dashboard. I have brought my car to the dealership few times and they reprogram the car but…","quote_2_odi":"11504300","quote_2_text":"While driving normally, one of the collision warning indicators came on while switching lanes and then nearly every alarm in the car cycled continuously.  These audible and visual alarms were highly distracting to drive with and it is surprising the software allows this to happen","quote_3_odi":"11673946","quote_3_text":"6/22/24-Initial start of dashboard light \"miscommunication\"-Codes could not be duplicated at Evans Kia dealership 7/11/24-Miscommunication occurs again-Codes pulled for diagnostics 7/22/24-Car brought in for scheduled appointment to dealership to \"fix\" communication errors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-brake-rotor-pulsation","label":"Brake rotor pulsation and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683411","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH or higher, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brakes seized with an abnormal sound coming from the brakes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was…","quote_2_odi":"11730368","quote_2_text":"I purchased this car with approximately 22,000 miles on it. I have had to have OEM rotor resurface / replacement at the dealership approximately almost every oil change or about every 6,000 miles for about 30k miles (2 replacements, 3 resurface in an 18 month period)","quote_3_odi":"11740604","quote_3_text":"Vehicle exhibits repeated brake pulsation and vibration under normal braking conditions, affecting braking performance consistency. The issue began at approximately 10,000 miles and has progressively worsened. The vehicle currently has approximately 30,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-hvac-blower-fire-risk","label":"HVAC blower motor wiring harness burnout and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704792","quote_1_text":"We do not feel safe using the vehicle due to the recall involving a fire hazard due to HVAC wiring. We have a family that needs the vehicle and its been 3 months with no remedy and no estimated date of when remedy will be available, so remedy for recall is indefinite","quote_2_odi":"11749974","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2023 Kia Sorento, the HVAC system suddenly suffered a complete failure, causing all airflow to cease instantly. A subsequent professional diagnostic inspection by an authorized Kia dealership revealed that the contacts at the blower motor resistor were…","quote_3_odi":"11709869","quote_3_text":"While stopped, my children in the back seat alerted me that there was a fire coming from the rear AC vent area. I known it was fire because I saw flames inside the AC vent located in the back seat area of the vehicle. I immediately got my children out of the car and ran inside…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-power-loss-limp-mode","label":"Engine and powertrain sudden power loss while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572884","quote_1_text":"On Jan 14th,  with less than 300 miles on it,  had 1st incident. All lights on dash came on said Engine control system, lost all ability to accelerate. Had to get out of traffic, as safely as I could. Turned car off and waited 5 min. Turn car back on, check engine light stayed…","quote_2_odi":"11615113","quote_2_text":"Without any warning, the engine died, all of the dashboard lights came on, and I was unable to accelerate.  Thankfully I was in the right-hand lane and there was an exit ramp a short distance ahead.  The car decelerated as it had no power, and cars behind me were honking","quote_3_odi":"11703565","quote_3_text":"The vehicle would not accelerate after coming to a stop at an intersection.  The vehicle would not exceed 20 MPH with oncoming traffic from both the East and West as I was turning West from a North Bound Road.  On coming traffic was traveling between 45 and 50 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-radiator-debris-damage","label":"Radiator damage from road debris through front grille","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735802","quote_1_text":"The issue is the front grill design. Kia left the radiator completely exposed behind the grill with no protective barrier. Over time, dust, debris, and rocks collect and pass right through, causing serious damage to the radiator. Based on my experience and the experiences of…","quote_2_odi":"11667093","quote_2_text":"The car overheated while driving and my wife and daughter had to pull over to side of road.  Engine Coolant was spilling everywhere.  Car was towed to Raceway Kia in Freehold NJ.  The dealer advised my wife that the radiator needs to be replaced and it was NOT covered under…","quote_3_odi":"11737498","quote_3_text":"I have had to replace my radiator twice in under 2 years because the open spaces in the grill are too large and rocks are able to go through them and puncture the radiator","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-rearview-camera-mount-failure","label":"Rearview camera mounting bracket failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665716","quote_1_text":"Even though the dealership reports that safety recall 23V610 / SC280 for the mounting clip replacement was completed on 2/16/24, my rearview camera has just fell out of its housing, hanging by its wires, with the mounting clips laying broken in my driveway","quote_2_odi":"11619258","quote_2_text":"Mounting bracket for the backup camera failed and caused the camera to dangle from the car. This caused me to not be able to use the camera to view objects and surroundings directly behind the vehicle. A dealer said they fixed the part back when it was originally recalled, but…","quote_3_odi":"11734755","quote_3_text":"2023 Kia sorento rear camera mounting bracket broke. There was are recall SC280 in 2023. Rear camera recently fell out of housing unit and is hanging. Still under warranty, dealership and Kia America refusing to cover and pay for  issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689500","quote_1_text":"While I was driving on an interstate road(with no vehicles around) the sun roof of my 2023 Kia Sorento exploded and the glass completely shattered and caused pieces of the broken glass to fly off. Thankfully I had the visor up so none of the glass fell onto me, otherwise myself…","quote_2_odi":"11675809","quote_2_text":"Front panel of panoramic sunroof shattered while driving on Interstate 90 at approx 65mpg. Sunroof was fully closed. Exploded on its own with no outside influence. Conditions were clear and dry. Sounded like a gun shot and glass was flying everywhere","quote_3_odi":"11690559","quote_3_text":"Moonroof unexpectedly shattered, like a bomb had gone off, sending thousands of pieces of glass into the interior and on the vehicle occupants (including 3 children","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2023-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder, slipping, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547541","quote_1_text":"Transmission problem arised on/about 9/15/23 and 3,000 miles. There is a distinct shudder when shifting through lower gears, more recently, on/around 4,000 miles l, shudder is growing worse, and there is intermittent problems at highway speeds. This is very dangerous, and could…","quote_2_odi":"11615236","quote_2_text":"Car is a huge safety issue. Seems to be DCT transmission issue. Car gets stuck in first or second gear and revs all the way up. Happened multiple times getting on highway or at intersections. This has almost caused multiple accidents for me","quote_3_odi":"11726760","quote_3_text":"Transmission went out while driving on highway. Dealership said they need to replace the entire transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-collision-avoidance-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11664705","quote_1_text":"On two separate occasions, my 2024 Kia Sorento has activated its automatic emergency braking system, as if anticipating a potential forward collision on an empty Florida highway. The dashboard lights illuminate precisely before the forward collision warning…","quote_2_odi":"11712048","quote_2_text":"Car has sensor issues. It ran into pole and median after defective collision assist said sensor was blocked. Has emission leak. Second vehicle i had with that and they wont cover under warranty. Kia refuses to by back a car do not feel safe driving. They refuse to fix things…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-electrical-power-loss","label":"Loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11638983","quote_1_text":"No less than 6 times in approximately 8000 miles the vehicle has lost all electrical power while driving and then regained power. All interior electric components are lost, power steering, headlights, everything. Twice it has completely stalled out…","quote_2_odi":"11698885","quote_2_text":"headlights and taillights went out while driving and a few seconds and then came back on and everything on the dash also went out and came back on. i was driving at night time when this happened it put me and my child at risk. i called the dealership and they refused to fix…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11743450","quote_1_text":"The horn isn’t making any noise at all. There were no warning lamps or messages, I didn’t know until I needed to use my horn.","quote_2_odi":"11673135","quote_2_text":"Horn has stopped working. Appears it happens often with the 24 sorento. Almost had a car collision due to the inability to warn the driver of the other car that I was in my lane. I do have an appointment to have it looked at, but not for almost 2 weeks.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-radiator-puncture","label":"Radiator puncture from road debris","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11729386","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Sorento. The contact stated that the radiator was leaking. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer and the dealer stated that a rock or road debris had caused the puncture in the radiator. The contact was advised by the dealer that it was a known…","quote_2_odi":"11595462","quote_2_text":"Kia has failed to provide proper protection for their radiator on their Sorento and Telluride models. There are many many many reports online of these radiators sustaining damage which should not have occurred, and Kia refuses to cover any of these repairs under any type…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11727717","quote_1_text":"The Panoramic sunroof randomly exploded while driving down the highway. Nothing around us or above us to cause it. Myself, my [XXX] pregnant wife, and [XXX] daughter were in the car and had glass rain down on us after the very loud boom. We almost wrecked. The issue has not…","quote_2_odi":"11703966","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof panel spontaneously exploded at highway speed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and shift hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11733308","quote_1_text":"At 7,100 miles the transmission failed requiring a new transmission replacement after one year. At 16,636 miles (2years into the lease) the new transmission also failed, and the car is in the garage getting another transmission replacement after.","quote_2_odi":"11673136","quote_2_text":"Vehicle hesitation, transmission slippage at low speeds for up shifting and hard shifting. Pulled out of a parking lot onto a main road from stop and my vehicle would not upshift and sounded like I was in neutral and would not accelerate. I had a vehicle behind me that almost…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"sorento-2024-window-switch-failure","label":"Power window and door lock switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11659390","quote_1_text":"The passengers window will not roll down the sound of clicking you can hear though when switch pushed this is a VERY common ongoing issue via KIA SORENTO COMMUNITY THREAD THAT GOES BACK OVER 7 years…","quote_2_odi":"11694944","quote_2_text":"I've had a couple of issues with the electrical components. One time the drivers side door controls wouldn't roll down any of the windows or lock/unlock the doors. This is a safety issue if you needed to roll the windows down/up or lock the doors for the security of your…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11719642","quote_1_text":"The Kia Connect fuse was confirmed by Gerald Kia of Naperville to cause a parasitic draw that cannot be fixed. The dealership had to remove the fuse after stating that no software update is yet available, and that numerous owners have had the issue. My car has died 7x with less…","quote_2_odi":"11715949","quote_2_text":"Vehicle only has 5839 miles and this is the 2nd time the battery has been dead. First time was Dec 18th 2025. Vehicle purchased 7/5/25. 2nd time 2/5/26. First time the outside lights flickered for a long time before finally going off. 2nd time the outside lights didnt flicker…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-false-fca-warnings","label":"False forward collision and driver attention warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744310","quote_1_text":"I was stopped at a red light. The light turned green, the vehicle in front of me was easily 4 car lengths ahead at this point into the intersection, I then slowly began to accelerate, my car gave me a false collision warning even though there was no car or hazard in front of me…","quote_2_odi":"11659855","quote_2_text":"Driver Attn Warning randomly goes off frequently for no reason, this malfunction involves the front camera causing this frequent warning for no reason. This faulty issue gives the driver the sense that it should be ignored as it goes off for no reason, this makes this safety…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-speed-limp-mode","label":"Vehicle speed limited to reduced-speed limp mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11696726","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Sorento. The contact stated while driving on the highway at 60-65 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly decelerated to 20 MPH and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the message “Vehicle Speed Restricted to 20 MPH” was displayed. The…","quote_2_odi":"11646597","quote_2_text":"Outside temp was 33 degrees F with a slightly lower windchill. I started the car and, when I accelerated to 30 mph, my car began to beep and the dashboard indicated the speed was limited to 30 mph. It went into limp mode and resisted when I tried to go above 30. We were towed to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11737411","quote_1_text":"Today, May 12, 2026 at 12:10pm the panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded. I heard some shacking sounds in the car, right as I was picking up speed on the freeway and then heard a bang above my head. Nothing had hit the car. It sounded like a balloon had popped in my ear. When…","quote_2_odi":"11719353","quote_2_text":"The sunroof spontaneously shattered while I was driving in the highway. No one was injured but glass did fly off of the vehicle and luckily the cover inside was closed so no glass got in the vehicle. There was no warning just an explosion sound. The sunroof glass was blowing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and power loss on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747831","quote_1_text":"The transmission is not shifting gears correctly. The engine revs loudly and hesitates for a few seconds before shifting. There were no warning lamps. The vehicle has not been inspected yet. This causes a dangerous situation when driving and accelerating in traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11710120","quote_2_text":"The DCT transmission causes significant hesitation at slow speeds or starting from a stop. This often leaves the driver and it’s occupants in a vulnerable position if the car hesitates when trying to navigate through traffic. I have taken it to the dealership and they stated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sorento","model_slug":"sorento","cluster_id":"kia-sorento-2025-unintended-movement","label":"Unintended vehicle movement without accelerator input","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11736475","quote_1_text":"My wife was pulling in spot and car took off at high rate of speed and hit parking pole . Kia corporate after 2 months tells me nothing wrong with vehicle . i found on kia of Manahawkin they have a page on this issue forced acceleration and cause so how they can tell me no it…","quote_2_odi":"11682241","quote_2_text":"August 18, 2025 at 3pm PT; My 2025 Kia Sorento X-Line was parked in my driveway facing the street. I had the engine on, and in Park mode, AC on, back hatch door open. No one was in the vehicle. I was standing behind the vehicle when it then started to go in reverse, then stopped…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sorento","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10292493","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SOUL. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH THE CONTACT HIT A DEER WHICH CAUSED THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR TO CRUSH INWARD. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS IN THE VEHICLE DEPLOYED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 4276","quote_2_odi":"10443285","quote_2_text":"I WAS HIT RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR BY A DRIVER THAT RAN A RED LIGHT GOING ABOUT 40 MPH AND THE IMPACT SPUN MY CAR COMPLETELY AROUND. NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED!","quote_3_odi":"11162496","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 KIA SOUL. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE NEAR THE HEADLIGHT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-door-panel-fire","label":"Electrical fire in door panel wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10349737","quote_1_text":"BRAND NEW KIA SOUL 2010 - LESS THAN 500 MILES. ELECTRICAL FIRE IN THE DOOR PANEL WHILE DRIVING. TOWED TO DEALER, WHO REPLACED DOOR PANEL. LED LIGHT TRANSMITTER IN SPEAKERS SHORTED AND MELTED PLASTIC INSIDE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"10441698","quote_2_text":"DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING CAR ON SIDE STREET WHEN SHE NOTICED SMOKE AND THEN FIRE COMING FROM PASSENGER SIDE SPEAKER/LIGHT AREA. SHE WAS FORTUNATELY NOT HURT AND WAS ASSISTED BY BYSTANDER IN PUTTING OUT FIRE. INSIDE OF DOOR AROUND SPEAKER MELTED","quote_3_odi":"11301110","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SOUL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE RADIO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-door-panel-scratch","label":"Interior door panel scratches from seat belt retractor","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2009-10 → 2010-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10285894","quote_1_text":"I JUST PURCHASED A NEW 2010 KIA SOUL. I AM VERY CAREFUL AND TAKE EXCELLENT CARE OF MY CARS, BUT I HAVE TO SAY THE DOOR PANELS ON THIS VEHICLE TEND TO SCRATCH UP WITH THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF EVEN A FINGER NAIL","quote_2_odi":"10321290","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 KIA SOUL THAT THE INTERIOR DOOR PANELS SCRATCH VERY EASILY. PRIMARY ISSUE COME ABOUT AS A RESULT OF THE SEAT BELT STRIKING THE DOOR AS IT RETRACTS","quote_3_odi":"10349744","quote_3_text":"THE INSIDE DOOR PANELS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE CAR ARE FULL OF SCRATCHES. THE PLASTIC PANELS SCRATCH TOO EASILY EVEN WITH EXTRA CAREFUL USE, THE PANELS LOOK LIKE THEY ARE 10 YEARS OLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up or column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11390546","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY TYPICAL ROUTE TO WORK AND MID TURN, WITH MY CAR ON, ON A CITY ROAD, MY STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. I HAD TO STOP MY CAR IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND RESTART IT TO GET IT TO UNLOCK","quote_2_odi":"10372288","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SOUL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STUCK IN THE TURNING POSITION AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE BACK ON AND WAS ABLE TO DRIVE NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"10346872","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2010 KIA SOUL AND HAD IT ABOUT TWO MONTHS WHEN WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING COLUMN CAME OFF. I TOOK PICTURES, AS I HAD NO CONTROL OVER THE WHEELS, I DIDN'T REALIZE IT UNTIL MY CAR WOULDN'T STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-tire-sidewall-bubble","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10407464","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SOUL WITH NEXEN CLASS A PREMIUM TIRES, SIZE P205/55 R/16 AND DOT NUMBER AE8K. THE CONTACT STATED THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR TIRE SIDEWALL BLEW OUT ON MARCH 15, 2010 AND ON JUNE 15, 2010","quote_2_odi":"10442593","quote_2_text":"I HAVE MY KIA SOUL 2010 SINCE OCTOBER 2009. APPROXIMATELY IN MARCH 2010 I SAW ONE OF THE FRONT HANKOOK TIRES HAD A BIG BUBBLE","quote_3_odi":"10766502","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 KIA SOUL EQUIPPED WITH GENERAL EXCLAIM UHP TIRES, SIZE: 195/50/ZR16. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE TPMS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE LOST PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-transmission-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10522081","quote_1_text":"MANUAL CLUTCH DEFECTIVE AT ONLY 13,300 MILES. CHECKED ONLINE, MANY PEOPLE HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM WITH KIA, MANY WITH EVEN LESS MILES","quote_2_odi":"11035286","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION STOPS SHIFTING AFTER 3RD OR 4TH GEAR ON THE HIGHWAY. IT SHIFT HARD AND NOT RIGHT FROM TAKE OFF. SOMETHING IS VERY WRONG WITH THE TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"10285861","quote_3_text":"ON AUGUST 5, 2009 MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE 2010 KIA SOUL WHEN IT BROKE DOWN. THE ENGINE GOT STUCK IN SECOND AND IT TOOK FOR EVER TO GET TO THIRD DESPITE PUSHING DOWN ON THE GAS PEDAL. ONCE IT DID IT WOULD JERK HER AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2010-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield chipping and cracking from road debris","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2009-08 → 2012-09","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10279739","quote_1_text":"2010 KIA SOUL WINDSHIELD HAS BROKEN THREE TIMES SINCE WE BOUGHT IT 4 MONTHS AGO. YES, CAUSED BY SMALL ROCKS FROM THE ROAD. THE FIRST TWO TIMES WE PAID OVER $50.00 TO HAVE THE CRACKS \"BLOWN\"","quote_2_odi":"10365637","quote_2_text":"ROCK BARELY TAPS WINDSHIELD CAUSING DAMAGE","quote_3_odi":"10477423","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS 2 YRS OLD IT HAS OVER 15 CHIPS AND CRACKS IN WINDSHIELD. DEALERSHIP WILL NOT REPLACE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10786436","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SOUL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT ROLLED OVER THREE TIMES AND CRASHED IN AN EMBANKMENT. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10536480","quote_2_text":"I WAS THROWN AGAINST THE DRIVERS DOOR (YES SEAT BELT WAS PROPERLY ON) AND SUFFERED A TBI AS WELL AS EXTREME BRUISING ALONG THE ENTIRE LEFT SIDE OF MY BODY WHY DIDN'T THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOY?","quote_3_odi":"10745568","quote_3_text":"MY SOUL WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMOACT ROLL OVER CRASH IM WHICH THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT UNLATCHED AND THEEE WAS NO AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT O WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH AND THE TRUCK THAT STRUCK THE DRIVERS SIDE WAS TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-brake-headlight-failure","label":"Brake light and headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11376647","quote_1_text":"IN THE 9 YEARS SINCE PURCHASE I'VE REPLACED MY HEADLIGHTS 13 TIMES. THEY GENERALLY BURN OUT WITHIN A MONTH OF EACH OTHER SO NOW I JUST REPLACE BOTH WHEN ONE GOES OUT. I HAVE TO KEEP SPARES IN THE GLOVE BOX BECAUSE ON ONE OCCASION THEY BOTH WENT OUT ON THE SAME DAY","quote_2_odi":"11232831","quote_2_text":"MY PROBLEM IS THAT THE BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT GO OUT WHEN THE CAR IS OFF, AND THEY ARE CONSTANTLY ON WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10761178","quote_3_text":"2011 KIA SOUL BRAKE LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN ENGAGED BY PEDAL. TESTING LIGHTS SHOWS THAT ALL OTHER LIGHTS ARE IN WORKING ORDER. VEHICLE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE STOP LAMP SWITCH RECALL ISSUED BY KIA IN 2013; HOWEVER, THIS APPEARS TO BE THE SAME PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-hecu-recall-fire-risk","label":"HECU recall delay with fire risk","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11627799","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked overnight on his driveway, caught on fire, and exploded in the early morning. The fire started from the engine bay. The vehicle was unoccupied during the fire","quote_2_odi":"11594637","quote_2_text":"Recall #23V652000-Faulty fuse can cause fire while parked or driving. I was advised by letter from KIA in November 2023 that due to this defect, the vehicle should be parked outside and not driven until a replacement part was available","quote_3_odi":"11585488","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2011 Kia Soul. The contact's daughter stated that the battery was drained, and while the contact was going to jumpstart the vehicle, the contact observed that the ABS module was running while the vehicle was turned off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-intermittent-horn-failure","label":"Intermittent horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10836997","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SOUL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11192166","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENT HORN. SOMETIMES IT WORKS, SOMETIMES IT DOESN'T. IN DOING RESEARCH, I HAVE NOTICED A LOT OF COMPLAINTS FOR THE SAME THING. WHY HAS THIS NOT BEEN RECALLED? THIS IS CLEARLY A SAFETY ISSUE! DOESN'T MATTER IF THE CAR IS SITTING, DRIVING, TURNING, ANYTHING","quote_3_odi":"11005072","quote_3_text":"BAD WIRE IN STEERING WHEEL, WHICH MAKES HORN MALFUNCTION FREQUENTLY(IF I REPEATEDLY TURN WHEEL, HORN WILL WORK). THIS STARTED THREE YEARS AGO. CAR HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED, AND I SEE NO RECALL FOR THIS ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-rear-suspension-clunk","label":"Rear trailing arm bushing clunk noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10736109","quote_1_text":"AFTER A ROUGH WINTER IN PA. STARTED HEARING A LOUD THUNKING NOISE IN REAR OF CAR. NEVER COULD FIGURE OUT WHAT WAS GOING ON. THIS YEAR 2015 WHEN GOING FOR A INSPECTION, MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THE REAR TRAILING ARM BUSHING WAS COMPLETELY WORN AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11171529","quote_2_text":"LOUD CLUNK IN RIGHT REAR OF CAR PROBABLY THE TRAILING ARM BUSHINGS LOUD CLUNK WHILE DRIVING AND HATTING ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10565895","quote_3_text":"TOOK CAR TO KIA DEALERSHIP BECAUSE OF A CLUNKING NOISE IN REAR PASSENGER SIDE OF CAR WHEN CAR HIT BUMPS IN ROAD. TECHNICIAN WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM ON THIS TYPE OF CAR. THEY RETORQUED THE REAR CONTROL ARM BOLTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-spontaneous-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10680481","quote_1_text":"THE REAR WINDOW ON MY 2011 KIA SOUL SHATTERED AFTER CLOSING THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. THE DOOR WAS NOT SLAMMED OR CLOSED WITH ANY FORCE AND THE CAR WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF AT THE TIME. IT WAS LIGHTLY SNOWING AND AROUND 20 DEGREES F WHEN THE INCIDENT OCCURRED","quote_2_odi":"10914367","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2011 KIA SOUL ON A CITY STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN, AT ABOUT 8:30 AM, THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY SHATTERED. I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT AND FELT AND SAW GLASS COMING DOWN ON AND AROUND ME. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11194300","quote_3_text":"SO I PARKED MY VEHICLE IN MY GARAGE SHUT MY CAR OFF. I GOT OUT OF MY VEHICLE AND SHUT MY GARAGE DOOR. I TOOK GARBAGE BAGS OUT TO MY SHED AND RETURNED TO THE GARAGE SAT DOWN ON CHAIR TO TAKE OFF MY BOOTS AND I HEARD LOUD GLASS SHATTER SOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2011-transmission-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11163945","quote_1_text":"THE CLUTCH HAS GONE OUT TWICE . THE FIRST TIME WAS AT 54029 AND DATE OF 1/17/17. LESS THAN SIX MONTHS LATER I TOOK IT BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND TOLD THEM THAT IT WAS SLIPPING ON TAKEOFF. THEY SAID THAT EVERYTHING WAS FINE","quote_2_odi":"10502334","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH AND FLY WHEEL WORE OUT ON THE CAR AT 22K MILES. THIS IS EXTREMELY EARLY FOR A CLUTCH TO FAIL. THE CLUTCH FAILED ON A BUSY HIGHWAY (I-81) AND I WAS FORCED TO PULL OVER IN AN UNSAFE LOCATION","quote_3_odi":"11389985","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 KIA SOUL I BOUGHT OFF OF A FRIEND. IT DROVE GREAT ONLY HAD 80000 MILES. HOWEVER WHEN I GOT IT 3RD GEAR WOULD SOMETIMES BE HARD TO GET IN GEAR AND GRIND. I JUST REACHED 100000 MILES AND I GOT UP FOR WORK TODAY AND IT WONT GO INTO GEAR IN FIRST OR REVERSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2012-brake-hecu-recall-delay","label":"Service brakes hydraulic control unit recall repair delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":514,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11689749","quote_1_text":"The contact's son owned a 2012 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the driveway, the contact's daughter-in-law looked through the glass door of the residence and noticed that the vehicle had caught on fire. The contact stated that the fire started","quote_2_odi":"11647024","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart","quote_3_odi":"11593081","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2012-engine-rod-failure-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and connecting rod or catalytic failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":514,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11711934","quote_1_text":"On Oct. 14, 2025, this vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic engine failure while driving approx. 70 mph on a highway. While in the passing lane, the vehicle began to lose power, shake, and wouldn’t accelerate. The check engine light came on just moments before a loud","quote_2_odi":"11543503","quote_2_text":"The car experienced a sudden catastrophic engine failure. We had just pulled out of the driveway and were on our residential street, so there was no accident, we were able to pull over and stop the vehicle without incident. It was towed to the Kia dealer","quote_3_odi":"11436472","quote_3_text":"The rod punctured the engine block and caused a fire around the fuel pump area. Signs on the positive battery terminal of jumping backwards. Kia believes the cause of the fire was the engine falling apart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2012-steering-coupler-clunk","label":"Steering coupler clicking, clunking, and looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":514,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11685336","quote_1_text":"premature wear of the motor-driven power steering (MDPS) flexible coupling. This wear causes a \"knock\" or \"clunk\" noise when turning the steering wheel, especially at a stop, and may be accompanied by a tight or loose steering feel","quote_2_odi":"11540812","quote_2_text":"2012 KIA SOUL - Steering Column makes horrible clicking / shaking noise when turning wheel. Car only has 36k miles on it. KIA has identified this repair nationally already and offered to extend warranty to 10 years / unlimited miles due to a failed MOTOR DRIVEN POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"11450643","quote_3_text":"My 2012 Kia Soul+ is having the same steering wheel \"clunking\" issue as other years/models which have been issued a recall notice but my year/model/VIN is not included in the recall and I would like for it to be included so I can get the safety issue fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2013-brake-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Brake recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":660,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11627925","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact received a notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11637923","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2013-catalytic-converter-recall","label":"Catalytic converter failure under engine recall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":660,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11750744","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that there was a misfire in the engine. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V120000 (Engine, Engine and Engine Cooling)","quote_2_odi":"11548256","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving approximately 40-45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in traffic. While driving the following day, the vehicle stalled again. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2013-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":660,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11730016","quote_1_text":"Rod went through the the back of the engine causing smoke and vehicle locked up","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2013-steering-coupler-clunk","label":"Steering coupler clunk or clicking noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":660,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11733855","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel column coupler clicking and wore out","quote_2_odi":"11563489","quote_2_text":"My steering coupler is bad","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2013-vehicle-fire-parked","label":"Vehicle fire while parked or idle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":660,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11755234","quote_1_text":"Car caught fire while sitting in my driveway with no one in it for about 12 hours","quote_2_odi":"11674010","quote_2_text":"Was driving on the highway when my car started to smoke pulled over and it was a fire under my hood from the abs module","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11752884","quote_1_text":"On Saturday June 18th, I was in a 4 car pile up accident. My kia soul was totaled, and the airbag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11505538","quote_2_text":"My wife was involved in a traffic accident yesterday where she was not at fault, was hit, had on her safety belt, and her head hit the steering wheel of this car and she lost consciousness and has lacerations requiring stitches on her face","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11745587","quote_1_text":"Calipers were froze from the salt","quote_2_odi":"11702240","quote_2_text":"Upon backing the Kia out of my driveway the brakes failed completly. Upon removing the brake line shield I found extensive corrosion of the brake line resulting in a massive fluid loss","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure and P0420 codes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11592451","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the front end of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure increased significantly while driving. Upon inspecting…","quote_2_odi":"11600580","quote_2_text":"Vehicle diagnosed with code P0420. Upon further inspection discovered to have catalytic converter damage causing further engine mechanical issues and piston damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11580860","quote_1_text":"While driving, the engine failed and began to smoke then was on fire","quote_2_odi":"11498233","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s engine spontaneously caught fire on the interstate. Entire car and all belongings inside were a total loss","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight flicker and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11691926","quote_1_text":"Headlights seem to flicker off and on while using turn signals. Dash lights will brighten during the incident as well","quote_2_odi":"11673102","quote_2_text":"Flickering lights on off while driving at night turn signal triggers it and does it randomly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2014-oil-consumption-rod-bearing","label":"Oil consumption and rod bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":898,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11743971","quote_1_text":"Oil warning dash light illuminated red. Engine oil dipstick showed empty. Oil had been changed within 4 months. Added approximately 3.5 quarts of oil","quote_2_odi":"11639428","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing three has started knocking and is throwing a catalytic converter code","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11587547","quote_1_text":"AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. At 4-way intersection w/ traffic light other driver going northbound blew through their red light (maybe on phone or other distraction) at what seemed like a high speed","quote_2_odi":"11570550","quote_2_text":"I was involved in a head on collision with a F250 truck and the airbags did not deploy. I did hit my head on the steering wheel and have a bruise above my eye and some scratches on my knee","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11560433","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic failure of rear brake line. Rusted through. Started noticing changes to braking on my way home from the dealer after an oil change. There were no warning lights. Thankfully I was at home in the driveway when ALL of the brake fluid leaked out","quote_2_odi":"11707210","quote_2_text":"My brakes went out completely while driving my 2015 kia soul with my daughter in the car","quote_3_odi":"11717476","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the brakes became inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ENGINE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11720424","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was restarted, but was sputtering and making abnormal sounds","quote_2_odi":"11739274","quote_2_text":"On the highway, not reaching speed at expected RPM, try increasing power and RPM stops climbing at 3500, and speed decreases suddenly, car starts bucking, check engine light flashing","quote_3_odi":"11721691","quote_3_text":"While driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, indicating a failure with the catalytic converter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11752482","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, bystanders notified the contact that the vehicle was on fire. The contact pulled over, exited the vehicle, opened the hood, and there were flames coming from the engine. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11686476","quote_2_text":"Driving home from supermarket. Car made a loud bang and started smoking from under the hood. Pulled over into parking lot. Car continued to smoke and within minutes caught on fire from under the hood. Car was engulfed in flames within minutes","quote_3_odi":"11722329","quote_3_text":"While driving at 55 MPH, the contact heard a loud \"pop\" sound followed immediately by visible flames originating from under the hood. No warning lights or indicators were illuminated before the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-engine-failure-knocking","label":"Engine knocking and sudden engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11740279","quote_1_text":"The vehicle exhibited a severe mechanical engine knock, significant magnetic iron debris in the engine oil, and subsequently triggered diagnostic trouble code P1326 (Bearing Wear Limit Exceeded)","quote_2_odi":"11539893","quote_2_text":"I own a 2015 kia soul 2.0 GDI engine, was coming home, the car surged twice and started knocking. I imediatly pulled over and killed the car. Had the car checked, spun the number 3 cylinder connecting rod bearing","quote_3_odi":"11580836","quote_3_text":"Was driving on the highway I hard a pop sound and I look in my mirror and saw a big white smoke fog and then hard tapping from the hood and pulled over and my car would not start had it towed and had 2 mechanic look at it told me my engine is blown and there is a hole in it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-ev-battery-recall-parts","label":"EV battery recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11535224","quote_1_text":"Kia issued recall 23V218 in relation to the High Voltage Battery being able to short curcut and catch fire. They don't know for sure the cause, nor do they have a remedy in place yet","quote_2_odi":"11592461","quote_2_text":"Vehicle recalled by Kia for potential for short and resultant fire from battery pack. Recall performed, traction battery found to be defective. Vehicle taken and held by Kia for six months while awaiting back-ordered replacement traction pack","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-headlight-flicker","label":"Headlight flicker and shutoff with turn signal use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11648970","quote_1_text":"My headlights turn off when I use my blinkers. They also flicker sometimes","quote_2_odi":"11544399","quote_2_text":"Headlights turn off after using the turn signal switch. Started happening once in a while but now it happens not only after using the turn signal switch but the headlights will turn off for a few seconds and then turn back on","quote_3_odi":"11551687","quote_3_text":"Headlights flicker off and sometimes just for a second, sometimes stay off and will usually come back on if i turn them off and on again. But then it happens again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":902,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11745262","quote_1_text":"the car burns oil. I am having to put in 1 to 3 quarts a month","quote_2_odi":"11668441","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption noted at around 40,000 miles. No visible smoke coming from tail pipe but burnt oil smell coming from underneath car in region of catalytic converter","quote_3_odi":"11561997","quote_3_text":"The engine consumes excessive oil, dropping it into the catalytic converter. This clogs the catalytic converter and causes it to overheat, creating a fire hazard. The car is on its 3rd catalytic converter in 5 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-catalytic-converter-clogging","label":"Catalytic converter clogging with loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11733058","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled","quote_2_odi":"11716953","quote_2_text":"I have put my 3rd Catalytic Convertor on this car. It looses power going uphill. Which is not safe. Just had 3rd on replaced yesterday Feb. 9, 2026. The mechanic said there is too much oil going to the engine. Mechanic said next thing would be replacing the engine","quote_3_odi":"11623496","quote_3_text":"Catalytic converter is clogged due to fast oil burning like other 2016 Kia soils involved in the recall. However my VIN isn’t accepted in the recall due to it being the + model but has the exact same issue. Make it unsafe to drive due to sudden power loss when going uphill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11682398","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2016 Kia Soul Plus on the highway, smoke began coming from the rear of the vehicle. Within seconds, flames were visible. Other drivers flagged me down, and I was able to pull over","quote_2_odi":"11732012","quote_2_text":"I proceeded to pull over and got out of the car and saw small flames and smoke coming from under my car. A couple had pulled over with me and had a fire extinguisher which they used to put the fire out","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-engine-seizure-rod-bearing","label":"Engine seizure and rod bearing failure with limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11724827","quote_1_text":"Safety defect P1326 code is a known indicator of rod bearing wear. When it triggered, the vehicle immediately went into Limp Mode, creating a significant safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11675422","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving in a parking lot at approximately 10 MPH, the engine seized. The contact was able to coast to a nearby parking space, where the vehicle lost power and shut off","quote_3_odi":"11581034","quote_3_text":"Catastrophic engine failure. 2016 Kia soul 2.0, (120000 miles) traveling 35 mph when the check engine light started blinking and the engine started making a rattling sound. Engine lost power and had trouble accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-ev-battery-capacity-loss","label":"EV battery pack capacity loss and reduced power mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11588274","quote_1_text":"i have a 2016 Kia Soul EV+. The Hghi Voltage Battery Pack Assembly is malfunctioning and it only charges to 30 percent or a 30-mile range. It should charge to a 90-mile range","quote_2_odi":"11585566","quote_2_text":"The propulsion battery has so much degradation that when I drive on the freeway the \"turtle\" mode activated not allowing me to do freeway speeds with cars around me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption between oil changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11649999","quote_1_text":"I haven't had an incident happen yet but my 2016 KIA Soul with the GDI engine is excessively using oil to the point this time I had to put seven and a half quarts in between oil changes","quote_2_odi":"11640725","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. No warning light was illuminated. The contact was adding seven quarts of oil every 3,000 miles driven","quote_3_odi":"11597272","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Soul. The contact stated that upon servicing the vehicle, he became aware that the vehicle was abnormally low on oil, considering that he had previously performed an oil change within 4,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-paint-delamination","label":"Factory paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11681711","quote_1_text":"The paint of my white Kia Soul 2016 has been peeling on the cars hood, roof, doors. It gets worst every day. I checked for paint recalls but there is no recall at this time","quote_2_odi":"11616849","quote_2_text":"Paint started peeling on the side mirrors, door handles within the last year and seems to have progressed really quickly. They are bubbling, cracking and then just chipping off to reveal the unfinished layer underneath","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2016-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":803,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-07","quote_1_odi":"11696189","quote_1_text":"I was driving on Interstate I-40 when the closed sunroof spontaneously shattered. Nothing external or internal hit the sunroof. Due to the explosive noise, I was distracted and almost wrecked","quote_2_odi":"11593169","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2016 Kia Soul down the road at about 20 mph when I heard a very loud bang that startled me. I looked behind and to the sides and nothing but when I looked up, the fixed panel in the sunroof had shattered but not yet fallen in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11492702","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while in stop-and-go traffic, an 18-wheeler crashed into her vehicle and sent the vehicle into a guardrail. The air bags failed to deploy upon impact and the contact hit her head on the driver-side window","quote_2_odi":"11487073","quote_2_text":"On August 20, 2022, I was driving my 2017 KIA Soul and was slammed into in the front of my car, at full speed, by a KIA sedan which had sped across my path in an attempt to make an illegal U-turn across a highway","quote_3_odi":"11460157","quote_3_text":"Severe front end damage in accident and airbags never deployed on 4/7/2022. Airbag light was never illuminated on the dash. Never received notification of recall before accident. Both driver and passenger taken to emergency room","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2017-brake-failure-unintended-accel","label":"Brake failure and unintended acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677994","quote_1_text":"2017,Kia soul plus brakes failed with no warning and we crashed into an intersection and hit a dump truck. I suffered severe broken bones including a compound femur fracture and broken arm","quote_2_odi":"11427879","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11502455","quote_3_text":"Sudden Acceleration (SUA--3 times same day); almost went through storefront, almost hit by truck @ stop sign, almost hit fence in parking lot twice, had difficulty in highway traffic jam","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2017-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541818","quote_1_text":"On 6/30/23 While exiting the highway and waiting at a traffic light he noticed smoke coming from the hood. As he proceeded through the intersection to pull over the dashboard lit up with many lights and then the power went out","quote_2_odi":"11552007","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated while driving at approximately 70 MPH on the interstate, black smoke emanated from the engine compartment. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road and the flames of the vehicle grew larger","quote_3_odi":"11470607","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, knocking noise would emit from the engine without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2017-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":150,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743757","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, a loud knocking sound was heard, and the vehicle's speed decreased to approximately 25 MPH. The contact was able to safely pull over into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11647251","quote_2_text":"I purchased my car new from the dealer in August of 2017; at 40,000 I started having an excessive oil consumption issue. I took it repeatedly to the dealer for remedy under the warranty","quote_3_odi":"11431670","quote_3_text":"Upon startup one day, the engine began knocking. It was turned off and towed. Both an independent service center and Kia dealer have confirmed connecting rod failure, and the need for a total engine replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2017-paint-delamination","label":"Paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":270,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11479327","quote_1_text":"The paint on my 2017 Kia Soul is peeling (delaminating) on the hood of the vehicle. The paint color is Pearl White, mileage is 81k, photos taken August 13, 2022","quote_2_odi":"11703329","quote_2_text":"I have a white 2017 Kia Soul. I bought it new in 2017. The paint is peeling off really badly. Something is not right. This is not wear and tear paint peeling it is massive all around the car, especially the hood","quote_3_odi":"11535317","quote_3_text":"Paint on the car is delaminating and chipping off and the vehicle is becoming compromised due to the paint coming off the car. This has been confirmed by my dealership where I take the vehicle for service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11539186","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a high speed car accident last week where the impact made me hit my head on the steering wheel. My air bags never deployed even though the other driver was going at least 70mph. My vehicle is a total loss.","quote_2_odi":"11468664","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, another vehicle traveling at a high rate of speed crashed into the front end of her vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact which caused the contact to hit her chest on the steering…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11676911","quote_1_text":"Nov 10,2024 my 2018 Kia soul “1.6” (1.6 is important because only the 2018 Kia soul 2.0 got recognized in class action lawsuit for exact reason my 1.6 did engine fire but yet YOU nor KIA will take responsibility for the fire and you guys for not doing a recall on it) biggest…","quote_2_odi":"11730985","quote_2_text":"My KIA Soul 2018 caught on file while driving. The whole engine was in flames. I didn't want to die because my car has a manufacturing issue that KIA was not aware about. The dealership I've purchased the car from denied to give me a copy of the mechanical inspection done at the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-engine-seizure-rod-failure","label":"Engine seizure and connecting rod failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11724268","quote_1_text":"The engine seized up at 165,000 miles. According to one [XXX] at Trinity Automotive in Fairfield, Ohio, it's a known issue. According to [XXX] at PrebCo in Eaton, Ohio, the issue is related to low-pressure piston rings. Compression tests showed between 0 psi in one cylinder and…","quote_2_odi":"11703799","quote_2_text":"9/25/25 Car would not accelerate on exit ramp and engine seized just as I pulled into Romeo Kia Kingston Car Repair Center, causing a dangerous driving situation. No prior noise or warning lights for the 6 years I have owned the car. 10/6/25 per Jared Illg, District Kia Mgr.…","quote_3_odi":"11724558","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal knocking sound coming from underneath the hood. The check engine and oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer, where it was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11722057","quote_1_text":"ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING IT DOWN THE HIGHWAY Purchased 8/5 from reseller, who had driver it over 200 miles with no issues. Had it inspected that day and no issues found. Scheduled appt w/ Clay Cooley Kia to drop off 8/12 to have warranty recalls addressed. Clay Cooley…","quote_2_odi":"11704038","quote_2_text":"Description of the Problem: My 2018 Kia Soul has a recurring and unresolved safety issue involving sudden loss of power while driving. The check-engine light repeatedly comes on, and at times the vehicle will hesitate or lose acceleration unexpectedly, creating a risk of being…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-oil-consumption-low-oil","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil level","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11733377","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Kia Soul with the 2.0L Nu GDI engine is experiencing severe oil consumption of approximately 1 quart every 300–400 miles. The engine and lubrication system are available for inspection upon request. My check engine light is currently on. The dealer performed several…","quote_2_odi":"11706053","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2018-warranty-recall-repair-denial","label":"Warranty and recall repair denial","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11748805","quote_1_text":"During a BBB dispute regarding warranty coverage, Kia Corporate claimed the vehicle is ineligible for safety recall repairs.","quote_2_odi":"11739077","quote_2_text":"The ABS/traction warning lights came on. On April 29,2026, I took it to Beck and Masten Group 1 Kia inTomball, Texas and they diagnosed as HECU failure. The repair cost $2377.16. KIA corporate denied reimbursement. Lights were resolved after HECU replacement. There was no…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718103","quote_1_text":"This vehicle was seriously damaged in a crash. No airbags deployed. The vehicle was totaled. Another vehicle went through red light and crashed into my car.","quote_2_odi":"11691975","quote_2_text":"I was in a collision while stopped at a red light. Other vehicle impacted the entire drive's side including back passenger rotating the vehicle over 90 degrees and pushing vehicle about 25 yards out into the intersection. The airbags didn't deploy and experienced head, neck, and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2019-catalytic-converter","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11699252","quote_1_text":"This is a 6 year old car, with just under 108,000 miles. The catalytic converter is clogged, most likely from oil getting past the piston rings and contaminating the catalytic converter. High oil consumption, resulting in 1 qt needed to be added every 850-875 miles on average.…","quote_2_odi":"11683721","quote_2_text":"For some reason my 2019 Kia Soul is not included in the previous engine recall. My vehicle is experiencing severe oil burn which has caused the failure of a second catalytic converter. The first was replaced on 11/25/2024 and it is being replaced again on 8/28/2005. This…","quote_3_odi":"11661316","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Kia Soul has had excessive oil consumption issues since we bought it in 2022 or 2023. This week, the check engine light came on, and the mechanic says it is the catalytic converter. This could be a potential fire hazard if we don't take care of it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2019-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11614118","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Kia Soul caught fire while I was driving it. I was driving and all of a sudden there was a light knocking sound in the engine. I was going up a slight hill and the knocking got super loud and then something went bang in the engine, the abs and engine lights started flashi…","quote_2_odi":"11610641","quote_2_text":"I was driving home from work on the highway. The check engine light came on. I made a mental note to tell my son, who is a mechanic. The engine stalled out. I had enough momentum to take the exit from the highway and turn onto a side street before the car quit rolling. A…","quote_3_odi":"11666014","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at 50 MPH, the brakes failed to operate upon depression as heavy, black smoke began to emit from the under the hood of the vehicle. The contact's daughter managed to pull off to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2019-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11668529","quote_1_text":"Burning oil have to put a quart in every 500 miles","quote_2_odi":"11679458","quote_2_text":"Engine burns oil at a rapid rate. Has been inspected & confirmed by dealer. Was informed it may be a piston issue that has been located on similar Kia vehicles, but is not on the recall list. No warning lights appear. No warning light indicating low oil either, which means I must…","quote_3_odi":"11688646","quote_3_text":"Excessive oil consumption leading to complete engine failure. My wife bought this car to be her daily commute to work. When we took the car for its first oil change after hitting the change sticker milage, the mechanic noted that the engine had no oil.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2019-steering-coupler","label":"Steering coupler","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11705619","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became loose, vibrated, and made a knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer, and it was determined that the steering coupler…","quote_2_odi":"11724459","quote_2_text":"2019 Kia Soul has an issue with the steering wheel coupling that needs to be replaced. This has been confirmed by a mechanic. There is a warranty extension on the MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering) rubber coupling - 10 years/100,000 miles - for the 2019 Kia Soul.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-engine-stall-loss-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11700730","quote_1_text":"Car is suddenly stalling without warning during idling or slow acceleration. No check engine light initially appears. When the stall happens a check engine light comes on. When the car restarts there is not a check engine light. Car will sometimes mar a funny sound like a loud","quote_2_odi":"11699234","quote_2_text":"The engine stalled. I was in a left turning lanev(which there's 2 left turning lanes and I was in the far left turning lane when the vehicle stalled and I had to get out in heavy traffic and push the vehicle to the gas station to the right of me. Cars were coming so close to me","quote_3_odi":"11711959","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Kia Soul has around 135,000 miles on it. When accelerating it sounded like a rod or piston was coming through the engine wall. Then began the chugging and loud knocking noises along with engine shutting off. Glad we were not on a railroad track or something like that. We","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-paint-bubbling-peeling","label":"Paint bubbling and peeling on white finish","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749607","quote_1_text":"Vehicle paint is bubbling and pealing. This is the Snow White Pearl paint. Dealer's response is that it is not their problem and the manufacturer states that they will not make any repairs or compensation. There are also numerous rust spots all over the car as shown in attached","quote_2_odi":"11693943","quote_2_text":"Paint is bubbling and peeling off in large sections down to the primer coat. The paint is shedding. Paint does not appear to have adhered to the E-coat","quote_3_odi":"11612384","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Kia Soul S is not even five years old yet and far under 100k miles and I noticed that the paint in several places has started to lift and this should not happen. I have heard that other Kia models with the same paint, Snow White Pearl, have had the same reported issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-piston-ring-oil-burn","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston ring wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737951","quote_1_text":"This vehicle burns over 2 quarts of oil between oil changes. Had 3 oil consumption tests. Kia states that this motor is supposed to burn that much oil. My catalytic converter is now going bad due to the amount of burnt oil clogging it. Why have these engines not been recalled?","quote_2_odi":"11692619","quote_2_text":"Since the first year of ownership, I have noticed that the vehicle burns oil excessively. I reported this issue to the Kia dealership, but I was told that “it is normal to add a quart of oil every other week.” Despite this statement, I believe this is not normal and points to a","quote_3_odi":"11644921","quote_3_text":"I have called Kia multiple times about my 2020 Kia soul burning oil. The car is only 5 years old and should not be going through oil like it is. My car takes 5 quarts of oil. I do an oil change every 3,000 miles. When I drain the old oil it’s only at 2 quarts. The car burns 3","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-sc209-recall-remedy-fails","label":"SC209 recall repair failing to resolve engine defect","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11712729","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Kia Soul is suffering catastrophic engine failure from a known safety recall defect involving the piston oil rings. I received a safety recall notice from Kia on July 5, 2021 warning that defective piston oil rings could cause engine damage and engine fires. I brought","quote_2_odi":"11747963","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Kia Soul that received Recall SC209. Kia performed the recall remedy and considered the recall complete. Before the engine failed, the vehicle had a documented history of excessive oil consumption. The vehicle was previously diagnosed by an independent third-party","quote_3_odi":"11683347","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Soul. The contact previously received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V259000 (Engine). The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where an inspection was performed, and the contact was informed that the vehicle had passed the inspection. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-theft-missing-immobilizer","label":"Vehicle theft linked to missing engine immobilizer","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11549909","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was stolen this morning from my home. I was not notified of a defect causing it to be stolen easily. Glass left in parking spot where car had been parked","quote_2_odi":"11568226","quote_2_text":"Unknown. Im honestly not sure if this complaint would fit in this category. I have contacted Kia multiple times and have gotten no response. I had my Kia updated with the anti theft system and i have gotten denied insurance more than once due to the fact that the update does not","quote_3_odi":"11517894","quote_3_text":"Car subject to theft SEE NHSTA press release Feb. 14, 2003 The press release announced a fix had already been achieved (EMPHASIS ADDED): Hyundai and Kia HAVE developed theft deterrent software for millions of their vehicles that lack an immobilizer and will provide it FREE of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":369,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11701939","quote_1_text":"Vehicle transaxle will start or feel like is slips and wont go pass 40mph on the highway and has become a safety concern. This started about a week ago and continues. No lights on dash and dealer claims they cant duplicated concern. On the way to the dealer it was doing it and","quote_2_odi":"11530222","quote_2_text":"Approximately 30 miles into a trip, with mostly highway driving, the transmission failed completely. Stepping on the gas pedal caused the engine to roar but did not move the car. Unfortunately, this happened while I was driving eastbound on the San Francisco Bay Bridge, causing","quote_3_odi":"11518632","quote_3_text":"My experience: My transmission failed while driving at full speed on the highway. My car initially started balking, with RPMs jumping between 2000 and 3000 RMPs. Then, it revved high and RPMs suddenly jumped into the red while the car was not propelling forward at any real","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-brake-fca-failure","label":"Brake and forward-collision-avoidance failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663556","quote_1_text":"Driving, slowing down for a stop light. Put the brakes on, they did not work. Push the all the way to the floor. Hit the vehicle in front of me. Luckily going slow between lights","quote_2_odi":"11717950","quote_2_text":"Description of Incident: On February 9, 2026, at approximately 3:00 PM, I was driving my 2021 Kia Soul on Calvine Road and Winterberry in Elk Grove, CA. A vehicle suddenly merged into my path","quote_3_odi":"11718935","quote_3_text":"I immediately attempted to apply the brakes, but the pedal failed to depress or engage normally. Despite the imminent collision, the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA) failed to provide any alert, and the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system did not activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755927","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. The check engine and engine oil warning lights were illuminated. The contact added engine oil to the engine and restarted the vehicle, but the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11719469","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the engine seized. The contact stated that nearby drivers assisted with pushing the vehicle to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"11675343","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle began running rough and stalled shortly after. It would not restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealership, where they diagnosed “excessive cylinder wall scoring” and no engine compression","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from defective piston rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731690","quote_1_text":"the engine is consuming a quart of oil per thousand miles","quote_2_odi":"11687991","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Soul. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that the vehicle consumes one quart of engine oil every 1,000 miles. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11710738","quote_3_text":"On 01/12/2026, I had my 2021 Kia Soul (VIN: [XXX] ) inspected by a technician at J&K Automotive after discovering a significant drop in oil. The technician found the engine oil dipstick completely dry","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-recall-repair-denied","label":"Piston ring recall repair denied, delayed, or disputed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713149","quote_1_text":"My Kia Soul had a recall for the Pistons to be replaced due to faulty pistons. Now they are saying my engine is needing replacement, even with regular scheduled oil changes being done. They said the top was full of sludge","quote_2_odi":"11695658","quote_2_text":"Description of Problem: My 2021 Kia Soul experienced complete engine failure consistent with the defect described in Recall 25V099 (SC336), which addresses faulty piston oil rings that can cause engine damage, stalling, and potential fire risk","quote_3_odi":"11740662","quote_3_text":"2021 Kia Soul | VIN: [XXX] | Recall SC336 (NHTSA 25V099) | Kia America Case No. XXX DEALER: Team Kia of El Cajon, 541 N. Johnson Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020 SYMPTOMS: Rapid oil consumption, abnormal engine noise, overheating, vehicle stalling at complete stops, difficulty restarting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-roof-paint-peeling","label":"Roof paint delamination and peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730709","quote_1_text":"Manufacturer defect: Massive paint delamination/adhesion failure on the roof. Large sheets of paint are flaking off while the vehicle is in motion, creating a debris hazard for following drivers and distracting the operator","quote_2_odi":"11708427","quote_2_text":"Paint chipping and peeling in several places","quote_3_odi":"11696108","quote_3_text":"Paint is peeling on the roof of my 2021 Kia Soul - for no reason. I have read that other KIA owners have this problem and Kia is not taking responsibility for this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-steering-malfunction","label":"Electric power steering and lane-keep malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644815","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while turning the ignition on and off, there was a knocking sound coming from the dashboard. After pulling into a parking lot, a red exclamation point illuminated the instrument panel, and the steering wheel seized","quote_2_odi":"11661370","quote_2_text":"I purchased vehicle in Nov 2025 from Autonation. It drove well for awhile, but once I drove steadily for several miles, the steering wheel started drifting back and forth, rather like it was driving itself","quote_3_odi":"11552757","quote_3_text":"First off I do not use my lane keep assist. When traveling at any speed on a long curves of 100 to 150 ft or longer or sitting in a parking lot with the steering wheel angled between 15 to 30 degrees either left or right of center for 15 to 30 seconds the system will","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure with loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":227,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11525648","quote_1_text":"I was on the freeway, and the car was shuddering a bit before I lost the ability to accelerate. It would rev but no power to the wheels. Had to pull over and get towed to the dealer. I think it may be a transmission failure","quote_2_odi":"11570756","quote_2_text":"A few days later on my way to work. I entered the highway the car was running fine at 70mph then all of a sudden it lost power.. No power in the middle of the busy Atlanta Highway!! I was able to coast onto the shoulder. At that point I turned the car off","quote_3_odi":"11716734","quote_3_text":"The transmission on the vehicle has gone bad twice since we purchased it used. The car has 34,400 miles on it. The problem puts the driver in an unsafe situation as the problem causes the car to lose power while at high speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-airbag-seatbelt-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and seat belt buckle failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11445349","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while at a stop, the vehicle was rear-ended and the seat belts did not retract nor did none of the airbags deploy. The contact sustained shoulder bruises and a hip bruise. The contact's friend was sitting in the passenger side front seat and sustained a head…","quote_2_odi":"11667358","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, another vehicle attempted to merge in front of the contact, causing the front driver side of the vehicle to collide with the rear passenger end of another vehicle, but the air bag did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-electrical-warning-lights-reboot","label":"Multiple warning lights and electrical system reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696462","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the month that the vehicle was purchased, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle stalled. The contact was unable to coast to the side of the road. The ABS, traction control, Forward Collision…","quote_2_odi":"11544794","quote_2_text":"When applying brakes over bumps the car sounds as if the brakes are locking up. When putting are in reverse and it uses the Automatic Emergency Braking aggressively too early. I have already paid to replace the window motors due to all windows not working when using the button","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-engine-oil-consumption-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and catastrophic engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734807","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Kia Soul with a 2.0 Litre Engine is consuming lots of oil, I'm having to ad a quart every day. I have check engine lights for the catalytic converter and engine missfires. The car has always consumed oil between oil changes since I bought it new in 2022","quote_2_odi":"11725761","quote_2_text":"While driving in normal traffic conditions, the vehicle suddenly began running rough, lost power, and entered limp mode. Shortly after, the engine stalled while I was actively driving, creating a dangerous situation and safety concern for myself and other drivers","quote_3_odi":"11680691","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the contact was informed that there was no oil in the engine. The contact stated that oil was being added to the vehicle more often than normal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736581","quote_1_text":"Weeks before the vehicle completely shut down, my car began stalling and shutting off in traffic without warning while driving. I was usually able to turn the vehicle off and restart it, and it would come back on temporarily. At red lights and stop signs, the vehicle would power…","quote_2_odi":"11695800","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle, it just turns off while driving.  It has NEVER stopped doing this.  The dealership has consistently stated they are unable to repair as the diagnostic device does not register any code.  Impossible as the car should have retained a code","quote_3_odi":"11647248","quote_3_text":"I bought my 2022 KIA Soul September 2021. in 2022, I brought my car to KIA in Clifton NJ because it shut down suddenly without warning while in drive, the battery, oil and engine lights came on. I would put my car in park, turn it off and on again for the car to start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-ivt-transmission-failure","label":"IVT transmission failure and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11452546","quote_1_text":"At 4300 miles, the IVT transmission imploded while on the freeway. Same issues as all the others reported here - fluctuating rpms, followed by a complete loss of power while the tach is redlined. Had it towed to the Kia dealership, and they determined that I needed a new…","quote_2_odi":"11516974","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed on my 2022 Kia soul in June 2022 when my car only had 4,594 miles. I was stuck in the middle of a busy intersection with my daughter and I in the car unable to accelerate almost being hit by multiple vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11554475","quote_3_text":"10/27/23 the engine turned off on Rt93 highway in Massachusetts while in stop-and-go traffic.  I put it in park, and restarted the car.  It seems to accelerate fine, but is herky-jerky when slowing down.  It has a rubber band effect, and threatens to stall at 22mph and 12mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2022-recall-25v099-parts-delay","label":"NHTSA recall 25V099 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658553","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the recall repair was on hold","quote_2_odi":"11656698","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a rattling sound coming from the front end","quote_3_odi":"11655000","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V099000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-adas-warning-cascade","label":"ADAS warning light cascade and system disable","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08-28 → 2024-10-17","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11620494","quote_1_text":"Periodically while driving, I receive error notifications on the dashboard through both sound alerts and warning lights, resulting in the affected systems temporarily ceasing to function. The dashboard provides specific warnings: \"check forward safety system,\" \"check lane safety system,\" \"check speed limit system,\"…","quote_2_odi":"11562729","quote_2_text":"All safety and driver assist malfunction warning lights display in succession - see pictures and video if upload-able. Had two Kia dealership service centers inspect and neither could replicate malfunctions nor would they document the issue. Incident has occurred sporadically between August and December 2023.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall, shutdown, and failure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10-28 → 2026-05-21","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533870","quote_1_text":"While driving it up there the engine shut off while driving I was doing approximately 43mph with the keys located in the storage space near the gear shift. The entire car shut down, instrument cluster and all, my steering wheel locked, and i had to coast to the side of a road. The car then restarted…","quote_2_odi":"11615621","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into a mall, there was an abnormally low rumbling and ticking sound coming from the vehicle. While driving 45 MPH, the message to turn off and restart the vehicle was displayed with an audible alarm. The contact stated that the vehicle had shut off on three separate…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-headlight-output","label":"Headlight low output at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12-21 → 2024-04-29","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585751","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is almost un-drivable at night due to a terrible headlight bean pattern. See attached image. I have taken to two different Kia Dealerships with no results and reached out to Kia. Something is seriously wrong with these lights.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster going blank or inoperable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04-03 → 2026-03-20","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11515124","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster is no longer displaying vital information. (Speedometer, tachometer, odometer, warning indicator lights, etc.) It still displays turn indicators and headlight indicators. The remedy is to replace the instrument cluster and have it recalibrated","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-lane-keep-steering-jerk","label":"Lane keep assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: AUTOMATIC STEERING, STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05-26 → 2025-09-23","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524077","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the lane assist feature malfunctioned and the steering wheel inadvertently turned sharply to the left and seized. As a result, the vehicle crashed into trees and rolled down the hill. The contact was removed from the vehicle. The contact sustained injury…","quote_2_odi":"11689118","quote_2_text":"Since I purchased the car the steering wheel will jerk, when im on a 2 lane road. It always jerks towards on-coming traffic, and it only does this when there is a car coming in the opposite lane and is just about to pass me. I have to fight with the steering wheel to get it back to go straight.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-powertrain-recall-parts","label":"Power train recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09-28 → 2025-09-25","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11548674","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V531000 (Power Train) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed…","quote_2_odi":"11689643","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V531000 (Power Train), for which the dealer replaced the electric oil pump controller as the remedy. After the repair, the cruise control was unintendedly activated. The Lane Keep Assist feature was intermittently activated independently.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"soul-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09-28 → 2026-03-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550927","quote_1_text":"Right before the operator intended to park, an unexpected and rapid acceleration of the vehicle occurred. This acceleration was not initiated or controlled by the operator in any way. It is important to highlight that the operator did not intentionally press the accelerator pedal.","quote_2_odi":"11598272","quote_2_text":"I was backing up into my parking place in an alley way. I was turning slightly to the right to fit in and the car started to accelerate. I hit the back wall with the rear of my car. I put the car into drive not realizing it was still accelerating.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-adas-malfunction","label":"Driver-assist system malfunction and false alerts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11734083","quote_1_text":"Intermittent failure of multiple safety‑critical Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) while driving. Forward collision avoidance, lane safety, and other driver‑assist features disable simultaneously without warning.","quote_2_odi":"11709981","quote_2_text":"Driver Attention Warning (DAW), \"Consider Taking A Break\", is coming on randomly, sometimes multiple times within a short driving distance. Has become a DISTRACTION instead of a SAFETY FEATURE! Cannot turn off or even turn down the sound. Even on \"low\" sound, still loud enough…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-back-over-prevention-no-alert","label":"Back-over prevention system with no audible alert","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11656255","quote_1_text":"No sound when object is in area of vehicle when backing up.","quote_2_odi":"11655606","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was looked at and was told it didn’t have sensors for the problem, I can’t believe the vehicle didn’t have sensors for that problem when the rest of the vehicle has sensors for everything else. The vehicle should be recalled to have the sensors put on for safety…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-brake-pedal-issues","label":"Brake pedal feel and travel issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11749384","quote_1_text":"Had to make a panic stop in rain on interstate due to vehicle in front of me using emergency turn around (vehicle was not authorized to use). Brake pedal went down furthur than normal amd abs did not activate. Barely missed having an accident. Exiting 12 miles later brake pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11613757","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL RUBBER IS MADE OF A HARD PLASTIC OR SYNTHETIC RUBBER. BOTH I AND MY WIFES FOOT SLIDES OFF OF IT NO MATTER WHAT TYPE OF SHOE WERE WEARING. I STARTED WEARING TENNIS SHOES, HELPED A LITTLE. BUT I'VE NEARLY HAD SEVERAL WRECKS WHERE I WAS GOING SLOW CAME UP TO THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-dim-low-beam-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlight illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11724073","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving at night, the low beam headlights were very dim. The headlight control was set to automatic, but the dimness of the headlights was the same as when switched to manual control. The failure was not as…","quote_2_odi":"11630215","quote_2_text":"Headlights are not bright enough. In areas with no street lights it’s like driving with candles. The light is yellow and dim. This is a new car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11635672","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Soul. The contact stated that while driving on an access road at 20 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over onto the side of the road to inspect the vehicle. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11614930","quote_2_text":"While sitting at a light, the vehicle would completely turn off! I put the vehicle in park and attempt to restart it. After several attempts, the vehicle would turn on and work properly. This happened to me on 2 occasions. The first time it happened was [XXX]. (My son and I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-horn-failure","label":"Horn assembly failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11666893","quote_1_text":"Horn malfunctioned, a known issue recognized by Kia on these models. Visited an authorized Kia repair center in Maryland on June 14, 2025. The repair center indicated that the necessary parts (96611-K0030 and 96619-T6000) are not available in Maryland or surrounding states, and…","quote_2_odi":"11712484","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has less than 8K miles. This weekend my horn stopped working (a definite safety problem) and the signal that I had locked my car doors using my fob failed to work. The lights did flash to signal they were locked (I checked just to be sure!) I need to have the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Soul","model_slug":"soul","cluster_id":"kia-soul-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11598232","quote_1_text":"The entire instrument cluster above the steering wheel is blacked out, and the car is constantly saying “wrong driving direction detected.” I cannot see my speed, fuel gauge, odometer or whether there are safety alerts.","quote_2_odi":"11624419","quote_2_text":"Went out to my car one morning and my entire instrument cluster was black. I could not see my speedometer, gas gauge, mileage, nothing. Had to drive it for 2 days while using waze to keep track of my speed until I could get my car into the dealership. I have been waiting for 3…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/soul","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11141234","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN ANIMAL RAN OUT ONTO THE ROAD AND CAUSED HIM TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11101169","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT YET THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE ACCIDENT RESULTED IN THE DEATH OF A REAR SEAT PASSENGER","quote_3_odi":"11061398","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, A DEER JUMPED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND DAMAGED THE WINDSHIELD. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2010-brake-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Service brakes recall repair delayed by parts backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11586194","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle was jerking, and the electronic stability control warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11572889","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11570381","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2010,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2010-seat-belt-fraying","label":"Seat belt webbing frayed","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11144546","quote_1_text":"I FILED A COMPLAINT BEFORE KIA CALLED AND SAID THEY WOULD REPLACE SEAT BELT AS A COURTESY BUT I WOULD HAVE TO PAY LABOR, DEALER SAID A MOUSE CHEWED IT, I HAD 2 PEOPLE LOOK AT IT AND IT IS FRAYED, ONLY ONE, NO OTHER SEAT BELT, COAT, TOWELS, WALMART TOTES NOTHING NOT EVEN THE","quote_2_odi":"11127973","quote_2_text":"INSIDE RIDER SEATBELT IS FRAYED BAD, WHEN ON IT IS ACROSS CHEST WHEN NOT USED FRAYED PART IS DOWN INSIDE, THE KIA GARAGE IS BLAMING A MOUSE CHEWED, NO WAY COULD A MOUSE GET IN THAT TINY PLACE THAT IS ONLY SIZE OF A THIN PAPER PLATE, KIA WHEN I CALLED HE HUNG UP ON ME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-brake-hecu-recall-parts","label":"Brake control unit recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11582906","quote_1_text":"My complaint is in regard to your safety recall, 23V652. I received a letter notice stating my 2011 Kia Sportage is unsafe to drive. it may start a fire in the Hydraulic Electronic control unit (HECU) whether the car is parked and not being used or while driving","quote_2_odi":"11619604","quote_2_text":"KIA issue a recall for my vehicle. Visited the dealership as instructed and the replacement part was not available. After a month and a half, they still don't know when they will receive the part. Driving a car with a safety recall (fire possible) is not ideal","quote_3_odi":"11563991","quote_3_text":"It's been close to 6 months since they did the hydraulic brake switch fuse recall. This is a pretty big deal with cars catching on fire out of nowhere. How long do they have to come up with a solution?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-electrical-engine-fire","label":"Under-hood and electrical fire with burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FIRERELATED","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11679186","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my 2011 Kia Sportage SX (VIN: [XXX] ) caught fire while I was driving. The vehicle rapidly filled with smoke, causing throat and eye irritation from smoke inhalation. My insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss","quote_2_odi":"10531503","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS NOT RUNNING AND SMOKE STARTED TO COME OUT FROM UNDER THE DASH ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. I POPPED THE HOOD AND THERE WAS NO SMOKE PRESENT UNDERNEATH. THE CAR THEN STARTED ITSELF WITH NO KEY IN THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"11098876","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WITH 87,942 WELL MAINTAINED MILES ALL OF A SUDDEN BLEW THE ENGINE AND CAUGHT FIRE.RECALL ON CERTAIN MODELS WITH THE SAME YEAR WITH CAM BEARINGS LETTING GO INTERNALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-engine-bearing-seizure","label":"Engine bearing wear leading to stall and seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11055514","quote_1_text":"THERE CURRENTLY IS A RECALL ON CERTAIN 2011 KIA SPORTAGES WITH THE ENGINE BEARINGS PREMATURELY WEARING AND CAUSING THE ENGINE TO SEIZE. I HAVE A 2011 SPORTAGE THAT IS SHOWING SIGNS OF THIS. TWICE, MY SPORTAGE HAS JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING IT","quote_2_odi":"11288091","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, A SUDDEN CLANKING NOISE OCCURRED BEFORE THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE HAD BLOWN","quote_3_odi":"11519512","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V101000 (Engine). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-steering-drift-highway","label":"Electronic power steering drift at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10430329","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONIC STEERING ON MY 2011 SPORTAGES CAUSES A PROBLEM DURING TRAVEL AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. ALL CARS WILL SLOWLY DRIFT TO THE SIDE WHEN DRIVING ON A FLAT STRAIGHT ROAD BUT NORMALLY IT ONLY REQUIRES A SLIGHT PRESSURE ON THE STEERING WHEEL TO CORRECT","quote_2_odi":"10425567","quote_2_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING ISSUE. IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO TRACK VEHICLE STRAIGHT AT SPEEDS OVER 30 MPH. WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE WILL DRIFT TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. THE ONLY WAY TO MAINTAIN A STRAIGHT LINE IS TO CONSTANTLY MAKE CORRECTIONS WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11076590","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROL IS NOT WORKING PROPERLY ESPECIALLY UNDER 60 MPH. I BELIEVE IT HAS A PROBLEM THAT COMES FROM THE FACTORY SETTINGS. I ALSO HAVE SEEN THAT MANY 2011 KIA SPORTAGE OWNERS HAVE THE SAME ISSUE WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-stop-lamp-switch-shift-lock","label":"Stop lamp switch failure disabling shift lock and start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11390243","quote_1_text":"RECALL NO. 13V114 HAS STILL NOT BEEN RESOLVED. WITH NO PREDICABLE FREQUENCY, MY DAUGHTER'S CAR WILL SUDDENLY BE DIFFICULT TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK AND THE STEERING WILL BECOME MORE DIFFICULT, THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE, THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL BE INOPERATIVE","quote_2_odi":"10631138","quote_2_text":"THE STOP LAMP SWITCH IN THIS VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY MALFUNCTIONS. THE MALFUNCTIONING STOP LAMP SWITCH HAS CAUSED THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED","quote_3_odi":"11089924","quote_3_text":"MY CAR'S SHIFT BUTTON SUDDENLY BECAME STUCK IN THE HANDLE AND I CANNOT \"PARK\" MY CAR OR TURN OFF THE KEY. I DROVE IT TO COLLEGE, AS I WAS STOPPED IN THE PARKING LOT, WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, AND PRESSED THE BUTTON TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2011,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2011-sunroof-shatters","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":181,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11080855","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND GLASS SHATTERED INTO THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10910889","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HER KIA SPORTAGE ON I-25 JUST NORTH OF CASTLE ROCK AT ABOUT 70 MPH WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD GUNSHOT NOISE AND SHE NOTICED THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. SHE IS SURE THAT SHE DID NOT SEE ANYTHING STRIKE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11035232","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2012-brake-hydraulic-recall-delay","label":"Brake hydraulic control unit recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11557401","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11633380","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2012-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction and burning smell","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11655352","quote_1_text":"The car has been giving off a burning smell each time that I begin to drive especially if the heat is being utilized. The smell worsens as I drive a further distance","quote_2_odi":"11588236","quote_2_text":"I am writing about a recall notice that was issued last fall (2023) and has not yet been repaired by KIA, this vehicle's manufacturer. The HECU unit has a bad fuse that can cause a fire while driving or when parked","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2012-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11746708","quote_1_text":"I was driving eastbound in my 2012 Kia Sportage on I-82 just past Benton City MP97 at about 11AM on Monday June 22, 2026, when my engine knocked twice, the red check engine light came on, and I lost power","quote_2_odi":"11311025","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT DRIVING 55 MPH, WHEN SHE NOTICED THE OIL LIGHT COME ON AND SAW SMOKE. WHEN SHE PULLED OVER AND CHECKED THE HOOD SHE SAW SMOKE AND FLAMES COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11395916","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V750000 (ENGINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2012-engine-knock-seizure","label":"Engine knock, seizure, and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":139,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11240858","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE BEGAN TO RATTLE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT, LOSE SPEED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. MY DAUGHTER PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO THE MEDIAN AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11360985","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE SHUTOFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED BUT WAS IMMOBILE","quote_3_odi":"11744253","quote_3_text":"On XXX, my 2012 Kia Sportage experienced a catastrophic engine failure while traveling on the interstate. The connecting rod failed, breaking through the engine block, causing sudden and sever oil leak and heavy smoke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2012,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2012-powertrain-stall","label":"Powertrain stall and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":392,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11339775","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FROM A STOP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND BEFORE LUNGING FORWARD. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11310717","quote_2_text":"MY 20 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER 2012 KIA SPORTAGE ON THE 30 BYPASS GOING 55 MILES AN HOUR WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN SHE HAD ENGINE LOSS. THANK GOODNESS SHE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITHOUT GETTING HIT OR EVEN KILLED. SHE WAS VERY SCARED","quote_3_odi":"11258427","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AS SMOKE APPEARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2013-engine-knock-noise","label":"Engine knocking or rattling noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11363521","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY THERE WAS A LOUD BANGING SOUND. THE OIL, BRAKE AND ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY. I PULLED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE CAR OFF. I TRIED TO TURN THE CAR BACK ON BUT IT JUST MADE A LOUD NOISE AND WOULD NOT TURN ON","quote_2_odi":"11361251","quote_2_text":"NO CHECK ENGINE OR OIL LIGHT DISPLAYED. ENGINE HAS 183,936 MILES. ENGINE STARTED RATTLING WHILE PRESSING ACCELERATOR AND CONTINUED TO GET WORSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2013-engine-seizure-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11486007","quote_1_text":"My motor completely seized up in the middle of driving on a busy road. I was left in traffic suddenly with no power and no way to maneuver out of harms way","quote_2_odi":"11308880","quote_2_text":"CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE CONNECTING ROD. BROKE RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROD. MANUFACTURING DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2013-engine-warranty-claim-denial","label":"Engine replacement warranty claim denial","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11406470","quote_1_text":"AT A FREEWAY OFF RAMP STOP SIGN MY 2013, KIA SPORTAGE ENGINE DIED AND COULD NOT BE RESTARTED.THERE ARE 70,000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO MY MECHANIC. INVESTIGATION DETERMINED THAT THE MOTOR BEARINGS WERE DEFECTIVE. THIS IS THE EXACT PROBLEM FOR WHICH KIA IS HAVING A","quote_2_odi":"11568502","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine made a tapping sound, and then the vehicle lost motive power. No warning light was illuminated. Additionally, there was engine oil leaking onto the ground while driving,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2013,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2013-hecu-recall-parts-delay","label":"HECU recall repair parts backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11580809","quote_1_text":"Hecu needs to be replaced. This is a dangerous recall and it has almost been one year and it hasn't been resolved because the parts arent available.. I have children in my car and they tell me a fire could start while driving or parked. So, they will see the urgency in getting","quote_2_odi":"11612486","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V652000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2014-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11169871","quote_1_text":"AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WENT AIRBORNE AND CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CHRONIC WHIPLASH, A CONCUSSION, A SORE ARM, AND BACK INJURIES. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS RECEIVED","quote_2_odi":"10870011","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A ROAD SIGN, A POLE, AND ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2014-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure and stall from rod bearing wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11566089","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25–35 MPH, the engine seized. There was smoke coming from the engine compartment. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11662413","quote_2_text":"While driving on an interstate, our vehicle experienced complete engine failure. It was towed to auto garage and examined. We were advised the timing chain had stretched and there were metal shavings in the oil (only roughly 100,000 miles on vehicle)","quote_3_odi":"11488817","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving, the engine stalled. The contact then stated that she noticed smoke on the windshield of the vehicle. No warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2014-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11485533","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that the parts were not","quote_2_odi":"11481511","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Kia Sportage has been under a recall since February of 2022. As of today, August 27, 2022, no remedy has been made available","quote_3_odi":"11477724","quote_3_text":"We were notified of this recall in February 2022. It's now August 2022. We called the dealer repeatedly and keep getting told the part is not available yet, try back in a couple weeks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2014,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10690204","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. I HAD JUST ENTERED THE HIGHWAY (THERE WAS NO OVERPASS NEAR ME) MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. I HEARD A LOUD POP LIKE A GUN SHOT AND GLASS RAINED DOWN ON ME","quote_2_odi":"11082085","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED - I WAS TRAVELLING AT APPROX. 60MPH ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING SMALL PIECES OF GLASS TO FALL INTO THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10971994","quote_3_text":"WHILE BACKING MY 2014 KIA SPORTAGE OUT OF MY GARAGE, I HEARD A LOUD NOISE. IT ALMOST SOUNDED LIKE A TIRE BLOWOUT. UPON INSPECTION, ALL 4 TIRES WERE FINE. THE ENTIRE FRONT SEPARATE PORTION OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED / SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-airbag-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10884082","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11372638","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS IN A COLLISION WITH METAL BRIDGE BARRIER(STANDING SOLID OBJECT) HEAD ON, SPUN TO HIT BOTH REAR SIDES AND SPUN SOME MORE AND NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"10913926","quote_3_text":"INVOLVED IN A VERY LOW IMPACT ACCIDENT, GOING APPROXIMATELY 8-10MPH IF THAT, VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME, PRESSED BRAKE, ROADS ICY, AND SLID INTO VEHICLE WHICH PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. IMPACT CAUSED AIRBAG TO COME OUT AND BROKE MY HAND/WRIST/ARM IN 3 PLACES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11743850","quote_1_text":"Engine fire which led to explosion and total loss","quote_2_odi":"11082031","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THERE WAS A POPPING NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","quote_3_odi":"11078775","quote_3_text":"THE 2015 KIA SPORTAGE WAS IN THE PARKING LOT AT THE MEDICAL CENTER WHERE MY WIFE HAD A DOCTOR APPOINTMENT. SHE WAS INSIDE APPROXIMATELY 10-15 MINUTES WHEN AN ANNOUNCEMENT WAS MADE ABOUT A RED KIA IN THE PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-engine-stall-seizure","label":"Engine stalling and seizure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11111111","quote_1_text":"SPUN A ROD IN THE ENGINE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11365597","quote_2_text":"ON 10/9/2020 DRIVING SOUTH ON PA. TURNPIKE NE EXTENSION WHEN ENGINE STATED KNOCKING AND LOSING POWER. PULLED OVER ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND TRIED TO RESTART IT BUT IT WOULD NOT TURN OVER","quote_3_odi":"11510772","quote_3_text":"Driving on the interstate in the passing lane going approximately 70 mph. With no warning the engine completely cut out. I was bearly able to pull over. I was traveling up hill. Car was towed to a service garage where it was decided that the engine locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11396464","quote_1_text":"ENGINE USES APPROXIMATELY 1 QUART OF OIL PER MONTH WITH MINIMAL USAGE DUE TO COVID","quote_2_odi":"11575250","quote_2_text":"Having to refill the oil every week ! This has been check over and over and they can’t find nothing my engine needs to be replaced ! Burning way too much oil and costing me too much money to keep refilling","quote_3_odi":"11526186","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming one quart of oil per day. No warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall 22V051 brake/fire repair parts backordered","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11642762","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number 22V051000 (Service Brake, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11481523","quote_2_text":"This is a complaint about NHTSA recall #22V051, manufacturer recall #SC227B. I was notified of this recall in March 2022 and there has been no remedy and no further correspondence","quote_3_odi":"11479385","quote_3_text":"Looking for assistance in getting recall sc227b completed. HW Kia (dealer) keeps telling me there is no part available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2015,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2015-warranty-denial","label":"Engine warranty coverage denied over recall compliance","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11733440","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint because Kia is denying warranty coverage for a known engine defect (rod bearing failure in the Theta II GDI engine) on my 2015 Kia Sportage","quote_2_odi":"11434307","quote_2_text":"My husband and daughter were in the car and the car lights came on and stopped working. The engine stopped working. We tried to replace the battery and starter. We took it to Kia dealership knowing I have 100,000 mile warranty on the engine","quote_3_odi":"11488099","quote_3_text":"Two weeks ago my car began making a loud knocking noise from the bottom end and emitting a burning smell from the engine out of nowhere, without any warning lamps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2016-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11713791","quote_1_text":"My wife was recently in a car accident and sandwiched between two cars and the airbags didn’t deploy","quote_2_odi":"11173110","quote_2_text":"MY DAUGHTER, WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON 1/29/19 AT 7:45AM. SHE WAS STOPPED AND A TRUCK HIT HER FROM BEHIND AND SHE HIT THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT GO OFF AND SHE HIT HER HEAD ON WHEEL, AND WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11166418","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG CAME OUT BUT DID NOT INFLATE IN HEAD ON COLLISION SEAT BELT DID NOT RESTRAIN 40 MPH HEAD ON IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2016-brake-recall-delay","label":"Brake control unit recall delay and fire risk","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11663235","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V051000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11481558","quote_2_text":"I receive a manufacturer's safety recall notification from KIA America, Inc.in April, 2022, as the owner of a 2016 Kia Sportage EX. To date (August 27, 2022), KIA America, Inc. has not addressed or corrected the problem","quote_3_odi":"11464487","quote_3_text":"2016 KIA SPORTAGE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-051. THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2016-engine-seizure","label":"Engine stall and seizure from knock sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11602689","quote_1_text":"The engine knocks took it to the auto mechanic and needs a new engine. Have to pay for this and reading on line it is a well known issue","quote_2_odi":"11716724","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the transmission failed to properly change gears","quote_3_odi":"11544642","quote_3_text":"This car was driven by a 17 year old high school student. Car with high oil consumption engine resulting in engine seizure 4/2022","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2016-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Vehicle speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11616318","quote_1_text":"The car accelerated of its own accord, I had been driving 30-35 miles an hour when it accelerated suddenly and caused me to wreck","quote_2_odi":"10850519","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC THE GAS PETAL SOMETIMES DOESN'T WORK. THIS IS A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION, BECAUSE OF ON COMING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10965902","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 KIA SPORTAGE. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND FAILED TO BACKPEDAL FOR 2-3 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2016,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10872433","quote_1_text":"THIS MORNING I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG. I GOT OUT TO LOOK, ASSUMING IT WAS A TIRE","quote_2_odi":"11132388","quote_2_text":"ON 9/28/2018 WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY MY SUNROOF IN MY 2016 KIA SPORTAGE EXPLODED . THERE WAS NO REASON FOR THIS TO OCCUR","quote_3_odi":"11061318","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED ON I10 FREEWAY AT 65 MPH CAR BEHIND GOT GLASS FRAGMENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing doors from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11690994","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to enter the vehicle through the rear doors, the rear doors were inoperable. The contact was unable to open the rear doors from inside or outside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11493239","quote_2_text":"The passenger door behind the driver seat suddenly would not open from either inside or outside the vehicle. The faulty lock makes it difficult to reach a child or pet in that seat quickly, as we have to go around the car to get to them through the other passenger door","quote_3_odi":"11513965","quote_3_text":"Rear doors are randomly not able to be opened from outside or inside door handles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11489445","quote_1_text":"I was driving up to Vermont for an event. I stopped at a Dunkin Donuts drive through and noticed smoke coming from the hood of my car. I quickly pulled forward into the nearest parking spot and the car started smoking in and burst into flames","quote_2_odi":"11678871","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 75 MPH, she observed black smoke emanating from the engine compartment. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway and switch the vehicle off","quote_3_odi":"11502126","quote_3_text":"When I pulled into work and turned off the engine, smoke started to come from under the hood which initially looked like overheating, but no gauges or lights were activated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11752117","quote_1_text":"Engine burns excess oil, I am forced to add oil every other day as it consumes an excessive amount. When I spoke with the Kia Dealership they told me I have an unlimited warranty on the engine but it need to blow before they will replace it","quote_2_odi":"11630418","quote_2_text":"excessive engine oil consumption, 2 quarts every 1,000 miles. which prompts me to change spark plugs every 10,000 miles because they get so fouled up. this has been going on since 55,000 miles and now have 80,000 miles, it started with .5 quart and now it is up to 2 quarts","quote_3_odi":"11533416","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil. The contact stated that 12 quarts of oil was added within a month. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-limp-mode-knock-sensor","label":"Limp mode with knock sensor code P1326","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11751195","quote_1_text":"My car went into limp mode on the high way due to a faulty knock sensor. my car decelerated rapidly, which could have put me and others around me at risk","quote_2_odi":"11496347","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The vehicle then went into LIMP Mode with the check engine warning light blinking","quote_3_odi":"11512919","quote_3_text":"Engine failure at 105,xxx miles. New short block engine at 105,xxx and loss of power at 110,xxx miles. Limp mode was able to reset after turning off the vehicle. It went in to limp mode several times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and engine seizure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11733117","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on the highway at approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut off and stalled. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the battery was replaced; however, the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11590603","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started losing motive power with the check engine warning light and several other unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was restarted but the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for diagnosis","quote_3_odi":"11700901","quote_3_text":"Car shut off middle of driving. mechanic said engine is seized, and no oil in engine. car has always had regular oil maintenance. there is a class action lawsuit against kia for oil starvation and engines seizing, (theta II sc147). last oil change was 4,500 miles ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-oil-pressure-switch-leak","label":"Oil pressure switch leak into wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11626978","quote_1_text":"The car was towed by AAA to a local Kia dealership the next day. Their technician found \"leaking severe due to oil pressure switch shooting oil through the main wiring harness and to the injector harness\"","quote_2_odi":"11577338","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that she added oil to the vehicle and drove to the residence. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil pressure switch had failed, causing oil intrusion in the wiring harness and in the computer and components","quote_3_odi":"11570583","quote_3_text":"The car is consuming/leaking oil. The leak is from the oil pressure switch and traveling to the main engine harness which may cause a fire or engine to suddenly fail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11626802","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 45 MPH, the panoramic sunroof exploded without impact. The glass shattered into pieces onto the driver. The driver sustained some minor cuts to her head","quote_2_odi":"11606599","quote_2_text":"The sunroof spontaneously exploded. Sunroof was closed at the time. AC on. Driving on the highway. Loud band and glass pieces rained down. Made it to the next exit to assess damage. No warning that this would happen","quote_3_odi":"11595102","quote_3_text":"The front panel of the sunroof spontaneously exploded as I was driving down the interstate. There were no vehicles in front of me, and clear skies above me. No rock or debris hit my vehicle to cause this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2017,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2017-window-regulator-failure","label":"Power window regulator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":398,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11588592","quote_1_text":"Four window regulators failed within a few days of each other. The first front widows failed at the beginning of December 2023 and the back two failed a week later. The back windows dropped down while I was driving. Thankfully, no children were in the backseat","quote_2_odi":"11616630","quote_2_text":"All the windows in the car do not go up and down, I can hear the motor moving but no movement with the windows. Started with the rear passenger window, then front passenger, followed by rear driver and ultimately driver window","quote_3_odi":"11744476","quote_3_text":"Window regulator failure - power window could not be rolled up. Had to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-anti-theft-system-failure","label":"Anti-theft system failure and vehicle theft","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11713189","quote_1_text":"Took my car for the theft recall and had it performed, my vehicle was stolen last night and the theft used a USB charging cable to steal it, the recall did not fix this","quote_2_odi":"11449031","quote_2_text":"This Kia Sportage's alarm system does not go off when the passenger front window is broken. My car was broken into and the youth stripped the steering column and was able to start my car without needing the key nor having the key within the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11504959","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system failure with loss of steering and lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11441100","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the radio went out along with navigation screen, then power steering went out along with headlights, tail lights","quote_2_odi":"11205235","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM FLICKER AND GO OUT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11232675","quote_3_text":"ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON MY DASHBOARD COME ON AND WHEN THIS HAPPENS IT'S GENERALLY NIGHT TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11740223","quote_1_text":"1. Component or System Malfunction & Availability Component/System Failed: An unidentified component within the engine compartment failed, resulting in a sudden, catastrophic thermal event (engine fire)","quote_2_odi":"11354958","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 KIA SPORTAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING A SCHOOL ZONE AND ENTERING THE SCHOOL LOT AT ABOUT 5 MPH, THERE WAS GREY SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11421190","quote_3_text":"I was driving to work, sitting at a stoplight when my car started releasing smoke from under the hood. All warning lights lit up, the car stalled, and the smoke got darker and more intense","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751070","quote_1_text":"The engine consumes excessive oil due to the known Theta II piston oil control ring defect that the manufacturer documents in its own Technical Service Bulletin ENG222, covering this engine family across model years 2011 to 2024","quote_2_odi":"11702785","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Kia Sportage (2.4L Theta II GDI engine) suddenly triggered diagnostic trouble code P1326 (Knock Sensor Detection System – Detection of Excessive Connecting Rod Bearing Wear) and entered limp mode at 111,595 miles on Sep 13, 2025","quote_3_odi":"11696475","quote_3_text":"The original factory engine is malfunctioning, causing excess oil consumption -- at or over one quart consumption per 1000 miles -- believed to be caused by fouled piston rings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-paint-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Paint and clear coat peeling on exterior trim","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11696946","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2018 Kia Sportage and ever since the last few years the paint is starting to come off of this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11473015","quote_2_text":"The clear coat on my 2018 KIA sportage has started to peel on side mirrors and roof","quote_3_odi":"11669089","quote_3_text":"Paint peeling off side mirrors and rear spoiler","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11536965","quote_1_text":"Driving down interstate, mid-morning, and my front sunroof imploded. VERY loud, like a bomb or gunshot. Shattered glass everywhere, all over myself and my car","quote_2_odi":"11230005","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ABOUT 65 MPH, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED SENDING GLASS THROUGHOUT THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11202781","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-brake-failure-crash","label":"Brake pedal failure resulting in crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11533483","quote_1_text":"Instantly, the brakes locked and 3 air bags deployed -driver and passenger side + passenger side windows","quote_2_odi":"11140692","quote_2_text":"WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE OUT OF A SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF THE SCHOOL BUILDING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical malfunctions affecting warning lights and gauges","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11613478","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and Hill Descent Assist message was displayed. The contact also stated that while in park(P), the speedometer intermittently fluctuated","quote_2_odi":"11422518","quote_2_text":"When you put the car in gear, the car rolls backward in drive. The engine light, oil light and battery light are on the dashboard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11617339","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started overheating and smoke started emitting smoke from the hood. No warning lights were illuminated. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was destroyed leaving only the framing","quote_2_odi":"11265476","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS IN THE LEFT LANE OF RTE 70 WB I NOTICED BLUE SMOKE COMING FROM THE BACK OF THE CAR. I PUT ON MY FLASHERS AND SIGNALED OVER TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11629690","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that the vehicle occasionally stalled while driving. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly decelerated to 30 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11395844","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ENGINE SHUTS OFF WITH NO WARNING. COMPLETE LOSS OF ENGINE POWER. HAVE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN LANE OF TRAFFIC AND THEN PUT VEHICLE IN PARK AND RESTART ENGINE. HAPPENED 3 TIMES IN LAST MONTH","quote_3_odi":"11630646","quote_3_text":"9 days later while driving my engine starting knocking, check engine light was on and flashing, then my car died. Towed vehicle to the dealership where the assessed and found there to be no compression and stated the pistons looked “melted”","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-headlight-turn-signal","label":"Headlight and turn signal visibility defects","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11686416","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the high beam headlights failed to illuminate as designed. The contact researched and learned of an undisclosed Technical Service Bulletin concerning the failure with the halogen bulbs on the 2020 Kia Telluride","quote_2_odi":"11185704","quote_2_text":"REAR TURN SIGNALS OF THE VEHICLE ARE BELOW THE LOWEST POINT OF THE LIFT GATE, ARE MOUNTED INSIDE THE BUMPER, AND ARE RECESSED IN THE BUMPER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11754692","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is have issues every time I get and oil change the vehicle loses about 2 qt of oil there are no leaks that are notice but the lost of engine oil still happens this oil could cause the engine to turn on fire","quote_2_odi":"11726557","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is experiencing excessive engine oil consumption. The engine was found by the dealership to be low by 3 quarts of oil after about 1000 miles during an oil consumption test, indicating abnormal oil loss","quote_3_odi":"11709880","quote_3_text":"My engine was consuming oil at a rate of 1 quart every 361.1 miles driven. I was advised to not put oil in it and drive it until it blows up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and bubbling on exterior trim","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11711162","quote_1_text":"I have a 2019 Kia Sportage with 41k miles on it and the paint is peeling. As of now, the roof spoiler is completely peeled off. The side view mirrors, and the door handles, have paint peeling and bubbling","quote_2_odi":"11492723","quote_2_text":"Paint is bubbling, chipping and peeling in mirrors, door handles and rear spoiler","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2019-recall-parts-delay","label":"Unavailable recall repair parts for trailer hitch and brakes","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11714237","quote_1_text":"The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V703000 (Trail Hitches) and 21V137000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the recall repair requests were denied by the manufacturer","quote_2_odi":"11522526","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11418577","quote_3_text":"I have received a safety recall on the VIN # above a lease car and have been trying to contact 2 different KIA dealerships in my area, since receiving this recall letter, to no avail","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Exterior clear coat peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11678570","quote_1_text":"Clear coat began peeling from side mirrors about a year ago. It is now peeling aggressively on the rear liftgate cover/spoiler. This seems common and is very unsightly. Only impacts the plastic parts.","quote_2_odi":"11689369","quote_2_text":"Top clear coat started peeling on handles, mirrors and above the trunk.","quote_3_odi":"11707811","quote_3_text":"clear coat peeling inspected by dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine knocking, power loss, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11706408","quote_1_text":"The engine failed catastrophically while the vehicle was in operation. The failure involved internal engine components and resulted in the vehicle losing power. The vehicle is currently at a Kia dealership and is available for inspection upon request.…","quote_2_odi":"11690254","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power and was shaking and vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who discovered metal shavings in…","quote_3_odi":"11739472","quote_3_text":"The car shook and lights came on at a stop light and began violently knocking. Since it was at a stop light the safety was a risk had the hazard lights weren't engaged immediately. The dealer confirmed it was a catastrophic engine failure. An…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11710062","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Kia Sportage continues to consume too much oil. There is not a leak detected where I park my car during work, nor in my garage. I need to add oil to the vehicle every other week.","quote_2_odi":"11663575","quote_2_text":"Engine is burning oil, having to continuously add. No low oil light coming on.","quote_3_odi":"11706765","quote_3_text":"I own a 2020 Kia Sportage that is currently within the 100,000-mile powertrain warranty. The vehicle has been experiencing EXCESSIVE oil consumption, requiring oil to be added between scheduled oil changes, despite no visible leaks or warning indicators.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-panoramic-sunroof","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11540369","quote_1_text":"On August 22, 2023, without warning the panoramic sunroof of our 2020 Kia Sportage exploded. There was a loud bang, and glass flew into and out of the vehicle. Most of the glass was expelled from the vehicle upon the sunroof exploding. The edges of…","quote_2_odi":"11407829","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON A CLEAR DAY WITH NO CARS AROUND ME WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE GLASS WAS DEFECT AND THE MANUFACTURE ISN'T TRYING TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY. THE DEALERSHIP WILL NOT CONFIRM HOW THE DENIAL WAS DETERMINED NOR WILL THEY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-service-brakes","label":"Brake performance and pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11623188","quote_1_text":"Brakes, yes When the issue is happening, we loose the ability to stop promptly and with ease. The entire vehicle shakes, and it metal on metal. Yes, we've taken our car to a Kia, as well as 2 other companies. Kia did an inspection and told us that it…","quote_2_odi":"11291233","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING/TURNING LEFT OUT OF A SCHOOL PARKING LOT, THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, ALL CARS STARTING MOVING. GOING ABOUT 10-12 MPH, THE CAR IN FRONT SLAMS ON BREAKS, THE SAFETY FEATURE ALERTED ME AS WELL BUT WHEN ATTEMPTED TO PRESS ON THE BRAKES, THEY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2020-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle and engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11686591","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that driving at 25 MPH with her daughter, another driver on the opposite lane, alerted them that the engine was on fire. Upon checking the rearview mirror, the contact noticed black smoke.…","quote_2_odi":"11656457","quote_2_text":"On October 27th my 5 year old daughter and I were driving home just after leaving Tiresplus getting four brand new tires and an oil change. On the way home out of no where my vehicle caught fire. Driving down the highway, once noticing the car was on…","quote_3_odi":"11639413","quote_3_text":"The contact's parents owned a 2020 Kia Sportage. The contact's parent stated that the vehicle was parked and turned off at a local grocery store. The contact's parents were informed that the front of the vehicle had caught on fire. The vehicle was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-engine-failure-loss-of-power","label":"Engine failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11732697","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2021 Kia Sportage failed while being driven at highway speeds on US 131 in Michigan. The car was taken to the closest gas station where the oil was checked and it was determined that 5 quarts were needed to reach the dipstick's full line…","quote_2_odi":"11732236","quote_2_text":"On March 4, 2026, the engine in my 2021 Kia Sportage malfunctioned while I was driving on a local road on Long Island, NY. The check engine light illuminated, the vehicle lost the ability to accelerate normally, and the steering wheel became heavy and difficult to turn at the…","quote_3_odi":"11662565","quote_3_text":"I had catastrophic engine failure driving down the road to work. Check engine light started flashing the the oil light. The car then shut off. Got it towed and they found two pieces of the engine block in the cradle cover.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736064","quote_1_text":"Loosing oil constantly. Always on the low end. I am having to keep oil in my car to put in it when needed which is often.","quote_2_odi":"11697338","quote_2_text":"I have experienced chronic and excessive engine oil consumption in my 2021 Kia Sportage S with the 2.4 L Theta II engine. Since around 80,000 miles, I have had to add oil every 2 weeks between oil changes to prevent the engine from running low. My vehicle now requires a…","quote_3_odi":"11671641","quote_3_text":"My car is burning oil like crazy. I've had to put 2 quarts in one week. Took it to dealership because of warranty. They ran an oil consumption test and told me pistons may be bad drive it another 1000 miles then we check it again. Why not fix problems then.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-sunroof-glass-breakage","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass breakage","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11517562","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded on the highway. There were no other vehicles nearby that could have thrown any debris at my vehicle. The edges of the glass are pushed out as if the force came from inside the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11503924","quote_2_text":"While sitting in my driveway I heard a loud sound popping within the car but did not investigate immediately. I drove down the road and noticed that the car seemed to be noisy and there was a rattling sound within the headliner. I stopped to investigate and realized that the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-theft-anti-theft","label":"Vehicle theft and anti-theft security","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11477673","quote_1_text":"My Kia can be easily broken into and stolen. In January of this year I was in Denver for military assignment and I locked my car at night however a their was able to break into my car by popping off the driver side lock and then basically hot wiring the car…","quote_2_odi":"11452231","quote_2_text":"The car was stolen and no safety/security features were deployed. In doing research, Kias are being stolen on a daily basis in my city and this was not communicated to me by the dealer when I bought the vehicle 6 months ago. These cars should not be allowed to be sold without…","quote_3_odi":"11440172","quote_3_text":"On 01/04/2021 my son [XXX] purchased New 2021 Kia Sportage LX. On 10/15/2021 this car was stolen In West Allis Wisconsin parked in front of his work place. On 10/21/2021 police found the car abended on the north side of Milwaukee with substantial damage…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-trailer-hitch-recall","label":"Trailer hitch recall repair availability","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11567595","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…","quote_2_odi":"11520948","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2021-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire and smoke from engine compartment","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729339","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic fire started in fast food restaurant drive through, but able to drive to the parking lot before it became engulfed in flames.","quote_2_odi":"11690967","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that her mother was driving at an undisclosed speed on the freeway and had stopped on the shoulder of the road to access the navigation system. The contact stated that after the driver shifted to park(P), the driver…","quote_3_odi":"11448187","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that upon pulling into a parking space on the third floor of a parking garage at her workplace, she smelled a strong burning odor. The contact also noticed smoke coming from underneath the driver's side of the hood…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-engine-failure-oil","label":"Engine failure with oil consumption and loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703491","quote_1_text":"Engine began to knock on [XXX] on my way home from work. Drove to work and back the next day, but heard a loud CLUNK when I started it to head home. Stopped at auto parts store and checked oil. Completely dry dip stick (after wiping it clean)","quote_2_odi":"11585456","quote_2_text":"The engine light to our 2022 Kia Sportage went on and a ticking sound was heard in the engine.  When we first took it to the dealer, they said it was a normal sound.  We again took it to the dealer and spoke to the manager who apologized and said it was not","quote_3_odi":"11517522","quote_3_text":"Was traveling northbound on I5 between Lacey and Dupont, Washington. Vehicle was in cruise at 65, then it suddenly went into limp mode. I was in the furthest right lane possible on the highway, and RPMs drastically dropped to below 1,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked or driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585257","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while stopping at a red light, she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment. The vehicle was steered to the side of the road, where she opened the hood of the vehicle and observed flames coming from the engine","quote_2_odi":"11714821","quote_2_text":"On Feb. 1, 2026 my 2022 Kia Sportage caught fire while parked and turned off. The vehicle had been stationary and was not running at the time the fire started. There were no warning lights, no prior overheating, and no collision or external cause","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-fca-non-activation-crash","label":"Forward collision system non-activation during crash","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446787","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a highway forward collision accident and the emergency braking, alert, and air bags never went off","quote_2_odi":"11456423","quote_2_text":"The component on the Kia 2022 Sportage LX called the Forward Collision Warning failed to come on during an accident. This car is available for inspection upon request. My safety and the driver in the car in front of me were put at risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-fca-unintended-braking","label":"Forward collision system unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561897","quote_1_text":"The last 3 months, 3 times the brakes of my 2022 Kia Sportage activated without warning or reason while I was accelerating at about 35mph under different conditions. First time, my brakes slammed hard. I didn't know what was going on or why","quote_2_odi":"11562998","quote_2_text":"I recently filed a safety problem concerning my brakes activating for no reason. It had happened 3 times before I filed. It want to report that it happened a 4th time. On New Year's Eve, at approximately 6:20PM, I was driving on a 4 lane road about 35-40 MPH when my brakes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moon roof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11505828","quote_1_text":"I was driving at 65 mph highway speed heading east on Colorado highway 36 when my Sunroof exploded.  I pulled off the highway on to the shoulder of the road and looked to see that the sunroof glass on my vehicle had shattered in an upward displacement","quote_2_odi":"11682927","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an explosion and observed that the moon roof glass had shattered, sending glass down into the interior of the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-theft-anti-theft","label":"Vehicle theft and anti-theft recall incompletion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524142","quote_1_text":"My Kia has been stolen twice because it is able to be started with a USB cord. Kia Motors did not install appropriate security when it was manufactured. First theft 11/18/2022 Second theft 05/15/2023","quote_2_odi":"11711516","quote_2_text":"THE DEALER FAILED TO COMPLETE THE ANTI-THEFT DET IGNITION CYL PROTECTOR, NOW MY CAR WAS STOLEN. THE DEALER TOLD US THAT THE RECALL WAS TAKEN CARE OF, THEY EVEN ADDED BOTH DECALS ON EACH WINDOW, THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGERS, THAT SAID ANTI-THEFT DECAL INSTALLATION COMPLETED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2022-trailer-hitch-recall-delay","label":"Trailer hitch recall remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498687","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Sportage. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V703000 (Trailer Hitches) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11557755","quote_2_text":"Kia had come out with a recall immediately after purchasing and installing our tow hitch on our 2022 Kia Sportage. It has been almost 18 months with no remedy. I've taken it to the dealer multiple times and called Kia themselves both say they can't do anything","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-adas-false-disable","label":"ADAS warning lights and safety system disablement","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609102","quote_1_text":"At startup or during driving, all safety features will go into warning mode and disable, including lane following assist, forward collision avoidance, electrical parking brake malfunction, electronic stability control malfunction, automatic braking, and downhill brake indicator.…","quote_2_odi":"11521529","quote_2_text":"A few months after I got the car all of the warning lights randomly came on and I had to turn jt off and on and they went away. Since then around Nov 22 it has happened about 25 times or more and is happening more frequently lately. I called kia and they said they hadn't heard…","quote_3_odi":"11532259","quote_3_text":"I was driving a highway distance of 374 Miles mostly two lanes hwy. While driving I had my collision warning, distance between car indicator and adaptive  cruise control in use. It did not happen all the time however when it did it was a violent stop.  While driving 75 mph. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670932","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle hydroplaned all 3 lanes on the highway. The vehicle hit a retaining wall, the vehicle bounced back, spun around, and faced oncoming traffic head-on. An oversized trailer crashed into the contact's vehicle head-on and…","quote_2_odi":"11712825","quote_2_text":"I was traveling with my mother and seated in the front passenger seat of a 2023 Kia Sportage while she was driving approximately 65 mph on the interstate when the vehicle struck a deer. The impact caused significant front-end damage, including the bumper, radiator area, and…","quote_3_odi":"11651092","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed through an intersection, the vehicle was struck on the passenger side front quarter panel by another vehicle that had failed to yield. As a result, the vehicle spun out of control through the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-instrument-cluster-infotainment-blank","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blanking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729781","quote_1_text":"When driving the cluster screen goes black and remains black until like 24hours later when buttons on the screens reappear. When it happens the odometer reading, speed reading does not appear. This issue started happening when I passed 40000 miles on the vechile","quote_2_odi":"11544314","quote_2_text":"While driving my Kia Sportage 2023 w/ just 9000 miles brand new car the entire display screen went black. The car continued at the same speed, but I was unable to see any navigation such us my speed, signaling, etc. I was unable to pull over due to my location in the highway","quote_3_odi":"11665129","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the instrument panel failed to display pertinent information. The contact stated that a dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-panoramic-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY:FIXED PANARAMIC ROOF/SKY LIGHT ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538691","quote_1_text":"My sunroof just shattered in my 2023 KIA Sportage as I was driving to work. There was no one in front of me and nothing hit it. Sounded as if a bomb went off, just a big kaboom and then flapping sound as if I blew a tire, and sounded like it was raining. I pulled over, no flat…","quote_2_odi":"11645514","quote_2_text":"While driving on a highway at approximately 5:00 p.m., a loud explosion occurred.  My husband said it sounded like we were shot.  Once we pulled over, we discovered the panoramic sunroof had exploded.  We immediately pulled off on the nearest exit and drove the car right back to…","quote_3_odi":"11488567","quote_3_text":"My husband and I were at a stoplight turning left when all of a sudden we heard a loud explosion, almost like a shotgun. It was so loud my husband and I could physically feel the loud gun shot, and truly scared us to the point where we thought it might have been a drive-by…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-roof-molding-detachment","label":"Roof trim molding detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752097","quote_1_text":"The roof strip above the driver side of the car is no longer attached and flew off somewhere. Unknown of the date it may have happened","quote_2_odi":"11694172","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the passenger’s side roof molding was missing from the vehicle. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer where it was determined that the roof molding needed to be replaced; however, he had to pay for the repair out-of-pocket. The vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"11726500","quote_3_text":"The roof molding blew off. It is the exact same issue as this recall 24V025000 but me vin isn't included","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-service-brakes-premature-wear","label":"Service brake rotor and pad premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732669","quote_1_text":"Within approximately six months of purchasing my vehicle new, I experienced brake grinding and premature rotor failure. This condition has reoccurred multiple times despite repair attempts at authorized Kia dealerships, including rotor replacement under a Technical Service…","quote_2_odi":"11590607","quote_2_text":"Purchased a brand new 2023 Kia Sportage and at 10,000 miles my brakes felt like they were worn out, the car had a wobbling to it and a grinding sound. Took it into the dealer and they told me my brakes and rotors are worn out. They wanted $900.00. I complained to the manager and…","quote_3_odi":"11578360","quote_3_text":"Experience vibration/pulsation when braking creating poor braking ability, increased braking distance,potential loss of control.  Dealer replaced original front rotors and brake pads at approximately 12000 miles.  Now at 23000, the condition exists again.  I believe there is a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2023-unintended-acceleration-uas","label":"Unintended acceleration and loss of vehicle control","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11545121","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving forward into a parking space at a very slow speed and while pressing the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove over the stop bump and a curve before crashing into a building wall. During the crash…","quote_2_odi":"11502359","quote_2_text":"The contact stated after his wife stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle accelerated independently and caused to crash the vehicle ahead of them. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The air bags did not deploy. The contact stated no one was injured nor sought…","quote_3_odi":"11710944","quote_3_text":"I put the car into Reverse to exit the spot and it accelerated at an uncontrollable rate of speed backwards, striking two cars parked outside the Service Department, pushing them into other vehicles in the parking area. I put the car into drive to pull away from the cars I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11581139","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at 77 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front-impact crash with a large-sized deer. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11690901","quote_2_text":"Description of Crash: On [XXX], I was involved in a front-end collision while driving my 2024 Kia Sportage. Despite the impact, the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11642932","quote_3_text":"The ECU malfunctioned and the passenger side airbag didn’t go off and should have. There were error codes and I told KIA service department about it but they weren’t to concerned and said they would look at it at my first service appointment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11725255","quote_1_text":"On December 24, 2025, while driving in traffic, my Kia Sportage experienced severe lurching, bucking, and jerking, causing the engine to shut down. All dashboard warning lights illuminated, including a message prompting me to \"turn engine back on.\"","quote_2_odi":"11650023","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle engine shut off while making a turn. Before the engine stalled, the engine began to sputter as I made the turn. I was stranded on the roadway as I could not restart the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11656699","quote_3_text":"When we were entering a major intersection, car strolled and rolled forward and stopped 3/4 thru the intersection. It would not restart immediately while cars were speeding by on both sides","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false braking event","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11725384","quote_1_text":"Forward collision warning systems check error light hard braking occurred and scared the pee out of me. Camera blockage obstruction error","quote_2_odi":"11693745","quote_2_text":"A car in left lane took a turn to cut through median and my car thought it was a collision and hard braked and took my vehicle from 60mph to 35mph in a few seconds. If a car had been behind me, I would have been rear ended","quote_3_odi":"11641033","quote_3_text":"While traveling on a 4-lane highway and using cruise control, a car in the left-hand lane was making a left turn across a median cut through, and my car's sensors detected a collision and took me from 60 mph down to 35 mph in about five seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-front-brake-rotor-wear","label":"Premature front brake rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11617100","quote_1_text":"Front brake rotors are warped on new 2024 KIA Sportage with only 4000 miles on the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11675759","quote_2_text":"The front rotors had to be turned with less than 18K miles. They have since been completely replaced twice at my expense and the car is less than 2 years old","quote_3_odi":"11685500","quote_3_text":"Second Occurrence: Around 23,000 miles, I began to notice progressively worsening shaking and a disturbing sensation of the brakes skipping or slipping—particularly during highway downgrades","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster screen blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11708050","quote_1_text":"Blank Instrument Panel Screen. abnormal CAN message which can cause certain instrument clusters with a 4.2” screen to reboot while driving","quote_2_odi":"11650407","quote_2_text":"The Dashboard with all the instrumentation goes blank while driving causing loss of all instrumentation gauges and headlights shut off","quote_3_odi":"11647454","quote_3_text":"Cluster screen goes black The dealership has replaced the screen & completed a software update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11706279","quote_1_text":"While traveling at approx 65 mph on a clear, debris-free Alaska highway in -5°F temperatures, the panoramic sunroof of my 2024 Kia Sportage spontaneously shattered with an explosive sound","quote_2_odi":"11695094","quote_2_text":"The component that failed is the sunroof (glass) The sunroof exploded while driving down the street, glass splattered in my head, face, and body. I almost wrecked because it sounded like a gunshot","quote_3_odi":"11557569","quote_3_text":"The sunroof exploded all of the sudden. I was driving on the I-675 highway toward Wright-Patt Air Force Base and the sunroof exploded, barely maintained vehicle control. The shattered glass hit my head and my child legs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"kia-sportage-2024-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11622218","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Sportage. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the windshield cracked without impact","quote_2_odi":"11572706","quote_2_text":"Not really sure what happened, but last week the temperature suddenly dropped below freezing and there was ice built up on the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11706746","quote_3_text":"6” Snow ice storm & negative degree temps 12/13/25 used heated windshield deicer. On 12/15 driving to work on a country road no other traffic, heard pop cracking noise above my head checked sunroof snow ice melting no visible cracks thought noise from thawing ice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-adas-sensor-malfunction","label":"Lane departure and rear camera sensor failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726758","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the rear-view camera had become inoperable. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11692602","quote_2_text":"My car was hit by another car when I tried to switch to the next lane. I did give a turning signal and observed before switching","quote_3_odi":"11694445","quote_3_text":"I'm writing to you today because the vehicle suddenly sounded an alarm while I was driving today, it seemed like there was a problem with the door (I made a short video of it)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11710155","quote_1_text":"While driving this car, I have experienced the car's auto-braking system. While driving on I-94, the traffic was slowing down due to activity ahead of me","quote_2_odi":"11673910","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2025 Kia Sportage on the highway with my [XXX] son in the back seat, we experienced a sudden and dangerous malfunction that prompted this report","quote_3_odi":"11704582","quote_3_text":"I have documented the following issues: -84 instances of \"Keep Hands on the Wheel\" when my hands were on the 10/2 or 9/3 position","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-brake-rotor-pedal-failure","label":"Premature brake rotor wear and pedal engagement failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743057","quote_1_text":"In November 2025, with approximately 6,900 miles on the vehicle, I reported brake issues to the dealership. After inspection, the dealership resurfaced (turned) the brake rotors at no charge","quote_2_odi":"11725124","quote_2_text":"3 times my car has been in for rotors my car is not even a year old 10/25 resurfaced rotors 1/26 brand new rotors 3/26 rotors warped having to resurface the new rotors this shouldn’t be happening on a new car","quote_3_odi":"11645091","quote_3_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a 2025 Kia Sportage EX (VIN: [XXX] ) that I purchased, which was sold to me with a defective brake booster. This defect resulted in a complete brake failure, putting my safety and the safety of others at serious risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-instrument-cluster-reboot","label":"Instrument panel blackout and reboot while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742525","quote_1_text":"The cluster system of the vehicle lit up every warning system which prevented the running vehicle from being able to be put into drive. Safety was put at risk because I'm afraid this will happen while driving","quote_2_odi":"11738179","quote_2_text":"We have lost instrument panel info while driving twice in less than a year, it reboots while driving","quote_3_odi":"11670586","quote_3_text":"Dash resets and you loose instruments for a few seconds. When they come back they are inaccurate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering wheel or shaft disconnection","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673433","quote_1_text":"The steering shaft de-coupled from the steering wheel, leading to a complete loss of steering","quote_2_odi":"11652796","quote_2_text":"car is 119 miles. I was driving and steering wheel stopped working out of nowhere","quote_3_odi":"11698341","quote_3_text":"After a hard crash from behind and then being pushed into another car, causing severe damage to the front and rear of the car (total loss), the airbags only deployed on the right (passenger) side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof and window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739049","quote_1_text":"While driving on an open highway, my panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded on [XXX] coming back from Prescott with me behind the wheel, my husband as a passenger, and my dog in the backseat","quote_2_odi":"11735724","quote_2_text":"I was driving to work and there was a sound like an explosion or a gun shot and then my sun roof was shattered","quote_3_odi":"11655800","quote_3_text":"My sunroof exploded on my vehicle. I had no idea that this is something that can happen but saw that there was a class action lawsuit about this back in 2011. My sunroof had a giant hole in the middle out of nowhere","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2025-transmission-stall-shift","label":"Engine stall and transmission shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687267","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly shifted gears, causing a slight jerk before accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11687100","quote_2_text":"My March 2025 leased Kia Sportage was sitting for about an hour. I turned it on and the all the dash warning lights stayed on, hot air blew (no AC), and I couldn't shift out of Park","quote_3_odi":"11675424","quote_3_text":"The fail that the Kia sportage 2025 had is that every time when accelerating the car would bounce back in a violent way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2026-adas-malfunction","label":"ADAS malfunction: cruise control, FCA, lane-assist","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753359","quote_1_text":"While adaptive cruise was engaged, the vehicle read Alabama highway 80 west state road sign and incorrectly interpreted the sign for a speed limit sign which is 55 MPH.The vehicle displayed a “80 MPH” speed limit sign on the instrument cluster and then began to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11734490","quote_2_text":"Comparing this 2026 KIA Sportage to what I have in the garage with 2019 Lexus RX 350, 2018 MB E300, and 2021 Honda CRV, the front collison of this KIA does not work as it should","quote_3_odi":"11724285","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a potential safety issue involving the lane assist system on our Kia Sportage. On Monday morning, my wife was driving on a straight road and began turning left onto a side street","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2026-brake-loss-of-stopping-power","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738278","quote_1_text":"Let brake up and car began to coast back, when I attempted to slow vehicle with brake the brake went all the way to the floor and brakes were not working","quote_2_odi":"11736306","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Kia Sportage HEV. The contact stated that while approaching a traffic signal light at nighttime while it was raining, the brake pedal was depressed, and when the vehicle hit a pothole, the brakes failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"11724621","quote_3_text":"I was stopped in the left hand turn lane, then accelerated to cross 2 lanes of traffic. I then let off the accelerator, and applied the brakes to stop, and the brakes did not function. I then rear ended a vehicle in front of me due to the intermittent loss of brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2026-door-lock-fails-to-unlock","label":"Door lock and keyless entry failure to unlock","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754881","quote_1_text":"Occurred on 8/3/2026: 1. I parked my car in my driveway 2. My car is sitting in the driver door storage area and my phone with digital key is sitting on the front passenger seat. 3. Vehicle is turned off; I exit the vehicle and close the door","quote_2_odi":"11749748","quote_2_text":"Car does not unlock with keyless key fob. This is too often an issues to overlook. Car will just keep locking and eventually nothing. I have been stuck outside in thunderstorms, a huge safety concern, rain, snow and uncomfortable situations","quote_3_odi":"11732670","quote_3_text":"A door lock malfunction occurred involving the front driver-side door. The vehicle would not unlock or open using the key fob. Multiple attempts were made to unlock the vehicle, but the driver door remained locked and unresponsive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2026-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel and display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736774","quote_1_text":"When driving my Kia Sportage on the highway, the screen panel goes completely dark while using the GPS. No warning lights what so ever. This is a major issue for me because I'm depending on the GPS to safely get to where I want to go","quote_2_odi":"11705986","quote_2_text":"I turned on my vehicle and began driving in Philadelphia. I noticed the dashboard where the speedometer was supposed to be was dark. The Apple car play on the right side of the dashboard was on but no other components were visible","quote_3_odi":"11698951","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Kia Sportage. The contact stated that the instrument panel intermittently flashed on and off while driving at various speeds. In addition, the contact stated that while at a complete stop, the speedometer indicated erroneous speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2026,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Sportage","model_slug":"sportage","cluster_id":"sportage-2026-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering or cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719464","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a potential safety defect involving the panoramic sunroof of my 2026 Kia Sportage, purchased new in August 2025. On February 19, 2026, at approximately 4:45 PM, while driving around 65 mph, the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered without warning","quote_2_odi":"11738800","quote_2_text":"The glass piece that sits between the front windshield and the sunroof cracked from side to side of the car. When I called the dealership to get it repaired they said this has happened to a few models with this same type of glass between the windshield and the sunroof","quote_3_odi":"11731920","quote_3_text":"Our Sportage has the panoramic roof. The back half of the roof chattered all of a sudden while nobody was in or around the vehicle. It exploded outwards","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/kia/sportage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and hard brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11361690","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS NO BRAKES WHEN INITIALLY STARTING IT AND BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. THE BRAKE PEDAL IS SO HARD THAT I AM UNABLE TO DEPRESS IT. AFTER A FEW SECONDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL BEHAVES NORMALLY. THIS PROBLEM HAS RESULTED IN ME ROLLING OUT INTO THE ROAD MORE THAN ONCE.…","quote_2_odi":"11446153","quote_2_text":"I took my 2018Kia Stinger into my local authorized Service Center (Nationwide Kia, Timonium MD.) on August 17,2021 to check recall # SC204 (Brake Vacuum Pump) and they determined that the recall DOES need to be performed, but they did not have the part(s) in stock…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-brake-vibration","label":"Brake vibration and shudder when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11255555","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE BRAKING SYSTEM WHEN STOPPING AT ANY SPEED SHAKES VIOLENTLY, STARTED ABOUT 6000 MILES AND CONTINUES EVEN AFTER SEVERAL REPAIR ATTEMPTS","quote_2_odi":"11276966","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SHAKES WHEN APPLYING THE BREAKS AT SPEEDS ABOVE 40MPH. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE THE CAR HAD ABOUT 10K MILES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-engine-fire-wiring-harness","label":"Engine-compartment fire and wiring harness recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11163818","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN PARK WITH THE ENGINE NOT RUNNING. CAME OUT OF BIG DEAL CONVENIENT STORE LOCATED ON RTE 9 CHESTERFIELD, NH TO FIND SMOKE COMING OUT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. CALLED 911 AND USED A STORE FIRE EXTINGUISHER TO TRY TO PUT OUT THE FLAMES.…","quote_2_odi":"11173499","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE 18V-754 POSSIBLE WIRE HARNESS DAMAGE AND BROUGHT TO DEALER ON 1/2/19. THE INSPECTION FAILED AND DEALER PROVIDED A LOANER CAR. TOMORROW 2/2/18 WILL BE 2 MONTHS AND DEALER HAS NOT RECEIVED A PART NUMBER FOR THIS RECALL AND CANNOT PERFORM WORK.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-engine-knock-misfire","label":"Engine knocking, misfire, and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11663871","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the engine started knocking for approximately six minutes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who declined the repair,…","quote_2_odi":"11286356","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN EXPERIENCING LOSS OF POWER AND ENGINE KNOCKING. THIS GRADUALLY BECAME WORSE AND WOULD SUBSTANTIALLY LOSE ALL POWER UPON TAKEOFF AT INTERSECTIONS CAUSING FOR DANGEROUS AND LIFE-THREATENING SITUATIONS. KIA REPLACED THE ENGINE BUT THE ISSUE PERSISTS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-headlight-assembly","label":"High-beam and headlight assembly failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11634213","quote_1_text":"The bright lights on both headlights stopped working instantly.. the design is flawed as it operates on a shutter using one bulb.. the malfunction is cause by premature failure of the gears in the shutter.…","quote_2_odi":"11710322","quote_2_text":"Around a two years ago the headlight brights failed and have yet to come back. Kia refuses to fix the issue stating normal wear. This is an incredible hazard to safety in night operation of the vehicle. We are told it is due to a motor in the headlight assembly failing.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-high-pressure-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11685758","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally while accelerating. The check engine warning light illuminated and remained illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11500841","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the residence where it was diagnosed by an independent mechanic.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-oil-pressure-switch","label":"Oil pressure switch warning light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11640703","quote_1_text":"Oil pressure sender unit is failing on these vehicles. There are several reports on the forums about this issue. First, the oil pressure warning light appeared on the dash. I brought my vehicle to an independent service center and they performed a diagnostic.…","quote_2_odi":"11644029","quote_2_text":"Oil pressure switch is malfunctioning. At idle, low oil light comes after. When accelerating the light goes off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2018,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"stinger-2018-turbo-oil-feed-line-leak","label":"Turbocharger oil feed line leak and burning odor","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11575217","quote_1_text":"Turbo oil supply line cracked and leaking oil increasing risk of a fire.","quote_2_odi":"11577577","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Kia Stinger. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a very strong oil burning odor. The contact pulled over, raised the hood, and observed smoke coming from under the hood of the vehicle.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-brake-vibration-soft-pedal","label":"Brake vibration and soft pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11477889","quote_1_text":"I only have 16,2000 miles on this car and for a while now after driving for 10-15 minutes I get a good shaking out of the front end and steering wheel when I use the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11470035","quote_2_text":"I have driven 6,000 miles myself since purchasing the vehicle in March of ‘22. The brakes have developed a wobble or shutter feeling. While driving with no braking, the vibration is obvious","quote_3_odi":"11436853","quote_3_text":"Under braking, the entire car vibrates violently. First time I mentioned it to Kia, they resurfaced the rotors and it fixed it temporarily. It doesn’t feel like I am in good control of the car when it is vibrating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-engine-electrical-fire","label":"Engine or electrical fire while driving or parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11208262","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 14TH AT APPROXIMATELY 2:50PM, I WAS IN THE CAR FOR ROUGHLY THREE MINUTES GETTING ONTO 33 EAST IN MARYVILLE OHIO. I SMELLED SMOKE COMING FROM THE REAR AND PULLED OVER TO SEE WHERE THE SMOKE WAS COMING FROM","quote_2_odi":"11243325","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 KIA STINGER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE STATIONARY AT A STOP SIGN, WHEN HE NOTICE SMOKE ENTERING THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11329240","quote_3_text":"I STARTED MY CAR AND REALIZED THAT THE ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS FLASHING AND INDICATED \"CHECK MY BLIND SPOT FOR A COLLISION\". I WAS PULLING OUT ONTO A SECONDARY ROAD AND THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS IN THE NEAR VICINITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-fuel-pump-recall-limp-mode","label":"Fuel pump recall 23V634000, loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11688866","quote_1_text":"The issue involves the high-pressure fuel pump covered under Recall 23V634000 (Kia SC281). When the recall was marked as “completed” at the dealership, only a software update was performed","quote_2_odi":"11615979","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, after which the vehicle entered LIMP Mode and was unable to accelerate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11562321","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, several messages appeared on the instrument panel that instructed the contact to take the vehicle to a dealer for service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-oil-pressure-sensor-leak","label":"Oil pressure sensor or switch failure and leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11743225","quote_1_text":"Oil pressure sensor failure on the engine, there is an open TSB for this same issue/same engine on other Kia models but not the Stinger","quote_2_odi":"11647756","quote_2_text":"I brought my vehicle in for the recall SC300 and they discovered that my oil pressure switch is leaking which is on top of the engine. This is causing a leak and oil pressure light to come on intermittently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-recall-20v518000-delay","label":"Recall 20V518000 repair delayed, parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11427697","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Kia Stinger. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V518000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","quote_2_odi":"11398864","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED BY KIA THAT THERE IS A RECALL CAUSING ENGINE FIRES BACK IN NOVEMBER 2020. I HAVE BEEN TRYING NOW WITH TWO DEALERSHIPS FOR MONTHS TO GET IT FIXED","quote_3_odi":"11575840","quote_3_text":"I have gone to Joe Myers Kia no less than 5 times in the last 4 years asking them for assistance in performing the repairs for the recall associated with my vehicle (NHTSA Recall Number 20V518000)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-stall-limp-mode-electrical","label":"Unexplained stall or limp mode with electrical fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11732324","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Kia Stinger GT2 with approximately 25,000 miles has been out of service since February 12, 2026 for diagnosis and repair of a system issue. The vehicle has remained at the dealership for over two months","quote_2_odi":"11397459","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION COMING OFF INTERSTATE THIS EVENING AND MY CAR JUST JUST DOWN AS THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. I TRIED TO START IT 3X AND 4TH TIME I OPENED THE DOOR AND SHUT IT AND THEN IT STARTED","quote_3_odi":"11390539","quote_3_text":"ON FEB 18, 2020 THE CAR HAD A THROTTLE HESITATION AND CUT OFF IN TRAFFIC WHILE TURNING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION AND WHEN STARTED AGAIN HAD CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND CAR WENT INTO LIMP HOME MODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2019,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Stinger","model_slug":"stinger","cluster_id":"kia-stinger-2019-sunroof-shatters","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11751465","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway & my sunroof exploded. At first i thought someone had dropped something off a bridge , but i realized from the damages. Sunroof exploded. The glass caused damage to my paint !","quote_2_odi":"11407330","quote_2_text":"EARLIER TODAY WHILE DRIVING ON THE TOLLWAY I HEARD A LOUD NOISE(SOMEWHAT LIKE A BLOW OUT) I PUT ON MY HAZARDS AND PULLED OVER. I EXITED THE TOLLWAY TO FIND THE SUNROOF SHATTERED WITH A HUGE HOLE!!!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/kia/stinger","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-engine-failure","label":"Engine knocking, power loss, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742832","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced catastrophic engine failure while traveling approximately 70 mph on a highway. I heard a loud popping noise and immediately lost power. The vehicle would no longer accelerate normally and I was forced to pull over. White smoke…","quote_2_odi":"11742534","quote_2_text":"While driving on the [XXX] in [XXX] on XXX a connecting rod punctured the engine block of no fault of my own Kia has stated it was a manufacturing defect. This caused a vehicle fire under the vehicle and I had to get my family out of the vehicle 4…","quote_3_odi":"11702605","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road and the engine started suddenly making a loud knocking noise. The car was immediately pulled over and put in park and towed to mechanic shop. Mechanic shop stated there was no oil on the engine dipstick and the engine was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-headlamp-high-beam","label":"Headlamp high beam operation and aim","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11709139","quote_1_text":"The headlights on this car are pointed too high. When driving on the road at night vehicles coming the other way often assume you have your bright lights on and flash you with their bright lights which can temporarily blind you - obviously a big…","quote_2_odi":"11649698","quote_2_text":"I have had mi car in multiple shops and been told they can't repair my headlights. The bulb keeps blowing and now the headlight highbeam doesn't work and my state inspection is coming up next month and the corporate office says there nothing they can…","quote_3_odi":"11635247","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Kia Telluride. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V148000( EXTERIOR LIGHTING) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742960","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Kia Telluride with the 3.8L V6 engine is experiencing excessive oil consumption between scheduled oil changes. The vehicle consumes a significant amount of engine oil without any visible external leaks. The oil level drops substantially…","quote_2_odi":"11718013","quote_2_text":"Cars burns over a quart of oil every 1000 miles. No oil light comes on on ever.","quote_3_odi":"11719166","quote_3_text":"EXCESS OIL CONSUMPTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-oil-filter-housing","label":"Oil filter housing cracking and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11711241","quote_1_text":"Kia equips their 2020 Tellurides with a plastic oil filter housing unit. Over time, the heat from metal and pressure causes the plastic component to crack, become warped and this leads to oil leaks.","quote_2_odi":"11703954","quote_2_text":"Plastic oil filter housing cracked causing all oil to leak out. If not noticed would have blown engine while driving. Brought to dealership and not covered under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11633062","quote_3_text":"Oil filter, housing leaks where it bolts to the motor this could become a fire hazard but the exhaust close to it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-paint-delamination","label":"Exterior paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11650833","quote_1_text":"The Pearl white paint used on Kia and Hyundai models does not adhere to the primer coat underneath causing bubbling and eventual paint peeling issues overtime that is premature in nature. This has been reported in numerous locations across the…","quote_2_odi":"11650372","quote_2_text":"Car was parked in the driveway when a large piece of the roof paint fell off. The car is the white/pearl color. Color is reportedly known to have defect.","quote_3_odi":"11679570","quote_3_text":"We bought this brand new and have the paint peeling off. It's a 2020 so paint should not be pealing off. I have read that they are aware of this paint issue but nothing is done yet about it.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2020-powertrain-shudder","label":"Torque converter and transmission shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 715 total)","source_complaint_count":715,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11710063","quote_1_text":"P0741 Error Codes - Torque Converter issue around 100k miles. Shuttering at low rpm between 2nd and 3rd gears. This is a known issue for owners of the 2020 model year. TCM software update and transmission oil change did not fix.","quote_2_odi":"11685585","quote_2_text":"My torque converter is failing on my 2020 Kia Telluride. This is a known issue among other owners of this model year, and I believe Kia knows about it and is refusing to acknowledge because of how expensive it is.","quote_3_odi":"11739512","quote_3_text":"I own a 2020 Kia Telluride currently with approximately 91409 miles. The vehicle has a repeatable transmission issue during acceleration, most noticeable around 40 mph when the transmission shifts. The vehicle shudders/hesitates/jerks and does not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2021-cluster-electrical-fault","label":"Instrument cluster and driver-assist warning system fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754085","quote_1_text":"While driving this vehicle in route to Philadelphia airport JFK, i experienced a total malfunction of the instrument cluster. All of the warning lights continued to go on and off and were illuminating on the cluster non stop along with a audible chiming","quote_2_odi":"11578022","quote_2_text":"While driving the Kia Telluride, the forward collision avoidance warnings started flashing, then said it was failing, then the tire pressure system did the same, then the speedometer and tachometer failed as did the turn signals, gear shift, and lights","quote_3_odi":"11589381","quote_3_text":"This vehicle was purchased back in July 2023. On multiple occasions since then, the Automatic Emergency Braking system has activated and slammed on the brakes when not needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2021-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744031","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Kia Telluride (approximately 82,000 miles) suffered catastrophic engine failure caused by excessive and abnormal oil consumption. The engine consumed oil at a dangerous rate with no warning lights or dashboard indicators of any kind","quote_2_odi":"11723848","quote_2_text":"The 3.8L Lambda II GDI V6 engine suffered catastrophic failure at approximately 102,000 miles. The root cause is excessive oil consumption documented by an independent repair shop well before the 100,000-mile powertrain warranty expired","quote_3_odi":"11726203","quote_3_text":"I am a 2nd owner of a kia telluride and the engine failed without warning at less than 90,000 miles. No check engine light, no temp gauge, no low oil level light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2021-rear-shock-failure","label":"Rear self-leveling shock absorber failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11591240","quote_1_text":"Cannot drive the vehicle because the rear end bounces up and down and side to side violently making it difficult to control ehile driving. Kia dealership said rear shock absorbers need replacement and Kia warranty does not cover $1800 repair","quote_2_odi":"11615603","quote_2_text":"In the summer of 2023 I started hearing a clunking noise from the rear of the vehicle that became louder when going over bumps. Took the car to the dealer and I was told the rear shocks were bad and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11598814","quote_3_text":"Rear self leveling shocks failed, confirmed at 65,000 miles but issue had been present for months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2021,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2021-sunroof-deflector-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof deflector and track failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":348,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11678549","quote_1_text":"I was driving at approximately 65-70 mph on the freeway at around 7:40 AM when the sunroof glass spontaneously exploded above me. The sound was terrifying...literally like an explosion or gunshot going off","quote_2_odi":"11617314","quote_2_text":"The sunroof will not close. Kia published a technical service bulletin (#319) in July 2023 related to this issue. The plastic wind deflector and track appear to have broken","quote_3_odi":"11743201","quote_3_text":"The sunroof failed and is stuck open. This creates a hazard as you cannot secure the vehicle, it is open to the elements, and you have highway noise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-awd-coupling-failure","label":"AWD coupling and rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743123","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experiences a recurring mechanical failure where the electronic AWD coupling/rear axle locks up and binds when accelerating through turns","quote_2_odi":"11726106","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic rear differential failure at highway speed following recent warranty repair. Vehicle previously brought to Kia dealership for rear differential knocking noise. Warranty repair performed and vehicle returned","quote_3_odi":"11532463","quote_3_text":"IAfter recognizing some problems with suspension, I went to an independent auto repair shop. Mechanic discovered that axle on front passenger side was falling apart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and unexpected automatic braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635067","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 40mph down straight roadway without anything around, the vehicle has unexpectedly slammed on the brakes. This has happened four times to date (11/13/24 - 12/25/24)","quote_2_odi":"11512499","quote_2_text":"Brake pedal will sometime become a “brick” after the car sits for a little while. Could be an hour, could be overnight. Not able to press down the brake pedal easily to crank the car","quote_3_odi":"11644790","quote_3_text":"22May2023: 2022 Kia Telluride had a complete brake failure while exiting an elementary school garage, leading to a collision with the closed gate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755746","quote_1_text":"Just started the car and the whole dashboard went blank, no speedometer, gas tank, nothing is showing like the whole dashboard died on us while driving","quote_2_odi":"11712033","quote_2_text":"Upon starting car, digital odometer cluster is blank. While the cluster is down, the gas tank cap is also unable to be opened","quote_3_odi":"11496812","quote_3_text":"On 12/09/22, the center lcd instrument cluster went blank 2 different times while my wife was driving. Vehicle has 2200 miles on it. Kia issued a recall in May 2022 for this exact issue but only covered roughly 2700 vehicles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748854","quote_1_text":"Engine rapidly burning oil. Had oil changed as Manufacturer's recommendation, but after exceeding the 100,000 mile warranty and having been 7,000 miles since the last oil change the engine threw a rod and the car stopped while i was driving it","quote_2_odi":"11702907","quote_2_text":"This is a very well known issue among all model years of the Kia Telluride. The plastic filter housing is made out of plastic and over time it ends up failing causing an oil leak","quote_3_odi":"11684711","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced catastrophic engine failure due to burning oil. At no point did warning lights or alerts appear on the dash. This failure occurred well within the terms of Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-second-row-seat-folding","label":"Second-row seat folds unexpectedly or overheats","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752071","quote_1_text":"The second row of seats folds down and forward while driving, whether or not someone is sitting in them. This feels very unsafe, and I am concerned about how well someone would be restrained by the seat belt in the event of an accident","quote_2_odi":"11722230","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that while entering the vehicle, the front passenger's seat had a burned spot, and the front passenger side visor was melted","quote_3_odi":"11701376","quote_3_text":"My daughter was trying to get into the backseat of our Kia Telluride. She had one leg raised with her knee resting on the stepping area inside the rear passenger door. While in this position, she pressed the handle to fold the rear seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734250","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at 66 MPH, the sunroof unexpectedly exploded. There was no impact on the sunroof to cause the failure. The sunroof cover was closed during the failure. There were no injuries sustained","quote_2_odi":"11565774","quote_2_text":"The driver sunroof glass exploded while driving. The shade was closed. It looks as if it exploded inward to outward and may have been a defect in glass","quote_3_odi":"11637084","quote_3_text":"Went to the carwash and the sunroof exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-vehicle-rollaway-parked","label":"Vehicle rollaway while parked in gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11500987","quote_1_text":"After a short trip to the neighborhood with my toddler son in his car seat, I parked my 2022 Kia Telluride and turned off the engine, got out of the car and took my son out of his car seat","quote_2_odi":"11603710","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that after parking in the driveway and exiting the vehicle, moments later the vehicle erroneously rolled backwards and struck the side of the residence","quote_3_odi":"11609976","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idle and in park(P) in the driveway, the vehicle jerked forward while his wife was in the front driver seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2022,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719611","quote_1_text":"The windshield cracked for no apparent reason. The crack was on the driver's side, about 16 inches long, starting near the top and curving around the driver's view to the middle of the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11576676","quote_2_text":"My windshield has cracked spontaneously and now I have a crack that is the length of a quarter of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11538728","quote_3_text":"While puling down our gravel driveway at a low rate of speed, a small gravel rock hit the passenger side lower corner of our windshield causing a very small circular chip in the glass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-awd-coupler-failure","label":"AWD coupler failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696502","quote_1_text":"The AWD couplers continue to fail. We are waiting for the dealer to get parts in so they can be replaced again. The tech stated KIA continues to install defective parts","quote_2_odi":"11624596","quote_2_text":"Vehicle began to shake when approaching 40mph or greater. Mechanic at dealership stated bolt from driveshaft to rear coupler was missing with two other bolts loose","quote_3_odi":"11740387","quote_3_text":"Ever since purchasing this 2023 Kia telluride I have felt a skipping or thumping feeling when making a turn from a stop sign or a light, at a slower speed, then accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster display blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507526","quote_1_text":"I have an EX trim. Driver Instrument Display is off and won't turn back on. I have tried turning off the car for extended periods of time and turning it back on but no luck","quote_2_odi":"11705590","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster display screen failed to activate and was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11701378","quote_3_text":"2023 Kia Telluride – Instrument cluster intermittently goes blank while operating the vehicle. This has happened multiple times over the last few years since we bought it brand new, even after the official recall repair (SC270)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-door-trim-detach","label":"Door and body trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677953","quote_1_text":"The trim panel (color black on my vehicle and approximately 4” wide by 18” high) between the driver’s window and the driver side passenger window continues to come loose and almost fly off at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11690053","quote_2_text":"The body trim is starting to fall off. I have at least 2 trims that are barely hanging on. this has been a problem on my vehicle since December 2024","quote_3_odi":"11661101","quote_3_text":"The trim around the back driver side window fell off at some point. Safety was not put at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall or no-start while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744919","quote_1_text":"Multiple times over the course of six months the vehicle would turn itself and all electric components off while being driven, with no warning. The car would then refuse to restart","quote_2_odi":"11658207","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has now been towed three times, completely shut down while driving three times, with the latest incident being especially dangerous-the car shut off while in drive, the brakes failed, and the steering wheel locked","quote_3_odi":"11529958","quote_3_text":"On two separate occasions within 2 weeks of each other, I lost complete power of my new 2023 Kia Telluride while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-rear-shock-clunk","label":"Rear self-leveling shock clunking noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683874","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing rear self leveling shock strut failure (thumping noise) again after having both sides previously replaced under warranty and now the dealership is refusing to replace them again","quote_2_odi":"11593676","quote_2_text":"The rear suspension is incredibly creaky sounding. It constantly makes noise at every slight bump and turn regardless of speed","quote_3_odi":"11590340","quote_3_text":"REAR SHOCKS FAILED AT ONLY 9,000 MILES. A KNOWN ISSUE WITH SELF LEVELING SUSPENSION ON SOME TELLURIDE MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-snow-mode-accel-loss","label":"Snow Mode acceleration loss at stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572060","quote_1_text":"When vehicle is in Snow Mode and I begin accelerating after a complete stop or turning the vehicle from park to drive, the accelerator does not respond","quote_2_odi":"11566105","quote_2_text":"We had the vehicle in 'snow' mode and AWD activated. We turned from a stoplight and as we tried to accelerate and merge, all power cut out","quote_3_odi":"11504339","quote_3_text":"This has happened twice in the same day. We have less than 200 miles in the car. Wile accelerating uphill, the rpm’s drop and the acceleration dies and we have had to turn on hazards as it slows down while we pull over to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11678435","quote_1_text":"Was driving on the freeway, with no cars in front of me when my sunroof exploded outward. There was no debris that hit my car, just a loud explosion","quote_2_odi":"11592947","quote_2_text":"The single panel sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving while there were no other cars around me on the road. It was not due to a branch or road debris","quote_3_odi":"11569168","quote_3_text":"I was driving at 35 MPH on a nicely paved road and my sunroof exploded. It sounded like a gun shot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2023,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531182","quote_1_text":"On our new 2023 Kia Telluride with less than 1500 miles, the windshield cracked from the bottom drivers side across the windshield to the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11540748","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACK. We are unsure the cause, but our vehicle is only 3 months old and overnight (while parked in our garage) the windshield mysteriously cracked","quote_3_odi":"11593844","quote_3_text":"10 months after purchasing brand new vehicle from dealership, the windshield developed large crack for no apparent reason--no debris or collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-door-trim-detachment","label":"Door belt molding trim detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11736938","quote_1_text":"Multiple door belt molding trims from two doors on my 2024 Kia Telluride detached from the vehicle, which is the subject of safety recall SC347 (NHTSA 25V494)","quote_2_odi":"11630584","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 40 MPH, he observed a metal trim on the driver's window detached partially","quote_3_odi":"11617910","quote_3_text":"Subject: Urgent Safety Concern Regarding 2024 Kia Telluride – Defective Trim/Molding Adhesive Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to report a significant safety concern regarding my 2024 Kia Telluride","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-fcw-false-braking","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11693915","quote_1_text":"Summary: Emergency collision warning system activated unexpectedly at highway speed, causing sudden braking and loss of vehicle control","quote_2_odi":"11627906","quote_2_text":"Intermittently, the forward collision system engages (including self-braking) inappropriately when car is moving and there are no objects that should engage system. Happens at lower cruise control speeds most often","quote_3_odi":"11611913","quote_3_text":"The vehicle will randomly hit the brakes hard and the collision warning system goes off. This happens when there is no obstacle or vehicle near the vehicle. It happens on 6 lane highways and the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and dashboard display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11708200","quote_1_text":"My INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER WENT OUT. Black! No speedometer, no gas gauge and it didn’t increase the mileage when I drive the vehicle. No safety gauges working. Kia dealerships will not accommodate me that day to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11734772","quote_2_text":"Dashboard display is black. Therefore, the odometer and speedometer are not visible. I cannot tell how fast I’m driving which is unsafe. I called the Naperville and Elmhurst locations and they did not deem the issue a priority to diagnose today","quote_3_odi":"11569100","quote_3_text":"I purchased this vehicle brand new and has the panoramic screen. It blacks out and when that happens I am not able to use any of my safety features. I have taken it back to Kia service 3 times and it still happens. I don't know what to do","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-snow-mode-acceleration-loss","label":"Snow Mode acceleration loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11627257","quote_1_text":"The vehicle fails to accelerate from a stop in snow mode. Engine does not respond to acceleration pedal. My wife was stuck halfway in a intersection of a state highway. She had to shut off engine and restart the vehicle to get the car to function","quote_2_odi":"11560843","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving with the vehicle in Snow Mode, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact switched to Sport Mode for the vehicle to respond and accelerate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11572509","quote_3_text":"When in snow mode the Vehicle basically shuts all power down when going up an incline from a complete stop. You can’t accelerate at all the gas pedal just goes flat and feels like you’ve lost control of the vehicle completely. This is the third time this has happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11712594","quote_1_text":"We were driving on interstate at 70 mph. It was sunny and 45 degrees outside. Suddenly with no warning, our front sunroof glass exploded. The bang was so loud that my ear was ringing hours after","quote_2_odi":"11687025","quote_2_text":"While driving on a surface street the sunroof glass shattered all on its own. The glass was in the closed position. No rock or debris was located in the sunshade portion. No one else was around us on the road when it happened","quote_3_odi":"11626459","quote_3_text":"I was driving at on the highway at 65 MPH in 60-65 degree temperatures on an open highway with minimal traffic on clean roads with no road debris. A loud explosion followed by observing through the rearview mirror shattered sunroof glass shower over the back of the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2024,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11722306","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally complain about an ongoing issue with my 2024 Kia Telluride, which has experienced four separate windshield cracks in a little over two years of ownership","quote_2_odi":"11636459","quote_2_text":"A rock (a small one) was kicked up on my window by a passenger truck that was traveling in front of me that was going on to the shoulder of the road to make a turn into a parking lot. I went into the store and came back outside to see that a Crack formed in my window","quote_3_odi":"11603826","quote_3_text":"I bought a Kia Telluride on [XXX]. I drove it to Michigan on [XXX]. During the trip, a highway pebble kicked up from the tire of a truck in front of me and hit the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2025-acc-phantom-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control phantom braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744390","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was purchased XXX - VIN #[XXX] - on 6 or more occasions, the while driving on the highway with cruise control on at 70 mph, the cruise control feature suddenly applied the brakes bringing the vehicle sometimes down to 48 mph for a few seconds and then re-engages the","quote_2_odi":"11737856","quote_2_text":"On at least 3 occasions in the past nine months, when the cruise control was ON, the adaptive cruise control feature suddenly applied the brakes on our 2025 Kia Telluride. The last incident happened in May when there was NO vehicle in front of or on either side of our vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11709481","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speed and the adaptive cruise control engaged, the vehicle applied the brakes without driver input. The vehicle slowed gradually over several seconds even though there was no vehicle, pedestrian, or obstacle present in front of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2025-engine-shutoff-driving","label":"Engine shutoff while driving with restart warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747596","quote_1_text":"In the past 2 days, my vehicle engine has shut off 11 times while driving. This is happening while I am moving so it is a huge safety issue for myself and other drivers. Over the course of 3 months, the vehicle has done this over 20 times","quote_2_odi":"11692032","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. VEHICLE WARNING \"Engine off! Shift to P or N, then start engine\". THE ENGINE SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING IS A SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD IN REGARDS TO HAVING ENOUGH TIME TO PULL OVER FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND STALLING AT/IN A STOPLIGHT/INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"11740290","quote_3_text":"About every 7-9 days I will get a day or two where the engine shuts off while driving. Most recently it happened on 5/26, once at lunch time, once about 5pm, and again while driving about 8pm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2025-seatback-recall-delay","label":"Front seatback recall repair unavailable","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11730350","quote_1_text":"Front and passenger seats may fail to restraint occupants. I was told there is no remedy for this. I've expressed this is a major safety concern for the driver. As a disabled veteran I need the safety of knowing my seat is functioning Properly","quote_2_odi":"11724998","quote_2_text":"I own a 2025 Kia Telluride SX X-Line with that is currently under safety recall (NHTSA #26V105, Kia Recall SC362A) involving both front seatbacks. The recall states that there is a safety issue, but there is no remedy available at this time","quote_3_odi":"11726198","quote_3_text":"We first heard about the recall and it was listed on NHTSA on 2/23/2026. Today is 2/22/2026, and we have not received any information from Kia. I attempted to call Kia numerous times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2025-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud sound coming from the sunroof glass before the glass shattered. There was no impact on the sunroof glass to cause the failure","quote_2_odi":"11729692","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway with no obstacles or vehicles in proximity, the sunroof spontaneously shattered. If we had the sunroof visor (slide cover) open to let in light, we would have been rained down on by thousands of glass shards while driving at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11724630","quote_3_text":"Friday, March 13, 2025, at approximately 11:50 AM PST while driving on Interstate 5 northbound, heard a loud explosion like a gunshot, with no vehicles in close proximity, then hearing the rush of wind, opened the interior sunroof cover, discovered the sunroof glass shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2025,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"kia-telluride-2025-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11742102","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Kia Telluride. The contact stated that the windshield had significantly cracked without impact. The contact stated that the crack appeared to have started from underneath the seal at the bottom of the driver's side of the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11736401","quote_2_text":"I bought this car in August 2025 and I have already gotten three cracks in the windshield. This seems very off compared to all the other cars I’ve owned, which most have had none or maybe one small crack from debris off the road","quote_3_odi":"11671356","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the freeway and the windshield spontaneously cracked. There were no cars even around me. My 2025 Telluride is brand new and has less than 5k miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05-16 → 2026-07-30","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753812","quote_1_text":"I bought my car in April, it is now July. My SUV has been in the shop twice for engine failures. My car will die while I’m driving, and will not restart. The check engine light, oil light and battery light come on. The brake locks up and I am unable to restart until after…","quote_2_odi":"11749316","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheating warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the residence. The vehicle was later towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with oil in the coolant line. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-parking-sensor-latency","label":"Parking sensor and rear camera response latency","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-29 → 2026-04-29","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734488","quote_1_text":"The latency of the parking sensors is so long that it is not safe. Even at the slowest crawl you hit something before the warning turns red/beep becomes constant. Even when you inch forward and stop you need to wait 1 second for the parking sensors to update. This is for front…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-rear-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear passenger door latch mechanism failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-26 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746673","quote_1_text":"Rear passenger door latch failure on my brand-new 2027 Kia Telluride Hybrid. The vehicle has had this issue since the moment we drove it off the lot. The rear door opens, but the latch mechanism does not properly reset or disengage, so the door will not close and securely latch","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-satellite-radio-reception","label":"Satellite radio reception loss via rear window antenna","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-01 → 2026-06-28","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741361","quote_1_text":"The satellite radio reception in my brand new Kia Telluride X Pro is terrible.  It is constantly cutting out. This creates a significant distraction for the driver.  Satellite radio reception problems are a well-documented and widely reported issue with the 2027 Kia Telluride","quote_2_odi":"11746988","quote_2_text":"This is not a safety issue, it is a XM radio that does not work because KIA decided to put a glass antenna that is weak and every time a tree exists the signal drops. They are minimizing the issue as it only occurs in certain spot, but I can tell you that if a tree exists and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-seat-locking-collapse","label":"Driver and passenger seat locking and collapse","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04-24 → 2026-07-24","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754247","quote_1_text":"Purchased brand new 2/26. 5/26 driver seat locked randomly and stayed locked in unsafe position. Took to dealership they held for over one week, saw the initial problem but it fixed itself and they held it for a Week to recreate it. It is an intermittent issue, randomly locks","quote_2_odi":"11752658","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the front passenger’s seat unintendedly collapsed. The failure occurred spontaneously. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to determine the cause of the failure and the failure ws not duplicated. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"11733698","quote_3_text":"I suffered a physical entrapment incident where the second-row power seat mechanism failed to detect my leg as an obstruction and continued to fold with force, pinning my leg. This is the exact failure described in the recall notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-seatbelt-design-sensor","label":"Seat belt design, sensor, and recall issues","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-04-24 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740046","quote_1_text":"The second row captain's chair seatbelt buckle stalks on the 2027 Kia Telluride are abnormally tall and rigid, with an angle causing the seatbelt webbing to kink and compress at a sharp angle around any forward-facing car seat base. This compromises the seatbelt's ability to lock","quote_2_odi":"11756813","quote_2_text":"An incorrect vehicle sensor installed in the driver seat assembly can cause locking and sensor miscommunications, triggering false alarms or failure-to-retract warnings","quote_3_odi":"11746328","quote_3_text":"This vehicle was sold to me on 4-6-2026 and the recall was never disclosed to me. The recall was not mentioned to me at all. I found out through another dealership in early June that the vehicle had a recall. The recall was put on the vehicle on 3-9-2026 which is almost a month…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2027,"make":"Kia","make_slug":"kia","model":"Telluride","model_slug":"telluride","cluster_id":"telluride-2027-transmission-stuck-5th","label":"Transmission stuck in 5th gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-28 → 2026-07-24","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752585","quote_1_text":"vehicles transmission gets stuck in 5th gear. when it happens the problem is fixed after restarting the vehicle.   no warning that its stuck in 5th gear.  When pulling out into traffic the car is very slow to move and my concern is that someone might get hit when pulling out…","quote_2_odi":"11747032","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle, the automatic transmission stuck in 5th gear.  The paddle shifters would not operate, shifting the vehicle into neutral or park had no effect. The vehicle was being operated on a busy highway with multiple intersections, which put all passengers and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2027/kia/telluride","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/kia"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-a-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior trim panel detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11634573","quote_1_text":"2020 Land Rover Defender with air intake snorkel was detached from the vehicle driving down the highway during a windy day. I see that Land Rover has recalled the snorkel for 2023 and 2024 models for that very reason","quote_2_odi":"11484723","quote_2_text":"Driver's side A Pillar trim came loose at 75 mph on freeway and blew off the side of the car. Also pulled out mounting bolt for A Pillar Trim","quote_3_odi":"11384926","quote_3_text":"ON THE 2020 LAND ROVER DEFENDER, A KNOWN PROBLEM IS A RATTLING SOUND OF THE PASSENGER SIDE A-PILLAR. LAND ROVER POSTED A BULLETIN ON HOW TO FIX THE ISSUE AND I BROUGHT IT FOR A FIX IN NOVEMBER, BUT THE SOUND PERSISTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-dc-dc-converter-failure","label":"48V hybrid DC-DC converter failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11752326","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Land Rover Defender 48V Mild Hybrid Electric Vehicle (MHEV) experienced a check engine light and hybrid electrical failure","quote_2_odi":"11712928","quote_2_text":"The DC to DC converter for the Hybrid 48v Electrical system has failed. This puts the vehicle at risk of a fire. The part is backordered for a significant amount of time, and there are many others in this situation","quote_3_odi":"11709603","quote_3_text":"The DC/DC converter is failing on the vehicles regularly. This results in the vehicle losing power and shutting down while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light and headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11759119","quote_1_text":"Our 2020 Defender's halo light on the driver's side has become inoperable & poses a safety hazard. After researching this issue, it appears that this has been reported widely online","quote_2_odi":"11756348","quote_2_text":"I own a 2020 Land Rover Defender 110 HSE, and both of the vehicle’s daytime running lights (DRLs) have failed. The first DRL failed at approximately 63,000 miles, and the second DRL failed at approximately 68,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11746088","quote_3_text":"I own a 2020 Land Rover Defender and have experienced a failure of the LED halo ring/daytime running light within the headlight assembly. The LED ring stopped functioning even though the headlight assembly has not been damaged, modified, or involved in any accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stalling or shutting down while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11733249","quote_1_text":"While I was driving, the vehicle shut down unexpectedly. I was sliding sideways across the road on ice on the side of a cliff and luckily was able to stop the vehicle before going off the side of the mountain","quote_2_odi":"11463932","quote_2_text":"Engine light came on while at a stop light, engine faltered completely and car stalled. Would not restart","quote_3_odi":"11353875","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY VEHICLE AT HIGH SPEEDS ON AN INTERSTATE, THE BATTERY WARNING LIGHT ACTIVATED. BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OVER THE AIR CONDITIONER I'LL PROBABLY BEGIN TO STOP WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-narrow-headlight-beam","label":"Narrow headlight beam pattern limiting turn visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11522954","quote_1_text":"The \"cone of light \"projected forward by the headlights is too narrow. When turning right or left from one dark road onto another dark road, one cannot determine if it is safe to turn","quote_2_odi":"11374036","quote_2_text":"THE CONE OF LIGHT PROJECTED FORWARD BY THE HEADLIGHTS IS TOO NARROW. WHEN TURNING RIGHT OR LEFT FROM ONE DARK ROAD ONTO ANOTHER DARK ROAD, ONE CANNOT DETERMINE IF IT IS SAFE TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-rear-light-blackout","label":"Rear lights disabling when exposed to bright light","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11427376","quote_1_text":"Much like the current recall N598 for the smoked rear lights. My rear lights (standard P300) red lensed lights can be turned off when a bright light is shone on the rear red lenses. Not only does it turn off the lights, it also disables the brake lights","quote_2_odi":"11424781","quote_2_text":"The rear lights of the 2020 Defender 110 go out when hit with a bright light from behind. The issue can be duplicated with a flashlight as well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-steering-brake-control-loss","label":"Steering assist and brake control malfunctions","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11755796","quote_1_text":"Driving and the steering assistance warning goes off cuts off my cruise control and my lane keep assistance causing my car deceleration on highway promptly while going 70 mph","quote_2_odi":"11429431","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Defender. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, she lost control of the vehicle and crashed into two mailboxes but the vehicle kept driving down a curved road onto the left lane. The brakes had failed to engage","quote_3_odi":"11349162","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING OUR ONE-MONTH OLD RANGE ROVER DEFENDER 110SE, THE BRAKES FAILED WITH NO WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11717917","quote_1_text":"We have had our vehicle for 3 years and had to replace our windshield twice from random cracks starting from the exterior windshield where it meets the body of the care","quote_2_odi":"11544299","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracking for no reason Many occurrences in owners forum. Class action lawsuit filed. Manfature doing nothing. Windshields need to be redesigned","quote_3_odi":"11433648","quote_3_text":"My windshield cracked with no apparent strike with under 5K miles on the vehicle. Researching this, LOTS of people experience broken windshields on Defenders and Land Rover products","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-apillar-trim-detachment","label":"A-pillar exterior trim detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748533","quote_1_text":"while driving at highway speeds, the driver-side windshield exterior A-pillar trim detached from the vehicle and blocked the driver-side rearview mirror, obstructing rear visibility. The vehicle was driven to the shoulder of the highway, and the detached A-Pillar trim was…","quote_2_odi":"11545310","quote_2_text":"while driving on the highway at about 70mph I heard a loud noise coming from the front right side of the car and when I looked the right windshield pillar molding had broken off and was hanging by the bottom. I had to pull over immediately and saw that the molding had broken off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-drl-headlamp-failure","label":"Daytime running light and headlamp assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755150","quote_1_text":"The left headlight daytime running light has died due to a defective chip in the light itself.  It may cause a higher chance of a daytime wreck because of reduced visibility. Also, more chance of me getting pulled over for my headlight not working","quote_2_odi":"11668024","quote_2_text":"The driver side DAYTIME Running Light has failed as of 1/20/25.  2.  Some states require the DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS to be operating. (So, I need to replace this headlamp.)  3.  Three auto repair companies have confirmed the DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS are not operating and the entire…","quote_3_odi":"11718497","quote_3_text":"Both daytime running lights failed simultaneously. Not covered by warranty and told that they would cost >$5,000 to repair. There have been hundreds of these reported and it should be a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-electrical-recall-26v248","label":"Electrical system recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754833","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11756648","quote_2_text":"I had received the recall notice regarding a failure of the DCDC converter and that an electrical fault warning could potentially happen. Well I got that warning and then my check engine light remained on.   I immediately called [XXX] Jaguar Land Rover in [XXX] and got an…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-fuel-line-fracture","label":"Main fuel line fracture and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11692274","quote_1_text":"after refueling the vehicle, the contact noticed a fuel odor while driving. The contact continued driving; however, the fuel odor had grown stronger. The contact arrived at the residence and inspected the vehicle, and became aware that the main fuel line had fractured, causing…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-steering-heavy-effort","label":"Steering wheel high effort and lane assist fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11567000","quote_1_text":"I noticed the steering wheel was VERY hard to turn. You have to use both hands and lean with body weight to turn the wheel a few inches which when the car is at a stand-still. It did get a little easier if the car was moving. The screen didn’t dim but now I recall, just for a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2021-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11451131","quote_1_text":"under adverse temperature conditions ( e.g. high temp or low temp ) the windshield can develop a sudden crack, without any external impact. Conditions: above 95 deg F or below 30 deg F ; Status: vehicle could be stationary, or in motion; Hazard to occupants: Yes; Safety concern…","quote_2_odi":"11470701","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracked for no reason. ie no chip caused by rock, etc. Happened while I was driving with no traffic","quote_3_odi":"11508583","quote_3_text":"at 12k miles my windshield while driving makes a huge popping sound and i look to see that it cracked right down the middle, startling me while driving at night. There was ABSOLUTELY nothing that hit the windshield. It was a clear night driving with no other drivers on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2022,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2022-dc-dc-converter-failure","label":"DC/DC converter failure causing vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731110","quote_1_text":"On 4/2/2026, my DC to DC converter failed in my 2022 Landrover Defender (owned 3 months, purchased pre-owned from dealer), which short-circuited both my 12V battery and my telemetric safety battery (location services, and emergency calls). The vehicle lost all power, completely…","quote_2_odi":"11716451","quote_2_text":"DC to DC converter failure that displays a RED warning indicator that says \"Stop Safely Electrical Fault Detected\" with a red battery indicator symbol displayed simultaneously.  I called the dealer as this is the 3rd time I have experienced similar electrical issues that have…","quote_3_odi":"11714508","quote_3_text":"Lost all power due to failure of DC/DC Converter, Part # 433123464 (or LR131043).  This problem is widespread and the replacement parts are on backorder. Land Rover cannot provide an ETA for delivery of parts to dealerships as of 1/30/2026.  This failure occurred immediately and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2022,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2022-drl-led-failure","label":"Front LED daytime running lamp premature failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757376","quote_1_text":"The front headlamp assembly's internal LED Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) circuit board failed prematurely. The component is not available for inspection upon request, as the failed headlamp…","quote_2_odi":"11608230","quote_2_text":"The headlight/daylight running lamps are known to burn out on these. Mine has burnt out and wont go back on. These are LED's where the LED is not going bad but the LED assembly is getting too hot and burning itself out. This is know issue with LandRover (they even have a special…","quote_3_odi":"11721527","quote_3_text":"Daytime running lights has failed on the front headlights and follows pattern similar to known Special Service Message 75479. This reduces safety due to lower visibility since the DRLs should operate during normal driving conditions. I have reached out to the dealer and the Land…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2022,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2022-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11451600","quote_1_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while parked (no impact). Crack was near top center and runs across the safety camera system. Crack was also instantaneously 1.5 foot long and partially obstructs driver's view","quote_2_odi":"11443713","quote_2_text":"My windshield spontaneously cracked. No impact, just a sudden cracking noise and the crack appeared shortly thereafter. I was in the car at the time. No impact with anything was noted. (I have had chips many times and this was not that sound).   The crack starts at the lower…","quote_3_odi":"11548095","quote_3_text":"Crack in windshield appeared without any impact. Crack began at top middle of windshield, in a perfectly straight ling for about 5 inches, then continued as an irregular line across the driver's viewing area, impairing visibility.  Crack occurred after washing the vehicle on a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-auto-stop-neutral-shift","label":"Uncommanded shift to neutral during auto start-stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05-23 → 2023-04-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11476748","quote_1_text":"Stopped on an uphill grade, start stop on vehicle activated, engine stopped. Upon brake release, engine started, vehicle made uncommanded shift from drive to neutral, rolled backward several feet before brake could be reapplied. Land Rover has been aware of the uncommanded shift to neutral…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-dcdc-converter-failure","label":"48V DC-DC converter failure causing vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2026-01-14 → 2026-07-27","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719441","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 – 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shuddered and vibrated with several unknown warning lights illuminated and flashing before the vehicle abruptly stalled and lost power in the middle of the freeway. The vehicle lost steering and braking…","quote_2_odi":"11713872","quote_2_text":"On December 29th 2025 my car displayed an alert \"Electrical Fault Detected: Please Pull Car Over Safely\". I was in rural New Hampshire at the time so continued driving (for about 5 minutes) until I lost all power steering, stability controls and ability to drive the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light and headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10-17 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739874","quote_1_text":"Daytime running lights have both failed within the last 79 days.  Passenger side failed at ~32660 miles o/a 05 Mar 26.  It was replaced under warranty.  Driver side failed around 36234 miles on 22 May 26 (5-days out of warranty).  It is pending a shop appointment for replacement.","quote_2_odi":"11752192","quote_2_text":"The Halo/daylight running light has burned out. I have found on the internet that this is a know issue. Mine burned out at 57,000 miles. The dealer wants over $3000 to fix it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-instrument-cluster-dimming","label":"Instrument cluster and dashboard auto-dimming to illegibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08-04 → 2023-10-21","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11540707","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is equipped with the \"Interactive Driver Display\" (IDD), which is a full digital dash. Myself and several other members of enthusiast forums have reported that with recent software updates (PIVI 4.0), this display autodims entirely too dim to see.","quote_2_odi":"11550061","quote_2_text":"The instrumentation lighting auto adjusts on its own sometimes causing a hazardous situation. The issue is at dusk when the instrument panel goes haywire and will dim to almost completely dark making it illegible.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-steering-lockup-lane-assist","label":"Power steering lockup with lane departure system fault","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03-18 → 2024-01-20","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512581","quote_1_text":"When driving the new 2023 vehicle with 956 miles we got a lane keep malfunction dialogue box pop up on digital instrument cluster. At the same time the power steering ceased to work or the lane keep fought to keep it centered even when trying to make maneuvers to stay in lane of traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11558909","quote_2_text":"Dec 6. Started vehicle and steering wheel would nor move. All functions of car worked. Fwd, rev, engine running , lights all worked. Turned off and restarted 3 times and steering wheel still not moving. All of a sudden wheel became free. I worry now if this could happen while driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-04-06 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11515849","quote_1_text":"I have had to replace my windshield 3 times in a matter of a few months. In the case of my last two windshields, I was able to drive for only 2 days before it cracked. In all cases they started as small rock chips, always within a few inches of the exterior edge.","quote_2_odi":"11577756","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracks. Minor chips causes major cracks that go across the windshield and reduces visibility. While driving, I watched the crack spread across my sight line which impaired driving. This is the second windshield I have had to replace in two months.","quote_3_odi":"11585616","quote_3_text":"Vehicle windshield spontaneously cracked with large crack extending across most of passenger side.   Vehicle has 10K miles. No offroad driving. No rock or foreign object struck vehicle. Driven on smooth roads. Weather was not issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-airbag-recall-d120-service","label":"Driver airbag recall D120 repair access","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08-14 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757007","quote_1_text":"On August 14, 2026, at approximately 12:15 p.m., I arrived at Land Rover Mission Viejo for a scheduled appointment to complete Safety Recall D120, Driver's Airbag Potential Non-Deployment. No service attendant greeted or checked me in. When I approached an attendant, the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-dcdc-converter-power-loss","label":"DC-DC converter failure and loss of drive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-11-08 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714834","quote_1_text":"Repeated failures of the 48v to 12v DC to DC converter. Failure to charge the 12v system results in an complete drain of the 12v battery in under 30 mins while operating the vehicle. The result is an immediate shut down of the vehicle. In my case, while in the middle of a travel…","quote_2_odi":"11731440","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2024 Land Rover Defender 130 on Route 114 in Massachusetts at approximately 8:30–9:00 PM in dark and rainy conditions, the vehicle suddenly and completely shut off while in motion.  The vehicle lost all power:     •    Engine shut off     •    No gears…","quote_3_odi":"11624215","quote_3_text":"We were driving at highway speeds on paved, dry road. The vehicle threw a electrical fault error. As I drove to a safe location to pull over, the vehicle switched into Neutral, every warning light on the dash lit up and my power steering failed. We barely coasted to a safe spot…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-infotainment-black-screen","label":"Infotainment screen blank at startup","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03-27 → 2025-03-18","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594884","quote_1_text":"The main display screen will randomly not turn on upon startup of the vehicle.  This prevents me from using the reverse camera, parking aids or any other functions or driving aids that are accessed through the screen.  Turning off the vehicle and / or restarting the screen does…","quote_2_odi":"11579658","quote_2_text":"There have been two instances now when, upon turning on the vehicle, the center touchscreen remained blank (did not power on). Turning the vehicle on/off did not make it come on, neither did \"restarting\" the system by holding down the infotainment power button. Without the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss at startup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11-29 → 2023-12-26","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561955","quote_1_text":"This morning I got into my Defender, started it, and the power steering was clearly not working at all. The steering wheel was not locked. With very significant effort I could turn the wheel. After searching online I found that this is apparently a widespread problem with Land…","quote_2_odi":"11557380","quote_2_text":"I was ready to leave for work and started the car.  The steering wheel was locked and would not turn left or right.  The car could be put in gear but, the steering wheel not move. I turned the car off several times and nothing helped.  Hopefully, this will not happen while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-recall-26v248-no-remedy","label":"NHTSA recall 26V248 remedy unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-06-17 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756154","quote_1_text":"This complaint concerns the unavailability of a remedy for a defect that can cause complete loss of drive power while the vehicle is in motion.  Timeline:  - April 17, 2026: Jaguar Land Rover North America filed Part 573 report for campaign 26V248, covering 170,169 mild-hybrid…","quote_2_odi":"11747068","quote_2_text":"The recent DCDC converter recall has left me feeling unsafe driving my Defender on anything except the slowest local roads. It's an extremely frustrating inconvenience, especially during this summer season with plans for road trips and travels being put on hold or cancelled due…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2024,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Defender","model_slug":"defender","cluster_id":"defender-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from stone impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-30 → 2026-05-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742698","quote_1_text":"Went through 4 windshields in just over 2 years of ownership, cracks repeatedly from minor stone impacts, presents safety risk for visibility while driving or risk of shattering after cracking from minor impact. Clearly is a manufacturing defect as is reported for multiple…","quote_2_odi":"11753957","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N), with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle lost motive power. The contact swerved to the shoulder, and an object struck the windshield, causing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/land-rover/defender","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2018-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 to 2023-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11538140","quote_1_text":"July 2023 Jaguar LandRover of Sarasota serviced LandRover Discovery 2018 and checked for defect described in campaign no. 23V393 recall no. N 798. I was told my Discovery did not have the defect. One week later I was driving 40mph with my 12 year old autistic son in the back...","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2018-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 to 2025-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11634263","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the battery warning illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several seconds after the battery warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to coast into a...","quote_2_odi":"11459994","quote_2_text":"Car went black (all systems shut off) and i started to roll in the CVS parking lot when i was trying to drive in and Park. The brakes and nothing was engaging. IT happened so fast I was able to stop the vehicle and I am not sure how but may have just turned the shifter from...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2018-engine-cooling-failure","label":"Engine cooling and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 to 2023-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11534851","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic and the engine sensor was replaced; however, the failure persisted. The...","quote_2_odi":"11510362","quote_2_text":"Low coolant warning came on. Topped off coolant with no leak visible under vehicle. Warning came back a week later. And leak was now visible. Vehicle towed to dealer and discovered bad water pump and hoses. Dealer cannot fix vehicle for last 5 weeks due to back ordered heater...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2018-low-speed-throttle-lag","label":"Throttle lag on acceleration from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-07 to 2019-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11186692","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A DANGEROUS THROTTLE LAG WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A ROLLING STOP. MANY USERS HAVE NEARLY HAD ACCIDENTS LIKE ME. YOU PRESS THROTTLE AND IT DOES NOTHING FOR LIKE 2 SECONDS THEN SUDDENLY ENGINE PICKS UP... ITS A GASOLINE V6 ENGINE SO ITS NOT TURBO LAG.... AND WHEN YOU ARE...","quote_2_odi":"11109683","quote_2_text":"NEW VEHICLE, LESS THAN 600 MILES, ERRATIC GAS PEDAL, START AT STOP SIGN, CAR LAGS/STALLS. BEEN AT DEALERSHIP FOR 3 WEEKS, THEY TELL ME IT IS WITHIN LAND ROVER SPEC. CAR SEVERELY HESITATES WHEN GOING FROM STOP. BEEN ALMOST HIT BROAD SIDE THREE TIMES. THIS HAPPENS NO MATTER IF THE...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2018-windshield-water-intrusion","label":"Windshield and roof water intrusion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11706195","quote_1_text":"Water began leaking into car from front windshield while driving on 11/25/2025. Air whistling noises present also. Safety risk of injury from windshield failure. Repair person says risk for windshield coming off when driving or if involved in collision. Possibly related to...","quote_2_odi":"11641494","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Land Rover Discovery started leaking water from the top of the front windshield any time it rained. The water intruded on the interior of the vehicle including, interior windshield, electronics mounted toward the top middle of the windshield, dashboard, seats, and...","quote_3_odi":"11570275","quote_3_text":"At the end of 2022 and early last year, I had multiple issues with the roof of my 2018 Land Rover Discovery coming apart/detached from the roof. On [XXX] a piece of my roof came off again that had already been replaced in 2023. There are four separate roof pieces and this is the...","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-acceleration-lag-intersection","label":"Accelerator lags at low speed from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11179907","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS A VERY UNSAFE CONDITION WHEN ACCELERATING AWAY FROM AN INTERSECTION, WHETHER STOPPED OR AT A LOW SPEED, THERE IS A SERIOUS LAG BEFORE ACCELERATION KICKS IN AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATES. IT'S LIKE THE VEHICLE IS WAITING (WAY) TOO LONG TO DOWNSHIFT AND PULL AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11176358","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE ACCELERATOR PEDAL LAGS SIGNIFICANTLY AT LOW SPEEDS WHEN ACCELERATING AFTER SLOWING DOWN TO LESS THAN 8 MPH, CAUSING UNSAFE SITUATIONS WHEN CROSSING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-electrical-total-shutdown","label":"Electrical system fails, vehicle stalls or won't start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11733960","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The gearbox failure warning light was illuminated. The vehicle decelerated, and the steering","quote_2_odi":"11466722","quote_2_text":"The car will go dead. Had battery replaced at dealer on 5-28-22. 2 days later the car was dead and will not start. After messing with the negative cable where it’s connected to the chassis was able to start the car. After the car was running for about a minute the negative cable","quote_3_odi":"11385482","quote_3_text":"ONE MONTH AFTER PURCHASING MY LAND ROVER DISCOVERY I NOTICED THERE WAS A LAG TIME WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE WHEN MAKING A TURN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT SHOULD BE RESOLVED BY UPDATING THE SYSTEM. THEY UPDATED IT BUT IT CONTINUED TO HAVE THE LAG ISSUE SO I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-engine-shudder-failure","label":"Engine shudders, loses power, or seizes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11594607","quote_1_text":"On May 18, 2024 at approximately 4pm, my husband turned on my 2019 Land Rover Discovery from a cold start after sitting parked for about 20 minutes. We heard a slight rattle upon start-up, so he turned the car ignition off. He restarted the car after about a minute and we did","quote_2_odi":"11740149","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover Discovery. The contact stated that while driving the vehicle at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and an odd noise was heard. Although the vehicle was able to restart, it knocked and shook very hard, rendering it no","quote_3_odi":"11267025","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 LAND ROVER DISCOVERY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND/OR FAILED TO ACCELERATE. IN ADDITION, THE CHECK ENGINE AND COOLANT WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LAND ROVER CARLSBAD (5550 PASEO DEL NORTE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-rear-door-latch-fails","label":"Rear door latch fails, opens while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11418495","quote_1_text":"On two separate occasions, the rear door latch failed on this vehicle, resulting in the door opening unexpectedly while in motion. First incident, Left Rear Door, occurred Sept 17, 2020. The second incident, Right Rear door, happened May 15, 2021. Had anyone been sitting in the","quote_2_odi":"11535670","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Land Rover. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the \"Door Ajar\" message was displayed. The contact stated that her daughter was seated in the rear seat when the rear driver's side door inadvertently opened while driving. The","quote_3_odi":"11638335","quote_3_text":"The door latch on the rear right of the car failed while driving, Door wouldn't close, My 8 year old son sits on that side for school runs. This was replaced under the recall but it failed again. Also I've had 2 window regulators go in this vehicle apparently it's a common","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-reverse-rollaway-unattended","label":"Vehicle accelerates in reverse without driver","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11694266","quote_1_text":"The Land Rover Discovery was in \"reverse\". Not aware that the vehicle was in reverse, the car door was opened and the driver started to step out of the car. At a high rate of speed (approximately 5-7 MPH), the vehicle automatically accelerated in reverse, the open car door hit","quote_2_odi":"11695203","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was left in Reverse. the driver started to exit the car, the vehicle went in reverse, ripped off teh car door on the garage siding, bent teh \"A\" frame and continue in reverse slamming into a neighbors structure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery","model_slug":"discovery","cluster_id":"discovery-2019-windshield-leak-water-damage","label":"Windshield seal leaks, water floods electronics","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11572528","quote_1_text":"The vehicle leaks water from the top, middle and top right (passenger) of the windshield. Whenever it's raining water drips down the inside of the windshield and falls on the dash. in the mornings, after heavy rains, water can be found on the drivers and passengers seat, as well","quote_2_odi":"11706250","quote_2_text":"The windshield seal failed at the top of the windshield, allowing significant water intrusion into the vehicle cabin. The windshield had previously been replaced under a manufacturer recall/service action, but that repair failed. Water intrusion caused failure of the Occupant","quote_3_odi":"11322771","quote_3_text":"THERE'S A WATER-PROOFING DEFECT WITH THE DISCOVERY LAND ROVER (AT LEAST 2017-2019). I PREVIOUSLY PURCHASED NEW A 2017 DISCOVERY NEW, AND WATER ENTERED FROM THE ROOF AND WINDSHIELD AND THE DEALER REPLACED IT WITH A 2019. SAME ISSUE IS OCCURRING - WITH RAIN WATER ENTERING FROM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery Sport","model_slug":"discovery-sport","cluster_id":"discovery-sport-2019-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure reduces stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11758443","quote_1_text":"COMPONENT: Driver-front flexible brake hose (service brake hydraulic system), and the brake fluid level warning system. WHAT HAPPENED: While my daughter was driving at approximately 25 mph and braking normally, the brake pedal sank progressively to the floor over about five","quote_2_odi":"11322033","quote_2_text":"BRAKES TO DONE FUNCTION PROPERLY! THERE IS CONTINUAL DRAG AND NOT COASTING DUE TO BRAKE ISSUE. HAD ACCIDENT BECAUSE CAR SLIDE 5 CAR LENGTHS WOULD NOT STOP. CAR ENGINE SHUTS OFF AND NEEDS TO BE PUT INTO PARK AND RESTARTS WHEN HITTING BRAKE QUICKLY, HAPPENS ON FREEWAY VERY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery Sport","model_slug":"discovery-sport","cluster_id":"discovery-sport-2019-loses-acceleration-power","label":"Vehicle loses acceleration power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11542365","quote_1_text":"When traveling the car does not accelerate properly sometimes losing power. Feels like engine might turn off. But removing foot from accelerator (gas pedal), then reapply, gets engine to respond, but very slowly. No warning messages","quote_2_odi":"11538124","quote_2_text":"When traveling the car does not accelerate properly sometimes losing power","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Discovery Sport","model_slug":"discovery-sport","cluster_id":"discovery-sport-2019-transmission-gearbox-stalls","label":"Transmission failure causes sudden stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11673449","quote_1_text":"On my Discovery Sport HSE 2019 the engine light came on first. I made sure the gas cap was tightly secured. After a couple of days, upon starting the car, there became a rough sounding startup. The car began to turn off when stopped at red lights. I turned ECO mode thinking that","quote_2_odi":"11609508","quote_2_text":"08/19/24 Monday Time: 3:05 pm Picking up daughter from school car completely stop while driving around traffic, started beeping, shift gear knob went down on its own and car stopped in front of school traffic almost causing an accident where I could have been hit. No warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/discovery-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR2","model_slug":"lr2","cluster_id":"land-rover-lr2-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11193074","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED THE 2010 LR2 FROM A USED DEALERSHIP AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT AND SEAT BELT LIGHT ARE ON. THE SEAT BELT WORKS JUST FINE, BUT THE LIGHT STAYS ON (EVEN WHEN A PASSENGER IS IN THE CAR AND HAS THEIR SEAT BELT FASTENED)","quote_2_odi":"10510520","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER LR2. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THAT THE MODULE FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/lr2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR2","model_slug":"lr2","cluster_id":"land-rover-lr2-2010-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeated replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11013934","quote_1_text":"BATTERY IS DEAD IF VEHICLE IS NOT DRIVEN EVERYDAY! HAVE HAD 3 BATTERIES IN LAST YEAR!! DOES NOT SOLVE PROBLEM!!","quote_2_odi":"11231449","quote_2_text":"I HAD TO PUT A SOLAR PANEL IN MY VEHICLE TO HELP WITH THE VEHICLE FROM DYING. THE VEHICLE IS STILL DEAD AFTER THREE DAYS. I CANNOT TAKE A TRIP AWAY FOR MORE THAN 3 DAYS WITHOUT MY VEHICLE DYING","quote_3_odi":"11416794","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS TERRIBLE BATTERY ISSUES. THE BATTERY WILL NEVER STAY CHARGED FOR MORE THAN 2 DAYS WITHOUT DRIVING IT. THE BATTERY DIES REGULARLY AND HAS LEFT MY FAMILY AND I STRANDED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/lr2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR2","model_slug":"lr2","cluster_id":"land-rover-lr2-2010-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential noise and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11000241","quote_1_text":"REAR DIFFERENTIAL BEARING NOISE HUMMING REALLY LOUD. AS IF THERE ARE SNOW TIRES ON MY REAR WHEELS","quote_2_odi":"10821891","quote_2_text":"LOUD WHINE/GROWLING SOUND COMING FROM DRIVE TRAIN AT ALL SPEEDS. GREW LOUDER OVER A PERIOD OF TWO WEEKS. HAD TO HAVE THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL REPLACED AT ONLY 35,890 MILES DUE TO BEARING FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10514366","quote_3_text":"I STARTED TO HEAR A WHIRRING NOISE SO TOOK THE CAR TO A REPAIR CENTER (WITHIN 48 HOURS) THAT WORKS ON LAND ROVERS (THERE ARE NO LONGER ANY LAND ROVER DEALERSHIPS IN VT) AND THEY FOUND THAT THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL WAS DETERIORATED (VISCOUS FLUID, METAL CHIPS SHREDDING)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/lr2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR4","model_slug":"lr4","cluster_id":"lr4-2011-brake-warning-failure","label":"Brake system warning light failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11161226","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER LR4. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE WHEN ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK","quote_2_odi":"10568590","quote_2_text":"WARNING LAMPS FAILURE, BRAKE SYSTEM - AMBER FAILED TO ILLUMINATE FOR WORN BRAKE PADS AND DUE TO SEVERITY OF DAMAGE TO PADS AND ROTOR, BRAKE SYSTEM -RED SHOULD OF ILLUMINATED INDICATING POSSIBLE FAULT WITH THE ELECTRONIC BRAKE DISTRIBUTION (EBD) SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/lr4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR4","model_slug":"lr4","cluster_id":"lr4-2011-electrical-system-faults","label":"Electrical system malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11233853","quote_1_text":"THE STEREO SYSTEM HAS HAD COMPLAINTS FOR MANY YEARS WITH NO RECALL. THE ISSUE IS THE SYSTEM CUTS OUT AND UNUSABLE OR COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE FORCING CALLS TO BE TAKEN BY PHONE","quote_2_odi":"10809599","quote_2_text":"MULTIPLE WARNING LIGHTS ARE DISPLAYED IN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DURING DRIVING MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/lr4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR4","model_slug":"lr4","cluster_id":"lr4-2011-engine-failure-coolant-oil","label":"Engine failure from coolant or oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11613872","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled with the low coolant warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11099576","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SEIZED AT 106K MILES STILL WITHIN GUIDELINES OF LAST OIL CHANGE. LAND ROVER DEALER INDICATES ENGINE FAILURE IS DUE TO LOW OIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/lr4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"LR4","model_slug":"lr4","cluster_id":"lr4-2011-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak tied to recall repair","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11746689","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover LR4. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking fuel and there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11122159","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE ENGINE IS RUNNING OR IN ACCESSORY MODE FUEL IS BEING RELEASED FROM A CRACK IN THE GAS TANK ACCESS COVER. THERE IS A STRONG SMELL OF FUEL NEAR THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR DOOR AREA","quote_3_odi":"11435459","quote_3_text":"I been having a fuel smell from under my 2011 LR4 for several months, which is now severe fuel leaking from the fuel tank, and no warning lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/lr4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-brake-pedal-noise-softness","label":"Brake pedal soft or noisy after service","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10410183","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD DEPRESS, NEARLY TO THE FLOOR, BEFORE THE BRAKES WOULD ENGAGE","quote_2_odi":"10838648","quote_2_text":"AT RIGHT AROUND 59K MILES I HAD MY ENTIRE BREAKING SYSTEM UPGRADED. NEW HIGH PERFORMANCE CALIPERS, ROTORS, AND PADS. ALL RANGE ROVER PARTS, DONE AT THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-electrical-fault-stall","label":"Electrical system faults and unexpected stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10730900","quote_1_text":"ELECTRICAL FAULT OCCURS RANDOMLY AT ANY SPEED. AIR COMPRESSOR FAILS, TURN SIGNALS FAIL, WINDOWS MALFUNCTION, TPMS WARNING, INFOTAINMENT FAILURE, OCCASIONAL FAILURE OF SUSPENSION STABILIZATION. LOCKS WILL NOT WORK AND ENGINE WILL NOT START BUT IF STARTED ALL OF THE ABOVE HAPPENS","quote_2_odi":"10359046","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS UP TO 4000. THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-engine-overheat-seizure","label":"Engine overheating, seizure, and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11397786","quote_1_text":"ANTIFREEZ CONSTANTLY GETTING LOW WITH NO VISUAL LEAKS. NOW SERIOUS MISFIRES","quote_2_odi":"11396867","quote_2_text":"ON 11/14/2020 I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM CARISMA AUTO GROUP LOCATED IN TAMPA FL. ON 1/5/2021 WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, THE WATER PUMP FAILED. ON 1/6/2021 IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT STOP LEAK CONCENTRATE WAS PUT IN THE RADIATOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-fuel-gauge-inaccurate","label":"Fuel gauge shows empty with full tank","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10393514","quote_1_text":"MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I AM THE OWNER OF 2010 RANGE ROVER SPORT WHICH I AM HAVING CONTINUED PROBLEMS SINCE I PURCHASED THE CARE IN 2010. THE GAS GAGE KEEPS MALFUNCTIONING ANS SHOWING THE GAS TANK BEING EMPTY EVEN WHEN I FILL UP THE TANK. I HAVE TAKEN MY CAR BACK TO DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11058376","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE GIVE INCORRECT MILEAGE BEFORE EMPTYING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-fuel-tank-leak-recall","label":"Fuel tank leak with recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11155570","quote_1_text":"FUEL LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK FROM A CRACKED COVER","quote_2_odi":"11383192","quote_2_text":"FUEL LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK DUE TO A FAULTY FUEL PUMP FLANGE/SEAL COVER. SEE THE ATTACHMENT WHICH INDICATES THE REPAIR THAT WAS NECESSARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-seat-heater-burn-frame-slide","label":"Driver seat heater burn and seat frame slide","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10496240","quote_1_text":"THE SEAT HEATER ON THE DRIVERS SIDE BEGAN TO BURN UNTIL A HOLE WAS FORMED AND BURNED MY HUSBAND. I CALLED LAND ROVER AFTER I HAD RESEARCHED THE PROBLEM , FINDIND AT LEAST FOUR OTHER INCIDENTS THE SAME AS OURS. LAND ROVER SAID THAT THEY COULDN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE PROBLEM. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10450877","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SUPERCHARGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT WOULD SLIDE BACKWARD WITHOUT BEING ACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT HE WOULD NEED TO HAVE THE SEAT FRAME REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-spoiler-recall-detach","label":"Rear spoiler detachment after recall repair","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11420620","quote_1_text":"2010 Range Rover Sport. Consumer writes in regards to Rear Spoiler Outer Surface Retention Safety Recall. THE CONSUMER STATED THE WHILE DRIVING THE REAR SPOILER BLEW OFF AND HIT THE VEHICLE BEHIND IT. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE DAMAGES","quote_2_odi":"11374526","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WASH IN BRENTWOOD, TN. I HEARD A LOUD POP. THE SPOILER CAME OFF THE TOP OF THE ROOF. THE WIND DEVICE MUST HAVE BLOWN IT OFF? I HAVE TAPED IT DOWN WITH 3M DOUBLE SIDED TAPE. IT IS NOT SECURED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11044100","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. LOCAL DEALER, JAGUAR LAND ROVER DALLAS, MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE RECALL PERFORMED IN A REASONABLE TIME. THREE ATTEMPTS. LAST ONE, 5 WEEKS UNTIL APPOINTMENT, THEN AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE ELEVEN DAYS, THE WORK WAS NOT DONE. UPDATED 12/8/2017*JS","quote_2_odi":"11329149","quote_2_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT TURN ON ON 06/15/2020 THE CAR STARTED LEAKING ALOT OF FUEL WHEN I WENT ON THE HIGHWAY AND A LIGHT TURN ON RESTRICTED SERVICES. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10504387","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR AND WAS AT A LOW SPEED. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. I THEN STOOD UP, HOLDING ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CAR THEN STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10682111","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WITH EXCESSIVE FORCE, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE EMERGENCY BRAKE IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11703002","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss affecting steering and engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10442126","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT SPEED, THE VEHICLE SUFFERED A COMPLETE POWER FAILURE. THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFF, THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN, THE DASHBOARD WENT DARK, AND THE POWER STEERING FAILED CAUSING ME TO SWERVE PARTIALLY OUT OF MY LANE (I WAS ON A CURVE)","quote_2_odi":"11715446","quote_2_text":"My 2011 Range Rover Sport HSE experienced a severe fuse box failure. Fuses F15, F18, and F20 melted, causing wiring damage and disabling multiple systems","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-fuel-tank-flange-leak","label":"Fuel tank flange cracking and gasoline leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11098107","quote_1_text":"SMELLS LIKE GAS. DEFECTIVE FUEL FLANGE","quote_2_odi":"11156894","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11450756","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Ranger Rover Sport. The contact stated that a fuel odor would emit from the vehicle without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-rear-spoiler-detachment","label":"Rear spoiler detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11498871","quote_1_text":"While driving down the interstate my rear spoiler flew off the vehicle and caused the car behind me to swerve almost resulting in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11415468","quote_2_text":"REAR SPOILER BLEW OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. CARS BEHIND ME HAD TO SWERVE TO NOT COLLIDE WITH THE SPOILER","quote_3_odi":"10984367","quote_3_text":"AT 55 MPH TRAVELING ON GA HIGHWAY 17, THE REAR SPOILER SPONTANEOUSLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11110881","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL LAND ROVER REFUSES TO REPLACE AIRBAGS BECAUSE WE LIVE IN ANCHORAGE, AK. NO DEALERSHIP IN ANCHORAGE","quote_2_odi":"10938899","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. MY RANGE ROVER IS A PART OF THE AIRBAG RECALL AND I'M UNABLE TO TRADE-IN THE CAR WHILE THE RECALL IS OPEN. I NEED TO BE ABLE TO TRADE-IN THE CAR, AS I'D LIKE TO PURCHASE A NEW CAR","quote_3_odi":"11012833","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER L322. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V374000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2011-timing-chain-guide-knock","label":"Timing chain guide wear causing engine knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11101033","quote_1_text":"KNOWN PROBLEM , HOWEVER LAND ROVER NA HAS NOT ADDRESSED . TIMING CHAIN GUIDES WEAR PRE MATURELY CAUSING KNOCK IN MOTOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11151960","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. ALL LAND ROVER/JAGUAR 5.0 ENGINES FROM 2010 TO 2013 ARE AFFECTED BY TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER GUIDES. THIS WAS AN ENGINEERING ERROR ON OEM EQUIPMENT","quote_3_odi":"11280657","quote_3_text":"THIS ISSUE OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LAND ROVER REPLACE THE RECALLED AIRBAGS WITH A COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGE. MY MECHANIC SAYS THE TIMING CHAIN GUIDES WEAR PRE MATURELY CAUSING KNOCK IN MOTOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"fuel-tank-flange-odor-recall","label":"Fuel tank flange fracture under recall 21V635000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11437173","quote_1_text":"The contact stated he noticed that the vehicle was leaking coolant and fuel. There was an abnormal odor of fuel detected in the vehicle. The contact called an independent mechanic who informed him not to drive the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11440795","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently stalled at a stop light. Several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was not able to veer to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11455677","quote_3_text":"The VIN was included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The manufacturer was notified of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"takata-air-bag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11046472","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NO REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FROM LAND ROVER","quote_2_odi":"11079832","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V015000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE NEAREST DEALER WOULD REQUIRE HIM TO SHIP THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER ISLAND","quote_3_odi":"10966465","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V015000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"timing-chain-tensioner-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failures leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11753427","quote_1_text":"The vehicle out of nowhere began to make a werid clacking noise (possibly the lifters so we thought) my husband immediately pulled off the freeway the car sputtered; The engine immediately SEIZED, BEGAN TO SMOKE, and CAUGHT FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11497839","quote_2_text":"The motor has timing chain issues they all do I was quoted 8000 dollars to fix it 90k Miles on car","quote_3_odi":"11281815","quote_3_text":"MY CAR AT APPROX 58000 MILES HAD A KNOCKING SOUND IN THE ENGINE. LAND ROVER CENTERVILLE DIAGNOSED IT AS NEEDING A NEW TENSIONER, TIMING CHAIN AND SUPERCHARGER ISOLATOR. THE REPAIR WAS $6200","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"transmission-driveline-failure","label":"Transmission and driveline component failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11629881","quote_1_text":"Gearbox failure. NO warning lamps, symptoms or messages prior to the incident. While driving down the road, upon accelerating; the vehicle would not move forward. The shift was in drive. There was an indicating (grinding) noise beneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10937447","quote_2_text":"WHEN YOU SHUT THE ENGINE OFF AND PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK THE VEHICLE WILL KEEP ROLLING AND NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11484853","quote_3_text":"The component that Failed was the transmission outline Spline due to lack of lubrication from the factory. This causes the component to fail over time due to corrosion. When this component fails it makes the whole driveline fail/slip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-air-bag-warning-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11476138","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, he crashed into the rear end of another vehicle, the contact stated that he was tired and did not see the other vehicle. The contact stated that his front end crashed into the rear","quote_2_odi":"11138980","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2013 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SUPERCHARGE. WHILE DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS AND I HAVE A FRONT PASSENGER THE VEHICLE LIGHT HAS COME ON ADVISING THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS ARE DISABLED. I HAVE CONTACTED LAND ROVER REGARDING A RECALL ISSUES NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V093000 BUT","quote_3_odi":"11044915","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD IS HEAVING, SEPARATING AND EXPOSING THE AIRBAG ON PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER CANNOT REPAIR BUT SAID THAT IF THE SEPARATION BECOMES LARGER THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY IN THE PROPER DIRECTION OR MAY DEPLOY UNNECESSARILY. DEALER RECOMMENDED ENTIRE DASHBOARD REPLACEMENT FOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-brake-line-rotor-failure","label":"Brake line corrosion and rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11494744","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but went to the floorboard and failed to respond. The contact engaged the parking brake and manually shifted into a lower gear, causing","quote_2_odi":"10872515","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT PRE OWNER RANGE ROVER SPORT FROM A MASERATI OF DAYTONA (BEACH, FL) ON 5/6/16 , ON TEST DRIVE WITH SALES PERSON NOTED POOR BRAKES AND SHIMMY AT 65MPH. REQUESTING TECH INSPECTION REPORT AND NOTED ON\"WE OWE YOU\" DEALER FORM BRAKE ISSUE. ON 5/7 BROUGHT RRS BACK TO DEALER AND","quote_3_odi":"11207883","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO PARK AND TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-door-liftgate-latch-failure","label":"Door and liftgate latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11532080","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that the driver's side front door failed to lock. The contact was unable to lock the door electronically or manually. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it","quote_2_odi":"11162259","quote_2_text":"THE REAR TAILGATE LATCH UNLOCKS BY ITSELF AND THE TAILGATE OPENS BY ITSELF WITHOUT A KEY OR PERSON PRESSING OPEN BUTTON. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 15V385000 NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A COMPONENT: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 65,352 THE CAR IS PARKED,","quote_3_odi":"11480706","quote_3_text":"Our vehicle allows for the rear lift gate to be opened while the vehicle is in motion. Any person in the vehicle can press the rear lift gate button and it will open, even if driving down the road. Our loaner vehicles from Land rover also allow this to occur. This is a major","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-engine-coolant-overheating","label":"Engine coolant leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11662735","quote_1_text":"My truck has antifreeze leaking into engine causing it to overheat caused damage to my engine and now it’s not drivable. I took my truck to dealership which video dealership sent me states this issue but they were charging me an outrageous amount for repairs at Land Rover in","quote_2_odi":"11620399","quote_2_text":"The contact stated owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the electrical switch had previously been replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the infotainment system was updated under warranty. Additionally, the contact stated while driving 65-70","quote_3_odi":"11113150","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON PHOENIX CITY STREET 51ST AVENUE GOING SOUTH AT 5:00 PM IN AFTERNOON. FAILURE OF A ENGINE/COOLING SYSTEM OUTLET PIPE LED TO EXPULSION OF ALL COOLANT, OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE TO ITS SHUTDOWN WITHIN THREE MINUTES, THE ENGINE GOT SO HOT IT RUPTURED A FUEL LINE OVER THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-fuel-tank-shield-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank shield corrosion and gasoline leak recall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11534901","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated she had previously taken the vehicle to an unknown dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the dealer informed her that they could not assist","quote_2_odi":"11496174","quote_2_text":"My mechanic observed the fuel tank shield (WFN500021) in the undercarriage was totally rusted-out. This fuel tank shield holds the fuel tank. The part was completely rusted and the concern is that the fuel tank will fall out while driving - and igniting. I have shopped around","quote_3_odi":"11441307","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and she smelled a strong gasoline odor. The contact stated that she also noticed gasoline leaking underneath the vehicle. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2013-unattended-rollaway","label":"Unattended vehicle rollaway and movement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10892346","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS REVERSED OUT OF GARAGE AND VEHICLE WAS STOPPED WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED TO GO IN MY GARAGE AND TAKE GARBAGE OUT WHEN AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE HEADING TOWARDS ME CRUSHING ME AGAINST THE WALL PINNING ME UNTIL SOMEONE HEARD TO COME FREE","quote_2_odi":"10884136","quote_2_text":"AUG 3, 2015 CAR DIAL SHIFTER PUT IN PARK, STOPPED ON MY 10% GRADE DRIVEWAY. CAR WAS ON! LEFT TO CHECK MAIL BOX WITH DOOR OPEN, NOTICED CAR WAS MOVING VERY SLOW. WENT BACK TO CAR TRIED TO REACH BRAKE, LEG WAS CAUGHT IN CAR AND SPEED PICKED UP EVIDENTLY IN REVERSE, FELL ON BACK,","quote_3_odi":"10631674","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. WHILE THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNATTENDED, IT ACCELERATED BACKWARDS INTO A MAILBOX. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2023-brake-pad-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11731576","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated premature wear of the rear brakes","quote_2_odi":"11698617","quote_2_text":"The vehicle brake pad warning light went on before 15K miles. The dealership and manufacturer have indicated that the design of the 2023 long wheel base model causes the OEM brakes pads to wear through at an accelerated rate","quote_3_odi":"11582194","quote_3_text":"This vehicle is a 2023 Range Rover . I took it in to have the winter tires removed and the summer tires installed. Range Rover did a vehicle inspection and it showed the brake pad wear on the front as being a #7 and the rear as a #2","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2023-gear-engagement-delay","label":"Delayed or failed gear engagement from a stop","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11571687","quote_1_text":"The vehicle does not go into gear in timely way..I put car in reverse and occasionally it stays in drive. Very dangerous to assume your car is backing up but goes forward","quote_2_odi":"11531988","quote_2_text":"The Range Rover dash displays that the door is open but it is not. When the Range Rover comes to a stop the Range Rover does not move. It has occurred 10 times, this last time it stopped traffic at an intersection and Bexar County Sheriff’s had to arrive at scene","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover","model_slug":"range-rover","cluster_id":"range-rover-2023-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Sudden loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11718293","quote_1_text":"On January 27, 2026, while driving my 2023 Land Rover Range Rover a red warning light came on the dashboard stating \"Electric default detected\". Following this warning light while driving the vehicle lost power and was unable to drive, steer, or brake","quote_2_odi":"11735137","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the lost motive power and inadvertently shifted to park (P)","quote_3_odi":"11684769","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving 60-65 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove to the destination and parked the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-11 to 2020-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11321301","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V374000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11044100","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. LOCAL DEALER, JAGUAR LAND ROVER DALLAS, MAKES IT DIFFICULT TO IMPOSSIBLE TO GET THE RECALL PERFORMED IN A REASONABLE TIME. THREE ATTEMPTS. LAST ONE, 5 WEEKS UNTIL APPOINTMENT, THEN AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE ELEVEN DAYS, THE WORK WAS NOT DONE. UPDATED 12/8/2017*JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-brake-pedal-feel","label":"Brake pedal feel before engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-07 to 2019-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11288713","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL FELT SOFT","quote_2_odi":"10410183","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD DEPRESS, NEARLY TO THE FLOOR, BEFORE THE BRAKES WOULD ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-electrical-malfunctions","label":"Electrical system malfunction and stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-10 to 2015-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10359046","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL INCREASE IN ENGINE RPMS UP TO 4000. THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10503633","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT HIGHWAYS SPEEDS IN THE EVENING AND LOST POWER IN BOTH HEADLIGHTS FOR ABOUT ONE SECOND. THIS HAPPENED TWICE ON MY WAY HOME WITHIN MINUTES OF EACH OTHER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-engine-coolant-loss","label":"Engine coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 to 2021-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11397786","quote_1_text":"ANTIFREEZ CONSTANTLY GETTING LOW WITH NO VISUAL LEAKS. NOW SERIOUS MISFIRES","quote_2_odi":"11396867","quote_2_text":"ON 11/14/2020 I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM CARISMA AUTO GROUP LOCATED IN TAMPA FL. ON 1/5/2021 WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY, THE WATER PUMP FAILED. ON 1/6/2021 IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT STOP LEAK CONCENTRATE WAS PUT IN THE RADIATOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-fuel-gauge-inaccurate","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate reading","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-06 to 2018-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11058376","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE GIVE INCORRECT MILEAGE BEFORE EMPTYING","quote_2_odi":"10393514","quote_2_text":"MY NAME IS [XXX] AND I AM THE OWNER OF 2010 RANGE ROVER SPORT WHICH I AM HAVING CONTINUED PROBLEMS SINCE I PURCHASED THE CARE IN 2010. THE GAS GAGE KEEPS MALFUNCTIONING ANS SHOWING THE GAS TANK BEING EMPTY EVEN WHEN I FILL UP THE TANK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank leak and odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-09 to 2024-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11132102","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT SMELLED A FUEL ODOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND OUTSIDE NEAR THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11383192","quote_2_text":"FUEL LEAKS FROM THE TOP OF THE TANK DUE TO A FAULTY FUEL PUMP FLANGE/SEAL COVER. SEE THE ATTACHMENT WHICH INDICATES THE REPAIR THAT WAS NECESSARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2010,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2010-rear-spoiler-detach","label":"Rear spoiler detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-11 to 2026-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11420620","quote_1_text":"2010 Range Rover Sport. Consumer writes in regards to Rear Spoiler Outer Surface Retention Safety Recall. THE CONSUMER STATED THE WHILE DRIVING THE REAR SPOILER BLEW OFF AND HIT THE VEHICLE BEHIND IT. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE DAMAGES","quote_2_odi":"11374526","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR WASH IN BRENTWOOD, TN. I HEARD A LOUD POP. THE SPOILER CAME OFF THE TOP OF THE ROOF. THE WIND DEVICE MUST HAVE BLOWN IT OFF? I HAVE TAPED IT DOWN WITH 3M DOUBLE SIDED TAPE. IT IS NOT SECURED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2011-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10504387","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR AND WAS AT A LOW SPEED. THE BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND","quote_2_odi":"10682111","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WITH EXCESSIVE FORCE, BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11703002","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. In addition, the low brake fluid warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2011-fuel-flange-crack","label":"Fuel tank flange cracking and leaking","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11692767","quote_1_text":"Smell gasoline and gasoline on ground. Recall exists for fuel tank but informed my model is not covered but the flange must be damaged as car is currently leaking gas","quote_2_odi":"11220440","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS LEAKING GASOLINE. LIKE ANOTHER COMPLAINT ON THIS SITE AND OTHERS ON THE INTERNET, A PLASTIC FLANGE ON THE FUEL PUMP CRACKS","quote_3_odi":"11156894","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2011-spoiler-detachment","label":"Rear spoiler detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11695027","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front cover on the spoiler detached and flew off the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10984367","quote_2_text":"AT 55 MPH TRAVELING ON GA HIGHWAY 17, THE REAR SPOILER SPONTANEOUSLY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. A PIECE OF THE SPOILER SURROUNDING THE REAR CAMERA SHEARED FROM THE BULK OF THE SPOILER AND WAS LEFT DANGLING FROM THE AUTOMOBILE","quote_3_odi":"11192264","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MILES PER HOUR AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE REAR ROOF SPOILER FLEW OFF AND HIT THE CAR BEHIND ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11110881","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL LAND ROVER REFUSES TO REPLACE AIRBAGS BECAUSE WE LIVE IN ANCHORAGE, AK. NO DEALERSHIP IN ANCHORAGE","quote_2_odi":"11066152","quote_2_text":"SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYED SPONTANEOUSLY SENDING FRAGMENTS OF METAL AND PIECES OF PLASTIC INTO THE INTERIOR OF THE CAR. THE CAR WAS DRIVING AT 16 MPH ON A NEIGHBORHOOD STREET","quote_3_odi":"10937560","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V374000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2011,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2011-timing-chain-knock","label":"Engine timing chain guide wear and knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11151960","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. ALL LAND ROVER/JAGUAR 5.0 ENGINES FROM 2010 TO 2013 ARE AFFECTED BY TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER GUIDES. THIS WAS AN ENGINEERING ERROR ON OEM EQUIPMENT. TIMING GUIDES ARE MADE OF ALUMINIUM AND PISTON ON TENSIONER IS STEEL. ENGINE WILL DEVELOP A TICK/KNOCK","quote_2_odi":"11101033","quote_2_text":"KNOWN PROBLEM , HOWEVER LAND ROVER NA HAS NOT ADDRESSED . TIMING CHAIN GUIDES WEAR PRE MATURELY CAUSING KNOCK IN MOTOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11280657","quote_3_text":"THIS ISSUE OCCURRED IMMEDIATELY AFTER LAND ROVER REPLACE THE RECALLED AIRBAGS WITH A COMPLIMENTARY OIL CHANGE. MY MECHANIC SAYS THE TIMING CHAIN GUIDES WEAR PRE MATURELY CAUSING KNOCK IN MOTOR WHICH COULD LEAD TO CATASTROPHIC FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2012-electrical-shutdown","label":"Momentary electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10503690","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT THE CAR EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL ANOMALY CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS, DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND SEVERAL ELECTRONIC FUNCTIONS TO GO OFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 SECOND","quote_2_odi":"10915429","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT AT HIGHWAY SPEED THE CAR EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL ANOMALY TWICE, EACH TIME CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS, DASHBOARD LIGHTS AND SEVERAL ELECTRONIC FUNCTIONS TO GO OFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 SECOND","quote_3_odi":"11755587","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experienced a complete electrical failure while driving. The vehicle is a 2012 Range Rover Sport. At approximately 25 mph, the engine shut off, all exterior and interior lights went out, and the steering wheel locked in the straight‑ahead position","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2012-fuel-tank-flange-leak","label":"Fuel tank flange leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11580155","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a fuel odor around the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact noticed the fuel odor on the interior of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11443293","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","quote_3_odi":"11693123","quote_3_text":"The shop I took my vehicle too says the vehicle is leaking gas. They looked up the vin for recalls showed me the recall said I'd have to take it to a dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2012-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11229560","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS PERFECTLY FINE, WELL MAINTAINED, THEN JUST STOPPED RUNNING.. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC, AND SAID ENTIRE ENGINE WAS BLOWN / RUINED","quote_2_odi":"10504233","quote_2_text":"ON 18/03/2013 5:50 PM, THE CAR LOST POWER & STOPPED SUDDENLY WHEN I WAS DRIVING IN A SHOPPING PLAZA","quote_3_odi":"11701275","quote_3_text":"In January 2025 I noticed light ticking/knocking at startup, idle, and while driving. On January 23, 2025 I searched online for how to check the oil level and for an L322 dipstick location (there is none)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2012-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11281815","quote_1_text":"MY CAR AT APPROX 58000 MILES HAD A KNOCKING SOUND IN THE ENGINE. LAND ROVER CENTERVILLE DIAGNOSED IT AS NEEDING A NEW TENSIONER, TIMING CHAIN AND SUPERCHARGER ISOLATOR. THE REPAIR WAS $6200","quote_2_odi":"11192807","quote_2_text":"RATTLING NOISE FROM THE TIMING CHAIN. IT IS A VERY WELL KNOWN ISSUE DUE TO THE USE OF SUBSTANDARD TENSIONING RAILS AND GUIDES","quote_3_odi":"11497839","quote_3_text":"The motor has timing chain issues they all do I was quoted 8000 dollars to fix it 90k Miles on car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2012,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2012-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case and driveline failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11629881","quote_1_text":"Gearbox failure. NO warning lamps, symptoms or messages prior to the incident. While driving down the road, upon accelerating; the vehicle would not move forward. The shift was in drive. There was an indicating (grinding) noise beneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11203823","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE ROAD, WITH ABSOLUTELY NO WARNING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ANY CONTROL OF THE DRIVETRAIN. VEHICLE WAS LEFT COASTING IN TRAFFIC, AND THE ENGINE WOULD REV WITHOUT ANY INFLUENCE ON MOVING THE SUV","quote_3_odi":"10937447","quote_3_text":"WHEN YOU SHUT THE ENGINE OFF AND PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK THE VEHICLE WILL KEEP ROLLING AND NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. TO PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING YOU HAVE TO APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal fails to respond or reach floorboard","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11497564","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph on the highway, the brake pedal was applied but was slow to respond and the vehicle continued to accelerate. The contact crashed into the rear of a Ford F-150 which","quote_2_odi":"11494744","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving approximately 45-50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but went to the floorboard and failed to respond. The contact engaged the parking brake and manually shifted into a lower gear, causing","quote_3_odi":"11080092","quote_3_text":"EMERGENCY BRAKE FAILED WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING LIGHT OR ANY SYMPTOM PRESENT. FORTUNATELY NO ACCIDENT RESULTED. REASON WAS BECAUSE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS LOCKED ON THE ENTIRE TIME WITHOUT KNOWING AND BECAME NON-FUNCTIONAL. DAMAGED MOST WHEEL COMPONENTS ON REAR DRIVER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-door-tailgate-latch","label":"Door and tailgate latch unlocking or unlatching failures","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11162259","quote_1_text":"THE REAR TAILGATE LATCH UNLOCKS BY ITSELF AND THE TAILGATE OPENS BY ITSELF WITHOUT A KEY OR PERSON PRESSING OPEN BUTTON. NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 15V385000 NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A COMPONENT: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 65,352 THE CAR IS PARKED","quote_2_odi":"11480706","quote_2_text":"Our vehicle allows for the rear lift gate to be opened while the vehicle is in motion. Any person in the vehicle can press the rear lift gate button and it will open, even if driving down the road. Our loaner vehicles from Land rover also allow this to occur","quote_3_odi":"11532080","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover. The contact stated that the driver's side front door failed to lock. The contact was unable to lock the door electronically or manually. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-engine-overheating","label":"Engine overheating from coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11113150","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON PHOENIX CITY STREET 51ST AVENUE GOING SOUTH AT 5:00 PM IN AFTERNOON. FAILURE OF A ENGINE/COOLING SYSTEM OUTLET PIPE LED TO EXPULSION OF ALL COOLANT, OVERHEATING OF THE ENGINE TO ITS SHUTDOWN WITHIN THREE MINUTES, THE ENGINE GOT SO HOT IT RUPTURED A FUEL LINE OVER THE","quote_2_odi":"11629879","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that while cold starting the vehicle, the vehicle was idling roughly, and the contact had to depress the accelerator pedal to prevent the vehicle from stalling. The contact stated that numerous warning","quote_3_odi":"11620399","quote_3_text":"The contact stated owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that the electrical switch had previously been replaced. Additionally, the contact stated that the infotainment system was updated under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-fuel-tank-flange-crack","label":"Fuel tank flange cracking and corroded fuel tank shield","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11534901","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated she had previously taken the vehicle to an unknown dealer for the recall repair of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V635000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the dealer informed her that they could not assist","quote_2_odi":"11441307","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated, and she smelled a strong gasoline odor. The contact stated that she also noticed gasoline leaking underneath the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11496174","quote_3_text":"My mechanic observed the fuel tank shield (WFN500021) in the undercarriage was totally rusted-out. This fuel tank shield holds the fuel tank. The part was completely rusted and the concern is that the fuel tank will fall out while driving - and igniting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-passenger-airbag-disable","label":"Passenger air bag warning light and dashboard exposure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11138980","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2013 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SUPERCHARGE. WHILE DRIVING AT ALL SPEEDS AND I HAVE A FRONT PASSENGER THE VEHICLE LIGHT HAS COME ON ADVISING THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAGS ARE DISABLED","quote_2_odi":"11394436","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER LAND ROVER NORTH ATLANTA (1505 MANSELL RD, ALPHARETTA, GA 30009, (770) 587-2000) WHERE IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11044915","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD IS HEAVING, SEPARATING AND EXPOSING THE AIRBAG ON PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER CANNOT REPAIR BUT SAID THAT IF THE SEPARATION BECOMES LARGER THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY IN THE PROPER DIRECTION OR MAY DEPLOY UNNECESSARILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-steering-bind-suspension","label":"Steering bind paired with automatic air suspension lowering","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11734413","quote_1_text":"While driving, the steering begins to bind and resist when turning, especially to the left. The wheel will “catch” and then suddenly release, causing a jerking motion and loss of smooth steering control. This creates a serious safety concern because the steering does not respond","quote_2_odi":"11734411","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel locks during left turns and then suddenly releases, while the onboard computer has generated a suspension error code and automatically lowered the vehicle for safety","quote_3_odi":"11532272","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lowered significantly and started bouncing. The contact stated that she depressed the brake pedal and veered to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2013,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2013-unattended-rollaway","label":"Unattended vehicle movement while parked or stopped","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10892346","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS REVERSED OUT OF GARAGE AND VEHICLE WAS STOPPED WHEN EXITING THE VEHICLE. I PROCEEDED TO GO IN MY GARAGE AND TAKE GARBAGE OUT WHEN AFTER ABOUT 10 SECONDS VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE HEADING TOWARDS ME CRUSHING ME AGAINST THE WALL PINNING ME UNTIL SOMEONE HEARD TO COME FREE","quote_2_odi":"10631673","quote_2_text":"I GOT OUT OF THE EVOQUE WITH IT RUNNING AND THE DOOR OPEN. WHEN I CAME WALKING BACK THE CAR WAS GOING UP THE ROAD BY ITSELF IN REVERSE. IT HIT A MAILBOX THAT STOPPED IT. IT COULD HAVE HIT KIDS THAT ARE USUALLY IN THE AREA","quote_3_odi":"11302676","quote_3_text":"WAS IN SUPERMARKET PARKING LOT, ABOUT TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK AND CAR ACCELARATED WITH FULL FORCE ON ITS OWN ONTO A FENCE IN FRONT OF PARKING SPACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2020-charging-aux-battery-fault","label":"Charging system and aux battery fault disabling systems","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11692476","quote_1_text":"Faulty code P0A7B and P0A1F for the Battery Energy Control Module BECM was diagnosed. Check engine light appeared and then car shut off at a light when attempting to press accelerator. Was told by dealer the part needed replacement instead of just a software update. A recall was","quote_2_odi":"11633905","quote_2_text":"I took my Range Rover in for a coolant leak, was told there was a Recall on a battery system, the recall was a software update to prevent that battery system from going offline. The system was already offline, and Land Rover North America refuses to honor the intent of the","quote_3_odi":"11708257","quote_3_text":"The component that failed is the charging system alternator on my 2020 Range Rover Sport HST (mild-hybrid). This vehicle has experienced three alternator failures prior to 100,000 miles. The failed alternator and related components are currently in dealer possession and are","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2020-dcdc-converter-shutdown","label":"DC-DC converter failure causing loss of motive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11758627","quote_1_text":"I was driving my vehicle on a California freeway and it stopped at traffic signal that was red. When the light turned green and my vehicle accelerated forward the vehicle system powered down in the middle of traffic. I had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic who identified two","quote_2_odi":"11744594","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V248000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was determined that the","quote_3_odi":"11733585","quote_3_text":"The DC/DC converter went out. While driving [XXX], all the warning lights came on, no abs, no front collision warning and all other safety warnings lights flashed. Immediately after the lights came on vehicle completely shut down while driving leaving me stranded in the street","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2020-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11319464","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD OVER 8 INSTANCES WITH EITHER THE LOWER SCREEN, UPPER SCREEN OR BOTH SCREENS COMPLETELY BLACKING OUT AND BEING INOPERABLE. LANDROVER HAS HAD 4 ATTEMPTS TO FIX IT UNSUCCESSFULLY WITH LANDROVER CORPORATE INVOLVED. IN ADDITION, THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS DIP DOWN IN REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11513938","quote_2_text":"1. The central control display of the vehicle is often black and the map cannot be viewed while driving, which will cause tension and panic and make driving unsafe; 2. The lane centering of the vehicle often does not work, it cannot work normally, and it directly deviates to","quote_3_odi":"11676894","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a significant safety issue related to my 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport involving sunroof water intrusion that has caused serious electrical failures throughout the vehicle. Shortly after owning the vehicle, I began to notice water leaking from the sunroof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2020-engine-coolant-leak","label":"Engine coolant leak and low coolant warning","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11725665","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. The contact stated that within a week of purchasing the vehicle new, there was an abnormally strong odor coming from the vehicle. The dealer picked up the vehicle and performed an engine cleaning; however, the failure","quote_2_odi":"11700579","quote_2_text":"A potential concern has been identified on specific vehicles within the above vehicle range. A concern has been identified on Ingenium I4 2.0L Petrol Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle (PHEV) engines where the coolant pump drive belt can become damaged leading to detachment or","quote_3_odi":"11696354","quote_3_text":"Constant problems with engine coolant parts made out of plastic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2020,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended forward surge or jerk while stopping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11430716","quote_1_text":"Car jumped forward while coming to a stop. Almost hit a child crossing in the crosswalk. Also happened numerous times coming to a stop at the off ramp. Engine idles very rough, high pitch idle, and RPMs surge up and down on their own. Dealer won’t believe us. They don’t want to","quote_2_odi":"11413275","quote_2_text":"AT APPX 115PM I HAD LUNCH AT THE MILLBURN DINER. I GOT INTO MY VEHICLE AT APPX 2PM IN THE PARKING LOT OF THE DINER AT 72 ESSEX STREET IN MILLBURN NJ. I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO START MY CAR. I LOOKED BACK AND SHIFTED FROM PARK TO REVERSE IN MOTION. I SLOWLY MOVED BACKWARDS IN THE","quote_3_odi":"11390552","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CEASED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JERKED FORWARD AS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2023-cruise-lane-assist","label":"Adaptive cruise control and lane assist malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11494643","quote_1_text":"Adaptive Cruise Control does not recognize (at times) stopped cars. SUV will accelerate into a stopped car. Similar problem on the NJ Turnpike traveling 65 mph with Adaptive Cruise Control. All lanes had a meaningful slow down and SUV continued to accelerate into slowdown.…","quote_2_odi":"11578199","quote_2_text":"Car started flashing \"Lane assist not available\" and steering wheel locked out.. it seems like no power steering anymore.. i am taking it to dealership but could been a major accident.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2023-dcdc-converter-shutdown","label":"DC-DC converter failure and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11715528","quote_1_text":"electrical failure of dc to dc converter, confirmed by manufacturer while driving on the highway i got an error message and immediately afterward the entire car shut down. no power steering, no brakes, no lights or hazards, no airbag.…","quote_2_odi":"11710581","quote_2_text":"The cars electrical system failed while driving on the highway. It first impacted the traction control, then ABS, then put the car into neutral while traveling at 70 mph the highway with no ability to put the car into drive.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2023,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Sport","model_slug":"range-rover-sport","cluster_id":"range-rover-sport-2023-smart-key-deactivation","label":"Smart key deactivation by keyless vehicle module","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11727657","quote_1_text":"The Keyless Vehicle Module security system on my 2023 Range Rover Sport deactivated both of my smart keys simultaneously without any warning or alert. The vehicle locked itself while both keys were inside and completely disabled them both at the same time…","quote_2_odi":"11725817","quote_2_text":"2023 Range Rover Sport (VIN: [XXX] ). Vehicle's own anti-theft security system simultaneously deactivated both smart keys after they were left inside the locked vehicle. This is a known design defect across all JLR vehicles from 2022 onwards.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/land-rover/range-rover-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-airbag","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11581926","quote_1_text":"There was a failure of airbag deployment during a front end collision at 45 mph which resulted in extensive bodily injury damages. Airbags failed to deploy in front end collision, causing extensive bodily injury damage surpassing insurance minimums. The police report as well as…","quote_2_odi":"11527346","quote_2_text":"Air bag warning light keeps coming on dealer has repaired problem but it keeps recurring. I have had this issue since vehicle was new. Repair usually lasts 6 to eight months","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-coolant-leak-overheating","label":"Coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11684121","quote_1_text":"1. The components that failed were part of the coolant system, specifically the coolant pipes. JLR used plastic coolant pipes which over time deteriorate and lead to massive coolant leaks, and in my car it got so bad that even with the engine off the coolant would just pour out…","quote_2_odi":"11601572","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, smoke was detected coming from the engine. The driver opened the hood and noticed that fluid was leaking from the engine. The low-coolant level warning light was illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-defrost-failure","label":"Windshield and side window defrost failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11172106","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING IN COLD EXTERNAL CONDITIONS, EXISTING DEFROST SYSTEM DOES NOT ADEQUATELY CLEAR THE SIDE WINDOWS (FRONT AND REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER) EVEN AFTER 2018 RECALL AND STATED \"FIX\". MAX DEFROST CAPABILITY DOES NOT CLEAR THE WINDOWS. WINDOWS ARE COMPLETELY FOGGED UP MAKING…","quote_2_odi":"11181252","quote_2_text":"IN COLD TEMPERATURES THE WINDOWS FOG UP TO THE EXTENT THEY START DRIPPING. THE DEFROST DOES LITTLE TO SOLVE THE ISSUE. IT TAKES ANYWHERE FROM 10-30 MINUTES DEPENDING UPON THE TEMPERATURE.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-drl-headlight-assembly","label":"Daytime running light and headlight assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11634484","quote_1_text":"DRIVER-SIDE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS ARE OUT. THEY'RE LED, YOU HAVE TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE HEADLIGHT/DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT MODULE BECAUSE IT'S SEALED AND THERE ARE NO BULBS TO REPLACE. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS ONLINE AND IT APPEARS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM. A NEW ASSEMBLY IS REPORTED…","quote_2_odi":"11457153","quote_2_text":"The left side headlamp assembly is faulty. Recommend replacing the headlight assembly. This vehicle has 47000 miles 2018 why is this something that needs to be replaced this soon.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11710799","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious safety and operability issue involving my 2018 Land Rover Range Rover, which has rendered the vehicle inoperable and unsafe to drive. Within approximately four months of purchase, the vehicle experienced repeated mechanical…","quote_2_odi":"11683405","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-fuel-odor","label":"Fuel odor from fuel system","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11689248","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Land Rover Range Rover Velar. The contact stated that upon entering the vehicle, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…","quote_2_odi":"11153167","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER VELAR. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR INSIDE AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V087000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-gear-rollaway","label":"Gear selector rollaway from park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11396553","quote_1_text":"THE GEAR MALFUNCTION AFTER PLACED IN PARK , CAME OUT OF GEAR AND ROLLED IN REVERSE WITH OUT ANY WARNING. AS A RESULT I WAS INJURED","quote_2_odi":"11424168","quote_2_text":"Dial shifter complaint about the car being place in park inside my garage, left the car door open to return inside the home and once I was 100% out of the vehicle as witnessed by my neighbors, the car went out of park mode causing damaged to the car and my home. What component…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2018,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2018-timing-chain","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11592763","quote_1_text":"Timing chain failure at low miles. Land Rover knows that thousands of these cars have issues with the timing chain failing yet refuses to do anything to correct the problem.","quote_2_odi":"11589998","quote_2_text":"Engine malfunction at low mileage level less than 55,000 miles. Timing chain tensioner , timing chain guide. These are reported ongoing problems with Land Rover Range Rover Velars that are just beyond warranty . Can cause severe engine failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2019-cooling-system-engine-failure","label":"Cooling system leak causes catastrophic engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11701004","quote_1_text":"Both the Cooling elbow and manifold connecting to the engine block were disintegrating causing severe leaks on both the elbow and manifold connections. This is a well known recall for Range Rover Velars that was never addressed on my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11365884","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT JUST STOPPED. ENGINE SHUT OFF AND LEFT ME STRANDED. CRANK IS DAMAGED AND I WAS TOLD I NEED A NEW ENGINE. LAND ROVER WILL NOT REPLACE THE ENGINE UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2019-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light and headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11707024","quote_1_text":"Front Passenger Daytime Running Light Chip Failure Range Rover Velar Forums have THOUSANDS of this exact issue. Land Rover has ceased all communications with me regarding this issue, including the executive office","quote_2_odi":"11541179","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, her fiancé noticed that the front passenger’s side headlight bulb was blown","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2019-engine-fire","label":"Engine catches fire while parked or driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11492956","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Range Rover Velar engine caught on fire while it was parked and off. The vehicle gave no warning and showed no signs of overheating or maintenance that needed to be done","quote_2_odi":"11731531","quote_2_text":"My CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE DUE TO ELECTRICAL AND ENGINE ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2019,"make":"Land Rover","make_slug":"land-rover","model":"Range Rover Velar","model_slug":"range-rover-velar","cluster_id":"velar-2019-power-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Vehicle loses power and shuts down while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11389678","quote_1_text":"CAR BLACKS OUT STALL WHILE DRIVING AFTER CLICKING SOUND ON RIGHT SIDE OF CAR","quote_2_odi":"11173384","quote_2_text":"I STARTED HAVING TROUBLE WITH MY SUV THE ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON AND THEN THE TRUCK WOULD START SHACKING OUT OF THE NO WHERE AND TURN OFF ALL OF A SUDEN, THIS HAPPENED TO ME SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/land-rover/range-rover-velar","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/land-rover"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"ES","model_slug":"es","cluster_id":"es-2021-adaptive-cruise-control-failure","label":"Adaptive cruise control failure to decelerate","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11503312","quote_1_text":"On Nov 9, 2022 I first noticed the problem. When I drove back to home Vancouver, WA from California I used cruise control all the way. I was driving at 70 and ahead of me was traffic. The car in front of me slowed down and the cruise control was on which was supposed to detect…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/es","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"ES","model_slug":"es","cluster_id":"es-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall remedy parts unavailability (23V865000)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11575480","quote_1_text":"I received a letter that my vehicle is subject to a recall for \"passenger airbag may not deploy\". I contacted my dealer and they said there is not a remedy at they do not know when the remedy will be available. Possibly not until 3rd quarter of 2024. I asked what if the airbag","quote_2_odi":"11667413","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_3_odi":"11633336","quote_3_text":"front seat passenger air bag recall and it has been over a year and they are still waiting for the parts. The recall says that the air bag may not deploy when it is supposed to and could cause injury to the occupant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/es","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"ES","model_slug":"es","cluster_id":"es-2021-power-window-antipinch","label":"Driver-side power window unexpected closure and anti-pinch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753522","quote_1_text":"On or July 28, 2026, I experienced a safety incident involving the driver’s side power window on my 2021 Lexus ES. The vehicle was running, and I reached through the driver’s side window to retrieve an item being handed to me. Without me pressing or activating the window switch…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/es","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"ES","model_slug":"es","cluster_id":"es-2021-seatbelt-retraction","label":"Driver-side seat belt retraction failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616651","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lexus ES 300H. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and attempting to stop, the front driver’s side seat belt failed to retract. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/es","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"ES","model_slug":"es","cluster_id":"es-2021-steering-brake-malfunction","label":"Steering and brake malfunction with system warning messages","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11585513","quote_1_text":"While the contact's wife was driving at unknown speeds, the messages stating \"vehicle notification system, a malfunction in the vehicle notification system has been detected, contact dealer\", and \"notification system malfunction visit your dealer\" were displayed. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11537243","quote_2_text":"Power steering malfunction with red steering wheel sign Car doesnot turn either side Power steering low Visit your dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/es","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-12v-battery-drain-lockout","label":"12V auxiliary battery drain and door lockout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11495096","quote_1_text":"On two occasions the car has locked us out. The auxiliary battery fails which does not allow the electric door locks to operate. It’s necessary to follow a manual procedure to unlock the driver door so the hood can be opened and the auxiliary battery can be charged and the car…","quote_2_odi":"11554781","quote_2_text":"My wife entered the car and pressed the start button and the car would not start. The car locked my wife inside with no manual method for opening the door. Fortunately, I was home at the time and was able to execute a manual release of the door using a key found inside the remote","quote_3_odi":"11511252","quote_3_text":"After the collision, I parked the vehicle and turned the ignition switch off, before getting out of the vehicle, the doors automatically get locked and the vehicle does not allowed to open the door even with the key card inside.  I had to open the car with the manual handle from…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror excessive vibration","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11486471","quote_1_text":"The driver's side mirror shakes excessively and consistently. It is a serious safety concern because at night there is blurry lights reflecting and makes seeing cars difficult. It is also a safety concern because during the day you cannot see the distance cars or objects are…","quote_2_odi":"11495710","quote_2_text":"Driver side mirror vibrates excessively and prevent intended use as a mirror.  The wobbling and vibrating mirror causes nausea when using and does not allow a suitable view","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-infotainment-connectivity","label":"Infotainment screen and phone connectivity failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11581900","quote_1_text":"I allowed a software update to my vehicle about six weeks ago.  Now, about 10 minutes after starting the car, a screen comes up, completely covering all vehicle information.  The screen does not close except with repeated tapping of the X and the left bar.  Closing the screen…","quote_2_odi":"11527610","quote_2_text":"Problems with the infotainment system. 8 out of 10 times won’t connect to phone or CarPlay. Need to turn off screen & turn back on a couple times. Sometimes turn car off & on","quote_3_odi":"11458096","quote_3_text":"Bluetooth 50% of the time does not connect.   Phone will not connect to the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-panoramic-roof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699244","quote_1_text":"The sunroof exploded while I was driving on the highway, traveling at approximately 70 mph.  There was frost on the car & I had the defroster up high when initially getting into the car.  However, by the time I got on the highway, it was turned down to the 2nd level.  Prior to…","quote_2_odi":"11545044","quote_2_text":"Driving down the interstate we heard a big bang. It startled us. Had no idea what it was. Like someone was shooting at us.  We pulled over to the side of the interstate to see what was going on. We checked the tires and side glass then saw the rear section of the panoramic roof…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-recall-23v478-no-remedy","label":"NHTSA recall 23V478 remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11577482","quote_1_text":"Safety recall was issue in July 2023. NHTSA Recall Number 23V478, Manufacturer Recall Number 23LB01.  As of today March 2024, there still no remedy for the recall.  I'm not able to use the car because of this safety recall.  Over 8 months with no remedy or timeline when it will…","quote_2_odi":"11586878","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lexus NX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V478000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that the manufacturer…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with foot on brake","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11643545","quote_1_text":"I was Braking while pulling into my Carport almost at the Rear curb, when Suddenly and without Any Warning, my 2022 NX 450h Accelerated Rapidly and sent Me up a short Hill and Crashed into a Large Tree While I still had my foot on the Brake","quote_2_odi":"11527971","quote_2_text":"A 3 cars collision involves this vehicle accelerating while my mom was holding on to the brake pedal.    She was pulling into our home driveway, when suddenly it accelerate and hit my sister Prius and my dad's Rav4","quote_3_odi":"11727578","quote_3_text":"My car moved forward from the parking spot and hit a building while I was trying to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2022-wheel-separation","label":"Wheel and tire separation while driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11547533","quote_1_text":"On Aug 7, 2023, with 6300 miles, my tire and wheel flew off while I was exiting a 5 lane highway.  The tire continued rolling and went through the windshield of another vehicle. I was able to get the car off to the side of the exit ramp  while riding on the rotor","quote_2_odi":"11543722","quote_2_text":"My front driver tire flew off as I was exiting the expressway 8-7-22. The tire and wheel continued on to go through another vehicle’s windshield,  Crash # 23080049 was filed by NV Highway Patrol Trooper E Thallon # 347.The car had 6300 miles at the time of the accident.  It had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-12v-battery-drain-failure","label":"12V battery drain and failure in plug-in hybrid","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07-26 → 2025-04-25","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610320","quote_1_text":"Less than 10 months old (March and April 2024 at ~5,000 miles), the 12V battery completely drained 3 times in 5 days (despite driving it regularly during that period) so the car would not start when needed.  I had it jumped 3 times by AAA and the third time drove it to dealer.…","quote_2_odi":"11656901","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Lexus NX 450h+ experienced a complete 12V battery failure after normal short-distance driving, leaving me stranded without warning. This is a known defect in Lexus plug-in hybrids that the manufacturer has not properly disclosed to buyers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-door-latch-electrical-failure","label":"Door latch inoperability tied to electrical system","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09-26 → 2024-11-18","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11626059","quote_1_text":"When the police arrived, [XXX] found herself unable to open either the driver or passenger doors; all doors were unresponsive. The officer (Hetrick #426) from the Macedonia, Ohio Police Department was also unable to assist her from the outside because the doors were not…","quote_2_odi":"11616534","quote_2_text":"At 6:30 am I tried to enter the car and the car was locked.   Fortunately I left the hatch open and I was able to crawl through the back of the car and open the car doors.  I then tried starting the car and the car would not function, no click, no lights, all electric systems…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-driver-door-inadvertent-opening","label":"Driver door inadvertent unlocking and opening while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09-26 → 2026-01-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709795","quote_1_text":"While driving, which occurred 20 minutes after i started the car, the driver’s door gets unlocked automatically and i started hearing car warning with ⚠️ appearing on my dashboard. I also heard wind noise from the highway","quote_2_odi":"11546588","quote_2_text":"All of sudden I started hearing noise from outside as if my windows were open. Then yellow triangle showed up on my head up display and on dash screen, it asked me to shift to parking mode. Minutes later dash screen shows my driving-side door was opened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout including backup camera loss","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-30 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755420","quote_1_text":"The backup camera and infotainment screen is black, the backup camera and all controls on the infotainment screen was not usable because the screen was black. This is dangerous because no rear view camera","quote_2_odi":"11747472","quote_2_text":"I started my vehicle and thr complete infotainment screen was black, no display, no backup camera, nothing but a black screen. The volume button still worked and you could touch the screen and her things change but you could not see anything because the screen was black","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blank/black on startup or while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09-02 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757239","quote_1_text":"After sitting all night -- Started the car which started normally.  But the instrument gauge cluster remained totally black except for the warning symbols in test cycle.  The infotainment screen started properly.  But the gauge cluster remained black.  No speedometer, gas gauge…","quote_2_odi":"11756170","quote_2_text":"Driver gauge instrument screen does not illuminate upon starting vehicle and at times when driving. No MPH or other gauges display.  This defect has occurred several times and is intermittent","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof shattering without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02-09 → 2024-04-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11582425","quote_1_text":"Driving on the local road, no cars on the road, no underpass and the sunroof exploded. All windows was closed and sunroof was closed","quote_2_odi":"11570981","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded while I was driving on the highway out of no where","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"NX","model_slug":"nx","cluster_id":"nx-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03-04 → 2026-06-30","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727751","quote_1_text":"While slowly pulling into a parking space, I was actively applying the brake and creeping forward. While my foot was on the brake, the vehicle suddenly surged/accelerated forward instead of continuing to decelerate. The vehicle ran over a sign and jumped a curb before I could…","quote_2_odi":"11699601","quote_2_text":"As I came to the parking space to park the car with my foot on the brake pedal, the car accelerated all of a sudden after it had stopped before I could shift the gear lever to “Park”. The car went over the curb. I reversed and tried to park the car again in the same spot. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/nx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-airbag-recall-23v865000-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V865000 airbag repair parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-02-07 → 2025-12-19","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11704288","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag malfunction warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the SRS alert message was displayed. The passenger’s side seat belt warning light was illuminated for two minutes. The contact received notification…","quote_2_odi":"11665373","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the repair was unavailable.  The dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that parts were not yet available and would not be…","quote_3_odi":"11699934","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lexus RX450H. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, parts for the recall repair were not available. The contact stated that the parts had not been available since receiving the recall notification two…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-brake-failure-low-speed","label":"Brake pedal non-response and parking brake rollaway","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STRUCTURE:BODY, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07-28 → 2025-09-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11684842","quote_1_text":"I put my car in reverse to back up and pull around another car in order to go to the open pump in front.  When my car was in reverse motion,  I stepped on the brake pedal,  but the car did not stop.  I stepped on the brake pedal numerous times, but the brake did not function.…","quote_2_odi":"11476356","quote_2_text":"The shift select lever was placed in Park and the Driver visually confirmed it was in park. Driver sat in the car for 12 seconds before exiting the vehicle with the engine running and AC on. The driver exited and was standing outside of the vehicle with both feet on the ground…","quote_3_odi":"11633020","quote_3_text":"Brake actuator failed with exact symptom in [XXX] Repaired in dealer and the same symptom comes back within 2k miles.  It seems a design flaw that affected many lexus rx hybrid and toyota highlander hybrid cars, and likely due to air being trapped in the brake lines or brake…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-front-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Front wiper motor failure and hood paint damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08-23 → 2025-08-23","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11682598","quote_1_text":"Front wiper motor damaged two times in fourth years. First time on 2023 and was replaced by warranty at the Lexus Dealer and the second time was damaged on August 22, 2025. Now it is damaged but not covered by warranty at this time with 52,000 miles on the car. The wiper motor…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-hvac-water-intrusion-mold","label":"HVAC condensate drain water intrusion and mold","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08-03 → 2025-07-22","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675285","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Lexus RX 350 (mileage approx. [19,000],  has developed a severe mold contamination issue caused by HVAC condensate drain failure. This issue is a known design defect covered by Lexus Technical Service Bulletin L-SB-0020-21, which identifies blockage or poor drainage in…","quote_2_odi":"11427620","quote_2_text":"The drain system failed to properly route water out of the car after heavy rain and an automatic car wash in two separate incidents. The water would leak through the sunroof along the edges and leak down into the passenger side compartment and land on the floor mats","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-liftgate-malfunction-window-shatter","label":"Power liftgate malfunction and rear window shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS, STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:LOCK","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12-27 → 2024-12-27","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11632580","quote_1_text":"On the Saturday (12/21) before Christmas, my hatch door wouldn’t open with the key fob, push button in the vehicle or push button on the door. And the foot under the bumper opener has never worked for me. Anyways, because I couldn’t get my door to open, I ended up loading my…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-seatbelt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor and restraint failure in collision","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08-11 → 2024-12-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11487212","quote_1_text":"Front seat belts of the vehicle failed to engage resulting in the driver being bounced up in the seat and then down resulting in a serious compression fracture of the vertebrae of the spine","quote_2_odi":"11628849","quote_2_text":"The rear passenger seatbelt on the right side of a 2021 Lexus RX 450h malfunctioned during a collision. It is still in the vehicle, which is available for inspection upon request.  How Safety Was Put at Risk: The seatbelt failed to restrain my son, who was seated in a booster…","quote_3_odi":"11592055","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to remove the [XXX] child from the rear passenger seat the rear passenger seat belt had become entangled around the child's torso and was extremely difficult to remove causing severe distress to the child and the child experienced…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2021-tire-belt-delamination","label":"Bridgestone Ecopia tire belt separation at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-01-12 → 2025-12-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703747","quote_1_text":"The tire (Bridgestone Ecopia 422 Plus 235/55R 20 102V M+S) failed within seconds while driving on the highway at 70 MPH. Luckily I did not lose control and was able to steer the car from the middle lane to the birm thanks to the semi driver on my right who allowed us to get off…","quote_2_odi":"11447138","quote_2_text":"The Bridgestone tires however are absolutely useless in even the slightest dusting of snow. They are prone to locking the Anti-Lock Brakes at single digit speeds and are resistant to making even slight turns or steering corrections","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-adas-warning-light-malfunction","label":"ADAS warning lights and safety system false activations","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09-07 → 2025-09-26","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11543228","quote_1_text":"Car turned on and no driving yet. All vehicle alert signs popped up. This is brand new car.  Warning signs including: Anti-lock brak system advanced ultrasonic detection parking braking system  pre-collision system blind spot monitor  These signs are constantly popping up…","quote_2_odi":"11689819","quote_2_text":"The transmission shifts up and down so hard, I've almost gotten rear ended due to the car and not braking.  This I was told by two separate Lexus dealers I'm feeling a hard \"transmission gap\"-whatever that means.  To add fuel to this…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-brake-actuator-failure","label":"Brake actuator failure and degraded stopping performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11-30 → 2025-02-25","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11644807","quote_1_text":"while driving 35 MPH on a rainy day, the brake pedal was depressed; however, there was an abnormal squishing sound coming from the brake pedal, and the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated the vehicle went through the stop light and up onto a curb","quote_2_odi":"11628066","quote_2_text":"The malfunctioning brake actuator is a critical component of the vehicle's braking system. Its failure can lead to inadequate braking performance, significantly increasing the risk of an accident. This issue not only jeopardizes my safety but also endangers other road users. It…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-fuel-odor-pump","label":"Fuel odor and high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11-14 → 2025-11-18","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11700076","quote_1_text":"after refueling, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle. The odor was more pronounced while the vehicle was parked in the garage, and the garage was filled with a gasoline odor. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the…","quote_2_odi":"11625376","quote_2_text":"There is an overwhelming super smell. Dealer says it’s from gas. I dont know but it’s making me sick.,I’m afraid it is so bad it will affect my driving safety. I think it’s from the AC/heating system","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-instrument-panel-blanking","label":"Instrument panel blanking while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01-29 → 2026-01-29","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11714267","quote_1_text":"While driving down the highway the instrument panel went blank.  I was terrified. I continued to drive not knowing what speed I was driving. The  instrument panel went panel came back minutes later. Another incident occurred when  the car was parked in my driveway","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-rear-windshield-shatter","label":"Rear windshield spontaneous shattering","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08-11 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756335","quote_1_text":"my rear windshield shattered - I was not driving - I was not using the rear defrost - I simply put car in reverse and when I looked back my glass was shattered. 08/09/2026","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09-30 → 2024-10-21","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11604845","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a highway when the sunroof of my vehicle exploded. There were no cars in close proximity, so no rocks or anything were kicked up and could’ve hit the vehicle. It caused glass to fly in my face as I was driving and cut me as well as my autistic son","quote_2_odi":"11617264","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the highway approx 60 mph on a clear day with very little traffic.  All of a sudden I hear a loud explosion and then rattling in the roof.  When I pulled off the road I saw that the sunroof was mostly gone","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2022-transmission-hesitation-shift","label":"Transmission hesitation, jerking, and harsh shifting","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09-26 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699530","quote_1_text":"When pulling out into traffic the vehicle stutters or hesitates; this could cause a serious accident with injuries or death.    I think it is a problem with the transmission shift programming.   In an attempt to be fuel efficient, Lexus created a serious safety problem","quote_2_odi":"11711476","quote_2_text":"The vehicle hesitates with apparent gear dragging and audible whining or grinding noises. The condition worsens when driving uphill and includes occasional sudden increases to high RPMs during normal acceleration. A slight burning odor is sometimes present after driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-12v-battery-drain-failure","label":"12V battery drain and no-start with door lock entrapment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707085","quote_1_text":"On at least 7 occasions the driver was TRAPPED inside the vehicle.  The car failed to start and the doors and windows locked.  If the driver had not had a cell phone to make an emergency call he would have been locked inside until someone discovered the problem.","quote_2_odi":"11698992","quote_2_text":"I entered then attempted to start my Lexus on November 11, 2025.  The car would not start - the dashboard lights fleshed briefly, then the car was completely dead.  There was not a light on anywhere.  The doors would not open and the windows would not roll down.  I was trapped.","quote_3_odi":"11710076","quote_3_text":"If we don't drive the car for 4 or 5 days, especially in cold weather, the car will sometimes not start due to a drained 12V battery. We've spoken to Lexus of Rockville, MD and Lexus roadside assistance, who are aware of the issue but say the 12V battery is \"healthy.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-adas-system-malfunction","label":"ADAS malfunction disabling lane departure and collision warning","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534865","quote_1_text":"Within 2-3 weeks, the vehicle started issuing alerts that parts of the ADAS were malfunctioning, and therefore the vehicle was disabling the entire ADAS. This warning would come on while driving, and even after clearing the warning, it would pop back up within seconds.","quote_2_odi":"11604149","quote_2_text":"When driving Lexus 2023 RXH with all safety except lane assist features, it suddenly veers to the right under specific conditions below - Have enabled ProActive Driving Assist - The car is travelling on a straight road, and has line markings (yellow left side, white right side)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-engine-rpm-surge-off-throttle","label":"Engine RPM surge when accelerator is released","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616276","quote_1_text":"When driving, the car engine will randomly accelerate or race.  The car does not physically go faster, but the engine revs at a high speed which is very scary.  It will continue to accelerate while your foot is off the gas until you either press back down the gas pedal or come to a full stop.","quote_2_odi":"11748178","quote_2_text":"when driving on the highway and i let up the gas the engine surges. this is an ongoing issue. makes me apply the brakes or take action scary. it happens all the time.  took it to lexus and they say this is normal. to me it is a safety driving issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-powertrain-loss-of-power-shudder","label":"Powertrain loss of motive power, shudder, and shifting abnormality","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754128","quote_1_text":"On July 21st, 2026 while stopped at a red light and upon turning green stepped on the accelerator to transition from stop to start, the vehicle suffered a sudden, catastrophic loss of motive power. The engine failed to respond to accelerator input, leaving the vehicle stranded in active…","quote_2_odi":"11754621","quote_2_text":"had transmission replaced 2 times and update to transmission. this is a brand new car purchased in 2023. first transmission replaced at 20,963 miles, 2nd replaced at 33,543 miles, 35,221 miles transmission update. It was cumulative 33 out of service.","quote_3_odi":"11621814","quote_3_text":"2023 RX 500H Performance hesitates or stalls when gas is applied to accelerate. When vehicle final start moving after 2-4 seconds, engine revs really high. This is believed to be an issue in the power train and specifically Transaxle issues and ECU programming issues.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-rain-sensing-wiper-inoperative","label":"Rain-sensing wiper system inoperative","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757460","quote_1_text":"The rain-sensing wiper system in my 2023 Lexus RX has been inoperative since I purchased the vehicle in May 2023 (current mileage: approximately 55,000 miles). The automatic wipers consistently fail to activate in response to rain, requiring manual operation while driving…","quote_2_odi":"11580281","quote_2_text":"The rain sensing wiper do not work properly. The wiper swipe once then stop.  I have to turn them off and on again to get them to restarted.  Also once they do start, they randomly stop for no reason.  I have had it to the dealer twice. I was told the dealer contacted Lexus who confirmed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof and panoramic glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610669","quote_1_text":"The sunroof of my 2023 Lexus SUV had a defect and shattered/exploded outwards due to a defect in the tempered glass while driving on the highway. The glass shards fell from the sunroof and cut my face while driving. I had to have a nurse remove the glass shards from my face.","quote_2_odi":"11693983","quote_2_text":"While we were driving, our sunroof just exploded!  There was no-one around us.  There was a loud bang, glass was flying and the wind was so loud we couldn't hear each other.  If my wife would have been driving, we probably would have wrecked because she screamed and through her arms…","quote_3_odi":"11719553","quote_3_text":"On February 1, 2026, the sunroof glass of my vehicle shattered inward into the cabin without any collision or known external force. The vehicle was parked on the street next to a residential garage entrance, with no trees or overhead objects nearby.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2023-unintended-acceleration-surge","label":"Vehicle surge or unintended forward movement at stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723281","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light, it suddenly accelerated without warning. While driving in a parking lot, the vehicle again surged forward approximately 20 feet. The contact was able to swerve to avoid striking a pedestrian. The vehicle became…","quote_2_odi":"11633174","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle surged forward. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The contact stated that the failure persisted.","quote_3_odi":"11638963","quote_3_text":"Unintended acceleration. After complete stop at signal light behind another car electric motor was keep pushing car forward with feet on break and no feet on accelerator. Car was at complete stop and then after complete stop car started moving so press breaks more harder…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-12v-battery-failure-entrapment","label":"12V battery failure and door latch entrapment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722677","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], the vehicle suffered a total power loss that rendered the electronic door latches unresponsive to all inputs. Because the occupants were a [XXX]  and a [XXX]  strapped into car seats, they were physically unable to reach the interior manual overrides. Critically, the…","quote_2_odi":"11715077","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Lexus RX 350h experienced a catastrophic 12V battery collapse (2.00V), disabling the electronic 'e-Latch' door system and rendering interior handles non-functional for standard use. While a manual override exists, it is not intuitive for emergency egress","quote_3_odi":"11730467","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, several unknown warning lights illuminated. Additionally, the door latches locked independently, and the contact and wife were locked inside the vehicle for several hours","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11717700","quote_1_text":"On Feb. 10th 2026 I was driving north I405 (Los Angeles). The car suddenly applied emergency breaks in the middle of the freeway, while there was no car in front of me, at least for 100m. I was lucky that the car behind me didn't hit me","quote_2_odi":"11708478","quote_2_text":"I went to reverse the car. Suddenly, the car's automatic emergency breaking system engaged. This occurred on 2 separate occasions. The first time, was in a parking lot during a sunny day. There was definitely nothing behind me, not even a person, but the camera saw a leaf or…","quote_3_odi":"11577729","quote_3_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking 6 times on a new car has violently and suddenly engaged at low speeds. Twice in the middle of the street with no obstacles near by","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-engine-rev-noise-low-speed","label":"Engine revving and noise during low-speed operation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711012","quote_1_text":"When accelerating at slow speed, the engine or turbo turns off which causes the nose of the car to take a hard nose dive and then turns back on within 1 second but results in a big loud sound coming from engine/transmission","quote_2_odi":"11684648","quote_2_text":"When driving and you let off the gas pedal the engine starts revving very loudly, it scares the heck out of you because you don't know if you can stop! I have a serious mechanical background, there is always the possibility of the transmission not disengaging and forcing the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-lane-assist-unintended-steering","label":"Lane departure assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731039","quote_1_text":"When in cruise, the car will merge itself into the next lane if you hold the turn signal partially. If you keep holding it or fully engage the turn signal (maybe you forgot to turn off you signal, or held it too long), the car will merge through the solid white line off the road…","quote_2_odi":"11634427","quote_2_text":"The car comes with proactive driver assist. The system when activated will cause the car to unexpectedly turn the wheel and lunge usually left if the system suspects you are going off of track. It works even on unmarked 2 lane country roads. Very disconcerting and dangerous","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-powertrain-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Powertrain loss of acceleration or sudden shutdown","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754510","quote_1_text":"While on a long road trip on a hot day, on the interstate, the car suddenly lost speed and would not accelerate. It was like the car had shifted into neutral. I was coasting on the interstate, steadily slowing, and was forced to pull over to the shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11714118","quote_2_text":"When coming from a stop, the car will not respond to the gas pedal being engaged OR it will begin to engage and then no response leaving the car rolling for a few seconds until a response is recieved and the car engages again. This has caused us to be put in harms way MANY times","quote_3_odi":"11636883","quote_3_text":"the transmission would not catch around the second or third gear. The RPMs would shoot up. The dash / warning lights lit up. I pulled over to the side of the road and I called Lexus dealership, service center, and road side assistance. However, due to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752913","quote_1_text":"The sunroof exploded spontaneously  while driving on major road at 65 MPH, nothing hit it and no other vehicle around.  No abnormal weather conditions.   No warning just a burst into air.  Remaining glass fell into vehicle when I opened shade","quote_2_odi":"11683009","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway the sun roof \"exploded\" shattering glass out onto the highway.  The noise was loud and frightening.  Upon pulling over I observed most of the sunroof was gone with fragments of glass remaining along the edges of the roof","quote_3_odi":"11643261","quote_3_text":"While driving on the freeway with my [XXX]  child, I suddenly heard a loud explosion-like sound coming from the roof. To my shock, I discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered into pieces. Fortunately, the sunroof cover was closed, preventing glass from entering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking or low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686483","quote_1_text":"Was pulling into parking spot when car went haywire and started accelerating on its own. It would not stop until it has hit 5 cars and crashed into a cement wall.  The brakes did NOT stop the acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11653060","quote_2_text":"When I was parking my car 20 feet behind a car by the street , the car suddenly accelerated. I stepped hard on the brake and fortunately stopped the car about 3 feet from the car in the front. No crash happened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-12v-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain and complete power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-03-16 → 2026-02-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696602","quote_1_text":"On the evening of October 29, 2025, my 2025 Lexus RX 450h+ suffered two complete electrical failures within a few hours. The vehicle lost all power and became totally unresponsive — no lights, sounds, or electrical function. During the first failure, both of my young children","quote_2_odi":"11717884","quote_2_text":"Battery on car under 6 months old and fewer than 3,000 miles was DEAD after not being used for one week.  Weather was not an issue, as car was parked INSIDE of residential garage","quote_3_odi":"11671340","quote_3_text":"Brand new vehicle 12Volt battery failed after 3 months of operation. Please note same exact scenario occurred with a 2024 RX450 in December, 2024… Lexus repurchased that vehicle via the Lemon Law","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-aebs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking phantom activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10-17 → 2025-10-17","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694165","quote_1_text":"I was driving the vehicle up a road I drive every day, when suddenly the instrument cluster showed a picture of a red pedestrian icon, and slammed on the breaks. It threw me forward, but quickly proceeded on like normal. It detected a pedestrian that was not in front of the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Door latch and lock mechanism failure during electrical loss","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-16 → 2025-10-30","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648570","quote_1_text":"Locked inside the car and the manual door release would not work after the above. 3) Finally got out after using key fob and multiple attempts to use the door handle, closed the door, and the car locked and could not open it with either the key fob, Lexus application, nor with…","quote_2_odi":"11696602","quote_2_text":"The vehicle lost all power and became totally unresponsive — no lights, sounds, or electrical function. During the first failure, both of my young children (ages [XXX]  and [XXX]  were trapped inside because the doors would not unlock or open manually from the inside or outside","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-panoramic-sunroof-fracture","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03-28 → 2026-04-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727687","quote_1_text":"The sunroof portion of the panoramic sunroof exploded, sounded like shotgun blast.  Then we heard some wind noise but realized none of the windows were open/affected.  I started to open the inside electronic sunscreen but  noticed glass shards so I immediately closed it back up","quote_2_odi":"11729679","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was parked; however, upon inspecting the exterior of the vehicle, the contact became aware that the panoramic sunroof had unexpectedly fractured","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-rear-seatbelt-warning-absent","label":"Rear seat belt unfastened warning light absence","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05-09 → 2026-05-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736812","quote_1_text":"The car does not alert when a seat belt is not worn in the back seats. This feature is mentioned in the owner's manual, but the car fails to alert when a rear passenger does not buckle their seat belt.  I have raised the complaint twice and proved to lexus service center,  that…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-rearview-camera-freeze","label":"Rearview camera image freeze during reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03-15 → 2026-03-15","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724502","quote_1_text":"On November 11, 2025, while reversing inside a garage, the rearview camera image— which had initially displayed correctly on the vehicle’s screen—suddenly froze while the vehicle remained in reverse mode. At the same time, the Pre-Collision System (PCS) failed to engage the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"RX","model_slug":"rx","cluster_id":"rx-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05-19 → 2026-07-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738344","quote_1_text":"Around 11 am on Sat., May 2, 2026, I was sitting in a very long line in Starbuck's drive thru when my 2025 Lexus RX hybrid suddenly and uncontrollably accelerated--like an uncontrollable bucking horse. Brakes didn't work. I couldn't stop my out of control car","quote_2_odi":"11731649","quote_2_text":"On April 1, 2026, while pulling into a parking space at our church, I was applying the brake when the vehicle suddenly and forcefully surged forward without warning. The unintended acceleration was intense and unexpected, occurring despite continuous braking input","quote_3_odi":"11690554","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving into a parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and drove forward at a high rate of speed before crashing into the brick wall of an office building. During the crash, no air bags deployed, and the brake pedal…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/rx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-ac-condenser-debris-damage","label":"AC condenser damage from road debris","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09-26 → 2026-02-26","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720650","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's lower front fascia exhibits a design flaw, creating an unsafe gap that permits road debris to impact the condenser, leading to air conditioning system damage. This compromise in the A/C system's functionality results in an inability to adequately cool the vehicle's…","quote_2_odi":"11689942","quote_2_text":"The AC stopped working and now they are charging me to replace the condenser which is located right in the front behind the grill. They said it was damaged from a rock that hit it.  There are thousands of these vehicles that have this poor design where all these condensers are…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-06 → 2025-11-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697253","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 41 MPH, a vehicle ran a stop sign while distracted and hit the contact's vehicle. The contact was able to swerve and avoid a head-on collision. The contact's vehicle was struck on the right driver's side toward the rear bumper","quote_2_odi":"11629239","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 15-20 MPH from a complete stop and making a left turn, another vehicle who was driving at an undisclosed speed, crashed into the front passenger's side end of the vehicle, causing the front end of the vehicle to separate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-airbag-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Curtain airbag recall remedy unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-06-21 → 2024-10-27","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11619343","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Lexus TX350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V461000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11611941","quote_2_text":"Lexus has failed to provide a timely repair for this simple recall issue, and has not provided any remedy or free loaner car.  Their dealers rep has said to just \"drive with the windows up, and you will be fine\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-door-lock-electrical-failure","label":"Electronic door lock power loss trapping occupants","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-08-16 → 2024-08-16","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11608871","quote_1_text":"Pulled the vehicle into the driveway after a drive and put the vehicle in park and turned the car off. With key still in the vehicle, exited vehicle, closed driver door and went to open drivers-side rear passenger door where 2 year old baby was in car seat. Before being able to…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-hybrid-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Hybrid powertrain hesitation from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11-26 → 2026-04-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11627417","quote_1_text":"My Lexus TX 500h has an intermittent problem. It seems to have trouble shifting between 1st gear and second gear. Sometimes when I try to drive from a stop, the car will go a tiny bit and then feels like it switches into neutral instead of the next gear, leaving me stopped in…","quote_2_odi":"11730468","quote_2_text":"Starting in drive with the brakes depressed, when trying to accelerate with the gas pedal, the vehicle will not activate the engine from electric mode(EV). The car will not accelerate even with the gas pedal fully depressed. It has happened four times so far","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-seat-structural-detachment","label":"Seat plastic casing and third-row seat structural detachment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-20 → 2025-11-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697938","quote_1_text":"The plastic casing holding the driver seat cushion broke/detached itself after a couple of months of driving and even if put back in place it'll continue sliding and moving. It can interfere with my left foot while driving making it a hazard. Lexus reviewed the issue and said it…","quote_2_odi":"11631741","quote_2_text":"I recently bought this vehicle and the drivers seat height does not raise approropriately. I have brought it to the dealership for them to take a look and they say that’s how it’s designed however the passenger seat height goes much higher. I called Lexus corporate who mentioned…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"tx-2024-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05-12 → 2025-09-22","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689028","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway, heard a very loud pop, followed by a crackling noise above us.   Investigated and found the sunroof had spontaneously shattered.  On the drive home, the sunroof glass collapsed into the car.  The initial incident was very disruptive, and we were lucky…","quote_2_odi":"11660305","quote_2_text":"I was driving on a highway around 65mph, about 1:30PM on May 11, 2025. The temperature outside was about 70 degree F. I heard a very loud noise like a big firecracker exploding. Then I heard the sound of air coming from the sun roof","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-ac-condenser-debris","label":"AC condenser failure attributed to front grille debris exposure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669467","quote_1_text":"At just 580 miles, my brand-new Lexus TX350 Luxury's AC failed on first use. I heard hissing and saw oil residue under the hood. The Clearwater, FL dealership diagnosed it as a punctured AC condenser due to “road debris” and quoted $2,000 to repair","quote_2_odi":"11745699","quote_2_text":"On our 2025 Lexus TX350, less than 1 year old, and under normal driving conditions, our AC stopped working suddenly. Upon inspection at the dealership, they determined a rock or road debris came through the front grill and impacted the condenser, which caused a major refrigerant…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-display-blank","label":"Main display screen going blank or failing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693398","quote_1_text":"On 9/24/2025, while stopping in front of house to back into driveway, main 14 inch display screen went blank. The forward camera was not displayed.  Upon putting vehicle in Reverse gear, display screen remained blank and no reverse camera was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11689419","quote_2_text":"Dash is completely blank, no display at all","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-door-lock-entrapment","label":"Unintended door lock engagement with occupant entrapment","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724537","quote_1_text":"While my 2025 Lexus TX was parked in my residential garage, the vehicle suddenly locked itself with my [XXX]  and [XXX]  children and my phone inside. The doors had been unlocked prior to placing them in the vehicle. Without warning, the vehicle locked all doors and windows","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-fuel-door-failure","label":"Electronic fuel filler door intermittent failure to open","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644340","quote_1_text":"Fuel door does not open when using release button.  Must push button multiple times before fuel door opens.  Vehicle has less than 1400 miles","quote_2_odi":"11731115","quote_2_text":"the contact stated that fuel tank door had failed to open intermittently while pressing the release button on the steering wheel, forcing the contact to release the fuel tank door by engaging the emergency release manual button inside the trunk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-hood-flutter","label":"Hood flutter at highway speeds","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706526","quote_1_text":"TX hood flutter at highway speeds, dealer acknowledged the issue but not able to resolve the issue, as he was able to see hood issue with other TX models","quote_2_odi":"11717404","quote_2_text":"Lexus TX hood flutters at highway speeds, Dealers acknowledging the issue and confirming no repairs available. Created a case with Lexus corperate office, so far no resolution after submitting vehicle report from dealer visits","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684095","quote_1_text":"Sunroof shattered with huge noise without notice any object hitting it","quote_2_odi":"11732937","quote_2_text":"Exploding Sunroof...sunroof exploded randomly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration and unintended acceleration events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721486","quote_1_text":"While stopped in traffic with my foot firmly on the brake pedal, my vehicle began accelerating forward unexpectedly. The vehicle seemed \"possessed\". It was as if the gas pedal was fully on the ground while my foot was still on the brake, so the car was lurching and seemed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11752837","quote_2_text":"The electronic throttle control, vehicle speed control, and powertrain/transmission control system failed. When I press the pedal to accelerate there was no power. However I did not lose power to the vehicle as I can see the vehicle was in Drive mode but was not moving forward","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lexus","make_slug":"lexus","model":"TX","model_slug":"tx","cluster_id":"lexus-tx-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and migration from minor debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757563","quote_1_text":"We have had 2 windshields crack on the Lexus TX350, with very low impact to the windshield by very small road debris. Both windshields require(d) replacement due to long migrating cracks. There are several issues with the windshields on the TX350 per online searches","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lexus/tx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lexus"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-advancetrac-warning-cascade","label":"AdvanceTrac and AWD warning-light cascade","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11591999","quote_1_text":"Driving down the road and all of a sudden multiple warnings come on the dash. They include : Service AvanceTrac, pre collision assist not available, 4WD fault service required, and Hill start assist not available","quote_2_odi":"11729043","quote_2_text":"while moving in reverse, the vehicle automatic breaking system engages on and off giving a jerking movement of the car and makes you feel like you hit something","quote_3_odi":"11523476","quote_3_text":"My warning light stating a AWD malfunction has occurred has gone off 4 times, along with warnings for malfunctions in precollision assist and hill climb assist and the light has come on 4 times for each of these","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue-screen failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11546069","quote_1_text":"Rear camera blue screen. Screen intermittently blacks out","quote_2_odi":"11433307","quote_2_text":"The rear back-up camera regularly fails during vehicle operation, sometimes as soon as the vehicle is turned on. Turning the vehicle off and then on again will fix it temporarily","quote_3_odi":"11552137","quote_3_text":"Lincoln had a recall on the rear view camera in 2021 which I completed that did not remedy the issue of blue screen in place of the camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-door-release-switch-failure","label":"Interior door release switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11587577","quote_1_text":"The exit switches on both rear doors on my wife's 2020 Lincoln Aviator all of the sudden stopped working today","quote_2_odi":"11542574","quote_2_text":"The passenger door switch for the door release is inoperable which prevents the door from being opened from the inside","quote_3_odi":"11412785","quote_3_text":"DOOR RELEASE BUTTON TO UNLOCK DOOR FAILURE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN A ONE YEAR PERIOD THAT A UNLOCK BUTTON SWITCH HAS FAILED TWO DIFFERENT DOORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass failure and water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11524546","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded without warning while traveling at 70 MPH on interstate 55 in Southaven Mississippi","quote_2_odi":"11519557","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded outward. We were on expressway @70 MPH and did not notice any road debris nor under any bridges at time","quote_3_odi":"11617331","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a humming sound coming from the sunroof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-park-rollaway","label":"Transmission fails to hold Park, vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11752488","quote_1_text":"My wife went to a friends house to drop something off, pulled in the driveway, pushed the Park button, got out of the vehicle, as she was walking away the car drove through their garage door","quote_2_odi":"11717852","quote_2_text":"On January 29, 2026, at approximately 4:00 PM, the vehicle experienced unintended movement while in PARK and powered off. The vehicle had been placed in Park, the engine was turned off, and the driver exited","quote_3_odi":"11756255","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into park(P), and the gear shifter could not be shifted out of park(P)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2020-transmission-slip-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and hard-shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11538750","quote_1_text":"Without notice the transmission would downshift and lunge forward. So hard that it felt like we were hit from behind","quote_2_odi":"11538273","quote_2_text":"While traveling on the freeway the transmission slipped out of gear","quote_3_odi":"11757029","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while shifted to reverse(R), and occasionally while in drive(D), the vehicle jerked violently and did not stop jerking until the brake pedal was depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11567279","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the back-over camera displayed distorted images or failed to display an image","quote_2_odi":"11550183","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while reversing, the rear camera flickered and failed to display an image on the screen","quote_3_odi":"11524254","quote_3_text":"It has been almost a half year and still no solution for backup camera that shows blue screen. It is happening more and more. It is a big vehicle (and expensive one) . When backing up, one is at a great disadvantage with just a blue screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-brake-propulsion-loss","label":"Uncommanded braking or loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11722796","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is intermittently braking on its own while driving. The issue has become significantly worse over the course of a month. The dashboard message reads, “brake applied, power reduced”","quote_2_odi":"11751230","quote_2_text":"I have been having issues with my breaks sticking when applied. To the point that it’s completely stopping my car and i need to use my foot to release the brake from behind","quote_3_odi":"11750650","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 70-75 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence, where it failed to restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system failure causing no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11506734","quote_1_text":"Three times, battery was dead -- twice within 24 hours of bringing the car home from the dealer. We only drive the car home from the dealer, then the next day the battery is dead again","quote_2_odi":"11683805","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Lincoln Aviator grand touring PHEV has on 3 separate occasions randomly gone into “brick” mode where power is to some components like the Sync screen, and some lights, but main dash won’t boot, the lock/unlock doesn’t work but lock icon flashes on door panel","quote_3_odi":"11741858","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle did not start, the vehicle was , the hood was raised, the contact went back to the vehicle to try to start, the vehicle would not turn over with clicking in the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"lincoln-aviator-2021-engine-seizure","label":"Engine seizure during operation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11455395","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has 5400 miles and has catastrophic engine failure while driving. Vehicle towed to dealership and diagnosed engine seized needs complete engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11457309","quote_2_text":"Driving home on a very narrow, winding road when my car unexpectedly started to vibrate/shake. There were no alerts and no warning lights that came on. Fortunately, I was coming up on one of the very few turnouts available","quote_3_odi":"11554373","quote_3_text":"The engine of my 2021 Lincoln Aviator with only 79,403 miles has failed, leaving myself and my family stranded on the side of a very busy interstate in another state far from home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477249","quote_1_text":"On 6/9/22 I ran off the road and down a ravine.  I hit a large tree head on and hit some smaller trees on the right side of the vehicle.  After the head on collision with the large tree, it broke the frame in two places.  The car had severe damage on the…","quote_2_odi":"11485965","quote_2_text":"Brakes failed, car crashed, imminent crash warning system did not come on and air bags did not deploy in direct frontal crash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure and rear collision avoidance","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11482686","quote_1_text":"I had several instances and two minor collisions now where the back up camera glitches as well as the warning alert. I’ve come close to hitting object only to stop just in time, however in these two collisions I was I situations where I needed to maneuver faster and needed…","quote_2_odi":"11603414","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after switching to the reverse position, the backup camera image failed to display, and while driving approximately five MPH in reverse the vehicle crashed into the front end of a second vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11730549","quote_3_text":"Rear camera cannot differentiate between steady rain & an object which then causes car to engage the collision avoidance system which then prevents ability to drive in reverse gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-body-trim-detachment","label":"Body trim, pillar applique, and hood detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528933","quote_1_text":"While driving down GA 140 near Waleska, GA, I hit a bump in the highway and the hood popped open. It stopped at first catch and I was able to stop before hood came all the way up","quote_2_odi":"11730557","quote_2_text":"Have had wind noise issue on front passenger side since I bought car. Dealer looked at numerous times in 3 yrs & always stated ‘unable to recreate condition’ (likely due to not testing on Hwy at 65mph which is when this noise can…","quote_3_odi":"11705135","quote_3_text":"Rear door trim came loose and fell off while driving.  Had the service department at the local dealership look at the missing trim on the rear of the car and they noticed multiple of the plastic clips holding the trim on the rear were broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-propulsion-stall","label":"Hybrid propulsion system stall and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11450033","quote_1_text":"my wife was driving home from work and the car shut off on the interstate. When I say shut off, I mean it died at 65mph. She tried to press the accelerator and the car just continued to de-accelerate. The check engine light popped up and said \"Stop Safely Now\"","quote_2_odi":"11459775","quote_2_text":"On 5 separate occasions my car has given me a warning saying \"Stop Safely Now.\" When I begin to slow down, the car looses all power and I have to coast to a stop somewhere","quote_3_odi":"11706296","quote_3_text":"On July 25, 2025 my 2022 Lincoln Aviator Hybrid Grand Touring Edition stalled while driving on Interstate 25 in Colorado Springs. I lost partial control of the vehicle but was able to guide it onto the shoulder and allow it to coast to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Recall remedy parts unavailability and repair delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738033","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 26V123000 (Back Over Prevention) and 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts for the repairs were unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the remedy","quote_2_odi":"11690950","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle stalled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-second-row-seat-movement","label":"Second-row seat unintended folding and forward movement","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649958","quote_1_text":"2nd row seat automatically folds down, moves up & slams into back of drivers seat, even WHILE driving. Happened sev times, twice at night while on Hwy doing 70mph. Had to pull off Hwy, push seat back & relatch","quote_2_odi":"11754896","quote_2_text":"while driving at various speeds, the second-row rear seats folded independently while the contact’s daughter was seated in the second-row seats. The failure caused bruises on the child's face and arms on several occasions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2022-wiper-autosense-failure","label":"Autosense wiper sensor malfunction and visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681607","quote_1_text":"The AUTOSENSE wiper function has been erratic & not working properly since my Aviator was a yr old (2022). None of the Autosense wiper stalk  positions worked correctly to clear the windshield enough for safe visability","quote_2_odi":"11730564","quote_2_text":"Autosense wiping does not clear wIndshield enough for visibility & therefore can’t be relied upon for safe driving. The only way to get MANUAL INTERMITTENT wiper operation is to go to SYNC settings & turn off auto wiper while driving in rain on Hwy at 65+ mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall during acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11696698","quote_1_text":"This vehicle continues to randomly stall upon acceleration from a dead stop. There have been numerous times this has created a near- miss accident. It has been in for service on several occasions since owning it with no resolve. This issue has been ongoing since owning it…","quote_2_odi":"11741279","quote_2_text":"2023 Lincoln Aviator was accelerating out of Toll booth to 70mph. Upon acceleration the engine hiccupped but continued to operate. Approximately 2 miles later the low oil pressure indicator and low battery indicator popped up, no prior indications existed. Vehicle stalled…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-rear-camera-display","label":"Rear-view camera display malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11593202","quote_1_text":"The backup camera glitches while backing up and turning the steering wheel causing issues with visibility. This is a safety issue because it affects your ability to see where you are going while in reverse. This is a brand new car and this issue should not be occurring.","quote_2_odi":"11589800","quote_2_text":"360 degree camera glitch is not resolved despite replacement of cameras & image processing module based on recent recall. This continues to be a safety issues & Lincoln needs to find a permanent fix.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Aviator","model_slug":"aviator","cluster_id":"aviator-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, STRUCTURE, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11679071","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Aviator. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 25V407000 (Structure), 25V393000 (Seats), 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available…","quote_2_odi":"11528021","quote_2_text":"Seat belt not working properly, no fix or remedy as of yet. Do not feel safe driving vehicle with passengers. Called Lincoln certified dealer in area and all do not have a fix or availability for months to service vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/aviator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-backup-camera-fog","label":"Rearview camera fogging or distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11570489","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera display was foggy or displayed a distorted image. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11511580","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated upon reversing, the rearview camera was significantly foggy, impairing his vision of the road. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11516879","quote_3_text":"2017 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 22V-644. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASSIONS AND INFORMED THE PARTS WERENT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss of resistance or travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11731147","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2017 Lincoln Continental Black Label VIN: [XXX] I am reporting a seriously catastrophic brake system safety failure","quote_2_odi":"11617836","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH and coming upon a red traffic light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop, and the brake pedal went to the floorboard","quote_3_odi":"11541443","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated while driving approximately 35–40 MPH, the parking brake activated, causing the driver to swerve, as the tires squealed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11717009","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact was unable to open the rear doors after several attempts","quote_2_odi":"11639706","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking spot, the message \"Driver door latch not engaging\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that all four door locks needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11726206","quote_3_text":"The rear doors on my 2017 Lincoln Continental do not open from the outside when the exterior handle button is pressed. The doors do open from the inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2017-seat-airbag-structural-failure","label":"Seat bracket and side airbag housing failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11032135","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE SEAT BRACKET BROKE OFF WHEN GETTING INTO CAR. DEALER TOOK CAR AND REPAIRED SEAT. SIDE AIRBAG CASE WAS ALSO SPLIT AND AIRBAG WAS VISIBLE TO THE EYE","quote_2_odi":"11192000","quote_2_text":"THE SIDE AIR BAGS ON THE FRONT SEATS KEEP SPITTING OPEN. THEY ARE NOT DEPLOYING BUT YOU CAN SEE AIRBAG IS EXPOSED. WORRIED THEY WILL DEPLOY UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_3_odi":"11443191","quote_3_text":"I turned on my heated seats and felt my back burning. I turned it off and called the dealer immediately and noted my brand new winter arctic coat had a hole in it, the seat had a hole in the air bladder of the seat and the entire car was smelling of burning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-adaptive-steering-fault","label":"Adaptive steering fault and unintended wheel turn","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11667161","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the steering wheel turned approximately 90-degrees counterclockwise unintendedly while the vehicle continued driving straight. The message \"Adaptive Steering Fault - Service Now\" was","quote_2_odi":"11622730","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Lincoln Continental has been displaying an adaptive steering failure message for over 8 months now. I have taken the vehicle to multiple dealership and they just tell me the part is on back order","quote_3_odi":"11482964","quote_3_text":"Recently purchased this vehicle, it’s got a different problem all the time usually electronics. The other day I was in a fender bender because I’m driving with the steering wheel 30-45 degrees to the right just so I can drive safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-backup-camera-cloudy","label":"Backup camera image cloudy or foggy in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11530119","quote_1_text":"2019 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL- I am writing regarding the subject recall (Safety Recall Notice 22551 NHTSA Recall 22V644) involving a cloudy rear view camera on my vehicle. I have checked periodically to have my vehicle repaired. Each time, for at least 10 months, I get the same","quote_2_odi":"11501476","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that while reversing, the backup camera image was very distorted, foggy, and cloudy. The contact later received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V644000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11726717","quote_1_text":"Drivers door latch is failing to engage properly making it so the door can not closed right away. No matter how you close the door it always pushes right back open sometimes the door will semi latch but still poses the hazard of opening while driving","quote_2_odi":"11670068","quote_2_text":"Door opens while driving Door latch failure","quote_3_odi":"11659030","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that upon gently closing the driver's side door, the door cinch system failed to activate as expected. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Continental","model_slug":"continental","cluster_id":"continental-2019-door-wont-open-trapped","label":"Door fails to open, trapping occupants inside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11734389","quote_1_text":"We are unable to open the rear exterior doors from the outside of the car. We have confirmed on numerous occassions doors are unlocked and there are no child safety locks on . This is becoming a very dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11413537","quote_2_text":"AFTER THIS TIME I COULD NOT RELEASE THE DOOR LOCKS WITH THE KEYLESS REMOTE, I AM PARTIALLY DISABLED AND HAD TO CLIMB OVER THE FRONT SEATS TO MANUALLY RELEASE THE DRIVER'S DOOR! I WAS TRAPPED AND MY CLIENT WAS VERY UPSET","quote_3_odi":"11537236","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Continental. The contact stated that the front driver’s side door failed to open while attempting to exit the vehicle. The contact was forced to use the exterior door handle to open the door to exit the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/continental","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-camera-recall-delay","label":"Rearview camera failure amid recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11723856","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to reverse(R), the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera failed to function properly during inclement weather","quote_2_odi":"11470560","quote_2_text":"The rear video camera when I attempted to back up failed and no rear video image just a blue screen. This happened today (06/22/2022)","quote_3_odi":"11549475","quote_3_text":"360 camera recall issue still persists incredibly frequently. Pretty much every drive. Backup camera when it does work, is severely lagging and delaying which could result in a collision if using","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-electrical-shutdown","label":"Electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11639564","quote_1_text":"The computer system in the car completely shut down on the middle of driving","quote_2_odi":"11489476","quote_2_text":"Electrical system totally shuts down and car is dead.This happened 4 times.The battery is not dead but the electrical system shuts it down.You have to jump or separate battery to re activate system.Last incident not even emergency key worked to open the car.Danger is if someone","quote_3_odi":"11426695","quote_3_text":"Issue with damage done to wiring by rats, because of soy based wire covering. Vehicle will intermittently not start, all dash board lights flash, or engine will turn off. The service advisor knew this as well as salesperson","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-engine-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine coolant intrusion causing overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11665524","quote_1_text":"The issue was the engine overheated without any warning lights. I requested they diagnose the problem and provide me with the diagnosis and cost","quote_2_odi":"11665532","quote_2_text":"On may 26 2025 I had travel approximately 200 miles since the repairs from Keller Ford I travel to Los Angeles CA. Before I arrived at my destination the exact same problem reoccured. With out any warning light my car overheated and white smoke came out of the tail pipe","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-liftgate-hood-failure","label":"Rear liftgate, trunk, and hood latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11688427","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear driver’s side liftgate bar had malfunctioned, and the spring had fractured into four pieces. The contact was concerned that the liftgate failed to remain open due to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11320699","quote_2_text":"HOOD DOES NOT CLOSE PROPERLY AFTER OPENING. IT SEEMS THAT THE LATCH IS MISALIGNED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11546999","quote_1_text":"We were traveling east on I-80 just before exit 151. When the panoramic sunroof exploded in the corsair. The sound was as loud as a gun shot going off by your head, I was lucky that the sound did not cause me to veer into another lane and cause a multi vehicle accident","quote_2_odi":"11427242","quote_2_text":"The moon roof (the rear one that does not open) shattered for no apparent reason! The glass broke into many pieces and fell inside the car . I have no idea what could have caused this I was not driving and was not parked beneath anything?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Tail and brake light failure from water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749573","quote_1_text":"I recently had to pay CarMax $1,083 to replace my right rear (tailgate mounted) turn signal assembly. CarMax said the issue was due to a seal failing on the light assembly which allowed water to enter the unit and short out the LED unit","quote_2_odi":"11735512","quote_2_text":"vehicles rear tail and signal lights failed, no rear signaling to traffic behind said vehicle. Lincoln has a recall on 2024-2025 corsairs for this issue but earlier models do not have this recall but the same issue are on the earlier models","quote_3_odi":"11731876","quote_3_text":"Brake Light failure from water intrusion with less than 40k miles. Repair Invoice was $845","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2020-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission clutch failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11730904","quote_1_text":"The powertrain control system has detected one of the transmission clutches did not apply within the expected time as expected. It has resulted in delayed and harsh shifts to another gear and sometimes does not","quote_2_odi":"11538495","quote_2_text":"While driving with cruise control set, an pre-collision assist not available warning showed on the dashboard. Cruise control automatically switched off and the immediately slowed even when pressing the gas pedal","quote_3_odi":"11724944","quote_3_text":"On the transmission the endcap was missing a bolt that caused the transmission to leak that caused the transmission to fail. The second incident this that Lincoln corsair had a electrical blackout in the middle of driving on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-auto-start-stop-unintended-movement","label":"Auto start/stop unintended engine restart and vehicle lunge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11472949","quote_1_text":"My car while stopped with the engine off, at a red light for example, after approximately 45 seconds, it will re-start itself and lunge forward.  It does it every time, when you are stopped over 45 seconds and the engine is off. ( In Auto start/stop mode).   Lincoln Dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11441509","quote_2_text":"The transmission (possibly the start/stop) jerks and is intermittent.  When coming out of the stop, the acceleration is sputtering.  The dealer said the problem is known to Ford but there is not yet a fix.  The vehicle has less than 10000 miles travelled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-back-over-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Back over prevention recall parts unavailable","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11712341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V048000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_2_odi":"11696526","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was distorted and unclear. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V048000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Rearview camera blue screen after recall repair","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11526369","quote_1_text":"The backup camera turns blue and makes it unusable. I took the car to fix this under a safety recall. However it is still not fixed. This has been going on for 6 months which is unacceptable. Both the dealer and Lincoln (Ford) says I will be contacted when a fix is available","quote_2_odi":"11508902","quote_2_text":"I took my car in on 2/22/23 to fix the second back up camera recall. However on the night of 2/23/23 the whole screen went blue when put in reverse, and on the morning of 2/24/23 just the rear camera went blue","quote_3_odi":"11736965","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rear view camera failed to alert her when there was a pedestrian or vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer on three separate occasions. The dealer replaced the rear view camera, but the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-engine-block-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine block failure attributed to coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745510","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway my vehicle experienced a sudden severe loss of power that led you a metallic rattling noise under the front of the vehicle and smoke coming out the exhaust pipes. Took it to a Ford dealership for diagnosis and repair however, it recommendations were…","quote_2_odi":"11571618","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11502197","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the battery warning light and check engine warning light were illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer, where the vehicle was repaired; however, while driving 10 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-panoramic-roof-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11603048","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway the panoramic moonroof spontaneously exploded and shattered showering myself and my partner in glass injuring us both","quote_2_odi":"11494205","quote_2_text":"I remote started my SUV I got in after 7 minutes put it in reverse heard a loud noise and my panoramic sunroof shattered in on me. There was nothing on it, nothing hit it, it just shattered and rained glass down on me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-phev-battery-recall-no-repair","label":"Plug-in hybrid high-voltage battery recall with no available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11666123","quote_1_text":"The notice instructs us to cease charging the high voltage battery until further notice. The recall notification states that further charging the battery could result in a vehicle fire. The notice finally states that a resolution and parts will be available during the second…","quote_2_odi":"11732248","quote_2_text":"For most of 2025 and now into April 2026, I have been unable to use my car’s electric capabilities. This is due to active recalls for which no permanent repair is available. Temporary fixes have not resolved these issues. Thus, for an extended period of time, a primary feature…","quote_3_odi":"11621963","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the contact stated that an unknown warning light illuminated with a message to “Stop Safely Now” displayed. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the middle of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11698723","quote_1_text":"Transmission realized a catastrophic and destructive failure.  The vehicle immediately lost power and speed.   Scattering debris and transmission fluid on the highway.   Causing a safety concern for me and other drivers.  Confirmed by a dealer. Inspected by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11745117","quote_2_text":"Transmission locked up while driving with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11468972","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would not immediately accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was faulty and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-brake-unintended-activation","label":"Brake system unintended activation or non-response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09-26 → 2025-03-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621224","quote_1_text":"While driving on [XXX]  I was in traffic, Car ahead of me was 2 Car lengths ahead, emergency Brake slammed on! I had put my foot lightly on brake to slow down to keep safe distance! We were violently thrown forward( unexpected stoppage) . Car in back had to slam on its brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11486494","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the braking system malfunctioned and the vehicle continued driving forward without slowing down. On one occasion, the front passenger’s side wheel made…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-electrical-recall-no-remedy","label":"Electrical system recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-03-25 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731532","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V954000 (Electrical System) and 25V789000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11650525","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-engine-recall-no-remedy","label":"Engine recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07-17 → 2024-01-19","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566528","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V380000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11532864","quote_2_text":"Engine stops randomly and without warning while vehicle is in motion.  Vehicle is available to inspect. This has happened on city streets and the highway.  Trailing vehicles run the risk of a rear end collision at high speeds.   The Lincoln Service Department has been unable to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-hybrid-power-loss-highway","label":"Hybrid drivetrain power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12-19 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751963","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the highway at around 70 mph, with one passenger. There had been no indications that anything was wrong with the vehicle. Then I noticed the car slowing down though I had not let up on the gas, which I now understand is called 'limp mode'. The screen said…","quote_2_odi":"11702610","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Lincoln Corsair has an open NHTSA recall (25V789 / Ford 25SC4) for a high-voltage battery cell internal short circuit that can cause sudden loss of motive power. There is currently NO remedy available. Before this recall was issued, my vehicle already lost power while I…","quote_3_odi":"11498720","quote_3_text":"Car stopped without warning in traffic on November 30 and would not start or switch gears to neutral.  Towed to Hines Park Lincoln and spent 16 days in the repair shop. It was returned to me on December 15. On December 20, I started the car to drive it for a first test drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-memory-seat-movement","label":"Power memory seat unintended movement while driving","component_code":"SEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03-25 → 2024-02-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11571059","quote_1_text":"Memory seat moves on its own while driving.  It also fails to retain memory settings.  Has been to dealer multiple times and the seat motor was replaced twice.  It's dangerous to drive as you must adjust seat while driving constantly.  Electronics system doesn't remember…","quote_2_odi":"11458323","quote_2_text":"This luxury car has seat three seat memory positions: When you press the button the seat should go back to the computer-stored position (For the seat and steering wheel). The computer-stored position does not remember the position resulting in one getting jammed against the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-panoramic-sunroof-shade","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering and shade obstruction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10-07 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11488299","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated that while driving 76 MPH a loud booming sound suddenly occurred when the front section of the panoramic sunroof exploded and shattered. Moments later, the glass from the shattered sunroof fell into to vehicle hitting…","quote_2_odi":"11750200","quote_2_text":"Panoramic roof shade will not roll up properly. Shade is hanging down and is blocking the view in the rear view mirror","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2022-rearview-camera-recall-parts","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05-15 → 2026-04-16","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notifications of NHTSA campaign numbers: 25V510000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION) and 26V123000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION). However, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that while his…","quote_2_odi":"11529596","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Corsair. The contact stated while reversing, the rearview camera image turned blue.  There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure occurred increasingly. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign…","quote_3_odi":"11708157","quote_3_text":"The rear camera feed is very blurry. Often times it in usable. Sometimes cross traffic alert does not work. I know this is part of the recall but with no solution available should I be entitled to a rental while waiting?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-adaptive-cruise-speed-surge","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended speed changes","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08-18 → 2024-12-24","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11632287","quote_1_text":"Cruise control will not hold lock.  Suddenly without warning and with no manual input the speed will surge to well over 80MPH and continues to accelerate until the cruise control is manually disengaged.  Also sometimes it will go the other way dropping Suddenly to under 50 MPH…","quote_2_odi":"11614048","quote_2_text":"While the cruise control was engaged on the highway without touching anything the with the speed set to 65mph the speed would suddenly increase to in excess of 75 mph before I could catch it and reset the speed back to 65mph.  Also there would be times when the speed would…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03-17 → 2024-05-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11588067","quote_1_text":"The car keeps just fully turning off. Dealership has tried to replace the battery several times but the problem keeps happening. I am [XXX] and have been left stranded 4 times now. They can't seem to fix the problem. My car has been in the dealership 45 days of the 60 days I…","quote_2_odi":"11577868","quote_2_text":"Purchased car in early January 2024 and on February 18th the vehicle wouldn't start.  Got the vehicle to start after jumping it and drove straight to the dealership to have it checked / repaired.  The car has been in the dealership service bay ever since.  I worked with…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-forward-collision-adas-failure","label":"Collision avoidance and ADAS system persistent faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04-14 → 2025-07-24","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655493","quote_1_text":"Since leasing the vehicle in February 2024, I have experienced persistent failures in the collision prevention system and other critical safety features. Despite multiple service visits, the issue remains unresolved, with Lincoln attributing the problem to a system update that…","quote_2_odi":"11675928","quote_2_text":"Seems to be an electrical problem with the car.  i have had it in for repairs 5xs now cant seem to fix it or cant find the problem.  The entire ADAS system fails at different points. Sometimes i get warnings.  One time entire car went black while driving on highway.  Lincoln…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-phev-recall-charge-limit","label":"PHEV battery recall and charging restriction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03-18 → 2026-05-23","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739709","quote_1_text":"Due to a safety recall for possible battery fires, we have not been able to charge the PHEV for more than a year. This significantly affects the vehicle's mileage and performance and reduces the car's value. •We are unable to use the plug-in charging function for an extended…","quote_2_odi":"11730944","quote_2_text":"The recall letter advised that for the time being, I should set software to limit charge to 80%. The car is noncompliant with the prescribed settings.  If there is a danger to having settings no prescribed, I am in danger. I did set the settings in the car and in the Android app…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-powertrain-failure","label":"Powertrain and rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10-02 → 2025-11-22","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700937","quote_1_text":"The rear differential failed/broke 12 hours into a 13 hour trip.  There have been recalls for this issue for previous years but not for 2023 models (yet) * This happened on the interstate and we could have been seriously injured or killed with the sudden loss of function if this…","quote_2_odi":"11691033","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on a separate occasion, while driving 35 MPH, the message \"Powertrain Failure\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the vehicle was repaired. The contact was informed that an update was performed on the vehicle. The contact wanted the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02-26 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752196","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_2_odi":"11654472","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Lincoln Corsair. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V954000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Moonroof/sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-24 → 2026-03-18","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725334","quote_1_text":"I was getting back into the car, shut the door (at a normal level) and heard a loud bang coming from above me then heard the glass falling onto the cover. Got out and realized it was a spontaneous rupture of the sun roof","quote_2_odi":"11707909","quote_2_text":"While driving, the moonroof spontaneously shattered. There was no impact whatsoever. Just shattered. Glass was everywhere","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-12v-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"12V battery parasitic drain and charge loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729336","quote_1_text":"For the last three months, after the car sits for 12 hours or more, I get a \"battery saver mode\" on my phone and many of the online features won't work.  Dealer measured the battery power on first visit - read 93 percent.  Went to dealer a month later, battery read 59 percent.…","quote_2_odi":"11715760","quote_2_text":"I have noticed that when the battery is lower than 85% available power sensor effectiveness is greatly reduced.  This is noticed with vehicle going into remote battery saver mode and the Auto Start/Stop function ceases to function. This also greatly reduces front collision, rear…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-adas-sensor-inoperability","label":"ADAS sensor and pre-collision assist inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:BLINDSPOT:SENSORS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06-16 → 2025-12-19","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706063","quote_1_text":"The AEB and DA have not functioned at all since we bought the car (08/10/2024).   A dealer has had the Corsair  3 times for a total of 12 days and has not fixed the problem.   In fact the dealer has stated: \"Customer should not expect the car to stop\"","quote_2_odi":"11667221","quote_2_text":"I had my new car for five months and began receiving pre-collision assist not available and park aid malfunction. I have been receiving these since March. I took it into the dealer and they said that there would be a software update by May 1, 2025, this is the middle of June","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02-25 → 2026-03-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721806","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the contact noticed that another vehicle driving approximately 60 MPH crashed into the vehicle directly behind the contact's vehicle, and then crashed into the contact's vehicle. The contact's face hit the steering wheel. The…","quote_2_odi":"11734945","quote_2_text":"Impact with deer on I-79 in WV at 70mph  Air bags did not deploy. I was not injured but had it been a vehicle I would have been.  Not inspected or confirmed by anyone. No messages or warning before collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-infotainment-camera-delay","label":"Infotainment screen delay disabling camera display","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-12 → 2024-08-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594022","quote_1_text":"Since we purchased the vehicle new, the Sync Touch Screen can take several minutes to come on line and as a result all camera features are disabled and this is a safety issue. We have had frightening experiences when trying to back up in a parking lot of our own driveway with…","quote_2_odi":"11607819","quote_2_text":"When I am backing out of my garage, the emergency brake activates.    And my information screen is black, the volume goes up and down, and sometimes it does not connect to my cell phone","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-phev-battery-recall-26v091","label":"PHEV high-voltage battery recall 26V091 repair unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10-10 → 2026-06-23","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746032","quote_1_text":"The manufacturer's interim safety instructions for Recall 26V091 are failing. Lincoln instructs drivers to use Pure EV mode to prevent battery fires. However, the Corsair's software actively overrides Pure EV mode, automatically turning on the gas engine and completely defeating…","quote_2_odi":"11745647","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V091000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing an abnormally high voltage battery rapid discharge after an 80 percent…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof spontaneous breakage while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-13 → 2026-07-13","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749968","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the sunroof suddenly exploded without warning or impact. There were no injuries sustained. The contact notified the local dealer of the failure; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Corsair","model_slug":"corsair","cluster_id":"corsair-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended forward acceleration during parking maneuver","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-03-27 → 2025-03-27","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651124","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was attempting to park while shifted into reverse, the vehicle launched forward, accelerated independently, and collided with another vehicle that was parked, colliding with the other vehicle's front passenger side. The other vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/corsair","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-backup-camera-recall-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure pending recall parts","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11685175","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera on my 2015 Lincoln MKC stopped working. The screen is either blank or distorted, which makes it unsafe to back up since I cannot see behind the vehicle. I have not yet gone to the dealer about this issue. I see there is an active recall (25V270000) for this","quote_2_odi":"11474399","quote_2_text":"When the weather is hot (over 85F), the backup camera and alerts randomly stop working. The screen either goes black or moves up in multiple frames","quote_3_odi":"11219897","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR SIT IN THE SUN OR IN DIRECT HEAT TOO LONG, THE BACK-UP CAMERA WILL NOT WORK AND ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN, IT WILL SAY CAMERA NOT WORKING, CONTACT DEALERSHIP. WHEN I PULL IN MY GARAGE AND OR THE TEMPERATURE OF THE CAR COOL DOWN, THEN THE CAMERA STARTS BACK WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10670557","quote_1_text":"I LIVE IN THE MIDWEST AND IT WAS COLD OUTSIDE AND I WAS DRIVING HOME WITH MY BRAND NEW STATE OF THE ART LINCOLN. WHEN I WAS HEADING HOME MY CAR INDICATED LOW BATTERY, WHICH I ASSUMED WOULD CHARGE AS I CONTINUED TO DRIVE. NEXT THING I KNOW, EVERYTHING WAS TURNING OFF (ALL","quote_2_odi":"11183590","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS HAD 4 INSTANCES WHERE IT WILL NOT START AND VEHICLE NOTES THAT THE BATTERY IS LOW. THIS HAS LEFT ME STRANDED AND NEEDING A TOW OR JUMP. DEALERSHIP HAD BEEN UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE DRAW AND HAD REPLACED THE BATTERY BUT ISSUE HAS OCCURRED SINCE. I HAVE CONTACTED","quote_3_odi":"10724453","quote_3_text":"BATTER LOST ITS CHARGE (4 TIMES)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-bcm-headlight-failure","label":"Body control module headlight and taillight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11466587","quote_1_text":"Drivers side headlight intermittently goes on and off. Signal light does not work when this happens. Have been told that headlight control module would need to be replaced, but Lincoln and Ford no longer has the part","quote_2_odi":"11475059","quote_2_text":"Our car is in excellent running and cosmetic condition. It has been well maintained and garaged and never in an accident. Recently my wife was driving and was getting angry gestures, honking, and yells from other cars. She discovered that her breaklights and blinkers were not","quote_3_odi":"11470357","quote_3_text":"Left headlight goes on and off. Dealer can’t find the problem. Has offered different very expensive options to see if it would work. One part that was told may be needed is the body control module which Lincoln and Ford has discontinued. Told they can try replacing the entire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-engine-coolant-intrusion-recall","label":"Engine failure from coolant intrusion and recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11606946","quote_1_text":"At 120000 miles the #3 cylinder on my 2.3 AWD 2015 Lincoln MKC blew the rings, causing the dealer to require an engine replacement for $11,000. I have spoken to several others with same engine defect. A class action lawsuit is in the works. Engine fires and unsafe driving","quote_2_odi":"11646366","quote_2_text":"Coolant is being blown out of the cars tailpipe.Opon cranking .There's a lot of white smoke.Lately every three days I have to add antifreeze to the coolant reservoir. Car was inside of my yard and parked","quote_3_odi":"11549535","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving, there was an abnormal burning smell detected. The check engine light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to another local dealer, AutoNation Ford Jacksonville (10720 Philips Hwy, Jacksonville, FL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system stalling and hard restart","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10855170","quote_1_text":"WE PURCHASED A 2015 MKC ON MARCH 31ST, 2016 NEW. WE WERE DRIVING THE CAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH ON APRIL 10TH, 2016 AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS. WE WERE ABLE TO MOVE THE CAR OFF TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD SO THAT TRAFFIC COULD GO AROUND US BUT THE SITUATION WAS","quote_2_odi":"11431782","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump/sensor. My vehicle died (steering column locked as well) while in motion on a busy highway. I took it to the Ford dealership and they replaced the sensor. After I picked it up from the dealership, my car died again on the same highway only this time I was in the","quote_3_odi":"11072436","quote_3_text":"GAS TANK WOULD SUCK IN AIR, BEGIN TO RUN VERY RUFF AND THEN STALL. WOULD HAVE TO OPEN THE GAS DOOR AND PUSH THE SEAL OPEN IN ORDER TO ALLOW AIR INTO THE TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11573062","quote_1_text":"The steering assist warning message came on and power steering failed twice in less than a week's time on my 2015 Lincoln MKC. It first happened while turning left and later in a parking lot at low speed shortly after I’d started the car. I could have had an accident had someone","quote_2_odi":"10950448","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING OUT OF THE DRIVE WAY, THE VEHICLE LOST STEERING POWER. THE STEERING ASSIST FAULT AND THE HIIL START ASSIST SERVICE REQUEST WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"10820827","quote_3_text":"ON MONDAY MORNING, AS I TURNED AT APPROX 10MPH INTO A PARKING LOT, HALFWAY THROUGH THE TURN I COMPLETELY LOST THE ABILITY TO STEER CAUSING THE CAR TO RUN STRAIGHT INTO A CURB. WHEN I SAY LOSE STEERING, IT WAS UNLIKE ANYTHING I'VE EVER EXPERIENCED. AS I TURNED THE WHEEL, THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen OEM lug nuts on wheels","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11639593","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that upon inspection by the local dealer, the contact was informed that the lug nuts on all four wheels were swollen. The local dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts needed to be replaced before performing tire","quote_2_odi":"11447423","quote_2_text":"Cheap two piece lug nut design. The outer shell of the lug nut deforms to the point you can not remove the lug nut. If you get a flat tire you can possibly be stranded due to these defective lug nuts","quote_3_odi":"11462274","quote_3_text":"Had to replace all 20 lug nuts at one time on my 2015 Lincoln MKC; described as swollen; \"ACPZ *1012*H 247886 Nut","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2015-transmission-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission jerking and shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":130,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11113167","quote_1_text":"I AM THE OWNER OF A 2015 LINCOLN MKC WITH 50,406 MILES WITH A BAD TRANSMISSION. THE CAR WOULD 'JERK' AS IT AUTOMATICALLY SHIFT INTO GEAR WHEN DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY OR ON A LOCAL ROAD. THIS IS A SERIOUS PROBLEM FOR ANY DRIVER.HAVING A 2015 MODEL CAR WITH 50,406 MILES HAVING A","quote_2_odi":"11498736","quote_2_text":"Automatic shift lever bushing broke disconnecting the shifting cable from shift arm. Immediately disabled vehicle while in motion. There has already been a recall for this for Ford products of this era, why not Lincolns? Very dangerous if this had happened at high speed!","quote_3_odi":"11568713","quote_3_text":"Out lf nowhwere with 68,000 miles on my vehicle the transmission basically failed about 12 miles from my house. A wrench came on and by the time I made it home I could barelt make it up the driveway. For this mileage this is ridiculous and I have read online about many other","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756986","quote_1_text":"Two years waiting for recall repair (rear-backup camera). Lincoln Mfg notified that a pending recall/repair for driver's rear-camera was required. As of 08/14/2026 the repair has not been performed by Lincoln Mfg or it's agents","quote_2_odi":"11739043","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact took the vehicle for a recall repair for notice received NHTSA Campaign Number 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention)","quote_3_odi":"11619796","quote_3_text":"Faulty rear camera system. When reversing the vehicle, the infotainment screen shows a turbulent gray static screen rather than a rear view of the vehicle. Extreme safety concern and hazard. Issue is recurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-coolant-intrusion-cylinders","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders (2.0L EcoBoost)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749189","quote_1_text":"2.0 Ecoboost coolant intrusion in cylinder #4 issue with block defect. Ford Motor Company wont cover issue","quote_2_odi":"11658213","quote_2_text":"I purchased a 2016 Lincoln MKC 2.0 with 96k miles on it 2 months ago, and we just discovered a coolant leak into the first cylinder, causing a cracked head gasket. The engine needs to be replaced, and will cost $15k","quote_3_odi":"11486419","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that there was a coolant leak into cylinder #3 and the engine block needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"FIRERELATED","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11593936","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while an employee was driving at an undisclosed speed, he observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, prompting him to pull to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11509731","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unattended, the vehicle caught on fire","quote_3_odi":"11472910","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked unattended in the garage, it caught fire. The fire department extinguished the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-engine-recall-parts-delay","label":"Engine recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11592125","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted","quote_2_odi":"11528969","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2016-transmission-shift-quality","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and gear-shifter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11678022","quote_1_text":"Was at the Drive-thru ordering speaker and the car would not shift out of park and could not manually be shifted into neutral so the car could be moved. Drive-thru ordering window was blocked for 16 hyrs. Had to have the car towed with dolly","quote_2_odi":"11553932","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that she started the vehicle and when she shifted the gear shifter into drive, the gear shifted into neutral instead. The contact stated that she noticed that the park mode light was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11165541","quote_3_text":"WHEN VEHICLE IS SLOWED (EVEN SLIGHTLY) BY DEACCELERATING OR SPED UP BY ACCELERATING THE SHIFTING SUDDENING AND HARSHLY GRABS AND LURCHES EFFECTING VEHICLE STABILITY. THE IMPACT IS VERY PRONOUNCED AND AUDIBLY LOUD AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11399135","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKC. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH ON A MAIN ROAD, A VEHICLE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE CUT HER OFF TURNING INTO HER LANE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE MAIN ROAD. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11687059","quote_2_text":"None of my airbags deployed in a one vehicle accident when my tire blew. I woke up sitiing in a guard rail.and injured. This happened on September 4th, 2025. Car totaled and Travelers Insurance already paid off finance company and I was left with nothing","quote_3_odi":"11702963","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving at 10 MPH, when attempting to park the vehicle on a residential street, the vehicle heisted, and the vehicle independently accelerated into her cousin's house","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-battery-monitor-recall-delay","label":"Battery monitor sensor recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551808","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Recall 23V378 Battery monitor sensor BMS Power Circuit in-line fuse installation. Everyone's safety in my family including myself is at risk. Received first recall notice June 2023. Second August 2023","quote_2_odi":"11546014","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the vehicle sputtered","quote_3_odi":"11632421","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while driving, a burning odor was detected as the vehicle lost power. Upon the contact's arrival at home, her fiancé called AAA service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756792","quote_1_text":"Coolant intrusion into number 2 cylinder requiring full engine replacement of my 2017 my 2.0l eco boost engine","quote_2_odi":"11692483","quote_2_text":"Engine design flaw in the gaskets. Coolant leaking into the cylinders causing misfire. Had to replace the engine. $8000","quote_3_odi":"11612283","quote_3_text":"There is a huge problem with my vehicle it started leaking coolant into the cylinder. The vehicle is using coolant and burning it through the exhaust. This defect in the engine block causes catastrophic failure if occuring during driving on highway can cause accident and fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682700","quote_1_text":"Back up camera goes black or really fuzzy so everything is unrecognizable. This happens very sporadically. It could stay like this for days or sometimes just once in a few weeks. Never know when it will happen","quote_2_odi":"11527273","quote_2_text":"Back up rear camera completely blacked out while I was back in up. The alarm did not alarm and a vehicle almost hit me","quote_3_odi":"11730151","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rear-view camera image failed to function properly, and the image was blurry","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen lug nuts requiring wheel hardware replacement","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11485599","quote_1_text":"Lug nuts need to be replaced due to swelling","quote_2_odi":"11455388","quote_2_text":"Lug nuts are swollen. Doesn’t even have 33,000 miles on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11436775","quote_3_text":"I had my MKC at the dealership to get an oil change and check for an issue with electrical. They were checking the car and they had to replace all 20 lugnuts because they swelled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2017-torque-converter-transmission-slip","label":"Torque converter failure and transmission slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642505","quote_1_text":"Transmission torque converter needs replacement i brought it to the dealer for inspection after feeling repeated hard shifts and feeling as though there is a severe vibration when accelerating. The dealer stated the torque converter needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11291738","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION ON MY 2017 MKC DEVELOPED A SLIPPING ISSUE AT AROUND 81000 MILES. THIS OCCURRED FIRST IN THE RANGE OF 25-35 MPH. NOW IT SEEMS TO HAVE BROADENED","quote_3_odi":"11541684","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle from second to third gear, there was an abnormal banging sound heard. The transmission was slipping gear while driving at various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-back-over-prevention-camera","label":"Back-over prevention camera recall repair delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11696082","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11715220","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while shifted in reverse(R), the rearview camera failed displayed","quote_3_odi":"11694841","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11735495","quote_1_text":"Dealer confirmed there is a coolant intrusion in the engine and the engine needs to be replaced due to a known defect","quote_2_odi":"11675995","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. A dealer was contacted. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed coolant intrusion into the engine and that the engine","quote_3_odi":"11605925","quote_3_text":"I purchased car in Septemver of 2023, in May of 2024 I started ha jng issues with it misfiring and a mechanic told me I had a coolant leaking. in June 2024 I had to take it to a mechanic as an emergency as it wasn't driving properly. I was then informed that I need a new engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-fire-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Underhood fire recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11550438","quote_1_text":"My car was recalled by Lincoln in May 2023 because a battery sensor causes the car to catch on fire anytime, on or off. I have had my car in to Lincoln 2 times since then and there are no parts to fix the recall. Lincoln says the sensors are on back order and they don't know","quote_2_odi":"11546564","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V378000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_3_odi":"11535277","quote_3_text":"My car has 2 recalls 1. RISK OF UNDERHOOD FIRE and 2. pcm reprogramming recall, Took my car to Lincoln service center they only fixed the 2nd one which is the PCM reprogramming. They called me and said my car is ready for pick up. After couple of hours I’ll check in your website","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkc-2018-swollen-wheel-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts preventing removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11514948","quote_1_text":"When purchasing new tires today, we were informed that we needed to replace the lug nuts as the lug nut wrench no longer fit the top of the nuts. We were told that they often have this problem with Lincolns and some Fords. He said they could \"force\" the old ones back on, but the","quote_2_odi":"11496612","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that while at the dealer for routine maintenance, the mechanic discovered multiple wheel lug nuts had swollen and the wheels could not be removed using the standard wrench supplied by the manufacturer. The contact indicated","quote_3_odi":"11486500","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKC. The contact stated that upon having the tires serviced by an independent mechanic, the mechanic informed him that all the lug nuts were swollen and difficult to be removed. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact was given an","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine-failure","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11742458","quote_1_text":"Engine has coolant intrusion at 57,000 miles. Mechanic recommends full engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11694422","quote_2_text":"There’s a cracked block/head gasket causing coolant to leak into the cylinders and now my engine needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11640057","quote_3_text":"Coolant intrusion to cylinder in the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-rearview-camera-recall-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11729070","quote_1_text":"The back up camera works intermittently. Sometimes it just has a blurry or blue screen. It has been ongoing for the last month","quote_2_odi":"11663692","quote_2_text":"When placing the vehicle in Reverse, the camera image is distorted. This problem happens intermittently but when it does, I am unable to view any potential hazards as I back up","quote_3_odi":"11727638","quote_3_text":"The rear camera recall is many many months overdue for a fix. My rear camera hasn’t worked probably in almost a year. Neither The dealership nor Ford have provided updates","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKC","model_slug":"mkc","cluster_id":"mkc-2019-recall-23v378000-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 23V378000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11567720","quote_1_text":"I received a recall in July 2023 recall (23v378). It has now been six months of parking my car outdoors. I have contacted the dealership 3 times to no avail about the repair. Last contact was on 1/24/2024 no returned phone call","quote_2_odi":"11553532","quote_2_text":"Recall 23S28 on my vehicle has never been repaired. have contacted dealership several times and have been told I would have to wait for part. Three months is not acceptable . I have tried to call 888-327-4236 and line does not connect","quote_3_odi":"11543352","quote_3_text":"In June of 2023, a potential fire recall was issued. Contacted two dealerships, was told no parts available. In August 2023, a second notice regarding fire (whether car is running or parked)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-brake-pedal-fade-failure","label":"Brake pedal fade and braking system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10721619","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING INTO MY GARAGE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN CAR ACCELERATED TO FULL SPEEDC. I APPLIED FULL PRESSURE TO BRAKE. CAR FAILED TO STOP","quote_2_odi":"10531948","quote_2_text":"BRAKE PEDAL INVARIABLY COLLAPSES COMPLETELY TO FLOOR WHEN THEY ARE DEPRESSED CAUSING THE BRAKES TO NOT PROPERLY FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"10307166","quote_3_text":"THE ANTII-LOCK BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS GOING ON FOR NO REASON AND THE DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO DETERMINE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED, THE BRAKES ACTUALLY LOCKED UP WHEN MAKING A RIGHT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-engine-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11018790","quote_1_text":"LINCOLN MKS 2010 LOST POWER ON HIGHWAY AND STARTED SHAKING. TOWED TO A MECHANIC WHO DID A TUNE-UP, CHECKED THE TURBOS AND NOW SAYS IT NEEDS THE MOTOR REPLACED DUE TO A BAD CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"10592875","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING I EXPERIENCED ALOUD VIOLET KNOCK AND HESITATION, STALL, WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE. THIS OCCURS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10949102","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11481899","quote_1_text":"My car will intermittently (more times than not) lose its power steering assist, making it almost impossible for me to drive","quote_2_odi":"11255415","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE POWER STEERING COMPLETELY FAILED AND THE STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AS THE POWER STEERING FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11404491","quote_3_text":"I STARTED MY CAR AND THE ERROR \"POWER STEERING FAILURE\" CAME ON, I WAS COMPLETELY UNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11143512","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR REPLACEMENT SINCE MAY OF 2018. NOTHING HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11035900","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP (SABINE RIVER FORD) IN ORANGE TX AND THEY DIDN'T PERFORM WORK, SAYING THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PARTS","quote_3_odi":"11011132","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V154000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10506052","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO MY PARKING SPOT IN FRONT OF MY HOME, APPLYING THE BRAKE, WHEN THE ENGINE THROTTLED UP AND THE CAR BOLTED FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10483524","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED. AS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATED WITH AN ABNORMAL ACCELERATION","quote_3_odi":"10328617","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING 62 MPH IN CRUISE AND DECIDED I WANTED TO GO 70 MPH. I THEN PROCEEDED TO HOLD DOWN THE \"SET +\" BUTTON UNTIL MY SPEED REACHED 70 AT WHICH POINT I RELEASED THE BUTTON. TO MY SURPRISE THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 95 MPH AND HELD THAT SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2010-water-pump-overheating","label":"Engine overheating from water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11475091","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon placing her vehicle into park(P), the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was hot. The engine then failed to restart after the failure","quote_2_odi":"10855287","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE WARNING LIGHT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-airbag-warning-takata-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata recall status","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11433825","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that upon start of vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"10904290","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I RECEIVED A NOTICE THAT MY CAR IS INVOLVED IN THE MASSIVE TAKATA RECALL A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO, AND HERE IT IS SEPTEMBER, AND I HAVEN'T BEEN CONTACTED TO GET THIS CORRECTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-brake-vibration-wheel-lockup","label":"Brake pedal vibration and wheel lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10652437","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. WHILE DRIVING DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER AT 60 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE LOCKED WHENEVER THE BRAKES WERE ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"10496102","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-door-trunk-latch-malfunction","label":"Trunk and door latch malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11567154","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while attempting to secure items into the trunk of the vehicle, the rear trunk door suddenly came down and struck the contact on the head","quote_2_odi":"10920175","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. WHILE PULLING OUT OF A PARKING LOT AT 20 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR OPEN WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-engine-overheating-coolant-loss","label":"Engine overheating and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11485845","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would rise from cool(C) to hot(H) and the vehicle started losing motive power","quote_2_odi":"11515682","quote_2_text":"Engine/Coolant Reservoir, Yes you can inspect it. When driving, or stop at a traffic light or just parked, the car will just start smoking and getting hot, the temperature gauge would not show it was getting hot until after it started smoking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-exterior-lighting-visibility","label":"Exterior lighting visibility and adjustment","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536290","quote_1_text":"NON CONNECTED DAY TIME RUNNING LIGHTS. I AVOIDED A TOTAL OF THREE HEAD ON COLLISIONS WITHIN THE PAST THREE WEEKS (THE MOST RECENT WAS 08/19/2013)","quote_2_odi":"10462061","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WITH THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ACTIVATED, OTHER DRIVERS WERE COMPLAINING OF THE LIGHTS BEING EXTREMELY BRIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11704251","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while reversing into a parking space, the power steering warning light illuminated. The vehicle was later restarted, and the traction control and power steering warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11556262","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, she became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly","quote_3_odi":"10956498","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT 70MPH AND THE POWER STEERING WENT COMPLETELY OUT. A MESSAGE POPPED UP ON THE DASH STATING \"SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW\". I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE VEHICLE OFF OF THE INTERSTATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"mks-2011-unintended-acceleration-surge","label":"Unintended vehicle surge at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11039550","quote_1_text":"WHEN PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT GOING UNDER 5 MPH AND COMING TO A STOP, THE CAR SURGED FORWARD JUMPING THE SIDEWALK AND CRASHING INTO A CEMENT PATIO TABLE AND BENCH","quote_2_odi":"10616372","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP ON AN INCLINE, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE SURGED UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-climate-control-runaway-heat","label":"Climate control system activates and heats uncontrollably","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11652415","quote_1_text":"The climate control system malfunctions by raising the temperature for the heater without any input. When turned off, it turns on by itself and resumes raising the temperature until it maxes out","quote_2_odi":"11438269","quote_2_text":"We just purchased this car and shortly after we were driving home and it just starts beeping and suddenly the heat comes on full blast, no one is touching the controls. This happens quite frequently and once it starts rising there doesnt seem to be a way to stop it","quote_3_odi":"11630589","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the heating system activated independently and was blowing hot air on a 90-degree summer day. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring and persisted while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-fuel-pump-module-failure-stall","label":"Fuel pump/delivery module failure causing stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11365889","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 MKS IS STALLING WHILING DRIVING NUMEROUS TIMES, ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT A FEW DAYS AGO. THERE IS A RECALL ON 2013 MKS FUEL MODULE BECAUSE IT CUTS OUT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11033023","quote_2_text":"AFTER STARTING THE VEHICLE AND PLACING THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE FUEL PUMP ELECTRIC MODULE FAILED","quote_3_odi":"10550564","quote_3_text":"I WENT TO CAL WORTHINGTON IN ANCHORAGE ALASKA WHERE I BOUGHT MY CAR TO HAVE THE RECALL 13S04 FUEL DELIVERY MODULE REPLACED. NOW LESS THAN A WEEK WITH THE NEW MODULE, THE MODULE IS LEAKING AND THE GAS FUMES ARE OVERWHELMING INSIDE MY GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-keyless-ignition-co-poisoning","label":"Carbon monoxide exposure from keyless ignition left running","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11142853","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING, THE CONTACT'S PARENTS LEFT THE VEHICLE UNATTENDED AND ENTERED THEIR HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH KEYLESS ENTRY THAT DID NOT CHIME TO ALERT THE DRIVER THAT THE ENGINE REMAINED ACTIVE. AS A RESULT, CARBON","quote_2_odi":"10905728","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PUSH BUTTON START FAILED. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THE ENGINE WAS OFF WHEN IT WAS STILL ON, CAUSING CARBON MOXIDE TO FILL THE GARAGE. THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER BECAME ILL DUE TO THE CARBON MONOXIDE","quote_3_odi":"10839042","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS PARENTS DIED DUE TO CARBON MONOXIDE INTAKE CAUSED BY THE PUSH TO START FEATURE NOT SHUTTING OFF. THERE WERE NO WARNING SOUNDS OR LIGHTS ILLUMINATED THAT INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STILL RUNNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11601522","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2013 limcoln mks and all of the sudden I could not turn the vehicle left or right. Then I had these 2 warnings: power assist fault and service advancetrac. This is very dangerous. It caused me to run my car into wall in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11592482","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. The power steering assist warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed with the power steering","quote_3_odi":"11540657","quote_3_text":"The electric power steering assist system shut down and the lane keep assist warning appeared and the steering wheel immediately became difficult to maneuver to turn left or right. It eventually locked while driving on the highway. I could have gotten in a serious car crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-ptu-fluid-leak-failure","label":"Power transfer unit fluid leak and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11509650","quote_1_text":"PTU power transfer unit failed at 58,478 miles","quote_2_odi":"11395566","quote_2_text":"WHILE SERVICING MY LINCOLN MKS WITH AN OIL CHANGE, I NOTICED A BROWNISH FLUID LEAKING FROM MY INNER FRONT WHEEL AREA. I HAD NO IDEA WHAT THAT FLUID WAS FOR, SO I GOOGLED IT AND IT SAID IT COULD BE FROM A DEFECTIVE PTU ON MY AWD LINCOLN MKS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2013-water-pump-leak-overheating","label":"Water pump leak causing engine overheating and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":141,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11687372","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure or malfunctioned causing the engine to over heat and then to engine stall going 75 mph. After having it towed it was determined the water pump was leaking","quote_2_odi":"11670829","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, there was a huge blast of white smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer for routine maintenance and was diagnosed and determined that the water pump was","quote_3_odi":"11223157","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A LEAK COMING FROM THE WATER PUMP WHICH IS IN THE ENGINE. IT'S ON AVERAGE A $1700 FIX WHICH IS EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11686930","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while in reverse, the rear-view camera failed to display an image as intended on the digital screen. An unknown message was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11686942","quote_2_text":"Ford has recalled vehicles that have back up camera issues. My back up camera image is upside down. My year was not included in the recall but has the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11529736","quote_3_text":"Rear back up camera fails. I’ve noticed there is an active recall, on newer Lincoln’s, for this same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-cabin-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11221949","quote_1_text":"ALL FOUR DOORS STARTED RETAINING WATER AND I HAVE TO PULL THE RUBBER BACK AND LET IT DRAIN BUT WHEN THERE WAS A HARD RAIN I WOULD GET LEAKS FROM THE MOON ROOF AREA THAT LEAKED ON TO THE CONSOLE/GEARSHIFT AREA","quote_2_odi":"11075133","quote_2_text":"MAJOR WATER LEAK FROM ROOF BODY SEAM ON DRIVER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-climate-heat-malfunction","label":"Climate control heat malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11754672","quote_1_text":"The FCIM failed in the 98 degree heat. No warnings or indication that it failed other than the fans just started blowing full blast and full heat on a hot summer day","quote_2_odi":"11738085","quote_2_text":"Many owners, including myself, have experienced a situation where the vehicle's heating system automatically increases to full heat without any driver input","quote_3_odi":"11119593","quote_3_text":"8/3/2018 @ 31000 MILES A/C STOPPED BLOWING. JUST BEFORE THIS, NOTICED TEMP ROSE FROM 72* TO 85* AND HI. IMMEDIATELY DROVE TO MY LOCAL FORD DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11451435","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the street when all of a sudden my Lincoln beeps at me. it says “Service Advancetrac” and “Steering Assist Fault”. I lost all steering to my car and it swerved across four lanes of oncoming traffic until I crashed into a curb","quote_2_odi":"11476352","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized with the \"Steering Assist Fault, Service Required\" message displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11520008","quote_3_text":"The contact’s daughter owned a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 35 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The failure recurred several times and the steering wheel became locked completely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKS","model_slug":"mks","cluster_id":"lincoln-mks-2014-stalling-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stall and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11556063","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKS. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon acceleration. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11414960","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START-UP WHEN SHE ATTEMPTED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND DIAGNOSED AS FUEL PUMP FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11350335","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED SOON AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Exhaust odor and smoke entering cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11065256","quote_1_text":"A GAS TYPE ODOR ENTERS CABIN OF VEHICLE. I BELIEVE IT TO BE CARBON MONOXIDE. I OFTEN HAVE TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS EVEN IN COLD WINTER WEATHER TO PREVENT CARBON MONOXIDE FROM OVERTAKING THE CABIN WHEN THE HEATING SYSTEM IS ON","quote_2_odi":"10957256","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING AT HIGH SPEED OR HIGH LOAD AND THEN COMING TO A STOP, AN EXHAUST SMELL WILL FILL THE CABIN WITH VISIBLE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-hydraulic-brake-grinding","label":"Hydraulic brake grinding and unresponsiveness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2010-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10369749","quote_1_text":"WITHIN WEEKS OF GETTING MY 2010 LINCOLN MKT THE BRAKES WERE ACTING STRANGE AND MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. I FELT THAT THE STOPS WERE GETTING DANGEROUSLY UNRESPONSIVE","quote_2_odi":"10297595","quote_2_text":"REPEATED BRAKE FAILURE STARTING DECEMBER 16, 2009. OCCURS EVERY TIME WE START USING THE CAR AFTER IT HAS SAT FOR AWHILE UNTIL BRAKES ARE PUMPED UP OR SEVERAL STOPS ARE MADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-moonroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10438079","quote_1_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED SHOWERING DRIVER AND PASSENGER WITH SHARDS OF GLASS CUTTING HANDS AND ARMS. I BELIEVE THE SUN ROOF SHOULD BE LANINATED GLASS","quote_2_odi":"10662932","quote_2_text":"THE LARGE TEMPERED GLASS ROOF PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC \"VISTA ROOF\" ON MY 2010 LINCOLN MKT SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING WITH A LOUD, FRIGHTENING EXPLOSION WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE NY THRUWAY ON NOVEMBER 30, 2014","quote_3_odi":"11044801","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES NEAR US, OUR MOONROOF EXPLODED. WE WERE NOT NEAR ANY OVERPASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11509097","quote_1_text":"I was driving home from work thru a construction area and all of a sudden my power steering/collision warning came on and the signal with the slippery tire car symbol. My power steering went out i almost hit a concrete wall but was able to steer car in development off main road","quote_2_odi":"11366986","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE RETURNING TO NORMAL OPERATION","quote_3_odi":"10837417","quote_3_text":"EXPAND RECALL 15V340000 & 15S18 (LOSS OF STEERING) THIS IS THE 2ND COMPLAINT FILED IN LESS THAN 2 MONTHS FOR THIS 2010 MKT. THE 1ST WAS ON 12-24-15 IN WHICH A COMPLAINT WAS MADE ON THIS SITE AND IS VIEWABLE, BUT HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY FEEDBACK AS OF YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-turbo-shudder-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure with shudder and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11407356","quote_1_text":"TURBO HAS GONE OUT BUT THIS MAKES THE SECOND TIME THAT THIS HAD HAPPENED. I HAVE INVESTIGATED THIS PROBLEM WITH OTHERS AND HAVE FOUND THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE TURBOS!","quote_2_odi":"10947975","quote_2_text":"OVER THE LAST 2 WEEKS, MY LINCOLN MKT HAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL EPISODES OF SHUDDERING AND LOSS OF POWER. IN ADDITION, A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF SMOKE HAS BEEN SPEWING OUT OF THE TAIL PIPES OCCASIONALLY - THIS USUALLY HAPPENS FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AFTER THE VEHICLE IS STARTED","quote_3_odi":"10468319","quote_3_text":"ON SIX OCCASIONS A FLAME FOLLOWED BY BILLOWING BACK SMOKE HAS POURED FROM MY VEHICLE. EACH TIME THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THE TURBOCHARGER - ONLY TO HAVE IT HAPPEN AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2010-water-pump-coolant-oil","label":"Water pump failure sending coolant into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11311336","quote_1_text":"CATASTROPHIC WATER PUMP FAILURE. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING AND WHITE PLUMES BURST FROM THE EXHAUST","quote_2_odi":"11204648","quote_2_text":"I CALLED AN MECHANIC WHO TOLD ME MY COOLANT LEAKED INTO MY OIL MY WATER PUMP FAILED. IT FAILED INTERNAL TO THE TIMING CHAIN COVER AND DUMPED A LARGE AMOUNT OF COOLANT INTO THE CRANKCASE WHICH THEN CONTAMINATED THE ENGINE OIL AND OVER FILLED THE OIL PAN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-ecoboost-turbo-failure","label":"Twin-turbo EcoBoost engine and turbo failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11498231","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the twin-turbo became inoperable. The contact stated that oil was entering the exhaust and the contact was unable to see other vehicles. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local","quote_2_odi":"11315363","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 LINCOLN MKT WITH THE 3.5L TWIN TURBO V6 ECOBOOST ENGINE IS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE WITH THE FUEL PUMP AS THE 2013-2015 MKT MODELS THAT WERE PART OF RECALL CAMPAIGN #16S31. MY CAR WAS ALSO MANUFACTURED AT THE SAME OAKVILLE ASSEMBLY AND WITHIN THE DATES SPECIFIED. I WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-panoramic-roof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic roof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258443","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY NO ONE WAS ON THE HIGHWAY A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND LIKE IT FELT LIKE SOMEONE SHOT MY CAR IN A CLOSE RANGE AND AM LUCKY TO BE ALIVE I STARTED SWERVING. PULLED OVER FRANTIC TO SEE WHAT IT WAS MY SUNROOF GLASS WAS SHATTERED ALL AROUND THE EDGES GONE. I","quote_2_odi":"11194086","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, THE FRONT PORTION OF THE GLASS PANORAMIC ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT RECEIVING ANY IMPACT. THERE WAS A VERY LOUD \"POP\" AND WHEN I PULLED OVER I DISCOVERED THE GLASS WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. NOTHING TO MY KNOWLEDGE IMPACTED THE ROOF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-power-steering-assist-fault","label":"Power steering assist fault and steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11629042","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the power steering system failure warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to maneuver the steering wheel as needed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was determined that","quote_2_odi":"11327594","quote_2_text":"I STARTED MY 2012 LINCOLN MKT 3.5L THE STEERING WAS HARD TO TURN AND THE DASHBOARD ERROR MESSAGE READS 'POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT. I GOOGLE IT AND IT SHOWED THAT THE 'POWER STEERING ASSIT FAULT ERROR MESSAGE WAS ON RECALL ON JUNE 2015. I TOWED THE CAR TO LINCOLN ON 1610","quote_3_odi":"10993144","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VETERAN'S FORD (3724 VETERANS MEMORIAL BOULEVARD, METAIRIE, LOUISIANA 70002) TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2012-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure with fluid leakage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11228589","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING HEARD ODD NOISES AND BURNT FLUID TRANSFER CASE WAS DEFECTIVE BOTH OF MY FORD AWD DID ECACT SAME THING","quote_2_odi":"11154854","quote_2_text":"1) THE INSPECTOR REPORTED THE TIRES MOUNTED ON THE REAR OF YOUR VEHICLE ARE NOT THE MANUFACTURE'S RECOMMEND TIRE SIZE. THE INSPECTOR VERIFIED THE TRANSFER CASE FAILED INTERNALLY AND SNAPPED OFF OF THE TRANSMISSION. THE FRONT U-JOINT OF THE REAR DRIVE SHAFT IS BENT AND LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-door-latch-pillar-trim","label":"Door latch and pillar trim panel failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11697365","quote_1_text":"B and C pillar trim panels have come loose requiring replacement when they fall off. One completely detached while I was driving on the interstate and was run over by a vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11618618","quote_2_text":"While traveling out of state, the latch on the passenger’s side door would not latch","quote_3_odi":"10587566","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVER DOOR SIDE CLOSE THE AJAR DOOR REMAIN ON. NEED TO CLOSE COUPLES OF TIME BUT STILL NOT RESOLVE A PROBLEM .WHEN I WENT TO AUTO REPAIR SHOP SAME PROBLEM FOR EVERY 2013 LINCOLN MKT . *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-fuel-pump-stall-no-start","label":"Fuel pump module failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11316530","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION ONCE RESTARTED","quote_2_odi":"11119686","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE I WAS ON ROAD DRIVING, SURVIVED THE CRASH. FORD HAD RECALL FOR 3.5L ENGINE , BUT NOT FOR 2.0 ECOBOOST ENGINE ACCORDING TO DEALER IT IS SAME AS NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V621000. FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION MAY CAUSE ENGINE STALL","quote_3_odi":"11010741","quote_3_text":"CAR WOULD NOT START, SO IT WAS TOWED TO LOCAL MECHANIC. SAID NO FUEL WAS BEING SENT TO ENGINE BY FUEL PUMP DUE TO COMPUTER ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11548424","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the power steering went out while driving. The power steering warning light came on as the steering went out. It was extremely difficult to steer the car. I was fortunate to keep my car under control and stop","quote_2_odi":"11482186","quote_2_text":"The MKT had only about 20,000 miles on it. I had NO POWER STEERING. Per different Lincoln mechanics, the \"remedy\" was to turn the car off & then restart it to clear light & restore power steering","quote_3_odi":"11327060","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING AND THE VEHICLE LOST CONTROL AND RAN INTO A SIGN. THE SIGN WAS ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-rear-toe-link-suspension-recall","label":"Rear toe link recall repair and replacement issues","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11677070","quote_1_text":"Both rear driver and passenger side toe links were replaced at Colonial Ford in Connecticut due to the recall. The driver side is fine, the defective part installed at Colonial Ford is the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11361280","quote_2_text":"REPLACEMENT OF REAR TOW LINK; HAVE HAD TO REPLACE TIRES PREMATURELY EVEN AFTER MULTIPLE ALIGNMENTS. THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ONLY RECEIVED A NOTICE BUT HAVE NOT BEEN ASKED TO BRING VEHICLE FOR REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11414984","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2013-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in tail light housing","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11252289","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TAIL LIGHTS RETAINED WATER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED YEARS AGO FOR THE SAME FAILURE AND WAS SEALED. THE FAILURE RECURRED WITH A HORIZONTAL HAIRLINE FRACTURE","quote_2_odi":"10936284","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY NINE HOURS, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE ON THE DRIVER SIDE TAIL LIGHT HOUSING. THE OWNER EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","quote_3_odi":"10627080","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PANEL ACCUMULATED WATER, WHICH CAUSED THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE TAIL LIGHT BULB TO FAIL. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE REAR PANEL NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11542978","quote_1_text":"Backup camera has failed. This is a very important safety item to avoid injuring children playing behind the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11542985","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated while reversing at 5 MPH, the rear camera was inoperable and the message \"Camera Unavailable\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11387839","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA FREQUENTLY STOPS WORKING, WHICH GREATLY REDUCES REARWARD VISIBILITY AND COMPROMISES SAFETY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-climate-control-malfunction","label":"Climate control panel random activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11384461","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE RADIO CLIMATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL RANDOMLY ACTIVATED AND ERRONEOUSLY CHANGE MODES","quote_2_odi":"11281277","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE RADIO CLIMATE TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL RANDOMLY ACTIVATED AND ERRONEOUSLY CHANGE MODES","quote_3_odi":"11270213","quote_3_text":"WHEN CAR TURNS ON THE RADIO WILL PUT THE HEAT ALL THE WAY UP IN 80 DEGREE WEATHER AND WHEN YOU TRY TO ADJUST IT GOES BACK UP TO HI HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730115","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled and shut off and failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11631017","quote_2_text":"Car suddenly stalled/turned off. Moving at low, parking lot, speed","quote_3_odi":"11240246","quote_3_text":"UNABLE TO START CAR. INITIALLY NO KEY DETECTED APPEARED AS A WARNING WHILE DRIVING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof/moonroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11072874","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11043595","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC GLASS ROOF SUDDENLY BROKE OFF WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10628779","quote_3_text":"SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED, THIS IS CAR NUMBER 315, WE ARE A LIVERY COMPANY AND THIS IS CAR 1 OF 5 (SO FAR) TO HAVE THE SUN ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTER OUT OF 18 CARS PURCHASED (ALL 2014 LINCOLN MKT'S.) *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup or loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11673850","quote_1_text":"Turn car on and the steering wheel was impossible to turn","quote_2_odi":"11661576","quote_2_text":"There is a recall for this on different VIN for this year and car, but not this VIN. The electric power steering locks up unable to move when you hit a bump or try to turn into somewhere or just changing lanes","quote_3_odi":"11365311","quote_3_text":"AFTER STARTING THE CAR FROM A COLD (65 DEGREE) CONDITION, THE DISPLAY SHOWED AN ERROR MESSAGE \"ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM MALFUNCTION\" AND I OBSERVED NO POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkt-2014-suspension-recall-backorder","label":"Rear suspension recall parts backorder","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11365811","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM LINCOLN IN EARLY 2020 FOR A RECALL ON REAR SUSPENSION TOW LINKS","quote_2_odi":"11362262","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V072000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"mkt-2015-back-over-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11751529","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11694923","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that there was a failure with the rearview camera, occasionally displaying a blank screen or being inoperable while reversing. The message \"Camera not Available - Please Contact the Dealer\" was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11664598","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKT. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera intermittently failed to operate as needed. The contact stated that the image on the screen was distorted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKT","model_slug":"mkt","cluster_id":"mkt-2015-panoramic-roof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic/sunroof glass shattering while driving or parked","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11752449","quote_1_text":"Panoramic Ceiling exploded while driving. No one was around me nor was it in bad weather. My entire drive home the glass was falling into the liner and down the side of the car","quote_2_odi":"11302398","quote_2_text":"WE BELIEVE THE MOONROOF SHATTERED WHILE SITTING IN OUR GARAGE. I LEFT WITH THE VEHICLE AND HAD NOT NOTICED ANYTHING UNTIL MY DAUGHTER ASKED WHERE THE COLD AIR HITTING HER FACE WAS COMING FROM AS WE STARTED DOWN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11023477","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS ON I-78 ON A CLEAR DAY WITH A TEMPERATUE OF 75 DEGREES AT A SPEED OF LESS THAN 70 MPH, NO BRIDGES, NO ROUGH PAVEMENT. ALL OF A SUDDEN THE FIXED PANORAMIC ROOF (FORWARD PANEL) SHATTERED CAUSED A LOUD BANG. SOUNDED LIKE A TIRE BLEW OUT!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkt","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure with hard-to-depress pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11614380","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","quote_2_odi":"11311837","quote_2_text":"STARTING IN EARLY FALL 2019, MULTIPLE PROBLEMS WITH BREAKS, REPLACED ALL PADS & ROTORS NOW X 2. BREAK PEDDLE HAS INTERMITTENT SPONGY FEEL- ISN'T CONSISTENT PRESSURE, SOMETIMES IS SUPER HARD TO PRESS DOWN, OTHER TIMES PRESS IT FOR A LONG TIME AND THE VEHICLE ISN'T STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"11433262","quote_3_text":"I was driving my 2010 Lincoln MKX in heavy traffic when the signal light turned red. When I pushed the brake to stop it was very stiff and I almost hit another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-headlight-wiring-harness","label":"Headlight wiring harness failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11447390","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the headlights failed to illuminate as needed. The dealer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the headlight bulbs and wires; however, the failure recurred","quote_2_odi":"11045829","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT NIGHT HEADLIGHTS STARTED TO FLICKER AND THEN WENT OUT. 1ST LEFT SIDE THEN RIGHT SIDE. SOLDER CONNECTING HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY TO ELECTRICAL WIRING DISSOLVED","quote_3_odi":"10458058","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT FAILED. AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE HE REALIZED THAT THE WIRING HARNESS WAS MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-power-transfer-unit-failure","label":"Power transfer unit and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10948454","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STARTED MAKING HUMMING SOUND WHILE ACCELERATING AT LOW SPEED. NOTICED A LEAK OF VERY DARK FLUID THE FOLLOWING DAY. TOOK IT TO MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THE ISSUE AS A LEAKING PTU (POWER TRANSFER UNIT)","quote_2_odi":"10910092","quote_2_text":"PTU (POWER TRANSFER UNIT) WHICH IS A NONSERVISABLE UNIT FAILS AND HAS BEEN ON NUMEROUS VEHICLES. THIS FAILUR HAS THE POTENTIAL OF CAUSING A SERIOUS ACCIDENT DUE TO IT POSSIBLY LOCKING UP AND CAUSING A VEHICLE LOSE OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11207075","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR BAD- -ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE VEHICLE WAS IN DRIVE, VEHICLE STOPPED MOVING, TWICE ON HIGHWAY (MOVING IN MIDDLE LANE), TWICE ON DOWNHILL EXIT RAMP (STOPPED AT RED LIGHT), AND TWICE ON CITY STREET INCLINE (IN MOTION)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-seat-track-rocking","label":"Front seat rocking during acceleration and braking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11451864","quote_1_text":"The front seat when we had to come to a stop the seat bounced forward and then back. Very dangerous. This should be a recall","quote_2_odi":"11405646","quote_2_text":"FOR THE PAST 5 YEARS, MY DRIVER'S SEAT HAS MADE A METAL ON METAL LOUD SLIPPING NOISE WHEN MAKING TURNS AND BRAKING. THE DEALER ADVISED ME (OUT OF WARRANTY) THAT IT WAS A BROKEN SEAT TRACK AND IS COMMON OCCURRENCE","quote_3_odi":"10732146","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVERS AND PASSENGER SEATS TILT BACKWARDS DURING ACCELERATION (USUALLY HARD START). THE SEATS WOULD ALSO TILT FORWARD ON HARD BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2010-lincoln-mkx-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11039352","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: TOOK MY 2010 LINCOLN MKX TO HOOKS LINCOLN IN FORT WORTH, AND ASKED THEM WHEN I MIGHT EXPECT TO GET MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REPLACED. THE SERVICE MANAGER TOLD ME TO GO BACK HOME AND WAIT FOR A LETTER TELLING ME WHEN TO BRING MY CAR IN FOR THE AIRBAG REPLACEMENT","quote_2_odi":"11466366","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH and crossing an intersection, another vehicle crashed into the passenger’s side of the vehicle and pushed the vehicle into oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11613278","quote_3_text":"I am satisfied with the help that the customer service assisted me with and that was getting my service moved up to September 26th from the original date of October 30th. But I am not satisfied with the remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal loss and brake booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11705682","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal went to the floor couldnt stop nearly crashed","quote_2_odi":"11220623","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE BOOSTER ON MY VEHICLE WENT OUT AND IT CAUSED SEVERAL NEAR MISS ACCIDENTS WHERE I FELT LIKE I WASN'T GOING TO BE ABLE TO STOP IN TIME BEFORE WE REALIZED WHAT WAS WRONG","quote_3_odi":"11476856","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Door ajar sensor false alerts preventing lock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10926642","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR AJAR SENSOR COMES ON FREQUENTLY. INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON WHEN THIS HAPPENS, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DRIVE AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11122088","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS DOOR SHOWS OPEN WHEN CLOSED. CANT LOCK THE DOORS AND BATTERY DRAINS. HAPPENS WHEN CLOSING AT STOP ON WHEN MOVING","quote_3_odi":"10981736","quote_3_text":"DOOR DRIVERS SIDE AJAR LATCH ISSUE: EVEN WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED THE VEHICLE STILL SAYS THE DOOR IS AJAR. THIS HAS BEEN FIXED FOUR TIMES SINCE I HAVE HAD THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-engine-stall-driving","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10439184","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE THEN COASTED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"10735445","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS GOING TO PULL OUT OF A PARALLEL PARKING SPOT, THE CAR IMMEDIATELY STALLED AND LOST ALL POWER WHILE IN DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"10820609","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 LINCOLN MKX SUDDENLY SHUT OFF WHEN DRIVING OFF THE EXPRESSWAY. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY TURNED OFF, GIVING ME A WRENCH TOOL ON THE DASH BOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-infotainment-camera","label":"Touchscreen, SYNC, and rearview camera malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10993509","quote_1_text":"THE 8 INCH TOUCH SCREEN HAS GONE BLANK. CAN NOT ACCESS PHONE, AUDIO, TEMP. OR NAVIGATION SCREENS. THIS OCCURED UPON STARTING VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11695349","quote_2_text":"My backup rearview camera blacked out one day. Then it came back upside down","quote_3_odi":"10404872","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, THE SYNC SCREEN GOES COMPLETELY BLANK. AT THIS POINT I HAVE NO ACCESS TO HEAT, A/C, DEFROSTER, RADIO, OR BACKUP CAMERA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2011-ptu-transfer-case","label":"Power transfer unit and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11743139","quote_1_text":"PTU failing and leaking fluid. Needs replacement. Ford stated it’s a lifetime fluid but the fluid fails due to sitting next to hot exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11353484","quote_2_text":"PTU FAILURE ON A VEHICLE THAT ALREADY HAD SERVICE ON THE SAME PART. LOUD GRINDING, DRAG, INTERMITTENT NOISE THAT PEAKED IN THE BEGINNING AROUND 35-40MPH, EVENTUALLY GRINDING AT LOW SPEED, LOUD BANGING NOISE","quote_3_odi":"11179779","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION ISSUES. SHIFTS HARD. ALREADY SPENT 2500 TO FIX THE TRANSFER CASE. WE'VE HEARD TONS OF PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-airbag-warning-inflator","label":"Airbag warning light and inflator recall issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11072831","quote_1_text":"THE DEALER HAS NOT INSTRUCTED ME TO TAKE MY VEHICLE TO A FORD OR LINCOLN DEALER TO HAVE MY PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10681241","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE ON A SHORT LOCAL TRIP, THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND STAYED ON. THE NEXT DAY, THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHERE THEY FOUND THE WIRING HARNESS CHAFFING NEAR THE SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR LOCATED UNDER THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss and master cylinder/booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10625747","quote_1_text":"BRAKE BOOSTER FAILURE RESULTED IN \"NEAR MISS.\" THE BRAKES WERE HISSING, INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT TO PRESS, AND WENT SOFT EVENTUALLY AFTER STANDING ON THEM TO ENGAGE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR THE FORD EDGE / LINCOLN MKX WITH AN ASSOCIATED \"CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM\" (READ RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11500171","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the brake master cylinder was replaced; however, the failure persisted","quote_3_odi":"11435249","quote_3_text":"I had to slam on the brakes due to a driver pulling out in front of me without looking. The brakes went to the floor and I had difficulty getting the car stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Door ajar sensor false warning and battery drain","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10958829","quote_1_text":"DRIVER DOOR AJAR WARNING LIGHT IS ON. HAS BEEN REPAIRED ONCE UNDER WARRANTY. WHEN ON, THE DOOR LOCKS DO NOT SECURE THE VEHICLE SHOULD IT BE INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT!","quote_2_odi":"11241767","quote_2_text":"LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR SENSOR WILL NOT SHUT OFF. THE CAR CONSISTENTLY THINKS THE DOOR IS AJAR WHEN IN FACT THE DOOR IS CLOSED. THIS SETS THE VEHICLE CAR ALARM OFF WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PARKED 2-4 TIMES A DAY","quote_3_odi":"11034082","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR AJAR SENSOR IS DEFECTIVE WHICH CAUSES WARNING LIGHT ON DASH TO LIGHT, SHIFT INTO PARK LIGHT TO COME ON AND INTERIOR LIGHTS TO STAY ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-powertrain-warning-loss-power","label":"Loss of power with powertrain warning light illuminated","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11481754","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the accelerator pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond. The All-Wheel Drive (AWD) warning light and the power train warning light were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11258476","quote_2_text":"I WOULD BE DRIVING AND A MESSAGE WOULD COME UP WITH A WRENCH ON IT AND I WOULD LOSE POWER AND EVENTUALLY STOAL....NOT GOOD ON HIGHWAY!!!!","quote_3_odi":"10722414","quote_3_text":"GOING DOWN THE STREET WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR GIVE A BIG HICCUP, THEN JUST A FEW FEET MORE, ANOTHER BIG HICCUP, THEN HAD NO POWER, COULD PRESS THE GAS PEDAL TO THE FLOOR, AND NOTHING, LUCKILY WAS ABLE TO PULL IT OFF THE STREET, OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2012-touchscreen-camera-failure","label":"Touch screen and rearview camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11306461","quote_1_text":"SINCE 2017, TOUCH SCREEN WENT TO BLACK SEVERAL TIMES WHEN I STARTED THE CAR ON A CITY STREET, AND WOULD NOT TURN ON WITHIN 24 HOURS. GOT MORE SERIOUS IN 2019, THE SCREEN DIDN'T TURN ON AFTER 3 DAYS","quote_2_odi":"11668525","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera was reversed. The contact stated that the image was upside down and the camera was flickering","quote_3_odi":"11526703","quote_3_text":"I am having issues with my touch screen. My screen will go black every other week, for about a day and the the SNYC will update. This time, it’s been over a week, and the screen is still black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera fails to display or shows upside-down image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11525554","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the back over prevention camera failed to display an image while in operation. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the camera needed to be replaced by a certified mechanic who was not associated with the dealership. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11658485","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera failed to display an image. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the backup prevention camera","quote_3_odi":"11733840","quote_3_text":"My rear veiw camera only works when it wants to. It is either upside down and no use for backing up or black screen with no working message. I see other years are being recalled for that same reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS module failure, pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11579402","quote_1_text":"Our car has been having issues with the breaks. At random times the break peddle gets very spongy and has to be pushed to the floor before the brakes will activate. The reduced break pressure has caused near crashes as the vehicle does not slow down when the breaks are pushed","quote_2_odi":"11543141","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and attempting to decelerate, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard, but the vehicle failed to stop as needed. After pumping the brake pedal, the vehicle was able to come to a","quote_3_odi":"11341268","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE BOOSTER AND THE ABS MODULE FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-door-ajar-false-alert","label":"Door ajar warning stays on with doors closed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10861265","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED, THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT STAYS ON AND THE DOORS NEVER LOCK WHILE DRIVING. ALSO THE DOOR CAN BE CLOSED AND THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT WILL NOT BE ON BUT AT ANY MOMENT THE DOOR AJAR LIGHT WILL COME ON CAUSING THE FACTORY ALARM TO GO OFF AT ANY TIME, DAY OR NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11080989","quote_2_text":"THE \"DOOR AJAR\" INDICATOR STAYS ON WHEN THE DOORS ARE CLOSED. THIS CAUSES OTHER INDICATOR LIGHTS TO ACTIVATE SUCH AS \"SHIFT TO PARK\". IT ALSO PREVENTS THE CAR FROM BEING LOCKED FROM THE INSIDE. IT IS ANNOYING AND CAN BE DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"11405661","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER'S DOOR IS CLOSED, BUT THE 'OPEN DOOR' ALERT REMAINS ON, AS WELL AS THE INTERIOR LIGHTS & EXIT LIGHTS. MULTIPLE DOOR CLOSURES, SOFT, SLAMMING, PARK, RESTART. NO RESOLUTION. RAMDOMLY TURNS OFF , BUT HAS STAYED ON OVERNIGHT, & IN PARKING LOTS, BEING UNAWARE IT STAYED ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalls while driving, loses steering and brakes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11047965","quote_1_text":"AT NIGHT, WHILE AT SPEED (60 MPH) IN CENTER LANE OF A CROWDED HIGHWAY DURING EVENING COMMUTE, THE ENGINE STOPPED, RESULTING IN LOSS OF PROPULSION, POWER STEERING, AND POWER BRAKES. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON THE RIGHT SHOULDER WITHOUT COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11628023","quote_2_text":"Vehicle randomly dies while driving. Can happen at anytime and at any speed. No warning at all. Does not leave a check engine light so no code is recorded. Very dangerous. Otherwise vehicle runs well but is too dangerous to drive. All steering, acceleration, brakes, etc. are","quote_3_odi":"11245337","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE'S POWER SHUT DOWN WITHOUT ANY WARNING ON BUSY CITY STREET (3 LANE ROAD). I WAS UNABLE TO STEER OR BRAKE. I HAD TO COAST OFF THE ROAD UNTIL CAR STOPPED. THEN I PUT IT INTO PARK. IT RESTARTED AND DROVE FINE AFTER THE RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2013-transmission-driveline-fault","label":"Transmission park indicator and driveline faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11349308","quote_1_text":"IN REGARDS TO MY 2013 LINCOLN MKX, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FREQUENTLY DOES NOT ENGAGE IN PARK --- ABOUT HALF THE TIME. WHEN STATIONARY, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER IS PUSHED INTO THE \"P\" POSITION, BUT THE VEHICLE WARNS VIA A DINGING AND DASH WARNING THAT IT IS","quote_2_odi":"11354211","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY 2013 LINCOLN MKX FOR MAINTENANCE. I WAS TOLD THAT MY POWER TRANSFER UNIT, (PTU) WAS DEFECTIVE, IT IS A SEALED UNIT AND BEING AN INTEGRAL PART OF THE DRIVE TRAIN, IT NEEDED TO BE CHANGED. VEHICLE WAS STATIONERY","quote_3_odi":"11292079","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HER HUSBANDS FRIEND WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE FELT AS IF THEY WENT OVER CEMENT BLOCKS AND MADE A LOUD NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS. THE DRIVER MERGED OFF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND TAKEN TO A LOCAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11695862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that a message was displayed, indicating that the camera was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11688699","quote_2_text":"The rear view camera has a major issue it either goes black or even upside down creating a major hazard when I have to park or go into reverse","quote_3_odi":"11428270","quote_3_text":"Backup camera is now displaying completely upside down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS hydraulic unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112571","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AND THE CONTACT WAS EXITING, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD DOWN THE DRIVEWAY. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_2_odi":"11511044","quote_2_text":"I was driving and went to apply the brakes and they went almost to the floor, with very little braking ability. Thankfully I was going uphill and the car in front of me was not too close or I would have hit that car. And in a snowstorm to boot!","quote_3_odi":"11256596","quote_3_text":"I HAD NOTICED A WEEK PRIOR TO DRIVING TO WORK EVERYDAY THAT MY BRAKES WERE SOMETIMES GOING TO THE FLOOR AND SOMETIMES STOPPING ALL THE WAY UP MAKING THE PEDAL HARD TO PUSH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10658527","quote_1_text":"DRIVING AT 50 MPH, I LOST POWER STEERING, THEN REALIZED ENGINE SHUT OFF. WAS ABLE TO DRIFT OVER TO GET OFF ROAD AND STOP CAR. ENGINE WAS ABLE TO START AND RUN FINE AFTER THAT","quote_2_odi":"10750182","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CAR SHUT OFF AND LOST TOTAL POWER. LOST STEERING, BRAKING, AND ENGINE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT 50 + MILES PER AN HOUR","quote_3_odi":"10713914","quote_3_text":"ENGINE DIED, MESSAGE ON SCREEN SAID [NO KEY DETECTED].I MANAGED TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER AND STOP. CAR RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2014-transmission-not-in-park","label":"False transmission-not-in-park warning and rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10659003","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKX. WHILE PARKED ON A FLAT SURFACE, THE VEHICLE ROLLED BACKWARDS WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED APPROXIMATELY FOUR TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11311939","quote_2_text":"PUT CAR IN PARK AND RECEIVED A MESSAGE ON THE DASH SAYING \"TRANSMISSION NOT IN PARK\" BUT THE GEAR SHIFT WAS IN PARK","quote_3_odi":"10689487","quote_3_text":"I PARKED MY VEHICLE ON A SLIGHT INCLINE IN PARKING LOT, WHEN SHORTLY THEREAFTER, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY AND CRASHED INTO A GATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-brake-hose-recall-delay","label":"Brake hose rupture and recall parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11754664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The ABS warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11744532","quote_2_text":"I am writing to file a formal safety complaint regarding the extreme delay in the recall remedy for my vehicle. Despite the recall being issued months ago, Ford Motor Company/Lincoln has failed to resolve this critical safety issue in a timely manner","quote_3_odi":"11660238","quote_3_text":"Right rear brake line ruptured while driving. I felt the pedal go to the floor, pulled over and got towed home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-electrical-recall-nostart","label":"Electrical system failure and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11484035","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. The contact's husband replaced the battery, and the vehicle restarted; however, the failure reoccurred twice","quote_2_odi":"11408346","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE COMING OUT OF A STANDSTILL, THE VEHICLE STATED \"A TRAIN MAINTENANCE NEEDED\" WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. SHORTLY AFTERWARDS SMOKE WAS COMING OUT OF THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11326497","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V809000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-exhaust-fumes-cabin","label":"Exhaust fumes and odor entering the cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11311789","quote_1_text":"CAR IS GETTING CARBON MONOXIDE IN THE CABIN OF THE CAR WITH A STRONG SULFUR SMELL, ESPECIALLY AFTER HARD ACCELERATION. CAR IS BACK AT LINCOLN FOR THE SECOND TIME TRYING TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11011586","quote_2_text":"2016 LINCOLN MKX - UNDER HARD ACCELERATION, I AM GETTING EXHAUST FUMES AND ALSO ROTTEN EGG SMELL COMING INTO THE INTERIOR WITH A.C. ON AND IN RECIRCULATE MODE WITH WINDOWS UP. MY SUV ONLY HAS 27,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11012053","quote_3_text":"SINCE PURCHASING BRAND NEW IN NOVEMBER 2015, VEHICLE HAS EMITTED STRONG SULPHURIC SMELL IN CABIN WHEN ACCELERATING FROM ANY SPEED OR FROM STATIONARY POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-liftgate-unexpected-close","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly on occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11318773","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2016 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LIFTGATE INADVERTENTLY CLOSED TRAPPING HER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE PREVIOUSLY OCCURRED TWICE AND OTHERS WERE ABLE TO ASSIST HER","quote_2_odi":"11279506","quote_2_text":"WHEN LOADING GROCERIES IN THE TRUNK OF THE SUV, I HAD KEYS IN MY POCKET AND MY 8 YEAR OLD WAS LEANING OVER IN THE TRUNK PUTTING THE BAGS IN THE BACK- HER FEET WERE UNDER NEATH THE BACK OF THE CAR AND THE TRUNK STARTED CLOSING BC I WAS WITHIN RANGE FOR THE HANDLESS ENTRY","quote_3_odi":"11519580","quote_3_text":"In 2019 the rear liftgate on my 2016 Lincoln MKX would open correctly and then immediately start automatically closing causing whomever was standing at the rear of the vehicle to abruptly jump out of the way of the closing hatch to avoid serious injury","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and driveline failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11747526","quote_1_text":"Tuesday June 2, 2026 my car went into the shop. At which time the viscous coupler was replaced for the rear AWD differential. This was a Ford OEM Part that had failed","quote_2_odi":"11634018","quote_2_text":"The rear differential appears to be an issue on these vehicles. 2021-2022 models/vehicles were recalled for having an issue with the rear differential. Fortunately there was not an accident with my vehicle as I was able to determine that it shouldn’t be driven","quote_3_odi":"11144491","quote_3_text":"THE SUV PTO OR POWER TRANSFER UNIT OVER HEATS LEAKS GEAR OIL AND BURNS ON EXHURST PIPES. HAVE TO PULL OVER TO BREATHE AND LET COOL DOWN. DEALER SAYS IT IS A SEALED UNIT AND SHOULD NOT LEAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-swollen-lug-nuts","label":"Swollen or rounded lug nuts preventing wheel removal","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11574530","quote_1_text":"Told by Diamond Ford in Lancaster CA that my Lug Nuts need to be replaced at the cost of $225.00. I have been driving for 60 years and Never had to replace Lug Nuts","quote_2_odi":"11459743","quote_2_text":"Brought vehicle into the dealer for tire rotation service. They said they could not take my wheels off the car because the lug nuts have become swollen","quote_3_odi":"11443824","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for routine maintenance, the dealer informed the contact that the lug nuts needed to be replaced due to the lug nut edges being rounded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body failure and sudden loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10906061","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN THE CENTER LANE ON THE BROOKLYN QUEENS EXPRESSWAY TRAVELING HOME FROM ASTORIA, QUEENS TO MY HOME IN BROOKLYN. HAVING PASSED THE ATLANTIC AVENUE EXIT AT APPROXIMATELY 3:15 PM AND PRESSING ON THE GAS PEDAL, THE CAR LOST ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10888737","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON I 10 HEADED WEST WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I LOST THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. I HAD A VERY SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME TO CROSS 4 LANES OF TRAFFIC TO GET TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER (WHICH WAS VERY SMALL). SO THERE I SAT","quote_3_odi":"10917221","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST ACCELERATION AND WARNING LIGHT/WRENCH SYMBOL CAME ON. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 10 MPH AND LIMPED TO SIDE OF ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"2016-lincoln-mkx-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11739238","quote_1_text":"The internal water pump failed, dumping a half gallon of antifreeze into the engine oil. This caused the engine to suddenly stall and lose all power while driving in the middle of active traffic, creating a severe crash hazard","quote_2_odi":"11089559","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 LINCOLN MKX. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS A COOLANT LEAK UNDERNEATH THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE, AND THE RADIATOR AND RESERVOIR CONTAINERS WERE EMPTY","quote_3_odi":"11507461","quote_3_text":"At this months regular oils change my current mechanic Dahl ford said the water pump was leaking. The estimated repair is $5000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-over prevention camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11728794","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that after the vehicle was serviced by the dealer under an undisclosed recall repair, the rearview camera and other driver-assisted features became inoperable. The camera was functioning properly prior to the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11691700","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while reversing, the back-over prevention camera displayed a black screen. The contact stated that the failure impaired the ability to operate the vehicle safely. In addition, the contact stated that the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-battery-cable-recall-delay","label":"Battery cable chafe recall parts delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11348542","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V226000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MAC HAIK JACKSON CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM","quote_2_odi":"11330304","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V809000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED TO PUGMIRE LINCOLN OF MARIETTA (1865 COBB PKWY SE, MARIETTA, GA 30060;","quote_3_odi":"11398634","quote_3_text":"NHTSA 19V-809 BATTERY CABLE MAY CHAFE & CAUSE ELECTRICAL SHORT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-brake-hose-leak-recall","label":"Rear brake hose leak and pedal failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745876","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle veered to the right. Additionally, the vehicle shuddered while slowing down and while making a turn. The contact stated that while driving downhill and depressing the brake","quote_2_odi":"11723951","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The brake pedal was soft and spongy. In addition, the service brake warning light was illuminated. The","quote_3_odi":"11686688","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated while driving approximately 30-40 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that the vehicle was coasted downhill to decelerate. The contact pulled into a parking lot and engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11514440","quote_1_text":"The contact owns 2017 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while driving at highway speeds. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11361482","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED'S THE ENGINE SHUTS DOWN WITH NO THROTTLE RESPONSE OR ACCELERATION. THE ONLY OPTION IS TO COAST THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. AT THAT POINT THE ENGINE IS AT A VERY SLOW AND ROUGH IDLE WITH THE ORANGE SERVICE WRENCH AND WARNING LIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11182361","quote_3_text":"THE CAR SHUTS OFF WITHOUT WARNING WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING. IT HAS HAPPENED 6 TIMES IN THE LAST 3 MONTHS. THE POWER STEERING SHUTS OFF AND THE CAR COMES TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE YOU ARE ABLE TO TRY TO RESTART THE CAR. THIS IS A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE WHEN THIS HAPPENS ON A BUSY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-exhaust-odor-cabin","label":"Exhaust odor and carbon monoxide entering cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11244588","quote_1_text":"HAS CARBON MONOXIDE IN THE CABIN ON HIGHWAY DRIVING . I HAVE A CO METER AS I HAVE HAD THE CAR IN TO DEALER 7 TIMES FOR SAME ISSUE & IT IS STILL NOT FIXED. THEY NOW CLAIM IT IS OK BUT STILL HAVE 15 PPM IN 10 MINUTES OF DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND LEVEL STILL RISING. THEY SAY THIS IS","quote_2_odi":"11229749","quote_2_text":"DURING HARD ACCELERATION, THE SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS ENTERS THE CABIN REGARDLESS OF WHAT TYPE OF FAN IS BLOWING (AIR CONDITIONING - FRESH AIR OR RECIRCULATE). LINCOLN UNDER A TSB CLAIMED THAT THEY FIXED THE PROBLEM BY RESEALING THE REAR SEALS TO THE REAR HATCH. THE SMELL CONTINUES","quote_3_odi":"11014999","quote_3_text":"STRONG SMELL OF ROTTEN EGGS IN PASSENGER CABIN. BECAME STRONGER AS VEHICLE SPEED INCREASES . A/C IN USE. ALL PASSENGERS DEVELOPED HEADACHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkx-2017-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Swollen wheel lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11563156","quote_1_text":"I took Automobile in for 4 new tires and the tire shop had to replace 5 Lug Nuts","quote_2_odi":"11519266","quote_2_text":"Lug nuts are swollen and almost impossible to remove. I could not change a flat tire. Firestone insisted that I needed to replace the lug nuts. Apparently this is a known Ford/Lincoln problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11741242","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V544000(SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) However, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_2_odi":"11389181","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V469000 (SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED BAYWAY LINCOLN…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-catalytic-converter-p0430","label":"Catalytic converter P0430 fault codes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11729226","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has had emissions vehicle since before I owned it up to now. The catalytic converter has been replaced 4 times which is unheard of. Its presently giving the same codes/issues. The last catalytic converter replacement was November of 2024. It has to be a computer…","quote_2_odi":"11657452","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKX. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was intermittently illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where the vehicle was scanned, and a fault code…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11123198","quote_1_text":"WE HAD OUR FIRST INCIDENT ON AUG 2 WHEN MY WIFE WAS DRIVING. CAR STALLED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND SHE RESTARTED IT . TRANSMISSION WAS IN DRIVE AND SHE STARTED TO ACCELETE TO GO AHEAD. THE CAR ITSELF WENT INTO REVERSE AND ALMOST HIT THE CAR BEHIND HER. SHE WAS EXTREMELY SHAKEN…","quote_2_odi":"11130185","quote_2_text":"JULY 25, 2018: UPON STARTING CAR WHILE STATIONARY IN A PARKING SPOT, DASH LIGHT AND INFO CLUSTERS DID NOT LIGHT UP. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, DRIVING AND BRAKE LIGHTS DID NOT WORK OR LIGHT UP. TURNED OFF CAR, RE-STARTED. ALL LIGHTS WORKED, THEN DROVE TO AN APPOINTMENT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-stop-lamp-lens-detachment","label":"High-mount stop lamp lens detachment","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11687125","quote_1_text":"Was advised by a law enforcement officer the high-mount stop lamp lens had detatched from the lamp housing. Apparently, the adhesive holding the plastic lens had deteriorated and allowed seperation of the components. The LED circuit board is now exposed to the elements…","quote_2_odi":"11726271","quote_2_text":"The 2018 Lincoln MKX Third Brake Light lens cracked off in 3 pieces while going through the automatic car wash dryer on the evening of Friday March 20, 2026. This appears to be an Engineering design issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKX","model_slug":"mkx","cluster_id":"mkx-2018-water-intrusion-wet-carpet","label":"Water intrusion and wet floor carpet","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11459501","quote_1_text":"Vehicle (SUV) floor board and truck had standing water from unknown source. Suspect rear hatch and/or glass roof design allows for environmental contamination to enter. Water travels down to floor and pools. For example, spare tire was found to be submerged…","quote_2_odi":"11499828","quote_2_text":"Unknown/Uncertain as to why the floor is wet on right rear passenger. Dealer unable to detect why floor board is wet. I need answers because this is a health risk/ lungs risk for my family and myself due to questionable mold May probably grow from the wet carpet and wet spell","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156654","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED AND TURNING LEFT, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A TOW","quote_2_odi":"11141224","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING ON A ROCKY DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SKIDDED TO THE LEFT AND ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED A HEAD INJURY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SUSTAINED BACK AND SPINAL","quote_3_odi":"10405677","quote_3_text":"MY 2010 LINCOLN MKZ CAR WAS STRUCK IN THE DRIVERS DOOR ON 15 APRIL 2011 BY ANOTHER CAR AT AN ESTIMATED 45 MPH. SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY RESULTING IN DRIVER AND PASSENGER BEING BADLY INJURED. BOTH VEHICLES WERE TOTALED. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-brake-pedal-floor-abs-hcu","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor from ABS hydraulic control unit","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11524721","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal had a long travel before brakes would apply. I was not able to operate my vehicle without concern for myself and others since brakes did not react quickly. It required a flush of the brake fluid and replacement of the ABS brake module. I believe this type of","quote_2_odi":"11389528","quote_2_text":"AFTER HITTING BRAKES HARD ON WET SURFACE THE ABS ACTIVATED. FROM THAT POINT ON THE BRAKES WOULD DEPRESS TO THE FLOOR. TRIED TO PUMP UP, BUT THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD STILL DROP TO FLOOR BOARD. AT ONE POINT THE CAR WAS PULLED OVER SINCE THE BRAKES NO LONGER WORKED. HAD MASTER CYL","quote_3_odi":"10940095","quote_3_text":"BRAKES WERE INTERMITTENTLY FAILING TO WORK. WHEN THEY MOST OFTEN FAILED WAS AFTER HITTING A POT HOLE OR SMALL BUMP IN THE ROAD APPROACHING A SITUATION TO STOP WITH THE FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE ABS SYSTEM WOULD KICK IN AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD GO TO THE FLOOR LOSING PRESSURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-led-taillight-failure","label":"LED taillight and brake light assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10631966","quote_1_text":"AT 56,000 MILES (JUST OVER WARRANTY) A FRIEND NOTICED THAT MY DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE LIGHT WAS NOT WORKING. I HAVE NO IDEA HOW LONG THIS CONDITION EXISTED. BRAKE LIGHTS ARE A SAFETY ITEM AND I NOTE THERE ARE OTHER COMPLAINTS ON THIS SITE REGARDING THE EARLY FAILURE OF THESE LED","quote_2_odi":"10630487","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE OUTSIDE LED TAILLIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT IS NOW FLASHING, AS IF A RIGHT TURN SIGNAL WERE ACTIVATED, BUT WHEN NO TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED. THIS IS IN ADDITION TO A PRIOR REPORTED DEFECT WHERE THE SAME PASSENGER SIDE LED TAILLIGHT DISPLAYS A LIGHT CONDITION AS IF BRAKING,","quote_3_odi":"10546661","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY 2010 LINCOLN IN TO A LOCAL GARAGE FOR ANNUAL STATE INSPECTION. I WAS TOLD THAT IT WOULD NOT PASS INSPECTION DUE TO BOTH REAR BRAKE LIGHTS NOT FUNCTIONING WHEN PARKING/HEADLIGHTS ARE ON. I THEN TOOK IT TO AN AUTHORIZED FORD DEALER. THEY ALSO FAILED IT FOR A SAFETY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11157282","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: THERE IS ONLY ONE LINCOLN DEALER REMAINING IN CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS AND THEY KEEP TELLING ME THAT THERE ARE NO REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS FOR A 2010 MODEL LINCOLN MKZ SEDAN.WE HAVE BEEN TRYING TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT SINCE JULY 2017 AND I CALL MONTHLY AND KEEP GETTING","quote_2_odi":"11097226","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V384000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE CONTACT CALLED SCHUMACHER LINCOLN OF","quote_3_odi":"11078729","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V385000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN JUNE OF 2016. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH FIESTA LINCOLN (1720 SOUTH MESA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2016-01","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10460314","quote_1_text":"BACKED CROOKEDLY INTO PARKING SLOT IN PUBLIC PARKING LOT. TRIED TO STRAIGHTEN CAR IN SLOT BY SLOWLY MOVING FORWARD. CAR ON ITS OWN LURCHED AHEAD AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED; BRAKES HAD LITTLE EFFECT AND I STRUCK A PARKED CAR. SOMEHOW SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND CAR ON ITS OWN GAINED","quote_2_odi":"10425627","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE","quote_3_odi":"10548890","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE REVERSING, THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED EXCESSIVELY AS THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TWO OTHER VEHICLES. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2010,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2010-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":169,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11519631","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure Car has 44,000 miles. Dealer maintained Safety - I am reading that engine can shut off Known problem with Lincoln/ ford water pump failures in engines Just purchased vehicle last month dealer filled up reservoir w coolant said it just evaporated did not appear","quote_2_odi":"11144497","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WATER PUMP FAILED CAUSING ANTIFREEZE TO LEAK INTO THE OIL. AS A RESULT OF THE FAILURE, THE ENGINE WAS DAMAGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE FAILURE WAS DIAGNOSED AT SIOUX FALLS FORD (4901 W 26TH ST,","quote_3_odi":"11080179","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THE CAR STALLED OUT. I TRIED REPEATEDLY TO RE-START BUT IT KEPT STALLING. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO A LINCOLN DEALERSHIP NEAR MY HOME AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY AND PCM HAD TO BE REPLACED WHICH COST ME $2128. AT THE TIME OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-brake-pedal-loss-pressure","label":"Brake pedal loss of pressure to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11576429","quote_1_text":"I was driving home in rush hour traffic at approximately 50 mph. I tried to brake but the pedal went to the floor and I had no brakes at all","quote_2_odi":"11500983","quote_2_text":"Brakes worked perfectly until I had to stop suddenly. Brake pedal went almost to the floor before brakes engaged, and then only slightly","quote_3_odi":"11419202","quote_3_text":"My brakes completely gave out forcing me to use the handbrake. I took it to a Ford service shop and they said the problem was the HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-door-latch-handle-failure","label":"Door latch and interior handle failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11350862","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2011 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DOOR LATCH DETACH ON THE DRIVER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10926089","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT DRIVERS DOOR WILL NO LONGER OPEN FROM THE INSIDE. THIS STARTED ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2016 WHILE I WAS ON A ROAD TRIP","quote_3_odi":"10715187","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR UNLATCHED AND WOULD NOT CLOSE UNTIL AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11679126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware that the electronic power steering was not functioning properly, requiring an increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11502687","quote_2_text":"While making a right turn into Walmart parking lot, car was suddenly very difficult to turn. We almost hit the car in the lane next to us","quote_3_odi":"11268631","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID. WHILE THE CONTACT ENTERED THE DRIVEWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE STEERING SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING ASSIST AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11486097","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11052687","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT THIS OVER A YEAR AND A HALF AGO AND STILL HAVE NO RESOLUTION. THE DEALER TELLS ME THERE IS NO REPLACEMENT AND THAT I AM DRIVING A DANGEROUS VEHICLE THAT COULD KILL ME AND MY PASSENGERS","quote_3_odi":"10919816","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NOTIFIED IN JULY. UNSAFE TO HAVE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPIED. TOLD FIX WOULD BE AVAILABLE IN OCTOBER. OCTOBER AT AN END AND NO DATE SET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-tire-sidewall-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11541366","quote_1_text":"The tire is a NEXEN 225/45R18 After driving at highway speed on an out-of-town trip for several hours, got off the highway on the way to the hotel using suburban roads","quote_2_odi":"10658455","quote_2_text":"2011 LINCOLN MKZ ALL FOUR TIRES FAILED DUE TO CRACKS IN THE SIDEWALLS","quote_3_odi":"10761932","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2011 LINCOLN MKZ ON 11/5/2012, IT HAD 13,593 MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2011,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2011-water-pump-coolant-intrusion","label":"Water pump failure with coolant intrusion into engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11607300","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a knocking sound coming from the front of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11354103","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH NO WARNING MY ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING REAL BAD AND THEN I LOST ALL POWER DUE TO THE ENGINE STOPPING","quote_3_odi":"11464857","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-airbags-did-not-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11309872","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35- 40 MPH, LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A WOODED ELECTRIC POLE, HOWEVER THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11243345","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE DRIVING 50 MPH, THERE WAS A TWO VEHICLE COLLISION AND ALL THE VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO STOP BUT IT CAUSED MULTIPLE COLLISIONS. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED HER BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER SHE CRASHED INTO THE","quote_3_odi":"11075962","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-brake-loss-soft-pedal","label":"Brake pedal sinks to floor or brakes stop working","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11533180","quote_1_text":"There have been several occasions now where I go to brake and there is no brake! My foot goes all the way down to the floor. This can happen at a steady speak of 50 or at 10 miles an hour","quote_2_odi":"11403440","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE AND SON LEFT THE HOUSE IN OUR MKZ AND 1/2 MILE DOWN THE ROAD THE MKZ SUDDENLY LOST BRAKING CAPABILITY. MY WIFE HAD TO STEER UPHILL IN ORDER TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"11150159","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS, BRAKE PEDAL SINKS TO THE FLOOR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO STOP FOR LIGHTS, TRAFFIC, STOP SIGNS. STOPPING DISTANCE IS LONGER THAN EXPECTED UNTIL BRAKES FINALLY ENGAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch fails to hold door closed or locked","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11014614","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR LATCH IS FAILED, IDENTICAL TO THE ACTIVE 2013-2014 MODEL YEARS FAILURE. DOOR WILL NOT SHUT PROPERLY, CANNOT BE LOCKED, AND OCCASIONALLY REQUIRES OUTSIDE ASSISTANCE TO OPEN THE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11206753","quote_2_text":"DOOR LATCH WILL NOT KEEP DOOR LOCKED. DOOR SOMETIMES WILL NOT CLOSE UNLESS A PERSON PLAYS WITH THE LATCH TO MANIPULATE THE HOOKS TO GET DOOR TO CLOSE","quote_3_odi":"10891512","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT LATCH, UNTIL I PULLED UP ON THE DOOR HANDLE AND STUCK A SCREWDRIVER IN LATCH AREA TO PULL LATCH TO OPEN POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or fault","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11568886","quote_1_text":"While driving I noticed that at times my steering wheel would be difficult to turn. At first, the problem seemed small until I was trying to make a left turn on a very busy 4-lane road, and without warning the steering wheel became very difficult to turn","quote_2_odi":"11436641","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the power steering assist fault message intermittently appeared on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"10730157","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING AND EXCESSIVE FORCE WAS REQUIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2012,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable or repair delayed","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11444492","quote_1_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2012 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V158000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time","quote_2_odi":"11182537","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER IN MARCH OF 2017 STATING THAT THERE WAS AN IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL REGARDING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IN MY CAR. THE LETTER STATED THAT A RUPTURED INFLATOR MAY RESULT IN METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING VEHICLE OCCUPANTS","quote_3_odi":"11050908","quote_3_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED IN JANUARY OF 2017 OF A DEFECTIVE AIRBAG. SPECIFICALLY THE PASSENGER FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR COULD RUPTURE IF THE VEHICLE IS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WERE THE SUPPLEMENTAL FRONTAL AIRBAGS ARE DESIGNED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing doors to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11258954","quote_1_text":"DOOR LATCH BROKE IT IS UNDER RECALL WITH SOME 2013 LINCOLNS NOT ALL IT WAS IN OUR DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11282489","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR OPENED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10722632","quote_3_text":"PARKED CAR AND AFTER OPENING THE RIGHT FRONT DOOR IT WOULD NOT LATCH UPON CLOSING. I UNDERSTAND THIS ISSUE IS IDENTIFIED IN NHTSA RECALL 15V246","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and sudden loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11364467","quote_1_text":"DRIVING TIME 11:00AM TO 11:45AM, ROUND TRIP 3.5 MILES, SIDE ROAD, IN MOTION, SUNNY 66. 3 TIMES THE MOTOR DROPPED POWER, CAR COULD NOT MOVE","quote_2_odi":"11308688","quote_2_text":"2013 LINCOLN MKZ, 3.7L WITH 32516 MILES 2/7/20 AT 9:30 AM TRAVELING AT 60 MPH ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY THE MOTOR CUT OUT. DROVE IT TO THE FORD DEALER WHO RAIN DIAGNOSTICS AND FOUND NOTHING","quote_3_odi":"11363157","quote_3_text":"ON 9/28/20 TRAVELING AT 40 MPH ON A 2 LANE SIDE ROAD THE MOTOR CUT OUT OR SHUT DOWN AND LOST ALL POWER. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11717680","quote_1_text":"I was slowing down to take a turn and I see an error message saying “power steering assist failure”. And steering went stiff","quote_2_odi":"11460366","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her fiancé was making a left turn, the “Service Power Steering Now” warning light was illuminated and the steering wheel seized","quote_3_odi":"11255515","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND MY POWER STEERING SERVICE LIGHT CAME ON AND BECAME VERY HARD TO STEER AND NOW MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT IS ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-rear-seat-belt-retractor-stuck","label":"Rear seat belt retractor stuck in down position","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11195752","quote_1_text":"THE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FOR THE REAR 2/3 SEAT IS STUCK IN THE DOWN POSITION. SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE. CANNOT GET SEAT BACK UP INTO UPRIGHT POSITION. CANNOT SIT MORE THAN 1 PASSENGER IN REAR","quote_2_odi":"10985700","quote_2_text":"REAR SEAT BELT RETRACTOR STUCK. REAR 2/3 SEAT STUCK IN DOWN POSITION SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE. LET SEAT DOWN FOR THE VERY FIRST TIME AND WAS UNABLE TO GET IT BACK UP","quote_3_odi":"11121018","quote_3_text":"WHEN LETTING THE SEAT DOWN IT WONT GO BACK UP THE MIDDLE SEAT BELT RETRACT GETS ST STUCK IT HAS HAPPENED TWICE IT HAS BEEN A RECALL ON THIS BUT NOT ON MY VIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-unexpected-transmission-shift","label":"Unexpected transmission shift and gear position fault","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10572944","quote_1_text":"THE CAR SHIFTS FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL WHEN DRIVING. THE CAR SHIFTS FROM DRIVE TO LOW WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR SHIFTS FROM REVERSE TO PARK WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES A FEW TIME IT ALMOST RESULTED IN A ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11152385","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE GEAR INDICATOR DID NOT DISPLAY THE PARK POSITION WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT MUST RESHIFT TO THE PARK POSITION SEVERAL TIMES BEFORE IT THE GEAR POSITION DISPLAYED CORRECTLY","quote_3_odi":"11352711","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO HAVE TRANSMISSION FLUID ADDED TO THE TRANSMISSION AND HAVE THE VEHICLE EXAMINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2013,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2013-wheel-lug-nut-swelling","label":"Wheel lug nut swelling preventing tire rotation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11456409","quote_1_text":"We have swollen lug nuts on our vehicle. We are unable to rotate our tires and our service technician states they all need to be replaced. They state the \"outer shell is swelling\"","quote_2_odi":"11351630","quote_2_text":"DURING A SERVICE AT THE DEALERSHIP I WAS INFORMED THAT ALL MY WHEEL LUG NUTS NEEDED TO BE CHANGED BECAUSE OF SWELLING. PER THE MECHANIC, THIS IS A KNOW PROBLEM WITH THIS LUG NUTS ON THIS MODEL OF LINCOLN","quote_3_odi":"11541241","quote_3_text":"Took car in for an oil change and tire rotation. The dealer did the oil change but could not do the tire rotation because the lug nuts needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure or blackout in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11690681","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera failure. When the vehicle is put in reverse, the rear view camera does not come on creating a safety hazard while backing up since you don't always have a line of sight due to other vehicles parked next to you","quote_2_odi":"11695490","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a flipped image while reversing. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure and informed the contact that the VIN was not included in a related recall","quote_3_odi":"11340811","quote_3_text":"WHEN REVERSING, BACKUP CAMERA INTERMITTENTLY RESTARTS, SHUTS OFF, OR NEVER SHOWS. THIS IS A DANGER AS IT IS UNPREDICTABLE AND CAN CAUSE DAMAGE IF IT TURNS OFF WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake fluid loss or brake pedal going to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11467109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that as she attempted to come to a complete stop at the top of a hill, the brakes failed to operate as needed and were depressed to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11517657","quote_2_text":"The contact's friend owned a 2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid. The contact stated that while she was driving at approximately 43 MPH, a loud bang was heard coming from near the front passenger area, and then the tires and brakes seized, causing the vehicle to swerve and the contact then","quote_3_odi":"11129392","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL NEEDED TO BE PUMPED IN ORDER TO GET THE VEHICLE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure allowing door to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11257715","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER?S SIDE LATCH FAILED AND CAUSED THE DOOR TO OPEN. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE LATCH ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10915927","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT REAR DOOR SWUNG OPEN AS I WAS DRIVING. THE DOOR WON'T STAY SHUT","quote_3_odi":"11065615","quote_3_text":"CAR DOOR OPENED IN TRAFFIC WITH BABY IN CARSEAT, THREW THE CAR IN PARK. DOOR LATCH BROKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11093535","quote_1_text":"LAST NIGHT (5/12/18) WHILE TRAVELING ON A BACK ROAD (APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH) THE CAR SHUT OFF TOTALLY. LOSS OF STEERING/BRAKES. MY WIFE WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR ON THE SHOULDER","quote_2_odi":"11083193","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25-60 MPH ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LOST ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTION, INCLUDING THE POWER STEERING ASSIST AND ABS ABILITY","quote_3_odi":"11448610","quote_3_text":"Car has always performed a good cold start. But, after running a while, the following has happened, and is happening more frequently: run the car, park, and then restarting after several minutes, I have put it in gear and the engine sputters and stalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure or lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11679253","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the steering wheel was extremely difficult to turn in either direction. The messages \"Steering Assist Unavailable\" and \"Hill Assist\" were displayed on the instrument cluster","quote_2_odi":"11197299","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 LINCOLN MKZ. AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE MESSAGES 'SERVICE ADVANCE TRAC\" AND \"STEER ASSIST FAULT' WERE DISPLAYED","quote_3_odi":"11436307","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel locked up while I was driving. A message on the screen said power steering assist fault. I could not turn left or right and the brake was very difficult to press","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2014,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2014-wheel-lug-nut-seizure","label":"Wheel lug nuts seized and difficult to remove","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619904","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while her husband was inspecting the vehicle, he was unable to remove the lug nuts. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11512253","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while having the front passenger’s side tire changed due to a flat, the lug nuts were difficult to remove","quote_3_odi":"11243659","quote_3_text":"2014 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO WHEEL LUG NUTS ON VEHICLE BEING HAZARDOUS ON THE ROAD. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE LUG NUTS BECOME OVER HEATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11758219","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V695000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11755618","quote_2_text":"While in reverse of my vehicle, the back-up camera display either goes completely black, displays an error message or glitches turning itself on/off at random","quote_3_odi":"11665153","quote_3_text":"I noticed that Ford issued recalls for select 2015 vehicles in May for issues with the backup camera. I have a 2015 Lincoln MKZ that just started experiencing the same issues that were mentioned in the May 2025 Ford backup camera recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11489594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that over the past year, she had replaced the battery on three separate occasions","quote_2_odi":"11153611","quote_2_text":"IN UNDER 4 YEARS/50K MILES BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED 4 TIMES. EVERY TIME THE CAUSE IS A BAD BATTERY AND NOT A DRAW","quote_3_odi":"11704966","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle the engine shut down for no apparent reason. Light came on said do not attempt to drive, not safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-brake-hose-rupture","label":"Brake hose rupture with sudden loss of hydraulic pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11461217","quote_1_text":"While driving, the right front brake hose ruptured, releasing a large amount of brake fluid, dropping the brake pedal to the floor and causing a sudden loss of braking power","quote_2_odi":"11470558","quote_2_text":"Driver side brake line ruptured for the second time.Almost got into an accident.Had to run off the road to keep from hitting another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11549458","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 - 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-electrical-multiplex-fault","label":"Airbag warning light with horn and accessory shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11367088","quote_1_text":"THE PROBLEM HAPPENING,AND AGAIN TODAY IS THAT THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT GOES ON AND THE AIR CONDITIONING STOPS WORKING AND THE POWER WINDOWS WON'T OPEN ON PASSENGER SIDE AND THE RADIO WON'T GO ON AND POWER DRIVERS SEAT MOVE BACK AND FORTH ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING!!!!","quote_2_odi":"11079538","quote_2_text":"IN SUDDEN EMERGENCY SITUATIONS, WHEN ONES REACTION TO HITTING THE HORN TO GET THE OTHER DRIVERS ATTENTION, THE HORN DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11609996","quote_3_text":"In the middle of June 2024 (about [XXX]), my wife was driving her car, and pressed the horn button to warn a driver who had pulled out right in front of her. The horn failed to sound, and has not worked since then when pursuing the horn button","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11735164","quote_1_text":"My vehicle experienced a sudden Electric Power Steering (EPS) failure resulting in loss of steering assist. The dealer confirmed the EPS rack failed and stated this issue has occurred on other Ford vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11144603","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 20TH 2018 WHILE TURNING ONTO A CITY STREET AT ABOUT 15 MILES PER HOUR THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY FAILED LOCKING THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11306498","quote_3_text":"DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED IN THE MIDDLE LANE DURING HEAVY RAIN. SUDDENLY THE STEERING BECAME ALMOST RIGID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11708315","quote_1_text":"Rear buckle incompatible with child booster seat, pressure has broken the buckle for the inflatable safety belts","quote_2_odi":"11490657","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side seat belt failed to unlatch from the buckle","quote_3_odi":"10949270","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V875000 (SEAT BELTS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Automatic transmission harsh and delayed shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10983889","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION HARD SHIFT FROM 1-2 AND 3-4, STARTED EXPERIENCING PROBLEM APPROXIMATELY 24,000 MI HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP TWICE(ONCE IN FEB FOR 4 DAYS) AND SECOND TIME IN MAR FOR 7 DAYS), FIRST TIME SAID IT WAS LEAKING FLUID AND REPLACED \"O\" RING","quote_2_odi":"11351135","quote_2_text":"SHIFTING FROM GEARS 1-2 AND 3-4 ARE HARD AND/OR DELAYED","quote_3_odi":"11654602","quote_3_text":"After reading about the numerous complaints about this vehicles transmission issues I have decided to come here. The PCM and TCM need to be changed in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11496150","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic signal with her foot on the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerated to approximately 10 MPH and crashed into the rear of the vehicle in front of her","quote_2_odi":"10677105","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure or blank display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11735998","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that the back over prevention camera would display a black screen whenever in reverse. The camera would fail the majority of the time when in reverse. The failure related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V572000 (Back Over","quote_2_odi":"11686316","quote_2_text":"I have had this problem now for over a year, the backup camera on my 2016 Lincoln MKZ shows a panoramic view of the rear but things are reversed, left is on the right side and visa versa or the screen goes blank and a message states camera unavailable contact dealership","quote_3_odi":"11674318","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera was inoperable, and the message \"Camera Is Unavailable\" was displayed. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-ecoboost-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine coolant intrusion requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11666907","quote_1_text":"My MKZ started slowly losing coolant and running rough particularly upon starting the engine. Two days later the overheating warning came on and I pulled over and shut off the engine. Sioux Falls Ford has diagnosed it as coolant intrusion in the engine requiring a new engine","quote_2_odi":"11664541","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine overheated with smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated the vehicle lost","quote_3_odi":"11536595","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the contact smelled a odor of burning. The contact was able to pull over into a parking lot and examined under the hood and notice that coolant had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-front-brake-hose-leak","label":"Front brake hose leak and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11476282","quote_1_text":"While driving, my passenger front brake line bursted. This is not normal and should not have happened. I had my kids in the car. I was able to coast into a parking lot to get off the road. There was no road hazards either at the time of the incident. There is no know cause to me","quote_2_odi":"11485863","quote_2_text":"Sunday, Sept 11, 2022, 2:55 pm. Was stopped at light at 16/Mound in Warren, MI. My car lurched forward while I had my foot firmly on Brake, the brakes had failed, but no warning lamps were activated till after the crash. I bumped the vehicle in front of me, an older model Jeep","quote_3_odi":"11519987","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11726289","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel became loose, and the vehicle became difficult to steer. The contact stated that the front end made an abnormal humming sound. The vehicle experienced a loss of","quote_2_odi":"11443082","quote_2_text":"Owner of 2016 MKZ Hybrid 65870 miles Loss of electronic power steering and Advance Trac Soon after replacement of Bolt under recall 19R02 I heard friction/grinding when turning steering wheel. Oct 1, 2021 I contacted Parks Lincoln of Tampa for a diagnostic and they told me the","quote_3_odi":"11433094","quote_3_text":"Our power steering went out while driving into town. I'm lucky my husband was driving because it was so hard to turn the car to get to a safe location. Honolulu Ford stated we have a faulty steering rack and there is a recall for this issue 19V632000 but our car is not on the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2016-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10959933","quote_1_text":"SAFETY RECALL NOT COMPLETED I FEAR I WILL GET INTO A CRASH AND BE KILLED FROM FLYING METAL FROM AIR BAG. WHAT IS GOING ON? WHY IS THIS NOT TAKEN CARE OF?","quote_2_odi":"11143881","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY RESULTING IN ME HAVING LIFE-LONG INJURIES. I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT IN AUGUST 31ST, 2017. I T-BONED A VEHICLE THAT CAME OUT OF A PARKING LOT ILLEGALLY RESULTING IN THE ACCIDENT. MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. IF THEY HAD I WOULD NOT HAVE SUSTAINED THE INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11042256","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL-NEED TO REPLACE AIR BAGS BUT NO COMMUNICATION FROM DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-brake-hose-line-failure","label":"Brake line or hose failure with loss of brake fluid","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11738017","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH the brake warning light had illuminated and the brake pedal extended to the floor and the vehicle did not immediately stop while pressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11478729","quote_2_text":"Front left brake hose had an immediate large leak during driving causing vehicle to lose all braking during driving. There was no warning prior to this or during the failure, no lights on dashboard, brake pedal went all the way to the floor","quote_3_odi":"11636641","quote_3_text":"On Jan. 10, 2025 all the brake fluid leaked out of my MKZ. Fortunately, this occurred a few miles from my home and was able to get the car into the drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11745431","quote_1_text":"I own a 2017 Lincoln MKZ equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine. At approximately [MILEAGE] miles, the vehicle began experiencing loss of coolant, rough running/misfire, shaking/rough start, and reduced engine performance","quote_2_odi":"11635258","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the temperature gauge would indicate that the vehicle was hot(H). In addition, the vehicle would lose power upon depression of the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11608876","quote_3_text":"I took my 2017 Lincoln MKZ vehicle into my local Lincoln dealership on the morning of 8/13 due to check engine light which came on the previous week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak from pan, valve cover, or head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11536963","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2017 Lincoln MKZ 3.0L in March 2023, I experienced a loss of power and then engine stalled, fortunately I was at a stop and was able to re-start the vehicle and limp home, (which was nearby)","quote_2_odi":"11579245","quote_2_text":"The 2017 MKZ has an oil leak. I was informed during a recent state inspection and oil changed. When I left to take the car in, I noticed about a fist size spot of oil on the garage floor","quote_3_odi":"11259085","quote_3_text":"OIL PAN LEAK RTV LEAK. THIS MKZ IS LEAKING UP TO 1/4 QUART OF OIL A DAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-infotainment-nav-malfunction","label":"Navigation and touchscreen system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11636989","quote_1_text":"Vehicles Navigation fails to keep accurate information - offsetting by 2-3 miles of actual location, and SYNC display fails to work properly after Reverse Camera is engaged, completely freezing for 5 - 15 minutes","quote_2_odi":"11440648","quote_2_text":"Navigation fails to locate correct GPS location rendering all navigation functions useless. APIM module replaced once under warranty, now 1 year later the issue has returned","quote_3_odi":"11001069","quote_3_text":"2017 LINCOLN MKZ. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO COMPUTER TOUCH SCREEN MALFUNCTION, HEADLIGHTS CONTROL SWITCH PROBLEMS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WITHIN THE FIRST MONTH OF PURCHASING THE VEHICLE THE TOUCH SCREEN WOULD SHUT DOWN AND REBOOT ITSELF WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-steering-wheel-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lockup or loss of steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11702182","quote_1_text":"After filling up with gas, started the vehicle & it displayed SEVERAL warnings regarding the steering, stability control, etc. Only about 2 miles from home","quote_2_odi":"11674743","quote_2_text":"When I stop at a stop sign & then turn right, my steering wheel locks up. It does clear up after trying to turn it but I’m stuck in traffic & cannot move because the steering is locked","quote_3_odi":"11021168","quote_3_text":"WITH THE V6 TWIN TURBO EQUIPPED FRONT WHEEL DRIVE MKZ YOU GET AN EXTRA TRILL IN ADDITION TO THE FAST ACCELLERATION . THE TORQUE STEER PROBLEM IS SO BAD THE STEERING WHEEL SNAPS OUT OF YOUR HAND AND JUMPS INTO THE ON COMMING LANE !","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2017-torque-converter-failure","label":"Torque converter failure and transmission replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754775","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11666062","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint to formally report that my 2017 Lincoln MKZ experienced engine block damage due to a failed torque converter weld, a known safety defect covered under NHTSA Recall 17V-427 / 18V-390 (Ford campaign 17S16)","quote_3_odi":"11425795","quote_3_text":"I have a 2017 Lincoln mkz 2.0L 6 speed automatic transmission. The torque converter weld studs. The torque converter is on longer connected to the engine flex plate causing its ability to move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11618089","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was a coolant intrusion into the engine.…","quote_2_odi":"11701761","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on. Error code 0302 and 0316 on ODB at dealer. Was advised that engine needed to be replaced due to coolant intrusion into cylinder 2 which cause the vehicle to overheat. Engine has 3200 miles on it.…","quote_3_odi":"11682914","quote_3_text":"Coolant Intrusion of Cylinder 3, car has less than 50,000 miles total and has been very well taken care of. Has had over a gallon of coolant added within the month of Aug","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11218137","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 LINCOLN MKZ. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT SWITCHED GEARS AND THE VEHICLE DECELERATED. THE VEHICLE ROLLED AND STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD.…","quote_2_odi":"11206840","quote_2_text":"UPON DRIVING THE VEHICLE, IT HAS STALLED SEVEN TIMES. TWO OF THOSE INCIDENTS INVOLVED VEHICLE GOING INTO PARK WITHOUT TOUCHING THE PARK BUTTON.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-moonroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11491140","quote_1_text":"On 10/20/2022 while driving the sun roof exploded. Nothing hit the roof. The glass shatter all around the perimeter of the roof. The sound was like a shot gun blast next to your ears.…","quote_2_odi":"11574587","quote_2_text":"Upon driving north on rt. 95 in GA our pan Aramaic moonroof unexpectedly exploded. There was no apparent reason. No debris was present and environmental conditions were not extreme.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-rollaway-not-in-park","label":"Vehicle rollaway when not shifted into Park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11245947","quote_1_text":"DRIVER CAME TO PICK ME UP. DRIVER STOPPED, HE THOUGHT HE PUSHED PARK BUTTON. STARTED TO GET OUT OF CAR. GOT LEFT FOOT ON GROUND, SWUNG RIGHT FOOT OUT AND CAR STARTED ROLLING BACKWARDS.…","quote_2_odi":"11299439","quote_2_text":"IF YOU ARE ON A HILL SUCH AS A DRIVEWAY AND YOU TURN YOUR CAR ON TO ACCESSORY MODE AND THEN FORGET YOUR CAR IS NOT TURNED ON YOU CAN PUT YOUR CAR INTO GEAR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"mkz-2018-transmission-fluid-loss","label":"Internal transmission failure with fluid loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11707404","quote_1_text":"Car only has 97K miles and the transmission fluid has been leaking for some time causing loud noises from the transmission which took time to locate. The transmission leaked fluid and only had about half a liter of fluid when it should be around 4.5 liters.…","quote_2_odi":"11710990","quote_2_text":"The car had an internal transmission failure and caused most of the transmission fluid to leak out between inspections.…","quote_3_odi":"11558661","quote_3_text":"Torque converter stuck off pcm code 6f35 transmission vin look up doesn't show recall but it has same transmission installed with the same problem as 2017 model","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-coolant-intrusion","label":"Coolant intrusion causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11758064","quote_1_text":"On XXX, the engine in my 2019 Lincoln MKZ (Mileage 58,089) with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine suffered a catastrophic, sudden failure while driving. The vehicle began to overheat & run extremely rough, triggering multiple warning lights. It is now inoperable and unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11753851","quote_2_text":"My engine has failed at less than 40,000 miles due to coolant leaking into the engine","quote_3_odi":"11623234","quote_3_text":"Engine failed due to coolant intrusion into cylinders. This is a known design flaw in this engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-shifter-cable-bushing","label":"Shifter cable bushing breakage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11749036","quote_1_text":"The shifter cable bushing was broken. Car would not move out of Park. Same as Recall 22543 but this vehicle was not included","quote_2_odi":"11748245","quote_2_text":"The shifter cable bushing was broken and car was stuck on Park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"MKZ","model_slug":"mkz","cluster_id":"lincoln-mkz-2019-steering-wheel-instability","label":"Steering wheel wobble or looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718633","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel wobbled. The contact stated that the steering wheel was moving back and forth","quote_2_odi":"11689271","quote_2_text":"Randomly my steering wheel will get stiff/lock up and pull the car and its hard to control it sometimes","quote_3_odi":"11630704","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel is loose and feels as if it wants to come apart from the steering column","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/mkz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-adaptive-steering-fault","label":"Adaptive steering fault and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11725548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while driving at slow speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11700438","quote_2_text":"Adaptive Steering Fault Service Required - This warning came on while I was driving down the road. The steering wheel automatically went from a center position to the left like I was making a left turn","quote_3_odi":"11348785","quote_3_text":"LOST POWER STEERING IN MIDDLE OF DRIVING. ALMOST GOT INTO SERIOUS ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-coolant-intrusion-engine","label":"Coolant intrusion into engine cylinders","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11747915","quote_1_text":"Known structural defect Coolant intrusion into cylinder bores TSB 22-2229 Blown head gasket","quote_2_odi":"11716472","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Lincoln Nautilus equipped with the 2.0L EcoBoost engine experienced a sudden low-coolant warning followed by rapid overheating and complete engine shutdown in August 2025 at approximately 70,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11671774","quote_3_text":"The mechanic diagnosed that the engine was blown due to coolant intrusion in the cylinders and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-instrument-panel-blank","label":"Instrument panel blanks out while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11209286","quote_1_text":"19C03 RECALL WAS PERFORMED ON 4/22/19 AND THE INSTRUMENT PANEL HAS GONE BLANK 7 TIMES OVER THE PAST 30 DAYS AND HAS BEEN IN THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR A TOTAL OF 3 TIMES. I AM TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE A FIX","quote_2_odi":"11191105","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON 3/22/19 AT A SPEED OF 55. I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR APROX 30 MIN WHEN MY ENTIRE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT DARK. IT STAYED DARK FOR 2 MIN AND THEN CAME BACK ON AND KIND OF RE-BOOTED ITSELF","quote_3_odi":"11700996","quote_3_text":"While driving, the entire dashboard and instrument cluster intermittently go completely blank, disabling visibility of speed, gear position, warning lights, turn signals, and other critical information. The failure occurs suddenly and without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction and latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11744490","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that the front driver's-side seat belt was stuck and failed to extend as needed. The contact used excessive force to extend the seat belt","quote_2_odi":"11688179","quote_2_text":"Both rear sealbelts stopped retracting. They both quit working within 2 days of each other","quote_3_odi":"11499545","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated while sitting in the rear middle seat, the seat belt retracted independently. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11337069","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING NORTH ON MD STATE HIGHWAY 235 AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11329382","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY, PARTLY CLOUDY DAY, 70-75 F. HEARD CRACKING SOUND, LIKE CRUMPLING ALUMINUM FOIL FOR A FEW SECONDS BEFORE A LOUD EXPLOSION OF OVERHEAD TEMPERED GLASS SUNROOF AND GLASS FALLING DOWN ON US","quote_3_odi":"11353904","quote_3_text":"LOOKED OVER THE VEHICLE TO FIND A STRESS CRACK IN THE ROOF SURFACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2019-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719819","quote_1_text":"Constant shattering/jerking when accelerating and trouble light on indicator on car dash indicating torque converter issues after I diagnostic it with a OBD reader. This is a known issue and should’ve been recalled a long time ago","quote_2_odi":"11692017","quote_2_text":"The Nautilus began shuddering while accelerating from about 15 to 45 mph. I took it to a Lincoln dealer and was told the transmission needed to be repaired or replaced for $7,000 plus. It has 88,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11246555","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION JERKS DURING AUTOMATIC SHIFTING AND AT SLOW SPEEDS ACCELERATES FORWARD. DEALER SAYS FORD IS AWARE AND THEY CAN'T REPAIR. OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. HAPPENS EVERY TIME I DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera failure and image distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11733790","quote_1_text":"REAR VIEW CAMERA REPLACEMENT IF REQUIRED AFTER DEALER EVALUATION","quote_2_odi":"11528446","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was reversing in the rain, the back-up camera image was distorted. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the failure might be due to a leak","quote_3_odi":"11427694","quote_3_text":"The contact also stated that soon after receiving the recall notice, the back over prevention camera failed to operate. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-brake-light-failure","label":"High mount brake light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11731491","quote_1_text":"3rd brake light not working , they have had this issue over several years such as recall on 2025 (25C39) burnt diode in the LED Driver Modules and may cause other lighting failures","quote_2_odi":"11561745","quote_2_text":"High mount brake light failure (2nd occurrence) November 2023 at 13,400 miles. Vehicle was repaired under warranty. This occurrence appears to be a repeated faulty part. Failure of high mount brake light creates rear collision potential in low visibility scenarios","quote_3_odi":"11553530","quote_3_text":"High mount brake light (or third brake light) failure occurred September 2022 at 8,000 miles. Vehicle was repaired under warranty. Failure of high mount brake light creates rear collision potential in low visibility scenarios","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Cruise control and traction control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11617686","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving downhill at 55 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle failed to maintain the set speed and accelerated to 70-75 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11484267","quote_2_text":"When accelerating onto the interstate the traction control engages without a warning light. It occurs on dry pavement. The acceleration is not excessive and there is no loss of traction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-transmission-jerk","label":"Transmission jerking and torque converter failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11759875","quote_1_text":"Hennessey Lincoln in Atlanta repaired my car in June 2026. My Torque converter needed to be replaced. My car was there over 20 days. Two weeks after getting it back from shop it started jerking and smoking. It needed another torque converter replacement","quote_2_odi":"11689032","quote_2_text":"Transmission bucking and slow under 40 mph. brought to dealers attention. Car only 5 years old. Diagnostics resulted in internal fault , excessive slippage and torque converter chatter. Told that I could easily breakdown at any time if transmission not replaced","quote_3_odi":"11695215","quote_3_text":"Transmission complete failure. It is available at the dealer. Where I had it towed. Went out on highway. Everyone using the turnpike highway was in danger. Slowed vehicle to little more than idle speed, in road construction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2020-wheel-stud-lug-nut","label":"Wheel stud and lug nut hardware failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11724795","quote_1_text":"While driving, the wheel assembly failed due to damaged or missing wheel studs, causing the wheel to detach/loosen from the vehicle. This created an extreme safety hazard and risk of serious injury or death","quote_2_odi":"11601751","quote_2_text":"When I took the vehicle in for service, I had to replace all 20 lug nuts as the dealer service department reported they were \"swollen\" and they were unable to complete the tire rotation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-backup-camera-delay-recall","label":"Back over prevention camera delay and recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11464315","quote_1_text":"My car had a 9-10 second delay from what was shown in the backup camera to what had already happened. It almost caused an accident as the camera didn't show any car in my path, but in reality, the car was stopped directly behind my car","quote_2_odi":"11686356","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V315000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-door-crack-weld","label":"Front driver door crack and broken weld","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11754393","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for an oil change and trade-in, the contact was informed that the front driver’s side door had a crack and that the welding was cracked and loosened","quote_2_odi":"11708212","quote_2_text":"Door check and spot welds are broken. The car has less the 20,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11712734","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while opening the front driver’s door, there was a cracking sound coming from the door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-engine-cooling-recall","label":"Engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11641344","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V635000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11631841","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V635000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11642159","quote_3_text":"Recall 24S55/24V635 was issued in October 2024, the issue with intake valves was discovered prior to October 2021. My car was manufactured in July 2021 within the time of inefficient intake valves. The problem continues to exist as there is no remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"nautilus-2021-transmission-jerk-failure","label":"Transmission jerking, slipping, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11748565","quote_1_text":"The transmission occasionally jerks/studders between second and third at acceleration and deceleration","quote_2_odi":"11689898","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while shifted to reverse(R) and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated and then suddenly jerked backwards","quote_3_odi":"11671941","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-backup-camera","label":"Rearview camera and back-over prevention system failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663787","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment system screen displayed a distorted or black image","quote_2_odi":"11731869","quote_2_text":"The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 24V953000 (VISIBILITY), 25V337000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT), 26V165000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) and 25V691000 (BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-brake-grinding","label":"Brake grinding and pedal position failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674818","quote_1_text":"12/21/24 Took delivery of vehicle 03/17/25 Called Lincoln to schedule service after brakes began grinding","quote_2_odi":"11651367","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle while depressing the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11608754","quote_3_text":"The Brake Pedal arm sticks out further than the brake pedal causing you press on the bar before the brake pedal or causing you to miss the brake pedal all together","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-electrical-false-alerts","label":"Electrical faults causing false driver-assist alerts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729214","quote_1_text":"Ongoing Electrical Failures (2024 Lincoln Nautilus) This vehicle has experienced repeated and unresolved electrical system failures despite being brought in for service at least seven times","quote_2_odi":"11733300","quote_2_text":"While the vehicle was parked, the rear hatch unexpectedly opened and struck a building, causing the taillight to crack and leaving scratches and a crack on the bumper","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11586872","quote_1_text":"On the way home from the dealer the vehicle powered down on its own and then shut off in the middle of the road. Luckily we were able to coast into the median without incident","quote_2_odi":"11621823","quote_2_text":"More than once while driving, the 48inch dashboard screen and the center touch screen, and power steering and the majority of electrical components would cease to work at all once and without warning","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-seat-memory","label":"Seat and mirror memory position malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720366","quote_1_text":"The newer Lincoln Nautilus starting model year 2024 has an issue of moving seat positions while in motion","quote_2_odi":"11640497","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, and the cruise control activated independently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2024,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2024-windshield-cracks","label":"Windshield and rear window glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730767","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the windshield had cracked on four occasions between February 2025 and April 2026 and was replaced three times","quote_2_odi":"11692102","quote_2_text":"The back rear seat WINDOW on the left-hand side spontaneously exploded while driving around 60 mph on the highway on the morning (10:30 AM ET) of October 7, 2025","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-back-over-prevention-failure","label":"Back-over prevention fails to alert or brake","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736828","quote_1_text":"Backing out of a parking spot at Lowe's in Jacksonville, vehicle was in motion and a pedestrian walked behind the vehicle and no warning or braking occurred inside the vehicle, I manually stopped when I saw the person appear in the camera as they walked behind the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11731095","quote_2_text":"Backing out of a parking stall at the store and as I was moving, two pedestrians walked behind the vehicle and no alert sounded in the vehicle while backing up, nor did the vehicle brake as it should to avoid hitting them","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-bluecruise-resume-control","label":"Driver-facing camera false Resume Control activation","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736827","quote_1_text":"Driving on Interstate 10 eastbound on May 9th, the lane departure system suddenly stopped working and would not turn back on and a warning on the dash stating Driver Facing Camera is Blocked but there was nothing in front of the camera","quote_2_odi":"11731088","quote_2_text":"Driving the vehicle with the cruise control on to remain at the posted speed limit and suddenly the vehicle went into Resume Control mode, began pulsing the brakes and engaged the flashers due to the Facial Recognition camera failed to recognize that I was looking straight ahead,","quote_3_odi":"11737338","quote_3_text":"My 2025 Lincoln Nautilus forward collision avoidance system reduces cruise control speed unexpectedly and wanders between lane markers. The driver-facing camera is also overly sensitive — triggering “watch the road” warnings even when glancing over a shoulder to change lanes,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-brake-noise-stopping","label":"Front brake noise and reduced stopping performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718014","quote_1_text":"Front right brakes make grinding sounds when stopping and lose traction when roads are wet. Vehicle causes safety issues when roads are wet. Due to lack of control. Issue was reported to the dealer and I was told Lincoln is aware of the issue but there’s no fix at the time","quote_2_odi":"11700079","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that the front brakes were making an abnormally loud squealing sound. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who was unable to assist","quote_3_odi":"11697018","quote_3_text":"The brakes on my 2025 Lincoln Nautilus make a scraping/grunting noise when first applied after the car has been sitting. when applied, in addition to the noise, the brakes require more pressure to stop. The issue is worse in the rain","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2025,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Nautilus","model_slug":"nautilus","cluster_id":"lincoln-nautilus-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield and rear glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755029","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Lincoln Nautilus. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH during 105-degree weather, the contact became aware of a micro-fracture on the front windshield from the front driver's side over to the passenger’s side","quote_2_odi":"11736829","quote_2_text":"Factory windshield has what looks to be micro sized cracks clustered throughout the glass and when the sun or other bright light hits at certain angles makes it look like a star field and drastically obscures forward vision","quote_3_odi":"11733990","quote_3_text":"The rear hatchback window shattered with the vehicle sitting still overnight. All of the glass was shattered and most of it was in place and many pieces behind the vehicle on the driveway (as if it happened from inside the vehicle)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/lincoln/nautilus","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-blower-motor-failure","label":"AC blower motor speed control failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11646838","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V648000 (VISIBILITY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the recall repair was performed; however, shortly after the repair the climate","quote_2_odi":"11331046","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST FEW WEEKS THE AIR CONDITIONER BLOWER ON MY 2015 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR WOULD JUST STOP WORKING. WE TOOK IT TO THE FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE AND THEY SAID IT NEEDED FREON. $300 LATER, I WAS BACK ON THE ROAD. BUT A FEW HOURS LATER, THE BLOWER STOPPED WORKING AGAIN. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-throttle-body-power-loss","label":"Throttle body failure causing power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11097877","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A BUSY ROAD THE VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER. THERE WERE 3 CHILDREN IN CAR SEATS AT THE TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND REPAIR. A FEW DAYS LATER THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AGAIN, WHILE DRIVING ON A VERY BUSY ROAD. THIS WAS A VERY","quote_2_odi":"11426735","quote_2_text":"While driving the Lincoln navigator with only 96,000 miles, it chugged and rapidly reduced power, forcing me off the road. It happened 3 times in 2 days while I was on vacation at the Wisconsin dells. The Dealer said it was \"throttle actuator failure\" after the test was run. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2015,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2015-transmission-downshift","label":"Transmission downshifts and stalls unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11603530","quote_1_text":"MY 2015 Lincoln Navigator suddenly down shifts when driving. I was on the highway driving 65 MPH when I had to pull off onto the edge of the highway at night in CHICAGO. This is very scary and a significant safety issue. Ford knows of the defects with the transmission in this","quote_2_odi":"11488644","quote_2_text":"There are some major transmission issues with my vehicle. The gears do not change properly causing the SUV to stall on the highway while I was driving 65 MPH. I took it to the Mark Ficken Ford Lincoln dealership for repair. They stated that the torque converter needed repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-brake-fluid-loss","label":"Brake pedal loses fluid pressure to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11255533","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE LOW BRAKE FLUID LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND CHECK BRAKE FLUID WARNING ALERTED ME, AS I WAS LOOKING FOR A PLACE TO PULL OVER THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR BOARD AND NO BRAKES WERE PRESENT. I HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11266171","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND THE CHECK BRAKES LIGHT CAME ON SIMULTANEOUSLY WITH A LOW BRAKE FLUID WARNING. I WENT TO PUSH THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. LUCKILY, I WAS DRIVING SLOW ENOUGH IN A LOW TRAFFIC AREA THAT I WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-mirror-smoke-recall","label":"Exterior mirror smoke and short circuit","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11728593","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, there was white smoke coming from the passenger’s side exterior door mirror, accompanied by a burning plastic odor","quote_2_odi":"11646467","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for a ball joint replacement, there was smoke coming from the driver’s side exterior mirror. The mechanic disconnected the mirror and determined that the mirror…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11671691","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was distorted. The contact stated that message “Camera Unavailable” was displayed. The contact stated that the failure had become more frequent","quote_2_odi":"11678760","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention camera failed to function as intended. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was persistent","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body actuator sticks and stalls engine","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11233887","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT LOSS OF POWER AND/OR AN ILLUMINATED POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION. VEHICLE STALLS DUE TO FAULTY THROTTLE BODY ACTUATOR. FORD/LINCOLN IS WELL AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND HAS ISSUED A FIELD SERVICE ACTION BULLETIN FOR THIS CONDITION (16B32)","quote_2_odi":"11496514","quote_2_text":"I was travelling down an interstate highway in my vehicle when I noticed several momentary losses of engine power over the course of approximately five minutes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2016,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2016-transmission-speedometer-dropout","label":"Transmission downshift with speedometer dropout","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11510006","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, the transmission inadvertently down shifted and nearly caused the contact to lose control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11546447","quote_2_text":"While going approximately 55 mph, the speedometer dropped out to zero. After a moment, the transmission dropped into first gear (it felt like) and the rear tires made loud screeching noises as if they locked up for about one second","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-brake-master-cylinder-booster-leak","label":"Brake master cylinder and booster fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11434939","quote_1_text":"The brakes on my car stopped working and this caused me to crash into a wall. This accident caused by my brakes failing nearly killed me and put others at risk. There were no recalls, or warnings about the brakes failing before the accident","quote_2_odi":"11724124","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a severe brake fluid leak. There is a recall for the issue. I called the local Lincoln dealership Ford Mill Lincoln SC and they said there was nothing they could do","quote_3_odi":"11541972","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal due to traffic ahead; however, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The contact stated he was forced to swerve into the next lane to avoid a crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-fuel-propulsion-malfunction","label":"Fuel/propulsion system malfunction","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11630287","quote_1_text":"I’m a snowbird and in the past 18 months, of which I was in Iowa for 12 months of this time, the dealership has replaced the fuel pump five times. I’m scared to take this vehicle out on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11687841","quote_2_text":"The throttle body went bad while driving 55mph and 35mph. Over 5 times I could not accelerate while stepping on the gas peddle and it would stall out trying to get it to ford on the same road for 5 miles","quote_3_odi":"11721335","quote_3_text":"My crank case is filled with gas when I pull the dipstick out. It drips like water","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-mirror-step-light-recall-disconnect","label":"Side mirror step light disconnected under recall","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11671838","quote_1_text":"Recall number 25S08 for side mirror lighting, the disconnect remedy is unacceptable. These side lights provide safety measures for exiting and entering the vehicle. As older adults seeing the fold out step in the dark is necessary","quote_2_odi":"11656186","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V091000 (Visibility); and the remedy was available, and the vehicle was scheduled for the repair","quote_3_odi":"11652608","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V091000 (VISIBILITY); however, the contact was concerned that the recall repair was not an adequate fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2017,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2017-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera image failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11541058","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is a 2017 Lincoln Navigator. The Backup Camera works maybe 50% of the times that I attempt to back up. I understand that Lincoln has a recall on other Lincoln vehicles for this issue, but not for the Navigator. The Cross Traffic Alert does not work","quote_2_odi":"11671843","quote_2_text":"Back-up camera quit working about 3 months ago, 2025. There is a recall for the 2018 cameras but this is a 2017. Please include the 2017 year in the recall list. This issue poses a safety hazard when backing","quote_3_odi":"11575290","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the rear-view camera image was blue. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring while reversing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Back-up camera image loss in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11433943","quote_1_text":"The rear backup camera is not working when you put the vehicle in reverse. I was told it was an issue with the camera, they replaced the camera - which I paid for - and its still not working! Then they said its not the camera - again, I paid for a NEW camera, and they still have","quote_2_odi":"11353078","quote_2_text":"THE BACK-UP CAMERA SYSTEM IS INOPERABLE. WHEN VEHICLE IS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, THE SCREEN THAT IS SUPPOSED TO DISPLAY AN IMAGE FROM THE BACK-UP CAMERA OF THE AREA BEHIND THE VEHICLE IS BLACKED OUT. I WAS INFORMED BY MY LOCAL LINCOLN DEALER'S SERVICE DEPARTMENT THAT THE BACK-UP","quote_3_odi":"11584926","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that on three occasions while in reverse, the back over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cold-start engine rattle from cam phaser wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11666759","quote_1_text":"cam phasers rattle during cold starts","quote_2_odi":"11440952","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of Manufacturer Recall Number: 21B10 (CAM Phaser PCM Reprogram). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer performed the recall repair. After the recall repair, the","quote_3_odi":"11627515","quote_3_text":"The car rattles very loudly upon starting every time it is started. I have lost acceleration power while driving through intersections. I took to dealership and it is confirmed it is the cam phasers. No lights have come on in dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-liftgate-unexpected","label":"Power liftgate unexpected opening or closing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11749952","quote_1_text":"The other weekend, we were unloading the back of the Lincoln when all of a sudden the liftgate came down on us. Fortunately, we were able to back away in time... Later that weekend, my son was unloading the back and it came down and hit him in the head to the point it made him","quote_2_odi":"11187451","quote_2_text":"BACK LIFTGATE OPENS RANDOMENLY. DEALER HAS REPLACED TWO PARTS INVOLVED AND HAPPENED AGAIN YESTERDAY. SEEMS TO BE WHEN YOU SHUT ONE OF THE FRONT DOORS FIRMLY AND LOCK THE CAR W KEYFOB TWICE. I SUSPECT THE AIR PRESSURE FROM SHUTTING DOOR AND KEYFOB ACTION CAUSE THIS. BUT PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-power-mirror-drift","label":"Power side mirror unexpected adjustment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11615121","quote_1_text":"The side mirrors, which are power adjusted, either will not properly adjust to the same setting when they first fold out when you start the car, or they will start moving when you start driving. This happens nearly every time the car is started. I have talked to fellow Ford","quote_2_odi":"11587039","quote_2_text":"There are no warning indicators or messages. The power mirrors will randomly start adjusting or switching into a position where they start clicking because they're too far over. Even when you try to turn the mirror button off, or close the mirrors and reopen them, the mirror","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-seat-belt-retractor","label":"Seat belt retractor and pretensioner malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11662003","quote_1_text":"MAY 19 2025 MY WIFE WENT TO A LOCAL BAKERY TO GET SOME BREAD, WHEN SHE PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARKING A LOUD BANG IN HER LEFT SIDE WAS HEARD SHE DESCRIBE IT AS A GUNSHOT NOISE, ALSO BURNING SMELL AS FIREWORKS, THE SEATBEALT RETRACTED HURTING HER CHEST AND PART OF THE NECK, SHE DID","quote_2_odi":"11631398","quote_2_text":"The passenger side seatbelt will not retract or move (Locked in position that will not allow the passenger to buckle the belt)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-steering-column-noise","label":"Steering column noise and adjustment failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11706095","quote_1_text":"Within days of delivery, I observed a metallic contact noise originating from beneath the steering column. The noise occurs consistently when the vehicle is turned off, within one to three seconds after ignition off, and intermittently while driving during steering input","quote_2_odi":"11610402","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, there was a clunking noise coming from the steering column while turning the steering wheel in either direction. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the","quote_3_odi":"11327611","quote_3_text":"STARTED VEHICLE AND WENT TO ADJUST STEERING WHEEL I PUSHED THE DOWN BUTTON TO LOWER AND STEERING WHEEL DROPPED. STEERING WHEEL IS NO LONGER ABLE TO ADJUST UP OR DOWN ONLY FORWARD AND BACKWARD. WHEN PUSHING THE UP/DOWN BUTTON A GRINDING SOUND OCCURS. WHEN DRIVING STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2018,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2018-transmission-hard-shift","label":"Transmission hard shifting and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11747391","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated that while driving at 70 MPH, the transmission seized, and the vehicle failed to accelerate. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated during the failure. Additionally, the brake warning","quote_2_odi":"11729987","quote_2_text":"1. transmission shifts hard and/or seems to shift to neutral and losing forward propulsion 2. or loud clunk followed by shuddering and no control 3. no control means unsafe driving conditions particularly if closer to other vehicles 4. dealer quoted some mumbo/jumbo about","quote_3_odi":"11598654","quote_3_text":"The transmission doesn't respond several times and could not picking up speed up hill. There were twice the transmission stopped working, the car could not move and stopped in intersection at traffic light. The problem was first reported to Lincoln during 6 years/70,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-backup-camera-recall","label":"Backup camera failure and back-over prevention recall delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11649575","quote_1_text":"After the recall on the backup camera the image processing unit (IPMB) has gone bad and the car does not display any camera information views (back up, front, 360 degree). I believe this is also related to the back up camera recall and should be addressed","quote_2_odi":"11575948","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V598000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11489383","quote_3_text":"Back up camera does not work all the time most of the time, camera does not come on when in reverse or when camera button is pressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-cam-phaser-rattle","label":"Cold start engine rattle from cam phaser or VCT failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11626154","quote_1_text":"POWERTRAIN MALFUNCTION/REDUCED POWER while on the highway! Low boost power malfunction causing excessive fuel and oil consumption, spinning/timing misfire, and reduced speed! Check engine light and powertrain malfunction lights later indicated P0365 and P0369 error codes","quote_2_odi":"11619643","quote_2_text":"My vehicle fits all criteria for CSP 21B10 and CSP 21N03. The vehicle has 75714 miles whereas 21N03 covers up to 79,999 on this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11607366","quote_3_text":"the engine rattles and knocks with cold start. in reviewing online, this is a very common problem. The dealership told me their service lot is full of navigators needing to have CAM? replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-electrical-system-failure","label":"Dashboard, infotainment, and electrical panel failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11743645","quote_1_text":"Around mid XXX got into my vehicle I started it up my navigation screen was black and no music would play did not know why it was not working anymore","quote_2_odi":"11572663","quote_2_text":"The entire electrical panel went out and therefore I was unable to see the speed I was going, how much gas I had, etc. This happened after I turned my truck back on at the gas station. It was working fine prior to turning vehicle off","quote_3_odi":"11483353","quote_3_text":"Vehicle dies while in Drive. Message shows \"AUTO STARTSTOP SHIFT TO P, THEN RESTART ENGINE\". Dealer advised low battery voltage causing it, but vehicle starts without issue when shifting to P. Battery is only 2.5 years old","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-seatbelt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment and retractor seizure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11758530","quote_1_text":"While a passenger was riding in the company-owned Lincoln Navigator, the front passenger seat belt suddenly tightened with significant force without a collision or other apparent triggering event","quote_2_odi":"11682077","quote_2_text":"I was driving the car at approximately 10 miles/hr (slowly accelerating after stopping at a traffic light), when I heard a loud bang / explosion. This was accompanied by a feeling like I had been struck in the chest. However, there was no collision to the car","quote_3_odi":"11608534","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SECOND ROW SEATBELT RETRACTOR PRETENSIONERS DEPLOY AND MY KIDS CAN’T LOOSEN THE SEATBELT TO PUT IT ON. WE HAVE TO THEN PUT OUT KIDS IN THE THIRD ROW OR MESS WITH IT FOR 10 minutes TO GET IT TO RELEASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Loss of steering control while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11754279","quote_1_text":"Yesterday while driving on I-65 my car all of a sudden seemed to by hydroplaning even thought no water on the water and steering was super unstable and not able to control the vehicle. I had to pull off the side and drive with flashers all the way while driving at a slow speed","quote_2_odi":"11693893","quote_2_text":"complete loss of steering control while driving , after a turn or without a turn. It feels like the steering wheel completely disconnected from the wheel control","quote_3_odi":"11502626","quote_3_text":"1.13.23 hearing a sound when turning left. No warning 1.13.23 drove off a mountain where we live to take my daughter to her basketball game. Approximately 7:10 p.m my daughter and I heard a loud sound. The suv pulled us left into oncoming traffic!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2019,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2019-transmission-shifting","label":"Unexpected transmission shifting and gear loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11744182","quote_1_text":"On Saturday, June 13th, 2026, while merging on to the I-10 freeway heading east, completly without warning, my transmission dropped completely out of gear cancelling acceleration and acted like I had put the transmission in neutral (I had NOT)","quote_2_odi":"11692611","quote_2_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious and costly transmission issue with my 2019 Lincoln Navigator. At approximately 114,000 miles, the vehicle’s transmission failed and required a full rebuild","quote_3_odi":"11514140","quote_3_text":"The 10 speed transmission in our car shudders and vibrates badly and gets stuck in very high gears. The problem happens most often between 17-23 miles per hour, and is most noticeable on inclines","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system battery drain leaving vehicle inoperable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11601982","quote_1_text":"My car has an unknown electrical issue that causes the car battery to completely drain and the car unable to turn on. It first started in August 2023 and after months of time at the dealership, Lincoln has never determined the cause or been able to fix it and it continues to","quote_2_odi":"11388698","quote_2_text":"WE'VE HAD THIS VEHICLE FOR A LITTLE LESS THAN TWO MONTHS. THE APP STARTED SENDING NOTIFICATIONS ABOUT THE CAR GOING INTO DEEP SLEEP AND NEEDING TO CONSERVE BATTERY WITHIN A WEEK AFTER PURCHASE. WE WERE UNABLE TO USE REMOTE UNLOCK OR START. JAN 10, IT WAS DEAD AFTER SITTING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-engine-failure","label":"Premature engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11717154","quote_1_text":"Regularly maintained 2020 Lincoln Navigator at 78,000 miles experienced engine failure with no warning. No check engine light until we experienced power issues and engine shuttering. We took the vehicle directly to the mechanic within an hour of check engine light. They changed","quote_2_odi":"11683838","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic engine failure on 2020 Lincoln Navigator at 93,000 miles. Oil contamination in cylinder 6 caused complete compression loss due to piston ring failure. The engine suffers from failed cam phases and excessive carbon build up which are known failure points of this","quote_3_odi":"11539842","quote_3_text":"Vehicle will abruptly lose power when accelerating to pass. Typically when travelling between 40 and 60 miles an hour and while accelerating to merge or pass. Vehicle basically stalls. Creates extremely dangerous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-seatbelt-pretensioner","label":"Seat belt pretensioner deployment without collision","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11758614","quote_1_text":"On August 20, 2026, I was driving my 2020 Lincoln Navigator and came to a complete stop at a traffic light. While I was sitting stationary at the light, with no collision, impact, sudden braking, or other event, I suddenly heard a very loud noise that sounded like a gunshot. At","quote_2_odi":"11751851","quote_2_text":"The contact owns 2020 Lincoln Navigator. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, occupied with his wife in the vehicle, he heard a loud explosion noise coming from inside the vehicle, and as his wife leaning forward the seat belt deployed on his front passenger side of the","quote_3_odi":"11670363","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V197000 (Seat Belts); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-trans-neutral-out","label":"Transmission neutral-out and harsh re-engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11758346","quote_1_text":"On August 20, 2026, while traveling about 45 MPH, I accelerated to merge onto a highway while passing a slow-moving semi, with traffic approaching from behind. The transmission unexpectedly disengaged and the vehicle completely lost propulsion. The gear indicator showed Neutral","quote_2_odi":"11679242","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while traveling at approximately 70 mph on [XXX], my 2020 Lincoln Navigator suddenly downshifted, free-wheeled into neutral, then violently re-engaged into a lower gear, chirping the rear tires and nearly causing a collision. The vehicle displayed a \"Shift System","quote_3_odi":"11564489","quote_3_text":"When driving, if the accelerator pedal is depressed to merge into the highway or overtake other vehicles, the vehicle abruptly stops accelerating, and the RPM reaches max revs. The vehicle quickly loses momentum until it abruptly slams back into gear, causing a loud bang and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2020,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"lincoln-navigator-2020-trans-overheat-leak","label":"Transmission overheating and fluid leak after rebuild","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11562810","quote_1_text":"Vehicle set on adaptive cruise control, car accelerated to get back up to set speed and had a hard \"clunk\" sound. Driver turned off cruise control and attempted to accelerate vehicle. Vehicle tachometer revved up, transmission didn't shift properly, still shifting hard or not","quote_2_odi":"11562917","quote_2_text":"Driving vehicle for an approximately 70 miles highway trip, the vehicle was experiencing some hard shifts/poor shift quality prior to overheating. Temperature in vehicle for the transmission was reading 237 degree Fahrenheit when we stopped at a light after exiting the highway","quote_3_odi":"11735680","quote_3_text":"2020 Lincoln Navigator, 10R80 transmission. Following two full transmission replacements, torque converter replacement, valve body replacement, and transmission pump repair, vehicle continues to exhibit hesitation under acceleration, harsh and delayed shifting, loss of power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754317","quote_1_text":"My screen intermittently goes black, I have had it repaired/ updated once prior and it still does this..as a result I backed into a mailbox. It was very dark and I couldn’t see out of my windows","quote_2_odi":"11568951","quote_2_text":"The contact was in reverse (R) and backing up at approximately 2 MPH into her garage when the camera failed she crashed into the side of the garage entrance with the outer edge of the left rear bumper","quote_3_odi":"11548820","quote_3_text":"When first first entering a hot cabin, the backup  camera  will not work until the cabin cools down for just a few minutes.  Vehicle not moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-engine-recall-22v346","label":"Recall 22V346000 engine repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11480120","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V346000 (Engine) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted after receiving the recall notification and the contact was informed that parts were not available because the…","quote_2_odi":"11468033","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign numbers: 22V250000 (Visibility) and 22V346000 (Engine) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and it was confirmed that parts were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-fuel-system-recall-parts","label":"Recall 25V455000 fuel system parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747916","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11747413","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the recall was initiated for more than a year; however, the part…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516225","quote_1_text":"I was driving about 40 miles per hour on an open road when I heard a very loud popping/explosion sound and falling glass. I immediately pulled over and found my panoramic sunroof had exploded and the glass was dropping into the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11592737","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded without anything striking it. Sound like a gun shot. No vehicles in front of us to have thrown any objects at it to strike it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-steering-column-grinding","label":"Power tilt/telescoping steering column grinding noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11593637","quote_1_text":"A grinding noise was noticed during the driver memory function or when manually adjusting the power tilt or telescoping steering column. I took the car to Ford for service and was very surprised to hear that the entire steering column needs to be replaced at the cost of $1700.00","quote_2_odi":"11496268","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the power steering suddenly malfunctioned causing the steering wheel to become very difficult the turn in either direction. Additionally, the instrument panel display became distorted and unreadable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-transmission-failure","label":"10-speed transmission slipping and loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749445","quote_1_text":"The transmission hesitates, slips, skips gears, bangs into gear, and frequently delays engagement before suddenly surging forward. Engine RPM increases without corresponding acceleration. Occupants are abruptly thrown forward and backward during normal driving","quote_2_odi":"11424748","quote_2_text":"Within one week of delivery of this new vehicle, the transmission began slipping out of gear and the car loses power for 30-40 seconds in the middle of driving.  Shift System Fault, Transmission failure, and PowerTrain Malfunction are the errors coming up on the screen","quote_3_odi":"11700366","quote_3_text":"Navigator transmission goes into neutral when accelerating at speeds of 50+.  Trans completely overhauled. Still does it.  Almost had 2 accidents when changing lanes on the freeway, trying to accelerate and instead slowing down with cars behind fast approaching","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2021,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2021-wiper-arm-detachment","label":"Passenger windshield wiper arm detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11522277","quote_1_text":"Passenger windshield wiper arm flew off while driving vehicle in moderate rainy weather","quote_2_odi":"11510155","quote_2_text":"Passenger whipper arm is loose especially when you lift the arm to clear snow from the windshield it will not align it its original location without multiple attempts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-adas-unintended-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended hard braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11476163","quote_1_text":"when using the adaptive cruise control feature the system will sometimes read a car in the adjacent lane as moving in front of my vehicle and apply the brakes very hard causing my car to immediately and strongly slow down at highway speeds - with other cars behind me.  This…","quote_2_odi":"11527872","quote_2_text":"I was driving and didn't notice this truck ahead of me as I switched lanes. Although fault is questionable since the truck we traveling extremely slow on the highway, my vehicle had plenty of time to stop with the Pre-Collision System.  That system is intended to avoid front end…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-brake-failures","label":"Service brake failures and brake fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11545274","quote_1_text":"upon arriving home after a vacation, the NAV experienced complete brake fluid loss and no braking as a result. I investigated the brake lines and one of the lines had been secured to the frame with a clip - this clip was not secure and the brake like was chaffed against the air…","quote_2_odi":"11485481","quote_2_text":"Car accelerated very fast while in reverse and brake would not work. After reversing into other cars the car Finally stopped. When the car was turned back on it would not going to gear because the break was not being registered as being pressed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-electrical-module-failures","label":"Electrical system and module failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11531641","quote_1_text":"2022 Lincoln Navigator L Reserve has many issues with Modules one of them that keeps goes bad is Apin which controls the screen and all other features like Massage seats Running Boards and Music and all other controls that gets disabled when it goes bad it’s a frequent problem","quote_2_odi":"11491382","quote_2_text":"THE MONITOR ON THE VEHICLE WENT BLACK ON 2 SEPARATE OCCASIONS SO FAR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING. THE SCREEN REBOOTED BUT CAUSES THE RETRACTABLE RUNNING BOARDS TO BE LOCKED IN THE UP POSITION. IN ORDER TO ADDRESS THE RUNNING BOARDS YOU MUST GO INTO THE SETTINGS AND ADJUST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-engine-fire-cooling","label":"Engine fire and cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701625","quote_1_text":"At about 2:30am after hearing some popping noises I went to the vehicle and saw that the engine under the bonnet was on fire. The fire was seeping out from the sides of the bonnet. The vehicle had been parked since 9:20pm the previous night. I called emergency services including…","quote_2_odi":"11472115","quote_2_text":"engine temperature warning light came on. engine coolant leaked out. engine die while we were waiting for help on the side of I-15 freeway. The vehicle is now at Lincoln dealership for repair. They also told me that there is a faulty fuel pump code that they are looking at","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-open-recall-no-remedy","label":"Open safety recalls with no available repair remedy","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, VISIBILITY/WIPER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742923","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Lincoln Navigator. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not available","quote_2_odi":"11736816","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is subject to multiple open federal safety recalls with no repair remedy currently available from Ford/Lincoln. One recall involves potential fuel pump failure causing loss of fuel pressure, engine stall while driving, and increased crash risk. A second recall involves…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-retractable-running-board","label":"Retractable running board unexpected movement","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680394","quote_1_text":"The foot rails outside the vehicle either don't go up or don't go down.  Also, there are several times that the foot rail goes down, and as I step on it, it closes with my foot still on it.  Causing me to fall or get my foot stuck between the rail and the car.  Fortunately, I…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lincoln","make_slug":"lincoln","model":"Navigator","model_slug":"navigator","cluster_id":"navigator-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723386","quote_1_text":"While in an airport cell phone waiting lot, an extremely loud explosion happened. I screamed and looked back at my toddler and infant also in the vehicle with me. Thankfully, nobody was harmed. There were no warning lights or sounds before or after the event. I could hear some…","quote_2_odi":"11514473","quote_2_text":"Moonroof exploded and shattered while driving.  Was on a 2 lane paved highway and no other cars were around","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lincoln/navigator","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lincoln"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-acc-stopped-traffic","label":"Adaptive cruise control non-response to stopped traffic","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516824","quote_1_text":"Lucid's adaptive cruise control implementation does not slow for stopped highway traffic. The adaptive cruise control will continue to speed at the set speed right into the rear end of stopped vehicles unless the driver disengages the adaptive cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11490910","quote_2_text":"My drive system broke while going 70 miles per hour on the highway. Causing me to slow down instantly and gave me 30 seconds to pull over to the side of the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11538590","quote_1_text":"My lucid air’s emergency brakes have misjudged a situation and caused the car to lock its brakes for 3 seconds, making it inoperable.  The first time happened on the interstate and the vehicle behind me had to go into the median to keep from rear ending me.  I was completely…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-airbag-deployment-monitoring","label":"Air bag deployment and occupant monitoring issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11656717","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while making a left turn, another vehicle crashed into the passenger side of the vehicle. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact nor his wife were injured and a police report was filed","quote_2_odi":"11510710","quote_2_text":"It appears that Lucid has a defect with the design of their airbags. I have been able to replicate sitting in every Lucid Air vehicle I have tried an issue I discovered with mine which will cause the passenger airbag to constantly turn in and off during driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-drivetrain-power-loss","label":"Drive system fault and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11544709","quote_1_text":"2022 Lucid Air suffered a total loss of power without any warning at approximately 10 PM on July 29, 2023, while driving 65+ mph on the Jersey Turnpike.  The car’s dashboard suddenly flashed “System Failure” and immediately started to decelerate.  I had approximately 30 seconds…","quote_2_odi":"11503285","quote_2_text":"While driving to work, accelerated to pass a car on the right going approx 45 MPH.  The dash showed a RED \"Drive System Fault\" and the car would no longer accelerate.  The steering was fine and I changed to the left lane.  After approximately 5 seconds, the dash and all internal…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-seat-unintended-movement","label":"Power seat unintended movement during driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11494228","quote_1_text":"Seat moved into the full forward and full forward tilt position without warning pinning my knees against the lower dash and my chest against the steering wheel. The manual override buttons on the side of the seat were inoperable to stop the movement","quote_2_odi":"11528752","quote_2_text":"While driving the passenger seat back spontaneously started to move forward folding the passenger in half.  The touch screen controls were unresponsive. I needed to stop the car and use the manual control buttons on the side of the seat in order to unfold the passenger","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bubbles and blowouts on 21-inch fitment","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11547517","quote_1_text":"We experienced our first tire blow out in July of 2023 while on a remote hwy in Oregon.  We were travelling on a smooth wide road and all of sudden, there was a loud bang.  We pulled over to find that there was approximately a 4\" gash on the side wall of the front passenger tire","quote_2_odi":"11594522","quote_2_text":"245/35/R21, tire specifically made for Lucid. Small bump in road caused large bubble in sidewall. Lucid forums full of complaints about this. No replacement tires available in the US and no alternate available due to load rating. No promised time for more to be available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2022,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration or movement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11528753","quote_1_text":"The car would accelerate spontaneously both from a stopped position as well as while moving.  The brake pedal was able to slow and stop the car.  The car is set to not roll when stopped and has regenerative braking when the accelerator is released, the exact opposite of what is…","quote_2_odi":"11606534","quote_2_text":"On July 21, I was stopped behind another vehicle.  Using 1 pedal driving with no roll feature.  There was front camera error message as well as traction control warning light on.  My car started to move forward on it's own so I inadvertently hit the acceleration initially before…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-battery-range-electrical","label":"Battery range loss and electrical system anomalies","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02-12 → 2023-12-15","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560244","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 64 MPH, the heater became inoperable. Additionally, the vehicle started to lose charging range. The message \"Battery Critically Low Vehicle May Shut Down Unexpectedly - Charge Immediately\" was displayed. The contact stated that he drove to a…","quote_2_odi":"11506846","quote_2_text":"Actual miles displayed after charge on the display compared to actual are discrepant by about 30%. One my first and second charge I thought I was missing some thing but on one of the charge I noted the car to have charged to 413 miles and shown in the attachment…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-door-latch-body","label":"Door latch failure and body closure fit issues","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03-31 → 2024-03-29","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11571814","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the front driver's side door failed to unlatch consistently. The contact had to enter the vehicle using the other doors. There are no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11580084","quote_2_text":"left rear passenger door opens while opening the any other door. locking mechanism does not work, notified lucid","quote_3_odi":"11580085","quote_3_text":"truck does not close all the way. repaired it many times and keep happening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-drive-unit-power-loss","label":"Drive unit failure and sudden power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03-17 → 2025-05-24","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662966","quote_1_text":"The vehicle became completely inoperable suddenly while driving on the road due to a \"drive unit failure.\"  Fortunately, I was still at an intersection when this occurred.  I don't what would have happened if I was in motion, especially at higher speed on a highway.  The car was…","quote_2_odi":"11512484","quote_2_text":"Driving on a road trip from Norfolk to Louisville from military duty and the car lost power suddenly on the highway at night. Very scary. Had been averaging about 72 mph. Absolutely no reason for it. 36 degrees outside in the middle of rural KY. Awful experience. Likely gonna…","quote_3_odi":"11542552","quote_3_text":"I was driving on I80 west in San Francisco with about 75 mph. Suddenly shows turtle mode and dropped the speed to 52 mph. I was on the second lane and a lot of vehicles are behind us with same speed. I towed to the service center","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-forward-collision-adas-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance and ADAS malfunction during driving","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03-07 → 2025-05-22","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662514","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was stopped at a red light and in the \"Dream\" driving mode, the light turned green and the vehicle drove forward and crashed into the rear of a second vehicle. The contact indicated that the \"Dream\" driving mode had malfunctioned and did…","quote_2_odi":"11510676","quote_2_text":"With highway drive assist and steering Icon yellow, the car doesn't maintain the lane and swirl and drifts into the next lane without warning. The color of the steering Icon does change white. This has happened several times mostly as the freeway curves","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-rearview-camera-display","label":"Rearview camera image unavailable during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02-12 → 2026-06-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741749","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Lucid Air Touring experienced a rearview camera/display failure while reversing, resulting in a backing collision and rear bumper damage. The main display/rearview image went blank or became unavailable during an active reverse maneuver, and the vehicle did not provide…","quote_2_odi":"11506843","quote_2_text":"Monitor on dashboard stops functioning and camera views (front and back) are not available. Message on the screen is a yellow \"triangle\" with \"!\" and \"UNAVAILABLE\". Lack of camera view hinders reversing specifically in a parking lot with crossing pedestrians and other cars and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2023,"make":"Lucid","make_slug":"lucid","model":"Air","model_slug":"air","cluster_id":"lucid-air-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and reverse/forward direction reversal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03-07 → 2025-10-29","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696405","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle in front started to brake; therefore, the contact depressed the brake pedal. The vehicle then, instead of decreasing in speed it accelerated independently. As a result, the contact crashed into the rear of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11533338","quote_2_text":"On one occasion, with the shifter set to reverse, pressing on the accelerator resulted in the car lurching forward. This problem first appeared in April 2023. I do not know if this is a drive problem, software problem, or something else. My safety was put at risk as I nearly hit…","quote_3_odi":"11539565","quote_3_text":"The Lucid Air Touring rapidly accelerated from a full stop in a line of cars.  (The traffic hold up was due to a road striping crew that stopped traffic.)  My wife was the driver and I was in the passenger seat and the car was in drive/hold mode before suddenly taking off; the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/lucid/air","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/lucid"},{"year":2015,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"maserati-ghibli-2015-brake-system-lockup","label":"Brake system lockup and seizure after service","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11109930","quote_1_text":"LUCKY, WE WERE DRIVING ON LOCAL STREET AT AVERAGE SPEED OF 30 MPH, OTHER WISE THIS SUDDEN STOP COULD HAVE GET US HIT BY OTHER CARS AND/OR SUSTAINING A SERIOUS HEAD INJURY RESULTING FROM A ROLLOVER CAR ACCIDENT DUE TO THIS SUDDEN 'AUTO BRAKE LOCK' ON CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"11098747","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2015 MASERATI GHIBLI. HOURS AFTER THE DEALER (RUSNAK MASERATI OF PASADENA, 297 W COLORADO BLVD, PASADENA, CA 91105) PERFORMED AN OIL CHANGE ON THE VEHICLE, THE REAR WHEELS SEIZED, THE BRAKES SEIZED, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE AT A RED LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11074322","quote_3_text":"REAR BREAKS PADS AT MINIMAL UNDER 13,300 MILES ON THE CAR. MASERATI REFUSE TO REPLACE THEM UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2015,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"maserati-ghibli-2015-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump and fuel line failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11687840","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that after driving and arriving at his destination, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11252257","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MASERATI GHIBLI . CHECK ENGINE LIGHT HAD ILLUMINATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR SERVICE FUEL PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11252425","quote_3_text":"CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS WARRANTY CONCERN FOR HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP SYSTEM FAILURE. MULTIPLE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP SYSTEM FAILURES WITHIN 12 MONTHS AND A FEW THOUSAND MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2015,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"maserati-ghibli-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and stuck accelerator pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11525351","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated while driving approximately 20-25 MPH with the Sport mode activated, the accelerator pedal became stuck to the floorboard, and failed to release. No warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10913941","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE FLOOR MAT BECAME STUCK UNDER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO SPEED OUT OF CONTROL. THE VEHICLE WAS PREVIOUSLY REPAIRED PER A RECALL RELATED TO THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"10851321","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I-10 NEAR PALM SPRINGS, CA FEBRUARY 27 AT ABOUT 12:10 AM. I PASSED A SEMI-TRUCK BY MOVING TO THE LEFT AND ACCELERATING. AFTER PASSING THE TRUCK I MOVED BACK TO THE SLOW LANE AND NOTICED THE CAR WAS TRAVELING VERY FAST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2017,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"ghibli-2017-brake-vacuum-booster-failure","label":"Brake vacuum booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11623657","quote_1_text":"INTERMITTENT HARD BRAKE PEDAL INABILITY TO STOP THE CAR IN A SAFE MANNER. I HAD THE VACUUM BOOSTER PUMP REPLACED TWICE. ONCE THE REPAIR LASTED FOR A YEAR THEN THE LAST TIME THE INCIDENT REOCCURED AFTER THE SECOND REPAIR. THE FIRST TIME PRIOR TO REPAIR THERE WAS AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11128806","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MASERATI GHIBLI. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2017,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"ghibli-2017-engine-stalls-shifts-neutral","label":"Engine stalls and shifts to neutral at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11030757","quote_1_text":"MY COMPLAINT IS REGARDING MY 2017 MASERATI GHIBLI SQ4. WHILE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC OR AT STOP LIGHT THE CAR SHUTS DOWN AND PUTS ITSELF IN NEUTRAL. THE PROBLEM IS INTERMITTENT AND HAPPENS ROUGHLY ONCE A MONTH. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ON THE 2017 LAVANTE WHICH SHARES THE SAME","quote_2_odi":"11131104","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A RECALL LETTER DATED MAY 18, 2018 RECALL#18V-173 MY VEHICLE WHEN BEING OPERATED AT SPEEDS OF APPROXIMATELY 2 MILES PER HOUR (LOW ENGINE RPM), WHICH CAN BE ENCOUNTERED DURING HEAVY STOP-AND-GO (BUMPER-TO-BUMPER) TRAFFIC CONDITIONS, CAUSES THE ENGINE TO SHUT DOWN. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2017,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"ghibli-2017-rear-differential-recall-persists","label":"Rear differential noise persists after recall repair","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11600191","quote_1_text":"There is a recall for a rear differential issue and Maserati had previously repaired the differential. However, the problem has persisted and I have about 41k miles on the vehicle and already having the same issue. There is a whining noise in the rear along with a leaking rear","quote_2_odi":"11625276","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Maserati Ghibli. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rear end of the vehicle made an abnormal tinging sound. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V856000(Power Train). The dealer was notified of the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2017,"make":"Maserati","make_slug":"maserati","model":"Ghibli","model_slug":"ghibli","cluster_id":"ghibli-2017-steering-vibration-klunk-noise","label":"Steering wheel vibration and klunk noise","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11317806","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FROM NORTHSIDE IMPORTS IN HOUSTON ON THE NIGHT OF FEBRUARY 1ST. ON FEBRUARY 5TH I DROVE IT TO WORK AND NOTICED THAT ON THE ROUGH ROADS THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES/SHAKES TERRIBLY TO POINT WHERE IT HURTLED MY HAND. I CALLED AND NOTIFIED THE SALES PERSON","quote_2_odi":"11246562","quote_2_text":"I HAVE COMPLAINING TO THE DEALER SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR ABOUT NOISE ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND TRANSMISSION. THE CAR SINCE PURCHASED ON 2016 HAS BEEN OUT FOR SERVICE 62 DAYS. I REPORTED SEVERAL TIMES A LOUD KLUNK NOISE ON THE STEERING AND ON THE , TOOK IT TO REPAIR. TOOK THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/maserati/ghibli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/maserati"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-back-over-camera-recall-delay","label":"Back-over camera recall parts delay and failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11633100","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11619261","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rearview camera image was distorted on several occasions, and was black on other occasions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-driver-seat-height-sinks","label":"Driver seat height sinks while driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11547627","quote_1_text":"Drivers seat constantly sinks down as you are driving. It will not stay in place","quote_2_odi":"11288093","quote_2_text":"THE SEAT CONSTANTLY DEFLATES WHEN IT'S PUMPED UP TO THE TALLEST SETTING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-headlight-moisture-condensation","label":"Headlight assembly moisture and condensation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11573867","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE CONTAINED MOISTURE FOR THE LAST 4 YEARS, CAUSING DIFFUSED, DIMMED VISIBILITY AT NIGHT...VERY DANGEROUS","quote_2_odi":"11530294","quote_2_text":"I have already drivers side front replaced at the dealer, now the passenger side front is showing lots of moisture inside the headlamp","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-infotainment-ghost-touch-cracking","label":"Infotainment touchscreen ghost touch and cracking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11571628","quote_1_text":"The infotainment center has a mind of its own. It's going berserk","quote_2_odi":"11432537","quote_2_text":"The media console screen on my Mazda CX-3 has spiderweb-like cracking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-stall-at-low-fuel-level","label":"Engine stall at low fuel level","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11635954","quote_1_text":"The vehicle abruptly stalled and I managed to pull over on the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11436991","quote_2_text":"the engine stalled and shut off at approximately 50 mph and coasted the vehicle to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10935412","quote_1_text":"IN THE PAST 4 MONTHS OF OWNING THE VEHICLE I HAVE HAD 4 EPISODES OF UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"10903247","quote_2_text":"I TURNED INTO A PARKING SPOT AND WAS SLOWING DOWN .EVERYTHING SEEMED NORMAL WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SPED UP INTO A WOODED AREA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx-3-2017-airbags-fail-to-deploy","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11479983","quote_1_text":"I put my right signals on and came to a near stop, as I did a right turn into the parking space in front of the dry cleaners. I was slowly creeping into the parking space, and pushing the brakes, as I slowed down to a near stop in the parking spot. All of a sudden, as my right","quote_2_odi":"11342747","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT AT A VERY HIGH SPEED. A DRIVER DIDN'T SEE ME IN HIS LEFT SIDE BLIND SPOT AND WAS VEERING INTO MY LANE AT 85-90MPH. I SWERVED TO THE LEFT TO AVOID THE CAR AND MY CAR WOULDN'T STRAIGHTEN/I COULDN'T GET BACK THE CONTROL. I SMASHED THE GUARDRAIL WITH THE WHOLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx-3-2017-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure causes vehicle to stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11477801","quote_1_text":"THIS IS A FUEL PUMP PROBLEM. P/N PELL - 1335ZA. OTHER NUMBERS ON THE LABEL ARE 16.12.22 AND H00073961. I AM IN POSSESSION OF THE FAULTY PART. WE WERE TRAVELLING AT HIGHWAY SPEED ON ROUTE 1 IN DELAWARE. THE CAR STALLED IN THE MIDDLE LANE AND WE ALMOST MADE IT TO THE SHOULDER. MY","quote_2_odi":"11499965","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2017 Mazda CX-3 on the interstate when car suddenly jerked and failed to accelerate. I was driving 70 mph in the left lane when this happened and immediately started to pull over to the righthand shoulder of the road. The car jerked and slowed again when we were","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-fuel-pump-recall-unrepaired","label":"Fuel pump recall unrepaired","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11468563","quote_1_text":"I was told I have a recall on my fuel pump it can die at any time! Then they tell you they have no solution for fixing it so you're taking your life in your own hands going out of town having a car break down on you!","quote_2_odi":"11512641","quote_2_text":"The front crash warning light goes on and off intermittently even when alone on the highway. This happens about once a month. The second issue is more serious. My car showed 40 miles of gas left in the tank, and ran out of gas","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-key-fob-disconnect","label":"Key fob disconnects and prevents starting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11230376","quote_1_text":"KEY FOB DISCONNECTS WHILE DRIVING. LOCK/UNLOCK DOES NOT WORK. CAR DOES NOT START WHEN KEYFOB IS IN VEHICLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE TIMES NOW, THE DEALERSHIP HAS CHANGED MY KEYFOBS, FLASHED THE MEMORY, AND REPLACED THE BATTERIES","quote_2_odi":"11430127","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX3. The contact stated while turning off the vehicle, the engine did shut-off however, the interior electrical components of the vehicle such as the radio and the doors would not automatically lock intermittently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-premature-battery-failure","label":"Premature battery failure at low mileage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11340083","quote_1_text":"BATTERY HAS DIED TWICE FOR NO REASON. LOCKS NEED TO BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY. I HAVE TO TURN ON CAR TO OPEN OTHER DOORS","quote_2_odi":"11315769","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2019 CX 3 NOVEMBER 2018. APRIL 17 2019 WITH 1840 MILES I NEEDED A NEW BATTERY. I WAS TOLD I DIDN'T DRIVE THE CARE ENOUGH! I DRIVE MY CAR EVERY DAY BUT IT IS LOCAL DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-rearview-camera-wiring-recall","label":"Rearview camera wiring recall unrepaired","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11605215","quote_1_text":"A recall notice dated July 14, 2023 stated improper design of rearview camera wiring harness fastener. The fastener may become damaged from vibrations during normal vehicle use and/or while closing the lift gate","quote_2_odi":"11583229","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mazda CX-3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-steering-stiffness","label":"Steering wheel stiffness and resistance","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11513720","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel gives resistance to movement, both left and right. This creates a safety hazard from oversteering","quote_2_odi":"11447702","quote_2_text":"Steering Issue: Vehicle from purchase date had stiff steering. Figured this was just a new vehicle and it would get loose as it ages. As of one year later and 14K miles it has gotten worse","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-3","model_slug":"cx-3","cluster_id":"cx3-2019-windshield-stress-crack","label":"Windshield develops stress crack without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11142684","quote_1_text":"FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKED FROM TOP OF CAR NOTHING HIT IT LOOKS LIKE STRESS CRACK. MAZDA SAYS NO AND NO PROBLEMS WITH THERE WINDOWS. 5 WEEKS LATER AND NO ONE CAN GET ME WINDSHIELD BECAUSE 400 BACKORDERD AND MAZDA HAS HOLD ON THEM","quote_2_odi":"11499183","quote_2_text":"In early November 2022, a stress crack appeared on the left side of the front windshield. The crack was about 20 inches long, about halfway down the windshield, and impaired my view of the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11438761","quote_1_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking system is activated even if there is nothing in front of the car. The car stops on its own. This has happened 11 times. Yes, my car is available for inspection. I do not know when it's going to happen. My car has malfunctioned like this 11 times","quote_2_odi":"11468192","quote_2_text":"While driving across Speer Blvd in Denver, CO (6 lanes) the emergency assist brake engaged and brought my car to a complete stop. There were no cars or objects ahead of me and fortunately the cars behind me were able to stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-electrical-no-start","label":"Intermittent no-start and electrical stall condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11710048","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Mazda CX-30 has an intermittent no-start condition caused by a complete electrical failure. This occurs randomly, often overnight and after long or short trips","quote_2_odi":"11506136","quote_2_text":"I bought Mazda CX30 in 2020 and the battery already starts to fail. The engine light and the battery light are on suddenly when I was driving. Then, after a while, when I restart the engine and it starts to work again. However, it happens for two times within a week","quote_3_odi":"11448132","quote_3_text":"MY KEY FOB HAS FAILED 5 TIMES AND AS A RESUKLT IT DRAINS THE BATTERY THUS NEEDING TO GRET A JUMP START. THIS IS ALL IN A TWO YEAR PERIOD. I BELIEVE THERE IS AN ISSUE WITH MAZDA KEY FOBS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-hatch-door-egress","label":"Hatch and door mechanisms that will not open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11700042","quote_1_text":"There is a module that should connect to the hatch door to open. That module in no longer available. Without the hatch door opening, in case of side impact and being pushed into something else, there is no way to get out of the car. This poses a serious safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11499099","quote_2_text":"Driver door cannot be opened from inside with either engine ON or OFF. After I came home from work , I parked the car inside the garage and I could not get out of the car.It took me approximately 2-4 minutes.After that the car just opened. This is the second time in 4 months","quote_3_odi":"11354940","quote_3_text":"I SEE THIS AS A POTENTIAL SAFETY ISSUE. I HAVE BEEN MADE AWARE THAT THE ONLY WAY TO OPEN THE REAR HATCH FROM INSIDE MY CX30 REQUIRES THE NEED OF A FLATHEAD SCREWDRIVER. WHO ROUTINELY HAS THIS ITEM IN THEIR CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-low-oil-light","label":"Excessive oil consumption and low oil light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11628495","quote_1_text":"Low Engine Oil Light keeps appearing at seemingly random intervals. I will heat up my vehicle, begin driving, and sometimes after 10 minutes, sometimes after 20 minutes it will come on. I drove 2.5 hours and it did not come on at all","quote_2_odi":"11513156","quote_2_text":"Every 1000 miles the low oil light comes on. I have 24000 miles on the car and this only started about 4000 miles ago. I have to add a quart of oil every 1-2000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-rear-coil-spring","label":"Rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11625683","quote_1_text":"Rear coil spring broke at ~33,000 miles under normal driving conditions. No warnings given in vehicle safety system and not included in recommended maintenence. Seen when inspected by independent service center. Cannot safely drive vehicle until replaced","quote_2_odi":"11596869","quote_2_text":"Front and rear brakes premature wear, would have failed safety inspection under 30,000 miles but brakes were inspected just outside of warranty with metal on metal. RIGHT rear coil spring snapped lower middle of coil while driving on flat even ground. Just outside of warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-speaker-static-noise","label":"Speaker system static or whistling that will not shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11414958","quote_1_text":"ON SUNDAY MAY 2ND, THE BOSE SOUND SYSTEM SPEAKERS STARTED EMITTING AN EXTREMELY LOUD STATIC/WHISTLING THAT I WAS UNABLE TO TURN OFF. MY CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY SHORE HOUSE WHEN THIS OCCURRED. I COULD NOT TURN IT OFF!!! IT WAS EXTREMELY DAMAGING TO MY EARS!!","quote_2_odi":"11328408","quote_2_text":"LAST NIGHT, AFTER WE RETURNED HOME, MY WIFE REMOVED A CUP FROM OUR VEHICLE'S CUP HOLDER. SHORTLY THEREAFTER, AN EXTREMELY LOUD SOUND OF STATIC BEGAN TO BE HEARD, EMANATING FROM THE CAR'S SPEAKER SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2020-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and jerky shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11674592","quote_1_text":"I OWN 2020 MAZDA CX 30 WITH 66000 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION WAS SHIFTING WITH JERKY MOTIONS. ON JULY 14, 2025 I BROUGHT THE CAR TO PALISADES MAZDA IN ROCKLAND COUNTY NEW YORK TO HAVE TRANSMISSION LOOKED AT AND TO CHANGE TRANSMISSION FLUID CHANGED","quote_2_odi":"11661587","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a repeated and potentially dangerous transmission failure in my 2020 Mazda CX30. At 6 months old, the original transmission failed. Mazda confirmed it was defective and replaced it with a refurbished unit with 10,000 miles on it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-aeb-malfunction","label":"Automatic emergency braking system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-05 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11418296","quote_1_text":"Sudden, enexpected emergency braking when there was no vehicle or any other obstruction in front of me. Luckily, the distance between me and the car behind me was great enough to prevent me from being rear ended.","quote_2_odi":"11475522","quote_2_text":"The automatic braking engaged without warning and without cause. There was nothing directly in front of the car that was a possible collision threat...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment or malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 to 2026-05","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11498534","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Mazda CX30. The contact stated while making a left turn, another vehicle struck the middle of her vehicle causing server damage. The contact stated that none of the frontal air bags were deployed...","quote_2_odi":"11739586","quote_2_text":"Following a recent inspection at Perry Mazda in Santa Barbara, my vehicle was diagnosed with a failed clock spring mechanism causing airbag malfunction warnings. Clock spring failure under 70K miles on a 2021 vehicle is premature...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 to 2025-09","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11610981","quote_1_text":"Battery would be completely drained overnight if the doors are not locked.","quote_2_odi":"11582865","quote_2_text":"The car has some .kind of Electric or electronic malfunction that drains the battery and kills it without giving you a warning. I have taking it to a Mazda Dealer to be fix 4 times and they don't seem to be able to fix it...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-low-oil-consumption","label":"Low engine oil level warnings and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11576461","quote_1_text":"Low engine oil on the turbo model. It happened several times. 16k miles.","quote_2_odi":"11500297","quote_2_text":"Using a quart of oil every 1,500 miles. Known oil consumption issue with the 2021 Mazda CX 30 turbo 2.5 engine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-seatbelt-seat-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor and seat mechanism failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 to 2025-02","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11643631","quote_1_text":"-Driver seatbelt retractor has failed. Will no longer retract and it is available for inspection. -Safety is compromised due to pretensioner will not function in the event of a collision. Seatbelt will not perform as designed...","quote_2_odi":"11602840","quote_2_text":"Seatback fold mechanism loose. Vehicle only has 23,000 miles and seat is starting to come loose.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11597248","quote_1_text":"Car lunged forward when lightly stepping on the gas while making a turn onto a busy street. Then it later lagged in responding when I stepped on the gas. About 5 minutes later, the car dashboard lit up and said there was a transmission error...","quote_2_odi":"11734603","quote_2_text":"While driving, on approach to a stop signal, at an intersection the car stopped moving. The display said engine malfunction, have inspected...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 to 2025-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11453651","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle accelerated independently and hit a brick pillar. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The air bags did not deploy...","quote_2_odi":"11468850","quote_2_text":"Randomly accelerated on its own; burns oil- low oil levels twice in 6 months; randomly says cruise control is available under 25 mph when car is traveling at highway speeds; the unlock and lock functions randomly fail; lift gate randomly opens...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2021-windshield-distortion","label":"Windshield glass distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 to 2023-10","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11469611","quote_1_text":"The windshield in my 2021 CX30 had a distorted view on the passenger side of vehicle. Took it in to dealership who confirmed that there was obvious distortion in the windshield. Windshield was replaced and the new windshield has the same issue...","quote_2_odi":"11447735","quote_2_text":"There is a warp in the windshield on the driver's side of the car that causes noticeable distortion. It causes eye pain and headaches. It also causes distortion and visibility issues when driving at night.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2022-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11581293","quote_1_text":"It has an oil consumption issue.  Every 3,000-3,500 miles is will give the oil low light. It will be 1 quart low. The car takes 6 quarts of 5w30 synthetic oil and requires oil changes every 7,500-8,000 miles.  I have had to put a quart in every time.  I have taken it into the…","quote_2_odi":"11517788","quote_2_text":"\"low oil\" indicator came on after less than 5000 miles after oil change. Found oil to be 1 quart low. Scheduled oil changes are 10,000 miles apart, which suggests engine has defect which allows oil to be consumed within the engine. No signs of oil leakage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2022-forward-collision-brake-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and brake system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11659966","quote_1_text":"On April 15th, 2025, my 2022 Mazda CX-30 experienced a sudden malfunction while I was driving. Despite having the automatic emergency braking system and forward collision warning, the car failed to slow down or alert me before I hit another vehicle during a pile-up. Right after…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2022-rear-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Rear wheel bearing failure and recurrence","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751249","quote_1_text":"The rear wheel bearing failed at approximately 50k miles, causing grinding noise, humming, vibration, steering pull. It was replaced by Mazda under warranty in 2025. The wheel bearing failed again at approximately 59k miles. I have seen reports from other CX-30 owners describing…","quote_2_odi":"11686928","quote_2_text":"Rear wheel bearings failed at approximately 30,000 miles and were replaced by Mazda under warrantee.  The same rear wheel bearings failed at approximately 72,000 miles and are available for inspection.  Dealer has confirmed bad wheel bearings on both occasions.  The potential…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-adas-sensor-false-positives","label":"ADAS sensor false-positive alerts across multiple systems","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530708","quote_1_text":"All are related as they indicate that the error rejection for the sensors are not properly calibrated. These false positive errors are dangerous. It affects the automatic emergency braking, forward collision, blind spot, and cross traffic warning systems","quote_2_odi":"11555691","quote_2_text":"Blind spot monitoring started going off almost constantly on driver side after about a month later the rear cross traffic warning stopped working I took the vehicle to the dealer and nothing was replaced or corrected problem…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-aebs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734610","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds, the system activates a forward collision warning (audible alert and dashboard indicator), followed almost immediately by automatic braking, even when there are no vehicles, obstacles, or pedestrians ahead","quote_2_odi":"11514744","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car on the highway. The car automatically deployed the emergency braking system with no objects in front of the car. The car automatically braked then flashed the brake warning indicator. Car mad itself come to a complete stop","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-curtain-airbag-deployment","label":"Curtain airbag deployment without crash event","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649705","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 20 mph on a residential road during slushy conditions, the side curtain airbags deployed without warning. There was no collision, no impact, and no indication of a rollover or crash. A police officer arrived and completed a report, which noted no…","quote_2_odi":"11647398","quote_2_text":"On February 18, 2024, at approximately 12:00 PM, while driving at 20 mph in slushy but clear conditions, my 2023 Mazda CX-30’s curtain airbags deployed unexpectedly despite no significant collision occurring","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-hvac-evap-coating-particulates","label":"HVAC evaporative coating particulate discharge into cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712291","quote_1_text":"The dealership confirmed the failure of the \"evaporative coating\", which resulted in unidentified chemical byproduct being discharged directly into the passenger cabin.The vehicle remained out of service for 103 days due to this manufacturing defect","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-transmission-shift-malfunction","label":"Transmission shifting hesitation and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754216","quote_1_text":"In June 2026, at approximately 44,500 miles, my 2023 Mazda CX-30 AWD exhibited sudden RPM lock and inability to shift, with delayed and jerky acceleration. Dashboard warning lights activated including transmission malfunction indicators. DTCs P0756 (Shift Solenoid B Stuck Off)…","quote_2_odi":"11625023","quote_2_text":"The rear differential was replaced and the vehicle still has shifting issues. It hesitates, sometimes doesn't advance when the gas pedal is pressed. The vehicle also hesitates at 38-40 and 58-60 mph while just holding your foot steady on the gas pedal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-unintended-acceleration-braking","label":"Vehicle acceleration upon brake pedal application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520797","quote_1_text":"It happened twice already when I step on the break pedal the car goes accelerated feels like you step on the gas pedal  that is the problem the first incident I stopped and parked next to the gate because I need to put the code of the gate","quote_2_odi":"11679806","quote_2_text":"While coasting slowly through a parking lot at approximately 5-8mph I tapped the brake to slow further while making a tight turn and to safely pass a vehicle also turning towards me. This caused the car to lurch and accelerate as though my foot was on the gas pedal, but it wasn't","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx30-2023-windshield-optical-distortion","label":"Windshield optical distortion and wiper performance","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542824","quote_1_text":"I noticed the windshield had a distorted view to it with a wavy/orange peel look covering the entire windshield. When looking at the cars in front of you, road signs, road lines, buildings they all had a orange peel/wavy distorted look to them. After 20 minutes of driving it","quote_2_odi":"11581304","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds in the rain, the driver’s side windshield wiper failed to clear the water on the windshield. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, on several occasions, where it was diagnosed that the wiper blades and wiper arms needed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-airbag-deploy-recall","label":"Air bag deployment and recall remedy issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673231","quote_1_text":"I have received a recall notice back in June 5th. I tried to reach my dealer (Douglas Mazda) couple of times but they are not fixing it. As it has been announced that, it is not available. The vehicle is under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11656445","quote_2_text":"Airbag deployed with no warning or malfunction lights or alerts prior. Knocked my daughter across the vehicle, startled and traumatized both of them. They were able to safely pull into a shopping center parking lot","quote_3_odi":"11639403","quote_3_text":"The air bag warning system shows \"passenger air-bags not engaged\" If involved in any accident that requires passenger air-bags to inflate, they will not. Causing serious to deadly consequences","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Loss of braking effectiveness resulting in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754347","quote_1_text":"When I first got my Mazda CX30 2024 New lease ,my Breaks were very weak & didn't perform as new. Only 2 years later w 9K miles on it, Mazda states my breaks need to be replaced. My rotors need to be shave","quote_2_odi":"11703230","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at highway speeds, an \"i-ACTIVSENSE Partially Disabled Front Radar Malfunction\" warning message appeared on the instrument panel. The contact attempted to exit the highway; however, the vehicle failed to stop","quote_3_odi":"11693587","quote_3_text":"While driving normally at highway speed on I-880 South, the braking system failed to decelerate the vehicle. When the brake pedal was pressed firmly, there was no normal slowing—only a sliding sensation, as if the wheels locked and the car moved forward on ice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-driveline-component-failure","label":"Driveline component failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715712","quote_1_text":"I had both the left front and right front CV axles fail. My car only has 11.5k miles on. I first heard the clunking noise at 11k miles, went right to the dealer and had them watch me recreate the noise and they determined the axles needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11699970","quote_2_text":"The transmission developed a loud whining and grinding noise while driving, indicating imminent risk of sudden loss of motive power or seizure. This creates a severe crash hazard, especially on highways or during acceleration/merging","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-electrical-keyless-start","label":"Electrical system and keyless entry start faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757051","quote_1_text":"Following heavy rain or high humidity conditions, there is a consistent issue with the tire pressure sensor alarming and the smart key being unable to unlock the car doors. I have checked my key fob battery, RF function, car battery - none of these are the root cause","quote_2_odi":"11731038","quote_2_text":"The vehicle intermittently fails to start when pressing the push-button start system. The start/stop button becomes unresponsive despite normal conditions (key present, brake engaged, no warning indicators preventing ignition)","quote_3_odi":"11614451","quote_3_text":"When I wanted to start the car it gave me an error: “Keyless Entry System Malfunction, have the Vehicle Inspected”, also the start indicator light (amber) flashes. After this error message, I couldn't start the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance false braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744391","quote_1_text":"The automatic braking turned on while I was accelerating. My car is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I could have been rear ended because my car automatically braked at an unpredictable time in rush hour traffic","quote_2_odi":"11716422","quote_2_text":"Cruise control and lane keeping system engaged. Vehicle will occasionally aggressively apply brakes, when nothing visible is in front of the vehicle. This has nearly cause our car to be rear ended on a number of occasions","quote_3_odi":"11620962","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while attempting to accelerate from a stop light, the braking system erroneously activated causing the vehicle to abruptly stop. The failure also occurred while driving forward into a parking space","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-30-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729368","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the Highway and the sun roof just exploded send shards of glass everywhere and nothing had hit it or anything. It just exploded. When I got to the dealer the person ahead of me had the exact same thing and we compared pictures","quote_2_odi":"11658839","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded. Was no external debris or damage. Glass pushed outwards. 47 degrees outside. Very sudden and scary","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-abs-electrical-malfunction","label":"ABS and i-Activsense malfunction warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740473","quote_1_text":"2025 Mazda CX-30 experienced a sudden complete loss of power while driving at highway speed with no prior warning lights or indications of malfunction. Immediately before shutdown, steering became extremely stiff due to loss of power steering assist","quote_2_odi":"11643903","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the messages \"i-Activsense Malfunction\", \"In Vehicle Network malfunction\" and \"ABS Malfunction\" were displayed","quote_3_odi":"11723758","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has major electrical issues. The ABS and all over driver safety options would shut off for days at a time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking and false ADAS alerts","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703137","quote_1_text":"Warning sensors activate randomly- of oncoming vehicles- in my opinion for no reason. Enough space between cars. Normal speeds, etc","quote_2_odi":"11703129","quote_2_text":"I have noticed over 30 things wrong with this car. Including but not limited to- the FIRST THINGS I mentioned to the dealership there seems to be apull to the right (suspension/alignment)","quote_3_odi":"11703141","quote_3_text":"Iactive sensor indicated there was a/n (obstruction) or something preventing iactive from working (i dont remember what it said)? I dont remember- but either way- i find it distracting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-door-liftgate-autolock","label":"Door autolock and liftgate malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714353","quote_1_text":"I have been having repeated issues with the doors not autolocking, liftgate functionality, rear seat sensor, and random (collision?) warnings/sensors - among other settings that keep coming undone (audio options, etc) since the purchase of this car","quote_2_odi":"11703396","quote_2_text":"At 1833 yesterday evening, the doors did not autolock","quote_3_odi":"11703366","quote_3_text":"Dash button for lift gate not working. Occasionally the doors dont autolock Both of these things have happened multiple times since I drove the car off the lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-fuel-economy-shortfall","label":"Fuel economy below advertised estimate","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703823","quote_1_text":"It seems like the computer has defaulted to receive the lowest possible gas mileage- if this is somehow communicating with the fuel system- its definitely affecting how much mileage I could be getting and robbing me of up to 100 miles per tank","quote_2_odi":"11703502","quote_2_text":"Car is forecasted to get 290 miles off a full tank after doing nothing but highway driving. 10 miles less than when I first drove it (off the lot and primary highway driving) and 60 miles less than it should according to Mazda statement of 21-30mpg","quote_3_odi":"11703136","quote_3_text":"I wondered if, after my first service visit on 11-12-25, the dealership put regular leaded gas instead of premium in it, because there was a noticeable difference in gas mileage and the engine started revving pretty high, in my opinion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-pedal-entrapment-crash","label":"Pedal entrapment and unintended acceleration crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715886","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-30. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 2 mph into his garage, his right foot had slipped between the brake pedal and the accelerator pedal, and he was unable to get his foot out from under the pedals","quote_2_odi":"11687780","quote_2_text":"Had this Mazda CX30 as a rental car for about a week. Was pulling into the driveway, hit the brakes, and the vehicle took off full speed causing a crash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-30","model_slug":"cx-30","cluster_id":"cx-30-2025-tire-pressure-variance","label":"Tire pressure sensor variance","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706193","quote_1_text":"Tire psi seems to vary greatly under mild conditions. Drove 10 miles- city. 40mph. 70 degree weather. Increased 3psi","quote_2_odi":"11714374","quote_2_text":"The tire pressure has also been varying quite a bit with inconsistent levels across all tires since purchase over the past 3 months","quote_3_odi":"11703134","quote_3_text":"At an unspecified service visit I Was told tires were at manufacturers recommended psi YESTERDAY - left the lot at 1530. The next morning - warning system indicated low psi- even as low as 30psi and front passenger so low it did not give a reading???","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-30","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-driver-seat-spontaneous-recline","label":"Driver seat spontaneously reclines","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11097554","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SEAT RECLINES WITHOUT ANYONE PRESSING BUTTON WHILE THE CAR IS PARKED. THIS HAS HAPPENED IRREGULARLY FOR YEARS","quote_2_odi":"11057035","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN MOTION, THE MOTORIZED DRIVER SEAT MOVES UP, BACK, AND FORWARD EVEN THOUGH NOTHING IS TOUCHING THE MOVEMENT LEVER. AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE DRIVER SEAT INTERMITTENTLY FULLY RECLINES ON ITS OWN","quote_3_odi":"11569670","quote_3_text":"On Thursday [XXX] I stopped at a gas station, went inside, and when I came back out the seat was fully reclined. It was so far back that it was lodged in the car seat behind the drivers seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11151755","quote_1_text":"I'VE BEEN HAVING A PROBLEM WITH MY REAR DRIVER SIDE BRAKES WEARING OUT WAY SOONER THAN ALL OF MY OTHER BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"11101892","quote_2_text":"BRAKES NEEDED REPLACING AT 14,000 AND 17,000 MILES. MAZDA HAS TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETINS ON THE ISSUE BUT REFUSES TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10808403","quote_3_text":"REAR BRAKES (ROTORS AND BRAKE PADS) PREMATURELY WORN OUT AT ~35K THIS LOOKS LIKE A DESIGN ISSUES AS THERE IS A TSB FOR IT, DO TO RUST FORMATION THAT MAKES THE BRAKE PADS STICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Delayed parts availability for structural recall repairs","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10992222","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA CX-5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10980445","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA CX-5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE). THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10943965","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL OF MY MAZDA CX5 IN OCTOBER 2016. IT IS RECALL 9916H LIFT GATE STAY DAMPER CONCERN. I HAVE BEEN CALLING THE MAZDA AT THE AVENUES , JACKSONVILLE, FL, TO GET IT FIXED SINCE OCTOBER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-shifter-wont-power-off","label":"Vehicle fails to fully power off after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11515272","quote_1_text":"The car does not turn off when I put it in park and push the ON/OFF button. I have to start and turn off multiple times and jiggle the gear shift multiple times before it turns off. Sometimes even that doesn't work","quote_2_odi":"11466253","quote_2_text":"My car does not turn off when you push the ignition button. I spoke to Mazda's parts manager about this, and his wife had the same issue and the same model and year as my car. He told me that it is the Parking Lever switch","quote_3_odi":"11404422","quote_3_text":"THE SHIFTER POSITION SWITCH IS DEFECTIVE. IT DOES NOT ALWAYS SHUT OFF THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WHEN THE SHIFTER IS PLACED INTO PARK AND THE CAR IS TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-side-mirror-vibration","label":"Side mirrors vibrate at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10660200","quote_1_text":"AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR SHAKES UNCONTROLLABLY, RENDERING IT VIRTUALLY USELESS. CARS ARE ALL BUT A BLUR AT AND ABOVE 55 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10547879","quote_2_text":"BOTH REAR VIEW MIRRORS VIBRATE AT SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 30 MPH. ON HIGHWAYS THE VIBRATING IS SO INTENSE THE MIRRORS ARE NEARLY USELESS AS USING THEM CAN BE NAUSEATING","quote_3_odi":"10484804","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING OVER 40MPH, THE SIDE VIEW MIRRORS SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY MAKING ME EXTREMELY DIZZY AND FEELING DISORIENTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2013-sudden-power-loss-hesitation","label":"Sudden loss of power or unexpected deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10904857","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY AND HAD TO SLOW DOWN DUE TO TRAFFIC. WHEN CAR SLOWED DOWN TO 15KM/HR, IT SUDDENLY/VIOLENTLY STOPPED AS IF SOMEONE HIT ME FROM BEHIND","quote_2_odi":"10554166","quote_2_text":"I HAD FELT HESITATIONS BEFORE WHILE COMING UP OUR DRIVEWAY, WHICH IS PRETTY STEEP. IT'S LIKE IT WOULD ALMOST STOP THEN LUNGE FORWARD PRETTY QUICK","quote_3_odi":"10592334","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE WHEN STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT, SUDDENLY TRIED TO ACCELERATE THEN A LOUD THUMP AND JOLT (AS IF SOMEONE RAN INTO THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2014-ball-joint-separation","label":"Steering knuckle and ball joint separation","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11404301","quote_1_text":"DRIVING 5MPH ONTO STREET FROM DRIVEWAY, LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. WHEN STOPPED, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WHEEL WAS POINTING AWAY FROM THE INTENDED DIRECTION. THE BOLT CONNECTING THE CONTROL ARM TO THE WHEEL HAD SHEARED OFF. DUE TO THE DECOUPLING, THE LEFT AXLE WAS PULLED OUT OF","quote_2_odi":"11662815","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at a slow speed and attempting to parallel park, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine before the steering wheel seized. No warning light was illuminated. The contact's husband","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2014-rear-brake-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and caliper wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11281072","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES MADE A SQUEALING NOISE AND FAILED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO FERRA AUTO GROUP MAZDA (3363 SOUTH ARLINGTON ROAD, AKRON, OH 44312, (330) 645-7275) WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE BRAKE PADS","quote_2_odi":"11270845","quote_2_text":"AT TIMES THE BREAKS BECOME UNRESPONSIVE TO PRESSURE AND THE PEDAL GOES ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. THE BREAKS HAVE TO BE PUMPED IT ORDER TO GET THEM TO CATCH. SO, I TOOK THE CAR TO A REPAIR SHOP AND THEY CHANGED THE BREAK PADS AND BLEED THE LINES. HOWEVER, AFTER A TEST DRIVE THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11098284","quote_1_text":"OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING 55MPH ON A WINDY ROAD. SOUNDED LIKE A RIFLE SHOT. NO CLIFFS ABOVE US. NO DRAMATIC TEMP OR PRESSURE CHANGED. SEEMED LIKE A SPONTANEOUS EVENT","quote_2_odi":"11222209","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF GLASS SHATTERED SUDDENLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS GOING 70-75 MPH AT THE TIME. THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS AROUND AND THE WEATHER WAS PERFECT SO I DO NOT THINK ANYTHING HIT THE SUNROOF. I HAD BOTH THE SUNROOF AND INTERIOR COVER CLOSED COMPLETELY AT THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2014-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11282887","quote_1_text":"CRACKED WINDSHIELD. NO VEHICLES IN FRONT OF ME, ON A CITY STREET. TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE 48-50 DEGREES, INSIDE TEMPERATURE 70 DEGREES. 9:10 A.M. IT RAINED 1/2 HOUR EARLIER. COLD MORNING","quote_2_odi":"11309955","quote_2_text":"FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS CRACK RUNNING DOWN WINDSHIELD STARTING AT VERY TOP OF WINDSHIELD BEHIND THE REAR VIEW MIRROR. CAR WAS PARKED OVER NIGHT IN MY DRIVEWAY AND NEXT MORNING CRACK HAS APPEARED. CRACK RUNS DOWN ABOUT 12 INCHES AND HOOKS TO THE SIDE. CAR DID NOT EXPERIENCE ANY ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2014-wont-power-off-in-park","label":"Vehicle fails to power off in park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":151,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":377,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11593296","quote_1_text":"Car fails to shut off completely. The motor stops, but the electronics (dash, radio, etc.) and things like the A/C still are on. Searching forums shows it is a faulty gear shift sensor that detects that the car is in park","quote_2_odi":"11244713","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE ELECTRONICS DOES NOT TURN OFF AFTER THE IGNITION IS TURN OFF DUE TO SHIFTER SWITCH - MAZDA (KDY0-46-040). VEHICLE ONLY HAS 40K MILES AND IS A CONCERN FOR NOT HAVING THE VEHICLE LONG. IT'S A SAFETY RISK AND WILL LEAD ISSUES WITH THE TRANSMISSION IN THE FUTURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11605868","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway the check engine light came on. I was able to drive the car home the remaining 20 minutes but there was some noticeable difficulty accelerating. When I went to turn on the car later that day the engine would not turn over and there was an audible","quote_2_odi":"11416089","quote_2_text":"WITH NO WARNING LIGHTS AND/OR SOUNDS, VEHICLE STARTED LOOSING POWER AT AROUND 30 MPH IN THE CITY AND ENGINE COMPLETELY STALLED. AAA WAS CALLED TO START THE VEHICLE TO NO AVAIL, BATTERY CHECKED OUT OK. TOWED TO MAZDA DEALERSHIP IN WICHITA, KS","quote_3_odi":"11058373","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND LOST POWER COMPLETELY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND SEVERAL BSM OFF, TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT, TCS/DSC INDICATORS REMAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-liftgate-recall-parts","label":"Liftgate support recall parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10981706","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE LIFTGATE INDEPENDENTLY FELL AND STRUCK THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER IN THE HEAD. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT RECEIVED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11004047","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MAZDA CX-5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11496770","quote_3_text":"The contact called on behalf of his daughter who owns a 2015 Mazda CX5. The contact stated that while his daughter was loading groceries in the trunk, the liftgate dropped unexpectedly and the corner of the liftgate hit her in the head, causing a laceration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and rim-related air loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10732547","quote_1_text":"CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF YOKOHAMA GEOLANDAR G91A, P225 65/R17, D.O.T. FDF5-PC51414 OEM TIRE: ON JULY 6, 2015 AT APPROXIMATELY 12:30PM EST, MY DAUGHTER WHILE DRIVING OUR 2015 MAZDA CX-5, EXPERIENCED A CATASTROPHIC TIRE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10794398","quote_2_text":"ON OCTOBER 6, 2015, I WAS TRAVELING ON I-70 IN SOUTHERN UTAH WHEN THE REAR DRIVER SIDE TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE WAS A YOKOHAMA GEOLANDER G91, DOT FDF5 PC50814, SIZE P225/65R17/60H. THIS TIRE WAS ON MY 2015 MAZDA CX5 WHEN I PURCHASED IT IN LATE AUGUST 2014","quote_3_odi":"11545786","quote_3_text":"The contact stated the tires deflating abnormally. The contact stated that the tires needed to be inflated on a weekly basis. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the rims were improperly fitted to suit multiple tires, causing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure and hard shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11483555","quote_1_text":"2015 Mazda CX-5 with 91,000 miles on it. Automatic transmission has failed. When I attempted to pull out into traffic the vehicle would not shift into 2nd gear and instead jerked hard and the engine RPMs revved up. I was not able to get the vehicle past 10mph","quote_2_odi":"11080147","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 63,537 MILES. AFTER BEING TOLD THE REPAIR WOULD COST $5,400 I ASKED WOULD I BE GETTING THE SAME TRANSMISSION THAT FAILED. THE SERVICE ADVISOR HAD CONTACTED MAZDA TECH SUPPORT AND SAID \"NO, WE'VE DISCOVERED THE PROBLEM IN YOUR TRANSMISSION AND IT HAS BEEN","quote_3_odi":"11363474","quote_3_text":"MY CAR'S TRANSMISSON WOULD JUST BREAK DOWN IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY 69 AT PRESCOTT, ARIZONA AND FINALLY STOP THERE AND CANNOT MOVE AROUND OR PULL OVER AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11203922","quote_1_text":"I WAS PARKING MY MAZDA CX5 IN A SPOT AT A SHOPPING CENTER AND WHEN I TOUCHED THE BRAKE WITH MY RIGHT FOOT AND WENT TO SHIFT CAR INTO PARK, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FULL SPEED, MAKING A VROOM SOUND, JUMPING THE CURB AND SMASHING INTO A BRICK POST (LUCKILY I HIT THE POST AND NOT A","quote_2_odi":"11072788","quote_2_text":"MY FOOT WAS SOLELY ON THE BRAKE AS MY CAR WAS COMING TO A STOP IN A PARKING SPACE. THEN SUDDENLY WITH NO REASON, THE CAR ACCELERATED, JUMPING THE CEMENT TIRE STOPPER, HIT AGAINST THE CONCRETE PARKING COLUMN, WENT DOWN A SLIGHT HILL AND HIT ANOTHER CONCRETE PARKING COLUMN BEFORE","quote_3_odi":"11539137","quote_3_text":"Occasionally have sudden unintended acceleration. Went to dealer, no codes shown. Replaced battery and did throttle service. Happens 1 or 2 times a month generally within first 5 minutes of trip when attempting to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"mazda-cx5-2015-windshield-cracks","label":"Windshield cracks without apparent impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10641377","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE PARKED. GOT INTO VEHICLE AND NOTICED LARGE CRACK IN WINDSHIELD. THE CRACK WAS NOT THERE 2 HOURS EARLIER WHEN I GOT OUT OF IT. THE CRACK STARTS AT TOP CENTER IN THE FRONT WINDSHIELD AND RUNS DOWN TO THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AND FORMS A 'S' SHAPE AND STOPS BENEATH THE MIRROR","quote_2_odi":"10677042","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY NEW 2015 CX 5 GRAND TOURING TODAY WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP. I LOOKED DOWN AND SAW A 24 INCH CRACK IN MY WINDSHIELD EXTENDING FROM THE LOWER DRIVERS SIDE TO THE MIDDLE. THERE IS NO SIGN OF A CHIP AND THE WINDSHIELD APPEARED TO BE IN PERFECT CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"10648268","quote_3_text":"I WAS PARKING MY CAR IN THE GARAGE LAST NIGHT, WHEN I NOTICED A FRACTURE LINE PROPAGATING FROM THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD (ABOUT 6 INCHES LONG). IN MY ENTIRE HISTORY OF DRIVING I HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS WITH A VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO STONE CHIP OR INDENTATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-drl-failure","label":"Daytime running light flicker and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11308286","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 CX-5 GT IS NOW OUT OF WARRANTY BASED ON MODEL YEAR, ALTHOUGH IT ONLY HAS 21000 MILES ON IT. I HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AS ALMOST EVERY OTHER OWNER OF THIS MAKE AND MODEL, WHICH IS THAT THE LED DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS ON ONE SIDE (SO FAR) HAVE STOPPED WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11435059","quote_2_text":"I received a notice from NHTSA (Campaign No. 20V-063) in May 2020 regarding a recall on daytime running lights due a problem with flickering or not lighting at all. A local dealership changed the lights in September 2020 at no charge to me","quote_3_odi":"11430475","quote_3_text":"LED daytime running lights. 1 is sporadic/ flickering, and the other one is now out/ inoperable, soon the flickering one will go also. Making the vehicle harder to see by other drivers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-engine-cylinder-head","label":"Engine failure and cracked cylinder head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11603978","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving her 2016 CX5 when the coolant temperature warning message displayed on the instrument panel, advising her to pull over immediately. She had just driven on to the expressway, but luckily was still in the right lane and was able to pull over safely","quote_2_odi":"11571922","quote_2_text":"First symptom, no heat coming out of heater vent took to shop to investigate and found antifreeze in the oil . Cylinder head removed and found a nonreparable crack In the cylinder head","quote_3_odi":"11644848","quote_3_text":"The car engine is eating oil. There were no warning lights on the dash to indicate this. i happened to check the oil and it was 3 quarts low. This could have caused the engine to malfunction while driving if not caught in time. This started around 70K miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11728753","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump has been replaced twice in less than a year. Car has less than 100,000 miles. Both times the fuel pump went out while driving, causing loss of acceleration and stalling of vehicle. Had to be towed to shop both times","quote_2_odi":"11505265","quote_2_text":"The low pressure fuel pump on my Cx-5 failed on my drive back home, while in a remote area. I was able to limp the vehicle home with a check engine light that illuminated (at the time of the incident) and erratic vehicle performance (uneven power deliver)","quote_3_odi":"11461989","quote_3_text":"My son was driving the car when it suddenly lost power and would not shift correctly. This occurred without warning while in moderately fast traffic that was moving at 40-50 mph. There were no warning lights illuminated prior to the problem occurring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment reboot loop and ghost touch inputs","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11413114","quote_1_text":"INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM CONTINUOUSLY REBOOTING / CMU GOES BAD. CANNOT REBOOT WITH REMOVING NAV CARD, ETC. THIS DISABLES BLUETOOTH, NAVIGATION, AFFECTS THE CAMERA","quote_2_odi":"11533318","quote_2_text":"Ghost Touch on infotainment system. The infotainment system will randomly make selections - make calls, change gps location destination, change settings, turn off screen, give verbal instructions, etc while driving. This is very distracting and can be a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11452163","quote_3_text":"Rear Video Camera / Back-up Camera Display Malfunction: The display in the dashboard continuously resets, causing the view from the back-up camera to disappear completely or dim to to the point where it is not viewable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-parking-brake-drag","label":"Electronic parking brake engagement and rear caliper drag","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11484295","quote_1_text":"Last month, my vehicle suddenly applied the electronic parking brake (EPB) while I was driving. The EPB & related warning lights illuminated & would not release until the vehicle was turned off","quote_2_odi":"11395126","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE ON MY 2016 MAZDA CX-5 STARTED ACTING STRANGE A FEW WEEKS AGO. AT FIRST IT WOULD NOT DISENGAGE AFTER STARTING THE CAR, BUT WOULD DO SO AFTER A COUPLE OF RESTARTS. THEN IT STARTED ENGAGING SLIGHTLY WHILE DRIVING, WITH NO INDICATIONS","quote_3_odi":"11375160","quote_3_text":"MY TIRE PRESSURE INDICATOR LIGHT WAS TRIGGERED ON WHEN I DROVE THE CAR FOR ABOUT 40 MPH. I STOPPED AT A PARKING LOT AND I NOTICED THE REAR RIGHT WHEEL WAS LITERALLY SMOKING. LATER I WENT TO A LOCAL SHOP AND I WAS TOLD THE BRAKE WAS OVERHEATED ON THE REAR RIGHT SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-seat-heater-fire","label":"Seat heater overheating and seat fires","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11717451","quote_1_text":"I noticed smoke filling the inside of my car. I looked over at the passenger seat, and my coat was on fire. I poured my drink on it, pulled over, and threw the coat out of the car","quote_2_odi":"11697961","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT HEATING SYSTEM CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED THROUGH THE FABRIC AND MY DOG'S SEAT. THE FUMES MADE ME AND MY DOG NAUSEOUS.I HAD TO SWERVE ACROSS THE HIGHWAY AND STOP ON THE SHOULDER TO EXTINGUISH THE SEAT FIRE/BURN","quote_3_odi":"11645904","quote_3_text":"The front passenger seat warmer caught fire as i was driving the vehicle. No fuse tripped or anything when it over heated. The seat not just melted but actually caught fire and filled the vehicle with smoke","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11682679","quote_1_text":"Our sunroof exploded while we were driving on the highway. Glass shattered on us and fell while we were driving with a very loud explosive noise","quote_2_odi":"11404675","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WITH MY HUSBAND AND OUR SUNROOF GLASS SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. WE JUST HEARD A REALLY LOUD BANG AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN, WE COULD HEAR THE WIND BLOWING AND OUR SUNROOF COVER WAS BEING FORCED OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11343510","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ALONG THE INTERSTATE, THE GLASS ON MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE WEATHER WAS ABOUT 70 DEGREES OUTSIDE AND THE CAR IS TYPICALLY GARAGED EXCEPT FOR WHEN I DRIVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":510,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11734199","quote_1_text":"My wife slowed down to a stop before entering the driveway. She gave the vehicle some gas to move forward. She stated that there was a pause, then the vehicle accelerated forward slamming into the garage door and the corner of the garage/house","quote_2_odi":"11476063","quote_2_text":"It's happened 5 or 6 times--twice when in a drive thru. It seems that if I am idling (not pressing on gas or brake) the car will sometimes suddenly accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11404375","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND WAS APPROACHING A STOP SIGN SO I PRESSED BRAKE TO COME TO A STOP. WHILE I WAS PRESSING THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY REVVED UP AND LURCHED FORWARD. I HAD TO SWITCH THE CAR TO NEUTRAL GEAR TO STOP AND THEN BACK UP OUT OF THE WAY OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-adas-brake-malfunction","label":"Smart City Brake Support false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11474061","quote_1_text":"My Mazda has a feature called SBS (Smart Brake Support). It is touted as a safety feature, as it will brake the car when it approaches an object without driver braking","quote_2_odi":"11459535","quote_2_text":"The Mazda SCBS (Smart City Brake Support) system malfunctioned in my vehicle. This system can inadvertently apply the brake if the system malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11010416","quote_3_text":"ACCORDING TO CONSUMER REPORTS (AUG. 2017, PAGE 58, LAST PARAGRAPH) THE MAZDA'S NEW CX-5'S FORWARD COLLISION WARNING WITH LOW-SPEED AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING STANDARD SHOULD BE APPLAUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump stall at highway speed","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11619748","quote_1_text":"Twice now, my 2017 Mazda CX-5 stalled on the highway with a check engine light popping up--both times was driving around 60-70mph for a couple of hours and had about a quarter tank of gas left","quote_2_odi":"11522704","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Sudden loss of power (and speed) on interstate highway at ~65 mph. Fuel level was under 1/4 tank level","quote_3_odi":"11388676","quote_3_text":"WITHOUT ANY WARNING, WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CAR SUDDENLY STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment ghost touch and self-activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11746990","quote_1_text":"There is a consistent issue with the “ghost touch“ and the electrical system so when you’re going down the road, the musical will change. The music will blast up or down randomly it’ll get stuck and it’s very distracting","quote_2_odi":"11697501","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system in my 2017 Mazda CX-5 exhibits dangerous behavior consistent with known defects described in the Mazda Infotainment Class Action Settlement (Case No. 8:21-cv-01355)","quote_3_odi":"11563892","quote_3_text":"The vehicle display registers false “phantom” touches, causing it to behave erratically","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11451580","quote_1_text":"The brake pads on this vehicle wear out prematurely, despite not using them aggressively. All four brake pads on the SUV wore out in less than the first 16,000 miles (first 3 years) and had to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11222457","quote_2_text":"ROTORS BEGAN SHOWING SIGNS OF IRREGULAR WEARING AT 15K MILES, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN BRAKING","quote_3_odi":"11429498","quote_3_text":"Drivers side emergency brake drags just enough to prematurely wear inner brake pad down to the metal. 60,000 miles on car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure under 100k miles","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11724653","quote_1_text":"My car only has 65k miles on it and the rear differential failed and needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11664916","quote_2_text":"Rear differential began to leak. Mechanics (3) looked at the part and discovered play in both right and left side axles leading into rear differential along with loud clanking noises inside the differential itself","quote_3_odi":"11691959","quote_3_text":"Rear differential failed around 97,000 miles. We were three months past our certified pre-owned warranty. Total cost to repair was around $4400 after a discount on parts and labor through our Costco membership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-soul-red-paint-chipping","label":"Soul Red paint chipping on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11065426","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE RED SOUL CRYSTAL METALLIC PAINT. THE PAINT ON MY CAR IS CHIPPING OFF DOWN TO THE METAL","quote_2_odi":"11267537","quote_2_text":"2017 MAZDA CX-5 WITH SOUL RED METALLIC PAINT, ONLY 19000 MILES IS EXHIBITING SMALL CHIPS IN THE PAINT","quote_3_odi":"11132259","quote_3_text":"EVERY TIME SMALL ROAD GRAVEL HITS PAINT, THE PAINT CHIPS. THE CAR IS LESS THAN A YEAR OLD AND HAS AT LEAST 20 CHIPS ON THE HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11484135","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway, going about 65 mph at 7:30 am. I heard a loud BANG sound and my sunroof glass exploded into pieces","quote_2_odi":"11414917","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF JUST EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I HAVE A DASH CAM WHICH CAPTURED ABSOLUTELY NOTHING IMPACTING THE GLASS","quote_3_odi":"11098971","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, MY SUNROOF COMPLETELY SHATTERED WITHOUT BEING HIT OR TOUCHED BY ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2017-wiper-bcm-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure from body control module","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11365159","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2017 MAZDA CX5 TOURING MODEL, WITH 39K MILES. THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED ON 10/16/2020. MY DEALER PICKED UP MY CAR TODAY, AND DETERMINED THAT THE BODY CONTROL MODULE FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11436789","quote_2_text":"One day last month, my front winsheild wipers were going very slowly when I turned them on the Auto setting (maybe 1/4 of normal speed, which is not correct)","quote_3_odi":"11538764","quote_3_text":"On April 15th, 2019, Mazda made the public aware of Recall Campaign 3219D which involves a failure of the Front Body Control Module on Mazda 3 vehicles, which renders the front windshield wipers inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-cracked-cylinder-head-oil-leak","label":"Cracked cylinder head oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11744932","quote_1_text":"Cylinder head suddenly cracked, causing heavy oil leakage onto hot exhaust manifold. Car started to smoke heavily. Vehicle turned off before potential engine fire.","quote_2_odi":"11722628","quote_2_text":"Cracked cylinder head confirmed by Mazda Dealership. No warning lights or indicators. We noticed white smoke and a burnt plastic smell after a drive one night. Dealership confirmed oil was leaking onto the exhaust, a potential fire hazard.","quote_3_odi":"11637065","quote_3_text":"Cylinder head cracked at 46,000 miles causing smoke and oil leakage. This was the root of an almost $6,000 repair, leaving me without a vehicle for 15 days. This issue could also lead to more extensive engine problems in the future.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine failure and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11714123","quote_1_text":"While driving, my 2018 Mazda CX-5 experienced a sudden and complete loss of engine power without warning. The engine shut down while the vehicle was in motion; however, electrical systems such as the radio, heat, and electronics remained operational…","quote_2_odi":"11693210","quote_2_text":"Driving fine at low speeds (under 40mph), once I accelerate to highway speeds the engine misfires, check engine light flashes, Smart City Brake System Malfunction, Radar Malfunction, and car losses all engine power. Car just coast, lights and brakes still work…","quote_3_odi":"11734878","quote_3_text":"My 2018 Mazda CX five experience catastrophic engine failure at approximately 119,000 miles despite proper maintenance. The failure resulted in a repair estimate exceeding $9500…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-engine-smoke-in-cabin","label":"Engine smoke and oil odor entering the cabin","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11628969","quote_1_text":"The cylinder head cracked while waiting for a light to change at a busy intersection, causing heavy smoke to enter the vehicle through the air vents with the heater on. The smoke filled the car quickly, causing my wife and me to exit the vehicle at the very busy intersection…","quote_2_odi":"11592566","quote_2_text":"Oil smell in cabin. Diagnosed by independent repair shop as hairline crack in back of cylinder head. Cylinder head replaced at 91000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"11578031","quote_3_text":"My 2018 Mazda CX-5 had a rubber burning smell and smoke leaked into the cabin. I noticed the next morning, oil leaked onto my driveway. I brought the car to the dealership and they mentioned it was a cracked cylinder head…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-gasket-and-cover-oil-leak","label":"Oil leak at head gasket, valve cover, or timing cover","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11582466","quote_1_text":"The cylinder head and timing cover are leaking oil and need to be replaced. It is at the dealer and available for inspection. The car started smoking and lost oil obscuring my vision. The problem appears to be well known by the dealer and they were able to diagnose the issue…","quote_2_odi":"11644513","quote_2_text":"There is a cracked cylinder head cover and the oil leaks from the crack onto the manifold causing smoke and burning smell…","quote_3_odi":"11592587","quote_3_text":"2018 mazda started smoking from under hood and noticed a burning oil smell. Took to mechanic and was told engine head gasket has a huge Crack. Car only has 22k on it and never been in any accident. All appropriate preventative services are up to date…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment ghost touch and volume changes","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11740394","quote_1_text":"Touch Screen and/or infotainment center causing ghost touch. Available for inspection. Ghost touch (known Mazda issue) with touch screen has been changing radio stations, increasing volume to max…","quote_2_odi":"11708847","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system consistently changes stations and volume on its own. Knob will not allow you to make adjustments . Contacted dealer and infotainment Is not covered under warranty , or extended warranty. Now the collision notification is not working…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2018-unexpected-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11584189","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances of phantom braking, which resulted in two instances where we were just inches from being rear-ended. The circumstances of the phantom braking are similar, and has occured many times…","quote_2_odi":"11730227","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety issue involving engine failure and fumes entering the vehicle cabin as well as unintended braking post major engine repair at 75,000 miles on my 2018 Mazda CX5…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2019-auto-folding-mirrors","label":"Auto-folding side mirrors","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 255 total)","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11569639","quote_1_text":"Folding side mirror will not open all the way, causing a safety concern when driving.","quote_2_odi":"11572641","quote_2_text":"The side mirrors fold in and out automatically. Sometimes they will not open to driving position, leaving the driver without the ability to check them for lane changes. This is a common problem with the automatic mirrors on Mazda vehicles. I have had them repaired once under…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2019-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Smart City Brake Support activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 255 total)","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11500061","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Mazda CX-5 automatically applied the brakes while the car was on cruise control traveling at 65 mph on a highway, and there wasn't a car or any object in front of me or to either side of my car. The car applied the brakes firmly and brought the speed down quickly and…","quote_2_odi":"11635658","quote_2_text":"Good afternoon. I am reporting an incident that occurred on December 29, 2024. I was driving my 2019 Mazda Cx-5 and I was about to make a left turn. However, as I was making the left turn, I received a notification on my dashboard about a \"Forward Smart City Brake Support…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2019-cylinder-head-crack","label":"Cracked cylinder head and oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 255 total)","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11647768","quote_1_text":"Cracked cylinder head. Major oil leak. Oil light came on but then turned off. No other warning light. No engine light came on. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis.","quote_2_odi":"11657420","quote_2_text":"At 30,000 miles car began leaking oil severely and was told that the engine block was cracked and needed to be replaced. There are numerous complaints of this same issue online happening just after the warranty has expired. The cost of repair is $6000.","quote_3_odi":"11651964","quote_3_text":"Valve cover develops crack causing significant loss of oil resulting in seizing of engine with the potential of serious accident and potential loss of life.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2019-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment screen ghost touch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 255 total)","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11544767","quote_1_text":"the infotainment LCD screen has \"Ghost Touch\" issue. The screen randomly appears to move around as if a ghost is touching the lcd touch screen. After researching online this is a common problem Mazda will not address.","quote_2_odi":"11650403","quote_2_text":"While driving, the infotainment screen went crazy! It randomly changed screens rapidly, and the navigation voice started talking loudly about changing volume level, and repeatedly. Very distracting and dangerous.","quote_3_odi":"11619242","quote_3_text":"Infotainment screen malfunctions, pressing buttons by itself.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2019-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 255 total)","source_complaint_count":255,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11608411","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN. Vehicle stalls and jumps when I step on the gas pedal or try to increase speed.","quote_2_odi":"11536875","quote_2_text":"While driving down the road my Mazda CX-5 continues to just stall and the engine light turns on and the safety features turn off. I was driving down a road in town and the engine started stalling as I came to a red light and slowed the engine shut off and I was almost hit from…","quote_3_odi":"11619807","quote_3_text":"The vehicle starting stalling, check engine light would come on, and the vehicle would slipped into “limp mode” while traveling on the freeway. I was amount in two auto collisions because of the vehicle slowing down in the middle of the highway. The problem started in August…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-cylinder-head-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak from cylinder head or gasket","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11745274","quote_1_text":"Cylinder Head has failed at 53,000 miles. Mazda has a technical service bulletin acknowledging that this is a common occurrence with this part. They have an extended warranty for the turbo engine but not for the standard engine","quote_2_odi":"11677045","quote_2_text":"I noticed an oil leak. I had it diagnosed and its a crack in the cylinder head, right above the exhaust manifold. This is known issue for Mazda's online. There is oil spilling everywhere. The oil burns off as it is driving. Smoke fills my car","quote_3_odi":"11619876","quote_3_text":"Low oil light came on at 52,764 miles, 300 miles before the next oil change on the manufacturer-recommended 7500 mile schedule. I've switched to a 5000 mile oil change schedule and will be monitoring oil level going forward for excessive oil consumption","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment touchscreen ghost-touch malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11743236","quote_1_text":"The infotainment display screen on my 2020 Mazda CX-5 has suffered a severe hardware failure resulting in un-commanded inputs, commonly known as \"ghost touching.\" While driving at highway speeds, the touchscreen constantly registers phantom touches","quote_2_odi":"11638986","quote_2_text":"My infotainment display has a prevalent ghost touch issue that causes majors distractions while I'm driving, and no warnings on when it'll happen","quote_3_odi":"11608324","quote_3_text":"The infotainment screen kept moving on its own disconnecting my map while driving. I took it to Mazda and they updated the software but the infotainment continued to malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11729750","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway in traffic, I was applying the brakes (slowly and smoothly) and moving with the flow of traffic when the SBS system activated the brakes harshly and slammed me to a stop without reason","quote_2_odi":"11544224","quote_2_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking (Mazda's Smart City Braking Feature) will randomly trigger even when there is no vehicle/person/object/obstruction present in the road infront of you. It has occurred going over railroad tracks and made by car go from 30 mph to 0 in a second","quote_3_odi":"11353304","quote_3_text":"SUDDEN BRAKING CAUSED BY AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM. ON SEPT 1, 2020, I WAS DRIVING DOWN A NEIGHBORHOOD STREET, GOING ABOUT 30 MPH, AND A CAR IN FRONT OF ME WAS TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-sudden-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of power or stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11642539","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shuddered and lost automotive power and failed to exceed 15 MPH. The vehicle failed to return to normal operation","quote_2_odi":"11709183","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while driving under 45 MPH, the TCM received a false data sensor warning, causing the vehicle to enter LIMP Mode","quote_3_odi":"11664532","quote_3_text":"Car “died” while idling at a traffic light. It started but would not start several hours later and car was towed to mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11406101","quote_1_text":"MY 2020 MAZDA CX-5 SUNROOF GLASS SUDDENLY EXPLODED FOR NO KNOWN REASON AS I WAS DRIVING 45 MPH ON HIGHWAY 97 IN OREGON. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED AND IT JUST SUDDENLY BURST. ALL THE GLASS BROKE AND THERE WAS A HOLE WHERE IT BLEW OUT. IT WAS A SUNNY DAY","quote_2_odi":"11363219","quote_2_text":"ON OCT. 6, 2020, WHILE DRIVING NORTH ON I-95 IN VIRGINIA, NEARING EXIT 133, OUR SUN ROOF SUDDENLY AND SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED OUTWARD. WE WERE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 50-60 MPH AND SLOWING TO LEAVE THE HIGHWAY AT EXIT 133","quote_3_odi":"11696894","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODING - 2020 Cx5 I've seen other reports on mazda forums happending on cx the sunroofs RANDOM normal temp in chicago IL on Halloween night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-transmission-torque-converter","label":"Transmission chirping noise from torque converter","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11697451","quote_1_text":"Vehicle suffering from Mazda TSB 05-005/23 Chirping noise from Transaxle on 3rd to 4th gear upshift. Vehicle diagnosed by dealership as needing new Transaxle on 17OCT25. Diagnosis stated issue started ~32k miles","quote_2_odi":"11690786","quote_2_text":"The issue is iron is depositing in the transmission due to a bad torque converter, this is a known issue with mazda and it doesn't seem to be something they are willing to cover and many people are experiencing this especially with the cx5 models","quote_3_odi":"11690627","quote_3_text":"Driving about 20 to 35 mph accelerating I would get a distinctive one time chirp noise with a little bit of a stutter It happens every time I go about that speed accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11623379","quote_1_text":"I was in the drive thru at a restaurant and had my foot on the brake. After a couple of minutes of sitting with my foot on the brake, I gently pressed the accelerator to slowly move forward. All of a sudden the car sped up on its own like I had floored it","quote_2_odi":"11616109","quote_2_text":"The vehicle accelerated on its own, while I was parking. My foot was on the brake when the vehicle just took off. It continued to accelerate until a building stopped it","quote_3_odi":"11405931","quote_3_text":"I WAS PARKED AT A FAST FOOD RESTAURANT THAT HAD AN OUTDOOR KIOSK FOR PAYMENT. I GOT OUT OF MY CAR TO PAY AND GOT BACK IN. AFTER ABOUT A MINUTE OR TWO MY CAR ACCELERATED FORWARD, GOING OVER A SLOPED CURB AND DOWN A SHORT LOW GRADE HILL, HITTING A POLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2021-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11558769","quote_1_text":"Screen blank when I am drving a while without any problem. I saw online and many owner have same problem. I followed company and online instruction. the problem could not be solved.","quote_2_odi":"11699663","quote_2_text":"Radio audio randomly stopped working and you have to disconnect the negative or you have to leave the car off essentially all night. It’s definitely unknown issue there’s videos all over YouTube about it and there’s forms on read about it.","quote_3_odi":"11668480","quote_3_text":"Infotainment system went dark and I cannot get it to come back on. I’ve read that this has been an ongoing issue and is covered in Mazda cx5 models up to 2020 thru a class action lawsuit, but my one is a 2021 (manufactured we’ll before 2021 though) with a virtually identical…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11624523","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is low mileage (11,500 miles) and is burning an excessive amount of oil (up to a quart every 1,000 miles) The dealership is aware of this and just keeps saying to add oil.","quote_2_odi":"11581151","quote_2_text":"Ever since the vehicle was bought brand new. It had oil consumption issues. I always had to top off engine oil every 3 to 4 thousand miles or so.","quote_3_odi":"11729087","quote_3_text":"Due to oil consumption issues & oil leak on 2021 Mazda cx 5 AWD I was told the timing cover and gasket needs replacement due to oil leakage. This appears to be a very common issue with this vehicle. The engine is at risk of catastrophic failure due to low oil levels","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2021-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11543184","quote_1_text":"Car with 15,000 miles needs a front and back brake job. Front rotors are rusty and chipping. Brake pads are chipping and front end has vibrations when brake pedal is applied. Back brakes are not as bad but will need repair soon. 15,000 miles on a set of front brakes pad and…","quote_2_odi":"11733942","quote_2_text":"The car has 21000 miles and is driven lightly when applying the brakes the steering wheel started shaking and the car made noises - the brakes could have failed at any time and at any speedl The dealer said the rotors were warped. no warning and no notification from the…","quote_3_odi":"11568928","quote_3_text":"At 15k mi the rear left wheel started to squeal. Took car to dealer, they claimed all brake pads on the car worn out and replaced all of them (front+back), paperwork is available. That's an indication of a design defect impacting the brake system, this is not acceptable.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-engine-cylinder-head-hla-noise","label":"Engine cylinder head cracking and HLA ticking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565525","quote_1_text":"Cracked cylinder head, August 2023. I'm not sure if it's a safety hazard, but it seems that oil being sprayed around a hot engine could be a fire hazard. Also, since the oil light comes on with no warning, it could cause people to have to pull over on a busy interstate because…","quote_2_odi":"11632225","quote_2_text":"The engine on my 2022 naturally aspirated Mazda CX5, is making a loud ticking noise when cold started. The vehicle is in pristine condition and is services regularly at the dealer with only 33,000 miles. The ticking noise is a known issue for this make and model, where Mazda has…","quote_3_odi":"11583290","quote_3_text":"Cylinder head cracked resulting in engine overheating with code P111A. Gasket bolts expelled due to excessive heat and pressure. Evidence of coolant spray along hose connections, lower cover and transfer case.  Smoke came out of the engine compartment first followed by warnings…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-forward-collision-avoidance-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance erroneous activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11472866","quote_1_text":"While I was on the brakes slowing at a normal rate with plenty of distance to the vehicle ahead, my vehicle unexpectedly activated automatic emergency braking. It abruptly applied full brakes and came to a complete stop, even though traffic ahead was still rolling. There was…","quote_2_odi":"11627600","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance system erroneously activated, and the vehicle came to a complete stop in the middle of a busy intersection. The contact stated that there were no other vehicles or object nearby. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-headlight-fan-motor-failure","label":"LED headlight cooling fan and motor failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736447","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Mazda CX-5 Signature began producing a loud whirring/rattling noise from the driver-side front headlight assembly. After investigation, the noise was identified as coming from the internal cooling fan located inside the LED headlight unit. The cooling fan, which is…","quote_2_odi":"11722983","quote_2_text":"Both front headlights are making an abnormal loud whining noise which started intermittently about 6 months ago and became continuous January 2026. Took vehicle to dealership where the dealership reported that the noise may be due to contamination by a foreign matter during the…","quote_3_odi":"11732328","quote_3_text":"Both LED headlights died within two months of each other on this relatively new vehicle. Outside the three year warranty, but only 27,000 miles (well within the 36,000 warranty period). As it's outside of the three years, the warranty already expired regardless of mileage. One…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-powertrain-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission and powertrain loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11683090","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure, currently reproducible but car is at dealer to be evaluated/repaired. I was safe as I was still in my driveway, however if I was in traffic I would be at risk of an accident, by the time you realize you are not moving you have already let off the brake and…","quote_2_odi":"11500843","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine revved loudly while the RPM fluctuated above 5,000 RPM. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the control valve body assembly and control valve were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11453165","quote_1_text":"The sunroof exploded while driving 70mph on a rural highway. There were no other cars nearby that could have kicked up a rock nor anything that could have fallen on the sunroof. The window buckled outward, not inward. The glass shattered and flew everywhere endangering the…","quote_2_odi":"11508492","quote_2_text":"My 2022 CX5 sunroof exploded while driving on highway, glass fragments were caught by the shade so no one was injured thankfully. But this could have easily caused bodily injuries if the shade was open. The loud explosion and glass fragments could have distracted/impair the…","quote_3_odi":"11622246","quote_3_text":"Driving at highway speed on interstate, no traffic near the vehicle, no overpasses within miles, and the sunroof exploded without any impact to it or vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and unexpected vehicle surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11475980","quote_1_text":"I was looking for a parking place and was driving very slowly.  I slowed further to turn into a place on the right, near the south end of the parking lot and was attempting to put the car in park when the car accelerated abruptly, lurched forward, crossed over the concrete curb…","quote_2_odi":"11681430","quote_2_text":"Several times and most recently today 8/18/2025 at 5:30 PM my 2022 Mazda CX-5 accelerated while I had my foot on the brake and only the brake.  Hard pressure on the brake kept the SUV from lurching forward.  This has happened before but I did not think it would occur again.  But…","quote_3_odi":"11501356","quote_3_text":"While stopped on a slight downgrade, RPM suddenly increased and vehicle lurched forward. Applying more pressure to brake stopped movement. I forced transmission into park. Took foot off brake, RPM still high. Tapped accelerator, RPM dropped to normal idle. Fortunately, there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2023-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil pressure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09-13 → 2026-06-26","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633979","quote_1_text":"The Low Oil Warning Light comes on between oil changes. I think this is the 3-4th time. I will have to add 1 quart of oil to the car after 3000-4000 miles. I only have about 33,000 miles on this vehichle and do the oil changes myself.","quote_2_odi":"11544406","quote_2_text":"Between May and September this year, the MyMazda app has alerted me two times that the oil level was low. I manually checked and it was indeed low. The first time I brought it to a Firestone service center to have it checked and they verified that the level was down considerably to the bottom dot on the stick.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2023-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side exterior mirror vibration at speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-06 → 2025-09-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11684928","quote_1_text":"The driver-side power door mirror on my 2023 Mazda CX-5 vibrates excessively at highway speeds above 75 mph, especially on windy days. The vibration is so severe that it causes a blurred and distorted view, making it difficult to clearly see vehicles in adjacent lanes.","quote_2_odi":"11587268","quote_2_text":"The driver's side mirror tends to vibrate or shake more than the passenger side mirror, especially at speeds above 50-60 mph or in windy conditions. It has been a common complaint among Mazda owners for quite a while, and it seems to be a design flaw that Mazda has not yet addressed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2023-occupant-sensor-seatbelt","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor false activation","component_code":"SEATS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-19 → 2026-06-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741933","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat occupancy sensor goes off intermittently, causing an extremely distracting seatbelt alarm in the vehicle during operation. This has occurred to me while driving on a highway; I deeply lost focus on controlling the vehicle as the alarm started suddenly…","quote_2_odi":"11643803","quote_2_text":"Small amount of weight such as keys or phone is triggering the Occupant sensor in the front passenger seat. This issue just started and I am finding a lot of complaints regarding this.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06-29 → 2024-04-29","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529630","quote_1_text":"Without any warning there was a loud and abrupt explosion from within the vehicle. As I looked in my rear view mirror I saw glass blowing in the wind behind me. I suddenly detected wind blowing above my head and realized my sunroof had most likely been the glass I saw behind me.","quote_2_odi":"11548627","quote_2_text":"The sunroof spontaneously exploded outward while my wife was driving on the interstate. She was not near other vehicles or under an overpass for flying debris. We have had the vehicle for only 9 months and she works from home so it is kept in a garage for the majority of its life.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07-07 → 2026-05-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547758","quote_1_text":"At 2:00 on a clear afternoon I was slowly coasting into a right hand turn into a parking space, and lightly tapping the brake to finalize the stop, when the car accelerated HARD forward over a curb and a sidewalk into the brick wall of a building.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction and warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605788","quote_1_text":"Something malfunctioned with the brake system of the car. The car was in park and off. I exited the car, reached back into the car for an item, and shut the door. I then walked up the driveway and to the front door","quote_2_odi":"11729735","quote_2_text":"The contact leased a 2024 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that the yellow electronic emergency brake light was displayed. The cruise control and rear brakes were inoperable. The brake pedal was pulsating while depressed. There was smoke coming from the front brakes","quote_3_odi":"11591218","quote_3_text":"I had coplained about a long, soft brake pedal on 10 February 2024 to Hiley Fort Worth Motorcars and got a report on 13 February 2024 stated that after inspection, they could not duplicate my complaint, so they did a visual inspection and washed the car!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-engine-stall-overheat","label":"Engine stalling and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731945","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway, the car stopped having the ability to accelerate. The engine light came on, and I received a notification on the Mazda app stating there was an \"engine malfunction.\" I took it to Mazda, and they told me nothing was wrong","quote_2_odi":"11726252","quote_2_text":"Incident Description: On multiple occasions in January and February 2026, while operating a 2024 Mazda CX-5 in reverse on low-friction surfaces (snow/ice) with a slight incline, the vehicle suffered a total systemic failure","quote_3_odi":"11739827","quote_3_text":"My car caught on fire on [CCC] and it's completely burned down, a total loss. Following is information about my car and some summary of what happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-fcw-auto-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11658933","quote_1_text":"Go down road, straight, less than 40, automatic braking system we off with no one in front of me or in lane next to me","quote_2_odi":"11604254","quote_2_text":"The most recent incident: Driving 35 MPH on a 4 lane divided boulevard, vehicle 5-6 car lengths in front of me indicates intention to turn right. No traffic in lane to my left should I need to change lanes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-headlight-motor-noise","label":"Headlight assembly motor noise and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742330","quote_1_text":"Faulty headlights. One was replaced at 35,678 miles (passenger side) The other one is going bad (driver's side) (approximate mileage: 55,000) A dealer has confirmed the problem. Quoted 19223.93 for the replacement on 04/21/26. Manufacturer informed","quote_2_odi":"11727169","quote_2_text":"headlight fan motor went out in both lights in under 3 years","quote_3_odi":"11712669","quote_3_text":"I started hearing this noise on my car, it was distracting and found it that it only happens when my headlight is turned on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-mirror-window-fog","label":"Mirror and window fogging in wet weather","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624734","quote_1_text":"The side mirror defrosters are not operable. This is an extreme safety hazard to be able to see my surroundings while driving. This function should operate when the rear defroster is activated and is not working","quote_2_odi":"11607472","quote_2_text":"when you are driving in rainy weather on a highway the side view mirrors and windows fog up and you can't see. Putting on the defroster doesn't help. You have to drive with the windows open","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-seat-structural-failure","label":"Seat structural failure and looseness","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745775","quote_1_text":"Driver side seat rocks back and forth when braking and cornering. Feels loose","quote_2_odi":"11699243","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was rear-ended. The front driver's side seat belt restraint did not function as intended","quote_3_odi":"11595400","quote_3_text":"Since the day we purchased our new 2024 Mazda CX-5, two issues have become apparent. Firstly, there is a clicking noise emanating from the rear passenger seats behind the driver whenever the vehicle is in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738271","quote_1_text":"Sunroof glass failure that occurred on my 2024 Mazda CX-5. While driving to work on May 9th at 11:16 pm going 67 miles per hour on route XXX in [XXX] , I suddenly heard a very loud popping/explosive sound from above the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11632975","quote_2_text":"While driving on the road at the posted speed limit (55 mph), I heard a gunshot-like sound. There was no debris on the road and no drivers close ahead. After hearing the sound, I hear wind above me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx5-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and RPM surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681506","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated that while his wife was entering the garage, at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated; the brake pedal was applied but failed to respond, and it crashed into the refrigerator","quote_2_odi":"11658705","quote_2_text":"Straight to the point, I backed the vehicle up, pushed the brake peddle in and shifted into park","quote_3_odi":"11739528","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-5. The contact stated while driving at 45 MPH, the check engine light illmiunated. The contact mention when depressing accelerator pedal, the RPM's get suck independently and the vehicle fails to respond as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-acceleration-while-braking","label":"Acceleration during brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11700480","quote_1_text":"At stop signs, in a row of 3 or 4 cars, on the 3rd or 4th stop, I apply the brake but it accelerates as i am braking, moving forward 8 or 10 feet. Over the course of 1800 miles, this has occurred 3 or 4 times, narrowly avoiding collisions.","quote_2_odi":"11732162","quote_2_text":"While driving at various speeds, including highway speeds, the vehicle intermittently fails to slow down when the brake pedal is applied. On multiple occasions, the brake pedal was pressed but the vehicle did not respond appropriately and continued moving forward…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-collision-avoidance-faults","label":"Automatic emergency braking and traffic jam assist faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11747030","quote_1_text":"The automatic emergency braking system prematurely and overly-aggressively takes over when I have full control of the situation. When it takes control it locks up all four wheels, each time almost causing a rear-end collision…","quote_2_odi":"11741835","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Mazda CX-5 includes a Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) stop and go feature. This feature allows the adaptive cruise control to move the vehicle in traffic with minimal drier intervention. As traffic advances the vehicle moves. If traffic stops, the vehicle stops…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speeds","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11738442","quote_1_text":"Description of Safety Defect: The driver-side exterior rearview mirror vibrates excessively, escalating into a violent shake depending on vehicle speed, crosswinds, and road surfaces. The issue is highly pronounced at highway speeds (65+ mph) and deteriorates aggressively as…","quote_2_odi":"11691337","quote_2_text":"The driver side mirror vibrates at speeds above 65 miles per hour especially with windy conditions. Went to the dealer they replaced the mirror assembly with the issue still remaining…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-rollaway-out-of-park","label":"Rollaway after engine shutoff out of Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11735788","quote_1_text":"Life-threatening, unoccupied rollaway vehicle with personal injury. Possible and/or suspected issues: \"Not-P\" switch circuit malfunction; \"false park\"; lack of cross-module redundancy; lack of BCM and PCM redundancy; Diagnostic Blind Spot; lack of Occupancy-Brake interlock…","quote_2_odi":"11685252","quote_2_text":"I pulled the car into garage, and realized it's not inside enough. So I moved the car forward, but forgot to place the shift to P position. With the shift in D position, I shut off the engine, opened the door, ready to get out. I did not notice the car was moving backward,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and no-start conditions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11742466","quote_1_text":"On May 21st , 2026, while waiting in line to make a right turn (positioned 3rd in queue), the vehicles ahead moved forward. As I transitioned from the brake to the gas pedal to follow, the vehicle experienced an instantaneous engine stall and total electrical failure…","quote_2_odi":"11723148","quote_2_text":"I purchased this vehicle new in June 2025. About a month after the dealer service inspection, the vehicle suddenly would not start at all. The key fob sometimes cannot unlock the door, and I have to use the backup key to open it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-5","model_slug":"cx-5","cluster_id":"cx-5-2025-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11732161","quote_1_text":"While driving on February 12, 2026, the steering system failed, resulting in the steering wheel locking and becoming impossible to turn. While making a right-hand turn, the steering wheel suddenly locked. I had to forcefully jerk the wheel to regain control and avoid colliding…","quote_2_odi":"11718630","quote_2_text":"Breaks and gas pedal simultaneously stopped working while driving and steering wheel locked up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance phantom braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649142","quote_1_text":"On the freeway going 60 MPH, the safety system malfunctioned and applied maximum braking - as if I was going to collide with something in front of me. It was frightening. There was a 1/4 mile of open road in front. It happened 2 more times in the next 2 miles on the interstate.","quote_2_odi":"11557960","quote_2_text":"While passing a semi truck, with traffic in the oncoming lane, and behind us, the auto-braking activated. There were no vehicles in front of us. The alert went off, and the car rapidly slowed from 70 to 35, and applying the gas did not resolve the issue. This almost caused a rear end…","quote_3_odi":"11632011","quote_3_text":"When driving, the car automatically apply the brakes even though there is no car or any obstruction in front of the vehicle. This happens 3-4 times in the last year. The i-ACTIVESENSE System malfunction. The brake system malfunction.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-climate-temp-knob","label":"Climate control temperature knob erratic response","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740817","quote_1_text":"The temperature control dial on the climate control system behaves erratically and inconsistently. When turning the dial to increase temperature, the displayed temperature sometimes decreases. When turning it to decrease, it sometimes increases. The dial also jumps multiple units rather than incrementing…","quote_2_odi":"11738212","quote_2_text":"When adjusting the temperature in the car with the dial, it does not respond correctly. It either jumps up or down by multiple degrees. This causes to take your eyes off the road to try to adjust the temperature. No warning lights came on and pushing lighter or harder on the dial does NOT fix it.","quote_3_odi":"11736004","quote_3_text":"The temperature control knob is malfunctioning and behaves erratically. When adjusting the temperature, the system does not respond consistently and will unpredictably change temperature settings without corresponding input. This was diagnosed at The Autobarn Mazda of Evanston to be a failure within…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-rear-differential-powertrain","label":"Rear differential and powertrain noise or failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747626","quote_1_text":"My rear differential is going out at only 40,000 miles. Ive heard from many other people that this is a widespread issue, and i feel requires a response from the company.","quote_2_odi":"11529218","quote_2_text":"2023 CX-50 Issue: knocking sound coming from rear of vehicle at low speeds between 1mph-10mph.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-service-brakes-performance","label":"Service brake performance and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615873","quote_1_text":"Upon inspection I was told my rear brakes are worn out at 22k highway miles, and will need rotors too. I asked how this is possible and for a manager whom then stated I could do just the pads. Still no explanation on how, but won't be covered on the warranty.","quote_2_odi":"11659731","quote_2_text":"The brakes seem to intermittently have trouble slowing the car down while ascending slopes and coming to a immediate stop. Often you are forced to use excessive force on the pedal and it still does not come to a complete stop.","quote_3_odi":"11592215","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was purchase new, experienced safety concerns front brakes driver and passenger leaking brake fluid near brake calipers no warning lights. Fluid in the reservoir got pretty low. Pending case with Mazda USA.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-sunroof-explosion-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering and water leaks","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751781","quote_1_text":"While driving 72mph on the interstate at 6am on 7/21/26 the sunroof exploded. No foreign objects made impact with the vehicle and there was no sudden temperature shifts. The glass had no previous defects and it shattered into tiny pieces, failing into the car. The sun shade was open at the time.","quote_2_odi":"11617401","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a loud booming sound coming from the front section of the panoramic sunroof and the sunroof glass exploded, causing shards of glass to fall into the cabin of the vehicle. The shattered sunroof glass fell onto the driver.","quote_3_odi":"11737196","quote_3_text":"2023 Mazda cx50 has a leaking panoramic sunroof and was noticed on February 27th, 2026 after a hard rain. Got an appointment with my dealership on March 4th, 2026 I bought my car through, they denied helping me of any kind and diagnosed my car with a cracked sunroof bypass drain plug…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-suspension-failure","label":"Suspension component failure and noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680836","quote_1_text":"Wear of Strut Bearing causing crunching sounds at low speed braking and turning. Dealer reports this is due to dirt and debris getting up there. Vehicle has 34,000 miles (out of warranty due to time) and has had only light use off-road on dirt roads (2 camping trips).","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2023-water-intrusion-interior","label":"Water intrusion through roof into interior","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11591668","quote_1_text":"Rain water leaking into interior body of vehicle. Water pools up between the headliner and interior body of vehicle. Mold starts to form on headliner fabric and in unseen places on the interior. Safety concern is mold.","quote_2_odi":"11591678","quote_2_text":"Leaking water in the rear right/left sides from the roof when raining resulting in mold growth inside the roof and hidden areas of the roof / car.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and premature battery failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750756","quote_1_text":"I'm curious how many other Mazda owners are dealing with the same battery drain issue. I'm now on my third battery since 2024: Factory battery replaced under warranty in 2025","quote_2_odi":"11684560","quote_2_text":"The vehicle had the original OEM battery fail at 15 months. It dropped to 7v under light load. It's a bad battery","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-blind-spot-monitor-failure","label":"Blind spot monitoring and rear sensor malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669152","quote_1_text":"THE BLIND SPOT MONITORING STOPS AFTER A FEW MINUTES ON THE HIGHWAY. DEALER SAID NO TROUBLE FOUN D","quote_2_odi":"11669171","quote_2_text":"For about one week now. The BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM FAILS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. IT WORKS WHEN YOU START THE CAR, WORKS IN LITE TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11629934","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that while reversing at approximately 2 MPH into a parking slot, the rear back up sensor warning was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-brake-pad-rotor-wear","label":"Uneven brake pad wear and rotor cracking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672499","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that there was uneven brake wear on the inner brake pad. The contact stated that the inner side of the brake pads were wearing before the outer sides","quote_2_odi":"11641948","quote_2_text":"upon inspection cracks were found in both rear brake rotors","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-cargo-area-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into rear cargo area","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11591679","quote_1_text":"Water leaking to right rear cargo area after rain that makes the roof trim wet, the cargo floor and spare tire compartment flooded","quote_2_odi":"11597837","quote_2_text":"I rinsed off the car yesterday and a day later I noticed water spots/lines in the inside of the trunk area","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718619","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, after exiting the freeway, the contact was distracted, and when the contact turned to face the road, the vehicle rear-ended the vehicle in front","quote_2_odi":"11648053","quote_2_text":"Collision Prevention System is dangerous. I was nearly rear ended going 75 mph on the PA Turnpike","quote_3_odi":"11583205","quote_3_text":"This feature is only able to be turned off by going through 3 or 4 submenus in settings. This is extremely distracting while driving at highway speeds and poses a safety risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering column and alignment failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11607135","quote_1_text":"Vehicle steering failed and caused the vehicle to go in opposite direction than intended, ended up almost hitting a streetlamp due to this","quote_2_odi":"11608460","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mazda CX-50. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel detached from the steering column","quote_3_odi":"11621038","quote_3_text":"I purchased my vehicle early August 2024 at Knudson Foothills Mazda in Spokane, Washington. Within the first five hundred miles of use, I noticed that my steering wheel would not maintain center alignment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-transmission-jerk","label":"Transmission jerking at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648455","quote_1_text":"The vehicle jerks while slowing down/low speed","quote_2_odi":"11588107","quote_2_text":"Two things here. One is when using adaptive cruise control; when there is a car in front that is going slower than your speed your car will slow down","quote_3_odi":"11599854","quote_3_text":"Automatic transmission failure, engine malfunction, safety driver function. My car will not accelerate, or move out of 1,2,3 gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"cx50-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613144","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway, a small pebble impact caused a windshield star on a Mazda vehicle. Within hours, this star developed into a full crack from the left driver A-pillar to the center of the windshield without any further impact","quote_2_odi":"11649960","quote_2_text":"This update pertains to the original complaint (11613144) regarding windshield integrity issues on a 2024 Mazda CX-50. A new crack has occurred on [XXX], with cracks consistently radiating from the driver's A-pillar side","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-50-2025-cv-axle-failure","label":"CV axle and joint grease leak or failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705989","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a potential safety-related defect involving premature axle failure on Mazda CX-50 vehicles. The axle appears to be prone to early failure under normal driving conditions, sometimes at relatively low mileage","quote_2_odi":"11717752","quote_2_text":"At approximately 6,000 miles, the left front CV boot of my vehicle was found leaking grease. The dealership initially stated the failure was due to “external impact,” but no conclusive evidence was presented to support this determination","quote_3_odi":"11722637","quote_3_text":"Driver side and passenger side axle-area, making loud clicking and popping sounds on turns indicating major damage to CV joint, at around 10,000 miles. Primarily heard on sharply turned wheel acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-50-2025-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance false braking and alerts","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746992","quote_1_text":"I previously reported the auto breaking system would slam on breaks prematurely. Now it was a factor in an accident where the Mazda CX-50 was rear-ended by a Ram 2500 truck at full speed on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11742408","quote_2_text":"When approaching cars at an intersection, the brake warning does not give any warning, but the cars brake, lock up, and throw me and anything in the seat flying into the floor or side compartment","quote_3_odi":"11674453","quote_3_text":"1) Driving on an expressway and the red warning light goes on - two red bars with a sterring wheel in the middle. Car sounded an alarm that indicated we were going to crash. No cars in front of us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-50-2025-heated-seat-burns","label":"Heated seat burns and seat fire","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681905","quote_1_text":"I was driving to Castle Rock, CO from Parkville, MO on [XXX] for vacation. I used the heated seat feature off and on during the trip. When I arrived in CO at my destination I noticed my thighs were hurting- stinging and hot","quote_2_odi":"11710494","quote_2_text":"On December 3, 2025, the front seat of our 2025 Mazda CX-50 Hybrid caught fire while the vehicle was being used under normal conditions. The fire originated inside the seat, causing visible burning, charring, and damage to the seat material","quote_3_odi":"11728407","quote_3_text":"Burns and scarring on my thigh from the heated seats","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-50-2025-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous window and windshield glass failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675900","quote_1_text":"The rear hatch window shattered overnight while parked for no identifiable reason. There was no sign of a break-in or object that may have struck the window. Ring camera footage shows no one causing the damage","quote_2_odi":"11687363","quote_2_text":"First time I noticed the crack on top passenger side of the windshield was on 9/12/25 while taking a break from work in my car","quote_3_odi":"11739916","quote_3_text":"The issue is that the rear window spontaneously shattered. My car was parked in the driveway at the time. I got into the driver seat, like usual, and closed the door with normal velocity","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-50","model_slug":"cx-50","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-50-2025-unintended-drive-rollback","label":"Unintended rearward movement while in Drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727755","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a potential safety-related defect in my 2025 Mazda CX-50 Preferred, which is approximately four months old. On one occasion, the vehicle moved backward while in Drive mode","quote_2_odi":"11670178","quote_2_text":"I bought the car new from Mazda in December, 2024, and I am the original owner of the car. I backed out of a parking space. I shifted my gear to D, but the car kept sliding backward","quote_3_odi":"11674827","quote_3_text":"On three separate occasions, while in reverse backing out of my driveway, the car failed to engage the transmission when shifting into drive, acting like it was in neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-50","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2010-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11132912","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-7. UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING OR REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"11040284","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: MAZDA KEEPS SAYING TO WAIT FOR A SECOND LETTER. IT IS A 2010 AND HAS BEEN YEARS. WHY DON'T THEY REPAIR THE CAR?","quote_3_odi":"10917897","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS) BUT THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2010-brake-failure-acceleration","label":"Brake failure with unintended acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11019330","quote_1_text":"ON 4 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE CAR. THE LAST 2 TIMES, THE CAR NOT ONLY DIDN'T STOP BUT IT ACCELERATED. I COULD HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN A COUPLE OF VERY SERIOUS ACCIDENTS. EACH TIME, I WAS DRIVING ON CITY STREETS ON DRY PAVEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10380102","quote_2_text":"I WAS STARTING THE CAR IN THE MORNING ON MY DRIVEWAY. I SWITCHED THE CAR ON R AND I START TO BACK UP. WHEN I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL , I REALIZED I HAVE NO BRAKE POWER. IT WAS IMPOSSIBLE TO STOP THE CAR. I HAD TO USED THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP IT","quote_3_odi":"10614860","quote_3_text":"WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE AND I AM BACKING OUT OR DRIVING FORWARD AND I BRAKE IT MAKES A GRINDING NOISE. I HAVE HAD MY BRAKES CHANGED AND THAT WAS NOT THE PROBLEM. IT ONLY DOES IT WHEN IT IS COLD OUT SIDE AFTER IT GETS WARMED UP IT STOPS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2010-control-arm-recall-delay","label":"Front lower control arm recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10929991","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-7. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE WHEEL SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTROL ARMS, BALL JOINT, ROTORS, AND AXLE FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10940425","quote_2_text":"FRONT SUSPENSION LOWER ARM BALL JOINT FITTING SALTWATER INTRUDING INTO BALL JOINT CAUSING CORRISION RESULT IN GENERATING LOOSENESS OF BALL JOINT RESULTING IN BALL JOINT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPARATE CAUSING LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND INCRESE RISK OF A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"10896484","quote_3_text":"INCOMPLETE RECALL FOR LOWER CONTROL ARMS. MY VEHICLE IS MAKING POPPING NOISES WHEN GOING IN DRIVE AND IN REVERSE. EVERY ONCE IN A WHILE WILL MAKE CREAKING NOISES WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. ALL NOISES ASSOCIATED WITH THE BALL JOINTS AND CONTROL ARMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2010-dim-headlights","label":"Dim or failing low-beam headlights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11315857","quote_1_text":"MY HEADLIGHTS ARE VERY DIM NO MATTER WHICH BULBS I PUT IN. I REALLY NEED TO GET THIS FIXED BECAUSE DRIVING AT NIGHT IS A DANGER. I'VE READ MANY MAZDA CX-7 OWNERS HAVE HAD THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11082328","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT BULBS HAVE BURNED OUT EVERY 6 MONTHS SINCE WE BOUGHT THE VEHICLE IN 2010. OVER THE PAST FEW YEARS, THE LENSES HAVE FOGGED UP TO THE POINT HEADLIGHTS ARE WORTHLESS","quote_3_odi":"10936613","quote_3_text":"YET ANOTHER DIM HEADLIGHT HAS BURNED OUT. I'VE OWNED THIS VEHICLE 16 MONTHS, AND THIS WILL BE THE 10TH TIME CHANGING THE DIM HEADLIGHT BULB. 7 TIMES ON THE DRIVERS SIDE, AND THIS WILL MAKE 3RD TIME ON PASSENGER SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2010-turbo-timing-chain-failure","label":"Turbocharger and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10610864","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE TURNPIKE MY CAR STARTED TO MAKE A WHINING NOISE THEN SMOKE CAME FROM TAIL PIPES. AFTER HAVING IT LOOKED AT THE TURBO CHARGER HAS GONE BAD! *TR","quote_2_odi":"11079835","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-7. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE'S TEMPERATURE GAUGE INCREASED. THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND A POPPING NOISE WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN BACK TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE AND THEN STALLED","quote_3_odi":"10490900","quote_3_text":"2010 CX7 GRAND TOURING WAS PURCHASED WITH 5,844 MILES FROM DEALER. WE CHANGED THE OIL & FILTER EVERY 6,000 MILES USING RECOMMENDED OIL AS SHOWN IN THE OWNERS MANUAL (5W20)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-ball-joint-recall-delay","label":"Front suspension ball joint recall delays and failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11255321","quote_1_text":"DRIVE SIDE FRONT TIRE CAME OFF WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 20 MPH. BALL JOINT SEPARATED. CAR SLIDE HIT CUB AND TIRE ON PASSENGER SIDE WAS HIT AND BLEW OUT. THERE IS RECALL ON BALL JOINT. I DID NOT GET NOTICE","quote_2_odi":"11039363","quote_2_text":"NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V-593 MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER 9716H SUMMARY WATER MAY ENTER THE FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT FITTING","quote_3_odi":"11082057","quote_3_text":"THERE WAS A RECALL ON MY VEHICLE IN OCT 2016 , I HAD ALREADY LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE AND HAD AN ACCIDENT IN SEPT 2016 AND HAD TO PAY INSURANCE FEES STORAGE FEES AND LOST WAGES DUE TO ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-door-lock-handle-failure","label":"Automatic door lock and door handle failures","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11139675","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC DOOR LOCK SYSTEM LOCKED ALL DOORS AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. THERE IS NO MECHANICAL OVER RIDE AND THE DRIVE WAS TRAPPED IN THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10576229","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS AUTOMATIC LOCK SYSTEM FAILED AND THEY DO NOT LOCK AUTOMATICALLY. THE DOOR CAN ONLY BE LOCKED MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"10557282","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HE TURNED THE VEHICLE ON AND SHIFT INTO DRIVE GEAR ALL FIVE DOORS FAIL TO LOCK UNLESS HE MANUALLY LOCKED THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-headlight-taillight-failure","label":"Headlight dimming, fogging, and taillight lens melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11617337","quote_1_text":"I can not see at night. I have replaced the bulbs several times, and tried the most expensive bulbs. Nothing helps. You can only see with the high beams on, and that’s not safe for other drivers","quote_2_odi":"11507587","quote_2_text":"Low beam headlights are so poor that they barely illuminate the roadway when driving at night. I've replaced them with Sylvania Silverstar Max bulbs as well as tried LED bulbs and neither help","quote_3_odi":"10778810","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT HEAD LAMPS WOULD NOT PROJECT MORE THAN 10 FEET IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-idle-acceleration-deceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or deceleration at idle/low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10672213","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE EXHIBITS SUDDEN ACCELERATION. APPROX 25% TO 35% OF THE TIME VEHICLE WILL LURCH FORWARD WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. VEHICLE BEHAVES AS IF THE ACCELERATOR IF PRESSED DOWN ALL THE WAY, EVEN THOUGH IT IS BARELY ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"11000620","quote_2_text":"CAR ACCELERATES WHEN IDLING IN DRIVE OR REVERSE EVEN WITH FOOT ON BRAKE. CAUSES MANY NEAR ACCIDENTS WHEN PARKING OR IDLING. SEEMS TO BE CONNECTED WITH AC COMPRESSOR","quote_3_odi":"10749260","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT A NORMAL RATE OF SPEED ON A FAIRLY BUSY STREET WHEN THE CAR JUST SUDDENLY DECELERATED, CAUSING THE CAR BEHIND ME TO SWERVE TO NARROWLY AVOID ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-premature-transmission-failure","label":"Premature transmission failure and loss of reverse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10979104","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS STATIONARY AT THE TIME. I WAS ATTEMPTING TO BACK OUT OF A DRIVEWAY, AND THE CAR WOULD NOT ENGAGE INTO REVERSE. I WAS ABLE TO PUSH IT OUT AND DRIVE IT TO SMITHAVEN MAZDA","quote_2_odi":"11089204","quote_2_text":"ON 4/18/18 - WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE, ALL OF A SUDDEN AND WITH NO WARNING, PUSHING GAS PEDAL, IT REVED UP INTO GEAR, STAYED THERE AND THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN BANGED INTO NEXT GEAR AND PROCEEDED TO DO THE SAME THROUGH THE REMAINING GEARS","quote_3_odi":"11176010","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION JUST ALL OF A SUDDEN WOULD NOT REVERSE THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-7-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10904892","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN MAY OF 2016","quote_2_odi":"10925309","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" MY CAR HAS BEEN UNDER RECALL SINCE MAY 2016. BY MANUFACTORS DIRECTION, I SHOULD NOT USE THE CAR BECAUSE OF DANGER TO PASSINGERS. WE ARE A 2 PERSON FAMILY, AND THIS IS OUR ONLY TRANSPORT","quote_3_odi":"11155188","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-7. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2012-dim-failing-headlights","label":"Dim or failing low-beam headlights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11547599","quote_1_text":"No matter the bulbs I use, the headlights are always dim. This is incredibly unsafe for night driving","quote_2_odi":"11372547","quote_2_text":"NO ACCIDENTS HAS HAPPENED, BUT THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS KEEP BLOWING OUT. I HAVE TO HAVE THEM REPLACED EVERY 3-6 MONTHS. OBVIOUSLY THERE IS A PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11096558","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA CX-7. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE WITH THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED ON, THE LIGHTS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE BRIGHT ENOUGH FOR THE DRIVER TO SEE THE ROAD AHEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2012-door-window-mechanism-failure","label":"Door and window mechanism failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11051053","quote_1_text":"WINDOW MOTORS; SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASE MY VEHICLE MY DRIVER WINDOW WOULD BE DIFFICULT TO GO UP ONCE IT WENT DOWN. THEN IT GOT WORSE AND MADE A LOUD SOUND WHEN IT WENT UP AND ONE WOULD HAVE TO PULL IT UP","quote_2_odi":"11352825","quote_2_text":"OPENED THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR TO GET INTO VEHICLE THIS MORNING ALL WAS FINE. WHEN I GOT TO WORK AND TRIED TO OPEN THE DRIVER DOOR, IT WOULD NOT OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11405874","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, WOULD STALL OUT AND TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WILL NOT MOVE UP OR DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2012-suspension-ball-joint-recall","label":"Suspension ball joint recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11063715","quote_1_text":"MAZDA CXC 7 2012 THERE IS A SAFETY RECALL DUE TO FRONT FRONT SUSPENSION BALL JOINT FITTING THAT CAN CAUSE THE BALL JOINT AND LOWER CONTROL ARM TO SEPERATE. THIS CAN CAUSE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASING RISK OF A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"10957677","quote_2_text":"GOT A RECALL ALERT IN THE MAIL IN OCT 2016 BUT STATES THEY WILL REACH OUT WHEN PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. IT'S ALMOST MARCH 2017 AND THEY ARE STILL SAYING THEY DON'T HAVE THE PARTS. THE DESCRIPTION IN THE RECALL REFERENCES SALT IN THE WINTER ULTIMATELY CORRODING THE BALL JOINT","quote_3_odi":"11054815","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V593000 (SUSPENSION). THE DEALER (NAPLETON MAZDA BOURBONNAIS, 515 WILLIAM R LATHAM SENIOR DR, BOURBONNAIS, IL 60914) STATED THAT PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2012-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10978992","quote_1_text":"MAZDA HAS NOT COMPLETED THE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE IN A TIMELY MANNER. I HAVE BEEN GETTING RECALL NOTICES FOR MONTHS TELLING ME THAT PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AND THAT I SHOULD NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN MY VEHICLE BECAUSE THEY CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED","quote_2_odi":"11015100","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V012000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11021486","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V429000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-7","model_slug":"cx-7","cluster_id":"mazda-cx7-2012-unintended-acceleration-surge","label":"Unintended acceleration surge into drive","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11089194","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF WITH THE KEY IN MY HAND. I INSERTED THE KEY AND STARTED THE CAR WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. MY FOOT WAS STILL ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. IT SURGED AHEAD AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING I CRASHED INTO A CEMENT BASE TO A POLE","quote_2_odi":"11084695","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED AND TURNED OFF. I ENTERED THE CAR, PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE TO START THE CAR AND THEN PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. IMMEDIATELY IT SURGED FORWARD ABOUT 50 FEET HITTING A CEMENT BASE TO A POLE","quote_3_odi":"10522903","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA CX-7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD WHILE ENTERING TRAFFIC AND SURGED WHEN BEING DRIVEN ON AN INCLINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-7","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-brake-squeal","label":"Brake squealing noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731789","quote_1_text":"My cx 70 has extreme brake squealing. This began early on after I purchased this vehicle new from the dealership. I have brought this car to the Mazda dealership that I bought it from three times for this issue","quote_2_odi":"11662058","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has been squealing countlessly when braking about 1 to 2 days after leaving the dealership in September 2024 up until current. The vehicle has been out of commission for more than 15 days while attempts to repair the issue at local Mazda dealerships","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-bsm-false-alerts","label":"Blind-spot monitor false and missed alerts","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740984","quote_1_text":"There have been several false blind spot monitoring alerts since I received vehicle. It seems to get worse with time. Now on freeway trips it’s almost constant leaving no trust with alerts","quote_2_odi":"11706775","quote_2_text":"Multiple times when there is a car on my left or right blind spot and I am merging into their lane the warning does not go off and has caused me to nearly collide with the cars without my intervention. The warnings only work if the cars are behind me not adjacently","quote_3_odi":"11630693","quote_3_text":"Often, when I drive on highways, I find that the blind spot indicator turns on when there are no cars around. It creates unnecessary panic and confusion during long road trips, increasing driver's stress and anxiety","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision system phantom braking alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746021","quote_1_text":"This happens often. On a trip to Florida of 1200 miles, it happened 12 times each way. After being slowed in the right lane by a car in front driving slower tan my set cruise speed, I signal and move to an empty (in front of me) left lane","quote_2_odi":"11736754","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has engaged the automatic braking feature multiple times while in a parking garage and when in the middle of a four-way stop despite there being no cross traffic or moving vehicles around my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11679572","quote_3_text":"I was operating the motor vehicle at roughly 60 mph on a two-lane divided highway around 830AM. I was driving toward the sunrise to the east and passed under a highway overpass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-hybrid-system-malfunction","label":"Hybrid system malfunction and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740990","quote_1_text":"While driving at a speed just under 45 mph, my Mazda CX-70 suddenly displayed and chimed “Hybrid System Malfunction. Have Vehicle Inspected.“","quote_2_odi":"11698488","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-70. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in a recall for the hybrid system software update and was taken to the dealer, where the update was completed","quote_3_odi":"11694630","quote_3_text":"Safety Issue: Gear box unexpectedly disengaged while driving at highway speeds, between 60 and 70 mph. This occurred without warning and under normal road and operating conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-lka-steering-intervention","label":"Lane-keep steering wheel intervention","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749876","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances while driving on the highway with cruise control and lane keep assist on - on a bend slight turn the car veered into the other lane across the lane lines - even with other cars present","quote_2_odi":"11730348","quote_2_text":"Lane assist system acts on it's own and attempts to override my input. It can be very jarring especially at high speeds. I notice the issue mostly when I'm on the highway/freeway and attempting to lane change or take an exit ramp","quote_3_odi":"11726936","quote_3_text":"I purchased a Certified Pre-Owned Mazda CX-70 that exhibits intermittent and unpredictable steering behavior, creating a significant safety concern. The steering will intermittently stiffen and then pull the vehicle left or right without driver input","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-low-speed-transmission-jerk","label":"Low-speed transmission hesitation and jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719987","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has transmission related issues. Delayed response/hesitation when accelerating from a stop or after decelerating. Delayed torque sometimes few seconds off","quote_2_odi":"11669537","quote_2_text":"This has been happening for over 6 months but it's getting worse. When moving at a lower speed, 10-20 mph, the motor or transmission is jerky and sluggish. This makes it very slow to move when pulling out from red lights or when in stop and go traffic on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11630836","quote_3_text":"Noticeable jerking or hesitation when shifting gears. Mostly happens in low speed or moving from complete stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-70","model_slug":"cx-70","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-70-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with brake non-response","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716014","quote_1_text":"On the morning of January 28, 2026 I arrived to work and came to a complete stop in my works parking garage. I used my key card to raise the gate. Once the gate was fully raised I pressed the accelerator to drive up the ramp","quote_2_odi":"11631266","quote_2_text":"Involuntary acceleration. Twice now at very low speeds between 1-5 mph the engine revs up and the car lurches forward for a second or two. Was pulling into house garage and was about to push acceleration pedal when the engine revved on its own and jolted the car forward","quote_3_odi":"11616699","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Mazda CX-70. The contact stated while parking the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2010-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure causing hard pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11746341","quote_1_text":"The break booster went out without any warning or indicators while driving almost resulting in a collision. There are no warning lights on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11228984","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE BRAKES LOST POWER AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DIFFICULT TO DEPRESS WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10514601","quote_3_text":"CATASTROPHIC BRAKE FAILURE. BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP VEHICLE. VEHICLE TOWED FOR REPAIR. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2010-front-control-arm-corrosion","label":"Front suspension lower control arm corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11726414","quote_1_text":"Front suspension broke while my husband was driving back from a fire as he is a volunteer firefighter. He states car did not have any lights on dash to report there was a problem","quote_2_odi":"10983227","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THAT THE CONTROL ARMS WERE LOOSE PREMATURELY","quote_3_odi":"10887560","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE, A LOUD METAL ON METAL NOISE SOUNDED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWO DAYS AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2010-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11713717","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mazda CX-9. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V782000 (Air Bags). The contact called the dealer and was advised to tow the vehicle to the dealer for the recall repair. The contact stopped driving the vehicle due to the recall","quote_2_odi":"11162453","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V717000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE AND DID NOT KNOW WHEN IT WOULD ARRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11033788","quote_3_text":"2010 MAZDA CX 9. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE TAKATA INFLATOR. *LD UPDATED 10/23/2017*JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2010-transfer-case-failure","label":"AWD transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11445870","quote_1_text":"The AWD system failed leaving the car dangerous to drive in rain and snowy weather. Car is still stuck in my driveway as the front wheels are spinning and no power to the rear wheels","quote_2_odi":"11192495","quote_2_text":"TRANSFER CASE FOR MY MAZDA CX-9 HAS GONE BAD FOR THE THIRD TIME SINCE I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE. MOST RECENTLY THE TRANSFER CASE WAS BURNING CAUSING A POWERFUL SMELL WHICH WENT THROUGH MY ENTIRE HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11165024","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSFER CASE WAS REPLACED AT 34,000 MILES AND NOW WE ARE HAVING TO REPLACE THE TRANSFER CASE AGAIN. ADDITIONAL TRANSMISSION DAMAGE MAY HAVE OCCURRED. MAZDA REFUSES TO STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT AND ADMIT TO A DESIGN FLAW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2010-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Water pump failure leading to engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":195,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11525314","quote_1_text":"Water pump failure causing catastrophic engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11436214","quote_2_text":"Our 2010 Mazda CX-9 stopped on the highway and had to be towed away. The dealer determined it was an engine failure due to a faulty water pump. It had leaked into the engine, causing permanent damage. No warning lights. The car just stopped","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbag deployment malfunction in and out of crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10731151","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO MY VEHICLE WHILE IT WAS IDLING STOPED AT A STOP SIGN WHEN IMPACT ACCURSED . THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND BOTH FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELTS DID NOT RETRACT","quote_2_odi":"10670288","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ALTHOUGH THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11310044","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, BOTH FRONT AND REAR SIDE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure causing hard, unresponsive pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":99,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11024282","quote_1_text":"BRAKE BOOSTER FAILURE BRAKE PEDAL HISSING AND STARTED TO STIFFEN I WAS DRIVING THEN STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT NOTICED THAT THE BRAKES WERE HISSING AND WAS REALLY HARD TO PUSH ON TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_2_odi":"10643583","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX9. WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, THE CONTACT HEARD A HISSING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKES. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE PEDAL SANK TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11172750","quote_3_text":"I STARTED NOTICING IT WAS TAKING A LONG DISTANCE FOR MY VEHICLE TO COME TO A STOP. I TOOK IT TO MY MECHANIC. WE TOOK IT FOR A TEST DRIVE AND HE CONFIRMED THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-lower-control-arm-recall","label":"Front lower control arm and ball joint recall failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11747329","quote_1_text":"The front driver-side lower ball joint suffered a catastrophic structural failure and sheared completely apart while moving. This vehicle was previously serviced under Safety Recall Campaign 15V451000 / Mazda Recall 8515G for this exact defect","quote_2_odi":"10836657","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11658375","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn, the contact lost control of the vehicle, and the front driver's side suspension lowered to the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10905986","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10904349","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN JUNE OF 2016","quote_3_odi":"10971007","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: THIS RECALL HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME (IT HAS BEEN ALMOST AN ENTIRE CALENDAR YEAR)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case and power transfer unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10516060","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WERE FUEL FUMES INSIDE THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. ADDITIONALLY, THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DECELERATE INDEPENDENTLY AND STALLED","quote_2_odi":"10927493","quote_2_text":"2011 MAZDA CX-9 TRANSFER CASE BREAKDOWN WHILE MOVING DUE TO FLUID LEAKING OUT, CAUSING SEVERE WEAR ON THE TRANSMISSION AND DISABLING VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11163898","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IDENTIFIED AT THE DEALERSHIP AS HAVING A LEAKING TRANSFER CASE THAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. DURING THIS REPLACEMENT THE TRANSMISSION SPLINES WERE ALSO NOTED TO BE DAMAGED DUE TO THE FAULTY TRANSFER CASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2011-water-pump-oil-leak","label":"Water pump leak contaminating engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11428032","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving 60 mph, upon approaching oncoming traffic, the vehicle unexpectedly shut-off","quote_2_odi":"11374566","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A HIGHWAY THE WATER PUMP BEARING FAILED CAUSING COOLANT TO LEAK AND MIX WITH THE ENGINE OIL. THE CAR IMMEDIATELY STARTED TO MAKE A RATTLE NOISE AND SMOKE OR STEAM CAME FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11440057","quote_3_text":"Defective water pump located inside the engine that when failure occurs can cause coolant to leak into engine causing complete engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-awd-transfer-case-failure","label":"AWD transfer case failure from internal corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11100769","quote_1_text":"AWD TRANSFER CASE UNIT FAILURE THE TRANSFER CASE OF MY 2012 MAZDA CX-9 FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT CRUSISING SPEED CREATING A DANGEROUS SITUATION. THE FIRST SIGN OF FAILURE WAS A HEAVY BURNED OIL ODOR","quote_2_odi":"11083811","quote_2_text":"I JUST HAD ONLY 33K MILES ON MY 2012 MAZDA CX-9, THE TRANSFER CASE BROKEN FROM INSIDE YESTERDAY MORNING (FRIDAY APRIL 6TH 2018) WHEN I COMMUTE FROM HOME TO WORK. I WAS DRIVING ON A NEIGHBORHOOD ROAD GO STRAIGHT. FIRST THE LOUD NOISE RAISE FROM UNDER","quote_3_odi":"10660102","quote_3_text":"LIKE ONE OTHER INCIDENT, MY COMPLAINT INVOLVES THE TRANSFER CASE WHICH IS SPECIFIC TO THE AWD MODELS. I WAS ON A MAJOR ROADWAY WHEN I NOTICED A LOW, STRANGE NOISE. ABOUT THIS TIME I WAS PREPARING TO ENTER A TURN LANE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED AND MADE AN AWFUL NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure causing hard pedal, long stops","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11480067","quote_1_text":"The brakes suddenly became very difficult to press as if I did not have power brakes. No warning lights came on and it became very difficult to stop the car. Then if I had to break suddenly and hard it would stall","quote_2_odi":"11435560","quote_2_text":"Brake booster failure caused a near miss. Wife driving with 5 year old daughter in the vehicle. The stopping force required on the brake pedal became excessive and the stopping (safe braking) distance significantly increased causing emotional distress","quote_3_odi":"11339494","quote_3_text":"WHEN APPLYING BRAKE, HEAR HISSING SOUND DOWN AT FEET. HARD TO STOP, FEELS LIKE PEDAL IS PUSHING BACK. THIS HAPPENS AT ALL SPEEDS, EVEN WHEN PUTTING CAR INTO GEAR FROM PARK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-front-suspension-ball-joint","label":"Front suspension control arm ball joint corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10850493","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER IN SEPTEMBER 2015 REGARDING A RECALL THAT INVOLVED THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND THE DANGERS THAT COULD BE INVOLVED, BUT THERE WERE NO PARTS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME TO FIX THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10826132","quote_2_text":"MAZDA RECALL 8515G ( NHTSA CAMPAIGN NO 15V451) I CALLED MAZDA MOTOR CORPORATION IN JANUARY 2016 REGARDING THE ABOVE RECALL. I WAS TOLD THAT IF I WAS HAVING A PROBLEM WITH THE RECALL PARTS IN QUESTION TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP FOR INSPECTION AND POSSIBLE REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11532135","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mazda CX9. The contact stated that the vehicle had previously been involved in a crash due to a fractured passenger's side lower control arm. The dealer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11165925","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL\" THIS IS IN RELATION TO CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYING WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT INVOLVED. TRAVELING DOWN THE FREEWAY AND THE CURTAIN AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11040929","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - FAILURE TO REPLACE IN A TIMELY MANNER AND PREVENTED FROM CARRYING PASSENGERS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OF THE CAR. CANNOT SELL / TRADE THIS VEHICLE UNTIL THE BAG(S) IS / ARE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11640738","quote_3_text":"My driver and passenger side curtain airbags randomly deployed without a collision. Thankfully I was at a stop sign when this happened. If it happened while I was driving, I’m sure I would have wrecked and could possibly be dead. It was loud!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11206767","quote_1_text":"I WAS TURNING RIGHT INTO A PARKING SPACE WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND THE CAR DARTED FORWARD. FOR A SPLIT SECOND I LIFTED MY FOOT TO MAKE SURE I WAS NOT PRESSING ON THE ACCELERATOR","quote_2_odi":"10821564","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION IN PARKING LOT. CAR WAS IN DRIVE, FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE WAITING ON CAR IN FRONT TO VACATE PARKING SPOT. ENGINE SUDDENLY SURGED AND TRANSMISSION MADE STRANGE SOUND","quote_3_odi":"11021594","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED IN EXCESS OF 75 MPH. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BY SHIFTING INTO NEUTRAL AND SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2012-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Water pump failure sends coolant into the engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11331950","quote_1_text":"IN OCT. 2019 MY CX9 STOPPED WHILE BEING DRIVEN. FOUND OUT THE WATER PUMP (WHICH IS INSIDE THE ENGINE) HAD GONE OUT AND DESTROYED MY ENGINE. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM OF WHICH MAZDA HAS FAILED TO MAKE THEIR CONSUMERS AWARE","quote_2_odi":"11172673","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY MAZDA CAR, IT SUDDENLY STARTED BUCKING AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. PER MAZDA MECHANIC, WATER PUMP MALFUNCTIONED FORCING COOLANT INTO THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11056892","quote_3_text":"IF WATER PUMP FAILS THE ENGINE WILL SHUT DOWN WITHOUT WARNING OR ANY TYPE OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT OR ALERT. COOLANT WILL FLOOD CRANKCASE IMMEDIATELY AND RUIN THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2013-airbag-deployment","label":"Side curtain air bag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11611055","quote_1_text":"Niece was driving home from college on July 24, 2024 around 7:30 PM. She heard a pop when she was 1 mile away from the house. Side airbags exploded on passenger and driver side for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11423422","quote_2_text":"I turned in to a parking lot, as I went over a speed bump, the side curtain air bags randomly deployed. Luckily, I was going very slow and was not injured","quote_3_odi":"10905492","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, THE SIDE AIR BAGS SUDDENLY INFLATED FOR NO APPARENT REASON, BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2013-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure with hissing noise and reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11082208","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A HISSING SOUND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11098510","quote_2_text":"MY BRAKE PEDAL BECAME VERY HARD TO PRESS DOWN TO STOP MY VEHICLE. A HISSING SOUND WAS COMING FROM THE PEDAL. EVEN AT LOW SPEEDS 20-30 MILES PER HOUR I WAS NOT SURE IF MY CAR WOULD STOP","quote_3_odi":"10851192","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF BRAKING POWER AND HISSING NOISE HEARD IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRST TIME YOU BRAKE IT FELT OKAY BUT ANY SUBSEQUENT BRAKING IT FELT LIKE THERE WERE NO POWER BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2013-control-arm-recall-delay","label":"Front lower control arm recall delays and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10893383","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE STOPPED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE TWISTED INTO THE WHEEL WELL","quote_2_odi":"10913635","quote_2_text":"I HAD JUST COME OUT OF A TRAFFIC CIRCLE AND ENTERED A STRAIGHT STRETCH WHEN I HEARD A LOUD CRUNCHING SOUND. I WOULD ESTIMATE MY SPEED TO BE BETWEEN 15MPH AND 20 MPH .THE VEHICLE SHOOK BUT I WAS ABLE TO MOVE FORWARD BUT HAD DIFFICULTY STEERING AND COULD NOT BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10855255","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA CX9. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V451000 (SUSPENSION) HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2013-transfer-case-failure","label":"Power transfer unit and transfer case failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11338892","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT MY CX-9 NEW IN 2013, CAR NOW HAS 102,000 MILES. CAR STARTED TO SHUTTER WHEN GETTING OFF THE EXIT FROM A MAJOR HIGHWAY. THE PROBLEM WAS DISCOVERED WITH THE POWER TRANSFER UNIT","quote_2_odi":"11316715","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND MY MAZDA CX9 CAUGHT FIRE! I DIDN'T REALIZE IT SINCE IT WAS UNDER THE CAR AND THE CAR BESIDE INFORMED ME OF IT. THIS WAS DUE TO THE TRANSFER CASE ISSUES THAT MAZDA HAD TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY ON THEM BECAUSE OF SO MANY ISSUES WITH THEM","quote_3_odi":"11013134","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE SEEMED AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING BETWEEN GEARS ON THE HIGHWAY IT WOULD TAKE FOREVER TO SWITCH INTO HIGHER GEARS FOR HIGHER SPEEDS THEN WHEN SLOWING DOWN IT WOULD JERK AND THEN FINALLY STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2013-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing coolant contamination in engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11502039","quote_1_text":"Water pump is cracked and leaking through weep hole, to no fault of the driver. The vehicle has over 214k miles on it and the mechanic informed us that this is common in this vehicle of this age with that many miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11473807","quote_2_text":"Car began shuddering/shaking and check engine light went on. Booked appointment at Mazda dealer. Upon inspection they found a significant amount of coolant had leaked into engine and timing was jumping","quote_3_odi":"11151624","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AT THE TIME ON A BUSY CITY STREET. WE NOTICED SOME NOISES WHICH WAS SOUNDING LIKE METAL CLANKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-brake-booster-failure","label":"Power brake booster and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11531431","quote_1_text":"When I press on my brakes, I hear air. I am fortunate that, as of this reporting, I have not had an accident. My brakes do not fully stop my car, so I have to judge when to brake in order to slow down and not hit the car ahead of me","quote_2_odi":"10822425","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A MAZDA CX9 2014 AWD. I NEEDED TO STOP QUICKLY ON A CITY STREET IN MODERATE TRAFFIC AT 3:00PM. I WAS TRAVELING ABOUT 25 MPR NORTH IN THE INSIDE LANE ON A DRY ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11309735","quote_3_text":"FIRST BRAKES STARTED FAILING WERE SOFT HAD TO PUMP THEM TO STOP IN TIME AS TO NOT HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE. I TOOK MY CAR TO MY MECHANIC. HE SAID WE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE MASTER CYLINDER. DID THIS NOW BRAKES MAKE A WHOMP WHOMP SOUND AND PUSH BACK SOME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-sunroof-rear-window-shatter","label":"Sunroof and rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11527008","quote_1_text":"I was driving on interstate and there were not any other vehicles that were all that close to me. All of a sudden there was this huge extremely loud bang and glass shattering sound. Scared me to death","quote_2_odi":"10683499","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. I THOUGHT AT FIRST A ROCK HIT, BUT AFTER INSPECTING IT THE GLASS BLEW OUTWARD. SHARDS OF GLASS ARE ALL OVER MY WIFE , CHILDSEATS, INTERIOR, AND MYSELF. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10680724","quote_3_text":"REAR WINDOW EXPLODED WHEN I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKE? NEVER EVEN TOUCHED THE ACCELERATOR. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-suspension-corrosion","label":"Front suspension ball joint and wheel bearing corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11626356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was drifting to either side. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact had to forcefully grip the steering wheel to avoid losing control of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11343006","quote_2_text":"HEARD LOUD GRINDING SOUND FROM RIGHT REAR SIDE OF VEHICLE WHEN TURNING WHEEL TO THE RIGHT. BROUGHT TO MECHANIC AND NEEDED R REAR WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY COSTING $1000.00. NOTICED THERE HAVE BEEN OTHER COMPLAINTS ABOUT THIS ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11054878","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND A BUMPING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11156638","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V717000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER IN OCTOBER OF 2018","quote_2_odi":"11043404","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY COMPLAINT IS THAT I HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL NOTICES REFERENCING THE TAKATA AIRBAG PROBLEM. MAZDA HAS STILL NOT INITIATED A RECALL. I HAVE SUPPLIED MY EMAIL ADDRESS TO THE TKRESTUCTURING.COM/PPIC IN REFERENCE TO THE CHAPTER 11 CASE NO. 17-11375 (BLS)","quote_3_odi":"10937908","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL ACCORDING TO YOUR AIRBAG RECALL LIST WEBSITE (HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV/RS/TAKATA/TAKATALIST.HTML), THE 2014 MAZDA CX-9 IS PART OF THE TAKATA RECALL, HOWEVER WHEN YOU USE THE LOOK-UP TOOL, IT IS NOT LISTED AS UNDER RECALL (HTTPS://WWW.NHTSA.GOV/RECALLS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-transfer-case-fluid-leak","label":"Transfer case fluid leak onto exhaust","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11113446","quote_1_text":"WE WERE ON A CITY ROAD UPHILL AND DRIVING TO A FRIENDS HOME. OUR MAZDA CX-9 GRAND TOURING MADE A RATTLING NOISE, RELEASED A LOT OF WHITE SMOKE, AND LOST ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"11153485","quote_2_text":"NOTICED BURNING SMELL COMING FROM UNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE AND OIL-LIKE SUBSTANCE ON FLOOR OF GARAGE AFTER DRIVING. TOOK TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSFER CASE FAILED AND WAS LEAKING FLUID ON EXHAUST SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2014-water-pump-engine-failure","label":"Internal water pump failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11597219","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2014 Mazda CX-9 back in May of 2020 w/ roughly 60k on the dash. Literally 7 months later w/ about 72k on the dash, the day after Christmas I was driving to work (I worked in the next state over) on the highway my car just shut down","quote_2_odi":"11494654","quote_2_text":"Water pump defect that led to pump failure, which led to catastrophic engine failure without any prior warning. The defect is in the internal chain-driven water pump. The pump is meant to circulate coolant through the engine while the engine is running","quote_3_odi":"11270700","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2015-brake-booster-pedal-issues","label":"Brake booster, pedal, and fluid leak issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11155966","quote_1_text":"MY BRAKE PEDDLE BEGAN HISSING AND MY VEHICLE DOES NOT WANT TO STOP WHEN IN MOTION, I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO A MAZDA DEALERSHIP AND THEY STATED IT WAS THE BRAKE BOOSTER WHICH IS A PROBLEM MAZDA HAS BEEN HAVING, BUT MY VEHICLE IS NOT IN THE YEARS SPECIFIED IN THE WARRANTY EXTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11004679","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT BRAKES MAKE A GRINDING NOISE WHEN REPEATEDLY APPLYING THE BRAKES WHEN GOING DOWNHILL OR SLOWING REPEATEDLY FROM SPEEDS OF 65 OR SO","quote_3_odi":"10851060","quote_3_text":"WE HAVE 2015 MAZDA CX-9 WITH 8400 MILES THAT HAS A LEAK ON THE BREAK MASTER CYLINDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2015-headlight-harness-melting","label":"Headlight wiring harness and socket melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11473038","quote_1_text":"The wiring harness on the headlight for my Mazda CX-9 has and continues to melt, causing the bulb to be useless. The only issue that will seem to correct this issue is installing new headlights","quote_2_odi":"11243102","quote_2_text":"I'VE ONLY HAD MY MAZDA FOR 10 MONTHS AND HAVE HAD THE SAME PROBLEM TWICE. THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT SOCKET HAS MELTED AND RENDERING THE BULB USELESS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2015-mirror-vibration","label":"Side mirror vibration distorting visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10971729","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE EXTERIOR MIRROR VIBRATES AT HIGHER SPEEDS AND HAS NOTICEABLE SHAKING. SAFETY DISTRACTION WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10748689","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MAZDA CX-9. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE DRIVER SIDE MIRROR VIBRATED CAUSING THE CONTACT'S VISION TO BECOME DISTORTED THROUGH THE MIRROR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2015-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure allowing coolant into engine oil","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11507607","quote_1_text":"Engine failed suddenly while driving on a busy street. No lights were on, no warnings. Slight hum earlier that day, that was almost indistinguishable from the radio or other road noise","quote_2_odi":"11366824","quote_2_text":"WE PURCHASED A 2015 MAZDA CX9 WITH 30,000 MILES THREE YEARS AGO. AT THE START OF THE MONTH, THE CAR SUDDENLY OVERHEATED WHILE DRIVING AND THE ENGINE FAILED! THE MECHANIC SAID THE WATER PUMP FAILED, THE COOLANT MIXED WITH THE ENGINE OIL AND THE ENGINE WAS DONE","quote_3_odi":"11292498","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 MAZDA CX-9 ON A VERY BUSY INTERSTATE, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARED ON THE DRIVER PANEL. I WAS TRAVELING WITH MY VERY YOUNG CHILDREN, AGES 4 AND 20 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2016-cylinder-head-coolant-leak","label":"Cracked cylinder head with engine coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11625077","quote_1_text":"While my wife was driving her 2016 Mazda Cx-9 Grand Touring on the freeway, many of the dashboard indicator lights came on warning her the engine was over heating and to pull over immediately","quote_2_odi":"11596496","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated, and the vehicle started shuddering and overheating","quote_3_odi":"11592348","quote_3_text":"2016 Mazda CX-9 is leaking coolant from exhaust side of engine cylinder head. This issue has been confirmed by a Mazda dealership in North Charleston, South Carolina. The issue first appeared shortly after replacing the water pump (performed by the same dealership)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2016-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11575368","quote_1_text":"Vehicle “surges” at idle. 300-500 RPMS at a time. Sometimes the brakes hold and sometimes not. Have nearly been in 3 collisions the last 2 days because of this issue","quote_2_odi":"11234063","quote_2_text":"IN 2017, MY CAR SHUT OFF TWO TIMES, WITHOUT WARNING, ONE TIME AT A STOP LIGHT AND AGAIN ON THE HIGHWAY GOING 70MPH. WE WERE ACCELERATING AT THE STOP LIGHT WHEN IT SHUT OFF AND THEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11472060","quote_3_text":"Traveling on the highway going on a road trip. Had vehicle inspected prior and no fuel system problems were noted. I was going 75mph with my family when there was a coasting feeling in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2016-seat-heater-overheating","label":"Seat heater overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11582514","quote_1_text":"My seat warmer caught fire and burnt a hole through the seat","quote_2_odi":"11522786","quote_2_text":"UKNOWN-Seat Heating system in my car gets too hot to the skin where it burns the skin if not turned off. I’m not able to use it often because even on low setting it gets extremely hot","quote_3_odi":"11396524","quote_3_text":"- THE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM A MAZDA DEALER IN MAY 2017 - THE DRIVER SIDE CUSHION HEATER FAILED IN MARCH 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx-9-2016-smart-brake-false-warning","label":"Smart City Brake System false warnings and activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11656449","quote_1_text":"Smart City Break Malfunction warning light appears while driving. Simultaneously the tire pressure warning appears. Also, at the same time, the temperature reads -20 to -40 degrees","quote_2_odi":"11118566","quote_2_text":"SHE WAS DRIVING AT APPROX 60 MILE/HR, WHEN THE CAR STARTED GIVING AUDIO VISUAL WARNINGS ON MULTIPLE FAILURES AND THE CAR STARTED SLOWING DOWN WITHOUT RESPONDING TO THE GAS PEDAL AND ENGINE PROPULSION REDUCED TO 'ZERO'","quote_3_odi":"11091416","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT 35-50 MPH, MY 2016 MAZDA CX-9 PERIODICALLY BRAKES SUDDENLY WHILE DRIVING TO A SCRUBBING FORCEFUL STOP TOSSING THINGS OFF THE BACK SEAT, PLACING ME IN DANGER OF A REAR-END COLLISION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2017-cylinder-head-coolant-leak","label":"Cracked cylinder head causing coolant leak and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11598338","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has been diagnosed as having the Cylinder Head Crack issue referenced in Mazda TSB 01-013/21. The car has just over 70,000 miles on it, so I understand it is out of Warranty, yet this issue only came up due to a known design flaw by Mazda","quote_2_odi":"11554737","quote_2_text":"2017 Mazda CX-9 with crack in engine with coolant leaking out. Informed by mechanic that coolant was leaking out from the engine and was caught by heat shield. I smelled coolant, but never saw any on the ground","quote_3_odi":"11444258","quote_3_text":"2017 Mazda CX 9 signature engine failure at 89,000 miles. July 2021 check engine light came on, this was three months prior to failure. Was told it was a known computer issue and was charged over $200 to fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2017-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11546488","quote_1_text":"While driving in normal, operating conditions, the engine cut off and had to pull off to the side of the road. After checking the OBD two error code from the check engine light, there was an error with the fuel pressure rail sensor","quote_2_odi":"11603669","quote_2_text":"This is the second time my car mazda -2017 had problem with fuel pump. I only saw recall for 2019 Mazda CX-9 in internet","quote_3_odi":"11447878","quote_3_text":"The engine failed and the car lost power steering. Could not start the car. The car would turn over, but the engine and battery light were on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2017-infotainment-screen-defect","label":"Infotainment touchscreen cracking and display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11674499","quote_1_text":"My infotainment screen goes black 10-12 times a year, and therefore I lose access to my backup cameras. I have to turn the car off, and then back on, in order for the screen to function again","quote_2_odi":"11419452","quote_2_text":"Spider crack screen on the infotainment system. I got the vehicles pre-owned at Major world","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2017-sunroof-fracture","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous fracture while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11594619","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED. NOTHING HIT THE CAR JUST SPONTANEOUS EXPLOSION WHILE DRIVING. SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT IT WAS SO LOUD","quote_2_odi":"11388797","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MAZDA CX-9. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS FRACTURED WITHOUT IMPACT. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND CONFIRMED THAT THE FRACTURE WAS NOT CAUSED BY AN IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2017-suspension-knock","label":"Front and rear suspension knocking noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11474277","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle with 19K miles on July 31, 2020. I noticed on April 12, 2022, that there was a knocking noise coming from the left front suspension after leaving a Mazda dealership for an oil change","quote_2_odi":"11157180","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I STOP I HEAR A CLUNK SOUND FROM FRONT SUSPENSION AND ALSO WHEN I'M AT A DEAD STOP THEM I GO I HEAR THE CLUNK SOUND .I ALSO HERE THAT NOISE IN THE REAR SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"11142972","quote_3_text":"HEARING A KNOCKING NOISE EVERY TIME I HIT AN UNEVEN PAVEMENT AND BUMP ON FRONT SUSPENSIONS. ALSO THERE IS A KNOCKICK SOUND COMING FROM BACK EVERYTIME I BREAK OR STARTS TO ACCELERATE FROM LONG STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-cylinder-head-coolant-leak","label":"Engine coolant leak from cracked cylinder head","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11542796","quote_1_text":"The cylinder head cracked and leaked engine coolant at 72K miles. This is a known design flaw IAW TSB 01-007/22. Vehicle overheated.","quote_2_odi":"11615751","quote_2_text":"coolant leaks at cylinder head , Mazda of America knows issues but not willing to recall , they hava a bulletin number 01-002/23 . pls help","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11465504","quote_1_text":"When this vehicle is low on fuel (but not empty) and under heavy acceleration, the fuel pump temporarily fails causing the engine to stall. This creates a serious safety hazard. Other 2019 Mazda models were covered for a similar defect under NHTSA Campaign Number 21V-875,…","quote_2_odi":"11455059","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while pulling up to a gas pump the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact added gasoline to the vehicle, restarted the vehicle, and was able to continue to drive to her residence…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-heated-seat-fire","label":"Heated seat smoldering and fire","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11713860","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat heater either had a grounding issue or shorted out, causing to seat to start smoldering and catching fire, destroying the seat. There has been recalls and lawsuits for this specific issue on this model in other years, but not for this model year.","quote_2_odi":"11742848","quote_2_text":"My passenger heated seats malfunction while I was driving. As I was driving on the highway I smelled something burning. I didn't know where the smell was coming from it was strong . Then while I'm driving on the highway my seat started to smoke a lot I got scared and pulled…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-infotainment-screen-cracking","label":"Infotainment screen internal spider cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11490208","quote_1_text":"After sitting in the heat of summer, cracks appeared on two of the corners of the LCD navigation screen making it very hard to see portions of the screen.","quote_2_odi":"11467196","quote_2_text":"the Mazda Connect information screen has small spider cracks on the upper right part of screen that are inside the glass (if you run your finger over the crack it feels smooth). Information websites pertaining to Mazda vehicles say it's caused by temperature change.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-smart-brake-malfunction","label":"Smart brake system warnings and uncommanded braking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11682407","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this recall request because my vehicle has experienced repeated incidents of a serious safety issue. While driving—most often on the highway—a warning appears that says “Smart System Brake Malfunction.” Immediately after, the car begins braking on its own…","quote_2_odi":"11496403","quote_2_text":"I keep getting a automatic emergency braking malfunction alert","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with foot on brake","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11413732","quote_1_text":"HAPPENED TO ME TWO TIMES IN PAST THREE WEEKS, WHERE I AM COMING TO A STOP, OR HARDLY MOVING, AND CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATES. HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE CAR WAS STILL TRYING TO ACCELERATE. YESTERDAY, 4/24/21 IT TOOK ALL MY STRENGTH ON THE BRAKE TO KEEP THE CAR FROM PULLING…","quote_2_odi":"11497382","quote_2_text":"I was resting my foot on my brake in the middle of sealed traffic and when I eased up to move forward when traffic my brakes did stop causing me to bump the car ahead of me. After that what came next was that my car then accelerated forward with my foot still on the brake…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2019-cylinder-head-coolant-leak","label":"Cylinder head cracking and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745033","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Mazda CX-9 (VIN [XXX]) suffered catastrophic cylinder head failure on the SKYACTIV-G 2.5T engine at approximately 124,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11524109","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Mazda CX-9 Signature has developed a coolant leak at the back side of the engine that is consistent with Mazda TSB 01-013/21. Coolant leaks down onto the oil filter and the exhaust where it's burned off","quote_3_odi":"11526241","quote_3_text":"On the last week of May, my car started experiencing sputtering and stalling out problems","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2019-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11513294","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the street with my foot in the gas going about 35mph","quote_2_odi":"11375991","quote_2_text":"MAZDA SMART BRAKING SYSTEM, FRONT RADAR WARNING LIGHTS COME ON AFTER CAR IS STARTED. WINDSHIELD AND FRONT EMBLEM IS CLEAN. NO INTENSE HEAT. COMES ON EVERY TIME WHEN STARTED. WILL NOT ALLOW CRUISE CONTROL TO BE SET","quote_3_odi":"11280204","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2019-infotainment-screen-cracking","label":"Infotainment display internal spider cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11569260","quote_1_text":"I entered my vehicle one day to find what looked to be cracks in the top left hand corner of my center display infotainment screen","quote_2_odi":"11521684","quote_2_text":"Vehicle infotainment screen is developing a spider crack which its expanding over time; screen won't be usable in the future and/or may crack completely at any moment","quote_3_odi":"11481981","quote_3_text":"2019 Mazda CX-9 GT Infotainment Screen is spidering / cracking in the upper right-hand corner making it difficult to see information on the screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2019-soul-red-paint-chipping","label":"Soul Red Metallic paint chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11329069","quote_1_text":"SOUL RED METALLIC PAINT EXCESSIVE CHIPPING","quote_2_odi":"11328732","quote_2_text":"2019 MAZDA CX-9 SOUL RED, PAINT CHIPPING UNDER 30,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"mazda-cx9-2019-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11616793","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Mazda CX9 when you turn the steering wheel it makes a clicking noise","quote_2_odi":"11449850","quote_2_text":"The front end especially on the drivers side front suspension. The noise seems to be coming from the control arms and ball joints area","quote_3_odi":"11277372","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN REVERSE IN ORDER TO PARALLEL PARK THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT AXLE FRACTURED AND CAUSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE TO BEND INWARDLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Driver airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11523765","quote_1_text":"2021 Mazda CX-9 Frontal collision at a speed between 10-20 mph. Car shut down after collision and was not drivable. Concern is the driver side airbag did not deploy. (Neither did passenger but there was no person in the passenger seat)","quote_2_odi":"11495745","quote_2_text":"The driver side airbag did not deploy in a front end collision on the drivers side. When approaching a vehicle that had come to a sudden and complete stop, the brakes were applied hard to the Mazda CX-9 in order to stop, but after about 1 second they just totally let go…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2021-iactivesense-malfunction","label":"i-Activsense system malfunction and limp mode","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11627970","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], [XXX], [XXX] I was driving on an interstate highway with a 65 mph speed limit with no warning and received the following codes which slowed the vehicle to the limp mode. 1) Smart Brake Support and Forward Obstruction Warning…","quote_2_odi":"11548334","quote_2_text":"6/29/2023--Vehicle stopped suddenly with i-ACTIVESENSE system malfunction, Dynamic Stability Control malfunction, Engine malfunction, engine output reduced, Front radar sensor malfunction. Dealer said these faults due to bad battery--replaced battery per Service Manager…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2021-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11505764","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH or exceeding 60 MPH, the vehicle would lose motive power and stall without warning. The contact stated that he would coast to the side of the road and the vehicle would restart…","quote_2_odi":"11608556","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mazda CX-9. The contact stated that while accelerating quickly and entering the highway, there was no motive power to the vehicle. While crossing the highway in the right lane, driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle in front moved over…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-9","model_slug":"cx-9","cluster_id":"cx-9-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11473943","quote_1_text":"New Mazda vehicle engine is consuming approximately 1 quart of oil, approximately every 3,500 miles. No recall for this yet, however Mazda technical service bulletin TSB # 01-012/21 admits this is a common and known issue for this vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11481982","quote_2_text":"Massive oil consumption. Uses 1 quart or more of engine oil at around 3,000 miles after oil change. Low oil light comes on...","quote_3_odi":"11595406","quote_3_text":"Consumes over 2 quarts of oil between recommended oil changes. The dealer made excuses about needing to use a different oil but it has not improved the problem. The warning light for low oil went off after less than 3000 miles. It was 2 quarts down.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/cx-9","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-brake-noise-squeal","label":"Brake noise and squeal during normal braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-02-04 → 2026-07-09 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725494","quote_1_text":"The service brake system on my 2024 Mazda CX-90 produces a loud, high-pitched squeaking noise during normal low-speed braking, including when stopping at traffic lights, reversing, and parking. The issue has been present and occurs daily under normal driving conditions. The…","quote_2_odi":"11749543","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a history of steering rack failure (recently replaced; May 22nd 2026). During the same service visit, the authorized Mazda dealership formally documented that this vehicle is affected by Mazda Customer Satisfaction Program 14 (CSP 14) for a critical brake defect.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-mild-hybrid-battery-malfunction","label":"Mild hybrid battery malfunction and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2026-01-19 → 2026-08-07 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755124","quote_1_text":"The first failure occurred at approximately 28,000 miles. While driving, the vehicle displayed multiple warning messages, including \"Mild Hybrid Battery Malfunction,\" \"i-Stop Malfunction,\" and \"Engine Malfunction.\" Shortly afterward, the vehicle entered a reduced-power (limp…","quote_2_odi":"11747320","quote_2_text":"On June 24, 2026, the vehicle went into limp mode, the error message resolved upon turning off the vehicle. There were no check engine lights that appeared. On June 25, 2026, the vehicle went into limp mode on I-5 in traffic. We were able to safely get the vehicle to a safe…","quote_3_odi":"11738616","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at a 20 MPH, the vehicle shut off as the previous warning messages appeared on the instrument panel. The contact managed to restart the vehicle; however, an audible beeping sound persisted. Due to the failure, the contact pulled over and had…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-occupant-detection-airbag","label":"Front passenger occupant detection and airbag indicator","component_code":"AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-06-09 → 2026-06-22 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743774","quote_1_text":"When a front-seat passenger weighs approx. 90 pounds or less, the vehicle may not recognize that the passenger is present. In these situations: • The passenger airbag remains OFF. • No seatbelt warning or audible seatbelt alert is activated when the passenger is unbelted.…","quote_2_odi":"11742953","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the front passenger seat was occupied by her [XXX] daughter, weighing [XXX], on several occasions, the front passenger's side airbag warning light remained illuminated, indicating the system failed to detect the occupant. Additionally, after the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-phev-sudden-power-loss-stall","label":"PHEV and MHEV sudden engine stall and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-02-23 → 2026-07-29 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737446","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Mazda CX-90 MHEV has experienced multiple life-threatening sudden engine stalls and a complete loss of motive power while driving in active traffic lanes.  The first incident occurred on December 31, 2024, when the vehicle abruptly shut down with an \"Engine Malfunction\"…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature OEM tire tread wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03-11 → 2026-08-03 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723676","quote_1_text":"The factory-equipped Yokohama Geolandar tires (specifically the X-CV model, 265/55R19) have experienced extreme, premature wear. They are currently on the vehicle but are in a failed state.  How was safety put at risk? As of March 11, 2026 (22,567 miles), tread depth has reached…","quote_2_odi":"11754452","quote_2_text":"My tires are dangerously bald with less than 22,000 miles. They were no longer safe to drive. I believe Mazda is aware of the defective Falken 275/45R21 tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-radiator-failure","label":"Radiator leakage and failure at low mileage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-02-15 → 2026-07-31 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742001","quote_1_text":"Vehicle radiator cracked at 31k miles on the highway leaving myself and my family stranded.  My roof has been leaking since I bought the vehicle and Mazda keeps saying they can't replicate the issue and if I can find it they will then fix it","quote_2_odi":"11733664","quote_2_text":"Radiator leaking at seems causing engine to overheat. The radiators on 2024 and earlier CX-90 are failing at the seems of the radiator. This is a known issue to Mazda, hundreds of vehicles are having to be repaired for this manufacturing defect and they are charging the consumer…","quote_3_odi":"11735826","quote_3_text":"Lower radiator hose leaking. Car is at 37000 miles and under no circumstance should this be happening to a new vehicle, Mazda has known about the issue apparently in my model year the manufacturing over tighted the clamp causing it to fail prematurely. This can be catastrophic…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx90-2024-sticky-steering-post-recall","label":"Steering wheel binding and sticking during turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":131,"date_range":"2026-01-15 → 2026-08-14 (200 most-recent of 421 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":421,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736104","quote_1_text":"On April 29, 2026, my 2024 Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus experienced a steering malfunction while I was entering a right turn. The vehicle had Mazda steering recall 6524A / NHTSA Campaign 24V-022 marked closed/completed before this crash.  I was traveling on a familiar road…","quote_2_odi":"11734905","quote_2_text":"The power steering system in our 2024 Mazda CX-90 intermittently \"sticks\" while steering, requiring noticeably increased effort to turn the wheel before it suddenly releases. The symptom matches the defect described in NHTSA Recall 24V-022 (sticky steering due to worm gear…","quote_3_odi":"11728821","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has already had recall remedy for 24V-022, still experiencing \"notchy\" steering (momentary increase in steering effort). Mid corner the steering wheel locks into place, I can let my hands off the wheel and the steering wheel maintains the steering angle, I have to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx-90-2025-auto-braking-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752630","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle, it has unexpectedly applied the brakes on three separate occasions while I was driving under normal conditions","quote_2_odi":"11698538","quote_2_text":"I was stopped by a railroad crossing and when I started driving, my automatic emergency braking activated and jerked to a stop. This happened two consecutive days in a row","quote_3_odi":"11688747","quote_3_text":"The car automatically brakes at lower speeds. This happens about 3x week and typically on a specific freeway entrances but in other locations as well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx-90-2025-brake-squeak-noise","label":"Squeaking brake noise after purchase","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648159","quote_1_text":"Since acquiring the vehicle, I have experienced a persistent and extremely loud squeaking noise from the brakes, which occurs spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11716061","quote_2_text":"Brakes have been really squeaky and seems like a common problem for other CX90 but no fix","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx-90-2025-hybrid-malfunction-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system malfunction with loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737974","quote_1_text":"Hybrid battery recall was replaced and failed a month later for a second time burning other systems and causing a compete failure in the car","quote_2_odi":"11710144","quote_2_text":"The vehicle repeatedly displays warnings including “Acceleration Limited Due to Low Fuel and/or Battery Condition,” Hybrid System Malfunction, and Engine System warnings","quote_3_odi":"11725814","quote_3_text":"Immediately, we received a variety of warnings, including: \"charging system malfunction\", \"i-ACTIVESENSE Partially Disabled\", \"Hybrid System Malfunction\", \"i-stop Malfunction\", \"Charging System Malfunction\", and \"Critical Systems Failure\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx-90-2025-lane-keep-blind-spot-alerts","label":"Lane-keeping correction and blind-spot false alerts","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729657","quote_1_text":"There is an intermittent issue where the dashboard will indicate that the rear side radar is obscured and turn off all the safety features of the car","quote_2_odi":"11740773","quote_2_text":"Every time I drive the vehicle, it basically snatches me back into the lane aggressively","quote_3_odi":"11755075","quote_3_text":"ISSUE 2 – FALSE BLIND SPOT / REAR RADAR ALERTS (ADAS): The Blind Spot Monitoring and Rear Radar Sensor systems generate daily false alerts — both audible and visual — when no vehicles or objects are present","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"CX-90","model_slug":"cx-90","cluster_id":"cx-90-2025-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear on PHEV models","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705377","quote_1_text":"Premature tire tread wear on 2025 Mazda CX-90 PHEV equipped with OEM Falken tires","quote_2_odi":"11720084","quote_2_text":"Despite normal daily driving, proper maintenance, and all scheduled services performed at authorized Mazda dealerships, all four original tires have prematurely worn out and require full replacement","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mazda/cx-90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment or warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2009-04 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11440584","quote_1_text":"The airbag light on Dash comes on and goes off randomly then going on for 6 months","quote_2_odi":"10267114","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA 3. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR-ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10717373","quote_3_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. A CERTIFIED MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE PROBLEM AS HAVING TO DO WITH THE STEERING WHEEL AIRBAG SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-brake-light-melting","label":"Brake light housing melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10726912","quote_1_text":"THE REAR BRAKE LIGHT HOUSING IN MY 2007 MAZDA 3 HATCHBACK IS MELTING. IT IS THE TOP RED LIGHT ON BOTH SIDES. THESE ARE STOCK BRAKE LIGHTS AND HAVE NEVER BEEN REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10944591","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PLASTIC RED TAIL LIGHT COVERING HAD MELTED","quote_3_odi":"11437702","quote_3_text":"The brake light bulb has melted and burnt out the brake light housing assembly multiple times, I have purchased multiple brake light housing assembly and the issue continues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-brake-rotor-abs-issue","label":"Warped brake rotors and ABS pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2008-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10267390","quote_1_text":"MAZDA 3 BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED AT 18,000. MECHANIC SAYS THE PADS WERE WORN THIN AND THE ROTORS WARPED","quote_2_odi":"10382071","quote_2_text":"EMERGENCY/PARKING BRAKE FAILURE I PARKED MY CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY MOTHER'S HOUSE AT THE TOP OF THE DRIVEWAY, WHICH IS RELATIVELY FLAT AND ONLY A VERY SLIGHT INCLINE","quote_3_odi":"11428596","quote_3_text":"After a hard brake event to avoid a crash, brake pedal is soft and loses pressure. Identical to many, many Ford and Mitsubishi reports on models that use the same ABS equipment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-engine-mount-failure","label":"Engine or transmission mount failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11384351","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE STARTED SHAKING ON FRIDAY. I PARKED IT, LATER STARTED IT AND STARTED TO MOVE. HEARD A CRASH. MY TRANSMISSION AND ENGINE FELL. MOTOR MOUNTS BROKEN, DAMAGED MY AXLE","quote_2_odi":"11232966","quote_2_text":"ENGINE MOUNT BOLT FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET CAUSING THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION TO DROP ONTO AXEL","quote_3_odi":"10558940","quote_3_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED BY THE MAZDA DEALERSHIP THAT AN INTEGRAL HYDRAULIC ENGINE MOUNT WAS CRACKING AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2009-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11676412","quote_1_text":"Intermittently spanning several months, there is a sudden loss of power steering as the vehicle is in motion. Warning lights light up on the vehicle as power steering and power brakes are disengaged","quote_2_odi":"11306940","quote_2_text":"MY 17YO DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER 2007 MAZDA3 WHEN HER POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON AND SHE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10399146","quote_3_text":"THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. APPARENTLY THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM WITH THE 2007 MAZDA3","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-tire-wear-tread-sep","label":"Inside-edge tire wear and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2009-07 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10398384","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED 4 NEW DUNLOP TIRES 205/50R17 FOR 2007 MAZDA 3 2.3L AT ODOMETER READING 39484. AT 70115 MILES, 3 OF THE 4 TIRES SHOW SEPARATION OF TREAD ON THE INSIDES WALLS OF BOTH FRONT TIRES AND RIGHT REAR TIRE","quote_2_odi":"10472065","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA MAZDA3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BOTH REAR TIRES WERE CONTINUOUSLY BEING WEARING PREMATURELY AND COULD NOT BE ALIGNED","quote_3_odi":"11104791","quote_3_text":"I HAVE PURCHASED MULTIPLE SETS OF NEW TIRES FOR THIS CAR BECAUSE I AM HAVING THE SAME ISSUE THAT ALL THE COMPLAINTS SAY ABOUT THE TIRES WEARING ON THE INSIDE WALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2007,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2007-transmission-harsh-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting or gear slip","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":222,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10722517","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC 5 SPD SHIFTS HARSHLY BETWEEN 3RD AND 4TH GEAR. JERKING THE CAR WHEN IT HAPPENS","quote_2_odi":"10296667","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 MAZDA 3. WHENEVER THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN 3RD GEAR IT SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL, WHICH MAKES THE VEHICLE DRIFT BACKWARDS","quote_3_odi":"11218331","quote_3_text":"NEARLY EVERY TIME WHILE DRIVING, A YELLOW \"AT\" SIGN WILL APPEAR AS THE GEAR WILL JUMP FROM WHATEVER IT IS TO 3, CAUSING A SUDDEN, SHARP JERK (AS IF ONE SUDDENLY BRAKED), BEFORE GOING BACK TO WHATEVER GEAR IT WAS IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-abs-brake-warning-failure","label":"ABS module fault triggering brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11012670","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ABS SENSOR TRACTION CONTROL AND BRAKE LIGHT INDICATORS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. PEARSON MAZDA OF HENRICO, VA 23294 WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE AND STATED THAT THE ABS HYDRAULIC CONTROL UNIT WAS FAULTY AND COULD CAUSE A FUTURE LOSS OF BRAKING FUNCTION","quote_2_odi":"11572842","quote_2_text":"ABS will cause complete brake failure when it is engaged. For example, needing to stop quickly to avoid hitting another vehicle and the brakes will lose all pressure and the vehicle will not stop. Several mechanics have not been able to diagnose or fix","quote_3_odi":"11683431","quote_3_text":"On August 15, 2025, my 2010 Mazda 3 began displaying the ABS warning light intermittently while driving. The ABS system is a critical safety feature, and when the light comes on, I am unsure if the braking system will function properly in an emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-airbag-warning-and-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11016073","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG NOTICE FLASHES ON CAR. THIS IS A SAFETY DIVICE THAT SHOULD BE MAZDA COMPANY TO MAKE SURE THE DRIVING MEETS SAFETY GUIDELINES","quote_2_odi":"11014252","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL; I HAVE REQUESTED THIS RECALL BE HONORED AND WAS JUST TOLD BY THE LOCAL MAZDA DEALER THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT AND THERE ARE NO PARTS AVAILABLE TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE AND POTENTIALLY DEADLY AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"11580329","quote_3_text":"While driving on the interstate, the driver’s side airbag deployed without any obvious cause. There was no pothole, bump, or clear reason for the airbag to deploy. There was moderate traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard surface melting and causing windshield glare","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11012499","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY 2010 MAZDA3 IN FOR RECALL OF SEAT LINK ADJUSTERS AND TO SERVICE MY MELTING DASHBOARD THAT CAUSES AN UNSAFE GLARE ON THE WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING IN SUNNY CONDITIONS. THE DEALERSHIP VERIFIED THE RECALL AND SERVICE IN MAY 2017 AND WAS INFORMED THAT PARTS WILL NEED TO BE","quote_2_odi":"11031593","quote_2_text":"THE DASH BOARD IS MELTING AND CAUSING PROBLEM SEEING. I RECEIVED A LETTER A WHILE BACK STATING THERE WAS ISSUES WITH THE DASH BOARDS BECOMING STICKY OR MELTING MINE HAS JUST STARTED DOING THIS AND ITS MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO SEE ON REALLY SUNNY DAYS FROM THE GLARE THAT IT","quote_3_odi":"11586697","quote_3_text":"Tha dashboard is melted causing glares on very sunny days and makes driving difficult","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11109840","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE AROUND 35MPH THEN VERY SUDDENLY IN A TURN POWER STEERING WENT OUT AND THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THEN SHORTLY AFTER STEERING CAME BACK ON. ALMOST CAUSED ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11141499","quote_2_text":"IN MOTION ON CITY STREET POWER STEERING LOCKED UP AND WOULD NOT OPERATE. RESTARTED CAR AND WORKED FOR 30 SECONDS BEFORE FAILING AGAIN. NO COMPUTER CODE STORED AND MECHANIC CAN'T FIND ISSUE OR REPLICATE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11450602","quote_3_text":"On Multiple occasions the Power Steering goes out and warning light on dash comes on. Very hard to steer without the PS on. This has happened on highways as well as in town in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-seat-lifter-link-failure","label":"Driver seat lifter link/frame failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11011722","quote_1_text":"RECALL PART FOR SEAT LIFTER LINK HAS FAILED. THE DRIVER SEAT SLANTS IN THE FORWARD LEFT DIRECTION AND ROCKS/SHIFTS EXCESSIVELY DURING SHIFTING. OVER 75 DAYS HAVE PASSED SINCE MY VEHICLE RECALL PART WAS INSPECTED BY THE DEALERSHIP. THEY HAVE STATED THE PART IS ON BACK ORDER","quote_2_odi":"11016267","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SEAT DETACHED FROM THE FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER (PARETTI MAZDA LOCATED AT 4000 VETERANS MEMORIAL BLVD METAIRIE, LA 70002) WHO STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE ON BACKORDER","quote_3_odi":"11643478","quote_3_text":"This vehicle is subject to recall #: 17V-082 referring to a drivers seat lifter link than can break. My car has a broken lifter link, was brought to the dealership and instead of replacing the entire seat adjuster unit like the recall states, they simply installed a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2010-transmission-control-module-shift","label":"Transmission control module failure affecting shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":686,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11015971","quote_1_text":"AT LIGHT AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ARE ON. CAR HAS SHIFT ISSUE. IT CAN'T GO HIGHER SPEED EVEN I PUSH THE GAS PEDAL. IT HAS CLUTCH SOUND EVERY TIME I SHIFT THE GEAR STICK. MY CAR IS AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11143014","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE JERKED AND BEGAN TO SWITCH GEARS INVOLUNTARILY. THE CONTACT STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND OPENED THE HOOD LATCH","quote_3_odi":"11597856","quote_3_text":"Transmission control module issues. Car was driving on the expressway and wouldn’t shift out of second gear. Engine light and AT light came on. Had to drive slowly on the expressway and get off on the closest exit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag failure to deploy during crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11713964","quote_1_text":"The airbag system failed to deploy during a major accident I was in, where my car rolled multiple times, and the collision that totaled my car. This includes the front airbags, impact sensors, and/or the airbag control module not activating","quote_2_odi":"10560669","quote_2_text":"THE MAZDA 3 HIT A LARGE TRUCK BROADSIDE, WHICH CAUSED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END OF THE CAR. THE MAZDA IS LIKELY TOTALED. THOUGH THE MAZDA 3 IS EQUIPPED WITH FRONT, SIDE AND OVERHEAD AIRBAGS, NOT ONE AIRBAG DEPLOYED IN THE ACCIDENT, NOT EVEN THE DRIVER'S-SIDE FRONT AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11291626","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A USED 2011 MAZDA 3 IN MARCH 2019. I DIDN'T NOTICE IT AT THE TIME BUT THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS FLASHING A CODE 16 ON THE DASH. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP AND HAD TO PAY $100 DIAGNOSTIC FEE","quote_2_odi":"11024244","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - THIS VEHICLE HAS A TAKATA AIR BAG INITIATOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. DEALER SAYS NO RECALL IS IN EFFECT. WHY IS THERE NO RECALL WHEN THE TAKATA INITIATOR IS KNOWN TO CAUSE ISSUES AND FATALITIES? IS A RECALL PENDING? IF SO, WHEN WILL IT BE MADE PUBLIC?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-clutch-failure","label":"Clutch failure in manual transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11387260","quote_1_text":"I GOT THIS CAR BACK IN AUGUST NOT KNOWING ABOUT MAZDA'S CLUTCH ISSUES. I GOT THE CAR WITH ABOUT 101,000 MILES, AND WHEN I GOT TO ABOUT 112,000, MY CLUTCH FAILED OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY IN KANSAS","quote_2_odi":"10393754","quote_2_text":"ON FRIDAY MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MY CAR (SHE LEARNED HOW TO DRIVE ON A MANUAL AND HAS NO PROBLEMS DRIVING IT) ON A BACK COUNTRY 2 LANE ROAD WITH OUR SON IN THE BACK AND OUT OF CELL PHONE COVERAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-dashboard-separation","label":"Dashboard and instrument panel separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11687666","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel above the information display in my 2011 Mazda3 has warped and created a visible gap, which is a known defect previously covered under Mazda’s Special Service Program A9 (SSP A9)","quote_2_odi":"11340089","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD ABOVE THE CLOCK AND INFO DISPLAY SEPARATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11292095","quote_1_text":"MECHANIC'S REPORT 12/28/2019: \"RIGHT FRONT (PASSENGER SIDE) HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY HAS MAJOR MOISTURE CONTAMINATION. HID CONTROLLER FAILURE DUE TO MOISTURE; HID BULB OUT. REPAIR EST. $1,500 - $2,000.\"","quote_2_odi":"10865443","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT SEAL FAILURE; WATER CONDENSATION IN THE HEADLIGHT (PASSENGER SIDE). OCCURS AFTER A CAR WASH, A DRIVE IN THE RAIN, DRIZZLE OR DOWNPOUR IN HIGHWAY OR CITY. ROAD ILLUMINATION DIMINISHED FROM WATER CONDENSATION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11485378","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN. Electric power steering just suddenly stopped working for no apparent reason. Very hard to steer. DANGEROUS!","quote_2_odi":"11217481","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA MAZDA3. WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE IF ANY INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-seat-lifter-failure","label":"Driver seat lifter link and track failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750889","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driver’s side seat wobbled and was unsecured","quote_2_odi":"11421476","quote_2_text":"The seat height adjustment lifter link has broken and my driver seat wobbles tilting up and down during normal operation. There is a recall for this exact issue for this exact model of vehicle 2011 Mazda 3","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2011-tcm-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure causing limp mode","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11701203","quote_1_text":"I was driving it and randomly the AT and TC , and check engine light came on and the car went into limp mode, after doing some research it appears to happen to all 2009-2011 Mazda3's and it's a safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11495977","quote_2_text":"Transmission Control Module Failed while driving. Do to this there was a loss in ability to properly shift which made driving dangerous","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-dashboard-warp-gap","label":"Dashboard warping and gap at instrument panel","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11704211","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mazda Mazda3. The vehicle was transported from the east to Texas, and the vehicle was bought used. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky and that a gap was between the instrument panel and cover. The contact stated that a small to medium bubble","quote_2_odi":"11581837","quote_2_text":"The dashboard of my 2012 Mazda 3 has separated from the instrument panel causing a gap between them. The dashboard has become very sticky leaving a black sticky film on the surface. This has caused a glare on the windshield making it hard to see at times while driving","quote_3_odi":"11443016","quote_3_text":"Dashboard melting and warping causing visibility issues, as well as the dashboard should never be melting. This should be recalled as it is a known and widespread issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11689933","quote_1_text":"The car leaks gas when the tank is full and if the car is inclined slightly. I've noticed the problem several month ago with an occasional odor but finally saw the gas leaking recently when it was parked on a sloped street","quote_2_odi":"11652352","quote_2_text":"Our fuel tank is leaking for no reason. Brought it in last year (2024) for state inspections and let them know we smell gas when we park sometimes. They poke around and find nothing, but note there is a faint gas smell and to bring it to the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11342720","quote_3_text":"SMELL OF FUEL IS VERY NOTICEABLE AFTER FILLING UP THE GAS TANK. FURTHER INVESTIGATION INDICATES THERE IS LEAKING SOMEWHERE NEAR/AROUND THE TANK BUT NOT ON TOP WHERE THE FUEL PUMP IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-headlight-flicker-braking","label":"Headlight flicker and dimming when braking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11554073","quote_1_text":"Headlight flickering and turns off and on randomly","quote_2_odi":"11451766","quote_2_text":"Headlights flicker when brakes are applied or when slowing down","quote_3_odi":"11301866","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT WHEN YOU BRAKE THE HEADLIGHTS DIM SIGNIFICANTLY AND FLICKER UNTIL YOU GO BACK TO THE GAS OR STOP. I NOTICED THIS WHEN I DROVE THE CAR I BOUGHT FOR MY DAUGHTER ONE NIGHT IN OCTOBER 2019","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Intermittent power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11436698","quote_1_text":"my power steering has randomly failed for a second time. It happened once before as I pulled into a store -this time it happened while I was travelling southbound on highway 1 a very curvy road with steep cliffs where the speed limit is 55 so it was very scary when my steering","quote_2_odi":"10983010","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA 3. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE POWER STEERING SEIZED. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND BACK ON, IT OPERATED AS INTENDED","quote_3_odi":"10934084","quote_3_text":"MY BATTERY WAS DEAD. I JUMP STARTED THE CAR AND BACKED OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I STARTED FORWARD, THE POWER STEERING HAD AN INTERMITTENT MALFUNCTION AND SEVERAL WARNING LIGHTS ACTIVATED. I REPLACED THE BATTERY, AND EVERYTHING RETURNED TO NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-power-train-shift-stall","label":"Transmission stalling and erratic gear shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11596026","quote_1_text":"Car started jerking and on the way home, the car lost all power to the transmission. The check engine light came on as well as the AT and traction lights. Absolutely no power to the transmission. codes P0780 and P0751","quote_2_odi":"11550320","quote_2_text":"The car started to stall, hesitate and even stop completely for no apparent reason. The mechanic first recommended a new ECU/TCU which did not help the problem and in the course of duplicating the problem check engine light has come on for the transmission with problems","quote_3_odi":"11228972","quote_3_text":"AT 41K MILES HAD TO HAVE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY REPLACED BECAUSE THE TIPTRONIC FAILED TO CHANGE GEARS WHEN USING THE \"MANUAL\" MODE. AT 64K MILES, EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE (APPROX 3 YEARS AFTER INITIAL REPAIR)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-seat-lifter-rocking","label":"Driver seat lifter breakage and rocking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11659410","quote_1_text":"The Seat Lifter on the driver's side seat frame broke, the metal has a clear stress fracture right near the bracket where the frame connects to the rail. This is the same part that was recalled in the 2010 and 2011 Models by Mazda in 2017. NHTSA Campaign No. 17V-082","quote_2_odi":"11526758","quote_2_text":"Driver seat rocks back and forth. There was a recall for 2010-2011 models for this exact issue but 2012 and 2013 are not included in the recall. This is an issue for later models and was even an issue for the 2014-2018 as a separate recall was issued for that generation","quote_3_odi":"11446147","quote_3_text":"Driver seat has become loose and rocks forward in an up and down fashion while driving. Can be rock by hand as well when not sitting in the seat. A prior recall addressed this issue with 2010-2011 Mazda 3's","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2012-soft-brake-pedal-abs","label":"Soft brake pedal traced to ABS module","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":226,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11667217","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal is soft and sometimes unresponsive unless it is pumped repeatedly. There have been several times where I have been concerned if I would come to a complete stop. I have had both sets of brake pads replaced in the last year, and have on driven 9,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11601244","quote_2_text":"Weak braking and spongy brake pedal created near accidents at highway speeds. Brake pedal needs to be pumped to get firmness. But the check engine warning light did not come on, either","quote_3_odi":"11439529","quote_3_text":"Brakes became soft. Needed to pump them to stop the vehicle. My mechanic changed pads, rotors and master cylinder. However, it did not fix the problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-brake-pedal-pressure-loss","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11658244","quote_1_text":"The Brake Pedal consistently malfunctions, even after the replacement of the master cylinder (by independent service center). The master cylinder does not hold pressure due to a faulty ABS control unit","quote_2_odi":"11140696","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THE PRESSURE ON THE BREAK PEDAL GOT VERY LOW. I HAD TO PUSH THE PEDAL ALL THE WAY DOWN TO SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A NEARBY MAZDA DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10577885","quote_3_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AT 15 MPH, THE CAR IN FRONT OF MYSELF HAD SLOWED DOWN AND STOPPED AT A LIGHT. WHEN I SEEN SHE WAS STOPPING, I PRESSED DOWN MY BRAKES SO I WOULD STOP BUT THE BRAKE PEDDLE PUSHED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-driver-seat-frame-weld-failure","label":"Driver seat frame weld failure and wobble","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11255950","quote_1_text":"THE SEAT LIFTER LINK ON MY 2013 MAZDA 3 POWER SEAT HAS A BROKEN WELD THAT ALLOWS THE DRIVERS SEAT TO WOBBLE FRONT TO BACK. THE WELD HAS OPENED UP SHOWING THE MOTOR SHAFT. WHEN YOU ACCELERATE THE SEAT MOVES BACK AND FEELS LIKE IT WILL SEPARATE FROM THE FRAME","quote_2_odi":"11015592","quote_2_text":"THE SWING ARM THAT ATTACHES THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO THE LEFT-SIDE SEAT RUNNER UNEXPECTEDLY DETACHED. CLOSE INSPECTION REVEALED THAT THIS WAS CAUSED BY A WELD FAILURE / METAL FATIGUE AT THE POINT WHERE THE ARM WAS WELDED TO THE ROD THAT RUNS BELOW THE CUSHION","quote_3_odi":"11415704","quote_3_text":"EXACT SAME ISSUE AS CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V082 THE SEATS IN THIS YEAR OF MAZDA 3 ARE THE SAME AS IN THE 2010-2011 MODELS. THE METAL HAS SNAPPED IN HALF CAUSING THE NEED FOR REPAIR FOR SAFE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-headlight-flicker-braking","label":"Headlight flicker or pulse while braking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11436434","quote_1_text":"When driving at highway speeds and applying brakes, the headlights will pulse bright to dim for the duration of braking. I have seen this problem reported online by several dealers and it has a known software update to fix the problem, but it is not listed under the recalls for","quote_2_odi":"11289040","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT, AND APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN, THE HEADLIGHTS AND TAILLIGHTS FLICKER/PULSE. OVER THE LAST 6-12 MONTHS THIS ISSUE HAS BECOME MORE PRONOUNCED SO THAT IT HAS BEGUN REDUCING VISIBILITY","quote_3_odi":"11048713","quote_3_text":"PCM DOES NOT REGULATE ALTERNATOR OUTPUT CORRECTLY CAUSING THE HEADLIGHTS TO FLASH/STROBE AND HORN TONE TO FLUCTUATE WHILE BRAKING IN MOTION. THE HEADLIGHTS FLASHING COULD LEAD OTHER DRIVERS TO BELIEVE YOU ARE SIGNALING THEM, AND LACK OF POWER TO HORN REDUCES THE AUDIBILITY AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11256591","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 3. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE POWER STEERING ABILITY WAS LOST. ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS FLASHED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_2_odi":"10966450","quote_2_text":"THE POWER STEERING ON MY CAR JUST STOPPED WORKING AND THEN THE NEXT DAY IT WAS FINE. NOW, IT DOESN'T WORK AGAIN AND I CAN'T DRIVE IT. I WAS IN THE DRIVEWAY AND WANTED TO BACK OUT TO GO TO WORK AND THE WHEEL WOULDN'T TURN","quote_3_odi":"10606745","quote_3_text":"WHILE PRACTICING PARALLEL PARKING ELECTRIC POWER STEERING MOTOR BECAME HOT, POWER STEERING MIL WAS ON AND NO ASSIST TO STEER. AFTER LETTING IT COOL FOR 30 MIN DID MOTOR WORK AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-recall-16v644000-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 16V644000 structure repair parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11001765","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10985078","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 3. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11540603","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V644000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part for the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2013-tcm-shifting-malfunction","label":"Transmission control module and shifting malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":117,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11556887","quote_1_text":"Transmission Control Module malfunction. The AT light came on and the car made a jerking motion and a clunking noise. It lost power and would not shift which is very dangerous in moving traffic","quote_2_odi":"11461728","quote_2_text":"The TCM - Transmission Control Module defected - gear lights disappear, down shifting problems, driving, stop in the middle of highway or road while driving, kick / jerk when ATF lights comes on goes off then check engine lights comes on all fluids has been changed drove good","quote_3_odi":"10552879","quote_3_text":"MY CAR SUDDENLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND WOULD NOT SHIFT OUT OF IT. I COASTED TO A STOP, STOPPED THE CAR, WAITED A BIT, THEN RESTARTED. IT WENT ABOUT HALF A MILE AND THE SAME THING HAPPENED. THE DEALER SAID IT'S A FAULTY TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure and recall part delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11727114","quote_1_text":"The rear backup sensors no longer work and did not give any indication they stopped working. They do not detect cars driving up from behind when driving or switching lanes or objects or people behind the car anymore when you reverse","quote_2_odi":"11633721","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11612119","quote_3_text":"In reference to the existing recall on my vehicle (Manufacturer recall # 6023G, NHTSA recall #: 23V-487), I would like to report that the vehicle manufacturer (Mazda) has yet to offer a solution to this problem, which is now over a year old","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11744056","quote_1_text":"The fuel tank leaks fuel at a full tank and smells of gas in the cabin until about 3/4 tank. Car was dripping a large puddle of gas inside of a parking garage. Problem has been reproduced by my mechanic even after replacing the fuel pump retaining ring","quote_2_odi":"11694054","quote_2_text":"Gas tank is leaking from the TOP. I could smell gas after a refill (and refilling a portable tank) that I thought must have been a spill I hadn't noticed, and the smell faded. But then it happened again at the next refill, and I knew it wasn't just a spill","quote_3_odi":"11549642","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle had smelled gas fumes in the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-infotainment-screen-crack","label":"Infotainment screen cracking and system glitches","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11266431","quote_1_text":"THE INFOTAINMENT SCREEN HAS SPIDER CRACKS IN 2 CORNERS THAT ARE STARTING FROM THE SEALED INSIDE OF SCREEN. IT IS SPREADING AND ACCORDING TO THE INTERNET BLOGS HAPPENING TO OTHER MAZDA'S","quote_2_odi":"11228362","quote_2_text":"THE INFOTAINMENT CENTER ON THE DASH REPEATEDLY GLITCHES OUT, WILL START RANDOMLY CALLING CONTACTS IF BLUETOOTH IS SYNCED WILL RANDOMLY SWITCH TO RADIO STATIONS, PANDORA, INFO ON THE SCREEN, USING THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS AND CENTER CONSOLE CONTROLS WILL NOT DO ANYTHING","quote_3_odi":"10667403","quote_3_text":"A FEW TIMES WHEN STARTING UP THE VEHICLE, THE MAZDA EMBLEM POPS UP SLOWLY, THEN FADES AWAY, AND THE LCD SYSTEM SCREEN WILL CONTINUE TO BE A BLANK, BLACK SCREEN WITH NO RESPONSE UNTIL I RESTART THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake failure to engage","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11749418","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that when attempting to secure the vehicle, the electric parking brake failed to engage after pulling up the hand lever","quote_2_odi":"11743735","quote_2_text":"The contact's nephew owns a 2014 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while parked on several occasions, the parking brake failed to engage, and there was no resistance","quote_3_odi":"10597877","quote_3_text":"ON MAY 7, 2014, AT APPROXIMATELY 11:00 PM I PARKED IN A PARKING SPACE, ON A HILL, AT TOWSON WOODS APARTMENT COMPLEX. I TURNED THE CAR OFF WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED AT OVER 3/4 OF THE WAY UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-rear-caliper-seizure","label":"Rear brake caliper seizure and corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11075169","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA MAZDA3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR BRAKES SEIZED WHILE DRIVING DOWN A HILL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11022672","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISES FROM THE REAR BRAKES. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11245801","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 MAZDA3 WITH VIN [XXX] IS EXPERIENCING SQUEAKING AND BINDING OF THE MANUAL PARKING BRAKE WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11018647","quote_1_text":"I WAS TURNING SLOWLY INTO A PARKING SPACE BETWEEN TWO PARKED CARS WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE. APPROXIMATELY 1/4 TO 1/3 OF THE WAY INTO THE SPACE THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED (MY FOOT STILL ON THE BRAKE)","quote_2_odi":"10888959","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 MAZDA 3 SUDDENLY AND UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED TRUCK. THERE WAS AN EYE-WITNESS","quote_3_odi":"10616673","quote_3_text":"MY MOTHER WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE LONG ISLAND EXPRESSWAY WITH 2 PASSENGERS IN THE CAR. SHE WAS DRIVING AROUND 60 MPH WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED BY ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2014-transaxle-failure","label":"Transaxle and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11078911","quote_1_text":"MY DAUGHTER'S 2014 MAZDA3 TRANSAXLE WAS MAKING A WHINING NOISE. UPON DOING AN INTERNET SEARCH, WE DISCOVERED A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN (TSB) THAT ADDRESSED THIS SITUATION","quote_2_odi":"11367068","quote_2_text":"AROUND 68,000 MILES, I BEGAN TO HEAR A SUBTLE WHINING NOISE COMING FROM MY 2014 MAZDA MAZDA3. I WAS UNSURE WHERE IT WAS COMING FROM AND ORIGINALLY THOUGHT IT WAS SOMETHING TO DO WITH THE TIRES","quote_3_odi":"11025007","quote_3_text":"AT APPOX 84000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WITH OUT WARNING. THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A TRIP FROM ALABAMA TO NORTH CAROLINA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11432540","quote_1_text":"My 2015 mazda3 was in a collision on 09/08/2021 and my vehicle was totaled. None of my airbags deployed . Fortunately i only sustained neck and back injuries","quote_2_odi":"10670216","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A REAR END COLLISION WITH THE MAZDA, AND WAS HIT AT 50MPH SPEED BY A DRUNK DRIVER WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE DRIVER HAD FALLEN ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL, SO DID NOT BRAKE PRIOR TO THE COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"10650657","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MAZDA 3. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO CROSS A RAILROAD TRACK, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE AND CAUSED THE DRIVER SEAT TO MOVE FORWARD. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak and fuel odor after fill-up","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11610399","quote_1_text":"Started smelling gas fumes several weeks ago after fill ups at the gas station. Took to my mechanic who diagnosed a fuel tank leak due to rust. No warning lights present. No fuel on the ground or fumes within the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11566250","quote_2_text":"strong gas smell in the cabin","quote_3_odi":"10787288","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MAZDA 3. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment ghost touch and reboot loop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11633180","quote_1_text":"The Mazda Connect touch screen in the center display may not accept touch commands properly or may operate by itself (ghost touch)","quote_2_odi":"11623274","quote_2_text":"Mazda call this “ghost touch” it happens when the screen starts to act up like crazy, jumping from different audio sources, Bluetooth lose connection, making unwanted phone calls","quote_3_odi":"11606315","quote_3_text":"The infotainment system sometimes has \"ghost touches\" where random buttons on the screen are pressed without a physical press. This is dangerous because it is extremely distracting to the driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-parking-brake-caliper-stick","label":"Rear parking brake caliper sticking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11711269","quote_1_text":"Description On 12-15-2025, in 18°F weather, the vehicle was parked on a residential sloped driveway with the manual parking brake fully engaged. While the driver was outside the vehicle, the parking brake system failed to hold the car’s weight","quote_2_odi":"11005441","quote_2_text":"PARKING BREAK DOES NOT HOLD OR RELEASES AFTER VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED (FLAT OR HILL SURFACES) CAR HAS ROLLED 3 TIMES IN PARKING LOTS SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"11031367","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MAZDA 3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT FUNCTION AS INTENDED UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED EXCESSIVELY. THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under Back Over Prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11731350","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, or while attempting to reverse, the rear camera flashed on and off for approximately five minutes and then started working as intended","quote_2_odi":"11616156","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11563306","quote_3_text":"This in regards to NHTSA Recall #: 23V-487. It has been 173 days since this recall was announced and I have not received any correspondence from the manufacturer. The recall has been sitting with no remedy available for 6 months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11307673","quote_1_text":"MY SPOUSE WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AND SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD SOUND. HE SCANNED THE SURROUNDINGS AND DID NOT SEE ANY UNUSUAL OCCURRENCE","quote_2_odi":"11210152","quote_2_text":"POWER MOONROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40MPH ON A CITY STREET. IT WAS ABOUT 52DEG F ON A CLOUDY DAY. MY WIFE WAS IN PASSENGER SEAT & GLASS FELL IN ON US","quote_3_odi":"10967121","quote_3_text":"ON SATURDAY, MARCH 18, 2017 AT 11:00 A.M., I WAS DRIVING MY 2015 MAZDA 3 (S TOURING) BACK TO KNOXVILLE, TN FROM YORK, PA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11647521","quote_1_text":"1. Automatic transmission suffered a catastrophic failure during operation. Transmission was discarded by Bountiful Mazda, Utah. 2. Both other and I were at risk as the vehicle could not be controlled","quote_2_odi":"11194176","quote_2_text":"2015 MAZDA 3 WITH 75000 MILES. TRANSMISSION IN VEHICLE FAILED SPECIFICALLY THE MAIN BEARING. TRANSMISSION IS NEEDING TO BE REBUILT","quote_3_odi":"11051608","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 100000 BECAUSE OF BEARING IN THE TRANSMISSION. NOW TRANSMISSION MAKING THE SAME NOISE OF 111,000 MILES AFTER BEING REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2016-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over-prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11624017","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda3. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V487000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11564075","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer Recall No 6023G NHTSA Recall No. 23V-487 Rear View Camera has NOT been repaired. How long more do I have to wait for the repairs to start?","quote_3_odi":"11606103","quote_3_text":"The recall related to the rear backup camera has not been addressed and it is more than a year later","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2016-fuel-tank-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank corrosion causing gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11615166","quote_1_text":"Fuel Tank has corrosion that allows vapors to enter the passenger compartment","quote_2_odi":"11365959","quote_2_text":"DURING HOT SUMMER MONTHS WHEN RUNNING ERRANDS (FOR EXAMPLE) WHICH WOULD REQUIRE STOPPING AND RE-STARTING THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, THE CABIN WILL BEGIN TO FILL WITH GAS FUMES. THIS WILL START ABOUT 30 MINUTES INTO THE TRIP","quote_3_odi":"11540753","quote_3_text":"Recently noticed the odor of unburned gasoline, both inside and outside the vehicle. When driving, the ventilation system would flush this away in a few moments, but this phenomenon is new within the past few weeks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2016-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment system freeze, reboot, and ghost touch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11435057","quote_1_text":"In mid-2021, the Mazda Connect infotainment system suddenly stopped working. Upon starting the car, the software boots over and over again","quote_2_odi":"11229330","quote_2_text":"CMU IS ON A CONSTANT REBOOT. BROUGHT TO MAZDA DEALERSHIP TO BE NOTIFIED THE CMU NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. CAR IS ONLY 3.5 YEARS OLD WITH 53K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11548468","quote_3_text":"Infotainment system / center console doesn't work properly. Buttons would be pushed at random, changing stations and flipping thru menus","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2016-parking-brake-recall","label":"Parking brake caliper corrosion under recall","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11033404","quote_1_text":"IN AUGUST I RECEIVED NOTICE OF A SAFETY RECALL BECAUSE OF A BRAKE PROBLEM. THE LETTER INSTRUCTED US TO WAIT FOR NOTIFICATION THAT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. IT HAS BEEN NEARLY TWO MONTHS SINCE I GOT THE NOTIFICATION","quote_2_odi":"11081540","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MAZDA MAZDA3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THERE WAS A FLAPPING NOISE COMING FROM BOTH REAR WHEELS THEN THE VEHICLE WOULD START TO VIBRATE VIOLENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11103438","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MAZDA 3. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND UNOCCUPIED, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE DISENGAGED AND THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE ROLLED BACK AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2016-seat-cushion-separation","label":"Seat cushion separation from seat frame","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11055702","quote_1_text":"ALL SEATS SEPARATE FROM THE BASE OF THE SEAT, MEANING THERE IS NOTHING HOLDING THE CUSHION THAT YOU SIT ON TO THE WIRE FRAME ATTACHED TO THE FLOOR","quote_2_odi":"10865664","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MAZDA 3. WHILE STOPPED, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT FRACTURED AND COLLAPSED","quote_3_odi":"11280724","quote_3_text":"PROBLEM WITH MY 2016 MAZDA 3 4-DOOR. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION TRIM IS COMING OFF THE SEAT FRAME AT THE FRONT END","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2017-brake-system-defects","label":"Brake system defects and premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11446133","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS PARKED IN A CARPORT ON FLAT GROUND. CAME OUTSIDE CAR WAS GONE .. ROLLED OUT OF THE CARPORT DOWN A 500 FT DRIVEWAY, TURNED INTO THE DRIVEWAY ACROSS THE HIGHWAY INTO A VEHICLE PARKED THERE.. ELECTRONIC BRAKING WAS APPLIED AND STILL ENGAGED","quote_2_odi":"11278539","quote_2_text":"I LEASED THIS CAR BRAND NEW IN 2016 , SINCE THEN, I HAVE HAD TWO INCIDENTS WHICH WHILE PARKED AND IN GEAR WITH THE MECHANICAL E-BRAKE SET I HAVE WALKED OUTSIDE TO FIND MY CAR NOT WHERE I LEFT IT","quote_3_odi":"11075322","quote_3_text":"WE LEASED THIS CAR IN JULY OF 2017. A COUPLE WEEKS LATER ON 8/9/17 MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THE CAR. AS SHE APPROACHED THE EXIT RAMP ON A HIGHWAY NEAR OUR HOUSE SHE FELT WHAT SHE THOUGHT WAS ANOTHER CAR HITTING HER IN THE REAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2017-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11300606","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS; STOPS RUNNING. LOSES TOTAL POWER WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT LEAST 4 TIMES, BUT MOST LIKELY MORE. MY MAZDA COMPUTER SHOULD HAVE RECORDED THESE INCIDENTS","quote_2_odi":"11582576","quote_2_text":"I have a 2017 Mazda 3 with exactly 59,454 miles. I was driving my car into work and a warning came on saying coolant temperatures high pull over immediately. I feel my safety was at risk since I was on a highway and my car lost power and would not allow me to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11542240","quote_3_text":"My 2017 Mazda 3 (85,000 miles) suddenly had the engine light go on and a loss of power. I’m lucky I didn’t have an accident. I took it immediately to the shop and they informed me that my low pressure fuel pump is bad. I see they have a recall on Mazda 2018–2020 fuel pumps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2017-ghost-touch-infotainment","label":"Touchscreen ghost-touch and infotainment malfunctions","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11638088","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Mazda Mazda3 Sport is affected by a problem widely known as \"ghost touch\" by owners of this vehicle. This issue causes the touch screen to behave erratically and activate random functions, which is extremely distracting while driving","quote_2_odi":"11597342","quote_2_text":"The infotainment touchscreen has a ghost touch issue which causes settings to be randomly changed when the car is moving less than 5 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"11530520","quote_3_text":"VEHICLES CENTER CONSOLE DISPLAY SCREEN SUFFERS FROM GHOST TOUCHES. THE DISPLAY REGISTERS INPUTS FROM THE TOUCHSCREEN WITH NO ONE TOUCHING THE DISPLAY THIS IS THE SAME ISSUE THAT IS ON THE 14-16 VERSIONS OF THIS VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2017-rearview-camera-recall","label":"Rearview camera failure under back-over-prevention recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11624190","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rearview camera would intermittently display a distorted or blank image","quote_2_odi":"11570810","quote_2_text":"The rearview camera is flickering and sometimes does not work at all. The NTSA recall 23V-487 (manufacturer number 6023G) is issued for that problem back in July 2023","quote_3_odi":"11592230","quote_3_text":"The Manufacturer Recall Number6023G, NHTSA Recall Number23V-487, has not been performed by the dealer. The dealer states that they do not have a remedy. Not only have I had the problem of flickering and distortion, but the back-up camera often does not operate at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2017-wiper-recall-delay","label":"Windshield wiper recall repair delays","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":83,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11220822","quote_1_text":"DEALERSHIP UNABLE TO PERFORM SAFETY RECALL. THE FOLLOWING IS A COPY I HAVE SENT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND MAZDA USA. I HAVE BEEN ATTEMPTING TO HAVE SAFETY RECALL REPAIR ON MY VEHICLE SINCE 05/12/19. I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL 3219D LETTER FOR MY 2017 MAZDA3","quote_2_odi":"11205569","quote_2_text":"IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN ONE MONTH SINCE A RECALL HAS BEEN PLACED ON MY MAKE AND MODEL, NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DEALER OF MY VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO CONTACT ME TO INFORM OF THIS RECALL SO I CAN TAKE NECESSARY MEASURES","quote_3_odi":"11344263","quote_3_text":"I AM CURRENTLY STATIONED OVERSEAS AND CONTACTED MAZDA CUSTOMER SERVICE SEVERAL TIMES FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THE ISSUE. I NEVER RECEIVED A REPLY AND IT HAS BEEN ALMOST A YEAR SINCE I WAS FIRST NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling and fuel leaks","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11694610","quote_1_text":"The high-pressure fuel pump failed. This component failure prevents the car from starting or staying running. The check engine code confirmed the high-pressure fuel pump failure","quote_2_odi":"11712940","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a strong fuel odor around the exterior of the vehicle and inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure had occurred after refueling","quote_3_odi":"11557227","quote_3_text":"Fuel smell after a fill-up, fuel pump is cracked/deformed EXACTLY as described in Mazda bulletin 5321K (THIS BULLETIN EXCLUDES THIS MODEL). Strong fuel smell in the cabin, liquid fuel leaking from the top of the tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment ghost touch and screen cracking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11605677","quote_1_text":"The infotainment screen in this vehicle has internally delaminated causing a well-known \"ghosting\" problem that causes random buttons to be pressed (without touching the screen) while driving, including volume changes","quote_2_odi":"11638019","quote_2_text":"The entertainment/navigation screen randomly started developing spidering cracks on the inside of the screen and has grown exponentially. It is getting close to the point where the screen is not readable and becoming useless","quote_3_odi":"11592126","quote_3_text":"The screen/head unit in my car is registering ghost touches. Basically the screen thinks it's being touched even though it isn't","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-rearview-camera-flicker","label":"Rearview camera flicker and recall repair delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11607311","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while shifted into reverse(R) and reversing out of the driveway, the rearview camera image was flickering on the display screen. The contact stated that the flickering was intermittent but eventually the camera became inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11573895","quote_2_text":"Some days it doesn't work at all (screen completely black), some days it works for a few seconds at a time but otherwise does not, and some days it works but only poorly (grainy or scrolling video feed with poor visibility)","quote_3_odi":"11576213","quote_3_text":"Mazda has still NOT come up with an adequate remedy solution. The dealerships continue to state that they do not have the parts to replace it even though this recall was made 8 months ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11093764","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF OR OUR 6-MONTH OLD 2018 MAZDA 3 HAD JUST EXPLODED! WE PARKED TO CHECK WHETHER AN OBJECT HAD FALLEN INTO THE CAR BUT COULD NOT FIND ANYTHING","quote_2_odi":"11172322","quote_2_text":"ON 1/25/2019 IN THE MORNING I WENT OUTSIDE TO TAKE MY DOG OUT AND NOTICED THAT THE SUNROOF ON MY 2018 MAZDA 3 WAS CRACKED AND HAD A FAIRLY LARGE HOLE IN IT","quote_3_odi":"11434306","quote_3_text":"Sunroof shattered by itself","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-warning-light-cascade","label":"Multiple warning lights with driver-assist faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11700428","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Mazda 3 has an intermittent electrical failure on the high-speed CAN network that causes multiple safety-critical systems to fail while driving","quote_2_odi":"11593200","quote_2_text":"The collision warning light and lane assistance light come on frequently. It used to just be when the weather was under 40 degrees and the car was cold. However, it now happens all the time. It seems to go on and off for no reason","quote_3_odi":"11570191","quote_3_text":"About a year ago, I noticed multiple warning lights on my car on, including the traction control, ABS, emergency brake, tire pressure indicator, etc. I took my car to the dealership where they diagnosed the problem as related to a faulty speed sensor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2018-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11726590","quote_1_text":"While I was driving on the highway, I went to use my front wipers and there was no response when trying to active them. The rear wiper, front and rear washer fluid sprayers all worked. No warning lights or other signs of failure were present","quote_2_odi":"11611866","quote_2_text":"The wipers randomly stopped working. No matter which wiper setting was chosen, the windshield wipers would not activate. I took my car to the nearest Mazda dealer and they fixed it by replacing the Body Control Module","quote_3_odi":"11651688","quote_3_text":"Wiper stopped functioning, in the rain. Started with the wipers making 2 wipes rapidly, then not functioning. Next day, wipers partially functioned erratically before being stuck in the up position","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-acceleration-lag-hesitation","label":"Acceleration lag or hesitation from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11318310","quote_1_text":"FROM A FULL STOP, VEHICLE LAGS OR LURCHES FROM TAKEOFF WHEN YOU HIT THE ACCELERATOR","quote_2_odi":"11352424","quote_2_text":"FROM A FULL STOP AND FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, MOVE FOOT TO HIT THE GAS PEDAL AND A DELAY OR LAG IS EXPERIENCED ABOUT 50% OR MORE OF THE TIME","quote_3_odi":"11326012","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WENT OUT ON ME WHILE DRIVING ON ROAD. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED TO SLIP WHILE I WAS DOING 15 MPH AND JUST GAVE OUT IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-airbag-malfunction-warning","label":"Spontaneous airbag system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11711782","quote_1_text":"The airbag system, specifically the curtain airbags and related airbag control components, malfunctioned by deploying spontaneously without any collision or impact","quote_2_odi":"11631133","quote_2_text":"This message came and went intermittently whenever I had a passenger in the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11222845","quote_3_text":"\"AIR BAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION, HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED\" NEW VEHICLE 4/14/2019! ONCE WHILE TURNING IN PARKING LOT ON 4/17@151MI, TWO OTHER TIMES 30-35MPH ON 4/25@458MI AND 4/29@551MI ON ODOMETER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-cylinder-head-oil-leak","label":"Cracked cylinder head causing oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11555108","quote_1_text":"Cracked cylinder head causing oil leak. Confirmed by Mazda Dealership","quote_2_odi":"11563232","quote_2_text":"Cylinder head is leaking oil due to known defect by Mazda. The rocker arm rubs the cylinder and causes the wall the thin and oil to leak through","quote_3_odi":"11580786","quote_3_text":"I noticed oil was leaking and my engine was steaming after driving. My mechanic found a crack in a cylinder after watching YouTube and finding out Mazda has this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High- and low-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11482262","quote_1_text":"Dealer service tech stated the high pressure and low pressure fuel pumps failed and needed replaced","quote_2_odi":"11574327","quote_2_text":"Shown engine light on dashboard and Car was struggling to run while pressing the gas, took to the mazda dealership and they told low pressure and high pressure fuel pump needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11498742","quote_3_text":"Faulty Fuel pump by factory","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt fails to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756042","quote_1_text":"Driver’s side seat belt would not retract","quote_2_odi":"11662114","quote_2_text":"The seat belt stopped retracting and no longer works, it was reported directly to the Mazda agency, but the warranty was not valid","quote_3_odi":"11650943","quote_3_text":"For the seat belt it does not retract back and there was no issue before. It suddenly stopped working and all of the seatbelt is out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-stall-network-malfunction","label":"Loss of motive power with network malfunction alert","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11528488","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power with the vehicle network malfunction, vehicle inspection”, the check engine warning light and all the safety features were disabled, and the windshield wipers turned on independently","quote_2_odi":"11500760","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled","quote_3_odi":"11446574","quote_3_text":"Car suddenly stalled and failed to accelerate while driving with accelerator fully depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-unintended-automatic-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11291422","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE MAY UNEXPECTEDLY STOP WHILE DRIVING DUE TO INADVERTENT ACTIVATION OF THE SMART BRAKING SYSTEM (SBS) AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11383002","quote_2_text":"WITHOUT CAUSE: THE VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY DETECT THE PRESENCE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND/OR SENSE AN IMMINENT COLLISION AND SUBSEQUENTLY APPLIES THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM, CAUSING THE VEHICLE SPEED TO SUDDENLY DECREASE","quote_3_odi":"11278559","quote_3_text":"CAR ALSO GAVE A CAMERA MALFUNCTION WARNING APPROXIMATELY 1 MINUTE BEFORE SLAMMING ON BRAKES UNEXPECTEDLY AT 35-40MPH AND CAUSING INJURY TO DRIVER;INCIDENT OCCURRED AT CLEAR NIGHT WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11300179","quote_1_text":"MY MAZDA 3 WINDSHIELD IS PRONE TO CHIPPING AND CRACKING AT THE SLIGHTEST IMPACT. TODAY, WITHOUT ANY OBVIOUS IMPACT WHILE DRIVING, A NEW 05MM CRACK DEVELOPED","quote_2_odi":"11320706","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, A DIME SIZED ROCK STRUCK THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD, LEAVING A MINOR CHIP ON THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11390068","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IN MOTION AT 65 MPH. VERY SMALL ROCK CHIP BREAKS GLASS FROM LEFT TO RIGHT CALLING FOR COMPLETE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2020-front-sensor-camera-malfunction","label":"Forward sensing camera and radar sensor malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11421125","quote_1_text":"The front radar sensor failed and doesn't work anymore rendering the FCW and ACC useless. There is a TSB out about water damage getting into the sensor. There are 2 warning lights on. They first appeared when I turned on my car one day.","quote_2_odi":"11594653","quote_2_text":"Google search shows Mazda has common problem with their front sensing camera, people are reporting the issue for different Mazda models across the board for the last few years including newer models as well. My car display shows few malfunction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2020-lane-keep-steering","label":"Lane departure and steering assist intervention","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11526570","quote_1_text":"Lane departure warning activated and attempted to correct during a gentle curve. The location had shifted lanes due to construction, so clear lines were visible but not the actual lane to follow which is a frequent occurrence in New York City. The…","quote_2_odi":"11361790","quote_2_text":"MY NEW 2020 MAZDA 3 PREMIUM WITH 1,177 MILES SUDDENLY TOOK COMPLETE CONTROL OF STEERING MY CAR. DRIVING 65-70 MPH ON A 3 LANE STRAIGHT HIGHWAY ON A CLEAR DAY, WITH LIGHT TRAFFIC, I MOVED ONE LANE TO MY LEFT, AND THE CAR TOOK OVER THE STEERING,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2020-rear-suspension-springs","label":"Rear suspension spring and corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700190","quote_1_text":"I pulled into the driveway (at about 5 mph) of my passenger's home, when a very loud, metallic pop occurred somewhere inside my vehicle. I could not discern the problem by visually inspecting the car. Upon returning to my home, I arranged for the…","quote_2_odi":"11699700","quote_2_text":"TSB 02-003/24 Car front suspension bolts corroded and making metal on metal sounds during turning and braking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2020-unintended-automatic-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11546515","quote_1_text":"While driving on a residential street the automatic emergency braking system activated and brought the car to a very abrupt stop but there was nothing in the front of the car to activate the system. There were no cars in the on-coming lane and no…","quote_2_odi":"11432358","quote_2_text":"I was on the Queensboro Bridge headed from Queens, NY into Manhattan on the afternoon of August 29. Weather was partly cloudy and dry conditions. Traffic was bumper to bumper and moving anywhere from 0mph to maybe 5mph. I was in the middle of the…","quote_3_odi":"11402806","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE STRAIGHT AHEAD ON A TWO-WAY CITY STREET WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OR ON MY SIDES. I WAS TRAVELING AT A SPEED OF 40 MPH. THE TWO-WAY STREET IS SEPARATED BY A CONCRETE DIVIDER AND TROLLY TRACKS. A \"BRAKE!\" ALERT APPEARED…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-airbag-malfunction-warning","label":"Airbag system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11460158","quote_1_text":"My car started to show a warning on the dashboard that the airbag system is malfunctioning. The alarm would come on for a few seconds, then turn off, then repeat like that multiple times every drive. At the time it started, my car had less than 500 miles on it, and it continued…","quote_2_odi":"11444268","quote_2_text":"Instrument panel display shows a warrning message: Air Bag System Malfunction. Have the Vehicle inspected.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11613907","quote_1_text":"At red light, close behind car in front of the mazda. After light turns green, start driving the mazda after car in front moves forward. Although the car in front is moving forward at a higher rate of speed, increasing the distance between it and the mazda…","quote_2_odi":"11407653","quote_2_text":"2021 MAZDA 3. CONSUMER WRITES REGARDING FAILED SBS SYSTEM. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SMART BRAKE SYSTEM SLAMS ON THE BRAKES UNNECESSARILY, WHILE DRIVING. THE CONSUMER WAS ADVISED BY THE DEALER THAT FEATURE COULD NOT BE DISABLED. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11472002","quote_1_text":"My Mazda 3 2.5T has been burning oil in excess. The car has a total of 24,000 miles and has been serviced 3 times. I have had to add oil in between every service. The oil has been completely burned off by 4,000-5,000 miles. I have noticed that other people have been posting…","quote_2_odi":"11485224","quote_2_text":"After roughly 2,000 miles of driving, the low oil light comes on. The engine is burning oil. Mazda has issued a TSB on it, but they have taken no action to fix the issue. Right now they just top off the oil.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential housing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11713224","quote_1_text":"My rear differential case cracked, anytime the four wheel drive system was engaged the entire drivetrain would lock up. Luckily we were only on side roads so going less than 30 mph if we had been on the highway when this happened we could have been in an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11663288","quote_2_text":"I was driving when all the sudden there was a loud bang sound. The differential housing cracked. The when awd is demanded the rear diff was was locking up instead of engaging. Luckily we were just on city streets and not on the highway as this rear wheel locking up could cause…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11460348","quote_1_text":"A have a new 2021 Mazda 3 Hatchback with 3,500 miles. As I was driving and approaching a traffic light to stop, my car shut down completely while in traffic. I turned on my hazard lights, put the car in the park position, and restarted the vehicle. As I proceed with driving…","quote_2_odi":"11626518","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Mazda 3 was bought used in August 2023 and is about a year old in my possession. it has been at the Mazda dealership for repairs multiple times since August 2023. it dangerously stalls and hesitates when trying to accelerate from a stop position. When the brake pedal…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-steering-intervention","label":"Steering intervention without driver input","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11644042","quote_1_text":"When this feature is left on in my vehicle, it will detect curves, vehicles, and objects that are not there, and as a result, will attempt to turn my steering wheel (safety concern). I have had to keep this feature turned off to prevent it wrecking the car…","quote_2_odi":"11448467","quote_2_text":"Context: ADAS was not on. Lane keep assist is disabled in system settings entirely as it is dangerous. Blinkers were on, I was pulling out from parallel parking into left turn lane onto a straight road with slight incline. Car is of the Turbo trim on stock tires. Upon finishing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2021-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11403223","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 MAZDA MAZDA3. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL AT A PARKING LOT, WHEN IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE AND FILED A REPORT. THE POLICE WAS AT THE LOCATION BUT DID NOT FILE A REPORT…","quote_2_odi":"11431973","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mazda Mazda3. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the passenger front side tire was flat which caused the contact to veer to the shoulder. The contact towed the vehicle to the dealer where the tire was inspected…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-airbag-malfunction-warning","label":"Airbag system malfunction warnings and non-deployment risk","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11470333","quote_1_text":"When adjusting the driver seat, the vehicle began to display \"Air Bag System Malfunction. Have the vehicle inspected.\" This was with roughly 20 total miles on the odometer. It is a new car - Mazda3 Turbo Sedan 2022. After researching online, this is a very common problem with…","quote_2_odi":"11461918","quote_2_text":"Purchased vehicle new at dealership April 15th 2022 w/ 17 miles on the odometer. After 500 miles on the odometer, began receiving multiple daily warnings through the MyMazda app indicating airbag/seat belt pretensioner malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11468648","quote_3_text":"I have taken my vehicle to my Mazda dealership a total of 7 times for this same issue “Air bag/seatbelt pre tensioner” and yet to have my car fixed.  Every time I take my car into the dealership service they claim the issue has been fixed and it has not been till this day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start after short periods of inactivity","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11693896","quote_1_text":"Car doesn't start if sitting more than 4 days untouched. When i went to the dealer, they informed me they know about the issue but nothing can be done about it. They even told me what the issue was, there's something in the car (they don't know what) that draws a lot of power…","quote_2_odi":"11555198","quote_2_text":"Purchased the car new in April 2022. They have replaced the battery twice in the last year. They now tell me that there are no replacement batteries made for my vehicle and have acknowledged a problem with the battery made by Johnson control","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-cmu-display-failure","label":"CMU infotainment display failure and backup camera inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756362","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's Connectivity Master Unit (CMU) / infotainment system has experienced a complete, permanent internal electronic failure, logged by Diagnostic Trouble Code DTC U3000:49 (Control Module Internal Electronic Failure). The main display screen is completely dark at all…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-engine-oil-consumption-coolant","label":"Engine oil consumption and coolant control valve issues","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11511602","quote_1_text":"on 03/03/2023 the car displayed a vehicle issue message stating low oil level. I checked the oil level dipstick and it was in fact below the minimum line. I added 1 quart of oil as advised by owner's manual. On 3/13/2023, I had an appointment with the dealership for inspection…","quote_2_odi":"11577126","quote_2_text":"The coolant control valve stays open","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-forward-collision-unexpected-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance system unexpected activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11608484","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated unexpectedly. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The contact slammed on the brake pedal and bumped his head","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-powertrain-awd-transfer","label":"Powertrain and AWD transfer unit failure at low mileage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516740","quote_1_text":"with less than 7000 miles on a new Mazda3, the transfer and transfer housing went out. This meant the all wheel drive did not operate properly, which could have caused an accident in the right conditions. This was covered by warranty, as well as a shock, strut, and numerous…","quote_2_odi":"11521951","quote_2_text":"Humming or wining noise coming from back of vehicle when driving in highways around 75 mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda3","model_slug":"mazda3","cluster_id":"mazda3-2022-tcu-network-malfunction","label":"Transmission control unit and internal network communication faults","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11706801","quote_1_text":"Transmission control unit (TCU) failure with error code P061B in 2022 Mazda 3. Problem began approximately 6 months after purchase (February 2023, mileage 8181). Despite five repair attempts by Russell & Smith Mazda Houston (August 8, 2023; January 22, 2025; April 8…","quote_2_odi":"11703034","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Mazda 3 is experiencing an ‘in-network malfunction’ related to the vehicle’s internal communication system. Multiple technicians have told me this is an internal vehicle network/communication fault, not caused by wear or damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mazda/mazda3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11229519","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES ON DASHBOARD WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10873891","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA MAZDA5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AS THE ENGINE WAS IGNITED, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE PASSENGER AIR BAG FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"10435699","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA MAZDA5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THERE WERE NO REPAIRS. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or shuts off while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11567927","quote_1_text":"On several occasions, most of which happened while in motion, my vehicle has stalled out of the blue with no warning. It seems to mostly happen when I’m slowing down or when I’m making a right hand turn and try to accelerate, suddenly there’s no power to the engine. I have to","quote_2_odi":"11446794","quote_2_text":"Random intermittent stalling of the car starting about 100,000 miles. Car suddenly shuts down while driving, most notably while decelerating but sometimes while cruising along. It actually surged and bucked once recently, (Dec 2021 ~ 180,000 miles), while pulling up to a stop","quote_3_odi":"10355642","quote_3_text":"SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN APRIL 2010, I HAVE HAD TO RETURN IT TO THE DEALERSHIP 2 TIMES (JUNE 15-JUNE 19, 2010 AND AUGUST 2 - AUGUST 20, 2010) FOR THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE: A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP. THESE 2 OCCURRENCES HAVE NOW ACCUMULATED TO 24 DAYS IN TOTAL THAT VEHICLE HAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-power-steering-failure","label":"Loss of power steering assist while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11252674","quote_1_text":"JULY 29, 2019 VEHICLE IN MOTION ON EXPRESSWAY. SUDDEN LOSS OFF POWER STEERING WHICH LEFT ME WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO TURN STEERING WHEEL. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 90 SECS POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL. EXITED EXPRESSWAY AND CHECKED POWER STEERING FLUID LEVELS. FLUID LEVELS WERE","quote_2_odi":"11010997","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING WILL RANDOMLY FAIL WHILE MAKING TURNS. DURING THE TURN, ALL WARNING LIGHTS WILL ILLUMINATE, POWER STEERING WILL FAIL. POWER STEERING FAILURE LIGHT WILL REMAIN ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL. WE HAVE AVOID AT LEAST THREE COLLISIONS BY MERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-rear-sliding-door-latch","label":"Rear sliding door freezes shut or opens while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11175161","quote_1_text":"REAR SLIDING DOORS OF MAZDA 5 ARE FREEZING SHUT WHEN PULLING ON HANDLE DOOR OPENS SLIGHTLY AND FRREZES. DOOR THEN CANNOT BE OPENED OR CLOSED AND THEN HAVE TO DRIVE CAR WITH A PARTLY OPENED REAR DOOR. THIS IS HAPPENING ON BOTH REAR DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED DURING THE DAY IN","quote_2_odi":"11058439","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS BELOW FREEZING, THE DOOR DOES NOT LATCH. I BEGAN TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND THE DOOR SLID OPEN WITH MY CHILD IN THE SEAT CLOSEST TO THE DOOR. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS VERY ISSUE ON THE 2006 MAZDA 5","quote_3_odi":"10452456","quote_3_text":"WHEN TRAVELING UP A SLIGHT INCLINE IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AT SLOW SPEED, THE DRIVER SIDE REAR SLIDING DOOR OPENED FULLY WITH NO OPERATOR INTERACTION WITHOUT ANY WARNING. THERE WAS NO ILLUMINATION OF THE DASH DOOR OPEN WARNING PRIOR TO THE INCIDENT. *KB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-rear-suspension-noise","label":"Rear suspension noise and premature tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11071711","quote_1_text":"FRONT SWAY BAR BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED NO LESS THAN 3 TIMES BY THE DEALER UNDER WARRANTY. THE SYMPTOM IS A CLUNKING OR THUMPING NOISE ON ROUGH OR WASHBOARDED ROADS. THE SWAY BAR IS .908 INCHES IN DIAMETER AND THE WALL THICKNESS OF THE BUSHINGS IS APPROXIMATELY .25 INCHES. THEY","quote_2_odi":"10821820","quote_2_text":"MAZDA 5 STARTED MAKING RATTLING NOISES WHENEVER I DRIVE OVER A ROUGH ROAD. I GOOGLED THE PROBLEM AND FOUND OUT IT'S VERY COMMON IN MANY CARS BUILT AFTER 2005 AND THE SOLUTION IS TO REPLACE THE SWAY BAR BUSHING. THIS WILL HAPPEN TO EVERY MAZDA 5 AND SIMILAR I.E MAZDA 3. MAZDA","quote_3_odi":"10489430","quote_3_text":"REAR TIRES (TOYO, SIZE 205-50R17) BECAME NOTICEABLY NOISY, AT SPEEDS OF APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH & ABOVE) DUE TO CUPPING (LOW SPOTS AND HIGH SPOTS) WEAR ON INSIDE EDGE OF TIRES. I TOOK VEHICLE TO MAZDA DEALER WHERE I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS IS CAUSED BY THE HIGH CAMBER ANGLE OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to latch or unlatch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10631540","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL OF THE SEAT BELTS IN THE VEHICLE MALFUNCTIONED. THE BELT BUCKLES FAILED TO PROPERLY UNLATCH. THE BELT HAD TO BE VIOLENTLY PULLED IN ORDER TO EJECT FROM THE BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE","quote_2_odi":"10561671","quote_2_text":"IN THE COLD WEATHER THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT DOES NOT BUCKLE. IT FAILS TO \"CLICK\" INTO PLACE. OFTEN REQUIRES SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. ON 2 OCCASIONS THE BUCKLE WAS HELD IN PLACE AS-IF IT WAS SECURED ONLY TO SNAP OUT OF PLACE AFTER 5-10 MINUTES OF DRIVING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2010-tire-sidewall-valve-failure","label":"Tire sidewall and valve stem failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11517836","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mazda Mazda5. The contact stated that while inflating the driver’s side rear tire, the valve stem fractured and detached. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to tire shop for assistance. The","quote_2_odi":"10690889","quote_2_text":"IN LESS THAN 12 MONTHS, WE HAVE HAD 2 \"CONTINENTAL PURECONTACT WITH ECOPLUS TECHNOLOGY\" TIRES FAIL IN SPECTACULAR FASHION. BOTH TIRES HAD NEARLY RIPPED IN HALF FROM SIDEWALL TO SIDEWALL WHILE DRIVING. 1 OF THE TIRES DID SO AFTER HITTING A POTHOLE, WHILE THE OTHER DID SO WHILE AT","quote_3_odi":"10453870","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA MAZDA5 EQUIPPED WITH TOYO TIRES, SIZE 20/50/R17. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A NOTICEABLE BUBBLE WAS DISCOVERED ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE TIRE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE MANUFACTURER AND THE MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED SENDING THEM THE TIRES FOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal travel to floorboard","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11488741","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mazda MZ5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The","quote_2_odi":"11429103","quote_2_text":"During July of 2021 brake pedal went all the way down with no braking. Pumping the pedal restored braking. After the 3rd incident, had the master cylinder replaced on July 30, 2021 by certified mechanics. Brakes seemed fine, but on Aug 11, 2021 brake pedal went all the way down","quote_3_odi":"11030124","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA 5. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. A LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-fuel-filler-spillage","label":"Fuel spillage from filler during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11478692","quote_1_text":"This vehicle ejects a significant amount of fuel from its fuel filler port during every refueling. The volume of fuel and the distance the gasoline travels in a hazardous environment poses an avoidable risk that can result in a catastrophic event with potential fatalities. In","quote_2_odi":"11421605","quote_2_text":"The Mazda5 has a TSB on the issue, 01-013/15. What I am attempting to find out is why this isn't a recall. When the failure occurs, the fuelling of the vehicle doesn't shut off the nozzle. What happens is fuel comes spraying out of the opening, getting over the ground, the","quote_3_odi":"10820654","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED USED IN 2014 WITH APPROXIMATELY 47,000 MILES. FOR THE ENTIRE TIME OF OWNERSHIP, WHEN FILLING THE FUEL TANK, IF AN AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF NOZZLE FEATURE IS USED, GASOLINE WILL SPILL FROM THE TANK WITHOUT TRIGGERING THE AUTOMATIC SHUTOFF. THIS HAPPENS IRRESPECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-liftgate-strut-recall","label":"Liftgate support strut recall repair","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11060932","quote_1_text":"LIFTGATE STRUTS WHICH ACCORDING TO MAZDA WERE REPLACED PURSUANT TO RECALL FAILED CAUSING LIFTGATE TO FALL RESULTING IN MINOR INJURY TO MY HAND","quote_2_odi":"11067384","quote_2_text":"LIFT GATE SUPPORTS - URGENT SAFETY RECALL RECEIVED- CARDINALE MAZDA PEORIA, AZ, REFUSES TO SCHEDULE REPAIRS-","quote_3_odi":"10992826","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-rotor-warp-vibration","label":"Rotor wear causing brake vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2013-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10469121","quote_1_text":"STARTING A FEW MONTHS AGO, MY STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIED AS I WAS BRAKING. IT WAS INTERMITTENT. IN MAY, THE SHAKING DISAPPEARED BUT A SLIGHT GRINDING SENSATION(NO NOISE) COULD BE FELT WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL. I DIDN'T THINK IS WAS A BRAKE WEAR PROBLEM SINCE THE CAR WAS","quote_2_odi":"10476557","quote_2_text":"I HAD NOTICED MY STEERING WHEEL SHAKING SLIGHTLY WHEN SLOWING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN MY MAZDA5 HAD 13000 MILES. I SERVICED MY CAR AT 18000 MILES FOR AN OUT OF STATE TRIP, AT THIS TIME MY BRAKES WERE AT .08MM AND IN GOOD CONDITION. DURING AND AFTER MY TRIP THE STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10553787","quote_3_text":"2012 MAZDA5. BROUGHT THE CAR TO THE DEALER, TOLD THEM ABOUT THE VIBRATION AND THUMPING NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES / TIRES. THEY SAID THE TIRES BALANCES FINE AND COULD NOT FIND ANY ISSUES. DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, AT 70 MPH. HAD TO HIT THE BRAKES HARD, HAD A TERRIBLE VIBRATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-seat-recline-rear-impact","label":"Front seat recline during rear impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11416664","quote_1_text":"REAR-ENDED WHILE STOPPED BY TRUCK GOING UNDER 20 MPH. OUR HEADS STRUCK HEADRESTS AND DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SEATS INSTANTLY RECLINED BACK ONTO FRONT OF CHILDREN'S CAR SEATS. THEY'RE LEGS WOULD HAVE BEEN CRUSHED AT THE KNEES IF THEY WERE IN THE ACCIDENT. OUR NECKS WERE SORE","quote_2_odi":"10484074","quote_2_text":"WE WERE REAR ENDED AND PUSHED INTO ANOTHER CAR IN FRONT, AND THE FRONT SEATS FAILED AND RECLINED WHEN WE WERE REAR ENDED. AIRBAGS DEPLOYED BUT DID NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH US SINCE WE WERE FORCED TO RECLINE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering wheel resistance and loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11242361","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY STEERING WHEEL GOT REALLY HARDEN ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN. I NEARLY CRASH. I WAS LUCKY I WAS GOING SLOW. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN MORE THAN 1 OCASSION. I WAS DRIVING IN CITY","quote_2_odi":"10926632","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 MAZDA 5. WHILE MAKING A TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 53 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL. THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER THREE TIMES AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10693186","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING TO WORK THIS MORNING. IT MADE A LOUD POP AND THEN I COULD HEAR THE GLASS SHATTERING. IT HAS STAYED IN TACT BUT IS SHATTERED. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10629020","quote_2_text":"AS I HIT HIGHWAY CRUISING SPEED, THE GLASS ON MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. FORTUNATELY I HAD THE SUN SHADE CLOSED. HOWEVER, I WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF NOWHERE WITH NO SHOULDER TO PULL OFF ON. PART OF THE GLASS WAS SUCKED OUT AND BLEW BACK BEHIND ME. THERE WAS NO OTHER TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2012-tire-sidewall-tread-defect","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling and tread cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10575548","quote_1_text":"TIRES: THE 2012 MAZDA 5 GT STANDARD TIRES HAVE DEVELOPED MAJOR SIDE WALL BUBBLE/BLISTERS ON THE TOYO PROXES A18 205/50/R17 ON TWO SEPARATE TIRES WITH ONLY 12,000 MILES. MAZDA AND TOYO REPLACED THE FIRST ONE AND DECLINED TO REPLACE THE SECOND ONE. I REPLACED ALL 4 TIRES FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"10526152","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA, MAZDA5 WITH TOYO PROXES ST II TIRES, LINE SIZE P205/50R17. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED, THE MECHANIC INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE CRACKED INSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR NEW TIRES","quote_3_odi":"10469861","quote_3_text":"CPSC: I1280026A. 2012 MAZDA 5. CONSUMER STATED THAT HIS CAR WOULD HYDROPLANE WHEN HE DROVE IN RAIN, DUE TO THE TYPE OF TIRES ON THE VEHICLE. *LN THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE TIRES NEEDED A BETTER DESIGN TO CHANNEL THE RAIN OUT FROM UNDERNEATH THEM. THE CONSUMER PURCHASED A NEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-engine-surge-low-speed","label":"Engine surge while braking at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11244077","quote_1_text":"I HAVE GONE TO MULTIPLE MECHANICS WITH NO HELP. MY VEHICLE SURGES OR REVS ANY TIME THE AC IS ON TO THE POINT THAT THE VEHICLE LUNGES FORWARD EVEN WHEN MY FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE. THIS OCCURS IN NEUTRAL, DRIVE AND PARK. IT SPECIFICALLY OCCURS WHEN I AM SLOWING DOWN, STOPPING, OR","quote_2_odi":"11229841","quote_2_text":"AFTER REPEATEDLY GOING TO VARIOUS MECHANICS TO GET A DIAGNOSIS THROUGHOUT THE YEARS, THEY WERE ALL UNSUCCESSFUL TO FIND ANY REPORT THROUGH THE VEHICLE'S COMPUTER. HOWEVER, MY CAR'S ENGINE IS CONSTANTLY REVVED UP EVEN WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES AN SLOWING DOWN CAUSING IT TO JERK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-hatch-door-handle-recall","label":"Rear hatch and door handle recall delays","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10985826","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRYING TO OPEN THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR IN THE WINTER THE HANDLE OF THE DOOR BROKE. A PLASTIC CONNECTOR ON THE FORWARD SIDE OF THE HANDLE, INSIDE THE DOOR BROKE OFF. AS I CALLED TO GET A QUOTE ON REPAIR I HEARD THAT THIS HAPPENS ALL THE TIME. ONLY AFTER I GOT A","quote_2_odi":"10981677","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V644000 (STRUCTURE) WAS RECEIVED IN SEPTEMBER OF 2013. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS","quote_3_odi":"11064601","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A CURRENT RECALL ON MY VEHICLE INVOLVING THE REAR HATCH. IT MAY DROP RANDOMLY AND WITH 2 CHILDREN I FIND IT EXTREMELY IRRESPONSIBLE THAT THIS HAS NOT BEEN RESOLVED SINCE 9/2016. I DO NOT KNOW IF THERE IS A CERTAIN AMOUNT OF TIME MANUFACTURERS HAVE TO FIX A RECALL BUT, I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-headrest-forward-tilt","label":"Head restraint forward tilt with no adjustment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10606192","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP ABRUPTLY, THE CONTACT'S SKULL HIT THE TOP OF THE HEAD RESTRAINT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEAD RESTRAINS FAILED TO ADJUST INTO A FORWARD OR BACKWARD MOTION. THE HEAD","quote_2_odi":"10510014","quote_2_text":"MAZDA HEADRESTS TILT TOO FAR FORWARD. WE WERE READY TO BUY A MAZDA5 BUT WHEN MY WIFE GOT BEHIND THE WHEEL IN THE TEST DRIVE THE HEADREST PUSHED HER HEAD FORWARD; CANNOT ADJUST TILT. SHE GOT A HEADACHE AFTER THE TEST DRIVE. THIS IS NOT SAFE. SHOULD SUPPORT FROM BOTTOM OF HEAD AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-parking-brake-rollaway","label":"Parking brake failure and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10914119","quote_1_text":"THE PARKING BRAKE FAILED. MANUAL TRANSMISSION. THE VEHICLE WAS LEFT STATIONARY, PARKED IN A PARKING LOT ON ONLY A VERY SLIGHT INCLINE. THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER WAS PULLED UP AND ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE NOT MOVING AS ALL OCCUPANTS EXITED THE VEHICLE AND WALKED AWAY. UPON RETURNING TO","quote_2_odi":"10661587","quote_2_text":"THE EMERGENCY BRAKES OF MAZDA 5 DO NOT WORK. MY CAR SLID OFF WHILE PARKED AND CRASHED AGAINST A MAILBOX. BOTH CAR AND MAILBOX WERE DAMAGED. MAZDA CLAIMS IT IS NOT RESPONSIBLE AS IT STATES IN ITS MANUAL THAT YOU NEED TO ALWAYS LEAVE THE CAR ON GEAR WHEN YOU PARK EVEN ON A FLAT","quote_3_odi":"10643803","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 5. WHILE PARKED WITH THE EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering warning light and loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10915295","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MAZDA 5. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED. THE CONTACT HAD TO EXERT FORCE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE POWER STEERING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AFTER THE FAILURE OCCURRED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE AND RESUMED NORMAL","quote_2_odi":"10881305","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION: UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE (IN THE PARKING LOT OF MY JOB, TO GO HOME) THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION LIGHT LIT UP IN THE DASHBOARD. I CHECKED THE POWER STEERING FLUID LEVEL TO SEE IF IT WAS LOW - IT WAS NOT. I CHECKED THE FUSES THAT MIGHT BE RELATED TO","quote_3_odi":"11021027","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH THE POWER STEERING LIGHT COMING ON IN MY CAR. THERE WERE TIMES THAT I HAVE HAD MY CAR PARKED OVERNIGHT, GOT UP THE NEXT MORNING TO LEAVE FOR WORK, THE LIGHT WAS STILL ON FROM THE PREVIOUS AFTERNOON. THE LIGHT HAS COME ON WHILE I HAVE DRIVEN ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda5","model_slug":"mazda5","cluster_id":"mazda5-2013-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation from sidewall","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10819470","quote_1_text":"OUR 2013 MAZDA5 MINIVAN HAVE THE TOYO A20 ALL-SEASON RADIAL TIRE. TWO OF THE FOUR TIRES HAVE THE TREAD SEPARATING FROM THE SIDEWALL ALONG THE INSIDE AND OUTSIDE OF THE TIRE. THERE IS ACTUALLY A LINE AROUND THE CIRCUMFERENCE OF THE TIRE. WE HAD TO BE JUST A FEW MILES FROM","quote_2_odi":"11424198","quote_2_text":"The tire blow up and causing lost control and hit curbs and it’s causing accident and it’s damaged front and damaged engine, trans pan , transmission and steering gear and linkage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2010-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":225,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11155649","quote_1_text":"MY MAZDA WAS RECALLED DUE TO AIR BAG INFLATOR THAT COULD EXPLODE RESULTING IN SHARP METAL FRAGMENTS STRIKING THE PASSENGER OR OTHER VEHICLE OCCUPANTS. WHEN I CALLED MY MAZDA DEALER TO GET IT IN TO BE FIXED I WAS TOLD THE PARTS ARE ON BACK ORDER AT MAZDA AND THEY COULD NOT GIVE","quote_2_odi":"10959466","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL REGARDING: MAZDA RECALL #: 9516E NHTSA RECALL #: 16V-356 RECALL DATE MAY 27, 2016 THE STATUS AS OF MARCH 7, 2017, IS THAT A REMEDY TO REPAIR IS NOT AVAILABLE. MAZDA'S RECALL INFORMATION ON ITS WEBSITE STATES, AND I'M PARAPHRASING, THAT WE SHOULD NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2010-dash-melting","label":"Passenger dashboard melting and glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":225,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10776453","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE 2010 MAZDA 6, 2.5L HAS MELTED FROM HIGH TEMPERATURE OF THE SOUTHERN PART OF THE UNITED STATES. THE SURFACE HAS BECOME VERY STICKY AND REFLECTIVE. THE STICKY MATERIAL HAS GOTTEN SMEARED ONTO THE WINDSHIELD AND IS NOT REMOVABLE","quote_2_odi":"10653830","quote_2_text":"MY MAZDA DASHBOARD IS MELTING. IT IS VERY STICKY, SHINY AND I CANNOT THE STAND THE SMELL OF IT. SINCE THE DASHBOARD BECAME SHINY IT REFLECTS LIGHT IN TO MY EYES AND IT KIND OF BLINDS ME SOMETIMES. I CANNOT CLEAN IT OR TOUCH IT","quote_3_odi":"11312073","quote_3_text":"I STARTED NOTICING CRACKS ON THE DASHBOARD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHERE THE AIRBAG DEPLOYS. MY VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN I NOTICED THTHE CRACKS THE FOLLOWING MORNING. I AM CONCERNED THAT THE AIRBAG MIGHT ACCIDENTALLY GO OFF WITH THE SLIGHTEST VIBRATIONS OR CLOSING OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2010-headlight-outage","label":"Low-beam headlight and headlamp assembly outage","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":225,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11161696","quote_1_text":"RIGHT FRONT HEADLAMP REPEATEDLY GOES OUT AND IT'S NEITHER THE BULB NOR THE FUSE! SUBSEQUENTLY STUCK DRIVING HOME WITH HIGH BEAMS (TO SEE WELL ENOUGH TO NAVIGATE SAFELY) BUT FEARFUL THE GLARE CREATES A SAFETY ISSUE FOR OPPOSING TRAFFIC - A TWOFER!","quote_2_odi":"10926587","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF ON THEIR OWN WITH SLIGHT VIBRATION, OR KNOCK THAT CAN BE CAUSED BY EITHER A POTHOLE, BUMP IN THE ROAD, OR SPEED BUMP. I DISCOVERED ON THE INTERNET THAT THIS, IS A SUPER COMMON PROBLEM FOR ALL MAZDA 6 (SECOND GENERATION) OWNERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front and rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":225,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11604971","quote_1_text":"2010 mazda 6 i series sedan the entire rear subframe/cradle is rotted along with all the other parts connected to it, the A arm, bumper stops, control arms, rear sway bar the entire rear under carriage. took it to the shop and they said there have been several complaints about","quote_2_odi":"11209494","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS EXTENSIVE RUST AND CORROSION ON THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V631000 (SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MCDONALD MAZDA (10345 W COLFAX AVE, LAKEWOOD, CO 80215, (720) 449-9900) WHERE THE CROSS","quote_3_odi":"11129349","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE MAZDA TECH STARTED THE JOB, HE DISCOVERED THAT THE ENTIRE FRONT SUB-FRAME THAT HOLDS THE FRONT END SUSPENSION, STEERING COMPONENTS, MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION WAS RUSTED AND ROTTED OUT WITH SEVERAL HOLES AND FLAKING METAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2011-dashboard-melting","label":"Dashboard surface melting and stickiness","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11268205","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD BECAME STICKY AS IF MELTING","quote_2_odi":"11192615","quote_2_text":"MY MAZDA 6 INTERIOR DASH IS MELTING IN 74 DEGREE WEATHER IN VA. THE DASH IS MELTING AND MAKING A STICKY MESS THAT MAY CAUSE A GLARE ON WINDSHIELD WHILE DRIVING. CAR IS STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"10904946","quote_3_text":"MELTED DASHBOARD. I'VE SEEN ON NEWS ABOUT COMPANY HAVING THEM REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2011-headlight-low-beam-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11482799","quote_1_text":"The headlights are increasingly failing. They are so dim that i can not safely drive at night. They burn out easily. I have to replace them about 4 times a year now","quote_2_odi":"10778144","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA 6. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS BECAME INOPERABLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS","quote_3_odi":"10503337","quote_3_text":"I WAS PULLED OVER MY LOCAL POLICE FOR NO HEAD LAMP. THEY LET ME OFF WITH A WARNING. I SEARCHED THE INTERNET THE NEXT DAY AND FOUND THAT THIS PROBLEM IS A KNOWN DEFECT BY MAZDA AND THEY ARE DOING NOTHING ABOUT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2011-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front and rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11730786","quote_1_text":"Front Subframe has corroded and broke. There is a recall on the subframe that was repaired by dealership in 2019, but this repair did not fix the issue since it has now rusted through and broke. The repair was faulty","quote_2_odi":"11172246","quote_2_text":"FRONT SUSPENSION SUBFRAME IS COMPLETELY RUSTED DISABLING THE VEHICLE AND MAKING IT UNSAFE FOR OPERATION. COMPLETE SUBFRAME WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE SEVERITY OF RUST AND CORROSION BEFORE VEHICLE CAN BE OPERATIONAL AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11477574","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mazda MZ6. The contact stated that while her son was driving at approximately 60-65 MPH, the rear subframe had detached, causing the vehicle to spin across four lanes of traffic and then crash into the median wall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2011-sunglass-holder-detachment","label":"Overhead sunglass holder detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10627023","quote_1_text":"SUNGLASS HOLDER KEEPS POPPING OUT BLOCKING THE REARVIEW","quote_2_odi":"10559168","quote_2_text":"SUNGLASS HOLDER ABOVE REAR VIEW MIRROR POPS OUT WHILE DRIVING OBSTRUCTING THE DRIVERS USE OF REAR VIEW MIRROR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10944295","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MAZDA 6. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V356000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10882002","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY SON'S 2011 VEHICLE HAS A TAKATA AIRBAG IN THE PASSENGER SIDE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY CAN NOT REPLACE IT AT THIS TIME AS THERE IS NOT A FORMAL RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10851915","quote_3_text":"TWO CAR COLLISION AT AN INTERSECTION .CITY STREETS. BOTH CARS IN MOTION. AIR BAG DEPLOYED BUT DIDN'T INFLATE. SMOKE FILLED INTERIOR. ATTENDING FIREMAN AT FIRST THOUGHT THE CAR WAS ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11157345","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 MAZDA MAZDA6. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11089542","quote_2_text":"ON APRIL 20 MY SELF AND MY 14 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WAS IN A REALLY BAD ACCIDENT AND NEITHER ONE OF OUR AIRBAG DID!!!! NOT COME OUT AND MY MYSELF ND MY CHILD WAS HURT I WAS RUSH TO THE HOSPITAL AND I'VE BROUGHT MY MY CAR IN DECEMBER OF 2017. AND IT HAPPEN ON CITY STREETS","quote_3_odi":"11120095","quote_3_text":"ON JULY 18, 2018 I WAS IN FRONTAL IMPACT ACCIDENT. WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. I WAS ALONE AND DRIVING I DID NOT HAVE A PHONE IN MY POSSESSION OR IN THE CAR AT THAT TIME. THE VEHICLE THAT HIT ME WAS TRAVELING AT LEAST 40 MILES AN HOUR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-dashboard-melting","label":"Passenger dashboard melting and cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11711883","quote_1_text":"Passenger dash has cracked some and dash is very very sticky..why has this happened..I feel if airbag had to deploy it would not because of this situation","quote_2_odi":"11563908","quote_2_text":"The passenger dash board is melting. It covers the passengers air bag","quote_3_odi":"11290372","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE OF MY MAZDA 6 2012 IS LITERALLY MELTING. THE DASHBOARD IS ALL STICKY AND HAS A GLARE THAT AFFECTS MY ABILITY TO SEE OUT THE WINDOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank odor and leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10577715","quote_1_text":"GAS TANK VENT CLOGS BECAUSE OF SPIDER WEBS AND CAUSES GAS TANK TO LEAK. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10786270","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA 6. AFTER REFUELING THE FUEL TANK, THERE WAS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS AT 3/4 FULL, THE FUEL ODOR WOULD DISSIPATE","quote_3_odi":"10824835","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 MAZDA 6. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11317621","quote_1_text":"MY LOW HEADLIGHT BEAMS CONTINUE TO BURN OUT, ESPECIALLY THE DRIVER SIDE. THEY WERE LAST REPLACED LESS THAN 2 WEEKS AGO AND THE DRIVER SIDE IS OUT AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10967574","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS ONE OR BOTH HEADLIGHTS WOULD JUST GO OUT PRESENTING A VERY DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE. THIS HAS RESULTED IN MULTIPLE HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENTS, 7 TIMES IN 5 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10421109","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA MAZDA6. THE CONTACT STATED THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS DO NOT GIVE SUFFICIENT LIGHT; THEREFORE, THE HIGH BEAM LIGHTS HAD TO BE USED IN ORDER TO SEE THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10695376","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MAZDA 6. WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10825296","quote_2_text":"WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION THE GEAR INDICATOR ON THE DASH I WILL FLASH IN AND OUT. WHEN THE LIGHT GOES OUT THE VEHICLE WILL STALL AND WHEN IT COMES BACK ON THE VEHICLE WILL REV UP CAUSING AN UNSAFE SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11326448","quote_3_text":"IT ALSO MENTIONED THE ELECTRICAL ISSUE CAUSING THE CAR TO SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN WHICH IS THE PROBLEM I AM CURRENTLY HAVING NOW. MY CAR HAS SHUTDOWN A TOTAL OF 4 TIMES, THE LAST TIME BEING ON THE INTERSTATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear and front subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11710529","quote_1_text":"The rear subframe and suspension parts are rusted so bad that the car is not safe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11605371","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the steering wheel began to shake violently, with the low tire pressure warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11603117","quote_3_text":"Front subframe completely rusted out causing loss of steering. I believe this should have been covered by Safety Recall 2818I which addresses the issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11466654","quote_1_text":"Sun/moonroof exploded. My own and others' safety were at risk due to falling broken glass The problem was not confirmed by a dealer yet The vehicle will be inspected from glass company/dealer No warning messages or lights indicated the failure","quote_2_odi":"10914098","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING TODAY","quote_3_odi":"10972137","quote_3_text":"ON SUNDAY, APRIL 9, 2017, WHILE DRIVING IN ARIZONA ON I-10 EASTBOUND NEAR THE CHANDLER EXIT OF WARNER. MY WIFE AND I HEARD A LOUD NOISE LIKE GLASS BREAKING, WE LOOKED AROUND THE CAR TO SEE WHICH PASSENGER WINDOW MAY HAVE BROKEN AND REALIZED NONE HAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2012-takata-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11034798","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I LIVE IN A HIGH HUMIDITY STATE, FLORIDA, WHICH IS A HIGH PRIORITY RECALL. FIRST NOTICE OF AIRBAG RECALL WAS MAY, 2017. STILL WAITING FOR REPLACEMENT AIRBAG. I'M AFRAID TO DRIVE CAR FOR FEAR OF AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT WITH SHRAPNEL AS STATED IN RECALL NOTICE","quote_2_odi":"11005209","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - THE AIRBAG INFLATOR IN MY VEHICLE WAS RECALLED ON 1/9/17. OVER 6 MONTHS LATER, THE PART IS STILL NOT AVAILABLE FOR MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11021183","quote_3_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS RECALL SOLUTION IS STILL UNAVAILABLE FOR THIS ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2013-airbag-recall-issues","label":"Airbag recall repairs and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11230810","quote_1_text":"MANUFACTURERS RECALL NUMBER 1317F. NHTSA RECALL 18V-018 AND MANUFACTURERS RECALL NUMBER 70131. NHTSA RECALL 13V42500. FIRST ONE IS AIR BAG ON PASSENGER SIDE AND THE OTHER IS MAZDA 6 DOOR LATCH MOUNTING SCREWS","quote_2_odi":"11220322","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY WHEN HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHILE GOING 35 MPH ON A BUSY HIGHWAY.*DT*JB","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2013-driver-seat-frame-failure","label":"Driver seat support bracket and lifter link failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11180649","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON US-40 HEAVY BRAKING WAS APPLIED, AND A METAL SUPPORT BRACKET UNDERNEATH THE DRIVERS SEAT CRACKED, AND SUBSEQUENTLY BROKE FROM ITS WELD","quote_2_odi":"11046586","quote_2_text":"LIFTER LINK FOR SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT ON DRIVER SEAT BROKE OFF WHERE IT ATTACHES TO THE ADJUSTER ROD. SEAT ROCKS TO THE SIDE DURING RIGHT HAND TURNS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2013-repeat-headlight-brake-replacement","label":"Repeated headlight bulb and brake pad replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11035702","quote_1_text":"I NAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE BRAKES 15 TIMES STARTING AT 18,896 MILES AND THE LIGHTS 15 TIMES SINCE 20,662 MILES. I HAVE BEEN PULLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT THE LIGHTS, AFTER THEY HAD JUST BEEN REPLACED. I WAS TOLD THAT THE RIGHT AND LEFT HARNESS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10967763","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS HAVE REPEATEDLY BEEN REPLACED 3-2014 LATEST 3-2017 A TOTAL OF 12 TIMES THIS STARTED AT 20,662 MILES, ALSO BRAKES 3-2014 LATEST 2-2017 TOTAL OF 9 TIMES THIS STARTED AT 18,896 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10726555","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT, MARCH 2014 - 20,662 MILES; SEPTEMBER 2014 - 36,107 MILES - OCTOBER 2014 - 36,669; FEBRUARY 2015 - 47,153; MARCH 2015 - 48236 MILES; JUNE 2015 - 60,089; LOW BEAMS IN ALL INCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2013-subframe-crossmember-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and front cross member corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11601441","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the vehicle had been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V631000 (Suspension, Structure) where a coating was sprayed on the passenger side lower control arm and the area was drained","quote_2_odi":"11560838","quote_2_text":"I JUST BAUGHT A 2013 MAZDA6 THE REAR CRADEL AND CROSS MEMBER WAS COMPLETY RUSTED AWAY ONE MOUNT WAS COMPLETY RUSTED OFF .THE SPRINGS WAS ALMOST READY TO FALL OUT THE BOTTEM OF THE SPRING PURCH .IT LOOKED LIKE IT WAS PULLED OUT OF THE OCEAN WHERE IT HAD STAYED FOR YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11404228","quote_3_text":"RELATED TO MAZDA RECALL NUMBER 2818I - FRONT FRAME ROTTING OUT. THEY APPLIED A BANDAID FIX UNDER THE RECALL, TO ONLY 1 SIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND THE PART THEY USED DOES NOT EVEN CONNECT TO THE ACTUAL SUSPENSION PIECES THAT ARE ROTTING OUT OF THE FRAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-fow-cruise-alerts","label":"Forward obstruction warning false alerts","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11337271","quote_1_text":"THE FORWARD OBSTRUCTION WARNING HAS A PROBLEM! *TR","quote_2_odi":"10885499","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, MY CAR ATOMATICALLY SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES AND SLOWED DOWN RAPIDLY. A SHORT TIME LATER, THE FORWARD OBSTRUCTION WARNING INDICATOR CAME ON AND SAID AN INSPECTION WAS NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"10503960","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA MAZDA6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 68 MPH, THE RADAR OPERATED CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATE TO 55 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-park-switch-shutoff","label":"Ignition park-switch failure preventing shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11640547","quote_1_text":"The park position sensor doesn't work. The car doesn't recognize that the car is in park and will not turn off. This is a known issue with the mazda 6 2014 and I do not know why there hasn't been a recall","quote_2_odi":"11021657","quote_2_text":"CAR DOES NOT TURN OFF AFTER PUSHING START/STOP BUTTON. ENGINES TURNS OFF BUT BATTERY, RADIO ETC STAYS ON. GEAR IS ON PARK AND E BRAKE IS UP. READ OTHER FORUMS WHERE MANY OTHER PEOPLE ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11002676","quote_3_text":"IGNITION DOES NOT TURN OFF WHEN PRESSING START/STOP BUTTON ' 2013-2014 MAZDA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-parking-brake-rollaway","label":"Parking brake caliper failure allowing rollaway","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11196857","quote_1_text":"A YEAR AGO I TOOK MY CAR FOR A RECALL THAT HAD TO DO WITH THE HANDBRAKE SOMEHOW RUSTING OUT WHERE IT SITS IN THE REAR BRAKE CALIPERS. THEY INSPECTED THE CALIPERS AND TOLD ME THEY HAD TO ORDER PARTS. I NEVER RECEIVED A CALL","quote_2_odi":"11030044","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 MAZDA 6. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH IN THE RAIN, ANOTHER VEHICLE ATTEMPTED TO PASS THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE OTHER VEHICLE, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND","quote_3_odi":"10957665","quote_3_text":"I HAD MY CAR PARKED ON A HILL, IT IS A MANUAL AND I LEFT IT RUNNING & HAD THE GEAR IN A NEUTRAL POSITION WITH THE EMERGENCY BREAK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11307788","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL LOCKS WHEN REVERSING TO THE RIGHT OR WHILE DRIVING ON A BUMPY CITY ROAD. IT HAPPENS WHILE GOING 45MPH. ATLANTA, GA","quote_2_odi":"10672944","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA MAZDA6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN 10 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AS THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A CURB AND A LIGHT POST","quote_3_odi":"10578487","quote_3_text":"WHILE TURNING CORNER STEERING UNIT LOCKED AND POWER STEERING FAILURE AND SCBS FAILURE LIGHTS. ALMOST HIT A TREE BEFORE I REGAINED CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619928","quote_1_text":"The car had a (SUA) Sudden Unintended Acceleration malfunction. No, the car was totaled and towed away","quote_2_odi":"11000638","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA 6. WHILE PULLING INTO THE PARKING SPOT AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE ENGINE CONTINUED TO REV AS IF ATTEMPTING TO CONTINUE ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"10662946","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE HAS A PROBLEM WITH SUDDEN ACCELERATION WHEN TRAVELING AT VERY SLOW SPEED OR IDLING. ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS THE VEHICLE WILL ACCELERATE WHILE YOU ARE IDLING AND OR HAVE FOOT ON BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2014-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10547925","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MAZDA, MAZADA6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, THE FRONT GLASS WINDSHIELD BECAME SHATTERED UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_2_odi":"10608749","quote_2_text":"WENT TO WORK LIKE ANY OTHER DAY, WHEN I RETURNED TO MY CAR I NOTICED A 1FT+ LONG CRACK ON THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"10605801","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING NORMAL TO WORK, NO SPEEDING, NO HEAVY TRAFFIC, TRAFFIC IS NORMAL, THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME WAS 3 CAR-SPACE AHEAD OF ME, BUT ALL THE SUDDEN I SAW MY FRONT WIND SHIELD CRACKED, IT STARTED SMALL, AND THEN AS I KEPT DRIVING, THE CRACK GROWS LONGER & LONGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-airbag-malfunction-recall","label":"Airbag warning, deployment failure, and Takata recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11611049","quote_1_text":"Hi, car was involved in a small fender bender. Airbags were NOT deployed. However, an error code 19 (B0001) came on the dash related to driver side sensor. If not fixed, airbags will not deploy in case of accident and that puts me and my family in danger. Dealer won't service","quote_2_odi":"10991087","quote_2_text":"WHEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION IN AN INTERSECTION, THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED INCORRECTLY. IT POPPED OUT OF THE STEERING WHEEL BUT FAILED TO INFLATE. NOT ONLY DID THIS NOT PROTECT ME FROM WHIPLASH BUT IT ALSO BURNED A HOLE IN MY DRESS AND CAUSED 1ST AND 2ND DEGREE BURNS ON MY UPPER INNER","quote_3_odi":"10736166","quote_3_text":"WAITED MONTHS FOR DEALER TO REPAIR RECALLED AIR BAG INFLATOR. HAVE NOT BEEN CONTACTED. CAR MAY HAVE BEEN DRIVEN IN HIGH HUMID AREAS AS IT WAS ORIGINALLY A RENTAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-fuel-tank-leak-full","label":"Fuel tank leak when filled beyond three-quarters","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11641324","quote_1_text":"Fuel started leaking after 90,000 miles when tank is over 3/4 full","quote_2_odi":"11630400","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that after refueling, the odor of fuel was present inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that there was fuel leaking underneath the rear driver's side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure","quote_3_odi":"11051374","quote_3_text":"I'VE OWNED THIS CAR FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS. I USUALLY BUY GAS BY THE DOLLAR AMOUNT, BUT DID A COMPLETE COMPLETE FILL UP FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH THIS VEHICLE. AFTER DRIVING AWAY THEN PARKING AT HOME, I NOTICED A HEAVY GASOLINE SMELL AND CHECKED UNDERNEATH THE CAR. THERE WAS A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-parking-brake-recall-corrosion","label":"Rusted parking brake caliper actuator under recall 1217F","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11042607","quote_1_text":"HAND OPERATED PARKING BRAKE SAFETY RECALL. I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM MAZDA STATING THAT THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE BRAKE CALIPER OF MAZDA6 VEHICLES PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 25, 2012 THROUGH DECEMBER 1, 2014. MY VEHICLE FALLS INTO THIS RECALL CATEGORY. I RECEIVED THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11073920","quote_2_text":"MECHANICAL TYPE PARKING BRAKE, WATER MAY ENTER THE BRAKE CALIPER PROTECTIVE BOOT DUE TO INAPPROPRIATE SEALING PERFORMANCE OF THE REAR BRAKE CALIPER. THE ACTUATOR SHAFT MAY RUST.WHICH MAY STICK RESULT IN THE REAR BRAKES DRAGGING WHILE DRIVING AND ALSO A DECREASED PARKING BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11549811","quote_3_text":"Emergency brake Calipers not working. Same problem as previous years recall. Calipers stuck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-tire-wheel-blowout","label":"Tire or wheel separation while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11504511","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6 equipped with Firestone Tires, Tire Line: Firehawk Indy 500, Tire Size: 225/45/R19, DOT Number: EJE8CFJ3819. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the front passenger’s side tire experienced a blowout. The contact stated that after pulling","quote_2_odi":"10750396","quote_2_text":"COMING HOME FROM VACATION ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY LARGE EXPLOSION. THE RIM BLEW OUT AND THE TIRE WITH IT. THERE WAS NO ROAD HAZARD THAT WE HIT. THE HOLE IN THE RIM IS APPROX. 3-4\" AND 6-8\" SPLIT IN THE RIM","quote_3_odi":"10735629","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM THE SHORE TODAY GOING 70MPH I HEARD A POPPING SOUND AND WITHIN 15 SECOND MY 2015 MAZDA 6 13,000 MILES WAS OUT OF CONTROL I BARLEY MADE IT CROSSING FOUR LANES OF TRAFFICS TO GET ONTO THE SHOULDER. ONCE I EXITED THE CAR I NOTICED THE LEFT REAR TIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-transmission-malfunction","label":"Transmission disengagement or gear lockup while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10863682","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FAILURE OCCURRED AS FOLLOWS: TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH IN CITY TRAFFIC (TAYLOR STREET, COLUMBIA SC). CAR LOST POWER AS IF THE TRANSMISSION WAS IN NEUTRAL. WARNING DISPLAYED ON DASH \"ATS FAILURE.\" I POWERED OFF THE ENGINE AND RE-STARTED","quote_2_odi":"10928244","quote_2_text":"ON NOV 27 16 THE FOLLOWING SAFETY ISSUE OCCURRED TO MY AUTO. WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 20-25 MPH IN SLOW TRAFFIC MY VEHICLE THREW ITSELF OUT OF GEAR, THE ENGINE RACED, AFTER A COUPLE OF SECONDS IT VIOLENTLY WENT BACK IN GEAR. PRIOR TO THIS HAPPENING THE TRANSMISSION HAD LOCKED UP","quote_3_odi":"10955354","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR HAS HAD MANY RANDOM COMPUTER PROBLEMS STARTING WITH TRANSMISSION LOCKING IN LOW GEAR UNTIL YOU STOP THE CAR AND RESTART. CAR SHUTS OFF DISPLAYING AUTOMATIC STOP BREAK GOT VERY HARD AND STEERING VERY HARD. MY DAUGHTER HAD AN ACCIDENT LAST WEEK 2/2/17 DUE TO VEHICLE LOSS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-underbody-corrosion","label":"Underbody and suspension sub-frame corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11457882","quote_1_text":"Premature sub-frame corrosion front and rear due to road salt and poor part finishing affecting most underbody components. All exposed stamped structural sub-frame components rusting at weld locations. Critical parts with severe rust and imminent failure: Lower Rear Control Arms","quote_2_odi":"11656508","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud clicking sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear of the vehicle was bouncing, and the clicking sound was extremely loud. The","quote_3_odi":"11658432","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud clanking sound coming from the rear end on the passenger's side. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the rear end of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2015-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10651532","quote_1_text":"AFTER MY FIRST TRIP ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE 2015 MAZDA6, IT GOT THREE CHIPS/CRACKS IN THE WINDSHIELD. THIS IS NOT FROM A SIZABLE STONE, BUT TINY PEBBLES THAT IN OTHER CARS WOULD NOT HAVE BEEN AFFECTED. AFTER OWNING MANY CARS OVER THE YEARS, I HAVE NEVER WITNESSED ONE TO BE SO","quote_2_odi":"10676721","quote_2_text":"WE WERE ON A HIGHWAY ACCESS ROAD, SLOWING FOR A TURN ONTO AN OVERPASS. A PIECE OF GRAVEL FROM A GRAVEL TRUCK HIT THE WINDSHIELD. WE WERE NOT FOLLOWING CLOSELY. WE DID NOT SEE THE GRAVEL. WITHIN SECONDS OF THE GRAVEL IMPACT, AND AS WE SLOWED AND TURNED ONTO THE OVERPASS, THE","quote_3_odi":"11130872","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS HAD 3 WINDSHIELD REPLACEMENTS IN JUST THREE YEARS OF USE AND OWNERSHIP. THE WINDSHIELD DESIGN SEEMS TO BE EXTREMELY FRAGILE AND INDUCES SAFETY RELATED SENSOR FUNCTION ANOMALIES. MY GRAND TOURING MODEL IS ALSO EQUIPPED WITH A BOSE SPEAKER SYSTEM WHICH CAUSES POPPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-airbag-sensor-warning","label":"Occupant classification sensor false airbag alert","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11120936","quote_1_text":"MAZDA CORPORATION NOTIFIED ME OF AIRBAG/SEAT BELT SENSOR DEFECT.I TOOK THE CAR TO SHORELINE MAZDA, AURORA, CO TO REMEDY THE PROBLEM. THE SHORELINE MAZDA SERVICE DEPARTMENT HAS NOT REMEDIED THE PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11648241","quote_2_text":"My passenger air bag doesn’t turn on when passenger is in vehicle, sensor for air bag turns on and off as if it can’t determine if a person is on the seat. My dashboard has the SRS OCS light on","quote_3_odi":"11676202","quote_3_text":"My seat doesn’t detect if passanger is in seat so my air bag engine light goes on and off it was recalled and mazda supposedly cleared the issue but seems like they didnt fix it the recall properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment display reboot loop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11279819","quote_1_text":"THIS MAZDA 6 MODEL IS EQUIPPED WITH A VIDEO DISPLAY SCREEN MOUNTED ON THE DASHBOARD THAT OPERATES THE RADIO, COMMUNICATION, AND MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE VIEW PROJECTED BY THE REAR VIEW CAMERA","quote_2_odi":"11352930","quote_2_text":"MY INFOTAINMENT UNIT IS IN A CONSTANT REBOOT. I CANNOT ACCESS MY CAR SETTINGS OR RADIO OR BLUETOOTH, AND THE REAR VIEW CAMERA IS NOT WORKING EVERY TIME. IT WAS FINE AND THEN IT WASNT","quote_3_odi":"11431247","quote_3_text":"The vehicle infotainment system in this 2016 Mazda 6 no longer works and has what is called a rolling reboot. This seems a common problem with Mazda's based on a service alert SA-011/20 as well as a TSB 09-020/18","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Electronic parking brake activates or won't release","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11055928","quote_1_text":"TWICE NOW THE ELECTRONIC EMERGENCY BREAK SEEMS TO HAVE DISENGAGED RANDOMLY MINUTES AFTER I WALKED AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11063673","quote_2_text":"2016 MAZDA 6 WOULD JUST RANDOMLY ENRAGED E-BRAKE WITHOUT YOU ENGAGING IT AND WOULD NOT RELEASE, PARKING BRAKE AND BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON. MAZDA SAID CONTROL MODULE WAS MALFUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11494079","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into drive(D) or reverse(R), the vehicle failed to move. The electronic parking brake warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-seat-track-instability","label":"Front seat track looseness or instability","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11510423","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that the driver’s seat was previously moved backward; however, when her daughter attempted to move the seat forward to drive the vehicle, the seat remained stuck in the rearward position","quote_2_odi":"11665545","quote_2_text":"Driver seat is unstable and has been since I purchased the vehicle. I never got it looked at because I can't afford repairs. There was a recall for the passenger seat and I believe it would be for the driver seat as well given the driver seat stability is crucial","quote_3_odi":"11673547","quote_3_text":"1) UNKNOWN. My guess: The front seats or guard rails. 2) Very seat when braking, and coming to and from a stop. Poses as a safety risk. 3) Yes, no remedy/solution was yielded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10809030","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF IN MY CAR EXPLODED AND PARTIALLY SHATTERED WHILE PARKED IN MY WORK'S PARKING LOT. GLASS WAS ALL OVER THE EXTERIOR AND INTERIOR OF THE CAR. WHAT GLASS WAS LEFT HAD CRACKED COMPLETELY AND WAS UNSTABLE","quote_2_odi":"10883742","quote_2_text":"AT 60 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE, THE SUNROOF SHATTERED LOUDLY, WITH BROKEN GLASS PUSHED UPWARD. THE SUNROOF WAS OPEN IN THE VENT POSITION. NO EVIDENCE OF OUTSIDE FORCE, SUCH AS A ROCK, CAUSING THE DAMAGE. ONLY 600 MILES ON THE NEW CAR","quote_3_odi":"11594101","quote_3_text":"Moonroof explosion Moonroof had spontaneous explosion while driving on highway. No objects were seen flying towards front of car prior to explosion. Driver and 1 passenger in front seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10811562","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2016 MAZDA 6 GT WITH STOCK 19\" DUNLOP TIRES. I BOUGHT THE CAR WITH AROUND 80 MILES & AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT WAS AROUND 6800 MILES. I WAS TRAVELING TO WORK GOING AROUND 72 MPH & THE LEFT REAR TIRE BLEWOUT CAUSING AN ACCIDENT ON THE INTERSTATE","quote_2_odi":"10992041","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON 4/16/2017 AND GOING THROUGH A TOLL BOOTH ON THE PA TURNPIKE THE CAR SUDDENLY PULLED TO ONE SIDE AND THE AIR ALERT WENT OFF. I PULLED OVER IMMEDIATELY AND FOUND THE FRONT LEFT TIRE WAS FLAT","quote_3_odi":"11628289","quote_3_text":"I bought the Bridgestone tires in Sept 2023 from Walmart. On Nov 23, 2024, I went to Walmart auto center to have 4 Bridgestone tires rotated and balanced. The tech discovered severe bead separation in 3 of 4 tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2016-transmission-hesitation","label":"Automatic transmission hesitation and early failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10851718","quote_1_text":"MY BRAND NEW MAZDA 6 WITH ONLY 6000 MILES TRANSMISSION QUIT ON 3/21/16. THE CARS GEARS WOULDN'T ENGAGE UNTIL THE RPMS WOULD HIT 3000 AND THEN THE CAR WOULD LURCH FORWARD. THE DEALER HAS ORDERED A NEW TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10854596","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT MY MAZDA 6 NEW ON 10/04/15 WITH 40 MILES. ON 3/26/16 AT 3245 MILES THE TRANSMISSION FAILED, VERY SIMILARLY TO ANOTHER COMPLAINT LISTED ON THIS SITE THAT STATED THAT THERE WERE HUNDREDS IF NOT MORE TRANSMISSIONS FAILURES OF THIS MODEL AT VERY LOW MILES","quote_3_odi":"10914911","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 2016 MAZDA 6 FROM THE DEALER AS A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLE WITH ONLY 1,800 MILES ON IT. I HAD THE VEHICLE FOR ONLY A WEEK WHEN I STARTED TO RUN INTO ISSUE. THE RESULT WAS A NEW TRANSMISSION FOR MY CAR AT ONLY ~2,700 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2017-backup-camera-failure","label":"Back-up camera display failure during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11540528","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention screen display was disoriented and had changed the settings. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a factory reset; however, the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11203338","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MAZDA 6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK-UP CAMERA SCREEN WAS BLANK WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11112253","quote_3_text":"BACK-UP CAMERA FROZE PROVIDING A FALSE PICTURE ON CABIN SCREEN, WHICH CAUSED A COLLISION. CAR WAS IN REVERSE BACKING UP. CABIN PICTURE SHOWED OBJECT OUTSIDE OF WARNING RANGE. SEE ATTACHED PICTURE. IF A CHILD WAS BEHIND THE CAR THEY WOULD HAVE BEEN HIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2017-brake-component-wear","label":"Premature brake component wear and corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11668599","quote_1_text":"The part was purchased via Rock auto and installed at home DIY. The vehicle failed to return form \"maintenance\" mode for the rear parking brake","quote_2_odi":"11308471","quote_2_text":"ALL ROTORS, PADS AND CALIPERS NEED TO BE CHANGED AFTER ONLY 15,000 MILES ON THIS NEW VEHICLE. THE BRAKE SYSTEM IS UNRELIABLE ON THE HIGHWAY AND AT RISK OF LOCKING UP DUE TO RUSTING OF ALL COMPONENTS","quote_3_odi":"11444516","quote_3_text":"System failure: front and rear hydraulic brakes. Yes, the safety of the driver and passenger were put at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2017-infotainment-ghost-touch","label":"Infotainment touchscreen ghost touch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11718687","quote_1_text":"Ghost touch concern on infotainment touchscreen, similar/same as SSPB6 which was issued for earlier Mazda3 models and extended to other Mazda models","quote_2_odi":"11554042","quote_2_text":"Mazda 6's from 2017 have a known, reported defect that causes the touch screen to \"ghost touch\" and randomly enter into the car's menus and change settings, dial phone numbers, delete entries, etc","quote_3_odi":"11417445","quote_3_text":"My Mazda 6 control screen, that displays and is used to control entertainment, car settings (lights, brakes, warnings, etc.), GPS, and various safety and control applications failed and was unusable. My car, like so many reported on social media, was just out of warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2017-powertrain-stall-lockup","label":"Powertrain stall and transmission lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729881","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11390759","quote_2_text":"SITUATION: CVT TRAMSMISSION RUNNING SMOOTHLY WHEN CAR WAS FIRST BOUGHT. I AM 3 WEEKS INTO OWNING THE VEHICLE AND THE TRANSMISSION SEEMS TO BE GOING OUT. I HAD A DIAGNOSTIC TEXT RUN AND THERE ARE ZERO COMPUTER ERRORS. ISSUES: HIGH REVS AND JERKING OF VEHICLE WHEN GASSED","quote_3_odi":"11103842","quote_3_text":"ON THE NIGHT OF 6/22/2018 I WAS TRAVELING BACK TO MISSOURI FROM FLORIDA GOING ABOUT 60-65 MPH ON A INTERCHANGE FROM I-75 TO I-24 WHEN MY CAR LOCKED UP COMPLETELY, IT SENT ME INTO A SPIN THAT I OVER CORRECTED AND THREW THE CAR INTO NEUTRAL AND HAD TO CORRECT MY STEERING FROM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11651544","quote_1_text":"My sunroof exploded while I was driving on the 405 S freeway. It can be inspected at any time as I haven’t had it repaired or inspected by anyone yet. It happened while I was driving at least 65 mph in the fast lane. It sounded like a gunshot and startled me greatly","quote_2_odi":"11306931","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2017 MAZDA 6 TODAY, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WAS NOTHING THAT STRUCK THE SUNROOF, I HAD NOT TRAVELED UNDER AN OVERPASS AND THERE WASN'T A DRAMATIC TEMPERATURE CHANGE","quote_3_odi":"10978832","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT AT ~40MPH ON A PAVED ROAD AT ABOUT 830PM, NO OTHER CARS IN FRONT OF MY, WHEN I HEARD A NOISE LIKE A CANNON GOING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-belt-tensioner-failure","label":"Belt tensioner premature failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11519167","quote_1_text":"Mazda is producing and installing bad belt tensioner sand bad belts for new cars belt tensioner only lasts about 27,500 miles and belt only lasts 11 month/14,000 miles belt tensioner is a major safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11423596","quote_2_text":"I took my car in for scheduled maintenance and the technicians at the Mazda dealer found out the tensioner and belt needed to be replaced, when the car is less than 36k in miles. Vehicles being repaired under warranty but a tensioner should not be going out this early in the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-brake-caliper-failure","label":"Premature brake caliper or rotor failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11663276","quote_1_text":"Premature caliper failure on front and rear. Ruined rotors at 40k miles, confirmed caliper failure by two service shops. Grinding/squeaking sounds intermittently been happening for since 30,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11646848","quote_2_text":"I am having my brake pads changed at a local mechanic and when changing the pads, the mechanic was unable to change them because the rotors and calipers were rusted and the brake pistons stuck. The previous recall only considered Mazda 6 up to 2013 but my 2018 has had the same…","quote_3_odi":"11582244","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] I purchased a Mazda 6 at Ocean Mazda in Miami, Florida. The car has 18,700 miles. The reason why the car has only 18K miles it's because out of the 4 years we have owned it, it was not used as much as a result of the COVID pandemic and my daughter attending online…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-cylinder-head-crack","label":"Cracked cylinder head with coolant or oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11734993","quote_1_text":"Crack in Cylinder Head of engine. Mazda has been sued about this and have issued recalls on turbo engines, but not on non turbo ones though its the same systemic design issue with these engines. Wants me to pay 5-7k out of pocket.","quote_2_odi":"11709431","quote_2_text":"I recently discovered a significant oil leak near the exhaust manifold of my 2018 Mazda 6 (2.5L NA), which has resulted in visible smoke and a burning oil odor. Upon taking the vehicle to the nearest Mazda dealership for a diagnosis, the service department informed me that the…","quote_3_odi":"11634029","quote_3_text":"Driving in traffic and the engine temperature warning appeared on dash. Dealer has confirmed there is a large coolant leak from the cylinder head. Mazda released a technical service bulletin regarding the issue affecting Mazda6, cx-5 and cx-9, but I will have to pay for a head…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-fuel-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel system recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11460796","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mazda Mazda6. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V875000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was made aware of the issue; however, the contact was informed that the…","quote_2_odi":"11459352","quote_2_text":"Hello, I contacted Fremont mazda dealer to fix the below recall. I booked multiple appointment with this dealer to fix the recall but after visiting there service center location they give me reason they are unable to fix it by saying they don't have a part required for fixing…","quote_3_odi":"11448661","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mazda Mazda6. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the vehicle would hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact then received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V875000 (Fuel System, Gasoline)…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-hla-ticking-noise","label":"Hydraulic lash adjuster ticking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11578921","quote_1_text":"Mazda has a huge issue with there HLAs hydraulic lash adjusters. I've driven the car for 60k+ miles and it's ticked every since I got the car. And many people in the community also have the issue. And Mazda says it's fine and to rev the car above 3k rpms.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-paint-chipping","label":"Exterior paint chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11418333","quote_1_text":"After only 3 years and less than 17,000 miles of driving, the soul red crystal metallic paint is chipping in many spots on the front of the body. There are at least 100 small chips on the hood, bumper, and front fenders. All of this occurred under normal driving conditions.","quote_2_odi":"11349287","quote_2_text":"AFTER LESS THAN A YEAR OF LEASING THIS VEHICLE, AN ABUNDANCE OF ROCK CHIPS HAVE SHOWN UP, MORE THAN ANY OTHER CAR I'VE LEASED. THIS PAINT SEEMS EXTREMELY SUSCEPTIBLE TO FOREIGN OBJECTS. (THIS WOULD BE THE SOUL RED COLOR THEY USE.)","quote_3_odi":"11222395","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE PAINT CHIPPING. KNOW PROBLEM. NORMAL, EVERYDAY DRIVING; NO ROCKY ROADS, GRAVEL TRUCKS, ETC.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Mazda6","model_slug":"mazda6","cluster_id":"mazda6-2018-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11728615","quote_1_text":"System Failure: The Power Train (6-speed Automatic Transmission) suffered a major malfunction, documented by diagnostic codes P0731 (Gear 1 Incorrect Ratio) and P0780 (Shift Error). The vehicle is available for inspection. Safety Risk: The failure caused a sudden loss of…","quote_2_odi":"11607569","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mazda 6. The contact stated that while merging onto a freeway the vehicle did not accelerate while pressing the accelerator pedal, lost automotive power. After turning the engine off and back on the vehicle operated as normal but later while driving…","quote_3_odi":"11560045","quote_3_text":"Was at a drive in window and car turned off and couldn't restart. Windows and lights would work but car wouldn't restart. Could of been driving and would of crashed. Had 3 people family in car.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mazda/mazda6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11464904","quote_1_text":"I was in an accident on May 1st 2022. I was traveling south when another car hit me. The airbags didn't deploy at all none of them did you can see from the pics and video I have attached and hear the audio from my dash cam saying the airbag deployment was detected but no airbags","quote_2_odi":"10927258","quote_2_text":"I HAD A CAR ACCIDENT ON 13 NOV 2016 WHEREBY THE VEHICLE ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES DOWN A STEEP INCLINE. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS WERE DEPLOYED. MY SPINAL CORD WAS FRACTURED AND MY SKULL CRACKED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11653763","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda MX-5. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V695000 (AIR BAGS); however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11624787","quote_2_text":"Contacted Rohrich Mazda 2690 W Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh Pa 412.344.3600 regarding the airbag recall today. They have no knowledge of this recall and therefore I am unable to have it corrected. Is my car safe to drive? When will I be able to get it fixed? Thanks, Bill","quote_3_odi":"11616237","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mazda MX-5. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-blind-spot-monitor-malfunction","label":"Blind spot monitoring system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11366245","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING, MOST OF THE TIME THE BLIND SPOT SENSOR DOES NOT TURN ON (SOUND AND LIGHT). IT CAN GO DAYS WITHOUT TURNING ON AT ALL THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN IT WORKS 1 OR 2 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11040460","quote_2_text":"BLIND SPOT MONITORING SYSTEM WOULD DISENGAGE ( COME OFF) WHEN YOU ARE DRIVING WHILE ANOTHER VEHICLE IS WITHIN RANGE ( CLOSE ON YOUR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE. NO LIGHT INDICATES ON DASH THAT THE SYSTEM IS OFF NOR ANY WARNING OR BEEPS IS HEARD IF YOU ACTIVATE YOU CHANGE LANE SIGNALS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-convertible-top-liner-obscures-view","label":"Convertible top liner obscures rear window","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11533115","quote_1_text":"I recently bought a used 2016 Mazda Miata convertible, and when the convertible top is up, the inner liner droops down and obscures about 1/4 to 1/3 of the rear window. I looked online for this problem and found that there are lots of 2016 Mazda Convertible Owners with the same","quote_2_odi":"10919013","quote_2_text":"WE BROUGHT THE MX-5 INTO THE DEALER FOR THE 5K OIL CHANGE AND CHECKUP WITH A COMPLAINT THAT THE INNER LINER COMES UNSNAPPED AND PARTIALLY BLOCKS VISIBILITY OF THE REAR WINDOW WHEN YOU PUT THE TOP DOWN AND LATER PUT IT UP. MAZDA SERVICE DID NOT MAKE NOTE OF THIS IN THE SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-exterior-trim-detachment-highway","label":"Exterior trim molding detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11478826","quote_1_text":"The top windshield trim piece popped off while on the highway. The windshield has never been replaced and this trim piece has never been removed. All but one of the clips failed","quote_2_odi":"11416144","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND I HEARD A LOUD CRACKING NOISE. I STOPPED AT A GAS STATION TO CHECK AND SAW THAT THE UPPER MOLDING PART OF THE CAR HAD BROKEN OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-manual-transmission-gear-failure","label":"Manual transmission gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11595214","quote_1_text":"6 speed manual transmission failure at 59,000 miles Started not shifting into 3rd, then shortly after, the transmission locked up in a intersection. Which stalled the vehicle out. Was able to move the vehicle by hand, out of heavy traffic. Since this effects all ND1, ND2 and ND3","quote_2_odi":"11208153","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION IS MADE OF WEAK GRADE MATERIALS AND RUNNING AT HIGH TEMPS CAUSING THE TRANSMISSION TO FAIL RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING. I AM ON MY SECOND TRANSMISSION AND MAZDA FAILS TO HELP OR ADDRESS THE CONCERN. THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN PROVEN BY MANY SHOPS AT THIS POINT AND MOST","quote_3_odi":"10884455","quote_3_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING MY TRANSMISSION GEARS HAVE DISINTEGRATED TWICE LEAVING CAR WITH NO WAY TO USE POWER. ONCE WAS A SIDE STREET, OTHER TIME I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN IN AN INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"MX-5","model_slug":"mx-5","cluster_id":"mx-5-2016-steering-binding-at-speed","label":"Steering binding at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11734925","quote_1_text":"2016 Mazda MX5 club: In warmer weather(70 degree F or higher) and after driving for 5+ miles, the steering becomes less sensitive and gets “stuck/sticky” and requires more force to turn. When applied more force the car over corrects and you swerve cause the amount of force you","quote_2_odi":"11516406","quote_2_text":"Steering: At 55+ MPH I feel a slight bind when I make a steering change. It then releases only after I've put in too much steering correction. This occurs when in a steady direction, or whether I'm in a steady, high speed turn. It feels like a snapping rubber band. You can read","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mazda/mx-5","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Tribute","model_slug":"tribute","cluster_id":"tribute-2010-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11279972","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED AND AN UNKNOWN INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT BELIEVED THAT THERE WERE FAULTY COMPONENTS IN THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11423050","quote_2_text":"There's no power steering as I was Driving it just got hard to steer and almost got into an accident car is not drivable at all","quote_3_odi":"11065831","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT DROVE SLOWLY AND PARKED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/tribute","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Tribute","model_slug":"tribute","cluster_id":"tribute-2010-engine-stall-fuel-system","label":"Engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11092585","quote_1_text":"2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE WITH 57K ON IT JUST DIED WHILE DOING 80 DOWN THE FREEWAY, HAD TO GET IT TOWED. IT SIMPLY SHUTOFF. I THINK ITS THE FUEL PUMP BUT I AM NOT REALLY SURE","quote_2_odi":"11098755","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH UP A MOUNTAIN, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SERRA MAZDA","quote_3_odi":"10659189","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 TO 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT HAD TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PERFORMING NORMALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/tribute","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Tribute","model_slug":"tribute","cluster_id":"tribute-2010-rear-glass-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Rear liftgate glass spontaneous shatter","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2013-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10556091","quote_1_text":"I CLOSED THE REAR LIFTGATE AND THE REAR GLASS SHATTERED EVERYWHERE. NOTHING WAS IN THE BACK AND NOTHING TOUCHED THE GLASS, IT JUST SHATTERED NIGH SPONTANEOUSLY. IT WAS 21 DEGREES OUTSIDE AT THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"10481293","quote_2_text":"INCIDENT OCCURRED ON 10/20/2012 AT 7:00 PM IN THE FRED MEYER PARKING LOT IN KLAMATH FALLS, OREGON. TEMPERATURE OUT 40 DEGREES. TAILGATE WINDOW SHATTERED IN PARKING LOT ON MY 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/tribute","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Tribute","model_slug":"tribute","cluster_id":"tribute-2010-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 16V788000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11055574","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (FUEL PROPULSION); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"11004645","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (FUEL SYSTEM). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11003018","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V788000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/tribute","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mazda","make_slug":"mazda","model":"Tribute","model_slug":"tribute","cluster_id":"tribute-2010-throttle-body-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Throttle body failure with wrench-light loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2014-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10558167","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH FOR THE HOLIDAYS WHEN I LOST ALL ACCELERATION. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND A WRENCH LIGHT WAS DISPLAYED ON THE DASH BOARD. ENGINE WAS IDLING VERY RUFF AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE IN FORWARD OR REVERSE LIKE THE POWER TRAIN WAS BROKEN","quote_2_odi":"10521081","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70MPH I SUDDENLY FELT A TUG AND THE SPEEDOMETER BEGAN GOING DOWN AND I WAS NOT ABLE TO ACCELERATE. THE WRENCH CAME ON. I PULLED OVER AND WAITED TO BE TOWED","quote_3_odi":"10467926","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MAZDA TRIBUTE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, SHUT OFF AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE HOWEVER THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mazda/tribute","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mazda"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2019-airbag-warning-deploy","label":"Airbag warning light and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11697271","quote_1_text":"Srs light on Mercedes told me no recalls","quote_2_odi":"11446252","quote_2_text":"We was driving 3 days ago at night was heavy raining and the passenger bag deployed for not reason scare my daughter and I few bruises on her","quote_3_odi":"11207919","quote_3_text":"RIGHT PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON 2X WITHIN A 3 WEEK PERIOD. SECOND TIME OCCURRED AFTER I TOOK THE CAR IN TO FIX THE ISSUE AND DEALER CLAIMED ISSUE WAS FIXED. THE ISSUE OCCURRED AFTER I STARTED THE CAR AND PULLED AWAY FROM A STATIONARY POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2019-engine-stall-misfire","label":"Engine stalling, misfire, and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11693128","quote_1_text":"While driving the car shuts off and unable to restart. It will turn over but not remain started enough to move the vehicle. I did notice it jerk when speed was increased a few times before. Fuel pump was replaced less than a year ago according to Mercedes in Tuscaloosa Alabama","quote_2_odi":"11673239","quote_2_text":"I have had numerous issues with my 2019 A220. At 92k mi my cylinder head had to be replaced. My check engine light came on and they said there was a cylinder head leak","quote_3_odi":"11501844","quote_3_text":"Failed Cylinder head. Car diagnostic completed. The issue will cause the engine to stall in traffic and have acceleration issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2019-mbux-display-failure","label":"Center display and MBUX screen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11585251","quote_1_text":"The component or system that failed was the MBUX Hard Disk Drive (Part#: A0009062711). My car is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11559413","quote_2_text":"On 03/10/23, I contacted the Mercedes-Benz service department regarding the black screen on the driver's side display. The Mercedes-Benz service personnel informed me that the screen needed to be replaced, with an estimated cost of around $2000","quote_3_odi":"11513666","quote_3_text":"The image from the rear view camera displayed on the console dashboard is mirror/reverse (left & right is crossed). This causes driver to see things that are in the left rear to display on the screen as if it was in the right rear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2019-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Unremedied recalls due to parts backorder","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11437270","quote_1_text":"Three open recalls for over a year with no remedy","quote_2_odi":"11441309","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V045000 (Unknown or Other) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11348718","quote_3_text":"20V045 - NO FIX FOR THIS OPEN RECALL SINCE JAN 2020. GETS FLAGGED ON CARFAX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2019-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof, moonroof, and windshield glass failures","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11530109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was a loud banging sound coming from the roof of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11631301","quote_2_text":"The sun roof not working since 2023 The roller shade needs to be replaced very BAD design","quote_3_odi":"11566730","quote_3_text":"While turning on my Rear defrost to defrost my windshield I heard a explosion then my rear windshield started crackling and shattering all over. I then turned the rear defrost off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2020-catastrophic-engine-failure","label":"Catastrophic engine failure requires replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11742453","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speed, I experienced a sudden loss of engine power with no warning. This created an immediate safety hazard for myself and other drivers. The vehicle was diagnosed by Mercedes-Benz of Georgetown as requiring a full engine replacement (~$19,000). This","quote_2_odi":"11671828","quote_2_text":"August 2024 Engine mount broke and almost crashed my car the dealership did this: Rear engine support replace Remove/install complete wheel Engine compartment paneling, bottom Centre remove/install The torque struts were replaced N torque strut fasteners It had 38,195 miles I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2020-fuel-injector-leak-recall","label":"Fuel injector leak matches unresolved recall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11687627","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220 experienced the same defect described in NHTSA Recall 21V961000 (fuel injector leakage and potential fire hazard). In March 2023, my vehicle was diagnosed with leaking fuel injectors that were causing fuel to leak back through electrical connections","quote_2_odi":"11541786","quote_2_text":"The first incident: upon departing from our location and pulling out onto the highway, the car's check engine light appeared, and immediately went into \"limp mode.\" This occurrence caused the car to not go over 9 miles per hour. After this occurred, we placed the hazard lights","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"A-Class","model_slug":"a-class","cluster_id":"a-class-2020-rear-camera-recall-failure","label":"Rear camera fails after recall repair","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11634683","quote_1_text":"The rear camera is experiencing failure. It blacks out when reversing and I'm unable to see my surroundings. There is an active recall for my vehicle year, make and model, but for some reason my VIN isn't listed as active? The dealership has acknowledged that my vehicles issues","quote_2_odi":"11503372","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz A220. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/a-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-balance-shaft-failure","label":"Balance shaft and camshaft timing gear failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11666455","quote_1_text":"Engine misfires while driving. OBD 2 codes P0016 and P0017 indicates bad balance shaft. Common defect in these cars","quote_2_odi":"11151416","quote_2_text":"ACCORDING TO THE MERCEDES-BENZ M272 AND M273 ENGINE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT, THESE ENGINES ARE EQUIPPED WITH DEFECTIVE GEARS IN THEIR BALANCE SHAFTS (IN THE CASE OF THE M272 ENGINES) OR WITH DEFECTIVE IDLE GEARS (IN THE CASE OF THE M273 ENGINES) THAT WEAR OUT PREMATURELY","quote_3_odi":"10376770","quote_3_text":"WE OWN A MERCEDES BENZ C230. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH A BALANCE SHAFT ERROR. IT TURNS OUT THE BALANCE SHAFT IS BROKEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor in cabin from fuel tank or pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2006-04 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11419055","quote_1_text":"Fuel flex line from firewall to Fuel rail is leaking at both connections, ie. both ends at the swaged fitting","quote_2_odi":"10927526","quote_2_text":"AFTER EXITING, I SMELLED THE VERY STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE EMITTING FROM, WHAT APPEARED THE REAR OF THE CAR. I DID NOT SEE ANY LEAKS OR ANY EVIDENCE OF FUEL, SO I WENT INSIDE MY HOUSE. SEVERAL HOURS LATER, I ENTERED MY GARAGE AND WAS IMMEDIATELY OVERWHELMED WITH THE FUMES OF","quote_3_odi":"10654117","quote_3_text":"EVERY TIME I FILL UP THE GAS TANK; THERE IS A STRONG ODER OF FUEL IN THE CABIN. MY WIFE AND I HAVE A NEWBORN AND NOW DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING WITH SUCH A STRONG ODOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-intake-manifold-tumble-flap","label":"Intake manifold tumble flap plastic component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11470020","quote_1_text":"The intake manifold has a plastic tumble flap mechanism. This commonly breaks in most of these Mercedes Benz vehicles. The main problem is the high cost of repair due to it's location in the engine under a complex wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"10786035","quote_2_text":"ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON. THERE IS A MANUFACTURING ISSUE WITH THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. THE PLASTIC ACTUATING RODS BROKE CAUSING THE INTERNAL FLAPPERS TO STICK OUT. THIS CAN SUCK INTO THE ENGINE AND CAUSE MAJOR DAMAGE TO VALVES AND ENGINE HEAD","quote_3_odi":"10511788","quote_3_text":"THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY A DEFECTIVE PLASTIC BUSHING IN THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WHICH BROKE AND WAS SUCKED INTO VALVE #4 WHICH THEN BURNED THE VALVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-sunroof-glass-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass separation or detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11140370","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11646660","quote_2_text":"On 02/21/25, he was driving down the highway and the entire glass part of the sunroof flew off behind him! Luckily there wasn’t a driver behind him","quote_3_odi":"11422529","quote_3_text":"This automobile is unsafe because of the dangerous sunroof being detached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11063586","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 MERCEDES-BENZ C230. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11044509","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL-MERCEDES BENZ HAS FAILED TO REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG IN MY CAR. RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED IN APRIL 2016-OVER A YEAR AGO","quote_3_odi":"11012168","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHEN THE AIRBAGS WILL BE REPLACED. I AM ONE OF THE HIGHEST RISK CAR OWNER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2006,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2006-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting failure or limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2006-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11520135","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the transmission failed to shift, and the transmission appeared to be frozen in the 2nd gear","quote_2_odi":"10782141","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED INDEPENDENTLY TO 10 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE WAS FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"10147392","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION OF MY NEW CAR, 2006 MBZ C280, HAS FAILED THREE TIMES. THE CAR GOES INTO A FALSE NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING AND THEN EVENTUALLY FALLS INTO GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11418071","quote_1_text":"Airbags did not deploy after rear-ending another car. Airbags had been recalled and repaired at the Mercedes dealership. There weren't any lights on the dashboard at the time","quote_2_odi":"11232189","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES BENZ C300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A SECOND VEHICLE CAUSING SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END. DURING THE CRASH, THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED HEAD, NECK AND BACK","quote_3_odi":"11240567","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 MERCEDES BENZ C350. WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS RAPIDLY DEPRESSED. THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE AND AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE SLID SEVERAL FEET. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT. THE AIR BAGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-electrical-ignition-no-start","label":"Electrical ignition system failure preventing start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11287936","quote_1_text":"MY C300 IS HAVING A EIS (ELECTRICAL IGNITION SYSTEM FAILURE). WHERE THE KEY IN THE IGNITION WON'T START THE VEHICLE. IT WILL LEAVE YOU STRANDED AND WON'T ALLOW YOU TO PUT THE CAR IN NEUTRAL BECAUSE OF THE AMIR THEFT LOCK OUT BOX","quote_2_odi":"11317246","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT STATED THE IGNITION WAS DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE MERCEDES-BENZ OF SPRINGFIELD DEALER, LOCATED AT 295 BURNETT RD, CHICOPEE, MA 01020 WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE KEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11373602","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING TO NORTH CAROLINA AND PULLED OVER TO CHANGE MY TIRE, MY CAR WOULD NOT START.LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE INTERSTATE. AGAIN I ARRIVED ON NORTH CAROLINA AND THE WILL NOT START AFTER STAYING AT A FRIEND'S FOR THE NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-electronic-steering-lock-no","label":"Electronic steering lock failure preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11383224","quote_1_text":"SECURITY SYSTEM DISABLES IGNITION DUE TO A FAILURE OF THE ESL (STEERING LOCK). NOTHING IS WRONG WITH THE CAR IT JUST WON'T START","quote_2_odi":"11615786","quote_2_text":"For the 2010 Mercedes Benz C300, the failure of the steering lock control unit resulted in the vehicle being unable to start its engine. Vehicle was disabled, and I was left stranded. Car had to be towed to my house and separately had to be towed to the Mercedes Benz car","quote_3_odi":"11128088","quote_3_text":"ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK PROBLEM. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START MY VEHICLE FROM A PARKED STATE. THE VEHICLE WILL NOT ALLOW ME TO START THE VEHICLE AND MY STEERING WHEEL IS STUCK. DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE ME $1800 FOR A PROBLEM THAT MANY OTHER MERCEDES BENZ OWNERS ARE HAVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-fuel-tank-leak-gas-smell","label":"Fuel tank leak and gasoline odor after fill-up","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11472070","quote_1_text":"Cracks have formed in the plastic cover over the fuel pump in the fuel tank under the back seat. Gas is seeping out when the tank is full","quote_2_odi":"11455505","quote_2_text":"Gas smell inside the car. Fuel leak when gas tank us full","quote_3_odi":"11546674","quote_3_text":"Dealer notes, fuel tank, and hold down straps are rusted and rotted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and rust-through","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11500082","quote_1_text":"The Rear Subframe of the car rotted out, making the car dangerous to drive. This problem has been identified by Mercedes and IS considered a safety hazard in Canada and Europe. This problem should also be covered here in the USA","quote_2_odi":"11469275","quote_2_text":"Corrosion of sub frame. Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. June 7, 2022 Viti service advisor reports rust hole in sub frame. Putting the safety of myself and family members at risk. Due to corrosion deteriorating the structural integrity of the sub frame","quote_3_odi":"11618710","quote_3_text":"Rear subframe rust out and rear passenger brake line corrosion. The entire subframe has to be taken apart in order to reach the brake line. The vehicle is due to get the rear subframe replaced as part of the warranty extension. The brake lines are not covered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-taillight-wiring-melting","label":"Tail light wiring overheating and melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11436910","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that the wiring in the left tail light had melted. Upon investigation, the contact discovered NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V177000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) which he linked to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11232555","quote_2_text":"TAIL LIGHT WIRING FOR 2010 MERCEDES C300 WAS REPLACED UNDER THE RECALL ISSUED IN 2014. TAIL LIGHT WIRING IS CURRENTLY EXPERIENCING BURNING/MELTING DUE TO INSUFFICIENT GROUND WIRE CAPACITY (ISSUE OF ORIGINAL RECALL)","quote_3_odi":"11316197","quote_3_text":"PARKING BULBS MELTED INTO THE LIGHT CASING UNIT. THIS WAS CONFIRMED BY MERCEDES BENZ OF SACRAMENTO DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":476,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11255780","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN UNKNOWN RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE AIR BAGS. SMAIL MERCEDES-BENZ (5053 US-30, GREENSBURG, PA) AND THE MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS AND INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"11210270","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 18V043000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11228678","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL, OTHER CARS FROM SAME RECALL AT SAME DEALERSHIP ARE BEING REPAIRED, AND MINE HAS NOT. I NEED TO KNOW WHY I NEED TO DRIVE AROUND WITH A SHRAPNEL BOMB POINTED AT MY CHEST WHILE OTHERS FROM THE SAME RECALL ARE GETTING THEIR VEHICLES REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line and brake component corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11695579","quote_1_text":"Car was Off and parked when brake line failed. Further inspection was able to identify that brake pipes was slowly corroded thought entire lower part of the brake system causing critical failure of brakes","quote_2_odi":"11604234","quote_2_text":"Rear brake line rusted through land leaked all the break fluid rendering the vehicle unsafe to drive due to the complete failure of the breaking system. The location of the break line corrosion is above the rear differential and next to a retainer clip","quote_3_odi":"11589855","quote_3_text":"The brake lines have corroded in multiple places causing brake fluid to leak, potentially creating a safety risk had the problem not been immediately observed and corrected. An independent service center confirmed the problem and replaced all the brake lines and hoses","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11688657","quote_1_text":"The driver’s side door handle broke and I was unable to leave the car unless it was unlocked and rolled the window down to open it from the outside through the window","quote_2_odi":"11593665","quote_2_text":"Interior door handle becomes inoperative due to breaking of some internal element. This prevents leaving the vehicle. Of concern is that in case of emergency, the occupant cannot exit the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11541196","quote_3_text":"Over the weekend my vehicle driver side interior door handle became inoperable not allowing me to open my door from the inside. The handle flaps back & forth with no connect to the inside of door panel not making be able to get out of my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-esl-steering-lock-failure","label":"Electronic steering lock failure preventing start","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11666460","quote_1_text":"I drove vehicle to Publix with no problems. When i tried to start vehicle, key turns but car does not start. There is no cranking sound. I called a mechanic friend and after extensive diagnosis he determined it was the ESL Module which controls the steering","quote_2_odi":"11658412","quote_2_text":"The ESL or electronic steering lock is a very common issue with this year and model at around the 70k mile mark. You cannot start the car once this goes out and it’s over $2k to fix","quote_3_odi":"11266960","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel system leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11739814","quote_1_text":"Strong fu Smell after filling tank recently. Checked under the passenger side rear seat and there is some fuel on the top of tank. Local mechanic confirmed and mentioned not to fill tank more than half. Requires replacement of fuel tank to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11533725","quote_2_text":"Each time I filled my gas tank, there was an overpowering odor of gasoline inside the car and outside on the passenger side. Once the tank would get down below 3/4 of a tank, the odor would dissipate until down to a 1/4 of a tank it would go away completely","quote_3_odi":"11319643","quote_3_text":"STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE CABIN AND AROUND VEHICLE AFTER FUELING. ISSUE STARTED OVER LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS AND ONLY WHEN FUELED TO CLOSE TO FULL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11553395","quote_1_text":"The subframe has rusted/fallen off. This is incredibly risky as the car cannot be driven safely and it happened without warning. My mechanic said it is not due to any driving incidents but through rust occurring on Mercedes' subframes, which are flimsy","quote_2_odi":"11504976","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH and slowing for traffic, the rear end of the vehicle started to drift to the right. The contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the rear driver’s side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11455497","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 30-40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and the rear of the vehicle swerved. The driver pulled over to the side of the roadway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-taillight-wiring-melt","label":"Tail light wiring harness melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11628770","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes Benz C300. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the rear lights became inoperable and failed to illuminate as needed","quote_2_odi":"11580578","quote_2_text":"The right rear tail light housing harness melted due to an electrical issue. Wire tends to heat up too much. This caused my right rear tail light, right break light and right side turn signal not to function","quote_3_odi":"11328439","quote_3_text":"COMMON FAULT. BROWN GROUND WIRE. LEFT TAIL LIGHT. BROWN WIRE GETS REALLY HOT. ON CLUSTER SHOWS MESSAGES THAT THE BREAK,TURN SIGNAL, REVERSE FOG LIGHTS ARE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-c-class-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11276869","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS) AND 19V010000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_2_odi":"11582626","quote_2_text":"I was in a collision and the airbags did not deploy. There was a recall on airbags for the Mercedes C300 within the year my vehicle was made, however, the recall did not include my VIN","quote_3_odi":"11561237","quote_3_text":"The airbags were supposed to have been fixed per recall by carriage house Mercedes in new London ct. my son was in a horrible front in collision and they did not deploy. None of them did","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-electronic-steering","label":"Electronic steering lock (ESL/EIS) failure disables vehicle","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11676056","quote_1_text":"The electronic steering lock failed resulting in my car being completely disabled. My safety was not at risk in this particular instance. I was left stranded in a parking lot at night. The component was not inspected by the manufacturer or dealer","quote_2_odi":"11483194","quote_2_text":"The esl/eis failed. Turned car off and after coming back to try and turn it on, it didn't work. Steering wheel was locked and car wouldn't engage with key. After checking with mechanics and checking online, I discovered that it is a frequent issue that happens with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11638949","quote_3_text":"Lost of drive power and the vehicle steering wheel locked on my mercedes from a damaged malfunctioning steering lock actuator module due to mechanical issues within the steering column such as bad steering wheel assembly, faulty steering lock module or issue with the wiring or","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank leak producing strong gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11738871","quote_1_text":"My 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300 developed a serious fuel tank leak at approximately 106,460 miles which created overwhelming gasoline fumes and rendered the vehicle unsafe to operate. The gasoline fumes were extremely strong and entered the passenger area","quote_2_odi":"11696118","quote_2_text":"The contact stated the fuel tank was emitting a fuel odor. The contact stated that the fuel odor was extremely strong and could be smelled inside the residence while the vehicle was parked in the garage. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11617546","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong smell of fuel around the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that while driving the vehicle, the fuel odor was extremely strong, and the contact could not wind the windows down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-hp-fuel-pump-limp-mode","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure triggering limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11600868","quote_1_text":"During hard acceleration the high-pressure fuel pump fails. I've never had to replace this part on any other car that I have owned. When I research the part for this car, I reviewed many forums and articles complaining about","quote_2_odi":"11448292","quote_2_text":"2012 C250 has a known defect with high pressure fuel pump. I personally have had an intermittent issue where vehicle will unpredictably stop working under heavy throttle and enter limp mode as the computer throws a fault code","quote_3_odi":"11534939","quote_3_text":"While trying to pass big rig on freeway my car went into lymph mode and stalled causing the car behind me to brake and almost caused an accident. My engine light came on & after getting it checked out I retrieve the following code P0002","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe rust and corrosion causing structural failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11732281","quote_1_text":"I have a rust free, relatively lower mileage car I bought for my teen daughter. Despite being such a clean car the rear subframe has rusted and rear suspension has broke off while driving, hitting the fuel tank and is unstable. We avoided an accident but the car is not drivable","quote_2_odi":"11639290","quote_2_text":"Took the car in for an oil change and asked them to look at the brakes and rear as there was a strange noise. Vehicle was inspected and found the entire subframe is rotted. Was advised this is a common problem with Mercedes and there were some recalls","quote_3_odi":"11495617","quote_3_text":"Rear Sub Frame Assembly failure. It is available for inspection upon request. Vehicle rear end begins to wobble at speeds above 40 mph. The issue causes steering to become more complicated and the vehicle veers sharply while braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall and airbag warning light issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11374135","quote_1_text":"MY MERCEDES HAS A RECALL FOR THE TAKATA AIR BAGS. I DO NOT LIVE IN CLOSE PROXIMITY TO A MERCEDES DEALERSHIP. I HAVE SPOKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP IN ORANGE PARK, FL WHICH IS AROUND 85 MILES AWAY. I HAVE, ALSO, SPOKEN TO MERCEDES CUSTOMER CARE","quote_2_odi":"11418912","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that the driver’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who cleared the code. The failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired","quote_3_odi":"11506437","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that she noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The dealer was contacted because the vehicle had been serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V638000 (Air Bags) and the dealer stated that the seat belt was malfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2012-timing-chain-rattle","label":"Timing chain and camshaft adjuster rattle noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":586,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11681296","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road. The contact stated that the rattling sound","quote_2_odi":"11629391","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE, HAS THE ENGINE MAKING NOISE ,WHEN STARTING,, THE LIFTERS RATTLE...I WAS TOLD TO CHECK WITH MERCEDES BENZ FOR RECALL INFO...HOWEVER, THE COMPANY STATES,THIS VEHICLE IS NOT INCLUDED","quote_3_odi":"11489131","quote_3_text":"Faulty camshaft adjusters creating timing chain to stretch and tensioners to fail , causing excessive wear to the crankshaft and wear of the teeth resulting in catastrophic damage and complete engine failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2013-airbag-unexpected-deployment","label":"Unexpected air bag deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":571,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11623554","quote_1_text":"I was driving in a parking lot and suddenly my air bag deployed for no reason I did not hit anyone or get hit for the airbag to deploy. Suffered some bruising on my right forearm and in my left ear I still hear ringing from the airbag deploying","quote_2_odi":"11696593","quote_2_text":"I had just gotten off the highway it was a rainy day and pulled into my driveway when airbag deployed on its own. I am lucky to be alive. I purchased this vehicle about 2 yrs or so ago and ran carfax that showed recall was fixed by manufacturer. I contacted Mercedes corporate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2013-camshaft-timing-chain-noise","label":"Camshaft adjuster and timing chain tensioner noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":571,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11662655","quote_1_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND TIMING CHAIN TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER THAT HAS GONE BAD. EVEN THOUGHT THERE HAVE BEEN MANY PROBLEMS REPORTED, MERCEDES WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THIS AS A RECALL PROBLEM. MY SAFTY IS AT RISK IF MY ENGINE BECOMES DISABLED ON THE HYWAY","quote_2_odi":"11654546","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was an abnormal knocking sound and a metal-on-metal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact slowed down and stopped the vehicle. The contact restarted the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2013-esl-steering-lock-no-crank","label":"ESL module steering lock and no-crank fault","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":571,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11715179","quote_1_text":"ESL emulator is bad. Keeps no crank Steering lock Also sunroof water spouts are not working as they should they do no open to release water","quote_2_odi":"11583450","quote_2_text":"My wife and the kids we're stranded for hours because of the ESL systems lock the steering wheel and did not allow the car to start or steering wheel to move. She smelled something and pulled over and turned car off. No lights, no way to charge cell phone because no power to the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2013-interior-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":571,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11591772","quote_1_text":"The driver side indoor handle keeps breaking. I have repaired mine 4 times but still keep breaking. The connector attached to the handle is so fragile it cant withstand regular use. why hasnt this been recalled by mercedes? One repair costs 1400 dollars","quote_2_odi":"11681819","quote_2_text":"The interior door handle of the driver's side door snapped, which does not allow the driver to open the door at all. In the event of a crash, fire, or emergency, the door can only be opened from the exterior. This is a widespread issue with this model of car, which Mercedes-Benz","quote_3_odi":"11695491","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Information: Year: 2013 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: C300 (4MATIC) Approximate Mileage: 126,026 Component: Latches/Locks/Linkages – Interior Door Handle Summary of Issue: On October 10, 2025, the interior driver-side door handle on my 2013 Mercedes-Benz C300 broke, making","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2013-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":571,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11742978","quote_1_text":"REAR SUB FRAME RUST NEEDS INSPECTED SUPER CLANKY","quote_2_odi":"11652172","quote_2_text":"Recently my Mercedes has been pulling and swaying to the side while breaking even at low speeds.Yesterday I got my 2 front tires replaced and asked them to take a look at what could be causing my rear end to pull.When I returned to pick up my car they informed me my rear","quote_3_odi":"11614928","quote_3_text":"On several instances of breaking, my 2013 Mercedes Benz C300 pulls hard to the right and becomes very unstable. I assumed it was a brake problem by the way the car drove. I took it to my mechanic, who immediately identified the rear subframe had rusted so much that a control arm","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":81,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11267340","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ C250W. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIRS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION ON JANUARY 18, 2019","quote_2_odi":"11121692","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. OUR COMPLAINT IS REGARDING THE UNREASONABLE DELAY IN PROVIDING US WITH A GOOD REPLACEMENT PART. BECAUSE OF THE RECALL WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO USE THE CAR OR RISK SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH IF THE AIRBAG SHOULD DEPLOY AND EXPLODE","quote_3_odi":"11351084","quote_3_text":"THE COMPANY HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THE AIRBAGS OF MY CAR BECAUSE OF THE PART IS NOT AVAILABLE IN THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP. THIS IS MY SECOND COMPLAIN TO THE NHTSA. MY FIRST WAS IN 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-brake-vacuum-pump-failure","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure with reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11448024","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 - 80 MPH, the brakes failed, and the brake pedal was stiff while depressed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and diagnosed with brake vacuum pump failure","quote_2_odi":"11447924","quote_2_text":"Driving on the freeway I-5 Southbound in Orange County, California when my brakes failed. 1) There was no warning in advance of this episode, no squeaky brakes, no leaking of oil or fluid","quote_3_odi":"11495900","quote_3_text":"With no prior warning indicator on braking issues with my 2014 C250, I travelled from Ormond Beach FL to Savannah GA, on I-95 with one stop in Kingsland GA. I still had no warning indicator on breaking issues as I took the off-ramp to Savannah","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-camshaft-timing-chain-failure","label":"Camshaft and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11149953","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ C250. WHEN THE CONTACT PRESSED THE PUSH START BUTTON, IT TOOK APPROXIMATELY ONE MINUTE TO START THE ENGINE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED FOR AT LEAST THREE MONTHS ON A DAILY BASIS, BUT WAS NOW OCCURRING APPROXIMATELY FOUR","quote_2_odi":"11499904","quote_2_text":"On December 14, 2022 at approximately 3:45 pm in rush hour traffic in the high speed lane on i-75 in Bradenton, Fl, the 2014 Mercedes C250 I was driving lost total engine power, traveling from 80mph to 0 in seconds","quote_3_odi":"11326629","quote_3_text":"2 CAMSHAFT ADJUSTERS REPLACED AT 104,000 MILES. SOME FAIL EVERY 50-60,000 MILES. WORK DONE AT HOEHN MERCEDES. BEFORE REPAIR - SLOW CRANK AT START, SOME SMOKE WHEN ENGINE STARTING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-esl-steering-lock-failure","label":"Electronic steering lock failure preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11736140","quote_1_text":"The electronic steering lock (ESL) system on my 2014 Mercedes-Benz C250 failed without warning, leaving the vehicle completely unable to start. When attempting to start the vehicle, the key would insert but the vehicle would not crank or start, and the steering lock malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11688424","quote_2_text":"The \"ESL Module\" in this model is designed to unlock the steering and ignition when the vehicle key's passcode matches, using a small, mechanical motor with significantly poor durability. The problem is that this motor's failure is unpredictable, and many users of this model","quote_3_odi":"11719778","quote_3_text":"Experiencing a failed Electronic Steering Lock (ESL). Car won’t crank or start even after verifying battery health and key fob. Symptoms point to a failed ESL, left stranded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-hpfp-limp-mode","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11316184","quote_1_text":"MERCEDES-BENZ 2014 C 2 50S HAVE HAD A SERIOUS ISSUE WITH FAULTY HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMPS WHEN YOU GO TO GIVE IT A GAS IN A HURRY IT PUTS THE ENGINE INTO A LIMP MODE AND IT WILL NOT GO THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE AND YOU COULD BE STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11599273","quote_2_text":"I bought my 2014 C250 back in 2017 with 17K miles and currently has 58,570 miles. The issue is with fast acceleration from a stop or slow moving. When trying to accelerate to merge with traffic after a few seconds the vehicle goes into limp mode and the check engine light comes","quote_3_odi":"11288512","quote_3_text":"P0002 FUEL VOLUME REGULATOR CONTROL CIRCUIT RANGE/PERFORMANCE LIMP MODE UPON ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-interior-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle or latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11121963","quote_1_text":"DOOR HANDLE BREAKS FROM THE INSIDE, CAUSE IT TO BECOME COMPLETELY NON-FUNCTIONAL. PASSENGERS CANNOT GET OUT OF THE CAR FROM THE INSIDE","quote_2_odi":"11218362","quote_2_text":"THE INNER DRIVER DOOR HANDLE MECHANISM FAILED LEAVING ME TRAPPED IN THE VEHICLE. THIS IS VERY UNSAFE. THE CAR HAS 61K MILES. THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW ISSUE, NOT WEAR AND TEAR","quote_3_odi":"11709762","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz C350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the front driver’s side interior door latch detached. The contact had to reach through the front driver’s side window to open the front driver's side door using the exterior door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2014-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11640936","quote_1_text":"The left rear subframe separated from the main frame causing the car to pull to the left when braking. I had an episode where I was stopping for a traffic light and the car started fishtailing and I almost lost control of the car","quote_2_odi":"11470521","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Mercedes C300 4matic currently has a rusted through rear subframe. I know this has been reported to your Bureau numerous times by various people. This affects all 2008-2014 C Class and E Class Mercedes (as I used to work for a Mercedes dealer)","quote_3_odi":"11500261","quote_3_text":"Malfunction of rear subframe and control arms due to rust causing the subframe to crack. When breaking the rear wheels swerved almost causing a collision on the highway. My mechanic inspected the car and deemed it unsafe for driving as this can cause injury or death to me and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-crankcase-vent-valve","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve failure, code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11538997","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the diagnostic test retrieved code: P052E, and it was determined that the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve had failed and needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11559315","quote_2_text":"My car is registering code P052E71. The diagnosis says the valve for crankcase ventilation has a malfunction. The actuator is blocked","quote_3_odi":"11507757","quote_3_text":"When driving I accelerated and then the engine light turned on. after that the car was jolty and turned off completely when stopped. had to force a restart at the light. code that came back was p052E","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-front-roof-panel-separation","label":"Front roof panel separation while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11607566","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 55-60 MPH, the front roof panel separated and flew off. The contact drove back and was able to pick the front roof panel off the road","quote_2_odi":"11537283","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that when she reached her destination, she noticed there was a panel missing from the roof between the sunroof and the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11733048","quote_3_text":"The contact inspected the exterior of the vehicle and became aware that the moon roof panel had detached, and the moon roof panel flew off the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-fuel-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel line leak with gasoline odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11712012","quote_1_text":"Strong gas odor coming from vent when heat and AC is on. Odor was causing dizziness and had to drive with window open or vent off. When opening the hood gas odor was also present. Brought to the mechanic and found fuel lines leaking","quote_2_odi":"11720037","quote_2_text":"After strong fuel odor in interior of car, inspected the engine and discovered fuel in the top of the engine this is a serious safety concern due possible car fire","quote_3_odi":"11638347","quote_3_text":"Due to the type of fuel line and clamps used to fasten them, cold weather has caused them to shrink such that gas leaks, which comes through the car vents into the car cab","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass and guide rail failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11499161","quote_1_text":"Glass panoramic sun roof lifted off the vehicle at highway speed, I had to grab the front edge of roof,pull off the expressway. Tried to re seat it in the channels but could not close the roof","quote_2_odi":"11665351","quote_2_text":"Panoramic glass sliding plastic brackets broke off while driving at 25-35 mph Lifting up the glass off the vehicle. Quick reaction saved the large detached glass from flying off into the roadway injuring or killing someone","quote_3_odi":"11598380","quote_3_text":"Opened sunroof and sunroof would not closed. Discovered melted slides inside to sunroof tracks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-piston-wrist-pin-failure","label":"Cracked piston and wrist pin engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11501468","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced loss of power and rough running when check engine light came on. Mercedes dealer reported one of the pistons cracked resulting in catastrophic engine failure with just shy of 61,880 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11509590","quote_2_text":"MB tech said the cylinder #1 is out of spec., and there is scoring on cylinder wall caused by the piston being off center and riding the cylinder wall","quote_3_odi":"11513842","quote_3_text":"The problem is actually a manufacturing defect in the wrist pins. The defective parts are in engines made before April 20, 2015 which is mine. If left unrepaired, it causes premature wear in the cylinder walls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11519273","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the power steering assist warning light illuminated, and the steering wheel became firm. The contact was able to pull over safely on the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11554301","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the steering wheel had seized","quote_3_odi":"11678756","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle unexpectedly veered to the left. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel became inoperable, and the contact was unable to straighten the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and perforation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":439,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11696650","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe completely rusted out. While driving on the hwy I heard a loud noise, a couple minutes later I hit the brakes to slow down to get off my exit and after pressing the brakes the car instantly fishtailed sending me sideways across 2 lanes of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11738382","quote_2_text":"The car would seem to shift when stopping , when tires were removed the rear subframe had rusted out completely, this is a major safety issue and could cause loss of control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11708959","quote_3_text":"Upon inspection at our local Mercedes Dealership on December 1, 2025, we were informed that the rear subframe should be immediately replaced as there is a rusted hole in the subframe, \"compromising the structural integrity of the rear of the vehicle.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11697303","quote_1_text":"EPS- Electric Power Steering failed while driving causing hazardous and dangerous conditions. While unable to steer the vehicle it crossed the median into oncoming traffic barely avoiding an accident and endangering my life and life of other drivers and passengers.…","quote_2_odi":"11575166","quote_2_text":"Electronic power steering failed. The electronic power steering on this vehicle has failed several times, making it almost impossible to steer. When this occurs, steering requires a tremendous amount of force and puts the vehicle and driver at enormous risk of an accident.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11733961","quote_1_text":"I’ve been driving my car since September when it was purchased I just got it from dealership 4/9/26 spent over $1100 and have been working like regular full time schedule, I wake up today 4/27/26 trying to work and car is stalling.…","quote_2_odi":"11662614","quote_2_text":"While driving, my vehicle suddenly shut down in the middle of traffic without any prior warning. I was left stranded in the hot sun, fearing for my safety and praying that I wouldn’t be rear-ended.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-fuel-odor-cabin-leak","label":"Fuel odor and leak entering cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11716863","quote_1_text":"Strong fuel smell in cabin Can maybe cause a fire","quote_2_odi":"11704054","quote_2_text":"An independent service center diagnosed my car as having a fuel leak stemming from the fuel rail and fuel injectors. This is a fire hazard due to a gas leak. There is a gas smell in the interior cabin that I noticed approximately one month ago. I believe this pertains to NHTSA…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-panoramic-sunroof-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass detachment and shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719197","quote_1_text":"Spontaneous explosion of sunroof while car is in motion on the expressway 83 and could have caused an accident while my daughter was driving","quote_2_odi":"11662284","quote_2_text":"* Component Failed / Malfunction - Panoramic Sunroof Separation. The front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof has separated from the windshield panel.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-pcv-valve-p052e","label":"Positive crankcase ventilation valve fault (P052E)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-12 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11704880","quote_1_text":"Vehicle developed OBD-II code P052E related to crankcase ventilation/PCV system malfunction. Issue causes improper crankcase pressure, rough idle, oil vapor smells, and check engine light. Independent research shows this is a common failure on 2015–2017 Mercedes C300 models.…","quote_2_odi":"11503241","quote_2_text":"code P052E on 71000 miles. The crankcase vent valve replacement.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-piston-cylinder-failure","label":"Piston fracture and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-05 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11609107","quote_1_text":"my car broke down while driving on the freeway, with only 58,000 miles the piston broke in cylinder 1 causing my car to loose power can cause an accident due to breaking down on freeway problem has been confirmed by a certified mechanic shop check engine light started flashing…","quote_2_odi":"11495006","quote_2_text":"Cylinder 1 misfire initially, after taking it to an independent shop it was a piston 1 failure and required the small block to be replaced at 80,000 miles with a cost of $7000.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2016-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04 (of 200 shown / 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11716937","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH and turning the steering wheel to the right or the left, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11650695","quote_2_text":"Rusted rear subframe, dime size hole discovered by Mercedes technician on [XXX]. The Mercedes dealer who discovered it was Mercedes Benz of Fredericksburg, VA. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-cracked-piston-cyl1","label":"Cracked piston in engine cylinder 1","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11643047","quote_1_text":"this is my send time writing in. mercedes used the wrong wrist pins for the pistons leading to my wife getting a cracked piston on freeway in phx","quote_2_odi":"11337524","quote_2_text":"PISTON 1 CRACKED AT 48,000 MILES. MB TOLD OWNER THAT THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED BUT WHEN FINDING OUT THAT THE WARRANTY WAS UP AT 50,000 THEY REPLACED THE PISTON INSTEAD","quote_3_odi":"11467297","quote_3_text":"misfire cylinder 1 46300 miles on the engine.Mercedes dealer told me I need new engine and they are not providing warranty coverage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-fuel-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel line leak and fuel odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738037","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. While driving at approximately 15 mph, the contact observed smoke emanating from under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11560813","quote_2_text":"There is a short rubber fuel line/hose in the engine compartment that is attached with compression clamps; the hose connects the fuel line from the gas tank to the high pressure fuel pump","quote_3_odi":"11396042","quote_3_text":"A FUEL LINE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT JUST ABOVE THE SKID PLATE ON THE DRIVES SIDE JUST RIGHT OF THE FRONT WHEEL WELL LEAKS FUEL WHERE THE LINE IS CRIMPED COMING FROM THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-pcv-valve-fault","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve fault code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11603672","quote_1_text":"Check engine light on. Test results: Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance CODE : P052E","quote_2_odi":"11499457","quote_2_text":"My car suddenly turned off at a stop sign. After I restarted it, it turned back on and my engine light turned on. I called the dealership and after inspection I was told that the valve for my crankcase was malfunctioning","quote_3_odi":"11582711","quote_3_text":"P052e positive crankcase ventilation regularly valve","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-power-steering-malfunction","label":"Electric power steering malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11570166","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway car pool lane with my wife, a sudden vibration in the front tires was observed, the car felt like it was pushed to the right then to the left even though it was in the center of the lane","quote_2_odi":"11499694","quote_2_text":"I was driving on highway I95, all the sudden, the vehicle shows, Power Steering Malfunctioning See Owner's Manual. I've lost the power steering in the middle of the highway","quote_3_odi":"11571637","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while starting and driving the vehicle, the electric power steering was inoperable. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-seat-belt-retract-failure","label":"Front seat belt failure to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699173","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that upon arriving at his destination and exiting the vehicle, the driver’s side seat belt retracted and became stuck in the retracted position. As a result, the contact was unable to use the driver's side seat belt","quote_2_odi":"11472915","quote_2_text":"Issue: Front driver and passenger seat belts do not fully retract despite completed recall service. The seatbelts often \"puddle\" behind the seats when unbuckled, and sometimes get trapped between their seat and adjacent door","quote_3_odi":"11425652","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that the driver’s and passenger’s side front seat belts failed to retract completely upon release. Due to the failure, the seat belts would fall to the floor upon release from the buckle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2017-sunroof-panel-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof and roof panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534093","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the front roof panel located between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof detached and flew off the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11612144","quote_2_text":"The glass on the panoramic sunroof exploded/shattered under normal driving conditions. It was raining but not too heavy. It didn’t appear that anything hit the glass and no potholes were hit","quote_3_odi":"11507521","quote_3_text":"Repeated Panoramic Sunroof failure: sun roof rails are have been reported by the dealer to fail / crack and allow panoramic sun roof to dislodge from tracks securing this structure to the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-cracked-piston-engine","label":"Cracked piston or crankshaft requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11695170","quote_1_text":"My vehicle only had 31,000 miles and I experienced engine failure. I bought a new engine for 16, 500. 00 dollars. Mercedes Benz did nothing","quote_2_odi":"11478301","quote_2_text":"CRACKED PISTON AT 68K MILES The vehicle is very well maintained, only 68k miles, has had every oil change, only takes premium gas. I was driving it when the check engine light went on and the vehicle began shaking violently","quote_3_odi":"11590907","quote_3_text":"Car needs an engine rebuild at 90K miles due to a cracked piston #1, a problem with a car that received regular oil change intervals and proper service should not have","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-pcv-valve-failure","label":"Positive crankcase ventilation valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11640265","quote_1_text":"The engine light is on with only 35000 miles. Upon using an OBD2 scanner, error code P052e positive crankcase ventilation(PCV) malfunction was detected. It's a problem that I researched and noticed a lot of people having the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11525844","quote_2_text":"Has 27000 miles out of warranty at 5 years. PCV code bad actuator. Looks like a common problem. Should be recalled","quote_3_odi":"11577820","quote_3_text":"Error code P052E Positive crankcase ventilation regulator valve performance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-rear-window-bonding","label":"Rear window bonding separation from convertible top","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11617349","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear window glass which was not properly bonded had become loosened","quote_2_odi":"11664906","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that after washing the vehicle, the contact became aware that the adhesive attaching the rear window to the convertible top had started to detach","quote_3_odi":"11538137","quote_3_text":"Incorrect bonding of the rear window. The rear window bond is failing which is causing the window to detach from the convertible top","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-roof-panel-detachment","label":"Front roof panel or sunroof detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11681537","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, a part of the panoramic roof towards the driver's side detached from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to inspect the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11586820","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, there was a windy sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact then noticed the sound of an impact on the rear driver's side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11341232","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED OUT OF NO WHERE. SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN BLAST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-sos-communication","label":"SOS emergency call system recall repair delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11511208","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the S.O.S. Not Active message displayed. The contact was concerned that in the event of an emergency, the emergency services function would be inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11475159","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that the SOS warning light was illuminated. Upon testing the SOS system, the contact stated that the system failed to operate as needed","quote_3_odi":"11418776","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz C300 4matic. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-steering-locknut-recall","label":"Steering rack locknut recall parts unavailable","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11180352","quote_1_text":"RECALL LETTER STATES DEFECTIVE NUT IN STEERING COLUMN REPLACEMENT PART IS NOT AVAILABLE AND NO DATE IS GIVEN WHEN IT WILL BE AVAILABLE. LETTER WARNS IF THE PART (NUT)) CRACKS THERE IS A RISK OF A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11232247","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM MERCEDES-BENZ USA, LLC IN JANUARY 2019 REGARDING A RECALL INVOLVING A LOCKNUT IN THE STEERING RACK WHICH MIGHT HAVE INTERNAL MATERIAL CRACKS AFFECTING MY MAKE/MODEL/YEAR OF CAR","quote_3_odi":"11423998","quote_3_text":"While driving in a curved onramp connecting from one street to another the vehicle experienced a complete loss of steering ability which resulted in the vehicle continuing to move straight, off the pavement, and into a wall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-c-class-2018-tire-blowouts","label":"Tire blowouts and premature tread wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11171194","quote_1_text":"I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR ABOUT 14 MONTHS AND DRIVEN JUST OVER 10,000 MILES DURING THAT TIME. I HAVE NOW HAD MY FIFTH FLAT OR DAMAGED FRONT TIRE SINCE OWNERSHIP OCCURRING ON BOTH DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE","quote_2_odi":"11268993","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ C63S EQUIPPED WITH MICHELIN PILOT SPORT TIRES, SIZE: 285/30/ZR19 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11196193","quote_3_text":"2 BLOWOUTS, 1 TIRE SHREDDED, 1 VALVE STEM LEAK. BLOW OUT AT 11, 800 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-auto-brake-false-activation","label":"Automatic braking system false activation or malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11242687","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ACTIVE BRAKE ASSIST ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11297630","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE AUTOMATIC BRAKE SENSOR WAS BEING TRIGGERED WITHOUT REASON. THE CONSUMER REQUESTED TO BE REIMBURSED FOR THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11413660","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING ENGAGES UNNECESSARILY WHEN DRIVING UNDER CHICAGO'S ELEVATED TRAIN TRACKS AND SIMILAR OVERHEAD STRUCTURES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-fuel-leak-odor","label":"Fuel line leaks and fuel odor near the engine","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11574692","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact noticed smoke coming from the front passenger's side wheel well","quote_2_odi":"11638548","quote_2_text":"The fuel hose on the right hand side of the vehicle is leaking onto my engine. You can easily see this leak and smell it when unlocking the car in the morning. It is dangerous and could easily result in a fire","quote_3_odi":"11611601","quote_3_text":"Gas smell coming from engine area when car has been sitting overnight. Smell comes from driver's side of engine compartment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable or delayed","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11419995","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System)","quote_2_odi":"11413391","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES BENZ C300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 21V058000 (COMMUNICATION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11467309","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V232000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Front seat belt failing to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11742426","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 Coupe’s front driver seat belt will not fully retract to its stowed position","quote_2_odi":"11667937","quote_2_text":"Front seat belts do not automatically retract","quote_3_odi":"11452804","quote_3_text":"On both front seatbelts. After disconnecting, they both do not retract. Often they get stuck hanging below door after closing the door (both sides)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11708992","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 65 mph on the I-405 freeway in Irvine, CA during rainy conditions, my 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300 suddenly and completely lost acceleration without warning. At the same moment, a Check Engine Light illuminated on the dash","quote_2_odi":"11296672","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11747712","quote_3_text":"Vehicle shuts off while driving without warning at various speeds. Loss of power steering and power brakes occurs when engine stalls, creating immediate risk of crash, injury or death to occupants and other drivers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack failure or lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11531402","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH and making a left turn, the steering made an abnormal sound","quote_2_odi":"11541866","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated while driving normally one day, the vehicle randomly lost power steering","quote_3_odi":"11360247","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TURNED LEFT OR RIGHT, THERE WAS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE STEERING WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-sunroof-panel-failure","label":"Sunroof and convertible top panel failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11591410","quote_1_text":"A panel on the roof of my vehicle fully detached as it was not appropriately secured in place by the manufacturer (Mercedes Benz). The part is not available for inspection as it flew off of my vehicle on the highway, but I have pictures available","quote_2_odi":"11441801","quote_2_text":"2019 Mercedes C300 sunroof exploded while driving 60 mph on highway","quote_3_odi":"11291475","quote_3_text":"THE PANORAMA SUNROOF EXPLODED, NO OTHER CARS NEAR ME, NO ROCK HIT IT NO BIG BUMP IN THE ROAD, IT JUST EXPLODED...WAS TRAVELING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, AND IT SOUNDED LIKE THE CAR HAD EXPLODED, VERY SCARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2019-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking or deformation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11448698","quote_1_text":"I have 2 cracks in my wheels that needed repair. These cracks were 180degrees from each other. No tire damage","quote_2_odi":"11496477","quote_2_text":"The dealership confirmed the tire was fine and there was actually a crack on the inner portion of the wheel that was causing the tire to leak air","quote_3_odi":"11478570","quote_3_text":"I had 2 cracked rims which the insurance company claims that it is a manufacturers defect and not due to hitting holes in the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-airbag-system-defect","label":"Airbag system defect or unresolved recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11712823","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle on December 26, 2025 from an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealership. Shortly after the purchase, I discovered an issue related to the airbag system, which indicates a potential safety defect","quote_2_odi":"11428078","quote_2_text":"On July 17, 2021 I was driving at the posted rate of speed down I-275 Southbound here in Michigan. All of the sudden and without warning, there was a loud explosion which happened, from as near as I can tell, in the driver's side windshield pillar, where there is an airbag","quote_3_odi":"11325066","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A RECALL ON MY CAR. THE AIRBAGS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED YET. THE RECALL WAS ISSUED A LONG TIME AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-cylinder-head-exhaust-valve","label":"Cylinder head exhaust valve wear leading to engine failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11718583","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a catastrophic repeat engine failure on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300. On October 9, 2025, with 26,589 miles, the vehicle suffered a Cylinder 2 failure (exhaust valves), causing a dangerous loss of power in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11695702","quote_2_text":"While driving, the check engine light came on and the vehicle began shaking and running roughly. Diagnostics by Peachtree Imports (10/03/2025) and later by Mercedes-Benz of Atlanta South confirmed Cylinder #2 failure on the M264 2.0L engine at only 26,589 miles","quote_3_odi":"11580278","quote_3_text":"Cylinder head is defective. Service advisor told me it was a known issue in which exhaust valves within cylinder head are prone to premature wear. If left unaddressed it leads to inevitable engine failure. I was quoted $12,000. My car is 2020 model year with not even 60,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall or loss of acceleration from component faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731613","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that while at a stop, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_2_odi":"11654115","quote_2_text":"Diagnostic testing revealed fault code P06DA00, indicating an electrical failure or open circuit in the engine oil pump control valve","quote_3_odi":"11424403","quote_3_text":"My car has failed to accelerate after being stopped. The first time, I was attempting to enter a shopping center parking lot by making a left turn across a busy road. When I engaged the gas pedal, the car finally got to 5MPH when I got into the parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-power-trunk-unexpected-close","label":"Power trunk closing unexpectedly on occupants","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11754327","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300 equipped with a power trunk. On July 22, 2026, I took my vehicle to Annapolis Mercedes-Benz because the power trunk was repeatedly closing on its own while people were standing in the trunk opening","quote_2_odi":"11747837","quote_2_text":"Automatic trunk closing mechanism caused the trunk hood to close on my head as I was putting groceries in the trunk. This has occurred several times in the past but this time it hit my head with more force","quote_3_odi":"11569947","quote_3_text":"The issue is that the trunk lid closes abruptly and unintentionally. On Saturday, February 3, 2024, as I was putting a shopping bag in the trunk of my car, the trunk lid closed abruptly without my pressing the close button and hit my forehead","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-rearview-camera-sensor-fail","label":"Rearview camera or back-over sensor failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11475739","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact was reversing out of her driveway at 3 MPH, the contact was using her rearview camera. The contact stated that the image froze and she crashed into a parked vehicle with the rear passenger side bumper of her vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11469155","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that suddenly the vehicle's sensors were illuminating and activating a warning stated that the sensors were defective. Many of the vehicle's sensors began to deactivate and malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11516496","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V232000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-sunroof-roof-panel-detach","label":"Panoramic sunroof or roof panel detachment/shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11678311","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact stated that a section of the roof near the top of the windshield, between the sunroof, had detached and flown off the vehicle while driving 30 MPH in bumper-to-bumper traffic","quote_2_odi":"11669230","quote_2_text":"On Tuesday, June 24th, 2025, the glass panel located between the windshield and sunroof on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG unexpectedly detached and flew off while driving. This posed a serious safety risk to me and others on the road","quote_3_odi":"11622207","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway, with no other cars near me and my panoramic sunroof exploded. It made a very loud gunshot like sound and I felt shards of glass fall on my head while driving. I had 2 other passengers In the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-tire-wheel-failure","label":"Tire belt separation and wheel rim cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11689319","quote_1_text":"BOTH the front tires in my 2020 Mercedes C300 developed sudden belt separation while driving at highway speed this past weekend","quote_2_odi":"11522258","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG C43. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the tire pressure warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to a tire center and was informed that the front passenger’s side rim cracked, causing the tire to deflate","quote_3_odi":"11474717","quote_3_text":"OEM tires that the Mercedes Benz dealership diagnosed as having shifted belts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c-class-2020-transmission-shifts-neutral","label":"Transmission drops into neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11533418","quote_1_text":"The car will randomly go into a neutral condition while driving the car. This occurs about once per month, sometimes more often","quote_2_odi":"11527655","quote_2_text":"This has happened a couple of times to me so far. I have been driving down the road (today it was the highway) and my car fell out of gear into neutral and would not go back into gear unless I restarted the car","quote_3_odi":"11505594","quote_3_text":"Car randomly goes into neutral despite being in D drive mode. Often at stop light, after the light turns green, the car revs up but is not in gear despite in 'D' drive. I have to shift to park or turn car off then on to get it to go again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2022-active-brake-assist-erroneous-activation","label":"Active brake assist erroneous activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: DYNAMIC BRAKE SUPPORT/BRAKE ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11518822","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the active brake assists erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop in the middle of the road, nearly causing a rear end collision by another vehicle. During the failure there were no vehicles or…","quote_2_odi":"11554281","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the active brake assist was not functioning properly. The brakes were applied without an object around the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted and scheduled an appointment. The…","quote_3_odi":"11710517","quote_3_text":"Mercedes Benz is claiming no responsibility for the failure of Active Brake Assist (ABA) during a frontal impact collision that resulted in the car total loss. The sensors also didn't work resulting in no alert to the driver and nothing recorded on the car camera system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2022-center-screen-blackout-safety-features","label":"Center screen blackout disabling safety features","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11628347","quote_1_text":"When starting vehicle, center screen of vehicle was completely off and dark. Moreover, with this screen being off, you are not able to control any of the vehicle functions such as AC, Maps, Radio, Rear Camera, etc. On the other hand, on the digital speedometer screen, a warning…","quote_2_odi":"11523571","quote_2_text":"Upon starting my vehicle today the center screen did not power on.   The vehicle displayed several messages indicating various safety features were unavailable, including blind spot assist, lane keeping assist, parking assist, etc.  Additionally, the exterior cameras (e.g.…","quote_3_odi":"11647755","quote_3_text":"All on a sudden the entire screen goes blank. It has happened at least 4 times and each time the service center does some patching and it works for a few month. When it happens, all the safety features are off including reverse camera. Also, no way to set the temperature or turn…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2022-electrical-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Electrical system recall remedy unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11489659","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V678000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…","quote_2_odi":"11592228","quote_2_text":"The electronic system, specifically the battery, failed and it is available for inspection upon request. The persistent battery drain caused the vehicle to become inoperable multiple times, including an incident where I was stranded 200 miles from home with my wife and dog…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2022-engine-acceleration-loss","label":"Engine power loss and acceleration failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745068","quote_1_text":"Car fails to accelerate past 25 mph when entering roadway. Roadway area is 45mph and vehicle would not accelerate to reach safe levels. This out myself and occupants of my vehicle in danger as traffic is already at the 45+ mph limit.  Vehicle has 30,000 miles. Engine light came…","quote_2_odi":"11527619","quote_2_text":"Throughout the year, the car had many issues, the blind spot sensors and glass sensors didn't work, and it constantly showed that the stop/start system wasn't working. Twice, the car turned off by itself at a stoplight. Since everything is controlled through the car's large…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2022-fuel-system-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Fuel system recall remedy unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11541957","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz C300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and the contact was informed that the part…","quote_2_odi":"11550272","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) and 23V462000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"11700351","quote_3_text":"The vehicle experienced a fuel injector failure, which is part of the engine fuel delivery system. This failure appears connected to an open Fuel System Control Unit Software Update Recall (Campaign 2024080006) that has been open since May 2024 but was not performed on my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-electrical-multiple-faults","label":"Electrical system multiple fault conditions","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11596594","quote_1_text":"The electrical wiring harness of my vehicle completely caught fire making my vehicle stopped working.  Manufacture warranty refuses to acknowledge this as an ongoning issue with this models and forcing me to pay for my own repairs this is a danger to anyone driving this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11555944","quote_2_text":"The (Automatic Folding Side View Folding Mirrors before resolution) Malfunctioned 3 separate times before being fixed. During that time the (Cooling System Malfunction Reduced Drive Performance Service Required), displayed 2 separate Unknown Dates on the Dashboard Screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-engine-stall-water-pump","label":"Engine stall and check engine light during operation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11540331","quote_1_text":"while reversing, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle lost motive power, stalled and shutoff. The contact was able to restart the vehicle, but had the vehicle towed to the dealer. The dealer stated that no cause for the failure was found but updated the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11678947","quote_1_text":"My panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving down the highway, no external impact was made. The glass exploded from the inside out. It made a loud boom, it startled me on the highway resulted me to swerving on the road, which would have put me and other drivers at…","quote_2_odi":"11662742","quote_2_text":"While driving at 60mph my panoramic sunroof completely shattered. Nothing at all hit the sunroof to cause it to shatter. If my sunshade cover had not been on, the glass would have fallen on me while operating my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11606333","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway I had decided to tilt my sunroof open. When it opened the sunroof completely cracked/shattered discarding tiny particles of glass all over me. There were no previous compromising cracks nor did anything hit my pano sunroof causing this to happen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-passenger-mirror-reverse-malfunction","label":"Passenger side mirror position non-return from reverse","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699593","quote_1_text":"When going into Reverse the passenger side mirror angles down to see curbs. When putting back into Drive it should be going back up to normal angle, but 20% of the time it does not go back up. If you're driving in the dark you may not know it's reverted back up and get into a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-phantom-braking-fca","label":"Forward collision avoidance uncommanded braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520942","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while traveling over a  pedestrian crosswalk, the emergency braking mode was engaged.  The accelerator pedal was applied but the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle went into restricted mode.  A Hyundai Elantra crashed into the rear of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11524034","quote_2_text":"December 5, 2022, while driving on I-20 East in Atlanta, Georgia in the evening, at a speed of 15-20 mph my vehicle abruptly came to a stop in the middle of traffic with no warning and no action prompted by me while driving. There were vehicles positioned in front and behind my…","quote_3_odi":"11735812","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions, the vehicle has abruptly and violently applied the brakes and/or come to a near stop while I was driving on highways and side roads, even though there was nothing in front of me that should have triggered emergency braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-rollaway-parking","label":"Vehicle rollaway while parked on grade","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11577612","quote_1_text":"On 2/17/24 the vehicle was parked in front of my house. There is a slight grade. The vehicle had been parked for approximately 1 hour when my neighbor called me to tell me that the vehicle had rolled down the hill and into his storage building. The vehicle rolled on its own","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"C-Class","model_slug":"c-class","cluster_id":"c300-2023-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure and abnormal wear","component_code":"TIRES:SIDEWALL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11543206","quote_1_text":"while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the driver's side tire exploded. The contact stated that a \"0 PSI driver side front tire\" warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that he observed that the driver's side tire had a portion blown out on the sidewall of the tire","quote_2_odi":"11744607","quote_2_text":"At only 10,167 miles, one tire required replacement due to abnormal wear.  At only 22,780 miles, all 4 tires required full replacement for the same reason.  In total 5 tires have been replaced within 22,780 miles, strongly suggesting an underlying vehicle defect (alignment…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/c-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-airbag-srs-malfunction","label":"Air bag warning light and SRS recall malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11328449","quote_1_text":"RED LIGHT ON AT ALL TIMES ON THE DASHBOARD INDICATING FAULTY AIR BAG. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11290671","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS: FRONTAL- SOUNDS LIKE THE AIRBAG LOCK SPRING IS BROKEN FOR NO REASON. I CAN HEAR THE CLICK WHEN I TURN. THE DIGITAL DASH READS \"FRONT LEFT MALFUNCTION\" AND WON'Y GO AWAY NO MATTER WHAT I PUSH","quote_3_odi":"11184743","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL THE CAR WON'T START AND THIS MESSAGE APPEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering or detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11096760","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON LOCAL STREETS, SUDDENLY I HEARD A CRACKING NOISE FROM THE SUNROOF. AFTER THAT I PULLED MY CAR ASIDE AND NOTICE THAT THERE WAS A SMALL CRACK ON THE SUNROOF. (SEE ATTACHED PHOTOS) THERE WAS NO FALLING FOREIGN OBJECTS, NO IMPACT FROM THE WEATHER","quote_2_odi":"11067174","quote_2_text":"EARLY AFTERNOON WHILE JUST DRIVING OFF AN EXIT IN TN. MY SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING SHARDS OF GLASS TO FLY INTO MY CAR. I HAD MINOR CUTS ON MY LOWER BACK AND ARM FROM THE GLASS COVERING ME WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11425675","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21V197000 (Structure) however, the part to do the recall repair was not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-pcv-crankcase-valve-fault","label":"Crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve fault code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11373754","quote_1_text":"I HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COME ON FOR A CRANKCASE VENT VALVE DEFECT ISSUE, THE PART IS $750 AND COSTS $1,950 WITH INSTALL. UPON IDENTIFYING THE ISSUE, I SPOKE TO THE PARTS DEPARTMENT AT MERCEDES AND THEY SAID THAT THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACING SO MANY OF THESE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"11364326","quote_2_text":"WONT PASS EMMISIONS FOR CRANK SHAFT BREATHER THAT PREVENTS FROM PASSING STATE INSPECTION EMMISIONS FAULT CODE P-052E71","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-power-loss-stall","label":"Sudden loss of power and stalling with 'Pre-Safe' warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":106,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11057132","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED MY NEW CLA250 IN SEPTEMBER 2014. IN AUGUST OF 2015 MY CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED ACCELERATING WHILE DRIVING 65MPH ON THE NJ GARDEN STATE PARKWAY!. THE PRE-SAFE WARNING WAS PRESENT ON MY DASHBOARD. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER WITHOUT CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10630432","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AROUND 65 MILES PER HOUR, THE VEHICLE'S CHECK ENGINE CAME UP AND SAID \" INOPERATIVE, PRE SAFE INACTIVE\" I FREAKED OUT. I WAS AT HIGHWAYS SPEEDS AND IT WAS INOPERATIVE","quote_3_odi":"10628620","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A MAIN ROAD WHEN SUDDENLY THE CAR SHUTS OFF COMPLETELY. I COULD NOT GET IT TO START, NOR PUT IT ON NEUTRAL GEAR, TO AT LEAST PUSH IT AWAY. A MESSAGE IN RED POPS UP ON THE SCREEN THAT SAYS \"SERVICE REQUIRED, DO NOT SHIFT GEARS, VISIT DEALER\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential noise and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11132180","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A DESIGN DEFECT IN THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. MULTIPLE INDEPENDENT REPAIR SHOPS HAVE REPORTED THIS. MERCEDES BENZ HAS AN INTERNAL \"SERVICE TECHNICAL BULLETINS\" TO THEIR DEALERS ON THIS.ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"11098772","quote_2_text":"OVER A YEAR I AM COMPLAINING THAT I AM GETTING UNUSUAL NOISE FROM MY CAR. MERCEDES BENZ SILVER SPRING TOLD ME THAT BECAUSE IT HAS LOW PROFILE TIRE AND RIMS GET BEND FROM INSIDE CAUSING THE NOISE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2014-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel rim cracking and tire sidewall bulging","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11143573","quote_1_text":"GOOD DAY, I AM ATTACHING PHOTOS OF A FAILED RIM FROM MY 2014 CLA 250. THE CAR HAS JUST OVER 54,000 MILES ON IT AND THE FAILURE-CRACK HAS PROPAGATED TO WHERE THE TIRE WILL NO LONGER HOLD AIR AND CAR IS NOT SAFE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10916645","quote_2_text":"I AM WRITING TO RAISE SERIOUS CONCERNS ABOUT THE RUN-FLAT TIRES INSTALLED ON MY 2014 CLA 250. AFTER 12,830 MILES, I EXPERIENCED MY FIRST FLAT TIRE","quote_3_odi":"10716826","quote_3_text":"THE FACTORY TIRES ON THE MERCEDES BENZ CLA 250 ARE DEFECTIVE. ALL 4 TIRES GOT BUBBLES IN THEM WHICH IS A DANGER TO ANYONE DRIVING AS THE TIRES COULD BLOW AT ANY TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Air bag failure to deploy or unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11716914","quote_1_text":"I came out from work. Got in my car and started it and went to make a three-point turn to go the opposite direction on a quiet back street in the airbag deployed halfway through and blew up in my face, causing my hands to be hurt and difficulty with breathing","quote_2_odi":"11094135","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED A CONSTRUCTION SITE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND A WOODEN LIGHT POLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11162549","quote_3_text":"I STARTED THE CAR AND I GOT A MESSAGE STATING THE RIGHT FRONT AIR BAG MALFUNCTIONED. THERE IS A SHORT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-collision-assist-malfunction","label":"Collision Prevention Assist false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11499518","quote_1_text":"Had an update on the software to control collision prevention on the car, and soon afterward it began to deploy at certain spots without any other car in front for at least 50 feet","quote_2_odi":"11057296","quote_2_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER ENTERING A FREEWAY FROM AN ON-RAMP AT APPROXIMATELY 60MPH, WARNING CHIMES FOR COLLISION INDICATOR DEACTIVATED CAME ON, AUTO-DAMPENING OF ENGINE SPEED OCCURRED, AND AUTO-BRAKING OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"11218893","quote_3_text":"I HAVE 2015 CLA250 COLLISION PREVENTION ASSIST DOSE NOT WORK AND IT&#8217;S ALWAYS ON AS ALARM ON MY DASHBOARD AFTER I SEARCH TOO MANY PEOPLE HAVE SAME ISSUES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering or detaching while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11700522","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the roof panel had detached and was tilted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an estimate for the repair was provided","quote_2_odi":"11687298","quote_2_text":"I was driving to work on Thursday, September 11th. Suddenly, I heard a loud noise like an explosion. Upon checking, I saw that my sunroof had exploded, shattering glass everywhere","quote_3_odi":"11446121","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, she heard an abnormal gunshot-like sound coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-pcv-valve-check-engine","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve check engine code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11679767","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The contact stated that occasionally, while driving at various speeds, the vehicle experienced a loss of automotive power","quote_2_odi":"11617709","quote_2_text":"There was a recent extended warranty issued by Mercedes-Benz to repair certain vehicle models free of charge that have a check engine light code P052E","quote_3_odi":"11548401","quote_3_text":"We own a 2015 Mercedes GLA. There has been a voluntary extended warranty due to a known issue on their end for years with this very expensive fix on low mileage cars","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and rear suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11699420","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. While the contact's daughter was driving at an undisclosed speed, the rear suspension collapsed","quote_2_odi":"11695495","quote_2_text":"Mercedes repair shop inspected this car and stated that there is rear-subframe rusting and corrosion. Repair shop states that this is a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11645299","quote_3_text":"Mercedes subframes that prematurely rust or deteriorate. Mercedes has extended warranty for the mentioned parts on some models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11360990","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FROM MERCEDES-BENZ IN FEBRUARY 2019 FOR THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG (SEE ATTACHED COPY)","quote_2_odi":"11066541","quote_2_text":"SINCE OCTOBER, THEY HAVE NOT TAKEN ANY INITIATIVE TO REPAIR OR GATHER THE PARTS TO MAKE THE REPAIR AND I'VE BEEN FEARFUL TO EVEN DRIVE IT","quote_3_odi":"11242138","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-tire-sidewall-blowout","label":"Tire sidewall tearing and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11523578","quote_1_text":"Normal driving, daily driver. The rubber around the inner and outer sidewalls seems soft and tears easily. I have a matching set of these tires on my car, same brand and type, 4 altogether","quote_2_odi":"11457230","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was a loud explosion and she noticed that the front passenger’s side tire had exploded, causing the front passenger’s side headlamp to fracture","quote_3_odi":"11080990","quote_3_text":"ALL 4 TIRES HAVE BLOWN OUT, SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE NEVER HIT ANYTHING TO MAKE THEM BLOW, JUST NORMAL CAREFUL DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2015-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shifting to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":157,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11549868","quote_1_text":"Car randomly shifts to neutral, displays message : \"reverse not available\" or \"transmission malfunction\". Car rapidly slows down causing cars behind to make avoidance maneuvers","quote_2_odi":"11128815","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND WITHOUT WARNING, THE CAR SHIFTED ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND DISPLAYED THE FOLLOWING ERROR MESSAGE: \"TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION STOP.\"","quote_3_odi":"11643769","quote_3_text":"In November 2024, while at a stop, the car shut off. A few weeks later, while driving the car over speed tables/humps, the car shifted from drive into neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-airbag-deploy-fail-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11418261","quote_1_text":"I was involved in an accident and hit on the drivers side front and back door. I thought it was weird the airbags did not deploy. I had over $100k in medical bills and still require another surgery","quote_2_odi":"10966079","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. WHILE DRIVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE UNDERCARRIAGE WAS DAMAGED","quote_3_odi":"10935452","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-airbag-recall-unresolved","label":"Airbag recall unresolved (Takata inflator / clockspring)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11338425","quote_1_text":"STILL NO REMEDY FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG FOR MY 2016 MERCEDES E400. HOW LONG DOES MERCEDES HAVE TO FIX THE PROBLEM?","quote_2_odi":"11035543","quote_2_text":"HELLO, I AM WRITING TO FILE A COMPLAINT THAT I WAS NOT CONTACTED OR INFORMED BY MERCEDES BENZ OR MY DEALER IN BOSTON (MERCEDES BENZ OF BOSTON, HERB CHAMBERS) THAT MY VEHICLE (VIN) WAS AFFECTED BY THE RECENT RECALL REGARDING THE ISSUE WITH THE ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE","quote_3_odi":"11113952","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" THE DRIVER WAS KILLED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON MARCH 21ST 2018 AND THE CAR WAS ON A RECALL. THE ACCIDENT WAS AT OCKECHOBEE ROAD, MIAMI, FL WITH 11TH STREET. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-front-roof-panel-recall","label":"Front stationary roof panel bonding and detachment recall","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11744845","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is exhibiting the same problem as MB Recall Campaign #2021070010 but my MB Vin is not included in the recall even though my make/model of car is on the list. This MB recall campaign is to replace the front stationary sunroof panel","quote_2_odi":"11420467","quote_2_text":"We received a recall notice advising that the stationary roof panel located between the windshield and sunroof was not bonded correctly and could full detach from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11510797","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The contact noticed that the moonroof had fractured in half and then detached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-pcv-valve-p052e","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve fault, code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11465309","quote_1_text":"Got a check engine light at 72,047 miles. Looked up the code at autozone and it is a P052E. After googling this code, discovered this is an EXTREMELY common issue with 2015 & 2016 c and cla class mercedes","quote_2_odi":"11500389","quote_2_text":"P052E: Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance. It is available for inspection upon request. It was a problem that was confirmed by two independent service centers. It first appeared at around 30k miles, then the engine light disappeared","quote_3_odi":"11642317","quote_3_text":"Check engine light with error code P052E. From my research, this is a very common issue with this engine and one that either has been recalled or is planning to be recalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-sunroof-glass-shatters","label":"Sunroof glass shattering or exploding while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11696324","quote_1_text":"The incident that occurred is that my sunroof exploded on me while I was driving. There was know one in front of me nor next to me. Nothing hitting it to cause this, it just exploded","quote_2_odi":"11601535","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 55 MPH, there was a loud explosion coming from the vehicle. The contact later pulled over, and upon inspection, discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered","quote_3_odi":"11057168","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WITH A LARGE NOISE RAINING GLASS DOWN ON US. THERE WERE NO CARS AROUND, NO OBJECTS HIT THE SUNROOF. WE WERE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED ON THE HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling and blowout","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11124464","quote_1_text":"THE TIRES BLEW OUT ON THE NJ TURNPIKE WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 67 MILES PER HOUR. THEY ARE PIRELLI CINTURATO P7 RUN FLAT 225 40R18. ONE OF THE OTHER TIRES HAS A BUBBLE IN IT","quote_2_odi":"10852483","quote_2_text":"WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW MERCEDES BENZ 2016 5 MONTHS AGO. I AM DRIVING ABOUT 28 MILES FROM MY STARTING POINT AND COME TO FIND TWO OF MY FRONT TIRES WITH AIR BUBBLES. COME TO FIND OUT 1 OF MY TIRES EVENTUALLY POPPED AND THE OTHER STILL HAD AN AIR BUBBLE","quote_3_odi":"11152832","quote_3_text":"I LEASED THIS VEHICLE END OF SEPTEMBER 2016 BUT HAVE REPLACED TIRES 6 TIMES WITHIN LAST TWO YEARS DUE TO BUBBLE IN SIDE OF THE TIRES. I DON'T THINK IT IS ISSUE WITH TIRES SINCE I HAVE 2016 BMW WITH SAME TIRES WITHOUT ANY ISSUES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2016-transmission-slips-neutral","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11606153","quote_1_text":"When we are driving the transmission slip intro neutral ramdomly message appear « do not shift in gear, visit dealer » we need to stop the car on the high way put it in park and after in drive","quote_2_odi":"11421996","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes Benz CLA 250. The contact stated that the gear shifter failed. The contact stated that the gear shifted into neutral independently when driving at low speeds. The contact was able to switch the gear back into drive when the failure occurred","quote_3_odi":"11157040","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CLA IN THE RAIN ON THE 405N IN IRVINE, CA AT ABOUT 4PM TO GO TO MY NEW PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT FOR ONBOARDING. I WAS GOING APPROXIMATELY 25-30MPH BECAUSE OF THE WEATHER AND TRAFFIC IT WAS VERY SLOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2017-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbag deploying spontaneously or failing to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11505227","quote_1_text":"The airbag spontaneously deployed while driving. No impact with any other vehicle and no previous damage","quote_2_odi":"11326509","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ C300. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, A VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY MADE A LEFT TURN INTO THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE OF HER VEHICLE CAUSING IT TO ACCELERATE AND JUMP THE CURB EVENTUALLY COMING TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2017-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11051768","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V62700 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT IF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED, IT WOULD CAUSE INJURY TO HER FAMILY. THE CONTACT CALLED A","quote_2_odi":"11084319","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2017-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Gasoline odor entering the cabin","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11384705","quote_1_text":"UPON STARTUP IN COLD WEATHER...STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE CAN BE NOTICED IN PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. INTERNET SEARCH SHOWS THIS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL LINE CONNECTED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP","quote_2_odi":"11602367","quote_2_text":"Approximately 6 months I noticed my vehicle began to emit an odor and is not responsive immediately when I press on the gas. During this time period a yellow check engine light appeared on my dashboard. My local mechanic recommended Christopher Motors in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2017-panoramic-sunroof-detach","label":"Panoramic sunroof detaching or shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11157264","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE TOLL ROAD WHEN OUT OF NO WHERE I HERE A LOUD BOOM AND CRACKLE ABOVE MY HEAD. ALMOST LIKE A FIREWORK WHEN IT GOES OFF. I THOUGHT IT WAS A GUN SHOT. WHEN I LOOKED UP MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF WAS GONE. NOTHING WAS DRIVING IN FRONT OF OR BESIDE","quote_2_odi":"11587142","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated while driving 68-70 MPH, the front roof panel separated from the vehicle and flew off. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V854000 (Structure) and 21V197000 (Structure)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2017-transmission-halfshaft-failure","label":"Transmission disengaging during a turn","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11193961","quote_1_text":"WHILE MAKING A U TURN ON FL-881 FOREST HILLS BLVD , THE HALF SHAFT FAILED, CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO DIS ENGAGE... WHILE ONCOMING TRAFFIC WAS HEADING TOWARD ME. ATTACHED COPY OF MAPS","quote_2_odi":"11191962","quote_2_text":"MAKING A U TURN , ON 3 LANE BLVD, A COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE HAPPENED AND COASTED TO HALT. UPON HALT, TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT ENGAGE, DRIVE OR REVERSE. HAD THERE BEEN HEAVY ON COMING TRAFFIC, I WOULD HAVE BEEN T-BONED CURRENTLY THE VEHICLE IS WITH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-clock-spring-airbag","label":"Clock spring failure and airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11697599","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving and turning the steering wheel to the left, there was an abnormal clicking sound coming from the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11542118","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the steering wheel made a clicking sound while turning, and the mileage button on the steering wheel was inoperable…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-communication-recall-delay","label":"Communication recall repair part unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11433044","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA45. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable…","quote_2_odi":"11427487","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer has not fixed the outstanding software safety recall in a timely fashion. I have contacted them over 10 times and no one has any idea when the software update will be sent and there is no one they can escalate the issue to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-engine-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Engine shutdown and neutral shift while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11029885","quote_1_text":"AS I ACCELERATED OUT OF A LEFT TURN, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL, AND THE DASH INDICATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS 'INOPERABLE'. I PULLED OVER AND TURNED OFF THE IGNITION. WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART, THE VEHICLE STARTED WITH NO ISSUES.","quote_2_odi":"11143405","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE ACCESS ROAD GETTING READY TO MERGE ONTO THE HIGHWAY. I PROCEEDED ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND MADE IT INTO THE MIDDLE LANE GOING AROUND 60 MPH BUT SHORTLY AFTER MY CAR THREW ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11564453","quote_1_text":"The cluster panel lights that indicate speed, fuel, brakes, lights, turn signal, engine light, high beams and all other components of safety of car continue to black out altogether or flash on and off continuous while driving…","quote_2_odi":"11573041","quote_2_text":"Vehicle cluster lights go black while driving...dangerous due to no fuel gauge..no speed gauge... no speedometor..no seat belt warning and no blinkers to exit highway safely…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-pcv-valve-p052e","label":"PCV valve fault with P052E code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11622361","quote_1_text":"I am driving around 55K miles in this car, and my check engine light comes up. I head to a local place to get a code check. The guy looks it up and tells me this is pretty much with EVERY Mercedes CLA around that mile point..…","quote_2_odi":"11626114","quote_2_text":"Check engine code PO52E - Positive Crankcase Ventilation regulator valve performance. Needs to be recalled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-rear-differential-noise","label":"Rear differential noise at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11612753","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 4MATIC is experiencing a knocking noise from the rear differential at low speeds. The issue poses potential driving hazards, including possible loss of control and increased wear on drivetrain components…","quote_2_odi":"11669091","quote_2_text":"When you start off at a slow speed, the rear end of the car starts making a knocking noise. We had it inspected by Mercedes-Benz and they said that it is the rear differential.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2018-roof-panel-water-intrusion","label":"Front roof panel detachment and water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11639023","quote_1_text":"Within 2 weeks after purchasing this vehicle the front stationary roof panel flew off the car. I noticed it when I parked at work in the parking lot. I do not know where the panel is. I retraced my route and did not see it anywhere…","quote_2_odi":"11638024","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the car wash, water entered through the overhead center console…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-crankcase-ventilation-failure","label":"Crankcase ventilation failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11608608","quote_1_text":"Although I bought this 2019 Mercedes Benz CLA 250 less than 1 year ago with 18,600 miles on it, in May 2024 the check engine light came on and the dealer service shop gave the following diagnosis: CRANKCASE VENTILATION HOSE","quote_2_odi":"11629045","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. While the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-fuel-rail-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor or leak from fuel rail","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11723718","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to file a formal safety complaint regarding my 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 involving a leaking fuel rail that caused the vehicle to shut down and become unsafe to operate. The failure of the fuel rail resulted in a fuel leak and engine shutdown","quote_2_odi":"11695763","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor entering the cabin of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-inadvertent-neutral-shift","label":"Inadvertent shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11708296","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission inadvertently shifted to neutral(N), causing a loss of drive power","quote_2_odi":"11703689","quote_2_text":"I was driving my vehicle and it shifted into neutral and would not go back into gear until I pulled over to side of the road, turned it off and back on. A check engine light came on when I restarted the vehicle and I took the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11577393","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for a routine oil change, the contact was informed that the differential was fractured. The dealer provided a cost for the repair however, the vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11607211","quote_2_text":"In December 2023, the check engine light came on. The dealership said it was the rear differential. The dealership fixed the problem under warranty. In July 2024, the problem returned","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-recall-part-unavailable","label":"Recall repair part unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11474756","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes Benz CLA250. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11475972","quote_2_text":"The active brake assist front radar sensor is defective. Mercedes Benz USA has failed to provide the part for repair even through the vehicle is only a few years old. They claim the parts on back order until April 2024, which is totally unacceptable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-sunroof-panel-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof panel failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11685719","quote_1_text":"Structure body: roof and pillars affected Recall ID: 450977 year 2014- 2020 NHTSA campaign # 23v854000 Vehicle affected 2,976 A detached roof panel can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. The vehicle is making a loud noise from the panoramic soon roof","quote_2_odi":"11279980","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA250. WHILE DRIVING 65-70 MPH, AN ABNORMAL EXPLOSIVE SOUND WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF HAD EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUN ROOF WAS NOT IMPACTED BY ROAD DEBRIS AT THE TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-2019-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11558702","quote_1_text":"The rims of the Mercedes continually crack with moderate low speed driving. Has happened 4 to 5 times with under 50,000 miles, leaving me with constant flat tires, once on the George Washington bridge and once at night in a deserted area with zero warning","quote_2_odi":"11553223","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact stated that on several occasions, several cracks were discovered on all four rims upon inspection. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the dealer, and the contact was informed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11730462","quote_1_text":"The back-up camara is stuck open on the trunk for more than 30 days now. When I put it in reverse the camara will show for about 5 seconds and then go back to the home screen. I brought this to the attention of my advisor and he said that its a known issue","quote_2_odi":"11686937","quote_2_text":"My back up camera badge located at the trunk has been permanently stuck open for a few months now when I put car in reverse the screen shows my camera for 2 seconds then disappears and goes back to my Home Screen","quote_3_odi":"11660388","quote_3_text":"when reversing, the central display shows backup camera for a couple seconds before turning to a black screen and a message saying the rearview camera is not working properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2020-engine-stall-turbo","label":"Engine stalling and turbo failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11759627","quote_1_text":"The turbo and turbo charger is going out on my car","quote_2_odi":"11614748","quote_2_text":"Engine was failed prior to purchase, it is available for inspection. Engine jerks while driving. Dealer changed engine and problem got worse. Vehicle was inspected at Mercedes Benz Manhattan","quote_3_odi":"11500957","quote_3_text":"Approximately several weeks ago, the check engine light illuminated in my vehicle. No issues were present at that time. Shortly after, approximately a week later, the vehicle began to stutter when reversing or driving on surface streets after being on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2020-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Recall remedy delayed or parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11438063","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLA35. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11568628","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V732000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Equipment); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11312261","quote_3_text":"I SIGNED A LEASE AGREEMENT WITH A MERCEDES-BENZ DEALER ON A 2020 CLA 250 4MATIC CAR. HOWEVER, DUE TO A PENDING RECALL, THE DEALER CANNOT DELIVER THE CAR TO ME (AFTER A WEEK OF SIGNING THE LEASE CONTRACT) BECAUSE MERCEDES-BENZ USA INSTRUCTS THEM TO HOLD THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLA-Class","model_slug":"cla-class","cluster_id":"cla-class-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shatter","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11728141","quote_1_text":"While driving, the panoramic sunroof on my 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA250 4MATIC shattered unexpectedly while fully closed. The interior sunshade was also closed at the time. There was no prior damage and no discernible impact","quote_2_odi":"11454912","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz CLA250C. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH, he heard an explosion and saw that the panoramic sunroof had shattered. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11519496","quote_3_text":"On 4/27 I was driving home on the freeway and there were little to no cars around me. There were no large trucks or debris coming from above me and there was no harsh weather. I heard a loud pop when i was driving and I pulled over and my whole sunroof shattered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/cla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2012-brake-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Brake and steering loss of control at speed","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2012-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10478737","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT DECELERATE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED SIMULTANEOUSLY AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS. T THE MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN CONTACTED","quote_2_odi":"10472927","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES BENZ CLS550. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT DECELERATE. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED SIMULTANEOUSLY AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2012-camshaft-sensor-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft position sensor oil leak into wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11383783","quote_1_text":"CAM LINK SENSOR LEAKS OIL ONTO ENGINE HARNESS, FRYING ALL ELECTRIC COMPONENTS, CAUSING VEHICLE TO STUTTER WHILE OPERATING","quote_2_odi":"11320626","quote_2_text":"ENGINE STARTED MISFIRING AND WOULD GO INTO LIMP MODE SO I BROUGHT IT TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTIC AND WAS TOLD OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE CAMSHAFT SENSORS INTO THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS AND ECU. ALL OF WHICH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF OVER $6033.00 AND THE CAR HAS ONLY","quote_3_odi":"11122317","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY 6MONTH OLD BABY AND SUDDENLY MY CAR SURGES AND LOSES POWER. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT FLASHES AND I MOVE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WITH ALMOST NO ACCELERATION. TURN OFF THE ENGINE, WAIT A WHILE THEN TURN IT BACK ON AND HEAD BACK HOME. THE CEL STAYED ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2012-fuel-tank-sender-leak","label":"Fuel tank sending unit crack and leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11130069","quote_1_text":"\"FUEL LEAKING FROM GAS TANK\" AFTER SMELLING A STRONG FUEL SMELL BOTH INSIDE AND OUT SIDE MY VEHICLE I TOOK TO MERCEDES 9/17/18 TO SEE IF THEY KNEW OF THE ISSUE OF IF THERE WAS SOME TYPE OR RECALL ON MY VEHICLE REGARDING A FUEL ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11676483","quote_2_text":"There is a strong odor of gasoline coming from the drivers side rear. I conducted a Google search on the issue and there are a lot of instances of the same thing. It appears to be the Gas Tank Sending Unit, they have a tendency to crack and leak","quote_3_odi":"11649224","quote_3_text":"I have Mercedes Benz CLS 550. Whenever I fill up a tank full, I smell gas in the CAR and in my garage. After researching the cause of this issue , I found its a common issue with Mercedes Benz older vehicles where the fuel sender unit cracks and start leaking Gas which is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2012-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and perforation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11691475","quote_1_text":"Mercedes-Benz offers an extended warranty, effectively a 20-year/unlimited mileage coverage, for the rear subframe due to corrosion with perforation, covering specific model years my vehicles make and model are included. I’m having the issues they claim free repair for","quote_2_odi":"11497585","quote_2_text":"The rear subframe rusted from the inside out causing structural failure of the subframe. This lead to twisting of the chassis under hard braking causing difficulty in controlling the vehicle. As you can imagine, controlling a vehicle when needing to abruptly stop is very","quote_3_odi":"11611787","quote_3_text":"Premature rusting on brake and fuel lines which lead to further issues with driveability and saftey. This us caused by the same defects leading to the Premature rust on the subframe that can cause a serious wreck on the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2012-sunroof-glass-visibility-failure","label":"Sunroof glass and windshield visibility failures","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11543426","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate","quote_2_odi":"11544104","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS550. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, upon adjusting the sun visor, the sun visor detached, compromising driving visibility. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the sun visor","quote_3_odi":"11638910","quote_3_text":"The vehicle sunroof exploded while traveling on the interstate. Stopped and inspected the vehicle to find no impact objects inside the vehicle. Later reviewed online that this was a common problem with this modern Mercedes and the item is already under recall but not my year. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2019-48v-battery-engine-shutdown","label":"48V battery malfunction causes engine shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11434449","quote_1_text":"While driving on an interstate highway, I received a yellow \"48V Battery malfunction\" notice. Because this battery had failed before, I had read on internet forums that the car could just stop working, so I took the next exit (about 3-4 miles). At the top of the ramp, I had a","quote_2_odi":"11182100","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW MERCEDES CLS53 2019. THERE APPEARS TO BE AN ON-GOING ISSUE WITH THE STARTER BATTERY. WITHIN 60 DAYS OF THE PURCHASE, THE ORIGINAL STARTER BATTERY REQUIRED A REPLACEMENT BATTERY. IN ADDITION, THE CAR DASHBOARD AND THE MERCEDES ME APPLICATION CONTINUE TO REFLECT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2019-rotor-wear-steering-shake","label":"Premature rotor wear causes steering wheel shake","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11280637","quote_1_text":"UPON DRIVING OVER CERTAIN BUMPS IN THE ROAD, THE SUSPENSION HAS THE SENSATION THAT THE WHEELS AND/OR LUG NUTS ARE LOOSE. THIS PRODUCES A DISTURBING SIDE TO SIDE MOVEMENT THAT FEELS LIKE THE VEHICLE LACKS CONTROL. THIS CONDITION IS RELATED TO THE FACT THAT ROTORS WEAR OUT","quote_2_odi":"11300055","quote_2_text":"I AM ALSO HAVING THE IDENTICAL PROBLEM ISSUE AS STATED IN: NHTSA ID NUMBER: 11280637","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2019-tire-blowouts-run-flat","label":"Tire blowouts on run-flat tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632398","quote_1_text":"I have had 5 tire blow outs on my 2019 CLS 450 Mercedes. I purchased the car in August of 2023 and since that time I have experienced 5 tire blow outs on brand new tires within a 1-year time frame. When I got the tire blow outs all of them were while I was driving in local city","quote_2_odi":"11510194","quote_2_text":"I was scared for my life. I was driving on the freeway and went to change lanes then all of a sudden i lost control and slid sideways and luckily didn’t hit anything. These tires only have 3000 miles on them and are COMPLETELY BALD!! This is not safe and horrible. Falken needs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2019-wheel-cracks-normal-driving","label":"Wheels crack under normal driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11552658","quote_1_text":"I have had to replace 3 wheels at great cost due to cracks. I believe the wheels are defectively designed. The wheels cannot support the vehicle's weight. The cast iron aluminum wheels together with the low profile run flat tires contribute to a road hazard and dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11546407","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG CLS53. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH on a bumpy road surface, the vehicle started shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that an unknown wheel had cracked","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"CLS-Class","model_slug":"cls-class","cluster_id":"cls-class-2019-wiring-harness-loss-of-power","label":"Electrical wiring harness failure causes loss of power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11680421","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz CLS450. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the failure persisted; however, the contact was able","quote_2_odi":"11580697","quote_2_text":"My car started shaking and after putting it on the computer it was an electrical wiring harness issue. I was told it will be 6 k to replace both harnesses. It’s been 8 months and they just received the part. The service tech told me that these cars have this issue due to the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/cls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2010-airmatic-suspension","label":"Air suspension dropping or failing to inflate","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11073984","quote_1_text":"THE REAR SUSPENSION AIR BAGS, SOLENOID DISTRIBUTION VALVE AND AIRMATIC COMPRESSOR REQUIRE REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE MERCEDES DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT. REAR SUSPENSION DROPS NEARLY TO THE GROUND WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND VEHICLE IS UNSAFE TO OPERATE","quote_2_odi":"11066132","quote_2_text":"THE AIR SUSPENSION INTERMITTENTLY DROPS THE CAR, RESULTING IN A WARNING LIGHT THAT SAYS CAR TOO LOW, PULL OVER. YOU HAVE TO STOP THE CAR WHEREVER IT HAPPENS IMMEDIATELY AS THE CAR IS SO LOW IT RUBS THE WHEELS ON THE WHEEL WELLS","quote_3_odi":"11089938","quote_3_text":"MY CAR DROPS OVER NIGHT. SOME DAYS MY FRONT WOULD DROP TO THE FLOOR. SOME DAYS MY REAR AND SOME DAYS THE WHOLE CAR WILL BE ON THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2010-fuel-sending-unit-odor","label":"Fuel odor from fuel pump sending unit seal","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11562448","quote_1_text":"This is in regard to E350 2010. Gas smell after tank fill up (only when full). Fuel pump cover on the driver side under the back seat. The tank cover (plastic) breaks and leaks","quote_2_odi":"11067063","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE EMIT A FUEL ODOR FROM THE REAR. THIS IS DUE TO FUEL LEAKS COMING FROM THE GAS TANK ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"11282585","quote_3_text":"FUEL ODOR AFTER REFUELING TO FULL TANK, GAS ODOR ONLY WHEN OUTSIDE OF CAR. NO GAS ODOR AFTER FUEL LEVEL HAS DROPPED ABOUT 1/8TH (7/8TH STILL IN TANK)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2010-rear-subframe-brake","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643335","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","quote_2_odi":"11528920","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake line fractured and the low brake fluid warning light illuminated; however, the contact stated he was able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11522257","quote_3_text":"Per the technician: \"the rear subframe is rusted out and the lateral strut arm is starting to break away\". Because of this issue, the car unknowingly presented a safety risk to occupants and other drivers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2010-takata-airbag-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10985114","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM MERCEDES DATED MAY, 2016 REGARDING RECALL # 20160220003 FDRIVE-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE. NHTSA RECALL #16-V-081. IT HAS BEEN A YEAR AND I CONTACTED THEM REGARDING THIS ISSUE AND THEY STILL HAVE NO FIX AND NO ETA FOR A FIX","quote_2_odi":"11048226","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL (DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG)","quote_3_odi":"11141796","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL IN DEC 2017 I WAS NOTIFIED THAT MY AIRBAG INITIATORS REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AND PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE BY MARCH 31,2018. ACCORDING TO MERCEDES THEY HAVE NO IDEA AS OF TODAY (10/22/2018) WHEN THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2010-transmission-shifts-to","label":"Transmission self-shifts to park while slowing","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":257,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11091035","quote_1_text":"CAR SHIFTING FROM DRIVE OR REVERSE INTO PARK ON IT'S OWN","quote_2_odi":"11452840","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission shifted to PARK before the vehicle came to a full stop","quote_3_odi":"11406755","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SLAMS ITSELF INTO PARK WHEN MOVING UNDER 5MPH. THIS MOSTLY OCCURS WHEN TEMPERATURES ARE ABOVE ABOUT 75-80 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2011-airmatic-suspension-leak","label":"Air suspension (Airmatic) leak and sag","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11205945","quote_1_text":"THE AIRMATIC SUSPENSION ON THIS VEHICLE HAS PREMATURE WEAR AS DO MANY OTHERS. THE AIR SHOCK COMPONENTS LEAK AIR CAUSING THE CAR TO LOWER DANGEROUSLY TO THE GROUND. IT OCCURS STATIONARY, WHILE IN MOTION, AT VARIOUS DRIVING SITUATIONS","quote_2_odi":"11469220","quote_2_text":"The air suspension started leaning heavily on one side after being parked for 12+ hours. And 2 days ago, while warming up the car, air suspension did not stop pumping air until front right air strut blew up","quote_3_odi":"11228663","quote_3_text":"AIR SUSPENSION APPEARS TO BE LEAKING. AFTER SITTING IN MY GARAGE OVERNIGHT THE BODY OF THE 2011 MERCEDES E550 IS LOWERED BY ALMOST 2 INCHES. WHEN I START THE CAR AFTER SITTING LESS THAN 24 HOURS, A PROMPT ON THE DASH INFORMATION SCREEN INDICATES \"VEHICLE RISING, PLEASE WAIT\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2011-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and leak after refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11566557","quote_1_text":"With less than 40,000 miles on the odometer, I noticed a gas smell both inside the car and outside. I was able to access the fuel filter assembly on the top of the gas tank and found it had a substantial leak resulting in a puddle of fuel on the assembly","quote_2_odi":"11441470","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, a strong fuel odor was detected inside the cabin of the vehicle. The contact rolled down the windows, but the fuel odor was still detectable","quote_3_odi":"11058531","quote_3_text":"THE STATED VEHICLE DEVELOPED STRONG GAS FUME SMELL AFTER FILL-UPS A FEW MONTHS BACK AT AROUND 36000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2011-neck-pro-headrest-deployment","label":"Spontaneous NECK-PRO headrest deployment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11753259","quote_1_text":"Without an impact or collision, my car's passenger seat headrest shot out. I've been checking and others have done this as well. This morning, the driver's side headrest shot out without impact or collision","quote_2_odi":"11508406","quote_2_text":"Both headrests have now exploded in this car. I see there have been class actions lawsuits filed but Mercedes got these dismissed. There is a cheap plastic piece that holds the headrest in place which just explodes without any impact or accident","quote_3_odi":"11464681","quote_3_text":"I was pulling up the passenger seat to put something in the backseat of my parked car. The headrest unexpectedly deployed and a small plastic piece broke off. Now I am fearful this could happen when driving the car, potentially harming myself or others","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2011-subframe-brake-line-rust","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11683829","quote_1_text":"Brake lines have completely rusted through. Car had additional rust issues on the subframe which Mercedes admitted and replaced as part of an extended warranty . When that was repaired they never mentioned the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11506572","quote_2_text":"The rear subframe has prematurely rusted. It had a shear failure at speed on the highway when I applied the brakes. The rear end of the car swerved, almost causing me to crash","quote_3_odi":"11500100","quote_3_text":"The vehicle felt like it was all over the road at highway speeds. Took it to a mechanic and the rear subframe had become weakened with premature rust","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11054210","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 16V081 WAS ISSUED ON FEBRUARY 11, 2017. NEARLY TWO YEARS LATER, NO REMEDIATION IS YET AVAILABLE. I AM THE CURRENT OWNER AND A RESIDENT OF MARIETTA, GEORGIA","quote_2_odi":"11089608","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, SEVEN YEARS, NO REMEDY, NO TIMELINE OR ESTIMATE FOR REMEDY","quote_3_odi":"11046644","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I KEEP GETTING NOTICES TO CALL MY DEALER FOR A FREE REPLACEMENT.IT HAS BEEN SEVERAL YEARS AND THE ONE AND ONLY DEALER ON THIS ISLAND HAS NOT RECEIVED ANY REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS TO DATE. I WANT A REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2012-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11323656","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN WAITING THREE YEARS FOR REPAIR OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG, TAKATA, THAT HAS BEEN RECALLED. PASSENGERS ARE AFRAID TO DRIVE IN THE VEHICLE, RIGHTFULLY SO. I THINK THREE YEARS IS MORE THAN ENOUGH TIME TO ACCOMPLISH A REPAIR. I WOULD LIKE A REPAIR. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11166312","quote_2_text":"RECALL DATE WAS CLOSE TO (2 YR) YEAR AGO . RECALL DATE WAS 1/18/2017 AND IT IS NOW 1/10/2019 AND THE DEALERSHIP SAYS IT STILL DOES NOT HAVE REPLACEMENT AIR BAGS. PASSENGERS REFUSE TO SIT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. USE OF THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN COMPROMISED","quote_3_odi":"11101792","quote_3_text":"MY LOCAL DEALER (MERCEDES BENZ OF FORT MYERS) HAS NOT HAD THE PARTS TO FIX THIS RECALL, AND HAS NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL HAVE THEM. IT'S BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE THE RECALL WAS ISSUED, WITH NO RESOLUTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2012-camshaft-solenoid-oil","label":"Camshaft solenoid oil leaking into engine wiring harness","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11010739","quote_1_text":"2012 E350 COUPE. CAR WAS MAKING AN ODD \"CLUNKING\" NOISE WHEN STARTED, BUT WOULD FADE OR IDLE OUT AFTER A COUPLE OF SECONDS. TOOK IT INTO MB SERVICE TODAY AND WAS JUST INFORMED THAT MY CAR HAS A CAMSHAFT PROBLEM AND IT'S WEARING ON THE RIGHT CYLINDER HEAD","quote_2_odi":"11439339","quote_2_text":"Cam adjustment solenoids leak oil into the engine wiring harness causing component failures, rough running and stalling. This problem was diagnosed and replaced by the dealer at 48k miles and has returned at 116k miles","quote_3_odi":"11487171","quote_3_text":"Camshaft sensors and solenoid leak oil internally which then gets into the sensors electrical connector. From the the oil enters the engine wire harness through capillary action maki g it’s way to other sensors and ultimately the DME (Digital Motor Electronics)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2012-esl-ignition-key","label":"Electronic steering lock and ignition key failures","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11661609","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel lock module steering wheel was locked in place and vehicle wouldn’t do anything","quote_2_odi":"11521883","quote_2_text":"My car will not start and I get a message stating \"Remove key from ignition\" every time I insert the key to try to start the car. It appears that the ESL has failed","quote_3_odi":"11340752","quote_3_text":"CAR AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTS TO PARK WHEN GOING BELOW 10MPH OR WHEN BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2012-fuel-tank-filter-leak","label":"Fuel filter and fuel tank leaks excluded from recall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11482805","quote_1_text":"Everytime I fill up gas tank and park car in garage. Strong gas smell fumes","quote_2_odi":"11324526","quote_2_text":"GASOLINE SMELL IN CABIN AS WELL AS GARAGE WHEN REFUELING WITH VISIBLE GASOLINE ON TOP OF TANK. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11540032","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that there was a fuel odor inside and outside the vehicle. The contact stated that after lifting the rear seats, he became aware of a puddle of fuel near the housing. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2012-subframe-brake-line","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11599557","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe has rust perforation causing instability and stopping issues with the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11636765","quote_2_text":"2012 e350 both rear brake metal lines rusted out January 2025 brakes gave out. This is definitely connected to the rear subframe rusting too","quote_3_odi":"11635072","quote_3_text":"Rear subframe corrosion and in addition, rear break line corrosion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-camshaft-solenoid-oil","label":"Camshaft solenoid oil leak and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11729841","quote_1_text":"Last April, during our routine oil change our mechanic pointed out that our Cam sensors were wicking oil into the harness and making its way to the ECM. This is the first we had ever heard of this issue and the repair was $2400 or so","quote_2_odi":"11321826","quote_2_text":"I AM REPORTING A FINDING ON MY ENGINE (M276) THAT IS THE SAME RELATED TO OTHER MERCEDES ENGINE MODELS M272 AND M273. RECENTLY, I DISCOVERED OIL IN ALL FOUR (4) ENGINE CAMSHAFT SOLENOID (P/N 276-156-07-90) CONNECTORS AND THE WIRE HARNESS PLUG","quote_3_odi":"11424080","quote_3_text":"The vehicle had been taken to the local dealer an hour before the failure and was diagnosed that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-steering-column-tilt","label":"Electric steering column tilt adjustment failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10810500","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT TO MOVE STEERING WHEEL UP AND/OR DOWN BECOMES INOPERABLE. HOWEVER THE IN & OUT ADJUSTMENT STILL WORKS. THIS MAKES PROPER STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG LOCATION IMPOSSIBLE","quote_2_odi":"11291841","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRIC STEERING COLUMN ADJUSTMENT TO MOVE STEERING WHEEL UP AND/OR DOWN (TILT FEATURE) HAS BECOMES INOPERABLE (THE TELESCOPIC ADJUSTMENT FEATURE STILL WORKS). THIS MAKES PROPER STEERING WHEEL AND AIR BAG LOCATION IMPOSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"11318704","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HER SPOUSE DROVE HER VEHICLE THE STEERING WHEEL WAS ADJUSTED TO HIS DESIRED POSITION AND AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS THE CONTACT NOTICED THE WHEEL WAS REMAINED IN THE LAST POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-subframe-brake-line","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11396413","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY CAR IN FOR ITS ANNUAL SERVICE ON JANUARY 21, 2021, AND WAS TOLD THAT THE REAR SUBFRAME AND BRAKE LINES WERE SO BADLY RUSTED THAT THE CAR WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11531038","quote_2_text":"On July 5, 2023, I was driving my 2013 Mercedes E350, when a red text warning appeared in the speedometer display: \"BRAKE Check Brake Fluid Level\". I immediately took my car to the dealer's repair shop at Contemporary Motor Cars in Little Silver, NJ","quote_3_odi":"11588455","quote_3_text":"The brake fluid lines rusted. The front line, due to the rusted hole, leaked brake fluid to the point that the car had little to no braking ability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11403894","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11351149","quote_2_text":"SAFETY RECALL INTERIM NOTICE ABOUT A SAFETY DEFECT FOR MY VEHICLE WAS RECEIVED ON MARCH 19, 2019. STATES A PASSENGER SIDE INFLATOR EXPLOSION COULD OCCUR. AT TIME OF NOTICE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11386082","quote_3_text":"I'VE BEEN TOLD FOR OVER 2 YEARS NOW THAT MERCEDES WAS GOING TO REPLACE THESE TAKATA AIRBAGS. IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE DONE NO LATER THAN MAY 2020. STILL NOTHING NOR ANY FOLLOW UP FROM MERCEDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10573213","quote_1_text":"CAR ACCELERATES SUDDENLY IN SPITE OF FOOT ON BRAKE. AT TIMES FOOT WAS PUT LIGHTLY ON THE GAS AND CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THESE INCIDENTS HAPPENED AT LEAST 3 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10850440","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING INTO THE GARAGE AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE UNINTENDEDLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10945397","quote_3_text":"WHILE PARALLEL PARKING IN FRONT OF A SMALL RESTAURANT IN A LARGE NORTH TEXAS CITY THE VEHICLE QUICKLY ACCELERATED BACKWARDS AT A HIGH SPEED BACKWARDS, CLIMBING OVER A SIDEWALK CURB AN THEN CLIMBED OVER A NEARLY 3 FOOT HIGH RETAINING WALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-e-class-2013-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking after pothole impact","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10893192","quote_1_text":"I FIRST HAD A TIRE BLOW-UP IN A MINOR POTHOLE. GOT IT REPAIRED AT THE DEALERSHIP. HOWEVER, RECENTLY I HIT ANOTHER MINOR POTHOLE IN NEW JERSEY, AND THIS TIME, THE RIM OF THE WHEEL CRACKED!","quote_2_odi":"10731112","quote_2_text":"AS I DROVE ONTO A FREEWAY ONRAMP, MY RIGHT FRONT TIRE HIT A POTHOLE, CAUSING THE TIRE TO BLOW OUT AND LOSE ALL AIR RESULTING IN THE CAR BEING UNCONTROLLABLE AND NOT DRIVEABLE","quote_3_odi":"10721901","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE RIMS WOULD COME OUT OF SHAPE AND DEFORM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-camshaft-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft sensor oil leak into wiring harness","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11602721","quote_1_text":"Engine camshaft position sensors are leaking oil which has \"wicked\" into the engine wiring harness and ECU","quote_2_odi":"11584134","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Mercedes started getting a fault light with multiple performance issues","quote_3_odi":"11438188","quote_3_text":"Mercedes Benz had a previous recall Campaign # 2009100001 which affected vehicles until 2012 and mine is a 2014 model E350","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-fuel-leak-odor","label":"Fuel tank and fuel line odor and leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11616525","quote_1_text":"I have a 2014 E350 Coupe. It has a major fuel leak that is immensely dangerous and could cause immediate harm/death if I did not remove the seat and inspect the fuel line. There is a recall on the 4 door model for reference","quote_2_odi":"11687667","quote_2_text":"Fuel smell in the rear of the car, it was checked by a indepent mechanic and the tank is leaking fuel. They said is the Fuel filter which is usually faulty in this model","quote_3_odi":"11607985","quote_3_text":"Fuel Leakage from the top of the Fuel Tank, leaking underneath the back seat. I'm told there was a past campaign to fix these issues in the Sedan Mercedes Benz E350","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11702194","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, and occasionally while starting the vehicle, the steering wheel seized, and the message “Power Steering Malfunction” was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11679228","quote_2_text":"While driving, the steering from left to right started to get choppy or hard. With the cruise control on, I ran off the road because of the fight between the rack and pinion(steering wheel) and the cruise control","quote_3_odi":"11516639","quote_3_text":"My electric power steering failed. It often resets and can be unpredictable when it wants to fail again. It’s an intermittent problem that local dealer tried to fix with a software update but did not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-speaker-amp-smoke","label":"Speaker amplifier smoke and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11677680","quote_1_text":"I've had the car for 3 years and its all stock. It has 38,500 miles and today out of no where the driver side speaker in the door started making a crackling and popping noise. Smoke started coming from the speaker and filled the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11633188","quote_2_text":"While driving in stop and go traffic I heard a loud popping noise from the dash area and smoke started filling the cabin","quote_3_odi":"11458582","quote_3_text":"I was driving in the Dallas area at highway speed (approx 70mph) during rush-hour traffic when a crackling sound presented in the dashboard area from what appeared to be the sound system (Harmon Kardon surround system)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-subframe-brake-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751724","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe rotted / corroded. Rear brake lines rotted and rear springs broken from corrosion . Mercedes refuses to address the issues under warranty except the subframe issue . Almost crashed on i-84 with child in vehicle due to rear control arm being rotted from subframe","quote_2_odi":"11609273","quote_2_text":"Rear subframe snapped under hard braking on the highway and caused my to veer into leftmost lane. It was terrifying and a severe hazard on the highway. Had vehicle towed to my house","quote_3_odi":"11699458","quote_3_text":"Badly corroded rear brake lines requiring replacement on a rust free car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2014-takata-airbag-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall parts backorder","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":303,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11383027","quote_1_text":"MERCEDES HAS REFUSED TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE TAKATA AIRBAG SINCE FEBRUARY OF 2019 MAKING DIFFERENT EXCUSES WHY THEY CAN'T REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WITH KNOWLEDGE THAT IF ACCIDENT CAN BE LIFE THREATENING","quote_2_odi":"11351721","quote_2_text":"I CANNOT GET MY 2014 MB E350 CABRIOLET TAKATA AIRBAG THAT HAS BEEN RECALLED REPAIRED BY MY DEALERSHIP. IT IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE HERE IN VERY HOT PHOENIX ARIZONA","quote_3_odi":"11312226","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED AIRBAG RECALL NOTICE ONE YEAR AGO IN FEBRUARY 2019 AND AFTER CALLING THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP THREE TIMES, HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT THE NEW PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-collision-avoidance-failure","label":"Collision avoidance system failure to warn or brake","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11072118","quote_1_text":"COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM (PRESAFE PLUS) FAILED TO WARN (AS ADVERTISED BY MBUSA) OF AN IMMINENT REAR END COLLISION ON AN EXPRESSWAY","quote_2_odi":"10888970","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ E63 EQUIPPED WITH DISTRONIC PLUS ACTIVE CRUISE CONTROL AND PRE-SAFE BRAKING. WHILE DRIVING 55, MPH THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10767459","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES BENZ E400. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED WITH A DISTRONIC DEVICE THAT ALLOWED THE CONTACT TO STOP THE VEHICLE IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-fuel-pump-cabin-leak","label":"Fuel pump housing leak with cabin fumes","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729767","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Complaint Vehicle: 2015 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Gas Fuel Pump Filter Housing Defective Know Manufacture defect -Fuel pooling under rear seat causing fumes in cabin. Health and fire risk","quote_2_odi":"11715876","quote_2_text":"2015 E3350 SMELLS GAS INSIDE CABIN, A MECHANIC DETECTED A FUEL LEAK IN THE ELECTRIC PUMP THAT IS LOCATED BEHIND THE DRIVERS SEAT. 70000 MILES NO WARNING LIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-panoramic-roof-cracking","label":"Panoramic sunroof cracking and glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11557862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made abnormally loud cracking sounds","quote_2_odi":"10836462","quote_2_text":"EXPLODING FRONT PANORAMIC ROOD GLASS PANEL PART # 212-780-11-21 SLIDING ROOD PANEL. DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY ROAD 50 MILE AN HOUR NO ROCKS OR OTHER CARS. WINDOW PANEL EXPLODED LIKE HEARING A GUN SHOT SOUND","quote_3_odi":"11660857","quote_3_text":"Panoramic Sunroof bonding and bolts loose causing constant horrific cracking/clanking sounds due to shifting of glass. Possible frame and airbag damage, possible glass falling, possible injury/accident/death","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11707570","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to steer in either direction","quote_2_odi":"11520990","quote_2_text":"Electric power steering assist failure. Causing power steering to fail making steering very difficult, raising the chance for a crash","quote_3_odi":"10893613","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE SENSORS RELATING TO STEERING AND TIRES PROVIDED INCORRECT AND DANGEROUS INFORMATION THAT ADVERSELY AFFECTED THE STEERING CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH RESULTED IN THE VEHICLE DEPARTING A SUBURBAN, RESIDENTIAL ROADWAY WHILE IN MOTION, STRIKING A TREE AND KILLING THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-subframe-brake-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion with brake line failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11491007","quote_1_text":"The rear subframe of the car (MB E350, 2015 with 81,000 miles) is completely rusted/corroded through creating an unsafe situation where the car pulled left on braking with resultant loss of control of the vehicle as it spun out","quote_2_odi":"11620728","quote_2_text":"The sub frame of this car is being replaced under a warranty extension due to severe rusting and separation creating an extremely unsafe driving condition","quote_3_odi":"11601998","quote_3_text":"I had a brake line blowout in my 2015 Benz E350 rear brake line blowout. The rear lines were complete rusted out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11413057","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ E400. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V010000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11299464","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED RECALL FOR PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG FEB 2019 AND IT STILL HAS NOT BE REPLACED. MB DEALER CAN'T ORDER THE BAG BECAUSE MBUSA STILL HAS MY CASE ON PENDING","quote_3_odi":"11055456","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL #17V627, I WAS NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL BUT UNABLE TO GET THE DEFECTIVE PARTS REPLACED AS THE DEALER REPORTED THAT REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"mb-e-class-2015-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Tire sidewall bubbling and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11518594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz E350 equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: Altimax RT43, Tire Size: 245/45/17, DOT Number: 838RWC094518","quote_2_odi":"11081580","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A PRE-CERTIFIED 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ E350 4MATIC SPORT WITH 19,550 MILES ON 3/9/18. WITHIN THE FIRST 175 MILES DRIVEN I HAVE EXPERIENCED A FLAT TIRE FROM COMPLETE SIDEWALL FAILURE IN ONE TIRE (WHICH WAS A NEWER, NON-ORIGINAL) AND TWO SIDEWALL BUBBLES ON TWO OF THE","quote_3_odi":"10776518","quote_3_text":"DEFECTIVE CONTINENTAL TIRE WITH SIDEWALL BUBBLES ON SIX MONTH OLD 2015 MERCEDES BENZ E350. MERCEDES BENZ OF BUCKHEAD ACKNOWLEDGED THE TIRE WAS DEFECTIVE AND REPLACED IT AT NO COST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-engine-seal-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak from timing chain and gasket seals","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11578739","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle would display a vibration sensation. The check engine light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the head gasket had","quote_2_odi":"11435866","quote_2_text":"Re-Seal Upper Timing Covers of the cylinder head timing covers are seeping. 2016 E350 has less thank 19k on it. The fluids can potentially leak onto the roads causing a hazard, it is also a fire hazard, as well as an environmental issue. This was identified by Revolution","quote_3_odi":"11624470","quote_3_text":"Mercedes Benz has a recall on several models including E-Class (E 200, E 220, E 280, E 350) experiencing timing chain problems. The timing chain is an important component of the engine, as it helps to coordinate the timing of the engine’s various parts. I am currently having the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel system leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11713777","quote_1_text":"Fuel odor is very apparent (while idle) but difficult to identify location. Same models seem to have recalls for fuel injectors/rails but not this specific VIN. I believe the issue might be of similar recall. I will have the car diagnosed soon","quote_2_odi":"11603751","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump assembly Seals leaked fuel into my vehicle and saturated the interior of my car","quote_3_odi":"11541935","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and shut off inside the garage, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor detected. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a cracked fuel filter that needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11508308","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E400. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, a message indicating a power steering malfunction was displayed and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where an unknown software update was","quote_2_odi":"11462520","quote_2_text":"I was waiting at a light when the message “steering wheel malfunction” can up. I was forced to turn left, which I did with great difficulty as the power assist stop working. I managed to go straight 3 blocks despite the hard steering with my emergency lights on at 5 mph and turn","quote_3_odi":"10820475","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE STEERING SYSTEM SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. DURING THE CRASH, THE MESSAGE \"MALFUNCTION\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11750938","quote_1_text":"The rear subframe is defective and subject to premature corrosion and failure of parts that connect to the rear suspension. Due to the fracturing of the joints connecting to the suspension, my car was at risk of going out of control when needing to brake at higher speeds. The","quote_2_odi":"11544258","quote_2_text":"I received a letter from Mercedes-Benz USA LLC located at 1 Mercedes-Benz drive Sandy springs Georgia 30328 phone number 800-367-6372. This letter advised me of the extension of warranty coverage on the rear subframe of my vehicle to 20 years with unlimited mileage cover. I call","quote_3_odi":"11440184","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that there was an oil burning odor present inside and outside of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the engine drive belts were faulty, and corrosion was present on the motor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-speed-control-fault","label":"Unintended acceleration and ADAS speed control faults","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10914397","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS TRAVELING AT 65 MILES PER HOUR IN THE HIGH OCCUPANCY VEHICLE LANE OF THE LONG ISLAND EXPRESSWAY WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY DECELERATED AND A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ALLOW HER TO ACCELERATE ANY LONGER AND SHE BECAME DISABLED INSTANTLY","quote_2_odi":"10816678","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES BENZ E350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE COLLISION ASSIST INOPERATIVE WARNING INDICATOR DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE DID","quote_3_odi":"11289787","quote_3_text":"MY COLLISION PREVENTION MADE MY 2016 MERCEDES BENZ E400 SLAM ON THE BREAKS WITH NO CARS AROUND OTHER THEN THE CAR PARKED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THE CARS BEHIND ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11035143","quote_1_text":"TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. MERCEDES REFUSES TO REPLACE OR REPAIR. THEY SAID THERE IS NO REMEDY AVAILABLE. I FEEL VERY UNSAFE WITH THIS CAR. WE LIVE IN FLORIDA WHICH IS HIGH HUMIDITY STATE AND HIGH HUMIDITY CAN CAUSE THE AIR BAGS TO EXPLODE ON THEIR OWN AT ANY TIME","quote_2_odi":"11397143","quote_2_text":"THE DEALERSHIP STILL DOESN'T HAVE A REMEDY FOR TAKATA RECALL OVER 2 YEARS LATER","quote_3_odi":"11291847","quote_3_text":"A LETTER FROM THE MANUFACTURER (MERCEDES-BENZ USA) WAS RECEIVED 2/5/19, ADVISING OF A RECALL CONCERNING THE PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG MODULE FOR MY 2016 E400 COUPE (MBUSA RECALL #2019010001). AS OF 12/19/19, THE MANUFACTURER STILL HAS NOT MADE THE NECESSARY REMEDY AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-transmission-shift-fault","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and gear-selector faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11448342","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while shifting between the lower gears, the vehicle would shift roughly resulting in the vehicle jerking while driving. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer","quote_2_odi":"10954937","quote_2_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE 722.9 7G-TRONIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SOMETIMES GET STUCK IN 1ST GEAR. THE ENGINE SPEED ALMOST INSTANTANEOUSLY EXCEEDS 5000 RPM. THE CAR MUST BE IMMEDIATELY DRIVEN OFF THE ROAD, THE ENGINE TURNED OFF AND THEN RESTARTED. THE TRANSMISSION WILL","quote_3_odi":"11394574","quote_3_text":"WHEN I TRY TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK THE CAR IS STUCK IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IF THE CAR IS IN REVERSE OR IF THE VEHICLE IS IN DRIVE AND YOU USE THE GEAR SELECTOR TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK OR CHANGE AND GEAR THE VEHICLE DOES NOT CHANGE THE GEAR. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE CERTIFIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2016-windshield-seal-leak","label":"Windshield seal water intrusion","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11574053","quote_1_text":"We have been getting water in the front passenger compartment below the door area, after rain. We took it to our mechanic, who determined that the windshield integrity has been compromised along the top area in front of the passenger dash. Apparently the seal has separated","quote_2_odi":"11532092","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated that water was leaking from the front driver’s side windshield. The contact also stated that several months later, she became aware that the front passenger’s side windshield was leaking. An undisclosed dealer was","quote_3_odi":"11422350","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz E350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed there was water leaking inside the vehicle through the front windshield. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-fuel-odor-cabin-leak","label":"Gasoline odor in cabin from fuel line leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11399688","quote_1_text":"STRONG PERSISTENT ODOR OF GASOLINE IN THE CABIN ON COLD START","quote_2_odi":"11441692","quote_2_text":"There is a smell of gas inside the cabin coming from the vents","quote_3_odi":"11725111","quote_3_text":"I own a 2017 mercedes benz e-class. I'm starting to smell gasoline in the cabin and also outside of my vehicle. I tried entering my VIN number to see if any recalls. There is something listed for the smell of gas. Can someone help me regarding this matter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-gear-shifter-tcm-failure","label":"Gear shifter / TCM failure, reverse not possible","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11714019","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. The message \"Reverse not Possible - Service Required\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11629008","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while coming to a stop at red traffic lights or stop signs, on several occasions the gear shifter inadvertently shifted into neutral(N)","quote_3_odi":"11465058","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse to another gear, the gear shifter seized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-pcv-valve-failure","label":"Positive crankcase ventilation valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11644428","quote_1_text":"P052E code. my car is only have 18455 mileage","quote_2_odi":"11612173","quote_2_text":"Fault code p052E71, the crankcase ventilation valve is faulty. The actuator is blocked. Second time having this issue","quote_3_odi":"11501093","quote_3_text":"Code P052E Crankcase Ventilation Valve Replacement, Emissions system manufacture does not cover and commonly fails around 25-55K miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-piston-crack-engine-failure","label":"Cylinder #1 piston crack causing engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11470927","quote_1_text":"Piston 1 failed at 40,00 miles","quote_2_odi":"11491824","quote_2_text":"Vehicle running really rough. Check engine light came on and stated Cylinder #1 misfire. Technician took apart the engine and found cylinder #1 piston to have a Crack in it","quote_3_odi":"11581333","quote_3_text":"Check engine light came on and then complete engine failure. Cracked #1 piston, and engine destroyed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11353091","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. I GOT A MESSAGE STATING \"STEERING MALFUNCTION INCREASED PHYSICAL EFFORT SEE OWNER'S MANUAL\". THE VEHICLE HAS 16,XXX MILES ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11031108","quote_2_text":"2017 MERCEDES BENZ E300. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOSS OF STEERING WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEEDS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE. *JS","quote_3_odi":"11700877","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle intermittently lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the failure occurred increasingly while turning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11040697","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY","quote_2_odi":"10938962","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF FOR MY 2017 MERCEDES E300 JUST SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11433484","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the interstate when the panoramic sunroof suddenly shattered. Luckily my shade was closed but it is leaving me with a costly repair bill. I was not driving near any other vehicles, had not gone under an overpass, nor did a rock hit my roof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2017-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11064463","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ E400. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11194992","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I DO NOT FEEL SAFE DRIVING MY CAR AND WANT THE DEALERSHIP TO GIVE ME A LOANER","quote_3_odi":"11339292","quote_3_text":"SALES STAFF TOLD ME THAT AIRBAG, LIGHT AND PAINT ISSUE WAS FIXED. AFTER COMPLETING THE DEAL, THE STORIES BEGAN. I TRIED TO RETURN THE CAR TO NO AVAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11559062","quote_1_text":"The back-up camera failed while in the middle of reversing. Screen went completely black and unresponsive. Putting the car in Park then back to Reverse didn't work, screen still black","quote_2_odi":"11710180","quote_2_text":"The rear backup camera intermittently will open for a second, display the rear view (when in reverse), then immediately closes. This often happens after the trunk has been opened / closed, as when we go shopping and put items in the trunk","quote_3_odi":"11542077","quote_3_text":"Backup camera does not work sometimes. A picture of the camera with a slash mark across it comes up on a black command screen. This is a big safety issue when I back up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-crankcase-valve-failure","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11520095","quote_1_text":"yellow check engine light came on and a few days later the car stalled on the road potentially causing an accident","quote_2_odi":"11515977","quote_2_text":"Recurrent crankshaft ventilation valve failures. Replaced 14 months ago and has failed again. This is a common and known issue with vehicles in E class from 2017 through 2019 and Mercedes has not issued a recall. Perhaps because it costs $3500 to replace it if out of warranty","quote_3_odi":"11558454","quote_3_text":"Mercedes Benz use low quality PCV regulator valve , it is a common failure problem, warranty will not be covered, Benz sells part replacement for around 350 USD and it require about 2000 in labor to be fixed on average","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-seat-belt-retraction-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction and latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11715242","quote_1_text":"The driver-side seat belt retractor on my 2018 Mercedes-Benz E400 (W213) has failed to fully retract, leaving significant slack across the driver's chest and lap. An authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer has diagnosed the issue as a failed seat belt motor","quote_2_odi":"11635486","quote_2_text":"Passenger seatbelt does not latch to the buckle. Therefore I am unable to have passengers in my vehicle. And when I do it becomes a huge safety issue. No mechanic can seem to figure out what is wrong with it","quote_3_odi":"11569129","quote_3_text":"The seat belts do not retract when taking them off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-steering-recall-parts-delay","label":"Steering recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11206790","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES BENZ E300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V850000 (STEERING) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED THE REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11217716","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V850000 (STEERING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11220714","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ E400C. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V850000 (STEERING)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift and neutral-slip failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11614515","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while attempting to shift into drive, the transmission independently shifted to neutral. The contact attempted several times to shift into drive however, the transmission failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11624425","quote_2_text":"Vehicle went into limp mode at 83,000 miles and it was due to the electronic valve body failing within the transmission. Dealership mentioned it shouldn’t happen in a vehicles lifetime, this includes maintenance at the right interval (60,000 miles), which mine was","quote_3_odi":"11738071","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes Benz E Class. The contact stated that while driving stopped at a residential gate, the gear was shifted and skipped from g1 to g3., shifting itself to neutral. In another incident, when at a stop light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-unexpected-emergency-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11413451","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON AN OPEN 2 LANE COUNTY ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 35-40 MPH THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING ENGAGED AND FULLY STOPPED THE CAR FOR NO REASON. THERE WAS NOTHING IN THE ROAD, I DID NOT HAVE CRUISE CONTROL ON. THE VEHICLE JUST STOPPED AND BEEPED","quote_2_odi":"11205093","quote_2_text":"THE CAR ACTIVATED ITS EMERGENCY BRAKING FUNCTION UNEXPECTEDLY. I WAS DRIVING ON A COMMUNITY COLLEGE CAMPUS STREET. NO CARS NO BAGS NO WIND NO ANYTHING AT ABOUT 20-25 MPH. ALL CLEAR AIR TEMP 83 DEGREES F. SUNSHINE. NO ADVERSE CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"11192423","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION TRAVELING AT 35 MPH AND CONTROLLED BY ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SET AT 35 MPH. THE TIME WAS 12:40 PM ET ON 29 MARCH 2019. SEEMINGLY THE CAR WENT INTO CRASH PREVENTION MODE BY TIGHTENING THE SEAT BELT AND EXECUTING A MAXIMUM FORCE BRAKING STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2018-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Alloy wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11321451","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE RECENTLY WITH 9,000 MILES IN. AFTER I TOOK THE VEHICLE HOME, I REALIZED THAT THE FRONT LEFT TIRE WAS SLOWLY LEAKING AIR","quote_2_odi":"11372796","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A 2018 MERCEDES BENZ E43 ABOUT A YEAR AGO WITH APPROXIMATELY 9,000 MILES. TODAY THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 22,000 MILES. IN THOSE 13,000 AND ABOUT ONE YEAR OF USE THE VEHICLE HAS DAMAGED THREE FRONT WHEELS AND FOUR FRONT TIRES","quote_3_odi":"11566148","quote_3_text":"Mercedes AMG wheels crack under normal driving conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-camshaft-sensor-failure","label":"Camshaft and crankshaft position sensor failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11574086","quote_1_text":"Engine stalled in the middle of the high way, possible problem with timing chain","quote_2_odi":"11551057","quote_2_text":"Variable timing Valve Malfunction , causing metal shaving to get in to the engine Causing a engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11480992","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz E300. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle began to shake and lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle shuddered and failed to accelerate as needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-crankcase-ventilation-valve","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve malfunction (P052E)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11626300","quote_1_text":"AI am getting this \"P052E\" code on a 2019 Mercedes E300 - malfunction with Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) valve","quote_2_odi":"11584334","quote_2_text":"Crankcase ventilation system error - triggered a P052E Code (PCV). This seems to be a common issue. This causes issues with the fuel mixture","quote_3_odi":"11511633","quote_3_text":"Crankcase Ventilation Valve malfunction requiring Replacement code P052E71","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11631855","quote_1_text":"Rear camera door doesn't open to allow camera to work","quote_2_odi":"11669516","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53. The contact stated that the rearview camera displayed a distorted image while the vehicle was in reverse(R)","quote_3_odi":"11676232","quote_3_text":"I have a 2019 Mercedes E300. My backup camera is cutting out while still in reverse. There is an open saftey recall for that specific year, make and model. Campaign #2022060007","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-seat-belt-buckle-detection","label":"Seat belt buckle detection malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11166147","quote_1_text":"CAR DOES NOT ALWAYS RECOGNIZE WHEN THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT IS BUCKLED. THIS RESULTS IN THE PRETENSIONER NOT ACTIVATING AND THE SEAT BELT WARNING FROM BEING DISARMED","quote_2_odi":"11235255","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DOES NOT DETECT A PROPERLY FASTENED SEATBELT SOMETIMES AND THE SEATBELT WILL NOT ADJUST AUTOMATICALLY EVEN WHEN PROPERLY FASTENED. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEATBELTS ARE AFFECTED","quote_3_odi":"11569998","quote_3_text":"On May 23, 2023, the audible and visual seat belt alerts activated to notify me that the driver and/or passenger that the seat belt was not properly secured. However, both the driver and/or the passenger had the seat belt on at all times the car was moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11609279","quote_1_text":"My tempered glass sunroof exploded while driving at 70 MPH on a clear, sunny, 86 degree afternoon sending the glass shards throughout the interior of the car. No warning or damage to the vehicle roof preceded the explosion","quote_2_odi":"11441427","quote_2_text":"My husband and I were driving on the interstate in Indianapolis, Indiana yesterday, November22, 2021 and out of the clear blue our sunroof exploded on our 2019 Mercedes Benz E300W4. This was not due to being hit by something and we were not near an overpass","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2019-wheel-rim-tire-failure","label":"Wheel rim fracture and run-flat tire failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11460198","quote_1_text":"Tire size: 245 40 19R While driving the side wall blew out and got less than 1 mile bring a run flat tire before the tire came off the rim","quote_2_odi":"11535459","quote_2_text":"The car was purchased as CPO warrantied and within 2 months of purchase, showed low tire pressure on front passenger tire. Brought the car to a tire shop for what I thought was a nail, turned out was a cracked rim","quote_3_odi":"11578920","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz AMG E53. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the TPMS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the front passenger's side and the front driver's side rims were fractured","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-door-hinge-latch-failure","label":"Door hinge fails to hold door open","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11385595","quote_1_text":"THE DOOR HINGES ARE DEFECTIVE. WHEN THE DOOR IS OPENED, IT CLOSES TOO QUICKLY. THE DETENTS DO NOT WORK. THEY DO NOT HOLD THE DOOR AJAR. THIS IS A LONG, HEAVY DOOR AND WHEN IT SLAMS SHUT ON YOUR LEG, ANKLE OR FOOT IT REALLY HURTS! THE ONLY WAY TO GET OUT OF THE VEHICLE SAFELY IS","quote_2_odi":"11419360","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated while attempting to open and close the door, the door failed to remain open. Additionally, on several occasions, the door closed independently. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11616110","quote_1_text":"There was smoke coming from from the engine compartment and spontaneous fire started while the car was at a stop light. The car was totally damaged. The car has less than 15000 miles driven. It is still under warranty. Information was sent to Mercedes-Benz USA with a certified","quote_2_odi":"11437940","quote_2_text":"On October 2, 2021, car caught fire in the engine compartment while car was turned off under carport of home. Car mileage was 18,000. The car was serviced by Mercedes of Marin and driven approximately 25 miles after the service when incident occurred. No warning lamps or","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-engine-stalls-unexpectedly","label":"Engine stalls unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11490562","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway the engine shut down and I needed to pull over and restart the car. The engine would restart but then stalled several more times while driving. No check engine lights were on before the vehicle stalled and upon restarting the car no check engine","quote_2_odi":"11423352","quote_2_text":"I was operating my vehicle on an open road, as I was proceeding to stop at the stop light the ligths on my dashboard began to dim.. suddenly without warning my vehicle completely shut down , no messages no warning lamps.. I turned the car back on it drove me up the block to my","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-rear-camera-fails-recall","label":"Rear camera fails despite recall repair","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11694082","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-450. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperative. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was frozen. The contact also expressed concerns that the emblem located on the rear of the","quote_2_odi":"11601554","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the back over prevention camera displayed the rear view of the vehicle for approximately 10-seconds before going black. The back over prevention camera remained open despite failing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527288","quote_1_text":"I was operating my car on a 4-lane highway early in the morning, conditions were sunny and weather was approximately 50 degrees. Without warning the panoramic sunroof on my E63S exploded with a loud pop and showered the interior of my car with glass. This was sudden and","quote_2_odi":"11493675","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes Benz E350. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, she heard a loud abnormal sound emit from the vehicle as glass shattered from the vehicle's panoramic sunroof. The contact immediately pulled over as she, her husband, and her dog","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2020-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11494227","quote_1_text":"The driver front tire was found to have failed at the time of an oil change at approximately 15,000 miles. The tire was torn at the junction of the sidewall and tread in several areas. This tire is no longer available. No incident occurred. The passenger front tire was found to","quote_2_odi":"11465827","quote_2_text":"The side wall split on the outside of the tire and the tire deflated. I pulled to the side of the road. I have no spare because the tires are run flats. I tried to drive and within about 3 miles the tire shredded. The tread separated from the tire and made the car undriveable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-12v-battery-electrical-fire","label":"12V battery warning followed by vehicle fire","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12-07 → 2024-12-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629406","quote_1_text":"FIRE FIRE FIRE Information light came on just saying 12 Volt Battery.  I sat in the car letting it idle for about 3 minutes.  It began to smoke and then burst into flames.  I called 911 got the fire department here but by the time they were here there was not much left","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-48v-battery-failure","label":"48-volt battery failure and vehicle inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04-07 → 2026-01-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11441712","quote_1_text":"The 48 volt battery on this mild hybrid vehicle failed and the car was unable to be started on May 3, 2021, with 196 miles on the odometer, a mere 15 days after delivery.  It had to be taken by flatbed to the dealer where ultimately the 48 volt battery was replaced.  Then again…","quote_2_odi":"11406950","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 MERCEDES-BENZ E450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAYED A MESSAGE INDICATING THAT THE VEHICLE HAD CRASHED. AFTER THE MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MERCEDES-BENZ OF…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11-06 → 2022-12-15","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11497646","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a local road (paved, no painted road markings, some small cracks/pot holes but all minor) that I frequently drive without issue. This time as I was coming out of a minor left-hand curve and about 30 meters from a slightly sharper right hand turn the Automatic…","quote_2_odi":"11373428","quote_2_text":"WHILE GOING 45 MPH ON A CLEAR FOUR LANE SMOOTH BLACKTOP CITY STREET THE CAR CAME TO A  COMPLETE EMERGENCY STOP.  A RED TRIANGLE APPEARED ON THE DASH BUT BECAUSE OF THE STARTLING NATURE I COULD NOT REMEMBER EXACTLY WHERE.  THERE WAS NO APPARENT REASON FOR THIS EMERGENCY STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-engine-misfire-cylinder","label":"Engine misfire and cylinder failure with power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02-09 → 2026-08-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673376","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Mercedes-Benz E350 (VIN [XXX] ) developed a serious engine issue involving cylinder misfire and check engine light. The dealer diagnosed it as a leaking exhaust valve on cylinder 4, related to TSB LI01.30-P-072328, which documents valve seat wear in M260 engines","quote_2_odi":"11571057","quote_2_text":"The engine is misfiring and not powering correctly during driving. Car is failing to take off and today almost caused an accident due to the car would not pull off from the traffic light with oncoming traffic due to loss of power","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-rearview-camera-inoperative","label":"Rearview camera and parking sensor inoperative display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09-02 → 2024-05-18","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11589422","quote_1_text":"I was parking and the 360 view sensor did not come up. When I tried to back out and move forward again, I realized the back up camera would not come on. I turned the car on and off and then tried again to reverse to engage the camera but was instead given a message that says…","quote_2_odi":"11560848","quote_2_text":"When in reverse, sometimes the rearview camera image does not come and and the parking sensors do not work.   An inoperative rearview camera display and/or parking sensors can reduce the driver’s view and awareness of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07-10 → 2026-01-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11672435","quote_1_text":"The Mercedes E350, with 22,000 miles suffered a catastrophic transmission failure while driving on the highway. I managed to exit the highway but the car could not be moved and left me stranded","quote_2_odi":"11708688","quote_2_text":"With the car only have about 15,000 miles the transmission has failed . I have seen there have been recalls of other models with similar complaints of transmission failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-adaptive-cruise-false-speed","label":"Adaptive cruise control false speed limit reading and deceleration","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11709449","quote_1_text":"This vehicle on an ongoing basis is reporting false speed limits.    It consistently abruptly drops the indicated speed limit from 70MPH on [XXX] northbound in Salt Lake City.  the vehicle slows itself abruptly in traffic that is sometimes dense and traveling 70 to 80","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11460373","quote_1_text":"I was driving last week on a Dallas street.  The public works people had place a 1 inch this rectangular steel cover over, presumably, a hole.  The car slammed on the brakes, with a red light appearing on the instrument panel.  Had a car been behind me, it would have read ended…","quote_2_odi":"11568552","quote_2_text":"Auto break suddenly activated during traffic with no obstruction ahead. Also Automatic Headlamp Mode Inoperative comes on and off","quote_3_odi":"11487625","quote_3_text":"The car inexplicably slammed on the brakes at full force, stopping in time to avoid driving over the shadow of a tree.  Approximately thirty minutes later, there was a loud popping / explosion sound from inside the engine compartment, the car lost all power, coasted along for…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-fuel-system-recall-remedy","label":"Fuel system recall remedy unavailability (23V445000)","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11540275","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact was able to turn off and restart the vehicle. An unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the…","quote_2_odi":"11546319","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes Benz E450. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were…","quote_3_odi":"11554671","quote_3_text":"there is a recall on my vehicle for over 4 months now. i keep going/contacting the local dealers about the issue and they keep telling me to come back in a month and every time they tell me there is no remedy yet and they dont know when exactly they will be able to fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-powertrain-cylinder-head-wear","label":"2.0L turbo engine cylinder head valve seat wear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11695193","quote_1_text":"Major issue found with engine cylinder head in various models with 2.0 Liter Turbo charged engines (Engine code M260 or M264).  Cylinder heads have premature wear at valve seats, causing engine misfires and unsafe driving conditions. (Sudden loss of power, even on freeways.)","quote_2_odi":"11629635","quote_2_text":"Twice within a year a \"48 voltage battery malfunction\" warning appeared on my dashboard. Then a red warning light appears and I had about 30 seconds to find a safe place to pull over as loss of power causes deceleration of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-steering-wheel-jerk-crash","label":"Steering wheel jerk and unintended lane departure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11519340","quote_1_text":"It started with a humming sound in the front right wheel well and then I was driving on the freeway and my steering wheeled jerk to the right and slammed me into the side of a semi truck vehicle is available to be looked at it almost killed me","quote_2_odi":"11517563","quote_2_text":"I have heard a low-pitched oscillating sound coming from the passenger front wheel well. well occasionally it would pull the car to the right, not all the time just randomly whenever traveling in the 40-70 mph range. The 2 dealerships I have taken the car to they say it’s my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-sunroof-glass-fracture","label":"Panoramic sunroof and roof glass panel cracking or shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11595117","quote_1_text":"On June 16, 2024, while driving my 2022 Mercedes E 350 with my two young children in the car, my sunroof suddenly and literally exploded. Fortunately, the sunroof screen was closed, which prevented us from sustaining any direct injuries. However, the entire sunroof shattered and…","quote_2_odi":"11545429","quote_2_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded while inside the car without warning. Contacted the dealership/service center on Friday 9/15/2023, was told they have not received a memo regarding the panoramic sunroofs in the 2022 E350, however; this is a know problem","quote_3_odi":"11752247","quote_3_text":"The front glass roof panel located directly above the windshield developed a large crack while the vehicle was parked. The crack extends nearly the full length of the panel and includes areas where the glass has separated along the fracture. I am not aware of any collision, road…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2022-underbody-shield-detachment","label":"Underbody splash shield detachment at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11611928","quote_1_text":"An underbody splash shield (one of three, I believe), covering the transmission (the middle of the three) detached at highway speed and fell off the vehicle. This caused the leading edge of another shield to detach, which then, due to air flow, began dragging the highway","quote_2_odi":"11469600","quote_2_text":"Two rectangular blocks descend from the plastic shield under the front bumper. These blocks have a squared-off back. These blocks descend for about an inch, and are located a few inches in front of the front edge of the tires. In normal use, when the car is parked in a parking…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2023-engine-stall-malfunction","label":"Engine stall with malfunction warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11612096","quote_1_text":"On Three (3) occasions, my engine has Stopped while the car was in gear and in motion. I was at great risk when this happened twice on August 7, 2024 while in traffic and my car stopped in the middle of traffic. One time I was able to coast into a parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11558119","quote_2_text":"I pushed the gas in the drive position and large red malfunction letters displayed across the dashboard and the car just revved. I put it in park and then drive postion a few times and had the same result. Finally, I turned the car off and back on, put it in drive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2023-fuel-system-stall","label":"Fuel system failure causing stall at stop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578771","quote_1_text":"while driving my two daughters home from school the car began to shake uncontrollably, lost power, and then the engine light and oil lights came on. The car was towed to the manufacturer dealership for repair. It was determined that the piston number four was broken","quote_2_odi":"11571451","quote_2_text":"While the contact’s wife was driving and then stopped at a traffic light, the vehicle independently turned off.  The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the failure caused a traffic back up on a busy roadway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2023-run-flat-tire-blowout","label":"Run-flat tire blowout on pothole impact","component_code":"TIRES, TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696446","quote_1_text":"I had 3 blowouts from hitting small potholes on 3 different tires in 1.5 years.  These are complete immediate blowout going completely flat on impact.  It could have very dangerous if I were driving a little faster and fortunately there was no other damage to the car","quote_2_odi":"11667542","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed over a bumpy road surface, the front driver's side tire experienced a blowout several times, requiring the vehicle to be towed to the dealer, where the front driver's side tire was replaced four times by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2023-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Unintended gear shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551450","quote_1_text":"the transmission shifted from drive to neutral, with out me touching the gear shift lever in any way. My safety and any passengers I have in this car, could be at risk, at this point I was going about 40 MPH, going into a gradual curve, entering a    Entrance to 95 north","quote_2_odi":"11527944","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and merging into traffic, the gear shifter inadvertently shifted into neutral (N). There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the RPM was fluctuating","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2023-trunk-lid-drop-injury","label":"Trunk lid unexpected closure causing injury","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11520860","quote_1_text":"May 4, 2023 at approximately 5:45 PM, while reaching into the trunk of my car, the trunk lid came crashing down on me. To avoid being struck on the head, I blocked it with me left forearm. The trunk lid caused a large nasty and painful wound","quote_2_odi":"11527855","quote_2_text":"On June 12, when I was retrieving some items from my trunk, NOT using the automatic mechanism, the trunk lid unexpectedly crashed down and struck me in the head. I experienced headache and bruise on the back of my head","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-battery-recall-overheat","label":"High-voltage battery recall and charging overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746037","quote_1_text":"Learning that my vehicle is subject to a battery-related recall has seriously undermined my trust. Battery defects in electric vehicles can present risks that include thermal events, loss of vehicle functionality, and other potentially dangerous situations","quote_2_odi":"11724420","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300. Despite the nationwide recall (NHTSA 26V073000) for high-voltage battery fire risk, the manufacturer is providing conflicting and dangerous safety information","quote_3_odi":"11641571","quote_3_text":"For two months my EQB has been signaling high voltage when I charge it also now I’m having a problem connecting the plug to charge my car it shows red light has faulty it’s at the shop for a week now and I haven’t gotten updates about my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-engine-shutdown-driving","label":"Engine shutdown and loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744337","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a serious safety issue involving my vehicle. For an extended period of time, this vehicle has experienced recurring starting failures. On multiple occasions, the vehicle would not start, requiring service visits to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11739972","quote_2_text":"On a recent drive, my 2024 Mercedes-Benz E350 VIN: [XXX] suffered a catastrophic safety hazard involving a complete loss of drive power and sudden engine shutdown while operating at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11695208","quote_3_text":"The car would not start, and displaying multiple rotating warnings. The car could not be shifted to neutral. The problem is going away after several hours by itself","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-screen-blackout-freeze","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752040","quote_1_text":"The infotainment and vehicle information system randomly goes black, resets itself while driving. There are no error messages or warnings. The system reboots and the screens come back after about 10-20 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11741513","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes Benz E. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and started, the instrument panel and infotainment screen became blank","quote_3_odi":"11614116","quote_3_text":"Main instrument cluster and infotainment system locked up during driving after dark, the screens froze and then went black. All exterior lights went out during driving. No speedometer or other warning lights are working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-steering-assist-fault","label":"Steering and driver-assistance system malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746468","quote_1_text":"The lane-keeping assist function (In-Lane control, part of the driver-assistance suite) does not turn off when commanded. The driver selects the control to disengage, and the system remains active and continues to apply steering input","quote_2_odi":"11742258","quote_2_text":"My auto assist emergency braking function has triggered 3 times over the last few months with no other cars or hazzards near me. There was not warning. Each time it caused sudden unexpected severe jerking","quote_3_odi":"11596505","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mercedes-Benz E450. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the \"Active Emergency Assistance Imperative\" message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that a software update was required","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-tire-sidewall-bubbling","label":"Pirelli tire sidewall bubbling and air loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11607620","quote_1_text":"During normal driving, Pirelli tires have bubbles, resulting in air leakage. Tires will eventually run flat. Pirelli tires installed on new vehicle cannot support the weight of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11604988","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is equipped with Pirelli 21 inch tires. All four tires have lost air and had bubbles on the sidewall. The first tire went flat after hitting a 2 inch pothole","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"E-Class","model_slug":"e-class","cluster_id":"e-class-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720017","quote_1_text":"At the time of the incident, I was pulling into a parking space in a parking lot near a park. I was traveling at approximately 3-5 miles per hour, consistent with idle or walking speed during a routine parking maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11699909","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] at [XXX], while I was slowly moving my car into a parking spot, the vehicle suddenly stopped for a brief moment and then, within a second, unexpectedly accelerated forward without any input from me","quote_3_odi":"11708644","quote_3_text":"During the unintended acceleration, the vehicle traveled over multiple curbs on both sides. No audible warnings, no beeping, no proximity alerts, no forward-collision warnings, and no automatic emergency braking activated at any time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/e-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"EQB-Class","model_slug":"eqb-class","cluster_id":"eqb-2023-bms-software-update-performance-loss","label":"Battery management software recall update and performance reduction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702632","quote_1_text":"After the dealership performed the recall Update Battery Management System Software – Campaign 2025040005 / 25V050 / 25P5496507, my vehicle immediately experienced a significant loss of battery performance.  Problems that began right after the recall update:  Driving range…","quote_2_odi":"11689827","quote_2_text":"Mercedes performed a recall and stated the charging would increase only by 10-15 minutes. For my vehicle it is now exceeding 30-45 minutes to get to the same state of charge at a fast charger such as electrify America. Mercedes refuses to do anything about this, instead they…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/eqb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"EQB-Class","model_slug":"eqb-class","cluster_id":"eqb-2023-hv-battery-fire-recall-no-remedy","label":"High-voltage battery fire recall with no available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744240","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB is included in the high-voltage battery fire recall (NHTSA campaign 26V073). The recall states the battery cells may fail internally at a high state of charge, causing an internal short circuit and a potential fire whether the vehicle is parked or being…","quote_2_odi":"11735639","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 300. The contact received a recall notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V073000 (Electrical System) however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable. The manufacturer…","quote_3_odi":"11730676","quote_3_text":"The high-voltage battery cells in my vehicle, supplied by Farasis Energy, are prone to internal short circuits that can cause thermal runaway and vehicle fire. This defect poses a serious risk of fire while the vehicle is parked or in operation. Mercedes-Benz USA has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/eqb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"EQB-Class","model_slug":"eqb-class","cluster_id":"eqb-2023-recall-remedy-administration-failure","label":"Recall remedy administration and manufacturer response disputes","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756741","quote_1_text":"Mercedes‑Benz USA has mishandled recall 26V073000 (fire hazard) and left me without transportation. I was told the vehicle is unsafe to drive, which has caused significant anxiety, panic attacks, and ongoing stress because I have no safe way to commute or manage daily…","quote_2_odi":"11732966","quote_2_text":"I am the owner/lessee of a 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQB 250+ (VIN: [XXX] ) affected by NHTSA safety recall 26V073 — a high-voltage battery fire risk defect that has failed three separate repair attempts. I am filing this complaint to document Mercedes-Benz USA’s failure to provide an…","quote_3_odi":"11664100","quote_3_text":"Prior to the recall this vehicle has had two incidents where it had to be brought into the dealership. One of those incidents caused the SUV to be in the shop for approx. a month where the battery was not holding a charge/could not be charged and the manufacture in Germany had…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/eqb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11035539","quote_1_text":"REAR AIR SUSPENSION EXPLODED WHILE CAR WAS STATIONARY IN HIGH POSITION ENGINE OFF . THE CAR SHAKED","quote_2_odi":"10747714","quote_2_text":"UPON PURCHASING THIS CAR 4/8/2013 I HAVE BEEN BURDENED WITH REPLACING THE FRONT AROMATIC SUSPENSIONS. THEN THE AIR COMPROSSEROR THAT SUPPLIES AIR TO THE SUSPENSIONS, AND NOW THE BACK SUSPENSIONS ARE GIVING UP","quote_3_odi":"11455563","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has begun to \"dance\" and sway, abnormally on common highway bumps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion and hydraulic failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11727442","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V315000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The dealer determined that the brake booster had failed; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11675105","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 15 MPH and attempting to bring the vehicle of a complete stop, the vehicle slowed but failed to stop as expected. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard but was able to bring the vehicle to a stop by using the","quote_3_odi":"11172611","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT'S BROTHER WAS DRIVING DOWN A HILL, THE BRAKE PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. THE VEHICLE DROVE UPHILL AND BECAME AIRBORNE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF A NEIGHBOR'S HOUSE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-diesel-fuel-corrosion","label":"Diesel fuel system corrosion and contamination","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10397848","quote_1_text":"THIS IS A DIESEL-ENGINE 2010 MERCEDES GL350 PURCHASED IN AUGUST 2010 (8 MONTHS AGO). IT IS CURRENTLY INOPERABLE AND THE DEALER IS CITING COMPLETE FUEL SYSTEM CORROSION DUE TO WATER IN THE FUEL SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"10781223","quote_2_text":"THE \"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT\" IS ON, WHEN I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER, THEY TOLD, \" THE AD BLUE TANK IS CORRODED.\" I HAVE ALWAY FUELED WITH DISEL RECOMMENDED BY MERCEDES","quote_3_odi":"10565780","quote_3_text":"AFTER EXTENSIVE REVIEWS OF TDI FORUMS, COMMON RAIL FORUMS, DIESEL FORUMS I HAVE FOUND A COMMONALITY IN THE FAILURES IN THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP (HPFP)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-electrical-system-fault","label":"Electrical system fault and short circuit","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11635038","quote_1_text":"The EIS module we have found has an issue with the part from Japan that does not have enough Sauder on a part of it, so when the temp drops below 50 degrees or less the ignition starts but all the safety features go off and the computer shuts down the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11103866","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, A BURNT RUBBER ODOR WAS DETECTED INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED FLAMES UNDERNEATH THE GLOVEBOX COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED BY THE FIRE DEPARTMENT","quote_3_odi":"10899514","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE TURN SIGNAL LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. THE VEHICLE WAS DIAGNOSED AS HAVING A CIRCUIT BULB THAT BLEW OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-engine-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler seal leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10747970","quote_1_text":"AFTER A LONG TRIP WITH THE 2010 MERCEDES GL350 BLUETEC, I NOTICED FRESH OIL ON THE GARAGE FLOOR. I TOOK THE GL350 TO A LOCAL MECHANIC FOR AN OIL CHANGE THE DAY AFTER, AND THE MECHANIC NOTED THAT THERE IS SIGNIFICANT OIL UNDER THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10824096","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR HAS A OIL COOLER LEAK AFTER OUR OIL CHANGE AT THE MERCEDES DEALER WE STARTED HAVING AN OIL LEAK AND THE MERCEDES DEALER TOLD US IT'S THE OIL COOLER LEAK","quote_3_odi":"10546126","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN NOTICING AN INCREASING SMALL LEAK IN ENGINE OIL ON MY GARAGE FLOOR. RECENTLY I SAW A VERY LARGE PUDDLE WHILE PARKED AT A LOT AND HAD THE CAR TAKEN TO NEAREST DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-panoramic-sunroof-cracking","label":"Panoramic sunroof cracking and detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11629732","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise and opened the sunroof and became aware that the sunroof panel had detached, and the glass fell inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11566873","quote_2_text":"The third row seating Panorama Sunroof cracked. Now when it rains, water leaks inside the suv. Loud boom, cracking sound, was not sure what it was but was coming from rear of suv as I was driving yesterday afternoon","quote_3_odi":"11121748","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE WHICH IS THE X164 CHASSIS HAS A REAR FIXED PANORAMIC SUNROOF THAT IS MADE OUT OF POLYCARBONATE. THE POLYCARBONATE SUNROOF GLASS IS BREAKING DOWN ON THE INSIDE OF THE PANEL AND IS CRACKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11209240","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11052013","quote_2_text":"I'M WRITING TO COMPLAIN ABOUT THE UNACCEPTABLE LENGTH OF TIME IT IS TAKING MERCEDES TO RECALL THIS PART. GIVEN WE'RE DRIVING AROUND WITH WHAT AMOUNTS TO A GRENADE IN OUR AIRBAGS, IT SHOULDN'T TAKE A YEAR AND A HALF (AND COUNTING) BETWEEN RECALL NOTICE DATE AND TODAY","quote_3_odi":"11100147","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ GL320. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air suspension strut and compressor failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11066844","quote_1_text":"THE AIRMATIC SYSTEM EXPLODED WHILE THE CAR WAS AT THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALIER IN MODESTO, CALIFORNIA PARKED TO HAVE THE BREAKS REPAIRED .. ACCORDING TO THE DEALER THE CAR IS NO OPERABLE DUE TO ONE OF THE VARIOUS AIRMATIC CONTROLES EXPLODED WHILE PARKED WAITING BEING SERVICES","quote_2_odi":"11047924","quote_2_text":"MY FRONT AIR STRUTS, REAR AIR SPRINGS AND SHOCKS, SUSPENSION AIR COMPRESSOR, AND VALVE BLOCK WENT OUT AFTER OWNING THE VEHICLE FOR 4 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"10550093","quote_3_text":"WERE TOLD BY A MECHANIC AT BETTEN IMPORTS IN GRAND RAPIDS, MI, THAT THE SUSPENSION WAS STUCK IN THE 'LOW' POSITION, CAUSING THE TIRES TO BECOME CUPPED AND PITTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-engine-check-light-timing-chain","label":"Check engine light and timing chain wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10873758","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS EXPERIENCED TWO SEVERELY ELONGATED TIMING CHAINS IN 30,000 MILES OF DRIVING. TOTAL MILES ON THE VEHICLE ARE 114,000, AND THE VEHICLE IS A 2011","quote_2_odi":"10824374","quote_2_text":"OWN 2 MERCEDES GL350 AND E350. BOTH OF THEM ARE V6 DIESEL BLUETEC ENGINES AND BOTH HAVE LEAKING PROBLEM FROM OIL COOLER","quote_3_odi":"11551600","quote_3_text":"Check Engine Light came on and took it to the mechanic who identified low compression on cylinder #3. The injector was replaced which did not fix the issue since the vehicle lags when first accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-hydraulic-brake-line-recall","label":"Hydraulic brake line corrosion and failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11650259","quote_1_text":"- The hard brake lines from the going to the rear axle ruptured during light braking. The corroded sections have been removed and are available. - I had no indication of a problem until I went to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11464858","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond and went all the way to the floorboard. The contact then pumped the brake pedal until the vehicle responded","quote_3_odi":"11596585","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that while driving and attempting to make a right turn, the vehicle failed to stop, which led him to rear-end a truck in front","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-ignition-switch-failure","label":"Ignition switch and key fob start failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10958420","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH EITHER WON'T START THE ENGINE OR WILL FINALLY START AFTER A LONG DELAY OR AFTER REPEATED ATTEMPTS ARE MADE TO TURN THE KEY AND START THE ENGINE USING EITHER OF THE TWO ELECTRONIC KEYS","quote_2_odi":"11517502","quote_2_text":"Intermittently car does not engage when key fob is inserted into eis (electric ignition switch) and turned. No dash lights turn on, car does not start","quote_3_odi":"11206495","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT IT WOULD TAKE NUMEROUS ATTEMPTS TO START THE IGNITION. NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2013-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10424127","quote_1_text":"MY HUSBAND WAS GOING ON HIS THIRD DEPLOYMENT, HE DID NOT WANT ME TO HAVE ANY CAR PROBLEM, SO WE SPENT ALMOST 70K FOR A BRAND NEW 2011 MERCEDES GL BLUE TECH","quote_2_odi":"10429298","quote_2_text":"IN LESS THAN 30 DAYS AND LESS THAN 1,500 MILES, THE BRAND NEW SUV'S STEERING WHEEL QUIT WORKING DURING THE TURN, THE BELT , THE PULLEY AND THE TENSIONER WERE BROKEN WITHOUT ANY WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10557696","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES BENZ GL350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 25 MPH AND NOTICED AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE AS THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11139300","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GL350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11055069","quote_2_text":"I HAVE CONTACTED MERCEDES MULTIPLE TIMES AND ALSO QUESTIONED EACH YEAR WHEN I HAVE TAKEN MY VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE, ALWAYS TOLD THE SAME....THEY HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE REPLACEMENT AIRBAGS. I HAVE PARKED MY VEHICLE BECAUSE I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE IT","quote_3_odi":"10892630","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2012-airmatic-suspension-leak","label":"Airmatic air suspension leaks and failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10954012","quote_1_text":"AIRMATIC SUSPENSION LEAK. REQUIRING EXPENSIVE REPAIRE.. ONLY HAS 61000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10990521","quote_2_text":"AT 80K MILES THE FRONT AIR SUSPENSION STARTED LEAKING AND I HAD THEM REPLACED AT A COST $2414.42. I WAS ALWAYS WORRIED THAT NEXT WAS THE BACK SUSPENSION AND THIS IS NOW TRUE THAT I HAVE TO DO THE SAME FOR THE REAR AIR SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"11113701","quote_3_text":"CAR JUST REACHED 90K MILES WITH LIMITED DRIVING. THE AIRMATIC SUSPENSION HAS BEEN ACTING ODDLY FOR THE PAST MONTH - I WOULD FIND IT LOW IN THE REAR IN THE MORNING AFTER BEING PARKED IN A FLAT GARAGE. THE NEXT DAY THE ENTIRE CAR WOULD BE LOWERED. WHE IS TURN OFF THE CAR, YOU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2012-engine-power-loss-failure","label":"Engine power loss and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11020711","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN BOISE GOING TO PORTLAND, I EXPERIENCED SUDDEN LOST OF POWER IN VERY DANGEROUS TRAFFIC SITUATION. THERE WERE A ROAD WORK AREA, I HAD SEMI-TRUCKS IN FRONT AND BEHIND ME. IT HAPPENED ON I-84W, AROUND 20 MILES OUT OF BAKER CITY OR, MY CAR IS WELL MAINTAINED AT","quote_2_odi":"11131160","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ GL350BTC. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE FRONT END AND UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND LEFT TO COOL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11591809","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2012-hydraulic-brake-recall-corrosion","label":"Hydraulic brake booster corrosion and recall repair delays","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11502596","quote_1_text":"Breaks became unusable due to lost power break fluid caused by corrosion on the lines. Fluid was completely gone and breaks were not effective at all. Dashboard showed RED light with break error. Dealer confirmed that rust build up caused the failure","quote_2_odi":"11473677","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL 450. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle causing him to crash into the vehicle in front. There were no warning lights illuminated. Both air bags under the","quote_3_odi":"11477415","quote_3_text":"This is relative to the brake booster recall. Mercedes-Benz conducted a test and there was significant corrosion that exceeded the normal limits allowed. I am still under a stop drive order but I have not been provided any further instruction or provided a vehicle to drive while","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11208464","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. RECALL WAS ISSUED IN FEBRUARY 2016 AND I'M STILL WAITING FOR THE AIRBAG TO BE FIXED. MERCEDES BENZ HAS FAILED TO REMEDY MY CAR IN A TIMELY MANNER AND THEY HAVE NOT OFFERED ANY ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION, RENTAL CAR OR LOANER CAR WHILE I WAIT","quote_2_odi":"11061250","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ GL350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"11104138","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM MERCEDES BENZ USA GIVING ME A DATE THE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR A AIRBAG RECALL REPLACEMENT WILL BE AVAILABLE AROUND MARCH 31, 2018. IT IS JUNE 26 AND THE PARTS ARE STILL NOT AVAILABLE. WAITING FOR ALMOST 12 MONTHS TO HAVE THE AIRBAG RECALL REPLACEMENT PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2012-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission and power train shifting failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11340730","quote_1_text":"AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE USED FROM A DEALER (WITH @ 36,000 MILES) I STARTED HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS WITHIN A YEAR. WHEN I WOULD BE STOPPED ON A HILL/INCLINE AND THEN ACCELERATE THE CAR WOULD VIOLENTLY JERK (AS IF I HAD HIT SOMETHING). IT WOULD NOT GO FORWARD UNTIL AFTER","quote_2_odi":"11184744","quote_2_text":"UPON ACCELERATION A CLUNKING SOUND COMES FROM WITHIN THE TRANSFER CASE. THIS VEHICLE HAS @ 148,000 MAINLY HIGHWAY MILES ON IT. THIS TRANSFER CASE PROBLEM IS A PREMATURE FAILURE AND IS REMINISCENT OF A SIMILAR PROBLEM MERCEDES HAD @ 12 YEARS AGO","quote_3_odi":"10824225","quote_3_text":"ON 01/08/14, A FEMALE DRIVER OF A 2012 GL 450 WAS STATIONARY, IN THE GARAGE, WITH ENGINE RUNNING. BEFORE SHE EXITED THE VEHICLE TO CHECK ON HER CHILD IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, SHE PRESSED THE PARK BUTTON ON THE DRIVE SELECT ELECTRONICALLY-CONTROLLED COLUMN SHIFTER. AS SHE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-airmatic-suspension","label":"Airmatic air suspension malfunction","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11456392","quote_1_text":"Unknown:The road adaptive tire pressure sensors are off and the air suspension is malfunctions.At the cost of this model I would expected a little more class of safety measures","quote_2_odi":"11420287","quote_2_text":"Driver's side tire continues to leak air - note low tire pressure even with new tire replacement. Airmatic Suspension failure. Rear airbag suspension airbag. Compression also failed. Several complaints to dealer advising the car was bouncing up and down while in drive. Took","quote_3_odi":"10919787","quote_3_text":"AIRMATIC SUSPENSION SYSTEM DROPS IN THE REAR OF VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-blind-spot-turn-signal","label":"Turn signal and blind spot assist failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10819381","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY AT 60 MPH, A MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL \"BLIND SPOT ASSIST INOPERATIVE,\" AND THE TURN INDICATORS STOPPED WORKING, BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT. HAD TO EXIT THE FREEWAY, BUT WAS NOT ABLE TO INDICATE TO OTHER DRIVERS THAT I WAS CHANGING LANES, AS","quote_2_odi":"11098357","quote_2_text":"BLIND SPOT ASSISTANCE BECOMES DISABLE AND MINUTES LATER THE BLINKERS STOP WORKING. THIS OCCURS WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION, AND APPEARS MORE FREQUENT ON COLD WEATHER. THIS CAN ONLY BE RESOLVED BY TURNING OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTING. DEALERSHIP REFERS IT TO BE AN ELECTRICAL PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11131960","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 80 MPH.THEN ALL OF A SUDDEN ON THE SPEEDOMETER A MESSAGE STARTED TO BE DISPLAYED BLIND SPOT INACTIVE ,THEN PRE-SAFE FUNCTIONS LIMITED ACTIVE LANE KEEP ASSIST UNAVAILABLE .ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CRUZ CONTROL FAILED. THEM THE TURN SIGNALS FAILED . THEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor warping and vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10593690","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHAKE PROFUSELY WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS VEHICLE THE DEALER ON THREE OCCASIONS AND EACH TIME THE DEALER RECOMMENDED AND REPAIRED THE ROTORS","quote_2_odi":"10575221","quote_2_text":"FRONT END OF CAR STARTS TO SHAKE AT SPEED OF 60MPH AND VEHICLE FEELS LIKE IT WILL NOT STOP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10532134","quote_3_text":"BRAKES ROTORS WARPED THIS WAS THE FIRST TIME HAPPENED AGAIN ON JUNE 5 2013 AT 5269 MILES REPLACED AGAIN NOT TOWING ANYTHING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11724243","quote_1_text":"I was driving along in my 2013 MB GL450 with the M278 engine when the engine stopped. I had it towed to my home and checked it out. I had a suspicion the engine was seized. I eventually had to towed to my closest MB dealership for evaluation. The engine was seized. Their further","quote_2_odi":"10520043","quote_2_text":"THIS IS TO REPORT AN EVENT HAPPENED MORE THAN ONCE BEFORE. THE CAR ENGINE SYO SUDDENTLY WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT SPEED AND MUST HAVE THE CAR PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF HIGHWAY TO RESTART AGAIN!!! *TR","quote_3_odi":"11071696","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GL550. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN TO SPUTTER, HESITATE, AND, ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER (MERCEDES-BENZ OF ORLAND PARK, 8430 W. 159TH ST, ORLAND PARK,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-oil-intrusion-wiring","label":"Oil intrusion into engine wiring and sensors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11477496","quote_1_text":"2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450; it started with the activation of the vehicle's check - engine light. The Mercedes-Benz service advisor diagnosed the issue as oil intrusion into the vehicle's engine wiring harness. The estimated cost to repair was quoted as $7,0000.00. This resulted","quote_2_odi":"11320867","quote_2_text":"2013 MERCEDES ROUGH RUNNING AT IDLE, VARIOUS FAULTS STORED FOR INJECTOR QUANTITY COMPENSATION FOR CYLINDER BALANCING. FAULT CODE P1CWF-85. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT EVENTUALLY CAME ON. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION AND DIAGNOSIS FOUND THAT BOTH ENGINE BANK 1 AND 2 CAMSHAFT POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11207874","quote_3_text":"OIL LEAK PERSISTENT FROM OIL COOLER IN DIESEL BLUETEC ENGINE SPRAYING OIL OUTSIDE GASKET ONTO FUEL LINES, OIL PAN, AND ONTO THE GROUND EMITTING HIGH LEVEL OF SMOKE WITH TARRY BURNT TOXIC NOXIOUS CHARCOAL SMELL FUMIGATING THROUGH THE CABIN AND OUTSIDE WITH VISIBLE BLUE SMOKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-second-row-headrest","label":"Second-row headrest interference with child restraint","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10692018","quote_1_text":"HEADRESTS ON SECOND ROW WITH EASY ENTRY OPTION CANNOT BE REMOVED. THEREFORE, PROPER INSTALLATION OF A CHILD SAFETY SEAT (CONVERTIBLE CAR SEAT) IS IMPOSSIBLE. THIS FAMILY VEHICLE IS UNUSABLE SAFELY FOR A CHILD. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10525434","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW- THE HEADRESTS IN THE SECOND ROW ARE NOT ADJUSTABLE. THEY ONLY HAVE TWO POSITIONS: FULLY UP OR FULLY DOWN. IN EITHER OF THESE POSITIONS, MY 11 YEAR OLD CHILD'S HEAD IS IN A CLEARLY UNSAFE POSITION. IN THE DOWN POSITION, HIS BACK IS PUSHED FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10537338","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SECOND ROAD SEAT HEAD RESTS WOULD NOT ALLOW HIS CHILD TO BE SECURED PROPERLY IN A BOOSTER SEAT. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE HEAD RESTS WOULD CAUSE THE CHILD TO BE PUSHED TOWARD THE SIDE. THE CONTACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"mercedes-benz-gl-class-2013-water-intrusion-park","label":"Water intrusion under passenger seat disabling park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11578908","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked; however, while opening the door to enter the vehicle, the message \"Transmission not in P, Risk of Vehicle Rolling Away\" was displayed. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle,","quote_2_odi":"11579182","quote_2_text":"I am reaching out to bring to your attention a significant manufacturing flaw in the Mercedes GL450 model, which poses a severe risk to both vehicle functionality and passenger safety. The issue pertains to water infiltration into the battery compartment situated beneath the","quote_3_odi":"10692165","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ GL450. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 80 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK AND THE SIDE MIRRORS BECAME DIM. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE UTILITY ROOM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-air-suspension-malfunction","label":"Air suspension grinding and unexpected ride-height changes","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11672674","quote_1_text":"1.The vehicle's air suspension system is constantly grinding, and moving/adjusting while being driven. It feels like the vehicles fame is off balance","quote_2_odi":"11355330","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE BOUNCED AND PULLED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE DRIVING WITH AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11756541","quote_3_text":"Vehicle was parked on the driveway, brake sign came on upon start and system malfunction error showed on screen, vehicle started lowering automatically and Air compressor stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-brake-fluid-malfunction","label":"Brake fluid loss and unexplained brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11143013","quote_1_text":"THE CAR RAN OUT OF BRAKE FLUID - THERE WAS AN INDICATOR AND WHEN TAKEN TO SERVICE WE WERE TOLD THE RESERVOIR WAS EMPTY. WHAT IS ALARMING IS THAT THE CAR IS SERVICED VERY FREQUENTLY AND ONE SET OF BRAKES WAS RECENTLY REPLACED (ABOUT 6 MONTHS)","quote_2_odi":"10715465","quote_2_text":"YOU NEED TO ORDER A RECALL OF MERCEDES BENZ GL450 (2014) (VIN [XXX]). I HAD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE FOR REPAIR BECAUSE THE BRAKES WERE LOCKING WHEN I DROVE BACK FROM SAN DIEGO AND SEVERAL TIMES I WAS CLOSE TO HIT OTHER VEHICLES","quote_3_odi":"11628855","quote_3_text":"There is a recall on some of the make & models of my truck with different years but, my truck has been having the same issue & I believe that myself & my family may be at risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Internal engine failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11590445","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was able to be driven to the residence","quote_2_odi":"11634146","quote_2_text":"On this Engine 166 model, I experience noise when Idling and when driving, coming from Engine with no code to indicate what is the problem of the car","quote_3_odi":"11537166","quote_3_text":"Tapping noise developed in the engine, after dealership inspection using borescope, scored cylinder walls were found, resulting to engine replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-oil-leak-camshaft-sensors","label":"Engine oil leak wicking into camshaft sensors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11457964","quote_1_text":"Oil leaking and wicking into camshaft position sensors, camshaft magnets, O2 sensors, engine wiring harness and ultimately, the ECU is destroying all electronic components connected to the engine causing misfiring and seizing","quote_2_odi":"11418207","quote_2_text":"Oil leaking and wicking into camshaft position sensors, camshaft magnets, O2 sensors, engine wiring harness and ultimately, the ECU is destroying all electronic components connected to the engine causing misfiring and seizing","quote_3_odi":"11530486","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL350. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, there was oil leaking underneath the vehicle. Additionally, the check engine warning light was illuminated while operating the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-steering-system-failure","label":"Power steering loss or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11569931","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL550. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, and the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine and malfunction PP0 warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10638770","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING WENT OUT WHILE CAR WAS PARKED , DROVE CAR WITHOUT POWER STEERING FOR ABOUT 9 MILES TO GET TO SAFE PLACE. AFTER CAR WAS RESTARTED SEVERAL TIMES STEERING STARTED TO WORK FINE","quote_3_odi":"11496474","quote_3_text":"1. The power steering wheel is stuck at the top position once in a while. 2. Active curve system pump will fail and leak fluids in 30000-40000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11457961","quote_1_text":"After picking up children from school, I was driving out of the parking lot down a slow-speed arterial road (35 mph posted speed limit). Roughly 30 seconds after reaching the posted speed limit we heard a loud bang (like a gunshot) and immediately pulled over","quote_2_odi":"11330419","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN ON I-27 FROM AMARILLO TO LUBBOCK AT 70 MILES PER HOUR ON 6/22/2020 IN PLEASANT WEATHER AND NO VEHICLES EITHER IN FRONT OF ME OR BESIDE ME, THE MIDDLE PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WITH THE GLASS SHATTERING INTO PIECES","quote_3_odi":"10948508","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 70 MPH THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. WE WERE NOT BEHIND ANOTHER CAR AND DRIVING IN THE MIDDLE OF AN UNPOPULATED AREA ALONG THE !-10 FREEWAY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2014-water-intrusion-cabin","label":"Water intrusion into cabin and electrical systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11429432","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary, she noticed moisture inside the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle filled up with water while it was raining","quote_2_odi":"11244201","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, SEVERAL MESSAGES DISPLAYED REGARDING THE PARKING BRAKE RELEASE, TRANSMISSION, AND THE VEHICLE BEING INOPERABLE. ALSO, SEVERAL ELECTRICAL FEATURES MALFUNCTIONED","quote_3_odi":"11527566","quote_3_text":"Water has accumulated into the spare wheel well twice causing my ad blue module to be submerged in water, making the system faulty, which then disables the car for use","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-airmatic-suspension-failure","label":"Airmatic air suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11448309","quote_1_text":"The airmatic system in this vehicle fails continuously, causing the vehicle to bump up and down while driving. Unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11121091","quote_2_text":"GL 450 WITH VIN [XXX] EXPERIENCED EXACT PROBLEM DEFINED BY NHTSA RECALL # 18V272 IN MAY 2018 (2 OR 3 WEEKS PRIOR TO RECEIVING RECALL NOTICE FROM MERCEDES-BENZ USA)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-camshaft-turbo-timing-chain","label":"Camshaft, turbocharger, and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11679345","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to formally request the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s assistance regarding a critical safety defect in my 2015 Mercedes‑Benz GL 450 (M278 engine)","quote_2_odi":"11546616","quote_2_text":"My 2015 GL550 has 90k miles on it and is city driven, on 09/11/2023 when I was trying to pull out onto a main rd my suv hesitated and the check engine light came on, luckily traffic wasn’t heavy at the time so I wasn’t in any accidents","quote_3_odi":"11508624","quote_3_text":"Upon receipt of vehicle, when the weather was nice, a rattle in the engine compartment appeared to take place intermittently. Upon diagnosis by a dealership, intermittent was confirmed to take place on a cold start, and not intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11728375","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 experienced an unexpected vehicle fire on Feb 13th 2026. The vehicle was just parked when I noticed smoke from the engine. The vehicle caught fire within a short period of time, and 911 was called. There was no known external cause for the fire","quote_2_odi":"11500804","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL450. The contact stated that the vehicle was in the dealer for 12 days for an oil change. The contact's son drove the vehicle 2 days later, at an undisclosed speed when the vehicle started smoking from the engine","quote_3_odi":"11470389","quote_3_text":"As I was driving down the freeway the whole vehicle caught on fire and we got out of the car and within 2-3 minutes while car was burned to ashes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-engine-wiring-harness-failure","label":"Engine wiring harness damage and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11690238","quote_1_text":"My 2015 Mercedes-Benz GL63 AMG has suffered two separate ECU failures caused by oil migrating through the engine wiring harness. The first failure occurred at ~42,600 miles in 2020, and the second at ~59,000 miles in 2023","quote_2_odi":"11359766","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE MISFIRED WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREETS AND PRESENTED A CODE FOR FAULTY IGNITION COILS. UPON INSPECTION, MERCEDES-BENZ SERVICE CENTER FOUND OIL IN THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS RENDERING THE CAR UNDRIVEABLE","quote_3_odi":"11130224","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE PRE-SAFETY FUNCTION LIMITED WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BY THE CONTACT AND PASSENGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-second-row-seat-headrest-defect","label":"Second-row seat and headrest defect","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11488454","quote_1_text":"There are many models of the gl550 ranging from 2012-2015, where the second row driver side seats get stuck in a downward position. Recently it happened to me and another gl550 was in the shop at Mercedes North Houston for repair for the same issue","quote_2_odi":"10816202","quote_2_text":"SECOND ROW HEAD REST DOES NOT ADJUST TO DIFFERENT POSITIONS MAKING IT UNSAFE FOR CHILDREN","quote_3_odi":"10669746","quote_3_text":"TRIED TO INSTALL CHILD SAFETY SEATS IN 2ND ROW SEATS. THE 2ND ROW HEADRESTS PREVENT THE PROPER INSTALLATION OF THE CHILD SAFETY SEATS. THE HEADRESTS CANNOT BE REMOVED, OR MOVED OUT OF THE WAY SO THAT THE CHILD SAFETY SEATS CAN BE INSTALLED PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2015-unintended-vehicle-movement","label":"Unintended vehicle movement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11181422","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GL350W. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE CONTACT'S HUSBAND ENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL. WHEN THE DRIVER TAPPED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO DEACTIVATE THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED","quote_2_odi":"10983029","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GL350. WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE CONTACT APPLIED FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AND CRASHED INTO A PALM TREE","quote_3_odi":"10726816","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES BENZ GL450. WHILE IN PARK, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD AS IF THE VEHICLE WERE IN DRIVE. THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER A CURB AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING, BUT WAS NOT REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2016-second-row-headrest-unsafe","label":"Second-row headrest unsafe for children","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10818230","quote_1_text":"THE SECOND ROW SEAT HEADREST IS UNUSABLE FOR MY CHILDREN. IT HITS THEM IN THE HEAD AND THEY ARE TOTALLY UNCOMFORTABLE. I SEE NOW THAT THIS IS A MAJOR SOURCE OF PROBLEMS FOR THIS VEHICLE. MANY PARENTS ARE COMPLAINING. MERCEDES HAS NO CURE FOR IT. NOT OK","quote_2_odi":"10763773","quote_2_text":"MY FATHER AND MOTHER IN-LAW RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2016 MERCEDES BENZ GL450 AS OUR FAMILY CAR. THE HEADRESTS FOR THE 2ND ROW SEATS WITH THE \"EASY ENTRY\" OPTION APPEAR TO POSE A COMFORT AND SAFETY ISSUE FOR BOTH CAR SEATS AND \"SHORTER\" PEOPLE... I WOULD SAY 5'-3\" AND SHORTER. WITH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2016-steering-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 17V241000 steering parts unavailable","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11015217","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GL63W4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V241000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11003984","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GL450. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V241000 (STEERING). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GL-Class","model_slug":"gl-class","cluster_id":"gl-class-2016-sunroof-shatters-spontaneously","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters spontaneously","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11731672","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered at some time between 2/4/26 and 2/5/26. Car was fine when I drove on 2/4/26 and parked at home at approximately 4:30p (still light outside). I got in car next day 2/5/26 at approximately 5:45p (when dark outside). Heard slight air/wind","quote_2_odi":"11091309","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF IN THIS VEHICLE SHATTERED OVERNIGHT WITHOUT ANY KNOWN CAUSE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY AT MY HOME. NO ONE WAS INJURED IN THIS INCIDENT. THE VEHICLE WAS LAST DRIVEN AT 10 P.M. ON 05/01/18 WITHOUT THE DAMAGE, AND AT 7:30 A.M. THIS MORNING, 05/02/18, WHEN I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gl-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2015-collision-assist-false-alert","label":"Forward collision assist false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11499518","quote_1_text":"Had an update on the software to control collision prevention on the car, and soon afterward it began to deploy at certain spots without any other car in front for at least 50 feet","quote_2_odi":"10945134","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AT APPROX. 30MPH AND SUDDENLY THE ENTIRE DASH LIT UP, ALL RED AND YELLOW SYMBOLS ALONG WITH A MSG IN THE DISPLAY TO THE EFFECT OF COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM INOPERATIVE, STOP IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"11190094","quote_3_text":"WE HAVE HAD THIS CAR ABOUT A YEAR, WE ENCOUNTER NUMEROUS OCCASION THE THE \"COLLISION ASSIST PLUS\" HAS ENGAGED INTERMITTENTLY W/O ANY REASONABLE OBSTACLE IN FRONT OF THE CAR WHEN IT IS IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2015-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering and rail failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11004296","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT 45MPH DURING DAY TIME, IN NORMAL SLOW-TRAFFIC CONDITIONS ON A CALIFORNIA FREEWAY, WHEN MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED. OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS 66F, I WAS NOT DRIVING UNDER A BRIDGE AND I DIDN'T HEAR ANY NOISE OF IMPACT GENERATED BY A FOREIGN OBJECT","quote_2_odi":"11471357","quote_2_text":"2015 AMG GLA-45. Sunroof violently broke, opening from front (normal is back) and sticking up 3-4 inches. Luckily this happened in our garage not moving, while simply pushing Close Sunroof button","quote_3_odi":"11491538","quote_3_text":"Panoramic sunroof slider shoes failing, being cracked and stuck in the railing, causing a sunroof malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2015-pcv-valve-stall","label":"Crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11552626","quote_1_text":"Crankcase Vent Value defect","quote_2_odi":"11611263","quote_2_text":"Today a Check Engine Light turned on my vehicle. I pulled the code via the OBD2 port and looked it up online","quote_3_odi":"11576297","quote_3_text":"All MB GLA and CLA 2015 cars have a common issue \"CRANKCASE VENTILATION VALVE\" which should be replaced a few times for the cars","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2015-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11073886","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS) BUT THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11064852","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250W4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11162549","quote_3_text":"I STARTED THE CAR AND I GOT A MESSAGE STATING THE RIGHT FRONT AIR BAG MALFUNCTIONED. THERE IS A SHORT. I TOOK THE CAR IN FOR REPAIR, THERE HAVE BEEN SEVERAL RECALLS ON THIS MODEL FOR THE AIR BAG, MINE IS NOT INCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2015-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11549868","quote_1_text":"Car randomly shifts to neutral, displays message : \"reverse not available\" or \"transmission malfunction\". Car rapidly slows down causing cars behind to make avoidance maneuvers","quote_2_odi":"11430060","quote_2_text":"I was driving and my car randomly changed to neutral on the highway in traffic. I could not changed the gear and was almost hit by several cars that swirved around me","quote_3_odi":"11482597","quote_3_text":"Upon start, got a \"reverse not possible\" warning. Tried to drive home, but shifting was very erratic and car slowed dramatically between shifts. On several occasions, cars behind me had to swerve to avoid me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-airbag-warning-horn-failure","label":"Airbag warning light with horn failure","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11693888","quote_1_text":"My airbag malfunction light appeared on the dashboard. Once the light appeared, the HORN STOPPED WORKING, a safety hazard that caused me not to be able to drive my vehicle for over a year due to the risk! I took the vehicle to the Mercedes-Benz dealership, 200 S Pickett St,","quote_2_odi":"11525752","quote_2_text":"Unknown… airbag light came on and horn and all buttons on wheel stopped working. It says airbag malfunction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-crankcase-ventilation-fault","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve fault code P052E","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11711026","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a P052E fault code related to the crankcase ventilation system on my Mercedes-Benz GLA. This is a known and widespread defect on multiple Mercedes-Benz models and is commonly covered under service bulletins and extended warranties up to 150,000 miles. My vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11594424","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the crankcase ventilation system had failed. The dealer determined that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-fuel-leak-gasoline-odor","label":"Fuel leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11581399","quote_1_text":"Following regular maintenance of my 2016 GLA 250 with my mechanic for the car repeatedly stalling, the mechanic discovered there is a fuel leak causing the fuel injectors and fuel rall to not get proper fuel injection. The mechanic found a manufacturer’s recall for the make,","quote_2_odi":"11546494","quote_2_text":"Smell of gas when turning on heater, fuel leaking on engine block","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-neutral-shift-while-driving","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11546542","quote_1_text":"The vehicle change's gears and automatically switch to neutral while driving. I almost had a major accident on the interstate. This happened several times and the last time it happened was on September 23rd. The first time the incident happened I was told that it was a sensor in","quote_2_odi":"11429791","quote_2_text":"In the past three days, I experienced 4 times while driving and/or waiting for the red light, the car just changed to N(neutral) from D by itself. And I couldn’t manually switch back. I had to turn off then started the car again, then I was able to drive the car. It was very","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-panoramic-sunroof-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof track and seal failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11732038","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof fails to open/ close evenly due to plastic track failure. One side binds while the other moves, causing glass to tilt and jam. Risk of glass shattering, sudden detachment, distraction while driving, and water intrusion affecting airbags/electronics","quote_2_odi":"10954279","quote_2_text":"DRIVING 70 MPH ON HIGHWAY, 12K MILES ON MY 2016 CAR AND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED OUT THE TOP OF MY CAR. SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN BLAST, SHREDS OF GLASS EVERYWHERE. NO WARNINGS, SOUNDS, ANY IDEA ABOUT TO OCCUR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla250-2016-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11052795","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11044216","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" WHAT PURPOSE DOES THIS RECALL SERVE IF THE MANUFACTURER STILL DOES NOT HAVE A \"REMEDY\" AVAILABLE? I HAVE 3 BENZ'S, ALL AFFECTED BY THIS RECALL AND FOR OVER 1 YEAR THE DEALER CANNOT REPAIR DUE TO \"NO REMEDY YET AVAIL\". SO IN THE MEANTIME, WE SHOULD DRIVE AND PRAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-airbag-clockspring","label":"Air bag warning light with clock spring or steering fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11684815","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the warning light that the driver’s side air bag required service was illuminated. The contact stated that the warning light was constantly illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11643708","quote_2_text":"Stearing wheel began to make a clicking sound and would hardly turn. The Front Left Malfunction Service required light came on and when I took it to the dealership they informed me that the clock spring and airbag are broken and need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-crankcase-vent-valve","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve fault code P052E-71","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11573413","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 GLA-250 with 90k miles and check engine light is on. My mechanic told me it was engine code P052E-71 crankcase ventilation valve and was a very known problem with 4 cylinder turbo engine and mercedes benz has extended emissions warranty for this issue","quote_2_odi":"11634299","quote_2_text":"Check engine light received a diagnosis from Mercedes dealership that the crankcase ventilator line is malfunctioning and it’s a very common issue with this model","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor inside cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11573829","quote_1_text":"A few times a week I will go to start my car and the smell of gas is too much to bear inside the vehicle! You can smell it for hours and is hard to drive with the windows up!","quote_2_odi":"11563803","quote_2_text":"Car smells strongly of gasoline","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-instrument-cluster","label":"Instrument cluster and warning light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11750673","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. In addition, the contact stated that the warning lights turned off one after the other and the instrument cluster","quote_2_odi":"11544751","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the computer software needed to be updated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-neutral-shift","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11181284","quote_1_text":"ON 12/23/18 AND AGAIN ON 2/19/19 MY 2017 GLA SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WHILE DRIVING. MY DASH LIGHTS WENT OUT, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL THE RADIO STOPPED PLAYING OR SKIPPED IN AND OUT","quote_2_odi":"11150118","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY AROUND 70 MPH, THE IP DISPLAY JUST SUDDENLY DISAPPEAR FOR 1 SPLIT SECOND, THEN THE CAR SHIFTED ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL AND DISPLAYED THE FOLLOWING MESSAGE: \"TRANSMISSION MALFUNCTION STOP\", THEN I COASTED TO THE RIGHT SHOULDER AREA OF THE FREEWAY,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11004749","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V114000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN APRIL OF 2016","quote_2_odi":"11053466","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-sunroof-failure","label":"Sunroof panel failure to open or close","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11683685","quote_1_text":"1. *Component Failure*: The sunroof/moonroof has stopped functioning correctly due to broken plastic rail guides/sliders, causing issues with opening and closing","quote_2_odi":"11361174","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL CRACKING SOUND AND FELT WATER DRIPPING ON TOP OF HER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2017-tire-alignment-wear","label":"Uneven front tire wear from alignment issue","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11738687","quote_1_text":"Tire size 235/40 R20. Both front tires extremely worn in an uneven way with 1 having metal showing. Discout Tire in Lafayette, IN inpected and stated, \"Lucky to be alive given how dangerous it is to drive on tires with metal exposed.\"","quote_2_odi":"11737726","quote_2_text":"Tire size is 235/40 R20. Both front tires were extremely worn in an uneven way with 1 having metal showing. Discount Tire inspected the tires and stated that we were, \"Lucky to be alive given how dangerous it is to drive on tires worn so badly with metal exposed.\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-airbag-clockspring","label":"Airbag warning light and clockspring fracture","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11509710","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that the clockspring in the steering column was fractured and made inoperable…","quote_2_odi":"11083398","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA250. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-crankcase-vent-valve-p052e","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve fault (P052E)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11720771","quote_1_text":"Why is the Crankcase Ventilation System P052E Code (PCV) covered in most Mercedes models, but not the GLA? This is an expensive repair that seems to cover other cars but penalizes GLA owners just to have a safe car to drive like the other models…","quote_2_odi":"11634672","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle hesitated and jerked abnormally before accelerating. The contact stated that the failure also occurred while accelerating from the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-fuel-odor","label":"Fuel odor in cabin and fuel leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11645071","quote_1_text":"There was a gas smell that would seep into the driving cabin from the engine. It was intermittent however when it did occur, the smell was strong enough to cause light headedness to the occupants of the vehicle. I took the car to my personal mechanic…","quote_2_odi":"11644599","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that there was a fuel odor coming from the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster and electrical display failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11746825","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster would fail intermittently, the speedometer would be my accurate speed, and then suddenly 0. Same for RPMs, gas, etc. Then after a period of time they would work again. Some times is was just oscillating back and forth between the failure modes…","quote_2_odi":"11684208","quote_2_text":"My vehicle electrical panel is messed up can not read the driver panel the sunroof electrical also is not working the driver seat chair electrical stopped working and ever since the sunroof n chair started giving me issues my front panels started to go haywire…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-rear-differential-noise","label":"Rear differential and rear-end noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11673669","quote_1_text":"Rear differential is faulty. This is the second time it has failed. The first time was in October 2021 the mileage was 44,812 and it was repaired. More recently it was making a noise and I took it back to Mercedes Benz dealership for repair…","quote_2_odi":"11040373","quote_2_text":"THE PROBLEM IS WHEN TRAVELLING AT LOW SPEEDS OR STOP THE CAR TO HALT ABLE TO HEAR A NOISE FROM THE REAR END. LIKE A METAL HITTING ANOTHER METAL. IT HAS BEEN ONLY 1 MONTH I BOUGHT THE CAR AND 1300MILES ON IT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shatter and panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11748081","quote_1_text":"Sunroof glass exploded without warning while driving at highway speed. Glass shards poured throughout the vehicle including on the driver, potentially putting the vehicle and other vehicles in danger.","quote_2_odi":"11487062","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle on the highway the front panel immediately in front of the panoramic roof was ripped off. The glue holding the panel in place was defective and is a known issue that currently has a recall out issued by Mercedes Benz…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof failure to close and water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11605188","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side of the sunroof had raised up, causing the sunroof to fail to close properly. The vehicle had been taken to a certified mechanic who informed the contact that the sunroof needed…","quote_2_odi":"11668964","quote_2_text":"to a sunroof bonding issue that could cause water leakage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2018-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shift to neutral and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11625915","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the freeway and the transmission shifted into neutral and the car lost power. The Red malfunction lights came on and said transmission malfunction, DO NOT SHIFT, STOP driving immediately, contact dealer. There is a class action lawsuit and a RECALL…","quote_2_odi":"11622356","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the transmission unintendedly shifted to neutral. No warning light was illuminated; however, the message \"Transmission Error\" was displayed on the instrument panel…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2019-airbag-clock-spring-deployment","label":"Airbag clock spring failure and unwarranted deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11466514","quote_1_text":"On December 4th 2021, while driving my airbags deployed without warning or notice. On a normal day at this time I would be traveling on the highway. The impact of the airport was so intense it stunned me and I thought another vehicle made impact","quote_2_odi":"11466514","quote_2_text":"I did notice a warning lamp just a couple of hours prior to its deployment and called Mercedes to schedule a service to look into it. Approx 3 hours later the airbag deployed. The components in the steering wheel flew out causing damage to the interior of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2019-fuel-odor-rail-leak","label":"Fuel odor from leaking fuel rail","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11658896","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds and while parked, the contact observed a gasoline odor in the cabin of the vehicle and outside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11566364","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was idling, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor inside and outside of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2019-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential noise and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11595588","quote_1_text":"Noise in rear differential, had dealership where I purchased vehicle flush & change the fluid in rear differential. Tech stated it will need to be replaced. Vehicle has 75,000. Research has numerous problems with this issue","quote_2_odi":"11577393","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for a routine oil change, the contact was informed that the differential was fractured","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2019-transmission-shifts-to-neutral","label":"Transmission shifts to neutral without warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11448141","quote_1_text":"While driving at various speeds, my car suddenly and without warning goes into neutral. I have to them switch it into drive. It happens several times during a drive and at varying times and varying speeds","quote_2_odi":"11703689","quote_2_text":"I was driving my vehicle and it shifted into neutral and would not go back into gear until I pulled over to side of the road, turned it off and back on. A check engine light came on when I restarted the vehicle and I took the vehicle to the dealership for diagnosis","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-2019-water-intrusion-sunroof-pillars","label":"Water intrusion near sunroof and pillars","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11569250","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact stated that there was water leaking from all four grab handles above the front and rear driver's and passenger's side seats. Upon inspection, the contact noticed water stains around the sunroof and headliner","quote_2_odi":"11690737","quote_2_text":"My turn signals are not working and warnings are showing up on my dashboard. My pillars are both wet on the drivers side and passenger side. My speed odometer and tachodometer are not working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2021-backup-camera-recall-parts","label":"Rearview camera recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11491304","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA250. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11431590","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System). The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2021-cylinder-head-stalling","label":"Cylinder head failure and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11661372","quote_1_text":"Many owners, including myself, have experienced premature cylinder head failure, often without warning, leading to loss of power, engine misfires, rough idling, and in some cases, sudden engine shutdown while driving","quote_2_odi":"11547873","quote_2_text":"Engine misfired in operation requiring an emergency stop while on a mountain road. Severe check engine light turned on (Mercedes has a two stage check engine light)","quote_3_odi":"11544109","quote_3_text":"I purchased this car approx 3 months after real issues began. My car would have issues idling where it would sometimes turn off at stop lights and require multiple reignition attempts before proceeding","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2021-electrical-moisture-intrusion","label":"Electrical system short circuit from clogged drainage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11743847","quote_1_text":"Cowl vent grille openings allowed normal environmental debris to accumulate, plug drainage and divert water onto electrical components and potentially result in a fire if not addressed","quote_2_odi":"11546751","quote_2_text":"The entire circuit board was short circuited immobilizing the car in the middle of the highway. It was determined that the condensation of the air conditioning was unable to drain due to the drainage tubing being clogged with insects","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLA-Class","model_slug":"gla-class","cluster_id":"gla-class-2021-tire-wear-pressure","label":"Tire wear and pressure placard discrepancies","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11469173","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH on a local road and attempting to get into the right lane, the driver crashed into a pole where the vehicle came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11467250","quote_2_text":"Tires are dysfunctional poorly made235/55 R18 The front tires are ready to blow out and look /feel very unsafe to drive no blow out yet - however last 6 months many people have noticed POOR TRACTION & asked if the car tires need air","quote_3_odi":"11585806","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has two separate tire inflation placards. There is a placard inside the drivers door recommending 43 PSI (cold) all tires, and another placard inside the fuel door recommending 38 PSI front and 34 PSI rear (cold)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gla-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light malfunctions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11734342","quote_1_text":"my car has only 24533 miles and Air bag malfunction message is showing up","quote_2_odi":"11383890","quote_2_text":"GOT WARNING LIGHT ON IN DECEMBER 7TH 2020 SAYING \"FRONT RIGHT AIRBAG MALFUNCTION\". TOOK CAR FOR SERVICE AND APPARENT SOLVED ISSUE. TODAY DECEMBER 17TH 2020 THE PROBLEM IS BACK AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11361424","quote_3_text":"FOUR WEEKS AGO I TURNED ON MY CAR AND SAW A WARNING LIGHT THAT SAID \"LEFTSIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG MALFUNCTION\". I IMMEDIATELY CALLED THE MERCEDES 800 NUMBER AND THEY TRANSFERRED ME TO MY LOCAL SERVICE CENTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-dash-electrical-blank","label":"Dashboard and instrument cluster electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11340435","quote_1_text":"ON FRIDAY 7/17/2020 AROUNDNOON, I WASDRIVING MYMB GLB THAT WAS BOUGHT LESSTHAN90 DAYS AGO WHEN SUDDENLY THE DASHBOARD WENT BLANK. I COULD NOT SEE SPEED, GAS GAGES OR ANY OTHER SAFETY FEATURES THAT WOULD BE ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11406659","quote_2_text":"I EXPERIENCED AN INCIDENT WITH MY RECENTLY PURCHASED GLB 250 THAT MIRRORS EXACTLY THE 20200070009 RECALL THAT DOES NOT COVER MY VIN. AFTER RUNNING THE VEHICLE THROUGH A CAR WASH, THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WENT BLANK, WITH NO ABILITY TO DETERMINE SPEED, FUEL LEVELS, ETC","quote_3_odi":"11545725","quote_3_text":"My GLB250 does not fall under recall 2020070009 however after taking it through the car wash the entire display instrument went out and car will not turn on and off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-engine-failure-stalling","label":"Engine failure and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11757113","quote_1_text":"Complete engine failure mid driving on highway. NO engine light prior to complete engine failure. Vehicle has been towed to two different Mercedes Benz auto dealerships","quote_2_odi":"11575249","quote_2_text":"Engine failure. Engine has no compression which is causing injection fueler to fail. The head engine has gone bad at 50,000 miles. Head engine must be replaced and is on back order per Mercerdes Benz","quote_3_odi":"11617187","quote_3_text":"Car constantly cuts out and loses power as well as occasionally shuts off for no reason. Causing very hazardous driving conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-front-axle-steering","label":"Front axle and steering control failures","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11451402","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLB250. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at approximately 45 mph and merged to the left, the driver was losing control of the steering and crashed into the meridian","quote_2_odi":"11461636","quote_2_text":"The integral carrier that supports the front axle caused it to fail. Front axle carrier failed and resulted in a loss of steering control, and hit the curb","quote_3_odi":"11633560","quote_3_text":"CV joint axle. This car does not maintain its lane. Drives misaligned and sounds like there is a cracking noise like something is breaking under driverside steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-fuel-leak-odor","label":"Fuel system leaks and odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11395972","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB250. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMALLY STRONG SMELL OF GASOLINE INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS ABOUT TO ENTER THE VEHICLE, HE BECAME AWARE OF A LARGE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11570269","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated that there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11489214","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH the vehicle had started shaking as if the engine was going to stall. The contact stated the check engine light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-class-2020-spoiler-trim-detachment","label":"Rear spoiler and exterior trim detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11615360","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB250. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the rear spoiler detached from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11385562","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 79 MPH THE WHOLE VEHICLE SHUTTERED AND THEN THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE EXPLODED. THE REAR SPOILER ASSEMBLY FLEW OFF IN PIECES","quote_3_odi":"11678410","quote_3_text":"I am submitting this formal complaint regarding a serious safety incident involving my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLB, which directly reflects the defect outlined in Recall 20V-480 (Rear Spoiler Detachment)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-electrical-water-intrusion","label":"Electrical system failure with water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11551607","quote_1_text":"Entire electrical system went out while driving causing check engine light to come on after the failure of system; there was no dashboard working at all when the system went out; without the dashboard out it was not certain if the vehicle was safe to drive anymore; the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11533526","quote_2_text":"The horn randomly starts honking while driving posing a serious safety risk. it makes driving the vehicle seem like it is stolen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-engine-failure-m260","label":"M260 engine failure and cylinder head defect","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11660562","quote_1_text":"On 4/13/25 while driving my car on the highway, along with my 2 young children, I began to hear what initally sounded like a \"flapping\" noise. I rolled the windows down and after a minute or 2 the sound got lounder. There was never a warning or any type of safety icon","quote_2_odi":"11668223","quote_2_text":"In April 2025, my 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB 250 (81,000 miles) suffered repeated engine issues caused by a cylinder head failure. The dealer attempted a cylinder head replacement, but during their own test drive after repairs, the engine completely seized and failed again","quote_3_odi":"11520946","quote_3_text":"The car has 29,000 miles and I took it on a two day trip across part of the country.  It was driven hard but had a oil change before leaving.  After arriving home it started to sputter and have no \"energy\".  I had the cabin filter and engine filter changed and another oil change…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-front-axle-suspension","label":"Front axle and suspension clunk or separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11496487","quote_1_text":"Front right ball joint separated from lower control arm with no advance warning and the drive shaft was disconnected from the vehicle body.   I was travelling at about 15 mph in a straight line through an intersection on a flat surface with no potholes. Then I saw a warning of a…","quote_2_odi":"11667631","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing down the driveway at approximately 4 MPH, the contact turned the steering wheel to the left and the vehicle started losing motive power. The contact stated that the RPMs were extremely high and the vehicle almost stalled","quote_3_odi":"11701110","quote_3_text":"one of our vehicles, a 2021 mb glb250 has recently developed severe clunking, thumping, and loud cracking noises originating from the front axle area, noticeable especially at low speeds. The problem appeared suddenly and is rapidly worsening","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11704359","quote_1_text":"Driving on north bound of Merritt Parkway between exit 17 and 18. Today 12/10/25 9:28 AM My panoramic sunroof exploded ! all catch on video, driver on the vehicle behind me , came to check on me; and told me the glass went over four feet up in the air and then hit…","quote_2_odi":"11734501","quote_2_text":"Family and I were driving on the interstate and heard a loud bang (like a shotgun) followed by immediate glass everywhere.  The panoramic sunroof exploded.  We had to drive 4 hours like this - lucky we didn’t jerk the wheel on the interstate with the noise","quote_3_odi":"11483597","quote_3_text":"On September 3, 2022 while traveling east on AL highway 110 the sunroof exploded as i was driving. Notified Montgomery county sheriff Department but they refuse to do a report because it wasn’t an accident. The dealership said something had to hit the sunroof for it to Shadder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-stationary-roof-panel-windshield","label":"Stationary roof panel and windshield glass cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11756454","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the front stationary roof panel detached from the vehicle and shattered. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact became aware of a recall with a similar failure; however, the VIN was not included","quote_2_odi":"11516008","quote_2_text":"I heard a loud pop or bang sound coming from the top middle area of my windshield.  I checked for any windshield damage, observed none.  I thought the whole noise strange as nothing had hit my car or windshield. A couple days later I noticed that the glass panel between the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLB-Class","model_slug":"glb-class","cluster_id":"glb-2021-transmission-limp-mode","label":"Transmission malfunction warning and limp mode","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742901","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway at 70mph my transmission malfunction warning light illuminated in red and my vehicle went into limp mode, creating a life threatening safety defect at highway speeds. I immediately took the vehicle to Mercedes Benz of Pittsburgh","quote_2_odi":"11721700","quote_2_text":"When my car sits in the rain for long periods of time, while driving, it will automatically switch into neutral and give me a \"transmission malfunction stop\" & \"service required do not shift gears visit dealer\" sign on the dash. This has happened at least 7 times in 2 years…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glb-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-brake-squeal-reverse","label":"Brake squeal when reversing or in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10944055","quote_1_text":"PIERCING BRAKE SQUEAL WHEN APPLYING BRAKES UNDER ALL DRIVING CONDITIONS. PROBLEM ARISES AFTER OWNING BRAND NEW GLC300 FOR 8 MONTHS (10,000 MILES)","quote_2_odi":"10936009","quote_2_text":"BRAKES HAVE GONE FROM SQUEAKING TO DEAFENING SQUEAL AND DO NOT SEEM TO STOP AS QUICKLY. VERY SPONGY. DEALER SAYS THEY WONT HAVE REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MONTHS. CONCERNED WE SHOULDNT BE DRIVING THE CAR AND DONT TRUST THE DEALER TO BE TRUTHFUL","quote_3_odi":"11339756","quote_3_text":"BRAKES SCREECH LOUDLY WHEN IN REVERSE CAUSING NOISE DISTURBANCE AND CONCERN ABOUT POSSIBLE SAFETY ISSUE. THIS HAS BEEN AN ON-GOING PROBLEM FOR SEVERAL MONTHS AND IS GETTING PROGRESSIVELY WORSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-engine-piston-failure","label":"Engine piston or camshaft failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11541304","quote_1_text":"I lost power on while driving at speed and almost got rear-ended before pulling over. I had to tow the car to a mechanic. After diagnosis it turned out the pistons are cracked and had to be replaced as well as the rod bearings","quote_2_odi":"11617878","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving 45-50 MPH, the engine experienced rough idling and the vehicle was shaking violently. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11416454","quote_3_text":"AT 40,000 MILES, ONE OF THE WRIST PINS SNAPPED AND THE PISTON BROKE OFF. THIS CAUSED COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE AND THE WHOLE ENGINE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS THE SAME PROBLEM THAT CAUSED A RECALL WITH THE 2015 MODEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor in cabin from fuel line or rail leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11268937","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG FUEL ODOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED PERIODICALLY","quote_2_odi":"11388519","quote_2_text":"FUEL SMELL ENTERING CABIN AFTER START UP, FUEL LINE ON DRIVERS SIDE NEAR STEERING COLUMN LEAKING, GOOGLED PROBLEM AND SEEMS TO BE COMMON OCCURRENCE WITH GLC300, AND MERCEDES C CLASS BUT NO RECALL,","quote_3_odi":"11151231","quote_3_text":"ON COLD START (7AM, BETWEEN 60 AND 70F DEGREES), THERE'S A STRONG GAS SMELL ON BOTH THE CABIN AND OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON OR ANY OTHER INDICATOR OF A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-pcv-valve-failure","label":"Positive crankcase ventilation valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11496937","quote_1_text":"Got the MIL obd2 error code P052E - Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance. After some research this seems to be a common issue for this vehicle and other similar Mercedes Benz vehicles with the same engine","quote_2_odi":"11510134","quote_2_text":"2016 GLC300 - Fault code P052E71 positive crankcase ventilation regulatory valve displayed on console. I reset code and it came up again in a few days","quote_3_odi":"11469662","quote_3_text":"Faulty crankcase vent valve causing oil to leak into electrical lines of engine with car at 42,000 miles. This was confirmed by dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-starting-limiter-recall-delay","label":"Starting current limiter recall repair delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10992843","quote_1_text":"A RECALL WAS ISSUED ON MY VEHICLE 4 MONTHS AGO AND THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER ARE STILL STATING THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PART TO PROPERLY REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THEIR NOTICE STATES THAT THERE IS A CONCERN THAT OVERHEATING OF THE STARTING CURRENT LIMITER","quote_2_odi":"11005138","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM MERCEDES IN MARCH 2017 STATING THAT THE STARTING LIMITER MAY OVERHEAT RESULTING IN FIRE. AS OF THIS DATE, JULY 13, 2017, MERCEDES HAS NO IDEA WHEN IT WILL HAVE THE PART (S). THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE","quote_3_odi":"10971793","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE AS THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-sunroof-panel-detachment","label":"Panoramic sunroof panel detachment or shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10874285","quote_1_text":"AT 7:30 AM ON JUNE 10, 2016, WHILE DRIVING NORTH ON RTE. 495 IN DELAWARE IN OUR 5-MONTH-OLD MB - GLC 300, THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY AND WITHOUT ANY WARNING EXPLODED AND SHATTERED OUTWARD. THE SOUND WAS AS LOUD AS A BOMB","quote_2_odi":"11056986","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF SHATTERED AND EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING, WITHOUT ANY EXTERNAL IMPACT SEEN, FELT OR HEARD. VEHICLE WAS MOVING ON RURAL HIGHWAY (FLAT FARMLAND) AROUND 55-60 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11747561","quote_3_text":"Was driving down the highway a the panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof detached a flew off. Other models are included in this same recall but my make and model are not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11065860","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V627000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11048262","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR AFTER HEARING ABOUT THE RECALL. LOCAL MERCEDES DEALER IS NOT ABLE TO DO ANYTHING AT THIS TIME. WE ARE FRUSTRATED BECAUSE WE CHOSE TO PURCHASE THIS CAR MAINLY BECAUSE OF ITS SAFETY RECORD","quote_3_odi":"11063823","quote_3_text":"THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IS DATED OCTOBER 6, 2017 AND ON THIS DATE, 1/19/18 THERE IS STILL NO INFORMATION WHEN THE REPAIRS WILL BE DONE. THIS PRESENTS A HARDSHIP WHEN TRYING TO TRADE-IN OR SELL AN AFFECTED VEHICLE SINCE SOME DEALERSHIPS WILL EITHER NOT ACCEPT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with loss of braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11453712","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLC300W. The contact stated while driving at 65 mph the vehicle went through a sudden acceleration and then slowed down to about 65 mph. The contact stated no warning lights were","quote_2_odi":"11193090","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300W. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN TO PARK, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AUTOMATICALLY AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11022721","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CONTACT'S BARN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-airbag-seatbelt-malfunction","label":"Airbag and seat belt system malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11666296","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has previous recalls done and still has the same issues with recall. Srs code no air bag will deploy. Dealer ship refused to service vehicle due to miscommunication and I'm driving a defective vehicle without an airbag","quote_2_odi":"11360138","quote_2_text":"I HAD AN ACCIDENT AND REARENDEAD ANOTHER CA. HOWEVER MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11557169","quote_3_text":"The seat belt latch in the second seating row, the outboard seatbelt latch plate retracted into the area between the c-pillar paneling and the rear side paneling. The rear occupant was not be able to fasten the seat belt latch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11483487","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic engine failure at 63,000 miles. Mechanic says its a known issue with this particular make and model of that year. Dealer says I need to replace the engine","quote_2_odi":"11467011","quote_2_text":"Was driving on the freeway car started to shake. Speed dropped from 73 to 40 I was thankfully able to merge off the freeway. I stoped to see if there was any visible damage. Everything look normal","quote_3_odi":"11490203","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, she detected white smoke coming from the tailpipes. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to pull over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-fuel-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel line leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11631359","quote_1_text":"Strong gasoline smell coming from the engine bay every morning at start up. I removed protective plastic lining from the under carriage to identify the issue. I identified a lot of gasoline dripping from the top portion of the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11454122","quote_2_text":"The fuel line leaks directly under the driver seat. Filling the cabin with fuel vapors. Mercedes has an extended warranty for this problem but only on vehicles from 2004 to 2009","quote_3_odi":"11298138","quote_3_text":"FEED LINE TO HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP LEAKING TO ENGINE COMPARTMENT CAUSING ODOR WHEN STARTING IN COLD WEATHER (VEHICLE STATIONARY). HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR A LONG TIME BUT SIMPLY DID NOT CONNECT THE DOTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-panoramic-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11067206","quote_1_text":"EXPLODING PANORAMIC SUNROOF: WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 40MPH ON ROUTE 35SOUTH (MIDDLETOWN, NJ) IN 30 DEGREE WEATHER AT 7:30PM ON 5FEB2018 THE FORWARD PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO OTHER CARS AROUND ME. IT WAS A LOUD POP EXPLOSION","quote_2_odi":"10949946","quote_2_text":"WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY, TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH IN OAKLAND, CA. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR - NO RAIN AND APPROXIMATELY 60 DEGREES. ALL OF A SUDDEN, THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE LIKE A GUNSHOT AND OUR PANARAMIC SUNROOF SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"11328810","quote_3_text":"THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD. I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THAT THIS HAS HAPPENED ON THIS VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-pcv-crankcase-valve-failure","label":"Positive crankcase ventilation valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11473640","quote_1_text":"Getting error code P052e which has been a very common issue with these engines on Mercedes models. It does not affect driving but since it’s out of warranty, it will cost over $3,000 to repair","quote_2_odi":"11519210","quote_2_text":"There are lots of 2017 GLC 300 that has been having issues with PCV system that are malfunctioning that could cause engine failure. Customers are forced to spend $2000 plus to have this fixed rather than Mercedes owning its problem and fixing it","quote_3_odi":"11397811","quote_3_text":"1. CRANKCASE VENTILATION VALVE PERFORMANCE FAILED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT IS ON WHILE DRIVING 2. SMELLS GAS FROM UNDER THE HOOD. HEARD IT'S COMMON PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-recall-17v114000-parts-delay","label":"Engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11016497","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V114000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11005345","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V114000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11000195","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC300. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V114000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A SPECIFIC TIME FRAME FOR THE PARTS TO ARRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-service-brake-squeal","label":"Service brake squeal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10938545","quote_1_text":"REFER TO 2016 GLC-300 COMPLAINTS ABOUT SCREECHING SERVICE BRAKES AND COPY/PASTE COMPLAINTS HERE. 2017 MODEL HAS THE SAME SCREECHING NOISES AND CAR WAS PURCHASED IN AUGUST 2016","quote_2_odi":"11163133","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT CAR 3 DAYS AGO AND BRAKES SQUEAL UPON BACKING OUT OF GARAGE AND SOMETIMES APPLYING WHEN STOPPING! SPECIFICALLY ASKED SALESMAN IF MERCEDES HAD PROBLEMS WITH BRAKES MAKING NOISE AS WE WENT THROUGH THIS WITH A VW TOUREG AND WAS TOLD NO THEY DO NOT HAVE THIS PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10958319","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A MERCEDES GLC 300 2017 IN SEPTEMBER IN DELRAY BEACH AND WHEN I APPROACHED 3500 BREAKS STARTED TO SQUEAL. I TOOK THE CAR IN AND THEY SAID THEY WOULD ORDER NEW BREAKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2017-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Unexpected loss of drive or neutral shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11669974","quote_1_text":"My vehicle goes into neutral while driving which poses a major risk","quote_2_odi":"11595449","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle independently shifted to neutral(N) for approximately 5 minutes. The vehicle failed to release from neutral when the driver shifted the gear shifter","quote_3_odi":"11515975","quote_3_text":"One morning I was driving the GLC-300 about 45 mph, when suddenly the car went from 45mph to 0 in 3 seconds. The car stopped and it would not move forward. The car was towed to the Mercedes Benz dealership and it was discovered that front differential was broken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-brake-squeal","label":"Brake squeal and grinding noise at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11157119","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES SQUEAL VERY LOUD AND I AM CONSTANTLY HAVING TO BRAKE HARD SEVERAL TIMES TO MAKE THIS NOISE TEMPORARILY GO AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11096619","quote_2_text":"BREAKS CONTINUALLY SQUEAK IN REVERSE ON COLDER MORNINGS AT SLOW SPEEDS. EVEN IF THE CAR WARMS UP FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, THE LOUD SQUEAKING DOES NOT STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-clock-spring-airbag-warning","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure with air bag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11535378","quote_1_text":"All of the buttons on my steering wheel including the horn stopped working. I hear a clicking noise when i turn the steering wheel and the passenger air bag light randomly goes on and off. This leads me to believe the clock spring is broken","quote_2_odi":"11475794","quote_2_text":"While driving my SUV, I turned a corner and I heard and felt a wire or wires pull and snap inside the steering wheel. I then found that I could not operate any of the controls on the steering wheel and the driver side airbag light came on with a disabled message on the display","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-crankcase-vent-valve-p052e","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve malfunction (code P052E)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11499373","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on with code P052E : Positive Crankcase Ventilation Regulator Valve Performance","quote_2_odi":"11527424","quote_2_text":"At 35,000 miles the check engine light came on, error message was checked at a Mercedes dealership and read a Crankcase Vent Valve malfunction. The malfunction causes issues with acceleration and causes a high RPM idle and accelerates engine wear","quote_3_odi":"11571765","quote_3_text":"I have had to replace the faulty pcv valve in my vehicle every 11 months since I have owned it. At over $1,000 a piece and with this being a well known problem with this make of vehicle the company needs to fix this problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-m274-piston-failure","label":"M274 engine piston failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11555185","quote_1_text":"Complete engine failure after 55,000 miles determined that there was a broken piston #1 in the car. This required a complete engine replacement","quote_2_odi":"11741952","quote_2_text":"Component Failure: The vehicle is equipped with the M274 2.0L turbocharged engine, which suffered a major internal mechanical defect","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering or trim panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11531489","quote_1_text":"My panoramic sunroof shattered while I was driving on the highway. There was a loud, sonic noise, like a gunshot and the glass shattered. There were no large trucks near me and after checking the roof, there was no object on the roof that could have caused it","quote_2_odi":"11514023","quote_2_text":"Driving at 70MPH on interstate and glass on top of roof in front of sunroof became separated and flew off of car. Part appears to be named Cover OSR","quote_3_odi":"11163043","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY DURING CLEAR SUNNY DAY ON 12/21/18 AT ABOUT 2:30 PM ON I-10 EAST JUST OUTSIDE OF HOUSTON WHEN MY SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED OUTWARD. NO SIGNS OF ANY DEBRIS BEING FLUNG UP OR STRIKING SUNROOF AND THERE WERE NO VEHICLES CLOSE TO US AT THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-seat-belt-latch-retraction","label":"Rear seat belt latch plate retraction and buckle warnings","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11568507","quote_1_text":"Rear seat belt latch plates (both driver and passenger side) retracted into the rear side paneling behind the seat. Both seat belts are now unusable. Issue occurred after rear seats were folded flat and then returned to upright position","quote_2_odi":"11482285","quote_2_text":"While driving and front driver seatbelt fastened, the seat belt unfastened warning will intermittently go on and off tightening the seat belt, as if first starting the car. This has occurred for several weeks now","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Transmission shifting into Neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11544396","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is switching gears automatically from Drive to Neutral in the middle of the road, in the middle of driving, VERY dangerous situation","quote_2_odi":"11676731","quote_2_text":"The car does not go into drive from reverse and will sometime automatically shift itself from a low drive gear (D1) into Neutral without warning. After this happens - the car also can't get back into D1","quote_3_odi":"11621613","quote_3_text":"Transmissiongoes into neutral while driving car at times. sometimes it will not go back into gear No movement of car on freeway potential of being hit from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-class-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11687525","quote_1_text":"While pulling into a parking spot with my foot hovering above/on the break, the car lurched forward as if someone had floored the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"11349114","quote_2_text":"WHEN I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT AT A LOW SPEED, THE CAR ACCELERATED AND LURCHED FORWARD, HITTING A WALL, WHICH DEPLOYED THE AIRBAGS. WHEN THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE, I HIT THE BRAKES BUT THEY DID NOT ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera and infotainment electronics malfunction","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11642730","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC350E. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera failed to display an image. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11482076","quote_2_text":"The car's backup camera sttoped working suddenly. No image can be seen in the monitor, putting at risk the life of other pedestrian or putting a collision risk","quote_3_odi":"11165047","quote_3_text":"I WAS CONCERNED THAT THE ELECTRONICS(BACKUP CAMERA, BLUETOOTH, MUSIC, ENTERTAINMENT CONSOLE) WERE NONFUNCTIONAL. HOWEVER, THE EXPLANATION THE SALES REPRESENTATIVE GAVE ME WAS SUFFICIENT AT THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11672995","quote_1_text":"I immediately contacted Mercedes-Benz Roadside Assistance, and the vehicle was towed for inspection. Mercedes-Benz later claimed the fire originated in the engine compartment, yet took no accountability and cited “missing components” as an excuse to avoid liability","quote_2_odi":"11666424","quote_2_text":"On May 22, 2025, while parked, my 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300 spontaneously caught fire, completely destroying the vehicle. Thankfully, no one was inside, and no injuries occurred, but the property damage was significant","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736351","quote_1_text":"On April 16, 2026, within minutes of being released from a certified dealership, my 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 suffered a sudden and total loss of propulsion while traveling at high speed on the Belt Parkway (NY)","quote_2_odi":"11470529","quote_2_text":"While driving on the interstate (65mph) in traffic, there was a sudden loss of power causing deceleration and the inability to maintain speed. A collision was barely avoided both from being rear-ended and from trying to safely move to the shoulder while other traffic passed","quote_3_odi":"11646016","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC350. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle started to lose motive power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-pcv-valve-failure","label":"Crankcase ventilation (PCV) valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11650016","quote_1_text":"Faulty Positive Crankcase Ventilation Valve. Seems a very common failure which causes poor emissions and potentially further engine damage","quote_2_odi":"11538269","quote_2_text":"The Crankcase ventilation valve has a malfunction. The actuator is blocked. Code #052E71. The manufacturer has inspected the vehicle and confirmed the issue. The same issue has happened repeatedly to numerous Mercedes owners","quote_3_odi":"11589246","quote_3_text":"The error code is P052E and it is a PCV Code Crankcase Ventilation Oil Separator. It's a time-consuming and expensive repair that seems to be regularly occurring on a lot Mercedes Benz that have this installed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-sim-module-recall-delay","label":"SIM module recall repair unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11475485","quote_1_text":"Hello, I own a 2019 Mercedes Benz GLC 300 that's been on recall with no remedies released since April of this year. The recall is a SIM module defect that is suppose to help the driver get ahold of emergency responders in case an accident were to happen","quote_2_odi":"11474323","quote_2_text":"The SIM has the potential to become disabled and won’t connect to the mobile network. They have announced the problem but it has been months with no remedy even though it’s stated to be performed over the air","quote_3_odi":"11497277","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-steering-wheel-judder","label":"Steering wheel judder and knocking noise when turning","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11289368","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC63C4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND VIBRATED. WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE, IT WOBBLED, MADE A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE, JERKED, AND SKIPPED WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO COMPLETE A TURN","quote_2_odi":"11504807","quote_2_text":"Whenever I turn my wheels at an angle, there’s a juddering and knocking sound. It feels as if the axle will eventually break. This can pose a safety concern","quote_3_odi":"11625633","quote_3_text":"I regret buying the car. It has a fatal flaw with a steering defect that makes the front wheels easily skip (crabbing suspension) when turning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-sunroof-panel-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof panel shattering or detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11729435","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the interstate, the sunroof suddenly shattered into pieces and flew off the vehicle. The vehicle was driven to a dealer but was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11721035","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. I HEARD IT WHILE DRIVING AND HELD ON TIGHTLY TO THE STEERING WHEEL BEFORE I REALIZED WHAT IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11618779","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded while I was driving. No other cars around me, pretty day, not a very hot day. I’m driving along and suddenly hear a loud POP that sounded like a shotgun going off! I swerved, but thankfully did not leave the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11682374","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH up and down the street on the fourth trip, the vehicle pulled to the left and suddenly accelerated, traveled over the curb, went through a sign on a pole, vegetation, and crashed into","quote_2_odi":"11460597","quote_2_text":"As I drove the car a warning message popped in the screen stating \"Malfunction\" without any further details. The car kept running, apparently we'll at first. Then after car was turned off and turned on again the car accelerated by itself proving very dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11714225","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a street 5mph and all of a sudden my car surged and led me to curb where i knocked hit a steer din and it veered onto someone’s lawn and hit a huge planter and stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-backup-camera-failure-recall","label":"Backup camera display failure tied to recall 21V354","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11674358","quote_1_text":"For the past 6 months, the monitor in my SUV wont come on when I turn on the truck. Even when I turn the vehicle off, remove the key and step out of the vehicle, it will still do it until like the I next day","quote_2_odi":"11656070","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated while attempting to reverse, the back over prevention camera displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or dealer to be diagnosed","quote_3_odi":"11491174","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-cylinder-head-valve-seat-failure","label":"Cylinder head and valve seat failure causing misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11703748","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 suddenly malfunctioned while driving on two separate occasions. The vehicle began shaking violently and lost power without warning. I could not accelerate and had to pull over immediately","quote_2_odi":"11678816","quote_2_text":"With approximately 57,500 miles, the car began idling roughly, misfiring and losing power. The dealership has diagnosed it with a cracked cylinder head which will require a replacement at a cost of $9,765.00","quote_3_odi":"11629875","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while stopped at a red light, the vehicle started shaking and jerking. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-headlight-moisture-intrusion","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11719167","quote_1_text":"There was a recall on headlight leaking and this happened to my left headlight no damage but leaking and this caused headlight to not work","quote_2_odi":"11711256","quote_2_text":"Water condensation within the driver side headlight which caused the complete headlight unit, control unit, and module to fail","quote_3_odi":"11661143","quote_3_text":"Entire front right headlight assembly and module failed with no headlight, turn signal, park light etc. There is no visible external damage to the assembly although there is some moisture inside assembly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-oil-pump-pressure-failure","label":"Oil pump and oil pressure control failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11746524","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 triggered check engine light with code P06DA (engine oil pressure control) at 40,000 miles. The failed component is an oil pressure control sensor/solenoid worth approximately $200","quote_2_odi":"11712746","quote_2_text":"Premature oil pump failure on a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 with 71,000 miles. The check engine light illuminated on December 29th, 2025 and with no other warning symptoms","quote_3_odi":"11653722","quote_3_text":"The check engine light was on. There is a problem with the oil pump valve of the engine. The problem has been confirmed by a dealer and an independent mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering or detaching while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11715247","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the panoramic roof unexpectedly shattered. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11667157","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof blew off vehicle while driving. Other drivers were put at a risk from a vehicle component flying through the air at high speed. The vehicle has been inspected by the dealership. No warnings prior to the problem","quote_3_odi":"11414496","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF OF OUR CAR SHATTERED BY ITSELF WHEN WE WERE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET. THERE WAS NO PROJECTILE THAT CAUSED THE SUNROOF TO SHATTER AND THE DEALERSHIP WAS ABLE TO CONFIRM THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2020-sudden-power-loss-hesitation","label":"Sudden hesitation or loss of power during acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11689240","quote_1_text":"On August 15, 2025, I was driving my Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC on the freeway under normal conditions. Without any warning lights, error messages, or prior signs of mechanical issues, the vehicle suddenly and completely lost power","quote_2_odi":"11692479","quote_2_text":"The engine is failing, I was on my way to drop my [XXX] off at daycare when suddenly my car went above and stayed above 5rpms meanwhile I was only able to drive 8mph","quote_3_odi":"11382743","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS UNSAFE. WHEN DRIVING IN TRAFFIC THE ENGINE/TRANSMISSION WILL NOT DELIVER POWER IN RESPONSE TO THROTTLE APPLICATION, IT IS ALSO INCONSISTENT IN IT'S RESPONSE FROM ONE TIME TO THE NEXT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-adas-blind-spot-brake-assist","label":"Blind Spot Assist and Active Brake Assist inoperative","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11499353","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will flash warnings on dash the the blind spot assist in inoperative and the front passenger air bag malfunction.  The active brake assist is also malfunctioning as the two white cars colliding is on. The dealership as tried to fix this issue 5 times","quote_2_odi":"11725180","quote_2_text":"This 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 63 AMG has experienced repeated and escalating warranty defects involving engine performance, loss of acceleration, air suspension failure, and now inoperative advanced safety systems including blind spot and active brake assist","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-cylinder-head-engine-failure","label":"Cylinder head failure with power loss and misfires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11707845","quote_1_text":"The dealer confirmed a catastrophic cylinder head engine failure. The vehicle had only 39,000 miles. After some investigating, there have been numerous complaints from vehicle owners with the same issue on the M264 engine (which is what my vehicle has)","quote_2_odi":"11709709","quote_2_text":"While driving, my 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 began experiencing repeated engine misfires and rough running, accompanied by a persistent check engine light. These symptoms began shortly after I purchased the vehicle and progressively worsened over time.  The vehicle exhibited…","quote_3_odi":"11648292","quote_3_text":"While driving my vehicle on March 3, 2025 the check engine light came on. Additionally my vehicle began to shake. I was scheduled for a service appointment on March 5, 2025 and told the service department the check engine light need to be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-engine-limp-mode-power-loss","label":"Sudden engine power loss and limp mode while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11559715","quote_1_text":"In all instances, we were travelling at a normal rate of in-city traffic (30-45 mph) and all of sudden the vehicle will not accelerate above 25 mph regardless of the position of the throttle.  My dealer, Mercedes Benz of Tampa, advises that the problem can only be corrected…","quote_2_odi":"11698959","quote_2_text":"There is a hesitation in or \"shuddering\" that causes the car to go into limp mode while in operation. I was in traffic and the car just powered down and would not get up to and or maintain speed. I contacted the local dealership and was told that there are other models and or…","quote_3_odi":"11486730","quote_3_text":"the check engine light came on & I had a loss of power to where it slowed down & would not go any faster than about 30/35 miles an hour going on a straight road way & no faster than about 10 miles an hour going uphill.  The engine sounded funny as well. It had to be towed to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-fuel-system-stall-pump","label":"Fuel system failure causing stall or loss of propulsion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11421117","quote_1_text":"Fuel line malfunctioned, car stopped , gasoline was pouring out from under the hood. I was \"lucky\" that it did not catch fire, fire department showed up, closed the street, car was towed, dealership \" replaced high-pressure line of fuel system high pressure pump\"","quote_2_odi":"11628817","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at low speeds, the vehicle lost motive power struggling to produce enough power to propel itself on a slight incline. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-headlight-moisture-intrusion","label":"Headlight condensation and failure outside recall scope","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11754832","quote_1_text":"Moisture began collecting inside the left headlight assembly, even though the housing should be sealed. Over time, the condensation increased and the front left turn signal failed. The vehicle displayed warning messages for the turn signal, low beams, Blind Spot Assist, Traffic…","quote_2_odi":"11674539","quote_2_text":"Have been getting condensate inside vehicle headlights inwhich have cause the headlight to completely not work anymore.. There is no damage to headlight which means to be cause due to a problem with the seal. Checked with local and also statewide Mercedes advisors which was told…","quote_3_odi":"11567054","quote_3_text":"Vehicle left/front headlight has water condensation and entire headlight doesn't work. Its pretty much not drivable. I brought the vehicle to a manufacturer dealership and they claim that the failure of the headlight is due to physical impact to the exterior of head light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-oil-pressure-solenoid-p06da","label":"Oil pressure solenoid wiring fault code P06DA","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11718651","quote_1_text":"Fault code P06DA00 Engine Oil Pressure Control Circuit/Open. The Yellow Check Engine Light came on and the engine does not run properly and causes engine damage. We had to drive it slowly, under 45 mph, to the nearest dealership. This is a safety issue. To replace the oil pump…","quote_2_odi":"11735862","quote_2_text":"Getting P06DA trouble code meaning that there is something wrong with the oil pressure solenoid in the oil sump. this is a known issue where the wiring of the solenoid get frayed. cost of repair for the (cheap part) is $7,500 because of 18 hour labor involved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466660","quote_1_text":"Sunroof glass panel exploded outward. Fabric retractable interior sunroof liner did contain all of the fragmented safety glass. No prior impact on or to the sunroof. If the interior fabric sunroof liner had been retracted, the interior of the vehicle would have been showered…","quote_2_odi":"11502302","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded while I was driving on the highway. There were no other cars around me and no overpasses. There is no explanation for the sunroof breaking. I thought someone shot out my window. It was the scariest experience I have ever had driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-engine-cylinder-head-failure","label":"Engine cylinder head and valve seat failure with power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705704","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There was a misfire coming from the engine, and the vehicle lost motive power. In addition, the check engine warning","quote_2_odi":"11667722","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 has been diagnosed with a valve seat failure. This requires a full cylinder head replacement. I purchased this vehicle brand new and have driven it with care, putting approximately 60,000 mostly highway miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11755637","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 (17,700 total miles) suffered a catastrophic structural engine block failure and an explosive loss of propulsion while driving at highway speeds. This occurred exactly 6 days and 183 miles after a franchised Mercedes-Benz dealership performed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-fuel-pump-recall-23v445","label":"Fuel pump recall 23V-445 parts unavailability and post-repair failures","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11545399","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLC300. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V445000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the…","quote_2_odi":"11568921","quote_2_text":"After fuel pump recall replacement, engine stopped on the highway with OBD message of low fuel pressure","quote_3_odi":"11721373","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the check engine warning light was displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle lost power and was pulled over and restarted. The contact was almost involved in several crashes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-loss-of-propulsion-highway","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion and unintended deceleration while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613083","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 76 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle speed independently decelerated. The contact safely drove the vehicle to the shoulder of the road","quote_2_odi":"11556696","quote_2_text":"There is a constant acceleration failure where the car does not respond. Again today I was almost in a bad crash due to this. It is a known issue to many owners in Mercedes forums. It happens in any drive mode. Eco comfort sport","quote_3_odi":"11540870","quote_3_text":"Vehicle loses power, my vehicle stop on the highway going 55 miles per hour, I came very close to being rear ended. My vehicle consumes excessive fuel, the vehicle quicks back upon acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Complete loss of steering control at highway speeds","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696517","quote_1_text":"While driving on a four-lane expressway at highway speeds, my vehicle suddenly and completely lost steering control, resulting in a total inability to steer.  First Incident The first event occurred during light rain with mildly wet road conditions. Without warning, the","quote_2_odi":"11696510","quote_2_text":"I suddenly lost control of the car and could not control the steering wheel, the car ended up hydroplaning and I lost control it ping-ponged across four expressway lanes back-and-forth about 20 to 25 times with zero control of the steering wheel, barely missing the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration over road irregularities","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11445381","quote_1_text":"When driving at 40 to 60 MPH and hit shallow pot hole or bump in the road the front wheels violently shake and the steering wheel (electric steering) violently vibrates for 5 to 8 seconds. Dealer checked the vehicle and claims there is nothing wrong with it","quote_2_odi":"11530701","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving over 50 MPH, the steering wheel was vibrating. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to duplicate the failure. The contact continued to experience the failure","quote_3_odi":"11513163","quote_3_text":"At speed above 55mph , the steering wheel shakes in an abnormal and unsafe manner while traveling over a bump. This seems to be a manufacture defect and recall would be ideal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-total-electrical-failure","label":"Total electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748161","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden ALL electrical and engine stopped and turned off. Only thing that was powered was instrument cluster with multiple warnings like SRS Malfunction, Steering Malfunction,  SOS Inoperative, Parking Brake and more. We believe the car had also shifted to park on","quote_2_odi":"11569909","quote_2_text":"The car randomly shows an empty tank of gas at the start of the day, when there was a half tank of gas remaining. I filled the gas, but the car did not register any fuel-up and kept showing empty. I took it to the dealer for repair and the fuel tank sensor was replaced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-transmission-shift-hesitation","label":"Transmission hard shift and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695443","quote_1_text":"The transmission intermittently shifts hard.  When accelerating the car hesitates badly then lurches forward.  The Dealer verified the concern, the transmission as a hard shift from 1-2nd.  They performed various procedures to the hardware, but ultimately determined the","quote_2_odi":"11646705","quote_2_text":"Delayed or stuck acceleration at slow speed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2022-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650153","quote_1_text":"While driving on the [XXX] at the speed of 10 to 15miles per hour, I noticed a smoke in the from hood on the passenger side.  I felt a danger and stopped the car and got out of the car immediately along with my friend, leaving my belongings phone and other documents","quote_2_odi":"11557307","quote_2_text":"My father was driving home from golf.  He was driving for about 5 minutes.  He was at a red light and smoke started coming out of the car.  He turned car off, then on.  Smoke started getting worse.  He put on the emergency blinkers, got on the sidewalk, and looked…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unprovoked activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747647","quote_1_text":"My 2023 GLC300 suffered a severe, unprovoked emergency brake deployment in traffic, nearly causing a pileup. on [XXX]. The car has only 14,500 miles and has a chronic history of dangerous, unprovoked Active Brake Assist deployments","quote_2_odi":"11576799","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], I was driving at 45MPH on a two-lane state road.  There was no traffic within 1/4 -1/2 mile of me on that road.  There were no guardrails and the road was clear - no birds, animals, people, or construction.  For no reason, the car beeped twice and automatically slammed…","quote_3_odi":"11618304","quote_3_text":"Most significant issue related to false collision avoidance incidents on two occasions that resulted in dangerous situations and extreme stress on the occupants. First occurrence was on July 12, 2024. Driving approximately 40 mph on two lane road near a school that was not in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-digital-headlight-deficiency","label":"Digital light system inadequate beam output and failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538813","quote_1_text":"The digital lights are defective for the US market. The low beam doesn’t provide any light for night driving farther than x feet. It also has jagged edges across the beam that greatly effect night visibility. The adaptive part of the system doesn’t provide adequate lighting in…","quote_2_odi":"11542331","quote_2_text":"Dangerously inadequate forward visibility at night on low beam/inadequate beam pattern.   Level of illumination not at legal minimum of visibility on low beam/ no long distance illumination yet creates excessive illumination of retroreflective signs creating distraction.…","quote_3_odi":"11539552","quote_3_text":"DIGITAL LIGHT low beam inadequate distance for safe driving on unlit roadway. Low beam has unnecessary blacked out areas causing distraction. Low beams too low, especially driving down hills. Adaptive high beams revert to low beam without any apparent light to trigger…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-electrical-12v-48v-failure","label":"12V and 48V electrical system failures and no-starts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722368","quote_1_text":"I purchased a brand new GLC 300 on May 25, 2023. By June 2, 2023 I was already stranded due to a 12V battery electrical system failure. Since then I have been stranded 8 total times and the vehicle has been in the service department 14+ times for repeated electrical issues","quote_2_odi":"11535976","quote_2_text":"The 2023 GLC300 would not start. The internal alarms kept going off, the push-start/stop would not respond. The vehicle was acting like it was being stolen, this lasted for 75 to 80 minutes. The display said 12V On-Board Electrical System Service Required and Blind Spot Assist…","quote_3_odi":"11525409","quote_3_text":"When starting the vehicle, all the lights and alarms have come on and vehicle is not drivable. This has happened 4 times. 3/4 times the vehicle has started after an hour or two. One time I have had to have it towed in. I bought this car on April 27th","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-engine-check-light-48v","label":"Check engine light and 48V mild hybrid system faults","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566824","quote_1_text":"The check engine light has been on since the second week of ownership.   The reason I’m submitting this report is because it’s been into warranty service 4 times. Each time Mercedes Benz says that it is a known issue affecting ALL GLC300 models. They also indicate that it is a…","quote_2_odi":"11569863","quote_2_text":"Vehicle sputter and coolant malfunction and engine light came on while driving ( 12-26-23) Took to dealer for some “ update”. After a few weeks of driving the vehicle sputter again  and engine light came on again on the (1-19-2024 ) Drove home turned off , loud noises came from…","quote_3_odi":"11568277","quote_3_text":"Check engine light on,  according to Mercedes Benz problem related to 48 V mild hybrid,I took twice car to the dealership ,they can’t reset check engine lights GLC 300 2023  With 3500 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-power-liftgate-closing","label":"Power liftgate closing without input","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11580776","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, and the contact and his wife were removing groceries from the rear of the vehicle, the tailgate was independently lifted due to the design of the keyless entry feature. The contact and his wife continued to remove items from…","quote_2_odi":"11591232","quote_2_text":"When working in the rear cargo area, the door comes down without warning and does not break when it meets resistance trapping me between the body of the car and the descending door. A great deal of physical pressure must be employed in trying to get it to reverse direction","quote_3_odi":"11653863","quote_3_text":"Rear Hatch hands free system - closes unexpectedly while loading or unloading car without using feet to trigger system.  Hatch will close down and trap driver in the rear, causing bruising on driver and requiring assistance to push hatch back up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733932","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new Mercedes Benz GLC300 2023. Last month, my friend and I were driving on I75 in Florida when we heard what sounded like a loud boom or gunshot. We quickly discovered that my sunroof had exploded.  The sunroof was closed, and fortunately so was the sunshade","quote_2_odi":"11629650","quote_2_text":"The sunroof glass blasted and shattered during a drive on an interstate highway.  I was driving normally when I heard a loud sound like a tire burst or gunshot. Initially, I thought that my tire had busted. I took an exit and stopped to inspect the tires. I found them to be…","quote_3_odi":"11710584","quote_3_text":"The glass panel between the windshield and the sun roof shattered spontaneously","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc300-2023-traffic-sign-speed-control","label":"Traffic sign assist causing abrupt speed changes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732594","quote_1_text":"The system worked except occasionally it would change the indicated permissible speed limit on the instrument display when there is no corresponding roadside speed limit sign and the permissible speed limit for that stretch of roadway is unchanged.   When this happens, suddenly…","quote_2_odi":"11538722","quote_2_text":"I had to disable the traffic sign recognition feature because I was on I-95 in Maryland where the posted speed limit was 65.  The car abruptly slowed me down to 35 because it saw an exit sign speed limit but I was not on the exit.  I was lucky the car behind me didn't hit me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-48v-battery-check-engine","label":"48V battery fault triggering check engine warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01-08 → 2024-01-19","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566466","quote_1_text":"the contact was informed that the 48V bolt battery had caused the check engine warning light to illuminate. The contact was informed by the dealer that the temporary fix would be to reduce the battery charge to 25% then charge the battery to 75%","quote_2_odi":"11566165","quote_2_text":"Engine light came on with no error message.  Brought it in for service.  Miscellaneous engine repair states:  \"Found current code POA7F00 in drivetrain control unit.  Followed LI54.10-P-077250.  Cleared codes.  Drained 48V battery to below 25% SOC.  Charged vehicle to 70% SOC","quote_3_odi":"11574918","quote_3_text":"Check engine light appears, also a blue engine and a turtle.  The dealer is aware, they have had it 3times for the same issue and this time 23 days and counting. Currently Mercedes has no fix. I purchased the veh 30 Nov 23- first appeared 16 dec and continued going on and off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-adas-system-suspension","label":"Driver assistance system warnings and unexpected suspension","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-09 → 2026-07-18","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751243","quote_1_text":"The vehicle presented multiple warnings/errors before shutting down on the street in traffic on June 23, 2026. Warnings such as Collision Detected, Blind Spot Assist and Exit Warning Inoperative, PRE-SAFE  Inoperative, System Failure Detected, Service Required Do Not Shift Gear","quote_2_odi":"11629760","quote_2_text":"Attention Assist System Suspended notification comes on randomly on vehicle while driving, rendering driver defenseless with regard to safety warnings that would otherwise be in effect, such as blind spot assist, attention assist, which are vital components for safe driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11-13 → 2026-02-27","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11645213","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing auto braking when there are no obstructions near or around the vehicle.  The auto braking is random but occurs fairly often. It is very unsettling and makes me very nervous while driving my brand new vehicle. This happens without warning","quote_2_odi":"11690219","quote_2_text":"While carrying my carbon fiber bicycle on a rear hitch mounted bicycle carrier, the vehicle severely and violently applies the brakes and swerves either left or right or both.  This catastrophic maneuver has put me and other drivers in a non avoidable highly calamity","quote_3_odi":"11624989","quote_3_text":"The reverse sensors are faulty, causing the GLC300 model to randomly auto-brake while going in reverse. My driveway is flat and long with no significant grade changes and this has occurred at another location as well with similar topography. There are no obstructions present","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-brake-pedal-response","label":"Brake pedal spongy or unresponsive response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11-16 → 2026-04-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730496","quote_1_text":"After highway driving - 3 miles/35 mph tried to brake- Immediately something was wrong with the brake as and it felt spongy/mushy/unresponsive.  Car did not slow until I pressed the brake fully to the floor. The car did stop &was alarmingly unresponsive","quote_2_odi":"11555404","quote_2_text":"After giving a pressure to the brakes, the car feels like the brakes are being slipped towards the end, so I have to hold the brakes hard at the end. I have tried different models of Mercedes such as E class but the brake of E class works exactly opposite from…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-engine-camshaft-oil-pressure","label":"Engine camshaft adjuster damage and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-03 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741971","quote_1_text":"Check engine light (MIL) came on while driving and vehicle lost power.   Would not accelerate.   Had it towed to Mercedes Benz of Mrytle Beach.  $8000 repair.  Mercedes Corp would not help.  This is a copy of a TSB (LI05.20-P-080257) for this issue:  Complaint engine vibrations…","quote_2_odi":"11741752","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle the engine started running rough, check engine light illuminated and it would not accelerate above 40 mph.   There are 29,100 miles on the vehicle, it's been serviced on schedule by Mercedes and is owned by me since new","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-liftgate-unintended-closure","label":"Power liftgate unintended closure striking occupants","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09-02 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749171","quote_1_text":"The rear lift gate closes unexpectedly when standing behind the vehicle and loading or unloading the cargo area. The keyless soft close activates even though there is no foot movement, or when there is minimal movement. This happens without warning","quote_2_odi":"11612085","quote_2_text":"REAR HATCH: WHEN STANDING BEHIND VEHICLE REAR DOOR HATCH CLOSES RANDOMLY WITH NO WARNING OR BEEP.  CLOSES VERY QUICKLY AND HITS HEAD VERY HARD.  FEET ARE NOT NEAR THE BUMBER WHICH ELIMINATES THE REAR FOOT ACTION THAT CLOSES THE HATCH","quote_3_odi":"11735615","quote_3_text":"while parked, the tailgate was opened as groceries were being loaded into the rear cargo area. The tailgate closed inadvertently and struck the contact's head. The contact sustained head and neck injuries, and medical attention was required","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2024-powertrain-transmission-downshift","label":"Transmission unexpected downshift and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09-30 → 2026-05-27","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740380","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 on California highways, the vehicle has repeatedly experienced sudden uncontrolled deceleration, unexpected transmission downshifts into 2nd gear, severe transmission jerking, and complete loss of accelerator response","quote_2_odi":"11647082","quote_2_text":"while driving on [XXX], the vehicle suddenly lost power, the transmission downshifted to 2nd gear, and the accelerator became unresponsive. I was forced to drive at 20 mph for 20 minutes on a busy freeway, posing a severe risk of a rear-end collision","quote_3_odi":"11700853","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has an ongoing transmission downshifting malfunction. The powertrain unexpectedly downshifts while driving, causing sudden changes in speed and unstable vehicle behavior. The issue can be inspected at any time, as the defect occurs intermittently and has not been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-display-blackout","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751934","quote_1_text":"My vehicle's infotainment system both center console and dashbboard went completely black 2 weeks after I purchased the car in August of 2025. The vehicle was in the shop for a week and a half, and they finally fixed the issue","quote_2_odi":"11721877","quote_2_text":"The system has malfunctioned six (6) separate times since I purchased the vehicle new in May 2025. When the malfunction occurs, both display screens suddenly go completely black and become inoperable while the vehicle is running","quote_3_odi":"11726336","quote_3_text":"while driving at 45 MPH, the instrument panel and the infotainment system screen turned black, and the vehicle made abnormal electrical snapping sounds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where two software resets were performed days apart; however, the failure persisted. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Unprovoked automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723692","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has repeatedly experienced unexpected and unprovoked braking events, including situations where the automatic braking system engages despite there being no vehicles, pedestrians, or visible obstructions present","quote_2_odi":"11683653","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the brake assist suddenly activated and the vehicle came to an abrupt stop, causing the seat belt to immediately retract and lock","quote_3_odi":"11747605","quote_3_text":"Issue began after a phantom braking event — vehicle braked suddenly and unexpectedly on its own while changing lanes at highway speed, no obstruction present, no driver error — also damaged the steering column, since replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-power-liftgate-closure","label":"Power liftgate unintended closure on occupants","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686583","quote_1_text":"Hatch closes on your head while loading groceries into the vehicle.  The kick sensor is activated by the movements that a person naturally makes when loading cargo into a vehicle.  It happens to pretty-much everyone who has ever loaded groceries into the car","quote_2_odi":"11737239","quote_2_text":"In multiple incidents, the tailgate has begun to close while I am loading or unloading items from the trunk, hitting me in the head.  My natural reaction is to lift up, causing injury to my neck.  The dealer unsuccessfully \"fixed\" the problem","quote_3_odi":"11630091","quote_3_text":"While unloading a rollable walker from the trunk, the trunk door unintentionally closed, striking me hard on the head.  I have a mobility issue and use a rollable walker every day. This requires me to load and unload the walker into and from the trunk multiple","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-seat-auto-adjustment","label":"Driver seat automatic rearward adjustment while in motion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SEATS, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682705","quote_1_text":"The driver’s seat automatically adjusted while the vehicle was in drive, causing me to lose the ability to reach the pedals and almost resulting in a collision.  While driving my 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 4MATIC with my children in the car, I stopped at a","quote_2_odi":"11692559","quote_2_text":"Without any further input, I started the engine, and the driver's seat automatically moved backward by itself. When I readjusted the seat and shifted into Drive, it continued moving rearward. As the seat moved backward, my feet could no longer reach the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709102","quote_1_text":"while driving at 65 MPH, the sunroof made an exploding sound and shattered. The contact stated that the shattered glass fell inside the vehicle, on the contact's head wrap, neck, and body. There was no injury sustained","quote_2_odi":"11750300","quote_2_text":"while driving at 68 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered unexpectedly. The contact was able to pull over, and the vehicle was towed to the nearest dealer. The dealer had not yet diagnosed the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11699444","quote_3_text":"while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed that the sunroof glass had shattered. The contact inspected the vehicle but found no evidence of an impact to the sunroof glass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-transmission-downshift-jolt","label":"Transmission abrupt jolt during downshift deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755359","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experiences a severe, abrupt jerk/jolt during deceleration around the 5th-to-4th gear downshift. The issue occurs consistently when slowing down. Dealership verified the condition on Repair Order #1906625 and confirmed a transmission flaw","quote_2_odi":"11675860","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 70 MPH, the message \"Rear Axle Malfunction\" was displayed, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle with a rear axle software malfunction. The rear axle software was updated, and the vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLC-Class","model_slug":"glc-class","cluster_id":"glc-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755841","quote_1_text":"while driving 10 MPH and attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated. The brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was uncontrollable and crashed into a fence","quote_2_odi":"11741988","quote_2_text":"while her husband was driving at 5 to 10 MPH  attempting to park the vehilce lunged forward traveling 20 feet and crashed into the house.  The air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated , There was no injuries or fire","quote_3_odi":"11684967","quote_3_text":"The brakes did not function at all.  Upon trying to brake, the brake pedal was hard and the car would not stop.  The car went into s storefront where the cashier is located and could have resulted in serious injury or death","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/glc-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure or ABS malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11525853","quote_1_text":"When driving, the vehicle suddenly slows down and then the brakes stop working. Vehicle then slows down to a complete stop. Happens randomly","quote_2_odi":"11439342","quote_2_text":"On September 26th, 2021 I was reversing out a parking space, the rear camera was engaged and the R indication in place. While halfway out of the parking space the vehicle accelerated hitting another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11352671","quote_3_text":"MASTER CYLINDER LEAKED BRAKE FLUID CAUSING BRAKE PEDAL TO BE SOFT AND HIT THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-dim-headlights","label":"Dim headlights impairing night visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11252444","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE A PEDESTRIAN CROSSING THE ROAD BECAUSE BOTH FRONT HEADLIGHTS WERE NOT ILLUMINATED BRIGHTLY ENOUGH","quote_2_odi":"11149703","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLAMPS WERE INSUFFICIENT TO DRIVE AT NIGHT, ESPECIALLY DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"11143786","quote_3_text":"ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT HEAD LAMPS ARE VERY DIM FOR NIGHT TIME DRIVING. SO MUCH SO, YOU NEED TO USE HIGH BEEMS MORE FREQUENTLY TO SEE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-fuel-injector-fire","label":"Fuel injector leak igniting engine fire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11644620","quote_1_text":"Fuel injector(s) leaked while vehicle parked overnight in driveway. ECU detected fuel and subsequent ignition/spark caused \"explosion' blowing out engine intake manifold (appx 50-75 pieces found)","quote_2_odi":"11643433","quote_2_text":"Vehicle sitting in driveway. Fuel injector leakage and resultant engine control unit detecting fuel set off spark which resulted in explosion under hood","quote_3_odi":"11730479","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while opening the door, a cracked fuel injector was spraying gasoline. When the door handle was pulled, an aftermarket module ignited the fuel, causing an explosion and heavy smoke from the engine compartment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11582135","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz GLE. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20 MPH, the steering wheel stopped operating and the vehicle crashed into a guard rail","quote_2_odi":"11004146","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A RECALL # 17V241 ON THIS VEHICLE, AND THE LETTER RECEIVED FROM THE MANUFACTURER STATES THAT THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF CRASH DUE TO THE POWER STEERING CONNECTOR NOT BEING SEALED PROPERLY, AND THERE IS CURRENTLY NO SOLUTION OR PARTS TO FIX IT","quote_3_odi":"11003685","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FROM MERCEDES BENZ REGARDING THE SAFETY OF MY VEHICLES POWER STEERING WHICH COULD GO OUT AT ANY TIME, CHANGING FROM AUTOMATIC TO MANUAL CONTROL. THE LETTER STATED \"THE POWER STEERING ASSIST MAY DEACTIVATE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11365674","quote_1_text":"THE \"PANORAMIC SUNROOF\" (THE SLIDING PORTION) SUDDENLY EXPLODED AFTER MIDNIGHT ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT 75 MPH - SCARING ME INTO SWERVING AND NEARLY WRECKING THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11318503","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY \"EXPLODED\" WHILE DRIVING 60MPH ON THE FREEWAY. IT WAS A CLEAR, SUNNY MORNING WITH TEMPERATURES IN THE LOW 70'S","quote_3_odi":"11062371","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE SUV AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED COVERING MY WIFE WITH GLASS AND ALMOST CAUSING HER TO LOSE CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-unintended-neutral-shift","label":"Unintended shift to neutral or park while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11612929","quote_1_text":"While parking and putting my car in park. Hello, my car needs a recall. August 31, 2024 While parking and putting the car in park. my car shifted into Neutral and lunged forward causing me to hit a sign and maneuver away from a wall","quote_2_odi":"10925662","quote_2_text":"DRIVER PULLED INTO PARKING SPOT. WHILE CAR WAS STOPPED, AND THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN 'PARK', WHILE PRESSING THE BRAKE, THE CAR VIOLENTLY JUMPED FORWARD TWO TIMES, AT AN EXTREME SPEED, AND WOULD NOT DISENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"10983145","quote_3_text":"AFTER STOPPING, WHEN THE CAR TRANSMISSION IS IN DRIVE MODE. IF THE DRIVER PRESSES THE KEYLESS IGNITION BUTTON TO OFF, THE CAR TRANSMISSION SWITCHES TO NEUTRAL MODE. THIS CAUSES ROLLOVER RISK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2016-water-intrusion-fuel-pump","label":"Water intrusion causing fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11594112","quote_1_text":"In May 2023 I took my 2016 GLE 450 AMG into \"Park Place Motor Cars Mercedes\" (Dallas) for the (MBUSA 2023010002 and 2023010003) \"Water that could Leak into the Spare Tire area, Impacting the Fuel Pump\" recall","quote_2_odi":"11404284","quote_2_text":"MY 2016 MB GLE 350 WITH 57750 MILES STALLED IN THE DRIVE THRU LANE AT STARBUCKS. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE ENGINE. PARKED FOR APPROXIMATELY 15 MINUTES. NOTED THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON","quote_3_odi":"11141472","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY THEN TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. DEALERSHIP STATED THE FUEL LINE WAS FLOODED WITH WATER. THE SERVICE MANAGER STATED THAT I LET THE TRUNK OPEN IN THE RAIN, BUT I DID NO SUCH THING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-ecall-recall-delay","label":"eCall communication system recall remedy delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11415811","quote_1_text":"SOFTWARE DESIGN OF THE COMMUNICATION MODULE MAY FAIL TO COMMUNICATE THE CORRECT VEHICLE LOCATION FOR THE EMERGENCY CALL SYSTEM (\"ECALL\") IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11419313","quote_2_text":"The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11577594","quote_1_text":"The car losses acceleration power all of sudden while driving. The engine light comes on and car starts shaking. Once you turn off the car and restart it, the engine light goes away and car starts functioning normal","quote_2_odi":"11649333","quote_2_text":"Was at a red light turning right, as soon as I turned right the engine lost power, and the car would not move. Since I am pressing the gas pedal all I can hear is revving noise, but the car was not moving","quote_3_odi":"11114787","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-headlight-illumination","label":"Insufficient low-beam headlight illumination at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"10984925","quote_1_text":"THE LOW BEAM HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS ON THIS VEHICLE ARE INSUFFICIENT FOR NIGHTTIME DRIVING. THEY BARELY LIGHT UP ROADWAYS .THE VISIBILITY IS SO POOR, THAT WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY, PARTICULARLY DURING THE RAIN, YOU MUST FOLLOW A VEHICLE IN FRONT OF YOU TO SEE THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11065596","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMPS FAILED TO PROJECT FAR ENOUGH AHEAD TO SAFELY DRIVE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11308730","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS ON THIS 2017 MB GLE350 ARE A HAZARD. THEY DO NOT LIGHT UP THE ROAD WAY IN THE DARK AND ESPECIALLY IN THE RAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure with warning message","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11532310","quote_1_text":"While traveling at approximately 45 MPH in multi-lane highway traffic, WITHOUT WARNING the vehicle's power steering suddenly failed. Concurrently a red display message appeared in the instrument cluster stating \"Power Steering Malfunction - See Owner's Manual\"","quote_2_odi":"11491825","quote_2_text":"The vehicle only has about 10K+ miles but encountered \"Power Steering Malfunction See Operator’s Manual\" error message, and then the Power Steering stopped working, became stiff, and could not be moved","quote_3_odi":"11493123","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the message \"Power Steering Malfunction. See Operator Manual\" was displayed. The steering became extremely difficult to turn","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass sudden shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11702123","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof suddenly exploded while driving. It was the rear section of the sunroof. There was a loud boom sound. There were no vehicles nearby kicking up rocks, etc","quote_2_odi":"11519540","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded for no reason. There was no accident or impact. The car was stationary and the glass just blew out","quote_3_odi":"11079100","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED BEFORE THE FAILURE. NO INJURIES OCCURRED FROM THE SHATTERED GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission gear engagement and shifting faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11650102","quote_1_text":"While driving our 2017 MB GLE 350-4matic at about 40 mph, it spontaneously downshifted to M1. We were in traffic, so this was a very dangerous for us and for the people behind us","quote_2_odi":"11611792","quote_2_text":"The transmission does not shift from first to second and created several dangerous situations in whichI tried to enter the highway","quote_3_odi":"11603541","quote_3_text":"When removing my vehicle out of Park the gear shifted to Neutral and then it began heavy jerking when switching gears","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11600446","quote_1_text":"On July 3, 2024 I turned right out of a parking lot onto a busy road. The car sped up on its own and started speeding. It took me a couple of seconds to realize what was happening and put on the brake. The car ran through a red light, other cars were able to avoid hitting me","quote_2_odi":"11701558","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while slowing at approximately 10 MPH and making a right turn to pull into a driveway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into a fence and came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11501049","quote_3_text":"With my foot on the brake,the car suddenly revved up and accelerated into my garage taking the garage door and the store belongings inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2017-water-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Water intrusion fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11584632","quote_1_text":"Rear trunk lid seal leaking water in rear cargo compartment caused damage to fuel pump. I was driving on a main busy road when without warning the car shut off","quote_2_odi":"11568346","quote_2_text":"This vehicle had a recall to place a water drain in the rear truck section to drain water if it somehow entered the vehicle to prevent the fuel pump module from failing. This vehicle suddenly stalled and was towed to the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11593135","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 65-70 MPH in the rain, the vehicle stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11745532","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera fails to initiate when placed in reverse. Screen doesn’t even try to switch to camera view. Exact same issue found in same make and model recalled with different vins. For some reason this one isn’t included in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11635202","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle in reverse, the backup camera screen display had malfunctioned and a black image had been displayed, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The contact indicated that the failure was intermittent","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-dim-low-beams","label":"Dim low-beam headlight output at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11737144","quote_1_text":"The low beam visibility on this vehicle is extremely dangerous. It's as if you have no headlights on. They can inspect anytime. With low night visibility. Driver is not able to see the road or person which causes a delayed response because of visibility","quote_2_odi":"11155427","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS ARE VERY POOR AND I AM NOT ABLE TO DRIVE THIS CAR AT NIGHT. I GOOGLED ABOUT THIS ISSUE, AND I SEE LOT OF PEOPLE COMPLAINING ABOUT THE SAME ISSUE ON MERCEDES GLE","quote_3_odi":"11154922","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE ADEQUATELY. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-fuel-pump-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion causing fuel pump control unit failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11617052","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will not turn over and start. Unable to drive to work, water accumulated in the back spare tire area. No warning or alerts appeared on the dash the vehicle would not turn over","quote_2_odi":"11617762","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The contact scanned the vehicle with a vehicle scanner and retrieved diagnostic trouble codes that indicated a loss of communication between the fuel pump control unit and the fuel pump","quote_3_odi":"11685152","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump has been failing and shutting off and has been hesitant when taking off. It can leave you stranded in the middle of the road or if you turn left in front of people the car may stall and can cause a crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-gear-shift-failure","label":"Transmission failure to shift between P, R, N and D","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11670176","quote_1_text":"Cannot shift the gear from P to any other positions, and unable to move the car. The issue has been existing from mid 2022, three years ago","quote_2_odi":"11531313","quote_2_text":"Car will slip from drive to neutral while driving and when stopped. Need to shut car off numerous times to get it back into drive. Very dangerous when this happens on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11533144","quote_3_text":"Transmission gear does not shift into R or N or D, from P. How to reproduce: Drive several minutes, then brake/stop, shift into R, pull back 10~20 ft. Gear cannot shift to either R or N or D. Gear can only shift into P","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-mbrace-sos-shutdown","label":"Deactivation of mbrace SOS and crash notification","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11709827","quote_1_text":"Owners of affected Mercedes-Benz vehicles were given no meaningful advance warning that core, built-in safety and emergency communication systems would be permanently disabled","quote_2_odi":"11682413","quote_2_text":"Safety issue with regarding the TCU (Telematics Control Unit). Active recall does not include my VIN# /Make & Model. NHTSA campaign number 22V365. My car has Constant SOS Inoperative Message after battery failure in 2021-2022","quote_3_odi":"11738453","quote_3_text":"As previously noted, the mbrace system on my 2018 GLE-Class includes SOS/Emergency Call and Automatic Collision Notification functionality intended to contact emergency services in the event of a crash or airbag deployment, particularly where the driver may be incapacitated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-steering-control-loss","label":"Steering control loss and unintended swerving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11584258","quote_1_text":"My car randomly swerves in a zigzag motion unexpectedly, nearly causing several accidents. I am scared to drive my car. I have not been able to detect any triggers, as it will do this randomly, regardless of a smooth road, street conditions, weather, speed, freeway…","quote_2_odi":"11110871","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING FAILED WHILE CAR WAS IN MOTION, CAUSING UNSAFE CONDITION, LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL AND LOW SPEED COLLISION WITH CONCRETE WALL. VARIOUS WARNING MESSAGES IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER APPEARED","quote_3_odi":"11319892","quote_3_text":"ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS THE CAR SEEMINGLY WENT OUT OF CONTROL FROM THE DRIVER. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR BEGAN TO SWERVE UNCONTROLLABLY AND WAS UNABLE TO BE BROUGHT UNDER CONTROL FOR A FEW SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-sunroof-failures","label":"Sunroof shattering, detachment, and water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11319701","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE SUNROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT IMPACT. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED","quote_2_odi":"11611840","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the interstate (on I95) and heard a loud pop/bang ! I didn’t know what it was because my AMG exhaust pops and bangs but this was extremely LOUD, I pulled over immediately to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11675018","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the sunroof failed to open, and there was a fracture causing water to leak into the cabin of the vehicle from the upper-right side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11723339","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a pharmacy parking lot with the hold feature engaged, the driver released the brake pedal. Immediately afterward, the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward approximately 75 feet","quote_2_odi":"11172997","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS STOPPED IN THE PARKING LOT,AND JUST BEFORE SWITCHING THE IGNITION OFF,IT ACCELERATED WITHOUT INTENTION, HITTING THE RESTAURANT WALL CAUSING PROPERTY DAMAGE AND LITTLE PHYSICAL INJURY. AFTER HITTING THE WALL CAR STOPPED WITH MAJOR DAMAGE TO FRONT. AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11093754","quote_3_text":"WHILE PARKING CAR IN A PARKING SPOT IN PRIVATE OFFICE PARKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED ITSELF (WHILE PRESSING THE BRAKE TO STOP IT) AND RAN INTO FRONT WALL. THIS SIMILAR PROBLEM HAS SHOWN EARLIER WHERE CAR ACCELERATED ITSELF WITHOUT CAUSING ANY ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Hesitation and noise on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11403851","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HESITATES WHEN ACCELERATING.OCCURS FREQUENTLY, MOSTLY AT LOW SPEEDS OR WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOPPED POSITION. DOES NOT HAPPEN ALL THE TIME.DEALERSHIP IS UNABLE TO REPLICATE WHEN TEST DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11549616","quote_2_text":"This year I started to hear a noise upon accerlating which later lead to a rough acceleration. It feels like my car is struggling to get going","quote_3_odi":"11549623","quote_3_text":"Having issues with my car upon accerlation. 35-38 mph I hear a noise briefly that is hard to pin point as it doesn't happen every time I accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11548414","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle operated normally","quote_2_odi":"11574280","quote_2_text":"Water is getting into my spare tire wheel in the truck, Board is wet and causing moisture in truck. I took my car in as this was a recall and they said they already closed it and they refused to inspect it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-headlight-illumination","label":"Halogen headlight illumination shortfall at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11319620","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH HALOGEN HEADLIGHTS WHICH ARE OF POOR PERFORMANCE. AS SUCH IT IS NOT POSSIBLE TO SEE THE ROADWAY. MERCEDES CLAIMS PERFORMANCE PER SPECIFICATIONS","quote_2_odi":"11311443","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE HEADLAMP BEAM PROJECTED WAS INSUFFICIENT FOR SAFE VEHICLE OPERATION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-oil-pump-solenoid","label":"Engine oil pump control solenoid failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11730457","quote_1_text":"The P06DA00 code in Mercedes-Benz vehicles is a common issue involving the oil pump solenoid, often caused by a faulty wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11667447","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the engine oil pump control solenoid, resulting in possible damages to the engine","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-roof-panel-detachment","label":"Roof glass panel detachment while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11666196","quote_1_text":"My safety and others safety was put at risk when I was driving on the freeway. The front glass panel between the windshield and panoramic sunroof detached from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11603105","quote_2_text":"The glass panel between the windshield and sunroof became detached wile driving on the highway appears to be a factory defect where that the adhesive used failed and allowed this to fall off","quote_3_odi":"11541220","quote_3_text":"Body panel above windshield that is attached with adhesive had an adhesive failure and broke in half while driving. My insurance company concluded that it was not impact related, and that it was caused by an adhesive failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-sim-card-recall-repair","label":"SIM card communication module recall repair delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11498566","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V365000 (Electrical System, Communication) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11473667","quote_2_text":"I have tried to list car on platform and receive this error message on 7/10/22 We’ve turned up an open safety recall you’ll need to address before you can finish listing on Turo","quote_3_odi":"11474465","quote_3_text":"SIM CARD - phone/car play does NOT CONNECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-class-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11724315","quote_1_text":"Panaramic glass roof exploded while traveling on highway sending glass all over the car and highway. Sounded like a gun shot right above my head","quote_2_odi":"11478087","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a road going 55mph. I heard a loud bang like a gunshot. I looked up and my sunroof exploded. The glass was coming in the car. I have glass slivers cuts to my hand, legs and arm","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-48v-battery-power-loss","label":"48V battery malfunction with power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11352040","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH AND '48V BATTERY MALFUNCTION' WARNING GOES OFF, ALONG WITH A YELLOW CHECK ENGINE LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11476213","quote_2_text":"1. FIRST MESSAGE: 48V BATTERY MALFUNCTION 2. SECOND MESSAGE: STOP THE VEHICLE COOLANT IS NOT WORKING VEHICLE IS OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"11603504","quote_3_text":"This is a known issue with GLE 450 48v batteries over heating and causing loss of power and all function to control the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-ac-refrigerant-leak-water-intrusion","label":"A/C refrigerant leak with cabin water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11696116","quote_1_text":"The air conditioning in my 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE SUV has failed due to a refrigerant (freon) leak, leaving the system unable to cool and properly defrost the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11603189","quote_2_text":"There was less than 1/2 a pound of refridgerant in my vehicle. The dealership - Mercedes Benz of Boerne inspected it","quote_3_odi":"11746844","quote_3_text":"Water pool in passenger side of vehicle all into carpet and glovebox area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-adas-malfunction","label":"Driver-assistance system malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11399152","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD THREE INSTANCES I BELIEVE THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM FAILED IN MY NEW CAR","quote_2_odi":"11543347","quote_2_text":"The adaptive cruise on the Mercedes has a habit of harsh braking during stop and go traffic","quote_3_odi":"11337538","quote_3_text":"I SET THE DISTRONIC CRUISE CONTROL TO 45 MPH. IT SUDDENLY RESET ITSELF TO 70 MPH AND STARTED TO QUICKLY ACCELERATE TO 70 MPH WHILE SHOWING THE SPEED LIMIT TO BE 70 MPH WHEN THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT WAS 45 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-backup-camera-recall","label":"Backup camera failure after recall repair","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11554323","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLE350. The contact stated that the Back Over Prevention camera image would display a glitchy or a blank image while in use","quote_2_odi":"11455508","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V354000 (Back Over Prevention, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11699182","quote_3_text":"The main multimedia screen in the car has failed and is malfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-cylinder-head-misfire","label":"Cylinder head failure with misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11679991","quote_1_text":"The vehicle recently experienced a cylinder head failure, confirmed by a diagnotic code P0302 (Misfire in cylinder 2), resulting in rough idling, reduced power, and potential safety risks during opreration","quote_2_odi":"11559200","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle briefly hesitated","quote_3_odi":"11653696","quote_3_text":"Cylinder misfire at low mileage with very costly repair.. Vehicle needs cylinder head","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-engine-wiring-harness","label":"Engine wiring harness insulation failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11716779","quote_1_text":"Engine compartment heat causes wiring harness insulation to melt and Electrical shorting while driving","quote_2_odi":"11732609","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was in for a normal service to have the spark plugs replaced. However I was told that the engine wiring harness had become brittle (apparently a common and reoccurring problem with my vehicle) and would likely cause misfiring after changing spark plugs","quote_3_odi":"11583127","quote_3_text":"The service department called me, and said that the engine harness is brittle and if they accessed.. it could break","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2020-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"Transmission control module and valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11676298","quote_1_text":"Transmission Control Module / Valve Body failure occurred at 44,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11737136","quote_2_text":"Transmission keeps going into neutral when you put into drive or reverse","quote_3_odi":"11707704","quote_3_text":"After starting my vehicle and placing it into drive, a warning message appeared on the dashboard stating, “Vehicle warning Do not continue to drive,” indicating that the vehicle would be unable to move forward or in reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-48v-battery-system-failure","label":"48V battery system malfunction and loss of propulsion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11416549","quote_1_text":"THERE ARE NUMEROUS REPORTS OF THE 48V BATTERY FAILING ON MULTIPLE MERCEDES MODELS USING THE 6 CYLINDER WITH ISG ENGINE.  MERCEDES SHOULD DO A RECALL TO REPLACE ALL 48V BATTERIES AS THIS PROBLEM MAKES THE CARS UNRELIABLE AND UNSAFE TO USE AS SOMETIMES THIS 48V BATTERY SYSTEM…","quote_2_odi":"11536714","quote_2_text":"Driving down a multi-lane highway at 70 mph, a 48V battery malfunction warning goes off as well as the yellow check engine light. A few seconds later a ‘coolant’ error alert pops up. SUV loses acceleration with power dropping from 70 mph to 55 mph to 35 mph","quote_3_odi":"11693255","quote_3_text":"While driving approximately 50 mph on the Woodall Rodgers Freeway with my family in the car, the vehicle suddenly lost all engine power and throttle response without warning. The accelerator stopped responding, and the engine stalled completely within seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-adas-loss-of-acceleration","label":"ADAS system faults with sudden loss of acceleration","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11746371","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway on three separate occasions the blind spot warning will pop up and show as inoperative, next the active break assist warning flashes as inoperative, and then the entire vehicle shows as inoperative and loses all acceleration and breaks down","quote_2_odi":"11718456","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has repeatedly experienced a sudden loss of acceleration, entering a reduced-power state while driving. Most recently, this occurred less than one week after I was advised that the issue had been fully resolved through a relay replacement","quote_3_odi":"11539114","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has experienced multiple (10+), seemingly random failures of the Electronic Stability Control, Blind Spot Assist, Lane Keeping Assist and Active Break Assist under varied driving and weather conditions. On two separate occasions (one at 15+ mph and the other at 65+)…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-m264-engine-cylinder-head-failure","label":"M264 engine cylinder head and valve seat failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741934","quote_1_text":"At approximately 87,000 miles, my 2021 GLE350 (M264 2.0T engine) experienced a severe engine misfire resulting in a flashing check engine light, rough idle, engine shaking, significant loss of power, and near-stall condition. The vehicle was taken to Speedhaus Automotive…","quote_2_odi":"11700231","quote_2_text":"Our vehicles engine has stopped running on two different occasions, resulting in a very scary near miss accident situation.  The first time this happened was it 22,000 miles, the engine shut off as a result of a failure in the engine cylinder head valve that burned up, causing…","quote_3_odi":"11709741","quote_3_text":"There is a known issue with the Cylinder Heads on specific models of Mercedes vehicles.  Symptoms of M264 Cylinder Head Failure If your GLE 350 is experiencing these symptoms, it may be covered under the extension: Check Engine Light (MIL): Often triggered by misfire codes.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-mbux-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"MBUX infotainment screen blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11753046","quote_1_text":"There is a critical electrical/software defect in the MBUX system which has completely blacked out. This VIN# has not been placed on recall but it is suffering the same failure as previous models (Including NHTSA campaign #21V354 and #26V281000  and I believe it warrants further…","quote_2_odi":"11449194","quote_2_text":"The digital dashboard (MBUX) screen that driver is dependent on,  all of a sudden go blank with no access to heaters, no display, with no GPS and no dash heater. This screen is controlled by a control unit which is right under the passenger seat and is very sensitive even to few…","quote_3_odi":"11555516","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the infotainment screen had gone blank and had failed to operate as needed. Due to the failure, the back-up camera failed to operate while the vehicle was in reverse(R). The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that an unknown liquid…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-sunroof-glass-fracture","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11641548","quote_1_text":"I was driving down with my wife at a street, 35 miles per hour speed and suddenly heard an loud Explosion above my head and my wife screamed and I suddenly applied the break to avoid an accident as luckily there was no other car in back and front. There was a sudden break…","quote_2_odi":"11458394","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded this morning while cruising on I-5 in the carpool lane.  Nothing hit it, and there was nothing above us when it happened.  It was overcast this morning, so I had considered opening the shade.  It is good I did not, as we would have had glass in our…","quote_3_odi":"11431504","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the sunroof abruptly fractured while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied. The fractured glass was retained by the sunroof cover. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2021-vehicle-fire-engine-compartment","label":"Vehicle fire originating in engine compartment","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11720960","quote_1_text":"I purchased my vehicle 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 from Mercedes Dealership in Ontario, and had it for only about 4 months before it catching on fire while parked at the doctors office. I purchased it [XXX], and it caught fire on [XXX] while at the doctors. I didn't drive much…","quote_2_odi":"11585973","quote_2_text":"At 3:14 PM my car started smelling like burning plastic. At 3: 16 PM heavy black smoke was coming through the vent. I immediately turned left on [XXX] in front of White Castle and stopped the car.  At this time the front engine of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-48v-system-shutdown","label":"48-volt system malfunction with vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508483","quote_1_text":"1. 48 volt battery electrical system malfunctioned.  car shut down on the road while driving.   2. could have been rear ended if on highway and there was no shoulder 3. dealer had car for a week and serviced electrical components and updated software","quote_2_odi":"11637585","quote_2_text":"My wife was driving on [XXX] going ~70mph.  Without warning the engine shut down and the vehicle decelerated.  A message popped up saying “48 volt malfunction”.  A google search indicated the car should not be driven as it could result in a fire","quote_3_odi":"11483005","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the battery malfunction warning light illuminated along with other unknown warning lights. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled and coasted to a stop. The contact stated that the vehicle lost power steering and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-adas-system-inoperative","label":"ADAS system alerts and unintended deceleration","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753924","quote_1_text":"while driving, vehicle issued alerts for inoperative active brake assist, inoperative distance control, inoperative blind spot assist, and inoperative active stop and go assist.  with all those alerts it was very concerning and I felt apprehensive to operate the vehicle further…","quote_2_odi":"11508745","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH with cruise control and Lane Keep Assist activated, the vehicle independently slowed and decelerated to 45 MPH. The contact also stated that while making a right, the vehicle was jerking to the left","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-cylinder-head-engine-failure","label":"Cylinder head failure with loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707431","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on. Called dealership on a Thursday and again on Monday after it stayed on all weekend. Was told to bring in vehicle for diagnostics and to have a ride home. Half way to the dealership the car spuddered and I had to coast to the shoulder of the road","quote_2_odi":"11697813","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has issues maintaining power and attempts to stall in traffic. It also shakes violently at idle. It was diagnosed by the dealership and determined that the cylinder head was damaged and needed to be replaced for $7200.00 since there was no warranty","quote_3_odi":"11643905","quote_3_text":"CYLINDER HEAD.   - THE CAR MISFIRES AND WHILE DRIVING THE CAR SLOWS DOWN WITHOUT NOTICE. THE CAR ALSO SHAKES WHILE IN IDOL MODE.   YES THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN CONFIRMED AT THE DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-fuel-pump-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Fuel pump recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585255","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE350. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V880000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount…","quote_2_odi":"11589354","quote_2_text":"A safefy recall was issued December 2023 for my vehicle.  I received a recall notification letter dated February 2024.  The letter stated that the fuel pump impeller mighe deform contacting the fuel pump housing causing the fuel pump to stop operating.  As a result the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof and roof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749417","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof exploded upwards and outwards while driving under normal conditions. It created an extremely loud and startling sound that left the driver and passenger stunned. We were fortunate there was not an immediate oncoming vehicle as we likely would have struck…","quote_2_odi":"11689304","quote_2_text":"While driving at 65 mph on Florida’s Turnpike (SR 91) at approximately 5:30 PM EST, the panoramic sliding sunroof panel (Mercedes-Benz part #167-780-20-00) spontaneously shattered without any impact or warning.  Conditions were partly cloudy. No vehicles, debris, or construction…","quote_3_odi":"11704934","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the interstate at normal speed, normal road conditions, clear weather conditions when my panoramic sunroof suddenly exploded with all of the glass coming down on me and inside my vehicle. The sound was similar to a gunshot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-right-headlamp-moisture-signal","label":"Headlamp moisture intrusion and turn signal failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756224","quote_1_text":"For approximately two years, I reported recurring moisture/condensation inside the RIGHT headlamp assembly of my 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 to Mercedes-Benz. I was repeatedly advised that the condensation was normal. The condition progressively worsened. The vehicle is now…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2022-tire-premature-wear","label":"Premature tire tread wear on OEM tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11581387","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that within the first 6 months of purchasing the vehicle, the tire tread was extremely low. The vehicle was taken in for routine maintenance and the contact was informed that the vehicle needed new tires. The tires were replaced, however, the failure recurred…","quote_2_odi":"11524333","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], at just 18,624 miles, on my 2022 Mercedes-Benz GLE450 4MATIC, the right rear tire was noted to be essentially bald on most of the tread.  All other tires had much much more tread life still remaining and they all appeared to wearing evenly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-adaptive-cruise-unintended-braking","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended hard braking","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706773","quote_1_text":"When driving on an interstate going 55-70 mph and the cruise in on, the car cruise flashes randomly down to 15 or 20 mph and the car severely brakes.  This is NOT because someone is in front of us on the highway.  It does it when no one is in front of us","quote_2_odi":"11690368","quote_2_text":"First incident on I5 around exit 186 9 car was cruise control was on. Speed was set at 65. Car was accelerating from 60 to 65 but all of a sudden it slams on the brakes when no car was in front from 60ish to 45. Almost caused the car in the back to hit us","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-aeb-forward-collision-failure","label":"Automatic Emergency Braking and forward collision warning failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11496489","quote_1_text":"On December 3, 2022, my new 2023 AMG GLE53, with less than 300 miles on the odometer, completely failed to issue a Forward Collision Warning and to activate the Automatic Emergency Braking when approaching at approximately 25 mph a city intersection, causing an accident","quote_2_odi":"11572955","quote_2_text":"This car rear-ended another car while slowing down and preparing to stop at a red light.   The Automatic Emergency Brake system failed to provide any alert whatsoever, no warning lamps, no audible alerts, no warning messages, nothing.  The Automatic Emergency Brake system failed…","quote_3_odi":"11571666","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while coming off the highway at 15-20 MPH, she made a left into her community.  The brake stopped to the floor and the seat belt restrained her without cause.   The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) displayed illuminated when no collision occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-electrical-battery-power-loss","label":"12V and 48V battery warnings and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528964","quote_1_text":"My brand new car (less than 4,000 miles) has broken down twice, leaving me stranded with no power waiting on a flat bed tow to a dealership.  The vehicle gives warning messages about the 48V and 12V batteries and then loses power immediately","quote_2_odi":"11589317","quote_2_text":"I have been getting Battery Monitor - Charge status very low warnings for the past month and they occur at any moment, including while driving the car. The warning then states for me to stop and pull the car over so it can charge up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-fuel-system-recall-23v880000","label":"Fuel system recall 23V880000 parts unavailability and recurrence","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614237","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle shut off without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel contamination. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V880000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); and…","quote_2_odi":"11592857","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, he observed a fuel odor inside the garage. The Fire Department was called and aired out the garage. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel pump delivery module needed to be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-panoramic-roof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic roof and sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633609","quote_1_text":"As I was driving, sunroof suddenly exploded. My screen was partially opened. The sunroof itself was closed. I did not observe anything to hit the car, I did not hear any road debris hit the car. The glass shattered inside the vehicle over myself/my person, also my passenger in…","quote_2_odi":"11707039","quote_2_text":"Panel on roof between front windshield and panoramic roof completely shattered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-transmission-neutral-park-movement","label":"Transmission shifting to neutral or movement in Park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527139","quote_1_text":"vehicle shifts in to neutral while driving causing  loss of control...had to pull over and restart the vehicle to get it back into the drive mode...it has done this twice.....last week the most severe ...very dangerous on a crowded highway","quote_2_odi":"11605282","quote_2_text":"The vehicle, while on (P)ark, will move forward on its own.  The vehicle will move either millimiters at a time or up to a quarter inch in a single incident.  These incidents are continuous in nature and can be duplicated by simply putting the vehicle in Park after driving it…","quote_3_odi":"11559645","quote_3_text":"Around once a week, while utilizing the car in comfort mode, the car will appear to kick into neutral when stopped at a traffic light. When it’s time to accelerate, despite indicating it’s in drive, the car will not move as if it’s in neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2023-windshield-supply-shortage","label":"OEM windshield replacement parts supply shortage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623271","quote_1_text":"I contacted my insurance company, USAA, and Safelite to get the windshield replaced and was informed there was a nationwide backlog in windshields for these vehicles, a 2023 Mercedes Benz GLE450 SUV 4Matic. Since then, I have called multiple MB dealerships, as well as USAA and…","quote_2_odi":"11631635","quote_2_text":"Cracked windshield. Manufacturer has not been able to supply a replacement for 4 months. Every time I ask for an ETA the day moves back a month. This is a safety concern for many affected drivers with no apparent solution from MBUSA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking / forward collision system activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757345","quote_1_text":"Active Brake Assist unexpectedly and forcefully engaged while driving on the highway 3 times. The dashboard display light goes completely black while driving","quote_2_odi":"11727908","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service brakes independently enabled. The contact stated that the vehicle stopped on a major interstate. In addition, several warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11696337","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON AN INSIDE ROAD AT 35 MPH WITH NO TRAFFIC, THE CAR APPLIED SUDDEN BRAKES. MANY MESSAGES/SYMBOLS POPPED UP ON THE SCREEN WHICH I WAS NOT ABLE TO SEE . CAR ALMOST CAME TO SUDDEN STOP AND IT CLEARED UP AGAIN WITHIN SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-digital-cluster-blackout","label":"Digital instrument cluster / display screen blackout while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750194","quote_1_text":"Digital Instrument cluster screen has gone black 3 times since October 2025 making it impossible to see speed or other important driving safety information.  Black out happened in October 2025, March 2026, and again on July 9, 2026","quote_2_odi":"11757345","quote_2_text":"Active Brake Assist unexpectedly and forcefully engaged while driving on the highway 3 times. The dashboard display light goes completely black while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-electrical-system-faults","label":"Electrical system faults including auto-lock, battery drain, and power failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671574","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] the power lock system in my Mercedes auto locked itself with my key and phone inside the vehicle on a hot day with a baby secured in a rear car seat. I did not lock the vehicle or touch the door handle lock","quote_2_odi":"11716938","quote_2_text":"12 V battery completely drained while in operation resulting in me being stranded and requiring the vehicle to be towed","quote_3_odi":"11708972","quote_3_text":"We've had this car on lease for 23 months, and it has had an escalating pattern of electronic, mechanical and brake issues.   Earlier today, on January 5, the car started to slow down and started shaking on the highway today and when I used the brakes the full body of the car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-hybrid-performance-limited","label":"GLE450e hybrid \"performance extremely limited\" / turtle mode","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726723","quote_1_text":"My Mercedes Benz GLE450e Hybrid SUV has had a persistent but sporadic safety issue that suddenly causes the vehicle to go into \"turtle mode\" with a \"performance extremely limited\" warning when trying to accelerate quickly or sometimes when breaking quickly","quote_2_odi":"11639956","quote_2_text":"At 3000K miles, vehicle spontaneously slowed from 60 mph to 10 mph with no warning.  Message: PERFORMANCE EXTREMELY LIMITED, Engine light, turtle sign. Tractor trailer truck behind us swerved and narrowly avoided hitting our vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11584160","quote_3_text":"While coming off the highway on an exit ramp, several car warnings/lights appeared and the car abruptly decelerated such that I could not drive more than ~30 miles/hour.  The warning message said \"performance extremely limited\" and two warning lights (an engine and a turtle)…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-roof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof and roof glass panel spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11543713","quote_1_text":"The glass pane between my windshield and my dual-pane panoramic sunroof exploded while parked in my garage in the middle of the night. This car is not even 2 months old yet, has never been damaged and could have killed me had it randomly exploded while I was driving","quote_2_odi":"11718215","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof exploded when I was driving not external force was involved  to make the sunroof explode the sound was like a gunshot  small particles of glass fell to my face","quote_3_odi":"11694478","quote_3_text":"The  glass panel between the windshield and the panoramic sunroof  spontaneously shattered… Nothing hit it… It just spontaneously shattered..  Spontaneously shattering glass in an automobile is a safety concern In my opinion… There was no warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-suspension-tire-wear","label":"Suspension and abnormal front tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736114","quote_1_text":"I noticed that my front tires were showing abnormal wear on the outer edge of both driver and passenger side front tires.  I would also hear a loud popping/thumping/grinding noise coming from front tires when I would back up and then have to turn my tires to move the car to…","quote_2_odi":"11752631","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic failure of the rear lower control arm. Complete fracture through its inboard mounting eye with no warning while my wife was driving the vehicle. The rear - passenger side corner dropped causing the vehicle to spin abruptly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2024-windshield-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm collision, breakage, and design defect","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748194","quote_1_text":"While driving in heavy rain with the windshield wipers activated, the left and right wiper arms move at inconsistent speeds due to uneven friction on the windshield. The two wiper blades repeatedly crash into each other during every sweep cycle","quote_2_odi":"11643854","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds in the rain after purchasing the vehicle brand new, the windshield wipers failed to clean the windshield as needed while moving downward, creating reduced visibility of the roadway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-adas-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking and ADAS phantom activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11645260","quote_1_text":"When driving on a quiet, straight road with no other cars anywhere nearby the vehicle suddenly slammed on the brakes until the car came to a complete stop. The seat belt pre-tensioners also activated and there were loud audible warning beeping and red \"radar\" images on the…","quote_2_odi":"11658349","quote_2_text":"While using adaptive cruise control, the car automatically applies brake in full force eventhough there is no object in front of the car. Almost cause couple accidents where there are cars behind me. This happened multiple times in one trip (500 miles trip)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-coolant-system-failure","label":"Coolant system failure at low mileage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11654267","quote_1_text":"Coolant hose was rubbing on the drive shaft and at 4,931 miles the coolant hose failed and the vehicle lost all coolant from the system.  Fortunately the hose failed after the car was driven into our garage and not on the open highway","quote_2_odi":"11713270","quote_2_text":"Radiator started leaking in <3000 miles of driving the brand new GLE 580 Mercedes Benz.  Twice I got errors in the car that stated check coolant level  I could hear liquid moving in the front of the car when I parked it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-engine-stall-electrical-failure","label":"Engine stall and electrical system failure while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718847","quote_1_text":"I was about to pull out into traffic, once on the interstate and another time on a 2 lane highway… right as I hit the gas to pull out the car lurches forward and dies. Comes to a complete stop. It won’t crank back up, it won’t go into neutral or drive or reverse.  The electoral…","quote_2_odi":"11686759","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions afterward, the vehicle suddenly slowed down and stopped while she was driving on the highway. 3.Most recently, two days ago, while driving to work early in the morning on the freeway, the car suddenly stopped in the dark. Thankfully, there were no cars…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-hybrid-turtle-mode-power-loss","label":"Hybrid powertrain power loss / turtle mode activation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629705","quote_1_text":"Vehicle goes into Turtle mode with the error that says Performance Extremely Limited. It happens without any warning and has already happened 3 times right now. Last night (December 8th, 2024) it happened as my wife was merging into the freeway.  All of a sudden, the power got…","quote_2_odi":"11656431","quote_2_text":"The vehicle loses power while driving and flashes \"Performance Extremely Limited.\" We have had this happen in intersections and while getting on the highway almost causing an accident on more than one occasion. When this occurs the vehicle decelerates quickly, will not use the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-steering-wheel-hands-detection","label":"Steering wheel hands-detection false warnings and emergency stop","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741555","quote_1_text":"I noticed that the warning that I was not holding the steering wheel would light up when I was holding the wheel with both hands in the 10-2 position. Flipping my fingers while continuing to hold the steering wheel was sufficient to switch the warning off. Also I was frequently…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628735","quote_1_text":"driving at 70 mph in the right lane the panoramic sunroof exploded into shards of glass and rained down on the driver and passenger, it sounded like a gun went off as the front moveable roof panel blew apart.  The vehicle had approximately 650 miles on the odometer.  Nothing…","quote_2_odi":"11747053","quote_2_text":"We were driving on Interstate 4 in Orlando and our sunroof exploded at 80 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-suspension-lateral-skip","label":"Suspension lateral skip on rough road surfaces at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747726","quote_1_text":"When operating at 65-70 MPH on a limited access highway and encountering a rough road surface, the vehicle seemed to rather dramatically \"skip\" to the side.  The GLE450e moved laterally while maintaining the intended forward direction.  During two of these events the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2025,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLE-Class","model_slug":"gle-class","cluster_id":"gle-2025-transmission-rough-shifting","label":"Transmission rough and jerky shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712618","quote_1_text":"Transmission has very rough, \"jerky\" shifting when downshifting and upshifting.  There was a bad 'jerk\" when downshifting from 5 to 4th gear.  Dealer acknowledged the problem and provided a transmission software upgrade.  The problem was somewhat alleviated but the transmission…","quote_2_odi":"11718478","quote_2_text":"I have brought the vehicle in for service on multiple occasions—October, January, March, May, and November—due to recurring transmission-related issues. These issues include jerking, delayed acceleration, and irregular shifting. Each time, the dealer did not confirm a definitive…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/mercedes-benz/gle-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2010-electronic-steering-lock-failure","label":"Electronic steering lock failure preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11104721","quote_1_text":"ESL FAILURE (ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK) FAILED. CAUSING A LOCK UP OF THE STEERING WHEEL, AND NO START FAILURE. IT WAS STATIONARY IN A PARKING LOT. HAD TO HAVE THE VEHICLE PICKED UP AND TOWED TO A GARAGE","quote_2_odi":"10991514","quote_2_text":"STEERING LOCK SEIZED AFTER CAR WAS PARKED. UNABLE TO SHIFT GEARS, TURN IGNITION OR START CAR. COST $2000 TO FIX! THE WORST CAR EVER!!","quote_3_odi":"11435769","quote_3_text":"On September 20, 2021, my steering wheel locked will driving into shopping center in Stockton, CA., I called AAA towing service to tow my car to Mercedes-Benz of Stockton for repairs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2010-fuel-filter-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank and filter leaks causing gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11338640","quote_1_text":"PLASTIC SEAL ON GASKETS FOR GAS TANK FAILED ON BOTH SIDES OF CAR. CAUSES LEAKING OF FUEL AND ODOR INTO PASSENGER AREA OF VEHICLE AND DANGER OF EXPLOSION DUE TO LEAKING FUEL. IT OCCURS WHEN GAS TANK IS MORE THAN 3/4 FULL TO FULL OF FUEL","quote_2_odi":"11219143","quote_2_text":"OUR CAR HAS DEVELOPED A SERIOUS FUEL LEAK ON THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR. WHEN THE TANK IS FILLED TO CAPACITY, OR NEAR CAPACITY, A SERIOUS GASOLINE ODOR DEVELOPS","quote_3_odi":"10925666","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE FUEL SMELL, TURNS OUT IT'S THE FUEL TANK, WAS INFORMED PLASTIC FUEL TANK SEAM IS SPLITTING AND IS NOW A FIRE/SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2010-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion affecting suspension and brakes","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11507640","quote_1_text":"Subframe of the car rusted and rotted from inside out. to the point of rear suspension completely detached from subframe. it caused my car to fish tail and lose control under even slow breaking conditions","quote_2_odi":"11499957","quote_2_text":"I had my 2010 Mercedes GLK in for B service today (Jan. 3, 2023), and the repair team inspected the vehicle and informed me that I have a RUST HOLE approximately 1\" x 2\" in size located adjacent to an attachment point for the wheels in the REAR SUBFRAME","quote_3_odi":"11496509","quote_3_text":"I am the owner of a 2010 Mercedes GLK 350 with 102,531 miles. The problem I have is the rear subframe rusted with a crack on the rear subframe making it very dangerous if the rear subframe fails while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":138,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11149548","quote_1_text":"TAKATA AIRBAGS, PRIORITY GROUP 6: I BELIEVE MERCEDES BENZ IS DRAGGING ITS FEET IN MAKING THESE REPAIRS. I HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL LETTERS DATING BACK TO 2017. EACH ONE PROVIDES A DATE WHEN THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE AND THE DATES COME AND GO","quote_2_odi":"11036079","quote_2_text":"YEARS AGO I WAS CONTACTED BY MAIL TO NOTIFY MY DEALERSHIP TO REPLACE MY AIR BAGS AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. WHEN I CALLED THEY SAID YOUR PARTS HAVE BEEN ORDERED WE WILL CALL YOU WHEN THEY ARRIVE. NO CALL","quote_3_odi":"11039566","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL ....AS OF 10/25/2017 THERE IS NO RESOLUTION, YET MY VEHICLE WAS RECALLED TWO TIMES, ONCE ON 2/11/2016 AND THE OTHER TIME 5/25/2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2011-fuel-filter-flange-leak","label":"Fuel filter flange leak / fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11595654","quote_1_text":"Vaporized gasoline fuel odor emanating from the back seat area due to fuel filter flange crack","quote_2_odi":"11462608","quote_2_text":"Fuel leaking from top of the fuel tank","quote_3_odi":"11479512","quote_3_text":"The fuel tank flange cracked. After refill the tank, the fuel smell is in the cabin, and fuel leak out under the seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2011-keyless-ignition-no-start","label":"Keyless ignition / security module no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11338462","quote_1_text":"DELAY AND NO START CONDITION WHEN TURNING THE IGNITION KEY","quote_2_odi":"11552551","quote_2_text":"After inserting key - there is no response. Tried several times. FOB locks and unlocks the doors","quote_3_odi":"11074162","quote_3_text":"SECURITY MODULE FAILED WHICH LOCKED STEERING AND PREVENTED CAR FROM STARTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11687221","quote_1_text":"During a stop the car dives to the right. After removing the right rear tire the subframe is rusted and components are no longer connected to the sub frame","quote_2_odi":"11649184","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes Benz GLK350. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to immediately stop, causing the braking distance to be extended","quote_3_odi":"11463624","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made an abnormal sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11486915","quote_1_text":"takata airbags- called Mercedes Benz of draper- says it is not on their list???","quote_2_odi":"11170757","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, RECALL HAS BEEN OPEN SINCE 2016? DRIVING AROUND WITH A TICKING TIME BOMB","quote_3_odi":"11129614","quote_3_text":"IT IS WELL OVER TWO YEARS FOR THIS RECALL AND THERE HAS YET TO BE A FIX INITIATIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2012-fuel-tank-leak-gas-smell","label":"Fuel tank leak with gasoline odor when filling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11119889","quote_1_text":"THE GLK SMELLS LIKE GAS ANY TIME IT'S FUELED UP. I NEVER TOP IT OFF BECAUSE IF I DO, IT LEAKS FUEL UNTIL I GET DOWN TO 3/4 OF A TANK. I TOOK IT IN TO GET LOOKED AT AND THE DEALERSHIP WARRANTY DEPT. TOLD ME MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT ONE OF THE ONES AFFECTED BY THE SAMEEXAT TYPE OF","quote_2_odi":"11503713","quote_2_text":"My 2012 GLK350 leaking gas from under the rear right passenger seat, where the gas cap located. we fill up gas when we came back to home and park in the garage gas smell was very strong We thought may be because of spill some gas while Pumping","quote_3_odi":"11437808","quote_3_text":"Every time the car's tank is filled with gas some leaks out on the ground. There is also a strong smell of gas in the cabin. I see there are many other complaints concerning this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2012-rear-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line corrosion and rupture","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11612830","quote_1_text":"RUPTURE OF LEFT REAR AND LEFT FRONT BRAKE LINES 1/26/24,8/30/24. BOTH TIMES THE FAILURE WAS UNANNOUNCED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AND PUT MY LIFE IN DANGER","quote_2_odi":"11701710","quote_2_text":"I brought my car in to my local mechanic and was told my rear suspension was corroded. He said it would cost around five thousand dollars to repair. I researched online and found mercedes did not have a recall but has extended the warranty and will cover the repair to the rear","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2012-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass panel shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11057781","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING WITH MY HEAT ON IN COLD WEATHER. I WAS IN MOTION WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP. I WAS ON ROUTE 1 TRAVELING STRAIGHT ON THE ROAD. AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS MY WINDSHIELD. THEN I HEARD A CRACKLING SOUND ABOVE ME. THE WHOLE FRONT PANEL SUNROOF NOW LOOKED LIKE CRACKLE GLASS","quote_2_odi":"11390524","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON I35 AT THE SPEED LIMIT WHEN I HEARD A LOUD POP OVERHEAD. I WAS NOT SURE WHAT IT WAS, WONDERED IF IT WAS GUN FIRE. A FEW DAYS LATER WHEN I GOT IN MY VEHICLE, AND THE SUN WAS OUT, I WAS CLOSING THE SUNROOF COVER WHEN I NOTICED THAT THE GLASS WAS SHATTERED, PIECES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":132,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11256646","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V081000 (AIR BAGS) AND 19V010000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF","quote_2_odi":"11218343","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V081000 AND 19V010000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11192539","quote_3_text":"AIRBAGS STILL HAVEN'T BEEN FIXED YET! MERCEDES SAYING AIRBAGS AREN'T AVAILABLE YET, SO HOW LONG WE ARE GOING TO DRIVE THIS VEHICLE BEFORE HAPPEN TO MY WIFE, DAUGHTER OR MYSELF GET INJURED OR KILLED!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11255954","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 12 AND 18 MPH, THE DRIVER REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER RUPTURED DISCS TWO THROUGH SEVEN IN THE NECK, WHICH REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10811758","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON CRASH WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"11217101","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER SON WAS DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CONTACT WAS IN TRAFFIC WHEN HE NOTICE THE VEHICLE BEHIND HIM WAS NOT STOPPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-fuel-pump-odor-leak","label":"Fuel pump or fuel line leak with cabin odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11692024","quote_1_text":"I am writing to express a serious safety concern regarding the Mercedes-Benz GLK 350, particularly related to the fuel pump system under the rear passenger area. It has come to my attention that the fuel pumps in these vehicles emit a strong, unpleasant odor every time the car","quote_2_odi":"11554946","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, there was a strong gasoline odor coming from the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a strong gasoline odor inside","quote_3_odi":"11152482","quote_3_text":"STARTING SMELLING FUEL ON LEFT REAR OF CAR FOUND OUT IT WAS THE LEFT FUEL SENDING UNIT CRACKED AND LEAKING NEXT TO THE FUEL LINE NIPPLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering spontaneously","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11066702","quote_1_text":"DRIVING 45-50 MPH ON THE ROAD ALONE AND AM STARTLED BY LOUD NOISE WHICH RESEMBLED A GUNSHOT. I IMMEDIATELY CHECKED THE DASH TO SEE IF ANY WARNING LIGHTS WERE ILLUMINATED BUT SAW NOTHING. AFTER A FEW MINUTES I LOOKED UP AND NOTICED MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF WHAT SHATTERED IN TINY","quote_2_odi":"10821887","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLOSION. DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AT 45 MPH WHEN SUDDENLY THE CLOSED SUNROOF SHATTERED. NO FOREIGN OBJECTS OR CONTACT OCCURRED. IT WAS SPONTANEOUS EXPLOSION","quote_3_odi":"11725235","quote_3_text":"Driving home mid morning Thursday , March 5, 2026 on smooth paved rural road, 50MPH, sunny, temp was 40 degrees, no vehicles anywhere near us, our Panoramic Sunroof shattered on our 2013 Mercedes GLK 250. We heard a loud \"BANG\", but had no idea what it was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-rear-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line corrosion causing fluid leaks","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11660657","quote_1_text":"Brake lines prematurely rusted through and through causing brakes not to work","quote_2_odi":"11494133","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the brake fluid and brake warning lights illuminated, and shortly after adding brake fluid the warning lights remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11478881","quote_3_text":"Dealer reported to me that the brake lines are rusted. Dealer reported the lines are painted rather than coated as they were in the past. Vehicle is less than 10 years old so brake line rusting seems unusual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Delayed Takata airbag recall replacement parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11192602","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE BEEN WAITING TWO YEARS FOR THE MERCEDES DEALER ON ATLANTIC BLVD IN JACKSONVILLE, FL TO REPLACE MY TAKATA AIRBAGS, ALWAYS GET THE SAME ANSWER, PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11124740","quote_2_text":"TAKATA AIRBAG: I RECEIVED MY RECALL NOTICE (DATED SIMPLY \" FEBRUARY 2018\") FROM MERCEDES FIRST WEEK OF MARCH 2018. SINCE THEN I HAVE REPEATEDLY CONTACTED MERCEDES CORPORATE, BOTH HERE AND IN GERMANY, AND KEEP GETTING THE RUN-AROUND","quote_3_odi":"11078481","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL!! PER MY VIN #, MY 2013 MERCEDES BENZ GLK 350 HAS BEEN RECALLED EFFECTIVE JAN 10 2018. SIXTY DAYS HAVE PASSED AND NOT ONLY IS THERE NO REMEDY AVAILABLE, BUT I HAVE NOT EVEN BEEN NOTIFIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2013-unintended-shift-to-park","label":"Unintended transmission shift into park or neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11100482","quote_1_text":"THE CAR PUTS ITSELF INTO AUTOMATIC \"PARK\" MODE WHEN SLOWING DOWN, APPLYING BRAKES AND SPEED DROPS BELOW 7 MPH. 9 INSTANCES HAVE HAPPENED, ONCE IN REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11047331","quote_2_text":"WHEN I'M DRIVING THE CAR, THE CAR WILL AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTS FROM D(DRIVE) TO P(PARK). IT HAPPENS ESPECIALLY WHEN I HIT THE BRAKE. I WENT TO DEALER FOR THE SAME ISSUE TWICE, AND IT SEEMS THEY STILL CANNOT FIND THE PROBLEM AND FIX IT","quote_3_odi":"10561272","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED SINCE MONDAY THE 20TH OF JANUARY, THE CAR WHILE DRIVING FORWARD WOULD SUDDENLY GO INTO REVERSE MAKING A GRINDING SOUND. THIS HAPPENED TWICE IN TRAFFIC AND, COULD BE DANGEROUS IF IT HAD HAPPENED IN AN INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata passenger airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11338124","quote_1_text":"MERCEDES RECALL NOTICE ISSUED MARCH, 2019. TO DATE, MERCEDES HAS NOT CONTACTED ME TO SCHEDULE RECALL REMEDY. IT HAS NOW BEEN OVER ONE YEAR SINCE I RECEIVED ORIGINAL NOTICE","quote_2_odi":"11349966","quote_2_text":"STILL NO REMEDY FOR MY MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350 4MATIC 2014","quote_3_odi":"11327980","quote_3_text":"I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR 18 MONTHS FOR MY AIRBAG TO BE REPAIRED. THE DEALER HAS NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL RECEIVE THE PARTS. THIS IS RIDICULOUS, THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-brake-malfunction","label":"Brake system engagement and release malfunctions","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11363291","quote_1_text":"IN DECEMBER 2019 I WAS ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND THE TRAFFIC WAS BUMPER TO BUMPER. I WAS DRIVING BEHIND A LADY AND WHEN SHE STOPPED I WENT TO PUT MY FEET ON THE BRAKES AND THE BRAKES WENT TO THE FLOOR AND MY CAR HIT HER","quote_2_odi":"11622865","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to engage as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"10884345","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE MIDDLE OF DENVER WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON WHEN THE BRAKES ENGAGED. WE WERE ALMOST AT A COMPLETE STOP WHEN MY HUSBAND WAS ABLE TO GET THE CAR TO ACCELERATE AGAIN AND WE LUCKILY WERE NOT REAR ENDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel system odor and leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11526545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated while starting the vehicle after refueling, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the fuel pump was leaking onto the rear seats","quote_2_odi":"11511839","quote_2_text":"My vehicle started smelling like gas. Took it in for inspection. Mechanic found a leak in the fuel assembly, resulting in gasoline pooling inside the vehicle under the back seat and leaking out through the bottom of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11394886","quote_3_text":"WE STARTED TO DEVELOP A STRONG SMELL OF GAS INSIDE THE VEHICLE. I STARTED TO RESEARCH ONLINE TO FIND THAT MANY MERCEDES MODELS HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM, A CRACK DEVELOPS ON A CAP THAT HOUSES THE FUEL PUMP UNDER THE BACK SEAT INSIDE THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-heated-seat-burn-through","label":"Heated seat element burn-through","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11740866","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK. The contact stated he heating element burned through the front driver side seat. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with an internal fault in the driver seat back heater; however the vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11638529","quote_2_text":"On 1/17/25, I was on my commute to my office when I noted a very strong and unpleasant odor. Thinking it was from a truck in front of me, I passed the truck, cracked my passenger window and continued the short distance to my office","quote_3_odi":"11633753","quote_3_text":"On January 01, 2025, I started my wife's car after adding coolant. I just want to warm it up since we did not use it in a couple of days. I activated the heated seat on the driver side where I was seated and was just looking at the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11555900","quote_1_text":"On 11/18/2023, while driving my GLK350 2014, I decided to open and later close the sunroof. As I closed the sunroof, I heard a distinct cracking sound, which caught my attention. Initially, I was unsure of the source of the sound and continued driving","quote_2_odi":"11418042","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was a loud sound coming from the sunroof. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11242342","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOKEY AUTOMOTIVE GROUP (LOCATED AT 27758 US HWY 19 N, CLEARWATER, FL 33763, (727) 799-2151)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11500787","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes Benz GLK250. The contact stated while driving at a slow speed and seeking a parking spot, the vehicle accelerated independently and caused her to crash into a parked vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10872362","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A WARNING LIGHT INDICATED A DANGER OF THE VEHICLE ROLLING OVER. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WHILE IN REVERSE, BUT IT DID NOT RESPOND AND THE WARNING LIGHT FLASHED","quote_3_odi":"10606546","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES BENZ GLK350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT ANY WARNING AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT SHE ENGAGED THE BRAKES BUT IT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel odor from cracked fuel tank pump assembly","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11627422","quote_1_text":"My truck has been smelling like gas for a while. I replaced the gas cap and still smelled gas when I was driving. Recently I started smelling it inside the car. It was leaking from two places under the car when I would drive it or just have it running","quote_2_odi":"11607406","quote_2_text":"Upon removal of the rear seat and a check under the two fuel tank covers, I found gasoline pooled on a concave area on top of the Fuel Suction Pump Assembly, MB, part 2184700994 (see attached photos). This plastic part has cracks in it that allow fuel to escape","quote_3_odi":"11525695","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact stated after refueling; while driving 65 MPH, there was an abnormal gasoline odor inside the cabin of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-inoperative-power-loss","label":"Sudden power loss with dashboard inoperative warning","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11079872","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR MY MERCEDES GLK SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 30MPH. THE CAR WAS UNRESPONSIVE AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. A .MESSAGE THAT SAID 'INOPERATIVE SEE OWNERS MANUAL' APPEARED","quote_2_odi":"10716591","quote_2_text":"WHILE EXITING THE HWY THE CAR SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN FROM ABOUT 60 TO AROUND 45 WITHOUT BREAKING. INOPERATIVE SEE OWNER'S MANUAL APPEARED ON THE DASHBOARD AND THE CAR STARTED LOOSING POWER","quote_3_odi":"10861093","quote_3_text":"FOR LAST 2 MONTHS AND CONTINUING ON, THE 'ESP INOPERATIVE' MESSAGE POPS UP FREQUENTLY, EVEN WHEN THE WEATHER AND ROAD CONDITIONS ARE WARM, DRY AND CLEAR. WHEN IT OCCURS, THE CAR SEEMS TO LOOSE ACCELERATION (POWER) AND SLOWS DOWN (RATHER VERY QUICKLY ON ROADWAY SLOPING UP)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and steering wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11703480","quote_1_text":"The steering adjustment moves in and out but will not move up or down. You can hear a clicking noise like it’s trying to move but nothing happens to the steering column","quote_2_odi":"11423654","quote_2_text":"When driving, the steering wheel locks and I can no longer steer the vehicle, it locks in a way that I cannot move the steering wheel at all, which may cause me to crash if I am at a dead end road and need to turn","quote_3_odi":"11450622","quote_3_text":"The car’s driver’s side front wheel was replaced. Afterwards,The power steering failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11202907","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE DEFECT IN THE PASSENGER-SIDE FRONTAL AIRBAG INFLATOR MAY CAUSE THE INFLATOR TO EXPLODE WHEN DEPLOYED. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO ADDRESS THIS PROBLEM. THE MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIPS TELL ME THE ISSUE IS \"PENDING\" AND PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11441695","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz GLK350. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 2020100005 (replace Takata passenger-side module Air Bags) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11190452","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL HAS BEEN ISSUED SEVERAL TIMES. EACH TIME, MERCEDES SAYS NO FIX IS AVAILABLE PLEASE STAY IN TOUCH. THEY WILL NOT SAY WHETHER MY SPECIFIC VEHICLE HAS THE PROBLEM OR, IF IT DOES, HOW LONG I HAVE TO DRIVE WITH FEAR OF PASSENGER DEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-unintended-acceleration-crash","label":"Unintended acceleration with steering malfunction","component_code":"STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11002718","quote_1_text":"ON JUNE 16,2017, WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY, I TRIED TO SLOWED DOWN BUT IT TURNED OUT TO ACCELERATE SUDDENLY AT AROUND 85MPH, THE STEERING SYSTEM WAS MESSED UP AND I LOST CONTROL OF MY CAR , THE MORE I TRY TO BRAKE THE FASTER THE CAR CRASHED","quote_2_odi":"11002664","quote_2_text":"MY MB GLK 35 CRASHED AT A HIGH SPEED AROUND 80 MPH,IT BURNT TO GROUND . I WOULD HAVE BEEN BURNT ALIVE WITHOUT PEOPLE USING A BIG ROCK TO BREAK THE WINDOW AND PULLING ME OUT","quote_3_odi":"11376095","quote_3_text":"DRIVING 25 MPH AROUND A CURVE WHEN MY CAR LOST CONTROL, DESPITE MY BEST ATTEMPTS MY CAR WOULD NOT ALLOW ME TO TAKE CONTROL OR TO BREAK. MY CAR WENT FROM 25 MPH TO 60 MPH THROUGH A TWO LANE TRAFFIC STREET, FORCING ME TO SWERVE IN AND OUT OF TRAFFIC MERELY MISSING SIX CARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLK-Class","model_slug":"glk-class","cluster_id":"glk-class-2015-unintended-shift-to-park","label":"Unintended shift to Park while driving at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11731078","quote_1_text":"Hello. Since I bought this car in 2015. Every now and again it will go into park when driving and tge car will stop suddenly. It has done it a few times over the years and it’s quite scary","quote_2_odi":"11433907","quote_2_text":"My car goes abruptly into park while driving or reversing at 5 mph or less. This is a big safety concern if it ever suddenly stalls in a highway, I may get into a life threatening accident. There are no warning or sensor lights that light up when this happens","quote_3_odi":"11350484","quote_3_text":"THE KEY IS NOT RECOGNIZED IN THE ELECTRONIC IGNITION SWITCH, THE VEHICLE CANNOT BE STARTED AND/OR THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY GO INTO PARK AT SPEEDS BELOW 6 KM/H","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/glk-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-airmatic-suspension-failure","label":"Airmatic air suspension system failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11628461","quote_1_text":"This is the 2nd time within a year my airmatic suspension system has went out while driving and I have lost control of driving my vehicle. I have paid 3900 to have the problem repaired it has not been a year and the same issue has happened","quote_2_odi":"11577198","quote_2_text":"My suspension failed would not send any air pressure to lift my vehicle while driving my car ride was very bumpy and I loss contol","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-dim-headlight-visibility","label":"Low-beam headlight visibility at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11455473","quote_1_text":"Over time, the low beam lights have faded which make it very difficult to see at night","quote_2_odi":"11298065","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS ARE NOT SAFE. FOWARD VISIBILITY IS VERY POOR. THIS VEHICLE SHOULD NOT BE DRIVEN AT NIGHT ESPECIALLY IN POOR WEATHER CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"11045036","quote_3_text":"THE STANDARD HEADLIGHTS ARE EXTREMELY DIM AND UNSUITABLE FOR NIGHTTIME DRIVING. THEY HAVE A BRIGHTNESS ROUGHLY EQUIVALENT TO PARKING LIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine bay fire tied to electrical or fuel system fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11693202","quote_1_text":"On July 23, 2025, I drove my Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 to a medical appointment. After arriving, I parked near the valet station, turned off the car, and went inside to check in at LabCorp","quote_2_odi":"11619840","quote_2_text":"Fire started in the Engine and consumed the entire vehicle in less than 5 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11452172","quote_3_text":"Our car, Mercedes GLS 450, caught on fire after pulled into the garage from a short drive on local streets, which resulted a total loss on our house","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-seat-heater-motor-failure","label":"Seat heater overheating or seat motor failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11748048","quote_1_text":"I was driving around and my [XXX] daughter was complaining that the seat was getting super hot . I told her to stop playing with the seat warmer she then replied she was not","quote_2_odi":"11030500","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT 2017 GLS 450 IN JULY LAST YEAR 2016.THE PASSENGER SEAT DOES NOT MOVE PROPERLY FORWARD AND BACKWARD","quote_3_odi":"10865047","quote_3_text":"HEADRESTS IN THE 2ND ROW ARE UNSAFE, IN THE UP POSITION IT HAS NO PROTECTION FOR CHILDREN OR ADULTS, IN THE DOWN POSITION IT PUSHES THE NECK AND HEAD OF ALL PASSENGERS FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-spontaneous-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous shattering of sunroof or window glass","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11666914","quote_1_text":"Without warning and while driving, the panoramic glass sunroof suddenly shattered and exploded, sending glass shards and debris into the vehicle cabin","quote_2_odi":"11402698","quote_2_text":"WE WERE TRAVELING AT ABOUT 85 MILES/ HR PASSING ALBUQUERQUE. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE FELT AND HEARD AN EXPLOSION. MY WIFE AND I BOTH DUCKED AND FORTUNATELY I KEPT MY HANDS ON THE WHEEL. WE LOOKED UP AND THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED AND BLOWN OUT","quote_3_odi":"10970780","quote_3_text":"I LOWER THE PASSENGER CAR WINDOW WHEN I ENTERED THE CAR IN A VERY HOT DAY AND THE WINDOW GLASS EXPLOTED. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT WAS NOT A CAR DEFECT. HOWEVER, THE CAR WINDOW GLASS JUST EXPLOTED JUST BY LOWERING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-steering-lane-assist-swerve","label":"Power steering loss or lane-assist swerve","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11529734","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle after driving in a rainstorm, the power steering malfunction message was displayed. While driving approximately 70 MPH, the power steering became inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11048747","quote_2_text":"WHEN IN DISTRONIC+ WHICH INCLUDES LANE KEEPING ASSIST, MY CAR SWERVES SHARPLY OUT OF ITS LANE FOR NO APPARENT REASON WHICH, WHILE INFREQUENT, COULD CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10969872","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE TURNER TURNPIKE (BETWEEN TULSA AND OKC, AROUND 70-75MPH)THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING HAS SWERVED LEFT AND RIGHT ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2017-transmission-axle-failure","label":"Transmission valve body or rear axle failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11695525","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLS 450 is experiencing serious and unpredictable transmission behavior related to the valve body and shifting mechanism","quote_2_odi":"11340655","quote_2_text":"REAR AXLE LOCK UP BRIEFLY MADE A SOUND LIKE SOMEONE REAR ENDED THE CAR AND SNAP THE LEFT SIDE REAR CV AXLE","quote_3_odi":"10896957","quote_3_text":"REAR DIFFERENTIAL AXLE SEALS WERE DISTORTED, CAUSING FLUID TO LEAD OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2018-brake-failure","label":"Brake system failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11683217","quote_1_text":"Brake brakes are terrible. They have other years that they’ve acknowledge that the break are spongy and at times does not break the GLS has that defect. Also smell of gas fumes inside the vehicle. Please direct me the right way and help me with this issue…","quote_2_odi":"11353649","quote_2_text":"I WAS ALREADY 90% IN PARKING LINE WHICH IS HANDICAP'S. ABOUT TO STOP RIGHT FRONT OF HANDICAP SIGN, SUDDENLY VEHICLE START MOVING FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT WAS IN BRAKE SO I PUSH LITTLE HARD TO COMPLETE STOP BUT VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATE FORWARD SMASHING INTO THE BUILDING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2018-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11436804","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Mercedes Benz GLS450. The contact stated that after turning the ignition switch off, the driver suddenly discovered flames were coming from the engine compartment. The fire department was called to the scene and extinguished the flames.…","quote_2_odi":"11703281","quote_2_text":"January 2023 - Airbag suspension failed. Replaced by Mercedes dealership. December 2024 - Airbag suspension failed. Replaced by Mercedes dealership. April 2024: First brake failure. The brakes stopped while driving. Repaired.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2018-neutral-shift","label":"Uncommanded shift into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11150448","quote_1_text":"I FOUND OUT THAT ONLY ON 2018 MERCEDES GLS MODELS, THE CAR LETS YOU TURN OFF THE ENGINE WITHOUT A WARNING AND PUTS THE CAR IN NEUTRAL AUTOMATICALLY. IT DOES NOT PUT THE CAR TO 'P' OR GIVES YOU A WARNING SAYING YOU NEED TO PUT THE GEAR TO 'P' TO STOP THE CAR.…","quote_2_odi":"11101953","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, CAR SHIFTED ITSELF FROM DRIVE TO NEUTRAL WITHOUT ANY DRIVER INPUT. ALL INDICATOR LIGHTS ON DASH TURNED ON. DRIVER UNABLE TO SHIFT FROM NEUTRAL BACK TO DRIVE TO REGAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. DRIVER COULD ONLY SHIFT TO PARK.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2018-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass panel shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11457706","quote_1_text":"While driving our 2018 Mercedes GLS 450 down Highway 80 just outside Sacramento, CA, the stationary glass panel of our panoramic sunroof spontaneously explpoded. There was no impact by any outside force, it just shattered with the sound similar to a gunshot…","quote_2_odi":"11154785","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN A RURAL AREA WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE AN EXPLOSION. MY FIRST INSTINCT WAS THAT I HAD BLOWN A TIRE BECAUSE IT WAS SO LOUD. HOWEVER, THE CAR WAS HANDLING FINE AND NO WARNING MESSAGES CAME ON. MY HUSBAND AND I BOTH SAID \"WHAT WAS THAT?\"…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-class-2018-suspension-malfunction","label":"Suspension system malfunction","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748540","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLS 550. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound when making a right turn, and an abnormal ticking sound at startup. There was no warning light illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"11656041","quote_2_text":"When attempting to rise/lower the automatic suspension, the compressor cooling notification pops up, followed by a malfunction. After this occurs, the vehicle is incredibly bumpy, to the point of it being unsafe to drive.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2019-active-curve-suspension-oil-leak","label":"Active Curve suspension oil leak fire risk","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11618802","quote_1_text":"I have been showing an error \"Active Curve System Malfunction\" intermittently since I bought this vehicle from Mercedes dealership, and I've started seeing oil leak from reservoir. I've seen this is a recall from 2013 to 2017 model, but I'm unable to see this as a recall on 2019…","quote_2_odi":"11668580","quote_2_text":"This recall is also affecting my vehicle. I had a diagnostic done at the Mercedes dealer, and it revealed the same issue as in the previous year, 2017. NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V272000 Manufacturer: Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC. Components: SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2019-glass-shatters-without-warning","label":"Glass panel shatters without warning","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11322877","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND MY WINDSHIELD EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11699347","quote_2_text":"The panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the road. The glass blew out from the inside out. There didn't appear to be any issues with the sunroof before this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2019-oil-pump-solenoid-failure","label":"Oil pump solenoid valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11628945","quote_1_text":"While driving my car the check engine light comes on. The code is P06DA (OIL PUMP SOLENOID OPEN CIRCUIT - ELECTRICAL ISSUE). Dealer states repair is $5000!!! Car is not able to pass inspection due to the check engine light","quote_2_odi":"11616591","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS450. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, and the vehicle was jerking and hesitating while attempting to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-48v-battery-power-loss","label":"48V hybrid battery fault causes sudden power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11427911","quote_1_text":"We were driving the vehicle at about 30 MPH on a road when suddenly the engine completely shut off. There was no more power steering and no warning that it turned off. We got the car slowed down and once we came to a stop the car put itself in Park. After that we could restart","quote_2_odi":"11421337","quote_2_text":"The vehicle issued a “48v battery malfunction” and the car warned me not to drive the vehicle under any circumstance. This was while driving at 55 mph on a country road. The dealer I bought the car from had 3 other cars brought in for the same issue. The dealer my car was towed","quote_3_odi":"11464919","quote_3_text":"While driving, vehicle has abruptly stopped/engine turned off causing car to not accelerate and come to a stop. One instance was on a busy freeway, causing our family to pull off the interstate with nearly no curb, risking rear-end collision due to the abrupt stalling of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-camera-view-restricted","label":"Backup camera view restricted or unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11600969","quote_1_text":"I have received multiple notifications over several months that read \"Camera view restricted\". This impacts the collision avoidance and adaptive highbeam assist functions. Dealer has offered no service recommendations","quote_2_odi":"11615337","quote_2_text":"intermittent rear view camera inoperable when you shift from park to reverse. Doesnt come on even if you turn off and tune on the engine","quote_3_odi":"11723015","quote_3_text":"The vehicle (2020 GLS 450) suffers from terminal infrastructure \"Electronic Rot,\" resulting in a consistent Breach of FMVSS 111 (Rearview Visibility) and dangerous Automatic Emergency Braking hallucinations. On 03/08/2026, a routine car wash triggered multiple system failures","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-dashboard-screen-blank","label":"Dashboard display screen goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11435522","quote_1_text":"Upon starting the car, the screen of the 2020 Mercedes Benz GLS 450 remained blank. This includes the portion of the dashboard that reads speedometer, gas, temperature, RPM. The engine was running and truck could still be driven. The vehicle is available for inspection upon","quote_2_odi":"11586461","quote_2_text":"The dashboard screen stops working randomly. This is not related to extreme outdoor temp conditions. Mercedes dealer could not reproduce the problem and therefore could not offer any solution. Problem has happened 5-6 times over the past 7 months. Please watch video below: [XXX]","quote_3_odi":"11455658","quote_3_text":"MBUX Failure Customer sold MB GLS450 with all season MB Floor matts, Water on shoes drains on floor matts, car is driven and when braking water floods the underneath the front passenger seat and enters the MBUX and shuts down all electronics. This was identified as an issue with","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-engine-harness-insulation-fire","label":"Engine wiring harness insulation degrades, shorts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11736819","quote_1_text":"The engine wiring harness insulation near the ignition coil connectors prematurely deteriorated due to prolonged exposure to engine heat in the turbocharger/exhaust area. Multiple wiring connectors exhibited brittle, cracked insulation with exposed conductors. The degraded","quote_2_odi":"11719907","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is experiencing deterioration of the main engine wiring harness insulation, resulting in exposed wires contacting each other. This condition has caused intermittent check engine lights and electrical fault codes. The dealership has confirmed that the wiring","quote_3_odi":"11652008","quote_3_text":"I am writing to escalate an unresolved service issue with my 2020 Mercedes Benz GLS 450, VIN [XXX] . During a maintenance service on March 6, my trusted independent services shop for 25 years, Carrera Motors in San Mateo CA, identified that the electrical harness of my GLS 450","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-phantom-braking-acc","label":"Adaptive cruise or collision system brakes with no hazard","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11726166","quote_1_text":"On a sunny afternoon without zero clouds in the sky, 75 degrees I was driving at 35 mph on a two-lane road with no cars in front of me, behind me, or coming in the other direction, the brakes were urgently and automatically applied and the seat belts dramatically tightened. The","quote_2_odi":"11609189","quote_2_text":"We intermittently experience phantom braking, including on the highway with no objects or vehicles ahead of us (for example, not on a curve, no vehicle visible within half a kilometer). Vehicle abruptly slows. This includes when in a lane (no lane change). It also can occur","quote_3_odi":"11614077","quote_3_text":"The adaptive cruise control feature of this vehicle on various highways [XXX] , [XXX] and the [XXX] ) and in various locations while traveling at highway speeds has mis-read speed limit signs and aggressively decelerated(I assume by using its regenerative braking) to as low as","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-rear-suspension-premature-failure","label":"Rear shock absorber fails prematurely","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11652075","quote_1_text":"The suspension has failed despite changing engine mounts. It is available for inspection if needed. I also believe there is Premature wear of the front struts and rear shock absorbers. This can affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. There were no","quote_2_odi":"11637274","quote_2_text":"The shock absorbers have prematurely failed as other recalled 2020 GLS vehicles, but our VIN is not showing under the recall campaign 20V329000. Can our vehicle be included on this recall?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2020-window-trim-detaches","label":"Window trim detaches from vehicle while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11738164","quote_1_text":"Window trim on the passenger rear window fell off while driving- it put others at risk by flying off the vehicle on the interstate- Mercedes Benz of Omaha quoted replacement of the window trim parts- no warning messages on dash","quote_2_odi":"11738177","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mercedes Benz GLS. The contact stated that while driving on the highway, the rear door window trim bars on the passenger side detached from the window. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they diagnosed as a rear door window trim detachment however","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-48v-battery-failure","label":"48V mild-hybrid battery system failure while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11624928","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has just over 31k miles. ON multiple occasions, the vehicle randomly shuts off and displays a 48 volt battery error on the screen followed by a check engine light. This has happened in the middle of a busy intersection and at 75mph on the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11634240","quote_2_text":"I was driving on [XXX] , the battery malfunction warning suddenly pop up, and I couldn't accelerate my car beyond 30 MPH, my whole family were on the car during that time. it's life threatening issue needs to be addressed","quote_3_odi":"11561635","quote_3_text":"In July 2021, the vehicle became completely disabled due to failure of the 48 volt battery. In October 2021, the dealer replaced 48 volt battery failed again causing the vehicle to become completely disabled. In December 2023, our 3rd replacement 48 volt battery failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-48v-seat-fire","label":"48V electrical system fire under passenger seat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11661377","quote_1_text":"I smelled smoke inside my car and saw fire flames coming from under my passenger seat.  My initial reaction was to try to put the fire out with my hat without burning myself.  Also, I had to try to navigate across multiple lanes of traffic without hitting anyone","quote_2_odi":"11610699","quote_2_text":"Unknown, smoke started coming from under the passenger side seat, car is a complete loss.  2. Smoke damaged my lungs, there was a large amount of exploding glass, and it could have led to a structure…","quote_3_odi":"11753406","quote_3_text":"Subsequent forensic diagnostics performed at an authorized secondary dealership (Mercedes-Benz of North Scottsdale) captured digital video evidence of active, high-voltage 48V electrical arcing across a completely loose, un-torqued main grounding network connection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-adas-false-activation","label":"ADAS false alerts and unintended intervention","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11455544","quote_1_text":"while driving at various speeds, the Lane Departure safety feature independently activated as he attempted to avoid either a person or an object in the lane of traffic. As the contact attempted to steer around the pedestrian or object in the lane of traffic, the safety feature","quote_2_odi":"11426426","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 75 mph with the cruise control engaged, the vehicle decelerated to 45 mph than to 15 mph. On another occasion, while driving 80 mph, the vehicle independently decelerated to 45 mph. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11426863","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the collision warning sensor was activated with an audio alarm and warning on the display screen. The contact stated that there were no objects in the roadway or close to the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-mercedes-me-account-retention","label":"Mercedes Me account linked to prior owner after resale","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11613729","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was purchased pre-owned.  Mercedes Me is still associated with previous owner.  Mercedes unable to remove association at dealership or on the phone.  I can provide bill of sale and identification.  Previous owner can remote start, track and control the vehicle I own.…","quote_2_odi":"11613731","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was purchased pre-owned.  Mercedes Me is still associated with previous owner.  Mercedes unable to remove association at dealership or on the phone.  I can provide bill of sale and identification.  Previous owner can remote start, track and control the vehicle I own.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-rear-wheel-cracking","label":"Rear wheel cracking and tire pressure loss","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701188","quote_1_text":"Both rear wheels on this vehicle have developed cracks which leads to tire pressure loss.  Apparently, this is a common issue with Mercedes' heavier vehicles like the GLS and S series sedans.   To be clear, I did not hit anything.  I did not do any unusual driving","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-sunroof-explosion","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass breakage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11616529","quote_1_text":"I was driving only 30mph through my suburban neighborhood bringing my kids to school in the morning when a loud shotgun sound hit my car causing me to be distracted and distraught. My entire sunroof had exploded on me for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11462258","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the interstate and heard a loud ‘pop’.  Very confused, my daughter and I saw a couple pieces of glass fall from the sunroof. Looked up to see the sky and hear the wind.  Luckily, I had the shade closed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"GLS-Class","model_slug":"gls-class","cluster_id":"gls-2021-windshield-wiper-chatter","label":"Windshield wiper chattering and skipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11491095","quote_1_text":"Continuous malfunctioning front windshield wipers. In light to medium rain/wet condition the wipers chatter/jump on the windshield, leaving residue on windshield and causing substantial distraction to driving and even discourages use of wipers (leaving visibility poor)","quote_2_odi":"11544975","quote_2_text":"Wipers - I have had repeated issues with the windshield wipers on this vehicle. I have taken it to the dealership 3 times and I have not gotten a satisfactory solution to the issue. The wipers skip across the windshield making intermittent wipers distracting","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/gls-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-fuel-line-leak-odor","label":"Fuel line leak with cabin fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11054491","quote_1_text":"MAJOR FUEL LEAK FROM FUEL HOSE FEEDING THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. WE HAD IT TOWED TO A MERCEDES DEALERSHIP TO HAVE IT REPAIRED. THEY REPORTED THAT THE C-CLASS MODEL SEDANS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE. THE MB METRIS HAS A C-CLASS ENGINE AND THE SAME COMPONENTS","quote_2_odi":"11142444","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. MERCEDES REPLACED THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP UNDER WARRANTY, BUT IT'S LEAKING SOMEWHERE ELSE AND IT'S NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY. IT'S AN EMISSIONS ISSUE(RAW FUEL LEAK) AND A FIRE HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"11160526","quote_3_text":"STRONG GAS SMELL INSIDE VEHICLE AND GAS LEAKS OUT ON GROUND. RISK OF FIRE IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MOST WHEN WARMING IT UP OR AFTER PARKING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-mirror-blind-spot","label":"Passenger-side mirror blind spot","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10855511","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE OUT OF THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VISIBILITY ON THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR WAS INADEQUATE","quote_2_odi":"10904739","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE MIRROR IS FLAT ONLY GIVING A 5.6DEG VIEWING ANGLE. IT IS IMPOSABLE TO SEE. ONLY HAD THE VEHICLE FOR THREE WEEK, HAVE ALMOST CAUSED SERVAL ISUESS MB NOT WILLING TO HELP","quote_3_odi":"10938679","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE HAS A TERRIBLE BLIND SPOT.NO MATTER HOW DILIGENTLY YOU LOOK IN THE PASSENGER MIRROR AND OVER YOUR RIGHT SHOULDER THERE IS AN AREA THAT IS BLIND TO THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-pcv-valve-check-engine","label":"Crankcase ventilation valve failure (P052E)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11659960","quote_1_text":"2016 Metris Engine M274 Check engine light, P052E71 Crankcase ventilation valve- Oil leakage- safety is compromised as this damage causes engine failure","quote_2_odi":"11609425","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11591541","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, CODE P052E(71) Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Regulator Valve Performance Malfunction","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11635871","quote_1_text":"I was driving down a smooth straight highway at 60 mph when the power steering completely failed. After that the van was nearly impossible to turn even a slight amount","quote_2_odi":"11208405","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHEN DRIVING OVER CATTLE GRATES ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. FIRST TIME LOSS OF POWER STEERING AT 55MPH ON A TWO LANE HIGHWAY AND SECOND TIME LOSS OF POWER STEERING AT 30MPH WHEN ENTERING A FREEWAY ON-RAMP","quote_3_odi":"11516313","quote_3_text":"I lost all ability to steer the van. When the steering wheel was turned, a noise was made, but the vehicle did not respond. The vehicle had to be towed to a repair shop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-timing-chain-failure","label":"Engine timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11245397","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MERCEDES-BENZ METRIS. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE DROVE ROUGHLY, AND THE VEHICLE WAS DIFFICULT TO START","quote_2_odi":"11245402","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO GRAND BLANC MERCEDES-BENZ (9099 HOLLY ROAD, GRAND BLANC, MI) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE TIMING CHAIN WAS DAMAGED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE RECURRED 98,000 MILES LATER","quote_3_odi":"11245403","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO ORRIN B HAYES MERCEDES-BENZ MAZDA (543 WEST MICHIGAN AVE, KALAMAZOO, MI) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE TIMING CHAIN WAS DAMAGED AND RECOMMENDED THAT THE ENGINE BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2016-tire-wear-recall","label":"Premature tire wear and recall parts delay","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":126,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11549307","quote_1_text":"We had replaced tires on this van more than 7 times since we bought it, tomorrow it’s going again for new tires, we also lost Rim due to damage when rear passenger tire exploded on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11491605","quote_2_text":"There is an open recall for 3 months whereby there is a possibility that wheels are inappropriately specified and not able to carry body weight. My van is constantly have trouble with tires/wheels breaking, ripping within no time","quote_3_odi":"11171388","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WEARS THE OUTER EDGES OF THE FRONT TIRES PREMATURELY POTENTIALLY CAUSING DANGEROUS HANDLING. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN REPORTED BY MANY 2016 METRIS OWNERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2017-backup-camera-blank","label":"Rear backup camera showing blank or frozen image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11437488","quote_1_text":"Rear back up camera image is frozen, showing a rear view snapshot, but not a live image","quote_2_odi":"11481633","quote_2_text":"I have been trying for 5 months to get this fixed from the dealer and or manufacturer.They still state they dont have the parts or something . Its been to long and this is a serious safety hazrd to not be able to use the back up camera correctly . We are not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2017-crankcase-ventilation-failure","label":"Crankcase ventilation component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11679070","quote_1_text":"I have had 2 major and costly repairs/issues with the engine and its oil system. These are detailed below. I have also received multiple collision or seatbelt dash alerts when no one is near my vehicle whatsoever. Unexpected repairs back-to-back due to","quote_2_odi":"11515978","quote_2_text":"Vehicle experienced Crankcase ventilation component failure at low miles of 31,750. Code thrown is P052E resulting in needing replacement of a large assembly of emissions/oil vapor control tubing and valves costing over $1000 plus over 12 hours of labor. Well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2017-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11624308","quote_1_text":"This Mercedes Metris is my wife's primary vehicle. She had the electric power steering stop working twice in six weeks. Each time the vehicle became barely controllable. Both times it happened on curvy mountain roads and she was barely able to keep control of","quote_2_odi":"11431169","quote_2_text":"I was driving in a very remote location in central Utah on a paved Utah state highway and I crossed a cattle guard at about 45 mph. Immediately after crossing the cattle guard, the power steering malfunctioned, an alarm sounded and this message in bright","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2017-tire-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Tire recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11555264","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of","quote_2_odi":"11504008","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2017-tire-tread-wear-alignment","label":"Uneven tire tread wear from factory alignment","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11362270","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES BENZ METRIS EQUIPPED WITH HANKOOK TIRES, TIRELINE VENTUS S1 NOBLE 2, TIRE SIZE 225/55/R17, DOT # 5MKC1AH0316.. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TIRES WERE JUST ROTATED AND WAS DRIVING AT 75 MPH AND THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE","quote_2_odi":"11111747","quote_2_text":"THE TIRES HAVE WORN OUT TO THE METAL AFTER 5000 MILES AS THE ALIGNMENT WAS PER THE SERVICE TECH - SENT OUT INCORRECTLY AT THE FACTORY- THE VEHICLE WAS KEPT FOR OVER 30 DAYS.. JUDGING FROM USER FORUMS THIS SEEMS TO BE HAPPENING ON A FREQUENT BASIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2018-back-over-prevention-recall-delay","label":"Back over prevention recall 22V099000 remedy delay","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11459065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V099000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…","quote_2_odi":"11494432","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz Metris. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V482000 (Tires) and 22V099000 (Back Over Prevention) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2018-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and steering instability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11459937","quote_1_text":"Hi, I was driving at highway speeds, about 80mph through West Texas where the speed limit is 80MPH. I was pulling a trailer, there was a 40'ish MPH side-wind blowing pushing the vehicle to the center divider…","quote_2_odi":"11590025","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is unsteady wably fear of freeway driving vehicle does not appear to steer exactly where it is intended. Wheels feel much too small for vehicle. Took car in on 2023 was told recall is not activated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2018-tire-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Tire recall 22V482000 remedy delay","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11700884","quote_1_text":"See attached document for complaint. I wanted to express my displeasure with the manner in which the above reference recall was conducted. The timeline left many owners with expensive replacement bills for new tires to replace inadequate tires that were installed as OEM…","quote_2_odi":"11608326","quote_2_text":"The tire recall 22V482 has been pending since September 2022, and there is no remedy available to date. The manufacturer has not resolved this in a timely manner - it has been 23 months!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"Metris","model_slug":"metris","cluster_id":"metris-2018-wheel-speed-sensor-failure","label":"Wheel speed sensor failure disabling safety systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11486887","quote_1_text":"Wheel speed sensors appear to fail on a routine basis (every 0-10 months), similar to the subject of recall 21V-042 on Sprinter vans. Sensor failure disables most safety features of vehicles including ABS, blind spot warning, assisted steering, and other safety features…","quote_2_odi":"11373524","quote_2_text":"THE STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT, ABS BRAKES, COLLISION ASSIST CAME ON THEN AS I PULLED ONTO THE INTERSTATE THE CAR STARTED BUCKING LOST ACCELERATION AND I HAD AN 18 WHEELER RUNNING UP MY REAR TRYING TO BRAKE. THE VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/metris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-diesel-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Diesel fuel odor and leaks entering the passenger cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11185111","quote_1_text":"TOOK OUR 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350 BLUETEC TO THE DEALERSHIP NUMEROUS TIMES DUE TO AN OVERPOWERING FUEL SMELL AND BURNED PLASTIC IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11090864","quote_2_text":"AFTER BEING INTO AUTHORIZED MERCEDES BENZ DEALERSHIP ONLY FOR AN STRONG DIESEL FUEL SMELL AND OIL LEAK 3 TIMES IN LESS THAN 4 MONTHS ON OUR ML350 BLUETEC ENGINE FUEL SMELL IS STRONG ENOUGH THAT WE HAVE A SEVER HEADACHE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-engine-stall-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power from fuel pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11634404","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled without warning, and I was advised by a mechanic that the fuel pump control unit was reporting a fault through the onboard diagnostics port and the check engine light on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"10479969","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE LOSES POWER AFTER A FEW HOURS OF DRIVING. THIS PROBLEM DOES NOT SHOW ANY ERROR MESSAGE ON THE DASHBOARD, AND THE DEALER CANNOT FIX THIS PROBLEM AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS","quote_3_odi":"10510348","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLED AFTER THE FIRST WEEK OF PICKING UP A BRAND NEW VEHICLE AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. DEALER REPLACED HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO STALL ON MANY DIFFERENT SUBSEQUENT OCCASIONS RANDOMLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-oil-leak-wiring-harness","label":"Oil leaks into engine wiring harness and camshaft failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11637887","quote_1_text":"My vehicle cut off on me 3 times twice while stationary and once at an intersection. Found oil in engine control module due to failed cam position sensors","quote_2_odi":"11628291","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving uphill at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_3_odi":"10811684","quote_3_text":"OIL WAS LEAKING FROM THE ENGINE WHICH WAS THE RESULT OF A FAULTY PART THAT MERCEDES HAS SUBSEQUENTLY REPLACED WITH A NEW RE-ENGINEERED PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering malfunction and steering lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10902940","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10542743","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING AT 55MPH THE STEERING SUDDENLY FELT VERY STIFF AND HARD TO MOVE. HAD TO APPLY BRAKES WHEN IT SEEMED I COULDN'T NEGOTIATE A CURVE IN THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10523508","quote_3_text":"AFTER 7 MILES OF DRIVING ON THE ROAD SUDDENLY SHOWING ERROR MESSAGE \" POWER STEERING MALFUNCTION REFER TO OPERATOR'S MANUAL\" AT THAT TIME STEERING WAS SUPER SUPER SUPER HARD TO TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor failure preventing buckling","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11629538","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat belt is locked and the retractor is not working without any reason","quote_2_odi":"11132292","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELTS WILL NOT EXTEND. WHEN TRYING TO BUCKLE SEAT BELT, THE BELT RETRACTOR LOCKS AS YOU TRY TO EXTEND, PREVENTING YOU FROM BUCKLING YOUR SEAT-BELT","quote_3_odi":"10598246","quote_3_text":"SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE WILL NOT PULL OUT TO LATCH, I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER FIVE TIMES OVER THE COARSE OF 2.5 YEARS AND THEY SAY \"THIS IS NORMAL FOR THIS VEHICLE\", MY WIFE HAD TO DRIVE THE CAR WITH NO SEAT BELT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-spare-wheel-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in spare tire wheel well disabling fuel pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11555567","quote_1_text":"While driving, vehicle stalled. Mechanic found water in spare wheel Well. And fuel module and fuel pump shorted out","quote_2_odi":"11521457","quote_2_text":"Due to water in the spare wheel well, (Recall ID:22V955) our fuel module and fuel pump went out. While driving in traffic on I-5 our car stalled then stopped which put us at risk of a crash","quote_3_odi":"11567440","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost forward propulsion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2012-turn-signal-blind-spot-failure","label":"Turn signal and blind spot assist failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11602716","quote_1_text":"Steering column module is intermittently not working as intended, therefore the blinkers will sometimes not work causing it to be a safety concern if I can not signal where I am going","quote_2_odi":"11478166","quote_2_text":"After traveling in the car for 5-15 minutes, and sooner if connected to cell phone via bluetooth, the indicators stop working. This leads to deactivation of the blind spot assist as well","quote_3_odi":"11402827","quote_3_text":"THE TURN SIGNALS STOP WORKING AFTER DRIVING THE CAR FOR A FEW MINUTES. TO GET THEM TO WORK AGAIN REQUIRES STOPPING THE CAR, SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE AND RESTARTING IT WHICH IN TURN RESETS THE COMPUTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-blind-spot-turn-signal-failure","label":"Blind spot monitor and turn signal electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11547283","quote_1_text":"I was driving from Florida to my home in Washington, DC on September 4th, 2023 on I-95. Somewhere in South Carolina, a message appeared on my display that said the blind spot assistant was disabled. Soon thereafter, my turn signals quit functioning","quote_2_odi":"11508024","quote_2_text":"Blind spot inoperative message appeared while driving. Upon doing diagnosis with OBDII tester a fault was found with the left rear radar unit","quote_3_odi":"11541795","quote_3_text":"Turn signals stop working after driving a mile or so. If possible, I turn the car off and on. Turn signals work but fail again within a few miles. Hazard light work even when the turn signals fail. I’ve read this is a common issue searching the internet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-brake-booster-corrosion","label":"Brake booster corrosion reducing braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11685348","quote_1_text":"Brake Booster failure, this vehicle is exhibiting the EXACT same symptoms as described in Recall Campaign: Campaign No","quote_2_odi":"11619805","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH as the contact depressed the brake pedal, he felt that the brake pedal was soft and he had to depress the pedal with more force to stop. No warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11506040","quote_3_text":"The brake booster failed while driving and I almost got in an accident. The brakes did not fully work and started pulsating almost like if the antilock system engaged. The brake booster was leaking air around the piston that attaches to the brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11686235","quote_1_text":"The engine locked up after blowing the top part of the engine off, fire shot out of the engine and quickly went out like a flam thrower. I was driving on the expressway when the accelerator would not work without any warning I didn’t have any issues with this truck","quote_2_odi":"11546949","quote_2_text":"I STOPPED TO GET GAS AT A CLUB STORE & LEFT ON A FULL TANK","quote_3_odi":"11120425","quote_3_text":"AFTER PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND DRIVE LESS THAN 1000 FT THE CAR FILLED WITH SMOKE TURNED IN FLAMES AND FIRE AND THEN BURNT TO THE GROUND. MBZ DID AN INSPECTION AND INFORMED ME THERE WAS NO FAULT WITH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-fuel-pump-water-intrusion","label":"Fuel pump and fuel system failure linked to water intrusion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11711198","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 - 45 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle lane. The driver was able to push the vehicle safely to the roadside. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11699776","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car on [XXX] and it was raining a lot . After around 30 miles I got to my destination parking area and my car died 20 feet away from the parking zone .I tried to reignite it but it wouldn’t start","quote_3_odi":"11632362","quote_3_text":"On [XXX], while driving on the highway about 30 miles from Columbus, Ohio my 2013 Mercedez Benz ML350 suddenly stalled and lost power. There was no prior warning. Luckily, we were in the outer lane with no car close behind us so my husband slowly guided the car to the side road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-oil-leak-onto-wiring","label":"Engine oil leaks onto alternator and wiring harness","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11616163","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while adding washer fluid to the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was oil leaking from the upper timing chain covers down onto the alternator","quote_2_odi":"11463905","quote_2_text":"2013 Mercedes Benz ML350 (W166) engine (m276) began misfiring. Palm Springs Mercedes Benz diagnosed faulty camshaft positioning sensor leaking engine oil into engine electrical harness which wicked through harness to ECU","quote_3_odi":"10991521","quote_3_text":"IN MAY 2017, WHILE DRIVING, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. ACCELERATION WAS EXTREMELY REDUCED IN A VERY DANGEROUS WAY. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-steering-system-failure","label":"Power steering and steering column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11580290","quote_1_text":"Power Steering Motor snapped from the casing while driving. Seems like a defective casting","quote_2_odi":"11195902","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY MERCEDES IN ATLANTA, GEORGIA AND HAD ONLY MINUTES GOTTEN OFF OF AN EXTREMELY BUSY 400. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES OF EXITING MY POWER STEERING COMPLETELY WENT OUT. I WAS 80 MILES FROM HOME AND HAD A CAR FULL OF YOUNG WOMEN","quote_3_odi":"11191431","quote_3_text":"STEERING COLUMN MODULE NEEDS TO BE REPAIRED. 400,000-500,000 RECALL ALREADY IN UK, 2017 RECALLED-IT AFFECTS 2013 MODELS ALSO JUST LIKE THE UK RECALL. CAR WILL NOT SHIFT INTO PARK OR REVERSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"mb-ml-class-2013-wiper-arm-failure-rain","label":"Windshield wiper arm detachment during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11105013","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN A HEAVY RAINSTORM AND THE PASSENGER SIDE MAIN WIPER ARM DETACHED FROM THE MECHANISM AND WENT UNDER THE DRIVER SIDE WIPER. IT IS NO LONGER CONTROLLED BY THE WIPER MOTOR","quote_2_odi":"10567307","quote_2_text":"ON 1/11/14 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 P.M. AMIDST A VERY HEAVY DOWNPOUR WITH THE WIPERS IN USE, I WAS TRAVELING EASTWARD ON I-95 AT ABOUT 60 MPH APPROACHING NEW HAVEN, WITH MY WIFE AND SON AS PASSENGERS, WHEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND IMMEDIATELY SAW THAT MY WIPERS HAD INTERLOCKED AND","quote_3_odi":"10560197","quote_3_text":"ON 1/11/14 AT APPROXIMATELY 5:45 P.M. AMIDST A VERY HEAVY DOWNPOUR WITH THE WIPERS IN USE, I WAS TRAVELING EASTWARD ON I-95 AT ABOUT 60 MPH APPROACHING NEW HAVEN, WITH MY WIFE AND SON AS PASSENGERS, WHEN I HEARD A NOISE AND IMMEDIATELY SAW THAT MY WIPERS HAD INTERLOCKED AND STOPP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11675973","quote_1_text":"Driver side airbag malfunction without notice .serious bodily injury incase of an accident","quote_2_odi":"11144916","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON, DEALER SAYS IT'S THE WIRING IN STEERING COLUMN OR THE CONTROL MODULE AND WANTS ABOUT $1100 TO FIX","quote_3_odi":"11092539","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT FOR THE PAST YEAR, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-blind-spot-sensor-failure","label":"Blind spot and lane departure sensor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11688328","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350 VIN: [XXX] I have experienced repeated failures of the Blind Spot Assist / driver-assist system since purchasing this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11675826","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the blind spot warning light illuminated. The contact was unable to identify if another vehicle was nearby","quote_3_odi":"11207568","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ ML350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE LANE ASSIST FEATURE FAILED. THE LANE ASSIST INOPERABLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE HAPPENED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-fuel-pump-water-intrusion-stall","label":"Fuel pump control unit water intrusion causing stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11729477","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH and accelerating above 40 MPH, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 40 MPH before it lost automotive power. The vehicle was driven back to the residence","quote_2_odi":"11598349","quote_2_text":"ML350 engine stalled while driving on an expressway and would not turn back on. ML350 needed to be towed where it was determined that water accumulated in the spare tire wheel well, leading to the fuel pump short circuiting. This is directly related to NHTSA campaign 22V955000","quote_3_odi":"11526021","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz ML350. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating and sometimes sputtered before accelerating. The contact stated that there was water inside the spare tire wheel well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-oil-leak-camshaft-adjuster","label":"Oil leak and camshaft adjuster failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11634676","quote_1_text":"Vehicle failed oil consumption test. Vehicle has been leaking and/or losing oil for months despite the issue being alleged fixed under NHTSA recall 18V272","quote_2_odi":"11488880","quote_2_text":"The seals on oil cooler fail which causes leaks Oil dropping on roadway or oil leaking in engine compartment can cause a fire","quote_3_odi":"11511621","quote_3_text":"I am writing in regards to my 2014 ML 350 Suv. The check engine light came on and upon taking it to the mercedes dealership, I was told the issue is that the camshaft adjusters have failed and need to be replaced. The cost quoted is over $11,000 to repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-sunroof-shattering-track-failure","label":"Sunroof shattering and track failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11738634","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ E350. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH on the freeway, there was a popping noise coming from the sunroof and discovered it was shattered","quote_2_odi":"11505542","quote_2_text":"Power Sun ROOF is coming off the tracks of the roof which it is attach to. I feel this is an extreme safety hazard because I believe it will eventually come off my vehicle and cause a serious accident flying into another vehicle or even a pedestrian","quote_3_odi":"11091112","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODING - WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT AROUND 70MPH WHEN I HEARD A LOUD BANG. I COULD TELL IT CAME FROM ABOVE AND COULD TELL THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-tailgate-opens-unexpectedly","label":"Tailgate opening unexpectedly while parked or driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11161202","quote_1_text":"TAILGATE OPENS WITHOUT BEING ACTIVATED. WHEN BACKING OF GARAGE TAILGATE CAME OPEN AND HIT GARAGEDOOR OPENING, CAUSING SHEETMETAL TO BEND. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11144513","quote_2_text":"REAR TAILGATE OPENED WITHOUT BEING OPERATED AS I WAS ENTERING GARAGE. REAR WINDOW HIT GARAGE TRIM AND BROKE. THIS HAD HAPPENED BEFORE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET","quote_3_odi":"11111375","quote_3_text":"NO LIGHT OR WARNING ALARM IF TAILGATE IS OPEN. YOU MAY DRIVE CAR WITH NO LIGHT ON DASHBOARD INDICATING THAT TAILGATE IS OPEN. MAY CRASH TAILGATE AND BREAK THE GLASS IF DRIVE INTO A GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2014-turn-signal-failure","label":"Turn signal indicator failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11761320","quote_1_text":"Turn signals stop functioning during drive cycles. This functionality is lost for the remainder of the current drive cycle and can be restored with a key cycle. It does not occur every drive cycles and is unpredictable","quote_2_odi":"11501553","quote_2_text":"The turn indicators stop working suddenly and randomly giving inaccurate/false indication to the driver of the vehicle that indicators are turned on and no indication of turn signal to the other drivers that can be hazardous especially at the 4 way stop signs where","quote_3_odi":"11483939","quote_3_text":"After driving the car, the right/left turn signal switch fails to work (no signal is given both in the panel of the car and the external turn signal lights do not flash). However, the emergency flashers still work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-engine-oil-camshaft","label":"Engine oil leaks and camshaft failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11676806","quote_1_text":"Cam Shaft replacement diagnosed after week and half visit to Mercedes Benz dealership for engine rattling at cold start up. We are left with a $10,000 repair after performing all scheduled maintenance at the Mercedes Benz dealership since owning in 2015","quote_2_odi":"11522582","quote_2_text":"The cam shaft adjuster failed, causing a loss of power in the engine. Vehicle could not maintain speed on hills or merge onto interstates in this condition","quote_3_odi":"11508373","quote_3_text":"The leak was due to a crack in the sealing cap. My car 2015 Mercedes ML350 4Matic is in the recall for 2018070015 but my VIN number was not included in the recall although I am having the exact issues the recall covers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump failures causing stalling or loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11739473","quote_1_text":"The failed/malfunctioning component appears to be the fuel pump controller / fuel pump control unit, and possibly the fuel pump system. The Mercedes-Benz dealer identified water/moisture-related damage and corrosion at the fuel pump controller area","quote_2_odi":"11589651","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while reversing, the vehicle stalled and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic who determined that the fuel pump was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11523279","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle started to lose motive power and was making an abnormal sputtering sound as if the vehicle was running out of gasoline. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-liftgate-warning-speed","label":"Liftgate warning light activates only above a set speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10840281","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS IN MOTION ON STREET AND SUDDENLY REAR PASSENGER DOOR SWUNG OPEN AND ITEMS ON BACK SEAT FELL OUT ONTO THE ROADWAY CAUSING VEHICLES TO SWERVE TO THE OTHER SIDE OF ROADWAY","quote_2_odi":"10817440","quote_2_text":"REAR TAILGATE WAS LEFT OPEN. STARTED CAR AND NO WARNING THAT TAILGATE WAS OPEN WAS GIVEN. STARTED TO MOVE CAR INTO GARAGE AND OPEN TAILGATE STRUCK GARAGE OPENING. DAMAGE IN EXCESS OF $1000. NO WARNING IS GIVEN UNTIL CAR EXCEEDS 6-7MPH!!!","quote_3_odi":"10811571","quote_3_text":"I WENT TO MOVE THE VEHICLE, NOT KNOWING THAT THE LIFT GATE WAS OPEN.THERE WAS NO WARNING OR ANY INDICATION THAT THE LIFT GATE WAS OPEN!! I HAVE OWNED 2 ACURA MDX'S AND BOTH GAVE LOUD WARNINGS WHEN THE CAR IS PUT INTO DRIVE AND THE LIFT GATE IS OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-steering-loss-of-control","label":"Steering control loss leading to crashes","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11340376","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT WAS TOWING AN UNKNOWN TRAVEL TRAILER WHEN THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO DRIFT TO THE RIGHT AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND DROVE INTO A DITCH","quote_2_odi":"11129683","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND ALL OF SUDDEN MY CAR STARTED STEERING HORIZONTALLY ON THE RIGHT. CAR WAS AUTO CONTROLLED AND OUT OF MY CONTROL. THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO RESPOND AND STEER. I GOT INTO A MAJOR LIFE THREATENING CAR CRASH","quote_3_odi":"10947483","quote_3_text":"IT BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER AND A SQUEALING SOUND WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE ENGINE, THIS COULD EASILY HAVE RESULTED IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND A CRASH WITHOUT ANY WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-sunroof-panoramic-shatter","label":"Sunroof and panoramic roof glass detachment or shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11719355","quote_1_text":"In early February, while driving on the highway, the entire sunroof panel catastrophically detached and flew off the vehicle. This created an immediate and severe road hazard for other drivers","quote_2_odi":"11082024","quote_2_text":"HI I CURRENTLY OWN 2015 ML 350 BLUETEC, WAS DRIVING THE ML AND ALL OF SUDDEN THE PANORAMIC ROOF SHATTERED WITH GLASS PIECES RAINING LUCKILY MY KIDS WEREN'T IN THE CAR AND I WAS BY MYSELF","quote_3_odi":"11075957","quote_3_text":"ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT HEARD A POP SOUND. LATER THAT NIGHT, THE CONTACT ENTERED THE VEHICLE AND THE MOON ROOF EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"ML-Class","model_slug":"ml-class","cluster_id":"ml-class-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during gear shifts causing crashes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10934032","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL AND THE REAR WINDOW BROKE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP TO 19 MPH IN REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11291755","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE THE VEHICLE ON 12/26/2019.THEVEHICLE SUDDENLY STARTED ACCLERATING AND I COULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND ENDED UP CRASHING INTO THE FRONT OF A COMMERCIAL ESTABLISHMENT","quote_3_odi":"10676584","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT WITHIN FIVE DAYS, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE, THE GEAR SLIPPED INTO DRIVE AND CRASHED INTO A FIRE HYDRANT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/ml-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2010-airmatic-suspension-collapse","label":"Air suspension strut failure or collapse","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11482020","quote_1_text":"Airmatic Suspension sprung a leak and could not be driven safely due to the vehicle getting severely low where the tire and rim tucked into the wheel well. When the airmatic suspension fails the vehicle can get so low that it can scrape the roadway, hit bumps and damage parts","quote_2_odi":"10899798","quote_2_text":"WIFE DRIVING 45 MPH ON 4 LANE HWWY RIGHT FRONT OF CAR FALLS DOWN ON TIRE PULLED OFF ROAD SOON AS POSSIBILE RIGHT FRONT AIR STRUT FAILED RUINED TIRE DAMAGED FENDER LUCKLY ONLY 45 MPH NOT 80 MPH ON I-75 INTERSTATE OR 130 MPH ON AUTOBON IN GERMANY OR SOMEBODY COULD HAVE BEEN DEAD","quote_3_odi":"10819818","quote_3_text":"MY S550 WHEN DRIVING WOULD SUDDENLY GIVE A MALFUNCTION SIGNAL. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER, SERVICE REPLACED THE 2 FRONT STRUTS. NOW THE CALL WILL GIVE A SIGNAL, RED LETTERS, \"DO NOT MOVE CAR\" AND THE ENTIRE STRUT SYSTEM WILL STOP WORKING AND THE CAR BODY IS VIRTUALLY SITTING ATOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2010-fuel-tank-leak-odor","label":"Fuel leak or odor from fuel delivery system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11761666","quote_1_text":"Fuel smell in vehicle. Upon investigation found fuel pump flange cracked and leaking fuel. Leaking fuel is a fire hazard. No warning lamps illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11496110","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that after refueling, there was abnormal fuel odor present inside and outside the vehicle. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The local dealer and manufacturer were notified of the failure, but no","quote_3_odi":"11133163","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES-BENZ S63. WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT NOTICED A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL IN AND AROUND THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTICED THAT FUEL WAS LEAKING FROM UNDERNEATH THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2010-hybrid-power-module-stall","label":"Hybrid power electronics module stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11352769","quote_1_text":"THE CAR FIRST STARTED TO STOP INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT ANY WARNING AT ALL AT THE TRAFFIC INTERSECTION, THEN I WAS ABLE TO START IT AGAIN AFTER SHUTTING EVERY THING DOWN. THEN A MONTH LATER, THE SAME THING HAPPENED AGAIN BUT THIS TIME I WAS NOT ABLE TO START THE CAR AGAIN. THIS","quote_2_odi":"10785492","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN TO CUT COMPLETELY OFF WHEN STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. IT BEGAN TO TAKE LONGER AND LONGER TO RESTART WHEN TURNED OFF AND ON. EVENTUALLY THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AT ALL. WHEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER, I WAS INFORMED THAT THE POWER CONTROL MODULE WAS BAD AND","quote_3_odi":"10749166","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING, TRYING TO GET OFF THE HIGHWAY, I TOOK EXIT WHICH IS A 270 DEGREE CIRCLE WITH SHARP TURNS, I AM NOT DRIVING FAST AT ALL BUT THE CAR JUST STALLED WHILE DRIVING, STEERING WHEEL LOCKED AND I ALMOST FALL DOWN THE HILL, I ALMOST DIED, THIS PRODUCT HAS SERIOUS QUALITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2010-steering-column-lockup","label":"Steering column fracture or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10640885","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THIS VEHICLE WHEN SUDDENLY THE STEERING LOCKED UP AND ALMOST CAUSED HER TO CRASH. WE THEN TOOK THE VEHICLE TO HOUSE OF IMPORTS MERCEDES IN BUENA PARK TO INSPECT THE VEHICLE. APPARENTLY THE STEERING COLUMN WAS BROKEN AND THEY COULD NOT EXPLAIN HOW IT HAPPEN. I","quote_2_odi":"10615593","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCEDES BENZ S550. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN AND NEARLY CAUSED A CRASH. THE CONTACT WAS ONLY ABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THERE WERE NO WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10554582","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED A CERTIFIED PREOWNED MERCEDES BENZ S5550 4 MATIC. COMPLETE STEERING FAILURE OCCURRED AN HOUR AFTER PURCHASE (AFTER 20 MILES OF DRIVING). THE CAR'S STEERING WHEEL WAS SPINNING FREELY, AND NO CONTROL OVER THE FRONT WHEELS WAS POSSIBLE WHILE IN MOTION. VEHICLE HAD TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Frontal air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11257493","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. WHILE THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT A RED LIGHT, ANOTHER VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND T-BONED HIS VEHICLE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE POLICE WAS PRESENT AND FILED REPORT NUMBER: 190911002273","quote_2_odi":"10575159","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW 2014 MERCEDES S550 AND THE DAY AFTER PURCHASE, THE AIRBAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON. I SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THIS CORRECTED, AND WAS TOLD IT WAS FIXED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-brake-pad-failure","label":"Brake pad corrosion and improper installation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11608023","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the brake pads were corroded. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10838568","quote_2_text":"REAR BRAKE PADS INCORRECTLY INSTALLED FROM THE FACTORY. BOTH INSIDE BRAKE PADS WERE INSTALLED ON THE REAR CALIPER FOUND THAT PADS ON THE RIGHT REAR WERE WORN DOWN TO 4-5MM ALSO FOUND THAT RIGHT REAR ROTOR HAS UNEVEN GROOVES FROM BRAKE PADS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-mirror-tilt-failure","label":"Passenger mirror fails to return from reverse tilt","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10732993","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED THAT THE TILT FUNCTION FEATURE ON THE RIGHT PASSENGER MIRROR FAILED. WHEN FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THE RIGHT PASSENGER MIRROR TILTED DOWNWARD AND TO THE RIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"10726601","quote_2_text":"THIS VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED NEW IN 2014. THE VEHICLE HAS A REVERSE TILT FUNCTION FEATURE ON THE RIGHT PASSENGER MIRROR. WHEN FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THE RIGHT PASSENGER MIRROR TILTS DOWNWARD AND TO THE RIGHT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS PLACED IN REVERSE SO THAT THE DRIVER CAN SEE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-seatbelt-retractor-failure","label":"Rear seat belt fails to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11695355","quote_1_text":"We almost got into crash the other day, our 8-year-old kid got our attention that rear seatbelt got very loose and did NOT retract back at all. he almost hit his head","quote_2_odi":"11551449","quote_2_text":"Rearvpassenger seat just stopped working. Won't retract","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-steering-malfunctions","label":"Steering system malfunctions","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11102977","quote_1_text":"ACCORDING TO THE RECALL NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 16V899000 AND THE VEHICLE INSPECTION REPORT FROM THE LOCAL MERCEDES DEALERSHIP SHOW AS AN IDENTICAL ISSUE. HOWEVER, MY VEHICLE IS NOT IDENTIFIED AS APART OF THE RECALL","quote_2_odi":"10838560","quote_2_text":"WHEN MAKING TURNS BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT, THERE IS A MOANING NOISE HEARD. CAUSE: LOWER ENGINE COMPARTMENT CENTER AND REAR, STEEERING COUPLING, RUBBER BELLOWS ON STEERING","quote_3_odi":"11440259","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? -Steering :Electrical Power Assist , Drive Shaft","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11348455","quote_1_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 0030 FRIDAY AUGUST 07, I WAS TRAVELLING 65 MPH NORTH BOUND ON THE CA215/60 FREEWAY, THERE WAS LITTLE TRAFFIC. I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT, THEN A CRINCLING GLASS SOUND AND FINALLY A WHOOSHING OF AIR","quote_2_odi":"11040466","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH MERGING ON THE INTERSTATE, THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL DEALER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2014-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel and tire structural failure at speed","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11163871","quote_1_text":"THIS PAST THURSDAY EVENING (DECEMBER 13, 2018) AROUND 10:00 PM, I WAS DRIVING (WITH MY WIFE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT) DOWN A CURVY STRETCH OF ROAD ON SUNSET BOULEVARD IN BEVERLY HILLS, WHEN I SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD THUMPING SOUND AND IMMEDIATELY FELT VIOLENT VIBRATIONS","quote_2_odi":"10748674","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD THREE RUN FLAT GOODYEAR TIRES BLOW OUTWARD SIDE WALLS RENDERING THE VEHICLE IN OPERABLE. ALL THREE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAYS WITHIN NORMAL SPEEDS OF 70 TO 75 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-air-bag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 to 2020-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11349200","quote_1_text":"ON JULY 15, 2020, I WAS INVOLVED IN A ONE CAR ACCIDENT. THE CAR LEFT THE ROADWAY ON A CURVE WHEN I LOST CONSCIOUSNESS DUE TO A MEDICAL ISSUE, AND SLID DOWN AN EMBANKMENT INTO A TREE. THE TREE PREVENTED A TOTAL ROLLOVER AND THE CAR WAS AT A 45 DEGREE ANGLE. I WAS THROWN AGAINST","quote_2_odi":"11298177","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING MY 2015 MERCEDES BENZ S-550 ON THE 14TH OF AUGUST, 2019. SHE HAD STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT AND WHEN IT TURNED GREEN CROSSED A 6 LANE INTERSECTION. SHE WAS MOVING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION WHEN SHE WAS HIT BY A VW PASSET WHO RAN THE RED LIGHT AT AN ESTIMATED 40 TO","quote_3_odi":"10693683","quote_3_text":"NEW VEHICLE (FROM MERCEDES OF ENCINO) WAS BEING DRIVEN IN A TEST DRIVE. EB ON BURBANK BL-SPEED LIMIT 50MPH--IN CENTER LANE OF 3 EB- MBZ SALESMAN REACHED ACROSS DRIVER AND SET CRUISE AT 40MPH AND ENCOURAGED DRIVER TO TEST THE COLLISION PREVENTION SYSTEM---TRAFFIC AHEAD WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-door-opens-while-locked","label":"Door opens while indicated locked","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-07 to 2024-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11588378","quote_1_text":"The driver side reader door can be opened when the door is locked. The door can be inspected on request. The risk is that the door can be opened when the door is indicated as locked. There are no lights to the contrary. The car is inspected by Mercedes dealer at McFarland in","quote_2_odi":"11140401","quote_2_text":"THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE INDICATE THAT IT IS LOCKED, AND DESPITE THIS, IT CAN BE OPENED FROM THE OUTSIDE WITHOUT A KEY OR REMOTE","quote_3_odi":"11006490","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES BENZ S550. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED ON THE HIGHWAY, ANOTHER DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND ALMOST CAUSED A SIDE IMPACT ACCIDENT. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO THE MEDIAN. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-panoramic-roof-glass-failure","label":"Panoramic roof glass cracking or shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 to 2025-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10715024","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND HEARD A LOUD SOUND. THE GLASS ON THE SUNROOF EXPLODED AND BROKE OFF IN CHUNKS HITTING DRIVER REPEATEDLY UNTIL APPROXIMATELY 80% OF THE GLASS COLLAPSED. GLASS SHARDS CUT DRIVER. MBWORLD SHOWS SIMILAR INCIDENTS TO OTHER MERCEDES-BENZ VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"11550522","quote_2_text":"I am writing to report an incident that occurred on Oct 17 2023 involving my 2015 Mercedes Benz S550, where the front portion of the two-part sunroof spontaneously exploded while I was driving down the highway. On the aforementioned date, at approximately 5 pm, I was traveling","quote_3_odi":"11449435","quote_3_text":"The panoramic sunroof on my 2015 Mercedes’ Benz S550 e has malfunctioned in the closed position. The sunroof could detach and fly off the car during operation. The dealer has inspected and identified the problem. There was no warning sign before the sunroof failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-06 to 2026-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11714612","quote_1_text":"I loss my electric steering assist!!! Takes 2 gorillas to turn the wheel i was able to stop without crashing into anything","quote_2_odi":"11460454","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while parking the vehicle he noticed that the \"power steering malfunction\" light was illuminated and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that he waited and then restarted the vehicle and","quote_3_odi":"11327375","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING COLUMN WENT BAD. IT STARTED MAKING NOISE, BUT NOT WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON. IF I HAD CONTINUED TO DRIVE IT, IT PROBABLY WOULD HAVE CRASHED. THE CAR ONLY HAD APPROXIMATELY 22,000 MILES ON IT. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-rear-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Rear seat belt fails to retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 to 2025-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11646218","quote_1_text":"The rear seatbelts do not retract to restrain the passenger. They also don't retract after the passenger has exited the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11591722","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that the rear driver's side seat belt was inoperable. The contact stated that the seat belt failed to retract as designed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed seat belt retractor","quote_3_odi":"10898358","quote_3_text":"BOTH REAR SEAT BELTS DO NOT RETRACT. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME IN 10 MONTHS THAT THE SEAT BELTS WILL BE REPLACED BY MB IN THIS CAR. MB DEALERS STATES THAT IT IS A PROBLEM THAT IS KNOWN AND MB IS WORKING ON A FIX. IN THE MEANTIME THEY ARE REPLACING THE SEAT BELTS WITH A NEW PART,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-vehicle-fire","label":"Vehicle fire during operation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 to 2023-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11513428","quote_1_text":"I'm reporting a problem that can cause the vehicle to catch on fire. During cold temperatures the heated windshield will turn on and the car will catch on fire","quote_2_odi":"11492024","quote_2_text":"I drove my 2015 MERCEDES BENZ S550 4MATIC APPROXIMATELY 20 MILES TO WORK, PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AND ABOUT 30 MINUTES LATER, I WAS ALERTED BY PEMBROKE PINES POLICE (CASE# PPPD22OFF050792) THAT MY CAR WAS BURNING WHEN I GOT TO THE PARKING LOT PEMBROKE PINES FIRE DEPT WAS IN","quote_3_odi":"11320997","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, HE STARTED TO SMELL BURNING BRAKE PAD ODOR INSIDE OF THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THE PARK BRAKE MALFUNCTION WARNING MESSAGE WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PARK AT A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2015-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rim cracking","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-10 to 2019-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11220943","quote_1_text":"THE RIMS ON THE CAR CRACKING. I REPLACED THE RIMS IN THE TWO FRONT WHEELS AND NOW THE RIGHT REAR RIM IS CRACKED, I HAVE REPORTED THIS PREVIOUSLY TO YOUR COMMISSION INCLUDING SENDING PICTURES. THE DEALER DOES NOT WANT TO ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY. IN THE FUTURE PROBABLY THE 4TH WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10981187","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE CAR HAD BEEN OPERATED FOR ~20K MILES, IT WAS TIME TO TAKE IT IN FOR TIRE REPLACEMENT. THIS WAS EXPECTED SEEING AS THE STOCK TIRES ARE A SOFT COMPOUND TIRE. WHILE AT THE TIRE SHOP, IT WAS DETERMINED THE FRONT PASSENGER RIM, AND REAR DRIVER SIDE RIM, WE BOTH CRACKED. THE","quote_3_odi":"10920279","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO WOBBLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE RIMS WERE FRACTURED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2016-panoramic-sunroof-crack","label":"Panoramic sunroof cracking or shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11221366","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO PHOENIX AZ TO DROP OFF MY MOM AND GRANDMA WHEN SUDDENLY THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT. THERE WASN'T ANY TYPE OF OBJECT NEAR ME TO CAUSE IT. IT WAS VERY RANDOM. THIS DISTURBED MY","quote_2_odi":"11349329","quote_2_text":"HEARD A LOUD BANG WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS UNTIL RETURNING HOME AND LOOKED UP AND SAW THE RIGID CRACK FROM FRONT TO THE BACK ON THE PANORAMIC GLASS. THERE ARE NO INDICATIONS OF DEBRIS HITTING THE GLASS AS THERE ARE NO CHIPS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2016-steering-lockout","label":"Power steering deactivating or seizing while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11693453","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the power steering failure warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized. The contact stated that he was lucky to have","quote_2_odi":"11459159","quote_2_text":"My steering deactivates and totally locks out while driving. I do get warning messages and it comes on when the steering deactivates and then goes out its like intermittent sometimes I wont have steering at all for a few minutes and sometimes it just goes in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2016-tire-blowout","label":"Run-flat tire sidewall blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11667245","quote_1_text":"Started car in parking lot and warming light read zero air in right front tire. No prior warning. Checking tire for any road hazard - nails or other potential punctures but none were present but the tire had a hole just below the wheel that had blown out. The","quote_2_odi":"11588467","quote_2_text":"Staggered tires on this car Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymetric 2 Run flats. Front size - 245/40 R 20/99y, Rear -275/35 R 20/102 These tires cannot take the load of the car . I purchased the vehicle & the same tire (front driver side) has blown & ripped open over a","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2016-wheel-rim-cracking","label":"Wheel rims cracking without impact","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11589913","quote_1_text":"I got this certified car from Mercedes Benz dealer. I have driven it sparingly for less than 10K miles without really any hitting any bumps or potholes . After a recent service [XXX] 2024 at a MB dealer, I was told that 2 wheels were cracked 1 front & 1 back","quote_2_odi":"11376131","quote_2_text":"I HAVE NOW EXPERIENCED CRACKS ON THREE SEPARATE TIRE RIMS. THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 41,000 MILES.THE TIRES ARE LOW PROFILE, RUN FLAT TIRES AND THE RIMS APPEAR TO BE ALUMINUM AND FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2016-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking with no point of impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11329575","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE'S FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED OVERNIGHT WHILE VEHICLE AS PARKED IN A LOCKED PRIVATE GARAGE. CRACK ORIGINATES AT TOP OF WINDSHIELD FRAME WHERE BODY TORQUES THE GLASS AND CONTINUES THROUGH ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEMS, ENDING UP IN","quote_2_odi":"11072297","quote_2_text":"I AM REPLACING THE WINDSHIELD FOR THE 3RD TIME, SMALL STONES CREATING HUGE CRACKS, SEEMS VERY UNUSUAL FOR IT TO HAPPEN SO OFTEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-dash-airbag-separation","label":"Dashboard leather separation near airbag panel","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11665021","quote_1_text":"The leather dashboard came off. We were offered to fix it for $6,000, even though the car had an extended warranty through the dealership. Mercedes corporate and the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11595072","quote_2_text":"The dashboard is separating where the airbag is on the passenger side and also the driver side which could deploy the airbag","quote_3_odi":"11483911","quote_3_text":"The leather is coming out of the dashboard as a result of that the air bag on the passenger front window is coming out. you can literally see the white part of the air bag. its a matter of time before the leather comes out all the way and the air bag will pop out. the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-engine-stall-electrical","label":"Engine stall and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11439676","quote_1_text":"I have observed on multiple occasions when the vehicle is brought to a complete stop during driving in traffic, the engine will stall / shut off. When this occurs the engine has to be re-started with the ignition switch to be able to drive the car again. Car does not show any","quote_2_odi":"11075262","quote_2_text":"STARTING OUT FROM AN INTERSECTION THE ENTIRE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM DIED, NO ENGINE, NO LIGHTS, NO ABILITY TO OPEN TRUNK, NOTHING. I AM REPORTING THIS BECAUSE I FEAR SUCH AN EVENT COULD BE LIFE-THREATENING, EG. IF IT HAPPENED WHILE TRAVELING AT A HIGH SPEED. I BELIEVE THE AIRBAGS MAY","quote_3_odi":"10993005","quote_3_text":"THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD AND THEN WOULD NOT ENGAGE GEAR. THE MONITOR DISPLAY SAID 'MALFUNCTION'. THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO MB DEALERSHIP. THE CAR WAS LEASED ON 5/28/2017 AND HAD LESS THAN 150 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-fuel-tank-failure","label":"Fuel tank and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11595157","quote_1_text":"I filled up my vehicle gas tank on [XXX] and immediately after pulling out of the gas station the engine symbol appeared on the instrument panel. On 5/23/24, I took my 2017 Mercedes Benz S550 4matic to Mercedes-Benz of Alexandria, Alexandria, VA for service. After three hours of","quote_2_odi":"11581358","quote_2_text":"I was sold a vehicle by a dealership with a busted gas tank. It appears to have been an attempt to repair it with patching material. I am unsure if the defect was a result of manufacturing versus acquired damage. My safety is at risk because of leaking gas that could potentially","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and rack damage","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11673103","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel will move in and out, but has stopped moving up and down. The steering wheel is stuck in the UP position. This has caused me to readjust all my seat settings and has made it more difficult to see the dash","quote_2_odi":"11517064","quote_2_text":"Had my S550 into this dealership two (2) consecutive years for a power steering rack issue that ended up being related to rodent damage. The first time it happened the dealership replaced the wiring free of charge after discovering it, after initially telling me that the rack","quote_3_odi":"10991841","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MERCEDES-BENZ S550. AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE, THE POWER STEERING FAILURE WARNING MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND THE POWER STEERING WAS INOPERABLE. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOKEY MERCEDES-BENZ IN CLEARWATER,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-sunroof-panel-detach","label":"Panoramic sunroof and roof panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11469322","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mercedes-Benz S550. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH and closing the sunroof, he heard a cracking sound and the sunroof failed to close properly. The contact stated he attempted to open and close the sunroof however, the sunroof only partially","quote_2_odi":"11469252","quote_2_text":"The vehicle panoramic sunroof came across a discrepancy that can damage the owner and other innocent vehicles on the road. Since it has been stuck on one side it can possibly break and fly off. The vehicle has been recalled, unfortunately my vehicles vin number was not chosen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"mb-s-class-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield glass cracking and distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11297444","quote_1_text":"IN 2018 I HAD A CRACKED WINDSHIELD, THEY TOLD ME A SMALL ROCK HIT MY WINDSHIELD, HAD IT REPAIRED AT THE M BENZ DEALERSHIP, THEN IN 2019, AUGUST I HAD THE SAME THING HAPPEN TO MY WINDSHIELD, THEY SAID THE SAME THING, HAD THEM REPAIR IT AGAIN, SEPTEMBER 2019 & OCTOBER 2019,HAD A","quote_2_odi":"11280092","quote_2_text":"2017 MERCEDES BENZ S550. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DAMAGED WINDSHIELD. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE WINDSHIELD CONTINUES TO CRACK. THE WINDSHIELD HAD TO BE REPAIRED 3 TIMES IN 3 MONTHS. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED AND DID NOT OFFER ANY ASSISTANCE STATING THE FAILURES WERE BAD","quote_3_odi":"11002511","quote_3_text":"REAR WINDSHIELD, DRIVER SIDE WINDOW, FRONT WINDSHIELD, REAR RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE WINDOW HAVE LARGE AREAS (OVER 1 SQUARE FOOT) OF GLASS DISTORTION MADE IN THE FABRICATION OF THE GLASS. STATIC NON MOVING CAR SITUATION: WHEN THE CAR IS NOT MOVING IT LOOKS LIKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-brake-failure-no-response","label":"Brakes failing to respond or decelerate","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11350886","quote_1_text":"BRAKES FAILED WITH NO PRIOR WARNING WHILE DRIVING AT RATED SPEED LIMIT OF 55 MPH AND TRYING TO SLOW DOWN THE CAR TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN. NO BRAKE RESPONSE AND BARELY MISSED WRAPPING THE CAR TO THE POWER LINE LOCATED ON ROUTE 62 AND BATEMAN ROAD IN BARRINGTON IL","quote_2_odi":"11509829","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S450. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to depress the brake; however, the vehicle failed to decelerate and slow as needed. The contact stated that the brakes failed to work","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-communication-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Communication system recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, COMMUNICATION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11426613","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mercedes-Benz S560. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V058000 (Communication, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer","quote_2_odi":"11420617","quote_2_text":"Recall # 21V058 The above Safety recall has not been cleared via dealer. (Two visits). I mentioned to dealer and they claim that it gets resolved \"over the air\". If so, then why hasn't it been resolved","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-engine-misfire-power-loss","label":"Engine misfire and power loss with shaking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11609520","quote_1_text":"The engine failed while my friend was driving. The car is available for inspection. My friend almost got into a car accident because the car started shaking and the steering wheel closed up before the engine completely failed. Additionally, the airbags did","quote_2_odi":"11435904","quote_2_text":"Walk Home Condition -I purchased a 2018 CPO Mercedes-Benz S560 on 8/20/21 from Knauz Continental Autos in Lake Bluff, IL. On 9/25/2, at approx noon, I was driving the vehicle and the engine light came on, the throttle/engine felt sluggish and not responsive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision system braking with no threat present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11217774","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 MERCEDES-BENZ S450. WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING ACTIVATED ON ITS OWN IN TRAFFIC. THE CONTACT HAD TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL TO DISENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL IN ORDER TO DRIVE SAFELY","quote_2_odi":"11053437","quote_2_text":"THE PRE-COLLISION SAFETY FEATURE GOES OFF WHEN THERE IS NO COLLISION IMMINENT. IT IS FRIGHTENING AND COULD ACTUALLY CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor present in or around the vehicle","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11490899","quote_1_text":"The Smell of fuel is present inside the vehicle around 50 percent of the time. When parked in the garage the vehicle emits an extremely strong fuel smell as if it has leaked fuel with no visible spills or leaks. While driving the smell of fuel is present","quote_2_odi":"11405395","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS LIFTED IN THE FRONT (TO CHANGE BOTH TIRES) THERE IS A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE CAR WHEN WALKING AROUND THE BACK. THE TANK WAS 50%FULL AND THIS OCCURS WHENEVER THE CAR IS LIFTED IN THE FRONT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2018-steering-malfunction-recall","label":"Steering malfunction warning and unresolved recall","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11524278","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel became extremely stiff to turn and a message that read “steering malfunction increase physical effort” appeared while driving at around 30 mph while in a vacation trip, not only was this extremely unsettling since it happened suddenly but I had","quote_2_odi":"11229256","quote_2_text":"2018 MERCEDES BENZ S CLASS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO NHTSA RECALL 18V-910. *LD *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-camera-adas-unavailable","label":"Forward camera and ADAS system unavailability","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11591956","quote_1_text":"Every Mercedes Benz manufactured in 2021 has a defective hood lens which prevents the adaptive driver assistance system from working properly. You can have it on and it will work intermittently which can easily cause a major crash. Mercedes Benz says the part is not available in…","quote_2_odi":"11636844","quote_2_text":"While on the freeway, going approximately 70 mph, the vehicles onboard cameras all failed and I got a warning that said “camera dirty/unavailable/traffic sign assist currently unavailable”. Because of this failure, I almost crashed the car in Front of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-electrical-battery-drain","label":"12V battery drain and electrical system warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11449211","quote_1_text":"Issue: STARTER BATTERY   Repetitive online and dashboard screen  message notices stating, \"BATTERY CHARGE  Status Critical,\" at all hours of day and night requesting immediate 30-60-min. of driving or car will not start. Have had to wake up from nightime sleep to drive car in…","quote_2_odi":"11449057","quote_2_text":"The 12-volt battery gives CRITICAL CHARGE notifications constantly.   Incident:  Dry pavement, 400-mile, January winter night, highway driving in Wisconsin Northwoods at posted 70 mph; some with cruise control, some without cruise control. Seat belt was in use. On four…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-fca-unintended-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance unintended brake activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11501439","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway at about 50 mph when the brakes suddenly slammed on and brought car to a sudden, near stop. The stop was so sudden our seatbelts engaged and we thought we were struck in the rear by another car.   Electrical module issues that cause battery to drain while…","quote_2_odi":"11540188","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle inadvertently activated the Forward Collision Avoidance feature and briefly applied the brakes hard enough for the ABS to be activated. The contact stated that there were no objects near or…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair delays due to unavailable parts","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11631798","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V704000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of…","quote_2_odi":"11443625","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Mercedes-Benz S580. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V843000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer had been notified about the recall; however, the contact was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-speed-control-unintended","label":"Cruise control unintended speed changes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11442018","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at 60 MPH, the contact pressed a button on the steering wheel to engage the cruise control function on the vehicle. The contact stated when driving past a mileage sign stating 40 MPH, the vehicle suddenly reduce in speed to 40 MPH, while the…","quote_2_odi":"11449057","quote_2_text":"On four occasions, car independently, without any warning, dropped from 70 mph to 35 mph, projecting me forward. No reduction in speed signage  No small town drive through. With car and semi-truck traffic behind me, luckily no rear end collisions, injury or death occurred","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2021,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s580-2021-wheel-rim-tire-failure","label":"21-inch wheel rim cracking and tire blowouts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11643990","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle used at a dealer in Virginia. I drove it home to Chelsea Alabama, outside Birmingham. After a couple of days, my front right tire went flat. I took it to the dealer and they said the flat tire was caused by a cracked rim and required both to be replaced.…","quote_2_odi":"11710678","quote_2_text":"Three wheels had rim a total of eight cracks that lead to one tire unable to hold air.  Loss of air in tire can lead to crash.  Mercedes service inspected car after first crack was noticed by Discount Tire when they diagnosed deflation in tire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-21in-tire-blowout","label":"21-inch low-profile tire blowouts and sidewall failures","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747686","quote_1_text":"The factory upgrade 21 inch spoke wheels with Pirelli P-Zero low profile tires are averaging a blow out every 800 miles. 5 flats and 2 sidewall blisters in the last 10,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11476102","quote_2_text":"With only 490 miles on the odometer I experienced a catastrophic failure of the front passenger-side tire after going over what seemed to be an insignificant pothole.  While at the servicing dealer I noticed same car as mine with 21\" wheels with a blown front driver-side tire","quote_3_odi":"11543197","quote_3_text":"The tires//rims on this vehicle are causing extremely excessive tire blowouts.  I have had at least 5 tire blowouts in the last 6 months alone along with 8-10 tire changes due to bubble forming on sidewall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-adaptive-cruise-speed","label":"Adaptive cruise control unintended acceleration and speed errors","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649962","quote_1_text":"On numerous occasions, while using the cruise control set to 50 MPH, the vehicle will accelerate to  80 MPH  on a highway with a  50 MPH speed limit.  Then on other occasions,  while using the cruise control, the vehicle will accelerate to  80 MPH  on a highway with a  25 MPH…","quote_2_odi":"11651654","quote_2_text":"It shows me stuck in traffic and, although I can only go 11 miles an hour while I’m stuck in traffic, the cruise control wants to push it to 80 mph, which is indeed  VERY  VERY  DANGEROUS!!","quote_3_odi":"11493858","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle inadvertently accelerated due to the cruise control feature failing to recognize the correct speed limit sign","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-electrical-system-failures","label":"Electrical system failures including battery, display, and warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498170","quote_1_text":"All interior electrical went out. Center counsel not working, dash console showed over 30 warning lights and messages ranging from electrical to low brake fluids including check engine light, SRS inoperable message, and many many more messages telling me to stop driving the car","quote_2_odi":"11709116","quote_2_text":"Was driving the car at 3:00 P.M. and all of a sudden thr dash display when total black out nothing on the display screen. Speed,fuel,turnning singles nothing total black out","quote_3_odi":"11686347","quote_3_text":"Over ~3 years of ownership, the vehicle has experienced recurrent electrical and engine-management issues, resulting in 15+ service visits and ~100 cumulative days out of service at an authorized dealer. Patterns include: (1) electrical—keyless entry intermittently unresponsive…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-engine-camshaft-wiring","label":"Engine camshaft and wiring harness failures with check engine light","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687434","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated and the engine stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed CAM shaft solenoid. The contact was informed that the CAM shaft solenoid…","quote_2_odi":"11631897","quote_2_text":"On the night of sept 12th 2024, I’m my way home I lost the ac cooling all of a sudden. I was only 5 mts from home. Once inside my garage I saw to my horror some smoke coming from under yhe hood. Upon opening saw some charred wires and some wire smoldering…","quote_3_odi":"11559979","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to veer to the side of the road. The contact stated that the failure reoccurred several times while driving. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-fuel-system-stall","label":"Fuel system failure and engine stall under recall 23V445000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541446","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 50 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power, but the contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway. After restarting the vehicle, the vehicle seemed to return to normal functionality. The check engine warning light was…","quote_2_odi":"11533509","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and inadvertently lost motive power with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed; however, the vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"11547056","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who replaced the fuel pump however, the contact stated that the failure recurred twice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-parking-brake-seizure","label":"Parking brake seizure after extended parked period","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712692","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, after the vehicle had been parked and not driven for approximately five days or more, the automatic parking brake locked in place and would not release. I attempted standard methods to disengage the brake, including manual release procedures and lightly…","quote_2_odi":"11625649","quote_2_text":"Brakes seize when wet.  That is, after a car wash or following exposure to rain, the accelerator must be pressed with abnormally greater pressure to get car moving from parked position.   Loud, screeching sound emanates when brake releases","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mercedes-Benz","make_slug":"mercedes-benz","model":"S-Class","model_slug":"s-class","cluster_id":"s-class-2022-phantom-braking-aebs","label":"Automatic emergency braking uninstructed activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477847","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the vehicle experienced phantom braking with the Active Brake Assist warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11484372","quote_2_text":"I was going at 70 miles without any car in the front and abruptly the break assistant activate , that happened twice , yesterday and today , and I am scare because instead of prevent an accident it will be causing one","quote_3_odi":"11554973","quote_3_text":"While driving on highway car made a complete sudden full stop  This has happened twice in last 60 days Thankful car behind was far enough away to avoid a rear ender","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mercedes-benz/s-class","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercedes-benz"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-body-structure-defects","label":"Body structure water intrusion and panel defects","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2011-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10397952","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS LS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHENEVER IT WOULD RAIN, WATER WOULD ENTER THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE REAR DRIVER SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR WAS SECURED BUT THERE WAS A SMALL ACCUMULATION OF WATER IN THE REAR FLOORBOARD AREA. IN ADDITION, ALL","quote_2_odi":"10395984","quote_2_text":"THE BODY SIDE MOLDINGS ON MY VEHICLE COMES LOOSE, AND COULD COME OFF AND BECOME AIRBORNE, DAMAGING OTHER VEHICLES. THIS DEFECT HAS BEEN NOTICED ON OTHER 2010 MERCURY MARQUIS. THE DEALER HAS BEEN GREAT, AND IS ORDERING A COMPLETE SET","quote_3_odi":"10298410","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 GRAND MARQUIS. THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW ON OCTOBER 13, 2009. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS REMOVING SNOW FROM THE HOOD WITH A BROOM, SHE NOTICED THAT THE ROOF HAD COLLAPSED. THE DEALER ADVISED THE CONTACT TO INFORM THE HOME OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-electrical-system-faults","label":"Electrical wiring and climate control module faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10627951","quote_1_text":"SPLICING ON ALMOST ALL ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS HAD COME APART. AFFECTED WERE THE RADIO, CLOCK, WINDOWS, POWER SEATS, LIGHTS, DOOR LOCKS, TRUNK RELEASE INSIDE CAR, LOW TIRE MONITOR WARNING LIGHT STAYED ON CONSTANTLY, SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT STAYED ON, WARNING BELL FOR KEY IN IGNITION","quote_2_odi":"10535156","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM FAILED. THE AIR CONDITIONING WOULD ERRONEOUSLY BLOW THROUGH THE DEFROST SYSTEM. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION WHERE THE FAILURE WAS LOCATED AT THE","quote_3_odi":"11509700","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTANTLY BOTH HEADLIGHTS FLICKERING. LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE (LCM) PROBLEM ?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-service-brakes","label":"Brake pedal response and warning light activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11604771","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that he had both feet on the brake pedal, however the vehicle did not","quote_2_odi":"11531514","quote_2_text":"BRAKES: The Dashboard Brake Warning Lights are Illuminated most of the time. 1. The ABS warning Light is illuminated. 2. The Brake Warning Light is illuminated also. The Ford Dealership Service Dept cannot Fix it saying this is intermittent and attributed it to a loose wire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-steering-shaft-corrosion","label":"Intermediate steering shaft and rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11695076","quote_1_text":"the lower bearing separates, the vehicle may experience a loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash. Improper servicing of the upper intermediate shaft could cause the shaft to separate, which can then result in a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a","quote_2_odi":"11151733","quote_2_text":"ON 11/14/18 I RECEIVED A \"REGIONAL PROGRAM 13R01\" LETTER CONCERNING MY VEHICLE. IT INDICATES \"IN STATES WHERE HEAVY ROAD SALT IS USED, SEVERE CORROSION OF THE JOINTS ON THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT CAN RESULT IN A STEERING COLUMN SEPARATION, LEADING TO A LOSS OF","quote_3_odi":"10641950","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE DEALER REPLACED THE POWER STEERING RACK. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-throttle-body-speed-control","label":"Throttle body failure and unintended speed change","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2014-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10954151","quote_1_text":"THROTTLE BODY FAILURE__ ENGINE GOES TO DEAD IDLE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, LEAVING THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS HELPLESS TO EXIT ONTO THE BREAKDOWN LANE OR SHOULDER IF YOU ARE NOT IN THE RIGHT HAND LANE WHEN IT HAPPENS, IE IF YOU ARE ON A 70 MPH INTERSTATE IN THE CENTER LANE WITH VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10605276","quote_2_text":"YESTERDAY, TUESDAY 23, 2014, I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPOT ON THE PARKING DECK ABOUT 15 FEET AND PUT THE CAR IN DRIVE. IT LURCHED FORWARD AT A TREMENDOUS HIGH SPEED AND ALTHOUGH I HIT THE BRAKES, THE AUTO SLAMMED INTO THE RETAINING WALL AT THE PARKING SPOT I HAD JUST BACKED OUT","quote_3_odi":"10367280","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASHBOARD. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IT BEGAN TO SHAKE AND LUNGE FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE WAS INFORMED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Grand Marquis","model_slug":"grand-marquis","cluster_id":"grand-marquis-2010-wiper-system-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor and blade failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2014-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10592070","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON EXPRESSWAY AT NIGHT IN A DRIVING RAINSTORM, MY WIPERS QUIT WORKING. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER UNTIL THE RAIN STOPPED, BUT COULD HAVE BEEN A DISASTER. ON APRIL 23RD THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THE WIPER MOTOR ASSEMBLY WAS BAD","quote_2_odi":"10422549","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY GRAND MARQUIS WITH GOODYEAR WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES (NA), MODEL NUMBER: 765-22. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIPER BLADES WERE DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NOT REMAIN ATTACHED TO THE FRAME WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/grand-marquis","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11484084","quote_1_text":"Driving downhill after dropping my children off at school heard a loud popping noise and brake pedal fell to the floor. Total loss of brakes. Coasted to the side off the road narrowly avoiding busy intersection","quote_2_odi":"11471494","quote_2_text":"Brake pedal went to floor on my 10 Mariner, slid into intersection, no warning lights came on, checked for any fluid leaks and there were none","quote_3_odi":"11350623","quote_3_text":"WHEN PULLING UP TO HOME TO PARK ALONG STREET AND BRAKES WOULD NOT ENGAGE.HEAR A LOUD NOISE AND BRAKE MESSAGE POPPED UP ON DASHBOARD. BRAKE PEDAL FELL TO FLOOR. PULLED EMERGENCY BREAK TO STOP VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-frame-rust-holes","label":"Frame and wheel well rust holes","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11665008","quote_1_text":"The passenger side of the subframe has holes and will veer hard right when it brakes","quote_2_odi":"11451510","quote_2_text":"Brakes inspected, back frame rusting out severe holes, mechanic stated you need another vehicle within a year","quote_3_odi":"11081460","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, HE NOTICED RUST AND HOLES ON BOTH REAR PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-fuel-delivery-leak","label":"Fuel delivery module leak and recall parts backorder","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11012526","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V777000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11234812","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL DELIVERY MODULE LEAKED AND THERE WAS A PUDDLE UNDER THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED A FUEL LEAK UNDER THE BACK SEAT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11113462","quote_3_text":"AFTER RECEIVING FORD'S RECALL NOTICE 16S41/16V-777 (FUEL DELIVERY MODULE POTENTIAL LEAK), MY HUSBAND & I TOOK OUR 2010 MERCURY MARINER TO LEBANON FORD TO PERFORM RECALL \"REPAIR\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-liftgate-glass-failure","label":"Rear liftgate glass and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11019018","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER-SIDE, LIFTGATE GLASS HINGE ON THE REAR WINDOW BROKE DUE TO CORROSION ON A BOLT. THE WINDOW IS NOW LOOSE AND SAGGING ON THAT SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10947845","quote_2_text":"REAR HATCH WINDOW HINGES CRACKED DUE TO THE METAL DETERIORATING CAUSING THE WINDOW TO SHIFT AND BECOME LOOSE AND SUBJECT TO FALLING AWAY FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10689921","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE WENT TO SHUT THE BACK LIFT GATE AND WINDOW EXPLODED IN TO SMALL PIECES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-power-steering-fault","label":"Power steering assist failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11706734","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Mariner. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the message \"Power Steering Assist Failure\" was displayed, and the steering wheel became extremely difficult to turn in either direction","quote_2_odi":"11153994","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE STREET AND WENT TO TURN A CORNER AND MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT COMPLETELY. I HAVE A MESSAGE THAT POPS UP EVERY TIME I START MY CAR THAT SAYS POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10576231","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WITHOUT WARNING ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS UPON MAKING A TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mercury-mariner-2010-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body failure causing stall or limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":279,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10547717","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT BOUT 70 MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE GAS PEDAL WENT LIMP AND I COULDN'T ACCELERATE ANYMORE. I SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 45 MPH WITH CARS FLYING PAST ME","quote_2_odi":"10553164","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING UPON A ROADWAY IN OUR NEIGHBORING COMMUNITY AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, MY 2010 MERCURY MARINER SUDDENLY STOPPED TRAVELING AT SPEED, AND WENT INTO 'LIMP MODE'","quote_3_odi":"10640939","quote_3_text":"COMING TO A STOP AT A RED STOP LIGHT AND THEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM RED TO GREEN LIGHT AT AN INTERSECTION MY VEHICLE WENT INTO LIMP MODE, IT LOST POWER. IT WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PASS 10MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mariner-2011-fuel-system-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11079822","quote_1_text":"RECALL IS ALWAYS BACK ORDERED","quote_2_odi":"11065681","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MERCURY MARINER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V777000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mariner-2011-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Rear liftgate glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-12 -> 2018-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10649966","quote_1_text":"REAR WINDOW EXPLODED UPON CLOSURE. THERE WAS NO INTERFERENCE. OAT WAS 58* INTERIOR TEMPERATURE WAS 72*. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10676145","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND IT WAS A VERY COLD (28 DEGREES) AND REAR HATCH GLASS JUST SHATTERED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mariner-2011-steering-torque-sensor","label":"Power steering torque sensor failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-03 -> 2026-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11384878","quote_1_text":"I'M VERY UPSET AND ON THE VERGE OF TEARS! MY STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY LOCKED ON ME! I ALMOST WRECKED! THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES & I HAVE NO WARNING LIGHT ON MY DASHBOARD","quote_2_odi":"10700846","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO MY MECHANIC WITH A STEERING PROBLEM, AND IT WAS PART OF THE TORQUE SENSOR ISSUES THAT WAS RECALLED. MY CAR FALLS IN THOSE DATES BUT THERE IS NO RECALL ON MY VIN FOR THAT PART. AND I DON'T GET WHY. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mariner-2011-subframe-rust","label":"Subframe and underbody rust","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 -> 2026-03","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11727405","quote_1_text":"My dealer says my subframe needs to be replaced, and controll arm at a cost of 3600 dollars, I don't understand why my subframe needs to be replaced, I've owned cars for as long as 20 yrs and never had that problem. This sounds like a manufacturers problem","quote_2_odi":"11372388","quote_2_text":"FRONT LOWER SUB FRAME RUST THROUGH IN ARIA UNDER A/C , CLOSE TO POINT OF BRAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Mariner","model_slug":"mariner","cluster_id":"mariner-2011-throttle-body-stall","label":"Throttle body stall and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2012-11 -> 2023-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10522703","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE THROTTLE BODY. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10555198","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN A HIGHWAY AT 60MPH THE 2011 MERCURY MARINER STOPPED ACCELERATING. PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. WAITED 3 SECONDS AND RESTARTED THE CAR. IT HESITATED TO TURN OVER BUT DID RESTART. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/mariner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2010-airbag-nondeployment-recall","label":"Driver airbag non-deployment and recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1061,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11472229","quote_1_text":"I received a recall notice in March 2021 that the driver airbag needs replacement, but the part is not yet available. It still is not available! I consider this dangerous and should be fixed","quote_2_odi":"11563114","quote_2_text":"I was driving home from Fargo ND to Fergus falls MN on Christmas Eve when a gust of wind blew me out of the tracks into the slush. My car slid of the road on the left side where I hit a guard rail with the front driver’s side hitting first","quote_3_odi":"11500765","quote_3_text":"2010 MERCURY MILAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2010-brake-pedal-loss-hcu","label":"Brake pedal loss tied to hydraulic control unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":1061,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527715","quote_1_text":"Power brake failure, brake pedal goes to the floor, vehicle rolls forward and backward while in park, ABS warning and Trac system warning lights are on and also Brake Service warning light","quote_2_odi":"11538300","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Milan Hybrid. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard and failed to operate as designed","quote_3_odi":"11590317","quote_3_text":"On May 10, 2024, as I was rounding a sharp curve, I applied brakes to slow down, but there were no brakes. In fact the brake pedal went to the floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2010-engine-stall-throttle-body","label":"Engine stalling and throttle body malfunction","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1061,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11362785","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STALL WHILE SITTING AT LIGHT - CAR IN DRIVE. CAR NEEDED TO BE RESTARTED. THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES IN A ROW AND FINALLY WAS ABLE TO GAS AND ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11609523","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mercury Milan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11533358","quote_3_text":"While I was driving check engine light, service wrench light came on also. The vehicle began to idle surge at stop light and when parked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2010-exterior-lighting-failures","label":"Tail light and brake light assembly failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1061,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11584072","quote_1_text":"The brake lights on my vehicle are constantly illuminated while my headlights are on, regardless of whether or not the brakes are compressed. This is a huge safety concern for me, as other motorists can no longer see when I am braking","quote_2_odi":"11440735","quote_2_text":"I was pulled over for my BRAKE LIGHT being out. I went to the dealer and was charged $600 for a brake light assembly","quote_3_odi":"11329188","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE OUTER LED TAILLIGHT HAS FAILED NOW TWICE. QUITE EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE AS YOU HAVE TO BUY A WHOLE NEW ASSEMBLY VS JUST A NEW BULB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1061,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11704889","quote_1_text":"Bought this car less then a year ago with 38k miles and just last week after coming back from vacation my power steering system went while on the expressway. The advancetrac warning light came on and then the service power steering now","quote_2_odi":"11640467","quote_2_text":"I experienced a loss of power steering while driving and a dash display \"Service Power Steering Now\" and \"Service Advancetrac\". The messages started just before the failure","quote_3_odi":"11614194","quote_3_text":"My power steering light came on and then immediately the wheel got tight. I was unable to turn the wheel and then eventually the car is un drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-brake-hydraulic-control-failure","label":"Brake hydraulic control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11662594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercury Milan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the dealer for servicing, the contact was informed that the electronic brake control module had failed","quote_2_odi":"11156385","quote_2_text":"SOFT BRAKE PEDAL. WHEN BRAKING, PEDAL DESCENDS APPROXIMATELY 75% BEFORE PEDAL PRESSURE BECOMES FIRM. THIS OCCURS WHETHER THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION OR NOT. THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED BUT DID NOT SOLVE THE SOFT BRAKE PEDAL ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-fuel-system-recall-exclusion","label":"Fuel system recall VIN exclusion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11754953","quote_1_text":"Gas tank leak, fuel fumes. Part of safety recall for fuel pressure regulator causing fuel tank rupture!!!","quote_2_odi":"11754479","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mercury Milan. The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor coming from the vehicle and there was fuel underneath the vehicle. The contact researched and became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 15V793000 (Fuel System, Gasoline)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-led-brake-tail-light-failure","label":"LED brake/tail light assembly failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11675692","quote_1_text":"Passenger side brake light assembly failed June 2025. I found it our at an oil change inspection. Ford discontinued manufacturing this LED brake light assembly, so it is difficult to replace this safety critical part. The part number is 9N7Z 13404 A","quote_2_odi":"10644402","quote_2_text":"RIGHT REAR BRAKE LIGHT FAILED. LED BRAKE LIGHT MUST BE REPLACED AS AN ASSEMBLY AT A COST OF OVER $300. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11637194","quote_1_text":"Steering went out on vehicle, very difficult to steer. Got it to the dealership, they say it is not in the recall. The power steering assist fault light came on and service advance trac. Is costing almost $1500 to fix","quote_2_odi":"11508396","quote_2_text":"Power steering locked on me while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11055663","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN AWARE OF THIS RECALL FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW, BUT MY DEALERSHIP STILL DOES NOT HAVE THE REPLACEMENT PART FOR MY CAR. HOW DANGEROUS IS IT FOR ME TO DRIVE? YOUR RECALL NOTICE IS URGENT, YET MY DEALERSHIP SEEMS TO BE TAKING ITS TIME FIXING THIS REPAIR. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11041293","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - LEGAL NOTICE RECEIVED 10/28/2017 ALERTING TO DEFECT OF TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS IN MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mercury","make_slug":"mercury","model":"Milan","model_slug":"milan","cluster_id":"milan-2011-throttle-body-limp-mode","label":"Throttle body fault triggering limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10524235","quote_1_text":"JUST DRIVING AND ENGINE CUTS OFF DUE TO BAD THROTTLE BODY. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10496010","quote_2_text":"I HAVE EXPERIENCED THIS PROBLEM TWICE. THE CAR LOSES POWER, TRAVELING AT 65MPH ON HIGHWAY AND CAR LOST ALL POWER. THE WRENCH LIGHT CAME ON. PULLED OVER, TURNED CAR OFF AND RESTARTED. LIGHT WENT OFF AND CAR WAS DRIVABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mercury/milan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mercury"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2010-engine-bay-wiring-fire","label":"Engine bay wiring harness fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2011-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10441720","quote_1_text":"ALTERNATE WATER PUMP WIRING HARNESS FOR THE TURBO ENGINE CAUGHT FIRE. CAR HAD BEEN SITTING FOR TWO HOURS WHILE MY WIFE AND I WERE SHOPPING. WE GOT IN AND STARTED THE VEHICLE WHEN LESS THAN FIVE SECONDS LATER, THERE WAS WHITE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"10433757","quote_2_text":"ON 9/20/2011 I PULLED ON TO THE HIGHWAY WITH MY MINI AND TURNED ON THE AIR CONDITIONER WHICH DID NOT WORK. THIS HAD NEVER HAPPENED BEFORE AND THERE WERE NO LIGHTED INDICATOR LIGHTS. A FEW MINUTES LATER, THE TEMPERATURE GAUGE LIGHT WENT ON AND THEN WENT OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2010-engine-stall-fuel-delivery","label":"Engine stall and fuel delivery failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258744","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HER 2010 MINI COOPER CLUBMAN ON AN INTERSTATE IN MICHIGAN IN APRIL 2018 GOING 70 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE JUST QUIT, LOSING ALL POWER. I WAS FOLLOWING HER IN A VEHICLE THAT I HAD JUST PURCHASED SO I PULLED OFF THE INTERSTATE BEHIND HER","quote_2_odi":"11005063","quote_2_text":"DIFFICULTY STARTING THE VEHICLE. ON CITY STREETS OR THE HIGHWAY THE CAR ACTS LIKE IT ISN'T GETTING CONSISTENT FUEL THEREFORE IT \"HESITATES\" AS IF IT WERE GOING TO DIE IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10924299","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MINI COOPER CLUBMAN. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A LOCAL DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE WATER PUMP WAS DEFECTIVE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE MECHANIC SHOP PENDING REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2010-footwell-module-failure","label":"Footwell control module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11719900","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that the electronic control module had short circuited from water entering the foot well from the sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11545069","quote_2_text":"My 2010 Mini Clubman was recalled in May 2023 because of possible corrosion in the electronics in the driver’s side footwell, which could lead to a “thermal event”","quote_3_odi":"11438644","quote_3_text":"I bought the car used 10 days ago, 3 days ago, the electrical indicator flashed, so I parked the car. I thought it was a glitch. It was very rainy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2010-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11527250","quote_1_text":"Since November 20, 2022, my low milage 2010 MINI has Passenger Airbag Warning light in the roof near the mirror and dashboard. The OBD II scanner show that \"ACSM/MRS: Seat-occupancy detector, passenger.\" I contacted dealer Herb Chambers MINI of Boston","quote_2_odi":"11279894","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT FOR PASSENGER SEAT HAS COME ON AND WILL NOT EXTINGUISH. THE LIGHT REMAINS ON WHETHER THERE IS SOMEONE SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OR NOT. THE LIGHT IS ON WHEN STATIONARY OR WHEN I AM DRIVING, AND WHETHER THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE SEAT OR NOT","quote_3_odi":"10927462","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT ON. DEFECTIVE PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR 2010 NOT PART OF THE RECALL. COST TO REPAIR DEFECTIVE MAT $1340. MINI SHOULD EXTEND THE RECALL BASED ON HIGH NUMBER OF COMPLAINTS FOR 209/2010 MINIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11002621","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN AND TENSIONER HAS HAD ISSUES WHEN THE CAR HAS LOW MILES. REPLACED TENSIONER IN 2014 AND THEN AGAIN IN 2017 (2017 - ONLY 78,019 MILES). TIMING CHAIN HAD TO BE REPLACED IN 2017(AGAIN ONLY 78,019 MILES)","quote_2_odi":"10910564","quote_2_text":"THE MINI COOPER CLUBMAN HAS A DEFECTIVE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER THAT CAN CAUSE SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE ENGINE AND CRASHES. BMW HAS AGREED TO REPLACE THE CHAINS IN SOME MODELS, BUT NOT OTHERS, LEAVING OPEN THE POSSIBILITY OF CRASHES RELATED TO THE FAILURE OF THIS KNOWN PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10462333","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THE OIL LIGHT CAME ON, I CALLED THE DEALER WITHIN SECONDS AND ASKED THEM IF THIS WAS A CONCERN. THEY SAID TO DRIVE IT IN IT WAS PROBABLY JUST THE OIL LEVEL NEEDING TOPPED OUT. I CONTINUED FOR ABOUT A MILE WHEN THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2017,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2017-brake-light-wiring","label":"Rear brake light wiring and socket failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11155598","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2017 MINI CLUBMAN, WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES WHAT TURNS ON ARE THE REAR FOG LIGHTS LOCATED IN THE BOTTOM REAR BUMPER. THE MAIN REAR TAIL LIGHTS DO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN BREAK PEDAL IS PRESSED. THIS CAUSES VEHICLES NEARLY REAR ENDING MY VEHICLE NUMEROUS TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11509553","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Mini Cooper Clubman. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the rear passenger’s side brake light wiring harness had melted which led to a defective brake light. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where the taillight was replaced","quote_3_odi":"11475933","quote_3_text":"The left brake light in the bumper intermittently fails. A warning is issued in the dashboard display. Switching bulbs with the properly lighting adjoining bumper tail lamp corrects the issue temporarily","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2017,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Clubman","model_slug":"clubman","cluster_id":"mini-clubman-2017-shifter-spring-warning","label":"Shifter spring failure triggering parking-brake warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11515949","quote_1_text":"The Roll Warning light for my 2017 Clubman came on with this message: Secure vehicle with parking brake when stopped. Consult service center. The light came on Saturday evening when I got into my car to go home from a friend's house","quote_2_odi":"11573836","quote_2_text":"It is now common knowledge that this transmission of the 3rd generation has an avoidable fault. There is a small spring in the shifter assembly that fails. It causes an error alert that car is not secure, when it actually is","quote_3_odi":"11459544","quote_3_text":"The car has a warning light \"secure car against rolling\" at first I thought it was a reminder to set the parking brake. The next warning light was \"service required\" - I just bought this 2017 Mini Clubman two weeks ago so I took it to the mini dealer service center","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mini/clubman","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper","model_slug":"cooper","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2010-airbag-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11620422","quote_1_text":"Airbag light is deployed when passenger is sitting in seat. Module under seat is not recognizing the passenger and airbags are turned off. This is a safety concern in likeliness of an accident the passenger could be injured","quote_2_odi":"11397909","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS INOPERATIVE ANYTIME THE ENGINE IS RUNNING WHETHER THE CAR IS MOVING OR STATIONARY. THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DOES NOT WORK ON A CITY STREET, HIGHWAY OR WHILE TURNING. THE PROBLEM APPEARS TO BE WITH THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"10908587","quote_3_text":"FAULTY FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WEIGHT SENSOR FOR AIRBAG. WEIGHT SENSOR FAILS TO DISTINGUISH WHEN SOMEONE IS OR IS NOT IN THE SEAT, CAUSING THE AIRBAG FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER CONSTANTLY READ \"PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/cooper","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper","model_slug":"cooper","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2010-exhaust-tailpipe-burn","label":"Exhaust tailpipe burn contact injury","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10534180","quote_1_text":"I HAD JUST PARKED IN OUR GARAGE AND GOT OUT TO GET ITEMS OUT OF THE TRUNK OF THE CAR. MY LEG TOUCHED THE TAIL PIPE OF THE CAR AND THERE WAS IN INSTANT BURN TO THE CALF OF MY LEG. IT ONLY TOOK ONE SECOND. IT WAS THE SIZE OF A QUARTER AND SKIN WAS BURNED OFF INSTANTLY","quote_2_odi":"10468813","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON TWO DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, TWO PASSENGERS SUSTAINED BURNS TO THEIR LEGS FROM THE EXHAUST PIPE WHILE PLACING AN ITEM IN THE TRUNK","quote_3_odi":"10410198","quote_3_text":"THE TAILPIPE OF THE SUBJECT VEHICLE EXTENDS BEYOND THE REAR BUMPER. MY LOWER LEG INADVERTENTLY MADE CONTACT WITH THE EXHAUST AND, AS A RESULT, I SUFFERED A SERIOUS \"C\"-SHAPED BURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/cooper","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper","model_slug":"cooper","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2010-frm-electrical-failure","label":"Footwell control module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11709416","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is experiencing repeated failure of the Footwell module (FRM), a known defect acknowledged by MINI/BMW. During the two years I have owned the vehicle, the FRM has required four separate reflashes due to recurring malfunctions","quote_2_odi":"11533282","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, he smelled a burning odor within the interior of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11353457","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, CARS AROUND ME WERE BEEPING WHEN I SWITCHED LANES AFTER SIGNALING AND STEPPED ON THE BRAKES. I WAS NEARLY REAR ENDED! COME TO FIND OUT ALL OF MY LIGHTING SYSTEMS WERE INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/cooper","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2010,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper","model_slug":"cooper","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11110711","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. AFTER SAFELY PULLING THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10945085","quote_2_text":"CAR SHUT DOWN ENROUTE TO HOSPITAL. THERE WAS NO WARNING (AS CHARACTERIZED BY MANY OWNERS). I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO A REPUTABLE REPAIR FACILITY. THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER HAD DISINTEGRATED AND CAUSED THE TIMING CHAIN TO \"SLIP\"","quote_3_odi":"11088772","quote_3_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN IS FAILING AT 80,000. DEALER AND MINIUSA HAVE AGREED SHOULD LAST 4 LIFE OF THE ENGINE AT LEAST 120,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mini/cooper","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-abs-dsc-warning-light","label":"ABS and traction control warning light illumination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 -> 2024-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11512562","quote_1_text":"Left brake light continues to blow out with a loud pop through the speakers. Instrument at parts store shows ABS warning but not on dash. Bulb has been replaced approximately 5 times and continues to blow out after a day or two. No one can seem to find the problem","quote_2_odi":"10610155","quote_2_text":"DSC AND BRAKE LIGHT TURNED APPEARED ON TACHOMETER DISPLAY IN YELLOW AND DOES NOT GO OUT. DSC BUTTON IF PRESSED MAKES NO CHANGES TO DCS/ABS LIGHTS ON DISPLAYS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-airbag-seat-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor and airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-01 -> 2024-06","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11532545","quote_1_text":"Starting June 2023 the Airbag indicator light would turn on when I put a bag or even something light on the passenger seat. Now it randomly goes on if I hit a bump in the road","quote_2_odi":"10903257","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL...AIR BAG PASSENGER SIDE WARNING LIGHT IS ON. LOCAL DEALER WANTS $140 TO \"LOOK\" TO SEE WHAT THE PROBLEM IS AND $800. TO FIX IT. CAN'T AFFORD THIS. WHY CAN'T WE GET HELP FROM DEALER/MGR?","quote_3_odi":"11492816","quote_3_text":"Car shows signs of passenger seat occupancy sensor recall. Mini acknowledges the recall has not been performed. Mini expanded recall to 10 years from date of service but because previous owner didn't get recall done I cannot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-footwell-module-failure","label":"Footwell control module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2016-08 -> 2026-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11742747","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH in the rain with the windows rolled down, the driver's side and passenger's side windows failed to roll up. No warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11544647","quote_2_text":"While driving, my turn signals, power windows and lights stopped working. I believe this is due to the Footwell Module recall, but the dealer will not replace the module because there isn't a remedy for the recall. It's been 5 months now","quote_3_odi":"11539052","quote_3_text":"the car just started to smoke it looked like it was going to catch fire now the car won't start and I can't use it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 -> 2018-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11083387","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MINI COOPER S US. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE AND THE ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10822111","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED EVEN WHEN THE ACCERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"11083492","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-shift-accel-irregular","label":"Transmission shift and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-07 -> 2022-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11474658","quote_1_text":"During driving failure of the shift cable linkage was disconnected When investigated, the joint between the cable and the transmission shifter was disconnected due to a failure of the bushing on the cable side","quote_2_odi":"11030007","quote_2_text":"I DO NOT OWN THIS TYPE OF VEHICLE, BUT I AM IN THE AUTOMOTIVE INDUSTRY. I HAVE ATTACHED 3 PHOTOGRAPHS OF A CLUTCH RELEASE FORK FOR THIS VEHICLE. NOTE THE RED ARROWS ON THE PHOTOS","quote_3_odi":"10420348","quote_3_text":"THE NEW MINI COOPER THAT I LEASED STARTED TO HAVE ACCELERATION PROBLEMS AROUND 6500 MILES. WHAT HAPPENS IS A HESITATION IN THE ACCELERATION OF THE MINI FROM A START OR AT LOW RPMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2011,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2011-timing-chain-cooling-fire","label":"Timing chain and coolant pump failure with engine fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-07 -> 2024-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10410757","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A BMW 2011 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 50 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED A LOUD CLUNKING NOISE WITH THE ILLUMINATION OF ALL OF THE WARNING LIGHTS","quote_2_odi":"10850122","quote_2_text":"DROVE CAR ABOUT 4 MILES. PARKED AT SHOPPING CENTER, TURNED OFF CAR AND LOCKED IT. RETURNED 15 MINS LATER TO FIND FLAMES IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT!","quote_3_odi":"11101962","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER BROKE, CAUSING NUMEROUS AND SEVERAL THOUSAND DOLLARS IN REPAIR COSTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-brake-light-melting","label":"Brake light assembly melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11197140","quote_1_text":"MY DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS MELTING. THE PLASTIC THE THE LIGHT BUILD SCREWS INTO IS ACTUALLY MELTING T THE BRAKE LIGHT BULB. I'VE PAID MINI TO REPAIR THE DAMAGE AND THE SAME ISSUES HAS SURFACED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE LIGHT DOES NOT WORK AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"11089223","quote_2_text":"REAR BRAKE LIGHT BURNT AND MELTED. IT WAS REPAIRED AND NOW IT MELTED AND BURNT AGAIN BUT HAS CAUSED FURTHER DAMAGE REQUIRING THE WHOLE TAILLIGHT NEEDING REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"11072200","quote_3_text":"BRAKE LIGHT FAILED, BULB COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. DEALER SAID THE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-clutch-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10565652","quote_1_text":"2012 MINI COOPER COUNTRYMAN MANUAL TRANSMISSION. LIVE IN A MOUNTAINOUS REGION IN COLORADO. NOTICED A PECULIAR SMELL COMING FROM THE CAR AFTER BEING STUCK IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. HAD THE CAR SERVICED AND THEY SAID EVERYTHING WAS GOOD TO GO","quote_2_odi":"11588255","quote_2_text":"The clutch has been a problem. The clutch wears out prematurely, causing loss of acceleration, which caused loss of power trying to merge into freeway traffic, which nearly resulted in a collision with a semi","quote_3_odi":"10556456","quote_3_text":"ELECTRONIC FUEL PUMP FAILED TWICE WITHIN A YEAR. MANUAL TRANSMISSION - CLUTCH DOES NOT ENGAGE GEARS PROPERLY. FRICTION POINT IS VAGUE AND UNENGAGING. GEAR SLIPS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-footwell-module-failure","label":"Footwell control module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11739897","quote_1_text":"The electronic module in the driver side footwell area may short circuit. when I unlock the car or try to start, I hear loud electrical SHORT CIRCUIT noises coming out of the seating area. I am afraid to even unlock the car, and fear car might catch fire","quote_2_odi":"11455359","quote_2_text":"The failed component is the \"Footwell Relay Module\" (FRM) which enables communication between the instrument panel in the passenger compartment and the engine control components in the engine compartment","quote_3_odi":"11524794","quote_3_text":"The car just randomly caught on fire while off in my driveway. Noticed a weird sound outside looked out and noticed the windshield wipers were going even though the car was off and I hadn't driven it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-seat-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11184296","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR IS MALFUNCTIONING LEADING TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG BEING DISABLED WHILE IN MOTION. A PERSON SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT TRIGGERS THE AIRBAG SENSOR WARNING AND DISABLING OF THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"10925054","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IS RANDOMLY DISABLED (WITH WARNING LIGHT/TONE) WHEN MY 63# DOG IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. CAUSE IS A FAULTY \"PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MAT\" THAT OTHERS HAVE REPORTED WILL COST OVER $1500 TO REPLACE","quote_3_odi":"11075336","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON ONE DAY WHEN STARTING THE CAR. I TOOK IT INTO A MINI SPECIALIST AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE INDICATOR SENSOR IN THE SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11076783","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON I90 AT APPROXIMATELY 72MPH, I HEARD A VERY LOUD POP AND PART OF MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. ONCE AT A SAFE STOPPING PLACE, I TOOK A LOOK AT THE SUNROOF AND I DIDN'T NOTICE ANY OUTSIDE FORCE THAT CAUSED THIS","quote_2_odi":"10945531","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON A WINTER DAY, THE REAR PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF LITERALLY EXPANDED UPWARD AND SHATTERED. THE BULK OF THE GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR. THERE WAS NO IMPACT WITH FOREIGN OBJECTS OR CHIPS IN THE GLASS. THIS WAS A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2012-water-pump-cooling-failure","label":"Water pump and thermostat cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10885861","quote_1_text":"WATER PUMP FAILURE. BEGAN TO NOTICE SMALL AMOUNT OF LIQUID UNDER CAR IN APRIL 2016, THOUGHT IT WAS CONDENSATION FROM A/C. LEAK WORSENED AND CALLED MINI IN JUNE 2016 TO CHECK IT OUT","quote_2_odi":"11162247","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES ON THE HIGHWAY, MY MINI COOPER SHUT OFF COMPLETELY, I WAS ABLE TO PULL ONTO THE SHOULDER AND THAT IS WHEN SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE ENGINE, WITHIN 6 MINUTES MY WHOLE ENGINE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES, CAR TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"11120057","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY AND, AFTER GOING OVER SEVERAL POT HOLES, THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE POWER WAS REDUCED, AND THE ENGINE FAILURE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"engine-stall-power-loss-overheating","label":"Engine stalling, power loss, and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11574805","quote_1_text":"Freeze plug randomly popped out while driving causing vehicle to stall in the middle of traffic almost causing a major accident and or death","quote_2_odi":"11527183","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump relay circuit board has a failed point in the soldering, causing the car to intermittently stall and die on the road. My safety was at risk because my car died randomly with no warning on a busy road. Can not even limp car to side of road","quote_3_odi":"11120568","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT MY MINI BRAND NEW IN 2013. I TOOK IT TO BE SERVICED REGULARLY AT CREVIER MINI AND I TOOK IT EVERY TIME I HAD A SERVICE LIGHT COME ON, WHICH WAS MULTIPLE TIMES IN THE FIRST COUPLE YEARS. THE WARRANTY LASTED UNTIL JUNE 2017","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"footwell-control-module-electrical-failure","label":"Footwell control module electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11562296","quote_1_text":"The footwell module that controls the lights, brake lights windows and dashboard is faulty on all mini cooper of this module","quote_2_odi":"11538090","quote_2_text":"In July 2023, a recall letter I received from MINI states a defective Footwell Control Module “could potentially result in a short circuit, resulting in a potential thermal event which could increase the risk of a fire or injury","quote_3_odi":"11595123","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V337000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"melted-tail-brake-light-assembly","label":"Melted tail light and brake light assemblies","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11174757","quote_1_text":"2013 MINI COOPER BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AT THE DEALER DUE TO MELTED PLASTIC ADJACENT TO LIGHT BULB CONTACTS. QUOTING THE DEALER SERVICE RECORD \"FOUND LEFT TAG LIGHT BULB OUT AND RIGHT LOWER BRAKE LIGHT MELTED","quote_2_odi":"11015602","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR BRAKE LIGHT BULB HARNESS MELTED. THIS NECESSITATES THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE LIGHT ASSEMBLY UNIT. I UNDERSTAND THAT THIS HAS BEEN A RECURRENT PROBLEM FOR MINI FOR A NUMBER OF YEARS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"non-run-flat-tire-replacement-no-spare","label":"Non-run-flat tire replacement with no spare tire","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11567151","quote_1_text":"I wrote to you before. My complaint number is/was:11559619. I never received a response from you. I explained in my previous complaint that I purchased a used car from Carvana in August of 2022. I bought a 2013 Mini Cooper S. This car comes standard with run-flat tires","quote_2_odi":"11559619","quote_2_text":"I purchased a used car from Carvana. It had brand new tires on the car when I took possession of it. The make and model of my car comes standard with run-flat tires because my car does not have a spare tire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"passenger-airbag-occupancy-sensor-failure","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11567358","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger's side seat occupancy sensor. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11505013","quote_2_text":"There have been at least 7 write-ups about air bag failure on this model reported to you. When a passenger sits in the seat of my car, with the seat belt on, 01 the airbag light and seat belt light come on","quote_3_odi":"10783526","quote_3_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON 10/15/2015 WHICH I REAR ENDED A PICKUP TRUCK. I WAS GOING ROUGHLY 45-50 MPH WHEN THE TRUCK IN FRONT SLAMMED THEIR BRAKES WHICH CAUSED ME TO CRASH INTO HIS REAR END OF THE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-speed-control","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control faults","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906760","quote_1_text":"2013 MINI COOPER PACEMAN BASE AUTO. 05/30/2016- WE EXPERIENCE INSTANCES WHERE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE MAINTAINING SPEED AFTER RELEASING GAS PEDAL WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, HIGHWAY, CITY STREET GOING DOWNHILL","quote_2_odi":"10865535","quote_2_text":"I DROVE AN AUTOMATIC 2013 CERTIFIED MINI COOPER OFF THE LOT WITH 33K PRIOR MILES. AFTER LESS THAN A WEEK, AND AFTER ONLY DRIVING A TOTAL OF 254 MILES, THE ACCELERATOR FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-brake-pull-lockup","label":"Brake pull and ABS lock-up during braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11484820","quote_1_text":"The proportioning value that controls brake function had a catastrophic failure and caused the brake calipers especially the left front to lock suddenly","quote_2_odi":"11551994","quote_2_text":"Without any warning lamps,The vehicle started pulling left when the brakes were applied a certified mechanic looked at it and feels that is the due to a defective DSC/ABS control unit. The unit hasn't been otherwise inspected but is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"10778946","quote_3_text":"COMING UP TO AN INTERSECTION, THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW NORMALLY. THEN THE ABS KICKED IN AND THE CAR DID THE SHUDDER LIKE WHEN THE ABS IS ACTIVE. THEN THE ABS TURNED OFF AND THE BRAKES WENT SPONGY. THE CAR ROLLED INTO THE INTERSECTION THROUGH THE STOP SIGN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-crankshaft-pulley-failure","label":"Crankshaft pulley and timing belt engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11427300","quote_1_text":"Crankshaft Pulley burnt while driving. Could not accelerate. Car threw overheating codes and AC blew hot air. Battery Charging Malfunction error shown as well","quote_2_odi":"11044252","quote_2_text":"I WAS INFORMED THERE WAS AN ENGINE RECALL DUE TO CRANKSHAFT BEARING PROBLEM. THEY HAVE KNOW ABOUT THIS ISSUE FOR 2 YEARS YET NEVER INFORMED ME. MY DEALER SAYS THEY HAVE DONE HUNDREDS OF ENGINE REPLACEMENTS","quote_3_odi":"11118596","quote_3_text":"TIMING BELT DEFECTIVE LEADING TO SERIOUS ENGINE FAILURE REQUIRING REPLACEMENT. WITHIN TWO WEEKS OF REPLACEMENT ENGINE AGAIN WAS DEFECTIVE REQUIRING A SECOND REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-engine-mount-failure","label":"Engine mount and front suspension bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11420895","quote_1_text":"Engine Mount and right control arm bushings have cracked and need to be replaced below 60,000 miles and only being 4 years old","quote_2_odi":"11164732","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ORLANDO MINI COOPER (350 S. LAKE N. DESTINY DR, ORLANDO, FL) FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE MOUNTS WERE CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11191649","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS PARKED AND WHEN I STARTED ENGINE THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE. I TOOK IT IMMEDIATELY TO MINI COOPER SERVICE. WAS TOLD THE PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE MOUNT HAD COLLAPSED AND IT HAS ALSO CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE HEAT SHIELD FOR THE TURBO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-fuel-filler-shutoff","label":"Fuel filler nozzle shutoff during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11450980","quote_1_text":"Fuel tank shuts off the gas pump no matter how much gas is in the tank. Faulty fuel tank vent (purge) value is causing the issue. This is a known issue on Mini's","quote_2_odi":"11443888","quote_2_text":"Unable to fill gas as pump repeatedly shuts-off while trying to fill and would even over flow out of the filler neck. Tried 2 different pumps at local QT without luck","quote_3_odi":"11644422","quote_3_text":"Also, since 22feb2025, I am not able to add fuel to the tank because the pump stops constantly and causes spill of fuel. This can cause fire. Never happened before. Tried at least 4 different gas station and same result","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Convertible","model_slug":"cooper-convertible","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle roll-away with parking gear engaged","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10965860","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MINI COOPER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO UNLOCK THE TRUNK WITH KEY FOB, THE TRUNK FAILED TO UNLOCK. THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE IN THE HOPE THAT IT WOULD UNLOCK THE TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11394256","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO ENGAGE PROPERLY. SECURE GEAR ROLL- A-WAY WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10935157","quote_3_text":"THE MINI INSTEAD COMING TO A STOP, REVVED UP, JUMPED THE CURB AND HIT THE STORE IN THE FRONT. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES REALLY HARD, ALL THE TIME BUT THE BRAKE PEDALS WERE LOCKED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-convertible","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"engine-stall-fuel-system-failure","label":"Engine stalling and fuel system failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11574805","quote_1_text":"Freeze plug randomly popped out while driving causing vehicle to stall in the middle of traffic almost causing a major accident and or death","quote_2_odi":"11527183","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump relay circuit board has a failed point in the soldering, causing the car to intermittently stall and die on the road","quote_3_odi":"11449140","quote_3_text":"Repeated experiences of sudden engine operational failure and reduced and/or complete loss of power while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"footwell-control-module-electrical-failure","label":"Footwell control module failure (recall 23V337000)","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11563554","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where the contact was informed that the footwell control module had failed","quote_2_odi":"11538090","quote_2_text":"In July 2023, a recall letter I received from MINI states a defective Footwell Control Module “could potentially result in a short circuit, resulting in a potential thermal event which could increase the risk of a fire or injury.”","quote_3_odi":"11562296","quote_3_text":"The footwell module that controls the lights, brake lights windows and dashboard is faulty on all mini cooper of this module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"non-run-flat-tire-replacement-no-spare","label":"Non-run-flat tire replacement without spare tire","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11559619","quote_1_text":"I purchased a used car from Carvana. It had brand new tires on the car when I took possession of it","quote_2_odi":"11567151","quote_2_text":"I was stranded on the side of a busy highway with NON-run-flat tires and no spare because Carvana replaced the standard run-flats with non-run-flat tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"passenger-airbag-occupancy-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11451191","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat OC3 Occupancy Sensor has malfunctioned, leading to the ECU to believe the seatbelt is unbuckled and disabling the passenger airbag while the car is in motion","quote_2_odi":"11567358","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"10783526","quote_3_text":"HOWEVER, THE AIRBAGS IN THE CAR DID NOT DEPLOY WHICH I FIND VERY DISTURBING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"tail-brake-light-assembly-melting","label":"Tail and brake light assembly melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11174757","quote_1_text":"2013 MINI COOPER BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT TAIL LIGHT ASSEMBLIES HAVE REQUIRED REPLACEMENT AT THE DEALER DUE TO MELTED PLASTIC ADJACENT TO LIGHT BULB CONTACTS","quote_2_odi":"11015602","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR BRAKE LIGHT BULB HARNESS MELTED. THIS NECESSITATES THE REPLACEMENT OF THE ENTIRE LIGHT ASSEMBLY UNIT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-pedal-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration and accelerator pedal failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906760","quote_1_text":"WE EXPERIENCE INSTANCES WHERE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE MAINTAINING SPEED AFTER RELEASING GAS PEDAL WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, HIGHWAY, CITY STREET GOING DOWNHILL","quote_2_odi":"10865535","quote_2_text":"AFTER LESS THAN A WEEK, AND AFTER ONLY DRIVING A TOTAL OF 254 MILES, THE ACCELERATOR FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"windshield-wiper-visibility-failures","label":"Windshield and wiper blade failures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10954049","quote_1_text":"AFTER 2 WEEKS USING NEW OEM WIPERS THEY LOSE THEIR FLEXIBILITY AND ARE LESS ABLE TO WIPE CLEANLY","quote_2_odi":"10852862","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WAS FRACTURED WITHOUT IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-airbag-seatbelt","label":"Airbag deployment and seatbelt mechanism malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112041","quote_1_text":"MY INSURANCE HAS ASKED ME TO FILE THIS COMPLAINT AS MY VEHICLE'SAIRBAGS DEPLOYED AT AN IMPACT UNDER 5 MPH LEADING TO THE CONCLUSION THAT THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN MY CAR IS FAULTY","quote_2_odi":"10692918","quote_2_text":"AFTER UNLATCHING THE DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT, THE BELT FOLD INTO THE RETRACTION MECHANISM SUCH THAT IT GOT STUCK AND COULD NOT BE USED UNTIL IT WAS MANUALLY UNSPOOLED, WHICH IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO DO","quote_3_odi":"10632960","quote_3_text":"THERE WAS NO ONE SITTING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, BUT MY IPOD WAS ON THE SEAT. A \"FASTEN SEAT BELT\" WARNING WENT OFF WHILE I WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical fire and wiring failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11473561","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was smoke detected from the vehicle. The vehicle caught fire without warning","quote_2_odi":"10758960","quote_2_text":"I GOT OUT OF THE CAR AND THE SMOKE GOT WORSE AND WHEN THE PLASTIC IN THE DASHBOARD HAD MELTED AWAY I SAW FLAMES AND CALLED 911. THIS ALL HAPPENED IN LESS THAN 2 MINUTES FROM THE START TO CALLING 911. THE ENGINE WAS NOT DAMAGED AND THIS WAS FROM THE WIRING I BELIEVE","quote_3_odi":"11210887","quote_3_text":"FOR THE PAST YEAR, ALL EXTERNAL LIGHT WIRING HAS MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-engine-stall","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11537267","quote_1_text":"The fuse box JBE module has a Quality Assurance problem with a solder connection to the NEC low pressure fuel relay. This is a known issue with BMW/Mini. The car suddenly stalls without warning","quote_2_odi":"10617503","quote_2_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS (7/19/14 AND 7/29/14), THE ENGINE CUT-OFF, PUTTING THE CAR IN \"ACCESSORY MODE.\" ON BOTH OCCASIONS, I WAS DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD, AT LOW SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10605086","quote_3_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS WHEN DRIVING, THE AUTO START AND STOP FUNCTION SHUT THE ENGINE OFF, WHERE I HAD TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK & RESTART IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-oil-pressure-loss","label":"Oil pressure loss and oil filter/pump housing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10783527","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE STARTED TICKING (TO ME THAT IS INDICATING LACK OR NO OIL). \"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION: DRIVE MODERATELY.\" AND \"DROP IN OIL PRESSURE. SLOW TO A STOP \" WARNINGS BOTH CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"10715824","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, CAR LOST OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY, OIL POURED OUT OF VEHICLE, SMOKING AS WARNING LIGHTS INDICATED \"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION\" AND THEN, \"LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE: STOP VEHICLE\". DIAGNOSED AS A FAILURE OF A WELDING ON THE OIL PUMP HOUSING","quote_3_odi":"10672090","quote_3_text":"THIS SECOND TIME, WHICH WAS ON JANUARY 5TH, 2015, MY CAR STARTED TO WARN ME THAT THE \"ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WAS TOO LOW\" AND TO STOP MY ENGINE IMMEDIATELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-recall-parts-delay","label":"Structural recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10733953","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) WAS RECEIVED IN FEBRUARY OF 2015","quote_2_odi":"10723675","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10716741","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIRS WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Coupe","model_slug":"cooper-coupe","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-coupe-2014-transmission-gear-shift","label":"Manual transmission and gear shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10660274","quote_1_text":"2014 MINI COOPER S HARDTOP MANUAL TRANSMISSION FAIL. THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY DROPS OUT OF 1ST GEAR WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP, CAUSING THE CAR TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL","quote_2_odi":"10598798","quote_2_text":"GEAR SHIFT COMPLETELY BECAME DETACHED AT SPEED. TWO MAGAZINES HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11231603","quote_3_text":"MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT NEVER CAME ON BUT CAR STARTED LOSING POWER A FEW WEEKS AGO. I RECENTLY TOOK IT TO DEALER WHO TOLD ME THE TRANSMISSION HAS TO BE REPLACED, IT WASN'T A COMPUTER GLITCH AND THESE TRANSMISSIONS CANNOT BE SERVICED. WHAT DO I DO NOW?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-coupe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-airbag-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor airbag fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11184296","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR IS MALFUNCTIONING LEADING TO THE PASSENGER AIRBAG BEING DISABLED WHILE IN MOTION. A PERSON SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT TRIGGERS THE AIRBAG SENSOR WARNING AND DISABLING OF THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"10925054","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG IS RANDOMLY DISABLED (WITH WARNING LIGHT/TONE) WHEN MY 63# DOG IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. CAUSE IS A FAULTY \"PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANT MAT\" THAT OTHERS HAVE REPORTED WILL COST OVER $1500 TO REPLACE","quote_3_odi":"11659150","quote_3_text":"The passenger seat occupancy sensor has malfunctioned. The airbag turns off when a passenger of sufficient weight is seated; a warning light comes on intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-brake-light-melting","label":"Brake light housing melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11197140","quote_1_text":"MY DRIVER SIDE BRAKE LIGHT KEEPS MELTING. THE PLASTIC THE THE LIGHT BUILD SCREWS INTO IS ACTUALLY MELTING T THE BRAKE LIGHT BULB. I'VE PAID MINI TO REPAIR THE DAMAGE AND THE SAME ISSUES HAS SURFACED","quote_2_odi":"11072200","quote_2_text":"BRAKE LIGHT FAILED, BULB COULD NOT BE REMOVED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. DEALER SAID THE COMPLETE ASSEMBLY WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. UPON REMOVING THE ASSEMBLY, THE FIXTURE WAS REVIEWED TO FIND WHERE EXCESIVE HEAT HAD MELTED THE CONNECTION TO THE BULB","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-clutch-failure","label":"Manual transmission clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11588255","quote_1_text":"The clutch has been a problem. The clutch wears out prematurely, causing loss of acceleration, which caused loss of power trying to merge into freeway traffic, which nearly resulted in a collision with a semi","quote_2_odi":"10565652","quote_2_text":"FEW DAYS LATER WHEN ON VACATION DRIVING THROUGH NEVADA, THE CLUTCH COMPLETELY GAVE OUT & LEFT US STRANDED FROM 8:30 AT NIGHT UNTIL 2:30 IN THE MORNING BEFORE THE TOW TRUCK COULD GET TO US","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire or smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11524794","quote_1_text":"The car just randomly caught on fire while off in my driveway. Noticed a weird sound outside looked out and noticed the windshield wipers were going even though the car was off and I hadn't driven it. Opened the door to bellows of smoke coming out","quote_2_odi":"11162247","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30 MINUTES ON THE HIGHWAY, MY MINI COOPER SHUT OFF COMPLETELY, I WAS ABLE TO PULL ONTO THE SHOULDER AND THAT IS WHEN SMOKE STARTED COMING FROM THE ENGINE, WITHIN 6 MINUTES MY WHOLE ENGINE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES, CAR TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"10744546","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AFTER IT STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED INTO A PARKING LOT, WHERE THE CONTACT NOTICED SOME MINOR DAMAGE TO THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-engine-fire-temp-warning","label":"Engine fire following temperature warning light","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11120057","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY AND, AFTER GOING OVER SEVERAL POT HOLES, THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE POWER WAS REDUCED, AND THE ENGINE FAILURE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED","quote_2_odi":"11119998","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY AND AFTER GOING OVER SEVERAL POT HOLES THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE POWER WAS REDUCED AND AN ENGINE FAILURE LIGHT ALSO APPEARED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-footwell-module","label":"Footwell control module electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11455359","quote_1_text":"The failed component is the \"Footwell Relay Module\" (FRM) which enables communication between the instrument panel in the passenger compartment and the engine control components in the engine compartment. When this component fails the following essential controls become","quote_2_odi":"11593727","quote_2_text":"The FRM module failed immediately after we got the car which rendered it undriveable because the power windows, power door locks, turn signals and key fob were inoperable","quote_3_odi":"10676175","quote_3_text":"STARTED CAR, RED SERVICE ICON ON DASH ALTERNATING WITH DRIVER DOOR OPEN ICON. THIS WAS A LOSS OF INTERIOR LIGHTS, SIGNAL LIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, HAZARD LIGHTS, WINDOW UP/DOWN CONTROLS, AND DOOR LOCK FUNCTIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-panoramic-sunroof","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10945531","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON A WINTER DAY, THE REAR PANEL OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF LITERALLY EXPANDED UPWARD AND SHATTERED. THE BULK OF THE GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR. THERE WAS NO IMPACT WITH FOREIGN OBJECTS OR CHIPS IN THE GLASS","quote_2_odi":"11076783","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON I90 AT APPROXIMATELY 72MPH, I HEARD A VERY LOUD POP AND PART OF MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. ONCE AT A SAFE STOPPING PLACE, I TOOK A LOOK AT THE SUNROOF AND I DIDN'T NOTICE ANY OUTSIDE FORCE THAT CAUSED THIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2012,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2012-water-pump-cooling","label":"Water pump and thermostat cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10885861","quote_1_text":"WATER PUMP FAILURE. BEGAN TO NOTICE SMALL AMOUNT OF LIQUID UNDER CAR IN APRIL 2016, THOUGHT IT WAS CONDENSATION FROM A/C. LEAK WORSENED AND CALLED MINI IN JUNE 2016 TO CHECK IT OUT. WATER PUMP FAILURE ON VEHICLE WITH 45,500 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10820319","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TURBO CHARGER AND THE WATER PUMP NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10735421","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. CAUSE: HEATING FAULT CODE IN DIAGNOSIS(THERMOSTAT ACTIVATION). THERMOSTAT, HOUSING , AND ADAPTER REPLACED. REMOVED AND REPLACED COOLANT, CHECKED COOLING SYSTEM FOR LEAKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-accelerator-pedal-malfunction","label":"Accelerator pedal unresponsive or stuck at speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10906760","quote_1_text":"2013 MINI COOPER PACEMAN BASE AUTO. 05/30/2016- WE EXPERIENCE INSTANCES WHERE VEHICLE CONTINUES TO ACCELERATE MAINTAINING SPEED AFTER RELEASING GAS PEDAL WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET, HIGHWAY, CITY STREET GOING DOWNHILL","quote_2_odi":"10865535","quote_2_text":"I DROVE AN AUTOMATIC 2013 CERTIFIED MINI COOPER OFF THE LOT WITH 33K PRIOR MILES. AFTER LESS THAN A WEEK, AND AFTER ONLY DRIVING A TOTAL OF 254 MILES, THE ACCELERATOR FAILED IN THE MIDDLE OF AN INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-footwell-control-module-recall","label":"Footwell control module failure under recall 23V337000","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11538090","quote_1_text":"In July 2023, a recall letter I received from MINI states a defective Footwell Control Module “could potentially result in a short circuit, resulting in a potential thermal event which could increase the risk of a fire or injury.”","quote_2_odi":"11542058","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper Convertible. The contact stated that the turn signal became inoperable, and the windows failed to roll up or down. The contact stated there was an unknown red warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11609881","quote_3_text":"Blinkers stopped working and windows are no long rolling down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-gear-shift-liquid-intrusion","label":"Gear shift malfunction from spilled liquid","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10862049","quote_1_text":"THE CUP HOLDER LEAKS IF THERE IS ANY FLUID SPILLED IN IT AND SHORTS OUT AN ELECTRICAL COMPONENT THAT CONTROLS THE GEAR SHIFT KNOB. EVEN THE SMALLEST AMOUNT OF LIQUID CAN CAUSE THIS","quote_2_odi":"10545544","quote_2_text":"I JUST BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2013 MINI COOPER LAST YEAR ON NOVEMBER 2012. SOMETIME DURING LAST WEEK SEPTEMBER 18, 2013, I DROVE HOME FROM WORK TURN OFF MY CAR BUT THE KEY WOULDN'T RELEASE. I HAVE TO PRESS MANY TIMES FOR IT TO RELEASE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-passenger-airbag-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag disabled by seat occupancy sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11451191","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat OC3 Occupancy Sensor has malfunctioned, leading to the ECU to believe the seatbelt is unbuckled and disabling the passenger airbag while the car is in motion","quote_2_odi":"11567358","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mini Cooper. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger's side seat occupancy sensor","quote_3_odi":"10783526","quote_3_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT ON 10/15/2015 WHICH I REAR ENDED A PICKUP TRUCK. I WAS GOING ROUGHLY 45-50 MPH WHEN THE TRUCK IN FRONT SLAMMED THEIR BRAKES WHICH CAUSED ME TO CRASH INTO HIS REAR END OF THE TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof and windshield glass failure without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11072868","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT, THERE WAS NO EVENT, THERE WAS NOTHING TO CAUSE THIS TO OCCUR. IT HAD BEEN PARKED OVERNIGHT IN AN OPEN AREA, AS IT WAS BEING DRIVEN ON THE ONRAMP WHEN IT SOUNDED LIKE A WINDOW WAS OPEN","quote_2_odi":"10852862","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WAS FRACTURED WITHOUT IMPACT. THE WINDSHIELD WAS NO LONGER ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE AND WAS AT RISK OF COMPLETELY DETACHING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11574805","quote_1_text":"Freeze plug randomly popped out while driving causing vehicle to stall in the middle of traffic almost causing a major accident and or death","quote_2_odi":"11527183","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump relay circuit board has a failed point in the soldering, causing the car to intermittently stall and die on the road. My safety was at risk because my car died randomly with no warning on a busy road. Can not even limp car to side of road","quote_3_odi":"11449140","quote_3_text":"Repeated experiences of sudden engine operational failure and reduced and/or complete loss of power while driving. The engine malfunction indicator lamp comes on. Car stalls and stops in traffic on the highway and on streets blocking traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2013,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-roadster-2013-thermostat-cooling-failure","label":"Thermostat and cooling system failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11645399","quote_1_text":"Thermostat sensor malfunction. Mini coopers all around world had issues with the first generation thermostats and sensors, they created an entirely new system for all new minis with a new thermostat house and different sensor type","quote_2_odi":"11120568","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY MINI BRAND NEW IN 2013. I TOOK IT TO BE SERVICED REGULARLY AT CREVIER MINI AND I TOOK IT EVERY TIME I HAD A SERVICE LIGHT COME ON, WHICH WAS MULTIPLE TIMES IN THE FIRST COUPLE YEARS. THE WARRANTY LASTED UNTIL JUNE 2017","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-airbag-fault","label":"Airbag deployment or warning light fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112041","quote_1_text":"MY INSURANCE HAS ASKED ME TO FILE THIS COMPLAINT AS MY VEHICLE'SAIRBAGS DEPLOYED AT AN IMPACT UNDER 5 MPH LEADING TO THE CONCLUSION THAT THE AIRBAG SENSOR IN MY CAR IS FAULTY","quote_2_odi":"10863472","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED AND I WENT TO START IT UP IN THE MORNING TO GO TO WORK. A LIGHT CAME ON WHICH LOOKED LIKE AN AIRBAG/SEATBELT LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-drivetrain-hardware-failure","label":"Power train component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11549149","quote_1_text":"Engine motor mount sheared, allowing motor to interact with and bounce directly on the frame, and stressing the other connections and components","quote_2_odi":"10660274","quote_2_text":"2014 MINI COOPER S HARDTOP MANUAL TRANSMISSION FAIL. THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY DROPS OUT OF 1ST GEAR WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP, CAUSING THE CAR TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL","quote_3_odi":"10598798","quote_3_text":"GEAR SHIFT COMPLETELY BECAME DETACHED AT SPEED. TWO MAGAZINES HAVE HAD SAME ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-engine-stall-cutoff","label":"Unexpected engine stall or shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11537267","quote_1_text":"The fuse box JBE module has a Quality Assurance problem with a solder connection to the NEC low pressure fuel relay. This is a known issue with BMW/Mini. The car suddenly stalls without warning","quote_2_odi":"10693827","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. A \"VEHICLE NOT IN PARK, PLEASE PUT IN PARK AND RESTART\" MESSAGE WAS DISPLAYED ACROSS THE MESSAGE BOARD","quote_3_odi":"10617503","quote_3_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS (7/19/14 AND 7/29/14), THE ENGINE CUT-OFF, PUTTING THE CAR IN \"ACCESSORY MODE.\" ON BOTH OCCASIONS, I WAS DRIVING ON A FLAT ROAD, AT LOW SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-oil-pressure-loss","label":"Oil pressure loss with drivetrain malfunction warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10715824","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, CAR LOST OIL PRESSURE SUDDENLY, OIL POURED OUT OF VEHICLE, SMOKING AS WARNING LIGHTS INDICATED \"DRIVE TRAIN MALFUNCTION\" AND THEN, \"LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE: STOP VEHICLE\". DIAGNOSED AS A FAILURE OF A WELDING ON THE OIL PUMP HOUSING","quote_2_odi":"10704005","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED SHAKING AND HAVING LOUD CLUNKING RATTLING NOISE. THE EXHAUST WAS SPEWING HEAVY WHITE SMOKE. THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED AND THEN STOPPED WITH \" DRIVETRAIN MALFUNCTION.\"","quote_3_odi":"10672090","quote_3_text":"THIS WOULD BE THE SECOND TIME IN WHICH I HAVE HAD TO VISIT NICK ALEXANDER IMPORTS OF DOWNTOWN LOS ANGELES, DUE TO THE MALFUNCTIONING OF MY VEHICLE, SPECIFICALLY THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-structure-recall-parts-delay","label":"Structure recall 14V815000 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10733953","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE) WAS RECEIVED IN FEBRUARY OF 2015","quote_2_odi":"10731217","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V815000 (STRUCTURE). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10723675","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MINI COOPER. WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE VIOLENTLY. THE FAILURE RECURRED THREE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2014,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-roadster-2014-vehicle-fire","label":"Fire or smoke while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11473561","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mini Cooper. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was smoke detected from the vehicle. The vehicle caught fire without warning. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, or crash","quote_2_odi":"10758960","quote_2_text":"YOUTUBE LINK: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/WATCH?V=QWXHFEKSZ0W MINI COOPER S ROADSTER 6 SPEED MANUAL WHILE DRIVING SMELLED ODOR OF RUBBER BURNING, THEN ABOUT 10 SECONDS LATER SAW SMOKE COMING FROM THE DEFROSTER VENTS AND THEN SOME SORT OF WARNING LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-brake-system-malfunction","label":"ABS and brake system warning malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10778946","quote_1_text":"COMING UP TO AN INTERSECTION, THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW NORMALLY. THEN THE ABS KICKED IN AND THE CAR DID THE SHUDDER LIKE WHEN THE ABS IS ACTIVE. THEN THE ABS TURNED OFF AND THE BRAKES WENT SPONGY. THE CAR ROLLED INTO THE INTERSECTION THROUGH THE STOP SIGN","quote_2_odi":"11484820","quote_2_text":"The proportioning value that controls brake function had a catastrophic failure and caused the brake calipers especially the left front to lock suddenly","quote_3_odi":"11551994","quote_3_text":"Without any warning lamps,The vehicle started pulling left when the brakes were applied a certified mechanic looked at it and feels that is the due to a defective DSC/ABS control unit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-crankshaft-failure","label":"Crankshaft pulley and bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11427300","quote_1_text":"Crankshaft Pulley burnt while driving. Could not accelerate. Car threw overheating codes and AC blew hot air. Battery Charging Malfunction error shown as well","quote_2_odi":"11365676","quote_2_text":"CRANKSHAFT PULLEY WENT OUT AT 50,000 MILES WHILE IN MOTION MAKING CAR OVERHEAT","quote_3_odi":"11044252","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY 2015 MINI IN FOR ITS LAST SERVICE BEFORE CONVERTING MY LEASE INTO A FINANCING DEAL AND PURCHASING CAR. I WAS INFORMED THERE WAS AN ENGINE RECALL DUE TO CRANKSHAFT BEARING PROBLEM. THEY HAVE KNOW ABOUT THIS ISSUE FOR 2 YEARS YET NEVER INFORMED ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-engine-mount-suspension","label":"Engine mount and suspension bushing cracking","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11420895","quote_1_text":"Engine Mount and right control arm bushings have cracked and need to be replaced below 60,000 miles and only being 4 years old","quote_2_odi":"11191649","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE NOVEMBER 2017. CAR WAS PARKED AND WHEN I STARTED ENGINE THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE. I TOOK IT IMMEDIATELY TO MINI COOPER SERVICE. WAS TOLD THE PASSENGER SIDE ENGINE MOUNT HAD COLLAPSED AND IT HAS ALSO CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE HEAT SHIELD FOR THE TURBO","quote_3_odi":"11164732","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO ORLANDO MINI COOPER (350 S. LAKE N. DESTINY DR, ORLANDO, FL) FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE MOUNTS WERE CRACKED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-fuel-fill-shutoff","label":"Fuel filling nozzle shutoff during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11552838","quote_1_text":"The fuel filling nozzle turns off repeatedly while trying to fill the fuel tank and spills out causing a safety and environmental hazard, regardless of the pump being used. As a result, no fuel goes into the gas tank, instead it goes all over the car and the ground","quote_2_odi":"11450980","quote_2_text":"Fuel tank shuts off the gas pump no matter how much gas is in the tank. Faulty fuel tank vent (purge) value is causing the issue. This is a known issue on Mini's. A voluntary recall has been issued for 2016 Mini's, but this problem is also happening on 2015 Mini's","quote_3_odi":"11424939","quote_3_text":"Fuel tank did not allow me to input fuel. Pump clicked off immediately. MINI issued a service bulletin on the problem in 2015. I have been advised the entire fuel tank must be replaced, and have heard from other MINI owners this is a systemic problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2015,"make":"MINI","make_slug":"mini","model":"Cooper Roadster","model_slug":"cooper-roadster","cluster_id":"mini-cooper-2015-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway from park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10807750","quote_1_text":"MY 2015 MINI COOPER 4 DOOR HARDTOP WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE. I STARTED IT BUT HAD NOT PUT IT INTO GEAR YET. I OPENED THE DOOR AND GOT OUT (CAR DIDN'T BUDGE) AND AS I WALKED BACK TOWARDS THE REAR, THE CAR LURCHED OUT OF PARK AND REVERSED","quote_2_odi":"10935157","quote_2_text":"I MADE A RIGHT TURN FROM THE MAIN STREET, INTO THE PARKING LOT OF A STRIP MALL, THEN AN IMMEDIATE LEFT TURN, AND ANOTHER RIGHT TURN INTO THE RIGHT ANGLE PARKING SLOT. ALL THE WHILE HAVING MY FOOT ON THE BRAKES, I STARTED TO SHIFT INTO PARK, WHEN IT WAS IN THE RIGHT SPOT","quote_3_odi":"11394256","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MINI COOPER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO ENGAGE PROPERLY. SECURE GEAR ROLL- A-WAY WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mini/cooper-roadster","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mini"},{"year":2008,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Eclipse","model_slug":"eclipse","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-eclipse-2008-abs-brake-pedal-floor","label":"ABS hydraulic unit brake pedal loss during stops","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10817169","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10778117","quote_2_text":"HE SAID THAT MY ABS PUMP WAS LEAKING REALLY BAD AND HE CANNOT FIND/BUY THE PART ANYWHERE AND THAT I HAD TO TAKE IT TO THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"10548962","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN A CONGESTED ROAD, I TRIED TO COME TO A STOP AND THE PEDDLE WENT ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOORBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/mitsubishi/eclipse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2008,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Eclipse","model_slug":"eclipse","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-eclipse-2008-abs-recall-parts-delay","label":"ABS recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10861658","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V337000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10819761","quote_2_text":"ABS RECALL. NOTIFIED OF RECALL WARNING OF POSSIBLE \" REDUCTION IN BRAKING PERFORMANCE, INCREASING A RISK OF CRASH WITHOUT WARNING\"","quote_3_odi":"10807268","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS RECALLED JULY 2015 FOR ABS HYDAULIC BRAKE UNIT BECAUSE IT IS SUSCEPTABLE TO FAILURE. I HAVE CALLED THE DEALER EACH MONTH AND TILL THIS DAY THEY TELL ME THERE IS NO REMEDY FOR THE RECALL YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/mitsubishi/eclipse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2008,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Eclipse","model_slug":"eclipse","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-eclipse-2008-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment and SRS warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11737358","quote_1_text":"Wiring harness for air bag system that is under driver seat severed by normal seat movement","quote_2_odi":"10944623","quote_2_text":"DASH OF MY CAR STARTING ON THE PASSENGER SIDE JUST STARTED POPPING APART IT'S COME APART ALL THE WAY UP TO THE RADIO AND NOW MY PASSENGER AIRBAG KEEPS LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON","quote_3_odi":"10904493","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ON THE DRIVER SIDE. ALL THE OTHER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/mitsubishi/eclipse","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-acd-pump-corrosion","label":"AWC/ACD pump corrosion and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11207680","quote_1_text":"S-AWC PUMP HAS A CORRODIBLE HOUSING AND IS PLACED IN AN AREA THAT IS EXPOSED TO SALT AND WATER FROM THE REAR PASSENGER-SIDE WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10586998","quote_2_text":"THIS PUMP IS LOCATED DIRECTLY BEHIND THE REAR WHEEL. WHEN YOU LIVE IN AN AREA THAT IS COLD AND THE ROADS ARE SALTED THE PUMP GETS SPLASHED WITH SALTY ROAD WATER AND CORRODES THE PUMP","quote_3_odi":"10564208","quote_3_text":"ALL WHEEL CONTROL PUMP UNITS CONTINUE TO FAIL WITH OUT MITS... ATTEMPTING TO RESOLVE THE ISSUE. COSTING MIN $2000 FOR REPAIRS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-blower-motor-failure","label":"Blower motor and defrost failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11005112","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEFROST BLOWER FAILED TO FUNCTION BECAUSE THE BEARINGS WERE WEARING PREMATURELY","quote_2_odi":"11328333","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR UPON TURNING ON THE AIR CONDITION SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10864319","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE BLOWER FAILED AND THE FRONT WIND SHIELD COULD NOT BE DEFROSTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-brake-failure-abs-warning","label":"Brake failure with ABS warning light","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2009-03 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11253001","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES DID NOT ENGAGE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"10415579","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 35 MPH APPLIED THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN ON A GREEN LIGHT, BRAKES NEVER ENGAGED SO I PULLED THE E-BRAKE, THE CR GOT OUT OF CONTROLLED AND CRASHED INTO A LIGHT POLE","quote_3_odi":"10285038","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AT 60 MPH HE APPLIED PRESSURE TO THE BREAK PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. AS A CONSEQUENCE THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER, AND CAUGHT ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-engine-recall-parts-delay","label":"Engine cooling recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10670362","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) WAS RECEIVED IN OCTOBER OF 2014","quote_2_odi":"10658604","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE)","quote_3_odi":"10664571","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-headlight-ecu-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight shutoff from ECU fault","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11536104","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at night, the low-beam headlights turned off and turned on independently, causing a visibility hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11152951","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM, DAYLIGHTS AND HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10889258","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AT NIGHT, THE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and control arm corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11254746","quote_1_text":"SUBFRAME HAS RUSTED AND CORRODED TO THE POINT THAT THE DEALER HAS SUGGESTED I TOW THE VEHICLE HOME, STATING I AM A POTHOLE AWAY FROM A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND IT STRUCTURALLY FALLING APART","quote_2_odi":"11066656","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT SUBFRAME EXPERIENCED SEVERE CORROSION","quote_3_odi":"11343807","quote_3_text":"MY 17 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER LOST CONTROL OF HER CAR BECAUSE THE RIGHT SIDE TIRE STARTED TO SHAKE AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND SHE WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL CAR AND WRECKED ON 6/26/2020 HER AIR BAGS ON PASSENGER SIDE CAME OUT WHEN SHE WENT OFF THE ROAD IN A DITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2009,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2009-transmission-slowdown","label":"Slow-down warning with transmission power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11306186","quote_1_text":"AFTER DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT NORMAL SPEEDS, 70MPH AND UNDER, THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEATED AND A SLOW DOWN WARNING APPEARED","quote_2_odi":"10924332","quote_2_text":"WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_3_odi":"10315904","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION TC-SST IS FAILING ON THE 2009 RALLIART FROM MITSUBISHI THE GEARS GO CRAZY ON ME AND JUMP AROUND AND GEARS ARE SLIPPING AND GETTING STUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-abs-brake-pump-failure","label":"ABS/ASC hydraulic pump and brake failure","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11182884","quote_1_text":"MY COMPLAINT IS ON THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE PUMP/MOTOR ON 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCERS. IV READ ALOT AND TALKED TO ALOT OF PEOPLE ABOUT THIS ISSUE WHERE AT ANYTIME THE CAR ENDS UP HAVING A LOW OR BAD BATTERY, AND OR ANY OTHER ISSUES CAUSING LOWER THEN NORMAL VOLTAGE","quote_2_odi":"11323112","quote_2_text":"MY ABS AND ASC LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR A WHILE. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WASNT A PROBLEM, JUST A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. ONE DAY, I WAS COMING OFF AN EXIT RAMP TRYING TO BRAKE SO I COULD TURN BUT MY BRAKES WOULDNT ENGAGE SO I SLAM ON MY BRAKE AND THEY LOCKED UP","quote_3_odi":"10392356","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT WAS A PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE AS THE DRIVER WAS TRAVELING 35 MPH. THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED TO ATTEMPT A TURN BUT DID NOT RESPOND AND THE DRIVER ENGAGED THE PARKING BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-awd-acd-pump-failure","label":"AWD ACD/AYC hydraulic pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10536142","quote_1_text":"ON-DASH WARNING LIGHT OF \"4WD SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED\" CAME ON. THIS WARNING IS INDICATIVE OF A ACTIVE CENTER DIFFERENTIAL (ACD) PUMP FAILURE, GENERALLY DUE TO CORROSION FROM TREATED WINTER ROAD SURFACES AND/OR THE INABILITY TO HANDLE COLD-WEATHER CLIMATES","quote_2_odi":"10549457","quote_2_text":"TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT AND I RECEIVED A \"SERVICE AWD SYSTEM\" MESSAGE. CAUSED BY THE ACD/AYC PUMP BEING FAULTY WHICH IS APPARENTLY A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THESE CARS AS CORROSION HAPPENS TO THE EXPOSED PUMP","quote_3_odi":"10512745","quote_3_text":"\"4WD SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED\" WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND THAT THE ACD PUMP HAVE FAILED. PAID $3,000 BECAUSE IT'S NOT A WARRANTY PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-engine-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Engine cooling recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10689987","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10651376","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BURNING FUMES WERE EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). HOWEVER, THE PARTS NEEDED WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10664462","quote_3_text":"I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI OF LIBERTYVILLE ON 10/28/14. I WAS LOOKING TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE CARE OF THE RECALL. THEY TOOK MY INFORMATION, AND TOLD ME THE PART(S) HAD TO BE ORDERED AND THAT THEY WOULD CONTACT ME WHEN THE PART(S) HAD ARRIVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor entering cabin through vents","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2012-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10467073","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A SMELL OF FUEL EMITTED THROUGH THE VENTS AFTER DRIVING FOR APPROXIMATELY TWENTY MINUTES. THE SMELL BECAME MORE PROFOUND WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER WAS TURNED ON","quote_2_odi":"10466886","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER WITH A 3/4 FULL GAS TANK THERE WAS SUDDENLY A STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE FRONT AIR CONDITIONING VENTS. THE A/C SYSTEM WAS IN RECIRCULATE MODE. THE SMELL WAS SO STRONG THAT I STARTED TO GET DIZZY","quote_3_odi":"10415242","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION GSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, AN EXTREMELY STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-sunroof-failure","label":"Sunroof shattering or detaching while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172765","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11122780","quote_2_text":"2010 LANCER RECALL NUMBER SR-18-003. WHILE DRIVING FROM TEXAS TO CALIFORNIA AFTER GETTING OUT OF THE SERVICE THE SUNROOF BLEW OUT AND RIPPED AWAY AT FROM THE CAR WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH AND IT WAS IN A CLOSED AND LOCKED POSITION","quote_3_odi":"10971796","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED FOR UNKNOWN REASON. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT. NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2010-transmission-clutch-failure","label":"Transmission and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10448775","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP, THE CONTACT MOVED THE CLUTCH IN ORDER TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING","quote_2_odi":"10745960","quote_2_text":"THE TC-SST IN THE RALLIART SHOWED SIGNS OF SLIPPAGE AND MISSING GEARS. AT ONE POINT DURING OPERATION THE TRANSMISSION HAS GEARS COMPLETELY MISSING LEADING TO ROAD SAFETY ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"10490039","quote_3_text":"FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED ON 12/6/10 WHEN THE CAR HAD 11,000 MILES ON IT. SOMETIMES WHEN PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL, THE ENGINE REVS UP BUT THE CAR DOESN'T MOVE. THIS PROBLEM HAS HAPPENED ABOUT 25 TIMES SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN NOVEMBER 2009","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2011-acd-ayc-pump-failure","label":"ACD/AYC pump failure due to corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10621577","quote_1_text":"MONDAY MORNING I WARMED UP MY CAR FOR 5 MINUTES. STARTED TO DRIVE MY CAR FOR ABOUT 15 SECONDS, AWD SERVICE REQUIRED POPPED UP ON MY DISPLAY. I STOPPED THE CAR AND BROUGHT IT BACK HOME. LOOKED UP WHAT THE ISSUE COULD BE AND FOUND OUT THAT THE ACD PUMP HAS FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10542370","quote_2_text":"MY CAR BEGAN TO HAVE A FLASHING ACTIVE YAW CONTROL LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT AYC/ACD PUMP WAS FAILING DUE TO SEVERE CORROSION. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE AWD STOPS FUNCTIONING, SO THE CAR IS NOW IN TWO WHEEL DRIVE MODE","quote_3_odi":"10633477","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUE FIRST PRESENTED ITSELF AS A FLASHING ALL WHEEL CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35,000 MILES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT WAS INITIALLY AN INTERMITTENT ISSUE THAT OCCURRED ONLY OCCASIONALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2011-cvt-transmission-shift","label":"CVT and transmission shifting failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11031968","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE OPERATING AT >3000 RPM CVT AND ENGINE WHINE AND LOSS OF POWER","quote_2_odi":"11054459","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT INTO GEAR EASILY AS WELL AS JUMPS OUT OF FIRST GEAR WHEN TAKING OFF FROM STOP. WHEN SHIFTING INTO 3RD AND 5TH IT IS DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO WHILE MOVING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN DRIVING. ALL UPPER GEARS ARE DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO","quote_3_odi":"11170650","quote_3_text":"AT SLOW SPEEDS WHEN YOUR FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR OR HOLDING IT STEADY AND YOU APPLY THE PEDAL DOWN TO GO FORWARD THERE IS A DELAY AS IF THE TRANSMISSIONS TRYING TO FIND A SPEED TO GO TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2011-engine-cooling-recall-parts","label":"Engine cooling recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10681333","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"10664238","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER SPORTSBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE VIBRATED WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT HAD TO EXERT EXCESSIVE FORCE IN ORDER TO MANEUVER THE","quote_3_odi":"10651653","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). HOWEVER, THE NEEDED PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2011-fuel-odor-tank-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel tank leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11053369","quote_1_text":"AFTER FILLING UP ON GASOLINE, MY 4 YEAR OLD MENTIONED THAT SHE SMELLED GAS IN THE CAR. I IMMEDIATELY GOT HOME AND PULLED INTO MY GARAGE AND SMELLED IT, TOO. THEN NEXT MORNING, MY GARAGE WAS OVERWHELMED WITH THE FUMES. AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC INSPECT THE CAR, HE FOUND GAS WAS","quote_2_odi":"10933941","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED AT ANY SPEED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11243385","quote_3_text":"I SMELL FUEL IN MY CAR FAIRLY OFTEN, ALSO I HAVE A RECALL ON MY CAR AND THE DEALERSHIP WILL DO NOTHING ABOUT IT. I RAN CODES AND THEY ALL POINT BACK TO AN ISSUE WITH TH COMPUTER. WHEN I'M DRIVING IT WILL JUST START SMELLING LIKE FUEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2011-subframe-crossmember","label":"Front subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":49,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11428338","quote_1_text":"Routine service at 112 Mitsubishi Dealer/Service Center noted that my front crossbar was severely corroded and “coming apart in chunks”. They noted that this defect is known and was recalled on later model years of my car, but not my 2011","quote_2_odi":"11428725","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while having the vehicle inspected, the front crossmember was corroded. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired","quote_3_odi":"11484709","quote_3_text":"I got a service needed warning for the electric power steering and I lost all power steering... As it turned out, the rack and pinion was bad because the subframe rotted out where the rack and pinion mounts up and a custom built subframe and rack and pinion had to be installed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11316710","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT YESTERDAY WHEN SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I WAS GOING MAYBE 40 MPH DOWN A STRAIGHT CITY STREET BUT MY AIRBAGS DID NOT GO OFF WHEN I WAS HIT","quote_2_odi":"10700824","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS RECENTLY WRECKED GOING AROUND THE CORNER IN THE SNOW IS IT SLID OFF THE ROAD INTO A TELEPHONE POLE AND THE FIRE HYDRANT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT GO OFF WHEN WE IMPACT WE WERE DOING ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-airbag-recall-warning","label":"Air bag warning light and Takata recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11183136","quote_1_text":"WARNING INDICATOR IN MANUAL AND DISPLAY HAS A SEATBELT AND AIRBAG PICTURE","quote_2_odi":"11064971","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V569000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-awd-pump-failure","label":"AWD/AYC pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11241884","quote_1_text":"THE AYC PUMP(AWD PUMP) KEEPS SAYING IT'S GOING OUT AND THIS HAPPENS TO MULTIPLE PEOPLE. A LOT OF OTHER OWNERS HAVE THE EXACT SAME EXPERIENCE. THE PUMP NEEDS TO BE RELOCATED AND REPLACED AT MITSUBISHI'S COST","quote_2_odi":"11063484","quote_2_text":"ACD PUMP HEAVILY CORRODED FROM NORMAL USE. THE LOCATION AND MATERIAL ARE GUARANTEED TO CAUSE CORROSION. THERE ARE EVEN AFTERMARKET RELOCATION KITS AVAILABLE. THIS PROBLEM NEEDS TO BE RECOGNIZED","quote_3_odi":"10903647","quote_3_text":"AFTER ABOUT 35,000 MILES A WARNING LIGHT CAME UP SAYING ASC SERVICE REQUIRED. AFTER FURTHER INSPECTION IT TURNED OUT TO BE THAT THE AWD PUMP WAS OUT. THE LIGHT COMES ON MEANWHILE I DRIVE AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-clutch-flywheel-failure","label":"Clutch and flywheel failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10966440","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE CLUTCH PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, AN ABNORMAL CLICKING SOUND EMITTED FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10650428","quote_2_text":"VIN TOLD ME THAT THE CLUTCH & FLY WHEEL HAD BURNED OUT AND THAT MITSUBISHI WAS NO LONGER GOING TO COVER REPAIRS, WHICH HAD NOW REACHED $3,200","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-cvt-stall","label":"CVT transmission stall and slow-down warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11551801","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS APROX. 100K MILES ON ODOMETER AS OF TIME OF COMPLAINT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR TRANSMISSION \"SLOW DOWN\" MESSAGE BEFORE. VEHICLE HESITATES FOR APROX. 1-2 SEC. BEFORE MOVING FROM A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11337776","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SLOW DOWN MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED AND OPERATED AS DESIGNED","quote_3_odi":"11035277","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS CVT TRANSMISSION AND WHEN THE CAR AND ENGINE ARE COLD THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT MOVE THE CAR. CAR REVS TO 1500-2000 RPM AMD WILL EVENTUALLY BEGIN TO CREEP FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire or smoke","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11186330","quote_1_text":"ON 09/15/2018 AT ROUGHLY 11:30 AM WHILE OPERATING MY 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X WITH 32,XXX MILES I EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER, INCREASED EXHAUST NOISE AND THE ILLUMINATION OF POWERTRAIN FAULT LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","quote_2_odi":"11044251","quote_2_text":"ON SEPT. 15, 2017, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN MY 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER AND EXPERIENCED COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE (WHILE IN MOTION), CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"10654445","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WITHOUT ANY WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-lancer-2014-subframe-rust","label":"Subframe and cross-member corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11609530","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11506744","quote_2_text":"The subframe on a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer with 57,000 miles on it has rusted and cracked. This seems identical to NHTSA campaign number: 20V-279 but this year/make is not covered under recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11112813","quote_1_text":"'TAKATA RECALL' I RAN INTO A TREE AT 55MPH AND HIT A TREE. WHEN I HIT THE TREE THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10915895","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE TURNED 360 DEGREES AND CRASHED INTO A LAMP POST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-bluetooth-disconnects","label":"Bluetooth phone connection drops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10898066","quote_1_text":"I DIDN'T THINK NOTHING OF IT UNTIL IT HAPPENED EVERY SINGLE TIME I TRIED TO TALK WITH MY BLUETOOTH ON. EVERY SINGLE TIME THAT I HAVE MY IPHONE 6S PLUS CONNECTED TO MY BLUETOOTH ON MY 15 LANCER, IT ALWAYS DISCONNECTS AND THEN RECONNECTS IN A FEW SECONDS OR RIGHT UNDER A MINUTE","quote_2_odi":"10885409","quote_2_text":"THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH THE CAR AND ANY CELL PHONE I TRY TO HAVE CONNECTED WITH THE CAR. MITSUBISHI TOLD ME IT WAS THE CELL PHONES FAULT NOT THE CAR. SO I WENT AND BOUGHT AN IPHONE 6S AND GOT RID OF MY GALAXY S5","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-clutch-transmission-low-mileage","label":"Clutch and transmission failure at low mileage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11043027","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS ONLY BEEN DRIVEN JUST UNDER 6 MONTHS WITH NO ABUSE AND WITH JUST AT 10,000 MILES THE CLUTCH FAILED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CLAIM WEAR ITEM","quote_2_odi":"11464431","quote_2_text":"Without any prior warning lights or issues with the car. While i drove to work, about 10-15 miles away or 20 min drive, i came to a stop at a red light and when it turned green the car could not get into 2nd gear and would juts rev mostly in place","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-cvt-hesitation-overheat","label":"CVT hesitation and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11019040","quote_1_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION; VEHICLE HAS 45K MILES, NO RECALL WAS RECORDED FOR MY VIN BUT I CLEARLY EXPERIENCE THE STATED SYMPTOMS OF THE COMMUNICATION LOSS BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THERE IS A BRIEF \"HESITATION \" FAILURE TO MOVE","quote_2_odi":"10967089","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE \"STUMBLES\" DURING ACCELERATION AFTER COMPLETE STOP OR AFTER MAKING A LOW SPEED TURN. THE ISSUE HAS NO SYSTEMATIC REGULARITY AND WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS, TYPE AND ORIGIN OF GASOLINE, OR ANY COMMON ROAD CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-engine-stalls-no-warning","label":"Engine stalls without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11258649","quote_1_text":"WHEN YOU GO TO YOU PRESS ON THE GAS IT STARTS TO STALL OUT. THIS STARTED 24 HOURS AFTER I DRIVE OFF FROM USED CAR LOT. AND UPON FURTHER REVIEW, IT DID HAVE A RECALL AND THEY SAID THEY FIXED IT","quote_2_odi":"10874897","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITH A HALF TANK OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11544052","quote_1_text":"I was working on my 2015 Mitsubishi this weekend when i noticed how bad the rear subframe is rusted away. It actually has a crack along it from rusting. I do know there was a recall on the from crossmember for the same exact reason","quote_2_odi":"11519910","quote_2_text":"The rear crossmember subframe is rusted out very badly, and has all the rear axel and components attached to it. This is very unacceptable for car that cost nearly 40 grand","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking, and limp-mode failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11674840","quote_1_text":"It’s throwing a P084A code and it feels like the transmission is about to let loose. I bought the car with 30,000 on it in 2016 and it has a hair over 136,000 and ever since I’ve had it it’s always had this transmission lag jerk in it. Very scuttle but you can feel it. Then all o","quote_2_odi":"11438417","quote_2_text":"Our 2016 lancer has suddenly started hesitating/ taking seconds to shift from park to reverse/drive. Also while driving vehicle its rpms fluctuate causing a shudder and surge in power or acceleration. This is a very alarming problem as it puts mine and my kids safety as it hesita","quote_3_odi":"10979053","quote_3_text":"I HAVE NOTICED AN ISSUE WITH MY CARS ACCELERATION FROM A 0 MILE PER HOUR STARTING POINT TO A 30 MPH. IT IS VERY SUDDEN AND RANDOM. IT HAS OCCURRED SEVERAL TIMES FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR A STOP SIGN. THERE IS A SECOND TO AS LONG AS 4 SECOND HESITATION IN ACCELERATION. ACC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2016-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical system failure causing loss of motive power","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11482208","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 50 MPH, the RPM increased from 2,000 to 5,000. Additionally, speedometer became inoperable, he brake was not working as designed, and the Service Transmission message was d","quote_2_odi":"11457333","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact stated he was not sure if any warning lights were illuminated. The contact was able to safely pull over to the side of the road. The vehicl","quote_3_odi":"11331284","quote_3_text":"THE CAR DOESNT CRANK AND WE HAVE TO WAIT LIKE 2 OR 3 MIN AND THEN WILL CRANK BUT STRUGGLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer","model_slug":"lancer","cluster_id":"lancer-2016-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe corrosion and structural failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11607451","quote_1_text":"I've had the vehicle for 7 years and after inspection performed by the dealer, there is so much subframe rot that my car will not pass the next inspection due in April. I've contacted Mitsubishi and they said there is nothing they can do as there isn't any recall. This model of M","quote_2_odi":"11483994","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving down his driveway at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal popping sound coming from underneath the front end of the vehicle. The contact engaged the parking brake. The vehicle was taken to an indepe","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/lancer","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-abs-pump-failure","label":"ABS/ASC brake pump failure and warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11182884","quote_1_text":"MY COMPLAINT IS ON THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE PUMP/MOTOR ON 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCERS","quote_2_odi":"11231192","quote_2_text":"I HAD SOME WARNING LIGHTS COME ON FOR THE ASC AND ABS SYSTEMS BEING DISABLED. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THE ABS PUMP WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED FOR OVER $3000","quote_3_odi":"11323112","quote_3_text":"MY ABS AND ASC LIGHTS HAVE BEEN ON FOR A WHILE. TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WASNT A PROBLEM, JUST A FAULTY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-acd-ayc-pump-failure","label":"AWD active center differential pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10515037","quote_1_text":"EVERY MITSUBISHI LANCER EVO X KEEPS HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM WITH OUR ACD/AYC PUMP FAILURE THAT WILL COST ME/OWNER A STAGGERING 2000 TO 3000 DOLLARS TO FIX","quote_2_odi":"10609478","quote_2_text":"ACTIVE YAW CONTROL PUMP THAT IS PART OF THE CAR'S ALL WHEEL CONTROL SYSTEM IS FAILING. PUMP IS NOT COVERED BY MANUFACTURER POWER TRAIN WARRANTY EVEN THOUGH IT'S PART OF THE POWER TRAIN","quote_3_odi":"10512745","quote_3_text":"\"4WD SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED\" WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP TO FIND THAT THE ACD PUMP HAVE FAILED. PAID $3,000 BECAUSE IT'S NOT A WARRANTY PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and transmission engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10448775","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP, THE CONTACT MOVED THE CLUTCH IN ORDER TO ACCELERATE BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESPOND","quote_2_odi":"10558268","quote_2_text":"INDICATED POSSIBLE CLUTCH FAILURE/CLUTCH PEDAL STICKING ISSUES TO LOCAL DEALERSHIP. CLUTCH WENT OUT BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO BRING THE VEHICLE IN FOR SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"10920538","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN PARK, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT FROM THE PARK POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel odor entering passenger cabin","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2012-07","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10466886","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME IN 100 DEGREE WEATHER WITH A 3/4 FULL GAS TANK THERE WAS SUDDENLY A STRONG FUEL SMELL COMING FROM THE FRONT AIR CONDITIONING VENTS","quote_2_odi":"10416790","quote_2_text":"THE SMELL OF GAS FUMES WHILE DRIVING COMING FROM A 2010 MITSUBISHI EVOLUTION TOURING. THIS HAPPENS EITHER WITH THE AC ON OR OFF, WHILE STANDING IN TRAFFIC OR DOING THE SPEED LIMIT OR DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10415242","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION GSR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, AN EXTREMELY STRONG ODOR OF FUEL EMITTED INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Engine recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10676601","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10651376","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BURNING FUMES WERE EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE)","quote_3_odi":"10664462","quote_3_text":"I CONTACTED MITSUBISHI OF LIBERTYVILLE ON 10/28/14. I WAS LOOKING TO SET UP AN APPOINTMENT TO TAKE CARE OF THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2010-visibility-component-failure","label":"Sunroof, wiper, and sun visor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172765","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10971796","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED FOR UNKNOWN REASON. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY. TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT. NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"10935102","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-ayc-acd-pump-failure","label":"AYC/ACD pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10542370","quote_1_text":"MY CAR BEGAN TO HAVE A FLASHING ACTIVE YAW CONTROL LIGHT ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. IT WAS DETERMINED THAT AYC/ACD PUMP WAS FAILING DUE TO SEVERE CORROSION. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE AWD STOPS FUNCTIONING, SO THE CAR IS NOW IN TWO WHEEL DRIVE MODE. MITSUBISHI MOUNTED THE AYC PUMP IN","quote_2_odi":"10633477","quote_2_text":"THE ISSUE FIRST PRESENTED ITSELF AS A FLASHING ALL WHEEL CONTROL INDICATOR LIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35,000 MILES WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. IT WAS INITIALLY AN INTERMITTENT ISSUE THAT OCCURRED ONLY OCCASIONALLY. I ARRIVED HOME FROM MY TRIP AND WAS AT THE DEALERSHIP AT 36,200 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10621577","quote_3_text":"MONDAY MORNING I WARMED UP MY CAR FOR 5 MINUTES. STARTED TO DRIVE MY CAR FOR ABOUT 15 SECONDS, AWD SERVICE REQUIRED POPPED UP ON MY DISPLAY. I STOPPED THE CAR AND BROUGHT IT BACK HOME. LOOKED UP WHAT THE ISSUE COULD BE AND FOUND OUT THAT THE ACD PUMP HAS FAILED. THIS IS A WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-electrical-no-start-lighting","label":"Electrical no-start and exterior lighting malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11494649","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle the headlights will turn off at random intervals. The passenger side rear tail light is out and remains out despite changing the bulb. Water leaks through a gap in the body into the light and the trunk. Headlights need to be reliable in order to ensure","quote_2_odi":"10594068","quote_2_text":"LETTER FROM SENATOR TOOMEY ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE 2011 MITSUBISHI (ATTN: ROBERT SIMPSON). *SMD ACCORDING TO THE INVOICES, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START, AND THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER ON FOUR OCCASIONS. *JB","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-engine-cooling-recall-parts","label":"Engine cooling recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681333","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"10651653","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCIER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). HOWEVER, THE NEEDED PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO INFORM WHEN THE PART WOULD BECOME AVAILABLE. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel pump housing leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11053369","quote_1_text":"AFTER FILLING UP ON GASOLINE, MY 4 YEAR OLD MENTIONED THAT SHE SMELLED GAS IN THE CAR. I IMMEDIATELY GOT HOME AND PULLED INTO MY GARAGE AND SMELLED IT, TOO. THEN NEXT MORNING, MY GARAGE WAS OVERWHELMED WITH THE FUMES. AFTER HAVING A MECHANIC INSPECT THE CAR, HE FOUND GAS WAS","quote_2_odi":"10933941","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL FUEL ODOR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATED AT ANY SPEED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE DEALER COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-seat-belt-latch-retract-failure","label":"Seat belt latch and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10493622","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT MECHANISM WILL NOT LATCH PROPERLY. IT IS NOT SECURE AND DANGEROUS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10481024","quote_2_text":"WENT TO PUT CHILD IN CAR SEAT AND THE SEATBELT WON'T RETRACT BACK. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-subframe-crossmember-corrosion","label":"Front subframe and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11484709","quote_1_text":"I got a service needed warning for the electric power steering and I lost all power steering... As it turned out, the rack and pinion was bad because the subframe rotted out where the rack and pinion mounts up and a custom built subframe and rack and pinion had to be installed","quote_2_odi":"11428338","quote_2_text":"Routine service at 112 Mitsubishi Dealer/Service Center noted that my front crossbar was severely corroded and “coming apart in chunks”. They noted that this defect is known and was recalled on later model years of my car, but not my 2011. Considering it was recalled already and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2011-transmission-hesitation-failure","label":"Transmission hesitation and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11170650","quote_1_text":"AT SLOW SPEEDS WHEN YOUR FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR OR HOLDING IT STEADY AND YOU APPLY THE PEDAL DOWN TO GO FORWARD THERE IS A DELAY AS IF THE TRANSMISSIONS TRYING TO FIND A SPEED TO GO TO. MY MECHANIC CHECKED OUT THE ENGINE ALL COMPUTERS SYSTEMS ARE GOOD AND THE ENGINE RUNS FINE","quote_2_odi":"11054459","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT INTO GEAR EASILY AS WELL AS JUMPS OUT OF FIRST GEAR WHEN TAKING OFF FROM STOP. WHEN SHIFTING INTO 3RD AND 5TH IT IS DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO WHILE MOVING. THIS IS A DANGEROUS SITUATION WHEN DRIVING. ALL UPPER GEARS ARE DIFFICULT TO SHIFT INTO. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evolution-2014-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11316710","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT YESTERDAY WHEN SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. I WAS GOING MAYBE 40 MPH DOWN A STRAIGHT CITY STREET BUT MY AIRBAGS DID NOT GO OFF WHEN I WAS HIT","quote_2_odi":"10700824","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS RECENTLY WRECKED GOING AROUND THE CORNER IN THE SNOW IS IT SLID OFF THE ROAD INTO A TELEPHONE POLE AND THE FIRE HYDRANT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT GO OFF WHEN WE IMPACT WE WERE DOING ABOUT 40 MILES PER HOUR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evolution-2014-awd-pump-failure","label":"AWD system pump (AYC/ACD) failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11241884","quote_1_text":"THE AYC PUMP(AWD PUMP) KEEPS SAYING IT'S GOING OUT AND THIS HAPPENS TO MULTIPLE PEOPLE. A LOT OF OTHER OWNERS HAVE THE EXACT SAME EXPERIENCE","quote_2_odi":"11063484","quote_2_text":"ACD PUMP HEAVILY CORRODED FROM NORMAL USE. THE LOCATION AND MATERIAL ARE GUARANTEED TO CAUSE CORROSION. THERE ARE EVEN AFTERMARKET RELOCATION KITS AVAILABLE. THIS PROBLEM NEEDS TO BE RECOGNIZED","quote_3_odi":"10903647","quote_3_text":"AFTER ABOUT 35,000 MILES A WARNING LIGHT CAME UP SAYING ASC SERVICE REQUIRED. AFTER FURTHER INSPECTION IT TURNED OUT TO BE THAT THE AWD PUMP WAS OUT. THE LIGHT COMES ON MEANWHILE I DRIVE AROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evolution-2014-cvt-slow-down-stall","label":"CVT slow-down message and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11551801","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS APROX. 100K MILES ON ODOMETER AS OF TIME OF COMPLAINT. VEHICLE HAS BEEN REPAIRED FOR TRANSMISSION \"SLOW DOWN\" MESSAGE BEFORE. VEHICLE HESITATES FOR APROX. 1-2 SEC. BEFORE MOVING FROM A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11337776","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SLOW DOWN MESSAGE DISPLAYED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL AS THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_3_odi":"11035277","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS CVT TRANSMISSION AND WHEN THE CAR AND ENGINE ARE COLD THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT MOVE THE CAR. CAR REVS TO 1500-2000 RPM AMD WILL EVENTUALLY BEGIN TO CREEP FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evolution-2014-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine bay fire or smoke","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11186330","quote_1_text":"ON 09/15/2018 AT ROUGHLY 11:30 AM WHILE OPERATING MY 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER EVOLUTION X WITH 32,XXX MILES I EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER, INCREASED EXHAUST NOISE AND THE ILLUMINATION OF POWERTRAIN FAULT LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","quote_2_odi":"11044251","quote_2_text":"ON SEPT. 15, 2017, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IN MY 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER AND EXPERIENCED COMPLETE ENGINE FAILURE (WHILE IN MOTION), CREATING A SAFETY HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"10654445","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI LANCER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WITHOUT ANY WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evolution-2014-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe and cross-member corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11609530","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud thumping sound coming from underneath the vehicle. The contact pulled over the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11506744","quote_2_text":"The subframe on a 2014 Mitsubishi Lancer with 57,000 miles on it has rusted and cracked. This seems identical to NHTSA campaign number: 20V-279 but this year/make is not covered under recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11112813","quote_1_text":"'TAKATA RECALL' I RAN INTO A TREE AT 55MPH AND HIT A TREE. WHEN I HIT THE TREE THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10915895","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE TURNED 360 DEGREES AND CRASHED INTO A LAMP POST ON THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-bluetooth-disconnects","label":"Bluetooth phone connection drops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10898066","quote_1_text":"I DIDN'T THINK NOTHING OF IT UNTIL IT HAPPENED EVERY SINGLE TIME I TRIED TO TALK WITH MY BLUETOOTH ON. EVERY SINGLE TIME THAT I HAVE MY IPHONE 6S PLUS CONNECTED TO MY BLUETOOTH ON MY 15 LANCER, IT ALWAYS DISCONNECTS AND THEN RECONNECTS IN A FEW SECONDS OR RIGHT UNDER A MINUTE","quote_2_odi":"10885409","quote_2_text":"THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE BLUETOOTH CONNECTION WITH THE CAR AND ANY CELL PHONE I TRY TO HAVE CONNECTED WITH THE CAR. MITSUBISHI TOLD ME IT WAS THE CELL PHONES FAULT NOT THE CAR. SO I WENT AND BOUGHT AN IPHONE 6S AND GOT RID OF MY GALAXY S5","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-clutch-transmission-low-mileage","label":"Clutch and transmission failure at low mileage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11043027","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS ONLY BEEN DRIVEN JUST UNDER 6 MONTHS WITH NO ABUSE AND WITH JUST AT 10,000 MILES THE CLUTCH FAILED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER CLAIM WEAR ITEM","quote_2_odi":"11464431","quote_2_text":"Without any prior warning lights or issues with the car. While i drove to work, about 10-15 miles away or 20 min drive, i came to a stop at a red light and when it turned green the car could not get into 2nd gear and would juts rev mostly in place","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-cvt-hesitation-overheat","label":"CVT hesitation and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11019040","quote_1_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION; VEHICLE HAS 45K MILES, NO RECALL WAS RECORDED FOR MY VIN BUT I CLEARLY EXPERIENCE THE STATED SYMPTOMS OF THE COMMUNICATION LOSS BETWEEN THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THERE IS A BRIEF \"HESITATION \" FAILURE TO MOVE","quote_2_odi":"10967089","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE \"STUMBLES\" DURING ACCELERATION AFTER COMPLETE STOP OR AFTER MAKING A LOW SPEED TURN. THE ISSUE HAS NO SYSTEMATIC REGULARITY AND WAS NOT ASSOCIATED WITH WEATHER CONDITIONS, TYPE AND ORIGIN OF GASOLINE, OR ANY COMMON ROAD CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-engine-stalls-no-warning","label":"Engine stalls without warning while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11258649","quote_1_text":"WHEN YOU GO TO YOU PRESS ON THE GAS IT STARTS TO STALL OUT. THIS STARTED 24 HOURS AFTER I DRIVE OFF FROM USED CAR LOT. AND UPON FURTHER REVIEW, IT DID HAVE A RECALL AND THEY SAID THEY FIXED IT","quote_2_odi":"10874897","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI LANCER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITH A HALF TANK OF FUEL IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Lancer Evolution","model_slug":"lancer-evolution","cluster_id":"lancer-evo-2015-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11544052","quote_1_text":"I was working on my 2015 Mitsubishi this weekend when i noticed how bad the rear subframe is rusted away. It actually has a crack along it from rusting. I do know there was a recall on the from crossmember for the same exact reason","quote_2_odi":"11519910","quote_2_text":"The rear crossmember subframe is rusted out very badly, and has all the rear axel and components attached to it. This is very unacceptable for car that cost nearly 40 grand","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/lancer-evolution","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-airbag-deploy-failure","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11144745","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN THE CENTER OF A FOUR CAR COLLISION IN WHICH MY CAR WAS HIT FROM THE FRONT AND BACK, WHILE STATIONARY AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS AT A STOP ALONG A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"10855013","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED WHILE AT A STOP. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE FRONT AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10587557","quote_3_text":"ON APRIL 18, 2014 ONLY 2 MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING THEIR BRAND NEW 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE MY PARENTS WERE HIT HEAD ON AFTER A PERSON SWERVED INTO THEIR LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-airbag-recall-remedy","label":"Air bag recall remedy unavailable or ineffective","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11202572","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS SERVICED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V686000 (AIR BAGS) BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC","quote_2_odi":"11054493","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V686000 (AIR BAGS). THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A DEALER TO PROVIDE THE RECALL REMEDY","quote_3_odi":"11196473","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG DETECTOR IN PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED SHORTLY AFTER OUT OF WARRANTY PERIOD WITH NO OBVIOUS CAUSE OF FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10789398","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE FAILURE WAS A DEFECT FROM THE MANUFACTURER AND COULD NOT BE REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10702953","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC AT A RED LIGHT. THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN. APPROX. 100 - 150 YRDS BEYOND THE INTERSECTION THE VEHICLE 3 CARS AHEAD OF ME SLAMMED ON THEIR BRAKES. THIS CAUSED THE TWO VEHI LES BETWEEN THEM AND ME TO SLAM ON THEIR BRAKES. I HIT MY CLUTCH AND BRAKE TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"11022287","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE'S ENGINE IS SHAKING ON THE ARMS, LIGHTS GOING OFF ESP. DURING WET WEATHER, AND CORROSION IS EXTREME. MY BRAKES CUT ON AND OFF - THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR IN JUNE, 2017","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-brake-pad-noise","label":"Front brake pad wear and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11217283","quote_1_text":"SQUEAKING AND ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE FROM FRONT BRAKES LEADING TO INCREASED STOPPING DISTANCE, RIMS GET VERY HOT TO THE TOUCH, INCREASED SQUEALING AND GRINDING ESP IN CITY DRIVING, ALL BRAKES AND ROTORS WERE REPLACED THIS MONTH ALONG WITH ALIGNMENT AND NEW TIRES","quote_2_odi":"10994927","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO COMPLETELY STOP THE VEHICLE. A GRINDING NOISE WAS HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10725636","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE BRAKE PADS FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-cvt-shudder","label":"CVT shudder and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11062060","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION IDLE SHUDDER. ERRATIC SHIFTING. FEELS LIKE CVT FAILING. MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP CONFIRMED AND REPROGRAMMED CVT PER BULLETIN FROM MANUFACTURER. DENIED COVERAGE UNDER 10 YEAR / 100,000 POWER TRAIN WARRANTY. DEALER SAID PROGRAMMING IS NOT PARTS FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"11386766","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION CVT HAVE PROBLEMS. CAR HAD A CHANGE TRANSMISSION OIL IN DEC 2020, AND YESTERDAY CAR STOP TO GEAR AND INCREASE SPEED. AFTER USED OBII SCAN, IT POP UP 5 DIFFERENTS CODE INCLUDING SOLENOIDE PROBLEM AND SPEED SENSORS","quote_3_odi":"10588127","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT DOWN AND JERKED UPON RESTARTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPROGRAMMED THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-rear-axle-alignment","label":"Rear axle alignment causing tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10955654","quote_1_text":"IN DECEMBER 2016 PURCHASED 3RD SET OF BRAND NEW TIRES DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR. WAS TOLD REAR SUSPENSION/AXLE WELDED IN, AND AT AN ANGLE, CAUSING EXCESSIVE WEAR AND TEAR ON TIRES, EVEN WITH REGULAR ROTATIONS","quote_2_odi":"10870955","quote_2_text":"THE CAR DOES NOT HANDLE WELL WHEN GOING AROUND BENDS, IT WANTS TO PULL YOU OFF THE ROAD. IT HAS BEEN FOUND THAT MANY OF THESE CARS LIKE MINE HAVE A VERY BAD ALIGNMENT PROBLEM ON THE REAR AXLE WITCH IS NOT ADJUSTABLE","quote_3_odi":"10760204","quote_3_text":"REAR ALIGNMENT OUTSIDE SPECIFICATION, BUT NOT ADJUSTABLE, AS SPINDLES ARE WELDED TO THE AXLE, MAKING SHIM PLATE INSTALLATION IMPOSSIBLE. MY VEHICLE SHOWED EXCESS TOE-IN AND EXCESS NEGATIVE CAMBER, CREATING TIRE WEAR AND HANDLING PROBLEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2014-startup-noise","label":"Abnormal noise at engine start-up","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11084281","quote_1_text":"RECALL WAS DONE FOR SCREECHING NOISE IN ENGINE DURING START UP. ENGINE IS STILL MAKING THE SAME NOISE ON START UP","quote_2_odi":"10565464","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS EQUIPPED WITH A PUSH BUTTON START AND TWO TIMES IN A ROW WHEN I PRESSED THE BUTTON TO START THE ENGINE IT JUST MADE THIS LOUD \"SCREECH\"/MECHANICAL SOUND","quote_3_odi":"11341901","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SOUND DISSIPATED WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11101960","quote_1_text":"ON 3/8/2018, MY 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE WAS HIT ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE BY A SIMI-TRUCK GOING 50 OR MORE MILES PER HOUR. YET, MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I SUFFERED SIGNIFICANT INJURIES FROM THIS ACCIDENT WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN LESS SEVERE, IF MY AIR BAGS DEPLOYED ACCORDINGLY. I","quote_2_odi":"11047633","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLID ON A PATCH OF BLACK ICE AND STRUCK A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED PRIOR TO THE CRASH. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10882805","quote_3_text":"I HAD A CAR WRECK ON JUNE 10, 2016. I HIT AN SUV THAT PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME, AND MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY ON INTIAL IMPACT. I HIT THE SUV, THEN HIT AN IMBANKMENT. WHEN I HIT THE IMBANKMENT, IT DEPLOYED. IT SHOULD HAVE COME OUT ON INTIAL IMPACT. THE IMPACT WS SO GREAT, I HIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2015-brake-noise-premature-wear","label":"Brake grinding and premature pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11064958","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, MAKING TURNS, OR TRAVELING DOWNHILL FIFTY FT BEFORE COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE BRAKE PEDAL WOULD MAKE A GULPING NOISE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE","quote_2_odi":"10821465","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUIBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKES MADE A GRINDING AND SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE PROPERLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"10669568","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH DOWN A HILL, THERE WAS A VIBRATION ON THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKES MADE A GRINDING SOUND. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2015-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and lane drift","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11216968","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL SEEMS TO DRIFT OUT OF ALIGNMENT WHEN THE CAR IS GOING STRAIGHT. IT ALSO OCCURS DURING TURNS","quote_2_odi":"10872976","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE VEERED IN BOTH DIRECTIONS. THE CONTACT HAD TO STEER THE VEHICLE IN EXCESS IN ORDER TO KEEP THE VEHICLE IN POSITION. IN ADDITION, WHEN PASSENGERS OR ITEMS WERE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE, IT","quote_3_odi":"10899794","quote_3_text":"WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON FULL, THE CAR HAS DIFFICULTY STAYING IN THE LANE AND HAS ALMOST CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10924559","quote_1_text":"THE CAR WAS PARKED ON A QUIET NEIGHBORHOOD STREET AND THERE WAS NOTHING REMARKABLE ABOUT THE WEATHER CONDITIONS. AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE AND PUTTING THE CAR IN DRIVE, THE ENGINE ACCELERATED SPONTANEOUSLY AND UNCONTROLLABLY IN VERY LITTLE TIME, CAUSING THE CAR TO CRASH INTO A","quote_2_odi":"10892803","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED BACKWARDS AT FULL SPEED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A RAVINE AND CRASHED INTO TREES. THE CONTACT LOST CONSCIOUSNESS AND WAS AWAKENED","quote_3_odi":"11115368","quote_3_text":"I HAD TO MAKE COMPLETE SUDDEN STOP WHEN I HAD TO PUT ON THE BRAKES QUICKLY TO AVOID WRECK. I WAS IN THE FAST LANE AND WHEN I WENT TO START TO GO AGAIN IT DIDN'T WANT TO ACCELERATE AGAIN. I HAD TO PULL OVER TO SHOULDER AND SHUT OFF CAR AND RESTART IT. IF THIS IS A SAFETY FEATURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2017-airbag-light-recall-notice","label":"Airbag warning light on or recall notice never received","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11061574","quote_1_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT IN THE DASH IS ALWAYS LIT. THE DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE $120 JUST TO LOOK AT IT. I'M SEEING OTHER PEOPLE SAY THAT THEIR CAR HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AND SOME HAVE HAD ACCIDENTS AND THEIR AIR BAGS ARE NOT DEPLOYING. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS","quote_2_odi":"11219061","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V330000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2017-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11217793","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBUSHI MIRAGE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE HAD A CRASH. THE VEHICLE HIT A DEER DIRECTLY AT 55 MPH AND THE IMPACT PUSHED THE RADIATOR INTO THE ENGINE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL WITH","quote_2_odi":"11073275","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE OFF THE ROAD, CRASHED, AND FLIPPED THE VEHICLE OVER. THE VEHICLE SUSTAINED SEVERE DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2017-shifter-difficulty","label":"Gear shifter difficult to move or stuck in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11384515","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT","quote_2_odi":"11084413","quote_2_text":"I BROUGHT MY CAR IN 08/29 2017 NEW..IN 03/15/2018 MY SPEED CONTROL BEGIN TO BE COME HARD TO BE SHIFT IN TO DRIVE AND PARK AND REVERSE WHILE CAR IS IN PARK STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage","model_slug":"mirage","cluster_id":"mirage-2017-stall-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11320443","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS SHOWING NO SIGNS INITIALLY THEN AS I ENTERED THE HWY, THE ENGINE LIGHT, BATTERY AND ALL LIGHTS CAME ON. THEN IT STARTED BANGING LOUDLY AND PULLED OVER TO EXIT BUT THEN THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND DIED ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HWY. I BARELY","quote_2_odi":"11105380","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK, HESITATE, AND STALL AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER (HIGH POINT MITSUBISHI, 2411 NORTH MAIN ST., HIGH POINT, NC)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-acceleration-stall","label":"Acceleration loss, hesitation, and stalling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11105380","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD JERK, HESITATE, AND STALL AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS RELEASED. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER (HIGH POINT MITSUBISHI, 2411 NORTH MAIN ST., HIGH POINT, NC) WERE BOTH NOTIFIED…","quote_2_odi":"11133605","quote_2_text":"LOST OF ACCELERATION OR SUDDEN ACCELERATION, HELLO, I PURCHASED THIS MITSUBISHI MIRAGE 2017, AND I DROVE IT FOR 2000 MILES. I HAVE NOTICED THE LOST OF ACCELERATION OR SOMETIMES SUDDEN ACCELERATION WITHOUT PRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. I AM REPORTING MY MITSUBISHI TO BE ON THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal and rear collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11554454","quote_1_text":"I was involved in an accident which rendered my Mitsubishi Mirage a total loss. There was severe damage to the front driver's side of my vehicle. I am concerned because none of the air bags deployed. I was traveling at approximately 40 mph when a large pickup truck with a brush…","quote_2_odi":"11196896","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND TOWED AWAY. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE HEAD…","quote_3_odi":"11006103","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR DRIVER SIDE AND PUSHED THE VEHICLE INTO A THIRD VEHICLE IMPACTING THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-airbag-recall-srs-light","label":"Air bag recall notice and SRS warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11061574","quote_1_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT IN THE DASH IS ALWAYS LIT. THE DEALER WANTS TO CHARGE $120 JUST TO LOOK AT IT. I'M SEEING OTHER PEOPLE SAY THAT THEIR CAR HAS THE SAME PROBLEM AND SOME HAVE HAD ACCIDENTS AND THEIR AIR BAGS ARE NOT DEPLOYING. PLEASE INVESTIGATE THIS.","quote_2_odi":"11219061","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V330000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT…","quote_3_odi":"11078878","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE ONLY HAS 400MILES ON THE ODO. SRS WARNING LIGHT AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT LIGHT GOES ON AND OFF. WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, VEHICLE IN MOTION AT THE RATE OF 70MPH. NO PASSENGERS IN THE VEHICLE. FIRST THE PASSENGER SEATBEALT WARNING LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND OFF THEN…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-brake-pedal","label":"Brake pedal to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11388505","quote_1_text":"TWICE ABOUT 6 MONTHS APART DRIVING CITY SPEEDS THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS GONE TO THE FLOOR, A QUICK PUMP AND EVERYTHING IS GOOD BUT IT SCARES YOU TO DEATH! NOTHING CAN BE FOUND WRONG AND ITS STILL UNDER WARRANTY?","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-electrical-shutoff","label":"Electronics shutoff and power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11518010","quote_1_text":"This has happened 4 times in the last 2 weeks. While driving on the Interstate, the ABS light and skid control lights come on, shortly after all lights and the radio go off and the vehicle loses power. No power even when flooring the gas petal. Getting over to the side of the…","quote_2_odi":"11210714","quote_2_text":"I HAVE NOTICED THAT WHEN DRIVING OVER ROUGH ROAD, OR AFTER AN ABRUPT POTHOLE, ALL ELECTRONICS IN THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF. AFTER ABOUT FIVE MINUTES A RESET WILL START AND, EVEN THOUGH I'M STILL DRIVING, ALL THE DASH LIGHTS AND TEST WILL GO THROUGH THE CYCLE USUALLY RESERVED FOR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and grinding noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11320443","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS SHOWING NO SIGNS INITIALLY THEN AS I ENTERED THE HWY, THE ENGINE LIGHT, BATTERY AND ALL LIGHTS CAME ON. THEN IT STARTED BANGING LOUDLY AND PULLED OVER TO EXIT BUT THEN THE CAR STARTED TO SLOW DOWN AND DIED ON THE SHOULDER OF THE HWY. I BARELY MADE IT OFF AND…","quote_2_odi":"11096310","quote_2_text":"2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO LOUD GRINDING NOISE. *LD *JS *JS *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-gear-shifter","label":"Gear shifter hard to move or stuck in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11384515","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI MIRAGE G4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT OUT OF PARK WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE…","quote_2_odi":"11084404","quote_2_text":"MY AUTOMATIC SHIFT DOES NOT GO INTO SHIFT SMOOTHLY ITS VERY HARD TO MOVE SHIFT DRIVE OR TO REVERSE @ TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Mirage G4","model_slug":"mirage-g4","cluster_id":"mirage-g4-2017-window-motor","label":"Power window motor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11396312","quote_1_text":"IN ON ABOUT 2018 DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW MOTOR FAILED WITH WINDOW IN DOWN POSITION ON INTERSTATE IN THUNDERSTORM CAUSING LOW VISIBILITY AND RAIN AND SOME HAIL TO ENTER. DEALER CHANGED OR REPAIRED. THEN ABOUT 08/10/20 THE WINDOW MOTOR FAILED AGAIN. SOON AFTERWARDS THE FRONT…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/mirage-g4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-abs-pump-failure","label":"ABS pump failure triggering warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11267188","quote_1_text":"THERE IS SOME PROBLEM WITH BRAKE. THE ABS AND ASR LIGHTS ARE ON. SO I DECIDED TO GO TO THE MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC CHECKED THE CAR AND HE TOLD ME ABS PUMP IS BROKEN. STARTED WHEN I WAS DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11400174","quote_2_text":"ABS PUMP MOTOR ECU INTERNAL FAILURE -LOSES BATTERY VOLTAGE SIGNAL INTERNALLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11013335","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION WHILE BEING OPERATED OVER 60 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"10422812","quote_2_text":"FAULTY BRAKES AND AIR BAGS. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-crossmember-corrosion","label":"Suspension crossmember and control arm corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11431274","quote_1_text":"The cross member is rusted through with holes in it. Dangerous to drive","quote_2_odi":"11252868","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT SCHAUMBURG MITSUBISHI (660 EAST GULF RD, SCHAUMBURG, IL) UNDERGOING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT BOTH LOWER CONTROL ARMS AND CROSS MEMBERS SUSTAINED SEVERE RUSTING AND CORROSION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-drive-belt-recall-parts","label":"Drive belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2014-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10652427","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS RECALL FOR BELT AND PULLEYS WHICH MAY LEAD TO VEHICLE STALLING AND LOSS OF CONTROL. CONTACTED DEALERS 3 TIMES AND MITSUBISHI ONCE. THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIRS. NO IDEA WHEN THEY WILL HAVE THE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"10659224","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED A LETTER IN THE MAIL IN EARLY OCTOBER 2014 REGARDING A DRIVE BELT RECALL FOR 2010 OUTLANDER. HAVE MADE SEVERAL CALLS TO THE DEALERSHIP REGARDING THE REPLACEMENT ONLY TO BE TOLD THE REQUIRED PARTS ON ARE NATIONAL BACK ORDER AND TO CALL BACK EVERY 2 WEEKS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10946946","quote_1_text":"ISSUES WITH THE IDLE CONTROL SYSTEM. CAR WILL CUT OFF AFTER ERRATIC IDLING WHILE STOPPED AT STOP LIGHTS. IDLING WILL REGULATE IF CAR IS PLACE IN PARK BUT WILL START AGAIN WHEN PUT IN DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10597412","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC TIMING AND CONTROL SYSTEM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11594088","quote_1_text":"Moon roof detached while driving on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11428086","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph, he heard a cracking sound coming from the sunroof. When the contact exposed the glass portion of the sunroof, the sunroof shattered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2010-wiper-recall-parts","label":"Windshield wiper recall parts unavailable","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10957466","quote_1_text":"I HAVE CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP ON MANY OCCASSIONS AND HAVE BEEN REPEATEDLY TOLD THAT THE PART IS NOT AVAILABLE. IF YOU SENT ME THE RECALL NOTICE HOW COME THE PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE? YOU NEED TO RECTIFY THIS SITUATION","quote_2_odi":"10971111","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-05 to 2018-01","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10403148","quote_1_text":"HAVING THIS ACIDENT ON A BRIGHT SUNNY DAY, IN THE AFTERNOON DURING RUSH HOUR. THE COMPLETE FRONT END WAS TORN OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING $8.0000.00 DOLLARS . MY PROBLEM IS THAT NON OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THAT WAS UPSETTING CONSIDERING THE EXTENT OF DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"10871088","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A SALVAGE YARD WHERE IT WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-drive-belt-recall-parts","label":"Drive belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-10 to 2015-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10669127","quote_1_text":"I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR 1.5 MONTHS AND COUNTING FOR A LOCAL MITSUBISHI DEALER TO REPLACE MY DRIVE BELT PER INSTRUCTIONS IN THE \"IMPORTANT SAFETY RECALL\" NOTICE. I HAVE CALLED EVERY LOCAL DEALER WITH THE PROMISE OF RETURNING MY CALL WHEN THEY RECEIVE THE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"10652025","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED TO REMEDY THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-10 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11519749","quote_1_text":"The engine is shutting off while In traffic and from a full stop on red light. This happened so many times. I had to put on park and start the engine for it to work again","quote_2_odi":"11424428","quote_2_text":"I purchased the 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander in 2015. In January 2018 the engine seized up while driving and was not repairable. Thankfully I was able to pull over and no one was hurt. The vehicle was only 7 years old with only 112,846 miles and I still had a loan","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-frame-crossmember-corrosion","label":"Frame and crossmember corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-08 to 2025-10","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11435017","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V279000 (Structure, Suspension) however, the contact was unable to schedule the recall repair because she was unable to get a response from the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11244359","quote_2_text":"THIS MODEL VEHICLE HAS A BAD DESIGN FLAW THAT MITSUBISHI REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE. THE LOCATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONER DISCHARGE CAUSES WATER TO DRIP DIRECTLY ONTO THE SUB FRAME BELOW","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-transmission-overheating","label":"Transmission overheating and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-05 to 2023-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11234090","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"10721082","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED ON ONE STOP SIGNAL, WAITING MY TURN TO CROSS A BUSY HIGHWAY, WHEN I HAD MY CHANCE TO CROSS THE HIGWAY THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STOPS AND POPS UP ON THE SCREEN \"SERVICE REQUIRED\" ACCORDING WHAT I GOT EXPLAINED THE VEHICLE ENTER IN SAFE MODE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2011-wiper-defroster-blower-failure","label":"Windshield wiper and defroster blower failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-12 to 2025-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11667422","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH in the rain, the windshield wipers were fully engaged; however, wiper motor failed to operate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11156630","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE BLOWER WIRE MOTOR FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219713","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH DURING NIGHT, THE VEHICLE HIT TWO PEDESTRIANS CROSSING THE ROAD AND FATALLY INJURED ONE OF THE PEDESTRIANS. THE OTHER PASSENGER WAS BEING PUSHED IN A WHEELCHAIR AND DID","quote_2_odi":"10684164","quote_2_text":"I JUST HAD ACCIDENT TODAY 02/18/201. MY CAR WAS BADLY DAMAGED AND A POSSIBLE TOTAL LOSS. THE FIRST SITUATION THAT MADE ME CONCERNED ABOUT IS THE AIRBAG. THE SIDE AIRBAG ON THE PASSENGERS SIDE (FRONT AND BACK) DID NOT DEPLOY. THE IMPACT WAS ENORMOUS THAT IF MY CHILD WAS THERE I","quote_3_odi":"10459989","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN FREEWAY 110 WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LOOSENED AND HANGED SEMI-OPEN. I DID NOT NOTICE IT UNTIL I GOT HOME AND A FRIEND OF MINE CAME WITH ME TO PICK UP MY SON IN SCHOOL. WHEN SHE SAT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, SHE NOTICED IT AND POINTED IT OUT TO ME. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-cvt-powertrain-failure","label":"CVT/powertrain premature failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11270402","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE POWERTRAIN TO STOP WORKING MAKING THE CAR IMPOSSIBLE TO REMAIN IN MOTION. THIS WILL HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. THE TRANSMISSION WILL HOWL AND SQUEAL RIGHT BEFORE IT NO LONGER WORKS. WAS TOLD BY MITSUBISHI THAT THE CVT TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11124483","quote_2_text":"FOLLOWING I JUST SENT TO MITSUBISHI HEADQUARTERS I SEE RECALLS FOR TRANSMISSIONS FOR MY MAKE AND MODEL AND YEAR THAT STATES TRANSMISSION FAIL PREMATURELY BETWEEN THE MILES OF 114,000! AND 179,000 AND MINE DID AT 137,000 IT IS NOW STATING FOR 4 MODEL YEARS 2 OF WHICH ARE","quote_3_odi":"10995813","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION/ENGINE MAKES A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATING ABOVE 2000 RPMS CURRENTLY. IT STARTED OUT ONLY DOING IT WHEN GOING UP HILL AT HIGHER RPMS BUT HAS GOTTEN WORSE. IT HAS ALSO AFFECTED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND HAD THE LOCKS, BACKUP CAMERA, REVERSE LIGHTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-frame-subframe-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion after recall inspection","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11585549","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has extreme rust and corrosion. Car was service under the manufacturer recall on [XXX] 2020. The subframe crossmember has rusted so bad that it is a safety hazard. On my paperwork from the dealership it stated that anti-corrosion aerosol was applied with NOX RUST","quote_2_odi":"11424791","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated upon looking under the vehicle, the contact noticed that the whole frame and upper panel were completely rusted. The contact was relating the failure to NHTSA campaign number: 16V867000 (Structure). The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-sun-visor-screw-failure","label":"Sun visor mounting screw detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2014-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10508705","quote_1_text":"WHILE IN MOTION, AN ANCHORING SCREW HOLD THE PASSENGER SIDE VISOR TO THE ROOF PANEL FELL OUT INTO MY LAP. AS THE PASSENGER AT THE TIE, I CHECKED THE VISOR, NOTICING THE SCREW FELL FROM ABOVE AND NOTICED THE SECOND OF THE TWO ANCHORING SCREWS WAS NEAR FALLING OUT, ALSO","quote_2_odi":"10579398","quote_2_text":"ONE DAY I NOTICED A SCREW MISSING FROM THE PIECE THAT HOLDS THE VISOR TO THE ROOF AND IT WON'T BE LONG UNTIL THE VISOR FALLS ALL TOGETHER. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-suspension-component-wear","label":"Suspension component wear: struts, control arms, CV boots","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11608802","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, she observed a rubbing noise emanating from underneath the vehicle. The contact stated that on one of those occasions, the check engine warning light","quote_2_odi":"11082555","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WOULD WOBBLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DAYTONA MITSUBISHI (LOCATED AT 510 N NOVA RD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL 32114), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"10690800","quote_3_text":"SQUEAKING NOISE FROM THE FRONT SUSPENSION AND OIL LEAKAGE FROM THE FRONT LEFT STRUT, (SHOCK ABSORBER), OR DRIVER SIDE. DEALER ORDERED AND WILL REPLACE UNDER WARRANTY THE LEFT SIDE STRUT BUT REPLACING ONLY ONE SIDE IN A FRONT WHEEL DRIVE VEHICLE WITH 50,638 MILES WILL CAUSE THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2012-visibility-wiper-recall-parts","label":"Visibility/wiper recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11006722","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER (LARRY JAY MITSUBISHI, 8415","quote_2_odi":"10959748","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10925524","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN DRIVING MY VEHICLE MAKES A WINING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE IN THE VEHICLE WHEN I AM DRIVING. SECOND PROBLEM IS THE MY WINDHIELD WIPER NO LONGER HOLD WATER AND IT IS LEAKING OUT COMPLETELY. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER WORKED WHEN PURCHASED AND THE ENGINE LOUD WINING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005483","quote_1_text":"STRUCK IN RIGHT FRONT QUARTER PANEL BY PICKUP TRUCK GOING 70MPH WHICH TOTALLED MY VEHICLE AND CAUSED INJURIES TO MYSELF AND GRANDSON BUT NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. DEPLOYMENT WOULD HAVE REDUCED OUR INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10935470","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON MOTOR VEHICLE COLLISION IN MY 2013 OUTLANDER SPORT. ALTHOUGH AT THE TIME OF IMPACT I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY DOING BETWEEN 45-55 MPH, AND THE IMPACT AREA OF MY VEHICLE WAS ALL FRONT END, NOT ONE SINGLE AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I SUFFERED","quote_3_odi":"10633083","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, THE SEAT BELT DID NOT ENGAGE. THEREFORE I STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL TWICE, AND WHIPPED MY NECK. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag system service required warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11619740","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED message appears on dash. Occurred on 09/20/2018 and again on 09/29/2023. Both times required service to fix. Has now happened again on 10/14/2024. Secondary issue was reported by another driver for same vehicle for NHTSA ID Number: 11339357 and","quote_2_odi":"11053893","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - AIRBAG LIGHT HAS COME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. OCCURS IN PARK OR IN DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11097658","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE \"SERVICE AIR BAG REQUIRED\" MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-ecu-electrical-stall","label":"ECU failure causing electrical malfunction or stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11683495","quote_1_text":"My vehicle shut off on a state route when I had the vehicle towed to the dealership I was informed it was the ecu. I found out a year after my vehicle was purchased, there was a technical service bulletin out in this part. I am not sure why there was not a recall sent when they","quote_2_odi":"11560529","quote_2_text":"On Dec 8,2023 our mitsubishi outlander shut off while being driven. When this occurred multiple warning lights come on including, service engine immediately, engine overheating (which it was not) and multiple other lights. It was towed to the dealership where they told us the","quote_3_odi":"10823818","quote_3_text":"OVER NIGHT, MY BATTERY DIED. WHEN I TRIED TO TURN THE CAR ON, THE WINDSHIELD WHISPERS WOULD GO CRAZY, RADIO WOULD TURN ON, BUT NOT THE CAR. PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY, CAR IS ONLY 3 YRS OLD. THE NEW BATTERY IS BEING DRAINED NOW. WHEN THE CAR IS OFF, THE RADIO TURNS ON AND OFF BY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake corrosion and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11398674","quote_1_text":"A PARKING BRAKE RECALL HAS NOT FIXED THE CORROSION/LOCKING OF REAR PARKING BREAK CALIPERS. ROLLS WHILE IN GEAR AND TURNED OFF-IF ON INCLINE. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE FULLY AND THEN STICKS BUT WILL NOT KEEP CAR FROM MOVING. STICKS WHILE FROZEN OR IN WARM WEATHER","quote_2_odi":"10938758","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A LOUD CLANKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE BRAKES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN SEVERAL TIMES TO THE DEALER BUT THE","quote_3_odi":"11282414","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO IMMEDIATELY STOP. ALSO, THE ACS MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START WITHOUT BEING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-transmission-overheat","label":"Transmission overheating and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11468377","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission started overheating. There was a message displayed on the instrument panel to Slow Down. The vehicle then started to decelerate independently. The contact was able to","quote_2_odi":"11434988","quote_2_text":"1) Transmission or power train 2) The vehicle may be inspected at request 3) The vehicle starts and may go for about a mile, and then it will buck and act like it's in neutral for all gears. I got stuck in the middle of an intersection turning left. I managed to get it back","quote_3_odi":"10512875","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED OIL DRIPPING FROM UNDERNEATH THE MOTOR AND TRANSMISSION TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY SAID IT WAS TO FULL OF OIL, TOOK VEHICLE BACK HOME CONTINUED TO LEAK, TOOK VEHICLE BACK AGAIN TO DEALERSHIP FOR SAME LEAK THEY SAID IT WAS THE CVT FILTER SO THEY REPLACED IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-undercarriage-corrosion","label":"Undercarriage and body corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11505970","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, his wife indicated that the vehicle was not driving in a straight line. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front driver’s side suspension lower control arm had","quote_2_odi":"11365210","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR TOP LIFTGATE WAS RUSTED AND THE LICENSE PLATE WAS BUBBLED AND CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPAIRED THE TOP LIFTGATE HOWEVER, THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"10862444","quote_3_text":"TAILGATE IS RUSTING NEAR THE LIFT GATE HANDLE AND ALSO BOTH SIDES OF THE UPPER PART NEAR THE GLASS WHERE THE TAILGATE MEETS THE SPOILER. I HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH MITSUBISHI THEY WILL NOT HONOR ANY RUST ISSUES UNLESS I AM ABLE TO POKE A HOLE THROUGH THE AFFECTED AREAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2013-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure and recall part shortages","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10981149","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL A DAY AGO ME AND MY WIFE WAS RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON A RAINY DAY THEN THE WIPERS STOPPED WE WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY POURING DOWN RAIN. WE COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING AT ALL WE ALMOST GOT INTO 4 ACCIDENTS. SITTING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD THE HIGHWAY SAFETY","quote_2_odi":"10969739","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS LATER TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 16V792000 (VISIBILITY) HOWEVER IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11000800","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY/WIPER). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. IN ADDITION, THE WIPERS FAILED TO WORK INTERMITTENTLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag and seat belt non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10910032","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A MOOSE CROSSING THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10794493","quote_2_text":"I HAD A ACCIDENT WITH MY 3 CHILDREN IN THE CAR WITH ME. I WAS DRIVING ON A 6 LANE HIGHWAY & HIT A CAR THAT WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE AS IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP FOR NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN REACHING FOR SOMETHING IN THE FLOORBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11466658","quote_3_text":"I rear-ended a car after they came to a complete stop at a green light on a road with a 50mph speed limit. I attempted to stop but in the rain my car hydroplaned, and I hit them","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-airbag-warning-light-recall","label":"Airbag warning light and recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11044817","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED LIGHT IS STAYING ON WITH NO ACCIDENTS OR REASON FOR DEPLOYMENT. THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND THE WARNING STAYS ON, ALSO THE PASSENGER SEATBELT LIGHT IS STAYING ON","quote_2_odi":"11067003","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V383000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10622322","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE FCM, (FRONT CRASH MITIGATION), AND ACC, (ADAPTER CRUISE CONTROL), LIGHTS CAME ON WITH MESSAGE \"SERVICE REQUIRED\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview backup camera failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11415284","quote_1_text":"THE REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM SUDDENLY QUIT SHOWING VIDEO WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. THE CAMERA ITSELF STILL WORKS AS I CAN GO INTO THE SETTINGS FOR BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, ETC., THE BACK UP SENSORS STILL BEEP WHEN I AM BACKING UP AND THE REVERSE LIGHTS STILL WORK AS WELL","quote_2_odi":"11132199","quote_2_text":"AT JUST UNDER 60,000 MILES, THE REAR BACK UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING, RESULTING IN A SAFETY HAZARD WHILE BACKING UP","quote_3_odi":"11367099","quote_3_text":"WHEN I PUT MY CAR IN REVERSE, MY REAR CAMERA DOES NOT WORK.... I HAVE NOT HAD ANY SORT OF ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT overheating and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11491195","quote_1_text":"Transmission has filled me twice now. The first time the transmission out was when the car is at approximately 42,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11270460","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CVT WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND \"OVERHEATING PLEASE SLOW DOWN\" APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10638179","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE AND THEN LOST THE ABILITY TO MOVE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-roof-denting-car-wash","label":"Roof denting from car wash blowers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2014-12","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10668577","quote_1_text":"SAME AS TWO (2) OTHER ENTRIES HEREIN..... THE ROOF SUSTAINED DENTS FROM THE BLOWER OF A NON-CONTACT CAR WASH","quote_2_odi":"10633545","quote_2_text":"LIKE ANOTHER POST I SAW. AFTER GOING THROUGH THE CAR WASH THE ROOF WAS DENTED FROM THE BLOWERS WHILE EXITING THE CARWASH","quote_3_odi":"10584666","quote_3_text":"WENT THROUGH CAR WASH BLOWERS AT END OF WASH LITERALLY DENTED ROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2014-seat-belt-malfunction","label":"Seat belt latch and retractor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat belt was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"10615889","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND THE LATCH WOULD BECOME STUCK","quote_3_odi":"10522059","quote_3_text":"THE CENTER SEAT BELT IS VERY UNSAFE. ONCE THE LATCH IS RELEASE, IT GOES BACK TO THE TOP CORNER, BUT IT HIT MY SON IN THE EYE AND FOREHEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751527","quote_1_text":"Front air bags did not deploy upon impact at approximately 40mph","quote_2_odi":"11427191","quote_2_text":"On June 11, 2020 i was hit head on in an accident in Syracuse NY. My airbags NEVER went off","quote_3_odi":"11034107","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SEAT BELTS WERE LATCHED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DRIVER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT ARM AS THE WINDOW WAS OPEN AND HER ARM WAS CUT BY THE GUARDRAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2015-brake-caliper-seizure","label":"Rear brake caliper and parking brake seizure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11402547","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP, CAUSING THE STOPPING DISTANCE TO BECOME EXTENDED","quote_2_odi":"11328990","quote_2_text":"MY REAR DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE CALIPER FROZE LAST YEAR AND CURRENTLY MY REAR HTTPS://HOODSITE.COM/PASSENGER BRAKE CALIPER IS FROZEN","quote_3_odi":"11384061","quote_3_text":"PARKING BRAKE IS NONFUNCTIONAL DUE TO PARTS OF BRAKE CALIPER RELATED TO PARKING BRAKE BECOMING STUCK IN PLACE, AND PREVENTING THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2015-cvt-hesitation-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":137,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748513","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway at approximately 55–60 mph, the vehicle suddenly lost its ability to accelerate and maintain power. The engine RPM increased, but the vehicle would not respond normally, creating a significant safety hazard in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11039938","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. THIS VEHICLE IS ONLY 2 YEARS OLD AND WE WERE IN THE MIDDLE OF NO WHERE NEW MEXICO. WE WERE DRIVING, NO PROBLEMS AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN IT SAID STOP THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT","quote_3_odi":"11242168","quote_3_text":"MY CAR HAD HAD 3 TRANSMISSIONS REPLACED I'M THE PAST YEAR. IT WILL BE GOING IN FOR IT'S FOURTH TRANSMISSION. IT HAS 54,0000 MILES ON IT. THE CAR WOULD T MOVE AND I ALMOST GOT HIT IN THE REAR ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY IN OHIO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2015-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11301129","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT I BROUGHT BRAND NEW OFF THE LOT. IN THE SUMMER OF 2019, THE \"REMOVE KEY\" LIGHT WOULD COME ON AFTER MY KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION","quote_2_odi":"11278620","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLS WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING/ HEATING IS TURNED ON AND SOMETIMES THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF","quote_3_odi":"10894269","quote_3_text":"MY STEPDAUGHTER DROVE TO WORK MONDAY (8/9/16) AND COULD NOT REMOVE HER KEY, SWITCH ONLY WENT BACK TO ACC POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2015-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":234,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11024566","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE FAILED. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11192926","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT WITH 110,000 MILES ON IT. OTHER THAN THE RECALLS I HAVE HAD NO ISSUES. FREQUENT OIL CHANGES, BRAKES, BASIC MAINTENANCE NOTHING ELSE. MINOR ACCELERATION ISSUES AS PER THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11536490","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle started to independently decelerate. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11316315","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN THE VEHICLE WAS UNEXPECTEDLY HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11066677","quote_2_text":"COLLISION GOING 40 MPH HIT A STOPPED VEHICLE. WHOLE FRONT END BUCKLED LEAVING OVER 7G IN DAMAGE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11190527","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO AN ANIMAL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-brake-caliper-rotor-failure","label":"Brake caliper, rotor, and stopping failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11353585","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE CALIPER FROZE. DEALER ACKNOWLEDGED THAT IT WAS FROZEN. NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY WHICH THEY ADVISED EXPIRED AT 60K","quote_2_odi":"11521982","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds and merging off the highway and entering the cloverleaf, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond","quote_3_odi":"10851203","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE MAKING A TURN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, shudder, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11364710","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER WITH A 2.4L ENGINE AND THE JATCO CVT TRANSMISSION AND ONLY 75,000 MILES. THE TRANSMISSION STARTED SHIFTING ERRATICALLY AND SHUDDERING WHEN GOING CERTAIN MPH RANGES TYPICALLY BETWEEN 45 AND 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11665436","quote_2_text":"I have a CVT system on my SUV and the transmission keeps slipping. A transmission light comes on and the car starts to stall. It happens mostly in stop and go traffic","quote_3_odi":"11429026","quote_3_text":"Vehicle exhibits a shudder/surge condition (engine flare, lack of acceleration, and/or car shake) possibly caused by poor reaction of the hydraulic pressure circuit. The CVT belt slips repeatedly when accelerating, causing a warning light to turn on with DTC P084A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-door-latch-recall-delay","label":"Door latch failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11031569","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE DRIVER'S DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND WAS DAMAGED","quote_2_odi":"11021080","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V233000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11010179","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V233000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb burnout and repeated failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11268116","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS KEEP BURNING OUT.. NOW HAVING TO REPLACE FOR THE THIRD TIME","quote_2_odi":"11096821","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY CAR IN SEPTEMBER 2015 BRAND NEW. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY HEADLIGHTS 3 TIMES NOW. TO ME THAT ISN'T NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11307633","quote_3_text":"MY HEADLIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THEM ABOUT 5 TIMES IN 3 YEARS. I EVEN HAD THEM PROFESSIONALLY PUT IN AT THE SHOP, AND NOW LESS THAN A YEAR LATER, I CAN'T EVEN DRIVE MY SON TO SCHOOL BECAUSE THEY ARE BOTH OUT AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2016-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake failure to engage or release","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11700107","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that upon manually activating the parking brake, the vehicle failed to respond as intended","quote_2_odi":"11408431","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 20V741000 (PARKING BRAKE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11617095","quote_3_text":"The parking brake is sticking when the vehicle is in motion, and it fails to keep the vehicle stationary when engaged. The car cannot operate correctly with the emergency brake engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11278921","quote_1_text":"FRONT IMPACT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE AIRBAGS DIDN'T OPEN","quote_2_odi":"11204515","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID A DEER AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT RESTRAINED THE DRIVER TOO TIGHTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-airbag-service-light","label":"Airbag system service required light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11207399","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER THAT HAS NEVER BEEN IN A WRECK OR ANYTHING PUT THE AIRBAG LIGHT COME ON AND I HAVE ALREADY TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY TIRED TO MAKE ME PAY FOR THE SERVICES","quote_2_odi":"11296955","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING ON ANY TYPE OF ROAD AND WHILE PARKED. MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP STATES THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT GOT WET AND THE LIGHT WILL GO OFF WHEN THE SEAT DRIES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-brake-failure-crash","label":"Service brake failure leading to crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11130958","quote_1_text":"FROM TIME TO TIME THE BRAKES DON'T WANT TO WORK RIGHT IF YOU HAVE TO PRESS THEM KINDA HARD THEY JUST MAKE YOU KEEP GOING LIKE YOU ARE SLIDING","quote_2_odi":"11053298","quote_2_text":"2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE BRAKES AND DEALERS REFUSAL TO REPAIR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT; THEREFORE, THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-cvt-hesitation-stall","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11735516","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission went out at 115k and has to be replaced and can not be repaired","quote_2_odi":"11646872","quote_2_text":"Cvt transmission bad at 81,000 miles as well as the transfer case causing delay in shifting and rough shifting","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-driver-seat-rocking","label":"Driver seat rocking during acceleration and braking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11348828","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SEAT MOVE TO MUCH COMPLETE BRING CAR BACK TO DEALER SAY NOTHING CAN'T DO FOR ME THIS HAPPENS FROM THE DAY I BY THE CAR .I NEED HELP WHIT THIS PROBLEM & I CALL MITSUBISHI OF NORTH AMERICA TOLL ME SEAT IS NO PART OF SAFETY IN THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11020869","quote_2_text":"POWER DRIVER SEAT ROCKS FORWARD AND BACK DURING ACCELERATION, STOPPING, STATIONARY AND GOING OVER BUMPS. THIS HAPPENS ON CITY STREETS AND ON THE HIGHWAY. SEVERITY OF ROCKING MOTION VARIES DEPENDING ON SEAT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-electrical-battery-drain-stall","label":"Electrical system battery drain and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11682632","quote_1_text":"I keep getting the 4wd system service pop up and my vehicle stalls at 40 and jerks a lot","quote_2_odi":"11320184","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WON'T START. BATTERY KEEPS DRAINING, I HAVE TO CHARGE THE BATTERY WITH A CHARGER EACH TIME. I BELIEVE THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE ELECTRICAL THAT CONTINUOUSLY IS DRYING THE BATTERY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-parking-brake-stuck","label":"Electric parking brake stuck and won't disengage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11526117","quote_1_text":"E brake will not disengage","quote_2_odi":"11318252","quote_2_text":"EMERGENCY BREAK STUCK AND ALARM SOUNDING. FIRST TIME EBRAKE WAS EVER USED. VEHICLES EBRAKE WAS SET WHILE PARKED ON A HILL. WILL NOT DISENGAGE PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2017-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous glass shattering and windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11282297","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBUSHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKING. THE CONTACT CALLED HIS INSURANCE COMPANY TO HAVE THE WINDSHIELD REPLACED. THE WINDSHIELD WAS REPLACED, BUT IT CRACKED ALSO","quote_2_odi":"11452107","quote_2_text":"I am the owner of a 2017 Mitsubishi Outlander. On February 14, 2022 at 1:00 PM, my wife and I were driving home along the 405 freeway northbound from our son’s house. All of a sudden, we heard a loud bang and shattered glass entered the vehicle from overhead","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497480","quote_1_text":"I was in a head on collision on 12/13/2022, and the air bag failed to deploy. The failure of the air bag deployment cause my chest to slam into the steering wheel along with my knees on the steering column","quote_2_odi":"11437886","quote_2_text":"I was driving when a woman pulled out In front of me. I was going 49 mph and have the EDR report to prove so. (I was wearing my seatbelt). The front of my car smashed into the rear end of her car and I smashed the right side of my head into the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11113921","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL.. I WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and unintended deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11705401","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH over a pothole, the driver's side and passenger side curtain airbags erroneously deployed. The contact stated that no collision had occurred prior to the air bags deployment","quote_2_odi":"11566461","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the air bag warning light began to flash off and on. The failure was a constant failure","quote_3_odi":"11562074","quote_3_text":"Air bag light comes on when drivers seat put back. When seat moved forward air bag light goes off. When air bag light is on system will not work, not safe to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-driver-seat-looseness","label":"Driver seat looseness during braking and acceleration","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11681202","quote_1_text":"The power electric drive seat becomes loose with time. Very dangerous while braking cause the drive seat moves forward fast, driver feels disoriented to extent feeling unstable and could lead to not appropriately having control over vehicle during brake events","quote_2_odi":"11192193","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS SEAT IS LOOSE AND WOBBLES. THE SEAT IS LOOSE AND WOBBLES BOTH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11144247","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH WHEN I ACCELERATE AND BRAKE. THIS BECAME EVIDENT DAYS AFTER I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine stall and unexpected shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11454922","quote_1_text":"I believe they said it was the cam broke a part .I was driving on a 4 lane highway going 70 my car made a horrible noise and then my car it just shut down I was in the middle lane and thank God I was not hurt or hit by the semis going around me","quote_2_odi":"11667343","quote_2_text":"Camshaft phaser shattered and is missing a chunk of metal","quote_3_odi":"11383195","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT AND SLOWED DOWN BECAUSE OF A BUMP THE CAR IMMEDIATELY DIED AS SOON AS I PASSED THE BUMP WITH NO ENGINE LIGHT ERRORS. THE BATTERY WAS CAR JUMP AND NOTHING HAPPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure requiring repeated replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11562456","quote_1_text":"2018 Mitishichi Headlights, left, then right stop working. Dealer replaced first one within 6 months. So far I have replaced one or the other 4 or 5 Times. I did complain to NHTSA","quote_2_odi":"11507654","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side headlight failed to operate. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11363636","quote_3_text":"I HAVE REPLACED THE LOWBEAM HEADLIGHTS 7 TIMES IN THE PAST YEAR. I DONT REALIZE THEY ARE OUT UNTIL SOMEONE OR THE POLICE TELL ME. THIS IS A SAFETY PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-liftgate-gas-spring-fail","label":"Liftgate gas spring failure and uncontrolled closing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11702425","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V507000 (Structure); however, the liftgate gas springs had failed and were replaced prior to the recall","quote_2_odi":"11690762","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that after opening the liftgate, while reaching into the trunk, the liftgate fell and hit the contact on the head. The contact had not sustained an injury","quote_3_odi":"11503424","quote_3_text":"The rear liftgate on this vehicle does not stop if there is an obstruction, i.e., a hand, a head or other body part. Not only does it not stop in case of obstruction, there is no audible sound made to indicate the door is in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11559095","quote_1_text":"The sunroof on our vehicle, self exploded while driving. There was a loud bang, and then we were covered in sunroof glass shards. The fine dust of the sunroof glass went into my right eye which created minor eye irritation","quote_2_odi":"11376171","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED OUT OF OUR CAR WHILE WE WERE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN IDAHO. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED BECAUSE IT HAD BEEN RAINING AND IT WAS COLD","quote_3_odi":"11281588","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND JUST TOPPED A HILL WITHOUT ANY OTHER VEHICLES AROUND, NO OVERPASSES, NO ONE ON THE SIDE ROADS, ETC. WHEN THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbags fail to deploy or deploy incorrectly","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11426548","quote_1_text":"Wife t-boned a old style Subaru at 30 mph and the air bags did not deploy at all this was a 2019 mitibishi outlander se","quote_2_odi":"11713609","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety concern involving complete airbag non-deployment in a frontal collision. On January 9, 2026 I was involved in a frontal collision while driving my Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV. The impact caused significant front-end damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-airbag-recall-omission","label":"Airbag recall omission and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11690395","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the message \"Service Air Bags\" was displayed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was advised to pay a fee for a diagnostic test","quote_2_odi":"11630023","quote_2_text":"My parking brake has stopped working/is completely locked up (like what is descrived in the recall, but my vin isn't included in thr recall list), and the airbags were missing at time of sell","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-brake-noise-repeat-repair","label":"Brake noise requiring repeated repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11606896","quote_1_text":"Front calipers made a ratting noise, every time we drive over small street cracks or bumps, this happen when my car reached about 45000 miles, we replace the calipers now there is no more ratting noise","quote_2_odi":"11319010","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON NOVEMBER 19TH.IT HAD 32 MILES WHEN I PULLED OFF THE CAR LOT. IN JANUARY, NEW BREAKS HAD TO BE PUT ON IT DUE TO WEAR AND LOUD SOUND. THEY WERE REPLACED. IN FEBRUARY, TERRIBLE SOUND COMING FROM BREAKS AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-parking-brake-wont-disengage","label":"Parking brake engages and will not disengage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11385561","quote_1_text":"THE EPB (EMERGENCY PARKING BREAK) WAS SOME HOW ACTIVATED, NOT SURE IF BY ACCIDENT OR WIRING ISSUE AND NOW WILL NOT DISENGAGE. I CANNOT DRIVE MY VEHICLE AND HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET IT INTO THE DEALER FOR 3 WEEKS","quote_2_odi":"11387611","quote_2_text":"WHEN USING THE BRAKE AUTO HOLD I STEPPED ON THE GAS WHILE SCRATCHING MY SIDE AT THE SAME TIME TO CROSS THE ROAD. I ACCIDENTALLY UNBUCKLED MY SEAT BELT WHICH THEN CAUSED THE BRAKE AUTO HOLD TO DISENGAGE AND AUTOMATICALLY APPLY THE PARKING BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to fasten or release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11414012","quote_1_text":"I AM A RIDESHARE DRIVER. ON FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2021 PASSENGERS BEGAN TO COMPLAIN THAT THE RIGHT-SIDE SEAT BELT (ON THE 2ND ROW OF SEATS) WOULD NOT FASTEN. AFTER ARRANGING FOR PEOPLE TO MOVE AROUND TO THE OTHER SIDE (LEFT-HAND SEAT) FOR A WHILE, I FINALLY QUIT DRIVING TO DEAL WITH…","quote_2_odi":"11290032","quote_2_text":"ON 12/13/2019 MY DAUGHTER HAD A ACCIDENT IN 2019 MISHIBISHI OUTLANDER SHE HIT FENCE FENCE POST ELECTRICITY BOX AND 2 SIGNS DOING DAMAGE ALL AROUND THE VEHICLE HER SEAT BELT NORE MY NEWPHEWS SEAT BELT LOCKED UP AND SHE HIT HER HEAD ON THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2019-stall-hesitation-transmission","label":"Transmission hesitation and unexpected stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11559788","quote_1_text":"Hesitation when putting thee vehicle in drive or reverse. While driving RPMs fluctuate 500-1000RPMs continuously. Studdering when accelerating from a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11587016","quote_2_text":"Transmission not working properly. It said overheating and then stopped driving suddenly whil driving. Very unsafe. Also issue with parking break that just stopped working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11565755","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while crossing an intersection at 35 MPH; another vehicle ran a red light and crashed into the contact's front driver-side door","quote_2_odi":"11391077","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ANOTHER DRIVER WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH, THE DRIVER EXPERIENCED A MEDICAL EMERGENCY AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11328690","quote_3_text":"2020 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER WAS STRUCK IN THE REAR END AND SLAMMED AGAINST A SOLID FOUNDATION IN THE FRONT THAT CAUSE THE DASHBOARD TO BREAK AND ALL THE SEATS TO BREAK FROM THE FLOOR OF THE CAR. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEVERE INJURIES RESULTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2020-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11740553","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at 25 MPH, a \"be careful due to icy roads\" message appeared, but it was the middle of May and there was no ice or cold weather in sight","quote_2_odi":"11726071","quote_2_text":"Multiple times I have been driving at a safe speed with no other vehicles or people around and the dashboard will beep and light up brake! Brake!","quote_3_odi":"11437428","quote_3_text":"Forward collision warning light comes on with no car in front of me and car starts braking. I did see that Mitsubishi was recalling these cars with this particular problem but I have not received a recall notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2020-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11687943","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander. While the contact’s wife was driving in a school zone, several unknown error codes became displayed. The Lane Departure warning light illuminated, and the automatic high beam headlights malfunctioned","quote_2_odi":"11405790","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70MPH, THE CAR SUDDENLY STARTED FLASHING WARNINGS OF \"EV SYSTEM REQUIRED STOP SAFELY\", \"RBS SERVICE REQUIRED!\", AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON LIGHT CAME ON. ALSO, I WASN'T ABLE TO ACCELERATE OVER 20MPH","quote_3_odi":"11390090","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS 4 MONTHS OLD WITH 5500 MILES ON IT. DRIVING AT 70MPH WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, CAR STARTED TO KNOCK AND BUCK. I REDUCED SPEED. THE SERVICE TRANSMISSION LIGHT CAME ON AND THE D FOR GEAR SELECTION STARTED TO BLINK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2020-touchscreen-failure","label":"Touchscreen and infotainment display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11638464","quote_1_text":"The touchscreen does not work. This creates a safety issue as hands free driving is no longer am option. There are 1000s of complaints directly to Mitsubishi and they're not doing anything about it","quote_2_odi":"11616050","quote_2_text":"The touch screen is inoperable so you can't control the radio or aspects of the car such as how the lights, wipers, maintenance, etc. are set. This is a hazardous situation","quote_3_odi":"11563097","quote_3_text":"In less than 60k miles since manufacture of the vehicle, the infotainment screen began to be insensitive to touch. 6k miles later it no longer works. During that time it was inconsistently working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera freeze or blackout in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746253","quote_1_text":"While putting my car in reverse my backup camera froze and then went completely black. I have tried the hard and soft reset with no luck","quote_2_odi":"11498590","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera goes dark while backing up","quote_3_odi":"11665732","quote_3_text":"Cameras fail to work with the camera button or when vehicle is in reverse which causes the sensors not to work either","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-fca-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11458600","quote_1_text":"bought new 2022 Outlander for daughter because of Safety features. She wasn't paying attention and got into a very standard rear end collision with air bags going off. The Frontal collision system did not give a warning signal and did not do any emergency braking","quote_2_odi":"11736359","quote_2_text":"Automatic Emergency Breaking sometimes occurs while driving in rainy weather even when there are no obstructions in the front of the vehicle. This causes spinouts and exccessive wear and tear on break pads and rotors","quote_3_odi":"11517116","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle failed to exceed 10 MPH. The battery warning light illuminated, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752161","quote_1_text":"Make and Model of my car was recalled for a faulty Fuel Pump System, however my car was never listed as being one of those recalled, my fuel has now gone out due to this and I should be able to have this repaired","quote_2_odi":"11621784","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering. The contact stated that the vehicle was losing motive power. The vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11501965","quote_3_text":"I received a recall in April 2022 for a fuel pump. I have been in and called 2 different Mitsubishi dealerships over 25 times to get this recall resolved. Each time they say they are out of the part and I was put on 2 different list to be called once they get the part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-hood-flutter","label":"Hood flutter and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707403","quote_1_text":"This model of vehicle (2022) has a known hood flutter that cannot be repaired. It's possible the hood latch could fail and the hood will fly up/open while the vehicle is in motion","quote_2_odi":"11497911","quote_2_text":"The hood latch is faulty. It’s a known problem for the 22 outlander. When the car drives the hood shakes as if it will lift up while driving. It has been almost a year of ownership and Mitsubishi has yet to fix this issue","quote_3_odi":"11437717","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the hood started to vibrate abnormally. The contact was concerned that the hood would open inadvertently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732754","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle wobbled and failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11546434","quote_2_text":"I purchased a brand new 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander on March 3rd 2022, and 25k miles in I am experiencing rear braking issues","quote_3_odi":"11525771","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the brake warning light illuminated intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2022,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2022-rear-suspension-failure","label":"Rear suspension and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":209,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741966","quote_1_text":"I’ve had it looked at twice at two different places and they don’t see anything wrong with it but when you hit bumps, especially going high rate of speed, it feels like you’re gonna lose control of the backend","quote_2_odi":"11584496","quote_2_text":"I had a bent right control arm, this was replaced in the dealership with out of pocket payment on February 12th 2024, same issue above reoccurred and the dealership is asking for the same sum to be paid out of pocket","quote_3_odi":"11481095","quote_3_text":"Somewhere around 9K or 10K miles, the car would wildly react to road imperfections, especially the irregularities at bridges that are not in perfect alignment with the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-airbag-deployment","label":"Air bag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11687728","quote_1_text":"During operation in wet and rainy conditions, a warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. Shortly thereafter, the vehicle encountered a roadway pothole, at which point the airbags deployed unexpectedly. Simultaneously, the vehicle experienced a sudden loss of power…","quote_2_odi":"11623576","quote_2_text":"My tire went flat, went to pull over and when my tire went blow , the driver seat airbag came out that’s not right because it’s no wreck no accident no nothing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-brake-caliper-sticking","label":"Rear brake caliper sticking and uneven pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11726382","quote_1_text":"The rear braking system failed due to a sticking/seizing brake caliper. An independent inspection confirmed a severe thickness discrepancy: the outer pad was worn down to 3mm, while the inner pad remained at 7mm. This occurred at only 7,343 miles…","quote_2_odi":"11620074","quote_2_text":"“Since April, I’ve had an issue with the caliper in my car, and as of today, October 16, Victory Mitsubishi still hasn’t resolved it. I went back on July 4, and they told me they ordered the parts, but they’ve been on backorder since then. I’m still waiting, and my car’s brakes…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-display-shutdown","label":"Instrument panel display shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11732587","quote_1_text":"The electrical system in my 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander has repeatedly malfunctioned since September 2023. The primary failure involves the dashboard completely shutting down while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in the loss of critical driving information such as speed…","quote_2_odi":"11533772","quote_2_text":"Full Digital Driver Display does not work when I start the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss with warning messages","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11605018","quote_1_text":"Warning reduced power engine sign came on out of no where. This is the second time this shows up on my dash.. plugged computer to it and shows code p0404 EGR valve stuck.. mileage at only 10,000","quote_2_odi":"11580334","quote_2_text":"I keep getting a message on my Dashboard that indicates my engine malfunction power reduced service now…. This is the second time this has happen … first time i took it to dealer they said oh they don’t see anything after taking to put it on machine and it said my engine was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-phev-system-fault","label":"PHEV system fault and charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11734374","quote_1_text":"The EV portion of the PHEV is often not providing power to the motors, even though, there are still plenty of battery power available. The vehicle sometimes gave \"Power Reduced\" warning that usually went away after 30 minutes, and the vehicle cannot go into EV mode…","quote_2_odi":"11638649","quote_2_text":"1) 12/20/2024: Took the car to a Mitsubishi dealer as the 'Check Engine Light' was ON for a few days. They erased the code but could not diagnose the cause. Returned home and could NOT charge the car using the same standard outlet (level 1) I used since I bought the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-rear-end-sway","label":"Rear-end sway and loss of control over bumps","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11684655","quote_1_text":"Clunking/Rattling noise coming from passenger rear of vehicle when hitting bumps and rear of vehicle swaying/swerving. Can hear noise while shaking the car side to side while parked. Only 35000 miles. Rear suspension of vehicle seems soft. Took to the dealer rear was misaligned…","quote_2_odi":"11588082","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the vehicle drove over a rock or a manhole cover, the rear end of the vehicle was fishtailed, and the contact lost control of the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-rearview-camera-blackout","label":"Rearview camera and screen blackout when reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11746298","quote_1_text":"Recall repair did not solve the camera problem. Rear camera and parking assist camera's do not come on. When car is shifted into reverse, camera does not appear. This issue was already reported and I have completed the recall maintenance for this issue and the problem still…","quote_2_odi":"11666982","quote_2_text":"Screen and camera unit cuts off and you have no visual of rear view camera. No radio no sound no screen.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2023,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"outlander-2023-steering-clunk-on-turning","label":"Steering clunk and pop on turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11589819","quote_1_text":"After this car sits for at least 10 minutes, upon first turn of the steering wheel, a “popping” is felt in the steering wheel, and a “clunk” noise is heard while turning the steering wheel to either the left or the right. A strut issue was advised for the 2022 outlander…","quote_2_odi":"11554370","quote_2_text":"The direction of the car where the wheel is when I turn it on sounds like a (crack)when I stop and start it sounds too, I called the Dealer and they know the problem but Mitsubishi still does not have a solution, they told me that they are investigating and they are not doing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-adas-sensor-faults","label":"Driver assistance sensor and alert malfunctions","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11643805","quote_1_text":"I purchased my 2024 Outlander in August and drive 150 miles daily, Monday to Friday. Since November, with only 2,500 miles on it, I've experienced recurring issues: 1. Adaptive cruise control turns off frequently","quote_2_odi":"11718146","quote_2_text":"Sometimes when I am backing up, the rear backup camera will go dark, switch to something random (such as music screen) or freeze (I.e. it shows a clear path behind me while backing up but the screen is just frozen)","quote_3_odi":"11675746","quote_3_text":"Distance sensor failed and dealership now states the bracket is bent and it is due to a front end collision but there is no damage to the vehicle, has never been in an accident. The sensor should be covered under the warranty but they want to charge $1715.06 for repairs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-brake-failure","label":"Sudden loss of braking response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11742234","quote_1_text":"2024 Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV brake-by-wire failure during a downhill U-turn at 100% battery state of charge. Pedal went completely soft to the floor, unable to stop, causing a crash","quote_2_odi":"11702513","quote_2_text":"I was driving my vehicle, the roads were snowy so was traveling slowly. I attempted to slow down a little more, when I pushed on the brake there was absolutely no response, usually you can feel and even hear the brakes (abs) functioning, there was nothing","quote_3_odi":"11595529","quote_3_text":"Mine and my daughters safety was put in danger on April 10, 2024 when I was turning into a parking space at my doctors office and went to put the car into park the car accelerated on its on over an embankment and into a busy 5 lane highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-electrical-glitches","label":"Infotainment and electrical system glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11718149","quote_1_text":"The music will all of a sudden start blasting, volume will randomly start increasing, phone calls (connected to car) will randomly end, voice activation will randomly activate on car. This can surprise driver and could cause an issue","quote_2_odi":"11685824","quote_2_text":"I am buying this vehicle and it does the following: after shutting it off while in gear, it shuts off before its all the way into park. The next several starts include these problems: the drivers and media screens are out of synchronization and come up slow and even blank","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and warning lights","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11664228","quote_1_text":"Vehicle gives warning of Engine malfunction Power Reduced Service NOW and started only 30 days after purchase The dealer says take pictures when the warning appears and bring the vehicle in. This will be the 5th complaint about the same problem with no results","quote_2_odi":"11637587","quote_2_text":"In the morning where I live for the last few days it has been below 0. The Outlander PHEV even when plugged in over night will start the gas engine and drive for about one minute until the gas engine shuts off and comes up with a message saying power reduced with a turtle symbol","quote_3_odi":"11718148","quote_3_text":"While on even a slight hill, sometimes the car rolls back if I am not moving forward. For example, if ai am stopped at a red light, the car will roll backwards (instead of not moving or going forward). It’s an automatic transmission so this should not occur","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-seat-belt-failures","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745339","quote_1_text":"Front driver seat belt does not retract and has caused damage to door. Vehicle is available for inspection. We are worried that the seatbelt will not function properly in an accident since is does not function properly now","quote_2_odi":"11700643","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while attempting to latch the front driver’s seat belt, the buckle did not connect, and the buckle casing fractured. The contact stated that the microscrews used to secure the seat belt buckle had failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2024,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander","model_slug":"outlander","cluster_id":"mitsubishi-outlander-2024-tire-wheel-failures","label":"Tire tread separation and wheel vibration","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11736080","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Mitsubishi Outlander Equipped with Nexen Roadian GTX in size 255/45R20. The contact stated while driving the vehicle at 30 MPH she noted her tire pressure was very low,","quote_2_odi":"11741893","quote_2_text":"I took my outlander in on May 6 2026 for routine oil change , tire rotation, basic multi inspection to bruce walters service (same company i bought it from new 15 months ago). Inspection was flawless with green light on tires, brakes, the works","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/mitsubishi/outlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10823971","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"10403148","quote_2_text":"HAVING THIS ACIDENT ON A BRIGHT SUNNY DAY, IN THE AFTERNOON DURING RUSH HOUR. THE COMPLETE FRONT END WAS TORN OFF THE VEHICLE CAUSING $8.0000.00 DOLLARS . MY PROBLEM IS THAT NON OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THAT WAS UPSETTING CONSIDERING THE EXTENT OF DAMAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-blower-defroster-failure","label":"Blower motor and defroster failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11152897","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BLOWER MOTOR FAILED TO OPERATE","quote_2_odi":"11156630","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HEATER AND DEFROSTER STOPPED WORKING WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-drive-belt-recall-parts","label":"Drive belt recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10658531","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V562000 (ENGINE). HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10704693","quote_2_text":"2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DRIVE BELT SYSTEM RECALL. *SMD THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-seat-belt-failure","label":"Driver seat belt failure to secure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11155640","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE DRIVER SEAT BELT CLICKS AS IF IT IS FASTENED CORRECTLY THEN MOMENTS LATER IT WILL POP OUT AS IF IT WERE NEVER ATTACHED. THIS IS A HUGE SAFETY RISK FOR ANYONE WHO IS DRIVING THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10888670","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO SECURE PROPERLY, WAS LOOSELY CONNECTED, AND FAILED TO RETRACT WHEN NECESSARY","quote_3_odi":"11082671","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT REAR SEAT BELT DOES NOT LOCK AND PULLS BACK OUT WHEN CONNECTED, COMBINED WITH THE FACT THAT THE FRONT BELTS ARE NOT LONG ENOUGH FOR EVEN THE SLIGHTEST OF LARGER PERSONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-suspension-corrosion","label":"Front suspension corrosion and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11435017","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V279000 (Structure, Suspension) however, the contact was unable to schedule the recall repair because she was unable to get a response from the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11244359","quote_2_text":"THIS MODEL VEHICLE HAS A BAD DESIGN FLAW THAT MITSUBISHI REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE. THE LOCATION OF THE AIR CONDITIONER DISCHARGE CAUSES WATER TO DRIP DIRECTLY ONTO THE SUB FRAME BELOW","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2011,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2011-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure during rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10991638","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE WHILE ATTEMPTING TO DRIVE IN THE RAIN","quote_2_odi":"11096527","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED TO OPERATE CORRECTLY. IN ADDITION, THE VISIBILITY WAS BLURRY THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"airbag-warning-light-and-non-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219713","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 45 MPH DURING NIGHT, THE VEHICLE HIT TWO PEDESTRIANS CROSSING THE ROAD AND FATALLY INJURED ONE OF THE PEDESTRIANS. THE OTHER PASSENGER WAS","quote_2_odi":"11231431","quote_2_text":"AIRBAGS NO LONGER WILL DEPLOY ACCORDING TO COLLISION REPAIR SHOP. HAD SOME HAIL DAMAGE REPAIRS AFTER THAT THE DASHBOARD LIGHT FOR AIRBAGS CAME ON THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND THEN STAYED ON PERMANENTLY","quote_3_odi":"10459989","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN FREEWAY 110 WHEN THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LOOSENED AND HANGED SEMI-OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"cvt-transmission-premature-failure","label":"CVT transmission premature failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11270402","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRANSMISSION CAUSES THE POWERTRAIN TO STOP WORKING MAKING THE CAR IMPOSSIBLE TO REMAIN IN MOTION. THIS WILL HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC. THE TRANSMISSION WILL HOWL AND SQUEAL RIGHT BEFORE IT NO LONGER WORKS","quote_2_odi":"11433279","quote_2_text":"The transmission prematurely fails and begins to shine and locks up","quote_3_odi":"11124074","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION IS FAILING TO CHANGE GEARS. THE CAR WON'T SHIFT THROUGH 3RD GEAR. WE WERE ON THE INTERSTATE GOING65 WHEN IT HAPPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"sun-visor-mounting-screws-falling-out","label":"Sun visor mounting screws falling out","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2014-04","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10579398","quote_1_text":"ONE DAY I NOTICED A SCREW MISSING FROM THE PIECE THAT HOLDS THE VISOR TO THE ROOF AND IT WON'T BE LONG UNTIL THE VISOR FALLS ALL TOGETHER","quote_2_odi":"10508705","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN MOTION, AN ANCHORING SCREW HOLD THE PASSENGER SIDE VISOR TO THE ROOF PANEL FELL OUT INTO MY LAP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"suspension-component-wear-and-frame-corrosion","label":"Suspension component wear and frame corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11608802","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, she observed a rubbing noise emanating from underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11082555","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WOULD WOBBLE","quote_3_odi":"11424791","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated upon looking under the vehicle, the contact noticed that the whole frame and upper panel were completely rusted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2012,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"takata-recall-visibility-wiper-parts-delay","label":"Takata and visibility recall parts unavailable","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11006722","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10959748","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V791000 (VISIBILITY); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10925524","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN DRIVING MY VEHICLE MAKES A WINING SOUND FROM THE ENGINE IN THE VEHICLE WHEN I AM DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal or side-impact crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11090823","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS TOTALED A FEW DAYS AGO I WAS DRIVING HOME AND HIT A DEAR AT 55MPH AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY MY FRONT END WAS DESTROYED MY RADIATOR WAS DESTROYED ALONG WITH OTHER PARTS OF THE CAR AND THE CAR WAS CONSIDERED TOTALED. I WAS INFORMED MY AIR BAGS SHOULD OF DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11005483","quote_2_text":"STRUCK IN RIGHT FRONT QUARTER PANEL BY PICKUP TRUCK GOING 70MPH WHICH TOTALLED MY VEHICLE AND CAUSED INJURIES TO MYSELF AND GRANDSON BUT NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. DEPLOYMENT WOULD HAVE REDUCED OUR INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"10633083","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, THE SEAT BELT DID NOT ENGAGE. THEREFORE I STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL TWICE, AND WHIPPED MY NECK. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-airbag-service-required-light","label":"Airbag warning light or service-required message","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11619740","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED message appears on dash. Occurred on 09/20/2018 and again on 09/29/2023. Both times required service to fix. Has now happened again on 10/14/2024","quote_2_odi":"11493124","quote_2_text":"Airbag service system light is on In my car and the codes ran and it popped up SR-14-001 they gave me paperwork saying its a recall on my driver seat mounted airbag wiring has been improperly installed. Dealership is saying its not a recall","quote_3_odi":"11097658","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE \"SERVICE AIR BAG REQUIRED\" MESSAGE DISPLAYED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-cvt-transmission-overheat","label":"CVT transmission overheating and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11468377","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission started overheating. There was a message displayed on the instrument panel to Slow Down. The vehicle then started to decelerate independently","quote_2_odi":"11434988","quote_2_text":"1) Transmission or power train 2) The vehicle may be inspected at request 3) The vehicle starts and may go for about a mile, and then it will buck and act like it's in neutral for all gears. I got stuck in the middle of an intersection turning left","quote_3_odi":"11350223","quote_3_text":"AT 115,000 MILES, THE TRANSMISSION WENT OUT. MY SUV NO LONGER GOES ABOVE 30MPH WITHOUT THE RPMS WILDLY JUMPING. BOTH THE 2014 AND 2015 MODELS HAVE A RECALL FOR THIS VERY CVT ISSUE BUT THE 2013 DOES NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-electrical-stall-ecu","label":"Engine stall or no-start linked to electrical system and ECU","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11560529","quote_1_text":"On Dec 8,2023 our mitsubishi outlander shut off while being driven. When this occurred multiple warning lights come on including, service engine immediately, engine overheating (which it was not) and multiple other lights. It was towed to the dealership where they told us the","quote_2_odi":"11056195","quote_2_text":"WITHOUT WARNING THE RPM WILL DROP TO ZERO. AT FIRST IT WOULD START RIGHT BACK UP WITHOUT HAVING TO RESTART IT. NOW WITHOUT WARNING IT WILL JUST DIE AND RPM GOES TO ZERO AND I HAVE TO RESTART IT. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL COME ON BUT NO DIAGNOSTIC CODES ARE STORED","quote_3_odi":"10542216","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service and parking brake malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11398674","quote_1_text":"A PARKING BRAKE RECALL HAS NOT FIXED THE CORROSION/LOCKING OF REAR PARKING BREAK CALIPERS. ROLLS WHILE IN GEAR AND TURNED OFF-IF ON INCLINE. PARKING BRAKE DOESN'T ENGAGE FULLY AND THEN STICKS BUT WILL NOT KEEP CAR FROM MOVING","quote_2_odi":"11282414","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO IMMEDIATELY STOP. ALSO, THE ACS MALFUNCTION WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10938758","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A LOUD CLANKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-underbody-rust-corrosion","label":"Underbody rust and corrosion of subframe and liftgate","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11668660","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V144000 (Suspension, Structure); and it was determined the undercarriage was extremely rusted","quote_2_odi":"11505970","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, his wife indicated that the vehicle was not driving in a straight line. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the front driver’s side suspension lower control arm had","quote_3_odi":"11365210","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR TOP LIFTGATE WAS RUSTED AND THE LICENSE PLATE WAS BUBBLED AND CORRODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2013,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2013-wiper-failure-recall","label":"Windshield wiper failure with recall parts on backorder","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":67,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10981149","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL A DAY AGO ME AND MY WIFE WAS RIDING DOWN THE HIGHWAY ON A RAINY DAY THEN THE WIPERS STOPPED WE WAS IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY HIGHWAY POURING DOWN RAIN. WE COULD NOT SEE ANYTHING AT ALL WE ALMOST GOT INTO 4 ACCIDENTS","quote_2_odi":"11055317","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING IN RAINY CONDITIONS AT APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO WAIT FOR THE RAIN TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"10945847","quote_3_text":"I HAD A RECALL NOTICE BY NHTSA ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO. I HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH THE DEALERSHIP, JIM MARSH OF NEVADA AND THEY HAVE BEEN IN TOUCH WITH MITSUBITSHI WHO CLAIMS THEY HAVE NO REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR THIS RECALL PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal or rear-end crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11466658","quote_1_text":"I rear-ended a car after they came to a complete stop at a green light on a road with a 50mph speed limit. I attempted to stop but in the rain my car hydroplaned, and I hit them","quote_2_odi":"10910032","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A MOOSE CROSSING THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10794493","quote_3_text":"I HAD A ACCIDENT WITH MY 3 CHILDREN IN THE CAR WITH ME. I WAS DRIVING ON A 6 LANE HIGHWAY & HIT A CAR THAT WAS IN THE MIDDLE LANE AS IT CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP FOR NO APPARENT REASON OTHER THAN REACHING FOR SOMETHING IN THE FLOORBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera loses video feed in reverse","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11415284","quote_1_text":"THE REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM SUDDENLY QUIT SHOWING VIDEO WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE. THE CAMERA ITSELF STILL WORKS AS I CAN GO INTO THE SETTINGS FOR BRIGHTNESS, COLOR, ETC","quote_2_odi":"11132199","quote_2_text":"AT JUST UNDER 60,000 MILES, THE REAR BACK UP CAMERA STOPPED WORKING, RESULTING IN A SAFETY HAZARD WHILE BACKING UP","quote_3_odi":"11367099","quote_3_text":"WHEN I PUT MY CAR IN REVERSE, MY REAR CAMERA DOES NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission loss of power and failure to shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11499147","quote_1_text":"I was on the freeway and all of the sudden the transmission stopped working and I was unable to get to the side of the road safely do to loss of power and traffic conditions","quote_2_odi":"10638179","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO SHAKE AND THEN LOST THE ABILITY TO MOVE. CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. VEHICLE ENGINE WOULD RUN BUT VEHICLE WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD OR REVERSE","quote_3_odi":"11242779","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A MESSAGE DISPLAYED, INDICATING THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS GETTING HOT AND TO SLOW DOWN. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC IN HOT WEATHER AT THE TIME OF THE MESSAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-rear-brake-caliper-sticking","label":"Rear brake caliper sticking and parking brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11341781","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS AT DEALER SHIP FOR RECALLS. REAR CALIPERS STILL LOCK UP SLIGHTLY FROM EMERGENCY BRAKE ACTUATOR ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11317142","quote_2_text":"RIGHT REAR CALIPER RUBS AND STICKS FOR A FEW DAYS THEN STOPS AFTER A FEW MILES. IT DOES NOT DO IT EVERY DAY OR EVERY TIME I DRIVE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10839267","quote_3_text":"AFTER A FULL STOP BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO CAR FLOOR AND CAR MOVE FORWARD EVEN PEDAL IS TO THE FLOOR I BILEVE IS THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-roof-dent-rust","label":"Roof denting and body panel rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11717682","quote_1_text":"My trunk lid is rusting away. Around the latch my hand has gone through it. We are not sure why this is happening","quote_2_odi":"11320952","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT DOOR (PASSENGER SIDE) HAS RUSTED ALL ALONG THE BOTTON OF THE DOOR. IN ADDITION THERE IS A NOISE COMING FROM THE DOOR WHEN YOU OPEN AND CLOSE IT","quote_3_odi":"10584666","quote_3_text":"WENT THROUGH CAR WASH BLOWERS AT END OF WASH LITERALLY DENTED ROOF. AFTER SURVEYING DAMAGE CAME TO CONCLUSION THE METAL ON THE ROOF IS EXTREMELY THIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt latch and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side seat belt was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"10615889","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELTS WERE NOT WORKING PROPERLY AND THE LATCH WOULD BECOME STUCK","quote_3_odi":"10522059","quote_3_text":"THE CENTER SEAT BELT IS VERY UNSAFE. ONCE THE LATCH IS RELEASE, IT GOES BACK TO THE TOP CORNER, BUT IT HIT MY SON IN THE EYE AND FOREHEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2014,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2014-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor failure after recall repair","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11655431","quote_1_text":"Windshield wipers don’t work drivers side works but won’t go all the way down the passenger side don’t work at all when it wants to work it gets stuck in the other wiper and bends the arms","quote_2_odi":"11229524","quote_2_text":"SINCE I'VE OWNED THE VEHICLE THERE HAVE BEEN TWO PRIOR RECALLS CONCERNING THE WIPER MOTORS. THE LAST REPAIR WAS NOT RIGHT AND I COMPLAINED TO ANY THAT WOULD LISTEN YET NOTHING WAS DONE","quote_3_odi":"11043956","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS, WHEN ACTIVATED, FAILED TO RETURN TO THE DOWNWARD POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2015-ac-idle-stall","label":"Rough idle and stalling with air conditioning on","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11404740","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STARTED HAVING ROUGH IDLE AT ABOUT 70,000 MILES WHEN AIR CONDITIONER WOULD BE TURNED ON. RMP'S WOULD FLUCTUATE BETWEEN 500-1000. NOW AT ABOUT 90,000 MILES VEHICLE HAS ROUGH IDLE WHETHER AC IS ON OR NOT","quote_2_odi":"11278620","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE STALLS WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONING/ HEATING IS TURNED ON AND SOMETIMES THE ENGINE SHUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND IN TRAFFIC WHILE HE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND WHILE WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT OR STOP SIGN","quote_3_odi":"11337522","quote_3_text":"ABOUT TWO MONTHS AGO MY VEHICLE STARTED ACTING UP ON AND OFF. WHEN EVER MY A/C IS ON AND I COME TO A COMPLETE STOP LIKE A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGNS MY TRUCK GETS TO JERKING, IDLING UP AND MAJORITY OF THE TIME IT SHUTS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751527","quote_1_text":"Front air bags did not deploy upon impact at approximately 40mph","quote_2_odi":"11427191","quote_2_text":"On June 11, 2020 i was hit head on in an accident in Syracuse NY. My airbags NEVER went off","quote_3_odi":"11071836","quote_3_text":"THE SENSOR FOR THE AIRBAGS WAS OUT DURING THE CRASH BUT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2015-brake-caliper-seize","label":"Rear brake caliper and parking brake seizing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11384061","quote_1_text":"PARKING BRAKE IS NONFUNCTIONAL DUE TO PARTS OF BRAKE CALIPER RELATED TO PARKING BRAKE BECOMING STUCK IN PLACE, AND PREVENTING THE PARKING BRAKE FROM ENGAGING","quote_2_odi":"11402547","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT IMMEDIATELY STOP, CAUSING THE STOPPING DISTANCE TO BECOME EXTENDED","quote_3_odi":"11328990","quote_3_text":"MY REAR DRIVERS SIDE BRAKE CALIPER FROZE LAST YEAR AND CURRENTLY MY REAR HTTPS://HOODSITE.COM/PASSENGER BRAKE CALIPER IS FROZEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2015,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":232,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747268","quote_1_text":"Purchased used car in July 2024 and was able to drive it maybe 2 months and the transmission would not shift and would come to a complete stop. Not a safe feeling driving in 3 lanes of traffic on a busy highway at rush hour","quote_2_odi":"11679170","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and while driving from a complete stop, the vehicle hesitated upon depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_3_odi":"11039938","quote_3_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION WENT COMPLETELY OUT. THIS VEHICLE IS ONLY 2 YEARS OLD AND WE WERE IN THE MIDDLE OF NO WHERE NEW MEXICO. WE WERE DRIVING, NO PROBLEMS AND THEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN IT SAID STOP THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT. WE IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11316315","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN THE VEHICLE WAS UNEXPECTEDLY HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11066677","quote_2_text":"COLLISION GOING 40 MPH HIT A STOPPED VEHICLE. WHOLE FRONT END BUCKLED LEAVING OVER 7G IN DAMAGE. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11190527","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO AN ANIMAL ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-brake-caliper-rotor-wear","label":"Service brake caliper and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11521982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds and merging off the highway and entering the cloverleaf, the brake pedal was depressed but the vehicle failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11470822","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander. The contact stated that after he disengaged the parking brake, a burning odor was detected while driving. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the wheels were hot","quote_3_odi":"10851203","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE MAKING A TURN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. IN ADDITION, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-cvt-transmission-hesitation","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11665436","quote_1_text":"I have a CVT system on my SUV and the transmission keeps slipping. A transmission light comes on and the car starts to stall. It happens mostly in stop and go traffic","quote_2_odi":"11483311","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway the vehicle started jumping RPM and jerking violently. The RPM would rise and then dramatically fall with a clunking sound coming from CVT transmission","quote_3_odi":"11475994","quote_3_text":"I have a 2016 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport that was purchased in 2020 with 42 thousand miles on it. While I was on the highway I started experiencing acceleration hesitation and my car gave a message saying transmission service needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-door-latch-recall-parts","label":"Door latch recall parts unavailable","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11031569","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE DRIVER'S DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY AND WAS DAMAGED","quote_2_odi":"11046535","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V233000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) AND 17V609000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11010179","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V233000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight bulb failure and burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11003651","quote_1_text":"WITH JUST 2,000 MILES ON THE SUV, THE DRIVER'S SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BURNED OUT. REPLACED IT. AT 20,000 MILES, BOTH LOW BEAMS BURNED OUT AT THE SAME TIME. REPLACED THEM. AT 30,000, BOTH LOW BEAMS BURNED OUT AGAIN, AT THE SAME TIME","quote_2_odi":"11385543","quote_2_text":"THIS IS NOW MY SECOND COMPLAINT TO YOU. AGAIN ON THE HEADLIGHTS THIS TIME THEY WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME WHILE DRIVING ON A TWO LANE HIGHWAY SHORTLY AFTER MIDNIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11268116","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS KEEP BURNING OUT.. NOW HAVING TO REPLACE FOR THE THIRD TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2016,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2016-parking-brake-failure","label":"Parking brake failure to engage or disengage","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11626381","quote_1_text":"The emergency brake suddenly failed to function. Applied the brake but there was no tension on the lever & no brake function occuring","quote_2_odi":"11617095","quote_2_text":"The parking brake is sticking when the vehicle is in motion, and it fails to keep the vehicle stationary when engaged. The car cannot operate correctly with the emergency brake engaged","quote_3_odi":"11408431","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 20V741000 (PARKING BRAKE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Air bag failure to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11061349","quote_1_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN A RARE END COLLISION ON AN ICY ROAD. I BRAKED AND THE CAR ESSENTIALLY SLID DIRECTLY INTO AN 18 WHEELER. THE VEHICLE WAS IN FORWARD MOTION ON A HIGHWAY DOING AROUND OR BELOW EST 40MPH. UPON IMPACT THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY DESPITE THE EXTENSIVE DAMAGE SEEN","quote_2_odi":"11278921","quote_2_text":"FRONT IMPACT WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE AIRBAGS DIDN'T OPEN","quote_3_odi":"11204515","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT SWERVED TO AVOID A DEER AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT RESTRAINED THE DRIVER TOO TIGHTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11104577","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAG MAY DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11175930","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO START MY CAR IN THE MORNING AND OUT OF THE BLUE THE AIRBAG SERVICE REQUIRED LIGHT CAME ON AND WON'T GO OFF","quote_3_odi":"11296955","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING ON ANY TYPE OF ROAD AND WHILE PARKED. MITSUBISHI DEALERSHIP STATES THAT THE PASSENGER SEAT GOT WET AND THE LIGHT WILL GO OFF WHEN THE SEAT DRIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-battery-drain-stall","label":"Battery drain causing stalling or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11349729","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND PARKED ON A CITY STREET. WHEN I'M GOING TO TURN IT ON, THE CAR'S BATTERY IS DEAD. I HAVE BEEN THROUGH THIS SAME SITUATION FIVE (5) TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11493486","quote_2_text":"I’ve changed the battery at least once or twice within the first 2 years of purchasing the vehicle from the dealer with zero miles on it. Lately (in the past 2 months) I’ve changed the battery at least four times or more","quote_3_odi":"11736570","quote_3_text":"While driving, the vehicle will randomly shut off and lose all power. If I jump the car, it starts up and runs fine for a while. Also, there have been several incidents when I park the car, and it immediately loses all power and needs to be jumped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11053298","quote_1_text":"2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE BRAKES AND DEALERS REFUSAL TO REPAIR VEHICLE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT; THEREFORE, THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11496898","quote_2_text":"12/08/22 My breaks malfunctioned prior to impact i could not stop and i rear ended another car the other persons car wasn't nearly as bad as mine ..my outlander however is totaled","quote_3_odi":"11206222","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW FROM THE DEALER WITH 6,000 MILES ON IT. JULY OF 2018 THE LEFT REAR CALIPER FAILED AND DAMAGED THE ROTOR. I BROUGHT THE CAR IN AND THE ROTOR, BRAKE PADS AND CALIPER WERE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11636737","quote_1_text":"The Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) system failed. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. The failure caused the vehicle to lose acceleration, delay response to the gas pedal, and jerk while driving","quote_2_odi":"11404540","quote_2_text":"THE 2017 HAS THE SAME CVT TRANSMISSION AS THE RECALLED 2015 AND 2016 MODELS. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 4 YEARS AND ITS NOW HESITATING ON ACCELERATION - A CLASSIC SIGN OF CVT FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11055796","quote_3_text":"THE 2017 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT'S CVT TRANSMISSION HESITANT WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP THEN IT SURGES WITH POWER AND THE RPM FLUCTUATES UP AND DOWN CONTINUOUSLY. WHEN GIVEN GAS THE VEHICLE SOMETIMES DOES NOT ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-parking-brake-stuck","label":"Electric parking brake failure to disengage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11625635","quote_1_text":"The electric parking break was stuck and alarm going off. Only used ebrake maybe 5 times in the years I have had my car. This time was I used it while parked on a hill. The ebrake would not disengage properly","quote_2_odi":"11526117","quote_2_text":"E brake will not disengage","quote_3_odi":"11318252","quote_3_text":"EMERGENCY BREAK STUCK AND ALARM SOUNDING. FIRST TIME EBRAKE WAS EVER USED. VEHICLES EBRAKE WAS SET WHILE PARKED ON A HILL. WILL NOT DISENGAGE PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2017,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2017-seat-rocking","label":"Driver seat rocking during acceleration and braking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11115575","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SEAT ROCKS BACK AND FORTH (BRAKING AND ACCELERATING) I'M AFRAID SEAT MAY BECOME SO LOSE THAT IT CAN BREAK BACK CAUSING A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11329406","quote_2_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING OR BRAKING ON ANY ROADS OR CONDITIONS THE DRIVER SEAT WILL ROCK BACK AND FORTH. THIS HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE 5/22/2020. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11020869","quote_3_text":"POWER DRIVER SEAT ROCKS FORWARD AND BACK DURING ACCELERATION, STOPPING, STATIONARY AND GOING OVER BUMPS. THIS HAPPENS ON CITY STREETS AND ON THE HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates without cause","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11641815","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the air bag light warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the air bag","quote_2_odi":"11722776","quote_2_text":"Air bag symbol is lit on dash. Technicians unable to find issue, nor were they able to reset light. I feel the importance of said system functioning properly needs addressed. Not just we e can't find what is wrong.Nothing else we can do. No, that's b s","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2018-airbags-fail-to-deploy","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11679419","quote_1_text":"On 05AUG25, my wife was involved in a frontal collision while driving our 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The vehicle struck another vehicle at an estimated speed of over 30 mph, resulting in significant damage to the front passenger side, including deformation of the hood and","quote_2_odi":"11679429","quote_2_text":"This is a follow-up and correction to a complaint previously submitted for VIN [XXX] regarding airbag non-deployment during a passenger-side T-bone collision on [XXX]. A [XXX] child was properly restrained in a rear-facing car seat in the rear passenger-side seat. The vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2018-electrical-system-disables-vehicle","label":"Electrical system failure disables vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11323200","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 1, 2020 I DROVE ABOUT 15 MILES FROM MY HOME TO MEDFORD, OREGON. I MADE ONE STOP AND UPON GETTING BACK INTO THE VEHICLE, I COULD NOT START OR TURN OFF THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENT OF THE VEHICLE. THE MAINFRAME KEPT SHOWING \"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SERVICE REQUIRED\" I COULD NOT LOCK","quote_2_odi":"11205710","quote_2_text":"PUSH BUTTON START FAILED. DASH MESSAGE \"ELECTRICAL FAILURE\". CAR WAS PARKED. TRIED TO START. BUTTON STARTED FLASHING AND MESSAGE APPEARED ON DASHBOARD. AFTER SECOND ATTEMPT, HEARD AN ELECTRICAL SHORT BEHIND THE GLOVE BOX AREA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2018,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2018-transmission-stalls-loses-power","label":"Transmission stalls and loses power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11624824","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding serious safety issues with my 2018 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport, VIN: [XXX] , purchased from Carvana in 2019. Recurring transmission problems have created a significant safety risk for me and others. About a year after purchase, the vehicle’s","quote_2_odi":"11485359","quote_2_text":"ISSUE #1 Transmission light turns on and car starts feeling forced. My car is available for inspection upon request. Transmission issue almost caused the vehicles behind me bump into my vehicle, on a 75 mile highway going uphill. My vehicle was at normal speed then suddenly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-airbag-faults","label":"Airbag non-deployment or warning-light fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11636114","quote_1_text":"The airbag didnt deployed at the time of accident. Mitsubishi outlander has 7 airbags , but nothing has comes out. This is very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11301971","quote_2_text":"THE WHEEL AIR BAG DEPLOYED WRONG. I SAW THE RIGHT PART OF THE AIR BAG FLAT WHILE THE LEFT PART WAS FINE. IT CAUSED INJURES IN MY CHIN AND TONGUE, 5 RIBS, IN THE RIGHT PART OF MY BODY, BROKEN AND STERNUM BROKEN TOO","quote_3_odi":"11543059","quote_3_text":"The lights for the air bags is on ,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-brake-noise-failure","label":"Service brake noise, wear, and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11286459","quote_1_text":"ON 11/26/19, I WAS ON THE CROSS BRONX HIGH WAY IN TRAFFIC AND DROVE BUT COULD NOT STOP THE CAR. MY BRAKES FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11319010","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE ON NOVEMBER 19TH.IT HAD 32 MILES WHEN I PULLED OFF THE CAR LOT. IN JANUARY, NEW BREAKS HAD TO BE PUT ON IT DUE TO WEAR AND LOUD SOUND","quote_3_odi":"11219577","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH WITH THE SHIFTER IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO GO BACKWARDS. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE ON A SMALL INCLINE, BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-cvt-stall","label":"CVT transmission stall and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11546623","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact stated that \"Slow - Transmission Overheating\" message was displayed. The contact drove the vehicle to the residence but was unable to exceed 25 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11487610","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated that the Service Engine soon and the transmission service warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11714737","quote_3_text":"My car is stalling, shaking, shuddering, not accelerating and downshifting while I am on the highway almost killing me while attempting to inch my way across the lanes to the shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-parking-brake-lock","label":"Electronic parking brake lock-up or failure to release","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11575916","quote_1_text":"My parking brake locked up by itself. Took 4 trips to the mechanic to find out the module or switch is bad. It's 400 dollars just for the part","quote_2_odi":"11385561","quote_2_text":"THE EPB (EMERGENCY PARKING BREAK) WAS SOME HOW ACTIVATED, NOT SURE IF BY ACCIDENT OR WIRING ISSUE AND NOW WILL NOT DISENGAGE. I CANNOT DRIVE MY VEHICLE AND HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO GET IT INTO THE DEALER FOR 3 WEEKS","quote_3_odi":"11627842","quote_3_text":"Rear brake calipers sticking constantly. Emergency brake also sticking or loosing tension","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-seat-belt-latch","label":"Seat belt buckle latch or retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11533912","quote_1_text":"The Rear middle and Right side seat belts will NOT latch any longer","quote_2_odi":"11414012","quote_2_text":"ON FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2021 PASSENGERS BEGAN TO COMPLAIN THAT THE RIGHT-SIDE SEAT BELT (ON THE 2ND ROW OF SEATS) WOULD NOT FASTEN","quote_3_odi":"11592741","quote_3_text":"The contact also stated that the driver’s seat belt failed to retract","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2019,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2019-steering-traction","label":"Steering pull, wander, and loss of traction","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11363127","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING IN THE RAIN THE CAR HYDROPLANED ON ME ON 5 SEPARATE OCCASIONS. IT HAPPENED TO ME WHEN AT A MILD TURN AT FREE WAY SPEEDS AND SOMETIMES WHEN STRONG WINDS HIT THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11385536","quote_2_text":"I COULD TURN THE WHEEL BUT THE CAR WAS NOT MOVING IN THE DIRECTION I WAS TURNING","quote_3_odi":"11279235","quote_3_text":"WHEN TURNING ON THERE IS A KNOCKING SOUND. ALSO WHEN DRIVING IT SLIDES TO RIGHT. WITHOUT TURNING. KNOCKING SOUND ALL THE TIME. BRAKING IT SLIDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2020-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction and false warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11619031","quote_1_text":"So my push to start has to be pushed twice in order to crank the vehicle and when I first got the car about 9 months ago it didn’t do that and about since January the computer system failed twice and it showed a message about the computer system don’t remember exactly what","quote_2_odi":"11436196","quote_2_text":"I'm driving at 40 miles per hour and I turn off the radio and the lights on my board but it's still walking, then I parked to inspect it I turned it off and I wanted to turn it on and I didn't want to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2020-engine-stall-loss-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11721643","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and failed to accelerate as needed. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11618447","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Mitsubishi Outlander Sport. The contact stated while driving at approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle almost stalled. The contact stated that there was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11579493","quote_3_text":"The fuel pump is failing causing the car to shut down randomly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2020-infotainment-touchscreen","label":"Infotainment touchscreen unresponsive","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11699963","quote_1_text":"The touchscreen for the main infotainment system is becoming unresponsive. It’s impossible to use the most basic functions while driving without being distracted","quote_2_odi":"11513600","quote_2_text":"Radio digitizer touch screen not working - can not pair Bluetooth phone to comply with hands free laws. Unable to access some vehicle settings. Dealer said this is a very common issue - warranty expires at 36,000 miles and repair cost is $3,000.00 !","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2020,"make":"Mitsubishi","make_slug":"mitsubishi","model":"Outlander Sport","model_slug":"outlander-sport","cluster_id":"outlander-sport-2020-rear-seat-belt-buckle-short","label":"Rear seat belt buckle too short to reach","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11461721","quote_1_text":"The buckles for the side seats in the rear are So short they're almost hidden inside the seat making it difficult for anyone who is not child sized to find and/or buckle. I do ride share and this is an issue for 90% of my rides","quote_2_odi":"11458572","quote_2_text":"The rear passenger seat belt is way down in the seat and I have tried everything to get it to pull out more. I don't know what it could be, but it's almost as if the seat belt buckle is too short","quote_3_odi":"11374737","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT BELT ON THE BACK PASSAGE SEAT DOESN'T COME OUT. IT LIKE THAT BUCKLE IS TOO SHORT, WHICH MAKE IT HARD TO BUCKLE UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/mitsubishi/outlander-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/mitsubishi"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2010-clutch-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch concentric slave cylinder failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10730600","quote_1_text":"AT 40,000 MILES MY CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER FAILED WHILE DRIVING. MY CLUTCH PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR OF THE CAR AND WOULD NOT COME BACK UP","quote_2_odi":"10790334","quote_2_text":"CSC (CONCENTRIC SLAVE CYLINDER) - FAILED, CLUTCH PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR, CAN'T SHIFT GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11327498","quote_3_text":"CONCENTRIC SLAVE CYLINDER IN MY MANUAL TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND FAILED RANDOMLY WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THE CLUTCH JUST GOT STUCK TO THE FLOOR AND I COULD NOT GET IT BACK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking and surface degradation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10978871","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD ON MY 370Z 2010 IS ALL CRACKED UP, I HAVE LOOKED AT MANY OTHER 370Z AND THEY ARE ALL WITH THE SAME ISSUE. I WENT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THEY HAVE RECEIVED MANY COMPLAINTS AND ARE AWAITING A RECALL FROM FACTORY","quote_2_odi":"10865081","quote_2_text":"MY DASH BOARD IS STARTING TO MELT. IT HAS AN OILY RESIDUE THAT CREATES AN BRIGHT GLARE IN DAYTIME DRIVING MAKING IT HARD TO SEE SAFELY","quote_3_odi":"11196462","quote_3_text":"DASH STARTS UNEXPECTEDLLY TO CRACK AND FALL APART. EVEN WHEN MY VEHICLE HAS TINT IN WINDOWS SINCE NEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2010-headlight-ballast","label":"Headlight ballast and lens fogging failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10822902","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS HAVE EXTENSIVE FOGGING ON THE LENS AND THE HEADLIGHT BALLAST OVER HEATS AND SHUTS OFF THE HEADLIGHT. THE REPAIR IS TO REPLACE THE BALLAST--IF YOU DO NOT, IT CREATES EXTRA STRESS ON THE HEADLIGHT AND COULD END UP BEING WELL OVER A $1000.00 REPAIR--DEALER QUOTED","quote_2_odi":"10584588","quote_2_text":"LARGE AMOUNTS OF CONDENSATION IN HEADLIGHT CAUSED HID HEADLIGHT TO FAIL. THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM IN NISSAN VEHICLES. HID HEADLIGHTS SHOULD NOT FAIL DUE TO MOISTURE INTRUDING INTO THE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"10854423","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLIGHT BALLAST IS ALSO A FAILED PRODUCT LEAVING YOU WITH A FLICKERING OR NO HEADLIGHT-CAR HAS LESS THAN 55000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2010-occupant-sensor-airbag","label":"Passenger seat occupant sensor / SRS warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11388784","quote_1_text":"SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM LIGHT IS FLASHING ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. ALSO, AIR BAG 2 DEACTIVATION LIGHT IS LIT. WENT TO NISSAN DEALER. ERROR CODE IS B1018, OCCUPANT SENSOR. DEALER STATES THAT OCCUPANT SENSOR HAS FAILED, AND THEY WANT $4700 TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE BASE","quote_2_odi":"11399469","quote_2_text":"THE SRS LIGHT CAME ON ON THE DASH. CAR IS 10 YEARS OLD, BUT ONLY HAS 24073 MILES ON IT. NISSAN DEALER IDENTIFIED ERROR CODE B1018. OCCUPANT SENSOR IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT FAILED. NISSAN QUOTED $4767 TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER SEAT BASE ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"10524150","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT DRIVER'S SEAT IS WORN IN THE AREA OF THE SEAT AIRBAG AND I AM CONCERNED THAT THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED IN THE EVENT OF A SIDE CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2010-steering-lock-failure","label":"Electronic steering column lock failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":74,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11296728","quote_1_text":"NISSAN ESCL DEFECT. NISSAN IS AWARE OF THIS DEFECT ON MY MAKE AND MODEL AND REFUSING TO REIMBURSE THE TOWING, PART, AND LABOR. NEVER HAD A PROBLEM UNTIL 12/9/2019 WHEN MY CAR LEFT ME STRANDED","quote_2_odi":"10836509","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN 370Z. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE STEERING LOCKOUT MECHANISM NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"10935510","quote_3_text":"MY 2010 NISSAN 370Z STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP TWICE IN ONE WEEK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2011-clutch-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch concentric slave cylinder failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11063429","quote_1_text":"CLUTCH SLAVE CYLINDER WENT OUT AT AROUND 40K MILES. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH, THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH MANY OTHER 370 Z'S. I AM NOW WORRIED THAT I WILL NEED A THIRD CSC","quote_2_odi":"10730187","quote_2_text":"I WENT OUT TO START MY CAR FOR A DRIVE ON 06/21/15. AS I WAS REACHING FOR THE CLUTCH PEDAL WITH MY FOOT TO START THE ENGINE, I FOUND THE CLUTCH PEDAL HAD ALREADY SUNK HALF WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD BEFORE MY FOOT CAME IN CONTACT WITH IT. I HAD TO REACH IN FURTHER ALMOST COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"10925558","quote_3_text":"THE CLUTCH STICKS TO THE FLOOR MAKING IT HARD TO SHIFT. YOU HAVE TO PULL IT UP WITH YOUR FOOT. SOME SAY THESE CARS WERE MANUFACTURED WITH A POOR DESIGNED SLAVE CYLINDER. THE CLUTCH STICKS WHERE EVER YOU ARE DRIVING SOMETIMES IT WILL START BACK TO WORKING PROPERLY FOR A WHILE. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"370Z","model_slug":"370z","cluster_id":"nissan-370z-2011-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Electronic steering lock preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11515373","quote_1_text":"Steering lock module failure. Same issue as in 2016 (NHTSA tracking number 10929922). Car would not start. In city park and waited 4 hours for tow truck. By myself - 74 year old female. Getting dark and dealership closed. Had the exact part malfunction in 2016 and had to have it","quote_2_odi":"11205346","quote_2_text":"FOR YEARS, THERE HAVE BEEN WIDESPREAD DEFECTS IN THE ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK (ESCL) THAT DISABLED THE PUSH-BUTTON IGNITION IN A WIDE RANGE OF NISSAN AND INFINITI VEHICLES. THE ESCL'S PRIMARY JOB IS TO KEEP THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UNTIL YOU BRING YOUR KEY FOB IN RANGE","quote_3_odi":"10947467","quote_3_text":"STEERING LOCK FAILURE FROM WHAT I UNDERSTAND NISSAN RECALLED THIS PART FOR MODEL YEARS 2009-2010 HOWEVER I HAVE A 2011 MODEL AND IT HAS FAILED AT JUST UNDER 28K MILES. I CANT START MY CAR, THE STEERING LOCK ACTS AS A SECURITY FEATURE (ANTI THEFT) AND IT HAS FAILED ON MY CAR AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/370z","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2008,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2008-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1028,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11117968","quote_1_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ISSUE WITH VEHICLES CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT)","quote_2_odi":"11084364","quote_2_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION REPLACED AT 82,139 MILES. AN EXTENSION OF THE WARRANTY WAS DONE FOR A LARGE NUMBER OF CVT TRANSMISSIONS EXTENDING TO 120,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11067219","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SHOOK. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2008,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2008-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Melting dashboard causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1028,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11733764","quote_1_text":"Like many others in this make/model, dashboard is melting, resulting in glare onto windshield, off-gassing of chemicals, and concerns that airbags may not properly deploy","quote_2_odi":"11510227","quote_2_text":"The dashboard in my 2008 Nissan Altima has been melting, cracking and deteriorating","quote_3_odi":"11079443","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE DASH HAS MELTED CAUSING THE DASH TO BE STICKY AND REFLECTING A MASSIVE GLARE ON WINDSHIELD MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2008,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2008-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant-sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1028,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11696545","quote_1_text":"Passenger air bag indicator light has been on for 2 years and have been unable to locate issue","quote_2_odi":"11421002","quote_2_text":"The contact then stated that the passenger air bag off warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11173294","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2008,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2008-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":1028,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11252064","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED, MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. IT WAS CLOSED AT THE TIME, AND FORTUNATELY SUN SHADE CLOSED SO GLASS DID NOT FALL IN ON ME","quote_2_odi":"11218643","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND MY SUNROOF JUST SEEMED TO HAVE EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"11072061","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME AFTER WORK MY SUNROOF ON MY 2008 NISSAN ALTIMA EXPLODED IT WAS NOT HOT OR COLD TEMP WAS APPROXIMATELY 75 DEGREES NO OTHER VEHICLES WERE AROUND ME AT THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2008,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2008-suspension-wheel-detachment","label":"Suspension failure with wheel detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1028,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11619836","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on the highway at approximately 80 MPH, the steering wheel became stiff, and the contact lost control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11458330","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while making a left turn into a parking at an undisclosed speed, the front driver’s side tire detached from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11352794","quote_3_text":"MY SPRINGS ON BOTH REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER BROKE INTO PIECES AND POPPED MY TIRES WHILE I WAS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2009-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT limp-mode power loss at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11452158","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission CONTINUES to \"FAIL\"; the transmission goes into \"fail-safe mode\" when the driving long distances","quote_2_odi":"11271062","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION HAS GIVEN ME MAJOR PROBLEMS AFTER DRIVING FOR 60+ MILES","quote_3_odi":"11355051","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 149,000 MILES WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2009-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard melting causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11453417","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the dashboard had started to melt due to sunlight exposure. She also stated that a glare from the melted dashboard would reflect onto the windshield, obstructing her vision while driving","quote_2_odi":"11316618","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD ON MY 2009 NISSAN ALTIMA HAS STARTED TO PRODUCE A VERY SHINNY AND STICKY SUBSTANCE","quote_3_odi":"11210261","quote_3_text":"THE TOP OF THE DASHBOARD IS MELTING. THIS CAUSES A SHINY SURFACE WHICH IS REFLECTIVE IN THE SUN, CAUSING A MAJOR DISTRACTION TO THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2009-front-suspension-strut-failure","label":"Front suspension strut and coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11222681","quote_1_text":"IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR DRIVER AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE COIL SPRINGS WERE FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"11269574","quote_2_text":"LEFT FRONT STRUT SPRING BROKE","quote_3_odi":"11268353","quote_3_text":"THERE'S A LOUD CRUNCHING AND CRACKING NOISE WHEN TURNING THE VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL LEFT AND RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2009-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger seat airbag occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":1547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11268204","quote_1_text":"I FIRST STARTED NOTICING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHING OFF AND ON WHEN I WOULD PLACE A HEAVY ITEM IN THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"11187251","quote_2_text":"2009 NISSAN ALTIMA PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR ISSUE. THE AIRBAG LIGHT THAT INDICATES WHEN THE AIRBAGS ARE ON/OFF REMAINS LIT AT ALL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11512062","quote_3_text":"The passenger seat airbag light is blinking on the dashboard as well as the passenger airbag on/off light is on meaning that the passenger airbag if off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2009-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Steering column lock failure preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":1547,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11579626","quote_1_text":"There's an obvious issue with the steering lock system in 2009 Altimas that Nissan fails to address with a recall","quote_2_odi":"11635582","quote_2_text":"After the steering Lock anti theft activated, steering lock ESCL module does not allow to turn on the ignition even keys are inserted","quote_3_odi":"11424050","quote_3_text":"Steering lock mechanism malfunction leaving me stranded due to the car not starting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light from passenger seat sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11506209","quote_1_text":"Sensor in the front passenger seat is out making the airbag light blink in the cluster panel. I was told by the Nissan dealership that I would need a whole new seat and that would cost over $1000","quote_2_odi":"11459703","quote_2_text":"The airbag lights came on and when I took it to Nissan, I was told that it will not deploy if a person was to get in an accident","quote_3_odi":"11280909","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT FLASHES WHEN CAR IS ON WHETHER STATIONARY OR IN MOTION. WAS TOLD ITS THE SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION AND THE WHOLE CUSHION HAS TO BE REPLACED. AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AND IS A SAFETY ISSUE IF NOT FIXED ASAP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission stalling, hesitation, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11442151","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle independently decelerated without warning. The contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to a local mechanic","quote_2_odi":"11151613","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WILL NOT GO PAST 60 MPH, THEN WITHIN 24 HOURS WOULD NOT GO PAST 40 MPH, WITHIN 24 MORE HOURS, VEHICLE WILL NOT ACCELERATE OVER 20 MPH AND HAS EXTREME POWER LOSS. WAS EVALUATED BY TRANSMISSION SHOP WHO CONFIRMED THE TRANSMISSION IS FAILING","quote_3_odi":"11229969","quote_3_text":"MY CAR HESITATES TO PULL OUT UNTIL OVER 20 MPH I HAVE THE CVT TRANSMISSION WHICH IS THROWING A CODE I BOUGHT THIS CAR FROM A CAR LOT!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-electronic-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Electronic steering lock preventing vehicle from starting","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11071968","quote_1_text":"I WENT TO START MY ALTIMA ONE DAY AND IT WOULDN'T START. NOTICED THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED AND IT NEVER DOES THIS. WENT ON YOUTUBE AND SAW VIDEOS ABOUT A QUICK FIX ON THE ELECTRONIC STEERING LOCK COLUMN. DID WHAT THE VIDEO SAID AND THE CAR STARTED UP","quote_2_odi":"10899505","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING LOCKED UP WHEN USING THE PUSH TO START FEATURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED, BUT NOT REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11120891","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS PARKED INSIDE A GARAGE. UPON ATTEMPTING TO MOVE THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT START. MY KEY LIGHT WAS/IS ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH, CAR GOES INTO THE ON POSITION BUT DOES NOT START VEHICLE. UNABLE TO TURN OFF AFTER PUSHING THE \"START BUTTON\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-melting-dashboard-glare","label":"Melting, sticky dashboard causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11494290","quote_1_text":"The dashboard is sticky and melty. It has also cracked open continuously from left to right across the entire front face of the dashboard. It continues to widen such that I can see some of the inside of the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11455348","quote_2_text":"My Nissan altima dashboard is melting and the reflection is causing glare on windshield in the sun. Salt buildup on the windshield in combination with a flash of bright sunlight suddenly caused visibility out of the windshield to be nonexistent","quote_3_odi":"11120774","quote_3_text":"THE DASH IS MELTING AND STICKY, CAUSING IT TO BE SHINY. THIS CREATES A GLARE ON THE WINDSHIELD AND IT IS DIFFICULT TO SEE, CAUSING A SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and strut corrosion affecting suspension","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11689691","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who discovered severe corrosion on the rear cross-member. The contact was informed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive because the corrosion affected several parts of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11265365","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION WHILST TURNING AT AT A JUNCTION. BACK END OF THE VEHICLE SWUNG OUT OF THE TURN AS IF ON ICE. STOPPED THE VEHICLE AND DISCOVERED THAT THE REAR RIGHT-HAND WHEEL WAS BENT AS IF THE WHEEL WAS FALLING OFF","quote_3_odi":"11121323","quote_3_text":"MECHANIC FOUND CRACKED STRUTS AND ADVISED IS A DANGER TO DRIVE LONG DISTANCE. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS VERY PROBLEM (09V358000) FOR MY YEAR AND VEHICLE TYPE. MY VIN INCLUDED IN RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2010-repeated-battery-failure","label":"Repeated battery failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11604659","quote_1_text":"Since 2011/2012 at times Altima won't start. Stopped going to dealer because of excuses & expense after warranty expired. Have been calling AAA. Have had at least 8 batteries replaced. This is a safety issue for me when I travel alone","quote_2_odi":"11612021","quote_2_text":"Batteries continue to go dead, have had at least 8 batteries since 2012. Nissan started charging me for batteries got too be expensive & told them this is a huge concern because I travel alone & if I get stranded this is unsafe for me","quote_3_odi":"11100154","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. ORIGINAL BATTERY WENT DEAD IN 2012, ADDITIONAL BATTERIES INSTALLED IN 2013, 2014, 2015 BY THE DEALER AND TOWED TO THE DEALER. AAA INSTALLED BATTERIES IN 2016 AND MAY OF 2018., I DID NOT GO BACK TO THE DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-cvt-loss-of-acceleration","label":"CVT transmission loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11190478","quote_1_text":"FAILING TO ACCELERATE, SLIPPING, JERKING, STALLING","quote_2_odi":"11242985","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAIL AT 115000 MILES CAR WONT ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard melting and windshield glare","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11180682","quote_1_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS MELTING AND CRACKING","quote_2_odi":"11085037","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS MELTING AND I HAVE TROUBLE SEEING THE ROAD AND OTHER CARS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure to secure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11457909","quote_1_text":"Hood latch is not working appropriately. Loose, rattling and lifting over 35 mph","quote_2_odi":"11341356","quote_2_text":"I'VE NOTICED THAT THE HOOD OF MY CAR IS MOVING A LOT ESPECIALLY WHEN I AM ON THE HIGHWAY. IT SEEMS AS IF IT IS GOING TO FLIP UP OR COME OFF THE HINGES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-maf-sensor-p0101","label":"Mass air flow sensor P0101 code","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10864267","quote_1_text":"P0101 POWERTRAIN/MAF CIRCUIT ISSUE KEEPS COMING BACK WITH CAR. EVEN A TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN HAS BEEN ISSUED BY THE MANUFACTURER FOR THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11056571","quote_2_text":"SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT REMAINS ON. CODE PO101. MASS AIR FLOW. CHANGED THE AIR FILTER, AND THE MAF SENSOR BUT LIGHT REMAINS ON BULENTIN NTB12-051D REGARDING THIS ISSUE STATES SHOULD GET THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE REPROGRAMED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-side airbag sensor indicator","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10992949","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG SENSOR IN PASSENGERS SIDE IS STATING THAT AIRBAGS ARE OFF EVEN WHEN THERE IS A PASSENGER RIDING IN FRONT. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN FIRST NOTICED. NEVER CHANGED WHEN IN MOTION OR RESTARTING VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10607599","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR INDICATING NOT ON WHILE ADULT SITTING IN SEAT. TOOK CAR BACK TO DEALER SEVERAL TIME WOULD NOT DUPLICATE. 2 TIMES THEY SAID THY FIX IT. CARS SHOULD BE ON RECALL. DEALER SAID THY COULD NOT HELP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe and suspension bolt corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11538759","quote_1_text":"REAR SUB FRAME IS RUSTED OUT AND WILL NOT PASS STATE INSPECTION. YES IT IS AVAILABE FOR INSPECTION. FRAME COULD BREAK AT ANY TIME AND CAUSE A ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11508477","quote_2_text":"Loud noise from driver-side rear while driving. I discovered the rear crossmember (aka subframe) is badly corroded and there is a complete break/failure of the unit. This is unsafe. I have worked on cars for over 40 years and I have never seen such an inexcusable failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2011-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Steering wheel lock preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":241,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10926141","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL LOCK MECHANISM MALFUNCTIONING. STEERING WHEEL LOCKS, BRAKE PAD LOCKS. CAR TURNS ON BUT ENGINE WILL NOT START. KEY FOB OPENS DOOR. LIGHTS AND DASH LIGHT UP","quote_2_odi":"10807158","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE PUSH TO START BUTTON FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 110,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2012-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupant classification sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11559125","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the OCS control unit was malfunctioning","quote_2_odi":"11310935","quote_2_text":"SRS SUPPLEMENTAL AIRBAG LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING WHEN STARTING THE CAR UP. FOR WHILE I PUT UP WITH THIS, BUT I WAS CONCERNED. I LOOKED ONLINE AND FOUND NUMEROUS OTHER PEOPLE REPORTING SIMILAR PROBLEMS","quote_3_odi":"11428614","quote_3_text":"Pressure sensor in passenger seat connected to passenger side air bag became defective, affecting (shutting off) the entire air bag system. Started off with 'passenger air bag off' sign being illuminated at all times, even when an adult was sitting in the passenger seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2012-cvt-loss-of-acceleration","label":"CVT loss of power and acceleration on the highway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11491518","quote_1_text":"After making right turn onto very busy 4 lane road with cars traveling 55 mph, the car failed to accelerate and had no power. Car acted as though it was in neutral","quote_2_odi":"11508828","quote_2_text":"The CVT failsafe high fluid temperature protection mode enacted while I was driving on the highway at speeds of 65 to 70 mph going with the flow of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11231028","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE SHIFTED TO LIMP MODE WHILE DRIVING THE COMPLAINANT WAS STRANDED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE CVT TRANSMISSION COOLING SYSTEM INADEQUATE TO COOL FLUIDS CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO GO INTO SAFE DRIVING/LIMP MODE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2012-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard melting causing windshield glare","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11492388","quote_1_text":"2012 Altima defective sticky melting dashboard cause severe windshield glare when driving when sun from a certain angle","quote_2_odi":"11360956","quote_2_text":"DASH IS MELTING AND SHINY CREATING A GLARE ON THE WINDSHIELD MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE WHEN DRIVING. THIS STARTED YEARS AGO AND ONLY GETS WORSE","quote_3_odi":"11103658","quote_3_text":"THE DASH IS MELTING CREATING A SHINY RESIDUE COVERING THE DASH. WHEN THE SUN OR BRIGHT LIGHTS GUYS AT NIGHT IS SHINING THE SHINY DASH REFLECTS ON THE WINDSHIELD CREATING A GLARE THAT OBSTRUCTS YOUR VISION WHILE DRIVING OR TURNING ON ANY HIGHWAY OR ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2012-engine-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler seal leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11217239","quote_1_text":"THE SEAL ON THE OIL COOLER OF MY VEHICLE HAS FAILED AND NISSAN WON'T REPAIR IT. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND I HAVE FOUND THAT THIS PROBLEM IS COMMON ON MY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11195234","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY CAR ONLY A FEW MONTHS AGO AND RECENTLY TAKING IT TO THE BENCH AT THEIR SERVICE, THE TECHNICIANS NOTIFIED ME THAT I HAD A LEAK AND THE GASCKET ENGINE OIL COOLER NEED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11114140","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE ENGINE OIL COOLER CHANGE TWICE WITHIN 14 MONTHS OF OTHER. AND THE ENGINE OIL SENSOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2012-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Steering and suspension component failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":425,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11670314","quote_1_text":"The power steering hose has had a leak since it was manufactured and was not fixed by the manufacturer at all! Tie rods gave away within 5 years of a mileage less than 24,200 miles","quote_2_odi":"11620637","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal banging sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle, followed by a dragging sound. The contact also stated that the vehicle began to shake abnormally","quote_3_odi":"11437779","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the steering wheel would emit an abnormal whining noise while both stationary and while making turns in either direction. As the failure persisted, the steering wheel began to vibrate, and excessive force was needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":2309,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11665779","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the air bag warning light illuminated and remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and was diagnosed with an air bag wiring failure","quote_2_odi":"11589048","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has a code failure for the air bag sensor light. In order to pass inspection the light has to clear itself and it is not","quote_3_odi":"11509130","quote_3_text":"Driver air bag light remains on. Passenger air bag was supposedly fixed per recall years ago, but now the driver air bag seems to be faulty. Car has not been in an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission stall, hesitation, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2309,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11727165","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop sign, the vehicle accelerated to approximately 15 MPH and then unexpectedly decelerated","quote_2_odi":"11650435","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the transmission suddenly failed, and the vehicle started losing power while decelerating","quote_3_odi":"11479667","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while his son was driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle was shuddering significantly and the parking brake engaged independently, which locked the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2013-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming from delaminated reflector","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2309,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11724404","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is a Nissan Altima experiencing a low-beam headlight failure. The headlights have become extremely dim and no longer provide adequate illumination of the roadway at night","quote_2_odi":"11623399","quote_2_text":"The headlamps are so dim, you can't even see the road at night. This is a well known issue to Nissan that the headlamps for this make and model are defective","quote_3_odi":"11493806","quote_3_text":"The Low Beam headlight do not project properly. The problem is delamination of the headlight assembly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2013-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure allowing hood to open while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":2309,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11711595","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Nissan Altima SV is subject to NHTSA safety recall 16V-244 for a defective hood latch that can corrode, bind, or fail. I brought my vehicle to a Nissan dealership to have the recall performed","quote_2_odi":"11678592","quote_2_text":"The hood flew open upon entering the freeway. Could not see anymore going 60 mph. Had to pull over and bend the fenders back to close the hood","quote_3_odi":"11605048","quote_3_text":"While driving on a highway at 65 mph, the hood of the car completely opened. When attempting to close it, The latch that holds the hood wouldn't hold it at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2013-rear-control-arm-corrosion","label":"Rear lower control arm/link corrosion and fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2309,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11720234","quote_1_text":"Right side rear lower control arm failed while driving due to excessive corrosion. I nearly lost control of the vehicle as the right rear wheel is no longer properly aligned","quote_2_odi":"11605888","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the lower control arm frame on the driver's side was completely rusted and had detached from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11521382","quote_3_text":"The Passenger side Rear Lower Control Arm broke in half while driving down the road. There were no potholes or rough road conditions present when failure occurred","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11745276","quote_1_text":"Airbag light for driver turned on and took it to the dealership to get it fixed. They fixed it but it came back on and they reset it. A few months later it turned back on and they said they couldn't fix it because that part was not available anymore","quote_2_odi":"11746053","quote_2_text":"At159,000 main console air bag light came on and won't turn off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11482278","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure. Car will not move/accelerate/change gears. This u expected defect can take a driver by surprise and cause them to lose control or hit by other moving vehicles. Inspection will have to be done at the car site","quote_2_odi":"11451938","quote_2_text":"CVT failed Car struggled to move if you go to 0 stop in signal or in freeway due to heavy traffic. Engine warning sign appeared in dashboard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2014-dim-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11564021","quote_1_text":"Low beam lights are very low and causes poor visibility at night and in hazardous conditions such as rain, etc. I can hardly see while driving at night because of the poor and low visibility","quote_2_odi":"11568283","quote_2_text":"Lights are very dim no matter what kind I use on my head lights low beams","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2014-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11590221","quote_1_text":"The hood of my car flew up while I was driving and hit my windshield","quote_2_odi":"11460494","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood of the vehicle suddenly unlatched, causing significant damages to the hood and roof of the vehicle and shattering the front windshield","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2014-rear-control-arm-corrosion","label":"Rear lower control arm corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1112,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11755804","quote_1_text":"Rear lower control arm broke while driving on interstate car darted to the left but control was maintained","quote_2_odi":"11474821","quote_2_text":"Rear left lower control arm broke while vehicle was in motion almost causing a loss of control. Vehicle was towed to a local repair shop for inspection and repairs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Air bag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11688909","quote_1_text":"The front seat passenger air bag detection system does not detect a passenger in the seat and turns off the frontal air bag. This has occurred numerous times and applies to certain 2015 Nissan Altimas","quote_2_odi":"11624660","quote_2_text":"The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the passenger occupant sensor needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11489936","quote_3_text":"On my 2015 Nissan Altima, the SRS warning light came on and my dealership advised me that there is an OBD error code of B0028-13 for the Passenger Seat OCS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2015-cvt-shudder-power-loss","label":"CVT shudder and loss of forward acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11642339","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with CVT judder, and the transmission needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11603123","quote_2_text":"Additionally, while driving at various speeds the vehicle would not properly accelerate and shuddered while driving. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the CVT was faulty","quote_3_odi":"11505129","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road and discovered that the transmission had completely failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2015-headlight-delamination","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming from reflector delamination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11725621","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights was extremely dim, as if the headlights were not turned on","quote_2_odi":"11658211","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with both headlamp assembly, observing that the headlamp assemblies had delaminated","quote_3_odi":"11632853","quote_3_text":"Headlight brightness has diminished to levels below safe operation of vehicle in darkness. Changing bulbs, adjusting beam pattern and restoring outer shell of headlight assembly did not increase brightness","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2015-hood-latch-release","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11633858","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while her daughter was driving approximately 65 MPH, the hood unintendedly opened. The roof of the vehicle sustained cosmetic damages, causing debris to fall onto the contact's daughter while she was still driving","quote_2_odi":"11605950","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle hood was opened by the slipstream and opened beyond the hinge's normal open position. The contact stated that the hood was damaged, and the windshield was cracked","quote_3_odi":"11513639","quote_3_text":"When driving the car the hood flew up damaging the hood, windshield, and corner of the top fenders","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2015-rear-control-arm-fracture","label":"Rear lower control arm fracture from corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":945,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-05","quote_1_odi":"11717416","quote_1_text":"When backing out of my garage the driver's side rear lower control arm catastrophically broke. Thankfully, I was traveling at slow speed so it did not cause and accident","quote_2_odi":"11639323","quote_2_text":"Driving down highway, hit dip at bridge seam, when the car bounce up from dip, the right rear control arm snapped in half. Car lost control to right, fortunately I was able to maintain control somewhat and avoided accident. Right rear wheel tilted at 45 degree angle","quote_3_odi":"11547473","quote_3_text":"I thought a wheel bearing had failed, but when I took off the driver's side rear wheel, I discovered that the lower control arm was rotten with corrosion and rust and had collapsed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":550,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11499630","quote_1_text":"My airbag light is on. It just came on one day. (No accident or anything else to cause this to happen) I checked to see if a recall was on my vehicle but it was not. There are other Nissan Altima\"s that have a recall for this reason.","quote_2_odi":"10917908","quote_2_text":"RECALL 16V244000 AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ON WITH MY WIFE IN PASS SEAT ~ 50% OF TIME. BROUGHT TO DEALER THREE TIMES BUT NOT FIXED. NISSAN CS NO ASSISTANCE TO FIX. WORKS OK IN OTHER VEHICLES WHEN SHE IS IN PASS SEAT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":194,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":550,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11481857","quote_1_text":"My CVT transmission failed on my 2016 Nissan Altima. I almost had an accident on the expressway. These transactions fail often on these Nissans. My warranty has expired. Nissan refused to compensate me. There needs to be a recall on them.","quote_2_odi":"11617007","quote_2_text":"The transmission failed in the middle of a traffic controlled intersection. I was almost hit a few times (flashers engaged). No motion was possible in either direction. Was later replaced at a cost of $6100 by a local transmission shop.","quote_3_odi":"11266546","quote_3_text":"THE CAR STARTED SHACKING ONCE IT WOULD GO ABOUT 25-30 MPH. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON AFTER AND IT WAS READ BY A MECHANIC AS A CODE P0841-TRANSMISSION FLUID PRESSURE SENSOR/SWITCH. THIS HAPPENS ON CITY STREETS AND HIGHWAY DRIVING.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2016-stall-while-driving","label":"Stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":550,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11744511","quote_1_text":"My daughter was driving down the road and came to a 2-wayy stop. Went to pull out and the car stalled and started shuddering. On down the road leaving a red light it did the same thing and not wanting to really go.","quote_2_odi":"11228866","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I'VE GOT 80000 MILES ON MY CAR AND THE TRANSMISSION SPEED SENSOR WENT OUT. SO WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC MY CAR STALLED FROM GOING AND IT COULD'VE CAUSED A ACCIDENT OR MY LIFE THE CVT TRANSMISSION NEEDS CHECKED THANKS.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11733002","quote_1_text":"I was hit by a school bus on the interstate and my air bags didn't deploy. My car is throwing a code that all 4 did","quote_2_odi":"11663047","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 25-30 MPH she crashed into a parked 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 that was parked illegally on the road. There were no warning lights illuminated. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and seat sensor module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11536389","quote_1_text":"The airbag light came on solid. I got it checked at the dealership and they informed me that my driver side airbag module which is located in the side/rear of the driver's seat needed to be replaced. This would include changing the entire top section of the driver's seat","quote_2_odi":"11619055","quote_2_text":"My passenger occupancy sensor has triggered an airbag off warning light. I took it to a Nissan dealer who told me a part needed to fix it (the module) is back ordered from Japan with an indefinite delivery date","quote_3_odi":"11621853","quote_3_text":"The airbag light turns on whenever someone else drives the car and moves the driver seat. The light stays on until we clear the code and then starts over again when someone moves the seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-cvt-hesitation-power-loss","label":"CVT hesitation, judder, and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11754916","quote_1_text":"Shuddering and loss of acceleration/vehicle slowed on its own while driving on the highway. Managed to get to Firestone and diagnostic codes P0776 and P0841 came up. Advised to take vehicle to dealer shop as work could not be done on CVT there","quote_2_odi":"11494905","quote_2_text":"After coming to a complete stop at a red light or stop sign, there is a delay of acceleration. It takes 3-4 seconds to even respond to me depressing the gas pedal, with no change in RPMs or response in the first 3-4 seconds","quote_3_odi":"11545279","quote_3_text":"The transmission failed as I was entering a highway and accelerating. The speed went from 45 mph to 0 in a matter of seconds. Once the car died, I could not put it in any gear, drive or reverse, and get the car to move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-dim-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlight output","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11641818","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has 55K miles, and you can not see your headlights shining out front of the vehicle at night. It looks like you only have on running lights. Please note the headlights do not have any problem with lens oxidation","quote_2_odi":"11756481","quote_2_text":"The headlights are dim to the point that vision at night is greatly impaired unless I use my high beams","quote_3_odi":"11486143","quote_3_text":"Headlights are to dim to see the road at night. Very dangerous. This has gotten progressively worse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-hood-latch-release","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11746713","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, the hood unexpectedly opened and struck the front windshield. The failure caused windshield glass shards to fly into the contact's eyes","quote_2_odi":"11482968","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the highway, and suddenly my hood flew open. I could not see I had to slow then and pull over to the side. Because of the hood coming up it cracked my windshield and the hinges damaged both sides of the front fenders","quote_3_odi":"11715966","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the hood unexpectedly opened and struck and cracked the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-interior-trim-detachment","label":"Overhead console and sun visor detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11681512","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the overhead console dislodged from the ceiling and fell downward, striking the driver on the head","quote_2_odi":"11594450","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 15 MPH, the interior dome light assembly detached from the ceiling of the vehicle and fell striking the head of the driver","quote_3_odi":"11672902","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the driver's side sun visor independently detached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2017-spring-control-arm-breakage","label":"Coil spring and control arm breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":390,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11748289","quote_1_text":"The rear lower arm control snapped while driving on even surface road. I’m a female and when I heard the pop I got out and inspected the car. Could have caused injury to myself or other motorists","quote_2_odi":"11639398","quote_2_text":"Failed component: drivers front coil spring broke. Yes available for inspection upon request. Does not appear to have signs of exterior corrosion. Could effect drivability of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11524957","quote_3_text":"Both front springs broke at 30k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649572","quote_1_text":"I’m getting an Air Bag warning light showing up on my dash. i took it to the Nissan dealer and its error code B0020-13 which comes up as a Left seat side air bag open error","quote_2_odi":"11442741","quote_2_text":"My car's airbag light came on and would not go off. I took it to the dealership and was told that the sensor in my passengar seat that detects the weight of some one in the seat is not working","quote_3_odi":"11319186","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING AND THE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED. WE WERE NOT IN ANY KIND OF ACCIDENT. PULLED OVER AND TURNED THE CAR OFF, HAD PASSENGER GET OUT OF CAR AND BACK IN THEN RESTARTED THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Rear-view camera blackout while reversing","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573546","quote_1_text":"The system that’s got the issue is the backup camera. When I’m backing up periodically, all of a sudden it’ll go black or really dim to where I’m not able to see anything","quote_2_odi":"11397953","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BACK OVER PREVENTION CAMERA WAS BLANK. THE CAMERA WAS OBSTRUCTED AND INOPERABLE","quote_3_odi":"11322609","quote_3_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA WOULD NOT WORK. CAMERA SCREEN WAS BLACK IN REVERSE MODE. SOMETIMES THE SCREEN GET STATIC LINES AND THEN BLACKS OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and juddering","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11458752","quote_1_text":"2018 Nissan Altima and Sentra cars have faulty continuously variable transmissions (CVTs) that cause juddering, shuddering, clunking, jerking and acceleration problems. This happen while driving on the highway at a speed of 75 mph","quote_2_odi":"11500889","quote_2_text":"The CVT transmission failed at the light in mid drive. The car started to roll backwards down a highway exit in traffic. I had to blow the horn and scream out the window to keep from hitting other cars","quote_3_odi":"11433309","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power without warning. The contact coasted to the side of the road and was unable to restart the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-front-radar-false-alerts","label":"Front radar false obstruction alerts disabling AEB","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11289934","quote_1_text":"A WARNING IN THE DASH THAT SAYS, 'FRONT RADAR UNAVAILABLE DUE TO OBSTRUCTION.' THE VEHICLE DOES THIS WHILE IN MOTION. THE VEHICLE HAS 52190 MILES ON IT AT THIS TIME. THE WARNING WILL RESET WHEN TURNING OFF THE CAR AND RESTARTING","quote_2_odi":"11235213","quote_2_text":"I HAVE 2018 NISSAN ALTIMA SR SPECIAL EDITION WITH ABOUT 25,000 MILES ON IT. FOR THE PAST FEW MONTHS THE INDICATOR FRONT RADAR UNAVAILABLE DUE TO OBSTRUCTION HAS BEEN GOING OFF CONSTANTLY","quote_3_odi":"11244949","quote_3_text":"2018 NISSAN ALTIMA - FRONT RADAR UNAVAILABLE. THIS VEHICLE WILL HAVE THE INTELLIGENT BRAKE ASSIST UNEXPECTEDLY BE DISENGAGED. A WARNING LIGHT AND SOUND WILL BE ACTIVATED INDICATING THAT THE THE BRAKE ASSIST HAS BEEN RENDERED USELESS AS WELL AS THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-headlight-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight dimming and delamination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708109","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed at night, the halogen headlights failed to function as intended and were dimmed, which reduced the visibility of the roadway. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11675351","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the headlights on the driver's and passenger's side of the vehicle had identical stress fractures. The fractures allowed water to enter the headlight housings","quote_3_odi":"11230538","quote_3_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE DANGEROUSLY AND INADEQUATELY LOW, NOT ALLOWING DRIVER TO SEE ROADWAY AT NIGHT WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure and secondary latch defect","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757342","quote_1_text":"While driving at regular road speeds, the vehicle suffered a catastrophic safety component failure. The primary hood latch disengaged, and the secondary safety backup latch failed to catch or secure the hood","quote_2_odi":"11595112","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the hood latch inadvertently unlatched, and the hood raised up and fell onto the windshield and cracked the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11493445","quote_3_text":"2018 NISSAN ALTIMA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO HOOD LATCH SAFETY RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"nissan-altima-2018-push-start-brake-switch","label":"Push-button start failure from brake switch fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":224,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11423918","quote_1_text":"The brake light switch fails which will not allow me to start vehicle with push start. Already replaced switch once while vehicle under warranty. Now around 60,000 miles it started failing intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11390529","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN ALTIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL AND THE IGNITION FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11244659","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WILL NOT START IF THE BREAK IS SOMEHOW \"STUCK\". YOU HAVE TO PUMP ON THE BREAKS TO RELEASE IT FOR THE CAR TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11457508","quote_1_text":"2019 Niss Altima 3-12-2022 McDonald County, MO Vehicle was rammed and forced off the road causing the vehicle crash into trees. The vehicle received heavy damage to the front and rear. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. The driver struck his head on steering wheel or windshield. Sheriff's…","quote_2_odi":"11698860","quote_2_text":"The airbag system failed to deploy during a collision. The vehicle is currently in not my possession. The airbag control module, sensors, and airbags themselves can be inspected to determine the cause of non-deployment. 2. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11684760","quote_1_text":"While driving my Nissan Altima in normal operation, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly stopped and applied the brakes without any input from me. This occurred without warning and created an extremely dangerous situation. There were no other vehicles, obstacles, or apparent…","quote_2_odi":"11452696","quote_2_text":"The car regularly automatically slams on the brakes for no reason when there is nothing ahead of me. While in parking garages, turning on divided highways and worst of all while crossing railroad tracks. Dealership just brushed off my concerns because it wouldn't do it for them…","quote_3_odi":"11265454","quote_3_text":"I'VE HAD MY VEHICLE FOR 1 MONTH AND ON AT LEAST 10 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS MY AEB SYSTEM HAS LOCKED MY BRAKES UP ON ME FOR NO REASON. EACH TIME I'VE BEEN DRIVING STRAIGHT AND IT'S BEEN IN MY WORK PARKING GARAGE WHEN NO OTHER VEHICLES OR PEOPLE ARE IN MOTION AROUND ME. ALTHOUGH I'VE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuators not locking or unlocking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11658597","quote_1_text":"I own a 2019 Nissan Altima S, and recently, all three door locks except for the front passenger door stopped responding to the key fob and the button on the door. From my research, it seems that the most common cause of this issue is a faulty door lock actuator. Many users on…","quote_2_odi":"11565674","quote_2_text":"I bought my 2019 Nissan Altima Platinum brand new. Since then I have had to replace all of the door lock actuators a minimum of 2 times, I say 2 times because only one has been replaced twice. All of the others have been replaced at least 3 times and the driver and driver side…","quote_3_odi":"11585983","quote_3_text":"Front and Rear LH door locks do not work with buttons or key fob. Poses a safety risk entering or exiting the vehicle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-engine-malfunction-power-reduced","label":"Engine malfunction / power-reduced warning and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11693179","quote_1_text":"I GET ERROR MESSAGE FOR MY 2019 NISSAN ALTIMA OF ENGINE MALFUNCTION, REDUCE POWER, SERVICE NOW. ALONG WITH OTHER SAFTY FEATURES LIKE CASH DETECTION, TRACTION AND ENGINE LIGHT. MY CAR SHAKES, FEELS LIKE IT WILL STALL ESPECIALLY WHEN STOPPED AND JERKS. MY VIN DOES NOT SHOW THIS…","quote_2_odi":"11679587","quote_2_text":"Engine Failure while driving. While driving on NJ Turnpike, Engine light appeared on dashboard. Car began to jerk and immediately lost speed from 70 mph to barely 15 mph. The vehicle continued to jerk then rolled to a stop. Vehicle has had regular inspections, repairs and oil…","quote_3_odi":"11733523","quote_3_text":"I continuously have issues with it showing a crash and with the warning \"engine malfunction, power reduced, service now\" light coming on. This has been a recurring issue. There is always a light coming on in this car. I don't know if it is sensitive sensors or if it was poorly…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-engine-overheating-coolant","label":"Engine overheating, coolant loss and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11688833","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact became aware that warm air was coming through the vents while the A/C unit was activated. The contact then stated that the vehicle started jerking with the \"Engine Malfunction, Power Reduced\" message displayed. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11672412","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the temperature gauge indicated that the engine was overheating. The contact became aware there was no coolant in the coolant reservoir. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact called…","quote_3_odi":"11682775","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated and went into LIMP Mode. The vehicle was towed to the local mechanic and was diagnosed with engine failure due to a blown head gasket. The head…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-glass-shattering","label":"Windshield and sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11457723","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH the vehicle sunroof shattered without impact. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had small cuts to his right shoulder from glass but had not needed medical attention. The…","quote_2_odi":"11570506","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded while driving on the highway. Glass particles throughout the vehicle, except for the driver's front seat area. No glass particles hit my body - it could have caused serios injury - I was not wearing a hat at the time. The 'explosion' startled me, but my…","quote_3_odi":"11474554","quote_3_text":"MOONROOF SHATTERED (EXPLODED) FOR UNKNOWN REASON. TEMPERATURE OUTSIDE WAS ROUGHLY 79 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT. NO OBJECT STRUCT GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2019-radio-volume","label":"Radio volume and station changing on its own","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 221 total)","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11460852","quote_1_text":"The Radio and HVAC systems failed; Going down MN I-35 West south bound at 70mph the radio abruptly changed stations and went to full blast. It continued to randomly change between stations at full blast. I was unable to adjust the volume via the steering wheel controls or radio…","quote_2_odi":"11640407","quote_2_text":"While driving and listening to the radio, at a comfortable level of 8, the radio will automatically spike to a volume level of 45+ This is very dangerous. Chevy trucks had the same problem and issued some recalls. Will or should Nissen do the same I believe the equipment is…","quote_3_odi":"11710846","quote_3_text":"The radio turns volume up and down on its own and changes the radio station. When turning the volume up and up with the knob, the volume erratically increases","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2020-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11667001","quote_1_text":"This car is going to kill me! It randomly hits the brakes on the highways! I am literally driving a deadly weapon. I turn the emergency brakes off and had it checked and STILL brakes. It break everytime I pass a shade spot on the road and even highway going over 60 miles per…","quote_2_odi":"11578445","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the forward collision avoidance system chimed and the vehicle started braking. The contact stated that there was no vehicle in front of the vehicle. The contact stated that the…","quote_3_odi":"11622190","quote_3_text":"Car phantom brakes. There are multiple cases of it online where people are complaining when the front emergency brake warning light comes up at times and the car brakes automatically in empty highways. This happens fairly often","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2020-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11674671","quote_1_text":"My back up camera was pink this morning went to work then noticed next time I backed up it was a static picture and then backed up again and its blue and now it's back to the static picture","quote_2_odi":"11634746","quote_2_text":"Rear camera malfunctions after trunk is opened, screen goes purple, pixilated, or jumpy.","quote_3_odi":"11609501","quote_3_text":"Backup camera screen goes black/blue sometimes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2020-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuator failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740834","quote_1_text":"All four of my door lock actuators have went out without warning. This has caused stress and frustration due to not having the correct access to get in and out of my vehicle. The doors would not lock or unlock by pressing the buttons on the door or on the key itself. This has…","quote_2_odi":"11698768","quote_2_text":"All 4 door lock actuators have failed, no warning lamps indicating this issue, first appeared in 2024. Car has been broken into as a result","quote_3_odi":"11667349","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Nissan Altima Door actuators are all currently broken. The doors will not unlock with the fob and have to be manually unlocked. This can cause a huge safety issue if they are unable to be unlocked.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2020-engine-failure-replacement","label":"Engine failure and replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11709354","quote_1_text":"I received a Recall # R25B1 for my Nissan Altima 2020. I visited my local Nissan Dealer in Chelmsford, MA, on December 30, 2025. They explained that they saw an issue and that I would need a new engine. There are 32,000 miles on this vehicle. They began the process but were…","quote_2_odi":"11703886","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the expressway. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the engine started knocking significantly. There was no warning light illuminated.…","quote_3_odi":"11591858","quote_3_text":"Engine failed prematurly with less than 40k miles. All service was completed in a timely fashion. Nissan is taking a long time to get back to me with what next steps are. They are still investigating after 10 days. Pls help.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2020-engine-malfunction-power-reduced","label":"Engine malfunction with reduced power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":171,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714289","quote_1_text":"Message popped up while driving saying “engine malfunction power reduced service now”. Pairs with the check engine light coming on","quote_2_odi":"11600421","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED ENGINE MALFUNCTION REDUCED POWER SERVICE NOW MESSAGE WHILE DRIVING (RECEIVED MESSAGE 6 TIMES SO FAR). ERROR GOES AWAY WHEN I SHUT CAR OFF AND RESTART IT, NO CODE IS FOUND WHEN SCANNED AT NISSAN DEALERSHIP. CAR SEEMS TO SHIFT WEIRD DURING A STOP AND FEELS LIKE IT RUNS…","quote_3_odi":"11595276","quote_3_text":"It’s been 2 times that I get the WARNING ️ Sign of Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service now and at the same time another warning that’s says Malfunction see owners Manual and my car looses it’s power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11542313","quote_1_text":"From the day I purchased this vehicle I have had trouble with the automatic emergency braking system.  I am experiencing sudden unintended brake activation in various situations. I have experienced the emergency braking system activating when I am driving at high speeds (60-70…","quote_2_odi":"11684670","quote_2_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) system in my 2021 Nissan Altima SR frequently malfunctions. The forward radar sensor, located behind the front grille, becomes easily obstructed by normal road dirt or weather conditions. When this happens, the system falsely detects…","quote_3_odi":"11617082","quote_3_text":"Every time I drive under an over pass my vehicle will come to a stop. Placing me in DANGER with traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11567063","quote_1_text":"On 10/26/23 at 5:00 pm I was involved in an accident I was hit on the front passenger side and none of the airbags deployed I do remember that right on impact immediately my chest started hurting I also hit my head on the driver side window","quote_2_odi":"11746502","quote_2_text":"I was hit by a F150 truck. I got T-bone I had to go to the hospital, etc. it was a pretty bad hit. My windows were cracked or excuse me broken and my airbags were not deployed. No airbag was deployed. I did have my seatbelt on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-backup-camera-malfunction","label":"Backup camera distortion and display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11576178","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in reverse, the back over prevention camera malfunctioned and images were displayed distorted at times or black and blue, creating a visibility hazard for the driver. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11661395","quote_2_text":"About a month ago I noticed my backup camera had gotten dark. I didn’t worry much about it until it started glitching a couple days ago. I gave it a couple of days thinking it would go away but it hasn’t. It either…","quote_3_odi":"11719304","quote_3_text":"Back up camera display distorted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure — remote and button non-response","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748703","quote_1_text":"Door lock actuators have failed completely on 2 doors, and intermittently on 1 door of a 2021 Nissan Altima. They do not respond to either the key fob or door button. There are no warnings or indicators associated with this component so it is unknown when the failures first…","quote_2_odi":"11748567","quote_2_text":"Rear door locks both do not work other than manually locking. Reported incidents online show many others have had newer Nissan vehicles like our 2021 Nissan Altima with the same issue, some have been locked in the car and had to climb out the window and others said the door…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-engine-oil-metal-contamination","label":"Engine failure with metal debris in oil","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11736122","quote_1_text":"Dealership found metal contamination in oil pan from engine. They diagnosed as car needing a new engine due to engine failure. The car only has 90,000 miles and it’s a 2021","quote_2_odi":"11723560","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after stopping at a traffic light, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle went into LIMP Mode. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic, where it was determined…","quote_3_odi":"11660684","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds on several occasions, there were abnormal sounds coming from the engine compartment. The contact inspected the vehicle and sent off an oil sample. The contact stated that a metal fragment was found in the engine oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11744468","quote_1_text":"Often while driving the car loses power as if the power went off or I ran out of gas,,, studder for a moment then pick up power to continue to drive is the best way I can describe it. Immediately after I get a notification on the dashboard saying maintenance something","quote_2_odi":"11603901","quote_2_text":"The car has been experiencing significant power loss while driving, which I am certain is linked to a malfunctioning CVT transmission system.  Despite ensuring that the transmission fluid levels are correct, the problem persists. Recently, the car lost power while I was going at…","quote_3_odi":"11745511","quote_3_text":"While heading west on interstate after a Drs. Appointment my wife was driving our 2021 Nissan Altima when suddenly there was a loss of power to the engine as if the engine was overheating or had loss of fuel or only able to slowly exit the freeway to a safe place and call a tow…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2021-steering-tie-rod-suspension","label":"Steering linkage tie rod and suspension clicking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749536","quote_1_text":"When I make a turn, I hear a clicking noise and also when I come to a complete stop, I can a sound that sounds like a grunting noise. I had new brakes, rotors and brand new tires put on in 2025. I think my ball joints and tie rod is defective","quote_2_odi":"11547535","quote_2_text":"My car has a detached tie rod ball joint and is causing a loss of steering control, and increasing the risk of a crash. My children are in danger yet your site says my vin has no safety recall after I reviewed the safety recall for my vehicle and noticed a connection","quote_3_odi":"11666708","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormally loud clicking sound coming from the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with fractured front driver's and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11491686","quote_1_text":"The issues began in June 2022. Since then the automatic emergency brake has stopped my car 6 times on the highway. I was scared to death.  Transmission will not go into drive all of the time. This vehicle is dangerous. Has been in for repairs 3 times and out of service for over…","quote_2_odi":"11677979","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing my car in 1-2022, brand new, my car will unpredictably brake. Recently while driving with no cars in front of me, my car again braked and I was almost rear ended. I did experience minor whiplash as it was a sudden stop. This has happened on surface streets as…","quote_3_odi":"11682697","quote_3_text":"Emergency braking saves lives at speed. However this feature is absolutely outrageously unwarranted when I'm trying to back into a parking space at 0.05 MPH and the car slams on the emergency braking system because I'm 12 inches away from a stationary unoccupied abandoned…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11693961","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Nissan Altima has been experiencing transmission issues for about a month. The car hesitates, lunges, and shudders when accelerating from a stop. At around 60,000 miles, I had the transmission fluid flushed, and the shop confirmed the transmission fluid was clean with no…","quote_2_odi":"11737553","quote_2_text":"The Car Currently has about 122,587 Miles on it and has Transmission CVT Failure.  I notice pulling, not being able to Accelerate while car was in motion, and while car was stop at green light waiting to procced.  while hitting the gas the car would go into limp mode and it…","quote_3_odi":"11751234","quote_3_text":"my car hit 85,000 and the transmission fluid is overheated and the car went in to limp mode on the freeway. I got stuck for 30 Mines waiting for it to cool. Now I have to go to mellow nissan to pay 150 for a transmission disinostic so corporate nissan can open a good will claim…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system no-start and mid-drive shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673196","quote_1_text":"My car constantly turns off mid drive and then turns back on , also all the lights on my dash pop up eveytime I start the car so I’m pretty sure it’s an electric issue sometimes it’s doesn’t start I have to play with the battery  little bit and I’ve had it tested even bought a…","quote_2_odi":"11689576","quote_2_text":"I’ve had my battery and alternator checked and both are good. Multiple times now my car has either not started until it gets a jump. Took it to a shop and was told its electrical issues. I was at my a football game for my kids out of state and my car would not start after having…","quote_3_odi":"11647545","quote_3_text":"I purchased my 2022 Altima in June 2022. I didn’t encounter any problems until 5/2024. My horn stopped working for no apparent reason, the interior fuse that controls the  light inside my car keeps blowing out every few months. My manufacturer warranty has expired. This is a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-forward-collision-warning-malfunction","label":"Forward collision warning indicator malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675787","quote_1_text":"Forward crash detection AEB system warning light goes on after a short time driving with a beep sound and stays on until the car is shut off. This happens every time I drive. Everything is clean- no obstructions to the sensor. Probable faulty sensor or bracket. Went to the…","quote_2_odi":"11698225","quote_2_text":"Dashboard indicates issue with forward collision warning or AEB. Car does not brake when cars in front of me brake. Took back to dealership and was told they needed to reprogram and configure sonar unit. And cost would be $437. This car was purchased in JULY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-loss-of-control-crash","label":"Sudden loss of steering control and crash","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11537298","quote_1_text":"I was driving to work. As I was doing so multiple lights came on my dashboard and it started dinging. At the same time my car immediately shot left so hard into the concrete median barrier at 70 mph. It all happened so fast I was not able to see what lights came on. My steering…","quote_2_odi":"11537805","quote_2_text":"I was driving along I55 at 65-70 mph when my car had multiple lights come on the dash w d started ringing. My car then shot left into the median wall. It spun at least twice hitting the wall and stopping facing southbound in the northbound lanes. The vehicle is currently at the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-park-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway after engine shutoff while in Park","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11706941","quote_1_text":"I parked my vehicle on an incline and shifted it into Park. The gear selector and dashboard indicator both confirmed that the vehicle was in Park. I exited the vehicle and was not applying the brake. While the engine was running, the vehicle remained stationary. However…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2022-suspension-strut-clunk","label":"Suspension clunking noise and strut replacement","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11681876","quote_1_text":"Car is making loud clunking noise when going over speed bumps or turning wheel when backing up. Dealer recommended replacing struts. I see they have a service campaign but my car is out of warranty barely (40,000 miles) and they will not replace.  This is a manufacturer problem…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-aeb-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and AEB system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09-07 → 2026-04-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730673","quote_1_text":"During a traffic incident on March 26 2026 I was the driver of the 2023 Nissan Altima SL and I suffered unnecessary bodily injury due to the AEB system. I was in a forward collision, the warning indicator did not go off, and the AEB may have went off after the crash…","quote_2_odi":"11678357","quote_2_text":"A car slammed on brakes in front of me and I hit the brakes but my car still hit the other car messing it up pretty badly. No one was hurt but the car has stopped automatically before, it’s like the sensors couldn’t tell I vehicle had stopped or was even in front of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera display failure or whitewash","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02-23 → 2025-07-30","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677157","quote_1_text":"backup camera fails consistently backup camera screen goes grey. it is dangerous because you cannot see behind or to the side when backing up. it has been to the dealer and they claim they cannot replicate the issue","quote_2_odi":"11634280","quote_2_text":"Backup camera for no reason failed. Screen is bright white when in reverse. Occasionally when the car is cold and reverse is quickly selected image will be seen for a few seconds then fades to all white. Backup camera only. Car has less than 8k miles no accidents","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-electrical-system-failures","label":"Electrical system and battery/alternator failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09-10 → 2026-07-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613663","quote_1_text":"My car has 33,214 miles on it.  For no reason the alternator DIED ON IT. There was no warning on the dash of the vehicle. So the computer inside the vehicle did not give a warning that the electrical system for the alternator had died or that the battery had died","quote_2_odi":"11670182","quote_2_text":"The car shuts down and it is necessary for us to have USAA or AAA start it, they have told us there is an electrical system problem.  The car was taken to Colonial Nissan dealership in Feasterville, PA for PA state inspection and to resolve this problem.  We were told \"the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss and stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07-03 → 2026-07-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749881","quote_1_text":"While traveling at highway speed, the vehicle suddenly began slowing down. Pressing the accelerator caused the engine RPM to increase, but the vehicle would not accelerate. I was forced to pull onto the shoulder. After restarting the vehicle, it would no longer move in either…","quote_2_odi":"11671192","quote_2_text":"it stalls frequently while I’m driving I’ve been in the middle of very busy intersections I’ve been at stop lights it’s very humiliating when a a newer car stalls all the time. I’ve gone to the stores and come out and my car won’t start it’s very nerve racking and embarrassing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-rear-windshield-visibility","label":"Rear windshield spontaneous shattering and window distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12-27 → 2024-01-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11562878","quote_1_text":"I was riding down the highway when all of a sudden I hear loud bang, the rear windshield, completely shutters, spontaneously out of nowhere. This is a huge safety concern as I could have easily caused or been involved in an accident due to what occurred","quote_2_odi":"11562010","quote_2_text":"The windows are defective and distorted my vision causing eye strain and dizziness","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2023-service-brakes-hydraulic","label":"Service brake pedal feel and hydraulic degradation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01-06 → 2026-05-19","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738897","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experiences persistent 'spongy' brake pedal feel, premature metal-on-metal rotor gouging, and severely darkened/degraded brake fluid, indicating a systemic hydraulic component failure or electronic brake-dragging defect. This is a severe safety hazard causing…","quote_2_odi":"11638116","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at 10 MPH on a snowy hill road, the ABS warning light illuminated.  The contact stated that the ABS independently enabled, the vehicle jerked and veered off the road.  The rear passenger side of the vehicle crashed into multiple trees","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11660779","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was involved in a major accident while driving my 2024 Nissan Altima SV. I was traveling at approximately 20 mph when another vehicle hit my vehicle from front right coming at a speed of not less than 80 mph. The impact was significant enough that it totaled my car.…","quote_2_odi":"11597191","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH a second vehicle traveling at speeds above 80 MPH crashed into the rear end of the vehicle. During the crash no air bags inside the vehicle deployed. The front driver sustained…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-backup-camera-display-quality","label":"Backup camera display and image quality defects","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11737880","quote_1_text":"When the vehicle is put in reverse, the screen for the rear camera goes completely blank. This is a known defect with many Nissan vehicles, to which Nissan has issued numerous recalls to address this exact issue. However, the year, make, and model of my vehicle has not been…","quote_2_odi":"11588531","quote_2_text":"Recently purchased a new 2024 Nissan Altima SL in December 2023. Found the backup camera safety component display to have a poor-quality, low resolution, distorted image. Guidelines are not sharp and objects in the backup path are obscured and practically invisible. In the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-brake-fca-malfunction","label":"Brake and forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11723152","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was unknowingly purchased with an improperly assembled braking system from which is formally known as Koeppel Nissan. The braking assembly failed during operation, resulting in loss of proper braking capability and causing a collision. The braking failure created a…","quote_2_odi":"11702955","quote_2_text":"This incident happened twice in one week first with 2023 Nissan Sentra then replaced with a 2024 Nissan Altima both rented from Enterprise. I was traveling down the street from my house, a two-lane, steep hillside road, which I’ve traveled up and down for 30 years. I stopped…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-engine-power-loss-stall","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11713144","quote_1_text":"MY 2024 Nissan Altima, with approximately 13,000 miles stalled while driving in 10 degree Fahrenheit weather with snow on the road. My speed was around 45 MPH. The vehicle immediately stalled and all the lights on the dashboard went on. The warning flashed something about an…","quote_2_odi":"11610653","quote_2_text":"On Wednesday 08/21/2024, at approximately 6:30 pm, my 2024 Nissan Altima completely shut off whiile my wife was driving the car down a very busy road. She narrowly miss being struck by another while attempting to navigate to the center lane of a busy highway with no power.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-seat-heater-burns","label":"Seat heater thermal burns","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11731594","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the contact received third-degree burns to the buttocks from the driver’s side seat warmer. The contact was in a wheelchair due to the burns, and medical attention was required. A dealer was…","quote_2_odi":"11723155","quote_2_text":"The driver’s seat heater malfunctioned and produced excessive heat while activated during normal vehicle operation. The heat became extremely intense at a low temperature and resulted in burns to the driver’s midsection, lower back, and upper buttocks. I, the driver sustained…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-steering-control-loss","label":"Steering control loss and vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11632195","quote_1_text":"Steering becomes tight and “feels to lock up” with no control. Happened 2 times previously, 3rd time resulted in a crash.","quote_2_odi":"11600072","quote_2_text":"This request is due to my concern that a possible manufacturing or other defect in the 2024 Nissan Altima’s steering and/or wheel mechanisms caused a sudden loss of steering control and resulted in a collision and serious injuries. The car was taken possession by National Car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-structure-water-intrusion","label":"Structural water intrusion and trim gaps","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11717034","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] I purchased a brand-new 2024 Nissan Altima SR from Vaden Nissan located at 10421 Abercorn Street, Savannah, GA 31419, Phone 912-920-5600; with approximately 25 miles on the odometer. On the day of purchase, the vehicle emitted a noticeable mold odor inside the cabin.…","quote_2_odi":"11664855","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed water draining from the driver’s side door when the door was opened. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the there was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Altima","model_slug":"altima","cluster_id":"altima-2024-transmission-bolt-driveshaft","label":"Transmission housing bolt failure and drive shaft separation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11599261","quote_1_text":"Bolt is transmission housing was not installed at manufacture plant, causing other bolt to fail, causing drive shaft to follow out and into the catalytic converter, regarding vehicle undriveable","quote_2_odi":"11598374","quote_2_text":"While driving vehicle down residential street at approximately 15 mph, vehicle all of a sudden made a long noise and began to shake. Per repair facility, a bolt in the transmission housing was not installed at manufacturing plant. The single bolt (should have been two bolts),…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/altima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-airbag-warning-light-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light and unexpected airbag deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10854173","quote_1_text":"TAKARA RECALL: AIRBAG LIGHT IS FLASHING. AFRAID THE AIRBAG WILL NOT WORK IF IN AN ACCIDENT. NISSAN DEALERSHIP WILL CHARGE $1500.00 TO REPAIR. VEHICLE HASN'T BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT. LIGHT CAME ON WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE SEVERAL WEEKS AGO","quote_2_odi":"11021189","quote_2_text":"PRIORITY NISSAN MAZDA SOLD A 2010 NISSAN ARMADA WITH AN INCORRECT OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) AND REFUSED TO REPAIR THE SAFETY DEFECT","quote_3_odi":"10376881","quote_3_text":"SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED AFTER HITTING LARGE POTHOLE. I WAS TAKING MY DAUGHTER AND HER FRIEND HOME FROM A DANCE CLASS AND FORTUNATELY NOBODY WAS INJURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-brake-fluid-loss-lockup","label":"Brake fluid loss and brakes locking up or losing pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11611553","quote_1_text":"On Monday August 26th 2024 my wife came home and as she pulled in to park the brake pedal went to the floor. The passenger side front steer tire inside was covered in brake fluid","quote_2_odi":"10452165","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE EMITTING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. IMMEDIATELY THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE THE CONTACT DETECTED THE SMOKE ORIGINATED FROM THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BRAKE CALIPER","quote_3_odi":"10404252","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE BRAKES ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS HAVE RANDOMLY LOCKED UP. LATEST INCIDENT OCCURRED 5/2011 IN WHICH I WAS APPROACHING A TRAFFIC CIRCLE ATTEMPTED TO APPLY BRAKES AND THEY BEGAN TO LOCK UP AND MAKE A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND CEASED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-exhaust-manifold-cracking","label":"Cracked exhaust manifold and exhaust noise from engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11387016","quote_1_text":"IN JULY 2017 AND AT 90K MILES , MY 2010 NISSAN ARMADA BEGAN LEAKING EXHAUST FUMES INTO THE PASSENGER CABIN AND THE FUEL ECONOMY DROPPED SIGNIFICANTLY","quote_2_odi":"11081482","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING, THE CONTACT COULD HEAR A LOUD SOUND COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHOM DIAGNOSED THE FAILURE AS THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD NEEDING REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"11473687","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 5 MPH, he heard abnormal startling and ticking sounds coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console detaching from ceiling while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10875260","quote_1_text":"THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE FOR MY 2010 NISSAN ARMADA FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING AND HIT MY SON (SEATED IN THE MIDDLE SECOND ROW) ON THE HEAD. THE PLASTIC FASTENERS FOR THE CONSOLE JUST DISINTEGRATED AND BROKE OFF","quote_2_odi":"11241387","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A POTHOLE AND THE FRONT AND REAR OVERHEAD CONSOLES ALL FELL DOWN AT ONCE","quote_3_odi":"11052423","quote_3_text":"REAR CONSOLE FELL WHILE DRIVING, ON FREEWAY. COMPLETELY FELL FROM CEILING ONLY BEING ATTACHED BY WIRING. VERY DANGEROUS, JUST FORTUNATE THAT NO ONE WAS IN THE REAR SEATS SECOND AND THIRD ROW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-rear-liftgate-actuator-failure","label":"Rear liftgate lock actuator fails to unlock","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2013-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10557664","quote_1_text":"YOU CAN LOCK THE LIFT GATE BUT IT WILL NOT UNLOCK. YOU HAVE TO CLIMB OVER SEATS AND USE EMERGENCY UNLOCK","quote_2_odi":"10496043","quote_2_text":"I ATTEMPTED TO ACCESS THE REAR LIFTGATE HOWEVER, IT FAILED TO OPEN AFTER PUSHING UNLOCK ON THE FOB AS WELL AS UNLOCKING MANUALLY ON THE INTERIOR DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10492239","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCESS THE REAR LIFTGATE; HOWEVER, IT FAILED TO OPEN DUE TO THE FAULTY REAR DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2010-sudden-power-loss-driving","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11483452","quote_1_text":"I had a sudden power lose with no warning while traveling down interstate at 70mph in \"fast lane\". I had no power and steering the vehicle to safety was a serious challenge","quote_2_odi":"11607971","quote_2_text":"This vehicles fuel control module has caused my children and me safety to put at risk by vehicle breaking down in the middle of traffic and not capable of starting vehicle back up","quote_3_odi":"10428508","quote_3_text":"I HAVE CONCERNS WITH NISSAN VEHICLES LOSING POWER AND DYING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. WHEN CONSUMERS TAKE THE VEHICLES IN FOR DIAGNOSIS, THE COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS CANNOT LOCATE THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2011-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and module fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11290708","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE AIRBAG LIGHT IS FLASHING ON THE DASH. THE DEALERSHIP FOUND AN ERROR CODE 'B1054' WHICH INDICATES A DRIVER AIRBAG MODULE PROBLEM. SERVICE DEPARTMENT CLEARED THE CODE BUT IT HAS SINCE RETURNED. REPAIR HAS NOT BEEN PERFORMED BUT SERVICE NOTES INDICATE A POSSIBLE CLOCK","quote_2_odi":"10595785","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"11073111","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAG LIGHT CONTINUES TO FLASH. I CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THE COST TO LOOK AT IT IS $150.00 AND THE REPAIR COST CAN BE UP TO $1800.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2011-exhaust-manifold-crack","label":"Cracked exhaust manifold and exhaust fume intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11484519","quote_1_text":"Cracked exhaust manifolds, as a safety issue, Exhaust gasses can enter the drivers compartment. Nissan has know about this issue for years, it is a defect, it is a very big issue with a very large percent of vehicles with this issue. Please issue a recall, so the manufacture","quote_2_odi":"11221089","quote_2_text":"BOTH OF THE EXHAUST MANIFOLDS AND CATALYTIC CONVERTERS IN OUR 2011 NISSAN ARMADA HAVE CRACKED. AS A RESULT, EXHAUST FUMES WERE LEAKING INTO THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CREATING A POTENTIALLY DEADLY CONCENTRATION OF C02 FUMES IN THE PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. THIS IS A KNOWN","quote_3_odi":"11109723","quote_3_text":"DURING A FAMILY CAMPING TRIP, TOWING A CAMPER, AT ~54,000 MILES THE EXHAUST BROKE OFF THE VEHICLE AT THE MOUNTING FLANGE JUST BEHIND THE MUFFLER. THIS CAUSED EXHAUST TO HEAT THE FLOORBOARDS JUST AT THE 3RD ROW SEATS, MELTING THE PLASTIC COVER TO THE MOUNTING BOLTS OF THE SEAT TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2011-rear-suspension-axle","label":"Rear suspension control arm and axle fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11577091","quote_1_text":"The rear crossmember subframe on my vehicle is completely rusted out which caused serious suspension issue and cause the control arm to be in contact with the fuel tank. It didnt go through the tank because i found the issue on time and stopped driving the vehicle but it caused","quote_2_odi":"10560221","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE DYNAMIC CONTROL WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AS A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER'S SIDE LOWER CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"10503092","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 50MPH OR HIGHER, NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEED, IT FEELS THE CAR IS KINDLY FLOATING ON THE ROAD AND DOES NOT HAS A FIRM CONTACT WITH THE SURFACE, ON A PERFECTLY SUNNY DRY DAY. THE FEELING IS LIKE HAVING TAIL SPIN A LITTLE. I'VE BEEN HAVING THIS EXPERIENCE EVER SINCE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2011-seat-overheat-fire","label":"Front seat overheating and smoke or fire","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11649223","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal burning odor coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that one day, upon exiting the vehicle with the engine running, there was heavy black smoke coming from","quote_2_odi":"11071679","quote_2_text":"MY NISSAN ARMADA CAUGHT FIRE. MY FRONT DRIVER SEAT GOT VERY HOT TO THE POINT OF BURNING. PULLED OVER TO GET AN APPLICATION FOR MY CHILD'S DAYCARE. PULLED MY SON OR TO GO WITH ME AND LEFT MY DAUGHTER IN THE CAR WATCHING A MOVIE WHILE I WENT IN BY THE TIME I REACHED THE DOOR I","quote_3_odi":"10705669","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ARMADA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BECAME HOT. UPON FURTHER INSPECTION, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE MIDDLE OF THE SEAT MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2011-service-brake-loss","label":"Service brake pedal loss and delayed stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11538350","quote_1_text":"On a short drive back home on a sunny warm day and was going relatively slow (~20 MPH) and tried to slow down to make a turn. The pedal went to the ground and braking was ineffective (slowed down 2 or 3 mph every time I hit the brakes). Seems like the ABS was kicking in, even","quote_2_odi":"10586548","quote_2_text":"VEHICLES IN FRONT OF US WERE BRAKING HARD AND SO I BEGAN BRAKING ACCORDINGLY, BUT OUR 2011 NISSAN ARMADA WAS NOT SLOWING SUFFICIENTLY; SO I SWERVED TO THE LEFT AND, SINCE WE WERE ON AN OVERPASS BRIDGE (NO WHERE ELSE TO GO) AND SINCE THE VEHICLE HAD NOT SLOWED AS ANTICIPATED, WE","quote_3_odi":"10569035","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD AS THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MERGE OFF THE ROADWAY AND AFTER INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, SHE NOTICED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE CABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11695789","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the air bag warning light illuminated. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed, and determined that","quote_2_odi":"11560568","quote_2_text":"Airbag light went on. Took it to the Nissan dealer in Naples, Florida paid to have diagnostics done to determine the problem. The drivers seat airbag is defective. Per the diagnostics, The dealer service department said it was a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2015-climate-electrical-malfunction","label":"Climate control and electrical system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11634980","quote_1_text":"While the car is running the speaker/radio goes out. When it goes out we can’t control the heat/ac","quote_2_odi":"11365349","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DEFROST WOULD FUNCTION INDEPENDENTLY BUT NO LIGHT INDICATED THAT THE DEFROSTER WAS ON. THE AIR CONDITIONER WOULD BLOW AND TURN OFF INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN SHE ENTERED THE VEHICLE, THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2015-seat-belt-latch-failure","label":"Drivers-side seat belt fails to latch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11277100","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT SOMETIMES DOESN'T LATCH AND SOMETIMES WON'T LATCH. THERE WAS A RECALL #15V501000 IN 2015 FOR THE SEAT BELT LATCH WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. I CONTACTED THE NISSAN DEALERSHIP WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, THEY SAID THERE WASN'T A RECALL ON THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"11242015","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN ARMADA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT LATCH. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V501000 (SEAT BELTS). THE CONTACT CALLED MODERN NISSAN OF LAKE NORMAN (18615 STATESVILLE RD, CORNELIUS, NC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2015-suspension-steering-instability","label":"Steering and suspension instability on rough roads","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11164013","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY VEHICLE HITS A ROUGH PATCH. FEELS AS IF ITS HYDROPLANING, BUT CORRECTS TO OVER CORRECT ITSELF. VERY UNSAFE MAIN VEHICLE FOR TRANSPORTATION. FIRST OCCURRENCE WAS JUNE 2018 , AND ANYTIME I TRAVEL THE ONTERSTATE AND HIT A BAD PATCH OF ROAD. LAST INCIDENT 29","quote_2_odi":"11114600","quote_2_text":"FRONT LEFT LOWER LINK DEFECTIVE AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-airbag-warning-light-failure","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11640681","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag occupancy sensor has failed. The passenger airbag will not deploy in the event of collision. The issue has not been easily able to accurately diagnose","quote_2_odi":"11447435","quote_2_text":"My husband and I were in 2 front end collisions in my 2017 Nissan Armada and were going at least 50+ mph when someone pulled out in front of us and we t-boned a full size pick up truck. The airbags failed to deploy both times which is extremely alarming to me","quote_3_odi":"11331742","quote_3_text":"FLASHING AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. CAR HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT.OBD CODE INDICATED ERROR IN SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG. DEALER REPLACE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAG. FLASHING AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT RETURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start electrical fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11616299","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] my vehicle engine would not turn over. It then lost complete power moments later. The battery was recharged and reinstalled. I attempted to start the vehicle again and it drained the battery","quote_2_odi":"11583191","quote_2_text":"Although I have a brand new battery, there is a short in the system that causes it to drain entirely when turned off. At least twice a month, the battery will die because it won't hold a charge when not operating","quote_3_odi":"11128129","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS DYING SAYING NO KEY FOUND, IT HAS ALREADY BEEN TO SERVICE AND BATTERY REPLACED IN THE KEY, IT'S A BRAND NEW BATTERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-bci-brake-switch-no-start","label":"Brake pedal switch failure and BCI malfunction warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11651055","quote_1_text":"BCI Malfunction has occurred twice with the vehicle. I almost always have my children in the car with me. The first time it wouldn’t start again after I shut the engine off","quote_2_odi":"11611048","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was having intermitten BCI (Backup Collision Intervention) malfunction lights on the dash. On one occurrence it caused my vehicle to slam on the brakes suddenly at 20mph, it is definitely a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11507128","quote_3_text":"Car is has been having BCI Malfunction warning come up. This has happened numerous times since purchasing. It has been taken to the dealership multiple times for this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-engine-cylinder-7-knock","label":"Engine cylinder 7 knock and scouring","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11535579","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that the vehicle made ticking noises during start-up. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a misfire in cylinder # 7, and the engine needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11613461","quote_2_text":"Timing chain oil leak from faulty gasket","quote_3_odi":"11459829","quote_3_text":"Cylinder 7 on the engine has significant scouring, and there is a Nissan Technical Service Bulletin (NTB19-057a) indicating this problem is widespread among 2017-2019 Nissan Armada, NV, Titan, and Titan XD models","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-heated-seat-fire","label":"Heated driver's seat smoking and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11280222","quote_1_text":"I DRIVE A 2017 NISSAN ARMADA THAT CAUGHT FIRE!!! WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE MARCH OF THIS YEAR. MY HEATED SEAT MALFUNCTIONED AND CAUGHT MY PANTS AND MY SEAT ON FIRE WHILE I WAS DRIVING WITH TWO-2- SMALL CHILDREN!!!","quote_2_odi":"11280207","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN ARMADA. WHEN THE CONTACT ACTIVATED THE DRIVER'S SEAT HEATER, THE SEAT BEGAN SMOKING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HER LEFT PANTS LEG SUSTAINED A HOLE IN IT FROM THE HEATER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-instrument-panel-lighting","label":"Instrument panel and speedometer lighting failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11743663","quote_1_text":"Half of the speedometer lights as well as dash lights go out while driving. Lights are full lit when vehicle is started but then fail","quote_2_odi":"11741991","quote_2_text":"Dashboard lights for speedometer blink and half the side has gone dark","quote_3_odi":"11395571","quote_3_text":"THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTING GOES OUT WITHIN 3 YEARS. THERE ARE MANY COMPLAINTS ONLINE REGARDING THE PANEL LIGHT FAILURE OF THE LED LIGHTS. THIS MAKES PARTS OF THE PANEL DARK AN UNREADABLE AT NIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2017-transmission-shift-hesitation","label":"Transmission shift hesitation and gear failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11048585","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION HUNTS AND SHIFTS VERY EARLY, CRIPPLING ACCELERATION. AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS, SIGNIFICANT DEPRESSION OF THE ACCELERATOR IS REQUIRED TO EFFECT A DOWNSHIFT. THIS PRESENTS A SAFETY HAZARD WHEN ACCELERATION IS REQUIRED FOR MANEUVERING","quote_2_odi":"11405486","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY LOST REVERSE GEAR WHILE DRIVING ON A PUBLIC ROADWAY","quote_3_odi":"10940063","quote_3_text":"FROM SLOW STARTS, THE TACHOMETER WILL FLUTTER AND THAT HESITATION IS TRANSMITTED THROUGH THE DRIVETRAIN TO THE WHEELS. THIS HESITATION HAS BEEN SEEN AROUND ALL SHIFT POINTS AND HAS BEEN CONFIRMED BY SERVICE TECHNICIANS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-bci-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended braking from collision-avoidance system faults","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11682708","quote_1_text":"This happened to me two days ago in traffic and I narrowly escaped an accident. I had to get the car towed home and it still intermittently does this. The brakes locked up so badly that the car was covered in smoke and appeared to be on fire","quote_2_odi":"11341450","quote_2_text":"7/25/2020 NISSAN ARMADA PLATINUM RESERVE - WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE CANYON, I HAD THE BRAKES START APPLYING THEMSELVES THEN ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASH CAME ON WITH A MESSAGE \"BCI MALFUNCTION.\" WE WERE ABLE TO GET PULLED OVER SAFELY AND TURN THE CAR OFF","quote_3_odi":"11342984","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKES WILL ENGAGE INVOLUNTARY AND MOST THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD LIGHT UP. A MESSAGE BCI MALFUNCTION APPEARS. CAR CAN NOT ACCELERATE AT A SAFE SPEED UNTIL CAR IS PARKED AND RESTARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-engine-power-loss-knock","label":"Engine power loss and cylinder knock/scuffing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11733071","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN - engine developed knock that could potentially lead to catastrophic engine failure during normal driving conditions, causing loss of control or inability to stop","quote_2_odi":"11589896","quote_2_text":"Engine failure at 68,000 miles cylinder 7 scouring like previous years had this issue but my vehicle is affected as well","quote_3_odi":"11626027","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11693773","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times after refueling","quote_2_odi":"11693957","quote_2_text":"Well wife was driving car on her way to work and it shut off in the middle of traffic. Was no sure what was wrong until I brought it home and started reading the codes","quote_3_odi":"11680207","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and unoccupied, there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle and there was fuel on the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-infotainment-dcu-failure","label":"Infotainment and Display Control Unit (DCU) failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11662546","quote_1_text":"The Display Control Unit (DCU) has failed in my 18 Armada. My VIN is not part of the recall with the other 18 Armada models. The safety features of the collision warning system does not work because the DCU has failed","quote_2_odi":"11631509","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system in my 2018 Nissan Armada failed. The issues include unresponsiveness of the touchscreen, frequent system freezes or restarts, glitches with Bluetooth connectivity, loss of backup camera functionality during reboots, and a black screen","quote_3_odi":"11576732","quote_3_text":"The back up camera shuts down while in reverse, disabling the view for safety. The infotainment system continually reboots itself. It cycles over & over","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-instrument-cluster-lighting","label":"Instrument cluster and dash gauge lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11530872","quote_1_text":"The dashboard instrument panel lighting has begun to go dark. It started with a section of the odometer going dark and has since spread to a lot of the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11493396","quote_2_text":"I have noticed that on my 2018 Nissan Armada, has roughly 82,456 miles on it , an I noticed the RPM between 7/8 don't light up like the other numbers !","quote_3_odi":"11403911","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WENT BLANK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-no-start-battery-drain","label":"Intermittent no-start and battery drain failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11737392","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Nissan Armada has had SO MANY issues (probably 15-20) with not starting when cranked. Something is draining its battery. We have had to change the battery so many times (usually 2-3 times every year or two.) This happens without any notice!","quote_2_odi":"11616984","quote_2_text":"Every year for the past 3 years the battery will not start stranding me multiple times. The dealer has stated tomhat multiple armadas have the same issue it is unknown what causes this random drain of the battery but each time the battery has to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11467955","quote_3_text":"My Armada randomly will not start, leaving me stranded many times (with children). When I push the start button, sometimes the car shakes while making a horrible sound and trying to start but never starts. It has to be jumped off before it will start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2018-transmission-shift-shudder","label":"Transmission shift and shudder problems","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11705694","quote_1_text":"TCC slips, RPMs are all over the place at light throttle between 15-40mph. Believed to be an issue with the torque converter, known to Nissan","quote_2_odi":"11688074","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that while shifted in reverse, the vehicle failed to respond; however, the vehicle was able to drive forward. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11316734","quote_3_text":"ON 5 SEPARATE OCCASIONS 2 ON THE SAME TRIP, WHN TRAVELING DOWN INTERSTATE VEHICLE WILL NOT PULL, LIKE ITS STUCK IN A GEAR AND WILL NOT SHIFT . HAPPENS AROUND 80 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2019-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start incidents","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11746180","quote_1_text":"After being stranded, getting a new battery, being stranded again and again (with a newborn and toddlers). This is a serious electrical issue causing the battery to not fully be charged even when car is off. No external components plugged in","quote_2_odi":"11594369","quote_2_text":"In June 2022, my wife and children were stranded at a state forest, with no one around to assist, due to the vehicle not starting","quote_3_odi":"11302725","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED NEW 11/30/2018. ON 10/4/19 (MILEAGE: 9,742), VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND WOULD NOT START. DEALERSHIP (NORTHPARK) CLAIMED FAULTY BATTERY AND REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2019-bci-forward-collision-warnings","label":"Back-over prevention and forward-collision warning faults","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11697340","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Armada. The contact stated that the Backup Collision Intervention (BCI) Malfunction message was intermittently displayed","quote_2_odi":"11664101","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Nissan Armada has been showing a BCI Malfuntion warning light for the past year and a half on and off. Sometimes it puts the truck in limp mode, it won't start, or the brakes engage and the truck will not move while in drive","quote_3_odi":"11448622","quote_3_text":"12/2/2021 SUV accelerated on its own incident happened in my daughters driveway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2019-engine-transmission-failure","label":"Engine and transmission failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11581489","quote_1_text":"Ticking sound from engine. Inspection found failure in cylinder #6, removed spark plug and inspected head. Found metal circulating and damage to cylinder. Engine replacement recommended","quote_2_odi":"11549351","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the Mass Pike (Rte 90) when exiting the highway the vehicle lurched and the engine started racing","quote_3_odi":"11502692","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Armada. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2019-rear-suspension-sag","label":"Rear suspension sag and instability","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11609225","quote_1_text":"The rear end air suspension stopped working and will not raise the vehicle to the proper height","quote_2_odi":"11575644","quote_2_text":"Rear suspension is extremely bouncy causing very poor handling due to defective factory shocks","quote_3_odi":"11460562","quote_3_text":"Rear suspension failed while I was sitting in parked car. I heard a pop and then felt the back of the suv drop low to the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"armada-2019-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11624515","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway in Caguas, Puerto Rico, suddenly the sunroof glass explote it into pieces, falling inside the car","quote_2_odi":"11579106","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded without any object hitting it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"nissan-armada-2025-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11733488","quote_1_text":"While driving, the left side of the infotainment system (the digital instrument cluster) went completely dark. I lost all visibility of my speedometer, odometer, and critical vehicle warnings. I immediately pulled over and attempted to power-cycle the vehicle, but the display","quote_2_odi":"11726080","quote_2_text":"I was driving and the left side of infotainment system went out. I could not see my speed, odometer everything on the dash. I pulled over, stopped the car, turned it off and on but that did not work. This was very dangerous. After sitting for about 30 minutes it started working","quote_3_odi":"11724110","quote_3_text":"Infotainment system freezes and goes black. Braking system makes popping and clicking noises and have to press hard to stop the vehicle. Vehicle has been in the shop now 5 times and over 30 days. The braking system failure has put my safety and others at risk to due to not being","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"nissan-armada-2025-liftgate-unintended-opening","label":"Rear liftgate unintended opening","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11717455","quote_1_text":"The rear liftgate of the vehicle has a kick motion sensor. The liftgate kick sensor is poorly calibrated causing the liftgate to unintentionally open from distances up to 6 feet away from the vehicle as long as the vehicle is unlocked or the key is nearby. This is a serious","quote_2_odi":"11714645","quote_2_text":"After driving in snow the rear lift gate opens unexpectedly when walking behind the vehicle. This happened while the car was parked in my garage and I walked behind the car causing the rear hatch to open pinning me between the vehicle and the garage door. I was able to push it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"nissan-armada-2025-parts-backorder-undrivable","label":"Repair parts backordered, vehicle undrivable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11743462","quote_1_text":"On May 3rd my Nissan Armada's airbag system was unable to be repaired and was rendered unusable due to inoperable safety equipment. We were told the part would not be available for repair until at least September of 2026. We have been in contact with a Nissan case manager about","quote_2_odi":"11723760","quote_2_text":"Collision with deer. The vehicle cannot be driven because Nissan cannot supply a bumper with no ETA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Armada","model_slug":"armada","cluster_id":"nissan-armada-2025-powertrain-throttle-loss","label":"Loss of acceleration and throttle control","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11742438","quote_1_text":"When I was stopped and taking a turn, the car will not fully accelerate and it feels almost as if the car is stuck in first gear and won't shift. It makes a super loud revving noise and won't go over 15-20 mph. When this happens, I can't accelerate quickly enough to turn safely","quote_2_odi":"11714016","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2025 Nissan Armada Platinum Reserve during morning rush hour traffic and moving with the speed of traffic, the accelerator (gas) pedal assembly physically broke off, causing an immediate loss of throttle control. The failure occurred in active traffic at a busy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/armada","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11753022","quote_1_text":"Kelly Nissan of 275 Broadway, Lynnfield MA 01940 told me to check back in a month to see if the parts were then available then a month later told me the parts were no longer being manufactured and were unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11748522","quote_2_text":"The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the dealer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11745655","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was informed that parts were on back order","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11150141","quote_1_text":"FAULTY TRANSMISSION, DISCOLORED, BROKEN. NEEDS TO EITHER BE REPAIRED OR REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11128052","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A COMPONENT OF THE CVT TRANSMISSION THAT TELLS THE TRANSMISSION HOW TO OPERATE","quote_3_odi":"10915691","quote_3_text":"ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP, THERE WAS AN EXTENDED WARRENTY ON THIS CVT TRANSMISSION BECAUSE OF PROBLEMS IT WAS HAVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving at highway speed","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11185466","quote_1_text":"THE CUBE WILL FREQUENTLY STOP WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED","quote_2_odi":"10610229","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE 09 NISSAN CUBE AT 75 MPH ON A HIGHWAY THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN DECELERATION AND TURNED ITSELF OFF IN THE MIDST OF HEAVY SEMI TRUCK TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"10693324","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE'S 2009 NISSAN CUBE HAS HAD INTERMITTENT ISSUES WITH THE VEHICLE SHUTTING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-escl-failure","label":"Electronic steering column lock failure preventing start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11104122","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING LOCK COLUMN UNIT IN MY 2009 NISSAN CUBE FAILED, DISABLING THE CAR FROM STARTING, AND PUTTING ME AT RISK AS I WAS STUCK IN A LOCATION AWAY FROM MY HOME, AND UNABLE TO START MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"10888220","quote_2_text":"THIS NOTICE ACKNOWLEDGES A MANUFACTURING DEFECT WITH THE ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK (ESCL) WHICH RENDERS THE VEHICLE INCAPABLE OF STARTING","quote_3_odi":"10914086","quote_3_text":"THE ELECTRONIC STEERING CONTROL LOCK MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING ME TO BE UNABLE TO START MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-exhaust-corrosion","label":"Exhaust system corrosion and flange separation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10700826","quote_1_text":"EXHAUST SYSTEM FROM THE RESONATOR BACK NEEDS FULL REPLACEMENT AS CORROSION HAS EATEN AWAY MUFFLER MOUNTING TO THE POINT IT IS NOT LONGER CONNECTED","quote_2_odi":"10692902","quote_2_text":"MUFFLER CONNECTING FLANGE AND PIPE RUSTED THROUGH","quote_3_odi":"10947886","quote_3_text":"EXHAUST SYSTEM COMING APART AT THE FLANGE HEAT FROM THE BROKEN EXHAUST HAD MELTED THE BACK BUMPER ALSO, THE HEAT SHIELD SEPARATING THE EXHAUST FROM THE FUEL TANK APPEARS TO NOT COVER THE AREA OF THE COMMON SEPARATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-rear-hatch-latch-failure","label":"Rear hatch latch failure preventing door from opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11343917","quote_1_text":"THE BACK DOOR LATCH/LOCK DOESN'T WORK. IT PERMANENTLY LOCKED AND CAN'T BE UNLOCKED WITH KEY OR ELECTRONIC KEY FOB","quote_2_odi":"10907194","quote_2_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO UTILIZE THE REAR HATCH, THE DOOR WOULD NOT UNLOCK","quote_3_odi":"10584239","quote_3_text":"THE DEALER, GRUBBS NISSAN INSPECTED THE VEHICLE ON APRIL-11-2014, AND FOUND A DEFECTIVE LATCHING MECHANISM WHICH NEEDS REPAIR AT A TOTAL COST OF $392","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2009,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2009-tpms-valve-stem-leak","label":"Tire pressure monitoring system and valve stem air leaks","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11667201","quote_1_text":"The TPMS light keeps flashing off and on and all my tires are the pressure they're supposed to be","quote_2_odi":"10453195","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND THEY INFORMED HER THAT THE STEEL AROUND THE VALVE STEM HAD CORRODED AND CAUSED AIR TO LEAK OUT OF THE TIRES FASTER THAN NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"10561804","quote_3_text":"A RECALL NOTICE OF LEAKING VALVE STEMS ON 2009 NISSAN CUBE WAS PERFORMED IN 2010, NOW THE PROBLEM HAS REGENERATED , STILL LEAKING VALVE STEM, CAUSING TIRE TO LOSE PRESSURE WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING FLAT TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-airbag-deployment-and-recall","label":"Air bag non-deployment and Takata recall parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11746002","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Cube. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V230000 (AIR BAGS), the dealer discovered that the vehicle was not equipped with a front driver's side air bag","quote_2_odi":"10993101","quote_2_text":"IN A SIDE COLLISION CRASH ON 6/3/17, SIDE AIR CURTAIN DID NOT DEPLOY. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT 35 MPH SPEED LIMIT. CAR WAS THROWN AGAINST PASS. SIDE OF CUBE. FRONT AND SIDE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11048153","quote_3_text":"AIRBAGS INDICATOR LIGHT WILL COME ON AND OFF PERIODICALLY WHILE DRIVING HAD IT TO DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES AND WAS TOLD THIS IS WHAT IT DOES AND IT JUST NEEDS RESET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11061320","quote_1_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED IN MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION. LUCKY IT RE-ENGAGED JUST IN TIME TO AVOID BEING T-BONED. TOWED 2010 CUBE TO DEALER, DETERMINED CVT FAILED AND NEEDS NEW CVT TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10875817","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSIONS IN THE 2009 AND 2010 CUBES ARE KNOWN TO BE DEFECTIVE. I HAD MINE REPLACED IN FEBRUARY OF 2015 AND IN MAY 2016, 15 MONTHS LATER, IT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11139443","quote_3_text":"AFTER A FEW YEARS OR FEW THOUSAND MILES, THE CVT TRANSMISSION MAY PARTIALLY FAIL AND IT MAY NOT BE INDICATED PROPERLY IN THE DASHBOARD. THIS RESULTS IN VEHICLE NOT GETTING ENOUGH POWER TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-door-latch-lock-failure","label":"Rear door and lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10597018","quote_1_text":"THE REAR DOOR NO LONGER UNLOCKS. IT WAS WORKING FINE AND NOW THE ACTUATOR NO LONGER WORKS MAKING THE REAR DOOR UNUSABLE, THERE IS NO WAY TO MANUALLY UNLOCK THE DOOR AND THE EMERGENCY UNLOCK DOES NOT WORK EITHER","quote_2_odi":"10531991","quote_2_text":"I REPORTED THIS WHEN THE CAR WAS STILL UNDER WARRANTY. ALL THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS WILL NOT WORK, WOULD NOT OPEN WOULD NOT LOCK. SOMETIMES IT WOULD BE ONE OR TWO DOORS AND SOMETIMES IT WOULD BE ALL OF THEM","quote_3_odi":"11064630","quote_3_text":"REAR DOOR DOESN'T OPEN, READ MANY SIMILAR REPORTS. WHEN CARS ARE SUBMERGED INTO WATER OFTEN ESCAPING THROUGH THE TRUNK IS THE ONLY OPTION, NOT ACCEPTABLE TO HAVE A FAULTY LATCH IN ALL THE EARLIER MODELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor from fuel system leak","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11615619","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Cube. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed a strong fuel odor on the exterior and in the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed with a cracked fuel tank","quote_2_odi":"10837025","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN CUBE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, A STRONG FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT IN THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Electronic steering column lock preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10575117","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE NISSAN ELECTRONIC STEERING COLUMN LOCK USED ON CARS MANUFACTURED IN MODEL YEARS 2009-2010. THE LOCK ENGAGES AND MAKES CARS WITH PUSH-BUTTON IGNITIONS IMPOSSIBLE TO START","quote_2_odi":"10953902","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN CUBE AFTER TURNING THE VEHICLE OFF, THE ENGINE COULD NOT BE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE IGNITION LOCK ASSEMBLY FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10909358","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY HAD MY STEERING LOCK MECHANISM GO OUT ON MY 2010 NISSAN CUBE AND LEAVE ME STRANDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"nissan-cube-2010-tire-and-tpms-issues","label":"Tire wear and TPMS sensor issues","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10453018","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN CUBE WITH TOYO TIRES, LINE SIZE P195/60/R15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES WERE COMPLETELY WORN OUT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP, WHO STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS NORMAL WEAR AND TEAR","quote_2_odi":"10520357","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2010 NISSAN CUBE. WHILE HAVING A NAIL REMOVED FROM THE TIRE, THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE SENSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND THAT THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10392167","quote_3_text":"2010 NISSAN CUBE. HORRIBLE HANDLING CONDITIONS IN WINDS OVER 25 MPH. TIRE LIGHT WOULD COME OFF AND ON. THOUGHT IT WAS DUE TO COLD AND HOT WEATHER. TOOK VEHICLE IN TO ED HICKS NISSAN BECAUSE OF THE HANDLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"cube-2011-airbag-nondeployment-recall","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash and Takata recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11111630","quote_1_text":"INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH WHERE SOMEBODY MADE A LEFT HAND TURN IN FRONT OF ME. I WAS GOING 40 STRAIGHT ON THE ROAD. SLAMMED ON MY BREAKS BUT STILL HIT THE TURNING CAR. THE WHOLE FRONT CRUMPED SO THE CAR WAS TOTALED BUT THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. *TT","quote_2_odi":"10689823","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON MY WAY HOME FROM WORK WHEN A DEER JUMPED IN FRONT OF ME. I TRIED TO AVOID IT. I CRASHED MY CAR INTO THE GUARD RAIL CRUSHING THE WHOLE FRONT END. (I HAVE PICTURES) THE AIRBAGS NEVER DEPLOYED. I WENT TO THE HOSPITAL","quote_3_odi":"11044758","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL...HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY OTHER INFO OTHER THAN 'MATCH FOUND', ALONG WITH THE STATEMENT THAT IT SHOULD BE FIXED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. SHOULD I TAKE IT TO A NISSAN DEALER; OR WAIT TO HEAR SOMETHING FROM SOMEONE?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"cube-2011-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11514002","quote_1_text":"On March 24, 2023 Friday, I was picking my child up when I noticed a loss of power and acceleration at the gas pedal. This was then followed by a loud, whining sound while in traffic. Luckily, we were not hit when the car lost power","quote_2_odi":"11349215","quote_2_text":"AT 110K MY CAR STALLED. MID SUMMER 2020 I STARTED MY CAR IT BEGAN TO DRIVE THEN STOPPED MOVING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON LIBERTY ST IN SPFLD, MASSACHUSETTS. I HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF THE ROAD INTO THE CUMBERLAND FARMS THAT WAS TO THE LEFT FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"10655271","quote_3_text":"WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A COMPLETE STOP OUR NISSAN CUBE INTERMITTENTLY ACCELERATES VERY SLOWLY AND IS NOT RESPONSIVE TO DEPRESSING THE GAS PEDAL. THE VEHICLE WILL THEN LURCH FORWARD AS THOUGH IT IS DOWN SHIFTING AND TAKES OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"cube-2011-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system no-start failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11099341","quote_1_text":"SINCE NOV OF 2014 I HAVE DEALT WITH PERSISTENT START-UP ISSUE WITH MY 2011 NISSAN CUBE. THE VEHICLE SIMPLY CAN FAIL TO START AT ANY TIME AND WITHOUT WARNING. IT HAS PUSH BUTTON IGNITION","quote_2_odi":"10511197","quote_2_text":"ON APRIL 26, 2013 WHILE LEAVING THE GROCERY STORE WITH MOM & NEWBORN MY VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. I IMMEDIATELY CALLED CERRITOS NISSAN & ASKED WHAT THE WARRANTY MILEAGE WAS ON THERE VEHICLES WHICH THEY INFORMED ME 36K","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"cube-2011-rear-door-handle-failure","label":"Rear door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11329636","quote_1_text":"2011 CUBE, REAR DOOR WILL NOT OPEN. NO DOOR HANDLE IN SIDE OF VEHICLE, NO WAY TO OPEN. THIS IS A REAL HAZARD. I HAVE SEEN A LOT OF COMPLAINTS, FROM OTHER CUBE OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11278585","quote_2_text":"REAR BACK DOOR DOES NOT OPEN EVEN U U TRY TO LOCK & UNLOCK,JUST HAPPEND OUT OF THE BLUE .ALSO THE RIGHT DRIVER WINDOW ONE ROLL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Cube","model_slug":"cube","cluster_id":"cube-2011-seat-belt-attachment","label":"Seat belt attachment and buckle failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11207561","quote_1_text":"PASSENGERS SEAT BELT BECAME UNBOLTED FROM BODY OF CAR. THE BOLT THAT HELD THE BOLT TO THE CAR AT THE FLOOR BY THE DOOR WAS JUST HANGING ON THE BELT. THERE WAS ABOUT AN INCH OF THREADS ON THE BOLT","quote_2_odi":"11046242","quote_2_text":"EVERY SO OFTEN THE AC OR THE FAN DOESN'T WORK AFTER STARTING THE CAR, SOMETIMES FOR DAYS AT TIME. THEN IT WILL JUST START WORKING RANDOMLY USUALLY WHILE WE ARE DRIVING. ALSO THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WILL UNCLICK RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING SOMETIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/cube","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-abs-module-brake-pedal-loss","label":"ABS module failure and brake pedal loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11444273","quote_1_text":"ABS module failed. The repair shop called the local Nissan dealership for parts. The Nissan dealership said the failure was a known issue. I called Nissan Customer Service for more info and they said no complaints had been filed","quote_2_odi":"10983730","quote_2_text":"WHEN APPLY THE BRAKES DONT STOP FIRMLY. IN PAIR OF TIMES INVOLVED IN POSIBLE DEAD PEOPLE THATS WALK IN ROAD.WHEN APPLY BRAKES ARE GOING DOWN TO THE TOP OF THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-airbag-warning-light-false-trigger","label":"Passenger-seat airbag sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11175928","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER-SIDE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT \"YELLOW DASHBOARD LIGHT\" THAT TYPICALLY COMES ON WHEN ANYONE SITS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. (ANYTIME AT ANY LOCATION) ALSO THE RED AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ON DASHBOARD. DEALER STATES IT WILL COST $2400 TO REPAIR. OTHER MODELS OF NISSAN VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10659385","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS LIT AND WILL NOT RESET. I AM NOT SURE IF THE AIRBAG IS OPERATING CORRECTLY OR NOT. I HAVE SEEN SEVERAL SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ONLINE. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION OR ANY OTHER DAMAGE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-body-rust-paint-flaking","label":"Body panel rust and paint flaking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11542580","quote_1_text":"Vehicle frame has failed due to rust","quote_2_odi":"10548542","quote_2_text":"AUTOMOBILE HAS BODY RUST AND RUST LIKE STAINING. NISSAN ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR BY PUTTING SANDING PUDDING AND PAINTING IT. CAR STILL HAS CONSTANT RUST PROBLEMS. NISSAN CORPORATE OFFICE IS UNABLE TO COME UP WITH SOLUTION AT THIS TIME. THE REAR BUMPER IN PARTICULAR HAS THAT ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch slippage and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11697002","quote_1_text":"Transmission fluid mixing with coolant in radiator!","quote_2_odi":"11184598","quote_2_text":"AT 27,000 MILES THE CLUTCH STARTED SLIPPING. THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON I-5 FREEWAY. THE PROBLEM CAUSED ME TO PULL OVER AND GET OFF THE ROAD AS THE VEHICLE COULD NOT GO AT THE SPEED OF THE TRAFFIC CREATING DANGER. THE NEXT DAY I TOOK IT TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CLUTCH AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-crankshaft-sensor-stall","label":"Crankshaft sensor failure and engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10969184","quote_1_text":"IPDM RELAY OR IPDM BOARD ISSUE AT 78K, TOTAL NO CRANK NO START AND VEHICLE DRIVING ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"10965821","quote_2_text":"CRANKSHAFT SENSOR WENT BAD AT 70,000 MILES. RESULTED IN ENGINE SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING WHICH RESULTED IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKE BOOSTING. LUCKILY HAD JUST TURNED ONTO A RESIDENTIAL ROAD SO HAD SPACE TO STOP TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-leaf-spring-fracture","label":"Leaf spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10747867","quote_1_text":"TRUCK STARTED TO RATTLE AND GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. BROKE THE MAIN LEAF SPRING IN HALF. DIDN'T LOAD THE TRUCK OR HIT ANYTHING","quote_2_odi":"10968539","quote_2_text":"LEAD SPRING SNAP FOR NO REASON AFTER TAKING A NICE SUNDAY DRIVE I DIDN'T KNOW WHAT IT WAS JUST HERD A RATTLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE IT WAS A CLEAN SNAP STRAIGHT ACROSS ON THE MIDDLE LEAF SPRING? DRIVING ON 106 HWY NEW HAMPSHIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2011-side-airbag-unintended-deploy","label":"Side airbag deployment without collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10786739","quote_1_text":"SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A SMOOTH COUNTY ROAD WITHOUT A COLLISION AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH. DRIVER ONLY IN THE VEHICLE, EARS ARE RINGING. HAD TO CUT THE AIR BAGS TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE HOME. IN DRIVE WAY, UNUSABLE AT THIS POINT. SEAT BELT","quote_2_odi":"10492025","quote_2_text":"GOING DOWN BACK ROAD, HIT A DEPRESSION, THE TRUCK NATURALLY ROCKED A BIT FROM SIDE TO SIDE, SIDE AIRBAGS (PASSENGER AND DRIVER) SUDDENLY DEPLOYED W/A HORRENDOUS LOUD BANG, SCARING ME HALF TO DEATH A LONG W/MY LEFT EAR RINGING. RIDICULOUS THAT IT IS THAT SENSITIVE IN A 4X4 TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11553068","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall","quote_2_odi":"11514792","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nisan Frontier. The contact stated that on multiple occasions while driving under 50 MPH, the supplemental air bag safety warning light remained illuminated. The VIN search confirmed that the vehicle has one open recall at this time NHTSA Campaign Number","quote_3_odi":"11529756","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-airbag-warning-light-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10510496","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, BOTH THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED INADVERTENTLY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS NOT","quote_2_odi":"10896442","quote_2_text":"SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS WRONGFULLY DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 5-10 MPH, WITH NO CRASH, AND ON A FLAT ROAD. CREATING AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION FOR MYSELF AND OTHERS ON THE ROAD AROUND ME. THIS TRUCK HAS FAULTY PROGRAMMING THAT CONTROLS THESE AIRBAGS","quote_3_odi":"10861860","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CONTINUALLY FLASHES WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE INDICATING AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY. DEALERSHIP ADJUSTED SEAT BELT TENSION WHICH TEMPORARILY ( 2 WEEKS) FIXED ISSUE. DEALERSHIP NOW RECOMMENDS A NEW PASSENGER SEAT BOTTOM CUSHION TO REMEDY PROBLEM AT OWNER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-engine-stall-camshaft-sensor","label":"Engine stalling linked to camshaft position sensor","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11403039","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH AN UNKNOWN WIRE NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRE WAS","quote_2_odi":"11365826","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING UP A MOUNTAIN AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO NAPA NISSAN (510 SOSCOL AVE, NAPA, CA 94559) WHERE THE MECHANIC","quote_3_odi":"11254640","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK HAS HAD WHAT FEELS TO ME LIKE A ROUGH IDLE FOR ABOUT AS LONG AS I'VE HAD IT. IT WAS FINE FOR SEVERAL YEARS BUT A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO THE TRUCK DIED AT A STOP LIGHT. IT STARTED RIGHT BACK UP AND I DIDN'T THINK I'D BE ABLE TO REPLICATE THIS FOR A MECHANIC SO I JUST KEPT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-frame-floorboard-corrosion","label":"Frame and floorboard corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11665563","quote_1_text":"I was sold the 2012 Nissan Frontier SL from Lynne's Nissan City in Bloomfield, NJ being told it was a safe vehicle and passed their inspection. After bringing it to my mechanic I was informed the frame was so rusted it was unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11339509","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE FLOORBOARD UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER'S SEAT CAUSED BY EXTREME CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE INSPECTED NOR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-rear-leaf-spring-fracture","label":"Rear leaf spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11156483","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A LOUD NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NISSAN OF SALEM (33 MAIN ST, SALEM, NH) AND ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED, BUT THE NOISE GREW LOUDER. LATER, WHILE","quote_2_odi":"10972005","quote_2_text":"NOTICED CLUNKING SOUND COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. REAR END BECAME LOOSE AND JUMPY OVER SMALL BUMP SIN THE ROAD AT EVEN LOW SPEEDS. INSPECTION AT SHOP DETERMINED THAT BOTH LEAF SPRINGS WERE CRACKED (SEE ATTACHED PHOTO)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2012-shifter-wont-engage-drive","label":"Automatic transmission shifter fails to engage drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10702829","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE AND STRANDED THE DRIVER. VEHICLE SHIFTER FOUND TO BE DEFECTIVE AND WAS REPLACED. THE SHIFTER CAN STOP OPERATING AT ANY TIME, LEAVING THE VEHICLE UNABLE TO DRIVE. I HAVE HAD 8 OF THESE SHIFTERS REPLACED ON 8 DIFFERENT 2012 NISSAN FRONTIERS AND","quote_2_odi":"10704425","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WILL NOT GO INTO DRIVE, STRANDING DRIVER AND VEHICLE IN CUSTOMER'S DRIVEWAY. THIS IS A DEFECTIVE ASSEMBLY THAT HAS FAILED ON SEVERAL OTHER FRONTIERS WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. VEHICLE IS DISABLED UNTIL REPAIRED. PARTS FOR THE REPAIR ARE DEALER ONLY AND","quote_3_odi":"10702868","quote_3_text":"SHIFTER FOR THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO DRIVE STANDING THE DRIVER AND VEHICLE. SHIFTER ASSEMBLY IS DEFECTIVE AND VEHICLE IS SITTING AT NISSAN DEALERSHIP WAITING FOR REPAIR. NISSAN IS REFUSING TO COVER THE COST OF REPLACEMENT OUT OF WARRANTY. THIS IS THE 8TH 2012 NISSAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11588084","quote_1_text":"Air bag light will not go off. Afraid will deploy. Dealer no problem just censor. Did not have part to fix","quote_2_odi":"11112507","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. DASH LIGHT FOR AIR BAG FLASHES WHILE DRIVING WITH OR WITHOUT SOMEONE IN PASSENGER SEAT. WHEN STARTING VEHICLE AIR BAG LIGHT COMES ON AND THEN STARTS FLASHES.DID NOT TAKE TO GARAGE YET","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2013-electrical-wiring-fire-risk","label":"Electrical wiring failure with smoke or fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10703192","quote_1_text":"YESTERDAY WHILE RUNNING ERRANDS MY FRONTIER BURST INTO FLAMES UNDER THE HOOD. THE FIRE SEEMED TO INNITIATE FROM THE FUSE BOX UNDER THE HOOD. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11150935","quote_2_text":"I HAVE ISSUES WITH THE POSTIVE TERMINAL COMING LOSE ON MY NISSAN FRONTIER ON VARIOUS OCCASIONS. ONE WAS WHILE DRIVING. MY SAFETY AND OTHERS HAVE BEEN PUT AT RISK DUE TO NISSANS LOOSE CABLE. I ALMOST HIT A FAMILY OF FOUR WITH MY TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2013-side-airbag-deployment-no-impact","label":"Side air bag deployment without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10724701","quote_1_text":"MY SIDE IMPACT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITH NO IMPACT - NO REASON IN MARCH OF 2014. SAME EXACT THING OCCURRED AGAIN IN NOVEMBER OF 2014. NISSAN TOOK RESPONSIBILITY + HAD ITEMS REPAIRED, BUT I AM CONCERNED ABOUT WHY THIS IS REPEATEDLY HAPPENING + I'M AFRAID OF IT HAPPENING AGAIN!","quote_2_odi":"11013084","quote_2_text":"THE SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOY TOO EASILY IN FRONTIER TRUCKS, ALL WITHOUT NEED OF A CRASH NISSAN WON'T COVER THE DAMAGES UNDER WARRANTY AND REFUSES TO REIMBURSE OWNERS WHO MUST PAY OUT-OF-POCKET FOR REPAIRS. NISSAN DOES HAVE A PROGRAM TO REPROGRAM THE AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT BUT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2013-transmission-shift-engagement","label":"Transmission fails to engage gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10704435","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SHIFTER WILL NOT GO INTO DRIVE DRIVER AND VEHICLE WERE STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. MULTIPLE DOCUMENTED FAILURES FOR THIS SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11047102","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO DRIVE FROM NEUTRAL. AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF HOLDING IT IN DRIVE, I MANAGED TO GET IT TO MOVE FORWARD. THEN, I COULD NOT GET IT OUT OF DRIVE. IT ONLY MOVED FORWARD. THE PROBLEM FIX IS DESCRIBED IN THIS YOUTUBE VIDEO PERFECTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration after pedal input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10596112","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT APPROXIMATELY 15 20 MILES PER HOUR, I APPLIED THE BRAKE TO SLOW DOWN TO AN APPROPRIATE SPEED IN ORDER TO GO AROUND A CORNER, THE TRUCK THEN ACCELERATED CAUSING ME TO JUMP THE CURB AND HIT THE MAIL BOXES. THE TRUCK ACCELERATED TO APPROX. 30-40 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10575618","quote_2_text":"2013 NISSAN FRONTIER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE INTERMITTENT ACCELERATION PROBLEMS AT LOW SPEED. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE INCIDENT WOULD HAPPEN, WHEN MERGING INTO TRAFFIC. THE VEHICLE WOULD MOVE AND THEN STALL. *JB","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11270049","quote_1_text":"FRONTAL COLLISION (REAR END STYLE) AT APPROXIMATELY 50-60 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11100270","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11130533","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WHEN IN A \"FRONT END COLLISION\" AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED (EST. 70-80 MPH), AT IMPACT, NO AIR BAGS WERE DEPLOYED AND RESULTED IN HITTING MY HEAD EITHER AGAINST THE STEERING WHEEL OR THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11733485","quote_1_text":"Air Bag light is constantly on. So the diagnosis was air bag sensor is not working. so the air bags will not deploy in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11647983","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The air bag light warning light illuminated and remained constantly illuminated since the day of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11291714","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON WHEN IGNITION TURNED ON AND REMAINS BLINKING/FLASHING UNTIL IGNITION TURNED OFF. REMAINS ON WHETHER STANDING STILL OR IN MOTION AT ANY SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-cruise-control-hill-surge","label":"Cruise control and acceleration hesitation on grades","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10638629","quote_1_text":"SET CRUISE CONTROL AT 55 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. WHEN GOING DOWN A SLIGHT HILL, SPEED INCREASES AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL DISENGAGE","quote_2_odi":"10702270","quote_2_text":"THE CRUISE CONTROL WILL NOT COAST DOWN HILL WITHOUT DECELERATING UP TO 5 MILES BELOW SET SPEED, SO 55, IF YOUR SET AT 60, ETC","quote_3_odi":"11361728","quote_3_text":"FROM A STAND STILL, WHEN ACCELERATING TO ENTER INTO TRAFFIC. DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR, THE TRUCK ONLY MOVES INTO TRAFFIC BUT THEN THE TRUCK FAILS TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-electrical-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction and warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11460387","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as needed. The traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10862175","quote_2_text":"ALL LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON DASHBOARD AND VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE RADIO WOULD TURN ON WITHOUT ANY KEY IN THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"11309408","quote_3_text":"INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GIVING VEHICLE PARASITIC DRAW BETWEEN TSB AND COMBINATION METER! INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STAYS ON WHEN KEYS OUT OF VEHICLE AND DASH INDICATORS FLICKER DUE TO FAULTY COMBINATION METER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-fuel-filler-overflow","label":"Fuel filler neck overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11315518","quote_1_text":"EVERY TIME I NEED TO FILL MY TRUCK UP, I NEVER LET IT GET BELOW A QUARTER OF A TANK, FUEL WILL COME SHOOTING BACK OUT AS IF IT IS FULL, BUT IT IS NOT","quote_2_odi":"11196534","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE USED, WITH 28,000 MILES. GAS SPURTS OUT OF FILLER NECK 90% OF THE TIME WHEN USING AUTOMATIC NOZZLE AS TANK NEARS 3/4 FULL; MUST FINISH FILLING AT VERY SLOW RATE MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"11047954","quote_3_text":"WHEN FUELING TRUCK, GASOLINE COMES UP FUEL TANK BOTTLENECK. IT'S A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS TRUCK DIFFERENT YEARS SAME PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-inadvertent-airbag-deployment","label":"Inadvertent airbag deployment without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10670593","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 25 MPH, THE SIDE AIR BAGS INDEPENDENTLY DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11326165","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER STEERING WHEEL, FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11545940","quote_3_text":"Side Air bags deployed while crossing a railroad crossing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11270205","quote_1_text":"I HEARD A LOAD POP SIMILAR TO A GUN SHOT. MY SUN ROOF HAD JUST SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. IT BUCKLED IN THE MIDDLE AND THE WHOLE ROOF WAS SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"11270210","quote_2_text":"MY SUN ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. HEARD A LID POP LOOKED UP AND THE ENTIRE WINDOW WAS SHATTERED. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"nissan-frontier-2014-transmission-driveline-slip","label":"Transmission slip and disengagement on grades","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10660373","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MILES PER HOUR ON A HILL COASTING ON THE DOWN SLOPE, THE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGES","quote_2_odi":"10787183","quote_2_text":"AT 32000 ON THE FREEWAY HADN'T SHIFTED IN MILES CLUTCH BEGINS TO SMOKE, TRANSMISSION SLIPS POWER LOSS, WITH FIVE MILES LOST ANY GEAR IN TRANSMISSION FORWARD OR REVERSE AND NO CLUTCH","quote_3_odi":"10948414","quote_3_text":"THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION ON MY TRUCK DOESN'T HOLD ON 10 TO 13% GRADE IT WANTS ROLL FORWARD OR BACKWARDS DEPENDING ON WHICH DIRECTION YOUR TRYING TO TRAVEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11678021","quote_1_text":"My daughter was in an accident where she struck another vehicle. She was traveling between 35-40 mph. Her airbag did not deploy. Her face and chest struck the steering wheel. She suffered a concussion and whiplash","quote_2_odi":"11425637","quote_2_text":"Collision into heavy BUS that crossed my path. Nissan totaled, airbags failed with high speed crash 55 plus mph with injuries. The passenger seat airbag light always stayed on since purchase","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light and passenger sensor malfunctions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11686676","quote_1_text":"2015 Nissan Frontier, air bag light came on, replaced clock spring, and no fault found, no change to air bag warning, blinking light still on","quote_2_odi":"10725395","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED FAILING TO DETECT THE PASSENGER. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE PASSENGER HAD SCOLIOSIS AND THE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTED UNEVENLY WHEN SEATED","quote_3_odi":"11180619","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD AIRBAG SENSOR LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING RANDOMLY IN NOVEMBER 2018. WHEN FRONT PASSENGER WAS PRESENT. I SCHEDULED SERVICE WITH DEALER PER MANUAL AND TECHNICIAN CLEARED CODE. AIRBAG SENSOR WENT OFF YESTERDAY 2/16/19 SAME ISSUE WHEN FRONT PASSENGER WAS SEATED AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-rear-wheel-lockup","label":"Rear wheel lockup during braking or deceleration","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11234979","quote_1_text":"PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY MANAGED TO BIND BETWEEN AXLE AND BRAKE ROTOR CAUSING CATASTROPHIC FAILURE. RIGHT REAR WHEEL LOCKED UP WHILE DRIVING VERY NEARLY CAUSING A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11206485","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN INTERMITTENT FAILURE WITH THE REAR TIRES RUBBER BURNING OUT WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A STOP, AT A LIGHT, UP AND DOWN A HILL WHICH HAD CAUSED THE CONTACT TO SHIFT GEARS INTO NEUTRAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-tcm-unintended-accel-decel","label":"TCM-related unintended acceleration and deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11631268","quote_1_text":"Dangerous lurching and sometimes with not engage. Other Nissan models have the same problem. The diagnostic code is U0101 bad communication between TCM and Vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11615007","quote_2_text":"Engine light came on, and vehicle accelerated, then lost acceleration while revolutions increased. Diagnosis indicates Bad TCM. I went to 3 shops, and all said that the TCM are going bad, especially Infinity","quote_3_odi":"11399232","quote_3_text":"DROVE FOR AN HOUR, PARKED FOR 20 MINS STARTED PROCEEDING SOUTH DRIVE ABOUT 500FT TO MAKE RIGHT TURN WHEN VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL REVING UP SWIRVING OUT IF CONTROL ON THE NORTHBOUND LANE ALMOST HITTING CARS AND A TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall separation and damage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11675579","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Frontier equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer A/T, Tire Size: P265/70/R16, DOT Number: 1UTC211BR. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware of a knot on the sidewall of the front passenger’s side","quote_2_odi":"10734771","quote_2_text":"BF GOODRICH RADIAL LONG TRAIL T/A TIRE DOT AP72FD313914 WITH 2000 MILES ON IT ON A BRAND NEW NISSAN FRONTIER CREW CAB SHORT BED PICKUP TRUCK HAS RUBBER COMING OFF OF THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-truck-bed-misalignment","label":"Truck bed out of alignment with the cab","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10809770","quote_1_text":"DISCOVERED MY 2015 NISSAN FRONTIER EXTENDED CAB MODEL HAS A VERY OBVIOUS OUT OF ALIGNED SITUATION IN THE TRUCK BED. IT IS OFF ON THE DRIVERS SIDE SIGNIFICANTLY AND EASILY VIEWED WITH THE HUMAN EYE COMPARED TO THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE BED APPEARS PUSHED OVER CLOSER TO THE","quote_2_odi":"10714543","quote_2_text":"THE TRUCK BED IS OUT OF ALIGNMENT BY 9MM. THE DRIVER'S SIDE HAS A LARGER GAP BETWEEN THE CAB AND BED THAN THE PASSENGER'S SIDE","quote_3_odi":"10706531","quote_3_text":"THE TRUCK BED OR CAB IS OFF BY 9MM OR MORE. BOLTS AND WELDS WERE NOT PROPERLY ALIGNED DURING ASSEMBLY AND NOR WERE CHECKED FOR QUALITY AND CONSISTENCY AFTER ASSEMBLY AND THEN SOLD TO CONSUMERS WITH FAULTS AS THERE ARE SEVERAL OF THESE TRUCKS OUT THERE WITH THIS DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2015-wiring-harness-overheating","label":"Wiring harness overheating and melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11144961","quote_1_text":"WHILE OPERATING VEHICLE THE HEADLIGHTS BECOME DIM, AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE INSPECTED THE HEADLAMP CONNECTOR WAS MELTED AND THE WIRING WAS OVERHEATED. THE HARNESS WAS REPLACED BY A NISSAN DEALER AND IT MELTED AGAIN 3 WEEKS LATER","quote_2_odi":"11057159","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED ENGINE RUN FLAMES STARTED TO COME UP BY THE BATTERY SIDE .FOUND OUT THAT THE 2012 -2014 FRONTIERS HAD A RECALL FOR WIRE HARNESS CATCHING FIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11519626","quote_1_text":"Airbags didn’t deployed when the incident of the the truck crashed at the time. (April 05,2023)","quote_2_odi":"11080268","quote_2_text":"WE PURCHASED OUR 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER IN OCTOBER 2016. UNFORTUNATELY WE HAVE BEEN INVOLVED IN THREE MAJOR CAR ACCIDENTS AND TWO OUT OF THE THREE TIMES THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. EVERY ACCIDENT WE WERE INVOLVED IN COST OVER $10,000 TO REPAIR OUR VEHICLE SO WE KNOW THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11608384","quote_1_text":"The airbag warning light is blinking and has been for approximately 9 months. I live in Salida, CO which does not have a Nissan Dealership to take my vehicle into for servicing. I recently saw an article on Fox 31 News pertaining to the same airbag malfunction and would like to","quote_2_odi":"11519270","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle air bags warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the air bag system was disconnected under the passenger’s side dashboard. The","quote_3_odi":"11389453","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER WITH ONLY 68,000 MILES ON IT. THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASH STARTED FLASHING. I TOOK IT TO ANY MOHR NISSAN AND THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE SENSOR INSIDE THE PASSENGER SEAT THAT TELLS THE SYSTEM IF SOMEONE IS SITTING THERE HAS FAILED AND THAT IT IS AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-bed-frame-structural-failure","label":"Truck bed and frame structural failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11624547","quote_1_text":"A loud squeaking has developed during every day driving. After inspecting - the front right truck bed mounting location has cracked and failed","quote_2_odi":"11140326","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPOT WELDS BETWEEN THE OUTER BODY PANEL AND THE INNER BED ON THE PASSSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LIA NISSAN OF COLONIE (2233 CENTRAL AVE, SCHENECTADY, NY 12304, 518-631-2393)","quote_3_odi":"10924315","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PURCHASE A CAB FOR THE VEHICLE, THE CAB WOULD NOT FIT DUE TO THE INCORRECT SIZE OF THE TRUCK BED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE MODIFICATION WOULD HAVE TO BE DONE AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-brake-pedal-abs-performance","label":"Brake pedal and ABS/ESC performance issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11562865","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Nissan Frontier is leaking axle grease from the driver side rear tire. The grease/oil got all over the brake pads, rotor, and emergency brake. This seems to be a very common issue that was supposed to have been resolved several models prior","quote_2_odi":"11328733","quote_2_text":"THE YAWRATE SENSOR AND ABS DIAGNOSTIC MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED TO KEEP MY VEHICLE FROM GRABBING THE BRAKES AS I STARTED DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11083520","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL IS VERY SPONGY PEDAL WILL TOUCH THE FLOOR. EVEN WHEN THE TRUCK IS EMPTY YOU WONDER IF YOU ARE GOING TO STOP. DEALER SAYS THIS IS NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-connect-handsfree-distraction","label":"Nissan Connect hands-free calling distraction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11114333","quote_1_text":"VERY SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD WHEN USING \"NISSAN CONNECT\" HANDS-FREE SYSTEM WITH ALL CELL PHONES. \"NISSAN CONNECT\" DOES NOT DIFFERENTIATE THE DIFFERENCE WHEN CALLING A PERSON WITH MULTIPLE PHONE NUMBERS. INSTEAD OF ASKING \"WOULD YOU LIKE TO CALL ____ ON CELL OR AT HOME\"?, IT ASKS","quote_2_odi":"10958447","quote_2_text":"VERY SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD WHEN USING \"NISSAN CONNECT\" HANDS-FREE SYSTEM WITH ALL CELL PHONES. \"NISSAN CONNECT\" DOES NOT DIFFERENTIATE THE DIFFERENCE WHEN CALLING A PERSON WITH MULTIPLE PHONE NUMBERS. INSTEAD OF ASKING \"WOULD YOU LIKE TO CALL ____ ON CELL OR AT HOME\"?, IT ASKS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-fuel-tank-spills-fueling","label":"Fuel tank spills gas during fueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11614337","quote_1_text":"WHILE FUELING AT DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS THE TANK SPILLS/BELCHES GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS RECALLED. THERE ARE ENDLESS COMPLAINTS ON [XXX] OF SIMILAR ISSUES OCCURRING TO OTHER FRONTIER OWNERS. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND WAS QUOTED OVER $800 TO","quote_2_odi":"11385655","quote_2_text":"WHILE FUELING AT DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS THE TANK SPILLS/BELCHES GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS RECALLED. THERE ARE ENDLESS COMPLAINTS ON WWW.CLUBFRONTIER.ORG OF SIMILAR ISSUES OCCURRING TO OTHER FRONTIER OWNERS. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND WAS QUOTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-stall-hesitation-accel","label":"Engine stall or hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11694089","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing a fuel pump issue that stalls the engine while driving. The issue will sometimes go away if I first loosen the fuel cap on the gas tank to relieve built up pressure but after driving for 10 to 15 minutes or so the vehicle will begin to jerk while accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11373557","quote_2_text":"ENGINE HESITATES OR STALLS ON ACCELERATION. WHEN PULLING OUT FROM A STOP ENGINE HESITATES TO NEAR STALL NO MATTER HOW HARD OR FAR YOU PRESS GAS PEDAL. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. INTERMITTENT ISSUE, NO FAILURE CODES WHEN TESTED. IF ENGINE DOESN'T STALL, VEHICLE IS AT A STAND STILL EVEN","quote_3_odi":"10873982","quote_3_text":"THE THROTTLE ON THE TRUCK WILL FAIL TO ACCELERATE THEN WILL SURGE FORWARD. OTHER TIMES IT IS AS IF THE TRUCK ENGINE IS TRYING TO QUIT RUNNING . TODAY I STOPPED BY THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY FOUND NO DCTS ON THE COMPUTER, AFTER TEST DRIVING THE TRUCK 10 MI. NO PROBLEMS FOUND. BUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2016-transmission-engage-shift","label":"Transmission fails to engage or shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11349599","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION AND BRAIN REPAIR BY DEALERSHIP UNDER WARRANTY 20017, AND OVERHEATING PROBLEM DUE TO RADIATOR IN 2020 AFTER EXPIRE OF WARRANTY, $1000 OUT OF POCKET REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"10929618","quote_2_text":"WHEN I STOP AND PUT THE GAS AGAIN THE TRANSMISSION DO NOT ENGAGE, AFTER AFTER SKIPPING THE ENGAGE IT ENGAGE SUDDENLY","quote_3_odi":"10789715","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION DON'T CHANGE TO REVERSE, NEUTRAL, AND PARKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2017-airbag-off-warning","label":"Airbag-off warning light with occupant present","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11018927","quote_1_text":"THE FIRST TIME MY WIFE WAS RIDING IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AT NIGHT, SHE NOTED THAT THE \"AIR BAG OFF\" LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE THIS LIGHT DURING THE DAY. MY WIFE WEIGHTS 117 LBS AND IS 5'6\" TALL. SHE IS NOT A SMALL ADULT. WE WERE ON A TRIP, BUT WE","quote_2_odi":"11340294","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS FLASHING AND DOES NOT TURN OFF ON THE TRUCK. I DROVE THE TRUCK WITH MY FRIEND AND WE WERE BOTH IN OUR SEAT BELTS, FOR AN ENTIRE 1 HOUR RIDE THE LIGHT KEPT FLASHING. THE AIRBAG LIGHT STARTS FLASHING AS SOON AS I START THE TRUCK NOW AND DOES NOT SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11474861","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON, COMPETITOR (MAZDA) DEALER STATED THAT AIR BAG MODULE NEEDS REPLACING ESTIMATED COST $2500. ALSO WHEN 4X4 IS ENGAGED IT'S REALLY HARD TO DO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT AT LOW SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2017-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11694358","quote_1_text":"I drive on the highway and my truck stalls out and just shuts off. When I’m driving at slow speeds, it just keeps stalling I lose power and it takes a few tries for it to start again then I have to peel out so it stays started and hope I don’t have to slow down","quote_2_odi":"11487382","quote_2_text":"As I was driving my truck this morning it stalled on me, two times. The first time I was able to turn the key off and back on again and it started right up. I then drove it about 20 yards (luckily I was in a parking lot) and it stalled again but this time the dash lights","quote_3_odi":"11431390","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle occasionally stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continued driving to her destination. The contact took the vehicle to the local dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2017-fuel-filler-backflow","label":"Fuel tank rejects fuel, spits back at filler","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11281054","quote_1_text":"I TRY AND FILL UP FUEL AND THE PUMP CONSTANTLY SHUTS OFF. I HAVE TO PUMP THE FUEL SUPER SLOW IN ORDER FOR IT TO FILL UP. I HAVE TRIED DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS, SAME ISSUE. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALER AND THEY DID SOME REPAIRS UNDER THE ENHANCEMENT WARRANTY THEY IMPLEMENTED, BUT THE","quote_2_odi":"11176596","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO FILL THE GAS TANK TODAY AND IT STARTED COMING BACK OUT THE ABOUT 10 MINUTES LATER THE MIL LIGHT CAME ON TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP SAID IT WAS VENT CONTROL VALVE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED 495.00 DOLLARS TRUCK HAS 45000 MILES NISSAN SAID I WAS OUT OF WARRANTY BS","quote_3_odi":"11065390","quote_3_text":"GAS TANK VENT NOT WORKING PROPERLY WHILE REFUELING. SPILL OVER AT FUEL FILL UP DOOR, UNABLE TO LOAD FULL TANK OF FUEL INTO GAS TANK. ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2017-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leaks at filler neck or from puncture","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11545742","quote_1_text":"Fuel tank developed leak at the filler neck connection point. The tank is \"plastic\". Connection neck is \"plastic\" but a different color than the tank. (Perhaps dissimilar materials that are somehow fused/bonded together.) Fuel spilled from the tank onto my garage floor","quote_2_odi":"11306981","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY STARTED TO LEAK FUEL. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHTS TO INDICATE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT SAFELY PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER AND THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2017-powertrain-shift-quirks","label":"Transmission fails to shift or hold speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11023871","quote_1_text":"WHEN PROCEEDING FROM A GREEN LIGHT, THE 2017 NISSAN FRONTIER SV WILL NOT ACCELERATE AS NORMAL. TO GET THE TRUCK MOVING FORWARD, I HAD TO STEP ON THE GAS MEDAL WITH MORE DEPTH THAN USUAL, RENDERING THE ENGINE RPM VERY HIGH, TO INCH THE TRUCK AWAY FROM THE STOP LIGHT. LUCKILY, I","quote_2_odi":"11162053","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WHEN TOWING 2000 LBS OF WEIGHT OR GREATER WILL LOCK INTO THIRD GEAR WHEN THE RPM EXCEEDS 4000 RPM. THE RPM WILL STAY CONSTANT AT 4000 RPM WITH YOUR FOOT OFF THE PEDAL AND WILL NOT DROP OUT OF GEAR UNLESS THE OVERDRIVE BUTTON IT DISENGAGED. THIS PROBLEM WAS","quote_3_odi":"11066595","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON HILLY STREETS WITH 55 MPH SPEED LIMIT, TRUCK WILL NOT MAINTAIN 55 MPH SPEED USING CRUISE CONTROL.. TRAVELING UP HILL, TRUCK DROPS 5-8 MPH BEFORE DOWNSHIFTING TO LOWER GEAR. THE DOWNSHIFT IS ABRUPT RATHER THAN A SMOOTH. WITHOUT CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, DISENGAGING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-brake-pedal-near-floor","label":"Brake pedal travels near floor, too close to gas","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11242124","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2018 NISSAN FRONTIER 9745 MILES. AS A PREVIOUS OWNER HAS EXPLAINED HIS BRAKE PROBLEM SAME AS MINE WHEN YOU DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL SOLID IT ALMOST GOES TO THE FLOOR ALSO WHEN THIS PEDAL GOES LOW THE ACCELERATOR GOES DOWN TOO CLOSE TO EACH OTHER","quote_2_odi":"11162672","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE AND ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE TOO CLOSE TOGETHER. WHILE BRAKING, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WOULD ALSO DEPRESS AND THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-front-suspension-noise-vibration","label":"Front suspension noise and vibration","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11424735","quote_1_text":"Squeaking sound coming from front driver side suspension. This has been happening ever since purchased in 2018 that dealer cannot find. Getting worse as it ages. Afraid tire may drive train may break while driving","quote_2_odi":"11431227","quote_2_text":"I have a 2018 Nissan Frontier bought it in 2019 I noticed a little vibration at first and now 2 years later it’s vibrating a lot more I took to Nissan in 2020 they said they saw nothing wrong but now I’m told that it’s my motor mounts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-fuel-filler-shutoff","label":"Fuel pump shuts off repeatedly while fueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11210771","quote_1_text":"AFTER 6 MONTHS OF OWNING THIS NEW VEHICLE, WHEN PUMPING GAS IT WOULD CUT OFF WHEN BEGINNING TO PUMP THOUGHT IT WAS A FLUKE BUT IT HAPPENS EVERYTIME,TOOK IT TO DEALER THEY REPLACE A BUNCH OF PARTS AFTER FIRST FILL UP IT WAS OK THE SECOND FILL UP THIS MORNING TOOK 10MINUTES TO GET…","quote_2_odi":"11180604","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT MY 2018 FRONTIER WITH 40K MILES ON IT BACK IN APRIL 2018. I NOW HAVE ABOUT 56K MILES ON IT. OVER THE LAST COUPLE OF MONTHS IT GOT HARDER AND HARDER TO PUT GAS IN IT AND FOR A MONTH NOW IT SHUTS OFF MULTIPLE TIMES AND OR SPITS GAS OUT WHEN I TRY TO FILL IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-ignition-switch-no-start","label":"Ignition switch failure prevents starting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11639440","quote_1_text":"Jan 29 2025 vehicle failed to start . Turned switch to start several times .no response at all no dash lights no starter reaction no clicking from battery, which would indicate battery problem. Waited several mins approx 30 minutes","quote_2_odi":"11507645","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that upon inserting the key in the ignition switch to start the vehicle, the ignition switch was significantly loose, preventing the vehicle from starting","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-passenger-airbag-fault-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light flashes continually","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11520532","quote_1_text":"Passenger airbag warning light on dashboard flashes continually. This indicates it may not deploy in accident. It was taken to a Nissan dealer and mechanic inspected and stated in report, \"Found occupancy classification module to be installed incorrectly and non OEM\"","quote_2_odi":"11683111","quote_2_text":"The passenger dashboard airbag keeps generating error codes and the airbag light continually flashes. There have been 2 costly repair attempts by a Nissan dealership, but the problem persists","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2018-sudden-acceleration-throttle","label":"Sudden acceleration or throttle dead spots","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11172445","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, FOOT ON BRAKE, EXITING A PUBLIC PARKING LOT, WHEN SUDDENLY ENGINE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AND WHEELS WERE SCREECHING. THE PASSENGER OF VEHICLE HAD TO PLACE TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, THEN PARK TO STOP VEHICLE FROM MOVING FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"11140130","quote_2_text":"THE THROTTLE CONTROL, FOOT PEDAL, HAS DEAD SPOTS THAT HAPPEN WHEN LEAVING A STOP SIGN, GREEN LIGHTS, PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC. ALSO CLIMBING A HILL WHEN YOU STEP ON THE GAS NOTHING HAPPENS UNTIL THE TRANSMISSION KICKS DOWN THEN YOU GO TO FAST","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2019-brake-wear-soft-pedal","label":"Premature brake wear and soft pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11340299","quote_1_text":"BRAKES ON 2019 AND EARLIER ARE \"MUSHY\". IN AN EMERGENCY STOP BRAKES DO NOT STOP THE VEHICLE PROPERLY. BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL IS EXCESSIVE AND PUSHING PEDAL FARTHER, WHILE IN MOTION, DOES NOT INCREASE BRAKING FORCE","quote_2_odi":"11612091","quote_2_text":"Only have 17600 miles on vehicle and front caliber were sticking and squeaking. The garage replaced the pads and rebuilt the brakes as they were prematurely sticking and bad. Where not stopping good","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2019-heater-does-not-warm","label":"Cabin heater fails to warm or defrost","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11635197","quote_1_text":"When the auto is idle, there is no heat, it blows cold air. It only blows heat while in motion. Upon research, uncovered an extensive amount of information that indicates this is and has been a problem in most Nissan vehicles for over a decade","quote_2_odi":"11707632","quote_2_text":"Heater does not warm up. Ran the truck for an hour and no heat to defrost windshield. This also occurs while driving and the defroster won't clear the windshield, and have to resort to using a rag","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2019-occupant-sensor-airbag-fault","label":"Occupant sensor failure triggers airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11448836","quote_1_text":"I took my 2019 Nissan Frontier with 56,000 miles to the Freedom Nissan in south Burlington VT on 1/25/2022 due to the airbag light flashing red. Scanned the vehicle and found DTC B00A0 - they preformed diagnosis on code. Found Occupant Sensor Failure","quote_2_odi":"11556981","quote_2_text":"This past week my Nissan Frontier Sv airbag warning light is flashing. I notice other Nissan models have had the same issue but with a recall campaign. I have not called the local service dealer, but I have contacted their consumer hotline, and they said I would have to pay","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2019-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera fails or gives false readings","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11316429","quote_1_text":"TROUBLE WITH THE REAR VIEW CAMERA GIVING FALSE READINGS","quote_2_odi":"11708375","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was gray and then blank","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2019-transmission-limp-mode-wont-shift","label":"Transmission limp mode and shift lock failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11348395","quote_1_text":"WHEN I STEP ON THE GAS PADLE IT GOSE IN TO LIMB MODE NOT ALL THE TIME.I PUT IN TO THE FLOOR THE MOTER DOSE NOT REVUP I ALL MOST GOT HIT 2 TIMES SCARY!!!!!! WHEN PULLING OUT IN TARFET NOT A GOOD SPELLER.SORRY","quote_2_odi":"11466464","quote_2_text":"Can not shift vehicle from park, am being told it is the shifter assembly. The vehicle only has 54,000 miles on it. Have to insert blunt object into shift lock relay to be able to shift out of park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-adaptive-cruise-rpm-surge","label":"Adaptive cruise control RPM surge on inclines","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11546974","quote_1_text":"When cruise control is active vehicle ramps to 6000 rpm to gain 1-2 mph going up slight inclines and even straight away. This also occurs when going around another vehicle while cruise control is active","quote_2_odi":"11583935","quote_2_text":"Climbing a hill the cruise control goes crazy and the RPMs suddenly exceed 5000+.  Scared the hell out of me and could certainly be dangerous especially on rainy roads","quote_3_odi":"11644162","quote_3_text":"while the \"Cruise Control\" is engaged,  any sort of incline ahead of the vehicle will cause the transmission to down shift and Rev up the engine to 5k+ rpms which causes the vehicle to Surge and speed up way above the set speed (ie: cruise set to 45mph, the consequence is the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-adas-system-fault","label":"ADAS system fault with ABS and traction control loss","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11525309","quote_1_text":"the vehicle has had all safety systems report as failed on at least 11 different occasions. The vehicle will report \"System Failure\", ABS Failure, Traction Control Failure, Forward & Rear Collision sensor failures","quote_2_odi":"11611260","quote_2_text":"While driving multiple lights go off on the dash including ABS, traction control, and collision warning.  The dash has a message that states system fault see owners manual.  If you turn the truck off the system will reset and clear the faults","quote_3_odi":"11746916","quote_3_text":"While driving the Automatic Braking System (ABS), Traction Control, forward collision, rear collision and system fault triangle alerts displayed resulting in systems being disabled. Pulled code, C1116, while waiting for dealer service availability","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch failure preventing entry and exit","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11528293","quote_1_text":"on several occasions the driver's side door failed to open while manually or remotely attempting to open the door. The contact stated that he climbed into the vehicle through the front passenger’s side door to gain entrance to the vehicle and the door unlocked manually from the…","quote_2_odi":"11653062","quote_2_text":"Power front doors lock and will not open from the inside or outside. This happens at least every day I think it's very dangerous and other owners of these trucks have reported the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11742483","quote_3_text":"We are having trouble with the passenger door being inoperative.  It will not unlock with the fob or manually, trapping the occupant in the passengers seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-driver-seat-unintended-recline","label":"Driver seat unintended reclining while occupied","component_code":"SEATS, SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11472807","quote_1_text":"while driving at various speeds, the front driver’s seat reclined independently. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be diagnosed but various parts were replaced; however, the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11537613","quote_2_text":"Driver's side powered seatback randomly tilts backward, losing the seat settings that the driver has set. Nissan and other Frontier owners say it is because of the way the driver gets in and out of the vehicle, especially by 'heavier drivers', and claim the driver hits the…","quote_3_odi":"11481214","quote_3_text":"The drivers seat reclines and tilts all the way back on its own , truck has no automatic seat settings , this renders a choking or pinning hazard to rear passengers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-infotainment-audio-static","label":"Infotainment audio static and head unit lockup","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674892","quote_1_text":"The unit consistently malfunctions by producing loud static noise when I increase the volume. In many instances, the radio completely shuts off or freezes, and I have to repeatedly press the on/off knob to get it working again. Sometimes it takes several tries before it…","quote_2_odi":"11748365","quote_2_text":"my Radio sounds like static which will stop if I turn the radio off then back on again but does it multiple times while driving also gets very staticy when a phone is plugged in to charge","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589279","quote_1_text":"Backup camera not engaging when in reverse gear.  Backup camera is still visible thru the settings menu.  Infotainment screen stays in normal state when switching to reverse gear","quote_2_odi":"11552556","quote_2_text":"All cameras stopped working, even rear view camera when in Reverse. Went to dealer, and was quoted $5000 to fix issue, replace AVM control unit (Part # 284A1-9BU1A) Not covered under factory warranty due to having too many miles","quote_3_odi":"11730165","quote_3_text":"The rear view camera stays dark for at least 1 minute a few times a week when starting the vehicle. This is after the software update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2022-parking-pawl-rollaway","label":"Parking pawl failure and vehicle rollaway in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11473524","quote_1_text":"while the vehicle was parked, she exited the vehicle to place some items in the truck bed however, the vehicle started to rollaway at approximately 2 MPH. The contact stated that her husband jumped back into the vehicle and used the parking brake to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11524046","quote_2_text":"I put vehicle in REVERSE and backed up maybe 20', shifted into PARK, got out (left vehicle running), opened the rear door to get clippers and closed it.  Walked to the bush maybe 15' to rear of vehicle and clipped a couple small branches and I suddenly heard gravel noise and…","quote_3_odi":"11474914","quote_3_text":"while parking the vehicle, the gear shifter was shifted to park(P) however, the vehicle rolled backward. The contact applied the parking brake to park the vehicle. The dealer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that parts were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2023-backup-camera-purple","label":"Backup camera purple or pink screen display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06-16 → 2026-07-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744398","quote_1_text":"Camera shows purple/pink screen and is not fully functional. Numerous instances found online of this issue.","quote_2_odi":"11749737","quote_2_text":"Rear backup camera turned purple in color and not accurate when backing up to a trailer.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2023-electrical-shutdown-stall","label":"Electrical system shutdown and engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-07-17 → 2026-02-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689403","quote_1_text":"We have a fleet of 2023-2025 Nissan Frontiers.  Starting in December of 2024 we began having problems with the vehicles electrical system going wild and shutting the trucks down.  It causes all of the lights to come on and the truck to stall and not restart…","quote_2_odi":"11701155","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Nissan Frontier lost all power and shut off while driving on the hwy. ","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2023-seat-uncommanded-recline","label":"Driver power seatback uncommanded rearward movement","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12-15 → 2026-04-19","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732266","quote_1_text":"Beginning in the summer of 2025, the driver's seatback has unexpectedly moved rearward, including more than one instance where it fell completely back toward the rear seat.  Each time, the vehicle has been turned off, the seat is unoccupied, and no one was in contact with the seat controls.","quote_2_odi":"11537770","quote_2_text":"The drivers power seat will recline backwards  without me activating the switch.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2023-steering-click-lock","label":"Steering column clicking noise and power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01-11 → 2026-06-16","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744632","quote_1_text":"Bought my 2023 Nissan Frontier PRO 4X last year and immediately noticed a clicking sound coming from the steering wheel. This noise only occurs while driving and making slight adjustments to the wheel. The noise ranges in loudness and intensity and at times can be felt while holding the steering wheel.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Frontier","model_slug":"frontier","cluster_id":"frontier-2023-transmission-shift-harsh","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and hesitation at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12-15 → 2026-06-29","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746707","quote_1_text":"While underway at speeds under 20 mph. Vehicle hesitates and lurches creating a danger when taking off from a stop light. Vehicle may delay acceleration from a stop, which can feel unsafe in traffic and in merging situations.This activity is uncontrollable as the driver has no control and could lead to an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11497647","quote_2_text":"transmission issues: transmission is jerking, trying to find gears.  between 0mph and 30mph.  also when stopping at stop sign and lights.  truck only has 2,200 miles on it.  Very unhappy and feel unsafe driving this truck.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/frontier","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-airbag-warning-malfunction","label":"Passenger air bag warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10550865","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG DISABLED LIGHT COMES ON OCCASIONALLY EVEN WHEN MY DAUGHTER IS SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. SHE IS APPROXIMATELY 100 POUNDS","quote_2_odi":"10893027","quote_2_text":"THE PAST 2 WEEKS THE DRIVER-SIDE AIRBAG COMPONENT CONTINUOUSLY BLINKING. WHEN VEHICLE IS CRANKED IT CONTINUOUSLY BLINKS DISPLAYING THIS SYMBOL & DURING DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-fuel-pressure-sensor-leak","label":"Fuel pressure sensor leak after recall repair","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10779952","quote_1_text":"STRONG FUEL SMELL INSIDE CABIN AND OUTSIDE OF CAR EVERY TIME CAR IS RUNNING, ALONG WITH SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED MPG (~18 CITY - 20HWY)","quote_2_odi":"10983245","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2011 NISSAN JUKE. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE SMELLED OF FUEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL ODOR BECAME STRONG AND SPREAD THROUGHOUT THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10871519","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED. NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10959659","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE SUNROOF ON MY 2011 NISSAN JUKE EXPLODED. IT SOUNDED LIKE SOMEONE HAD SHORT MY CAR. THANKFULLY THE SHADE WAS CLOSED OR THE GLASS WOUND HAVE FALLEN DOWN WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING AN INJURY OR POSSIBLE CRASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11144939","quote_1_text":"ISSUES WITH TIMING CHAIN CREATING LOUD NOISE WHEN RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"10537721","quote_2_text":"MY CAR HAS ENGINE FAILURE AT 2 YEARS OLD AND 72K MILES. I INITIALLY TOOK MY CAR TO NISSAN AT THE FATE AND MILEAGE LISTED ABOVE FOR A RATTLE IN THE ENGINE AREA. WAS TOLD IT NEEDED A NEW DRIVE BELT AND TENSIONER. THIS WAS A MISDIAGNOSIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-turbo-loss-of-power","label":"Turbocharger failure and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10411816","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN JUKE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 15 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR FLOW METER BECAME UNATTACHED FROM THE TUBE ASSEMBLY INLET, CAUSING THE FAILURE","quote_2_odi":"10454869","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN JUKE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 11V583000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO-CHARGER)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2011-wiper-intermittent-malfunction","label":"Windshield wiper intermittent mode malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":153,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10670630","quote_1_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL TURN ON BY THEMSELVES, RUN HIGH SPEED FOR APPROX. 30 SECONDS, STOP (WITH WIPERS IN ACTIVE POSITION - OFTEN BLOCKING VISION) PAUSE FOR APPROX. 10-60 SECONDS AND RESTART. THIS HAS BEEN NON-STOP FOR THE LAST 2 DAYS","quote_2_odi":"10694301","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOPPED WORKING ABRUPTLY TOOK INTO MECHANIC AND REVEALED DUSPLACED LEVER ARM THAT IS ATTACHED TO MOTOR AND CONTROLS WINDSHIELD WIPERS. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11023013","quote_1_text":"AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER'S VEHICLE ROLLED OVER. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10744357","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TOTALED AND SHE SUSTAINED SERIOUS INJURIES BUT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11330121","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT FLASHES ALL THE TIME. CAR HAS ONLY70K MILES. AUTO SHOP SAYS BAGS WON'T WORK. SENSORS IN PASSENGER SEAT BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2012-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and failure to start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11152246","quote_1_text":"PROBLEMS WITH CONSTANT BATTERY DRAINAGE. EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IS JUST PARKED AND NOTHING ON BATTERY DRAINS RANDOMLY AND OUT OF NOWHERE. I HAVE REPLACED BATTERY 7 TIMES IN THE LAST 2 YEARS","quote_2_odi":"10810609","quote_2_text":"THE BATTERY DIES A LOT! CANNOT FIGURE OUT WHY, I HAVE BEEN LEFT STRANDED NUMEROUS TIMES, NOT FUN, SOMETIMES I ONLY LEFT MY CAR FOR HALF HOUR OR SO, I COME BACK AND IT IS DEAD","quote_3_odi":"11256234","quote_3_text":"IT HAS INTERMITTENTLY FAILED TO START. ALL THINGS CHECK OUT GOOD THAT USUALLY CAUSE THIS. THE BATTERY, ALTERNATOR, STARTER, ETC. WE HAVE HAD IT LEAVE US STRANDED AND THE MECHANIC CANNOT FIND ANYTHING WRONG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2012-cvt-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of power or acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11394394","quote_1_text":"WHILE ON THE 405 FREEWAY I SUDDENLY LOST CAR SPEED. I WAS FLOORING THE GAS BUT THE CAR BARELY MOVED","quote_2_odi":"10731184","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AS THE VEHICLE LOST POWER","quote_3_odi":"10915600","quote_3_text":"CVT - RAPID LOSS OF POWER (85 TO 50 ALMOST IMMEDIATELY) WHILE ON THE FREEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2012-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel pressure sensor leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10730073","quote_1_text":"A DISTINCT SMELL OF GASOLINE WAS NOTICED IN THE CABIN. I TOOK MY JUKE TO A MECHANIC, WHO SAID THE PROBLEM WAS FUEL LEAKING THROUGH THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR","quote_2_odi":"11114777","quote_2_text":"THE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR ON MY JUKE HAS GONE BAD AND I AM BEING TOLD THAT MY CAR IS NOT PART OF ANY RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10787465","quote_3_text":"MECHANIC FOUND FUEL LEAK UNDER INTAKE -SEE RECALL 14V683. NISSAN SAYS NOT COVERED BY RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2012-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11163655","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE TIMING CHAIN FRACTURED OFF INTO THE ENGINE AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11515740","quote_2_text":"The timing chain exploded as noted in the service bulletin: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2015/SB-10055923-4231.pdf Nissan is claiming that this model/VIN is not covered under this bulletin when it clearly is","quote_3_odi":"11034709","quote_3_text":"AFTER DOING RESEARCH ON THE INTERNET, I FOUND SEVERAL REPUTABLE SOURCES SAYING THIS MAKE/MODEL/YEAR OF NISSAN JUKE HAS MANY INCIDENTS OF THE TIMING CHAIN STRETCHING AND DAMAGING THE COVER CAUSING OIL LEAKS AND ENGINE DAMAGE - A MANUFACTURER DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure causing sudden deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11232875","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING ON A CROWDED INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH. VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED TO ABOUT 40 MPH. NO POWER WHEN DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR. PULLED OVER TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11129612","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A NISSAN JUKE 2013 SV AWD. SINCE I BOUGHT IT, I HAVE CVT PROBLEMS. WHEN I DRIVE LONG DISTANCE AND THE WEATHER IS OVER 75 F OR I DRIVE ON MOUNTAINOUS ROADS, MY CAR STOP ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"11151948","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AVERAGING 80 MPH. I WAS NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL. AFTER 4 HOURS OF DRIVING THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO DECELERATE. I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL FURTHER TO ACCELERATE, YET IT HAD NO EFFECT. THE VEHICLE SPEED DROPPED TO 60 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical failures causing no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11447383","quote_1_text":"Car was running, no prior issues. Shut off car, returned a few hours later and it would not start. Everything else worked, but wouldn't attempt to turn over","quote_2_odi":"11375658","quote_2_text":"CAR WOULD AT TIMES NOT START UP AGAIN AFTER RUNNING AN ERRAND OR TRIP, AT FIRST WE COULD JUMP START THE VEHICLE BUT LATER IT WOULDN'T WORK THAT WAY, NEW BATTERY NEW STARTER, ALTERNATOR REPLACED NOTHING WORKED FINALLY WOULDN'T START AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"10676587","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE, THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE DASHBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-fuel-odor-sensor-leak","label":"Fuel odor from fuel pressure sensor leaks","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11747207","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon parking the vehicle at a store, the contact noticed an abnormally strong fuel odor and fuel leakage underneath the front end of the vehicle onto the ground","quote_2_odi":"11429410","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, there was an abnormal gasoline odor detected. The contact smelled of gasoline odor coming through the air vents when the air condition was activated","quote_3_odi":"10839282","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LEAKED FUEL VAPOR INSIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE VENTS AND LEAKED FUEL ONTO THE GROUND ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while parked or idling","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11062253","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF HAD EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10641939","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. DRIVER GOT IN AND CLOSED THE DOOR. AFTER HEARING AN ODD SOUND OF SOMETHING RAINING DOWN ON THE ROOF AREA, DRIVER GOT OUT AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED","quote_3_odi":"10559119","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED. WHEN THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT DOOR WAS SHUT, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED UPWARD. THE EXPLOSION SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11342621","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 JUKE SL BROKE DOWN WHILE I WAS DRIVING. THE CAR SLOWED DOWN AND THEN CAME TO A STOP AND WOULDN'T START. IT WAS TOWED TO A NISSAN SERVICE DEALERSHIP. THEY FOUND THAT THE ENGINE TIMING CHAIN BROKE AND DAMAGED MY ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11170804","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN BROKE ON A 5-YEAR-OLD, 72,000 CAR. THE 2013 NISSAN JUKE'S HAVE A HISTORY OF DEFECTIVE TIMING CHAIN, YET NISSAN WOULD NOT GIVE AID FOR REPAIR OF MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11085021","quote_3_text":"STRETCHED TIMING CHAIN, WHICH CAN LEAD TO ENGINE DAMAGE, OR ENGINE FAILURE, IF ENGINE FAILURE OCCURS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION IT COULD LEAD TO ACCIDENTS AND / OR DEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2013-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure causing sudden loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":103,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10945191","quote_1_text":"ON 1/12/2017 WAS DRIVING VEHICLE AND WENT TO ENTER INTO HIGHWAY. WHILE ENTERING INTO HIGHWAY CARS SPEED STARTED TO DECLINE AT A FAST RATE DOWN TO 25 ON A 70 MPH HIGHWAY. ALMOST CAUSING AND ACCIDENT. WAS MAKING A POP/WHISTLING SOUND UNDER HOOD","quote_2_odi":"11433792","quote_2_text":"Car has just 45,000 miles on engine. Purchased new from Pohanka Nissan in Salisbury MD 2013. Now has Turbo charger failure. Lost power suddenly on Highway traveling 60 mph","quote_3_odi":"11130558","quote_3_text":"TURBO CHARGER FAILED WHILE IN MOTION ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. VEHICLE NEARLY LOST ALL POWER AND BLACK SMOKE WAS SPEWING FROM THE EXHAUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11730263","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a serious crash in a 2014 Nissan Juke. The vehicle broke through a fence, traveled downhill, and rolled multiple times before coming to rest upside down","quote_2_odi":"11279884","quote_2_text":"CAR RAN A STOP SIGN AND I BROAD SIDED HER AT 30 MILES AN HOU IN MY 2014 NISSAN JUKE. SHE WAS GOING 30MILES AN HOUR TOO TOO. THE FRONT AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10864381","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH AT NIGHT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATORS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-cvt-overheat-noise","label":"CVT transmission noise, slipping and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11438817","quote_1_text":"Yes transmission problems loud is loud whistling noise overheating of the transmission at long periods of driving have not taken it to the dealership to get checked did read up online that in that there are problems with the transmission in this year of car","quote_2_odi":"11111046","quote_2_text":"MY JUKE HAS BEEN DECECLERATING WHILE IN HIGHWAY DOING 75MPH AND HAS BEEN JUMPING GEARS WHICH ALL HAD BEEN A PROBLEM SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR AND WAS NOT FOUND UNTIL TODAY THAT THE ENTIRE VALVE BODY CONTROL IN THE TRANSMISSION WHICH CONTROLS CVT NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11258577","quote_3_text":"I DRIVE A LOT. I NOTICED THAT WHEN DRIVING ON HOT DAYS 80+ ON LONG DRIVES 1 HOUR+ ON THE INTERSTATE, MY CARS POWER AND RPMS BASICALLY SHUT DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-electronics-blackout","label":"Intermittent navigation, radio and lighting blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10730316","quote_1_text":"GAUGE CLUSTER NOT DISPLAYING THE FLASHING ARROWS WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL STALK IS ENGAGED TO EITHER SIDE BUT THE LIGHTS OUTSIDE THE CAR IS STILL OPERATIONAL. ALSO, THE POWER LOCKS WILL DISENGAGED INTERMITTENTLY WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, ON ANY SPEED","quote_2_odi":"11269577","quote_2_text":"ELECTRICAL ISSUES BEGAN WITHIN MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING (DEC 2014). NAVIGATION SYSTEM, RADIO, INTERIOR LIGHTS ALL GO HAYWIRE UNEXPECTEDLY. RADIO//NAVIGATION COMPLETELY BLACK; INTERIOR LIGHTS EITHER STAY ON, FLICKER OR WON'T COME ON AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11396027","quote_3_text":"BEGAN NOTICING ISSUES WITHIN FIRST YEAR OF OWNING VEHICLE. EVERY OCCURRENCE WOULD TAKE IT TO DEALERSHIP (GRAINGER NISSAN OF SAVANNAH, GA) TO GET CHECKED. BY THE TIME I GOT TO THE DEALERSHIP, EVERYTHING WOULD BE WORKING FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-fuel-pressure-sensor-leak","label":"Fuel pressure sensor leak with cabin fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11035959","quote_1_text":"MY 2014 NISSAN JUKE IS GETTING A LEAKING FUEL PRESSURE CENSOR REPLACED, BUT I THINK IT SHOULD BE COVERED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:14V683000. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT NISSAN IS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH PART OR DESIGN. THERE IS DEFINITELY A FIRE HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"11082443","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A FUEL LEAK IN THE ENGINE. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PRESSURE SENSOR IS LEAKING FUEL ALL DOWN THE ENGINE, AND THE CAR HAS A STRONG GASOLINE SMELL. THE SMELL IS PRESENT WHILE THE CAR IS STATIONARY AND IN GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11179808","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, A STRONG ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO NOTICED A PUDDLE OF FUEL UNDER THE VEHICLE WHEN IT WAS FIRST STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-sudden-power-loss-stall","label":"Sudden loss of power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11507186","quote_1_text":"Starting up, will die. Dies at stop lights. Battery is newer. Idles funny. Fob won't open door locks or only opens one lock","quote_2_odi":"11479998","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Juke. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact shifted to park(P) and restarted the vehicle. The failure recurred more frequently","quote_3_odi":"11000213","quote_3_text":"NISSAN JUKE OWNERS ARE REPORTING OVER THE INTERNET THAT THE CAR SUFFERS FROM A DEFECTIVE ALTERNATOR OR BATTERY THAT CAUSES THE CAR TO LOSE POWER DURING NORMAL DRIVING IN HOT WEATHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2014-timing-chain-oil-leak","label":"Timing chain failure causing oil leak and engine shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11402828","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN MALFUNCTION CAUSED OIL LEAK. THE CAR IDLED DOWN AND SHUTS OFF","quote_2_odi":"11398482","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN RUBBED A HOLE IN THE TIMING COVER CAUSING ENGINE SHUT OFF, OIL LEAK EVERYWHERE ON PASSENGER SIDE AND METAL IN THE OIL. LUCKILY I WAS IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THIS HAPPENED","quote_3_odi":"11456059","quote_3_text":"1. Timing Chain failure. Yes it is available for inspection. 2. Vehicle will shut down and stop while being driven","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2015-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11115194","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2015 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT FAILED TO ENGAGE AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF A FORD F-150. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11100122","quote_2_text":"MY BRAKES SUDDENLY WENT OUT WHILE PULLING INTO MY DRIVE WAY ON MY 3 YEAR OLD CAR. THERE WAS NO WARNING LIGHT, AND THE BREAK FLUID IS GOOD","quote_3_odi":"11230617","quote_3_text":"WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION TO TURN LEFT, ALTHOUGH I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR WASN'T SLOWING, SPEED WAS THE SAME. WHEN I BEGAN TO TURN THE WHEEL, THE STEERING WHEEL KEPT JERKING RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2015-cvt-jerk-limp-mode","label":"CVT jerking and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11352006","quote_1_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION GETS STUCK. HAPPENS MOSTLY IN TRAFFIC. RPMS GET STUCK AT 5000, CAR DOES NOT WANNA DRIVE. ENGINE HAS TO BE SHUT OFF AND THEN TURNED BACK ON","quote_2_odi":"11255902","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 NISSAN JUKE (70+ MPH) ON THE HIGHWAY THE CVT STYLE TRANSMISSION STARTED ACTING STRANGE. IT WOULD REV UP AND BOTTOM OUT CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO JERK/LURCH A LOT. AT JUST UNDER 90,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11318309","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STARTED JERKING AND THE RPM GAUGE WAS MOVING UP AND DOWN WHILE IN MOTION. I HAD TO KEEP BREAKING AND PUSHING THE GAS AS IT WOULD ACCELERATE ON IT'S OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2015-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Unexpected stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11269003","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, THE CAR SLOWS DOWN AND WILL NOT ACCELERATE. IF I PRESS THE GAS TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF ON COMING TRAFFIC THE CAR SKIPS AND DOES NOT GO OVER 40 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10759111","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK, JERKED, AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10811995","quote_3_text":"JUST PULLED OUT FROM A STOP AT AN INTERSECTION, VEHICLE MADE A \"CLUNK\" SOUND AND THE ENGINE AND ALL ELECTRICAL QUIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2015-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11499953","quote_1_text":"My sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving 25 mph and no other cars around me. This seems to be a regular problem known to Nissan but Nissan will take no responsibility for THEIR defective product. $2000 for Nissan to replace","quote_2_odi":"11057916","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. I OPENED THE DOOR TO MY CAR AND STARTED THE CAR, TO WARM THE CAR UP, I GOT OUT OF THE CAR AND I CLOSED THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR. HEARD A CRASH OF GLASS A AND TURNED TO FIND THE SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD ON MY 2015 NISSAN JUKE","quote_3_odi":"11385211","quote_3_text":"SATURDAY 12/26/20 DRIVING SOUTH ON FM-1314 AROUND 5PM AT 60MPH, I HEARD LIKE A GUNSHOT FOLLOWED BY BROKEN GLASS, I LOOK EVERYWHERE AROUND THINKING SOMEONE SHOT AT ME OR OTHER CARS BEHIND ME AND NOTICED NOTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2015-turbo-engine-failure","label":"Turbocharger and engine failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11082120","quote_1_text":"TURBO AND ENGINE FAILURE IN LESS THAN 300 MILES OF REPLACEMENT AND DEALER WON'T REPAIR AGAIN. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11064671","quote_2_text":"ON 10/01/2015 MY 2015 NISSAN JUKE WAS AT NISSAN OF FIFE WASHINGTON WITH 50 MILES ON IT AND IT NEED A BATTERY AND ALSO A RECIRCULATION VALVE TO BE REPLACED THE CAR WOULD NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN PROBLEM AFTER PROBLEM THE TURBO WENT OUT","quote_3_odi":"11210404","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING HOME AND MY SPEEDOMETER BEGAN TO ACT WEIRD AND RAISE AND LOWER AT A 45 MPH SPEED. THEN IT MADE A WEIRD SOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2016-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbags deploying unexpectedly or failing to activate","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11083920","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING IN THE A HIGHWAY, WHEN I WAS INVOLVE IN A CHAIN COLLISION. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF HER. I HIT THE BREAKS, BUT I HIT THE CAR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT ACTIVATE, EVEN WHEN THE CAR DAMAGE WAS SUBSTANCIAL","quote_2_odi":"11287957","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING HOME AROUND 6AM AFTER A RAINY NIGHT WHEN I TOOK A TURN AND THE FRONT TIRES LOST TRACTION RESULTING IN THE FRONT RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE STRIKING A CURB. THE CAR WAS ONLY GOING ABOUT 15 MPH WHEN THIS OCCURRED AND THERE IS MINIMAL DAMAGE HOWEVER THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2016-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal failing to respond","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11130359","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN JUKE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES MADE AN ABNORMAL SCREECHING AND GRINDING NOISE. ADDITIONALLY, WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND AND TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE","quote_2_odi":"11588221","quote_2_text":"The brakes in my car failed to work, leaving me swirling around on the highway. Yes it is available for inspection. I was a car accident that left me with a concussion and minor injuries. No the car is now totaled. The vehicle did receive an appraisal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Juke","model_slug":"juke","cluster_id":"juke-2016-transmission-no-acceleration","label":"Transmission failure preventing acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11172507","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN JUKE. WHILE DRIVING, THE RPMS INCREASED; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 40 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NISSAN OF STATEN ISLAND (1976 HYLAN BLVD, STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306, (718) 447-3800) TO BE DIAGNOSED, BUT","quote_2_odi":"11102696","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE 2016 NISSAN JUKE SL AWD WHICH BEGAN DAY AFTER I BOUGHT IT. I DESCRIBED THIS TO DEALER AS \"CAR REVS BUT NO ACCELERATION. INITIALLY IT WOULD HAPPEN AFTER DRIVING ON HIGHWAY FOR ABOUT 1-1.5 HOURS. NOW IT BEGINS WITHIN THE 10 MILES IT TAKES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/juke","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2018-engine-stall-airflow-sensor","label":"Engine stall and power loss from airflow sensor code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11729769","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly stalled and lost motive power, with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure reoccurred","quote_2_odi":"11670107","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the road like normal and suddenly I got a front collision warning on the dash, the car wouldn’t accelerate and lost all power. Check engine light also came on with code reading P0101","quote_3_odi":"11675888","quote_3_text":"Frequently we get error P0101 and the car loses power. It says \"Mass or Volume Air Flow, A Circuit Range/Poerformance error. For us that means the car loses power, limps along or jerks suddenly and the lights flash, this can happen at any time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2018-forward-collision-aeb-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and AEB false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11703524","quote_1_text":"For over a year, I have experienced repeated failures of the front radar system, specially during rain or wet weather, when it rains the vehicle displays multiple warning such as: \"Front radar unavailable\" \"automatic emergency braking unavailable\" \"Front sensor malfunction\"","quote_2_odi":"11268816","quote_2_text":"THE NISSAN EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM IS GIVING OUT FALSE WARNINGS. THE SYSTEM ON MY CAR HAS GIVEN ME HUNDREDS OF FALSE READINGS AND WARNINGS WHILE IN MOTION, MOSTLY ON HIGHWAYS AND EXPRESSWAYS. NISSAN REFUSES TO SAY THEY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THIS","quote_3_odi":"11492536","quote_3_text":"Malfunction to the automatic emergency brake, yes available for inspection. Have had that sensor replaced twice and on the the last time was never called to see if the part came in so I'm still have the malfunction. The car brakes without warning, may cause an accident while on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2019-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module and actuator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11704675","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and the dealer determined that the ABS module needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11631964","quote_2_text":"The ABS control Module is working intermittently. Nissan states that they have a problem with this so much that there is a backorder on the item. The replacement cost from the manufacturer is between $1500 and $2000","quote_3_odi":"11621122","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the ABS warning light illuminated. The contact drove the vehicle to the local dealer to be diagnosed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11672333","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated while reversing, the back over protection camera system displayed a black screen. The dealer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance","quote_2_odi":"11340068","quote_2_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA IS VERY HARD TO SEE IN DAYLIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11353395","quote_3_text":"REAR VIEW CAMERA ADJUSTMENT COULD AFFECT IMAGE VISIBILITY. A LETTER WAS RECEIVED, INDICATING THAT THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2019-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front and rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11746933","quote_1_text":"The front driver’s side coil spring broke. The front passenger side was showing signs of premature wear. Nissan does not just sell the coil spring, so a strut assembly had to be purchased for both sides. This was a very expensive repair","quote_2_odi":"11709288","quote_2_text":"Left rear coil spring is broken","quote_3_odi":"11602892","quote_3_text":"Broken front springs. Yes, it is available for inspection. Possible front tire failure, due to rupture of tire by broken spring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2019-cvt-judder-slip","label":"CVT transmission judder, slip, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11576847","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission in my Kicks slips every time I try to accelerate. It will also stall out from time to time, lose power and die. I've had this happen on an interstate before, almost causing a serious wreck","quote_2_odi":"11458805","quote_2_text":"The transmission in this car is a CVT and it pulls very bad and there is times that it smells like rubber is burning under the car people safety is put at risk because it could start a fire under there","quote_3_odi":"11580497","quote_3_text":"When I try to accelerate after a red light, I feel a bang from my car, later the car don't move to any direction, engine still running. It have to be towed to repair shop. The diagnostic was catastrophic failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2019-maf-sensor-stall","label":"MAF sensor fault triggering engine stall and warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11739866","quote_1_text":"CEL on, code PO101 indicates MAF sensor is faulty with related ABS, FCW, and slippery road lights illuminating when braking on a curve or at a stop sign. Car often loses power and need to be turned off to reset and become driveable again","quote_2_odi":"11745726","quote_2_text":"Frequently and randomly I get errors on my dash for the front collision sensor and slippery roads warning. This seems to occur for no reason as all while I am driving. When this happens my RPM's drop and my car will stall at red lights or stop signs","quote_3_odi":"11456707","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) and Radar System is faulty which makes the vehicle suddenly brakes on it's own. My daughter reported that the alert light began coming on about a week ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11579376","quote_1_text":"A Nissan Rouge hit my car took off the entire front of the car and the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11478748","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH while making a turn, a second speeding vehicle crashed into the front drivers side of the vehicle causing significant damage to the front driver side","quote_3_odi":"11470890","quote_3_text":"SIDE IMPACTED BY 52 YEAR OLD JEEP. BOTH DRIVER SIDE DOORS CAVED IN, WINDOWS SHATTERED, AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping, shuddering, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749724","quote_1_text":"CVT issues-car is sputtering and gears slipping. Vehicle has 148,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11609921","quote_2_text":"Transmission is defective by design. Fails in an unsafe manner which leaves the vehicle in a fully driving state throwing no error codes. The car however with randomly loose traction and slip while driving at roughly 40 mph","quote_3_odi":"11561839","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed before the car reaching 15,000 miles. The car dealership replaced the transmission after two week in the shop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-electrical-warning-lights","label":"Electrical system malfunction with multiple warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11742524","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's ABS Actuator (47660-5RW0D) failed and was replaced. Given the mileage was only 32,827, the component failed prematurely and was nowhere near the end of its lifetime expectancy","quote_2_odi":"11704300","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, several unknown warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a failed electronic control module","quote_3_odi":"11585641","quote_3_text":"While driving all the lights come on with a warning that states \"malfunction see owners manual\" dealership said it needed a battery, replaced the battery and all the lights continues to come on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-engine-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11318985","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2020 NISSAN KICKS WITH 11 MILES ON 1/1/20. THE CAR BEGAN SHAKING AND STALLING WHEN STOPPED IN TRAFFIC, AND AT LIGHTS ON 1/10/20, WITH 250 MILES ON THE ODOMETER","quote_2_odi":"11398972","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEEPS SHUTTING OFF WHILE DRIVING, EVEN ON MAJOR HIGHWAY. VENT CONTROL VALVE WAS STUCK OPEN HAD TO BE REPLACED; CORROSION ON A CONNECTOR TO THE WIRING HARNESS HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11434454","quote_3_text":"Car will shut off on its own when sitting at a red light will get a message showing the word MALFUNCTION, will restart after several attempts of pressing the start button","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and braking activate without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11676533","quote_1_text":"Collision warning came on auto brakes for a second. Then light stayed on. Took to Dealership and was told Collision camera was out of alignment due to brackets moved or bent","quote_2_odi":"11492426","quote_2_text":"I have 2 issues. 1. The forward collision light has come on for no apparent reason. This has happened 4 times in the last 2-3 months. The car doesn't do anything with this issue other then the warning indicator","quote_3_odi":"11462426","quote_3_text":"For over a year now the forward collision warning light just flashes at random times as I am going down the road (I've taken numerous photos). I've taken it to Downtown Nashville Nissan to have it fixed (under warranty) and they say it has to be flashing when I bring it in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"nissan-kicks-2020-maf-sensor-warning-cascade","label":"Mass air flow sensor code triggering warning-light cascade","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11750491","quote_1_text":"Check engine light appears on and throws code p0101, mass air flow sensor. Have changed mass air flow sensor twice, had code cleared at mechanic. Drive 5 miles and BAM check engine light appears","quote_2_odi":"11704269","quote_2_text":"The sensor lights constantly come on and then the engine light comes on. When I got the engine light read, it says I need a new mass airflow sensor. I have replaced this sensor 3 times now and the air filter, the same issue is occurring over and over again","quote_3_odi":"11669149","quote_3_text":"1. MAF Sensor replaced 3 times within a few months of replacing each time. (took it to the Nissan Dealership multiple times and all they do is replace it without further diagnosing as to why) 2. Replaced the Transmission in March 2025 (Nissan wanted to charge me ($8300.00)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12-02 → 2026-06-13","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11516133","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was stopped got rear ended going 55mph. My car was totaled. The airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11748928","quote_2_text":"I was involved in a pile up on the highway, upon impact, my seatbelt and my daughter’s seat belt popped off. My sons however, remained intact. The air bags did not go off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-cvt-loss-of-power","label":"CVT transmission loss of drive and acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-05-19 → 2026-07-25","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11752854","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission is slipping and losing acceleration while driving, overheating and smelling really bad like burnt rubber, the oil is black and smells burnt, its currently at 52,100 miles and I sent it up to Chuck Colvin Nissan and they did not fix my car, they drove it back…","quote_2_odi":"11698119","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH, there was a loud boom coming from the engine compartment with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the traffic light turned red, and the contact stopped the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system faults and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12-23 → 2026-02-23","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11719792","quote_1_text":"I have been having to constantly replace key fobe batteries since I bought it in May of 2025 needing jumps although auto zone said it shows no issues with battery ? Often no key detection I just changed the batteries at dealership but everyday just about I need a jump it’s…","quote_2_odi":"11666215","quote_2_text":"my radio has not work since 08/2023, due to electrical and wiring issues EMC Unit EMC Bracket ,  I purchase the car in [XXX], my  payoff balance is $22,000  please HELP car battery is draining almost everyday because of these electrical issues every six months Im replacing…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false warnings and unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-10-06 → 2026-03-19","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11513645","quote_1_text":"Driving approximately 40mph with no one in front, sides, rear and car suddenly braked without warning for no reason. Glad no car behind could have caused accident","quote_2_odi":"11500904","quote_2_text":"While I’m driving, usually while I’m on the freeway, my 2021 Nissan Kicks will think I’m about to get into a head on collision and try to brake for me. I get warnings that come onto my dash and my emergency brake light will come on. This happens about 2-3 times a week and seems…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-hood-latch-flyup","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-02 → 2026-06-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741518","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while her boyfriend was driving approximately 35 MPH, the hood unexpectedly flew open, hit and cracked the windshield. The driver was able to pull over to the side of the road and pushed down the hood. The driver continued driving. The vehicle was taken to an…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-infotainment-failure","label":"Infotainment unit failure and audio distortion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06-11 → 2026-02-01","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703815","quote_1_text":"TSB NTB22-028 and NTB23‑018, March 2023  clearly a defect pattern in the infotainment system. Audio distorts and navigation screens freezes which could result in an accident.   I contacted Nissan consumer affairs case # XXX. It was escalated to an area manager who recommended I…","quote_2_odi":"11666215","quote_2_text":"I’ve been going in the dealership a lot regarding this car  since I’ve purchase the car  On 10/09 I was charged 165.00 to get diagnosed test done on car  After diagnosed Service informed me  to get electrical intake valve  and EMC Unit, EMC Bracket and Audio unit replaced from…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2021-paint-chipping-body","label":"Paint chipping and rusting on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2022-02-21 → 2026-02-03","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11453215","quote_1_text":"2021Nissan Kicks[XXX]Paint Chipping  -Fleet Unit - Paint chipping above upper crease of windshield of vehicle, some rusting present","quote_2_odi":"11715572","quote_2_text":"Rust is bubbling up from under the paint. I am told this is perforating rust that could easily spread to or originate from the frame of the vehicle. This could cause the entire structure to fail. Despite the 5 year, no mileage limitation warranty for perforating rust, Nissan has…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2022-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11509675","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle independently came to an abrupt stop, with the brake warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the roadway was clear, and there were no objects in the path of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11622835","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking warning light started to randomly flash while driving and would come on and off. I took the car into the dealership and they told me I had codes appearing that led them to look at my battery first. They said my battery was bad and replaced that","quote_3_odi":"11741873","quote_3_text":"Someone was on a handheld scooter on the sidewalk and when reaching the corner, turned right abruptly still remaining on the sidewalk. My car slammed on the brakes believing this person was entering the street or was already in the street?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2022-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of forward propulsion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11456982","quote_1_text":"I was driving home from picking it up at the dealership with only 14 miles on the odometer when I was stopped at a red light and the car shuddered and stalled. The battery and oil dash lights came on. I had to place the car into Park, turn it off, and turn it back on to get it…","quote_2_odi":"11595490","quote_2_text":"Driving down the highway when the car shut down in the middle of the freeway. I was able to get to the shoulder before the vehicle completely shut down and would not restart. I had it towed to a shop and upon further investigation the motor had blown up","quote_3_odi":"11652100","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was being depressed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer; where it was diagnosed; however, the failure was not replicated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2022-hood-latch-open-driving","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11670530","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his daughter was driving approximately 70 MPH, the hood inadvertently flew open, shattering the windshield. The vehicle was steered over to the side of the road and a rope was used to securely close the hood","quote_2_odi":"11595268","quote_2_text":"The hood flew open unexpectedly while driving on the highway causing significant damage.  No lights  or indicators appeared on dashboard.  Car has 9,000 miles and Nissan is currently doing an investigation with inspection on car June 20, 2024","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2022-powertrain-no-forward-movement","label":"Powertrain failure with loss of forward drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11721705","quote_1_text":"Vehicle will not go forward when accelerating, the vehicle does go in reverse.   It is available for inspection at Nissan Vacaville.   It is a safety risk as I was driving, it stalled in turning lane on street and wouldn't go. I had to have it put in neutral so I could get it to…","quote_2_odi":"11680853","quote_2_text":"I was driving, slowed down to stop at a red light. As I proceeded to stop the car made a noise like something was in front of me as I was driving too close. I made a grinding noise and would not go forward as I proceeded to go. I was in the street, had to put on emergency flasher","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2022-steering-wind-instability","label":"Steering instability in crosswind conditions","component_code":"STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11498776","quote_1_text":"Drove the car approximately 100 miles and while driving on the Interstate on the return trip there was a slight wind under 10 mph.  The vehicle was difficult to control as the slightest wind causes the vehicle steering to drift over and the steering is so temperamental that the…","quote_2_odi":"11524574","quote_2_text":"Not sure what causes this failure in the Kicks but if there is any wind at all when driving over 45 mph and/or traveling on a Highway, Interstate the steering becomes super sloppy and the car is difficult to control and maintain lanes in moderate wind conditions","quote_3_odi":"11555948","quote_3_text":"It ran great but when driving on the Interstate when a slight crosswind kicked up the vehicle steering was almost unmanageable.  It was difficult keeping the vehicle on the road below the posted speed with only 5 -10 mile winds.  Tire inflation was proper and everything worked…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11554577","quote_1_text":"The AEB system activated without cause (phantom braking incident).  While driving on a neighborhood street (25-30 mph), the car seized up, came to a near complete stop, and a red (outline) and white (background) triangle containing a bold red exclamation mark appeared on the dash","quote_2_odi":"11674299","quote_2_text":"The emergency braking systems will randomly brake without anything in front of the car. When backing into a parking spot, if the car senses a parking block it will emergency brake. When driving, there has been a person walking on a sidewalk, not in the road or crossing the road…","quote_3_odi":"11636756","quote_3_text":"I was driving 55 mph where my car applied the automatic emergency feature and suddenly started breaking without reason. I was not able to accelerate due to the malfunction of the car breaking on its own and when the car reached about 30 mph that’s when i was able to accelerate…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743307","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while stopped at light, the vehicle did not accelerate and lost power. The vehicle was towed to a friend's residence. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the CVT transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified…","quote_2_odi":"11680327","quote_2_text":"While driving uphill and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle decelerated and lost motive power. The failure became a persistent failure. The contact stated that on one occasion, while driving at an undisclosed speed, while the transmission was shifting from 1st to 2nd gear, a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-electrical-no-start","label":"Intermittent no-start and electrical system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704047","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the engine failed to turn over. The contact had to wait for 20 minutes to an hour before being able to start the vehicle. The failure was intermittent. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken…","quote_2_odi":"11582132","quote_2_text":"I was driving and the battery light came on again, after 5 minutes the acceleration stopped working  as I turned into the subdivision. The vehicle was going 5mph, I was able to make to a relatives house. Once I pull in the driveway, all of the indicator lights came on and a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-engine-stall-stop","label":"Engine stall at stop lights and loss of acceleration","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572787","quote_1_text":"I was sitting at a light during rush hour with my kids. The light turned green, but nothing happened when I pushed the car accelerator. I put my flashers on and tried not to panic. I put the car in park, turned it off, then turned it back on. The car worked properly and I was…","quote_2_odi":"11543318","quote_2_text":"While driving at about 25mph, the engine suddenly shut off without any warning.  After the engine shut off the collision warning, battery and oil light indicators came on.  The car remained in drive and started to roll backwards.  When pressing the engine start button, nothing…","quote_3_odi":"11555057","quote_3_text":"Stalled problem on traffic light. It's hapen 2 times.  First time 2 weeks ago, do not remember date. Second time its hapen 11.10.2023. On red light my car is stalled. Than I turn my flashers, alredy was green light. People start go around my car. Restart my car and drive my car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725483","quote_1_text":"Back window shattered spontaneously without notice","quote_2_odi":"11713289","quote_2_text":"WHILE COMING FROM THE GROCERY STORE TO MY APARTMENT I HEARD A LOUD POP AND I SAW THRU MY MIRROR THAT MY REAR WINDOW WAS SHATTERED.  I. STOP ON THE NEXT BLOCK AND PARK TO SEE IF SOMEONE OR SOMETHING HIT MY WINDOW BUT NOTHING... I NOTICED ON THE SIDE OF THE SORROUNDI WINDOW THE…","quote_3_odi":"11713664","quote_3_text":"Back glass was shattered with no visible impact. Back glass was replaced by Safelite","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2023-side-camera-failure","label":"Driver-side blind spot camera signal loss","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743070","quote_1_text":"The driver side (left) camera seems to be partially out (gets a faint signal in sunlight, fully out at night) and it is unclear how well the saftey features work as a result","quote_2_odi":"11682783","quote_2_text":"there is now a second instance of one of the side cameras going out.  The first one happened at roughly ~20k miles, and now the other side at ~36k miles.  This is dangerous since these cameras feed into the lane keeping and blind spot systems, as well as the parking system","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2024-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594677","quote_1_text":"Problem with Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB). I'm driving on a road with 2 lanes in my direction at about 35 mph. Approached a curve that makes a slight left turn in the road. There happens to be a bicyclist on the curve","quote_2_odi":"11665776","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while his daughter was driving 50-55 MPH and merging to the right lane, the vehicle continued pulling to the right, unintendedly even though the driver had straightened the steering wheel to drive straight","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2024-brake-actuator-failure","label":"Rear brake actuator and pedal response failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744136","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the ABS warning light was intermittently illuminated. While driving 45 MPH, the vehicle failed to stop as intended while depressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11727671","quote_2_text":"12/10/2024 brake warning light was on. Took to dealership and they found the left rear C1BDA-13 actuator malfunction, caliper parking brake motor to have open connection internally. Replaced on 12/13/24 along with gasket brake hose","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2024-engine-power-loss-noise","label":"Engine power loss and abnormal idle noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616762","quote_1_text":"I took my 2024 Nissan Kicks SV to the dealership with approximately 2000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11727902","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact pulled over and turned off and restarted the vehicle but was unable to shift to drive(D)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Kicks","model_slug":"kicks","cluster_id":"kicks-2024-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755250","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Kicks. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the defogger was activated, and the rear glass fractured. The contact stated that the sound was like a loud gunshot","quote_2_odi":"11712193","quote_2_text":"I was driving to work around 3:15 am on 1/20/26 when my back windshield exploded! There was no warning. I did have my defrost on. I thought someone had shot or thrown something at my car","quote_3_odi":"11700078","quote_3_text":"My Nissan Kicks SV was sitting in my carport, with no temperature extremes and no weather when the back windshield exploded. I called the College Station Texas Nissan dealership and they said that my warranty did not cover the exploded windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/kicks","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-battery-capacity-loss","label":"Traction battery capacity loss over time","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2012-08 to 2020-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10469923","quote_1_text":"BATTERY CAPACITY HAS DECREASED OVER 15%, IN JUST 7200 MILES. PLEASE INVESTIGATE DEFECT IN NISSAN LEAF BATTERY. PLEASE HAVE NISSAN INSTITUTE RECALL FOR DEFECTIVE BATTERIES IN 2011/2012 NISSAN LEAF VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10469729","quote_2_text":"MY NISSAN LEAF HAS EXPERIENCED A 1 CAPACITY BAR LOSS FOR IT'S LITHIUM-ION BATTERY, REDUCING THE AMOUNT OF AVAILABLE MILES TO DRIVE. I BELIEVE THAT THIS IS PREMATURE AND THAT THIS IS IN RELATION TO LIVING IN A HOT WEATHER CLIMATE AREA (SUMMER MONTHS)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-brake-grab-low-speed","label":"Regenerative brake grab and release at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2011-07 to 2024-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10437414","quote_1_text":"WHILE BRAKING LIGHTLY AND NOT SUDDEN TO TURN INTO A SHOPPING CENTER, THE LEAF APPLIED FULL BRAKES AND DID NOT RELEASE THE BRAKES UNTIL THE CAR WAS GOING ABOUT 10 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10819773","quote_2_text":"BRAKES DID NOT WORK AFTER ENGAGING DRIVE FROM STATIONARY POSITION. AFTER A FEW MOMENTS, NORMAL BRAKE ACTIVITY RESUMED. BELIEVED TO BE RELATED TO DEPLETED 12 V BATTERY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-ocs-airbag-disable","label":"Occupant classification sensor disables passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2015-10 to 2025-04","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11528019","quote_1_text":"My airbag sensor light went off for no reason. I took it into the dealership and was told that it would cost $3,700 to get it repaired/replaced since the seat needs to be removed","quote_2_odi":"11101830","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG SEAT PRESSURE SENSOR FAIL. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF LIGHT ILLUMINATE WHEN FRONT PASSENGER OCCUPIED THE SEAT ALSO FLASHING AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASH BOARD. ERROR CODE B1018. DEALER WANTS WHOLE SEAT REPLACEMENT COST $3000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-range-display-inaccurate","label":"Range display overstates remaining charge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-09 to 2019-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10594664","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS DIGITAL DISPLAY THAT INDICATES HOW MANY MILES OF TRAVEL REMAIN IN THE BATTERY. METER READS AT LEAST TWICE AS HIGH AS MILES ACTUALLY DELIVERED. COULD CAUSE UNAWARE DRIVE TO RUN OUT OF CHARGE AND STOP IN TRAFFIC LANES","quote_2_odi":"10476674","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE BATTERY AND RAPID RANGE CAPACITY BARS DISAPPEARED, MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO DECIPHER HOW MUCH FURTHER THE VEHICLE COULD ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-shifter-neutral-rollaway","label":"Shifts to neutral instead of park at startup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 to 2015-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10472378","quote_1_text":"I HAVE RUN INTO WHAT I BELIEVE IS A SMALL DESIGN FLAW. WHILE USER ERROR IS CLEARLY INVOLVED, A SIMPLE SOFTWARE FIX COULD PREVENT THIS FROM HAPPENING","quote_2_odi":"10722066","quote_2_text":"MY CAR REQUIRES ME TO WAIT AFTER PUSHING THE START BUTTON BEFORE I CAN SHIFT INTO DRIVE OR REVERSE. IF I DO NOT WAIT, THEN THE CAR SKIPS D OR R AND SHIFTS INTO THE NEUTRAL EVEN WHEN I SELECT THE GEAR SHIFTER TO R OR D","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-speed-control-unresponsive","label":"Vehicle speed control unresponsive to pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 to 2023-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11532380","quote_1_text":"Vehicle doesn't slow down when taking foot of the acceleration pedal. Same both power settings. It will continue to move at slow speed on level ground. It behaves as though the minimum pedal.motor speed is too fast. My concern.is that it might get very fast without any pedal","quote_2_odi":"11413725","quote_2_text":"WHEN I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP ON A CITY STREET TO TURN LEFT ON MY WAY HOME THE ENGINE LOST POWER EVEN AS I PUSHED THE ACCELERATED PEDAL MORE TILL THE CAR ALMOST STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE TURN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2011-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-07 to 2017-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10981559","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN CHARGED THE ENTIRE NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10464541","quote_2_text":"ABOUT A MONTH AND A HALF AGO, I PURCHASED A 2011 NISSAN LEAF FROM MY LOCAL DEALER. EVERYTHING WAS GOING GREAT UNTIL ABOUT A MONTH AGO WHEN I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AROUND 20 MPH OR SO WHEN THE POWER SUDDENLY SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-a-pillar-blind-spot","label":"A-pillar blind spot obstructing forward visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10875872","quote_1_text":"NHTSA MUST PASS REGULATIONS REQUIRING VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS TO DRASTICALLY IMPROVE A-PILLAR OBSCURATION ANGLE! THIS IS A SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT OF MANY MODERN VEHICLES THAT MUST HAVE BEEN A FACTOR IN MANY ACCIDENTS","quote_2_odi":"10705901","quote_2_text":"SERIOUS SAFETY DEFECT IN MANY MODERN CARS - HUGE WINDOW PILLAR BLOCKAGE!!! I AM A RETIRED ENGINEER AFTER ALMOST 34 YEARS OF FEDERAL SERVICE FOR THE US ARMY MOSTLY AT FORT MONMOUTH NJ","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-accelerator-pedal-stuck","label":"Accelerator pedal sticking or unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11430524","quote_1_text":"multiple times when I have been driving, the accelerator pedal has stayed in the depressed position when I remove my foot from the pedal after going up to about 35 MPH When I brake, the accelerator pedal stays in the depressed position","quote_2_odi":"10508602","quote_2_text":"DRIVER AND DRIVER'S YOUNG CHILD WERE IN VEHICLE. THE DRIVER WAS APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION AND SLIGHTLY INCREASED SPEED TO CROSS INTERSECTION. ACCELERATOR PEDAL DROPPED TO THE FLOOR, RESULTING IN SHARP ACCELERATION AT FULL POWER TOWARDS THE NEXT INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"10468947","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT WAS PARKING THE VEHICLE WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND CRASHED INTO A BUSH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11514951","quote_1_text":"The passenger occupancy sensor has failed and as a result the passenger airbag is now permanently off, as indicated on the console. The dashboard airbag and general error lights are now constantly flashing as well","quote_2_odi":"11193091","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR (OCS) HAS FAILED. ONLY REPAIR OFFERED BY NISSAN IS TO REPLACE THE ENTIRE CUSHION SEAT ASSEMBLY, WHICH INCLUDES A SIDE AIRBAG AND SEAT HEATER, FOR OVER $4000 - THIS IS APPROXIMATELY THE VALUE OF THE CAR ON THE USED MARKET!","quote_3_odi":"11282156","quote_3_text":"WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES (CONTINUOUSLY FLASHING) AND CONTINUES TO FLASH WHILE DRIVING. ON 11/22/2019 THE NISSAN DEALER REPORTED THAT THE SEAT OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION MODULE HAS FAILED AND IS REPORTING A TROUBLE CODE B1018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-battery-charge-range","label":"Battery charge indicator and range depletion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10663841","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 NISSAN LEAF HAS A BATTERY CHARGE INDICATOR ON THE DASH THAT DOES NOT TRULY REFLECT HOW MUCH ACTUAL DRIVING RANGE MILEAGE IS LEFT. IN FACT, IT IS SO FAULTY THAT IT IS REFERRED TO ONLINE AS THE GOM OR GUESS-O-METER","quote_2_odi":"11267582","quote_2_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT THIS CAR IT HAS NEVER GOTTEN A FULL CHARGE. EVEN WHEN I TURN OFF ALL THE TIMERS AND CHARGE FOR 2 DAYS I CAN ONLY GO 50 MILES TOPS AND THE POWER BATTERY BAR ONLY GOES TO 5 BARS","quote_3_odi":"11351811","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ELECTRIC BATTERY WAS UNABLE TO BE RECHARGED, MAKING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake lockup or failure to release during hard braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10980862","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 NISSAN LEAF. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AS EXPECTED. THE CONTACT FULLY DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE ABS FAILED TO ACTIVATE AND THE VEHICLE STILL FAILED TO SLOW DOWN AS","quote_2_odi":"10522239","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME BEGAN A FAST REDUCTION IN SPEED. I RAPIDLY APPLIED MY BRAKES TO THE POINT OF FULL STOPPING POWER. SHORTLY AFTERWARD I RELEASED THE BRAKE AS I WAS CONFIDENT I WOULD NOT HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"10766695","quote_3_text":"THE CAR CONTINUES TO BRAKE EVEN AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL IS NO LONGER PRESSED. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE ABS KICKS IN. I HAD TO SLAM ON THE BRAKES AFTER SOMEONE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2012-low-speed-brake-grab","label":"Brake grab and pulsation at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11454699","quote_1_text":"When applying the brakes at low speed the brakes grab suddenly causing the car to lurch to a stop. The problem is intermittent, and therefore difficult to predict, but occurs frequently","quote_2_odi":"11430817","quote_2_text":"As I am approaching a stop, and the car is under ~15mph, and I touch the brakes, the will grab strongly and slam the car to a stop; people in the car lurch forward, and the driver behind me is surprised by the sudden stop and has to slam on their brakes","quote_3_odi":"11150737","quote_3_text":"BRAKES GRAB AND LURCH THE CAR TO A STOP. THIS OCCURS ESPECIALLY AT LOW SPEEDS IN STOP-AND-GO TRAFFIC AND THUS IS DANGEROUS. A DRIVER FOLLOWING CLOSE BEHIND WILL BE SURPRISED BY THE VERY RAPID DECELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2013-12v-battery-charging","label":"12-volt battery drain and charging system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11557774","quote_1_text":"The car suddenly lost power during freeway driving. The brake system appeared compromised. Turning off 12v accessories - which includes safety critical functions such as the defrost blower - was necessary to restore functionality. This is caused by a defective DC-DC converter","quote_2_odi":"10586254","quote_2_text":"THE 12V BATTERY IN MY LEAF GOES COMPLETELY DEAD ONCE A WEEK. THE DOORS WONT EVEN OPEN WITH THE REMOTE. I HAVE TO JUMP THE CAR AND THEN PLUG IT IN TO MY 220V CHARGER AT HOME. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN THE LAST MONTH","quote_3_odi":"10520480","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IS UNABLE TO HAVE CONTINUING CHARGE SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY LEAVING ME UNABLE TO DRIVE SOMETIMES DUE NOT BE FULLY CHARGED WHEN YOU EXPECT TO BE CHARGED AND HAVING PROBLEMS ON DIFFERENT CHARGING STATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2013-airbag-ocs-fault","label":"Airbag warning light from occupant classification sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11518675","quote_1_text":"SRS Airbag light has been flashing for about a year. Code reader shows B00A0 0009 code indicating a problem with the OCS / Occupancy sensor. I believe this puts all passengers in the front seat at risk since the airbag may not operate in an accident","quote_2_odi":"11343249","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS COME ON AND DEALER SAYS IT IS A CONTROL MODULE OR THE AIRBAG IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THEY REFUSE TO REPAIR AND I HAVE READ WHERE THIS PROBLEM IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE","quote_3_odi":"10610991","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG RANDOMLY TURNS OFF, WHILE SOMEONE IS SITTING IN IT. I'VE TAKEN THIS TO THE DEALER 4 TIMES NOW AND STILL HAVE THE ISSUES. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2013-brake-failure","label":"Sudden loss of braking force while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11635731","quote_1_text":"On 3 occasions the brakes have randomly failed when traveling. In 2 cases, stopping ability was non-existent except for the use of the parking brake. In the other case, stopping was significantly decreased","quote_2_odi":"11523410","quote_2_text":"I was driving and wanted to slow the vehicle to turn on a side street. I pressed the brake and nothing happened. The vehicle did not slow down at all. I pushed harder, still nothing. The brakes completely failed to work","quote_3_odi":"10758790","quote_3_text":"THE ISSUE: FROM PARKED AND POWERED OFF I APPLY THE FOOT BRAKE AND POWER ON - PUT IN GEAR (FORWARD OR REVERSE) AND GO - APPLY BRAKES AND THERE ISN'T ANY (AS IN NONE) - PANIC - PUSH PEDAL HARDER WHILE PANICKING - PEDAL RAPIDLY PULSES AS IT SINKS SEVERAL INCHES TO THE FLOOR BOARDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10734251","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A CINDER-BLOCK WALL. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED","quote_2_odi":"10705011","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT THEN COASTED OVER TO THE EMERGENCY LANE AND OBSERVED THE FLOORMATS WERE NOT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE AND THERE WERE NO WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11010132","quote_3_text":"CAR ACCELERATES ON IT OWN THIS AFTERNOON IN BOTH FORWARD AND REVERSE. HAD TO CONSTANTLY USE BRAKES TO CONTROL IT TO BRING IT BACK TO THE DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2013-wiper-visibility","label":"Windshield wiper and washer spray malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11268245","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER JUST SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING AT 40,000 MILES, THE DRIVER SIDE WORKS FINE","quote_2_odi":"11160643","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT WINDSHIELD WIPER JUST STOPPED WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10534176","quote_3_text":"WASHER FLUID NOZZLES SPRAY AIMED TOO LOW. CANNOT CLEAN WINDSHIELD EFFECTIVELY. ONLY THE LOWER PORTION OF WINDSHIELD IS SPRAY LEAVING THE MIDDLE TO TOP PORTION NOT CLEAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2014-brake-failure","label":"Sudden loss of braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11516767","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was reversing from the garage, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately. Additionally, several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11442276","quote_2_text":"Brake Failure - ABS noise, there is zero brake action. Pedal goes all the way to the floor and nothing happens. Car makes an ABS noise but there is zero brake action","quote_3_odi":"11003810","quote_3_text":"BACKING OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES FAILED AND I WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE AS IT ROLLED INTO THE STREET. BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND LOUD NOISES WERE HEARD FROM INSIDE THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2014-fire-while-charging","label":"Vehicle fire while charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11080704","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 7, 2018, NISSAN LEAF CAUGHT FIRE WHILE CHARGING AT 3003 SUMMIT BLVD PARKING DECK P4, ATLANTA, GA 30068","quote_2_odi":"11071887","quote_2_text":"I WAS READING A RECENT ARTICLE REGARDING A NISSAN LEAF AND A FIRE. WE JUST HAD THE SAME THING HAPPEN AT OUR FACILITY, 3003 SUMMIT BLVD. ATLANTA GA 30319","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Front passenger air bag status sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10723424","quote_1_text":"THERE IS AN AIR BAG LIGHT THAT ILLUMINATES WHEN THERE IS WEIGHT ON THE PASSENGER SEAT BUT THE AIR BAG WILL NOT BE DEPLOYED, MAYBE BECAUSE THE VEHICLE THINKS THERE IS A DOG, SMALL CHILD, OR INANIMATE OBJECT SITTING IN THE SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10625998","quote_2_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF LIGHT COMES ON EVEN WITH A 150LB PASSENGER SITTING IN THE SEAT. THIS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10606550","quote_3_text":"TWO PASSENGERS, ONE IN DRIVER'S SEAT, ONE IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WHO WEIGHS APPROXIMATELY 140 LBS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11456836","quote_1_text":"The power steering has intermittently been de-activating. There is a warning light that comes on (yellow triangle with an exclamation mark)","quote_2_odi":"10593665","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 22 MPH HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AS IT VEERED TO THE RIGHT WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT THEN CRASHED INTO A POLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2014-visibility-system","label":"Windshield wiper and defroster malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10928931","quote_1_text":"MY NISSAN LEAF HAS HAD MAJOR ISSUES WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR. IF THERE IS ANY AMOUNT OF ACCUMULATED SNOW, EVEN A SMALL AMOUNT, AN AMOUNT ON OTHER CARS I HAVE DRIVEN DOES NOT STOP THE WIPERS OR BREAK THE WIPER'S MOTOR","quote_2_odi":"10944366","quote_2_text":"WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE DEFROSTER DID NOT GENERATE AN ADEQUATE AMOUNT OF HEAT TO DEFROST THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"10862272","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DEACTIVATION INDICATOR KEEPS GOING ON SIGNIFYING AIR BAG IS NOT FUNCTIONAL EVEN THOUGH THERE IS AN ADULT SEATING THERE","quote_2_odi":"10716504","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIR BAG TURNS ON AT RANDOM TIMES WHEN A PASSENGER (OVER 140 POUNDS) IS IN THE SEAT. THIS HAPPENS RANDOMLY, BUT CONSISTENTLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-brake-loss-while-driving","label":"Loss of braking while driving with ABS warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11703566","quote_1_text":"While driving normally, yellow brake warning lights came on but I arrived home without incident. Next time I drove, the warning lights were all off, but suddenly the brakes failed almost completely","quote_2_odi":"11675807","quote_2_text":"My Intelligent Brake Unit failed. I was slowing down at a major intersection to stop. The ABS system activated and the brakes did not respond appropriately. The pedal went soft. Multiple lights on the dashboard lit up","quote_3_odi":"11624638","quote_3_text":"Driving normally when the brake light, abs light, and traction control light came on.Brakes were unresponsiveness unless brake pedal was fully depressed causing a the ABS brakes to engage. This caused difficulty stopping and was required to use parking brake to slow down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-cold-weather-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11493573","quote_1_text":"On Monday, 11/14/2022, while driving at 25 mph in approximately 28 degree temperatures, the brakes completely failed on my 2015 Nissan Leaf and the parking brake light, ABS light and traction control warning light suddenly illuminated on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11455211","quote_2_text":"On Feb. 16, in about 25 degrees F, my wife pressed the brake pedal and the car did not react at all. She then jammed the brake pedal to the floor and it seemed that the anti-lock brakes stopped the car","quote_3_odi":"11171295","quote_3_text":"THE BRAKES STOPPED WORKING THIS MORNING WHEN THE TEMPERATURE REACHED 0F. PULLING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT ON LOW SPEED I SAW THE \"BRAKE\" AND \"ABS\" WARNING ICON ON THE DASHBOARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-motive-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11495515","quote_1_text":"The car stopped responding to accelerator pedal and eventually stopped in the middle of the road just before a hill. Haven't noticed any error messages and instrument panels seemed normal","quote_2_odi":"11321156","quote_2_text":"CAR GOES INTO TURTLE MODE, LOSING ALL POWER. HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES, EACH TIME HAS BEEN COMING OFF A HIGHWAY OR HEADING UP A STEEP HILL AND THEN TRAVELING AT LOW SPEEDS. WHEN CAR IS TURNED OFF AND ON, CODES RESET","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-startup-brake-rollaway","label":"Brake non-engagement at startup with vehicle rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11528177","quote_1_text":"Upon starting the car and putting the vehicle into Reverse or Drive, the brakes fail to work and must be compressed completely to the floor to stop the vehicle. A pulsing sound is heard from the brake system in the engine compartment","quote_2_odi":"11416400","quote_2_text":"CAR STARTED AS NORMAL IN THE MORNING. AS SOON AS I PLACED THE CAR IN REVERSE, THE CAR STARTED MOVING EVEN THOUGH I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AND THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ENGAGED. I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND THEN THE CAR CAME TO A HALT","quote_3_odi":"11296868","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS POWERED ON, THE BRAKES DO NOT ENGAGE; THE CAR LUNGES FORWARD OR BACKWARD AS IF IN GEAR, DESPITE CONSTANT PRESSURE ON THE BRAKES. THE ONLY WAY TO STOP THE SUDDEN MOVEMENT IS BY THROWING THE CAR INTO PARK AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and stuck accelerator pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11499319","quote_1_text":"I was driving with one passenger going at very low speed. I began to turn into parking area and suddenly the car accelerated at an alarming speed. I applied total pressure on the brake to no avail, it did not override the acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11343036","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS ACCELERATING TO 60MPH FROM A STOP LIGHT ON US 287 AND ISABELLE ROAD IN BOULDER COUNTY, COLORADO, THE CAR CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE UNCONTROLLED TO OVER 70. ACCELERATOR PEDAL SEEMED TO NOT WORK AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11612465","quote_3_text":"Unintended Acceleration: Vehicle continue to accelerate even after the gas pedal is released or not slow down as expected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2016-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Air bag recall repair delayed by parts shortage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10904540","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_2_odi":"10888766","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN LEAF. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2016-battery-capacity-degradation","label":"Traction battery capacity degradation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11047839","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DEGRADATION OCCURRING MUCH QUICKER THAN REASONABLY EXPECTED. DETAILS FOLLOW. CAR PURCHASED IN JUNE 2016. AFTER DRIVING A TOTAL OF 6,150 MILES UNDER CONDITIONS OF MODERATE TEMPERATURE, CONSERVATIVE DRIVING (NOT EXCEEDING 65 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY, USING ECO MODE AS","quote_2_odi":"11042126","quote_2_text":"MY BATTERY LOST 2 OF MY 12 RANGE BARS AND NISSAN DOES NOT SEE ANY OF THIS AS AN ISSUE, OCTOBER 06, 2016 - 110 MILE RANGE MARCH 04, 2017 - AUGUST 28, 2017 - 76 MILE RANGE ' 1 BAR LOSS OCTOBER 23, 2017 - 65 - 72 MILE RANGE ' 2 BAR LOSS I CAN NO LONGER MAKE MY COMMUTE AFTER 1 YEAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2016-brake-failure-at-speed","label":"Service brake failure requiring emergency stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11578967","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The brake pedal had to be pushed to the floor to activate the service brakes. The vehicle was taken","quote_2_odi":"11389581","quote_2_text":"THE NISSAN LEAF WAS BEING DRIVEN ON A 35 MPH ROAD IN A HILLY AREA. WHILE GOING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH ON A DOWNHILL CURVE COMING UP TO A RED LIGHT THE DRIVER APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THEY DID NOT ENGAGE WITH NORMAL PRESSURE. THE DRIVER THEN PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDDLE ALL THE WAY DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11097873","quote_3_text":"I HAD A BRAKE FAILURE AT POWER ON ISSUE ON MY 2016 NISSAN LEAF SL. NOTHING ON THE DASH ALERTED ME. THE BRAKES DID WORK, BUT IT SEEMED LIKE NO VACUUM ASSIST, SO HAD TO PRESS REALLY HARD. TOWED TO A DEALER. REPLACED THE 12V BATTERY. VERY SCARY, I ROLLED OUT INTO AN INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2016-sudden-power-loss-neutral","label":"Sudden loss of drive power, shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11505289","quote_1_text":"Car shifted into neutral at highway speeds and would not go back into drive on 3 separate occasions over the past 6 days. Car is an EV and there was no warning and the battery SOC was 50% or more on all occasions. Can can be shifted from neutral to park only, not drive or","quote_2_odi":"11511218","quote_2_text":"On March 8, 2023, my 2016 NISSAN LEAF main EV battery failed at 75% charge power going up an incline on the freeway. The car shut down in the center lane with no warning at 60mph and could not be moved or shifted to be driven off the freeway. The car is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11011092","quote_3_text":"TRACTION MOTOR INVERTER FAILURE ON 2016 NISSAN LEAF. WHEN THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED, I WAS NOT ABLE TO CHARGE OR START THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-aeb-malfunction","label":"Automatic emergency braking system malfunctions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11603813","quote_1_text":"Twice now - both times on the South Bound Richmond Bridge, the Automatic Emergency Braking lights came on and slammed on my brakes for me, as if I was about to crash when I was going 65 mils per hour, no one in front or behind me and no traffic, accident or reason. I almost lost","quote_2_odi":"11103747","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING FORWARD, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY, UNEXPECTEDLY AND VIOLENTLY APPLIES THE BRAKES WITHOUT ANY DRIVER INPUT WHATSOEVER! THERE ARE NO OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS IN THE VICINITY AT THE TIME. THIS SUDDEN BRAKING PROBLEM BEGAN ON OR ABOUT 5/15/18 AND HAPPENED ON SEVERAL","quote_3_odi":"11447574","quote_3_text":"AEB system malfunction around 25000 miles. Dealer diagnose as the front radar failed and cause the cruise control not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-body-structure","label":"Door and body structure defects","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11702794","quote_1_text":"Vehicle failed inspection due to a rusted out front subframe which seems premature for a 7 year old vehicle with 27,599 miles on it. According to local mechanic, they've seen this issue with many Nissan Leaf models. This is a critical piece of the vehicle hence it failing","quote_2_odi":"11389170","quote_2_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR STARTED SAGGING AGAIN, SAME ISSUE AS PREVIOUSLY REPORTED UNDER # 11308649. TAKEN TO THE DEALER TODAY, THEY ADJUSTED THE \"DOOR STRIKER\". AS REPORTER PREVIOUSLY, THERE MAYBE A STRUCTURAL ISSUE WITH THE DOOR STRIKER BEING TOO FRAGILE OR TOO THIN","quote_3_odi":"11308649","quote_3_text":"ON FRIDAY, 02/07/2020, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR NO LONGER CLOSED CORRECTLY ON THIS CAR. THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO A NISSAN DEALER WHERE AN \"ADJUSTMENT\" WAS MADE. LATER THAT DAY, THE DOOR WOULD NO LONGER CLOSE AGAIN. ON MONDAY, 02/10/2020 THE CAR WAS TAKEN TO A NISSAN DEALER, AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-brake-power-loss","label":"Loss of brake pedal power or response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11754400","quote_1_text":"vehicle brakes went out on the driver during normal operation","quote_2_odi":"11635657","quote_2_text":"Car was descending towards Kailua on the [XXX] on Oahu, HI. Dash lit up with warnings and acceleration and brake pedals stopped working. Brake pedal went to the floor with erratic pulsing sensation and very little brake power. Driver drove car into jersey wall to slow and stop","quote_3_odi":"11092600","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED MODERATELY AT AROUND 40MPH TO SLOW DOWN, AND IF A WHEEL GO ON TOP OF SOME BUMPS OR POT HOLES, CAR SEEMS TO LOOSE BRAKING POWER, BRAKE PADEL DROP ABOUT 1 INCH, HAVE TO PEDAL HARD TO GET THE BRAKES BACK. AT ONE TIME I SAW A MESSAGE ON DASHBOARD \"NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-ev-power-loss","label":"Loss of drive power from traction battery faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11706074","quote_1_text":"I was traveling north on Freeway 57 at approximately 70mph. The dash lit up red with 12v and charging warnings. Power was shut off and car went into Neutral and warned me to pull over. This is an incredibly busy freeway and I was in the far left lane. I barely made it to the","quote_2_odi":"11644634","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that after his wife had parked in a parking garage, the vehicle was restarted and driven in 17-degree Fahrenheit weather when the vehicle lost motive power. The \"Service EV System, No Power\" message was displayed. The","quote_3_odi":"11580112","quote_3_text":"I was driving at 65 MPH on the freeway and the car was acting/driving normally. Without any warning at all, many lights appeared on the dashboard at the same time that the car placed itself into neutral and lost all power to drive. My speed was reduced so quickly without any","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-occupant-sensor","label":"Seat belt and airbag occupant-sensor false warnings","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11665950","quote_1_text":"After four years of owning this vehicle purchased new, the passenger side seatbelt warning light came on the dash. It indicated the seatbelt was not buckled while no one was sitting in the passenger seat. When buckled the light went out. Brought it to the attention of Nissan","quote_2_odi":"11579992","quote_2_text":"Front passenger seat occupancy sensor has failed resulting in an illuminated seat belt warning even when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. Workaround is either to clip the seatbelt in all the time or put a black piece of tape over the warning light. Either workaround","quote_3_odi":"11475265","quote_3_text":"There is a faulty passenger airbag sensor. I see that this has been an issue in the past for older Nissan models. The dealer has inspected it and confirmed the problem. If there is no passenger in the front seat, the supplemental airbag warning light and the front passenger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-steering-wheel-trim","label":"Steering wheel trim causing hand lacerations","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11521565","quote_1_text":"Plastic/metal from steering wheel become dislodged/detached/warped, caused major laceration to my right ring finger when making left turn 5/6/23 4PM. Went to urgent care as a result, had to get tetanus shot","quote_2_odi":"11436355","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel paint chipping causes multiple lacerations on finger during turn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during e-pedal or cruise control use","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11661349","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was slowly pulling into my driveway, took my foot off the accelerator and turned the steering wheel slightly to the right as the driveway is L shaped. Suddenly, the car sped up towards the garage door. I looked down quickly to see if I’d somehow pressed the","quote_2_odi":"11602871","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated while driving on several occasions at various speeds with the cruise control activated, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle lunged forward. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V494000","quote_3_odi":"11525019","quote_3_text":"I was stopped at a light, in a long line of cars, my foot on the brake, a few feet away from the car in front of me, and the same in back. All of a sudden, the car started moving, accelerating, jerking forward. I was shocked, pushed down on the brake, nothing happened. starting","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2018-wiper-linkage","label":"Windshield wiper linkage failure in cold or wet weather","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11741152","quote_1_text":"Fail component: mechanical linkage (transmission rod) between the motor and the wiper arms. The ball pops out of the socket resulting in the wipers not working despite motor running. This happened with full speed wipers running. I repaired it, and two weeks later it disconnected","quote_2_odi":"11706140","quote_2_text":"The front windshield wipers on this car fail in light ice or snow. They've broken every winter I've owned this car (four years). This results in me driving around without front windshield wipers until I can get it fixed, watching the weather forecast and hoping I don't get","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2019-battery-inoperable","label":"High-voltage battery failure, unable to charge or start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757052","quote_1_text":"The vehicle failed on XXX (\"Service EV System / Unable to restart\") and was towed to ABC Nissan, [XXX], where it has remained since (18 days as of this filing)","quote_2_odi":"11756040","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Nissan Leaf is currently grounded at Dublin Nissan with leaking battery cells caused by thermal distress from open Safety Recall R24B2","quote_3_odi":"11660890","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle had failed to charge. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the battery module had failed and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2019-battery-power-loss","label":"Battery charge collapse and turtle mode while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732974","quote_1_text":"While traveling at normal highway speeds (55 MPH), the vehicle's battery capacity rapidly dropped from 80-90% down to 10% in less than 30 seconds, resulting in activation of the vehicle's \"turtle mode\" and power throttling, which made it impossible to maintain","quote_2_odi":"11629497","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has developed fluctuating range estimates when going up steep grades on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11687138","quote_3_text":"Took to dealership because charge went from 70 to 20% in like 2 miles and then to turtle mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2019-brake-loss-warning","label":"Loss of braking effectiveness with dashboard warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732838","quote_1_text":"I was driving on city streets at 25 mph or less, using the Nissan Leaf e-pedal system (which automatically slows the car to a stop when you let off the accellerator), when an alert flashed up on my dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11617533","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions, the brakes have failed completely without any warning while driving. A warning light appeared, stating \"T/M System Malfunction Warning - See Dealer,\" but by that time, the brakes had already stopped working","quote_3_odi":"11652665","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into the rear of the vehicle ahead","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2019-l3-fastcharge-recall","label":"Level 3 DC fast-charging recall with no available remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":160,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":253,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737941","quote_1_text":"Nissan issued a recall notice well over a year ago about batteries catching fire when using the DC fast charging port. They still have not offered a fix","quote_2_odi":"11734847","quote_2_text":"* NHTSA Recall Number: 24V-700 * Nissan Campaign Numbers: R24B2, P4A38, P5A22 * Defect: Excessive lithium deposits within battery cells, increasing electrical resistance and creating risk of rapid battery heating and fire during Level 3 quick charging","quote_3_odi":"11719254","quote_3_text":"Nissan has instructed us not to use fast charging. However, I do not have a home charger and do not have access to any other charging option besides fast charging. This leaves me in a very difficult position","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera image failure or dropout","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11367047","quote_1_text":"THE REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM THAT ACTIVATES WHEN THE CAR IS IN REVERSE IS SO BLURRY THAT IT IS IMPOSSIBLE TO DISTINGUISH OBJECTS. YOU CAN'T TELL IF THAT'S A BOX IN THE DRIVEWAY BEHIND YOUR CAR OR A BABY SEAT WITH A BABY IN IT","quote_2_odi":"11607327","quote_2_text":"Approximately 20% of the time this vehicle is driven, the backup camera displays BLANK. A short term remedy has been to put the vehicle back in Park, exit the vehicle and apply a firm \"smack\" near the backup camera located on the rear hatch using a closed fist","quote_3_odi":"11502632","quote_3_text":"The backup camera of my 2020 Nissan Leaf does not consistently work. Often, the screen is bright pink and does not show the view of behind the vehicle. Clearly, it is a safety issue to have a malfunctioning backup camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2020-battery-thermal-event","label":"High-voltage battery overheating and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11706392","quote_1_text":"On November 5, 2025 our 2020 Nissan LEAF (42,701 miles) experienced rapid loss of battery capacity under normal driving/temperatures (80F.) Vehicle defaulted to \"turtle mode\" temporarily, an unsafe condition. Were able to replicate condition on subsequent days","quote_2_odi":"11675642","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Leaf. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed after previously recharging the main battery, the message \"EV System Error\" and \"Unable to Restart\" was displayed on the instrument panel","quote_3_odi":"11698235","quote_3_text":"Complete battery failure at 35,000 miles. Dealer confirmed. Unable to drive car. At least two months or more before battery can be replaced. Nissan refuses to provide loaner car or rental car. Still making momently payments on a car I can't drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2020-fca-system-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11487085","quote_1_text":"On my way back up (incline), the AEB unexpectedly activated with red buttons flashing about three times with sound (as if I was about to crash into something) and then the car abruptly stopped. I stepped on the accelerator to try and go and it would not budge","quote_2_odi":"11395644","quote_2_text":"\"AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM FAILED TO ENGAGE\" ON A OFFRAMP LANE FROM FREEWAY 5 SOUTHBOUND TO CROWN VALLEY PARKWAY OFF RAMP WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 25MPH I REAR ENDED A VEHICLE THAT WAS AT DEAD STOP AND THAT VEHICLE REAR ENDED A SECOND VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11561110","quote_3_text":"About 3 months ago, I took this car in after receiving a recall notice for unexpected acceleration while on adaptive cruise control even though this was an issue I had never experienced before","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"nissan-leaf-2020-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Unavailable remedy for DC fast-charging battery recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":115,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11745152","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Nissan Leaf affected by recall 24V-700 (Nissan R24B2). The recall opened in September 2024 because the high-voltage battery can overheat and catch fire during Level 3 fast charging. Owners were told not to use fast charging until a remedy is available","quote_2_odi":"11688364","quote_2_text":"I am submitting this complaint due to Nissan's lack of action on a critical safety recall that has remained open without a remedy for over a year (NHTSA Recall Number 24V-700 / Nissan Recall Number R24B2)","quote_3_odi":"11745851","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Leaf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V700000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the local dealer stated that the part for the recall repair was not available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2021-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash events","component_code":"AIR BAGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04-01 → 2022-04-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11459274","quote_1_text":"9.3.2021 Freeway comes to a complete stop. Front end collision into vehicle in front at an angle to avoid full collision and into the barrier on Passenger side. NO AIRBAGS deployed!  Police Report Filed","quote_2_odi":"11459264","quote_2_text":"This vehicle failed to have airbags deployed in this accident on 3.23.2022, as photographs that are larger than 10MB will upload, but the Estimate did upload.  BUT the car was spun nearly if not fully 360 after hit by a truck in a lane change of a blind spot","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2021-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear backup camera display failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-10-28 → 2025-10-15","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11545635","quote_1_text":"Back up camera failure, image is either: distorted; pink; blank; or scrolling. This is the 2nd occurrence after failing in December 2022. Original fix was to replace the wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11557148","quote_2_text":"When placing the vehicle in reverse, the display screen shows either a distorted view or no view at all, or a solid pink color across the screen. This result in zero visibility out the rear of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11693725","quote_3_text":"After the dealership has checked the rear view camera after manufacturer recall R23D7, the camera image is sometimes not displayed.  Sometimes it helps to open and close the rear tailgate to reactivate the display of the rear view camera","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2021-defroster-heater-cold-weather","label":"Defroster and heater inoperability in cold weather","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04-03 → 2025-11-15","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11699598","quote_1_text":"The dealership without our knowledge or approval did an update on our car last November that makes the heater and more importantly defroster not work when it's colder than about 17F degrees outside.  This causes the vehicle to fog up all over including the windshield making it…","quote_2_odi":"11515167","quote_2_text":"The resolution for recall 22V-048 provided by Nissan is unacceptable.  In order how to properly run the defroster for conditions you have refer to manual or supplement manual.  I would expect just turn on defrost and not worry if it going to work in the weather condition I am…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2021-hv-battery-recall-25v655-fire-risk","label":"HV battery recall 25V655 fire risk during DC fast charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-09-02 → 2026-07-26","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11752892","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle was affected by recall 25V655 for defective battery. The vehicle was serviced at the Nissan dealer and the software update to resolve the recall was applied. Yesterday the vehicle spontaneously combusted during DC fast charging despite the software update","quote_2_odi":"11705179","quote_2_text":"*While at the dealership after they spent the day trying to recreate what happened they parked it and planned to try again the next day, then someone walked by and saw smoke coming from the car and called 911. They called it a thermal runaway and it burned for hours","quote_3_odi":"11727594","quote_3_text":"The vehicle is a documented fire risk. Per Recall 25V655, internal lithium deposits create resistance that leads to thermal incidents. Because my battery already shows terminal degradation (40.07% Hx and 3.18V sag), the risk of a fire during charging or operation is imminent","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2021-recall-25v655-no-remedy-loss-of-use","label":"Recall 25V655 remedy delay and DC fast charging loss of use","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-11-04 → 2026-06-22","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11745738","quote_1_text":"Recall for FAST CHARGE LEVEL 3 CHADEMO has been issued for over 6 months. I am advised not to fast charge due to risk of devastating fire. Very dangerous to continue to use this car in an urban setting. Buyback was denied and told to wait for a fix. No fix yet!","quote_2_odi":"11709534","quote_2_text":"I was advised that a corrective update or repair would be available and, based on that representation, scheduled a service appointment with an authorized Nissan dealer on December 29, 2025. At that appointment, I was informed that no fix currently exists and that the restriction…","quote_3_odi":"11697337","quote_3_text":"I can’t charge the car. I live in a city without a garage. I 100% need level 3 ChadEMO charging to use this car. Please pressure the automaker to fix it or buy back the vehicle as I cannot use the car. This is unacceptable from Nissan. Lemon!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2022-hv-battery-propulsion-loss-turtle-mode","label":"High-voltage battery voltage sag and propulsion loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09-26 → 2026-06-17","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744732","quote_1_text":"2022 Nissan Leaf 40 kWh (VIN: [XXX], ~41,570 miles) lost motive power at highway speed on [XXX]. Vehicle entered turtle mode and shifted into neutral while traveling on the freeway, requiring me to coast to an off-ramp (I was completely unable to use the accelerator nor move the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Leaf","model_slug":"leaf","cluster_id":"leaf-2022-recall-25v655-dc-fast-charge-restriction","label":"Recall 25V655 Level 3 DC fast-charging restriction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2025-10-24 → 2026-08-05","source_complaint_count":89,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737228","quote_1_text":"The high-voltage battery on my 2022 Nissan Leaf is subject to Recall 25V655. The recall notice states that the battery cells can develop excessive lithium deposits, which increases electrical resistance and can cause rapid battery heating during Level 3 fast charging. Nissan…","quote_2_odi":"11748775","quote_2_text":"After having the recall (Recall 25V655) remedy applied to my car, it will not restart after charging. I charged it once after receiving it back (the dealership had not fully charged it during the recall work - it was returned at 76%). And it immediately started throwing errors…","quote_3_odi":"11726816","quote_3_text":"Due to Recall 25V-655, I am unable to safely use level 3 charging.  The first notice I received of this issue (in October, 2025), stated that a remedy would be available by December, 2025.  I just received a second interim owner notification that states a remedy will be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/leaf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-abs-sensor-brake-failure","label":"ABS sensor and brake system failure from corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10970047","quote_1_text":"BRAKE ABS SYSTEM FAILURE. SUBFRAME RUST BREAKS THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AND RENDERS THE ABS BRAKE, TRACTION CONTROL, AND VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL SYSTEMS INOPERABLE","quote_2_odi":"10979060","quote_2_text":"PRIOR OWNER REPORTED ISSUES WITH ABS REAR SENSOR, AND HAVING TO DISCONNECT FUSE","quote_3_odi":"10664929","quote_3_text":"THE ABS SYSTEM IS DEFECTIVE BASED UPON NISSAN MANUFACTURERS BULLETIN REGARDING MAXIMA'S YEARS 2004, 2005, 2006","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11104685","quote_1_text":"I AM A FORENSIC CONSULTANT THAT HAS EXAMINED THE SUBJECT VEHICLE WHICH WAS INVOLVED IN A SERIOUS FRONTAL COLLISION WITH AN APPROXIMATE 32 MPH LONGITUDINAL DELTA V","quote_2_odi":"11196528","quote_2_text":"INDICATOR LIGHT IN VEHICLE SAYS PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10597725","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR ILLUMINATED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-electrical-fire-fuse-box","label":"Electrical fire from fuse box or seat wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11323773","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE SITTING IN THE VEHICLE, THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT BEGAN SMOKING WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11132286","quote_2_text":"ABS AND BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON FLASHING PERIODICALLY OVER A WEEKS TIME, SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING, NEXT DAY THE PARKED CAR '5 HOURS COLD' CAUGHT ON FIRE AROUND FUSE BOX AREA EVERYTHING ELECTRICAL BURNED UP","quote_3_odi":"10668531","quote_3_text":"JUNE 10 , 2014 MY CAR WAS ON FIRE IN MY GARAGE WHILE I WAS SLEEPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10983134","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 80 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10969773","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11646032","quote_3_text":"While driving my car down the road the vehicle randomly shut off lost power and I had to quickly pull into a plaza but was almost hit, looking through many different Nissan forums a lot of mechanics and owners are saying","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-floorboard-subframe-rust","label":"Floorboard and subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10914171","quote_1_text":"PIECES STARTED FALLING OFF OF THE CAR. THE MECHANIC SAID THAT THE FLOORBOARD WAS RUSTED THROUGH AND THE ONLY THING BETWEEN MY FEET AND THE GROUND WAS THE CARPETING","quote_2_odi":"10703861","quote_2_text":"DRIVER FLOOR BOARD RUSTING OUT","quote_3_odi":"10551086","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THE FLOORBOARDS ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WERE COVERED WITH RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2005,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2005-transmission-slipping-shifting","label":"Transmission slipping, hard shifting, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":163,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":948,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11402506","quote_1_text":"I HAVE AN 05 NISSAN MAXIMA AND THE TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTING HARD AND ERRATICALLY","quote_2_odi":"10967400","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING HITTING INTO GEARS HARD","quote_3_odi":"10993038","quote_3_text":"SUDDEN TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 45,699 MILES ON MAXIMA 2005","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag sensor and deployment fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11524424","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the air bag sensor light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10701029","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG INDICATOR REMAINS ON WHEN ADULT (~110 LBS) IS PRESENT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"10894796","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK TWICE BY ANOTHER MOTORIST ON THE FRONT AND REAR ENDS. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11543366","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed","quote_2_odi":"11436958","quote_2_text":"CVT torque converter codes p0774 leading to total transmission replacement","quote_3_odi":"11234449","quote_3_text":"CAR TOTALLY SLOWED TO 25MPH ON HIGHWAY WHILE TAKING MY DAUGHTER TO COLLEGE ORIENTATION. COULD'VE KILLED MY WHOLE FAMILY OR SOMEONE ELSE. CVT TRANSMISSIONS IS A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard melting causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11513409","quote_1_text":"Dash becomes very sticky from sun and heat shining on it and produces a glare that causes blind spots and makes difficult to see out front window","quote_2_odi":"11397251","quote_2_text":"THE DASHBOARD IN MY 2010 NISSAN MAXIMA BEGAN TO MELT AND IS VERY STICKY TO THE TO TOUCH AND THE GLARE MAKE IT HARD TO DRIVE IF THE SUN IS SHINING ON THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"10896923","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD MELTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-escl-lock-failure","label":"Electronic steering column lock failure preventing start","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":117,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10938022","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WON'T START AT TIMES. HAS STRANDED MY WIFE MULTIPLE TIMES. EACH TIME REQUIRED A JUMP. THOUGHT WAS BATTERY, SO REPLACED. CONTINUED TO FAIL","quote_2_odi":"10935996","quote_2_text":"I'M THE SECOND OWNER & IT'S RUN FINE SINCE NOVEMBER 2011. YESTERDAY IT WOULDN'T START DUE TO THE FAULTY/BROKEN IGNITION SWITCH","quote_3_odi":"10667661","quote_3_text":"I WENT TO PICK MY CHILD UP FROM WORK AT 1130 PM CAME BACK OUT AND CAR WOULDN'T START. IT REPEAT SAID LOCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-strut-insulator-cracking","label":"Front strut insulator cracking","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11443685","quote_1_text":"Passenger side strut insulator is cracked","quote_2_odi":"11120969","quote_2_text":"STRUT INSULATOR ON PASENGER SIDE WAS CRACKED. I HAD IT REPLACED WITH NEW STRUT AND INSULATOR AND WAS IFORMED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10717115","quote_3_text":"I BEGAN NOTICING AN ODD NOISE IN THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TRAVELING OVER ROUGH ROADS, POTHOLES OR BUMPS. THE NOISE QUICKLY BECAME WORSE AND MORE METALLIC SOUNDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2010-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":275,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11353062","quote_1_text":"PANAROMIC SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON 395","quote_2_odi":"11102577","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED ON HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10901989","quote_3_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD FROM THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH ON A STATE HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2011-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11141395","quote_1_text":"ON MY WAY TO WORK AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY MY 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA ALL OF THE SUDDEN WOULD NO LONGER SPEED UP","quote_2_odi":"11341952","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, MY TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY STARTED SLIPPING OUT OF GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10993043","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY AND I WAS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE AND THE CAR DID NOT RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2011-dashboard-melting","label":"Dashboard surface melting and glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11463933","quote_1_text":"My dashboard has been melted for some time now and it’s a safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11097208","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD MELTED AND CAUSED A GLARE FROM THE SUN","quote_3_odi":"11047479","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE DASH COATING IS BREAKING DOWN BECOMING STICKY AND HIGHLY REFLECTIVE CAUSING SUNLIGHT TO REFLECT OFF DASH BOARD ONTO INSIDE OF FRONT WINDSHIELD MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE THROUGH WINDSHIELD WHEN DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2011-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11204364","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING OR AN IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"10819168","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK TONIGHT ON A REMOTE STRETCH OF HIGHWAY MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED OUT OF NOWHERE","quote_3_odi":"10614894","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY SUNDAY JULY 21ST AROUND 9:40AM MY MOON ROOF IMPLODED WHILE BEING CLOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-seat airbag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10920184","quote_1_text":"MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LIST HAS BEEN ON FOR A YEAR NOW","quote_2_odi":"10639681","quote_2_text":"FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SHUTS OFF AND THE STATUS LIGHT ILLUMINATES EVEN WHEN THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED BY AN ADULT","quote_3_odi":"10378691","quote_3_text":"NEW 2011 NISSAN MAXIMA. PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAGS SOMETIMES FAIL TO ACTIVATE AT ALL OR ACTIVATE ONLY AFTER DRIVING SEVERAL (12-15) MILES WITH A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2011-steering-lock-no-start","label":"Steering column lock preventing engine start","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10782581","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2011 MAXIMA AND MY FAMILY AND I KEEP GETTING STRANDED. I UNLOCK THE CAR AND THEN THE BREAK IS STIFF, STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED AND CAR WON'T START","quote_2_odi":"10934037","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND THE STEERING COLUMN LOCKED DUE TO A STEERING LOCK FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10556370","quote_3_text":"STEERING LOCKED..CAR WILL NOT START. I HAVE TO PAYING FOR GETTING THE CAR TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbags not deploying during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11111390","quote_1_text":"HAD A MINOR REAR END COLLISION. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. CAR ONLY HAS 74,000 MILES. THE AIR BAG LIGHT WAS ON AFTER CAR WAS REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10918882","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAGS FAILED TO OPEN IN A CAR ACCIDENT. THE FRONT BUMPER WAS SMASHED AND MY DAUGHTER COULD HAVE PREVENTED INJURIES IF THE AIRBAGS HAD OPEN","quote_3_odi":"10662228","quote_3_text":"LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE AND SPUN AROUND AND HIT THE FREEWAY CENTER DIVIDER DIRECTLY HEAD ON AT 60MPH WITHOUT ANY AIRBAGS DEPLOYING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-airbag-off-sensor","label":"Passenger-seat airbag-off warning with adult occupant","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10871832","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A NEW RECALL FOR AIRBAG SENSER MISINTERPRETING THE WEIGHT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IN MANY NISSAN MODELS. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE I BOUGHT MY CAR, MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL - BUT I HAVE HAD THE SAME ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10746207","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE INDICATES THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS ON WHEN SEAT IS VACANT; OFF WITH SEAT IS OCCUPIED. THE PROBLEM DOES NOT OCCUR EVERY TIME, BUT IS A FREQUENT PROBLEM. THE DEALER CLAIMS TO BE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM AND HAS DEEMED THE VEHICLE SAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11539116","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag failed to turn on while the front passenger's side seat was occupied. The contact stated that the failure recurred intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10954057","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILED AT 64,000 MILES AND STOPPED WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD, UNABLE TO ACCELERATE. I REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION AND IT FAILED AGAIN A SECOND TIME WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11423254","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was stationary at a traffic light while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle started to hesitate. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11104486","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED, REVVED, AND THE RPMS INCREASED. THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED SEVERAL TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator and keyless entry malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10825973","quote_1_text":"ALL 4 DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL AT THE SAME TIME. DOOR LOCK SWITCH AND REMOTE FAIL TO LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOORS AND THE ISSUE STARTED ON ALL 4 DOORS ON THE SAME DAY WITH NO REASON AS TO WHY","quote_2_odi":"10862459","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ENTER THE VEHICLE OR WHEN INSIDE THE VEHICLE, THE ' NO KEY' WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10703550","quote_3_text":"THE IGNITION LOCKS UP, STRANDING ME. THE PUSH BUTTON START WILL NOT ENGAGE THE STARTED, OR WILL OCCASIONALLY MAKE A CLICKING NOISE WITHOUT STARTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-driver-seat-rocking","label":"Driver seat rocking or loose seat frame","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10614703","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SEAT ROCKS SLIGHTLY ON TAKE OFF ACCELERATION OR SLOWING OF VEHICLE. HAS EXISTED SINCE CAR WAS NEW AND RECURS FREQUENTLY","quote_2_odi":"10679624","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT HAS A SLIGHT ROCK WHEN TAKING OFF AND BREAKING. I BOUGHT THE CAR USED BACK IN OCTOBER 2014 FROM A HONDA DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11123075","quote_3_text":"SEATS MOVE FORWARD AND BACK WHILE IN MOTION AND BRAKING. FEELS LIKE THE SEAT IS LOOSELY ATTACHED TO VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2012-power-steering-pump-failure","label":"Power steering pump failure causing loss of steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10564549","quote_1_text":"TOTAL AND ABRUPT FAILURE AND LOSS OF STEERING WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10562532","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON RT41 NEAR CHICAGO IN THE MIDDLE LANE AT 65MPH AND TRIED TO CHANGE THE LANE TO GET INTO LEFT LANE FROM MIDDLE LANE, RIGHT THEN WHEN I TURNED THE STEERING SLIGHT LEFT TO CHANGE LANE, IT FELT LIKE THE STEERING OF MY CAR GOT LOCKED","quote_3_odi":"11063108","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH AND MERGING INTO TRAFFIC, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2013-airbag-off-indicator","label":"Passenger airbag off indicator with adult occupant","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10864322","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON (WHICH MEANS THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY) WHEN MY SON (OVER 120 LBS) SITS IN PASSENGER SEAT. WHEN NO ONE IS IN THE SEAT OR JUST MY PURSE THE LIGHT STAYS OFF (MEANING IT WOULD DEPLOY)","quote_2_odi":"10692323","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG TURNS ON AND OFF WITH A PASSENGER (WEIGHING OVER 120 LBS.) SEATED WITH THE SEAT BELT FASTENED AND THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. THE AIRBAG SHOWS OFF AT TIMES WHEN THE VEHICLE IS FIRST STARTED IF THE PASSENGER IS ALREADY SEATED WITH THEIR SEATBELT FASTENED","quote_3_odi":"10532796","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DOES NOT ACTIVATE WITH MY WIFE IN THE SEAT. SHE IS WELL OVER THE 80 POUND LIMIT FOR ACTIVATION. SEAT WAS CHANGED BUT DID NOT CHANGE. DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT SAYS THERE IS NO FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2013-brake-failure","label":"Unexpected loss of braking function","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11160752","quote_1_text":"MY CAR ALL OF A SUDDEN STOPPED ON IT'S OWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY. I DIDN'T PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL OR ANYTHING. I HAD TO GET OUT OF MY CAR IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC & WAIT ON A TOW. THE MECHANIC SHOP SAID THAT IT WAS VERY DANGEROUS FOR THE CAR TO DO THAT","quote_2_odi":"11067229","quote_2_text":"IN DECEMBER OF 2016 I WAS DRIVING MY CAR OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THIS OCCURRED OVER THE COURSE OF 3 DAYS, AND I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE IT HAS A SERVICE HISTORY RECORD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11415064","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELING FROM HOUSTON, TX TO DALLAS, TX MIDDAY ON MAY 1, 2021. I WAS APPROXIMATELY 40 MILES OUTSIDE OF DALLAS ON I-45 TRAVELING 75 MPH WHEN I SUDDENLY FELT A SPUTTER AND THEN THE SPEED INSTANTLY DECREASED FROM 75 MPH TO 20 MPH ON A BUSY MAJOR INTERSTATE","quote_2_odi":"10983320","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY 91K MILES ON IT AND THE CVT TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED. VEHICLE HAS ONLY BEEN SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP AND NEVER RECEIVED ANY TYPE OF NOTIFICATION OF CHANGE OF FLUID LEVELS OR THE NEED TO ADD FLUIDS","quote_3_odi":"10970760","quote_3_text":"2013 NISSAN MAXIMA SAFETY ISSUE WITH THE CVT TRANSMISSION. IT WILL SHIFT INTO A LOWER GEAR ON THE HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH AND BRING THE RPMS UP TO 5000 OR GREATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2013-dim-headlights","label":"Dim low-beam headlights","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11527029","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving at night, the driver’s, and passenger's side headlights were very dim, failing to properly illuminate the roadway, causing a visibility hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11311632","quote_2_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHTS DO NOT REFLECT HARDLY ANY LIGHT ON THE ROAD AT NIGHT. IT IS DANGEROUS AS YOU CAN NOT SEE THE ROAD AT NIGHT. MY FOG LIGHTS GIVE OFF MORE LIGHT THEN MY LOW BEAMS","quote_3_odi":"11191065","quote_3_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM THEY CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"nissan-maxima-2013-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11065411","quote_1_text":"I WAS SITTING IN MY CAR MOTOR OFF DURING LUNCH. I HEARD A HUGE EXPLOSION LIKE A GUNSHOT AND I THOUGHT I GOT SHOT. I WAS SHOCKED AND STARTLED I RAN OUT OF THE CAR. I INSPECTED MYSELF AND I LOOKED AROUND AND I WALKED UP TO MY CAR AND NOTICED THAT MY SUNROOF WAS HEAVILY DAMAGED","quote_2_odi":"11046956","quote_2_text":"EXPLODING SUNROOF. WHILE DRIVING (ABOUT 65 MPH) ON INTERSTATE IN HOUSTON, SUNROOF/MOONROOF EXPLODED. 6:45AM ON FRIDAY NOV 17, 2017","quote_3_odi":"10876034","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO WORK. I TOOK AN EXIT RAMP TO GET ON THE BELTWAY, AS I WAS HEADING TO THE BELTWAY, I HEARD A LOUD \"POP\" SOUND, AND AS I SLOWED DOWN TO PULL OVER, THINKING IT WAS A TIRE BLOWING OUT, I COULD HEAR A NOISE AS IF SOMETHING WAS SLOWLY BREAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11468916","quote_1_text":"CVT transmission suddenly gets stuck on a lower \"gear\", often going from Drive to 2nd, while driving freeway speeds, causing the engine to rev to very high rpm's and the car to quickly loose power and slow down","quote_2_odi":"11420366","quote_2_text":"My cruise control stopped working. I took it to my Nissan dealer where I purchased the car. They advised me I needed a new transmission. However I had just put a new transmission in 3 years prior. I have never had this issue with any other vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11241131","quote_3_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED = CAR WAS DIAGNOSED AT 70,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2014-dim-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dimness","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11594656","quote_1_text":"The dim lights on the vehicle are very dim, the fog lights are brighter than the dim lights. I’ve replaced the bulbs and headlights and neither fixed the issue. You can barely see in front of the car with the dim lights. It’s very unsafe to drive at night","quote_2_odi":"11315425","quote_2_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ON MY 2014 NISSAN MAXIMA ARE SO DIM IT TRULY IS A SERIOUS SAFETY CONCERN. I LITERALLY CANNOT SEE 2 FEET IN FRONT OF MY CAR AT ANY SPEED. MY BLINKERS EMIT MORE LUMMIS THAN MY LOW BEAMS","quote_3_odi":"11170345","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY BOUGHT A USED 2014 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE SO DIM THAT THE CAR IS DANGEROUS TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM FOR THIS CAR; OPAQUE AND YELLOWING MATERIAL INSIDE THE SEALED HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2014-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11296832","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND HEARD A LOUD GUNSHOT SOUNDING NOISE. PULLED OVER WHEN IT WAS SAFE. I DISCOVERED THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. SAW A BIG HOLE IN THE SUNROOF WITH GLASS EVERYWHERE INCLUDING INSIDE THE SPACE BETWEEN THE SUNROOF AND THE ROOF OF THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10870531","quote_2_text":"I WAS SITTING IN MY CAR IN MY DRIVEWAY WHEN SUDDENLY MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE SUNROOF GLASS WAS CLOSED BUT THE ROOF WAS OPEN. MOST OF THE GLASS ENDED UP OUTSIDE THE CAR. IT WAS LIKE IT EXPLODED FROM THE INSIDE OUT. THE GLASS ON THE EDGES WAS BENT UPWARDS","quote_3_odi":"10914504","quote_3_text":"2014 NISSAN MAXIMA WITH 43000 MILES. SUNROOF EXPLODED TWICE WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70 MPH. ALMOST EXACT SAME OF HOLE LEFT IN ROOF. ONCE ON JULY 20TH 2016 AND ONCE ON AUGUST 15 2016 AFTER BEING REPLACED WITH OEM PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10650159","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT COMES SHOWING THAT NOBODY IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT WHEN IN FACT THERE IS SOMEBODY SITTING THERE. TO ME THIS MEANS THAT IF A CRASH OCCURRED WITH SOMEONE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND THE INDICATOR SHOWS NOBODY THERE, THE AIRBAG MAY NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11073844","quote_2_text":"THIS HAS HAPPENED ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS. WHEN DRIVING WITH MY WIFE (USUALLY MY ONLY ADULT PASSENGER) WE HAVE BOTH NOTICED THAT THE AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON, STATING THAT THE AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF. THIS SEEMS LIKE IT WOULD BE A DANGEROUS SITUATION IF WE GOT IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11691783","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The air bag located in the seat failed to activate as designed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2014-suspension-steering-failure","label":"Suspension and steering component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10615422","quote_1_text":"BRAND NEW LEASE, HAD VEHICLE 2 DAYS. DRIVING HOME FROM WORK, THANK GOD THERE WAS SLIGHT TRAFFIC CONGESTION. OUT OF NOWHERE THE CAR STARTED TO PULL TO THE LEFT, I COULD NOT GAIN CONTROL OF VEHICLE. THE CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED HARSH, AS IF I WERE STUCK ON SOMETHING","quote_2_odi":"11466439","quote_2_text":"Purchased in 2015 & driven less than 50,000 miles when a popping noise started during braking or traveling over bumps. Mechanic diagnosed & replaced the right lower control arm. Part should not have failed under low mileage conditions","quote_3_odi":"11184721","quote_3_text":"I WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT GOING BETWEEN 5-15MPH WHEN I HEARD A 1-2 SECOND DEEP SCREECHING NOISE FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. I HAD FULLY MADE MY STOP AT THE RED LIGHT, AND I NOTICED WHEN ACCELERATING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN THE STEERING HAD BECOME STIFF LIKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-abs-brake-recall","label":"ABS brake actuator failure and recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10950392","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING EAST ON 495 MARYLAND ABOUT 55 MPH. APPROACHING ANOTHER CAR AND PRESSED THE BREAKS TO STOP. MY CAR WOULD NOT STOP. PRESSED THE BREAKS AS HARD AS I COULD AND THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP. I CAUSED A THREE CAR ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11142696","quote_2_text":"THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE PUMP LEAKED BRAKE FLUID ONTO A CIRCUIT BOARD, CAUSING AN ELECTRICAL FIRE WHICH CAUSED MY CAR TO CATCH ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11372876","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11704034","quote_1_text":"The 2016 Nissan Maxima (VIN: [XXX] ) I purchased in January 2025 has been confirmed by a certified mechanic to have no driver airbag installed and no passenger side curtain airbag installed, despite a previous airbag deployment shown on the vehicle history report","quote_2_odi":"11156545","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL WAS BENT INWARD AND THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-cvt-loss-of-acceleration","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11483414","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned etc. -The Nissan CVT transmission that is used in all Nissan models and has a known history of premature failure","quote_2_odi":"11400377","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED A 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA AT 57,000. THE VEHICLE HAD UNDERGONE PROPER SERVICING AND WAS IN GREAT SHAPE. AT 62,000 MILES THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT DRIVE. WHILE HEADING HOME FROM WORK I FELT MY ENTIRE VEHICLE BEGIN TO SHAKE","quote_3_odi":"10906426","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE ENGINE INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and lens fogging","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11164978","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER HEADLAMP FAIL, TOOK TO NISSAN, THEY CLAIM THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN ONE FAIL","quote_2_odi":"11131032","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HEADLAMP FAILED ACCORDING TO THE NISSAN DEALER WE TOOK IT TO. THEY CLAIMED THEY HAVE NEVER SEEN ONE FAIL. NOW I'M FREAKED OUT TO DRIVE CAR THINKING ABOUT WHAT IF THE OTHER FAILS COMPLETELY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11646081","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH, the sunroof assembly completely separated from the vehicle, struck the front of the roof, struck the passenger's side of the vehicle, and flew underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10863699","quote_2_text":"I JUST MERGED ONTO THE HIGHWAY GOING I-55 SOUTH FROM COUNTYLINE RD, WHEN I HEARD A VERY LOUD NOISE SIMILAR TO A GUN SHOT IN CLOSE RANGE AND WAS LITERALLY FRIGHTENING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-suspension-control-arm","label":"Suspension control arm and sway bar failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11640789","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving 5 MPH and driving over a bump in the roadway, there was an abnormal squeaking sound coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11471172","quote_2_text":"I was driving at 25 MPH when I heard and felt a clunk. The car drove strangely and each small bump in the road was noisy. I pulled over and did not see anything obvious","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2016-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior trim and bumper clip detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11269992","quote_1_text":"THE BLACK PLASTIC PIECES THAT ATTACH ON THE SIDES OF THE LARGE FRONT WINDOW AND THE LARGE REAR WINDOW THEY COME OFF WITH EASE. MINE HAVE COME OFF THREE TIMES JUST SIMPLY DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11149885","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR WINDOW TRIM WAS SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-aeb-false-activation","label":"AEB false activation and radar obstruction warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11257548","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT RADAR SENSOR DEACTIVATES ON MANY DIFFERENT OCCASIONS NO MATTER WHAT THE WEATHER IS. IT STATES THAT IT IS UNAVAILABLE DUE TO RADAR OBSTRUCTION BUT THERE IS NOTHING BLOCKING THE RADAR. THE AEB WILL AUTOMATICALLY ENGAGE WITHOUT WARNING FOR NO REASON…","quote_2_odi":"11477584","quote_2_text":"Car will suddenly and dramatically decelerate creating loss of control and surprising drivers around me expecting me to continue in a clear lane sometimes nearly causing me to rear-ended Car will shut off this feature automatically at times…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11389638","quote_1_text":"A VEHICLE PULLED OUT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC AND WAS STRUCK MY VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE SUSTAINED FRONT-END DAMAGE THAT TOTALLED MY CAR OUT. MY AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY.","quote_2_odi":"11047998","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CROSSED IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11610971","quote_1_text":"Airbag warning light stays on at the dashboard. Passenger air bag light indicates airbag is off when someone is actually in the seat. This is incorrect.","quote_2_odi":"11678954","quote_2_text":"Air Bag sensor keeps turning on. After several resets, and it’s always a different airbag sensor that sets it off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-cvt-judder-acceleration-loss","label":"CVT judder and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11740833","quote_1_text":"My vehicle repeatedly loses acceleration/motive power while driving. When I press the accelerator, the pedal may go down but the vehicle does not respond normally and begins to decelerate unexpectedly. This can happen even at low speeds, including around 20 mph…","quote_2_odi":"11587972","quote_2_text":"The system that failed on my Maxima SL 2017 was the CVT transmission. It was diagnosed by Sutherlin Dealer Nissan on 4/3/24 with the code DTC P17F1 CVT Judder at the cost of $193.83. My safety & others were put at risk when my car STOP in the middle of an intersection…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-pillar-trim-detachment","label":"Pillar and quarter-panel molding detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11671780","quote_1_text":"The 2 A pillar molding in the front flew off while driving on the highway and the 2 rear pillar moldings in the back are loose. It is available for inspection. This is an EXTREME safety concern as I was going high speeds and part of my car detached…","quote_2_odi":"11387797","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE PILLAR MOLDING CONTINUES TO FLY OFF WHEN I AM DRIVING MY VEHICLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE SEPARATE TIMES. THE MOLDING HIT MY WINDSHIELD TWICE WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND ALMOST CAUSED ME TOO WRECK, AS WELL AS THE OTHER VEHICLES ON THE HIGHWAY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-rear-suspension-links","label":"Rear suspension link and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11518362","quote_1_text":"Driver side rear lower suspension broke while driving which caused a wheel misalignment and tire worn within few weeks. Nissan is not recalling any cars but instead they extended the warranty but only fixing the cars when the arms corrode…","quote_2_odi":"11097023","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS BECOMES UNSTABLE AND DIFFICULT TO CONTROL WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS, EVEN AT MODERATE SPEEDS (20+ MPH). WHEN GOING OVER BUMPS, THERE IS A LOUD THUMP / CLUNK / BANG FROM THE REAR SUSPENSION - AND THEN THE REAR OF THE CAR LOOSES TRACTION/STABILITY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2017-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11364737","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING THIS MORNING ON THE WAY TO WORK TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AROUND 5:43 AM; AND I HEARD A LOUD BANG SOUNDING LIKE A SHOTGUN. IT SCARED ME TO DEATH AS I SWERVED AND HEARD WIND NOISE AS IF MY WINDOWS WERE DOWN. AND ALSO COULD HEAR GLASS FALLING ONTO MY SUNROOF SHADE…","quote_2_odi":"11455719","quote_2_text":"I was driving home from Durango, CO when I hear a big bang, I pulled over to see that my panoramic sunroof exploded. There no debris that flew and hit my car, it just exploded for no reason at all…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2018-abs-actuator-leak-fire","label":"ABS actuator leak recall linked to fire or crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11716091","quote_1_text":"In June 2019, while driving my 2018 Nissan Maxima, the vehicle suffered a sudden and violent mechanical failure. Without warning, the steering wheel jerked forcefully to the side, and the vehicle became uncomtrollabel leading to an approx 100-foot spin across a median. ​I have","quote_2_odi":"11586726","quote_2_text":"The contact's son owned a 2018 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while the driver was driving 5 MPH, he noticed smoke coming from underneath the hood of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The driver was able to pull to the side of the road. The contact stated","quote_3_odi":"11291252","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS CAR FOR MAY WIFE AND LONG TRIPS. IT WAS RATED SATISFACTORY BY CONSUMERS REPORT. I RECEIVED A RECALL FROM NISSAN THAT THE CAR COULD LEAK BRAKE FLUID AND CATCH FIRE. THEY WILL NOT BE ABLE TO FIX IT UNTIL SUMMER OF 2020. IN THE MEAN TIME IF THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2018-cvt-judder-limp-mode","label":"CVT judders or triggers limp mode under load","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11731774","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this as a formal complaint regarding an ongoing and unresolved safety issue with my 2018 Nissan Maxima (VIN: [XXX] ). Despite multiple attempts to have this issue diagnosed and repaired, the problem continues without resolution. The issue occurs after driving for","quote_2_odi":"11483922","quote_2_text":"I having problems with the transmission in the vehicle. The vehicle shakes during acceleration, you can see the gages on the dashboard shaking. When accelerating, the Gears won’t shift properly with a smooth flow. You can notice this in the RPM also when accelerating. I took the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2018-front-radar-obstruction-false","label":"Front radar false-flags obstruction, disables collision aid","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11490826","quote_1_text":"Inappropriate function of the AEB system. Filed a prior complaint with you a couple of months ago about the cruise control sensor and the AEB. Cruise was fixed, but AEB keeps going off while using cruise inappropriately. Did not get fixed. Spent a lot of time working with Nissan","quote_2_odi":"11475900","quote_2_text":"I purchased this vehicle used a couple of months ago. The automatic emergency braking initiates inappropriately while using ICC, it brakes without obstruction. Also, the distance sensor isn't working properly according to the dealer. When I use ICC, and sometimes when I am not","quote_3_odi":"11256582","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM ERRONEOUSLY ACTIVATED ALTHOUGH NO OBJECTS WERE PRESENT IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NAPLETON NISSAN (10964 PAGE AVE, ST. LOUIS, MO) WHERE THE COLLISION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2018-panoramic-sunroof-explode","label":"Panoramic sunroof explodes while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11374191","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING TO WORK MY SUNROOF EXPLODED ON INTERSTATE SCARING ME.IT WAS A VERY LOUD NOISE. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE FOR ALL NISSAN OWNERS. WHEN BRINGING THE VEHICLE IN THEY STATED THAT THEY WERE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SUNROOF EXPLOSION. WHEN GOING ON LINE THIS LOOKS LIKE IS BEEN","quote_2_odi":"11326311","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY @ 70MPH ON HOT SUNNY HUMID DAY. AFTER RESEARCH IT APPEARS THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE FOR NISSAN SUNROOFS WITH NUMEROUS CLAIMS RESULTING IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT IN CALFORNIA. NISSAN HAS RESPONDED TO MY COMPLAINT","quote_3_odi":"11222054","quote_3_text":"I RENTED A NISSAN MAXIMA 2018 FOR A ROAD TRIP. UNFORTUNATELY, I DIDN'T HAVE THE RENTER CAR INSURANCE COVERAGE I DECIDED TO GO WITH MY INSURANCE. HOWEVER, I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE EXPRESS WAY AND I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WITH NO KNOWN EXPLANATION. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2020-automatic-braking-engages-without-cause","label":"Automatic emergency braking engages without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11351414","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, WHEN THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BEGAN FLASHING RED AND THE VEHICLE FORCEFULLY BRAKED INDEPENDENTLY. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES NEARBY AND A CRASH WAS AVOIDED. THE CONTACT STATED HE WAS ABLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11427755","quote_2_text":"While driving 2020 Nissan Maxima Sv the emergency park brake light up and rear brake light up and traction control light up on dash and it act like it looses power and when you go to settings on sonar it big green light in front of car And check engine light came on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2020-body-trim-clips-break","label":"Body trim and grille clips break, parts detach","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527576","quote_1_text":"1-Clips that secure the front grill and font quarter panels have broken for no apparent reason. 2-Body parts can fall off during driving if not repaired 3-Inspected at dealership 4-No warnings - the front camera looked \"cloudy\" because it had fallen when the grill clips broke","quote_2_odi":"11474773","quote_2_text":"The front passenger side A-pillar molding flew off while driving in windy weather. This piece could have hit another vehicle and impeded their vision while driving. The molding was not otherwise compromised","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2020-forward-collision-warning-false-trigger","label":"Forward collision warning activates without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11663524","quote_1_text":"When I start driving the front collision light comes on and off and then they'll stay on","quote_2_odi":"11611910","quote_2_text":"Forward collision warning turns on about 20 seconds after the car starts. There was no accident or obstructions to the sensors, this apperas to just be equipment failure on a car with only 30k miles on it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Maxima","model_slug":"maxima","cluster_id":"maxima-2020-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Panoramic sunroof shatters unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11584583","quote_1_text":"The sunroof inexplicably blew out while driving on a 3-lane interstate normally taken to work every day in the morning, windows were up. This movable portion of the sunroof is part of the panoramic sun roof. The sun shade was open, it is normally left open. Some small pieces of","quote_2_odi":"11577099","quote_2_text":"Was getting into the car. As we closed the doors, we heard the sunroof shatter. the edges of the broken glass were pushed up as if the air pressure inside the car broke the glass. If the inside cover was open, we would have been showered in glass. The manufacturer inspected and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/maxima","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-abs-actuator-brake-fade","label":"ABS actuator failure with brake pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11384208","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS, 35-50 MPH, DRY, GOOD, SMOOTH, STRAIGHT ROAD CONDITIONS, I APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE PEDAL WENT ALMOST TO THE FLOOR BEFORE THE BRAKES STARTED BEING APPLIED","quote_2_odi":"11165036","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE SYSTEM COMPLELEY FAILED AND A REAR AXEL CAME LOOSE AND ALMOST LOST ATIRE DRIVING BEFORE THE BRAKES STOPPED AND FAILED IJUST HAD BRAKE FLUID PUT IN THE RESIVIOR TOO AND THEY STILL FAILED ON THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11338391","quote_3_text":"BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR BEFORE CAR WILL STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-cvt-transfer-case-failure","label":"CVT transmission and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10354431","quote_1_text":"THE PROBLEM IS WITH NISSAN CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT), IN PARTICULAR MY 2010 NISSAN MURANO. WHEN THE CAR IS DRIVEN IN HOT WEATHER FOR MORE THAN 200 MILES IN HEAVY STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, THE CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"10861100","quote_2_text":"LEAKING TRANSFER CASE. ON MARCH 15, 2016, AT 72,549 MILES, THE CVT TRANSMISSION ON MY 2010 NISSAN MURANO LE FAILED AS I WAS PULLING OUT OF A LOWE'S PARKING LOT","quote_3_odi":"11032171","quote_3_text":"MY MURANO WAS DRIVEN BY MY WIFE IN OUR NEIGHBORHOOD WHEN SUDDENLY THE SUV WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE THE STREET BLOCKING TRAFFIC ON BOTH SIDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Power door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10893149","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS DOOR DOES NOT LOCK AND UNLOCK. BAD DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR MECHANISMS. $400-$600 TO FIX PER DOOR. MAJOR SAFETY HAZARD!!!!","quote_2_odi":"10586899","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE POWER DOOR LOCK STOPPED WORKING AT ABOUT 60,000 MILES. I TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP, SAID IT WAS ACTUATOR. IT WAS A VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIR SO I CHOSE TO MANUALLY LOCK AND UNLOCK THAT DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10979335","quote_3_text":"MY FRONT DRIVER DOOR AND REAR PASSENGER DOOR DO NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK WHEN I PRESS THE BUTTONS ON MY KEY. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE I DO NOT WANT SOMEOME BREAKING INTO MY CAR AND STEALING ANYTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-passenger-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and OCS malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10303566","quote_1_text":"RE: PASSENGER SIDE, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT. ACCORDING TO THE NISSAN MANUAL, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT WILL ALERT THE PASSENGER WHEN THE AIR BAG IS NOT FUNCTIONING. THEY ADVISE THAT WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE AUTO SHOULD IMMEDIATELY BE BROUGHT TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11472591","quote_2_text":"Airbag light going off continuously","quote_3_odi":"11181756","quote_3_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT IS BLINKING FOR AIRBAG NOT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11443693","quote_1_text":"The rear subframe of my 2010 Nissan Murano completely rusted out prematurely and broke when I was driving on a highway. I could not control the car. I almost crashed","quote_2_odi":"11413005","quote_2_text":"REAR SUSPENSION SUBFRAME BROKE WHILE DRIVING ON EB I275. APPLIED BRAKES WHILE DRIVING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. CAR ROTATED HARD IN COUNTERCLOCKWISE DIRECTION CROSSING INTO ANOTHER LANE. AVOIDED ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11468466","quote_3_text":"Rear subframe broke and the back tire came off. The problem was the rear subframe was rusted out. The rust has eaten away the entire subframe of this vehicle. The VDC off light had been on for 2-3 days and it was scheduled to go into the shop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2010-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10363977","quote_1_text":"2010 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, THE GLASS OF THE SUNROOF SUDDENLY AND SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED INTO BITS. IT WAS NOT HIT BY ANY OBJECT, AS TRAFFIC WAS CLEAR ON THE HIGHWAY AND THERE WAS NO OVERPASS IN THE AREA","quote_2_odi":"11460338","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway with no other vehicles around, and the moon roof suddenly exploded!!?","quote_3_odi":"10493536","quote_3_text":"FOR THE SECOND TIME IN 6 MONTHS, MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE FIRST TIME WAS IN JULY, 2012, AND I WILL FILE A SEPARATE REPORT FOR THAT INCIDENT.. BOTH TIMES THE DEALER SAID THEY WERE NOT RESPONSIBLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal travels to floor / ABS actuator","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2011-09 to 2022-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11331860","quote_1_text":"SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, WE DROVE OVER A BIG DIP IN THE ROAD. AS WE CAME UPON A STOP SIGN JUST PAST THE DIP, THE BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR BEFORE COMING TO A STOP. THE BRAKES CONTINUED TO PUSH TO THE FLOOR FOR SEVERAL DAYS AFTERWARDS BEFORE FINALLY GOING BACK TO NORMAL. A","quote_2_odi":"10983814","quote_2_text":"THE PEDAL LOSES PRESSURE WHEN BRAKING THE CAR AND REACHES THE FLOOR. THE SUV HAVE APROX. 72,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-convertible-top-failure","label":"Convertible top mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 to 2024-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11138949","quote_1_text":"THE CONVERTIBLE TOP MALFUNCTIONED AND WAS UNABLE TO COMPLETELY CLOSE, SO IT WOULD LIFT AND FLY OFF WHEN MY CAR WAS IN MOTION. HAD TO MANUALLY LOCK BACK IN PLACE HOWEVER THE ROOF ERROR SIGNAL KEPT CONSISTENTLY BEEPING SINCE IT THOUGHT THE ROOF WAS STILL DOWN. HAD TO DISCONNECT","quote_2_odi":"11610293","quote_2_text":"Hi i see this vehicle had a recall campaign previously under notice P1261/NTB12-003/NTB14-076. This campaign includes the replacement of the links and other items under this campaign. This vehicle is a convertible and the top frame is once again damaged due to the same recall","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2012-06 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11728892","quote_1_text":"In July 2023, at 55,496 miles on the odometer, the original CVT transmission failed and was replaced at Port City Nissan (120 Spaulding Tpke N, Portsmouth, NH 03801), an authorized Nissan dealership, with a Nissan-supplied rebuilt CVT transmission at a cost of approximately","quote_2_odi":"11062243","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION WENT AFTER ONLY 85000 MILES . CAR HESITATES AT STOP SIGNS AND RED LIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 to 2019-08","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10824650","quote_1_text":"ALL 4 OF MY DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE GONE OUT AT THE SAME TIME","quote_2_odi":"10608631","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE POWER DOOR LOCK FAILED TO FUNCTION. THE DOOR WOULD ONLY UNLOCK MANUALLY DUE TO A FAULTY DOOR ACTUATOR. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-passenger-airbag-ocs-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag OCS sensor and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-05 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11744092","quote_1_text":"I had a frontal crash in which I had a neck sprain and severe head injury due to the airbags not deploying","quote_2_odi":"10934031","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND CAUSED THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM TO FAIL. WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE AIR BAG SYSTEM WOULD DEACTIVATE. THE DEALER ADVISED THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-rear-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-10 to 2024-02","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11574299","quote_1_text":"Premature Subframe Corrosion: first noticed a knocking noise coming from under rear driver side area when going over bumps with our 2011 Murano. Then the knocking noise (metal on metal sound) got worse and then the back of our vehicle would sway uncontrollably side to side when","quote_2_odi":"11499762","quote_2_text":"The subframe has completely rusted and broke apart. This is a known issue on the Nissan's. We heard a rattling and upon inspection found a piece of the frame had rusted off. The entire rear subframe is rusted through. The vehicle cannot be driven. Nissan should pay for this","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2011-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-09 to 2020-07","source_complaint_count":148,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10424454","quote_1_text":"TRAVELLING @ 70 MPH WHEN SUNROOF EXPLODED. LIGHT RAIN, NO NEARBY TRAFFIC, NO OVERPASS. FORTUNATE TO PULL OVER WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10485963","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT ABOUT 45 MPH NO OTHER VEHICLES AROUND ME AND NO OVERPASS OR TREES ABOVE ME , MY SUNROOF EXPLODED (IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT WENT OFF) AND THEN I HEARD A CRACKLING NOISE WHICH AS SOON AS I PULLED OVER I FOUND IT HAD EXPLODED UPWARDS AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-brake-pedal-abs-actuator","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor tied to ABS actuator","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11372373","quote_1_text":"ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS, MY VEHICLE LOST BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE AND HAD EXCESSIVE TRAVEL TO THE FLOOR REQUIRING EXTRA DISTANCE IN ORDER TO BRING THE VEHICLE TO A COMPLETE STOP ABS TO AVOID A COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11258170","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, AN ABNORMAL GRINDING NOISE WAS DETECTED AND THE ABS AND ANTI-SKID WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11254576","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN STRAIGHT ON THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TO FIND IT WAS SPONGY AND TRAVELED VERY FAR BEFORE THE BRAKES FINALLY ENGAGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-cvt-hesitation-jerking","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10667445","quote_1_text":"AT SPORADIC TIMES, MY 2012 NISSAN MURANO WILL HESITATE TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION. ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS THIS HAS LEFT ME STRANDED FOR 5-10 SECONDS IN THE MIDDLE OF BUSY INTERSECTIONS","quote_2_odi":"11013591","quote_2_text":"2012 NISSAN MURANO WITH 90K MILES HAS ALMOST CAUSED SEVERAL ACCIDENTS ON THE HIGHWAY DUE TO THE CVT TRANSMISSION JERKING AND SUDDENLY STOPPING THE CAR TRAVELING AT SPEEDS OF 50-65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11534342","quote_3_text":"This car I purchased two months ago has the Cvt transmission in it and has proven unsafe for regular traffic let alone highway driving. It randomly “lurches” , has a loss of power and hesitates when accelerating or lane changing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-electrical-stall-no-restart","label":"Vehicle stalls while driving and fails to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11702102","quote_1_text":"While driving, vehicle just quits and all dashboard lights flash quickly and then the car stalls out and won't restart. This has happened 4 times now. Had battery replaced, alternator replaced for a 2nd time, sensor replaced","quote_2_odi":"11066887","quote_2_text":"1ST INCIDENT- DRIVING ON MAIN STREET OF TOWN HWY 31 S, CAR SIMPLY QUIT WHILE IN MOTION, WHILE DRIVING- NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS. COULD NOT MOVE, START ETC","quote_3_odi":"11103359","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED; HOWEVER, THE STEERING AND BRAKING ABILITY STILL OPERATED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger seat occupant sensor disables airbag (code B1018)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11450426","quote_1_text":"SRS/AIRBAGS LIGHT FLASHING PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF. The airbag will not deploy if in a crash. Nissan code B1018 is diagnosed as needing the whole passenger seat replace due to the occupancy sensor in passenger seat. Nissan quoted repair at $5000.00 to replace","quote_2_odi":"10491161","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG IS NOT ENGAGED. INDICATOR IS ON APPROXIMATELY 50% OF THE TIME, WHEN MY 84 POUND DAUGHTER IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT. THIS MEANS THAT 50% OF THE TIME, MY DAUGHTER IS SUPPOSEDLY NOT PROTECTED BY THE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11144856","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IS MOSTLY STATIONARY IN THE GARAGE, ONLY 46K MILES FOR 2012. AIR BAG STARTING FLASHING AND WILL NOT RESET. TOOK CAR TO DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS, TECHNICIAN STATED LIGHT CAUSED BY FAULTY AIR BAG SENSING UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-sun-visor-droop","label":"Sun visor drops and will not stay up","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10785297","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING 55 MPH ON HIGHWAY, SUN WAS IN MY EYES SO I LOWERED THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR. IT IMMEDIATELY BECAME FLOPPY AND I COULDN'T GET IT TO RAISE BACK UP","quote_2_odi":"11229640","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DRIVERS SIDE VISOR DOES NOT SAY UP - DROPS DOWN AN IMPAIRS VISION - VERY DANGEROUS!! AFTER RESEARCHING ON THE INTERNET THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF NISSAN MURANO OWNERS THAT HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11454635","quote_3_text":"While driving, the driver's side visor fell down and would not go back up and stay in place. I contacted the Nissan dealer about this issue and was told it was my problem to replace it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2012-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shatters while driving or parked","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10972198","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN WE HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND THEN SAW PIECES OF THE SUNROOF FLYING BACK BEHIND US. AFTER STOPPING THE CAR, WE LOOKED AT THE SUNROOF TO DETERMINE IT HAD SHATTERED AND BLOWN OFF","quote_2_odi":"11503122","quote_2_text":"Driver sunroof exploded while driving. Nothing impacted the glass to my knowledge. Occurred on 1/21/23, 54xxx miles on the vehicle, no previous accidents","quote_3_odi":"10478938","quote_3_text":"VEHICLES MOON ROOF INEXPLICABLY EXPLODED FROM INSIDE OUT WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light with occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11278551","quote_1_text":"MY PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT START BLINKING AND THE AIRBAG SYSTEM WAS OUT","quote_2_odi":"11593041","quote_2_text":"The air bag light started blinking. We took the car to our local Nisan dealership","quote_3_odi":"11661098","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the air bag warning light was blinking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11299794","quote_1_text":"ON AUGUST 3, 2019 MY WIFE AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2013 MURANO ON A TWO-LANE STATE HIGHWAY (COLORADO 133) BETWEEN REDSTONE AND MARBLE WHEN WITHOUT WARNING THE TRANSMISSION STOPPED WORKING, LEAVING THE ENGINE RUNNING NORMALLY","quote_2_odi":"10990499","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE @ 130K MILES. VEHICLE STOPS MOVING. ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11523522","quote_3_text":"2013 Nissan Murano CVT Transmission known issue with CVT low pressure no fix only option is to replace transmission for more than the vehicle. Transmission will fail without any warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-door-lock-electrical-failure","label":"Electronic door lock and latch failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11207009","quote_1_text":"ALL FOUR DOOR ELECTRONIC LOCKS HAVE FAILED WITHIN A 2 WEEK PERIOD. WHEN DRIVING, THE AUTO-LOCK FEATURE NO LONGER WORKS NOR DOES THE PARK AND AUTO-UNLOCK FEATURE","quote_2_odi":"11222327","quote_2_text":"WHEN I LOCK OR UNLOCK THE DOOR, THE DRIVER DOOR IS NOT RESPONDING LOOKS LOKE THE ACUSCTOR IS GOING BAD","quote_3_odi":"11153439","quote_3_text":"MY 2013 MURANO WOULD NOT UNLOCK. SO I CALLED AAA ROADSIDE SERVICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and chipping on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11173577","quote_1_text":"PAINT DEFECT. SEVERAL LARGE AREAS OF PAINT CHIPPING AND FLAKING ON DOORS AND HOOD WITHOUT ANY OTHER PHYSICAL DAMAGE CORRESPONDING","quote_2_odi":"11143476","quote_2_text":"PAINT PROBLEM. NISSAN IS HAVING PROBLEMS WITH WHITE PAINT AND TRANSPARENT BASE ACCORDING TO PAINT SHOPS","quote_3_odi":"11678135","quote_3_text":"Paint peeling off in spots all over vehicle. Vehicle was never in a collision or adulterated in anyway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-power-steering-fluid-leak","label":"Power steering fluid leak and hose failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11289982","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING WITH FAMILY ON A RESIDENTIAL ROAD, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AND STEERING WHEEL BECAME EXTREMELY STIFF","quote_2_odi":"11062417","quote_2_text":"THE POWER STEERING PUMP, HOSE, AND RACK AND PINION ALL BROKE. ONLY 70,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE WHEN MALFUNCTION OCCURRED","quote_3_odi":"11384662","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING HOSE CLAMP HAD MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING A POWER STEERING FLUID LEAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor detachment obstructing driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10991577","quote_1_text":"THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE FEEL DOWN AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. IT BLOCK MY VISION FOR A FEW SECONDS AND ALMOST MADE ME CRASH INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. SCAREY","quote_2_odi":"11054676","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOW VISORS ARE DEFECTIVE. THEY WILL NOT STAY UP AND THUS CREATE A SAFETY HAZARD WITH VISIBILITY","quote_3_odi":"11229643","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR KEEPS FALLING DOWN IN OBSCURING OUR VIEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2013-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10667832","quote_1_text":"MOONROOF SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY, HEARD LOUD NOISE AND BROKEN GLASS FELL INTO FRONT CONSOLE AND SEATS. NO OTHER VEHICLES IN CLOSE VICINITY","quote_2_odi":"11256275","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT ANY CAUSE. IT SOUNDED LIKE A BOMB WENT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11266842","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A REALLY LOUD SOUND AND NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2014-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11641216","quote_1_text":"The safety issue is with a 2014 Nissan Murano. April 22, 2024, the air bag light is on steady, so the vehicle was taken to a Nissan dealer to determine the repairs that are necessary. The Nissan dealer determined the battery charge was low and recharged the battery","quote_2_odi":"11500849","quote_2_text":"The front passenger seat occupant warning light was flashing. I took the vehicle to the Nissan dealership was charged $185 dollars and was told the front seat occupancy-classification sensor (OCS), needed to be replaced and it would cost me 0ver $5,900 dollars","quote_3_odi":"11576996","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the passenger’s side occupancy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11266603","quote_1_text":"MY NISSAN MURANO'S CVT TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING IN THE PASSING LANE ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY 84. THIS PLACED ME AND MY PHYSICALLY DISABLED WIFE IN AN EXTREMELY DANGEROUS SITUATION","quote_2_odi":"11596005","quote_2_text":"CVT transmission gears slipping. OBD II code states stepper motor malfunction. This has caused the vehicle to go from 75 mph to 45 so quickly it almost caused an accident on the freeway. The most recent incident happened today. The transmission started whining and RPMs went high","quote_3_odi":"11448151","quote_3_text":"Cvt transmission failed with no warning during traffic on a bridge in New York 150 miles away. I was almost hit. Car would not go. Car had to be brought back by trailer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2014-power-steering-hose","label":"Power steering hose failure and recall delay","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11121166","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE ON CITY STREET IN KINGSPORT, TN. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AT THE TIME OF STEERING LOSS. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO NAVIGATE VEHICLE OUT OF TRAFFIC TO SIDE OF THE ROAD AFTER POWER STEERING LOSS","quote_2_odi":"11020514","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V184000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11184368","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2014-sun-visor-failure","label":"Driver-side sun visor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11128400","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR WILL NOT REMAIN IN THE STOWED POSITION, AND IMPAIRS VISIBILITY PRESENTING A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11255774","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP. IT HANGS IN THE DOWN POSITION AND OBSTRUCTS THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER. IT INITIALLY WOULD ONLY FALL DOWN WHEN THE VEHICLE HIT A BUMP IN THE ROADWAY.NOW THE VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP AT ALL AND IS CONSTANTLY BLOCKING THE DRIVER'S VIEW","quote_3_odi":"11110908","quote_3_text":"SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN, OBSTRUCTING LINE OF SIGHT. NO WAY TO KEEP IT OUT OF THE WAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11512305","quote_1_text":"Sunroof shattered while driving with no warning. Very dangerous for passengers and vehicles behind vehicle as the glass broke into countless pieces","quote_2_odi":"11016009","quote_2_text":"WE WERE DRIVING - SOUND LIKE A GUN SHOT AND LOOKED UP AND OUR SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED. WE WERE GOING 40MPH ON A ROAD CLOUDY AND 68DEGREES. WE HAVE A PANORAMIC ROOF - IT HAPPENED ON THE PANORAMA BACK SECTION","quote_3_odi":"11100206","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE, WITH NOTHING AROUND MY CAR AND NO OVERHEAD PASSES WHEN THERE WAS AN EXPLOSION, WHICH SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT WITHIN THE CAR. I WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF THE ROAD AND FOUND MY SUN ROOF HAD EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-abs-recall-fire","label":"ABS actuator recall delays and post-repair fires","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10904731","quote_1_text":"WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FROM A STOP LIGHT, THE ABS, COLLISION, AND SWERVE INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT PULLED INTO A FUEL STATION AND DISCOVERED THAT THE BRAKES WERE NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11529474","quote_2_text":"JUNE 8, 2023 11:26 PM EASTERN - 2015 Nissan Murano caught fire while sitting in driveway. The vehicle burned to the ground. Background - Vehicle was taken to dealer to repair open recall in 2020 and Nissan dealer did not repair recall","quote_3_odi":"11366896","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-aeb-false-stop","label":"AEB false activation and cruise control disengagement","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11208275","quote_1_text":"ANTI COLLISION LIGHT FALSELY ILLUMINATES OFTEN, INDICATING IMPENDING COLLISION. NISSAN HAS MANY REPORTS OF THIS PROBLEM, BUT NEEDS TO RECALL. WIFE IS AFRAID TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE. THIS MAINLY CITY DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11030209","quote_2_text":"WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT AND WAITING FOR THE LIGHT TO TURN GREEN, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE MONITORING SYSTEM ERRONEOUSLY ACTIVATED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF A BUSY INTERSECTION","quote_3_odi":"11315891","quote_3_text":"CRUISE CONTROL KICKS OFF WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSES DECELERATION. WILL NOT COME BACK ON UNTIL THE CAR IS STOPPED, TURNED OFF, THEN TURNED BACK ON. WET WEATHER MAKES IT A LOT WORSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-airbag-ocs-off","label":"Passenger airbag OCS false-off indication","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10761871","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED A NEW 2015 NISSAN MURANO PLATINUM AT END OF MAY. NOTICED RIGHT AWAY WHEN MY 95 POUND SON WOULD SIT IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE 'PASSENGER AIRBAG DEACTIVATED' LIGHT WOULD COME ON AND STAY ON","quote_2_odi":"10874989","quote_2_text":"ABOUT 50% OF THE TIME THE OCS SYSTEM DOES NOT TURN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG ON IF THE ENGINE IS STARTED PRIOR TO AN ADULT BEING SEATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND CONTINUES TO STAY OFF IF THE VEHICLE IS PLACED IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"10862312","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG STAYS OFF ,REGARDLESS IF SOMEONE IS SEATING ON PASSENGER SIDE. SOMETIMES IT STAYS OFF FOR 10, 15, OR 30 MINUTES, AS IF THE SENSOR DOESN'T SEEM TO ACTIVATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-cvt-judder","label":"CVT judder and hesitation at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624512","quote_1_text":"When trying to merge onto the interstate, the car didn't accelerate, causing other vehicles on the road to swerve around me. Afterwards, I noticed that the car was shaking or juddering at low revs (about 1,000 RPM)","quote_2_odi":"11268684","quote_2_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP OR AT LOW SPEED, TRANSMISSION JUDDERS AND CAUSES THE CAR TO LUNGE AND VIBRATE TILL IT GETS TO A HIGHER RPM. AT A CERTAIN RPM, THE CAR CAN SIMPLE LUG REPEATEDLY IF THE SPEED IS HELD CONSTANT","quote_3_odi":"11507531","quote_3_text":"Nissan's CVT transmission dies on highway at ODO=72K miles, a well known issue similar to other Nissan's models. I had to replaced the CVT transmission at $6K","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11033542","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED 2015 NISSAN MURANO WITH MY 1 YEAR OLD DAUGHTER IN THE BACK SEAT, A CAR THAT I JUST PURCHASED 2 WEEKS AGO WHEN THE FRONT HALF OF THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11292149","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE SIMILAR TO A GUN SHOT. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF SHATTERED. THE SUN SHADE WAS CLOSED SO NO GLASS ENTERED THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11047081","quote_3_text":"ON THE MORNING OF NOVEMBER 7, 2017, THE FRONT/SLIDING PORTION OF THE SUNROOF ON MY 2015 NISSAN MURANO SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN I-5 IN SEATTLE, WA, AT THE POSTED SPEED (60 MPH)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"nissan-murano-2015-transfer-case-leak","label":"Transfer case and axle seal fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754887","quote_1_text":"The transfer case on my Nissan Murano developed an oil leak. a leaking transfer case that is low or complete loss can cause overheating, internal damage or sudden failure of the transfer case while driving, resulting in a loss of power to the wheels","quote_2_odi":"11497863","quote_2_text":"The transfer case need to be replaced. I took my vehicle to the dealer a few months ago and they told me I had a leak but didn't know where it was coming from. I took it back to the dealer yesterday 12/16/22 and they told me where the leak is coming from","quote_3_odi":"11055660","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSFER CASE AND AXLE SEALS ON MY 2015 NISSAN MURANO HAVE BEEN LEAKING AND THE DEALER HAS HAD THE VEHICLE THREE DIFFERENT TIMES, WITHIN THE LAST MONTH AND A HALF, FOR NUMEROUS DAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-abs-brake-failure","label":"ABS actuator failure and brake warning light","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11436514","quote_1_text":"ABS actuator failed. In case of a sudden stop the anti lock brakes would not work The problem was confirmed after my brake and ABS light stayed on after suddenly coming on while I was driving","quote_2_odi":"10915245","quote_2_text":"STARTED VEHICLE UP IN THE MORNING AND WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY. WHEN I REACHED THE STREET TO COME TO A STOP AND PUT MY CAR INTO DRIVE, MY BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND AND I ALMOST HIT A PILLAR OUTSIDE OF MY DRIVEWAY","quote_3_odi":"10885664","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED APPROXIMATELY 50 FEET BEFORE STRIKING ANOTHER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag off warning light illuminated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11529410","quote_1_text":"Both driver and passenger airbag lights have been on for about a year. This vehicle has never been involved in a car accident","quote_2_odi":"10945718","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR IS FAULTY. WHEN MY 67 LB DAUGHTER SITS IN THE FRONT SEAT, THE AIR BAG LIGHT TURNS OFF INDICATING THAT THE AIRBAG IS ACTIVE","quote_3_odi":"10862335","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR CONSISTENTLY FAILS TO RECOGNIZE THE 150 POUND PASSENGER RIDING IN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-cvt-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11739551","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that on two occasions while making a left and right turn, the vehicle lost power and the vehicle was drifted to a safe location on the side of the road while advising others to go around her","quote_2_odi":"11605560","quote_2_text":"The Nissan Murano’s were recalled back in 2020 stating their CVT was causing stalling issues mid driving and overheating in extreme weather (heat). I complained to Nissan prior to this recall and was told it was filter issue then a battery issue","quote_3_odi":"11423793","quote_3_text":"Vehicle randomly quits running while driving. Once stopped, it will typically restart after being put in park and usual parking, stopping, end running operations are performed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision warning and cruise control disengagement","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11498018","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. The failure resulted in another vehicle rear-ending his vehicle in a collision","quote_2_odi":"11497703","quote_2_text":"Forward Collision Warning lamp in dashboard lights up and cruise control is disabled. This consistently happens at 10.8 miles in the morning when the vehicle is driven for the first time of the day","quote_3_odi":"11363002","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED, THE TRACTION CONTROL AND COLLISION MITIGATION WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-hood-glare","label":"Hood design reflects sunlight into driver's eyes","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11079075","quote_1_text":"THE HOOD HAS ABOUT A 3 INCH PORTION NEAR THE WINDSHIELD THAT IS ANGLED TOWARDS THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. ON SUNNY DAYS, THE SUN REFLECTS INTO THE VEHICLE CAUSING A BLINDING REFLECTION","quote_2_odi":"10930171","quote_2_text":"WHEN I AM DRIVING AT ABOUT NOON, WHEN THE SUN IS DIRECTLY OVERHEAD, THERE IS A TERRIBLE, BLINDING GLARE PRODUCED BY THE \"RIDGE\" ON THE HOOD NEAR THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11047990","quote_3_text":"THE PHOTO SHOWS HOW THE SUN REFLECTS OFF THE RIDGELINE OF THE HOOD AT THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD IN SUCH A WAY AS TO PARTIALLY BLIND THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-seat-heater-melt","label":"Driver seat heater wiring harness melting","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11449318","quote_1_text":"I recently brought my 2016 Nissan Murano to the Nissan service department and asked them to check the driver's side heated seat as it was not working","quote_2_odi":"11404458","quote_2_text":"2015-2019 NISSAN MURANOS HAVE AN ON-GOING ELECTRICAL HAZARD WITH THE CLIMATE CONTROLLED SEATS. THE ELECTRICAL HARNESS CONNECTOR DIRECTLY UNDER THE SEAT WILL FAIL AND ACTUALLY GET SO HOT IT WILL MELT THE PLASTIC PIECES!","quote_3_odi":"11062234","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN MURANO. WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE AND ACTIVATING THE SEAT HEATER ON THE DRIVER'S SEAT, IT FAILED TO WORK CORRECTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof or moonroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11708786","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while her son was driving at approximately 55 MPH at 12:30 AM with no other vehicles on the road, he observed aloud bang and the sunroof shattered","quote_2_odi":"10924150","quote_2_text":"MOON ROOF EXPLODED/SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY. WE DROVE IT IMMEDIATELY TO THE DEALERSHIP WE PURCHASED IT FROM 12 DAYS EARLIER. SOUNDED LIKE A GUN GOING OFF IN MY EAR","quote_3_odi":"10893526","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING. NO OBJECTS FELL ONTO THE CAR. WE HAD NO IDEA WHAT THE LOUD BANG/EXPLODING SOUND WAS UNTIL WE WERE ABLE TO SAFELY PULL OFF THE ROAD AND EVALUATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-airbag-seatbelt-non-deploy","label":"Airbag and seat belt failure to engage in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11520614","quote_1_text":"I was in a broadside collision. The front end of my car collided with the side of another car. I was going approximately 30-35 mph at time of impact. I had my seat belt on","quote_2_odi":"11530956","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, while the brake pedal was depressed, it floored, and the vehicle failed to stop","quote_3_odi":"11132183","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT STOP. THE BRAKES HAD COMPLETELY FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-cvt-hesitation-stall","label":"CVT hesitation and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11258234","quote_1_text":"THIS HAS HAPPEN NUMEROUS TIMES, THE TRANSMISSION A CVT HAS BIG PROBLEMS THAT HAS CAUSED MY WIFE AND I GREAT CONCERN. WHEN WE GO TO TAKE OFF AND REALLY HAVE TO STEP DOWN ON THE PEDDLE BECAUSE OF TRAFFIC FLOW","quote_2_odi":"11163287","quote_2_text":"WHEN MAKING SHARP TURN (LEFT OR RIGHT) INTO FAST MOVING TRAFFIC AND DRIVING STRAIGHT AFTER THE TURN, WHILE PUSHING ACCELERATOR PEDAL HARD, THE RPM WILL GO UP HIGH BUT THE SPEED WILL NOT (IT WILL INCREASE VERY SLOWLY)","quote_3_odi":"11700472","quote_3_text":"Have noticed when turning a corner vehicle has some slight jerking motions before it picks up speed. Vehicle also has a whining/humming sound that it’s making somewhere in the transmission (CVT)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-front-radar-obstruction","label":"Front radar obstruction warnings disabling cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11375424","quote_1_text":"FRONT RADAR OBSTRUCTION WARNING COMES ON AND AND CRUISE WILL TURN OFF AND VEHICLE WILL START QUICKLY SLOWING DOWN. THIS HAPPENS IN BOTH CITY AND HIGHWAY DRIVING. AFTER ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES THE WARNING LIGHT GOES OFF AND I CAN RESET THE CRUISE","quote_2_odi":"11229569","quote_2_text":"HAPPENS AT LEAST ONCE A TRIP. THE FRONT RADAR, USED FOR COLLISION MITIGATION/INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL, SHUTS OFF AND REPORTS OBSTRUCTION FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THIS RENDERS THE SAFETY SYSTEMS USELESS","quote_3_odi":"11230054","quote_3_text":"FORWARD RADAR WHICH CONTROLS THE AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM AND CRUISE CONTROL STOPS WORKING FOR NO REASON - STATES RADAR NOT AVAILABLE, OBSTRUCTION, WHEN THE CAR IS IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof/moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11064357","quote_1_text":"WHILE SITTING IN TRAFFIC, GOING LESS THAN 10 MILES PER HOUR, ON US ROUTE 60 IN MESA, AZ, THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED. THE WEATHER WAS CLEAR, SUNNY AND COLD (HIGH 30'S FAHRENHEIT) AND I WAS NOT UNDER AN OVERPASS","quote_2_odi":"11139968","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF SHATTERED WHEN DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY. NOTHING HIT CAR TO CAUSE GLASS TO SHATTER. PER INSURANCE ADJUSTER THIS IS A DESIGN FLAW WITH THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11331015","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN MURANO. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE GLASS MOON ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-power-steering-rack-leak","label":"Power steering rack leak and failure","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11612843","quote_1_text":"Car power steering rack liking bad, car has 46k miles This car should be recalled, is got major issues with power steering rack, in which Nissan didn’t do it right do to parts shortage, this is dangerous for my kids this car can burn any second","quote_2_odi":"11610412","quote_2_text":"This car it was in the garage. I almost never use it only sometimes to go in the store and this cannot happen","quote_3_odi":"10995189","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN MURANO. WHILE DRIVING 12 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED TO TURN LEFT OR RIGHT AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2017-seat-electrical-melting","label":"Heated seat and electrical component melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11557609","quote_1_text":"The seat heating function on my vehicle failed due to electrical components becoming so hot that they melted the control module connector","quote_2_odi":"11395662","quote_2_text":"ON 02/09/2021 APPROXIMATELY 8PM, ARRIVED TO MY DESTINATION, TURNED CAR OFF, WENT INSIDE. APPROXIMATELY 1.5 HOURS LATER (9:30PM) WENT BACK TO MY CAR TO BRING MY SUITCASE AND PILLOW IN","quote_3_odi":"11513572","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 70-75 MPH, the rear seat warmer overheated and burned the seat and the blanket on the seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11598344","quote_1_text":"Emergency braking system activated without anything in front of the vehicle. EBS lighting on the dash came on and vehicle made a weird sound to stop. Has happened several times in the past month, most recent was today","quote_2_odi":"11589667","quote_2_text":"I was driving about 30 mph on an empty street when the car slammed on the brakes. The sequence was three beeps, then red warning message on instrument panel, then immediate hard braking to almost a dead stop. There was no traffic ahead of me or behind me","quote_3_odi":"11420288","quote_3_text":"When I leave the parking structure at my office, my front emergency brake gets triggered. Today was the third time this happened. From my research, there are several class action lawsuits. We leased the car in 10/2019, but purchased it around 01/2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and passenger sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11650223","quote_1_text":"The driver's side air bag and knee air bag deployed; however, the front passenger’s side air bag had not deployed. There were several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11511228","quote_2_text":"Passenger detection sensor went out so air bags would not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11267824","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER NO AIRBAG LIGHT INTERMITTENTLY APPEARS WHEN A PASSENGER IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OF MY NEW VEHICLE (APPROXIMATELY 3100 MILES)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-brake-abs-faults","label":"Brake pressure loss and ABS module faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11750449","quote_1_text":"Dealership had car for 3 days and came up with ABS module shorting to CAN unit. Only problem is the part is on backorder and Nissan can not even tell me when part will be in. This was almost 3 weeks ago. I have had no car for 3 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11575972","quote_2_text":"I lost brake pressure at a red light today. I ended up pressing the brake all the way to the floor and kept rolling. The light turned green and I pressed the gas and the brake started working after that and has worked since","quote_3_odi":"11456321","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving her vehicle at approximately 30 MPH, the brake warning light had illuminated . The contact stated that she attempted to use her divers assist , however it was not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-cruise-downhill-accel","label":"Cruise control acceleration on downhill grades","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11438147","quote_1_text":"Not long after purchasing the new auto, I noticed that when driving down a hill, the cruise control released and the vehicle sped up as though free-wheeling. The engine brake (compression) did not activate nor did the transmission shift down","quote_2_odi":"11339372","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS SET AS 70 MPH, GOING DOWN THE HILL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INSTEAD OF SLOWING DOWN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT EVEN WHEN THE INDICATOR FLASHED, SHOWING THAT THE VEHICLE WAS GOING FAST, THE VEHICLE DID NOT DECELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11271206","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED OUR 2019 NISSAN MURANO ON SEPTEMBER 12, 2019 AND SOON NOTICED THAT WHEN DRIVING DOWN EVEN A GENTLE DOWN-SLOPE WITH NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF IT, THE CRUISE CONTROL GAINS 10-15+ MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-fca-warning-light","label":"Forward collision warning light with no fault found","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11433236","quote_1_text":"Took it back to dealership in January 2021 after the orange forward emergency braking warning light appeared on dash. They said it was not covered under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11390641","quote_2_text":"ON MULTIPLE TIMES, IN CLEAR WEATHER WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME, DRIVING AT 40 MPH THE AEB WARNING LIGHT COMES ON. HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES FOR DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR WITH NO RESOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"11376848","quote_3_text":"THE PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE IS THAT THE AEB WARNING LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND THEN RANDOMLY GOING OFF ON THE DASH WHILE I'M DRIVING, AND I FEEL UNSAFE IN THIS VEHICLE NOT KNOWING WHETHER THE AEB AND FRONT END/REAR END CRASH AVOIDANCE SYSTEMS ARE WORKING OR ARE NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11196882","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY, MY PANORAMIC SUN ROOF ON MY BRAND NEW NISSAN MURANO EXPLODED. SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT INSIDE MY CAR. IT WAS NOT A ROCK OR DEBRIS, IT JUST SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"11640961","quote_2_text":"I was on Interstate traveling 65 MPH. sounded like gunshot or explosion. I pulled over as soon as I could. Walked around vehicle saw nothing, I stepped on side of car to look at roof. The sunroof was shattered","quote_3_odi":"11501201","quote_3_text":"Moon roof exploded showing glass down into the head liner. had the roof panel been open it would have showered down into the cabin potentially causing injury or distracting me and causing a potential accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstruction present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11406535","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2020 NISSAN MURANO THAT HAD 3 OCCURRENCES IN A 48 HOUR PERIOD WHERE THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM CAUSED MY CAR TO STOP IMMEDIATELY WITH NO WARNING OR OBSTRUCTION IN THE ROAD","quote_2_odi":"11485520","quote_2_text":"Vehicle routinely triggers the automatic emergency braking system when approaching a certain overpass. Speeds are usually around 40 to 50 MPH. Occasionally triggers at other locations where no obstacle should be triggering it","quote_3_odi":"11454164","quote_3_text":"WE'VE HAD THE VEHICLE OVER A YEAR AND HAVE NEVER BEEN ABLE TO GET USED TO THE FORWARD AND BACKWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE EMERGENCY BRAKING, AS IT SEEMS TO ACTIVATE FOR NO REASON AT ALL. MULTIPLE TIMES THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MY WIFE, THE PRIMARY DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-control-arm-wear","label":"Control arm and steering knuckle wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11740299","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while the vehicle was at Now Auto Care for a service appointment, the contact was informed that the driver's and passenger's side control arms were unusually worn and failing","quote_2_odi":"11501886","quote_2_text":"This is a 2020 Nissan Murano S. The vehicle has been well maintained and taken to the dealership for maintenance periodically. I usually take my vehicle to either Antwerpen Nissan Clarksville or Antwerpen Nissan Security","quote_3_odi":"11682497","quote_3_text":"Subject: Vehicle Safety Complaint – 2020 Nissan Murano, VIN [XXX] Dear NHTSA, I am submitting a formal Vehicle Safety Complaint regarding my 2020 Nissan Murano (VIN: [XXX] ) due to unresolved safety defects that match existing recalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-cvt-hesitation","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and delayed engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11750646","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission failed at 82k miles. Diagnosed at Midas, specific Transmission shop and local Nissan dealership as needing full replacement. Notified Nissan Consumer Affairs, they created a case but refused to fully replace it, offered to pay only 50% of approximately $9k","quote_2_odi":"11516958","quote_2_text":"It has happened twice since we purchased our Murano 8 months ago. When pulling onto a divided highway you have to slow down then you accelerate to get into the lane....the transmission hesitates around 2 or 3 seconds then grabs the gear and you take off","quote_3_odi":"11420111","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that when the vehicle was shifted into park, the vehicle continued rolling forward. The failure occurred intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-headlight-moisture","label":"Headlight assembly moisture intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11713967","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Nissan Murano SV driver side headlight failed. This headlight is suppose to be a “sealed for life” unit. This failure created an immediate driving hazard","quote_2_odi":"11539309","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while having a routine service check on the vehicle at the dealer, the mechanic became aware that the front passenger’s side headlight assembly was moist, and that water was entering the headlight assembly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-seatbelt-latch-stick","label":"Seat belt latch sticking","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11671350","quote_1_text":"The seatbelts are starting to stick so it makes it hard to try and pull it to latch","quote_2_odi":"11621436","quote_2_text":"Driver seat belt latch starting to stick and not latch properly","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11620490","quote_1_text":"My sunroof exploded but I don't know why. There was no warning. Might have been a rock but I didn't see one. I had the sunroof closed but the fabric cover was open for light. I heard an explosive noise and then glass started raining in","quote_2_odi":"11553966","quote_2_text":"I was driving my vehicle on the freeway at a speed of 60 mph when all of a sudden the sun roof part of my panoramic roof shattered all over my interior of my car and myself","quote_3_odi":"11456422","quote_3_text":"On Feb 26, 2022; my wife and I were driving down a Hwy in SW Georgia at approximately 60 mph and our 2020 Nissan Murano Sunroof literally exploded. The roof was fully closed at the time and the sun shade was also closed. It was like a shot gun blast","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11536283","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving with adaptive cruise control mode engaged and set at approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle accelerated independently as he was approaching a hill. The local dealer was notified of the failure","quote_2_odi":"11507190","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH with the cruise control activated, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer","quote_3_odi":"11444676","quote_3_text":"While parallel parking, we backed into the space and when we put the car into Drive, it lurched forward at an incredible speed. We hit and pushed the car parked in front of us, hopped up onto the sidewalk, knocked down a street light, and moved a huge concrete planter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-adas-camera-sensor","label":"Driver-assist camera and lane-departure sensor faults","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730446","quote_1_text":"3/20/26 my windshield was cracked right through the front camera. I now have issues with my cars sensors not working, beeping, not going into gear, and the car not starting","quote_2_odi":"11711472","quote_2_text":"When driving vehicle into sunlight a system warning light displays saying “ Driving Aids temporarily disabled, poor visibility. This warning has displayed during all day parts and occurs immediately when the sun is directed at the front of the car","quote_3_odi":"11661402","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message \"Warning Malfunction See Owner's Manual\" was displayed, and an unknown warning light was illuminated. Additionally, the Lane Departure Blind Spot Detection feature failed to function properly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-brake-wheel-hardware","label":"Parking brake and wheel hardware failures","component_code":"WHEELS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749782","quote_1_text":"The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) actuators are bolted directly to the brake caliper. It has been detected that the factory retaining bolts lack a threadlocking compound (such as Loctite) to prevent them from backing out due to normal vehicle vibration","quote_2_odi":"11721366","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after parking the vehicle and activating the parking brake, the contact discovered that the parking brake failed to release, and the vehicle failed to restart","quote_3_odi":"11711156","quote_3_text":"My wife was driving the vehicle on [XXX] between Leesburg and Purcellville Virginia when a catastrophic tire failure occurred. The right front tire tread totally separated from the sidewall while driving at approximately 60 miles per hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-electrical-infotainment","label":"Electrical system and infotainment display failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746899","quote_1_text":"One week ago (6/19) while driving the main screen went black. I pulled over and restarted engine 3x with no luck so drove to dealership","quote_2_odi":"11714524","quote_2_text":"1. The digital dashboard completely failed 3 times. Bluetooth was connected temporarily and now people cannot hear me through the system","quote_3_odi":"11688633","quote_3_text":"While driving my new 2025 Nissan Murano (owned for 3 weeks), I parked the vehicle and exited. I realized the car was sticking out into traffic, so I got back inside to restart it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-shift-to-park-neutral","label":"Unexpected shift to park or neutral while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738414","quote_1_text":"On May 9, 2026, while driving from [XXX] to [XXX] , the vehicle began experiencing repeated failures at stoplights and in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11683620","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45-55 MPH in a construction zone, the vehicle unintendedly veered towards the wall. The contact was able to steer the vehicle to the intended direction. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-throttle-hesitation","label":"Delayed throttle response and engine hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735216","quote_1_text":"Sluggish engine, delayed engine engagement, delayed throttle response. Engine noise under acceleration. My safety is being put at risk when pulling out into oncoming traffic on the highway, engine is not shifting, vehicle not moving as fast as it should","quote_2_odi":"11720330","quote_2_text":"I have reported and taken my vehicle into the dealership regarding sluggish engine. Vehicle has hesitated multiple times while driving which slows the vehicle down and can cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"11673023","quote_3_text":"[XXX] at 1875 miles pulling out from my home to Railroad Street the engine started sounding really loud like a motorcycle engine and started to decelerate which could have caused an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Murano","model_slug":"murano","cluster_id":"murano-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and stuck accelerator pedal","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743050","quote_1_text":"Four times in the last month or so, the accelerator pedal has stuck while driving. I take my foot off the gas but the engine continues racing, and the car keeps increasing in speed. The last time it happened I almost ran into the car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11714325","quote_2_text":"As I accelerated from a complete stop, the vehicle experienced an unintended increased excessive speed acceleration and when I applied the brakes to slow the vehicle, the acceleration wouldn't stop knocking me back into my headrest hurting my neck and right ankle","quote_3_odi":"11730755","quote_3_text":"I was in a parking ramp attempting to park in a tight space that required back & forth maneuvering. I was going forward towards a concrete wall. All of a sudden my car lurched forward to the wall causing damage to my car. This all happened in a matter of seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/murano","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment and warning-light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11449100","quote_1_text":"My wife stoped on the side of the road to talk with my son who was sitting in the front passenger seat. When my wife shut the door behind him all of the side curtain airbags deployed on the passenger side of the van","quote_2_odi":"11205500","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 NISSAN NV2500. WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS T-BONED ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11122197","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAG SYMBOL STAYS ON ALL THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-electrical-stall","label":"Sudden engine and electrical stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10721341","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN YORKTOWN, NY 10598 AND AS I WAS MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT THE CORNER OF HALLOCKS MILL RD. ON TO ROUTE 202, MY NISSAN NV200 VAN JUST STOPPED. THERE WAS NO WARNING, NO FLASHING LIGHTS, NO SOUND, NOTHING TO INDICATE THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10905884","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE ENGINE FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP FUSE WAS BLOWN","quote_3_odi":"11193413","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING OUR NV2500 ON A CITY STREET THE VAN JUST WENT DEAD. ENGINE QUIT, NO ELECTRICAL, NO DASH LIGHTS, NOTHING. I PUT THE VAN IN PARK AND TRIED TO RESTART. NOTHING, TOTALLY DEAD. WAITED A MINUTE OF SO AND TRIED TO RESTART - SAME AS BEFORE - NOTHING TOTALLY DEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10840390","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY AT POSTED SPEED LIMIT WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND. THE HOOD CAME OPEN AND SMASHED THROUGH THE WINDSHIELD. GLASS ALL OVER ME AND THE DASHBOARD","quote_2_odi":"11015916","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HOOD RELEASED DUE TO BAD RELEASE DESIGN AND POSSIBLE DEFECT CAUSING MAJOR DAMAGES. THE HOOD RELEASE AND GAS RELEASE ARE NEXT TO EACH OTHER LIKE IN THE 2013 ALTIMA AND THE SAFETY CATCH STICKS OVERTIME LEAVING AN UNSAFE CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906951","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOOSELY DETACHED WITHOUT WARNING AND THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10863884","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN NV200. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT, A THUMPING NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-rear-ac-airflow","label":"Rear-cabin air conditioning airflow","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11112231","quote_1_text":"WE PURCHASED THIS VAN BRAND NEW. FROM THE BEGINNING WE HAVE HAD AIR CONDITIONING ISSUES IN THE REAR OF THE VAN. THE BLOWER MOTOR HAS BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES. THE CONDENSER ONCE. THE AIR FLOW IS AT A WHISPER SO IN THE SUMMER WITH HIGH TEMPS THE BACK OF THE VAN IS HOT","quote_2_odi":"11258791","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD THIS VEHICLE SINCE 2013 AND LIVE ARIZONA. SUMMERS ARE EXTREMELY HOT. WE PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE FOR OUR FAMILY. AT THE TIME WE HAD 7 CHILDREN. WE NOW HAVE 10, SO EVERY SEAT IN OUR VAN IS TAKEN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nissan-nv200-2013-tire-wear-cupping","label":"Premature tire wear and cupping","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10664815","quote_1_text":"AFTER 15000 MILES THE DEALERSHIP SAYS I NEED NEW TIRES ON THE REAR OF MY NV200 VAN. THE AXLE HUBS ARE LEANING IN AT CLOSE TO 5 DEG. THIS IS CHEWING UP THE TIRES AND CAUSING CUPPING. THE TIRES ARE VIBRATING AND MAKING NOISE. NISSAN SAYS THE AXLE IS N SPEC\"","quote_2_odi":"10664008","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS 2013 NISSAN NV200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER TIRE WAS CUPPING FROM PREMATURE WEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT AN ALIGNMENT NEEDED TO BE PERFORMED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"10579684","quote_3_text":"I BROUGHT THE VEHICLE TO COASTAL NISSAN DEALER SHIP IN NORWELL MA . I SHOWED THEM MY TIRES THEY HAD A CERTIFIED TECHNICIAN INSPECT THE TIRES . HE REPORTED BACK THE TIRES ARE DEFECTIVE . HE SAID A BELT HAD LET GO INSIDE THE TIRE AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE FOR THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11071653","quote_1_text":"TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, TRAFFIC SLOWED. AS TRAFFIC WAS SLOWING AND I WAS BRAKING TRAFFIC CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP. I WAS MAINTAINING MY NORMAL FOLLOWING DISTANCE, YET THE VEHICLE SEEMED TO TAKE A LONGER DISTANCE THAN NORMAL TO STOP","quote_2_odi":"11701842","quote_2_text":"On 9/25/25 I was driving through a green light in Baltimore MD. The streets were grand view and w cold spring lane . A driver ran the red light from my left side and hit me so hard he totaled my 2014 NV200 cab edition","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-airbag-warning-recall-unresolved","label":"Airbag warning light and unresolved Takata recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11704421","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan NV200. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where an unknown air bag recall repair was performed; however, the failure recurred a week later","quote_2_odi":"11431696","quote_2_text":"My passenger airbag light has been on ever since I've owned this vehicle starting January of 2019. I see there has been an open recall on this since May of 2016, which means it hasn't been solved in over 5 years","quote_3_odi":"10910230","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN NV200. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11219487","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE SHUT OFF AND THE POWER STEERING SEIZED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO STEER THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE FUSE TO THE FUEL PUMP","quote_2_odi":"10967487","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN NV3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE DEALER REPLACED THE MOTOR, THE WIRING HARNESS, THE MUFFLER AND EIGHT CATALYTIC CONVERTERS","quote_3_odi":"10721924","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST POWER WHILE TRAVELING IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. ENGINE WAS RUNNING BUT THERE WAS NO RESPONSE WHEN STEPPING DOWN ON ACCELERATOR. THIS PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED 3 TIMES IN THE LAST THREE (3) WEEKS AND AT LEAST A HALF-DOZEN TIMES IN THE LAST TWO (2) MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-powertrain-unexpected-behavior","label":"Unexpected transmission and park-gear behavior","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2016-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10701923","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERLESS VEHICLE ROLLED AWAY (DOWNHILL, GOING FORWARD) WHILE IN PARK, WITH IGNITION TURNED OFF, KEY REMOVED FROM IGNITION AND THE DOORS LOCKED","quote_2_odi":"10822243","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTED AND THE VEHICLE HESITATED. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. AFTER RESTARTING, THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-premature-front-tire-wear","label":"Premature front tire wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10660738","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT OUR NV200 IN JULY BRAND NEW AND TODAY WE NOTICED THAT BOTH FRONT TIRES ARE EXTREMELY WORN WITH VIRTUALLY NO TREAD. THE TIRE PRESSURE WAS PERFECT","quote_2_odi":"10760173","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE NEW WEAR ON TIRES FRONT VERY BAD ROTATED TIRES AT 5000 MILES REAR TIRES AND FRONT TIRES WEAR RATE AT 17000 MILES HAD TO REPLACE TIRES AT THREE MONTHS AND 17000 MILES TIRE PRESSURE NORMAL OPERATING PRESSURES AND TEMPERTURES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2014-rear-cabin-hvac-failure","label":"Rear-cabin heating and air conditioning failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11630603","quote_1_text":"The Nissan NV 200 heaters stop working. We now have 3 NV 200's (2 model year 2014 and 1 model year 2020) with non-working heaters. The blower works, but only blows cool air. When the windshields fog up, they cannot be defrosted","quote_2_odi":"11114639","quote_2_text":"THE AIR CONDITIONING FOR THIS PASSENGER VAN IS NOT SUFFICIENT TO KEEP REAR PASSENGERS AT A SAFE TEMPERATURE. THERE IS AN OPEN CASE WITH NISSAN, BUT NO REPAIR HAS BEEN FOUND AT THIS TIME. THESE VEHICLES ARE NOT SAFE FOR TRANSPORT PASSENGERS, ESPECIALLY CHILDREN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2015-airbag-recall-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light unresolved by Takata recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10925484","quote_1_text":"REF: RECALL 16V-244. RECEIVED INITIAL RECALL NOTICE AND TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALERSHIP JUNE 2016 AND WAS TOLD NOT WORRY ABOUT IT. RECEIVED SECOND NOTIFICATION FROM NISSAN THIS WEEK, AND SO SO FAR LOCAL DEALER STILL REFUSES TO ADDRESS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10910495","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN NV200. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAG)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2015-airbag-unintended-deployment","label":"Airbag deploys without warning or impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10893995","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN NV200. WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING; HOWEVER, SPECIFIC DETAILS COULD NOT BE PROVIDED","quote_2_odi":"10916512","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V244000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2015-brake-pedal-loses-resistance","label":"Brake pedal loses resistance intermittently","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11163102","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN TRAFFIC ON A DRY, STRAIGHT ROAD AT ABOUT 35MPH, TRAFFIC STARTED TO SLOW FOR A RED LIGHT. THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR WITH NO RESISTANCE AND HAD NO EFFECT ON VEHICLE SPEED. FRANTICALLY PUMPING THE BRAKE PEDAL GRADUALLY INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL RESISTANCE","quote_2_odi":"11185511","quote_2_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THE BRAKES HAVE MALFUNCTIONED BUT THIS TIME WE WERE ABLE TO GET DASHCAM FOOTAGE. BRAKE PEDAL MAINTAINED PRESSURE LIKE NORMAL BUT DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE AT FIRST. IT FELT LIKE BRAKING ON ICE. PUMPING BRAKES EVENTUALLY BROUGHT THE BRAKES BACK ONLINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2015-climate-control-repeat-failure","label":"Climate control system repeat failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11190414","quote_1_text":"MY AIR CONDITIONING BROKE FOR THE 3RD TIME","quote_2_odi":"11118292","quote_2_text":"REAR A/C HAS ZERO FLOW THEREFORE THE BACK GETS EXCEPTIONALLY HOT...THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WE HAD THIS ISSUE. LAST YEAR NISSAN CHANGED COMPONENTS AND TOLD US THE ISSUE HAD BEEN RESOLVED. NOW ITS HAS HAPPENED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2015-uneven-tire-wear-cupping","label":"Premature uneven tire wear and cupping","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10785547","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING SIGNIFICANT, EARLY, UNEVEN TIRE WEAR AND TIRE CUPPING, CREATING POTENTIAL FOR INJURY OF DRIVER AND PASSENGER IF NOT REGULARLY INSPECTED. TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED EARLY AT 21,332 MILES. THE VEHICLE HAS ALIGNMENT ISSUES THAT WERE NOT RESOLVED…","quote_2_odi":"10811037","quote_2_text":"AT 23000 MILES BOTH BACK TIRES WERE FOUND TO BE BAD, BOTH TIRES HAVE A SINGLE FLAT SPOT WITH ONE WORN THRU TO THE CORD. BOTH FLAT SPOTS WERE ON THE INSIDE SIDE OF THE TIRE MAKING IT HARD TO NOTICE WITHOUT JACKING UP THE VEHICLE. EITHER THE VEHICLE OR THE TIRES ARE DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2016-airbag-deployment-anomaly","label":"Airbag deploys unexpectedly or fails to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10926762","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN NV200. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO AVOID RUNNING OVER A COYOTE, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A LARGE ROCK ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11349284","quote_2_text":"UPON CLOSING THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR WHILE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY, THE ENTIRETY OF THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS ON THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2016-airbag-warning-light-recall","label":"Occupant detection airbag warning light unresolved","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11548484","quote_1_text":"My passenger airbag warning light stays on even if someone is sitting in the seat and my airbag warning light on dash stays on. I ve had diagnostics run on vehicle and there are no codes","quote_2_odi":"11429519","quote_2_text":"Air bag diagnosis control unit and occupant detection control unit need replaced. Airbag light just came on and continues to blink. Nissan has had recalls on this problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2016-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal needs pumping under hard braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10956989","quote_1_text":"FEEL HAVE A BRAKING PROBLEM WITH NV 3500 2016. IN NORMAL BRAKING SEEMS TO WORK WELL. IN HARD STOPS AND PANIC BRAKING PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR OR END OF TRAVEL. FEEL I MUST PUMP BRAKES TO GET MAXIMUM BRAKING AND A RETURN OF PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11445447","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan NV3500. The contact stated that while driving the brakes became inoperable. The speedometer and odometer became inoperable. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2016-catalytic-converter-failure","label":"Catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11339285","quote_1_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, DIAGNOSED AS CATALYTIC CONVERTER FAILURE. LOCAL DEALERSHIP ADVISED TO REPLACE BOTH CONVERTERS AT $2500. NISSAN WOULD NOT COVER UNDER WARRANTY AS IT CLAIMS CONVERTERS ARE COVERED UNDER EXHAUST/EMISSIONS WARRANTY AT 50K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11118253","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN NV. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF ENGINE POWER AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"NV200","model_slug":"nv200","cluster_id":"nv200-2016-rear-cabin-ac-airflow","label":"Insufficient rear cabin A/C airflow","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11114553","quote_1_text":"REAR A/C HAS ZERO FLOW THEREFORE THE BACK GETS EXCEPTIONALLY HOT","quote_2_odi":"11389829","quote_2_text":"THE AC AIR FLOW IN THE BACK OF THE VAN IS COMPLETELY INSUFFICIENT. THE AIR COMING OUT OF THE VENTS IS COOL, HOWEVER THE FLOW OF AIR IS SO LIGHT/SLOW, THE PASSENGERS IN THE BACK CANNOT FEEL IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/nv200","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2006,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"nissan-pathfinder-2006-engine-stalling-while","label":"Engine stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":837,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11253457","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED, BUT WAS ABLE TO RESTART. ADDITIONALLY, THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY REVVED UP AND ACCELERATED","quote_2_odi":"11220487","quote_2_text":"LATELY, MY 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER HAS BEEN STALLING OR SHUTTING DOWN WHILE I AM DRIVING MY VEHICLE. I AM NOT SURE WHY, BUT EVERYTHING STAYS ON AND RUNS FINE, IT IS JUST THAT THE VEHICLE WILL NOT MOVE","quote_3_odi":"11173887","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE CONTACT STARTED THE VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTED TO DRIVE IN REVERSE, THE VEHICLE STALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2006,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"nissan-pathfinder-2006-fuel-gauge-inaccurate","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":837,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11619336","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the company owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge displayed a full tank, then suddenly displayed that the fuel was empty, improperly displaying the fuel level","quote_2_odi":"11098629","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE DISPLAYED THE INCORRECT FUEL LEVEL. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11088392","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE FUEL GAUGE WAS NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2006,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"nissan-pathfinder-2006-timing-chain-noise-failure","label":"Timing chain noise and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":837,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11339965","quote_1_text":"MY TIMING CHAIN ON MY PATHFINDER HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE. IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN NOISY BUT A FEW WEEKS AGO IT REALLY STARTED GETTING LOUD WHILE DRIVING IN MOTION AROUND","quote_2_odi":"10910903","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH NISSAN USA. MY TIMING CHAIN HAS TO BE REPLACED AT MY COST DUE TO ITS FAULTY DESIGN. ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO THE TIMING CHAIN WHILE DRIVING AND TURNING, LEFT MY WIFE STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"10904560","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN IS MESSING UP WHICH ITS CLEAR THAT ALL NISSAN PATHFINDERS MADE FROM 2004-2010 HAVE THAT PROBLEM AS WELL AS THE AUTOMATIC WINDOWS NOT WORKING GOING UP OR DOWN WHEN USING AUTOMATIC AS WELL AS PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT GOING OFF RANDOMLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2006,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"nissan-pathfinder-2006-transmission-coolant-cross","label":"Transmission failure from coolant cross-contamination","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":121,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":837,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11484498","quote_1_text":"Transmission oil cooler line in radiator broke causing coolant and transmission oil to mix and car is not driveable and needs $3,000 repairs","quote_2_odi":"11425281","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed do to coolant in transmission. .got stuck in traffic and couldn’t go anywhere .this is a known problem with these vehicles .vehicle has been inspected by owner who is a mechanic .there were no warning signs","quote_3_odi":"11348836","quote_3_text":"RADIATOR FLUID GOING INTO THE TRANSMISSION CAUSING THE TCM FAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2006,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"nissan-pathfinder-2006-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":837,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11593953","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of transmission failure during the gear shifting. The contact stated that the gear shifter would remain in neutral","quote_2_odi":"11316892","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2006 NISSAN PATHFINDER AND I WAS DRIVING TO THE DOCTOR AND THERE WAS A SHUDDER. I DIDN'T KNOW EXACTLY WHAT IT WAS UNTIL I DID SOME RESEARCH WHICH EXPLAINS THERE ARE A LOT OF PROBLEMS WITH NISSAN TRANSMISSIONS IN GENERAL","quote_3_odi":"11316894","quote_3_text":"TO ADD TO MY PREVIOUS COMPLAINT MY TRANSMISSION TOTALLY WENT OUT WHEN I WAS DRIVING TO MY MOMS FRIENDS HOUSE. I CAN'T EVEN DRIVE IT TO GET PLACES I NEED TO GO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11128557","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PERUZZI NISSAN (215-943-6200, LOCATED AT 165 LINCOLN HWY, FAIRLESS HILLS, PA 19030) WHERE IT WAS","quote_2_odi":"10459683","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT STAYS ILLUMINATED AS IF I AM NOT IN THE SEAT INSTEAD OF GOING OUT LIKE IT'S SUPPOSED TO DO. IT IS ACTING AS IF A SMALL CHILD OR SMALL ADULT IS IN THE SEAT. I AM 5FT 11IN TALL AND WEIGH 135 LBS. THIS FAR EXCEEDS THE FDA DESIGN/MANUFACTURING QUALIFICATIONS","quote_3_odi":"11044285","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT WAS CALLING ON BEHALF OF THE OWNER OF A 2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO KELLY NISSAN OF BEVERLY (420 CABOT STREET, BEVERLY, MA 01915; 978-922-1405). THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2010-radiator-transmission-fluid-mix","label":"Radiator-to-transmission fluid cross-contamination","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11130683","quote_1_text":"ENGINE COOLANT (ANTIFREEZE) IS MIXING WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID. WHEN GOING TO ADD TRANSMISSION FLUID AND CHECKING ALL OTHER FLUIDS, I REALIZED THAT THE RADIATOR IS FILLED WITH A YELLOW MILKY COLORED SLUDGE, AND MY TRANSMISSION FLUID IS BONE DRY. FURTHER RESEARCH INTO THIS PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10730171","quote_2_text":"ON MY WAY TO WORK IN EARLY MORNING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC MY TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY LOCKED UP IN A LOWER GEAR. THE CAR BEGAN TO SHUDDER AND I WAS FORCED TO SLOW TO ABOUT 15 MPH. I WAS VERY LUCKY THAT NO ONE STRUCK ME FROM THE REAR AS TRAFFIC WAS VERY HEAVY. NISSAN STATED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"11035544","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\"; WHILE DRIVING ON THE CITY STREETS IN LOS ANGELES, CA THE POWER TRAIN (AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION) FAILED AND THE RADIATOR FAILED. THE GASKET IN THE RADIATOR THAT SEPARATES THE OIL AND WATER FAILED IN THE RADIATOR WHILE THESE FLUIDS ARE COOLED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2010-rear-subframe-rust","label":"Rear sub-frame rust-through","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11521638","quote_1_text":"I had a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder that was “bought back” by Nissan after 6 years of use because of a “rusted frame” and now once again I have a 2010 Nissan Pathfinder, where the rear sub-frame rusted through and caused the wheel to give out and track wrong -causing a life-or-death","quote_2_odi":"11619961","quote_2_text":"rear sub frame rusted through. Vans in Mansfield Ohio showed us were were the frame was completely rusted out","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2010-steering-wheel-control-loss","label":"Steering wheel control and effort issues","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10344976","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE DRIVER WAS OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT REMAIN STRAIGHT. SHE HAD APPLY EXTREME PRESSURE TO THE STEERING WHEELS IN ORDER TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND AVOID DRIFTING INTO THE LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11282055","quote_2_text":"STEERING IS DETERIORATING AND POPPING IN THE FRONT END SUSPENSION","quote_3_odi":"10978877","quote_3_text":"HARD TO TURN HARD TO STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2011-airbag-warning-light-spiral-cable","label":"Airbag warning light and spiral cable faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11184851","quote_1_text":"AIR BLAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED AT 107,716 MILES ON VEHICLE. TAKEN INTO DEALERSHIP AND GIVEN AN ERROR CODE WITH A RECOMMENDATION TO REPLACE DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG AND SPIRAL CABLE. WAS GIVEN A QUOTE OF $1300+ TO FIX","quote_2_odi":"10861011","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS FLASHING ON AND OFF. THE DEALER SAID IT IS THE AIRBAG SWITCH. I HAD TO PAY $150.00 TO GET IT DIAGNOSED AND THE 2 FRONT AIRBAGS WILL NEED TO BE REPLACED AT THE TOTAL OF $2500.00. MY VEHICLE HAS ONLY 46,000 MILES, THIS SHOULD BE A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11064130","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER (RAMSEY NISSAN, 401 STATE RT 17, UPPER SADDLE RIVER, NJ 07458) FOR A ROUTINE OIL CHANGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2011-brake-pedal-loses-pressure","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure to the floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11487315","quote_1_text":"Brake are to the floor, will not come back off the floor. I have everything replace including master cylinder at Nissan. They were unable to figure out what is causing this","quote_2_odi":"11297566","quote_2_text":"WAS TRAVELING AT ABOUT 30MPH WHEN I CAME TO MAKE A STOP MY BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR CAUSING ME TO ALMOST CRASH UNTIL E BRAKE BROUGHT ME TO A STOP. MECHANIC CHECKED AND COULD NOT GET THE TRUCK TO DO IT AGAIN. BRAKES AND ROTORS AND BRAKE FLUID ARE ALL IN TACT","quote_3_odi":"10395492","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH WHEN THE BRAKES WERE DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED INTO THE FLOORBOARD BUT DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AS SHE CRASHED INTO A STOP SIGN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2011-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11575665","quote_1_text":"Through a check engine light for camshaft position sensor bank 1 so I replaced both of them well that cleared the check engine light for a min and was running good the after five min of running it started rough idling cutting off and throwing a check engine light for p0340 again","quote_2_odi":"11437971","quote_2_text":"The Vehicle will frequently and without warning lose all power while in the roadway. Last evening I was exiting the highway when I lost engine power and power steering. The dashboard lights came on and I had to coast to the nearest driveway","quote_3_odi":"11256327","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AT SPEEDS OF 40 MPH MY CAR'S ENGINE HAS STALLED. MY CAR AT TIMES WILL NOT TURN OVER BUT THEN WILL CRANK AND THE VDC SLIP LIGHT COMES ON AND MY ENGINE SPUTTERS. THE BATTERY IS GOOD, THE ALTERNATOR IS GOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2011-rear-subframe-rust-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe rust corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11666317","quote_1_text":"Rear sub frame has significant rust, snapped while driving at slow speed, there was no injury but steering was affected, no harm done this time but it is a known issue, 2wd model has a recall for the same part with the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11559867","quote_2_text":"Frame is rotted from rust. Not drivable as drive train connection to wheels in rear end ready to fail at any moment. Rust is so bad it will require towing to be repaired. Repair estimate exceeds blue book value. $4800. 110,000 current mileage","quote_3_odi":"11665673","quote_3_text":"My airbag light and seatbelt light are on and the horn has stopped working. Frame and front suspension is making a horrible creaking sound and has been for months. Frame seems to be rotted … I’ve taken it to multiple places to have it looked at","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2011-transmission-drivetrain-failure","label":"Transmission and drivetrain component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10838166","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH AND MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED; HOWEVER, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO RESPOND. THE ENGINE BEGAN TO REV","quote_2_odi":"10622665","quote_2_text":"STOPPED CAR AND TRANSMISSION, BRAKES, STEERING ALL QUIT WORKING AND CAR WOULD NOT RESTART. BOLT ATTACHING TRANSMISSION CABLE TO GEAR BOX FELL OFF!! I WAS VERY LUCK WHERE IT HAPPENED. POTENTIALLY EXTREMELY DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"10452719","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A PICTURE, BUT IT'S A RENTAL CAR FROM ENTERPRISE RENTAL IN NEW HAVEN CT AND THE DRIVE SHAFT 4 MOUNTING BOLTS FELL OFF AND THE DRIVE SHAFT DISCONNECTED FROM THE FRONT TRANSFER CASE. HAD IT DROP ON THE ROAD THERE COULD OF BEEN A DISASTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2012-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and recall repair failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2016-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10838927","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN A 40MPH CAR ACCIDENOT AND MY FRONT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10825803","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH, A DEER JUMPED INTO THE ROAD CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO IT. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO INJURIES SUSTAINED AND THERE WAS A POLICE REPORT FILED","quote_3_odi":"10778272","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED THE RECALL LETTER, TOOK MY CAR IN, THEY SAID IT WAS DONE, IT WAS NOT DONE CORRECTLY, I TOOK IT BACK WAS TOLD IT WAS A CLIP NOT CLIPPED CORRECTLY,. THE AIRBAG LIGHT STARTED FLASHING AGAIN. I CALLED AND TOLD THE RECALL WAS EXPIRED AND I WOULD HAVE TO PAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2012-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11096647","quote_1_text":"WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, THE ENGINE WILL ALL OF A SUDDEN SEIZE. THIS HAS HAPPENED 5 TIMES, 2 TIMES ON THE FREEWAY AT 55 - 65 MPH, SEIZED IN MOTION, STEPPED ALL THE WAY DOWN ON GAS AFTER ENGINE SEIZED, ENGINE REVS, HARDLY ANY POWER, ALMOST DOWN TO 10 MPH IN LESS THAN 10","quote_2_odi":"11421203","quote_2_text":"We purchased the truck in 2018. Starting last year the truck starting losing power, not cutting on. Replaced the battery and have had 5 mechanics check it. Not one mechanic has been able to find the issue. Today my truck cut off in a tunnel with my children in the car","quote_3_odi":"11195861","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT ANY TIME, MORNING, AFTERNOON.... CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WILL GO ON AND WITHIN SECONDS, MINUTES..., ENGINE WILL REV, SEIZE AND WHEN PRESSING GAS, ENGINE WILL REV BUT BARELY ANY PROPULSION. IF DRIVING AT 60MPH, ENGINE WILL SEIZE AND SPEED WILL DROP IMMEDIATELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2012-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11700670","quote_1_text":"Right lower control arm snapped while driving at highway speed (65MPH) causing vehicle into a 360 spin. Vehicle spun, was hard to control and tire blew out at speed. Others behind me or in front may have gotten involved if traffic was heavier at the time","quote_2_odi":"11582196","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed that the rear tires were abnormally damaged. The contact stated that upon further inspection, he noticed that the subframe was severely corroded and fractured","quote_3_odi":"11574413","quote_3_text":"Rear lower control arm broke while driving. Vehicle had to be moved on a rollback. Upon replacing control arm, cracks have been found at several points on the crossmember subframe. As it stands, the vehicle is a danger to have on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2013-airbag-ocs-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag OCS sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":890,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11432313","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased a 2013 Pathfinder with 71,000 miles. My 2013 Pathfinder has a faulty OCS. The RED AIRBAG light is illuminated on the dashboard that will not go off","quote_2_odi":"11434855","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. He also stated that the OCS sensor failed to recognize an occupant seated in the passenger’s side seat, which would cause the air bag to become inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11543885","quote_3_text":"Hi, in 2018, Nissan replaced the passenger occupancy module as part of a recall. That module has now gone bad again (~5 years), and Nissan is charging its customers to replace","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2013-cvt-judder","label":"CVT transmission judder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":890,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11731140","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, there was a slight jerking or hesitation before the vehicle accelerated. The failure was intermittent","quote_2_odi":"11689041","quote_2_text":"Starts with juddering, loss of power. While driving you can experience a total complete loss of power which deceleration quickly which can cause other vehicles to hit you from behind. End result, shifter moves but doesnt engage gears, like you're in neutral","quote_3_odi":"11673253","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jolted while upshifting and accelerating. The check engine warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2013-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood unlatching while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":890,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11749493","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Linkages); however, the recall repair failed to prevent a failure from occurring","quote_2_odi":"11632133","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at approximately 60 MPH, the hood unintendedly opened and shattered the windshield. No warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11544107","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the hood unlatched and struck the front windshield. No one was injured","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2013-subframe-corrosion","label":"Rear subframe corrosion and failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":890,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11687997","quote_1_text":"Rear subframe rusted through and unable to be repaired. Contacted Nissan and would not assist even though some VIN # of the same year were recalled and replaced","quote_2_odi":"11633348","quote_2_text":"Rear Subframe/under body completely rusted out at cracked. My daughter and I drive a lot for her health condition to appointments","quote_3_odi":"11672999","quote_3_text":"The rear sub-frame, to which the suspension system is connected had rusted out and failed. Two different mechanics indicated the vehicle is unsafe to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2013-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor failing to stay in place","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":890,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11517625","quote_1_text":"Sun visors on both driver and passenger side, have problems and keep falling down. It is a known recurring issue with Nissan, and it blocks vision of the road ahead, as well as when they hang down, it causes head injury thrust against the edge of visor","quote_2_odi":"11479425","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the sun visor failed to operate. The contact stated that the sun visor blocked her vision","quote_3_odi":"11337266","quote_3_text":"THE SUNVISOR/SHADE ON BOTH THE PASSENGER SIDE AND THE DRIVER SIDE IS NOT STAYING IN PLACE. IT IS BLOCKING THE VIEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-brake-switch-fault","label":"Brake switch fault causing no acceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11645174","quote_1_text":"Brake lights staying on and when pressing down on gas no acceleration. Car stalls and when pressing on gas again acceleration accrues.. very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11439328","quote_2_text":"June 2021 I brought my 2014 Nissan Pathfinder in for routine maintenance. I was informed there was a recall for the 'Brake Switch'. I had not received notice for this recall but east Charlotte Nissan insisted it get done. Until this date I had NO problems with this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11330701","quote_3_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATE WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS NOT DEPRESSED.. ISSUE OCCURS WHEN VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AND AT REST, INCLUDING WHEN THE VEHICLE IS POWERED OFF. THE ISSUE HAS LED TO BATTERY DEPLETION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-cvt-judder","label":"CVT judder and shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":116,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11750190","quote_1_text":"2014 Nissan Parhfinder FWD Premium: this vehicles CVT joint failed that shirt the engine down to about 10 miles an hour immediately","quote_2_odi":"11695863","quote_2_text":"Car has extreme CVT shudder on acceleration. Know issue with Nissan (service bulletin NTB17-039K). Confirmed by dealer. Nissan won't fix this issue because of ever changing excuses. Issues caused traffic issue close call accident and driver hit head on side glass due to shudder","quote_3_odi":"11651659","quote_3_text":"While entering highway from a start the cvt shook the the car violently. Unable to get up to speed in safe manner. hit head on river door glass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-door-handle-snap","label":"Interior door handle snapping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11435623","quote_1_text":"Interior driver’s side door handle snapped when I tried open it today from the inside. The only way to get out of the car now is to roll down the window and open from the outside. This seems to have happened to many other owners and was actually a recall on the 2008 Nissan murano","quote_2_odi":"11480156","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the front driver's side interior door handle no longer functioned as needed, and the door could not be opened from inside the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11446154","quote_3_text":"My 2014 Pathfinder has had all 4 door handles break just randomly causing us to be stuck in the vehicle without being able to get out unless we roll down the windows","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11593248","quote_1_text":"This recall has been out for 2 years now and Nissan still hasn’t come up with a way to fix it or a replacement. I’m constantly in fear driving down the highway that my hood will fly up into my windshield","quote_2_odi":"11436637","quote_2_text":"While driving the 2014 Nissan Pathfinder at 50 mph the hood came unlatched. It then hit the windshield and broke the fenders. This caused no visibility of the road while traveling at a high speed. The issue was reported to Nissan however, the vehicle is out of warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-rear-subframe-rust","label":"Rear subframe rust and corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11733448","quote_1_text":"Driver's side (left) rear trailing arm broke away from the rear subframe mount due to excessive rust and corrosion. In addition to the failed trailing arm mount location, the mount to the body in the same location also rusted through","quote_2_odi":"11695187","quote_2_text":"Rear subframe failure due to rust","quote_3_odi":"11668294","quote_3_text":"Rear subframe rusted through and car was a safety hazard to drive. Entire rear subframe needed to be replaced. Remainder of car only contained surface rust","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-sun-visor-drop","label":"Sun visor failure to stay upright","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11342166","quote_1_text":"SUN VISORS ON 2014 NISSAN PATHFINDER NEED TO BE RECALLED, DEFINITELY A SAFETY HAZARD. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE VISORS WILL NOT STAY UP, OBSTRUCTING VISIBILITY. HAVE NOTED MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS. COME ON NISSAN; WE HAVE DRIVEN YOUR AUTOMOBILES FOR 25 YRS NOW","quote_2_odi":"11348797","quote_2_text":"BOTH SUNVISORS IN MY VEHICLE ARE BEING HELD UP WITH BUNGY CORDS BECAUSE THEY JUST FALL DOWN INTO YOUR FACE WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11331606","quote_3_text":"SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE IS BROKE. HAD THE CAR 2 YEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":573,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11322776","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11430582","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway at 75 mph on 8/26/21 the moon roof above the driving compartment shattered. It was preceded by a loud explosion sound which startled the driver enough to have to pull over","quote_3_odi":"11434895","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the sunroof glass fractured without impact. The contact stated that there was no injury sustained","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-air-bag-unintended-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11221504","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT IS GOING OFF","quote_2_odi":"11503252","quote_2_text":"The vehicle had no issues after being stopped for three days the airbag light on the dashboard started to flash and the passenger airbag-off light is on even with a passenger seated on.","quote_3_odi":"11321442","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN INFORMED OF FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 18,000.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-brake-switch-failure","label":"Brake light switch failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11203380","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAINED ON WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS SHUT OFF. AT SEVERAL POINTS, THE ACCELERATOR STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING, THIS HAPPENED ON A FOUR-LANE STREET AND ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS.","quote_2_odi":"11218656","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE RELAY IS DEFECTIVE. IT'S CAUSING THE CAR TO THINK THE BRAKE IS ENGAGED AND YOU CANNOT USE THE ACCELERATOR. THE NISSAN TECH NOTES EVEN RECOMMEND BYPASSING PART OF THE SYSTEM WHEN YOU REPAIR…","quote_3_odi":"11666253","quote_3_text":"Back brake lights stay on. Seems like brakes are stuck as I can start my car without pressing the brakes and can get it out of the park position without having to push the brakes. I had to disconnect my battery to keep it from being drained…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-cooling-fan-noise-failure","label":"Cooling fan noise and failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11365760","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE COOLING FAN PART NUMBER 21481-3JA2E HAS FAILED TWICE IN THIS VEHICLE. FIRST TIME AT 50,529 MILES AND AGAIN AT 106,370","quote_2_odi":"11297310","quote_2_text":"RADIATOR FAN MOTOR, SEEMS TO BE COMMON PROBLEM. CAN HEAR BEARINGS RATTLING IN THE FAN MOTOR.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-cvt-judder-transmission-failure","label":"CVT judder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11729594","quote_1_text":"CVT judder problems on acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11463434","quote_2_text":"Shuttering occurs upon acceleration from a stop and loss of power. Intermittent stalling an extreme loss of power.","quote_3_odi":"11184763","quote_3_text":"MY CVT TRANSMISSION IS SO LOUD THAT I WAS ALMOST T BONED BY A FIRE TRUCK BECAUSE I COULD NOT HEAR THE SIRENS. PLEASE HELP!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11528552","quote_1_text":"The hood latch is not secure, while driving on the interstate especially, you can see the hood blowing up..This is dangerous because the hood may lift up while driving.","quote_2_odi":"11375938","quote_2_text":"WE WERE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH WHEN THE HOOD OPENED UP AND HIT THE WINDSHIELD. THE SAFETY LATCH DID NOT ENGAGE. IT BENT UP THE HOOD, CRACKED THE WINDSHIELD AND DENTED THE ROOF. THE HOOD WAS DOWN AND LATCHED WHEN WE LEFT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11234298","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR INTERFEARS WITH VISION. IT CAN NOT STAY UP. JUST FLOPS DOWN.","quote_2_odi":"11386093","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR KEEP FALLING DOWN WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11166729","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR DOES NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY OR STAY IN PLACE WHEN OPENED. WHEN OPENED TO BLOCK SUN, IT DOESN'T STAY IN POSITION AND BLOCKS SOME VISIBILITY OF THE ROAD INFRONT. DOES THIS WEATHER VEHICLE IS ON OR OFF.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2015-wheel-suspension-detachment","label":"Wheel and suspension detachment","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":319,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11270649","quote_1_text":"LUGNUTS COMPLETELY FELL OFF, STEM BROKE, AND WHEEL FLEW UP INTO WHEEL WELL CAUSING A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ACCIDENT AT 60 MPH ON A MAJOR INTERSTATE WITH NO PULL OFF DUE TO NOT BEING ABLE TO MOVE CAR AND MAJOR DAMAGE TO CAR…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-brake-pedal-fade","label":"Brake pedal fade to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11518210","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 45 MPH and coming to a stop light, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond","quote_2_odi":"11323259","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENT BRAKE SYSTEM ISSUE. WHILE STOPPED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL FADE CAUSING THE CAR TO CREEP AND THE BRAKE PEDAL GOES TO THE FLOOR FORCING DRIVER TO RELEASE AND REAPPLY BRAKE TO STOP VEHICLE FROM MOVING","quote_3_odi":"11140412","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF THE DRIVER. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A DITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-cooling-fan-bearing-failure","label":"Cooling fan bearing failure and noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11398173","quote_1_text":"FAN BEARINGS IN THE TWIN FAN SHROUD HAVE FAILED AND ARE CREATING A LOUD NOISE AND HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING AND POTENTIAL ENGINE TROUBLE. THE NHTSA AND NISSAN HAVE PUT OUT A TSB (NTB17-100) IN OCT 2017","quote_2_odi":"11209375","quote_2_text":"2016 NISSAN PATHFINDER WITH 81,000 MILES. DUAL COOLING FANS BEHIND RADIATOR HAVE LOUD RATTLE, ESPECIALLY WHILE A/C IS BEING USED","quote_3_odi":"11154548","quote_3_text":"AT 48,800 MILES RADIATOR FAN FAILED. AS WAS EXPLAINED TO ME BY SERVICE ADVISOR AT NISSAN DEALER, A MOUNTING PART FAILED AND CAUSED THE FAN TO RUB AGAINST THE SHROUD WHEN IN OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-cvt-judder-failure","label":"CVT judder, hesitation, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11704677","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and sputtered while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11424875","quote_2_text":"My car hit 62,000 miles, it started having transmission issues. It shakes, makes large noises, the car tries to stall, having issues accelerating, and loss power. I am concerned that the car will turn off or broke down while driving","quote_3_odi":"11755818","quote_3_text":"Driving along and it felt as if I were driving over a rumble strip. It stopped after a while, but later that evening I felt it again, but this time the shudder was stronger and it sounded almost like a loud bird chirping","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood and trunk latch failure after recall repair","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11641624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while receiving an oil change, the mechanic was unable to securely close the hood of the vehicle. The mechanic lubricated the hood latch and was able to close the hood","quote_2_odi":"11431131","quote_2_text":"While driving 70 mph on the turnpike, the hood of my vehicle came up and shattered my windshield, bent my hood and roof, amongst other damage. Despite the hood covering my windshield, I was able to safely navigate to a pull-off on the road","quote_3_odi":"11427702","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the hood of the vehicle would not properly secure and latch when closed. After having the oil changed, the mechanic was unable to secure the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-passenger-airbag-ocs-false-off","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor false-off indication","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11501521","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag doesn’t activate at all. The OCS sensor is faulty. When someone sits in the front passenger seat, the airbag remains off. This is a known defect with Nissan Pathfinders","quote_2_odi":"11242027","quote_2_text":"RE: RECALL 16V244000 NISSAN PATHFINDER WAS RECALLED TO FIX PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR. WITHIN 2 MONTHS AFTER REPAIR PROBLEM BEGAN AGAIN INTERMITTENTLY. APPROX 30% OF STARTS SHOWED PASS AIRBAG OFF IN SPITE OF PASSENGER IN PLACE","quote_3_odi":"10934872","quote_3_text":"I WAS THE PERSON WHO FIRST FILED THE AIRBAG ISSUE ON NHTSA. FINALLY TODAY, THE ISSUE WAS \"PATCHED\".I SAY PATCHED NOT FIXED SINCE NOW THE \"AIRBAG OFF\" LIGHT IS ALWAYS ON IN MY CAR WHICH DOES NOT MATCH THE MANUAL OF MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11578577","quote_1_text":"The engine in this vehicle has shut off two times while we were driving it. We were forced to make emergency exits off of the roadway in order to prevent injury to ourselves and others","quote_2_odi":"11267644","quote_2_text":"MY CAR LOSE THE POWER AND ONLY WAS 25MILES BY HOURS SPEED, THIS HAPPEN RUNNING IN THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11268720","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK ON THE INTERSTATE AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. GLASS WAS EVERYWHERE INSIDE THE VEHICLE AND MYSELF. IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN","quote_2_odi":"10955674","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF BLEW UP FROM THE INSIDE OUT WHILE DRIVING AT 80 MPH. GLASS FLEW TO THE VEHICLE THAT WAS FOLLOWING MINE. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING ON COLUMBIA, SC. HIGHWAY 26","quote_3_odi":"11075647","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY FOR NO REASON AND NISSAN IS NOT WANTING TO REPAIR DUE TO BEING OUT OF MILEAGE WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2016-wheel-separation","label":"Wheel separation while driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11180953","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN MY CAR STARTED VIBRATING (MUCH LIKE THE FEELING OF WHEN A CAR NEEDS TO GET THE WHEELS ALIGNED). I GOT OFF OF THE HIGHWAY TO TAKE IT TO A NEARBY NISSAN DEALERSHIP SERVICE PARTS SHOP TO HAVE IT LOOKED AT","quote_2_odi":"10953529","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING OUR 2016 NISSAN PATHFINDER VEHICLE, WE FELT A SUDDEN VIBRATION AND THEN THE NEXT THING WE KNEW, THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL (TIRE AND RIM) FELL OFF THE CAR. THE VEHICLE CAME DOWN ON WHAT REMAINED OF THE RIGHT FRONT WHEEL ASSEMBLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-abs-brake-failure","label":"ABS actuator and brake fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11549052","quote_1_text":"ABS pump \"blew\" lost compression and leaked all the brake fluid down the engine and all over the control arm. Brake pedal needed to go all the way to the floor to barely use the brakes. EBRAKE light stayed on even when not in use","quote_2_odi":"11156120","quote_2_text":"I REPORTED THE BRAKES BEING NON RESPONSIVE ON 10/23/17 WHICH HAD ALSO CAUSED A MINOR ACCIDENT AS THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A BRIDGE IN WINSTON SALAM NC IN FRONT OF THE BAPTIST HOSPITAL","quote_3_odi":"11311117","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V807000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC) HOWEVER, THE PARTS FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11564914","quote_1_text":"Airbag light blinks all the time. DTC B00A0-00 (OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR UNIT). I can't reset it even I tried everything using \"diagnostic mode\" with ignition on/off process or OBD II tool","quote_2_odi":"11228939","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS CROSSING AN INTERSECTION AT 35 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS DRIVING RECKLESS AND DROVE PAST A LEFT TURN STOP LIGHT CAUSING THAT VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11088993","quote_3_text":"MY 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER HAS A FAULTY OCCUPANCY SENSOR AND PER NISSAN MY 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER IS NOT INCLUDED WITH THE MASSIVE OCCUPANCY SENSOR RECALL INCLUDING OVER 3,000,000,000 NISSANS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-backup-camera-display","label":"Backup camera and infotainment display malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11047325","quote_1_text":"BACKUP CAMERA REMAINS ON WHEN CAR IS PUT IN DRIVE. CAMERA WILL REMAIN ON UNTIL CAR IS SHIFTED OUT OF DRIVE - CAN BE FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME. THIS HAPPENS SPORADICALLY, MAYBE ONCE EVERY 2 WEEKS, BUT HAS HAPPENED FOR THE ENTIRE 11 MONTHS WE HAVE HAD THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11259131","quote_2_text":"BACK UP CAMERA FAILS TO DISPLAY ON SCREEN - ALSO AFFECTS AIR CONDITIONING AND RADIO. WHEN YOU PUT THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, THE SCREEN REMAINS BLANK, IT DOES NOT TURN ON AT ALL - 50% OF THE TIME THE CAMERA WORKS, AND 50% OF THE TIME THE CAMERA DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11634532","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the instrument panel and the infotainment system were inoperable, and the screen was black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-cooling-fan-noise","label":"Radiator cooling fan bearing failure and noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11458076","quote_1_text":"The radiator fan is failing at 62k miles. Researching online it was found that this is a common occurrence for 2017 Nissan Pathfinders between 20k and 80k miles. Fan failure could lead to overheating and eventually fire","quote_2_odi":"11384372","quote_2_text":"46,000 MILES. COOLING FAN WOBBLING. FAN ALSO MAKING VERY LOUD GRINDING NOISE. NO VISIBLE DAMAGE TO THE FAN. SOUNDS LIKE BAD BEARING. NOISE IS PRESENT AT STARTUP, DRIVE, AND IDLE. DEALER SHOP SAID \"WEAR AND TEAR.\"","quote_3_odi":"11296986","quote_3_text":"COOLING FAN ON MOST NISSAN PATHFINDER SUV'S (MODELS 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019) SEEMS TO BE GOING BAD AROUND 36,000 MILES. THERE HAS BEEN A WIDESPREAD COMPLAINT ABOUT THIS FROM OTHER PATHFINDER CUSTOMERS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission judder, slipping, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11121811","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE JOLTED FORWARD, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, AND THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_2_odi":"11096894","quote_2_text":"THE CVT TRANSMISSION DOESN'T SHIFT CORRECTLY. I HAVE BROUGHT MY CAR INTO THE DEALERSHIP AND CALLED THE MANUFACTURE 6 TIMES. THEY SAY IF IT DOESN'T SHOW A CODE THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO","quote_3_odi":"11509578","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power without warning. Due to the failure, another vehicle crashed into the vehicle at a low rate of speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-engine-sludge-failure","label":"Engine failure linked to oil sludge and timing chain","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689046","quote_1_text":"Timing chain failure at 88,000 miles on well maintained vehicle. Could cause catastrophic engine failure. No leading indicator","quote_2_odi":"11532455","quote_2_text":"According to the dealership the engine has sludge and unrepairable","quote_3_odi":"11756766","quote_3_text":"SLUDGE IN ENGINE- UNDER 100,000 MILES We had been keeping up with all recommended services, and it is cosmetically perfect, but the car is now a total loss. A Check Engine light came on, and we began to notice a tremor/shake and took it to Southern Team Nissan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2017-mirror-visibility-obstruction","label":"Driver-side mirror obstructing forward view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11182169","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE MIRRORS ARE EXTREMELY HIGH ON THE FRAME TO SAFELY SEE WHEN TURNING AT AN INTERSECTION. IT BLOCKS THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER GREATLY. I CONSIDER THIS A HAZARD","quote_2_odi":"10981234","quote_2_text":"I RECENTLY BOUGHT A 2017 PATHFINDER. I HAVE OWNED NISSAN PRODUCTS FOR MANY MANY YEARS AND APPRECIATE THE QUALITY AND SAFETY","quote_3_odi":"11202796","quote_3_text":"WE'VE OWNED OUR 2017 PATHFINDER FOR 27 MONTHS, AND SINCE DAY 1 MY WIFE WHO IS UNDER 5' 1' HAS COMPLAINED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE MIRROR IS BLOCKING HER VIEW WHEN TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-airbag-malfunction","label":"Airbag deployment without cause or non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11548766","quote_1_text":"Driver and passenger airbags deployed without cause while driving on busy expressway","quote_2_odi":"11510500","quote_2_text":"This curtain airbag struck my wife in the head and prompted her apple watch to call 911","quote_3_odi":"11231977","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT AND MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-brake-recall-repair","label":"ABS and emergency brake warning lights after recall repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11451298","quote_1_text":"The entire braking system failed without warning! My 25 year old daughter was coming up to a busy intersection that usually has semi-trucks and when she went to break the breaks failed and the pedal went to the floor","quote_2_odi":"11404295","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAD NISSAN ANTI-LOCK BRAKE (ABS) ACTUATOR SAFETY RECALL REPAIRED ON 3/12/21. TEN MINUTES AFTER LEAVING DEALERSHIP ABS WARNING LIGHTS STARTED COMING ON AGAIN AND CONTINUE TO COME ON, NOT EVERY TRIP, BUT SEVERAL TIMES PER WEEK","quote_3_odi":"11269449","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED INTERMITTENTLY AND THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-engine-sludge-failure","label":"Engine failure from oil sludge and metal shavings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11670907","quote_1_text":"On May 7th at 1:22 PM, the engine in my 2018 Nissan Pathfinder catastrophically failed for the second time while my family was driving. The engine completely lost power in the middle of a very busy highway intersection, going over an overpass, where there was no shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11702980","quote_2_text":"The contact had the engine taken apart by the dealer and an independent mechanic, and both discovered metal shavings inside the engine, which had resulted in the engine failure","quote_3_odi":"11513883","quote_3_text":"The mechanic told me that the engine was full of metal shavings. So they replaced the entire with a used low mileage engine that failed the day I picked it up 3/20/23","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-front-radar-unavailable","label":"Front radar unavailable disabling forward collision warning","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11113680","quote_1_text":"THE INTELLIGENT CRUSE CONTROL SYSTEM WORK INTERMINTENTLY. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE SAFETY BRAKING SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK","quote_2_odi":"11229544","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT RADAR SAFETY FEATURE DEACTIVATES AND THE AMBER FRONT COLLISION WARNING LIGHT COMES ON. THE SPEED CONTROL FEATURE IS DISABLED WHEN THE RADAR IS NOT ACTIVE. WHEN THE SYSTEM FINALLY KICKS IN THE SPEED CONTROL SUDDENLY ACCELERATES WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11498068","quote_3_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) System Warning Light and the Slip Indicator Light would come on intermittently","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-infotainment-camera-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11728330","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention camera screen display malfunctioned, and there was a black image displayed, creating a hazard for the driver","quote_2_odi":"11609050","quote_2_text":"The Display Control Unit (DCU) went blank on my 2018 Nissan Pathfinder. No working display causing steering wheel controls not to work. This includes being unable to use any hands-free phone calls. This is a significant safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11514756","quote_3_text":"The Nissan DCU/Infotainment center/Radio no longer has a working display in my 2018 Nissan pathfinder (R52 model)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2018-transmission-slipping","label":"Transmission slipping and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11569922","quote_1_text":"I was driving along at 35-40 mph and the vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating when I gave it gas","quote_2_odi":"11267852","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT DIFFERING SPEEDS, THE TRANSMISSION REDUCES, THEN STOPS APPLYING POWER TO THE WHEELS, AND ACTS AS THOUGH IT'S IN NEUTRAL","quote_3_odi":"11696992","quote_3_text":"The transmission is going bad which makes it dangerous to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera display failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11594177","quote_1_text":"My rear camera display malfunctions and the screen goes black. I took it on to Nissan for repair and the problem is still not resolved. I contacted Nissan on several times and reported the issue to see if my vehicle is on recall list but it’s not. I believe it should be. I also","quote_2_odi":"11482303","quote_2_text":"lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash, i have been told NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 19V654000 has been performed already, but i am facing this reverse camera issue still all the times and looking for proper resolution from Nissan on the safety","quote_3_odi":"11327539","quote_3_text":"BACK UP CAMERA IS NOT WORKING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11716590","quote_1_text":"I am driving the car in the highway when I tray to exit ,I see the RED light semaforo in the end of the exit. Well I tray to stop the car and the brakes does' not work, and the air bag coming out before I hit the other car.My car in the front not have any damage. the other car","quote_2_odi":"11547680","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the stop lamp switch warning light and the ABS warning light were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the stop lamp switch had failed and needed to be replaced. The","quote_3_odi":"11488452","quote_3_text":"Is it noted anywhere that the 2019 Nissan Pathfinder SV 4x4 vehicle's brakes wear rather quickly, that whatever pin was missing is not secured properly and as well as the brake fluid dissapating? All of this is vital to proper safety. Although I like Pathfinders, I will not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-engine-oil-sludge-failure","label":"Engine failure from oil sludge and metal shavings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11757320","quote_1_text":"There was built up sludge in my engine that caused it to fail, and I was charged to replace it","quote_2_odi":"11674247","quote_2_text":"Complete engine failure. I did regular oil changes about every 4000 miles and the last one I did early at around 3200 miles the oil was sludge and after the engine knocked and low oil pressure light came on and the engine blew all within 2 miles of the light coming on and me","quote_3_odi":"11605781","quote_3_text":"I was driving my Pathfinder and I experienced engine failure. It is a four year old engine with 170000 miles on it that has been properly maintained. The engine was knocking and would not accelerate on the highway past 40 mph. When I finally stopped the car, it would not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision system false warnings and braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11730738","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the contact was losing control of the vehicle. The Forward Collision Avoidance warning light was illuminated, with a rattling and beeping sound coming from the vehicle. An","quote_2_odi":"11455506","quote_2_text":"The ICC gives false crash warnings and automatically brakes your vehicle while driving at highway speeds, which is a dangerous situation. I believe it to be a bad Bosch Radar Sensor which is faulty. Other owners have told me of their same problem","quote_3_odi":"11386498","quote_3_text":"AEB (AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING) LIGHT RANDOMLY COMES WHICH MEANS AEB FUNCTION HAS BEEN TURNED OFF. THIS ACTION DISABLES INTELLIGENT CRUISE CONTROL WHICH RELIES ON AEB TO AUTOMATICALLY SLOW THE CAR IF IT ENCOUNTERS A SLOWER VEHICLE AHEAD. ONLY HAD THE CAR A WEEK OR SO, BOUGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11703256","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at 82 MPH, the vehicle suddenly started to lose motive power while depressing the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle eventually resumed normal operation before","quote_2_odi":"11689533","quote_2_text":"Car started jerking multiple times and then RPM went down to zero and stopped driving while in traffic","quote_3_odi":"11403883","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS PERFECTLY FINE, BUT THEN BEGIN TO STALL OUT ON 3/1 IN MOTION ON THE STREET, WHILE TURNING, & BACKING UP. THEN ON 3/18 WHEN ATTEMPTING TO BACK UP THE CAR IT COMPLETELY STOPPED. CAR IS AT THE SHOP NOW WITH REPORTED TRANSMISSION ISSUES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11504597","quote_1_text":"Monday, January 30, at 7:25pm, I was driving my 2019 Nissan Pathfinder at 55mph and the sunroof exploded. The weather was clear, 60 degrees, no precipitation. There was a loud explosion then the sound of glass rained over the roof of the car. The interior shield was closed;","quote_2_odi":"11221848","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING I-80 FROM YORK, NE TO LINCOLN, NE. ON JUNE 3, 2019, 11:47 A.M. APPROX. 2 MILES WEST OF HWY 15 EXIT, WE HEAR A LOUD EXPLOSION AND THOUGHT A TIRE OR SOMETHING HIT OUR PATHFINDER. LUCKY NO OTHER VEHICLES WERE AROUND US AND THE WEATHER WAS HOT WITH CLEAR SKYS. I PULLED","quote_3_odi":"11324259","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW NISSAN PATHFINDER 2019 IN MARCH AND TODAY AS WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY WITH NO CARS TO THE FRONT OF US OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED THROWING GLASS EVERYWHERE OFF THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE. THANK GOODNESS WE HAD THE INSIDE VISOR CLOSED OTHERWISE IT WOULD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2019-transmission-transfer-case","label":"Transmission and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11624919","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Transfer Case had complete failure at 25,800 miles of street/highway use. My family had to pull to the shoulder of [XXX] in Maryland due to uncertain loud noises. The issue was reported to local Nissan dealer (where I purchased this vehicle new) and scheduled for","quote_2_odi":"11563397","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal at a stop light, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the engine was revving abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11527563","quote_3_text":"Lost acceleration in the middle of the road when the abs, traction and 4wd waraning came on was able to make home by poweringitbof on back on lucky I was l was a mile away from home, I replaced the ABS but problem stayed the same had to pay a mobile Mechanic to come check it for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera blackout or glitch","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11362665","quote_1_text":"PERIODICALLY THE BACK UP CAMERA SHORTS OUT AND YOU ARE NO LONGER ABLE TO USE IT","quote_2_odi":"11500161","quote_2_text":"My backup camera continues to glitch/black screen in the middle of me reversing or as soon as I place my vehicle in reverse","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-brake-pad-rotor-wear","label":"Repeat brake pad and rotor replacement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11612004","quote_1_text":"I've replaced both CV axles, all brakes, and had service completed with the wheel hubs. Still get a grinding noise located at the front wheels","quote_2_odi":"11620731","quote_2_text":"I have a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder SL with under 70k miles. I had an awful squeal start, upon stopping. I had a private shop say I needed brakes, pads and rotors. And this began the issue. This was in 22-23. It is currently Oct 24, and I have had 3 sets of brakes pads and rotors","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-cvt-judder-stall","label":"CVT judder and stall during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11752952","quote_1_text":"The car stalled three times and died in active traffic. The breakdown was so hazardous that the police department had to intervene and push the car out of the road and had to tow the car more than 3 times and was at the Nissan Dealership for over one week","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-door-lock-fob-failure","label":"Power door lock failure with key fob","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11671237","quote_1_text":"Driver side door lock / unlock does not work with keyFOB. All other doors lock / unlock but driver side door has to be locked / unlocked with physical key","quote_2_odi":"11664506","quote_2_text":"remote power locks door driver and passenger side will not open or close with remote fob leaving door open for anyone to open door when i am not around, or when at a stop. someone can open door and get in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-fca-abs-warning-light","label":"ABS and forward collision warning light illumination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11589851","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, she observed a beeping sound, and the ABS warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the brake switch, ABS","quote_2_odi":"11621825","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Nissan Pathfinder SL has once again developed problems with the Emergency forward Brake System. The ABS AEB was replaced in January 2024 at Southwest Nissan in Weatherford Tx . Today, [XXX] the AEB light came back on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-headlight-moisture-ingress","label":"Headlight housing moisture ingress","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11481785","quote_1_text":"Moisture ingression into the passenger side front lighting assembly (head light). Visable water droplets and some accumulartion . 1st indication was an errror message along with reduced visibility. 2nd indication was failue of that headlight","quote_2_odi":"11581846","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH, the passenger’s side headlight began to fog up. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was condensation in","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11493381","quote_1_text":"I was driving at highway speed and heard a loud bang. Sounded like an explosion. I quickly moved to the slow lane and noticed my sunroof had exploded outward with pieces of glass on me when it shattered","quote_2_odi":"11546827","quote_2_text":"I have a Sun roof with panoramic roof. Driving on highway, with no warning sunroof exploded and shattered. No debris came through the roof just sunroof exploded and glass cut my foot and my husbands hand who was driving. Glass in hair and clothes. No issues before incident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2020-timing-chain-knock","label":"Timing chain rattle and engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11751136","quote_1_text":"After only 110,000 miles, my local Nissan service center (Advantage Nissan, 5101 Auto Center Blvd, Bremerton, WA 98312) states that the timing chain is loose. The repair estimate is in excess of $6000. The expense is because it requires removal of the engine to effect repairs","quote_2_odi":"11554788","quote_2_text":"Engine misfiring on left side due to faulty timing chains. Car would not start at times, and engine light flashing. Safety was at risk due to engine being unreliable, misfiring, and we were advised it could possibly stall/cut-out while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-ac-refrigerant-leak-corrosion","label":"AC line corrosion and refrigerant leaks","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748075","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a systemic safety defect regarding the rear Air Conditioning (AC) lines/hoses in the 2022 Nissan Pathfinder. The rear AC lines are prematurely corroding and leaking refrigerant, mirroring a previous recall Nissan issued for the front AC lines due to similar…","quote_2_odi":"11732897","quote_2_text":"With the onset of spring, the A/C system has failed, blowing only ambient air. This aligns with known manufacturer defects: Jump Tube Defect (PC899/PC939): Faulty seals causing refrigerant leaks. A/C Amplifier (NTB23-033A): Irregular airflow and spontaneous surges","quote_3_odi":"11721141","quote_3_text":"The vehicle AC has stopped working. This is the ongoing problem in which can cause a fire anytime a leak occurs or a failed AC compressor without anybody knowing can cause a fire oppose a threaten Safety to the community","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-forward-collision-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and AEB system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560381","quote_1_text":"Collision avoidance system engaged without warning forcibly stopping vehicle in the middle of highway traffic with no obstructions in front of vehicle. Rear Brake pads also wearing out at less than 30k miles. Pads went from 7mm to 2mm thickness between 5k mile oil change…","quote_2_odi":"11625795","quote_2_text":"while driving my car down the road my car suddenly started flashing the Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection system warning light. The warning started flashing then the engine shut down. The engine shut down for about five minutes then I was able to start it…","quote_3_odi":"11727956","quote_3_text":"Front collision sensor has failed, on a vehicle that had 40,000 miles. This keeps the adaptive cruise being able to be used as well as automatic emergency braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-front-passenger-seat-height","label":"Front passenger seat height non-adjustability","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11497735","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat is extremly low, anyone under 5 ft 2 will smash into dashboard in a wreck. Called Nissan and also noted hundreds of complaints online. They changed the seat in the 2023 model to fix the issue, but are ignoring the 2022's","quote_2_odi":"11531332","quote_2_text":"The front passenger seat is far too low. I am 6' it's feels extremely low and I feel I can hit my head on the dash.  However, for people at or under 5'2\", it is downright dangerous, resulting in striking heads on the dashboard. the NHTSA needs to look into this poorly designed…","quote_3_odi":"11487934","quote_3_text":"Passenger seat is too low/not equal to driver’s seat. Driver’s seat has 10-way functions including raising the seat up and down. Passenger seat does not. My wife can’t see over the hood clearly and there may be an accident where she might hit the dashboard or the airbags might…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS ","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533449","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while depressing the brake pedal, the brakes failed to respond as needed, causing the braking distance to be extended. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the rear brake pads had failed and needed to be replaced. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11678951","quote_2_text":"I have 44K miles and had to replace my rear brakes 4 times. I paid for them twice and Nissan covered the cost the first time when they ran out at 7K miles and the last time the replaced the rear brakes and rotors. There is something seriously wrong with the rear brake being…","quote_3_odi":"11555582","quote_3_text":"Upon routine service at 15,393 miles I was told that my rear brakes and rotors needed replacement.  The service advisor stated that they are at a 2 and failed the multi-point inspection.  I brought the vehicle to an independent shop and they confirmed the rear brakes needed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-second-row-seat-unintended-fold","label":"Second-row seat unintended fold-forward with child occupant","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11596314","quote_1_text":"My Toddler was seated (in the car seat that was buckled into ) the second row bucket seat. While driving the vehicle we hit a bump in the road which then launched the back passenger seat up and forward pinning my child between the two seats. His face smashed into the front…","quote_2_odi":"11553533","quote_2_text":"While I was driving my toddler who was in the 3rd row pushed the bottom located at the back of the 2nd row seat. The seat came foward with my baby who was in his carseat causing him to come foward at a really high speed (since the seat moves foward really fast and with impulse)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693070","quote_1_text":"On 10/12/25, while driving on the interstate, the sunroof of our 2022 Nissan Pathfinder suddenly exploded. As of today (10/13/2025), the vehicle is available for inspection upon request. When the sunroof failed, the interior roof shade was closed. I was driving at interstate…","quote_2_odi":"11712464","quote_2_text":"While driving at a moderate speed of 65 mph, the back portion of my panoramic sunroof spontaneously shattered. There was a very loud noises followed by rattling of the glass on the sun roof cover. I pulled over immediately and pulled the sunroof cover half way back to see a hole…","quote_3_odi":"11530815","quote_3_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving without any impact from an object","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion and cabin leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740883","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof drains failed due to being pinched by headliner. Documented water leaking into vehicle at 6060 by dealership. Water coming in along the a pillar and roof.   Vehicle has been in the shop 3 separate times for gurgling noise and roof leaks. Dealership had issues…","quote_2_odi":"11667406","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has experienced recurring water intrusion due to a clogged sunroof drain, causing significant moisture buildup, mold growth, and persistent odors inside the cabin. I purchased the vehicle in February 2024 and brought it in for this issue three times during the…","quote_3_odi":"11485069","quote_3_text":"The sunroof is leaking water. There has been no accidents or damage to the car. I previously took the car to fix the problem on 08/29/2022 Auto Nation Nissan Miami. They told me they had 6 pathfinders with the same problem for the same make and model and year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2022-transmission-unintended-neutral","label":"Transmission unintended shift into neutral or park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11634147","quote_1_text":"I was driving and all of a sudden my car flipped into neutral mid drive. I couldn’t put it in park. I couldn’t put it in drive and I couldn’t put it in reverse. I had to sit on the road with my foot on the pedal until someone could tow it. My kids and were stuck in the dark on…","quote_2_odi":"11617931","quote_2_text":"I was driving along and the vehicle suddenly shifted into N(eutral)! I pulled over, shifted into park, turned off the car, restarted it, and the check engine light was on. However I shifted the car into D(rive) and proceeded to try to get back home, car seemed to be driving…","quote_3_odi":"11511171","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated to 30 MPH. Additionally, the transmission intermittently failed to shift to reverse and inadvertently to park(P) while driving at slow speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-avm-camera-failure","label":"Around View Monitor control unit failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-09-10 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743693","quote_1_text":"The Around View Monitor (AVM) system failed. The rear backup camera image no longer functions properly due to a failed AVM control unit. The vehicle is a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum equipped with Nissan’s camera-based surround view and backup camera system","quote_2_odi":"11755308","quote_2_text":"Rear camera and camera functionality just stopped working. The OVM is functioning with everything else just not the camera! Yet, diagnostics state that it is an OVM issue and cost $2,500.00 to fix. Safety concerns of no camera and unable to view pedestrians","quote_3_odi":"11713250","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a failure of the Around View Monitor / camera system on my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. The system stopped functioning completely without warning. Pressing the camera button does nothing, the camera cannot be activated through vehicle settings, and no camera views","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-forward-collision-system-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02-15 → 2025-12-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703671","quote_1_text":"Forward warning system dashboard light goes on and does not shut off. Module has been replaced at a cost of $2500 and this has not solved the problem. Light has gone off with a chime alarm and yellow triangle with an exclamation point too","quote_2_odi":"11572234","quote_2_text":"In the past week or so I’ve experienced a blinking front collision light blinking as I’m driving. In the past two days the blinking light is now an actual audible alert with a collision warning system malfunction warning light saying it is disabled","quote_3_odi":"11646787","quote_3_text":"Stopped at light the car suddenly bolted forward hitting ( 4-5 ft between vehicles)car infront. My car then bolted forward and hit the vehicle again. The gear shift would not respond to putting it into park, The only way it was corrected was turn off the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06-28 → 2024-08-16","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538536","quote_1_text":"Just bought  2023 Pathfinder Platinum edition and drove it once. First time driving on the highway at 70 mph on cruise control,  the engine stopped and a message came across the dash saying \" Your engine has stalled. Please pull over to a safe area\"","quote_2_odi":"11541860","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalled and the engine quit twice trying to enter the highway. The vehicle restarted but went into limp mode and would not accelerate at all, just ran with extremely rough idle. I waited several minutes and finally the vehicle restarted and would finally move","quote_3_odi":"11608958","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has stalled out multiple times, 3 days in a row, nearly causing my wife and children to be rear-ended by a semi truck on 2 occasions. The issue is the vehicle gets to about 27 mph, revs up to 6K rpms, stops moving forward and begins to slow down (at 6K rpms)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-neutral-shift-stall","label":"Unintended neutral shift and engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-06-28 → 2026-07-22","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752173","quote_1_text":"On July 20, 2026, my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder failed to accelerate after stopping at a red light. The engine did not rev, and the vehicle barely moved despite accelerator input. After 40 seconds the car start moving normally","quote_2_odi":"11571616","quote_2_text":"My car has been flipping into manual mode from a stopped position. It’s happened about a dozen times at this point. I’ve taken it to the dealership multiple times. The first time I took it in they said they did some software updates.  A few weeks later it happened again","quote_3_odi":"11547477","quote_3_text":"When the start/stop auto function is engaged (idling stop system), about 1 out of 10 times it kicks the transmission into neutral when the break is released and the driver attempts to start driving again.  The driver then has to put the transmission back into drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-08-29 → 2026-07-11","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699353","quote_1_text":"I brought my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder  in for an oil change and tire rotation at 33, 221 miles and was informed my rear brake pads were worn and my rotors needed to be re-surfaced. I understand this is a long standing issue with 2022 and 2023 Nissan Pathfinders","quote_2_odi":"11706465","quote_2_text":"At approximately 14,600 miles, a Nissan dealer measured the rear brake pads at approximately 3 mm, while the front brakes were still in good condition. A second inspection by an independent repair facility confirmed advanced rear brake wear and further determined that the rear","quote_3_odi":"11622709","quote_3_text":"I took the car in for the NYS inspection and was told that I need new rear brakes. The car is only a year old and has only 16,000 miles on it. Nissan’s own website says that brakes should last between 30-70k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-second-row-seatbelt-failure","label":"Second-row seat belt buckle locking and release failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-28 → 2026-03-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724692","quote_1_text":"TWO SEATBELT LOCKING MECHANISMS HAVE FAILED TO LOCK THE SEATBELT BUCKLES IN PLACE;  THE THIRD SEATBELT LOCKING MEACHANISM FAILED TO RELEASE THE BUCKLE.  ALL LOCATED IN THE SECOND ROW OF MY VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11592390","quote_2_text":"The driver's seat belt chime randomly goes off even when the seat belt is buckled. This has happened more than 15 times already. Every time I take it to the car dealer, they inspect it and cannot find what is wrong with it because it is not happening at the moment of my arrival","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2023-sunroof-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain system water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11-18 → 2026-04-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730013","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring defect involving the sunroof drain system in my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum that has caused multiple interior flooding incidents.  The vehicle has flooded three separate times due to failure of the sunroof drainage system","quote_2_odi":"11700068","quote_2_text":"The panoramic sunroof drain system is defective, causing water to leak into the cabin during rain, dripping from the driver-side overhead console and door area. This matches Nissan TSB NTB23-073 (Oct 9, 2023), which admits a design flaw in the front drain grommets","quote_3_odi":"11746833","quote_3_text":"After a hard rain water started pouring into cabin from a Pilar’s, headliner, sun visor lights, vanity eye glass holder, dome light…. There is a leak from sunroof and dealers say it’s a known issue but not a warranty item","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-3rd-row-ac-coolant-line-leak","label":"Third-row air conditioning coolant line leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11747637","quote_1_text":"There are 2 antifreeze lines going to the back of the vehicle, they are to cool the 3rd row seats using air conditioning. Both lines were incorrectly designed so they have a repetitive failure rate of 100%. Both lines failed in March of 2025 and were replaced by Serra Nissan of…","quote_2_odi":"11747627","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. While the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that coolant was on the garage floor. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed with a coolant line leak with coolant going back to the third-row seat, and the leak…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11635368","quote_1_text":"Driver side view mirror shakes while driving making it unsafe to use the mirror to make s lane change. Nissan corporate refusing to fix the issue, they say it's normal.","quote_2_odi":"11634007","quote_2_text":"While driving the car, the drivers side view mirror constantly shakes. The corporate mechanic advised he could not fix it. Nissan refusing to correct the issue. Almost involved in two accidents.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-fca-system-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11690209","quote_1_text":"The collision warning deactivated the vehicles cruise control and slowed the vehilce down at highway speeds. Traveling at 80mph speed limit and cruise disengaged and as a result the traffic to the rear of the vehicle came very close. There were two vehicles behind my vehicle and…","quote_2_odi":"11712877","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has an ongoing safety-related defect involving the forward distance sensor. The distance sensor randomly turns off while driving, which disables critical collision-avoidance systems including Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB), Forward Collision Warning, and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-oe-tire-groove-wander","label":"Original equipment tire wander on 20-inch wheels","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11714830","quote_1_text":"The Original Equipment (OE) Bridgestone Alenza Sport A/S 255/50R20 105H M+S tires on my brand new 2024 Nissan Pathfinder suffer from groove wander on roads in which grooves are cut into them to mitigate hydroplaning in rainy conditions. The geometric design, tread design…","quote_2_odi":"11555513","quote_2_text":"This nissan pathfinder have problems with the tires zise 20\"moves side to side to mach I have to change the tires I put all 4 oready I spend $1732 on parts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-premature-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11726449","quote_1_text":"Vehicle: 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Rock Creek 4WD VIN: [XXX] Mileage at failure: approximately 26,000 miles Component: Service brakes Description: Rear brake pads completely worn at 26,000 miles. Front brake pads remain in good condition with normal wear. Vehicle is driven under…","quote_2_odi":"11722567","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder with approximately 24,000 miles. During a recent inspection, the rear brake pads were found to be completely worn while the front brake pads still have significant remaining life. This uneven wear pattern suggests the rear braking system may be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-stall-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Stalling and unexpected loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11651268","quote_1_text":"I purchased a brand-new 2024 Nissan Pathfinder on December 18, 2024. Just seven days later, at only 1,198 miles, the transmission completely failed while driving, causing the vehicle to come to an unexpected stop and then shift into reverse without warning. This created a…","quote_2_odi":"11645464","quote_2_text":"The auto stop/start function. When enabled sometimes it shuts off engine and does not restart as the system should. Stopping at a red light, almost completely but light turns green and you go to accelerate but auto/stop shuts engine off and car dies in middle of intersection…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-sunroof-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof and rear glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11734747","quote_1_text":"While driving down the road, heard a ‘gunshot’ sound and the sunroof had exploded.","quote_2_odi":"11670165","quote_2_text":"This morning at approximately 0615 I walked out to my vehicle to go to work. There was no damage to my car. When I entered my vehicle and closed my driver door, my tailgate glass crumbled leaving a massive horizontal hole in my rear windshield as well as the outer sides. There…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2024-water-intrusion-cabin","label":"Water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11740521","quote_1_text":"When it rains the sunroof leaks, took it the dealership, they replaced the drain grommets and it still does the same thing again two days later when it rain.","quote_2_odi":"11630398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that during inclement weather, rainwater was entering the on the left and right side of the vehicle and the middle console. The contact covered the screen to avoid damage. There was a moldy odor inside the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11692205","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a multi-car accident on Oct. 7, 2025. During the accident, I slammed on my brakes because the car in front of me was slamming on its brakes. The car behind me pummeled into my Pathfinder, sending me careening into the car in front of me. There was a huge impact…","quote_2_odi":"11689221","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the ABS warning light had illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the ABS system needed to be repaired. The vehicle was repaired; however, the contact believed that the ABS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-brake-lights-require-auto-mode","label":"Brake lights inoperative outside auto headlight mode","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11682897","quote_1_text":"If you have your light set in another position other than auto set, your break lights do not com on. I was getting ready to travel on a trip to Georgia from Texas. I pulled into a gas station when a lady pulled up beside me and said that your break lights are not working. Sure…","quote_2_odi":"11681338","quote_2_text":"1. 1ST WEEK HAVING CAR WAS LEAVING TO GO ON A TRIP, I PULLED INTO A GAS STATION. A DRIVER PULLED UP NEXT TO US AND TOLD US WE HAD NO BREAK LIGHTS. ( IT WAS STILL DARK OUTSID!) I GOT OUT OF MY CAR AND HAVE MY WIFE STEP ON THE BREAKS, AND SURE ENOUGH NO BREAK LIGHTS. IT WAS SET ON…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11650470","quote_1_text":"On 03/25/2025, at 7:20 a.m., my wife, on the way to drop off the kids at school, called me and said a light came on the dash and the car was stalled on the railroad track, and a train was coming. I could hear the train whistle blowing. The car would not move off the tracks and…","quote_2_odi":"11719468","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speeds, my 2025 Nissan Pathfinder suddenly loses power and enters limp mode with no warning. The dashboard displays: “Engine Malfunction – Power Reduced – Service Now.” When this happens, the vehicle cannot accelerate and struggles to maintain speed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-fca-false-fault","label":"Forward collision avoidance system false faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11732404","quote_1_text":"The front collision radar and Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) on my 2025 Pathfinder Platinum fail intermittently and repeatedly, creating a severe safety hazard. The vehicle is currently available for inspection upon request. Component/System Failed: The front radar…","quote_2_odi":"11697900","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, there were audible beeps, and a message flashed on the instrument cluster that the “Forward Collision Avoidance” system had failed. The contact stated that the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-mirror-vibration-at-speed","label":"Side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11708426","quote_1_text":"I bought a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder Platinum and the driver mirror shakes really bad going over 30 MPH. I have reached out to Nissan of North America and they said this is normal. I have talked to a master mechanic with Nissan and this is a well known issue. My wife and I test…","quote_2_odi":"11721383","quote_2_text":"I purchased a vechicle from nissan of laurel . My drver side mirror vibrates excessivly while driving which is a safety issue . and i took the dealers and they replace with no cost , the same day the replace i took it back to the dealer because its worst then before and they…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-seat-belt-design-and-slack","label":"Seat belt design, slack, and sensor faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the seatbelts of the vehicle had excessive slack on the shoulder portion and could not be adjusted properly, resulting in inadequate upper body restraint. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for inspection, but no…","quote_2_odi":"11743608","quote_2_text":"Unknown Subject: Safety Concern Regarding Rock Creek Model Seatbelt Design I am writing to formally report a serious safety concern regarding the seatbelt design used in the Nissan Rock Creek model. Specifically, the seatbelt in this vehicle includes a plastic insert that is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous windshield, sunroof, and rear glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11667709","quote_1_text":"Driving down the highway going 65 miles an hour and the sun roof just exploded out hardley no glass inside,sounded like a shotgun went off. Its brand new Pathfinder called dealer and they said they never heard of that. Have never opened the sun roof window.","quote_2_odi":"11678133","quote_2_text":"While parked back rear glass shattered spontaneously. No object stuck glass. No visible sign of impact. Car was not moving and sitting still. This was a safety issue for rear 3rd seat passengers. No warnings were present","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Pathfinder","model_slug":"pathfinder","cluster_id":"pathfinder-2025-stuck-accelerator-pedal","label":"Stuck accelerator pedal and unintended acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11706414","quote_1_text":"VIN [XXX] Date of Incident: December 21, 2025 Location: I-295 South, merging onto I-95 South, Jacksonville, FL Vehicle: 2025 Nissan Pathfinder, VIN [XXX] Owner: [XXX] Witness: [XXX] Phone Number: [XXX] Email Address: [XXX] Incident Description: While driving on I-295 South…","quote_2_odi":"11724376","quote_2_text":"The accelerator pedal has gotten stuck at full throttle 3 times under the all weather rock creek floor mat. The mat appears to be properly placed in its molded position, but it allows the pedal to go behind the mat and get stuck. 3 separate times this has happened.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/pathfinder","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2011-acceleration-hesitation-judder","label":"Acceleration hesitation and transmission judder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-08 to 2023-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11535922","quote_1_text":"Van became sluggish when coming to the busy intersection. When I tried to accelerate when light changed, engine light came on and van would not go over 5mph. I was almost hit. Codes were run by a mechanic. Four internal transmission codes are present. Was told that the Quest","quote_2_odi":"11120690","quote_2_text":"WHEN AT A STOP, OR A VERY SLOW SPEED (LESS THAN 2 OR 3 MPH), AND THEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE, THE CAR DOES NOT RESPOND RIGHT AWAY. THERE IS A 2 OR 3 SECOND DELAY THEN THE CAR JERKS FORWARD AND ACCELERATES. THE DEALERSHIP HAS CHANGED THE TRANSMISSION TWICE, BUT ISSUE NOT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2011-brake-failure-loss-of-stopping-power","label":"Brake failure and loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-01 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11745279","quote_1_text":"I’ve experienced a complete brake failure and near collision involving my family. I have sent a formal written complaint to Nissan Corporate and I need to open a safety case immediately.” We were exiting the freeway when the brakes went to the floor. I tried to pump the breaks,","quote_2_odi":"10525288","quote_2_text":"I WAS AT MY SISTER HOUSE HAD DROVE FORWARD TO BACK UP, BEFORE I COULD PUT IT IN REVERSE THE MINIVAN JUST LUNGED FORWARD INTO HER DECK. THE DECK WAS DEMOLISH. I TURN THE WHEEL TO KEEP FROM GOING THROUGH HER HOUSE. IT WAS OUT OF CONTROL I APPLIED MY BRAKES IT DID NOT STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2011-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near instrument cluster","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 to 2018-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10956679","quote_1_text":"DASH IS CRACKED OVER CLUSTER AND VENTS","quote_2_odi":"10824713","quote_2_text":"AFTER A SHORT 3 YEARS THE DASH ABOVE THE PASSENGER SIDE SRS AIRBAG LOCATION ON THE DASH SPLIT. I ESCALATED THE ISSUE TO NISSAN 3RD LEVEL ESCALATION AND THEY WOULD NOT REPLACE THE DASH BUT WOULD GIVE ME 1000.00 TO SPLIT THE COST. ON JAN 25 2016 MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A NO FAULT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2011-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system stall and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-03 to 2022-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10563262","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN HIS VEHICLE WAS IN THE PARK POSITION THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT HE HAD TO WAIT AT LEAST TWENTY MINUTES BEFORE HIS VEHICLE WOULD START. THE CONTACT TOOK HIS","quote_2_odi":"11399017","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY VAN WILL START JERKING LIKE IT'S NOT GETTING ENOUGH FUEL. I HAD IT CHECKED OUT AND THE MECHANIC COULD FIND NOTHING WRONG WITH IT. WE DRIVE AROUND AND IT WOULDN'T ACT UP. SINCE THEN, I'VE NOTICED IT DOES WHEN WHEN USING THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2011-fuel-starvation-stall-incline","label":"Fuel starvation stall on incline/decline","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2011-12 to 2025-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10449177","quote_1_text":"WHEN FUEL GAUGE READS 1/4 TANK OR LESS VAN WILL SHUT DOWN IF ON A DECLINE (WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED). I BELIEVE THIS IS DUE TO A MECHANICAL ERROR IN THE FLOAT IN THE GAS TANK NOT READING PROPERLY. I MUST MAKE SURE THAT I HAVE AT LEAST 1/2 TANK OF GAS AT ALL TIMES. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10440348","quote_2_text":"ENGINE WILL STALL AND SOMETIMES NOT RESTART WHEN DRIVING DOWN A STEEP GRADE WHEN FUEL TANK HAS 1/4 TANK LEFT. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10479927","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN QUEST. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH ON A DECLINE WITH TANK OF FUEL OR LESS, THERE WAS AN INSUFFICIENT SUPPLY OF FUEL GOING TO THE ENGINE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL. THE VEHICLE WAS MERGED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD WHERE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-body-rust-paint-corrosion","label":"Body rust and paint corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11426007","quote_1_text":"My 2012 Nissan Quest has completely rotted out causing the muffler system and the motor mount to move causing significant damage and repair. Over $2,500 just to buy parts and repair all due to excessive rust on the body frame underneath","quote_2_odi":"11414719","quote_2_text":"IN 2019 OUR PAINT STARTED PEALING OFF IN CHUNKS. I CAN RUB MY HAND A CROSS THE PAINT AND IT WILL FALL OFF. WHEN I WASH MY VEHICLE EVEN MORE PAINT WILL COME OFF","quote_3_odi":"10785307","quote_3_text":"OUR AC QUIT WORKING AND WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE AC LINES HAD HOLES IN THEM DUE TO CORROSION. THIS IS ABSURD FOR A VEHICLE ONLY THREE YEARS OLD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11526634","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission failed and had to replace with new CVT Transmission while returning from a trip on June 7 2023. It failed in middle of the trip. Aamco Boardman, OH helped replace it with brand new transmission and it cost $7525","quote_2_odi":"11257343","quote_2_text":"COMPLETE TRANSMISSION FAILURE RIGHT AFTER PASSING THE 60,000 MILE WARRANTY. THE VEHICLE JERKED AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ONE. THE NISSAN DEALER STATED THAT THE ENTIRE TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. IT CAN'T BE REBUILT","quote_3_odi":"10872690","quote_3_text":"OUR MINIVAN WAS STOPPED AT A LIGHT AND WOULDN'T ACCELERATE WHEN PRESSING THE GAS, IT HESITATED FOR A FEW SECONDS AND THEN JOLTED FORWARD, CAUSING THE VEHICLE BEHIND US TO DRIVE OFF ROAD TO AVOID A COLLISION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-fuel-starvation-incline-stall","label":"Fuel starvation and stalling on inclines or low fuel","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10450004","quote_1_text":"VAN WAS PARKED NOSE DOWN ON APPROX. 10 TO 12 DEGREE HILL. VAN REFUSED TO START AND HAD BE TOWED TO DEALER. WAS TOLD NISSAN WAS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM AND WAS WORKING ON A FIX. WAS THAN TOLD TO KEEP AT LEAST HALF A TANK OF GAS IN VAN AT ALL TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10447506","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TRAVELING UP A 2-3% GRADE. IT APPEARED TO RUN OUT OF FUEL ALTHOUGH THE NAVIGATION DISPLAY INDICATED THERE WERE 21 MILES UNTIL EMPTY. THE FUEL GAUGE ALSO INDICATED FUEL REMAINED","quote_3_odi":"11014723","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE FUEL TANK REACHED A QUARTER TANK AND THE VEHICLE WAS IN A DECLINE, THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS COASTED TO THE BOTTOM OF THE DECLINE FROM WHERE THE CONTACT PROCEEDED TO PURCHASE FUEL AND FILLED THE TANK ABOVE A QUARTER OF THE TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-sliding-door-latch-malfunction","label":"Sliding door and latch malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11372490","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC REAR DOORS CANNOT BE STOPPED FROM CLOSING ONCE ACTIVATED AND A PERSON CAN GET CRUSHED IN THE DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11166371","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WON'T OPEN, IF IN A EMERGENCY CASE HOW CAN THE DRIVER GET OUT OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10967204","quote_3_text":"BROKEN DRIVER SIDE DOOR LOCK ACCUATOR CAUSED THE DOOR TO NOT OPEN. THE MECHANICAL DOOR LOCK SYSTEM MALFUNCTIONED RESULTING IN A DOOR THAT IS LOCKED AND WILL NOT UNLOCK TO OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-tire-tread-wear","label":"Tire tread wear","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10637596","quote_1_text":"MANUFACTURER TIRES DEFECTIVE/BALD CAUSED LOSS OF TRACTION AND SPINNING. COULD NOT MAKE IT UP THE DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"10554203","quote_2_text":"I HAVE 20,000 MILES ON MY CAR AND MY TIRES NEED REPLACING! I PURCHASED IT NEW IN APRIL 2012. I HAVE HAD IT FOR A YEAR AND A HALF. I DRIVE IT CAREFULLY AND HAVE THE TIRES ROTATED WHEN NEEDED","quote_3_odi":"10510871","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A 2012 NISSAN QUEST ALMOST 2 YEARS AGO. I HAVE 20,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE AND THE TIRES ARE HORRIBLE! THEY ARE BRIDGESTONE TURANZA EL 400","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Quest","model_slug":"quest","cluster_id":"quest-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10610449","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A WALL","quote_2_odi":"10493151","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS INCREASED ABNORMALLY AND THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE ON THE SHOULDER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/quest","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger occupant sensor and airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11435412","quote_1_text":"The airbag light on the dash started flashing indication something has a malfunction and the light showing passenger airbag is off. The vehicle was taken to Larry Miller Nissan for a $176 diagnostic. They related the passenger sensor for the airbag had failed in the seat cushion","quote_2_odi":"11390880","quote_2_text":"THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT BEGAN FLASHING. BROUGHT IT TO AN AUTO MECHANIC WHO RESET IT, RAN CODE AND FOUND OUT THAT THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNIT IN PASSENGER SEAT WAS THE CODE IT WAS THROWING","quote_3_odi":"11612641","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was started and running, her husband sat in the driver's side seat and wiped the center console, and without warning, the driver’s and passenger’s side curtain air bags inadvertently deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2010-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission power loss during highway driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":104,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11484979","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle at average highway speeds for over one hour approximately, the CVT transmission fluid overheats, and an engine code PO744 is set. This code is followed by reduction in engine power and speed limited to a safe mode of 25 mph","quote_2_odi":"11010560","quote_2_text":"AFTER APPROXIMATELY 2 HOURS OF DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE TRANSMISSION GOES INTO \"LIMP\" MODE. NISSAN STATES THIS IS THE RESULT OF THE TRANSMISSION OVERHEATING AND THE ONLY SOLUTION IS INSTALLING A NEW NISSAN EXTERNAL COOLER. CAR WILL BARELY REACH 55-60 MPH ESPECIALLY IF GOING","quote_3_odi":"11258368","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ROGUE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED TO 25 MPH WITH THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ENGAGED. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED DURING OR AFTER THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2010-electrical-fire","label":"Under-hood or dashboard electrical fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11649260","quote_1_text":"Upon my husband going to start the vehicle in the morning, he smelled an electrical fire. The door was locked which was odd so he attempted to use the key fob to unlock and it did not work. He went around to the passenger side door and it opened. To his surprise the interior of","quote_2_odi":"11609428","quote_2_text":"While parked and waiting for drive-thru service, my Nissan Rogue began to smoke and immediately turned into flames under the hood. There was no malfunction or problems before this incident","quote_3_odi":"11085179","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AND NOTICED HEAVY SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BY THE HEADLIGHTS. I PULLED OVER AND FIRE STARTED SHOOTING UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2010-fuel-gauge-sensor","label":"Fuel gauge and fuel level sensor inaccuracy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11151242","quote_1_text":"FUEL LEVEL SENSOR ERROR WHICH CAUSES THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TO COME ON. AFTER CAREFUL RESEARCH THIS IS KNOWN ISSUE EFFECTING THOUSANDS OF NISSANS. THE PART BECOMES FAULTY AFTER 40K MILES AND NISSAN IS AWARE","quote_2_odi":"11033349","quote_2_text":"FAULTY GAS GAUGE. CAR STALLED OUT AT QUARTER TANK. BROKE DOWN","quote_3_odi":"10896850","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE GAS GUAGE RAN OUT OF GAS WITH 3 BARS SHOWING. VERY DANGEROUS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2010-steering-column-rack","label":"Steering column and rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":282,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10632144","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ROGUE. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND REQUIRED EXCESSIVE FORCE TO MANEUVER. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10632086","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ROGUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A KNOCKING SOUND WHEN TURNED TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION WAS FAULTY","quote_3_odi":"11174676","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN ROGUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PINION NUT BECAME LOOSE AND THE DRIVESHAFT DETACHED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE TRAVELING 35 MPH. THE CONTACT COULD NOT STEER AND HAD TO STOP THE VEHICLE IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2011-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission overheating and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":100,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11476029","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission would over heat numerous times in uphill drive after 30 miles driving. The overheating would result in sudden slowing of vehicle and loss of acceleration even when acceleration pedal is fully pressed","quote_2_odi":"11097539","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE CANT HANDLE HILLS NOR WARMER DAYS. ANY AMBIENT TEMPERATURE PUSHING OVER 80 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT AND IT'S ALMOST A GIVEN THAT THE VEHICLE WILL LOSE POWER AND GO INTO A LIMP MODE","quote_3_odi":"11423485","quote_3_text":"The CVT transmission shuts off unexpectedly and for no reason. I was driving downhill, at 65 mph, in an empty car, with no load and the transmission just went into shutdown","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2011-electrical-fire","label":"Under-hood electrical fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11680104","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked outside, unoccupied on the driveway, the front hood caught on fire. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11450999","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, she smelled a burning odor. The contact stated that at that time she did not see any smoke in or around her vehicle, so she assumed that it may have been an outside vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11053331","quote_3_text":"ON SUNDAY(12/3/17), I DROVE HOME FROM CHURCH, PARKED MY CAR IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE AND ENTERED MY HOUSE FOR LESS THAN TEN MINUTES PRIOR TO MY NEIGHBOR KNOCKING ON MY DOOR TO NOTIFY ME THAT MY NISSAN ROGUE WAS ENGULFED IN FLAMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupant classification sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11438608","quote_1_text":"Passenger seat Occupant sensor has failed. Yes, available for inspection. This sensor communicates with the Airbag system. The front passenger airbag is disabled due to the fault","quote_2_odi":"11350076","quote_2_text":"1 OWNER CAR. MILEAGE 80,000. AIR BAG LIGHTS CAME ON BY SEAT AND ON DASH EVEN WHEN AN ADULT IS SITTING IN PASSENGER SEAT WHEN IGNITION IS ON. TOOK TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD ENTIRE SEAT MUST BE REPLACED BECAUSE OF THE SENSOR AT A COST OF $3000","quote_3_odi":"11418029","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed with the passenger’s side seat needing to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":362,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11650091","quote_1_text":"The power steering failed while driving","quote_2_odi":"11244023","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN ROGUE. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE MORE STRENGTH THAN USUAL TO MAKE TURNS. THE CONTACT HAD TO IMPROVISE TO AVOID A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11144270","quote_3_text":"EVERY TIME I'M MAKING A TURN OR PARALLEL PARK MY STEERING WHEEL PULLS BACK WITH FORCE AND LOCKS MAKING IT HARD TO STEER. THIS PROBLEM BEGAN A MONTH AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2012-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11301950","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS FLASHING SO WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG STAYS OFF EVEN WITH A PERSON IN THE SEAT. THEY STATED IT IS THE OCCUPANCY SENSOR AND WANTED OVER $2,000 TO FIX IT","quote_2_odi":"11142619","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SEAT OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILED. VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY BUT I NOTICED THAT OVER 3 MILLION NISSANS HAVE BEEN RECALLED FOR OCCUPANT SENSOR FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"11376298","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN ROGUE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG SENSOR WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2012-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission loss of power and acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":133,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11568572","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at approximately 75 MPH, the transmission failed to operate as designed and the vehicle lost motive power. There were no warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11161724","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAD CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE AT 90,000 MILES. CAR SPEED UNCONTROLLABLE BETWEEN SLOW OR TOO FAST ON THE HIGHWAY. NISSAN DEALER INDICATED TRANSMISSION WAS FAILING, BUT WOULD NOT REPLACE IT","quote_3_odi":"11450469","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle inadvertently decelerated while the RPM gauge increased. The contact was able to restart the vehicle to correct the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2012-door-lock-malfunction","label":"Power door lock and latch malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11733848","quote_1_text":"The doors unlock or lock on their own. Some locks then don’t lock or unlock. Sometimes they have to be unlocked manually. The trunk does not unlock at all. I can’t open the trunk","quote_2_odi":"11306566","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE DOOR LOCK MAKES A BUZZING SOUND WHEN LOCKING OR UNLOCKING DOOR USING KEY OR KEY FOB. DOOR WILL NOT LOCK WHEN USING KEY FOB. BAD ACTUATOR","quote_3_odi":"11012603","quote_3_text":"STATIONARY, 1 YEAR OLD IN REAR OF VEHICLE AND THE DOOR WOULD NOT UNLOCK. THE BUTTON ON THE P/S & D/S UNLOCKED EVERY DOOR EXCEPT FOR THE D/S REAR DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2012-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical system fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11575271","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that 6 hours after their vehicle was parked around sometime after midnight the vehicle suddenly caught fire","quote_2_odi":"11163739","quote_2_text":"12/22/2018 MY NISSAN ROGUE CAUGHT FIRE PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY. WE WERE ONLY ALERTED BECAUSE THE HORN DEFAULTED BECAUSE OF THE FIRE. FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE WITH SOME DIFFICULTY","quote_3_odi":"11041544","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE, A 2012 NISSAN ROUGE CAUGHT ON FIRE IN MY DRIVEWAY WHILE MYSELF AND THE OTHER MEMBERS OF OUR HOME WERE SLEEPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2012-fuel-gauge-inaccuracy","label":"Fuel gauge and range display inaccuracy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":317,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11596618","quote_1_text":"There is a very strong odor of gas that I can smell inside the cabin and fuel consumption is at an all time high.I drove on a full tank less than 100 miles and it was on empty","quote_2_odi":"11162417","quote_2_text":"12/16/18 FILLED FULL TANK OF GAS. RANGE SHOWED 297 WHEN NORMALLY IT SHOWS 320-330 MILES ON A FULL TANK. 12/18/18 AM, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WHILE DRIVING TO WORK","quote_3_odi":"11483091","quote_3_text":"Reported this issue to NHTSA 12/2018. Around 8/2022 incident started - full tank of gas, range 280 miles (typically 320 miles)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11612903","quote_1_text":"Air Bag warning light blinks 1 long and 5 short blinks. Scan shows code of B1018-00 which is passenger seat occupation seat sensor failure meaning even if seat is occupied, air bag will not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11477701","quote_2_text":"Hi there, question. I own a 2013 Nissan Rogue and the passenger side airbag will not work because the sensor on the passenger seat is not working. So when a person seats on the passenger seat, the airbag is not active","quote_3_odi":"11618627","quote_3_text":"During a rear end accident on the highway when someone slammed on their brakes, I hit them at around 40 mph and slamming on my brakes to prevent it and the airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2013-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission failure and sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":140,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11653470","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission shuddered, and cause the vehicle to stall. The check engine warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11492411","quote_2_text":"At 96,000 miles, I was driving and the CVT transmission went out. I was able to pull over but had to have the car towed for service. Nissan has had numerous problems with failing CVT transmissions, some recalled","quote_3_odi":"11365138","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN ROGUE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY DECELERATED TO 35 MPH AND FAILED TO ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2013-door-latch-failure","label":"Door latch and lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11733549","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the front driver’s and passenger’s side doors intermittently failed to open, causing the driver to climb over the rear seats to exit or enter the vehicle through the rear doors","quote_2_odi":"11722342","quote_2_text":"BOTH front door actuators have failed. Can NOT open the front passenger side door at ALL and the front driver side door will ONLY OPEN from the INSIDE","quote_3_odi":"11385576","quote_3_text":"CAR LOCKING MECHANISM FREEZES IN COLD WEATHER, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN DOOR DESPITE 'UNLOCKING' CAR. HAD THE ISSUE FIXED 2 YEARS AGO AND HAD TO HAVE IT FIXED AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2013-wiring-harness-fire","label":"Electrical fire from wiring harness corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":608,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11698395","quote_1_text":"My car was parked in my driveway without being used for almost a day and caught on fire. The fire started in the driver side where the harness supposedly got changed and went up","quote_2_odi":"11600234","quote_2_text":"Unknown what failed but my car was set on fire today. Whole dash was completely burnt","quote_3_odi":"11727741","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally notify NHTSA of a serious safety incident involving my 2013 Nissan Rogue. My vehicle experienced an electrical fire while parked in my driveway following heavy snowstorms and road salt exposure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-air-bag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11349014","quote_1_text":"YES GOT INTO A REALLY BAD CAR ACCIDENT AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ONLY ONES THAT DEPLOYED WERE THE SIDE ONES ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOORS","quote_2_odi":"11530883","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle rear-ended the contact's vehicle. The vehicle flipped; however, the driver's and passenger's side air bags failed to deploy. The contact, his wife, and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-air-bag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag occupant sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11489460","quote_1_text":"Airbag, B1018 Passenger Occupant Sensor (Unit Fail)","quote_2_odi":"11485469","quote_2_text":"Airbag light keeps on turning on and saying it doesn't work","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-cvt-transmission-stall","label":"CVT transmission stall and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11431165","quote_1_text":"Vibration from transmission shaking car at hwy speeds","quote_2_odi":"11484927","quote_2_text":"bad CVT transmission is that the transmission is slipping gears. Usually when hot and traveling long distance (150 miles)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-floorboard-water-intrusion","label":"Floorboard water intrusion and cabin mold","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11309753","quote_1_text":"WATER INTRUSION; DRIVER SIDE FLOORBOARD","quote_2_odi":"11300258","quote_2_text":"I HAVE WATER INTRUSION FROM THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO SEALANT DETERIORATION ON THE BODY. AS A RESULT THE FRONT DRIVER FLOOR AREA REMAINS WET AND HAS CAUSED SOME RUSTING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11758329","quote_1_text":"1.I have water leaking into my driver side well which could start an electrical fire. 2. My hood came flying open while driving, there is a faulty hood latch","quote_2_odi":"11758333","quote_2_text":"My hood flew open while I was driving and my vision was impaired, the hood latch is defective. There should be a safety on the hood if the button gets hit and you forget and drive off the latch should hold the lid down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-power-liftgate-drop","label":"Power liftgate drop after opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11608987","quote_1_text":"When opening our power liftgate it opens fully and then falls back down at least halfway","quote_2_odi":"11278181","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. WHEN OPENING THE REAR LIFT GATE, THE GATE GOES ALL THE WAY UP AND THEN COMES BACK DOWN TO ABOUT 5FT OFF THE GROUND. EVERYONE IS HITTING THEIR HEAD ON IT. WHEN I WAS LOOKING ONLINE TO SEE IF OTHERS HAD THE PROBLEM AND HOW TO FIX IT, I FOUND THERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-rear-control-arm-corrosion","label":"Rear control arm and front strut corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11634731","quote_1_text":"Both rear Lower control arms are rusted thru and need to be replaced. Car has 113,000 miles but is only 10 yrs old, Rust is severe enough that we were advised not to take long trips and to get it repair by dealer soon. Estimate is for $1400.00 and the dealership is","quote_2_odi":"11748705","quote_2_text":"The right front quick strut coil spring on our 2014 Nissan Rogue is broken. I called Nissan to ask if they would cover the repair because Rogues from 2014-2016 suffered this defect because the anti-corrosion coating was not done correctly. Nissan said our model was not","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2014-wire-harness-corrosion","label":"Wire harness corrosion after floor water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11309993","quote_1_text":"WATER INTRUSION ON DRIVERS SIDE FLOORBOARD DURING RAIN. KNOWN ISSUE ON OTHER NISSAN VEHICLES WHERE WELDS WERE MISSED OR SEALS WERE OVERLOOKED. AS STATED IN OTHER RECALLS AND BULLETINS, THIS IS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AS CAN LEAD TO A SHORT IN KICK PANEL COMPONENTS","quote_2_odi":"11512455","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V024000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that the passenger’s side drain tubes had become clogged, and water had accumulated in the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"10955005","quote_1_text":"THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON MY DASH IS ON AND NISSAN REFUSES TO LOOK INTO WHY IT IS ON OR IF THERE IS A FAUTLY AIRBAG UNLESS I PAY THEM TO DIAGNOSE THE ISSUE AND THEN PAY THEM TO FIX THE ISSUE. THIS IS A SAFTEY CONCERN,","quote_2_odi":"11707793","quote_2_text":"The airbag light comes on for no reasons and after spending the money to test it, the mechanics suggested multiple defects (clock spring, module, etc). There is no hit or anything and yet it just becomes faulty.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":111,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11363913","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE LOST ALL POWER TO ACCELERATE WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE WAS HIGH OR THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN IN USE FOR SEVERAL HOURS. INSTALLATION OF AN EXTERNAL TRANSMISSION FLUID COOLER FIXED THE PROBLEM. VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE WITHOUT THIS ADDITION.","quote_2_odi":"11671205","quote_2_text":"My car moves after I put it in park. It jerks forward even though I have it in park. Sometimes before I turn the engine off and sometimes after. I believe its the transmission and it should have been recalled but it hasn't.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2015-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11594620","quote_1_text":"Car stalled and Shuddering while driving on the freeway, sudden loss of power. Engine started to heat and smoke. Issue was probably the defective CVT transmission as noted in most Nissan.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2015-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":547,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"10875763","quote_1_text":"2015 NISSAN ROGUE PARKED IN MY GARAGE. I WAS IN DRIVEWAY HEARD LOUD NOISE LIKE GUNSHOT. LOOKED A MY CAR AND SAW THAT FRONT PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED INTO LITTLE PIECES OF GLASS . THANK GOD I WAS NOT DRIVING AT TIME.","quote_2_odi":"11362769","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT 70MPH WHEN I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND THEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING LARGE CHUNKS OF GLASS TO GO FLYING IN THE AIR AND ON THE HIGHWAY BEHIND ME. THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES IN SIGHT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":149,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":536,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11384163","quote_1_text":"WAS DRIVING CAR AND TRANSMISSION DIED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED TO REPAIR SHOP AND NEEDS A NEW TRANSMISSION. NISSAN ONLY COVERS UP TO 60000 MILES AND I AM OVER THAT SO IF IS COSTING ME $5000 TO REPLACE IT","quote_2_odi":"11449189","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is doggy and won't shift. The rpms just keep climbing with no power causing me to be in a high speed limit area slowing down significantly fast as the transmission won't engage, almost getting rear ended.","quote_3_odi":"11527934","quote_3_text":"Transmission failure caused loss of power resulting in multiple near collisions. When brought to the dealership I was completely dismissed as they were over booked and sent me away.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2016-passenger-airbag-off-light","label":"Passenger airbag off light with occupant seated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":536,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11320046","quote_1_text":"WHEN AN ADULT PASSENGER SITS IN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG \"OFF\" LIGHT ON THE DASH REMAINS ON!!! INDICATING THE PASSENGER AIR BAG IS TURNED OFF EVEN THOUGH AN ADULT PASSENGER IS SITTING ON THE SEAT. AT REST AND IN MOTION.","quote_2_odi":"11257699","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF LIGHT TURNS ON WHEN PASSENGER IS SEATED AND THE LIGHT TURNS OFF WHEN SEAT IS EMPTY. THIS SEEMS LIKE A VERY BIG SAFETY ISSUE SINCE THE AIRBAG WILL NOT GO ACTIVATE WHEN SOMEONE IS SEATED.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2016-stall-while-driving","label":"Stall while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":536,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11514931","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has 143000 Transmission fluid changed at 69,000 Transmission is lulling and not shifting accurately. Vehicle stalls while driving.","quote_2_odi":"11351346","quote_2_text":"MY 2016 NISSAN ROGUE STALLED SUDDENLY WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING IT AT 25 MPH. AFTER 3 DAYS OF INVESTIGATION IT TURNS OUT THE WIRING HARNESS HAD NOT BEEN PROPERLY SECURED AND THE CASING WORE OFF FROM RUBBING UP AGAINST THE CAR, CAUSING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11714509","quote_1_text":"I was t-boned in my driver side from a driver ran a red light and my air bags did not deploy, with that my head hit the driver side window","quote_2_odi":"11516928","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving at 70 MPH, he was rear-ended by another vehicle which caused him to crash into the vehicle in front of him. The air bags did not deploy upon impact","quote_3_odi":"11581405","quote_3_text":"None of the airbags deployed, even given the speed we were driving and the direct head on impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-cabin-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into cabin interior","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11741762","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has experienced repeated issues with the sunroof drain becoming clogged, which causes water to leak into the interior of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11542069","quote_2_text":"Twice in two years the sunroof drains have clogged causing severe water leaking into the cabin of the vehicle. The first time, the dealer cleaned them out and took everything out of my car to clean it, including seats and carpet","quote_3_odi":"11557291","quote_3_text":"I have water leak and mold growing in the passenger side of the vehicle for about a month. I took car to Rockaway Nissan, where i bought the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-cvt-loss-of-drive","label":"CVT failure with loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11722385","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2017 Nissan rogue to work after dropping off my daughters at school and daycare. I was getting on the highway on the entry ramp, as I sped up my car felt like it gave up","quote_2_odi":"11633556","quote_2_text":"On December 3, 2024, the transmission on my 2017 Nissan Rogue would not shift out of 2nd gear. I was driving home from work on a crowded freeway. When the traffic subsided, I could not make my vehicle drive faster than 20mph","quote_3_odi":"11535616","quote_3_text":"Occasionally, when attempting to start driving from a complete stop (from a stop sign, traffic light, etc.) the Rogue will delay to accelerate and not move more than a few miles per hour for a few seconds before fully engaging","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical system fire and burning odor","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11703077","quote_1_text":"My car caught fire, and it fits the description of the recall from other 2017 rogues but wasn't not listed on the recall list. They are fixing the body harness, and it was an electrical fire","quote_2_odi":"11743300","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was completely consumed. The hood melted, plastic, seats, tires consumed. Car was not driven day of incident","quote_3_odi":"11558347","quote_3_text":"After a visual inspection of the interior of the vehicle, the contact observed that the front driver's side door control panel had been damaged and melted consistent with a fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-liftgate-malfunction","label":"Rear liftgate malfunction and glass breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11584679","quote_1_text":"The liftgate has been malfunctioning. It will go up, and out of now where completely falls","quote_2_odi":"11732326","quote_2_text":"Shut door and started the engine, heard a loud noise, looked in rear view mirror and saw the lift gate glass had blown out from inside the vehicle!","quote_3_odi":"11746118","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the liftgate suddenly became stuck. The liftgate became inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Front passenger airbag occupant sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11657719","quote_1_text":"The passenger side air bag shows as off when someone is sitting in the seat","quote_2_odi":"11648224","quote_2_text":"The passenger seat sensors register that someone is not sitting in the seat when someone is. The passenger seat OFF light is constantly on regardless of someone in the seat","quote_3_odi":"11612921","quote_3_text":"The airbag system in my 2017 Nissan Rogue malfunctioned. The airbag warning light turned on, indicating a potential failure in the system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11750227","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced phantom braking. The \"Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) Malfunction\" message was displayed, and the brake warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11547669","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system activated when there was no hazard. it was a full on panic stop with ABS engaging. The event lasted about 2 seconds. There were no other cars near by so there was no incident","quote_3_odi":"11610748","quote_3_text":"I was drivin during the day with no one in front of me and all of a sudden the car was beeping, an alert flashed on the dash and my car skidded to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2017-rear-differential-failure","label":"Rear differential and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11751697","quote_1_text":"It then showed awd temp overheating stop vehicle and looking out my rear view mirror I saw smoke. I rolled down the window and started hearing clunking and grinding so I stopped immediately and had it towed the rest of the way. My rear differential is completely broken","quote_2_odi":"11653608","quote_2_text":"About a month later, the rear differential failed. Car only has 87,000 miles on it and was not driven in any excessive manner","quote_3_odi":"11634657","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the transfer case needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11596100","quote_1_text":"While driving on a clear day on an open road going about 50 MPH my car made the emergency alert noise for a forward collision and slammed on the brakes. Nothing was in front of me and the event almost caused an accident","quote_2_odi":"11633172","quote_2_text":"At 3 separate times while driving my car just suddenly brakes and one of the times was doing between 40 and 50 with no other car around and suddenly with no warning car starts beeping and comes to an abrupt halt jacking the seatbelt tight and coming to a complete stop","quote_3_odi":"11466175","quote_3_text":"Since it was purchased there has been 20 or more cases of the Automatic Emergency Braking activating itself, without any visible trigger","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11580680","quote_1_text":"Was at a complete stop at a red light, was struck from behind in which the car was going approximately 50 miles an hour, and no airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11576849","quote_2_text":"On 3/5/24 I had a collision with a large deer. The front of the car was impacted. The air bags did not deploy. I was driving at 50 mph","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-airbag-sensor-light","label":"Passenger air bag sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11533786","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag light stays illuminated regardless if there is a passenger in the seat or not. A diagnostic scan was run and it is Code= B00A0:00","quote_2_odi":"11530123","quote_2_text":"The passenger Occupant Classification System is malfunctioning. The weight sensor under the passenger side is no longer detecting an adult sitting in the passenger seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-backup-camera-blackout","label":"Backup camera image blackout or freeze","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11496676","quote_1_text":"The backup camera engages, but the camera image freezes momentarily after engaging. The freeze happens for around 1-2 seconds. The camera then continues to work or then crashes completely and you have to move out of reverse and back into reverse to reengage the backup camera","quote_2_odi":"11445450","quote_2_text":"Backup camera shuts off. Occasionally when backing up using the rear camera assistant (built into the infotainment screen) the system will shutoff and display the Bluetooth song which is playing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT failure with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11607206","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway at 75 mph my Nissan Rogue lost its ability to accelerate and maintain its speed while on cruise control. The CVT transmission has abruptly become faulty and now has internal issues according to Polo S Mechanic shop","quote_2_odi":"11552491","quote_2_text":"Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) started to Jerk on Friday October 27, 2023. Vehicle 2018 Nissan Rogue SV only has 55,871 miles","quote_3_odi":"11532881","quote_3_text":"Transmission jerks continually when accelerating from a stopped position until 20+ mph is reached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-driver-seat-frame","label":"Driver seat frame looseness and movement","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11641060","quote_1_text":"My drivers seat moves, the back is breaking off of the bottom, as I drive the seat moves and is breaking","quote_2_odi":"11504232","quote_2_text":"Now the dealership supposedly replaced the seat with a new one and this is happening again where the seat does not lock in position from moving back and forth. When you accelerate the seat moves back and if you brake the seat moves forward","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-hvac-blend-door","label":"HVAC blend door failure blocking heat and defrost","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11624273","quote_1_text":"The Blend Door Actuator is completely stripped causing the air that blows throughout the car and defrosts the dash. It is stuck on cold preventing window defrosting, in wintertime this is dangerous limitating visibility","quote_2_odi":"11552204","quote_2_text":"The HVAC blend door on this car will strip out and in the winter you cannot switch it from cold air to hot air","quote_3_odi":"11444338","quote_3_text":"Heater blows cold and will not defrost A/C blows warm and will not cool","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2018-liftgate-unintended-closing","label":"Power liftgate unintended closing","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":609,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11662769","quote_1_text":"Rear power lift gate on my 2018 Nissan Rogue will randomly close after being lifted. Happens at any time, whether the key fob, dash button or the button on the lift gate itself is used. The lift gate has hit my wife and I in the head multiple times causing minor injury","quote_2_odi":"11439620","quote_2_text":"I have had multiple incidents where whether I use the fob or the manual button on the truck door it’s self it will open and then immediately start to close when I am standing underneath it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2019-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11454132","quote_1_text":"I was driving on I-78W at 65-70 miles and suddenly the automatic emergency break went on and stopped my car. I look around and there was not car closed to me at all. My heart was Frozen just to imagine what would Happed if there was some behind me or even worse my family with me…","quote_2_odi":"11488324","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system on my 2019 Nissan Rogue will come on and stop the car dead in its tracks for no reason or no obstruction in the way that should cause this to happen. I feel it is very unsafe as this has now happened to us while driving three times. and one…","quote_3_odi":"11614622","quote_3_text":"Twice in the past week (9/11 & 9/14), the AEB has engaged while I was driving (forward) despite NO vehicles/objects/people obstructing the path. Yes, it is available for inspection upon request. There was no beeping, no lights on the dashboard, or any other warnings prior to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2019-backup-camera-blank-screen","label":"Backup camera blank or black screen in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735525","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the screen would display a blank image. The contact stated that the camera would operate normally when pressing the camera button; just not while the vehicle was in reverse(R). Upon investigation…","quote_2_odi":"11439462","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, the back-up camera display was black. The dealer was made aware of the failure and scheduled an upcoming appointment for diagnosis. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the…","quote_3_odi":"11534957","quote_3_text":"When placed in reverse the back up camera will show just the blue lines on the screen and immediately the screen will go off so the backup camera doesn't work and while back up the car it just automatically brake even when nothing is around the vehicle and by doing that it has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2019-cvt-hesitation-jerking","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11678291","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission in my 2019 Nissan Rogue failed unexpectedly at approximately 45,000 miles, just one year after the factory warranty expired. I first noticed issues on July 4, 2025, when the vehicle began hesitating and jerking in idle and occasionally during acceleration.…","quote_2_odi":"11697812","quote_2_text":"My car has about 61,000 miles and gas been properly maintained with routine oil changes and such. At around 60,000 miles the car started jerking up on the freeway when I was driving at 20mph due to traffic. The accelerator would also jump up from 1 to 2 quickly. The issue became…","quote_3_odi":"11621169","quote_3_text":"When driving taking off from a stand still. My Rogue is giving me hesitation. And try's to stall when accelerating Then it starts to jerk real hard and dies sometimes it doesn't take off from the light. Also the car starts breaking out of nowhere causing to a sudden stop. I've…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2019-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuators failing, including in heat","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11478072","quote_1_text":"When the driver side door reaches an internal temperature of over 100 degrees in direct sunlight, the actuator that controls the door lock will no longer function until the door cools down. The problem is easily reproducible but I have not been to the dealer as of yet. There is…","quote_2_odi":"11705278","quote_2_text":"Summary of the Problem: The passenger side front (left passenger) door lock actuator on my 2019 Nissan Rogue has failed for the second time. This is a repeat failure of the same component, which was previously replaced approximately four years ago. The lock intermittently fails…","quote_3_odi":"11586548","quote_3_text":"at about 45,000 miles i noticed my passenger door lock intermittently not responding the lock and unlock from the key fob and button on the drivers door. had i not noticed this could cause a dangerous situation safety wise. i took it to dealer said actuator is not working all…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 328 total)","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11501664","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the sunroof panel shattered without impact. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to replace the sunroof glass. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted.…","quote_2_odi":"11437402","quote_2_text":"last Friday, Oct 15, 2021 driving by the freeway (no cars around), the sunroof just shatter, making a big hole in the glass, this could be a really bad situation if the cover were opened, thank God the hardcover was closed or we could get covered on glass and could cause a…","quote_3_odi":"11574258","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded without any external actions. Driving on interstate no other vehicles around and heard a loud bang, then wind noise from roof.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2020-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11631933","quote_1_text":"On a clear sunny day, while driving around 40 mph with no traffic in front or behind me my Automatic Emergency Braking activated for a instant and then released. If I had been in traffic such as driving through Dallas at 70 mph or more, I might have been rear ended. It scared…","quote_2_odi":"11489840","quote_2_text":"Was driving on a county highway in Mercer County, NJ that I've driven many times before around 40-45 MPH in perfect sunny weather, mid-morning, when suddenly the car slammed on the brakes on its own. It was a terrifying experience as it happened so fast and I had no control…","quote_3_odi":"11576527","quote_3_text":"When driving the forward collision warning will flash and beep and immediately brake and causes the car to come to a complete stop, when there is nothing in front of the car. It could cause an accident. I believe the forward collision warning sensor has failed. This has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2020-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuator failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11695578","quote_1_text":"Our 2020 Nissan Rouge SV has experienced a failure of the driver door electric door actuator. It will not lock using the electric door lock buttons inside the car, the button on the exterior door handle, or using the FOB. The result is that you think the car is locked, but the…","quote_2_odi":"11725414","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN Driver door will not lock via key fob or button. Actuator appears to be faulty. Car has been left unlocked without me knowing numerous time. I have to manually lock/unlock the door. It does stay locked durning driving but, may be manually locked. The auto lock safety…","quote_3_odi":"11690900","quote_3_text":"The car door lock actuator failed prematurely. Part should last 10 to 20 years. It's not locking the door or if it is locked it won't let you in or out. Big issue regarding safety. I know past models had a recall. Unfortunately haven't heard anything on it for my model year.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2020-driver-seat-movement","label":"Driver seat movement and looseness","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726698","quote_1_text":"Driver Seat moves forward when brakes are applied - yes the seat and vehicle can be available anytime for inspection. When ever the brakes are applied the driver seat moves towards the steering wheel and windshield. I am concerned the seat will fail altogether and slam me into…","quote_2_odi":"11724899","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front driver's side seat failed to remain in a locked position as intended, and the seat moved while the vehicle was in motion. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not…","quote_3_odi":"11577789","quote_3_text":"Driver's seat failed at the weld. It was squeaking and sliding back and forth a fraction of an inch at starts and stops. It was quite distracting for the driver and passengers thereby creating unsafe conditions. There were no warning lamps. This seat was confirmed by the dealer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2020-vehicle-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11730273","quote_1_text":"The 2020 Nissan rogue as I was driving, started smoking, then stalled. I immediately got out and popped the hood and there was flames everywhere. Entire engine bay burned. I saved the car from burning completely by dumping water. As I was in a national forest, that is very…","quote_2_odi":"11704685","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH during rush hour traffic, the contact became aware of a chemical odor, and within seconds there was black smoke entering the cabin of the vehicle. The contact immediately pulled over…","quote_3_odi":"11684485","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the vehicle had been parked at the residence for approximately two hours when she looked out her window and noticed that the vehicle had caught fire. There were no warning lights prior to the failure. There were no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-backup-camera-rear-hatch-leak","label":"Backup camera failure from rear hatch water","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738695","quote_1_text":"The backup camera stopped working. Vehicle taken to Buckeye Nissan in Ohio and rear hatch cover removed and a significant amount of water discovered in the rear hatch exposing the camera to this water has short circuited the camera disabling it. Tech checked the wire leading to…","quote_2_odi":"11718183","quote_2_text":"MY REAR BACK UP CAMERS STOPPED WORKING. I TOOK THE CAR TO MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALER. I BOUGHT THE EXTENDED WARRENTY FOR ELECTRONICS SO THEY REPLACED THE CAMERA TO NO AVAIL. THEN THEY REPLACED THE A/V CONTROL UNIT WHICH DID NOT FIX THE PROBELM. AT THAT TIME THEY ADVISED ME THE REAR…","quote_3_odi":"11689830","quote_3_text":"My back hatch has been leaking causing my camera to mess up I do have video of it but I've been told many other rogue owners have this issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-coolant-head-gasket-engine","label":"Coolant loss, head gasket and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714910","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety defect for my 2021 Nissan Rogue with approximately 140,000 miles. The vehicle has repeatedly overheated, emitted white smoke from the dipstick area and the exhaust, lost coolant, and produced no cabin heat. The engine rattles and shakes…","quote_2_odi":"11694873","quote_2_text":"I have 2021 Nissan to and my suv is drinking a lot of coolant. I have a cracked head gasket where the car has never over heated. It's coolant mixed with my oil and sometimes it has trouble cranking. When it does crank a bunch of white smoke comes from the exhaust pipe…","quote_3_odi":"11699172","quote_3_text":"Car was sputtering and didn't idle right, engine light came on and took it to Nissan dealership-they replaced egr valve gasket, exhaust gas recirculating, air filter and did 2 recalls. Then 2 days later the car didn't want to start and had clouds of white smoke coming out of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734346","quote_1_text":"All four door locks are now inoperable. Doors do not respond to normal locking and unlocking features. Doors lock and unlock randomly making this a safety concern for those in the vehicle. NIssan is well aware of this ongoing problem and have issued several Technical Services…","quote_2_odi":"11729510","quote_2_text":"Three out of the four door lock actuators have gone bad. It's the front driver side door, rear driver side door, and rear passenger side door. That's not normal wear and tear, that's a defect and it's a safety issue.","quote_3_odi":"11680020","quote_3_text":"Driver side rear door lock electrical actuator will not lock or unlock the door. Door has to be manually unlocked. In the event of an emergency, it will delay the egress of a passenger in the rear seat. The issue would make it near impossible to unlock the door in an emergency…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-electronic-shutdown-collision-warning","label":"Electronic shutdown and false collision warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714061","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Safety Defect Report I am submitting this vehicle safety defect report regarding a serious and dangerous failure in a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The vehicle experienced complete electronic shutdowns while driving on the highway. During the most severe incidents, on December 19,…","quote_2_odi":"11721639","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will come up with a collision warning and tell you to refer to the owners manual. And then tells you to pull over and shuts off the vehicle. After 10 seconds vehicle starts up again and drives. My wife it have been seriously injured or worse had others in the road not…","quote_3_odi":"11680660","quote_3_text":"I had purchased a brand new 2021 Nissan Rouge SV AWD in 2021. I am now at 46,000 miles and I have had all system lights on and off since purchase. The first started with back hatch around 20 miles, went to go get it taken care of and it disappeared. I have broke down with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-rear-glass-breakage","label":"Rear glass breakage without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11712424","quote_1_text":"Back window glass exploded into car and onto garage floor. Had just started car and put in reverse when loud explosion occurred and stopped the car to inspect. Found entire back window shattered and pieces resting inside car trunk, rear seats, and garage floor…","quote_2_odi":"11702905","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after remote starting the vehicle in cold weather, after two to three minutes, the contact drove the vehicle with the defroster activated for a half mile. After parking and depressing the stop button, there was a…","quote_3_odi":"11703386","quote_3_text":"I had turned on my front and rear window defrosters and as I was driving along the road, my rear windshield shattered unprovoked.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-roof-water-intrusion","label":"Roof and windshield water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11693772","quote_1_text":"During a recent trip I noticed a \"fluttering/rattling\" noise coming from the top of the windshield of our 2021 Nissan Rogue Platinum. The noise was very noticeable at interstate highway speed and on rougher road surfaces. While looking for the source of noise I found staining…","quote_2_odi":"11696161","quote_2_text":"Since October of 2024, I've been having recurring leaks coming through the front right passenger's side at the top corner of the windshield, where the seam in the fabric meets. I have had multiple appointments at Nissan dealerships, where I've been told \"your drains are…","quote_3_odi":"11675244","quote_3_text":"There are leaks at the corner of the top windshield through to the inside of the vehicle. Problem is reoccurring with rain and when vehicle is washed leaving the interior of the roof and side panel lining the windshield wet potential causing internal water damage to electrical…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2021-steering-tie-rod-failure","label":"Steering, tie rod and control arm failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 264 total)","source_complaint_count":264,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703910","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of the roadway. The contact exited the vehicle to inspect the vehicle and discovered that the front driver's and passenger's side wheels were…","quote_2_odi":"11720816","quote_2_text":"I was in my 2021 Nissan Rogue and just turned right down the street from my in-laws home ( out of state in Indiana) when the vehicle violently jerked to the right and I was unable to control it and sent me into a ditch. My speed was 14mph when this happened. I managed to get it…","quote_3_odi":"11695938","quote_3_text":"I was backing out of a parking garage and I had the steering wheel turned while I was reversing so I could exit the lot. I heard a pop and put the car in drive to move forward and the car would not move. Once I put the car in park and exited the vehicle I could see that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-camera-system-failure","label":"Backup camera and ADAS camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665611","quote_1_text":"Back up camera fails to load when car is put in reverse. Nissan is not sure what the cause is but thinks its software and wants $700+ for further diagnostics","quote_2_odi":"11607059","quote_2_text":"I live in Melbourne Florida, when going to pick up the wife I turn on the ADAS as I was leaving the house and I got this message","quote_3_odi":"11647778","quote_3_text":"Electrical: Camera system stops working all of a sudden at 50k miles and unable to use reverse camera and will not work when clicking on camera button","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-engine-coolant-intrusion","label":"Engine failure from coolant intrusion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":161,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748992","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a serious safety concern involving my 2022 Nissan Rogue equipped with the 1.5L engine. While driving in normal traffic, my vehicle suddenly displayed an \"Engine Malfunction\" warning with no prior indication of an engine problem","quote_2_odi":"11730725","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety defect involving my 2022 Nissan Rogue related to NHTSA Recall 25V437 (engine bearing failure). Prior to complete engine failure, I experienced multiple instances of sudden loss of power while driving at highway speeds, creating a serious safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11692264","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 45-55 MPH, the vehicle shuddered, and there was white smoke coming out of the exhaust pipes, and the vehicle lost motive power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-fuel-odor-cabin","label":"Gasoline odor inside cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11582259","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2022 Nissan Rogue in October 2022. Almost immediately I started noticing a smell of gasoline not only while I was driving but more so after I pulled the car in the garage and turned it off. The smell was very strong","quote_2_odi":"11574708","quote_2_text":"There is an ongoing problem with a fuel (gasoline) odor in the cabin. This most commonly occurs in a warm start situation, ie the car has sat for 15 minutes to an hour after driving","quote_3_odi":"11568851","quote_3_text":"Strong odor of fuel when parked in the garage and vehicle is off. Nissan dealer can not find issue. VERY STRONG SMELL OF GAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-moonroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic moonroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672607","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate at normal highway speed, the sunroof of my 2022 Nissan Rogue SV AWD suddenly shattered and exploded without any warning or visible impact. The noise was extremely loud","quote_2_odi":"11715466","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud banging sound coming from the vehicle, and the contact pulled over","quote_3_odi":"11625043","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH with the A/C unit set to 70 degrees, she observed a loud bang emanating from the roof of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-plastic-oil-pan-failure","label":"Plastic oil pan and drain plug failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11631683","quote_1_text":"Drain plug complete assembly detached from oil pan rendering the drain plug unusable and needs oil pan to be replaced due to oil pan material made of a plastic material","quote_2_odi":"11614232","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after an oil change, the technician informed the contact that the metal drain plug on the oil pan had been over tightened, and while removing the oil drain plug, the entire threaded area of the oil pan fractured","quote_3_odi":"11601779","quote_3_text":"Oil pan and plug. Of the last 3 oil changes we are on our 2nd replacement for the oil pan & plug. So 2 of the 3 times they had to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-roof-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion through roof and pillars","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703458","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a persistent water intrusion defect in my 2022 Nissan Rogue Platinum that Nissan has not formally addressed through a recall, despite published Technical Service Bulletins acknowledging the issue","quote_2_odi":"11614568","quote_2_text":"I had to have the bars on top of my vehicle replaced due to a flapping noise. The dealership told me that the bars were broken. After replacing the bars, the roof began to leak and now the liner on the a-pillar has a water stain on it","quote_3_odi":"11608626","quote_3_text":"Water leaking through front pillars","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-steering-ok-button-stuck","label":"Steering wheel OK button failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11652834","quote_1_text":"buttons such as the selector wheel on the left side of the steering wheel stick and it keeps wanting to cycle through settings because of it. There is no way to pop it back out, and it remains stuck","quote_2_odi":"11709757","quote_2_text":"On the left side of the steering wheel there is a group of Settings buttons with a pressure sensitive dial, called the OK button, that controls which menu you choose. The button no longer allows me to select a menu option because the depression sensor does not spring back","quote_3_odi":"11652946","quote_3_text":"The OK button on the steering wheel collapsed in causing the dash menus to choose random settings and turn them on or off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"rogue-2022-tie-rod-failure","label":"Steering tie rod fracture","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":252,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734919","quote_1_text":"Inner tie rod on the driver side fell off why driving down the interstate. No warnings and no previous maintenance on that part or area","quote_2_odi":"11696395","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at 5 MPH, the front passenger’s wheel locked up, and the vehicle failed to steer as intended","quote_3_odi":"11669325","quote_3_text":"Tie rod on passenger side of car broke after pulling out of driveway. dealership mechanic stated the rods were previously bent which caused it to break","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2023-electrical-no-start-lockout","label":"Electrical system faults causing no-start and lockouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11744739","quote_1_text":"When starting the car, the park light flashes on the dashboard and the electronic parking brake will not disengage","quote_2_odi":"11717000","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, unknown orange warning lights illuminated, and the message “Do Not Drive” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11719535","quote_3_text":"The car lost power when I got in the vehicle, I had to walk to my daughters school to pick her up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2023-engine-bearing-failure","label":"Engine bearing failure with stalling and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":119,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751778","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message \"Engine Malfunction - Power Reduced Service Now\" was displayed and the vehicle stalled. The failure was a recurring failure. The vehicle was towed to the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11750669","quote_2_text":"My vehicle experienced severe stalling, rough idling, and a strong burning smell, which match the exact defect characteristics outlined in NHTSA Campaign 26V080 for Nissan main bearing failure (The year 2026 campaign is active)","quote_3_odi":"11746200","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V437000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); and the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2023-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation and dropout","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751476","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH, the collision mitigation braking system erroneously engaged and the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11708281","quote_2_text":"Feb.29,2024 I had a warning light come on that said \"Forward driving aids temporarily disabled front sensor blocked\" when this message appears my cruise control is disabled","quote_3_odi":"11707771","quote_3_text":"Forward collision alarm set off causing the car to stop and steering to change while in cruise control this was on the freeway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2023-fuel-odor-cabin-intrusion","label":"Fuel odor intrusion into cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11752516","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing my 2023 Nissan Rogue brand new, I have experienced severe drowsiness and an inability to breathe when driving in start-and-stop traffic","quote_2_odi":"11715743","quote_2_text":"Was driving this morning 2/5/2026 to work when I noticed a very strong gas smell in my cabin","quote_3_odi":"11712301","quote_3_text":"Jc Billon supposedly fixed the gas line recall but unfortunately my car still smells like gas from time to time and I have reached out numerous times with no call backs and they still have not reached out about the engine recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2023-rear-glass-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Rear window and sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":667,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751760","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, there was a loud banging sound coming from the top of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11742449","quote_2_text":"The hatchback window exp!oded into the vehicle. The vehicle had been setting under a carport all night and my wife got in the car and when she closed the door the hatch window shattered","quote_3_odi":"11723908","quote_3_text":"While operating my 2023 Nissan Rogue, the panoramic sunroof exploded outward without any external impact. The incident occurred under normal driving conditions with no debris strike, collision, or environmental hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2024-engine-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss, stall, and VC-Turbo engine failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11652277","quote_1_text":"Vehicle (NISSAN ROUGE 2024) which is part of our more than 100 fleet vehicles which has a problem with this warning: \"Engine Malfunction Power reduced Service now\" and suddenly stops in the road or freeway that poses safety concern of our drivers","quote_2_odi":"11685116","quote_2_text":"Engine started smoking, burning smell, exhaust smoking, stopped working, won't drive anymore, won't start , if do get it started it idles high then crashes. No warning lights. Coolant isn't leaking but it's using all reserve coolant. No longer drivable","quote_3_odi":"11723584","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the engine running, there was a burning odor coming from the vehicle, and smoke was coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2024-forward-collision-warn","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11605783","quote_1_text":"When adaptive cruise control is in use at set speed of 75MPH, suddenly vehicle breaks to slow down to the speed of 55-60 MPH and within seconds accelerates again to the set cruising speed. This happened at least three time in the last three days with no other vehicle ahead of me","quote_2_odi":"11656081","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the warning light remained illuminated for several weeks","quote_3_odi":"11644092","quote_3_text":"Good day! This is a report about a product/manufacturer safety issue! We recently purchased a 2024 Nissan Rogue AWD vehicle. Shortly after the purchase, we were driving here in Tennessee on a divided highway with left and right turn lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2024-gasoline-odor-cabin","label":"Gasoline odor entering cabin and garage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11637768","quote_1_text":"Upon starting the vehicle, there is a distinct gas smell that fills the cabin. It goes away after awhile driving, but happens again when the car has been turned off and started again. This comes through the air vents in the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11651595","quote_2_text":"After parking in my Rogue in the garage there is a very strong odor of gasoline which doesn't dissapate, even the next day. I have taken to 2 different Nissan dealers and it still persists.I'm afraid the gas odors will ignite my garage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2024-infotainment-camera-fail","label":"Infotainment screen and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11665062","quote_1_text":"Radio loses audio and infotainment system resets on random starts. Internet research shows this common problem among 2024 Nissan Rogue Platinums and requires a manufacturer fix to software system","quote_2_odi":"11680016","quote_2_text":"I have problems with my reverse camera. When in reverse sometimes it will freeze or show a blank screen other times it will act normal. I went to the Deloris 3 times 1 time they replaced the camera but it kept doing the same thing the other 2 they could not verify","quote_3_odi":"11682257","quote_3_text":"Faulty infotainment system Here are some of the issues that occur on an ongoing basis - since I’ve purchased this brand new Rogue - not all of them at one: - doesn’t come on - no sound - no AM or FM stations come up - 1/2 the speakers have no sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2024-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and liftgate glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":177,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11680823","quote_1_text":"rear tailgate window exploded for no reason. i work for a fleet company and we have had this happen on at least 8 nissan rogues some in winter some in summer. Glass being blown out is extremely frightening while driving and could increase the risk of a crash","quote_2_odi":"11711694","quote_2_text":"Vehicle parked in driveway. Entire rear window shattered spontaneously. Discovered the damage when I went to drive it again. Simple google search shows it is a known issue with 21-25 model year Nissan Rogues","quote_3_odi":"11751043","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was parked in a parking lot on a day with mild temperatures (55 degrees Fahrenheit) and the back window glass spontaneously shattered. Nothing struck it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2025-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and malfunction warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11732462","quote_1_text":"On April 19, 2026, while driving on the highway with my [XXX] son, the vehicle suddenly experienced a complete engine failure and shut down without any warning, leaving us stranded in the middle of the road","quote_2_odi":"11719822","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start and became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11687048","quote_3_text":"I bought Nissan Rouge 2025 and just after 234 miles warning light \"Engine Malfunction Power Reduced Service Now\" came on. I took it to dealership, and they checked and said nothing was wrong with the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2025-fca-malfunction","label":"Forward collision system false activation or failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11737507","quote_1_text":"Vehicle could not brake. The abs brakes did not function and forward collission warning did not go on causing a collission with another car that cut in front of car","quote_2_odi":"11718101","quote_2_text":"While driving at 45 MPH with my wife in the front passenger seat, on a two lane road (one way each direction) in Wake Forest NC, no cars were in the front or rear of my vehicle , sunny clear weather, the following happened:","quote_3_odi":"11667826","quote_3_text":"I purchased a brand new 2025 Nissan Rogue on June 4, 2025, with the expectation that its ProPILOT and Safety Assist features would function reliably under normal driving conditions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2025-liftgate-strike","label":"Power liftgate closing on occupant","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739469","quote_1_text":"The contact leased a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that upon pushing the button to open the hatch, the hatch would automatically come down once a person moved from under the liftgate","quote_2_odi":"11720878","quote_2_text":"power tailgate closes automatically without notice. Ive complained to the dealer several times and they cannot find out why it does it. I have been hit in the head and shoulder several times","quote_3_odi":"11707513","quote_3_text":"The automatic liftgate will close on you when you’re not expecting it. This is caused us to hit our head, at least three times while trying to remove items from the back of the Nissan Rogue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"nissan-rogue-2025-rear-glass-shatter","label":"Rear window and hatch glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":136,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":170,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11743452","quote_1_text":"I own a 2025 Nissan Rogue, and the rear windshield shattered suddenly without any impact, collision, or contact with an object. This was not caused by an accident or misuse on my part","quote_2_odi":"11740203","quote_2_text":"Was driving up the interstate to work this morning. Before i got to my exit my rear window exploded","quote_3_odi":"11692287","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal popping sound and noticed that the rear windshield had shattered. The contact did not sustain any injuries","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2026,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"2026-nissan-rogue-adas-cruise-lane-fault","label":"ProPilot adaptive cruise and lane-keeping system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734081","quote_1_text":"I applied brakes and came to a panic sideways stop inches from the car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11732846","quote_2_text":"The vehicle reads the speed limit signs improperly and the adaptive cruise control will speed up the vehicle to the improper speed limit","quote_3_odi":"11711330","quote_3_text":"The software for the ProSystem is flawed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2026,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"2026-nissan-rogue-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine failure and stall at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751086","quote_1_text":"On June 19, 2026, while driving my 2026 Nissan Rogue SV at approximately highway speed, my vehicle suddenly lost power without warning","quote_2_odi":"11754623","quote_2_text":"My 2026 Nissan Rogue SV engine suffered catastrophic engine failure of no. 3 cylinder. Resulted in total loss of engine coolant, damage to the engine block, no. 3 cylinder and related parts, and additional damage to catalytic converter and turbocharger","quote_3_odi":"11726978","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2026 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after arriving at her job and safely exiting the vehicle, white smoke was noticed by her manager on duty coming from under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2026,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"2026-nissan-rogue-rear-window-shatter","label":"Spontaneous rear window and backlite shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751879","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was completely stationary at a red light when the rear windshield suddenly and spontaneously exploded with a loud gunshot-like sound. There was no road debris, no preceding or surrounding vehicles, and absolutely no external impact","quote_2_odi":"11708672","quote_2_text":"On Friday 01/02/2026 in my driveway, when closing my driver side front door of my 2026 Nissan Rogue purchased in mid-December, I suddenly heard a loud pop followed by crashing like breaking glass sound","quote_3_odi":"11729247","quote_3_text":"I have 2026 Nissan rogue rock creek. I opened my back driver passenger door set my purse down, closed the door and the rear windshield exploded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2026,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"2026-nissan-rogue-rollaway-brake-failure","label":"Unintended acceleration, rollaway, and brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757118","quote_1_text":"On XXX (clear ), while parking a Hertz rental Nissan Rogue at a hotel parking lot in [XXX], the vehicle suddenly and violently accelerated forward without warning. Brake pedal application was ineffective","quote_2_odi":"11757012","quote_2_text":"I personally placed the vehicle in Park while the engine was running. After I exited the vehicle and was away from it, the vehicle moved on its own. When I returned after hearing the impact, the gear selector was no longer in Park and was in another position","quote_3_odi":"11734979","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded Would not go into drive or neutral Lost all power going 75mph going down highway Brake went all the way down to floor and shuts off wouldn’t start back up for about 5 min","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2026,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue","model_slug":"rogue","cluster_id":"2026-nissan-rogue-transmission-shift-jerk","label":"Transmission shift jerk and auto stop-start restart jolt","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726288","quote_1_text":"The transmission malfunctioned when I shifted from reverse to drive. It took extra effort to put it into drive from reverse, and when it finally shifted/clunked into place it made a loud sound, literally jerking the car","quote_2_odi":"11729620","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety issue with the vehicle’s auto engine stop/start system","quote_3_odi":"11726304","quote_3_text":"Auto On/Off is becoming less reliable. Hesitant and jerking upon restart at times. Consistent with Recall 26V081 Throttle/Power Train","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/nissan/rogue","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-airbag-warning-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11650168","quote_1_text":"The airbag light has been illuminated. Checked the wiring under the seats & is not loose. This issue has been recalled for other VINs but Nissan is neglecting to expand to all cars with the problem! This is a huge safety risk & needs to be recalled!","quote_2_odi":"11498364","quote_2_text":"Passenger Occupant Sensor is Malfunctioning. Very similar condition to Recall 16V244000. Nissan is stating that the VIN number is not impacted by the recall but I believe it is the same issue and that they did not expand the recall to cover all the affected vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11530883","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle rear-ended the contact's vehicle. The vehicle flipped; however, the driver's and passenger's side air bags failed to deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-cvt-judder-stall","label":"CVT judder and stall at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11643573","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was experiencing judder on two recent occasions. The vehicle was just over 90K miles and due for a CVT fluid inspection","quote_2_odi":"11559991","quote_2_text":"The CVT Transmission in my 2014 Nissan Rogue was replaced by Nissan in 2018 at 30K miles. Now 52K the CVT Transmission has malfunctioned once again","quote_3_odi":"11404472","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, THE RPM WENT UP TO 4,000 AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. AT SLOWER SPEEDS, THERE IS A SHUDDER OR VIBRATION AND A LACK OF POWER/ACCELERATION. AN INSPECTION BY A TRANSMISSION SHOP INDICATED CVT TRANSMISSION FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11676765","quote_1_text":"Driver Side door does not unlock","quote_2_odi":"11626689","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that the door locks were independently disengaging while the vehicle was parked in cold weather below 20-degrees","quote_3_odi":"11545865","quote_3_text":"I went to open the driver's side door after unlocking the car and the door handle came off in my hand","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-headlight-lens-fogging","label":"Headlight lens fogging","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11495140","quote_1_text":"Nisan 2014 Rogue headlight covers are cloudy and get cloudier daily. It is in the factory plastic cover","quote_2_odi":"11448612","quote_2_text":"Running lights are dim (30% as bright as new) due to failed cup reflectors in the headlight assembly","quote_3_odi":"11415994","quote_3_text":"MY HEADLIGHTS GLOBE IS FROSTED SO MUCH I CANNOT SEE CLEARLY WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT. I HAVE A 2014 AND I DON'T THINK THEY SHOULD BE THIS FOGGY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Power liftgate strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11608987","quote_1_text":"When opening our power liftgate it opens fully and then falls back down at least halfway","quote_2_odi":"11319954","quote_2_text":"THE LIFTGATE ON THIS NISSAN ROGUE HAS CONTINUOUSLY FAILED TO REMAIN IN THE UP/OPEN POSITION. ONCE ACTIVATED IT RISES UP TO ALLOW ACCESS TO REAR BUT THEN ALMOST IMMEDIATELY DROPS 12 TO 15 INCHES THEREBY HITTING THE PERSON EITHER ON THE TOP OF THE HEAD OR IN THE FOREHEAD","quote_3_odi":"11278181","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IS STATIONARY. WHEN OPENING THE REAR LIFT GATE, THE GATE GOES ALL THE WAY UP AND THEN COMES BACK DOWN TO ABOUT 5FT OFF THE GROUND. EVERYONE IS HITTING THEIR HEAD ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain clog and water leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11606987","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that after a rainstorm, rainwater had entered the vehicle through the sunroof while the sunroof was closed","quote_2_odi":"11519653","quote_2_text":"During heavy rain storms the internal gutter under the sunroof fills with rainwater and fails to drain out through the weep-hole drain tubes located in the corners","quote_3_odi":"11338604","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY ALL OF A SUDDEN GLASS IN MY SUNROOF JUST EXPLODED. MADE QUITE A NOISE AND STARTLED ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Select","model_slug":"rogue-select","cluster_id":"rogue-select-2014-water-intrusion-harness","label":"Floorboard water intrusion and harness corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":422,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11514755","quote_1_text":"The contact's deceased mother owned a 2014 Nissan Rogue that was inherited by his son. The contact stated that the vehicle had been parked in his son's driveway in the rain. The contact stated that his son later noticed that the driver's side floorboard was filled with water","quote_2_odi":"11488105","quote_2_text":"Water is entering the vehicle thru a body seam that is causing the wire harness to corrode. These vehicles have had this problem since they rolled off the assembly line and Nissan knows this","quote_3_odi":"11309993","quote_3_text":"WATER INTRUSION ON DRIVERS SIDE FLOORBOARD DURING RAIN. KNOWN ISSUE ON OTHER NISSAN VEHICLES WHERE WELDS WERE MISSED OR SEALS WERE OVERLOOKED. AS STATED IN OTHER RECALLS AND BULLETINS, THIS IS A POTENTIAL FIRE HAZARD AS CAN LEAD TO A SHORT IN KICK PANEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/rogue-select","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11550292","quote_1_text":"The Air Bag Light on the instrument panel came on for no reason. I took the vehicle to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11544235","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGLIGHT ON DASH IS ON AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS HAVE BEEN OFF. THE FIRST CORRECTION TO THIS WAS WHEN I BOUGHT MY CAR 4 YEARS AGO AND LAST WEEK THE RED LIGHT CAME ON AND THE PASSENGER OFF SIGN","quote_3_odi":"11430349","quote_3_text":"The passenger airbag sensor on my dashboard has been on constantly even if the seat is empty for two years and has been passing inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-cooling-fan-overheating","label":"Cooling fan failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11609987","quote_1_text":"A/C Dual Compressor fan went out - causing the car to overheat. Nissan Rogue Sport 2017 with 52K miles","quote_2_odi":"11428102","quote_2_text":"On my vehicle, the cooling fan assembly completely went out without warning, and when i seen the temp gauge starting to climb to the hot, i immediately shut the engine off","quote_3_odi":"11430951","quote_3_text":"In June my cooling fan went out and I had no a/c plus the car was not drivable due to it overheating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11570536","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission failed. Car is only at 60,000 miles and in great shape. This costs $5,000 in repair. No warning signs, the car's tranmission no longer works","quote_2_odi":"11526400","quote_2_text":"The transmission is rattling and affecting the acceleration ability. It feels like the car is stuck in first gear","quote_3_odi":"11518938","quote_3_text":"Loss of speed while on cruise control, no forward movement while at a stop and no ability to reverse. Local mechanic confirmed transmission failure. Specific code \"CVT Judder P17F0\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-electrical-display-glitch","label":"Electrical system faults affecting dash display and doors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11538064","quote_1_text":"Every day when I turn on my car my dash screen doesn’t work. There’s no back up camera, radio, nothing","quote_2_odi":"11536649","quote_2_text":"While I was driving yesterday my radio sputtered then the whole screen (radio, backup camera, clock) went completely dark and a large amount of smoke came from in the cabin of the vehicle and the smell of electrical burning","quote_3_odi":"11416409","quote_3_text":"THE AIR WILL TURN HOT, THE RADIO WILL TURN OFF, THEN THE AIR BAG LIGHTS FLICKER, THEN IT STATES THAT THE VEHICLE IS OVERHEATING(EVERY PHYSICAL EXAMINATION INDICATES IT IS NOT)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11444434","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that occasionally at start-up and while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would stall without warning","quote_2_odi":"11436643","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car and in the middle of me driving it completely stalled out in the middle of the road. I was lucky enough to hurry and put it in park before my brakes and gas locked on me","quote_3_odi":"11485493","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has stalled twice now while I am driving. The dash lights all turn off and the car just stops going","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2017-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward emergency braking activation without an obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11292028","quote_1_text":"FORWARD EMERGENCY BRAKING (FEB) SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ISSUE AND CAR IS SLAMMING ON THE BRAKES, EVEN WHEN THERE ARE NO OBSTACLES AROUND","quote_2_odi":"11572375","quote_2_text":"Since 2017 car has had issues with toward collision warning and cvt and inaccurate odometer information. There could be no car anround and randomly warning comes out throughout the whole drive and times randomly un safety brakes","quote_3_odi":"11569987","quote_3_text":"I was on my way at I-95 the vehicle in front of mine slowed down I also did the same and the one behind hit mine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstruction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11309476","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT DIFFERENT TIMES OF DAY, MY 2018 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT WOULD RANDOMLY BRAKE TO COMPLETE STOP, CAUSED BY THE ACCIDENT PREVENTION SYSTEM BEING ACTIVATED FOR NO OBSTRUCTIONS IN VEHICLE'S ROUTE. THIS ALWAYS OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 25 TO 55 MPH SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11351817","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DOING 60 MPH AND ALL WARNING LIGHTS SOUNDS AND THE BREAKS CAME ON AND STOPPED ME WITHOUT ME TOUCHING THEM","quote_3_odi":"11545240","quote_3_text":"My car braked automatically while driving 50 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11352659","quote_1_text":"THIS NISSAN ROGUE SPORT WAS INVOLVED IN A HIGH-IMPACT CRASH AUGUST 30, 2020. THE DRIVER THAT STRUCK OUR ROGUE SPORT WAS EXITING HIGHWAY 635E IN DALLAS, TX. AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT IS DOCUMENTED WITH THE IRVING","quote_2_odi":"11525890","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that while approaching a stop sign at an unknown speed the vehicle was involved in a collision where another vehicle collided with the front passengar side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the air bags did not","quote_3_odi":"11706540","quote_3_text":"I was stationary at a red light, and car traveling behind me at full speed (approximately 50-60 mph) did not stop and crashed into my car (rear-ending me). My airbags did not deploy: not even the side airbags, even though the trunk was crashed/pushed up into the middle of the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view and back-over-prevention camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11390216","quote_1_text":"THE REARVIEW CAMERA IS NOT WORKING; THE IMAGE IS NO LONGER VISIBLE INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11450577","quote_2_text":"Back over prevention. The back over camera becomes disabled and will not turn back on","quote_3_odi":"11513144","quote_3_text":"The backup camera clarity is poor during the day and has no visibility at night. I took the car to the dealership in 2021 and was told that’s how it is and is normal. This is a safety issue that needs to be reviewed and a recall determination made","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-brake-pedal-no-response","label":"Brake pedal non-response resulting in collision","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11299268","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLES ABS DID NOT ACTIVATE THEREFORE THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE","quote_2_odi":"11389553","quote_2_text":"THERE WERE CLICKING NOISES WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKE AT THE PREVIOUS STOP BEFORE THE COLLISION. ABOUT 100 YARDS BEFORE A RED LIGHT I WAS PUSHING ON THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT IT WOULD ONLY GO HALF WAY DOWN. THERE WAS NO RESPONSE ON THE BRAKES. ENDED IN COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11390979","quote_3_text":"WHEN APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS UNABLE TO BE USED, LOCKED UP. WITH NO BRAKES, THE RESULT WAS A COLLISION. THE FRONT COLLISION DETECTION THAT CONSTANTLY WARNED FALSELY ON THE DASH. THIS FAILED TO WORK PRIOR TO THE COLLISION AT THIS TIME. AUTOMATIC BRAKES DID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11395112","quote_1_text":"WHEN I WAS DRIVING, IT WAS AS THOUGH IT HAD SLIPPED INTO NEUTRAL. I WAS ACCELERATING WHEN IT WOULDN'T ACCELERATE ANYMORE AND JUST COASTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL. ALSO WHEN I ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, IT TOOK A MINUTE TO GO. WHEN IT DID FINALLY GO, IT WAS VERY JERKY AND I WAS","quote_2_odi":"11537394","quote_2_text":"CVT transmission failed. Dealer says not repairable and requires a new transmission priced at $7000. Nissan settled class action suit in 2022 for this particular model and year equipped with CVT transmissions. Nissan has offered no compensation to me","quote_3_odi":"11748091","quote_3_text":"CVT issue my Rogue Sport has 81000 miles and now needs a transmission according to the mechanic shop. [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-ignition-key-fob-failure","label":"Folding ignition key and fob detection failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11517916","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that since she had taken ownership of the vehicle from the dealer, the ignition key was loose and required to be pressed and turned several times forcefully inside the ignition switch to start the vehicle. The","quote_2_odi":"11430500","quote_2_text":"Not sure where to start with complaint.....I just bought a 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport, and talked to a key-smith about getting a duplicate Fob....was told that the 2014 - 2018 Rogues have an issue with Fobs possibly causing an malfunction in the car system, and if it did the","quote_3_odi":"11513966","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Roque Sport. The contact received recall notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V093000 (Electrical System), however, the parts to do the recall repair were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2018-radiator-fan-overheat","label":"Radiator cooling fan failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11429438","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that the air conditioning started to fail, and the vehicle started overheating and shut-off. The coolant fan had failed. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was informed that the fan was on backorder. The","quote_2_odi":"11526994","quote_2_text":"Engine Cooling fan stops working without giving any warning of its failure Car engine then over heats and car AC stops working. Fire hazard potential. u can smell burning rubber coming from the engine due to the excessive heat","quote_3_odi":"11746364","quote_3_text":"Radiator cooling fan completely stopped working in 2023 and caused my car to overheat. Also caused all coolant to evaporate from the heat. Can not use AC at all without car overheating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2019-cooling-fan-overheating","label":"Radiator cooling fan failure causing engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11698530","quote_1_text":"Radiator cooling fan failed at 43,819 miles. Cost to repair was $554.95. Web search revealed that many others are experiencing this failure at ~40K miles on the Nissan Rogue Sport models. It seems like it should be a recall/reimbursement issue","quote_2_odi":"11658711","quote_2_text":"Radiator fan has premature failure and caused my car to overheat and coolant cap to pop off and coolant started leaking","quote_3_odi":"11731498","quote_3_text":"Radiator fan leading to engine overheating, fan fails to turn on causing high engine temperatures & AC failure. Nissan is aware of issues & takes no responsibility","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2019-cvt-hesitation-stall","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, jerking, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11752879","quote_1_text":"Throwing code P0841. RPM’s bouncing, slow to accelerate, enters limp mode. Dangerous when on the road as the car is not properly accelerating with the flow of traffic and could potentially stall out in the middle of the road","quote_2_odi":"11365317","quote_2_text":"PROCEEDING FROM TRAFFIC LIGHT, MERGING LEFT WITH TRAFFIC, WHILE ACCELERATING CAR/SUV HAD A COMPLETE POWER FAILURE, SHOOK VIOLENTLY, ALL LIGHTS ON DASHBOARD WENT ON. I HAD NO POWER AND/OR CONTROL OF VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11484964","quote_3_text":"2019 car has less 88,000 was taking in as engine light on. car had difficulty climbing any elevate, would lose power, had to place in neutral, then back into drive to get it to work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2019-key-fob-shutoff-recall","label":"Jackknife key fob shutdown, recall 23V-093 remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11692510","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport is affected by recall 23V-093, related to the jackknife key potentially collapsing while driving and shutting off the vehicle. The only remedy currently offered is a spacer inserted into the key fob to permanently prevent the blade from folding","quote_2_odi":"11525403","quote_2_text":"The contact rented a 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated while entering the vehicle, the contact struck the key fob and the vehicle shut off inadvertently","quote_3_odi":"11516009","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that on various occasions, multiple attempts were needed to start the vehicle after the key was placed in the ignition. The contact also stated that the key fob failed to unlock the doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2019-phantom-aeb","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11330854","quote_1_text":"THE COLLISION AVOIDANCE SYSTEM ENGAGED WHEN I WAS DRIVING. THE ROAD WAS CLEAR THERE WAS NOTHING TO CAUSE THE BRAKE SYSTEM TO ENGAGE. I AM SCARED TO GO ON THE HIGHWAY NOW FOR FEAR IT WILL ENGAGE","quote_2_odi":"11419163","quote_2_text":"With no prior issues, while accelerating from a full stop, the AEB system engaged on a clear roadway. I was traveling no more than 20 mph. The front collision warning beeped, warning lights on the dashboard flashed, the ABS rumbled and slowed my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11570460","quote_3_text":"Driving on the highway with nothing in front of me when unexpectedly the emergency braking activated. This has happened twice since buying this vehicle new in 2019","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11476783","quote_1_text":"Heading home while raining the Automatic Emergency Break engaged while driving and nothing was present to make it engage. This time my husband was driving and it made us run off the road. This also engaged while backing out of my garage and nothing was present to make it engage","quote_2_odi":"11418511","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the Forward Collision-Avoidance Emergency Automatic braking system activated inadvertently and the vehicle stopped without another vehicle nearby. There was no warning light","quote_3_odi":"11378573","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING HER NEW 2020 NISSAN ROGUE SPORT DURING THE DAY. HER BRAKES ENGAGED AT FULL STRENGTH AND THE CAR CAME TO A JOLTING STOP. THERE WAS NOTHING IN FRONT OF HER AND LUCKILY NOTHING BEHIND HER. THIS IS A SEVERE SAFETY ISSUE THAT DESERVES A RECALL! I HAVE READ","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11564828","quote_1_text":"The contact's mother owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that while her mother was driving at approximately 35-40 MPH, the vehicle crossed an intersection at a green light when another vehicle crashed in between her mother's front and rear passenger's side doors,","quote_2_odi":"11398699","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACTS DAUGHTER OWNED A 2020 NISSAN ROUGE SPORT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO MERGING TO THE RIGHT ON THE HIGHWAY AT 10 MPH, A VEHICLE CRASHED INTO HER DRIVER SIDE OF HER VEHICLE CAUSING A SPIN OUT. THE CONTACT STATED HER DAUGHTER SUSTAINED A 2 INCH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-cooling-fan-overheat","label":"Radiator cooling fan failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11539292","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that while his wife was leaving a parking lot, the vehicle stalled with steam coming from the engine. The contact was unaware if there were any warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was initially towed to an","quote_2_odi":"11672029","quote_2_text":"The electric fan motor on the radiator failed. This caused the vehicle to overheat. The cap on the coolant reservoir did not actuate and the coolant reservoir exploded. The mechanical failure of the fan lead to a catastrophic failure of the coolant reservoir. If someone, a","quote_3_odi":"11530759","quote_3_text":"Cooling fan stopped working. I was told by the Nissan dealership this is a big issue with this specific vehicle and that it’s hard to get the part because this is always an issue. No messages appeared. My AC stopped working and I took it to the dealership were they said if I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11547740","quote_1_text":"ABOUT 50 MILES IN DURING A ROAD TRIP, CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED. SLUGGISH WHEN ACCELERATING, WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 40 MPH. GEAR WOULD NOT RELEASE TO REVERSE OR PUT INTO PARK TO SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF. HAD TO FIND AN OPEN FIELD IN ORDER TO TURN AROUND AND DRIVE BACK HOME DUE TO","quote_2_odi":"11515886","quote_2_text":"Bought new in 2020, then after 24k miles, had rough idle, uneven acceleration, occasional lurching while decelerating. Check engine indicator, code p0301. Dealership diagnosed faulty transmission, said needed replacement, then took about 90 days to finish repairing the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11755061","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact stated that while driving 30–40 MPH uphill, the vehicle decelerated unexpectedly, and failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle rolled backwards. The contact activated the hazard lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-electrical-recall-delay","label":"Electrical system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11513476","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V093000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_2_odi":"11510375","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Rogue Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V093000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was not contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2020-key-recall-stall","label":"Ignition key recall related engine shutdown","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11557784","quote_1_text":"2020 Nissan Rogue Sport S AWD - The entire car unexpectedly shut down (I.E.: Exactly as if the car was completely off) while driving on two separate occasions, almost causing massive accidents and potential severe injury and/or death for everyone affected. Fortunately, I","quote_2_odi":"11608101","quote_2_text":"On Saturday [XXX] while driving on [XXX] while in cruise control mode and set approx. 71 mph I know that my right knee made minimal contact with keyfob and the engine seemed to shut down and the vehicle decelerated immediately, I had no desire to brake due to my seeing my speed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2021-aeb-false-activation","label":"Forward Collision Avoidance false activation and unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703532","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a four lane road, no car in front in my lane, only a car in the lane to the left and a car behind,  when the forward collision warning came up and immediately activated the automatic emergency braking. There were no cars or objects in the road ahead","quote_2_odi":"11683928","quote_2_text":"While driving, the Forward Collision Warning/Automatic Emergency Braking system will sometimes activate without reason. The vehicle applies the brakes suddenly, even when there are no obstacles, vehicles, or hazards in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11576079","quote_3_text":"I was driving alone on city streets approx 35 mph when the car suddenly braked for no apparent reason. There was no one close ahead or (luckily) close behind me, but there could easily have been.  There was no heads up warning, just sudden braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Rogue Sport","model_slug":"rogue-sport","cluster_id":"rogue-sport-2021-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and engine assembly replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11727133","quote_1_text":"When driving home on the evening of 3/24, I was on the interstate (70mph) when my 2021 Nissan Rogue started to decelerate and would not gain speed. I got off at the next frontage road exit and when at the stop sign my check engine light came on and shortly after my car","quote_2_odi":"11591335","quote_2_text":"Leasing 2021 Nissan rogue and approximately September 2023 engine making terrible noises.  Brought to dealership and was told engine failure and they were not covering it since they found some sludge.  After fighting with them they asked for maintenance records which I gave them…","quote_3_odi":"11671297","quote_3_text":"The engine fan fails causing the fan to move and coolant levels to diminish which causes the engine to over heat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/rogue-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10369388","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH WHEN SHE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MODERATE INJURIES TO THE BACK AND SEVERE BRUISING OF THE STOMACH","quote_2_odi":"10435131","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH OVER A BRIDGE WHEN HE TRAVELED OVER A PATCH OF ICE. THE VEHICLE SLID AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE DIVIDER AS ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10839860","quote_3_text":"AUTO ACCIDENT 2 5 2016 HIT A TREE HEAD ON. AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY MAJOR HEAD INJURY. RT 295 NEW JERSEY . I FILE THIS ON BEHALF OF MR WILLIAM VANVELSON AGE 55 . HE IS IN COOPER HOSPITAL CAMDEN NJ. HE IS STILL IN COMA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11449906","quote_1_text":"Airbag light blinking all time","quote_2_odi":"11060984","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT WON'T RESET. DEALER SAYS AIRBAG IS DEFECTIVE","quote_3_odi":"10510956","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLICKERED. IN ADDITION, THE HORN ALSO FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT power loss and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10967865","quote_1_text":"I WAS AT A STOP LIGHT AND WHEN IT TURNED GREEN AND I STEPPED ON THE GAS, THE CAR MADE A NOISE AND JERKED. I WAS NOT ABLE TO DRIVE FROM THERE. I COULDN'T EVEN SHIFT TO ANY OTHER GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10883586","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVE ON INSTERSTATES AT 65-70MPH FOR 45MINS CVT GOES INTO \"SAFE MODE\" BC IT IS TOO HOT, WHICH RESULTS IN THE CARS SPEED TO NOT EXCEED 60 MPH ON A 70MPH INTERSTATE, AND CAR DECREASES FROM 60MPH IF TRYING TO GO UP HILLS","quote_3_odi":"11338635","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER MOTHER WHO OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER MOTHER WAS DRIVING IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-ecm-stall-no-start","label":"Stalling and no-start from ECM/battery-terminal failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11429646","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start after multiple attempts with an unknown red warning light illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11052430","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROX 30 MPH THE AUTOMATIC WINDOWS AND LOCKS STOPPED WORKING. A FEW MONTHS LATER THE BATTERY DIED WHILE IN THE DRIVEWAY, AFTER CHANGING THE BATTERY THE VOLTAGE SPIKE CAUSED THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE TO FAIL","quote_3_odi":"10344963","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA S ON FRIDAY JULY, 2. IT HAD 47 MILES ON IT, 10 OF WHICH I PUT ON DURING A TEST DRIVE. ON WEDNESDAY, JULY 7, I DROPPED BY THE DEALERSHIP TO COMPLETE THE TRADE-IN, AND MY NEW CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE I WAS IN THE NISSAN PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-oil-consumption-engine","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11299443","quote_1_text":"STARTED BACK IN THE BEGINNING OF 2019. I NOTICED THAT THE OIL HAS BEEN GOING DOWN AND NO EXTERNAL LEAK. I HAVE TO PUT 1/2 A QUART OF OIL A WEEK INTO THE ENGINE AT THIS POINT","quote_2_odi":"10949327","quote_2_text":"MY PISTON ROD PENETRATED THROUGH THE ENGINE BLOCK. MECHANIC AT EMPIRE LAKEWOOD NISSAN STATED MY DRAIN PLUG WAS TIGHT, AND THE OIL LEVEL IS IN THE SAFE ZONE ON DIPSTICK","quote_3_odi":"11171218","quote_3_text":"I OWN THE SR TRIM WITH THE 2.0 LITRE ENGINE, I TOO EXPERIENCED THE VALVE KNOCKING AND IT WOULD TRIGGER A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT. I TOOK IT TO A NEAR BY NISSAN DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"nissan-sentra-2010-steering-lockup","label":"Steering lock-up and loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":144,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10361784","quote_1_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY BETWEEN 10-15 MPH WHEN HE ATTEMPTED TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AND THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN IN ANY DIRECTION. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND IT FLIPPED ONTO THE DRIVER'S SIDE TIRES","quote_2_odi":"10440626","quote_2_text":"PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE AND FELT A \"POP\" AS THE WHEEL TURNED. I TURNED THE WHEEL BACK AND FORTH AND NOTICED THERE WAS NO RESISTANCE WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT","quote_3_odi":"11156842","quote_3_text":"ON MY 2010 NISSAN SENTRA S - PS WARNING LIGHT (POWER STEERING) COMES ON, AND I HAVE NO POWER STEERING (SO VERY HARD TO TURN THE CAR LEFT OR RIGHT). I RE-START THE CAR AND PS WARNING LIGHT DISAPPEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-abs-brake-noise","label":"ABS/brake pedal noise and vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-01 to 2019-10","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10397132","quote_1_text":"UPON THE CAR REACHING 20 MILES PER HOUR THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM CHARGES UP. THIS CREATES A LOT OF NOISE AND CAUSE THE ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDAL TO VIBRATE. THIS CONDITION OCCURS ONCE EVERY IGNITION CYCLE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10504868","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT BRAKES WOULD EXHIBIT A LOUD GRABBING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE FAILURE. THE DEALER TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE AND WAS ABLE TO DUPLICATE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2012-05 to 2024-07","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11130733","quote_1_text":"SINCE AN FRONT END ACCIDENT MY AIRBACK DIDN'T DEPLOY AND WHEN MY BODY SHOP REVIEWED THE REPAIR, STATED MY AIR BAG MODULE IS BROKEN SO I DIDN'T HAVE WORKING AIRBAGS TO START","quote_2_odi":"10458711","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND SHUT OFF WHEN SHE CLOSED THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR AND ALL OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-cvt-limp-mode","label":"CVT transmission overheating and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2012-01 to 2025-05","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11123900","quote_1_text":"CVT TRANSMISSION WHINES AND APPEARS TO BE SLIPPING WHEN GOING UPHILL - THE RPMS INCREASE BUT THE CAR IS NOT GOING FASTER. THERE SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING ISSUE WITH NISSAN CVT TRANSMISSIONS. THEY EXTENDED THE WARRANTY TO 10 YEARS/120K MILES FOR 2004-2010 CVTS","quote_2_odi":"10909384","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WOULD DOWN SHIFT TO LOWER SPEED 60MPH IN HIGH SPEED TRAFFIC, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. THIS HAS HAPPEN ABOUT 3 TIMES. IF THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS 85 DEGREES OR ABOVE THE TRANSMISSION FLUID OVERHEATS CAUSING A SENSOR TO DOWN SHIFT TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-ecm-stall-no-restart","label":"Stall and no-restart linked to ECM or battery terminal","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2011-03 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11207854","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING AND WOULD NOT RESTART OCCASIONALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS EXCLUDED FROM NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 11V579000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND 10V555000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM)","quote_2_odi":"10426779","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE TECHNICIAN STATED THE BLOT/WASHER ON THE END OF THE BATTERY TERMINAL AND THE ENGINE HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-steering-lockup","label":"Steering wheel lock-up and loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-04 to 2018-09","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11100282","quote_1_text":"MALFUNCTION OF THE STEERING, I WILL BE DRIVING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I DON'T HAVE ANY STEERING! VERY DANGEROUS WHEN I MAKE A TURN ITS HAPPEN TO ME NO STEERING. PS LIGHT COMES ON, ON A BUSY INTERSECTION","quote_2_odi":"11129887","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT LOCK AND IS STOPPING THE CAR FROM STARTING. WENT OUT TO START THE CAR AT THE STORE AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT LOCKED AND THE KEY WOULD NOT TURN TO START THE CAR. HAD TO HAVE IT TOWED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-underhood-fire","label":"Under-hood fire from engine compartment","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-05 to 2017-02","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10475016","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, SHE WAS ADVISED BY A PASSING DRIVER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND TO EXIT IMMEDIATELY. THE CONTACT AND A PASSENGER WERE ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10552779","quote_2_text":"IN 2007, NISSAN RECALLED MORE THAN 140,000 ALTIMAS DUE TO THE POSSIBILITY OF FIRE RELATED TO THE CARS AIR FILTER. THERE WAS SUBSTANTIAL MEDIA COVERAGE OF THE LARGE RECALL. WE OWN A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA, WHICH WE PURCHASED FOR OUR TEENAGE DAUGHTER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-vdc-esc-jerking","label":"VDC/ESC false trigger with jerking and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-03 to 2020-04","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11096969","quote_1_text":"AT RANDOM TIMES THE VDC OFF INDICATOR WILL TURN ON WHILE DRIVING. IT CAN NOT BE TURNED OFF AND IT IS IMPOSSIBLE FOR YOUR CAR TO GO OVER 40 MPH WITHOUT CONSTANT JERKING. YOU HAVE TO PULL OVER, SHUT DOWN AND RESTART YOUR CAR MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11082091","quote_2_text":"CAR RUNS FINE, ALL OF A SUDDEN, SKIPS INTO THE TRACTON CONTROL MODE AND VEHICLE SLOWES TO AROUND 10 MPH. CAR WILL NOT ACCELERATE. DASH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON . CAR CANNOT CONTINUE. AFTER STOPPING, SHUT ENGINE OFF, CAR WILL RUN FINE, THEN IT HAPPENS AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2011-visor-blocks-mirror","label":"Driver-side sun visor blocks rearview mirror","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-02 to 2011-08","source_complaint_count":142,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10384166","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR HITS THE REARVIEW MIRROR. THIS IS VERY DISTRACTING FOR THE DRIVER AND POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10417900","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN SENTRA SR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR WOULD COME INTO CONTACT WITH THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AND OBSTRUCT THE DRIVERS FIELD OF VISION. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE MIRROR HAD TO BE REPOSITIONED WHENEVER THE VISOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-airbag-warning-deploy","label":"Airbag warning light and deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11308165","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG LIGHT IS ON ALL THE TIME AND THE HORN DON'T WORK","quote_2_odi":"11206122","quote_2_text":"RAINY NIGHT 55 MPH CRASH. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. WET ROAD, CAR RAN OFF ROAD, HIT A SIGN POST, WENT DOWN EMBANKMENT, FLIPPED AND ROLLED OVER INTO DITCH","quote_3_odi":"10513832","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2012 NISSAN SENTRA AND THE CURTAIN AIR BAGS AND SEAT AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHEN THE DRIVER'S DOOR OF THE VEHICLE WAS SLAMMED. THE CAR WAS NOT IN MOTION BUT THE KEY WAS IN THE IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10714904","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES ON MY 2012 SENTRA STOPPED WORKING, I WAS NOT ABLE TO MOVE THE PEDAL AT ALL. I WAS TRAVELING AT FREEWAY SPEEDS AND HAD TO CUT ACROSS TRAFFIC TO GET INTO THE SAFETY LANE","quote_2_odi":"10459067","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THE LOCK ON THE TRUNK OF THE VEHICLE WAS INOPERABLE DUE TO A GAP NEAR THE LOCK. THE REAR SUSPENSION MADE A CLICKING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE OR THE ACCELERATOR PEDALS WERE DEPRESSED","quote_3_odi":"11642312","quote_3_text":"My ABS light and skid light is staying on all the time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission power loss and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11092407","quote_1_text":"*CVT TRANSMISSION CRAP* REPORTED THE ISSUE YESTERDAY WITH THE SENTRA GOING INTO LIMP MODE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT WARNING DROPPING FROM 70 MPH TO 10 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11425388","quote_2_text":"CVT Transmission Failure: My son was driving on an Interstate at 75 miles per hour when suddenly the 2012 Nissan Sentra he was driving, suddenly powered down and he was not able to go over 40 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"10441543","quote_3_text":"TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO DRIVE BUT INSTEAD, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO REVERSE. THE CONTACT HAD TO TURN THE VEHICLE COMPLETELY OFF IN ORDER FOR IT TO RESET AND RESUME NORMAL OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-door-latch-failure","label":"Door and trunk latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11443889","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while leaving the ignition on and exiting the vehicle, the doors would lock independently after closing the door. The contact stated she had to leave a window down to be able to manually open the door from the inside","quote_2_odi":"10555550","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT VEHICLE NEW, AND ITS LESS THAN A YEAR OLD NOW - THE TRUNK LATCH BREAKS REPEATEDLY LEAVING THE TRUNK UNABLE TO BE CLOSED OR LOCKED. ITS BEEN SERVICED 3 TIMES, WITH NEW PARTS ISSUED AND TESTED AND 'FIXED' EACH TIME, AND SAME ISSUES REPEATS ITSELF","quote_3_odi":"10939123","quote_3_text":"DOOR LOCKS NOT RELIABLE OR SECURE. THEY WILL NOT CONSISTENTLY LOCK OR UNLOCK WITH THE KEY FOB. BATTERY HAS BEEN CHANGED IN BOTH KEYS AND ISSUE IS STILL OCCURING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-electrical-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11575624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled and, on several occasions, and the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"10633009","quote_2_text":"DAUGHTER DRIVING CAR ON INTERSTATE WHEN ENGINE DIED. WAS DRIVING IN LEFT LANE AND NARROWLY AVOIDED GETTING HIT WHEN MANEUVERING TO SHOULDER ON RIGHT. PROBLEM TURNED OUT TO BE DEFECTIVE MAF (MASS AIR FLOW) SENSOR","quote_3_odi":"11180410","quote_3_text":"THE COMPUTER SYSTEM SHUT DOWN AND HAS LOCKED UP MY CAR. I BOUGHT IT IN 2015 AND IT SHUTDOWN ON ME IN EARLY 2018. IT WAS DRIVING FINE AND ALL THE SUDDEN THE COMPUTER SYSTEM QUIT AND THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and wheel drift","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10486563","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO MANEUVER WHICH PREVENTED HIM FROM TURNING THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11076544","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING ASSIST (ELECTRIC IN THIS VEHICLE) SUDDENLY FAILED WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET AT 25 MPH. THE \"PS\" WARNING LIGHT CAME ON CAR HAD BEEN DRIVEN ABOUT 5 MINUTES BEFORE THIS INCIDENT, AND I HAD JUST MADE A RIGHT TURN","quote_3_odi":"10746693","quote_3_text":"WE OWN A NISSAN SENTRA 2012. I WAS DRIVING MY CAR TO THE MECHANIC IN ORDER TO DO AN OIL CHANGE. FIVE BLOCKS BEFORE ENTERING THE MECHANIC SHOP, I HEARD A STRONG METALLIC NOISE ON THE LEFT BOTTOM PART OF MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2012-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while parked or driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":180,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10557093","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE","quote_2_odi":"10523304","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY NISSAN SENTRA OVER I-25 AND SUDDENLY MOON ROOF EXPLODED. I HEARD A GUNSHOT AND GLASSES FLYING","quote_3_odi":"10652611","quote_3_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED ON MY 2012 NISSAN SENTRA. IT WAS PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY AND ALL THE SUDDEN IT JUST EXPLODED. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR THIS TO HAPPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light stays on with seat occupied","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11746802","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated, and the front passenger's side air bag warning light remained illuminated while the front passenger's seat was occupied","quote_2_odi":"11614138","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds with the passenger’s side front seat occupied, the “Air Bag Off” warning light remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11550354","quote_3_text":"I went to get my car inspected and they noticed that my airbag light was on, and that even with a passenger in the seat, the airbag sensor wouldn’t work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-brake-pedal-loses-pressure","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure and fails to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11337432","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30MPH, I PUSHED MY BRAKE PEDAL TO SLOW FOR MY NEXT TURN. THE PEDAL WAS SLIGHTLY INEFFECTIVE, MEANING THE PRESSURE IN THE PEDAL WAS RELEASED AND THE BRAKE DID NOT HALT MY CAR IN A SAFE TIMEFRAME","quote_2_odi":"11298995","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 NISSAN SENTRA. THE STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT 25 TO 30 MPH WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO COME TO A STOP AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT","quote_3_odi":"11278765","quote_3_text":"MASTER CYLINDER NEEDS REPLACING. MY DAUGHTER COULD HAVE CRASHED AS BRAKES WENT ALL THE WAY TO FLOOR. NISSAN KNOWS THIS ISSUE EXISTS WITH 2013 NISSAN SENTRA AND NO RECALL?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission jerking, hesitation, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632131","quote_1_text":"The car was stalled and wouldn’t go without warning and no indication issues were present. When it stalled driver put at risk of being hit and caused multiple cars to swerve to miss the car","quote_2_odi":"11669280","quote_2_text":"The vehicle began showing symptoms such as jerking, hesitation, and loss of power while driving. These are serious safety concerns, especially when merging or accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11646508","quote_3_text":"Transmission has failed. The car will not change speed when pressing on gas. Causing danger on the road when driven. The issue has been confirmed by an independent auto service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-engine-coded-transmission-issue","label":"Transmission shift failures coded under engine component","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11301530","quote_1_text":"THE CAR GOES INTO A LIMP MODE. CANNOT ACCELERATE PAST 20MPH. MECHANIC DETERMINED MY TRANSMISSION IS BAD. QUOTED $4,000 TO REPAIR. CAR HAS 87, 511 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11309925","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING THIS CAR IT CONSTANTLY JERKS WHEN COMING TO A STOP. IT ALSO JERKS WHEN I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS GOING DOWN A HILL","quote_3_odi":"11349657","quote_3_text":"WITHIN 3 MONTHS OF PURCHASE I HAD WHAT I THOUGHT WAS A SHIFTING/TRANSMISSION RELATED ISSUE. WHEN GOING FROM 1ST TO 2ND GEAR THE CAR TACHOMETER WOULD REV TO 4500 RPM BUT NUT GO ANY FASTER, THEN SHAKE/THUNK, AND GO INTO 2ND GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-front-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front lower control arm and ball joint separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11560651","quote_1_text":"The contact's girlfriend owns a 2013 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while she was driving, there was an abnormal grinding sound. There was a vibration coming from the steering wheel","quote_2_odi":"11435303","quote_2_text":"When I reversed in a parking lot, the tire arm on my front passenger tire broke, causing my car to lean on the tire. I found oil on the ground after my car moved","quote_3_odi":"11244599","quote_3_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE AND HEARD A POP, I WAS CONCERNED SO I PULLED FORWARD TO SEE IF I HEARD ANYTHING ELSE. MY CAR MOVED FORWARD ABOUT A FOOD AND CAME TO A GRINDING HALT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2013-stalling-loss-of-power-other","label":"Stalling and loss of power coded as unknown or other","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11736871","quote_1_text":"Mileage (~124k) * RPM behavior * Loss of power uphill * Can cause a crash on highway with the cvt promblems nissian sentras sv has been cause of loss of power out of no where needs to be addressed as a recall","quote_2_odi":"11700298","quote_2_text":"While driving, the start/stop button was pressed and the vehicle turned off while in motion. WHILE IN D, THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF WHILE IN TRAFFIC, IN MOTION, DUE TO THE STOP/START BUTTON BEING PRESSED","quote_3_odi":"11631927","quote_3_text":"December 2024 In the middle of traffic the vehicle would not accelerate forward, even when almost flooring the gas pedal. This would only Rev up the engine as if I was in park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11681684","quote_1_text":"The vehicle sustained major damage in a collision totaling the vehicle and no airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11536185","quote_2_text":"Airbags failed to deploy during collision. Driver was injured. The issue can be seen, so was not confirmed by service center. The vehicle will be inspected by insurance adjuster. No advance warning light/message forecasting problem with airbags. Incident involving 3 vehicles:","quote_3_odi":"11499140","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that his daughter had veered off the road while driving at 40 MPH. As she attempted to correct the vehicle, the vehicle rolled over several times and landed in a ditch. The air bags did not deploy. The fire department","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Passenger airbag warning light / OCS fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11302963","quote_1_text":"CODE: R1608 THE OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) IS DESIGNED TO CLASSIFY THE SIZE AND WEIGHT OF THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER AND, UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, AUTOMATICALLY TURN OFF THE PASSENGER AIR BAG. THE OCS SYSTEM IS DESIGNED TO ONLY DEPLOY THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WHEN THE","quote_2_odi":"11292248","quote_2_text":"TWO AIR BAG LIGHTS ON 1 AT CENTER INTERIOR ABOVE RADIO 2 IN DRIVER INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. LIGHT DOES NOT GO OUT EVEN WHEN 200 LBS PERSON IS SETTING IN PASSENGER SEAT. LIGHTS NEVER GO OUT EXCEPT WHEN KEY IS IN OFF POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11241551","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT DOESN'T TURN OFF WHEN SOMEONE SITS DOWN IN THAT SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11204846","quote_1_text":"BREAKS PEDAL TRAVELING TO FLOOR AND CAR IS NOT STOPPING. HAVE REPLACED BREAK PADS, CALIPERS, ROTORS AND STILL PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11342742","quote_2_text":"I AM OWNER OF A 2014 NISSAN CENTRA. I STARTED GETTING PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKES. I NOTOCED THAT WHEN I PRESS ON THE BRAKES, THE PETALS GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR. MY CAR ONLY HAS 50,000 MILES. I TOOK IT FOR AN INSPECTION TO MY PERSONAL MECHANIC AND THEY REPLACED THE MASTER","quote_3_odi":"11673888","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 35-65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle was slow to respond and to stop. The brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard. The contact stated that the engine, traction control, and ABS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":118,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11557882","quote_1_text":"CVT failure. When putting the vehicle in gear, or idling while in gear, engine stalls. When this occurs on roadways, the car may or may not be drivable and puts the occupants of the vehicle as well as other motorists at risk. The problem has been confirmed by an independent","quote_2_odi":"11337681","quote_2_text":"FOR THE PAST COUPLE OF WEEKS, I'VE NOTICED A JERKINESS WITH MY VEHICLE. WHEN I ACCELERATE, IT FEELS AS IF THE CAR IS PULLING BACK TOWARD ME. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT WOULD COST MORE THAN $4,000 FOR A NEW TRANSMISSION. I'VE NOTICED MANY OWNERS WITH SIMILAR CONCERNS","quote_3_odi":"11675073","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle ceased to accelerate as intended with an abnormally loud sound coming from the transmission. The vehicle eventually came to a complete stop. The vehicle was towed to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-engine-bay-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11683904","quote_1_text":"While driving, I noticed smoke coming from the front of the vehicle. Within moments, flames appeared in the engine area and spread quickly, causing severe damage to the front portion of the car including the engine, electrical system, and body. No warning lamps, error messages,","quote_2_odi":"11489026","quote_2_text":"My Nissan Sentra burst into flames on July 27,2022-not sure why this occurred; the car was last serviced before this incident on June 17, 2022-the car's Compressor/AC were replaced. I had just parked the car at a hotel when the fire began. The only inspection was from a fire","quote_3_odi":"11268738","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 NISSAN SENTRA. WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKE AND BATTERY INDICATORS ILLUMINATED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO STALL, AND SMOKE APPEARED FROM THE HOOD OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO DRIVE TO HER DESTINATION WHERE THE VEHICLE ULTIMATELY CAUGHT FIRE. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-maf-sensor-p0101","label":"Mass airflow sensor fault, code P0101","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11441945","quote_1_text":"The contact's father owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the mass air flow filter needed to be replaced. The","quote_2_odi":"11443114","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The mechanic retrieved fault code: P0101 regarding the map air flow sensor. The local dealer was not","quote_3_odi":"11748211","quote_3_text":"After Nissan dealership updated ECM on 6/1/2026, the MIL came on with code p0101. This causes the car to go into limo mode while driving on the highway. I took car back to Nissan who said they needed to clean the wires, which they did and cleared the code. Again while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2014-taillamp-moisture-power-cut","label":"Tail lamp moisture intrusion cutting power","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":380,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11668467","quote_1_text":"The tail light on the drivers rear has condensation. Therefore, my brake lights flicker. When putting the parking lights/headlights on, the power to the gas pedal is cut. RPMs go down and the car simply does not have power to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11398273","quote_2_text":"WHEN I TURN ON MY HEADLIGHTS MY BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON. ABS LIGHT ON DASH STAYS SOLID. WHEN HEADLIGHTS ARE COME CAR LOSES POWER","quote_3_odi":"11219403","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING OR TURNING, CAR WOULD HESITATE, SPEED WOULD DROP EVEN THOUGH FOOT STILL ON ACCELERATOR. TURNS OUT HAD MOISTURE IN DRIVER'S BRAKE LIGHT WHICH CAUSED CAR SWITCH TO BRAKE THEREBY CAUSING JERKING HESITATION. DANGEROUS BECAUSE EVEN THOUGH CAR SLOWED DOWN, BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and passenger sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11433655","quote_1_text":"Was in a car accident and totaled the car, however the air bags never deployed","quote_2_odi":"11382931","quote_2_text":"RECENTLY MY FAMILY WAS REAR-ENDED WHILE SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT AT A FOUR-WAY INTERSECTION ON A STATE ROUTE BY A DRUNK DRIVER TRAVELING MORE THAN TWICE THE SPEED LIMIT (40 MPH). FOLLOWING THE COLLISION, IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS HAD BEEN DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11439259","quote_3_text":"The airbag sensor fails to register the weight of a grown adult in the passenger seat. I have brought my car into a Nissan dealership to get this issue checked out, but I was told that there is no issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11279602","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN SENTRA. WHILE MAKING A U TURN, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED TO THE FLOORBOARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT STRUCK A PARKED VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11683277","quote_2_text":"while actively pressing on brake at a stop sign, car started moving. car only stopped when it bumped into car in front and had to be completely turned off. even with hand brake and in park, car kept moving","quote_3_odi":"11269380","quote_3_text":"A DELAY IN THE BRAKE APPLICATION WHILE GOING TO BRAKE, LENGTHENING THE BRAKE TIME WHICH INCREASES CHANCES OF CRASH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-cvt-judder-hesitation","label":"CVT judder and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11565228","quote_1_text":"Over the last year my 2015 Nissan Sentra has been having problems of judder (shake and shudder), hesitation on acceleration, lack of power and RPM flare. It happens when I am driving highway speed and when going uphill on the highway as well","quote_2_odi":"11614633","quote_2_text":"2015 Nissan Sentra SV jerks when accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11538818","quote_3_text":"Transmission. Up and down idling when accelerating, high RPM but not accelerating in speed, jerking, whining sounds while driving, thumping into gears, bad burning smell, no type of warning lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":86,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744834","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed on major highway out of no where would not accelerate above 5 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11505495","quote_2_text":"The CVT (transmission) in the 2015 Nissan Sentra SV failed at 67,000 miles. The vehicle had regular maintenance and had previously had a preventative transmission fluid flush at 45,000 miles. There were no warning lights to indicate a vehicle issue","quote_3_odi":"11490717","quote_3_text":"UNKNOWN TOTAL TRANSMISSION FAILURE - NEW TRANSMISSION NEEDED & REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-door-hood-latch-failure","label":"Door and hood latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11375387","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING THE INTERSTATE AND THE HOOD LATCH COMPLETELY DETACHED FROM THE FRAME OF THIS CAR CAUSING THE HOOD TO FLY UP AND SHATTER THE WINDSHIELD OF THE CAR ALMOST CAUSING A ACCIDENT WITH OTHER VEHICLES CAUSE IT WAS BLOCKING MY VISION","quote_2_odi":"11510976","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated all four door locks would unlatch independently and the door ajar chime would be activated. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11437550","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while his wife was driving 30 MPH, the driver’s side door inadvertently opened. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-maf-sensor-check-engine","label":"Recurring mass air flow sensor and check engine code","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11567394","quote_1_text":"I’m getting the code P0101 which is saying I have a bad MAF sensor. I have replaced this sensor and im still having problems. Getting worse than average gas mileage, engine RPM’s going crazy while accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11543744","quote_2_text":"I just bought a 2015 Nissan Sentra. I have gotten 2 error codes P0101 Camshaft Position Sensor Circuit Malfunction and C1130 Engine Signal 1 two times in a span of 4 months","quote_3_odi":"11351213","quote_3_text":"MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR WAS PREVIOUSLY REPLACED IN LATE JULY 2020 AND CURRENT MASS AIR FLOW SENSOR IS FAILING AGAIN THIS ONE IS BRAND NEW AND THE DATE IS AUGUST 25TH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2015-sudden-stall-in-traffic","label":"Sudden stall and loss of acceleration in traffic","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":350,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11443712","quote_1_text":"I'm driving my car on the freeway and it's stalls. I barely made it to the shoulder. I waited a few minutes and drove again. Went a few miles, and again, it stalled. I made it to a safe place. Had my car towed to a mechanic. They said it was the CVT transmission","quote_2_odi":"11521281","quote_2_text":"The vehicle suddenly stopped accelerating while driving 10 mph in heavy traffic. The RPM's do not go above 2,000 and no visible failure lights on dashboard are reported. Vehicle has 109k miles and has always been serviced. Mechanic performed inspection and confirmed CVT failure","quote_3_odi":"11454037","quote_3_text":"The transmission quit working in rush our traffic in St. Louis, Missouri. The incident nearly caused a severe accident, if it hadn't been for two alert drivers during rush hour","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination without deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11438193","quote_1_text":"The Red Airbag light is always on upon starting car","quote_2_odi":"11477275","quote_2_text":"My airbags have been turned off and I cannot push the button to reactivate them, also cruise control stopped working and seems to be electri all issue all related","quote_3_odi":"11415492","quote_3_text":"THE LIGHT FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG WENT ON AND DOESN'T GO OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure, stalling, and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":133,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11660782","quote_1_text":"My 2016 Nissan Sentra SV has had two complete CVT transmission failures. I purchased the vehicle used with somewhere between 30,000 - 40,000 miles. The transmission failed shortly after, and was replaced under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11671330","quote_2_text":"CVT Transmission -available upon request to inspect. Safety was at risk as I was in flow of traffic and suddenly lost power to the transmission slowing suddenly, Cars behind me had to swerve to keep from hitting my car","quote_3_odi":"11217733","quote_3_text":"MY TRANSMISSION FAILED ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY. I COULD NOT ACCELERATE AND NARROWLY AVOIDED A TERRIBLE ACCIDENT. PRIOR TO THIS INCIDENT, THE CAR WAS MAKING A SMALL KIND OF CLICKING/SHUDDERING SOUND WHEN I WOULD ACCELERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2016-exterior-lighting-recall","label":"Exterior lighting recall (21V135000) parts backorder","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11456275","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact received a notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11449557","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11664606","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start. The contact stated that the failure recurred after a Volkswagen dealer had completed the vehicle inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2016-maf-sensor-check-engine","label":"Mass air flow sensor check engine light recurrence","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538690","quote_1_text":"The check engine light keeps coming on and it gives the code for a mass airflow sensor. I went to the mechanic, had them clean it for $126 and one year later my check engine light is back on with the same code","quote_2_odi":"11472954","quote_2_text":"I am having issues with my check engine light going in and out. I received the code P0101. But the mechanic checked and said there's nothing wrong with my Mass Air Flow sensor nor trottle body","quote_3_odi":"11608771","quote_3_text":"My engine light came on I had it checked out and found out it was my Mass Air Flow sensor. Is this a normal problem or is it related to the recall under electrical?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2016-push-button-start-failure","label":"Push-button start failure and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11567300","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while pressing the Push to Start button to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start","quote_2_odi":"11499439","quote_2_text":"This 2016 Nissan Sentra has parasitic battery draining. There is a great safety issue in not having a ready vehicle for emergency situations. I am also not confident the vehicle will start when away from home","quote_3_odi":"11459537","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start-up. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal and rear collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11449438","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a head on collision while driving approximately 30 mph and hit the side of the other vehicle straight on (not at an angle) and the air bags in my 2017 Nissan Sentra did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11553607","quote_2_text":"Car was involved in a pretty substantial accident and not a single airbag deployed!","quote_3_odi":"11267293","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S HEAD STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT SUFFERED INJURIES TO THE BACK, NECK, AND HEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping, hesitation, and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724817","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Nissan Sentra is experiencing CVT transmission problems. The vehicle hesitates when accelerating, slips between gears, and sometimes loses power while driving. This creates a dangerous situation when entering traffic or driving at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11741244","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving the vehicle he could tell the vehicle gears were slipping, on a different occasion the vehicle downshifted on its own suddenly almost causing a crash","quote_3_odi":"11245607","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL STREET, MY 2017 SENTRA ACCELERATED FROM 20 TO OVER 100 MPH IN SECONDS. BRAKES NOR EMERGENCY BRAKE WORKED. CAR SPUN OUT AND CAME TO A VIOLENT STOP BEFORE CAREENING INTO A TOWNHOUSE COMMUNITY. WAS TOLD MY TRANSMISSION CAUSED THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2017-door-hood-latch-failure","label":"Door and hood latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725714","quote_1_text":"When driving in the highway my hood opened up it hand unhinged on its own","quote_2_odi":"11573994","quote_2_text":"Left side door trim keeps popping off Replaced driver front door handle, on 25 march 21 Same type defect reported for passenger side on 13 December 23 Local dealer refused and charge $520.41 estimated","quote_3_odi":"11542463","quote_3_text":"My driver door opens while i'm driving, the first time it happened in feb 2023 had i not have my seatbelt on I would have fell out of car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2017-electrical-steering-shutdown","label":"Steering lockup and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704674","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced a failure with the steering position sensor. The contact let go of the steering when and the vehicle left the road and ran into a pile of leaves","quote_2_odi":"11451001","quote_2_text":"On January 29th 2022, we drove the car on the interstate at about 65-70 mph for over two hours when suddenly, the vehicle completely shut off. We were able to navigate safely into the shoulder while the power steering, dashboard, and engine were all completely off","quote_3_odi":"11498465","quote_3_text":"I had turned my car on after work and i had a light turn on my dashboard marking “PS” indicating there was an issue with the power steering. I turned off my car and turned it back on the light went away so i began driving home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2017-stop-lamp-switch-no-start","label":"Stop lamp switch failure preventing engine start","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752475","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Sentra is suffering from the exact silicone outgassing defect detailed in Recall 21V135000. My replacement switches keep failing because the car requires the updated protective grommet, but Nissan is excluding my VIN from receiving the campaign kit","quote_2_odi":"11730378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to be restarted later","quote_3_odi":"11339722","quote_3_text":"WHEN I STEP ON THE BRAKE TO START THE CAR IT DOESN'T START. LIKE THE SWITCH OR SENSOR IS COMMUNICATING TO THE ENGINE FOR IT TO START. IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING SINCE I GOT THE CAR A LITTLE OVER A YEAR AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags and seat belts failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11657020","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], my 2018 Nissan Sentra was involved in a severe accident on [XXX] in Maryland. Despite the high-impact nature of the collision, none of the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11555905","quote_2_text":"Was involved in a front end collision, and the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11123272","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, A SECOND VEHICLE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH CRASHED INTO THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. ALL THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED EXCEPT THE DRIVER SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2018-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of forward drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11734517","quote_1_text":"At right under 67,000 miles, the car made a loud pop when I went to accelerate from a stop light. The car would only work in reverse at that point. I'm being told that the CVT needs to be replaced. The car isn't even worth the cost of a new transmission","quote_2_odi":"11623265","quote_2_text":"The CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission) failed, preventing the vehicle from driving forward. Yes, the vehicle is available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11485627","quote_3_text":"There needs to be a safety recall on Nissan CVT transmissions. The company can not knowingly continue to sell a faulty/detective product and pass the cost onto customers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2018-fca-radar-false-warnings","label":"False front radar warnings and unexpected AEB braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11373043","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STOPPED INDEPENDENTLY WITH THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11289502","quote_2_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM SENSOR FREQUENTLY LIGHTS UP WITH A WARNING RADAR UNAVAILABLE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND LOCAL STREETS. I JUST GOT THIS CAR AND AFTER ONE DAY I HAD TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11310795","quote_3_text":"NISSAN 2018 SENTRA AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB), RELIES ON A RADAR IN THE FRONT GRILLE TO MONITOR A CAR'S PROXIMITY TO THE VEHICLE AHEAD, WARN OF POSSIBLE COLLISIONS, AND HIT THE BRAKES IF THE DRIVER CAN'T","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2018-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failing to fully engage","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11557647","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Nissan Sentra has the same hood latch problem that the 2018 Altima, i.e., when the hood is opened the primary hood latch does not reset, so when the hood is closed only the secondary latch is engaged and the hood remains slightly open","quote_2_odi":"11495328","quote_2_text":"When I open the hood, the hood release mechanism sticks in the open position. Closing the hood will not engage the primary lock, only the secondary latch","quote_3_odi":"11425700","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the hood latch independently released without warning and failed to close","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2018-stop-lamp-switch-no-start","label":"Stop lamp switch failure preventing engine start","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":184,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11716070","quote_1_text":"My brake lights suddenly wouldn’t turn on and my car wouldn’t start. We replaced the brake light switch and it worked for a short while, but it stopped working the same day almost causing several collisions as brake lights won’t turn on","quote_2_odi":"11702193","quote_2_text":"The engine will not crank when pressing the push-button ignition switch and applying the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11433689","quote_3_text":"I received a recall notice (PM971) (21V-135) on May 4, 2021. I went twice to the dealership to have my car fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic Emergency Braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556040","quote_1_text":"while i was driving, the front collision warning and emergency brake went off out of nowhere when there was no cars in front of me as the street was empty","quote_2_odi":"11463572","quote_2_text":"Forward collision warning light came on as I was driving w/ no cars in front of me. The car jerked as if i slammed on my brakes. As I was pulling into my driveway, Malfunction See owners manual showed along w/ AEB warning light. I waited a while then came back outside to start","quote_3_odi":"11461632","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and exiting the highway, the Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency Braking feature engaged inadvertently and the vehicle stopped abruptly, causing the vehicle to fishtail. The contact stated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11292414","quote_1_text":"I HAD AN ACCIDENT ON JULY 31ST, 2019 WHERE MY CAR WAS TOTALED AND THE MOTOR WAS LOST COMPLETELY. MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE NISSAN SYSTEM STATED, 'REFER TO OWNER'S MANUAL.' THANKFULLY I WAS WEARING MY SEATBELT AND ONLY HAD MINOR SCRATCHES AND BRUISES","quote_2_odi":"11378589","quote_2_text":"I WAS RECENTLY IN A CAR ACCIDENT. I WAS INJURED DUE TO THE FRONT AIR BAG NOT GOING OFF. THE LIGHT TURNED ON BUT THE AIRBAG DIDN'T COME OUT. I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT THE MOMENT OF THE ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11466250","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while at a complete stop, another vehicle going 40 MPH, crashed into the rear end of the vehicle, causing her vehicle to crash into the rear end of another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There was no warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693554","quote_1_text":"No warner went out to head to work. Car moved very rough. Stopped parked car. Had car towed to a mechanic to be told Transmission was shot. 102,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11648081","quote_2_text":"My car only goes into reverse. It is right under 100 k miles. i have been told it needs a new cvt transmissions and it cost more to replace than what my car is worth. There were no warning lights. It is a 2019 Nissan Sentra","quote_3_odi":"11561113","quote_3_text":"transmission goes out at 104,139 miles. car jerks and slows down acceleration even after having maintenance done to keep it running","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Driver-side door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718645","quote_1_text":"Drivers side Door Lock Actuator could not open the door from the inside handle or outside handle. In 2025 I replaced the part, Feb 2026 had to take the car to the dealership because could not open the door again. Dealership told me the Actuator failed internally. The part was","quote_2_odi":"11659419","quote_2_text":"The drivers side door lock is defective. The automatic locking does not work. This is unsafe since the doors need to be locked manually which puts people at right of opening the door while driving. There are currently no recalls or warnings in regards to this malfunction. Also,","quote_3_odi":"11568062","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds, the passenger’s side door failed to lock securely. The contact was concerned that the door would open while driving. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-push-to-start-brake-switch","label":"Push-to-start failure linked to brake light switch","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687368","quote_1_text":"Push to start is having issues. Break stiffens up and car wont start","quote_2_odi":"11679343","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the Push-to-Start feature failed to function as intended. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed, the brake lights failed to activate as designed. The vehicle was","quote_3_odi":"11632833","quote_3_text":"The car won't start this is my third time raking it in for the brake switch replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2019-radio-battery-drain","label":"Radio activation and battery drain while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":221,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11569262","quote_1_text":"Radio turns on intermittently when the car is not on. Drains battery. Has caused the car to not start several times and left my daughter on the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11418012","quote_2_text":"Radio comes on by itself. Car is not on. Took it to my Nissan Dealership May 17, 2021. Nothing was found. Also contacted Nissan directly on May 19, 2021, was told nothing could be done at this time because nothing showed up. I’m not a engineer but I know something is wrong, your","quote_3_odi":"11385043","quote_3_text":"THE RADIO WILL RANDOMLY COME ON FOR A SECOND WHEN THE CAR IS OFF. I HAVE WENT OUT TO GET SOMETHING OUT OF THE TRUNK & THIS HAS HAPPENED & I HAVE ALSO WENT OUT TO LEAVE & WHEN I WALK OUTSIDE THE RADIO IN THE CAR IS PLAYING WHEN THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN SINCE THE PRIOR DAY. I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2020-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11536601","quote_1_text":"My vehicle randomly slammed on the brakes twice tonight within a 30 minute span. The first time was on a busy highway going about 45 mph at about 7:00 pm. The second time was on a residential street going about 25 mph at about 8:00 pm. Both times, the dashboard lit up red with…","quote_2_odi":"11458063","quote_2_text":"On three separate occasions, the vehicle stops for no reason. It beeps and flashes the warning and slams on the breaks. There are no vehicles in front of the car when this occurs that would warrant emergency braking to enable. This has occurred when driving at around 30-50 mph.","quote_3_odi":"11469099","quote_3_text":"While driving my 2020 nissan sentra, my car proceeded to brake on its own while i was depressing the accelerator. A red warning light flashed across the dash that looked like 2 cars colliding. I was able to maintain control of the vehicle, even though it was acting erratically.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2020-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue screen","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11731636","quote_1_text":"2020 Nissan Sentra Backup Camera. The camera periodically goes out only displaying a blue screen. Researched and discovered it was a recall. Went to the dealership and asked them and they said my cars recall was marked as completed back in 2023 to which I had no knowledge of.…","quote_2_odi":"11509815","quote_2_text":"My backup camera constantly defaults to a blue screen. I have nearly backed into other cars as a result of this malfunction. I also have a toddler at home. While I do normal safety checks around my vehicle prior to leaving my driveway, there is still a possibility that he could…","quote_3_odi":"11438468","quote_3_text":"Back-up camera display intermittently displays \"blue screen\" when car in reverse (has been on-going issue since taking delivery of car 3-2020 and, as a result of current pandemic, do not drive as much as I might otherwise have driven - 9,500 miles on car a this point). Have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2020-door-lock-actuators","label":"Door lock actuator failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11603281","quote_1_text":"The door lock actuators on both of my rear doors suddenly no longer work. When I hit the button to lock all doors, only my 2 front doors lock. My cars 3 year warranty expired about 5 months ago and I have under 19,000 miles on the odometer. This is a safety issue. What if a…","quote_2_odi":"11548077","quote_2_text":"The door locks simultaneously stopped working on the vehicle at the same time. The key fob chimes and the lights flash on the car but nothing happens with the door locks. The fuses all check out and you hear a sound when pushing the lock and unlock button but nothing happens.…","quote_3_odi":"11666849","quote_3_text":"99% of the time neither of my back doors will lock or unlock when I either push the key fob or press the door unlock button inside the car. And for the past few days my front driver side door is doing the same thing. It's a big safety hazard because I have a [XXX] daughter and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2020-steering-tie-rod-recall","label":"Steering and tie rod recall repairs","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":200,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11606486","quote_1_text":"I got a recall notice on the tie rods of my car the recall started in August 2023 it is now August 2024 and the dealership states to me that they still do not have the parts to fix my recall","quote_2_odi":"11586996","quote_2_text":"I have been trying to get my car fixed for the tire rod recall and to this date 5/4/2024 they cant fix it and send me on my way this is outrageous i already had this replaced once a few years ago when i was originally leasing this they need to be quicker 9 months really? This…","quote_3_odi":"11603778","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Sentra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 23V581000 (Steering). The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle became difficult to steer. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"AEB activation without obstruction present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11751232","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Nissan Sentra has experienced multiple false Automatic Emergency Braking (phantom braking) events where the vehicle suddenly applies the brakes despite there being no vehicle, pedestrian, or obstacle in its path","quote_2_odi":"11538627","quote_2_text":"Collision alert sounded, with warning indicator (red bar with two white bars below), Emergency braking triggered (no apparent ABS, but driver felt the vehicle decelerate), stopped the vehicle, and turned the vehicle engine off (electrical systems remained  on).   The vehicle was…","quote_3_odi":"11511405","quote_3_text":"AEB SYSTEM ACTIVATED ON IT'S OWN, 3 TIMES RANDOMLY ,BRAKES SLAM ON FOR NO REASON WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED. IT IS AVAILABLE FOR INSPECTION. IF THERE WAS A VEHICLE IN BEHIND ME THERE WOULD HAVE BEEN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and intermittent no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11426757","quote_1_text":"Car battery has died 3 times since purchase. Dealership says battery is fine. Have only owned the brand new vehicle about 8 weeks!","quote_2_odi":"11509746","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a inconsistent overnight battery drain.  Called Auto Club for a jump start and technician said some Nissans have been experiencing this issue.  Drove the vehicle to get the battery and charging system tested, it passed and no problems were found","quote_3_odi":"11700324","quote_3_text":"I got in the car to start it and it would not start. This happened at the car wash one morning. It didn’t give me any warnings of a bad battery and the only way I started it was to have someone jump it. This has happened 4 times now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-cvt-powertrain-malfunction","label":"CVT warning and powertrain hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11610826","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her husband was driving from a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The contact stated that the failure recurred while driving at various speeds, and the vehicle made an abnormal whining sound. The…","quote_2_odi":"11550256","quote_2_text":"My brand new car needs a transmission It has trouble shifting gears, Making a loud “jet engine” sound. The dealer promised a loaner and never came through with it. I’m driving it as little as possible. Bumming rides and walking while I await a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator malfunction on multiple doors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673443","quote_1_text":"The door lock actuators in my 2021 Nissan Sentra have malfunctioned, causing my doors to unexpectedly lock or unlock. Three of the four doors are affected, including the front driver's side door and both back doors","quote_2_odi":"11552029","quote_2_text":"Rear doors, at separate times, would not lock or unlock either by using the key fob or control located on driver's door.  It is available for inspection. -Rear door(s) cannot be opened from the outside of the vehicle using electronic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-power-window-failure","label":"Passenger and rear power window inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11691124","quote_1_text":"I and many others have noticed that the 2020+ Nissan Sentra has a very common issue with its window switch where the driver side window works, but all passenger windows get stuck refusing to roll up or down, or do so very slowly","quote_2_odi":"11552577","quote_2_text":"The only window that is working properly in my car is the driver window. The other 3 sometimes work and sometimes will not roll down at all. On occasion it goes down but does not come back up or doesn't go back up but half way then stops","quote_3_odi":"11690032","quote_3_text":"The rear door locks on my vehicle fail to lock and unlock properly, especially using the power lock switches or key fob. This is not an occasional issue — it happens every single day. This is a major safety concern because the back doors often cannot be opened at all, which puts…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Steering recall 23V581000 parts unavailability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11546566","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V581000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and determined that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_2_odi":"11582013","quote_2_text":"Tie rods have no remedy, I have my car parked because its unsafe to drive and have called dealer hundreds of time and all they say is they're working on it. How long do I have to wait on a car I am making payments, this is awful","quote_3_odi":"11616898","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V581000 (Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer was contacted. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2021-tie-rod-steering-loss","label":"Tie rod fracture and steering control loss","component_code":"STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11437996","quote_1_text":"While driving in the center lane at approximately 40 mph, I heard a loud snap, and immediately lost the ability to steer the vehicle.  The vehicle went hard right into the outside lane,  I started applying the brakes and brought the vehicle to a stop against the outside curb","quote_2_odi":"11543835","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 30 MPH and pulling out of a parking lot on a leveled road surface, the vehicle hit a pothole, and upon attempting to make a turn, the vehicle made a popping sound and the front passenger's side wheel seized. The contact was able to pull to the…","quote_3_odi":"11595561","quote_3_text":"As I attempted to exit the highway, via a curved off-ramp, the steering wheel became extremely shaky and impossible to turn. I struggled to keep the car within the lane and then completely lost steering control. This caused me to veer off the road and nearly into the shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-adas-sensor-malfunction","label":"Forward and rear collision sensor deactivation warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674029","quote_1_text":"multiple times have had the traction control malfunction warning, front collision sensor malfunction warning, and back collision sensor malfunction warning appear. In turn, this makes other safety features like the lane departure warning malfunction as well","quote_2_odi":"11477262","quote_2_text":"Safety features such as front crash detection and other preventative features fail when the interior of the vehicle gets gets hot (due to climate). Among safety the cruise control, radio and center display no longer operate","quote_3_odi":"11599314","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions while driving, at traffic lights or stop signs, a light will come on the dashboard with a symbols including:    Place the key near the start switch --even though the car is already on and running; and other times the car will not start","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11487540","quote_1_text":"While driving the car this morning at about 30 mph, and with no obstructions around, there was a sudden red flasher on the dashboard (a red long bar with a hazard triangle in the middle, three flashes) and I could feel ABS with the car applying emergency brakes automatically","quote_2_odi":"11613668","quote_2_text":"My car has suddenly slammed brea while driving on empty road at nigh as if I was going to crash but there has been nothing there it has been on empty road but it has completely slammed te breaks on it’s own I have been lucky that I don’t have any cars behind me","quote_3_odi":"11482453","quote_3_text":"Vehicle fails to accelerate and breaks for no reason. Driver is not in control of vehicle. Last I checked I have the drivers license not the vehicle, yet I am unable to accelerate when pressing the gas at times. Other times driving 65 on the expressway the vehicle abruptly stops","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11486025","quote_1_text":"On Thursday, Sept. 15, around 11:00 a.m., when I attempted to open the car door, the battery was COMPLETELY drained.  I had to use the physical key to open the door.  I know for certain that the lights, including the dome light, were not on","quote_2_odi":"11571929","quote_2_text":"About two months after leasing the vehicle, I started having problems with the car battery. The car battery would die for no reason at all. I didn't leave anything on the battery would just die. I could be driving and stop and the battery would go completely dead","quote_3_odi":"11494295","quote_3_text":"Vehicle inexplicably drained the battery again. For the 10th time in 1 week.  Sunday November 20, 2022.  The, the vehicle does not start. I take it to the dealer’s service center and they tell me there is no problem with the car or the charging system or battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure with stiff pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663673","quote_1_text":"On May 9, 2025, my car was idling in my driveway. I put my foot on the brake to leave and heard an explosion so loud it was mentioned in multiple Facebook groups and heard in at least 3 towns. There was insulation hanging from the bottom of my car","quote_2_odi":"11672907","quote_2_text":"I experienced a second brake booster failure within 1300 miles of the replacement. The booster should be available for inspection, but I do not have it. The dealership has it.   On May 9, 2025, at 38,349 miles, my booster failed, experiencing a very loud audible boom","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-engine-stall-acceleration","label":"Engine stall and loss of acceleration while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11501712","quote_1_text":"around July of 2022 the vehicle started stalling while driving; at first it started at slow speeds driving in the neighborhood, then started happening about 4-5 times a week.  Essentially, you could be driving at forward speeds of 10-50 mph, and the car would stall","quote_2_odi":"11465069","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway and the car would not accelerate, the dash said malfunctioning and the cars driving beside me had to swerve around me.  I took the car back to the dealership where I purchased it and was told that parts had to be ordered and that it was a throttle…","quote_3_odi":"11720952","quote_3_text":"My car would cut off on me and all the lights would turn on and the engine light. It would shake then slow down and cut off. It happened to me while driving on the freeway. I was able to cut it back on before  accident happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-front-suspension-axle-wheel","label":"Front axle, wheel bearing, and suspension component failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY, STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556015","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH, the front passenger’s side axle detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a fractured axle and wheel bearing","quote_2_odi":"11738716","quote_2_text":"the steering wheel began pulling and shaking, and she observed a loud noise emanating from under the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that both wheel bearings, the sway bar, and the front axle were damaged","quote_3_odi":"11705081","quote_3_text":"WHEEL BEARINGS HAD GONE OUT BEFORE RECOMMENDED TIME TO REPLACE / WHEN REPLACING WHEEL BEARINGS CVT SHAFTS WERE STRIPPED FROM MANUFACTURER - SO WAS FORCED TO CHANGE THEM ALSO / ALSO HAD TO CHANGE STRUTS / WAS TOLD BY A MECHANIC THAT THERE IS TOO FEW OF MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2022-tie-rod-recall-23v581","label":"Inner tie rod recall 23V-581 and steering vibration","component_code":"STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY, STEERING:RACK AND PINION","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615839","quote_1_text":"the car veered to the left ( she had no control in the steering) and the tire rod broke causing her to crash into the small cement barrier. I call the dealership where I purchased the vehicle and I was advised to contact Nissan Consumer","quote_2_odi":"11626391","quote_2_text":"ONE DAY IN JANUARY THIS YEAR, I FELT A VIBRATION IN MY STEERING WHEEL. I BROUGHT MY CAR TO A TIRE SHOP FOR ALIGNMENT AND WHEEL BALANCING BUT THE PROBLEM WAS UNSOLVED. TWO WEEKS AGO WHEN I OPENED THE DMV RENEWAL FORM, I SAW THAT THERE IS A RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11546438","quote_3_text":"while driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel, the front end of the vehicle made an abnormal clicking sound. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring increasingly, and the front end of the vehicle was making an abnormally loud","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in rear-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677097","quote_1_text":"My wife who was driving had stopped at a pedestrian crosswalk behind another car that had stopped to allow people to cross. While we were stopped a GMC truck plowed into the rear of our car at a high rate of speed. Police, fire, and an ambulance were called to the seen. The…","quote_2_odi":"11623727","quote_2_text":"I had this car for seven months and in June 13,2024 car failed and caused accident.Prior to the accident the car was shutting off in traffic .Then June 13,2024 caused accident when going to work Car lost control due to computer issues.My vehicle camera and reporter recorded the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-axle-clicking-noise","label":"Front axle popping or clicking noise when turning","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11711433","quote_1_text":"This is the second time in the last 45 day that we have had a report of the front end \"popping\". We took 1 vehicle to Nissan of Murfeesboro and they replaced both front shaft assemblys. This vehicle was taken to Newton Nissan and they had to do the same repair on this vehicle. I…","quote_2_odi":"11652568","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has front axle clicking sounds when turning right or left. It also makes clicking sounds when driving over bumps or entering driveways(uneven concrete surfaces). I brought it to a Nissan Dealership several times and they acknowledged the issue. However, they have not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-bluetooth-infotainment","label":"Bluetooth and infotainment connectivity malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11737554","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the charging port, bluetooth feature, and the navigation system was inoperative. The low tire pressure, air bag and another unknown warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11642718","quote_2_text":"Bluetooth/Carplay Usb not detected whenever im driving my car will keep undetecting and detecting my phone while usb connected","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Service brake system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11621570","quote_1_text":"1) While driving at 35 MPH with cruise control on, upon approaching an intersection with a red traffic light on, pushing the brake did not affect the vehicle at all. After going through the red light (divided roadway at intersection) and making a fast-moving right turn, pressing…","quote_2_odi":"11623154","quote_2_text":"I was getting my Brakes done and realized i have no rear brakes on the right and left. I was told i can not speak to anyone higher up until Monday.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-driveshaft-separation","label":"Front axle or driveshaft separation","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11635779","quote_1_text":"To the best of my knowledg The front LH drive shaft came off the transaxle case leaving me no power of steering or breaking forcing me into the center divider. if this happened on a freeway driving speed limit or a busy street the accident would be fatal. Problem has been…","quote_2_odi":"11701430","quote_2_text":"The contact rented a 2024 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving the vehicle, the contact noticed a slight rubbing like sound coming from the front of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH over a rumble strip later, there was an…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11722103","quote_1_text":"In December 2025, the vehicle was towed to the dealer after it shut off and would not restart. No warning lights displayed, no low fuel light displayed either. Dealer attributed stall to low fuel (fuel range showed 30 miles remaining), found no diagnostic codes, attributed it to…","quote_2_odi":"11639223","quote_2_text":"Started having problems within first two months of purchase, bought new in April 24. Charge ports stopped working. Also reported to dealer electric burn smell. Hesitate to start/stop with push button. Feels like loses power while driving. Rpms revs unexpectedly. Almost wrecked a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2024-tire-tread-wear","label":"Tire tread wear at low mileage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11696676","quote_1_text":"I have a 2024 Nissan Sentra SV that I have leased brand new since January 2023. As of today, 10/28/2025 I have only 14,605 miles on this vehicle. I drive local only, no highways yet the tires are completely bald and needed to be replaced. The tire pressure would only hold 27…","quote_2_odi":"11692262","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Nissan Sentra equipped with Hankook Tires, Tire Line: Kinergy GT with Kontrol Technology, Tire Sizes(Rear): P205/60/R16, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that upon inspection of the tires, the rear tires tread were almost bald. The contact stated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2025-driver-assist-alert-failure","label":"Driver-assistance system failure to alert","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11743219","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while reversing out of a parking space at 4 MPH, the rear cross-traffic alert failed to activate, causing the vehicle to crash into a 3-foot cement pole","quote_2_odi":"11716447","quote_2_text":"The adhesive on 3 of the rear parking sensors failed and the brackets holding the sensors in place fell off into the inside of the bumper triggering the sensor to go off constantly when reversing and auto brake","quote_3_odi":"11620062","quote_3_text":"Blind spot monitoring NOT WORKING on BRAND NEW 2025 Nissan Sentra. DEALER TOLD ME IT IS NOT WORKING on any new 2025 Nissan Sentra’s","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2025-engine-shutdown-power-loss","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11722568","quote_1_text":"Certain times the car would start up and then when you pull out the parking space it’ll start shaking and then you’re driving in the car will slowly turn off","quote_2_odi":"11714143","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced early engine and electrical malfunction at relatively low mileage, requiring replacement of the engine wiring harness and removal and reinstallation of the engine and transaxle assembly","quote_3_odi":"11674923","quote_3_text":"We have had it less than a month and observed engine shutdown, and totaled power loss about five times in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2025-rear-seatbelt-false-alarm","label":"Rear seat belt false alarm","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11717380","quote_1_text":"Only 1 week after purchasing the car new from Nissan of Clearwater, the rear seat belt alarms would trigger when someone would sit back there after they fastened their seat belt and I drove off","quote_2_odi":"11699317","quote_2_text":"Rear seatbelts trigger a no seatbelt alarm when somebody unbuckles and leaves the vehicle. As well as when somebody leaves and comes back and puts on the seatbelt, the alarm saying that the seatbelt is still not buckled up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2025,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Sentra","model_slug":"sentra","cluster_id":"sentra-2025-tire-sidewall-wheel-defects","label":"Tire sidewall and wheel defects","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747257","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] I saw a bubble, approximately 2\" inches in diameter on the outside facing sidewall of the right front tire. At the time I saw the bubble, the car had approximately 9,700 miles on the odometer","quote_2_odi":"11688896","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Nissan purchased new May 2025 came with Firestone FT140 P 205 / 60 R 16 I started noticing a very slight vibration in rear tire at 42 mph around September 5600 miles On Sept 20, 2025 I took car on trip for several hundred miles at speeds over 70 mph","quote_3_odi":"11683283","quote_3_text":"While driving on diamond ground concrete roads (rain grooved roads) on Interstate highways, the vehicle wobbles uncontrollable, to the point that I feel that I am about to lose control of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/nissan/sentra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Air bag deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10436148","quote_1_text":"SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WHILE GOING OVER A BUMP/HITTING A POTHOLE DURING A TURN-NO WHEELS LEFT THE GROUND AND PASSENGER KNOCKED UNCONSCIOUS BY DEPLOYMENT. SEE THIS PROBLEM MENTIONED IN FORUMS YET NO RECALL AND DEALERS UNABLE TO ASSESS PROBLEM WITHOUT SPECIALIST TO CHECK COMPUTER","quote_2_odi":"10690572","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SIDE OR CURTAIN AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY DURING A VIOLENT T-BONE COLLISION IN WHICH ANOTHER VEHICLE STRUCK THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE TRUCK AT MODERATE SPEED. HAD ANY PASSENGERS BEEN SEATED IN THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE, SERIOUS INJURIES OR WORSE WOULD HAVE RESULTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-driveline-transmission-failure","label":"Driveline and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10542298","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK I NOTICED SMOKE PULLED OVER INTO A LOT LOOKED UNDER TRUCK AND NOTICED FLUID EVERYWHERE. HAD VEHICLE TOWED TO NISSAN DEALER. THEY STATED TRANSMISSION COOLER LINE SPLIT CAUSED FLUID TO LEAK OUT THAT CAUSED TRANSMISSION TO FAIL. TRUCK STILL UNDER POWER TRAIN","quote_2_odi":"10702327","quote_2_text":"AT 35000 THIS VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SEVERE VIBRATION/SHAKE AT 42-48MPH. NISSAN REPLACED FAILED REAR DIFFERENTIAL, FRONT DIFFERENTIAL AND TRANSFER CASE. SEVERE VIBRATION/SHAKING CONDITION IS STILL PRESENT. NISSAN IS NOT ATTEMPTING ANY FURTHER REPAIRS, CLAIMS NORMAL BODY FLEXING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-electrical-accessory-malfunction","label":"Power window and body electrical malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10679094","quote_1_text":"TRUCK WAS PARKED AND WHEN WE RETURNED THE WINDOWS WERE DOWN. IT HAPPENED A SECOND TIME TODAY (JAN.27,2015) MY HUSBAND CALLED THE DEALERSHIP AFTER THE FIRST INCIDENT AND WAS ASKED IF IT HAD HAPPENED BEFORE.THOUGHT IT MIGHT BE A FLUKE AND IT NEVER HAPPENED AGAIN TILL TODAY. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11032020","quote_2_text":"WINDOWS WON'T STAY UP WHEN THE CAR IS SHUT ALL THE WINDOWS GO DOWN VERY HARD TO KEEP THEM UP WHEN THE CAR IS BEEN SITTING FOR A WHILE THE WINDOWS GO DOWN HARD TO KEEP THE CAR LOCKED UP WHEN THE WINDOWS WON'T STAY UP","quote_3_odi":"11233308","quote_3_text":"THE FIRST ISSUE IS THE A/C SYSTEM. WHEN THE SYSTEM IS BEING RUN ON THE MAXIMUM SETTING THERE IS A AUDIBLE TICKING SOUND. THIS SOUND HAS BEEN ATTRIBUTED TO A PART INSIDE THE AC UNIT THAT'S MADE OF PLASTIC THAT GOES BAD REALLY QUICK. THE RESULT OF THIS IS NO AC OR NO HEAT AND A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-exhaust-manifold-tailpipe-failure","label":"Exhaust manifold and tailpipe failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10920320","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN TITAN. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE VEHICLE. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND MANIFOLD GASKETS NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 180,000","quote_2_odi":"10984256","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN TITAN. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS ON VARIOUS DAYS, A LOUD VIBRATING NOISE COULD BE HEARD COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE MANIFOLD WAS CRACKED ON BOTH SIDES. THE","quote_3_odi":"11360446","quote_3_text":"IN 2017 AT 60,062 MILES THE TAIL PIPE CORRODED FELL OFF. A REPAIR WAS MADE AT THE EAU CLAIRE NISSAN DEALERSHIP WERE THE CUT AND CLAMPED IT BACK TOGETHER. AGAIN AS I WRITE THIS THE TAIL PIPE HAS CORRODED AND FELL OFF. I HAVE SPOKE WITH THE DEALERSHIP IN EAU CLAIRE AS WELL AS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-hvac-defrost-failure","label":"HVAC defrost and heater failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10478074","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN TITAN. THE CONTACT WAS TRAVELING 65 MPH WHEN THE AIR CONDITIONER AND THE DEFROST FAILED TO DEFROST THE WINDOWS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THE ELECTRIC CONDENSER FOR THE AIR CONDITIONER UNIT AND DEFROST NEEDED TO","quote_2_odi":"10914314","quote_2_text":"WHEN OPERATING A/C CLIMATE CONTROLS, THE HEATER DOES NOT BLOW HOT AIR, BUT RATHER COLD AIR. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN ONE DAY, I HAD SET THE CONTROLS TO DE-FOG THE WINDSHIELD, ONLY TO MAKE THE SCENARIO MUCH WORSE DUE TO ABSENCE OF HOT AIR NEEDED TO DEHUMIDIFY THE INTERIOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-rear-seatbelt-lockup","label":"Rear seat belt lock-up","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2011-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10378710","quote_1_text":"THE REAR SEATBELTS ON MY 2011 NISSAN TITAN CREW CAB LOCK UP WHILE THERE IS PASSENGERS IN THE REAR SEAT. THEY ARE CAUSING THEM TO BECOME SO UNCOMFORTABLE THAT I HAVE TO STOP AND LET THEM RESET THE BELTS, UNBUCKLING AND RELATCHING. THIS WORKS FOR A FEW MINUTES AND THE PROCEDURE","quote_2_odi":"10439774","quote_2_text":"(1) I HAVE EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM WITH THE SEATBELTS IN THE BACK SEAT OF MY 2011 NISSAN TITAN. THEY TIGHTEN UP ON THE OCCUPANTS AND I HAVE TO STOP MY TRUCK IN ORDER TO RELEASE THEM, BUT THEN THEY TIGHTEN UP AGAIN. A SWITCH FOR ADULTS OR CHILDREN MAY FIX THE PROBLEM. (2) AS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering column failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11129742","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK WILL NOT SHIFT FROM PARK. YOU HAVE TO STICK SOMETHING DOWN INTO THE COLUMN TO UNLOCK IT. BREAKS AND EVERYTHING ELSE WORK FINE IT'S SOMETHING IN THE STEERING COLUMN THAT IS FAULTY AND WILL COST CLOSE TO 1000 TO REPLACE","quote_2_odi":"11444718","quote_2_text":"My steering column broke while driving down the road. Almost caused me to wreck","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2011-suspension-frame-component-failure","label":"Suspension and frame component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10430178","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN TITAN. THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND TRAVELING OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD IT WOULD FEEL AS IF THE FRONT END WAS GOING TO FALL APART. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO ADVISED HIM THAT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE","quote_2_odi":"11078308","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN TITAN. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO REVERSE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY, THE CONTACT HEARD A THUMPING SOUND. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE WAS LEANING LOW, AND THE STRUT AND SPRING ASSEMBLY BRACKET DETACHED FROM THE FRAME AND","quote_3_odi":"11654726","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle when the vehicle drove over into an object on the roadway. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2012-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy or illuminated warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11607112","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with a failed front driver's side air bag","quote_2_odi":"10967291","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN TITAN. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, A TRUCK REVERSING COLLIDED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE SIDE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10659360","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 NISSAN TITAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 80 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE AND THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2012-brake-rotor-caliper-faults","label":"Brake rotor, caliper, and parking brake faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11685933","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to release, and the rear passenger’s side wheel was locked","quote_2_odi":"11000610","quote_2_text":"AT 27,000 MILES HAD SHIMMY IN STEERING WHEEL AND DEALER TURN ROTORS AT 45,000 HAD SAME PROBLEM DEALER ALINED WHEELS AT 58,000 THE SAME PROBLEM REPLACED ROTORS AT 93,000 AGAIN SAME PROBLEM TURNED ROTORS AND ADDED PADS","quote_3_odi":"11679840","quote_3_text":"On [XXX], my 2012 Nissan Titan was serviced by Pep Boys in Gainesville, FL for brake-related work. After they returned the truck, the brake assembly was reinstalled incorrectly — the caliper was not secured properly and the rotors were damaged/warped as a result","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2012-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Door handle and latch failure in cold weather","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11014947","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR HANDLE STOPPED WORKING ON INSIDE OR OUTSIDE CREATING A TRAP. EGRESS CAN ONLY BE ACHIEVED BY CLIMBING OVER CONSOLES OR SEATS TO ESCAPE","quote_2_odi":"10936097","quote_2_text":"IN COLDER TEMPERATURES, THE DOOR HANDLES FREEZE AND WILL NOT WORK FROM INSIDE OR OUTSIDE. THE DOOR WILL ALSO NOT CLOSE AS THE LATCH MECHANISM SIMPLY WILL NOT ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2012-exhaust-manifold-cracking","label":"Exhaust manifold cracking with cabin fume leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11436325","quote_1_text":"Cracked exhaust manifold leaking fumes into the cabin of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11185959","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN TITAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WAS RUSTED AND CRACKED","quote_3_odi":"11015896","quote_3_text":"EXHAUST MANIFOLD CRACKS: RIGHT SIDE REPLACED AT 78,000 MILES IS CRACKED AGAIN AT 130,000. LEFT SIDE CRACKED AND REPLACED AT 130,000. CONCERNED ABOUT CARBON MONOXIDE LEAKAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2012-tailpipe-connection-rust","label":"Muffler-to-tailpipe connection rust-through","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11005586","quote_1_text":"EXHAUST PIPE CONNECTION RUSTED THROUGH. SAME EXACT PROBLEM SOMEONE ELSE NOTED ON THEIR COMPLAINT. CONNECTION USED BETWEEN MUFFLER AND TAILPIPE COMPLETELY RUSTED AWAY LEAVING THE TAILPIPE DANGLING FROM BOTTOM OF TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"10794689","quote_2_text":"THE TAIL PIPE ON A 2 1/2 YEAR OLD 2012 NISSAN TITAN PREMATURELY SEPARATED AT THE FLANGE IN FRONT OF THE REAR AXLE. THE REASON THE FLANGE SEPARATED WAS THE POOR DESIGN","quote_3_odi":"11229825","quote_3_text":"TAIL PIPE RUSTED OFF AT THE FLANGE BEHIND THE MUFFLER. THE DESIGN OF THE TAILPIPE AND EXHAUST HANGER IS FLAWED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and inadvertent deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11633124","quote_1_text":"Truck has been diagnosed and the airbag sensor seems to be at fault. The sensor light is blinking and if there’s an accident the airbags will not deploy. This is a huge liability and safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11162339","quote_2_text":"RIGHT SIDE AIR BAG HAS GONE BAD TWO SEPARATE TIMES. ADVISED THAT IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11032044","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD THIS TRUCK SINCE JAN 2017. I HAVE ONLY 10,000 MILES ON IT AND I HAVE BROUGHT THE TRUNK IN TO THE DEALERSHIP TWICE AND I'M ABOUT TO HEAD IN FOR A THIRD TIME REGARDING THE AIRBAG INDICATION LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-crankshaft-failure","label":"Broken crankshaft and engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11670062","quote_1_text":"Spun rod bearing/broken crank shaft - major vibration, loss off power, dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11647050","quote_2_text":"Driving down the interstate at 65 mph out of the Blue Crankshaft broke. Massive steering wheel vibration hard to keep under control","quote_3_odi":"11624120","quote_3_text":"Engine/Crankshaft/Main Bearing excessive noise, metal shavings in oil. Crank shaft cracked or broken. Similar to NHTSA PE23-020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-diesel-exhaust-fumes-cabin","label":"Diesel exhaust fumes entering cabin during regeneration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11067173","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE DIESEL ENGINE GOES INTO DPF REGENERATION MODE, THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE FILLS WITH UNPLEASANT FUMES THAT SMELL LIKE EVAPORATED DIESEL FUEL OR OTHER NOXIOUS SUBSTANCE THAT IS IRRITATING TO MUCOUS MEMBRANES AND MAY CAUSE HEALTH ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"10944605","quote_2_text":"DIESEL EXHAUST COMES INTO THE CAB AT LOW SPEED'S AND IDLE WHEN HEATING SYSTEM IS ON FRESH AIR. THE DEFROSTER DOES NOT WORK AND LESS THE HEATING SYSTEM IS ON FRESH AIR. IT CAUSES HEADACHES IT CAUSES MY NINE YEAR SON TO HAVE ASTHMA ATTACKS","quote_3_odi":"11258672","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE TRUCK GOES INTO REGEN MODE THE CAB FILLS WITH EXHAUST SMELL WHILE AIR IS ON AND IN THE FRESH AIR POSITION. IT IS ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE WHILE STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering pump and steering column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11644666","quote_1_text":"Issue 2) Power Steering pump started making a \"growling\" noise Went to the local Nissan dealership and they determined a seal in the pump needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11318565","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE IS VIBRATING ON LOW SPEED AND WENT TURNING MAKING A LOUD BAN I OPEN THE HOOD TO CHECK THIS OUT D FOUND THE STEERING COLUMN SEPARATING IN THE ENGINE BAY","quote_3_odi":"11228539","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW. I HAVE A CLUNKING AND LOOSENESS IN THE STEERING. IT STARTED AROUND 14,000 MILES. I HAVE HAD IT TO THE NISSAN DEALER 3 TIMES FOR THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-transmission-shift-hesitation","label":"Transmission shift hesitation and gear engagement delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11660017","quote_1_text":"Truck was fine and then went to pull out in traffic and it would not shift past 3rd gear, was dangerous because traffic was moving quickly and no lights appeared on the dash but the transmission just stopped shifting past 3rd","quote_2_odi":"11403875","quote_2_text":"SOMETIMES WHEN STARTING FROM STOP, THE TRANSMISSION WILL NOT SHIFT OUT OF FIRST GEAR. I HAVE TO MANUALLY SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN BACK INTO DRIVE WHILE THE TRUCK IS IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11098528","quote_3_text":"LOUD RATTLE/GRIND/CHATTER FROM THE TRANSMISSION AREA THAT IS CLEARLY HEARD FROM INSIDE THE CABIN DURING UP AND DOWN SHIFTS AT RANDOM TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-turbo-actuator-failure","label":"Turbocharger and turbo actuator failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11502807","quote_1_text":"The problem comes from the turbo charger it made the car to jerk back for, it loses power an the pick up the power in a very strong way that if I have to stop it will be problem. Code P226C Turbocharger Boost Control 'A' Slow Response","quote_2_odi":"11612061","quote_2_text":"My turbo actuator went out in 2022, paid $2,000 to get it fixed. A year later in 2023 it went out again and ruined both the low and high turbos, had to get them replaced again this time under warranty","quote_3_odi":"11556954","quote_3_text":"I have a 2017 titan xd that has had catastrophic turbo failures 4 times now on 162,000 miles. Roughly every 40,000 miles which is absolutely ridiculous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2017-wiring-harness-electrical","label":"Alternator/engine wiring harness failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11397633","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO LOCAL FOOD PLACE 70 MILES AWAY GOT LESS THEN 45 MILES FROM HOME. TRUCK CUT OUT SO I TRIED TO PULL OVER SAFELY TO A CALL BOX ONLY SAFE SPOT TO PULL OFF HIGHWAY. ENGINE BLOWN THEY SAY AS WELL AS BATTERY DIED. HARNESS LOOKS FRIED","quote_2_odi":"11437682","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that after reversing in a parking spot, the vehicle caught fire without warning. There were no reported injuries","quote_3_odi":"11592518","quote_3_text":"The alternator wiring harness per recall bulletin NTB19-053 has has failed multiple times impacting starting and leaving driver stranded, shuttering while being driven, locking mechanism and other electrical components working intermittingly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11680890","quote_1_text":"Truck died driving at highway speed, towed vehicle to Nissan dealership, and was quoted at or above 30 thousand dollars in repairs related the dreaded CP4 fuel pump system that has failed on the truck that only had 134,000 miles.","quote_2_odi":"11691057","quote_2_text":"I tow full-time as a working nomad. My truck has gone into limp-mode (low-power mode) onto a complete loss of power. I have been stranded on 3 difference occasions. The issue first began at 75,000 miles which I have records of. After this most recent incident, I realized there…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-crankshaft-engine-failure","label":"Crankshaft failure causing engine shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11720790","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and accelerating, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that there was an abnormal pop before the vehicle lost motive power and was pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11671122","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Nissan Titan has suffered two engine failures within two years, with fewer than 37,000 miles on the vehicle. Despite following all scheduled preventive maintenance, the engines failed catastrophically. One of these failures occurred with my family in the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-electrical-harness-no-start","label":"Electrical harness and no-start battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11706103","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has recurring starting issues. The battery frequently becomes weak or completely unable to start, sometimes without warning. The issue occurs intermittently and appears electrical in nature. The vehicle may require jump starts or fails to start after sitting or…","quote_2_odi":"11629665","quote_2_text":"The truck will deplete batteries within weeks of installation.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-fuel-filler-neck-overflow","label":"Fuel filler neck overflow and whistle during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11626128","quote_1_text":"Gas spilling out when refilling. Fuel tank had been whistling from beginning ownership in 2020 but no problem refilling. Most recently however gas will quickly overflow when attempting to fill. This has occurred several times recently, but it was never an issue before. Spillage…","quote_2_odi":"11253219","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE TRUCK IS FUELING AND STATIONARY THE FILLER NECK EMITS A HIGH-PITCHED WHINE NOISE. THE NOISE VARIES IN PITCH WITH RELATION TO HOW FULL THE TANK BECOMES. THE MENTIONED COMPLAINT HAS OCCURRED SINCE THE FIRST FILL UP WHEN I PURCHASED IT BRAND NEW OFF THE LOT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack and gear failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11554711","quote_1_text":"My rack and pinion it’s leaking the power steering and the Nissan or no auto parts store make it so not even Nissan can get the problem fix","quote_2_odi":"11309839","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 NISSAN TITAN. WHILE DRIVING 25-35 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL METAL ON METAL SOUND DETECTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO FORMULA NISSAN 1504 US-302, BARRE, VT 05641 (802) 479-2277 WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIE ROD…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-tire-tread-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11435216","quote_1_text":"At highway speed of 65 MPH, passenger-rear tire started to make slight thumping sound. After a few minutes, it became much louder. I pulled off the road to investigate and found that treads were completely delaminating from tire. Tire was inflated to 74 psi and they have always…","quote_2_odi":"11408562","quote_2_text":"TIRES ARE LOSING AIR ON THE SIDEWALL THAT'S CRACKING OR BREAKING DOWN. NO PUNCTURE OR DAMAGE IS VISIBLE. BUT WITHIN A HOUR TIRE BECOMES FLARE. THIS HAPPENED WHEN VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND GOT INSIDE AND MY TMPS LIGHT WAS ON AND PRESSURE WAS LOW.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2018-transmission-hesitation-shifting","label":"Transmission hesitation and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11696801","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed while driving. Placing my family and others in an unsafe predicament. This seems to be a common problem with Nissan transmission. A quick search on the internet show almost all cvt models do this from this company. How is there only a partial recall on some…","quote_2_odi":"11434586","quote_2_text":"My Nissan has 35 thousand miles on it it use it as a pleasure vehicle. I was driving the other day and it started shifting really high motor racing loud and not really going anywhere. It was like the transmission was slipping. It had never done this before. I thought it was a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-engine-stall-highway","label":"Engine failure and stall at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11692133","quote_1_text":"While operating vehicle within city limits the engine failed and the vehicle was unable to move under its own power. While slowing down, the vehicle's check engine light came on and the vehicle immediately lost power and would not turn over. The vehicle was towed to a","quote_2_odi":"11558830","quote_2_text":"I was driving with the vehicle operating perfectly normal. I turned onto a highway and was accelerating when all of the sudden without any warning lights or alarms the vehicle began to shake vigorously and lose power. I was almost rear-ended by a 18 wheeler trying to","quote_3_odi":"11555713","quote_3_text":"Crankshaft snap and turbo issues causing to be broke down on highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-infotainment-camera-lockup","label":"Infotainment freeze and backup camera failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11743141","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system in my vehicle randomly crashes at various times and often happens when the vehicle is in reverse with the backup camera active which is a safety issue. Outside of the crashes, there are often lags/delays with the backup camera in the","quote_2_odi":"11696050","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system within my vehicle is problematic... At any given time the infotainment system will force reboot itself, freeze, freeze or delay when the backup camera is engaged, reboot when the backup camera is engaged. There seems to be no rhyme or reason","quote_3_odi":"11456368","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while reversing the vehicle, he noticed that the backup camera did not display an image. The contact pressed the reset button on the vehicle, but the failure recurred. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-reduced-power-derate","label":"Reduced power mode and fuel-system derate","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11689164","quote_1_text":"Check engine light went on and the Truck went into low power mode. Took it to an independent service center and it was no longer throwing the code. It happened a couple more times, took it to the dealership and the diagnostic was: Setting in ECM., Actuator is Binding","quote_2_odi":"11685767","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle entered LIMP Mode and lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle returned to normal","quote_3_odi":"11677394","quote_3_text":"Sudden shaking, loss of power, CEL came on, metal debris found in fuel system. $32,396.32 estimate to repair. Told it originated from failed CP4 pump. Truck under 80,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-tcc-shudder-slip","label":"Torque converter shudder and TCC slip","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11758030","quote_1_text":"Torque Converter- The torque converter on my 2019 Nissan Titan -4X failed at approximately 68,000. Symptoms began as cold-start shudder lasting several minutes, progressing to pronounced shudder under light throttle acceleration between 25–50 MPH, erratic shifting at","quote_2_odi":"11753850","quote_2_text":"The torque converter on my 2019 Nissan Titan PRO-4X failed at approximately 60,000 miles. Symptoms began as cold-start shudder lasting several minutes, progressing to pronounced shudder under light throttle acceleration between 25–50 MPH, erratic shifting at the 3-4","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation, pressure loss, and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11485225","quote_1_text":"These are NHTSA recalled tires for my 2019 Nissan Titan. I had them inspected (via the recall) at Cedar Park Nissan and even though they showed major sidewall issues (peeling, tread chunk missing, etc.), I was told they were a non-issue. I brought them in a 2nd time","quote_2_odi":"11448351","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Titan equipped with Goodyear Tires, Tire Line: Wrangler SR-A, Tire Size: P275/60/R20, DOT Number: M6YN EXER4518. The contact stated while driving 80 MPH, the rear driver's side tire experienced a blowout. The contact was able to control","quote_3_odi":"11428976","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Titan equipped with General Tires, Tire Line: Grabber, Tire Size: 265/70/R18, DOT Number: A3845MAL5018. The contact stated that the driver’s side front tire pressure was continuously low and had to be re-inflated every 2 days. The tire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2019-transmission-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and failure to shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11660356","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has a fluttering or lagging feel/sound when accelerating, often taking longer to accelerate than it should. When merging on to a highway, this has become a danger to myself and others. This problem has been confirmed by Nissan in tens of thousands of Nissan","quote_2_odi":"11386926","quote_2_text":"MY 2019 NISSAN TITAN, WITH ONLY 6500 MILES, HAS TWICE FAILED TO SHIFT FROM LOWER GEAR WHEN PULLING AWAY FROM A STOPLIGHT OR STOP SIGN CAUSING ME TO HAVE TO PULL OUT OF TRAFFIC ON A CITY STREET. EVENTUALLY, IT SHIFTED AS NORMAL. THE ELECTRICAL ISSUE IS MORE PERPLEXING","quote_3_odi":"11388634","quote_3_text":"2019 NISSAN TITAN PRO-4X WHILE DRIVING THE TRUCK, THE BATTERY VOLTAGE WILL DROP BELOW 12 VOLTS (AS LOW AS 11.75 VOLTS). WHEN THE VOLTAGE IS LOW I'VE NOTICED THAT THE TRANSMISSION IS CONSTANTLY 'HUNTING' TO FIND THE RIGHT GEAR. ALSO THE THROTTLE CONTROL BECOMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2020-automatic-braking-false-engagement","label":"Automatic braking engages without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11740235","quote_1_text":"The Rear Automatic Braking (RAB) software fails to detect a connected trailer harness. The truck experiences un-commanded, sudden emergency braking during multi-point turns when going from forward to reverse when manueverimg a trailer, creating an immediate hazard of neck","quote_2_odi":"11337542","quote_2_text":"AUTOMATIC BRAKING SYSTEM APPLIED ITSELF ON THE HIGHWAY, TRUCK WOULD NOT MOVE FORWARD, PULLED OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND CALLED ROAD SIDE ASSISTANCE. MULTIPLE WARNING SIGNALS IN THE TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2020-frame-strut-tower-weld-failure","label":"Frame weld failure at front strut tower","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11676076","quote_1_text":"Peoria Nissan found a bad weld at the right front strut tower. The weld failed causing a crack in the frame. As a result the entire frame required replacement. Nissan refuses to offer any warranty other than a one year parts warranty for the frame beyond the original","quote_2_odi":"11742246","quote_2_text":"Unknown, vehicle was purchased from Insurance Auto Auctions with minor front collision damage that occurred in the State of Georgia. Suspension damage was not revealed until vehicle was delivered by a transporter to my home. Upon inspection of the vehicle it was determined that","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2020-transmission-hesitates-shifts-erratically","label":"Transmission hesitates and shifts erratically","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11501324","quote_1_text":"When driving under normal road conditions and slowing down to stop at a light or stop sign the transmission shifts down abruptly to 1st gear and lunges forward like you have been hit in the rear end. Been doing this since new and dealer cannot diagnose or repair the issue. Seems","quote_2_odi":"11639611","quote_2_text":"The issues I'm experiencing with this vehicle is delayed pedal response and a whole slew of transmission problems. There are no codes or check engine lights on. When coming to a stop and the vehicle downshifts you can visibly see the RPMs go up with each down shift and sometimes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-9spd-transmission-shift","label":"9-speed transmission harsh shifting and lurching","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-12-01 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11437446","quote_1_text":"The truck is prone to harsh transmission shifting. It is abrupt and harsh enough when coming to a stop to create a safety issue. If one is not hard on the brakes at the time, the truck will lurch forward with the last downshifts, with the potential to strike pedestrians or","quote_2_odi":"11486742","quote_2_text":"I brought my Nissan Titan HD in for service at Bayou Nissan on July 26 for a Transmission Issue. The truck jerks when downshifting, the jerk can throw you forward with a hard downshift when coming to a stop. This has at times locked my seatbelt and thrown passengers forward","quote_3_odi":"11737220","quote_3_text":"The first was going at a moderate speed, it’s a nine speed transmission. It shifted down into second gear, revving the engine horribly and throwing me forward somewhat. If this had happened at highway speeds it could have locked up the back wheels causing me to loose control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation under bridges","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10-04 → 2023-06-30","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11502402","quote_1_text":"The vehicles automatic emergency braking system falsely triggers under certain conditions. It most commonly occurs when the the vehicle travels under bridges in sunny, clear conditions. Presumably, the vehicle believes that the shadow cast by the bridge is an object when it is","quote_2_odi":"11529728","quote_2_text":"I was traveling on the Interstate at about 50 miles an hour. I went under a bridge and my front crash avoidance sensors malfunctioned and the breaks were applied. My truck completely locked down to a stop and I could not get the truck to move. I in turn was hit in the rear end…","quote_3_odi":"11435402","quote_3_text":"The emergency braking driver assist is panic braking going over railroad tracks. It is \"seeing\" the railroad tracks as a vehicle and emergency braking with no cars around.  The problem is even when slowing to a crawl under 5mph it slams on the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-19 → 2025-06-08","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11631551","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, another vehicle turned in front of their vehicle, causing the contact's front end to hit the other vehicle's passenger side. The air bags failed to deploy. Both vehicles had severe damage to the body of the vehicle. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11665619","quote_2_text":"I own a 2021 Nissan Titan.  I am deeply concerned that I have defective Air Bags. I have had 2 collisions in my vehicle at high rates of speed and none deployed either time. I now fear that this vehicle will not protect me in the unfortunate case of another collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-electrical-fire-smoke","label":"Electrical system smoke and fire events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03-30 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11580199","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled earlier in the day and displayed Service AT. Symptoms included loss of power, fluctuating service lights, but no DTC codes. Shortly after powering off and starting vehicle functioned as intended with slight smoke when activating ac.   Vehicle stalled again later…","quote_2_odi":"11749498","quote_2_text":"I began to hear a noice I can best describe as a beep or squeal like you might hear from an electronic toy with a battery about to die.  I thought the sound was coming from the center console and was trying to identify the source when I observed flames erupt behind the passenger…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment head unit and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08-26 → 2025-08-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11680268","quote_1_text":"The infotainment head unit screen is completely black and unresponsive. The rear backup camera fails to activate when the vehicle is shifted into reverse, eliminating a federally mandated safety feature. During the first failure, the mirror adjustment controls stopped functioning","quote_2_odi":"11604324","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back-up camera display screen appeared distorted, with lines inside the image. The contact stated that the failure created a visibility hazard. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The local dealer was notified of the failure and informed","quote_3_odi":"11430665","quote_3_text":"The infotainment screen has a very bad glare to it. When backing up and the sun hits it you cant even see the display. While driving and the sun hits the screen the glare is so bad that you cant see anything on the display","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Titan","model_slug":"titan","cluster_id":"titan-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Open recall remedy unavailable — parts or software backorder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11-10 → 2025-03-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11506472","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V671000 (Power Train) and 22V457000 (Power Train) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","quote_2_odi":"11749013","quote_2_text":"Dealership signed off on NHTSA Recall 22V671 / Nissan Bulletin NTB22-085 in 2023 as 'reprogramming not needed.' The vehicle's transmission software is currently mismatched/corrupted, causing transmission fault codes. The manufacturer (Nissan Consumer Affairs) and the local…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/titan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2010-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10734598","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN VERSA. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 88,000","quote_2_odi":"10995132","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION FAILED OUT OF THE BLUE AT 150,000 MILES. THIS OCCURRED AS THE CAR WAS TURNING FROM A BUSY ROAD INTO A PARKING LOT AND CREATED A HAZARDOUS SITUATION. THERE WAS NO SLIPPING OR LEAKS TO SPEAK OF BEFOREHAND. THE TECH WHO INSPECTED IT SAID THAT THERE WAS AN INTERNAL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2010-door-trunk-latch-failure","label":"Door handle and trunk latch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11375259","quote_1_text":"THE TRUNK LATCH DOESN'T WANT TO OPEN. I HAVE TO GO INSIDE TO UNLATCH IT","quote_2_odi":"11003493","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN VERSA. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO OPEN THE TRUNK, THE REMOTE FAILED TO OPERATE. THE CONTACT THEN ATTEMPTED TO MANUALLY OPEN THE TRUNK, BUT IT FAILED TO OPEN. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO USE THE KEY, BUT THE LATCH FAILED TO TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_3_odi":"10761982","quote_3_text":"I OPENED MY DRIVERS DOOR, THE HANDLE CAME COMPLETELY OFF. THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT OPEN FROM INSIDE EITHER. IT SOUNDS LIKE IT STILL WORKS BUT NOTHING HAPPENS WHEN YOU TRY TO OPEN IT FROM THE INSIDE. THE KEY WILL NOT OPEN IT, NO OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE, POSSIBLE INTERIOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2010-front-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front suspension coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11241118","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE REAR COIL SPRING BROKE WITHOUT WARNING. CAR WAS IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET. ROAD SURFACE WAS SMOOTH. NO BUMPS, POTHOLES OR RAILROAD TRACKS","quote_2_odi":"10745661","quote_2_text":"DRIVING OVER AN ORDINARY BUMP BROKE SPRING ON PASSENGER FRONT STRUT AT BOTTOM SIDE. CLANGING/RATTLING SOUND IS HEARD OVER BUMPS NOW. I CAN MOVE THE BROKEN PIECE WITH MY HAND","quote_3_odi":"11687491","quote_3_text":"There has been a popping and creaking noise when turning the wheel at low speeds to the left, the passenger side of the car has now dropped and the spring, struts and mounts have to be replaced. The same issue that these make and models were recalled for, yet the vin does not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2010-steering-control-loss","label":"Power steering failure and loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10787245","quote_1_text":"THE POWER STEERING LIGHTS COMES ON AND THE STEERING WHEEL IS HARD TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"10819079","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING SYSTEM FAILURE. COMPUTER CAN'T TALK TO PART AND WILL POWERSTEERING WILL WORK ON AND OFF. THE CAR'S P.S. FAILED, THEN THE MECHANIC STARTED IT, STILL NO P.S., THEN WHEN CAR WAS RESTARTED AGAIN THE POWERSTEERING WORKED FINE. CAR WAS STATIONARY AND WHEN CAR WAS PUT IN","quote_3_odi":"11316108","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST CONTROL EXITING A RIGHT HAND CURVE OF A COUNTY ROAD. THE VEHICLES SPEED AT THE TIME OF THE CRASH IS ESTIMATED AT APPROXIMATELY 55-65 MPH. A POST-CRASH MECHANICAL INSPECTION OF THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETED. THE INSPECTION REVEALED THE SPLINES ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts availability delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":124,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11063455","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NISSAN DEALERSHIP IS BEING EXTREMELY SLOW AT SOLVING THIS PROBLEM. I CAN'T DRIVE MY CAR WHILE THE RECALL IS OPEN, AND THIS IS CAUSING ME HARDSHIP. I WAS PROVIDED WITH A RENTAL CAR, HOWEVER, THEY INSIST IN SELLING ME A NEW CAR AND FORGET ABOUT THIS ISSUE, WHICH","quote_2_odi":"10920139","quote_2_text":"IT HAS BEEN OVER 5 MONTHS SINCE THE RECALL WAS ANNOUNCED. NISSAN DEALER SAYS THAT THEY DO NOT HAVE PARTS. IN THE MEANTIME WE ARE ASKED NOT TO ALLOW ANYONE TO RIDE IN THE FRONT SEAT. THIS IS EXTREMELY INCONVENIENT. ALSO, I DO NOT THINK I CAN EVEN SELL THE CAR BEFORE THIS RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11021834","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-airbag-indicator-horn-failure","label":"Air bag indicator and horn failure post-recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-05 to 2021-06","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10983466","quote_1_text":"JUST DRIVING ONE DAY AND AIRBAG LIGHT COMES ON, FLASHING ON AND OFF. THE DEALER TELLS ME THAT THE SPIRAL CABLE ASSEMBLY, CAUSED FROM PINCHED WIRES IN STEERING COLUMN WENT OUT AND DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG WILL NOT WORK","quote_2_odi":"11113268","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL BOTH AIR BAG LITES WENT ON IN CAR FIRST RECALL PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEALER FIXED LITE STILL ON FOR DRIVERS SIDE ANOTHER RECAL DEALER FIXED INFLATOR LITE STILL ON DRIVERS AIR BAG AND NO HORN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-airbag-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 to 2023-09","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10955672","quote_1_text":"MY HUSBAND WAS EXITING THE INDIANA TOLL ROAD ON THE RAMP TO PAY TOLLS. AS HE WAS DRIVING HIS AIR CONCENTRATOR FELL. WHEN HE REACHED FOR THE CONCENTRATOR HE RAN OFF THE RAMP, HIT A SIGN, THEN BOUNCED BACK HITTING ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11002477","quote_2_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2016, I WAS DRIVING AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR'S STEERING VIOLENTLY PULLED TO THE RIGHT AND WHEN I TRIED TO CORRECT IT, THE CAR THEN TURNED ALL OF THE WAY TO THE LEFT, CAUSING THE CAR TO ROLL OVER SEVERAL TIMES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-01 to 2025-03","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10956269","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT COIL SPRINGS BROKE SHORTLY AFTER 70,000 MILES. AS FAR AS I KNOW, THEY FAILED AT THE TIME I WAS PULLING OUR OF MY DRIVEWAY. THERE WAS A LOUD NOISE AT THE TIME","quote_2_odi":"10968005","quote_2_text":"AT AROUND 72,000 MILES, BOTH FRONT SPRINGS BROKE. AS ONE OF THE ATTACHED PICTURES SHOWS, A VERY SHARP END OF ONE OF THE SPRINGS WAS LESS THAN 2 INCHES AWAY FROM A FRONT TIRE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Door handle and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 to 2025-07","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11677573","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the rear passenger's side door failed to unlock and unlatch as intended. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an unknown local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the door lock actuator","quote_2_odi":"11451738","quote_2_text":"Driver door handle will not open from inside car at times. The exterior handle locking mechanism gets stuck not allowing the door to open from the inside. When this happens, I need to roll down the window to reach outside and jiggle the exterior door handle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-exhaust-flange-weld-failure","label":"Exhaust flange weld failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 to 2019-09","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10872937","quote_1_text":"DUE TO POOR WELDING AT THE FLANGE MY EXHAUST PIPE HAS BECOME SEVERED AT THE FLANGE EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NOT TO MUCH RUST PRESENT. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO EXHAUST NOT GOING OUT THE TAIL PIPE","quote_2_odi":"10881562","quote_2_text":"I HAVE 42000 MILES ON MY CAR, AND ALL OF A SUDDEN YESTERDAY MY MUFFLER STARTED RATTLING AND BEING EXTREMELY LOUD. I PARKED MY CAR AND IT WAS FINE, BUT WHEN I STARTED IT UP TO LEAVE WHERE I WAS IT WAS NOISY - VERY SUDDEN AND UNEXPECTED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-inadvertent-airbag-deployment","label":"Inadvertent air bag deployment without impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-01 to 2026-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11463870","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while at a stop sign, the side curtain air bags deployed inadvertently without warning. The contact was not injured","quote_2_odi":"10947093","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, A BURNING ODOR WAS PRESENT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. MOMENTS LATER, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG ABRUPTLY DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 to 2018-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10991544","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING LIGHT COMES ON AND POWER STEERING IS LOST MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN WHEEL. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES WHILE STARTING THE CAR AND HAS HAPPENED TWICE WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10884742","quote_2_text":"THE POWER STEERING LIGHT ON MY 2011 VERSA OCCASIONALLY GOES ON AND THE POWER STEERING GOES OUT. I SHUT THE CAR OFF AND THEN THE PROBLEM SEEMS TO GO AWAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED MAYBE 3-4 TIMES IN THE PAST 4 MONTHS?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2011-takata-airbag-parts-wait","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2016-07 to 2018-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11098697","quote_1_text":"NHTSA RECALL 17V-449 MY LOCAL NISSAN DEALER HAS NOT REPLACED MY DRIVERS SIDE AIR BAG. I HAVE BEEN ON A WAITING LIST FOR 6 MONTHS!!!!","quote_2_odi":"10946507","quote_2_text":"TAMARA RECALL I HAVE BEEN CALLING THE DEALER EVERY MONTH FOR 4 MONTHS, THEY KEEP SAYING PARTS ARE NOT IN. THEY SAID NOW PARTS WON'T BE IN TILL APRIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2012-airbag-warning-light-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":486,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11045926","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF HIS VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED ARM, SHOULDER, AND BACK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11081931","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG WERE REPLACED BUT THE AIRBAG LIGHT STILL IS BLINKING WHICH COULD CAUSE THE AIRBAG TO EXPLODE.THIS LIGHT HAS BEEN BLINKING FOR OVER 6 YEARS... SHOULD BE UNDER WARRANTY AND FIXED.. THIS APPARENTLY IS A PROBLEM WITH THE WIRING HARNESS IN THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11365167","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT AIRBAG IS NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. BECAUSE OF THE STEERING I ALMOST HAD AN ACCIDENT, MY WHEEL DIDN'T WANT TO TURN. THE BRAKES ALWAYS MAKE NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2012-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission jerking, slipping, or failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":486,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11693228","quote_1_text":"The transmission failed on the highway making the car serging violently from high to low speeds and then to nothing","quote_2_odi":"11518694","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was jerking while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the RPM was revving. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11460892","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving approximately 20-70 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the transmission started slipping. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2012-front-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":486,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11231286","quote_1_text":"BOTH FRONT COIL SPRINGS SNAPPED WHILE BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED FOR 1 WEEK. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS EXACT PROBLEM.(RECALL #15V573000) THIS RECALL WAS EXPANDED IN 2017 (RECALL # 17V637000)","quote_2_odi":"11152839","quote_2_text":"NHTSA RECALL 17V-637 - HAS ALREADY BEEN ISSUED FOR THIS EXACT ISSUE. MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING THIS CAR IN THE SNOW IN WILKES-BARRE, PA AND MADE A RIGHT HAND TURN IN A RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOOD (APPROX 15 MPH), FELT A JOLT ON THE RIGHT SIDE FRONT WHEEL, THEN THE STEERING BECAME","quote_3_odi":"11100412","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE MADE AN ABNORMAL THUMPING NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JEFF WYLER KINGS NISSAN (401 MILFORD PKWY \"A\", MILFORD, OH 45150) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE COIL SPRINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2012,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":486,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11463640","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Versa. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number 17V449000 (Air Bags) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local dealer and manufacturer were not contacted","quote_2_odi":"11372788","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A RECALL REGARDING MY AIRBAGS #B2TP-3VL AND NISSAN REFUSES TO PROVIDE ME WITH A LOANER VEHICLE. MY RECALL NOTICE SAYS THAT THEY HAVE TO PROVIDE ME WITH A LOANER VEHICLE. ITALKED TO THE DEALER AND TO THE NISSAN CORPORATE OFFICE AND NOBODY WILL HELP","quote_3_odi":"11041028","quote_3_text":"TAMARA RECALL. I CALLED DON WILLIAMSON NISSAN HERE IN JACKSONVILLE NC 28540.THE GUYS SAID THERE IS A RECALL BUT I WILL HAVE TO WAIT TILL I GET A SECOND NOTICE NEXT YEAR IN APRIL 2018 TO SEE WHEN IT WILL BE ABLE TO BE FIXED. BECAUSE THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2013-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11164221","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SLID ON ICE AND CRASHED INTO A TELEPHONE POLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER RECEIVED A MILD CONCUSSION AFTER HER FACE STRUCK THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"11044536","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A JOHN DEERE TRACTOR AND A LAMP POST. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"11096486","quote_3_text":"NISSAN VERSA WAS STOPPING NORMALLY TO MAKE A LEFT TURN. AS AUTO CAME TO A COMPLETE NORMAL STOP AND BRAKE PEDAL FULLY DEPRESSED AUTO VIOLENTLY LUNGED FORWARD DEPLOYING BOTH FRONTAL AIR BAGS. SAME VIOLENT TYPE OF STOPPING OCCURRED TWO WEEKS PRIOR ALSO BUT NO DEPLOYMENT AT THAT TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2013-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss of stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11536938","quote_1_text":"For ten days my car suddenly loses 90% or more braking power—after moving at above 40 miles per hour for five minutes or more. Incredibly dangerous and no war I g lights and hard to diagnose. We are replacing master cylinder as they were investigated on this year and model","quote_2_odi":"11121698","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKES LOST POWER AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO CONTROL THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A PARKED VEHICLE. VARIOUS WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10928531","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT WAS RENDERED UNCONSCIOUS FROM THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission hesitation, stalling, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11584732","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined","quote_2_odi":"11546033","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, the check engine warning light was no longer illuminated. The mechanic performed an oil change. Several weeks later","quote_3_odi":"11473797","quote_3_text":"Since the car had 72,000 the transmission started to lurch forward while coming to a stop. This lurch has pushed me out into traffic on at least 5 times. As you come to a stop, and you think you are stopping it lunges forward placing others at serious risk","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2013-speed-control-stall","label":"Stalling and loss of acceleration power","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10980392","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE THROTTLE BODY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10790759","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO A BUILDING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR INJURIES TO THE NECK CAUSING STIFFNESS. MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10606783","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND THE FLOOR MAT GOT STUCK ON THE GAS PEDAL AND WAS PRESSING IT DOWN WHEN I WAS TRYING TO SLOW DOWN. I MUST MENTION THESE WERE NOT OEM MATS, BUT SIMILAR TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2013,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2013-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and loss of steering control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":204,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10509238","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO WANDER OUT OF THE LANE INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER TWO TIMES FOR INSPECTION. THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A PROBLEM AND INFORMED THAT BOTH FRONT AND REAR","quote_2_odi":"10855241","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO MANEUVER WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11300594","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND WHEN ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE WAIVES TO THE RIGHT AND SINCE THE STEERING WHEEL IS HELD STRAIGHT THE CAR COMES BACK INTO THE LANE. THIS HAPPENS AT SPEEDS 30+ AND SPECIALLY 60+","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11717694","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was involved in a frontal impact crash, passenger side airbag popped out of the dashboard, but did not inflate, causing significant injury to the passenger of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11526349","quote_2_text":"I was the driver, and was tbone by someone on passenger side. My speed was 33mph, none of my airbag went off","quote_3_odi":"11150830","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON DASH BLINKS, NO RECALL IS SHOWING FOR MY VEHICLE VIN. AIRBAG HAS NEVER BEEN DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-cvt-judder","label":"CVT transmission judder and failure to accelerate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":107,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643169","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission slip and judder. Upon full stop, only drives after turning ignition off and on again. Getting stuck at traffic light stop and holding up the traffic for 30 seconds every stop is a safety concern for myself and others","quote_2_odi":"11524931","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that after reversing out of a parking space, while attempting to shift into drive(D), the contact discovered that the transmission failed to shift into drive(D)","quote_3_odi":"11113636","quote_3_text":"MY 2014 NISSAN VERSA CVT TRANSMISSION IS HESITATING, FAILING TO ACCELERATE, AND ACTING ERRATICALLY. THIS IS CAUSING UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall with loss of power steering and brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11642704","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine unexpectedly shut off with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11404577","quote_2_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, AND NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED LOSING POWER AND STEERING. THE VEHICLE THEN SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11191984","quote_3_text":"ON THE MORNING OF MARCH 4TH 2019, AFTER EXISTING THE EXPRESS WAY MY VEHICLE SEEMED TO SLOW DESPITE BEING ON THE ACCELERATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11641341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the power steering warning light intermittently illuminated and experienced a loss of power steering assist. The failure had occurred twice","quote_2_odi":"11375761","quote_2_text":"NEVER HAD ISSUES UNTIL NOW BUT I'VE BEEN RANDOMLY HAVING ISSUES WITH MY POWER STEERING LOCKING UP ON ME. IT'S A REAL DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE ONE MINUTE IT'S NORMAL AND DRIVABLE","quote_3_odi":"11246020","quote_3_text":"FIRST TIME VEHICLE HAD JUST STARTED AND STEERING AND BRAKES WERE LOCKED. CAR WAS SHUT DOWN AND STARTED AGAIN AND IT WAS OK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-water-intrusion-short","label":"Water intrusion causing electrical short","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11598579","quote_1_text":"Over the past 4 years I have delt with my 2014 Nissan Versa Note SV constantly stalling in the middle of the road. I have replaced the transmission, TCM, and brake light wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11529778","quote_2_text":"2014 hatchback nissan versa note Water leak to passenger side front and back cowl plug clog cannot get at to clean. window not work& other electric issues could follow","quote_3_odi":"11436564","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light and the brake warning light illuminated. The contact also stated she noticed water underneath the front passenger’s seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2014-wheel-bearing-suspension","label":"Wheel bearing and suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":337,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718233","quote_1_text":"We have had this car since 2017 and in that time the bearings have had to be replaced 3 times and about to be a 4th. Considering that your tire can come completely off while driving shouldn’t this be a recall?","quote_2_odi":"11759129","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds, failed to accelerate while turning, and shuddered abnormally","quote_3_odi":"11062539","quote_3_text":"HAD TO REPLACE REAR HUB SPINDLE , WAS DEFECTIVE THOUGHT IT WAS A BRAKE PROBLEM. BROUGHT IT TO NISSAN A FEW TIMES THEY REPLACE BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-accelerator-pedal-entrapment","label":"Accelerator pedal entrapment and unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10723544","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE CONTACT'S SHOE OCCASIONALLY BECAME STUCK ON A SECTION OF PLASTIC TRIM LOCATED NEAR THE PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"10722198","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT PURCHASED THE VEHICLE 35 DAYS AGO. WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE VARIOUS SPEEDS OVER THE NEXT FEW DAYS, THE CONTACT REALIZED THAT HIS FOOT WAS GETTING STUCK ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"10935689","quote_3_text":"2015 NISSAN VERSA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNPROFESSIONAL SERVICE AT DEALERSHIP WITH RECALL NOTICE 15V-507 ISSUES. *SMD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11010436","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AFTER LARGE TRUCK REAR ENDED 2015' NISSAN VERSA KNOCKING AUTO VERY HARD INTO CAR IN FRONT OF IT A STOP LIGHT CAUSING SEVERE INJURY","quote_2_odi":"10968365","quote_2_text":"THE AUTOMOBILE WAS HIT VERY HARD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR CAVED IN ALMOST TO THE STEERING WHEEL. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS EXPECTED","quote_3_odi":"11154678","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK A DEER RAN IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AND AT 62 MPH ON A HIGHWAY MY CAR COLLIDED WITH A DEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11339774","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT CONTINUALLY FLASHES WHEN CAR IS TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING. DOES NOT TURN OF WITH KEY RESET","quote_2_odi":"10747968","quote_2_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG INDICATOR LIGHTS UP WHEN FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS OCCUPIED BY AN ADULT, WHICH INDICATES THAT THE FRONT ADULT PASSENGER IS NOT PROTECTED BY THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG WHILE TRAVELING ON STREETS AND HIGHWAYS AT NORMAL SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11048252","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT GOES ON SOMETIMES WHEN PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT. IT SHOULD BE OFF INDICATES PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal loses pressure and travels to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11195770","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, NOTICED MOSTLY AFTER EXITING THE HIGHWAY, THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL BE SPONGY. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY AND CANNOT BE PREDICTED IN ADVANCE","quote_2_odi":"10639444","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 5 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES, THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_3_odi":"10759852","quote_3_text":"WHEN SLOWING TO STOP FOR A RED LIGHT, THE BRAKES LOST PRESSURE AND WENT TO THE FLOOR. THE VEHICLE STRUCK THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT, CAUSING THAT CAR TO HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11550905","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission has only 80k miles and is changing gears for no reason up and down at all speeds and won’t drive safely. Rpm’s increase and randomly gear kicks in and hits very hard and then stops working","quote_2_odi":"11421780","quote_2_text":"The CVT transmission has gone bad on this vehicle, while on vacation the car started sputtering and shut off at a stop light","quote_3_odi":"11311791","quote_3_text":"FEB. 10TH 2020 CVT TRANSMISSION STARTED SHUDDERING AND THEN BROKE DOWN IN VALDOSTA GEORIGA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-hood-latch-release","label":"Hood latch releases while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11426873","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the hood latch inadvertently released, causing the hood to slam into the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11204682","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE HOOD SUDDENLY UNLATCHED AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11696296","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway and my hood came up and hit my windshield. The windshield was cracked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss and PS warning light","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11715927","quote_1_text":"The PS warning light has been coming on intermittently. The power steering goes out and the vehicle is hard to steer","quote_2_odi":"11080227","quote_2_text":"THE POWER STEERING ON MY CAR STOPPED WORKING OUT OF NO WHERE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I COULDN'T TURN AND ALMOST CRASHED WHILE GOING AROUND A BEND","quote_3_odi":"11033262","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-ac-evaporator-core-failure","label":"Air conditioning evaporator core failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11675682","quote_1_text":"I own a 2016 Nissan Versa, and the air conditioning system has completely failed due to what I’ve been told is an evaporator core issue","quote_2_odi":"11675744","quote_2_text":"A critical safety concern arising from the evaporator core defect in the Nissan Versa relates to the vehicle’s inability to properly control interior humidity and prevent window fogging during rainy conditions","quote_3_odi":"11427245","quote_3_text":"My vehicle stops running whenever I turn on heater or A/C. When either is turned on, dashboard lights up with four or five other lights like battery, P/S, Brake, Temp, and other","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11310213","quote_1_text":"LOST CONSCIOUSNESS DUE TO PREVIOUSLY UNDIAGNOSED MEDICAL ISSUE, CAR WAS IN 2ND GEAR AND HIT TELEPHONE POLE. CAR WAS TOTALED AND I WAS INJURED FROM THE IMPACT, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11155510","quote_2_text":"I WAS HIT FROM BEHIND IN A CRASH AND WAS KNOCKED INTO A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. SUFFERED MILD HEAD INJURY. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE INJURY COULD HAVE BEEN WORST. *JB","quote_3_odi":"10924072","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE THAT RAN THROUGH A RED LIGHT. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illuminated without deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11756807","quote_1_text":"In July 2024 my airbag light came for no apparent reason. I took it to Nissan Service-they got it off with no guarantee it would stay off and said the airbag would have to be replaced if it came on again","quote_2_odi":"11677593","quote_2_text":"The airbag warning light has come on and is flashing.Brought it in twice for it was in diagnosis mode the first time. History mode second time and two days later it is on again and flashing that is three times in one month! Nissan needs to have this problem fixed!","quote_3_odi":"11449353","quote_3_text":"Just got the car from someone, and the air bag light comes up and stays on all the time the engine starts, trying all the ways to reset the light and not working, I found online that many same car owners has the same problem and there is no recall from the manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Service brake failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11048696","quote_1_text":"THE NISSAN VERSA 2016 HAS A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM. I WAS IN MOTION DRIVING WITH ONGOING TRAFFIC I SAW THE TRAFFIC STOPPED I PRESSED THE BRAKES AND KEPT PRESSING BRAKES AND THE CAR DID NOT STOP","quote_2_odi":"10980974","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A TWO WAY STREET TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES AN HOUR THE BRAKES WERE PRESSED AND THEN PUMPED AND DID NOT STOP THE VEHICLE. THE NISSAN SLAMMED INTO THE BACK OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11282408","quote_3_text":"WHEN I DRIVE IN THE WINTER TIME AND APPLY THE BRAKES ON A SLIPPERY ROAD THE CAR DOESN'T WANT TO STOP NO MATTER HOW MANY TIMES I TRY TO USE THE BRAKES. INSTEAD, THE BRAKES POP AND CLICK UNTIL MY CAR SLOWS DOWN ON ITS OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure with stalling and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11723320","quote_1_text":"While merging onto [XXX] toward [XXX] , my 2016 Nissan Versa suffered a total loss of power while crossing active railroad tracks. The car stuttered and jerked before completely stalling and stopped responding","quote_2_odi":"11649023","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed","quote_3_odi":"11337551","quote_3_text":"CAR BOGGING DOWN WON'T ACCELERATE WHEN NEEDED JERKING AROUND NISSAN HAD A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT AGAINST THEM FOR THIS AND IS REFUSING TO FIX THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2016-tire-tread-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11267677","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN NPRZ AH5 TIRES, SIZE: 185/65R15 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION FROM THE BELT","quote_2_odi":"11316996","quote_2_text":"1) I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY US 35 GOING WEST BOUND WHERE MY REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OUT RIGHT BEFORE THE 75 OVERPASS. 2) PASSENGER REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. A 2 INCH ABRASION ON THE SIDE WALL. 3) I BOUGHT A NEW TIRE AND REPAIRED MY RIM","quote_3_odi":"10861974","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA EQUIPPED WITH BRIDGESTONE, TIRE LINE: ECOPIA, AND TIRE SIZE: 195/55R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A BUBBLE ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11727553","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was involved in a side impact collision at a high rate of speed. The vehicle was deemed a total loss after the accident, as the side impact was the drivers side door and wheel well. The air bags never deployed, despite the high rate of speed and the entire front","quote_2_odi":"11399182","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE SUN'S GLARE BLINDED HER EYES WHICH CAUSED HER TO HIT THE ROAD RAILINGS AND BARRIERS. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED SIDEWAYS AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT'S CHEST HIT THE","quote_3_odi":"11104515","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT WAS UNCONSCIOUS AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO THE HOSPITAL BY AMBULANCE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11307222","quote_1_text":"AIR BAG ALERT SIGNAL WILL NOT GO OFF. SEAT BELT LIGHT INDICATOR WILL NOT GO OUT","quote_2_odi":"11048570","quote_2_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON AND OFF","quote_3_odi":"11100748","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT IS LIT AND BLINKING WILL NOT GO OUT. TIRES HAVE MADE THE CAR SHAKE SINCE DAY ONE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and premature pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11423880","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the braking system malfunctioned while depressing the brake pedal and the vehicle did not immediately stop, nearly causing the vehicle to crash. The cause of the failure was not yet","quote_2_odi":"11196625","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY 2017 NISSAN VERSA IN JULY OF 2017, WITH 10 MILES ON IT AND THAT WAS THE 10 MILES THAT I PUT ON IT DURING THE TEST DRIVE. MARCH OF 2019 MY BRAKES START TO MAKE THIS HIGH PITCH SOUND WHEN I BREAK. MY CAR DOES NOT HAVE 28,000 MILES ON IT YET. TOOK IT TO MIDAS","quote_3_odi":"11182486","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, AN ONCOMING VEHICLE CUT ACROSS IN FRONT OF HER VEHICLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO OPERATE AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A SIGN POST, RAN OFF OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-cowl-drain-water-leak","label":"Cowl drain water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11663122","quote_1_text":"Car was purchased September 2024 for my grandson. This car was garaged until mid-March when my grandson received his driver's license. End of March 2025, car was in the dealership for service and a complimentary multipoint inspection was done. On May 14, 2025, my grandson was","quote_2_odi":"11600998","quote_2_text":"These vehicles have a cowl drain located on the passenger side under the wiper blades. The drain is really small so it clogs easily. When there are heavy rains, my car floods. It has happened on several occasions, including Monday 7/8/2024. It happened while driving in June","quote_3_odi":"11435550","quote_3_text":"When it rains, water flows through the filter cabin water to collect below the windshield and, when the collected water doesn't drain, it flows into the car on the front passenger side floor. The water trough runs under the windshield wipers runs from one side of the car to the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and shift hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11557873","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the transmission downshifted, and the vehicle decelerated to 5 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to pull to the side of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to the","quote_2_odi":"11497292","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed 2x within 6 months extended warranty was 5k miles past 130k max mileage coverage 2nd transmission went out going 20 mph and revved up to 25mph and transmission failed. 1st time it went out I was in Cleveland on a busy road making a turn and transmission went","quote_3_odi":"11438681","quote_3_text":"On Oct 29, 2021 at 4:30pm I got into my car and had no gears. The car went into drive but the car would not shift into gear. The drivetran would not engage for any gear even if shifted to the gear. The car shifted gears and drove without issue this morning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Power door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11554701","quote_1_text":"Passenger door lock/unlocked, not working. Buzz noise when operating key fob; actuator malfunction. Can't open door manually","quote_2_odi":"11533514","quote_2_text":"When door assembly went out the door was stuck in the locked position the drivers door couldn’t be opened from inside or outside with or without the key. even if you manually opened the lock from the inside you couldn’t get out","quote_3_odi":"11418816","quote_3_text":"The driver side door lock was frozen and would not open with the use of electrical button inside of car, the remote, or manually with key outside of the car. I was trapped inside of the car and could not get out of the car through the driver's side door and had to climb out of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2017-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11061387","quote_1_text":"2017-12-20 I WENT TO NISSAN SUNNYVALE WHERE I PURCHASED FOR RECALL SERVICE (PM662 / 16V-724). THEY SAID IT WILL BE DONE SAME DAY WITH OIL CHANGE. BUT END OF THE DAY, THEY SAID THEY JUST CHECK THE CAR AND ORDER PARTS. RECALL SERVICE NEED TO WAIT FOR PARTS COME IN. THEY SAID IT","quote_2_odi":"11040943","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - NISSAN DEALER IN GLENDALE HEIGHTS, IL HAS REPEATEDLY STATED THAT THEY WILL CALL ME WHEN THE PART/S HAVE ARRIVED. IT HAS BEEN OVER SIX MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash impacts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11447189","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that she had collided with a deer that entered the roadway at 60 MPH. The airbags failed to deploy upon impact. The contact sustained sourness to her neck, back, and both shoulders but did not seek medical attention. The","quote_2_odi":"11256191","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS T-BONED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 55 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS IN AND OUT OF CONSCIOUSNESS AFTER THE CRASH AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO A LOCAL","quote_3_odi":"11152030","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT STRUCK A DEER ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY UPON IMPACT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG DEPLOYED AFTER THE CRASH WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11710587","quote_1_text":"Out of nowhere my airbag light start blinking, I ran the code and got a P2096 which apparently is not related to the airbag I took it to Firestone to get it checked out and they told me they cannot do anything about the airbag light I would have to go to my dealership for help","quote_2_odi":"11444280","quote_2_text":"I bought this new vehicle and I am the first owner. Two months ago, the airbag light is on and the system said the front passenger seat airbag is disabled even though my wife is siting on the front passenger seat. It seems that the airbag system cannot detect someone is siting","quote_3_odi":"11366452","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT LIGHT CAME ON. TOKE IT TO GET CHECKED THE FIRST TIME WAS TOLD OLD CODES CAME UP BUT EVERYTHING LOOK GOOD THAT IF THE LIGHT CAME BACK ON I WOULD HAVE TO TAKE TO A NISSAN DEALERSHIP. ONE HOUR LATER LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN. TOOK TO A NISSAN DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-backup-camera-absent","label":"Backup camera absent on base trim levels","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11143082","quote_1_text":"MY 2018 NISSAN VERSA SV DOES NOT HAVE A BACKUP CAMERA. IS THIS SUPPOSED TO BE UPGRADED BY THE DEALER OR MANUFACTURER? ALSO IT HAS A MECHANICAL KEY SYSTEM WHICH I READ WAS GOING TO BE RECALLED ON OCT 19, 2018 DUE TO POSSIBLE FAILURE OF THE MECHANICAL KEY SYSTEM, IS IT TRUE THERE","quote_2_odi":"11057509","quote_2_text":"BACKUP CAMERA IS NOT STANDARD IN THIS VEHICLE. YOU HAVE TO GO TO THE HIGHEST TRIM LEVEL TO GET ONE. THIS IS AGAINST THE 2018 REGULATIONS","quote_3_odi":"11057510","quote_3_text":"ON NISSAN MOTORS USA WEBSITE, THE LOWER TRIMS LEVELS OF THE VERSA SEDAN DO NOT INCLUDE BACKUP CAMERAS! WASN'T THAT MADE MANDATORY!?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-brake-pedal-resistance","label":"Brake pedal resistance and diminished stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11638626","quote_1_text":"I pulled up to a stoplight that was on a hill and tried to put on the brake. The brake pedal was highly resistant and wouldn’t let me push down fully. At that moment, all of the warning lights on the dashboard turned on. When the light turned green, I tried to hit the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"11444958","quote_2_text":"1) When at red light with car in drive and brake pedal pressed the car occasionally begins to roll forward and then the brakes suddenly depress even more. 2) All brake lights intermittently go out and if hit will come back on for an unknown time until u realize they're not","quote_3_odi":"11280541","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS DIFFICULTY SLOWING DOWN WHILE DRIVING. AND BRAKES SEEM NOT TO STOP THE CAR (WEAKENED BRAKE PADS) IT FELT LIKE I WAS LOSING CONTROL OF THE CAR. ALSO THE CAR WOULD LOOSE POWER WHEN STATIONARY AT STOP LIGHTS. THIS COULD BE VERY DANGEROUS IF THIS OCCURRED ON A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Unexpected engine stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11723880","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving approximately 4 MPH, the vehicle was shaking violently. There were no warning lights illuminated. When the heater was activated, there was a loud clanking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was","quote_2_odi":"11629880","quote_2_text":"While driving the car just shuts off and I have to stop the car turn the ignition off and then back on, this has happened multiple times and the dealer said there are no recalls on rhus vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11121096","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WILL TURN OFF COMPLETELY WHILE I'M DRIVING. IT IS VERY UNSAFE, I PURCHASED THE CAR NEW AND DON'T KNOW WHY IT'S HAPPENING. HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-steering-lockup-ignition","label":"Steering lock-up and ignition switch failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11253042","quote_1_text":"I WAS SITTING STATIONARY AT A STOP LIGHT IN TRAFFIC ON A CITY STREET AND MY BRAKE LIGHT, BATTERY LIGHT, AND OIL LIGHT CAME ON AND I IMMEDIATELY LOST POWER STEERING. I HAD TO GUIDE MY VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD AND HAD IT TOWED TO NISSAN SOUTH MORROW FOR SERVICE. I HAD ALSO HAD SOME","quote_2_odi":"11207748","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED WHEN STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND IGNITION SWITCH WOULDN'T MOVE","quote_3_odi":"11140381","quote_3_text":"WE HAD LEASED THIS VEHICLE FROM HERTZ EARLIER IN THE DAY. THAT EVENING, I WAS DRIVING DOWN A HILL AND THE VEHICLE'S STEERING SYSTEM HAD SUDDENLY LOCKED UP. I WAS NOT ABLE TO STEER AND DROVE INTO A TREE AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. MY PASSENGER AND I BOTH SUFFERED SIGNIFICANT BODILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-transmission-shudder-stall","label":"Transmission shudder, slipping, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11685820","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the express way in rush hour traffic, and my car started to judder and rpm were reving high.i tried to accelerate and the car just stop in mid traffic, I had to have the car towed home,and from home to the nissan dealership. They told me that my transmission had","quote_2_odi":"11485279","quote_2_text":"My Versa appears to have the same transmission issues as other Nissan vehicles where it has a harsh downshift slow speed shutter and bump when when coming to a complete stop vehicle has loud wine coming from transmission and has a slipping feeling under hard acceleration Nissan","quote_3_odi":"11175890","quote_3_text":"I HAD ONLY HAD MY CAR FOR A COUPLE OF WEEKS, WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOING ABOUT 40 MPH, AND IT COMPLETELY STALLED OUT ON ME. I WAS ABLE TO GUIDE IT TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TO MY ASTONISHMENT, IT TURNED OUT TO BE MY TRANSMISSION. THE NISSAN DEALERSHIP TOLD ME THEY HAD TO PUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2018,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2018-water-intrusion-dashboard","label":"Water intrusion behind the dashboard","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11423125","quote_1_text":"On May 29th, there was a really heavy down pour of rain. The next day when I got into my car, it was flooded. It rained for the next 3-4 days. I could hear water sloshing around inside the car frame. Water gushed into the passenger floor board from behind the dashboard. By the","quote_2_odi":"11331120","quote_2_text":"THERE ARE SERIOUS DESIGN FLAWS ON THE 2018 NISSAN VERSA THAT ALLOW WATER (I.E RAIN) TO COLLECT BELOW THE WINDSHIELD AND WHEN THE COLLECTED WATER DOESN'T DRAIN IT FLOODS THE CAR ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THERE IS A WATER GUTTER UNDER THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS THAT RUNS FROM EACH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2019-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failing to stop or slow the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11435386","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while his wife was making a stop at the stop light, the brake pedal was depressed and went all the way to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11390513","quote_2_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING ON MINOR ICY OR SNOWY ROADS (NOT EXTREMELY SLICK) WHEN I DEPRESS THE BRAKES THE CAR DOES NOT STOP OR SLOW","quote_3_odi":"11535985","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that when the brake pedal was depressed and the turning signals were activated, the vehicle felt as if the transmission had improperly shifted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2019-crash-airbag-loss-of-control","label":"Loss of vehicle control resulting in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11360644","quote_1_text":"I HAD AN ACCIDENT IN THE CAR. BECAUSE OF TIRES AND AIRBAG NOT DEPLOYING. I WAS NOT INJURED BUT THE CAR IS A TOTAL LOSS","quote_2_odi":"11269045","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2019 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE INTO THE WOODS, AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","quote_3_odi":"11259121","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, A LOUD THUMPING NOISE WAS HEARD UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2019-cvt-transmission-hesitation","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and jerking during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11539065","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmissions on these versa’s are extremely wonky and very jerky. The transmission causes extremely slow acceleration, Nissan has had a really bad track record with their CVT transmissions and it appears to be the same issue with this vehicle as well","quote_2_odi":"11502535","quote_2_text":"2019 Nissan Versa sedan has a transmission issue where you stop and immediately or within up to 3 seconds, there is a clunk. The engine is jumps forward, causing the engine to rock","quote_3_odi":"11704906","quote_3_text":"When accelerating from a stop vehicle shutters/perks hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2019-electrical-power-loss","label":"Intermittent electrical power loss and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11571667","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn with the turn signal activated, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power","quote_2_odi":"11546192","quote_2_text":"While my car is in Drive, every so often the car will die and cut out power steering and the brake light will go on. The check engine light is on but the code is not reading properly","quote_3_odi":"11390620","quote_3_text":"AUGUST OF 2020, WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED BETWEEN GEAR 4/5, ALL OF MY ELECTRIC WAS LOST(TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY, INTERIOR/DASH LIGHTS) ABOUT 2 SECONDS LATER ALL LIGHTS RETURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2019,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2019-odometer-mileage-discrepancy","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at time of purchase","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11725572","quote_1_text":"The contact purchased a 2019 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that after driving and parking the vehicle at the residence, an independent mechanic discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy","quote_2_odi":"11725592","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud: The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that the vehicle jolted while driving. The contact stated that the check engine warning light had been tampered with","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2020-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Air bag deployment and non-deployment failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11690494","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving 25-30 MPH, another vehicle ran the stop sign and crashed into the front driver's side of the vehicle, and the entire front end of the vehicle was impacted and was significantly damaged","quote_2_odi":"11621552","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while her husband was driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle in front abruptly stopped causing the contact to depress the brake pedal in order to avoid rear-ending the vehicle in front","quote_3_odi":"11456328","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HER 2020 NISSAN VERSA SR BACK FROM A DOCTORS APPOINTMENT AT 3:30 PM ON 14 FEB 2022 TRAVELING ABOUT 25 MPH THRU RESIDENTIAL AREA WHEN BOTH SIDE AIR BAGS EXPLODED AND TOTALLY ENCAPSULATING HER SO SHE COULD NOT BREATH NOR MOVE TO STEER THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2020-cvt-transmission-shudder","label":"CVT transmission shudder, slipping, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11720001","quote_1_text":"I noticed that the car started slightly jerking. I couldn’t figure out what was going wrong and neither could anybody else eventually at around 100,000 miles I took it into another mechanic and he found the problem. The transmission is slipping and it is completely ruined","quote_2_odi":"11709576","quote_2_text":"Recently out 2020 Nissan Versa started \"Shuddering\" when accelerating at low speeds. I took it to the Nissan Dealership and they quoted me $7,000 saying the transmission had to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11375800","quote_3_text":"ALREADY HAVING TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS. CAR JERKS AND SLOWS ME DOW AND THE STEERING HAS GOTTEN ALMOST UNMANAGEABLE IN LESS THAN 200 MILES. THE WHEELS ALREADY NEED ALIGNMENT AND I'VE HIT NO CURBS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2020-p0101-acceleration-loss","label":"Loss of acceleration with engine malfunction light","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11743399","quote_1_text":"I am constantly getting a malfunction for P0101 despite changing my air flow system. It creates acceleration problems everytime","quote_2_odi":"11681003","quote_2_text":"Car runs rough at idle and has difficulty accelerating. Check engine lights comes on intermittently. CODE p0101 points at MAF sensor. Replaced multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11697255","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a chronic and dangerous defect in my 2020 Nissan Versa that results in an unpredictable, sudden, and complete loss of acceleration (motive power) while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2020-suspension-component-wear","label":"Suspension spring and control arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11751799","quote_1_text":"Driving home heard loud metallic sounding”pop” sound at entering driveway in reverse. Found broken spring piece in driveway","quote_2_odi":"11668222","quote_2_text":"I first got it fixed myself with new control arm in the front because the car was favoring the the passenger side and wheels would get locked we got it fixed form the dealership first then the bolts came off three weeks later the tire got dislodged we had it fixed again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2020,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"nissan-versa-2020-unintended-aeb-activation","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11454168","quote_1_text":"Recently, my Nissan has started having many problems with several of the collision/emergency sensors on the vehicle. It will happen randomly, in any sort of weather, and the sensor warnings will stay on for different amounts of time during each incident","quote_2_odi":"11469063","quote_2_text":"while in reverse the automatic braking system locked up. There was nothing behind me or in my camera visually. Then I went to pull forward, the panel lights lit up, and, crash lights front can't up and the radar front light","quote_3_odi":"11623001","quote_3_text":"After the car in front of me turned onto a side street, the Forward Collision Warning system alarmed and then the Automatic Emergency Braking slowed my car. I was following at a sufficient distance that I was at no risk of hitting the car in front of me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Engine acceleration cutoff and gear hesitation under 35 mph","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11611743","quote_1_text":"Driving down the road, the car enters a phase where you can not accelerate at all. It seems like the fuel injectors are cut off by 90% and you can only accelerate to about 35 mph. It stalls often and feels as if it's struggling to switch gears. It only has 68k miles on it with…","quote_2_odi":"11577226","quote_2_text":"Driving down the road, the car enters a phase where you can not accelerate at all. It seems like the fuel injectors are cut off by 90% and you can only accelerate to about 35 mph. Although this has happened the whole life of the car 26,000 miles, today I was fed up with it and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-aebs-brake-lockup","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation and brake lockup","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11545075","quote_1_text":"20 miles down the road the Car brakes locked up the car skid  a bit jerking driver and passenger forward. The driver stopped the car. A warning sign was on the dashboard showing a yellow square in front of a car and above two cars colliding.  Monday I called the Nissan…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11466320","quote_1_text":"Driving vehicle about 60-65 mph when collision with another vehicle occurred resulting in moderate front end damage to almost all of front bumper with no airbag deployment and put driver in danger due to speed and mechanism of collision which seems to be a malfunction in safety…","quote_2_odi":"11492174","quote_2_text":"Driver lost control of vehicle and slid along fence to hit a tree stump.   Driver airbags went off in time and driver was unscathed.  Passenger remembers seeing tree hit car (vision was not obscured by deployed airbag).  Passenger was seriously injured and needed airlift to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-cvt-power-loss","label":"CVT transmission loss of drive and acceleration failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11719379","quote_1_text":"Cvt Transmission failed   While driving transmission popped and no forward drive leaving us in traffic unable to move in forward. Had to get out and push the car to the side of the road. No warning lights no warning signs. Just immediate loss of forward drive. Engine revs up but…","quote_2_odi":"11740221","quote_2_text":"On May 9, 2026 I was driving to work when my car experienced acceleration failure. It had 80,600 miles on it. When the acceleration failed, I was in the process of making a left turn and came very close to being hit by oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11689040","quote_3_text":"Need to put in complaint the CVT transmissions has been doing a lot of whining and jerky. Spoke to the dealership they stated had no idea what it was. Started to investigate and found out there were recalls in the 2012 to 2015 CVT transmissions on Nissans and there is pending…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-fuel-gauge-inaccuracy","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate reading after fill-up","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11461272","quote_1_text":"After filling my tank, and driving less than 5 miles, it's at 1/4 full or below. Last fill up @145.3 miles: days later @ 145.3 miles 1/4","quote_2_odi":"11552115","quote_2_text":"First the furl gage reads the wrong amount I filled up and the gauge never changed. The radio which is a known problem cuts in and out or just stops working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-rear-visibility-tint","label":"Rear windshield tint distortion during night driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11443081","quote_1_text":"New car purchased 10/19/2021. Did not test drive at night. When I drove it the next night there is severe rear windshield refraction/distortion at night. Multiple head light reflections for every car behind. Unable to safely determine where cars are behind my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11443085","quote_2_text":"Rear window tinting - dealer installed. Causes severe distortion/refraction on rear windshield during night driving making it impossible to determine where the cars are behind me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-seatbelt-unbuckling","label":"Driver seat belt self-releasing while driving","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11661166","quote_1_text":"On three separate occasions while driving, my driver seatbelt has come unbuckled on it's own. Most recently today. It also sometimes sticks and is difficult to unbuckle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2021-water-intrusion-misfire","label":"Water intrusion at spark plug coils causing engine misfire","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11570706","quote_1_text":"Water collects on spark plug coils and the car does not exceed 50 mpg, check engine light comes on.  This has happened twice so far, the first time was 1/04/2024.  I actually didn't drive the car for two weeks after the first repair, it just sat in the driveway in the rain and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2022-forward-collision-warning-false-trigger","label":"Forward collision warning activates without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11616441","quote_1_text":"The issue that I am experiencing has been intermittent, however it seems to be a safety concern that Nissan is not taking seriously. As I am driving at any speed with no cars around me the car collision icon will come on and flash as well as the front portion of the car in the","quote_2_odi":"11521190","quote_2_text":"I was driving and the car suddenly stopped by itself and I didn't have any obstacle in front of me. After that, I guess is the Parking Collision Warning light turned on, and I heard a beep with no reason","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2022-limp-mode-after-stall","label":"Vehicle enters limp mode after stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11605864","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Nissan Versa manual transmission: there have been times after starting the vehicle or after the vehicle has stalled and been restarted where the engine goes into a limp mode. That is, pressing on the accelerator will increase RPMS on the engine but there is very little","quote_2_odi":"11514801","quote_2_text":"This manual car puts itself into limp mode any time the engine is killed (If you drop the clutch too quickly because it is a manual transmission) while driving it. Once it is in limp mode (restricted speed and power to protect the engine) it must be pulled over and turned off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2022-loses-acceleration-power","label":"Vehicle loses acceleration power unexpectedly","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11609746","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle seemed sluggish, and the vehicle failed to","quote_2_odi":"11549912","quote_2_text":"I've owned this car less than a month and this has happened to me twice. I start to drive the car and experience a severe loss of power. The accelerator is pushed to the floor and the car barely moves. This happened when I was attempting to pass another vehicle. Could have had","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2022,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2022-transmission-slips-fails","label":"Transmission slips or fails","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11749395","quote_1_text":"At approximately 135,000 miles my automatic transmission began \"slipping\" or lurching while accelerating. I took the car to a Nissan dealership, as well as 2 local mechanics, and all 3 sources have told me that my transmission is having identical symptoms to the recalled Versa","quote_2_odi":"11748589","quote_2_text":"Electrical issues the entirety of owning this car. Now the car has a dead transmission at 88k miles. The car has caused me to almost be t-boned in a intersection twice due to unexpected loss of acceleration and power. Before trans went down it would stall, hesitate, and now it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2023-electrical-battery-drain","label":"Electrical system failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-04 → 2024-08-08","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595090","quote_1_text":"The car completely dies.  No power at all.  Battery has been checked and is fine.  Advanced auto parts said alternator was bad but 2 dealerships have said it’s fine.  Both dealerships looked at the car and cannot find the issue.  Car has gotten towed to both when it dies","quote_2_odi":"11607213","quote_2_text":"I had a oem battery replaced 6 months ago and the battery went dead again in 6 months and now I have to jumpstart the battery to start the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2023-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown while decelerating or at stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-18 → 2025-05-28","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663468","quote_1_text":"I had two incidents occur where the car turned off suddenly while in drive. The first incident occurred April 15th, 2024. As I slowed down to stop at a red light then my engine suddenly shut off and the oil and battery light came on","quote_2_odi":"11620663","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. Additionally, the check engine warning light remained illuminated. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2023-poststall-limp-mode","label":"Post-stall power loss and limp mode on manual transmission","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-07-08 → 2025-10-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531028","quote_1_text":"The car lost power and would not go over 40 MPH.  This made for a dangerous situation on the road.  P2615-00 A Crankshaft Position Sensor code was thrown, but when I took it to the dealer they could not replicate the problem","quote_2_odi":"11644467","quote_2_text":"Car has manual transmission: If engine stalls from starting on a hill or any other reason, when restarted it runs on limp mode with severe loss of power.  Problem usually resolves on next restart, but may take up to 2 restarts to resolve","quote_3_odi":"11562193","quote_3_text":"2023 Nissan Versa S has manual transmission.  Car will intermittently lose acceleration.  When this problem starts, car is unable to go over 30mph in any gear and even with the accelerator pedal pushed to the floor.  This has occurred 5 times so far","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2023,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2023-transmission-axle-failure","label":"Manual transmission and drive axle failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-01-29 → 2025-01-29","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11639468","quote_1_text":"Accelerated from a stop sign on a hill. Heard something snap up front and the car rolled backwards.  Luckily no one was behind me.  Had car towed to Nissan Dealer in Frederick Md where we bought it.  The transmission and left drive axle were replaced under warranty","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2024-cvt-judder-failure","label":"CVT judder, slipping, and failure in automatic models","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11719265","quote_1_text":"The car has 56000 miles and the power train is still under warranty. The CVT belt recently started slipping. When I stop and then take off normally, there is a jitter in the transmission that can be felt and heard","quote_2_odi":"11679370","quote_2_text":"Purchased brand new 2024 Nissan Versa January 2025. In April 2025 with only 1100 miles on the engine the CVT failed. Nissan replaced it with a rebuilt CVT. On [XXX] the second CVT failed and the car had to be towed in","quote_3_odi":"11702910","quote_3_text":"First this is an AUTOMATIC. NOT A MANUAL. Nissan Versa S. 14000 miles. Bought used. The vehicle will drive then all the lights on the dash will turn on. The tachometer will then go to zero and will no longer move. The vehicle will then only go 20 mph (limp mode)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2024-headlight-heater-dimming","label":"Headlight and heater dimming during acceleration","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11569680","quote_1_text":"I am uncertain exactly which vehicle component is causing the issue, but my headlights dim very low and the heat decreases while driving and when I accelerate both the headlights brighten and the heater returns to full blast","quote_2_odi":"11573620","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's halogen headlights dim while cruising and brighten sustainably upon acceleration, which tells me the headlights dim dangerously low for night driving - HUGE SAFETY ISSUE!!","quote_3_odi":"11649855","quote_3_text":"We’ve had our 2024 Nissan Versa that is an automatic transmission for over a year now and there has been some minor issues like headlights getting brighter as you accelerate, sometimes when it’s colder outside I’ve had the auto lights not work because of the Advanced Driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2024,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa","model_slug":"versa","cluster_id":"versa-2024-limp-mode-after-stall","label":"Reduced power (limp mode) after engine stall, DTC P2615","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11731167","quote_1_text":"Driving the vehicle, and it went into limp mode. Loss power and would not accelerate. Had to drive very low speeds to get home","quote_2_odi":"11667871","quote_2_text":"Limp mode when pushing in clutch to start car. Car will not go above 40mph randomly must turn car off and hope it resets","quote_3_odi":"11633330","quote_3_text":"If vehicle is stalled while driving vehicle goes into limp mode. I recreated occurrence for the Dealer Service Dept multiple times. Dealer reported it was a computer coding problem and waiting for Corp Nissan to fix. See Investigation PE 24007,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/nissan/versa","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2014-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":338,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11619278","quote_1_text":"I had an accident, and it was pretty bad and my air bags did not deploy. The car might be a total loss and I was very surprised and concerned that the bags did not deploy. Even my phone detected the crash and alerted my family members","quote_2_odi":"11513486","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the seat track rail sensor, Occupant Classification System (OCS),","quote_3_odi":"11054994","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL POSSIBLE - AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT FLASHES OFF AND ON OFTEN MORE NOTICEABLE OVER THE LAST 1-2 MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2014-cowl-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion through cowl into passenger cabin","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":338,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11575384","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that water frequently entered the vehicle from an unknown location, soaking the rear center passenger's side seat and floorboard. The contact cleaned the front windshield cowl; however, the failure persisted","quote_2_odi":"11529778","quote_2_text":"2014 hatchback nissan versa note Water leak to passenger side front and back cowl plug clog cannot get at to clean. window not work& other electric issues could follow. from several days of severe rain","quote_3_odi":"11436564","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light and the brake warning light illuminated. The contact also stated she noticed water underneath the front passenger’s seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission judder, slipping, and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":140,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":338,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643169","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission slip and judder. Upon full stop, only drives after turning ignition off and on again. Getting stuck at traffic light stop and holding up the traffic for 30 seconds every stop is a safety concern for myself and others","quote_2_odi":"11524931","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that after reversing out of a parking space, while attempting to shift into drive(D), the contact discovered that the transmission failed to shift into drive(D)","quote_3_odi":"11405907","quote_3_text":"AFTER HAVING THE TRANSMISSION RECALL UPDATE PERFORMED BY NISSAN THE TRANSMISSION IS HAVING ISSUES WITH SHIFTING. I HAVE TO LET OFF OF THE ACCELERATOR FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2014-engine-stall-electrical","label":"Engine stall or shutdown while driving, cause undetermined","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":338,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11642704","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine unexpectedly shut off with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to coast to the shoulder of the roadway","quote_2_odi":"11193990","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING AND LOSES ALL POWER AND STEARING","quote_3_odi":"11493046","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that she was able to restart the vehicle after approximately fifteen minutes. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure could not be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2014,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering warning light and loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":338,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11641341","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the power steering warning light intermittently illuminated and experienced a loss of power steering assist. The failure had occurred twice. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who","quote_2_odi":"11375761","quote_2_text":"NEVER HAD ISSUES UNTIL NOW BUT I'VE BEEN RANDOMLY HAVING ISSUES WITH MY POWER STEERING LOCKING UP ON ME. IT'S A REAL DANGEROUS SAFETY HAZARD BECAUSE ONE MINUTE IT'S NORMAL AND DRIVABLE. THEN I MAY GET BACK IN THE CAR AND IT'S LOCKING UP AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11118514","quote_3_text":"CAR SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET AND COULDNT STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11154678","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME FROM WORK A DEER RAN IN FRONT OF MY VEHICLE AND AT 62 MPH ON A HIGHWAY MY CAR COLLIDED WITH A DEER. AS YOU WILL SEE THE DAMAGE DONE TO MY CAR THE CAR IS A POSSIBLE TOTALED VEHICLE. MY CONCERN WAS MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY ON THIS KIND OF IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"10968365","quote_2_text":"THE AUTOMOBILE WAS HIT VERY HARD ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR. THE DOOR CAVED IN ALMOST TO THE STEERING WHEEL. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS EXPECTED. THE AUTOMOBILE WAS SO SEVERELY DAMAGES THAT IT WAS DECLARED A TOTAL LOSS","quote_3_odi":"11267346","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, IT WAS STRUCK IN THE REAR AND PUSHED INTO THE REAR OF A PICKUP TRUCK. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT RETENTION MECHANISM FAILED TO OPERATE AS INTENDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2015-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag/SRS warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11280793","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT WILL NOT GO OFF. CODE: B00A0. ATTEMPTED TO RESET THE AIRBAG LIGHT AND IT DID NOT HELP. CHECKED THE CONNECTION TO THE OCSM. UNPLUGGED IT AND PLUGGED IT BAG IN. AIRBAG LIGHT IS STILL CONTINUOUSLY BLINKING","quote_2_odi":"11339774","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT CONTINUALLY FLASHES WHEN CAR IS TURNED ON AND WHILE DRIVING. DOES NOT TURN OF WITH KEY RESET","quote_3_odi":"11048252","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT GOES ON SOMETIMES WHEN PASSENGER IS IN THE SEAT. IT SHOULD BE OFF INDICATES PASSENGER AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK. IT GOES OFF AFTER 2-3 MILES IT HAS BEEN HAPPENING ON AND OFF FOR A YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2015-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727795","quote_1_text":"Daughter was driving recently on 91 freeway in Long Beach, CA extremely busy highway on a Friday afternoon. Driving in the middle lane the cars forward movement stopped but car still running. Mechanic diagnosis was the CVT transmission","quote_2_odi":"11279968","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR IN AUGUST 2019 AT 125,000 MILES. BY OCTOBER 2019, THE CVT TRANSMISSION WENT OUT AND WILL COST $4,400 TO REPLACE BY NISSAN","quote_3_odi":"11421780","quote_3_text":"The CVT transmission has gone bad on this vehicle, while on vacation the car started sputtering and shut off at a stop light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2015-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch release while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11204682","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE HOOD SUDDENLY UNLATCHED AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11426873","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving 40 mph, the hood latch inadvertently released, causing the hood to slam into the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11696296","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway and my hood came up and hit my windshield. The windshield was cracked. The hood brackets were bent and the hood was dented","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2015,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715927","quote_1_text":"The PS warning light has been coming on intermittently. The power steering goes out and the vehicle is hard to steer. My safety and others are put at risk if I lose power steering","quote_2_odi":"11080227","quote_2_text":"THE POWER STEERING ON MY CAR STOPPED WORKING OUT OF NO WHERE WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I COULDN'T TURN AND ALMOST CRASHED WHILE GOING AROUND A BEND","quote_3_odi":"11033262","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11155510","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT FROM BEHIND IN A CRASH AND WAS KNOCKED INTO A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. SUFFERED MILD HEAD INJURY. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE INJURY COULD HAVE BEEN WORST","quote_2_odi":"10924072","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A VEHICLE THAT RAN THROUGH A RED LIGHT. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_3_odi":"10949876","quote_3_text":"AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY DURING HEAD ON COLLISION DRIVING ABOUT 70MPH ON THE 1604 HWY ANIMAL RAN ACROSS I SWERVED OUT OF THE WAY TO AVOID HITTING IT BUT LOST CONTROL ON THE GRASS AND WENT HEAD ON INTO A POLE AS I TRIED TO STEER THE CAR FROM HITTING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11756807","quote_1_text":"In July 2024 my airbag light came for no apparent reason. I took it to Nissan Service-they got it off with no guarantee it would stay off and said the airbag would have to be replaced if it came on again","quote_2_odi":"11677593","quote_2_text":"The airbag warning light has come on and is flashing.Brought it in twice for it was in diagnosis mode the first time. History mode second time and two days later it is on again and flashing that is three times in one month!","quote_3_odi":"11676703","quote_3_text":"My Check Airbag light came on without any incident and has stayed on since January, 2025. I took it to a Nissan dealer and they told me they would charge me $4,000.00 to see if it could be fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11375834","quote_1_text":"THE BREAK PEDDLE WILL SINK ON ITS OWN. IT HAS DONE THIS AT A COMPLETE STOP WITH THE CAR OFF, ON THE HIGHWAY, ON CITY STREETS, IN CORNERS. IT GOES OFF SEEMINGLY AT RANDOM","quote_2_odi":"11048696","quote_2_text":"THE NISSAN VERSA 2016 HAS A FAULTY BRAKE SYSTEM. I WAS IN MOTION DRIVING WITH ONGOING TRAFFIC I SAW THE TRAFFIC STOPPED I PRESSED THE BRAKES AND KEPT PRESSING BRAKES AND THE CAR DID NOT STOP","quote_3_odi":"10883112","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED WHEN THE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and loss of power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11723507","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has a CVT transmission failure causing severe shuddering, jerking, and progressive loss of acceleration. Initially the vehicle would not exceed 20 mph, then worsened to 15 mph, then 10 mph, and now will not exceed 5 mph","quote_2_odi":"11649023","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle responded as needed","quote_3_odi":"11422112","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa Note. The contact stated while driving at 70 mph, the vehicle would inadvertently decrease in speed to 30 MPH. The contact stated that the RPMs would fluctuate while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-evaporator-core-failure","label":"Evaporator core failure causing loss of cabin cooling","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11675682","quote_1_text":"I own a 2016 Nissan Versa, and the air conditioning system has completely failed due to what I’ve been told is an evaporator core issue. After researching, I’ve found that this is a very common problem among Versa owners across multiple model years","quote_2_odi":"11675690","quote_2_text":"I own a 2016 Nissan Versa, and the air conditioning system has completely failed, making the car almost unbearable to drive in the Florida heat","quote_3_odi":"11243458","quote_3_text":"TRYING TO LEAVE FOR WORK, TURN ON MY CAR AND THEN THERE WAS A SQUEAL (LIKE A BELT) AND THEN THE ENGINE SHUT OFF, NOT THE CAR (BATTERY IS WORKING)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-steering-loss-veering","label":"Power steering loss and vehicle veering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11253582","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING CONTROL ON 2016 NISSAN VERSA NOTE WHILE VEHICLE IN MOTION ON CITY STREET (QUEENS, NY) THANKFULLY, WE WERE ABLE TO AVOID COLLISION WITH A STEERING WHEEL THAT WAS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO TURN","quote_2_odi":"10995577","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2016 NISSAN VERSA WITH APPROX 12,000 MILES AND HAVE CONSTANT ISSUES WITH THE STEERING OF THIS VEHICLE. THE CAR VEERS OFF AND HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN FREQUENTLY AND FEELS AS IF IT IS BEING PULLED BY WIND","quote_3_odi":"10899854","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2016 NISSAN VERSA AND WHEN I DRIVE IT, IT VEERS TO THE LEFT WHICH IS A MATTER OF SAFETY FOR MY FAMILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2016,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11267677","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN NPRZ AH5 TIRES, SIZE: 185/65R15 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION FROM THE BELT","quote_2_odi":"11140124","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE CONTINENTAL CONTIPROCONTACT P185/65 R15 TIRE EXPLODED WHILE PARKED. THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN PARKED FOR AN HOUR AND A HALF, AND HAD ONLY BEEN DRIVEN LESS THAN TEN MILES PRIOR TO THE EXPLOSION","quote_3_odi":"10861974","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN VERSA EQUIPPED WITH BRIDGESTONE, TIRE LINE: ECOPIA, AND TIRE SIZE: 195/55R16. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, HE DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS A BUBBLE ON THE SIDE WALL OF THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-air-bag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11104515","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11021455","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA NOTE. WHILE AT A STOP, THE DRIVER MADE A TURN, FAILED TO YIELD TO AN ONCOMING VEHICLE, AND CRASHED INTO THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11399182","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE SUN'S GLARE BLINDED HER EYES WHICH CAUSED HER TO HIT THE ROAD RAILINGS AND BARRIERS. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED SIDEWAYS AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-cowl-drain-water-intrusion","label":"Cowl drain water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11663122","quote_1_text":"On May 14, 2025, my grandson was driving to school in the rain. All of a sudden, water starts gushing out of the glove compartment. The whole interior was flooded including the backseat","quote_2_odi":"11600998","quote_2_text":"These vehicles have a cowl drain located on the passenger side under the wiper blades. The drain is really small so it clogs easily. When there are heavy rains, my car floods","quote_3_odi":"11435550","quote_3_text":"When it rains, water flows through the filter cabin water to collect below the windshield and, when the collected water doesn't drain, it flows into the car on the front passenger side floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure or slipping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497292","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed 2x within 6 months extended warranty was 5k miles past 130k max mileage coverage 2nd transmission went out going 20 mph and revved up to 25mph and transmission failed","quote_2_odi":"11398817","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2017 NISSAN VERSA NOTE SV AND I'M HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CVT TRANSMISSIONS SLIPPING, AND ALSO IM BEEN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS ONE WAS AT AROUND 59,000 AND THE NEXT TIME IT HAPPENED IT WAS AROUND 86,000","quote_3_odi":"11267786","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2017 NISSAN VERSA NOTE AND THE CVT TRANSMISSION FEELS SLUGGISH AND ACTS AS IF IT IS SLIPPING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-door-lock-actuator-malfunction","label":"Door lock actuator malfunction trapping occupants","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11554701","quote_1_text":"Passenger door lock/unlocked, not working. Buzz noise when operating key fob; actuator malfunction. Can't open door manually","quote_2_odi":"11533514","quote_2_text":"When door assembly went out the door was stuck in the locked position the drivers door couldn’t be opened from inside or outside with or without the key","quote_3_odi":"11418816","quote_3_text":"The driver side door lock was frozen and would not open with the use of electrical button inside of car, the remote, or manually with key outside of the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11592297","quote_1_text":"The car turn off while driving at 45mph and then check engine light came on and some other sensors","quote_2_odi":"11244088","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AND ENGINE CUT OFF. COULD NOT TURN KEY FOR 5 MINUTES AFTER","quote_3_odi":"11154861","quote_3_text":"WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE THE ENGINE STALLS OR LOSE POWER DURING ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2017,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Versa Note","model_slug":"versa-note","cluster_id":"versa-note-2017-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake pedal failing to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11423880","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the braking system malfunctioned while depressing the brake pedal and the vehicle did not immediately stop, nearly causing the vehicle to crash","quote_2_odi":"11182486","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 NISSAN VERSA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, AN ONCOMING VEHICLE CUT ACROSS IN FRONT OF HER VEHICLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO OPERATE AND THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED","quote_3_odi":"11030255","quote_3_text":"2017 NISSAN VERSA SEDAN FWD. BRAKES ARE GOING TO FLOOR WHEN PEDAL IS PRESSED. IT SLOWLY FLOATS TO THE FLOOR BUT IS NOT A REPRODUCIBLE ACT EVERY TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/nissan/versa-note","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-abs-brake-warning-light","label":"ABS actuator fault triggering brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11130443","quote_1_text":"NISSAN XTERRA HAS FAULTY ABS ACTUATOR AND IS LESS THAN 10 YEARS OLD. THE VEHICLES ABS, BRAKE, SLIP, AND VDC LIGHTS WILL COME ON WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11097122","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 XTERRA LIGHTS FOR ABS SLIP AND VDC GO OFF AFTER THE VEHICLE BEGINS TO MOVE ONLY. IF THE AUTO IS IDLE THE LIGHTS DO NOT COME ON AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"10565074","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT HOLD DUE TO REAR AXLE SEAL LEAKING FLUID CONTAMINATING PARKING BRAKE SHOES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11625141","quote_1_text":"THE NISSAN WAS IN A SEVERE ACCIDENT AND THE AIR BAG NEVER DEPLOYED. THERE WERE 4 PEOPLE IN CAR WHEN THE ACCIDENT OCCURED. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DID DEPLOY AND THOSE TWO PEOPLE RECEVED INJURIES BUT NOT LIFE THREATING","quote_2_odi":"10668192","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING AT 25 (NO MORE THAN 30) MPH WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH MINE. THE OTHER VEHICLE DID CLIP THE MIDDLE 1/3 AND ENTIRE PASSENGER SIDE OF MY XTERRA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-airbag-warning-light-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11614259","quote_1_text":"After getting the air bag control module reprogrammed per the recall, I was on a dirt road and the rollover airbags deployed when they shouldn’t have","quote_2_odi":"11011608","quote_2_text":"MY AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHT CAME ON, TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP THEY TOLD ME THAT MY AIR BAGS HAVE BEEN DISABLED BECAUSE OF A FAULT IN THE SPIRAL CABLE IN MY STEERING COLUMN","quote_3_odi":"11513049","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that he received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V067000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-electrical-no-start-stall","label":"Electrical control module failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10936031","quote_1_text":"WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE FALLS BELOW 40 DEGREES XTERRA WILL NOT START. VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND NOT PARKED IN A GARAGE. BATTERY WAS REPLACED 11 MONTHS AGO TRYING TO FIX THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11156769","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 10-15 MPH. IMMEDIATE LOSS OF BRAKES, ACCELERATION, AND POWER STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10654914","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN XTERRA. DURING COLD TEMPERATURES, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE EMC MODULE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-radiator-transmission-contamination","label":"Radiator coolant leaking into transmission fluid","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11468804","quote_1_text":"No warning lamps had my vehicle repeatedly looked at was told that my vehicle had no transmission warninfsigns was told by mechanic to replace the radiator I replaced the radiator and then the vehicle stopped running now I have transmission fluid mixed with my radiator fluid and","quote_2_odi":"10950465","quote_2_text":"CRACKED RADIATOR LEAKING COOLANT INTO THE TRANSMISSION. WHEN IT MIXES WITH THE TRANSMISSION FLUID, IT RUINED TRANSMISSION AND RADIOTOR. OVER AN $4000 BILL!","quote_3_odi":"10809103","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION WAS SLIPPING AND CLUNKING DURING MID-RANGE GEARS WHILE ACCELERATING. REPAIRED AT RAPID TRANSMISSIONS AT 3905 CONVOY STREET, SAN DIEGO, CA 92111","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-steering-suspension-failure","label":"Front suspension and steering component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10913651","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN XTERRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND INSPECTED, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE LOWER CONTROL ARMS WERE FRACTURED","quote_2_odi":"10353302","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 NISSAN XTERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH PULLING A SMALL TRAILER HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO THE GUARD RAIL CAUSING THE TRAILER TO ROLL OVER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2010,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2010-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and premature wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11428850","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Xterra equipped with Interco Tires, Tire line: LTB-02 SST LTB, Tire Size: 31/11.5/16LT. The contact stated that the while her son was driving approximately 65 mph, a loud noise suddenly occurred","quote_2_odi":"10394082","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 NISSAN XTERRA I BOUGHT IN AUG 2010. I AM CONSTANTLY HAVING TO BRING IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIRS WITH SAME 3-4 ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall 23E-012 parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11524629","quote_1_text":"Nissan consumer affairs Case #48955822 Manufacturer Recall NumberPC948 NHTSA Recall Number23E-012 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary THE RESIN EMBLEM ON THE DRIVER S AIRBAG MODULE COVER IN AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE REDUCED DURABILITY DUE TO","quote_2_odi":"11524634","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Xterra. The contact received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that an unknown dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not","quote_3_odi":"11517357","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Xterra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23E012000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-electrical-battery-wiring-failure","label":"Battery leak and Bluetooth system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10651054","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN XTERRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE HANDS FREE BLUETOOTH SYSTEM FAILED. WHEN DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS, THE SOUND QUALITY WOULD BE IMPAIRED AND PREVENTED THE CONTACT FROM USING THE HANDS FREE OPTION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON MULTIPLE","quote_2_odi":"10631036","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN XTERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BATTERY LEAKED AND THE POSITIVE ELECTRICAL WIRING SYSTEM WAS CORRODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER, WHO REPLACED THE BATTERY CLAMP BUT THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-engine-overheating-oil-leak","label":"Engine overheating and oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11605423","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, an engine oil leak was present. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the oil connector bolt and O-ring","quote_2_odi":"11594707","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was driving just fine, then about a month later the heat gauge started to fluctuate, i replaced the radiator caps, thermostat...it ran good for another month, started to overheat....i made sure water was in radiator and overflow...about a month went by the gauge","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-exhaust-manifold-weld-failure","label":"Exhaust manifold weld failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11075142","quote_1_text":"EXHAUST MANIFOLD FAILED. DEFECTIVE WELD DURING MANUFACTURING PROCESS. ALLOWED HEAT AND EXHAUST GASES EMISSION. SUPERSEDES COMPLAINT NUMBER: 11035945 & COMPLAINT NUMBER: 11035942. NOW I HAVE THE MANIFOLD OFF THE VEHICLE I CAN CLEARLY SEE THE DEFECTIVE WELD","quote_2_odi":"11035942","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE EXHAUST MANIFOLD BROKE WHILE DRIVING SLOWLY ON BUMPY ROAD. FLANGE THAT ATTACHED TO CATALYTIC CONVERTER SEPARATED FROM STAINLESS STEEL PIPING. NOW HEAT AND CARBON MONOXIDE IS PUMPING OUT UNDER DRIVER'S FEET. VERY LOUD. NISSAN SAYS \"TOUGH LUCK\" - WE ARE NOT PAYING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-passenger-airbag-sensor-warning","label":"Passenger airbag sensor warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11080806","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE IN MARCH 2018 WITH THE PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG ALERT FLASHING ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. EVERYTHING I TRIED WOULD NOT EXTINGUISH IT, CONNECTING RELEASING AND RECONNECTING THE PASSENGER SEATBELT, TURNING THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF AND ON A COUPLE OF TIMES. SO I","quote_2_odi":"10885365","quote_2_text":"JUST OVER 42K MILES THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT BEGAN SPONTANEOUSLY TO BLINK - THE AIRBAG SENSOR HAD FAILED. THE AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN A CRASH. THIS VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN INVOLVED IN A COLLISION OF ANY KIND. AFTER TALKING W NISSAN, THEY REFUSED TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11684563","quote_3_text":"The airbag warning light started flashing. I took the car to Valley Nissan in Longmont, Colorado where I was told that they need to replace the AirBag Diagnosis Sensor and the RH side Airbag Module. Valley Nissan said that these parts were no longer being produced, so they could","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2011,"make":"Nissan","make_slug":"nissan","model":"Xterra","model_slug":"xterra","cluster_id":"xterra-2011-tire-wear-and-blowout","label":"Tire wear and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2014-04","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10583671","quote_1_text":"BF GOODRICH TIRES ON NEW NISSAN XTERRA ONLY LASTED 32000 MILES ARE THEY KIDDING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10378141","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 NISSAN XTERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR TIRE BLEW OUT. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER WAS B.F. GOODRICH, TIRE LINE, RADIAL LONG TRAIL, DOT NUMBER AP72FB313610 AND THE SIZE WAS P265/70/R16 11PMCS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/nissan/xterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/nissan"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Intermittent loss of acceleration from stop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03-29 → 2026-03-29","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11721804","quote_1_text":"When I accelerate from a stop, the vehicle intermittently does not accelerate as it used to. For approximately 2 - 3 seconds, I have no control over acceleration and the vehicle only operates around 5 mph. This put me in a scary situation as I was making a quick turn in front of…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-airbag-srs-fault","label":"Airbag SRS warning and wiring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11-16 → 2026-05-06","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735978","quote_1_text":"About 2 weeks ago, I updated to the newest OTA update 5.0.10, which may be unrelated. 1 week ago, the normal start-up safety procedure flagged the airbag and instructed me to find a service station immediately. I scheduled an appt and I was charged $300 diagnostic fee","quote_2_odi":"11493745","quote_2_text":"While driving and using my horn the vehicles horn and airbag module fell off. Rendering the horn inoperable and the airbag dangerously loose. Trying to get Polestar to replace the whole module","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-backup-camera-unavailable","label":"Backup camera failure in reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2024-05-13 → 2026-08-05","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11703206","quote_1_text":"The backup camera on my 2021 Polestar 2 has never functioned reliably. It frequently fails to activate when the vehicle is placed in reverse and instead displays an error message. This is a manufacturer defect. Although the vehicle was recalled for this defect and I had the…","quote_2_odi":"11669955","quote_2_text":"The backup camera remains unstable, unreliable, and out of spec per FVMSS111. Issues are frequent, varied, and include: Severely delayed activation upon switching to R, \"Camera unavailable\", unexpectedly switching from reverse to 360 view, frozen frame, complete IHU reboot…","quote_3_odi":"11672650","quote_3_text":"Immediately as soon as I was leaving the lot, putting the vehicle in reverse I got a message on the infotainment display \"Camera is temporarily unavailable”. I went back into the dealership and had them check over the vehicle. They reran the update and got the same results as I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-front-suspension-clunk","label":"Front suspension clunking and strut mount noise","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07-12 → 2025-11-20","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11643362","quote_1_text":"There is a TBS out for a strut mount bearing replacement that causes clunking/rattling of the front suspension while driving on slight rougher roads or while turning left or right.  However, this TSB does not solve the issue.  Polestar claims they have an updated component/strut…","quote_2_odi":"11700631","quote_2_text":"When making a sharp left turn at full steering lock the car makes clicking noises. Service center states it is CV joint related and several cars with this performance suspension have this problem. It may be a safety hazard should the CV joint fail and it is a known issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-infotainment-audio-loss","label":"Infotainment system audio loss and lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07-04 → 2024-07-30","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11605299","quote_1_text":"This car will periodically lose all interior audio function. This includes safety alerts like parking, forward collision, rear collision, cross traffic, and any other alert you can think of including the sound the turn signal makes. Bluetooth audio and radio also unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11671269","quote_2_text":"Upon entering the vehicle and starting a drive, inexplicably, no audio sounds were playing inside the vehicle. This includes the infotainment system but also the turn/hazard signal clicking, and likely any additional audible alerts that are necessary to drive safely in all…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-lane-keep-erratic-steering","label":"Lane-keep assist erratic steering input","component_code":"STEERING, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07-13 → 2025-09-23","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11689180","quote_1_text":"When vehicle is behind driven, and adaptive cruise and steering assist are active the vehicle regularly falsely interprets road lines. When this happens the vehicle veers quickly. This has happened multiple times veering the vehicle into oncoming traffic, off the road, or onto…","quote_2_odi":"11673106","quote_2_text":"When lane keep assist is activated the car will randomly yank the steering wheel to the right and pull me out of my lane, even with my hands on the wheel. It’s incredibly dangerous","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2021,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2021-rear-axle-ticking","label":"Rear axle shaft ticking noise during deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11-08 → 2026-08-05","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11755105","quote_1_text":"Rear driveshaft/axle shafts failing at 39,000 miles on a 2021 Polestar 2. Symptom is a ticking/clicking noise during deceleration at low speed cadenced to wheel speed. Polestar issued Technical Journal TJ 36854.1.0 in March 2024 acknowledging this as a known issue on 2021-2023…","quote_2_odi":"11698361","quote_2_text":"The rear axles have failed.  2- A rear axle failure while driving presents extreme safety hazards, including sudden loss of vehicle control and stability, potential wheel separation, and abrupt loss of drive power, greatly increasing the risk of a severe…","quote_3_odi":"11703806","quote_3_text":"Under regen braking the car has very loud ticking in the rear and feels as if the axles are sheering themselves. Looking into the issues with other owners the culprit is the ERAD motor turns to recoup the energy. It looks like this component is used in a wide variety of Volvo…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-acceleration-delay","label":"Delayed acceleration after software update","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733560","quote_1_text":"a recent software update (5.0.10) altered the acceleration on the car. There is now a 2+ second delay to acceleration to the car once the pedal is depressed if you're not wearing your seatbelt","quote_2_odi":"11732202","quote_2_text":"I took car to dealer to get latest software update version 4.2.13 since my car hasnt been received updates OTA. After the update, the cars accelerating from a stand still had a lag of almost 1 to 2 seconds which is dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11726543","quote_3_text":"The vehicle recently updated to software version P4.2.13 after this update the vehicle sporadically losses the ability to accelerate fully from a stop, it just creeps forward","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-backup-camera-unavailable","label":"Backup camera unavailable during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":176,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669958","quote_1_text":"While backing up, my vehicle collided with a an approaching vehicle due to reduced rear visibility. At the time of the incident, the rearview camera system did not display any image on the center screen","quote_2_odi":"11712820","quote_2_text":"The backup camera is often times \"unavailable\" in this car when you put it in reverse, and rear visibility is essentially nonexistent when reversing without the backup camera","quote_3_odi":"11677712","quote_3_text":"Received a recall notice Recall 25V-280 related to the backup camera and rear visibility. On July 9, 2025 I took the vehicle to the Polestar repair facility in Westport CT for the identified software update","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-charging-interruption","label":"Charging interruption and charge port defect","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754613","quote_1_text":"Electric vehicle DC charging pins have defective insulator on its tip. The insulator freely rotates, is loose, and one has fallen off or can get stuck in charger handles","quote_2_odi":"11742412","quote_2_text":"Car was charging normally and all of a sudden it stopped charging both level 2 and DC. No warning nothing and seems like a common occurrence in this car and after warranty is over","quote_3_odi":"11702100","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was charging from 11% of charge from a DC fasts charging station. The car was locked and charging. When I came back out to the car, I noticed it had stopped charging at 76%","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734937","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Polestar 2. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the door locks became inoperable. The contact was unable to enter the vehicle without using the key fob","quote_2_odi":"11704415","quote_2_text":"My door latches keep freezing when the temperature is below freezing. Its 27F here in Ohio and my rear doors are frozen again. The door itself isn't frozen - the latching mechanism is","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-ihu-freeze-reboot","label":"Infotainment head unit freeze and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703112","quote_1_text":"What failed? There have been a couple instances of the screen (IHU) rebooting while just driving down the road. This temporarily disables the HVAC (including defroster) and turn signal sounds","quote_2_odi":"11672267","quote_2_text":"While driving on an interstate highway recently, the main screen in the car froze and then went black. There were no warnings it would happen. The HVAC, navigation, screen and other controls were gone","quote_3_odi":"11705136","quote_3_text":"While driving, the center display screen has shut off and remains to be unfunctional. This screen is the primary way any collision warnings and rear view video","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2022,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2022-suspension-noise-pull","label":"Front and rear suspension noise and pull","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735460","quote_1_text":"Persistent unresolved front-suspension defect on a 2022 Polestar 2 (Polestar Approved CPO, purchased 03/20/2025). Vehicle pulls right under normal driving on flat, level pavement — a directional control hazard requiring constant steering correction at highway speed","quote_2_odi":"11705703","quote_2_text":"Recurring rear suspension clunking/rattling over bumps compromises handling/control. Authorized dealer (Volvo Cars Marin) failed to repair after 40+ days out-of-service and 2 attempts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-backup-camera-unavailable","label":"Backup camera failure displaying unavailable message","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724728","quote_1_text":"Rear‑view camera intermittently fails to provide a usable image when shifting into reverse. Symptoms include delayed activation, black screen, frozen frame, or extremely choppy video. This results in intermittent loss of rear visibility and does not comply with FMVSS 111. The…","quote_2_odi":"11670079","quote_2_text":"Reverse Backup Camera is failing.   Rear Backup camera is worse with the latest recall (ID: 11669313) fix announced June 25 2025. My car has been updated with the software that was suppose to fix the issue (version 3.6.4) but the recall issue happens more frequently now. The…","quote_3_odi":"11646206","quote_3_text":"Every time I back up within ~30-60 seconds of getting in the car, the backup camera turns off and switches to a screen that says \"Camera unavailable\". This is a major safety issue and has led to some close calls while backing up. Someone could have been hit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-driveline-vibration","label":"Chassis and steering wheel vibration under acceleration","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11555788","quote_1_text":"Vehicle chassis vibrates noticeably at speeds around 30 mph and 65 mph, which is translated to the steering wheel. The vibration is of a high frequency, almost akin to a sander, and is most prominent under acceleration or deceleration. It's been present since I took delivery of…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-false-rear-collision-braking","label":"False rear collision detection triggering seatbelt tensioners","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, SEATS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11568932","quote_1_text":"The vehicle improperly sensed an impending rear collision when there was no vehicle present. The vehicle entered a mode where the electronic seatbelt tensioners aggressively pulled the occupants and did not release until the seatbelt latches were depressed. This happened in…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-infotainment-crash-freeze","label":"Infotainment system crash and unresponsive screen","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11692572","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system continues to be intermittently unresponsive. Today, the system was totally frozen which made it so heat/air conditioning could not be controlled, no sound for turn signals were present, and backup camera was not functioning","quote_2_odi":"11728323","quote_2_text":"Polestar 2 software version 4.2.13. While reversing out of a parking spot the rear camera briefly turned on, but after a second, the infotainment system crashed, with the screen shutting off. The infotainment system automatically rebooted after ~1min of driving. This system…","quote_3_odi":"11673238","quote_3_text":"Infotainment system crashing post most recent software update causing main dashboard to stop showing information and make critical information difficult to see because of washed out background.  Malfunctioning Components: Infotainment system. Available for inspection. Safety…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-liftgate-latch-failure","label":"Liftgate failure to fully close and latch","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736507","quote_1_text":"Over the last 1.5 months, the liftgate system on the vehicle has failed to fully close and latch. The vehicle shows the liftgate as unsecured and the liftgate has play despite being partially latched. Investigation of the vehicle shows that the tailgate damper drive unit wiring…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-pilot-assist-lane-keeping","label":"Pilot Assist lane-keeping discrepancy and silent disengagement","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671430","quote_1_text":"ACC is fine, but Pilot Assist's lane cornering cannot be trusted to stay within the lines. Oftentimes, it believes it's got everything under control (the Pilot Assist icon stays yellow) but the Lane Keeping Aid icon lights up. It's like there are two separate systems that don't…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-recall-remedy-access","label":"Recall repair access and prerequisite update dispute","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Polestar Polestar 2. The contact received notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V615000 (Back Over Prevention). The vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repair; however, the dealer informed the contact that the recall remedy could not be…","quote_2_odi":"11681966","quote_2_text":"A recall was issued April 25 because the rear camera fails. It is supposed to be addressed by OTA software update. I have NOT received an update, and I've been unable to get an appt to have it installed by Service. It's been 4 months, and I'm told there are no appts for several…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2023,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar2-2023-recall-remedy-ineffective","label":"Recall software updates not resolving backup camera defect","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669893","quote_1_text":"The reverse camera fails when backing up very frequently with the words \"camera is temporarily unavailable\".  This is the same issue as NHTSA Recall No. 25v-280 but the recall work has already been done on my vehicle (I am already on software 3.6.4).  I have had the updated…","quote_2_odi":"11677916","quote_2_text":"When reversing, the backup camera often displays \"Camera is temporarily unavailable\". This prevents me from safely backing up because there is poor visibility directly through the back window. This can easily be reproduced and replicated on any Polestar 2, and happens most…","quote_3_odi":"11671862","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera failed to initialize.  Since the 3.6.4 software update (rear-view camera recall) I have had multiple instances where the rear-view camera has either entirely failed to start, given me the \"Camera Unavailable\" message, or started in a stuttering/flickering…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2024,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar-2-2024-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rear-view camera failure after software update","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744434","quote_1_text":"After installing the recent software update (version 5.0.10) that was intended to fix the rear camera not appearing when shifting into reverse, my vehicle has continued to experience the same problem, now with significantly increased frequency","quote_2_odi":"11674661","quote_2_text":"Rear view camera suddenly stopped working. The same problem happened 3 weeks back and Polestat sent a software update that is supposed to fix the issue. Read view camera worked for sometime, but again it is not working. In fact, no camera is working in this vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11610183","quote_3_text":"The contact leased a 2024 Polestar Polestar 2. The contact stated that upon placing the vehicle in reverse(R) at night, the lighting for the back over prevention feature was inadequate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2024,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar-2-2024-electrical-system-lockup","label":"Electrical system and infotainment lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744735","quote_1_text":"I was having difficulty with the vehicle i.e charging, Internet connection and electronic driver information feedback","quote_2_odi":"11569417","quote_2_text":"My electric system tied to the center console tablet stopped working. There was no active camera, lane assist warnings, music, maps/gps, etc. Nothing worked with no explanation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2024,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar-2-2024-tire-tread-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and premature wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749463","quote_1_text":"Leased vehicle 7-25-24. Driver’s rear tire had ongoing slow leak beginning several months after start of lease. We filled with air and reset stored tire pressure. This would last a couple months and same tire would begin to lose some pressure again","quote_2_odi":"11746336","quote_2_text":"Michelin primacy all season 245/45r/19 102v Both rear tires cannot support the load of an rear wheel drive electric vehicle. Both tires wore through the tread at less than 20k miles. Warranty states they are good for 45k","quote_3_odi":"11728390","quote_3_text":"On 03/29/2026 at approximately 11:00 AM, I was driving my 2024 Polestar 2 southbound on [XXX] near [XXX] in the center lane at approximately 80 mph in heavy traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2024,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 2","model_slug":"polestar-2","cluster_id":"polestar-2-2024-visibility-defroster","label":"Defroster lockout and mirror visibility failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706491","quote_1_text":"On a high humidity evening all of the windows fogged up but the climate system was completely unavailable to use. All of the buttons were “greyed out” and I could not operate the front or rear defroster","quote_2_odi":"11673673","quote_2_text":"the mirrors on the car sometimes dont tilt back up when chnaging gears from reverse to drive , leading to limited visibility","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/polestar/polestar-2","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-ac-charger-failure","label":"AC onboard charger failure preventing Level 2 charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707288","quote_1_text":"Onboard charger (OBC), which is the unit that converts AC power (what home wall outlets have) to DC power (what the battery holds/uses has failed 3 times now in less than a year of ownership. Brand new car, leased from Polestar","quote_2_odi":"11689031","quote_2_text":"The onboard charger has failed twice now in less than 1,800 miles. Bought the car new and it has been in the shop this time for 31 days and parts are not available to fix it until at least Sept. 30th","quote_3_odi":"11639559","quote_3_text":"On-board AC charger failure. Confirmed by dealer, parts on 4-6 week backorder. System gave two different messages","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-false-fault-warnings-display","label":"False critical fault warnings and display blackouts","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745934","quote_1_text":"Since taking delivery of the vehicle, multiple electronic and computer-related systems have failed or malfunctioned","quote_2_odi":"11713205","quote_2_text":"As reported on Polestar Forums, the car throws critical system errors telling you to park, call support, etc. while driving","quote_3_odi":"11639924","quote_3_text":"- Vehicle displays are unresponsive and stay off or black, the display shows key indicators like speed & turn signals. Because the vehicle has no physical buttons you cannot control heat, cannot use backup cameras","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-immobilization-doors-wont-open","label":"Vehicle immobilization with doors failing to open","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721359","quote_1_text":"The car software seemed to be experiencing a few glitches, and we arrived home and put it in park. Then front passenger door would not open from the inside, nor would the rear passenger doors, with kids in the backseat","quote_2_odi":"11664905","quote_2_text":"After being away for a couple days the car has been completely unresponsive. I can not access the car and doors will not open. The car had to be towed and seems to be an issue with electrical powertrain such as 12V battery that is dying for some reason","quote_3_odi":"11744550","quote_3_text":"Unable to access brand new vehicle for several days. Would not respond to any keys (including the app). First tow company didn't have proper equipment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-propulsion-loss-turtle-mode","label":"Propulsion loss and reduced power (turtle mode)","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730450","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], while driving, the car issued a warning that stated, “driving performance reduced. Book a service” and an icon of a turtle","quote_2_odi":"11690676","quote_2_text":"The Polestar 3 failed while driving with my family on 8/16/25. It had a propulsion failure (with \"turtle mode\") and it would only go 6 mph or less and would not go up a hill","quote_3_odi":"11674724","quote_3_text":"Vehicle suddenly lost power with no warning on a busy four-lane highway. Despite the obvious crash possibility, I was luckily able to move to the shoulder, but the entire electrical system soon went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-rearview-camera-dropout","label":"Rear camera defaults to overhead view after gear cycling","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11634052","quote_1_text":"The issue is with the displaying of the rear view camera. When I put the car in reverse the rear view camera displays on the bottom of the screen and the 360 view at the top of the screen as it should","quote_2_odi":"11643197","quote_2_text":"Activation and persistence of the rearview camera. This situation occurs when selecting reverse, drive and then reverse again in short order (i.e. parallel parking, maneuvering to get into our garage with a narrow driveway and tight turn)","quote_3_odi":"11634053","quote_3_text":"The rear view parking camera software is defective. If you put the car into reverse, the rear parking camera view comes up (as intended)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2025,"make":"Polestar","make_slug":"polestar","model":"Polestar 3","model_slug":"polestar-3","cluster_id":"polestar-3-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and unexpected loss of braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685027","quote_1_text":"I was parking, lifted my foot off the accelerator to slow my car down, and instead my car unexpectedly went into high acceleration (note: not user error, I took my foot OFF the pedal)","quote_2_odi":"11668236","quote_2_text":"I was driving my Polestar 3 2025 Performance into a gated garage. The car was on one pedal mode, I slowed down to come to a stop to open the gate. When the clicker for the garage door was clicked the car lunged forward and full speed rammed into the opening gate","quote_3_odi":"11637492","quote_3_text":"There are several issues with this vehicles, but here are the two most glaring safety issues: 1.) Emergency Braking System - on two occasions this was activated with no actual emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/polestar/polestar-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/polestar"},{"year":2006,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2006-brake-light-malfunction","label":"Brake lights illuminating incorrectly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":1910,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11603719","quote_1_text":"Brake lights are illuminating when accelerating (when brake pedal is NOT depressed) and are NOT illuminating when actually braking (when brake pedal IS depressed)","quote_2_odi":"11221252","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 PONTIAC G6. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT BEING DEPRESSED, THE REAR BRAKE LIGHTS WOULD ERRONEOUSLY REMAIN ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11324491","quote_3_text":"BRAKES LIGHTS CONTINUOUSLY STAY WHILE DRIVING OR PARKED. ONCE THE BRAKE IS PRESSED THEN IT CUTS OFF. THE BRAKE LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY COME AND GO OFF FROM TIME TO TIME. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2006,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2006-eps-assist-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":150,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":1910,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11737755","quote_1_text":"When first started sometimes power steering does not work. Temporary fix is to restart the car. It's gone out while I was driving. This is very scary and hard to turn when it goes out","quote_2_odi":"11153515","quote_2_text":"ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING PUMP IS GOING OUT. WHEN BACKING OUT FROM A PARKED POSITION THE STEERING IS TIGHT. RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE STEERING IS SO LOOSE THAT I CAN HARDLY CONTROL THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11735915","quote_3_text":"I have the warning power steering on my dash and it’s getting harder to steer and turn then it quits and does it again it’s not safe at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2006,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2006-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump leak near fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":1910,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11494754","quote_1_text":"I had to replace the fuel pump module assembly because it was leaking fuel out from above the fuel tank and dripping down near the exhaust","quote_2_odi":"11142751","quote_2_text":"GAS LEAKS FROM CRACKED FITTING ABOVE FUEL TANK. CAR SMELLS VERY BADLY OF GAS","quote_3_odi":"11434874","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked in the garage and when her husband went into the garage the next day, he smelled a strong gasoline odor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2006,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2006-transmission-slip-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and shift cable failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":1910,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11406916","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC IS STARTING TO GO AND OR SLIP. HAVE TO ACCELERATE VERY SLOWLY TO GET CAR MOVING. WILL START REVING ONCE IT'S PAST 3 RPMS. HAPPENS IN MOTION, ON STREETS WHILE DRIVING TO WORK. I HEAR A NOISE WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11156059","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION CABLE LINK HAS A SMALL PLASTIC BUSHING ON IT WHICH IN MY CASE BROKE OFF COMPLETELY AND WHILE MY CAR WAS IN A PARKING GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"11143551","quote_3_text":"MY G6 2006 3.9 GTP TRANSMISSION WONT MOVE THE CAR IN FIRST GEAR THE TRANSMISSON SHOWED NO SIGN OF GOING BAD I HAVE TO PUT CAR IN MANUAL TO DRIVE IT ALSO TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT POPS ON RANDOM TIMES FOLLOWED BY A WEIRD GRINDING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-airbag-warning-sensor-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and passenger sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11219221","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR CONSTANTLY REMAINED ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11143033","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG SENSOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DOESN'T WORK IT COMES ON WHEN WE ARE SITTING IN THE SEAT WITH THE SEATBELT FASTEN","quote_3_odi":"11072217","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE AIRBAG DASH LIGHT CAME ON. WITH THE MESSAGE. SERVICE AIRBAG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-brake-light-circuit-malfunction","label":"Brake lights illuminate or fail opposite of pedal input","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11367094","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE BRAKE LIGHTS RANDOMLY ILLUMINATED WITHOUT DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11113113","quote_2_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS ARE WORKING IN REVERSE. THE BRAKE LIGHTS ARE ON WHEN YOU ARE NOT HITTING THE BRAKES AND THEY GO OUT WHEN YOU HIT THE BRAKE PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"11163428","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE CAR IS STATIONARY OR MOVING THE BRAKE LIGHTS APPEAR ON BUT ONCE PRESSURE IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKES THEY TURN OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-fuel-system-odor-leak","label":"Fuel system gasoline odor and leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11521483","quote_1_text":"Bad fuel leak , location from top of fuel cell, Definitely from the fuel pump area of the top of the tank","quote_2_odi":"11478709","quote_2_text":"The plastic hose that comes off the fuel pump cracked causing fuel to leak out of my car and very strong gas Vapors inside of my car","quote_3_odi":"11128188","quote_3_text":"FUEL LEAKING ONTO TOP OF GAS TANK, ELBOW COMING OFF THE FUEL PUMP HAS DEVELOPED A PIN HOLE. STRONG ODOR OF GASOLINE, CAR HARD TO START AFTER SITTING ANY LENGTH OF TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-headlight-wiring-harness-melting","label":"Headlight wiring harness overheating and melting","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11414101","quote_1_text":"THE WIRING CONNECTOR FOR THE DRIVERS SIDE LOW BEAM H11 HEADLIGHT HAS MELTED AND SHORTED 3 TIMES NOW, LEAVING THE DRIVER WITHOUT A DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHHT","quote_2_odi":"11241600","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT WIRING HARNESS OVERHEATED AND MELTED, CAUSING LAMP FAILURE AND NO LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11218408","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT KEEPS BURNING OUT. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING APPEARS TO GET TOO HOT AND BURNS THE LIGHT BULB OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Electric power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":105,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11716545","quote_1_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE. BY LOSING POWER STEERING IT PUTS ME AND OTHERS AT RISK BECAUSE THE VEHICLE IS VERY HARD TO STEER","quote_2_odi":"11398058","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER STEERING WHILE IN MOTION. UNABLE TO TURN MORE THAN A FEW DEGREES IN EACH DIRECTION. VERY UNSAFE","quote_3_odi":"11330623","quote_3_text":"OUR ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM WENT OUT ON OUR VEHICLE. I SEE THAT THIS PART WAS RECALLED FEB 2ND, 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2007,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2007-transmission-shift-cable-failure","label":"Transmission shift cable and gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":1231,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11097744","quote_1_text":"THE SHIFT LINKAGE BUSHING WEARS OUT AND POPS OFF WHILE DRIVE CANNOT PUT BACK IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"11183388","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO TURNER GMC (1261 TAXTON ST, HARRISBURG, PA) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT CABLE WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11180391","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED WITH THE ENGINE TURNED OFF, IT BEGAN TO REVERSE OUT OF THE DRIVEWAY AND ROLLED INTO A LAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2008,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2008-brake-lights-on","label":"Brake lights remaining illuminated without pedal applied","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":1078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11330869","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE BRAKES LIGHTS ARE ACTIVATED. WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT","quote_2_odi":"11278593","quote_2_text":"MY BRAKE LIGHTS STAY ON WHEN I TURN MY CAR ON. WHEN I PRESS ON THE BRAKE PEDAL MY BRAKE LIGHTS GO OUT","quote_3_odi":"11230472","quote_3_text":"WHEN I'M DRIVING AND PUT MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TURN OFF, AND WHEN I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE BRAKES AND DRIVE THEY TURN ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2008,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2008-eps-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":110,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11754894","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2008 Pontiac G6 Base, I lost electrician power to the vehicle, on my car it utilizes an electric power steering module instead of fluid and a pump","quote_2_odi":"11639911","quote_2_text":"Power steering motor went I have no power steering","quote_3_odi":"11062189","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING WENT OUT, NEARLY WENT INTO DITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2008,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2008-fuel-leak","label":"Fuel tank or fuel pump leak with gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11729897","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump defective, return hose onto the top of fuel pump starts to leak fuel","quote_2_odi":"11416582","quote_2_text":"GAS SMELLS AT REAR OF CAR","quote_3_odi":"11268315","quote_3_text":"THE SMELL OF STRONG GAS IN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2008,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2008-headlight-wiring","label":"Headlight failure from melted wiring harness connector","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11151304","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLES MAIN WIRING HARNESS FOR THE HEADLIGHTS MALFUNCTIONS","quote_2_odi":"11129671","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERSIDE HEADLIGHT LOW BEAM CONNECTOR CONTINUOUSLY MELTS AND THE LIGHT GOES OUT","quote_3_odi":"11084457","quote_3_text":"I'VE HAD TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ALMOST EVERY SIX MONTHS SINCE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE IN 2010","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2008,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2008-shift-cable","label":"Transmission shift cable and gear selector failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":1078,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11432399","quote_1_text":"The shifter is not going into the correct gear. This year vehicle has had (2) different recalls for this issue","quote_2_odi":"11219414","quote_2_text":"GEAR SHIFT LEVEL IS CONSTANTLY BREAKING","quote_3_odi":"11265450","quote_3_text":"MY SON WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND HE WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT IN THE TURN LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning indicator illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11233290","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG INDICATOR FLASHED AND REMAINED ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11181560","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11229295","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING COMES ON.. HAD IT REPALCE NOW IT HAS TO GO TO A GM DEALER THE HAVE CLEARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-brake-light-malfunction","label":"Brake lights illuminate or extinguish independent of pedal","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11701284","quote_1_text":"My brake lights are malfunctioning. It has not worked correctly in years. When you press on the brake, the brake lights turn itself off","quote_2_odi":"11098953","quote_2_text":"WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. HOWEVER, WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS NOT DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11361789","quote_3_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS NOT WORKING WHEN I STOP THE VEHICLE REPLACED BRAKE LIGHT SENSOR AND NOW THE TRUNK BRAKE LIGHT IS THE ONLY ONE WORKING REGULAR LIGHTS ALL WORK BUT THE LIGHT ON THE TRUNK IS THE ONLY BRAKE LIGHT THAT WORKS WHEN PRESSING THE FOOT PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-eps-loss-of-assist","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":125,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11719815","quote_1_text":"While driving 20 MPH or slower, the power steering assist failed to operate as needed, making it difficult to maneuver the vehicle. The vehicle was turned off and restarted for the power steering assist to become operational","quote_2_odi":"11317903","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOSS POWER STEERING ASSIST WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE THE POWER STEERING MODULE WAS REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11066123","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE POWER STEERING AND ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor from fuel tank or pump area","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11561783","quote_1_text":"Strong fuel smell from rear of Pontiac G6 near fuel tank. This is a common problem due to a cracked elbow on top of the fuel pump","quote_2_odi":"11091050","quote_2_text":"STARTED SMELLING LOUD GAS FUMES FOUND OUT IT IS A GAS TANK LEAK WAS TOLD A RECALL WAS ISSUED ABOUT THIS PROBLEM WITH PONTIAC G6 SERIES DEALER GM NOT AWARE IS THERE A RECALL TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11090373","quote_3_text":"FOR SEVERAL WEEKS, STRONG SMELL OF GAS WHEN VEHICLE IS PARKED IN GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-headlight-wiring-melt","label":"Headlight connector wiring burns and melts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11557821","quote_1_text":"Headlights are burning, melting and charged connections and causing dim lights","quote_2_odi":"11447202","quote_2_text":"Head light connector is burning out too fast. Had to replace it 2x in 1 year","quote_3_odi":"11066907","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY STOP WORKING; HAVE CHANGED THE BULBS, CLEANED THE WIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2009,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"g6-2009-shifter-cable-failure","label":"Shifter cable failure preventing park or reverse","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":712,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11491027","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while in reverse, the vehicle continued to reverse and failed to stop. The gear shifter failed to shift to the intended gear, causing the contact to use the parking brake while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11222444","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO PARK. WHILE IN A PARKING LOT, THE GEAR SHIFTER WOULD NOT MOVE INTO PARK","quote_3_odi":"11111862","quote_3_text":"AFTER SHIFTING GEARS FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE IN A PARKING LOT, MY CAR CONTINUED TO ROLL BACKWARDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-brake-light-malfunction","label":"Brake lights illuminated opposite of pedal position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11104481","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING BRAKE LIKES STAY ON. WHEN BRAKING, BRAKE LIGHT GO OFF. THEY DO OPPOSITE OF WHAT THEY SUPPOSE TO DO. GM HAS ISSUED A BULLITIN","quote_2_odi":"11115817","quote_2_text":"BRAKES LIGHT ARE ON WHEN DRIVING OR SITTING CAR RUNNING AND GO OFF WHEN BRAKE PEDAL IS PUSHED DOWN WEATHER DRIVING OR SITTING I WOULD CONSIDER THIS A HUGE SAFETY ISSUE AND I SEE ONLINE IT'S A VERY KNOW PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11103027","quote_3_text":"MY BRAKE LIGHTS COME ON AND STAY ON WHEN NO ONE IS IN THE CAR. THEY STAY ON AS YOUR GOING DOWN THE ROAD AS IF YOUR RIDING YOUR BRAKES SO THEN YOUR CRUISE CONTROL WONT ENGAGE. THE TRACTION N ESCAPE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF. MY DASH LIGHTS WILL COME ON ONE MINUTE THEN GO BACK OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-electrical-warning-indicators","label":"Multiple warning indicators illuminating simultaneously","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10641323","quote_1_text":"POWER ADAPTER WENT OUT FIRST AND FUSES BLOW AND SPARK WHEN REPLACED, AUGUST 2014 RADIO AND CLOCK QUIT WORKING, BLINKERS FLASH BUT DO NOT DING WHEN ON, KEY IN IGNITION WITH DOOR OPEN DOES NOT DING, AND TODAY OCTOBER 3, 2014 THE SERVICE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND STAYS ON. ARE","quote_2_odi":"11197124","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G6. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_3_odi":"10872065","quote_3_text":"AFTER REPLACING THE FUSE BOX, WIRING HARNESS, AND FUSES ON MY FUSE BOX IN THE TRUNK OF MY G6 I HAVE HAD NO SATISFACTION AS TO THE PROBLEM BEING REMEDIED THAT CONTINUES TO CAUSE SITUATIONS THAT COULD BE DETRIMENTAL TO MYSELF AND MY FAMILY. I CANNOT AFFORD TO RUN RIGHT OUT AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-esc-warning-light-illumination","label":"Electronic stability control warning light illumination","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10748867","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING SERVICE POWER STEERING SERVICE ESC AUDIBLE AND VISUAL ALARMS RECEIVED. LOST POWER STEERING/VERY HARD TO STEER. TURNED CAR OFF RESTARTED THEN HAD NO ISSUES. THEN SEVERAL HOURS LATER HAD SAME ISSUE OCCURRED...TURNED CAR OFF/ON AND POWER STEERING RESTORED. THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11164201","quote_2_text":"'ESC OFF' WAS DISPLAYED SHORTLY AFTER THE CAR WAS TURNED ON, WHILE IT WAS PARKED. I WAS UNABLE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL. IT TOOK MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS OF TURNING THE CAR ON AND OFF IN ORDER TO BE ABLE TO MOVE THE STEERING WHEEL. I RESEARCHED IT AND PONTIAC HAS RECALLED SIMILAR ESC","quote_3_odi":"11139504","quote_3_text":"WHEN CAR IS IN MOTION, \"SERVICE ESC\" APPEARS ON THE DISPLAY SCREEN. IT FLASHES \"SERVICE ESC..... TRACTION OFF...... ESC OFF\". THIS DISPLAY WILL DISAPPEAR WHEN CAR IS TURNED OFF AND WILL SPORADICALLY OCCUR WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel system odor and leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10985742","quote_1_text":"RECENTLY NOTICED FUEL SMELL COMING FROM VEHICLE. AWARE OF RECALL DONE IN 2012 FOR ISSUE WITH FUEL PUMP I BELIEVE THIS IS A RELATED ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11078914","quote_2_text":"A FEW MONTHS AGO I STARTED SMELLING FUEL FROM MY PARKED VEHICLE. AS TIME HAS GONE ON IT HAS GOTTEN WORSE, AND MY CAR IS BEGINNING TO LOSE POWER AND FAIL TO RUN PROPERLY. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED BY A MECHANIC THAT THE SMELL IS COMING FROM A SMALL FUEL LEAK COMING FROM A CONNECTOR ON","quote_3_odi":"11121052","quote_3_text":"MY CAR STARTED SMELLING OF GAS. ANOTHER MECHANIC NOTICED A SLOW GAS LEAK. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD IT'S THE FUEL PUMP. I SEE THAT A RECALL HAD BEEN DONE ON EARLIER YEARS OF MY MODEL BUT NOT THE 2010. GIVEN THAT THERE HAS BEEN NO IMPACT TO THE VEHICLE, IT APPEARS TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and connector failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10644274","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHT CONNECTIONS EASILY BECOME CORRODED AND BURNS OUT THE CONNECTION AND THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT WILL NOT WORK. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10703990","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT BULBS FOR BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES NEED TO BE REPLACED REPEATEDLY. THE PIGTAIL SOCKET FOR THE BULB APPEARS TO HAVE OVERHEATED. I HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 3 YEARS AND REPLACED HEADLIGHT BULBS SIX TIMES. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10927411","quote_3_text":"2 YEARS AGO,I HAD TO REPLACE THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT LIGHT HARNESS. I NOW HAVE TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT LIGHT HARNESS.THIS SHOULD NOT BE HAPPENING.I REPLACED THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT ONLY FOR IT TO NOT WORK 2 DAYS LATER.THIS HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":140,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10658668","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G6. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN AND THE POWER STEERING AND ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR","quote_2_odi":"10661768","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWNHILL AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR WENT OFF AND THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO TURN, SHORTY FOLLOWED BY THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR. I PULLED OFF ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD AND TURNED THE","quote_3_odi":"11734267","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Pontiac G6. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost electric power steering assist. The electronic stability control (ESC) and traction control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"G6","model_slug":"g6","cluster_id":"pontiac-g6-2010-powertrain-stall-transmission","label":"Transmission and powertrain warning indicator failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10630386","quote_1_text":"WAS PARKED IN FRIENDS DRIVEWAY, EMERGENCY BRAKE ENGAGED. STARTED CAR AND DEPRESSED BRAKE AND RELEASED EMERGENCY BRAKE, THEN SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND BACKED OUT OF DRIVEWAY. WHEN I SHIFTED FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE THE CAR DIED. I PUT IT IN PARK AND RESTARTED.. ENGINE WAS RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11143731","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STATIONARY, IN THE REVERSE POSITION, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN THE DRIVE POSITION BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS PUSHED","quote_3_odi":"10892949","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC G6. WHILE THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE ESC, TRACTION CONTROL, AND ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CRUISE CONTROL DEACTIVATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SIDE OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/g6","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11286297","quote_1_text":"2010 PONTIAC VIBE STRUCK VEHICLE THAT CROSSED INTO RIGHT OF WAY OF PONTIAC VIBE AT 25 TO 30 MILES PER HOUR. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AT DASHBOARD NOR DID SEAT BELT LOCK UPON IMPACT. VEHICLE UNDERWENT AIRBAG INFLATOR REPLACEMENT MAY 24TH 2018 PER RECALL #17477 PARTS 77204 AS LISTED","quote_2_odi":"10567402","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, A SECOND VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVER SIDE REAR DOOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE FRONT, SIDE CURTAIN AND SEAT AIR BAGS ALL FAILED TO DEPLOY. A REAR","quote_3_odi":"10492323","quote_3_text":"DRIVING IN A LIGHT RAIN, I LOST CONTROL AT 75MPH AND HIT THE REAR OF A SEMI TRAILER. THE CAR STARTED TO SLIDE SIDEWAYS AND I PRESSED THE BRAKES HARD AND THE CAR BEGAN TO SKID. THE SKID CONTINUED UNTIL MY CAR REACHED THE SHOULDER, WHEREUPON IT BEGAN TO ROLL. THE CAR ROLLED A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-esc-warning-lights","label":"Electronic stability control warning light activation","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11123898","quote_1_text":"VSC OFF STABILITY INDICATOR - TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM TCS WARNING LIGHTS AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS GO ON INDICATE SYSTEM FAILURE IN THE RAIN OR AFTER A EXTENDED SPELL OF VERY HUMID WEATHER. WHILE DASH LIGHTS ARE ON THERE IS NO ANTILOCK OR STABILITY. THIS HAS BEEN AN ONGOING","quote_2_odi":"10851773","quote_2_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, VSC, AND TSS ALL ILLUMINATE ON DASH. THEN THE CAR EXPERIENCES A DOWN SHIFT IN THE TRANSMISSION TO A LOWER GEAR, ENGINE REV'S TO A HIGH RPM SLOWING THE CAR DOWN. AFTER THE CAR STOPS FORWARD PROGRESS, CAR IDLES VERY ROUGH AND MAY STALL. THE FIRST TIME HIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11151966","quote_1_text":"BURNING EXCESSIVE OIL. SAME ENGINE AS THE TOYOTA 2AZ-FE. GM WILL NOT HONOR EXTENDED WARRENTY","quote_2_odi":"10655272","quote_2_text":"ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION, SINCE THE LAST OIL CHANGED ( 5,000 MILES ) THE OIL LEVEL WAS ALMOST EMPTY, THE OIL USED SINCE NEW IS SYNTHETIC AND THE RECOMMENDED GRADE BY MANUFACTURER. CAR ONLY HAS 36, 000 MILES AND OIL HAS BEEN CHANGE EVERY 5000 MILES AS RECOMMENDED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10598725","quote_3_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE, OIL WAS AT EMPTY LEVEL AFTER ONLY 2500 MILES FROM LAST OIL CHANGE. USED RECOMMENDED SYNTHETIC OIL, CAR HAS BEEN SERVICED ON A REGULAR BASIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-service-brakes-malfunction","label":"Service brake malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10445096","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER, THE BRAKES WOULD MALFUNCTION. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST BUT THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT REFERENCED NHTSA","quote_2_odi":"10313570","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES IN THE CAR APPEAR NOT TO BEGIN BRAKING EVERY TIME RIGHT AWAY WHEN THE PEDAL IS APPLIED. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11078498","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE AND 3 MONTHS LATER THE FRONT END OF THE CAR STARTED SHAKING REAL BAD SO I CALLED UP KOEHNE AUTO TO TELL THEM AND THEY WOULDN'T AS MUCH AS TALE IT FOR A TEST DRIVE TO SEE WHAT I WAS TALKING ABOUT. THEY KEPT ON LOOKING AT THE FRONT END AND KEPT TELLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-steering-column-rattle","label":"Steering column rattle","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11244493","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL RATTLES BADLY. THIS HAPPENS WHEN DRIVING AND ALSO WHEN MOVING THE STEERING WHEEL SIDE TO SIDE WHILE STATIONARY. ALSO SHUDDERS WHEN BRAKING","quote_2_odi":"11010467","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A PERSISTENT RATTLE COMING FROM DIRECTLY BEHIND THE STEERING WHEEL. ESPECIALLY NOTICEABLE AT SPEEDS <35 MPH AND/OR DRIVING OVER BUMPY PAVEMENT. WHEN THE RATTLE IS OCCURRING, THE STEERING COLUMN FEELS LIKE IT OSCILLATING VERY QUICKLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-takata-airbag-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11000410","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I FIRST RECEIVED MY SAFETY RECALL NOTICE IN JULY 2016 AND MY SECOND NOTICE IN MAY 2017. BOTH TIMES I WAS INFORMED THAT I WOULD RECEIVE A CALL WHEN THE PARTS CAME IN BUT THE CALL NEVER CAME AND THE REPAIR NEVER DONE. YESTERDAY I WENT BEYOND THE DEALERSHIP AND SPOKE","quote_2_odi":"10928585","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_3_odi":"10917924","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. COMPANY IS NOT DOING ENOUGH FOR CUSTOMERS TO REMEDY THE SITUATION. RECALL LETTER IS JULY 2016, THIS HAS BEEN 4 MONTHS WITHOUT THE USE OF MY FRONT SEAT. I'VE CALLED BOTH MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP AS WELL AS GM CORPORATE AND THEY ARE UNWILLING TO PROVIDE A RENTAL OR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-vehicle-speed-control-recall","label":"Unintended acceleration and accelerator pedal recall","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2012-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10432731","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WHILE THE CONTACT WAS BRAKING. THE ENGINE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF FOR THE ACCELERATION TO STOP. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER TEST DROVE THE VEHICLE BUT WAS","quote_2_odi":"10392132","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT A MINIMALLY LOW SPEED WHEN THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED TO 20 MPH. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES WOULD NOT STOP THE VEHICLE AND WERE ALSO DEFECTIVE. THE FLOOR MAT HAD CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR TO BECOME","quote_3_odi":"10325834","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED RECALL REPAIRS UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 10V024000 (VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: ACCELERATOR PEDAL) AND THE DEALER REMOVED THE DRIVERS SIDE FLOOR MATS TO PREVENT POSSIBLE UNWANTED ACCELERATION. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2010,"make":"Pontiac","make_slug":"pontiac","model":"Vibe","model_slug":"vibe","cluster_id":"pontiac-vibe-2010-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield and rear wiper failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10694470","quote_1_text":"UPON PURCHASING A USED PONTIAC VIBE I NOTICED THE REAR WIPER WAS INOPERABLE. I CHECKED THE FUSE AND IT DID NOT REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. I REPLACED THE MOTOR WITH A REFURBISHED ONE FROM AN AUTO PARTS STORE, YET THE REAR WIPER IS STILL INOPERABLE. A RATTLING NOISE IS ALSO COMING FROM","quote_2_odi":"10349619","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 PONTIAC VIBE. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 65 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER WHEN THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS FAILED. THE WIPERS REMAINED STUCK IN POSITION FOR APPROXIMATELY THIRTY MINUTES BEFORE RESUMING NORMAL OPERATION. THE FAILURE RECURRED AND THE WIPERS REMAINED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/pontiac/vibe","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/pontiac"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Low-speed acceleration hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2011-09","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10401992","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP INTERMITTENTLY. VEHICLE HESITATES/ BOGS DOWN FOR 5 TO 8 SECONDS BEFORE ACCELERATING REGARDLESS OF THE THROTTLE POSITION","quote_2_odi":"10423070","quote_2_text":"WHEN ROLLING SLOWLY (<15MPH) 1-2 SECOND STALL/BOG AFTER PRESSING ACCELERATOR BEFORE CAR ACCELERATES, CREATING A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE ESP WHEN MERGING WITH TRAFFIC, CHANGING LANES, ETC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-camshaft-bolt-failure","label":"Camshaft adjuster bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10956246","quote_1_text":"LATE 2010 TO EARLY 2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE VEHICLES WITH V8 ENGINES HAVE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT WITH BOLTS THAT HOLD THE CAMSHAFT ADJUSTERS. THE WEAK BOLTS IN QUESTION ARE MADE OF ALUMINUM AND HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING FAILURES WHERE THEY SHEER OFF, CAUSING CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE TO THE","quote_2_odi":"11011342","quote_2_text":"THE BOLTS ON THE CAMSHAFT CONTROLLER BROKE INSIDE OF MY ENGINE. WHEN THIS HAPPENED, I WAS DRIVING SOUTHBOUND ON THE 405 FREEWAY IN LOS ANGELES, CA. THE CAR VIOLENTLY JERKED AND THEN STALLED ON THE FREEWAY","quote_3_odi":"11055490","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V368000 (ENGINE). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-coolant-pipe-leak","label":"Coolant pipe and tubing leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11183714","quote_1_text":"THE COOLANT PIPE DESIGN IS FLAWED. THE BARB IS GLUED AND PRESSED IN THE ALUMINUM BODY. OVER TIME THE GLUE LOSES ITS PROPERTIES AND THE BARB COMES OUT THUS CAUSING MASSIVE COOLANT LEAK AND THE ENGINE CAN OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"10762247","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE ROAD IN A REMOTE NATIONAL PARK, THE TUBING THAT RETURNS COOLANT TO THE ENGINE BLOCK FROM THE RADIATOR ON MY 2011 PORSCHE CAYENNE S COMPLETELY BLEW APART","quote_3_odi":"10949611","quote_3_text":"THE COOLANT PIPE CRACKS AND CAUSE LEAK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-dash-leather-airbag-shrinkage","label":"Dashboard leather shrinkage near passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11627391","quote_1_text":"The original Porsche leather upper dashboard has shrunk, causing exposed staples, and rippling of the leather , including rippling and bunching of the leather that is covering the passenger dash airbag assembly","quote_2_odi":"11627588","quote_2_text":"Porsche dash material is separating from the substrate of the structure. This material is directly between the airbag and the now loose material on the surface of the dash (leather)","quote_3_odi":"11626222","quote_3_text":"The leather on my Porsche Cayenne dashboard has shrunk and is pulling away from the front of the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11656251","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Porsche Cayenne S. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights failed to illuminate properly. The contact stated that there was water intrusion in the headlight housings","quote_2_odi":"11522393","quote_2_text":"2011 Porsche Cayenne S Model- Consumer is writing in reference to Porsche Recall ANB4","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"2011-porsche-cayenne-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure and jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11141928","quote_1_text":"TRANSFER CASE FAILURE. THERE IS AN ACKNOWLEDGMENT BY PORSCHE OF AN ASSOCIATED DEFECT OF THE TRANSFER CASE DESIGN AND A RELATED WORKSHOP BULLETIN (WB) WHEN REPLACING THE TRANSFER CASE","quote_2_odi":"11073089","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSFER CASE IN THIS CAR IS FAILING AT 50,000 MILES LEADING TO POTENTIAL LOCK UP OF WHEELS, AXLES, OR TOTAL BREAKDOWN/SHUTDOWN AT HIGHWAY SPEED IF NOT CORRECTED","quote_3_odi":"11521164","quote_3_text":"I have a 2011 model Porsche Cayenne S. From the service records, I can tell the car has had two transfer cases already replaced and is in need of another","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2012,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2012-airbag-dash-trim","label":"Airbag deployment and dashboard trim wear","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11632899","quote_1_text":"Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and staples pulled out around passenger side airbag. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly","quote_2_odi":"10884797","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 (NA) PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11246515","quote_3_text":"DASH BOARD LEATHER IS PEELING AND SHRINKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2012,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2012-camshaft-bolt-failure","label":"Camshaft adjuster bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11329783","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S HYBRID. IT IS SUFFERING FROM THE DEFECT DESCRIBED IN THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN: 17V36800. THE BOLTS THAT HOLD THE CAMSHAFT IN PLACE HAVE SHEARED OFF","quote_2_odi":"10469096","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE OF MY PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO WAS SHUT OFF COMPLETELY WHILE TURNING LEFT ON A TWO-LANE HIGHWAY. THE OPPOSITE CAR HAD TO VEERED OFF TO AVOID COLLISION. THE CAR KEPT MOVING FORWARD UNTIL IT HIT THE CURB","quote_3_odi":"11054502","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 PORSCHE CAYENNE S. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V368000 (ENGINE). THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2012,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2012-hybrid-electrical-faults","label":"Hybrid drivetrain and electrical system faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11165314","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE SUFFERS UNKNOWN HYBRID SYSTEM FAILURE. IT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO LOSE POWER ABRUPTLY WHILE IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY OR ON A CITY STREET WITHOUT ANY PRIOR WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10960415","quote_2_text":"GPS MALFUNCTION WHILE DRIVING , SERVICE TEST NO ERROR CODE BUT VISIBLE GPS MALFUNCTION ! MANUFACTURE CAN'T IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM SUGGEST TO REPLACE THE NEW PCM","quote_3_odi":"11217457","quote_3_text":"HYBRID DEFAULT MULTIPLE TIMES IN PAST YEARS ELECTRICAL SYSTEM? FAULT GENERATOR CHECK ENGINE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2012,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2012-seat-memory-malfunction","label":"Power seat and comfort entry malfunction","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11270126","quote_1_text":"POWER DRIVERS SEAT MOVED FORE/AFT AND UP/DOWN WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY ON 10.22.2019 ON ITS OWN. MOVING DRIVER AWAY FROM CONTACT WITH EITHER BRAKE OR GAS PEDAL AND A UNNATURALLY LONG REACH TO STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10449465","quote_2_text":"I RECENTLY PURCHASED PORSCHE CAYENNE S 2012 AND I'M HAPPY ABOUT THE SUV BUT THE COMFORT ENTRY FEATURE DOES NOT WORK ALL THE TIME SO I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND DEALER ALSO ACKNOWLEDGED THE PROBLEM BUT DIDN'T OFFER ANY SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2012,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2012-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11321883","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSFER CASE IS FAULTY. IT WAS REPLACED AT 26,000 MILES AND NOW IT IS ACTING THE SAME WAY AGAIN AT 48.000 MILES. I WAS ENTERING THE HWY AND THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD AND SUDDENLY LOST POWER BEFORE JUMPING INTO GEAR","quote_2_odi":"11157213","quote_2_text":"THE PORSCHE DEALER INFORMED ME THE BUMPING NOISE WHILE ACCELERATING IS THE TRANSFER CASE. IT IS A COMMON PROBLEM ON ALL 2012 CAYENNE CARS. THE TRANSFER CASE WILL MAKE THE BUMPING NOISE WHEN ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"11066573","quote_3_text":"IT IS A VERY COMMON PROBLEM FOR 2011+ CAYENNE THAT HAS THE TRANSFER CASE PROBLEM. THE CAR WON'T ACCELERATE SMOOTHLY DURING 1-2 GEAR AND 3-4-5 GEAR. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS WHILE TRYING TO MERGE ON THE FREEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2013,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2013-dash-leather-airbag-misalignment","label":"Leather dashboard cover misalignment over airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11684455","quote_1_text":"The factory leather dashboard has detached/ungluded in places both on the driver and passenger side. Now the dashboard cover in the passenger area does not properly line up and has bubbled up on top of the passenger air bag door","quote_2_odi":"11636420","quote_2_text":"Leather dashboard cover is separating from the dashboard with staples being pulled up. I am concerned the airbag in the dash may deploy improperly and/or dangerously","quote_3_odi":"11652153","quote_3_text":"Porsche dashboard leather has shrunk and now doesn’t properly cover airbag which is a major safety hazard. Porsche said they would not cover cost to replace which they quoted $9k. There are tons of reports of this happening to other Porsche cayenne owners and need to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2013,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2013-driver-seat-belt-unlatch","label":"Driver seat belt unlatching during use","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11609423","quote_1_text":"Just purchased this vehicle from an independent dealer. Each time I test drove the vehicle, I put my seat belt on and after a few seconds of driving the driver's seat belt would come unlatched","quote_2_odi":"11331553","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT UNLATCHES, EVEN WHEN IT APPEARS TO HAVE BEEN PROPERLY LATCHED AND I PULL ON IT TO CONFIRM THAT IT IS LATCHED. THIS HAPPENS WHETHER OR NOT THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11315886","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SECURE THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE INTO THE RECEIVER, THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LATCH. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2013,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2013-fuel-gauge-malfunction","label":"Fuel gauge misreading fuel level","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10695146","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 PORSCHE CAYENNE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS REFUELED, THE FUEL GAUGE REGISTERED AS FULL AND REMAINED ON THE SAME LEVEL AFTER DRIVING 90 MILES OR MORE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FUEL LEVEL WOULD DROP DRASTICALLY WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11269283","quote_2_text":"FUEL GAUGE MALFUNCTION,ENGINE LIGHT GOES ON,THE VEHICLE THEN HESITATED AND JERKS WHEN I DRIVE IT IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11258537","quote_3_text":"VEHCILE IS SHOWING FAULTY FUEL GAUGE AND SUSPENSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2013,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2013-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11615239","quote_1_text":"The Drive train consists of an engine, transmission, transfercase, driveshafts and differentials. The Transfercase has failed prior to the normal life cycle. Porsche recognizes this problem on this series of SUV and extends the warranty for 10 years and unlimited mileage","quote_2_odi":"11325912","quote_2_text":"MULTIPLE TRANSFER CASE FAILURES. FIRST AT 50K MILES (SLIPPING BETWEEN GEARS, FOLLOWED BY A SEVERE JOLT AS THE GEAR FINALLY CHANGED)'TRANSFER CASE WAS REPLACED AT MY EXPENSE ($7000K LATER). SECOND FAILURE OCCURRED LESS THAN 6 MONTHS LATER AT 55K MILES (SEVERE JOLT WHEN SHIFTING","quote_3_odi":"11191076","quote_3_text":"TRANSFER CASE FAILING 43,000 MILES. TOXIC FUMES ENTERING CABIN, VEHICLE JERKS AND AND DOES NOT FUNCTION. WIFE WAS ALMOST KILLED AS VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE OUT OF THE WAY OF A SEMI- TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-accel-lag-emissions-fix","label":"Acceleration lag following diesel emissions fix","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11267682","quote_1_text":"HUGE LAG WHEN PRESSING ON ACCELERATION PETAL WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC FROM A STOP. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME. IT IS INTERMITTENT","quote_2_odi":"11267685","quote_2_text":"HUGE LAG WHEN PRESSING ON ACCELERATION PETAL WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC FROM A STOP. IT DOES NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME. IT IS INTERMITTENT. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN MORE FREQUENTLY WHEN YOU ARE TURNING RIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11101214","quote_3_text":"PORSCHE DIESEL EMISSION COMPLIANT FIX: - PORSCHE WAS REQUIRED TO APPLY EMISSION FIX TO 2014 CAYENNE DIESEL - DIESEL EMISSION SETTLEMENT REQUIREMENT IS THE EMISSION FIX \"..WILL NOT RESULT IN ANY NOTICEABLE CHANGES TO THE DRIVING CHARACTERISTICS..\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-dashboard-leather-airbag","label":"Dashboard leather shrinkage exposing airbag path","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11666724","quote_1_text":"Posche dashboard leather coming apart at the staples. I was informed that if involved in an accident the airbags might not deploy. The Porsche dealer inspected and recommended replacing it","quote_2_odi":"11636428","quote_2_text":"Leather dashboard is shrinking. The cut out for the passenger airbag is no longer in line and will likely result in the airbag not deploying correctly","quote_3_odi":"11627071","quote_3_text":"Leather of the dashboard began to shrink on both driver and passenger sides. The shrunk leather exposed metal staples used to keep it in place and disfigured the passenger airbag compartment","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-diesel-fuel-stall","label":"Diesel fuel system stall and no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11589558","quote_1_text":"Catastrophic failure of Bosch CP4 high-pressure fuel pump in my 2014 Porsche Diesel Cayenne. Resulted in metal shavings/shrapnel throughout entire fuel system. Car abruptly stalled while pulling out of parking lot and was unable to restart","quote_2_odi":"10561242","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WOULD NOT START AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS. THE SUV NEEDED TO BE TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THE FUEL GELLED AND RECOMMENDED THAT \"I\" HAVE THE FUEL STATION PLACE THE 'CORRECT ADDITIVE' TO THE DIESEL FUEL","quote_3_odi":"10695223","quote_3_text":"I WAS EXITING THE HIGHWAY INTO A REST AREA, AND AT ABOUT 30-35MPH THE CAR'S ENGINE SUDDENLY CUT OUT. ALL THE DASHBOARD WARNING LIGHTS LIT UP, THE POWER STEERING FAILED, AND EVEN WITH THE BRAKE TO THE FLOOR THE CAR WOULD BARELY SLOW DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-fuel-gauge-fault","label":"Fuel gauge inaccuracy and fault warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11183504","quote_1_text":"FUEL GAUGE INACCURACY. FUEL GAUGE DANCING THEN SHOWS FUEL GAUGE FAULT","quote_2_odi":"11144814","quote_2_text":"FUEL GUAGE ERROR EVEN WHEN TANK IS MORE THAN HALF FULL, FUEL GAUGE ERROR POPS UP INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11173586","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE CITY STREET FOR ABOUT 10 MINUTES WHEN A MESSAGE \"FAULT-FUEL GAUGE\" POPPED UP ON MY INSTRUMENT CLUSTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11545095","quote_1_text":"The sunroof exploded going down the highway for no reason. It exploded from the inside outward","quote_2_odi":"10806392","quote_2_text":"ON 11/19/2015 AT APPROX 7:20AM WHILE DRIVING THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF EMPLODED ON IT'S OWN, NOTHING HIT IT FROM THE OUTSIDE OR INSIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case failure causing acceleration shudder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11172294","quote_1_text":"FAILURE OF TRANSFER CASE IN TRANSMISSION AT 74000 MILES. THIS IS A WELL DESCRIBED PROBLEM AND THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF SIMILAR COMPLAINTS ON THE INTERNET IN PORSCHE CAYENNES","quote_2_odi":"11245306","quote_2_text":"COMMON PROBLEM, THE TRANFER CASE BREAKS DOWN CAUSING LOSS OF CONTROL WHILE DRIVING. AS A RESULT OF THE PROBLEM THE VEHICLE CAN LURCH FORWARD AND ALSO FAIL TO ACCELERATE CAUSING SAFETY ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"11015983","quote_3_text":"CAR RATTLES AND SHAKES SIGNIFICANTLY (ESPECIALLY THE REAR WHEELS) DURING ACCELERATION. TOOK THE CAR TO DEALER INFORMED ME THAT IT IS THE 'TRANSFER BOX' THAT HAS FAILED AND IT IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2014,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"porsche-cayenne-2014-water-intrusion-lighting","label":"Water intrusion causing rear lighting failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11614240","quote_1_text":"Last week I took my car to car wash, After that my right passenger side light went off. water went in the rear sound control module and I lost sound too","quote_2_odi":"11502368","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed while depressing the brake pedal, the brake lights became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11452844","quote_3_text":"After going through the car wash, I lost my rear brake lights and rear running lights. Still have the third brake light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2016,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2016-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation on throttle input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11463632","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would hesitate to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. On one occasion while driving, the failure","quote_2_odi":"11435158","quote_2_text":"When slowing almost to a stop, and then need to accelerate, such as slowing for a yield sign, then trying to merge, vehicle is non responsive to throttle input for at least a second, or more. This has put me and others at risk because I assume I'm going to be able to accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11076124","quote_3_text":"CAR LOST ALL ACCELERATION AND ENGINE SHUT COMPLETELY OFF HAPPENS FREQUENTLY. CAR ON SEPARATE OCCASION SIEVED AND SHOOK VIOLENTLY TO A STOP ON THE ROAD MULTIPLE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2016,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2016-auto-stop-start-lurch","label":"Auto start-stop causes lurch or steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10817114","quote_1_text":"AUTO START STOP FUNCTION. WHEN APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT, THE ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF WHILE CAR IS STILL MOVING SLOWLY. YOU LOSE ABILITY TO STEER VEHICLE WHILE MOVING (ALBEIT SLOWLY) WHEN THE AUTO START/STOP FUNCTION ENGAGES. THIS FUNCTION SHOULD ONLY OCCUR WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"11081600","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS AUTO ENGINE OFF WHEN STOPPED. FEATURE IS ON BY DEFAULT. DRIVER MUST REMEMBER TO CUT FEATURE OFF EACH TIME VEHICLE IS CRANKED. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THIS FEATURE HAS BEEN HAZARDOUS. WHEN STOPPING ON OPEN ROAD TO TURN ACROSS TRAFFIC THE STEERING WHEEL BINDS WHEN POWER","quote_3_odi":"11265427","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 PORSCHE CAYENNE. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED, IT JUMPED OR LURCHED FORWARD FIVE TO SIX FEET WHILE STOPPED. ON ONE OCCASION, THE VEHICLE LURCHED FORWARD AND SLIGHTLY STRUCK THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER AFTER SHE HAD DROPPED HER OFF. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2016,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2016-dash-leather-airbag-risk","label":"Dashboard leather shrinkage risks airbag deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11695576","quote_1_text":"passenger side leather covered dashboard delaminated making air bag deployment inpossible","quote_2_odi":"11626837","quote_2_text":"The dashboard leather has shrunk and the staples are beginning to pull out. I have read that this may keep the dashboard airbag from property deploying in the case of an accident. This is a common issue and the dealers are recommending replacement","quote_3_odi":"11608655","quote_3_text":"Dear NHTSA, I am writing to express a serious safety concern regarding the dashboard of my 2016 Porsche Cayenne S. The leather on the dash has begun to shrink and is no longer fitted properly. This misalignment is causing me significant worry about the potential impact on airbag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2016,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2016-headlight-condensation","label":"Headlight water condensation and fogging","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11562147","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that water had leaked inside the front driver's side and passenger's side headlamps. The contact stated that the failure caused the headlights to become foggy and significantly dim, reducing the visibility of the","quote_2_odi":"11506274","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that moisture was entering the headlights on both sides of the vehicle. Over time, the condensation in the passenger’s side headlight was burned out with a message on the instrument panel. The manufacturer was notified","quote_3_odi":"11455691","quote_3_text":"the driver receives a warning light in the instrument panel left tail light is defective, and then right tail light defective. Some times tail light works and does not when car is in cold weather Was told that both tail lights were defective and would have to be replaced at a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2016,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2016-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case slippage and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11525322","quote_1_text":"At slow speed, under acceleration, the transfer case slips, and makes a thumping noise. Over time, the car has poor acceleration when trying to get up to speed with other cars. The dealer has confirmed that this is a problem with Porsche Cayennes. Thank you","quote_2_odi":"11267365","quote_2_text":"42,000 MILES ON THE 2016 CAYENNE GTS. $110,000 ORIGINAL STICKER. TRANSFER CASE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ($5,000+ CHARGE). SERVICE REP TOLD ME THEY REPLACE 5 TRANSFER CASES EACH WEEK AT JUST THEIR DEALERSHIP. CLEARLY A DEFECT THAT SHOULD BE SUBJECT TO RECALL. HE KNEW IN 5 SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"11042194","quote_3_text":"LAST WEEK I HAD MY CAR FOR 20000 MILE SERVICE AND THE TECHNICIAN NOTICED VIBRATION WITH ACCELERATION AND ADVISED THE TRANSFER CASE BE REPLACED WHICH WAS DONE 10/28. I CONTACTED PORSCHE USA AS I WAS CONCERNED WITH THIS BEING A RELATIVELY NEW VEHICLE AND THE PROBLEM WITH TRANSFER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-backup-camera-recall","label":"Rear-view camera failure under back-over recall","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11425366","quote_1_text":"The surround video camera system frequently fails. One, several and sometimes all cameras randomly fail when triggered by placing transmission in reverse to park. Image is replaced by icon of camera with diagonal line through it. The dealer has attempted to fix this problem 4","quote_2_odi":"11752100","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in reverse(R), the back-over prevention camera failed to provide a rear-view image. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention); and associated","quote_3_odi":"11721015","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact called a local dealer and the manufacturer but was advised that the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-dash-leather-airbag","label":"Leather dashboard delamination above airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11737472","quote_1_text":"The leather dash is peeling irregularly and will not deploy the passenger airbag properly if vehicle is involved in an accident and could result in death of a passenger. Serious problem with Cayenne SUV’s and Porsche refuses to address the problem with multiple complaints from","quote_2_odi":"11710843","quote_2_text":"SAFETY ASSESSMENT: 2019 Porsche Cayenne S Dashboard Material Failure Vehicle Identification: VIN [XXX] , Current Odometer: 46639 Assessment Date: 12/11/2025 Evaluator: [XXX] , Registered Owner/Operator ________________________________________ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The dashboard","quote_3_odi":"11655986","quote_3_text":"the dashboard has a fitted leather coating covering the airbag... the leather and its surrounding seals has melted.. almost entirely.. and it is rippled and uneven all around... this is widespread for these models and may cause problems with the airbag in the dash...the airbag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-driver-assist-fault-loop","label":"Driver-assistance system fault message loop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11306756","quote_1_text":"THERE'S A ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE. PERIODICALLY, THESE ERROR MESSAGES RUN IN A CONTINUES LOOP( ACC NOT AVAILABLE, HIGH BEAM ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE, DRIVING LIGHT CONTROL ERROR, PAS RESTRICTED AND CAMERA SYSTEM RESTRICTED). THE LOCAL DEALERS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO FIX THE","quote_2_odi":"11462580","quote_2_text":"THERE'S AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE (it is an E-Hybrid) with ERROR MESSAGES THAT RUN IN A CONTINUOUS LOOP (ACC NOT AVAILABLE, PAS RESTRICTED, DRIVING LIGHT CONTROL ERROR, HIGH BEAM ASSIST NOT AVAILABLE, LANE KEEP ASSIST RESTRICTED). THE LOCAL DEALER HAS NOT YET BEEN","quote_3_odi":"11425770","quote_3_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? ACC Radar gats uncalibrated How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? no at all Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-headlight-water-intrusion","label":"Headlight water intrusion and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11671492","quote_1_text":"Seals around both headlights appear to be improperly/weakly sealed. Water intrusion is coming in from light rain or even a car wash causing entire headlight system to shut off until the moisture dries up often while driving. This vehicle has matrix adaptive led headlights and","quote_2_odi":"11340646","quote_2_text":"MATRIX HEADLIGHTS DO NOT WORK, AT ALL. NIGHTTIME DRIVING IS DANGEROUS WITHOUT THESE HEADLIGHTS","quote_3_odi":"11364031","quote_3_text":"TAILLIGHTS GETTING CONDENSATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-lithium-battery-shutdown","label":"LiFePO4 auxiliary battery shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11540201","quote_1_text":"Porsches with LiFePO4 Lithium batteries (like mine 2019 Cayenne S) have a software/hardware error that causes the battery to incorrectly send a code to the battery management system so that it will suddenly shutdown the battery permanently and will require a full battery","quote_2_odi":"11513665","quote_2_text":"Car died suddenly at a traffic light stop. It was later diagnosed by dealership that the battery and starter have failed","quote_3_odi":"11532271","quote_3_text":"In September 2022 the yellow battery warning light appeared on my dash while my car was still under warranty. Porsche had an open Campaign WMJ9 that involved a software update that resolved the issue. Last month, June, while my car was now out of warranty the same yellow warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-lunge-at-stop","label":"Vehicle lunge or lurch when coming to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11609566","quote_1_text":"When car downshifts from 2nd gear to 1st gear, it lunges / jerks forward, even as brakes are applied. Porsche mechanic and Porsche Cars North America both indicate nothing is wrong with the transmission. THIS IS A CONSTANT ISSUE. EVERYDAY FOR THE LAST TWO WEEKS. EVERY STOP","quote_2_odi":"11476696","quote_2_text":"The vehicle lurches forward dangerously when coming to a complete stop. The brakes seem to release as the vehicle lurches forward","quote_3_odi":"11439727","quote_3_text":"When braking to a stop, the car lunges forward even when foot is on the brake. This occurs at slower speeds around 5mph right before a dead stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-sudden-drivetrain-52k","label":"Sudden transmission failure near 52,000 miles","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731119","quote_1_text":"At approximately 52,000 miles, the vehicle experienced a sudden catastrophic transmission / driveline failure while in use. The failure created serious concern about safe operation and reliability and left the vehicle disabled or unsafe to continue driving normally. An","quote_2_odi":"11734234","quote_2_text":"sudden total drivetrain failure at 52k mi with no warning, child passenger, prior dealer-documented leak that was not escalated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2019,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2019-water-pump-vacuum","label":"Water pump seal leak into brake vacuum system","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11698394","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2019 Porsche Cayenne S on the freeway, the check-engine light came on, followed by a message on the dashboard that read “Engine Control fault – Driving permitted – Visit workshop.” Moments later, the vehicle suddenly lost power and decelerated from about ~75 mph","quote_2_odi":"11747045","quote_2_text":"2019 Porsche Cayenne Turbo (EA825 4.0L V8, VIN [XXX]). Vacuum-actuated water pump seal failure caused coolant infiltration of the vacuum system on two separate occasions during the CPO warranty period. The vacuum system on this engine supplies the brake servo (brake booster) — a","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup and surround-view camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11754655","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Cayenne. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V896000 (Back Over Prevention). The contact stated that the rear-view camera became inoperable while reversing and then turned on","quote_2_odi":"11660019","quote_2_text":"Rearview- back up camera works intermittently. Took it to my mechanic replaced battery and camera, back up camera still works intermittently","quote_3_odi":"11427025","quote_3_text":"The back up cameras and surround view have failed multiple times since August 2020. Back up cameras were made mandatory safety equipment requirements for all new cars manufactured after 2018 due to safety concerns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start electrical fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11756293","quote_1_text":"Nearly 25% of the total time I have owned this Certified Pre-Owned vehicle (146 out of 564 days), it has been non-functional and in the shop — roughly 1 out of every 4 days of ownership","quote_2_odi":"11496157","quote_2_text":"beginning in August 2022, I have had repeated problems with the battery in my 2022 Cayenne. if the car is left sitting for approximately 48 hours, the battery dies and must be jumpstarted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-coolant-water-pump-failure","label":"Coolant system and water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11740164","quote_1_text":"\"Engine temperature too high. Park vehicle and allow engine to cool\". warning at 50,000 miles which the mechanic says this is a huge problem with all Porsche, Audi and VW due to water coolant changeover valve which fails","quote_2_odi":"11721832","quote_2_text":"A coolant hose located on the top of the engine developed a leak that caused the engine to overheat. It was necessary to remove several components of the engine to reach and replace the leaking hose","quote_3_odi":"11668197","quote_3_text":"There is a major issue with the coolant pump/water pump on the V8 4.0L engine. Every 30,000ish miles I’ve had to have a water pump replaced in my vehicle, Porsche NA claims they redesigned the pump and it fails in the same amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-dashboard-delamination","label":"Leather dashboard delamination near airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11749717","quote_1_text":"Porsche dashboard leather shrunk and is bubbling on the entire top where the Airbag sits. I was told that if the vehicle was in an accident the airbag might not deploy correctly. The Porsche dealer looked at it and recommended replacing the entire dashboard!","quote_2_odi":"11746995","quote_2_text":"My 2020 Porsche Cayenne has experienced leather dashboard delamination, with the leather separating, shrinking, and lifting from the dashboard substrate on both the driver and passenger sides","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-downshift-lurch","label":"Lurch or surge when decelerating to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11729733","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Porsche Cayenne exhibits a significant and repeatable lurching and abnormal braking pattern each time the vehicle decelerates to a stop. The behavior is consistent and pronounced enough to cause me physical motion sickness on every drive","quote_2_odi":"11626672","quote_2_text":"Everytime when vehicle coming to a stop car lurches forward few feets. It just happens when car downshifts from second to first gear transmission pushes you forward few feets, You just need to be very carefull because it can push you into another vehicle or pedastrian","quote_3_odi":"11414419","quote_3_text":"MY PORSCHE 2020 S HAS BREAKING ISSUES WHEN IN SPORT MODE. WHEN THE CAR DOWNSHIFTS FROM 3RD TO 2ND GEAR, AND 2ND TO 1ST GEAR, THIS IS A SUDDEN JOLT FORWARD OR \"LURGING\" THAT OCCURS EVERY TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2020-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle failure and warning alarm","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11734672","quote_1_text":"Seat belt and airbag indication lights and sound alarms remain on and notifying on the dashboard regardless of buckling. It will intermittently stop and start as the car is in motion","quote_2_odi":"11731520","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Cayenne. The contact stated that the front driver’s side seat belt failed to buckle and became unusable. The dealer and the manufacturer were notified of the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2021-cel-charging-software","label":"Check engine light from charging system software fault","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11433317","quote_1_text":"On my Porsche Cayenne e-Hybrid model, the check engine light came on at less than 1000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11433048","quote_2_text":"Check engine light thrown intermittently and dealer is unable to reproduce issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2021-dashboard-leather-delamination","label":"Dashboard leather delamination near airbag panel","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11759576","quote_1_text":"Over approximately the past month, the leather covering on the dashboard of my 2021 Porsche Cayenne has rapidly begun lifting, buckling, and separating across a substantial portion of the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11690525","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety defect with my 2021 Porsche Cayenne GTS. The leather dashboard is delaminating and lifting away from its underlying structure","quote_3_odi":"11669823","quote_3_text":"Dashboard leather is separating and was told this could affect the airbag deployment in the case of an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2021-deceleration-lurch","label":"Forward lurch during deceleration downshift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11453559","quote_1_text":"While coming to a stop the vehicle lurches around 1200 rpms as the rpms are falling. The vehicle appears to already be in 1st gear when this happens","quote_2_odi":"11439658","quote_2_text":"when decelerating and car is in gear 2 it lurches the car forward while braking, basically fighting the attempt to slow the car down","quote_3_odi":"11433244","quote_3_text":"When the vehicle is decelerating and the transmission is in gear 2 the vehicle will lurch forward interfering/fighting with the normal operation of the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2021-no-start-electrical-fault","label":"No-start electrical fault with no warning indicators","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11755286","quote_1_text":"Battery completely discharged and the safety switch in the battery malfunctions and battery can not be charged again","quote_2_odi":"11543394","quote_2_text":"I was driving the auto and parked in my garage without any indication of a fault. I attempted to start the car about 30 minutes later and the car would not start and gave an error message that said \"change driver\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Cayenne","model_slug":"cayenne","cluster_id":"cayenne-2021-steering-bolt-failure","label":"Steering bolt loosening and detachment","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11744923","quote_1_text":"While operating the vehicle, the steering column bolt physically backed out and detached, causing an immediate, complete loss of steering control","quote_2_odi":"11453894","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving from a complete stop, the steering wheel felt loose","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/cayenne","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger occupant detection sensor airbag failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739185","quote_1_text":"Same passenger airbag issue as what everyone else is reporting! A recall is needed again for this!","quote_2_odi":"11572085","quote_2_text":"Passenger occupancy sensor is not working so airbag will NOT deploy in an accident for the passenger","quote_3_odi":"11539063","quote_3_text":"My passenger occupant detector is faulty and unable to recognize if someone is sitting in that seat, therefore the airbags will not deploy in case of an accident. There has been already a recall on this item for my car, but obviously my car was is affected and my VIN isn’t…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-brake-fluid-leak","label":"Brake fluid or hose leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11577902","quote_1_text":"BREAKS FAILED WITHOUT ANY WARNING ALMOST GOT INTO NEAR FATAL ACCIDENT DUE TO FRONT BREAK HOSE LEAK/SNAP (without any warning) MECHANIC HAD ANOTHER PORSHE MACAN TOWED IN WITH SIMILAR PROBLEMS","quote_2_odi":"11252689","quote_2_text":"ABRUPT BRAKE FLUID LEAK. LOST PRESSURE IN SYSTEM AND LEAKAGE AT FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-coolant-pipe-leak","label":"Engine coolant pipe or hose leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11630066","quote_1_text":"Coolant pipe burst or started a sudden leak and lost all the coolant while driving. I had to have the vehicle towed and repaired which costed me $2750. Porsche is aware of the problem but does not have a solution, until someone is killed when the vehicle stalls while driving","quote_2_odi":"11574518","quote_2_text":"Coolant venting hose leaking. Apparently, a known problem with Porsche design but nothing has been done about it. It cost me $3,500 to get it fixed after the car stopped in the middle of highway and had to get towed to the Porsche Dealership","quote_3_odi":"11491375","quote_3_text":"On Tuesday, October 18 2022 while driving at normal highway speeds the engine coolant pipe failed and dumped all of my coolant onto the engine and roadway. Red warning lights came on and I pulled over and stoped the car it had to be towed to the Porsche dealership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-steering-column-play","label":"Steering column play or looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11605486","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel feels loose. able to wiggle the wheel top to bottom and side to side at leas 1/4-1/2 inch of play","quote_2_odi":"11492972","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel column anchor pin was found shifting and had play. This caused the steering column to be loose in the vertical axis. This is considered a steering column failure and which could become impaired or unavailable during driving, posing a high risk to driver and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-timing-chain-oil-leak","label":"Oil leak from timing chain cover bolts","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11353767","quote_1_text":"SURPRISINGLY, I FOUND OIL LEAKS FROM TIMING CHAIN COVER AND OILS ARE LEAKING DOWN DUE TO USING DEFECTIVE ALUMINUM BOLT, WHICH GETS BROWN OFF AND CAUSES THE LEAK. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND MANY MACAN OWNERS ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE, WHICH REQUIRES ENGINE REMOVAL TO REPLACE…","quote_2_odi":"11268319","quote_2_text":"I HAVE DONE EXTENSIVE RESEARCH ON PUBLIC ONLINE FORUMS TO ATTEMP TO TRACE THE ROOT OF AN AGGRESSIVE OIL LEAK THAT COMES FROM A DEFECTIVE DESIGN IN THE BOLTS HOLDING THERE TIMING CHAIN HOUSING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2015,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"porsche-macan-2015-transfer-case-shudder","label":"Transfer case shudder or jerk from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11575653","quote_1_text":"Transfer Case is jerky and hesitant when starting from a stop. Causes the driver to pause when they should be accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11377003","quote_2_text":"SHUDDER FROM A STOP WHEN ACCELERATING. TRANSFER CASE FAILURE. ONTARIO CANADA, NO COVERAGE IN CANADA BUT COVERAGE IN THE USA? THIS SHOULD BE WORLDWIDE","quote_3_odi":"11270642","quote_3_text":"THERE WAS A VIBRATION ON THE CAR EVERY TIME I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP, SEEMS TO ALWAYS HAPPEN BETWEEN 27MPH TO AROUND 30MPH. IT WAS VIBRATING MORE OR LESS DEPENDING ON THE ACCELERATION TYPE, FAST ACCELERATION WILL SHAKE A LITTLE MORE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-airbag-occupancy-sensor-recall","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor faults and recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11628935","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] at around 6pm the AIRBAG light displayed in instrument cluster and remained steady after vehicle was placed in motion. I called my nearest service dealer at Porsche Carlsbad and they ran a vehicle diagnosis using their scanning tool","quote_2_odi":"11442198","quote_2_text":"I have been trying to have this recall taken care of by Porsche for the last 4 months. Both Walnut Creek and Livermoore dealers have been unable to do this recall repair leaving the front passenger airbag non-functional as best I can tell","quote_3_odi":"11271737","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT MY CAR USED THIS MAY 2019 AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT HAS STAYED ON INDICATING THAT IT DOESN'T DETECT ANYONE IN THE SEAT SO IT WON'T DEPLOY IF I GET IN AN ACCIDENT. . I LOOKED UP PORSCHE MACAN RECALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-backup-camera-water-intrusion","label":"Backup camera and park sensor failure from water intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11745742","quote_1_text":"this is in regards to NHTSA TSB #ATI-1907. i had this issue repaired by porsche san antonio for over 1k. the problem came back and porsche is trying to charge me again saying there is a design flaw they are aware of but cannot perform work under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11551390","quote_2_text":"The specific concern pertains to the routing of sunroof water drains from the roof to the wheel well of several Porsche vehicles. In this case, the rear water drains are routed directly over fuses and other electronic components within the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-brake-failure-unintended-accel","label":"Brake failure and unintended acceleration crashes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11551331","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 40 mph, traffic began to slow. When I attempted to slow to match traffic conditions, my brake pedal offered almost no resistance and sank to the floor. The car did not slow","quote_2_odi":"11267380","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 PORSCHE MACAN. WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED THROUGH THE WALL IN THE CONTACT'S GARAGE. THE VEHICLE ENTERED THE LIVING QUARTERS OF HIS HOME. THERE WAS NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11131005","quote_3_text":"WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING LANE, AT A SHOPPING CENTER WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, READY TO PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK, WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY FELT AS IF IT LOCKED DOWN BRAKES FAILED AND THE ENGINE ACCELERATED OUT OF MY CONTROL HEAD ON INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE PARKED ACROSS A DIVIDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-fuel-pump-flange-leak","label":"Fuel pump flange cracks, leaks, and fire risk","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11698028","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a known safety issue affecting my vehicle. I own a 2017 Porsche [2017 Macan GTS ], and I recently discovered that the fuel pump flange on my car has developed cracks, causing a noticeable fuel odor and potential fuel leakage","quote_2_odi":"11604247","quote_2_text":"The fuel flange failed causing gas to leak from the vehicle and subsequent fumes from the gasoline leaking. The part was recalled by Porsche and repaired, however Porsche was not able to tell me when the repair was done, what was done nor where it was done","quote_3_odi":"11407094","quote_3_text":"I WENT ON A TEST DRIVE ON THIS CAR AND THE CAR CAUGHT FIRE FROM THE ENGINE. I NOTICED AFTER THE FACT THAT THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE VEHICLE FOR FUEL PUMP MALFUNCTION THAT CAN CAUSE FIRE. I'VE CONTACTED PORSCHE ABOUT 15 TIMES AND THEY WONT RETURN MY CALL AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-headlight-lens-fogging","label":"Headlight lens fogging and cracking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11695816","quote_1_text":"Headlight severe crazing/crackle and DLR module failure. Both Porsche NA and extended warranty fail to cover or take responsibility for this poorly mfr’d part that is dangerous as it limits visibility as well as others seeing you","quote_2_odi":"11544727","quote_2_text":"It was noted there is fogging, spiderweb type cracks, and discoloration on the inside of each headlight lens","quote_3_odi":"11507840","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Porsche Macan. The contact stated that the front driver's side headlight failed to illuminate as needed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed that the front driver's side headlight needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-long-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Excessive brake pedal travel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11235314","quote_1_text":"PORSCHE MACAN HAS LONG BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL. MANUAL SAYS ONE THING AND REALITY IS ANOTHER. I HAVE HAD CAR TO 2 DIFFERENT DEALERS AND BOTH SAY IT'S NORMAL-TRUST ME IT'S NOT AT ALL SATISFACTORY. IT'S JUST A MATTER OF TIME BEFORE I WILL HAVE AN ACCIDENT GOING INTO GARAGE","quote_2_odi":"10980047","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2017 BASE. THE DISTANCE THE BRAKE PEDDLE TRAVELS BEFORE THE BRAKES ENGAGE SEEMS VERY LONG. ABOUT 1/2 WAY DOWN. THE BRAKES THEN WORK FINE. IF I PUMP THE BRAKE ONCE THE PEDDLE SEEM TO RISE TO AN ACCEPTABLE LEVEL AND THE BRAKES SEEM STRONGER","quote_3_odi":"10992795","quote_3_text":"BRAKES ARE VERY SPONGY AND NEEDS TO BE PUMPED TO GET IMPROVED BRAKING. VERY RISKY IN SLOW SPEED DUE TO NO TIME/SPACE TO PUMP THE BRAKE. SEVERAL CLOSE CALLS DURING THE PAST FEW MONTHS. I TOOK THE CAR TO DEALER ON 5/15/17 TO CHECK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and rack faults","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11556849","quote_1_text":"While driving east on I-40 in North Carolina, my power steering catastrophically failed and I had to use all of my arm strength to steer the vehicle. The section of I-40 where this event occurred is extremely curvy (near the Haywood Rest Area) and there is no margin for error","quote_2_odi":"11445828","quote_2_text":"Was driving in a parking lot when I lost all steering ability. Dealership said my vehicle had steering rack malfunction and the whole electronic steering gear had to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11499845","quote_3_text":"It appears some part of the steering column in my 2017 Macan has failed. The whole steering assembly has about 10mm of give in the vertical direction. This could be a serious safety hazard if the assembly comes completely loose while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-timing-chain-cover-bolt-failure","label":"Timing chain cover bolt failure and oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11752140","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Porsche Macan has a Timing Chain Cover Bolt Failure which has caused leaking oil and may lead to total loss of oil and engine failure. This is a known documented design and manufacturing defect affecting the 3.0L and 3.6L engines","quote_2_odi":"11654627","quote_2_text":"Porsche is making use of aluminum fasteners for important engine components. These fasteners are substandard for the service","quote_3_odi":"11419063","quote_3_text":"On April 26 2021 performed routine oil change and noticed oil leaking from valve cover gasket onto side of engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2017,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2017-transfer-case-failure","label":"Transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11622379","quote_1_text":"Porsche Macan has known transfer case problem. Should be recalled. I have a 2017 Macan with 15,000 miles and transfer case bad","quote_2_odi":"11593388","quote_2_text":"When reversing the transfer case has failed causing it to lurch uncontrollably. also when driving at slow speeds in first gear it stumbles causing erratic driving","quote_3_odi":"11673593","quote_3_text":"I was sold a vehicle with the incorrect front brakes, an open recall on airbag and bad transfer case all looked at and confirmed by a dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2018,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2018-airbag-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupancy sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11570051","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag light always indicates that no one is sitting in the passenger seat even when it is occupied. This is apparently the same issue other 2018 Porsche Macan's have had but for some reason my car is not included. This is the same as the AMA2 airbag/SRS Fault -…","quote_2_odi":"11418038","quote_2_text":"Front Passenger Seat occupancy sensor mat recall has not been remedy by my porsche dealership within a reasonable amount of time. I have made several attempts, calls, emails, and subsequently reached out to Porsche customer services and Porsche USA --- all advising someone will…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2018,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2018-brake-pedal-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11189825","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS PORSCHE MACAN BASIC MODEL FROM A PORSCHE DEALERSHIP IN DESTIN IN OCT 2018 WITH 4,000 MILES, CERTIFIED PRE OWNED. THE BRAKE PEDAL HAS TOO MUCH PEDAL TRAVEL. I HAVE TO PUSH THE BRAKE PEDAL DOWN TO FAR BEFORE I FEEL THE BRAKES ENGAGE. I DON'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING THIS…","quote_2_odi":"11444460","quote_2_text":"I purchased this vehicle from The Collection Dealer Coral Gables, Florida. I brought the car in to have them check the brake pedal travel. It seems to me that the brake pedal response to applying the brakes is spongy or too much travel. It feels like the lines have air in them.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2018,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2018-fuel-pump-leak","label":"Fuel pump leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11742714","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Porsche Macan. The contact stated that while the contact's wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's wife noticed an unusual odor in the interior and the exterior of the vehicle. In addition, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed a…","quote_2_odi":"11732582","quote_2_text":"My fiancé was driving the car normally on the elevated interstate at about 130 in the morning central time on Monday, April 20 when the suddenly burst into flames! The entire vehicle is destroyed bumper-to-bumper the fuel pump on these models are apparently reason for recalls…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2018,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2018-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and aim","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11719315","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally submit a safety complaint regarding my 2018 Porsche Macan. I have experienced a significant issue with the vehicle’s headlights, which I believe poses a serious safety risk. Description of the Issue: The headlights on my 2018 Porsche Macan have failed…","quote_2_odi":"11245710","quote_2_text":"2018 PORSCHE MACAN. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DIM LIGHTING SETTING BEING A SAFETY HAZARD. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEADLIGHTS APPEARED TO BE POINTING IN A DOWNWARD POSITION. *J'S","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2018,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2018-steering-column-failure","label":"Steering column and linkage failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11494148","quote_1_text":"The steering of the vehicle completely failed while driving. The steering column detached from the steering rack and steering the vehicle was no longer possible. There was no warning and its only by luck that nobody was killed. The defect was confirmed and repaired by the…","quote_2_odi":"11373022","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT STABILIZER BAR BROKE IN HALF. CAR HAS ONLY 800 MILES ON IT. DEALERSHIP HAS NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE AND CLAIMS DEFECTIVE STABILIZER BAR. BEING FIXED UNDER WARRANTY. CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN THIS OCCURRED. THIS WAS ON A CITY STREET.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2020-backup-camera-intermittent","label":"Backup camera intermittent failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11594876","quote_1_text":"the rear view (and front and side) cameras work intermittently. This makes parking very difficult and when backing out of the driveway you cannot see if there is an object in the vehicle's path","quote_2_odi":"11493669","quote_2_text":"MY 2020 PORSCHE MACAN FROM DELIVERY NEW ON 10/2/2020 HAS EXPERIENCED FAILURE OF BACK-UP CAMERA SYSTEM (A DOT REQUIRED PIECE OF SAFETY EQUIPMENT)","quote_3_odi":"11444288","quote_3_text":"Rear back up camera distortion makes it virtually unusable and like unsafe. Porsche is aware of the issue as it is disclosed on their legal notice at https://www.porsche.com/usa/legal-notice/","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2020-brake-rotor-premature-wear","label":"Premature brake rotor and pad wear with shaking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11524520","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Macan. The contact stated while driving 35 MPH and depressing on the brake pedal, the vehicle started shaking abnormally. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11490875","quote_2_text":"The 2020 Macan developed extreme shakes with 14,000 miles. I had to replace rear brakes and rotors at 14,000 and fronts brakes and rotors at 21,000 at a cost of $3,000.00. Porsche has denied payment for these defective parts","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Macan","model_slug":"macan","cluster_id":"macan-2020-headlight-low-beam-failure","label":"Passenger-side low-beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11731323","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Macan. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, the passenger’s side headlight failed to illuminate","quote_2_odi":"11730478","quote_2_text":"Problem Description: The low beam on the passenger side headlight has completely stopped working. Daytime running lights (DRLs) and high beams continue to function normally on the affected side","quote_3_odi":"11692442","quote_3_text":"The 2020 (and possibly 2019) Porsche Macan passenger (right) side headlight (low beam only) is failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/macan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Panamera","model_slug":"panamera","cluster_id":"panamera-2011-camshaft-adjuster-bolt-failure","label":"Camshaft adjuster bolt failure and engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10933749","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE OF MY PORSCHE PANAMERA WENT INTO A TOTAL FAILURE BECAUSE OF FAULTY DESIGN/PARTS BY THE MANUFACTURER (I.E. SCREWS BROKE INSIDE THE CAMSHAFT/BLOCK)","quote_2_odi":"10780826","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA. WHILE DRIVING 35 -40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SPEED DROPPED TO 10 MPH. THE ENGINE POWER REDUCED WARNING LIGHT AND THE TRACTION CONTROL DISABLED WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL","quote_3_odi":"10476565","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/panamera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Panamera","model_slug":"panamera","cluster_id":"panamera-2011-fuel-pump-odor","label":"Fuel pump failure and fuel odor","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11446698","quote_1_text":"Every time I drive the vehicle for any distance or speed when I park I can smell fuel. The odor is very strong when I park in the garage","quote_2_odi":"11351352","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLE FOR A FEW MINUTES, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE THEIR VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND ACCELERATED FORWARD BUT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHOOK AND POWERED OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/panamera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Panamera","model_slug":"panamera","cluster_id":"panamera-2011-power-steering-brake-loss","label":"Engine power loss with steering and brake loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10852613","quote_1_text":"EARLIER THIS YEAR, I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY AT 55 MPH, MY 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA'S ENGINE LOST POWER AND POWER STEERING,. ELECTRONIC SYSTEM SEEMED TO HAVE POWER, BATTERY WAS NOT DEAD BUT ENGINE WAS DEAD RESULTING IN LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10851162","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROX. AT 55 MPH, ENGINE LOST POWER, LOST POWER STEERING, BRAKES FELT LIKE HAVING NO POWER AND IT WAS VERY DIFFICULT TO BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/panamera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Panamera","model_slug":"panamera","cluster_id":"panamera-2011-recall-repair-delays","label":"Recall repair delays and parts backorder","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11669179","quote_1_text":"I am reporting an issue with the AH08 recall (NHTSA Campaign 17V368) for my 2011 Porsche Panamera 4S. I experienced the failure on December 27, 2024, while driving on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11054760","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V368000 (ENGINE)","quote_3_odi":"11244503","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE UNDERCARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED BY THE CEMENT PARKING DIVIDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/panamera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2011,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Panamera","model_slug":"panamera","cluster_id":"panamera-2011-water-intrusion-electrical","label":"Water intrusion causing electrical system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11680216","quote_1_text":"My 2011 Porsche Panamera 4 has water coming through the AC vents. I noticed that the passenger rugs are wet and possibly shorting out my electrical modules","quote_2_odi":"10584992","quote_2_text":"THE HORN ON MY 2011 PORSCHE PANAMERA STOPPED WORKING. I DID NOT KNOW UNTIL I NEEDED TO USE IT TO AVOID A POTENTIAL ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/porsche/panamera","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-backup-camera-distortion","label":"Backup camera image distortion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11563037","quote_1_text":"The rear view camera on all Taycan models and years are unsafe and unusable as they are so wide angled that you can not reliably use them as it is almost impossible to see anything","quote_2_odi":"11438189","quote_2_text":"The backup camera is highly distorted and it is difficult to see what is in the distance (more than 10 ft) from the rear of the car. I have had multiple incidents where I almost hit someone who was walking up the street past my driveway entrance","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss and rotor coating failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11745252","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Porsche Taycan 4S (VIN [XXX]) has a recurring, dangerous brake failure that remains unresolved after multiple dealer repair attempts. At low speed, the automatic emergency braking system activates on its own and begins decelerating the car","quote_2_odi":"11465879","quote_2_text":"After the most recent recalls were repaired (all software) on my vehicle the brakes in the car were terrible. Soft /dead pedal feel. I almost rear ended other cars multiple times wen braking at slow speeds","quote_3_odi":"11735150","quote_3_text":"The tungsten carbide coating on the PSCB (Porsche Surface Coated Brake) rotors has failed at 44,000 miles. This is not normal wear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-fca-false-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11582465","quote_1_text":"On three separate occasions over the past year, my car's emergency collision avoidance system was triggered, (an alarm sounded, a red symbol was on my dash, and the brakes locked), erroneously","quote_2_odi":"11601648","quote_2_text":"Vehicle randomly thinks that I’m about to be in a collision when nothing is in front of me. This causes the vehicle to just stop and almost causes me to have an accident","quote_3_odi":"11471268","quote_3_text":"In the center of the lane on a straight highway, vehicle will suddenly brake without warning. There are no vehicles ahead. A warning light comes on the dash and says “Driver Control Required,” yet both my hands are on the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-recall-not-completed","label":"Open recall campaigns not completed by dealer","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11695449","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Porsche Taycan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V732000 (Electrical System) after owning the vehicle for a week","quote_2_odi":"11674481","quote_2_text":"I brought my vehicle in to a Porsche dealer on May 24th 2025 for a noise coming from the front right wheel area. There were some other issues but those were not safety related. They stated the vehicle has an open recall campaign for a brake hose","quote_3_odi":"11592599","quote_3_text":"I was notified of APB6 recall and received a mailing suggesting I don't use the charger and that I should buy an aftermarket charger and would be reimbursed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11720540","quote_1_text":"While driving the vehicle, an error message (Engine Control Error) will pop up. The car will come to an immediate stop…forcing the driver to shut off car and restart it. This has happened multiple times and in one instance occurred on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11418935","quote_2_text":"While driving normally on a highway, the car suddenly reported \"Electrical System Error, Stop vehicle in a safe place\", which is followed by a complete loss of power, even pressed on acceleration pedal","quote_3_odi":"11414731","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT C. 55MPH IN MODERATE TRAFFIC, THE CAR LOST ALL MOTOR POWER AND STARED TO COAST TO A STANDSTILL. AN ERROR WAS ON THE DISPLAY SAYING 'DRIVE SYSTEM CONTROL FAULT - PARK VEHICLE SAFELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2020,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2020-tire-delamination","label":"Tire sidewall delamination and cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":91,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11745976","quote_1_text":"I have had two delaminations of my tires, one in August 2023, and one just this week - June 2026. Pictures are attached. Both tires had more than 50% tread left, and the tread was delaminating from the sidewall","quote_2_odi":"11536851","quote_2_text":"On March 30, 2023 I had my winter tires and wheels changed out for my summer tires and wheels Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 in sizes 265/35ZR21 101Y XLand 305/30ZR21 104Y XL. At the time, I had about 25,000 miles on the car, and perhaps 15,000 miles on the summer tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-adas-false-warnings","label":"Forward collision and ADAS false activation or speed control error","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11476728","quote_1_text":"Driving at night at ~72 mph on a 65 mph divided highway with no traffic nearby the Collision Warning message appeared on the dash and the car noticeably slowed perhaps 5-10 mph. Then the msg cleared itself and the trip was completed otherwise uneventfully","quote_2_odi":"11458091","quote_2_text":"The Taycan offers what Porsche calls Porsche Innodrive (PID). PID once activated, the car uses navigation information and road signs to automatically adjust the vehicle's speed to the maximum speed limit of the road. In some locations, the vehicle abruptly reduces its speed…","quote_3_odi":"11430353","quote_3_text":"I am getting a warning and sometimes unwanted braking. the warning is  that driver must assume control but this happens when I have all the driver's assist features turned off. on a recent 1500 mile road trip this fault happened at least 10 times at highway speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-backup-camera-parkassist","label":"Rearview camera image distortion and Park Assist system faults","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: CAMERA SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11431492","quote_1_text":"The rear camera required by the DOT presents a distorted image making objects appear farther away than they actually are.   The problem is a commonly discussed topic as an issue with the camera software on multiple Taycan Forums","quote_2_odi":"11429450","quote_2_text":"I continuously get 2 messages when I start the car: \"Rear Cross Traffic Alert Not Available\" and \"ParkAssist not available\".  The biggest problem is that when this happens, the rear camera does not work while in reverse. This has caused several near accidents for me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-brake-failure","label":"Brake pressure loss and regenerative braking transition failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11509792","quote_1_text":"The brakes fail in wet conditions.  Porsche Taycan has 2 brake systems- light braking is regenerative braking (converting mechanical energy into electricity) and for heavier braking the mechanical disc brakes take over  IN THIS FAILURE SITUATION in wet conditions pressing the…","quote_2_odi":"11617777","quote_2_text":"I stepped on the brake pedal to slow it down and to my surprise the brake pedal went all the way down to the floor! I had no brakes and gaining speed, my first thought was if the brakes had failed I would either crash the car against the freeway sidewalks or try to find a place…","quote_3_odi":"11433024","quote_3_text":"The vehicle would loose braking pressure after a few minutes of driving. This occurred when the vehicle transitions from regenerative braking to standard braking. Dealer states it is a problem with the brake booster","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-cabin-heater-failure","label":"Cabin heater and defroster failure causing visibility impairment","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11507742","quote_1_text":"On December 29, 2022, the heater unit in the car failed. This caused ice to form on the inside of the car, all windows. Winter in Chicago. Dealer said they are aware of other Tacans having this came issue but there are no parts available and could be 4 to 6 weeks for parts","quote_2_odi":"11499717","quote_2_text":"The heating unit and defrosting unit fail on the Porsche Taycans. I have seen this in other Porsche Taycans and it is nearly impossible to see through the windshield when it fails. I had to cautiously limp it to a Porsche dealership due to not being able to see out of the front…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-charging-fire","label":"Charging equipment thermal event and fire during home charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ACCESSORY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11538414","quote_1_text":"While charging the vehicle at a reduced rate (30 amps out of a 40 amp maximum) there was a thermal event in the outlet box that the Mobile Charger Connect was plugged into. There were no witnesses to the event, but it was later noticed that the wall around the outlet was…","quote_2_odi":"11613405","quote_2_text":"Sunday September 8 I plugged my Taycan into my charger at approxmately 1PM. Later  I went into my garage approximately 3PM to get something, and it was filled with smoke. After extinguishing the fire, I noticed the cause was the PLUG attached to the Porsche charger had caurght…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-engine-control-error-power-loss","label":"\"Engine Control Error\" sudden loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11419756","quote_1_text":"While driving i experienced a sudden loss of power, I was traveling on an interstate going approximately 75 mph when the car suddenly and without warning came to a sudden stop by itself causing multiple cars to swerve and endangering myself and multiple other drivers","quote_2_odi":"11630200","quote_2_text":"Vehicle LOST PROPULSION while driving on the road.  The motor (traction inverter) abruptly started to vibrate very aggressively, then the error warning \"ENGINE CONTROL ERROR\" flashed on the cluster display. The car immediately stopped responding to the gas/drive pedal and…","quote_3_odi":"11538108","quote_3_text":"Owned the car for 6 months and driving down highway and car just shuts off, limited braking and no accelerator.  Coasts to a stop and then stops in the middle of the highway.  My daughter and i were almost killed by the car behind us.  Had to run across highway to get to safety","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2021,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2021-recall-24v732-parts-delay","label":"NHTSA recall 24V732000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11658531","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Porsche Taycan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V732000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11620025","quote_2_text":"Mfgr unable to remedy NHSTA 24V215  Risk of fire is unacceptable to leave unaddressed for this long","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-adas-false-activation","label":"ADAS false emergency braking and lane departure events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585086","quote_1_text":"On two separate occasions under similar conditions, the vehicle initiated emergency braking due to a false collision warning. Both cases occurred at the same location. I was in the center lane facing into the afternoon sun waiting to turn left into a parking lot at a full stop.…","quote_2_odi":"11676380","quote_2_text":"My Porsche Taycan unexpectedly applies the brakes on its own while traveling at highway speeds and flashes a red warning message instructing me to take control of the steering wheel, even though both of my hands are already on the wheel. This is extremely dangerous because…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-airbag-recall-no-remedy","label":"Airbag recall with no repair remedy available","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11681845","quote_1_text":"The passenger-side airbag sensor in my 2022 Porsche Taycan GTS has been malfunctioning continuously since I purchased the car as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle from Park Place Porsche Dallas. The car displays repeated warnings to “Contact your dealer for assistance,” and the…","quote_2_odi":"11688467","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Porsche Taycan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V221000 (Air Bags). The contact called a dealer about the recall and was advised that there was no part yet available for the recall repair. The contact called the manufacturer…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-drivetrain-unintended-gear-shift","label":"Unintended shift to neutral or park while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11455183","quote_1_text":"Drive mode for my 2022 Porsche Taycan 4S has been abruptly changing from Drive to either Neutral or Park on its own. Noticed within first week or so of ownership. Primarily has occurred during low to no speed situations (e.g., turning into a parking spot and car switches to…","quote_2_odi":"11476612","quote_2_text":"The car shifted from drive to park twice within a 10 minute drive unexpectedly. Both times occurred while driving under 5 mph and stopped at a traffic light. This is a brand new car with less than 2000 mi on it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-electrical-system-error-shutdown","label":"Electrical system error causing vehicle shutdown in traffic","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688268","quote_1_text":"On 9/18/2025, while driving at approximately 45 mph on a busy road called Hualapai in Las Vegas, Nevada, my Porsche Taycan suddenly displayed “Electrical system error – Park vehicle in a safe place”. The car immediately slammed to a stop in live traffic. I heard a loud thump…","quote_2_odi":"11507680","quote_2_text":"I was driving at high speed on the freeway when, suddenly and without warning, the vehicle lost all power. A message reading “Electrical System Error Park Vehicle in a Safe Place”. I was able to glide across five lanes in rush hour traffic to the breakdown lane","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-hv-heater-failure","label":"High-voltage cabin heater failure affecting visibility","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498168","quote_1_text":"I have 71 documented cases of Porsche Taycan heating systems failing at https://github.com/evstatus/PorscheTaycan/issues/1  The issue affects all Taycan models going as far back as 2020.  This is a safety issue that requires that the car be flatbed towed when the heating system…","quote_2_odi":"11504074","quote_2_text":"High voltage heater unit stopped working.  Unable to defog front windshield leading to dangerous loss of visibility, in addition to unable to heat cabin.  I see LOTS of similar reports online.  At dealer, awaiting part which will take weeks","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"PCM infotainment screen blackout while driving","component_code":"EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477194","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Taycan does not show to be one included in the electrical issue recall, however I am experiencing the center screen going dark while driving. Only had the car a little over a week, and it has happen twice, both times on the freeway.  Not going slow or stopping, about…","quote_2_odi":"11487362","quote_2_text":"When driving the vehicle, the center console screen (the Porsche Communication Manager), spontaneously went blank/black.  The screen appeared to reboot while the car was on and froze with the word \"PORSCHE\" across the center screen.  The screen inoperable while the car was in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-mobile-charger-fire-recall","label":"Mobile charger cable overheating and fire risk","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:CHARGING:CABLE/CORD:ACCESSORY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11590645","quote_1_text":"On 3/26/23 my 2022 Porsche Taycan Turbo self-ignited in our garage and created a lithium fire literally incinerating itself and completely destroying 3 other cars, the garage and approximately 35% of our home. The resulting fire filled the home with smoke, soot and required us…","quote_2_odi":"11596570","quote_2_text":"The Porsche EV Charger started an electrical fire in the wall of my garage while charging on May 21st 2024.  The charger melted as a result.  On the way to take my car to the dealership the dash became very hot to the touch as well.  Fast forward to today, my car is still at the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2022,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2022-propulsion-loss-turtle-mode","label":"Sudden loss of propulsion with turtle icon warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11603667","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway at 65 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to quickly decelerate.  Pressing the  accelerator pedal had no effect.  The car behind me quickly swerved to avoid hitting me. I was able to maneuver the car onto the shoulder and very slowly exited the freeway.…","quote_2_odi":"11622110","quote_2_text":"While driving on the city streets, the vehicle would not accelerate properly.  At a stop sign, when pressing the accelerator, the vehicle started to jerk forward slowly and would not accelerate properly.  A turtle started to flash on the cluster display.  Trying to get to a safe…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2023,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2023-brake-response-malfunction","label":"Braking system fails to fully stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11736999","quote_1_text":"When the forward collision warning activates, the braking pedal loses its effectiveness and causes the car to brake much more slowly than it should, which actually increases the chance of a collision occurring. This has happened multiple times to me in the past few weeks. It is","quote_2_odi":"11607065","quote_2_text":"Car has collision detection and remedy system that detects for impending collision and activates braking. Incident occurred when the car in front abruptly brakes and my car detected collision and applied brakes, however, the brakes were not fully applied and would not completely","quote_3_odi":"11569437","quote_3_text":"At slow speeds, the Taycan brake pedal pushes all the way to the floor but the vehicle does not stop. This happens when approaching a stop sign, other vehicles, pedestrians, etc. The problem has been reproduced. The Porsche dealer confirms it is a problem with Taycans and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2023,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2023-hv-battery-fire-risk","label":"High-voltage battery fire risk and recall remedy delay","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11727286","quote_1_text":"While charging my 2023 Porsche Taycan 4S at an Electrify America station, white smoke began emitting from the front wheel/charging port area. The vehicle also produced a burning odor inside the cabin. I immediately stopped charging and unplugged the vehicle. The smoke ceased","quote_2_odi":"11646768","quote_2_text":"This is a known Safety Recall, Porsche Recall ARB7 / NHTSA ID 24V-732. I received the \"URGENT SAFETY RECALL\" Notice in November regarding possible battery cell module defects that could result in a battery fire. I contacted Porsche today and was told that there still is no","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2023,"make":"Porsche","make_slug":"porsche","model":"Taycan","model_slug":"taycan","cluster_id":"taycan-2023-propulsion-shutdown-warning","label":"Engine control warning shuts down propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-20","quote_1_odi":"11727627","quote_1_text":"On March 21, 2026 my Taycan motor wire disconnected from the battery during routine city driving The car was In the Middle lane of [XXX] waiting to turn left onto [XXX] A warning light said Car not drivable , pull over But the car was not functional. Police needed to block [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11558981","quote_2_text":"Car has a red warning light come on that says engine control error park vehicle in a safe place. This happened on the freeway 4 times took it in to Porsche they claimed they fixed it. When the light comes on you have to stop the car and restart it. You can not accelerate. After","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/porsche/taycan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/porsche"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2013-abs-module-failure","label":"Anti-lock brake control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11743229","quote_1_text":"2013 Ran 1500 with 120000 miles. Service Anti-lock Brake System advisory message. Truck will start but will not switch into gear","quote_2_odi":"11704459","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS warning light and the traction control warning light were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11649979","quote_3_text":"Faulty abs control modules. Widespread problem after doing some research. Abs control module fails and sets off abs and traction control lights on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2013-eps-failure","label":"Electronic power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":154,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11760665","quote_1_text":"I had gone into my local Walmart after work and turned the truck off. After I came back out and turned the truck on, my power steering had gone out completely","quote_2_odi":"11750916","quote_2_text":"My steering completely locked up after driving for 2 mins. I could have crashed and killed myself or someone else","quote_3_odi":"11719458","quote_3_text":"Electronic power steering (EPS) will fail when exposed to moisture. When EPS fails all power steering is lost resulting in extremely hard steering and possible loss of vehicle control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2013-fuel-tank-strap-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank strap corrosion and detachment","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1267,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11736950","quote_1_text":"The front gas tank stap bracket on the frame rusted through while driving. The gas tank was just inches from the road and the strap was rubbing against the driveshaft","quote_2_odi":"11668380","quote_2_text":"My front gas tank mounting strap pulled through the frame. The gas tank was almost touching the ground and the strap was rubbing on the driveshaft","quote_3_odi":"11662957","quote_3_text":"Front fuel tank strap pulled out of frame. The strap T portion is still intact but the mounting location on the frame rotted out. The rear strap held so the tank didn't make contact with the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-abs-module-backorder","label":"ABS control module failure, parts backordered","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11709013","quote_1_text":"My ABS module failed and the replacement part is no longer manufactured","quote_2_odi":"11740157","quote_2_text":"C2200-49 code received for ABS control module internal fault. No replacement part available","quote_3_odi":"11758872","quote_3_text":"I'm able to repair ABS Module due to no part replacement or discounted part","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-crank-sensor-tone-wheel","label":"Crankshaft position sensor / tone wheel failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11723588","quote_1_text":"The recall for the loss of signal from the tone ring in recall 66A was supposed to allow the vehicle to use the signal from the camshaft positioning sensor","quote_2_odi":"11720970","quote_2_text":"The crankshaft position sensor and tone wheel failed which is the recall for 66A, was driving truck 45mph down heavily traffic roadway, truck died and stopped in the middle of road","quote_3_odi":"11707990","quote_3_text":"The magnetic material on the tone wheel detached causing a crank position sensor error code (P0336) and subsequent misfire while accelerating into traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-engine-ticking-noise","label":"Engine ticking noise / lifter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11744467","quote_1_text":"As is clearly a very common defect, my exhaust manifold bolts broke and the manifold warped. This is the second time this has happened. RAM knows about this problem. In fact, it is so well known that it is called \"the HEMI tick\"","quote_2_odi":"11712510","quote_2_text":"TICKING NOISE FROM 3.6l PENTASTAR ENGINE. SAFTEY CONCERN COULD RUIN MY ENGINE CAUSING STALLS AND MISFIREING AND SEZEING","quote_3_odi":"11698793","quote_3_text":"We have a 2014 dodge ram 1500 SLT with a 5.7 hemi. I was driving down the road and stopped at a red light and the truck shut off and wouldn't start again we had to tow it home","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-fuel-tank-strap-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank strap corrosion / detachment","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11758410","quote_1_text":"2014 ram 1500 gas tank strap bracket let go tank was hanging off truck","quote_2_odi":"11676471","quote_2_text":"FRONT FUEL TANK STRAP RUSTED AND BROKE. LUCKILY TRUCK WAS AT HOME WHEN I NOTICED THIS PROBLEM. FRONT OF TANK IS ONLY INCHES FROM THE GROUND AND COULD PRESENT A MAJOR HAZARD IF I CONTINUED TO OPERATE THIS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11731134","quote_3_text":"Fuel Tank Strap Mounting Bracket failed on 2014 Ram 1500. Part covered under FCA Warranty Extension #X75. Due to failure, driveshaft was deeply scored and recommended be replaced due to safety concerns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-odometer-mileage-discrepancy","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at sale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11723878","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact owns a 2014 Ram 1500. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 140,000; however, at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 238,999","quote_2_odi":"11715460","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact considered purchasing a 2014 Ram 1500 from a local dealer, with an odometer reading of 138,000. The contact stated that after obtaining a Carfax Report for the vehicle, the contact became aware that the odometer reading was listed at 251,000 in 2023","quote_3_odi":"11710325","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2014 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for service, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering / rack-and-pinion failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":90,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1758,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11755667","quote_1_text":"Loss of power steering. Failed rack and pinion component","quote_2_odi":"11745131","quote_2_text":"Sudden lost of power steering","quote_3_odi":"11725240","quote_3_text":"Power steering stopped working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure disabling ABS and traction control","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11707232","quote_1_text":"The main ABS module has an internal electrical failure and shuts down. The failure affects the ABS, Traction Control, Trailer brake system and Cruise control to all be inoperable until replaced. The Module is unavailable from dealership with no known date of arrival","quote_2_odi":"11736785","quote_2_text":"Vehicles brakes became spongy and almost no brakes at random. They work enroute to destination, almost completely failed at the destination, and started working again after restarting the vehicle. Dealership confirmed it is the ABS module, and cannot aquire the part at this time","quote_3_odi":"11717309","quote_3_text":"ABS MODULE FAILED. MECHANIC TELLS ME THAT THERE ARE NO REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE. A USED PART MAY BE NECESSARY AND WOULD HAVE TO BE REPROGRAMMED TO MY VEHICLE AT ADDED EXPENSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-diesel-fuel-system-recall","label":"Diesel fuel injector leaks after recall repair","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11750526","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the fuel system was replaced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, after the repair, the vehicle persistently experienced fuel injector leaks and fuel line failures","quote_2_odi":"11711925","quote_2_text":"After having recall 22v-406 completed on November 24,2024 I am nearing time to complete a fuel filter change which after having this recall completed specifies a particular part number requirement and this fuel filter pn 68632011AA is not available anywhere","quote_3_odi":"11702408","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V406000 (Fuel System, Diesel); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-engine-tick-exhaust-manifold","label":"Engine ticking noise and exhaust manifold bolt breakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11748780","quote_1_text":"Exhaust bolts broken. Exhaust leak and loud ticking noise and smell","quote_2_odi":"11713893","quote_2_text":"Manifold bolts have been replaced 2 times. I am now experiencing a 3rd time,and can smell fumes in side of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11665788","quote_3_text":"I experienced an issue with a ticking noise coming from the engine. I took the truck to a local repair shop and they indicated that the problem was an issue with the valves not getting enough lubrication","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-fuel-tank-strap-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank strap corrosion and tank sagging","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11651481","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 35MPH AND I HEARD A THUMP AND THAN A METALLIC DRAGGING SOUND I PULLED OVER AND FOUND MY GAS TANK HANGING FROM THE REAR STRAP THE FRONT STRAP PULLED OUT OF THE FRAME AND WAS RUBBING ON THE REAR DRIVE SHAFT THAT WAS THE METALLIC SOUND","quote_2_odi":"11659561","quote_2_text":"The contact was informed that the fuel tank strap had excessive corrosion, causing the fuel tank to sag around 4 inches. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the fuel tank strap bracket","quote_3_odi":"11702051","quote_3_text":"Gas tank straps corroded and broke off, causing gas tank to drop down off truck. Repair garage noticed and caught before caused a fire/accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11739904","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2015 Ram 1500, I was exiting the freeway and attempting to merge into traffic when the electric power steering system appeared to fail or malfunction. The steering suddenly became very stiff, and I struggled to turn the steering wheel while trying to safely merge","quote_2_odi":"11721154","quote_2_text":"Traveling at 60MPH on a highway in the middle lane when my truck lost complete power steering. It felt as if I had zero control over my truck at a high speed. I managed to slow down and made it onto the shoulder without crashing","quote_3_odi":"11710916","quote_3_text":"My 2015 Ram 1500, Electronic Power Steering stopped working while driving on a two lane road putting myself and others in serious danger, the wheel abruptly became difficult to turn and maneuver the car, causing me to drift onto the shoulder","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-stall-throttle-control-fault","label":"Stalling with Electronic Throttle Control warning","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11718724","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle started shaking and lost motive power. The ETC warning light illuminated, and the message \"Service Electronic Throttle Control\" was displayed","quote_2_odi":"11690664","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle lost automotive power with the message \"Service Electronic Throttle Control\" displayed, and the “Electronic Throttle Control System Fault” warning light illuminated and remained illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11701185","quote_3_text":"While driving at approximately 50 mph, my truck suddenly shut off without warning. I lost engine power, power brakes, and power steering. I was only able to stop safely because I happened to be traveling uphill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2015-tone-wheel-crank-position","label":"Crankshaft tone wheel delamination and power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1427,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11644270","quote_1_text":"Tone wheel delaminating while driving. I was passing a vehicle in a passing zone and the truck lost power. Safety was definitely put at risk luckily there was no one in the on coming lane. Problem was confirmed by independent shop","quote_2_odi":"11645531","quote_2_text":"Subsequent inspection by the Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram dealership confirmed that the RAM suffered a loss of crankshaft position due to a missing section of the magnetic material attached to the tone wheel and that as many as 14 cracks in the magnetic material are visible","quote_3_odi":"11709151","quote_3_text":"Crankshaft position sensor and tone wheel went out outside the extended coverage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with nationwide parts backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11749674","quote_1_text":"The ABS light on my dashboard came on approximately one year ago. After researching the issue, I discovered there are numerous complaints about the ABS module failing on my 2016 Ram 1500 and similar models","quote_2_odi":"11701446","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle for the State Inspection, the contact's son was informed that the vehicle failed to pass due to the ABS","quote_3_odi":"11693221","quote_3_text":"The ABS Control Module failed 7/2025. Brake and other warning lights came on. My mechanic diagnosed as an ABS Control Module failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air suspension system failure and sagging","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11732678","quote_1_text":"I originally brought my vehicle into Mac Haik Dodge in April 2025 for issues with my Air Suspension and 4-Wheel drive control modules displaying on the dashboard of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11715477","quote_2_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Factory Air Suspension on 2016 RAM Rebel V8 5.7L Right Front broken elbow How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk?","quote_3_odi":"11682292","quote_3_text":"Air suspension failed while driving on interstate and nearly caused total loss of control of the vehicle. Truck violently bounces due to failure in air suspension system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11746444","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was in a front end collision and the air bags never deployed. Approximate speed 40-45 mph","quote_2_odi":"11687869","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while making a right turn onto a main road, a passing vehicle crashed into the front driver's side quarter panel of the contact's vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11685356","quote_3_text":"Driver hit a tree at 55mph, air bags did not deploy, insurance company determined vehicle was total loss, and body shop (Caliber Collision at 3061 US-42 Delaware OH 43015, phone # 740-430-2869) questioned why the air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-crankshaft-tone-wheel","label":"Crankshaft position sensor tone wheel failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11738787","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 RAM 1500. The contact stated while the contact's husband was driving at 75 MPH, the engine seized. In addition, several warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11738791","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was driving down the highway at highway speed when it began to shut down. This put myself & other drivers at serious risk as I had to navigate several lanes of traffic with a dead vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11680522","quote_3_text":"2016 RAM Ecodiesel in shop with crankshaft position sensor error. Vehicle available for inspection at Sarasota RAM. Vehicle shut down on highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-ecodiesel-hpfp-failure","label":"EcoDiesel high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11751045","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70-75 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was coasted to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11748022","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was previously repaired under Recall Z46, but the replacement remedy pump suffered the exact same catastrophic internal failure. The vehicle has now been stranded at Orange Coast Ram for over 30 days under Work Order 156725","quote_3_odi":"11733977","quote_3_text":"I own a 2016 Ram 1500 EcoDiesel, VIN [XXX] . The vehicle has been in and out of Rydell Jeep & Ram dealership over 3 times in the last few months for fuel pump issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-eps-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11752688","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle suddenly lost power steering assist without warning. The steering wheel warning light illuminated on the instrument panel, and the steering immediately became extremely difficult to turn","quote_2_odi":"11740354","quote_2_text":"Electronic power steering failure. Not complete shut down, but intermittent. Heavy steering feel when cornering at very low or highway speeds. No return to center. Notchy/sticky steering feel","quote_3_odi":"11726661","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Dodge Ram 1500. The contact’s husband stated that while driving at approximately 30 mph, the steering wheel became inoperable and the vehicle unexpectedly veered to the left with no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2016-fuel-tank-strap-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank strap corrosion and detachment","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":1512,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11732227","quote_1_text":"Frame is rusted out and front gas tank strap came out and gas tank came down","quote_2_odi":"11724563","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Ram 1500 (4th‑gen) has a severely rusted and failed front fuel tank strap bracket, causing the tank to sag. This matches the defect described in Recall U04 / NHTSA 18V‑160 for 2009–2012 Ram 1500 trucks, but my VIN is not included","quote_3_odi":"11683842","quote_3_text":"Front gas tank strap is detached from frame and fuel tank is hanging down ready to fall out on road. There is a recall for this condition on the 2009-2012 models but the same condition exists on the 2016","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with parts on backorder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11744933","quote_1_text":"Per my dealer, Hudson Chrysler Dodge Jeep of Hudson, WI the ABS Module in my 2017 Ram 1500 has failed, and needs to be replaced. The part is on permanent backorder with no eta on production or shipping","quote_2_odi":"11726930","quote_2_text":"Received an error on the dash for Service Electronic Braking System and ABS System. Took to a mechanic and it is a failure of the Anti-Lock Brake Module. This is the same failure they are recalling other Ram trucks for already","quote_3_odi":"11718500","quote_3_text":"The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) module in this 2017 Ram 1500 has failed, causing the ABS warning light and Electronic Stability Control (ESC) indicators to remain illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-air-suspension-drop","label":"Air suspension deflation and ride-height drop","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11713556","quote_1_text":"The air suspension in my 2017 Ram 1500 Rebel has gone out once again. I’ve had all of the air bags and compressor replaced once before and it has already gone out again, causing a very bumpy and unsafe ride","quote_2_odi":"11665133","quote_2_text":"Air suspension stopped working. Rear driver side drops with out noticed at anytime while parked or driving. My safety concern is that it will drop low enough while driving on the highway and cause for my truck to roll over","quote_3_odi":"11711832","quote_3_text":"My air suspension suddenly dropped out while I was driving and almost caused me to get into an accident. It was very cold outside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-egr-cooler-failure","label":"Diesel EGR cooler cracking and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11709169","quote_1_text":"EGR Cooler cracked @ 58,000 miles resulting in a disabled truck that has to be towed to the nearest dealership 20 miles away and 1 1/2 hours from our home two days before Christmas 2025","quote_2_odi":"11660301","quote_2_text":"The diesel EGR Cooling System prematurely failed on a vehicle with low mileage and repaired at owner's expense. This defect allows pre-heated, vaporized coolant into the EGR system while the engine is running","quote_3_odi":"11750308","quote_3_text":"Egr cooler failed again after it has been recalled/repaired by previous owner. Dealership saying they wont fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-eps-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":76,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11742397","quote_1_text":"While driving up an incline, the Electric Power Steering (EPS) system suddenly failed completely, causing the steering wheel to go violently stiff and dangerous to turn. The power steering warning light illuminated on the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11730923","quote_2_text":"The electric power steering system has now completely failed and the steering is fully locked/stiff at all times. The vehicle cannot be safely driven or operated. The issue began as intermittent loss of power steering assist and progressed to total failure without warning","quote_3_odi":"11668033","quote_3_text":"Was driving down the interstate going around a curve and the service power steering message was displayed and lost power steering. Almost went into other lane of traffic almost causing an accident at 70mph. Was able to get vehicle to side of road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-exhaust-manifold-bolts","label":"Exhaust manifold bolt breakage with cabin fumes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11662912","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring and well-documented issue involving broken exhaust manifold bolts on my 2017 Ram 1500 with the 5.7L HEMI engine. My truck has only 47,000 miles, and the driver-side manifold has already required repair once due to broken bolts","quote_2_odi":"11671886","quote_2_text":"MANIFOLD EXHAUST BOLTS ARE BROKEN OFF AND THE EXHAUST FUMES GET INTO THE CAB","quote_3_odi":"11678053","quote_3_text":"Ram 1500 Exhaust Manifold Exhaust in passenger cabinet causing sore throat, headache and asthma exacerbation. Loud ticking sound when starting and acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-fuel-tank-strap-corrosion","label":"Fuel tank strap and frame mount corrosion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11744758","quote_1_text":"The front fuel tank strap mount rusted out causing the fuel tank to drop and dangle by only the rear strap. The resulting pressure from the tank pushed the, now detached, front strap onto the rear drive shaft and gouging it to un-safe condition","quote_2_odi":"11714336","quote_2_text":"While walking to my car I notice my fuel tank hanging down and upon further inspection the front fuel tank strap broke, I took it to a mechanic who confirmed that the strap broke from the frame which has rusted","quote_3_odi":"11689704","quote_3_text":"The bracket connecting the fuel tank strap to the frame has broken and left fuel tank unsupported. Extreme fire hazard is fuel tank becomes disconnected or leaking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2017-tone-wheel-failure","label":"Crankshaft tone wheel failure causing engine stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":861,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11647059","quote_1_text":"Tone wheel failed at 68,300 miles, my vehicle shut off mid driving at 50mph and lost all power to accelerate and power steering and lastly ability to start. Luckily it was later in the day and traffic was light and I was able to coast onto a shoulder","quote_2_odi":"11716726","quote_2_text":"The crankshaft tone wheel failed just like the TSB's and recalls. The vehicle would not restart. There are multiple bulletins and recalls along with warranty extensions for this issue but for some reason it does not seem to apply to my truck","quote_3_odi":"11704590","quote_3_text":"DTC P0336 crankcase position sensor A circuit range/performance code truck lost power for several seconds at 50mph in traffic almost causing a collision, then power returned causing fast acceleration almost lost control of vehicle. truck is now in limp mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2018-electric-power-steering","label":"Electric power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":645,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11735037","quote_1_text":"The electronic power steering failed. And its $1300-3600 for the new rack and pinion cause the whole rack needs to be replaced when it fails. First my alternator went out then all of sudden my electronic assisted power steering went out","quote_2_odi":"11706753","quote_2_text":"Steering rack and pinion locked up while driving, delayed inputs, unsafe at high speed. Service power steering light came on, disappeared shortly after with steering inputs still jumpy and hard to control.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2018-high-pressure-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":645,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11664380","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failure while driving. This vehicle shows potential recall for this part but for some reason my vehicle is not listed in the system for this recall. I have a 2018 ecodiesel with the 3.0","quote_2_odi":"11561694","quote_2_text":"Truck is showing code p026c means truck is runing lean and it has to do with the fuel pump recall and parts are not yet available I need this issue fixed because I'll be getting station in germany","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2018-uconnect-screen-camera","label":"Uconnect screen and rear camera image loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":645,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11352762","quote_1_text":"REAR VIEW CAMERA, SCREEN GOES BLUE, OR BLK OR WITH COLORED LINES AND YOU CANT SEE ANYTHING. IT DOES WHILE DRIVING, PARK & REVERSE. THEY HAVE REPLACED THE CAMERA 4 TIMES AND STILL DOING IT THE TRUCK WAS NEW & HAVE ONLY HAD FOR 2 1/2 YEARS.","quote_2_odi":"11690327","quote_2_text":"Uconnect is erratic Heated seats turning on, unable to call 911, climate control turns on and off or changes temp from hot to AC turning on. Radio changes stations. Apps flipping from on to another. Unable topair phone to uconnect.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-abs-hydraulic-control-module","label":"ABS / hydraulic control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11735125","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Ram 1500 has had a failed ABS control module for several months, which disables critical safety features including ABS, traction control, and cruise control. While entering the interstate on an on-ramp during light rain and under normal driving conditions, the loss of…","quote_2_odi":"11723024","quote_2_text":"Our 2019 Ram 1500 has less than 40,000 miles but now diagnosed with Internal Failure in ABS Module and Hydraulic control. There is currently no ABS recall linked to our VIN but a similar ABS recall covers our 2019 truck year and Ram 1500 truck model (24V-653). Dealership and…","quote_3_odi":"11694949","quote_3_text":"Diagnosed brakes at repair shop and advised ABS Module failing. Saw online recalls for certain vehicles yet our 2019 has the issue and nothing was noted for recall. I have 4 daughters and our safety and the safety of others is at risk with a faulty system, The lights on the dash…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and restraint system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677879","quote_1_text":"Airbag warning light is on no accident. It just came on no airbags have been deployed. There is a recall for similar. Ran 1500 classics of this make and model but not my VIN number for the same airbag sensor light.","quote_2_odi":"11716926","quote_2_text":"Air bag warning light Diagnosed safety restraint system air bag module Not included in 2019 recall for same issue per dealership","quote_3_odi":"11704166","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road on my way home from work. And without warning the airbags in both front seats and both front seat belts and the top one close or inside the roof all went off at the same time. Causing me to almost wreak my truck. I went off in the ditch then back on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-backlite-rear-window-leak","label":"Cracked backlite frame and rear window water leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11689432","quote_1_text":"A cracked backlite frame resulting in an interior water leak (crack is visible from the outside). Water leaks from the top of the backlite. There is a recall under Warranty Bulletins: U.S. D-23-17 (TSB: 23-098-23) for the same make, year, and model as this vehicle, but it is not…","quote_2_odi":"11700590","quote_2_text":"Rear window of ram truck leaks and ram will not authorize proper window replacements. Caulk is not the answer as they've suggested","quote_3_odi":"11702954","quote_3_text":"I have a rear window leak that is that is from a manufacturing defect, as described in this TSB: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10247466-9999.pdf I originally took the vehicle into the dealer in advance of my factory extended warranty expiring and they said they would…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-electric-power-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11702186","quote_1_text":"Sudden power steering failure while driving. I was cornering when power steering failed nearly causing a crash. no prior warning lights or indicators. During research noted other same year models recalled for the same issue but not my VIN. Contacted manufacture customer service…","quote_2_odi":"11690464","quote_2_text":"Power steering completely goes out at random occasions and may or may not reset. Multiple times I have lost power steering driving on roadways and luckily was able to avoid a crash. Doing research they are expensive to replace the so called guilty parts. Rack and pinion on the…","quote_3_odi":"11740244","quote_3_text":"Loss of power steering while driving. RAM says there are no replacement parts and there is no recall on this part, steering rack and pinion.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-exhaust-manifold-cracks","label":"Cracked exhaust manifolds and broken manifold bolts","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11687344","quote_1_text":"Exhaust Manifolds are cracked as others have noted. This a known issue by the manufacturer and they have issued a TSB but those of us out of warranty have to pay to replace their known defective part. This should be a full recall.","quote_2_odi":"11718895","quote_2_text":"The exhaust manifolds crack both of them which is a flaw that has not been recalled The leak started within a few months of owning the truck new it was under bumper to bumper warranty but the leak was not loud so I did not worry about it and it always passed emissions after the…","quote_3_odi":"11685603","quote_3_text":"Bilateral manifold failure, high incident in 2019 vehicles. Stellantis should review for recall.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-instrument-cluster-blank","label":"Instrument cluster going black or blank","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721434","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the instrument cluster was black. The contact stated that the failure was initially intermittent but had become a permanent failure. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the…","quote_2_odi":"11682591","quote_2_text":"LCD screen in instrument cluster does not power on, stays black, and does not show relevant driving, safety, or error messages.","quote_3_odi":"11729934","quote_3_text":"Instrument cluster does not work. This has been happening for months now, making vehicle speed and none of the guages or warning lights visible.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2019-mgu-alternator-generator","label":"eTorque MGU / alternator-generator failure and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1434 total)","source_complaint_count":1434,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11682862","quote_1_text":"The eTorq generator stopped working and the engine shutdown on the highway. I had to get a tow to the shop as the vehicle is not usable and the engine will not start. Furthermore, this part is unavailable with no-ETA as it is on nationwide backorder. I have been waiting for over…","quote_2_odi":"11686136","quote_2_text":"Alternator with etorgue has gone out leaving the truck stranded and no parts are available. I order one on the 23rd of June 2025 it is now September 9th 2025. There is no update and part is still showing back ordered.","quote_3_odi":"11681533","quote_3_text":"MGU (alternator) has went out on my truck and multiple dealerships have stated they can't fix it due to parts not available. Molar can't get the part and now I'm stuck with no vehicle. The dealership told me they have multiple people waiting for the same part and that the MGU is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2020-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 595 total)","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11638636","quote_1_text":"ABS module/hcu failure Jan 13, 2025. No indication of problem prior to failure. When failure occurred, vehicle was traveling around curve in road at 50 mph when all warning lights on dash lit, loss of power steering, engine shutdown, loss of power brakes. Vehicle had to be…","quote_2_odi":"11698863","quote_2_text":"My truck was taken to the ram dealership in Conway, AR and they told me it needed an ABS Module and it was ordered and that was in January of 2025 so it has now been almost a year that the part (ABS Module) has been on back order and there is still no ETA. That is a serious…","quote_3_odi":"11728834","quote_3_text":"ABS light keeps coming on and off. The 4WD keeps going on and off and the cruise control and traction keeps working then not working. There is a recall for other year models for the ABS system that basically is exactly what's happening with my truck. I am worried that it will…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2020-etorque-charging-system","label":"eTorque charging system and alternator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 595 total)","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11727324","quote_1_text":"While driving my Ram Rebel 2020, the eTorque alternator failed, causing the vehicle to lose electrical power and forcing me to be towed. This posed a serious safety risk, including potential loss of power assist for steering and braking. The issue was addressed only by…","quote_2_odi":"11702983","quote_2_text":"The alternator failed on my vehicle leaving the vehicle without any power in the middle of the interstate roadway having to manually pushed to the side of a very busy highway then towed to a repair shop afterwards. Simply put, my truck just killed in the middle of a interstate…","quote_3_odi":"11691610","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated while driving at 20 MPH, the message \"Alternator Fault Detected\" was displayed. The vehicle lost motive power and came to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, where the vehicle was unable to restart. No warning…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 595 total)","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11636184","quote_1_text":"As I was backing out of my drive way my power steering stopped working and has been hard to turn the wheel. I moved the steering wheel up and down and it started working again, and then the next day it went back to no longer working.","quote_2_odi":"11652898","quote_2_text":"There is a high whining noise followed by a loss of power steering. There is a recall for the EPs system that stopped in 2019; however, 2020 is still using the same part. The recall should be extended to cover all vehicles manufactured using the part numbers associated with…","quote_3_odi":"11653411","quote_3_text":"Truck was responding perfectly fine until we stop to watch a movie at the theater last night. After the movie I turn on the truck and notice my power steering was not working and everything else on my truck works fine.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2020-rear-window-water-leak","label":"Rear window water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 595 total)","source_complaint_count":595,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11631521","quote_1_text":"I have a 2020 Ram 1500 pickup, and the rear window leaks on both side of the glass and runs down to the carpet and it is starting to smell really moldy. I took it into the ram dealership on 11-4-24, and they said they have had several complaints on this and said I could pay to…","quote_2_odi":"11721478","quote_2_text":"A crack developed in the plastic frame of the rear sliding backlite window, allowing water to enter the vehicle cabin from the rear glass area. Water intrusion has been observed on the rear seating surfaces and interior trim during rain and snow events. The condition has been…","quote_3_odi":"11642942","quote_3_text":"Leaking back glass, Soaked carpet, and a musty odor.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-abs-esc-recall","label":"ABS and electronic stability control recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703235","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V653000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing…","quote_2_odi":"11721459","quote_2_text":"Stellantis is recalling over 1.2 million 2019-2024 Ram 1500 pickups, including the 2021 model year, due to a software flaw in the ABS module that can disable the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) system My ram vin is not listed, but i am receiving this error.","quote_3_odi":"11688348","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the ABS and ECS warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall related to the ABS. The vehicle was not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718418","quote_1_text":"My husband went down into a 15 ft embankment fully in the air side bags deployed driver and passenger did not","quote_2_odi":"11708759","quote_2_text":"High impact vehicle accident, with major damage. Drivers airbag did not deploy.","quote_3_odi":"11702581","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 RAM 1500. The contact stated that while driving at 47 MPH, towards a four-way intersection, the vehicle coming off the road on the left side of the vehicle ran a stop causing another vehicle to collide with his vehicle. The contact stated that no air…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-alternator-etorque-mgu-failure","label":"Alternator and eTorque motor generator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11695596","quote_1_text":"My etorque motor starting making a really loud noise. So I took it in to have it looked. Technician said the etorque motor was going. Ordered a new one but said it was on back order. My truck then died and the part still does not have a ship date.","quote_2_odi":"11694047","quote_2_text":"eTorque MGU hybrid motor going out with unexpected loss of power and stopping. Upon failure vehicle lost power and became inoperable. Both independent service center and dealer service center confirmed the eTorque MGU hybrid motor is failing. Upon further research thousands of…","quote_3_odi":"11699523","quote_3_text":"All warning lights on dash came on including battery. Freedom Dodge assessed it on 11-10-2025 and said the vehicle generator has an internal short and is discharging the battery. If being operated could cause the vehicle to die while in motion. I am making $700 per month…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-exhaust-manifold-crack","label":"Cracked exhaust manifold and cabin fumes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11742815","quote_1_text":"Both exhaust manifold cracked causing exhaust fumes to leak in to cab","quote_2_odi":"11737488","quote_2_text":"The exhaust manifold on both sides of the motor have cracked and have broken bolts. The Ram dealer confirmed it and says it is a known issue that the manufacturer will not fix. With the crack and broken bolts, exhaust fumes are leaking out. It gets nauseating in the cab of the…","quote_3_odi":"11704281","quote_3_text":"Exhaust manifold on passenger side has cracked leading to exhaust fumes in cabin, causing dizziness and headaches due to carbon monoxide ram has acknowledged this issue with a TSB but the fact that exhaust fumes come into the cabin on a vehicle that is five years old is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741554","quote_1_text":"My 2021 RAM 1500 ecodiesel was subject to an NHTSA recall (23V-263). The recall included a replacement High pressure fuel pump (HPFP) due to a mechanical defect in the Bosch CP4.2 high-pressure fuel pump (HPFP) that causes the pump to fail prematurely and destroy itself…","quote_2_odi":"11713579","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who replaced the high-pressure fuel pump under NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V767000 (Fuel…","quote_3_odi":"11688076","quote_3_text":"Failed fuel pump Needs a new fuel pump at 34000 miles. Vehicle currently at the dealership service department I saw there were previous recalls on these vehicles and their fuel pumps I should not have to replace a fuel pump at this mileage, ever","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-oil-pan-corrosion","label":"Oil pan corrosion and oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11743214","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2021 Ram 1500 North Edition (VIN: [XXX]) on XXX. As of last week, I noticed fluid leaking from under the engine compartment of the truck. I crawled under the truck and found that this five-year old truck has an oil pan that has rusted and rotted on the bottom and…","quote_2_odi":"11719659","quote_2_text":"The oil pan on my 2021 Ram1500 has premature severe corrosion. When the oil pan fails, oil will drain to the roadway causing hazard to other vehicles and cause catastrophic engine damage disabling the vehicle. I tried to contact Ram about the issue to raise concern about this…","quote_3_odi":"11693388","quote_3_text":"Oil pans are rusting through . Mine has 45,053 miles. In the 60k mile powertrain warranty. RAM refuses to fix because it is 'corrosion'. They want $1,861.53 to replace. These rusted pans are all over the internet.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-power-steering-loss","label":"Electronic power steering loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11710845","quote_1_text":"The issue started with power steering failure warning light flashed and then went of a couple times. I could also hear the fan kick on high, then the power steering warning light came on and stay on. When it stayed on, I lost power steering and barely could make a u turn on a 2…","quote_2_odi":"11713088","quote_2_text":"No issues with steering on vehicle in about 81,000 miles since new. Yesterday, started vehicle, no power steering at all, alert light on dash stating power steering problem with electric steering. I stopped and restarted vehicle 3 or 4 times, did not resolve issue. I…","quote_3_odi":"11692581","quote_3_text":"On 10\\09\\2025 I was backing into a parking spot and when I was trying to adjust the position of the vehicle the power steering failed as I was backing up. After the power steering failed to work, the Power Steering Light appeared on the Dashboard. This is the first time this…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram-1500-2021-rear-window-leak-electrical","label":"Rear window leak and electrical damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 647 total)","source_complaint_count":647,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741285","quote_1_text":"2021 Ram 1500, rear window leaked after it rained. (Common problem with these trucks, even a class action law suit because of this issue). Leak was bad enough to cause severe electrical damage, truck will not start. There is an extended warranty related to this issue BUT…","quote_2_odi":"11690574","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehice on 9/23/25, it randomly turned off while driving down my street. Took a while to get it started again, then once it was started, it would not turn off. I brought the vehicle to a local shop. There were NO warning lights.The next day they let me know…","quote_3_odi":"11724788","quote_3_text":"There is water coming into the vehicles cab via the rear window and is getting electrical components under the rear window wet. Took vehicle to a dealer to be diagnosed. Concluded water coming into cab of vehicle from top of rear glass. Frame of window is likely culprit.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11716000","quote_1_text":"I experienced a sudden loss of power steering at 75 miles per hour on the freeway. This created an immediate safety hazard. I am requesting manufacturer goodwill repair assistance and for the dealer to open a safety case","quote_2_odi":"11712067","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH on the highway, the power steering warning light illuminated, and the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact pulled over to the right side of the road and waited for tow truck…","quote_3_odi":"11662259","quote_3_text":"The electric power steering will stop working while driving. The power steering warning light will come on and spotentially causing intermittent and complete loss of power steering assist. At times I am unable to move the steering wheel and control the direction of the Ram 1500.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-etorque-stall-auto-park","label":"Engine stall with automatic park and parking-brake engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11731029","quote_1_text":"Turning left from a stop sign, engine turned off in the middle of the intersection and parking brake was automatically applied. max speed achieved approximately 5mph. Red Battery dash light was illuminated. Dash instructions were to press brake pedal and push park brake…","quote_2_odi":"11729910","quote_2_text":"I was driving my Ram 1500 5.7L eTorque this morning (2022, ~36k miles). About 10 minutes in, I was stopped at a light and the truck shut down completely (engine, electric, etc.) There was no prior notice, nor was it having problems.…","quote_3_odi":"11716874","quote_3_text":"We have had this truck since August 2025, the engine has stalled while driving numerous times since we have had it. This happens randomly and unexpectedly, the vehicle loses power and stalls, shifts itself back into park and engages the emergency break.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-front-suspension-ball-joint","label":"Front suspension ball joint / control arm separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11723483","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 15 MPH and approaching a speed hump, the driver's side front wheel detached at the ball joint, disabling the vehicle. The vehicle was towed by AAA to a certified mechanic.…","quote_2_odi":"11727926","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that while making a left turn out of the driveway, there was a clunking sound coming from the front passenger’s side of the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to steer or turn properly.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-heater-core-coolant-odor","label":"Heater core failure with coolant odor in cabin","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11724856","quote_1_text":"SMELL OF COOLANT THROUGH OUT THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE REPAIR SHOP AND AFTER A PRESSURE TEST WAS CONDUCTED, IT WAS FOUND TO BE A BAD HEATER CORE. APPARENTLY THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND HAS BEEN WIDELY REPORTED. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 40,000 MILES AND HAS BEEN…","quote_2_odi":"11735524","quote_2_text":"The vehicle appears to have common issue of heater core going out and leaking coolant, causing poisonous fume to be pushed through the ventilation system causing respiratory issues. During my research i noticed this is common and a costly issue which many drivers complain about…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-mgu-etorque-generator-failure","label":"Motor generator unit / 48V eTorque component failure and parts backorder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737426","quote_1_text":"The check engine light and the battery warning lights came on. Took it to the dealership and they diagnosed the problem to be the MOTOR GENERATING UNIT (MGU). This is a known problem with the ram truck. The parts to fix it are on back order at a minimum of 45 days.","quote_2_odi":"11725441","quote_2_text":"This is in regards to well known issue with the E-Torque MGU generator equipped on this vehicle. The internal bearing is failing causing a whining and grinding sound and results in a loss of electrical power that causes the vehicle to stall and not restart when the auto…","quote_3_odi":"11733358","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the engine and battery warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle lost automotive power while driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor detachment obstructing view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11665864","quote_1_text":"On separate occasions, both the driver and passenger side visors spontaneously detached and fell into the line of sight while driving. In the case of the driver side visor, I was traveling on the interstate at approximately 75 mph when the visor failed and fell into my light…","quote_2_odi":"11721596","quote_2_text":"Drivers side visor plastic mount broke while attempting to adjust the visor while driving on the turnpike. Visor was impeding visibility and could not be removed due to the electrical components. Also could not pull over to remove because specialty torx screwdriver required…","quote_3_odi":"11737054","quote_3_text":"The visors on both sides will just detach and unexpectedly fall from the roof of the truck while you are driving. They are fairly big and when they detach and fall it poses a risk of crashing. I have researched this and it seems to be a problem with many Ram trucks.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"1500-2022-uconnect-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Uconnect screen and backup camera blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 570 total)","source_complaint_count":570,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11719638","quote_1_text":"Black screens, freezes, and reboots Backup camera not displaying These require a complete reset of the uconnect to get the screen and cameras back. Rear collision is immanent without cameras","quote_2_odi":"11723208","quote_2_text":"There is a known issue with the Ram infotainment Uconnect systems. The 2022 Ram 1500 frequently experiences infotainment issues involving its Uconnect 5 system, characterized by loud buzzing or popping noises, \"screen bouncing\" (glitchy movement or flickering), and spontaneous…","quote_3_odi":"11716429","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Ram 1500 TRX has recurring safety-related failures of the infotainment system affecting both Uconnect 5 (12” screen) and earlier Uconnect 4 units. These issues are widespread in 2021–2024 Ram TRX and Ram 1500 models and began or worsened after forced over-the-air…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-12v-charging-failure","label":"12V battery and charging system voltage loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726471","quote_1_text":"While towing approximately 4,000 lbs, the 12V battery began slowly draining while the vehicle was in motion. Battery voltage gradually dropped below 10 volts until the engine shut off completely while driving. No warning lights appeared prior to shutdown","quote_2_odi":"11695283","quote_2_text":"The electrical and battery system on my 2023 Ram 1500 Big Horn has repeatedly malfunctioned, causing a severe parasitic battery drain that leaves the vehicle completely inoperable. The problem began in Fall 2024 and has been reproduced and confirmed by the dealer multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11663480","quote_3_text":"On 3 separate occasions the truck has completely broken down while traveling 60-84mph. Each time, while in motion, the check engine and battery lights come on on the gauge cluster. Voltage starts rapidly draining from the battery indicator before systems start being shut down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633074","quote_1_text":"All Air bags Failed to deploy on impact into a semi tractor at 45 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11739256","quote_2_text":"Ram 1500 Big Horn Limited 2023 was totaled in accident. Front end collision. None of the air bags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11635521","quote_3_text":"Air bags did not deploy and assist button did not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-eps-loss-steering","label":"Electric power steering loss and stiff steering wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757116","quote_1_text":"Was driving down the road, went to make a right turn and my steering wheel went stiff / hard, the \"Power Steering Unavailable\" light popped up on the dash, and I had to crank my wheel to the right as hard as I could to avoid scraping the person waiting to turn left","quote_2_odi":"11598733","quote_2_text":"While driving I was making a left hand turn to another roadway. All of a sudden I was unable to make the turn because my steering went completely out. I had to make an immediate stop, if not I would have driven into the ditch. Had there been oncoming traffic this steering…","quote_3_odi":"11691061","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while either starting the vehicle, driving, or parking, the steering wheel was loose and then became tightened. Additionally, there was a burning odor near the front of the vehicle while driving 25 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-etorque-stall-ebrake","label":"eTorque engine stall with automatic parking brake engagement","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650095","quote_1_text":"While driving slowly in stop & go traffic, the engine shuts off unexpectedly, often while the vehicle is moving at a slow speed (e-torque switching from 4 cylinders to 8 upon slight acceleration. The truck additionally applies the emergency brake and the shifter remains in Drive","quote_2_odi":"11608261","quote_2_text":"I was in downtown Atlanta traffic, moving around 10 miles per hour.  The truck suddenly shut off and applied the parking brake.  Once restarted the battery light was displayed on the dash.  This has happened approximately 10-12 times in the last year","quote_3_odi":"11652950","quote_3_text":"3 times in the last month, my 2023 Ram with only 25000 miles has stalled while I have been driving. The situation was I was in a line of traffic and rolling forward at approximately 5-10 miles per hour when the truck died, auto shifted into park and set the emergency brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-sunroof-glass-spontaneous-break","label":"Sunroof and panoramic glass spontaneous breakage","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753220","quote_1_text":"Driving down highway and the sunroof randomly exploded, glass fell on us in the truck.  Nothing hit the sunroof or caused the explosion!   Looking online this is a known issue due to issues with the tempered glass in sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11728816","quote_2_text":"I was driving down Highway 16 in Texas between Fredericksburg and Kerrville when I heard a very loud noise and the panoramic window on my vehicle exploded.  There were not any objects that came in contact with the window to cause it to break","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-tailgate-unlatching","label":"Tailgate unlatching unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747604","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on approximately four occasions while driving at undisclosed speeds, the tailgate opened unexpectedly. The contact pulled over safely each time and closed the tailgate to continue driving","quote_2_odi":"11538839","quote_2_text":"Tailgate latch failed. Tailgate opened while driving on two separate occasions. As of this submission my vehicle has less than 3,000 miles. After the second failure I took the vehicle to the dealership. They ran diagnostics and confirmed an issue with the tailgate latch","quote_3_odi":"11663204","quote_3_text":"Tailgate unlatched one its own when I was backing up. It dropped and struck another vehicles bumper. Tailgate is smashed now. I was watching the back up camera and the tailgate was closed. It electronically opened itself and dropped down with me doing anything","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-turn-signal-no-cancel","label":"Turn signal lever failure to cancel after turn","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547012","quote_1_text":"Left turn signal doesn’t cancel on its own. You signal left and you make a left turn and the signal is still blinking. This is a widespread issue according to other Ram 1500 owners","quote_2_odi":"11672028","quote_2_text":"Steering column control module went out.  Right blinker will not stop and left doesn't work at all.  Even in the off position right stays on so I have to put it down to the not working left to stop that but any movement and its starts again","quote_3_odi":"11647616","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has always had an issue with turn signal canceling the left hand turn probably fails 30/40% of the time. There was a recall on this but requires a diagnostic to be performed. This has been completed twice and didn’t fail, but service writer and tech both witnessed it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2023-uconnect-blackscreen","label":"Uconnect infotainment black screen and system reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734558","quote_1_text":"The primary defect is black-screen failures while driving. When the screen goes black or freezes, the truck loses all functions controlled through the display, including HVAC/defrost, backup camera, vehicle settings, seat controls, and performance gauges","quote_2_odi":"11720735","quote_2_text":"The uconnect 4 system that controls everything on the vehicle will randomly reboot while being driven, disabling safety systems like reverse cameras during the reboot, and leaving the UI for uconnect incomplete after restart is completed","quote_3_odi":"11704579","quote_3_text":"Ram released a software update to the Uconnect system, and it has disabled navigation, drive mode, and rear camera. This has been nonfunctional now since April so about eight months and they are saying they’re not releasing any new software updates at this time to fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2024-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Air bag warning lamp and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11680374","quote_1_text":"I keep getting a message to service airbags. Sometimes it resets its self but always returns. Only 13000 miles on vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2024-electrical-battery-failure","label":"Electrical system failure and 12V/48V battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756693","quote_1_text":"While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle intermittently stalled and failed to return to normal operation. The braking, electronic stability control, and battery warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2024-heater-core-windshield-fog","label":"Heater core failure causing windshield fogging","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728769","quote_1_text":"Heater Core Windshield fogging because of antifreeze fumes interfering with the HVAC Yes the issue has been confirmed by the dealer (Sansone Ram, NJ) I wasn't sure but kept smelling antifreeze in the cabin and the front windshield was interfering with my view in front of me.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2024-uconnect-blackscreen","label":"Uconnect infotainment black screen and reboot","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11735050","quote_1_text":"The primary defect is black-screen failures while driving. When the screen goes black or freezes, the truck loses all functions controlled through the display, including HVAC/defrost, backup camera, vehicle settings, seat controls, and performance gauges.","quote_2_odi":"11704124","quote_2_text":"The primary defect is black-screen failures while driving. When the screen goes black or freezes, the truck loses all functions controlled through the display, including HVAC/defrost, backup camera, vehicle settings, seat controls, and performance gauges. This creates an immediate…","quote_3_odi":"11582992","quote_3_text":"The vehicles main 12inch information screen goes blank and will not turn on until about 45 minutes after the vehicle has been running when the information is black no safety features work and the dash reads no key detected in the vehicle while the key is inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2024-unexpected-acceleration","label":"Unexpected acceleration at low speed or stop","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11573985","quote_1_text":"While in stop and go traffic my foot was easing off of brake to role forward. The vehicle began a rapid acceleration. I was able to for the brake pedal down but rear tires began spinning and rpm shot up. Applied left foot on brake pedal and with all my strength pressed brake.","quote_2_odi":"11659148","quote_2_text":"Once, at an intersection with my family in the truck, the truck began revving up and accelerating toward oncoming traffic. My family was in the vehicle. I had to smash the brakes several times, and the back wheels were chiroing due to the forward acceleration.","quote_3_odi":"11664924","quote_3_text":"Truck has auto start/stop for fuel efficiency. It automatically engages on startup. Truck is prone to sudden unexpected acceleration when it is engaged. Has almost caused 3 wrecks with my truck. Dealership says they know about the problem and that I should just turn it off everytime I get in the truck.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"Unintended Automatic Emergency Braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-10-07 → 2026-08-05 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751870","quote_1_text":"While driving northbound on [XXX] from [XXX] into [XXX] during heavy rain, my vehicle experienced an uncommanded Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) deployment just before the bridge. The sudden activation of the AEB system at highway speed on a wet surface caused the vehicle to…","quote_2_odi":"11755050","quote_2_text":"The emergency braking system initiated during operating my vehicle (has done it 3 times) for no reason. It locks up my engine and will not let me operate the vehicle.  The software went crazy with warnings.  Would not allow me to turn off the engine.  It acted like it thought I…","quote_3_odi":"11712524","quote_3_text":"For the sixth time, the vehicle has stopped in mid traffic.  A couple of close incidents of almost getting hit in two lane traffic, at stop lights surrounded by traffic, on interstate.  The incident today came after a supposed, \"final fix\" for the blind spot warning.  It is not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-autopark-stall-in-traffic","label":"Unexpected engine shutdown and Auto Park engagement in traffic","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2025-09-24 → 2026-08-10 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756088","quote_1_text":"When driving slowly throught a parking lot, the dashboard warned to put the car in park. I could not steer, speed up, or slow down. I managed to park the car diagonally, and went into park. The vehicle then shut off and I had to turn it back on. Both of my kids where in the car","quote_2_odi":"11741985","quote_2_text":"Engine shuts off while idling and also while driving. While driving, the condition most commonly occurs at speeds under 10 mph, but it has occurred on public roads and highways. When the engine shuts off, the truck violently engages Auto Park while the vehicle is still in motion","quote_3_odi":"11709486","quote_3_text":"While operating the vehicle, the engine shut off unexpectedly and without warning while the vehicle was in traffic. In one incident, the vehicle was stopped at a traffic light and, when the accelerator was pressed after the light turned green, the engine cut off and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Recurring battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-10-13 → 2026-07-15 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745844","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced repeated battery failures resulting in a complete loss of electrical power. Both the main and auxiliary batteries have been replaced under warranty three separate times:  5/14/2025 at 839 miles 12/11/2025 at 4,557 miles 6/19/2026 at 7,851 miles","quote_2_odi":"11717665","quote_2_text":"battery drains completely dead and will not take a charge.  I bought this vehicle just under 1 year ago and 3 batteries main batteries have had to be be replaced, and 2 secondary batteries.  Something is draining and killing the batteries and the dealership cannot find the cause","quote_3_odi":"11735806","quote_3_text":"The vehicle suffers from a recurring parasitic battery drain that results in a completely dead 12V battery after the vehicle sits for short periods. This appears to be a software or hardware failure in the Body Control Module (BCM) or Radio Frequency (RF) Hub that prevents the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-engine-misfire-hesitation","label":"Engine misfire and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2025-09-26 → 2026-08-15 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748844","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact stated that the engine experienced misfires during cold starts. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer on three separate occasions, where diagnostic trouble code: P0300 was retrieved…","quote_2_odi":"11692267","quote_2_text":"Since then I have had it into the shop 10+ times. There is a check engine light that comes on.  Engine runs VERY rough and erratic.  Had issues driving away from a stop light, chugging, lack of power. Making a left hand turn is taking my life in my hands! Each time at the…","quote_3_odi":"11741861","quote_3_text":"The Throttle response is very slow when slowing down and then trying to take back off you are half throttle or more before anything happens, i have had to pull off the road to keep other vehicles from hitting me because the vehicle would not go","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-10-13 → 2026-08-15 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757111","quote_1_text":"Instrument cluster fail intermittent during startup(completely blackout). Unable to determine my speed, how much fuel I has left, etc. my vehicle is not listed in 2 previous recall for the same problem. 26V225000 and 25V826000","quote_2_odi":"11743984","quote_2_text":"Vehicle loses communication with the cluster. I’ve been dealing with this issue with the dealer. They have no way of fixing it. They have changed the instrument cluster and still have the problem. It just goes black when I’m driving so I have no speedometer no gauges or anything","quote_3_odi":"11750403","quote_3_text":"On June 24, 2026, after the full component replacement, the instrument panel cluster suffered a complete blackout while I was operating the vehicle at highway speeds. This resulted in a total loss of the speedometer and all safety information","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-trailer-brake-module-recall-parts","label":"Recall 26V059000 trailer brake module parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2026-02-24 → 2026-08-13 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756444","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Ram 1500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not…","quote_2_odi":"11735653","quote_2_text":"FCA - USA has a safety recall for Ram trucks manufactured between 2024 -2026.   The towing/trailer module is defective and the trailer lights, turn signals and trailer braking may not function while towing a vehicle.   The recall has been effective since Feb. 2, 2026. I have…","quote_3_odi":"11726368","quote_3_text":"While towing a loaded horse trailer, I received a red \"trailer brake\" warning light on the instrument cluster indicating that the trailer brakes were no longer connected. I confirmed that the trailer brakes were not working by attempting to activate them manually with the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-uconnect-infotainment-failure","label":"Uconnect infotainment freeze, reboot, and backup camera loss","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2025-12-05 → 2026-05-06 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730608","quote_1_text":"Intermittent but recurring failure of the Uconnect infotainment system and rearview backup camera on a 2025 Ram 1500. The defect occurs at vehicle startup and when shifting the transmission into reverse. Symptoms include: (1) the center console display freezes and becomes…","quote_2_odi":"11735987","quote_2_text":"The 14.4\" Infotainment Screen will freeze randomly during vehicle start-up, make an audible buzzing sound through the speakers, then hard reset. During this time, the camera system is inoperable until the radio finishes resetting, causing reduced visibility around the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11703411","quote_3_text":"I purchased this RAM 1500 Big Horn Edition truck new on 12/23/24. The backup camera display has randomly failed 14 times only showing a blue screen. I have been able to clear the error by turning the vehicle off and back on except for two occasions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2025-unintended-acceleration-throttle","label":"Unintended acceleration and uncontrolled engine revving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09-25 → 2026-07-15 (200 most-recent of 314 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":314,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750644","quote_1_text":"9/25/25 My truck accelerated on its own, in drive, while turning and a downhill situation. It revved high, about 2000 RPM but I was able to pull over to get it in park to stop revving, and turned it off.  It restarted and when I arrived to work that trip, it did the same in…","quote_2_odi":"11743464","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed to park the vehicle inside the residence's garage, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, crashed through the rear wall of the garage, and into a snowbank, where the vehicle came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11731632","quote_3_text":"The tachometer on the truck was at just over 4000 RPM - far above normal idle of ~1000 RPM. The engine had been revving trying to drive the truck forward even though I had my foot off the gas and on the brake!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-aeb-phantom-braking-shutdown","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation and engine shutdown","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-03-04 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757254","quote_1_text":"Emergency brake comes on during car wash and engine turns off. Car crashed into the back of the truck on 7-7-26 causing damage to the front of their vehicle. Truck was evaluated by dealership who \"reset the electronics\" but it continues after this service","quote_2_odi":"11753691","quote_2_text":"After vehicle startup, approximately five  seconds, after initiating forward,, the vehicle experience and abrupt engine shut down while in motion. Concurrently the vehicles, electronic parking brake forcefully self engages without driver command due to an automated safety…","quote_3_odi":"11751126","quote_3_text":"Parking sensors and forward sensors used for adaptive cruise control will identify objects that are not there and the car will break.  Car with shut off while driving (not the normal engine cutoff with restart) and shift to park suddenly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-air-suspension-towing-instability","label":"Air suspension lowering to aero height while towing","component_code":"SUSPENSION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-07 → 2026-07-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709299","quote_1_text":"I was merging onto Interstate 20 with my 7x16 enclosed trailer properly hitched to my 2026 RAM 1500 with factory four corner air suspension. Upon reaching 63MPH the truck lowered from normal ride height to aerodynamic ride height. This caused a sudden and significant shift in…","quote_2_odi":"11749799","quote_2_text":"In January 2026, I was merging onto the highway with my 7x16 enclosed trailer and the rear end of the truck because unstable the stability control activated and when I looked at the dash it stated aero ride height achieved. I have video of this happening more than once","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-audio-max-volume-surge","label":"Audio system uncontrolled maximum volume surge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11-22 → 2026-04-30","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700971","quote_1_text":"As I was sitting at a red light, I tapped the “comfort” button on the center screen to try to adjust the air conditioner. When I did, the audio system, which had been off, suddenly blasted a radio station to the maximum volume of the speakers. No warning. It was horribly painful…","quote_2_odi":"11734823","quote_2_text":"I was changing stations on SiriusXM using the steering wheel button when the volume suddenly went to maximum. It was easily over 100db and would not respond to the volume control knob and continued blasting until I turned the radio/center console power off","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-backup-camera-blue-screen","label":"Backup camera blue screen on reverse engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2026-01-05 → 2026-04-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722693","quote_1_text":"When putting vehicle into reverse, the backup camera display had a blue screen.  Had to restart vehicle to get camera display  working again.  This has occurred multiple times","quote_2_odi":"11718431","quote_2_text":"The rearview camera intermittently fails to display an image when the vehicle is shifted into reverse and instead shows a solid blue screen. This results in a loss of rear visibility while backing.  The dealer previously replaced the infotainment/radio module to correct this…","quote_3_odi":"11709421","quote_3_text":"The rear backup camera on my vehicle intermittently fails while the vehicle is in reverse. During today's drive, the backup camera screen repeatedly flashed blue and lost the camera image multiple times while reversing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-infotainment-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment screen blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-09-16 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754434","quote_1_text":"Multiple occurrences of center stack display freezing and then going black.  Which made the backup camera display unable to be used. Screen stayed black for entire drive and did not reset until multiple restarts of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11749800","quote_2_text":"The gauge cluster will frequently go blank, have the odometer flashing, or stay on when the vehicle has been turned off. The radio will consistently display \"connection negotiation failed\" which impairs the use of android auto or any of the factory navigation or other radio…","quote_3_odi":"11741763","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that occasionally while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument panel powered off and would not illuminated critcal safety information. No warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure and brake fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742692","quote_1_text":"While driving and coming to a complete stop at a red traffic light, the service brakes suddenly failed to hold the vehicle. With the brake pedal fully depressed, the vehicle unexpectedly began creeping forward into traffic. To prevent a collision with the vehicle ahead, I had to…","quote_2_odi":"11739402","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has brake fluid leak and has been deemed Unsafe to Operate. I have been Informed the required part is unavailable until approximately September/October 2026. I was not provided a Loaner vehicle despite the vehicle being UNSAFE to Operate and Under warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-tow-mirror-blind-spot","label":"Tow mirror obstruction of lateral visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04-10 → 2026-07-13","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749926","quote_1_text":"The Ram 2026 towing package includes tow mirrors. These mirrors create a huge blind spot. multiple times I have started to pull out only to realize there was a car coming. I have had many close calls because these mirrors are so tall","quote_2_odi":"11730651","quote_2_text":"I almost pulled out in front of oncoming traffic because I did not see the traffic, it was in a blind spot.  The exterior left and right rear view mirrors are so large they block visibility from the left and right oncoming traffic at an intersection","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"1500","model_slug":"1500","cluster_id":"ram1500-2026-trailer-tow-module-recall-delay","label":"Trailer tow module recall parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-02-17 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719328","quote_1_text":"The trailer turn signal will not flash when the vehicle turn signal lever is actuated and the trailer stop lamps will not be activated upon application of the vehicle service brakes. In addition, if equipped, the trailer brakes will not function","quote_2_odi":"11721539","quote_2_text":"There is currently a recall on the trailer braking system in the truck, making it unsafe and unable to be utilized to tow a trailer or anything due to the recall. I have called the manufacturer multiple times as the dealerships have advised me that they are only receiving 1…","quote_3_odi":"11727185","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that a 24-foot trailer was identified as a 48-foot trailer, which caused the trailer brakes to fail to properly stop the trailer, and the manual brake was used to stop the vehicle. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not available for 6 -7…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/1500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-alternator-fire","label":"Alternator failure and underhood fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10927007","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE ALTERNATOR CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS NOT CALLED AND NO REPORTS WERE FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11163318","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ALTERNATOR STARTED SMELLING AND RAPID CHANGES IN VOLTAGE. WHEN STOPPED AND OPENED HOOD ALTERNATOR WAS SMOKING AND STARTING TO CATCH ON FIRE. TRUCK WAS BEING DRIVEN ON CITY STREET AS WELL AS A HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10938449","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A RAPID ALTERNATOR FAILURE DUE TO DIODE THERMAL FATIGUE. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF DUE TO AN UNDERHOOD ELECTRICAL FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-bcm-door-locks","label":"Body control module door lock malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11552925","quote_1_text":"I own a 2013 Dodge Ram 2500 and the door locks do not lock all the time. The concern here is that when I have children in the truck the child safety locks do not lock and to me this is a concern","quote_2_odi":"11240201","quote_2_text":"BODY MOUNT CONTROL (BCM) . WHICH CONTROLS THE DOOR LOCKS HAS A HIGH RATE OF FAILURE INCLUDING MY TRUCK. DRIVERS DOOR LOCKS WHEN YOU HIT THE LOCK ON THE KEY FOB. BUT THE PASSENGER, AND BOTH BACK DOORS DO NOT DUE TO A FAULTY BODY MOUNT CONTROL (BCM)","quote_3_odi":"11231386","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE AND TAIL GATE ARE THE ONLY ITEMS THAT WILL LOCK USING KEY FOB OR DOOR LOCK SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-diesel-emissions-recall","label":"Diesel emissions system failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11351970","quote_1_text":"WHILE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. MY RAM 2500 EXPERIENCED A IMMEDIATE LOSS OF POWER. CAUSING A NEAR COLLISION FROM FOLLOWING VEHICLES. UPON TAKING IT IN FOR SERVICE .IT WAS FOUND THAT THE DIESEL PARTICULATE FILTER HAD EXPLODED AND PLUGED UP THE CATALYTIC FILTER","quote_2_odi":"10750084","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V635000 (ENGINE, ENGINE COOLING, FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11722441","quote_3_text":"Jan 8 th had Ram 67A recall performed. Feb1 the EL on dash comes on and def system engine shutdown countdown. Feb 4 brought truck to dealer for service fix. Feb 5 dealer states that truck needs new DEF injector, Wiring harness , and SCR .and covered under the 67A recall warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-shift-to-park-rollaway","label":"Unintended vehicle movement while in park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11616887","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was turned off and in park(P), the vehicle shifted into reverse after the contact’s son bumped into the column shifter. As a result, the vehicle rolled down hill coming to a complete stop after striking a fence post","quote_2_odi":"11120107","quote_2_text":"I PUT THE TRUCK INTO PARK AND GOT OUT TO CLOSE THE BARN DOOR. AFTER ABOUT 2 STEPS AWAY FROM THE DRIVER'S DOOR, THE TRUCK STARTED TO ROLL","quote_3_odi":"11063753","quote_3_text":"BRAKE SHIFT INTERLOCK IS MALFUNCTIONING. VEHICLE SHIFTS OUT OF PARK WITHOUT DEPRESSING BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-steering-death-wobble","label":"Steering and suspension instability (\"death wobble\")","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11342618","quote_1_text":"ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS RECENTLY, THE STEERING ON MY 2013 DODGE 2500 EXHIBITED A VIOLENT SHAKING WHEN I HIT A SMALL LINEAR RIDGE ON THE INTERSTATE WHILE TRAVELING AT THE POSTED SPEED LIMIT SUCH AS GOING OVER A BRIDGE OR THE LINE FROM ASPHALT INSTALLED OVER OLD CONCRETE","quote_2_odi":"11291867","quote_2_text":"STEERING BECAME EXTREMELY LOOSE. IT BECAME SO LOOSE THAT IF I HIT A BUMP I WOULD END UP IN THE NEXT LANE OF TRAFFIC. THE UPPER AND LOWER BALL JOINTS, TIE ROD ENDS, AND THE ENTIRE STEERING LINKAGE WERE REPLACED AND THE PROBLEM DIDNT GET BETTER. I HAD NEARLY 6 INCHES OF PLAY IN","quote_3_odi":"11319642","quote_3_text":"EXPERIENCING \"DEATH WOBBLE\" WHEN SPEEDS REACH 50-55MPH WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2013-throttle-response-delay","label":"Delayed throttle response and unexpected acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10605852","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED THROTTLE PEDAL HAS A SEVERE DELAY WHEN HAVING TO SUDDENLY LET OFF AT SPEED THEN THE NEED TO RE-APPLY THROTTLE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION. THERE IS A DELAY IN UPWARDS OF 1 TO 2 SECONDS BEFORE THE TRUCK RESPONDS TO THROTTLE INPUT","quote_2_odi":"11254487","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT DISENGAGED THE CRUISE CONTROL AND THE VEHICLE RETURNED TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"10992867","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY MERGED ONTO THE HIGHWAY WHERE I LIVE AND I LET OFF THE THROTTLE VERY QUICKLY AND THEN GOT BACK INTO IT AND MY TRUCK DIDN'T ACCELERATE AT ALL FOR A COUPLE SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2014-drag-link-death-wobble","label":"Steering drag link recall failure and death wobble","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":341,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11551128","quote_1_text":"On the night of September 15, 2023, I was driving home from work around 8:00 pm. I hit a bump on the interstate and my truck started the \"death wobble\". Having driven a Dodge truck for a very long time, I was aware of what was going on. The vehicle starts to \"wobble\"","quote_2_odi":"11229904","quote_2_text":"YOUR RECALL REMEDY FOR 19V-021 IS UNACCEPTABLE. THE SOLUTION OF WELDING THE DRAG LINK ADJUSTER NUTS TO THE SLEEVE, PERMANENTLY RENDERS THE VEHICLE FROM BEING PROPERLY ALIGNED FOREVER. THE ONLY WAY AROUND THIS IS TO BREAK THE WELDS, ADJUST THE STEERING SLEEVE AND THEN WELDING THE","quote_3_odi":"11700153","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the steering wheel shifted while turning. The contact self-diagnosed the vehicle and found that there was slack in the track bar and brackets that needed to be reinforced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2014-instrument-panel-blackout","label":"Instrument panel display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":341,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11254132","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BLACKED OUT AND SOMETIMES THE INDICATORS WOULD FLASH. THE CONTACT CALLED KIMBERLY CAR CITY AT 563-391-8300 (LOCATED AT 625 W","quote_2_odi":"11413374","quote_2_text":"MY DIGITAL CLUSTER IS OUT. CAN'T SEE INFO IF SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH TRUCK. IT'S LIKE THE SAME ISSUE WITH RECALL 13V486000 BUT CHRYSLER SAYS IT DOESN'T COVER MY TRUCK. IT HAS LEFT ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE I COULDN'T TELL WHAT WAS WRONG WITH TRUCK WHEN IT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11755850","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the instrument panel failed to display pertinent information. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact believed that the failure was associated with","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2014-lifter-pushrod-ticking","label":"Engine lifter and pushrod ticking noise","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":341,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11521699","quote_1_text":"There is a ticking noise from the 6.4L Hemi that is in this truck. I took it into the dealer and I was told that it was normal. Recently The ticking got so loud that it sounds like the lifters or a rod that will shoot through the engine compartment and injure or kill someone","quote_2_odi":"11030259","quote_2_text":"ENGINE HAD SMALL TICKING NOISE WHEN PURCHASED AND AFTER 14000 MILES BEGAN TO KNOCK AND NOW DEALER IS SAYING THE ENGINE IS A TOTAL LOSS AND NO PROBLEM OF THEIRS. EVERYTHING THAT I HAVE LOOKED UP ON THIS ISSUE REFERS THAT THE ENGINE HAS WRIST PIN ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"11570276","quote_3_text":"After the vehicle sits at night and then started in the morning the engine has a ticking sound. ( cold start ticking) Then when I was on the hiway the vehicles motor locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2014-transmission-shift-park-lock","label":"Transmission gear-shift and park-lock failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":341,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11348377","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS 57K MILES AND TRANSMISSION ACHIEVED COMPLETE FAILURE. TRAVELING AT ABOUT 35MPH, GOING STRAIGHT IN CITY TRAFFIC AND MIL LIGHT CAME ON, INITIAL CODE READ SHOWED 3 FAULTS IN TRANSMISSION. SPECIFIC DIAGNOSIS WAS GRIM AND FINAL DIAGNOSIS BY TRANSMISSION CLINIC VALIDATED","quote_2_odi":"11373988","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION 68RFE LOSES POWER DUE TO THE ACCUMULATOR RETENTION PLATES SCREWS BECOMING LOOSE, FALLING INTO THE OIL PAN WHICH RESULTS IN THE ACCUMULATOR RETENTION PLATE TO DEFORM AND THE PISTONS TO DISLODGE RESULTING IN IMMEDIATE POWER LOSS","quote_3_odi":"11064688","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD SEVERAL INCIDENTS THIS YEAR OF THE TRANSMISSION LEVER BEING STUCK IN PARK. THIS IS WITH ENGINE ON, BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, AND EMERGENCY BRAKE RELEASED. YOU COULD NOT MOVE THE LEVER AT ALL YOU WERE STUCK, AFTER 30-60 SEC, AND REPEATED ATTEMPTS TO MOVE THE LEVER, IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2014-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger and actuator failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":341,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11530456","quote_1_text":"RAM has Turbocharger/actuator high failure rate. I have had 2 turbo failures in under 80,000 miles. When I lost the turbo I loose the exhaust brakes. This is very dangerous when towing and coming down a mountain road","quote_2_odi":"11300217","quote_2_text":"IN THE LAST MONTH WHEN I HAVE DRIVEN MY TRUCK FOR ANY AMOUNT OF TIME, I HAVE HEARD MY TURBO MAKING AN ODD NOISE THAT DOESN'T SOUND LIKE MY TURBO TYPICALLY SOUNDS LIKE SO I POSTED IT TO A FEW FORUMS I BELONG TO PERTAINING TO MY MAKE AND MODEL OF TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11709430","quote_3_text":"Check engine light came on end of November 2025 and stayed on. Immediately I took the truck to two different independent mechanics. They both said it was a problem with the turbocharger but I never received a recall regarding this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-airbags-fail-to-deploy","label":"Frontal or side air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11090255","quote_1_text":"WE WERE INVOLVED IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT ON I95. WE WERE HIT FROM THE REAR AND WE SLAMMED INTO THE CONCRETE HIGHWAY DIVIDER AT APPROXIMATELY 45-50 MPH. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10862614","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A FENCE AND CONCRETE BARRIER. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"11432067","quote_3_text":"side impact collision and the side airbags did not deploy. i had a broken hand from the impact of hitting the door/window due to the force of the impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-dead-pedal-throttle-delay","label":"Delayed throttle response from a stop (dead pedal)","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11014179","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE \"DEAD PEDAL\" THROTTLE RESPONSE IS DOWNRIGHT DANGEROUS. WHEN ACCELERATOR IS PUSHED TO THE FLOOR TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC THE TRUCK IS UNRESPONSIVE FOR SEVERAL SECONDS AND CAME MEAN LIFE OR DEATH IN CERTAIN SITUATIONS","quote_2_odi":"10938402","quote_2_text":"ON 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL THERE CAN BE AN UNPREDICTABLY LONG ( UP TO 2 SECOND) DELAY BETWEEN WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED AND WHEN THE TRUCK ACTUALLY BEGINS TO ACCELERATE. THIS IS NOT TURBO LAG (WHICH MAY LIMIT THE AMOUNT OF POWER UNTIL THE TURBO SPOOLS UP)","quote_3_odi":"10789828","quote_3_text":"THE TRUCK HAS A \"DEAD PEDAL\" WHEN YOU FLOOR THE GAS PEDAL. IT TAKES A FEW SECONDS TO GO FORWARD. IVE HAD TRAFFIC SPEED UP WHEN PULLING OUT FROM A STOP SIGN AND TRY AND PUSH THE GAS PEDAL AND THERES NOTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-steering-drag-link","label":"Steering drag link separation and recall weld defect","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10794446","quote_1_text":"STEERING DRAG LINK ADJUSTER IS COMPLETELY LOOSE. PAINT MARKS INDICATE WHERE IT WAS SUPPOSED TO BE TIGHTENED TOO, BUT EITHER IT WAS NOT TIGHTENED TO TORQUE SPEC OR TORQUE SPEC IS NOT HIGH ENOUGH. I SUSPECT IT WAS HAND TIGHTENED","quote_2_odi":"11570103","quote_2_text":"Our vehicle was not part of the safety recall V06/NHTSA 19V-21 recall based on VIN but have been experiencing same issues in the recall: Drag link separation can result in a loss of directional steering control. We have had several close calls of truck losing control","quote_3_odi":"11405082","quote_3_text":"SAFETY RECALL V06/NHTSA 19V-021. THIS RECALL WAS PERFORMED BY A DEALER WITH FULL EXPLANATION OF WHAT WAS BEING DONE. THEIR 'FIX' AS APPROVED BY YOU HAS REMOVED SERVICEABILITY OF THE STEERING SYSTEM. WELDING IN PLACE AS A 'FIX' IS BEYOND ACCEPTABLE!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-tailgate-opens-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11432450","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 75 MPH and hauling a trailer, the tailgate inadvertently lowered without warning","quote_2_odi":"11218878","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH OVER A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE CONTACT HEARD A BANG SOUND. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND FOUND THAT THE TAILGATE FELL DOWN AND STRUCK THE TRAILER JACK","quote_3_odi":"11115468","quote_3_text":"2015-2017 RAM TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH POWER LOCKING TAILGATES ARE EXPERIENCEING THE TAILGATE OPENING UNEXPECTANTLY WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11493785","quote_1_text":"Both front tires separated near the rim lt275/70r18","quote_2_odi":"11469644","quote_2_text":"lt245/70r17 we had the other front tire separate a few weeks ago. the employee was driving a few miles an hour on property when she felt and heard a thumping","quote_3_odi":"11350615","quote_3_text":"RIGHT REAR TIRE ON RAM 2500 MEGACAB BLEW WHILE TOWING A WILDCAT 312BHX 5TH WHEEL ON 7/25/2020 AT 1:45 PM ON I 26 W IN SC AT EXIT 159","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and erratic gear shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11420427","quote_1_text":"Transmission stopped working at 70500 miles. Have to have it completely replaced","quote_2_odi":"11389744","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE, THIS IS DUE TO A PLASTIC FITTING ON THE SECONDARY FILTER THAT DOES NOT ALLOW A CORRECT TIGHTENING, OVER TIME THE FILTER COMES LOOSE AND SLOWLY BURNS UP THE TRANSMISSION RESULTING IN VERY EXPENSIVE REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11431535","quote_3_text":"Transmission bearing failure, resulting in total transmission loss. Bearing broke without warning while driving and sent metal pieces through the entire transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2015-water-pump-cooling-failure","label":"Water pump failure causing loss of steering and brakes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11144256","quote_1_text":"THE WATER PUMP ON MY 2015 DODGE RAM 2500 FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING IT CAUSING THE SERPENTINE BELT TO SLIP OFF THE PULLEYS AND I LOST ALL POWER STEERING AND FOR SOME REASON POWER BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"11121526","quote_2_text":"ON 8.20.18 MY VEHICLE GOING 70MPH ON THE FREEWAY AND THEN MADE A LARGE SOUND. I THEN LOST ALL STEERING AND BRAKING ON THE HIGHWAY. I BARELY WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF WITHOUT GETTING HIT. AFTER SITTING, SMOKE STARTED COMING OUT OF FROM UNDER MY HOOD","quote_3_odi":"11118593","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED NOTICE OF RECALL T51 AFTER BEING MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE ~ SEPTEMBER 2017. SINCE THAT TIME I HAVE MADE MULTIPLE (LOST TRACK) REQUESTS FOR SERVICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-abs-hcu-module-failure","label":"ABS control module and HCU failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11559441","quote_1_text":"My truck, like those of numerous other Ram owners, has a malfunctioning ABS Control Module. Because of this malfunction, the ABS and cruise control do not work","quote_2_odi":"11587004","quote_2_text":"Service ABS SYSTEM warning light came on dash - July 2023. ABS is not functional. Traction /stability control is not functional. Scanned codes - OBDII code C0020","quote_3_odi":"11570136","quote_3_text":"Abs module failure is common in alot of rams part number 68252611ae","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-drag-link-weld-alignment","label":"Drag link recall weld prevents wheel alignment","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11228317","quote_1_text":"DRAG LINK JAM NUTS KEEP COMING LOOSE. THIS IS THE 3RD TIME SINCE OWNING THE TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"11300416","quote_2_text":"I CALLED MY DEALER ABOUT A RECENT RECALL NOTICE I RECEIVED IN THE MAIL. THEY INFORMED ME THAT THEY WOULD BE WELDING THE THREADS ON MY CENTER DRAG LINK. THIS PREVENTS THE STEERING WHEEEL FROM EVER BEING ADJUSTED AFTER AN ALIGNMENT","quote_3_odi":"11241993","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE STEERING COMPLETELY MALFUNCTIONED. THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE RIGHT AND CAUSED THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHILE TOWING A CARGO TRAILER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-grid-heater-bolt-failure","label":"Grid heater bolt failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733046","quote_1_text":"Grid heater nut/bolt detached and entered engine, causing catastrophic internal failure and total engine loss while driving","quote_2_odi":"11518672","quote_2_text":"6.7L Cummins diesel Known Grid heater bolt broke and could leave people stranded as it causes catastrophic engine failure and or damage leading up to $20 to $30K in engine repairs","quote_3_odi":"11506481","quote_3_text":"The grid heater bolt that is on the bottom side of the grid heater. It fails and the bolt falls off and get sucked into the engine destroying the piston and cylinder causing an over 10,000$ expense","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-park-rollaway-shifter","label":"Vehicle shifts out of park or rolls away unexpectedly","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11083580","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKED AT HOME, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ROLLED AWAY WHILE ENGAGED IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"11221567","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY, IT SHIFTED OUT OF PARK AND ROLLED IN REVERSE UP A SMALL HILL, CRASHED INTO A HOUSE, AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO A STOP ONLY BECAUSE THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WAS OPEN WHICH STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM REVERSING ANY FURTHER","quote_3_odi":"11698580","quote_3_text":"While attempting to shift the vehicle from Park (P) into Drive (D), the shift lever suddenly went limp and lost all resistance. Upon applying slight additional pressure to engage the transmission, the shift lever snapped off completely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-tailgate-opens-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11084255","quote_1_text":"WHEN OPERATING 2016 RAM 2500 AND TOWING A TRAILER, THE TAILGATE DROPPED WHILE TRAVELING CAUSING THE TAILGATE TO BECOME DAMAGED AND STRIKING THE TRAILERS JACK HANDLE AND BENDING TAILGATE","quote_2_odi":"11443970","quote_2_text":"The tailgate still falls open unexpectedly while driving after the tailgate recall repair was done","quote_3_odi":"11124708","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE TAILGATE UNLATCHED AND OPENED INDEPENDENTLY, WHICH CAUSED THE ITEMS ON THE BED OF THE VEHICLE TO FALL ONTO THE HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541238","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the tread of the front passenger’s side tire separated, causing the vehicle to start shaking abnormally","quote_2_odi":"11497118","quote_2_text":"Truck started shaking like a tire was out of round. Right front tire had separation (several large bubbles on the inside of the tire)","quote_3_odi":"11614360","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while his son was driving approximately 60-65 MPH, the vehicle started severely vibrating and shaking on the front passenger’s side of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2016-turbo-actuator-failure","label":"Turbocharger actuator failure on 6.7L Cummins engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11653069","quote_1_text":"The service engine lamp came on. When the mechanic investigated, it was determined that the problem is identical to the Warranty Bulletin titled Cummins 6.7L Turbocharger Actuator - X99 Warranty Extension that pertains to the 2015 RAM 2500 pickup","quote_2_odi":"11717792","quote_2_text":"The vgt actuator failed the truck only has 127000 miles on it ram extended the warranty for 2015 trucks but not 2016","quote_3_odi":"11663742","quote_3_text":"Towing my trailer with my 2016 Ram 2500, at 48,000 miles I experienced complete turbo failure in heavy traffic at highway speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-abs-module-warning-lights","label":"ABS and traction control warning lights with HCU fault","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11617464","quote_1_text":"In July of 2020 my 2017 RAM 2500 ABS and Service Electronic Brakes warning lights began illuminating intermittently. My vehicle had 12,343 miles on the odometer at the time and was three years old. There was no noticeable change to the brake performance","quote_2_odi":"11624344","quote_2_text":"Repeated ABS service message on dash. Light and chime turn on and off while depressing brake pedal, turning, hitting bumps. ABS module and hydraulic module were already replaced 20k miles ago for same issue. Code C0020-01","quote_3_odi":"11616784","quote_3_text":"Recurring ABS and traction light warning lights, with trouble code C0020 for the ABS pump control motor. Loss of function of ABS, traction control, and cruise control when it occurs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-abs-recall-parts-delay","label":"Brake HCU recall 24V-896 repair parts delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":77,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11749954","quote_1_text":"The recall C4B/NHTSB 24v-893 came out in January of 2025. The parts are still not available for this recall (per Chrysler/RAM). I have been driving my truck with a possible non-working ABS system for a year and a half, often pulling a 10,000 lb trailer","quote_2_odi":"11751563","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, an audible warning chime sounded, and the ABS control module and the traction control system failed","quote_3_odi":"11713733","quote_3_text":"My ABS light has been on for 2 years. It was previously diagnosed as the ABS pump/module. The parts were on backorder. The C4B Recall came out over a year ago. There is still no parts available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-brake-lockup","label":"Brake lockup and extended stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11722298","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle skidded for approximately 25 feet","quote_2_odi":"11641868","quote_2_text":"On January 1, 2025, while driving on a rural road, all the warning lights for the ABS and Traction Control systems lit up and I lost all braking power. I pushed the brake pedal to the floor, no brakes. I veered off into a field to stop the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11614584","quote_3_text":"The ABS light is constantly on. At times it’s off then back on. Buying new parts for it does not fix it. I slid off a rainy road the other day due to this. Narrowly missing a vehicle. The brakes locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-drag-link-weld","label":"Drag link recall weld preventing wheel alignment","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11682191","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the local dealer for the recall repair under NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V021000 (Steering). The vehicle was repaired; however, the drag link nut was welded, and the vehicle was unable to be aligned","quote_2_odi":"11705851","quote_2_text":"The welding performed during Safety Recall V06 in 2019 has rendered my vehicle unable to receive proper wheel alignment, creating an ongoing safety issue and causing premature tire wear","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-grid-heater-bolt","label":"Grid heater bolt detachment causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11643462","quote_1_text":"The grid heater bolt failed and fell into the intake runner. The bolt then fell into the number 6 cylinder causing engine failure. The vehicle has 73554 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11647529","quote_2_text":"The heater grid bolt busted loose ultimately resulting in total engine failure. The bolt went through the intake, beat cylinder 6 all to heck resulting in the piston going through the block and wrapping around the cam shaft","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2017-turbo-actuator","label":"Turbocharger actuator failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":678,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11744926","quote_1_text":"The Variable Geometry Turbo (VGT) actuator stuck and failed causing also the turbo fan to heat degradation that needed also to be replace. Cost of damage was $4680.00","quote_2_odi":"11679998","quote_2_text":"It is a known issue that 2017 ram 2500 diesels experience turbo or actuator failures at low mileage costing upwards of 8-10000 dollars in repairs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-hcu-abs-warning-lights","label":"ABS and traction control warning lights with chime","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11724971","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the ABS warning light, traction control system warning…","quote_2_odi":"11718752","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The ABS and traction control warning lights were illuminated, with an audible…","quote_3_odi":"11739791","quote_3_text":"Hydraulic Brake Unit constantly throwing warnings for over a year now.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-recall-24v896-parts-delay","label":"Brake recall 24V896 repair parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11740782","quote_1_text":"2018 Ram 2500 — Hydraulic Control Unit recall number C4B that was issued on November 27, 2024. Multiple dealers have repeatedly stated “no parts available” for over 1 year and 6 months. Recall affects braking safety. I am active duty military and rely on this vehicle for…","quote_2_odi":"11731507","quote_2_text":"The hydraulic control unit (HCU) ABS went out on my 2018 Dodge 2500 truck late summer of 2024. I took it to the dealership and they told me it would cost over $2000 to fix but they couldn't get the part and that I should drive carefully. Then in January 2025 I received the…","quote_3_odi":"11724987","quote_3_text":"ABS HCU recall has not been rectified. This recall is now over 15 months old, and the problem has been known for over 3 years (see class action lawsuit) without a foreseeable remedy. This results in a major safety issue and driving performance issue not being addressed and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-reduced-braking-wheel-lockup","label":"Reduced braking and wheel lock-up when stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11725478","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at 40-45 MPH, the brakes and steering became inoperable, causing him to crash into an unknown vehicle. The air bags in the other vehicle did deploy. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployments, or…","quote_2_odi":"11711468","quote_2_text":"The contact's son owns a 2018 Ram 2500. While the son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle eventually slowed down and came to a complete stop. The contact stated that several warning…","quote_3_odi":"11714013","quote_3_text":"The contact owns 2018 RAM 2500. The contact received notice of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH in inclement weather, while making a right turn, the brake pedal pulsated, and the vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-steering-drag-link","label":"Steering drag link jam nut after recall repair","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11723366","quote_1_text":"Subject: Safety Defect / Recall Not Properly Completed – 2018 Ram 2500 Steering Drag Link Vehicle: 2018 Ram 2500 VIN: [XXX] Recall Campaign: 19V‑021 / V06 – Steering Drag Link Jam Nut Complaint Description: I am filing a safety complaint regarding a potential unresolved defect…","quote_2_odi":"11711531","quote_2_text":"My VIN had the steering recall performed, but the welded drag link, which was the \"remedy.\" At the time, it prevents alignment. The vehicle is now non-serviceable. I called Dodge requesting authorization for the updated adjustable drag link and alignment under recall…","quote_3_odi":"11711179","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the locking bolts on the steering linkage had damaged the tires. The vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under a related recall. The vehicle was repaired; however, additional failure occurred…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-traction-4wd-loss","label":"Traction control and 4WD loss on snow and ice","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11712505","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that the ABS and ESC warning lights were illuminated. The contact notified a local dealer of the failure. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) in 2024. The contact…","quote_2_odi":"11714459","quote_2_text":"ABS TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT HAS BEEN ON/OFF SINCE 2020. Can't drive on snow ice due to traction control abs 4-wheel drive doesn't work correct. I almost hit the divider/wall on Interstate 30 on 01/28/26 due from poor braking.","quote_3_odi":"11714863","quote_3_text":"It has been 7months since I bought my truck. STILL I have an open safety recall that hasn’t been fixed since no parts are available. I live in the Midwest and bought a ram truck just for the snow and conditions. I’ve been stuck more this winter than ever due to this abs…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-trailer-brake-loss-towing","label":"Trailer brake loss while towing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11728034","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while attempting to tow a trailer, the electronic braking system became inoperable with the ABS, ESC, and EBS warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the electric braking system failed to function properly…","quote_2_odi":"11717777","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Ram 2500 has an active safety recall for the ABS/EBS system that has been open for over two years with no remedy or parts available. The issue was first noticed in August of 2023. I contacted CDJR dealership on how to repair this issue. This is a serious safety defect…","quote_3_odi":"11709365","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and hauling an RV, the trailer brakes intermittently became inoperable. The message \"Trailer Brakes Disconnected - Check Trailer Wiring\" was displayed. The contact replaced the trailer…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2018-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shifting and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 2454 total)","source_complaint_count":2454,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11721905","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure at 125,000 miles. Vehicle has been used minimally for towing. Mainly highway driving. Looking at a $10,000 repair bill.","quote_2_odi":"11711397","quote_2_text":"The transmission is slipping and making clunking noises and I'm worried it fails while driving it could be a safety issue. I noticed other people online mention the same problem. This should be a manufacture recall to get repaired not a consumer.","quote_3_odi":"11731511","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the messages \"Check…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-cp4-fuel-pump","label":"High-pressure fuel pump (CP4) failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11402816","quote_1_text":"THE 2019 TO 2020 MODEL YEAR RAM 2500 HEAVY DUTY EQUIPPED WITH A 6.7L CUMMINS DIESEL ENGINE HAS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE THAT COULD CAUSE A STALL AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH","quote_2_odi":"11475051","quote_2_text":"While traveling home with a toddler, the high pressure fuel pump failed. It left my vehicle with no power or ability to move under it’s own power. It flashed a brief warning and then shut off, with no ability to restart","quote_3_odi":"11443030","quote_3_text":"High pressure pump failure. Already recalled but not being repaired in a timely manner. Vehicle is in dealership parking lot, site says remedy not available but there is and manufacturer is not releasing it. The high pressure pump in the newest vehicles is the remedy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment and wiring fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11614598","quote_1_text":"Initially I witnessed a large volume of smoke coming from the exhaust pipe when pulling up to fuel pump. A passer-by informed me that there were flames underneath the truck on the passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11353583","quote_2_text":"STARTED MY TRUCK TODAY AND WITHIN A MINUTE OF DRIVING IT OUT MY DRIVEWAY I SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND SAW SMOKE. THE ELECTRICAL WIRING HARNESS UNDER THE FRONT DRIVERS SEAT WAS ON FIRE","quote_3_odi":"11511305","quote_3_text":"March 10,2023 2019 Ram 2500 Cummins 6.7L Diesel I picked up my truck from the dealership this morning, after they did the outstanding CP4 fuel pump recall. I drove the vehicle home (approx 20) miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-rear-window-water-leak","label":"Rear window water intrusion into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700211","quote_1_text":"My rear back window is leaking into the cab. Water comes in around the rear headliner and down onto the seats. This is a known issue on 2019+ Ram trucks with the same backlite design — cracked upper frame and failed seal causing water intrusion","quote_2_odi":"11552482","quote_2_text":"Major water leak under passenger dash. Turned and can hear water sloshing then it all dumps out on the floor while driving. Front carpet and mats are soaked. Rear windows also leak above both seats, visible water damage to the headliner","quote_3_odi":"11730734","quote_3_text":"Rear window is not sealed in both upper back corners. Worried about it coming out onto back passengers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-steering-gearbox-drag-link","label":"Steering gearbox and drag link failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560394","quote_1_text":"On September 17th 2023 I was traveling on [XXX] W. Bound leaving Altamont pass coming down the grade entering Livermore, California traveling approximately 65 - 70 MPH in the far left lane when I experienced what the motor industries refer to as \"Death Wobbles\"","quote_2_odi":"11440709","quote_2_text":"Drag link assembly seperation","quote_3_odi":"11463462","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while her son was driving approximately 24 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and suddenly the steering wheel became inoperable causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into a parked vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-tailgate-opens-while-driving","label":"Tailgate opens unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11341295","quote_1_text":"OUR TAILGATE HAS OPENED ON ITS OWN 4 TIMES WHILE WE WERE DRIVING SINCE WE HAVE OWNED THE VEHICLE. IT ALSO HAS SHOWN A NOTIFICATION ON THE DASH THAT THE TAILGATE IS OPEN, BUT WHEN CHECKED IT IS CLOSED","quote_2_odi":"11330127","quote_2_text":"TRUCK HAS 5000 MILES ON IT. TWICE NOW THE TAILGATE HAS COME OPEN WHILE TRAVELING","quote_3_odi":"11488153","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 2500. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the rear liftgate erroneously opened. The failure had occurred while driving and pulling a trailer and also while the vehicle was parked without the trailer being hauled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2019-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and drops out of gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":190,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11349164","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2019 RAM 2500 TRUCK, AND BEGAN HAVING ISSUE WITH THE TRUCK DROPPING INTO NEUTRAL AT JUST OVER 1000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11679609","quote_2_text":"Two snap rings in transmission came loose and caused a catastrophic fail while I was driving . No warning or sounds before it happened. Almost caused a multi vehicle pileup on the interstate. This is an issue that has been happening to all these trucks","quote_3_odi":"11322026","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION INTERMITTENTLY DROPS OUT OF GEAR. MOST OF THE TIME THIS IS WHEN IN REVERSE AND MOVING BACKWARDS. ALL OF A SUDDEN YOU REALIZE YOU ARE NO LONGER MOVING BACKWARDS AND IN SOME CASES ROLLING FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-grid-heater-bolt-engine-damage","label":"Grid heater bolt failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11748863","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 RAM 2500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the engine was running unusually rough and the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11642611","quote_2_text":"Issue is that the on the Diesel intake heater core has a bolt that comes loose from inside the manifold and can fall down into the cylinder and can cause catastrophic failure","quote_3_odi":"11531450","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated while her employee was driving up a low-grade inclined road, and towing a light trailer at approximately 35 MPH, he had noticed white smoke issuing from under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-hpfp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump (CP4) failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11404304","quote_1_text":"I WAS TRAVELING AND AROUND 655 MILES FROM HOME. MY TRUCK WAS IDLEING AND STARTED MAKING A LOUD KNOCKING NOISE. I TURNED IT OFF AND THEN IT WOULDN'T START AGAIN. I CALLED CHRYSLER ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER, BLUEBONNET CHRYSLER DODGE AND RAM","quote_2_odi":"11365426","quote_2_text":"TRUCK LOST POWER AND DIED WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE. TRUCK WOULD NOT CRANK AGAIN AFTER IT LOST POWER. FUEL INJECTOR PUMP EXPLODED SENDING METAL THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11504864","quote_3_text":"2020 DODGE RAM 2500. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 21V-880. THE CONSUMER STATED THE WAIT TIME FOR BOTH RECALLS IS UNREASONABLE AND PARTS ARE NOT READILY AVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-power-steering-assist-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11560869","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, while driving at highway speeds, the power steering assist failed to operate as designed. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11388423","quote_2_text":"'POWER STEERING UNAVAILABLE SERVICE REQUIRED' MESSAGE APPEARED ON INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AT 4,596 MILES. POWER STEERING FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING IN LIGHT CITY TRAFFIC AND STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE IS DIFFICULT TO CONTROL WITHOUT POWER STEERING ASSIST","quote_3_odi":"11343809","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY POWER STEERING QUIT WORKING FOLLOWED ALONG WITH A LIGHT ON ON THE DASHBOARD CLAIMING THAT POWER STEERING FAILED. IT BECAME EXTREMELY HARD TO TURN EVEN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-service-brake-performance","label":"Service brake pedal feel and stopping performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11671333","quote_1_text":"Ram and it's parent company know there is an issue with the brake systems on their 3/4 ton pickup trucks. The 2500's. There is excessive travel in the brake petal and not enough pressure builds up in the system to activate the brakes correctly and adequately","quote_2_odi":"11683879","quote_2_text":"I pushed my breaks and the hydro booster started spraying fluid inside the cab I lost my breaks I was backing up down my sister's drive way hit a telephone pole with the back of the truck it made a little dent","quote_3_odi":"11703837","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, traffic started to slow down, and the vehicle failed to stop as intended while depressing the brake pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-tailgate-hood-latch-failure","label":"Tailgate and hood panel latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11743463","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while standing directly behind the tailgate, the contact heard an audible \"click\", and the tailgate independently unlatched and opened, striking the contact's chest, and the contact was forcefully knocked to the ground","quote_2_odi":"11716542","quote_2_text":"Hood liner repeatedly drops down out of its mounting points on the edge near the engine firewall. This is a manufacturing engineering deficiency that relies on shaped material to hold the liner in place","quote_3_odi":"11475870","quote_3_text":"The tailgate on this truck has opened 11 times now while driving down the road. I take it to the dealer and they do nothing about it and say none of their diagnostics show anything","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Trailer brake controller and connector malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11442899","quote_1_text":"2nd visit to dodge dealership, While towing a trailer with the trailer electrical plug in use, the trailer breaks keep going out, I am driving down the road and the dash warning comes on saying the trailer breaks are disconnected","quote_2_odi":"11532515","quote_2_text":"Trailer brake controller issues. When you manually engage the trailer brakes it doesn’t produce enough voltage to the trailer to hold","quote_3_odi":"11716032","quote_3_text":"While towing, my trailer brakes and lights come off and on randomly. I've had the wiring repaired on my trailer and it did not fix the issue. I've almost been in several accidents while towing, It is very unsafe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-transmission-erratic-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and unexpected gear changes","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11562426","quote_1_text":"Transmission dipstick threw out of the truck while moving and causes transmission fluid to spray out and now the truck will not move. It’s throwing 2 codes for the 3rd and 5th gears malfunctioning","quote_2_odi":"11517940","quote_2_text":"Randomly (maybe twice a month) when I am stopped at a light (vehicle in drive with brake on) my truck will suddenly surge forward. The dash will say \"Shift to park to start\", but the truck is already started and running with brake only on","quote_3_odi":"11489229","quote_3_text":"Unknown-transmission, available for inspection. Truck lost power getting onto interstate and would not go over 65. After stopping and starting again, truck would not shift out of 2nd, until it jerked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2020-wheel-tire-pressure-failure","label":"Tire pressure sensor and wheel/tire failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11384525","quote_1_text":"TPMS SYSTEM UNAVAILABLE. MULTIPLE SENSORS INSTALLED FROM RAM AND 3RD PARTY TIRE/WHEEL STORES. SYSTEM HAS BEEN MOSTLY UNAVAILABLE FOR 6 MONTHS. REPORTED TO VEHICLE MANUFACTURER AND THE ISSUE HAS BEEN UNRESOLVED","quote_2_odi":"11552850","quote_2_text":"I was in the middle lane of traffic doing roughly 75 mph when my passenger side front tire lost all pressure and shredded apart which nearly caused me to slam into the side of a tractor/trailer","quote_3_odi":"11539344","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 1500. The contact stated his son became aware that the rear passenger’s side lug nut had fractured and separated from the wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11438830","quote_1_text":"There was a severe head on collision and airbags did not deploy. The dealership says there was no deceleration however, the crash was severe enough that they should have deployed, the driver also tried to stop and the trucks airbag system did not detect the sudden brake. This is…","quote_2_odi":"11589293","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a cow, causing the front bumpers to bend 2 ft. inward. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact sustained bruises on the left arm, on the shoulder, on the chest, on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-brake-failure","label":"Service brake failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11588347","quote_1_text":"While driving in stop & go traffic traveling at speeds less than 15mph, when I stepped on the brake pedal to slow / stop my RAM, the brake pedal failed to activate the brakes and the vehicle continue in a forward motion causing my RAM to collide with the vehicle traveling in…","quote_2_odi":"11507667","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle lost ABS functionality. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle failed to slow as needed, causing the vehicle to rear-end another vehicle. The…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-electrical-fire","label":"Electrical system fire under hood","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11429824","quote_1_text":"At a stop light after 10 min of normal driving on country and city roads my truck started smoking from front passenger wheel well. Smoke intensified and quickly turned black. Immediately pulled over and found flames burning through front passenger wheel liner and from around…","quote_2_odi":"11441016","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V798000 (Electrical System). The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle with a fob key from inside his residence, he did not hear the engine start. The contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-lifter-camshaft-failure","label":"Camshaft and lifter failure, 6.7L Cummins","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11641149","quote_1_text":"The engine has had camshaft and lifter failure multiple times. The dealership has replaced the camshaft and lifters twice already , and now they have failed a 3rd time which has lead to metal in oil lubrication system. This has caused further damage to the engine crankshaft…","quote_2_odi":"11632320","quote_2_text":"The engine cam and lifters are bad. Engine started knocking with only 30,000 miles. Had to have lifters and cam replaced","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall repair delayed by unavailable parts","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11528915","quote_1_text":"Multiple critical recalls - 22V-904, 23V-060, 22V-140, and 22V-835. Two of these represent fire hazards! For the last several months they either didn't have the parts or availability to service. I tried multiple dealerships in my area. Getting these serviced has become extremely…","quote_2_odi":"11541283","quote_2_text":"On February 9 2023 Ram issued a recall on my vehicle Ram 2500. In that recall it was noted “ An electrical short in the relay can potentially lead to a vehicle fire with the ignition on or off” further owners were advised to park their vehicles outside and away from buildings.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-seatbelt-retractor-lock","label":"Seat belt retractor fails to release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11708827","quote_1_text":"The rear right seat belt became stuck and would not release, trapping my [XXX] son. Although the buckle was unlatched, he was entangled in the seat belt, and the retraction system would not loosen. The vehicle was stationary at the time of the incident. Due to the inability to…","quote_2_odi":"11597312","quote_2_text":"The passenger side seat belt retractor failed on this truck a couple of months ago. We had the parts replaced by the local dealer and did not think anything about it until our second truck also had the same issue and seriously hurt my mother. Report number 11597310. As the same…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-tailgate-unlatch","label":"Tailgate unlatching after recall repair","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11437427","quote_1_text":"Electronic tailgate has unlatched itself and fallen open while driving 5 times now twice now resulting in damage and things falling out of rear of truck onto highway","quote_2_odi":"11695035","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was repaired for a known recall related to the tailgate unlatching issue. NHTSA ID Number: 22V904000 This repair was completed, and then my tailgate continued to open unexpectedly. I have taken it back to the dealership after damage was caused to my tailgate when it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram-2500-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Automatic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11734218","quote_1_text":"The 68RFE automatic transmission in this 2021 Ram 2500 6.7L Cummins fails to engage reverse when the transmission reaches operating temperature. When the gear selector is placed in reverse and the accelerator is applied, the engine revs but the truck does not move. The defect is…","quote_2_odi":"11478386","quote_2_text":"In June 2021, this vehicle literally drove away while in the park gear. It was running and accelerated across a state highway, down an embankment and 200 feet into a cornfield while pulling a trailer. I immediately called Ram and they did perform an investigation. They…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-diesel-dpf-def-system","label":"Diesel emissions system faults: DPF regeneration and DEF sensor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673942","quote_1_text":"Truck will regen every 100 miles, then Truck will come up with regen message then immediately come up with see dealer full dpf. Truck will start shutting down causing a safety hazard for family in truck. Dealer and ram will claim nothing is wrong with truck","quote_2_odi":"11580995","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the \"Service DEF Now.\" Message and check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF). The vehicle was repaired, but the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Hydraulic roller lifter failure in gasoline and diesel engines","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677472","quote_1_text":"Truck has had lifters replaced due to tick, sluggish performance and engine vibration. Truck was driven less then 500 miles and problem re-occurred. With research I have learned this is a widespread problem, and ram techs have reported complained there is no fix, and they are…","quote_2_odi":"11672856","quote_2_text":"Hydraulic roller lifter failure. Very common these pickups . Mine went in for a ticking noise hydraulic roller lifter failed got stuck in the bore. They replaced all 16 they test drove it stuck exhaust lifter #2 they replaced that lifter and the camshaft. Engine still has a very…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-infotainment-lockup","label":"Uconnect infotainment screen lockup and blackout","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756715","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was brought to my dealership for service on December 13, 2024, and again on January 13, 2026, due to a recurring Uconnect software/application failure. The system repeatedly displayed the message: “Uconnect Box requires service. Please visit an authorized dealer.”…","quote_2_odi":"11479477","quote_2_text":"After driving the truck for an extended period of time, the 12 inch screen will lock up and all functions are lost. I was told by the dealer to \"reset\" the display by pressing the volume and tuning buttons simultaneously, and after that to do a \"hard reset\" through the radio…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Open recall repairs delayed by unavailable parts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565709","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 2500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V835000 (Power Train) and 23V060000 (Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that…","quote_2_odi":"11533909","quote_2_text":"Recall 13A has not been repaired due to local dealer citing no parts available. (Eide Chrysler Bismarck ND).  I called Chrysler help line and was told parts were available.  I contacted dealer again and was told no parts to repair recall and no idea when they would be available.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-service-brakes-failure","label":"Service brake pedal sink, ABS, and HCU failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756058","quote_1_text":"ABS system HCU leaking internally Vehicles stopping ability may be impaired  Vehicle brake pedal slowly sinks to floor. Ram dealership diagnosed a failed master cylinder internal seal and replaced the master cylinder with 25,272 miles on the vehicle on 3/17/26. Returned to…","quote_2_odi":"11638115","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. There was no warning illuminated. The contact engaged the parking brakes to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the failure was not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-tailgate-unlatching","label":"Tailgate unlatching while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:TAILGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731360","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH on the local roadway, the tailgate unexpectedly detached and remained suspended by the support cables. Due to the failure, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not…","quote_2_odi":"11518065","quote_2_text":"Recall inspection  of tailgate was performed by Pohanka RAM of Salisbury one month ago (visual inspection).  Truck was deemed fine and recall ticket closed.  While driving yesterday, the tailgate opened and truck bed contents fell out.  Fortunately, vehicle behind swerved and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller insufficient output","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739071","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the trailer wiring pigtail produced only 9 to 10 volts to the trailer lights and brake system. Even when the brake pedal was depressed, the voltage output was insufficient. While towing a trailer, the trailer brakes failed to operate adequately. The…","quote_2_odi":"11649906","quote_2_text":"On our last rv trip, the Brake Controller test was not producing the necessary braking function on the trailer (putting more stress upon the trucks braking system).  We became acutely aware of this as we attempted to stop on a downhill grade (highway exit ramp) where the traffic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2022-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission hard shift, lunge, and clunk at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706544","quote_1_text":"I have a clunk to when coming to a stop, the transmission is down shifting, and just before it comes to a complete stop, the truck has a clunk that is felt through the vehicle and heard. at times while stopped the vehicle will lurch forward as though you have been hit from…","quote_2_odi":"11518915","quote_2_text":"The transmission feels like it is shifting hard. When you come to a stop and it downshifts from 2nd to 1st sometimes it transfers all the power into 1st gear hard and makes the truck lunge forward as you almost come to a stop. You have to keep your foot firmly planted on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-10 → 2026-02-21","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719613","quote_1_text":"Head on collision on February 19, 2026 in a 2023 Ram 2500 Rebel. Air bags did not deploy anywhere in the vehicle even though driver was traveling 55-60 MPH. Significant damage occurred in front of vehicle as well as all along the passenger side of the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11629822","quote_2_text":"I was in a bad frontal/passenger front wreck and none of my airbags deployed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag / steering recall parts unavailability","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-07 → 2025-03-07","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11647013","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V199000 (Air Bags, Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.","quote_2_odi":"11647015","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V199000 (Air Bags, Steering); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-brake-pedal-sinkage","label":"Brake pedal sinking toward floorboard","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07-17 → 2025-03-20","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11640286","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 50 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the brake pedal was not responding, and almost went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the parking brake was used to stop the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11649458","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow down, the contact became aware that the brake pedal almost went to the floorboard before the vehicle responded as needed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure…","quote_3_odi":"11532714","quote_3_text":"Brakes failed 4 times in 4 days. Computer says low brake fluid, service stabilitrack, service electronic trailer brake systems. I filled with brake fluid twice. Called dealerships and stated minimum of 2 weeks before than can even look at it.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-diesel-engine-defects","label":"6.7L Cummins diesel engine defects","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08-19 → 2026-02-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685217","quote_1_text":"My 2023, Ram 2500 truck with a Cummins 6.7L diesel engine has a known defect with the grid heater bolt. This bolt can loosen or break off, falling into the engine and causing catastophic engine failure. This creates a suddne loss of power, espcially dangerous when towing heavy loads at highway…","quote_2_odi":"11716921","quote_2_text":"Our 2023 Ram 2500 diesel is producing visible smoke from the engine bay and a persistent ticking/clicking noise from the engine. This occurs while driving and at idle. We have video evidence of smoke coming from under the hood and recordings of the abnormal engine noise.","quote_3_odi":"11601186","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 74 MPH, the EGR valve de-energized seizing the turbo, causing the vehicle do decelerate to 30 MPH in less than a quarter mile. The check engine warning light was illuminated.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-left-turn-signal-high-beam","label":"Left turn signal activating high beams","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08-07 → 2026-02-05","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544637","quote_1_text":"When I turn on the left blinker my bright lights come on. When the turn is complete the bright lights go out. This happens during the day and night. During the day when I flash my bright lights the left turn signal comes on.","quote_2_odi":"11539516","quote_2_text":"Headlight high beams turn on with left turn signal, also when actuating the high beams it turns on the left turn signal. You can not signal left without blinding other traffic with the high beams. No service lamps, happened since I bought the truck new.","quote_3_odi":"11560560","quote_3_text":"My vehicle has exhibited frequent but intermittent problems with left turn signals and headlight high beams since new. The dealership has been unable to duplicate the problems until 12/13/23 when a service technician observed the headlight flash to pass function activating the left turn signals…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2023-transmission-shift-lurch","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and lurching","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06-03 → 2026-03-16","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615778","quote_1_text":"Transmission just started shifting very hard causing the truck to shake. Truck was fine last week, mileage is 9600. Have notified the dealer, they said to bring it it in. There is no warning lights or alerts","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720176","quote_1_text":"Airbags did not deploy during a significant accident where (self) Dodge Ram 2500 Laramie 2024 truck was involved in 2 front on collisions hitting 2 different vehicles at approx 65 mph (about 5 mins apart) including a 3rd part to the accident with a rear collision by a full speed…","quote_2_odi":"11715378","quote_2_text":"Air bags did not go offin crash","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-electrical-no-start","label":"Electrical system failure and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735965","quote_1_text":"The vehicle experienced repeated electrical and no-start issues believed to be related to the RF/electrical communication system. The truck has been returned to the dealership repeatedly for this issue and recently spent approximately two months at the dealership for diagnosis…","quote_2_odi":"11665863","quote_2_text":"Totally electrical failure leave individuals stranded, vehicle will not start both batteries dead, the vehicle was inspected and batteries replaced at dealership, no warning lights no signs vehicle just will not start and will randomly leave you stranded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-engine-lifter-failure","label":"Engine hydraulic lifter and internal component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745646","quote_1_text":"This is a brand new truck with 22,000 miles, a rod came loose in the engine when i was driving it, and blew a hole in the engine at 65 MPH, the rod then shot through my oil pan, I lost all drivability, no steering, no gas and I could not see due to black smoke","quote_2_odi":"11688757","quote_2_text":"The truck is currently exhibiting a loud metal tapping/ slapping/ ticking noise when driving from the engine. It is loud enough it can be heard over road/ wind noise, it can also be heard in high idle situations","quote_3_odi":"11632298","quote_3_text":"Hydraulic Lifter failure at 10,500 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-firestone-tire-failure","label":"OE Firestone tire blowout and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662591","quote_1_text":"while driving approximately 70-75 MPH and passing another vehicle in the fast lane,  the rear driver's side tire experienced a blowout. The contact activated the hazard lights and was able to pull to the shoulder of the right side of the road while the rear of the vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11577102","quote_2_text":"3 out of the 4 tires showing thread chunking and thread being pulled tires where torn but not cut. Truck was vibrating took to a tire shop and tires where inspected and they called it a manufacturer defect.  Firestone locations did not want to take responsibility neither did RAM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-powertrain-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission slipping and powertrain loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724094","quote_1_text":"At approximately 1750 miles the truck transmission began to shift in lower gears extremely violently. Every time that truck would shift in this manner, it would cause a startle effect and divert my attention away from driving to trying to determine what was going on","quote_2_odi":"11626994","quote_2_text":"The transmission failed and is available for inspection. The vehicle lost power at 60 mph in an instant as transmission began to slip on a busy road truck would barely move. The problem was reproduced by the dealer and confirmed","quote_3_odi":"11692755","quote_3_text":"Dealer confimed roller lifter failure on 9/23/25, they replaced the roller lifters, push rods, cam shaft and rocker arms. Within 20 miles of picking up the truckl on 10/11/2025 the same noise the repair was suposed to remedy was back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Seat belt retractor and latch malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687381","quote_1_text":"Twice, the seatbelt recoil mechanism has failed. Not only will the seatbelt not self retract, potentially leaving a considerable amount of slack in the seatbelt, but also the seatbelt does not stop when it is pulled quickly, meaning that it doesn't actually do anything in the…","quote_2_odi":"11732315","quote_2_text":"The drivers side front seat belt stopped retracting. It was fixed when the warranty was good. I also reported the passenger side, later wasn't retracting. It retracted fine when the dealer had it so they didn't do anything with it. Now the warranty is up and it's hardly…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2024-spongy-brake-pedal","label":"Spongy or low brake pedal travel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711854","quote_1_text":"When the brakes are applied during normal driving the pedal travels 2-3 inches before the brakes start to apply. During a panic stop and a strong force on the pedal it will travel almost to the floor. ABS never applies except on loose surfaces, i. e., snow, gravel and sand","quote_2_odi":"11712348","quote_2_text":"The brakes on the truck do not begin to engage until the brake pedal is depressed greater than 50% of its travel. The initial feedback of the brake pedal within the first 50% of travel is numb with virtually no resistance","quote_3_odi":"11733741","quote_3_text":"When coming to a stop the truck has a very spongey pedal, in order to stop the vehicle you must allow for the stop by applying brake way in advance to be able to stop. When you applying pressure to the brake pedal the pedal is soft and goes almost to the carpet floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag / SRS warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01-21 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738234","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has been in to 2 different dealerships for a warning light check airbag system. I have had it in to the repair shop approximate 5 times. It's fixed for a day or 2 then the warning comes back on. There is a safety recall for this and was performed a software update…","quote_2_odi":"11726772","quote_2_text":"I have had numerous safety warning messages display upon startup and also while driving. The messages are usually combined with a cold ambient temperature and do not display during warm temperatures. The FCA dealership has attempted to fix this issue on at least six different…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-electrical-broad-module-failures","label":"Broad electrical system failures and multiple module errors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-01-13 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712817","quote_1_text":"While driving in 4x4 on a snow covered road, the truck simultaneously got a check engine light as well as several other error messages to include service required to the emergency braking and the trailer brake controller. At the same time, the full exhaust brake engaged without…","quote_2_odi":"11736206","quote_2_text":"I parked in a lot for about 30 minutes while taking a short hike. When I returned and started the truck the dash was black, no gauges, no PRND indication, nothing and the warning lights in the mirrors stayed illuminated continuously. We were in a National monument and decided to…","quote_3_odi":"11716737","quote_3_text":"the vehicle shuts down while driving, forcing me to immediately pull over, place the vehicle in park, and restart the engine in order to continue driving.  This condition has occurred unexpectedly and without warning. Losing power while the vehicle is in motion presents a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-engine-shutdown-low-speed","label":"Engine shutdown at low speed requiring Park to restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-05-14 → 2026-06-22","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675795","quote_1_text":"purchase June 2025, 1297 miles on odometer. On 4 occasions engine has died for no apparent reason in traffic.  (Specific Hazard is that vehicle must be put in park and brake applied to restart.  Very hazardous in traffic especially if pulling a trailer.) In each case vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11660943","quote_2_text":"When letting off the gas and coasting to turn on a road around 10 mph, vehicle motor shut off and lost power steering control. Vehicle alerted to place vehicle in park, press break and push start button. Vehicle started back with no issues. Reported to dealer, dealer picked up…","quote_3_odi":"11745811","quote_3_text":"Vehicle experiences repeated intermittent engine shutdown while decelerating to a stop (approximately 3-4 mph). condition has occurred 10+ times since purchase ( Feb.2026). Vehicle currently has 5000 miles.Vehicle has been and is currently for the 3rd time at dealership for this…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08-15 → 2026-05-16","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694410","quote_1_text":"instrument cluster goes dark while driving , ADAS malfunctions until instrument cluster restarts .  Unknown speed until restart, no ADAS until restart  confirmed by dealer  parts not available ,dealer stated \"cant inquire about parts until 11/29 Problem started 9/29, no warning…","quote_2_odi":"11685942","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2025 RAM 2500, the entire digital dash is intermittently going dark and will stay dark for several minutes, powering back up and functions as it should then goes back out. This presents the possibility for significant hazard potential as all visual indicators…","quote_3_odi":"11700149","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster went blank, failing to display pertinent vehicle information. Afterwards, the message that the MIL was not functioning properly was displayed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-recall-26v059-trailer-lighting-parts","label":"Recall 26V059000 trailer lighting module parts unavailability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-09-27 → 2026-08-04","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729962","quote_1_text":"I own a 2025 Ram 2500 that is affected by Recall 03D involving the Trailer Brake Control Module. This recall is related to a potential failure of the trailer braking system and trailer lighting system, which creates a serious safety risk while towing. I regularly use this truck…","quote_2_odi":"11725919","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the trailer lights became inoperable. The contact stated that the trailer lights and trailer brake system failed to function properly. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (Exterior…","quote_3_odi":"11726678","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving with a trailer hitched to the vehicle, the manual brake controller flashed an unknown error message on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, the tires on the trailer locked up and failed to operate as needed. The contact received…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft or spongy brake pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05-31 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699316","quote_1_text":"Within the first week, I began experiencing very soft brake response. Occasionally, I can press the brake pedal to the floor with modest effort, and most of the time, I need to double or triple tap the brakes to achieve a firm response.  I have visited four different dealerships…","quote_2_odi":"11664091","quote_2_text":"The brakes are very inconsistent with a spongy pedal.  When a vehicle in front of me caused an emergency stop, the pedal continued to travel almost to the floor and never felt firm.  However, if the adaptive cruise control starts to brake first and the brake pedal gets depressed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2025-trailer-brake-lighting-malfunction","label":"Trailer brake controller and lighting malfunction while towing","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08-07 → 2026-06-18","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690060","quote_1_text":"Trailer lights not working properly, the marker lights flash when turn headlights on loss of brake and turn signal lights. Hooked another ram 2500 up and did same then hooked a 2013 ram and a 2021 Yukon up and all lights on trailer worked as it should. Have contacted dealer they…","quote_2_odi":"11745154","quote_2_text":"I have a 2025 ram 2500 diesel, and I use it to tow, as I am a farmer, and have a farm. I pull stock trailers, my tractor, and other trailers associated with my farm. I took my truck in for the trailer tow module recall to be done over 4 months ago, and they said they had to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-abs-hcu-failure","label":"ABS/HCU failure with loss of braking subsystems","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11696032","quote_1_text":"While towing my boat trailer the dash lights up with AEB, ESC, ABS lights as well as messages saying service needed for several other systems like cruise control and adaptive cruise control. This happened on a busy street while in motion causing a loss of all safety subsystems","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-brake-pedal-soft","label":"Soft/spongy brake pedal with excessive travel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749025","quote_1_text":"The brake pedal is soft and travels all the way to the floor before it engages. It has done it from the day I purchased the truck. The dealership stated it is normal for that truck","quote_2_odi":"11745663","quote_2_text":"brakes are soft and half way down.they always need to be pumped before stopping.if you set at a red light they will slowly go to the floor. this is a 3/4 ton truck for towing.has been back to dealership.they say normal","quote_3_odi":"11750181","quote_3_text":"As I approached a stop sign and applied the brakes, the brake pedal felt extremely spongy. I had to press the pedal all the way to the floor, and the truck still would not stop as expected","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-def-gauge-malfunction","label":"DEF gauge sudden drop and speed limiter warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727997","quote_1_text":"I was in the middle of a 1 hr long drive and my DEF gauge went from 2/3 full to empty nearly instantly. I received a message on the dash that said my speed would be limited to 5 MPH in 200 miles","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-digital-rearview-mirror","label":"Digital rearview mirror inoperability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753228","quote_1_text":"Stellantis issued a STAR service order regarding the digital rearview mirror not operating. I bought my truck in April of 2026 and the mirror was inoperable. Ram dealers have had the truck in the shop for over 10 weeks and cannot fix this safety issue","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-engine-idle-rough","label":"Rough idle, RPM fluctuation, and stalling","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716523","quote_1_text":"The engine shakes violently at idle, RPMs fluctuate unpredictably, and the vehicle feels as if it may stall. This occurs at stoplights, in traffic, and after warm-up. The vehicle has been taken to the dealership multiple times for this issue","quote_2_odi":"11698870","quote_2_text":"The IDLE is out of control which shakes the whole truck.  Since the screen does not work the backup camera is also off which makes it very hard to backup. The truck feels very different when the ODO is flashing and the screen is black","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment screen failure and replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750664","quote_1_text":"while driving on the high way at 65 MPH the infotainment system failed and would not function as it should, the contact mentioned that the GPS and hands free calling are paramount to the their safety while utilizing the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11698870","quote_2_text":"The Stereo Screen went black, unable to turn back on the dealership had to replace the entire stereo. In addition, flashing ODO and other indicators on the dash.  The IDLE is out of control which shakes the whole truck","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"2500","model_slug":"2500","cluster_id":"ram2500-2026-trailer-lighting-recall","label":"Trailer lighting and electrical recall 26V059000","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755263","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11739315","quote_2_text":"The contact stated he is experiencing issues with electrical on his trailer when connecting to the vehicle, stated his blinkers or lights are not operating. The contact stated, he had took his vehicle in for NHTSA Campaign Number: (26V059000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL…","quote_3_odi":"11742776","quote_3_text":"Brakes and lights on trailer don’t work.Truck thinks it has a trailer connected to it all the time ,even when no trailer is not attached. Not sure I can trust this vehicle. It’s been looked at by dealer, they say part is back order no date for it to be fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2013-alternator-fire","label":"Alternator smoke and under-hood fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11231789","quote_1_text":"THE ALTERNATOR CAUGHT ON FIRE. TRUCK HAS 62000 MILES ON IT. THE BATTERY LOW VOLTAGE CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"11209603","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE GAVE ME A LOW BATTERY INDICATION AND IMMEDIATELY SMELLED BURNING PLASTIC. SHUT THE VERTICLE OFF, HAD EVERYONE EXIT THE VEHICLE AND POPPED THE HOOD UP","quote_3_odi":"10992904","quote_3_text":"ON JUNE 1, 2013, I WAS DRIVING THE DODGE RAM 3500 AT HIGHWAY SPEED (APPROX. 60 MPH) WHEN THE STEERING COMPLETELY LOCKED UP AND 4-WAY EMERGENCY FLASHERS FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2013-death-wobble","label":"Front-end death wobble at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11014627","quote_1_text":"DEATH WOBBLE. STEERING STARTS WOBBLING AFTER HITTING A BUMP AT INTERSTATE SPEEDS. MUST SLOW TO BELOW 30 MPH TO MAKE IT STOP. VERY DANGEROUS AS IT IS HARD TO CONTROL DIRECTION OF VEHICLE WHEN WOBBLING","quote_2_odi":"10808334","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED IN LATE OCTOBER 2015 A LETTER FROM FCA (FIAT CHRYSLER AUTOMOBILES) REGARDING SAFETY RECALL R46/NHTSA 15V-541, WHICH STATES 2013 RAM 3500 TRUCKS MAY HAVE AN IMPROPERLY WELDED FRONT SUSPENSION TRACK BAR FRAME BRACKET, WHICH COULD SEPARATE WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING A","quote_3_odi":"11635590","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 65-68 MPH over a bumpy road surface, the steering wheel and the front end of the vehicle shuddered significantly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2013-def-system-fault","label":"DEF system fault with 5-mph shutdown warning","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10628989","quote_1_text":"ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON, MESSAGE SAID ERROR WITH DEF SYSTEM , CALL DEALER. THEN MESSAGE CAME UP AND SAID IN 200 MILES TRUCK WILL SHUT DOWN TO ONLY 5 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10785161","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE IS IN THE SHOP FOR A 5TH TIME FOR THE SAME ISSUE OF THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, MESSAGE SAID ERROR WITH DEF SYSTEM , CALL DEALER. THEN MESSAGE CAME UP AND SAID IN 200 MILES TRUCK WILL SHUT DOWN TO ONLY 5 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11322293","quote_3_text":"THE DEF GAUGE DOES NOT SHOW THE CORRECT AMOUNT OF DEF FLUID THAT IS ACTUALLY IN THE TANK, IT IS ALWAYS SHOWING FULL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2013-stuck-throttle","label":"Stuck accelerator pedal and unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11232748","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN ACCELERATING ON ITS OWN AND WOULD NOT DECELERATE EVEN WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11155975","quote_2_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD INDEPENDENTLY AND THE SERVICE THROTTLE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10575229","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 34 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITH THE THROTTLE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2013,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2013-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump shaft failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":114,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10925012","quote_1_text":"SHAFT ON WATER PUMP SHEARED CAUSING WATER PUMP TO FAIL AND SERPENTINE BELT TO COME OFF. VEHICLE BEING DRIVEN ON FREEWAY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11423719","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PROVIDED TO THE DEALER. ON DAY THREE THE DEALER INFORMED VEHICLE OWNER THAT THE DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP, UNDER NHTSA Recall Number17V-562 IS NOT REPAIRABLE AS FCA DOES NOT HAVE THE REPLACEMENT PART AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11076596","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V562000 (ENGINE). THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THE DEFECT WERE NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-dead-pedal-throttle-lag","label":"Delayed throttle response when accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10608419","quote_1_text":"DANGEROUS POUR LAG WHEN ACCELERATOR IS DEPRESSED. A SOLID TWO SECOND DELAY WHEN, FOR EXAMPLE, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS DEPRESSED TO ENTER AN ON RAMP TO A HIGHWAY. IT IS NOT SAFE TO HAVE TO PREDICT WHEN YOUR POWER WILL BE AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10669705","quote_2_text":"THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE \"DEAD PEDAL\" ISSUE. THERE IS A 3-4 SECOND DELAY FROM THE MOMENT YOU ASK THE TRUCK TO ACCELERATE BEFORE THERE IS ANY THROTTLE RESPONSE","quote_3_odi":"10610867","quote_3_text":"THERE IS MAJOR LAG BETWEEN THE WHEN THE THROTTLE IS APPLIED TO WHEN THE ENGINE RESPONDS. MANY ARE CALLING IT \"DEAD PEDAL\" BECAUSE THE ENGINE JUST DOESN'T RESPOND TO THROTTLE INPUT WHEN PRESSED QUICKLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-front-tire-camber-wear","label":"Premature front tire wear from non-adjustable camber","component_code":"SUSPENSION, TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10694327","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS DESIGNED AND CONSTRUCTED WITH NON ADJUSTABLE CAMBER FOR THE FRONT WHEELS. THIS IS CAUSING UNEVEN WEAR TO THE FRONT TIRES, OUTSIDE EDGE NOW BALD WHILE REST OF TIRE TREAD IS INTACT","quote_2_odi":"10733130","quote_2_text":"CPSC:I1530237A. 2015 DODGE RAM 3500. CONSUMER STATED THE CAMBER ADJUSTMENT ISSUE IS CAUSING UNEVEN AND PREMATURE TIRE WEAR","quote_3_odi":"10993909","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED THE EXTENDED WARRANTY FOR MY 2014 RAM 35000 LONGHORN FROM DON VANCE DODGE IN MARSHFIELD MISSOURI IN FEBRUARY 2016 WHEN I BOUGHT THE TRUCK FROM THEM. WITHIN 10,000 MILES I NOTICED THAT THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE ON THE OUTER EDGE IS WEARING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-power-train-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Power train recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11328157","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V036000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11066491","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE SHIFTED OUT OF PARK WHILE NOT BEING OPERATED. THE VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A HILL AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANUALLY STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11090419","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V562000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-track-bar-death-wobble","label":"Track bar bracket weld failure and steering instability","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11111136","quote_1_text":"AT 65 MPH OR MORE, WHEN ANY DEVIATION IN ROAD OCCURS TRUCK WILL BOUNCE ALL OVER ROAD AND WILL BE UNABLE TO CONTROL UNTIL SPEED IS LOWERED TO 35 MPH . DEATH WOBBLE. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10839156","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V541000 (STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-turbo-actuator-failure","label":"Turbo actuator failure causing limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11496786","quote_1_text":"The Turbo Actuator failed while driving on a two-lane highway without a shoulder to safely pull over. The truck lost power down to a maximum speed of 10mph until I could safely pull off of the highway. The problem has been diagnosed with a OBD2 scanner","quote_2_odi":"11326916","quote_2_text":"TURBO ACTUATOR FAILED LEAVING US STRANDED WHILE ON VACATION. VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART ONCE POWER WAS LOST AND WE HAD TO STOP ON SIDE OF ROAD AND WAIT UNTIL THE ENGINE WOULD START","quote_3_odi":"11612734","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the \"no turbo signal\" warning light illuminated, and the vehicle shifted into LIMP Mode. The contact stated that the vehicle slowed to approximately 20 MPH on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-water-pump-recall-fire-risk","label":"Water pump recall failure with loss of steering and brakes","component_code":"STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11054530","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, HEARD LOUD POP. LOST STEERING AND BREAKING ABILITY. MY HUSBAND NOTICE THE WATER PUMP HAD BLOWN AND THE BELT WAS SHREDDED. DODGE SAID THE WATER PUMP WAS ON RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11045340","quote_2_text":"WATER PUMP SEIZED UP AND CAUSED BELT TO BREAK LEAVING NO POWER BRAKES OR STEERING WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE INTERSTATE!! I GOT THE RECALL FOR THE WATER PUMP BUT CAUSING A FIRE LIKE THE RECALL SAYS DOES NOT DESCRIBE THE SERIOUSNOUS OFF THIS DEFECT!","quote_3_odi":"11316541","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, WHEN SMOKE AND THE SMELL OF FUEL BEGAN TO ENTER THE CAB OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2014,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2014-wheel-stud-rim-failure","label":"Wheel stud and rim failure causing wheel detachment","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11052631","quote_1_text":"RIGHT STEER WHEEL SPLIT, ALLOWING AIR TO ESCAPE CREATING A SEVERER PULL TO THE RIGHT. THANKFULLY, THE WHEEL DID NOT COME COMPLETELY APART OR THIS COULD HAVE BEEN CATASTROPHIC, AS I DRIVE NATIONWIDE","quote_2_odi":"11434583","quote_2_text":"The component that has failed on this particular vehicle is the factory aluminum wheels manufactured by Alcoa for Mopar specifically for this model vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-abs-hcu-failure","label":"ABS module and hydraulic control unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11497892","quote_1_text":"ABS Module failed and is not reading rear wheel speed. Shop isolated issue to ABS module, and hydraulic control unit. Four safety components are no longer working as a result: ABS braking, traction control, 4wd, and rear back up sensors","quote_2_odi":"10947625","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE BRAKE BOOSTERS FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAUSED THE BRAKES TO SEIZE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THREE DIFFERENT DEALERS, BUT THEY COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO","quote_3_odi":"10865778","quote_3_text":"CIRCA NPOON 5/6/16 INTERSECTION OF POMONA ST AND ORANGETHORPE , FULLERTON, CA MY 2015 RAM 350 W/3009 MILES FAILED TO STOP WHILE 25 FT BEHIND A LATE MODEL CAMRAY, AT LESS THAN 1 MPH THE ABS FAILED TOTA;LLY. MY RAM PLOWED INTO THE CAMRAY WHICH WAS STOPPED WHILE ATTEMPTING A LEFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-delayed-throttle-response","label":"Delayed throttle response under acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10795302","quote_1_text":"DEAD ACCELERATOR PEDAL. WHEN APPLYING ACCELERATOR THERE IS A PERIOD OF TIME WHEN NOTHING HAPPENS. THIS IS PARTICULARLY CONCERNING AS IT LEAVES THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS AND THE VEHICLE ESSENTIALLY DEAD AND IN HARMS WAY WHILE TRYING TO MANEUVER IN TRAFFIC, MERGING, TURNING, EMERGENCY","quote_2_odi":"10789751","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION IS SEVERELY LIMITED BY TORQUE MANAGEMENT. IF YOU STEP ON THE GAS PEDAL THE TRUCK BARELY MOVES. IT MOVES AT ITS OWN PACE INSTEAD OF BEING UNDER YOUR CONTROL. THIS CAN CREATES SOME VERY DANGEROUS MERGING SITUATIONS WHERE YOU ARE TRYING TO MERGE WITH TRAFFIC AND","quote_3_odi":"11242001","quote_3_text":"UNDER CERTAIN DRIVING CONDITION THE THROTTLE DOES NOT RESPOND IN A TIMELY MANNER. IN MERGING TRAFFIC IF YOU LET UP ON THE THROTTLE AND THEN APPLY IT AGAIN, THE ENGINE DOES NOT RESPOND FOR UP TO 2 SECONDS. THIS IS A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION, IN HEAVY TRAFFIC MANY HAVE COMPLAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11299235","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, AN ORANGE GLOW COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE AND THERE WAS ODOR OF SMOKE IN THE CABIN. THE CONTACT STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD BECAUSE THE VEHICLE WAS ON FIRE AND WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE","quote_2_odi":"10864401","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, SMOKE APPEARED UNDER THE HOOD AND THE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER, LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD, AND NOTICED THAT THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT WAS ON FIRE. THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"11063835","quote_3_text":"MY DODGE RAM TRUCK WAS THE SUBJECT OF THREE SAFETY RECALLS, TWO OF WHICH WERE COMPLETED DECEMBER 12, 2018. A THIRD SAFETY RECALL, T25/NHTSA 17V-302, THAT, AT THE TIME OF MY FIRE INCIDENT, HAD NOT BEEN APPROVED BY CHRYSLER FOR THE WORK TO BE DONE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-nexen-tire-separation","label":"Nexen tire tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11256125","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM 3500 EQUIPPED WITH NEXEN ROADIAN-A/T PRO IT TIRES, SIZE: 235/80/R17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE VIBRATED SEVERELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DISCOVERED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE","quote_2_odi":"11118166","quote_2_text":"BEFORE I HAD 7500 MILES ON VEHICLE I HAD TO REPLACE BOTH STEER TIRES DUE TO SEPARATION THAT WAS DETERMINED TO BE DEFECTIVE TIRES, SINCE THE I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 ADDITIONAL TIRES FOR SAME DEFECT, COMPLETE SEPARATION OF BUILD MATERIAL THAT HAS CAUSED EXTREME BOUNCE AND","quote_3_odi":"11278727","quote_3_text":"PASENGER'S SIDE, FRONT TIRE (ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT NEXEN ROADIAN HTX) SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH. SEPARATION CAUSED EXTREME VIBRATION AND INSTABILITY. CAUSED TRUCK TO BECOME UNDRIVABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-steering-drag-link-loosening","label":"Steering drag link and track bar bolt loosening","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11010486","quote_1_text":"LOST STEERING TO THE LEFT, ONLY 2 INCHES OF TRAVEL. DRAG LINK ADJUSTMENT LOCK NUTS BACKED OFF ON THERE OWN. ALMOST HIT 3 VEHICLES INCLUDING A WV STATE TROOPER. RECEIVED A WARNING TICKET FOR DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT","quote_2_odi":"10789752","quote_2_text":"DRAG LINK ADJUSTMENTS NUTS ARE NOT TIGHT. THEY ARE SUPPOSED TO BE TORQUED TO AROUND 120 FT-LBS. YOU CAN REACH UP AND LOOSEN THEM WITH YOUR HAND. THIS HAS AFFECTED A NUMBER OF TRUCKS IN DIFFERENT STATES THE PROBLEM IS OBVIOUSLY AT THE MANUFACTURER. LINK TO OTHERS HAVING THE SAME","quote_3_odi":"11229657","quote_3_text":"DEATH WOBBLE VIOLENT SHAKING TIRE BOUNCING OR SOMETHING. I ALMOST CRASHED MY TRUCK, I REPLACED THE HUBS DIDN'T FIX IT, I HAD THE TIRES BALANCED SAME PROBLEM, I REPLACED FRONT SHOCKS SAME PROBLEM, I DON'T WANT THE TRUCK I COULD DIE IN THIS UNSAFE TRUCK, DEALER WILL NOT TAKE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-trailer-brake-controller-voltage","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller low output voltage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11722035","quote_1_text":"The output voltage to the Trailer Braking system is low, only 7.5 volts. Other owners have the same problem. From what I understand there is an issue with the computer that keeps the Original Equipment trailer brake controller from delivering full power at speeds below 30 MPH","quote_2_odi":"10763019","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THE INTEGRAL TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER ON MY TRUCK AND I HOOKED UP TO MY CAMPER FOR THE FIRST TIME WITH THE NEW TRUCK, [THE TRAILER BRAKES WORKED FINE WITH THE TRUCK THAT I REPLACED] I HAD VERY LIMITED BRAKING POWER ON TRAILER BRAKES, I DID SOME TESTS ON THE TRAILER BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10749880","quote_3_text":"THE INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL IN THE 2015 RAM TRUCKS DOES NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE BRAKE CONTROL TO THE TRAILER BRAKES. I TRADED IN A 2013 RAM 3500 AND THE INTEGRATED CONTROLLER ALLOWED ME TO SET UP THE BRAKES SO I COULD LOCK THE TIRES UP, THEN I WOULD BACK THE VOLTAGE DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2015-wheel-stud-fracture","label":"Wheel stud fracture and wheel separation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11623871","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the steering started shuddering and the vehicle made an abnormal popping sound. The contact then noticed that the front driver's side wheel was wobbling. The contact pulled over to the side of the road","quote_2_odi":"11596921","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 35-40 MPH, the vehicle started wiggling and wobbling abnormally. The contact was able to pull to the side of the road, where he noticed that the outer rear wheel had separated from the vehicle. Additionally, the","quote_3_odi":"11499540","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the driver's front and driver's side rear wheels detached from the vehicle. The contact became aware of nine broken wheel studs. There was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10926511","quote_1_text":"RAN INTO THE REAR END OF 18 WHEELER DEAD STOPPED IN MIDDLE OF ROAD DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 40 - 45 MPH . MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY YET THE COMPLETE FRONT END OF TRUCK WAS BASHED IN AND PROBABLY TOTALED","quote_2_odi":"10969495","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING W/B ON I-78 APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH(IN A SNOW STORM),AND I WAS TRYING TO PASS A TRACTOR -TRAILER.WHEN I WAS ABOUT 150FT FROM HIS TRAILER, THEIR TRACTOR PROCEEDED TO JACK-KNIFE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"10873428","quote_3_text":"INVOLVED IN A FRONT END, AND DRIVER SIDE COLLISION AT A SPEED OVER 50MPH, AND THE AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE ALSO CAUGHT FIRE, THERE WAS A MINI EXPLOSION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED. I CONTACTED CHRYSLER, BUT THEY HAVE NOT DONE ANYTHING, ABOUT THIS MATTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-brake-master-cylinder","label":"Brake master cylinder failure with loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11561493","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brakes were inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11404645","quote_2_text":"MASTER CYLINDER FAILURE. LUCKILY DID NOT HAVE AN ACCIDENT. COMPLETE BRAKING FAILURE WHILE MOVING ON A FLAT SURFACE NO WARNINGS. BAY DODGE IN PANAMA CITY, FL HAS BEEN PERFORMING OIL CHANGES AND SERVICING ON A REGULAR BASIS AND NOTED NO ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"10873745","quote_3_text":"ON MAY 25 WE EXPERIENCED CATASTROPHIC BRAKE FAILURE WHILE BACKING OUR NEW 2016 5TH WHEEL TRAILER INTO OUR DRIVEWAY. THIS INCLUDED BACKING DOWN OUR HILL AND TURNING TO THE RIGHT INTO OUR DRIVEWAY. THE ROAD WE LIVE ON IS A PRIVATE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-def-pump-failure","label":"DEF pump failure and recall reimbursement denial","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11654914","quote_1_text":"Def pump failed, I had to have it replaced before it degraded my travel speed to 5 mph. After spending $250 to Dodge dealer in Oxnard Service department for them to tell me exactly what it said on the truck code DEF pump needed replacing","quote_2_odi":"10909465","quote_2_text":"THE DEF PUMP STOP WORKING NEVER HAD A MAINTENANCE LIGHT TO COME ON UNTIL THE TRUCK REACH ABOUT 76000 MILES AT THAT TIME THE SYSTEM WAS OUT OF WARRANTY AND THE PUMP WAS NO GOOD I WAS ON MY WAY BACK FROM NEW YORK WHEN IT INDICATED THAT IT WAS GOING TO SLOW DOWN TO 5MILE PER HOUR","quote_3_odi":"11618029","quote_3_text":"My def pump failed. Paid for repair. Now they have a recall for the part. I submitted a claim they denied my claim because I didn't have download 67a done before repair download wasn't available at that time. My truck is in the milage and dates required. I need help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-drag-link-alignment","label":"Drag link failure and post-recall alignment loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11738082","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 RAM 3500. The contact stated that when he took his vehicle to be aligned, he was advised that the vehicle was not able to be aligned, due to a previous recall repair where the drag link was welded unless the drag link was replaced","quote_2_odi":"11652119","quote_2_text":"I am writing to report an ongoing issue with my 2016 Ram 3500 (V6), related to Safety Recall V06 (NHTSA 19V-021) for the drag link, which was performed in 2020 before I purchased the vehicle two years ago","quote_3_odi":"11064516","quote_3_text":"DRAG LINK FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. APPARENTLY THREADS STRIPPED OUT IN THE COUPLER NUT RESULTING IN TOTAL STEERING LOSS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-throttle-delay","label":"Delayed throttle response on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10969841","quote_1_text":"FROM DAY 1 THE TRUCK HAS HAD VERY POOR THROTTLE RESPONSE. THE BIG PROBLEM IS ON TAKE OFF. THE TRUCK HAS A DEAD PEDAL WITH A DELAY OF 3 TO 5 SECONDS BEFORE THE TRUCK WILL ACCELERATE. THIS CAN MAKE FOR SOME DANGEROUS SITUATIONS","quote_2_odi":"10917458","quote_2_text":"DEAD PEDAL. FROM A DEAD STOP IF YOU STAB THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AS IN A EMERGENCY SITUATION THERE IS A 2-3 SECOND DELAY BEFORE POWER IS APPLIED TO THE DRIVETRAIN","quote_3_odi":"11075765","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK, WITH THE AISIN TRANSMISSION AND SINGLE REAR WHEEL, HAS A HORRIBLE THROTTLE DELAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2016-tire-wheel-separation","label":"OE tire tread separation and wheel stud failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11040308","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW IN 2016. NO HEAVY TOWING. AIR PRESSURE AND TIRE ROTATIONS WERE CURRENT, MANAGED BY RANCHO RAM SAN DIEGO, CA AND DISCOUNT TIRE IN RANCHO SAN DIEGO. VEHICLE WAS EQUIPPED FROM THE FACTORY WITH 6 ALL SEASON NEXAN TIRES","quote_2_odi":"11454243","quote_2_text":"On Feb 22, 2022 while traveling at highway speed, all eight wheel studs broke on the left rear dually wheels which led to the wheel/tires separating from the vehicle without warning","quote_3_odi":"11286908","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASE A 2016 DODGE RAM 3500 DUALL LIMITED WITH 2K MILES ON IT. THE TRUCK HAS GARBAGE NEXAN TIRES ON IT. NEXAN CLAIMS IT IS A 40K MILE WARRANTY TIRE. FUNNY THOUGH, AT 11K MILES I HAD ONE NEXAN TIRE FAILURE DUE TO TREAD SEPARATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2017-drag-link-failure","label":"Drag link steering failure after recall repair","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11610848","quote_1_text":"The truck had a recall done on its steering system. The steering part affected is the drag link. The drag link connects to the steering wheel to the tie rod . The recall fix was to weld the drag link jam nuts so they wouldn't come loose and cause a steering loss…","quote_2_odi":"11544712","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while having a routine alignment performed at an independent mechanic, the contact was informed that the steering wheel was cracked. The mechanic was unable to perform the alignment…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2017-grid-heater-bolt-failure","label":"Intake grid heater bolt failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11732828","quote_1_text":"Grid heater bolt broke while towing our camper and destroyed our engine while traveling through Virginia!","quote_2_odi":"11573578","quote_2_text":"Potential Grid Heater defect that can cause major engine failure and/or fire. The bolt connecting the Heater Grid to the intake plenum can heat up and break off, fall into the intake, and get pulled into a cylinder causing major damage.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2017-hcu-abs-recall-failure","label":"ABS hydraulic control unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":169,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11722328","quote_1_text":"While driving loss of abs/traction control. Loss of cruise control. Audible distraction ding while driving with warning messages.","quote_2_odi":"11704470","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 RAM 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the service brakes activated, and the vehicle slid and crashed into a deer. The contact stated that the deer appeared instantly…","quote_3_odi":"11732756","quote_3_text":"The issue involves the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) and hydraulic control unit on our 2017 Ram 3500. The recall states that the ABS module/hydraulic control unit may fail, which can impact braking performance and disable safety systems…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2017-wheel-lug-nut-detachment","label":"Wheel detachment from loosened lug nuts","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":304,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11694809","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH through a Construction Zone, the front passenger’s side tire independently detached…","quote_2_odi":"11506988","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was being driven at approximately 75 MPH, there was a sudden drop on the passenger’s side of the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2018-hcu-abs-recall-parts","label":"ABS/traction control loss from unrepaired brake HCU recall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":180,"date_range":"2024-10 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":771,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11746797","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NTHSA Campaign Number: 24V896000 (Service breaks, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted...","quote_2_odi":"11745513","quote_2_text":"This recall came out 1.5 years ago and there still is no remedy. At a car wash my truck wouldn’t stop and I slid into a concrete pole and damaged the fender and headlight. The corporate office told me, when I called, that currently there is nothing that they can do.","quote_3_odi":"11744755","quote_3_text":"Waiting over 18 months for recall repairs to be made. My truck will not pass the mandatory state safety inspection because the ABS lights in the dash board display...","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2018-recall-reimbursement-denied","label":"Reimbursement denial for out-of-pocket HCU recall repair","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 to 2025-02","source_complaint_count":771,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11643117","quote_1_text":"I filled a complaint on the HCU (brakes) on my 2018 Ram 3500 with NHTSA. FCA took forever to finally recall. By then i had already found a new RAM factorty OEM HCU from a RAM DEALER THAT ALSO SELLS ON EBAY, and installed myself...","quote_2_odi":"11640498","quote_2_text":"On or about [XXX] my Ram 3500 showed a check engine light indicating to service the HCU/ABS system. After researching this I discovered there was a problem with the HCU/ABS in the Ram 3500. At the time there was no recall for the part. I found the part and replaced the part...","quote_3_odi":"11639921","quote_3_text":"I had the ABS recall repaired 3 years ago when Ram was refusing to acknowledge this as a defective product. I paid for this repair. Under the recall I'm elgiible for reimbursement but the company is refusing to reimburse me for the repair after I sent them an invoice showing...","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2018,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2018-turbo-actuator-limp-mode","label":"Turbo actuator failure triggering limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-04 to 2025-05","source_complaint_count":771,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-05","quote_1_odi":"11660185","quote_1_text":"vehicle intermittently sets check engine light for code p0871 and causes truck to go into a limp mode and a 4th gear start only.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-cp4-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11723090","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, a warning light for the exhaust system illuminated, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, and the vehicle failed to restart","quote_2_odi":"11453406","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 RAM 3500. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer to be diagnosed","quote_3_odi":"11478728","quote_3_text":"Vehicle # 76 MD Tag # 3DS2550 a 2019 Dodge Ram pick up truck was parked at our facility on 7/6/22 at approximately 4:15 p.m. At 5:50 p.m. the truck was observed fully engulfed in flames, we attempted to extinguish the fire but were unable to do so","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod/bearing failure with knocking sound","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11668824","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated that after accelerating from a red light and while driving approximately 30 MPH, there was an abnormal ticking sound coming from underneath the hood, and the vehicle started to decelerate","quote_2_odi":"11447151","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 RAM 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH and making a left turn, suddenly there was a loud knocking sound coming from the engine compartment","quote_3_odi":"11366694","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE HIS WIFE WAS DRIVING AT 55 MPH, WHEN SHE HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE BEFORE THE VEHICLE STALLED AND SMOKE STARTED TO ENTER THE CAB THROUGH THE VENTS AND EXITING THE HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-nexen-tire-belt-separation","label":"Nexen tire tread belt separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11458626","quote_1_text":"Both front tires inner belts separated causing the vehicle to become underivable at 55 mph. The vehicle shook causing the steering wheel to radically move side to side","quote_2_odi":"11467046","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500 equipped with Nexen Tires, Tire Line: Roadian HTX RH5, Tire Size: LT235/80/R17, DOT Number: 8EX6CMFR2219. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the front passenger’s side tire started to shake","quote_3_odi":"11557532","quote_3_text":"NEXEN RADIAN HTX tires supplied on new 2019 RAM 3500 DRW. 19,920 miles, Front tires while towing 5th wheel RV began to shake a various speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-trailer-brake-abs-malfunction","label":"Trailer brake and ABS system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11712870","quote_1_text":"I lost trailer brakes, hydraulic controller not working. traction control light is on along with my airbag and my abs light comes on at times","quote_2_odi":"11473034","quote_2_text":"Last week this took place: 2019 Ram 3500 Dual rear wheels AISON transmistion is outfitted with factory trailer brake module","quote_3_odi":"11307354","quote_3_text":"RED HYDRAULIC FLUID IN BRAKE SYSTEM CAUSE BRAKE FAILURE, WHICH CAUSE ME TO CAUSE MINOR DAMAGE TO A BRAKE LINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-transmission-shifting-failure","label":"Transmission shifting malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11737771","quote_1_text":"While driving transmission just died would only go in reverse. lucky it happened at midnight so there was no traffic and was able to pull over safely","quote_2_odi":"11331910","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2019 RAM 3500 TRUCK WITH THE HIGH OUTPUT 400HP ENGINE AND THE 'HEAVY DUTY' AISIN TRANSMISSION. I AM HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"11351214","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CHECK ENGINE CAME ON WHEN THE TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT SHIFT ON THE LAST TWO GEARS TRUCK WOULD GO TO 2500 TO 3000 RPM'S UNTIL IT WOULD SHIFT BUT FELT AS IF IT WAS ON NEUTRAL DURING THE TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2019,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2019-wheel-stud-detachment","label":"Wheel stud failure and wheel detachment","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11430647","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a fleet of 2019 Ram 3500. The contact stated while an employee was driving 2 mph, the rear passenger’s side wheel detached from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11439302","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The","quote_3_odi":"11452190","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) and 21V398000 (Wheels) however, the part to do the recall repairs was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-cp4-fuel-pump-power-loss","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11437580","quote_1_text":"CP4 High Pressure Fuel pump failed @17,500 miles. I was pulling an 18,500 LB 5th wheel trailer on a 2- lane state highway. Stranded family for 6 hours in 106 degree heat until multiple tow trucks arrived to move both vehicles","quote_2_odi":"11438429","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact stated while hauling his fifth-wheel travel trailer driving up a hill the vehicle lost all power. The contact stated he had to maneuver over several lanes of traffic to move off the road safely","quote_3_odi":"11415339","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING OUR 2020 RAM 3500 DIESEL WITH A 2000-POUND TRUCK CAMPER IN THE BED ON A CITY STREET ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A RIGHT TURN THROUGH A YIELD SIGN WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY STOPPED COMPLETELY WITHOUT THE ABILITY TO RESTART IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-def-regen-limp-mode","label":"DEF system warning and regeneration limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11447679","quote_1_text":"DEF reservoir got low and light came on indicating about 300 miles until truck goes into limp mode 5 MPH. Added 1 gallon of DEF and the guage showed to be in the safe zone","quote_2_odi":"11455076","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving to his residence","quote_3_odi":"11529554","quote_3_text":"My check engine light went on, along with the DEF warning, early June 13th,2023. The DEF warning stated I had 150 miles to get the Track to a Dealer. After Dealer evaluation, I was told the truck had DEF contamination, from ,Diesel Fuel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-diesel-recall-parts-delay","label":"Diesel fuel system recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11477420","quote_1_text":"I am attempting to get recall 21V-880 done. This is a safety recall where failure of the engine could result in a crash. I contacted my local dealer and they state repair parts are only available in limited quantities","quote_2_odi":"11456371","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V880000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11524498","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22E069000 (Fuel System, Diesel) however, the contact was not satisfied with the kit designed to do the recall repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11408537","quote_1_text":"TRUCK CAUGHT FIRE IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT. I HAD JUST GOTTEN ON THE FREEWAY AND REACHED 70MPH WHEN I COULD SEE SMOKE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. PULLED OVER AND IT QUICKLY BECAME ENGULFED IN FLAMES","quote_2_odi":"11558743","quote_2_text":"On 12/4/23, at 6:37 am PST, we initiated remote start via the key fob. At 6:40 am pst, a flash and fire erupted from under the hood of the truck","quote_3_odi":"11698464","quote_3_text":"After normal operation, I shut off the vehicle, and within seconds it caught fire without any external cause. Our insurance company and Look Larson Dodge investigated the incident over approximately 3½ weeks but could not determine a definitive cause of the fire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-power-steering-loss-towing","label":"Power steering loss while towing","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11387137","quote_1_text":"WHILE DESCENDING A MOUNTAIN PASS, TRAVELLING AT 75 MPH, PULLING A 20' ENCLOSED CAR TRAILER, MESSAGE IN CLUSTER SAID \"POWER STEERING UNAVAILABLE\" AND THE POWER STEERING WAS GONE. PULLED OVER, CHECKED FOR LEAKS, BLOWN FUSE, AND BELT CONDITION AND FOUND NO ISSUES","quote_2_odi":"11375428","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 RAM 3500. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH HAULING A HORSE TRAILER, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED. THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11420632","quote_3_text":"My wife was driving on a highway with a trailer. Power steering went out. It was near impossible for her to pull over as the vehicle was extremely hard to turn. Not safe!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-shifter-park-rollaway","label":"Gear shifter failure to hold park position","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11718941","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and turned off, the gear shifter shifted into drive independently, causing the vehicle to roll away. The vehicle stopped before crashing","quote_2_odi":"11517928","quote_2_text":"The vehicle does not always go in park. If you attempt to shut the engine off it will notify, If you left the engine running and get out of the vehicle it could roll away. This failure has happened more than 30 times. 3 times today","quote_3_odi":"11497871","quote_3_text":"While leaving the veterinary office parking lot there is a short steep hill. As I started up the hill slowly as there are pedestrians around. About halfway up my truck starts rolling backwards as if the transmission has shifted into neutral","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-tailgate-inadvertent-drop","label":"Inadvertent tailgate release while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11445680","quote_1_text":"This Laramie trim level truck has an electronic drop tailgate with a button to drop the tailgate on the overhead console and one on the key fob. The tailgate on my truck was closed during my pre-trip and entering the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11430392","quote_2_text":"As I was traveling down the interstate today my tailgate unexpectedly opened with no action of mine. A passing traveler signaled to me that this happened, and I was very lucky that nothing came out of my bed to strike a vehicle behind me","quote_3_odi":"11415324","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS ATTACHED TO A TRAILER. AFTER DRIVING AND ARRIVING AT THE RESIDENCE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE THAT THE TAILGATE HAD FALLEN INADVERTENTLY WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE TAILGATE AND THE TRAILER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2020,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2020-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":112,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11615174","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Ram 3500 equipped with Atturo Tires, Tire Line: Trail Blade A/T, Tire Size: 235/80/R17, DOT Number: KA0HD80R4223. The contact stated while driving approximately 50 MPH, the front passenger's side tire experienced a blowout","quote_2_odi":"11483303","quote_2_text":"Truck was new decenber 2020 and only has 25000 miles. The belts are broken and the tire is bulging. from the research I have done online many people are experiencing the same problem with these budget tires put on 80,000$ trucks designed to tow 30,000lbs","quote_3_odi":"11430047","quote_3_text":"Large air bubble on inner sidewall of tire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-cummins-lifter-failure","label":"Cummins 6.7L diesel engine internal component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11678915","quote_1_text":"Failure of hydraulic lifters and camshaft in Cummins 6.7 liter diesel engine of 2021 RAM 3500. Engine exhibited significant ticking noise and the engine does not work properly, putting the safety of driver and passengers in vehicle at risk. Vehicle is not driveable","quote_2_odi":"11585369","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic lifter failure. Was able to safely deliver vehicle to dealership service department. If not handled properly, engine failure could occur while driving and hurt/kill someone","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11462482","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle was involved in a total loss fire from the engine compartment while driving. We were driving the unit and noticed smoke, when we were merging to pull of the road flames started coming up and we immediately exited the vehicle and had to run, because it started…","quote_2_odi":"11457648","quote_2_text":"The transmission’s light came on saying that it was heated. I parked as soon as possible and that’s when the flames were coming out of the hood. I did burned my hands trying to put out the fire with 3 fire extinguishers. I did not want my truck to burn","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-fuel-system-stall","label":"Fuel system failure causing engine stall or shutdown","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11735999","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 mph, the vehicle stalled and could not be restarted. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced due to the high-pressure fuel pump exploding after metal shavings were…","quote_2_odi":"11437405","quote_2_text":"Brand new truck (226 miles) STOPPED RUNNING on Interstate 90 in Montana.  Very dangerous situation, although was able to pull to side of interstate and was able to tow truck to Butte Montana and no one was injured.  Nonetheless, had this occurred in rural area, snowy mountain…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-nexen-tire-failure","label":"Nexen factory-installed tire tread separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11661886","quote_1_text":"Nexen LT235/80R17 2 blow out's and one tire failure. factory installed tires. I have had 2 blowouts on the right front of my Ram 3500. I had discount tire unmount and re mount my spare on the blown-out tire wheel (for appearance purpose) so my spare is now another brand, the…","quote_2_odi":"11705984","quote_2_text":"I have had two tires separate in the past couple of months with less than 24000 miles and 5 years old.  I filed a complaint with Nexen and they sent a partial payment for the first one but rejected the second claim that happened less than 500 miles of the first claim","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall remedy parts on backorder or unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11564857","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V060000 (Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11533101","quote_2_text":"I took the vehicle to the dealer for recall Manufacturer Recall Number13A NHTSA Recall Number23V-060  The dealer told me that they can only order one per week. I will have to wait over a year for the part to come in. This is a fire hazard and I have been advised to not park the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission malfunction and fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11607655","quote_1_text":"Well traveling up a hill the transmission locked up shut the truck down had to hold the brakes to keep for rolling Backwards got the truck in park was able to restart it put it back in gear The transmission started making A loud grinding noise slammed in to gear really hard when…","quote_2_odi":"11644514","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that after starting the vehicle, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to drive forward or to reverse. The RPM was raised high, and the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2021,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2021-wheel-stud-detachment","label":"Wheel stud fracture and wheel detachment","component_code":"WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724142","quote_1_text":"While the contact's husband was driving at 55 MPH, the driver's rear wheel detached. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while a pickup box trailer was hitched to the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was determined that the wheel…","quote_2_odi":"11521050","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a fleet of 2021 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the vehicle was previously taken to a local dealer to be serviced under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V398000 (Wheels); however, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the passenger’s side rear wheel studs fractured.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-abs-traction-control-alarm","label":"Intermittent ABS and traction control warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11627002","quote_1_text":"Started getting an alarm for abs and traction control alarm with 15000 miles, it would come and go every few thousand miles. Truck now has 44000 miles and the alarm has appeared twice in the past 4000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11629425","quote_2_text":"Intermittent abs and traction control alarm. Very random and can come on without notice. Similar issue to the recall issued in September for the 1500 ram","quote_3_odi":"11643037","quote_3_text":"Intermittent fault causing ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, cruise control, to disable while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-dpf-regeneration-limp-mode","label":"DPF regeneration failure and limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667995","quote_1_text":"My 2022 RAM 3500 has repeated failures of the diesel particulate filter (DPF) system. The truck enters limp mode unexpectedly, including while towing on the interstate, creating a serious safety hazard due to sudden loss of power","quote_2_odi":"11643337","quote_2_text":"Emission system failure. Code P2459 Regeneration Frequency. Overheating of the DPF while stuck in regen cycle causes burning smell and diesel fumes in the cabin while driving","quote_3_odi":"11692604","quote_3_text":"My pm sensors or particulate matter system malfunction and failed which lead to emissions issues and created my vehicle to drive in limp mode","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-grid-heater-nut-failure","label":"Grid heater nut failure damaging engine internals","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11657841","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated while driving 40-45 MPH and hauling a 14-ft loaded trailer, the engine made an abnormally loud knocking sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11721728","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10-15 MPH, there was an abnormal rattling sound coming from the vehicle. The engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11697097","quote_3_text":"Lifter tick issue on 2019 to 2024 ram 6.7 engines ....lifters failing casuing excessive wear on valve train known issue major costly repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall repair parts backorder","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11536736","quote_1_text":"This is regarding safety recall 13A/NHTSA 23V-060 - possible fire risk related to the air intake grid heater relay. This recall was issued in February 2023 and RAM/FCA has not fixed it yet","quote_2_odi":"11559905","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V835000 (Power Train) and 23V060000 (Electrical System) however, the parts to do the recall repairs were not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11614795","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 22V835000 (Power Train) and 23V060000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-steering-component-failure","label":"Steering linkage and rack component failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754303","quote_1_text":"Drag link snapped off on the passenger steering knuckle","quote_2_odi":"11647720","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving on a main street at 10 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the vehicle experienced a loss of steering. The contact stated that the steering linkage had disconnected","quote_3_odi":"11680975","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Ram 3500. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to accelerate, the electric power steering was not functioning properly, requiring an increased effort to maneuver the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2022,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2022-transmission-k1-snap-ring","label":"Transmission loss of forward gears (K1 snap ring)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11516549","quote_1_text":"On 4/6/2023 at around 3:15 PM, our 2022 Ram 3500 HO 6.7 Cummins coupled with the Aisin AS69RC Transmission which failed at between 40 to 50 MPH while towing a 40' travel trailer","quote_2_odi":"11541301","quote_2_text":"Total transmission failure resulting in sudden loss of forward gears. Cruise control and all other drivers assist aides disabled and loss of any forward acceleration while driving highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11510941","quote_3_text":"The K1 clutch snap ring failed causing a sudden loss of all forward motion while towing. Vehicle is currently at dealership service center","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726867","quote_1_text":"This complaint involves a 2024 Ram 3500 with an unresolved electrical system issue associated with the rear backup camera and related wiring","quote_2_odi":"11725026","quote_2_text":"The backup (rear) camera worked intermittently, then did not work at all. Safety was put at risk by a lack of image during the backing event","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-clockspring-failure","label":"Steering column clockspring failure","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729671","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ram 3500. The contact stated that the steering wheel buttons had become inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed with clockspring failure","quote_2_odi":"11663759","quote_2_text":"SCCM Internal failure that the dealer is calling an Air Bag Clock Spring failure. Safety Recall 33B and 14B already exist for my make and year of vehicle, but do not cover my VIN. The turn signal gets stuck leading to a hazard for the operator and those around","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-front-suspension","label":"Front end alignment and shock failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751648","quote_1_text":"The truck is in for its second front end alignment. I bought it brand new in October 2024 and it has about 43000 miles on it. I'm concerned for my family's safety. If it is going out of alignment this often, I don't feel safe driving it","quote_2_odi":"11736532","quote_2_text":"when towing the rear end bounce you in on coming lanes! I saw oil on shock took to dealer they fought me on replacing it then they said they will replace 1 and want to send me down the road 1/2 fixed !","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730330","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2024 Ram 3500. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 58,449","quote_2_odi":"11730331","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2024 Ram 3500. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of the purchase, the mileage was 29,000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-powertrain-stall","label":"Powertrain stall and drivetrain failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669535","quote_1_text":"We bought our 2024 3500 Dodge RAM in Florida in late March. Last weekend the truck started to feel like it was jerking while we were pulling our 5th wheel. On Monday we schedule an appointment in Brockton Massachusetts at a dealership","quote_2_odi":"11715041","quote_2_text":"On 01/21/2026 there was a warning light that came on stating accelerator control sensor, the next morning the truck started stalling, and continued stalling multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11680515","quote_3_text":"Excessive Diesel Exhaust Regeneration. Vehicle in in regeneration about 72% of the time. Check engine light comes on about every 2 weeks with code P2459","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-ptc-heater-short","label":"PTC cabin heater short circuit and fumes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745306","quote_1_text":"PTC heater short circuited, overheated and scorched/melted itself as well as other plastic Hvac components and sent toxic fumes into the passenger compartment via the HVAC vents","quote_2_odi":"11709260","quote_2_text":"PTC cabin heater has overheated and replaced 3 times. Each time it filled the passenger compartment with toxic fumes and its a fire hazard. It has not been solved and is still at the dealer. It started Nov 21 2025. NHTSA Complaint # 11702941","quote_3_odi":"11702941","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ram 3500. The contact stated that upon purchasing and driving the vehicle, the contact noticed an abnormal odor inside the cabin of the vehicle. The dealer was notified and informed the contact that it was a new vehicle odor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-tire-cracking","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741870","quote_1_text":"I have a 2024 Ram 3500 with 9661miles, equipped with Firestone Transforce AT LT285/60R20 Load range E tires. These tires are date coded 3123 which make them just under 3 years old as of this report","quote_2_odi":"11684065","quote_2_text":"I purchased a dodge 3500 truck on October 16th 2024. My truck as of today has 4900 miles on it. It is a one ton dually. I noticed this week two of the rear outside tires have cracks and defective tread","quote_3_odi":"11590592","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Ram 3500 equipped with Nexen Tires, Tire Line: Roadian HTX RH5, Tire Size: LT235/80/R17, DOT Number: 8EX6CMFR2223. The contact stated while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, the contact heard an abnormal sound and felt the steering wheel vibrate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2024,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2024-trailer-brake-failure","label":"Trailer and service brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704812","quote_1_text":"I was towing a 6,000 pound excavator on a 20’ tilt deck trailer and rounded a turn to see a line of traffic stopped waiting on a big truck to turn. I hit the brakes and the truck didn’t start to slow","quote_2_odi":"11620971","quote_2_text":"I was towing a 18000 lb fifth wheel rv about 45 mph when traffic made a panic stop in front of me. I couldn’t stop and had an accident. I later determined the brake controller on truck didn’t provide the 12 volts needed to get maximum braking from the fifth wheel brakes","quote_3_odi":"11677762","quote_3_text":"As I was exiting the highway with a loaded trailer carrying approximately 10,000 pounds, the ABS and brake warning lights illuminated on the dash, along with a “No Trailer Brakes” notification. When I applied the brakes to slow down, there was little to no braking response","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2025-instrument-cluster-display-failure","label":"Digital instrument cluster display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-18","quote_1_odi":"11711007","quote_1_text":"On January 14, 2026, while starting my 2025 RAM 3500 with approximately 4,000 miles on the vehicle, the digital instrument cluster completely failed to function. After the engine started and the vehicle was running, the dashboard continued to display “Press Brake and Press…","quote_2_odi":"11735967","quote_2_text":"While driving with a trailer after leaving a jobsite in [XXX] , the vehicle experienced a sudden electrical failure while in motion. The instrument cluster/speedometer screen went completely black and the vehicle lights stopped functioning properly while driving at night. During…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2025-trailer-brake-recall-parts-delay","label":"Trailer brake control recall parts availability delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-18","quote_1_odi":"11729985","quote_1_text":"I received notification of a safety recall on my 2025 Ram 3500 (NHTSA Recall Number26V-059) which affects the trailer lights and braking system. I contacted my dealership to schedule the repair and was told that it would be about 6+ months before they could get to me. The…","quote_2_odi":"11718760","quote_2_text":"There is a recall for the trailer brake control and trailer wiring for light. I bought the truck to tow my 5th wheel trailer and have travel plans starting in march of this year.. ram has put a stop sale on 450k trucks because of this recall. The dealers are fixing the unsold…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2025,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram3500-2025-wheel-speed-sensor-abs-disable","label":"Rear wheel speed sensor failure disabling ABS and 4WD","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-18","quote_1_odi":"11715127","quote_1_text":"The 2025 and 2026 dually 3500 Ram trucks with the 12\" AAM rear axle are having issues with the rear wheel speed sensors (different sensor for each side). They apparently fail or are not able to properly communicate to the computer. When…","quote_2_odi":"11684472","quote_2_text":"I have experienced two major issues. The dash cluster went blank. Not able to see any of the gauges. Vehicle ran, drove. Turned the truck on and off. Opening & closing the door to power off the truck. 15+/- minutes for the dash to return to normal. Supposedly an update to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-cluster-infotainment-glitch","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724031","quote_1_text":"While driving the 2026 Dodge Ram 3500 truck the instrument panel; cluster went completely blank. The screen reappeared again in less than a minute. No other functions were affected","quote_2_odi":"11709588","quote_2_text":"Trucks Navigation and GPS stopped working. Took to dealer for repairs, could not replicate the issue. They brought the truck back to me, and upon starting it the GPS/Navigation is not working","quote_3_odi":"11720480","quote_3_text":"While driving, the instrument cluster/odometer intermittently flashed and became difficult to read for ~15 minutes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-def-exhaust-system-warning","label":"DEF gauge and exhaust system warning malfunction","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706824","quote_1_text":"Purchased the truck new with 25 miles on it from the dealer. Within the first 2000 miles, I had a message pop up that said \"Service Exhaust System See Dealer\"","quote_2_odi":"11709587","quote_2_text":"Trucks DEF Gauge malfunctioning goes from full, to half, to full, to empty, and then warns about going into limp mode. Filled with DEF and still doing it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Recall repair delayed by parts backorder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726903","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V059000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11717235","quote_2_text":"I made appointment online at Hadadd Dodge to repair this. They said they could only order 1 set if parts per week and they have to repair the trucks on the lot first then will get to us","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-tire-blowout-low-mileage","label":"Tire tread failure at low mileage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723092","quote_1_text":"LT235/80R17, well was on ranch , which I told them I use on ranch so I was charged 995. Bucks extra for AT tires , At 625 miles it popped, well I took to dealer as usual they said my fault ? Well I left . New truck 100k an 2 tire dealers told me they are Juck !!!!","quote_2_odi":"11723104","quote_2_text":"Well this is 2 nd report , got truck in sept , 1 tire blew at 625 miles , did not waste time at dealer this time , came off the ranch got about 10 miles down road tire was losing air ,pulled over was leaking bad ,now remember this is a 1 ton dulley Tk with 6 , six tires","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-trailer-brake-controller-failure","label":"Trailer brake controller failure while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737840","quote_1_text":"While descending the mountain grade, the truck’s braking system failed to respond. A warning light appeared on the dashboard indicating an issue with the electric brake system","quote_2_odi":"11744818","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Ram 3500. The contact stated that occasionally while hauling a trailer and driving at various speeds, the factory-integrated Trailer Brake Controller failed to respond as intended","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2026,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"3500","model_slug":"3500","cluster_id":"ram-3500-2026-wheel-speed-sensor-abs-warnings","label":"Wheel speed sensor fault triggering ABS and AEB warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732293","quote_1_text":"This is related to the 2025/2026 Ram 3500 U1412 code relating to anti lock brake system. On this date I got an ABS warning light and check engine light. The vehicle would not turn off, was not sure if it was in gear or not, and multiple other lights came on the dash","quote_2_odi":"11732297","quote_2_text":"Vehicle at dealership a third time for same issue relating to U1412 code associated with ABS system. First time it was towed on 1/19/2026 and second time I took it to the dealership before it required towing on 3/26/2026","quote_3_odi":"11722335","quote_3_text":"Shortly after purchasing a new 2026 Ram 3500 in January 2026, the vehicle began displaying multiple safety warnings simultaneously while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/ram/3500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"ProMaster 2500","model_slug":"promaster-2500","cluster_id":"promaster-2500-2015-cooling-fan-radiator-failure","label":"Engine cooling fan and radiator failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11547146","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Ram Promaster 2500. The contact stated that while his client was driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was shudder abnormally, prompting him to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11299466","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER 2500. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE TURNED OFF, THE ENGINE COOLING FAN REMAINED ON FOR FIFTEEN SECONDS AND THEN SHUT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11408149","quote_3_text":"IN 2018 WE HAD A MAJOR RADIATOR PROBLEM, FAN, FLUID, HOSES ALL BLEW ALL OVER A CUSTOMERS DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"ProMaster 2500","model_slug":"promaster-2500","cluster_id":"promaster-2500-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11072172","quote_1_text":"THE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS KEEP BURNING OUT. NUMEROUS TIMES A YEAR","quote_2_odi":"10994936","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER 2500. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE","quote_3_odi":"10992662","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER 2500. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN ELECTRICAL FAILURE AND THE HEADLIGHTS STOPPED WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"ProMaster 2500","model_slug":"promaster-2500","cluster_id":"promaster-2500-2015-motor-transmission-coupler","label":"Motor-to-transmission coupler failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10967663","quote_1_text":"THE COUPLER BETWEEN THE MOTOR AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS REPEATEDLY FAILED; ALSO THE VERY FIRST AXLE WAS FAILING AND WAS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10967666","quote_2_text":"THE COUPLER BETWEEN THE MOTOR AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS REPEATEDLY FAILED; ALSO, THE AXLE HAS FAILED TWICE, THE LAST AXLE FAILURE THE SHAFT SPLIT IN HALF AND PART OF IT ENDED UP IN THE GEAR BOX","quote_3_odi":"10967670","quote_3_text":"THE COUPLER BETWEEN THE MOTOR AND THE TRANSMISSION HAS REPEATEDLY FAILED; ALSO, THE A/C CONTINUALLY LEAKS AS THE HIGH PRESSURE HOSE FROM CONDENSOR TO COMPRESSOR IS TOO SHORT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"ProMaster 2500","model_slug":"promaster-2500","cluster_id":"promaster-2500-2015-parking-brake-freeze-pad-wear","label":"Parking brake freezing and brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11181237","quote_1_text":"THE DRUM-STYLE PARKING BRAKE BECOMES FROZEN IN COLD WEATHER MAKING THE VEHICLE UN-DRIVEABLE UNTIL SUCH TIME AS IT IS DRIED OUT AND THE SHOES FREED","quote_2_odi":"11083265","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD PROBLEMS WITH MY BRAKES SENSE I GOT MY VAN, THE PADS WEAR FAST AND LEAVE BLACK DIRT ALL OVERS THE WHEELS, AND NOTHING GETS DONE ABOUT IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"ProMaster 2500","model_slug":"promaster-2500","cluster_id":"promaster-2500-2015-power-loss-transmission","label":"Unexpected loss of power and transmission malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11387086","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE TRANSMISSION DO UNEXPECTEDLY SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND ALSO WHEN APPROACHING TO STOP LIGHT IT STARTS JUMPING THE SPEED AND THE TRANSMISSION DOESN'T GET NEUTRAL WHEN PRESS THE STOP PEDAL IT KEEP MOVING, ALSO HAPPENS WITH REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11179948","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF POWER/ ACCELERATION MORE THAN 10 TIMES IN 2 DAYS. RESULTING IN HAVING TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY, UNABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SHOULDER","quote_3_odi":"11245363","quote_3_text":"2015 RAM PROMASTER DIESEL 2500 WITH 72000 MILES. VEHICLE WAS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION, WELL MAINTAINED, WITH OIL CHANGES PER FACTORY RECOMMENDATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-2500","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"ram-promaster-city-2015-brake-wear-noise","label":"Premature brake wear and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10778716","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL NOISE AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO RESPOND. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO REPLACED THE BRAKES BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","quote_2_odi":"10821509","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD SCRUBBING NOISE COMING FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ROTORS NEEDED TO BE TURNED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"ram-promaster-city-2015-cooling-fan-failure","label":"Cooling fan failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11020429","quote_1_text":"HAD VEHICLE SERVICED FOR A COOLING FAN RELAY AFTER VEHICLE DISPLAYED A P0481 TROUBLE CODE. DEALER SERVICED AND REPLACED FAN RELAY. VEHICLE OVERHEATED APPROXIMATELY 100 MILES LATER DUE TO A DEFECTIVE COOLING FAN","quote_2_odi":"11113488","quote_2_text":"RADIATOR COOLING FAN HAS STOPPED WORKING AT 39000 MILES.VAN IS OVERHEATING .STILL UNDER POWER TRAIN WARRANTY.WE ARE BEING GIVEN A HARD TIME ABOUT WARRANTY REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11140476","quote_3_text":"MY 2015 PROMASTER 2500 GOT A P0481 CODE FOR A FAULTY RADIATOR FAN. THIS IS CONSISTENT WITH KNOWN DEFECTS IN OTHER MAKES AND MODELS IN FCA (FIAT CHRYSTLER AUTOMOTIVE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"ram-promaster-city-2015-neutral-limp-mode","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11066941","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER. WHILE DRIVING, THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO HENDERSONVILLE CHRYSLER DODGE JEEP RAM (401 DUNCAN HILL RD, HENDERSONVILLE, NC), BUT THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DETERMINED","quote_2_odi":"11442397","quote_2_text":"Several incidents when accelerating, the engine goes into a limp mode, followed by indicator lights coming on P0401, P0299, P226C. The vehicle will not accelerate and travels at a max speed of about 5mph","quote_3_odi":"10821687","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 RAM PROMASTER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO RESTART. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS UNDETERMINED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2015,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"ram-promaster-city-2015-parking-brake-rollaway","label":"Parking brake failure and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11169878","quote_1_text":"RECENTLY THIS VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON A SLIGHT INCLINE AND AFTER THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS APPLIED THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO ROLL. THIS MODEL VEHICLE DOES NOT HAVE A PARK POSITION FOR THE TRANSMISSION LEVER","quote_2_odi":"11084687","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT THE RAM PRO MASTER 2015 BRAND NEW AND HAD TO REPLACE THE PARKING BTAKE OUT 4 TIMES AND REPLACED PARKING BRAKE CABLES 3 TIMES. PARKING BRAKE CABLES GET WATER INTO THE CABLES AND FREEZES IN THE WINTER","quote_3_odi":"10944286","quote_3_text":"PARKING BRAKE INITIALLY WOULD NOT RELEASE AND STAY LOCKED ON. BRAKE SHOES WORE DOWN TO THE POINT THAT NOTHING WAS LEFT ON THE BRAKE PADS TO HOLD THE VEHICLE IN PLACE TO KEEP IT FROM ROLLING DOWN A HILL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-cooling-fan-failure","label":"Cooling fan failure causing overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11217056","quote_1_text":"RADIATOR FAN BEGAN TO SMOKE WHILE ENGINE IDLE. RADIATOR FAN BECAME INOPERATIVE, AND ENGINE OVERHEATING SOON FOLLOWED. RADIATOR AND FAN WERE DAMAGED, AND HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11109543","quote_2_text":"COOLING FAN AND RELAY BLEW AT 46000 MILES. COOLING FAN BEARINGS WENT AND SEIZED, COOLING FAN RELAY NO GOOD. DEALER WOULD NOT WARRANTY BECAUSE IT WAS OVER 36000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11081022","quote_3_text":"COOLING FAN FAILURE, COOLING FAN DOES NOT OPERATE AFTER VEHICLES WATER TEMP GETS HIGH, VEHICLE WILL OVERHEAT IF STATIONARY IE SITTING IN TRAFFIC 38,000 MILES WHEN PROBLEM STARTED REPLACE COOLING FAN RELAY ONCE ALREADY PROBLEM NOT CORRECTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-dash-illumination","label":"Dim or unreadable dashboard and speedometer illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11153742","quote_1_text":"THE DASH LIGHTS ARE NOT BRIGHT ENOUGH TO BE ABLE TO EASILY READ THE INFORMATION. IF YOU WEAR SUNGLASSES, YOU MUST REMOVE YOUR SUNGLASSES IN ORDER TO ATTEMPT TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER OR OTHER INFORMATION, BECAUSE IT IS TOO DIM","quote_2_odi":"10960395","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SPEEDOMETER WAS NOT ILLUMINATED PROPERLY AND COULD NOT BE READ BY THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"10929026","quote_3_text":"SPEEDOMETER IS RECESSED INTO DASHBOARD AND NOT VISIBLE IN DAYLIGHT. DASH LIGHTING IS SET AT MAX. DEALER HAS NO SOLUTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-ebrake-cable-freeze","label":"Parking brake cable freezing in cold weather","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11563536","quote_1_text":"Parking brake won't release when temperatures are at freezing or below. Consensus opinion on the internet is that water is getting into the cable + cable housing line and freezing, which causes the cable to stick inside the housing","quote_2_odi":"11456367","quote_2_text":"E-Brake cable freezes or doesn't disengage causing damage to the rotors, brakes, pads. Dealership said that the e-brake cable had stretched causing the rear parking brake to lock and destroy the rotors, brake pads, shoes, wheel speed sensors, pad sensors","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-engine-stall-loss-power","label":"Sudden engine stall or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11671916","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram ProMaster. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut off. The vehicle was unable to be restarted and was later towed to the local mechanic. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_2_odi":"11129489","quote_2_text":"EXPERIENCES DANGEROUS STALLING AND LOSS OF ELECTRICAL POWER TO ENGINE DURING DRIVING. THIS CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. THIS IS SPECIFICALLY A SYMPTOM OF ONE OF THE MANY RECALLS SUPPOSEDLY PERFORMED ON THIS VEHICLE ALREADY","quote_3_odi":"10936271","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM PROMASTER CITY VAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND THE SPEED DECREASED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL UNIT FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Repeated headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11543731","quote_1_text":"The problem I'm having with my truck is I can't keep a head light from burning out. I just had one quit that was a month old. I've been using the spec. lamp from Sylvania H7","quote_2_odi":"11428830","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram Promaster. The contact stated that the vehicle headlight bulbs would blow approximately every 6 months. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11140327","quote_3_text":"ABOUT EVERY 3 MONTHS WE ARE HAVING TO REPLACE LIGHT BULBS IN EITHER HEADLAMP. ONE OR THE OTHER KEEPING BURNING OUT. WE REPLACE THE BULBS TOGETHER AND USE GLOVES AS TO NOT DESTROY THE BULB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-recall-parts-delay","label":"Delayed recall part availability","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11582800","quote_1_text":"Dealer where I purchased vehicle said i have recall for both catalytic converters waited two months called back and they said they wanted to replace engine and i been waiting for a call back for 6 months","quote_2_odi":"11361983","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 RAM 2500 PROMASTER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V818000 (EQUIPMENT, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10920469","quote_3_text":"THIS IS THE 2ND RECALLED NOTICED I'VE RECEIVED, TOOK A MONTH TO GET THE FIRST RECALL DONE. WAS TOLD TO CALLED BACK ONCE I GET THE 2ND RECALL NOTICE B/C THEY RAN OUT OF THE PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and internal engine component failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11311752","quote_1_text":"AT 75,000 MILES MY TIMING CHAIN BROKE WHILE I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. NO SIGNS BEFOREHAND IT JUST BROKE","quote_2_odi":"11021028","quote_2_text":"FLY WHEEL. 55600 MILES AND THE FLY WHEEL CRACKED , HAD TO REPLACE THE UNIT. NOT SURE HOW IT HAPPENED, NOTICED THE RATTLING OF FLY WHEEL TO IT TO SERVICE AND HAD IT REPLACE","quote_3_odi":"11443702","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Ram Promaster 1500. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would make abnormal grinding sounds. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2016,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2016-transmission-failure","label":"Repeated transmission failure and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11547079","quote_1_text":"We have owned this vehicle for 4 years. We are now on our 3rd time having the transmission replaced","quote_2_odi":"11538036","quote_2_text":"Transmission fell out while driving. Mine and my daughter’s live was put at risk. Towing guy told me he’ve been towing Amazon trucks many times with the same problem and to check for recall because it happens too often","quote_3_odi":"11702191","quote_3_text":"I purchase this car used from a dealer. the transmission failed at 87564 miles. i had the a new transmission installed. The gear box or shifter failed at 91231 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure to stop or release","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11634291","quote_1_text":"Went to use the brakes and they would not work. Had to swerve into a ditch to stop. ABS and Traction issue","quote_2_odi":"11441596","quote_2_text":"parking brake did not fully release (with no apparent signs). drove 20 miles, brake warning lights went on about 18 miles in to the drive. Pulled up to gas pump with rear wheels (unknowingly) glowing red","quote_3_odi":"11171715","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE PERFORMED DIFFERENTLY AND FAILED TO STOP AS DESIGNED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-cooling-fan-recall","label":"Engine cooling fan failure and recall delay","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11614481","quote_1_text":"There’s already a recall on the engine cooling fans. I was driving on the freeway when the cooling g fans failed causing overheating and major damage to the engine, specifically the head gasket, thermostat, and radiator","quote_2_odi":"11527396","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Ram 2500. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle in the parking lot of a residential building and turning the engine off, approximately 36 hours later the contact was alerted by the property manager that the vehicle was on fire","quote_3_odi":"11486022","quote_3_text":"2017 RAM PROMASTER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE COOLING FAN SAFETY RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-dim-instrument-panel","label":"Dim instrument panel illegible in daylight","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11030497","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL ILLUMINATED TOO DIMLY, WHICH CAUSED THE SPEEDOMETER TO BE DIFFICULT TO VIEW WHILE DRIVING IN THE DAYTIME","quote_2_odi":"11042581","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER CITY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS DURING THE DAY, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES WERE NOT VISIBLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE GAUGES WERE VISIBLE WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11065216","quote_3_text":"I WANT TO COMPLAIN ABOUT A COMPANY VEHICLE WHICH I DRIVE - IT IS A 2017 RAM PROMASTER CITY - WHILE TALKING TO OTHER DRIVERS WE SHARE THE SAME PROBLEM. WE DON'T KNOW HOW FAST WE ARE GOING SINCE THE SPEEDOMETER IS TO DARK!!! NOBODY CARES!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11432883","quote_1_text":"We purchased 4 of these Dodge promasters about 4 years ago. During the first year we were replacing headlights about every 2 months. Dodge told us that we needed to use their \"heavy duty\" bulbs. These bulbs seem to last about 1 year","quote_2_odi":"11376990","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLAMPS HAVE BEEN REPLACED MULTIPLE TIMES, WAY MORE THAN THEY SHOULD NEED. WE REPLACED THE DRIVERS SIDE LOW BEAM IN DECEMBER 2019, APRIL 2020 AND NOW IT IS IT OUT AGAIN - NOVEMBER 2020","quote_3_odi":"11166263","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS GO OUT EVERY 30 DAYS ,IN THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT ,WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE MIDDLE OF A SNOW STORM , RAIN STORM ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11703640","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is failing oil consumption test at 97,571 miles. They are saying it’s burning excessive oil due to failed piston which ran had an open recall for . I’d like my vehicle to be considered for oil consumption test and possible motor replacement","quote_2_odi":"11668186","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Ram Promaster City. The contact stated that while coming to a stop, there was gray smoke coming from the exhaust pipe and the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11467434","quote_3_text":"Oil consumption issue causing engine to stall without warning while driving. Burning through 2 quarts every 1000 miles. Almost caused 2 accidents so far","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2017,"make":"Ram","make_slug":"ram","model":"Promaster City","model_slug":"promaster-city","cluster_id":"promaster-city-2017-transmission-failure","label":"Unexpected transmission failure or disengagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":76,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11738594","quote_1_text":"COMPONENT FAILED: Left transmission mount bracket and its fasteners on a 2017 RAM ProMaster with 3.6L V6 Pentastar (sales code ERB) and 62TE 6-speed automatic (sales code DG2). At least one bracket-to-transaxle bolt sheared","quote_2_odi":"11289498","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN AND COMPLETE LOSS OF THE TRANSMISSION WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE GOING 65 MPH. NO WARNING. FORTUNATELY WAS ABLE TO COAST TO A STOP ON AN EXIT RAMP. COULD HAVE CAUSED A SERIOUS ACCIDENT. VEHICLE HAD 40,751 MILES. REPAIR COVERED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11209741","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN ON A ROAD AT POSTED SPEED LIMITS AND THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING DOWNHILL THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION WILL OFTEN DOWNSHIFT TWO GEARS CAUSING THE ENGINE TO OVER REV UNCONTROLLABLY OFTEN TO 4000 REVOLUTIONS PER MINUTE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/ram/promaster-city","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/ram"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2023-horn-audibility","label":"Horn audibility below traffic noise levels","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611043","quote_1_text":"Horn is extremely underpowered and not audible to other drivers at highway speeds in particular. This has not been inspected by Rivian because all R1S vehicles are like this since they removed the second horn that was originally shipped in earlier builds.","quote_2_odi":"11559419","quote_2_text":"The single horn on this vehicle is incredibly weak/not loud enough and has almost led to two separate incidents in my 3 months of ownership due to other drivers not being able to hear my horn.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2023-ota-update-screen-blackout","label":"OTA software update causing display and safety-system blackout","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11555051","quote_1_text":"Rivian pushed a software update to owners on the evening of 11/13/2023. This update made the driver information and infotainment screens non-functional and also disabled all driver saftey aids and any ability to turn exterior lights or windshield wipers off or on…","quote_2_odi":"11555040","quote_2_text":"Software update rolled out version 2023.42.0 and now the vehicle screen is black and HVAC does not work. It is unclear if any safety or airbag systems are operational. Cameras not working.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2023-passenger-airbag-occupancy-sensor","label":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor and airbag deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594215","quote_1_text":"My right front passenger seat does not detect adult occupants reliably, and therefore does not enable the airbags. My wife is approximately 105 pounds and sits in the seat in a standard upright fashion without leaning back. Her legs are not crossed and are just resting on the floor…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2023-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration events","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11553554","quote_1_text":"Stopped at McDonalds drive through waiting to order with my foot on the brake and the vehicle lunged forward rearending the car stopped 5 feet in front of me ordering. I was trying to brake but it kept pushing the car in front of me then careened to the right hitting a sign and a parked car…","quote_2_odi":"11753900","quote_2_text":"I was using one-pedal driving mode and had come to a complete stop with my foot off the accelerator. I turned briefly to hand my child an ice cream cup, and when I looked back at the road, the vehicle was accelerating at full power with no contact from either pedal…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-adas-cruise-disengagement","label":"Adaptive cruise control and lane-assist disengagement","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741159","quote_1_text":"Vehicles autonomous driving has failed several times. The system changes from autonomous driving to adaptive cruise control without giving the normal alerts for the driver to take the wheel, giving me or my spouse no time to properly react","quote_2_odi":"11676480","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system on multiple occasions has started to have lag. Once the lag is present dragging fingers across the main infotainment screen ie navigating a map will cause the vehicle to disengage adaptive cruise/highway assist while driving at any speed","quote_3_odi":"11632562","quote_3_text":"On the way home from picking up the vehicle, the adaptive cruise control and the late keep assist functionality failed. The service center determined that one of the front radars needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-electrical-propulsion-shutdown","label":"Complete electrical or propulsion shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728920","quote_1_text":"While driving on a highway, the vehicle displayed an emergency malfunction alert indicating the system was shutting down, followed by a sudden loss of propulsion","quote_2_odi":"11679876","quote_2_text":"Both the high-voltage and low-voltage systems shut down, leaving the vehicle entirely inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11635709","quote_3_text":"The vehicle jolted, made a loud noise from the front axle, and then fully stopped in the middle of a busy road with the battery still at 55%. Once it stopped, I had no hazard lights or power steering, and the infotainment system locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior lighting and turn signal failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11693231","quote_1_text":"During an early season wet snow storm within minutes of driving the lights had become covered with snow and deflected the light in such a way that created a very unsafe driving environment","quote_2_odi":"11648019","quote_2_text":"Hazard light switch stopped functioning one day. It is completely unusable and is a safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11609290","quote_3_text":"Driver side high beam lights are out or malfunction. No warning on dashboard except for \"Adaptive High Beam not working.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-rear-door-emergency-egress","label":"Rear door emergency exit mechanism","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699510","quote_1_text":"The rear doors cannot be opened in an emergency when electrical power is interrupted","quote_2_odi":"11684785","quote_2_text":"vehicle was delivered without the driver door cable properly installed, resulting no manual way to exit the vehicle in the event of an emergency/ power failure","quote_3_odi":"11668679","quote_3_text":"Emergency exit of the rear doors does not include a manual door pull lever or cable obvious to the occupant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-steering-pull-vibration","label":"Steering pull and vibration at speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695067","quote_1_text":"The Rivian R1S that I own pulls hard to the right when you accelerate and then pulls to the left when you decelerate","quote_2_odi":"11663831","quote_2_text":"The vehicle steering wheel has never been straight since the day I purchased it but I thought it was normal because of the roads I drive on then it got worse and worse","quote_3_odi":"11619023","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel vibrates back and forth when driving at highway speeds and following the flow of traffic. The shaking makes my hands and wrists numb after a few minutes of driving at speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707116","quote_1_text":"On November 27th the accelerator on my Rivian became stuck causing the car to accelerate quickly and preventing me from immediately stopping the car","quote_2_odi":"11675876","quote_2_text":"While my wife was driving our 2025 Rivian R1S (approx. 13,500 miles), the vehicle was at a complete stop when it began to slowly roll forward on its own, followed by a sudden surge of acceleration, despite no input on the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"11693883","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Rivian R1S. The contact stated that while driving 24 MPH, the other vehicle switched lanes in front of the contact's vehicle. The other driver had a learner's permit. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but it traveled down to the floorboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2025,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1S","model_slug":"r1s","cluster_id":"r1s-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without significant impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734816","quote_1_text":"My 3rd windshield has cracked after a tiny 1/8\" impact point. The result was spidering all the way around the middle sensor housing area and propagating 6\" down. It also spidered to the top of the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11717398","quote_2_text":"I have experienced six separate windshield failures (cracks and chips) within the first eight months of owning my 2025 Rivian R1S","quote_3_odi":"11659167","quote_3_text":"I have owned cars for more than three decades and never had a windshield crack. In the first three months of owning a Rivian R1 S I had two windshield cracks from a simple pebble on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/rivian/r1s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-12v-electrical-failure","label":"12-volt electrical system failure and vehicle shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755183","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Rivian R1T experienced a sudden, complete electrical failure due to a defective HVAC system, resulting in a dangerous hard-bricked state that rendered the vehicle totally inoperable. Approximately 30 days prior to the incident, the vehicle underwent a comprehensive","quote_2_odi":"11742855","quote_2_text":"Vehicle gave a warning to service the electrical system and then shut down preventing any operation. Luckily I was in a parking lot and not on a roadway impeding traffic or jeopardizing safety while driving. Could smell burnt electrical from within cabin","quote_3_odi":"11730655","quote_3_text":"12 volt battery was replaced under warranty on date 07/08/2024 at miles 14059. Again, 12 volt battery needs to be replaced at 29343 miles as of today's date 04/12/2026. This is highly unusual. Please look into it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-acc-phantom-brake-speed","label":"Adaptive cruise control phantom braking and unintended acceleration","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11546153","quote_1_text":"ACC phantom brakes on highways causing dangerous situations with vehicles following behind and also causing driver panic events particularly when phantom braking occurs most commonly on bends of highways or on single lane highways where it reacts to oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11729578","quote_2_text":"I engaged the cruise control and it immediately went up to 40-45 mph, far faster than the limit and far faster than was safe given the wet conditions and windy road. As I tried to slow the car down, using the steering while cruise control adjustment buttons, I steered through","quote_3_odi":"11572668","quote_3_text":"When towing a trailer with my Rivian R1T on interstate 75 I set my cruise control while going with the speed of traffic at approximately 60 mph.  Instead of cruise control setting at the speed I was traveling, it instead sets at the posted speed limit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-air-suspension-failure","label":"Air and hydraulic suspension system failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730254","quote_1_text":"We were driving on the highway going 70 MPH when we heard a loud bang, and then the car immediately catapulted to the right off the road and slammed into the concrete right median, spun around hit a sign and then ended up in the right bridge barrier","quote_2_odi":"11728138","quote_2_text":"In late February 2026, at approximately 114,000 miles, this 2022 Rivian R1T suffered a comprehensive failure of its kinetic (hydraulic) suspension system. The failure occurred during normal on-road operation at approximately 60 mph in temperate (60°F) conditions","quote_3_odi":"11543893","quote_3_text":"Was driving through an intersection in traffic when I heard a loud explosion/metal-on-metal sound from the front drivers side of the vehicle. Instantly received two warnings in the IP; one for \"Performance Limited\" and the other for \"Service Suspension Soon\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-camera-adas-malfunction","label":"Camera and ADAS system malfunction after software updates","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745247","quote_1_text":"The R1T has four cameras to assist the driver and provide warnings for lane changes, etc.  The cameras are routinely failing while I am driving the vehicle.  This started after an OTA software update.  A software reset will turn the cameras back on, though they have repeatedly…","quote_2_odi":"11555052","quote_2_text":"MANY components of the vehicle that run on software are completely unuseable. This includes ALL sensors, safety features, ADAS, ability to adjust suspension, regen braking, HVAC, Audio, etc.  How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I do not know what…","quote_3_odi":"11715815","quote_3_text":"Initially, my instrument screen on my vehicle went black and stopped working. I had to drive roughly 10 miles home without the use of my speedometer. After replacing the AXM module, the cruise control and lane-keeping functions intermittently stop working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-door-handle-latch-failure","label":"Electronic door handle and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HANDLE:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698427","quote_1_text":"the electronic door handles are malfunctioning and not opening or staying open.  when they stay in and dont present, the door remains locked and cannot be opened from the outside.  This is a safety hazard if an occupant cannot exit the vehicle in an emergency","quote_2_odi":"11579366","quote_2_text":"The front driver’s side door became stuck shut while inside the vehicle, forcing the driver to have to exit the vehicle by crawling across the inside of the vehicle and out the passenger’s side door. Repeated attempts to unlock and open the door from both inside and outside","quote_3_odi":"11640110","quote_3_text":"Our rear passenger interior door handle stopped working today. We were unable to open the door from the inside of the car. I messaged Rivian support and we tried a software reset and checked to make sure the the child safety lock wasn’t on. Neither worked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-drivetrain-propulsion-fault","label":"Drive unit and propulsion system faults causing loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685730","quote_1_text":"Vehicle lurched to a stop in a parking lot, unable to shift into gear. Warnings: “motor fault detected”, “system fault detected”, “all wheel drive permanently engaged”, “replace 12v battery. “  Currently being repaired under manufacture warranty. Manufacturer confirmed drive…","quote_2_odi":"11531138","quote_2_text":"Critical battery issue, made the truck inoperable and stuck in my garage. Rivian replaced the main battery pack and the drained 12v batteries. One day after getting the truck back while I was driving, the truck motors stopped in a jarring fashion in the middle of dark one lane…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Front passenger occupant classification sensor airbag shutoff","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11511592","quote_1_text":"The Rivian front passenger seat sensor is set to detect passengers that are >=120 pounds (according to the rivian service center). This setting is WAY too high and prevents the air bags from activating when my 5’5” daughter who weighs 110 pounds sits in the front seat","quote_2_odi":"11552772","quote_2_text":"Front passenger seat does not always recognize that a passenger (my wife who weighs about 110 lbs) is sitting in the seat. The airbag off light will be on during various parts of a trip when my wife is clearly sitting normal in the seat with her belt buckled","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2022,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2022-subframe-cracking","label":"Welded front subframe cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731701","quote_1_text":"Subframe has cracked. It is a known issue for my vehicle as the welded subframe isn’t strong enough to hold the weight of my vehicle over time. Thus compromising the structural integrity over time, leading to severe safety hazards like unpredictable handling, poor stability","quote_2_odi":"11730019","quote_2_text":"The 2022 R1Ts has a welded subframe that is prone to cracking due to the vehicles weight. The symptoms are a metal on metal clunking and creaking sound from the front end.  In 2023 Rivian replaced the welded subframe on the R1T with a cast subframe that is stronger","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-adas-driver-plus-failure","label":"Driver+ ADAS unavailability and lane assist errors","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04-13 → 2025-10-20","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694627","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s Driver+ advanced driver assistance system (including Adaptive Cruise Control and Highway Assist) repeatedly failed during normal highway driving. The system would display “Driver Assistance Features Unavailable – Service Soon” and immediately disable all…","quote_2_odi":"11582833","quote_2_text":"Car was lane corrected into other lane and started accelerating. Like getting hit by a bumper in a pinball machine. Avoided a head on collision but managed to safety maneuver into a fence instead of a tree","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-halfshaft-cv-bolt-loose","label":"Front half-shaft and CV axle bolt loosening","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04-30 → 2026-05-22","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671561","quote_1_text":"Rivian R1T was brought to independent tire center for tire rotation on same day before 1,000 mile trip. Technician documented:  \"Drivers side front CV axle bolt almost completely backed out\". Bolt took less than one rotation by hand to come off. Documented by tire shop technician","quote_2_odi":"11567244","quote_2_text":"Was driving on the highway in the left lane at roughly 80 mph and suddenly lost regenerative braking and almost got into an accident not realizing I had to use my physical brakes to slow down.  Truck entered turtle mode and was able to make it safely over and back home.  Problem…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag sensor deactivation by weight","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-09-21 → 2024-04-22","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561699","quote_1_text":"The Rivian R1T's passenger airbag does not engage if you weigh less than a certain amount. I am 5'2\" and 120 pounds, and the airbag is \"off\" if I sit in the passenger seat. Some Rivian dealers say it is set at 135 pounds; one dealer said it is set at 150 pounds","quote_2_odi":"11545749","quote_2_text":"The passenger airbag sensor is malfunctioning. When a passenger weighing 115 pounds is seated in the front passenger seat with the seatbelt connected, the vehicle disables the airbag. This has been documented with pictures and video multiple times to Rivian","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-power-loss-turtle-mode","label":"Sudden power loss and turtle mode entry while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11-03 → 2025-03-26","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644509","quote_1_text":"The powertrain, acceleration system, and defrost system failed. The vehicle unexpectedly entered Limited Performance Mode, but instead of allowing reduced acceleration as expected, it resulted in a complete loss of power and left us stranded in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11650888","quote_2_text":"I Was driving down highway and receive a fe messages in quick order -front sensors off,  front camera off,  collision detection off, regenerative braking off - started moving toward right shoulder prior to pulling off - car lost speed at high rate putting me in jeopardy of being…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-regen-braking-traction-loss","label":"Traction and stability control loss in high regeneration mode","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-02-20 → 2024-04-24","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585044","quote_1_text":"The components that failed are Traction Control, Stability controls, and Anti-Lock Braking while in high regeneration mode.  Vehicle can easily become incontrollable in low traction situations (in high regeneration mode) that is a danger to the driver and others on the road","quote_2_odi":"11572970","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was parked on a 8 degree slope in the driveway with approximately 2 inches of snow on the drive way. Within thirty minutes of the vehicle being parked the truck slide down the driveway and crashed into the house. The parking brake failed and or is miss-engineered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-water-intrusion-roof","label":"Water intrusion through sun visor hinges and roof console","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-01-05 → 2026-01-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11708829","quote_1_text":"When it rains, or water is allowed to collect on top of the roof, water seeps in through the hinges of the driver and passenger sun visors. Depending on how much water is allowed to collect, it can trickle in or gush right inside the interior of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2023,"make":"Rivian","make_slug":"rivian","model":"R1T","model_slug":"r1t","cluster_id":"r1t-2023-windshield-defrost-hvac","label":"Windshield defrost blowing cool air in cold temperatures","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-15 → 2026-04-15","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731452","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions I have experienced the defrost feature of my 2023 Rivian R1T blowing cool air instead of warm or hot air, leading to a build up of ice on the windshield while driving. I have brought this concern to Rivian's attention with two service appointments","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/rivian/r1t","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/rivian"},{"year":2010,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2010-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10395589","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP BUT THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_2_odi":"11566115","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to accurately provide fuel level in the vehicle. The contact stated that while the tank was a half tank full, the fuel gauge would drop to 0 gallons","quote_3_odi":"11185692","quote_3_text":"WHEN I START THE CAR IN THE MORNING TO WARM UP BEFORE USING IT I NOTICE AND EAR THAT IT STALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2010,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2010-seat-belt-buckle-retractor","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11052487","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 SAAB 9.3 SEDAN IS EXPERIENCING THE SAME ISSUE AS THE RECALL BUT, THE RECALL ONLY STIPULATES THE CONVERTIBLE MODEL","quote_2_odi":"10492375","quote_2_text":"MONTHS AGO, DRIVER'S SEATBELT LIGHT WOULD COME ON, DRIVER WOULD THEN PUSH HARDER ON SEATBELT BUCKLE WHICH WOULD 'CLICK' AGAIN (SECOND TIME) AND SECURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2010,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall part unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10926318","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A NOTICE DATED MARCH 16 REGARDING THE AIRBAG AND THAT INFLATION MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DEATH - THERE IS CURRENTLY NO RESOLUTION FOR THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10905602","quote_2_text":"TAKAT RECALL. HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED AND GM AND DEALERSHIP REFUSE TO PROVIDE LOANER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10895344","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - RECALL ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY 2016, AND DEALERSHIP STILL UNABLE TO REMEDY PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-airbag-spontaneous-deployment","label":"Driver air bag spontaneous deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11352234","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED WHILE IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET GOING IN A FORWARD, STRAIGHT MOTION","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-airbag-warning-light-illuminated","label":"Air bag sensor warning light illuminated","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11326728","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG SENSOR WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER WAS NOT","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-awd-hydraulic-pump-failure","label":"All-wheel-drive hydraulic pump failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10474034","quote_1_text":"THE ALL WHEEL DRIVE HYDRAULIC PUMP WENT BAD AND THERE ARE NONE AVAILABLE TO FIX CAR. THE HALDEX ALL WHEEL DRIVE IS BEING USED ON VARIOUS OTHER MAKES AND I BELIEVE THAT THERE IS A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN OF THE SYSTEM. WHEN I CHECKED ON LINE THERE HAVE BEEN A NUMBER OF PEOPLE","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-engine-coolant-leak-mount-screws","label":"Engine coolant leak at transmission mount","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11151821","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SAAB 9-3. THE CONTACT DETECTED A STRONG ODOR OF COOLANT INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS LEAKING COOLANT AND SCREWS WERE MISSING THAT CONNECTED THE TRANSMISSION TO THE MOTOR. THE","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-front-brake-rotor-flaking","label":"Front brake rotor surface flaking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10783711","quote_1_text":"LARGE SECTIONS OF THE FRONT BRAKE ROTORS ARE FLAKING APART. THE ROTOR SURFACE IS REDUCED TO ABOUT HALF OF NORMAL AND NO LONGER PROVIDES SAFE STOPPING ABILITY. STOPPING DISTANCE IS SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED AND SAFETY IS SEVERELY COMPROMISED. VEHICLE MILEAGE AT TIME PF PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Driver seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11419150","quote_1_text":"driver side seat belt not retracting, there is a recall but does not include this vin number","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2011,"make":"Saab","make_slug":"saab","model":"9-3","model_slug":"9-3","cluster_id":"saab-9-3-2011-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10854974","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL GM/SAAB HAS NO PARTS TO DELIVER TO THE LOCAL SAAB DEALER TO REPLACE THE NECESSARY PARTS TO MAKE THE CAR SAFE TO DRIVE. GM CLAIMS THAT THE PROBLEM IS NOT A HIGH RISK IN NEW YORK","quote_2_odi":"10910891","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. SAAB VEHICLE HAS BEEN RECALLED FOR POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS AIRBAG, BUT MANUFACTURER IS OUT OF BUSINESS AND PREVIOUS PARENT COMPANY (GM) HAS NOT INDICATED ANY TIMEFRAME FOR FIXING THE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG. THIS CAR IS NOW GOING ON 5 YEARS WITH THIS DEFECTIVE AIRBAG IN","quote_3_odi":"10919701","quote_3_text":"HI ALL, WE RECEIVE A NOTICE SEVERAL MONTHS AGO REGARDING A RECALL TO THE AIRBAGS IN OUR CAR. AT THE TIME THEY SAID THERE WAS CURRENTLY NO REMEMDY. I JUST CHECKED SAFECAR.GOV TO CHECK IF THERE WERE ANY UPDATES AND IT SAYS \"RECALL INCOMPLETE. REMEDY NOT YET AVAILABLE \" WE ARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/saab/9-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saab"},{"year":2006,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Ion","model_slug":"ion","cluster_id":"saturn-ion-2006-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":1235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10991249","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2006 SATURN ION. WHILE THE CONTACT'S SON WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, HE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10781106","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10649105","quote_3_text":"MY AIR BAG LIGHT DINGS AND STAYS LITE REGULARLY WHEN DRIVING. I HAD AN ACCIDENT SEVERAL YEARS AGO AND AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/saturn/ion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2006,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Ion","model_slug":"ion","cluster_id":"saturn-ion-2006-door-latch-failure","label":"Door will not open from inside or outside","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":1235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10925526","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS DOOR WILL NOT OPEN. APPEARS THE LATCH IS BROKEN","quote_2_odi":"11015459","quote_2_text":"DOOR WOULD NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE, OR THE OUTSIDE. ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE FOR A PERSON WITH CHF AND KNEE ISSUES TO EXIT","quote_3_odi":"10641815","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR FAILED TO OPEN OR SHUT AND ALL THE POWER WINDOWS FAILED TO OPERATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/saturn/ion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2006,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Ion","model_slug":"ion","cluster_id":"saturn-ion-2006-fuel-tank-line-leak","label":"Fuel leak from fuel tank, lines, or pump","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":1235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10908757","quote_1_text":"FUEL LEAKING FROM THE TOP OF THE FUEL TANK","quote_2_odi":"11366637","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING INSPECTED BY INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, SHE WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD A FUEL LEAK AND NEEDED THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL TANK TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10643928","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THERE WAS A FUEL ODOR COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/saturn/ion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2006,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Ion","model_slug":"ion","cluster_id":"saturn-ion-2006-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key stuck, engine stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10659000","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED DAILY. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11341270","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS PARK, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THE VEHICLE NEEDED TO BE RESTARTED OR THE STEERING WHEEL NEEDED TO BE TURNED TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE","quote_3_odi":"11536214","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2006 Saturn Ion. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the key was stuck in the ignition switch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/saturn/ion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2006,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Ion","model_slug":"ion","cluster_id":"saturn-ion-2006-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss or seizure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10638024","quote_1_text":"LOST OF POWER STEERING. MESSAGE APPEARING POWER STEERING VON DASH BOARD. WHILE DRIVING LOST OF POWER STEERING AND NOT BEING ABLE TO DRIVE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11290183","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, THE POWER STEERING RETURNED TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"10730875","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SATURN ION. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE DRIVER EXPERIENCED A LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND AN UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/saturn/ion","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2008,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Sky","model_slug":"sky","cluster_id":"saturn-sky-2008-cold-start-brake-failure","label":"Loss of power brake assist on cold start","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2007-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10216634","quote_1_text":"NO BRAKES UPON STARTUP! RAN OVER MY DOG BECAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS DEFECT MADE IT TO MARKET. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10229397","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT ON COLD START. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10222500","quote_3_text":"BRAKES DO NOT WORK WHEN CAR IS FIRST STARTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/saturn/sky","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2008,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Sky","model_slug":"sky","cluster_id":"saturn-sky-2008-parking-brake-fails-to-hold","label":"Parking brake fails to hold vehicle stationary","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11010649","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY ON AN INCLINE, EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS SET. MY CAR ROLLED DOWN THE DRIVEWAY AND OFF AN EMBANKMENT. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS STILL UP WHEN IT STOPPED. THE CAR WAS A TOTAL LOSS","quote_2_odi":"10703434","quote_2_text":"THE 2008 SATURN SKY REDLINE FAILED THE HAWAII STATE SAFETY CHECK BECAUSE THE PARKING BRAKE DOES NOT FUNCTION. THE DEALER THAT DID THE SAFETY CHECK COULD NOT FIX THE PARKING BRAKE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/saturn/sky","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2008,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Sky","model_slug":"sky","cluster_id":"saturn-sky-2008-pps-airbag-sensor-failure","label":"Passenger presence sensor failure disabling passenger airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":94,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11055046","quote_1_text":"FAULTY PASSENGER SIDE SEAT SENSOR CAUSING AIRBAGS TO DISARM","quote_2_odi":"10864365","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SATURN SKY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"10905142","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2008 SATURN SKY WITH 42000 MILES AFTER STARTING THE CAR THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS TURNED OFF LIGHT WAS ON, AFTER HAVING IT LOOKED AT WAS TOLD IT HAD A BODY CODE B0081 DEFECTIVE PASSENGER SEAT PRESSURE SENSOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/saturn/sky","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2008,"make":"Saturn","make_slug":"saturn","model":"Sky","model_slug":"sky","cluster_id":"saturn-sky-2008-tpms-inoperative-after-battery","label":"TPMS becomes inoperative after battery replacement","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11372707","quote_1_text":"THE 2008 SATURN SKY HAS A SAFETY DEFECT WHEREBY THE TPMS (TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM) BECOMES INOPERATIVE DURING GENERAL MAINTENANCE","quote_2_odi":"11372822","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A CONTINUATION OF THE DESCRIPTION OF THE \"TPMS SYSTEM INOPERATIVE\" FOR THE SAME VIN. WHEN THE VEHICLE BATTERY IS REPLACED AS PART OF NORMAL MAINTENANCE THE TPMS SYSTEM FAILS TO WORK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/saturn/sky","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/saturn"},{"year":2013,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"FR-S","model_slug":"fr-s","cluster_id":"scion-fr-s-2013-clutch-failure","label":"Clutch pedal and clutch assembly failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11175040","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 6, 2019 I WAS PULLING UP TO A TRAFFIC LIGHT ON A CITY STREET AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH IN HEAVY TRAFFIC AND MY CLUTCH PEDAL STUCK TO THE FLOOR. THE ENGINE STALLED AND WOULD RESTART, BUT I COULD NOT MOVE THE CAR EITHER IN FORWARD OR REVERSE","quote_2_odi":"11208158","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED MY CLUTCH WOULD NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR SMOOTHLY ANYMORE AND I BABY MY CLUTCH ALL THE TIME. ONE DAY WHEN I WAS DRIVING HOME I SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING AND THEN MY CAR WOULD NOT GO EVEN THOUGH IT WAS IN GEAR. I MANAGED TO GET MY CAR TO DRIVE AGAIN AND IT WAS FINE","quote_3_odi":"10606043","quote_3_text":"CLUTCH BROKE IN HALF. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/scion/fr-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2013,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"FR-S","model_slug":"fr-s","cluster_id":"scion-fr-s-2013-electric-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11706415","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint to report a serious safety defect involving a complete loss of steering control in my vehicle, 2013 Scion FR-S. While driving and making a turn, the steering system failed entirely, leaving me unable to control the direction of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11075105","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING RANDOMLY SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING, HAS HAPPENED WHILE STATIONARY, WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS, WHILE TURNING, HAS HAPPENED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS UNDER NORMAL DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11013598","quote_3_text":"MY 2013 SCION FRS CURRENTLY HAVE 18K MILES AND RANDOMLY LOSING POWER TO STEERING WHEEL WHEN DRIVING. THIS HAS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES ALREADY AND TWO TO THOSE WAS ALMOST AN ACCIDENT. IT HAPPENED TWICE WHEN I WAS TURNING, ONCE WHEN I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT, AND ONCE WHEN I WAS IDLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/scion/fr-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2013,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"FR-S","model_slug":"fr-s","cluster_id":"scion-fr-s-2013-engine-failure-after-j02-recall","label":"Engine failure following J02 valve spring recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":97,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11742856","quote_1_text":"On approximately May 27, 2026 I delivered my 2013 Scion FR-S (approx. 105,000 miles) to an authorized Toyota dealer for Safety Recall J02 (NHTSA 18V-772, engine valve spring replacement). I picked it up on June 3, 2026","quote_2_odi":"11450284","quote_2_text":"After completing the valve spring recall I got my car back and not 200 miles later the engine started to have rod knock. The Toyota dealership told me that there was now metal in my oil pan and I would need a new engine","quote_3_odi":"11193172","quote_3_text":"I HAD THE J02 VALVE SPRING RECALL DONE AND 2 WEEKS AND ROUGHLY 80 MILES LATER MY ENGUNE DEVELOPED A KNOCKING NOISE AND STARTED LOSING POWER THE DEALERSHIP THAT PERFORMED THE RECALL DENIED RESPONSIBILITY EVEN AFTER FINDING FIPG SEALENT IN MY OIL PICKUP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/scion/fr-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2013,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"FR-S","model_slug":"fr-s","cluster_id":"scion-fr-s-2013-engine-rod-bearing-knock","label":"Engine rod bearing knock and stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11040731","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STARTED TO ROD KNOCK WHEN SERVICE TO THIS CAR IS ALWAYS ON TIME. LOOKING ON THE INTERNET THEIR IS A TON OF OTHER OWNER WITH THE SAME PROBLEM WITH VERY LOW MILES IN THERE CARS","quote_2_odi":"10926544","quote_2_text":"ROD BEARING FAILURE CAUSING SUDDEN SLOWDOWN. FAILURE WAS DUE TO FACTORY DEFECT OF HAVING TOO MUCH SEALANT IN BETWEEN INTERNAL ENGINE PARTS, CAUSING OIL STARVATION","quote_3_odi":"10788035","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SCION FR-S. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/scion/fr-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2013,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"FR-S","model_slug":"fr-s","cluster_id":"scion-fr-s-2013-fuel-pump-delivery-failure","label":"Fuel pump and fuel delivery failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11554980","quote_1_text":"The fuel pump stopped working. I was driving to work on a busy highway and without any warning my car started slowing down. There were no warning lights or any indication of a problem. I pressed the gas pedal and no response from the motor","quote_2_odi":"10616374","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP STARTED MAKING SIGNIFICANT AMOUNTS OF NOISE, WAS DEEMED DEFECTIVE BY TOYOTA AND REPLACED. 3000 MILES LATER, THE SAME NOISE IS BACK, AND NOW TOYOTA IS REFUSING TO REPAIR / REPLACE THE PART, EVEN THOUGH CAR HAS LESS THAN 12000 MILES ON IT, EVEN NOW","quote_3_odi":"11229085","quote_3_text":"GASOLINE OVERFLOWS WHEN FUELING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/scion/fr-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2016,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"iA","model_slug":"ia","cluster_id":"scion-ia-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11354181","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SCION IA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THEY CRASHED INTO A WILD HORSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11311928","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AND THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME SLAMMED ON HIS BRAKES AND I SLAMMED ON MINE AND THEN THE CAR BEHIND ME HIT ME AND I HIT THE CARIN FRONT OF ME. MY AIRBAGS DIDN'T DEPLOY WHEN HIT FROM BEHIND AND THEN I HIT CAR IN FRONT OF ME . MY CAR IS TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"11123000","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SCION IA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH. UPON ACCELERATING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK (T-BONED) BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE FRONT PASSENGER DOOR. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/scion/ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2016,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"iA","model_slug":"ia","cluster_id":"scion-ia-2016-brake-noise-cold-start","label":"Brake noise after cold start","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11139369","quote_1_text":"2016 SCION IA. BRAKES MAKE LOUD NOISE WHEN APPLIED AFTER COLD START OR LONG PERIOD OF TIME ENGINE IS OFF. NOISE DISAPPEARS AFTER 3-5 BRAKE ATTEMPTS AND BRIEFLY SHOWS UP AGAIN AFTERWARDS. THIS ISSUE HAS BEEN HAPPENING FOR THE LAST 6 MONTHS","quote_2_odi":"11102895","quote_2_text":"BRAKES MAKE LOUD NOISE WHEN APPLIED AFTER COLD START OR LONG PERIOD OF TIME ENGINE IS OFF. NOISE DISAPPEARS AFTER 2-3 BRAKE ATTEMPTS AND BRIEFLY SHOWS UP AGAIN AFTERWARDS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/scion/ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2016,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"iA","model_slug":"ia","cluster_id":"scion-ia-2016-engine-stall-warning-lights","label":"Engine stall and shake with warning lights","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11186554","quote_1_text":"SECOND TIME THIS HAPPENED...FIRST THEY SAID BATTERY...WHILE DRIVING, INDICATING WARNING LIGHTS ON DASH START BLINKING (ABS, CHECK ENGINE, TRACTION, AND OTHERS), THEN THE ENGINE GOES INTO LOW HEAR AND STAYS UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS TURNED OFF AND BACK ON","quote_2_odi":"11315714","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WILL INTERMITTENTLY SHUT ITSELF OFF IN THE ROAD FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND BATTERY LIGHT WILL DISPLAY ON THE DASH","quote_3_odi":"11001922","quote_3_text":"@ 9851 MILES, PICKED UP THE CAR FROM AN OIL CHANGE (IN NOV. 2016.) NOTICED A LIGHT SHAKING WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP AT STOP LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/scion/ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2016,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"iA","model_slug":"ia","cluster_id":"scion-ia-2016-transmission-grinding-reverse","label":"Transmission grinding and lurching in reverse or drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11082332","quote_1_text":"FOUR TIMES NOW( ON DIFFERENT OCCASIONS) AFTER SHIFTING THE CAR INTO REVERSE THE ENGINE MADE HORRIBLE GRINDING SOUNDS AND THE CAR BEGAN TO LURCH VIOLENTLY AS I ATTEPMPTED TO BACK UP. IT EVENTUALLY STALLED OUT COMPLETELY","quote_2_odi":"11256685","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SCION IA. ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE TRANSMISSION ERRONEOUSLY DOWNSHIFTED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY DECELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11290769","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION WHINE AFTER USED CAR PURCHASE WITH 91K MILES. TOOK IT TO TOYOTA OF GREENVILLE FOR DIAGNOSTIC. NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION. TOOK THE CAR BACK TO RALPH HAYES TOYOTA OF ANDERSON WHEW I PURCHASED AND THEY REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/scion/ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2016,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"iA","model_slug":"ia","cluster_id":"scion-ia-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11139656","quote_1_text":"I WAS ABOUT TO PARK AT A BURGER KING STORE AT DELANO CALIFORNIA 93215 AND SLOWING DOWN WHEN MY SCION IA SPEED UP MORE AND KEPT ON RUNNING WHILE MY FOOT IS ALREADY ON THE BRAKE. SO I ACCIDENTALLY HIT THE STORE","quote_2_odi":"11012571","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 SCION IA. WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE WHILE STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/scion/ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2011-airbag-deployment-issues","label":"Airbag deployment malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10425093","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING WEST ON HIGHWAY 160 TOWARD MY HOME, WHEN A BUCK (DEER), RAN OUT INTO THE ROAD. I SWERVED TO MISS IT AND THEN HIT A TREE HEAD ON. I HIT THE BRAKES AT AROUND 45 MILES PER HOUR. THE CAR COLLIDED INTO THE TREE HEAD ON. THE FORCE FROM THE CRASH MADE ME HIT MY HEAD","quote_2_odi":"11034397","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SCION TC. AFTER THE DRIVER AND A FRONT PASSENGER EXITED THE VEHICLE AND CLOSED BOTH DOORS, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH FORCE. A WHITE SUBSTANCE EMITTED INTO THE INTERIOR AND THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE DUE TO THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2011-brake-recall-pedal-feel","label":"Brake line recall and pedal feel","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11322269","quote_1_text":"I JUST RECENTLY BOUGHT 2011 SCION TC ABOUT 3 MONTHS AGO. EVERYTHING WAS GOING GREAT AND RUNNING SMOOTH, THEN I HAD TO START PUSHING THE BRAKE TO THE FLOOR, AS IF IT WASNT WORKING. THEN ONE DAY I WAS DRIVING AND I WAS TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT AND AS DOING SO I HIT THE BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"11170235","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN BRAKING IN LOW SPEED YOU HEAR A LOUD SOUND OF THE BREAK PADS AND THE ROTORS HITTING EACH OTHER","quote_3_odi":"11502920","quote_3_text":"Why did the dealer tell me this recall is not associated with my vin when I keep getting recall UNADDREESSED notices for my vehicle? This is a safety reason and a complete disconnect between dealerships and Toyota manufacture. I need this addressed immediately!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2011-single-reverse-light","label":"Single operable reverse light","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10430082","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HAD ONLY ONE OPERABLE REVERSE LIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 600 AND THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN","quote_2_odi":"10430209","quote_2_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPACE WHEN ANOTHER VEHICLE NEARLY RAN INTO MY REAR PASSENGER SIDE. THERE IS ONLY ONE REVERSE LAMP AND IT IS ON THE DRIVER SIDE OF THE CAR. PEOPLE APPROACHING THE CAR FROM THE PASSENGER SIDE CANNOT SEE THIS LAMP; THEREFORE THEY DON'T KNOW THE","quote_3_odi":"10445905","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2011 SCION TC AND SHORTLY AFTER MY PURCHASE NOTICED ONLY ONE REVERSE LIGHT WORKS. I FOUND OUT THAT THIS WAS HOW SCION MANUFACTURED ALL THEIR 2011 SCION TC'S. THE THING THAT REALLY THROWS ME OFF IS THAT IT HAS THE AESTHETIC APPEARANCE OF TWO REVERSE LIGHTS BUT ONLY ONE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2011-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-12 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10440036","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, HE HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND NOTICED THAT THE SUNROOF SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, BUT THEY WERE UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED UNDER","quote_2_odi":"10607669","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 88,888","quote_3_odi":"10816999","quote_3_text":"**SUNROOF SHATTERED** AROUND 7:00 AM ON A MONDAY (12/28) I GO OUTSIDE TO WARM UP MY CAR AN NOTICE THAT THE SUNROOF IS SHATTERED! IT IS SHATTERED IN A WAY THAT APPEARS IT WAS FROM THE INSIDE GOING OUTWARD. THE OUTSIDE EDGES OF THE GLASS NEAR THE WEATHER STRIPPING IS PULLED AWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2011-transmission-clutch-malfunction","label":"Transmission and clutch malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10465163","quote_1_text":"MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH TRANSMISSION. INCLUDING SUDDEN ACCELERATION IN REVERSE, ROLLING BACKWARDS AT STOP LIGHTS/SIGNS, BUCKING/SURGING AT LOW SPEED, GEAR SLIPPAGE, EXCESSIVE & UNPREDICTABLE ENGINE BRAKING, HESITATION TO SHIFT, HESITATION & ROUGH SHIFTING UPON RE-ACCELERATION, &","quote_2_odi":"10496806","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD MY STABILITY CONTROL LIGHT WAS ON CONSTANT ALONG WITH MY ABS LIGHT. MY ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION HASN'T BEEN DOING RIGHT LIKE IT SHOULD BE DOING. ITS LIKE THE TRANSMISSION IS SLIPPING OR MY ENGINE IS MISSING. THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE TO ME. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11143012","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS TURNED ON AND THE CLUTCH IS RELEASED A VERY LOUD NOISE IS HEARD FROM THE UNDERCARRIAGE. WHEN CLUTCH IS ENGAGED THE NOISE GOES AWAY. CAR HAS 90K THE CLUTCH HAS BEEN REPLACED ALONG WITH THROW OFF CLUTCH BEARING, BUT MECHANIC STATED THAT THE PROBLEM IS INSIDE THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-ac-condensation-water-leak","label":"AC condensation water leak into cabin","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11473661","quote_1_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS THE HOUSING AROUND THE AIR CONDITIONER FILLS WITH WATER FROM CONDENSATION, THE DRAINAGE TUBE IS NARROW AND CLOGS, WHICH CAUSES THE WATER TO DRIP OUT OF THE HOUSING AND INTO THE PASSENGER SIDE INTERIOR WHERE IT SWAMPS THE CARPETING FROM FRONT TO BACK","quote_2_odi":"10787250","quote_2_text":"WATER DRIPS INTO PASSENGER FLOOR SPACE. BROUGHT IN FOR REPAIR THREE TIMES SINCE 9-07-2014 AND OWNED THE VEHICLE SINCE 8-34-2014. SCION/TOYATA IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND STATED THAT IT IS BECAUSE OF SPIDERS BUILDING A NEST IN THE CONDENSER HOSE OF THE A/C UNIT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-brake-failure-recall","label":"Brake failure linked to NHTSA recall 18E091","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11413369","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18E091000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC). THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING AT 20 MPH, WHEN HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL BUT IT FAILED TO RESPOND, WHICH RESULTED IN HIM REAR-ENDING THE VEHICLE IN FRONT","quote_2_odi":"11220502","quote_2_text":"MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBERJ0U NHTSA RECALL NUMBER18E091 I'VE BEEN WARNED ABOUT THIS RECALL FOR MY VEHICLES BRAKES, AND I NOTICED A LITTLE BEFORE I RECEIVED THIS WARNING THAT MY BRAKES ARE MAKING A STRANGE NOISE WHEN I BACK OUT OF MY GARAGE THAT SEEMS TO BE COMING FROM THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"11131006","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO MOVE FORWARD. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT STRUCK THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-electrical-wiring-door-lock-failure","label":"Door lock actuator and wiring harness electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11120963","quote_1_text":"AFTER HAVING THE VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 6 MONTHS, FIRST, THE PASSENGER DOOR BEGAN TO INTERMITTENTLY RESPOND TO LOCKING/UNLOCKING COMMANDS. NEITHER THE KEY FOB NOR THE SWITCH IN THE VEHICLE WOULD WORK, AND EVENTUALLY THE DOOR LOCK HAD TO BE MANUALLY OPERATED","quote_2_odi":"11052566","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE \"MAINTENANCE REQUIRED\" AND ENGINE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA MOMENTUM IN FAIRFIELD, CALIFORNIA WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT RODENTS HAD DESTROYED THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-sunroof-moonroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof or moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11208450","quote_1_text":"I HAD AN INCIDENT OF SPONTANEOUS GLASS BREAKAGE OF THE MOONROOF ON MY 2014 SCION TC. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. I WAS IN A PARKED IN A PARKING LOT WITH THE IGNITION OFF. I HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION SOUND SIMILAR TO THE SOUND OF A GUN SHOT","quote_2_odi":"11123809","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY, I HAD MY FRONT SUNROOF OPEN. WHICH I MOST DO, BUT ALL OF SUDDEN MY REAR SUNROOF SHATTER. GLASS WENT EVERY IN THE FRONT SEATS","quote_3_odi":"10714206","quote_3_text":"WE WERE SITTING IN A PARKING LOT A HEARD AN EXPLOSION AND IT TURNED OUT THE BE THE GLASS ROOF ON THE CAR. THEY ARE FAULTY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-tire-wear-blowout","label":"Premature tire wear and sidewall blowout","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10956232","quote_1_text":"HAVE YOU HAD ANY COMPLAINTS ON THE N5000 PLUS TIRES? WE BOUGHT A SET FOR MY 2014 SCION TC EARLY LAST YEAR AND AT ABOUT 18,000 MILES ONE OF THE TIRES BLEW THE SIDEWALL OUT. AROUND FEB 10, 2017, THE OTHER TIRE DID THE SAME THING","quote_2_odi":"10824791","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 SCION TC HAS A LITTLE OVER 19,000 MILES AND I NEED TIRES ALREADY. AT 15,000 THEY WERE ALREADY WEARING DOWN. THIS IS NOT NORMAL FOR A SET OF TIRES. I HOPE THEY MAKE THE MANUFACTURE PULL THEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2014,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2014-wheel-suspension-loss-of-control","label":"Wheel and suspension failure with loss of control","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11690231","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is not available for inspection upon request due to the vehicle being in an accident. As a result from the accident, the vehicle was a complete loss and beyond the point of repair","quote_2_odi":"11316636","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON HIGHWAY 522 GOING 60MPH AT 11:30PM. THE HIGHWAY WAS SMOOTH AND HAD NO BUMPS THEN RANDOMLY THE WHEEL ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE BROKE OFF THE CAR AND WENT FLYING. POLICE OFFICERS AND STATE TROOPERS LOOKED FOR THE WHEEL AND THEY COULDN'T FIND IT","quote_3_odi":"11162878","quote_3_text":"WAS COMMUTING BACK TO WORK FROM LUNCH BREAK WHEN OUT OF NOWHERE I LOST CONTROL OF STEERING AND BRAKING OF MY VEHICLE CRASHING INTO A STONE WALL BEFORE I COULD PULL MY EMERGENCY BREAK AFTER THE VEHICLE COULD NOT SLOW DOWN ON A CITY STREET IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2015,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11746288","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Scion TC. The contact stated that the air bag warning light remained continuously illuminated while operating the vehicle. The contact stated that when the air bag warning light was illuminated, the horn was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11386439","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY ON MONDAY DEC 28 HEADING TO WORK IT WAS RAINING HARD AND WAS DRIVING AT THE SAME SPEED AS EVERYONE ELSE IN THE FREEWAY OUT OF NOWHERE MY STEERING TOOK OVER CONTROL AND I SPINNED AROUND HITTING THE CARPOOL LANE DIVIDER AND WAS TOSSED TO THE 4TH LANE","quote_3_odi":"10899537","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2015,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11408420","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED AND SEATED IN THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL SOUND LIKE A SHATTERED GLASS. THE CONTACT EXITED THE VEHICLE AND BECAME AWARE THAT THE CENTER SUN ROOF GLASS HAD SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"10936210","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 73 MPH ON A HIGHWAY (I-25) PASSING ANOTHER CAR WHEN I HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THEN THE CRACKLING SOUND OF GLASS RUNNING DOWN THE BACK OF THE CAR. I PULLED OVER AND THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE MOON ROOF","quote_3_odi":"11244890","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SCION TC. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF BECAME STUCK IN THE OPEN POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2015,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"tC","model_slug":"tc","cluster_id":"scion-tc-2015-transmission-harsh-downshift","label":"Transmission harsh downshift and rough shift quality","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11524604","quote_1_text":"Whining noise is heard when the clutch petal is released. Noise is coming from the input shaft bearing. Common failure on this model. Mechanic confirmed that is the issue","quote_2_odi":"11399229","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION JERKS WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO A STOP, 50/50, IT SEEMS TO BE DOING A HARD DOWNSHIFT 2-1 BEFORE THE STOP. IT'S SCARY AND FEELS LIKE YOU GOT REAR ENDED. THERE IS ALSO A CLICK NOISE WHEN THE DOWNSHIFT HAPPENS","quote_3_odi":"11330547","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SCION TC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THERE WAS A DELAY IN VEHICLE RESPONSE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE VEHICLE DOWNSHIFTED INTERMITTENTLY WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/scion/tc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2011-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11558834","quote_1_text":"I purchased my 2011Scion XB 09/08/2010 and in the last 12 months, my scion XB has been burning oil extremely fast. I have to add oil to the vehicle approximately every 4-5 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11196579","quote_2_text":"I AM LOSIBG ATLEAAT 2 QTS OR MORE OF OIL EVERY 2 WEEKS. THIS IS CAUSING ALOT OF ISSUES RUNNING WISE. MY CAT CONVERTER WENT OUT DUE TO THIS AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10917461","quote_3_text":"LOW OIL PRESSURE AND ENGINE SHAKING WHILE STATIONARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2011-service-brake-failure-crash","label":"Service brake failure resulting in crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11164247","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 SCION XB. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT SUFFERED A MINOR EAR INJURY THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"10384628","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING IN A STRAIGHT LINE OF LEFT LANE ON THE PARKWAY AT 50 MPH, I LIGHTLY APPLIED THE BRAKES AND THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY BEGAN TO SWAY UNCONTROLLABLY LEFT AND RIGHT. THE BRAKES WERE LOCKED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO HEAD OFF THE ROAD AND ONTO THE GRASS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2011-structural-frame-latch-defects","label":"Structural frame weld and rear hatch latch defects","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11302793","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE REAR HATCH LATCH. FREQUENTLY SHOWS TO BE UNLATCHED DESPITE BEING LATCHED. CAN'T TELL IF A DOOR IS UNLATCHED SINCE IT IS ONE INDICATOR FOR ALL DOORS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. HAPPENS MOST FREQUENTLY WHEN HOT OR IF THE SUN SHINES ON REAR OF CAR","quote_2_odi":"10405453","quote_2_text":"MY 2011 SCION XB HAS A CRACKED OR BROKEN WELD/FRAME/BODY IN THE DRIVER'S SIDE REAR DOOR AREA. THIS HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED AND REPORTED TO SCION. AS OF YET THEY ARE UNABLE TO MAKE EFFECTIVE REPAIR TO THE PROBLEM AREA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2011,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11015242","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SCION XB. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10956967","quote_2_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED IN JUNE OF 2016 THAT MY PASSENGER AIRBAG IS RECALLED. SINCE THEN I HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO HAVE ANY PASSENGERS RIDE IN THAT SEAT IN MY CAR. THIS IS VERY INCONVENIENT BECAUSE I CAN NOT FIT MY FAMILY IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11021159","quote_3_text":"NO AIR BAG REPLACEMENTS AVAILABLE SINCE RECALL NOTICE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2012,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2012-brake-recall-crash","label":"Brake failure recall linked to intersection crashes","component_code":"STRUCTURE, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11205231","quote_1_text":"RECALL ID 287614-MY VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON 1/10/2019 FOR FAILURE TO STOP DUE TO BRAKES. MY CAR RAN A RED LIGHT AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE INTERSECTION. BOTH CARS WERE TOTALED AND REMOVED FROM THE SCENE BY A TOW TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"11205252","quote_2_text":"RECALL 287614- MY CALL WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON 1/10/2019. MY CAR RAN A RED LIGHT DUE TO FAILURE OF BRAKES AND STRUCK ANOTHER VEHICLE. BOTH CARS WERE TOTALED","quote_3_odi":"11205215","quote_3_text":"RECALL ID287614 NHTSA CAMPAIGN #18E091000 MY VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT ON JAN 10TH, DUE TO FAILURE OF BRAKES. MY CAR RAN A RED LIGHT AND HIT ANOTHER CAR. MY CAR HAS BEEN TOTALED IN THIS ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2012,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2012-engine-bay-fire","label":"Smoke and fire originating in engine compartment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10978548","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SCION XB. AFTER STARTING THE ENGINE, SMOKE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE DASHBOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS EXAMINED BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED DUE TO A FAULTY COMPUTER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_2_odi":"10885190","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKING SMOKE OR STEAM STARTED COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND ME THINKING THE CAR WAS OVER HEATING PULLED THE HOOD RELEASE AND BEFORE I COULD OPEN THE HOOD FLAMES SHOOT FROM THE RIGHT FENDER. I RUN INTO HOME DEPOT AND YELL TO CALL THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AND ASK IF ANYONE HAS","quote_3_odi":"10788538","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SCION XB. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS TIGHT, AND SMOKE EMITTED FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXIT THE VEHICLE WITHOUT INJURY. THE VEHICLE ERUPTED INTO FLAMES AND THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2012,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2012-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11555375","quote_1_text":"I have to add oil every 500 to 800 miles no visible smoke from engine or exhaust when cold or hot. ???? HELP","quote_2_odi":"11463548","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Scion XB. The contact stated that the vehicle was exhibiting excessive engine oil consumption. The contact stated that the oil pressure warning light would illuminate approximately 1,000 miles prior to the next scheduled oil change","quote_3_odi":"11342793","quote_3_text":"NOTICED THE OIL PRESSURE LIGHT CAME ON WHEN I TURNED A CORNER. IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO DEALER, WHERE I HAVE ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE DONE (EXCEPT ONCE). CAR WAS FOUND TO HAVE NO OIL IN IT BEFORE SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2012,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11044448","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL-I HAVE RECEIVED SEVERAL RECALL NOTICES AND HAVE BEEN TO THE LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. SO FAR THERE HAS BEEN NO ACTION TAKEN BY THE DEALER TO REPAIR MY VEHICLE. I HAVE REQUESTED A RENTAL CAR UNTIL MY VEHICLE IS SAFELY REPAIRED, BUT THE DEALER TELLS ME THAT","quote_2_odi":"11020250","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL THERE'S BEEN A RECALL SINCE JANUARY AND WE ARE IN THE END OF AUGUST SO WOULD LIKE TO GET MY CAR FIXED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10994073","quote_3_text":"TAMARA INFLATES WHAT IS A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO EXPECT A REMEDY FOR THIS RECALL. AM I SUPPOSED TO RIDE AROUND INDEFINITELY WITHOUT ALLOWING ANYONE TO SIT IN MY PASSENGER SEAT? OR BE AFRAID THAT IF I GET INTO AN ACCIDENT MY PASSENGER AIRBAG MAY KILL ME. WHEN SIS THIS GOING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2012,"make":"Scion","make_slug":"scion","model":"xB","model_slug":"xb","cluster_id":"scion-xb-2012-white-paint-peeling","label":"White paint peeling from roof and body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11538522","quote_1_text":"White paint is peeling exposing many of the car panels which are starting to rust (structural damage)","quote_2_odi":"11191194","quote_2_text":"WHITE PAINT. THE PAINT STARTING FLAKING OFF IN LARGE SHEETS ON IT'S OWN, NO CONNECTION TO VEHICLE DAMAGE, WEATHER, ETC. PAINT IS NOW GONE FROM MY ENTIRE ROOF, HALF THE HOOD, MULTIPLE OTHER PLACES. CONTINUES CHIPPING AND FLAKING, CAR IS ONLY 8 YEARS OLD AND THIS IS AN OBVIOUS","quote_3_odi":"11163044","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF FROM ENTIRE ROOF AND OTHER PARTS OF THE CAR. IT STARTED WITH JUST A FEW SMALL SPOTS AND THEN QUICKLY PROGRESSED TO LARGE SHEETS OF PAINT FALLING OFF. I CONTACTED LOCAL BODY SHOP AND I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS UNUSUAL PAINT PROBLEM AND, THEY SUGGESTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/scion/xb","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/scion"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Parasitic battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11488735","quote_1_text":"Battery drains fully from unknown reason. This has happened at least 3 times since purchasing the vehicle, brand new, in 2019. I have had to call roadside assistance within the first year and have purchased a 2 other new batteries","quote_2_odi":"11537790","quote_2_text":"Rear lift gate drains battery to the point where the vehicle won't start. The tailgate will beep three times, but will not open. Within 24 hours, the battery is insufficient to start it. You have to do a manual override to open the lift gate","quote_3_odi":"11419888","quote_3_text":"On numerous occasions (probably 12-18 times) over the last 18 months our new Ascent will not start because of a dead battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-cvt-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall 21V955000 repair parts unavailability","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11473386","quote_1_text":"It has been since February and they still do not have a fix for recall 21V-955 I have called the dealership several times without a solution","quote_2_odi":"11467147","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power train) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_3_odi":"11463599","quote_3_text":"This safety recall is open since November 2021 and the manufacturer still has not initiated repairs , how long are consumer supposed to drive their vehicles with this serious safety issue risking safety ?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-cvt-slip-power-loss","label":"CVT slipping and loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11750736","quote_1_text":"At a stop sign I pulled out before oncoming traffic with what should have been plenty of time, but transmission failed. It seemed to have had chain slip; completely stopping the car when I was in oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11702574","quote_2_text":"When entering the expressway, you will press the accelerator, and the engine will rev and the vehicle will not accelerate at all. Then you let off the accelerator, let the engine RPM drop back down to idle, and press again and it will accelerate","quote_3_odi":"11754594","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was towed back to Sewell Subaru this past Saturday and I was notified today that the CVT belt snapped and it caused a hold in the transmission case, which caused the fluid to leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-front-strut-noise","label":"Front strut and suspension noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11608636","quote_1_text":"There is a knocking or clunking noise at low speeds during and after turning in the front driver's side of the vehicle. Car has 17,500 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11583493","quote_2_text":"The front suspension is making a clanking noise. Inspection of the front strut towers tops shows an interior separation of the rubber in the Strut bearing at 63k miles","quote_3_odi":"11626570","quote_3_text":"We observed Subaru Ascent 2019 (Limited) car handling poorly over bumpy areas, especially over bumps on turns even at speeds under 40 mph. Car feels as if it is loosing contact with the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-startup-exhaust-smoke","label":"Smoke from exhaust at startup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11425761","quote_1_text":"Huge plumes of smoke on startup. Complained to the service department on multiple occasions and even left the car with the dealer service department. They said they could not duplicate my complaint","quote_2_odi":"11645828","quote_2_text":"My vehicle smokes when starting it. A lot of white smoke that can fill a parking lot. The smoke has a strong chemical smell","quote_3_odi":"11480214","quote_3_text":"When starting it blows blue smoke out of tail pipes that lingers in the air","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":437,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11533546","quote_1_text":"Windshield broke for no reason. Crack not associated with any damage or weather incident","quote_2_odi":"11449995","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, she heard a cracking sound coming from the windshield and saw a minor crack on the driver's side of the windshield. The contact drove the vehicle to her residence and parked it","quote_3_odi":"11472419","quote_3_text":"I am currently replacing my 3rd front windshield in 11 months on my 2019 Subaru Ascent (First 8.19.21, Second: 4.15.22; Third was replaced 7.5.22) from a simple rock chip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-battery-drain","label":"12V battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11439867","quote_1_text":"Several times my 2020 Subaru Ascent has failed to start and required a jump. I have taken my vehicle into the Subaru dealers 3 times for this problem. Every time they tell me something was left on that drained the battery when the vehicle was turned off","quote_2_odi":"11444224","quote_2_text":"The care continues to drain power resulting in dead battery. We have had continuous issues since purchasing the vehicle. The Dealer even installed a higher quality battery and due to Subaru admitting tot the problem","quote_3_odi":"11425137","quote_3_text":"Leaving my lift gate open for even a short amount of time drains the battery. Even after charging the battery manually my battery went completely dead after one year and three months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor warp and pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11519244","quote_1_text":"The braking system on the vehicle does not operate as expected on the vehicle. As a result a vehicle that only has 40k miles on a daily driver, is on its 3 set of rotors, 2nd set of brake pads( i declined having them changed at the 40k service) and 2nd set of tires","quote_2_odi":"11497538","quote_2_text":"At around 18,000 miles when applying the brakes, the vehicle would shake and vibrate. By 20,000 miles the vibration was excessive affecting the ability to steer straight when braking. The dealer told me that they were aware of the issue with this year/model","quote_3_odi":"11429416","quote_3_text":"16000 miles. Front brakes vibrate hard when you press the brake. The whole front of the car vibrates it feels the same when the ABS system vibrates. Really scary sound and vibration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-cvt-hesitation","label":"CVT slipping and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753615","quote_1_text":"The Transmission is slipping on my 2020 Ascent. I had the recall wrk-21 performed in July of 2025. Over the last 6 months the car has been hesitant to go at low speeds and shakes at high speeds. Over the last month the transmission started to slip while accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11708448","quote_2_text":"The CVT transmission has failed and been replaced three times despite proper maintenance. Subaru has replaced the transmission multiple times under warranty, but the failure continues to recur","quote_3_odi":"11619784","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled. No warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V955000 (Power Train)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-front-strut-failure","label":"Front strut noise and premature replacement","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751605","quote_1_text":"My strut bearings have been replaced several times in the drivers sides, my shock and strut has been replaced twice on the drivers side and now the passenger side is doing the same thing","quote_2_odi":"11535024","quote_2_text":"Both front struts have failed within 55000 miles, the passenger one had a failure at 43,000 miles and the driver side has failed at 54000 miles. The dealership stated that the struts had \"corrosion\" and were not damaged","quote_3_odi":"11666835","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Ascent. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal rumbling sound coming from the undercarriage while driving over bumps in the roadway. No warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-trans-fluid-harness","label":"Transmission fluid migration into wiring harness","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738197","quote_1_text":"The pressure sensor coming out of the transmission has failed, and it's pushed transmission fluid throughout the engine harness, transmission harness, the bull harness in the dash and the 02 sensors. All of those have been damaged","quote_2_odi":"11714081","quote_2_text":"Although the NHTSA form does not include a transmission category, this complaint concerns a critical transmission-related defect in my 2020 Subaru Ascent, which caused oil migration into the wiring harness and contamination of the Engine Control Module (ECM)","quote_3_odi":"11658449","quote_3_text":"My 2020 Subaru Ascent experienced a sudden failure of critical safety systems due to CVT fluid leaking through the transmission pressure switch into multiple electrical components. This fluid leak damaged several wire harnesses and the Engine Control Module (ECM)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"subaru-ascent-2020-windshield-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":318,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11500139","quote_1_text":"On Tuesday, January 3, I had a THIRD chip in my windshield. This just happened yesterday, so I have not had it evaluated yet. HOWEVER, this will be the THIRD chip that I will have to have repaired in the three short years I've owned this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11490861","quote_2_text":"We've had this car for a little over 2 years and have had 3 cracked windshields, seems like anything that hits it causes a crack. I've been driving for over 45 years and multiple cars and have had cracked windshields 2 or 3 times. This doesn't make any sense","quote_3_odi":"11406880","quote_3_text":"18 INCH CRACK IN WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE, HAPPENED SPONTANEOUSLY, NOTHING STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD AT ANY TIME.. JUST NOTICED IT TODAY 4/7/21 AT 0930","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11610464","quote_1_text":"Battery draining. Bought car from dealership preowned with 25k miles. Owned it for 3 weeks and so far -Battery dead, jumped it, good for a day then dead again. -took back to dealership, said bad battery, replaced it, good for a week and a half then dead again -scheduling to go…","quote_2_odi":"11572635","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a parasitic battery draw. I purchased a new gel cell (Redtop) battery, the most powerful one that fits the car, and was reimbursed by Subaru. The car battery still goes totally dead after about one week, even with occasional driving.","quote_3_odi":"11395288","quote_3_text":"AT 1667 MILES ON MY BRAND NEW SUBARU ASCENT THE BATTERY WAS COMPLETELY DRAINED WHILE MY WIFE WAS OUT SHOPPING. THE BATTERY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. NO CHARGE TO ME, HOWEVER AT 1667 MILES THAT IS AN ISSUE. THERE IS A DEAD SUBARU ASCENT BATTERY CLUB THAT N FACEBOOK DEDICATED TO THIS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-cvt-slip-failure","label":"CVT transmission slipping and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11731955","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a 2021 Subaru Ascent that I purchased new from Herb Gordon Subaru in Maryland. The incident occurred while driving on I-95 at approximately 75 mph with my family, including children, in the vehicle. The vehicle experienced a sudden and…","quote_2_odi":"11730964","quote_2_text":"I had catastrophic transmission failure. The car was completely inoperable. Thankfully this only happened in a parking lot. If this were yo happen while merging into traffic it could have been very dangerous. This was the second cvt in this vehicle. The 1st transmission was…","quote_3_odi":"11672030","quote_3_text":"On Friday, June 13, 2025, while (thankfully) in my driveway, the transmission broke on my 2021 Subaru Ascent in my driveway. I simply started my car, put it in reverse, and my car jerked and stopped. NO prior warning. I was on a slight slope.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-front-brake-wear","label":"Front brake rotor and pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11616364","quote_1_text":"Brakes shudder and fade when slowing down from highway speeds. Subaru has issued many \"fixes\" but it keeps happening. See most recent \"Ascent Front Brake Warranty Extension Coverage\" it still has not fixed the problem!","quote_2_odi":"11588273","quote_2_text":"Started having problems with the brand new car shaking and brakes making grinding noises when stopping around 20K miles. Brought the car to the dealership and they ended up replacing the brake pads and rotors. It’s been just over a year and less than 15K miles since…","quote_3_odi":"11483829","quote_3_text":"Car purchased in August 2021. Front brake rotors and pads were replaced around 7,600 miles and May 2022. They could not \"cut\" the rotors as they were pitted beyond being able to be cut. At 10,764 miles (August 8, 2022), the front rotors and pads were replaced again.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-lane-centering-overcorrect","label":"Lane centering assist over-correction into adjacent lane","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11440851","quote_1_text":"The car constantly over-corrects when it tries to keep me centered in a lane on the highway. It always over-corrects to the left shoving me to the left into the adjoining lane, and potentially side swiping vehicles in the adjoining lane. It never over-corrects to the right.","quote_2_odi":"11438442","quote_2_text":"The lane keeping assist pull abruptly into the other traffic lane when traveling on the highway for example when on a 4 lane road with two lane in the same direcstion and passing a semi truck the steering assist abruptly pulls the car into the truck's lane and requires immediate…","quote_3_odi":"11403640","quote_3_text":"THE 2021 ASCENT HAS LANE CENTERING ASSIST WITH VERY STRICT MARGINS. IT IS A CONSTANT TUG OF WAR WITH THE VEHICLE WHEN LANE CENTERING IS ACTIVE. WHEN YOU LET THE CAR TAKE OVER, IT VIOLENTLY JERKS YOU INTO THE NEXT LANE.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2021-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11421951","quote_1_text":"On our first road trip in our new Ascent the windshield cracked. It rapidly spread about 18 inches. We heard no impact, saw no rock - just an ever spreading crack. We called a local Subaru dealer in Lexington, Kentucky who assured us the car was safe to drive home to Savannah.","quote_2_odi":"11523043","quote_2_text":"Windshield started cracking and crack doubled in size within a few hours, we did not hear a rock chip the window and don't know where the crack came from. Car is available for inspection. This is a safety issue as it can impede the drivers clear view of the road.","quote_3_odi":"11414989","quote_3_text":"CRACK APPEARED SPIDERED ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD JUST WITHIN THE 60 MINUTES OF US LEAVING OUR CAR IN MAMMOTH CAVE STATE PARK INFORMATION CENTER PARKING LOT ON SATURDAY. SUCH A TINY CRACK SPIDERING LIKE THAT IS CONCERNING TO ME ESPECIALLY COMING FROM A 2015 SUBARU LEGACY THAT HAD…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment during front-end collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635099","quote_1_text":"I was in a front end collision with a deer. Upon impact there was heavy damage to my front end and smoke coming from my engine bay. Within minutes a fire started and only a couple minutes later the entire car was engulfed.  No airbags deployed during the accident","quote_2_odi":"11645950","quote_2_text":"I hit a car that went through a red light. Despite hitting him squarely, and my front end bending, the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-brake-rotor-warp-squeal","label":"Brake rotor warping, vibration, and squealing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11513611","quote_1_text":"Within ~3,000 miles the brakes started to shake the car. I took it into the dealer at ~6,000 miles for it's regular maintenance and they had to 'turn the rotors' to smooth them out. The technician said that \"All the Ascents are having similar brake issues\"","quote_2_odi":"11538520","quote_2_text":"The brakes have felt under-designed since purchase and began to chatter when applied shortly after purchase.  This progressed to the point where the shaking was felt at every braking and we had several passengers ask \"what is wrong with your brakes\"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-cvt-transmission-slip-shudder","label":"CVT transmission slipping, shuddering, and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578417","quote_1_text":"At around 23,000 miles it starting lurching forward while idling,  jerking and hesitating when trying to accelerate, or not accelerating at all.  It was so bad that at one point, I pulled out to pass and almost got rear ended by a semi because it simply wouldn't engage and…","quote_2_odi":"11646879","quote_2_text":"Transmission slipping when vehicle is cold in the morning, got into a busy street and car wouldnt move due to transmission slipping and almost got into a collision due to transmission slipping and car not moving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-exhaust-oil-engine-leak","label":"Exhaust pipe cracking and engine oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746584","quote_1_text":"The front exhaust pipe on my 2022 Subaru Ascent cracked at approximately 77,800 miles. The component is available for inspection. Prior to diagnosis, I noticed a rattle/fluttering noise coming from the undercarriage during acceleration. The problem was confirmed by an authorized…","quote_2_odi":"11659057","quote_2_text":"camshaft carrier oil leakage need to be reseal. there was oil leakage at 36,000 miles and dealer fixed it under warranty. now at 80,000 it is doing it again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-eyesight-adas-malfunction","label":"EyeSight camera and ADAS feature malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11533259","quote_1_text":"When the gas cap is loose, the car's computer disables several safety features, including collision avoidance, lane control, cruise control, reverse-automatic-braking control, all occur suddenly, while driving, after the computer processes the fault","quote_2_odi":"11728873","quote_2_text":"My eyesight camera keeps failing, it just started like a week ago I had it scanned and it is saying there is an error with the eyesight camera, I have not had an issue with it until now","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-water-intrusion-moonroof-drain","label":"Water intrusion via moonroof drain and door vapor barrier","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725797","quote_1_text":"After rain had significant fluid accumulation in the front passenger ceiling, inside front passenger door (sloshing), and wet carpets on the floor on the passenger side. Serviced by Subaru dealer water specialist who reported (1) clogged moonroof drains and \"popped off…","quote_2_odi":"11672190","quote_2_text":"The front panel of the moonroof cracked from the inside without any impact or clear cause. I brought the vehicle to my local Subaru dealer, Troncalli, for inspection, but they were unable to determine why it happened","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2022-windshield-cracking-chipping","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563177","quote_1_text":"I own 4 Subarus I’ve replaced 4 windshields and since replacing the windshields, I have 4 broken windshields.  The oldest Subaru I own is a 2020.   The smallest rock cracks the windshield, many think it’s the eye sight system and a much thinner windshield","quote_2_odi":"11507209","quote_2_text":"With less than 5500 miles on our new Ascent, the windshield has 100s of small chips in it. When contacting Subaru about the issue we were told that's an outside environment issue and not something they could help with","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-battery-drain-failure","label":"Factory battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06-01 → 2026-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733168","quote_1_text":"Factory OEM battery has repeatedly failed. Voltage drops below 11.5V in normal use. Three documented failures in six weeks. SAFETY INCIDENT: Vehicle died on a public street and became completely immobilized. Brake warning light activated. Vehicle would not move even after a jump start…","quote_2_odi":"11525200","quote_2_text":"Only 3500 miles on new 2023 Subaru ASCENT and it won\"t start. I have had to give it a boost four times already, anytime I need to use it. I check to make sure there are no lights left on. Just staying parked from one day to the next and it won\"t start.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-cruise-control-unintended-acceleration","label":"Cruise control unintended acceleration above set speed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08-01 → 2026-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731662","quote_1_text":"In 2024, 2025, and 2026, I have had 2 incidents in each year where the cruise control is set to 60 to 65 mph and the cruise control then accelerates the car past 100 mph. When this occurs, tapping the break does NOT disengage the cruise control.","quote_2_odi":"11612133","quote_2_text":"There was a SUDDEN and UNINTENDED acceleration without the driver input while braking to park going approximately 1 - 2 MPH. Our safety was at risk. The vehicle was not in our control. A police report was generated. Rather than stopping we crashed into the apartment building…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-eyesight-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11-01 → 2026-08-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749348","quote_1_text":"the vehicle's onboard Forward Collision Avoidance System (FCAS) suddenly and unexpectedly activated without any obstruction, hazard, or vehicle ahead. The abrupt, automated braking and system intervention caused an immediate loss of vehicle control, forcing the car into a 180-degree spin…","quote_2_odi":"11687511","quote_2_text":"When crossing a bridge at 40 mph with wide open lanes and shoulders the vehicle on cruise control suddenly braked aggressively and came to a full stop in the middle of a state highway bridge. Conditions were daylight, headed towards sun, no shadows on bridge.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-eyesight-lane-departure-erratic","label":"EyeSight lane departure assist erratic steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11-01 → 2025-09-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687439","quote_1_text":"On August 28, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m. while driving on Sugar Ridge Road, my 2023 Subaru Ascent suddenly jerked violently into the left lane without warning while the EyeSight Driver Assist system was active. I had to take immediate corrective action to maintain control…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-front-brake-pulsation","label":"Front brake pulsation and rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-05-01 → 2025-04-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11653634","quote_1_text":"Subaru issued recall TSB 06-92-24 to address front brake vibration by replacing rotors and pads with upgraded parts. My vehicle received this repair in September 2024. Less than 9,000 miles later, the exact same symptoms returned—steering wheel shaking and brake pulsation.","quote_2_odi":"11552358","quote_2_text":"Right around the 10,000 mile mark I started noticing a shake when braking. I was pretty concerned about this as the car only has the mentioned 10,000 miles. I took it to the dealership where I bought the car. They were able to fix the problem by replacing the rotors and break pads.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-tire-blowout-sidewall-failure","label":"20-inch tire sudden pressure loss and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02-01 → 2023-11-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507733","quote_1_text":"We were driving on the 14 freeway when suddenly the car began shaking and warning lights started going off. My husband kept the wheel steady and I saw our tire come off in a solid piece onto the freeway! We had not hit anything.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor impact or thermal stress","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12-01 → 2024-09-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11668559","quote_1_text":"The windshield on the 2023 is extremely susceptible to cracking easily. Chips turn to cracks within minutes","quote_2_odi":"11614676","quote_2_text":"Front windshield easily cracked from minor rock strikes 3 times within 20 months. Replacement with Subarus OEM glasses twice already within 3 months. Now a new crack needs repair or potential replacement.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-carplay-drops","label":"Wireless CarPlay call and connection drops","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11583402","quote_1_text":"The wireless car play phone connection randomly drops and is a known issue with Subaru. This a potential safety issue due to dropping calls mid calls that are hands free and encourage the driver to grab the mobile phone…","quote_2_odi":"11598383","quote_2_text":"While using CarPlay, it acts as if it disconnects the call, but still shows on my phone screen. It has happened numerous times, and I have found that if I switch it to phone and back to CarPlay it will work again…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and unresponsive accelerator","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11740740","quote_1_text":"While pulling up to a drive thru window the vehicle shuddered and the engine shut off. I lost all power steering and had to come to a stop, shift into park, then restart the engine. No check engine lights or warnings illuminated…","quote_2_odi":"11635744","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was being driven on a public road, going roughly 45mph. I felt a very harsh studder/clunk and completely lost responsiveness from the accelerator. There was no throttle response even pumping the pedal all the way to the floor…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-eyesight-braking-faults","label":"EyeSight and automatic emergency braking faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11702898","quote_1_text":"Uncommanded maximum braking with simultaneous high-voltage and low-voltage shutdown. Vehicle is not safe in Florida with puddles or any types of ongoing obstructions vehicle shuts down in the middle of traffic if it perceives you do not match Google maps","quote_2_odi":"11609291","quote_2_text":"Eye sight freezing when car purchased brand new. I was told that this was a known Issue. Radio freezing and then resuming at blaring volume, I was told that this was a known issue and Subaru was waiting for an update…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-falken-tire-failure","label":"Factory Falken tire traction loss and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11744250","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding the original-equipment Falken ZIEX ZE001 A/S 245/50R20 tires installed on two separate 2024 Subaru Ascents owned by my family. The vehicles were purchased approximately one month apart…","quote_2_odi":"11679290","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Ascent equipped with Falken Tires, Tire Line: ZIEX, Tire Size: 245/50/R20, DOT Number: IRAKH. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 MPH and attempting to make a turn, the rear tire experienced a blowout…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Ascent","model_slug":"ascent","cluster_id":"ascent-2024-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-16","quote_1_odi":"11628146","quote_1_text":"When driving the side mirror on the driver’s side vibrates so much that it impairs the drivers ability to see anything in it. I have had the mirror replaced once and the replacement does the same thing…","quote_2_odi":"11654734","quote_2_text":"Driver's side mirror vibrates when driving. Almost not usable when at highway speeds. Seems like Subaru does not have a fix for it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/ascent","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-direct-injector-noise","label":"Direct injector and fuel pump noise before the recall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10524667","quote_1_text":"I AM CONCERNED THAT THIS MAY OCCUR ON MY CAR AS WELL. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE DEALER DIAGNOSED IT AS A MISFIRE IN ONE OF THE CYLINDER. DIRECT INJECTOR WENT BAD CAUSING DETONATION","quote_2_odi":"10659973","quote_2_text":"DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS AND STARTED HEARING SOMETHING THAT SOUNDED LIKE FIREWORKS UNDER THE HOOD OF THE CAR. I IMMEDIATELY PARKED IT AND RESEARCHED. THE ISSUE APPEARED TO BE A FAILURE OF THE SEAL ON THE DIRECT INJECTOR FOR THE FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10596871","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE MAKES A \"CHIRPING\" FROM THE FUEL SYSTEM THAT WHICH SUBARU OF AMERICA CLAIMS YIELDS NO DANGER OR EFFECT TO THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-homelink-mirror-mount","label":"HomeLink rearview mirror mount detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2014-08","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10611422","quote_1_text":"THE HOMELINK REAR VIEW MIRROR MOUNT FAILED AND THE MIRROR FELL ONTO THE CENTER CONSOLE, HITTING THE CENTER AIR VENTS AND DAMAGING THE MOLDING, ALSO HITTING THE SHIFT KNOB AND INTERFERING WITH SHIFT MANEUVERS","quote_2_odi":"10628172","quote_2_text":"THE HOMELINK MIRRORS IN THESE CARS HAVE BEEN A VERY BIG ISSUE. I HAVE BEEN IN FOR AT LEAST THREE REPAIRS WITHIN THE LAST YEAR. THE FIRST NIGHT I TOOK MY CAR HOME, THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR FELL OFF AND HIT THE DASH OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-lighting-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in exterior lighting and window seals","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10525484","quote_1_text":"GASKETS AROUND DRIVER SIDE WINDOWS (INCLUDING STATIONARY TRIANGULAR PANES) AS WELL AS PASSENGER SIDE WINDOWS DO NOT CREATE A GOOD SEAL AND ALLOW MOISTURE TO ENTER FROM OUTSIDE FROM THINGS SUCH AS RAIN OR REGULAR HAND WASHING","quote_2_odi":"11194288","quote_2_text":"TAILLIGHT CONDENSATION WHEN RAINING. KNOWN DEFECT, BUT COMPANY WILL NOT PAY FOR REPAIR. STATING OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY. MAY OCCLUDE LIGHTS WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10875697","quote_3_text":"REAR LIGHTS LEAK AND FILL WITH HALF INCH ATLEAST OF WATER, SUBARU'S IDEA OF A FIX IS LET IT EVAPORATE, IT TAKES WEEKS TO EVAPORATE AND IN THE MEAN TIME YOUR BRAKE LIGHTS ARE FOGGED UP MAKING THEM LESS EFFECTIVE AND DULLER, ALSO THE WATER CAN SHORT OUT THE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-post-recall-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure after valve spring recall repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11434598","quote_1_text":"BLOWN SHORT BLOCK / CRACKED CYLINDER HEAD, BROKEN CONNECTING ROD, $7000+ ESTIMATES FOR ENGINE REBUILD. MY BRZ STALLED WHILE TRAVELING ON THE FREEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11309190","quote_2_text":"HAD FACTORY VALVE SPRING RECALL COMPLETED BY SUBARU. THE ENGINE SEIZED WHILE DRIVING AFTER THE VALVE SPRINGS WERE REPLACED. THE SUBARU DEALERSHIP SAYS THE CAR NEEDS AT A MINIMUM AN ENGINE SHORT BLOCK, HEADS AND VALVE WORK","quote_3_odi":"11329899","quote_3_text":"ENGINE FAILURE WHILE DRIVING. ENGINE HAD RECALL WORK PREFORMED AT 33,266 MILES AND FAILURE HAPPENED AT 35,915","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"BRZ","model_slug":"brz","cluster_id":"brz-2013-recall-scheduling-refusal","label":"Valve spring recall scheduling delays and dealer refusals","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11234061","quote_1_text":"MY SUBARU BRZ WAS RECALLED FOR VALVE SPRINGS. I DROPPED OFF MY SUBARU ON JUNE 24TH FOR THE REPAIR. I WAS TOLD IT WOULD TAKE A FEW DAYS BUT THE CAR WAS NOT READY FOR PICK UP UNTIL SATURDAY JULY 20TH","quote_2_odi":"11186054","quote_2_text":"I DROPPED MY CAR OFF AT COLONIAL SUBARU IN SOUTH CHESTERFIELD, VIRGINIA ON 2/16 TO HAVE THE NHTSA SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN # 18V-722 PERFORMED","quote_3_odi":"11180234","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU BRZ. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V772000 (ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING). THE CONTACT CALLED DON MILLER SUBARU WEST AT 608-442-3200 (LOCATED AT 5822 ODANA RD, MADISON, WI 53719) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/brz","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11559145","quote_1_text":"I own a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek with only 37,000 miles. There is a problem with my battery being drained after not driving the car for several days","quote_2_odi":"11426134","quote_2_text":"I had to have it be jump-started first on 7/20/21 and again on 7/23/21, the battery had been replaced with a new manufacturer's battery in Feb. of 2020","quote_3_odi":"10967063","quote_3_text":"TWICE NOW AFTER LETTING MY CAR SIT PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR 3 TO 5 DAYS MY BATTERY HAS DRAINED TO THE POINT THAT MY CAR WILL NOT START AND I WOULD NEED TO JUMP START MY CAR EACH TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11522109","quote_1_text":"In October 2020, the OEM transmission on my 2016 Subaru Crosstrek failed at 87,500 miles. The transmission was covered under a recent extension of the warranty from 60,000 to 100,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11577815","quote_2_text":"I have a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek 5 speed manual transmission and it only has 64000 on it. The clutch went out and I took it to the dealership to have the car worked on and hopefully repaired","quote_3_odi":"10861492","quote_3_text":"THE LAG TIME ON THE CVT GOING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE IS BEYOND ANNOYING IT IS DANGEROUS. IT TAKES 1-2 SECONDS FOR THE CAR TO MOVE AND BECAUSE OF THIS LAPSE THERE IS A GOOD CHANCE THAT THE CAR WILL LURCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood latch failure causing hood to open while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11658990","quote_1_text":"Hood latch failed causing hood to fly open, smashing and breaking my windshield","quote_2_odi":"11570698","quote_2_text":"Driving at 55 miles per hour and the hood safety latch failed. Hood smashed the windshield and rained glass down inside the car","quote_3_odi":"11438338","quote_3_text":"Engine Hood-Latch disengaged while driving at speed. The secondary (emergency) latch failed to keep the hood down, causing it to fly open, shattering the windshield, and completely blocking a view of the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11151237","quote_1_text":"2016 SUBARU CROSSTREK, 27,500 MILES. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION WHEN VEHICLE IS IN PARK. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE ONLY WAY TO REMOVE KEY IS TO PUT THE CAR IN AND OUT OF GEAR AND THEN BACK TO PARK","quote_2_odi":"11132288","quote_2_text":"HAVE HAD SEVERAL INSTANCES OF NOT BEING ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK. RECENTLY WENT TO DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE AND TOLD THEM OF PROBLEM BUT THEY WERE UNAWARE OF ANY COMPLAINTS","quote_3_odi":"11353390","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS PUT IN PARK THE KEYS AUTOMATICALLY LOCK IN THE IGNITION AND CANNOT BE REMOVED. WHEN SEARCHING THE INTERNET FOR THIS ISSUE IT CAME UP NUMEROUS AMOUNTS OF TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11043004","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY FOR APPROXIMATELY 110 MILES. I SLOWED DOWN TO PAY A TOLL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED AND WOULD NOT RESTART. THIS WAS THE SECOND TIME THIS VEHICLE HAS STALLED DURING INTERSTATE HIGHWAY DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11510909","quote_2_text":"My car has stopped working while driving 70 mph on the interstate in so separate occasions. Both times it has been driving fine, with fuel in the tank, and all of the sudden it shuts off and completely loses power","quote_3_odi":"10898634","quote_3_text":"TWICE NOW MY CAR HAS GONE LIMP ON THE FREEWAY. IT DOESN'T SHUT DOWN BUT THE ACCELERATOR STOPS WORKING AND I HAVE TO COAST OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND RESTART IT. WHEN I DO RESTART IT IT'S FINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-power-steering-failure","label":"Intermittent power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11654714","quote_1_text":"Full electrical power steering failure","quote_2_odi":"11232630","quote_2_text":"TOTAL POWER STEERING FAILURE AT 40,076 MILES. DEAL READ CODE C2532. DEALER REPLACED FULL STEERING SYSTEM; RACK, CONNECTORS. STILL DID NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"11353189","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING FAILS WHEN FIRST STARTING VEHICLE.HAS HAPPENED ON MANY OCCASIONS.LOSS IOF POWER STEERING LASTS FROM A FEW SECONDS TO 10 TO 15 SECONDS,RESOLVES BY ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous glass shattering without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11175004","quote_1_text":"THE GLASS OF MY SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY. I WAS NOT CLOSE BEHIND ANY CAR AND I WAS NOT GOING UNDER AN OVERPASS. LUCKILY THE INSIDE OF THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED SO THE EXPLODING CLASS DID NOT HIT ME","quote_2_odi":"10946936","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU CROSSTREK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE REAR WINDOW SHATTERED AS THE DEFROSTER WAS ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"11502212","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that the windshield had cracked without impact. The dealer was notified of the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2016-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Premature wheel bearing and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":131,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11487021","quote_1_text":"Premature rear wheel bearing failure, both rear wheels at 29,000 miles. Dealer service technician states vehicle is unsafe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11141799","quote_2_text":"THE LEFT REAR WHEEL BEARING IS FAILING FOR THE THIRD [3RD] TIME AT 40K MILES. BEARING FAILURE APPEAR TO BE INCREASING IN FREQUENCY","quote_3_odi":"11162593","quote_3_text":"TODAY WE HAD THE THIRD WHEEL BEARING REPLACED ON THIS CAR. AT 43K MILES THE RIGHT REAR BEARING HAS BEEN REPLACED TWICE AND THE LEFT REAR BEARING ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery discharge and repeated jump starts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11570817","quote_1_text":"There is a battery draining problem. I have had to replace the battery 3 times in a two-year period.","quote_2_odi":"11324797","quote_2_text":"ON THREE OCCASIONS IN THE LAST 2 MONTHS, THE BATTERY DIED AND THE CAR WOULD NOT START. I CALLED SERVICE AND THE CAR WAS JUMP STARTED. THREE DAYS LATER I HAD THE SAME ISSUE. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO MY DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-brake-pad-separation","label":"Brake pad separation from backing plate","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11522250","quote_1_text":"Both of the front inner brake pads separated from the backing plate presenting a safety concern since the brake performance was compromised. The front outer brake pads did not separate from the backing plates.…","quote_2_odi":"11427683","quote_2_text":"Outer left rear brake pad broke away from the backing plate causing damage to the brake rotor. The pads were original equipment and not worn out.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11196489","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A ROAD AT 45 MPH WHEN MY CAR TURNED OFF SUDDENLY. ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD LIT ON. I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, SLOWLY. I TURNED OFF THE CAR AND IT TURNED BACK ON WITH NO PROBLEMS.…","quote_2_odi":"11339585","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE LOSES POWER AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND THROTTLE IS COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE/NON-FUNCTIONAL. ENGINE REMAINS ON BUT WILL NOT DELIVER POWER OR ACCELERATE. NO DASH INDICATION LIGHTS ARE DISPLAYED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck after shutoff in park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11362362","quote_1_text":"CAN'T REMOVE IGNITION KEY. AFTER PARKING, I PLACE THE CAR IN PARK, AND TRY TO REMOVE THE KEY. IT GETS STUCK AND WON'T COME OUT. THERE IS A TECHNICAL BULLETING ABOUT \"SHIFT SELECTER MECHANISM\" BUT CAR OWNERS HAVE TO PAY GET THIS FIXED. IT SHOULD BE A RECALL.","quote_2_odi":"11430290","quote_2_text":"When I put the car in park the key would turn off the car but not come out of the ignition. The only way to get the key out was to turn the car back on and try again, sometimes 5+ times. When I took the car in for repair at a Subaru dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-rear-wheel-bearing","label":"Rear wheel bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11569085","quote_1_text":"Wheel bearing go out after 40K plus miles. After doing research on my own wheels bearings it appears that this is a very common issue for this vehicle. This is not a lot of miles to have on a car before wheel bearings (rear) go bad.…","quote_2_odi":"11283140","quote_2_text":"I LEASE A 2017 SUBARU CROSSTREK. THE CAR HAS BEEN FAITHFULLY MAINTAINED AS PER MANUFACTURER SPECIFICATIONS AND HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT/EXPERIENCED ANY BODY DAMAGE. THE REAR WHEEL BEARINGS HAVE FAILED THREE TIMES PRIOR TO 48K.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11083712","quote_1_text":"I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO THE GARAGE AND WHEN I WENT TO APPLY THE BRAKES, THE CAR UNCONTROLLABLY LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE FLOOR MAT WAS NOT AN ISSUE AND WAS SECURE. ALTHOUGH THE BRAKES WERE BEING APPLIED, THE CAR SUDDENLY LUNGED FORWARD.","quote_2_odi":"11575912","quote_2_text":"On January 19, 2024 I was slowly pulling in to a parking spot at my doctors office. I did not pull up far enough, as there was a concrete retaining wall at the head of the spot and no tire block for safety. I was maybe 5 feet from the wall when I lightly tapped the gas pedal…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":97,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11386455","quote_1_text":"READ WINDSHIELD GLASS SPONTANEOUSLY BROKE WITH NO DAMAGE. HAD TO GET SERVICE TO REPAIR AND REPLACE. VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, PARKED IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE, ON A RESIDENTIAL STREET, PARKED AND NOT IN USE AT THE TIME OF THE BREAK.","quote_2_odi":"11310905","quote_2_text":"A RANDOM CRACK APPEARED ON MY WINDSHIELD WITHOUT ANYTHING HITTING THE WINDSHIELD OR ANYTHING DAMAGING IT. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN A PARKING GARAGE WHEN I NOTICED IT AND WAS NOT MOVING.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-battery-drain-parasitic","label":"Battery drains requiring repeat replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11568829","quote_1_text":"I noticed that my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek battery keeps draining when the car sits for several days (something that typically has not happened in the past until my son recently went off to college).…","quote_2_odi":"11424687","quote_2_text":"The battery in my Crosstrek inexplicably drains and sometimes won't hold a charge. I've had to buy a charger/booster after replacing the battery twice. 7/20/2020 and 9/18/2020","quote_3_odi":"11500202","quote_3_text":"Battery drain when car isn’t in use for 2 days went through 3 high CCA AGM batteries since I purchased new. also the manufacturer OEM battery. I only have 16,400 miles on the car and went through 4 total batteries.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-driver-seat-rocking","label":"Driver seat rocking from bracket or track failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11418921","quote_1_text":"Driver seat mounting, the driver seat was rocking, at 11,000 miles the dealer replaced a bolt under warranty. It started again at 25,800 miles.…","quote_2_odi":"11600484","quote_2_text":"The driver seat has been rocking back and forth a bit for a for a couple of weeks and lately started rocking a lot, enough that it rocks back while accelerating and rocks forward while braking causing unintentional excessive breaking.…","quote_3_odi":"11436600","quote_3_text":"I recently 10/7/2021 had my Subaru serviced for an oil change, and a couple of safety recalls that were needed. I also had a loose center console, and a loose wobbly drivers seat.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-engine-hesitation-bucking","label":"Engine hesitation or bucking on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11090261","quote_1_text":"MY SAFETY CONCERN WITH THE 2018 SUBARU CROSSTREK RESULTS FROM A HUGE AMOUNT OF ENGINE REV HANG ( REV HANG - A HIGH (OR 'HANGING') ENGINE RPM AFTER DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH PEDAL.…","quote_2_odi":"11112533","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR IS A LEMON!! I ORDERED MY 2018 CROSSTREK JUNE 2017, TOOK DELIVERY AUG. 7TH. CAR RAN GREAT, LOVED IT! NOV. 2017, 5600 MILES ON IT, IT STARTS INTERMITTENTLY BUCKING/SHUDDERING UNDER ACCELERATION.…","quote_3_odi":"11440136","quote_3_text":"There are many online posts of the same issues as my 2018 Crosstrek acceleration hesitancy, stumbling at around 2000 RPM or under light acceleration. This is particularly hazardous when entering highways.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-rear-wheel-bearing-noise","label":"Rear wheel bearing noise and replacement","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11344236","quote_1_text":"AT LESS THAN 60,000 MILES MY WHEEL BEARINGS STARTED MAKING A LOUD HUMMING NOISE. THE NOISE GETTING LOUDER THE FASTER I GO. IT'S IS A CONSTANT NOISE THAT ONLY GOES AWAY WHEN I STOP.…","quote_2_odi":"11568584","quote_2_text":"I have had to replace 3 back wheel bearings in less than a year. I replaced both back wheel bearings at different times, and the I just had to replace another one. The parts were brand new.…","quote_3_odi":"11723204","quote_3_text":"Starting at around 75,000 mileage on my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek, a persistent howling noise is heard while driving. This noise comes from the rear of the vehicle and occurs at nearly all driving speeds, measuring at around 90.0dB while on a highway…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-sunroof-glass-exploding","label":"Sunroof glass exploding while driving or parked","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11111128","quote_1_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED YESTERDAY, 7/13/18, WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON RT. 95. IT MADE A HOLE THROUGH BOTH LAYERS OF GLASS. FORTUNATELY I HAD THE SUNSHADE PULLED OR THE GLASS WOULD HAVE COME INTO THE CAR.…","quote_2_odi":"11589191","quote_2_text":"While driving on a 71 degree, clear day on 16 May 2024, out of nowhere and without prior warning, my sunroof/moonroof glass on my 2018 Subaru Crosstrek limited, (50th anniversary edition) just exploded. See pics attached.","quote_3_odi":"11418729","quote_3_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving at highway speed. Nothing hit my car while driving, no cars were in front of me. Glass and debris fell on my while I was driving.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11502226","quote_1_text":"On Nov 9 2022 the owner was pulling into a parking space at a mall and the Subaru Crosstrek 2018 suddenly accelerated and slammed into the wall of a store. The airbags did not go off.…","quote_2_odi":"11552267","quote_2_text":"WAITING IN LINE TO PICKUP PRESCRIPTION, STOPPED WITH FOOT ON BRAKE AND VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO CAR APPROX 15 FT IN FRONT OF ME. EYE SIGHT BRAKING DID NOT STOP CAR, NOR DID IMMINENT COLLISION WARNING ENGAGE.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2018-windshield-spontaneous-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11700276","quote_1_text":"The front windshield spontaneously developed a crack about 5 inches long which later suddenly increased to about 15 inches in length. It is our understanding that this problem has occurred in the windshields of other Subaru models.…","quote_2_odi":"11444069","quote_2_text":"This is the second time my windshield has spontaneously cracked since buying my 2018 Crosstrek. Both the first and this time, the windshield appears to crack for no apparent reason and the crack grows every day until it crosses the entire windshield.…","quote_3_odi":"11468857","quote_3_text":"A very, very small pebble hit the windshield while driving and caused a ~9 inch fracture in the windshield. I see that Subaru has had a class action lawsuit for defective windshields, but for some reason did not include the 2018 Crosstrek — but I can assure you…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744841","quote_1_text":"2019 Subaru Crosstrek; Battery is drained even when car is fully turned \"off\". If the car is not driven every day, battery may drain completely and car won't start. If not driven for several days, battery will discharge so low that it is damaged, in which case it may not have…","quote_2_odi":"11568997","quote_2_text":"Battery drains rapidly and completely, sometimes overnight. Five times in less than one year. After a full charge only lasts a few days. Battery replaced but still happens. Others tell me it is a parasitic drain caused by \"DCM\" and/or faulty Starlink software. Dealership cannot…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-cvt-loss-of-power","label":"CVT and transmission loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11753371","quote_1_text":"While driving, my dashboard warning lights on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek—AT OIL TEMP, EyeSight, and Lane Assist—illuminated simultaneously with a sudden onset of transmission slippage and erratic shifting, with no prior warning symptoms. The vehicle experienced a sudden mechanical…","quote_2_odi":"11701550","quote_2_text":"The car started shaking and shuddering at 40 mph on a straight road and I had several losses of motive power, with sluggish acceleration of a busy road. All dashboard lights began to turn on. The Oil Temp light was flashing, indicating an powertrain issue. After slowly driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-ignition-coil-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure and engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737121","quote_1_text":"In the middle of driving car stuttered, engine light went on, and car stalled. Unable to restart, Engine cranks but would not turn over. Had car towed for repair. Diagnostic shows engine coil short causing blown fuse. Subaru has an active recall for this identical issue for my…","quote_2_odi":"11627701","quote_2_text":"Per NHTSA Product Campaign Bulletin WRE-21, all ignition coils on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek Premium were replace on August 9th, 2021. On November 26th 2024, the same vehicle experienced a total loss of motive power on a 50 mph, 2-lane road, resulting in emergency action to move…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assist failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11630923","quote_1_text":"Intermittent Power Steering Malfunction while driving causing car to violently \"self-steer\". Vehicle is NOT equipped with adaptive cruise control or lane assist features. Loss of control while driving become intermittently high risk having to clutch the steering wheel and…","quote_2_odi":"11558545","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 75 MPH, the power steering assist failed to operate as the steering wheel seized with the power steering warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the vehicle swerved to the left before the contact…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-sunroof-window-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11627276","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway at approximately 60 MPH, the sunroof on my 2019 Subaru Crosstrek suddenly exploded with a very loud pop. This occurred on a sunny, warm day at around 11:30 a.m., following a somewhat cold night. Both the sunroof and the interior sliding cover were…","quote_2_odi":"11423059","quote_2_text":"2019 Subaru Crosstrek Left rear window ( driver’s side) window shattered without warning. There was a recall issued for this exact problem - but the time frame for the recall was narrow and my car was not included as it was just shy of the start date for the recall although…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11505736","quote_1_text":"unexplained acceleration. I was in a parking lot and driving slowly and the car just took off. I had to crash it into the building at the mall to avoid cars and people. The car was totaled and my husband had a broken rib. We were taken to the hospital. Car was inspected and…","quote_2_odi":"11430534","quote_2_text":"My daughter was in process of pulling her car into the garage when it experienced sudden acceleration and crashed into the garage. My daughter was unable to stop the car as the brake system failed during the incident. She is now too terrified to drive the car. Subaru claims that…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":84,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11655941","quote_1_text":"The windshield cracked without impact or any other obvious means of damage. I have had 2 other windshields crack in the same manner, the first being December 2022, second March 2024, and now April 2025. All incidents have starts from the bottom on the windshield on the passenger…","quote_2_odi":"11413996","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD ON MY SUBARU CROSSTREK WHICH WAS PURCHASED NEW FROM A DEALER IN JULY 2019 HAS ALREADY SUFFERED 2 RANDOM CHIPS IN THE WINDSHIELD & TODAY AS I WAS DRIVING THE WINDSHIELD SPLIT SPONTANEOUSLY WITH A 7 INCH CRACK IN A TOTALLY DIFFERENT AREA FROM PREVIOUS REPAIRED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-battery-drain-stall","label":"Battery drain and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11421689","quote_1_text":"If car sits unused for 2 or 3 days, the battery will have slowly drained down to the point where the car won't start. It seems that the car's internal electronics drains the battery down, even if the car isn't being operated.","quote_2_odi":"11737166","quote_2_text":"While driving 2020 Crosstrek Hybrid, the dashboard lights suddenly flashed and then engine stalled, leaving me with no brakes and no steering. I rolled through straight through an intersection with four stop signs and I could not stop.","quote_3_odi":"11489870","quote_3_text":"Repeatedly battery drains after a few days of not driving. Won't start. Requires a jumpstart.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737051","quote_1_text":"My 2020 Subaru Crosstrek CVT Valve Body equipment failure and CVT Torque Converter failure. This appears to be a common failure for prior Subaru Crosstrek model - however was not extended for coverage to 2020 and beyond models - appears the issue still persists and additional…","quote_2_odi":"11523649","quote_2_text":"Transmission began making a whining noise at low speeds accelerating/ and backing up. Slight hesitation when accelerating. Transmission failed at 6k miles- confirmed by dealer and replaced. Now again at 34k miles same issue- transmission confirmed to be issue again by dealer.","quote_3_odi":"11637535","quote_3_text":"What component of system failed: transmission At low speeds, my car makes a low moaning sound. I took it to the subaru dealership and after 2.5 hours, they said it's an issue with the transmission and needs a full replacement.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-phev-charging-rollaway","label":"PHEV charging cable and rollaway interlock","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11467690","quote_1_text":"Car is a Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid Car was connected to its electrical charge cable The connector is a type SAE J1772 When the connector is connected to the car, the ignition is supposed to be disabled, and the car is not supposed to be able to be removed from Park. Neither safety…","quote_2_odi":"11575695","quote_2_text":"This vehicle is a plug-in-hybrid. It should not be able to move while plugged in. Problem is attempting to move the vehicle when the charge cable is still attached and the vehicle is on an incline. Subaru does not display a warning message - instead it displays \"check engine\"…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-rear-differential","label":"Rear differential failure on Hybrid","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11661551","quote_1_text":"The rear differential on my Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid has failed twice. The first failure occurred around 12,000 miles and the second around 50,000 miles, both while maneuvering slowly in a parking lot. There were no warning lights or messages beforehand. The failure caused…","quote_2_odi":"11720387","quote_2_text":"The rear differential on my PHEV Crosstrek failed around 31,500 miles. My spouse was driving under 30mph and turning, and heard a clunking/popping/metal-on-metal sound that persisted intermittently for the remainder of the drive home.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-seat-belt-restraint","label":"Seat belt restraint in collisions","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11557526","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while she was sitting in the parked vehicle on the side of the road, another vehicle driving at approximately 60-65 MPH rear-ended her vehicle. The contact's vehicle was pushed into the highway's first lane. The…","quote_2_odi":"11693525","quote_2_text":"At Miami Airport, with ample space behind the vehicle in front, a pickup truck with a very long sloping ramp trailer to carry several cars pulled into the stated space. The lefthand side rear of the trailer being well below my line of vision hit my bumper on the passenger…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11643745","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while pulling into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal a second time, the vehicle jerked…","quote_2_odi":"11465334","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that as attempted to park her vehicle at 5 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated without warning and drove onto a boulder. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. Three of the contact's front teeth were knocked…","quote_3_odi":"11518940","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into reverse, the vehicle launched forward without warning. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The dealer was not contacted.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11515698","quote_1_text":"I noticed my windshield spontaneously cracked, without any trauma. This was noticed in the morning after my car had been sitting in the garage overnight. There were no rocks or other debris that hit the car, and there does not appear to be a point of impact.","quote_2_odi":"11337431","quote_2_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER ACTIVATING MY FRONT WINDSHIELD WIPERS, I HEAR A CRACKING \"POP\" SOUND FROM MY WIND SHIELD AND A 12 INCH CRACK APPEARS, STEMMING FROM THE CENTER OF THE REAR VIEW MIRROR AND EXTENDING DIAGONALLY TO THE TOP EDGE OF THE WIND SHIELD.","quote_3_odi":"11414642","quote_3_text":"I WOKE UP WITH A HUGE CRACK IN MY WINDSHIELD. NO IDEA HOW IT HAPPENED. THIS IS THE THIRD ONE. I'VE HAD THIS CAR FOR 11 MONTHS.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11743228","quote_1_text":"The DCM on our 2021 Subaru Crosstrek is causing a parasitic drain on the battery. It left us stranded several times. We replaced the battery twice in the past 15 months…","quote_2_odi":"11448675","quote_2_text":"The battery dies completely, seemingly under colder conditions. In the first case it was after 6 days of not turning the car on, however the next time it happened after only a day and a half of not turning on the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-drivetrain-shudder","label":"Drivetrain shudder and acceleration hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11424974","quote_1_text":"SHUDDERING - CVT belt or pulley not working properly? JERKING, HESITATION - Crosstrek will not go when the gas pedal is pressed or hesitates or pauses for a moment after the gas pedal is engaged","quote_2_odi":"11435175","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing shuddering/jerking/hesitation in my vehicle since July. The dealership has had it in their service department several times and cannot diagnose the issue. Subaru of America was contacted and gave no resolution to repairing the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-loss-of-power","label":"Engine power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11603340","quote_1_text":"On two incidents randomly and without warning the car failed to accelerate while driving in traffic on an open road and I had to coast to safety and put in park, then drive, then travel less than five miles home…","quote_2_odi":"11431202","quote_2_text":"I was crossing two lanes of a very busy ocean front street when the engine “bogged down” . I let off on the gas pedal and then depressed it again, which then caused the engine to go off…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11489284","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded outward, the majority of the glass was blown away. The sunshade was open. The temperature was 56 degrees. I was traveling north on I 15 in Davis Couty, Utah. I was not injured, there were no other occupants…","quote_2_odi":"11508225","quote_2_text":"We were driving on a major highway today and the sunroof of my Subaru Crosstrek randomly exploded with a loud bang. Glass shattered everywhere in the car, covering us passengers with shards…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11545473","quote_1_text":"Check engine light came on while driving. All Advanced Driver Assistance Systems were disabled. Code is P26A3: Thermo Control Valve is faulty. This is a known problem and Subaru has addressed it by redesigning the Thermo Control Valve in 2021…","quote_2_odi":"11541053","quote_2_text":"The issue is the Engine Coolant Bypass Valve. This causes the Engine to not take in as much coolant resulting in the engine getting much hotter than it should, thus putting those in the car’s safety at risk…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and rollaway from park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11460834","quote_1_text":"DRIVE TRAIN, TRANSMISSION ISSUE. CAR WAS RUNNING, IN PARK. I GOT OUT TO PICK UP A FLYER FROM YARD. CAR ACCELERATED AND DROVE THROUGH GARAGE DOOR, AND CRASHED INTO THE BACK WALL OF GARAGE. NO ONE HAS INSPECTED THE CAR, AS IT HAPPENED LATE YESTERDAY…","quote_2_odi":"11504276","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2021 Subaru Crosstrek slowly in a parking lot when it unexpectedly accelerated on its own without me pressing the gas pedal. I believe the Crosstrek was now going 40mph. I tried to shut off the engine and brake at the same time but neither one had any effect…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11461066","quote_1_text":"The automatic braking system engaged at highway speed while changing lanes with no other vehicle or object in front of the vehicle. I was accelerating to change lanes when the sensor started beeping and the car slammed on the brakes causing a sliding skid…","quote_2_odi":"11577927","quote_2_text":"Subaru Eyesight system engaged randomly with no forward obstacles. Dashboard lit up, signaled alarm, and brakes engaged causing the car's nose to bottom-out. This has happened twice, thankfully at low speeds and thankfully without another car rear ending me…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-03","quote_1_odi":"11494112","quote_1_text":"Spontaneous windshield crack. No impact or apparent cause. Available for inspection. Based on online research and your database, this is a common occurrence. Reporting to Subaru dealer has been initiated.","quote_2_odi":"11402925","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED WITH LESS THAN 1000 MILES ON THE CAR. NEVER HEARD OR SAW ANY ROCK OR OTHER DEBRIS HIT THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11501624","quote_1_text":"As I proceeded through the intersection at 55MPH, the eyesight technology must have falsely locked on the vehicle in the turn lane and applied the automatic emergency braking.  This resulted in a sudden skidding and a near miss rear-end collision from a vehicle behind me","quote_2_odi":"11682260","quote_2_text":"Vehicle will randomly break while driving when there is nothing in the way. This worries me that it will happen while driving on the highway. It seems to be happening more frequently","quote_3_odi":"11484982","quote_3_text":"When starting the vehicle in a narrow area, the reverse automatic braking will sometimes activate. This causes the anti-lock brake system to actuate while the car is backing up making a rapid clicking noise. After backing up approximately 6-8 feet, the vehicle will stall, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal non-response while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11683292","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway in stop-and-go traffic when suddenly I found myself depressing the brake pedal to the floor and the car would not stop. Additionally, the eyesight function that prevents forward collisions did not alert for obstruction or stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11699058","quote_2_text":"On November 12, 2025, while driving at approximately 70 mph on the highway, the vehicle suddenly stopped operating automatically without warning. This was a terrifying and dangerous event for me and my family","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-infotainment-carplay","label":"Infotainment system and CarPlay failures","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11750503","quote_1_text":"I was advised to file a report for a known problem with Subaru 2022 Crosstrek.It involves the infotainment system failures. These are listed in a Subaru service bulletin dated 1/28/25- head unit warranty extension. My issues primarily involve carplay but there have been other…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and no-start events","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675423","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was difficult to start and was jumpstarted several times by a dealer’s mobile technician. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer, where it was determined that the battery was in good condition, and the failure could be related to the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11491194","quote_1_text":"Driving on freeway, keeping a regular and safe distance from other vehicles around me, when all the suddenly I hear a loud boom. Didn’t see anything fly at my car, like rocks, things off other cars, etc. Then, immediately after I pulled over with my hazards on, I thought I had…","quote_2_odi":"11521858","quote_2_text":"While driving the car down an open paved highway the moon roof exploded outward. There was no impact with anything","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11659413","quote_1_text":"Subaru 2022 Crosstrek accelerated on its own when foot is on the brake and trying to move the shifter knob to park, instead the car thursted into the parked car in front with such force that ran into the garage","quote_2_odi":"11579795","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was idled in inclement weather, and the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle accelerated violently without warning. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a brick building. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11654134","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving in the parking lot and attempting to park, a sudden unintended acceleration occurred. No warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chip propagation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11503103","quote_1_text":"Its widely known that Subaru has a problem with their windshields dating back to 2015.  There have been several class action lawsuits wherein their windshields crack for NO reason.    My windshield cracked and it was determined there was an impact point where the crack propagated","quote_2_odi":"11589294","quote_2_text":"A pebble flew at the windshield with less than 1800 miles on it and chipped it. By the next morning the chip had spread to a crack spanning the length of my windshield. Replaced windshield. Several months later, same thing happened. Replaced windshield again. I am on my 3rd…","quote_3_odi":"11638530","quote_3_text":"The front windshield has cracked all the way across the bottom without a reason, while I was parked at work. There were no prior chips or dings that would cause the windshield to crack all the way across. There were no outside factors that would have caused this either","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-eyesight-shutdown","label":"EyeSight system shutdown and phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11714624","quote_1_text":"I was driving today January 30th 2026 on the road going 35 mph into the sunlight and all of the sudden my vehicle acted like I slammed on my brakes and I jerked forward almost hitting my chin in the steering wheel.…","quote_2_odi":"11602997","quote_2_text":"All the advanced driver assistance system items listed on the website list all Shutdown. The emergency brake lamp also was lighted. Subaru service has not found a solution as of yet. This issue clears then coms back within a single day.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11681261","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL SOME TIME GOES DOWN TO THE FLOOR. I BROUGHT VEHICLE IN SUBARU DEALER FOR CHECK UP. THEY STATED THAT THE POWER BRAKE BOOSTER IS DEFECTIVE, NEED TO BE REPLACE. THIS IS 2023 VEHICLE AND THE MILEAGE IS ONLY 46,000 MILES.…","quote_2_odi":"11735448","quote_2_text":"the rear brakes keep engaging while the car is driving. we purchased the car in November 2022. this happened in December 2024 & at the time a dealership in [XXX] area (where my son attended college), said it was an issue and replaced parts in the brake system.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11655198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while turning into a parking spot at 20 MPH and upon depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle continued to accelerate, causing the contact to crash the front of the vehicle into the concrete wall.…","quote_2_odi":"11692207","quote_2_text":"Oct 7 2025 when me and my 6 year old daughter. Was leaving after picking her up at mom i drove off then came to stop sign so i slowly hit breaks and car accelerated very dangerous im very concerned","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11548917","quote_1_text":"Like many others with Subaru EyeSight acoustic auto glass, windshield is beginning to crack and pit despite never being outdoors, and not experiencing rock chipping. This glass is unsafe, costly, defective, and needs a recall. Issue appeard May 23, three months after purchase.","quote_2_odi":"11520861","quote_2_text":"A 12-in crack formed spontaneously in the window while I was sitting at a stoplight.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746546","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE MIRROR VIBRATES AT HIGH SPEEDS & ON UNEVEN ROADS. THE CARS & LP'S ARE VERY DISTORTED CAUSING A SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS ON THIS ISSUE & A CLASS ACTION SUIT HAS BEEN FILED IN TEXAS. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER TWICE & THEY STILL CAN'T…","quote_2_odi":"11659349","quote_2_text":"The drivers side mirror vibrates to the point of being unusable at freeway speeds causing a major safety hazard. The car has been in for 3 different mirror housings with no change in visibility and has been inspected 6 times at the dealership. I have been told by the dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-fca-unexpected-braking","label":"Forward collision system brakes with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11707689","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Subaru Crosstrek brakes engaged TWICE without the driver pushing on the brakes, slowing the car down significantly. The initial vehicle speed was around 65 mph on the highway, and slowed to around 45 mph after the second automatic braking incident occurred. Adaptive…","quote_2_odi":"11566225","quote_2_text":"On 12/21/23 at approximately 9:19am PST, I was driving [XXX] away from the intersection of [XXX]. This is a divided four lane road (two lanes in either direction). While driving on a winding section of road divided by pillars, my forward collision detection and automatic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-headlight-low-visibility","label":"Headlight beam pattern with dark shadow zones","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11646581","quote_1_text":"Headlights are pointed low. It is hard to see down the road. The top half of windshield is darker than the bottom half. Car may be safe for city driving, but not for country roads. Going up and down hills and around curves the suv is unsafe. Dealer said they recieving complaints…","quote_2_odi":"11631763","quote_2_text":"There is something inside the headlights that produces two shadows that are posing a safety risk. When driving and turning the steering wheel the shadows move which look like a small animal is darting out from the sides. The shadows are a distraction and have resulted in rapid…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-infotainment-ads-driving","label":"SiriusXM ad pop-up covers infotainment screen","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11742457","quote_1_text":"Radio/Infotainment system popped up a over-the-air In-Vehicle Messaging (IVM) alert for SiriusXM advertisement. This in-motion ad force them to take their eyes off the road just to hit \"Dismiss\" resulting in missing a critical navigation turn in an unfamiliar location. This…","quote_2_odi":"11703326","quote_2_text":"Advertisements routinely pop up on infotainment screen and block safety features like X Mode (for snow). They are a driving distraction, as they block all features on the screen and will not disappear until they are interacted with. This means that in inclement weather, I have…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag indicator not detecting occupant","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11674220","quote_1_text":"Passenger Airbag does not turn on when someone who weighs 100 pounds or less occupies the front passenger seat. This issue also occurs on my 2024 Subaru Legacy Vin # [XXX] . IT also occurred on the loaner car the dealer gave me which was a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. I asked two…","quote_2_odi":"11627523","quote_2_text":"The passenger front airbag does not always activate when my wife (who weighs [XXX][) sits in the seat. Car has been brought to the selling Dealer (Lester Glenn Subaru, Toms River, NJ). They state that the weight sensor under the front seat is calibrated correctly and there is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-steering-sticky-highway","label":"Steering binds and releases at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11711794","quote_1_text":"After driving the vehicle for 30 minutes to an hour in temperatures approximately above 45°F the steering wheel will get \"stuck\" on center and go loose then tighten again when trying to make minor corrections in steering. Easiest to duplicate on roads with speed limits at or…","quote_2_odi":"11654253","quote_2_text":"I recently have started experiencing a sticky/jerky steering wheel (24K miles). It happens when the car is fully warmed up on longer road trips whether the cruise control engaged or not. In fact, it's worse without cruise control. The steering wheel requires stronger pull and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Original-equipment tire sidewall or tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11724556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek equipped with Yokohama Tires, Tire Line: Geolandar G91, Tire Size: 225/60/R17, and DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for routine maintenance, the dealer informed the contact that the…","quote_2_odi":"11609757","quote_2_text":"THREE of four original equipment tires failed, the first one at 10K miles. Two failures were located at the sidewall/tread corner. The third tire failure was located in the tread area. The third tire is available for inspection. The vehicle electronic system informed us of the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":104,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11678819","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of star shaped crack located on the front windshield. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the dealer referred the contact to a glass specialist…","quote_2_odi":"11627817","quote_2_text":"I have only had my vehicle (new 2024) for 5 months- no known or prior issues. I was driving on the highway, no vehicles around me and I hear a loud pop. A few minutes go by and the windshield begins to crack. Over the course of about an hour, it had spread across almost the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and passenger sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745558","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH with his wife inside the vehicle, the contact experienced a medical emergency and blacked out, causing the vehicle to accelerate to approximately 70 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11668032","quote_2_text":"My wife was almost killed yesterday in a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. She was hit by a side impact at over 35 mph through the driver's door, and the airbags didn't work. The side doors locked and buckled from the impact","quote_3_odi":"11684820","quote_3_text":"WHEN MY WIFE IS IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT THE AIR BAG DOES NOT GO ON. I AM TOLD IT IS ACTIVATED BY WEIGHT. MY WIFE WEIGHTS 95 LBS. I WAS INITIALLY TOLD THAT 80 LBS OR MORE SHOULD ACTIVATE THE AIR BAG. THE AIR BAG DOES NOT TURN ON WHEN SHE IS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-eyesight-lane-keep-erratic","label":"EyeSight lane-keep assist erratic engagement","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753387","quote_1_text":"While driving on a road with a round about as I entered into the round about turn the vehicle lane keeping assist pulled the wheels and caused me to slam into the curb damaging the passenger side front and back wheel","quote_2_odi":"11682610","quote_2_text":"Lane-keep assist function has stopped working correctly. Warning light on dashboard. On a 3 lane freeway, on left side of vehicle the car drifts over the dividing line into traffic before there is a nudge","quote_3_odi":"11719893","quote_3_text":"Vehicle lane keeping assistance switches itself off and on while driving. After first occurrence, dealer response was that such behavior is not unusual when sun is in front of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision warning false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739643","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a Texas highway on May 2 at the speed limit of 75 mph with the car on cruise control. It was a sunny day and traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11724288","quote_2_text":"On two occasions, the vehicle has activated the forward collision warning although there was no nearby vehicle or obstruction. The date of incident is not precise","quote_3_odi":"11707619","quote_3_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking engaged unnecessarily. It was triggered by a plastic trash bag being blown in front of the vehicle. I was driving about 70 mph and was fortunate to avoid being rear-ended by another vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-infotainment-ad-popups","label":"Infotainment SiriusXM advertisement pop-ups while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706106","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system periodically displays full-screen advertisements for SiriusXM during car operation, interrupting navigation and all other functions that occur on the infotainment system","quote_2_odi":"11702672","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH, an advertisement for a product that the contact had never purchased suddenly took over the infotainment system, which required the driver to interact with the infotainment screen","quote_3_odi":"11701171","quote_3_text":"Pop up ads for SiriusXM while driving are a dangerous distraction. They pop up with a sound from the speakers, making me think somethings wrong with my car and distracting me from the road. It also doesn't close by itself","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751846","quote_1_text":"I leased. 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Premium last May and after I drove it for a few days I discovered the driver side mirror was shaking and made it impossible to see traffic clearly, especially at night","quote_2_odi":"11696591","quote_2_text":"Shortly after I bought the new car from a dealership in June 2025, I noticed the driver side mirror vibrates at speed above 60 mph, which makes the images in the mirror become quite blurry and makes it hard to judge the distance of other vehicles especially at night","quote_3_odi":"11689937","quote_3_text":"Driver's side mirror wobbles/vibrates at highway speeds causing blurriness of objects and LED light trials. The dealer serviced it with a Subaru provided Service Bulletin #12-268-25 but still have the issue after that initial fix","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Crosstrek","model_slug":"crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2025-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734289","quote_1_text":"my sunroof exploded. I was on the highway, no trucks around to shed debris, when I heard a pop and then the sound of glass breaking. I was near my home so I got there and then inspected the sunroof. The glass was pushed upward at the center of the sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11658700","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], at [XXX] , my sunroof spontaneously exploded outwards while driving at 65mph going north bound. There was not an object that struck the vehicle. The next vehicle ahead of me was nearly 1/4 mile ahead of me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-driver-seat-weld-failure","label":"Driver seat frame weld failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11519886","quote_1_text":"My 2010 Subaru Forester's driver seat does not raise up on with the power buttons. I can hear the motor but the front of the seat will not move. Last week, the right side was not moving and now both sides are not. I can physically move the front half of the seat up and down","quote_2_odi":"11509812","quote_2_text":"The weld on the left side of the seat broken causing the seat cushion to be loose. After quick internet searching, this seems to a be a somewhat common occurrence. I weight 170 Lbs and the car has 140K miles","quote_3_odi":"10994068","quote_3_text":"THE LOWER DRIVER'S SEAT FRAME SNAPPED APART AND NOW SAGS HEAVILY ON THE LEFT, MAKING IT FAR LESS SAFE IN AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-oil-consumption-head-gasket","label":"Excessive oil consumption and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11704112","quote_1_text":"The engine in my 2010 Subaru Forester (VIN: [XXX] ) suffered a sudden and complete mechanical failure on November 15, 2025. While driving, the vehicle abruptly lost power without any warning lights or messages","quote_2_odi":"11429899","quote_2_text":"At 90,000 miles the head gaskets need replacing (a $2600 repair) on a 2010 car that has been taken care of, all oil changes, all maintenance has been done to. Seems like a failed part. Noticed others have complained about the same issue","quote_3_odi":"10664421","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE ON 2010 SUBARU FORESTER. LAST OIL CHANGE @ 72,328 MILES. VEHICLE RAN OUT OF OIL AT 74,979 MILES. [DOCUMENTATION AVAILABLE ON CONSISTENT REGULAR MAINTENANCE.] *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-rear-brake-wear-corrosion","label":"Premature rear brake wear and brake line corrosion","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10901951","quote_1_text":"REAR BRAKES WORE OUT AT 55K MILES. FRONT BRAKES STILL HAD 7MM WEAR ON THEM. TECHNICIAN SAID IT WAS PROBABLY DUE TO CORROSION OF THE CALIPERS. THE CALIPERS RUSTED, CAUSING THE BRAKE PADS TO BE IN CONSTANT CONTACT WITH THE ROTORS, WEARING THEM OUT PREMATURELY","quote_2_odi":"10628084","quote_2_text":"THE REAR BRAKES ARE COMPLETELY WORN OUT AT 29,700 MILES. THIS WAS DISCOVERED DURING THE MANDATORY ANNUAL VIRGINIA SAFETY INSPECTION. I HAVE OWNED AND DRIVEN CARS FOR 37 YEARS AND I HAVE NEVER SEEN REAR BRAKES WEAR SO FAST. THE FRONT BRAKES LOOK NORMAL FOR A VEHICLE OF THIS AGE","quote_3_odi":"11363617","quote_3_text":"MY BRAKES FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING BECAUSE SUBARU DID NOT PROPERLY ADDRESS RECALL WQK47 ON MY CAR IN 2018 EVEN THOUGH THEY CLAIMED IT WAS COMPLETED. MY BRAKE LINES ARE COMPLETELY CORRODED AND THEY ARE REFUSING TO HONOR THE RECALL THAT THEY IMPROPERLY ADDRESSED 2 YEARS AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11052397","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, THE CAR WAS DRIVING AND HIT A PARKED CAR IN THE CITY, AND THE AIRBAG DEPLOYED TO THE SIZE OF A SOCCER BALL, POPPED, AND JUST SAT THERE. THE CURTAIN NEVER OPENED OR CAME DOWN.THE AIRBAG NEVER REACHED MY FACE NOR DID IT DO ANYTHING FOR ME","quote_2_odi":"11175176","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU FORESTER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10945289","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL LETTER IN THE MAIL IN JULY 2016 INFORMING ME OF THE RECALL OF THE AIRBAGS IN THE PASSENGER FRONT SEAT AND \"UNTIL THIS REPAIR IS PERFORMED, DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.\" IT HAS BEEN 6 MONTHS NOW THAT I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2010-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11377399","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 SUBARU FORESTER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED IN REVERSE FOR THE 3RD TIME. THIS LAST TIME IT HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE DAMAGING IT AND KNOCKED DOWN A PERSON THAT REQUIRED EVALUATION AT THE ER. I WAS IN A CHURCH PARKING LOT THIS LAST TIME","quote_2_odi":"10882115","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKING MY 2010 SUBARU FORESTER SUDDENLY ACCELERATED CAUSING IT TO JUMP OVER A CURB SIDESWIPING A HEDGE JUMPING ANOTHER CURB THEN HITTING A LARGE RAM 150 TRUCK. THE WHOLE TIME I WAS STANDING ON THE BRAKES TRYING TO AVOID PARKED CARS","quote_3_odi":"11501412","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while reversing out of a garage parking space, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration causing the driver to lose control of the vehicle and crash into several other parked vehicles before coming","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-engine-fires","label":"Engine compartment fires","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11574868","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she observed smoke emanating from the engine compartment, and the vehicle began to fill with smoke, prompting her to immediately stop and exit the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11417991","quote_2_text":"As I drove into my driveway smoke started coming out of engine compartment. Behind and under vehicle was a massive leak of either oil or transmission fluid","quote_3_odi":"10604609","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON JUNE 10TH IN THE EVENING, THE CAR BEGAN TO BUCK AND KICK AND NOT RESPOND TO PUSHING ON GAS PEDAL, AT ONE POINT STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND THEN SLOWED DOWN, PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND NOTED THAT BLACK SMOKE AND FLAMES WERE SEEN COMING OUT FROM HOOD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11539303","quote_1_text":"We have come to learn that our 2011 Forester with 95,229 miles is now burning (internally) oil at an alarming rate. The car was making a funny noise so we had it towed to the dealership and they found it was low by 4.8 quarts of oil","quote_2_odi":"11181673","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS BURNING LARGE AMOUNTS OF OIL. NO OIL LIGHT INDICATOR COMES ON TO WARN OF LOW ENGINE OIL. BURNS APPROXIMATELY 2 QUARTS PER 1000 MILES. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR SEVERAL YEARS NOW","quote_3_odi":"10479777","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED CAR NEW 12/2010, DEALER TOLD ME IT USED SYN OIL AND ONLY NEEDED TO BE CHANGED EVERY 7500 MILES. 03/2011 THE CAR HAD 4300 MILES AND WHEN I CHECKED THE OIL IT WAS NOT SHOWING ON THE DIPSTICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-seat-frame-failure","label":"Seat frame and bracket failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11440344","quote_1_text":"Front right side of driver’s seat has collapsed. Possibly due to a broken bracket or weld","quote_2_odi":"10926025","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SEAT WELD BROKE CAUSING LEFT SIDE OF SEAT FRAME TO COLLAPSE","quote_3_odi":"10889121","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE BOTTOM LEFT SIDE OF SEAT IS NOT SUPPORTED. BRACKET IS BROKEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-soft-brake-pedal","label":"Soft brake pedal and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10915212","quote_1_text":"SOFT BRAKE PEDAL THAT CONTINUES DOWN TO FLOOR AFTER PRESSURE APPLIED ; ESPECIALLY WHEN ENGINE COLD OR WHEN ON AN INCLINE. FIRST BROUGHT TO SUBARU OF NEW BERN, N.C. ON AUGUST 8, 2016 WHERE THEY REPLACED BRAKE FLUID","quote_2_odi":"11503801","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, she depressed the brake pedal however, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that his wife used the parking brake to stop vehicle","quote_3_odi":"10538300","quote_3_text":"TOOK VEHICLE IN FOR 30K MAINTENANCE. WHEN I PICKED IT UP DEALER HAD CHANGED BRAKE FLUID (BRAKES HAD BEEN FUNCTIONING PERFECTLY PRIOR). WHEN LEAVING DEALER LOT BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AND I WENT INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2011-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11467901","quote_1_text":"Driving a 2011 Subaru Forester, about 5mph in traffic on city street when car suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated at full gas and rammed into truck in front of me, with no pressure on the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"10522911","quote_2_text":"DRIVER (ADULT FEMALE) WAS BACKING UP TO PARK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. DRIVER LIFTED FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND HIT THE BRAKE. VEHICLE ACCELERATED EVEN MORE","quote_3_odi":"10428425","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN BRAKING WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE WOULD ABNORMALLY ACCELERATE. ON ONE OCCASION WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS AN OCCURRENCE OF ABNORMAL ACCELERATION AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FOUNDATION OF A BUILDING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"subaru-forester-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10892070","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU REGARDING MY FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG. THE NOTICE INCLUDED A NOTE THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT IS UNSAFE FOR USE UNTIL THE AIRBAG HAS BEEN REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"11063366","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I ASKED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP IN SAN FRANCISCO TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIR, AND THERE IS A 9 TO 12 MONTHS WAIT LIST. THEY ARE BASICALLY REFUSING TO DO THE REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"11479163","quote_3_text":"I have tried to get the recall on airbag replaced to no avail, just alot of lip service and never any follow-up on repair of air bag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and soft brake pedal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10726755","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL STIFFENED AND FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11337880","quote_2_text":"A STUCK BRAKE CALIPER PISTON EXTENDED FAR ENOUGH TO RELEASE BRAKE FLUID RESULTING IN COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"10449990","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES THE PEDAL IS FIRM AND RESPONSIVE. SOMETIMES THE PEDAL GOES TOWARDS THE FLOOR BEFORE IT RESPONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11636357","quote_1_text":"Driving on [XXX] South, faint ticking started, then a louder tapping, and I immediately pulled off, luckily, off an exit ramp. AAA towed the Forester to a certified repair shop and the mechanic stated that the engine was blown","quote_2_odi":"11538924","quote_2_text":"There were no warning or indication lights the entire time we were driving. The engine seized without warning and there were never any leaks under the car indicating that I was losing oil","quote_3_odi":"11421378","quote_3_text":"Was down over 3 quarts of oil at around 7,000 miles. No oil warning indicator ever illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11190869","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 1 MPH ENTERING A DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SPONTANEOUSLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE OF A HOUSE","quote_2_odi":"10892782","quote_2_text":"AFTER HITTING A CURB PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT, THE CAR IMMEDIATELY ACCELERATED AT A LIGHTENING SPEED AND RACED AT INCREASING SPEED FORWARD KNOCKING OVER A BUSH AND CRASHING INTO A BRICK WALL OF A CHURCH BUILDING","quote_3_odi":"10533535","quote_3_text":"SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION: STEPPED ON BRAKE TO SLOW DOWN. INSTEAD ENGINE REVS INCREASED AND CAR SPED UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11203744","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V008000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10967258","quote_2_text":"I AM ADVISED, \"UNTIL THIS REPAIR IS PERFORMED, DO NOT ALLOW PASSENGERS TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.\" HOW RIDICULOUS IS THAT????","quote_3_odi":"10984260","quote_3_text":"MY LOCAL SUBARU DEALERSHIP, DOWNTOWN SUBARU OF OAKLAND, CALIFORNIA, HAS REFUSED TO PROVIDE EITHER SERVICE OR A LOANER VEHICLE, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NHTSA'S MANDATED RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANUFACTURERS AND THEIR DEALERSHIPS FOR THIS RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2012-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":105,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11088744","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE TRANSMISSION SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL ON THE HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11019179","quote_2_text":"SINCE MARCH, 2017 MY FORESTER BEGAN MAKING A GRINDING NOISE WHEN I FIRST STARTED THE CAR AND PRESSED THE CLUTCH IN TO REVERSE OUT OF THE GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"10504167","quote_3_text":"WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, 50+ MPH, ANY ATTEMPT TO QUICKLY ACCELERATE CAUSES THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO DOWNSHIFT ALL THE WAY TO SECOND GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"air-bag-deployment-and-recall-parts","label":"Air bag non-deployment and Takata recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11707393","quote_1_text":"I had a family member driving an 2013 Subaru Forester all-wheel drive with a manual transition. The car had crash and rolled. The car at the most rolled twice and none of the air bags never deployed","quote_2_odi":"11430758","quote_2_text":"The side air bags did deploy but the front driver side air bag did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"11193777","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU FORESTER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"brake-pad-caliper-rotor-failure","label":"Brake pad, caliper, and rotor failure affecting braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11496800","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Subaru Forester had some noise (grinding) from the rear passenger side brake pad. I set up an appointment to have it inspected later that week. I then used my car to run an errand several days later. I was driving on the highway and found I had no brakes (brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11128426","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN HEARING A SLIGHT SQUEAKING NOISE WHEN DRIVING. THE OTHER DAY IT WAS A HORRIFIC, LOUD SCREECHING NOISE! TOOK IT IN TO MECHANIC, MY CALIPER IS STUCK","quote_3_odi":"10659442","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS INSPECTED IN APRIL AND APPROVED, BUT BY OCTOBER OF THE SAME YEAR MY BRAKING SYSTEM WAS COMPLETELY RUSTED AND STUCK. MY MECHANIC SAID HE HAD NEVER SEEN ANYTHING LIKE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"engine-oil-consumption-and-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11395083","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL LEAKING FROM VALVE COVER SEALS AND CAM SHAFT SEALS. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 120K MILES. VEHICLE LEAKS APPROXIMATELY 2 QUART OF OIL EVERY 1000MILES. DEALER COST TO REPAIR IS OVER $2500","quote_2_odi":"11064585","quote_2_text":"SUBARU HAS 86K MILES ON IT. WE WERE DRIVING DOWN HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 60MPH AND THE CAR STARTED MAKING A HORRIBLE CLACKING NOISE. THE CAR DIED. WE STARTED IT AGAIN, ALL THE LIGHTS WENT ON AND THE CAR DIED. IT HAD TO BE PUSHED OFF INTO A PARKING LOT","quote_3_odi":"11111527","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH IN BUMPER TO BUMPER TRAFFIC, THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ALONG WITH OTHER UNKNOWN INDICATORS. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROADWAY. THE CONTACT OPENED THE HOOD AND OBSERVED FLAMES COMING FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"headlight-taillight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight and taillight bulb failure repeat replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11492886","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights and taillights became inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who changed the taillight light bulbs approximately 10 times","quote_2_odi":"11055843","quote_2_text":"SINCE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE WE HAVE REPLACED THE DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT 6 TIMES. IN THIS SAME TIME PERIOD WE HAVE REPLACED THE PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHT ONLY ONCE. THIS CONCERNS ME, AS IT MAKES ME THINK THERE IS A WIRING PROBLEM & A POSSIBILITY OF A MORE SEVERE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10681990","quote_3_text":"REAR TAIL LIGHTS CONSTANTLY HAVE MOISTURE IN THEM. THEY SAY THIS WILL EVAPORATE WHEN IT WARMS UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"rearview-mirror-detachment","label":"Rearview mirror detaching from windshield mount","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10681923","quote_1_text":"WHEN TURNING INTO OUR DRIVEWAY, THE REAR VIEW MIRROR FELL OFF. STARTED SWINGING WILDLY UNTIL WE STOPPED IT","quote_2_odi":"10679634","quote_2_text":"THE REAR-VIEW MIRROR ON MY SUBARU FORESTER FELL OFF WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I WAS NOT EVEN TOUCHING IT AT THE TIME. THE IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED WITH THIS VEHICLE, THE FIRST TIME WITHIN 1 YEAR OF PURCHASE","quote_3_odi":"10531708","quote_3_text":"THE MIRROR ON MY CAR FELL OFF WHEN I WENT TO ADJUST IT. I CALLED THE DEALER AND ASKED HOW TO REATTACH IT, THE SERVICE CENTER WAS EVASIVE, I WAS ASKED TO BRING THE CAR IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-speed-control","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11591102","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2013 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while idled in reverse with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated in reverse on its own, colliding with a deck, after which the vehicle shifted into drive and continued to accelerate on its own","quote_2_odi":"10490242","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED TO 30 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10538279","quote_3_text":"WHILE BACKING INTO A GARAGE THERE WAS A UNCONTROLABLE ACCELERATION CAUSING DAMAGE THE THE REAR END OF THE CAR AND ITEMS STORED IN THE GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-airbag-ods-sensor-fault","label":"Occupant detection system airbag sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11566396","quote_1_text":"Occupant Detection System (ODS) system failure causes the front passenger-side airbag system to malfunction, which could mean that the airbag may not deploy during a collision. Although other model years have a product campaign bulletin for this issue (WUM-98R, NHTSA ID","quote_2_odi":"11529127","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that the passenger’s side air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. The diagnostic test showed that the ODS (Occupant Detection","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11648162","quote_1_text":"When cruising about 25mph the car gave a jolt, stalled, and then would speed back up again. All lights then flashed on. I brought it to the dealer and they did a diagnostic check coming back for CVT transmission. They also confirmed it is a known problem and had extended the","quote_2_odi":"11278564","quote_2_text":"VALVE BODY SOLENOID INSIDE THE CVT TRANSMISSION FAILED AND FULLY LOCKED UP. SUBARU STATES THAT THEIR CVT TRANSMISSION NEVER NEEDS TO BE SERVICED BUT COVERS THE CVT TO 100,000 MILES. SHORTY AFTER A HUNDRED THOUSAND MILES, THE VALVE BODY SOLENOID FAILED AND SUBARU OF AMERICA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11670685","quote_1_text":"I just found out that there was a problem with oil consumption in a 2014 subaru forester.I purchase it two years ago.Is there anything they can do to fix it","quote_2_odi":"11307009","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD ONGOING ISSUES WITH THE OIL CONSUMPTION ON THIS VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD A COUPLE OF OIL CONSUMPTION TESTS RUN ON THIS CAR AND THEY CLAIM THAT IT PASSES, (EVEN THOUGH I CAN BARELY MAKE IT 4K WITHOUT HAVING TO ADD MORE OIL TO THE CAR) TODAY THE CAR IS BACK AT SERVICE TO FIX","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in cylinder","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11243909","quote_1_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION, WONT COME OUT! THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11414175","quote_2_text":"THE IGNITION CYCLINDER WILL NOT RELEASE VEHICLE KEY. UPON TURNING OFF VEHICLE AND ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION THE KEY WILL NOT TURN PAST ON TO THE OFF POSITION. IT CAN TAKE SEVERAL TRIES OF CYCLING ON AND OFF BEFORE THE KEY CAN BE REMOVED. ISSUE IS INTERMITTENT,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Liftgate strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11430029","quote_1_text":"Tailgate problem - car was in stopped position. I was unloading groceries so opened the tailgate. The tailgate opened and paused in it's highest position for a second and then slammed abruptly with intense speed. The speed of the closure is enough to injure someone or cause","quote_2_odi":"11427126","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Subaru Forester. While attempting to open the liftgate, the contact stated that the left strut on the liftgate fractured which caused the liftgate to independently close. Upon investigation, the contact discovered that strut bolt was corroded which led to","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11289526","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH AND THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR COIL SPRING COLLAPSED. WE HEARD A LOUD METAL BANG AND WHEN WE GOT HOME I NOTICED THE COIL SPRING WAS BROKEN","quote_2_odi":"11242624","quote_2_text":"BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS FAILED AT APPROXIMATELY 6\" ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE COIL. BOTH FAILED AT EXACTLY THE SAME TIME. THE VEHICLE WAS UP ON JACKS AND AS I WAS REMOVING THE BRAKE ROTORS TO REPLACE THE ROTORS AND PADS I HEARD A LOUD CRACK FOLLOWED BY THE METAL PARTS LANDING ON THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":403,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11325012","quote_1_text":"CAR ACCELERATED WHEN I WAS PRESSING THE BRAKE TO PARK MY CAR IN A PRIVATE COMPANY'S PARKING LOT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11700275","quote_2_text":"I was driving my 2014 Subaru Forester (about 148,000 miles) behind a minivan at a safe distance and speed. Without warning, my vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Despite applying the brakes, shifting into low gear, and using the emergency brake, I was unable to slow it down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-airbag-ods-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11541759","quote_1_text":"The automatic occupant detection system sensor no longer registers if a passenger is sitting in the front passenger seat, thus the front passenger’s frontal airbag is not turned on when driving with a passenger in the front seat","quote_2_odi":"11525565","quote_2_text":"Passenger seat airbag is disabled even when there is a passenger present. The passenger seat occupant sensor system appears to be faulty. Check airbag system warning light comes on even if the passenger seat is occupied. The problem is persistent","quote_3_odi":"11663506","quote_3_text":"Starting towards the beginning of March, my vehicle stopped detecting if someone was sitting in that seat and permanently disabled the airbags","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11419658","quote_1_text":"This vehicle currently has about 65,000 miles on it. I have had to replace the battery twice since owning it (new). The first replacement was at 50283 miles and then again at 57335 miles","quote_2_odi":"11425173","quote_2_text":"There have been numerous instances of the battery being drained when nothing was left on or running. This has happened on at least four different occasions, with two of these leading to a need for calling for assistance","quote_3_odi":"11444421","quote_3_text":"I have had to replace my battery about every 16 months. Seems like something is draining the battery prematurely. I shouldn't have to keep buying new batteries every year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-cvt-failure","label":"CVT whine, hesitation, and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11728666","quote_1_text":"The vehicle developed a pronounced whining noise that increases with vehicle speed, consistent with internal CVT bearing or pulley failure","quote_2_odi":"11510749","quote_2_text":"We were driving at 75 mph in the left lane when our car suddenly dropped in speed to 40 mph as though the transmission had dropped into neutral. There were no warning lights or any indication about what was happening","quote_3_odi":"11606334","quote_3_text":"Immediately upon leaving the dealership, the car kept jolting and shuddering, but no maintenance lights were lit on the dashboard. Upon returning it to the dealership, we were notified that the whole transmission would need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-highway-power-loss","label":"Engine power loss at highway speed with fuel in tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11548450","quote_1_text":"On six occasions since 2020, our Subaru Forester has lost engine power at highway speeds after being driven for 2 hours on an interstate. On each occasion, we had to pull to the shoulder of the road with no engine power and restart the car","quote_2_odi":"11627992","quote_2_text":"The fuel gauge showed 2 or 3 bars left and the estimated mileage left was 40-70 miles left when the car lost forward power, the lights still worked and electrical systems were functional but it was as though there was not gas left. We had to call a tow truck to bring us gas","quote_3_odi":"11495514","quote_3_text":"I was on the MA Pike in the middle of three lanes going 70mph and all my red lights came on, the engine revved high RPM, then seemed to be getting no gas and next stalled out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-horn-roll-connector","label":"Horn failure from steering roll connector","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11591422","quote_1_text":"Horn on steering wheel stopped working. Don't know when it stopped working, no lights, warnings on dash, nothing. You only use horn when you need it and when needed for safety concerns, it did not work","quote_2_odi":"11508630","quote_2_text":"The horn became intermittently functional and now is no longer working and it has been diagnosed as the roll connector","quote_3_odi":"11607153","quote_3_text":"The horn stopped working. Upon inspection at the Subaru dealership they confirmed that the steering wheel roll connector had an open circuit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11491069","quote_1_text":"The engine on my 2015 Subaru Forester consumes oil at a very high rate. I use fully synthetic oil and within 1,000-2,000 miles, I have to top it off due to excessive \"burn off\"","quote_2_odi":"11439452","quote_2_text":"The engine consumes oil at a very high rate. I get my oil changed (fully synthetic) every 5,000 miles. However, at about 3,000 miles of use, my oil light comes on at the dash","quote_3_odi":"11606105","quote_3_text":"Oil consumption issue starting within the first 3 years of owning the vehicle. Oil light comes on generally after driving 2,000 miles or less from the last oil change or oil fill up, but prior to the light turning on there are acceleration issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-rear-wheel-bearing","label":"Rear wheel bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11533929","quote_1_text":"Both Rear Wheel bearings failed and required replacement at 65,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11476429","quote_2_text":"Noticed an ongoing \"humming\" noise coming from the rear of our 2015 Subaru Forester which got considerably louder at highway speeds. This sounded like a bad wheel bearing BUT THE CAR HAD ONLY 46, 800 mi","quote_3_odi":"11619479","quote_3_text":"My wife’s 2015 Subaru Forester is reported to have a bad rear driver side wheel bearing from our mechanic. She only has 58,464 miles at the time of the incident/ diagnosis. I believe this wheel bearing has prematurely failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":613,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11715389","quote_1_text":"On 3 different occasions the car randomly accelerated at a high speed without stepping on the gas pedal. The first time was in a parking lot. The second time was on a busy road while traveling at 35 mph","quote_2_odi":"11551532","quote_2_text":"As I applied the brakes preparing to stop, the car suddenly and without warning quickly accelerated and crashed into the building causing extensive damage to the building and the vehicle. The air bag did not react","quote_3_odi":"11440210","quote_3_text":"I was braking with my right foot only traveling 5 miles per hour and suddenly the car accelerated over a parking stop and into the bank building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-cvt-hesitation-and-lurch","label":"CVT hesitation and lurching when pulling away from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11606047","quote_1_text":"5 different warning lights all came on at the same time. Before that I noticed occasionally there was a delay starting again at a stoplight. Reputable mechanic replaced the valve body of the transmission","quote_2_odi":"11597922","quote_2_text":"The transmission started to fail and each time i stopped at an intersection, it would start to idle roughly and try and lurch foreward even with the brake fully depressed","quote_3_odi":"11471298","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle started jerking and hesitating while attempting to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and the transmission fluid was flushed; however, after retrieving the vehicle the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-horn-clock-spring-failure","label":"Horn failure traced to steering wheel clock spring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11520351","quote_1_text":"The horn does not work due to failure of the clock spring. This is a common problem among many Subaru vehicles. Without the use of a horn warning noises cannot be made to alert other drivers of potential hazards","quote_2_odi":"11532772","quote_2_text":"The Horn stopped working in the vehicle. This is a known issue with many Subarus. The horn is essential for safety reasons due to this the vehicle cannot pass a safety inspection. The culprit of this issue is the electrical coil spring component in the steering wheel behind the…","quote_3_odi":"11485198","quote_3_text":"The horn does not respond when pressing the button on the steering wheel. The only works if the steering wheel is turned. This is a hazard as the horn is needed to prevent a collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Ignition key not releasing with shifter in Park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11434984","quote_1_text":"At least a couple of times a week, the key gets stuck in the ignition. I can turn the car off, but I can't remove the key. If I start the car back up and shift it into Drive, and then slam it back into Park, after several tries, I can remove the key","quote_2_odi":"11362183","quote_2_text":"WHEN VEHICLE IS PLACED IN PARK AFTER A TRIP, THE KEY BECOMES STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE VEHICLE IS ABLE TO BE TURNED OFF BUT THE KEY IS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"11428820","quote_3_text":"Per Subaru's TSB 16-112-18R, it appears that my 2016 Subaru Forester XT is experiencing a failing Park-Range switch. Starting around July 26, 2021, I started having issues trying to take the key out while in Park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11448232","quote_1_text":"The Controller Area Network (\"CAN\") did not enter sleep mode when the car was turned off, resulting in a \"parasitic battery drain.\" I replaced 3 batteries over a period of 24 months of ownership, and just paid $1355 to have the manufacturer-installed computer chip replaced to…","quote_2_odi":"11450455","quote_2_text":"Parasitic drain after car left parked and locked for ~4 days. This has occurred since I purchased the car new in 2016. I have replaced the battery 4 times but it has not helped the issue. I am now forced to leave the car plugged in to a battery tender when parked","quote_3_odi":"11442143","quote_3_text":"Even with a new battery, car battery dies if car isn’t run at least every 2 or 3 days, meaning I can’t rely on car if I take a trip of any length and leave the car behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-passenger-ods-airbag-off","label":"Passenger occupant detection sensor turning airbag off","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725381","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety-critical failure of the passenger-side Occupant Detection System (ODS) in my 2016 Subaru Forester, which deactivates the airbag while the seat is occupied. This issue was first documented at an authorized Subaru dealer on 11/15/2023","quote_2_odi":"11685559","quote_2_text":"Multiple times over the last 4 months the passenger airbag has turned off when there is a passenger occupying the seat and the SRS light turns on. The related code is B1650","quote_3_odi":"11676215","quote_3_text":"Sensor on passenger side airbag stays off at times when there is a passenger in the seat. The notification on the dash and above the GPS screen notifies the driver that the airbag is off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11362843","quote_1_text":"MY 2016 SUBARU FORESTER HAS TWICE EXPERIENCED A SUDDEN ENGINE STALL WHILE CRUISING AT APPROX. 70 MPH WHEN THE FUEL WAS LOW. IN BOTH CASES THE LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT WAS NOT ON AND THE VEHICLE SHOWED FUEL IN THE TANK WITH FUEL RANGE OF 70-100 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11612794","quote_2_text":"Engine died. Pulled over. No warning lights, it just died. Waited for a tow but after an hour, tried to start and it started right up. Had 1/4 tank of fuel left, but got more and got home ok","quote_3_odi":"11383476","quote_3_text":"THIS CAR WILL SUDDENLY LOSE POWER WHEN UNDERWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING OR PREDICTABILITY. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS IF ENTERING TRAFFIC OR EVEN WHEN MOVING ON CONGESTED ROADS. NO ABILITY TO ACCELERATE AT ALL, THE CAR JUST DIES WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11480344","quote_1_text":"I pulled into a parking space with a friend and as I turned the wheel to pull in and had the foot on the break, as soon as I let up on the brake the car lurched forward. Luckily, I slammed back on the brake since my foot has just come off it","quote_2_odi":"11468988","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while attempting to park in a driveway, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated causing the contact to crash into a building wall. There were no injuries sustained. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11523588","quote_3_text":"While stopped at a “STOP” sign, the Subaru Forester unintentionally accelerated into a tree although the brake pedals were repeatedly utilized; it was totaled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2016-wheel-lug-stud-fracture","label":"Wheel lug studs stripping or fracturing","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":409,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11509834","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic on four separate occasions to rotate the tires; and each time the contact was notified that one lug bolt on each wheel had fractured","quote_2_odi":"11461838","quote_2_text":"Vehicles wheel studs and nuts striped. Common complaint with Subaru's. Nuts won't come off and unable to completely put back on to contact with rim. Nuts also won't come off all together, frozen on stud, studs breaks when trying to remove","quote_3_odi":"11641195","quote_3_text":"We have had numerous problems with the wheel lug stems on this car. One issue was very serious. We were driving from New Jersey down to Florida, and two of the lug stems snapped off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeat battery failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11476863","quote_1_text":"2 new battery drains dead just sitting in the driveway.","quote_2_odi":"11492155","quote_2_text":"I have had to replace my Subaru Forester battery at least 4 times since I have owned it. The battery dies within a few days of replacing and I am forced to jumpstart the vehicle every time I want to drive. This has been happening since the day I bought the vehicle...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-control-arm-bushing-wear","label":"Front lower control arm bushing wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11744910","quote_1_text":"The front lower control arm bushing were breaking apart at 53,156 miles. Shop reported significant play in the wheel while on the stand. Sounds like a safety hazards.","quote_2_odi":"11469926","quote_2_text":"46,000 miles and the lower control arm is broken. Causing the vehicle to shake and almost be undrivable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-exhaust-leak-cat-converter","label":"Exhaust leak into cabin and catalytic converter failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-02 to 2025-03","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11623867","quote_1_text":"My subaru forester started smelling and rattling loud. My mechanic told me it could be the muffler. I took it to the muffler shop and it was the catalytic converter. I had to pay $800 to fix it but my friend who had the same exact car had it replaced at Subaru for free...","quote_2_odi":"11558302","quote_2_text":"Forester in known for chronic exhaust leak into cabin through AC vents. Reported this to dealership and they \"could not find the problem.\" Cabin of vehicle smells heavily of exhaust. Driver gets headache from smell/gas while driving. Internet forums show this...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in ignition switch after parking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-08 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11520919","quote_1_text":"Ignition key does not come out after I put the car in park.","quote_2_odi":"11482105","quote_2_text":"I am unable to remove key from ignition switch when the car is placed in park requiring shifting several times to finally remove key. 2017 Forester with less than 40,000 miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-passenger-airbag-ods-recall","label":"Passenger-side airbag deactivation after recall repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11603720","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag alert for not working. Came on was repaired by dealer came on again. Dealer says part needed not currently available. Part needed is the passenger seat.","quote_2_odi":"11678389","quote_2_text":"Passenger airbag light comes on saying off while passenger is in the car","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-transmission-stall-clutch","label":"Transmission stall and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 to 2024-09","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11500879","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 Subaru Forester Touring. It has stalled on acceleration twice. Once on a divided highway attempting to increase speed going up slight incline around 60mph. It stalled and shut off. It also stalled but didn't completely shut off...","quote_2_odi":"11520696","quote_2_text":"automatic transmission shifting sluggish","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11477728","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN I was pulling toward a parking space. We heard a loud revving sound and the car jumped forward. I braked and then after a short discussion with my passenger trying to figure out what just happened I proceeded to turn into the space...","quote_2_odi":"11473436","quote_2_text":"Sitting in line to get gas and when I put car in Drive it went to full throttle and struck two vehicles in front of me. Car ended up on resting on driver's side and had to be towed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2017-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2021-12 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":578,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11594737","quote_1_text":"Cracked windshield for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11481933","quote_2_text":"The windshield cracked without anything happening. It started at the bottom and moved it's way up.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-ac-compressor-failure","label":"AC compressor and condenser failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-08 -> 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11710521","quote_1_text":"The AC compressor needs replaced and I see a lot of complaints on-line about this specific model- 2018 Forester so I am reporting in case it may help with a recall. Cost to repair is $2,000+. Right now it may only be covered under warranty or through a TSB goodwill...","quote_2_odi":"11683935","quote_2_text":"While driving the vehicle I began to hear a loud grinding noise from the engine compartment when the A/C was engaged. I pulled over to look under the hood and it sounded like the noise was coming from the serpentine belt. Upon inspection by a Subaru dealership it...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Battery parasitic drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-05 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11505156","quote_1_text":"My car is a 2018 with only 28100 miles on it. I have now had to replace the battery three times. Subaru tells me I need to drive it every two days in order to keep it from discharging the battery. This is unacceptable. Clearly there is a parasitic drain. My issue...","quote_2_odi":"11456315","quote_2_text":"Battery continues to drain when car is parked/off causing a required jump start and then recharging of the battery. Dealer replaced battery one time in 2019 (with expense to owner) and recommended driving car every couple of days to ensure it does not draw down...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-control-arm-bushing","label":"Front lower control arm bushing wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-01 -> 2025-11 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11544285","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Lower control arm bushings are worn out. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle starts to wobble and vibrate violently when driving...","quote_2_odi":"11585233","quote_2_text":"Lower control arm bushing initial stages of premature failure. Issue is a known common defect. No safety incident yet, but potential for steering and control issues while driving. Bushing crack was discovered during brake inspection at 45k miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump stalling and power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2025-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11661980","quote_1_text":"Fuel Pump. Stalled in intersection in middle lane at expressway entrance. Car stalled 3 x before I could move out of intersection to safety. Kept pressing gas peddle but car would not move then sputtered going a few feet before stopping again. 3x Cars were going...","quote_2_odi":"11651173","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to be restarted. After...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-passenger-airbag-ods","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11695780","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag light in my 2018 Subaru Forester intermittently turns off and on, even when the seat is occupied. The vehicle has never been in a crash, and the airbags have not deployed. This issue raises serious safety concerns, especially since it may prevent...","quote_2_odi":"11487009","quote_2_text":"Air bag sensor in passenger seat doesn't recognize when someone is in it therefore keeping it from activating in the event of an accident. There was a recall (Subaru # WUM98R, NHTSA campaign # 19V701) for that problem for 2015-2018 model years which mine is and with...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-01 -> 2025-06 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11453186","quote_1_text":"Unknown system that failed but vehicle equiped with EyeSight and all of Subaru safety features. Air bag did not deploy. Pulling into curbed parking space at city park. Speed <10 mph while in parking lot. Applied brake while pulling in space to park and car...","quote_2_odi":"11455220","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving approximately 2 MPH while pulling into a parking spot, the vehicle lurched forward. The contact stated that she heard the engine revving but did not notice any warning lights. The contact...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2026-05 (200 most-recent of 487 total)","source_complaint_count":487,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11505559","quote_1_text":"Windshield crack developed in July of 2022 on the passenger side of the vehicle. The small crack grew large within a day, covering half the windshield. This crack developed out of nowhere - no items had hit the windshield. In January of 2023, less than a year...","quote_2_odi":"11448115","quote_2_text":"I bought my 2018 Subaru Forester in may of 2020 it is now January of 2022 and I have replaced the entire windshield THREE TIMES. If requested, my vehicle can be inspected. It is clear that this windshield is too fragile and poses a safety risk for myself and...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-auto-stop-start-stall","label":"Engine stall at stops with auto start/stop engaged","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11699899","quote_1_text":"When at a red light or in a traffic slowdown, the car will activate the auto start/stop system. Three times in the past 2 days, the car would not turn back on and required me to turn the car off and back on again","quote_2_odi":"11686000","quote_2_text":"At a stop light, auto stop engaged. When foot put on gas, engine died and every warning light the car has appeared on the dash board. It took several tries, but I did get the car started again","quote_3_odi":"11593804","quote_3_text":"The auto stop/start function is erratic. Many times the function fails to start the car after a stop. The car stalls. It requires car to put in park and have to restart the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-automatic-braking-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11700763","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, and the vehicle immediately decelerated to 56 MPH. The failure was intermittent but had occurred several times over 5 years","quote_2_odi":"11534336","quote_2_text":"We were travelling at approximately 55 to 60 mph when the brakes engaged suddenly and brought us to an almost immediate stop. This happened so quickly that it destroyed out transmission, cv joints and brakes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-battery-drain","label":"Battery discharge preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11729108","quote_1_text":"We have replaced the battery twice and likely will need a third battery soon. I have learned that there is a known issue with the DCM trying to connect using 3G. This is causing a parasitic drain on the battery. The vehicle will fail to start","quote_2_odi":"11497436","quote_2_text":"Battery drain quickly. Overnight battery drain. Car driven for over 40 miles and the following day the battery is drained and won't start. Car left for one week with out driving - battery drained and won't start","quote_3_odi":"11505534","quote_3_text":"Apparently the electrical system drains the battery when the car is not being used. If I let my car sit for 3 days the battery will be dead when I come out to use it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11710626","quote_1_text":"The Thermal Control Valve on my Subaru Forester failed while I was driving recently. The failure caused the car to stop while making a turn. It was a very frightening experience. Luckily at that time the traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11585585","quote_2_text":"On April 16, 2024 the Thermo Control Valve on my 2019 Subaru Forester failed while I was going 70 mph in the middle lane of rush hour traffic. All of the warning lights came on at once as my engine stalled","quote_3_odi":"11553451","quote_3_text":"The check engine light came on and all of the eyesight components on the car were disabled as I was traveling down the highway at 70 mph (this included the adaptive cruise control, the lane departure warning, forward collision warning, etc)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop or parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11724205","quote_1_text":"While waiting for my garage door to go all the way up, my car suddenly accelerated forcefully and lunged through the garage and into my home through the wall","quote_2_odi":"11511977","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle suddenly unintendedly accelerated. The contact depressed the brake pedal to regain control of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":831,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-06","quote_1_odi":"11515850","quote_1_text":"The front windshield on my 2019 Subaru Forester has cracked for no apparent reason. The crack arcs upward from the base of the driver's left side near the wiper blade through the middle part of the lower center windshield approximately 20-22 inches","quote_2_odi":"11564371","quote_2_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked without any known impact or damage. Vehicle was not in motion at time. Sitting at stoplight heard a ping and then noticed crack across bottom of windshield affecting visibility","quote_3_odi":"11671524","quote_3_text":"Cracked windshield - Subaru windshields are weak and crack easily. I've been driving 45 years, never had a cracked windshield. I bought a new 2019 Subaru Forester and have had 3 cracked windshields","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-auto-start-stop-stall","label":"Auto start-stop stall and no-restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11660101","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle's Automatic Stop-Start System Engaged as usual when the car came to a stop (e.g., at a red light or in traffic). However, when releasing the brake, the Automatic Stop-Start System failed to restart the engine. Not only it failed to restart the engine…","quote_2_odi":"11628535","quote_2_text":"This has happened multiple times, is increasing in frequency. Stopped in traffic at a red light. The Auto Stop/Start was enabled and activated when stopped at the light. When the light turned green, tried to go, but the AS/S system failed. A “No Eyesight” warning flashed and…","quote_3_odi":"11720770","quote_3_text":"My son, [XXX] is currently driving this car. The car only has 29,200 miles so far. Last week, while at the stop light on the hill, he had near fatal accident! Forester suddenly completed shut down. The only functioning part was the brake. My son had to put the car in park and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11489643","quote_1_text":"Repeated experiences of battery going dead after simply opening and closing doors a few times a day for four days. Engine was not started in this time. All interior light were off and rear hatch remained closed. Safety risk is being stranded in rural locations, at times with no…","quote_2_odi":"11594133","quote_2_text":"I picked-up my new 2020 Subaru Forester on January 2, 2020. Within two years the battery became too weak to start the engine. Since then, I've had to repeatedly charge the battery. Now a battery maintainer is constantly connected to the battery.","quote_3_odi":"11719471","quote_3_text":"The airbag system has a sensor issue and I keep getting warnings from Subaru to get it fixed because it affects the seatbelts. The garage where I take my car says they are unable to get the part needed for the passenger sensor. And, Subaru says they need to replace the whole…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-power-liftgate","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11627170","quote_1_text":"The automatic rear liftgate opens all the way, then closes automatically on your head/back. This has been happening with my car for over a year. When it started, it was occasional, but now it happens nearly every time. When it closes, it does so with considerable force, and has…","quote_2_odi":"11631660","quote_2_text":"Automated lift gate opened fully, and then immediately closed without warning upon a person who was trying to access the back, nearly causing injury. It is unknown what precisely is failing within the lift gate and it is available for review.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve and EyeSight warning lights","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11589544","quote_1_text":"2020 SUBARU FORESTER JUST HAD A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEAR. THE ENGINE MALFUNCTION CODE IS P26A3, WHICH IS A DEFECTIVE THERMOSTATIC CONTROL VALVE. THIS MALFUNCTION ALSO AFFECTS THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURERS ADVANCED DRIVER ASSITANCE SYSTEMS SUCH AS: \"EYESIGHT\" BLIND SPOT MONITORING…","quote_2_odi":"11578588","quote_2_text":"The thermo control valve failed causing the coolant to run at full and not allowing the engine to reach proper temperature and the heating system to not provide heat, also it caused multiple safety systems to turn off including eye sight, emergency braking, rear auto brake, lane…","quote_3_odi":"11585787","quote_3_text":"The thermo valve leaked into connector, causing engine to shut down abruptly to prevent overheating. This happened at 70 mph on interstate highway in traffic. Part was replaced with modified thermo valve later. Barely able to coast to narrow shoulder flanked by deep ditch, with…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and EyeSight braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11599272","quote_1_text":"Eyesight pre-collision braking feature and pre-collision throttle management feature malfunctioned and caused the 2020 Forester to accelerate unexpectedly and lurch forward while I was manually braking and slowing to come to a complete stop behind two other vehicles stopped at a…","quote_2_odi":"11575411","quote_2_text":"On 11/18/2023, as soon as I started the vehicle, put it in reverse and let off the brake to back down the driveway, the car made a loud unfamiliar noise (like bzzzzzt) and suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated on its own. Nothing worked, brakes, automatic gear shift, gas pedal…","quote_3_odi":"11652853","quote_3_text":"I was on cruise control, and it randomly decided to go 81 MPH instead of 50 mph i set it to, it did not respond when I tried to turn off the cruise control, and I ended up crashing into a semi, I survived but my [XXX] daughter died.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 590 total)","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11589535","quote_1_text":"On Monday, 5/13/24, I got in my car and there was a crack across the windshield that was not there earlier in the day. It seems to have spontaneously cracked for no known reason.","quote_2_odi":"11585119","quote_2_text":"The windshield developed a spontaneous crack, starting at the base of the right passenger windshield wiper and traveling in a line up toward the middle in a slanted line. There is no spike, no rock hit, nothing to have caused this. I believe it is a stress fracture as reported…","quote_3_odi":"11579906","quote_3_text":"Fourth windshield crack in 4 years. Enough. Please do a recall of this model.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-auto-stop-start-restart-failure","label":"Auto Stop/Start restart failure and battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748058","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Subaru Forester has a recurring, worsening defect in the Idle Stop/Start (ISS) system that creates a stalling hazard. When ISS shuts the engine off at a stop, the engine intermittently fails to restart when I try to move again","quote_2_odi":"11635323","quote_2_text":"12/14/24-I was stopped at a red light at a VERY busy intersection. The engine was in stop mode by the start/stop feature. When the light turned green, the car failed to start. The entire car shut down, with alarms sounding and dash lights flashing","quote_3_odi":"11696842","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has experienced four separate engine shutdowns while stopped in traffic. Each time, the engine turned off unexpectedly, requiring a manual restart. One incident occurred near a railroad crossing with my child in the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-eyesight-false-activation","label":"EyeSight driver-assist false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672501","quote_1_text":"While driving on I-17 Southbound near mile marker 311 at approximately 75 mph, I experienced a sudden and dangerous malfunction of the Lane Keep Assist (Auto-Steer) system in a 2021 Subaru Forester","quote_2_odi":"11680124","quote_2_text":"On August 12, 2025, at approximately 10:16 AM, while driving at normal speed on CR-43 NW southbound just past Minnesota Ave in Big Lake, MN, my Subaru’s EyeSight Driver Assist System, specifically the Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) / Pre-Collision Braking System, suddenly","quote_3_odi":"11560155","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the automatic emergency braking system activated, bringing the vehicle to a complete stop. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-front-suspension-bushing-failure","label":"Front suspension bushing and sway bar failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11483619","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that on two separate occasions while driving below 35 MPH, the sway bar fractured and detached from the subframe of the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11696387","quote_2_text":"Issue started with hearing a clunking noise from the front of the car, had the dealer inspect at 37,000 miles. They said they the clunking was caused by ECU issue and reprogrammed the ECU to correct it. Obviously, a software update did not correct the noise","quote_3_odi":"11423682","quote_3_text":"Top bolt on strut fell out. Caused wheel to collapse and bent drive axle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713463","quote_1_text":"On January16,2026 while driving from Houston,TX to Austin TX the vehicle experienced a complete loss of power on Highway 71 W. We were traveling at approximately 70 MPH when the engine completely failed","quote_2_odi":"11573729","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was parked and idling unoccupied for under 5 minutes when an extremely noxious, hot blast of fumes came from underneath the back","quote_3_odi":"11564774","quote_3_text":"Thermo control valve failed at about 42000 miles on 2021 Subaru Forester Premium, on 1/1/24. Owned 3 yrs 1 mo. Car was parked at work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723858","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 4 MPH and slowing to park, the vehicle accelerated on its own. The contact stated that the vehicle drove out of the parking lot and crashed into a wall","quote_2_odi":"11499550","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while shifting the vehicle into the drive gear, the vehicle accelerated at high speed without any warning and drove into the wall of her garage causing front damage to the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11688867","quote_3_text":"Unintentional Acceleration - 2 times within 4 days of each incident. 9/17/25 while stopped to pull into a parking lot my 2021 Subaru Forester accelerated as I was stopped. I had to slam on the brakes, take a deep breath and was shocked at the pull and speed the car wanted to go","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":207,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11521522","quote_1_text":"Subaru's Windshield problems persist. Bought a 2021 forester in 2021, shortly after had a small chip turn into a giant crack in a matter of days. Dealership wouldn't repair under warranty, so $1000+ to have it replaced and Eyesight recalibrated","quote_2_odi":"11444187","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Forester. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH and passing a vehicle, he heard a sound coming from the windshield and the windshield cracked from the driver side to the middle of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11592004","quote_3_text":"I was driving along the highway when I heard the sound of a pebble hitting my windshield. When I got home, I immediately checked my windshield and did not see any damage. I was quite relieved. Two hours later, I looked out and saw a very long crack had appeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-12v-battery-failure","label":"12V battery failure and unexpected discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11592408","quote_1_text":"At 7:30 am on 21May2024 I came out to find the car was dead, no electrical power at all, it would not start.  I called Subaru customer service and arranged to have the battery jumped.  When the tow driver tried to start the car, my car drained his battery in about 30 seconds","quote_2_odi":"11497251","quote_2_text":"The battery was completely discharged overnight when the car was only 4 months old.  We had a flatbed tow to a dealer who charged the battery and performed tests which all checked out ok.  Said we weren't driving the car often enough.  This same battery discharge happened 3 more…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-engine-fire","label":"Engine fire following collision or fuel system failure","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11484729","quote_1_text":"I was driving to work and my car started stalling. So i pulled into a parking spot and when I got out I noticed a trail of oil behind the car. I closed the door and the car started smoking and within seconds it was in flames. I bought it on 7/25 and on 8/3 it was gone. It only…","quote_2_odi":"11491612","quote_2_text":"-Engine failure: fuel line issue causing 2022 Subaru Forester Wilderness to catch fire and explode - beforehand rod bearing was pulverized in separate incident a few months prior - engine was then replaced and car exploded 600 miles later causing total loss of vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-eyesight-phantom-brake","label":"EyeSight phantom braking and AEB false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11534026","quote_1_text":"We were going about 75-80MPH, as the speed limit was 70MPH on the highway. My cruise control was NOT on , and there were no cars in front of us. However the collision breaking went off and it put the breaks down HARD. My kids all went flying forward causing the seatbelts to lock…","quote_2_odi":"11648782","quote_2_text":"The pre-collision braking system slammed my car to a stop when I was going 30 mph on a straight country road, and there was nothing in front of me or on the side of the road. No one anywhere around. It was 1 PM with good weather. Nothing to trigger the pre-collision braking…","quote_3_odi":"11528910","quote_3_text":"While driving on interstate 75 north in Florida, the forward collision warning came on indicating something in the road. The system brought the vehicle to a dead stop on the highway and there was nothing in the road. This happened 4 times!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-eyesight-system-shutdown","label":"EyeSight system shutdown and software failure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749419","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2022 Subaru Forester, the factory EyeSight autonomous safety system completely failed and disabled itself permanently. The total system shutdown caused an immediate loss of Pre-Collision Emergency Braking, Lane Change Detection, and Adaptive Cruise Control…","quote_2_odi":"11717893","quote_2_text":"My Subaru Forrester Eyesight system cuts out and is disabled while driving, including while the cruise control was engaged causing me to brake hard while driving to avoid a collision and a message announcing it is disabled is displayed on the screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-led-headlight-dark-spots","label":"LED headlight dark spots and shadow projection","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11454147","quote_1_text":"There are two large shaded dark spots directly in your field of vision.  These are approximately fifteen to twenty feet directly in front of the vehicle. 2.The cutoff lines are jagged and irregular with low points dropping down.  These are always in motion with the steering…","quote_2_odi":"11492844","quote_2_text":"I purchased my Forester Wilderness on 11/5/22 - this problem is with the headlights. I have a serious safety concern  1. There are two large shaded dark spots directly in my field of vision. These are approximately fifteen to twenty feet directly in front of the vehicle and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-rear-glass-spontaneous-break","label":"Rear window spontaneous cracking and shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11465227","quote_1_text":"On May 12, 2022, when I got in my vehicle and closed the driver's side door, I heard a crackling sound. When I looked in the rearview mirror, I could see a gaping hole in the rear windshield and glass falling everywhere. I got out of the vehicle to inspect it. The rear…","quote_2_odi":"11725294","quote_2_text":"Back window shattered spontaneously.  No known cause.  No evidence of vandalism.  Temperature did drop 45 degrees over night.  Shut side door and back window shattered.  Had not started car yet.  Rear defroster not engaged","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11562680","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking space at my apartment complex. I had my foot on the BRAKE, and the vehicle slowed as I approached the space. As I turned into the space with my foot light on the brake, the engine suddenly revved and the Forester surged forward. AT NO POINT DID I…","quote_2_odi":"11516509","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while attempting to park in her brother's driveway with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact continued to apply the brakes but the vehicle failed to respond, drove into the garage…","quote_3_odi":"11690671","quote_3_text":"I was steering my car into my own garage as I do daily.  Suddenly, as the car was making the turn, the car accelerated abruptly on its own.  I was somehow able to steer into the garage, but the rapid acceleration continued.  I braked and stopped the car just before it went into…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":95,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11541623","quote_1_text":"Overnight, my windshield cracked from the inside.  The car was safely in the garage and is only driven by me.  The crack was in a \"J\" or \"L\" formation on the driver's side, approximately 2.5 - 3\", stemming from the dashboard.  Nothing had hit or injured the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11505548","quote_2_text":"The windshield seems to crack and get chipped very easily. I have been driving on the same freeway for 10 years. I bought the Subaru last year and have received four windshield cracks in one year. This can’t be a coincidence that this only became an issue with this specific…","quote_3_odi":"11488107","quote_3_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while stationary on a level paved major thoroughfare.  There was no impact on the windshield of any kind. No prior damage. Just sitting at a red light no traffic approaching from any direction and the windshield cracked in the middle sections of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2023-aeb-unintended-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753115","quote_1_text":"Eyesight collision braking system engaged as I was rolling up my driveway to go into garage.  Garage door was rolling up and was about 5 feet off the ground when Anti Collision system engaged and slammed the brakes on. I was going under 1 mph and would not have hit the door.","quote_2_odi":"11670232","quote_2_text":"In driving our 2023 Subaru Forester at 45mph at 10:00 am in the  morning, with NO cars in front of us, in back of us, or on either side of us- suddenly the brakes locked up! Had there been anyone behind us, there could have been a dangerous collision.","quote_3_odi":"11523158","quote_3_text":"Forward collision braking activated for no reason. No traffic in front or behind when activated. Steady speed of 35-40 mph when activated - conditions were clear and dry. No warning prior to incident, message appeared on dash during braking. Seat belts activated and car came to a complete and very abrupt stop.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2023-windshield-cracking-chipping","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11545366","quote_1_text":"I purchased a new 2023 Subaru Forester Wilderness just a little over a week ago. I was driving to the dealership to drop off some papers, leaving plenty of room around me, and something small hit my windshield because I didn't see any object. My guess is a small pebble off from somewhere off the road? Instant chip…","quote_2_odi":"11553125","quote_2_text":"Spontaneous windshield crack. I parked car in garage overnight. In the morning, there was a spontaneous crack on passenger side.  Not sure if it is related to using car heater for the very first time 2 days prior to the spontaneous crack.  The vehicle is 8 months old with 10,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11571243","quote_3_text":"Spontabeus stress crack in windshield in first 1000 miles.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-eyesight-collision-avoidance-fail","label":"EyeSight forward collision avoidance failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733185","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally request that the NTSB investigate an apparent defect in the EyeSight driver assistance system installed on the 2024 Subaru Forester","quote_2_odi":"11706573","quote_2_text":"The eyesight system fails on almost a daily basis. When this happens, multiple safety features shutdown. Lane assist and departure warning stops working. Collision avoidance stops working","quote_3_odi":"11711351","quote_3_text":"On the morning of December 13, 2026, an incident occurred involving our 2024 Subaru Forester. While attempting to make a right-hand turn, the vehicle failed to decelerate as expected and subsequently struck a utility pole","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-passenger-airbag-inactive","label":"Passenger-seat airbag fails to activate","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595264","quote_1_text":"The airbag does not go on all the time when my wife is in the passenger seat. My wife weighs approximately 100lbs. We have been at the dealer 2x's and they say that the airbag is working perfectly. I disagree with them very strongly","quote_2_odi":"11567193","quote_2_text":"The passenger air bag remains off per the indicator when my 5'3\" 100lb wife sits in the seat. The system was inspected at Peoria Subaru in Peoria, AZ and no problem was found. The service manager told me the factory design is 105 lbs minimum before the air bag is on","quote_3_odi":"11624744","quote_3_text":"The Car is available for Inspection. Front Passenger Side Air Bag. When My Wife Sits in the Front Passenger Seat, The Air Bag indicator Indicates the Air Bag System is Off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733227","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracks/chips very easily even when nothing has touched it. I have had 4 cracks in less than 6 months with no reason as to why they are occurring and they are ALL on the driver side, NOTHING on passenger side, which seems very odd","quote_2_odi":"11668431","quote_2_text":"On 6/10/2025 noticed a small crack on the left side drivers windshield when getting ready to go to work. Nothing hit it that I know of, it just appeared one afternoon. Since then the crack has been growing and blocking drivers view","quote_3_odi":"11643136","quote_3_text":"Windshield cracked in same exact spot on bottom of windshield with no point of impact while sitting in our garage. Looks like it started at heating element. Our windshield was replaced for this same reason 2 months ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-eyesight-false-braking","label":"EyeSight false braking and system deactivation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728521","quote_1_text":"I experienced a false emergency braking event twice at the same area near my home. The vehicle falsely identified a stopped car ahead of me and slammed on the brakes, with a loud beeping noise and flashing lights","quote_2_odi":"11701420","quote_2_text":"I have a 2025 Forester. The new Forester has unexpectedly thrown on its brakes in a major way three times in 24,000 miles. The last incident was on a divided highway with a sweeping curve to the right","quote_3_odi":"11745351","quote_3_text":"While driving wth adaptive cruise set to 50mph I attempted to adjusted the setting for distance between us and rage car in front of us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-fuel-filler-leak","label":"Fuel leak at filler cap and recall repair delays","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724134","quote_1_text":"On March 11, 2026 I filled the gas tank to 100% capacity. The ambient temperature was 72 degrees Fahrenheit. I parked the vehicle in our garage with the door closed. Two hours later my wife notified me that there was a strong smell of gasoline throughout our four bedroom home","quote_2_odi":"11721835","quote_2_text":"My gas tank leaks out the top when filled. Currently, all check engine lights are on and all of the safety features of the vehicle have been disabled. When I took it to Subaru, they said there is an open recall with no remedy","quote_3_odi":"11748785","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that a few days after the dealer had serviced the vehicle under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V106000(Fuel System, Gasoline), the contact refueled the vehicle at the gas station","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-infotainment-ad-popups","label":"SiriusXM ad pop-ups blocking infotainment screen","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11708572","quote_1_text":"SiriusXM add takes over the infotainment screen while the car is in drive and actively being driven. This blocks GPS, temperature control, car information, radio controls, everything on the main screen","quote_2_odi":"11741839","quote_2_text":"Sirius add pop-up on the infotainment screen, locks you out of the system. Not allowing use of hands free calling, text or climate control. Recurring issue making vehicle unsafe","quote_3_odi":"11741735","quote_3_text":"A commercial advertisement for SiriusXM took the entire infotainment screen until I could click the small X to close it. I was driving at about 35 mph on a road (this has happened at least twice since I bought the vehicle)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-low-beam-headlights","label":"Low-beam headlight dark spots and cutoff","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11627686","quote_1_text":"The low beam lighting on my 2025 Subaru Forester is dangerous. The beam is set so that it is flat on top and too low. When the car dips at all the beam does not allow you see straight ahead. This is very dangerous when you cannot use the high beam as with oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11693414","quote_2_text":"I find that the headlights on my 2025 Subaru Forester pose a safety concern. When on dims there is a distinct black line above which you have no light and cannot see","quote_3_odi":"11615460","quote_3_text":"Low visibility and dark (shadowy) spots on road surface when low beam LED lights are on, and you’re driving on a dark rural road. The cutoff of the visual field is uneven, with a shorter visual field and dark spots on driver side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side mirror vibration at highway speeds","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11638917","quote_1_text":"Driver side exterior rear view mirror shakes/vibrates at highway speeds (65mph or higher) making it difficult to safely change lanes/view following traffic","quote_2_odi":"11662985","quote_2_text":"Driver side door rear view mirror vibrates at highway speeds (55mph and above) rendering it unusable due to distortion. This is especially dangerous at nighttime with headlights","quote_3_odi":"11627995","quote_3_text":"Driver's side mirror vibrates when driving at highway speeds on freeways; vibration is so bad that it makes the image blurry when using the mirror to change lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-rear-glass-shattering","label":"Rear liftgate glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11754644","quote_1_text":"Two occurences of rear hatch window shattering spontaneously while vehicle was parked, powered off. No symptoms, warning lamps, or messages were present","quote_2_odi":"11705006","quote_2_text":"This is the SECOND time in less than 9 weeks that my rear window (hatch) has shattered for no reason. The first time it was when I closed the hatch and this time it was when I shut the driver side door. Both times my car was in my garage and not running","quote_3_odi":"11644338","quote_3_text":"The rear window spontaneously shattered. There was no extreme temperature or temperature change. The vehicle was parked when it happened. The entire rear window is gone to pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11748437","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving into a parking space and applying the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, surged forward and drove over a parking bump before crashing into the hedges and a lamp post","quote_2_odi":"11726788","quote_2_text":"On 12/4/25, I was pulling into a space in a parking deck, was approximately one quarter of the way into the spot and the vehicle suddenly accelerated and struck a cement wall. I did not have my feet on the pedals at the time and was going at approximately 5 miles per hour","quote_3_odi":"11674528","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while pulling into a parking spot with the brake pedal pressed, the vehicle displayed unintended acceleration, crashing into the wall of the building in front of the parking space. The air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Forester","model_slug":"forester","cluster_id":"forester-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and OEM replacement backorder","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":88,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11714743","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle in May 2025, I have experienced repeated windshield damage that seems excessive and abnormal for a new vehicle. Within the first two months of ownership, the windshield developed a rock chip","quote_2_odi":"11624677","quote_2_text":"I believe there should be a windshield recall due to abnormally easy cracking. I purchased/took ownership of my 2025 Subaru Forester, Touring model, on September 3, 2024. The odometer was just 4 miles","quote_3_odi":"11634958","quote_3_text":"I believe there are some issues related to the reliability of the windshield of this vehicle. My windshield cracked by itself from the bottom without hitting anything, which is similar to other complainant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/forester","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-brake-corrosion-failure","label":"Brake line and caliper corrosion failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10765154","quote_1_text":"THE LEFT FRONT BRAKE HOSE RUSTED OUT. THIS WAS ON THE METAL PIECE AT THE END OF THE HOSE. IT WAS LEAKING FLUID AT A HIGH RATE. BEFORE I KNEW THIS WAS THE ISSUE, THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIKE CAME ON, SO I FILLED UP MY FLUID AND THE LIGHT WENT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11311511","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 30 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND WENT TO THE FLOOR BOARD WITH THE BRAKES FAILURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT INSPECTED THE VEHICLE AND BECAME OF BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10870188","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS PURCHASED FROM A DEALER WHO PURCHASED THE CAR FROM NEW YORK AUCTION. AFTER PURCHASING AND REPLACING COMMON THINGS YOU WOULD AFTER BUYING A USED CAR, WE RECENTLY REPLACED THE FRONT BRAKE PADS, AND AFTER INSTALLING THE PADS, AND DRIVING THE CAR AROUND,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-clutch-pedal-firewall-weld","label":"Clutch pedal bracket firewall weld failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10495971","quote_1_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDAL ON MY 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX MAKES A LOUD CREAKING NOISE EVERY TIME IT'S DEPRESSED. WHEN I INVESTIGATED THE NOISE, I NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET ASSEMBLY (ATTACHED TO THE FORWARD FIREWALL) SHIFTS APPROX 1/4 INCH EVERY TIME THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS","quote_2_odi":"10620926","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 WRX STI HATCHBACK IS MAKING A CREAKING/FLEXING/BENDING SOUND EVERY TIME I DEPRESS MY CLUTCH PEDAL. I STARTED TO NOTICE THIS ABOUT A MONTH AFTER I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE AND AT FIRST I THOUGHT IT WAS JUST A NOISE ISSUE AND UPON FURTHER RESEARCH I NOTICED","quote_3_odi":"10510597","quote_3_text":"IT STARTS WITH A SQUEAKY PEDDLE THEN I NOTICED IT WAS HARD TO SHIFT TURNS OUT MY PEDDLES BROKEN AND MY FIREWALL IS CRACKED.ITS SO BAD I CAN'T SHIFT MY CAR SO IT SITS IN MY GARAGE UNDRIVEABLE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-engine-internal-failure","label":"Internal engine failure with oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10344766","quote_1_text":"BEFORE THE FAILURE WHITE SMOKE CAME OUT THE TAILPIPE AND THE ENGINE WAS HESITATING. PISTON #4 HAD A FAILED RINGLAND CAUSING THE ENGINE TO FAIL. TO CORRECT THE FAILURE THE ENGINE HAD TO BE TAKEN APART AT THE DEALER AND HAVE NEW PARTS INSTALLED. THE CAR WAS OUT","quote_2_odi":"10471168","quote_2_text":"ENGINE COMPLETELY SEIZED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY WITHOUT ANY WARNING FROM THE CAR'S COMPUTER ENGINE SEIZURE WAS DUE TO ALL OF THE OIL LEAKING OUT OF THE ENGINE FROM THE OIL FILTER AREA. THIS WAS A SLOW LEAK OVER A 5 MONTH PERIOD. THE BIGGEST CONCERN HERE","quote_3_odi":"10328997","quote_3_text":"ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO COMPLETE LOSS OF OIL PRESSURE IN 2006 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX LIMITED SPORTWAGON. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-fuel-pump-wiring-stall","label":"Fuel pump wiring failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11162299","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. CAR DIED WHEN STARTING. THE STARTER TURNED OVER AND THE ENGINE ENGAGED, BUT IMMEDIATELY DIED. THERE WAS NO FOREWARNING CONCERNING THE HEALTH OF THE ENGINE (I.E. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, NO ROUGH RIDING/ISSUES WITH GEARS). MY MECHANIC CHECKED INSIDE THE FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10787917","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO START. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE STARTED. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES INTERMITTENTLY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THERE WAS A SMELL OF FUEL FROM THE FUEL TANK","quote_3_odi":"11539134","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle would not start. The contact was able to jumpstart the vehicle and the vehicle was able to start. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-passenger-airbag-disable","label":"Passenger air bag disabled or non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2013-10","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536026","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG ON MY 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA IS INTERMITTENTLY DISABLED, EVEN WITH A 125 POUND ADULT OCCUPYING THE SEAT. SHIFTING YOUR WEIGHT IN THE SEAT MAY ENABLE THE AIRBAG, BUT IT WILL USUALLY BECOME DISABLED AGAIN WHILE DRIVING. THIS SEEMS LIKE A","quote_2_odi":"10497933","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH WHEN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE AIR BAG OFF INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHETHER THE PASSENGER'S SEAT WAS OCCUPIED OR NOT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN","quote_3_odi":"10549489","quote_3_text":"I WAS GOING ON 60 AND CRASHED ON MEDIAN BY FRONT PART, AND FLIPPED OVER BY SIDE FROM REACTION OF CRASH. I WEIGHT 115 POUND AND 5'4''. I BROKE MY BONE EVEN THOUGH I WAS WEARING SEAT BELT. I HAD TO BE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor drops or detaches from mount","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11474226","quote_1_text":"The driver side visor hangs in the face of the driver. It will not stay up against the window, so it blocks the drivers ability to see. The driver must take a hand off the steering wheel to hold it","quote_2_odi":"10714423","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE DROPS DOWN. THE SWIVEL PIN THAT HOLDS IT IN PLACE CONSISTS OF A PLASTIC SLEEVE COVERING A METAL ROD. THE PLASTIC SLEEVE HAS BROKEN AND WILL NOT EXERT ENOUGH FORCE","quote_3_odi":"10543502","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR HAS BEEN DROPPING DOWN FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS. TODAY AS I WAS PUSHING IT UP IT CAME OFF ENTIRELY. THE PIECE IT SLID OFF FROM LOOKS BROKEN. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall replacement part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10953734","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN INTERIM RECALL NOTICE MONTHS AGO AND THERE WAS NO TIME FRAME TO INDICATE WHEN THE PARTS WOULD BE SUPPLIED TO THE DEALER. THE MANUFACTURER PROVIDED NO SPECIFIC TIME FRAME FOR WHEN THE PARTS WOULD","quote_2_odi":"10917964","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V358000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11075801","quote_1_text":"WEARING MY SEAT BELT, I WAS DRIVING UP A HILL GOING 50 MPH AND REAR ENDED AN SUV IN FRONT OF ME AND SIDE SWIPED ANOTHER CAR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. BOTH FRONT TIRES BUSTED, HOOD SMASHED IN, BOTH HEAD LIGHT BROKEN OUT, WINDSHIELD WIPER FLUID CONTAINER COMPLETELY ON GROUND, MOTOR","quote_2_odi":"10502123","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER WAS THE ONLY OCCUPANT IN MY VEHICLE. MY VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING STRAIGHT THROUGH A CONTROLLED INTERSECTION. A VEHICLE APPROACHING FROM THE OPPOSITE DIRECTION ATTEMPTED TO TURN LEFT DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF ME, CAUSING THE COLLISION. MY VEHICLE STRUCK THE OTHER VEHICLE AT","quote_3_odi":"10473221","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE HIT A CONCRETE BARRIER ON AN EXIT RAMP FROM THE INTERSTATE. THE HIT WAS FRONT RIGHT OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK CAUSING THE DRIVER HEAD INJURY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-clutch-pedal-firewall-weld","label":"Clutch pedal bracket spot welds separate from firewall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10891732","quote_1_text":"THE 2008-2014 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX AND STI HAVE A DESIGN FLAW WHERE THE PEDAL MOUNTING BOX IS SPOT-WELDED TO THE FIREWALL USING ONLY A HANDFUL OF TINY SPOT WELDS. THE FIREWALL ITSELF IS OF A WEAK DESIGN AND INHERENTLY HAS QUITE A BIT OF FLEX AND OVER TIME AND NORMAL USE THESE SPOT","quote_2_odi":"10562557","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH PEDAL ON MY 2011 STI MAKES A LOUD CREAKING NOISE EVERY TIME IT'S DEPRESSED. WHEN I INVESTIGATED THE NOISE, I NOTICED THAT THE ENTIRE CLUTCH PEDAL BRACKET ASSEMBLY (ATTACHED TO THE FORWARD FIREWALL) SHIFTS APPROX 1/4 INCH EVERY TIME THE CLUTCH PEDAL IS DEPRESSED. I","quote_3_odi":"10816933","quote_3_text":"2011 SUBARU IMPREZA WRX HATCH- MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER FAILURE-PRESSED CLUTCH TO THE FLOOR AND PUT IN FIRST GEAR. CLUTCH DID NOT RETURN AND STAYED TO FLOOR. HYDRAULIC FLUID LEAKED OUT OF THE BOTTOM OF THE MASTER CLUTCH CYLINDER. CAR WAS MOVING AND COULD NOT GET OUT OF GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-engine-short-block-failure","label":"Engine short block replacement and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11192459","quote_1_text":"3 TIMES MY ENGINE HAS NEEDED A SHORT BLOCK REPLACEMENT. I HAVE BROUGHT CAR IN FOR ALL SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE AND HAVE CHANGED THE OIL EVERY 3500-4000 MILES. THE FIRST ENGINE PROBLEM OCCURRED AT 26,250 MI. I NOTICED A KNOCKING SOUND AND BROUGHT TO SUBARU DEALER. DIAGNOSIS:","quote_2_odi":"10532760","quote_2_text":"ENGINE FAILURE DUE TO EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10418166","quote_3_text":"1. WAS DRIVING THE CAR AND IT STARTED TO SMOKE LIKE CRAZY, AND LOST POWER WHILE IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC. 2. I HAD AN ENGINE FAILURE, ALMOST 75% OF THESE CARS ARE HAVING THE SAME ISSUE 3. BROUGHT IT IN FOR WORK AND THE DEALER MADE ME PAY FOR IT BECAUSE SUBARU DIDN'T WANT TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leaks or expels gasoline at filler","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11257127","quote_1_text":"THE GAS TANK IS SLOWLY LEAKING NEAR THE SEAM DUE TO CORROSION FROM SALT AND MOISTURE BEING CAUGHT UP IN THERE FROM THE SAME PLASTIC GAS TANK COVER WITH HOLES IN IT THAT CAUSED THE BRAKE LINE CORROSION RECALL. LEAKS WHEN IT IS OVER HALF FULL","quote_2_odi":"10935053","quote_2_text":"BEGINNING LAST WINTER, A STRANGE AND DANGEROUS PROBLEM STARTED WITH MY SUBARU. WHENEVER THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE IS COLD (BELOW FREEZING) AND THE GAS TANK IS THREE QUARTERS FULL OR MORE, THE GAS TANK LEAKS. IF THE CAR IS PARKED FOR A FEW HOURS OR MORE, THE GAS APPEARS AS A PUDDLE","quote_3_odi":"10615880","quote_3_text":"3 TIMES THIS MONTH HAD TO TAKE MY SUBARU TO DEALER BECAUSE MY CAR WAS NOT ACCEPTING GAS IN THE TANK. IT WOULD SQUIRT EVERY GALLON BACK AT ME EACH INCIDENT THAT THIS OCCURRED. I HAD TO SUFFER SEVERE EYE BURNS TWICE DUE TOO THE GASOLINE HITTING ME DIRECTLY IN THE FACE. THANK GOD A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-sun-visor-control-arm-crack","label":"Sun visor control arm cracks and drops into line of sight","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10846371","quote_1_text":"DURING SLOW DRIVING OVER SPEED BUMPS OR HIGHWAY DRIVING OVER BRIDGE GAPS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WILL SUDDENLY AND SWIFTLY SWING DOWN INTO THE DRIVER'S LINE OF SIGHT. THE VISOR WILL NOT RETAIN ITS PROPERLY STOWED UP POSITION, AND CONTINUALLY DROOPS INTO THE LINE OF SIGHT","quote_2_odi":"10585395","quote_2_text":"ADD ME AS WELL TO THE LIST OF SUBARU DRIVERS WHOSE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE AND NO LONGER STAYED IN PLACE. THE CONTROL ARM ON THE VISOR CRACKED, RESULTING IN THE VISOR HANGING DOWN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER AND IMPAIRING VISIBILITY. WE WERE REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE VISOR","quote_3_odi":"10567566","quote_3_text":"ADD OUR NAMES TO THE LIST OF SUBARU DRIVERS WHOSE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE AND NO LONGER STAYED IN PLACE. THE CONTROL ARM ON THE VISOR CRACKED, RESULTING IN THE VISOR HANGING DOWN DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER AND IMPAIRING VISIBILITY. WE WERE REQUIRED TO REMOVE THE VISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Sunroof glass shatters or exits frame while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11685042","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50-55 MPH, the sunroof exploded without impact. The contact was able to pull over safely. There were no reported injuries. The local dealer was contacted, but the vehicle was not","quote_2_odi":"10574650","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME TO BOULDER, CO FROM GOLDEN, I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT OVERHEAD AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED OUTWARD. THERE WAS NO ROAD DEBRIS OR ROCKS OR ANYTHING THAT MIGHT HAVE HIT IT. THE SUNSHADE WAS CLOSED, SO NO GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10550831","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING HOME TO DENVER, CO FROM DURANGO, OUTSIDE OF BAYFIELD, WE HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT OVERHEAD AND IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER. MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED OUTWARD. THERE WAS NO OTHER TRAFFIC ON THE ROAD. THE SUNSHADE (?) WAS CLOSED, SO NO GLASS FELL INTO THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delayed or parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10969402","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V358000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"11024719","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. AFTER INFORMING ME IN JULY 2016 THAT THE AIRBAG HAS BEEN RECALLED, SUBARU HAS STILL NOT REPAIRED THE DEFECT AND WILL NOT GIVE A TIMELINE ON WHEN THE PARTS WILL BE AVAILABLE. I KNOW THAT OTHER PEOPLE WITH SUBARUS HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GET THEIRS REPAIRED IN A TIMELY","quote_3_odi":"10936034","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I RECEIVED THIS MAILING IN JUNE 2016 AND HAVE NOT HEARD ANYMORE ABOUT THIS RECALL.WEST HERR SUBARU IN ORCHARD PARK NY SAID THEY HAVE ORDERED THE PARTS FOR MY CAR MONTHS AGO. I HAVE NOT HEARD BACK FROM WEST HERR SUBARU OR SUBARU THEMSELFES. I AM NOT SUPPOST TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission valve body and solenoid failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11130193","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE JERKED AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (CURRY SUBARU, 3040 E MAIN STREET, CORTLAND, NY 10567) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CONTINUOUSLY","quote_2_odi":"11193666","quote_2_text":"HIT A BUMP AND DASHBOARD LIT UP WITH SENSOR LIGHTS. SUBARU REPAIR SHOP INSPECTED WITH CODES AND SAID I NEED A NEW VALVE BODY FOR $1700. THE WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR THIS ENDED JULY 2018, BUT I NEVER RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FROM SUBARU OR FROM MY SUBARU DEALER REGARDING THIS KNOWN","quote_3_odi":"11123449","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE TO STOHLMANS SUBARU (8435 LEESBURG PIKE, VIENNA, VIRGINIA) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10610591","quote_1_text":"OIL LIGHT CAME ON. SUBARU MANUAL SAYS TO CHANGE OIL EVERY 7,500 MILES. THEY USE SYNTHETIC OIL WHICH IS MORE EXPENSIVE. HAD TO FIND A DEALER WHO ADDED A QUART OF OIL. HAD THE 15,000 MILE SERVICE AND LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AT 18,000 AND AT 19,800","quote_2_odi":"10668509","quote_2_text":"OIL KEEPS RUNNING DRY BEFORE NEXT OIL CHANGE. IT HAS BEEN REQUIRING ABOUT 1 QUART EVERY 3,000 MILES. THIS HAS THE ABILITY FOR THE ENGINE TO RUN WITHOUT OIL AND SEIZE","quote_3_odi":"10745993","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE CAR USE AT 28000 MILES. CHECKED OIL AT TIME OF PURCHASE AND IT WAS FULL. DROVE THE CAR FOR APPROXIMATELY 1200 MILES BEFORE A LOW OIL LIGHT CAME ON. SOUGHT THE HELP OF SUBARU AND GOT AN OIL CONSUMPTION TEST. OIL LIGHT CAME ON AGAIN AT 700 MILES BURNING 16.5 QUARTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-hvac-connector-overheating","label":"Heater blower connector overheating or melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11337149","quote_1_text":"ON THE HEATER CONTROLS, FOR THE FAN SPEED, THE CONNECTOR ON THE BACK CAUGHT FIRE, I WAS ABLE TO STOP IT IN TIME TO PREVENT ANY FURTHER DAMAGE. MY MOTHER IN LAW AND MY SON RIDE THAT CAR DAILY, COULD OF BEEN A DISASTER","quote_2_odi":"11633290","quote_2_text":"The AC unit suddenly shutoff and there was a burning smell while I was driving. It turns out that the connector on the back of the climate control unit had either drawn too much current, or the resistance was too high, and the connector had started burning","quote_3_odi":"10950329","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER STOPPED WORKING. THE CONTACT PULLED OUT THE PANEL WHERE THE SWITCH WAS LOCATED AND NOTICED THAT THE SWITCH WAS BURNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-passenger-airbag-ods","label":"Passenger airbag warning light from occupant detection fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11613051","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while a relative was seated in the front passenger’s seat, the passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic where a code reader determined that there was a defect with the front passenger’s","quote_2_odi":"10884469","quote_2_text":"SUBARU HAD A RECALL ON THE ODC (OCCUPANT DETECTION SYSTEM) NHTSA 15V419000 FOR CARS PRODUCED FROM 4/2011 THROUGH 2/2012. MY CAR WAS PRODUCED IN MID MARCH 2012 - AND EXPERIENCED THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM AS THE RECALLED VEHICLES. THE ODC WOULD BE DEACTIVATED IF A PASSENGER WAS IN","quote_3_odi":"11634194","quote_3_text":"The front passenger seat airbag is faulty and is not able to correctly sense when a passenger is within the seat or not, which disables the airbags. This can be deadly to the passenger if in an accident. The issue seems to be in the ODS passenger seat mat that determines when","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of electric power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10660224","quote_1_text":"CAR WAS DRIVEN TO A GROCERY STORE AND WAS PARKED FOR APPROX. 15 MINUTES. UPON STARTING THE CAR AND PLACING IT IN REVERSE, THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATED AND THE POWER STEERING CEASED TO FUNCTION ACCOMPANIED BY AN EPAS WARNING LIGHT DISPLAYED ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11103726","quote_2_text":"DEALER ROAD TESTED VEHICLE AND NOTED: \"VERIFIED STEERING PULLING TO THE LEFT AND STEERING WHEEL PULLING. TECH FOLLOWED RECOMMENDED DIAGNOSTIC TREE. TECH FOUND (STEERING) GEARBOX CRACKED.\"","quote_3_odi":"11219492","quote_3_text":"PARTIAL LOSS OF ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING AFFECTING ABILITY TO STEER RIGHT. CAR NATURALLY PULLS TO THE LEFT (INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC) DUE TO POWER STEERING ASSIST BEING STRONGER THAT DIRECTION. DEALER INDICATES THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS ISSUE (CRACKED EPS GEAR BOX), SO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or loss of throttle response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10621897","quote_1_text":"UPON ENTERING A PARKING GARAGE AND PARKING, THE CAR ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN AND CRASHED INTO A CEMENT WALL. I WAS DRIVING SLOWLY HAVING JUST MADE SEVERAL TURNS WITHIN THE GARAGE AND THEN ALIGNED, AS USUAL, WITH THE LINES TO PARK. THE CAR REVVED EXTREMELY HIGH AND TOOK OFF","quote_2_odi":"10894742","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXIT A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION AFTER ENGAGING THE BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"11193113","quote_3_text":"LOST THROTTLE CONTROL ON THE HIGHWAY(THROTTLE DISCONNECTED?) DOING 60+MPH, CAR BEHIND ALMOST HIT ME. CODE SHOWS A FAULTY PEDAL POSITION ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"brake-line-corrosion-failure","label":"Brake line corrosion and hydraulic brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11420816","quote_1_text":"Brake line is rusted at rear distribution block. We were driving the vehicle on a highway (~60mph). When the driver pressed the brake pedal, it did not respond and we had to pull the emergency brake","quote_2_odi":"11426457","quote_2_text":"my 1013 Subaru Impressa experienced a failure of the hydraulic braking system, exhibited by the brake warning light and loss of braking ability","quote_3_odi":"11755639","quote_3_text":"The brakes failed due to a leak in the brake lines (pedal to the floor). Location of the leak is just after a union on the passenger side rear (just in front of the rear tire)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"cvt-transmission-valve-body-failure","label":"CVT transmission valve body failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11297032","quote_1_text":"WHILE GOING 65 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY THE CONTINUOUS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION LOCKED UP, GAS PEDAL BECAME UNRESPONSIVE, AND THE CAR HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP","quote_2_odi":"11258726","quote_2_text":"DIAGNOSING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT REVEALS CODE P2764, WHICH INDICATES THE TRANSMISSION CONTROL VALVE BODY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO A FAULTY SOLENOID","quote_3_odi":"11634396","quote_3_text":"Last month, my 2013 Subaru Impreza Sport with only 67k that I bought brand new had a blinking AT (Automatic Transmission) Oil Temp light and three other lights were lit on the panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"electric-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Electric power steering rack and gearbox failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11365915","quote_1_text":"WITHOUT WARNING AND WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. THE STEERING WHEEL IS NOT ONLY MORE DIFFICULT TO TURN NOW, BUT IT DOES NOT TURN SMOOTHLY OR CONSISTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11246042","quote_2_text":"2013 SUBARU IMPREZA HAS 67,000 MILES. STEERING PULLS TO THE LEFT WHEN DRIVING AND THEN ALL THE WAY TO THE LEFT WHEN STOPPED OR TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"11693438","quote_3_text":"A crack appeared in the area noted as the Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Gear Box housing Assembly. The dealership said it was in fact dangerous as it could affect the steering","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"engine-failure-oil-consumption","label":"Engine stalling, power loss, and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11291332","quote_1_text":"I HAVE HAD A PROBLEM WITH THE CAR BURNING OIL SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR. MY OIL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER EVERY 1000.00 MILES AND IT IS DOWN AT LEAST A QUART AND A HALF EACH TIME","quote_2_odi":"11501475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled without warning","quote_3_odi":"11010706","quote_3_text":"VECHILE BURNING OIL AT A RATE OF A QUART EVERY 1500 MILES,SUBARU STATED THAT THIS IS NORMAL, MECHANICS TOLD ME THIS IS NOT NORMAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"ignition-key-stuck-wiring-fire","label":"Ignition key stuck in switch and wiring harness overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11315972","quote_1_text":"WHEN CAR IS PUT INTO PARK THE KEY CANNON BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION. IT'S AN ONGOING INTERMITTENT PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"11151071","quote_2_text":"THE WIRE HARNESS FOR THE BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH MELTED AND CREATED A DANGEROUS FIRE HAZARD. THE WIRE HARNESS AND BLOWER MOTOR SWITCH HAS TO BE REPLACED DUE TO THE CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11474096","quote_3_text":"Upon placing the vehicle in park, the key will not be released from the ignition. This has happened intermittently for months","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"passenger-airbag-occupant-detection","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11436688","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbag occupancy sensor in my care is broken and has been since I purchased this vehicle in 2016","quote_2_odi":"11278887","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG DISABLED BECAUSE THE UNDER SEAT SENSOR IS FAULTY IN 2013 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE DEALER CHARGED ME $154.95 JUST TO READ THE CODE TO EXPLAIN THE FAULT","quote_3_odi":"11460611","quote_3_text":"Passenger side seat occupancy sensor failed to recognize the occupancy of the passenger seat. Sensor seams to have failed causing the airbag malfunction light to illuminate on the dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"valve-spring-recall-repair-delays","label":"Valve spring recall repair delays and failures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":249,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11171363","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED A NOTICE ABOUT SAFETY RECALL (NHTSA ID 18V-722) INVOLVING RISK OF VALVE SPRING FAILURE THAT COULD LEAD TO ENGINE STALLING AND RISK OF CRASH. CALLED OUR LOCAL SUBARU DEALERSHIP IN GOLDEN, CO TO HAVE THE ISSUE RESOLVED. WAS TOLD THAT THE EARLIEST THAT THEY COULD GET TO IT","quote_2_odi":"11222976","quote_2_text":"RECALL WORK TO REPLACE THE VALVE SPRINGS WAS PERFORMED MAY 13TH. CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON MAY 14TH. LESS THAN 500 MILES AND ONE MONTH LATER IT THREW A PISTON ROD AND BLEW THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11207362","quote_3_text":"I INITIALLY CALLED MY LOCAL DEALER TO FIX THE RECALL (ENGINE VALVE MALFUNCTION) ON JANUARY 18, 2019. THEY SOONEST AVAILABLE DATE TO SCHEDULE THE REPAIR WAS TODAY, MAY 13, 2019 CITING A BACK ORDER ON PARTS. ALMOST 5 MONTHS LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-blower-motor-melting","label":"HVAC blower motor wiring harness melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11745495","quote_1_text":"Cabin blower fan stopped working. Faint burned plastic smell. Starting with the blower motor, I worked backwards. The Blower Motor Resistor showed significant wear, which I replaced","quote_2_odi":"11525812","quote_2_text":"One day my blower motor wouldn't turn on and my switch was actually stuck, unable to adjust at all. After checking all fuses and relays I pulled out the control panel and noticed significant electrical damage to both the switch itself and the wiring harness","quote_3_odi":"11524486","quote_3_text":"The Blower assembly in my car stopped working suddenly- When i looked into it, a short/electrical failure had happened that caused the wire harness and other components to melt inside the system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and fluid loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11522675","quote_1_text":"My check engine light and other lights simultaneously lit up while driving 50 mph down the highway. The car started to “buck” slightly. I pulled over, let it cool a bit, checked the oil","quote_2_odi":"11172083","quote_2_text":"I AM FILING A COMPLAINT FOR MY SUBARU AS THE TRANSMISSION IS FAILING. I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS AND NEVER EVEN NOTIFIED OF AN ISSUE OR AN EXTENDED WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11538910","quote_3_text":"The transmission on my 2014 Subaru Impreza failed suddenly while I was driving about 70 mph in the middle lane of the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck in park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11643755","quote_1_text":"When I put my vehicle into park and try to remove the key, it becomes stuck in the vehicle every time due to a failing park position switch. This is a known issue to Subaru and should warrant a recall","quote_2_odi":"11580532","quote_2_text":"Key won't completely shut off car of come out of ignition","quote_3_odi":"10604863","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF, AND WAS ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHILE THE SHIFTER WAS STILL IN DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger-side airbag occupancy sensor failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11165187","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY. AIRBAG DOES NOT TURN ON WHEN A PASSENGER IS SITTING IN THE SEAT, BOTH WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11337744","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING (ON ANY KIND OF ROAD), A LIGHT INDICATING THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS OFF WILL ILLUMINATE, EVEN WHEN THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE SEAT. THE LIGHT COMES ON INTERMITTENTLY, AND SOMETIMES THE PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL BECOME ACTIVE EVEN WITH NO PASSENGER IN THE SEAT","quote_3_odi":"11316099","quote_3_text":"AT ABOUT 30,000 MILES THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OCCUPANCY SENSOR FAILED. IT DID NOT DETECT A PASSENGER PRESENT DESPITE AN AVERAGE SIZED ADULT BEING IN THE SEAT. THE DEALER REPLACED THE SENSOR. THE SAME THING OCCURRED AT ABOUT 75,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11012263","quote_1_text":"I EXPERIENCED SUDDEN EXTREME ACCELERATION JUST AFTER I PULLED INTO MY DRIVEWAY. THE CAR SUDDENLY--VERY RAPIDLY--ACCELERATED AND CRASHED THROUGH WOODEN GARAGE DOOR AND INTO THE POURED CONCRETE WALL AT BACK OF GARAGE, CRACKING THE WALL AND OF COURSE TOTALING THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10620908","quote_2_text":"DRIVER WAS PARKING VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD, CROSSING PARKING BARRIER, BUSHES IN PLANTING AT EDGE OF LOT, AND SIDEWALK HITTING A PARKED CAR. DRIVER STATES THAT BRAKE WAS DEPRESSED AT TIME OF INCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11453117","quote_3_text":"I was starting to reverse out of a parking spot in an underground parking lot. (It was about 10 am). The car accelerated and went backwards at top speed into a wall and door that led to elevators","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2014-valve-spring-engine-failure","label":"Valve spring failure causing engine seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11663055","quote_1_text":"I was driving in my car had lost of power n started to make a noise n ALLL that so eather valve spring broke then messed up rod bearings n now to the point I can't drive my vehicle is like to know what to do next","quote_2_odi":"11302850","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED OF A FRACTURED VALVE SPRING IN CYLINDER NUMBER 3 WHICH CAUSED THE ENGINE TO CEASE AND CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE CYLINDER AND PISTON","quote_3_odi":"11123317","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED (55MPH IN CALIFORNIA) I HEARD A LOUD SLAPPING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE AREA. THE HIGHWAY WAS RELATIVELY STRAIGHT. A FEW MINUTES LATER THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE CAR BEGAN TO SLOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-cvt-transmission-lockup","label":"CVT transmission lockup or shudder while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11476180","quote_1_text":"My transmission completely locked up on me while driving at interstate speeds. I was traveling at 65 MPH with the car in regular driving mode, on cruise control and the transmission completely locked up on me","quote_2_odi":"11162557","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 60 MILES AN HOUR, IN THE SECOND FROM THE LEFT LANE ON A BUSY, FOUR-LANE FREEWAY ASCENDING A SLIGHT HILL, MY CAR SHUDDERED VIOLENTLY AND CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"11363000","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, AN ABNORMAL GRINDING SOUND WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption requiring engine repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11537225","quote_1_text":"All of a sudden, with no reason whatsoever, my daughter's car has \"rod knock\" with less than 100,000 miles on it. Bought this Subaru for my daughter so she would have a car that would last a long time and she would be safe","quote_2_odi":"11434648","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 SUBARU Impreza. The contact stated that the vehicle's check engine light was illuminated and they began to notice at an oil change that their vehicle was leaking excessive oil consumption a year ago","quote_3_odi":"11388909","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA WITH 31,000 MILES (OUT OF WARRANTYDUE TO AGE). THECAR HAS DEVELOPED A SMALL OIL LEAK FROM THE CAM CARRIER COVER (AKA VALVE COVER) ONTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD AND THE O2 SENSOR CAUSING A LOT OF SMOKE THAT THEN ENTERS THE CABIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-hood-latch-failure","label":"Hood unlatches and strikes windshield while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11554123","quote_1_text":"Driving the 2015 Subaru Impreza the front hood popped open and crashed into my windshield. Luckily it popped at 30-40 miles per hour and I was able to stop safely. Many damage to the body of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11468837","quote_2_text":"Hood flew open on interstate. After driving around town running errands I drove onto the interstate got like a mile down the road. I was in the left lane going about 60 mph the hood flew open. Smashing directly into the windshield","quote_3_odi":"10939980","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE FRONT HOOD FLEW UP WITHOUT WARNING. THE HOOD WAS PUSHED BACK DOWN AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE HOOD MIGHT NOT BE CLOSED PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11323153","quote_1_text":"2015 SUBARU IMPREZA KEY STUCK IN THE STEERING KEY HOUSING. VEHICLE WAS IN P POSITION AND SAFETY PARKING BRAKE WAS LIFT. UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY. IT IS HAPPENED EVERYTIME I PARK THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11343963","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME I PUT MY CAR IN PARK, I AM UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION. EVENTUALLY IF I KEEP SHIFTING OUT OF AND BACK INTO PARK IT WILL LET ME REMOVE THE KEY. IT APPEARS TO BE RELATED TO A SUBARY SERVICE BULLETIN #: 16-112-18R","quote_3_odi":"11386833","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON PLACING THE VEHICLE IN PARK, THE KEY INTERMITTENTLY REMAINED STUCK INSIDE THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED AND EXCESSIVE EFFORT WAS NEEDED TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Loss of acceleration or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11477430","quote_1_text":"I purchased a Subaru for reliability and safety reasons. This car has placed my family in some dangerous situations. Every time the outside temp is 90+ degrees F and it is driven on a road trip of 200+ miles, the car's acceleration shuts off","quote_2_odi":"11329023","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WILL STOP RUNNING ABRUPTLY AFTER RUNNING FOR SEVERAL HOURS AND GETTING LOW ON FUEL. NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS OR OTHER LIGHTS COME ON. NO GAS LIGHT COMES ON. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO 2 DEALERSHIPS WHO CANNOT REPLICATE THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10909314","quote_3_text":"SOON AFTER DELIVERY, THERE WAS A NOTICEABLE LAG ( 2-20 SECONDS) BETWEEN THE TIME THE ACCELERATOR WAS DEPRESSED AND WHEN THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. AT TIMES THIS LEAD TO DANGEROUS SITUATIONS. DEALER SAID THERE WAS NO PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag deactivation sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11527736","quote_1_text":"We bought our 2015 Subaru Impreza from a used car dealer (we are second owner) in February 2020 with 55K miles on it. On our test drive, we noticed the air bag said it was off even with a passenger in the car. We agreed to purchase the vehicle upon repair","quote_2_odi":"11497059","quote_2_text":"Passenger air bag will randomly turn off with passenger riding. This is well know issue with subaru and they still have not sent a recall. With this issue being so wide spread I do not think the dealership should charge over 600 dollars for this repair","quote_3_odi":"11130995","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG CONSISTENTLY TURNS OFF WHEN THERE IS A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT SEAT. THIS HAS HAPPENED AT BOTH HIGH AND LOW SPEEDS - HAVE NOTICED IT HAPPENS ALL THE TIME WHEN THE PASSENGER HAS DAMP CLOTHING ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure with EPS warning light","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11509772","quote_1_text":"Power Steering failed, extremely hard to turn steering wheel, EPS Light on dash illuminated. Luckily happened in driveway. Thinking back steering seemed odd last week was less effort to turn left as opposed to turning right","quote_2_odi":"11373844","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AS I NORMALLY DO AND PARKED MY CAR. WHEN I GO TO START IT AGAIN THE POWER STEERING LIGHT ON MY DASH BOARD LIGHTS UP AND I CAN'T MOVE MY STEERING WHEEL AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11265633","quote_3_text":"AFTER TURNING THE STEERING SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE RIGHT (FULL LOCK IS NOT NECESSARY), THE CAR THEN *OFTEN* PULLS SIGNIFICANTLY TO THE LEFT. THE SAME THING *SOMETIMES* HAPPENS AFTER A LEFT TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2015-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous windshield or sunroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11479022","quote_1_text":"My windshield cracked on its own, with no cause, chip, etc","quote_2_odi":"10950002","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THE GLASS SHATTERED AND FELL INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED","quote_3_odi":"10816797","quote_3_text":"MOON ROOF EXPLODED. LIKE A GUN SHOT GOING OFF. GLASS CASCADED DOWN ON ME AND MY WIFE. ALMOST KILLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-airbag-sensor-false-disable","label":"Airbag warning light triggered by seat sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11133615","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAGS TURN OFF WHEN IT IS RAINING OR HUMID OUTSIDE. PROBLEMS HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCED WHEN THE CAR WAS STATIONARY AND WHEN THE CAR WAS IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11161996","quote_2_text":"THE PASSENGER SEAT SENSOR HAS BEEN GOING OFF WHEN NOTHING IS IN THE SEAT. BECAUSE THE SENSOR THINKS SOMETHING IS IN THE SEAT THE AIRBAG FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IS TURNED ON","quote_3_odi":"11241421","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING WITH A FRONT SEAT PASSENGER THE PASSENGER BECOMES UNRECOGNIZED AND AIR BAG LIGHTS COME ON. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. THIS HAPPENS WILL DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-brake-light-switch-failure","label":"Brake light switch malfunction and recall repair delays","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11183740","quote_1_text":"BRAKE LIGHTS TURN ON AUTONIMOUSLY WITHOUT HAVING TO PULL THE EMERGANCY BRAKE OR DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL. THE BRAKE LIGHT WITHIN MY VECHILE WILL TURN ON WHILE DRIVING RANDOMLY OR EVEN WHILE IN A STATIONARY POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11186615","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKE STOP SWITCH FAILS INTERMITTENTLY CAUSING DASH LIGHTS TO SHOW THE HILL BRAKE ASSIST, STABILITY CONTROL, AND ABS SYSTEMS HAVE STOPPED FUNCTIONING","quote_3_odi":"11220987","quote_3_text":"AFTER RECEIVING A RECALL NOTICE BY EMAIL FOR NHTSA RECALL ID 19V-149, I CALLED FOX SUBARU OF GRAND RAPIDS, MI (888-658-9163) FOR RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and premature burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11555767","quote_1_text":"We keep on having to replace our headlights. We just got one replaced 5 months ago and it’s out again. This will be the fourth time in three years","quote_2_odi":"11403410","quote_2_text":"DRIVING AND HIT A SMALL POTHOLE AND THE ENTIRE PASSENGER FRONT HEADLIGHT FELL OUT OF THE CAR. IT WAS NOT DARK OUT. THE CAR WAS FINE PRIOR TO TODAY","quote_3_odi":"11175630","quote_3_text":"2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. CONSUMER WRITES WITH CONCERN FOR VERY DIM HEADLIGHTS AND EASILY SCRATCHED/SOFT WINDOW SHIELD. *AS *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11245184","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED AND TURNED OFF, THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN'T BE REMOVED. SUBARU HAS ISSUED A TSB (TSB 16-112-18R) BUT NOT A RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11435535","quote_2_text":"After turning off the engine in Park, the keys are not being released from the ACC position of the ignition in my 2016 Subaru Impreza, which has 32,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11150017","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTENTLY UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION AFTER PLACING CAR IN PARK. UPON RESTARTING VEHICLE AND TURNING IT BACK OFF, KEY IS ABLE TO BE REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-transmission-stall","label":"Transmission stall and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11537507","quote_1_text":"This is the third time that this has happened on the highway. I was driving about 70 miles per hour when my acceleration cut out","quote_2_odi":"11533731","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure while at high speed on an interstate highway resulted in disengagement, immediate deceleration and limited steerage in an area with limited breakdown lane","quote_3_odi":"11062403","quote_3_text":"CVT WILL NOT SHIFT IN COLD WEATHER. I TOOK TO THE DEALER 3 TIMES AND THEY SAID NOTHING WRONG. I HAVE A VIDEO OF THE TACH REACHING 2600 RPM'S AT 30 MILES TO 55 MPH AND CVT WAS STUCK IN 3RD GEAR, WOULD NOT SHIFT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10927234","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE DRIVING 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10877160","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS","quote_3_odi":"11231541","quote_3_text":"WHILE CAR WAS SLOWING IN A PARKING LOT AREA, TURNING AND BRAKING (HAVE WITNESS TO ATTEST TO THIS), IT HAD SUA (SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION) AS I WAS ABOUT TO PARK AND THE VEHICLE WENT OVER A CURB AND THROUGH A BUILDING WALL IN LESS THAN 10 SECONDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking under minor road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11268130","quote_1_text":"GOING A VERY LOW RATE OF SPEED A SMALL ROCK WAS ABLE TO CRACK MY WINDSHIELD. I WAS MERGING ONTO A HIGHWAY WITH A WORK VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME. THE WINDSHIELD APPEARS TO BE VERY WEAK AND BRITTLE","quote_2_odi":"11431751","quote_2_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked. Additionally, windshield wiper reservoir leaks but dealer says it’s fine","quote_3_odi":"11461901","quote_3_text":"In June 2020, 3 months after buying my 2016 Impreza used, the windshield randomly cracked from the bottom of the windshield and travelled upwards on the passenger side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11656333","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving 10 MPH, she crashed into the rear of another vehicle on the front passenger side of her vehicle. The contact mentioned that the seat belt did retract during the impact. No air bags deployed…","quote_2_odi":"11683244","quote_2_text":"1. Any and all airbags failed to deploy. The car is currently parked in my garage and is available for inspection. The insurance company has declared the car a \"total loss,\" and would like to tow it away as soon as possible. 2. The driver had a concussion and whiplash…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-airbag-sensor-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10993829","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT IS ON WHEN OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES ARE HOT. HAPPENS ALLS SURFACES/MOVEMENT: STATIONARY, MOVING, CITY STREET, HIGHWAY. PASSENGER SEAT EMPTY, DRIVER IN CAR ONLY. SUBARU DEALER BLAMED IT ON MY SEAT COVERS, AFTER PUSHING FOR MORE RESEARCH…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11589288","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving 15 MPH, the vehicle began to hesitate without warning. The contact then stated that while at a stop light, the vehicle stalled upon the depression of the accelerator pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11052942","quote_2_text":"3 DIFFERENT TIMES,ON DIFFERENT DAYS, WHEN MAKING A TURN AFTER STOPPED AT A LIGHT THE CAR SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND HAD TO BE RESTARTED. NO INDICATION LIGHTS CAME ON AND MY RADIO STAYED PLAYING. A VERY DANGEROUS SAFETY ISSUE!! PUT 4 WAYS ON AND PRAYED I WOULD NOT GET HIT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-headlamp-recall-parts-delay","label":"Headlamp assembly failure and recall parts delay","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11500585","quote_1_text":"In September 2021, the driver side headlight failed, creating a hazard driving at night. In January 2023, the passenger side headlight failed, creating the same hazard. The dealer reviewed both issues and confirmed the ENTIRE headlight assembly has failed in both cases…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-infotainment-malfunctions","label":"Infotainment and electrical accessory malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11053006","quote_1_text":"RADIO SOUND AT HIGH VOLUME ON START-UP WITH CONTROL KNOB USELESS TO TURN DOWN OR TURN OFF THE SOUND. THE HEAD UNIT HAS BEEN REPLACED. PROBLEM IS IDENTICAL. TURNING SOUND OFF AT SHUTDOWN THE DAY BEFORE MAKES NO DIFFERENCE. REVERSING IN PARKING LOTS IS PERILOUS…","quote_2_odi":"10968330","quote_2_text":"EYESIGHT SYSTEM KEEPS TURNING ITSELF OFF. REAR CAMERA HAS FAR MORE PROBLEMS AFTER FEDERAL REAR CAMERA RECALL. CAMERA OFTEN DOESN'T APPEAR AND LEAVES ME WITH A BLANK SCREEN. EYESIGHT SYSTEM SHUTS OFF RANDOMLY AND RESETS AFTER A RESTART…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11268614","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU IMPREZA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS COASTING THE VEHICLE FORWARD IN THE DRIVEWAY, IT INDEPENDENTLY SURGED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE DOOR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED TWICE BEFORE…","quote_2_odi":"11063457","quote_2_text":"I WAS PARKING MY CAR AT APARTMENT'S PARKING LOT BY RIGHT TURNING. I WAS DRIVING REALLY SLOW ABOUT 5MILES/HR.MY FOOT WAS ON THE BREAK PEDAL AND AS I PRESS THE BREAK TO SLOW MY CAR FURTHER IT GOT ACCELERATED (WITH RAVING ENGINE NOISE) AND HIT FRONT PARKING FENCE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-wheel-bearing-failure","label":"Wheel bearing failure at low mileage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11682621","quote_1_text":"Premature failure of wheel bearings. Both rear wheel bearings had to be replaced after only 54,192 miles. Technician indicated that replacements were upgraded \"sealed\" systems. At 73,712 miles the front driver's side wheel bearing was also replaced by the dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11545009","quote_2_text":"The rear wheel bearing hubs continuously have to be replaced due to failure. I have 110,000 miles and have replaced the same rear wheel bearing 3x since buying the vehicle new. The 1st occured withing the first 30,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":125,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11557801","quote_1_text":"I am logging a complaint regarding my Subaru Impreza 2017 windshield. I bought new in 2017, and it currently has only about 55k miles. The windshield is completely covered (literally thousands) of tiny pinpoint chips…","quote_2_odi":"11387394","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN A ONE LANE ROAD GOING 30 MPH WHEN THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. NOTHING HITTING THE WINDSHIELD.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeat battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11550601","quote_1_text":"2018 Impreza, beginning around 2020, has had three dead or damaged batteries (2x OEM and 1x aftermarket) and the car is now on its fourth battery (aftermarket). Vehicle couldn't sit for more than a few days without needing jump started…","quote_2_odi":"11698593","quote_2_text":"This making model has become known for a parasitic drain of the DCM module. It’s all over the public forums that this module doesn’t shut down properly and causes a drain on the battery system. The remedy is to plug your car into a battery tender system.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-brake-shudder","label":"Brake shudder and vibration when braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11605898","quote_1_text":"March 2023 I had all 4 rotors & brakes replaced. About 2 weeks after, doing 65 mph on highway 79 I had to lightly apply my brakes. After letting off the brake all of a sudden my whole car, steering wheel, etc started shaking…","quote_2_odi":"11485251","quote_2_text":"Suspected defective and/or faulty brake booster or brake hose on the front left tire. Car starts violently shaking/shuddering when easing onto the brakes (once the brakes have warmed up for my daily commute to work)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-cowl-panel-separation","label":"Windshield cowl panel separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11183286","quote_1_text":"THE WIPER COWL COVER SEPARATES FROM THE WINDSHIELD RESULTING IN A GAP BETWEEN THE COWL COVER AND THE WINDSHIELD. THIS GAP ALLOWS AN ABNORMAL AMOUNT OF WATER TO FLOW INSIDE, ESPECIALLY DURING HEAVY RAINFALL, SNOW, OR CARWASH…","quote_2_odi":"11193248","quote_2_text":"2018 SPORT MODEL NOTICED FRONT WINDSHIELD COWL PANEL WARPED AT 4770 MILES AND AGAIN AT 6880 MILES AFTER WARRANTY PLACEMENT. COWL PANEL POPS UP AT THE CENTER OF THE PANEL LEAVING A 1/8\" GAP BETWEEN THE RUBBER SEAL AND THE BASE OF THE WINDSHIELD…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-engine-oil-leak","label":"Engine oil leak and oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11663693","quote_1_text":"Engine oil leak. An engine oil leak could potentially cause a fire hazard by igniting when leaking into hot components. It could cause engine damage due to inadequate lubrication leading to overheating and severe engine damage…","quote_2_odi":"11558681","quote_2_text":"Engine began failing at 68k miles. The vehicle spews blue smoke from the tailpipe and under the hood and loses power when accelerating intermittently. It also consumes large amounts of oil…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-headlamp-recall-dim-beams","label":"Headlamp recall remedy delay and dim low beams","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11545574","quote_1_text":"This recall 22V624000 was issued in August of 2022 and it is now September of 2023, over a year since it was recalled and Subaru still does not have a remedy according to NHTSA website and my local Subaru dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11530677","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the headlights were extremely dim, making it difficult to see the roadway properly while driving night…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-power-loss-stalling","label":"Loss of power and stalling while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11101252","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS STALLED 3 TIMES WHILE DRIVING. AT A STOP SIGN, RED LIGHT AND AT A STOP SIGN. THE INCIDENT AT THE TRAFFIC LIGHT CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO START ROLLING BACKWARDS AND ALMOST HIT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. SUBARU CAN NOT FIND THE PROBLEM BUT ACKNOWLEDGES THE INCIDENTS OF…","quote_2_odi":"11130767","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE DIED WHILE COMING TO A RAPID STOP FROM ABOUT 35-40 MPH. ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL TURNED YELLOW. AFTER PUTTING THE TRANSMISSION PARK THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RESTART…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11310951","quote_1_text":"THE WINDSHIELD OF MY BRAND-NEW SUBARU IMPREZA *SPONTANEOUSLY* DEVELOPED A CRACK. IMPLICITLY ACKNOWLEDGING THAT THE PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY A FACTORY DEFECT, THE DEALER INSTALLED A NEW WINDSHIELD. UNFORTUNATELY, THE REPLACEMENT DEVELOPED A CRACK, TOO…","quote_2_odi":"11384042","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags did not deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11351622","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE IS IDENTIFIED IN THE ACCIDENT REPORT AS UNIT 2. UNIT 1 ATTEMPTED TO MAKE AN IMPROPER/CARELESS LEFT TURN ONTO MAUCH CHUNK RD. UNIT 2 WAS IN MOTION TRAVELING STRAIGHT ACROSS THE INTERSECTION WHEN UNIT 1 TRIED TO MAKE AN ILLEGAL LEFT TURN AND STRUCK UNIT 2. UNIT 1 WAS","quote_2_odi":"11552690","quote_2_text":"AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY IN AN SIDE IMPACT ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11428183","quote_3_text":"On May 8th of this year, my fiancé were involved in a rear end collision. That morning, the Hyundai Tucson in front of us stopped short and we ran into the back of it doing around 35 an hour, and ended up with our vehicle (Subaru Impreza) being totaled. I’d like to provide","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-battery-drain","label":"Repeated battery failure while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11407930","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING MY VEHICLE IN JANUARY OF 2019 I HAVE HAD TO HAVE THE BATTERY REPLACED 4 TIMES, EACH TIME THE CAR HAS NOT BEEN SITTING FOR MORE THAN A WEEK, NOT BEEN EXPOSED TO EXTREME TEMPERATURES, NOT BEEN LEFT WITH A LIGHT ON OR A DOOR OPEN. THE 2ND, 3RD AND 4TH TIMES THIS","quote_2_odi":"11442745","quote_2_text":"Purchased Impreza Limited 10/31/19. On 1/23/21, car would not start. AAA said battery not good & installed a new battery. On 7/4/21 car would not start; battery jumped by AAA. On 9/10/21 car would not start. AAA said battery not good & installed a new battery again—3rd battery","quote_3_odi":"11395794","quote_3_text":"AFTER HAVING THE CAR 10 MONTHS BATTERY KEPT DYING. SUBARU REPLACED THE FIRST BATTERY WITH A NEW ONE EXACTLY ONE YEAR AGO. THAT BATTERY JUST DIED ON FEB 8 AFTER NOT BEING DRIVEN FOR 3 DAYS. I NEEDED TO GET IT JUMP STARTED. SUBARU WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE THIS AND TOLD ME TO GET A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-brake-line-caliper","label":"Rubber brake line and caliper degradation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754703","quote_1_text":"Front right caliper seized less than 3k miles following dealer service including brake fluid flush. Replaced calipers, pads, and rotors at my own expense. Suspect internal degradation of rubber brake lines. Service bulletin exists for year prior model. Many others report rubber","quote_2_odi":"11576921","quote_2_text":"Your vehicle inspection has been completed. Unfortunately we found all 4 of your brake lines are swelling and will need to be replaced. The parts are not in stock and will need to be ordered. Until they're replaced we don't recommend to drive the vehicle due to safety concerns","quote_3_odi":"11471552","quote_3_text":"The brakes on this car squeak constantly. Even after replacing brake pads and rotors the car still squeaks every time the brakes are used. After searching the issue I have found multiple Reddit forums of 2019 Impreza owners complaining of the same issue. I have filed a complaint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-headlight-recall-delay","label":"Headlight recall repair unavailable","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":63,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11569376","quote_1_text":"The headlamps were recalled in August of 2022 and almost 18 months later there is still no remedy for these defective and unsafe headlights","quote_2_odi":"11528645","quote_2_text":"The manufacturer has a recall for front headlights not being bright enough and causing a danger to drivers. I no longer feel safe driving my vehicle at night as i cannot see the roadway nor other vehicles can see me. Its been almost a year and it’s taking a long time to remedy","quote_3_odi":"11553436","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while driving with the headlights activated, the illumination from the headlights was inadequate. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V624000 (Exterior","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-highway-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11195959","quote_1_text":"CAR WILL NOT TRACK STRAIGHT. AT 60 MPH+ YOU MUST MAKE CONSTANT SMALL STEERING CORRECTIONS TO KEEP THE CAR IN YOUR LANE. IT CONSTANTLY DARTS SIDE TO SIDE. THE STEERING WHEEL ALSO WILL NOT SELF CENTER AFTER A TURN. YOU HAVE TO PHYSICALLY PULL THE WHEEL BACK TO CENTER THE LAST 5","quote_2_odi":"11612594","quote_2_text":"Vehicle sways significantly and continuously left and right in lane at highway speeds, including in low or no wind conditions, since the car was new. This happens regardless of whether eyesight/lane keep assist is enabled or not, and all tire pressures are regularly monitored","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-windshield-cowl-warp","label":"Windshield cowl separation and warping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11436526","quote_1_text":"The windshield cowl separates at the bottom of the windshield for reasons such as heat. The separation grows over time and has the potential to detach on the highway partially or entirely. If detached partially, obstructs vision and scares. If entirely, could impact following","quote_2_odi":"11573654","quote_2_text":"The cowl that fills the gap between the bottom of the windshield and the hood is defective and warps from the heat of the engine. This warping leaves a huge gap that exposes the bottom of the windshield and allows debris and water under the hood of the car. I was told this was a","quote_3_odi":"11752823","quote_3_text":"The cowl is the newest cowl on my 2019 subaru impreza and it still bowed like the original. Mine wasn't on the original recall and it bowed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446182","quote_1_text":"I have a 2019 Subaru Impreza and my windshield cracked for the second time in two years. I was driving and heard a loud pop and the windshield cracked from the top about a foot down. Nothing hit the windshield. The first time this happened, the car was sitting in the driveway. I","quote_2_odi":"11321106","quote_2_text":"8000 MILES ON THE CAR. LARGE CRACK FORMED IN WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE AFTER GOING OVER A TYPICAL BUMP IN THE ROAD. CRACK HAS PROPAGATED ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD QUICKLY. SUBARU DECLINED A WARRANTY CLAIM. THIS IS MY 4TH SUBARU, AND NOTHING LIKE THIS HAS EVER HAPPENED BEFORE","quote_3_odi":"11185650","quote_3_text":"AFTER OWNING MY CAR FOR FIVE MONTHS THE WINDSHIELD IS CRACKED AGAIN I HAVE HAD IT REPLACED TWICE ALREADY. THERE IS A SERIOUS DEFECT IN THE WINDSHIELD THAT SUBARU IS USING ON THE IMPREZA VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-airbag-issues","label":"Airbag deployment and warning light failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11714764","quote_1_text":"I got into an accident going 60 miles an hour I crash into a guardrail totaled the car but no airbags deployed I broke my wrist and dislocated my thumb","quote_2_odi":"11585384","quote_2_text":"Passenger Air-bag igniter's wiring shorted out releasing gas into car. The windows were up and the car was not running","quote_3_odi":"11516514","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light was not illuminating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic stated that the air bag warning light needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-engine-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stalling and no-start electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11342076","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. AFTER STOPPING THE VEHICLE AND INSPECTING UNDER THE HOOD, THE ENGINE WAS RESTARTED AND THE VEHICLE OPERATED AS DESIGNED","quote_2_odi":"11458245","quote_2_text":"That is when the key is turned on the engine did not immediately turn over but there began an increased hesitation overtime before engine would turn over. It demonstrated issues of electrical problems","quote_3_odi":"11574727","quote_3_text":"On 3 separate occasions since I've had my car, it has powered off completely without warning while driving. This is very dangerous could cause a severe accident or death","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-eyesight-brake-malfunction","label":"EyeSight VDC and brake system malfunctions","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11684658","quote_1_text":"The Eye Sight warning system is activated occasionally and VDC is cut off. The dealer diagnosed code C1742, and recommended replacing the control unit due to a pressure sensor issue after measurement","quote_2_odi":"11690067","quote_2_text":"VDC HYDRAULIC UNIT REPLACEMENT. IT IS AN INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE ABS CONTROL UNIT. THERE ARE SENSORS INSIDE THAT MEASURE BRAKE LINE PRESSURE. THE LEFT FRONT SENSOR IS STUCK AT NEGATIVE 59 BAR. SHOULD BE ZERO AT REST","quote_3_odi":"11416544","quote_3_text":"THE SUBARU ANTI-COLLISION BEGAN TO ALERT AND ABRUPTLY STOPPED THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE BEHIND US HAD TO BRAKE ABRUPTLY BUT DID NOT HIT US","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"subaru-impreza-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":66,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11608479","quote_1_text":"The windshield spontaneously cracked while sitting in my driveway. Windshield had no chips, damage, etc. The weather has been in the upper 70's, so no inclement weather. Upon researching, I found that many other Subaru owners have had the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11512839","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Impreza. The contact stated that after parking the vehicle, it was later discovered that a crack had developed on the front windshield. The crack measured approximately 10-inches and extended from the bottom of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11317010","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED IN JANUARY 2020 NEW FROM DEALER STOCK. IT HAS APPROXIMATELY 2000 MILES ON IT AND EXPERIENCED SPONTANEOUS WINDSHIELD CRACKS WITH NO INDICATION IT IS FROM SOMETHING STRIKING THE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11666058","quote_1_text":"head on collision/hit the side of another car head, 2024 subaru impreza was smoking before vehicle stopped moving after impact (was slung in the opposite direction), not even five minutes after exiting vehicle it caught flames starting a the front of the engine that spread to…","quote_2_odi":"11659266","quote_2_text":"fire started under the engine hood while being driven","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-fca-phantom-braking","label":"Unintended forward collision braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11748394","quote_1_text":"On Sunday July 5th at approximately 4:10pm The vehicle experienced an unexpected Pre-Collision Braking activation at approximately 25 mph. A vehicle was approximately 40 feet ahead and there was no imminent collision. The vehicle automatically applied the brakes aggressively.","quote_2_odi":"11675427","quote_2_text":"Unnecessary braking in two instances. One happened when Subarus Eyesight system mis identified a road reflector. At least that is what I saw. It happened on a 40 mile an hour highway in a curve with moderate traffic. No one directly behind me. The car had a sudden deceleration…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver side mirror vibration at speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11682011","quote_1_text":"Since new, the image/reflection of the driver side rear view mirror shakes and unsteady at speed. The passenger side rear view mirror is rock steady and stable with a clear image/reflection. This creates a safety issue because the image I see in the mirror is distorted. This is…","quote_2_odi":"11622846","quote_2_text":"Driver side mirror shaking, blurry, vibrating on new 2024 Impreza. Makes one motion sick due to vibration while driving. The driver side mirror is shaking/vibrating and blurring out license plates, took it to dealer and while they do notice some shaking while increasing speed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-strut-suspension-failure","label":"Front strut and suspension failure","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11705353","quote_1_text":"On 12/12/2025, Subaru Orange Coast (Santa Ana, CA) service advisor stated via text: \"Breaks feel fine, no issues there,\" \"Tires no issues there,\" \"Struts no leaks or issues,\" and \"Car is ready for pick up.\" On 12/16/2025, Service Director confirmed: brake rotor defects, weak…","quote_2_odi":"11713923","quote_2_text":"Part 3 SUBARU STRUT ISSUE I called the service department at Peltier Subaru and told them what happened and that I should be reimbursed for the tire. I was told that I needed to bring the tire in so that it could be inspected, along with the car to make there wasn’t something…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall cracking and premature wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677928","quote_1_text":"Front driver side tire sidewall bubbled at 7900 miles on a 2024 Subaru Impreza on June 22nd. They are the original equipment tires: Yokohama Advan S34P P225/40R18 88V. A sidewall bubble is a sign of a structural failure and indicates the tire will eventually blow out. This can…","quote_2_odi":"11678119","quote_2_text":"Yokohama Avid (front x2) 4UT76EX1623 and (rear x2) 4UT7EX1723 225/40R18 while the Passenger Front (4UT76EX1623) tire completely blew out the sidewall after third party inspection all 4 tires on my New 2024 Subaru Impreza are failing per the tire technician \"after inspection it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Impreza","model_slug":"impreza","cluster_id":"impreza-2024-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield crack with no impact point","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11677920","quote_1_text":"My vehicle’s windshield developed an approximately 4-inch crack starting at the base of the glass without any impact point. There is no visible sign of damage or debris strike anywhere near the crack. The crack appeared suddenly and has since extended across the entire height of…","quote_2_odi":"11591821","quote_2_text":"A crack in the windshield appeared one day with no apparent reason.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/impreza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Repeated headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11186517","quote_1_text":"OVER THE PAST 9.5 YEARS THAT I'VE OWNED THE CAR, I'VE HAD TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT BULBS ON BOTH SIDES AT LEAST 5 TIMES IN EACH SIDE. I'VE TALKED TO SUBARU ABOUT THIS AND THEY CANNOT GIVE ME A DEFINITE ANSWER/SOLUTION TO PROBLEM","quote_2_odi":"10946811","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY 3.6R I BOUGHT ALMOST 4 YEARS AGO. IN THE TIME THAT I HAVE OWNED IT I HAVE REPLACED 7 HEADLIGHT BULBS AND HAVE TO DO IT AGAIN BECAUSE ONE JUST BLEW OUT","quote_3_odi":"11083559","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE HEAD LAMPS WOULD NOT ILLUMINATE PROPERLY DUE TO A DEFECTIVE HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger seat airbag occupant sensor stays off","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2009-09 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10441991","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT INDICATING AIR BAG IS OFF WHEN A 5'4'' 112 POUND ADULT FEMALE IS IN THE SEAT. THE INDICATION LIGHT WILL SOMETIMES FLICKER FROM OFF TO ON BUT MAINLY REMAINS OFF FOR THE DURATION OF THE DRIVE REGARDLESS OF THE SPEED AS WELL AS WHEN THE CAR IS IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"10407263","quote_2_text":"LEGACY 2010 GT - PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG LIGHT OFF WHEN PASSENGER WEIGHS 125 LB OR LESS. ADULT IS A FULL SIZE ADULT: 120 LB, 5'5\", 37 YEARS OLD WOMAN","quote_3_odi":"11014718","quote_3_text":"I WEIGH 115 POUNDS. WHEN I SIT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT OF THE 2010 SUBARU LEGACY, THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT DOES NOT COME ON. WHEN SOMEONE HEAVIER SITS IN THE SEAT, THE AIRBAG INDICATOR LIGHT COMES ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10425939","quote_1_text":"BETWEEN 60-75 MPH THERE IS A STRONG VIBRATION ON THE STEERING WHEEL. NUMEROUS PEOPLE HAVE THIS PROBLEM WITH THE LEGACYS AND OUTBACKS","quote_2_odi":"10386831","quote_2_text":"VERY BAD VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL AND FRONT END IN SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 40MPH. MANY OTHER SUBARU LEGACY OWNERS ARE ALSO EXPERIENCING THIS","quote_3_odi":"10354919","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO VIOLENTLY VIBRATE AND TURN TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11572135","quote_1_text":"The front subframe of my 2010 Subaru is completely rusted through and is available for inspection. My safety was put at risk because if the subframe broke in half while I was driving it would cause an accident from lack of steering control","quote_2_odi":"11354431","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR A STATE INSPECTION, HE WAS INFORMED THAT THE FRONT SUB-FRAME HAD ROTTED. THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11479924","quote_3_text":"I was driving home and heard loud creaking and grinding noises from the front of the car, especially when I was turning or braking. I did use it the next day and it sounded worse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11174558","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10945469","quote_2_text":"TAKATA INFLATORS - I CONTACTED SUBARU AND THEY ARE STILL MONTHS AWAY FROM BEING ABLE TO REPLACE DEFECTIVE EQUIPMENT. WE ARE UNABLE TO USE THE VEHICLE FOR OUR FAMILY BECAUSE OF THE SAFETY ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10919017","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V694000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2010-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2009-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":150,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11254310","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS AN ISSUE WHERE IT WILL STALL OUT WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED MODERATELY TO FIRMLY. THE DRIVER MUST MAKE A VERY SLOW STOP TO AVOID STALLING THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11080838","quote_2_text":"TORQUE CONVERTER- STALLS WHEN COMING TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Recurring low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10935040","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHT BULBS KEEP BURNING OUT. THIS IS THE LOW BEAM. I'VE HAD THEM REPLACED 13 TIMES DURING OUR OWNERSHIP. THIS HAS BECOME EXORBITANTLY EXPENSIVE, WHAT CAN I DO?","quote_2_odi":"10775359","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE BOTH LOW BEAM BULBS SIX TIMES IN A YEAR. THE VEHICLE ONLY HAS 93,000 MILES ON IT","quote_3_odi":"10597665","quote_3_text":"I AM IN THE PROCESS OF REPLACING MY THIRD TOTAL SET OF LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON SINCE THE FIRST YEAR SINCE I PURCHASED THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-highway-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10461698","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60+ MPH THE VEHICLE EXHIBITS A SEVERE \"SWAY\" OR PULL FROM SIDE TO SIDE. THE SEVERITY OF THE SWAYING INCREASES WITH SPEED, THE DRIVER HAS TO \"FIGHT\" THE STEERING WHEEL TO KEEP THE VEHICLE CENTERED IN ITS LANE","quote_2_odi":"10396563","quote_2_text":"AT HIGHWAY CRUISING SPEEDS OF 60+ MPH, THE VEHICLE FEELS \"WOBBLY\". THE CAR FEELS AS THOUGH IT IS GETTING SWAYED FROM SIDE TO SIDE, EVEN ON GOOD ROAD IN GOOD CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"10450515","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD BECOME EXTREMELY HARD TO CONTROL WHEN DRIVING IN HEAVY WINDS OR WHEN A HEAVY VEHICLE WOULD PASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11674244","quote_1_text":"While turning the wheel to back out of a parking spot, we heard a loud clunking sound. From that point on, while braking there were loud clunking sounds and the car pulled to the right","quote_2_odi":"11537308","quote_2_text":"This 2011 Subaru Legacy would pull severely to the right when braking, nearly jerking the steering wheel out of the drivers hand","quote_3_odi":"11486094","quote_3_text":"The front subframe failed due to corrosion from the inside according to the service department","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11182762","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10906731","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10894929","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I AM CONCERNED WITH DRIVING MY VEHICLE WITH THE TAKATA AIRBAGS INSTALLED. EVEN THOUGH THE AIRBAGS ARE ON THE PASSENGER SIDE, I AM AFRAID THE DEPLOYMENT OF THE AIRBAGS WOULD STILL AFFECT ME AS THE DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2011-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter stall on braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":167,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11220419","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS CAR ONE WEEK AGO FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, AND WHILE IT TESTED FINE THE DAY I PURCHASED IT, DEPENDING ON HOW I COME TO A STOP AND HOW HARD THE BRAKE IS PRESSED, THE CAR STALLS","quote_2_odi":"10924704","quote_2_text":"MY 2011 SUBARY LEGACY 2.5I PREMIUM STALLS AT EVERY INTERSECTION WHILE BRAKING","quote_3_odi":"11165890","quote_3_text":"WHEN CAR IS COMING UP TO A STOP SIGN IT STALLS AND DIES ON ME AND I HAVE TO PUT IT IN PARK AND START IT BACK UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal or side-impact crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11021630","quote_1_text":"I WAS HIT IN THE REAR END OF THE CAR AND HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME, BUT THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS AT A COMPLETE STOP DURING RUSH HOUR ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10955070","quote_2_text":"HIT HEAD ON DRIVING OUR 2012 SUBARU LEGACY BY A NISSAN MAXIMA BOTH TRAVELING OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS AT 40 MILES PER HOUR. ALL AIR BAGS IN OTHER VEHICLE WERE DEPLOYED WHILE NONE DEPLOYED IN THE SUBARU CONTRIBUTING TO EXTENSIVE IMPACT INJURIES, SEAL/LAP BELT INJURIES AND CLOSED HEAD","quote_3_odi":"10871954","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS PULLING OUT FROM A STOP SIGN AND TRAVELING AT 5 MPH WHEN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WAS HIT BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 45-50 MPH WITH ENOUGH DAMAGE TO BE CONSIDERED FOR TOTAL LOSS AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-brake-system-failure","label":"Parking and service brake failures, parts unavailable","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11139453","quote_1_text":"BRAKE PEDAL TRAVEL SUDDENLY INCREASED WHILE DRIVING ON RESIDENTIAL STREET. BRAKE PEDAL MUST BE DEPRESSED ALMOST TO FLOOR FOR CAR TO BEGIN BRAKING. BRAKING IS NOT VERY EFFECTIVE. NO BRAKE FLUID LOSS EXPERIENCED AND BRAKE FLUID APPEARS CLEAR","quote_2_odi":"11195485","quote_2_text":"THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE HAS FAILED AS DETERMINED BY THE MODESTO SUBARU DEALERSHIP DIAGNOSTIC. THEY RECOMMEND REPLACING THE EPB. I PAID $157.50 FOR THE DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY WANT ANOTHER $1250 TO REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11593722","quote_3_text":"The brake lines of my vehicle were corroded and started leaking brake fluid. The brakes no longer work and started failing when I was driving up a hill. Luckily there was no accident, however, not having functioning breaks is an obvious safety concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure or wheel seizure turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10491772","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO KEEP ALIGNED, CAUSING IT TO VEER FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTING A TURN IN EITHER DIRECTION, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD SEIZE","quote_2_odi":"11091439","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL NEARLY LOCKED - BECAME IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN. HAPPENED WHILE MAKING A VERY SLIGHT RIGHT TURN AT ABOUT 5MPH FROM A SMALL SIDE ROAD ONTO A FOUR LANE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11186212","quote_3_text":"POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING. I WAS IN THE PARKING LOT AT WORK TRYING TO LEAVE AT THE END OF THE DAY. IT DROVE FINE OVER LUNCH AND THEN WHEN I STARTED THE CAR AT 5PM THE STEERING MADE A WHINING NOISE (TYPICAL, FROM MY UNDERSTANDING, OF A POWER STEERING FAILURE) AND WAS VERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10967617","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V014000 (AIR BAGS). THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE REPAIRS WERE NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11190035","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V008000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11452291","quote_3_text":"Contacting Subaru going on 4 years to get airbag recall completed. Subaru has Persistently promised to call back to set appointment BUT NEVER CALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2012-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter failure causing stall at a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11133644","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 SUBARU LEGACY STALLS OUT WHEN I COME TO A STOP. IT DOES THIS RANDOMLY. IT IS VERY DANGEROUS AS IT CAN HAPPEN ANY TIME IN TRAFFIC. I WAS TOLD THAT IT IS CAUSED BY A FAULTY TORQUE CONVERTER","quote_2_odi":"11267587","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. AFTER RESTARTING THE ENGINE, THE VEHICLE OPERATED NORMALLY","quote_3_odi":"11528026","quote_3_text":"CVT transmission issues persist beyond the limited warranty extension that has now expired from Subaru. Vehicle RPMs regularly drop from 1000 to 500 when coming to a stop, causing engine to knock as it tries to stall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10967479","quote_1_text":"ON 03/18/2017, I WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE THAT RAN THE RED LIGHT, AND MY VEHICLE FAILED TO DEPLOY THE AIR BAGS. AS A RESULT I HIT MY HEAD ON THE WIDOW AND SUSTAINED VARIOUS INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11020004","quote_2_text":"CAR ACCIDENT THAT TOTALED CAR ON HIGHWAY WITH FRONT END COLLISION WITH GUARD RAIL AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. ACCIDENT DUE TO RAINY WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"10894711","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure or stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11471437","quote_1_text":"Transmission failed. Began to make bad noises then failed to accelerate in an intersection. Was almost hit by another car. Dealer indicated that the Subaru transmissions were only lasting 90, 000 to 100,000 miles before requiring replacement. Contracted Subaru who said they had","quote_2_odi":"11341920","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON A BUSY INTERSTATE. MY CAR SUDDENLY JERKED AS IF I HAD PUT INTO NEUTRAL. I WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH. NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT TRYING TO GET OFF THE HIGHWAY. IT WOULD NOT ENGAGE IN MANUAL OR AUTOMATIC MODE. AFTER HAVING IT TOWED TO A MECHANICS SHOP","quote_3_odi":"11396712","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED ON THIS SUBARU LEGACY AT 83874 MILES. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL AND THREE ENGINE LIGHTS CAME ON. THIS WAS COVERED UNDER AN EXTENDED WARRANTY AS THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR. I HAVE THREE COMPLAINTS / CONCERNS WHERE I BELIEVE THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-electric-parking-brake-module","label":"Electric parking brake control module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10937925","quote_1_text":"ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKES- MALFUNCTION CAUSING THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKES TO BECOME STUCK AND WILL NOT DISENGAGE CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE IMMOBILE","quote_2_odi":"11220297","quote_2_text":"WE JUST BOUGHT THIS CAR AND 2 DAYS LATER THE SERVICE ENGINE LIGHT WENT ON AND THE BRAKE ICON WAS BLINKING AND THE CRUISE CONTROL DIDNT WORK. A SUBARU DEALER TOLD ME THAT IT NEEDS THE PARKING BREAK ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL. I FIND THIS STRANGE AS THE CAR IS ONLY 6 YEARS OLD","quote_3_odi":"11244400","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS 2013 SUBARU LEGACY LIMITED ON JUNE 12,2019 AND A WEEK LATER THE EMERGENCY BRAKE LIGHT AND CRUISE CONTROL DID NOT WORK AND THE LIGHTS WERE ON THE DASHBOARD. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO A SUBARU DEALER IN WILMINGTON, NC AND WAS TOLD THAT IT NEEDED THE CONTROL PANEL FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10638419","quote_1_text":"LOW OIL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER. THEY TOLD ME IT WAS NORMAL. AT 10,500 MILES, SAME THING HAPPENED. LIKE CLOCKWORK, EVERY 3,000 MILES THE LIGHT GOES ON AND I'M DOWN AT LEAST A QUART OF OIL. THIS HAS HAPPENED EVERY 3,000 MILES SINCE THEN. I'VE BEEN DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11024536","quote_2_text":"I AM ON MY THIRD ENGINE DUE TO THE OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUES. I JUST HAD A THE THIRD ENGINE PUT IN AND THE LIGHT CAME ON AT 2300 MILES. I ALSO HAD TO REPLACE THE CATALYTIC CONVERTER AND THE CLUTCH. I AM STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH THE CLUTCH AS WELL. IT'S A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY 2.5L","quote_3_odi":"11583674","quote_3_text":"I want to add my report of oil loss in the hope a recall is made. I found out after purchase that 2012-2014 or 2015 has a known problem with piston rings. With normal local driving I need to top off the oil every couple of weeks. With longer trips, say a couple hours of driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-steering-wander-swerve","label":"Steering wander or swerve at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10524094","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SWERVE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION AND THEY STATED THEY COULD NOT DIAGNOSE THE CAUSE OF FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","quote_2_odi":"10544277","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE WANDERED LEFT AND RIGHT. AN INSPECTION WAS PERFORMED, BUT NO PROBLEM WAS FOUND. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE AND THE CONTACT WAS","quote_3_odi":"11089971","quote_3_text":"MY MECHANIC TOLD ME THERE WAS A RECALL ON OLDER LEGACY'S LIKE 2010-2012 ABOUT THE BRAKE LINES. HE WENT ON TO CHECK MY BRAKE LINES (WITH MY CAR ON A LIFT) AND SAW THEY WERE COMPLETELY RUSTED OUT AND SWOLLEN. ALSO, FOR SOME REASON WHEN I'M DRIVING, MY CAR PULLS TO ONE SIDE OR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2013-takata-airbag-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11203514","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT CALLED ROMANO SUBARU AT 315-475-7933 (LOCATED AT 960 HIAWATHA BLVD W, SYRACUSE, NY 13204) AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS WERE","quote_2_odi":"11192673","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. WE GOT A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU, RECALL TKB19, STATING THAT NO PASSENGERS SHOULD BE ALLOWED TO RIDE IN THE PASSENGER SEAT UNTIL THE REPAIR IS PERFORMED. HOWEVER, THE ONLY SUBARU IN THE RALEIGH AREA SAID THE EARLIEST THE REPAIR COULD BE DONE WAS IN AUGUST; I","quote_3_odi":"11186914","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-cvt-hesitation-stall","label":"CVT torque converter hesitation and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11641208","quote_1_text":"Believe the torque converter in the cvt transmission is causing the vehicle to stall. Happened multiple times going through an intersection and was almost side swiped. Was an extended warranty on cvt but no recalls for it yet","quote_2_odi":"11341741","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STALLS AND HESITATES FROM COMPLETES AND SHUDDERS WHEN COMING TO A STOP USUALLY AT INTERSECTIONS. CONTRIBUTING FACTOR IS TORQUE CONVERTER AND POSSIBLY VALVE BODY. KNOWN SAFETY ISSUE TO SUBARU THAT IS NO LONGER COVERED BY WARRENTY","quote_3_odi":"10649644","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAD A 2-5 SECONDS ACCELERATION HESITATION. TAKING OFF FROM A YIELD SIGN AND GOING ACROSS A HWY, THE CAR HAD ENOUGH POWER TO ROLL FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Low beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11174614","quote_1_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULB KEEP BLOWING OUT. REPLACED 4X IN THE PAST. TWICE LAST MONTH. THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN/ISSUE ESPECIALLY IF DRIVING AT NIGHT NOT TO MENTION THE COST AND HASSLE OF HAVING TO CHANGE OUT THE LAMPS SO OFTEN","quote_2_odi":"10939157","quote_2_text":"HEAD LIGHTS KEEP BURNING OUT ON THIS VEHICLE, BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE (LOW BEAM) HAVE BEEN REPLACED 3 TIMES SO FAR OVER A PERIOD OF 2 YEARS","quote_3_odi":"11310425","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLAMP BECAME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FOG LAMPS WERE ALSO INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11019076","quote_1_text":"MY CAR KEEPS RUNNING ON LOW OIL BEFORE THE LIISTED NEXT OIL CHANGE .AND A SUBARU DEALERSHIP CHANGES IT EVERYTIME ITS DUE. CALLED THEM UP AFTER THE THIRD TIME IT HAPPENED AND THEY SAID TO JUST ADD OIL","quote_2_odi":"11206112","quote_2_text":"PERIODICALLY THE CAR HAS BEEN SHUTTING OFF AFTER I START IT. WHEN IT'S STATIONERY. IT WILL SHUT OFF TWO TO THREE TIMES BEFORE IT WITH STAY ON. ALSO IT HAS BEEN CONSUMING OIL AND THE OIL LIGHT COMES ON BEFORE I'M DUE FOR AN OIL CHANGE","quote_3_odi":"11162239","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED OIL TOO QUICKLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO CONSTANTLY ADD ENGINE OIL TO THE VEHICLE BETWEEN OIL CHANGES AND THE CHECK OIL INDICATOR ILLUMINATED OFTEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-sunroof-windshield-glass","label":"Sunroof water leaks and windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11398032","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER IT RAIN THE SUN ROOF LEAKS INSIDE THE CAR , WATER HAD FLOODED THE FLOOR RUGS AND SEATS ALSO THE BACKUP CAMERA WAS FILLED WITH WATER HAD TO REPLACED $237.99 THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11287679","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS WINDSHIELD CRACK DEVELOPED. STARTED IN FRONT OF THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN, GOES UP 3-4 INCHES, TURNS AND GOES ACROSS THE BOTTOM OF THE WS TO A POINT IN FRONT OF THE GLOVE BOX. NO EVIDENCE OF AN IMPACT CHIP","quote_3_odi":"11062500","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, A LOUD POP NOISE WAS HEARD. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING AS HE THOUGHT A ROCK STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2014-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts availability and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11046482","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: THIS MAKE/MODEL IS LISTED AS A VEHICLE AFFECTED BY THE TAKATA AIRBAG RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11175154","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL WHEN I BACKED OUT OF A PARKING PLACE IN A PARKING LOT I HIT ANOTHER CAR. THE AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY. CAR WAS MOVING SLOWLY","quote_3_odi":"11192270","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. RECEIVED LETTER STATING AIR BAG RECALL FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL AIR BAG ON MARCH15TH. CALLED RAMSEY SUBARU ON ROUTE 17 IN RAMSEY NJ WHERE I BOUGHT THE CAR AND WAS TOLD THAT I COULD NOT HAVE THE RECALL FIXED UNTIL SEPTEMBER 2019","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-airbag-takata","label":"Air bag non-deployment and Takata recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11521550","quote_1_text":"I was in a wreck were my car slammed into the center barrier on the interstate twice and my air bags didn't deploy and I was slammed into my car door","quote_2_odi":"11015462","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL -- RECEIVED NOTICE ~ AUGUST 12 OF SETTLEMENT IN A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT ALLEGING SUBARU MANUFACTURED AND SOLD VEHICLES THAT CONTAINED ALLEGEDLY DEFECTIVE AIRBAGS MADE BY TAKATA","quote_3_odi":"11626620","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while reversing into the driveway, the driver's side air bag unintendedly deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain leaving vehicle stranded","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11492991","quote_1_text":"We have owned two 2015 Subaru Legacy sedans. Both of them have had major battery problems. We've had to have battery tenders (trickle-chargers) installed on both cars, and we're still having battery problems","quote_2_odi":"11419898","quote_2_text":"CAN ( Controller Area Network) is causing a parasitic draining of my battery causing me to have to jump my car regularly and I changed the battery less than a year ago","quote_3_odi":"11451733","quote_3_text":"I have been experiencing excessive electrical drain issues throughout the life of my vehicle. I have had to jump it at least 10 times and have replaced the battery 4 times throughout my 7 years of ownership","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-cvt-slip-judder","label":"CVT slipping, judder, and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11723218","quote_1_text":"While driving, the transmission began shuddering, slipping, and making metallic grinding noises. Vehicle could barely climb a small ramp and was locked in limp mode, making it unsafe to operate in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11166624","quote_2_text":"SINCE NOVEMBER OF 2017 WHILE DRIVING THE CAR IT HAS INTERMITTENTLY JERKED AND SHOOK EXCESSIVELY, BUCKING LIKE A MAD HORSE","quote_3_odi":"11404967","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLED ON CITY STREET. TURNED OUT TO BE THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-fuel-door-stuck","label":"Fuel filler door fails to open or release","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2016-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10717904","quote_1_text":"THE GAS LID WOULDN'T OPEN WHEN THE LEVER WAS PULLED. I HAD TO TAKE IT BACK TO THE DEALER FOR IT TO GET FIXED","quote_2_odi":"10735481","quote_2_text":"AT THE FIRST REFUELING OF THE CAR AFTER PURCHASE, THE FUEL DOOR DID NOT OPEN WHEN THE LEVER WAS PULLED. EVENTUALLY IT DID OPEN AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS","quote_3_odi":"10862476","quote_3_text":"GAS CAP LID DOES NOT OPEN. WE TOOK THE AUTO INTO DEALERSHIP JUNE 30, 2015 AND GAVE THEM TSB-09-60-15","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden acceleration despite brake application","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11714652","quote_1_text":"Despite my foot being firmly pressed on the brake pedal, my car surged forward, retracing the path that I had followed while backing up","quote_2_odi":"11062302","quote_2_text":"IN FEBRUARY 2017 WE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION ON 6 OCCASIONS. WE TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THAT THERE WAS NOTHING WRONG WITH THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11152454","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT YESTERDAY. WHILE PULLING IN TO A PARKING SPOT AND ALMOST COMPLETELY STOPPED WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE ABOUT TO PLACE THE CAR IN PARK, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2015-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10826159","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE OWNED THE CAR FOR 14 MONTH'S AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD 6 TIMES DUE TO CRACKING. OTHER CARS IN THE SAME HOUSEHOLD HAVE NEVER HAD TO HAVE THEIR WINDSHIELDS REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10730306","quote_2_text":"THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED FROM THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE. THREE LARGE CRACKS ONE OF WHICH IS NOW ALMOST ALL THE WAY OVER IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER. THERE WAS A CHIP WHERE THE CRACK STARTED","quote_3_odi":"11029938","quote_3_text":"FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKS SPONTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING. FIRST OCCURRED ON 8/24/17 AS DESCRIBED IN THEIR TSB WITH CRACK STARTING FROM THE DEICER. DEALER REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Battery drain from parasitic electrical draw","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11741718","quote_1_text":"Battery dies all the time. Parasitic drain from the Starlink program in the car. There is/was a lawsuit. It involves some DCW fuse or something. Ive had to prematurely replace my battery. It also seems to be affecting the radio. It switches stations randomly","quote_2_odi":"11497468","quote_2_text":"BATTERY DIED BECAUSE OF A DRAIN PROBLEM. I HAD TO REPLACE 2 BATTERIES IN ONE YEAR AND TEN MONTHS. HOW MANY BATTERIES MUST I REPLACED BEFORE SUBARU DOES A RECALL? IS THERE ANYTHING YOU CAN DO?","quote_3_odi":"11423137","quote_3_text":"Battery fully discharges when vehicle sits idle for more than 2 to 3 days. Car does not start. I changed the battery twice in 6 months time and have checked alternator which is okay","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10925875","quote_1_text":"WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE THERE IS AN EXTENDED DELAY AND APPLICATION OF THROTTLE CAUSES A SEVERE LURCHING OF THE CAR WHICH CAN CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"11754212","quote_2_text":"While traveling approximately 70 mph, my 2016 Subaru Legacy experienced a sudden drivetrain failure. The vehicle made a loud bang, immediately lost acceleration/power, and approximately five seconds later the front drivetrain locked, causing the tires to skid","quote_3_odi":"11497377","quote_3_text":"I had a transmission failure on my 2016 Subaru Legacy and there were no warning signs before this incident occurred. I was on a road trip driving at highway speeds and suddenly without warning I heard a loud bang","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-key-wont-release-park","label":"Ignition key won't release from park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11317153","quote_1_text":"THE SWITCH THAT THE KEY GOES INTO WILL NOT RELEASE THE KEY WHEN YOU PUT IT IN PARK. PLEASE MAKE THEM RECALL THIS AND FIX IT. THERE ARE SEVERAL PEOPLE ONLINE COMPLAINING ABOUT THIS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11254808","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF THE PARK-RANGE SWITCH RESULTING IN THE INABILITY TO REMOVE KEY FROM IGNITION WHEN SHIFTER IS IN THE PARK POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11339444","quote_3_text":"KEY INTERMITTENTLY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN CAR IS IN PARK AND ENGINE TURNED OFF (BUT ELECTRIC IS STILL ON SINCE KEY CANNOT BE TURNED TO \"OFF\"). IF LEFT UNRESOLVED, THE BATTERY WILL EVENTUALLY DIE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-low-speed-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11686981","quote_1_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND SUCH EXPERIENCE WITH THIS CAR! On Friday, September 12, 2025 at 3:32 p.m., I was driving slowly in a parking lot preparing to park. As I started to turn the car into the parking space, my car surged forward without my pressing on the gas pedal","quote_2_odi":"10823304","quote_2_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THREE EPISODES STARTING FROM AUGUST 2015. (DELIVERY MONTH OF CAR). WAS SLOWING DOWN,FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE AT ENTRANCE GATE TO MY COMMUNITY,WHEN ENGINE SURGED AND CAR STARTED ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"11110715","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE REVERSING THE VEHICLE, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE DROVE THROUGH THE DRIVEWAY BARRIERS AND CRASHED INTO A TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-steering-veering-loss","label":"Steering veers off-center without input","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10870686","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE VEERED LEFT AND RIGHT INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT FORCE WAS REQUIRED TO THE STEERING WHEEL. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY","quote_2_odi":"10864756","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE POWER STEERING ASSIST FAILED AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS VEERING RIGHT AND LEFT. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED NO DIAGNOSIS AND NO REPAIR SOLUTION","quote_3_odi":"11527329","quote_3_text":"Steering did not return to neutral position after making a right turn, steering wanted to continue on right turn. I was able to pull it back to straight position with some needed force","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2016-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":146,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11243439","quote_1_text":"MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY DEVELOPED A CRACK WHILE PARKED IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR A WEEK. NO DEBRIS WAS FOUND AROUND THE VEHICLE. LOOKS LIKE IT STARTED WITH THE TOP PASSENGER SIDE AND EXTENDED 1 FOOT DOWN AND 1.5 FEET ACROSS TO THE DRIVERS SIDE","quote_2_odi":"10995673","quote_2_text":"ONE MORNING AFTER BEING PARKED ALL NIGHT, WE NOTICED A SIX INCH CRACK APPEARED ONE DAY IN THE FRONT WINDSHIELD HALF WAY UP AT THE PASSENGER SIDE EDGE AND EXTENDING TOWARD THE DRIVER SIDE. THERE IS NO IMPACT OR CHIP SITE IN THE WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11425028","quote_3_text":"A 6-inch crack suddenly appeared in the lower driver's side area of the windshield starting from the very edge in the black area. It follows the exact pattern of multiple other windshield crack complaints in this model year","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Front airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11414164","quote_1_text":"FRONT END COLLISION AIR BAD DID NOT DEPLOY FACE DAMAGE","quote_2_odi":"11419861","quote_2_text":"Almost hit a deer on Meredith Center road New Hampshire my display warning did not go off cost $12,000 worth of impact on the front end of the car the airbags did not go off deploy broke ribs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11415530","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DRAIN","quote_2_odi":"11486253","quote_2_text":"Battery drains resulting in no start condition. Taken to dealer and they say all is fine but problem happens over again. On second battery and need to purchase a third now because of this issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11360800","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION KEY WILL NOT COME OUT WHEN SHUTTING OFF.","quote_2_odi":"11321958","quote_2_text":"UNABLE TO GET KEY OUT OF IGNITION IN P POSITION. HAVE TO PUT IT EITHER BACK IN D OR R, MOVE A BIT, PUT IT BACK IN P, TRY AGAIN, SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-steering-wander","label":"Steering wander and lane tracking","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11560815","quote_1_text":"Electric Power Steering failure","quote_2_odi":"11072044","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING HAS NO RESISTANCE TO INPUT FROM THE ROAD OR CROSSWIND, HEAVY/SLUSHY SNOW, ETC. YOU HAVE TO STEER INTO A CROSSWIND AND AS SOON AS THE WIND IS GONE, THE CAR VEERS.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while stopping","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11513949","quote_1_text":"When running on a highway and you press down on the accelerator hard to merge onto a highway or go around a vehicle to move out of the way of vehicles quickly coming up behind you, the engine takes over and speeds up on its own.…","quote_2_odi":"10986373","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT RELEASED HER FOOT FROM THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED UP A HILL AND CRASHED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":118,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11469539","quote_1_text":"Windshield on this vehicle cracked for no reason.","quote_2_odi":"11407468","quote_2_text":"HAD VEHICLE PARKED IN GARAGE WITH NO CHIPS OR CRACKS IN WINDSHIELD.NEXT MORNING WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED.CRACKS APPEARED FROM BEHIND MIRROR OUTWARD.CHECKED FOR ANY CHIPS NONE WERE FOUND.NO REASON FOR GLASS TO CRACK.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera freezing or blackout","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11658197","quote_1_text":"Back up camera freezes or doesn't work when backing up- almost caused a accident!","quote_2_odi":"11680112","quote_2_text":"Aug 2025: 2018 Subaru Legacy, 55,500 miles. ISSUE: Rearview camera froze with high-pitch sound for about 10-seconds, then shut off, while in Reverse. I was not aware immediately of this. Did not hit the cars behind me but definitely could have…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-battery-failure","label":"Premature battery failure and drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11498349","quote_1_text":"Subaru battery drainage defect. CAN electrical system causing battery to drain when car isn't running. Car may unknowingly not start at any time battery could be dead. Just put new battery in 1 year ago this did not fix the issue…","quote_2_odi":"11419661","quote_2_text":"This vehicle currently has about 55,000 miles on it. I recently had to replace the battery which seems premature for a vehicle just over three years old (at 48865 miles)…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-fuel-gauge-inaccuracy","label":"Fuel gauge inaccurate level readings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11163378","quote_1_text":"RAN OUT OF GAS ON A FLAT HIGHWAY, WHEN THE INDICATOR SAID THERE WERE 30 MILES LEFT. GAGUE WENT FROM 1/4 TO 0 IN LESS THAN 20 MILES.","quote_2_odi":"11170153","quote_2_text":"ON THE DASHBOARD SHOWED THAT THE REMAIN MILEAGE WAS 70, BUT IT STOPPED ALL THE SUDDEN DUE TO NO GAS. I ALMOST CAUSED AN ACCIDENT BECAUSE THE CAR STOPPED ON A PUBLIC STREET WITH HEAVY TRAFFIC…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-infotainment-delamination","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and phantom inputs","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11745323","quote_1_text":"The factory Harman Kardon Starlink touchscreen infotainment system in my 2018 Subaru Legacy has experienced severe touchscreen delamination. The display has developed widespread bubbling beneath the glass and now generates repeated \"ghost touches\" without any driver input…","quote_2_odi":"11660490","quote_2_text":"The navigation/radio screen stopped responding to touch but continues to randomly press buttons. While driving the car the touch screen is randomly calling people, changing radio stations, and messing with the lights and navigation…","quote_3_odi":"11530845","quote_3_text":"The entire radio screen is delaminating. The dealer said it needed updated. They said they updated it. And a new screen would be about $3,000.00. As you can see in the picture the screen is very bubbled. It is almost completely inoperable…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-steering-pull","label":"Steering pull at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11124669","quote_1_text":"AT SPEEDS ABOVE APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE STEERING HAS SUDDENLY, ERRATICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING PULLED THE CAR TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT AS IF HIT BY A LARGE GUST OF WIND (WHEN THERE IS NO WIND OR PASSING TRUCK)…","quote_2_odi":"11161255","quote_2_text":"THE CAR VEERS RIGHT OR LEFT IRRADICALLY AS IF A GUST OF WIND PUSHED THE CAR OR LARGE TRUCK PASSED BY. THIS IS VERY TROUBLING SINCE IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND HAS CAUSED THE CAR TO DRIFT OFF THE ROAD.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11510830","quote_1_text":"Sunroof spontaneously failed. Tempered glass shattered and sprayed into cabin","quote_2_odi":"11161977","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED AND SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING. THERE WAS NO CAR IN FRONT FOR POTENTIAL ROCK DAMAGE.SUNROOF WAS COVERED SO MOST OF THE GLASS WAS CONTAINED ON THE COVER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11533427","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic light with her foot lightly depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into the rear bumper of a vehicle stopped in front of her…","quote_2_odi":"11700941","quote_2_text":"I experienced an incident of spontaneous acceleration of my vehicle on November 21, 2025. I was driving slowly with my foot on the brake as I was about to make a turn and the engine suddenly accelerated. I slammed down on the brake and the car stopped, but this was extremely…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-15","quote_1_odi":"11386329","quote_1_text":"ON A COLDER 20 DEGREE MORNING, I STARTED MY 2018 SUBARU LEGACY TO WARM UP. WITHIN A FEW MINUTES AND BEFORE DRIVING AWAY, MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED AT THE BOTTOM NEAR THE WIPER BLADE / DEFROST VENTS…","quote_2_odi":"11330023","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE INSPECTING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD AT THE LOWER CORNER OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED WITHOUT IMPACT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11728063","quote_1_text":"Due to a dead battery issue in 2025, I bought a new battery. A year later, the car wouldn't start & I finally got it jumped. Ran fine for 3 weeks, then wouldn't start again","quote_2_odi":"11591567","quote_2_text":"The Subaru models from 2019 have a known parasitic battery drain problem. My car will have a dead battery after a week not driving it, or even just 2 days in winter. The problem is confirmed by Subaru but not addressed in any way","quote_3_odi":"11469398","quote_3_text":"Battery keeps draining and dying. Replaced battery in October 2021, December 2021 and February 2022. Battery dead again June 2022","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-eyesight-adas-malfunction","label":"EyeSight braking and acceleration malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11585165","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is equipped with Subaru EyeSight Driver Assist which includes reverse automatic braking. Vehicle was reversing towards a parked vehicle on the street and the RAB feature failed to apply the brakes and the vehicle collided with the parked vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11557493","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was using the self driving feature of the Subaru Eyesight system. With the system engaged, the vehicle is supposed to accelerate and apply brakes accordingly as to keep a distance from the vehicle in front. Today, that system failed","quote_3_odi":"11423312","quote_3_text":"I've had this occur two times. Other vehicles pulled out in front of me, and the Eyesight technology applied the brakes very, very hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11509257","quote_1_text":"Fuel Pump failed. Available for inspection upon request. Vehicle shut down near a busy intersection. There were no warnings, just failed while leaving a restaurant","quote_2_odi":"11476651","quote_2_text":"Acceleration is uneven/hesitant. I think it’s the fuel pump. 56,000 miles on vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11350937","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S WIFE OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HIS WIFE RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V218000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-infotainment-screen-fault","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and erratic display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11669029","quote_1_text":"The entertainment system got bubbles and stopped working only after 50,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11626593","quote_2_text":"Infotainment system touchscreen failed and it became unstable","quote_3_odi":"11631631","quote_3_text":"Main infotainment display delamination, this causes a safety concerns, as the screen can become irresponsive, and even black out during reverse making the backup camera, nonfunctioning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-steering-malfunction","label":"Steering wheel and power steering malfunction","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11513814","quote_1_text":"Power steering stopped working. I see online this problem was reported with other Subaru vehicle 2019 models and a recall was made but for some reason my car is not included","quote_2_odi":"11243278","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL TURNED ON ITS OWN TO THE LEFT","quote_3_odi":"11209372","quote_3_text":"WHAT WE NOTICE IS A CHANGE IN RESPONSE OF THE STEERING IN SOME SITUATIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2019-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11154222","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS LESS THAN ONE MONTH OLD AND IT WAS FOUND ONE MORNING WITH AN 8 INCH CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WAS NO IMPACT MADE ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE CRACK IS COMING FROM THE BOTTOM LEFT CORNER AND GOES TOWARDS THE CENTER","quote_2_odi":"11592264","quote_2_text":"We had to replace the car’s original windshield due to a stone hitting it on the highway- just bad luck and something that happens from time to time. Since then, we’ve had TWO replacement windshields spontaneously crack without any impacts in the span of 3 weeks","quote_3_odi":"11310327","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU LEGACY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY OF THE RESIDENCE, THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED WITHOUT BEING STRUCK BY A FOREIGN OBJECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain leading to no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11433003","quote_1_text":"The battery for the Subaru Legacy Limited will not keep a charge. As a result the battery dies and the car will not start. On four occasions the car had to be jump started","quote_2_odi":"11462088","quote_2_text":"The battery discharged to the point where I was unable to start the car. I had been driving all day and was waiting for my wife for half an hour with the radio on. This left us stranded about 15 miles from home","quote_3_odi":"11451609","quote_3_text":"At a stop, the vehicle shut off, which required a jump start. The vehicle is fairly new, so a discharged battery shouldnt have been an issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11488576","quote_1_text":"Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) chain may slip and/or break. NHTSA recall 21V955000 Subaru recall WRK21 A software issue in the transmission control unit (TCU) may allow the continuously variable transmission to engage before the drive chain is properly secured","quote_2_odi":"11539913","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated, and the gear shifter was inoperable. The contact stated that the transmission failed to shift as needed","quote_3_odi":"11397972","quote_3_text":"MY CAR BEGINS TO JERK OR PULSATE, AS IF POWER IS BEING APPLIED AND REMOVED QUICKLY, WHILE THE CAR IS UNDER LOAD. I FIRST NOTICED THIS PROBLEM WHILE DRIVING UP LONG INCLINES ON THE INTERSTATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-infotainment-lockup","label":"Infotainment lockup disabling EyeSight systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11442179","quote_1_text":"This vehicle is equipped with the Subaru \"Eyesight\" system which is a number of safety features like automatic cruise control, lane keep assist, and others. About once a week on average while driving the entire system will shut down and the screen will go dark","quote_2_odi":"11429123","quote_2_text":"There is an ongoing problem with the center display in this vehicle. While normally just an inconvenience, it will randomly stop working / lock up / restart while driving","quote_3_odi":"11396240","quote_3_text":"RADIO AND CONTROL UNIT RANDOMLY RESTARTS AND FREEZES, AFFECTING THE RADIO FROM WORKING, THE VEHICLE CONTROL AND DRIVING ASSISTANCE OPTIONS, AND THE TWO USB PORTS WHICH ARE THE ONLY POWER SOURCES IN THE VEHICLE FROM WORKING CORRECTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to roll up","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11697739","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that during inclement weather, the front driver and front passenger’s side power windows failed to automatically roll up as intended","quote_2_odi":"11642640","quote_2_text":"in inclement weather the windows will not roll up, especially heavy rain events. The window will attempt to go up and then go into the fully open position. You have to wait a minute before the window will allow you to attempt again of reset the windows","quote_3_odi":"11555488","quote_3_text":"The front door window regulator of our 2020 Subaru Legacy is not working properly. It fails to raise and lower correctly and reliably which can be a safety issue especially in an emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-sudden-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration or deceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11460011","quote_1_text":"The contact's wife owned a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated while his wife was driving approximately 3 MPH in a parking lot the vehicle suddenly accelerated and jumped the curb into woods and collided with a tree","quote_2_odi":"11478462","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while in a parking space with her foot on the brake pedal and the transmission in drive(D), the vehicle independently accelerated without warning","quote_3_odi":"11413828","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A FOUR LANE SECTION GOING UPHILL ON US50 IN CALIFORNIA WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT IS APPROXIMATELY 60 MILES PER HOUR. THE CAR SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN TO APPROXIMATELY 25 TO 30 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve failure disabling EyeSight","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11549397","quote_1_text":"Thermo Control Valve failed. Caused a short which affected all electrical components on its circuit. The car became inoperable in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11509131","quote_2_text":"Check engine light came on at 55,500 miles on exactly the third anniversary of purchase. Local mechanic determined the code related to Thermo Control Valve failure. Apparently an ongoing issue with many Subarus since replacing the thermostat with this in their cars","quote_3_odi":"11544993","quote_3_text":"Thermo Control Valve has malfunctioned. It disables all driver assistance, like lane assist, blind spot, RAB, collision braking, etc. I have seen on many forums that this is a known issue, across multiple vehicles from Subaru from 2019 to about 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"subaru-legacy-2020-windshield-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11441840","quote_1_text":"This is in regard to the thin and fragile windshield subaru has decided to put into their vehicles of which there are already several civilian class action lawsuits which should have already warranted an investigation into the glass","quote_2_odi":"11424355","quote_2_text":"This is the 2nd time my windshield cracked for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"11413717","quote_3_text":"GOT IN CAR THIS MORNING TO FIND A LARGE CRACK (OVER 12') ON MY WINDSHIELD. I HAD DRIVEN IT THE PREVIOUS DAY AND DID NOT SEE ANYTHING NOT EVEN A CHIP ON THE WINDSHIELD. I HAVE NO IDEA WHAT HAPPENED OR WHY A 12' CRACK SUDDENLY APPEARED ON THE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-battery-failure","label":"12-volt battery failure and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11435081","quote_1_text":"Battery died completely, left me stranded at a gas station. I had to call and get a jump. I've had the car 9 weeks, it only has 690 miles on it. No warning lights prior, did notice a slightly longer crank a couple days prior","quote_2_odi":"11632889","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the vehicle, I have experienced consistent problems with the battery. Despite replacing the battery five times, the vehicle has repeatedly stopped functioning, including a recent incident where it stalled in the middle of the road","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-cvt-shudder-failure","label":"CVT shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11674975","quote_1_text":"CVT Transmission Failure. Failure occurred at approximately 66,706 miles on 5/16/25. The Check Engine and AT Temp lights appeared in the instrument cluster. The driving conditions when this happened were a safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11700919","quote_2_text":"Car intermittently will studder and not go into first gear or go into second gear dangerously having car bog down and almost stall and then it violently downshifts having car RMP Hague go very high then slip and have no power to wheels","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-infotainment-camera-blackouts","label":"Infotainment and rearview camera blackouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11432643","quote_1_text":"There seems to be an issue with the infotainment system. The system will randomly turn off which also turns off the safety features. I would like to associate this while CarPlay is in use, but I have witnessed it happen without CarPlay","quote_2_odi":"11447088","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was reversing out of the garage, the rearview camera froze. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11440874","quote_3_text":"Info screen froze and didn't come back of for 5 minutes while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-ods-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Passenger airbag ODS sensor recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11643453","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Legacy. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11593648","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo Control Valve failure and low engine temperature","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11695854","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds during colder weather, the heater failed to operate as intended. Additionally, the Eyesight system was inoperable. The check engine and other unknown warning lights were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11671806","quote_2_text":"Subaru has released a service bulletin regarding concerns with the Thermo Control Valve in specific vehicles. Unfortunately, individuals with vehicles bearing a rebuilt title, including myself, are required to cover expenses exceeding $2,000 out of their own pockets","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11474196","quote_1_text":"Three times within a 1 year period, the windshield cracked without an object hitting it. First time in July, 2021, second time in September, 2021, and third time in June, 2022. After the first time, I had the windshield replaced at my own expense","quote_2_odi":"11443359","quote_2_text":"The component that failed is the windshield. The windshield has a 14 inch stress crack. The crack suddenly appeared, there was no impact. The crack interferes with the Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance. The Subaru Eyesight Driver Assistance could malfunction while driving","quote_3_odi":"11435842","quote_3_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while using defrost function on 9/9/2021. Crack started from bottom center of windshield, at the ceramic defrost line, below rubber seal. Crack approximately 6 inches long","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-eyesight-aebs-failure","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking non-activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11748634","quote_1_text":"Driving my car at 39mph and approaching a vehicle stopped at an intersection perpendicular to my left, she accelerated into my path and Subaru eyesight provided no warning and did not attempt to break at all before the collision occurred. I was able to slow to maybe 15 mph but…","quote_2_odi":"11462388","quote_2_text":"On average about twice per month, the touch screen will lock up. This causes the entire system to crash turning off cruise control, emergency braking, lane departure, lane keep assist, and almost every other \"smart\" function of the vehicle. There is no specific action that…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-lane-assist-intervention","label":"Lane departure assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11467009","quote_1_text":"The lane assistance feature almost made me hit a semi truck that had drifted over its lane. I moved to the left to allow for space, the lane assist function tried to turn me back into the semi truck I was driving over the lane to avoid. It failed to recognize a major hazard and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-starlink-dcm-failure","label":"DCM telematics and Starlink connectivity failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11495794","quote_1_text":"The DCM/Telematics unit has now failed twice in this vehicle, despite already being completely replaced a first time. All remote app controls fail. Starlink call connection buttons are unresponsive despite the car being in a clear, unobstructed coverage area. The only…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Sunroof spontaneous outward ejection of glass","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11594327","quote_1_text":"driving home from work my sunroof exploded outward.  No impact to the glass, I was not operating it.  Glass mostly went out and behind but some fell onto me as I was driving at highway speeds.  I have seen others posting on the internet with this issue.  Dealership has the car…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-tire-manufacturing-defect","label":"Original-equipment tire manufacturing defects","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11603654","quote_1_text":"The first tire had an air bubble and I brought it in. They said it was a manufacturer error. In September 2023 I had a blowout and Subaru declared that it was a manufacturer defect. I asked him to check all the tires and they kept the original set on. This month a third tire…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed operation","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11586322","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Subaru Legacy. The contact stated that while driving into their driveway at unknown speeds, the vehicle independently accelerated forward. The contact placed the vehicle in reverse, however, the vehicle continued to accelerate independently, and the…","quote_2_odi":"11730321","quote_2_text":"I experienced unintended acceleration while operating my vehicle. I was slowly pulling into a parking space at a gym when, without warning, the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly forward. I did not intentionally press the accelerator at that time.  The unexpected acceleration…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Legacy","model_slug":"legacy","cluster_id":"legacy-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and delamination","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11512042","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked for no reason . There has been nothing that has hit the windshield or any kind of puck or impact mark of it being hit .  Car was in the garage overnight and in the morning , there’s a big crack in the windshield. The crack starts at the bottom where the…","quote_2_odi":"11579646","quote_2_text":"In 2022, a piece of small gravel fell off the back of a dump truck, bounced off the road, and struck the windshield of my 2022 Subaru Legacy. Based on past experience with other vehicles, this should have resulted in a round or star-shaped crack to the glass but this caused…","quote_3_odi":"11538793","quote_3_text":"I was sitting at a Walmart parking lot around 6:50 am waiting for the store to open. I decided to sit in the back seat of my new 2022 Legacy and work on my laptop while sipping on my coffee. It is a beautiful 71 degrees in small-town Georgia when I hear what I could describe as…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/legacy","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line junction corrosion causing brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11615546","quote_1_text":"The brake system failed when the brake lines burst at the four way connector on the right, rear side of the vehicle. There were no indicator lights lit on the dash until after losing all braking. Luckily I was traveling slowly and was able to roll to a stop safely","quote_2_odi":"11527618","quote_2_text":"The brakes completely gave out while the vehicle was being driven, without warning. The BRAKE light did not turn on until after the car had been stopped and restarted and the brakes had already gone out","quote_3_odi":"11688669","quote_3_text":"On Saturday, August 9, 2025, my brakes failed at highway speed. My vehicle's stopping distance was severely increased, forcing me to perform an emergency swerve into the leftmost lane to avoid rear-ending a truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant and oil intermixing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11366549","quote_1_text":"FAILED HEAD GASKET. THIS SHOULD NOT HAVE FAILED AT AROUND 112K. THIS IS A 2.5 LITRE 4 CYLINDER ENGINE. ENGINE STARTED TO OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"11523706","quote_2_text":"All instrument and waning lights illuminated and the engine shut down while driving. Took to the Subaru dealer repair shop and the vehicle was diagnosed with a head gasket leak that caused oil to mix with the coolant","quote_3_odi":"11094159","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO OVERHEAT AND THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure requiring repeat bulb replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11365658","quote_1_text":"I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR ABOUT 4 YEARS NOW AND HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY HEADLIGHTS EVERY 2 TO 3 MONTHS.. SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY WRONG","quote_2_odi":"11193548","quote_2_text":"I HAVE HAD TO CHANGE BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER SIDE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS THREE TIMES WITHIN THE LAST THREE MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11161225","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN, THE LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion causing structural failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11634248","quote_1_text":"Engine subframe catastrophic failure (left side) due to severe corrosion. Lower control arm detached resulting in erratic handling and pulling. Car unsafe to drive and expensive to repair at ~$2200","quote_2_odi":"11487289","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while his daughter was reversing out of the driveway, the vehicle was making an abnormal clicking sound. The contact's daughter was able to continue driving; however, the suspension was not stable","quote_3_odi":"11341236","quote_3_text":"THIS 2010 SUBARU OUTBACK HAS ONLY 69000 MILES ON IT AND IT HAS SEVERAL RUSTED ROT SPOTS ON THE SUB FRAME, THE AXLES AND OTHER FRONT END COMPONENTS ALSO HAVE LAYERS OF RUST SUGGESTING THE STABILITY OF THOSE PARTS IS ALSO COMPROMISED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall parts availability and repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10946384","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. ORIGINALLY NOTIFIED OF RECALL ON JUNE 10, 2016. I HAVE NOT HEARD FROM SUBARU AS OF TODAY, JANUARY 19, 2017. I HAVE NOT ALLOWED ANYONE TO RIDE IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT SINCE NOTIFICATION. PASSENGERS ARE TIRED OF WAITING AND DEMAND ACTION","quote_2_odi":"11461194","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2010 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that he received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V007000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11015076","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2010-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter failure causing engine stall while braking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":71,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":360,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11480801","quote_1_text":"Recently, while driving home in traffic, with the car in drive while braking, my car stalled in the middle of the road. Since then, it has happened 4 times","quote_2_odi":"11364570","quote_2_text":"THE CAR STALLS AND PERFORMS A FULL ENGINE SHUT DOWN WHILE BRAKING THE VEHICLE TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"11447842","quote_3_text":"Outback started jerking forward with an increase in RPMs and noise from engine. Malfunction was very alarming and could result in a traffic accident...especially at higher speeds and in traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Rear brake line corrosion and brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11678072","quote_1_text":"Just lost brakes. Was parked at an atm. In park, foot on brake as i was shifting into drive, brake pedal goes to floor and brake fluid leaks out... I see there was a recall for brake lines in Michigan. I've owned this car since 2020. All Brake pads are new as of 4/2025. This","quote_2_odi":"11635185","quote_2_text":"Going down the road and my breaks went to the floor, further inspection the back passenger 4 way block blew apart due to rust I looked online and there is so many of these cars the same year that this is happening to, would love to have this year and model included in the recall","quote_3_odi":"11363876","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING THIS VEHILCE WHILE COMING TO A STOP THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND THE VEHICLE WOULDNT STOP COMPLETLY, I HAD TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION INTO PARK,, PERHAPS CAUSING DAMAGE TO MY TRANSMISSION, UPON INVESTIGATION I FOUND THE REAR BRAKE LINE FAILURED DUE TO RUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-front-subframe-corrosion","label":"Front subframe corrosion and fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11533456","quote_1_text":"My front subframe broke. I was driving the car and was exiting the highway. I heard a snap n then had no control. Had my mechanic look at car and said frame snapped and control arm broke. The week before i had my car alignment and new tires put on. Nothing was noticed then","quote_2_odi":"11525925","quote_2_text":"Failure of front subframe while driving. Vehicle is unable to be driven. Vehicle pulled severely to drivers side while driving. Subframe had severe deterioration by rust . Vehicle is at Annen Brake Fond du Lac, Wi and available for inspection. Replacement part is unavailable and","quote_3_odi":"11544449","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Subaru Outback. The contact stated there was a clunking sound coming from the front suspension location and the vehicle started feeling unstable while driving approximately 30 MPH. The steering wheel began to sway towards the left causing the contact to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant/oil leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11737640","quote_1_text":"Purchased my 2011 Subaru Outback 3.6R Limited from the dealership, new. Since 2013, the Subaru dealer has discovered multiple oil leaks, replaced the head gaskets 3 times, thermostat 4 times, the alternator 3 times, timing belt 4 times, radiator 3 times, starter once, and my","quote_2_odi":"11563896","quote_2_text":"in 2023 my car started overheating. took it in and it was the headgasket. even with the age of my car, it only had just over 105,000 miles on it. looking at other subarus for sale out of curiosity, I saw that quite a lot had their engines replaced. even newer than mine. i do see","quote_3_odi":"11429558","quote_3_text":"My 2011 Outback had a head gasket failure at 98,000 miles. The car overheated which forced me to pull over in heavy traffic. There was no prior warning or symptoms until the engine temperature warning light appeared. The car was repaired by the dealership at a hefty price. They","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Low-beam headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11297469","quote_1_text":"HEADLIGHTS BURN OUT REPEATEDLY, WITHOUT WARNING OR INCIDENT, SOMETIMES BOTH WITHIN A WEEK. CAR IS DRIVEN LESS THAN 10K MILES PER YEAR, YET ONE OR BOTH HEADLIGHTS HAVE HAD TO BE REPLACED ANNUALLY ON AVERAGE. BULBS ARE VERY DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMER TO REPLACE AND MUST BE DONE BY","quote_2_odi":"11298624","quote_2_text":"LOW BEAM HEAD LIGHT BURNS OUT WHILE DRIVING ON THE THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. REPLACING THE BULB IS NOT THAT EASY. THIS IS WELL KNOWN PROBLEM AND SUBARU HAS BEEN AWARE OF THE PROBLEM FOR LAST EIGHT PLUS YEARS. INSTEAD OF REPLACING THE DEFECTIVE LIGHTING SYSTEM SUBARU HAS EXTENDED","quote_3_odi":"11386791","quote_3_text":"LOW HEADLAMP BULB HOUSING MELTED SO BAD IT MUST BE REPLACED AT ESTIMATED DEALER COST OF $650. THERE IS AN EXTENDED WARRANTEE FOR REPLACING THE BULBS THAT HAVE BEEN BURNING OUT EVERY 6-9 MONTHS. I BELIEVE THEY HAVE BEEN BURNING UP DUE TO A MANUFACTURING DEFECT IN THE HOUSING THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata air bag recall service issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11387561","quote_1_text":"MY 2011 SUBARU OUTBACK IS PART OF THE AIRBAG RECALL. I HAVE PHONED SUBARU 6 TIMES AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX MY AIRBAGS. THE REASON IS THAT I LIVE ON A SMALL ISLAND IN HAWAII THAT DOES NOT HAVE A DEALERSHIP OR EVEN A CAR REPAIR SHOP. THE VEHICLE MUST BE SHIPPED TO OAHU TO BE FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11350902","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE SUBARU IN MISSOULA, MT IN OCTOBER OF 2019 TO FIX THE TAKATA AIR BAG RECALL. IN JULY OF 2019 I RECEIVED A RECALL FOR THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. I CALLED THE NUMBER ON THE RECALL NOTICE 855-371-5406. I WAS INFORMED THAT SUBARU HAD PUT IN THE SAME NON-WORKING,","quote_3_odi":"11282284","quote_3_text":"I ACCEPTED A RECALL TO REPLACE THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BY THE DEALER EVENSTON SUBARU, 3340 OAKTON STR, SKOKIE, ILL, 60076; AFTER THIS RECALL REPLACEMENT WAS PERFORMED, MY CAR HAD PROBLEMS LIKE THE PASSENGER WINDOW DID NOT OPPERATE FROM THE COMMEND BUTTON OF THE SAME DOOR AND THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2011,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2011-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter/CVT stall or shudder when stopping","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":651,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11640426","quote_1_text":"Torque converter issue that causes stalling similar to a manual transmission vehicle. The issue should have been a full recall but instead was only a \"bulletin.\" For my own safety, I am stuck paying several thousand dollars for an issue the manufacturer is aware of but refused","quote_2_odi":"11578081","quote_2_text":"Seems like a transmission problem on my Subaru Outback. While braking to a stop the car shudders and then the engine stalls creating a hazardous situation. I'm forced to put the car in park and restart the engine. This sounds like a common issue with the tourque converter on","quote_3_odi":"11244071","quote_3_text":"THE CAR STALLS WHEN COMING TO A FAST STOP AND SOMETIMES SHUDDERS LIKE IT IS GOING TO STALL WHEN SLOWING DOWN. THIS WAS HORRIBLE ON THE FREEWAY DURING TRAFFIC AS I HAD TO RESTART MY CAR NUMEROUS TIME. GOT CLOSE TO GETTING REAR ENDED A FEW TIMES. I TOOK MY CAR TO SUBARU AND IT IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Brake line corrosion causing brake fluid leak or failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11757539","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed completely due to excessive rust / corrosion on brake line junction area","quote_2_odi":"11451033","quote_2_text":"Our low mileage car which we bought new and is under 10 years old experienced a complete brake failure in our driveway","quote_3_odi":"11527494","quote_3_text":"The rear brake lines sprung a leak in a well-known trouble spot with Subarus","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-head-gasket-overheat","label":"Head gasket failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11099254","quote_1_text":"MY WELL-MAINTAINED SUBARU OUTBACK LIMITED WITH 102,773 MILES OVERHEATED AND BLEW A HEAD GASKET OUT OF THE BLUE","quote_2_odi":"11394507","quote_2_text":"ON OCTOBER 16TH, 2020 WHILE DRIVING OUR 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11102597","quote_3_text":"5 DAYS AFTER 120K MILE DEALER SERVICE (ALL WORK IS DONE BY SUBARU DEALER WHERE WE PURCHASED) MORE DASH LIGHTS THAN WHAT SULLY SULLENBEGER HAD TO CONTENT WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Headlight bulbs burning out repeatedly","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11621986","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that vehicle was consistently burning out the headlight bulbs","quote_2_odi":"11477824","quote_2_text":"Headlights keep burning out in less than a year","quote_3_odi":"11002811","quote_3_text":"BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY WHILE DRIVING ON A DARK RURAL ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11210333","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11196662","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V009000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11001330","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. NO FAILURE AS OF THIS DATE. HOWEVER, SUBARU IS TAKING AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO REPAIR THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2012,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2012-torque-converter-stall","label":"Torque converter shudder and stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":91,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":292,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631701","quote_1_text":"When coming to a stop, the car shudders and often stalls just like if you didn't press in the clutch on a manual transmission. No warning lights or messages. See details in TSB- 16-90-13R","quote_2_odi":"10992631","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WOULD STALL WITH A HARD STOP AT AN INTERSECTION OR GOING UPHILL SUBARU REPORTED THAT IT WAS A BAD TORQUE CONVERTE, A BULLETIN NOTICE WAS DONE FOR THIS BY SUBARU","quote_3_odi":"11132467","quote_3_text":"2012 SUBARU OUTBACK CVT ISSUE CAR WILL SHUDDER WHILE BRAKING FROM HIGHWAY SPEEDS (40 MPH+) DOWN TO 10-20 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-cvt-transmission-stall","label":"CVT transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11180162","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION JERKS AND STUTTERS AND WHILE IN TRAFFIC THE CAR LOST POWER FOR APPROXIMATELY 5 SECONDS AND I WAS ALMOST HIT. IT HAPPENS AT LOW AND HIGH SPEEDS. IT HAS HAPPENED ON CITY STREETS AND THE LATEST WAS ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAVE ALSO HAD IT STALL COMPLETELY AT LOW SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11364048","quote_2_text":"2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. ENTIRE SET OF WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON FIVE MINUTES AFTER STARTED DRIVING VEHICLE. MECHANIC SAID TO HAVE IT TOWED. DIAGNOSIS: CVT TRANSMISSION TOTALLY FRIED AT A MERE 106,600. SHOULD BE ABLE TO GET A LOT MORE MILES FROM THIS TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"11529439","quote_3_text":"Like many other Subaru Outback owners, the torque converter, valve body tied to the transmission has put my Subaru out of commission at only 127k miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11296821","quote_1_text":"I NEED TO PUT A QUART OF OIL EVERY 250 MILES. I DID AN OIL CHECK WITH GRAYSON SUBARU KNOXVILLE TN, AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE CAR WAS FINE","quote_2_odi":"11315547","quote_2_text":"FOR THE LAST 50K MILES, OIL CONSUMPTION HAS GOTTEN WORSE AND WORSE. NOW IT NEEDS A QT OF OIL EVERY 600 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11282568","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CAR GOES THROUGH A QUART OF OIL ABOUT EVERY 700-800 MILES DESPITE REGULAR OIL CHANGES AND MAINTAINCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-exterior-lighting-failure","label":"Exterior headlight and taillight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10970685","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE HEADLIGHT BULB FAILURE. REPLACEMENT OF BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES ON A MORE THAN ACCEPTABLE FREQUENCY. THIS HAS BEEN REPORTED TO DEALERSHIP VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED FROM NEW","quote_2_odi":"11020354","quote_2_text":"VARIOUS EXTERNAL LIGHTS (EIGHT) HAVE NEEDED TO BE REPLACE. CAR HAS ONLY 50K MILES ON IT. UNSAFE TO DRIVE CAR AT NIGHT WHEN ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS IS NON FUNCTIONAL. FLASHERS NOT FUNCTIONING IS NOT SAFE WHEN MAKING A TURN","quote_3_odi":"11063292","quote_3_text":"REPEATED LIGHTING FAILURES ON EXTERIOR LIGHTS ALL AROUND CAR. HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHTS, TAIL AND SIDE LIGHTS REPEATEDLY AT MY COST. SOME COMPLETED AT DEALERSHIP, SOME COMPLETED AT HOME AFTER COST TOO MUCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Parking brake malfunction and warning light activation","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11431922","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, the parking brake was applied, and the parking brake warning light was illuminated. The parking brake would not disengage when the contact attempted to drive the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11614806","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the parking brake warning light illuminated. Additionally, the contact stated that several other unknown warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle lost motive power","quote_3_odi":"11173886","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO PROVIDE THE PART WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V626000 (PARKING BRAKE). THE CONTACT HAD BEEN WAITING OVER THREE MONTHS FOR THE PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11061075","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN A 2 LANE HIGHWAY, WHEN I HEARD A LOUD SOUND LIKE A SHOTGUN AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED, COMPLETELY SHATTERED, FOR NO REASON","quote_2_odi":"11241085","quote_2_text":"MOONROOF EXPLODED. 2013 SUBARU OUTBACK. OCCURED ON JULY 31, 2019 AT APPROX 7:30 PM. IT HAD BEEN OVERCAST ALL DAY, WITH HIGH TEMP 75. DRIVING ALONG HWY 89A AT 65 MILES AN HOUR. ONE CAR AHEAD OF ME, ABOUT 6 CAR LENGTHS AHEAD. STRAIGHT SECTION OF THE HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11426498","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while his wife was driving 75 mph, the sunroof exploded, and the glass shattered onto the shade guard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall part and repair delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":296,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11189854","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - CARTER SUBARU, BALLARD, SEATTLE, WA (98117) - CALLED THE DAY I RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE FROM SUBARU (3/16/19) AND THE FIRST APPOINTMENT THEY COULD OFFER ME WAS JULY 7, 2019","quote_2_odi":"11189782","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED NOTICE OF THE RECALL ON 3/15 AND CALLED FOR AN APPOINTMENT TODAY (3/18). I WAS TOLD THE FIRST APPOINTMENT IS 6/11-3 MONTHS OUT. HOW AM I TO DRIVE A VEHICLE WITH MY WIFE AND KIDS IF WE CANNOT USE THE PASSENGER SEAT FOR 3 MONTHS-ABSURD","quote_3_odi":"11191330","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTICE. IT STATES IN BOLD LETTERING TO NOT LET PASSENGERS SIT IN THE FRONT SEAT UNTIL THIS IS FIXED OR RISK DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed throttle response accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11175770","quote_1_text":"CAR HESITATES/DOES NOT RESPOND, INTERMITTENTLY BUT OFTEN, WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS PUSHED TO THE FLOORBOARD FROM A STOP. LAG/NO RESPONSE TIME IS ABOUT ABOUT 1 1/2 SECONDS. THIS RESULTS IN NEAR ACCIDENTS WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC AT AN INTERSECTION. CAR HAS BEEN TAKEN TO","quote_2_odi":"10778864","quote_2_text":"THREE TIMES ENGINE HAS FAILED TO RESPOND TO ACCELERATOR INPUT. DURATION, 3 TO 15 SECONDS. HAPPENS AT LOW SPEED (<20MPH) JUST AFTER COASTING FOR A FEW SECONDS AND AS ENGINE IS HEATING UP. LAST INCIDENT, 9/27/2015, BACKED OUT OF PARKING SPACE, THEN SHIFTED INTO FORWARD, DID NOT","quote_3_odi":"10715452","quote_3_text":"FOR THE PAST FEW DAYS, MY VEHICLE MANY TIMES HESITATES FOR AT LEAST 3-5 SECONDS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP/REST AT A STOP LIGHT, ALMOST CAUSE ACCIDENT WHEN TRYING TO ENTER INTO AN INTERSECTION. IT SEEMS TO HAPPEN AROUND 2000 - 3000/RPM. THE CAR EVEN EXHIBITED SLIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-backup-camera-moisture","label":"Backup camera failure from moisture intrusion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11403676","quote_1_text":"THE REAR VIEW CAMERA WAS NOT DESIGNED OR MANUFACTURED PROPERLY AND IT ALLOWS MOISTURE TO GET INTO THE CAMERA ITSELF. AFTER A WHILE THE CAMERA WITH FUZZY PICTURE AND EVENTUALLY YOU CAN NOT VIEW THINGS PROPERLY OR SEE THEM AT ALL. THERE ARE MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS BY OTHERS ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11326060","quote_2_text":"THE BACK-UP CAMERA STARTED FLICKERING WHEN BACKING IN PARKING LOT. THAT HAPPENED TWICE. THE NEXT TIME IT COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHEN BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY. THE SCREEN DOESN'T EVEN SHOW THAT I'M BACKING-UP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11180651","quote_3_text":"BACKUP CAMERA ALLOWS WATER TO SEEP IN AND FRY THE CAMERA WHICH PRESENTS A SAFETY HAZARD WHEN BACKING UP (SMALL CHILDREN, PETS, ETC YOU COULDN'T SEE OTHERWISE IF DIRECTLY BEHIND -IN THE MOST DANGEROUS PLACE). SUBARU IS AWARE OF THIS DEFECT BUT HAS NOT CORRECTED IT, SO IF YOU HAVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11064658","quote_1_text":"TL- CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK. CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT THROUGH SUBARU FOR EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. CONTACT TOOK VEHICLE TO SUBARU AND HAD ENGINE CHECKED FOR OIL CONSUMPTION AND ENGINE OIL WAS EMPTY. SUBARU SAID NO RECALL ON VEHICLE. CONTACT WANTS ENGINE BLOCK REPLACED","quote_2_odi":"10917326","quote_2_text":"OIL SENSOR LIGHT ON DASH ILLUMINATES. OIL IS LOW. SENSOR MEASURES PRESSURE NOT LEVEL. OIL PUMP HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED. DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO FIX ISSUE(4 TIMES). REPLACED SENSOR, OIL CONSUMPTION TEST. VEHICLE IN AGAIN AT 34000 MILES FOR SAME ISSUE. DEALER MENTIONED SUBARU IS","quote_3_odi":"11253679","quote_3_text":"OIL LIGHT COMES ON AFTER 3000 MILES FROM OIL CHANGE. SOMETIMES IMMEDIATELY AFTER OIL CHANGE DESPITE HAVING FULL LEVEL. OIL LEVELS CAN DROP SIGNIFICANTLY FROM OIL CHANGES. OIL HAS BEEN CHANGED BY DEALER AND OWNER WITH SAME RESULTS. HAPPENS WHEN ASCENDING AND DESCENDING HILLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-parking-brake-malfunction","label":"Electronic parking brake actuator malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10593593","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE ENGAGES WHILE THE VEHICLE IS UNDERWAY. WHEN THE FAULT IS CLEARED AND DRIVING RESUMES THE ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE AGAIN ENGAGES. THE MFG ( SUBARU) PROVIDES A SMALL TOOL & INSTRUCTIONS HOW TO CRAWL UNDER THE CAR, USE THE TOOL TO MECHANICALLY RELEASE","quote_2_odi":"10896517","quote_2_text":"FAILURE OF EMERGENCY BRAKE. FAILURE OCCURRED AT 13800 MILE AND AGAIN AT 13900 MILES WHILE BEING DRIVEN HOME FROM DEALERSHIP. VEHICLE DIAGNOSED WITH FAILED EPB MODULE. EMERGENCY BRAKE WILL NOT ENGAGE WHEN MODULE IS IN FAILED CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11145346","quote_3_text":"ELECTRONIC PARKING BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILED. WHEN THIS OCCURS YOU CAN'T USE THE PARKING BRAKE AND THE EYESIGHT SAFETY EQUIPMENT DOES NOT WORK. THIS OCCURS AT STARTUP, WHEN THE VEHICLE GOES THROUGH IT'S DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS. CAR HAS STRANDED US TWICE WITH THE BRAKE NOT ALLOWING US TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor","label":"Passenger airbag occupant sensor false activation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11114262","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR MALFUNCTIONS AFTER ABOUT FIVE MINUTES OF ON THE ROAD DRIVING WITH A PASSENGER IN THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10630053","quote_2_text":"WITH A PASSENGER IN THE FRONT SEAT AND THE SEAT BELT FASTENED, THE SEAT BELT WARNING CHIME AND LIGHT ACTIVATED AND THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED. IN A LATER INCIDENT, THE PASSENGER MOVED TO THE BACK SEAT AND THE SEAT BELT WARNING CHIME AND LIGHT CONTINUED TO BE ACTIVATED","quote_3_odi":"10904435","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT SENSOR FOR THE PASSENGER SIDE IS NOT WORKING CAUSING THE AIRBAG TO BE DEACTIVATED. THE SEATBELT INDICATOR SIGNAL BEEPS REGARDLESS OF WHETHER SOMEONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT WITH THE SEATBELT ON OR NO ONE IS SITTING IN THE SEAT. IT IS FAILING TO SENSE ANY WEIGHT. I BOUGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-takata-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall notification and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11190260","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - MY LOCAL DEALER (KOPPEL SUBARU - QUEENS, NY) CANNOT REPLACE MY PASSENGER AIRBAG PER THE RECALL UNTIL JUNE 14, 2019 - THE EARLIEST THEY CAN FIX - WHICH IS COMPLETELY INSANE SINCE I MADE THE APPOINTMENT TODAY ON MARCH 20TH SO I TECHNICALLY AM BEING ASKED TO WAIT","quote_2_odi":"11187234","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK HAS BEEN RECALLED \"TAKATA RECALL\". UNFORTUNATELY, SUBARU OF AMERICA FAILED TO NOTIFY ME OF THIS RECALL AND WHEN I INQUIRED AT THE LOCAL DEALER, JIM KERAS SUBARU OF MEMPHIS, I WAS TOLD THAT IT WAS NOT THEIR RESPONSIBILITY TO NOTIFY ME OF ANYTHING...IN OTHER","quote_3_odi":"11016013","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I WAS NEVER INFORMED FROM SUBARU INC., OR THE DEALER OF ANY RECALL SUBJECT TO THIS VEHICLE. IS THIS AUTO ON ANY RECALL LIST?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without accelerator input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":208,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11004884","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 SUBARU OUTBACK. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN APPROACHING A RED LIGHT. THE CONTACT'S FOOT WAS NOT DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. ALSO, THE RPMS INCREASED TO","quote_2_odi":"10884119","quote_2_text":"PULLING CAR INTO PARKING SPACE AT SLOW SPEED WHEN CAR, WITHOUT DRIVER INPUT, SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. HEAVY PRESSURE ON BRAKES, DRIVER FELT THE ABS CYCLING, DID NT STOP VEHICLE. FINALLY, AFTER COLLIDING WITH A PARKED CAR, NOSE TO NOSE AND PUSHING OTHER CAR OUT OF ITS PARKING SPOT,","quote_3_odi":"10692840","quote_3_text":"I WAS PULLING UP TO PARK BEHIND A TOYOTA PRIUS ON A ROAD THAT WAS PARTIALLY COVERED WITH SNOW & ICE. THE WHEELS ON THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WERE ON SNOW & ICE AND THE WHEELS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CAR WERE ON DRY ROADWAY. I WAS DRIVING SLOWLY TO PARK WHEN THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeated no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11458508","quote_1_text":"Our 2015 Subaru Outback has had 4 batteries in 4 years. After some research, a parasitic battery drain issue is common with this year Outback and other Subaru models. Some sites call out the Subaru CAN network as the culprit","quote_2_odi":"11470330","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions the car battery was drained and required a jump to start. Battery replaced less than 5 months ago. Service technicians unable to identify problem with alternator or parasitic drain","quote_3_odi":"11424585","quote_3_text":"With a relatively new battery, my car would not start. I had the rear lift gate open, but lights turned off, for about an hour while packing for a trip and when I went to start the car it was completely dead and I had to jump it to get it started again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-clock-spring-horn","label":"Clock spring failure with inoperative horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11622856","quote_1_text":"Horn became intermittent with failure related to steering wheel position, then failed altogether. No horn is a safety issue. We replaced the 'SRC SET 83196AJO4', AKA 'clockspring', the wiring assembly that connects the AIRBAG as well as the HORN, and all steering wheel controls","quote_2_odi":"11748265","quote_2_text":"My car horn stopped working. The dealership said the clock spring (steering roll connector) component has failed, confirmed by the resulting complete loss of the horn function","quote_3_odi":"11600184","quote_3_text":"The car horn is unable to be used when driving straight. It only works when setting the alarm and only when you steer the wheel left or right. There are no warning lights on the instrument panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-cvt-failure","label":"CVT failure and loss of drive","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11478982","quote_1_text":"The continuously variable transmission failed at 114,000 miles. The unexpected lack of proper shifting on the roadway causes impediment to traffic expecting a continual flow of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11366919","quote_2_text":"I TOOK THE CAR INTO PAUL MOAK SUBARU ON 10/14. THE CAR WAS BUCKING UNDER LIGHT ACCELERATION. WHEN PULLING THRU A STOP LIGHT, OR MOVING FROM A STOPPED POSITION, THE CAR KICKS BACK AND FORTH AND I DON'T KNOW IF ITS GOING TO KEEP GOING OR STALL","quote_3_odi":"11354812","quote_3_text":"CONTINUOUS VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT). THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN SUDDENLY MOTIONLESS, ENGINE REVVED UP AT 3500 RPM BUT THE CVT REMAINED UNRESPONSIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-exhaust-bellows-crack","label":"Exhaust pipe and bellows cracking with cabin fumes","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11638265","quote_1_text":"Exhaust manifold bellows crack Exhaust coming into car when idling","quote_2_odi":"11341893","quote_2_text":"NOTED OVER A PERIOD OF SEVERAL WEEKS, AN INCREASE IN EXHAUST NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR. THE CABIN WOULD FILL WITH EXHAUST FUMES WHEN STOPPED WITH THE ENGINE RUNNING","quote_3_odi":"11553298","quote_3_text":"The car had a recall on it for the catalytic converter and front pipe and bellows being cracked. It was replaced under a service bulletin put out by Subaru at 104,000 miles in 2020. I just went to get the vehicle inspected in 5/2023 and the exact same part is failing once again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption and leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11444473","quote_1_text":"Engine consistently burns oil. Adding pints between factory recommended oil change interval when low oil light comes on. On average, one pint is burned every 1500 miles","quote_2_odi":"11558634","quote_2_text":"The cam carrier has a leak that is causing oil to slowly leak out of the car. The current issue is causing me to have to regularly add oil to the car","quote_3_odi":"11414293","quote_3_text":"WITHIN 80K MILES THE CAR HAS STARTED SHOWING HIGH ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION. ENGINE OIL IS TO BE CHANGED EVERY 6000 MILES BUT AT 4000 MILES LOW ENGINE OIL LIGHT WILL SHOW UP AND CHECKING ON OIL LEVEL, IT SHOWS AT THE LOW LEVEL OF DIPDTICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11637190","quote_1_text":"My sunroof glass just shattered spontaneously while I was driving. Thankfully the door was closed or me and my daughter would have been showered by glass while in the road","quote_2_odi":"11497130","quote_2_text":"My sunroof exploded. Sounded like a gunshot. On the highway, 12/12 1pm. 50+- degrees partly sunny day","quote_3_odi":"11490479","quote_3_text":"While driving on 55mph road, sunroof suddenly shattered for no apparent reason (no sudden impact from rock or other debris), producing a loud bang, startling driver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11496422","quote_1_text":"while attempting to come to a complete stop, depressing the brakes, the vehicle continued to accelerate even though the brake was depressed to the floor. At no time was the driver's foot on the accelerator. This is one of 2 incidents with the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11569433","quote_2_text":"Our 2015 Subaru Outback occasionally accelerates sharply without the driver's foot being on the gas peddle. It always happens when decelerating and applying the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11457438","quote_3_text":"While parking car in garage, car suddenly surged forward although my foot was off gas and nearly hit end of garage. Engine Temp was relatively cold as it had just been started. This has happened several times before","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2015-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":506,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-12","quote_1_odi":"11418045","quote_1_text":"Windshield randomly cracked on its own. Similar issue as other have reported in past. Begins on passenger side in wiper park near heated zone and continues up across windshield for 12 inches or so. Car was parked, nothing hit the windshield","quote_2_odi":"11355085","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED STARTING FROM WINDSHIELD WIPER HEATER LOCATION ON PASSENGER SIDE UP AND OVER TO MIDDLE OF WINDSHIELD APPROXIMATELY 2 .5 FEET IN LENGTH","quote_3_odi":"11331954","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2015 SUBARU OUTBACK, I NOTICED THE FRONT WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY HAD A CRACK THAT STARTED AT THE LOWER PASSENGER SIDE AND RAN DIAGONALLY ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD ABOUT 12\", NO EVIDENCE OF BEING HIT BY STONE, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-battery-parasitic-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain and repeated battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11729709","quote_1_text":"The DCM (Data Communication Module), also referred to as the Starlink telematics module, has failed. This failure is causing a continuous parasitic battery drain, which rapidly depletes the vehicle’s battery even after charging or replacement","quote_2_odi":"11488582","quote_2_text":"Chronic issue with the vehicle draining batteries. I’ve gone through 4 new batteries in the time I’ve owned the vehicle and find that they die in what’s sometimes only a few months after purchase","quote_3_odi":"11459880","quote_3_text":"This is the 4th battery in my 2016 Outback limited. Three battery replacements in 6 years. See mechanic's report that the charging system tested good but the battery was bad","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11518726","quote_1_text":"At 59,000 miles, engine developed “heavy leak from cam carriers” by dealer service department. It was recommended that it be resealed. Engine was removed and serviced. At 112,000 miles same diagnosis was observed, along with a recommend reseal","quote_2_odi":"11729536","quote_2_text":"leak in cam carrier gasket caused large ammounts of smoke to fill engine bay and enter cabin air system. Struggled to breath and vision to an extent was obstructed","quote_3_odi":"11508206","quote_3_text":"Subaru dealer diagnosed oil leaks on the valve cover gaskets. I took the car to an independent repair business and the problem was diagnosed as a camshaft carrier oil leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-child-lock-stuck","label":"Rear door child safety lock stuck engaged","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11439187","quote_1_text":"Our vehicle has factory-installed child safety locks incorporated into the rear passenger doors. The safety lock on the rear passenger-side has failed in the \"engaged\" position, and cannot be disengaged using the small black switch in the door","quote_2_odi":"11552817","quote_2_text":"Right rear door will not open from inside, child door lock will not shift although child lock not engaged. InCase of crash or fire cannot exit vehicle. confirmed by repair shop","quote_3_odi":"11609782","quote_3_text":"The lock on the side of the door that turns on the child lock so kids cannot open the door from the inside is stuck in the lock position and will not disengage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-cvt-failure","label":"CVT failure and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11744173","quote_1_text":"While driving the 2016 Subaru Outback, the vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic failure of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The transmission completely failed, resulting in an immediate and dangerous loss of propulsion while operating the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11727074","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Subaru Outback CVT transmission has exhibited an intermittent jerking and grabbing sensation when accelerating from a stop, worse when cold, since at least February 2023. This is a known defect covered under Subaru warranty extension bulletin 16-115-18","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-exhaust-bellows-cracking","label":"Front exhaust pipe bellows cracking with cabin exhaust odor","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11485739","quote_1_text":"Exhaust manifold cracked completely through, causing exhaust fumes in the interior of the car. There is a recall on this part for 2015/16 outback, but only includes certain manufacture dates, my car is not currently included in the recall","quote_2_odi":"11717808","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Outback 2.5L model experienced an exhaust noise and/or odor coming from cracks at the bellows section of the front exhaust pipe which includes the catalytic converter. It was diagnosed as leak occurring at the front exhaust pipe","quote_3_odi":"11751682","quote_3_text":"There is a crack in the exhaust manifold and the exhaust smell is entering the cabin affecting driver and passengers' health. The problem has been confirmed by a Subaru dealer and an independent mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Ignition key stuck due to select lever park switch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11545729","quote_1_text":"Key remains stuck in ignition upon putting vehicle in park and shutting vehicle off. Failure comes from faulty switch in the selector lever assembly. Unable to remove key from vehicle for several minutes at a time. Failure acknowledged in TSB 16-112-18R","quote_2_odi":"11606281","quote_2_text":"The \"SELECT LEVER COMPLETE\" or fear shift neutral park sensor switch stops working. Subaru has acknowledged the issue and issued a TSB (NUMBER: 16-112-18R). The issue is that the car does not sense it is in park or Neutral, even though the shifter is in that position","quote_3_odi":"11428273","quote_3_text":"Ignition does not release key in a reasonable manner. Must wiggle key, start/stop car multiple times, and wait for 15-20 minutes before the key releases from the ignition. Started as an occasional issue, but has become more and more constant","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11544150","quote_1_text":"As I was pulling slowly into a parking spot in a busy lot that serves a lot of small businesses, my Subaru suddenly accelerated forward, over the concrete parking bumper and raised sidewalk area, and into the side of the building","quote_2_odi":"11503955","quote_2_text":"I was in a parking lot at a near-complete stop. I needed to nose the car about 18 inches to move it all the way into the spot. I lightly touched the accelerator to inch the car forward, and it shot forward as if some outside force had stomped on the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11513564","quote_1_text":"A crack appeared across the upper middle of the windshield. There was no event, damage, or accident involved. The crack just appeared one day","quote_2_odi":"11448849","quote_2_text":"We have replaced about 5 windshields in this vehicle since we have owned it. The cracks form from the bottom of the windshield in the black area where a rock couldn't possibly chip the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11433072","quote_3_text":"The windshield cracked without receiving any kind of impact to it. No rock chip, sudden jolt, extreme temperatures or other weather event precipitated the cracking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11730268","quote_1_text":"I was recently involved in a multi-car accident, where the vehicle rammed into my outback from behind, leading to a spin-up and hit again by the driver side, forcing me to collide into a vehicle that had side-lined on a highway. In this situation, I would expect the airbags to…","quote_2_odi":"11615132","quote_2_text":"Was in a car accident was hit from left front side and left rear passenger door. Other vehicle was going 62 mph when impacted. None of the air bags deployed in the vehicle. I hit my head twice on the window and was knocked unconscious. Insurance will be inspecting vehicle. No…","quote_3_odi":"11556525","quote_3_text":"While troubleshooting an erratic cruise control switch, my mechanic found that the clock spring switch in my steering wheel was defective. This means that my air bags are disconnected and will not deploy in case of an accident. He read this from the cars computer yet my car did…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-battery-drain-electrical","label":"Battery drain from electrical system or DCM","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":78,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11661627","quote_1_text":"I'm the original owner, purchased May 2017, and have had to replace the battery five times. Online research indicates that the root cause is phantom draining caused by the DCM apparently searching for a no longer existent 3G signal. Subaru has not addressed the issue directly…","quote_2_odi":"11620006","quote_2_text":"DCM Parasitic Drain Lawsuit for 2016-2019 Subaru Battery consistently drains to where my vehicle will not start. Dealer has replaced the battery twice (2018 & 2019) I replace the battery in 2022 and will need to so it again soon. Vehicle will not start after sitting for more…","quote_3_odi":"11505838","quote_3_text":"My 2017 Subaru Outback has a parasitic battery drain. The battery dies after one day of non-use. It has to be jump started. The battery is less than two years old and is the second battery since we purchased this car in 2019. Took it to a auto repair service to be checked and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier or valve cover oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11647781","quote_1_text":"PER SUBARUS BULLETIN 02-192-25 POSED ON 10-26-2024 THEY PROVIDED DETAILS ON HOW TO FIX A LEAK FROM ZONE 4 FOR CAM SHAFT CARRIER AND VALVE COVER. I HAVE A LEAK FROM THESE TWO ITEMS NOTED. I HAVE BEEN BREATHING THE OIL FUMES FOR WHO KNOWS HOW LONG. I HAVE HAD THESE ISSUES…","quote_2_odi":"11537958","quote_2_text":"There is a known cam carrier leak issue for this engine, and no safety recall has been issued. The motor oil leaks down to the hot exhaust creating smokes and may cause a fire.","quote_3_odi":"11510664","quote_3_text":"The 2017 Subaru Outback has been slowly leaking oil and it has been determined that the cam carrier seal is defective and needs to be replaced. The vehicle has 70k miles on it and it has been brought to my attention that this a common problem among this vehicle. The service…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key will not release from ignition","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11737057","quote_1_text":"Ignition key not releasing after turning engine off. Put shifter in park, foot on brakeii, turn Ignition key off. Key will not release. Have to cycle multiple times to get key released.","quote_2_odi":"11523743","quote_2_text":"After I turn off the car the key will not come out of the ignition. Usually after I put the car in gear a few times it comes out. This seems like a common issue that gets worse over time based on my internet searches. This is a safety issue because I am stuck staying with my car…","quote_3_odi":"11481386","quote_3_text":"2017 Subaru Outback -- have nearly 50K miles on it. Suddenly the key is not removing from the ignition key slot. I looked this up and see this is a recurring problem in Subarus. I anticipated it can't cost a huge amount to take care of this problem. See people have quoted $500 /…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-sunroof-moonroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof or moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11707487","quote_1_text":"Driving on a flat dry road with cloudy conditions we heard what sounded like a shotgun. Pulled over and found our Moonroof exploded. I have dashcam video with audio of the explosion as well as photos and video of the damage immediately after","quote_2_odi":"11623323","quote_2_text":"While driving on main road sunroof spontaneously exploded! Speed 55 mph, temp mid 60s. This occurred 11-2-24 about 6pm. Clear weather, open road. I purchased the car new in 2017 and have never even opened the sunroof as I don't like them and car is always garaged when not in…","quote_3_odi":"11502645","quote_3_text":"Retractable sun roof exploded/disintegrated while vehicle was under power on an open road . Photo of damage exceeds the maximum size for uploading. Can be transmitted by email if desired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-transmission-slipping-failure","label":"Transmission slipping or failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11681495","quote_1_text":"AT ABOUT 112,000 MILES, MY 2017 SUBARU OUTBACK'S TRANSMISSION SHOWED SIGNS OF FAILURE. THE \"MANUAL SHIFT\" GEAR LEVER POSITION WOULD NO LONGER INCREASE OR DECREASE THE TRANSMISSION RPM AND A WHIRRING AND CLICKING NOISE BECAME APPARENT AND INCREASED OR DECREASED WITH SPEED. THE…","quote_2_odi":"11481469","quote_2_text":"My car had it's third transmission installed in October 2021 at 42,730 miles. The car currently has just under 52,000 miles. The current transmission is exhibiting symptoms of slipping and delayed gear engagement. The slipping is most concerning due to the unpredictable and…","quote_3_odi":"11480093","quote_3_text":"It was a few days ago, the vehicle suddenly have shuttering or sputtering type of noise when accelerating from a stop. During the drive, I also started to hear a creaking type of noise. This became worse when accelerating uphill. I took the car to a Subaru dealership, and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11687413","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that after driving onto the driveway and pressing the brake pedal to park, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, drove forward, and crashed into the garage door. The contact shifted to the reverse…","quote_2_odi":"11480774","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking lot. The attendant told me to back our 2017 Outback into a spot running along a fence and row of trees. I pulled forward, put my foot on the brake to fully stop. I then moved from \"drive\" to \"reverse\". Immediately, the engine started to rev very…","quote_3_odi":"11726792","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at a slow speed, the brake pedal was depressed, but the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration. The contact lifted her foot off the brake pedal and then firmly depressed the brake pedal another…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2017-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":915,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11704138","quote_1_text":"My Outback has been through 5 genuine Subaru windshields this year, and 7 since 2019. Only one was impact damage, the rest developed cracks after installation. One only lasted 3 days after being replaced. Others have lasted 3 months. There is something defective with the current…","quote_2_odi":"11558208","quote_2_text":"As I was driving my car today I saw a crack suddenly appear in the windshield -- running horizontally two and half to three feet from one side to the other. It's quite a crack -- about three inches from the bottom, just above the edge of the black band. This is the third time…","quote_3_odi":"11469319","quote_3_text":"In February of 2020, while in lock down for the pandemic, my windshield started to crack on the passenger side below the seal in the black area. It continued to spread. I took my car into the dealership once lockdown had lifted and I could get an appointment. I was aware of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-battery-drain-while-parked","label":"Battery drain while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11463152","quote_1_text":"The Battery of the vehicle drains frequently, making the car inoperable. The battery has been replaced three times in four years, much more frequently than i would expect in a relatively new vehicle that was purchased new from a dealership","quote_2_odi":"11506939","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Subaru Outback battery is draining practically every day now. There must be something in the car that drains the battery constantly so in the morning I am unable to start. I needed to jump start the battery on multiple occasions now","quote_3_odi":"11472975","quote_3_text":"The car battery will drain completely when the car is not being driven. This has happened to us numerous times while camping leaving us in a remote area with a dead battery and no cell phone service to call for help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-loss-of-power-while-driving","label":"Loss of engine and electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11547483","quote_1_text":"While going through the construction zone, my car lost all power and just shut off completely. No warning signs just went completely dead. I almost got rear ended, thankfully the car behind me went to the left of the center, but almost had a head on collision into oncoming…","quote_2_odi":"11476659","quote_2_text":"While leaving shopping mall parking lot, vehicle suddenly shut down; no electrical, no accelerator, no power steering, no engine. Was able to steer vehicle to safe location out of traffic path. Waited approximately 10 minutes, tried vehicle again, and it started / drove normally","quote_3_odi":"11714422","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that when driving approximately 30- 40 MPH, veering off the highway, the vehicle suddenly lost power, but had immediately regained power. The failure had occurred 3 - 4 times total","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11553716","quote_1_text":"While pulling into a parking spot with my foot on the brake and preparing to stop, the car continued to move up over the curb and then began to accelerate even after I applied both of my feet pushing down on the brakes until I hit our condo building","quote_2_odi":"11734591","quote_2_text":"Driving slowly in a parking lot, I applied the brakes as I approached a parking space. Instead of slowing down, the car inexplicably accelerated quickly and did not respond to increased pressure on the brakes","quote_3_odi":"11482083","quote_3_text":"Car jerked back and suddenly accelerated without warning as driver had foot on brake and was slowly pulling into parking spot. Car hit wall of parking garage causing front end damage. Parking collision warning did not sound at any point","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-rearview-camera-image-loss","label":"Rearview camera image loss with head unit failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11674518","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rearview camera became inoperable. The contact stated that the rearview camera image was blank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the radio system display had failed","quote_2_odi":"11499569","quote_2_text":"The infotainment system freezes randomly causing screen to freeze including while backing up. This causes it to appear as though the back up camera is working when in reality it is not","quote_3_odi":"11620100","quote_3_text":"The infotainment screen has delaminated rendering it unusable and will intermittantly interrupt the backup camera while moving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11705158","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2018 Subaru Outback on the freeway, the sunroof spontaneously shattered without warning. At the time of the incident, there were no nearby vehicles, road debris, or external factors that could explain the failure","quote_2_odi":"11666941","quote_2_text":"Sunroof's glass panel exploded/shattered unexpectedly due to unknown cause(s)/reason(s) while driving vehicle. No external item(s) contacted sunroof glass panel","quote_3_odi":"11727236","quote_3_text":"OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. IT COULD HAVE CAUSED A BAD ACCIDENT AS THE SPEED LIMIT IS 65-70 FULL OF CARS AND TRUCKS ON I-95 NORTH. THERE WAS NO WARNING, JUST A LARGE EXPLOSION AND SHATTERED GLASS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-touchscreen-delamination","label":"Infotainment touchscreen delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11722438","quote_1_text":"The infotainment touchscreen in my 2018 Subaru Outback has developed severe screen delamination and now generates persistent “ghost touch” inputs. The screen registers touches without any driver interaction","quote_2_odi":"11603477","quote_2_text":"2018 Subaru Outback headunit is \"delaminated\" causing phantom touches on the headunit's touch screen. While driving, the headunit will act as if something is pressing random buttons, changing radio stations, opening/closing maps, going through settings panel","quote_3_odi":"11536795","quote_3_text":"The STARLINK multimedia touchscreen system screen started delaminating July-2022; April-2023 it developed a ghost glitch & changes all settings/info on its own - it doesn’t recognize any true touch on the screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":806,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11592438","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the windshield cracked without impact. The contact took the vehicle to a dealer to have the windshield replaced; however, the failure recurred soon after the replacement","quote_2_odi":"11514673","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Subaru Outback's windshield has cracked overnight parked on the driveway. There's no visible rock strike point. This will be the 4th windshield replacement in the 5 year ownership","quote_3_odi":"11461671","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while approaching her parked vehicle, she noticed that the driver’s side windshield was cracked. The contact stated that there was no impact to the windshield to cause the crack to occur. The contact stated that the crack occurred overnight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-cam-carrier-oil-leak","label":"Cam carrier oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11671848","quote_1_text":"2019 Subaru Outback passenger side cam carrier started to seep at 42k miles. 63K continues to seep and Subaru suggested monitoring oil levels. Estimated cost to fix $6k. If leak gets worse and/or proper monitoring of oil in the engine is not done could lead to engine failure and…","quote_2_odi":"11687608","quote_2_text":"I was told by the dealer that my 2019 Outback had a cam carrier oil leak. At the time, my car had 50,700 miles on it. My drivetrain warrantee was for 5 years or 60,000 miles. I was over on the years but under on the miles. The repair was estimated to cost $4,500.00. The dealer…","quote_3_odi":"11736217","quote_3_text":"I am reaching out regarding the cam carrier leak on my 2019 Subaru Outback. After researching this issue, I discovered that cam carrier leaks are extremely common among Subaru vehicles equipped with the boxer engine, especially Outbacks from this generation. Many owners have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-infotainment-delamination","label":"Infotainment head unit delamination and ghost touches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11630079","quote_1_text":"The surface of the interior touch screen display on my 2019 Subaru Outback Touring that controls the radio, navigation, phone, vehicle settings and information, and rear backup camera assistance developed bubbles and presses buttons on its own. It toggles between apps, calls…","quote_2_odi":"11649125","quote_2_text":"Screen is delaminating. Becoming unresponsive at times. Making ghost touches, phone calls, opening apps, messing with GPS. Seems unsafe when it could be going haywire and especially using GPS trying to navigate traffic.","quote_3_odi":"11629184","quote_3_text":"The head unit is delaminating making navigation, bluetooth connection, radio inoperable. The screen flashes through different screens which is a safety hazard. I filed a claim with Subaru Care and they offered only $500 assistance on a $1600 repair for a 2019 with about 78,000…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-parasitic-battery-drain","label":"Parasitic battery drain leaving vehicle dead","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11643837","quote_1_text":"Parasitic battery drain when vehicle is turned off. The DCM module in these vehicles will not shut off properly and continue to drain the battery. Subaru has firmware on the vehicle that will not fully charge the battery when driving to save fuel. The vehicle has had 6 or more…","quote_2_odi":"11640701","quote_2_text":"Parasitic battery draw - when left completely unattended for about 10 days, the battery is drained, leaving driver stranded and in need of a car jump. Has occurred twice on a new battery installed in late Nov.","quote_3_odi":"11654554","quote_3_text":"I am on my third battery for this car. It apparently has a known software issue of a parasitic battery drain that destroys the battery, leaving me stranded.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-unintended-acceleration-rollaway","label":"Unintended acceleration and rollaway","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11611077","quote_1_text":"While turning into a parking spot my wife had foot on the brake and vehicle accelerated over parking bumpers and into a fence and ultimately was stopped by a combination of a tree and the fence car drove through. This collision prevented her from crossing pedestrian sidewalk and…","quote_2_odi":"11618940","quote_2_text":"This morning, while stopped at a red light, my foot on the brake, my car suddenly revved and jolted forward. Luckily, no one was in front of me, and I quickly put the car in neutral and pressed harder on the brake pedal. The car was then ok. I see that there is a Class Action…","quote_3_odi":"11579087","quote_3_text":"I put my 2019 Subaru Outback in park, stepped out of my car and the car proceeded to unexpeectedly roll forward with the door knocking me to the ground. The back wheels of the car then ran over both my legs. The vehicle has not been inspected by the manufacturer, police…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11563879","quote_1_text":"Front windshield cracked without any impact. Was parked in my driveway for previous 3 days. Got in to drive and noticed the large crack right away. It started from the passenger mid lower edge and within a day it cracked halfway across passenger side. There was no divot or…","quote_2_odi":"11656604","quote_2_text":"On April 14, 2025, I experienced my fourth windshield break- others- 2 that were 3 months apart in 2023 and another in 2024. I do not know how this most recent crack occurred as I noticed it when I went to drive my car, which was parked inside my garage. I had driven 2 places…","quote_3_odi":"11574855","quote_3_text":"Windshield has cracked (large about 10 inches or more) 2 times within a year for no apparent reason. Both times the weather did not have fast shifting changes and the car was sitting in the driveway or in the garage at my residence.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-airbag-recall-srs","label":"Air bag recall parts and SRS faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11665050","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_2_odi":"11660895","quote_2_text":"I received a safety recall notice (Campaign Number: 24V227000 / Subaru Code: WRA24) for my Subaru Outback. I contacted multiple Subaru dealerships in my area, and they all told me that the repair parts are not available and there is no clear ETA for when they will arrive.","quote_3_odi":"11713606","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a safety-related defect involving the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) on my 2020 Subaru Outback with approximately 20,480 miles. Multiple SRS and occupant detection system warning lights illuminated. Dealer diagnostics showed multiple SRS-related faults…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-battery-drain-stall","label":"Battery drain and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11618271","quote_1_text":"We are on our 3rd battery in < 4 years. Subaru is well aware of this issue in their engineering in the parasitic drain from the Starlink module. AAA won’t even replace these batteries anymore because the problem is so prevalent. Meanwhile, I’m about to have to buy a 4th battery…","quote_2_odi":"11643787","quote_2_text":"For our 2020 Subaru Outback, we are on our 3rd battery at only 49k miles. The car died again today. Thankfully AAA was able to jump it after a friend tried unsuccessfully. We suspect all of this battery drain, failure and replacement has been due to the known Data Communications…","quote_3_odi":"11710788","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving 65 MPH on the highway, the contact was alerted by the message “Eyesight Technology Failure”, before the battery shut down, causing the steering wheel to seize, forcing the contact to come to a complete…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-cvt-transmission","label":"CVT and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714318","quote_1_text":"On December 28, 2025, my 2020 Subaru Outback lost the ability to engage any gear (Drive, Reverse, or otherwise) while maneuvering at low speed to make a U-turn. The vehicle became inoperable immediately and was towed to the dealer. The dealer confirmed via text and written…","quote_2_odi":"11732229","quote_2_text":"I was reversing out of a residential driveway onto a county highway when the I had a complete loss of movement. Shortly after the total loss of power, the CEL illuminated. If I had been on the highway, the driveway is near a blind curve, I would've been sitting in the road with…","quote_3_odi":"11642099","quote_3_text":"The car shifted (transmission) into neutral when cruising down the interstate at 62 MPH and stayed in neutral until the ignition was turned off. With no brake light cars were not worn and was nearly hit from behind. 2 weeks earlier the same happened on a city street. There was a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-power-liftgate","label":"Power liftgate closing unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11661599","quote_1_text":"2020 Subaru Outback rear auto liftgate randomly automatically closes after opening. It has hit me, the owner, in the head as I was attempting to place items in the rear. It has hit various store personnel as they were attempting to load products in the rear. I have reported this…","quote_2_odi":"11648691","quote_2_text":"I have owned the 2020 Subaru Outback since December 2020. Staring in 2021 there have been problems with the lift gate not opening to where it now closes immediately after opening it. This occurs randomly and causes a dangerous situation where one never knows when it will happen.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-side-mirror-detachment","label":"Exterior mirror detachment","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11635838","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side mirror had started to detach from the vehicle without an impact to the vehicle, and the mirror had become inoperable. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed or repaired. Neither the dealer nor…","quote_2_odi":"11624532","quote_2_text":"Problem component: exterior mirror on driver side It was raining, I was driving, I heard what sounded like a loud explosion by my driver side window. After the initial shock, I thought a tire had blown out, but car drove ok and no tire warning light came on. It was a rural road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-thermo-control-valve","label":"Thermo control valve and EyeSight shutdown","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11602880","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was driving east on [XXX] on the North side of Toledo Ohio close to the intersection with [XXX] . The \"Check Engine\" warning came on, all the vehicle \"Eyesight\" functions were automatically turned off, and Pre collision braking and Pre collision throttle control…","quote_2_odi":"11609935","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the thermo-control valve. The vehicle was not…","quote_3_odi":"11604582","quote_3_text":"The Thermal control valve went out in May while I was traveling though Texas, I took it to a dealership right away to see what the issue was and was told once again it was the thermal control valve. When it goes out you have the check engine light come on, the eyesite, and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2020,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2020-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 889 total)","source_complaint_count":889,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11611877","quote_1_text":"I have 2020 Subaru Outback and have had 14 windshield replacements/repairs. The windshield has spider cracked out of nowhere and has been unable to take the smallest impact without cracking in multiple locations. I have submitted multiple complaints to Subaru and was informed…","quote_2_odi":"11630375","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in the garage, the contact became aware that there was a 12-inch-long crack on the windshield starting from the driver’s side of the windshield. The contact stated that there was no impact to…","quote_3_odi":"11628153","quote_3_text":"Defective windshields. The vehicle has been in my possession for 4 years. During these 4 years i've had 5 windshield replacements. 2 of which have been from rocks. 3 of which I have no idea what caused the damage, it seemingly happened out of nowhere while driving. This is well…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11686038","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V227000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The dealer was contacted. The dealer confirmed that parts were not yet available for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11638838","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact stated that there was an audible chime while a passenger was seated in the front passenger’s seat. The contact received…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11473993","quote_1_text":"Battery is draining for no apparent reason. As stated in several class action law suits, defects in these vehicles ( Subaru Outback 2015-2020) cause the batteries to drain, replacement batteries also drain. The Subaru Outback battery drains because of the Controller area network…","quote_2_odi":"11453302","quote_2_text":"The battery does not hold a charge. I have had to have AAA charge my battery on 10 occasions in the fourteen months since I purchased this vehicle. I also have had to have the battery jumped by friends to start the car. The battery was replaced by the dealership in early…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11482923","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system is so buggy and slow it's dangerously distracting. It crashes all the time and takes a few minutes to reboot which is not good when you're using navigation. The volume randomly will go to 100% and the only way to fix it is to restart the car. I've had it…","quote_2_odi":"11453768","quote_2_text":"THE MAIN COMPUTER SYSTEM THAT CONTROLS THE EYESIGHT SYSTEM, CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE, ALL HVAC CONTROLS, NAVIGATION, ETC. SHUTS DOWN (GOES BLACK), AND REBOOTS RANDOMLY. WHEN THIS OCCURS, ALL OF THE FUNCTIONS AND CONTROLS ASSOCIATED WITH THE COMPUTER SYSTEM ARE LOST. CRUISE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11690946","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded driving home in 90 degree sunny and clear weather. It sounded like a gun went off right over my head. It scared me so bad I jerked my steering wheel into the other lane. Thank God no one was in that lane. I had to get it replaced at Mid State Glass company.…","quote_2_odi":"11591890","quote_2_text":"On[XXX] while accelerating to travel speed (45 mph) on a rural Maine highway, the little used glass moon roof of our 2021 Subaru Outback Touring with 24,100 miles on the odometer exploded with a huge, shocking BANG!. Weather was clear and bright, wind ~5 mph, temperature about…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-thermo-control-valve-failure","label":"Thermo control valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11543033","quote_1_text":"I was driving and suddenly 13 flashing lights and codes from check engine to loss of cruise control and RAB -dealer says it needs a new thermo control valve (thermostat). This failed part has been common on Subarus for 3 years-reported on internet and even to the point where a…","quote_2_odi":"11620185","quote_2_text":"Thermo control valve failure. Would not cover it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11679036","quote_1_text":"While slowly backing out of a parking space, the vehicle suddenly accelerated on it's own - I do not recall pressing on the accelerator but the engine surged and the vehicle rapidly reversed and struck 4 other parked cars. It felt as if the accelerator became stuck and would not…","quote_2_odi":"11689975","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated that while idling at a red traffic light, the vehicle lurched forward twice and struck the rear end of another vehicle twice. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated upon impact. The air bags did not deploy.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2021,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2021-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Spontaneous windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":75,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 290 total)","source_complaint_count":290,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11446410","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH approaching a traffic light, the contact heard an abnormal cracking sound coming from the front windshield. The contact noticed a small crack on the driver’s side of the windshield that spread to the…","quote_2_odi":"11507567","quote_2_text":"Subaru has a known issue with windshields being easily cracked. I purchased a new 2021 Subaru Outback Onyx XT and had to replace the windshield 2 times within the first year of owning due to cracked windshield, both happened after having a small chip from likely a small rock…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-engine-knock-power-loss","label":"Engine knocking with loss of motive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11682830","quote_1_text":"We were driving one evening in June and all of a sudden the engine stopped and we could not drive it. It only produced a knocking sound when we attempted to turn the engine on. We had the car towed to the dealership and after taking the engine apart, they reported that an intake","quote_2_odi":"11695698","quote_2_text":"Driving on the highway, engine started making a rattling noise, then began to labor and eventually stopped being able to accelerate at all. Oil pressure warning light came on around the time the acceleration gave out altogether. We pulled over to the side of the highway and got","quote_3_odi":"11709008","quote_3_text":"At a stop light the auto-restart function failed, following this event the vehicle began making a knocking noise, we towed it to the dealership for evaluation and their diagnosis was that it needed a new engine. - Dealership stated they too heard the knocking noise in the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-eyesight-braking-no-obstacle","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11604989","quote_1_text":"Ever since the systems have become overly sensitive to the point of locking breaks up on the highway, at highway speed, for no obstruction. This has taken me from highway speed to a complete stop in the middle of the number 2 lane on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11691627","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking system incorrectly triggered for a few seconds as I approached the turning vehicle. You can see the indication of the triggering in the heads up display LEDS in the lower left of the video, starting at 13:15:42 and continuing for a few seconds. I","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment screen reboot disabling EyeSight","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11536503","quote_1_text":"The most extreme effect of this is that when the Infotainment screen crashes/freezes, the EyeSight safety features of the car such as Lane Keeping Assistance, Blind Spot Warning, Forward Crash Warning also stop working. I'll see all of the dashboard signals and notifications on","quote_2_odi":"11634209","quote_2_text":"The touchscreen shuts down and makes the safety features shut off. This use to happen a few times per quarter, but now is happening a few times per month. Happens always while driving which causes the adaptive cruise to shut off, causing deceleration, the eyesight shuts off, the","quote_3_odi":"11572403","quote_3_text":"In less than a year, the Star Link Console was restarting at least once a day. Then it began restarting more frequently. The Subaru Dealership updated the software and the restarts slowed to maybe once every few weeks instead of the 3 to 4 times in 30 minutes. Then the restarts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-lower-oil-pan-leak","label":"Oil leak from lower oil pan","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11734535","quote_1_text":"The dealer determined that there was an oil leak coming from the lower oil pan. There was oil dripping onto the exhaust system, creating a potential fire hazard. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 53,400","quote_2_odi":"11687315","quote_2_text":"Lower oil pan leaks oil. Started leaking oil right after warranty expired. This is a known issue for Subaru cars with the 2.4 turbo engine. Seats ripped right after warranty expired","quote_3_odi":"11549304","quote_3_text":"Lower oil pan leaks due to poor QA/QC at the factory so I’m told. And possibly the upper oil pan leaking to. Researched forums and it’s a requiring problem. So is the problem big enough for a recall? One issue is that the dealership didn’t notice it during last inspection and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-stall-dead-battery","label":"Stalling and dead battery with auto start-stop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11744690","quote_1_text":"On June 15th 2026, I was at a red light and the Auto Start-Stop feature shut off the engine. When light turned green, my car lost power and started rolling downhill. During this rolling downhill, the brakes stopped working, I was unable to engage parking brake, and I wasn't able","quote_2_odi":"11702627","quote_2_text":"I experienced two serious electrical failures within a few days that caused the vehicle to stall without warning. At Nov 29, 2025, after parking for about 20 minutes, the car would not start. Symptoms included: • Very weak clicking from the starter • Dashboard flickering and","quote_3_odi":"11549526","quote_3_text":"The relatively new car (2022) stalls out randomly at intersections and red lights. This is a major safety issue as we have had the car totally shut down in the middle of 2 busy intersections. We had to dial 911 and have the police come to assist. We brought the car to the dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-transmission-hesitation","label":"Delayed acceleration and jerking from transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11746719","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and coming to a stop, the vehicle then failed to accelerate or drive forward. While depressing the accelerator pedal, the engine revved excessively to approximately 7,000 RPM, but the vehicle failed to respond. The","quote_2_odi":"11754982","quote_2_text":"When traveling eat 6-65 mph and needing to merge and stepping on the gas pedal all the way the car would just sit there and do nothing for 1-2 seconds. this was not a one off situation. The car would do this regularly until I found out subaru had a fix for the transmission","quote_3_odi":"11635558","quote_3_text":"I noticed a metal sound when I accelerated then the car jerked forward a few times. Shortly afterwards, ~5 min, the dashboard lights came on:Automatic Transmission Oil Temperature, Blind-Spot Detection, Check Engine, EyeSight System, Reverse Auto Braking and Vehicle Dynamic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without visible impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":123,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11572044","quote_1_text":"Windshield spontaneously cracked while parked overnight in garage. Crack originated on passenger side in the middle of windshield starting at the end of the panel and running to middle of windshield horizontally. No chip, damage, impact happened. It literally cracked on its own","quote_2_odi":"11618601","quote_2_text":"Since purchasing the car new in April 2022, I have had 3 significantly cracked windshields; all of which propagated immediately after getting hit by a pebble mid-drive (not giving any opportunity to fix the chip). I am filing this complaint because I don’t think it should be","quote_3_odi":"11635793","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while starting the vehicle in the morning, she became aware of a 16-inch crack on the windshield. The contact stated that the crack had started close to the passenger’s side A-pillar, approximately 3-inches above the passenger’s side windshield wiper. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-eyesight-phantom-braking","label":"EyeSight phantom braking events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754558","quote_1_text":"Brakes slammed on, car stopped, flashing yellow lights on left Combination Meter stating that Pre-Collision Braking was activated. There was no vehicle/obstacle/animal in the road. No parked cars, no cars backing out of a driveway.  Road was completely clear","quote_2_odi":"11549650","quote_2_text":"With nothing in front of us and no warning, the car began flashing the red dash lights, the cluster flashed the red warning about braking, and the brakes were automatically applied with enough force to set the seat belt pretensions and we unweighted the seats","quote_3_odi":"11517305","quote_3_text":"almost on a daily basis the precollision breaking system would cause the car to break when there was nothing there. It has picked up parked cars on the side of the road as well as breaked for no apparent reason. I have been almost rear ended a number of times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-eyesight-system-disabling","label":"EyeSight system intermittent self-disabling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11587316","quote_1_text":"The Eyesight system on my 2023 Subaru Outback will suddenly stop working.  It will go out in all conditions, mornings, afternoons and evenings.  Sometimes it will go out a a minute or two.  Other times it will be out for hours","quote_2_odi":"11513176","quote_2_text":"The two displays on my 2023 Subaru Outback (both the main entertainment one and the tiny dash one) randomly restart without notice and/or freeze and are unresponsive. This disables adaptive cruise control, EyeSight warnings, lane departure warnings, front collision warnings…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-headlight-shadows","label":"Low-beam headlight shadow artifacts and visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11498198","quote_1_text":"When the headlights are turned on, each projects a rectangular shadow. These shadows move when you drive and look like animals coming across the road. Apparently, Subaru says this is normal operation. The dealer noted that it is an issue but Subaru has no remedy","quote_2_odi":"11541215","quote_2_text":"there are two shadow artifacts near the top of the field of vision that move from side to side. They are distracting (almost looks like an animal darting across the road) and dangerous.  Secondly, the cutoff line with the projector headlights on low-beams severely limits field…","quote_3_odi":"11528067","quote_3_text":"While driving at night on dark roads in Pennsylvania, it was quite obvious and strange that the top half of the windshield was black while the bottom half was clear showing the lights on the road.   This was quite annoying and disruptive while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-starlink-failure","label":"Starlink/SOS connectivity and software failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556552","quote_1_text":"I PAID EXTRA WHEN I PURCHASED THE CAR FOR SUBARU STARLINK EMERGENCY SERVICES. THEY HAD GUARENTEED THAT IN ANY ACCIDENT ANYWHERE IF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED STARLINK WOULD CONTACT ALL EMERGENCY SERVICES SO THAT AMBULANCES AND POLICE WOULD COME TO THE SCENED OF THE ACCIDENT. THE…","quote_2_odi":"11488010","quote_2_text":"upon purchasing the vehicle from the dealer on October 3, 2022, he noticed that the automatic collision alert to the Emergency Services, the diagnostic alert, the remote services, the SOS emergency alert, the stolen vehicle recovery alert, the Roadside Assistance alert, and the…","quote_3_odi":"11702638","quote_3_text":"Recently, in my 2023 Subaru Outback, I have been having pop-up ads for SirusXM take over my infotainment screen.  The ad appears in the center, does not allow the user to interact with the screen - including air conditioning control and traction control selection - and will not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11546772","quote_1_text":"Sunroof/Moonroof spontaneously shattered OUTWARD.  Car was being driven, inside slider was closed. Driver heard a bang, followed by hearing glass on the roof.  Car driven another mile and parked where local police responded, examined the damage and took photos","quote_2_odi":"11513158","quote_2_text":"I was driving at 65mph merging onto I-73. Suddenly, I heard what sounded like an explosion followed by what sounded like flapping and \"pebbles hitting roof\" sound. I knew something had broken so I pulled off the road. My moonroof had shattered","quote_3_odi":"11525244","quote_3_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded. Temperatures were around 50 degrees, no cars around me at the time and as far as I can tell, nothing could have hit the window at least at that moment. I had been driving for about 1 hour and no sudden changes in temperature or pressure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731476","quote_1_text":"While turning into a parking spot, the accelerator pedal was slightly depressed, and the vehicle unintendedly accelerated, crashing into a parked vehicle on the driver's side. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to move forward after the crash into the next parking spot","quote_2_odi":"11638907","quote_2_text":"his wife was driving the vehicle and as she was entering into a parking spot and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle experienced sudden unintended acceleration. The contact's wife reported that the vehicle had made an abnormal revving sound as if she had applied the…","quote_3_odi":"11567364","quote_3_text":"while driving 45-50 MPH uphill, the accelerator pedal was released; however, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated to 63 MPH. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle failed to respond","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2023-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking and chipping from minor impacts","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":87,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648201","quote_1_text":"I have had several times where tiny road pebbles have kicked up hitting the windshield and have caused cracks. There is now also a crack forming where there has not been any impact. This is my second windshield replacement in two years. I have never had a windshield that has…","quote_2_odi":"11560656","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED EASILY WITH A SMALL PEBBLE ON 2/2023 MIDWAY UP THE WINDSHIELD ON PASSENGER SIDE. SIZE WAS ABOUT QUARTER/ .25 CENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN 1 MONTH OLD. WINDSHIELD WAS REPLACED IN APRIL 2023 BECAUSE TOOK 2 MONTHS TO GET A NEW WINDSHIELD","quote_3_odi":"11515866","quote_3_text":"I noticed a crack on the passenger side of the windshield, which initially measured around 5 inches in length. To my surprise, the crack expanded to over 10 inches in just a day and continued to grow thereafter","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-aebs-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576944","quote_1_text":"While going 65-70 mph on the freeway the car began braking on its own with no cars nearby. It almost came to a complete stop  but then started moving, then hesitated once more before releasing. I reported it to the dealership. They said they could try to recalibrate but…","quote_2_odi":"11601523","quote_2_text":"Problem with phantom reverse automatic emergency braking.  Backing up from my driveway causes uncommanded full braking once the vehicle is into the street, except when continuous brake pressure is applied while backing out.  This has caused the vehicle to come to a full stop…","quote_3_odi":"11573691","quote_3_text":"The pre-collision braking system has engaged twice during normal traffic flows and came close to causing an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-airbag-ods-failure","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection system deactivation","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744977","quote_1_text":"Driver and adult passenger were traveling at highway speed on the NJ Turnpike. The passenger noticed that the airbag light on the display showed \"Passenger Airbag OFF\"  We stopped at the next rest area and found guidance online that the Occupant Detection System sometimes…","quote_2_odi":"11745452","quote_2_text":"The passenger airbag indicator showed \"off\" twice, on separate drives, with two different adult passengers seated normally during regular highway driving. Shifting the seat made the light come back on both times","quote_3_odi":"11630166","quote_3_text":"There is a problem with the passenger airbag sensor on this model. I weigh under 100 pounds, and the sensor light does not turn on when I am seated in the passenger seat. My husband weighs 160 lbs, and the light goes on when he sits in the passenger seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-battery-drain-failure","label":"12V battery premature drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754295","quote_1_text":"My battery prematurely drained and it caused my car to not start at all. It's a new car and was checked at the dealership and was confirmed to be in perfect working order when I bought it. Not even six months of owning it and then battery died, I had to pay out of pocket for a…","quote_2_odi":"11680258","quote_2_text":"last month the battery drained to a point where I had to jump it to start it. I drove with the hope that the alternator would charge the battery. Yet, it did not. Within the last four weeks, I proceeded to have to jump the car almost every time I started the car, including every…","quote_3_odi":"11729500","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Subaru Outback has twice become inoperable while stopped at a traffic signal.  In both incidents, the engine was off while stopped, but the vehicle remained powered on and would not restart. The vehicle also would not properly power down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-cvt-shudder-jerk","label":"CVT shudder and jerking on deceleration or at speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739936","quote_1_text":"On deceleration the cars CVT has an intermittent shudder. Sometimes minor sometime severe making it feel like the wheels will slow too quickly and lose contact with the road. The dealer verified the problem changed the transmission control module and re programmed it. That did…","quote_2_odi":"11727207","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving and coming to a stop, the vehicle shuddered and jerked unexpectedly. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was test-driven, and the failure was duplicated. The dealer replaced the transmission…","quote_3_odi":"11583539","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 72 MPH with no other vehicles nearby, the Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking system engaged inadvertently, and the vehicle came to a complete stop. The contact stated that he was able to continue driving; however, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-siriusxm-popup-ads","label":"SiriusXM pop-up ads blocking infotainment screen while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741584","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, the car's onboard, factory-installed user interface system (the computer screen that operates climate control, navigation, entertainment, etc.) has pushed pop-up ads for Sirius FM. These pop-ups persist and interfere with operating of the system.  This…","quote_2_odi":"11741690","quote_2_text":"More than 3 times, I have had a SiriusXM pop-up completely covering my Subaru Outback's headunit screen while I was actively driving. It completely disables all functions on the screen until you are able to click the small red X in the far right corner, away from the driver","quote_3_odi":"11703087","quote_3_text":"Over the past two weeks, two uncommanded pop-up ads from SiriusXM have appeared in the middle of my infotainment screen.  The ads pop up in front of anything else that might be on the screen.  The ad blocks are bright white and eye-catching (distracting), particularly at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11524134","quote_1_text":"The moon roof shattered.  Have not even had the vehicle two days yet.  It was fine yesterday (5/26/2023).  Went out this afternoon (5/27/2023) and found the moon roof completely shattered and fractured.  There is a hole near the rear center and fractures covering the entire moon…","quote_2_odi":"11621090","quote_2_text":"While driving normally on the highway, the sunroof glass exploded with no warning or previous signs of wear. After reviewing dash cam footage, determined that it was not caused by foreign object","quote_3_odi":"11545648","quote_3_text":"While driving on a state highway in the Phoenix Arizona area the moonroof glass exploded and shattered. The time was approximately 9:45 PM, the outside temperature was approximately 95*F , interior AC was set to MAX/AC, speed was 75 MPH. There was no indication of an object…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2024,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield spontaneous cracking and fracturing","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689735","quote_1_text":"After about four months of ownership, the windshield suddenly developed a long crack starting from the edge on the passenger side.  There was no major rock strike or outside impact - the crack appeared while the vehicle was parked and quickly spread across the glass","quote_2_odi":"11649553","quote_2_text":"With less than 1,500 miles, I noticed an unexplained crack in the windshield one morning. The crack originated from the bottom with no visible impact and quickly spread. I wasn't event driving it and had not been driving it. Within a week, another crack appeared in an entirely…","quote_3_odi":"11636397","quote_3_text":"STRESS CRACK ON LOWER PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WINDSHIELD.  THE VEHICLE  WAS PARKED WITH DEFROSTER ON IN COLD WEATHER TO WARM VEHICLE.  CRACKED ON LOWER PASSENGER SIDE RIGHT ABOVE DEFROSTER.  I WAS NOT DRIVING VEHICLE WHEN CRACK OCCURRED.  THIS WAS A SPONTANEOUS CRACK ON FRONT…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-airbag-status-light-fail","label":"Passenger airbag status light failing for light occupants","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754998","quote_1_text":"The passenger seat airbag light does NOT always come on when my wife, 93 lbs, sits in the passenger seat. It will come on with someone heavier","quote_2_odi":"11648460","quote_2_text":"The front seat passenger airbag has an amber colored lighted alert indicator on the dashboard that is supposed to change from “off” to “on” when an occupant of sufficient weight is seated in that position","quote_3_odi":"11644733","quote_3_text":"Shortly after purchasing my vehicle I noticed that the passenger airbag illuminated “off” indicator did not switch from “off” to “on” when an individual weighing under 100 pounds occupies the front passenger set in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire following engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755608","quote_1_text":"NHTSA Complaint Narrative — Draft On July 9, 2026, in the evening, my leased 2026 Subaru Outback Touring caught fire while we were driving home. We were stopped in a left-turn lane waiting on a left-turn signal","quote_2_odi":"11741875","quote_2_text":"On June 2 when I was driving home from work on the I 94 Highway in Detroit Michigan I was going about 50 mph when my check engine light went on and within seconds the engine failed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743406","quote_1_text":"Twice in one week I was backing slowly out of my driveway. No cars were in sight and the Subaru slammed on the breaks. The first time tweaked my back as I was looking over my shoulder when it broke so aggresively. I am fine","quote_2_odi":"11719139","quote_2_text":"1.) Lane departure is not operating until way over the line on right side of vehicle. 2.) Collision Warning is going off regularly with no cars in front or behind. Randomly goes off","quote_3_odi":"11666660","quote_3_text":"The Car will not stop if another vehicle is in front of it and I don't hit on the brakes. I have taken it in for this problem more than three times and they put it on the computer and it can not find anything wrong with it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-infotainment-popup-ads","label":"Infotainment pop-up ads during driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701541","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety issue with the satellite radio service in my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11702541","quote_2_text":"While driving, the vehicle's infotainment system becomes unusable due to a pop-up ad for Sirius XM satellite radio","quote_3_odi":"11741691","quote_3_text":"I was driving and an ad for SiriusXM popped up. This has happened before. This disables thr head unit until you press the C button. This is dangerous. Please address with Subaru","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss after electrical system failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732342","quote_1_text":"Trip start: EyeSight, collision avoidance, blind spot, and lane assist all offline; BRAKE indicator illuminated with no brake engagement. Minutes later, airbag warning activated. Dealer service advisor described the dash as \"lit up like a Christmas tree.\"","quote_2_odi":"11736330","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Subaru Outback. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the wheels skidded and the steering wheel seized. In addition, the contact stated that the engine seized. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11696638","quote_3_text":"CRITICAL ELECTRICAL FAILURE - HIGHWAY SAFETY HAZARD 10/23/2025: While driving 2025 Outback (11K miles) at highway speed on I-485 Charlotte, complete electrical system failure occurred without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674725","quote_1_text":"Driving on the freeway at 65 mph, my sunroof spontaneously exploded. The car is less than one month old and no debris whatsoever hit the car prior to the sunroof exploding. It was a sunny day, about 85 degrees and the freeway traffic was light","quote_2_odi":"11684097","quote_2_text":"2025 Subaru Outback was parked in the garage. The high temperature for the day was in the upper 80's. The temperature on the thermometer in the garage was 85. The car had been parked in the garage after the drive home from work for over 3 hours","quote_3_odi":"11752963","quote_3_text":"On May 16, 2026, I was driving approximately 65 mph northbound on the Glenn Highway near Anchorage, Alaska, in my 2025 Subaru Outback Wilderness. Traffic was light, and there were no vehicles within approximately 150 yards of my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2025,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Outback","model_slug":"outback","cluster_id":"outback-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact damage","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":74,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699326","quote_1_text":"Windshield made a very loud bang noise as if something hit it but nothing was observed to hit. After arriving home, I inspected the windshield and discovered a 4 inch straight hairline horizontal crack with no sign of debris impact (no chip, scratch, etc)","quote_2_odi":"11690413","quote_2_text":"Windshield crack suddenly appeared without any known outside trauma (i.e., rock hitting windshield). The crack goes from the base of the windshield next to the wiper blade motor and stretches >10 inches across the bottom","quote_3_odi":"11650376","quote_3_text":"On my second windshield repair, windshield is highly sensitive and prone to cracks and chips, unbelievable / unacceptable for a new car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/subaru/outback","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-adaptive-cruise-control-failure","label":"Adaptive cruise control failure to detect vehicles ahead","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03-28 → 2024-10-05","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618264","quote_1_text":"During any precipitation, primarily rain, the adaptive cruise control fails to sense vehicles in front of it. This became alarming as the vehicle began to speed up and get alarmingly close to the other vehicle, causing driver to slam brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11514133","quote_2_text":"THREE (3) times it did not see the car in front of me and I had to apply the brakes to slow the vehicle down or I may have hit the vehicle in front of me. As mentioned above, this happened in very misty conditions…","quote_3_odi":"11550158","quote_3_text":"My car began to accelerate to the speed which is was set at and didn't detect the car in front which was stopped at a traffic light. I had to quickly apply my brakes to avoid a collision…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-center-console-glare-driver-eyes","label":"Piano black center console trim glare into driver's eyes","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05-29 → 2025-08-23","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682564","quote_1_text":"On the 23-25MY Subaru Solterra there is piano black reflective material plastics on the center console. It is angled slightly and when the sun is shinning through the windshield from directly above the car, such as noon/lunch time. The sun reflects directly into the drivers eyes…","quote_2_odi":"11725788","quote_2_text":"When the sun is at certain angles in the middle of the day, direct sunlight bounces off of the high-gloss plastic trim around the shifting knob directly into the driver's eyes. This is distracting and makes it hard to see the road.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-dc-charging-range-performance","label":"DC fast charging rate and reported range discrepancy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07-04 → 2025-08-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11572031","quote_1_text":"Slow DC charging of Subaru Solterra 2023 at low temperatures is unsafe for toddlers and babies. The battery pack of Subaru Solterra 2023 has a slow charging rate at DC, and with low temperature( 32 F), it becomes even slower…","quote_2_odi":"11680030","quote_2_text":"On one occasion, after charging for 48 minutes at a Level 3 DC fast charger, I gained only 53 miles of range, then lost 17 of those miles in just 2 miles of driving…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-hvac-compressor-failure","label":"HVAC compressor failure and defroster inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:COMPRESSOR","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01-24 → 2026-07-30","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725538","quote_1_text":"four days later, the vehicle made an abnormally loud sound while the HVAC system was engaged. Additionally, the HVAC system became inoperable, and the defroster and defogger were inoperable. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an electrical compressor failure…","quote_2_odi":"11753828","quote_2_text":"July 2026 (132,911 Miles): Only six months after the recall certification, the high-voltage electric compressor suffered a subsequent, total mechanical failure. The servicing dealership confirmed that the closed thermal loop is actively contaminated with metal debris…","quote_3_odi":"11699653","quote_3_text":"Recently received a recall notice on the software and HVAC compressor. Took vehicle into dealership, and they told me my vehicle failed the recall. They said that there were only 7 replacement parts in the entire nation and they were all taken…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-rear-motor-drive-unit-noise","label":"Rear electric motor and drive unit humming or grinding noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11-16 → 2026-05-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735160","quote_1_text":"I had been hearing a humming noise for around a year and when reported to the dealer I was told that the rear electric motor had to be replaced. I had been researching online about this issue and apparently, is something a lot of Solterra owner have gone through…","quote_2_odi":"11707921","quote_2_text":"Was told by Subaru today that the rear drive unit of the rear motor needs replaced already at 50k miles and was not covered under warranty. Upon searching online it appears that Subaru Solterras and the Toyota Bz4x are having multiple users report this issue…","quote_3_odi":"11699626","quote_3_text":"Rear differential has intermittent grinding noise that was confirmed by dealership. Eventually the differential will fail which will cause the car to stop unexpectedly.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-underbody-fender-liner-detachment","label":"Underbody shield and fender liner detachment in water","component_code":"STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09-14 → 2025-01-31","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544506","quote_1_text":"Left and right wheel well liners , front undertray and rear undertray came off while driving at slow speed on a street that had about 8 inches of water during heavy rain. I took the car to the Subaru dealer to get fixed under the guarantee as the car was just 6 months old and 7,553 miles…","quote_2_odi":"11639850","quote_2_text":"Driving vehicle during rain storm at 10mph through standing water approximately 1 foot depth while exiting freeway in San Francisco caused front bumper components to loosen/crack, front fender liners to tear off, thereby exposing the electrical components of the battery drive unit…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2023,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Solterra","model_slug":"solterra","cluster_id":"solterra-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08-14 → 2025-04-21","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11655928","quote_1_text":"Sudden unintended acceleration while maneuvering to park. The acceleration was instantaneous and forceful, that in less than 20 feet of rapid movement the car forced itself over some utility poles laying behind the intended parking spot…","quote_2_odi":"11538316","quote_2_text":"Subaru Solterra - Sudden unexpected acceleration with no ability to brake or steer. Message appeared \"System Malfunction\" Crashed into woods; small trees slowed and stopped car; airbags did not deploy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/subaru/solterra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2026,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Trailseeker","model_slug":"trailseeker","cluster_id":"trailseeker-2026-12v-battery-drain","label":"12V auxiliary battery parasitic drain and discharge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2026-06-14 → 2026-08-16","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751649","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasions, my vehicle's 12v battery has completely discharged presumably from parasitic drain from connected services communications. The first time the 12v was completely discharged was on 6/10/26 following between 24-48 hours of sitting idle without being driven","quote_2_odi":"11749458","quote_2_text":"I purchased my vehicle brand new on June 6, 2026, with only 13 miles on the odometer. After driving home (about 44 miles) and another 10 miles the following day, the vehicle sat for just two days. When I tried to start it, the 12-volt battery was completely dead","quote_3_odi":"11748410","quote_3_text":"The 12v Lead Acid Battery is draining prematurely solely due to the first party Subaru Connected services application.  My vehicle does not have any 3rd party applications, and  yet every night there is a sawtooth drain occurring on the battery bringing it from 12.4v down to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/subaru/trailseeker","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2026,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"Trailseeker","model_slug":"trailseeker","cluster_id":"trailseeker-2026-headlight-oscillation","label":"Headlight unit shaking and beam oscillation while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-14 → 2026-06-14","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743953","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has an excessive headlight unit shaking which causes light beam to oscillate at night time while driving, very distracting and dangerous for upcoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/subaru/trailseeker","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-battery-drain-failure","label":"Battery drains / premature failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11436518","quote_1_text":"Car battery is constantly drained even when car is used every other day","quote_2_odi":"11417670","quote_2_text":"Battery lasted only less than 2 year s","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-clutch-failure-wont-shift","label":"Clutch failure / won't shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11340765","quote_1_text":"SQUEAKY CLUTCH PEDAL AND WHIRRING NOISE WHEN CLUTCH DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"11113173","quote_2_text":"THE CLUTCH KEEPS GOING BAD IN A FEW THOUSAND MILES UNDER NORMAL USE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME ONLY AFTER 2000 MILES. SUBARU TELLS ME I ABUSE THE CLUTCH AND DON'T KNOW HOW TO DRIVE. I HAVE DRIVEN ONLY MANUAL TRANSMISSION CARS, NEVER HAD ANY PROBLEMS BEFORE WITH ANY CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Connecting rod bearing / short block failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11256512","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAD A BRAND NEW SHORT BLOCK WITH APPROXIMATELY 6,000 MILES ON IT, AND SPUN A BEARING","quote_2_odi":"11512930","quote_2_text":"Engine has rod knock present common amongst owners. Short block replaced under warranty at 55k miles. How can a stock engine with synthetic oil changes commonly fail? Flaws","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-headlights-disabled-cold","label":"Headlights disabled in cold weather","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10944404","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS SIDE HEADLIGHT IS RANDOMLY DISABLED. LIKE THE MAJORITY OF OTHERS HAVING THIS ISSUE, MY CAR HAS BEEN IN A COLDER CLIMATE (MINNESOTA) WHEN THIS STARTED OCCURRING. THERE IS NO WAY OF TURNING IT BACK ON. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10689384","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED. STARTED THE CAR, \"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED\" MESSAGE ON DASHBOARD. HEADLIGHTS WERE NON-FUNCTIONAL. THIS WAS IN VERY COLD WEATHER, APPROXIMATELY -10F","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-rust-structure","label":"Rust on trunk and door frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11413827","quote_1_text":"RUST IS ON THE INSIDE OF THE TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11402544","quote_2_text":"RUST APPEARING ON DOOR(S) FRAME INSIDE NEAR WEATHER STRIP, BUBBLING OUTWARDS AND SHOWING OUTSIDE ON B-PILLAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-sunroof-shatters-while-driving","label":"Sunroof shatters while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11098988","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED","quote_2_odi":"11204879","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY ON MY WAY TO WORK NOT FOLLOWING ANYONE CLOSELY. I DID NOT GO UNDER ANY OVERPASSES OR TREES AND I HAD MY SUNROOF CLOSED WITH THE SHADE VISOR OPEN AT THE TIME","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2015-turbo-intake-rough-idle-stall","label":"Turbocharger intake crack causing rough idle/stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11442284","quote_1_text":"Turbocharger intake cracked and causes the engine to have an extremely rough idle and stall. My vehicle has the same issue as NHTSA campaign number 16V16200 however it was manufactured before April 10th 2015 so it is not included in that recall","quote_2_odi":"11289668","quote_2_text":"THE RPM DROP AND THE ENGINE STALLS, BUT NO CHECK ENGINE LIGHTS COME ON. IT ONLY HAPPENS IN FIRST GEAR, FROM WHAT I'VE NOTICED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and no-start while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11444185","quote_1_text":"2016 WRX drains its battery while the vehicle is turned off. After 3 days of being outside in 20-40 degree Fahrenheit weather, the battery was completely flat and would not start. This has happened 2 winters in a row now","quote_2_odi":"11448307","quote_2_text":"Several batteries that have died prematurely, last one only 2 months since last use. Vehicle has refused to start on several occasions, despite the battery being okay. Suspect issues with controller area network","quote_3_odi":"11499555","quote_3_text":"recurring battery drain, which has happened before. subaru dealer replaced the battery for the same reason less than 2 years ago. now it needs it again. car is inoperable as is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and transmission engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10809226","quote_1_text":"I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE CLUTCH/TRANSMISSION IN MY 2016 WRX AT 580 MILES. I WAS EXITING A HIGHWAY AND PULLED THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF 6TH. AS I WAS ABOUT TO SHIFT INTO 3RD TO GO THROUGH THE INTERSECTION I WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT INTO ANY GEAR (STUCK IN NEUTRAL) WITH THE","quote_2_odi":"10945142","quote_2_text":"MY COMPLAINT PERTAINS TO MY 2016 SUBARU WRX CLUTCH. THE CLUTCH STOPPED WORKING AFTER APPROXIMATELY 14,000 MILES AND 15 MONTHS OF OWNERSHIP. THE DEALERSHIP AND SUBARU OF AMERICA HAVE JUDGED THIS TO BE REGULAR USER WEAR AND TEAR AND ARE NOT COVERING IT UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11521395","quote_3_text":"While driving, the clutch became stiff and unusable. Ultimately the car could not be shifted resulting in using a lower gear than normal to limp the car to safety. The car had to be towed to a mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-headlights-disabled","label":"Headlights disabled while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11446318","quote_1_text":"While driving in below zero temperatures I received a warning \"Headlights Disabled\" and my headlights were inoperable. I was able to use the high beams otherwise, complete darkness causing an immanent safety concern and potential for financial loss in terms of legality and","quote_2_odi":"11102221","quote_2_text":"OUT OF NOWHERE, THE INFORMATION SCREEN IN THE CENTER OF THE DASH DISPLAYED \"HEADLIGHTS DISABLED\" THE HEADLIGHTS TURNED OFFI FLICKED THE SWITCH ON AND OFF AND IT CAME BACK ON AND THEN ONLY ONE OF THE HEADLIGHTS WERE ON AND THE OTHER WAS OFF AND WOULDN'T COME BACK ON","quote_3_odi":"11081454","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. I KEPT GETTING \"HEADLIGHT DISABLED\" MESSAGE ON DASH, WITH CONDENSATION BUILDING UP ON THE PASSENGER HEADLIGHT, BUT THE HEADLIGHT KEPT WORKING SO I GAVE IT A WEEK AND NOW PASSENGER SIDE IS COMPLETELY OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass explosion while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11574934","quote_1_text":"Driving and a loud explosion, sound, like a gunshot then a ton of pinging. The sunroof exploded and glass flew down my car and chipped a bunch of paint","quote_2_odi":"10909887","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-turbo-engine-defect","label":"Turbo engine performance loss and stall risk","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11516402","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2016 SUBARU WRX (PREMIUM) USED FROM A SUBARU DEALER IN ALBANY, NY WITH UNDER 26K MILES FOR APPROXIMATELY $25K IN 2018. ON A DRIVE IN DECEMBER 2022 I EXPERIENCED HESITATION AND/OR STUTTERING UNDER LOAD OR WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11492009","quote_2_text":"Started having issue with the engine making loud rattle noises and oil pressure was not consistent. Upon further investigating I removed the oil pan and removed the oil pickup. The oil pickup screen was full of RTV sealant","quote_3_odi":"11210266","quote_3_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" TOOK MY CAR TO A LOCAL SHOP BECAUSE IT WAS LACKING POWER AND HAD LOW MPG READINGS. FOUND A BOOST LEAK IN THE TOP INTER-COOLER AND EXPRESSED THAT ALL THE 2016 WRX THAT COME IN THIS HAPPENS QUITE OFTEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2016,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"subaru-wrx-2016-unexpected-stall","label":"Unexpected stall or loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11099429","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AND THE CAR LOST A LITTLE POWER START TO SLOW DOWN TILL IT EVENTUALLY STALLED OUT AND NOW IT STARTS BUT DOES NOT STAY RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11098135","quote_2_text":"AFTER LEAVING WORK AND DRIVING LESS THAN ONE MILE, THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STALLED WHILE APPROACHING A CONTROLLED INTERSECTION. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PLACED INTO PARK AND RESTARTED","quote_3_odi":"10852591","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 2016 SUBARU WRX DOWN A MAIN ROAD AT ABOUT 11PM. I WAS IN 3RD GEAR GOING 30MPH DRIVING STRAIGHT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY CAME TO A GRINDING HALT. I DID NOT APPLY THE BRAKES AND SINCE I WAS ALREADY MOVING FORWARD IN 3RD, THE CLUTCH WAS NOT PRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11697979","quote_1_text":"Going about 55mph, I struck a deer head on. It struck towards the center, but more so on the passenger side. During the impact, no airbags deployed, however, based off IIHS videos, it seems likely that they should have.…","quote_2_odi":"11506392","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN. Was hit very hard, approximately at 70mph, on rear passenger corner of car, hit caused my vehicle to slide and hit the guardrail on front end of vehicle, and no airbags deployed at any point in collision. Airbags are intact.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and repeated battery replacement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11416644","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DRAINED VERY QUICKLY. LEAVING CAR UNDRIVEN FOR 5 DAYS WOULD RESULT IN DEAD BATTERY. TOOK INTO DEALERSHIP DEC 2019 AND THEY TESTED THE BATTERY, AND FOUND THAT BATTERY WAS BAD!AND REPLACED THE BATTERY.","quote_2_odi":"11435329","quote_2_text":"Vehicle suffers from repeated battery drain issues - continue to replace top of the line batteries in the vehicle because they are constantly draining","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-clutch-throw-out-bearing","label":"Clutch and throw-out bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11315356","quote_1_text":"THROW OUT BEARING GAVE OUT TWICE AT WITHIN FEW THOUSAND MILES IN LESS THAN 1 YEAR. VEHICLE WAS LESS THAN 36,000 MILES. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED IT TWICE. SYMPTOM WAS RATTLING NOISE THAT RESOLVED WHEN CLUTCH PEDAL WAS BEING PRESSED. RATTLING NOISE PRESENT IN GEAR AND IN NEUTRAL.","quote_2_odi":"11478058","quote_2_text":"Premature clutch failure due to faulty clutch release fork and bearings.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing and ringland failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11735991","quote_1_text":"Experienced catastrophic engine failure with no known cause. The car had been inspected and had an oil change 3,000 miles prior to the incident. Thankfully, I had already exited the thruway and was on a quiet backroad…","quote_2_odi":"11501899","quote_2_text":"Engine failure on the highway driving 60mph , Rod bearing failed causing engine to be destroyed (new block , new pistons, new head needed).…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling at idle and low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11500574","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 Subaru WRX that stalls while driving (including at highway speeds) 2 to 3 times every day on my commute to work through the mountains. This has led the vehicle to skid sideways and lose control.…","quote_2_odi":"11122881","quote_2_text":"STALLING. I HAVE A 2017 SUBARU WRX CVT. I WAS AT A RED LIGHT AND THE CAR IDLED HARD AND STALLED, AGAIN THIS IS A CVT NOT A MANUAL.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11297868","quote_1_text":"I RECENTLY EXPERIENCED A STEERING RACK FAILURE DUE TO LEAKING SEALS ON THE GEAR ASSEMBLY ON MY CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED 2017 SUBARU STI. THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE BOTH IN MOTION ON THE HIGHWAY AND AT SLOW SPEEDS IN A PARKING LOT AND LOCAL STREETS.…","quote_2_odi":"11205234","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN AND WAS UNCONTROLLABLE. THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, BUT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESPOND. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-reverse-light-camera-failure","label":"Reverse light and backup camera inoperative","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11506925","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Subaru WRX. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse, the rear-view camera and the back-up lights failed to operate as needed. There was no warning light illuminated.…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2017,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11387250","quote_1_text":"I WENT TO START MY CAR AND DISCOVERED THAT MY WINDSHIELD CRACKED DIRECTLY IN THE MIDDLE OF THE WINDSHIELD, THERE ISN'T A CHIP OR ANYTHING INDICATING THAT SOMETHING HIT THE WINDSHIELD. IT WAS A U SHAPED CRACK DIRECTLY IN THE MIDDLE.…","quote_2_odi":"11325529","quote_2_text":"I PARKED MY CAR IN THE DRIVEWAY AFTER WORK WITHOUT A CRACKED WINDSHIELD. I WENT TO GO TO WORK IN THE MORNING WITH A CRACKED WINDSHIELD. NO IMPACT MARKS.... IT IS AS IF MY WINDSHIELD SPONTANEOUSLY CRACKED WHILE PARKED IN 50 DEGREE WEATHER.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-acceleration-hesitation-turbo-surge","label":"Acceleration hesitation and turbo surge","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11104249","quote_1_text":"THIS ISSUE OCCURS ON ACCELERATION , MOST NOTICEABLE WHEN MERGING ONTO FREEWAY FROM ON RAMP 1/2 THROTTLE , THE VEHICLE STARTS TO ACCELERATE NORMAL THEN HITS AROUND 4200 RPM AND THE BOOST GAUGE GOES NUTS FLUCTUATING UP AND DOWN AND THE VEHICLE LOOSES POWER , HESITATES…","quote_2_odi":"11674850","quote_2_text":"When accelerating from a stop, the car is having trouble accelerating despite having the accelerator fully depressed. The engine sounds like it is roaring, but hardly any power is being produced…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11446144","quote_1_text":"Battery dies and vehicle is unable to start after short periods of being turned off. This has left me stranded in unsafe areas and can pose a major safety hazard. Vehicle has been inspected and no issues found by Subaru dealer…","quote_2_odi":"11446839","quote_2_text":"Parasitic battery drain. Car is rendered inoperable after periods of non use. The batter has been replaced and the problem persists.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-engine-rod-bearing-failure","label":"Engine rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11604876","quote_1_text":"I bought a 2018 Subaru WRX with 61,000 miles, After driving it 6,000 miles with engine spun a rod bearing, requiring a complete engine replacement. This is a vehicle that in the previous 4th generation of the car, it was recalled for this exact issue…","quote_2_odi":"11579828","quote_2_text":"Engine rod knock at 32,000 miles due to bearing failure causing loss of control of vehicle and sudden loss of power and control. Car was logged to be traveling at 35 mph with normal acceleration at time of failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11588847","quote_1_text":"Started car up. Check engine light is on, cruise control flashing. Fuel tank level is flashing. Has gas but the meter is says it’s empty. Took it to a mechanic and they told me it is the fuel pump that’s bad…","quote_2_odi":"11468818","quote_2_text":"We tool the car to the DMV to get the plates and rhey told us the car had a recall. They stated the Fuel pump may fail. However, we were unaware.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-fuel-vapor-odor-cabin","label":"Fuel vapor odor and fuel line leak in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11681878","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchase (within 1 month), a strong raw gasoline vapor odor began entering the passenger cabin, strongest near the driver’s side rear seat and rear wheel well area…","quote_2_odi":"11648026","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing a strong fuel odor both inside and outside the cabin when starting the engine. After several months of experiencing this issue, I recently had my vehicle fully inspected by an authorized Subaru dealership, and they confirmed a critical fuel leak issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-steering-lockup-loss-of-control","label":"Steering lock-up and loss of control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11097999","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE DRIVING AND AFTER SHIFTING THE GEAR, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE JUMPED A CURB AND CRASHED INTO SOME BUSHES. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED…","quote_2_odi":"11033086","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT'S SON OWNS A 2018 SUBARU WRX. WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN AT 25 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WHEEL REMAINED IN A TURNED POSITION AFTER THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO STRAIGHTEN THE VEHICLE. THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND COLLIDED WITH A TREE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-throwout-bearing-clutch-failure","label":"Throw-out bearing and clutch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11340541","quote_1_text":"DEFECTIVE OEM THROW-OUT BEARING AND FORK IN THE SIX SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION COMPLETELY BURNING THE CLUTCH IN 3 MONTHS TO 3000 MILES AFTER REPAIR WITH REPLACEMENT PART. THIS IS COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE IN A BRAND NEW VEHICLE AFTER REPAIR AT DEALERSHIP…","quote_2_odi":"11614223","quote_2_text":"Cluth was replaced at a little over 50,000 miles and throw out bearing failed within 200 miles of the break in period. Took it back to dealer and they found that the throw out bearing was faulty and they replaced it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2018,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2018-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11329882","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A HIGHWAY WHEN THE WIND SHIELD CRACKED ALONG THE MOST SUPERIOR BORDER OF THE WINDSHIELD. THERE WAS NOTHING VISIBLE OR AUDIBLE THAT HAD CAUSED THE WINDSHIELD TO CRACK DURING MY 10 MINUTE COMMUTE. THERE WAS ALSO LITTLE TO NO TRAFFIC…","quote_2_odi":"11386489","quote_2_text":"WOKE UP ONE DAY TO MY WINDSHIELD HAVING A SMALLER CRACK THAT WAS NOT THERE BEFORE. WAS A COLD NIGHT CRACK HAS SPREAD, ASKED SUBARU IF THEY WOULD COVER THE COST THEY DIDN'T BUT ITS A KNOWN DEFECT IN SUBARU","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and failure to start after sitting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11416750","quote_1_text":"THE BATTEREY DRAINS WITHIN A WEEK IF THE VEHICLE ISN’T","quote_2_odi":"11485126","quote_2_text":"Battery cannot hold a charge even after jumping the car. Once jumped, the car will drive but when the engine is turned off, it cannot turn back on without a jump","quote_3_odi":"11519850","quote_3_text":"There is a current drain (approximately 135mA) by the built-in telematics system (DCM) even when the car is completely powered off. The drain will drop battery voltage levels beyond recharge/repair","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or loss of power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11474719","quote_1_text":"I've had two fuel pumps replaced under warranty after the 2nd fuel pump failed hours after the Subaru dealership installed it. They installed the 3rd which worked until a week ago when my car stalled at a red light","quote_2_odi":"11437131","quote_2_text":"The contact stated owns a 2019 SUBARU WRX. The contact stated that while her spouse was driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle started making an abnormal sound as if the engine was sputtering. The driver was concerned that fuel was not running through the engine correctly","quote_3_odi":"11733161","quote_3_text":"fuel pump cut off intermeeting mager loss off power tech at subaru refuse to repair car has 72000 miles on well manetane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-infotainment-screen-lockup","label":"Infotainment touchscreen freeze and lockup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11480522","quote_1_text":"The STARLINK 7-inch Multimedia Plus unit gets locked-up, sometime not responsive to touch, skips around to different songs, in a phantom way scans different radio stations, disconnects phone calls","quote_2_odi":"11340581","quote_2_text":"THE SCREEN FREAKS OUT. IT FREEZES, JACKS UP THE VOLUME SOMETIMES AND JUST FEELS LIKE THE SCREEN HAS A MIND OF ITS OWN. IT GOES BLACK SOMETIMES BUT OVERALL JUST FREEZING","quote_3_odi":"11634458","quote_3_text":"There is what looks to be water spots inside the radio screen causing the radio to malfunction. After reading online this is happening to many cars my same year and the website mentioned a recall for this issue. I have less than 60,000 miles on my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-rod-bearing-engine-stall","label":"Rod bearing failure and unexpected engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11613050","quote_1_text":"With 61,700 miles on the car the engine lost a rod bearing going around a sharp corner on and off ramp of interstate highway","quote_2_odi":"11467539","quote_2_text":"Rod bearing broke on engine at 9k miles, car shuts down. Replaced engine and turbo under warranty. Rod bearing broke again on engine at 38k, car shut down. Both times will traveling on highway posing major safety risk","quote_3_odi":"11268703","quote_3_text":"VERY SIMILAR ISSUES DESCRIBED IN PREVIOUS ENGINE FAILURES REPORTED. NEW CAR, OFF THE SHOWROOM FLOOR, SERVICED ON FREQUENT. THERE WAS A SUDDEN LOUD CLUNKY NOISE AND COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-steering-lockup-while-driving","label":"Steering control loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11715651","quote_1_text":"I'm driving down the road and unexpectedly the power steering completely goes out and the car is almost impossible to steer. When I shut the car off it usually resets sometimes for only a couple seconds, sometimes longer before the power steering fails again","quote_2_odi":"11493131","quote_2_text":"at random, the vehicle will shut down for a second and start back up without pressing the start button. usually occurs while using carplay but has occurred without using the stereo","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2019,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2019-windshield-crack-no-impact","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11387010","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 SUBARU WRX. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE FRONT WINDSHIELD CRACKED AT THE TOP WITHOUT IMPACT","quote_2_odi":"11316531","quote_2_text":"SMALL GLASS CHIP DEFECT OCCURRED IN THE CENTER OF THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD. THIS OCCURRED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY AND SITTING IN A PARKING LOT. THIS VEHICLE WAS ISOLATED IN THE PARKING LOT AND DID NOT HAVE ANY OTHER VEHICLES NEAR IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-ac-compressor-noise","label":"A/C compressor abnormal noise at idle","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11729568","quote_1_text":"My vehicle’s A/C compressor produces a loud, rhythmic “chugging” or knocking noise at idle when the A/C system is off. The noise is excessive and not consistent with normal operation. When the A/C is turned on, the noise changes but remains abnormally loud","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-acceleration-rev-limiter-surge","label":"Intermittent acceleration failure and rev limiter surge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11749460","quote_1_text":"The car has randomly on multiple occasions failed to accelerate then jump forward hitting the rev limiter. This has happened while merging back into traffic including 55 mph roads creating concern for being rear ended and also concerns for hitting vehicles in front when the car…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in front-end collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11526677","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 35 MPH, the vehicle was involved in a front-end collision; however, the air bags did not deploy. The contact stated that there were no illuminating lights. The contact stated that his wife sustained no injuries","quote_2_odi":"11735928","quote_2_text":"My car was recently in a high speed crash with a curb. The axle broke immediately and no airbags deployed followed my the entire engine compartment catching fire","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-eyesight-false-aeb-activation","label":"EyeSight automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11634566","quote_1_text":"During driving, especially when it is cold outside, the Subaru Eyesight Pre-Collision system (automatic emergency braking) can be triggered by exhaust smoke from a vehicle in front of it. The braking system can be falsely activated, which could cause your vehicle to be hit from…","quote_2_odi":"11505655","quote_2_text":"Infotaiment system goes to a blank screen periodicaly. Sound frm radio works but screen is balnk, no way to reset. Wifi updates are up to date. Whenthis happens it disables the eye sight camera causes a safety concern with automatic branking/collision","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-pushbutton-start-freeze","label":"Push-button start system unresponsive after stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11530306","quote_1_text":"The electric pushbutton would not function. I have a standard transmission and I let the clutch out too soon by accident. It killed the engine but the electrical components stayed on, such as lights, interior dash gauge, air conditioning, radio, everything else functioned as if…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2022,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"WRX","model_slug":"wrx","cluster_id":"wrx-2022-rtv-oil-pickup-clog","label":"Excess RTV sealant clogging engine oil pickup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11499913","quote_1_text":"Oil pickup tube filled with bits of liquid gasket/RTV. Caused engine failure from oil starvation at under 4000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11501262","quote_2_text":"Excessive RTV used to seal engine and oil pan is clogging the oil pickup in the oil pan.    Many 2022 Subaru WRX owners have had a technician take off the oil pan to inspect the oil pickup and inside the oil pan.  They are finding lots of Grey RTV as well as black RTV","quote_3_odi":"11514936","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s oil pan has seal is made up of RTV silicone and it seems an excessive amount was placed around the oil pan. I’ve noticed that this has caused some of the silicone sealant to chip off into the oil pan causing it to flow into the oil pick up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/subaru/wrx","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Air bag non-deployment or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11705923","quote_1_text":"I was t-boned on 11/7 on the driver side door of the car. My car is totaled and the airbags, knee and curtain did not deploy and I was hit almost dead on on the B pillar. Unknown if the problem has been reproduced by the dealer.My knee is still hurting from the accident and my","quote_2_odi":"10700854","quote_2_text":"INTERSECTION OF AIRPORT BLVD AND SCOTT ST. IN HOUSTON. BETWEEN 545 TO 6 PM WAS THE INCIDENT. WEATHER WAS PERFECT. BETWEEN 70 TO 75 DEGREES. BRIGHT AND CLEAR CONDITIONS. I WAS COMING FROM THE EAST SIDE OF AIRPORT BLVD TOWARDS THE SOUTH SIDE OF SCOTT","quote_3_odi":"11321873","quote_3_text":"HIT A RATHER LARGE BUMP, NO DAMAGE TO CAR. SIDE CURTAIN AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND SCRATCHED MY NECK PRETTY BAD. I FEEL THAT THE IMPACT OF THE BUMP DID NOT EVEN CLOSE TO JUSTIFY A DEPLOYMENT. I WAS DRIVING AT ABOUT 40MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-axle-cv-joint-failure","label":"Front axle and CV joint failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11141717","quote_1_text":"65000 MILES JUST OVER THE WARRANTY I HAD TO REPLACE BOTH 2 AXELS AND 2 CV JOINTS AND $4000 LATER I AM TOLD WE HAVE TO NOW REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT STALLED OUT SLIPPED WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN ONTO A BUSY ROAD WITH MY CHILDREN IN THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11071994","quote_2_text":"CV JOINT & FRONT AXEL I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY FRONT AXELS TWICE NOW IN MY CROSSTREK. ONCE AT 36K MILES AND AGAIN AT 59K. BOTH TIMES I DIAGNOSED THE ISSUE WHEN I HEARD A CLICKING NOISE ON SHARP TURNS","quote_3_odi":"10781349","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY, WITH ONLY 60,434 MILES (AND ACTUALLY A LITTLE BEFORE THIS), THE AXLE HAD TO BE REPLACED ON MY 2013 CROSSTREK SUBARU. I WAS TOLD THAT THIS WAS DUE TO BAD ROADS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and warning lights","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11466318","quote_1_text":"Transmission failure while driving on highway caused it to suddenly stalled. On restarting engine, car kept jerking and stopping, became undrivable. Only 46,700 miles on the clock. No warning lights, no warning of any kind","quote_2_odi":"11383589","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION VALVE BODY FAILED, SOLENOID 2 FAIL, AFFECTS TRACTION CONTROL, STABILITY CONTROL, ABS, AND HILL START CONTROL. CAUSES TRANSMISSION TEMPTS TO OVERHEAT","quote_3_odi":"11265217","quote_3_text":"I WAS ACCELERATING WHILE MERGING ONTO A FREEWAY WHEN THE ENGINE RPMS SUDDENLY DROPPED AND THE CAR SLOWED WAY DOWN. FORTUNATELY, THE TRAFFIC WAS LIGHT, AND THE CARS BEHIND ME ON THE ON-RAMP AND ON THE FREEWAY WERE ABLE TO AVOID MY CAR AS I PULLED TO THE SHOULDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11138856","quote_1_text":"THE OIL LEVEL WARNING LIGHT WAS ILUMINATED. I STOPPED AND ADDED OIL. THIS IS A CONSTANT PROBLEM WHICH IS CAUSING ME TO ADD A QUART OF OIL ONCE PER WEEK. THE DEALER HAS A FIX BUT ONLY FOR VEHICLES UNDER WARRANTY AND SINCE MY VEHICLE IS OUT OF WARRANTY, I'LL HAVE TO PAY OUT OF","quote_2_odi":"10714178","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 SUBARU CROSSTREK XV HAS BEEN BURNING OIL SINCE NEW. THE DEALER, AND SUBARU, HAVE DONE NOTHING TO HELP FIX THE ISSUE. CURRENTLY ITS BURNING A QUART OF OIL EVERY 2000-3500 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11258670","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINE BURNS OIL TOO FAST. EVERY 800 TO 1000 MILES THE CAR REQUIRES 1OR 2 QUARTS OF OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-ignition-key-stuck-park","label":"Ignition key stuck in park position","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11242865","quote_1_text":"THE KEY GETS STUCK WHEN YOU TURN OFF THE CAR. YOU HAVE TO TURN IT ON AND PUT IT IN GEAR AND TRY AGAIN. SONETIMES IT TAKES ONE TRY AND SOMETIMES UP TO 20. PLEASE HELP","quote_2_odi":"11730297","quote_2_text":"When the car is put in park the key will not come out of the ignition. Sometimes to be removed from ignition. Therefore the key will get stuck. The transmission has to be put back in drive and then back into park for the ignition system to recycle and release the key","quote_3_odi":"11323274","quote_3_text":"OUR SUBARU CROSSTREK RECENTLY HAD A SENSOR ISSUE CAUSING THE CAR TO THINK IT WASN'T IN PARK WHEN IT WAS IN FACT IN PARK. THIS CAUSED THE IGNITION TO NOT RELEASE THE KEY PROPERLY, WHICH MEANT YOU COULD NOT LEAVE THE CAR UNLESS YOU LEFT THE KEY IN THE IGNITION AND DIDN'T LOCK IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-valve-spring-stall","label":"Valve spring failure and engine stall (recall 18V772000)","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11664303","quote_1_text":"THE ENGIN MALFUNCTIONED. MY SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS WAS AT RISK BECAUSE WHEN AN ENGIN FAILS WHILE DRIVING IT CAN CAUSE A SERIOUS CRASH. THE VALVE SPRING WHICH IS LOCATED INSIDE THE ENGIN OF THE VEHICLE DID FRACTURE WHICH RESULTED IN THE ENGIN STALLING WHILE DRIVING AND","quote_2_odi":"11208427","quote_2_text":"TOOK MY VEHICLE IN FOR A RECALL SERVICE FOR THE ENGINE VALVE SPRING. AFTER THE SERVICE WAS COMPLETED AND WITH A LITTLE OVER A HUNDRED MILES DRIVEN SINCE THE SERVICE, MY ENGINE STOPPED WHILE AT A RED. AFTER RESTARTING THE CAR, MY ENGINE LIGHT HAS COME ON","quote_3_odi":"11180298","quote_3_text":"SUBARU SENT OUT A RECALL FOR MY VEHICLE RECALL # WTY-84 IN THE LETTER THEY STATE THAT THE ENGINE MAY STALL WHILE DRIVING AND CAUSING AN INCREASED RISK OF A CRASH. WHEN I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP THEY TOLD ME THE FIRST APPOINTMENT THEY HAVE TO RESOLVE THIS WAS ON FEB 12, 2020","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2013,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2013-wheel-bearing-hub-lugnut","label":"Wheel bearing, hub, and lug nut failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11311734","quote_1_text":"RUMBLE NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT RIGHT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY NEEDED REPLACED. THIS COULD CAUSE THE WHEEL TO FALL OFF","quote_2_odi":"11311736","quote_2_text":"RUMBLE NOISE COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS FOUND THAT LEFT WHEEL BEARING AND HUB ASSEMBLY AND BRAKE BACKING PLATE NEEDED REPLACED. WITHOUT REPLACEMENT, WHEEL COULD FALL OFF","quote_3_odi":"11325667","quote_3_text":"I RECENTLY SWITCHED TIRES FROM WINTER TO SUMMER TIRES. I BROUGHT IN MY SUBARU INTO THE FREMONT SUBARU SERVICE CENTER FOR SERVICE. I WANTED TO CHECK ALL THE NUTS HOLDING THE TIRE ON WERE PROPERLY TORQUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-battery-drain","label":"Battery drain and failure to hold charge","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11465215","quote_1_text":"Battery drains excessively and frequently. Will not hold a charge. Frequently replacing battery only to have it fail","quote_2_odi":"11208292","quote_2_text":"BATTERY DOES NOT HOLD A CHARGE. MY BATTERY NEEDS TO BE REPLACED FOR A SECOND TIME SINCE 2014","quote_3_odi":"10958557","quote_3_text":"THREE TIMES I HAVE SAFELY STOPPED MY CAR TO TAKE A PHONE CALL. I PUT THE GEAR IN PARK AND LEFT THE KEY IN ACC/ACCESSORY POSITION. EACH TIME THE ACC/ACCESSORY POSITION HAS TOTALLY DRAINED THE BATTERY IN 5-10 MINUTES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-cvt-transmission-lockup","label":"CVT lurching and transmission lockup","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11229075","quote_1_text":"I WAS PROCEEDING WEST ON I84 IN MY 2014 SUBARU CROSSTREK WHEN THE VEHICLE SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC INTERNAL FAILURE OF THE CONTINUOUSLY VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (CVT) ASSEMBLY, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF WHEEL ROTATION (WHEELS LOCKING UP) WHICH LASTED FOR ALMOST 2 SECONDS","quote_2_odi":"11427890","quote_2_text":"About 20 miles north of Milwaukee on I-41 Northbound, my wife was driving at 70 mph when suddenly we both noticed a strong lurching from the CVT transmission","quote_3_odi":"10911334","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, ALL FOUR WHEELS LOCKED UP AND THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TEMPERATURE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY. THE POLICE DEPARTMENT WAS PRESENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure from steering column wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10971472","quote_1_text":"FIRST NOTICED MY HORN WAS NOT WORKING, THEN MY IPHONE WAS NO LONGER SINQUED TO THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11245986","quote_2_text":"THE HORN HAS STOPPED WORKING ON THE VEHICLE. DOES NOT MATTER WHAT POSITION THE STEERING WHEEL IS IN OR IF I AM DRIVING OR STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11230240","quote_3_text":"THE HORN ONLY WORKS WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL IS TURNED. IF YOU ARE DRIVING STRAIGHT, THE HORN DOES NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition after shifting to park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11630054","quote_1_text":"Key was stuck in the ignition and left me stranded unable to leave my car. I took the car to the Subaru dealership for them to assess and repair the issue","quote_2_odi":"11568348","quote_2_text":"I started having issues with my car when I could not turn it off -- the key was stuck in the ignition and I was unable to turn the car fully off","quote_3_odi":"11374925","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING AN ISSUE WITH MY KEY NOT BEING RELEASED FROM THE IGNITION ONCE THE VEHICLE IS PUT INTO PARK AND TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-passenger-airbag-sensor-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant-detection sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11298218","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE 'OCCUPANT DETECTION SENSOR MODULE' IS FAULTY. THIS MODULE HAS BEEN RECALLED ON SIMILAR SUBARU VEHICLES RECENTLY","quote_2_odi":"11185483","quote_2_text":"OVERLY SENSITIVE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR. AFTER WORKING OUT SIDE IN THE SUMMER, THE SWEAT FROM A PASSENGERS BODY WILL TURN OFF THE AIRBAG, EVEN IF IT WASN'T MUCH SWEAT","quote_3_odi":"11348449","quote_3_text":"FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG LIGHT (SHOWN NEXT TO CLOCK) WILL PERIODICALLY SWITCH FROM ON TO OFF WHILE THE SEAT IS OCCUPIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering failure and lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11506602","quote_1_text":"Started the car and a warning light came on and the steering froze. I turned it off for the day","quote_2_odi":"11328510","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE'S POWER STEERING FAILED. THE \"COMPUTER\" WAS REPLACED, AND THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVABLE. THEN, WHILE MY DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING, THE POWER STEERING FAILED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10653031","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO LOSE CONTROL AND CRASH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11398174","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH ON A 34 DEGREE DAY ON A CLEAR ROAD, WE HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM THE ROOF","quote_2_odi":"10702055","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE WITH CRUISE CONTROL SET TO 70MPH. HEARD A LOUD POP (SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT)","quote_3_odi":"10725206","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING IN THE HIGHWAY THE SUNROOF EXPLODED. I WAS DRIVING AT 65MPH AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION WHEN I STOPPED THE CAR THE SUNROOF WAS BROKEN AS IF SOMEONE HAD PUNCH IT FROM THE INSIDE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2014,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":107,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10667115","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND SUDDENLY THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A MEDIAN AND TWO PARKED VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10721509","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY OF A LARGE APARTMENT COMPLEX GETTING READY TO PARK AND WAIT FOR AN INDIVIDUAL. THERE WAS A CAR IN FRONT OF ME SO I WAS PREPARING TO PARK WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR WENT FULL THROTTLE","quote_3_odi":"11397033","quote_3_text":"UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE PARKING. APPLIED BRAKES BUT CAR KEPT ACCELERATING HITTING CARPORT COLUMN AT CANCER CENTER BRINGING ROOF DOWN ONTO CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-brake-switch-stuck-park","label":"Brake light switch failure locking vehicle in park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11006108","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE SWITCH FAILED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO BE STUCK IN PARK. SUBARU HAS A RECALL ON THE BRAKE SWITCH, BUT MY CAR IS NOT COVERED UNDER THAT RECALL. RECALL 15V366000. THIS IS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH SUBARU AND THE DEFECT SHOULD BE COVERED","quote_2_odi":"11025480","quote_2_text":"AT 37,801 MILES, THE BRAKE SWITCH COMPONENT FAILED ON MY 2015 SUBARU XV CROSSTREK. THE HILL ASSIST, ABS, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS ALL CAME ON. WHEN I PARKED THE VEHICLE AND SHUT IT OFF, IT REFUSED TO COME OUT OF PARK, LEAVING THE VEHICLE STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11118267","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES WHEN PUSHING THE BRAKE PEDAL THE ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND WILL NOT ALLOW THE CAR TO SHIFT FROM PARK. OTHER TIMES MAY COME ON WHILE DRIVING. THE CAR ONLY HAS 25K MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch after shifting to park","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11255233","quote_1_text":"AT TIMES WE ARE NOT ABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN PARK. WE LOOKED AROUND THE INTERNET AND FOUND THAT SUBARU HAD RELEASED A SERVICE BULLETIN REGARDING THIS","quote_2_odi":"11235335","quote_2_text":"AFTER PUTTING MY CAR IN PARK, MY KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION. I HAVE TO REVERSE AND DRIVE UP AGAIN AND THEN PARK AGAIN, IN ORDER FOR MY KEY TO THEN FINALLY COME OUT. I'M NERVOUS THAT WON'T WORK FOR LONG","quote_3_odi":"11362038","quote_3_text":"KEY KEPT GETTING STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHEN THE CAR WAS PARKED (AND THE SHIFTER IN THE PARK POSITION). THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FROM SUBARU FOR FIVE OF THEIR MODELS. APPARENTLY THE CAUSE IS CONTAMINATION OF THE PARK-RANGE SWITCH INTERNAL COMPONENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-oil-coolant-mixing","label":"Oil leaking into coolant system","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11589391","quote_1_text":"Oil leaking into coolant system. Car has been through several repairs but the problem continues even after multiple repairs of possible source of leakage. Potential hazard or car catching on fire with leaking oil fluid","quote_2_odi":"11465361","quote_2_text":"The car has the temp light come on intermittently and then it never came on again. I opened the hood and a hose from the radiator to the overflow tank was not connected. I brought the car to a Subaru dealer. The technician found oil in the radiator of the car","quote_3_odi":"11413261","quote_3_text":"HEAD GASKET FAILURE, RESULTING IN WATER AND OIL CONTAMINATION. TAKEN TO DEALER FOR SERVICING ON FEBRUARY 12, 2021, AND STILL NOT FIXED AS OF APRIL 21, 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11441045","quote_1_text":"I have owned this vehicle since 2018 and at random times on the highway the engine will lose power and the car will drift to a halt. No warning signs beforehand and this has happened at various stages of highway drives","quote_2_odi":"11242454","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 SUBARU CROSSTREK. WHILE DRIVING 80-85 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE TACHOMETER INCREASED TO HIGH AND THE SPEEDOMETER DECREASED","quote_3_odi":"11051438","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY: I HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR AND A HALF WHEN MY LOW FUEL WARNING LIGHT CAME ON, WHICH MEANT I STILL HAD 70 MILES LEFT UNTIL EMPTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10794433","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE I WAS DRIVING 60 MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. I HEARD A LOUD BOOM, LIKE A GUN FIRING, AND THEN GLASS FLYING EVERYWHERE. GLASS WENT IN MY EYES, ON MY HEAD, DOWN MY JACKET, ALL OVER IN THE CAR, AND ALL OVER THE ROOF","quote_2_odi":"11587329","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway (no overpasses) my sunroof suddenly exploded. when I was able to stop and look at the damage, the remaining part of the sunroof was arched upward. There was no evidence of an object having hit the glass","quote_3_odi":"11561993","quote_3_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded while driving 65mph on highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2015,"make":"Subaru","make_slug":"subaru","model":"XV CrossTrek","model_slug":"xv-crosstrek","cluster_id":"crosstrek-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11073640","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THE CAR TOOK OFF LIKE A ROCKET!.I HEARD THE ENGINE ROARING IT JUMPED THE CURB, SPED ABOUT 15 FEET THROUGH THE GRASS, I SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES, JUST MISSED A TREE, AND THE CAR STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"10934063","quote_2_text":"AS DRIVER WAS PARKING IN FRONT OF HER HOME, VEHICLE ACCELERATED IN RESPONSE TO BRAKING AND RAMMED INTO FRONT PORCH, ABOUT 60 FEET AWAY. DESPITE FORCE OF COLLISION, NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11505163","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Subaru Crosstrek. The contact stated while driving 20-25 MPH and making a left in the roundabout of a residential road, she felt a rear impact and all the air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/subaru/xv-crosstrek","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/subaru"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Grand Vitara","model_slug":"grand-vitara","cluster_id":"grand-vitara-2010-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Airbag warning light triggered by occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10662010","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WOULD INTERMITTENTLY ILLUMINATE WHEN THERE WAS MOVEMENT IN THE SEAT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11171548","quote_2_text":"PREVIOUS RECALL REPAIR BY DEALER IN 2014 (RECALL ID CODE \"VD\") HAS FAILED AGAIN. THIS TIME DEALER WILL NOT GUARANTEE THE WORK PERFORMED SINCE IT WAS DONE ALMOST 5 YEARS AGO. PART ALONE IS $500 (PASSENGER OCCUPANCY SENSOR MAT)","quote_3_odi":"11162114","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT DOES NOT TURN OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/grand-vitara","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Grand Vitara","model_slug":"grand-vitara","cluster_id":"grand-vitara-2010-belt-tensioner-pulley-recall","label":"Belt tensioner pulley recall repair failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, AIR BAGS, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11307570","quote_1_text":"MY MOST RECENT INCONVENIENCE WITH MY SUZUKI RECALL TENSIONER WAS ON 2/5/2020, I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN WHEN MY VEHICLE'S BELT TENSIONER AND DRIVE BELT CAME OFF OF THE RECALL TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY","quote_2_odi":"10557786","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL STATING THE TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY FOR THE DRIVE BELT WAS IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED. THE CONSUMER PAID FOR THE PART AND HAD HIS LOCAL MECHANIC TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PART","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/grand-vitara","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Grand Vitara","model_slug":"grand-vitara","cluster_id":"grand-vitara-2010-headlight-bulb-failures","label":"Headlight and low-beam bulb failures","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11217646","quote_1_text":"THE HEAD LIGHTS KEEP GOING OUT EVERY SIX MONTHS. I KEEP REPLACING, BUT THEN THE GO OUT AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10681649","quote_2_text":"HAVING TROUBLE WITH LOW BEAM HEAD LAMP NOT WORKING HAVE REPLACE BULBS MORE THEN ONCE. OWNERS ON INTERNET ARE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEMS. DEALER WILL NOT FIX PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10538207","quote_3_text":"I WAS LEAVING TO GO TO WORK AT 9:45 PM AND HEADING UP MY STREET WHEN MY LIGHTS QUIT WORKING. I WAS NOT ABLE TO GO TO WORK DUE TO NO WORKING LIGHTS AND HAD TO CALL OUT OF WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/grand-vitara","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"suzuki-kizashi-2010-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Airbag and occupant classification sensor fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11754630","quote_1_text":"Currently have a airbag light on my dash that only goes away for a minute when i hit a bump as well as the passenger seat not detecting there is someone there so their airbag light says its off, no one will help when you call suzuki but they want to keep sending things like fuel","quote_2_odi":"11567905","quote_2_text":"I have received multiple recall notifications for problems with air bag on the passenger side, and a fuel tank that Suzuki says may crack","quote_3_odi":"11450991","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. The contact had received a recall letter regarding the front passenger’s air bag seat sensor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"suzuki-kizashi-2010-cvt-limp-mode","label":"CVT limp mode and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11115222","quote_1_text":"AT HI WAY SPEED THE CVT ENTERS LIMP MODE. YOU CAN NOT ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE DROPS IN SPEED AND YOU MUST PULL OVER AND SHUT THE CAR OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11329141","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE (TCM) FOR THE CVT, THE TCM MAY DETECT AN ABNORMALITY IN THE CVT PULLEY RATIO UNDER AS A RESULT OF THE UNUSUAL MOVEMENT OF THE STEPPER MOTOR","quote_3_odi":"11489992","quote_3_text":"The vehicle goes in the limp mode while accelerating uphill. At one occasion it went into the limp mode and stalled, very unsafe for highway. Turing it off and restarting needed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"suzuki-kizashi-2010-electrical-lamp-display","label":"Headlight bulb and instrument display electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10956523","quote_1_text":"2010 SUZUKI KIZASHI HAS ELECTRICAL ISSUES WITH THE HEADLIGHTS, TURN LIGHTS, AND REAR BRAKE LIGHTS, REVERSE LIGHTS, AND DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS. BULBS BURN OUT CONSISTENTLY WITHIN 6 MONTHS AND MUST BE REPAIRED TOO OFTEN","quote_2_odi":"10809585","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHT BULBS BURN OUT MUCH TOO OFTEN. SINCE 2010, I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR INTO THE DEALER ELEVEN TIMES TO REPLACE ONE OR SEVERAL BURNED OUT LIGHT BULBS. ON ONE OCCASION ALL FOUR PRIMARY BULBS BURNED OUT AT ONE TIME","quote_3_odi":"10365593","quote_3_text":"THE DISPLAY INCLUDING SPEEDOMETER, TACHOMETER, BLINKER, MULTIFUNCTION DISPLAY SHUT DOWN. THIS FAILURE OCCURRED WITHIN A MONTH FROM PURCHASE OF THE BRAND NEW SUZUKI KIZASHI 2010. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"suzuki-kizashi-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Intermittent power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11254583","quote_1_text":"ON JULY 10,2019 PULLED OUT OF A RED LIGHT MAKING RIGHT TURN STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARD TO TURN PULLED OVER TURN ENGINE OFF WAITED 5 OR 10 MINUTES TURNED ENGINE BACK ON STEERING WAS NORMAL, SAME THING HAPPENED NEXT DAY UNDER LOW SPEED CONDITIONS TURNED ENGINE OFF STEERING BECAME","quote_2_odi":"10894328","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A LEVEL COUNTRY ROAD AT APPROXIMATELY 60MPH IN LIGHT RAIN, DURING THE DAY, THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY FAILED. THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT DID ILLUMINATE IN THE GAUGE CLUSTER","quote_3_odi":"11299427","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS LOW MILEAGE. FIRST THE AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WENT OUT. WE CALLED SUZUKI TO SEE IF THERE WAS A RECALL, THEY SAID NO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"suzuki-kizashi-2010-suspension-tire-wear","label":"Premature suspension and front tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11014570","quote_1_text":"REAR SHOCKS FAILED PREMATURELY. THERE'S A LOUD \"THUNK\" WHEN YOU GO OVER A BUMP. SUZUKI ISSUED A TECHNICAL BULLETIN: TS 01 05223","quote_2_odi":"10456090","quote_2_text":"TIRES WENT BAD ON THIS CAR VERY FAST. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY EVEN AGREED THEY SHOULD NOT HAVE BEEN GOING BALD","quote_3_odi":"10442736","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI KIZASHI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT TIRES WOULD WEAR PREMATURELY. THE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE AND PROVIDED THE CONTACT WITH NEW TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2011,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2011-airbag-warning-nondeploy","label":"Airbag warning light and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11361778","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG DEFECT WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING OR THE CAR BEING ON. SUZUKI DEPOT IN SANT ANA CA REPLACED THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION DUE TO A MANUFACTURER RECALL. THE AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT SOON ACTIVATED. I TOOK THE CAR TO A LOCAL SHOP. I WAS","quote_2_odi":"10898117","quote_2_text":"MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING ON A CITY STREET IN MY CAR AND WAS IN AN ACCIDENT. HE WAS T-BONED ON THE DRIVER SIDE AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. HE WAS IN THE INTERSECTION GOING AROUND 30 MPH, I AM NOT SURE HOW FAST THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS GOING. THIS ACCIDENT HAPPENED AUGUST 12, 2016","quote_3_odi":"10523652","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF SIGN ON IN THE DASH BOARD EVEN WITH A 130LB ADULT SITTING IN THE FRONT SEAT. CAR REQUIRED A SHUTDOWN AND A RESTART FOR THE WARNING TO GO OFF. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2011,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2011-evap-recall-incomplete","label":"Evaporative system recall repair incomplete","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10683690","quote_1_text":"WHILE AT IDLE THE SERVICE ENGINE LITE CAME ON. THE FOLLOWING CODE WAS PULLED VIA DIAGNOSTIC TOOL.CODE #456. GAS EVAPORATOR LEAK. THIS VEHICLE HAS HAD THE REQUIRED RECALL PERFORMED. OBVIOUSLY NOT THE FIX FOR THE RECALL PROBLEM. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10638203","quote_2_text":"MY KIZASHI WENT INTO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL NOTICE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V464000 , THE EVAP CANISTER AIR VENT LINE WAS CLOGGED, SO THEY REPLACED. AS PER RECALL NOTICE THE GAS TANK WAS ALSO SUPPOSED TO BE REPLACED, AND DEALERSHIP DECIDED IT WAS NOT NECESSARY !!!! *TR","quote_3_odi":"11390441","quote_3_text":"BEEN TRYING TO GET MY REPAIRS ON MY CAR SINCE JUNE OF 2020 AND WAS JUST RECENTLY TOLD THAT I COULD NOT GET MY CAR REPAIRED DUE TO SUZUKI CLOSING DOWN I CAN NOT GET MY TAGS BECAUSE OF THIS ISSUE THE RECALLS HAS TO BE FIXED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2011,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2011-headlight-bulb-burnout","label":"Low-beam headlight bulb burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11171785","quote_1_text":"SIX MONTHS AGO, I HAD TO REPLACE MY DRIVERS SIDE LOWBEAM HEADLIGHT BULB. IT APPEARS TO BE OUT AGAIN. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN UNUSUALLY SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME TO HAVE A HEADLIGHT GO OUT","quote_2_odi":"10522533","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS HAVE GONE OUT ON 5 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS. SOMETIMES AT THE SAME TIME & OTHERS JUST A FEW DAYS APART. HEADLAMPS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN FIXED AT DEALER SITE. THEY HAVE RUN CHECKS ON ELECTRICAL SYSTEM & HAVE FOUND NOTHING. THEY HAVE OPENED TICKET WITH SUZUKI &","quote_3_odi":"10731592","quote_3_text":"REPLACED DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT JAN OF 2014, AUG OF 2014, DEC OF 2014 AND JULY OF 2015. IT IS ALWAYS THE DRIVER SIDE THAT GOES OUT EVERY 6 OR 7 MONTHS. BECAUSE THE BULB BURNS OUT SO OFTEN, ITS BECOMING A HAZARD TO DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME. I HAVE MADE SURE TO ALWAYS HAVE AN EXTRA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2011,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2011-transmission-neutral-fault","label":"Transmission failure and unintended neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11360355","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND STOP ON A RED LIGHT I HEARD A LOUD NOISE FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE SO PUT MY CAR ON PARKING THE LIGHT CHANGE SO I SHIFT TO DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE STAY (NEUTRAL) NO MATTER WHAT GEAR IT IS THE CAR STAY NEUTRAL . SO I STAY ON THE CAR BECAUSE THE WAS LOT OF TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10871943","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN ATTEMPTED TO START, THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL TO START. IN ADDITION, THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE GEAR SHIFTER IN PARK, THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL BACKWARDS. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIME. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10743983","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2012-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light and seat sensor mat fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11434489","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. The contact stated that the front passenger’s side air bag warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11403820","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING MY 2012 WHEN SUDDENLY THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. THE CODES THAT CAME UP ARE B1084, B1312, AND B1015. THE CODES WERE CLEARED BUT THE B1312 STAYED ON","quote_3_odi":"11170659","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF. THIS STATEMENT LIGHTS UP ON MY DASH BOARD WHEN A PASSENGER PLACES THEM SELVES ON THE PASSENGER SEAT, AND STAYS LIGHT UP UNTIL THE PASSENGER REMOVES THEM SELVES FROM THE SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2012-recall-repair-delay","label":"Recall repair delay and parts unavailability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, AIR BAGS, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11614804","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. The contact had received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V187000 (Seats, Air Bags); however, the contact was informed that the dealer could not repair the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11243751","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI KIZASHI. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF AN UNKNOWN RECALL REGARDING THE AIR BAGS, EXTERIOR LIGHTING, AND FUEL SYSTEM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11486392","quote_3_text":"There is/are recalls on this vehicle regarding the fuel tank and vacuum lines on the fuel filler neck assembly, which causes check engine warnings that indicate \"evap emissions\" readouts, leaks during refills, interior gas fumes, and potential explosions","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2012-steering-suspension","label":"Power steering assist loss and suspension alignment defect","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11297071","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE STEERING LIGHT COMES ON AND MAKES THE STEERING VERY HARD TO HANDLE. VERY SCARY ORDEAL. NOT BEING ABLE TO PULL IN SOMEWHERE TO GET OUT OF THE TRAFFIC HOPING NO ONE HITS US FROM BEHIND","quote_2_odi":"10928065","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON LOCAL ROAD, THE POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON DASH AND STEERING BECAME EXTREMELY HEAVY. SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED FAILURE OF ELECTRICAL POWER ASSIST IN STEERING","quote_3_odi":"10499341","quote_3_text":"MY CAR HAS A DEFECT IN THE SUSPENSION WITH IS CAUSING UNRESOLVED ISSUES WITH THE ALIGNMENT. I PURCHASED MY CAR IN 01/2012 TWO MONTHS LATER I DISCOVERED MY ALIGNMENT WAS OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"Kizashi","model_slug":"kizashi","cluster_id":"kizashi-2012-tcm-limp-mode","label":"Transmission control module failure and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11740982","quote_1_text":"He attends a college 110 miles from home in PA. As the warmer/hot weather came along in 2025, he was experiencing random scary situations of the car just going into \"limp mode\" while driving 70 - 75 mph on [XXX]","quote_2_odi":"11530480","quote_2_text":"On long trips vehicle shuts down and goes into limp mode. It has a very rough idle after restart when it allows you to go","quote_3_odi":"11140846","quote_3_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO THE ON-RAMP OF THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR BEGAN TO REDUCE IN SPEED, AND MAKE A HIGH PITCHED WHINING NOISE WHILE THE RPMS INCREASED, BUT THE SPEED OF THE CAR CONTINUED TO SLOW UNTIL IT STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/kizashi","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"suzuki-sx4-2010-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2013-11","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10552668","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH IN RAINY WEATHER, HE LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE FRONT SEAT PASSENGER SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND SHOULDER. A","quote_2_odi":"10370682","quote_2_text":"STOPPED AT FOUR WAY INTERSECTION, TRAFFIC LIGHT TURNS GREEN VEHICLE BESIDE ME IN RIGHT LANE TAKES OFF, I TAKE OFF CROSSING INTERSECTION A VEHICLE COMING FROM LEFT FAILS TO STOP AT RED LIGHT, HITS ME ON LEFT FRONT CORNER ON CAR (DRIVER SIDE) PUSHES ME, MAKING MY CAR SPIN, WHERE","quote_3_odi":"10357358","quote_3_text":"MY DAUGHTER WAS IN A CAR ACCIDENT DRIVING A 2010 SUZUKI SX4. THE COLLISION WAS WITH A PICKUP TRUCK TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 55MPH, MY DAUGHTERS CAR WAS TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 20MPH. NO AIRBAGS FRONT OR SIDE DEPLOYED. MY DAUGHTERS HEAD HIT AND SHATTERED THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"suzuki-sx4-2010-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Air bag recall part unavailability and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10574673","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED A VEHICLE RECALL NOTICE--13V405000. THAT HERE WAS A DEFECTIVE AIR BAG SEAT SWITCH. I CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD TO WAIT FOR A SECOND LETTER, CALLED SUZUKI AND WAS GIVEN THE SAME RUN AROUND. HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE. IF THIS SWITCH FAILS THE AIR BAG WILL NOT WORK AND","quote_2_odi":"10913972","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 13V405000 (AIR BAGS) AND 11V055000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"suzuki-sx4-2010-tensioner-steering-loss","label":"Belt tensioner failure with loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10564650","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND I HEARD A THUMP. I THEN REALIZED THAT THE BATTERY LIGHT WAS ON, AND I HAD LOST POWER STEERING. THE ENGINE STARTED HEATING UP SHORTLY THERE AFTER. I FEEL THAT THIS WAS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE POWER STEERING WENT OUT. I'M VERY THANKFUL I","quote_2_odi":"10481120","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI SX-4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, SHE HEARD A LOUD NOISE AND THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO PULL TO THE RIGHT, SO SHE ABRUPTLY ENGAGED THE BRAKES CAUSING NJURIES TO HER BACK. THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"suzuki-sx4-2010-tire-pressure-sensor","label":"Tire pressure monitor sensor valve cracking","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2012-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10447935","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 SUZUKI SX4 AND HAVE HAD 2 FAILURES OF THE TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM MONITORS IN LESS THAN 2 MONTHS. BOTH TPSM VALVES HAVE FRACTURES/CRACKS LEADING DOWN THE THREADING OF THE VALVE ALLOWING AIR TO LEAK. THE FIRST FAILURE WAS IN DEC 2011 AND RESULTED IN A FLAT WHILE PARKED","quote_2_odi":"10419640","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2010 SUZUKI SX4 AND IT'S 4 TIRE PRESSURE SENSORS HAVE CORRODED AND SPLIT ON THE STEM. LEADING TO LEAKS AND LOW PRESSURE. MY WIFE WAS GOING TO WORK AND WENT T A TIRE DEALER TO SEE WHAT THE LOW PRESSURE WARNING WAS ABOUT AND THEY FOUND THE CRACKED STEM AND REPLACED IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2010,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"suzuki-sx4-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle speed control surge or unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11118577","quote_1_text":"AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A STOP SIGN, I SLOWLY TURNED THE CORNER TO PULL INTO A PARKING LOT WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO A HIGH SPEED ON THE CITY STREET. I WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE BEFORE HITTING A PARKED CAR. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED - MINOR INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10368347","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI SX4. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD; THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE CONTACT REMOVED THE FLOOR MATS; THE FAILURE CONTINUED INTERMITTENTLY. THE","quote_3_odi":"10323344","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS 2010 SUSUKI SX4. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, HE ATTEMPTED TO ENGAGE THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN CRASHING INTO A WALL AND A THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"airbag-deployment-non-deployment-incidents","label":"Air bag deployment and non-deployment incidents","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11717298","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and the engine was running, the air bags independently deployed","quote_2_odi":"10904649","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE I REAR ENDED A CAR THAT WAS STOPPED AT A LIGHT ON A CITY STREET, SPEED LIMIT 25-35, GOING UPHILL. UPON IMPACT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10764144","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI SX4. WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH TO TURN INTO THE CONTACT'S DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED. THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL NOISE NEAR THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED WITH FORCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"gear-shift-transmission-recall-repairs","label":"Gear shift lever and transmission recall repairs","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11072796","quote_1_text":"RECALL FOR GEAR SHIFT LEVER REPLACED WITH DEFECTIVE GEAR SHIFT LEVER THAT CAN BE BUMPED INTO REVERSE WHILE IN DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"11174811","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI SX4. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE RPMS INCREASED AND THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD. AFTERWARDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD ONLY REACH 20 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10785026","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT FAILED TO SWITCH INTO THE PARK POSITION WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS REPAIRED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN), BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"passenger-seat-airbag-sensor-warning-light","label":"Passenger seat airbag sensor warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10651796","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE CUSHION IN THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SEAT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000","quote_2_odi":"10689842","quote_2_text":"AT 48648 MILES THE DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON INDICATING AN ISSUE. I CONTACTED SUZUKI IN CALIFORNIA AND THEY IN TURN INFORMED ME THAT I WOULD NEED TO PAY TO GET THIS FIXED","quote_3_odi":"11000040","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT SENSOR HAS FAILED TO REGISTER A PASSENGER AND COMMUNICATE WITH THE COMPUTER. THIS WILL CAUSE THE AIRBAGS TO NOT DEPLOY AND CAN SERIOUSLY INJURE THE PASSENGER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2012,"make":"Suzuki","make_slug":"suzuki","model":"SX4","model_slug":"sx4","cluster_id":"power-steering-pump-failure-recall-delays","label":"Power steering pump failure and recall repair delays","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11641336","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 73 MPH, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11267941","quote_2_text":"I WAS NOTIFIED OF A SECOND RECALL (18V-804) OF THE POWER STEERING AT THE END OF 2018 STATING THAT THE POWER STEERING MAY GO OUT UNDER REALLY COLD CONDITIONS. I LIVE IN MINNESOTA, THERE IS NO WAY TO AVOID THE COLD!","quote_3_odi":"10704258","quote_3_text":"UPON ENTERING AN INTERSECTION, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE RESULTING IN A DRAMATIC INCREASE IN THE FORCE REQUIRED TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE. THIS COULD HAVE RESULTED IN A COLLISION WITH OTHER VEHICLES OR PEDESTRIANS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/suzuki/sx4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/suzuki"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-body-trim-detachment","label":"Stainless steel and body trim panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11648928","quote_1_text":"The following day, while driving approximately 75 MPH, the trim piece detached from the vehicle onto the freeway. The cause of the failure was not yet determined, and the vehicle was not repaired.","quote_2_odi":"11642765","quote_2_text":"I was driving my cybertruck on highway, at speed 55mph. the stainless panel on driver side, the one, on top of the windows, suddenly start falling off. This is the first winter for cybertruck. the stainless panel is hard and sharp enough to hit other cars.","quote_3_odi":"11641488","quote_3_text":"Upper passanger trim piece fell off while driving on street, could have hurt another motorist. When new piece was fixed by Tesla service center, I advised them to replace drivers side just in case and they stated they will not be able to until it falls off.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-cant-rail-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Cant rail recall remedy unavailability (25V170000)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11656525","quote_1_text":"Tesla has confirmed in writing that no remedy is available for my VIN, and they canceled my scheduled service appointment due to this. I explicitly requested that my appointment not be canceled because I felt unsafe driving the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11673745","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V170000 (STRUCTURE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded…","quote_3_odi":"11661066","quote_3_text":"Tesla returned my vehicle after performing the recall repair. However, the results are visibly flawed on both sides of the vehicle. One side of the cant rail panel overlaps and is misaligned, while the opposite side is spaced too far apart, leaving a visible gap.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-door-egress-entrapment","label":"Powered door system failure and occupant egress risk","component_code":"STEERING:STEERING WHEEL /HANDLE BAR:YAW/ANGLE SENSOR, STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11695120","quote_1_text":"The operation of the doors was powered by a small battery pack which was no longer operational after the impact. The passenger side doors operate off of that battery. Without power, the passenger doors could not open, trapping the driver and passengers in the Cybertruck.","quote_2_odi":"11694986","quote_2_text":"The right rear door remained mechanically openable, but its ordinary operation depended on low-voltage electronic buttons located inside the cabin and on the exterior pillar. Those buttons failed after the crash. A man tried to rescue the occupants, but he could not open the doors…","quote_3_odi":"11708700","quote_3_text":"At approximately 6:30 PM on January 4, I experienced an incident where the passenger front door unlatched, completely by itself without pressing the unlatched button or pulling the manual release. It has since opened itself again in my driveway.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-fsd-autopilot-crash-loss-of-control","label":"FSD/Autopilot loss of control and crash events","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11747861","quote_1_text":"While traveling approximately 75 mph through a highway curve, FSD suddenly changed to an \"Unavailable\" state. According to Tesla's own accident data, I did not disengage FSD. There was no audible warning, no effective visual warning, no takeover request, no controlled deceleration…","quote_2_odi":"11709210","quote_2_text":"While operating on a public roadway with Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) engaged, the vehicle unexpectedly departed its intended roadway trajectory. Upon recognizing unsafe vehicle behavior, I attempted to manually override and disengage the system using normal driver control inputs…","quote_3_odi":"11643535","quote_3_text":"While driving 49 MPH with the Full Self-Driving (FSD) activated, the destination was entered, and the system announced the direction steps and suddenly the Full Self-Driving (FSD) disengaged independently causing the driver to be required to take control of the vehicle.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-fsd-speed-limit-noncompliance","label":"FSD speed limit noncompliance and default overspeed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718199","quote_1_text":"Since the release of V14, the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system automatically defaults to operating approximately 7 MPH above the posted speed limit. This occurs on all road types, including city streets and highways. When FSD is engaged, the vehicle sets the cruising speed above the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-pcs-ac-charging-failure","label":"Power Conversion System AC charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737729","quote_1_text":"I have fell victim to the now infamous PCS failure. My truck stopped being able to charge from home, and Tesla requires me to use their Supercharging system in order to drive it. I was actually around the truck when it failed and could smell a potent odor of electrical smoke…","quote_2_odi":"11730347","quote_2_text":"All of a sudden car lost all power, steering wheel and brake completely failed, drive train completely failed while the car was still moving. there was no way the car could be controlled to move to the side of the road or to break to completely stop it.. thankfully it coasted to a complete stop.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-recessed-headlight-snow-blockage","label":"Recessed headlight snow and ice accumulation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11640248","quote_1_text":"When driving in a winter storm, headlights quickly become snow packed rendering them useless. This is extremely dangerous driving in any snowstorm at night. The light bar does not provide sufficient visibility at night and also can become ice packed.","quote_2_odi":"11628177","quote_2_text":"The headlight design, being behind and slightly above the front bumper, allows snow to accumulate in front of the headlights while parked and while driving. This prevents visibility in low-light conditions for both the vehicle driver and for other drivers.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2024-windshield-wiper-malfunction","label":"Windshield wiper motor and blade malfunction","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":168,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11636027","quote_1_text":"When any salt or other road debris is present on the windshield, the windshield wiper along with the washer fluid does not clean the windshield. Instead the windshield visibility is worse leading to low visibility. Overall I believe there are two flaws: 1. The wiper does not have enough…","quote_2_odi":"11667797","quote_2_text":"The wiper on the vehicle can not be controlled and set off manually. The auto wipe system repeatedly turns on and dry wipes the glass which reduces visibility for both the driver as well as the camera based safety systems. This is a software bug that has gone unfixed and unacknoledged…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-fsd-autopilot-lane-control","label":"FSD/Autopilot lane deviation and unintended maneuvers","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06-28 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669985","quote_1_text":"the car decided to make an abrupt illegal right turn from a straight only lane after passing the appropriate right merge lane. After which the car swerved illegally into 2 oncoming traffic lanes before briefly missing an oncoming car","quote_2_odi":"11699487","quote_2_text":"The vehicle will consistently pull toward the left side of the lane, positioning itself directly on the left lane line. This feels extremely unsafe, especially when another vehicle is traveling in the lane beside me","quote_3_odi":"11735608","quote_3_text":"While FSD was actived, my cyber truck was driveing on lane 2, it steered to the right on while passing a truck to its right side unsafely. The truck on lane 3 hit my right back wheel, and then it hit another truck on lane 4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-pcs2-electrical-failure","label":"Power Conversion System (PCS2) module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-04-29","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745238","quote_1_text":"PCS2 failure. The PCS2 board manages charging and power conversion. Failures typically start by restricting home AC charging speeds (e.g., dropping from 48A down to 24A) and can eventually result in a complete loss of AC charging and a \"Charging Unavailable\" alert","quote_2_odi":"11734532","quote_2_text":"The Power Conversion System (PCS) in the Tesla Cybertruck is experiencing a high rate of hardware-level failure (specifically the PCS2 module) that poses three distinct safety risks beyond the loss of AC charging","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Cybertruck","model_slug":"cybertruck","cluster_id":"cybertruck-2025-suspension-adas-dropout","label":"Air suspension failure with ADAS system dropout","component_code":"SUSPENSION, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-06 → 2026-01-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709187","quote_1_text":"One to two times per month upon starting my Cybertruck I receive multiple notifications for systems not working including \"Driver Assistance - Automatic Emergency Braking is unavailable\" and \"Steering & Braking - Adaptive ride control degraded/Ride comfort may be reduced.\"","quote_2_odi":"11709502","quote_2_text":"On December 23, 2025, while driving at moderate speed in clear conditions, the vehicle suddenly and uncorrectably migrated off the roadway. Adaptive steering correction, braking intervention, and lane assist failed to engage. At the time of the incident, the display actively…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/cybertruck","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-autopilot-lane-departure-malfunction","label":"Autopilot and lane departure malfunction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11421345","quote_1_text":"The Autopilot system on my vehicle malfunctioned, leading to the vehicle colliding into a stationary road barrier at highway speeds. The vehicle sustained severe damage as a result of the collision and was no longer operable","quote_2_odi":"11559386","quote_2_text":"I had just finished Supercharging my vehicle from 50% to 80% and when I entered the car to drive home two warnings showed up 1. Steering assist was reduced and it might be more difficult to drive; and 2. Lane departure avoidance warning was not working","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-passenger-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11653334","quote_1_text":"There is a warning on my car saying “front passenger safety restraint system fault”. The Tesla service center says the fix requires an air bag replacement and to replace the seat sensor. Does this not impact the safety of the passenger?","quote_2_odi":"11608226","quote_2_text":"My car has been having this issue since it was purchased in 2018. An alert appears on the screen which says, \"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault/Service is Required.\" I had the car serviced four times by Tesla under warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on cruise control or autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11502607","quote_1_text":"The vehicle frequently applies emergency braking when approaching overpasses at night while driving on highways at night at normal speeds. This happens about once per 100 miles or so","quote_2_odi":"11473378","quote_2_text":"Experiencing unexpected braking on freeway while on cruise control. Car brakes for apparently no reason. There is no warning, vehicles in sight, on clear sunny day. Has braked up to 3 times/hr on two different days on road trip","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2017,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2017-rear-glass-spontaneous-crack","label":"Rear glass cracks without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11537263","quote_1_text":"Back windshield spontaneously cracked from the heat","quote_2_odi":"11480467","quote_2_text":"My rear glass cracked. However, there was no damage to suggest an impact of any sort. I looked carefully and saw there was no damage to suggest this was caused by an impact","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-brake-line-corrosion","label":"Corroded brake lines near battery pack","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11706805","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is 7 years old with 107,000 miles. I received a warning regarding low brake fluid with instructions not to drive the vehicle. Dealer is advising all brake lines are rusted out and need replacement. Rusted lines are apparently causing the brake fluid to leak. I've never…","quote_2_odi":"11727777","quote_2_text":"My hard brake lines were corroded and had to be replaced on a 7 year old model 3 with 70k miles on it. The cost was over $4000 as battery has to come out and it's very labor intensive. Tesla offered no help with paying for this. They tried to say the car probably was in a very…","quote_3_odi":"11683439","quote_3_text":"All 4 Brake lines (tubes) from either from ABS or Brake booster pump are corroded and pierced. All brake fluid leaked front center of the vehicle and lost all brake. Brake lines or tubes are looks good from under the front and back tires. It looks like a quality of the brake…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-center-screen-failure","label":"Center display / MCU goes blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11694004","quote_1_text":"The center display (Vehicle Pad) on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 went completely blank while driving. This eliminated access to all vital driving information including the speedometer, gear selection, and safety indicators. Safety Concern: Without visible speed data and wipers the…","quote_2_odi":"11631183","quote_2_text":"I’m not exactly sure what’s wrong, the screen keeps failing on my car. It’s been taken to Tesla to service this issue 4 times. With the most expensive repair costing $2,200. Its poses a safety hazard because when the screen fails. You can’t see anything, speed, gear. You can’t…","quote_3_odi":"11614871","quote_3_text":"The MCU in my 2018 Tesla Model 3 failed after a software update, rendering several key safety features inoperable, including the car’s cameras and Autopilot functions. The vehicle currently has 16,600 miles and had previously received an MCU replacement in 2022. This most recent…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-door-handle-chrome","label":"Door handle chrome trim peeling to sharp edge","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11740487","quote_1_text":"The door handles have a defect. The chrome peels off unexpectedly, outside of normal wear and tear, and may cause a deep cut to a person’s finger. It cut my son’s finger, causing bleeding. After researching, I found online that that this has happened to many other people.","quote_2_odi":"11727386","quote_2_text":"The chrome trim on exterior door handle on driver side failed, peeling back to create a sharp, blade-like edge. When i tried opening the door, it sliced my finger causing bleeding and a trip to urgent care. Aparently many other consumers are facing the same problem. [XXX]…","quote_3_odi":"11703600","quote_3_text":"Hello, I have a Tesla model 3 that I bought back in 2018 . On [XXX] when I sliced my finger while opening the door, because the chrome coating on the door handle started peeling. The cut was very deep ( see attached pictures). I contacted Tesla for resolution and they said that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-front-restraint-ocs-fault","label":"Front seat safety restraint system fault (RCM_a021/a056)","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11688206","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Tesla Model 3 began showing a \"front passenger safety restraint fault\" alert within the last week or so. I scheduled service and then received an estimate of almost $1000. When I corresponded with Tesla through their app, they told me the diagnostic code is…","quote_2_odi":"11608623","quote_2_text":"I randomly received an alert indicating “Front passenger safety restraint system fault” on my Tesla’s display. When I look this up, it indicates that the airbag may not deploy correctly in the event of an accident due to a seat sensor malfunction. When I contacted the service…","quote_3_odi":"11597112","quote_3_text":"Started receiving Error RCM_a056 Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault. The vehicle shows that the passenger airbags are DISABLED after the alert is issued. I am working under the assumption that all passenger airbags (front, side, overhead) are currently disabled at all…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-fsd-steering-collision","label":"FSD/Autopilot lane and intersection navigation errors","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11734072","quote_1_text":"When using FSD in \"chill\" mode the car attempted to cross over into oncoming lane on a two lane highway. There were no oncoming cars and I overrode the car almost immediately. The car has not been inspected by anybody. No warning light, messages or other symptoms. I have a video…","quote_2_odi":"11718114","quote_2_text":"There is no checkbox for Full Self Driving (Supervised): 3 times in the last 4 weeks, my Tesla has become impatient at long red lights and lurches out into the intersection. I am very concerned because one of those times (first time) it did not creep forward, but just took off…","quote_3_odi":"11646940","quote_3_text":"October 12, 2024. I was using the Tesla on autopilot. I was in the far right lane and the freeway was curving to the left. The car was following in the lanes, but then all of a sudden it stopped following the freeway and drove into the right guardrail. There were no alerts by…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-lateral-link-separation","label":"Front lateral link / control arm separation from subframe","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11720800","quote_1_text":"The front lower lateral link (rearward lower control arm) fastener/bolt completely backed out and fell off the vehicle while in motion, causing the lateral link to separate entirely from the subframe. This is the exact mechanical failure described in Tesla Recall Campaign…","quote_2_odi":"11732882","quote_2_text":"The front lateral links, compliance links, and stabilizer bar link on my 2018 Tesla Model 3 Long Range failed and required replacement in January 2026. Prior to failure, abnormal creaking and clunking noise from the front suspension began appearing weeks before the repair — no…","quote_3_odi":"11624726","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated that while making a right turn, there was a loud bang, and the vehicle came to a stop. The contact stated that the bolt left lateral link on the suspension was hanging with the bolt detached and the second bolt missing…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-pcs-charging-failure","label":"Power Conversion System failure limiting AC charging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11656795","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Model 3 recently started experiencing issues during AC charging where I’m only able to use 16A out of the 48A available from my Tesla mobile connector charger at home. The specific error warning and error I’m seeing says “PCS_a019 Power grid or vehicle issue limiting AC…","quote_2_odi":"11655709","quote_2_text":"Power Conversion System (PCS) failed Doesn’t allow car to charge. Car has only 33k Miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"11652488","quote_3_text":"1. The Power Conversion System (PCS), still in the vehicle and not available for inspection 2. 2 of the 3 controllers have failed, resulting in limited AC charging (16A out of 48A max). The PCS helps regulate AC and DC electricity and connects the 12V batter to the HV battery…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2018,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2018-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected braking with cruise control or Autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 975 total)","source_complaint_count":975,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11728570","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this report to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding a recurring safety issue with my 2018 Tesla Model 3 involving unintended “phantom braking.” On multiple occasions, my vehicle has abruptly decelerated without any apparent obstacle or…","quote_2_odi":"11613360","quote_2_text":"On 9/6/2024 I was driving on I-10 E going about 70 mph in the left lane. I had engaged the cruise control but not the Autopilot because I’ve had dangerous experiences with the Autopilot phantom breaking and misinterpreting cracks in the road as lane markers and dangerously…","quote_3_odi":"11644009","quote_3_text":"Car performed automatic emergency braking on driver's resumption of forward travel from a full stop when traffic light went from red to green. No oncoming vehicles or obstacles were present. Weather was clear and sunny and road was dry.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-control-arm-ball-joint","label":"Upper control arm and ball joint wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11572314","quote_1_text":"The upper control arms on this vehicle are a known chronic issue where the ball joints fail anywhere from 15,000 miles and up. Tesla is charging for this replacement if vehicle has more than 50,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11589928","quote_2_text":"The car is just out of warranty and has been driven about 62,000KM. The suspension and both frond and back control arms started to squeak badly during low speed driven, turning, back-in etc.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking with cruise control engaged","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11453686","quote_1_text":"going down the highway (I75) and at a certain exit north of Sarasota FL the car just randomly and unexpectedly brakes (phantom braking) No cars around, just straight highway Has happened several times in this spot and also other spots","quote_2_odi":"11497856","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking is occurring regularly on a road trip from CA to LA. It has happened on clear roads with sunny conditions and no obstructions as well as in shadowy or dark conditions. It only occurs with cruise control on.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2019,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2019-seat-belt-restraint-fault","label":"Seat belt restraint system fault code","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":604,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11617330","quote_1_text":"Driver Seat belt system(Front left safety restraint system fault) Error code: RCM_a021 with this error, there is a message/symbol showing as no air bag available on driver side. error message has been showing for a week now.","quote_2_odi":"11673846","quote_2_text":"Seatbelt pre-tension system fault (RCM_a021). Can be cleared by adjusting seats sometimes, but remains constant at my current seat configuration.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-12v-power-door-egress","label":"12V power loss and door egress","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11708507","quote_1_text":"After loading our two children ages 2 and 5 in to vehicle and securing in car seats, the car doors were closed and would not reopen. The children were unable to open the doors themselves. The trunk and other entries did not open. There was no obvious way to open the doors or the…","quote_2_odi":"11678986","quote_2_text":"Essentially, I find the lack of emergency, unpowered door release for the back doors a little concerning. There is no way to open the door in the event that all power to the door latch fails. Even in newer models (at least of 3/Y/Cybertruck, that i know of) the emergency release…","quote_3_odi":"11634058","quote_3_text":"Tesla Model 3 vehicles, including mine, manufactured before the 2024 \"highland\" vehicle refresh, do not have a mechanical latch mechanism for opening the rear doors, in the event vehicle power is lost.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-front-suspension-control-arms","label":"Front control arm and lateral link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11629018","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT CONTROL ARM IS DAMAGED, INTERESTINGLY ABOUT 6 MONTHS AFTER THE WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED. TESLA REPAIR TECH TELLS ME ITS SO COMMON THAT THEY DON'T CHARGE FOR THE REPAIR BUT DO CHARGE FOR THE PART. AS I SIT IN THE TESLA REPAIR CENTRE WAITING FOR IT TO BE FIXED, 3 OTHER…","quote_2_odi":"11711819","quote_2_text":"Vehicle made thunking noise when driving over uneven surfaces such as bumpy roads, speed bumps, or railroad tracks. Diagnosis at Tesla service center showed front upper control arms assemblies (left and right), lower lateral link, and front lower compliance link (left and right)…","quote_3_odi":"11610033","quote_3_text":"While driving I attempted a turn and heard many horribly loud clunking noises and was unable to steer car. I looked under the front of the car and saw the left front tire turned to the left (the right front tire was straight) and there was a piece on the ground which was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-passenger-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11592308","quote_1_text":"An alert stated: \"RCM_a056 Front passenger safety restraint system fault.\" Upon bringing car to Tesla service center, Tesla stated: \"Confirmed concern through vehicle logs. Found vehicle needing passenger ocs retrofit to resolve issue. Customer declined repair.\" They wanted over…","quote_2_odi":"11645041","quote_2_text":"The passenger-side seatbelt system in my Tesla Model 3 (bought Dec 2020) has been malfunctioning repeatedly. The vehicle displays a \"Front passenger safety restraint system fault” warning, even when no one is on the passenger side. This issue has persisted despite multiple…","quote_3_odi":"11610869","quote_3_text":"Passenger seat occupancy sensor malfunction which sometimes turns off passenger airbag even though adult passenger is sitting in the seat. Possible no airbag deployment upon crash. Car was brought into service center and sensor was replaced but same issue popped up again 2 yrs…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-phantom-braking-autopilot","label":"Phantom braking and Autopilot/FSD behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11581449","quote_1_text":"I took delivery of this Tesla Model 3 last month and have been using it often for my commute. Tesla’s “Traffic Aware Cruise Control” is dangerous and has put my life at risk multiple times now when driving on the highway at night. It slams on the brakes as if it is about to…","quote_2_odi":"11602731","quote_2_text":"While driving on cruise control at highway speeds (75-80mph) on I-80 the car braked VERY hard and unexpectedly MANY times. There were no other cars around me, weather clear, road straight. No obstacles noticed to cause this reaction. If a car had been behind me I would have…","quote_3_odi":"11709397","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Information: 2020 Tesla Model 3 AWD (Leased) Full Self-Driving (FSD) enabled Summary of Safety Issue: While Full Self-Driving (FSD) was engaged, the vehicle failed to detect roadside infrastructure and collided with multiple fixed objects, including a route sign board, a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-steering-rack-power-steering","label":"Steering rack and power steering failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11608107","quote_1_text":"Received several \"Steering Assist Reduced\" alerts when stopped in traffic last week, followed immediately by the failure of the power steering after each alert. Power steering resumed after a soft restart. Tried to make appointment at Tesla Service Center last Friday to get this…","quote_2_odi":"11680195","quote_2_text":"Subject: Urgent Complaint Regarding Power Steering Failure in 2019 Tesla Model 3 Hello NHTSA, I am writing to file a complaint regarding a very dangerous situation I recently experienced with my 2019 Tesla Model 3. While driving on the freeway at approximately 65 mph, the power…","quote_3_odi":"11626866","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and making a left turn, the steering wheel seized, and the front passenger's side of the vehicle lowered to the ground and made an abnormal grinding sound, before coming to a stop. The contact stated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 427 total)","source_complaint_count":427,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11674516","quote_1_text":"Experienced sudden unintended acceleration (SUA) while parking the car. Was pulling into a parking spot at a very slow speed, approx 5 mph and the car accelerated to an extremely high speed on its own without any input from me. Tried to brake to stop the car but the car did not…","quote_2_odi":"11560002","quote_2_text":"We had Model 3 with instance of unintended acceleration at the gate of a parking lot. This car was bought in May 2020. On December 6, 2020, she was on the way out of the parking gate and suddenly the car accelerated, hitting the side wall of the gate. The car flew over a two-way…","quote_3_odi":"11634598","quote_3_text":"In a private parking lot, within line of sight and ample time to respond to problem I used Tesla Smart Summon. Instead of taking an obvious route through the parking lot, it narrowly hit a parked car, then proceeded to drive over a parking barrier and into a wooded field towards…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-fsd-autosteer-lane-departure","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autosteer lane departure","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11699513","quote_1_text":"Tesla full self driving software malfunctioned and turned into oncoming traffic lanes instead of crossing over to the correct opposite side of the roadway. This occurred after getting off a on ramp in Ukiah, California around 2am Nov 15, 2025. This could have put others in…","quote_2_odi":"11681396","quote_2_text":"Component/System involved: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems — FSD (Supervised)/Autosteer (Lane Keeping Assistance) and Adaptive Cruise Control. Possible failure to warn/stop (FCW/AEB). Vehicle and data are available for inspection upon request. I preserved dashcam files and…","quote_3_odi":"11620683","quote_3_text":"1. Autosteer/Lane assist failure, yes its available for inspection upon request with Tesla 2. Due to above failure met with a crash which led to severe medical issues 3. The car has been totalled and the car is not functional, waiting on Tesla to inspect and confirm 4. Police…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-hv-battery-charging-failure","label":"High-voltage battery charging failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741063","quote_1_text":"BMS_a079 error. Battery is no longer able to charge. High voltage battery will need to be replaced. Basically rendering the vehicle useless unless the battery is replaced.","quote_2_odi":"11711847","quote_2_text":"The high-voltage traction battery pack has failed twice on my 2021 Tesla Model 3, both times while the vehicle was under the original battery warranty. The failures occurred on: • 08/30/2022 at approximately 15,100 miles • 11/08/2025 at approximately 57,222 miles The exact…","quote_3_odi":"11657017","quote_3_text":"my 21 M3P 27K miles threw BMS_a079 I've never used a supercharger and rarely charge over 80% mostly charging at work on lvl 2 & occasionally at home on lvl 1 vehicle will no longer charge I've tried 2 Button reset and HV disconnect no help. 27k miles seems unreasonable for a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-mcu-computer-failure-ota","label":"Computer failure after software update","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11703590","quote_1_text":"Central computer (motherboard), cameras (front/rear/side), autopilot/auto steer system. Error code: APS_w132. Description of Problem: On or around [XXX], Tesla pushed a mandatory over-the-air software update to my vehicle. Immediately after, multiple safety-critical systems…","quote_2_odi":"11737610","quote_2_text":"Component/System Failure: Total failure of the Autopilot ECU (DAS Computer) and the Front-End Module (FEM) wiring harness. Incident Description: My 2021 Tesla Model 3 (37,000 miles) experienced a catastrophic and \"silent\" failure of the entire vehicle vision suite and all…","quote_3_odi":"11653607","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Info: Make: Tesla Model: Model 3 Year: 2021 Incident Date: April 7, 2025 Mileage: 49,000 miles Component: Electrical System / Software / Powertrain While driving on a public road, my Tesla Model 3 experienced a total system lag and shut down unexpectedly. The screen and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on cruise control and Autopilot","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11737015","quote_1_text":"When using cruise control, there has been 4 times that the car has engaged in “phantom braking”. We were driving on highways going the posted speed limit of 70 mph, when the car suddenly slammed on the brakes and decelerated to less than 30 mph – all four times we were…","quote_2_odi":"11671878","quote_2_text":"While using traffic aware cruise control or autosteer, the car occasionally detects a nonexistent person in the center of the lane I’m driving in, the proceeds to slam on the brakes when no hazard exists. It seems that tire markings in the road and certain lighting conditions…","quote_3_odi":"11628144","quote_3_text":"vehicle constantly phantom brakes while driving. i have reported 100+ incidents thru my tesla \"report bug\" feature. It will read the speed limit sign on the off ramp and slow the vehicle down 20mps abruptly, it will see a car on an onramp and slam the brakes on thinking there…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-rear-door-no-manual-release","label":"No manual release for rear doors","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11699856","quote_1_text":"I am the owner of a 2021 Tesla Model 3 and am filing this complaint due to a significant safety concern: my vehicle does not have manual or mechanical releases for the rear doors; only electronic mechanisms are present. In the event of a total power failure, accident, fire, or…","quote_2_odi":"11706553","quote_2_text":"There is no manual door release for the rear doors. Thus rear passengers are at risk should the electrical system fail in a crash. Tesla should be required to provide a modification that allows rear passengers to manually open the rear doors.","quote_3_odi":"11627119","quote_3_text":"The rear doors in this vehicle have no manual open option in case of a power outage such as a fire or submersion. This is a huge safety risk for back seat passengers, who are more likely than average to be children who could not figure out what to do in the case of an emergency","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-regenerative-braking-loss","label":"Regenerative and service brake loss of control","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677290","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? - ABS, Automatic Emergency Braking, Traction Control, Stability Control failed while braking using the regenerative braking. How was your safety or the safety of others put at…","quote_2_odi":"11676548","quote_2_text":"On [Wednesday, 07/09/2025], I was driving my Tesla Model 3 in rainy conditions when the vehicle suddenly swerved and crashed into a sidewall. The road was wet but not flooded, and I was traveling at a moderate speed. As I lifted my foot off the accelerator to slow down, the…","quote_3_odi":"11665526","quote_3_text":"On [XXX] at approximately [XXX] on [XXX] in Oakland, CA, I was intending to park the car on the street at the curb. As I started to pull to the side of the road to park, the brake suddenly fully engaged, bringing the car to an immediate complete stop. My foot was not on the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-seat-belt-restraint-sensor","label":"Seat belt and occupant restraint sensor faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738583","quote_1_text":"The driver-side seat belt buckle/receptacle failed during normal use. There was no collision, impact, or misuse involved. While using the seat belt as intended, the buckle assembly separated/broke unexpectedly, causing the seat belt to no longer function properly. This appears…","quote_2_odi":"11723723","quote_2_text":"- The rear middle seatbelt became locked and will not unwind or extend. The seatbelt remained stuck in the retracted position, making it unusable. The vehicle and seatbelt assembly are available for inspection upon request. However, Tesla has already fixed the issue, but I feel…","quote_3_odi":"11668094","quote_3_text":"RCM2_a636 Front passenger safety restraint system fault Service is required Passenger airbag turns OFF when a passenger is sitting in it. Error is intermittent and while occasionally turn off and on. Seems like a lawsuit waiting to happen should someone get in a car accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2021-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 640 total)","source_complaint_count":640,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11663381","quote_1_text":"Attempting to park. Slowly inching forward while turning left. Vehicle accelerated. (Sudden Unintended Acceleration: SUA) Vehicle jumped a curb, bounced off a tree, dropped off the curb before comping to a stop. Internet search shows other similar reports; attributed, by Tesla,…","quote_2_odi":"11655429","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model 3. The contact stated while his wife was driving at approximately 29 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated and the front of the vehicle crashed into a tree, where it came to a stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The front driver's…","quote_3_odi":"11621879","quote_3_text":"My Tesla was operating in Full-Self-Driving Beta when it experienced a sudden uncontrolled accelration event. I was driving on [XXX] at approximatley [XXX] this morning. The road speed limit was 40 mph. The car display was correctly showing that the road speed limit was 40mph.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking on Autopilot and cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":191,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":752,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11478862","quote_1_text":"Phantom braking. The car had autopilot enabled and applied brakes to slow down even though there was nothing in front that would have caused a collision. Fortunately there was no vehicle behind otherwise it may have caused a collision.","quote_2_odi":"11524758","quote_2_text":"\"Phantom braking:\" Vehicle has braked Multiple times on the freeway while using adaptive cruise control, when no objects were In the vehicle's path. Typically occurs when driving on curved section of freeway at speeds above 50 mph.","quote_3_odi":"11501739","quote_3_text":"Full Self Driving does not perform as advertised. Will not take Interstate exits, nor will it safely merge into traffic. There have been numerous phantom braking occurrences. This feature has been misrepresented numerous times by Tesla.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2022-steering-wobble-creak","label":"Steering wobble and creaking at low speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":752,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-11","quote_1_odi":"11535735","quote_1_text":"Over the past few days, I have had multiple instances where the steering on the Tesla gives out and starts to wobble and then starts acting normal again.","quote_2_odi":"11632699","quote_2_text":"At low/no speed, turning the steering wheel to the extreme left or right produces a low-end creaking noise as if something is rubbing.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11697029","quote_1_text":"During a major car accident the airbags for my Tesla, Model 3, 2023 did not deploy airbags although other impacted cars had full airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11626141","quote_2_text":"After a collision the screen flashed \"Air bags deployed\". The car then turned on the hazards, called 911 then vented the windows. The issue is the air bags did not deploy at all","quote_3_odi":"11562430","quote_3_text":"I was rear ended and pushed into the car in front of me. My car was totaled and no airbags went off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-brake-pedal-ineffective","label":"Brake pedal application not slowing the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11697065","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s brakes did not work, automatic emergency brakes and collision warning both did not work. I pressed on the brake for about 5 seconds but the brakes did not work, resulting in a collision with the car in front","quote_2_odi":"11622852","quote_2_text":"Despite pressing the brake pedal hard multiple times, the vehicle did not decelerate as expected and ultimately collided with the vehicle ahead. Throughout this incident, no collision warning, automatic braking, or other safety features activated, despite having all safety…","quote_3_odi":"11611655","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while entering a parking lot, the brake pedal failed to respond, the driver was unable to control the steering wheel and crashed into a Ford vehicle and a tree","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-fsd-path-errors","label":"Autopilot and FSD lane and traffic-signal errors","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11726564","quote_1_text":"The Full Self Driving (Supervised) system (FSD(S)) failed by running a red light. Video is available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11746850","quote_2_text":"The car completely missed the red and white gate, and just blew past it, damaging my windshield completely to smithereens and throwing glass all over the car","quote_3_odi":"11578778","quote_3_text":"Tesla autopilot drifted over two lanes and into the side of a semi-truck on the freeway. It was night time but with plenty of light, no rain, and clearly marked lines separating the lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-glass-cracking","label":"Glass cracking without a reported impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725899","quote_1_text":"Mine resulted simply from a heat wave it crack down the middle in a c shape emanating from the top edge of the windshield. No contact evidence and no contact or accident occurred","quote_2_odi":"11567734","quote_2_text":"While driving down the highway at less than 60 mph the rear drivers side window spontaneously exploded. There was no one next to me at the time. Nothing hit the window","quote_3_odi":"11739375","quote_3_text":"The roof glass is unusually susceptible to failing and cracking under minimal impact. A very small item such as a pebble impacted the roof. The glass cracked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking with adaptive cruise control engaged","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11755758","quote_1_text":"Two separate incidents occurred on July 10th and July 12th 2026 involving adaptive cruise control. While adaptive cruise control was engaged my car slammed on the brakes for no reason. There was nothing in the roadway to cause abrupt braking","quote_2_odi":"11564335","quote_2_text":"Repeated \"phantom braking\". With cruise control engaged and zero traffic in front of the vehicle, false readings on the collision detection system will cause strong, sudden, and unpredictable braking","quote_3_odi":"11580882","quote_3_text":"The car phantom brakes constantly (at least every 10 miles) when using cruise control. You will be driving highway speed and the car will slam on the brakes for no reason,, making the cruise control dangerous and unusable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-rear-door-release","label":"Rear doors without manual emergency release","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11725482","quote_1_text":"I discovered that the rear doors do not have a mechanical emergency release. Tesla service confirmed that my vehicle does not include any manual rear emergency door release system","quote_2_odi":"11691405","quote_2_text":"Well to my surprise, there is NO MANUAL REAR DOOR RELEASE in the model 3!!!","quote_3_odi":"11628269","quote_3_text":"Intersection collision with airbag deploy. Vehicle was totaled. Vehicle remained locked. Even after the collision when the doors were closed the vehicle remained locked. Unable to open rear doors from the inside","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-steering-assist-loss","label":"Steering assist loss and pull to one side","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11606441","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel seized, and it became difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle failed to respond while the brake pedal was depressed","quote_2_odi":"11569545","quote_2_text":"We picked up a brand new car and as soon as we drove it off the lot, we noticed that the steering was pulling hard to the right as if the steering wheel were too loose, especially at high speeds on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11570228","quote_3_text":"Steering requires notably more effort to turn left than right, particularly as speed increases, putting vehicle control in question","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model-3-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":415,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-15","quote_1_odi":"11575391","quote_1_text":"I have twice experienced a sudden acceleration when decreasing pressure on the accelerator pedal. It felt like the motor was producing full power. In both cases, I was able to quickly apply the brake which stopped the acceleration","quote_2_odi":"11577455","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle, the vehicle suddenly accelerated independently. The contact lost control of the vehicle, coming to a complete stop after crashing into two poles and veering into a brick wall, where the vehicle briefly continued to…","quote_3_odi":"11685171","quote_3_text":"Three times while driving at low speed and attempting to reduce speed—even while pressing the brake pedal—my 2023 Tesla Model 3 unexpectedly accelerated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-airbag-restraint-faults","label":"Airbag and restraint system faults and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11702355","quote_1_text":"Braman Cadillac sold me this 2024 Tesla Model 3 representing it as \"clean/no accidents.\" In reality, they released a vehicle with a disabled airbag system resulting from a crash that occurred in their inventory…","quote_2_odi":"11692742","quote_2_text":"Airbags deployed on the passenger side from the seat and upper panels. Front airbags failed on both sides. There was also a delayed airbag deployment from the back of the driver seat that only ripped the seat but never deployed fully…","quote_3_odi":"11701498","quote_3_text":"Safety restraint warning in car, unsure of actual issue but warning keeps popping up. Presumed that the seatbelts or airbags would not properly work in event of a crash. Dealer/company says it's a known issue, with other cars needing a fix too…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-forward-camera-fogging","label":"Forward-facing camera internal fogging","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-11 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11638547","quote_1_text":"The front camera that is known as Tesla vision consistently stays fogged up. This creates an issue when using auto-pilot that makes the car beep loudly and disengage auto-pilot putting others at risk if the car disengages and the driver is not quick enough to respond…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-fsd-autopilot-collision","label":"FSD / Autopilot uncommanded maneuvers and collisions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11741100","quote_1_text":"Tesla FSD - My son was driving on FSD on state highway, while on FSD, the car suddenly turned left and hit the concrete barrier and spun out of control. All the air-bags were deployed and car front crashed completely…","quote_2_odi":"11655731","quote_2_text":"While driving with Tesla Autopilot engaged, the vehicle initiated an unexpected and improper right turn at the intersection of [XXX] This maneuver was not indicated in the planned navigation route, nor was it consistent with the legal road markings or signage in the area…","quote_3_odi":"11695128","quote_3_text":"On October 17, 2025, while Full Self-Driving (Supervised) was engaged, the vehicle made an abrupt, uncommanded steering input to the right, causing a collision with a tunnel wall…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-fsd-speed-control","label":"FSD speed profile exceeding posted limits","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699081","quote_1_text":"While driving with FSD engaged and set to standard profile, FSD accelerated to 76mph in a 55 zone. This is on software version 14.1.4. Unfortunately this new update no longer allows you to set your speed while using FSD…","quote_2_odi":"11742280","quote_2_text":"Standard speed profile regularly results in speed up to 73+ in a 55mph zone being selected by the vehicle. Chill mode results in speeds of 58 when traffic is traveling at 65mph…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-horn-rain-failure","label":"Horn inaudibility in wet conditions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11659950","quote_1_text":"The horn on my 2024 Tesla Model 3 Performance becomes severely muted, distorted, or inaudible when the vehicle is wet—especially during rain, which is when a functioning horn is most critical for safety…","quote_2_odi":"11653495","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that whenever it rained, the horn was filling with water that was entering through the grill, and the horn would not function when needed. The contact stated that when the horn had dried out, the horn worked normally…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking during cruise control and TACC","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11650898","quote_1_text":"Multiple instances of phantom braking, car will suddenly slam on brakes without any indication of danger or anything to avoid. This has happened at least a dozen times and we are fearful that it will cause an accident…","quote_2_odi":"11623240","quote_2_text":"About two weeks ago with driver set cruise control, the phantom braking was so severe that it took me down from 75 to around 15 if I remember correctly. The braking was so severe and at the same time self steered to the edge of the road along the guard rail…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2024-turn-signal-button-failure","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button unresponsiveness","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08 (200 of 211 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11622529","quote_1_text":"This model vehicle does not have traditional turn signal stalks, it has buttons on the steering wheel to engage the left and right turn signals. Intermittently, these buttons become completely unable to be pressed, and as a result you are unable to signal turns to other drivers…","quote_2_odi":"11620132","quote_2_text":"Since delivery of my new Tesla Model 3, the haptic turn signal buttons intermittently fail to register inputs despite repeated presses. This issue began immediately and occurs without any warning lamps or error messages…","quote_3_odi":"11667863","quote_3_text":"When driving vehicle over the past month, vehicle turn signals on the steering wheel fail to respond to commands and feel almost as if the controls are locked out by a steering wheel software fault…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-fsd-unintended-steering","label":"FSD/Autopilot unintended steering maneuvers","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727685","quote_1_text":"Tesla Full Self-Driving (Supervised) was engaged at the time of the incident. The vehicle was traveling at low speed on a straight roadway when it unexpectedly initiated a sudden steering maneuver out of its lane toward a roadside structure (outdoor restaurant seating area)…","quote_2_odi":"11631278","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while his daughter was driving 30 MPH at night with Full Self-Driving(FSD) Supervised mode engaged, the vehicle suddenly made a left turn. The contact stated that the vehicle drove over a curb and onto the grass, and the vehicle drove into a residence's…","quote_3_odi":"11698029","quote_3_text":"I was driving on a straight interstate road between 60-70 mph using Full-Self Driving around 4:15pm and there was no traffic in front, behind, or next to me. Suddenly, the car tried to make a sharp right turn that felt like more than an obstacle avoidant move or lane keeping move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-horn-wet-weather-failure","label":"Horn inoperability in wet or snowy conditions","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671587","quote_1_text":"The horn does not work properly when it gets wet. It will either not make noise at all, or it is extremely muffled.  This is a major safety risk. Also, horn is required to work for Massachusetts state inspections. If I bring the car to be inspected on a rainy day, or after a car…","quote_2_odi":"11704947","quote_2_text":"I drove my car today after it snowed a few inches the night before and while I was driving, I tried to press the horn, but there was no noise coming from the horn.  when I went back home I noted that the speaker used for the horn is located near the passenger side wheel well.…","quote_3_odi":"11685290","quote_3_text":"The Horn does not work in the rain. I reported this. they sent a technician to replace it. the issue is not resolved. this is extremely dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Phantom braking events under ADAS or cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677958","quote_1_text":"Automatic Emergency Braking, for no reason, occurred twice while on autopilot.  Driving on a remote interstate, during the day, no one and nothing in front of me (and I had a passenger that can confirm), and suddenly the car rapidly braked extremely hard.  If I hadn't slammed…","quote_2_odi":"11667591","quote_2_text":"I have had this happen twice, once on city streets going to work the car was not in auto pilot and it went from 40mph to 0mph instantly. If there was a car behind me I would have gotten slammed into. The second time, my mother was in the passenger seat and I was on the freeway…","quote_3_odi":"11728314","quote_3_text":"While driving at highway speeds, using cruise control, the vehicle occasionally brakes for no apparent reason with no vehicles or obstacles in the way. The braking is severe and could potentially cause me to be rear ended.   The dealer inspected the vehicle and could not…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-steering-assist-failure","label":"Steering assist reduction or loss","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702267","quote_1_text":"On starting to back out of parking space, i discovered there was no assist for steering, and a high degree of force was needed to turn the steering wheel and guide the car.  This required considerable force. I tried a \"system reboot\" twice to no avail (this is done by holding 2…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model 3","model_slug":"model-3","cluster_id":"model3-2025-turn-signal-button-failure","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button intermittent failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:SWITCH","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":113,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11638799","quote_1_text":"The indicator buttons randomly disable and also disable if the user rests their finger lightly on an indicator button for some number of seconds.  The car is available for inspection on request. Tesla looked at it and said it's \"normal\" and \"expected\" for the buttons to disable…","quote_2_odi":"11695969","quote_2_text":"On my 2025 Tesla Model 3 Highland, the right-turn signal button on the steering wheel fails to activate approximately 25–30% of the time. The issue is random and unpredictable. This has occurred while changing lanes on the freeway and when turning into shopping centers or side…","quote_3_odi":"11656336","quote_3_text":"My car has turn indicator buttons on the steering wheel rather than a turn stalk. I've found that these jam from time to time. What I mean is sometimes when I push the button, it is already 'jammed in' and nothing happens. I have to kind of randomly push around the button a few…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-3","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-battery-range-shutdown","label":"Battery range reduction and unexpected shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11444023","quote_1_text":"I appears that Tesla had capped my battery. I have lost significant range for no reason and they have no explanation","quote_2_odi":"11408600","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY OVER THE HILL THE VEHICLE SHUT DOWN ON ME AND IT WAS 43% ON THE BATTERY AND IT KEEPS SHOWING THE YELLOW ON THE DASH SAYING THAT BATTERY IS OVERHEATING","quote_3_odi":"11468855","quote_3_text":"Both the 12 volt system and High voltage battery system or a component communicating between the two failed. I received a warning message that my vehicle may not restart and within 30 seconds it completely shutdown while driving in the middle of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-drive-unit-failure","label":"Drive unit noise and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11422548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal humming sound detected coming from the drive unit. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11510630","quote_2_text":"The drive unit has water damage from normal driving. The car never went through deep water or was flooded, but the tech at the service center is saying the units are sealed but still can get water in them and corrode","quote_3_odi":"11434069","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the vehicle independently shifted to neutral. An unknown warning light was illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-mcu-touchscreen-failure","label":"Media control unit and touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11330643","quote_1_text":"THE TOUCHSCREEN ON MY 2012 TESLA MODEL S BECOMES UNRESPONSIVE EACH TIME I START THE CAR. THIS DRAMATICALLY LIMITS THE CAR'S FUNCTIONALITY AND REQUIRES A SEVERAL MINUTE LONG RESET PROCESS. THE CAR IS STATIONARY AS IT HAPPENS WHEN I FIRST TRY TO START IT. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11330717","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF REAR VIEW CAMERA. THE MIDDLE TOUCH SCREEN OR MCU QUIT WORKING. THIS IS MY 3RD MCU. THE CAR HAS 41K MILES. THE LAST ONE LASTED JUST OVER 1 YEAR, JUST OUT OF A 1 YEAR WARRANTY. THE MCU CONTROLS ALMOST ALL FEATURES OF THE CAR, INCLUDING THE REAR CAMERA FOR BACKING UP. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11417617","quote_3_text":"In December 2018 our 2012 Tesla Model S experienced a failure that was later identified as part of a recall. Tesla Service replaced the MCU at our expense - a bill that ran to more than $2400","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2012,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2012-suspension-steering-failure","label":"Suspension link and steering knuckle failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11208159","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2012 TESLA MODEL S P85 WITH 90,000 MILES. I NOTICED THE CAR FISHTAIL AGGRESSIVELY WHEN I ACCELERATED A FEW WEEKS AGO AT FREEWAY SPEEDS OF 55MPH AND ABOVE, TOOK IT IN TO TESLA SERVICE AND THEY EXPLAINED THAT I HAD A CRACK IN MY SUBFRAME","quote_2_odi":"10885723","quote_2_text":"NOTICED THIS PROBLEM AFTER I WAS BACKING UP AND TURNING MY WHEELS AND WOULD HEAR A LOUD METAL ON METAL \"CLUNK\" OR \"GRINDING\" SOUND. IT WAS COMING FROM THE FRONT-LEFT SUSPENSION AND WOULD OCCUR CAUSING MY WHEEL AND STEERING TO FEEL LIKE IT WAS SKIPPING","quote_3_odi":"11296639","quote_3_text":"SLOWLY BACKING UP AND REAR SUB FRAME MOTOR MOUNT BROKE. ON A CITY STREET UNDER 5MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle failure to present or open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11718480","quote_1_text":"I have a 2013 Tesla Model-S, I have so far spent thousands on this car for door handle related problems over its lifetime. And Tesla still keeps charging for any door repairs. As of now, the driver side door doesn't open from outside","quote_2_odi":"11526460","quote_2_text":"The driver's side rear door handle stuck open and you can't get door open. This is the 3rd driver's side rear handle for this vehicle. Tesla would not cover the repair","quote_3_odi":"11413453","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S FRONT SIDE DOOR HANDLE FAILED TO PRESENT AND REQUIRED REPAIR. REPAIRED WITH LATEST GENERATION HANDLES. THIS IS NOT THE FIRST TIME A HANDLE HAS HAD ISSUES ON MY CAR (IT IS THE 3RD TIME A HANDLE HAS BEEN REPLACED)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-drive-unit-failure","label":"Drive unit failure from coolant seal leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670366","quote_1_text":"Complete engine failure. Car became disabled and unable to move. Upon investigation, this was drive unit failure due to coolant leaking past the seal. A common issue of Tesla Model S and X with the large drive unit","quote_2_odi":"11459298","quote_2_text":"I was just getting off the freeway, into a business area, and all of a sudden car stopped without any warning, with a quick \"power reduced flash on the screen, unable to move at all","quote_3_odi":"11424468","quote_3_text":"A loud whining noise from the rear drive unit of my Tesla. The car is a 2013 and has 98,000 miles. The rear drive unit was previously replaced in 2015 at 45,000 miles, and has now been replaced again in 2021","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-hv-battery-failure","label":"High-voltage battery pack failure and corrosion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11685191","quote_1_text":"Premature HV Battery BMS Failure After Tesla Replacement – Safety Risk of Fire and Sudden Power Loss","quote_2_odi":"11487136","quote_2_text":"My 2013 Tesla Model S 60 KW didn’t drive on July 2022 and I got a warning on the screen that all electrical systems are shutting down . The car had to be towed to Tesla Service","quote_3_odi":"11485038","quote_3_text":"Battery packs on older Model S are dying WHILE driving. Puts the car non responsive and limp mode. No choice but to try and pull over. No acceleration and car dies","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-mcu-touchscreen-failure","label":"MCU touchscreen and eMMC memory failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":93,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11352878","quote_1_text":"THE MAIN TOUCH SCREEN FAILED WITH LIKELY EMMC FAILURE RESULTING IN NO NAVIGATION, NO BACKUP CAMERA, NO TURN SIGNALS OR SOUND, NO AIR OR DEFROSTERS AND NO WAY TO CONTROL HEADLIGHTS OR OTHER SAFETY FEATURES. FAILURE OCCURRED AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11526128","quote_2_text":"My main center computer touch screen has been leaking a sticky toxic glue for over 5 years. This toxic sticky glue continues to leak all over the interior of my vehicle which regularly needs to be cleaned","quote_3_odi":"11389928","quote_3_text":"BACKING UP MCU FAIL BACKUP CAMERA FAILED ALMOST BACK ON A KID RAN BEHIND MY CAR WHILE I WAS LOOKING DOWN AT A DISABLED SCREEN. DRIVING TO TESLA SERVICE DEPARTMENT MAIN SCREEN FAILED DUE TO COMPUTER CAR CRIPPLED TO MINIMAL SAFETY CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11552752","quote_1_text":"Power steering has failed and the car is dangerous to drive unless you have Arnold Schwarteneggers strength","quote_2_odi":"11442371","quote_2_text":"I lost power steering with 64,850 miles on the odometer. I was told the steering rack ($2750) and the front left body harness assembly ($525) needed to be replaced because of corrosion","quote_3_odi":"11399048","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING RACK MOTOR FAILED CAUSING THE STEERING TO BECOME INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT. TURNING THE WHEELS AT NO OR LOW SPEED TAKES GREAT FORCE AND TURNING THE WHEEL AT FASTER SPEEDS TAKES MODERATE FORCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2013,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2013-suspension-control-arm","label":"Suspension control arm and subframe failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11549906","quote_1_text":"Driving at normal speeds and conditions my rear drivers control arm snapped off and wheel almost fell off , if driving at higher speed could have been deadly","quote_2_odi":"11376939","quote_2_text":"BALL JOINT ON FRONT LEFT UPPER CONTROL ARM ASSEMBLY FAILED PREMATURELY AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES VEHICLE USAGE; SPECIFICALLY, IT SEPARATED SO AS TO CAUSE THE UCA (UPPER CONTROL ARM) TO DISCONNECT FROM FROM THE STEERING KNUCKLE","quote_3_odi":"11467055","quote_3_text":"Component failed: Rear subframe cracked Safety risk: Car not stable to drive at speed, drive unit can twist or flop/drop Confirmed issue w/ dealer who is also manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-autopilot-phantom-braking","label":"Autopilot phantom braking on adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11449988","quote_1_text":"When using Autopilot / TAC cruise control the vehicle sometimes applies the brakes for no reason","quote_2_odi":"11492996","quote_2_text":"My car has severe phantom breaking due to adaptive cruise control. When I use my Tesla's cruise control on the freeway, on a complete flat straight away that has no vehicle in front of me, no sign/bridge in front of me, and no items/object in front of me, my vehicle while","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-display-adhesive-delamination","label":"Instrument display adhesive delamination and leak","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11589771","quote_1_text":"LCD dashboard is bubbling and liquid seems to be leaking within the dashboard screen. In some online research, there are concerns that contaminants can infilitrate the cabin when this happens. The problem seems to be pervasive for cars made by Tesla from 2012 to 2014. There were","quote_2_odi":"11470279","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that the instrument cluster was delaminating and distorted. The contact was unable to see the messages and sensors. The contact stated that the liquid crystal fluid was leaking. The local dealer was not contacted. The","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-door-handle-failure","label":"Retractable door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11636859","quote_1_text":"Drivers door handle failed to operate, occupant was locked out of vehicle, safety of operator was compromised as elderly operator has to climb over passenger and center console to enter drivers area. Problem is ongoing as door handle will not operate at all. Vehicle has not been","quote_2_odi":"11424104","quote_2_text":"The front passenger door handle has not extended for more than 90 days. The right rear door handle was replaced on 3/22/21 and has also failed. Tesla apparently has a giant parts shortage and has thus been unable to replace this door handle for months. All four door handles have","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-drive-unit-coolant-leak","label":"Large Drive Unit coolant leak into motor","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11622039","quote_1_text":"The rotor seal on the Large Drive Units on Tesla Model S and X fail, causing coolant to leak into the drive unit, flooding it and damaging the inverter. This leads to a replacement cost from Tesla for approximately $7 - $8,000. As this is a design failure this should be a recall","quote_2_odi":"11676492","quote_2_text":"Coolant ingress found on second Model S large drive unit in rear. After this leak destroyed my first vehicle, second was checked as a precaution and was found to have coolant leaking into drive unit as well","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-mcu-emmc-failure","label":"MCU/eMMC failure disabling turn signals and camera","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11695537","quote_1_text":"The main touchscreen (MCU1) and instrument cluster on my 2014 Tesla Model S frequently freeze, reboot, or go blank while driving. When this happens, I lose access to defrost, turn signals, backup camera, and speed display. I contacted Tesla Service, but they refused to repair or","quote_2_odi":"11361613","quote_2_text":"LARGE SCREEN STOPPED RESPONDING, TURN SIGNALS STOPPED WORKING. HAD TO PULL OVER AND REBOOT. NEXT DAY SCREEN SHOWED A LOT OF ARTIFACTS AND I HAD TO REBOOT AGAIN TO REMEDY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11414861","quote_1_text":"THE POWER STEERING SUDDENLY WENT OUT WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11600876","quote_2_text":"The steering assist failed while driving. Causing near collision and very difficult to drive","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-suspension-control-arm-failure","label":"Suspension control arm and fore link failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11552027","quote_1_text":"Our right rear lower control arm broke off at the outer end. The wheel and hub dropped and cambered out away from the vehicle and the vehicle could not be driven. Fortunately this occurred entering our driveway at low speed. The car was taken to Tesla and we believe should have","quote_2_odi":"11566620","quote_2_text":"Front control arms left and right FR SUSP FORE LINK ASSY , only the replacement is available for inspection upon request. The safety that was put at risk is unknown. It was repaired by Tesla at my expense. There were no warning lamps, messages the only symptoms was noise, metal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2014,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"model-s-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":365,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11412733","quote_1_text":"2014 TESLA P85. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INTO THE WALL OF THE GARAGE, WHILE HER FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE REAR WALL AND THE FRONT WALL OF THE GARAGE WERE BADLY DAMAGED. THE CONSUMER","quote_2_odi":"11575320","quote_2_text":"On February 11, 2024, as I was entering my house garage at a very low speed, the car suddenly accelerated and hit the wall of my garage, causing damage to the garage and interior of my house. The car was insured by State Fram. It was towed to a shop for repair at which time the","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-display-screen-blank","label":"Instrument cluster and touchscreen blanking while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:VIDEO MONITOR/SCREEN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11499743","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel (screen) goes blank for approximately 5 seconds while driving. This issue happens at random. It has happened while on city streets, the highway, and in parking lots. Because of this issue, I cannot see my speed, the visualization of the car and surroundings","quote_2_odi":"11438038","quote_2_text":"There have been 4 instances of the instrument cluster screen and main information touch screen shutting down while driving the vehicle. First 2 episodes were in Aug of 2021 then twice in Oct of 2021. Episodes were separated by 1-2 weeks. Both screens are blank for approx 20-40…","quote_3_odi":"11423729","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was stationary or while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster screen went blank and was unable to control the vehicle. The contact experienced the failure approximately twenty times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-fsd-autopilot-crash","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autopilot lane or path deviation","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11737104","quote_1_text":"I was in full self driving mode and was travelling North bound 110 freeway transitioning to 405 freeway Northbound. In the right lane. Transition curved left. looked at my speed for a split second and as i looked up we were a split second from hitting freeway barrier head-on","quote_2_odi":"11531626","quote_2_text":"On 10Jul2023, approximately 1:00pm, while traveling southbound on Hwy 69, south of Toll Road 49 in Lindale, Texas, while driving in the right lane and speed set at 75mph, when all of a sudden the car activates the right blinker and - without slowing - pulls into a fairly short","quote_3_odi":"11694506","quote_3_text":"On October 17, 2025, while using Full Self-Driving (FSD) mode on my 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid, the car failed to stop at two red lights within a three-hour period. In each case, the car attempted to drive through the intersection even though the signal was solid red","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-headlight-turn-signal-lighting","label":"Exterior lighting malfunction including headlight flickering","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11580942","quote_1_text":"Passenger side headlight, daytime running light portion, is flickering, approximately 1-2 times a minute. I only noticed this as I parked in a dark garage with my lights on, seeing the light flickering against the wall. There is no warning from my car telling me this is happening","quote_2_odi":"11691415","quote_2_text":"The reverse lights are incredibly insufficient and pose a safety risk when backing up. The lights are so dim, they are virtually ineffective to the point that they illuminate nothing that may be behind the car. This is not a bulb issue as they came from the factory, new, in this…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-phantom-braking-autopilot","label":"Autopilot and cruise control phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11535327","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control has had phantom braking issues from day 1 of ownership (and through every software release from Tesla as I always update when a new one is available). Most of the time it's not possible to identify exactly what triggers the event","quote_2_odi":"11491043","quote_2_text":"Today was at least the 3rd time \"phantom braking\" has occurred. While traveling on I-64 in Virginia, my speed was about 75mph with adaptive cruise control on. Suddenly, the car braked hard, slowing to about 40mph","quote_3_odi":"11453175","quote_3_text":"Third time this has happened on my new Model S Plaid. On Autopilot, the car randomly slams on the brakes when we were driving down the interstate at 70 mph for no reason. There were no other cars around us","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-rear-tire-inner-wear","label":"Rear tire premature inner-edge wear and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11551552","quote_1_text":"The 2021 and beyond Tesla Model S comes installed with camber arms that cause the wheel to be tilted in and thus wears the tire on the inside to the point of wearing out within 6 months. This is a flaw in the building and pertains to all the model S's 2021 and greater","quote_2_odi":"11486856","quote_2_text":"Michelin manufactures this tire specific  for the Tesla Model S plaid vehicle.  This tire wears pre maturely from the 300 rating most times under 10,000 miles causing tread separation on the inner wall.  This specific wear can only be seen once the tire is removed from the…","quote_3_odi":"11645675","quote_3_text":"I have a 2021 Tesla Model S Long Range with rear tire size 295 / 30 ZR 21. Both rear tires are worn so bad on the insides that the cords are showing. These tires were purchased and installed by Tesla along with a wheel alignment under 10,000 miles ago","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-suspension-premature-wear","label":"Front and rear suspension premature component wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11660683","quote_1_text":"4 months after warranty and only 42,774 miles, I am being hit with a massive bill of almost $2,700 from Tesla service in Lyndhurst, OH.   This to correct right and left front end basic suspension issues that should not occur.  Clearly the front end is not designed to handle the…","quote_2_odi":"11636646","quote_2_text":"I purchased my Tesla in September 2021. At 12000 miles, I had to replace both rear tires due to severe inside wear. I replaced them and continued driving, but at 22000 miles, the same issue occurred. Each time, I performed service exclusively at Tesla","quote_3_odi":"11530541","quote_3_text":"The control arm fore links of the car failed after 6000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-yoke-horn-placement","label":"Yoke steering wheel horn button location","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STEERING","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478879","quote_1_text":"The position of the horn button on the steering yoke is problematic. The horn button on the 2021 Tesla model S is operated by the right thumb. This position causes activation problems in various situations. One example is where quick horn use is required, the natural muscle…","quote_2_odi":"11519472","quote_2_text":"The tiny selection on the yoke to sound the cars horn requires me to take my eyes off the road to find it.  This is unsafe. Several times I needed to sound the horn and was unable to in time","quote_3_odi":"11432561","quote_3_text":"The horn button is not safe. The manual says it will honk if you use a flat hand, but it doesn't.   Much more importantly, if you are in the middle of a turn, THERE IS NO WAY TO HIT THE HORN.  It's unbelievably dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2021-yoke-turn-signal-controls","label":"Yoke steering wheel turn signal button operability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":176,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11427096","quote_1_text":"The turn signals are also « touch » only and there’s no way to really know if you have them or not. When turning in a roundabout, the yoke steering wheel is almost upside down and trying to signal is nearly impossible","quote_2_odi":"11432602","quote_2_text":"The right/left turn signals are switches within the left side of the yoke wheel, they are non raised.  I find them extremely difficult to activate reliably, ESPECIALLY IF THE WHEEL IS IN ANY POSITION OTHER THAN HORIZONTAL.   YOU HAVE TO TAKE YOUR EYES OFF THE ROAD FREQUENTLY","quote_3_odi":"11563661","quote_3_text":"Left turn signal button randomly stops working, have to click right signal then left again for it to work. Happens about 2-3 times per week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-door-latch-failure","label":"Doors and latches releasing or opening unexpectedly","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11666652","quote_1_text":"Driver door does not unlock after a trip, with passengers inside the vehicle. Driver is unable to exit the vehicle from the driver door","quote_2_odi":"11648722","quote_2_text":"The manual door release on the front passenger side of my car was released automatically without anyone in the seat. I was the only one in the car","quote_3_odi":"11509924","quote_3_text":"The hood/frunk open by itself. I was driving at around 25 MPH when hood/frunk suddenly opened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-fsd-navigation-errors","label":"Full Self-Driving steering and navigation malfunctions","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11747523","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was being driven northbound in the regular (non-HOV) lanes of Route I-95 under the control of Version 12 of FSD software","quote_2_odi":"11560301","quote_2_text":"The Tesla was driving normally as I was driving through the canyons of Utah at 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11599199","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway utilizing the full self-driving mode. There was traffic and I was behind an 18-wheeler","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking during adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11526512","quote_1_text":"Dangerous Phantom Braking: this has occurred many times including very dangerous situations in high speed interstate hwy settings. The car will slam on the brakes for no apparent reason often with cars following closely behind","quote_2_odi":"11493857","quote_2_text":"Recurring uncommanded FIRM phantom braking for no apparent reason. At risk of being hit from the rear. Driver & passengers frightened & panicked","quote_3_odi":"11475433","quote_3_text":"We experienced between 10 and 15 Phantom braking events on Highway 395 between Carson City and Apple Valley California. We also experienced Phantom breaking a few times during the trip back along Highway 101 in California","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-seatbelt-latch-failure","label":"Seatbelt latch and warning system malfunctions","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11654287","quote_1_text":"The rear seatbelt on the left stopped latching all of a sudden creating a safety issue to ride with family","quote_2_odi":"11543842","quote_2_text":"The drivers seatbelt unlatches by itself, without pressing the release button","quote_3_odi":"11456312","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while pulling out of the garage without the seat belt securely fastened, the audible seat belt reminder failed to engage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-tire-sidewall-wear","label":"Inner sidewall tire wear and tread separation on rear tires","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11488756","quote_1_text":"The OEM Michelin rear tire used on the 2021 and 2022+ Tesla Model S has a serious safety defect which results in extreme wear/tread separation at the inner sidewall/tread junction","quote_2_odi":"11694520","quote_2_text":"Since purchase, I have experienced nine tire-related failures, including four separate blowouts at highway speed, leaving the vehicle disabled on major roads multiple times","quote_3_odi":"11710217","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a recurring and deceptive safety defect involving extreme inner-edge tire wear on my Tesla Model S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-unexpected-shutdown","label":"Unexpected shutdown or loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11625697","quote_1_text":"My Tesla Model S 2022 unexpectedly shut down while parked in a covered garage on [XXX], after I had driven for an hour","quote_2_odi":"11654763","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model S. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and occupied, the message “Electrical System Power Reduce - Vehicle will Shut down” was displayed","quote_3_odi":"11474642","quote_3_text":"This message appeared this morning on my brand 18 day old new 2022 Tesla S I was driving from my home in Santa Monica to LAX, drove about 3 blocks when this message appeared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-windshield-glass-defects","label":"Windshield and window glass cracking and distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11652232","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 5 MPH, the front passenger side window spontaneously shattered without any external or internal impact","quote_2_odi":"11505936","quote_2_text":"Windshield cracked after preheating the car and pulling out of driveway in cold weather. Saw and heard the crack happen","quote_3_odi":"11493538","quote_3_text":"Distortion within windshield. Appears to be manufactured this way. Employee within service center is a typical problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"tesla-model-s-2022-yoke-horn-controls","label":"Horn and turn-signal controls inaccessible on yoke wheel","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":136,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11610870","quote_1_text":"The yoke steering is not intuitive and makes it really hard to instinctively press the horn or use the directionals, without taking your eyes off the road","quote_2_odi":"11583611","quote_2_text":"This vehicle does not have a fully functional horn. To activate the horn, you must press a tiny area located in the upper right part of the yoke. The area to activate the horn is less than 1-inch wide","quote_3_odi":"11463702","quote_3_text":"The horn button is not in the standard place in the center of the steering wheel. Rather, it is a small 1/2” button that must be found and depressed with the tip of the thumb to sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-driver-seat-adjustment","label":"Driver seat adjustment and track mechanism","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07-30 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753375","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat assembly on the vehicle suffers from a critical mechanical and software tracking defect that causes the seat to permanently jam into a mechanical lock, creating an immediate and severe safety hazard.  ​The electronic calibration soft-stops for the driver's seat…","quote_2_odi":"11605362","quote_2_text":"Driver seat will no adjust leaving is in a position too far from the brake and steering wheel and too low to see over dashboard adequately","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-fsd-adas-software-behavior","label":"Full Self-Driving and ADAS software behavior","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12-20 → 2026-06-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743804","quote_1_text":"I feel Tesla has introduced two safety issues with a recent version of software relating to the \"Full Self Driving (Supervised)\" feature.  Issue #1. When disengaging the Full Self Driving (\"FSD\") software, Tesla positions a dialog box over the main center display screen. The box…","quote_2_odi":"11706639","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2023 Tesla Model S Long range using Full Self Driving Supervised and software version 14.2.1.25, the speed control no longer is available and has been replaced by speed profiles. When operating the vehicle on Interstate 77 Southbound around Statesville, NC and…","quote_3_odi":"11687249","quote_3_text":"Without prior incident or warning all ADAS systems stopped working, including adaptive cruise control, AP, FSD, automatic emergency breaking, blind spot warning, forward collision warning, lane departure warning, lane keeping assistance, parking collision warning. There were no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-horn-button-location","label":"Steering wheel horn button placement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:HORN","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2023-01-10 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565296","quote_1_text":"The 2023 Tesla Model S does not have a standard horn on the steering wheel. Rather than pressing on the air bag to trigger the horn like in most cars, Tesla has a small (about the size of a pea) capacitive button on the steering wheel. The button is placed in such a way that…","quote_2_odi":"11583445","quote_2_text":"This vehicle has a flawed design for the horn.  It has been relocated away from the center of the steering wheel to a small section (1\") of a plastic panel on the \"spoke\" of the steering wheel.  It is extremely difficult to locate this spot, particularly in an emergency (what…","quote_3_odi":"11601284","quote_3_text":"The horn on my car is triggered by a small flat electric \"button\" on the right side of the steering wheel.   There is no horn when you hit the middle of the steering wheel.   It is very difficult (and unsafe) to quickly react to a situation when you have to look down to find the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Unintended braking with adaptive cruise and AEB","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07-08 → 2025-12-26","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542504","quote_1_text":"At least 6 times on two different trips, while driving with Adaptive Cruise control engaged, the car randomly and aggressively applied the breaks.   It was so aggressive that if there had been a car behind us, they would definitely have rear ended us going 60+ miles per hour","quote_2_odi":"11595940","quote_2_text":"Driving on straight section of highway at dusk. No autopilot or other features on. Road slightly damp from earlier rain. Driving approximately 60mph. Without me moving my hands or feet then car suddenly slammed on the brakes  and speed decreased to approximately 20mph","quote_3_odi":"11707195","quote_3_text":"Auto emergency braking is occurring when vehicle recognizes leaves as people.  This has happened on three occasions.   It is startling to say the least and a matter of time that I am rear ended due to this.   Service center acknowledged these events but said they can't do…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-rear-tire-inner-edge-wear","label":"Inner-edge tire wear and tread separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11-29 → 2024-11-12","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11558073","quote_1_text":"Both of my rear tires have the inner tread (closest to the center line of the vehicle) separating from the sidewall.  Tesla blames the issue on Michelin because the alignment is within specification, and Michelin blames Tesla claiming that the problem is the rear alignment.…","quote_2_odi":"11580793","quote_2_text":"Took my Tesla S Plaid in for a tire rotation and found out that my Tesla model S Plaid cannot be rotated because the tires are worn deeply on the rear left side, the vehicle only has 12,928 miles on it. The Costco representative say it’s unsafe to drive and the tires need to be…","quote_3_odi":"11624641","quote_3_text":"Driving on freeway when the rear tire tread peeled off the inside tire tread wheel/blow out almost causing an accident. The vehicle pulled hard while driving and almost lost control. The problem has been inspected and confirmed by the Tesla dealer.  The tire warning did alert…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-stalkless-turn-signal-buttons","label":"Capacitive turn signal buttons on steering wheel","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12-25 → 2025-05-16","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615735","quote_1_text":"Tesla removed the blinker stalk and replaced it with capacitive buttons on the steering wheel.   This is very dangerous because the buttons move as you turn the wheel.  To make it worse, they used capacitive buttons that are not raised so sometimes the ONLY way to turn your…","quote_2_odi":"11569741","quote_2_text":"The design of the car which uses turn signal buttons on the steering wheel instead of the traditional stalks creates a critical safety hazard. When attempting to use a turn signal while the steering wheel is turned (which happens when pulling out for circular driveways, making…","quote_3_odi":"11582617","quote_3_text":"About 1 in 20 times, the left turn signal button on the steering wheel does not register a press. Pressing multiple times in multiple places on the left arrow icon makes no difference. If I click the right button and then the left it's fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models-2023-windshield-wiper-controls","label":"Windshield wiper control accessibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12-08 → 2024-09-22","source_complaint_count":111,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11615738","quote_1_text":"There is a design flaw in the functionality of the windshield wipers.  Instead of the functionality being on a stalk like every other car, Tesla decided to make it a 2 step process.   To operate the windshield wipers, you first have to press a capacitive button on the steering…","quote_2_odi":"11578911","quote_2_text":"Driving in a snow storm, and it requires complete visual attention to remain in lane and maintain a safe distance behind car in front. But you also need to manage wipers and defrost controls. Since this car has no console buttons and no stalk controls, adjusting anything…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-ac-fogging-auto-activation","label":"Automatic AC activation causing cabin fogging","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-21 → 2025-02-26","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644996","quote_1_text":"When driving it randomly displayed a message that it’s turning AC on automatically to “prevent fogging” which created fogging and reduced visibility to zero","quote_2_odi":"11644086","quote_2_text":"It randomly turned the AC on automatically “to prevent fogging” which actually caused fogging and panic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-fsd-adas-behavior","label":"FSD and ADAS unintended acceleration or wrong-way driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING:SOFTWARE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01-19 → 2025-02-12","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11642298","quote_1_text":"After updating to FSD 13.2.7 yesterday the vehicle turns left at a particular intersection and then drives on the left side of the road the wrong side of the road. Issue has been present for several versions and has been reported repeatedly","quote_2_odi":"11636970","quote_2_text":"“Full self driving” was sitting at a red light at 5:07 PM and observed a light a block ahead of us turn green and accelerated through the red light with no warning or time to react","quote_3_odi":"11640433","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Tesla Model S. The contact stated that while making a right turn, in self-driving mode, the vehicle began accelerating inadvertently and crashed into the front driver area of the other vehicle. No warning lights illuminated. There were no injuries and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-lane-departure-wheel-jerk","label":"Lane departure system steering override during turns","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-05-24 → 2026-04-20","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623020","quote_1_text":"I have lane departure disabled, am manually driving under 15mph, and use proper blinker but this “safety feature” causes it to “jerk” the wheel and display warnings to the detriment of safety.  This affects the entire fleet and was never an issue before around 2022-2023","quote_2_odi":"11590545","quote_2_text":"I have lane departure, avoidance in lane departure assist both turned off in the settings. Despite this, The alarms are constantly going off (Even when I am not departing a lane). It even overrides my steering inputs incorrectly! 8:28am 5/24/2024 for example, I am pulling into…","quote_3_odi":"11626018","quote_3_text":"3:17pm nov 18 2024 - I was driving manually and pulled into my driveway and subsequently my garage. I had the blinker on. As I went to turn into the garage, I heard three beeps and no message was displayed on the screen. The vehicle also jerked the steering wheel towards the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-rear-door-emergency-release","label":"Rear passenger door emergency mechanical release design","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10-03 → 2025-10-03","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691293","quote_1_text":"The design of the emergency opening (No power to normal opening system) of the rear passenger doors is flawed, unsafe and should never have been approved for production. This rear door emergency opening requires an occupant to reach below the seat, remove carpet and pull a…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-rear-tire-wheel-wear","label":"Rear tire and wheel recurring failures with alignment concerns","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-20 → 2026-04-20","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732580","quote_1_text":"Repeated rear tire and rear wheel failures with abnormal wear and possible rear alignment or suspension-related defect. Tesla service history shows repeated rear tire replacements beginning at about 5,165 miles, a later four-wheel alignment, a right rear tire replacement for…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-steering-wheel-turn-signal","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button usability","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-21 → 2024-07-31","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605696","quote_1_text":"Problem: turn signal based on buttons on the wheel (Tesla removed the stalks) After three months of ownership, I still can't signal in case of emergency, when a fast lane change is required, or when exiting from parking with the wheel turned","quote_2_odi":"11589894","quote_2_text":"Car lacks a turn signal stalk. The turn signal buttons on the steering wheel move with the wheel, making it almost impossible to figure out where to press when the wheel is turned, without taking your eyes off the road. It's not a good idea to take your eyes off the road while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model S","model_slug":"model-s","cluster_id":"models2024-windshield-distortion","label":"Windshield glass optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05-07 → 2024-05-31","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11591841","quote_1_text":"Windshield with distortions causing driving distractions and headaches.  I am on my third windshield with the same problem.  This seems to be a widespread issue in reviewing online forums","quote_2_odi":"11587563","quote_2_text":"My new car has severe distortion of the windshield and the tailgate glass which could make driving the car unsafe by distorting the lane markings, cars and streets, and/or by inducing dizziness. I took the car to Tesla service and was told that the issue is within specifications…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-s","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-12v-battery-discharge","label":"Repeated 12V auxiliary battery discharge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-10-17 → 2024-10-17","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11620318","quote_1_text":"12v Battery is keep discharging in every two to three months. Tesla service can't find issues or not telling me what is the reason. I have got 5 replacements of 12v battery in last one year.  So I think there is a issue in car or bug they are not able to fix it because of…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-frunk-hood-latch","label":"Front trunk hood latch unintended opening","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-12-07 → 2024-12-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11629420","quote_1_text":"Unintended, unexpected opening of front frunk hood while driving slowly in a parking lot into a strong wind gust.   I did not deploy frunk switch and Secondary latch apparently inoperative","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-screen-blackout-reboot","label":"Touchscreen and instrument cluster blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03-20 → 2025-08-26","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11422651","quote_1_text":"Since my delivery date of 12/4/2020 I have had four different times where both of the screens on my Tesla Model X have gone blank.  On two of the occasions the vehicle was parked but on two other occasions the vehicle was being operated at highway speeds on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11408658","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CAR LOST POWER TO ALL SCREENS AND FUNCTIONS SUCH AS SIGNALS AND SPEEDOMETER ALL STOPPED WORKING. THE COMPUTER SYSTEM REBOOTED IN 10 SECONDS. THIS HAS HAPPENED 4 TIMES IN MATER OF 3 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11683268","quote_3_text":"While driving our screen shut down, autopilot and GPS stopped working and the doors would not open. My kids were stuck on multiple occasions and had to climb through the front seats.  Tesla has already confirmed that the Driver Assistance System ECU (Turbo A and Turbo B…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack failure and loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-02-11 → 2026-05-31","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11595384","quote_1_text":"I was driving and the car started changing lanes.   The steering became heavy and I was barely able to move it and required extreme force.  Tesla screen displayed ( steering assist reduced ).  I almost died. I was facing cars on both directions and was barely able to get my self…","quote_2_odi":"11591867","quote_2_text":"The steering locked up and it would not move.  This happened as I was driving on a road at about 35 miles per hour.  I could not steer until I dropped the car speed under 10 miles an hour and using great force was able to navigate the car to safety","quote_3_odi":"11668225","quote_3_text":"My car has 50,000 miles on it and is just over 4 years old.  The steering column has failed causing it to not be able to steer.  The service for this is a new steering column at a cost of over $5,000.00.    The Y models and 3 models had a recall on this issue.  Now it looks like","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-sudden-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration and vehicle speed control loss","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04-02 → 2021-10-26","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11438228","quote_1_text":"My Tesla Model-x went into 'Sudden Unintended Acceleration' mode, went left to right to left in a violent way, picking up speed like a rocket. I applied the breaks repeatedly, but the car did not stop and continued to race on the road for about 0.3 mile where the road takes…","quote_2_odi":"11406053","quote_2_text":"AS WE REACHED THE CHARGING STATION WE SLOWED DOWN THE CAR BY TAKING FOOT OFF THE PEDAL AND WAS ABOUT TO CHANGE GEARS TO REVERSE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND ENDED UP HITTING ONE OF THE CHARGING STATIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-suspension-control-arm","label":"Front suspension control arm and half shaft failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03-20 → 2025-07-17","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11403993","quote_1_text":"HERE IS A 2021 MODEL X IN THE JUNKYARD.  HTTPS://WWW.IAAI.COM/VEHICLEDETAILS/39434989?TENANT=US&ROWNUMBER=19  THE BACK WHEEL AND SUSPENSION HAS SNAPPED OFF.  THIS IS NOT THE RESULT OF A CRASH IT IS THE RESULT OF A MANUFACTURING DEFECT.  THE…","quote_2_odi":"11563163","quote_2_text":"Several weeks after this a rattle developed and the car went back in in July and the control arm had to be replaced. In november the car started making more noise and only 9k miles later the inner front tires wore worn to the steel belt and had to be changed again also at this…","quote_3_odi":"11668235","quote_3_text":"The front suspension defect on my 2021 Model X, confirmed by St. Petersburg Service Center (Invoice #3000S0013156326), presents a serious safety hazard.  Timeline & Concern:  Reported Dec 4, 2024, under ESA.  Example of Tesla’s delay tactics—service was scheduled…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2021-windshield-visibility","label":"Windshield cracking and optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12-17 → 2025-02-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11640531","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked due to defrosting; yes available for inspection upon request.  If the windshield shatters due to defrosting this is serious safety risk and what can happen while driving is limited less.  Vehicle was inspected by Tesla located in Peabody, Massachusetts and the…","quote_2_odi":"11444199","quote_2_text":"The windshield has a mottling defect which is not obvious in normal light BUT -  drive into the sun and suddenly you are blinded.  It must be a known situation as the boards report this on many different models.  We have owned a prior Tesla X so it is not us getting used to the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-falcon-door-latch-failure","label":"Falcon wing door and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11589713","quote_1_text":"The passenger side back door does not open consistently leading to loss of egress. Although the other doors do function regularly, removing a child from a car seat is nearly impossible when accessing from another door","quote_2_odi":"11702157","quote_2_text":"The vehicle presents a compounded safety defect creating a risk of passenger entrapment and high-voltage fire","quote_3_odi":"11467584","quote_3_text":"I ordered a new Tesla X on 01/10/2021 and I just received it on 06/03/2022. I can’t believe that the car passed quality inspection (I found that the passenger falcon door can’t close unless I override the door to close from the driver seat and non of the closing bottoms works","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-phantom-braking","label":"Unexpected automatic braking during cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11458566","quote_1_text":"Vehicle repeatedly applied the brakes while on cruise control. This sometimes seemed to be a response to other vehicles approaching in the oncoming traffic lane, but sometimes seemed totally unexpected","quote_2_odi":"11464691","quote_2_text":"Two times in last 3 weeks while our Tesla Model X Long Range attempted to emergency or \"phantom stop\" while cruising at 65 MPH. Both instances occurred when there was a car crossing the highway well in advance (approx 50-75 yards) of our vehicle position","quote_3_odi":"11476635","quote_3_text":"\"phantom braking\" of the tesla optical-only (no radar or lidar) adaptive cruise control. northbound on hwy 101 around Gonzales CA there is a truck stop on the west side of the highway. proper signage and lane lines enable 101 traffic to maintain 65 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-restraint-system-fault","label":"Passenger restraint system false fault warnings","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11703661","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Tesla Model X has two recurring safety-critical defects that remain unresolved despite multiple repair attempts","quote_2_odi":"11459186","quote_2_text":"Car is displaying a warning reading “Rear right safety restraint system fault. Service is required.” Same for the left side. I took the vehicle for service and was told that this is a “Known Characteristic of Current Firmware”","quote_3_odi":"11590563","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver’s side rear passenger’s seat belt failed to release the child occupying the seat. The contact stated that after five minutes the seat belt was released","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-steering-assist-loss","label":"Power steering assist reduction and loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11724683","quote_1_text":"The electric power assist steering system on my 2022 Tesla Model X began displaying a \"Steering Assist Reduced / Steering May Require Increased Effort\" warning intermittently beginning in approximately May 2024, shortly after I purchased the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11598049","quote_2_text":"As I was making an unprotected left turn, the power steering failed. The steering became incredibly heavy. There was almost an accident. Feels unsafe to drive, will be towing to the dealership. Errors: Steering assist reduced, lane assist unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11539410","quote_3_text":"At around 9:10 p.m. on 7/26/2023, I was driving 2 guests on the I-5 highway from Seattle to the airport. The car’s automatic driving assistance system suddenly failed to work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11502198","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model X. The contact stated that after his wife had entered the parked vehicle and the driver's door was still open, the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration, causing the vehicle to drive over a curb, into a ravine, and then crash into a tree","quote_2_odi":"11498648","quote_2_text":"This happened with my new Tesla Model X Plaid with installed Self Drive software. The AUTOPILOT or SELF DRIVE mode was NOT enabled when the incident happened","quote_3_odi":"11714755","quote_3_text":"On January 31, 2026, at 10:30 PM, I was driving from Fort Lauderdale to my home in Boca Raton, Florida. I was using FSD supervised mode. Close to my home, a big red image suddenly appeared, the car started accelerating fast, and I had no control over the car or its steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2022-yoke-horn-hard-to-find","label":"Steering yoke horn button difficult to locate","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":122,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11609252","quote_1_text":"I am writing to express a safety concern regarding the Tesla Model X. I have found that the location of the horn is difficult to identify and activate, especially during emergency situations where quick reflexes are critical","quote_2_odi":"11473732","quote_2_text":"1) low-speed turning is very difficult. makes hitting pedestrians/curbs/edifices much more likely, as well as just holding up traffic and frustrating other drivers. 2) turn signals require looking down at the steering yoke unless you're a real ninja","quote_3_odi":"11531644","quote_3_text":"On Tesla's site, it says to report safety concerns to you vs to Tesla so that's what I'm doing since Tesla doesn't have any options to write to them about these problems. 1) I got into a parking lot accident on 7/7/2023 because of the \"slide bar\" on the Tesla Model X","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-airbag-restraint-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703187","quote_1_text":"Recurring front passenger safety restraint system fault that Tesla cannot permanently repair despite 4 service attempts over 16 months. ISSUE: Vehicle intermittently displays \"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault - Service Required\" with persistent warning chimes and…","quote_2_odi":"11739176","quote_2_text":"I have had “safety system restraints service is required “ as a warning four different times. Took my car in to a Tesla Service Center all 4 times & each time the repair only lasts about 6 months & it comes up again. For the 5th time I am going to the Tesla Service Center in…","quote_3_odi":"11691180","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has start throwing a safety restraint error. We got into the service mode and it shows there is electrical problems with the driver side airbag system and that it may not deploy in the event of an accident. Tesla is delaying the appointment to review this for 12 days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-body-trim-detachment","label":"Exterior body trim and panel detachment","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11537872","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, he noticed the rear fender had detached and fallen onto the ground. The contact stated that the driver's side front wheel well had also detached from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the parts were put back…","quote_2_odi":"11602999","quote_2_text":"The trim surrounding my two front wheels, as well as part of the trim on my rear passenger-side tire, popped completely off of the vehicle while driving through a typical rain storm in Central Florida. That is a total of three pieces ejected during the normal course of driving","quote_3_odi":"11663194","quote_3_text":"When I got home, I realized that both fender flares were completely gone. I believe this is a serious issue of durability. Even plastic model kits don’t lose parts just from water pressure. The damage to other cars is on me when the parts get blown away by water or something","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-falcon-door-sensor","label":"Falcon wing door sensor and injury incidents","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11523229","quote_1_text":"My 10 year old daughter suffered a concussion when the falcon wing door opened, failed to detect her standing nearby, and hit her on the head.   I brought the car into my local Tesla service center where we reproduced the behavior of the falcon wing door","quote_2_odi":"11729233","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Tesla Model X Plaid's falcon wing doors have had a persistent rattling/squeaking defect since August 2023 that has not been resolved after 9+ repair visits to Tesla service centers. More critically, in November 2025 (Invoice #3000S0014846906), the left falcon door's…","quote_3_odi":"11565362","quote_3_text":"In unexpected and unknown circumstances (false sensor detections?), the automated doors and trunk will suddenly reverse direction when opening and rapidly close instead of pausing.  This can cause injury with no ability to get out of the way in proper time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-fsd-autopilot-behavior","label":"FSD and Autopilot unexpected behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748272","quote_1_text":"I was using FSD any driving on  XXX between [XXX] and [XXX]. Suddenly the car put on the 4 way flashers, slowed down and started to pull to the side of the road. There was no shoulder so the car would have stopped in the driving lane. I immediately turned the wheel back into the…","quote_2_odi":"11677989","quote_2_text":"The vehicle consistently chooses the wrong lane and drifts across yellow lines.  The FSD visualization fails to correctly distinguish road markings, lanes, and turning arrows, causing them to move erratically on the display.  The car attempts to merge into lanes that appear in…","quote_3_odi":"11622851","quote_3_text":"Episode # 1: Sunday, [XXX] NEAR-DEATH-EXPERIENCE 2 times in 2 weeks while driving Tesla Model X 2023 with FSD. Both myself and wife were travelling and coming from Toronto to Lake George, NJ  All of a sudden car STOPPED in the middle of the highway. Laptop screen was blank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-horn-button-placement","label":"Steering wheel horn button location","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":88,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595009","quote_1_text":"All stalks and physical horns have been removed. They are now capacitive buttons on the steering wheel that move with the wheel, are not raised to find easier, and are difficult to find in emergencies.  I was nearly in a head-on collision and couldn't find the horn fast enough…","quote_2_odi":"11592031","quote_2_text":"I was driving in the slow lane of a 3-day (each direction street).  On my right were cars parked on the street.  A car in the 2nd lane was coming up and passing me and it decided (without signaling) to turn into my lane.  Scared I tried to press the horn, but pressing the large…","quote_3_odi":"11629452","quote_3_text":"The 2023 Tesla Model X does not have a physical horn in the center, rather a small touch sensitive button located on the side on the steering wheel. The button does not even have any physical bump to make it easy to find without looking. This is a huge safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-suspension-steering-noise","label":"Suspension and steering noise during turns","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747871","quote_1_text":"When making hard left turns, the steering wheel/front end shakes or shudders and makes a LOUD sounds. This does not feel or sound normal and appears to be related to the steering or front suspension system. The issue happens during low-speed turning/maneuvering when the wheel is…","quote_2_odi":"11712088","quote_2_text":"While driving, the front left wheel separated from the hub, rendering the vehicle not drivable and creating an immediate risk of loss of control, collision, and serious injury or death.  Tesla towed the vehicle back to its service center and issued written service documentation…","quote_3_odi":"11617549","quote_3_text":"After messaging Tesla due to noise and vibration, they reviewed the videos sent and preliminarily diagnosed the issue a control arm problem.  They then stated that instead of having it assessed to determine the extent of the problem, that it was ok to drive and to wait 39 days…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"modelx-2023-unintended-acceleration-brakes","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":192,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11561386","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving into her driveway, the vehicle unexpectedly accelerated, and conversely, with the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to come to a complete stop. As a result, the vehicle collided with the rear of another vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11567841","quote_2_text":"I was driving the car in stop-and-go traffic on a city street. After another stop, the car in front of me started moving. I pressed on the accelerator with the usual force, but my car took off like crazy. I pressed on the breaks, but the car didn't seem to respond to the brake…","quote_3_odi":"11545772","quote_3_text":"As I drove my Tesla Model X Plaid into my driveway towards the garage to park, the vehicle suddenly accelerated itself (I have FSD but wasn’t using it at that time) and drove into the garage door as it was still opening, slamming and crushing into all the items that were on one…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-airbag-seatbelt-fault","label":"Airbag and seat belt warning system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04-05 → 2024-12-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629997","quote_1_text":"Passenger (next to driver) side no-belt warning is not working. Seat belt warning is not shown even when the passenger (adult) does not wear belt. It is consistently reproducible  even when the vehicle is at highway speeds.  2. Passenger side airbag is always OFF even when there…","quote_2_odi":"11581428","quote_2_text":"The vehicle consistently displays the message \"Rear right safety restraint system fault\" on the dashboard since its delivery in January 2024. This indicates a potential malfunction in the airbag or seatbelt system, posing a safety risk to passengers occupying the rear right seat","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-falcon-wing-door-failure","label":"Falcon Wing door electronic system failure and entrapment risk","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04-05 → 2026-07-31","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736437","quote_1_text":"Door becomes stuck in a partially closed position and cannot be opened from inside or outside. Vehicle and component are available for inspection.  SAFETY RISK: Falcon-wing doors have NO exterior mechanical release accessible to occupants when the electronic system fails. An…","quote_2_odi":"11754055","quote_2_text":"due to buffering/retry logic during the network reconnect, the system unexpectedly transmitted a follow-up \"Close\" command without any driver input. Because this automated ghost command executed while the vehicle was actively backing out, the overhead garage door unexpectedly…","quote_3_odi":"11728896","quote_3_text":"1) Yes, upon opening the falcon door there is water flooding down","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-fsd-disengagement-popup","label":"FSD disengagement touchscreen prompt requiring driver input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05-04 → 2026-05-05","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735665","quote_1_text":"once full self-driving is disengaged a pop-up menu shows up at the main part of the screen requesting a feedback why full self-driving was disengaged you cannot dismiss the questionnaire easily without being distracted during the driving extremely dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11735945","quote_2_text":"this prompt does not automatically dismiss and requires manual interaction with the touchscreen to clear.  This design creates a safety concern because: - It introduces a mandatory driver interaction immediately after a disengagement event. - It diverts driver attention away…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-fsd-phantom-brake-control","label":"FSD and adaptive cruise phantom braking and control loss","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-02-20 → 2026-04-13","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644347","quote_1_text":"Phantom Breaking and vehicle slow down events occur near daily when using the highway when adaptive cruise control is engaged. The vehicle will abruptly try to stop, or slow down aby 5-10 MPH. This has caused several close calls with other drivers on the highways","quote_2_odi":"11682400","quote_2_text":"i was in full self driving mode. the car wanted to turn left but i thought it was going in the wrong direction so i tried to continue straight by turning the wheel to the right forcefully but the car would not let me take over and i crashed into a guard rail","quote_3_odi":"11693108","quote_3_text":"we have experienced four separate incidents in which the vehicle has either driven off the road or abruptly slammed on the brakes without warning. Despite two prior service appointments at the Tesla Service Center in Sarasota, FL, these issues remain unresolved","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-multi-safety-system-disable","label":"Simultaneous disabling of multiple active safety systems","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09-08 → 2026-07-29","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753633","quote_1_text":"multiple critical safety systems simultaneously failed on my 2024 Tesla Model X (VIN: [XXX]). Dashboard warnings indicated that ABS, stability control, traction control, steering assist, and automatic emergency braking were all simultaneously disabled. The vehicle was taken to…","quote_2_odi":"11685764","quote_2_text":"On each occasion, acceleration was either severely delayed or completely unresponsive, and the vehicle rolled backward when attempting to move forward on an incline.  The following warnings appeared on the dashboard: “Stability Control Disabled,” ESC (Electronic Stability…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-turn-signal-button-design","label":"Steering wheel turn signal button operability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-03-25 → 2024-12-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11597451","quote_1_text":"It is very difficult to use these buttons to switch on the turn signal, especially if the steering is not pointing absolutely straight.  In other words, if the steering is turned at even a small angle, it becomes almost impossible to press the correct touch screen button without…","quote_2_odi":"11635007","quote_2_text":"I have found myself pressing the wrong turn signal button and was nearly in an accident more than once. That’s because the turn signals are placed too close together (see attachment). You have to take your eyes off the road and look down to make sure you are pressing the correct…","quote_3_odi":"11579409","quote_3_text":"Turn signal buttons do not work for short periods of time while driving. It is available for inspection upon request.  I am unable to signal for merging and turning which is unsafe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model X","model_slug":"model-x","cluster_id":"model-x-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration and unexpected self-movement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-06-28 → 2025-03-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11616937","quote_1_text":"when my husband backed the vehicle out of the garage slowly, the vehicle suddenly accelerated and it hit the stone column causing a big damage to the car. I believe the pedal speed control and emergency brake have problems","quote_2_odi":"11647480","quote_2_text":"When the vehicle is placed in reverse with the steering wheel turned to full lock, it unexpectedly initiates self-movement without any driver input.  I raised this issue with Tesla Service, and they responded with the following statement:  \"We are aware of this and [it is]…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-mcu-failure","label":"Main computer failure disabling driver-assist features","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715304","quote_1_text":"The full self-driving (FSD) stopped working although it was fully paid for at the time of vehicle purchase","quote_2_odi":"11567576","quote_2_text":"Failure of all cameras, gps, and lane keeping system. It is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11574636","quote_3_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint against Tesla, Inc. concerning a significant issue that has arisen following a software update issued to Model Y and Model 3 vehicles in early December","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-passenger-seat-sensor","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723972","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had \"front passenger safety restraint system fault\" multiple times intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11536957","quote_2_text":"Its a known issue affecting many model 3 and model Ys front passenger safety restraint system fault. It's all over the tesla message boards. It just happened to my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11548866","quote_3_text":"Front Passenger safety restraint system fault. This is 3rd time this system warning has come up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking during adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507398","quote_1_text":"Have had several issues with phantom braking. When in cruise control or auto drive there are times nothing is in the roadway but the vehicle will brake in middle of hwy. very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11452907","quote_2_text":"This has happened multiple times over the 1.5 years that I have owned the vehicle, but it happened twice again today. The issue I am having with the vehicle is with Phantom breaking","quote_3_odi":"11456499","quote_3_text":"Operating the vehicle at highway speed of 70 miles per hour on interstate 80 in Illinois. No visible traffic going in either direction for approximately 1/2 mile in all directions when the automatic braking happened for no apparent reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-rear-door-wont-open","label":"Rear door fails to open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11649657","quote_1_text":"On three separate occaisions the back left door panel has slipped from its position and caused the door to not be able to open either from the inside or outside","quote_2_odi":"11513078","quote_2_text":"The drivers side rear door no longer opens. As a parent who drives with 2 children in car seats, this has made getting our kids in and out incredibly time consuming and awkward","quote_3_odi":"11477726","quote_3_text":"Rear passenger side door was not able to be opened. Tesla service came out and fixed it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11542597","quote_1_text":"Was driving on the interstate and a notification that “Steering assist reduced” came on the screen. About 10 minutes later my steering wheel became extremely hard to turn. I almost crashed going thru the tunnel!","quote_2_odi":"11621689","quote_2_text":"After being parked on a suburban street for about 3 hours, our Tesla Model Y experienced a complete loss of power-steering assist, requiring extreme hand-over-hand effort to turn the wheel and making it dangerous to drive","quote_3_odi":"11613660","quote_3_text":"While driving on the freeway was unable to steer. It has happens multiple times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-suspension-control-arms","label":"Front suspension control arm and bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736483","quote_1_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2020 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal, squeaking sound would emit from the vehicle without warning","quote_2_odi":"11689053","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 39,000 miles, the vehicle developed loud rattling and creaking noises from the front suspension when steering or backing out","quote_3_odi":"11568782","quote_3_text":"This is a 2020 Tesla model Y. At 55k miles, 3.5 years of ownership I was alerted by my tire dealer about broken bushings and control arms in both front tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2020,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2020-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":272,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605031","quote_1_text":"In Summon Mode, autonomous driving, our car collided with another stationary parked car","quote_2_odi":"11538217","quote_2_text":"While I was parking the car at a parking spot for a doctor's appointment, it accelerated by itself and drove over the parking spot front bump and drove a short downhill covered with grass","quote_3_odi":"11523021","quote_3_text":"Car accelerated on its own, with no pedal pressure. My right foot was on the mat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-12v-battery-door-lockout","label":"12V battery failure with inoperable doors and occupants trapped","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11689915","quote_1_text":"On August 20th, 2025 at 2:50pm, my eight-month-old infant was trapped inside my Tesla Model Y for approximately 30 minutes due to a critical systems failure. The vehicle experienced an error with the 12V battery that rendered the doors, windows, and trunk completely…","quote_2_odi":"11687538","quote_2_text":"[XXX] , my [XXX] son, was strapped in his car seat, wide-eyed and confused, as we sat trapped in our Tesla for thirty agonizing minutes. The battery had died without warning, leaving us locked inside our own garage. No power, no way to open the doors. I tried to keep [XXX]…","quote_3_odi":"11596922","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated after placing the children in the vehicle, he was unable to enter the vehicle. The contact stated that the vehicle lost electric power while attempting to open the door with the key fob and with the phone App however,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-camera-computer-blackout","label":"Camera and driver-assist computer failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11675542","quote_1_text":"All cameras went blank on vehicle 4 year and 7 months old. All driver assistance systems became suddenly disabled. Tesla service diagnosis established that computer needs to be replaced for a cost of $2,000.","quote_2_odi":"11658669","quote_2_text":"- Computer appears to stop working in colder temperatures (or random). - ALL cameras, including rear view camera (needed for backing up) and side cameras stop working. Error message shown on touch screen saying cameras are not available. - All road sensing information…","quote_3_odi":"11720961","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's Autopilot/Full Self-Driving (HW3) computer has failed at approximately 70,000 miles. Tesla Service has diagnosed the vehicle as requiring replacement of the HW3 computer. As a result of this failure, multiple safety related systems are inoperative, including…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-front-suspension-link-failure","label":"Front suspension lateral link, control arm, and bushing failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718296","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced front suspension lateral link failure. The links separated from the sub-frame due to improperly secured fasteners. This is the exact defect described in existing recall SB-21-31-003 / NHTSA Campaign 21V835000. The existing recall states 'front suspension…","quote_2_odi":"11698390","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Model Y at 49,865 miles had a safety-critical failure of the \"front lower compliance and lateral links.\" The Tesla technician confirmed it was a \"safety issue.\"","quote_3_odi":"11689573","quote_3_text":"Front suspension upper control arm makes loud creaking/squeaking noises when turning at low speeds. This is a known and widespread issue affecting Tesla Model Y and Model 3 vehicles, caused by premature ball joint wear. This poses a safety risk, as the upper control arm is a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-fsd-autopilot-behavior","label":"Full Self-Driving and Autopilot driving behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11687653","quote_1_text":"Tesla’s Full Self-Driving (FSD) system has repeatedly demonstrated unsafe behavior in my 2021 Model Y (VIN [XXX] , ~60,184 miles). The issues involve Adaptive Cruise Control, Lane Keeping Assistance, and Forward Collision Warning. FSD frequently follows vehicles too closely,…","quote_2_odi":"11740671","quote_2_text":"While my vehicle was operating under FSD, it ran a red light at the above intersection, resulting in an accident.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-hv-battery-charging-failure","label":"High-voltage battery charging failure with BMS fault code","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11711113","quote_1_text":"After charging the vehicle threw error code “BMS_a079 Unable to charge - Maximum charge level reached Reduced maximum charge level - Schedule service”. The car would no longer charge and had to be taken in for service. Tesla advised the High Voltage battery needed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11704000","quote_2_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a high-voltage battery defect in my 2021 Tesla Model Y. The vehicle has been diagnosed by Tesla Service, and both the technician and service advisor confirmed that the high-voltage battery has an internal short. This is a critical failure…","quote_3_odi":"11708424","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact observed the code BMSA079 on the computer, and messages \"Vehicle Unable to Charge to Maximum Charge Level\" and “Maximum Charge Level Reached - Reduced Maximum Charge…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking under cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11624433","quote_1_text":"To Whom It May Concern: I am writing to report yet another dangerous incident of phantom braking in my Tesla vehicle. As a Tesla owner who has previously filed multiple complaints about this issue, I am deeply concerned and frustrated by the lack of resolution to this…","quote_2_odi":"11607914","quote_2_text":"Driving [XXX] enroute to Houston from Peoria, AZ, on cruise control, the auto braking activated aka ghost braking, causing the car to extremely brake. No other cars or trucks near us and no signs in area that might affect cruise control. I thought this was fixed! Totally…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-seat-belt-latch-restraint-fault","label":"Seat belt latch failure and passenger restraint system fault","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11697124","quote_1_text":"Both rear seat belt buckles (driver-side rear and center) fail to latch securely. The metal tongue inserts fully into the buckle but does not lock with an audible click and releases immediately upon light tension. This prevents the seat belts from restraining passengers in a…","quote_2_odi":"11624337","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger seatbelt stopped latching","quote_3_odi":"11596002","quote_3_text":"Front Passenger Safety Restraint System Fault​ There have been hundreds of people if not thousands who are reporting this common issue on various forms online and its a very common issue.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2021,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2021-steering-assist-loss","label":"Reduced or lost steering assist and steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1025 total)","source_complaint_count":1025,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11669709","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Tesla Model Y experienced a sudden loss of steering assist, resulting in an extremely heavy steering and loss of steering ability, at highway speed. I needed extreme efforts to push the steering wheel to go off highway to avoid accident. This happened on 6/14/2025…","quote_2_odi":"11659635","quote_2_text":"Steering assistance reduced alert is showing up on vehicle. It is difficult to drive the car. The car has less than 33,000 miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"11616057","quote_3_text":"At 59k miles the steering rack failed, warranty expired at 50k miles. This was a $3,000 repair. A number of fellow Tesla owners have encountered this same failure.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-door-handle-electrical-lockout","label":"Door will not open due to electrical or latch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11726708","quote_1_text":"Tesla Model Y Performance with 47,000 miles. Driver's side, rear passanger door would not open. No accident or damage to the car or car door. Door could not be opened from the inside nor the outside with the handle. ISSUE: The Emergency Door release in the pocket of the door…","quote_2_odi":"11687532","quote_2_text":"I saw that the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is investigating the Tesla Model Y (2021 and over) due to the electronic door handles becoming inoperative. I am happy and relieved to see this is being looked into since this recently happened to my vehicle a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-passenger-restraint-system-fault","label":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault alert","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11605850","quote_1_text":"Front passenger safety restraint system fault service is required error. this just appeared on my screen when my wife sat in the passenger seat.","quote_2_odi":"11664408","quote_2_text":"Every few months, my car receives a warning stating \"Front passenger safety restraint system fault\". This error noted that there are issues related to checking the front passenger seatbelt/airbag status, and that they may not work as expected. Tesla has tried to repair this 4…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-phantom-braking-fca","label":"Unexpected hard braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11710067","quote_1_text":"While using cruise control at highway speed, the car suddenly slams on the breaks causing major panic. Oversteering onto incoming traffic and cars following are affected slamming on their breaks to avoid contact. Have contacted Tesla Service Center multiple times addressing the…","quote_2_odi":"11648794","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking event on highway. Going about 65 miles an hour. It slammed on the brakes. Car is on latest software. I have the video clip whet it shows me trying to get the car under control.","quote_3_odi":"11627654","quote_3_text":"The vehicle suddenly starts to slow and slams on the brakes without warning when there is no danger.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-seat-belt-buckle-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to latch","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11704291","quote_1_text":"The seat belt buckle not latching and keep popped out while driving","quote_2_odi":"11627240","quote_2_text":"Seat belt latch system failed on rear middle seat during multiple trips in the car. Could buckle the seat when we left the house but after unbuckling at first destination could no longer latch the buckle. Looked on Google and this is a known issue with Tesla Model Y cars.","quote_3_odi":"11636964","quote_3_text":"Rear seatbelt buckle won’t latch","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-smart-summon-collision","label":"Smart Summon collision with parked objects","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11642556","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that his wife had used the Tesla Summon function in the mobile app to electronically summon the vehicle while she was entering the residential parking lot. The contact stated that while the vehicle was driving towards his…","quote_2_odi":"11634571","quote_2_text":"The issue I encountered was with Tesla's Smart Summon Feature. While using the feature, the car crossed the parking line and crashed directly into a car parked beside it. Happening so quickly I could not react in time. All of the cameras and sensors were in working order and it…","quote_3_odi":"11579954","quote_3_text":"I was using the Summon feature and the vehicle scraped another car. The safety features that keep the vehicle from hitting an object did not work.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11719082","quote_1_text":"On January 9th my wife got into an accident in our 2022 Tesla Model Y vehicle. She reported that as she was backing out of a prking spot in a strip mall, the vrhicle suddenly accelerated backward involuntarely which resulted in colliding with a vehicle which was approaching from…","quote_2_odi":"11647142","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was stopped at a red light. On its own it began driving- accelerating forward from a complete stop - ramming the car in front - then into an active intersection. Thankfully the steering was responsive but not the brake until a few seconds after incident began.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2022,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2022-suspension-control-arm-bolt","label":"Front lower control arm bolt detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":820,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11742195","quote_1_text":"Bolts for front lower lateral links in suspension backed themselves out over time, eventually causing the suspension to suffer a total collapse and trigger a complete loss of steering authority.","quote_2_odi":"11705222","quote_2_text":"While slowly backing out of a parking space at a Whole Foods in San Jose, CA, the driver's-side front wheel suddenly collapsed without warning. The front tire completely locked up, preventing further movement. Upon inspection, I found two bolts lying on the ground and the lower…","quote_3_odi":"11629554","quote_3_text":"Driver side control arm while driving separated. I heard a loud thump and then the front driver side portion of the vehicle drop down. After further investigation, I have seen numerous vehicles have this exact same issue on multiple forums.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-front-control-arm-bolt-detachment","label":"Front lower control arm / lateral link bolt detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11738872","quote_1_text":"Bolt fell out of the lateral control arm on the front left wheel. Car was inoperable.","quote_2_odi":"11711298","quote_2_text":"While driving my Tesla, the front suspension abruptly failed. Two bolts from a critical suspension/control arm component fell out while the car was in normal motion. There was no impact, no debris, no road hazard, and no prior service that would explain missing bolts. The…","quote_3_odi":"11691675","quote_3_text":"The bolt that holds the front lateral link portion the the lower control arm to the subframe fell out while driving. I lost the ability to steer the car and had to stop immediately and have the car towed. In searching the internet this is a know issue by Tesla but has not been…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-fsd-autopilot-malfunction","label":"FSD / Autopilot steering and camera malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11737635","quote_1_text":"Nature of Defect: While operating Full Self-Driving (FSD) at highway speeds, my vehicle exhibits involuntary lateral swerving — sudden, uncontrolled movement to the left and right without driver input. This behavior occurs repeatedly and unpredictably, posing a direct safety…","quote_2_odi":"11685474","quote_2_text":"This is a complaint regarding intermittent camera blindness, driver assistance failure, and dismissed diagnostics on a 2023 Tesla Model Y. These issues have impacted critical safety systems including: •Pillar and rear-view cameras •Autopilot and Traffic-Aware Cruise Control…","quote_3_odi":"11687384","quote_3_text":"This started at about 65000 miles in my 2023 Model Y. The rear camera first lost picture and I received a warning that it may be intermittent. It has progressed now to the point that autopilot, navigation, all cameras, cruise control, auto headlight, and auto wipers are all…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-power-loss-shutdown","label":"Loss of propulsion and electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11735482","quote_1_text":"While driving on I-95 North in the fast lane at highway speed, my 2023 Tesla Model Y experienced a sudden loss of propulsion and displayed a warning indicating the vehicle was shutting down. The vehicle rapidly decelerated and would not respond to acceleration or drive…","quote_2_odi":"11672510","quote_2_text":"The car computer (HW3) in my 2023 Tesla Model Y failed without warning while I was traveling from Maryland to New Jersey. When I attempted to drive the car, the main screen was completely black and unresponsive, meaning I could not see or control any essential functions—no speed…","quote_3_odi":"11681578","quote_3_text":"The vehicle went into Turtle mode and there was a warning sign that power was reduced. The car eventually stopped moving on the highway seconds later. The warning time was minimal and I was on a two lane highway when the car stopped in one of the lanes during rush hour. This is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle and retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11681135","quote_1_text":"2nd Seat belt does not latch and cannot be secured. This poses a serious safety risk while driving.","quote_2_odi":"11725059","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the driver's side seat belt retractor unit detached. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The…","quote_3_odi":"11699004","quote_3_text":"Subject / Issue: Driver Seat Belt Failure – Safety Restraint System Defect VIN: [XXX] Vehicle: Tesla Model Y 2023 Complaint Description: On November 11, 2025, at approximately 10:00 PM, while driving near my home, the driver seat belt cable snapped, leaving only the shoulder…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-unexpected-braking","label":"Unexpected braking on highway with no obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11721604","quote_1_text":"I am reporting two severe 'phantom braking' incidents involving my Tesla vehicle while driving without autopilot. In both instances, the vehicle initiated hard emergency braking on a high-speed roadway with no obstacles, pedestrians, or vehicles in my path. This sudden…","quote_2_odi":"11718163","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a phantom breaking problem. It does that 3 times daily on the same route in the same place. This is a big safety flag. It has the same problem on the Autopilot & normal cruise control.","quote_3_odi":"11684364","quote_3_text":"When using the adaptive cruise control or “autopilot” feature on my Model Y, the vehicle will brake extremely hard without warning. This sudden, unnecessary braking is commonly referred to as phantom braking. The failure is available for inspection upon request. This malfunction…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2023,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 1074 total)","source_complaint_count":1074,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-30","quote_1_odi":"11730981","quote_1_text":"Parked into driveway. Placed car into park. In doing so, car suddenly rapidly accelerated into reverse until I slammed on the breaks. My son was behind the car grabbing something out of the trunk at the time. I could have ran him over if I wasn’t there to slam on the breaks…","quote_2_odi":"11733914","quote_2_text":"### Summary: Sudden Unintended Acceleration (SUA) from a stationary position. ### Vehicle Configuration: 2023 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. Battery Type: NMC. ### Incident Details: On April 19, 2026, at approximately 10:00 a.m., the vehicle was stationary on a flat surface at…","quote_3_odi":"11697204","quote_3_text":"Pulled into hospital parking garage. Stopped to pull parking ticket. When the parking gate was raised, Tesla immediately took off at very high uncontrolled speed. Basically a runaway vehicle. There was no accerlation on my part. Brakes did not work. Hit parked car in the garage…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"modely-2024-phantom-braking-aebs","label":"Uncommanded sudden braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":311,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699280","quote_1_text":"While driving ~40 mph with no Autopilot or cruise control active, my 2024 Model Y suddenly braked itself from 40 → 0 mph for no reason. The road ahead was clear. I did not touch the brake. My 3-year-old was in the car. We were nearly rear-ended and could have been seriously injured.","quote_2_odi":"11684225","quote_2_text":"Phantom braking happened. This is the 3rd time to my car. This time, my car stopped automatically when I was already decelerating close to 2-5 mph and the car in front was very far away. I was not using FSD nor autopilot. The emergency auto stop sign came up out of nowhere and my car jerked really hard…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2024,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"modely-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":311,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11637163","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN ACCELERATION, I WAS DRIVING IN MY OWN DRIVEWAY AND A MODEST SPEED T15 MPH I HAVE A CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY AND I WAS ASCENDING UP THE CIRCLE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT MY ACTION. i TOOK MYI FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND HIT THE BREAK BUT THE CAR DID NOT STOP OR SLOW DOWN.","quote_2_odi":"11644496","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while parking the vehicle in front of the garage at the residence, the contact removed her foot from the accelerator pedal and the vehicle accelerated independently and crashed into the garage door.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-airbag-seatbelt-non-deployment","label":"Airbag or seat belt non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 to 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11711221","quote_1_text":"Passenger side airbag did not deploy. Emergency auto brake did not seem to work. The passenger side of the vehicle was struck by other car at high speed and sustained significant damage","quote_2_odi":"11692302","quote_2_text":"We were T-boned in a serious accident that totaled the car, but none of the airbags deployed and the seat belts did not lock.","quote_3_odi":"11645911","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle crashed into a tree impacting the front of the vehicle, but the air bags did not deploy.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-ap4-computer-failure","label":"AP4 computer failure disabling safety systems","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2026-01","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11634287","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Information: • Make: Tesla • Model: Model Y • Year: 2025 Description of the Problem: After a software update pushed by Tesla, the AP4 computer in my 2024 Tesla Model Y shorted out, causing a complete failure of all systems controlled by this computer. The following…","quote_2_odi":"11629769","quote_2_text":"The Automatic Pilot Computer (AP4) failed. This controls a lot of Tesla Model Y's auto pilot features but it also controls a lot of its safety features such as the back up camera, forward collision warning and blind spot warning. Another safety concerns is the GPS navigation is…","quote_3_odi":"11631671","quote_3_text":"The automatic pilot computer (AP4) failed on my 2025 Tesla Model Y after approximately 400 miles. This controls a lot of the vehicle's auto pilot features but it also controls a lot of its safety features, such as the back-up camera, forward collision warning and blind spot…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-frunk-latch-windshield-strike","label":"Frunk hood latch failure striking windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11728762","quote_1_text":"Incident Summary: On April 1, 2026, while operating a 2025 Tesla Model Y at highway speeds (approx. 65-70 MPH), the front hood (frunk) spontaneously unlatched, flipped upward, and struck the windshield.","quote_2_odi":"11717446","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Information 2025 Tesla Model Y Approx. 30,000 miles Purchased new ~11 months ago Incident Description While driving at highway speed, the front trunk (frunk/hood) of my 2025 Tesla Model Y unexpectedly opened.","quote_3_odi":"11707389","quote_3_text":"Date: December 28, 2025 Time: Approximately 3:25 PM Vehicle: 2026 Tesla Model Y Incident Location: Southbound on the I-35N feeder road, just north of Highway 114.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-fsd-disengage-popup-distraction","label":"FSD disengagement popup screen distraction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743977","quote_1_text":"Component/Issue Description: Following a recent over-the-air (OTA) software update to the vehicle's Full Self-Driving system, a dangerous user interface defect was introduced. Immediately upon an FSD disengagement—the critical transition window where the operator must resume…","quote_2_odi":"11741069","quote_2_text":"The persistent intervention-reason prompt (the black box that appears immediately after disengaging FSD and stays until answered) creates a safety-critical distraction exactly when the driver must regain full attention and control.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-fsd-steering-into-collision","label":"FSD/Autopilot unexpected disengagement and navigation errors","component_code":"STEERING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2026-06","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11741715","quote_1_text":"am reporting a serious safety concern involving a 2025 Tesla Model Y, VIN [XXX] . On [XXX], the vehicle was being driven on [XXX] in Columbus, Ohio while the driver was traveling to Columbus Preparatory Academy. During the trip, the steering reportedly stopped responding…","quote_2_odi":"11736264","quote_2_text":"Using Tesla FSD (full self-driving supervised) I drove home, approximately 120 miles, from a family visit. From previous experience with Tesla FSD, I knew that the navigation system would navigate into the incorrect of 2 driveways (left, instead of the correct driveway, right)…","quote_3_odi":"11718949","quote_3_text":"On January 28, 2026, the vehicle (a Tesla Model Y) was operating with the Full Self-Driving (FSD) system actively engaged in normal highway traffic conditions. Without any prior warning messages, chimes, or system alerts, the FSD system abruptly disengaged approximately 1 second…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-horn-muted-rain-snow","label":"Horn muted by rain or snow buildup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 to 2025-10","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11695159","quote_1_text":"The horn becomes MUTED during rain. Major safety defect. Tesla service center checked and replied 'it works normal when water driesd out'. This is a major safety problem.","quote_2_odi":"11635990","quote_2_text":"The horn becomes very quite when snow builds up in front of the car. I drove my car on a snowy day, and the weather was freezing for a week. Until the ice melted, the horn didn't work.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-phantom-braking-cruise-fsd","label":"Phantom braking during cruise control or FSD","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 to 2025-12","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11692470","quote_1_text":"My model Y tesla deployed the emergency brake system while I was driving the vehicle. There wasn’t any vehicle or anything in the way for my tesla to do the emergency brake.","quote_2_odi":"11673834","quote_2_text":"It is impossible to disable automatic emergency, breaking system permanently. The vehicle brakes strongly and abruptly causing the cars behind to slam on their brakes and potentially cause accidents.","quote_3_odi":"11627913","quote_3_text":"We were Driving East on I-40 at mile marker 245 Friday Nov 29 2024 around 8:50am in the right lane. We were passed by a gray Ford F-150 on the left. We had the \"Traffic Aware Cruise Control\" enabled. Our Tesla braked hard when the F-150 was directly beside us.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2025,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2025-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-01 to 2026-04","source_complaint_count":86,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11729393","quote_1_text":"Car was in FSD mode, backing out of a parking place very slowly when it accelerated and crashed into a post and wall. No other cars or people were involved, but no alarms, beeps, or warnings were sounded and the screen/monitor/camera systems went blank simultaneously.","quote_2_odi":"11705090","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Tesla Model Y. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in a school zone area, and while engaging the brake pedal, the vehicle unexpectedly lunged forward with no warning light illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"11717443","quote_3_text":"On February 11, 2026, the 2025 Tesla Model Y \"Vision AutoPark\" system initiated an uncommanded high-speed reverse acceleration into a stationary yellow concrete bollard in a parking lot.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-front-suspension-noise","label":"Front suspension knocking, rattling, and noise at low speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-09 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724197","quote_1_text":"Shortly after purchasing the vehicle, I began hearing a distinct knocking / clunking noise coming from the suspension when driving over small road imperfections and at low speeds. The noise is clearly abnormal for a new vehicle and sounds like loose or defective suspension…","quote_2_odi":"11721250","quote_2_text":"Based on reports from recent 2026 Tesla Model Y owners, particularly those with the Juniper refresh, the front-end noises over rough or bumpy roads at very slow speeds sound like a widespread suspension-related issue. It's often characterized as a clunk, rattle, or knocking from…","quote_3_odi":"11719201","quote_3_text":"Immediately upon driving the vehicle off the lot (approximately 12 miles), I noticed a persistent rattling noise from the front suspension area. The noise occurs over normal road conditions and has been present since delivery, significantly affecting the quality and value of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-frunk-emergency-release","label":"Front trunk missing interior emergency release and lighting","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LATCH:EMERGENCY MECHANICAL RELEASE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-04-28 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733278","quote_1_text":"My 2026 Tesla Model Y front trunk (\"frunk\"), an Austin, Mar 2026 build, lacks internal lighting & emergency release (unlike 2025 models; the change started Oct 2025). Frunk size/capacity remained unchanged, allowing child up to 4yo to fit & get trapped w/ no escape or signal…","quote_2_odi":"11706020","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is missing the lighted interior emergency release button inside the front trunk (frunk). Upon inspection, not only is the button missing (replaced by a blank plastic panel), but the necessary wiring harness to support a release mechanism is also absent","quote_3_odi":"11718717","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the model year was advertised with a front trunk emergency release and interior lighting. The contact stated that after purchasing the vehicle, the contact became aware that the vehicle was not designed with the front trunk emergency release or interior…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-collision-obstacle","label":"FSD collision with stationary obstacles and fixed objects","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754995","quote_1_text":"During the automatic parking maneuver, the vehicle failed to detect a fixed square concrete bollard located within the parking space and continued moving until the front bumper made contact with the bollard, causing damage to the vehicle.  No collision warning, parking collision…","quote_2_odi":"11717701","quote_2_text":"Upon engagement, the FSD system failed to detect the presence of the stationary truck. The vehicle initiated a rearward/lateral maneuver at a speed of 1 mph, directly striking the corner of the semi-truck","quote_3_odi":"11741200","quote_3_text":"On XXX at approximately 8:30 PM, the vehicle was operating under Full Self-Driving (Supervised) mode when it failed to detect or react to a stationary pole, resulting in a front-end collision","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-unintended-steering","label":"FSD uncommanded steering maneuvers and lane departures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:AUTONOMOUS/SELF DRIVING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-12-19 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756945","quote_1_text":"Approximately 2.36 seconds after FSD was re-engaged, at 4:12:53.987 PM CDT, the vehicle's steering began a sudden and rapid rightward movement. I did not turn the steering wheel or intentionally provide a rightward steering input that initiated this maneuver","quote_2_odi":"11748001","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH with the Full Self-Driving mode engaged, the vehicle suddenly swerved into the left lane, and the rear passenger’s side door struck the right side of another vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11738182","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the contact's husband was driving at 70 MPH, the self-drive feature failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle aggressively jerked into the merging lane. The contact stated that the vehicle almost crashed into a concrete wall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-fsd-wrong-path-traffic-control","label":"FSD incorrect path selection and traffic-control non-compliance","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2025-12-11 → 2026-08-17 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754808","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving 16 MPH with the self-driving feature activated the vehicle failed to stop at a stop sign. Seconds later the contact's daughter attempted to disengage the self-driving feature and then depressed the brake pedal to stop from…","quote_2_odi":"11756753","quote_2_text":"I was operating my Tesla using Full Self-Driving (Supervised) when the vehicle approached an active school zone with flashing warning lights and a posted school-zone speed limit of 35 mph. FSD did not appropriately respond to the active school zone or reduce the vehicle's speed…","quote_3_odi":"11708342","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH with the ADAS Autonomous Self Driving Mode activated and the TESLA Navigator set to operate lane changes, the vehicle attempted to enter the EZ-PASS lanes while the gates were down, and the contact had to take corrective action","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-phantom-braking-tacc","label":"Phantom braking and unsafe following distance under TACC/FSD","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-12-17 → 2026-08-09 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751153","quote_1_text":"On many occasions in the year we have owned our Tesla Model Y, we have experienced sudden, unexplained braking while using the Traffic Aware Cruise Control (TACC) feature. We have experienced several near-misses of cars or semi tractor trailers rear-ending us","quote_2_odi":"11755731","quote_2_text":"While returning the Tesla during a demo drive, the car suddenly braked extremely hard in the middle of the road for no reason. It was bright and sunny, and we were coming up to a green light. It caused me to slam my head back into the seat","quote_3_odi":"11713614","quote_3_text":"In a state park campground, the system failed to detect a posted 15 mph speed limit and inferred a 55 mph limit. The vehicle accelerated to unsafe speeds on narrow, pedestrian-heavy roads, with no driver ability to cap speed while under FSD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-seatbelt-failure","label":"Seatbelt locking, retraction, and mechanical failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-04-30 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734726","quote_1_text":"The first time, the car was parked; when I attempted to pull the seatbelt, it would not extend and instead locked in place. The second time occurred after I summoned the car. Again, I was unable to pull the seatbelt out. Because the vehicle was stopped in the middle of the…","quote_2_odi":"11730210","quote_2_text":"The rear seatbelt system has experienced three separate mechanical failures, each requiring service and replacement. The vehicle was purchased new from Tesla, Inc.. Due to these repeated failures, I have had to adjust seating arrangements for my two children in booster seats","quote_3_odi":"11711855","quote_3_text":"New vehicle was delivered from the factory with an inoperable seat belt. After removing a trim piece, I found the seatbelt wrapped around several trim clips inside the pillar","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2026,"make":"Tesla","make_slug":"tesla","model":"Model Y","model_slug":"model-y","cluster_id":"model-y-2026-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-08-04 (200 most-recent of 315 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":315,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734360","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to park the vehicle suddenly lurched forward and crashed into a curb, then the vehicle lunched forward and crashed into a brick wall. The vehicle then erroneously drove in reverse at a high rate of speed and crashed into a second parked…","quote_2_odi":"11732416","quote_2_text":"Upon removing my foot from the brake pedal, the vehicle suddenly and unexpectedly accelerated without any input . The vehicle proceeded forward and collided with my garage door. Notably, no collision warning alerts were issued, and no automatic emergency braking system engaged…","quote_3_odi":"11736618","quote_3_text":"I PICKED UP BRAND NE TESLA 2026 MODEL Y AFTER TEST DRIVE I WAS TRYING TO PARK THE CAR IN THE GARAGE. THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND HIT CABINETS IN GARAGE, THE CABINETS CRASHED AND BROKE THE ENTRY DOOR AND THE DEBRIS THE THE HEATING AND AC BLOWER UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/tesla/model-y","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/tesla"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-brake-pedal-hydraulic-fault","label":"Brake pedal travel and hydraulic system fault","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11121273","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD","quote_2_odi":"10631681","quote_2_text":"I WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN AT LOW SPEED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. SUDDENLY THE ABS, BRAKE AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING LIGHTS LIT UP ON THE DASHBOARD. AT THE SAME TIME, A CONTINUOUS, HIGH PITCHED ALARM SOUND WENT OFF. I CAME TO A FULL STOP AT ANOTHER TRAFFIC STOP","quote_3_odi":"10489217","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BRAKES HYDRAULIC PROBLEM ON MY 2010 4RUNNER, I BROUGHT TO DEALER 3 TIMES IN THE PAST BUT THEY INSISTED THERE WAS NO ISSUES WITH THE BRAKE SYSTEM. THE BRAKE PADDLE WHEN DEPRESSED HAD HISSING SOUND, SEEMED LIKE THERE WAS AIR LEAKS SOMEWHERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-frame-undercarriage-rust","label":"Frame and undercarriage corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11169976","quote_1_text":"MY FRAME IS RUSTING AWAY. THE UPPER REAR CONTROL ARM BRACKET ON THE PASSENGER SIDE HAS COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF THE FRAME. THE FRAME IN FRONT OF AND AROUND THE DRIVER SIDE REAR LOWER CONTROL ARM IS RUSTING AWAY WITH A LARGE HOLE JUST IN FRONT OF THE BRACKET","quote_2_odi":"11463313","quote_2_text":"The undercarriage of my truck is so rusted, that parts are starting to fail. I can not install new tires on the truck at this point until $3000 of rust-damaged parts are replaced and possible frame replaced","quote_3_odi":"11484044","quote_3_text":"Frame is starting to rot despite undercoating. Has several soft spots","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-paint-clearcoat-peeling","label":"Clear-coat paint peeling recall handling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11477363","quote_1_text":"I own a 2010 Toyota 4Runner VIN # [XXX]. I bought the vehicle late last year and found that the vehicle paint was peeling. I took my 4Runner to the one and only dealer here in Laredo, Texas","quote_2_odi":"11578355","quote_2_text":"I was told the paint on my 4 runner was recalled, but because it was a salvage title they where very rude and told me sorry but they can't fix it. I was so upset because when you spend 40,000. on a vehicle and something recalls it shouldn't matter if its a salvage title or not","quote_3_odi":"11649198","quote_3_text":"Dear NHTSA, I am writing to formally file a complaint against Toyota regarding their failure to notify me of a recall related to the clear coat peeling from my vehicle’s paint. I was never informed of this issue through a recall notice, nor did it appear in my vehicle’s history","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-stability-traction-intervention","label":"Unexpected stability/traction control intervention","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10315161","quote_1_text":"FEBRUARY 22, 2010, MY 2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER ACCELERATED FIERCELY, MY HEAD WAS SLAMMED INTO THE HEADREST. I WAS AT AN INTERSECTION AT THE CROSSWALK; IF A PERSON HAD BEEN IN THE CROSSWALK I WOULD HAVE KILLED THEM. THE CAR WENT BACK TO NORMAL AS SUDDENLY AS IT ACCELERATED","quote_2_odi":"10346822","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE TRAVELING AT 65 MPH, THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES BUT THEY DID NOT ENGAGE. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_3_odi":"10871126","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE RANDOMLY AND SUDDENLY REVS ITSELF BOTH FROM A STOPPED POSITION AND WHILE DRIVING. WHEN DRIVING DOWNHILL AND I TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS THE VEHICLE WILL CONTINUE TO REV ITSELF AROUND 3000 RPM THEN WHEN I START TO TRAVEL UPHILL IT WILL DOWN SHIFT TO ABOUT 1500 RPM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata front passenger airbag inflator recall delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":89,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11048534","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE BEEN TRYING FOR ALMOST A YEAR WITHOUT SUCCESS TO HAVE MY RECALLED AIRBAGS REPLACED. I HAVE BEEN WORKING WITH MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER, KENDALL A TOYOTA OF ANCHORAGE, ALASKA AND HAVE BEEN TOLD REPEATEDLY THEY ARE WAITING ON AN INSTALL KIT","quote_2_odi":"10934769","quote_2_text":"TAKATA INFLATOR - IT HAS BEEN SIX MONTHS SINCE MY VEHICLE AIRBAG WAS RECALLED AND I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO DRIVE WITH A PASSENGER. TOYOTA CANNOT PROVIDE A TIME FRAME FOR WHEN MY VEHICLE WILL BE REPAIRED AND WILL ONLY PROVIDE A LOANER VEHICLE IF I LEAVE MY VEHICLE AT THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11694956","quote_3_text":"My 4Runner was involved in a collision where the airbags did not deploy, and I was knocked unconscious from hitting the steering wheel. The vehicle now shows an SRS fault code and is subject to an open Takata airbag recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2010-wheel-lug-stud-failure","label":"Wheel lug stud failure during tire service","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10350679","quote_1_text":"MULTIPLE WHEEL STUD FAILURE DURING ROUTINE TIRE ROTATION. THE OWNERS MANUAL RECOMMENDS 83 FTLBS TORQUE ON THE LUG NUTS. DURING A TIRE ROTATION, THREE WHEEL STUDS FAILED, TWO AT THE RECOMMENDED 83 FTLBS AND ONE AT 75 FTLBS","quote_2_odi":"10497880","quote_2_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP FOR THE 5,000 MILE ROUTINE MAINTENANCE. WHILE I WAS THERE TWO OF THE STUDS ON THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE BROKE. BECAUSE I HAD RECENTLY HAD NEW TIRES ON MY VEHICLE THE DEALERSHIP BLAMED THE PLACE WHO PUT THE TIRES ON","quote_3_odi":"10631060","quote_3_text":"I BROUGHT MY 4RUNNER IN TO A REPUTABLE TIRE STORE FOR A ROUTINE TIRE ROTATION. THE TECHNICIAN SNAPPED A LUG STUD. I THEN HAD TO TAKE THE TRUCK TO A SEPARATE AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR SHOP TO HAVE THE STUD REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-brake-failure-lockup","label":"Brake failure to engage or unexpected rear brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10641745","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE BRAKES LOCKED AND THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10520709","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DECELERATING FROM 60 MPH, THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE","quote_3_odi":"10490985","quote_3_text":"BRAKES APPLIED AT 45 MPH,VSC ACTIVATED,REAR BRAKES LOCKED ON AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN TO A SAFE LOCATION OFF THE HIGHWAY AND WAS TRANSPORTED TO OWNERS HOME VIA FLATBED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-frame-body-corrosion","label":"Frame and body corrosion at panels, liftgate, undercarriage","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11446190","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated as he arrived at his residence after driving 40 MPH, his father noticed that something was hanging underneath the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11311600","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE LOWER DOOR SEAM IS RUSTING. NOTICED RECENTLY. VEHICLE IS GARAGE KEPT & FREQUENTLY WASHED. PREMATURE RUSTING. ONLY HAS 88,000 MILES ON IT. RUST IS ALSO PRESENT ON REAR LIFTGATE HATCH. VEHICLE STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"11016094","quote_3_text":"REAR FRAME CROSS MEMEBER THAT ALSO SUPPORTS A BOLT ON HITCH RECEIVER AND ATTACHES TO EACH OF THE VEHICLES SIDE RAILS, THAT RUN THE LENGTH OF THE VEHICLE IS RUSTING. I HAVE FOUND SEVERAL 1/4 INCH RUST CREATED SEPARATIONS (HOLES) IN THE STEEL WITH SURFACE RUST CRATING FUTURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-heated-seat-overheating","label":"Heated seat overheating with burning electrical smell","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11408282","quote_1_text":"I TURNED IN THE IGNITION AND WASN'T EVEN AROUND THE BLOCK FROM MY HOME, WHEN I NOTICED MY SEAT OVERHEATING ALONG WITH A STRONG BURNING ELECTRICAL/WIRE SMELL","quote_2_odi":"11318291","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND THE SEAT STARTED GETTING HOT. I CHECKED TO MAKE SURE THE SWITCH WAS OFF","quote_3_odi":"10505703","quote_3_text":"ON 8 APRIL 2013, THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL COMING FROM THE DRIVERS SEAT. THE HEATING SWITCH TO THE HEATED SEATS WOULD NOT TURN OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-paint-delamination-blizzard-pearl","label":"Factory paint delamination on Blizzard Pearl exterior panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11743711","quote_1_text":"I am writing to report a serious safety hazard regarding the factory paint and primer on my 2011 Toyota 4Runner (Paint Code: [ 070 for Blizzard Pearl])","quote_2_odi":"11665572","quote_2_text":"The Blizzard Pearl paint on my Toyota 4Runner is peeling in large patches, exposing the undercoat and compromising the vehicle’s integrity","quote_3_odi":"11696117","quote_3_text":"The paint on the outside of my 2011 Toyota 4Runner has recently been peeling significantly in various areas of the car, including the roof, the door below the window, and the front driver side panel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration or shaking at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2013-02","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10498443","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES LIGHTLY AT 60 MPH OR MORE, ONCE THE SPEED LOWERS TO 59 MPH OR LESS IT STEADY","quote_2_odi":"10483946","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL WILL START VIBRATING/SHAKING AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60-68","quote_3_odi":"10448688","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL STARTED JERKING ABNORMALLY IN THE AM OR AFTER IT HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN FOR A WHILE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable for extended periods","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11080969","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL TOYOTA HAS BEEN UNRESPONSIVE TO FIX THE ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"10915118","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE (4RUNNER) HAS BEEN SITTING IN TOYOTA'S SERVICE CENTER FOR OVER 2 MONTHS, WAITING ON A BACKORDERED PART FOR A REMEDY TO THE RECENT RECALL. OUR 7-PERSON FAMILY CANNOT USE THE 4RUNNER IN THE MEANTIME DUE TO THE RISK OF DEATH ON PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"10897915","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL TOYOTA HAS YET TO PROVIDE A FIX FOR THIS RECALL AND THEY HAVE PROVIDED NO TIMELINE FOR HOW LONG IT WILL TAKE. IN THE MEANTIME, I AM STUCK WITH A VEHICLE THAT I CANNOT HAVE A PASSENGER SIT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT AND I WONDER IF THE DRIVER'S AIRBAG IS EVEN SAFE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2011-unintended-acceleration-throttle","label":"Unintended acceleration and erratic throttle response","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2013-01","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10424066","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN RAPID ACCELERATION, ENTERING A PARKING SPOT, BOTH FEET ON BRAKES, STILL ACCELERATION, PUT IN NEUTRAL THEN PARK, STILL ACCELERATION, HAD TO BACK UP, WAS IN A BAD POSITION, NEVER TOUCHED THE GAS THRU THIS WHOLE INCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10491781","quote_2_text":"JUST AS I PUT MY NEW TOYOTA 4-RUNNER IN REVERSE IN A CROWDED PARKING LOT, THE ENGINE RACES WILDLY","quote_3_odi":"10483806","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS SITTING AND IDLING THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH VSE LIGHT AND EXPERIENCED ROUGH IDLING AND ERRATIC THROTTLE RESPONSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2012-brake-pedal-feel-stopping","label":"Brake pedal feel and stopping performance concerns","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10468254","quote_1_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT ON LEVEL GROUND, VEHICLE BEGAN TO CREEP FORWARD WITH FOOT STILL PRESSED FIRMLY ON BRAKE. UNLESS BRAKE IS PRESSED ALMOST TO THE FLOOR, THE VEHICLE TENDS TO CREEP FORWARD WHILE STOPPED AND IN GEAR","quote_2_odi":"10461209","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE, THE VEHICLE SEIZED AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO BE THROWN FORWARD. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO KEEP DRIVING THE VEHICLE AFTER THE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10608566","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE, A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE WAS PRESENT AND THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO GRADUALLY BE DEPRESSED IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11467348","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The Police Department called and arranged for the vehicle to be towed to an authorized dealer to be diagnosed. The","quote_2_odi":"11435033","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the expressway, at about 70 to 75 miles. Suddenly the vehicle just slowed down to 40 miles per hour. I almost got hit from the back by a truck. But, then it suddenly picked back up. this has happened several times but the shop nor the dealer could tell me what","quote_3_odi":"11319249","quote_3_text":"LEAVING THE SONIC DRIVE IN PARKING LOT MY VECHILE DIED AS I WAS TURNING ON THE STREET. IT SHOWED THAT THE GAS TANK HAD A 1/4 TANK OF GAS BUT THE TANK WAS EMPTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2012-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to electrical wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10859964","quote_1_text":"SQUIRRELS KEEP EATING MY ELECTRICAL WIRING AND THE WIRING HARNESS. THEY ACCESS THE ENGINE BAY THROUGH THE OPENINGS IN THE WHEEL WELLS AFTER JUMPING ON TOP OF THE TIRES. THE RESULTS HAVE DISABLED MY ABS, 4WD, LIMITED SLIP, ETC","quote_2_odi":"10644989","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA USES NEW GREEN (ENVIRONMENT FRIENDLY) WIRING THAT IS TASTY TO RODENTS AND OTHER PEST- THEY ARE AWARE THAT IT CAN ATTRACT ANIMALS TO EAT THE WIRING AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS ON THEIR VEHICLES AND REFUSE TO COVER THE DAMAGES INCURRED ON THE WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2012-steering-wheel-shake-highway","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10721349","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY THE STEERING WHEEL SHUTTERS OR VIBRATE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. REPLACED TIRES WITH NEW TIRES, ALIGNMENT, AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS, ROTATED AND BALANCED TIRES AND PROBLEM STILL EXISTS","quote_2_odi":"11724239","quote_2_text":"Consistent steering wheel shake between 60-65 mph. This is a very well known issue on the 2010-2024 4Runners and it drives me and many others crazy, and feels unsafe to drive with. Will happen almost anytime I’m on the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2012-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailability and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11190951","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V005000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11041548","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - TOYOTA WILL NOT REPLACE MY TOYOTA 4R AIRBAGS. TOYOTA SAYS THEY HAVE NO PARTS & DON'T KNOW WHEN THEY WILL HAVE PARTS. I CAN'T KEEP DRIVING AROUND WITH DEFECTIVE AIR BAGS","quote_3_odi":"11042776","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I GOT A NOTICE IN THE MAIL ABOUT THIS DEFECT IN MY VEHICLE ALMOST A YEAR AGO. IT CLAIMS THAT WHOMEVER RIDES IN THE PASSENGER SIDE IS AT RISK OF POTENTIAL DEATH DUE TO FAULTY AIRBAG COMPONENTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-door-lock-handle-failure","label":"Door lock actuator and handle failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11507971","quote_1_text":"1) The failed component is the door locks. Or more precisely, the motor for the electrical operation of the door locks. When failed, the door remains locked even when pulling on the interior handle to open the door or when trying to unlock the door using the interior latch. You","quote_2_odi":"11191759","quote_2_text":"MY COMPLAINT IS ON MY 2013 4RUNNER LIMITED THE DOOR HANDLES INSERTS ARE CRACKED THIS IS NOT NORMAL. AND I ALSO SEE A LOW AREA IN MY DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-engine-stall-fuel-system","label":"Engine stall linked to fuel system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11316073","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS STALLED ON THE HIGHWAY THREE TIMES IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS MOST RECENTLY ON 2/15/2020. EACH TIME THE GAS GAUGE WAS SHOWING APPROXIMATELY A QUARTER TANK OF GAS. IN NONE OF THE CASES WAS THE LOW FUEL LIGHT ON","quote_2_odi":"11299375","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, AND THE ENGINE SHUT OFF. I WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE SEVERAL TIMES, BUT IT WOULD ONLY CONTINUE RUNNING FOR 5 TO 60 SECONDS. AFTER ABOUT 30 MINUTES THE VEHICLE STARTED AND DROVE TO MY DESTINATION (HOME). THE PROBLEM PERSISTED FOR 3 DAYS, WITH ONLY","quote_3_odi":"11408130","quote_3_text":"OUR FUEL PUMP AND A GASKET WENT OUT AT SAME TIME. NO WARNING IT WAS GOING TO HAPPEN, LUNGED FORWARD 5 FEET AND THEN DIED. GOING TO COST $1,000 TO FIX. IT LOOKS LIKE TOYOTA HAS RECALLS ON FUEL PUMPS BUT IT DOESN'T COVER OUR YEAR YET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-horn-clock-spring-failure","label":"Horn inoperative from clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11554026","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the air back clock spring. It’s preventing the horn form functioning properly. In turn can result in an accident from lack of warning other drivers and/or air bag might not go off. It seems to be a known problem on the 13 model year of the 4Runners","quote_2_odi":"11183419","quote_2_text":"MY HORN IS NOT WORKING AS A RESULT OF A SPIRAL WIRE IN THE STEERING WHEEL IS SHORTED OUT. WITHIN THE SAME WIRE SET IS THE WIRE THAT CONTROLS THE AIRBAG. THUS, I DO NOT KNOW IF THE AIRBAG IS WORKING OR NOT. TWO SAFETY FEATURES OF THE CAR POTENTIALLY DO NOT WORK, THE HORN, FOR","quote_3_odi":"11172147","quote_3_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING IS FAULTY AND THE HORN DOESN'T WORK. THERE WAS A MASSIVE RECALL ON OTHER TOYOTA CARS FOR FAULTY CLOCK SPRINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-soft-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Soft brake pedal and brake booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11013682","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2013 4 RUNNER SR5, THAT JUST TURNED 80K, DRIVEN BY AN OLDER WOMAN. WHILE SITTING IN A FAST FOOD LANE THE BRAKE, ABS AND VSC TRACK LIGHTS CAME ON ALONG WITH AN BEEPING ALARM THAT WOULD NOT STOP. I TURNED THE TRUCK OFF AND WAITED A FEW MINUTES AND TURNED BACK ON AND STILL","quote_2_odi":"11031720","quote_2_text":"PARTIAL BRAKE FAILURE IN HIGH AMBIENT TEMPERATURE. DRIVING ON INTERSTATE I5 THROUGH NEVADA. AMBIENT TEMPERATURE 100 DEGREES F. ENGINE TEMPERATURE GAUGE READ NORMAL. STOPPED FOR GAS. ON RESTARTING ENGINE THE BRAKE BOOSTER SYSTEM DID NOT RECHARGE THE HYDRAULIC ACCUMULATOR. BRAKES","quote_3_odi":"11020556","quote_3_text":"1) THE GUY WHO COMPLAINED ABOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL BEING TOO CLOSE TO THE GAS PEDAL IS RIGHT. MY FOOT GETS CAUGHT UNDER THE BRAKE PEDAL WHEN I'M TRYING TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THE GAS AND GO FOR THE BRAKES. I GUESS I'M STILL USED TO MY '99 4RUNNER. HE ALSO COMPLAINED THAT THE BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11205762","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL ALL OF THE SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED WHILE DRIVING ON A FLAT SURFACE AROUND 20 MPH. ACCORDING TO COMPUTER REPORT IT STATED THE 4RUNNDER WAS IN A ROLLOVER WHEN IT WAS NOT. PLEASE SEE ATTACHED REPORT. THERE IS NO DAMAGE TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND WAS NOT AT ANY","quote_2_odi":"11186199","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I CALLED TWO LOCAL TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ABOUT GETTING MY VEHICLE IN TO HAVE THE AIRBAG REPLACED. BOTH TOLD ME ESSENTIALLY, \"THE PART IS ON BACK-ORDER, WE'RE WAITING ON A SHIPMENT, COULD BE A COUPLE OF DAYS, COULD BE A FEW MONTHS BEFORE WE CAN GET YOU IN. WE REALLY","quote_3_odi":"11073822","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I AM [XXX] AND I OWN A 2013 4RUNNER. I JUST RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER FOR A TAKATA FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATOR (ZONE A) I AM VERY UPSET THAT I AM JUST NOW RECEIVING THIS LETTER WHEN OTHER OWNERS OF THE SAME VEHICLE RECEIVED LETTERS IN 2017 AND HAD THEIR VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2013-wheel-lug-nut-failure","label":"Wheel cracking and lug nut stud failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2017-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11057259","quote_1_text":"ONE OF THE WHEELS HAS A CRACK IN IT. IT IS A STRANGE LOOKING CRACK WHICH I FOUND WHEN WASHING THE CAR. THE WHEEL IS NOT DAMAGED, IT DOES NOT HAVE ANY SCUFFING OR DINGS AND DENTS IN IT. THE CRACK IS ABOUT 1 1/8\" LONG THEN TURNS 90 DEGREES AND ABOUT 1/2\" LONG AT THAT END","quote_2_odi":"10914976","quote_2_text":"LUG NUT STUDS BROKE WHEN TIGHTENING ON DIVER REAR SIDE AND ON PASSENGER SIDE FRONT 100 FT LBS. THEY JUST STRETCHED, AND BROKE. VEHICLE WAS ON JACK STANDS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-airbag-recall-nondeploy","label":"Takata airbag recall non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11066719","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I WAS IN A SERIOUS WRECK AND MY AIR BAGS NEVER DEPLYED","quote_2_odi":"11204980","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" OVER 6 WEEKS WAITING FOR PARTS OR ABILITY FOR DEALER TO REPAIR. COMPLETELY UNACCEPTABLE TIME FOR SAFETY ISSUE ON A CAR I USE DAILY","quote_3_odi":"11670137","quote_3_text":"I had a collision and rear ended a truck. My front left bumper was completely damaged. My chest hit the steering wheel. My airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-brake-pedal-soft","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11209026","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING I HAVE TROUBLE STOPPING THE VEHICLE. I HAD MY BRAKE PADS REPLACE IN FEBRUARY, BUT THIS STILL DID NOT HELP. MY BRAKE PEDAL WILL GO ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR BARELY STOPPING THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11397767","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE IS HARD TO STOP AND THE BRAKES ARE SPONGY, IVE DRIVEN A FEW 4RUNNERS AND THEY ARE ALL LIKE THAT AND ITS DANGEROUS. YOU HAVE TO PUSH THE PEDAL TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10836910","quote_3_text":"FROM THE VERY BEGINNING WHEN I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE NEW, THE BRAKES ON MY 2014 TOYOTA 4RUNNER GRAB WHEN ANYTHING OTHER THAN LIGHT PRESSURE IS APPLIED WHEN THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION, NO MATTER THE SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-door-lock-actuator","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11112907","quote_1_text":"DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS KEEP GOING OUT RESULTING IN SAFETY ISSUES. DOORS CANT BE LOCKED OR UNLOCKED WITH REMOTE OR BY PRESSING BUTTON. MUST BE LOCKED AND UNLOCKED MANUALLY. THERE HAVE BEEN NUMEROUS COMPLAINTS OF THIS ISSUE MAINLY WITH ONLY THIS YEAR MODEL","quote_2_odi":"11497648","quote_2_text":"Three of the four locks do not work on a consistent basis. My car got broken into because the locks don't work. I just replaced three of the four locks for around $1,200.00. Neither the key fob nor the actual key would open the doors on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11088870","quote_3_text":"I OWN A 2014 4RUNNER WITH LESS THAN 60K MILES ON IT. THE FRONT DRIVER'S DOOR LOCK IS COMPLETELY GONE AND THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE IS BEGINNING TO FAIL TOO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-frame-rust-corrosion","label":"Front frame corrosion and rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11376235","quote_1_text":"GREATLY REDUCED SAFETY IN FRONTAL IMPACT DURING AN ACCIDENT DUE TO CORRODED FRAME COMPONENTS CAUSED BY FACTORY INSTALLED FOAM PIECES THAT RETAIN RAIN WATER. THIS PROBLEM HAS BEEN NOTICED, PERSONALLY BY ME, ON MULTIPLE TOYOTA 4RUNNERS OF MODEL YEARS 2014-2016 SO FAR","quote_2_odi":"11337483","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS EXCESSIVE RUST ON THE FRONT FRAME CROSS MEMBER BELOW THE RADIATOR. THE EXCESSIVE RUST IS ALSO FOUND BY THE FRONT TOW HOOKS WHICH COULD AFFECT THE OVERALL FUNCTIONALITY OF THE FRONT TOW HOOKS","quote_3_odi":"11187265","quote_3_text":"THE BACK LIFT GATE LATCH HAD RUSTED AND CORRODED SO BADLY THAT IT WOULD NO LONGER SHUT ALL OF THE WAY OR OPEN UP AT ALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-fuel-pump-stall-recall","label":"Fuel pump recall stall condition","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11329444","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RECENTLY RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS","quote_2_odi":"11323668","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA SENT OUT A SAFETY RECALL NO. 20V-012 FOR THE FUEL PUMP STATING \"IF A VEHICLE STALL OCCURS WHILE DRIVING, THIS COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.\" YET, THEY HAVE NO REMEDY NOW, AND NO REMEDY IN THE FUTURE TO FIX THIS","quote_3_odi":"11419689","quote_3_text":"Car would have trouble starting. Once i got it to start it would stall when stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-infotainment-freeze","label":"Infotainment system freeze and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11019031","quote_1_text":"NAVIGATION/STEREO/CD PLAYER WILL LOCK UP THEN REBOOT ITSELF. IF I'M IN THE VEHICLE FOR AT LEAST AN HOUR, IT WILL LOCKUP THEN REBOOT ITSELF 3-4 TIMES WITHIN THAT HOUR. IT'S VERY ANNOYING AND AGGRAVATING","quote_2_odi":"10876056","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE NAVIGATION/RADIO SCREEN SHUTS OFF AND SEEMS TO RE-BOOT REPEATEDLY. IT IS FRUSTRATING WHEN USING THE RADIO, AND DANGEROUS WHEN THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM GOES BLANK WHILE WE ARE DEPENDING ON IT TO GET US TO OUR DESTINATION","quote_3_odi":"10845945","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE ENTIRE ELECTRONIC PANEL THAT CONTROLS THE RADIO, NAVIGATION, REAR VIEW CAMERA AND OTHER FUNCTIONS WILL FREEZE AND THEN RESET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-steering-shake-speed","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11321840","quote_1_text":"MY 2014 TOYOTA 4 RUNNER HAS WHAT I CALL A DEATH WOBBLE. AS YOU START DOWN THE ROAD AND GET UP TO SPEED, 55-65 MPH, THE FRONT END SHAKES VIOLENTLY AND PULLS TO THE RIGHT. I AM ALMOST SCARED TO DRIVE IT","quote_2_odi":"11416317","quote_2_text":"WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE / STEERING WHEEL SHAKES \"VIOLENTLY\". ALMOST TO THE POINT THAT IT IS HARD TO HOLD ON TO THE STEERING WHEEL. AND IF I'M DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLE IS EXTREMELY HARD TO STOP","quote_3_odi":"10556539","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES, FLUTTERS AT HIGHWAY SPEED. MOST NOTICEABLE DRIVING OVER 60 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2014-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":77,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10790361","quote_1_text":"THE MOON ROOF GLASS SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY. THERE WERE NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OR BESIDE US. THERE WAS A LOUD SOUND THAT WAS LIKE A GUN SHOT","quote_2_odi":"11022977","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE EXPRESSWAY, WHEN SHE HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION AND SHAKING OF THE VEHICLE AND WIND COMING FROM THE SUNROOF. THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND REMAINING GLASS WAS POINTED AWAY FROM THE ROOF","quote_3_odi":"11531831","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the sunroof exploded without impact. There were no injuries sustained","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11582973","quote_1_text":"I was just in my second front end collision and for the second time, my front airbags did not deploy. The first instance, I hit a deer head on going 75 mph on the interstate","quote_2_odi":"11515049","quote_2_text":"My 4 runner was hit on the passenger side while crossing a intersection. The truck that hit my 4 runner was going at least 40 miles per hr and was a heavy duty pickup truck. On impact the airbags did NOT deploy but the 4 runner went haywire","quote_3_odi":"10781749","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE IS BRAND NEW WITH 600 MILES ON IT. WIFE DRIVING AT SPEED OF 40 MPH, MAJOR SIDE IMPACT DAMAGE WITH OVER $9000 DAMAGE AND SIDE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11557501","quote_1_text":"The door lock actuators have failed on both the driver side and passenger side front doors. Unfortunately this is a know issue across this model along with others and can be found in several forums","quote_2_odi":"11474476","quote_2_text":"Three of the four locks do not work on a consistent basis. The fourth lock works on occasion. Neither the key fob or the actual key will open the doors on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11205949","quote_3_text":"THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL AT AN ALARMING RATE. MY DRIVER SIDE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR FAILED AFTER ONLY 50,000 MILES. THIS PREVENTS THE CAR DOOR FROM LOCKING, WHICH IS A SAFETY CONCERN DURING A CRASH OR JUST TO PREVENT FORCED ENTRY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss with warning lights while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11173532","quote_1_text":"THE 4RUNNER'S ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SHUTS DOWN COMPLETELY WHILE DRIVING; AS IF SOMEONE WAS SUDDENTLY TURNED THE CAR OFF WHILE DRIVING THEN TURNED IT BACK ON. ALL DASH LIGHTS, INSTRUMENTATION, HEADLIGHTS, RADIO, ETC... SHUT DOWN AND THEN IT RESTARTS AUTOMATICALLY SHORTLY THEREAFTER","quote_2_odi":"11058235","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN THE LEFT LANE AT APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SEIZED AND WAS UNABLE TO BE MOVED. THE ENGINE WAS STILL RUNNING, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11323013","quote_3_text":"MULTIPLE TIMES NOW WHILE DRIVING UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS WE HAVE EXPERIENCED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GOING ROGUE. ABS, VSC, GAS, CHECK ENGINE, ALL LIGHTS WILL RANDOMLY COME ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11434690","quote_1_text":"Toyota 4 runner had a recall for the fuel pump. I have been having starting issues with it ever since. The power is good and the starter tries to turn the vehicle over. But the vehicle won't start","quote_2_odi":"11363259","quote_2_text":"THE FUEL PUMP FAILED DURING DRIVING WHICH WAS DESCRIBED IN A RECALL BUT TOYOTA WILL NOT FIX OR REIMBURSE THE REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11322005","quote_3_text":"ABOUT 4-5 TIMES PER YEAR FOR THE PAST 4 YEARS MY VEHICLE WILL HESTTATE OR STALL FOR 3-4 SECONDS WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE AFTER STOPPING AT A RED LIGHT OR STOP SIGN. THIS HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY, AT NO REGULAR SEQUENCE, AND WITHOUT WARNING OF ANY KIND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-hood-shake-vibration","label":"Hood shake and vibration at speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10765272","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED NEW A 2015 TOYOTA 4RUNNER TRAIL PREMIUM. SINCE NEW IT HAS A HORRIBLE HOOD SHAKING / VIBRATION. HAVE TAKEN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAY THE HOOD METAL IS TOO THIN AND THAT IT IS THIS WAY TO SAVE WEIGHT AND FOLD IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_2_odi":"10725528","quote_2_text":"AT ALMOST ALL SPEEDS AN ESPECIALLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS MY HOOD BOUNCES UP AND DOWN / FLEXES EXCESSIVELY LIKE ITS GOING TO RIP OFF THE CAR. I HAVE HAD 12 CARS IN MY LIFE AND I HAVE NEVER SEEN THIS BEFORE","quote_3_odi":"10861034","quote_3_text":"AS DESCRIBED IN TWO OTHER COMPLAINTS, THE AREA AROUND AND INCLUDING THE SCOOP FEATURE ON THE CENTER OF THE ENGINE HOOD VIBRATES QUITE NOTICEABLY AT SPEED AND HAS SINCE NEW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11506610","quote_1_text":"Steering shudder at 58-70 MPH has become almost unbearable. No warning lights whatsoever - ever! Vehicle has had this issue since 30K miles (110K currently) and Toyota always is \"unable to replicate the issue\" or tells people this is common on the 4 Runners and Tacoma's","quote_2_odi":"11445060","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel shake and vibration at approximately 55-65mph. Alignment and multiple wheel balancing appointments have not fixed this problem","quote_3_odi":"10915208","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE VIBRATED AND THE STEERING WHEEL SHOOK AND MADE A CHATTERING NOISE. THE TIRES WERE REPLACED BECAUSE THE CONTACT THOUGHT THEY WERE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE CONTINUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11208204","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL- CALLED TO MAKE APPOINTMENT TO HAVE THIS ISSUE RESOLVED AND THE PARTS TO FIX RECALL ARE ON BACKORDER","quote_2_odi":"11021040","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: CONFLICTING INFORMATION FOR DETERMINING IF VEHICLE IS SUBJECT TO RECALL. CALLED AUTO AIRBAG SETTLEMENT CENTER AND THEY SAID AFOREMENTIONED VEHICLE WAS SUBJECT TO RECALL AND DEALERS MAY NOT YET BE AWARE OR HAVE INFO TO CALL IN VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11193792","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL AND HOOD. THESE RECALLS HAVE NOT BEEN ADDRESSED. UNABLE TO GET A HOLD OF THE DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2015-xreas-kdss-suspension-leak","label":"X-REAS/KDSS suspension fluid leak","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11465154","quote_1_text":"The \"KDSS\" (kinetic dynamic suspension system) valve located on the frame under the driver's door had corroded to the point where the oil in the system had begun to leak out","quote_2_odi":"11442519","quote_2_text":"This is our third Toyota 4Runner with the \"X-REAS Sport Enhancement Suspension System\". There has been some type of failure of this system on all 3 of the 4Runners we have owned","quote_3_odi":"11289638","quote_3_text":"I'M WRITING YOU TODAY IN THE HOPES THAT YOU CAN INVESTIGATE AND CREATE A RECALL FOR TOYOTA'S X-REAS SUSPENSION SYSTEM. I PURCHASED A BRAND NEW 2015 LIMITED 4RUNNER FOUR YEARS AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11726606","quote_1_text":"On March 6, I was on South bound on Rt 29 in Culpeper County VA at the posted speed limit of 55mph when I hit a debris item on the road","quote_2_odi":"11455028","quote_2_text":"I had a one car head on collision with a tree. Airbags deployed..drivers side knee airbags deployed causing multiple lacerations and large hematoma to both calves","quote_3_odi":"11156961","quote_3_text":"I HIT A CAR THAT PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME ON THE HIGHWAY. I WAS GOING NORTH BOUND AND THEY ATTEMPTED TO TAKE A LEFT FROM A SIDE STREET TO GO SOUTH BOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-backup-camera-blank-screen","label":"Backup camera display blanking during reverse","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11714728","quote_1_text":"Rear view camera / backup camera randomly displays blanks screen. Screen has no other issues noted. Has been occurring over the past couple years","quote_2_odi":"11698672","quote_2_text":"I have a 2016 Toyota 4Runner at 143,011 miles. When it hit 125,000 mile mark the backup camera stopped working intermittently. The screen in the car goes blank","quote_3_odi":"11691933","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while attempting to reverse, the rearview camera displayed a blank screen","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-clear-coat-paint-peeling","label":"Clear coat and paint peeling on exterior panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11741642","quote_1_text":"The paint is failing on this vehicle. The color is 8S6 Nautical Blue Metallic. The paint is peeling on the roof, hood, and two doors. The failure has been confirmed by a body shop","quote_2_odi":"11718254","quote_2_text":"I am reporting premature clear coat failure on a 2016 Toyota 4Runner in Magnetic Gray Metallic. The vehicle has approximately 120,000 miles and has been properly maintained, including regular washing and professional ceramic coating","quote_3_odi":"11607303","quote_3_text":"The entire exterior body clear coat is peeling off. This started about 1.5 years ago on the tailgate. It has now spread to the hood and the top of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11386603","quote_1_text":"DOOR LOCK/UNLOCK ACTUATORS ARE GOING OUT. DRIVER'S SIDE AND NOW FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE. THIS APPEARS TO BE A PREVALENT ISSUE ON LINE, AND NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE. REPLACING ONE COSTS $550","quote_2_odi":"11372284","quote_2_text":"DRIVER DOOR ACTUATOR NOT WORKING TO LOCK DOOR. STILL WORKS TO UNLOCK. LIGHT AND AUDIO DOESNT WORK EITHER WHEN LOCKING. HAVE TO USE KEY. THIS OCCURES WHEN TRYING TO LOCK THE DOOR WITH KEYLESS ENTRY","quote_3_odi":"11324596","quote_3_text":"THE SUV DOES NOT LOCK WHEN I USE THE REMOTE OR WHEN I TRY TO LOCK IT MANUALLY. I REPLACED THE ACTUATOR IN THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR WHICH WAS THE DOOR THAT STAYS UNLOCKED HOWEVER TO NO AVAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-rodent-chewed-wiring-harness","label":"Rodent-chewed wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10993402","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA KNOWINGLY USES A SOY BASED WIRE COATING THAT ATTRACTS RODENTS. SOMETHING CHEWED THROUGH THE WIRING HARNESS MAKING MY VEHICLE SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY AND ACT VERY STRANGE","quote_2_odi":"11514753","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11179959","quote_3_text":"RODENT CHEWED MAIN ENGINE WIRING HARNESS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10954904","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11364611","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING. NOT AROUND ANY CARS","quote_3_odi":"11121247","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF \"EXPLODED\" WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEED ON A DESOLATE ROAD. CAR WAS PARKED AT A BEACH RENTAL FOR 3 DAYS IN THE HOT SUN AND THIS WAS THE FIRST TRIP, HEARD A POPPING NOISE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2016-suspension-spring-strut-failure","label":"Suspension coil spring and strut failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11657438","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has experienced the front coil spring cracking on the right front, the left front cracked at 114K miles","quote_2_odi":"11365182","quote_2_text":"THE 2016 4RUNNER TRD PRO IS A LIMITED PRODUCTION MODEL. TOYOTA SOURCE THE SUSPENSION COMPONENTS FROM AN OUTSIDE VENDOR. MY RIGHT FRONT SPRING FAILED, BREAKING I FOUR PLACES","quote_3_odi":"11557202","quote_3_text":"X-REAS sport enhancement system is failing in a vehicle (2016 Toyota 4 Runner) with 58,000 miles that has always been driven on city streets. Front struts and rear shock absorbers are both leaking and require replacement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2017-brake-pedal-floor-failure","label":"Brake pedal drops to floor, loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11080667","quote_1_text":"APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION ON CITY STREETS I EXPERIENCED TEMPORARY BRAKE FAILURE. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES TO SLOW DOWN THE PEDAL WENT ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE. AFTER ROLLING THROUGH THE INTERSECTION WITHOUT INCIDENT I PUMPED THE BRAKE PEDAL A","quote_2_odi":"11043597","quote_2_text":"BRAKE FAILURE. APPROACHING 4 WAY STOP. WENT TO APPLY BRAKES, HEARD-FELT A POP AND PEDAL WENT TO FLOOR AND LOST ALL BRAKING POWER. THIS IS A NEW VEHICLE. HAD TO USE PARKING BRAKE AND TRANSMISSION TO SLOW TO STOP. FORTUNATELY ONLY GOING 30MPH........STILL ROLLED INTO CENTER OF 4","quote_3_odi":"11054845","quote_3_text":"I PULLED UP TO A STOP LIGHT AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. I STOPPED BUT WHILE I WAS SITTING WITH THE BRAKES APPLIED, MY 4RUNNER STARTED ROLLING FORWARD. I HAD TO PUSH THE BRAKE PEDDLE TO THE FLOOR TO A POINT I COULD BARELY REACH TO GET IT TO STOP AGAIN. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2017-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalls or loses power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11663273","quote_1_text":"2017 Toyota 4 runner SR5 While driving on the highway the vehicle stopped apparently the fuel pump stopped working and could not get going anymore. I had a mechanic come to the house with a PC and test it. He told me that’s a change that will need to take place in a garage","quote_2_odi":"11649210","quote_2_text":"Throttle has a lag when depressing gas pedal (occasionally a dead petal symptom) research indicates a TSB T-SB-0166-10 exist that relates to this issue. Lack of Toyota dealer assistance with this issue when contacted (Toyota of Round Rock Texas 78664) This issues is a safety","quote_3_odi":"11051617","quote_3_text":"CAR STALLED ON THE FREE WAY WHILE DRIVING . THE DASH BOARD HAD A WARNING TO CHECK ENGINE AT DEALER. THE CAR WAS TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP (TANSKY SAWMILL, DUBLIN OH). THEY RESET THE CAR AND IT WAS RETURNED TO US. ACCORDING TO DEALERSHIP, DIAGNOSTICS DETECTED TWO ERROR CODES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2017-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Soy-based wiring insulation attracts rodent damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"10956997","quote_1_text":"AFTER LESS THAN 20 DAYS OF OWNERSHIP OF A NEW 2017 TOYOTA 4RUNNER AND LESS THAN 600 MILES, THE CAR FAILED TO IDLE, SHOWED CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRAC OFF LIGHT STAYED LIT. THE CAR WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND HAD IT TOWED TO THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP. THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE INJECTOR","quote_2_odi":"10970966","quote_2_text":"MY CAR WAS PARKED OVERNIGHT AND THE NEXT DAY WHEN I GOT IN TO RUN ERRANDS AND MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS FLASHING AND MY TRAC OFF LIGHT WAS ON. WHEN I PUT THE VEHICLE IN DRIVE IT WAS VERY SLUGGISH, I CALLED THE DEALER AND THEY SENT A TOW TRUCK. THE TRUCK STAYED OVERNIGHT SO THEY","quote_3_odi":"11722858","quote_3_text":"For the 2nd time in 5 weeks, the main wiring harness and knock sensor have been eaten and destroyed by rodents. This has caused thousands of dollars worth of damage, and it's due to the soy based wiring used in the wiring harness. I cannot keep this vehicle outside for any","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2017-sunroof-window-shatter","label":"Sunroof or window glass shatters while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11684102","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway with no one around me. Temperature was around 60 degrees at 7:15am. My sunroof glass shattered as if it was a gunshot and the glass was pointed outward. It terrified my special needs child and myself and took a while for her to calm down. I drove it","quote_2_odi":"11079706","quote_2_text":"ON THURSDAY MARCH 8, 2018, MY PASSENGER-SIDE FRONT WINDOW EXPLODED AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT THE POSTED SPEED OF APPROXIMATELY 70MPH. NOTHING HIT THE WINDOW, AND I HADN'T HIT A POTHOLE OR ANY BUMP IN THE ROAD, THERE ALSO WAS NO EXTREME CHANGE IN TEMPERATURES ' IT JUST","quote_3_odi":"11057849","quote_3_text":"WE WERE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY FROM DALLAS TO HOUSTON AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN, WE HEARD AND EXPLOSION. AT FIRST WE THOUGHT THAT SOMETHING HIT OUR TRUCK, BUT WHEN WE OPENED THE SUNROOF COVER IT WAS COMPLETELY SHATTERED. SOME PIECES HIT THE CAR BEHIND US, BUT NO ONE WAS HURT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-airbags-no-deploy","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11580036","quote_1_text":"My vehicle was in a collision at 55 miles an hour. Hit 3 grown cows in the highway at nighttime. Totaled my vehicle in the airbags, never deployed period Turn off","quote_2_odi":"11340505","quote_2_text":"HUSBAND FELL ASLEEP AT THE WHEEL GOING 80MPH AND HIT A HUGE EXIT SIGN WHICH HIT THE ENTIRE FRONT BUMPER AS WELL AS THE DRIVER SIDE PASSENGER DOOR AND NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-brake-pedal-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11604973","quote_1_text":"While attempting to stop vehicle for a traffic light brake pedal suddenly goes almost to the floor. This occurrence is random and unpredictable. No dash lights or messages come on indicating any problem. Brake master cylinder is at the proper level and no signs of leakage","quote_2_odi":"11519931","quote_2_text":"My mechanic could not find an issue with the brakes at all, yet when I come to a complete stop, the car starts to creep forward sometimes unnoticeable and the brake pedal slowly sinks","quote_3_odi":"11389041","quote_3_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WITH SPEEDS VARIED 35-60MPH WHEN BRAKES WERE APPLIED VEHICLE LOCKED UP, SOMETIMES PULLING TO ONE SIDE, BRAKES THEN WENT TO FLOOR NOT STOPPING VEHICLE REQUIRING ME TO BRAKE AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-front-differential-transfer-case","label":"Front differential and transfer case failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11603235","quote_1_text":"Two transfer case seals failed at 64,000 miles. Caused excessive oil to leak out of transfer case and onto the exhaust. Safety was put as risk by potential full failure of transfer case which can cause loss of power at speed or leaking oil on exhaust causing a fire","quote_2_odi":"11452413","quote_2_text":"The front differential in our 2018 Toyota 4Runner failed. This caused damage to one of the front axels of the vehicle. The failure can cause difficulties in turning the vehicle. The failure can lead to catastrophic failure of the axels, leading to the wheels to lock up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11460860","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11378226","quote_2_text":"SINCE DISCOVERING THE RECALL, THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WOULD HEAR AN ABNORMAL HUMMING SOUND COMING FROM THE FUEL PUMP WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SOUND CONTINUED UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED","quote_3_odi":"11383292","quote_3_text":"MY 2018 4RUNNER STALLED 12/12 AMIDST MY HAVING MADE A TURN OUT OF MY DRIVE WAY AND COMMENCING ACCELERATION OF THE VEHICLE. MY SPEED COULDN'T HAVE BEEN IN EXCESS PN 20 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-glass-cracking-shattering","label":"Windshield and sunroof glass cracking or shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11355071","quote_1_text":"MOONROOF GLASS SHATTERED RANDOMLY WHILE WAITING AT THE RED LIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11105429","quote_2_text":"SUN ROOF SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING WHILE PARKED IN OUR DRIVEWAY AT HOME. THE VEHICLE IS LESS THAN A YEAR OLD","quote_3_odi":"11161974","quote_3_text":"THE WINDSHIELD IS CRACKING WITHOUT THE TEMPERATURES BEING SO HIGH. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED BUT TURNED ON, WHEN WE TURNED ON THE HEAT AND DROVE IT FOR A LITTLE BIT (6 MILES) WE NOTICED THE WINDSHIELD CRACKING AND WE TURNED OFF THE HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2018-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11079564","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED TO VIBRATE AS THE VEHICLE PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND POWERED OFF THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11139597","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL VIBRATES BETWEEN 55-65 MPH. VEHICLE FEELS UNSTABLE UNTIL IT REACHES APROX 70 MPH. TAKEN TO DEALER 3 TIMES. THEY BALANCED THE FRONT WHEELS, BUT ISSUE RETURNS EVERYTIME, 2-3 WEEKS LATER. TOYOTA SAYS IT IS NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11373655","quote_3_text":"SHORTLY AFTER I NOTICED THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD WOBBLE TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT WHILE DRIVING 50-60 MPH. I HAVE TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THREE TIMES BUT THEY ARE UNABLE TO FIX THE ISSUE EVEN AFTER REBALANCING THE TIRES EVERY TIME AND DOING AN ALIGNMENT ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11697862","quote_1_text":"The airbag sensor in my 2019 Toyota 4Runner has failed, causing the airbag warning light to remain illuminated. This indicates the airbag system may not deploy properly in a collision, which is a serious safety concern","quote_2_odi":"11692312","quote_2_text":"Passenger air bag light indicates air bag off intermediately although my wife is sitting in the seat. Vehicle was examined by Toyota dealer and could not duplicate problem, it is however available for inspection upon request","quote_3_odi":"11698181","quote_3_text":"The representative informed the contact that due to the angle of the impact, the air bags sensors operated as designed and did not deploy the air bags","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-frame-suspension-corrosion","label":"Undercarriage and suspension corrosion","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11634981","quote_1_text":"I took my 2019 Toyota 4 Runner Limited Edition for maintenance/repair and it was identified the entire under carriage and frame is rusting out creating safety issues","quote_2_odi":"11617554","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was discovered that the undercarriage was rusted","quote_3_odi":"11460675","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that he noticed corrosion underneath the vehicle and on the lug nuts","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-fuel-pump-stall-recall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling under recall delay","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11309849","quote_1_text":"NEED TO REMEDY THIS OPEN RECALL OF DRIVING A VEHICLE THAT CAN SHUT OFF WHILE DRIVING AT HIGH SPEEDS. I HAVE BEEN CALLING TOYOTA ON A WEEKLY BASIS ASKING FOR A REMEDY, BUT HAVE NOT BEEN PROVIDED AN ANSWER","quote_2_odi":"11399218","quote_2_text":"RECALL STILL DOES NOT HAVE RESOLUTION IDENTIFIED. UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT HIGH SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11491186","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving 50-55 MPH and attempting to overtake another vehicle, the vehicle failed to respond while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was a 15-second delay in the vehicle response","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11451408","quote_1_text":"The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was diagnosed that rodents were consuming the food-based wires that were coming out of the wiring harness","quote_2_odi":"11444372","quote_2_text":"My 2019 Toyota 4Runner was inhabited by a rat that chewed the wiring harness in at least 3 different areas. The damage occurred between 8pm and 7am","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11423226","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel shakes and wobbles. At times violently. Occurs at 55-65 MPH. Wheels and tires have been balanced countless times. Alignment is in spec. Correct Tire pressure is used. Truck has been inspected by dealer","quote_2_odi":"11436075","quote_2_text":"Vehicle Steering Wheel shakes at speed of 50-60 MPH. Wheels and tires have been rotated and balanced numerous times as my fiancé is a manager at a tire shop","quote_3_odi":"11507244","quote_3_text":"Shaking steering wheel 60-70mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"toyota-4runner-2019-sunroof-windshield-glass","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and windshield glass failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":64,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11553295","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road with no other cars in front or behind me and no impact was made on my sunroof when it just spontaneously exploded. The noise was so loud I jerked my wheel and almost crashed into a ditch","quote_2_odi":"11421615","quote_2_text":"I had been driving for roughly 4 hours when my sunroof exploded/shattered from the inside out. I heard a loud noise and then the sound of the outside air","quote_3_odi":"11298293","quote_3_text":"I WAS SITTING AT A STOPLIGHT AND THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED IN THE MIDDLE FRON THE BOTTOM UP NOTHING HIT IT JUST SITTING AT THE STOPLIGHT AND THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag failure to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11396684","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA 4RUNNER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, WHEN SHE SLID OFF THE ROAD AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT DRIVER AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO","quote_2_odi":"11378306","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A TRAFFIC ACCIDENT AND MY AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11440934","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2020 Toyota 4runner. The contact stated that while the driver who was her father crashed into another vehicle, the air bags failed to deploy. In addition, the contact stated that the braking alert for getting too close to a vehicle failed to illuminate. A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss of pressure at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11455732","quote_1_text":"Break problem after letting car sit overnight and coming up to a stop sign or anything slowly pedal goes to the floor If you pump tge pedal the brakes will come back and seem to work fine except when sitting In a drive-through line with your foot on the brake pedal it'll slowly","quote_2_odi":"11374875","quote_2_text":"WHILE SLOWLY SLOWING THE VEHICLE DOWN, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT COMPLETELY TO THE FLOOR AND LOST ALL BRAKING. AS SOON AS PEDAL IS BROUGHT BACK UP AND PUMPED ONCE OR TWICE, BRAKES REGAINED FUNCTION. NO WARNING OR SAFETY LIGHTS WENT OFF. THIS HAS OCCURRED 3 DIFFERENT TIMES WITH 2","quote_3_odi":"11362080","quote_3_text":"BRAKES ARE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY, THE PEDAL GOES WAY DOWN TO THE FLOOR BEFORE ENGAGING ANY BRAKES. AT IDLE THE BRAKES SEEM TO FUNCTION FINE, AFTER DRIVING AT ABOUT 10MPH THE BRAKES GO BACK TO NOT WORKING AGAIN. DEALERSHIP SAYS THE BRAKES ARE \"NORMAL\" AND I WAS TOLD TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-camera-blank-image","label":"Rearview camera blank image while reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11728004","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and reversing, the rearview camera intermittently displayed a blank image. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer","quote_2_odi":"11590241","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated that while reversing, he became aware that the rear-view camera failed to display an image. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-steering-wheel-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11507249","quote_1_text":"The car shakes when going at speeds as low as 48 mph and as high as 68 mph that I know of. Typically, it shakes heaviest from the mid-50 mph range to the mid-60 mph range. I rarely Drive the full speed limit for energy conservation reasons, so I cannot tell you how much higher","quote_2_odi":"11423369","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel shakes at highway speeds (58-64mph). Steering wheel has shaken as much as 1.5 inches back and forth, causing vehicle to shake while driving at high speeds. The problem has been confirmed by the dealer and has been in 6 times to try to fix it with no change. The","quote_3_odi":"11355697","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL SHAKES DRIVING 58-62MPH ON HIGHWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11475549","quote_1_text":"The sunroof suddenly shattered while driving. The interior glass cracked and rained down on me. The exterior glass cracked. It sounded like a gunshot. It caused cuts, fear from the loud bang and the inability to drive the vehicle out of fear of the remaining glass falling and","quote_2_odi":"11444957","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and heard a Loud bang. When I got home I was looking for the source and there was a big hole in the sunroof from the sunroof shattering. There was no contact from anything the sunroof just shattered on its own","quote_3_odi":"11435369","quote_3_text":"Thirteen months ago I purchased a 2020 4 Runner from Parker Toyota. Last week my sunroof exploded for no reason, there were no rocks or debri that caused this. This is clearly a manufacturers defect of the glass used. I am thankful I wasn’t covered in shattered glass or worse,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2020-suspension-fracture","label":"Suspension component fracture and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11580983","quote_1_text":"I am writing to express my deep concern and frustration regarding the X-REAS suspension system in the Limited Edition 4Runner manufactured by Toyota","quote_2_odi":"11532966","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for a routine inspection, he was informed that the front coil spring was fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-backup-camera-intermittent","label":"Backup camera intermittent operation","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11712755","quote_1_text":"My backup camera does not work consistently. It will sometimes come on and show objects behind me; other times it is a black screen. I have read where Toyota models from 2022 to newer, but not including the 4 Runner, are having major issues with the back up camera…","quote_2_odi":"11707218","quote_2_text":"Rear backup camera has been failing or intermittently working, it is available for insp[ection upon request. This has created a situation upon reversing in driveway where I expect it to be on and dont see a vehicle or trailer behind me. I have hit a parked car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11421989","quote_1_text":"On May 27, 2021 The brakes failed on my brand new 2021 Toyota TRD Off-Road Premium 4Runner. I attempted to brake at a stop light, the brake pedal went to the floor and the car did not stop. Luckily no accident occurred and I was able to drive it home (4 miles). No…","quote_2_odi":"11568310","quote_2_text":"While pulling this vehicle in to my garage about halfway in the brake pedal went to the floor and the vehicle hit a bench on the opposite side of the entrance. After pumping the brakes after waiting about 10 minutes they seemed to work normally. I backed the…","quote_3_odi":"11722616","quote_3_text":"Today while I was driving home from work, in a snow storm, suddenly a low braking power notification and ABS malfunction popped up on my console with loud beeping and my brakes completely stopped working. In order to avoid hitting the car in front of me I had to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-electrical-malfunctions","label":"Electrical system and actuator malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11702645","quote_1_text":"Several door lock actuators have prematurely failed. The first to do so was front passenger door in summer 2024; front driver door lock failed a few months after. Most recently, approximately 4 months ago, the lock actuator for liftgate failed. This poses safety…","quote_2_odi":"11674658","quote_2_text":"Saturday morning July 12th after starting my vehicle, a warning was presented “SRS AIRBAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION”. I immediately took it to the dealership where they ran diagnostics. The service advisor admitted he nor his mechanic had ever seen anything like that…","quote_3_odi":"11425082","quote_3_text":"On 3/30/21 it was discovered that my 2021 4runner with 5500 miles caught fire while parked in my enclosed garage. This event happened while my family and I were sleeping. The fire was discovered @5am at which time the fire department was contacted. The fire was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-led-headlight-glare","label":"LED headlight aim and glare","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11435203","quote_1_text":"When carrying cargo, the cutoff of the LED low beam headlamps is shifted upward blinding on coming traffic and dazzling other drivers. This requires the driver to manually adjust the angle of headlight projection under the hood of the vehicle, as there is not…","quote_2_odi":"11390053","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING IN A SNOWSTORM ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY AT NIGHT ON 1/25/2021, TWO IMPORTANT SAFETY SYSTEMS FAILED DUE TO ICE AND SNOW BUILDUP ON THE VEHICLE. FAILURE 1: THE PRE COLLISION SYSTEM (PCS) WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING TEMPORARY FAILURE OF THE PCS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-steering-wheel-shimmy","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speeds","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741081","quote_1_text":"I just had the tires road force balanced on a haweka with lug-centric balance, and the steering wheel persists shaking from 55-65 mph. From what I have seen is this is a design flaw on this generation of 4 runners called the shimmy. For a newer vehicle this is not only…","quote_2_odi":"11481939","quote_2_text":"Bought the vehicle brand new and have been dealing with a steering wheel/vehicle shake ever since. The vehicle feels out of control around 55-65mph(like death wobble) and the ride is rough at any speed over 50mph. This has been a serious issue on the highway with…","quote_3_odi":"11425077","quote_3_text":"*Steering shudder occurs when driving 55-70mph. *The shudder makes it feel as you have no control over vehicle, especially in wet/snow driving conditions. *dealer technicians have inspected multiple times with no fix. *issue began with in first 500 miles (brand new…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass breakage","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11448221","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota 4Runner. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof exploded, sending glass inside the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the sunroof to be…","quote_2_odi":"11429331","quote_2_text":"I was driving my new car with less than 500 miles on a highway with no other cars around and nothing overhead. It sounded like a gun went off then I could hear the glass falling sliding around on the sunroof shade. The glass was blown outward proving nothing fell…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2021-tire-pressure-failure","label":"Tire pressure loss and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11494264","quote_1_text":"Yokohama 245/60r20 Geolander G96 that came with my brand new 2021 Toyota 4Runner Limited I purchased in December 2020. Over the last several weeks every 7 to 10 days I have needed to put air in all 4 tires. Then I was driving on a smooth paved street arriving at…","quote_2_odi":"11384945","quote_2_text":"TIRE PRESSURE WAS 56 PSI ON ALL FOUR TIRES; MEASURED ON THREE DIFFERENT GAUGES. BRIDGESTONE DUELER H/T TIRES WITH WRITING 'NEVER EXCEED 40 PSI'. NEW CAR PURCHASED 13 DAYS AGO.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-adas-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11479578","quote_1_text":"while driving in a straight line with our adaptive cruise control on, our 2022 Toyota 4Runner will automatically actuate the vehicle's brakes when approaching a slower or stationary vehicle that is either to the left or right, but not directly in front of our vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11710592","quote_2_text":"I was driving and my anti collision brake just started to make a beeping noise and was telling me to call a toyota dealer. And before that the anti collision brake would go off when there was nothing in front of me.  A few months later my cruise control and lane assist also…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11603756","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head-on collision.  The contact stated that the air bags did not deploy. Additionally, the contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11482373","quote_2_text":"I was hit in drivers side by a vehicle that ran a red light, going approx 40 mph.  The force of the collision pushed me into another vehicle.  My car was new in March, had 7100 miles on it,  and none of the airbags deployed, sidecurtain or steering wheel.  I suffered a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal fade and inability to hold vehicle stopped","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11561189","quote_1_text":"Vehicle brakes normally initially at stop lights but then the brakes are unable to hold the vehicle stationary. Brake pedal slowly goes to the floor and vehicle creeps forward into traffic. No warning lights. No brake fluid leaks at wheels. Full brake fluid reservoir","quote_2_odi":"11519178","quote_2_text":"I felt that the brake was not performing properly. When I would stop at stop signs, slow down for traffic, or stop at red lights, the brake pedal felt spongey and the vehicle would not come to a complete stop. As I would step on the brake pedal, the vehicle would slow down, but…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-seat-belt-jam","label":"Seat belt retractor jam and failure to release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11542625","quote_1_text":"My daughter was seated on the passenger side rear of my vehicle. Her seatbelt was on correctly and we were slowing down to pull into the driveway. My daughter said her seatbelt was stuck and wouldn't loosen. She unbuckled the seatbelt and tried to loosen it and remove it from…","quote_2_odi":"11450819","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speed, the contact pulled into a parking lot and parked the vehicle. The contact attempted to exit the vehicle but was stuck in the front driver’s seat. The contact stated that the seat belt would not release from the buckle and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-steering-wheel-shimmy","label":"Steering wheel shake and shimmy at highway speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11539318","quote_1_text":"Aggressive steering wheel vibration from 55-70 mph from the day I drove the vehicle off the lot.  Ignoring the vibration, Toyota claims this 4runner is operating as it is manufactured to do so.  This is causing unnecessary wear on the steering and/or suspension","quote_2_odi":"11519823","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel/steering column/wheels tires/suspension/differential/drive shaft/: steering wheel shimmies, shakes, vibrates, wobbles and usually occurs at 55-68 MPH typically closer to the 62-64 MPH range and \"pulls\"/steers very hard to the right during this time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11549984","quote_1_text":"While doing approximately 65 on clear, sunny, and dry conditions heading north bound on I-65 with no traffic my sunroof spontaneously exploded outwards with enough force to shake the whole cabin. Luckily my sunshade was closed so no shards entered the vehicle at that time","quote_2_odi":"11536974","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the interstate, no other cars, trucks, etc anywhere near us, and the sunroof of our 2022 Toyota 4Runner spontaneously shattered. We were lucky that we had the shade closed on the sunroof when we experienced the gunshot like blast","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2022-xreas-suspension-failure","label":"XREAS suspension early failure and premature tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11725268","quote_1_text":"I felt an unnatural vibration and roll to one side of the vehicle when slowing around a curve on the highway which affected my ability to control the vehicle as expected, so I took it to a mechanic specializing in Toyota.  The XREAS suspension system has already failed at 36,000…","quote_2_odi":"11682702","quote_2_text":"70k mile tires only lasted 45k miles. Tires were worn on the insides after rotations every 5k miles. After changing tires, an alignment and inspection demonstrated the front struts were sagging. 4Runner equipped with XREAS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-backup-camera-image-quality","label":"Backup camera distorted or grainy image display","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11518799","quote_1_text":"Poor image quality of backup camera. Very grainy and sometimes dark image makes it difficult to see what’s behind you when backing up. A small child or pet could easily be missed when backing up due to this poor image quality","quote_2_odi":"11506099","quote_2_text":"while the vehicle was shifted into reverse, the back-up camera displayed a distorted screen. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-drivetrain-shake-vibration","label":"Drivetrain shaking and vibration at highway speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11630469","quote_1_text":"The car was making a groaning sound while turning to the right above 35 mph. And the whole car would shake and my wife said it felt like the car was going to fall apart. The vehicle also needed new sway bar bushings my guess is that is because the shaking caused by the bad…","quote_2_odi":"11574613","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 60 mph on a straight smooth highway only about 4 miles from my home my 4 Runner started violently shaking. The whole vehicle was shaking like the wheels were going to fall off. The steering wheel was shaking and I was shaking due to the amount of…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-low-beam-shadow-pattern","label":"Low-beam headlight shadow pattern on driver side","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11553600","quote_1_text":"when driving in the dark there is large shadow cast on the left side of the throw of the lights. It is far in front of the car, just before the light tapers off into darkness. But it's not just that the headlights are uneven, I have light that surrounds the dark spot. So it's…","quote_2_odi":"11541730","quote_2_text":"When using the low beams, there is a distinctive shadow or blotch that is evident on the driver's side only in the 2023 4 Runner Limited.  I understand from others that it is due to the LED anti glare technology mandated to be used by the government.  This shadow or blotch is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt webbing damage and unbuckling during crash","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11514122","quote_1_text":"my parents jumped into the backseat of my parked car and began putting on their seatbelts. They were met with resistance and were unable to retract their seatbelts. This was very arcane because I seldom have any backseat passengers and I don't load any heavy cargo into my car.…","quote_2_odi":"11715551","quote_2_text":"while her father was driving under 30 MPH on a side road, the driver swerved to miss a deer. The vehicle drove off a hill, rolled over and landed on its top, and all the seat belts simultaneously unbuckled, causing all the passengers to hit their heads against the roof…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11556361","quote_1_text":"While driving the 4Runner on a clear road with no vehicles in close proximity, I heard a loud explosion like noise. I looked around and didn’t see any damage, I didn’t strike anything , nothing hit me. As I continued driving I could hear glass noise above and realized it could…","quote_2_odi":"11682974","quote_2_text":"Started driving on the freeway when we heard something on the roof of the car and when I opened the moonroof cover from inside the car I could see that the entire moonroof had shattered. All the glass was flying off the car and onto the freeway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-tire-steering-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration linked to tire condition","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11668391","quote_1_text":"After a standard tire rotation, I began experiencing severe steering wheel vibration (flutter) at highway speeds (55–65+ mph) and during braking. The issue started immediately after rotation and has not gone away, even after returning the tires to their original positions","quote_2_odi":"11608776","quote_2_text":"while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel and driver's seat began to vibrate violently, prompting the contact to dramatically reduce the speed of the vehicle, but the failure persisted. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2023-windshield-cracking-noise","label":"Windshield cracking and structural noise complaints","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716332","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked approximately 2” from the bottom all the way across while using the defroster to clear ice from it. I was still parked at the time. I am unsure how long it will stay water tight or become worse","quote_2_odi":"11588247","quote_2_text":"A new 4Runner over a year old has an OEM windshield safety concern. The dealership has been polite with my concerns. With normal use, the windshield has been compromised by what appears to have been the slightest road debris. I’m up to 7 repairs","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-air-dam-fasteners-missing","label":"Front air dam or spoiler fasteners missing, panel detaches","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665762","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway yesterday I noticed a vibration and worsening noise. I exited the highway and pulled over into a parking lot. I observed the front air dam/lower valence had come undone","quote_2_odi":"11659600","quote_2_text":"I recently purchased a 2025 4Runner and currently have approximately 1,000 miles on it. On Sunday, as I was driving from Sedona to Phoenix on Interstate 17, I heard an odd sound from the driver’s front tire area","quote_3_odi":"11667006","quote_3_text":"Retaining clips / fasteners missing from front air dam causing the large plastic structure to become dislodged and tangled in steering brakes, suspension or causing unsafe road hazard for other vehicles particularly motorcycles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-airbags-no-deploy-crash","label":"Air bags did not deploy during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742696","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the air bags failed to deploy during the crash. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the leg, arm, and back and was transported to a local emergency room for medical treatment","quote_2_odi":"11711250","quote_2_text":"The air bags did not deploy at any time during the failure. The officer stated that no injuries were reported and no medical attention was given. A police report was filed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-brake-squeal-reverse","label":"Brake squeal and grinding noise, especially in reverse","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719546","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Toyota 4Runners brakes have a very high pitched squeal. This is most noticeable when backing up but sometimes when applying the brakes going forward, especially in wet conditions. I feel the brakes may fail at some point causing an accident","quote_2_odi":"11670113","quote_2_text":"2025 Toyota 4Runner straight from the factory and it is defective. All four brakes shriek going forward and reverse. Although Toyota admits they are aware of the issue as other vehicles have them too, they say they cannot do anything until there is a recall on that model","quote_3_odi":"11684612","quote_3_text":"The brakes in the new 2025 4runner howl and squeal extremely loudly. I avoid braking slowly to try to avoid the noise. The TSB was completed last month: TSB-0046-25. It did not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-engine-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power or reduced power mode","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745715","quote_1_text":"We were traveling north on hwy 23 in southern Minnesota pulling a 5000 lb trailer in the rain and it was windy. When the road split to 4 lane I stepped on the gas to speed up from 55 to 65 and the vehicle studderd and lost all power","quote_2_odi":"11737053","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Toyota 4Runner. The vehicle lost motive power while attempting to access the freeway on three occasions. The reduced power mode message was displayed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-infotainment-screen-failure","label":"Infotainment or camera display fails while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713227","quote_1_text":"On at least 3 occasions the multimedia touch-screen display console has gone blank without warning lamps/messages","quote_2_odi":"11692577","quote_2_text":"Intermittently, the center console (navigation) screen and system crash at random. All audio stop and the screen turns black for a few seconds, before resetting to the default view and disconnecting all previously connected devices","quote_3_odi":"11702423","quote_3_text":"Digital rear view mirror failure, electrical failure, replaced by Manufacturer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-loose-trim-rattle","label":"Loose window glass, hood, mirror, and dash rattling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688423","quote_1_text":"Loose window glass on driver and passenger side,hood wobbles,rear spoiler loose","quote_2_odi":"11683354","quote_2_text":"Side view mirrors shake to the point you cannot see out of them. Car has 2K miles on it and has been to the dealer 5 times over the past month for resolution","quote_3_odi":"11750618","quote_3_text":"The driver’s side window rattles in its tracks when open 2-3”, and when all the way down. Any rough roads will induce the rattle. Toyota master technician has confirmed the rattle in my vehicle and a new 4Runner, which displays the same problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-steering-knock-noise","label":"Knocking or creaking noise from steering when turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722547","quote_1_text":"While going around turns (left or right) over 30mph the vehicle has knocking that can be felt coming through the steering wheel. This is not the driver assist feedback","quote_2_odi":"11697037","quote_2_text":"Steering wheel creaking and knocking noise when turning the steering wheel left and right","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"4Runner","model_slug":"4runner","cluster_id":"4runner-2025-sunroof-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof glass shatters or seal fails, water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746050","quote_1_text":"Traveling on highway with no other cars anywhere around. Going 80 mph on an 80 degree day when sun roof on 2025 Toyota 4 runner exploded","quote_2_odi":"11731554","quote_2_text":"Driving 70 mph on a cloudy 73° day around 6:30 pm no cars immediately around me on I45. I heard a loud gunshot to the point I ducked in my car. Immediately pulled over walked around the car. My Sunroof exploded upwards","quote_3_odi":"11745185","quote_3_text":"Purchased used car from champion motorsports. I was handed a clean carfax report and was told the sunroof had no issues. 8 days later the seal around the sunroof came off and allowed water into the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/4runner","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11749357","quote_1_text":"OUR 2010 TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED WITH 126537 TOTAL MILES AS OF 07/09/2026, SITS IN OUR GARAGE ALL THE TIME EXCEPT WHEN IT SOMEWHERE. THE PROBLEM IS THE DASH IS CRACKING EVERYWHERE","quote_2_odi":"11414639","quote_2_text":"GOOD DAY! I UNDERSTAND THERE WERE DEFECTIVE DASHBOARDS REPORTED FOR CERTAIN 2010 TOYOTA AVALONS. MY 2010 TOYOTA AVALON WAS NOT ON THE TOYOTA WARRANTY LIST TO HAVE THE DASHBOARD REPLACED DUE TO THE CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT","quote_3_odi":"11307575","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD HAS BEEN CRACKING NON STOP AND IT KEEPS ON GETTING WORSE AND WORSE THE WHOLE PASSENGER SIDE DASH. PLUS ITS ALWAYS PARKED IN A PARKING GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight and high-beam bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10361610","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2008 TOYOTA AVALON TOURING MODEL. SINCE LATE JUNE OF 2010 THROUGH OCTOBER OF 2010 THE CAR HAS BEEN DRIVEN ON 3 CONSECUTIVE LONG TRIPS","quote_2_odi":"10586888","quote_2_text":"2010 TOYOTA AVALON WAS TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP (VISALIA TOYOTA) FOR HI-BEAM BULBS EXPLODING WHEN TURNED ON. DEALER REPLACED BULBS BUT THIS HAS NOT SOLVED THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10378763","quote_3_text":"HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING ON BOTH SIDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-rear-sunshade-stuck","label":"Rear window sunshade stuck in raised position","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10873279","quote_1_text":"REAR SUNSHADE IS STUCK IN THE UP POSITION. IT IS DIFFICULT TO SEE OUT OF THE BACK WINDOW. I KNOW MAY AVALONS HAVE THIS SAME PROBLEM. THE COST TO FIX IT IS FAR BEYOND REASON","quote_2_odi":"10794331","quote_2_text":"REAR WINDOW SHADE WOULD NOT RETRACT. DRIVING AT NIGHT IT WAS DIFFICULT TO SEE OUT REAR WINDOW DUE TO SHADE BEING STUCK IN RAISED POSITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-stall-during-low-speed-turn","label":"Engine stall during low-speed turns","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2013-09","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10544159","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED SOMETIMES STALLS AT 20 MPH OR WHEN TURNING LEFT, OR SWITCHING LANES. IT IS AS THOUGH IT PAUSES, BUT DOESN'T DIE","quote_2_odi":"10542016","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED NUMEROUS TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10503459","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A PROBLEM THAT I AM AFRAID COULD CAUSE ME TO HAVE AN ACCIDENT. JUST A FEW MONTHS AFTER PURCHASING MY 2010 TOYOTA AVALON I STARTED HAVING THIS PROBLEM INTERMITTENTLY. SOMETIMES IT KIND OF STALLS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-steering-column-lever-failure","label":"Steering column tilt/telescope lever failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11330837","quote_1_text":"THE LATCH ON THE LOWER LEFT OF THE STEERING COLUMN THAT CONTROLS THE POSITIONING OF THE STEERING WHEEL CONSTANTLY COMES LOOSE. I DISCOVERED THAT AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, GOING STRAIGHT, AND THE STEERING WHEEL SUDDENLY SLID IN AND DOWN","quote_2_odi":"10524101","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON RT 81S IN VIRGINIA WHEN THE TELESCOPING STEERING COLUMN LOCK CAME UNLOCKED. WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES THE STEERING WHEEL COLLAPSED TOWARD THE DASH. SINCE THEN IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"10359854","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL ON MY 2010 AVALON COLLAPSES WHILE DRIVING. I HAVE AN ADJUSTABLE \"TELESCOPE\" STEERING WHEEL THAT ADJUSTS FORWARD AND BACKWARDS. IT IS CONTROLLED BY A LEVER UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL WHICH LOCKS IT INTO PLACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during cruise control or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10298556","quote_1_text":"ON THREE OCCASIONS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS JAMMED OPEN BY FACTORY CLOTH FLOOR MAT. REMOVED THE MAT. 2. ON MULTIPLE RECENT OCCASIONS WHEN THE CAR IS STARTED AND PLACED IN REVERSE TO BACK OUT OF A PARKING SPACE THE CAR WILL NOT MOVE EVEN IF THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED","quote_2_odi":"10316938","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING A 2010 TOYOTA AVALON ON MONDAY 3-1-2010 AT 2PM ON THE 210 GOING WEST AT 70 MPH IN CRUISE CONTROL THERE WAS NO TRAFFIC WHEN I UP THE SPEED TO 75 MPH AND THE CAR TOOK OFF UP TO 100MPH BY ITSELF I PRESSED THE BRAKE TAKING IT OUT OF CRUISE CONTROL THIS HAPPENED IN A","quote_3_odi":"10933905","quote_3_text":"LAST TUESDAY, DEC 6TH, 2016,I STARTED MY TOYOTA AVALON 2010 AND GOT FROM A PARKING TO HIGWAY PR 1, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED OUT OF CONTROL, I STEPPED ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, SHIFTED GEAR TO LOWEST SHIFT, STEPPED ON THE EMERGENCY BREAK AND ONLY STOPPED WHEN I DID PUT IT ON PKG AND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2011-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Power door lock actuator and key fob fail to unlock doors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10968381","quote_1_text":"POWER DOOR LOCK ISSUE. THE PASSENGER AND REAR DOOR LOCKS DO NOT OPEN WITH THE REMOTE KEY NOR WITH THE DOOR-LOCK SWITCH ON THE DRIVER'S DOOR. THE DOORS HAD TO BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY FROM INSIDE THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11121684","quote_2_text":"THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE IS NOT WORKING THIS PART IS TERRIBLY EXPENSIVE TO REPLACE","quote_3_odi":"11383733","quote_3_text":"2011 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE KEY FOB AND DOOR LOCKS. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DOOR LOCKS FAILED INTERMITTENTLY. THE KEY FOB AT TIMES WOULD ONLY UNLOCK THE DRIVER'S DOOR. ALL OTHER DOORS HAD TO BE UNLOCKED MANUALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2011-low-speed-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10967152","quote_1_text":"WHILE PULLING INTO PARKING SPACE AT A VERY SLOW SPEED, WHILE APPLYING BRAKE, THE CAR ACCELERATED UNEXPECTEDLY WITH SO MUCH FORCE THAT IT OVERPOWERED THE BRAKE AND CAUSED A COLLISION INTO A CEMENT POLE WHICH CAUSED MAJOR FRONT IN DAMAGE TO THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11221510","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. WHEN THE CONTACT PULLED INTO THE DRIVEWAY, SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE UNINTENDEDLY ACCELERATED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A GENERATOR AND SPUN IN THE GARAGE","quote_3_odi":"10375409","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO PLACE TO VEHICLE INTO REVERSE WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD WITHOUT WARNING CAUSING HER TO CRASH INTO A CHAIN LINK FENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2011-rear-power-sunshade-stuck","label":"Rear power sunshade sticks or grinds instead of retracting","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11064293","quote_1_text":"THE REAR SUNSHADE IS BROKEN AND WON'T DOWN WHEN I PUT THE CAR IN REVERSE LIKE IT'S SUPPOSED TO. THE SHADE LIMITS MY VISIBILITY. IT'S SO BAD THAT I TRY NOT TO DRIVE AT NIGHT OR DURING FOG OR RAIN BECAUSE I CAN'T SEE AT ALL THEN","quote_2_odi":"11205288","quote_2_text":"REAR WINDOW SUNSHADE MAKES A LOUD GRINDING NOISE IN THE DOWN POSITION. IT MUST REMAIN IN THE UP POSITION AT ALL TIMES. VISIBILITY IS ZERO AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11442918","quote_3_text":"Failure of the Sun shade in the rear causes a problem with visability. Stays stuck in up or down position. Creates a loud distracting grinding noise when in operation and highly reduces visibility through the rear window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2011-recall-15v047000-parts-delay","label":"Recall 15V047000 subwoofer remedy parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11001963","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE DEALER REFUSED TO PERFORM THE REMEDY FOR FREE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","quote_2_odi":"10733027","quote_2_text":"I BROUGHT MY VEHICLE INTO A TOYOTA GARAGE ON 4/13/15 FOR THE SAFETY RECALL ON THE REAR SUB-ROOFER. AT THAT TIME, NO REPLACEMENT PARTS. SUBSEQUENTLY, I HAD THE SUB-ROOFER DISCONNECTED. I JUST CALLED 7/9/15, ALMOST 3 MONTHS LATER AND STILL NO REPLACEMENT PARTS","quote_3_odi":"10726515","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DISCONNECTED THE SUB WOOFER AS A TEMPORARY REMEDY DUE TO THE PART NOT BEING AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2011-telescoping-column-collapse","label":"Telescoping steering column lock lever disengages","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2011-01 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10419597","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A NEW 2011 TOYOTA AVALON LIMITED WITH JUST OVER 1,700 MILES. THE TELESCOPING STEERING WHEEL LEVER LOCATED UNDER THE STEERING COLUMN HAS FALLEN OUT OF THE \"LOCKED\" POSITION FIVE TIMES. WHEN THIS HAPPENS THE STEERING WHEEL COLLAPSES IN TOWARDS THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"11002889","quote_2_text":"STEERING COLUMN POSITION LOCK LEVER CONTINUES TO DISENGAGE. THE LEVER, OVER TIME, WORKS IT'S WAY DOWN UNTIL IT RELEASES THE \"SET\" POSITION OF THE STEERING COLUMN. THIS CAUSES THE STEERING COLUMN TO MOVE OUT OF IT'S SET POSITION WHILE DRIVING WHICH COULD CAUSE A DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"10808741","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL COLLAPSES WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING. TOLD THE PART WOULD BE $800. ONLY 49000 MILES ON THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Frontal airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11316549","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY WHEN AN 18 WHEELER COLLIDED INTO THE VEHICLE WHILE TRAVELLING AT 65 MPH. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER WERE HOSPITALIZED WITH SPINAL","quote_2_odi":"11269414","quote_2_text":"ANOTHER DRIVER RAND A RED LIGHT AND I (T-BONED HIS PASSENGER SIDE) WAS IN A HEAD ON COLLISION. I WAS BREAKING AT THE TIME, BUT STILL IMAGINE I HIT HIM AT BETWEEN 30-40 MPH. THE FRONT END CRUMPLED AS EXPECTED BUT THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. FIREFIGHTERS CUT POWER TO PREVENT THE","quote_3_odi":"11161898","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLES AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY I WAS HIT BY AN 18 WHEELER AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED. THE VEHICLE HAD AT LEAST 2 REAR END HITS BY THIS 18 WHEELER ESTIMATED AT A SPEED IN EXCESS OF 25 MILES PER HOUR FASTER THAN MINE (I WAS GOING AT 70MPH NORTHBOUND ON US 75, NINE MILES SOUTH OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2012-rear-sunshade-stuck","label":"Rear window sunshade stuck in raised position","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11449358","quote_1_text":"There is a rear windshield shade that comes up automatically during a bright or hot day. It has a button to manually bring it up or down also. Just last month the gear inside the shade is broken and it does not come down. If I manually put it down it will come up automatically","quote_2_odi":"11042989","quote_2_text":"REAR DECK SUNSCREEN ACTIVATES AND COMES UP WITHOUT OPERATOR ACTIVATING IT. AND IT WILL NOT GO BACK DOWN WITHOUT MANUAL ASSISTANCE. WITH ASSISTANCE WHEN IT DOES GO DOWN THERE IS A LOUD GRINDING NOISE AND THEN IT WILL COME BACK UP. TO CORRECT THIS SITUATION REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF","quote_3_odi":"10991699","quote_3_text":"THE REAR WINDOW SUN SHADE SCREEN DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. STICKS IN UP POSITION BLOCKING SITE OUT REAR WINDOW. WITH SCREEN DOWN WHILE CRANKING CAR, PUTTING CAR IN REVERSE CAUSES A LOUD NOISE OF GEARS STRIPPING. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF REPORTS ON THE INTERNET COMPLAINING OF THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2012-subwoofer-recall-electrical","label":"Subwoofer recall remedy and related electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10705855","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER. THE TECHNICIAN DISCONNECTED THE SUB-WOOFER AS A TEMPORARY REMEDY DUE TO THE PART NOT BEING AVAILABLE TO REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10726044","quote_2_text":"2012 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE RADIO SUB-WOOFER RECALL NOTICE ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED ON TWO OCCASIONS, HE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER REGARDING THE ISSUE. ON BOTH OCCASIONS, THE DEALER STATED THE HAD NOT RECEIVED THE MEANS OR THE","quote_3_odi":"10783467","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V047000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PARTS WERE UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE REPAIRS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2012-sudden-accel-brake-nonresponse","label":"Sudden acceleration with brake non-response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10522765","quote_1_text":"PURCHASED USED CERTIFIED-USED AVALON WITH 28.3K MILES ON JUNE 8. ON JUNE 15, THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURRED FROM PARKING LOT TO STOP SIGN. APPLIED BRAKES AND NO RESPONSE. AVALON SPED UP AND HAD TO TURN THE CAR TO AVOID ACCIDENT. APPLIED BRAKES AGAIN AND WAS ABLE TO STOP THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10510378","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND SHIFTED INTO DRIVE WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A SCOOTER, A RESIDENTIAL GARAGE DOOR AND A WALL. THE CONTACT WAS NOT INJURED. THE ENGINE RPMS","quote_3_odi":"10596345","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA AVALON . THE CONTACT STATED WHEN SHE CAME TO A SUDDEN STOP SHE WAS CRASHED INTO FROM THE REAR BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE ENGINE RPMS THEN INCREASED AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT HAD TO USE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2012-trunk-lid-falls-closed","label":"Trunk lid falls closed without warning","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10700569","quote_1_text":"THE TRUNK LID IS NOT SUFFICIENTLY COUNTERBALANCED AND FALLS CLOSED EVEN WHEN RAISED TO ITS UPPER LIMIT. SOMETIMES THE LID WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE SWITCH; IT UNLOCKS, BUT DOES NOT OPEN (3 FAILURES). THIS FAILED AT THE DEALERSHIP. THE LID FELL CLOSED, NUMEROUS TIMES, MINOR","quote_2_odi":"10679893","quote_2_text":"THE TRUNK LID FALLS DOWN EVEN IF LIFTED TO HIGHEST POINT. LID IS NOT SUFFICIENTLY COUNTERBALANCED. IF ON A SLIGHT INCLINE WITH THE NOSE UP, THE LID WILL NOT OPEN. DEALER TELLS ME (ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS) THAT IT IS OPERATING AS DESIGNED. YEAH, RIGHT, DESIGNED TO FALL ON MY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-airbag-nondeployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11722855","quote_1_text":"Car into a brick wall, hit on front passenger side at 15 mph no airbag deployed","quote_2_odi":"10627178","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY A DRUNK DRIVER, WHICH CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH THE VEHICLE INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER SEVERAL TIMES. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT AND FRONT PASSENGER WERE","quote_3_odi":"10573606","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WAS IN THE FAR EAST LANE IMMEDIATELY BEHIND A PARKED POLICE VEHICLE. I PLACED MY VEHICLE IN PARK, BUT KEPT THE ENGINE RUNNING. MINUTES LATER, A BLACK CHRYSLER SEDAN DRIVING AT A HIGH SPEED (ESTIMATED AT 55-100MPH PER POLICE REPORTS) WAS BEING PURSUED BY THE POLICE IN A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-fca-recall-parts-delay","label":"Forward collision avoidance recall parts unavailable","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2016-07","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10864897","quote_1_text":"LETTER FROM SENATOR NELSON ON BEHALF OF CONSTITUENT RE THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM FOR 2013 TOYOTA AVALON RECALL NOTICE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE SYSTEM NEVER WORKED PROPERLY AND HE NOTIFIED THE DEALER ABOUT THE PROBLEM IN 2014. IN LATE 2015, A RECALL WAS ISSUED","quote_2_odi":"10840483","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE) WAS RECEIVED IN NOVEMBER OF 2015. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"10838970","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR THE FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE; HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-headliner-separation","label":"Rear headliner separating near moonroof opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10966240","quote_1_text":"THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE I NOTICED ON MARCH 10 2017AND SCHEDULED AN APOINTMENT ON MARCH 15 2017. IS THE HEADLINER HAS SEPARATED AND FALLING DOWN BEHIND MY MOONROOF OR SUNROOF OPENING LEAVING A GAP. PUSH IT BACK UP AND IT POPS BACK LOOSE. IT LOOKS LIKE THE TWO DUAL LOCK","quote_2_odi":"10643621","quote_2_text":"THE MAIN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE IS THE HEADLINER COMING DOWN, IT HAS BEEN TO 2 DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALERS FOR REPAIR, AND TO DATE IT IS STILL NOT CORRECTED. I WAS TOLD BY THE LAST DEALERSHIP, THAT THEY CAN NOT FIX IT ANYMORE, IT IS TAKING AWAY FROM THERE MAN HOURS","quote_3_odi":"10584050","quote_3_text":"THE HEADLINER ON THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WAS NOTED TO BE FALLING DOWN IN AUGUST 2013, JUST TWO MONTHS AFTER PURCHASE OF THE VEHICLE. IT WAS BROUGHT BACK TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR WHERE THEY GLUED IT BACK IN PLACE. JUST A COUPLE OF MONTHS LATER, THE HEADLINER AGAIN BEGAN TO DROOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-rear-sunshade-stuck","label":"Rear window sunshade stuck blocking rear view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11633747","quote_1_text":"1) System Failure: Back window shade. It is available for inspection at any time. 2) Safety of me and others put at risk: When the shade is down I can not see out the back window posing a significant risk to those behind me particularly pedestrians","quote_2_odi":"11194499","quote_2_text":"THE REAR RETRACTABLE SUNSHADE WENT UP AND LOCKED IN PLACE AND WILL NOT RETRACT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES. AT NIGHT IT BECOMES VERY DIFFICULT TO SEE ANY VEHICLES BEHIND YOU. BACKING UP BECOMES A PROBLEM AS WELL FOR IT BECOMES HARD TO SEE PEDESTRIANS AS THEY PASS BEHIND YOU IN","quote_3_odi":"11328161","quote_3_text":"THE REAR SUNSHADE IS STUCK IN THE 'UP' (EXTENDED) POSITION, GREATLY HINDERING VIEW TO THE REAR, BOTH WITH REAR-VIEW MIRROR AND WHEN DRIVER TURNS HEAD TO THE REAR. THIS DEVICE IS DESIGNED TO AUTOMATICALLY RETRACT FROM 'UP' POSITION EVERY TIME THE CAR IS SHIFTED TO \"REVERSE\" GEAR,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-trunk-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into trunk near hybrid battery","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11594045","quote_1_text":"I have a smell of moldy old water what is going on ? Why is water filling up in my trunk? What do my head lights bulb keep going out? WHY HAVEN'T YOU GUYS DONE ANYTHING? For real I have a darn battery in my trunk come on. I already had to purchase a battery","quote_2_odi":"11511354","quote_2_text":"I had a smell of old water in my vehicle while trying to figure out from where it was coming from .I noticed in left and right rear ceiling quarter panels both wet and had water damage. Then I opened my trunk and it also had the same stale water smell. Under the spare tire on","quote_3_odi":"11599833","quote_3_text":"There is a very strong musty smell. 80% of the time it's when I turn on AC. 20% just at random driving times. Whenever car has sat longer then a few hours with all windows up. When open doors is has very musty smell. I have done everything to do with cleaning vehicle. This is a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle speed control malfunction, unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11257036","quote_1_text":"2013 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION CAUSED A CRASH INTO A WALL AND ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIBAGS DEPLOYED. THE DRIVER AND TO PASSENGER RECEIVED MINOR CUTS AND BRUISES. THE VEHICLE WAS","quote_2_odi":"10712249","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE REVERSING INTO A PARKING SPACE, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE BEHIND IT. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND IT WAS UNKNOWN IF ANY INJURIES WERE SUSTAINED","quote_3_odi":"10905948","quote_3_text":"DYNAMIC CRUISE CONTROL TURN ITSELF OFF OR APPLIES BRAKES THIS HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES ON TANGENT SECTIONS WITH NO VEHICLES IN FRONT - HIGHWAY SPEED (70 MPH). THERE IS A SERIES OF BEEPS AND THE CAR SLOWS GRADUALLY OR ABRUPTLY. DASHBOARD INDICATOR SHOWS THERE IS A VEHICLE IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal and side impact crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10898301","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10845542","quote_2_text":"AVALON WAS IMPACTED ON FRONT PASSENGER SIDE BY A VEHICLE TRAVELING ABOUT 40 MPH. THE OTHER VEHICLE WAS A 2006 CHRYSLER TOWN AND COUNTRY VAN. THE CHRYSLER AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. TOYOTA AVALON AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11083832","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. CAR WAS HIT ON SIDE IMPACT (T-BONED) ON DRIVER SIDE FRONT GOING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH ON A 4 LANE HIGHWAY. CAR SUBSEQUENTLY ROLLED OVER ON IMPACT AND WAS PUSHED INTO GUARD RAIL. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED, DRIVER WAS TRAPPED AND HAD TO BE EXTRACTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-dash-chrome-glare","label":"Dashboard chrome trim reflection into driver's eyes","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10598004","quote_1_text":"FEW DAYS AFTER PURCHASING BRAND NEW 2014 TOYOTA AVALON, NOTICED A HIGHLY INTENSE MIRROR LIKE REFLECTION OF THE SUN COMING OFF THE VERY THICK SHINY POLISHED CHROME IN THE DASHBOARD THAT SURROUNDS THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER AND THE AC VENTS IN THE CENTER","quote_2_odi":"10608490","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING SOUTH ON A CITY STREET MIDDAY, IN SUNNY CLEAR CONDITIONS, SUDDENLY EXPERIENCED THE SUNS GLARE FROM AT LEAST 3 SPOTS ON SHINY CHROME COVERED DASHBOARD ALL AT SAME TIME, FROM DIFFERENT SPOTS, BLINDING AND DISTRACTING ME","quote_3_odi":"11510757","quote_3_text":"Dash board is melting which causes it to get shiny which causes it to reflect onto the windshield. This reflection makes it very difficult to see other vehicles, road lines, and traffic direction sighns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-fca-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Forward collision recall part unavailable for repair","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10816834","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A LETTER INFORMING ME OF A PROBLEM WITH THE PCS SYSTEM(RECALL 15V728) AND TOLD TO IMMEDIATELY TURN IT OFF, TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT AND THE DEALER WOULD DISABLE THE SYSTEM UNTIL A FIX WAS PROVIDED","quote_2_odi":"10925295","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11267586","quote_3_text":"PRE COLLOSION SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE TOYOTA DEALER AND WAS TOLD THEY NEEDED TO REPLACE A COMPUTER IN THE SYSTEM AT A COST OF OVER $1000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-interior-trim-degradation","label":"Interior trim and seat surface degradation","component_code":"STRUCTURE, SEATS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11312183","quote_1_text":"ALL LEATHER AREAS ARE STICKY AND DIFFICULT TO USE IN THE CABIN. THE DASH, ALL COVERS, SHIFT NOB, CENTER CONSOLE, AND STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10653973","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A NEW TOYOTA AVALON. AFTER ABOUT A MONTH I NOTICED THE HEADLINER FALLING OFF BY THE SUN ROOF. TOYOTA REPLACED THE HEADLINER","quote_3_odi":"10986211","quote_3_text":"UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, THIS ONE OWNER CARS DRIVER'S SEAT IS FALLING APART. IT BROKE WHERE THE CONTROLS ARE, AND THE LEATHER FINISH OF THE SEAT COVERINGS [BACK AND BOTTOM] PREMATURELY WORE OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-pcs-false-activation","label":"Pre-collision system false activation with panic braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2016-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10865692","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE SEAT BELT INDEPENDENTLY TIGHTENED UP AND THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STOPPED WITHOUT THE BRAKE PEDAL BEING DEPRESSED","quote_2_odi":"10683158","quote_2_text":"THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM ABRUPTLY AND FOR NO APPARENT REASON ACTIVATED ON A FREEWAY IN CHARLESTON, SC. NO CAR OR OTHER OBSTRUCTION WAS IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10609721","quote_3_text":"DRIVING DOWN ROAD.. NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME NO OBJECTS IN ROAD. CLEAR SUNNY DAY WHEN THE PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM ALARM SOUNDED AND THE PCS INDICATOR LIGHT LITE. THE ABS ENGAGED. AND THE CAR CAME TO A COMPLETE AND SUDDEN HALT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-rear-sunshade-motor-failure","label":"Rear window sunshade motor failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11514911","quote_1_text":"The rear window retractable sun visor motor/gears have failed. When this happens, it leaves the sun visor in the up position in the rear window at all times","quote_2_odi":"11267975","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A REAR SUNSHADE ON THIS 2014 AVALON LIMITED VERSION THAT WAS WORKING FINE UNTIL I DECIDED TO PARK MY CAR OUTSIDE IN THE HOT SUMMER IN HOUSTON. THE AUTOMATIC REAR SUNSHADE STOPPED WORKING AND IS NOW STUCK IN THE UP POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11398285","quote_3_text":"THE TOYOTA AVALON HAS A REOCCURRING ISSUE WITH THE SUNSHADE IN THE REAR VIEW WINDOW BREAKING AND STAYING IN THE UP POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10618823","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE SUNROOF GLASS SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"10807164","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED/SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH ON FREEWAY ON NOV. 25-2015. LOUD NOISE (LIKE GUNSHOT OR EXPLOSION), FOLLOWED IMMEDIATELY BY SOUND OF WIND ENTERING CAR AND SHATTERED GLASS ROLLING IN SPACE ABOVE INTERIOR SUNROOF CLOSURE","quote_3_odi":"11035375","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE WITH THE SUN ROOF CLOSED THE GLASS FOR THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED FOR NO EXPLAINABLE REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11607893","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking spot when my car suddenly accelerated to a very high speed. I traveled over a curb, on some pavement, through some bushes, knocked down a light pole and miraculously came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11406432","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA AVALON . THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS LOW SPEEDS, LIGHT PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED","quote_3_odi":"10651770","quote_3_text":"I WAS STOPPING IN A TENNIS COURT PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND HIT A TREE. THE DAMAGE CAME TO ABOUT $7,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11661245","quote_1_text":"Accident June 12, 2024 air bag did not deploy. hit on passenger side no air bags deployed. Air bag not able to be reset","quote_2_odi":"11203313","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S AIR BAG FAILED. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO STOP THE VEHICLE IN TIME AND REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONT DRIVER'S AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-brake-stopping-failure","label":"Brake pedal travel and extended stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11093611","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD BEFORE STOPPING THE VEHICLE…","quote_2_odi":"11328191","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP IMMEDIATELY CAUSING THE BRAKING DISTANCE TO BE EXTENDED. THE BRAKE SENSOR WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-cabin-water-leak","label":"Water leak into cabin near sunroof and windshield","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11658794","quote_1_text":"05/04/2025 First of all, we love our Avalon. However, for the last 6 months or so, water is getting in the car and ends up soaking the carpet on the left front floorboard carpet. We have checked everything we can think of to find the source of the leak but was uneasily…","quote_2_odi":"11288939","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN LEAKING. WE HAVE NARROWED DOWN TO THE SUNROOF OR TOP PORTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. CAN NOT PIN POINT LEAK, BUT AFTER COVERING WITH TARP IN PARTICULAR AREAS WE HAVE NARROWED IT DOWN TO THE SUN ROOF OR W/S. THE DRAIN PLUGS ARE CLEAR IN THE SUN ROOF.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-dashboard-power-loss","label":"Dashboard and display panel power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11062563","quote_1_text":"TIME TO TIME EVERYTHING ON THE DASHBOARD OF MY CAR SHUTDOWN (LIGHTS, NAVIGATION, STEREO SYSTEM E.T.C. ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES, IT MOSTLY HAPPENS WHEN I DRIVE, ALSO THE DASHBOARD MAKES A NOISE WHICH SOUNDS LIKE A CLICK…","quote_2_odi":"11089004","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS AN ELECTRICAL MALFUNCTION IN THE VEHICLE, WHICH SHORTED OUT THE DISPLAY PANEL WITHOUT WARNING…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-pcs-recall-parts-delay","label":"Pre-collision system recall repair parts delay","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"10840340","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V728000 (FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE…","quote_2_odi":"10837093","quote_2_text":"PCS RECALL. THE DEALER DISCONNECTED THIS SAFETY SYSTEM THE BEGINNING OF JANUARY AND WITH NUMEROUS INQUIRIES I HAVE RECEIVED NO FIX DATE. THIS IS A NEW CAR AND ONE OF MY REASONS FOR BUYING WAS THE PCS SAFETY SYSTEM AND THEY CAN'T FIX IT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-pcs-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended braking from pre-collision system","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11518883","quote_1_text":"While driving the pre-collision system (PCS) turns on unexpectedly, without any warning lights or sounds, and applies the brakes. This happens when I am driving in traffic with plenty of space between the car in front of me…","quote_2_odi":"10785402","quote_2_text":"THE PROBLEM IS WITH THE DYNAMIC RADAR CRUISE CONTROL (DRCC). IT APPLIES THE BRAKES FOR NO APPARENT REASON. BELOW ARE DESCRIPTIONS OF 5 OF ABOUT 20 SUCH INCIDENTS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-tire-blowout","label":"Tire blowout at highway speed","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11548028","quote_1_text":"I have tire size P225 / 45 R 18. Michelin Primacy mxm4. The compalint tire exploded at 65 MPH (the speed limit). The falure caused the car to swerve into the next lane which was occupied by another car at the time…","quote_2_odi":"11408017","quote_2_text":"HAVE TOYO EXTENSA AS II TIRES ON CAR WITH APPROXIMATELY 10,000 MILES ON TIRES. ON INTERSTATE 69 IN HOUSTON RUSH HOUR WITHOUT WARNING THE LEFT REAR PASSENGER TIRE BLEW OFF RIM. LEFT AT 70MPH WITH ONLY RIM ON THE BACK TIRE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11308465","quote_1_text":"ON FEB. 5, 2020 AT ABOUT 6:30 AM, MY WIFE WAS PULLING UP BEHIND CARS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, AS SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES TO STOP, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, SHE PRESSED THE BRAKES AS HARD AS SHE COULD…","quote_2_odi":"11543398","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated while pulling into a parking space, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, drove over the curb, and crashed into bushes. The air bags did not deploy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2016-engine-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation during acceleration from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11276855","quote_1_text":"ENGINE HESITATES FOR A FEW SECONDS WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP OR A SLOW SPEED IN CITY TRAFFIC. THE DEALER SAID IT WAS A COMPUTER LEARNING PROCESS AND IT SHOULD GO AWAY. PROBLEMS HAS BEEN AROUND SINCE NEW IN 2016","quote_2_odi":"11090804","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE'S AVALON HESITATES FOR 3 OR 4 SECONDS INTERMITTENTLY DURING ACCELERATION WITHOUT WARNING. THE YELLOW TRIANGLE LIGHT COMES ON THE DASH BOARD DURING THE HESITATION. I SEEMS TO OCCUR MORE OFTEN AFTER TURNING LEFT AND ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"10956795","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA AVALON. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT LOW SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO RESPOND AND SUDDENLY SURGED FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2016-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering or exploding while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11691211","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof glass shattered. The contact stated that there was no glass inside the vehicle because the sunroof shade was in the closed position","quote_2_odi":"11192924","quote_2_text":"THE MOON ROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY WITH ALL WINDOWS SHUT","quote_3_odi":"10955045","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION, A LOUD BOOM NOISE WAS HEARD AND THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2016-sunroof-trim-detach","label":"Sunroof weatherstripping and trim detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11326966","quote_1_text":"THERE ARE TWO PIECES OF ACCORDIAN SHAPED TRIM THAT CONTINUALLY FALL FROM INSIDE THE SUNROOF. I HAVE HAD THE DEALERSHIP REINSTALL THEM - AND THEY CHARGED ME. HOWEVER, THEY CONTINUED TO FALL FROM THE SUNROOF AND THEY ARE NOW STORED IN THE TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11185484","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT TO BACK SIDE RUBBER WEATHERSTRIPPING THAT MOVES WITH THE SUNROOF AS IT OPENS AND CLOSES CONTINUES TO FALL OFF. THERE ARE TWO PIECES LIKE THIS, ONE ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE THE OTHER ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2016-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag recall remedy and notification issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11322736","quote_1_text":"RECALL OF 1/2020 STILL HAS NO REMEDY FROM MANUFACTURER AND NO ANTICIPATED DATE OF REMEDY AVAILABILITY (NHTSA RECALL NUMBER 20V024)","quote_2_odi":"11171952","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" AIRBAG. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH MY AIRBAG LIGHT AND YELLOW TRIANGLE LIGHT COMING ON WHILE DRIVING FOR 3 DAYS. THE FIRST INCIDENT OCCURED WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING THE AFTERNOON AFTER DEALERSHIP HOURS","quote_3_odi":"10906359","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I PURCHASED MY NEW CAR ON MAY 4TH, 2016. THE RECALL WAS ISSUED APRIL 13TH, 2016, BEFORE I MADE THE PURCHASE. THE DEALERSHIP SOLD ME THIS WITHOUT NOTIFYING ME OF THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11497996","quote_1_text":"Air Bag did not deploy during a major front end collision. Resulted in total loss of the vehicle.","quote_2_odi":"11242028","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE WAITING AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, A VEHICLE TRAVELING AT HIGH SPEEDS CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLES FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.…","quote_3_odi":"11233352","quote_3_text":"2018 TOYOTA AVALON. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAGS THAT DID NOT DEPLOY DURING AUTO ACCIDENT. *LD *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-fuel-pump-recall","label":"Fuel pump recall and engine power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11495198","quote_1_text":"Intermittently, unpredictably, for several seconds at a time, the engine almost quits, especially when accelerating So far, it has not happened in heavy traffic, but if it did, it would create a possibly major safety hazard. I have not taken it to a dealer yet.…","quote_2_odi":"11350749","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2018 TOYOTA AVALON THAT IS SUBJECT TO RECALL FOR A POTENTIALLY DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP. I TOOK THE CAR IN 8/3/2020 TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I WAS ADVISED THE DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE CORRECT FUEL PUMP IN PARTS AND THAT IT WILL BE LATE SEPT. OR OCT.…","quote_3_odi":"11341599","quote_3_text":"CHECKING ON THE STATUS OF THE FUEL PUMP RECALL?? WAS SUPPOSED TO GET A NOTICE BY MAY BUT HAVE NOT RECEIVED THE NOTICE YET. I ENTERED THE 17 DIGIT VIN NUMEBER IN YOUR FORM BUT GOT NO RESPONSE.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-pre-collision-braking","label":"Pre-collision braking system non-response","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11415720","quote_1_text":"THE PRE-COLLISION BRAKING SYSTEM DOES NOT APPEAR TO WORK. SEVERAL TIMES WHEN CARS IN FRONT OF US HAVE SLAMMED ON THEIR BRAKES, THE PRE-COLLISION BRAKING SYSTEM DOES NOT RESPOND.…","quote_2_odi":"11132427","quote_2_text":"THE PRE-COLLISION DETECTION SYSTEM DOES NOT OPERATE. DEALERSHIP MIKE ERDMAN TOYOTA OR TOYOTA HEADQUARTERS IN TEXAS WILL PUT IN WRITING THAT THE SYSTEM WORKS NOR WILL THEY DO AN ACTUAL TEST TO PROVE THAT IT IS OPERATIONAL.…","quote_3_odi":"11111801","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA IN THEIR ADS SHOW THE AVALON TO STOP BY ITSELF IN FRONT OF OBSTACLES AND PEOPLE. MY TEST SHOWS THIS NOT TO BE THE CASE WITH MY CAR. TOYOTA ADVISED TO HAVE THE CAR CHECKED AND THIS WAS DONE.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-rear-visibility","label":"Rear visibility from backup camera and rear window","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11207521","quote_1_text":"THE BACK UP CAMERA DISPLAY CLEARLY SHOWS THE REAR LICENSE PLATE. VEHICLE PURCHASED MAY 25, 2018. THE CAMERA AND DISPLAY WORKED FINE UNTIL 4/23/2019, DID NOT SHOW THE REAR LICENSE PLATE.…","quote_2_odi":"11121781","quote_2_text":"A. DAY DRIVING IMPAIRED VISIBILITY-REAR WINDSHIELD: A REAR WINDSHIELD VISIBILITY PROBLEM EXISTS WITH THE 2018 TOYOTA AVALON ON SUNNY DAYS.. THE COMBINATION OF THE STEEP ANGLE OF THE REAR WINDSHIELD AND THE LIGHT INTERIOR ON THE BACK DECK BEHIND THE REAR SEATS CREATES A GLARE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-speed-control","label":"Acceleration and cruise control speed changes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11532109","quote_1_text":"Date of safety issue: July 12, 2023 Location: Piper Glen Shopping Center, Rea Road, Charlotte NC (destination was Run For Your Life at 6416 Rea Road - within the shopping center). Time: Approximately sometime between 1:30 and 2:00 ET Police Report Complaint # - [XXX]…","quote_2_odi":"11219860","quote_2_text":"IN DYNAMIC RADAR CRUISE CONTROL, THE CAR DOES NOT ACT AS DESCRIBED ON PAGE 237 OF THE OWNERS MANUAL. THE MANUAL STATES EVEN WITHOUT CANCELING THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE SET SPEED CAN BE INCREASED BY FIRST ACCELERATING THE VEHICLE TO THE DESIRED SPEED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2018-steering-assist-loss","label":"Steering assist loss and pull at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11430947","quote_1_text":"At approximately 42000 miles with no significant issues and no front end damages, the steering failed as I was driving at highway speed (70 mph) on a 2 lane road approaching a 90 degree curve. The power steering warning light and a separate triangle warning light appeared…","quote_2_odi":"11271236","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE SPEED BETWEEN 60-70 MPH THE CAR SUDDENLY JERKS TO THE RIGHT. I HAD THE CAR CHECKED BECAUSE IT FELT SCARY (AS IF I WOULD HIT THE CAR IN THE NEXT LANE) I HAD THE PROBLEM CHECKED THROUGH A REPUTABLE SERVICE CENTER- THE TORQUE STEERING WAS OFF;…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-aeb-cruise-control-malfunction","label":"AEB and adaptive cruise control malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11552788","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking space when the car suddenly accelerated, jumped the curb and hit a tree. The car has auto-braking but this system did not function to stop the car","quote_2_odi":"11417486","quote_2_text":"This incident has happened twice in three years. Hence it is a very rare occurrence. Both times involved the same events. Cruise control was on. I was traveling in the left lane of the interstate highway, approaching an 18-wheel truck which was in the right lane. When I was","quote_3_odi":"11384521","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DYNAMIC CRUISE CONTROL HAD BECOME INOPERABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE DYNAMIC CRUISE CONTROL MALFUNCTIONED AND THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING ACTIVATED AND THE VEHICLE CAME TO AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-bsm-backup-camera-fault","label":"Blind spot monitor and rear camera detection fault","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11719450","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing the same malfunction with my backup camera/parking assist software that a million other VINs were recalled for. I called Toyota and was essentially told that not enough people from my cars' \"batch\" have complained. The malfunction is inconsistent, sometimes the","quote_2_odi":"11687086","quote_2_text":"Recurring issue with blind spot and rear cross traffic malfunction alerts. Toyota had issued a service bulletin for this concern. Dealer had to reprogram the module under part: 39151 T-SB-0034-19. CODE C1AB4 and C1AB5","quote_3_odi":"11549096","quote_3_text":"A year ago my 2019 Toyota Avalon started displaying a message that the RCD (rear camera detection) was unavailable. I tried working with the dealership that sold me the car, but they ignored me. I went to another Toyota dealership and they said it would cost approximately $2000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-dcm-module-startup-noise","label":"DCM module failure with high-pitched startup noise","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11726374","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally report a serious and ongoing safety issue involving the Telematics / Data Communication Module (DCM) installed in Toyota vehicles. This issue presents a clear risk to driver and passenger safety and warrants immediate corrective action. The DCM is","quote_2_odi":"11615414","quote_2_text":"When starting the vehicle, an extremely high pitched noise is emitted from the speakers. The safety of my young child is at risk every time I start the car because this could cause irreparable hearing loss. This is a known issue across many Toyota models as I've found through","quote_3_odi":"11545731","quote_3_text":"The car emitted a very loud, high pitched sound, lasting several seconds when starting the vehicle, which was very painful. At the same time, red and green lights are seen flashing a few times next to the SOS button. This has happened twice in the past month","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-fuel-pump-stall-recall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling under campaign 20V012000","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11367055","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA AVALON. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE TURNING INTO HER NEIGHBORS DRIVEWAY, WHEN THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11323813","quote_2_text":"THE FUEL PUMP FAILED, MY 2019 TOYOTA AVALON STALLED IN TRAFFIC PUTTING EVERYONE IN HARMS WAY. AND THERE WAS NO WAY TO GET TO SAFETY, MANY WERE AT RISK, WHY? THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND STOPPED! IT WAS A TURN AFFECTING DRIVERS BEHIND ME, IN FRONT OF ME, INVOLVING TRAFFIC ON TWO","quote_3_odi":"11319947","quote_3_text":"NOTHING HAS HAPPENED YET, BUT I HAVE A NEW CAR, 4800 MILES ON IT, 3/17/20 I REC'D A RECALL NOTICE BECAUSE ITS FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM, TOYOTA SAYS, MAY SUDDENLY STOP WORKING WHILE I AM DRIVING AND I WON'T BE ABLE TO RESTART THE CAR ASSUMING I HAVEN'T BEEN KILLED. I DO NOT WANT A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-headlight-illumination","label":"Low-beam headlight illumination inadequate at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11307980","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS, WHEN ON LOW BEAM, IN NON AMBIENT LIGHT CONDITIONS (TOTAL DARKNESS) DO NOT PROJECT FAR ENOUGH TO DETECT PERSONS WALKING ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD OR CARS PARKED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, ESPECIALLY IF THE ROAD IS UNDULATING (DIPS, CURVES, HILLS). HEADLIGHT PROJECTION","quote_2_odi":"11288116","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA AVALON. WHILE DRIVING IN LOW LIGHT CONDITIONS OR AT DUSK, THE HEADLAMPS FAILED TO PROVIDE SUFFICIENT ILLUMINATION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS UNSAFE TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO JOSEPH AIRPORT TOYOTA (1180 W NATIONAL RD","quote_3_odi":"11181381","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA AVOLON. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS DISCOLORATION ON THE HEADLIGHT UNITS. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT COULD NOT SEE THE ROAD CLEARLY AT NIGHT AND HIS VISION WAS IMPAIRED. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2019-ua80-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shuddering and hard shifting at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":68,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11746113","quote_1_text":"UA80 transmission issues. High pitched whining Erratic and hard shifting shuttering and hesitation Issue has been diagnosed by dealership Toyota Technician and independent service center ASE Certified technicians. Car is still drivable, with no warning lamps as of yet. Issue","quote_2_odi":"11743610","quote_2_text":"The transmission needs to be replaced. My car has 75,146 miles and my check engine light came on while I was driving down the interstate. I took it to the Toyota dealership and they confirmed that the transmission needed to be replaced. I was told it would cost $8,600. I was","quote_3_odi":"11282119","quote_3_text":"THESE ISSUES OCCUR CONSISTENTLY WHILE DRIVING ON A LOCAL SIDE STREETS AT LOW SPEEDS, BETWEEN 0-35 MPH. (1) WHEN EXECUTING A STOP AND GO EITHER AT A STOP LIGHT OR A STOP SIGN, MY 2019 AVALON XLE EMITS A \"JERKING\" MOTION BEFORE IT DECIDES TO KICK INTO GEAR. THE \"JERKING\" CAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2021-airbag-ocs-recall","label":"Front passenger airbag occupant sensor recall (23V865)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11678360","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is under Safety Recall 23V865 (Toyota dealer reference 23TB15) due to potentially defective Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger seat, which may prevent the airbag from deploying properly. The recall was issued in December 2023…","quote_2_odi":"11678629","quote_2_text":"There is no remedy available to fix the OCS sensor in front passenger seat of our 2021 Toyota Avalon. We are scared to drive it. What are our options since Toyota will not help.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2021-cruise-radar-inoperative","label":"Cruise control and radar sensor inoperative","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11659486","quote_1_text":"Cruise control stopped working while driving interstate speed. Would not work and all lights on dashboard came on . Proceeded to Nearest dealership and was informed that I needed a brake switch. Did not fix the problem. Have been informed that I need a wiring harness…","quote_2_odi":"11489699","quote_2_text":"Stopped working with a message ' radar control in not available'","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Avalon","model_slug":"avalon","cluster_id":"avalon-2021-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11635159","quote_1_text":"While driving our 2021 Avalon on a busy interstate,the engine failed on us unexpectantly. This cathostrophic failure without warning startled my finance and ruined xmas holidays. The car was towed to a local Toyota dealership who diagnosed the issue as low oil pressure…","quote_2_odi":"11505882","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Avalon. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle failed to properly accelerate and stalled. The contact restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle drove as designed. There were no warning lights illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/avalon","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"bZ4X","model_slug":"bz4x","cluster_id":"bz4x-2024-12v-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain and failure to start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11618908","quote_1_text":"On two occasions in the last month, when attempting to start the car, it doesn’t start, the interior dash lights start flickering, and a notification displays stating, “Parking brake cannot be applied”. I then have to “jump” the 12-volt battery. The main issue is the…","quote_2_odi":"11644322","quote_2_text":"**Report to NHTSA – 12-Volt Battery Issue in Toyota BZ4X** **Vehicle Information:** - **Make & Model:** Toyota BZ4X - **Issue:** 12-Volt Battery Drain **Description of the Problem:** I have been experiencing repeated issues with the 12-volt battery in my Toyota BZ4X. If the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/bz4x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"bZ4X","model_slug":"bz4x","cluster_id":"bz4x-2024-adas-uncommanded-activation","label":"Advanced driver-assistance system uncommanded activation","component_code":"STEERING, WHEELS, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11663632","quote_1_text":"Steering system, potentially related to electric power steering (EPS) or driver-assist systems (lane keeping or steering assist). While completing a routine right-hand turn, my husband began to straighten the steering wheel when the steering system suddenly and sharply turned…","quote_2_odi":"11692228","quote_2_text":"I am writing to formally report ongoing issues with my Toyota bZ4X that raise serious safety concerns. The vehicle has been inspected twice by authorized Toyota service centers, and each time I have been told that no problems were found. However, the following issues continue to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/bz4x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"bZ4X","model_slug":"bz4x","cluster_id":"bz4x-2024-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake system failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11740953","quote_1_text":"While operating my 2024 Toyota bZ4X at very low speed on the road , I observed a stationary shipping container directly ahead and applied the brake pedal with maximum force approximately 4 seconds before contact. I held the brake pedal at full pressure continuously. I never…","quote_2_odi":"11739440","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a sudden, catastrophic brake-by-wire system failure while operating in one-pedal driving (Regeneration Boost mode). While decelerating at a low speed behind an 18-wheeler semi-truck, the vehicle failed to continue slowing down. I immediately depressed the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/bz4x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"bZ4X","model_slug":"bz4x","cluster_id":"bz4x-2024-bumper-shield-water-detachment","label":"Front bumper and undercarriage shield detachment in water","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11666897","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], while driving through a common roadway puddle at a safe speed, the front bumper on my BZ4X detached from the undercarriage shield and tore away from the clips. This type of damage is clearly disproportionate to the conditions and reflects a deficiency in structural…","quote_2_odi":"11664415","quote_2_text":"I was driving very slowly (5 to 10 MPH) through a rain storm on May 28th. The water rose to about 6 inches (fairly still, not rushing water), and I heard a loud and alarming noise under the car. I drove on for one block on a neighborhood street until I could get to higher…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/bz4x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"bZ4X","model_slug":"bz4x","cluster_id":"bz4x-2024-hvac-compressor-failure","label":"HVAC air conditioning compressor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11735209","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The HVAC system, specifically the electric A/C compressor, has failed. The system produces a loud grinding/buzzing noise and has been diagnosed by authorized Toyota dealerships as…","quote_2_odi":"11654242","quote_2_text":"The air conditioner/heat pump has went out twice in 5 months. AC compressor failure poses several safety risks, including the potential for fires, refrigerant leaks leading to health hazards, and increased humidity fostering mold and mildew growth, which can worsen indoor air…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/bz4x","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"toyota-chr-2018-cvt-bearing-failure","label":"CVT internal bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":188,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":309,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11755297","quote_1_text":"CVT transmission total failure. Clunking and grinding.","quote_2_odi":"11741135","quote_2_text":"Transmission bearing which caused entire transmission to fail.","quote_3_odi":"11728463","quote_3_text":"Complete transmission failure.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"toyota-chr-2018-electric-parking-brake","label":"Electric parking brake malfunction","component_code":"PARKING BRAKE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":309,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11659012","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message \"EPB and traction control fault detected\" was displayed…","quote_2_odi":"11658441","quote_2_text":"The electric parking brake system on my vehicle has malfunctioned and is stuck in the engaged position, preventing my rear brake pads and rotors from being changed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"toyota-chr-2018-forward-collision-avoidance","label":"Forward collision avoidance false alert","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":309,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11672986","quote_1_text":"The forward collision warning goes off and automatically slams the breaks, when nothing is in front of it. It does this on highways as well…","quote_2_odi":"11746975","quote_2_text":"I bought the car in May of 2021 with roughly 40,000 miles. It is now June of 2026 and I have roughly 111,000. Regularly maintenanced. My front sensor system went out last year, so I cannot use cruise control, auto brights, lane assist, emergency braking system…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2019-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and bearing wear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":73,"date_range":"2021-06 to 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11718396","quote_1_text":"Car started making high pitch noise when moving, it is the CVT transmission failing at 125k miles. Toyota describe the CVT fluid as lifetime and no recommended maintenance required.","quote_2_odi":"11711451","quote_2_text":"The transmission went out of my 2019 Toyota CHR due to bearing failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2019-electrical-system-failure","label":"Electrical system malfunction and battery failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 to 2023-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11328010","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MILES PER HOUR IN HIGHWAYS CAR SPEED DOWN 20 MILES PER HOURS AND COULDN'T ACCELERATE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11507448","quote_2_text":"Vehicle only has 40K miles and it has been giving me battery issues along with an engine spurring sound. The vehicle stopped running suddenly and provided me with a check engine light as well as EPB malfunction. Contacted a mechanic and he believes it may be a manufacturer issues...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2019-forward-collision-false-activation","label":"Forward collision system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 to 2025-04","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11482952","quote_1_text":"The system is malfunctioning. Indicators on dash come on showing pre collision system is off. And I have to manually go into the controls, turn it on, but it doesn't immediately turn on. I have to exit out, and enter the menu several times to get it to turn back on. It happens...","quote_2_odi":"11486330","quote_2_text":"The camera that controls Adaptive Cruise Control, Forward Collision Warning, and Automatic Emergency Braking shuts off during high-temperature weather. This was brought up to the dealer, and they dismissed it as normal. This occurs randomly and during the adaptive cruise control...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2019-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 to 2022-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11482953","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked while sitting in my carport overnight. No impact damage, cracked from bottom of Windshield and is halfway across the Windshield. Filing insurance claim this week.","quote_2_odi":"11386742","quote_2_text":"GOT INTO MY CAR AND CLOSED THE DOOR AND THE WINDSHIELD CRACKED, THERE IS NO IMPACT POINT FROM A ROCK, IT JUST CRACKED RIGHT BEFORE MY EYES, IT'S A CRACK ABOUT 20 INCHES LONG, AFTER RESEARCHING THIS, I'VE FOUND THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, I'VE ALSO SEEN SEVERAL...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2020-cvt-whine-bearing-failure","label":"CVT transmission whine progressing to bearing failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11757556","quote_1_text":"CVT bearing disintegrating. Expected repair cost is $10k-$12k. Purchased about a year ago and still owe almost 20k on the loan","quote_2_odi":"11743202","quote_2_text":"Started hearing a whining noise shortly after buying this car and found out it is an internal bearing failure inside the CVT transmission that is widely known in these vehicles to fail","quote_3_odi":"11704223","quote_3_text":"The bearing in the transmission has failed at 92384k miles. This is a known issue and Toyota has not issued a recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2020-sudden-loss-of-acceleration","label":"Sudden stalling or loss of acceleration while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11756861","quote_1_text":"While driving, my 2020 Toyota C-HR suddenly lost acceleration in the middle of the road, with the vehicle failing to respond to throttle input. This has now happened twice","quote_2_odi":"11733254","quote_2_text":"While taking off in my 2020 Toyota C-HR on the highway, the CVT transmission suddenly failed, resulting in an immediate and significant loss of propulsion power","quote_3_odi":"11682654","quote_3_text":"Transmission is failing prematurely. Family in car. Car stalls and fails to move in middle of busy intersection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2020-tire-tread-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497522","quote_1_text":"One tire blowout less than 2k miles, Sidewall and tread on all other tires, not holding air, losing traction causing lose of control and hydroplaning 215/60 17R Pro Continental","quote_2_odi":"11434640","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota C-HR. The contact stated that on two separate occasions, the front passenger tire has had become defective; once for a blowout and another for excessive tread wear","quote_3_odi":"11395228","quote_3_text":"MY TIRE BLEW OUT ON BACK PASS A GET SIDE I ONLY HAVE 9500 MILES THE TIRES WERE ROTATED AND BALANCED AT 5000 BOUGHT SEPT 18","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2021-collision-avoidance-faults","label":"Pre-collision and lane assist system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11740356","quote_1_text":"On May 26, 2026 I was driving on the highway at around 50mph and the vehicle swerved to the right on its own causing me to swerve back and forth between two lanes for about 10 seconds. The wheel moved on its own causing me to use force to try to get the car back in control","quote_2_odi":"11441138","quote_2_text":"While driving my vehicle and with small children present on 11/18/21 the vehicle suddenly force brakes with the forward collision warning there was nothing forward of me and this incident nearly causes a rear end accident","quote_3_odi":"11526793","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, she collided with a deer attempting to cross the freeway. The contact stated that the collision was the result of the pre-collision avoidance system failing to activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2021-ecu-programming","label":"Incorrect ECU programming","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11455635","quote_1_text":"Improper programming. ECU vehicle is an LE trim but the computer states that it is an XLE Premium","quote_2_odi":"11440400","quote_2_text":"incorrect programming - ECU","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2021-seat-belt-lockup","label":"Seat belt lockup and retraction faults","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11489446","quote_1_text":"Drivers seat belt lockes up when tension feature is not necessary. Both problems may cause an accident wich may cause serious injuryor death apon impact","quote_2_odi":"11541450","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 mph, while depressing the brake pedal the failed to stop and the vehicle and crashed into a brick mailbox. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. No air bags deployed, and the front driver side seat belt failed to retract","quote_3_odi":"11526384","quote_3_text":"My Chr Toyota 2021 has many issues, seat belt lock I have a pair of scissors just in case, usb don't work correctly, windshield wipers gets stuck right in the middle, brakes noise, back seat rug detaching from the floor, radio, Bluetooth, front seats move forward by it self","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"C-HR","model_slug":"c-hr","cluster_id":"c-hr-2021-transaxle-bearing-failure","label":"CVT transaxle bearing failure with whining noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11736933","quote_1_text":"The car has developed a growl/whine from the transmission. A trip to the mechanic determined that it sounded as if a bearing inside the transmission is failing","quote_2_odi":"11706249","quote_2_text":"Electrical failure of the transmission. No inciting incident. Confirmed by the dealership who has done all maintenance on the vehicle. Vehicle suddenly cannot go above 25mph and will not shift gears. Vehicle has approx 60k miles on it","quote_3_odi":"11684835","quote_3_text":"Original owner. Vehicle has internal failure of transaxle at exactly 60,000 miles. All routine services for the life of the car has been completed by a Toyota dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/c-hr","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-abs-vsc-brake-failure","label":"ABS/VSC brake actuator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11542299","quote_1_text":"My ABS isn’t working properly prohibiting me to drive safely","quote_2_odi":"11554981","quote_2_text":"The ABS brake actuator, part 44510-30270, initially failed in January of 2021 while traveling on the highway from Los Angeles to San Francisco","quote_3_odi":"11661626","quote_3_text":"The brake pedal pulses back when applied and felt very hard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Airbag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11700975","quote_1_text":"The airbag warning light comes on at times constantly and occasionally intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11315476","quote_2_text":"WAS T-BONED ON MY DRIVER'S SIDE DOOR AT 40MPH AND NO AIRBAG DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11366947","quote_3_text":"AS I GOT ON THE HIGHWAY THE AIRBAG LIGHT TURNED ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-dashboard-melting","label":"Sticky, melting dashboard causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11725828","quote_1_text":"My 2007 Toyota Camry has a severely melted and sticky dashboard, a known manufacturing defect (Program ZE6)","quote_2_odi":"11635725","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that gradually over time the dashboard had started peeling and cracking","quote_3_odi":"11423617","quote_3_text":"In December 2020, while garaged, my entire dashboard cracked without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11734219","quote_1_text":"My 2007 Toyota Camry was manufactured with faulty piston rings that Toyota acknowledges that causes the engine to burn oil","quote_2_odi":"11706673","quote_2_text":"Since early ownership, the vehicle has suffered from excessive engine oil consumption","quote_3_odi":"11493571","quote_3_text":"My car burns oil excessively causing an increased risk for the engine to overheat and stall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor detachment and failure to stay stowed","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11387740","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SUN VISOR DOES NOT STAY IN THE UPRIGHT STOWED POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11422807","quote_2_text":"Drivers side sunvisor failed and broke off while driving","quote_3_odi":"11564438","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the driver's side sun visor had separated and detached","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2007-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":3614,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11710124","quote_1_text":"I continued to apply brakes all the way to the floor and couldn’t get it to stop, so ran into the businesses’s van","quote_2_odi":"11533201","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed with the accelerator pedal depressed, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated","quote_3_odi":"11427831","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle independently lunged forward while his foot was on the brake pedal and shifting gears without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2008-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":1178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11071812","quote_1_text":"THE AIR BAGS IN MY CAMRY NEVER DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11439277","quote_2_text":"I was driving behind a box truck and they made a abrupt stop so I had to as well and I rear ended the truck my brake peddle went all the way to the floor none of my airbags went off not one","quote_3_odi":"11463097","quote_3_text":"There were no air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2008-brake-actuator-failure","label":"ABS brake actuator failure with VSC warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11151281","quote_1_text":"MY ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILED WHILE DRIVING CAUSING THE BRAKES TO STOP FUNCTIONING PROPERLY","quote_2_odi":"11383953","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING UPHILL ALL OF A SUDDEN I RECEIVED MULTIPLE WARNINGS ( NOISE, BRAKE LIGHT, EXCLAMATION POINT, AND A MESSAGE ABOUT ABS)","quote_3_odi":"11074327","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF BRAKING ABILITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2008-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Melted, sticky dashboard reflecting glare onto windshield","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11684214","quote_1_text":"The dashboard has become soft, shiny, and sticky to the touch, especially in warmer temperatures","quote_2_odi":"11731209","quote_2_text":"The dashboard in my 2008 Toyota Camry LE has deteriorated over time and has melted, becoming sticky and glossy","quote_3_odi":"11544827","quote_3_text":"My daughter was involved in a crash on Feb 14th, 2023 because visibility was very seriously constrained because the dashboard was reflecting from the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2008-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11649704","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption after 1000 miles low oil pressure warning comes on","quote_2_odi":"11375482","quote_2_text":"MY TOYOTA CAMRY IS USING EXCESSIVE AMOUNTS OF ENGINE OIL","quote_3_odi":"11221997","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS RUNNING GREAT UNTIL NOW, IT HAS 120,000 MILES NOW AND IS STARTING TO BURN A LOT OF OIL BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, IT BURNS ABOUT ONE QUART EVERY 800 TO 1000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2008-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor detaches and blocks forward vision","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":1178,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11518996","quote_1_text":"Driver's side visor suddenly broke to the full down position blocking forward vision unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"11243809","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR FAILED CAUSING IT TO HANG DOWN AND OBSTRUCT VISIBILITY","quote_3_odi":"11189862","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR HAS FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2009-abs-vsc-warning-lights","label":"ABS/VSC warning lights with reduced braking performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":1412,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11514195","quote_1_text":"The ABS light came on and there was this high-pitched beeping noise that would not stop as I was driving, when I tried to press the brakes I noticed that it was barely working and had to pull over on the side","quote_2_odi":"11425992","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the ABS module was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11455295","quote_3_text":"The ABS light came on, the actuator pump makes loud noises and brakes don’t function correctly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2009-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1412,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11723543","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at approximately 40 MPH, another vehicle ran a stop sign and collided with the drivers front side of the vehicle and the air bags did not deploy as intended","quote_2_odi":"11702700","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was involved in a rollover crash at 60 mph that ended in striking a tree, which intruded upon the entire backseat area","quote_3_odi":"11257470","quote_3_text":"FRONT END WAS TOTALED, FRAME EXPOSED, AREA SURROUNDING AIRBAG TRIGGER OBVIOUSLY SMASHED AND EXPOSED, YET NO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2009-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1412,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11655938","quote_1_text":"The dealer diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the engine was consuming an excessive amount of engine oil","quote_2_odi":"11513991","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the pistons were locked and the engine needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11486523","quote_3_text":"The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the piston rings were faulty and the engine needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2009-sticky-melting-dashboard","label":"Sticky, melting dashboard causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":102,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1412,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11755951","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2009 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was a glare coming from the dashboard, making it difficult to see out the windshield while driving","quote_2_odi":"11661773","quote_2_text":"But now the dashboard has melted so much that it now reflects sunlight into the windshield so badly that it is has become a safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11373370","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE DASHBOARD BECAME STICKY AND SHINY. THE SHINY SERVICE CAUSES A BLINDING GLARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2009-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor detaches or will not stay up","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":1412,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11266925","quote_1_text":"SUN VISORS WILL NOT STAY UP CAUSING HAZARDOUS VIEW OBSTRUCTION","quote_2_odi":"11265756","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BROKE OFF. UNABLE TO BLOCK THE LOW HORIZON SUN FROM SHINING INTO THE DRIVER'S FACE WHEN DRIVING TOWARDS THE SUN","quote_3_odi":"11235325","quote_3_text":"THE SUN VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP. IT DROPS AND HANGS DOWN BLOCKING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment during collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11173829","quote_1_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN MOTION ON A CITY STREET. MY STEERING WHEEL AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11166426","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HER MOTHER WHO OWNED A 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5-10 MPH AND MAKING A LEFT TURN INTO A SHOPPING CENTER, THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL WELL BY AN ONCOMING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10787140","quote_3_text":"WHILE GOING TO WORK, OTHER VEHICLE DID NOT STOP ON STOP SIGN AND MAKE LEFT AND HIT MY CAR IN FRONT, I WAS GOING STRAIGHT. DURING COLLISION AIR BAG NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2010-dashboard-melting-glare","label":"Dashboard surface melting causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11737839","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle out of the garage and driving the vehicle, the contact later noticed that the dashboard was melting and was sticky, causing a reflection on the windshield and a glare","quote_2_odi":"11582371","quote_2_text":"The dashboard is melted and creates a horrible glare that is blinding. I was never informed of any recall. Toyota claims when I called today that there was a recall that expired in 10/2019 that I was never notified on","quote_3_odi":"11506799","quote_3_text":"The dashboard is melting, creating utterly shiny layer on top, making it almost impossible to drive ( due to glare and reflection in windshield) during even during normal daylight, let alone at night with incoming traffic headlights on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11173932","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE BURNS OIL EXCESSIVELY 2 QTS PER OIL CHANGE EVERY 3000 MILES. I'M AFRAID THIS ENGINE MAY FAIL ON THE HIGHWAY FROM LACK OF OIL ON A LONG TRIP AND IF I DO NOT CHECK EVERY WEEK DURING REGULAR COMMUTES","quote_2_odi":"11255195","quote_2_text":"THE FIRST INCIDENT HAPPEND ON 8/3/2019, MY OIL LIGHT BLINKED ON AND OFF AND IT WAS NOT TIME FOR AN OIL CHANGE. SO I CHECKED IT THE NEXT DAY AND I HAD NO OIL IN MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11193908","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE IS BURNING TOO MUCH OIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2010-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor detachment obstructing driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11128125","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISORS SUDDENLY FELL DOWN AND OBSTRUCTED THE DRIVER'S VIEW","quote_2_odi":"11006385","quote_2_text":"SUN VISOR FLOPS DOWN OBSTRUCTING DRIVER'S VIEW. THIS IS A KNOWN DEFECT AND TOYOTA ISSUED AN EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR 7 YEARS OF WARRANTY REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11373097","quote_3_text":"THE SUNVISOR ON DRIVERS SIDE JUST FELL OFF AND NOW IT IS VERY HARD TO SEE OUTSIDE BECAUSE OF THE GLARE FROM LIGHTS AND SUN.I WAS DRIVING WHEN IT FELL OFF THE BRACKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended or sudden acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11233574","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA CAMRY 2010, WAS DRIVEN TO DENTIST OFFICE PARKING LOT. WHILE PARKING THE BRAKE WAS PRESSED TO BRING IT TO A STANDSTILL. HOWEVER, IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND LEAPED FORWARD AND SMASHED AGAINST AN IMMOVABLE WALL IN FRONT","quote_2_odi":"11113182","quote_2_text":"ON MY MORNING COMMUTE I HAD TO INITIATE A FAST ACCELERATION BY DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL FULLY TO GAIN SPEED AND UPON TAKING MY FOOT OFF THE PEDAL I NOTICED IT REMAINED DEPRESSED FULLY AND CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE","quote_3_odi":"11033709","quote_3_text":"2010 TOYOTA CAMRY. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE UNINTENDED ACCELERATION CAUSED A CRASH INVOLVING THREE CARS. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal and side crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11713051","quote_1_text":"Our daughter was driving our car at 40 Mph. Driver comming from other direction turned into trying to turn left. Other driver hit our car head on, left front driver side area. No airbags deployed. Car equipped with front and side airbags","quote_2_odi":"11679349","quote_2_text":"I rear ended another vehicle and my airbags didn’t deploy bags did not deploy. The impact was hard enough to cause me to hit the steering wheel and I also hurt my hand. The front of my car was completely damaged and the car was considered a total loss","quote_3_odi":"11433883","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle crashed into the driver's side of the vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. The contact did not know whether there were warning lights illuminated as he was knocked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-ball-joint-suspension-failure","label":"Front lower ball joint and suspension failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11719303","quote_1_text":"Premature Ball Joint Wear A loosened ball joint may separate from the knuckle and could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. This recall is from 2014. I barely purchased it not long ago. I have been having the oil from my ball joint driver side wheel","quote_2_odi":"11114086","quote_2_text":"I WAS MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ON A SIDE STREET WHEN MY STEERING WHEEL BECAME HARDER TO TURN AND I LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE. THE RIGHT FRONT LOWER BALL JOINT HAD BROKEN OFF CAUSING THE ENTIRE TIRE AND TIE ROD TO DETACH FROM THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11162781","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE UNCONTROLLABLY VIBRATED. ALSO, WHILE TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, IT FELT AS IF IT WOULD DETACH FROM THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11469199","quote_1_text":"My 2011 Toyota Camry is using too much oil. I am the original owner and have always kept up with the oil changes. The car only has 76,822 miles. The first thing I noticed when I started my car up was lights on dashboard stayed on a few seconds longer than normal which the oil","quote_2_odi":"11290825","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS NO LEAKS, BUT THE OIL CONSUMPTION IS SUBSTANTIAL. HAS TO ADD ABOUT 1 QUART AND A HALF EVERY 700 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11572941","quote_3_text":"My 2011 Toyota Camry LE (2.5L, 2WD, 4 cylinder, automatic transmission) has been experiencing problems with oil consumption. I have to add a quart of oil between oil changes (add 1 quart every 2000 miles). I'm using the recommended oil type (OW-20)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-odometer-mileage-discrepancy","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at purchase","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11698267","quote_1_text":"The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 209,800 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 138,005 on the title","quote_2_odi":"11658357","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to check the vehicle on Carfax, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale","quote_3_odi":"11672700","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was an unknown sale","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-sticky-melting-dashboard-glare","label":"Sticky, melting dashboard causing windshield glare","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11755875","quote_1_text":"The contact's wife owns a 2011 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the sun was reflecting off the dashboard, which caused a glare onto the windshield. The glare obstructed the driver's vision and caused a dangerous driving condition","quote_2_odi":"11543634","quote_2_text":"The dashboard has turned into sticky glue. Called Toyota and they said that they had send a mail regarding recall to get it fixed. I never received a letter and now they are saying that it is no longer under the warranty","quote_3_odi":"11051330","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DASHBOARD MELTED AND WAS STICKY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER (AUTONATION TOYOTA SCION, WINTER PARK, FL, 407-678-1234) WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-sun-visor-detachment","label":"Sun visor detachment obstructing driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11413968","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WOULD DROP DOWN INDEPENDENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD TO MANUALLY HOLD UP THE SUN VISOR WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11100452","quote_2_text":"WHILE APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE SUN VISOR JUST DROPPED DOWN, BLOCKING MY VIEW OF THE INTERSECTION AND TRAFFIC LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11138769","quote_3_text":"SUN VISORS SEEM TO HAVE NOT BEEN PROPERLY INSTALLED WITH CORRECT PARTS WENT ON LINE AND GOOGLE IT SEEMS THAT A LOT OF THIS YEAR HAS SAME PROBLEMS SO THEY WHERE HANGING AND IT MAKES HARD TO SEE THE ONE ON THE DRIVER SIDE FELL OFF EITHER WAY IT'S UN SAFE YO DRIVE LIKE THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":621,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11661240","quote_1_text":"The car accelerated uncontrollably for no apparent reason. I was pulling into a parking slot, preparing to put the car in park and stop the car. All of a sudden the car accelerated and slammed into a building","quote_2_odi":"11431533","quote_2_text":"Upon backing up out of a parking space, the car was put in drive and accelerated excessively. It accelerated and didnt allow actions to control the vehicle. The airbags were deployed so we assumed it accelerated to at least 35 mph. The vehicle slammed into a brick wall","quote_3_odi":"11072266","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PLACED IN REVERSE, IT ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A COMPOST BIN, A FENCE, AND A SNOW MOUND, WHICH CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE REAR AND SIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":644,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11750348","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2012 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed uphill during flooding conditions, the vehicle slipped and hydroplaned. The contact attempted to correct the steering but lost control of the vehicle, causing the vehicle to","quote_2_odi":"11408272","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE COLLIDED WITH ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11229615","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A WALL. THE FRONT AND REAR DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WERE DAMAGED. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2012-door-lock-actuator","label":"Power door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":644,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11230798","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT PASSENGER AND REAR DRIVER DOOR LOCKS/UNLOCKS INTERMITTENTLY. SOMETIMES, I HAVE TO LOCK/UNLOCK MANUALLY, OTHER TIMES IT WORKS WITH THE KEY FOB. THERE IS NO RHYME, REASON OR PATTERN TO WHEN IT DOES OR DOESN'T WORK","quote_2_odi":"11229608","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL THE DRIVER DOOR IS NOT LOCKING OR UNLOCKING WHEN BUTTON IS PUSHED ON THE REMOTE OR ANY BUTTONS IN THE CAR AT ANY TIME. THE ONLY WAY TO LOCK OR UNLOCK IS TO USE THE KEY IN THE DOOR OR TO MANUALLY LOCK AND UNLOCK ACTUAL LOCK","quote_3_odi":"11205034","quote_3_text":"OVER THE COURSE OF MY OWNERSHIP OF THIS CAR, TOYOTA CAMRY HYBRID 2012, ALL 4 LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE MALFUNCTIONED AT LEAST ONCE. RECENTLY, THE DRIVER'S FRONT SIDE LOCK ACTUATOR STOPPED WORKING FOR THE SECOND TIME AND THE ONLY WAY TO LOCK AND UNLOCK THIS DOOR, IS TO DO SO MANUALLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2012-engine-stall-driving","label":"Engine shuts off unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":644,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11579394","quote_1_text":"My 2012 Toyota Camry has started shutting off If I do a hard stop or quick stop by pressing on the breaks. My car will be on, in drive and completely turn off. The lights on the dashboard will all flash on then it turns off","quote_2_odi":"11318533","quote_2_text":"ON TWO OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING, THE ENGINE TURNED OFF FOR APPROXIMATELY 1 OR 2 MINUTES, LEADING TO A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKES AND THE STEERING. THEN IT AUTOMATICALLY TURNED BACK ON, AND I COULD CONTINUE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11288955","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING, ALL OF THE LIGHTS (OIL, BRAKE, ABS, CHECK ENGINE) ALL OF IT CAME ON AT THE SAME TIME AND MADE A NOISE AND THE CAR SHUT DOWN , WHILE I WAS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2012-eps-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":644,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11391138","quote_1_text":"I HAD TROUBLE STARTING MY CAR, SO I RECEIVED A JUMP. MY CAR STARTED UP JUST FINE AND WAS DRIVING NORMALLY. AFTER ABOUT 2-3 MINUTES, I HAD NOTICED THE EPS LIGHT POP UP ON MY DASH. AT THAT POINT, MY CAR BECAME DIFFICULT TO STEER","quote_2_odi":"11353071","quote_2_text":"ON HWY 65 MPH POWER STEERING WARNING LIGHT CAME ON THEN LOST POWER STEERING AND THEN CAR DIED IN MIDDLE OF HWY AT 65 MPH SKIDDED TO A STOP. IT WAS VERY FRIGHTENING","quote_3_odi":"11195447","quote_3_text":"ELECTRIC POWER STEERING GOES OUT DURING DRIVING, CAUSES LOSS OF POWER AND INABILITY TO STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2012-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and vibration during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":61,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":644,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11757762","quote_1_text":"2012 Toyota Camry LE developed severe transmission shudder/vibration during normal driving, especially around 25–35 mph and 45–60 mph. The vehicle also experienced noticeable vibration when shifting into Reverse and Drive","quote_2_odi":"11734130","quote_2_text":"Recall was completed on 11/25/14 for a shudder when hitting 35 to 50. The recall was a software issue and they show that a torque converter may have been needed at a later date to further correct the issue","quote_3_odi":"11670619","quote_3_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding a known and documented issue affecting my 2012 Toyota Camry (VIN: [XXX] ), which has developed a transmission shudder and vibration between 20–50 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11048674","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, AN ONCOMING VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10810794","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE DRIVER CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP AND MADE A LEFT TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY, A PASSING VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11139520","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL BECAME DETACHED AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-brake-failure-to-stop","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10971542","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND MY CAR DID NOT STOP NOR EVEN SLOWED DOWN. I PUMPED THE BRAKE PEDAL TWO MORE TIMES, AGAIN, AND THE CAR DID NOT STOP NOR SLOWED DOWN UNTIL I HIT THE BLACK VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_2_odi":"10916519","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE BRAKE, ABS, AND MAINTENANCE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11573234","quote_3_text":"Vehicle brake assist hold was engaged, foot still depressed on the pedal. The car released the brake hold and starting rolling at 5 mph even with my foot still on the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-power-door-lock-failure","label":"Power door lock failure across multiple doors","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11118515","quote_1_text":"THREE OF FOUR CAR DOOR LOCKS, ALL OF WHICH SHOULD BE AUTOMATIC, HAVE STOPPED WORKING WHEN TRYING TO LOCK/UNLOCK THE CAR, BOTH WITH REMOTE AND INSIDE OF CAR USING DRIVER'S SIDE CAR LOCK BUTTONS","quote_2_odi":"11011250","quote_2_text":"TWO OF THE DOOR LOCKS NO LONGER WORK WITH THE KEY FOB OR THE BUTTONS ON THE DOOR PANEL; THE KEY MUST BE USED TO UNLOCK THE DOOR OR YOU HAVE TO SLIDE THE LOCK MANUALLY","quote_3_odi":"11428682","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the rear driver’s side interior door latch was not able to open the door. The dealer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was no recall associated with the VIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-seat-belt-buckle-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle failure to latch or release","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11554434","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while attempting to unbuckle the front passenger’s side seat belt, the seat belt failed to release from the buckle. After further attempts to release the buckle, the anchor assembly fractured","quote_2_odi":"11424910","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front driver’s side seat belt would not lock or remain secured in the buckle. The seat belt warning light remained illuminated at all time","quote_3_odi":"11191074","quote_3_text":"STARTED WITH THE PASSENGER FRONT SEATBELT. SEATBELT WOULDN'T LOCK IN TO THE FEMALE PART HAVE TO KEEP TRYING IT UNTIL IT WORKS. DRIVER SEATBELT HAD THE SAME PROBLEM UNTIL ONE DAY A SPRING WAS STICKING OUT OF THE FEMALE PART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-sunroof-shatters","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11394750","quote_1_text":"WHILE MY CAR WAS SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY, MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. IF I HAD BEEN DRIVING, THIS WOULD HAVE BEEN VERY DANGEROUS. THE EVENING BEFORE I HEARD A \"POP\". THAT NIGHT, I COULD NOT LOCATE THE SOURCE. THE NEXT MORNING, I REALIZED MY SUNROOF HAD SHATTERED","quote_2_odi":"11271210","quote_2_text":"THE MOON ROOF GLASS OF TOYOTA CAMRY 2013 HYBRID EXPLODED (WITH A BOMB LIKE SOUND) AND WAS SHATTERED TO PIECES, WHEN DRIVING ON A 4-LANE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH, ON A PARTLY CLOUDY DAY AT AROUND 4:00 PM","quote_3_odi":"11090846","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE DROVE MY 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY SE DOWN TO THE TWIN CITIES FOR A BRIDAL SHOWER ON SATURDAY AFTERNOON, APRIL 28, 2018. SHE HAD JUST GOTTEN ON TO I-494, DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEED, WHEN SHE HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11437141","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 30 MPH, the vehicle started to shudder and jerk while the vehicle accelerating at speeds of 45 MPH or above","quote_2_odi":"11189682","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUTTERED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11365593","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA RECALLED MY 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY FOR A TORQUE CONVERTER THAT IS CAUSING A SHUDDER IN THE CAR WHEN DRIVING BETWEEN 5-50MPH THAT THEY ARE CLAIMING IS EXPIRED. BIG SAFETY ISSUE!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2013-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration without pedal input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11023730","quote_1_text":"I WAS VISITING SOMEONE AT A HOSPITAL. I ENTERED THE PARKING GARAGE AND PROCEEDED TO THE 2ND FLOOR. I BEGAN TO ENTER A PARKING SPACE SLOWLY WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL, WHEN THE CAR ACCELERATED AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED ALL BY ITSELF FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10746531","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A WALL","quote_3_odi":"10874838","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING AT A LOW SPEED, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED. IN ADDITION, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11592888","quote_1_text":"I was in an accident going approximately 35 mph. The car was deemed a total loss after inspection. There was damage to both left and right bumper, hood and pretty much the entire front of the car crumpled. The airbags did not deploy at all. I believe they failed and should have deployed","quote_2_odi":"11102468","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT BLACKED OUT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE RAN A STOP SIGN AND CRASHED INTO A CONCRETE BARRICADE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR BRUISES THAT DID NOT REQUIRE MEDICAL ATTENTION.…","quote_3_odi":"11619414","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2015 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH during nighttime, an animal jumped on the roadway and veered to the side attempting to avoid the animal. The steering wheel failed to turn in the desired direction and crashed into a guard rail.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster failure and pedal to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11118944","quote_1_text":"BRAKE BOOSTER - MY VEHICLE HAS 43,000 FOR 2015. ALL SERVICES ON MY VEHICLE HAVE BEEN WITH THE DEALER. BLAKE FLUID IS LEAKING INTO THE BRAKE BOOSTER CAUSING THE BRAKE MAINTENANCE LIGHT TO COM ON. THE BRAKE BOOSTER IS NORMALLY NOT A PART THAT SHOULD FAIL SO SOON.","quote_2_odi":"11686874","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to decelerate, there was an abnormal sound while depressing the brake pedal and the brake went to the floorboard. No warning light was illuminated.…","quote_3_odi":"11034761","quote_3_text":"WHILE I WAS DRIVING ON FREEWAY AT 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT DOWN TO THE FLOOR AND MADE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND. THE DASHBOARD FLASHED WARNING LIGHTS \"BRAKE\" AND A 2ND WARNING OF \"CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM\". I IMMEDIATELY PULLED OVER AND CONSULTED THE MANUAL WHICH SAID STOP IMMEDIATELY…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption without leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11570657","quote_1_text":"The car burns oil excessively, I bought this car 11/07/2022 every week to 2 weeks I have to put 2-2 1/2 quarts of oil in. There is nothing wet under the car no oil stains anywhere so oil is not leaking. I spend so much money on oil it's not normal.","quote_2_odi":"11267352","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE USE OF OIL. IN ABOUT 5000 MILES THE ENGINE IS ALMOST EMPTY. INSPECTED AT THE TOYOTA DEALER NO LEAKS FOUND.","quote_3_odi":"11115721","quote_3_text":"THE LAST TIME THAT I TOOK MY OIL IN TO BE CHANGED, I WAS TOLD THAT I WAS 3 QUARTS LOW AND TO CHECK IT EVERY WEEK AS THIS YEAR AND MODEL HAVE BEEN HAVING ISSUES WITH THE OIL BURNING UP. I AM JUST ABOUT DUE TO TAKE MY CAR IN AGAIN FOR ANOTHER OIL CHANGE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-eps-loss-seize","label":"Sudden power steering loss and seizing","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11329267","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE AND SUDDENLY I COMPLETELY LOSS POWER STEERING CONTROL. I NEARLY CRASHED! MY STEERING BECAME VERY DIFFICULT TO MANAGE WHILE IT MADE AN AWFUL \"GRINDING\" NOISE WHEN I ATTEMPTED TO STEER THE VEHICLE.…","quote_2_odi":"11118572","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER STEERING ABILITY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING MOTOR FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED.…","quote_3_odi":"11279868","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE STEERING SEIZED FOR APPROXIMATELY THREE MINUTES. THE CONTACT VEERED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED, IT RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-eps-pull-veer","label":"Electric power steering pull and veer","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11384902","quote_1_text":"CAR SPORADICALLY PULLS TO THE LEFT WHETHER OR NOT I AM TURNING. AFTER IGNITION IS TURNED OFF AND THEN CAR STARTED, CAR DRIVES NORMALLY. THIS HAS OCCURRED 5 OR 6 TIMES WITHIN THE LAST MONTH. I UNDERSTAND THERE IS A RECALL ON THIS FOR AN ELECTRONIC STEERING COMPONENT, BUT MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL.…","quote_2_odi":"11253445","quote_2_text":"STEERING PROBLEM- 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY STEERING WHEEL PULLS TO THE RIGHT AT LOW SPEEDS, BUT ALIGN AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. PARKED, TURNED THE ENGINE OFF AND RESTART ENGINE AND START DRIVING, THE STEERING PROBLEM GOES AWAY AND THE WHEEL IS PERFECTLY ALIGNED AT LOW AND HIGHWAY SPEEDS, TURN THE CAR ON…","quote_3_odi":"11170909","quote_3_text":"THIS STARTED HAPPENING THIS WEEK. IF THE FRONT TIRES ARE POINTING TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT WHEN THE CAR IS FIRST STARTED, THE CAR WILL PULL HARD TO THAT SIDE WHEN I START DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD. I CAN TURN THE CAR, BUT THE STEERING SEEMS LESS RESPONSIVE THAN NORMAL.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-moonroof-structure-noise","label":"Roof and moonroof structure knocking noise","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11316176","quote_1_text":"KNOCKING OCCURS IN ROOF/SUNROOF STRUCTURE WHEN DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS ON ROADS WITH MINOR BUMPS, AND WHEN DRIVING OVER ALL SPEED BUMPS (MOVING SLOWLY OR QUICKLY OVER THEM). SOUNDS LIKE PARTS OF ROOF STRUCTURE ARE HITTING ONE ANOTHER.…","quote_2_odi":"11156665","quote_2_text":"WHEN FIRST PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NOTICED A SOUND COMING FROM THE RIGHT REAR AREA WHEN TURNING INTO A DRIVEWAY OR DRIVING ON A BUMPY ROAD OR SPEED BUMP AND THOUGHT IT WOULD GO AWAY. BUT RECENTLY NOTICED THAT THE SOUND HAS BECOME LOUDER SO BROUGHT IT INTO TOSERVCO TOYOTA HONOLULU…","quote_3_odi":"11351698","quote_3_text":"MOON ROOF STRUCTURE NOISE WHEN GOING UP UNEVEN RAMP.STARTED AWHILE AGO BUT GETTING WORSE.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-power-loss-stalling","label":"Acceleration hesitation and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11299410","quote_1_text":"ON HARDER ACCELERATION (SUCH AS PULLING INTO BUSY TRAFFIC OR ON A HIGHWAY/INTERSTATE WHEN ACCELERATION IS KEY TO SAFETY) ENGINE RPM AT AROUND 3000 RPM THE ENGINE LOSES POWER/CAR STALLS BUT DOESN'T CUT OUT UNTIL THE GAS PEDAL IS LET OFF AND PRESSED AGAIN SOMETIMES MULTIPLE TIMES.…","quote_2_odi":"11233640","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HESITATION WHEN ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS PUSHED :WHEN STARTING FROM ZERO SPEED OR ACCELERATING AT CRUISING SPEED THE CAR OFTEN HESITATES MORE OFTEN THEN NOT THIS IS A ROAD HAZORD AND WORSE YET FOR ME THE VEHICLE NEVER DRIVES THE SAME.…","quote_3_odi":"11089783","quote_3_text":"THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS JULY 2017. I WAS IN THE CITY SLOWED DOWN AND GOT IN WAY OF ON COMING TRAFFIC TURN LEFT ONTO ANOTHER STREET THE CAR JUST STALLED AND SAT THERE. NO POWER AT ALL. I TRIED PRESSING THE GAS, NOTHING, AFTER SEVERAL SECONDS IT FINALLY MOVED ACROSS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11495195","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE IS EXHIBITING A TORQUE CONVERTER SHUDDER BETWEEN 20-50 MPH, SAME SYMPTOMS AS THE 2012-2014 CAMRY RECALL.","quote_2_odi":"11311960","quote_2_text":"THE CAR HAS 32K MILES ON IT. WHEN THE SPEED REACHES AROUND 32 THERE'S A SHUDDER/VIBRATION WHICH IS ACCOMPANIED BY RPM DROP BEFORE SHIFTING TO NEXT GEAR. WHEN TRYING TO MAINTAIN THE SPEED AROUND 42/43 (INNER ROADS), 62/65 (FREEWAYS) TORQUE CONVERTOR LOCKS UP ACCOMPANIED BY LOWER RPM…","quote_3_odi":"11619959","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 20-30 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle started shuddering and there was a 20-30 seconds lag in acceleration, which required the contact to release and to depress the accelerator pedal until the veh…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration when shifting or braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":268,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11287112","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN A DRIVEWAY, I SHIFTED THE TRANSMISSION INTO REVERSE AND THE THROTTLE ACCELERATED FULL ON. I TRIED TO BRAKE THE VEHICLE AND TURN IT OUT OF THE STREET BUT I COULD NOT OVERRIDE THE ACCELERATION AND BACKED INTO A BOLDER RETAINING WALL.…","quote_2_odi":"11152492","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A BRICK BUILDING. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED.…","quote_3_odi":"11311063","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO REVERSE, THE ENGINE REVVED AND THEN VEHICLE INADVERTENTLY ACCELERATED WHILE IN REVERSE. THE VEHICLE COLLIDED INTO A PARKED SUV PUSHING IT INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-acceleration-hesitation-stall","label":"Acceleration hesitation and stalling","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11300345","quote_1_text":"WHILE BEING DRIVEN DOWN THE ROAD (WITH THE DRIVER'S FOOT ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL) THE VEHICLE INTERMITTENTLY LOSES ACCELERATION (BEGINS TO DECELERATE) DESPITE CONTINUED PRESSURE ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11302204","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN SLOW MOTION AS TRYING TO MOVE OVER FROM AN ENTRANCE LANE TO A TRAFFIC LANE THE CAR WILL STALL (BOGS DOWN) WHEN ACCELERATING THE GAS","quote_3_odi":"10995200","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE DECELERATED AND STALLED. THE FAILURE RECURRED EACH TIME THE VEHICLE WAS DRIVEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730079","quote_1_text":"Airbags did not deploy after an accident that resulted in the hood crumpling. Car was at a complete stop when hit from behind at approximately 45mph, resulting in the car being pushed forward into the back of another vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11549588","quote_2_text":"This was a T-Bone accident. My front airbags did not deploy as the hit happened at 40 mph","quote_3_odi":"11152381","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60-70 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10934015","quote_1_text":"I WAS IN BUMPER TO BUMPER TRAFFIC ON THE BELTWAY GOING BETWEEN 5 -10 MILES PER HOUR ON A DRY ROAD. WHEN I APPLIED THE BRAKES MULTIPLE TIMES, THE CAR WOULD NOT STOP AND IT CONTINUED FORWARD UNTIL I REAR ENDED THE OTHER CAR","quote_2_odi":"10873023","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO DECELERATE. IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE BRAKE PEDAL HAD TO BE DEPRESSED WITH FORCE","quote_3_odi":"10991889","quote_3_text":"IN NOVEMBER OF 2016 WHILE DRIVING BRAKE LIGHTS CAME UP IN 2 PLACES INDICATING CHECK BRAKES. WHEN PUTTING FOOT ON THE BRAKES THEY WENT TO THE FLOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption in 2.5L engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11217769","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. THE CAR HAS LESS THE 50K AND USES A QUART OR MORE PER 1000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10874188","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE BURNED AN EXCESSIVE AMOUNT OF OIL AND EMITTED A BURNING ODOR","quote_3_odi":"11625944","quote_3_text":"Despite regular maintenance and timely oil changes, my vehicle began consuming oil excessively around 120,000 miles, leading to significant safety risks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-paint-clear-coat-delamination","label":"Exterior paint and clear coat delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741520","quote_1_text":"Paint delamination. It's a known issue. Toyota extended warranty to cover but the local dealership who sold the car is no help. First noticed the paint pealing a few months ago","quote_2_odi":"11309528","quote_2_text":"THE ORIGINAL EXTERIOR PAINT IS PEELING OFF ON MY VEHICLE. SMALL RUSTY SPOTS CAN BE SEEN ON THE BODY OF MY VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11754611","quote_3_text":"1. Component / System Failed: - The primary exterior paint and clear coat layer completely separated from the factory electro-coat (E-coat) primer on the vehicle's body structure (specifically near the rear quarter panel, roof pillar, and doors)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-steering-pull-weak-battery","label":"Steering pull linked to weak battery","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11318484","quote_1_text":"CAR SUDDENLY PULLED TO RIGHT, WOULDN'T HOLD CENTER. REALLY FELT IT DRIVING IN TOWN. STEERING FELT LIKE SOMEONE WAS GRABBING AND RELEASING THE STEERING WHEEL. READ ON A FORUM THAT IT COULD BE THE BATTERY","quote_2_odi":"11574845","quote_2_text":"Erratic steering issue related to weak car battery. I have a 2016 Toyota Camry XLE. The car began pulling to the left then to the right while driving down a straight and even road","quote_3_odi":"11206815","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING STARTED PULLING LEFT OR RIGHT AFTER THE CAR WAS STARTED AND DRIVEN . WOULD STOP AFTER THE THE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF AND TURNED BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719007","quote_1_text":"WAS GLIDING INTO MY GARAGE FOOT WAS ON BRAKE, (SO NO SPEED AT ALL) WHEN I HEARD A SUDDEN ENGINE ROAR AND CAR PICKED UP SPEED AND WAS PROPELLING ME TOWARD THE BACK WALL OF THE GARAGE","quote_2_odi":"10903212","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK IN THE DEPRESSED POSITION AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED TO 80 MPH. THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED TO RESPOND AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A POLE","quote_3_odi":"11463328","quote_3_text":"I was stopped at a traffic light, on an uphill grade, for roughly thirty seconds when my 2016 Toyota Camry Hybrid just started slowly accelerating. I looked down and my foot was still on the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2016-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":185,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11438356","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the glass sunroof suddenly exploded causing glass pieces to enter the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"10914527","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED FROM THE INSIDE OUT. NOTHING HIT THE CAR AT ALL TO CAUSE THIS","quote_3_odi":"10906068","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA CAMRY. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT IMPACT FROM THE INSIDE. GLASS PARTICLES EMITTED OUTSIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags not deploying in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11588251","quote_1_text":"I was hit by another car on the drivers side front door. The side airbags and the steering wheel airbag did not deploy. This resulted in a C2 nondisplaced neck fracture plus other pain likely from sub clinical rib fractures. This problem has been confirmed by an independent…","quote_2_odi":"11439451","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 65 mph, another vehicle impacted her vehicle on the passenger side and pushed the vehicle to the guard rail. No airbags deployed. The contact stated she has a spinal fracture, a right bloodshot eye also has…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2017-brake-pedal-performance","label":"Brake pedal and braking performance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11636135","quote_1_text":"My brake system light turn on my car won't brake properly, Already change All the brake pads, brake fluid from all 4tires also taken it to the dealership and they changed the brake sensor . My car Still having issues braking properly. I've called Toyota and advised them it's…","quote_2_odi":"11465124","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. Additionally, the electrical system was not operating as designed. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2017-electrical-charging","label":"Electrical system and charging dropouts","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11561549","quote_1_text":"Second time this has happened in 2 years. Driving on the freeway and the car's electrical system shuts off. No power to any electrical, lights flicker, all dash lights came on. Car would not start, then to repair it the battery needed to be replaced and the alternator needed to…","quote_2_odi":"11551314","quote_2_text":"The batter has been bad since the beginning. Even the original battery would right away leak and leave a lot of residue. My car since the beginning has told me there is something wrong with the power system. But Toyota keeps insisting that it's just a random message…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2017-engine-oil-consumption-knock","label":"Engine oil consumption and knock","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11602369","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine compartment. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the engine was…","quote_2_odi":"11701024","quote_2_text":"Catastrophic engine failure due to piston pin bushings/connecting rod bushing failing. The engine was removed, disassembled, and inspected by an automotive machinist. There were no warning lamps or messages, only a knocking sound. The Toyota dealership said there was severe…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2017-unintended-acceleration-rpm","label":"Unintended acceleration and RPM surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11606042","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 20-25 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated and crashed into an embankment of a church's building on the driver's side of the vehicle. There were damages to the building. The…","quote_2_odi":"11579505","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while at a complete stop and depressing the brake pedal, the engine revved to 3500-4000 RPM. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal harder to prevent the vehicle from moving, and the RPMs decreased. The…","quote_3_odi":"11583556","quote_3_text":"Car in reverse and going forward when foot on gas the car will take off at a high speed. Need to hit brakes quick to stop the car. Could cause an accident if other cars are around or pedestrians walking. I nearly hit a building.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-8at-failure","label":"8-speed automatic transmission failure and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11740517","quote_1_text":"I own a 2018 Toyota Camry equipped with the UA80 8-speed automatic transmission. I have experienced the following symptoms: burning smell coming from the transmission, hesitation and jerking during acceleration, and previously noticed a knocking/clunking noise that eventually…","quote_2_odi":"11728186","quote_2_text":"The vehicle experienced a complete transmission failure following a period of abnormal operation. The component that failed is the automatic transmission (8-speed). Prior to total failure, the vehicle began exhibiting multiple symptoms, including delayed engagement when…","quote_3_odi":"11712382","quote_3_text":"While accelerating, the transmission is causing a whining sound that is consistent. Vehicle only has 94K miles on it. This is causing safety concerns with premature power train failure that could happen while a driver is in the road, which could lead to an accident. I have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake vacuum pump failure and loss of brake assist","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11637710","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2018 Toyota Camry SE and the brakes went out on me. I managed to keep pumping the brake and slowly apply the emergency brake to bring the vehicle to a stop. After a look by a mechanic, it turned out that the problem was with the brake vacuum pump. The internal…","quote_2_odi":"11600666","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a dirt road about 30 mph when my vehicle wouldn't come to a stop when braking. the master warning light popped up on my dash, next to the word 'BRAKE' in all red letters. on my dash also read 'Low Braking Power. Stop in a safe place. see owners manual'.(photo…","quote_3_odi":"11660182","quote_3_text":"I am reporting a brake failure issue that matches the symptoms described in NHTSA Campaign Number 19V-544 (Toyota recall for brake booster vacuum pump failure). My 2018 Camry has experienced loss of brake assist, making it difficult to stop safely and requiring excessive pedal…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-electric-water-pump","label":"Electric engine water pump failure and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11681883","quote_1_text":"2018 Camry with very low mileage (appx 38,000) and had all its required services done, suddenly had a check engine light. Less than a minute after that, \"Coolant Temp High - Stop where it's safe\" message popped up. Service center indicated it was a failed water pump (diagnostic…","quote_2_odi":"11710070","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a safety issue involving the vehicles electric water pump. The water pump failed causing the vehicle to be unusuable until the electric motor is replaced. No warning when it failed, left consumer in the road blocking traffic.","quote_3_odi":"11741848","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle chugged, and the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact drove to her destination, where an acquaintance used a vehicle diagnostic scanner to retrieve DTC: P26CB, indicating a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-eps-stiff-steering","label":"Electric power steering stiffness and loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11725907","quote_1_text":"My steering was tight on my 2018 Toyota Camry. I started to have difficulty steering my car. After a day, I could not steer the car at all. I took it to my mechanic at Exxon, and when he ordered a new steering intermediate shaft assembly, he found a defect in the one Toyota…","quote_2_odi":"11623204","quote_2_text":"Out of nowhere, the steering became very stiff and there was lots of difficulty with the wheel returning to center. This put myself and others at risk as it would be difficult to steer and in a moment where I would have to react fast to avoid an accident, my car would not be…","quote_3_odi":"11603908","quote_3_text":"Driving down the road about 25 miles an hour, slowed further to take a left turn when the power sreering suddenly gave out. The steering wheel became extremly difficult to turn and resulted in me slowing to a crawl to safely make the turn. If cars were near there could have…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11728487","quote_1_text":"Toyota has recognized a problem with the low pressure fuel pump on some 2018 Camry cars which causes a hesitation when driving from a stop creating a rear danger of a rear-end collision. It has been happening intermitantly everysince car was new.. Toyota claimed that my vin was…","quote_2_odi":"11643849","quote_2_text":"The car first stalled ,then the it shut off ,and the car did not start. The car has almost half tank of gas. So I was doing My research on line. And saw 3 recalls and one of them was the fuel pump system for my 2018 camry LE.","quote_3_odi":"11673931","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. There was a message displayed that the engine was off the instrument panel. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and continue driving. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-pre-collision-braking","label":"Pre-collision system malfunction and unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11687194","quote_1_text":"When I am driving on a 4 lane hwy and I am in the left lane and a car in the right lane stops on the side of me my car stops also by itself .This is very dangerous . Someone can rear end me and cause a major accident. This is putting me and possibly someone else's life in…","quote_2_odi":"11583699","quote_2_text":"I have notice for the past year when I'm driving the car around the city around 15-30mph the emergency auto braking system alarm sounds and shows on my dash board when I have nobody in front of me luckily the car doesn't brake at all but is not normal for it to do that it just…","quote_3_odi":"11688414","quote_3_text":"Front rear camera has failed. multiple codes pop up including headlight system malfunction, LDA malfunction, Pre-collision malfunction. Codes pop up after clearing cant see digital speedometer. Confirmed by dealer camera needs replaced. Costs are over 2,000 USD.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-strut-mount-corrosion","label":"Front strut mount corrosion and separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11568710","quote_1_text":"I brought my car in for maintenance and while the vehicle was on the lift, the top mounting bracket of both front MacPherson struts failed and allowed the coil spring to decompress to the furthest extent allowed by the other suspension components. Both struts catastrophically…","quote_2_odi":"11679165","quote_2_text":"Brought my vehicle to Costco to have the tires replaced. After the vehicle was put on the lift, the wheel broke off. Fortunately no one was underneath at the time. Costco did no further work because of this so car was then towed to dealership. They confirmed that the strut…","quote_3_odi":"11628180","quote_3_text":"Front right (passenger side) shock absorber assembly rusted out and separated from shock strut mounting bracket.Shock strut retaining nut is stick attached , but entire upper mounting bracket is separated from strut mount.Car only has 65,000 miles and is not operated in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2018-sunroof-stuck-open","label":"Panoramic sunroof stuck in open position","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 718 total)","source_complaint_count":718,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11723456","quote_1_text":"The panoramic roof on the 2018 Camry XSE is stuck in the vented position and will not close. This is a known issue with this car and year, as well as other years. Window makes loud noises when trying to close and just remains open with no other way to manually close it.","quote_2_odi":"11628573","quote_2_text":"Panoramic sunroof issues. Sunroof is stuck in the open position. Motor clicks continuously but does not close. Toyota dealership only able to close top portion of sunroof and had to disconnect the motor. Sunroof not used often so this should not have happened, and vehicle is…","quote_3_odi":"11558816","quote_3_text":"The xle Camry 2018 models moonroof/sunroof, stops working and there is no safety close option for the moonroof. It gets stuck open and the only option to get it to close is a $10,000 repair. I have extended warranty that will cover this plus 14 days of a car rental, but the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-8at-failure","label":"8-speed automatic transmission failure and whining noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11739683","quote_1_text":"The UB80E (Front-Wheel Drive) transmission had a total failure at only 70,000 miles. The vehicle started to make unusual noises with harsh and delayed shifting. No warning lights or messages were displayed at any time. The mechanic who replaced the transmission stated my trans…","quote_2_odi":"11740905","quote_2_text":"Transmission whines on acceleration. Checked by dealership shop and they found fluid full of metal and material and recommended replacement of the transmission. Has 108,000 miles on it as of 3/23/2026 and whining started during August 2025. Still using vehicle as of 05/29/2026…","quote_3_odi":"11713796","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Toyota Camry has 75,000 miles and is experiencing a premature and progressive transmission failure that creates serious safety risks. Symptoms include hesitation and loss of power during acceleration, harsh and delayed shifting, RPMs increasing without vehicle movement…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-accel-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation and delayed throttle response","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11561688","quote_1_text":"You absolutely can not pull out in traffic because the car has a horrible lag, it’s as if it stalls at initial acceleration. Whether it’s pulling out of a side street, setting off from a stop light, or occasionally while already moving and speeding up. When stepping on the…","quote_2_odi":"11513416","quote_2_text":"My 2019 has an acceleration delay issue. I have taken it in to get it checked, and Toyota says that it checks out according to their standards. However, the issue has never gone away, and I have had to learn how to drive and accommodate this severe and dangerous safety issue…","quote_3_odi":"11498910","quote_3_text":"Throttle pedal becomes unresponsive right after starting the car at times , I am concern this may happen while driving , dealership claims they can not reproduce the problem , second time back to the dealership the reprogramed the engine computer but problem continues, car is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11649978","quote_1_text":"On [XXX], I was involved in a high-speed T-bone collision with a FedEx truck while driving my 2019 Toyota Camry SE (VIN: [XXX] ). Despite the severity of the crash — which totaled my vehicle, caused the windshield to crack, and resulted in my head slamming into the steering…","quote_2_odi":"11525727","quote_2_text":"Front end damaged caused by getting hit by a drunk driver, no air bags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11552113","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the contact's daughter was involved in a collision. Another driver ran a stop sign at 30 MPH and crashed into the front passenger side of the vehicle causing the front wheel to detach. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-brake-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump failure and low braking power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11613878","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Toyota Camry started to show an alert during driving which stated that the \"break power is low\" and to go to a dealer. This started on 9/9/24. I also noticed difficulty stopping the car at times. I took the car to local Toyota dealership and they diagnosed issue with…","quote_2_odi":"11623715","quote_2_text":"Car will not start. Instruments indicated brake system failure. Brakes are mushy. Brake fluid reservoir is full. VIN does not appear to be included in the recall for this model and year relating to brake system pump failures. However, that does appear to be the problem. 46,000…","quote_3_odi":"11471375","quote_3_text":"4 days ago, after driving about an hour, I got an alert that said low braking power. This was after I had tuned my vehicle off to go into convenience store for a few minutes, then went through drive thru and got back in the road when it first alerted me. I took a picture of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-coolant-pump-valve","label":"Engine coolant pump and bypass valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11740367","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shut off while driving on highway during morning rush. Car shut off within seconds of flashing dashboard. I was in a dangerous situation with the possibility of creating a major highway accident, I was stuck on the highway with disappearing breakdown lane. Pulled code…","quote_2_odi":"11656241","quote_2_text":"Check engine light went on and the car’s temperature gage started going up rapidly. Pulled to the side of the road and turned the car off. The problem was the electric water pump and Thermostat which I bought at Toyota parts, the car only has 29,090 miles on it.","quote_3_odi":"11591420","quote_3_text":"Check engine light- P28AE “Engine Coolant Bypass Valve B”. Checkered Flag Toyota Virginia Beach, VA states that it’s been a huge issue at their service center and that they repair several cars, weekly, with this error. The rep told me that this should be a recall and can’t sure…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-srs-warning","label":"SRS airbag warning light and seat belt buckle faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11678870","quote_1_text":"I had just gotten off work and turned on my car. I put my seatbelt on and that's when a message popped up on my dash saying \"SRS Airbag System Malfunction. Visit Your Dealer\". I was a bit concerned and worried and so when I started driving home, it still displayed that message…","quote_2_odi":"11610002","quote_2_text":"While driving my SRS warning light came on along with a non stop buzzing alarm. In looking up the icon in my manual it stated malfunctioning in SRS airbag system, seek immediate attention from your dealer. I had a passenger in the front of the car when this happened. There were…","quote_3_odi":"11681118","quote_3_text":"SRS (Supplemental Inflatable Restraint System) (2) DTC Description B1922 Short in Rear Pretensioner Squib (RH) Circuit (to Ground)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-stall-warning-cascade","label":"Engine stall with multiple safety-system warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11540157","quote_1_text":"When driving home I was doing about 25 mph when my car stalled and 5 or 6 display lights came on. ( secondary collision brake system malfunction, check engine, charging system malfunction, Lda malfunction and engine stopped steering power low.) so I costed into the nearest…","quote_2_odi":"11509123","quote_2_text":"this afternoon we had 3 safety incidents in a row as we were driving from Austin to San Antonio. Our Camry suddenly lost power while we were on the highway, driving 70 miles an hour, when multiple warning lights came up and the car information screen said \"secondary collision…","quote_3_odi":"11535833","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS AT HIGHER SPEEDS ON THE FREEWAY This problem happened 1 time on 7/22/23, 1 time on 7/23/23, and 5 times between 7/29/23 and 7/31/23 when traveling between Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Symptoms (this repeats every time) 1.High speed (freeway speeds) car stalls…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2019-sunroof","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering or sticking open","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 372 total)","source_complaint_count":372,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11573024","quote_1_text":"Vehicle sunroof exploded while driving home from work. The interior sunroof screen was 90% closed causing only a few pieces of glass to fall into the car striking myself while driving. When the incident occurred, it sounded like a shotgun going off over my head causing me to…","quote_2_odi":"11708610","quote_2_text":"the panoramic sun roof is stuck open and will not shut dealer wanted almost 10k to replace","quote_3_odi":"11485480","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, he heard a popping sound coming from the roof of the vehicle. The contact stated that he continued driving and when he stopped, he observed that the sunroof had shattered. The contact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-8at-failure","label":"8-speed automatic transmission failure and whining noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11740255","quote_1_text":"Transmission began failing. Whining coming from transmission when accelerating and shifting becoming more rough. Dealership said transmission is failing and needs to be replaced. Mileage is at 89,000 miles. Rough shifter made it dangerous to drive on the highways. Was inspected…","quote_2_odi":"11690891","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed on a major parkway. A loud noise was heard and engine over-revved. Car started to vibrate and no forward gears worked. I had to drift across two lanes of a coming high speed traffic with no drive power. I eventually got to the side of the road. I put my…","quote_3_odi":"11703783","quote_3_text":"Have whining from transmission. When trying to accelerate the car does not shift into gears correctly and there is hesitance and delay. Have issues merging on highway and regular traffic due to hesitance and delay. Car can jerk when accelerating. Had dealership inspect twice at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-airbag-non-deploy","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11670529","quote_1_text":"I was in an accident, going about 40mph (about 30mph at time of impact), and no airbags were deployed. Police officer reported that he also did not see that the tension of the seat belt remained tense after the crash. Seems that there was a problem with both systems. The other…","quote_2_odi":"11552399","quote_2_text":"A car turned in front of my daughter and her boyfriend. They were going 40 MPH and there is severe damage to the front of the vehicle. The car will be totaled. Not one air bag deployed. All first responders were very surprised and cautious that even them exiting the damaged…","quote_3_odi":"11677373","quote_3_text":"I rear ended a stopped tractor pulling a hay baler at 50 mph. my braking system sent no alerts nor did it brake for me. May airbags did not deploy. I sufferered a broken hand as a result of the impact.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-battery-drain","label":"12-volt battery drain while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11589200","quote_1_text":"Car battery is dead . Battery is drained without cause, especially if car is park for 3 days or more. I have battery replaced before but still dies if not driven.","quote_2_odi":"11615722","quote_2_text":"Battery was replaced 6 months ago due to being old, however, on Sept 19,2024 the car was completely dead after 4 days of no driving. Jumped by AAA and taken to dealer. Dealer reported on Sept 20 no issue with battery and no idea what could be draining th battery. Told me I…","quote_3_odi":"11485106","quote_3_text":"Battery runs down if vehicle is not driven every few days. I did not drive the car for three days and battery was totally dead when i tried to start car. Some unknown current draw runs the battery down. Depending where a person is this could be a safety matter.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Engine coolant bypass valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11600669","quote_1_text":"Constant \"ENGINE MAINTENANCE REQUIRED\" warning. Dealer identified the engine coolant bypass valve as the source of the problem. Replacing the part resolved the issue.","quote_2_odi":"11737879","quote_2_text":"The check engine light illuminated on my 2020 Toyota Camry XSE 2.5L with approximately 132,798 miles. An OBD2 scan revealed fault code P26AE — Engine Coolant Bypass Valve 'B' Control Circuit High. This is a known widespread defect affecting 2018-2022 Toyota Camry, RAV4, and…","quote_3_odi":"11523436","quote_3_text":"Coolant bypass valve My check engine light turns on when the AC is activated. I took it to my dealership on 5/22/2023 and was informed there's a back order on the coolant bypass valve because it is a national issue. My car has been determined as unsafe to drive until the part…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11633531","quote_1_text":"Low pressure fuel pump defective. Engine dies and/or surges under load at cruise speeds, sometimes dies at idle. Engine shuts down merging onto highway. Occupant(s) could be hit when pulling out into traffic if engine dies. Problem has been reproduced. Dealership said fuel pump…","quote_2_odi":"11642559","quote_2_text":"the vehicle will randomly shut down and it is due to the fuel pump or fuel pump sensor being faulty. It will shut down in the middle of driving which is a hazard and can lead to a car crash","quote_3_odi":"11635602","quote_3_text":"On December 31, 2001, I was driving 2020 Toyota Camry LE at 20mph and the engine stalled. I kept pressing the gas but my vehicle wouldn't go. The check engine light was also on so we took it to a local shop where they mentioned the Toyota fuel pump recall. We then took it to a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-glass-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof and glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-08 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11611218","quote_1_text":"While driving on an open road (no overpasses, tall buildings or objects overhead) my moon roof glass exploded. I did not hear any warning signs and did not have vehicles in front of me for it to be a kicked up rock. Glass rained down in the car.","quote_2_odi":"11421273","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and heard a loud explosion. It sounded like it came from the moonroof. I opened the sunshade and saw that the entire front section of the panaramic moonroof had exploded for no apparent reason. 48°F, overcast, no bridges, no trees, no vehicles in…","quote_3_odi":"11496847","quote_3_text":"My sunroof exploded with outward shards for no apparent reason while driving so an impact from road debris seem unlikely. Dealer.inspected and says it's not a warranty issue and to file a comprehensive claim with my insurance. I have read that exploding sunroofs are a problem…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-ocs-airbag-recall","label":"OCS airbag recall with remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11633528","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint to report a serious and ongoing issue regarding the unresolved safety recall 23TA15 (Interim Notice 23TB15) for my vehicle, a 2020 Toyota Camry LE (VIN: [XXX] ). The recall is associated with a critical defect where the passenger airbag may fail to…","quote_2_odi":"11645425","quote_2_text":"A safety recall for the Occupant Classification System (OCS) was issued by NHTSA in Dec 2023. I have contacted my Toyota dealer on 6/7/24 and again on 10/28/24 and they said that \"A remedy is still not available\" and \"Toyota has not found a fix yet\". It is now Feb 2025, more…","quote_3_odi":"11654633","quote_3_text":"Toyota has issued a recall for OCS \"Airbag may not deploy\" but hasn't yet provided a remedy. I was notified in Aug. 2024 and now it's April 2025 and still no \"remedy available\". I have tried several different dealers in multiple states, to no avail, in both Utah and Hawaii.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2020-sunroof-stuck","label":"Panoramic sunroof failure to close","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 260 total)","source_complaint_count":260,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11679823","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof on my 2020 Toyota Camry XSE failed to close on two separate occasions. The most recent incident occurred about three months ago. After opening the sunroof, the glass panel would not close, leaving the vehicle fully exposed during heavy rain. I had to cover…","quote_2_odi":"11704648","quote_2_text":"Panoramic window becomes not functional and stuck. Window remains open and sun glare becomes to immense at various times of the day blinding the driver.","quote_3_odi":"11590481","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon opening the sunroof and attempting to close the sunroof, the sunroof failed to close, allowing water to enter the vehicle during inclement weather. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and repaired. The contact…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11691049","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a multi-impact collision while driving my 2021 Toyota Camry. Certified crash data from the Airbag Control Module (ACM) confirms five crash events including a frontal collision (delta-V of -9.3 mph) and a rollover (roll angle 9.8°, roll rate 45.6°…","quote_2_odi":"11502569","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the brakes were activated but, it was T- boned by an unknown van and pushed across three lanes of traffic. There were no warning indicator lights illuminated. The air…","quote_3_odi":"11449415","quote_3_text":"I crashed into the metal guardrail on the side of the highway after swerving to avoid a car that lost a tire in front of me. The car was totalled with siginificant damage to the front, engine compartment, and windshield. But the airbags did not inflate. I was the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-airbag-ocs-recall-no-remedy","label":"Passenger airbag OCS sensor recall awaiting remedy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11695516","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Toyota Camry XSE (VIN: [XXX] ) with a malfunction in the SRS airbag system related to the front passenger seat frame Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor. The airbag warning light remains on, and diagnostics indicate a failure in the OCS sensor…","quote_2_odi":"11627971","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has had an open recall since December 20th, 2023 on the passenger airbag not deploying due to being manufactured improperly. I have reached out to Toyota and they still do not have a remedy for the issue and have no time frame on a fix. This is a major…","quote_3_odi":"11611255","quote_3_text":"Manufacturer Recall Number23TB15 NHTSA Recall Number23V865 Toyota still does not have a remedy for this recall. It's dangerous to have passengers in my vehicle and I haven't been able to have anyone ride with me for almost 1 year.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-brake-pedal-to-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel and stopping failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11470655","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that the brake pedal would depress to the floorboard with extra brake travel time needed to stop the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer and DCH…","quote_2_odi":"11580690","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while the vehicle was being parked in the residential garage, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended. The vehicle was in reverse, and due to the failure, the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"11451933","quote_3_text":"On Feb. 12 the car was being driven at 10MPH and the brake system power assist function failed, causing the brakes not to perform as normal. The result was rear ending another vehicle. The car is in the hands of Toyota of Portsmouth, NH at this time. The driver…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Engine coolant bypass valve maintenance warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11606191","quote_1_text":"2021 Camry only 24k miles received an engine maintenance required light pop up on my car. Took it to the Toyota dealer and was told i needed REPLACE ENGINE COOLANT BYPASS VALVE-CODE P268115 ENGINE COOLANT BYPASS VALVE. Car is only 3 years old and should not be…","quote_2_odi":"11609213","quote_2_text":"When turning on the ac while driving the Master Warning Light comes on along with Engine Maintenance Required flashing across screen. It seems the Engine Coolant Bypass Valvue is faulty. I am in the process of getting the vehicle fixed.","quote_3_odi":"11594482","quote_3_text":"Engine maintenance required is showing on dash when AC is turned on. This seems to be common among 2019 and newer Toyotas. The code says the coolant sensor needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-panoramic-sunroof","label":"Panoramic sunroof operation and glass","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726963","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof gets stuck in the open position and also the motor makes a clicking sound. It is not opened all the way hardly at all, maybe 5 times a year if that. The problem is all over the internet and the dealerships routinely denies any knowledge of…","quote_2_odi":"11563344","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF. When opening it jams and starts making a loud popping noise. Others have reported it exploding sending shards of glass everywhere and Toyota refuses to issue a recall/ or fix the problem. They only told me they had no idea others were having…","quote_3_odi":"11474613","quote_3_text":"Glass of sunroof exploded while driving at 60 mph, without external impact. Likely related to heat (about 95F at time of incident). If I did not have the inner plastic roof closed glass pieces would have fallen into the passenger area. The loud bang of the glass…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shifting and noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11726660","quote_1_text":"I bought this car a couple of years ago. I didnt think much of it because I never owned a Toyota. I noticed that the transmission was doing some weird hesitation when going from 1st to 2nd gear. There is an intermittent lag on when the transmission kicks in. You can actually…","quote_2_odi":"11718703","quote_2_text":"2021 Toyota Camry Transmission failure. On November 28th, 2025, my car started doing a hard shudder. I pulled over, then turned my car off. When I started my car back up, it would only drive in reverse but not forward. I had my car towed to a Toyota dealership and…","quote_3_odi":"11674125","quote_3_text":"Was driving in a FastTrack/commuter lane on the Interstate at 65MPH, all of a sudden my car would not accelerate forward. It coasted a bit. I was able to stop between the Fastrack lane and an exit space, in the triangular median. I easily could have gotten hit,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740908","quote_1_text":"Vehicle Information: • Year/Make/Model: 2021 Toyota Camry • VIN: [XXX] Incident Date: May 4, [2025] Incident Time: Approximately 9:45 AM Incident Location: [XXX] toward [XXX] Description of Incident: While driving at approximately 25 MPH, multiple dashboard warning lights…","quote_2_odi":"11603571","quote_2_text":"Driving very slowly into my 36 foot deep garage I took my right foot off the accelerator pedal when the 2021 Toyota Camry suddenly unintended accelerated forward 15 feet and crashed through the rear garage wall, the automatic brake didn't work,. Then with my foot…","quote_3_odi":"11461190","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while attempting to park her vehicle in her apartment complex parking lot, her vehicle continued to lurch forward without warning despite multiple attempts to stop. Due to the failure, the contact hit…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":151,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11526424","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Camry XLE Hybrid spontaneously developed a crack in the windshield. It reaches from the top edge on the passenger side and extends around the area of the mirror attachment towards the driver side. It is approximately 20 inches in length. There was no…","quote_2_odi":"11481141","quote_2_text":"Got in my car one morning and noticed about 8 in crack in my windshield and by the next day it went straight across the middle of windshield blocking my proper view. Nothing hit my windshield. No to all the other questions.","quote_3_odi":"11440894","quote_3_text":"The Windshield cracked, we werent behind any other vehicles and noone saw or heard anything hit the windshield. I have a scheduled manufacturer appointment scheduled for Monday November 22nd at 10 with a local toyota dealership. The cost is over 1,000 to replace…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment and SRS warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11653764","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the message \"SRS Air Bag Malfunction detected\" was displayed. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was unable to duplicate the failure. The…","quote_2_odi":"11631129","quote_2_text":"[xxx] my husband and I hit a deer. The airbags did not deploy. My husband has been seen at and getting treatment from Scott and White in Temple Texas both inpatient and outpatient. He has a spinal cord injury from the wreck. Our car is surely totalled.…","quote_3_odi":"11621748","quote_3_text":"My vehicle was a total lose After hitting a curb and all air bags literally exploded cause the driver to lose total control of the vehicle which also caused injuries to a passenger with lacerations on the hand caused by figments of some sort coming out of the airbags…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal sinking and loss of braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11731059","quote_1_text":"the pedal sinks while I hold it for while.....and there are no visible leaks outside the car","quote_2_odi":"11566572","quote_2_text":"Brake booster failed almost making it almost impossible to stop the vehicle 1/17/","quote_3_odi":"11503682","quote_3_text":"I was driving down a steep hill with two curves. Shortly before the first curve near the top of the hill I attempted to decelerate by pressing the brake pedal. There was no response whatsoever. I tried a couple times then realized that I had to do something different. I put…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-door-lock-actuator","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734935","quote_1_text":"Driver door actuator is failing. If you search this, it is a well known problem with the year and model of Toyota. It poses significant safety hazards to occupants and security of the vehicle. Yet Toyota has not addressed or corrected the issue. I am not sure if this is…","quote_2_odi":"11729796","quote_2_text":"Front driver side door lock would not lock or unlock with the key fab or door lock button of door panel. Dealership diagnosis problem as a failed actuator. This can result in safety concern if your unable to lock or unlock the door in an emergency. Also a security concerns for…","quote_3_odi":"11729799","quote_3_text":"Front passenger side door lock would not lock or unlock with the key fab or door lock button of door panel. Dealership diagnosis problem as a failed actuator. This can result in safety concern if your unable to lock or unlock the door in an emergency, also to note the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-forward-collision-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance and pre-collision behavior","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11483417","quote_1_text":"This is a rental from Enterprise. I was on the highway driving. I had been using the adaptive cruise control, but I braked because there was traffic ahead. I was slowing down reasonably with the flow of traffic and all of a sudden the auto brake went on and slammed the car to…","quote_2_odi":"11529366","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving in inclement weather at approximately 15 MPH, the vehicle collided with another vehicle and impacted the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the pre-collision system did not…","quote_3_odi":"11479241","quote_3_text":"It is UNKNOWN what was actually causing this, this is my assessment from how my car handled. I was ready to turn from a shopping center lot onto a road with 2 lanes of traffic, both lanes going the same direction. The traffic was heavy but a car left a gap for me to pull out…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-infotainment-glitch","label":"Infotainment and display malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11688814","quote_1_text":"The menu display for stereo does not work. There is a recall on the 12.5 inch display which a representative from Toyota stated it could cause the menu options and stereo not to work, but when I took my vehicle to be serviced, it was not part of the recall. Someone needs to…","quote_2_odi":"11481482","quote_2_text":"Since the day this brand new car rolled off of the lot, I noticed an issue with the Android Auto usage via the infotainment system. Roughly between 5 and 15 times throughout a 30 minute drive the map will glitch and freeze and so will any music being streamed via android auto.…","quote_3_odi":"11682680","quote_3_text":"The auxillary for the music has a short in it and Everytime a bump is hit it knocks it loose and it shuts off the whole thing. The screen and maps and music. The screen also freezes and my maps and route stopped working. I had to pull off the road to turn my car off to reset it.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-transmission-replacement","label":"Transmission grinding and replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738027","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Camry. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, she notices that the vehicle grinds it's gears very loud while in transition, hesitate to accelerate and does not want to shift between gears. The dealer was notified of the failure…","quote_2_odi":"11656293","quote_2_text":"Grinding noise coming from front end upon acceleration. Brought to dealership who confirmed noises coming from transmission. Transmission needs to be replaced per dealer recommendation. Recalls on 2021 Toyota Camry for same issue. Transmissions on backorder and dealership…","quote_3_odi":"11513893","quote_3_text":"Intermittent humming sound at 40MPH or faster at around 8k miles. Dealership said it is a normal sound. Humming sound became louder and happens more often. Brought the car back to the dealership and they confirmed that the humming sound is coming from transmission and needs to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11677408","quote_1_text":"Uncontrollable Sudden Acceleration 3 times while I drove the car, it suddenly and rapidly accelerated. Eventually, the car crashed and was totaled. The first time was 3/31/25 when my wife and I went to the car wash. To exit the car wash, I put the car in drive and lightly…","quote_2_odi":"11644307","quote_2_text":"Sudden unintended acceleration. Pulling slowly into a parking spot and the car unexpectedly accelerated and crashed into another car which, in turn, crashed into a third vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"11583272","quote_3_text":"Occasionally engine revs up while braking. The most incident was when braking for a stop sign. I took my foot off the accelerator and depressed the brake pedal. The engine speed increased and I had to step harder on the brake. Briefly a message appeared warning the brake and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2022-wiper-speed","label":"Windshield wiper speed in heavy rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11682675","quote_1_text":"My wife was on the interstate and was caught in a storm. She turned on the wipers and slowed down to a crawl. The wipers barely worked in a thunderstorm and they were on high. She couldn't see anything and I had to pull off because visibility was zero. The wipers were very…","quote_2_odi":"11549955","quote_2_text":"The speed of the windshield wipers is drastically slower than any other vehicle that I have ever driven, and I have no visibility during heavy rain. It is extremely dangerous for long Southeast Texas commutes.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-adas-fcw-lane-keep-malfunction","label":"ADAS forward collision and lane keeping malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11620281","quote_1_text":"The smart stop system, the vehicle stability control system, the electrical power steering system, the blind spot monitoring system, the secondary collision brake system, and the lane keeping assistance all malfunctioned while traveling home one night","quote_2_odi":"11654246","quote_2_text":"The vehicle ADAS system (pre-collision, ABS, RSA, adaptive cruise control) malfunctioned (due to no physical or external fault) and sent messages to be brought to the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11498821","quote_3_text":"The lane keeping assistance wants pull me into the wrong lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction and pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11667574","quote_1_text":"The car randomly puts the parking brake on. I got to drive and the parking brake has activated","quote_2_odi":"11638796","quote_2_text":"When pressing the brake pedal a clicking vibrating sound comes from the brake pedal area","quote_3_odi":"11502729","quote_3_text":"ABS/Brake system malfunctioned causing accident on Freeway. Was traveling in number 1 lane on Freeway in an area where it usually slows down, I had 3-4 car lengths gap between me and the person in front of me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-engine-misfire-throttle-delay","label":"Engine misfire and delayed throttle response","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11632817","quote_1_text":"On multiple occasion's the vehicle takes longer than usual to start and it suddenly starts misfiring and running poorly when I'm driving it","quote_2_odi":"11603376","quote_2_text":"Fuel Injector failed, causing the engine to run extremely rich, misfire, and cause severe drivability issues","quote_3_odi":"11582888","quote_3_text":"With the car on, and wanting to take off, I pressed the accelerator pedal and there was a several second delayed reaction in throttle response/car movement","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Gasoline leak from fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11738255","quote_1_text":"Vehicle started to leak gasoline from the tank filler cap while parked in garage with a full tank of gas","quote_2_odi":"11729734","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was fuel leaking from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11559706","quote_3_text":"After filling my tank of gas (not overfilling), and parking the car overnight in the cold. I have gas that leaks out of my gas tank onto my garage floor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-tire-sidewall-rim-leak","label":"Tire sidewall split and rim leak","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11592923","quote_1_text":"235/45R 18 94V Tires emit very loud road noise at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11585323","quote_2_text":"Hankook Kinergy GT While driving at 40-50 mph driver rear tire split between the sidewall and the treads, completely","quote_3_odi":"11574846","quote_3_text":"I bought this set of tires new from Sams Club on 10/28/2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-transmission-shudder-failure","label":"Transmission shudder and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11742906","quote_1_text":"Transmission (UB80E) 2023 Toyota Camry; when pushing on the gas pedal there is a whining/whistling sound: vehicle shutters and all at once takes off like an airplane; gear shifting is not right","quote_2_odi":"11710710","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle was hesitating and shuddering, and the check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11657132","quote_3_text":"This 2023 was bought brand new and has been driven for 2.5 years. At just over 60000 miles the transmission failed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11736986","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while stopped on several occasions, the vehicle suddenly accelerated inadvertently to approximately 6000 RPM","quote_2_odi":"11586959","quote_2_text":"The car was half way in when it suddenly accelerated forwards, impacting two bicycles standing on their racks at the end of the garage, the washing machine, the dryer, the water heater and through them, the garage back wall, where cracks were created","quote_3_odi":"11554888","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and extended to the floor while depressed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-adas-false-activation","label":"Driver assistance system unintended steering or braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11715530","quote_1_text":"The car steered on its own without warning of Lane Departure","quote_2_odi":"11706473","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the braking system erroneously activated, causing the vehicle to decelerate unintendedly","quote_3_odi":"11576756","quote_3_text":"When using lane trace assist as part of the adaptive cruise control the vehicle will violently pull the steering wheel to the left or right out of the lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11751051","quote_1_text":"Hit front passenger side at approximately 70mph. Did nearly $15000 damage. No air bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11709742","quote_2_text":"The entirety of the front of my car was destroyed and was deemed a total loss by insurance and repair shop. Yet, the air bags never went off. Everyone, including the police officers at the scene were surprised that it did not go off","quote_3_odi":"11665972","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Camry. The contact stated that while driving approximately 10 mph on the last lane during traffic, and depressed the brake pedal when another vehicle suddenly rear-ended their vehicle, causing them to rear-end the vehicle in front","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-powertrain-hesitation","label":"Hesitation or no response during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11739599","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has an intermittent loss of power/hesitation during acceleration. The issue has occurred multiple times since the vehicle was purchased new and is still occurring at approximately 42,000 miles while under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11629544","quote_2_text":"vehicle does not always respond when the gas pedal is pushed. the engine revs and rpms increase, but gears don't catch","quote_3_odi":"11718572","quote_3_text":"I have a 2024 Toyota Camry with a ua80 transmission and started having problems around 92000 miles and I'm starting to have a lot more at 109,000 miles which is a little ridiculous for a transmission that is way too early very concerned for my safety on a pretty new vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-rear-glass-distortion","label":"Rear window optical distortion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11609170","quote_1_text":"Purchased a 2024 Camry SE with defective rear glass. Glass is uneven along the horizontal defroster lines creating a wavy effect. This greatly affects the visibility and clarity of vehicles in the rearview mirror","quote_2_odi":"11581915","quote_2_text":"The rear windshield is blurry (has a ripple effect) when viewing from the rear view mirror, or directly at the window","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-seat-belt-lock-retract-failure","label":"Seat belt failure to lock or retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11720563","quote_1_text":"The front passenger seat-belt lock failure to lock in place; resulting in faulting loud warning sounds; passenger at risk, unsafe","quote_2_odi":"11655730","quote_2_text":"The seat belt on the right side in the second row failed to work. My son-in-law was sitting in that position when I, who was driving, began to proceed through an intersection when I thought the light had turned green","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-sunroof-moonroof-failure","label":"Sunroof and moonroof glass and mechanism failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11724222","quote_1_text":"The moonroof spontaneously shattered when I was driving on the freeway which sounded like a gunshot","quote_2_odi":"11712512","quote_2_text":"Glass sunroof exploded while driving","quote_3_odi":"11647928","quote_3_text":"The sunroof on my Camry would not close. I took it to Toyota in were they determined that the cables bound up in the track and the only fix was a new roof assembly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2024-tire-sidewall-tread-failure","label":"Tire sidewall bulge and tread separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11602424","quote_1_text":"Tire size P 235/45 R 18 Factory installed on 2024 Toyota Camry, failed catastrophically at 3415 (+/- 5) miles","quote_2_odi":"11597486","quote_2_text":"215/55-17 Driving a brand new 2024 Toyota Camry with the OEM Bridgestone Tires on a smooth road at normal speed. Tire exploded and went flat","quote_3_odi":"11701152","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Camry equipped with a Firestone FT140: Tire Size 205/65R16/95H","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-display-blackout","label":"Infotainment and camera display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11690953","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Toyota Camry, the infotainment/navigation display screen (center console multimedia system) will randomly and sporadically shut down completely, leaving the screen blank without warning","quote_2_odi":"11736697","quote_2_text":"Upon shifting into reverse, the rearview camera system failed to provide a usable image, displaying only a solid white screen. This total loss of visibility occurred without warning and is a direct non-compliance with FMVSS 111","quote_3_odi":"11695153","quote_3_text":"The 7 inch instrument panel went completely blank upon startup. The vehicle was inspected by a Toyota dealer and a temporary fix was implemented (unplugging battery)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-drive-shaft-squeak","label":"Front drive shaft squeak at low speed","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11709940","quote_1_text":"There is a squeaking noise that comes from the front DRIVE SHAFT TRANSAXLE SEAL of my 2025 Toyota Camry XSE when turning the vehicle at slow speeds without applying the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11696046","quote_2_text":"Noticed squealing noise on front drive shaft while driving at a low speed (parking) after a long drive (20-50 miles)","quote_3_odi":"11701053","quote_3_text":"While driving between 0-10 mph, a high pitch squeak can be heard coming from the front drivers side of the vehicle - I have it recorded on video","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-front-bumper-separation","label":"Front bumper cover separation at headlight mounts","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744902","quote_1_text":"The front bumper under the drivers side headlight is detaching from the car. I brought the car to the dealership, they looked at it, said they pushed the bumper back in but i needed to make an appt. When i came back for the second appt, I was immediately turned away","quote_2_odi":"11683655","quote_2_text":"Defect description: The front bumper cover clips located directly under the headlights on my 2025 Toyota Camry XSE are loosening and detaching. This creates a visible gap between the bumper and the body panels. The condition appeared during normal use and has persisted","quote_3_odi":"11702772","quote_3_text":"The front bumper of the vehicle is falling off, it seems to be too heavy for the vehicle. I went to the dealership and was informed this is a common reported issue with the 2025 Toyota Camry but as there is no open recall the warranty is unable to provide any assistance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-hybrid-power-loss","label":"Hybrid system malfunction with loss of propulsion","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719290","quote_1_text":"The hybrid propulsion system in my Toyota Camry Hybrid malfunctioned. The vehicle displayed multiple warning messages, including “Hybrid System Malfunction” and other system failure alerts","quote_2_odi":"11717427","quote_2_text":"I was driving on 2/11/2026 at roughly 45 mph and all of sudden my car lost power. The whole engine shut down while the vehicle was still moving. Then it came back up and reset my whole dashboard settings","quote_3_odi":"11737493","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has encountered repeated hybrid system and battery-related issues. Symptoms have included stalling, sudden loss of power, hybrid warning messages, charging/battery malfunction warnings, electrical system irregularities, and unsafe driving behavior","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-seat-lumbar-popping","label":"Driver seat lumbar popping and shifting","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11739843","quote_1_text":"The driver’s seat backrest (lumbar support area) constantly pops and shifts (makes physical movement) while accelerating, braking, going over bumps, and when making body adjustments","quote_2_odi":"11740026","quote_2_text":"The driver seat pops and shifts around unexpectedly when driving. It feels like I am going to loose control of the vehicle as I have to adjust my seating position while the car is in motion. And this movement is very distracting","quote_3_odi":"11717662","quote_3_text":"Defective driver seat. The lumbar support on the drivers seat is loose and pushed forward when driving, it presses against the lower back when you brake while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-tire-premature-wear","label":"Premature tread wear on factory tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11709286","quote_1_text":"The OEM Bridgestone Turanza tires installed on my new 2025 Toyota Camry SE Hybrid exhibited dangerously premature tread wear. At 20,000 miles, three tires measured 4/32\" and one measured 3/32\"","quote_2_odi":"11756133","quote_2_text":"2025 Camry was dealer serviced at recommended internals. At the 24,000 mile service vehicle there was a \"hum\" from the front of the vehicle, and returned to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11656691","quote_3_text":"Urgent safety complaint for my 2025 Toyota Camry SE. I feel unsafe driving this car, especially with my child, due to extremely premature and unsafe tire wear found at only 17,309 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738930","quote_1_text":"On April 28 at 9:35AM I was exiting the parking lot in my 2025 Toyota Camry and I experienced a sudden and unintended surge of acceleration. My foot was not on the accelerator","quote_2_odi":"11699025","quote_2_text":"While parking my car in a parking spot at work I backed up a few feet to straighten the car out, when I shifted back into drive and transitioned from brake to accelerator pedal the car suddenly accelerated at a high rate of speed and hit the building totaling the car","quote_3_odi":"11631653","quote_3_text":"I was driving up a steep driveway inside a parking garage. While turning a corner, the accelerator pedal began pulling away from my foot, and the car started speeding up on its own. I managed to apply the brake to stop the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2025-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":145,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11728286","quote_1_text":"In multiple instances, the windshield has cracked and spread so quickly that the windshield requirement a replacement for it to be safe to drive","quote_2_odi":"11627190","quote_2_text":"The car was parked in a garage overnight and the windshield cracked without any reason. The temperature was 71 degrees without rain. The car was purchased 10 days prior to the incident and had no previous rock damage or known defects","quote_3_odi":"11688180","quote_3_text":"DRIVING WITH NO PROBLEMS AT ALL AND WINDSHIELD STARTS CRACKING AT THE RIGHT MIDDLE SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD, THIS IS WITHOUT AND CONTACT FROM ANY FLYING OBJECT AT ALL, NO ROCKS, NO PROJECTILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-adas-driver-distraction","label":"ADAS warning alerts described as driver distraction","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04-17 → 2026-08-11","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756249","quote_1_text":"It is very distracting having to deal with all the ADAS systems. They are actually a distraction for me, taking my eyes off the road when I most need them on the road to figure out why the \"nanny\" alarms are going off.  I don't know why these things are being added to vehicles…","quote_2_odi":"11731815","quote_2_text":"I am filing a complaint against our 2026 Toyota Camry XLE AWD, this complaint probably impacts all new cars.  I have no issues with the mechanics or the car, its mileage, etc. However, the so-called safety features, what you call ADAS, are nothing more than a driver distraction","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-driver-seat-popping-shifting","label":"Driver seat popping, shifting, and instability sensation","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741837","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat produces a noticeable popping sensation against my back during acceleration, braking, and when driving over bumps. The issue appears to originate from the lumbar support assembly within the driver's seat. I have also observed that the condition occurs much more…","quote_2_odi":"11743036","quote_2_text":"I am reporting an issue with the driver seat in my 2026 Toyota Camry SE model. The seat exhibits abnormal movement, shifting, instability, and popping sensations in the seatback (lumper support) area during normal driving conditions, specifically while accelerating or coming to…","quote_3_odi":"11748072","quote_3_text":"Toyota Camry driver seat issue. popping noise, crunching sounds, and a physical shifting sensation in the mid-back and shoulder areas. Very annoying and distracting when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-front-bumper-clip-detachment","label":"Front bumper clip detachment and recurring looseness","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05-26 → 2026-08-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745389","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s front bumper under the passenger side keeps becoming loose with a large noticeable gap even after fixed by the dealership. Appears to be weak clips used by Toyota during the manufacturing process. Vehicle is new, purchased 1/2026 and this recurrent issue showed up…","quote_2_odi":"11755751","quote_2_text":"While washing my car, I noticed that the clips securing the front bumper—specifically on the right side, beneath the headlight—had come loose. I took the car to the Toyota service center on Monday, June 22nd. They inspected the bumper and found no signs of scraping or impact, so…","quote_3_odi":"11740170","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front bumper partially detached. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was repaired several times; however, the failure persisted","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-hybrid-recall-25v869-remedy-delay","label":"NHTSA 25V869 hybrid inverter recall remedy delay","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2025-11-17 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748687","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint because my 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid has been under NHTSA Safety Recall 25V869 since December 16, 2025. As of July 2026, Toyota still has not provided a repair or remedy. It has been more than six months, and owners continue to drive vehicles affected…","quote_2_odi":"11752084","quote_2_text":"This is a manufacturer safety recall (NHTSA #25V869) for a loose bolt inside the hybrid inverter that could cause loss of motive power or a vehicle fire. The vehicle was sold to me as new with the recall already open and unrepaired. As of this date, Toyota has not made the…","quote_3_odi":"11714964","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle suddenly decelerated, with an audible beeping alarm activated and the check engine warning light illuminated. The message \"Hybrid System Malfunction\" was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-instrument-cluster-electrical-blank","label":"Instrument cluster blank screen and electrical system warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07-30 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755460","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Camry Hybrid. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the instrument panel was blank. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V511000 (Electrical System).  The dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not…","quote_2_odi":"11753793","quote_2_text":"While actively moving at highway speeds on July 13, 2026, the vehicle suffered an instantant, total loss of all 12V electrical auxiliary power. The dashboard flashed 'Hybrid System Malfunction' and 'Drive-Start Control Malfunction' before all digital instrument clusters, center…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-tire-sidewall-defect","label":"OEM tire sidewall bulging and cold-weather traction","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01-27 → 2026-06-09","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743093","quote_1_text":"I purchased this Toyota Camry new approximately 20 days ago. The vehicle currently has approximately 750 miles on it. During car washing, I discovered visible bulges on all four tires. The tires are Goodyear Assurance RangeMax with DOT number 1M63P LF1R 1626","quote_2_odi":"11714154","quote_2_text":"These tires came standard on a Toyota camry 2026 HEV.  These tires cannot be driven in cold weather conditions. It states on their website they grip the road better in temperatures above 47deg Fahrenheit.   Toyota is selling these cars in cold climates with these tires on the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration events with brake non-response","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-01-15 → 2026-08-12","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756516","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2026 Toyota Camry LE Hybrid at approximately 10 mph in a parking lot, the vehicle accelerated on its own without any input from me. I applied hard braking to bring the vehicle under control. No collision occurred. The specific component or system that failed is…","quote_2_odi":"11755978","quote_2_text":"I encountered an accident on 6/6/2026 due to a sudden acceleration of this car. I stepped on the gas pedal slightly to move the car approximately one foot to the curve to park, when all of a sudden the car suddenly accelerated full force that it jumped over the curve and hit the…","quote_3_odi":"11711481","quote_3_text":"The 2026 toyota suddenly accelerated when pulling into a handicap space.  Suddenly the vehicle jumped the concrete barrier and sidewalk and hit a building.  The airbags did not deploy and the seat belts came off as normal. The building was not damaged but my wife sustained a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Camry","model_slug":"camry","cluster_id":"camry-2026-wheel-separation","label":"Wheel detachment from vehicle while driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-11-17 → 2026-06-15","source_complaint_count":116,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744140","quote_1_text":"My son was driving a 2026 Toyota Camry with approximately 2,000 miles when the wheel suddenly detached from the vehicle while traveling on the highway. The vehicle dropped onto the rotor and became difficult to control. Thankfully, he was able to safely get off the road and was…","quote_2_odi":"11699844","quote_2_text":"On ([XXX]) evening @ [XXX] while driving on [XXX] North towards Cumming, the passenger side back tire suddenly dislodged itself from the rim and went flying across the highway. Because of this, I found myself in a state of immense panic, seeing the car tilt on one side, scraping…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/camry","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bags failed to deploy or deployed with injury in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11421414","quote_1_text":"2009 Toyota Corolla S was involved in an accident where the car flipped several times. Not a single airbag deployed","quote_2_odi":"11338186","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS MOVING AT 25 MPH AND WAS HIT ON THE LEFT REAR FENDER. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11035757","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WAS INVOLVED IN ACCIDENT ON OCT 7TH AND WAS TOTALED AND THE AIR BAGS NEVER WENT OFF DESPITE THE DRIVER HITTING THEIR HEAD RIGHT WHERE THE SIDE AIR BAG WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-electrical-stall-wiring-harness","label":"Electrical system stalling and wiring harness failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11417402","quote_1_text":"My Toyota power door lock actuators continue to fail, even after multiple replacements","quote_2_odi":"11130045","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. ALL INSTANCES THE VEHICLE STALLS WHILE DRIVING. PROBLEM IS RANDOM AND NON-REPEATABLE","quote_3_odi":"11081465","quote_3_text":"SUSPECT FAULTY ECM (ENGINE CONTROL MODULE) AS EVIDENCED BY RECALL ON VEHICLES UP TO 2008. VEHICLE RANDOMLY LOSES POWER, BOTH IN MOTION AT VARIOUS SPEEDS AND AT REST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from engine piston rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11374929","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE IS GOING THROUGH SEVERAL QUARTS OF OIL WITHIN THE 3,000 MILE RANGE. EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION","quote_2_odi":"11221587","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2009 TOYOTA COROLLA LE 1.8 THAT HAS DEFECTIVE PISTON RINGS WHICH CAUSES THE ENGINE TO CONSUME EXCESSIVE OIL AND IT HAS CAUSED TWO OF THE ENGINE CYLINDERS TO MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11078891","quote_3_text":"ENGINE BURNS OIL AT A RATE OF 1 QUART EVERY 500 MILES. MILEAGE IS ONLY 105,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-power-steering-loss-and-wander","label":"Electric power steering wander or sudden loss of assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11549792","quote_1_text":"Power steering fails to operate causing loss of control while navigating turns","quote_2_odi":"11471536","quote_2_text":"The steering stopped responding, car started spinning hitting both left and right retaining walls","quote_3_odi":"11291779","quote_3_text":"EXTREMELY LOOSE STEERING. CAR HAS NO CONTROL ON HIGHWAY. I ALMOST HIT A CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by unavailable parts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":96,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11020988","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11031208","quote_2_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME TO COMPLETE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11039774","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN ADVISED NOT TO USE THIS VEHICLE BY THE VEHICLE MANUFACTURER. I HAVE ALSO BEEN ADVISED THAT THE AIR BAG MANUFACTURER MAY SOON NOT BE ABLE TO PAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2009,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2009-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle speed control unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":1533,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11438174","quote_1_text":"My 2009 Toyota Corolla is once again exhibiting undesired acceleration. Toyota has deemed this vehicle repaired in response to the recall that covered this issue","quote_2_odi":"11097575","quote_2_text":"AT RANDOM TIMES THE CAR BEGINS TO ACCELERATE ON ITS OWN WITH NO INTERFERENCE TO THE PEDAL","quote_3_odi":"11089448","quote_3_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2009/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2010-oil-consumption-timing-chain","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":1264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11490878","quote_1_text":"The timing chain broke while the vehicle was in motion. Per multiple online sources, many of reported that the VVTi malfunction can cause premature wearing of the timing chain. There were only 140K miles on the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11405406","quote_2_text":"I CHANGE OIL REGULARLY EVERY 5000 MILES. AT 187,775 MILES CHANGED OIL AND ONLY 1.25QT CAME OUT. NEXT OIL CHANGE ROUGHLY 192,000 ONLY 2QT CAME OUT. OIL CAPACITY IS AROUND 4.4 QT. NO OIL LEAKS SO THIS ENGINE IS BURNING OIL 2QT EVERY 5000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"11217012","quote_3_text":"COLD START RATTLING. WHEN CAR SIT THERE FOR COUPLE HOURS THEN START UP, ENGINE RATTLES FOR A BRIEF 1-2 SECONDS CAMSHAFT FAILURE/CHAIN TENSIONER IMPROPER INSTALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2010-power-steering-loss","label":"Loss of power steering assist and steering wheel lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":1264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11321237","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT. THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND RESTARTED AND THE POWER STEERING OPERATED AS INTENDED","quote_2_odi":"11194226","quote_2_text":"SUDDEN FAILURE OF STEERING WHILE DRIVING. CURRENT MILEAGE AROUND 116,000. HAD BEEN DRIVING FOR ABOUT 30MIN AROUND 15-35MPH ON CITY STREETS WHEN STEERING SUDDENLY LOCKED UP AT ABOUT 15MPH WHILE I WAS MERGING LANES. BECAME INCREDIBLY DIFFICULT TO TURN STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2010-stalling-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stalling and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":1264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11316494","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 TOYOTA COROLLA HAS BEEN BACKFIRING, STALLING OUT, & SHUTTING OFF WHEN I GET INTO HEAVY OR STANDSTILL TRAFFIC, WHICH IS VERY DANGEROUS. IT STALLED OUT & SHUT OFF IN THE MIDDLE OF ROBBINS STREET (3 LANE 1 WAY STREET)","quote_2_odi":"11316180","quote_2_text":"MY 2010 TOYOTA KEPT STALLING OUT, MOSTLY WHEN IT WAS IN IDLE MODE. IF I WAS DRIVING A SLOWER SPEED, IT WOULD SOMETIMES LOSE POWER AND WHEN I PUSHED ON THE GAS PEDAL, THERE WAS NOTHING THERE...LIKE AIR","quote_3_odi":"11316202","quote_3_text":"IM CAR SOMETIMES TRY'S TO STALL OUT WHILE IM DRIVING OR SITTING AT A STOP LIGHT. IT SOUNDS LIKE IT IS BEING CHOKED OUT OR ISN'T GETTING ENOUGH FUEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2010-takata-airbag-recall","label":"Takata airbag inflator recall and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":102,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":1264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11062075","quote_1_text":"SUMMARY: THE SUBJECT VEHICLES ARE EQUIPPED WITH FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG INFLATORS PRODUCED BY TAKATA. ACCORDING TO TAKATA, THE PROPELLANT IN THESE INFLATORS MAY DEGRADE AFTER PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO HIGH ABSOLUTE HUMIDITY AND FLUCTUATING HIGH TEMPERATURES. DEGRADED PROPELLANT CAN","quote_2_odi":"11064878","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL WE HAVE NOT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION AS TO WHEN WE CAN GET THE REPAIRS DONE. WE ARE AFRAID TO DRIVE THE CAR. WE NEED THE CAR AND EACH DAY WE FACE THE POSSIBILITY OF THE BAG EXPLODING. WHEN IS IT GOING TO BE DONE","quote_3_odi":"11588828","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2010 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH during a rain storm, the vehicle rolled over a dip in the road and lost traction. The contact stated he lost control and the vehicle crashed into the center divider of the road and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and failure to slow when braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":1264,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11756518","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly lunged forward. The brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle kept rolling forward, and the contact was forced to use the parking brake to stop the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11433581","quote_2_text":"There have been multiple times where the car accelerates on it's own, suddenly. The latest was last evening. It usually happens when I'm just going to accelerate slighting (at a stop sign, or end of the driveway) where I give it just a little gas, and the car accelerates much","quote_3_odi":"11407060","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AND APPROACHING A RED TRAFFIC LIGHT, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO NEUTRAL AND STOPPED THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11033111","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11062446","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11185058","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH IN THE RAIN, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO HYDROPLANE. THE VEHICLE SPUN AROUND AND CRASHED INTO A BRICK WALL. THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED LATE AND STRUCK THE CONTACT IN THE FACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2011-steering-wander-loss-assist","label":"Steering wander and loss of power assist","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11563620","quote_1_text":"While driving on a straight road steering wheel suddenly jerk hard left and right several times for just a few seconds and then went normal. This caused the car to cross lane into oncoming traffic","quote_2_odi":"11131538","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON INTERSTATE ABOVE 55MPH, STEERING SEEMS TO GET DRIFTY. FEELS UNSAFE. VERY SCARY. WE HAVE HAD NEW TIRES INSTALLED AND ALIGNMENT CHECKED","quote_3_odi":"11151105","quote_3_text":"LOST POWER STEERING.CAN NOT TURN LEFT OR RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":151,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11128642","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER FAILED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WITHIN A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"11005350","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL- THE RECALL WAS MADE MAY 23, 2016 AND THERE IS STILL NO FIXES FOR MY CAR. THIS IS A FAMILY VEHICLE THAT I USE TO TRANSPORT MY CHILD AND TAKE THE RISK EVERY TIME I TRAVEL BECAUSE IT IS MY ONLY VEHICLE AND I AM STILL MAKING PAYMENTS ON IT","quote_3_odi":"11002903","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL G1P NHTSA RECALL NO. 16V-340 ORIGINAL NOTICE DATE - MAY 23RD, 2016. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED OF DEFECTIVE PART, AND OWNER WAS INFORMED TO \"WAIT UNTIL NECESSARY PARTS ARRIVE\" IN FALL 2016. OVER 6 MONTHS LATER, STILL NO WORD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2011-transmission-slip-hesitation","label":"Transmission slip and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11570367","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was released, and the vehicle made an abnormal sound. The check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11488041","quote_2_text":"My Transmission On My 2011 Toyota Corolla Has Been Experiencing So Troubles .when being put into gear to drive it acts as if it's in Neutral and put on reverse the same thing","quote_3_odi":"11252135","quote_3_text":"WHENEVER I AM DRIVING BETWEEN 15-25 MPH, THE VEHICLE FEELS LIKE IT'S DRAGGING WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON.THE RPM WOULD RANDOMLY SURGE THEN DROP AS THE VEHICLE GOES OVER 25 OR UNDER 15MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2011-unintended-acceleration-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake pedal ineffectiveness","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":590,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11372413","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNDISCLOSED SPEED, WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"11080099","quote_2_text":"THE ACCIDENT HAPPENED IN THE HOUSE-ATTACHED GARAGE. I ALREADY ENTERED THE GARAGE, AND THE CAR IS ALMOST STOPPED. THEN I NEED TO HIT THE BRAKE THOROUGHLY TO FULLY STOP THE CAR. I HIT THE BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER THE CAR ACCELERATED SUDDENLY, JUMPED AHEAD AND CRASH INTO THE HOUSE WALL","quote_3_odi":"11022342","quote_3_text":"MY CAR SEEMS TO BE ACCELERATING AS OPPOSED TO BRAKING WHEN I APPLY BRAKE AT VERY LOW SPEEDS (AROUND 20 MPH). I NOTICED IT FIRST IN OCTOBER 2014 AND THOUGHT IT WAS RANDOM INCIDENT OR MY MISJUDGMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2012-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":445,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11030284","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER ACCELERATED FROM THE STOP SIGN AT 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK BY ANOTHER VEHICLE ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE ACROSS TO THE PASSENGER SIDE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY FROM THE DRIVER AND","quote_2_odi":"11204113","quote_2_text":"WAS IN A FRONT END COLLISION AND AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I T-BONED ANOTHER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11394627","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2012-post-recall-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light after recall replacement","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":445,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11349169","quote_1_text":"MY AIRBAG WAS RECALLED I GOT IT FIXED AND NOW THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON. I TOOK IT BACK IT BACK TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT HAS NOTHING TO DO WITH THE WORK THEY DID. I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 3 YEARS WITH NO LIGHTS ON AND NOW, AFTER I GET THE RECALL FIXED, A LIGHT COMES ON AND ITS","quote_2_odi":"11548710","quote_2_text":"Airbag needed to be replaced....again. This vehicle has had many recalls before, but now I am forced to pay for an additional replacement. Airbags are supposed to last the lifetime of the vehicle. Toyota not covering this $1000 expense is ridiculous and unsafe","quote_3_odi":"11549240","quote_3_text":"after fixing airbag with recalls before, i was forced to adjust airbag again. TOYOTA NEEDS ANOTHER RECALL. $1000 OU TOF POCKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2012-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts and repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":146,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":445,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11057049","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL-DESPITE NUMEROUS CALLS AND CONVERSATIONS WITH STONE MOUNTAIN TOYOTA, I HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO GET MY VEHICLE 'S AIRBAGS REPLACED. I HAVE BEEN GIVEN APPOINTMENTS ON NOVEMBER 2 AND DECEMBER 28 FOR THIS WORK TO BE PERFORMED, AND HAVE BEEN TOLD FOR THE NOVEMBER DATE THAT","quote_2_odi":"11096620","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL CALLED DEALER REPEATEDLY. WAS TOLD THERE ARE \"NO REPLACEMENT BAGS AVAILABLE AT THIS TIME\" COULD TAKE 2 MORE YEARS PERHAPS.WHAT DO WE DO NOW >","quote_3_odi":"11021216","quote_3_text":"A NOTICE WAS SENT TO ME REGARDING THE RECALL IN JANUARY. IT IS NOW 8 MONTHS AND A SOLUTION FOR THE DEFECTION ITEM HAS NOT BEEN FOUND. THIS IS CONCERNING. DOES TOYOTA HAVE A DATE IN WHICH THEY PLAN TO REMEDY THE SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"airbag-non-deployment-in-crashes","label":"Airbag Non-Deployment in Crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11109687","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V024000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A WHIPLASH, BACK PAINS, AND HEADACHES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11094007","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED THE SAME SYMPTOMS AS INDICATED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V024000 (AIR BAGS)","quote_3_odi":"11229821","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE AIRBAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AFTER IMPACT AT 55 MPH IN A 3 VEHICLE PILE UP ON THE FREEWAY. I HAVE TAKEN MY VEHICLE IN BEFORE FOR PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL AND REPAIRED. NEITHER ONE DEPLOYED INCLUDING THE SIDE DOORS, PASSENGER AND DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"brake-pedal-failure-and-premature-wear","label":"Brake Pedal Failure and Premature Wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11131692","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE BRAKING DISTANCE INCREASED. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A BRAKE LEAK BEHIND THE MASTER CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"10970609","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE SEPTEMBER 2015 WITH 59,000 MILES. 8 MONTHS LATER THE MASTER CYLINDER MALFUNCTIONS. BRAKE PEDAL HAS TO BE PUSHED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOOR AND MAKES A WEIRD NOISE, LIKE A CREAKING NOISE","quote_3_odi":"10561130","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, HE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE ABS LIGHT ILLUMINATED. HE HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL A FEW TIMES IN ORDER TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"steering-wander-and-loss-of-control","label":"Steering Wander and Loss of Control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11481742","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became loose while making left and right turns. As a result, the vehicle overturned without warning No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11132879","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE STEERING LOST POWER AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO VEER LEFT. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A GUARDRAIL AND TRAVELED DOWN AN EMBANKMENT. THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED","quote_3_odi":"10617587","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE BECAME DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AND CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"takata-recall-notices-and-repair-delays","label":"Takata Recall Notices and Repair Delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11640478","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Corolla. The contact received notifications of NHTSA Campaign Numbers: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) and 19V005000 (AIR BAGS) and would like to be removed from the recall distribution list","quote_2_odi":"11322962","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MANUFACTURER HAD EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11111154","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: ON 2-28-18 AFTER I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM TOYOTA MOTOR SALES, 6565 HEADQUARTERS DRIVE, PLANO, TX 75024 I CONTACTED MY USUAL SERVICE CENTER WHICH IS STERLING MCCALL TOYOTA (HOUSTON, TX) & TOLD THEM MY VEHICLE NEEDED AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ACCORDING TO THE LETTER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"transmission-hesitation-and-delayed-acceleration","label":"Transmission Hesitation and Delayed Acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11181587","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LUNGE FORWARD. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING","quote_2_odi":"10715464","quote_2_text":"CAR DOES NOT ENGAGE IN GEAR WHEN FIRST STARTED AND PLACED IN DRIVE OR REVERSE. IT REMAINS IN NEUTRAL (EVEN THOUGH THE SHIFT LEVER IS IN DRIVE OR REVERSE POSITION), THEN GRADUALLY SLIDES INTO GEAR","quote_3_odi":"10667767","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN WAS UNABLE TO DETERMINE THE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended Acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10854353","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS A FAILURE WITH UNINTENDED ACCELERATION WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING HIGH WHILE AT A STOP OR IN DRIVE. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENSURE THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED WITH FORCE TO ENSURE THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SURGE FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10821030","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER TO BE REPAIRED, BUT NO FAILURES COULD BE FOUND. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10507434","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKES DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE WALL OF A PRIVATE RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURES TO THE RIGHT LEG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Frontal air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11628484","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while the daughter was driving approximately 70 MPH the daughter lost control of the steering causing the vehicle to roll over and crash into a ditch","quote_2_odi":"11460444","quote_2_text":"My daughter was driving a 2014 Corolla with just over 100k miles and T-Boned a truck that pulled out in front of her. She was doing 30 mph when she hit the truck and the airbags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"10822414","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11076353","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT DOORS NO LONGER LOCK BY PRESSING THE BUTTON ON THE DOOR. THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR DOES NOT LOCK AT ALL, EVEN IF THE LOCK IS PRESSED BY HAND","quote_2_odi":"11218624","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THREE SEPARATE DOOR LOCK ACTUATERS THAT HAVE FAILED OR ARE FAILING ALL WITHIN A 2 MONTH PERIOD WITH ONLY 51000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-infotainment-reboot-loop","label":"Infotainment touchscreen reboot loop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11131049","quote_1_text":"BOTH THE DISPLAY AND FUNCTIONALITY OF MY 2014 COROLLA'S BLUETOOTH RADIO NAVIGATION UNIT SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING AND IT APPEARS TO BE IN A NEVER-ENDING REBOOT CYCLE","quote_2_odi":"11075802","quote_2_text":"THE DISPLAY SCREEN FOR THE RADIO, NAVIGATION, MAINTENANCE REMINDERS, HANDS FREE PHONE USE, ETC. SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING WHEN STARTED MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11310230","quote_3_text":"THE SCREEN THAT CONTAINS ALL HANDS FREE OPTIONS CONTINUOUSLY ACTS AS IF IT IS REBOOTING AND NEVER FINISHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-paint-peeling","label":"Factory paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11635993","quote_1_text":"THE PAINT ON MY CAR IS COMING OFF IN SHEETS AND CHUNKS AS I GO DOWN THE ROAD. IT IS MY UNDERSTANDING THIS IS A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM WITH WHITE PAINT ON TOYOTA'S VEHICLES MANUFACTURED DURING YEARS THAT INCLUDE MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"11734621","quote_2_text":"The factory white paint on my 2014 Toyota Corolla has been peeling and delaminating in large sheets down to the primer and bare metal. This appears to be a paint adhesion failure, not normal wear or surface chipping","quote_3_odi":"11282079","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A 2014 CERTIFIED TOYOTA COROLLA S AT TOYOTA CULVER CITY LAST JULY 2017, MAINTANANCE OF MY VEHICLE IS ALWAYS SERVICE AT THIS LOCATION EVER SINCE I GOT IT. THE OTHER DAY WHILE CLEANING MY VEHICLE I NOTICED THAT THE PAINT ON THE CORNER SIDE OF MY HOOD IS PEELING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11319069","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE AND BROUGHT MY CAR ATTOYOTA OF RIVERSIDE. I WAS TOLD THEY WON'T BE ABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM BECAUSE THEY DON'T HAVE THE PARTS AND IT WILL TAKE A COUPLE OF DAYS FOR THEM TO GET THE PARTS","quote_2_odi":"11301072","quote_2_text":"FOR 2 YEARS I'VE RECEIVED RECALL ON MY CAR AND EACH TIME I GET SAME RESPONSE FROM TOYOTA THE TEJAS LOCATION THAT THEY DON'T HAVE A REMEDY AND I WILL GET NOTIFIED WHEN THEY DO","quote_3_odi":"10885543","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V352000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11266664","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2014 COROLLA THAT I BOUGHT NEW I ONLY HAVE LESS THAN 38000 MILES ON IT THE TRANSMISSON HAS ALREADY FAIL ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11111989","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DETERMINED THAT THE TRANSMISSION FAILED AND NEEDED REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10883949","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE INCLINES, THE VEHICLE WOULD FAIL TO ACCELERATE AND ROLLED BACKWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":269,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11509545","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while parking the vehicle driving 5 MPH, the vehicle independently accelerated","quote_2_odi":"10854570","quote_2_text":"WHEN I WAS DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH HEADLIGHTS ON, WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON, THE CAR ACCELERATED BY ITSELF UPTO THE SPEED OF 85 MPH EVEN THOUGH I SET CRUISE AT 65 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11052623","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE TURNING INTO A PARKING SPACE AT APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11672272","quote_1_text":"I purchased this vehicle in November 2024 from a dealership. On July 8, 2025, I was involved in a crash where the airbag failed to deploy. After the accident, I learned there was an active recall from 2020 (NHTSA Recall No. 20V024) related to the airbag control system.…","quote_2_odi":"11550236","quote_2_text":"My daughter was hit from rear and the air bags didn't deploy the car was a total loss.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-airbag-recall-repair","label":"Air bag recall repair and parts availability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11320305","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V024000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE.…","quote_2_odi":"11323174","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA RECALLED IN JANUARY 2020, BUT HAVE NOT FIXED IT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-brake-response","label":"Brake pedal travel and stopping response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11223071","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE WAS DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES AN HOUR CAME TO A RED LIGHT, DEPRESSED BRAKES HAD VIRTUALLY NO RESPONSE FROM BRAKE PEDAL.…","quote_2_odi":"10861286","quote_2_text":"BRAKES OVERHEAT AFTER DRIVING FOR SEVERAL HOURS AND AFTER THEY HEAT CAR NEEDS MORE DISTANCE TO BE ABLE TO STOP AND WAS ALMOST IN AN ACCIDENT (BRAKE PADS GET DEFORMED FROM HEAT)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-cvt-failure","label":"CVT failure and loss of acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11431017","quote_1_text":"vehicle was going down highway. then decreased speed. then wont go at all. mechanic stated cvt transmission not working.","quote_2_odi":"11384009","quote_2_text":"I WAS DIVING DOWN AN INTERSTATE AND AFTER EXITING TO A STOP, THE CAR WOULD BARELY GO AFTER TURNING LEFT. AFTER A FEW MORE MILES, THE CAR JUAT STOPPED. THE ENGINE WOULD STILL RUN BUT NO ACCELERATION. AFTER HAVING THE CAR TOWED AND INSPECTED, WAS TOLD I NEEDED A NEW TRANSMISSION.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-headlight-glare","label":"Headlight glare and DRL taillight operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10820323","quote_1_text":"2014+ TOYOTA COROLLA HEADLIGHTS ARE TOO BRIGHT AND BLIND ON-COMING DRIVERS","quote_2_odi":"10789395","quote_2_text":"EVERYDAY I SEE AT LEAST 5 PEOPLE IN 2014-2016 COROLLA MODELS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WITH THEIR DRLS ON BUT NO OTHER LIGHTS. THIS OCCURS BECAUSE THE VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH LED HEADLIGHTS USE THEIR REGULAR BEAM AS THE DRL AND PEOPLE ASSUME THEY HAVE AUTOMATIC HEADLIGHTS.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Paint peeling and delamination to primer","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11727057","quote_1_text":"Blizzard pearl paint is peeling all over the vehicle. Large chips of paint are coming off. I took it to the dealer and called the Toyota corporate office and was told that the recall had expired and I would have to pay out of pocket.…","quote_2_odi":"11715076","quote_2_text":"Factory paint on my 2015 Toyota Corolla is delaminating and peeling in sheets down to primer on multiple body panels (hood, fender, and door area). There is no impact damage, scratches, or external cause. This appears to be a factory paint adhesion failure.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-steering-lockup","label":"Steering column lockup and seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10896231","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A USED 2015 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH ABOUT 27,085MILES, IN JUNE 2016. THREE MONTHS LATER, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. I COULD NOT TURN THE WHEEL AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT WORK.…","quote_2_odi":"11609140","quote_2_text":"Rack and pinion steering rack failure. Car only has 119K miles. Diagnosed by Peterson Toyota on 08/16/2024. Repair cost is $2,000.00! Rack and pinion failure created very tight steering characteristic and banging, knocking noise.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":218,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11020982","quote_1_text":"DANGEROUS UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. I WAS DRIVING 5-10 MPH IN A PARKING LOT WHEN THE CAR ACCELERATED QUICKLY FOR NO REASON. THE FLOOR MATS WERE FINE. MY FOOT DID NOT SLIP. THE CAR JUST ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN TO ABOUT 35 MPH.","quote_2_odi":"11132992","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE SPEEDS UP AND LUNGES FORWARD ON ITS OWN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag and seat belt pretensioner non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11267310","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2016 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE DROVE OFF THE HIGHWAY INTO AND EMBANKMENT AND ROLLED OVER FOUR TIMES. NONE OF THE FRONTAL AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11015848","quote_2_text":"I HAD AN ACCIDENT ON MAECH FIRST AND THE AIR BAGS DIDN'T GO OUT","quote_3_odi":"10911117","quote_3_text":"AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AT TIME OF CRASH WHICH THEY SHOULD HAVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Grinding noise and delayed brake response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11150219","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND WAS EXITING A FREEWAY. AS I WAS APPLYING THE BRAKE, THE BRAKE WAS NOT ENGAGING, AND WAS MAKING A HISSING SOUND EVERY TIME I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL TRYING TO STOP THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10972365","quote_2_text":"UPON ENTERING MY CARPORT, WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE CAR SUDDENLY LURCHED FORWARD SEVERAL FEET, NEARLY COLLIDING WITH A CONCRETE WALL","quote_3_odi":"11292480","quote_3_text":"ON 1/1/2020 WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON THE CITY STREET; AND WHEN ATTEMPTING TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE BRAKES STARTED TO GRIND AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission judder and premature failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750209","quote_1_text":"The CVT transmission on my 2016 Toyota Corolla initially suffered a complete mechanical failure and was repaired on 01/08/2024, forcing me to pay $3,696 out of pocket for a replacement at an independent shop","quote_2_odi":"11279914","quote_2_text":"2016 TOYOTA COROLLA, 80,000 MILES. I'M DRIVING UP A HILL TOWARDS THE FREEWAY AND MY CAR SLOWS AND COMES TO A STOP. I TRY TO TURN THE CAR ON AND IT WON'T TURN ON","quote_3_odi":"11361192","quote_3_text":"TRANSMISSION IS CLUNKING AND IT SEEMS LIKE AN EXTREMELY ROUGH DOWNSHIFTING MOSTLY AT FREEWAY SPEEDS AND IT ACTUALLY SOUNDS AND FEELS AS THOUGH YOU'VE HIT SOMETHING ON THE ROAD EVEN THOUGH ROAD WAS CLEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-electric-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering stiffness or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11309521","quote_1_text":"WHEN IT'S A LITTLE COLD OUT AND I START UP MY CAR,MY STEERING WHEEL WILL NOT TURN, IT'S LIKE IT IS LOCKED. UNTIL IT WARMS UP A BIT I CAN'T AND WILL NOT MOVE IT UNTIL IT BECOMES NORMAL AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10893690","quote_2_text":"STEERING WHEEL RECALL. I WAS COMING OUT FROM AN ALLEY TO GET INTO THE MAIN ROAD, THE STEERING WHEEL FROZE, LOCKED UP, OR JAMMED TO THE RIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11316889","quote_3_text":"THE POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON AND WHEN I TRIED TO DRIVE IT IT WAS LIKE DRIVING A MANUAL STEERING. WHEN ON THE HIGHWAY IT WAS LIKE DRIVING A TRACTOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-factory-paint-peeling","label":"Factory paint peeling on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746704","quote_1_text":"The factory-applied Super White (paint code 040) paint on my vehicle has peeled down to bare metal on multiple exterior body panels","quote_2_odi":"11732564","quote_2_text":"I have super white (040) paint and it's flaking off due to original manufacturer paint defect. Paint is flaking off my passenger back door and a large piece/area of roof","quote_3_odi":"11360896","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PAINT PEELED ON THE FRONT BUMPER OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-tire-tread-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire tread and sidewall separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11522019","quote_1_text":"The tire had a blowout on the inside of the tire close to the inner rim. No road debris has been experienced on the trip on 71 N from Columbus to Cleveland","quote_2_odi":"11493493","quote_2_text":"Tire wall is separating at the seem, can easly slide a card under separation. Appears it was not properly adhered per mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11323149","quote_3_text":"2016 TOYOTA COROLLA WITH 30,000 MILES ON ORIGINAL HANKOOK OPTIMO 195/65R H426 TIRES. MY COMPLAINT IS ABOUT COMPLETE TIRE TREAD SEPARATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2016-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":212,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11055024","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING IN TO PARKING SPACE AT A VERY LOW SPEED. MY CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE AND LUNGED INTO PARED CAR IN FRONT OF ME. CAUSING DAMAGE TO OTHER CAR AND MINE. I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE BUT IT DIDINT STOP THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11039916","quote_2_text":"I HAD EASED IN MY PARKING SPACE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR STARTED TO EXCELERATE AND LUNGED FORWARD AND HIT THE PARKED CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THERE WAS NOTHING I COULD DO BUT WATCH HELPLESSLY","quote_3_odi":"10934827","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2016 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE REVERSING IN A PARKING LOT, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11299613","quote_1_text":"I REAR-ENDED SOMEONE AT APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH AND NONE OF MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11527734","quote_2_text":"Three car accident. Driver 3 was at stop light (red) driver 2 (myself) was directly behind him (stopped). Driver 1 and at high speed hit me from behind. Airbags didn’t deploy. Causing injury to me and my passenger","quote_3_odi":"11376330","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STRUCK A DEAR AT APPROX. 50-55 MPH. NO AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT. VEHICLE SUFFERED DAMAGE AS FAR BACK AS THE ENGINE REQUIRING REPLACEMENT OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. FRONT IMPACT BAR AND CORE SUPPORT WAS NOTICEABLY BENT. HOW COULD AIRBAGS NOT DEPLOY? I WAS NOT DRIVING MY WIFE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal fails to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11002870","quote_1_text":"MY NEW (4,000 MILES) TOYOTA COROLLA 2017 FAILED TO STOP IN A PARKING LOT. I PULLED IN A PARKING LOT OF MY APARTMENT BUILDING, BUT MY CAR FAILED TO STOP AT THE CAR STOPPER (BUMP) AND KEPT GOING. I KEPT APPLYING THE BRAKES, BUT THE CAR KEPT GOING","quote_2_odi":"11317774","quote_2_text":"FIRST OCCURED AT 45K, DRIVING HOME ON CITY STREET TRAVELING STRAIGHT AT ABOUT 40MPH WHEN TRAFFIC CAME TO STOP, WENT TO BRAKE AND PEDAL DEPRESSED TO FLOOR AND CAR DID NOT STOP. WAS ABLE TO ENGINE BRAKE AND USING PARKING BRAKE TO SAFETLY STOP","quote_3_odi":"11111733","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 3 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE CONTACT HAD TO ENGAGE THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-cruise-control-downhill-surge","label":"Cruise control speed surge on downgrades","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11032098","quote_1_text":"SPEED CONTROL ENGAGED GOING DOWNHILL ON HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH - CAR ACCELERATES VERY QUICKLY TO OVER 70 MPH AND THE TAC GOES TO 4500. TO DISENGAGE I EITHER TURNOFF SPEED CONTROL OR BRAKE. THIS HAPPENED FOUR TIMES TODAY","quote_2_odi":"11361337","quote_2_text":"WHEN GOING DOWN HILL, THE CRUISE CONTROL RACES THE ENGINE INTO HIGH RPM (4000+ RPM) RATHER THAN SLOWING THE ENGINE AND CONTROLLING THE CAR SPEED. IT HAS DONE THIS SINCE IT WAS NEW","quote_3_odi":"10939047","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE CRUISE CONTROL IS ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE IS ON A DECLINE THE CRUISE CONTROL DOES NOT MAINTAIN THE SET SPEED. DEPENDING ON THE SEVERITY OF THE DECLINE THE SPEED WILL INCREASE FROM 5 TO 15 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-cvt-transmission-hesitation","label":"CVT transmission hesitation and shift failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563178","quote_1_text":"My college son was driving down from Orlando, and when he got here I took his/my car to my mechanic because the AC was not cold. I felt a hard shift when I put it in reverse, and when I started to drive the car to the mechanic, it didn’t feel right","quote_2_odi":"11190520","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA SPECIAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN JSD. UNDERSTAND THAT TOYOTA HAS NOTIFIED DEALERS THERE IS A KNOW DEFECT WITH THE CVT TRANSMISSION. HOWEVER, AS AN OWNER I HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. TRANSMISSION DOES NOT OPERATE SMOOTHLY WHEN DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11497609","quote_3_text":"During a routine drive on the 91 West freeway my car got stuck in gear. I was unable to move the car that was on a busy freeway that was seconds ago driving perfectly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-headlight-beam-malfunction","label":"Headlight beam pattern and auto high-beam malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11157129","quote_1_text":"THE AUTO HIGH BEAM HEADLIGHTS WILL DIM FOR AN ONCOMING CAR AND QUITE OFTEN NOT GO BACK TO BRIGHT FOR QUITE SOME TIME (MINUTES/MILES). WHEN DRIVING DARK, TWO LANE ROADS I HAVE TO TURN MY HEADLIGHTS OFF OF AUTO SETTING","quote_2_odi":"11149708","quote_2_text":"THE AUTOMATIC HIGH/LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT SYSTEM INTERMITTENTLY STOPS WORKING. WITH THE SWITCH IN CORRECT POSITION, EVERYTHING IS WORKING AS EXPECTED, THEN THE AUTO INDICATOR ON DASH GOES OFF AND THE LIGHTS STAY ON LOW BEAMS, EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NO ONCOMING TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"11311385","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS ARE INADEQUATE, EVEN DANGEROUS. YOU CAN SEE A DISTINCT \"HORIZON LINE\" IN FRONT OF THE CAR WHICH HAS A SHARP CUTOFF ABOVE WHICH THERE IS NO ILLUMINATION. IN SPITE OF THEIR EXTREME INTENSITY, THESE HEADLIGHTS ILLUMINATE EVERYTHING BUT THE ROAD AHEAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646192","quote_1_text":"2017 Toyota Corolla SE was bought new. Original Blizzard Pearl paint under recall program. Paint has peeled in \"spots\" all over car. Toyota fixed \"spots\" in August 2021, then again in June 2024. Since then, more spots have appeared","quote_2_odi":"11404828","quote_2_text":"PAINT PEELING ON THIS COLOR BLUE AND TOYOTA IS NOT ACKNOWLEDGING THE PROBLEM, PAINT IS CHIPPING ALL OVER THE CAR , PLACES WHERE IT SHOULD NEVER YOU CAN EVEN SEE THE ORIGINAL PRIMER THE FACTORY USES UNDERNEATH THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11603447","quote_3_text":"The paint is chipping from the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2017-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":188,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11471484","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds the vehicle's power steering would suddenly fail. The contact would wait till the power steering would restore proper functionality. The failure occurred 2 times","quote_2_odi":"10939712","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE STEERING WAS UNCONTROLLABLE AND IT FELT LIKE THE WIND WAS BLOWING THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT AND RIGHT AND WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER STRAIGHT AHEAD","quote_3_odi":"11640746","quote_3_text":"While turning left out of a drive through my the steering locked up and shot to the left causing a run up on the curb. However after a second or two it cleared","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment during a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11144852","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER OWNED A 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE DRIVER LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO AN EMBANKMENT. THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11172963","quote_2_text":"HIT A DEER AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, FRONT END OF CAR WAS DESTROYED, WAS A TOTAL LOSS. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AT ALL","quote_3_odi":"11140432","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL- I WAS INVOLVED IN A SERIOUS FIVE CAR ACCIDENT WHICH MY 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA'S AIRBAG DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-brake-noise-failure","label":"Service brake noise and failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11119695","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGE. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A SIDE IMPACT COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"11123438","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD OR THE VEHICLE WOULD TAKE A FEW MINUTES TO STOP WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","quote_3_odi":"11271148","quote_3_text":"ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2019, APPROXIMATELY 3:10 PM I GOT INTO MY 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA, THE CAR WAS STATIONARY IN PARK, AND WAS NOT RUNNING ON A FLAT SURFACE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11613928","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle shut off unexpectedly on several occasions. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11328971","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE STALLED WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11709551","quote_3_text":"Due to recent reports of fuel pump recalls, my daughter bought a 2018 Toyota Corolla almost a year ago. Right now that is problem and her car will not start. I need a free replacement of her fuel pump. Thank you","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-powertrain-jerk-stall","label":"Power train jerking, hesitation, and stalling under load","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11723306","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving 75 MPH, there was an abnormal whining sound coming from the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"11574887","quote_2_text":"corolla 2018, has 90k miles, reently, (3rd time already). driving o freeway car reduced speed, and wont go over 40mph, although rpm goes high all the way to 4,000","quote_3_odi":"11669267","quote_3_text":"CVT transmission is making a loud noise and undrivable due to jerking motion every time I accelerate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-seat-belt-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction, tightness, and tearing failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11181618","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER REAR SEAT BELT SNAPPED IN HALF AND RIPPED UP THE MIDDLE OF THE BELT. HALF OF THE SEAT BELT IS HANGING THERE STILL CONNECTED. THIS IS WERE MY 7 YEAR OLD SITS","quote_2_odi":"11353698","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA COROLLA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE AND PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MALFUNCTIONED AND FAILED TO RETRACT OR SECURE THE VEHICLE OCCUPANTS","quote_3_odi":"11301570","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE SEATBELT DOES NOT LOCK WHEN BRAKES ARE DEPRESSED WHILE COMING TO A STOP. DOES NOT HAPPEN EVERY TIME. DIFFICULT TO REPLICATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-suspension-steering-noise","label":"Suspension and steering noise from control arms","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11556024","quote_1_text":"Purchased this vehicle new. The vehicle has 58,000 miles and the suspension went out, upper & lower control arms, ball joints, struts and stabilizer","quote_2_odi":"11464670","quote_2_text":"I just bought my car less than three years ago, recently I started noticing a creaking squeaking sound and my mechanic could not figure out what it was, I did research and found other people had problems as well with 2014-2019 Toyota Corolla control arms and the bushings","quote_3_odi":"11520329","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving over a speed bump, the contact heard a ratting sound coming from the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and cruise-control speed surge","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":133,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11088789","quote_1_text":"THE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM IS DESIGNED SO THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION DOWN SHIFTS WHEN THE SYSTEM IS ENGAGED AND GOING DOWN HILLS. THIS PUTS MUCH MORE WEAR AND TEAR ON BOTH THE ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"11166428","quote_2_text":"THE RPM OF THE CAR JUMPS UPTO 4000 WHEN ATTEMPTING TO SLOW THE CAR ON DOWN HILLS. TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS ARE REFUSING TO ACKNOWLEDGE THE ISSUE BUT THERE ARE CASES MANY PEOPLE GOT THEIR CAR FIXED OR EXCHANGED","quote_3_odi":"11490000","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving into a parking space, the vehicle accelerated without any warning causing the vehicle to drive over the curb and crash into a 7 eleven store building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":199,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11530245","quote_1_text":"I had a head on Collison and the air bags did not deploy and should have.","quote_2_odi":"11594105","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway the airbag sensor light came on. I did not hit anything and air bags did not deploy but the light is on showing some issue but I can not get into dealership to check for sometime. There are other recalls on this issue for this same car but not for my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2019-clutch-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch slave cylinder failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":199,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11727668","quote_1_text":"Clutch release bearing/slave cylinder failed at 29,900 miles. Without warning or unusual symptoms, clutch pedal stuck to floor and was unable to shift gears without manually pulling clutch pedal up.","quote_2_odi":"11707251","quote_2_text":"Clutch stopped working while driving. Car has 61,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2019-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":199,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11722973","quote_1_text":"2019 Toyota Corolla hatchback. Complete transmission failure.","quote_2_odi":"11604885","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed at 106000 miles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":199,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11365733","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WHITH A LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WHICH MAY STOP OPERATING , THIS MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE STALL, I CALLED TO TOYOTA OK KATY TO GET FIXED AND THE ONLY RESPOND IS THE THEY DONT HAVE FULL TO BE REPLACED AND I HAVE TO WAIT. AT THIS POINT THIS ISUE HAS 10 MONTHS.","quote_2_odi":"11595930","quote_2_text":"we took our corolla to the San Luis Obispo toyota dealership for replacement of fuel pump per national recall of that part. Since then whenever we park the car on an incline we can strongly smell gas fumes in the cabin. When we took it back stating the problem they took it in…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2019-headlight-aim","label":"Headlight beam aim and projection","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":199,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11449653","quote_1_text":"Headlight is not angled correctly and doesn't allow the driver to fully see what is infront of them at night. Dealer inspected and found no issues with alignment, however driving at night is almost like drive without headlights on as they don't show light correctly.","quote_2_odi":"11209728","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE HEADLIGHT HOUSING(?) CASTS A SHADOW INTO THE LOW BEAM PROJECTION FIELD, OBSCURING ONE'S NIGHTTIME DRIVING VIEW ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE SHADOW IS AN INVERTED TRIANGULAR SHAPE THAT HANGS FROM THE TOP SIDE IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE PROJECTION. THIS MAKES FOR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-clutch-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch slave cylinder failure on manual transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11719864","quote_1_text":"The clutch slave cylinder failed at 48,000 miles. On the freeway, I had difficulty shifting into gear and I had cars passing me at high speeds, putting my life and others' lives at risk. This part defect is due to the plastic clutch slave cylinder failing. This common issue is…","quote_2_odi":"11704423","quote_2_text":"Clutch Slave Cylinder at 51,000 miles failed causing vehicle clutch to not return and loss of fluid. Brake fluid and clutch fluid are used in the same reservoir and could cause issues causing vehicle to not be able to stop. Vehicle has been inspected by shop and has been…","quote_3_odi":"11646684","quote_3_text":"Approximately one month ago the clutch pedal on my manual 2020 Corolla went all the way to the floor and stuck in place. Had it towed to my mechanics shop and it took them nearly 2 weeks just to get a slave cylinder to replace the defective part with. Fast-forward a week later…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Coolant bypass valve failure and engine maintenance warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":127,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11652732","quote_1_text":"I own a 2020 Toyota Corolla, and without any prior warning, the “Engine Maintenance Required” message appeared on my dashboard at approximately 79,575 miles. There were no unusual symptoms—no overheating, strange noises, or performance issues—before the light turned on. I had…","quote_2_odi":"11610736","quote_2_text":"coolant bypass valve is defective and failed prematurely. coolant bypass valve cracks and leaks coolant. Once coolant beings leaking, it comes into contact with the electrical connector located near the valve. The coolant corrodes and damages the connector, which eventually…","quote_3_odi":"11650700","quote_3_text":"“Engine maintenance required” alert received, related to a faulty coolant bypass valve which will need replacement. Vehicle is currently at 51,049 miles. Alert message can’t be dismissed from the dashboard. It obstructs a significant portion of the speedometer.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-dcm-sos","label":"Data Communication Module and SOS malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-10 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11627613","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing a recurring issue with the Data Communication Module (DCM) in my 2020 Toyota Corolla. This component was previously subject to a recall, which I addressed at a dealership. However, the problem persists, and many other Toyota owners, including those with RAV4…","quote_2_odi":"11685651","quote_2_text":"SOS is malfunctioning. Rebooting every thirty seconds. Interferes with handfree phone calls messages pop up asking to call for operator. Google this and it very common. The sos is for emergencies to get you help and it cuts off every thirty seconds.Your phone calls. Were the…","quote_3_odi":"11632056","quote_3_text":"The vehicle flashes ‘connected device is not compatible’ with the ‘SOS button flashing continuously red then green.’ This message causes the microphone to remove 1 to 3 seconds of sound every 5 to 15 seconds making a clicking noise when speaking on vehicles Bluetooth. This is…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-ocs-airbag-recall","label":"OCS airbag recall with remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11675806","quote_1_text":"The current recall on this car (passenger front seat weigh sensor issue) has been going on for too long (since 2023). Based on the recall info, i have not been able to drive with anyone sitting on the front passenger seat.","quote_2_odi":"11598409","quote_2_text":"I contacted my local Toyota dealership a couple months ago about air bag recall situation and they’ve told me the parts are not ready yet. Then I called just a couple days ago and they said that the wait time will be next year in 2025 about march or may and I asked the person…","quote_3_odi":"11661606","quote_3_text":"ocs sensor recall. the potential of this recall makes me very nervous to drive the car. they haven't tested or inspected the part until the remedy is in. no lights on dash at this time.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-stall-fuel-pump","label":"Engine stall and fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11668991","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump system failure causing vehicle warning lights to come on and not turn off, affecting vehicle performance for going up hill as well as vehicle completely shutting off in middle of road . Major safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11695131","quote_2_text":"I was driving normally to work and the vehicle stalled without warning and became difficult to steer. The dashboard displayed “engine stopped, steering power low”. The vehicle was stalled in the middle of the roadway and could not be restarted for 10 minutes. This was a very…","quote_3_odi":"11657355","quote_3_text":"after shortly pumping gas, I received a alert on my car that I needed to check my fuel cap, after checking fuel cap I proceeded to drive on the highway during this time a multitude of sensors started to go off on my car, and it started to drive weird there were light such as my…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-warning-cascade","label":"Multiple safety-system malfunction warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-11 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11700972","quote_1_text":"Beginning on April 18, 2025, my 2020 Toyota Corolla LE began experiencing repeated failures involving multiple safety systems while driving. Without warning, several lights illuminate at the same time, including: Brake System Malfunction, Pre-Collision System, Parking Brake…","quote_2_odi":"11572833","quote_2_text":"Electrical issue on vehicle says that vehicles safety features are unavailable and all the light indications on the dash are lit up. It was taken to the dealership several times but the issue still hasn’t been resolved.","quote_3_odi":"11562909","quote_3_text":"Precollision System Malfunctioning and Hybrid System Malfunctioning warning signs on dashboard won’t allow the car to move or driven at all. I read reviews where people with the same warning signs on dashboard got their car stalled in the middle of the road. My vehicle only has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2020-wiper-failure","label":"Windshield wipers stopping or activating on their own","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 300 total)","source_complaint_count":300,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11711699","quote_1_text":"The windshield wiper switch assembly (column stalk/switch) malfunctions intermittently, sending unintended signals that activate the wipers despite the stalk being firmly in the OFF position. The component is still installed in the vehicle and is available for inspection upon…","quote_2_odi":"11583285","quote_2_text":"The windshield wipers seize up. On the intermittent setting, instead of wiping every few seconds they sometimes wipe 3 times in a row and then stop in the middle of the windshield sometimes obstructing my view. They sometimes start back up on their own and sometimes are stuck…","quote_3_odi":"11663778","quote_3_text":"While driving with the windshield wipers on during a rain storm , the wipers would stop working suddenly. The Car was taken to dealer and windshield motor was replaced. Without working wipers, it was dangerous to drive.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11451068","quote_1_text":"While driving down a two-way street an oncoming car departed its lane resulting in an offset frontal collision on the driver's side. The driver's side airbag did not deploy, the seat belts did not pretention/lock and the pre-collision system did not engage brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11480914","quote_2_text":"Front end collision at 50mph with deer. No airbag deployment, car was totaled","quote_3_odi":"11549992","quote_3_text":"I was rear-ended by a large truck F250 estimated speed 20 25 miles an hour no airbags deployed at all was enough to injure my neck and back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-airbag-ocs-recall-no-remedy","label":"Passenger airbag OCS sensor recall awaiting remedy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11631735","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally file a complaint regarding the ongoing issues related to safety recall 23TA15 for my 2021 Toyota Corolla LE. The recall, issued in December 2023, involves a defect in the Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors in the front passenger…","quote_2_odi":"11678372","quote_2_text":"I was notified that my vehicle has had a recall on it due to the OCS Occupant Classification System sensors being improperly manufactured which could lead in appropriately identifying the front occupant's weight and failing to deploy airbags. This recall has been…","quote_3_odi":"11642825","quote_3_text":"Recall 12-20-2023. Passenger air bag sensors on passenger seat that could have been improperly manufactured. This would not allow airbag system to properly classify the occupant's weight and the airbag may not deploy as designed in certain crashes, increasing the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-clutch-slave-cylinder","label":"Clutch slave cylinder failure in manual transmission","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11720596","quote_1_text":"One night shortly after starting the car, I went to put the car in first gear amd as I let out the clutch, but pedal stayed flat to the floor. I was able to lift the pedal with my foot and drive the car back to safety. The next day, I drove the car to the nearest…","quote_2_odi":"11719280","quote_2_text":"While in a parking lot, the clutch pedal suddenly lost all pressure and remained stuck to the floor, rendering the vehicle unable to shift gears. While this occurred at parked car , a sudden loss of gear engagement at highway speeds would have caused a…","quote_3_odi":"11714376","quote_3_text":"At approximately 5 years and 2 months of ownership, with approximately 53,000 miles, the clutch slave cylinder failed in such a way that contaminated both the clutch and flywheel with brake fluid. Repair of this issue requires replacement of the slave cylinder,…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Engine coolant bypass valve maintenance warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11624084","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased a 2021 Toyota Corolla SE. After a few days the \"Engine Maintenance Required - See Dealer\" notification appeared. See as it was purchased very recently, I assumed this was the oil maintenance light, and reset it. Later that day, it came back,…","quote_2_odi":"11662260","quote_2_text":"Vehicle: 2021 Toyota Corolla Apex, 2.0L Engine Component Failure: The Engine Coolant Bypass Valve (also called Water Valve) malfunctioned. Its plastic housing cracked and leaked coolant, corroding the electrical connector. This prevents proper electronic control…","quote_3_odi":"11667578","quote_3_text":"The engine maintenance required sign popped up on my 2021 Toyota Corolla and took it to a dealer to get it diagnosed and they reported back it was the coolant bypass valve. They want 1,000$ to fix the issue even tho the person I was dealing with at the dealer shop…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-seat-belt-sensor","label":"Seat belt reminder sensor misfires","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741728","quote_1_text":"Within a week of buying my vehicle in May of 2021 I went to Clearwater Toyota where I bought the vehicle from and complaining about the three seat belts in the back malfunctioning. When nobody is sitting in the backseat they sound off as if somebody is sitting…","quote_2_odi":"11488383","quote_2_text":"I have brought my car to Toyota of New Orleans (the same place I bought it) regarding an issue where if my kids are in the backseat unbuckled the seat belt alert does not ring to indicate that the seatbelts are not hooked also if I undo the seatbelt while driving…","quote_3_odi":"11735354","quote_3_text":"The rear seatbelt sensor doesn't work well, sometimes the rear seatbelt are buckled what it says they're not and sometimes they're not buckled and it says they are.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-unintended-acceleration-rollaway","label":"Acceleration and rollaway during parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11420971","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle when depressing on the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated independently and crashed into a building. The contact stated the \"vehicle was needing to be serviced\"…","quote_2_odi":"11734684","quote_2_text":"The car accelerated on its own when I was attempting to park it. I had no control over the car and it ended up crashing into multiple vehicles.","quote_3_odi":"11466934","quote_3_text":"2021 TOYOTA COROLLA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. THE CONSUMER STATED THAT WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED OVER A BARRIER. WHEN THE CONSUMER REVERSED THE VEHICLE, IT ACCELERATED BACKWARDS INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE CAUSING DAMAGE. THE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2021-windshield-wiper-intermittent","label":"Intermittent windshield wiper operation","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":178,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11603205","quote_1_text":"Windshield wipers stop working intermittently. It can be anywhere from 1 second to 15 seconds. It is very dangerous in inclement weather and could be life threatening as wipers are basic safety features. I have gotten them checked out by multiple Toyota service…","quote_2_odi":"11645186","quote_2_text":"windshield wipers stopping randomly mid-wipe at 45 degree angle, only resume if i continue turning on and off","quote_3_odi":"11607147","quote_3_text":"Yes the car can be inspected. Yes took to dealership today and they don't know what's causing it but what between $855 - 1,100 to fix. When it rains the front wipers automatically come on as they should. Then without warning, they stop working and on three…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-10-04 → 2026-05-04","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11478101","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while her daughter was driving at highway speeds, she crashed into another vehicle as she approached sudden oncoming traffic. The air bags did not deploy upon impact. The contact was able to exit the vehicle and check on the other driver. A police report…","quote_2_odi":"11734177","quote_2_text":"On April  22, 2026, I was involved in a significant collision while driving my Toyota Corolla 2022. The impact was severe enough that the other vehicle involved deployed its airbags. However, despite the force of the crash, the airbags in my vehicle did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-clutch-hydraulic-failure","label":"Clutch hydraulic system loss of pressure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:SLAVE CYLINDER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06-26 → 2026-06-15","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11710953","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, while the transmission was shifting into second gear, and attempting to depress the clutch pedal, the clutch pedal depressed to the floorboard. The contact was assisted by a bystander with the failure. A dealer was contacted. The…","quote_2_odi":"11744099","quote_2_text":"Clutch slave cylinder likely blew a seal, clutch pedal sudden loss of pressure while driving, unable to shift gears. Safety issue due to inability to move car after sudden hydraulic failure in clutch system, leaving vehicle inoperable while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Engine coolant bypass valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-03-03 → 2026-01-18","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11727887","quote_1_text":"The component that failed is the coolant bypass valve, which is part of the engine cooling system. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request.  The issue was first indicated by an \"Engine Maintenance Required\" warning message that appeared on the dashboard. No prior…","quote_2_odi":"11669564","quote_2_text":"Toyota defectively designed and/or manufactured coolant bypass valves (\"the Defect\") that prematurely fail. When the Defect manifests, coolant leaks out of the closed-loop coolant system. This adversely impacts the ability of the coolant system to properly regulate the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-headlight-illumination","label":"Low-beam headlight illumination range","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08-06 → 2024-01-22","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11477918","quote_1_text":"Low beam illumination is not sufficient.  Attached picture shows someone holding a measuring tape disappears completely in the dark around 76 feet from the car","quote_2_odi":"11535620","quote_2_text":"My car's headlights are manufactured improperly so that the driver's side is far more illuminated than the passenger side. To be more clear, the cone of which the headlight service, around 10 to 15 degrees near the edge is not similar in brightness. If an animal or a person were…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-infotainment-display-failure","label":"Infotainment display blackout and freeze","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-13 → 2026-06-01","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11701721","quote_1_text":"2022 Toyota Corolla Hybrid Touchscreen/Infotainment Display randomly shut down while driving without warning and no longer functions. This could not be reset by holding the power button or disconnecting the vehicle battery. The backup camera still works, and the radio can be…","quote_2_odi":"11741399","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's infotainment system, specifically when utilizing Android Auto, is subject to recurrent, unprompted UI freezes and interface crashes while the vehicle is in motion. These malfunctions are induced by a persistent server-side enterprise management policy…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-power-steering-stall","label":"Power steering loss and engine stall at stops","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-02-17 → 2023-03-13","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11510808","quote_1_text":"Car stalled at stoplight. Loud tone sound with ‘power steering low’ indicator with check engine light on. Wheel locked. Needed to put in park and restart car. Very scary and unsafe! Multiple people on Reddit and YouTube have reported this!","quote_2_odi":"11511343","quote_2_text":"The first time, on February 28 2023 at 8 a.m., I was at a traffic light stop my car about 15 seconds later when I heard a warning beep. The message read \"low steering power,\" low battery, and then steering lock. I tried to turn off the engine button, but there was no response. I…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2022-windshield-wiper-intermittent","label":"Windshield wiper intermittent inoperability","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04-16 → 2026-04-08","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11535130","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at undisclosed speeds with the front windshield wipers activated in inclement weather, the front driver’s and passenger side windshield wipers operated in an untimely manner. The contact stated that the front driver’s and passenger’s side…","quote_2_odi":"11517278","quote_2_text":"I was driving on expressway to Sharonville, OH on Wednesday, Oct 5 2023 and it started to rain so I tried to put on my wipers and they did not work.  I tried to see if they were stuck and by cleaning them but still did not work.  I could not see that well, luckily I had rain x…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Driver and curtain airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622720","quote_1_text":"On10/19/2024, the driver was driving down a road that was coming down from a slope and the road curves to the left. As the driver was braking to decrease the speed down to 30mph or below (she was going around 35mph from what she remembers) and turning the steering wheel left, all the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-engine-stall-steering-power-loss","label":"Engine stall with steering power loss at stops","component_code":"ENGINE, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11507382","quote_1_text":"The automatic engine shut off failed. Normally when stopped the engine shuts off and restarts when pressing the gas. It did not do that and instead turned the vehicle completely off. I was waiting for traffic at an intersection to make a left hand turn when my vehicles engine shut off…","quote_2_odi":"11509243","quote_2_text":"I came to a stop at a red light and my car started making a continuous beeping noise. The display alternated between \"Engine Stopped Steering Power Low\" and \"Engine Stopped Press Brake Firmly to Restart.\" I pressed the brake VERY firmly multiple times, with no effect…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-forward-collision-adas-false-activation","label":"Pre-collision system and ADAS false activation or failure to activate","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625047","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing this vehicle new, I've had several occasions (not on just the most recent date noted in this case) where the car will issue a false Pre-collision Alert and apply the brakes for about 1 second while using the Adaptive Cruise Control. However, this happens while me and…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-infotainment-display-malfunction","label":"Infotainment screen blanking, rebooting, and CarPlay issues","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728956","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing persistent and unresolved issues with the infotainment and display system in my Toyota Corolla, primarily involving Apple CarPlay overriding the driver display. Even when I manually disable the setting that allows CarPlay/navigation to take over the display…","quote_2_odi":"11690127","quote_2_text":"There's an electrical problem going on with all Toyota vehicles coming out with the new navigation system where goes out and keeps rebooting. Multiple times on cars a year have reported this issue. Causes a distraction as screen goes on and off randomly as you drive and backing up…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-low-beam-headlight-shadows","label":"Low-beam headlight shadow obscuring roadway","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544225","quote_1_text":"Low beam headlights have shadows that prevent me from seeing all of the roadway at night. Vehicle has been presented to multiple dealerships that have failed to correct this potentially dangerous issue. The last dealership stated it was \"normal\" and no fix is available…","quote_2_odi":"11523079","quote_2_text":"The shadows are serious issue. They are distractive, annoying, irritating and dangerous. It is a safety issue. As car go up and down on the road, they are longer or shorter (because of the light angle) . They are tiring and fatiguing. Eyes are drawn to it at night…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-powertrain-stall-jerk-rpm-surge","label":"Powertrain stalling, RPM surging, and jerking","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736927","quote_1_text":"Within 30 days of purchase I began experiencing the following safety concerns: •Vehicle revs to 5,000-6,000 RPM unexpectedly •Violent jerking while driving •Vehicle stalls On April 7, 2026 I brought the vehicle to the selling dealership. The technician confirmed experiencing the…","quote_2_odi":"11527466","quote_2_text":"Some times the car turns off by itself When put on reverse Or when getting to a complete stop No check engine light turns on  Dealer will not take care of it if the check engine light does not turns on This could lead to an accident!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2023-steering-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Steering recall 23V480000 parts availability delay","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":72,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550411","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Corolla. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V480000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","quote_2_odi":"11545407","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Corolla. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V480000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activates without cause","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738739","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2024 Toyota Corolla SE gas model (with the convenience package) on the interstate in [XXX] during stop-and-go traffic. Traffic had been moving slowly for about 15 minutes, and I had Brake Hold turned on, cruise control was off, Proactive Driving Assist was on","quote_2_odi":"11677415","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road, slowed down and moved over to the left side of the lane as I was passing a bicyclist. The car interpreted the bicyclist as a car and applied AEB","quote_3_odi":"11607766","quote_3_text":"The system that is problematic for this vehicle is the Pre Collision System (PCS). This system is way too sensitive even on the lowest sensitivity setting, and I have experienced the car braking in error on multiple occasions when driving up or down a windy road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-airbags-fail-to-deploy","label":"Air bags fail to deploy during collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752586","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while idling at a stop, the vehicle was rear-ended. During the crash, the driver's seat unexpectedly reclined backwards, and the air bags failed to deploy","quote_2_odi":"11750355","quote_2_text":"I was involved in a vehicle accident Mar. 31, 2026. And only the side curtain air bags deployed. Neither driverside steering wheel airbag (which caused me to fracture my sternum) nor the passanger side airbag deployed","quote_3_odi":"11619880","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2024 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle was struck on the passenger side of the vehicle by another vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that the air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of propulsion while driving","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622706","quote_1_text":"My son reported driving home from school. He was stopped an intersection ready to make a turn. When he stepped on the gas pedal to go, the engine stopped and a message \"Engine Stopped, Steering Power Low\" message appeared in the dashboard","quote_2_odi":"11672164","quote_2_text":"Car has broke down a total of 4 times since I have gotten it from Toyota back in December of 2023. I have a dash-cam now that has footage of the car breaking down","quote_3_odi":"11595388","quote_3_text":"My vehicle stalled when pulling out into traffic. I lost power steering and electrical and the engine died. The vehicle had to be restarted to continue driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-headlight-shadow-defect","label":"Low-beam headlight design creates roadway shadow","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11552508","quote_1_text":"2024 Toyota Corolla SE Low beam headlights have shadows on the driver's side that hang down and obstruct the roadway especially on curves. This is very hazardous and only remedy is to switch to high beams","quote_2_odi":"11553192","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds at night, the left lane was blocked out by the headlights. There was a huge shadow obstructing the driver’s view","quote_3_odi":"11571124","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Carola Hybrid Headlights create blind spot in front of the car at night at 50meters to 100m by Toyota engineer design (there is a corner designed into the line of sight of the headlight)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-rear-window-shatters","label":"Rear window shatters without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722793","quote_1_text":"While I was driving during the evening time on March 7, 2026, my rear passenger window exploded, for seemingly no reason, as I stepped out of the vehicle I noticed no one around and I called the police and I was given a report number","quote_2_odi":"11682575","quote_2_text":"My car was parked in my driveway on am 80 degree afternoon. I went into the car to get something. When I closed the driver door, the entire back window shattered","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-steering-return-to-center","label":"Steering wheel fails to return to center after turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720550","quote_1_text":"DEFECT: Steering wheel fails to fully return to center after turns, consistently stopping 1/2-1 inch off-center. Minor steering adjustments stick and don't self-correct. Pronounced binding zone near center prevents smooth return","quote_2_odi":"11668361","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Toyota Corolla Hybrid AWD has a severe steering defect. After a right turn, the steering wheel consistently fails to return to center, remaining 5-15 degrees (up to 20 for sharp turns) off-center to the right. It does not self-correct","quote_3_odi":"11702498","quote_3_text":"while I am driving on a highway the steering tries to turn right while i am driving. there a ditches on the right on the highway my car is not safe to drive it is putting me and my family in danger. I took my car to the dealership twice they said my car is fine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2024-transmission-jerk-hesitation","label":"Transmission jerking, slipping, and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712392","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Toyota Corolla needs to be added to the list of vehicles currently being investigated for transmission/engine issues","quote_2_odi":"11617320","quote_2_text":"This is an issue I have noticed with my car shortly after I bought it. The problem is that the car has a noticable delay in acceleration when accelerating from a complete stop","quote_3_odi":"11606663","quote_3_text":"Transmission slips from 20-40 mph randomly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-adas-unintended-braking","label":"Driver-assist unintended braking or steering input","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733816","quote_1_text":"I was driving west bound on I40 with the adaptive cruise control, and lane assist on at 75 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11724571","quote_2_text":"On February 14th, my 2025 Toyota Corolla Hybrid (approx. 17,000 miles) experienced a catastrophic failure. Without warning, the steering wheel completely locked, preventing any control","quote_3_odi":"11683000","quote_3_text":"Vehicle driving thru a city street with no lights at 7 mph around 10pm when the Lane Keeping Assistance read a trash can on the left and pickup truck on the right on the narrow street pulling it completed to the right side and hitting a parked vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop before collision","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731330","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while attempting to drive from a complete stop, the accelerator pedal was depressed, but the vehicle failed to respond as intended","quote_2_odi":"11626804","quote_2_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2025 Toyota Corolla. The contact stated while her daughter was driving at 60 MPH and switching lanes, the driver noticed a stopped truck on the road","quote_3_odi":"11715051","quote_3_text":"I was driving at 2pm after an Ice Storm had hit texas and a majority of ice was missing but there was a small patch under a bridge","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-gauge-cluster-glare","label":"Instrument cluster glare in sunlight","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744746","quote_1_text":"The glass on the instrument panel has an extreme glare in the sun. I have tinted all my windows including the windshield, but the issue persists","quote_2_odi":"11672596","quote_2_text":"2025 Toyota Corolla SE Just wanted to bring attention to the gauge cluster (when the sun is streaming into the car) you cannot read the gauge cluster","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-power-loss-while-driving","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707027","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway around 65mph, car shut down internally completely blacking out inside. Turned back on a few seconds later while still driving all lights were blinking","quote_2_odi":"11691305","quote_2_text":"Today while merging into the high way the car suddenly slowed down to 40 miles per hour and would not accelerate","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-steering-wobble","label":"Steering wheel wobble or uncommanded effort change","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11689787","quote_1_text":"I have had several issues with the car. As issues have not been address problems become more unsafe. Most recently i have had intermittent issues with steering. The wheel will randomly be hard to turn leaving the car to drift uncontrollably","quote_2_odi":"11683815","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway, the steering wheel wobles and the entire car sways left and right. I am fearing for my life!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla","model_slug":"corolla","cluster_id":"corolla-2025-tire-failure","label":"Original-equipment tire failure while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747184","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Corolla equipped with Dunlop Tires, Tire Line: SP Sport, Tire Size; 225/40/R18, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while driving approximately 50–60 MPH, the rear end of the vehicle was uncontrollable","quote_2_odi":"11714382","quote_2_text":"exactly one year after purchase and with approximately 18,000 miles on the vehicle — the original factory-installed front right tire catastrophically failed while I was driving under normal conditions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/corolla","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag failure to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11532279","quote_1_text":"Got into a collision and the air bags did not deploy when they should have. There was a recall 2 weeks prior to the accident but no notification. This was a safety risk in the accident when the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11723968","quote_2_text":"I was rear-ended and the Vehicle Alert displayed airbag malfunction. This was a car rental I reported to insurance company. It advised to inspect car immediately","quote_3_odi":"11691040","quote_3_text":"I was involved in a frontal collision in which I rear-ended another vehicle. The impact was significant enough to cause a fractured sternum due to the seat belt restraint. However, the front airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2022-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Coolant bypass valve failure triggering engine warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11667133","quote_1_text":"Bypass coolant valve for the engine needed replacement, multiple other Toyotas within the year range needed the same fix right after warranty ended at a specific mileage. Was told my engine would fail if not addressed or fixed","quote_2_odi":"11613267","quote_2_text":"On [XXX] at [XXX], my 2022 Corolla Cross popped up with the message “Engine Maintence Required Visit Your Dealer.” I sat on the phone with Toyota for an hour and a half scheduling and asking for help","quote_3_odi":"11674166","quote_3_text":"Car is 76000 miles , I just purchased the vehicle however coolant bypass valve decide to make car say Engine maintenance require even after having it serviced for an oil change. After I replaced the valve , now the pop up Engine maintenance light did not pop up after that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2022-engine-stall-steering-loss","label":"Engine stall with power steering loss warning","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11480998","quote_1_text":"This vehicle stalls intermittently when it comes to a full stop. This problem still exists and last occurred on June 27, 2022. The vehicle has an intermittent issue (unpredictable with months, or minutes in between). Weather and road conditions have varied","quote_2_odi":"11514859","quote_2_text":"I was on my way back home from work. I stopped at a red light, when my car suddenly shut off and started making a noise and then the monitor said: engine failure and power steering low. I could not move the steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11529013","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has cut off multiple times at stoplight, stop sign, etc. Error message flashes on instrument panel “ENGINE STOPPED STEERING POWER LOW”. Most recently this week 5 times in one day (6 times during the week). Each time has been during rain with windshield wipers running","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2022-glass-shatters-driving","label":"Window and sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11735140","quote_1_text":"While driving at highway speeds 65mph in HOV lane (wall was to driver side), the back driver side window exploded. There was no external objects on the road that could explain the damage. No scratches or other body damage to suggest something was kicked up or impacted it","quote_2_odi":"11528935","quote_2_text":"Car sunroof shattered with a loud explosion sound while driving on the highway around 12:20pm on 6/26/2023","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2022-seat-sinks-unexpectedly","label":"Driver seat sinking after height adjustment","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11663193","quote_1_text":"The driver seat goes down after a few days of driving my Corolla Cross LE 2022. I have to manually lift it up every time","quote_2_odi":"11643080","quote_2_text":"Toyota Corolla cross LE 2022 Feb. 17,2024 mileage 25,491 I called Toyota corporate & took my vehicle to Rick Hendrick Toyota in fayetteville nc on Feb 10, 2024. Neither party will assist me or acknowledge the problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-airbag-inflator-recall","label":"Airbag inflator recall remedy delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11529472","quote_1_text":"Per Toyota this vehicle is under recall due to faulty airbag on the front passenger. Per the Toyota customer advocate, Toyota has not identified a remedy and meanwhile no one should ride in that seat takata airbags have been dangerous for years","quote_2_odi":"11534162","quote_2_text":"I have received CONFLICTING information from Toyota AND the dealership I purchased it from as to whether there is/is not a defective front passenger side air bag","quote_3_odi":"11560027","quote_3_text":"On July 12, 2023 Safety recall 23TA08 was issued and it stated that dealer cannot sell, offer for sale, or introduce or deliver for introduction in interstate commerce a new motor vehicle under Title 49, Section 30112 of the United States Code","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673442","quote_1_text":"While waiting for the tow truck, multiple tow personnel commented that, based on the severity and location of the impact, the airbags should have deployed — but they did not","quote_2_odi":"11679982","quote_2_text":"Despite the severity of the impact and heavy vehicle damage, the airbags failed to deploy","quote_3_odi":"11694503","quote_3_text":"This was a major accident, and the vehicle was completely totaled—yet not a single airbag deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-headlight-dark-spots","label":"Headlight low-beam shadows and dark spots","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11630908","quote_1_text":"Dark spots on the road with the LED headlights on low beam. This is very distracting and causes me to focus on the dark spots","quote_2_odi":"11545816","quote_2_text":"When the headlights are on Low, not High beam, there is a dark horizontal and vertical streak (shadow) in the illuminated area in front of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11561619","quote_3_text":"When driving at night the illumination from the headlights is very poor. I can only see about 1/3 of the way up on the windshield and only a short distance in front of the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-multi-warning-lights","label":"Simultaneous multi-system malfunction warnings","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11565301","quote_1_text":"January 6, 2024 - 14,000 miles 6 Health alerts popped up on Toyota App/Dashboard on car, which are “Parking Brake System, Drive Start Control System, Check Engine, AWD System, and Vehicle Stability Control System” all malfunctions","quote_2_odi":"11616474","quote_2_text":"Warning lights included parking brake system, Drive start control, check engine, vehicle stability control and secondary collision brake system","quote_3_odi":"11709165","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the messages \"System Malfunction - Contact Dealer\" and \"Secondary Collision Brake System Malfunction\" were displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-stop-start-stall","label":"Engine stall at stops with stop/start system engaged","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589557","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Corolla cross XLE, at least 5 times since ownership, has experienced a complete engine shut off at stop lights when driving in the rain with windshield wipers on","quote_2_odi":"11548036","quote_2_text":"My vehicle was stopped at a stoplight with the start stop engine feature engaged. I had my windshield wipers on, and it was raining heavily, when suddenly that car turned completely off and started emitting a loud beep","quote_3_odi":"11567141","quote_3_text":"Every time I am driving in the rain, stopped at a red light, with the windshield wipers engaged my car completely shuts off (no it is not the auto-start/stop feature)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685285","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 68 MPH, there was an abnormal sound like a gunshot coming from the sunroof. The contact stated there was a huge hole formed in the middle of the sunroof, and air was rushing into the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11577884","quote_2_text":"I slid the cover of the sunroof partially back and glass rained down and at that time I realized the sunroof exploded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2023-taillight-visibility","label":"Taillight visibility at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":174,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547636","quote_1_text":"Tail lamps on this car are very small and dim compared to other vehicles. Have been told by other drivers that they are not very visible","quote_2_odi":"11558416","quote_2_text":"The taillights on corolla cross hybrid S and SE of the USA model of the Corolla Cross are very unsafe. They only light up the very corner of the car, unlike the XLE models that extend onto the tailgate with LED lights","quote_3_odi":"11568361","quote_3_text":"The rear running lights on my new Toyota Corolla Cross Hybrid SE were not working as they were wired improperly from the factory. I was pulled over by a policeman driving at night because my car was not visible at night due to the lack of running lights","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-12v-battery-power-loss","label":"12-volt battery failure and unexpected power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755403","quote_1_text":"I had left work less than 2 miles away. I was sitting at red light. The light turn green I took my foot off brake my screen went black and power failed. I put it in park and it restart","quote_2_odi":"11731597","quote_2_text":"My car was stopped at a stop sign. My auto off engaged, and then my engine shut down. I was stalled out on the road and it took me 6 attempts to restart my car. Message was engine stopped, power steering failure","quote_3_odi":"11717939","quote_3_text":"My 2024 toyota corolla xse hybrid had died 3 times because the 12 volt battery is no good. The battery has been replaced with the same type of 12 volt battery 2 times and the car still died. the car becomes inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746448","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally report an automobile accident that occurred today and to document a critical safety failure involving my vehicle's airbag system","quote_2_odi":"11665945","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], at the intersection of [XXX] and [XXX] in Los Angeles, [XXX] was operating the subject vehicle when it was involved in a hit-and-run that resulted in a secondary collision with multiple vehicles","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-cruise-control-acceleration","label":"Adaptive cruise control sudden acceleration or dropout","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746527","quote_1_text":"I was driving on an expressway around 2:00 AM June 22nd using my cars adaptive cruise control. There was light rain and my car kept a safe distance from the car in front of me that was going slower than the speed I had set my cruise control to","quote_2_odi":"11646058","quote_2_text":"On January 10, 2025, I was driving my 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross and entered a parking lot to park. I started a three-point turn to park head-in and was slowly turning the steering wheel to the right","quote_3_odi":"11590371","quote_3_text":"While driving down long hills, car jumps out of adaptive cruise control. Car just goes into coasting mode and never picks up again. Speed drops and car doesn't return to cruise. If you step on accelerator cruise doses return","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-cvt-transmission-failure","label":"CVT transmission failure and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission failed to properly shift into third gear. Additionally, the vehicle was hesitating while accelerating and was losing automotive power","quote_2_odi":"11602453","quote_2_text":"AWD Transmission slips when trying to \"shift\" and sometimes feels like it loses power while gas is applied. Already brought to dealer for service, and they confirmed it will need a new CVT transmission. This is only after 6 months of ownership","quote_3_odi":"11595093","quote_3_text":"Transmission failed at 7,000 miles and had to be replaced. Car in repair facility 3/25-5/8/24","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-headlight-taillight-visibility","label":"Headlight and taillight visibility at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11630891","quote_1_text":"Corolla Cross Hybrid SE- The tail lights are almost non existent. At night when I look from behind, the car is almost invisible from 50 feet away. Lic plate light is the only help. Looks very dangerous and scary to drive in the evening or in the dark. Please look into this","quote_2_odi":"11630980","quote_2_text":"The headlights on this vehicle are not safe. They have a shadow , or curtain over the top half of beam. This severely curtails your ability to see safely down the road. Going up to a hill, your ability to see road hazards are almost nill","quote_3_odi":"11592721","quote_3_text":"Night driving in this vehicle is impaired because of the dark spots and shaded areas coming from the headlights. It creates a distraction for the driver and is safety concern. I find it very difficult to drive at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-key-fob-not-detected","label":"Smart key fob not detected preventing engine start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709284","quote_1_text":"During start atempt, car could not find the key fob even in front of the start button. Car would not start and I was in a unknown area where there are multiple safety concerns and hazards to driver and passenger","quote_2_odi":"11708049","quote_2_text":"The car started alarming and cannot detect the key fob. I got stock for 15 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11617346","quote_3_text":"When i unlocked my vehicle and step on the brakes and press the ignition, the car suddenly alarms and says “check hybrid system, ignition on, no key detected”. Several attenpts are made and it keeps happening five times until it stops","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-service-brake-malfunction","label":"Service brake and automatic braking system malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11635753","quote_1_text":"Brakes were malfunctioning and did not work. I was traveling South of Hwy 99 in the middle lane and noticed the vehicles in front of me were slowing down and braking","quote_2_odi":"11670955","quote_2_text":"On July 2, 2025, while driving at approximately 8:35 PM my 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross suddenly and unexpectedly came to a complete stop. The vehicle's Pre-Collision System (PCS) activated without any obstacle, pedestrian, or vehicle in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11668630","quote_3_text":"January of 2025 the vehicle was put in drive and the vehicle shut down. \"Power steering low egine stopped\" message appeared. I Put the vehicle in park and started the car back up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2024-windshield-crack-no-impact","label":"Windshield cracks without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":41,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11611082","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact stated while driving at approximately 55 MPH, the front windshield suddenly fractured on the passenger’s side without impact","quote_2_odi":"11673361","quote_2_text":"Winshell Crak close To where cámara no sign of anything that hit the window talk to Toyota they no is not part of of guaranty I replaced the window but it looks like this is e defect of the window or stress from the camara Mounting","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2026-brake-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction during operation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728486","quote_1_text":"On the day of the incident, I was parking at a café and had my foot firmly on the brake while the vehicle was in Drive","quote_2_odi":"11734593","quote_2_text":"On April 14, 2026 the unit went without brakes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2026-dim-taillights","label":"Dim taillight visibility at night","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746877","quote_1_text":"UNKNOWN. There’s been chatter going around with the L and LE trim line of the Corolla Cross having bad lighting at night. I’ve been told by multiple people to “turn on my lights” meaning my tail end of the car has only two small red LED lights and license plate lights","quote_2_odi":"11745136","quote_2_text":"The tail lights on the Toyota Corolla Cross LE 2026 are not as bright as one would think they should be. I've been informed of this by a few passerbys and other drivers","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2026-highway-vibration","label":"Highway-speed vibration in power train","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737682","quote_1_text":"on the freeway after around 10 miles a vibration starts at 70mph and up to 80mph, it gets worse, its from the rear, you can feel it in the steering, through the floor, and seat, over 80 the whole car is one constant resonating vibration, tires have been replaced and conformed ok","quote_2_odi":"11729754","quote_2_text":"Front end vibrates and floats around at highway speeds. Vibration through the floor from the rear. rear of the vehicle steps out and wanders with weight in the vehicle causing passengers to get concerned","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2026-hybrid-recall-parts-delay","label":"Hybrid propulsion recall part unavailability","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756897","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V869000 (Hybrid Propulsion System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11745547","quote_2_text":"My vehicle is subject to Toyota Safety Recall 25TA15 (NHTSA Recall 25V869) involving a loose inverter bolt. Toyota dealership has retained possession of my vehicle since February 23, 2026","quote_3_odi":"11727688","quote_3_text":"The component that has malfunctioned is the hybrid inverter assembly, a loose internal bolt within the hybrid propulsion system. This vehicle is currently held at Fred Haas Toyota Country (Houston, TX) and is available for inspection upon request","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Corolla Cross","model_slug":"corolla-cross","cluster_id":"corolla-cross-2026-windshield-window-cracking","label":"Windshield and window spontaneous cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748624","quote_1_text":"I was driving on my way into work on highway 169 Northbound going 65 mph in the left lane with nobody in the front of me, and nobody to the right of me, and head a loud popping noise, turns out that my windshield cracked","quote_2_odi":"11736631","quote_2_text":"I own a 2026 Toyota Corolla Cross XLE with very low mileage. The windshield cracked unexpectedly and Toyota replaced the windshield under manufacturer warranty on February 9, 2026. Shortly after the replacement, the windshield cracked again","quote_3_odi":"11727973","quote_3_text":"Driver’s side front window shattered seemingly spontaneously. Car was locked and parked overnight and found in morning with shattered window. No other signs of damage to car, no rock found next to car/window","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/corolla-cross","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-airbag-cover-defect","label":"Airbag cover warping and deployment failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10567432","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG COVER HAS WARPED AND IS PEELING AWAY FROM THE DASH. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10660783","quote_2_text":"FJ RAN OFF THE ROAD AND HIT A TREE HEAD ON WITHOUT BRAKING. RIPPED THE FRAME IN HALF AND SPLIT A WHEEL IN HALF COMPLETELY IN TWO PIECES. GREATER THAN 17000 DOLLARS IN DAMAGE. FJ TOTALED OUT. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND PASSENGER SUSTAINED A BROKEN COLLAR BONE. WHY DID AIR BAGS","quote_3_odi":"10678627","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG DEPLOYED BUT DEFLATED. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG ALSO DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-brake-pedal-loss","label":"Brake pedal loss during light braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10308151","quote_1_text":"BRAKES DIDN'T SEEM TO WORK (THE AUTO KEPT GOING WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED) UNTIL I LET OFF THE PEDAL AND PUSHED THEM AGAIN. I PASSED OVER A MANHOLE COVER AS THE FAILURE OCCURRED. I HAVE ONLY HAD ONE INSTANCE OF THIS HAPPENING SO FAR, BUT IT SCARED THE '!@#$%OUT OF ME. AS","quote_2_odi":"10341419","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER WHICH I PURCHASED IN OCTOBER 2009. THE BRAKES DIDN'T STOP THE CAR AS EXPECTED IN TWO OCCASIONS, AT ABOUT 7000 MILES THE FIRST TIME, AND THEN A MONTH LATER AGAIN. IN THE FIRST OCCURRENCE, I WAS DRIVING AT AROUND 25 MPH ON WET ASPHALT COMING TO A","quote_3_odi":"10670073","quote_3_text":"I WOULD LIKE TO NOTE THAT THIS WAS THE THIRD INCIDENT IN OVER A TWO YEAR PERIOD. THE FIRST TWO INCIDENTS I DISMISSED AS DRIVER ERROR BUT NOW I AM CERTAIN THAT THIS WAS NOT THE CASE. THIS IS CERTAINLY A VEHICLE DEFECT, AND A DANGEROUS ONE AT THAT. HERE IS WHAT HAPPENED: I WAS AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and undercarriage rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10478468","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUSIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED THERE WAS RUST ON THE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE. NEITHER THE DEALER NOR THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 14,500","quote_2_odi":"11287733","quote_2_text":"OWN A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE FRAME IS COVERED IN RUST. I HAVE RESEARCHED THIS AND KNOW THIS IS AN ON GOING PROBLEM WITH THESE VEHICLES. TOYOTA SHOULD BE DOING SOMETHING ABOUT THIS. WE FOUND EVEN MORE RUST RECENTLY ONCE WE HAD A CHANGE TO GET UNDER THE VEHICLE. NO CAR I HAVE","quote_3_odi":"11441352","quote_3_text":"Owner of a 2010 FJ Cruiser. The amount of corrosion on the frame and components is very high for the age of the vehicle, it leads to significant safety concerns (Including gas tank straps are corroded). Toyota should rectify this issue as it seems like they did a poor job on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Seat belt retraction failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10714953","quote_1_text":"AN UNDETECTABLE LEAK IN THE BODY OR DOOR OF OUR VEHICLE IS ALLOWING RAIN WATER TO ACCUMULATE INSIDE THE DOOR. THE WATER SATURATES THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT AND IS COMPROMISING THE INTEGRITY OF THE WEBBING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11221649","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO THE POST OFFICE CAME OUT AND MY SEAT BELT WAS FROZEN UP WONT MOVE AT ALL HAD TO DRIVE ALL THE WAY HOME WITH NO SEAT BELT ON STILL CANT GET IT TO WORK","quote_3_odi":"11268664","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELT DID NOT RETRACT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO PLAZA TOYOTA (347-554-6090, LOCATED AT 2721 NOSTRAND AVE, BROOKLYN, NY 11210) WHERE IT WAS STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-steering-shimmy","label":"Steering wheel shimmy at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10365320","quote_1_text":"2010 FJ CRUISER STEERING WHEEL SHAKE/VIBRATION. ONLY OCCURS WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE BETWEEN 55 MPH AND 65 MPH. DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON IDENTICAL ROAD CONDITIONS BELOW 55 MPH OR ABOVE 65 MPH DOES NOT CAUSE THE STEERING WHEEL TO SHAKE/VIBRATE. STEERING WHEEL SHAKE/VIBRATION OCCURS","quote_2_odi":"10469263","quote_2_text":"SEVERE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATION BETWEEN SPEEDS OF 55-70 MPH. STEERING WHEEL WILL SHIMMY WHEN TRAVELING BETWEEN THE SPEEDS OF 55-70 MPH. HAS BEEN A PROBLEM SINCE NEW. TOYOTA DEALER NOTIFIED 3 TIMES SO FAR. THEY PERFORMED ROAD FORCE BALANCE AND ALIGNMENT. SHIMMY STILL PRESENT. WAS","quote_3_odi":"11013700","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 50-60 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VIBRATION MADE THE VEHICLE UNCONTROLLABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MILLER TOYOTA (LOCATED AT 8566 SUDLEY RD,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-tire-sidewall-separation","label":"Tire sidewall separation and cracking","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11289694","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER EQUIPPED WITH FOUR GOODYEAR TRAILMARK AT TIRES, SIZE: P265/65/R18 (NA). THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT ALL FOUR TIRES EXPERIENCED SIDEWALL RUBBER SEPARATION AND CRACKED. THE FAILURE CAUSED THE TIRES TO DEFLATE APPROXIMATELY 1 TO 2 LBS","quote_2_odi":"11745754","quote_2_text":"Tires were purchased April 2026. Vehicle was then driven in June 2026 for off-road use, minimal usage prior to June due to mechanical issues). A structural failure occurred on 3 new truck tires (Size: 275/60R20, DOT: 0225) within 24 hours while driving under 10 MPH on a basic","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2010-wheel-stud-failure","label":"Wheel stud failure during tire rotation","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2011-09","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10370032","quote_1_text":"WHEEL STUD BROKE OFF WHEN CHANGING TO WINTER TIRES. A TORQUE WRENCH WAS USED TO PREVENT OVERTORQUEING. THE CAR HAS 3247 MILES. NO ONE HAD TOUCHED THE WHEELS UNTIL TODAY. ACCORDING TO MY RESEARCH, THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM SEEN WITH 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER AND 2010 TOYOTA 4RUNNER","quote_2_odi":"10375317","quote_2_text":"2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER WHEEL STUDS FAILED WHEN REMOVING BOLTS TO ROTATE TIRES. AMERICAN TIRE CENTER OF PALMDALE CALIFORNIA ORIGINALLY INSTALLED FOUR NEW TIRES WITH LESS THAN 10K MI. ON ODOMETER. AT APPROXIMATELY 15K MI. WHEN SAME COMPANY ATTEMPTED TO REMOVE WHEELS FOR ROUTINE","quote_3_odi":"10379818","quote_3_text":"BROKEN WHEEL STUDS ON 2010 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. 3 WHEEL STUDS ON REAR TIRES BROKE DURING A NORMAL TIRE ROTATION AND BALANCE. DEFECTIVE STUDS WERE REPLACED W/ AFTERMARKET STUDS. CONSEQUENCES COULD BE A LOSS OF A WHEEL DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. *LN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2011-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and undercarriage rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11508181","quote_1_text":"My Toyota fj cruiser has frame rot issues. Will not pass an inspection because of the frame rot problem","quote_2_odi":"11403897","quote_2_text":"RUST TO THE FRAME OF THE CAR NOT CONSUMMATE WITH THE AGE OF THE VEHICLE, RUST TO THE STRAPS THAT SECURE THE FUEL TANK","quote_3_odi":"10954912","quote_3_text":"AT 55,000 MILES (6 YEARS OLD) MY FRONT GRAVEL SHIELD HAD COMPLETELY RUSTED OFF AND WAS FOUND IN MY DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2011-recall-remedy-not-performed","label":"Safety recall notice not completed or received","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11741162","quote_1_text":"Passenger front seat belt will not retract anymore and a passenger hit the windshield during a hard braking incident","quote_2_odi":"10556578","quote_2_text":"RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FROM TOYOTA TO HAVE THE AUXILIARY LIGHT KIT REPLACED DUE TO IT BEING A HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"10408727","quote_3_text":"ON APRIL 30TH, 2011 I PURCHASED A NEW, 2011 FJ CRUISER VIN# [XXX] FROM JERRY DURANT TOYOTA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2011-steering-shake-highway-speed","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2011-10 → 2013-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10531998","quote_1_text":"MY ISSUE STARTED AROUND JUNE, I GET THE WHEEL SHAKE/ SHIMMY AT SPEEDS OF 55-65","quote_2_odi":"10429035","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY BETWEEN 55 AND 70 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10469052","quote_3_text":"SINCE NEW MY VEHICLE HAS HAD A SHAKING STEERING WHEEL WHEN REACHING SPEEDS OVER 55MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2012-driver-seat-sinking","label":"Driver seat sinking while driving","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10574293","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVERS SEAT SINKS/FALLS WHILE DRIVING. THE MALFUNCTION OCCURS INTERMITTENTLY BASED UPON DRIVERS WEIGHT, VEHICLE SPEED AND LOAD, DRIVING CONDITIONS AND ROAD CONDITIONS. AS THE SEAT FALLS, THE SEAT BELT TIGHTENS. THE SEAT FALLS AT AN ANGLE DOWN AND AWAY FROM THE STEERING","quote_2_odi":"10531505","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER'S SEAT OF MY FJ CRUISER SINKS AND FALLS WHILE DRIVING. THE SEAT FALLS DOWNWARD AND TILTS BACK AND AWAY FROM THE STEERING WHEEL AND FOOT CONTROLS CREATING A SERIOUS TRAFFIC HAZARD TO THE DRIVER, OCCUPANTS AND OTHER PERSONS. I HAVE WORKED WITH TWO TOYOTA DEALERSHIPS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2012-frame-undercarriage-rust","label":"Frame and undercarriage rust","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11535465","quote_1_text":"Took vehicle to a machine shop to have frame undercoated. The machinist found that the frame had holes in it due to rust. He found that the tab gusset bracelet was cracked ( the part of the frame that holds the A-Arm in place). He said that the vehicle was not safe to drive and","quote_2_odi":"11420678","quote_2_text":"Too much frame rust on vehicle. Rust seems to be most prevalent around welds where cross members meet the frame. This frame is the same frame used for a number of other Toyota vehicles. In some places the rust is nearly bad enough for crucial body members to separate which would","quote_3_odi":"11301602","quote_3_text":"I AM ONE OF THE MANY WHO ARE EXPERIENCING RUST PROBLEMS WITH MY FJ. RECENTLY HAD TO HAVE ALL CALIPERS REPLACED DUE TO RUST. OIL PAN COVER AND COMPONENTS AROUND IT ARE STARTING TO SHOW SIGNIFICANT RUST. RUST IS IN THE EARLY STAGES IN SEVERAL AREAS OF THE FRAME BUT VERY EARLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2012-seat-belt-retractor-failure","label":"Passenger seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11551078","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact became aware that the passenger’s side seat belt was inoperable. The seat belt was not able to stretch or lock into place. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11398292","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT DOES NOT RETRACT AND LEAVES PASSENGER IN DANGER IN CASE OF COLLISION OR IMMEDIATE BRAKING. THIS IS A MANUFACTURER LIABILITY. SEAT BELT HANGS LOOSELY AND DOES NOT LOCK WHEN BRAKES ARE USED","quote_3_odi":"11189960","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT RETRACTOR IS MALFUNCTIONING. THERE WAS A RECALL OF 209,000 OF MY EXACT MAKE AND MODEL (YEARS 2007-2013) WITH THE EXACT SAME PROBLEM. TOYOTA CLAIMS MY VIN IS NOT ON THEIR LIST FOR RECALLS AND WANTS $416.18 TO FIX THE SEATBELT RETRACTOR. IT SEEMS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2012-steering-shimmy-highway-speed","label":"Steering wheel shimmy at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10499349","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE AFFECTED SINCE NEW. STEERING SHIMMY OCCURS AS VEHICLE APPROACHED 63 AND 68 MPH ON A VARIETY OF ROADWAYS. AT PEAK VIBRATION OR SHIMMY, THE STEERING WHEEL MOVES ROTATIONALLY ONE TO TWO INCHES. ATTEMPTS TO \"HOLD\" THE WHEEL STEADY ARE UNSUCCESSFUL. THE ENERGY INPUT TO THE","quote_2_odi":"10494685","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO VIBRATE. THE FAILURE RECURRED SPORADICALLY. IN ADDITION, THE VEHICLE WOULD PULL TO THE RIGHT INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER","quote_3_odi":"10437470","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE SHIMMY BETWEEN 60MPH AND 70MPH. TIRE BALANCE AND ALIGNMENT WERE PERFORMED BUT THIS DID NOT CORRECT THE PROBLEM. VEHICLE HAS BEEN DOING THIS SINCE NEW (4 MILES). *KB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2013-airbag-warning-fault","label":"Air bag warning indicator and deployment fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11648412","quote_1_text":"I had a car accident on Feb 10, 2025 and my air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"10909738","quote_2_text":"WHILE A PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE OVERWEIGHT PASSENGER TRIGGERED THE AIR BAG SENSOR AND CAUSED IT TO FAIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2013-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and undercarriage corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11436206","quote_1_text":"Severely rusted & rotting frame. Diagnosed by Mike’s Automotive, Sturgeon Bay, Wi","quote_2_odi":"11278666","quote_2_text":"THE FRAME AND GAS TANK STRAPS AND REAR BUMPER ARE RUSTING TO AN UNSAFE CONDITION. VEHICLE IS 2013 WITH ONLY 66000MILES. I AM SPENDING COUNTLESS DOLLARS YEARLY TO PREVENT THE RUST AND IT ISN'T GETTING ANY BETTER","quote_3_odi":"11717366","quote_3_text":"My truck only has 158K miles on it and I expected this to last at least twice as long. This appears to be the same issue Toyota experienced with the Tundra and Tacoma with premature rusting on their vehicles due to a manufacturing issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2013-steering-shimmy","label":"Steering wheel shimmy at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10637842","quote_1_text":"IN THE 60-70 MPH RANGE THE STEERING WHEEL SHIMMIED BACK AND FORTH AS MUCH AS 1-2 INCHES. THE VEHICLE FEELS UNSTABLE IN THIS RANGE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10508791","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS A SHIMMY OR SHAKING AS FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL AT SPEEDS OF 45 MPH OR HIGHER. THIS SEEMS MUCH MORE PRONOUNCED WHEN DRIVING ON A CURVE THAN ON A STRAIGHT HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal fails to engage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10637022","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE HAD A COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE IN THE VEHICLE TWO TIMES SINCE WE HAVE OWNED IT. THE FIRST TIME I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE IN 15-20 MPH STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE AND THE PEDAL FELT LIKE A BRICK AND WOULD NOT MOVE","quote_2_odi":"10626404","quote_2_text":"I WAS ON A HIGHWAY AT 70 MILES PER HOUR(SPEED LIMIT OF THAT PART OF HIGHWAY). I STARTED TO TRY TO DECELERATE TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY WITH BRAKING, THE BRAKES FAILED TO ENGAGED, DEPRESSED BRAKE HARDER AND THE ABS STARTED TO ENGAGED BRIEFLY THEN STOPPED","quote_3_odi":"10917676","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY VEHICLE WHEN THE PLASTIC FOOT REST I HAD MY FOOT ON BROKE OFF. I WAS ADJUSTING MY BODY IN THE SEAT AND WHEN IT BROKE OFF IT WENT UNDER MY BRAKE PEDAL AND I COULD NOT COMPRESS MY BRAKES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-door-tailgate-lock-failure","label":"Door lock and tailgate latch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11316902","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT MY 2014 FJ CRUISER BRAND NEW WITH 5 MILES ON IT. 6 MONTHS INTO OWNING IT THE DRIVER DOOR LOCKS STOPPED WORKING. THE DEALER REPLACED IT UNDER WARRANTY","quote_2_odi":"11373905","quote_2_text":"CONDITION IS CONTINUOUS: WHEN VEH. IS IN MOTION OR PARKED WITH MOTOR RUNNING OR MOTOR IS NOT RUNNING.. BACK DOOR OF VEHICLE CANOT BE UNLOCKED WITH A KEY AS SUGGESTED ON PAGE 40 OF OWNERS MANUAL","quote_3_odi":"11349247","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL, THE REAR TAILGATE DOOR WAS UNABLE TO OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-frame-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11488728","quote_1_text":"Frame corrosion and complete frame failure. The area compromised affected the steering of the vehicle. Luckily, the failure was discovered before failure at Highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11534641","quote_2_text":"FRAME IS SEVERELY RUSTING. WE TOOK TO TOYOTA DEALER TO GET A LOOSE SKID PLATE ATTACHED, AND MECHANIC TOLD US THAT THEY HAD TO REMOVE IT BECAUSE \"THERE WAS NOTHING LEFT TO ATTACH TO AS THE FRAME HAS RUSTED AWAY","quote_3_odi":"11365775","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLES FRAME IS CONSIDERABLY RUSTED WHEN TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE AGE AND USE OF THE VEHICLE, IT HAS LESS THAN 50K AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-fuel-recall-parts-delay","label":"Fuel system recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11331940","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE)","quote_2_odi":"11328118","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11327794","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA FJ CRUISER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V012000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to engine compartment wiring","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11695714","quote_1_text":"Mice or rats consume the soy-based wires. They consumed one of the fuel injection wires on my 2014 FJ. The Toyota dealership charged me $896 for the new connector that was located under the intake manifold","quote_2_odi":"10839755","quote_2_text":"KNOWN PROBLEM BY MANUFACTURERS. EXTREME DAMAGE TO WIRING HARNESS AND COMPONENTS WITHIN ENGINE COMPARTMENT BY RODENT. VEHICLE HAS 13,837 MILES ONLY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"FJ Cruiser","model_slug":"fj-cruiser","cluster_id":"fj-cruiser-2014-steering-shimmy","label":"Steering shaft weld failure and steering wheel shimmy","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11701405","quote_1_text":"Intermediate Steering Shaft Weld Failure: Recall concern. My car was built 7/25/2014. Recalls were initiated for FJ’s within the following date ranges 8/7/2013 - 8/20/2013 for this issue. My FJ has the same issue confirmed by three Toyota Dealership Service Departments","quote_2_odi":"10689738","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CAR IS DRIVEN OVER 55MILE PER HOUR THE STEERING WHEEL START TO SHAKE AND TO VIBRATE VIOLENTLY MAKING THE CAR VERY UNSTABLE AND UNSAFE TO DRIVE.TOOK BACK TO THE TOYOTA DEALER BUT THEY WERE UNSUCCESSFUL OF FIXING IT","quote_3_odi":"10626498","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW FJ CRUISER & PUT 5,039 ON IT & THEN INSTALLED AFTERMARKET WHEELS & TIRES. AFTER 2 WEEKS THE VEHICLE DEVELOPED A SHIMMY IN THE STEERING AT 48 TO 65 M.P.H","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/fj-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"GR86","model_slug":"gr86","cluster_id":"gr86-2022-dome-light-circuit-failure","label":"Driver-side dome light circuit failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11562530","quote_1_text":"The dome light on the driver side has failed. This is not due to a dead bulb, but instead the circuit area seems to die if the car sits in the sun.   This has been confirmed by a dealer but I haven't yet scheduled an appointment to replace the electrical parts.  There were no…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/gr86","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"GR86","model_slug":"gr86","cluster_id":"gr86-2022-rear-turn-signal-sun-hyperflash","label":"Rear turn signal failure and hyperflash in direct sunlight","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11527628","quote_1_text":"When the rear of my vehicle is directly facing the sun slightly after sunrise or before sunset (when the angle of the sun is low), my rear turn signals fail to function properly. When this happens, the turn signals hyperflash on the dash, and in the front of the vehicle. However…","quote_2_odi":"11506027","quote_2_text":"Toyota GR86 / Subaru BRZ when there is strong sunlight direct towards the taillights, the turn signals (rear)  will not operate and hyperflash at the front signal lights  This is a safety hazard, and couple owners had been ticketed because of the lights being defect","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/gr86","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"GR86","model_slug":"gr86","cluster_id":"gr86-2022-rtv-oil-starvation-engine-failure","label":"RTV silicone blockage and oil starvation engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11477681","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Toyota GR86 along with many other GR86 owners on a national GR86 owners group I am apart of on FB are experiencing problems with the RTV silicone gasket that seats between the oil pan and the engine.  It is breaking off and clogging the oil mesh net and the pump. causing…","quote_2_odi":"11554919","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine blew. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the silicone and oil had clogged the line. The vehicle was not repaired. The…","quote_3_odi":"11474905","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Toyota GR86. The contact was at a complete stop when the vehicle exploded into flames. The contact was able to exit the vehicle safely before the vehicle was completed destroyed. The fire department arrived on the scene and extinguished the fire. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/gr86","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"GR86","model_slug":"gr86","cluster_id":"gr86-2022-tire-sidewall-tread-separation","label":"Rear tire sidewall and tread separation during highway driving","component_code":"TIRES:SIDEWALL, TIRES:TREAD/BELT","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11506934","quote_1_text":"My daughters were involved in a highway accident on 2-4-2023 when their rear passenger tire came apart. The vehicle is a 2022 Toyota gr86 premium, came with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tire, was purchased new in August 2022 and had 3008 miles on the odometer just after the accident","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/gr86","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-accel-hesitation","label":"Hesitation or loss of power accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11750786","quote_1_text":"I've had consistent issues with the vehicle accelerating and shifting. These include sluggish acceleration, loss of power and sputtering when we've come to a complete stop and starting to move again","quote_2_odi":"11605977","quote_2_text":"I have now experienced 5 times in one month where my Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid Max Platinum will not accelerate after breaking at a stop sign or stop light when the gas pedal is engaged","quote_3_odi":"11616001","quote_3_text":"Engine failed to engage while trying to pull out of my neighborhood this morning. The electric motor starts and propels the car forward into the road, but the gas motor fails to engage leaving me in the middle of the road without the ability to maneuver","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Curtain shield airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11723598","quote_1_text":"However, on June 24, 2025, the Toyota was involved in a collision with a deer. The autobody shop confirmed that the airbag sensors went off, but the airbags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11617326","quote_2_text":"The curtain shield airbags on both the driver’s and passenger’s side may not deploy as intended during certain crashes when the driver or front passenger windows are rolled down","quote_3_odi":"11615011","quote_3_text":"A safety recall has been placed on this vehicle, but no remedy remains. I haven't even had this vehicle for a year, and I am scared to drive it. I purchased it because I have toddlers and needed the space. I need a solution","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-cabin-boom","label":"Low-frequency cabin boom and ear pressure at low speed","component_code":"SUSPENSION, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11577509","quote_1_text":"Cabin boom noise reported from the first day of ownership whenever driving the vehicle under 50mph. Noise is a low bass frequency below 30hz that reverberates throughout entire vehicle, causing severe ear pain, headaches, nausea, and disorientation","quote_2_odi":"11583440","quote_2_text":"When driving under 40 mph mainly the vehicle has extreme ear pressure. Sometimes you can hear a rumbling noise along with the ear pressure. The ear pressure is so intense that I can no longer drive or ride in the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11587757","quote_3_text":"At speeds under 30 mph cabin air pressure builds in the cabin and creates a bass sound or “cabin boom”. The pressure hurts occupant ears as well and has made them sick after riding in the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-cv-axle-clicking","label":"Front CV axle clicking noise when turning","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11709793","quote_1_text":"When I turn to the left or right I hear a clicking/popping noise. Took it to the dealer and they said it was the CV axle. So they replaced the driver side","quote_2_odi":"11685533","quote_2_text":"Toyota T-SB-0082-24 / Rotational Clicking Noise From Front Drive Shaft Assembly ( CV JOINT) CV joint defect poses an unreasonable risk to safety, especially if it fails while you are driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-fuel-tank-underfill","label":"Fuel tank fill capacity below rated specification","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11635616","quote_1_text":"Vehicle does fill gas tank to capacity of 17.2 gallons. It only fills about 12 gallons. It has a 2.6 gallon reserve so only fills about 14.5-15 gallons","quote_2_odi":"11640465","quote_2_text":"This vehicle is supposed to have a 17.8 gallon tank but each time at fill up when the vehicle is on empty you can only put about 13.5 to 14 gallon of gas in the tank","quote_3_odi":"11591419","quote_3_text":"The fuel tank capacity according to the vehicle specifications should be 17gallons. I have refilled the vehicle three times after reaching empty (around 20mi left according to the gauge), and when I fill the tank it only takes about 11 gallons to fill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-hood-vibration","label":"Hood vibration and flutter at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11573707","quote_1_text":"The rear portion of the hood, closest to the windshield vibrates or flutters at speeds above 30 MPH. At speeds above 50 MPH the flutter becomes very noticeable and actually reflects sunlight into the driver's field of vision","quote_2_odi":"11571899","quote_2_text":"The entire proximal portion of the hood closest to the windshield vibrates above 50 mph. Windy conditions make this worse. The glare on the hood will vibrate distracting the driver","quote_3_odi":"11552857","quote_3_text":"Hood vibrates, and on sunlight or cloudy days the light flickers in your vision. This is a safety concern that Toyota says is a normal characteristic of the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-moonroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic moonroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11614715","quote_1_text":"I was heading home with my 6 year old son when all of a sudden there was a loud boom. Initially I thought there was an explosion or gun shot but then realized the panoramic moonroof had shattered and I continued hearing shattering","quote_2_odi":"11739699","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], while driving my 2024 Toyota Grand Highlander at approximately 45-50 mph on a gusty, high-wind day, the rear panoramic moonroof/sunroof panel blew out and shattered completely without warning","quote_3_odi":"11556687","quote_3_text":"I was driving around town and a loud bang, almost as loud as a gunshot. My moonroof had shattered into thousands of pieces","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"toyota-grand-highlander-2024-radiator-puncture","label":"Radiator/condenser damage from road debris via grille","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":201,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11746510","quote_1_text":"The dealer diagnosed a punctured radiator caused by a rock or similar road debris that allegedly passed through the front grille and struck the radiator. The dealer confirmed that coolant loss from the puncture triggered the vehicle's protective reduced-power mode","quote_2_odi":"11694480","quote_2_text":"All lights and warning system alerts suddenly came on. Hybrid System Malfunction. Once towed to dealership; stone came through large gap in front grill and put a hole in internal radiator","quote_3_odi":"11680783","quote_3_text":"AC condenser has a leak and AC cooling not working-blowing hot air, making vehicle very hot inside. Toyota claiming from road debris damage, front grill not protecting condenser unit enough to allow this not to happen and will not cover under warranty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-accel-hesitation","label":"Hesitation or stall accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752130","quote_1_text":"After a complete stop at a stop sign there is hesitation/stalling when trying to accelerate. Sometimes the hesitation is several seconds and then the engine kicks in and lurches forward","quote_2_odi":"11750898","quote_2_text":"On occasion the car will not accelerate from a dead stop like it should. I think it’s turbo lag","quote_3_odi":"11695992","quote_3_text":"Poor acceleration from 0 to 40. Vehicle will start shuttering at a dead stop. The engine has shut off once with this issue. It happened around 4800 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-axle-driveshaft","label":"Front axle and drive shaft failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718221","quote_1_text":"Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, I am submitting this complaint to formally report a serious safety issue involving the left front axle of my Toyota Grand Highlander Hybrid XLE","quote_2_odi":"11716177","quote_2_text":"The car was running perfect, 9 months after I bought this car, before 20,000 miles Front Left Axle become defective, and therefore, the dealer promised to reemplaced it, but I am still waiting from the dealer. It is a big risk to runs the car like that","quote_3_odi":"11706794","quote_3_text":"While accelerating from low speeds and turning, the car exhibits a rotational clicking noise from one or both front drive shaft assemblies","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-backup-camera-adas","label":"Back-over prevention and driver assistance failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713620","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V744000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11664671","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander. The contact stated while reversing, the back over prevention system failed to function as intended. The contact stated that the image was visible; however, there was no tone alert","quote_3_odi":"11745743","quote_3_text":"Subject: Potential Safety Defect Report – Infotainment System Interference with Driver Assistance Systems This submission reports a potential safety-related software interaction issue involving infotainment startup processes and Toyota Safety Sense 3.0 (TSS 3.0)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-fuel-gauge","label":"Fuel gauge and driving range inaccuracy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714181","quote_1_text":"The entire life of the car from initial purchase the fuel gauge is incorrect. The car has a 17 gallon gas tank and the fuel gauge is calibrated to around 13 gallons. The car thinks it is out of gas around 13 gallons when there is actually 4 more gallons left","quote_2_odi":"11682281","quote_2_text":"The car only accepts 11-13 gallons of gas when refueling an empty tank despite the advertised 17.2 gallon capacity. I believe this is a fuel gauge or DTE system problem","quote_3_odi":"11651434","quote_3_text":"Fuel fill-ups averaging 13-14 gallons when vehicle trip computer alerts 0 miles remaining distance to empty. Fuel tank capacity published as 17.8 gallons. Total vehicle range understated, requiring more frequent stops at gas stations to fill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-grille-radiator-debris","label":"Radiator and AC condenser puncture from grille debris","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750610","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has just over 18,000 miles on it and is 14 months old. It has a manufacturer design defect that allows small stones or birds to hit and puncture the air conditioning condenser","quote_2_odi":"11697495","quote_2_text":"There is a coolant leak in the hybrid radiator caused by a puncture. When taken to the dealer, they said a rock must have punctured it","quote_3_odi":"11682016","quote_3_text":"Apparently, a rock flew into the front grill striking the radiator (which is located directly behind the grill) and put a hole in it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-hood-flutter","label":"Aluminum hood fluttering at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11668805","quote_1_text":"Hood on 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander vibrates/flutters due to poorly designed aluminum construction. Very distracting and causes drivers to take eyes off the road","quote_2_odi":"11651922","quote_2_text":"The 2024 and 2025 Toyota Grand Highlander has excessive hood shaking and vibration at the rear of the vehicle. It is directly under the projection area of the windshield and directs your attention to the movement. At highway speeds the shaking is excessive","quote_3_odi":"11737282","quote_3_text":"“The aluminum vehicle hood exhibits severe, abnormal fluttering and vibration across the rear-center section when driving at highway speeds (approx. 55-70+ mph)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Grand Highlander","model_slug":"grand-highlander","cluster_id":"grand-highlander-2025-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753991","quote_1_text":"Driving on highway and suddenly panoramic sunroof glass shattered spontaneously. It nearly caused us to crash into median due to the sudden extremely loud noise that sounded like a gunshot at close range","quote_2_odi":"11722846","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously exploded leaving an 8” hole and a completely shattered sunroof. The sunroof is flexed upwards like it was under extreme pressure","quote_3_odi":"11661706","quote_3_text":"The Panoramic Roof Glass shattered on its own while driving on the freeway, there were no overpasses, no trees, no semi-trucks, no other vehicle in front of me while i was driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/grand-highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-airbag-nondeploy","label":"Front airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11449203","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was involved in a collision where it struck a barrier head on. The front airbags did not deploy. The vehicle then became airborne and flipped. Only the side airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"10566585","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH, A DEER HIT MY CAR. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, DAMAGED FRONT END, MINOR DAMAGE TO THE BUMPER, MAJOR DAMAGE TO ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND WINDSHIELD WAS CRACKED WHY DID THE AIRBAG NOT DEPLOY OUR MAJOR CONCERN CONCERN THAT WILL","quote_3_odi":"10550666","quote_3_text":"MY HUSBAND AND TWO YEAR OLD DAUGHTER WERE IN A HEAD ON COLLISION WITH A TREE AFTER ANOTHER VEHICLE CAME INTO HIS LANE AND HE ATTEMPTED TO AVOID THE HEAD ON COLLISION WITH THE OTHER VEHICLE. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. SIGNIFICANT INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-brake-actuator-abs","label":"Brake actuator and accumulator ABS failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11414316","quote_1_text":"ABS LIGHTS ARE ON AND IT SAYS TO CHECK THE VEHICLE BY DEALER. THIS MIGHT BE WITH ALL THE HYBRIDS","quote_2_odi":"11145191","quote_2_text":"ABS - CODE -1391,THIS IS SECOND TIME,FIRST TIME(2016) WAS CHANGED THIS PART -44510-48080","quote_3_odi":"11563768","quote_3_text":"Affected by the faulty Brake Actuator & Accumulator on 2010 Toyota Highlander Hybrid. Brake malfunction and ABS disabled lights popped up on my Multi-Information Display. This issue disables ABS & VSC systems, which therefore makes this a safety hazard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-door-ajar-sensor","label":"Rear hatch ajar sensor false alarm","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11115759","quote_1_text":"BACK DOOR AJAR, INTERIOR LIGHT AND A BING SOUND COME ON WHEN I TURN LEFT","quote_2_odi":"11113395","quote_2_text":"FALSE BACK DOOR AJAR WARNING. SAFETY CONCERN","quote_3_odi":"11132190","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AND TURNING OR GOING OVER A BUMP THE \"DOOR AJAR\" INDICATOR BEEPS AND THE DOME LIGHTS TURN ON. BROUGHT TO AUTO SERVICE REPAIR SHOP AND THE LEFT REAR DOOR AND THE REAR GATE SENSOR/ACTUATOR NEED TO BE REPLACED. $1100!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-steering-shaft-clunk","label":"Intermediate steering shaft clunk noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11244307","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS THERE IS A POPPING NOISE IN THE STEERING COLUMN. THE STEERING WHEEL CAN BE TURNED SLIGHTLY LEFT OR RIGHT AND THE NOISE IS HEARD","quote_2_odi":"11503742","quote_2_text":"There is a clunk noise in the steering column On bumpy roads","quote_3_odi":"10840368","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE MAKES A POPPING NOISE WHEN YOU MAKE A TURN. NOISE CAN BE HEARD WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT AT ANY SPEED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10594275","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IN REVERSE THE VEHICLE SUDDENDLY ACCELERATED AND THE BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT IN ORDER TO STOP THE VEHICLE, THE ENGINE HAD TO BE TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"10819165","quote_2_text":"ACCELERATOR MOVED TO FULL SPEED AS BACKING UP BEGAN. AUTO PLOWED 110 FEET FULL SPEED THROUGH PLANTS AND TREES, COMING TO A STOP BY SOME TREES. CAR WAS PARKED ON PRIVATE DRIVEWAY. DRIVER SLIGHTLY INJURED. REAR END CAR DAMAGE IS $6,000+","quote_3_odi":"11722240","quote_3_text":"When applying the brake slowly all of a sudden the car went full acceleration and crashed 500ft away at high speed. The car is crashed but available for inspection for a short period of time until the insurance company takes full posession","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2010-visor-drop","label":"Driver-side sun visor drop","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":238,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10676740","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER'S SIDE VISOR FAILS TO STAY UP AND DROPS TO BLOCK DRIVER'S VIEW. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10614869","quote_2_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE SUN VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP. KEEPS FALLING DOWN WHILE DRIVING. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10486155","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS SIDE SUN VISOR DROPS DOWN AND WILL NOT STAY IN THE UP POSITION OBSTRUCTING MY VISIBILITY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags fail to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11405618","quote_1_text":"I HIT A CONCRETE POST AT ROUGHLY 30 MPH, DEAD CENTER FRONT OF VEHICLE. THE CAR WAS TOTALLED, AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11288500","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED AROUND A CORNER AND WENT INTO A SMALL EMBANKMENT. THE VEHICLE T-BONED THE CENTER BARRIER OF THE FREEWAY. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11218881","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT COMPLAINED ABOUT A 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE DRIVER WAS DRIVING ABOUT 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT WHICH STOPPED ABRUPTLY. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND THE SEAT BELT DID NOT LOCK IN PLACE (STAYED LOOSE)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-brake-malfunction","label":"Brake system malfunction and ABS actuator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11063948","quote_1_text":"ABS BRAKE ACTUATOR FAILED ON TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. SPENT $1905 ON REPAIRS FROM TOYOTA. THERE WAS A RELATE RECALL ON TOYOTA CAMERY HYBRID WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THE ABS FUNCTION WON'T ACTIVATE WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11309478","quote_2_text":"ON FEB 13, I WAS DRIVING AN ANN ARBOR, MI, STREET THAT WAS DOWNHILL AND ICY. I PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL UNTIL THE ABS CAME ON, AND HELD IT ON FOR 15 TO 30 SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"10435145","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED MY 2011 HIGHLANDER IN MARCH, & IT HAD 7000 MILES ON IT AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. I STARTED THE VEHICLE IN MY DRIVEWAY, PUT IT IN DRIVE, AND STARTED DOWN MY DRIVEWAY. PRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, AND THERE WERE NO BRAKES AND SEEMED NOT TO HAVE POWER STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-liftgate-arm-failure","label":"Power liftgate arm and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2017-04","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10822783","quote_1_text":"REAR LIFTGATE WILL NOT STAY OPEN AND HAS FALLEN ON MY WIFE. TOYOTA HAS ISSUED A SERVICE BULLETIN BUT WILL NOT FIX THERE PROBLEM EST. COST TO REPAIR $3000","quote_2_odi":"10664397","quote_2_text":"THE OPEN REAR AUTOMATIC DOOR FAILED, IMMEDIATELY CLOSING ON MY WIFE'S BACK AS SHE WAS REMOVING A BAG FROM THE REAR CARGO AREA. THE FAILURE HAPPENED WITHOUT WARNING AND CAME DOWN HARD","quote_3_odi":"10971817","quote_3_text":"POWER LIFTGATE MOTOR ARM DETACHED FROM THE UPPER PORTION OF THE REAR DOOR. UPON REPEATED USE AND TIGHTENING IT BECOMES STRIPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-oil-cooler-pipe-leak","label":"Engine oil cooler pipe/hose leak leading to oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11513598","quote_1_text":"As my family was driving down Interstate 85 in Atlanta going around 80 MPH a dash notification came on that said \"Low Oil Pressure pull over\" the notification came on then went away then came back on (car never ran hot)","quote_2_odi":"11461440","quote_2_text":"While driving on the parkway, an oil pressure warning light came on and said to turn off the car. The car immediately started making noise so we pulled onto the shoulder and turned the car off","quote_3_odi":"11098843","quote_3_text":"THE OIL COOLER HOSE LEAKED...LOST ALL OIL AND OIL PRESSURE IN LESS THAN A FEW MINUTES...LUCKY THE ENGINE DIDN;T BLOW. THERE SHOULD BE A RECALL ON THIS AS IT APPEARS IT HAS HAPPENED TO THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-steering-shaft-clunk","label":"Intermediate steering shaft clunking noise when turning","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11270223","quote_1_text":"STEERING SHAFT U JOINT MAKES CLUNKING NOISE. DEALER ADVISED IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENT AS THIS IS A SAFETY CONCERN","quote_2_odi":"11244037","quote_2_text":"I STARTED EXPERIENCING A CLUNK IN THE STEERING WHEEL COLUMN WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL TO THE LEFT FOR PARKING . IT HAPPENED A COUPLE OF TIMES SO I TOOK IT TO MY REGULAR TOYOTA DEALERSHIP FOR SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"11155844","quote_3_text":"CLUNKING OR TAPPING NOISE WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT THAT CAN BE FELT IN THE STEERING WHEEL. DIAGNOSED BY TOYOTA AS \"STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT BINDING.\" THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE 2008-2013 HIGHLANDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-sun-visor-failure","label":"Driver's side sun visor fails to stay in position","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11190287","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR STUCK IN DOWN POSITION, AND WILL NOT MOVE UPWARD OUT OF THE WAY, OBSTRUCTING DRIVER'S VIEW","quote_2_odi":"10716154","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR IN THE DRIVER SIDE IS STUCK IN HALF WAY DOWN POSITION, HIT MY FOREHEAD TWICE ALREADY ON THIS","quote_3_odi":"10565431","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE VISOR WILL NOT STAY UP. BLOCKS DRIVERS VISION. APPEARS TO BE WIDESPREAD FAILURE SINCE 2002. TOYOTA WILL NOT COVER OUT OF WARRANT, WANTS $650 FOR REPLACEMENT PART!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10454681","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK WITH THE BRAKE DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE CEMENT WALL OF A GARAGE","quote_2_odi":"10439767","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT HER DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A BARN","quote_3_odi":"10944240","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNINTENTIONALLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY STOPPED AFTER THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED WITH EXTREME FORCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-door-lock-actuator","label":"Power door lock actuator failure preventing locking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11302931","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 HIGHLANDER CURRENTLY HAS 110,000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. AT THIS TIME NONE OF THE POWER DOORS LOCKS WORK WHEN THE KEY FOB OR DOOR BUTTON IS DEPRESSED. IT HAS BEEN CONFIRMED BY MY LOCAL TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THAT ALL FOUR LOCK ACTUATORS ARE FAULTY","quote_2_odi":"10950440","quote_2_text":"THE DOOR LOCKS ON MY 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER STOPPED WORKING. WITH ONLY 51K ON THE CAR, ALL 4 DOORS WONT CLOSE WITH THE KEY FOB, OR ON THE DOOR. THEY OPEN BUT DONT CLOSE, I HAVE TO MANUALLY CLOSE EACH DOOR LOCK EVERY TIME I WANT THE DOORS LOCKED","quote_3_odi":"11210570","quote_3_text":"THE POWER DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR WENT OUT ON THE REAR PASSENGER DOOR IF MY 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. I ONLY NOTICED THE FAILURE BY CHANCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11307417","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS OVER 117,000 MILES AND IS EXCESSIVELY CONSUMING OIL. THERE IS NO SIGN OF LEAKS ANYWHERE. I DO NOT GET ANY WARNING ANYWHERE ABOUT LOW OIL, ALL I SEE IS A SMALL MESSAGE THAT SOMETIMES BLINKS INDICATING 'OIL PRESSURE'","quote_2_odi":"11196195","quote_2_text":"WITH 1000 MILES LEFT ON AN OIL CHANGE OR SO OUR CAR WOULD RANDOMLY STALL WHEN YOU MAKE CERTAIN TURNS. OCCAISIOANLLY THE OIL LIGHT WOULD POP ONE WHEN IT WOULD STALL","quote_3_odi":"11524742","quote_3_text":"Around 112,500 miles our vehicle's oil pressure light came on. My husband drove it home, and our mechanic told us to tow it to his shop for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate fails to close, latch, or stay attached","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10874467","quote_1_text":"POWER LIFTGATE ON 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER FAILS TO FULL CLOSE AND LATCH. 4 YEARS OLD NOW, PROBLEM BEGAN 2 YEARS AGO AT 12,000 MILES, AND NOW 1 YEAR PAST 3/36 WARRANTY AND 47,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"11025461","quote_2_text":"REAR LIFT GATE OPENED AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. DANGEROUS. NOW THE DOOR DOES NOT WORK AS IT IS SUPPOSED TO","quote_3_odi":"10604746","quote_3_text":"I OPENED THE POWER REAR DOOR BY DEPRESSING THE SWITCH NEXT TO THE STEERING WHEEL AND THE DOOR BEGAN TO OPEN, MADE A CLUNKING NOISE, AND CLOSED ITSELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-steering-shaft-noise","label":"Intermediate steering shaft clunking or popping noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11398404","quote_1_text":"WHEN I DRIVE THE VEHICLE YOU CAN HEAR A CLUNKING SOUND IN THE STEERING COLUMN. IT HAPPENS AT LOW AND HIGH SPEEDS. WHEN MAKE A TURN RIGHT, OR LEFT YOU HEAR CLUNKING IS THE STEERING COLUMN","quote_2_odi":"11343172","quote_2_text":"STEERING SHAFT CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURN LEFT OR RIGHT AT LOW SPEED. CONFIRMED STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT FAILURE BY IRA TOYOTA TECHNICIAN ON 7/31/2020 . THIS IS 3RD TIMES FAILURE. 1ST FAILURE WAS JAN/2012 AND 2ND TIME FAILURE WAS 11/2013","quote_3_odi":"11281114","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN THE VEHICLE TO THE LEFT OR RIGHT, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-sun-visor-failure","label":"Sun visor detaching or failing to stay in position","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10966152","quote_1_text":"THE SUN VISORS ARE BOTH BROKEN AND ARE A SAFETY HAZARD. THE DRIVERS VISOR HAS BEEN DEFECTIVE FOR TIME. THE PASSENGER VISOR JUST BROKE RECENTLY","quote_2_odi":"10715302","quote_2_text":"MY PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR BROKE INTERNALLY AND THE INTERNAL SPRING FORCED IT TO POINT STRAIGHT DOWN. IT BLOCKED THE DRIVER'S VIEW OF VEHICLES APPROACHING FROM A SIDE STREET ON THE RIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10701692","quote_3_text":"SUN VISOR, DRIVER'S SIDE: HANGS DOWN AT APPROXIMATELY 45 DEGREE ANGLE TOWARD DRIVER IN THE STOWED POSITION AND BUMPS HEAD ON THE BOTTOM EDGE WHEN EXITING OR LEANING FORWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2012-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed or while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":191,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10495051","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING THE DRIVEWAY, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO THE HOUSE","quote_2_odi":"10470867","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND WENT OVER THE CURB","quote_3_odi":"11163347","quote_3_text":"WHILE ENTERING A PARKING SPOT WITH FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BRAKE THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED SUDDEN AND UNANTICIPATED ACCELERATION RESULTING IN THE CAR CRASHING INTO A CONCRETE WALL AND BEING TOTALED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"abs-module-brake-warning-lights","label":"ABS module faults and brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11735574","quote_1_text":"After a hard braking session because of a car that pulled quickly in front of me the ABS light and check engine light came on with a code of C1391 - Abnormal leak in Accumulator","quote_2_odi":"11619689","quote_2_text":"Multiple ABS related(ABS, TRACTION, BRAKES) warning lights/messages making driving my Highlander dangerous to me and others. Warning lights appeared 9/30/2024. No symptoms or warning lights appeared prior. Vehicle was then inspected by Toyota of Plano","quote_3_odi":"10808876","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING UPHILL, THE BRAKES MALFUNCTIONED AND BRAKES (AND THE GAS) WOULDN'T WORK. MY CAR SLID BACKWARDS DOWN THE HILL INTO A STREET WITH AN ONCOMING CAR. BRAKE FUNCTION DID NOT RETURN THE ENTIRE SLIDE DOWN THE HILL (APPROX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"airbag-nondeployment-and-warnings","label":"Airbag non-deployment and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11642557","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving in negative 10-degree weather at 75 MPH, the driver's and passenger’s side curtain air bags deployed without warning or impact","quote_2_odi":"11253078","quote_2_text":"I HAD A FRONT END ACCIDENT ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I CAUSED REAR END DAMAGE TO TWO OTHER VEHICLES. ON SEPT. 2, I HAD ANOTHER FRONT END COLLISION. I RAN INTO A CONCRETE BARRIER THAT HOLDS LIGHT POSTS IN PARKING LOTS","quote_3_odi":"10583038","quote_3_text":"MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE CAR NEAR THE DULLES TOLL ROAD ENTRANCE RAMP AT APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH. SHE SUDDENLY LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND HIT THE CAR AHEAD OF HER. NO BODILY INJURY TO EITHER PARTY. THE POLICE OFFICER WHO CAME TO THE SCENE SAID THAT IT WAS NOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"door-lock-actuator-failures","label":"Door lock actuator and liftgate motor failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11205833","quote_1_text":"OUR 2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HAS HAD 3 OF THE 4 DOOR ACTUATORS FAIL IN A 26 MONTH PERIOD","quote_2_odi":"11083206","quote_2_text":"EACH OF THE FOUR DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS HAVE MALFUNCTIONED SUCH THAT THE DOOR CANNOT BE UNLOCKED/OPENED FROM EITHER THE INSIDE OR OUTSIDE OF THE CAR. THIS HAS OCCURRED DURING THE PAST 18 MONTHS","quote_3_odi":"11491806","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while attempting to close the liftgate, the contact was unable to close the liftgate. The contact had not activated the power assist liftgate motor. The contact used force to close the liftgate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"excessive-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11563350","quote_1_text":"The issue started when the car was over 84,000 miles. The engine burns excessive oil. I have to add oil every 2200 miles. When I press on the gas pedal to rev the car, oil come out of the tail pipe","quote_2_odi":"11471361","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption/oil pressure issue. Started suddenly maybe in 2020. My oil pressure light would come on “turn off car immediately”. Took it to dealer, told me I have no oil. Then it kept happening. No notice of low oil, and well within 3 months/3000 miles","quote_3_odi":"10862580","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS BURNED 1 QT OF OIL EVERY 1500 MILLES OR SO SINCE DAY1... TOYOTA WILL DO NOTHING TO REPAIR THE INTERNAL ENGINE PROBLEM AS THEY SAY IT IS ACCEPTABLE PER THEM TO BURN 1 QT EVERY 1200??","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"intermediate-steering-shaft-noise","label":"Steering column and intermediate shaft noise or looseness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11607205","quote_1_text":"Steering column cracks, no help from Dealer. Many complaints on internet. Remedy requires expensive new steering column. Defective spindle type bearing defective. The noise is ongoing. It feels like its going to break. Very scary...ongoing doesn't stop","quote_2_odi":"11423336","quote_2_text":"The car was purchased in 2015 used and the steering wheel has made a clunking sound when turning a hard sharp left or right since the day of purchase -While on a road trip of approximately 3,000 miles round trip in June 2021 the steering wheel was adjusted to accommodate my","quote_3_odi":"11241450","quote_3_text":"MY STEERING MAKES A CLUNKING SOUND, WHICH YOU CAN ACTUALLY FEEL IN THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN IT OCCURS, WHEN TURNING EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT. IT IS INCREASING IN OCCURRENCE AND INTENSITY. IT OCCURS AT ANY SPEED. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR SEVERAL MONTHS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"seat-frame-and-lock-failures","label":"Seat frame and locking mechanism failures","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11407734","quote_1_text":"THE RIGHT MIDDLE SEAT DOES NOT LOCK IN PLACE WHEN IT IS AT THE FURTHEST FRONT POSITION,","quote_2_odi":"11181830","quote_2_text":"2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. CONSUMER WRITES CONCERNING SAFETY ISSUE REGARDING TO BOTTOM SEAT FRAME/ ADJUSTER ASSEMBLY NOT HOLDING ITS POSITION THAT IT WAS ADJUSTED TO. *AS *TR","quote_3_odi":"10597628","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V148000 (SEATS); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Unintended acceleration and hesitation while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":211,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11019898","quote_1_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS SINCE PURCHASING MY 2014 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED THE CAR LURCHES FORWARD WHILE MY FOOT IS FIRMLY PRESSED ON THE BRAKE","quote_2_odi":"10864174","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT","quote_3_odi":"10595323","quote_3_text":"DRIVING UPHILL,SUDDENLY LOST SPEED,HAD NO GAS PEDAL,HAD TO PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD AND THEN IT CAME BACK.HAS HAPPENED DOZENS OF TIMES AT DIFFERENT SPEEDS. THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED I WAS DRIVING 70 MPH IN THE CENTER LANE OF I 95 IN PA, HAVE NOT DRIVEN THE CAR SINCE I GOT HOME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Power door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11760764","quote_1_text":"I am the original owner of a 2014 Toyota Highlander AWD, currently with 88,000 miles on it. I have experienced six power door lock actuator failures on this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11093280","quote_2_text":"EVERY SINGLE DOOR LOCK ACTUATOR HAS FAILED IN THE VEHICLE CAUSING REMOTE LOCKING AND UNLOCKING TO NOT WORK. DOORS, AFTER FAILING, REQUIRED TO BE MANUALLY LOCKED OR UNLOCKED","quote_3_odi":"11229865","quote_3_text":"WE ARE AFFECTED BY I AM LEARNING VERY COMMON ISSUE IN TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2014 AND LATER. POWER DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS ARE ALL FAILING AT AROUND 4-5 YEARS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-infotainment-freeze-reboot","label":"Infotainment system freeze and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10993364","quote_1_text":"THE ENTUNE RADIO HAS A BUG THAT CAUSES IT TO REBOOT RANDOMLY. I HAVE HAD IT HAPPEN WHILE DRIVING AND RELYING ON THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM FOR DIRECTIONS IN HEAVY TRAFFIC. IT IS ANNOYING, DISTRACTING AND VERY UNSAFE","quote_2_odi":"11221706","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IN MOTION: RADIO/ENTUNE/NAVIGATION SYSTEM FREEZES AND REBOOTS MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11151296","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA ENTUNE SYSTEM , CONSTANTLY SHUT DOWN AND REBOOT WHILE DRIVING, LOSING BLUETOOTH CONNECTION, RADIO, NAVIGATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate fails to open or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11492649","quote_1_text":"rear tailgate door non-functioning. auto door button does not work and door cannot be opened manually. serious safety issue if car in accident and side doors won't open","quote_2_odi":"11443444","quote_2_text":"This is a known problem with the Toyota Highlander where the Power Rear Door struts will not work in cold weather. They even issued a service bulletin but refuses to issue a recall on the defective parts","quote_3_odi":"10662749","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC LIFTGATE DOES NOT CLOSE. STARTS TO CLOSE, STOPS, THEN BEEPS. REQUIRES MANUAL CLOSURE. HAVE HAD IN FOR REPAIR 5 TIMES, INCLUDING HAVING THE ENTIRE ASSEMBLY REPLACED. STILL MALFUNCTIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-steering-lock-eps-failure","label":"Steering lock with electrical system shutdown","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10632873","quote_1_text":"I WAS BACKING OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE AND THE VEHICLE JERK. THEN A WARNING SIGN APPEAR ON THE DASH THAT SAID EPS FAILURE. THE STEERING WHEEL WAS HARD TO TURN. I BEGAN TO STRUGGLE WITH THE STEERING WHEEL AT THAT POINT IT WAS LOCK","quote_2_odi":"11493822","quote_2_text":"Steering column locked on several occasions while driving. Electrical systems blink on and off. Exactly as described in NHTSA recall #15V144000 and as far I can tell the exact same part number","quote_3_odi":"11046014","quote_3_text":"MY TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2014 HAS A HUGE SECURITY AND SAFETY ISSUE. ITS STEERING WHEEL JAMMED AND IT BECOME COMPLETELY DISABLED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND THE ENGINE WONT START AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-sunroof-glass-detachment","label":"Sunroof glass detachment or shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11631027","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the moon roof detached from the vehicle. There was no warning light and there was no impact to have caused the failure","quote_2_odi":"10920200","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF EXPLODED AS I WAS DRIVING WITH MY KIDS, ON THE HIGHWAY. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND THE GLASS FELL ALL OVER ME","quote_3_odi":"11513770","quote_3_text":"The glass from the panoramic sunroof detached from the vehicle while traveling approximately 60 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-transmission-slip-hesitation","label":"Transmission slip and hesitation during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11265354","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION FAILURE IN MOTION","quote_2_odi":"11268639","quote_2_text":"WITHIN THE PAST MONTH OR SO THERE WERE A FEW SEPARATE/SPORADIC OCCASIONS WHEN THE TRANSMISSION OF MY 2014 HIGHLANDER WITH 82,344 GENTLE MILES ON IT SEEMED TO SLIP/NOT ENGAGE FOR A MOMENT WHEN FIRST STARTING TO TRAVEL AT A LOW RATE OF SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10763788","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION HAS A FLUTTER WHEN TRYING TO SHIFT UP OR DOWN TO DIFFERENT GEARS. IT CAUSES A HESITANCY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2014-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion and mold from roof drain","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":135,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10691620","quote_1_text":"A 2014 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WAS PURCHASED IN 2/2014.THE CUSTOMER NOTICED WATER COMING INSIDE THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE SEAT BELT A-FRAME PANEL CAUSING THE INTERIOR FLOOR TO BECOME WET WITH STANDING WATER","quote_2_odi":"11635420","quote_2_text":"Water leaks inside the car every time it rains. We checked the sunroof drain tubes. They are clear. It is getting in through the roof rail bolts","quote_3_odi":"10785528","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A BAD SMELL FOR MONTHS AND COULD NOT FIGURE OUT WHERE IT WAS COMING FROM. RECENTLY I NOTICED WATER COMING IN FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SEATBELT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-cabin-fire","label":"Electrical fire in cabin or engine compartment","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11581700","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Highlander. While stopped at a gas station with the engine on, the contact's wife smelled an abnormal, burning odor coming from the vehicle without warning. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the contact's wife saw flames shooting from the dashboard near…","quote_2_odi":"11574819","quote_2_text":"My Highlander had a strange burning smell and we couldn’t find where it was coming from. We took it to a shop where they checked everything over and suggested that the smell was our brakes. They lubricated the brakes and replaced my tires and struts. When I went to pick up the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11736019","quote_1_text":"Door lock actuators, yes it is available for inspection. Doors cannot be locked or unlocked with a remote key fob or the interior power door locks. Lock defect poses a significant safety hazard in that a single or multiple doors may not lock at any time, whether the vehicle is…","quote_2_odi":"11242278","quote_2_text":"THREE OF THE DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAILED ON THIS VEHICLE AT THE SAME TIME. MY WIFE CANNOT UNLOCK THE CAR DOORS WITHOUT GOING TO THE ONE DOOR THAT IS WORKING WHEN SHE PUSHES THE UNLOCK BUTTON ON HER REMOTE. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND THERE ARE THOUSANDS OF ARTICLES AND…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-eps-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11741329","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, the infotainment screen would go blank and the system would turn on inadvertently. This issue became more frequent, occurring approximately every 10 seconds…","quote_2_odi":"10811024","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A CITY STREET, THE STEERING BECAME EXTREMELY DIFFICULT AS IF POWER STEERING SHUT DOWN. \"EPS FAILURE, STEERING WHEEL HARDER TO TURN\" WARNING APPEARED ON THE DASH CLUSTER. WE PULLED OVER, TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, THEN TURNED IT BACK ON -- THE WARNING DISAPPEARED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-infotainment-freeze-reboot","label":"Infotainment system freeze and reboot","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11245584","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE'S RADIO, MAPS, ENTUNES, WILL FREEZE. AS WELL AS THE NAVIGATION SYSTEM. IT WILL THEN RESET ITSELF AFTER A FEW MINUTES OF BEING FROZEN AND UNABLE TO USE ANY FEATURES. THIS OCCURS SEVERAL TIMES A DAY WHILE DRIVING. THIS HAS OCCURRED MANY TIMES A WEEK OVER THE LAST SEVERAL…","quote_2_odi":"10899693","quote_2_text":"INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM KEEPS CRASHING AND REBOOTING DURING NORMAL OPERATION/DRIVING CONDITIONS. MOST OCCURRENCES HAPPENED DURING HOT DAYS BUT HAS OCCURRED DURING IN THE MORNING WHEN THE TEMP. WAS BELOW 70 F. OCCURRED ON JULY 17 (3-4 TIMES), AUG 20 (OVER 10 TIMES) AND AUG 31 (1…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure to open or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11021367","quote_1_text":"THE POWER LIFTGATE CLOSED ON MY HEAD WHEN I WAS PUTTING STUFF IN THE TRUNK. IT WAS OPEN LIKE NORMAL, BUT THEN IT SUDDENLY DROPPED WITHOUT WARNING. BEFORE THIS HAPPENED IT WAS HAVING PROBLEMS CLOSING COMPLETELY. IT IS STILL HAVING THESE PROBLEMS. I TOOK IT INTO THE DEALERSHIP TO…","quote_2_odi":"10684150","quote_2_text":"THIS HIGHLANDER HAS A POWER LIFTGATE. IF A CHILD OR ADULT GETS IN THE WAY OF THE LIFTGATE WHEN IT IS LOWERING, THE CHILD OR ADULT CAN BE SERIOUSLY INJURED, CRUSHED OR KILLED BECAUSE THE LIFTGATE HAS NO EASY REVERSING FEATURE. IT DOES REVERSE WHEN IT HITS AN OBJECT BUT THE FORCE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11725954","quote_1_text":"The moon roof in my car completely shattered out of no where while I was driving down the road and fell all into my backseat. If my children were in the car, they would have had glass all over them.","quote_2_odi":"11505524","quote_2_text":"Front half of panoramic sunroof spontaneously exploded. Conditions were light rain, morning, freeway at 65 MPH. Exploded outward, not much traffic or anything around, not hit by debris. Did not seem like safety issue in this case other than startling noise, cloth cover was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-taillamp-water-intrusion","label":"Tail lamp housing water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11490085","quote_1_text":"Rear tail lamps on lift gate both sides have failed seals that allow moisture to condense inside the lens. This occurs to the point the water collects inside the lens and obstructs the emission of light when the brake pedal is depressed. Several reports of this happening can be…","quote_2_odi":"11103710","quote_2_text":"2015 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER LIMITED--3 OR 4 OUNCES OF WATER HAS ACCUMULATED IN BOTH OF MY TAIL LIGHTS (THAT CONTROL BRAKE LIGHTS AND BACKUP LIGHTS) THAT ARE LOCATED IN THE HATCH OF MY TAIL GATE. THIS CAUSES A GREAT DEAL OF CONDENSATION TO CLOUD REAR BRAKE AND BACKUP LIGHTS. WHEN THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11497653","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at 30 MPH, the vehicle accelerated without any warning at high speed. The contact desperately depressed the brake pedal, but the vehicle would not stop, causing the vehicle to drive into traffic and…","quote_2_odi":"11084273","quote_2_text":"I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT THAT I BELIEVE WAS CAUSED BY SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION (SUA). I WAS PULLING INTO A DIAGONAL PARKING SPACE ON A CITY STREET, PROCEEDING AT A VERY SLOW SPEED, WHEN THERE WAS A SUDDEN SURGE IN ACCELERATION ACCOMPANIED BY A GRINDING SOUND. I HIT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Air bags failing to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10918511","quote_1_text":"I OWN A 2016 HIGHLANDER LIMITED PLATINUM AND AFTER A MAJOR ACCIDENT I HAVE A SERIOUS CONCERN ABOUT THE SAFETY CLAIMS. YESTERDAY MY WIFE WAS IN A ROLLOVER (2 FULL ROTATIONS) ACCIDENT IN HER 2016 HIGHLANDER PLATINUM","quote_2_odi":"10919975","quote_2_text":"I HAD AN ACCIDENT ON MY CAR GOING 50 TO 60 MPH I THE ROAD CURVED AND I DID NOT I WENT INTO THE TOP OF THE DITCH HIT FRONT END AND WENT AIRBORN 30 TO 50 FEET IN THE AIR OVER THE PERSONS DRIVWAY","quote_3_odi":"11695898","quote_3_text":"As I looked up after the impact and saw my hood folded I then noticed that my air bag had not gone off. How could the air bag have not gone off in an impact such as that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11628348","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed low speeds on a decline, the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11124494","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKING IN A PUBLIC PARKING LOT, AT IDLE SPEED, THE BRAKES DID NOT STOP FORWARD PROGRESS. CAR STRUCK THE CURBING, CLIMBED ONTO THE DIVIDER, CROSSED THE DIVIDER AND BUMPED A PARKED CAR ON THE OTHER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11209288","quote_3_text":"STARTED COMPLAINING ABOUT BRAKES AT 10,000 MILES. THE DEALER TURNED REAR ROTORS AT 28,000 AND INSTALLED NEW PADS. NOW AT 37,000, THE FRONT ROTORS ARE WARPED ALSO. CANNOT BE TURNED DOWN.NO COVERAGE FROM THE DEALER. DEFECTIVE ROTORS ARE MY COMPLAINT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11512162","quote_1_text":"Description of Problem (electrical issue affecting multiple systems): Engine shuts off while driving. All instrument/electronic displays shut off or flicker while driving. Steering wheel locks and vibrates. Liftgate does not open","quote_2_odi":"10893721","quote_2_text":"8:30PM WE LEFT HER HOUSE TO GO HOME. WE DROVE ON THE STREET FOR TWO MINUTES AND WE CAME TO A STOP LIGHT I BRAKED TO A COMPLETE STOP, AND THE CAR DIED. THE DASH BOARD SCREEN SAID PUT YOUR CAR IN PARK AND START THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11424583","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut-off without warning. The contact would be able to restart the vehicle a few minutes after the failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-eps-steering-failure","label":"Electric power steering failure and steering lock-up","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11715980","quote_1_text":"I was on Hwy 27 headed south bound at Bellecita Rd in Davenpoerrt, Fl. This is a busy four way intersection. I moved into the left hand turn lane. When the left turn green light came on I began my U-Turn to head north bound","quote_2_odi":"11366270","quote_2_text":"2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 30,000 MILES EPS FAILURE STEP ON THE BREAK IN THE MORNING EPS FAILURE WITH THE FLASHING LIGHT SHUT IT OFF STEP ON THE BREAK AGAIN START IT AND SOMETIMES IT'S BACK TO NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"11144817","quote_3_text":"I WAS JUST PROCEEDING FROM A STOP AT A 4 WAY INTERSECTION GO VERY SLOWLY WHEN I RECEIVED A WARNING ON MY DASHBOARD SAYING \"EPS FAILURE, STEERING WHEEL HARDER TO TURN\". I WAS THEN PHYSICALLY UNABLE TO TURN THE STEERING WHEEL, ALMOST AS IF THE POWER STEERING WAS DISABLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-false-collision-braking","label":"False forward-collision warning and automatic braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11660748","quote_1_text":"On multiple (3-5), but not all, occasions at the same location my pre collision warning and automatic breaking appear to have been triggered as I approached an expansion plate at the edge of a bridge","quote_2_odi":"11277025","quote_2_text":"I'VE HAD TWO SERIOUS INCIDENTS INVOLVING THE CAR'S AUTO BRAKING SYSTEM WE BOUGHT AS PART OF A SAFETY PACKAGE. BOTH WERE IDENTICAL. EACH TIME I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AND THE CAR DETECTED A POTENTIAL SIDE IMPACT CRASH","quote_3_odi":"10993100","quote_3_text":"ON 6/4/2017 AT 7:23 PM, PRE-COLLISION SYSTEM (PCS) BEEPED AND LIT UP \"BRAKE\" EVEN THOUGH THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME WAS AT LEAST 4 CAR LENGTHS AWAY AND IT WAS TRAVELING FASTER THAN MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof and rear window spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11299458","quote_1_text":"HEADED TO WORK AT 5:35 AM ON WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 15, 2020, AT 55 MPH ON MY DAILY COMMUTE IN MY 2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER, WESTBOUND ON I-70 BETWEEN THE CENTRAL PARK AND 270 EXITS, AND MY SUNROOF EXPLODED","quote_2_odi":"11209183","quote_2_text":"THE REAR WINDSHIELD ON OUR 2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER EXPLODED WITHOUT ANY PROVOCATION. PULLING INTO AN EMPTY PARKING SPACE UPON PLACING THE CAR IN PARK, THE READ WINDSHIELD EXPLODED AND SHATTERED INTO PIECES. NOTHING HIT IT. NOTHING BANGED INTO IT. JUST EXPLODED FOR NO REASON","quote_3_odi":"11034614","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD AN ABNORMAL EXPLOSION SOUND. ONCE THE CONTACT EXITED THE HIGHWAY AND PULLED OVER, SHE OBSERVED THAT THE SUN ROOF HAD FRACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-taillight-water-intrusion","label":"Taillight housing water intrusion","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11474921","quote_1_text":"The tail lights on the back tailgate hatch are leaking and have been leaking. The leaks are getting progressively worse and the lights are filling up with water. The vehicle has been garage kept, has low mileage, and has never been wrecked","quote_2_odi":"11453099","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger tail light lift gate has water inside tail light housing, if this continues it will cause brake light to be burned off or malfunction and cause vehicle behind these cars unable to see the tail light and cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"11352344","quote_3_text":"WATER INSIDE LEFT TAILLIGHT ASSEMBLY AS PURCHASED USED FROM DAVE EDWARDS TOYOTA, AS CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2016-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall separation and premature tread wear","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11635719","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Highlander equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Evolution H/T, Tire Size: 245/55/R19, DOT Number: UPPIILE. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 55-65 MPH, the rear driver's side tire unexpectedly had a blowout","quote_2_odi":"11467747","quote_2_text":"Cooper Adventurer P245/60R18 tires. Three of four tires had sidewall separation on both inner and outer sidewalls in same area. A separation could be seen in the outer casing about .25\" above the rim line radiating and following the rim line","quote_3_odi":"11124033","quote_3_text":"2016 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER WITH OEM TOYO 245/55R19 OPEN COUNTRY M&S 103T TIRES AT ABOUT 70 MPH ON I95 SOUTH BOARD NEAR BRUNSWICK GA (EXIT 38?) , A LOUD BANG WAS HEARD AND THEN THE BUMPING MADE IT OBVIOUS A TIRE HAD FAILED SO THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED WELL OF THE ROAD NEAR AN EXIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment or malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731086","quote_1_text":"On April 5, 2026, my 2017 Toyota Highlander was involved in a side‑impact (T‑bone) collision on the front & rear passenger side. I was seated in the front passenger seat. The impact was hard enough that my insurance company declared the vehicle a total loss","quote_2_odi":"11566503","quote_2_text":"I had an accident on 1/14/24 and the airbags did not deploy. When we bought the vehicle from I-5 Toyota it had been in a previous accident and was repaired","quote_3_odi":"11218554","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS HIT BY THE LEFT SIDE AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT RESPOND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-braking-power-low","label":"Braking Power Low warning with no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11437511","quote_1_text":"Left work on 10/4 to go to the bank, grab lunch, and the carwash. Went to the bank and grabbed lunch. Went to Mikes carwash to vaccuum out and wash my car. After vacuuming the car I went to start it and got nothing","quote_2_odi":"11563939","quote_2_text":"I had my battery replaced about 3 days ago at the Toyota dealership . Yesterday, I was stopped at a red light and when I attempted to drive, the vehicle stalled. “Braking power low” message on the dashboard and the car would not restart","quote_3_odi":"11391029","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED THE HIGHLANDER AUGUST 2017. SEPTEMBER 2017 (8 WEEKS LATER) WE RETURNED HOME FROM AN 35 MILE TRIP AND PARKED. I HAD TO GO BACK OUT ABOUT 30 MINUTES LATER. WHEN I TRIED TO START THE VEHICLE I COULD NOT GET THE VEHICLE TO START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-engine-oil-coolant-leak","label":"Timing chain cover and water pump leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700516","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that upon taking the vehicle to an independent mechanic for service, the contact was informed that the engine was leaking due to a timing chain failure","quote_2_odi":"11579644","quote_2_text":"Water pump has failed at approx 80,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11494126","quote_3_text":"This is the second major failure I have experienced with my 2017 Toyota Highlander. I have already filed a complaint about the transmission failure earlier this year. On November 14, 2022, I noticed a knocking sound coming from the engine","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11577200","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving 50 MPH, the vehicle started jerking, the RPM decreased, and the vehicle started losing motive power","quote_2_odi":"11421532","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalled while attempting to cross a 4 lane divided road (on or about 9/3/20). Engine sputtered and completely loss power. Vehicle was pushed out of busy traffic by a Sherriff's Officer to a side road","quote_3_odi":"11361980","quote_3_text":"INTERMITTEN FUEL PUMP PROBLEM, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT APPEARS SUV STALLS AND WILL NOT START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-sunroof-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11721990","quote_1_text":"My husband and I were driving down the highway when the front part of our sun roof shattered","quote_2_odi":"11399445","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD GOING ABOUT 60 MPH, MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME. NOTHING HIT ME. JUST A LOAD EXPLOSION","quote_3_odi":"11246071","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF IN OUR 2017 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER HYBRID JUST EXPLODED. IT WAS 80 DEGREES OUTSIDE. WE WERE DRIVING ON A PAVED, 2 LANE HIGHWAY. NO ONE ELSE WAS ON THE ROAD. THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSIVE SOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2017-transmission-failure","label":"UA80 transmission failure and whining noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":262,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736373","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Toyota Highlander experienced a complete transmission failure under normal driving conditions. The vehicle began showing symptoms including delayed shifting, hesitation when accelerating, and eventual loss of proper drivability","quote_2_odi":"11719603","quote_2_text":"Transmission failed in May 2025, around 95,000 miles. Had to have entire transmission replaced. Shop said metal filings were found in the fluids, leading to the breakdown and need for full replacement","quote_3_odi":"11552914","quote_3_text":"About two weeks prior to the transmission failing, I started hearing a high-pitched whining coming from the transmission, difficulty shifting, and lurching forward when engaging the gear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":259,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538303","quote_1_text":"Was hit in the side in passenger door, which pushed my car off the road and hit a tree head on going approximately 40 mph. NO Airbags deployed anywhere in the car","quote_2_odi":"11307214","quote_2_text":"WE WERE INVOLVED IN A MOTOR VEHICLE ACCIDENT ON 01/25/2020 WHERE WE EXPERIENCED A FRONT IMPACT COLLISION, AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11486629","quote_3_text":"I was traveling down the road, when a car hit my car in the back passenger door. My car was pushed onto the curb and it hit a tree. My car was totaled and it was a hit and run. The air bags didn't go off and my dad and I were hurt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2018-brake-booster-vacuum-pump","label":"Brake booster vacuum pump failure, Braking Power Low","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":259,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11636909","quote_1_text":"Car will not start due to message that says \"Braking Power Low. Stop in a Safe Place\" There have been recalls on 2018 Highlanders for the brake vacuum pump but it is not listed for my particular vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11530550","quote_2_text":"While traveling down the Rocky Mountains, we experienced a gradual loss of braking. It took extreme pressure on the brake pedal to slow the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11461662","quote_3_text":"MY 2018 Toyota Highlander XLE had a break malfunction April 15, 2022. The Brake light illuminated, \"low brake power\" flashed briefly and the pedal became stiff and unable to press for braking","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2018-fuel-pump-recall-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump stall under recall 20V012000","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":259,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11326480","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 5, 2020 I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT IN THE LEFT TURN LANE, AFTER JUST HAVING A 20K MAINTENANCE PERFORMED ON MY 2018 HIGHLANDER XLE. AFTER THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, I ACCELERATED AND AS I WAS ENTERING THE INTERSECTION, THE VEHICLE ABRUPTLY STALLED","quote_2_odi":"11681644","quote_2_text":"I just found out that there was an initial recall #20V012000 and an expanded recall #20V682000 on my 2018 Toyota Highlander that I was unaware of regarding the low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank could fail risking engine stalling and potential crash","quote_3_odi":"11598435","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is stalling when driving and other Toyota Highlanders of same model and year were/are having the same issue and have been recalled for the fuel pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":259,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715940","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving at 58 MPH, there was an abnormal popping sound coming from the sunroof, and it was discovered that the sunroof glass had shattered","quote_2_odi":"11396348","quote_2_text":"OUR SUNROOF GLASS \"EXPLODED\" SUDDENLY WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT ON A SMOOTH ROAD - NO ROCKS OR DEBRIS AROUND AND NORMAL COOL WINTER DAY ~25F. DRIVING 70MPH ON MAINE I295 AT NOONTIME","quote_3_odi":"11341257","quote_3_text":"AS MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING WITH THE SUNROOF CLOSED (THE GLASS AND MATERIAL PART). HE HEARD A LOUD EXPLOSION. IT WAS THE SUNROOF IMPLODING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2018-ua80-transmission-failure","label":"UA80 8-speed transmission whine and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":56,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":259,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737178","quote_1_text":"UA80F Transmission failure at 100k miles for the 2018 Toyota highlander SE. No warning lights, engine noise (high pitched whine while driving). Took to the dealer and was told the transmission needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11740566","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure (whining noise similar to the well-documented issue with UA80F 8-speed transmissions)","quote_3_odi":"11730276","quote_3_text":"The UA80 8-speed automatic transmission failed catastrophically without any prior warning symptoms while driving on the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2019-electrical-power-loss","label":"Electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-06 (from 200 most-recent of 466 complaints)","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11747050","quote_1_text":"Since October 2025 I have had intermittent issues where the car battery suddenly loses power when driving. I have had to pull over on highway medians and shoulders. A few seconds before it loses power, multiple dash alerts go off: pre-collision malfunction, hybrid system…","quote_2_odi":"11723947","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 MPH, the vehicle stalled; the contact shifted the vehicle into park(P) and restarted the vehicle for the vehicle to return to normal operation…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2019-fuel-system-stalling","label":"Fuel system faults with engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-05 (from 200 most-recent of 466 complaints)","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11738304","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has experienced sudden stalling while driving and an intermittent Check Engine Light with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P107B — Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor “B” Circuit Range/Performance. This is the exact condition covered by Toyota Technical Service Bulletins…","quote_2_odi":"11741155","quote_2_text":"I am filing this safety complaint regarding a known defect in my 2019 Toyota Highlander Hybrid related to the high-pressure fuel system. My vehicle triggered a Check Engine Light with Diagnostic Trouble Code P107B - Fuel Rail Pressure Sensor ‘B’ Circuit Range/Performance…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2019-rear-ac-line-corrosion","label":"Rear A/C line corrosion and refrigerant leak","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (from 200 most-recent of 466 complaints)","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11743516","quote_1_text":"The rear air conditioning refrigerant lines on a 2019 Toyota Highlander SE failed due to excessive rust/corrosion, causing the A/C system to leak refrigerant and stop holding a charge. The failure affected the rear A/C lines that run to the rear of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11681162","quote_2_text":"The AC stopped working on our 2019 Highlander. The vehicle has very little corrosion underneath or in the engine bay, yet the rear AC lines have corroded at a location where two different types of metal contact each other…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2019-startup-speaker-feedback","label":"Speaker feedback noise at vehicle startup","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03 (from 200 most-recent of 466 complaints)","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11698765","quote_1_text":"Loud ear-piercing noise when vehicle is started. Noise lasts about five seconds.","quote_2_odi":"11663520","quote_2_text":"When I start the Highlander, there is a loud (hurts your ears) feedback noise through the speakers, and the red and green lights near the SOS button flash multiple times. This happens intermittently, and when it doesn't happen the SOS button only flashes red/green once…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2019-ua80-transmission-failure","label":"UA80 8-speed transmission whine and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":154,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-07 (from 200 most-recent of 466 complaints)","source_complaint_count":466,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11749409","quote_1_text":"Hundreds of thousands of 2017–2022 gas-powered Toyota Highlanders (equipped with UA80E/UA80F 8-speed transmissions) are experiencing high-pitched whining noises, hard or erratic shifting, and sudden hesitation. This is caused by a factory defect…","quote_2_odi":"11715481","quote_2_text":"On Sunday, February 1st 2026 during sub-freezing temperatures The vehicle's 8-speed automatic transmission (UA80) experienced a complete mechanical failure while driving. This resulted in a sudden and total loss of vehicle propulsion, requiring the car to be towed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-brake-surge-low-speed","label":"Momentary brake loss and surge at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11552375","quote_1_text":"On more than 50 occasions while coming to a stop or slowing down I have experienced a surge forward while applying the brakes. It has happened at stop signs, stop lights, going downhill. I cannot duplicate on demand. Several times it has surged me past a stop sign/stop light…","quote_2_odi":"11640492","quote_2_text":"Sensation of loss of braking, especially at low/crawling speeds, when braking on a downhill, or when braking on bumpy road surfaces. Dealer described it as \"INCONSISTENT APPLICATION OF BRAKES WITH CONSISTENT PRESSURE ON PEDAL ON LOW SPEEDS\"…","quote_3_odi":"11609073","quote_3_text":"During the first 20K miles of driving our 2020 Highlander Hybrid; we noticed that while braking; the car would sometimes lung forward as though we had accelerated quickly. It startles you and it causes you to \"hit the brakes\" quickly. It doesn't happen all the time…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-bumper-cover-detachment","label":"Front lower bumper cover detachment (recall 23V720)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11626253","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving at approximately 65 MPH, the front lower bumper cover detached from the vehicle, causing debris to scatter onto the highway, while the damaged bumper cover was dragged underneath the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11601487","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving 60-65 MPH and changing lanes, the front lower bumper cover suddenly separated from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-liftgate-close-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure to close","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11704823","quote_1_text":"Lift gate does not close and it just beeps. Needs to be closed manually. Toyota has known this issue for a long time but failed to address. Repairs are costly and reduces my cars value","quote_2_odi":"11704988","quote_2_text":"The rear hatch door will not close or open and just sit there.And dings, you have to manually close it and open it most times and it never fully sucks up and latches fully and it doesnt notify you on the hood display of the car , so when we were driving down the road, we heard…","quote_3_odi":"11665219","quote_3_text":"1- Most of the time my rear hatch will not close unless you use the inside button - cost 1,198.10 to repair…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-ocs-airbag-recall-delay","label":"OCS airbag sensor recall remedy delays (23V865)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11645727","quote_1_text":"There was a safety recall for this airbag issue, and Toyota estimated the remedy can be available in Quarter 3, 2024, however, till date nothing was completed. Toyota failed to resolve this matter in a timely manner. Every time I ask the dealer, they say no remedy yet…","quote_2_odi":"11697766","quote_2_text":"I received a safety recall notice from Toyota (Recall No. 23TA15 / 23TB15) for the front passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensors. The letter states that the airbag system may not deploy correctly and that the remedy is not yet…","quote_3_odi":"11663190","quote_3_text":"No remedy for a recall that is 524 days old.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-rear-ac-line-leak","label":"Rear air conditioning line refrigerant leaks","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11594796","quote_1_text":"Rear AC lines are defective and are failing on vehicles releasing gas under the vehicle. Dealer has confirmed this is a known design issue caused by dissimilar metals between the vehicle, bracket and rear AC lines. Toyota has stopped supply of the defective part…","quote_2_odi":"11605571","quote_2_text":"This is in reference to a 2020 Toyota Highlander. The Air Conditioner is not functional. Upon inspection by a mechanic, and $300 of freon wasted, it was determined that the lines that carry the AC to the rear of the vehicle are defective. Freon immediately drains…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11708693","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, our sunroof spontaneously exploded. We heard what sounded like a gunshot and found a giant hole in our sunroof glass.","quote_2_odi":"11709295","quote_2_text":"The sunroof suddenly exploded while stopped at a stoplight. Luckily I had the interior slide shut otherwise we would have been covered in glass.","quote_3_odi":"11634038","quote_3_text":"While driving on a highway, with little traffic around, our sunroof exploded, sending shards of glass down. It produced a sound of a gunshot and quite possibly could have resulted in such a distraction to cause a wreck…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2020-transmission-whine-failure","label":"Transmission whine and failure (UA80 8-speed)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":112,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":284,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11739243","quote_1_text":"The vehicle recently began making a whining noise when the gas pedal is pressed that is consistent with premature failure of the transmission. I took it to my local dealership and they recommended replacing the transmission and limiting usage of the vehicle to short trips…","quote_2_odi":"11735905","quote_2_text":"Vehicle jerked and then a metal grinding sound. Vehicle would then not even roll in neutral on an incline. Had to be towed to dealer. Transmission has a crack in the case. Need a whole new transmission. I was left on the road. No warning whatsoever.","quote_3_odi":"11707237","quote_3_text":"Shortly after the powertrain warranty expired, the automatic transmission in my 2020 Toyota Highlander began producing a loud whining/howling noise during normal driving. The noise appears to come from the transmission area and increases with vehicle speed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-airbag-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Passenger airbag recall remedy delay and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11702314","quote_1_text":"Recall remedy is not a available in timely manner. Recall # 23ta15","quote_2_odi":"11694782","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_3_odi":"11682142","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part for the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted; however, the contact was informed that the parts were not yet…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-front-bumper-detachment","label":"Front bumper detachment (recall 23V720000)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11670880","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at 65 MPH, the front bumper became detached. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact pulled over and zip-tied the bumper to the frame of the vehicle. The vehicle was not…","quote_2_odi":"11674293","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V720000(Structure); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. An unknown local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure with engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11721649","quote_1_text":"While driving westbound on I-8 at approximately 70 MPH in the left lane, a warning message suddenly appeared on my dashboard stating that a malfunction in the hybrid system had been detected. Immediately after the alert, the vehicle lost power and stopped accelerating. I was…","quote_2_odi":"11731434","quote_2_text":"This appears to be a fuel pump or something with the fuel issue on a 2021 Toyota Highlander L series. While driving it would stop and switch off at stop lights and stop sign. The codes that come up have to do with fuel being lean. However this also affects the braking system…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure to open or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11730318","quote_1_text":"Rear lift gate doesn't fully open or close sometimes. I have to manually assist in opening or closing after trying the key fob, inside push button and rear switch above the license plate. I have attempted to reset the height adjustment thinking it would fix it, with no success.…","quote_2_odi":"11715008","quote_2_text":"Trunk has stopped working. It loudly beeps and will not open on its own. Trunk has to be manually opened and shut with great force to be used.","quote_3_odi":"11701505","quote_3_text":"Rear liftgate motors no longer functioning.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-rear-ac-line-leak","label":"Rear A/C refrigerant line corrosion and leaks","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11673121","quote_1_text":"Air conditioning lines eroded and needed to be repaired after 26,000 miles/ 3 or 4 years. A/C line repair cost was $2500. Vehicle is garage kept and cleaned regularly during winter, it should not be having rusting problems, especially in this good of condition.","quote_2_odi":"11665077","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Toyota Highlander, purchased with 16k miles, has a leak in the AC system in the rear of the vehicle (as of May 2025, at 3 years 10 months into the vehicle's service, with 28k miles). This pipe runs the length of the car and costs $2000-$3000 to repair. This was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-regen-brake-lurch","label":"Brake lurch during regenerative braking transition","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11709958","quote_1_text":"Under braking conditions, typically at higher speeds or while going downhill, vehicle will lurch or accelerate momentarily before braking again. This has caught 3 drivers in our family off-guard as it is intermittent and sudden. This is unpredictable and causes the braking…","quote_2_odi":"11694237","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Toyota Highlander Hybrid has a braking issue identified in Toyota Service Bulletin T-SB-0059-23, Hybrid Regenerative Brake Transition Feeling Improvement. When going downhill and applying the brake, the vehicle lurches forward temporarily as the braking system…","quote_3_odi":"11681929","quote_3_text":"As your braking coming to a stop, the vehicle surges forward, feels like you lost your brakes and then it stops. If the car in front of you were to stop suddenly, you would hit them from behind. It…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-roof-rail-water-leak","label":"Roof rail seal water leaks into pillars","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11701289","quote_1_text":"Failed seals on roof rack that allowed water to enter the A pillars. Unknown potential damage to air bag system, and electrical wiring. Smaller leaks can go undetected and damage components over time without owners knowledge. Dealer confirmed water intrusion, Toyota refused to…","quote_2_odi":"11689569","quote_2_text":"During rain, the A-pillar and headliner show evidence of a leak. Open source research found this is likely due to faulty or poor quality components used in the roof rail system. My vehicle is completely stock with no additions or installations on the roof, just the factory rails.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2021-transmission-whine","label":"Transmission whine and failure (UA80F 8-speed)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":134,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":444,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11739665","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Toyota Highlander makes a whining sound when driving. Took vehicle to dealership and was told it is a $10,000 repair and repair is critical.","quote_2_odi":"11737945","quote_2_text":"60k miles on the car and the transmission needs to be replaced out of pocket due to a gear pinon wearing down. This is a 10k dollar repair and just happens to be after the warranty has expired.","quote_3_odi":"11717532","quote_3_text":"Known transmission failure.whining noise when accelerating. T-SB-0008-21","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-adas-startup-malfunction","label":"SRS, ADAS, and headlight malfunction warnings at startup","component_code":"AIR BAGS, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735084","quote_1_text":"PKSB malfunction, LTA system malfunction, SRS system malfunction, Per-Collision system malfunction, Headlight system malfunction and Front camera unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11713575","quote_2_text":"Parked in sun and the SRS system malfunctioned, after power reset the system reset ok,","quote_3_odi":"11701318","quote_3_text":"Vehicle is parked in the sun for over 30 minutes and when the start button is pushed the Air Bag System Malfunction light is on. After restarting the light goes away","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags fail to deploy in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753127","quote_1_text":"Was in collision - front impact- vehicle was a total loss, airbags did not deploy for driver or passenger side","quote_2_odi":"11563583","quote_2_text":"Was in a frontal collision air bags failed to deploy and forward collision system did not work. Received error messages from both systems that they failed","quote_3_odi":"11611843","quote_3_text":"My father in law drove my highlander car and got into an accident on 8/27/2024. Front of the car was damaged but did not deploy the airbags","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-brake-surge-forward","label":"Brake pedal surge or lurch forward while stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718753","quote_1_text":"Component or system that malfunctioned: The braking system on my 2022 Toyota Highlander Hybrid, specifically the transition between regenerative braking and hydraulic friction braking, appears to malfunction intermittently","quote_2_odi":"11602454","quote_2_text":"Loss of brake sensation when slowing down through 20-25mph. Brake pedal takes a sudden plunge and car surges forward, forcing the driver to suddenly have to push hard on the brakes in order to stop","quote_3_odi":"11522174","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions the breaks appear to momentarily slip, resulting in the car lunging forward. This tends to happen when slowly decelerating, especially when going down hill","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-front-bumper-detachment","label":"Front lower bumper cover detachment (Recall 23V720000)","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748970","quote_1_text":"While traveling on interstate highways from [XXX] to [XXX], the front lower bumper cover on my 2022 Toyota Highlander Limited (VIN [XXX]) partially detached during normal driving at approximately 81,859 miles","quote_2_odi":"11604025","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V720000 (Structure). The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the front bumper cover detached from the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11499811","quote_3_text":"My mother was killed on 5/27/22 by her brand new 2022 Highlander Platnum with about 2000 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Rear liftgate power strut failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729993","quote_1_text":"The struts for the tailgate appear to be a problem for these cars. Mine are failing intermittently and so if the technicians don’t witness it, they refuse to cover it under warranty","quote_2_odi":"11715269","quote_2_text":"Failure of the rear hatch power struts. Door not opening or closing properly","quote_3_odi":"11708092","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Issue Description (Rear Liftgate): The rear power liftgate intermittently fails to operate and presents a safety concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-seat-recliner-recall","label":"Second-row seat recliner recall repair unavailable","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757420","quote_1_text":"Seat Back Recliner Assembly May Not Securely Lock Toyota opened this recall on March 5th. They have not provided a remedy within a timely manner and my car is not usable","quote_2_odi":"11749042","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Highlander. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V128000 (Seats); however, the part to complete the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11744521","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH with a child seated in the rear passenger’s side seat with the seat back adjusted, while going around a roundabout, the vehicle was cut off by another vehicle, and the contact depressed the brake pedal aggressively to stop the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2022-transmission-whine-failure","label":"Transmission whine and failure (UA80 8-speed)","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744456","quote_1_text":"System Failed -Transmission makes a high pitch whine, which Toyota has identified as a product manufacturing issue with the 2017-2022 V6 Highlander, but has not done anything to rectify the issue for those of us out of warranty","quote_2_odi":"11731743","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a premature transmission failure on a 2022 Toyota Highlander LE at approximately 85,000 miles. The vehicle began exhibiting a whining noise","quote_3_odi":"11700460","quote_3_text":"Four days ago, engine started making a whining noise when accelerating, especially in lower gears. No warning signs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-driveconnect-popup-distraction","label":"Drive Connect subscription pop-up blocking display","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-09-25 → 2026-03-06","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11570115","quote_1_text":"Toyota has a software program called Drive Connect.  This is built into their 2023 and 2024 vehicles.  This program has a navigation system and some other features that Toyota offers for about $200 per year. Toyota gives you 12 months free when you buy a new car.  When that year…","quote_2_odi":"11627662","quote_2_text":"THE MULTIMEDIA CENTER KEEPS POPING UP \"EXPERIENCE DRIVE CONNECT\". This covers up the map and to try and remove the ad you have to take your eyes off the road push multiple buttons on the screen to return to the map. This is dangerous at any speed","quote_3_odi":"11722574","quote_3_text":"I was driving along and all of a sudden a new screen appeared with a keyboard requesting that I sign in with my email address. To clear the screen, I had to hit the small \"X\" in the upper right hand corner of the screen. That cleared and then a new screen appeared in blue saying…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-drivetrain-transmission-whine","label":"Transmission whine and failure at low mileage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2026-05-14 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755981","quote_1_text":"Last week we noticed that when pushing on the gas pedel to accelerate that the car started making a terrible whinning noise that did not go away. i scheduled a service call with dealership i purchased it from and where i take it for all of its scheduled service and they…","quote_2_odi":"11741497","quote_2_text":"My 2023 Toyota Highlander was experiencing a high pitch whiny noise when accelerating. I looked up on line and saw that this could be a failing transmission issue. I took it into the Toyota Dealership ,   6321 West Canal Drive, Kennewick, WA 99336. They confirmed my…","quote_3_odi":"11753668","quote_3_text":"The transmission developed hesitations at take off, a whine at low speeds and over time got louder. Diagnosis by the dealer confirmed yet another bad eight speed transmission failure. This vehicle has 41K miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-engine-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation and surging on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2023-07-12 → 2024-09-12","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544680","quote_1_text":"The vehicle hesitates and stutters upon light to moderate acceleration. This can happen either from a dead stop or while moving in traffic. The concern was present when vehicle was purchased new in Feb 2023","quote_2_odi":"11535162","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has extremely poor acceleration from a stop.  It is very dangerous when pulling out into traffic as acceleration falls flat for a second or two until it eventually responds and accelerates","quote_3_odi":"11542582","quote_3_text":"My new Highlander has had issues that I can describe as \"power surging\" when accelerating from a stop. The car frequently does not respond to accelerator being pushed down for a second or two and then surges from a stop to accelerating with very inconsistent results","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-front-bumper-detachment","label":"Front lower bumper cover detachment — recall 23V720","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-11-28 → 2024-09-03","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11575538","quote_1_text":"The plastic bumper cover on the front of the vehicle came detached as I was driving 60mph in a construction zone. It got sucked underneath the front of the vehicle and was grinding against the front tires","quote_2_odi":"11688964","quote_2_text":"the front bumper assembly has come off our 2023 highlander twice since purchase 2 years ago, the first time the entire bumper was pulled off while on the freeway(terrified my wife) and we had to pull it off and put it in the back on the highlander and bring it to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11603161","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Highlander. The contact stated while driving 62 MPH, the front bumper detached from the vehicle. Additionally, the wheel guard had also detached. There were no warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-hybrid-regen-brake-transition","label":"Hybrid regenerative-to-hydraulic brake transition loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-07-18 → 2026-08-05","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754929","quote_1_text":"Have momentarily experienced the loss of braking frequently during braking when going downhill.  This results in the vehicle gaining speed during this 1 or 2 second period before braking returns.  In one case it allowed our car to get dangerously close to the vehicle ahead of us","quote_2_odi":"11604808","quote_2_text":"Brakes momentarily lost during certain conditions.  If going down a hill and applying brake, suddenly loses pressure and vehicle surges forward.  Taking a right hand turn, slowing, brake suddenly loses pressure and lunges forward causing vehicle to go into wrong lane","quote_3_odi":"11674853","quote_3_text":"I put my foot on the brake and nothing happened. I had my foot all the way down on the brake pedal because I saw a car coming and they were traveling at about 40mph. No automatic braking nothing worked. I had no control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-instrument-panel-blank-recall-25v595","label":"Instrument panel blank display — recall 25V595","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09-17 → 2026-05-01","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11718394","quote_1_text":"My Toyota Highlander 12.3 inch display of the instrument panel may be blank at startup. Operating the vehicle with this display blank reduces the ability to see certain malfunction indicators.  This Safety Recall that has been active since September 11, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11712958","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the instrument panel failed to display critical safety information as intended. No warning light was illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable…","quote_3_odi":"11687848","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the digital instrument panel went blank and showed a white screen. The contact was unable to see critical safety information and warning lights during the failure. The contact stated that the screen was white for over twenty…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure to open or close","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TAILGATE:LATCH, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03-07 → 2026-03-09","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11697980","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the liftgate had failed to open or to close intermittently. The contact stated that the liftgate made an abnormal grinding sound while opening and would open 3-inch at a time while the contact continuously pressed the power liftgate button manually","quote_2_odi":"11723171","quote_2_text":"Some times when I request the rear hatch to open is does nothing but most of the time when I depress the close button, it moves less than an inch and then beeps. I have had to depress the button up to 6 times before the hatch closes","quote_3_odi":"11718191","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's tailgate motor has started to malfunction and is failing prematurely. When opening the tailgate it makes a loud squealing noise. When attempting to close utilizing all automatic features it will stop and beep twice. After multiple attempts the tailgate remains open","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2023-second-row-seat-recall-26v128","label":"Second-row seat back latch recall 26V128 — remedy delay","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2026-03-31 → 2026-08-07","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749759","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has been officially grounded since XXX due to a severe safety recall that renders it unsafe to drive. A permanent remedy or repair part is currently unavailable from the manufacturer, forcing me to drive a loaner vehicle for over two months now","quote_2_odi":"11735183","quote_2_text":"Received a safety recall stating \"Seat Back Reclinging Assembly May Not Securely Lock\". Based on this information, it goes on to state that \"a seat back that has not been secured in a locked position may fail to properly restrain occupants, increasing the risk of…","quote_3_odi":"11744416","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Toyota Highlander was grounded by the dealership on 4/30/26 due to safety recall 26TB06 (NHTSA Campaign 26V128) regarding a defective 2nd row seat back latch.  The vehicle has been sitting un-remedied on the dealer lot for over 47 consecutive days","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-brake-lurch","label":"Regenerative-to-hydraulic brake transition lurch","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11733520","quote_1_text":"BRAKING SYSTEM WHEN APPLYING BRAKES, ESPECIALLY WHEN APPLYING DOWNHILL, TEMPORARILY RELEASES AND ACTS AS THOUGH BRAKES ARE NOT APPLIED ANY LONGER FOR A BRIEF PERIOD OF A FEW SECONDS THEN REAPPLIES","quote_2_odi":"11686533","quote_2_text":"Ours has pulsing brakes and brakes feeling \"off\" at low speeds, potentially due to the interaction of regenerative and conventional braking. The brake pedal will also suddenly jolt the car forward when switching between braking systems","quote_3_odi":"11660278","quote_3_text":"Brakes do not engage sometimes until brake is almost to floor. This has happened to the 3 people who have driven it and almost caused an accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-electrical-display-warnings","label":"Electrical system warning light and display malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11723811","quote_1_text":"My 12.3” display screen goes really dark and I have to restart vehicle to reset","quote_2_odi":"11706841","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds, the instrument cluster was blinking","quote_3_odi":"11695503","quote_3_text":"On or about Oct, 3rd, 2025 , my vehicle experienced the 'Check Engine' light and all the warning lights lit up, the hybrid system failed to engage, the vehicle would say","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-fuel-odor","label":"Fuel odor from fuel/propulsion system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11732318","quote_1_text":"Vehicle smells like fuel after engine toggles on and off between the hybrid system","quote_2_odi":"11654245","quote_2_text":"Strong smell of fuel after a hot day. This is a new vehicle purchased new on 2024","quote_3_odi":"11607256","quote_3_text":"The contact stated there was an abnormal fuel odor inside the vehicle's cabin coming from the rear of the vehicle near the fuel tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-seat-latch-failure","label":"Seat, seatbelt, and liftgate latch failures","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11745432","quote_1_text":"The third row seat belts in the 2024 Highlander are very difficult to latch. I had to bring my Highlander to the dealership twice over the seatbelt buckles in the third row","quote_2_odi":"11726926","quote_2_text":"Second row seats not latching when moved forward. Sliced up multiple finger when trying determine what was causing it not to latch","quote_3_odi":"11586602","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while placing groceries in the trunk, the lift gate violently fell on her head","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11580327","quote_1_text":"Driving the interstate at 75 mph, my sunroof spontaneously shattered covering us with shards of glass","quote_2_odi":"11602741","quote_2_text":"Fortunately I had my shade cover closed or all that glass would have potentially fallen on me while driving on the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Highlander","model_slug":"highlander","cluster_id":"highlander-2024-ua80-transmission-shock","label":"UA80 transmission shift shock and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11736517","quote_1_text":"The vehicle started stalling out randomly on the highway even with it being automatic, after getting home and parking it , it would not back up or drive","quote_2_odi":"11720553","quote_2_text":"During cold-start conditions (outside temperatures below 30°F), the vehicle consistently experiences a violent jerk/shock and an audible clicking noise during the first 2nd-to-3rd gear transition","quote_3_odi":"11618473","quote_3_text":"Approximately 15 miles out, as I was gassing the car on the highway, the speed limit was slowly dropping. After I released the gas, there was a slight jolt and then I was able to safely pull over on the side of the highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/highlander","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-adas-unintended-steering","label":"Driver assist unintended steering intervention","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE, VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-11-18 → 2026-02-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716148","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the driver's assist feature became inoperable, causing the vehicle to unintendedly steer into the left lane. The contact stated that while driving approximately 70 MPH…","quote_2_odi":"11626062","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking is activated when no objects are in front of the car potentially resulting in being rear ended.  The feature is so oversensitive that it is safer to deactivate it.  Car taken to a local dealership and the concern was replicated with a dealership…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-brake-squeal-reverse","label":"Brake squeal during reverse operation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-09-25 → 2026-04-26","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644656","quote_1_text":"Brakes squeal in reverse.  Loudly.  Problem started after 3 months of ownership; purchased vehicle new.  Toyota corporate and dealer notified.  Dealer has had vehicle 3 times in the shop for the issue. Response was \"No fix available.\"  There is a TSB on this very issue for the…","quote_2_odi":"11627305","quote_2_text":"Loud squealing brakes when in reverse. Dealer confirmed the sound, performed an independent test drive to replicate the sound, but returned the vehicle with no solution. A few days into driving the vehicle and the sound is louder, but the dealership claims Toyota doesn't have a…","quote_3_odi":"11616506","quote_3_text":"Light application of  brakes causes a squeal when backing down driveway 1st drive of the day.  Does not occur when vehicle has warmed up.  1600 miles on vehicle.  Reported to dealer who could not replicate at first oil change at 1000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-fuel-line-clip-disconnect","label":"Fuel line clip disconnection and fuel leakage","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-23 → 2026-07-13","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11712916","quote_1_text":"Driving on the highway, I slowed down from 65mph to 45-50mph due to standing water ahead of me, immediately after hitting water, the engine stumbled. Soon after the engine stopped running. In hybrid mode only, was not able to maintain speed. I noticed the smell of fuel in the…","quote_2_odi":"11750164","quote_2_text":"The fuel line clip of the Land Cruiser got disconnected and started leaking gasoline while the engine was running. I had the car towed to Hammer Toyota and they had us pay for the hose to be reconnected. I’ve searched online and seen people have similar incidents, where the clip…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-hvac-temperature-control","label":"HVAC temperature control and blend door malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-10 → 2025-09-15","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11687418","quote_1_text":"Temperature control module, AC amplifier and/or blend door actuator not functioning properly. air flow manual controls non responsive at certain temperature settings. Blend door actuator improperly overriding manual controls and cutting airflow significantly","quote_2_odi":"11641833","quote_2_text":"AC does not work in cold weather. Only blows 140 degrees when set to 60 or higher but blows 40 degrees on low. No in between. Took to dealer and they replicated the issue and agreed it needs to be fixed asap but can’t find anything wrong","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-spontaneous-glass-breakage","label":"Spontaneous glass breakage without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02-21 → 2025-06-21","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11644052","quote_1_text":"My car was parked outside my house on 2/18/25 while I slept between work shifts. There had been no prior impact or damage to any of the glass, the vehicle has never been in an accident, and the glass is what was installed by the manufacturer. I am the only owner, it was…","quote_2_odi":"11668378","quote_2_text":"While driving on highway in New Jersey we heard something that sounded like a gunshot.   We pulled back the sun shade for the sunroof and discovered sun roof had exploded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-suspension-sag-sway","label":"Suspension sag and vehicle lean","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10-01 → 2026-07-28","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11690872","quote_1_text":"Distance between the road and the underside of the wheel arches in the rear differs by 1.25 inches.  Rear sagging to the left. Left rear spring weaker than right rear.  Accentuated body lean when taking a right hand turn.  Same load over each wheel causes more compression on the…","quote_2_odi":"11753254","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Hybrid. The contact stated that while driving 80 MPH, the vehicle started leaning to the left and the right. The vehicle then overcorrected and abruptly swerved to the left and right again. The contact was concerned about the failure…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"landcruiser-2024-transmission-hard-downshift","label":"Transmission hard downshift and gear engagement issues","component_code":"POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09-13 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624483","quote_1_text":"My brand new Land Cruiser has random extremely hard downshifts when coming to a stop. It is so jolting that it lunges the car forward and could potentially cause me to rear end someone. It doesn’t happen every time I come to a stop but it does seem that coming to a quick stop…","quote_2_odi":"11614511","quote_2_text":"Transmission failure at 2,600 mi under low speed. The vehicle lost momentum and revved before catching gear causing an intense jerk feeling like it had been rear-ended. Immediately following the jolt multiple errors were displayed across the dash including Drive-Start Control…","quote_3_odi":"11696389","quote_3_text":"Was told the electric pump housed within the transmission failed and is not sold separately so I need a whole new transmission. No ETA on when that may actually happen. When I shifted from Park into Reverse, Neutral and Drive and then back into Park I get a horrible screeching…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"land-cruiser-2025-brake-squeal-reverse","label":"Brake squeal when shifting into reverse","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709550","quote_1_text":"Everytime I put my car in reserve the brakes screech so long. I have noticed it on other Land Cruisers as well. I am fearful of something happening with the brakes. Safety is obviously a priority and I have not seen anything from Toyota on this","quote_2_odi":"11653013","quote_2_text":"My new Land Cruiser only has 2,000 miles, but the brakes squeal in reverse. It sounds like metal on metal—pretty loud and annoying. Not what I expected from a brand-new vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11640283","quote_3_text":"Brakes are squealing when in reverse. This was a known issue with 2022-2024 Toyota Tundra's. The service bulletin was number T-SB-0043-24 to change out front rotors and brake pads and mounting hardware","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"land-cruiser-2025-powertrain-shift-overheat","label":"Transmission shifting and overheating faults","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742677","quote_1_text":"Intermittent delayed upshifts with slipping sensation, most noticeable between 1st and 2nd gear under light throttle. Occurs approximately 3–4 times per week. Condition has been present since approximately 5,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11729287","quote_2_text":"Truck has 11000 miles. Waiting in drive thru, felt a jolt, like someone rear ended me. 3 warnings came on “system malfunction, Hybrid system malfunction , and drive/start malfunction. Truck was stuck in 2nd gear","quote_3_odi":"11644253","quote_3_text":"The Land Cruiser suddenly became sluggish and stopped itself with no input to the accelerator or brakes upon pulling into a parking spot. A center differential lock indicator with a flashing red lock was on the dashboard","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Land Cruiser","model_slug":"land-cruiser","cluster_id":"land-cruiser-2025-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shatter","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756500","quote_1_text":"I was driving down the road without other vehicles nearby. There was no overpass nearby. I heard a deep, loud noise like a shotgun overhead","quote_2_odi":"11715847","quote_2_text":"Spontaneous shatter of rear passenger tempered glass. No prior damage to window","quote_3_odi":"11689326","quote_3_text":"As I was driving with my family at normal freeway speeds, a loud explosion rang out from the top of vehicle. The sunroof glass exploded and fell onto us below. There was no other cars near us, and no overpass","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/land-cruiser","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10930241","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10948914","quote_2_text":"AIRBAGS FAILED TO ACTVATE EVEN THOUGH THE FORCE OF HITTING THE SIGN DROVE THE ENGINE BACK TO THE DASHBOARD","quote_3_odi":"11691629","quote_3_text":"None of the air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-brake-actuator-failure","label":"Brake actuator and ABS system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11525145","quote_1_text":"my 2006 prius has 170000 miles, recently has abs brake actuator making sounds everytime when turn off","quote_2_odi":"11115204","quote_2_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS A DEFECTIVE ABS ACTUATOR, A PART PREVIOUSLY UNDER RECALL BY THE MANUFACTURER-TOYOTA","quote_3_odi":"11166741","quote_3_text":"PART OF THE ABS SYSTEM CALLED THE ACCUMULATOR IS DEFECTIVE IN THESE CARS AND CAN RESULT IN SPONTANIOUS BRAKE FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-combination-meter-failure","label":"Combination meter and dashboard display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10743390","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY HUSBAND TO WORK WHEN I NOTICED THE INSTRUMENT PANEL WAS COMPLETELY DARK","quote_2_odi":"10780045","quote_2_text":"THE COMBO METER ON MY CAR WENT DARK THIS MORNING","quote_3_odi":"10852098","quote_3_text":"WITHOUT WARNING THE DASHBOARD STOPPED WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-engine-stall-water-pump","label":"Engine stall and hybrid water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10824431","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED","quote_2_odi":"11317341","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 64 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11426460","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost power and immediately regained power","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-headlight-intermittent-failure","label":"Intermittent headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10906271","quote_1_text":"PASSENGER HEAD LIGHT NOT WORK SOME TIMES AT NIGHT","quote_2_odi":"11278349","quote_2_text":"THE HID HEADLIGHTS ARE BOTH OUT, AFTER BEING ON MAYBE 5 MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"11611394","quote_3_text":"The right or left headlight will rabdomly turn off, and tyrn back there 8s no ryme or readon to it,and while driving at night it is cery dangerous, aparebtly its not just this car, this is a common issue and it needs to be fixed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2006,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2006-steering-control-loss","label":"Loss of steering control while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1439,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11602992","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the steering wheel erroneously steered to the left direction on its own","quote_2_odi":"10863308","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A 2006 TOYOTA PRIUS CAR ACCIDENT ON THE FREEWAY WHEN THE STEERING WHEEL STARTED JERKING (TO THE POINT OF NO CONTROL), THE BRAKES STOPPED WORKING AND THE CAR KEPT ACCELERATING","quote_3_odi":"11287606","quote_3_text":"LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2006/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2007-brake-actuator-abs-failure","label":"Brake actuator/ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":2003,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11623731","quote_1_text":"Failing Brake Actuator Assembly. This is known issue by Toyota and they issued a brief warranty repair program, but have since stopped and refuse to fix the issue or provide assistance","quote_2_odi":"11479963","quote_2_text":"Toyota has admitted that their BRAKE ACTUATOR assembly on their 2007 Prius FAILS and they will fix it for no charge BUT ONLY IF YOU COMPLAIN","quote_3_odi":"11310480","quote_3_text":"I WAS ON MY WAY TO WORK NAVIGATING THROUGH BUSY TRAFFIC WHEN THE ABS SYSTEM FAILED IN MY VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2007-combination-meter-dash-blackout","label":"Combination meter/instrument panel display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":2003,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11547630","quote_1_text":"Combination meter often does not turn on when turning the car on. This means you cannot see a speedometer, any warning lights, fuel tank levels, or mileage","quote_2_odi":"11138827","quote_2_text":"COMBINATION METER DISPLAY FAILURE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE IN WHICH THE INSTRUMENTATION PANEL AND CRUISE CONTROL CEASE TO FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11064997","quote_3_text":"STARTING MAY 2015 WHOLE DASHBOARD IN MY CAR SPORADICALLY GOES BLACK, I CAN'T SEE HOW FAST I WAS GOING OR HOW MUCH GAS I HAVE LEFT OR USE MY BACKUP CAMERA IN MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2007-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling or loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":2003,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11351874","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY IN HOUSTON (INTERSTATE-10) AND MY CAR SUDDENLY STOPPED","quote_2_odi":"11151926","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND FAILED TO OPERATE","quote_3_odi":"11242682","quote_3_text":"WE ARE EXPERIENCING GROSS MALFUNCTIONING WITH THIS PRIUS THAT NOW HAS APPX. 76,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2007-headlight-intermittent-shutoff","label":"Headlights intermittently shutting off while driving","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":2003,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11150097","quote_1_text":"FRONT HEADLIGHT (BOTH) SOMETIMES ALL LIGHTS WILL GO OFF. MOST OF THE TIME IT IS ONE OR THE OTHER BUT I HAVE HAD IT HAPPEN WHERE BOTH COMPLETELY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11209804","quote_2_text":"ONE HEADLIGHT TURNS OFF RANDOMLY. EVERY NOW AND AGAIN TURNING THE LIGHTS OFF AND ON AGAIN WILL FIX THE PROBLEM, BUT WHEN YOU'RE DRIVING 70MPH DOWN A DARK HIGHWAY YOU DON'T WANT TO HAVE TO KEEP YOUR FINGERS CROSSED THAT THE LIGHTS WILL COME BACK ON","quote_3_odi":"11091617","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS ARE INTERMITTENT. SOMETIMES LEFT, SOMETIMES RIGHT, SOMETIMES BOTH WILL TURN OFF. SO FAR, TURNING THE THE SWITCH OFF THEN BACK ON CURES THE PROBLEM, BUT ONLY TEMPORARILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2007,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2007-melted-hatch-latch","label":"Melted rear hatch/trunk latch preventing access","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":2003,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11218562","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TRIM AROUND THE TRUNK LATCH MELTED AND WAS STUCK TO THE VEHICLE, WHICH MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN THE TRUNK","quote_2_odi":"11115076","quote_2_text":"THE BACK LATCH TO THE TRUNK/HATCH IS DEFECTIVE. THE RUBBER EXTERIOR PART HAS MELTED AND IS ALL GOOEY AND STICKY","quote_3_odi":"11267228","quote_3_text":"THE RUBBER COVER TO THE EXTERNAL TRUNK LATCH HAS MELTED TO THE POINT WHERE IT IS EITHER GOOEY TO THE TOUCH IN WARM WEATHER OR FROZEN SOLID AND IMMOVABLE IN COLDER TEMPERATURES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2007/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-abs-brake-actuator-failure","label":"ABS brake actuator/accumulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11725225","quote_1_text":"2008 Toyota Prius gen2 with 139k miles. ABS, Brake, parking brake, and Traction Control lights all illuminated while driving the other day. Potential is losing all electronically assisted braking function in the car","quote_2_odi":"11648237","quote_2_text":"Brake actuator fails. Subject to prior recalls, but they're continuing to be an issue. This vehicle, and thousands of others like it, the electric brake actuator/pump starts running constantly then fails entirely","quote_3_odi":"11446349","quote_3_text":"Abs system began a high pitch tone every time the brake pedal was pressed. Brakes did not function consistently, stopping either jarringly or not at all at a specific pressure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-combination-meter-blank-display","label":"Combination meter/instrument panel blank display","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11458310","quote_1_text":"The instrument cluster goes completely blank (no fuel gauge, no speedometer, no odometer) and the car cannot be shut down","quote_2_odi":"11133470","quote_2_text":"2008 TOYOTA PRIUS COMO METER FAILURE. COMBO METER FAILS IN COLD WEATHER, CREATING A DANGEROUS DRIVING CONDITION","quote_3_odi":"11162320","quote_3_text":"COMBINATION METER FAILURE - WENT TO START CAR AND NO RESPONSE. LOOKED LIKE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT, NOTHING ON DASHBOARD LIT UP, NOTHING WORKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-fuel-gauge-tank-bladder","label":"Fuel gauge misreading from tank bladder deformation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11418292","quote_1_text":"I cannot add gas more than 3 to 4 gallons in the gas tank when it is almost empty","quote_2_odi":"11417573","quote_2_text":"There seems to be a problem with the float in the gas tank. Once car gets down to empty, the fuel tank will only allow you to pump in 5 to 6 gallons of gas into the tank","quote_3_odi":"11243145","quote_3_text":"FUEL CELL (RIGID GAS TANK HAS A BLADDER INSIDE). TOYOTA PUBLISHED TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN IN 2008, CONCERNING THE FAILURE OF GAS TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-headlight-intermittent-failure","label":"Intermittent HID headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11467396","quote_1_text":"Headlights go out randomly. Have to turn them off and back on to resume normal operation","quote_2_odi":"11221231","quote_2_text":"HEADLIGHTS TURN OFF OR FLICKER WHILE DRIVING. IT HAPPENS INTERMITTENTLY. IT IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT AS IT NEARLY CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11151547","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT HEADLIGHT INTERMITTENTLY GOES OUT. SOMETIMES IT TAKES REPEATED ATTEMPTS TURNING OFF AND ON TO GET IT BACK ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-inverter-water-pump-failure","label":"Inverter/coolant water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11737450","quote_1_text":"Water pump failed after replacement in 2013 with 30k miles, car had only 93k miles when failed again in 2016","quote_2_odi":"11403683","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","quote_3_odi":"11343344","quote_3_text":"MY COOLANT INVERTER PUMP HAS BEEN RECALLED, AND REPAIRED BEFORE I BOUGHT THE CAR, AND THE SAME ISSUE IS HAPPENING AGAIN AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR LESS THAN A YEAR AGO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-rear-hatch-latch-failure","label":"Rear hatch/trunk latch failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11337974","quote_1_text":"THE BACK LATCH OF MY 2008 TOYOTA PRIUS HAS DEGRADED AND NO LONGER FUNCTIONS. I AM UNABLE TO OPEN THE BACK HATCH DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11170924","quote_2_text":"THE RUBBER TRUNK SWITCH COVER HAS DEGRADED, AND CONTINUES TO \"MELT\" OR \"DISINTEGRATE\" OVER TIME","quote_3_odi":"11191764","quote_3_text":"THE TRUNK LATCH ON THIS MODEL IS FAULTY AND DANGEROUS. THE MATERIAL USED FOR THE LATCH IS TOO SUSCEPTIBLE TO TEMPERATURE AND EITHER BECOME ROCK HARD IN THE WINTER COLD OR MELTY AND GOOEY IN THE SUMMER HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2008,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2008-shift-lever-slips-to-neutral","label":"Gear shift lever slips into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":1497,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11351685","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL UNEXPECTEDLY, AND WHEN IT DOES, OFTEN YOU CAN'T GET IT OUT OF NEUTRAL WITHOUT TURNING CAR OFF","quote_2_odi":"11129532","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER WOULD NOT STAY ENGAGED IN REVERSE OR DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11129447","quote_3_text":"CAR SHIFT LEVER POPS OUT OF DRIVE POSITION AND REVERSE POSITION INTERMITTENTLY ON STARTUP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2008/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-airbag-deploy-sensor","label":"Airbag non-deployment and passenger seat sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11655240","quote_1_text":"I was hit in the back by an SUV (my speed=40 mph, the SUV's speed=70 mph). As a result of the impact, my prius flew off the road, hit the roadside railings, and then rolled over 4 times landing upside down. However, NONE of the airbags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11551927","quote_2_text":"The airbag sensors for my passenger seat do not work. Regardless of if there is someone sitting in the passenger seat, buckled it, the system indicates that there is no one sitting in the seat and that they are not buckled in","quote_3_odi":"11661544","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V487000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster/accumulator failure with ABS warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":157,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11705550","quote_1_text":"Car keeps throwing a C1391 Abnormal Leak in Accumulator code. The ABS, traction control, and brake lights are all illuminated. Hissing sound from brake pedal. Spongy feel when braking and incredibly soft braking as well, very hazardous to driving and stopping","quote_2_odi":"11742107","quote_2_text":"ABS light came on 6 months ago as well as ((!)) light. As soon as those lights came on, the brakes had an increased stopping distance and it became harder to get the car to come to a complete stop","quote_3_odi":"11760155","quote_3_text":"Safety: ABS, traction, and brake lights turned on suddenly in the middle of rush-hour traffic, followed by a spongey, hard-to-press pedal. Braking distance and efficiency was greatly impacted, and driving to a safe turn-out was extremely dangerous as I feared the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and internal engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11550360","quote_1_text":"Excessive Oil consumption, particularly with highway driving. I have had this car for about a year. I only noticed that the oil was nearly empty when the engine was shaking while idling at an intersection","quote_2_odi":"11632271","quote_2_text":"At around 1000,000 miles my Toyota Prius started burning oil like crazy. The dealer did an oil consumption test and confirmed the problem. I had to have my engine rebuilt because the rings were not seating properly","quote_3_odi":"11630428","quote_3_text":"The Gas Engine had internal destruction Cylinder broke and car became unusable at 158K miles despite being a Hybrid with al Toyota maintenance at Al hendrickson toyota of Coconut Creek, FL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-fuel-canister-leak","label":"Charcoal fuel canister crack and leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11722506","quote_1_text":"For the last 14 years, a check engine light has been coming on telling me that I have a fuel canister emissions leak because the canister is cracked. In 2016 2.87 million Toyota Priuses were recalled with the fuel canister crack issue","quote_2_odi":"11673058","quote_2_text":"My 2010 Toyota Prius has had a charcoal fuel canister leak since day one. 2.9 million Prius cars were recalled and Toyota says my car is NOT included in the recall but has the same issue of the other Toyota Prius that were included?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-hybrid-stall-loss-power","label":"Loss of motive power with Check Hybrid System warning","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11668166","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the message \"Hybrid Malfunction\" was displayed, and the vehicle lost motive power. The contact was able to pull over to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle was able to restart after detaching","quote_2_odi":"11483527","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact stated that the power steering and power brakes failed. The contact stated that the \"check hybrid system\" and \"check battery\" warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11503318","quote_3_text":"I was driving home from work when all the warning light all came on at once. The car suddenly stopped accelerating and the “check hybrid system” was showing on my dash. I was lucky enough to be going down hill so I can make it to a shoulder to get off the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2010-paint-peeling-body","label":"Paint peeling on Blizzard Pearl and Super White body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":2821,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11707554","quote_1_text":"The color of my Prius 2010 starts with 070, blizzard white pearl. The body started peeling. I have visited Toyota dealer on 12/29/25 with this issue and got to know that this issue is well known but the service campaign was finished around June, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11519418","quote_2_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO PAINT ISSUES ON VEHICLE. THE CONSUMER STATED BECAUSE OF THE ORIGINAL PAINT PROBLEMS, \"A CUSTOMER SUPPORT PROGRAM IS PROVIDED BY TOYOTA FOR VEHICLES WITH THE ORIGINAL FACTORY BLIZZARD PEARL PAINT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2011-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag deployment failure or malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":518,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11678773","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2011 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed in an intersection, a Ford F-150 vehicle crashed into the front driver's side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11484210","quote_2_text":"ON Sept 9th, 2022, I was involved in a collision, traveling approximately 30 - 40 MPH and struck a vehicle that pulled into my path. I struck the other vehicle perpendicularly (T-Boned)","quote_3_odi":"11448873","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that she was hit by another vehicle while turning left onto a highway at 5 MPH. The contact was hit on her driver-side door at approximately 60 MPH and the airbags did not deploy upon impact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2011-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS actuator failure (C1391)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":154,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":518,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11510445","quote_1_text":"Brake booster and brake booster pump failure","quote_2_odi":"11660213","quote_2_text":"My ability to break unexpectedly stopped working while I was on the highway during morning, rush-hour. I was going 55 mph on the highway at the time and luckily, I was on an uphill incline when they went out, thus allowing me to be able to ‘naturally’ slow down","quote_3_odi":"11441462","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed but hesitated to respond","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2011-headlight-premature-failure","label":"Premature low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":518,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11629190","quote_1_text":"Attached is a report from the Florida Attorney General's project office. Vehicle front headlight bulbs burn out prematurely and frequently and without warning causing reduced visibility at night on dark roads","quote_2_odi":"11319191","quote_2_text":"BOTH OF MY PRIUS LOW BEAMS WENT OUT AT THE SAME TIME, I THOUGHT IT WAS UNUSUAL AS BOTH HEADLIGHTS SHOULD NOT GO OUT SIMULTANEOUSLY","quote_3_odi":"11282595","quote_3_text":"LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS ARE BURNING OUT WITHIN A WEEK OF INSTALLATION. WHEN BULBS ARE REPLACED, ONE OF THE TWO BULBS WILL BURN OUT WITHIN A WEEK, YET THE OTHER BULB WILL STAY ACTIVE. BOTH SIDES ARE AFFECTED. IT RANDOMLY CHOOSES WHICH SIDE TO BURN OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2011-hybrid-system-stall","label":"Hybrid propulsion system stall or shutdown","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":518,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11657571","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the check engine warning light remained illuminated, the vehicle had unexpectedly shut off","quote_2_odi":"11636448","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power temporarily","quote_3_odi":"11327176","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH SEVERAL UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2012-brake-booster-actuator-failure","label":"Brake booster and actuator accumulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":163,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":684,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11740616","quote_1_text":"Almost had an accident due to the brake master, actuator and booster pump assemblies, failing. There were no warning lights alerting me to an issue. Just lost ability to break and car shut off completely while in motion","quote_2_odi":"11594703","quote_2_text":"Completely lost vacuum brake assist without any prior warning, while driving on the interstate. Got warning lights on the dash for brake and ABS, when it happened. Fortunately there was little traffic, but if there had been even moderate traffic, it could have caused a crash","quote_3_odi":"11751225","quote_3_text":"Brake lights icons stay on mechanic at Toyota dealership state need new brak master cylinder and booster","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2012-head-gasket-failure","label":"Head gasket failure requiring engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":684,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11557495","quote_1_text":"Had blown gasket repair last year (which was fixed by my local Toyota Dealership and all cost paid for by myself). Dealership acknowledged that there were known issues with failures due to clogged EGR's and out-dated manifolds","quote_2_odi":"11516166","quote_2_text":"the car was serviced regularly and for unknown reason the engine started running rough. I took it the mechanic and after completing a diagnostic test he said i have a blown had gasket in the engine","quote_3_odi":"11576654","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that when the vehicle was started, there was a rattling sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle started shaking abnormally with a rattling sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2012-hybrid-power-loss-recall","label":"Hybrid propulsion power loss tied to recall 18V684000","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":684,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11680736","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended","quote_2_odi":"11569382","quote_2_text":"The hybrid system was shut down while driving. The symptoms are like the description in this recall (NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V684000). However, my VIN is not on the recall list","quote_3_odi":"11500728","quote_3_text":"I am having issues with my Toyota I was never contacted NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID: 18V684000. My car has failed numerous times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2012-low-beam-headlight-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":684,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11506600","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that the passenger's side low-beam headlight failed to provide adequate illumination while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that no issues were found","quote_2_odi":"11496959","quote_2_text":"Purchased 2012 Prius used. Replaced low beams and high beam headlights shortly after. Passenger side low beam is no longer working (bulb was replaced 3 months ago)","quote_3_odi":"11499725","quote_3_text":"The headlight lens of my car became increasingly fogged, overtime, decreasing night visibility ahead. The Toyota dealership offered a $300 cleaning service for both lenses or replacing the headlamp at about $300 each; $600","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2012-rear-suspension-corrosion","label":"Rear suspension corrosion leading to wheel separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":684,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11704752","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while reversing, the driver's side rear wheel flipped over. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with a corroded I-Beam assembly on the rear wheel","quote_2_odi":"11634157","quote_2_text":"2012 Prius in very good condition with 180k miles- only 12 years old. Driving on back roads (thankfully) and the drivers side rear wheel compelely fell off while driving","quote_3_odi":"11601457","quote_3_text":"On 07-June-2024 @14:47 my 2012 Toyota Prius suffered a catastrophic failure. I was attempting to back my 2012 Toyota Prius vehicle a few meters back into my driveway while turning slightly. This was a very slow speed backup","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11649711","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head-on collision. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11602955","quote_2_text":"Traveling approximately 15mph I collided with a full size truck the front end of my car totaled. I was wearing my seat belt and air bags did not deploy causing me to hit the steering wheel with enough force to fracture my sternum","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2013-brake-booster-abs-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS actuator failure (C1391)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":176,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11759367","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2013 Toyota Prius from a reputable dealership in Omaha (O'Daniel Honda). 5 days after purchase the ABS, BRAKE, and Traction Control lights came on in the evening","quote_2_odi":"11745987","quote_2_text":"On June 20, 2026 while driving the Toyota Prius I experienced a sudden brake failure","quote_3_odi":"11710284","quote_3_text":"I was driving on Saturday January 10th, 2026, when out of nowhere all of my dash warning lights came on and the brakes felt spongy and unresponsive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2013-hybrid-system-power-loss","label":"Hybrid drive system stall or sudden power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11709373","quote_1_text":"Crack in the Engine. I had been following the recommended Maintenance schedule, but I suddenly had issues where the engine would stall/stutter on activation (switching from electric to motor operation)","quote_2_odi":"11690445","quote_2_text":"Entering the highway the car suddenly learched and stopped excelerating, creating an unsafe situation, and went into a slow mode. It limped along","quote_3_odi":"11663684","quote_3_text":"Hybrid System fail safe. I was driving on the highway and the car started to slow down on its own. There were no warning signs. I was able to pull over in time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2013-rear-axle-corrosion-wheel-separation","label":"Rear axle beam corrosion and wheel separation","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11760377","quote_1_text":"My 2013 Prius has 86,500 miles on it. It has been regularly maintained. A routine state inspection revealed a severely rusted rear axle beam and a front axle that is heading in that direction","quote_2_odi":"11753091","quote_2_text":"While driving straight on smooth paved road, car began to shake and right rear passenger wheel came completely separated from car","quote_3_odi":"11686946","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while reversing, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2014-airbag-deployment-malfunction","label":"Airbag deployment malfunction in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11465834","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Toyota Prius was in a T-bone accident, directly on the driver door and the side air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11458765","quote_2_text":"Airbags did not deploy when I got into an accident on I-91","quote_3_odi":"11290363","quote_3_text":"MY AIRBAGS DEPLOYED PRIOR TO IMPACT AT A SPEED OF LESS THAN 25 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2014-brake-booster-accumulator-failure","label":"Brake booster and accumulator pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":95,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11751206","quote_1_text":"My car experienced a failing brake actuator/accumulator. The first sign was the ABS and break lights accompanied by a whoosing sound. The issue causes intermittent system wide break failure and renders the car undriveable","quote_2_odi":"11731351","quote_2_text":"On April 5, 2026, while driving downhill around a corner in my 2014 Toyota Prius, the brake booster and brake booster pump assembly failed without any prior warning","quote_3_odi":"11616706","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed with several unknown warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2014-head-gasket-oil-consumption","label":"Head gasket failure and excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11724395","quote_1_text":"the cylinder head gasket blew because of the poor design of the intake manifold and the EGR system","quote_2_odi":"11721338","quote_2_text":"Head gasket failure. No check, engine, light or warning. My car was very well maintained regularly","quote_3_odi":"11504237","quote_3_text":"The car has oil consumption and over heat the try to fix it but no no one can d it so far","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2014-hybrid-system-stall","label":"Hybrid propulsion system shutdown or stall while driving","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11667479","quote_1_text":"We were driving on a city street about 25-30mph and the car jerked suddenly and the lights on the dashboard illuminated and the \"Check Hybrid System\" message came up as well","quote_2_odi":"11402751","quote_2_text":"HYBIRD SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED WHERE WE CANNOT SHIFT","quote_3_odi":"11151409","quote_3_text":"I WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 70 MPH WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE PRIUS LOST POWER. THE PRIUS DROPPED DOWN TO ABOUT 55 MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2014-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to electrical wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10986015","quote_1_text":"RODENTS CHEWED ELECTRICAL WIRING MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10948489","quote_2_text":"RODENTS CHEWED THROUGH MAJORITY OF THE WIRING UNDER THE HOOD AND BUILD NESTS IN THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10764119","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRE HARNESS WIRING WAS BEING DAMAGED BY ANIMALS BITING THE WIRING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and actuator failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11678377","quote_1_text":"Brake booster failed. ABS lights on. Brake light on. Traction control light on. Was sitting at stop with foot gently on brake when lights turned on. Attempted to restart car to clear lights, lights would not turn off after normal restart x3","quote_2_odi":"11736350","quote_2_text":"ABS braking system suddenly not working. ABS, BRAKE, and traction control lights all turned on","quote_3_odi":"11662928","quote_3_text":"On May 10th, 2025 The Brake booster pump and assembly failed. Has internal leak. I had the dealer confirm this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-braking-loss-bumps","label":"Braking loss over bumps and slick surfaces","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11299216","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES ON MY 2015 PRIUS TOTALLY FAILED AND I HAD TO SWERVE TO AVOID CRASHING INTO THE CAR STOPPED IN FRONT OF ME. I'VE BEEN DRIVING FOR MORE THAN 30 YEARS AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED ANYTHING LIKE THIS. IT WAS TERRIFYING","quote_2_odi":"11320483","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW IN 2025 AND I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING BRAKE FAILURE ISSUES EVERY TIME I ATTEMPTED TO BRAKE OVER EITHER A POTHOLE, A SLICK SURFACE LIKE A METAL SHEET AT ROAD CONSTRUCTION OR WET ROADS THE BRAKE WOULD FAIL","quote_3_odi":"10794873","quote_3_text":"I HAVE NOTICED THAT THE BRAKES SOMETIMES DO NOT APPEAR TO WORK PROPERLY, AND ONCE I WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT DUE TO THE POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE. ONCE I QUICKLY TRANSITIONED FROM THROTTLE TO FULL BRAKING AND THE CAR DIDN'T SEEM LIKE IT WAS APPLYING FULL BRAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Clear coat peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11607398","quote_1_text":"The clear coat on the roof of my 2015 Prius began to peel little by little starting around 2021. What started out as small patches has now become large patches on various parts of the roof","quote_2_odi":"11712472","quote_2_text":"Clear coat and paint is peeling, especially on the roof. Toyota is not acknowledging that this happening with the 2015 Prius seaglass pearl paint","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-headlight-burnout","label":"Headlight bulb burnout and dim low beams","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11642400","quote_1_text":"The headlight bulbs keep going out. I have replaced the bulbs at least 2-3 times a year for the past few years. I have asked dealers about this and they tell me there is no recall or tsb","quote_2_odi":"11595133","quote_2_text":"My vehicle has an ongoing issue with the headlights not being bright enough to drive at night with. I have replaced the headlights more than 5 times now over the course of a year, each time with different brands including Toyota OEM headlights","quote_3_odi":"11022412","quote_3_text":"FRONT HEADLIGHTS HAVE NOW BURNT OUT FOR THE SECOND TIME. MY CAR ONLY HAS 75,000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-hybrid-system-shutdown","label":"Hybrid system shutdown and inverter failure","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11421858","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle began to die as the \"check hybrid system, stop the vehicle in a safe place\" warning message illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11194080","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE JERKED VIOLENTLY AND HAD LOSS OF POWER ON HIGHWAY AT SPEED OF 65MPH GOING STRAIGHT. TOYOTA EVALUATED AND DETERMINED THE INVERTER WAS BURNT DUE TO OVERHEATING CAUSING HYBRID SYSTEM TO FAIL","quote_3_odi":"11695550","quote_3_text":"An alarming message began flashing on the dashboard telling me to pull over. The vehicle became hard to control. I somehow managed to get it off an exit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-shifter-neutral-pop","label":"Shift selector disengagement into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11429021","quote_1_text":"When I turned on the Prius and shifted into reverse, after traveling only a foot or so, the shift selector popped into Neutral. When I shifted into Drive, it happened again","quote_2_odi":"10809942","quote_2_text":"THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT IS DANGEROUSLY DESIGNED. THE SHIFTER WILL MOVE INTO A GEAR POSITIONS EVEN IF IT TRANSMISSION DOES NOT ACTUALLY SHIFT INTO THE GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11110672","quote_3_text":"MY CAR 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS 2 I WAS AT TRAFFIC LIGHT I PUT THE GEAR SHIFT ON P POSTION WHEN I MOVE GEAR SHIFT TO D BUT IT JUMPED TO N BY IT SELF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"10825889","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON AN EXPRESSWAY WHEN I HEARD SOMETHING SIMILAR TO A GUNSHOT AND THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. NO INDICATION OF A FOREIGN OBJECT HITTING THE ROOF AND MUCH OF THE GLASS FLEW OUTWARD RATHER THAN INWARD","quote_2_odi":"11078711","quote_2_text":"ON FEBRUARY 28, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M. I WAS DRIVING ON I-10 W ABOUT 10 MILES OUTSIDE OF NEW ORLEANS WHEN MY CLOSED, LOCKED SUNROOF EXPLODED UPWARDS, SHATTERING COMPLETELY THE CENTER SUNROOF PANEL AND SHOWERING ME WITH GLASS","quote_3_odi":"11193887","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED. FORTUNATELY, WE WERE NOT INJURED SINCE THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop or low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":161,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-10","quote_1_odi":"11750516","quote_1_text":"Pulling out of a parking stall, when put vehicle in drive, the engine revved up and accelerated - vehicle crashed, the brakes did not work- there was skid marks. Floor mats are factory OEM were installed properly. I did not hit the accelerator and I am in good health and mind","quote_2_odi":"10723794","quote_2_text":"AS I SWITCHED FROM REVERSE TO FORWARD, I SAW A SPARK AS THE CAR JET-PROPELLED FORWARD. I TRIED TO BREAK MULTIPLE TIMES, BUT THE CAR ACCELERATED THE 25' INTO THE WALL","quote_3_odi":"10875685","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 TO 10 MPH AND APPROACHING THE DRIVEWAY, THE BRAKES FAILED. THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A GATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Air bags fail to deploy during crash impact","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11461252","quote_1_text":"While going 70 MPH, I hid a feral hog. Although the front end of my car crumpled up, and we came to a sudden stop, the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11418913","quote_2_text":"Airbags failed to deploy upon impact with guardrail. Drivers side front corner hit the guardrail at approx. 45% angle at 50-60mph. The vehicle was inspected by an insurance rep. and was deemed a total loss. The car is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"10911046","quote_3_text":"WE WERE TRAVELING AT APPROXIMATELY 70MILES AN HOUR ON A DIVIDED HIGHWAY. THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS ACTIVATED. MY HUSBAND WAS DRIVING, I WAS THE PASSENGER. WE BOTH WERE WEARING OUR SEAT BELTS. MY HUSBAND SUFFERED SOME SORT OF MEDICAL INCIDENT CAUSING HIM TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-brake-faults","label":"Brake booster and ABS warning malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11747244","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while the vehicle was on and running, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated, and the messages \"Braking Power Low - Stop in a Safe Place”, “See Owner's Manual\"","quote_2_odi":"11072880","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST YEAR AND OVER 15,000 MILES OUR 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS FOUR TOURING HAS EXPERIENCED SUDDEN DISPLAYS OF WARNING MESSAGES AND LIGHTS REPORTING BRAKING POWER LOW - VISIT YOUR DEALER; BRAKING POWER LOW - STOP IN A SAFE PLACE - SEE OWNER'S MANUAL;","quote_3_odi":"11585005","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle on the freeway it stated braking power low, stop in a safe place, antilock brake system malfunction, pre-collision system malfunction, lane departure alert malfunction. I was almost in a major scary accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-coolant-exhaust-leak","label":"Coolant loss from exhaust heat exchanger leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11465810","quote_1_text":"Overheating light began flashing while driving 5/21/22. Drove to Napa Auto Parts and saw coolant reservoir was empty. Bought anti-freeze and filled reservoir. Upon arrival at destination, reservoir was empty again. Filled it again","quote_2_odi":"11678347","quote_2_text":"Found coolant leak from heat exchanger into exhaust pipe. Looks like, T-SB-0135-19","quote_3_odi":"11480770","quote_3_text":"Shortly after having my Toyota serviced, I had an engine coolant warning sign appear. I checked and noted the coolant was gone. I bought coolant and filled the coolant tank. A week later, I see the light again. I have seen no leakage at all on the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-loss-of-power","label":"Loss of acceleration or stall from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11350160","quote_1_text":"CAR DOES NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP WHEN PRESSING THE GAS PETAL WHILE CAR IS IN DRIVE. THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN ONLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS. WHILE PULLING UP TO A RED LIGHT I SLOWED THE CAR TO A STOP","quote_2_odi":"10923955","quote_2_text":"AS I LEFT WORK MY INDICATOR SHOWED A FULL BATTERY ALL BARS IN BLUE. AS I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE COAST I NOTICED THE BATTERY STARTED TO QUICKLY DEPLETE, IN APPROX 8.6 MILES MY INDICATOR SHOWED 1 BLUE BAR","quote_3_odi":"11469085","quote_3_text":"When the battery cooling fan is running, the car is slow to accelerate or will not accelerate at all. The incident has happened multiple times over the past year when the temperatures are above 90","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread and sidewall separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11031356","quote_1_text":"AT HIGHWAY SPEED TIRE TREAD SEPARATED COMPLETELY FROM SIDEWALL ON BOTH SIDES OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. VEHICLE: 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS TWO ECO. TIRES - MANUFACTURER: TOYO - MODEL: NANOENERGY A29 - DOT CODE: N39N SIZE:195/6515 TIRE - DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1216 (DECEMBER 2016)","quote_2_odi":"11515151","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Prius equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Mastercraft, Tire Size: 195/65/15, DOT Number: (Not Available). The contacted stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle began to violently shake and vibrated","quote_3_odi":"10897341","quote_3_text":"WE HAD AN UNEXPLAINED BLOWOUT IN A TIRE WITH LESS THAN 5000 MILES ON IT ON OUR PRIUS IV 2016 PURCHASED IN MAY. WE SAW NOTHING IN THE ROADWAY THAT WOULD HAVE CAUSED THIS. THE TIRE WAS RIPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11413018","quote_1_text":"WHILE SLOWING AND PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, IN FRONT OF THE DENTIST OFFICE WHERE MY WIFE HAD AN APPOINTMENT, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. IT JUMPED THE CURB, AND SHE STEERED HARD RIGHT TO AVOID THE BUILDING DIRECTLY IN FRONT OH THE PARKING SPACE","quote_2_odi":"11372683","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION INCIDENT. I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING GARAGE. AS I STRAIGHTENED IT OUT TO COMPLETE THE MANEUVER, THE CAR TOOK OFF ON ITS OWN AND HIT THE WALL OF THE PARKING GARAGE THERE WAS SOME DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"10993174","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE PLASTIC RIDGE ON THE CENTER CONSOLE CAUGHT THE DRIVER'S SHOE AND CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STICK TO THE FLOORBOARD OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11350840","quote_1_text":"2016 PRIUS SITTING IN THE DRIVEWAY DURING A RELATIVELY HOT DAY (~95 F TEMPERATURE), APPEARS TO HAVE A BIG CRACK. I LOOKED IT UP AND APPARENTLY TOYOTA IS UNDERGOING A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT OVER THE SAME ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11002721","quote_2_text":"2 MONTHS AFTER GETTING THE PRIUS, I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 50 MPH ON A ELEVATED, SINGLE-LANE HIGHWAY OVERPASS WITH NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME WHEN I HEARD A CRACK AND NOTICED A CHIP IN THE WINDSHIELD ON THE PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"10945338","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED 12+ INCHES OVERNIGHT WITH NO CAUSE. VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN GARAGE. CRACK HAS SINCE GROWN TO 20+ INCHES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-brake-faults","label":"Brake response and actuator failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11229027","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE IN OCTOBER, 2017, I HAVE HAD INTERMITTENT OCCURRENCES WHERE THE BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY SLIP WHEN COMING TO A STOP. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS, (BUT MOSTLY WHEN WET), AND AT ALL SPEEDS.…","quote_2_odi":"11234809","quote_2_text":"THIS IS FOR 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS PRIME, BUT THERE IS NO OPTION. WHILE TAKING MY KID TO ENROLL IN SWIMMING CLASS, WHILE TAKING TURN INTO THE FACILITY THE BRAKES STOPPED WORKING AND THE CAR WOULDN'T STOP, SOME HOW I DROVE INTO PARKING LOT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-coolant-exhaust-leak","label":"Coolant leak into exhaust and engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11738755","quote_1_text":"The catalytic converter heat exchanger failed internally, causing coolant to leak into the exhaust system. Symptoms included white smoke from exhaust and coolant loss with no visible ground leak.…","quote_2_odi":"11603676","quote_2_text":"Coolant leaking into exhaust And engine also vehicle suddenly stops for no reason now engine is completely broken due to the coolant going into the motor oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-cruise-control-faults","label":"Adaptive cruise control and collision sensor faults","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11170968","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RAIN THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SPONTANEOUSLY STOPS AND LASHES ON THE DASH DISPLAY THAT IT IS NO LONGER SET, THE CAR DECELERATES RAPIDLY, LEAVING THE DRIVER SCRAMBLING TO DETERMINE WHAT HAS HAPPENED.…","quote_2_odi":"11141907","quote_2_text":"THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL IN THIS VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL OPERATIONAL ISSUES (PROGRAMMING BUGS OR DEFECTS) WHICH ARE POTENTIALLY EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-engine-self-start","label":"Engine self-start while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11111877","quote_1_text":"CAR STARTED BY ITSELF WHEN IT WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY IN HOT WEATHER IN THE SUN. MY KEY FOB DOES NOT HAVE A REMOTE STARTING MECHANISM - ONLY DOOR UNLOCK AND LOCK CAPABILITY.","quote_2_odi":"11015195","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD AN AUTO POWER START FOB, BUT IT WAS NOT AROUND THE KEY FOB.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-fuel-spitback","label":"Fuel spitback during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11543518","quote_1_text":"While filling my Prius with gas, as soon as I started pumping, it spewed gas all over my arms and shirt, as the gas would not go down the pipe into the gas tank. My mechanic explained that gasline exhaust valve was stuck causing the gas to spirt back out the intake opening.…","quote_2_odi":"11156794","quote_2_text":"UNABLE TO FILL GAS TANK. VAPOR-CONTAINMENT VALVE ENGAGES DURING REFUELLING, CAUSING FUEL TO SPILL TO GROUND AND UNABLE TO FILL MORE THAT ONE-HALF GALLON OF FUEL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-loss-of-power","label":"Loss of motive power and acceleration delay","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11674665","quote_1_text":"During hot temperatures and after coming to a full stop, the car stalls/hesitates significantly (5-6seconds) when pushing the gas pedal. The car eventually proceeds but the issue reoccurs. It can only be intermittently reproduced and no codes are shown on the car dashboard.…","quote_2_odi":"11234908","quote_2_text":"I PULLED UP TO THE STOP SIGN, THEN PROCEEDED TO GO AND I HAD NO POWER. I SAT THERE FOR 10-15 SECONDS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR KICKED IN. IT SHOOK ME UP.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11550401","quote_1_text":"On 10/16/23 I was turning slowly into a parking spot and my car suddenly accelerated without my pressing the accelerator. I slammed on the break and the car stopped.…","quote_2_odi":"11172085","quote_2_text":"WE WERE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL GOING NORTH. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE CAR IN FRONT OF US STARTED TO GO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN, OUR CAR WENT INTO RAPID ACCELERATION. WE COULD NOT STOP THE CAR. IT CRASHED INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF US.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-11","quote_1_odi":"11423594","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked from bottom to top and across while sitting and there was no evidence of a rock or chip that would cause that. Air temp was about 95 degrees. No rain, no impact, car was sitting parked and not running.","quote_2_odi":"11021391","quote_2_text":"A SMALL PEBBLE HIT MY WINDSHIELD BELOW THE INSPECTION STICKER. WITHIN SECONDS A CRACK STARTING DEVELOPING. WITHIN TWO MINUTES IT REACHED ALMOST HALFWAY ACROSS THE WINDSHIELD. I HAVE READ MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT FRAGILE AND VULNERABLE PRIUS WINDSHIELDS.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-airbag-warning-or-non-deploy","label":"Airbag warning light illuminates or fails to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11575061","quote_1_text":"The Airbag lights were lit, the person sitting with seatbelt on (flashing) and the person sitting with an inflated airbag in front of them. I ran an OBD2 scan on SRS and got code B1656. Driver seat belt buckle Left Hand. I Investigated the latch and found one wire was snapped","quote_2_odi":"11324401","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE PULLED INTO THE HIGHWAY, WITHOUT STOPPING, AND CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE FENDER OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NONE OF THE AIR BAGS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-auto-high-beam-malfunction","label":"Automatic high beams fail to brighten or stick off","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11511131","quote_1_text":"The automatic high beams will occasionally fail to operate and are stuck in low beams until about 2 minutes have passed, or until the automatic high beams switch is turned off to disable the system. This seems to be a software issue, as it seems to occur when an approaching","quote_2_odi":"11288235","quote_2_text":"AUTO HIGH BEAM FEATURE INTERMITTENTLY CUTS OUT AND THEN RESUMES, ESPECIALLY FREQUENTLY IN RAINY WEATHER. WHILE OFF, I CANNOT ENGAGE THE HIGH BEAM WITHOUT FIRST SHUTTING OFF THE AHB FEATURE. MANY SIMILAR REPORTS REGARDING TOYOTA VEHICLES; SEE","quote_3_odi":"11278660","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS DIM AND THEN FAIL TO BRIGHTEN INTERMITTENTLY. WHEN DRIVING, AUTOMATIC HIGH BEAMS FUNCTION AS INTENDED THEN THE DASH INDICATOR SPONTANEOUSLY TURNS OFF AND THE HEADLIGHTS FAIL TO BRIGHTEN. VEHICLE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT TWICE FOR THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-coolant-loss-overheating","label":"Coolant reservoir empties, engine overheats","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11757394","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while having a routine oil change, the contact was made aware that there was no coolant in the coolant reservoir. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact was constantly adding coolant to the coolant reservoir","quote_2_odi":"11746813","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the engine constantly overheated. An unidentified warning light was flashing on the instrument panel. An independent mechanic inspected the vehicle and became aware that the","quote_3_odi":"11650717","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed heat exchanger, catalytic converter, and exhaust system. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-sunroof-mirror-glass-fail","label":"Sunroof or mirror glass shatters without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11397301","quote_1_text":"ON DEC 2, 2020 WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT ABOUT 45-50 MPH OUR SUNROOF EXPLODED CAUSING US TO GET TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE SHADE WAS CLOSED WHICH SAVED US FROM EXPLODING GLASS. THERE WERE NO ROAD HAZARDS, NO ISSUES OTHER THAN A SPONTANEOUS EXPLODING OF OUR SUNROOF. THE","quote_2_odi":"11656375","quote_2_text":"Was driving around 35 mph and my right side mirror blew up. The back blew off and the mirror was shattered and hanging. Nothing hit it. Contacted Toyota and the parts have been on a stop, but there is no recall. It has been 4 months","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle accelerates unintentionally at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11220031","quote_1_text":"I STARTED MY CAR, PUT IT IN DRIVE AND BEGAN TO MAKE A U TURN OUT OF A PARKING LOT WHEN IT SUDDENLY ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. I HAD THREE TURNS I HAD TO MAKE IN QUICK SUCCESSION (U TURN, LEFT ON PUBLIC DRIVEWAY, RIGHT ON MAIN ROAD) TO GET ON TO THE MAIN ROAD, AND I DID THIS AT","quote_2_odi":"11252385","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE THE VEHICLE HAD EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND CRASHED INTO A SECOND PARKED VEHICLE. NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. A POLICE REPORT WAS TAKEN AT THE SCENE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO","quote_3_odi":"11629049","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while in bumper-to-bumper traffic, the vehicle suddenly accelerated. The brake pedal was applied but failed to respond. The driver crashed into the front passenger side of the Lexus. The vehicle continuously moved","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2018-windshield-spontaneous-crack","label":"Windshield cracks spontaneously without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11399109","quote_1_text":"MY WINDSHIELD HAS CRACKED TWICE WITHOUT BEING STRUCK BY AN OBJECT AND WITHOUT BEING NEAR ANOTHER VEHICLE. BOTH INCIDENTS OCCURRED DURING NORMAL HIGHWAY DRIVING. I WAS NOT SPEEDING OR DRIVING RECKLESSLY. BOTH TIMES REQUIRED THE REPLACEMENT OF THE WINDSHIELD AS THE CRACK QUICKLY","quote_2_odi":"11138822","quote_2_text":"LAST YEAR,JUNE 2017, WHILE THE CAR WAS PARKED WE NOTICED THERE WAS A HAIRLINE CRACK ON THE WINDSHIELD. WE RECEIVED SOME QUOTES SAYING IT WOULD BE ABOUT $900 TO FIX. SO WE DECIDED TO GO WITH AN ADHESIVE INJECTION AND PAID ABOUT $50 FOR SOMEONE TO COME FIX IT. HOWEVER, AFTER A","quote_3_odi":"11112886","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY IN THE RAIN AT 55MPH A VERY SMALL PEBBLE/BUG STRUCK THE LOWER RIGHT WINDSHIELD BELOW THE WIPER. IT WAS NOT VERY LOUD, BUT DID CREATE A CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD WITH A FEW MINUTES. WITHIN A FEW DAYS THE CRACK HAS SPREAD ACROSS THE ENTIRE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-acceleration-brake-unresponsive","label":"Acceleration with unresponsive brake pedal at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11620209","quote_1_text":"I was pulling into a parking space at a slow speed. When I applied the brake the car accelerated causing the car to scrape the car next to the space. The car then stopped","quote_2_odi":"11585051","quote_2_text":"I was idling at a parking space and went to turn off my car. The vehicle surged forward and the BRAKE sign came on. I pushed my brake to the floor and nothing happened. I was moving toward a brick wall so I put in in reverse and the car surged backwards","quote_3_odi":"11572747","quote_3_text":"I slammed on brakes which did not respond at all, thus forcing me to attempt to shift gears which also failed to stop the acceleration. Car only stopped because it went up a curb and hit the corner of a parked vehicle in a neighbors driveway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11266798","quote_1_text":"OUR PRIUS WAS INVOLVED IN FRONT TO PASSENGER SIDE COLLISION, WHICH TOTALED THE PRIUS, YET NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED DURING THE ACCIDENT. THE PRIUS SHOULD HAVE BEEN EQUIPPED WITH SIDE AIRBAG AND PASSENGER AIRBAG, WHICH BOTH FAILED EVEN THOUGH THOSE AREAS WERE IMPACTED","quote_2_odi":"11558272","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was involved in a accident and it was a total loss and no airbags deployed There wasBodily injury due to this accident","quote_3_odi":"11390410","quote_3_text":"SIGNIFICANT DAMAGE DONE ON PASSENGER SIDE BUMPER. NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-coolant-heat-exchanger-leak","label":"Coolant leak at exhaust heat exchanger pipe","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11667430","quote_1_text":"The contact stated there was a coolant leak and the coolant level was low. There was no indication of coolant on the ground. The check engine and engine HOT warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that the failure was related to TSB: 0135-19","quote_2_odi":"11678811","quote_2_text":"Coolant system failed because coolant was leaking into catalytic converter. Two mechanics in two different states (one a Toyota dealer) claimed this is defect with 2019 Prius and results in repair costing more than $2000.00 because of this design flaw","quote_3_odi":"11516804","quote_3_text":"The next day, I immediately sent my car to the dealer for a check up, the report stated ‘’ coolant reservoir very low. Pressure tested system found exhaust center pipe leaking coolant internally’’","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-precollision-sensor-faults","label":"Pre-collision and parking sensor faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, BACK OVER PREVENTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11468535","quote_1_text":"Whenever it rains the warning message clean parking assist sensor comes on while you are driving. Even after you clean the sensors the warning continues to beep contiously","quote_2_odi":"11315905","quote_2_text":"ONLY A MONTH LATER, THE PRE COLLISION SYSTEM STARTED BECOME UNAVAILABLE AND THE ENGINE STARTED MAKING A LOUD CRANKING NOISE. I TOOK IT TO TOYOTA AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE PCS MILIMETRE WAVE SENSOR WAS MISSING FROM THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11327502","quote_3_text":"PRIUS STALLS IN THE RAIN DESPITE NOT BEING A RECALLED MODEL. PCS SENSOR IS AFTERMARKET, PEDESTRIAN WARNING ALERT NOISE IS OFFLINE, SUSPENSION IS CRACKED, ENGINE MAKES CREAKING NOISE AT LOW SPEED TURNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-tire-belt-wear","label":"Tire tread wear and belt exposure at low mileage","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11554546","quote_1_text":"At the beginning of October, we noticed a slight warbling while driving at any speed. An inspection by Les Schwab tires revealed exposed steel belting on the inside of one of the tires, although a quick check found all four tires were failing","quote_2_odi":"11554435","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has started to exhibit a wobbling feeling when driving, similar to when there is a bubble or blister in the tire. At only 4 years old, and with only 44K miles, we knew this shouldn't be the problem","quote_3_odi":"11545467","quote_3_text":"But 100 miles into the trip the front end was shimmying so badly my husband's leg in the passenger seat was vibrating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2019-unexpected-braking","label":"Braking without an obstacle at road speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, LANE DEPARTURE, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11692652","quote_1_text":"The car, which had been driving smoothly since I bought it in 2021, suddenly began showing false braking, steering interference, and lane instability — as if the car were trying to “correct” problems that didn’t exist","quote_2_odi":"11268309","quote_2_text":"I WAS TURNING TO EXIT A FREEWAY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN MY CAR CAME TO A STOP (ABOUT 55MPH TO 0) IN A MATTER OF SECONDS WITH NO WARNING. IT THEN TOOK A FEW SECONDS BEFORE I WAS ABLE TO GET THE GAS TO WORK AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake pedal stiffness and brake booster failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741774","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving, depressed the brakes, brake pedal became stiff and had to apply extra force to apply the brakes.  The issue occurred multiple times.  The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it bent brake pedal and the bracket was bent","quote_2_odi":"11687677","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Toyota Prius (approx. 12,500 miles) suddenly displayed multiple warning lights while driving, made abnormal noises, and lost the ability to move. The vehicle remained powered on but could not drive and had to be towed to a Toyota dealership.  The…","quote_3_odi":"11473301","quote_3_text":"I slowed and before I could put the car in reverse, the car rolled forward a few inches. My foot was already on the brake so I pressed it harder. But the car continued to roll forward. It wouldn’t stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-electrical-system-noise","label":"Loud audio system noise on start and electrical anomalies","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11553332","quote_1_text":"Extremely loud, ear-piercing noise from speakers when the vehicle is started.  Lasts about two to three seconds.  My ears have been damaged by it.  My young boys cried while in their car seats and said that their ears hurt.  Noise occurs randomly","quote_2_odi":"11712974","quote_2_text":"While attempting to start the vehicle using the Push to Start feature, the vehicle made a loud screeching sound. The contact drove the vehicle to a dealer, where the failure was diagnosed as a failure with the Data Control Unit (DCU)","quote_3_odi":"11522794","quote_3_text":"Problem is with what Toyota calls the Combination meter of the Instrument Cluster.  Problem is that displayed icons are washed out and/or unreadable under conditions of normal sunny skies.  (There is no problem during darkness or overcast skies). Specifically, (going from left…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-glass-failure","label":"Windshield and window glass spontaneous cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11505174","quote_1_text":"Started vehicle in driveway to warm up for a minute. Sitting in vehicle with front defrost turned on medium fan, 75 degrees settings. After a few minutes, while still in park, I heard the windshield crack and noticed that a 12-18 inch crack appeared from the bottom middle part…","quote_2_odi":"11444233","quote_2_text":"Driving 60mph on highway and driver's side window spontaneously shattered and covered the driver, drive seat and floor, leaving only about 10 square inches that fell secondarily. There was no projectile that penetrated into the car at all","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-hybrid-recall-parts","label":"Hybrid propulsion recall repair part unavailability","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11436778","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Prius. The contact became aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V734000 (Hybrid Propulsion System, Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the dealer informed the contact that the part for the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11438940","quote_2_text":"Carfax notified us that our vehicle was part of a recall on 9/24/21.  Toyota never contacted us. I contacted Toyota Corporate the week of Oct. 18th and they contacted the dealer (Hudson Toyota in Jersey City) and the dealer said they had a fix","quote_3_odi":"11596391","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated multiple unknown warning lights had been temporarily illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer however, the cause of the failure could not be…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-odometer-fraud","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy reports","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11723906","quote_1_text":"The contact purchased a 2022 Toyota Prius. It was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 29,909. At the time of the registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 173,000","quote_2_odi":"11704569","quote_2_text":"The contact purchased the vehicle from a private seller online. The contact stated that the sales advertisement indicated that the odometer mileage was 63,000. The contact stated that when he went to the local Department of Motor Vehicles to register the vehicle, the contact was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake non-response","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11637566","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while idled forward into a parking space at the local car wash, the brake pedal was depressed to stop but the vehicle erroneously accelerated forward and crashed into a brick wall where it came to a stop","quote_2_odi":"11544053","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration, and the vehicle accelerated to 50 MPH before the contact was able to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"11476065","quote_3_text":"Prior to making a turn into a residential driveway, the vehicle throttled up and there was no response from the vehicle when the brakes were applied.  The vehicle would not stop in motion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-12v-battery-no-start","label":"12V battery drain and repeated no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-16 → 2026-02-23","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11720026","quote_1_text":"There is an unexplained loss of 12V power from the 12V battery, and the car will not start. This was reported to the local Toyota dealership on 12/5/25. The car had to be jumped in order to drive it to the dealership/service department","quote_2_odi":"11587370","quote_2_text":"The 12 volt battery was low, apparently from opening and closing doors during a camping trip. After a few days of sitting unused, I attempted to drive the vehicle. I pushed the start button and the car indicated that it was \"ready\". When I went to shift the transmission into…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation on hills","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-08-25 → 2023-08-25","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11540756","quote_1_text":"On a stretch of the highway where the road dipped down into a gully, and had a normal rise afterwards, the automatic braking system activated, gave a warning of an impending collision and applied the brakes to stop the car HARD.  Luckily, there was no traffic ahead or behind the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-powertrain-loss-of-drive","label":"Loss of motive power and unintended rollback","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08-06 → 2026-08-14","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756918","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. No warning lights were illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11606733","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while sitting in traffic with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle started rolling backward even though the gear shifter was in drive(D). The contact stated that upon attempting to accelerate, the vehicle failed to respond and continued to roll backward","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-prius-prime-ev-charger-fault","label":"Prius Prime high-voltage charger cooling fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-15 → 2026-07-15","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750574","quote_1_text":"My 2023 Prius Prime cannot be charged normally in hot weather without triggering a thermal-protection fault on its high-voltage charging system. Avondale Toyota diagnosed it in writing: \"CODE P1CE996 CHARGER COOLING FAN REVOLUTION SENSOR COMPONENT INTERNAL FAILURE. THE ELECTRIC…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-rear-hatch-trim-cracking","label":"Rear hatch plastic trim cracking without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-11-15 → 2026-05-19","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738763","quote_1_text":"The rear plastic trim on my 2023 Toyota Prius cracked without any impact, accident, or external cause. The component is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request","quote_2_odi":"11625562","quote_2_text":"Immediately after servicing the vehicle, when I closed the rear hatch, I noticed a crack in the plastic trim under the window. It is still available for inspection as the dealership has not yet repaired it. The piece is not entirely cracked through or enitrely loose at this time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Recall 24V274000 / 26V049000 parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08-06 → 2026-05-22","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11607245","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V274000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed…","quote_2_odi":"11739475","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Prius. The contact received a recall notification, NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V049000 (Electrical System, Latches/Locks/Linkages)however the parts were unavailable. The dealer was contacted, the contact was informed that the parts were unavailable","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-stall-highway-crash","label":"Highway stall with steering loss preceding fatal crash","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-06-10 → 2023-06-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11526332","quote_1_text":"Driving at highway speed on Interstate 30. Warning lights came on the dashboard. The Prius began to stall. Could not steer vehicle to shoulder. Prius came to a stop in the outside lane of travel. Rear-ended by Tractor Trailer rig. Passenger died. Driver sustained serious injuries","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2023-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failures and flat tire incidents","component_code":"TIRES:SIDEWALL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05-06 → 2025-07-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11587249","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 MPH on several occasions, the four tires experienced blowouts. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the driver's side rear tire needed to be…","quote_2_odi":"11671230","quote_2_text":"Tires are failing on the year model at an alarming rate.  We have just turned 30,000 miles and have had 7 failures. 2 were deemed unrepairable and had to be replaced, the others were patched or plugged.  The concern is sidewall failures on this year model","quote_3_odi":"11588149","quote_3_text":"This car is the Limited edition with 19 inch wheels. It does not come with a spare tire. The tires originally equipped on the vehicle are Michelin 195/50R19 Primacy A/S and they are NOT available to Toyota dealerships or at Tire Stores","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-camber-misalignment-tire-wear","label":"Camber misalignment causing tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11734746","quote_1_text":"After the car dealership completed the first tire rotations, at 30,000 miles I rotated the tires to find severe inner tread wear on the tires where the inside of the tire was wore to the sidewall while outside portion was intact. I took the vehicle to an independent shop and the…","quote_2_odi":"11694800","quote_2_text":"Took vehicle in for new tires and alignment at 47,302 miles on the odometer. I was informed that a camber bolt was completely seized and that the right rear control arm busing was bad/missing. My car is just over a year old and has been vibrating for a while at interstate speeds.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-dash-dimming-headlights-on","label":"Dash and screen dimming with headlights on","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11622305","quote_1_text":"Background: Nothing failed or malfunctioned. There is no incident. This reports describes a design defect that puts the driver at risk. The dealer has acknowledged that the cars performs this way and says it cannot be fixed. Toyota customer service says this is how the car…","quote_2_odi":"11575822","quote_2_text":"There is a safety design flaw with the dash lights. If the headlights are ON The dash lights are turned down to a significantly lower illumination automatically and cannot be turned back up to full brightness. This is a big issue when driving with your head lights on during…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-no-spare-tire","label":"Vehicle sold without spare tire","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11588641","quote_1_text":"This car doesn’t come with a spare tire. Lots of new cars don’t have them. This is a major safety hazard. It should be illegal to sell cars without them. Not only does the little kit they give you work with a puncture but the remedy ruins the tire so it can’t be repaired. All…","quote_2_odi":"11575142","quote_2_text":"This Car is NOT equipped with a spare tire or Jack and there is NO option available from Toyota and the manufacture refuses to address the many consumer concerns and offer a solution. This is unacceptable and a spare tire and jack should be REQUIRED safety equipment in the USA -…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-recall-remedy-delay","label":"Delayed remedy for open safety recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11723621","quote_1_text":"On August 15, 2025, I was backing my vehicle when the rear view camera screen went blank, providing no image of what was behind me. With no warning and no image, I collided with a rock and landscape, causing damage to the rear of my vehicle. At the time of this incident, my…","quote_2_odi":"11607001","quote_2_text":"I have a 2024 Prius LE AWD. A recall has been issued for certain 2023 and 2024 Prius cars but no remedy has been announced yet. I would like Toyota to expedite the process for fixing the issue since I don't know if my car is concerned and don't feel very safe driving my car…","quote_3_odi":"11601642","quote_3_text":"This NHTSA web site adivses owners to \"file an online complaint\" if \"... the manufacturer has failed to remedy the recall in a timely manner...\" It is NHTSA #24V274 and has been active for 11 weeks without the manufacturer's remedy.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-tire-wheel-sidewall-damage","label":"19-inch tire and wheel sidewall damage","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11720150","quote_1_text":"We took delivery of our 2024 Prius XLE (Gen 5) on 09-05-2024. It came with Toyo 19\" Low Profile tires (195/50R19). On 04-17-2025 we had to replace a tire at 10,848 miles due to sidewall damage. On 05-05-2025 we had to replace a second tire at 11,749 miles due to side wall…","quote_2_odi":"11719028","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Prius Hybrid equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Ecopia EP422, Tire Size: 195/60/R17, DOT Number: Y9CDCJTX. The contact stated that while the vehicle was in for routine maintenance, during the tire rotation, the mechanic discovered that one…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius","model_slug":"prius","cluster_id":"prius-2024-unintended-accel-sudden-brake","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11615986","quote_1_text":"We are writing about 2 separate issues we had with our 2024 Prius. 1. Acceleration caused accident on Sept. 8, 2024. Driver was parallel parking. He backed into the space and was then going to straighten out the car. The car accelerated unexpectedly and caused the vehicle to go…","quote_2_odi":"11613797","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while parallel parking and straightening the vehicle, he tapped the accelerator pedal, and the vehicle suddenly accelerated aggressively and crashed into a stoop. While reversing previously on three occasions, the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/prius","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2013-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11408024","quote_1_text":"APRIL 01,2021, OUR 2013 TOYOTA PRIUS WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11602955","quote_2_text":"Traveling approximately 15mph I collided with a full size truck the front end of my car totaled. I was wearing my seat belt and air bags did not deploy causing me to hit the steering wheel with enough force to fracture my sternum","quote_3_odi":"11649711","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head-on collision. The air bags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2013-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":149,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11629812","quote_1_text":"Brake booster and actuator failure","quote_2_odi":"11608002","quote_2_text":"malfunctions of the brake booster and brake booster pump assemblies","quote_3_odi":"11602971","quote_3_text":"2013 with 128000 miles, brake pump and accumulator for ABS failed, all sensors are on. Pedal is shaking when pressed, called Toyota South Coast in California, have told the extended warranty expired on 28 December 2022, what a joke, right on 10 years it means","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2013-headlight-dim-failure","label":"Low-beam headlight dimness and failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11596903","quote_1_text":"Head low beam lights no work","quote_2_odi":"11453327","quote_2_text":"Hi, my dim lights don't light the road in front of me, I have a 2013 Prius and to drive it at night is taken my life and any on coming motorists at risk...I put expensive bulbs in and that doesn't help the problem, can you help?","quote_3_odi":"11487867","quote_3_text":"Replaced low beam on Right Lamp Headlight. Then replace high beam on Right Lamp Headlight. Then realized it is actually appears to be the power going to the Headlight does not appear to be strong enough?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2013-hybrid-inverter-stall","label":"Hybrid inverter failure with vehicle stall","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11474760","quote_1_text":"2013 PRIUS Inverter assy and coolant pump are out. The car is in Greece with military. Toyota has refused all assistance to my daughter","quote_2_odi":"11666693","quote_2_text":"my 2013, Toyota Prius recently suffered a sudden hybrid system failure with DTC space P0A0F and a check hybrid system warning","quote_3_odi":"11414276","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2013-rear-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear frame corrosion and wheel separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11565553","quote_1_text":"The rear right wheel broke off when going in reverse, leaving driveway (low speed)","quote_2_odi":"11565590","quote_2_text":"THE REAR FRAME BOUNCE BY THE SIDE IT'S UNSAFE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11359778","quote_1_text":"HEAD ON COLLISION HITTING A TREE, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, VEHICLE TOTALED DRIVER IN THE HOSPITAL. ACCIDENT ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 IN TALLAHASSEE, FL","quote_2_odi":"11458765","quote_2_text":"Airbags did not deploy when I got into an accident on I-91. The car has been totaled and is in Allstate's possession, and I believe it is available for inspection","quote_3_odi":"10762201","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED THE VEHICLE INTO A BUILDING AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-brake-booster-accumulator-failure","label":"Brake booster and accumulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11700832","quote_1_text":"While driving, suddenly all brake lights and warning lights went on, and brakes stopped working normally. It became difficult to brake (brake took a while to engage - had to press pedal to the floor)","quote_2_odi":"11659668","quote_2_text":"While driving my dashboard lit up with Brake, ABS, and traction control warning lights. Brake pedal fell to the floor when pressed. I was then able to stop the car","quote_3_odi":"11546997","quote_3_text":"After I started my car and began driving away from a shopping center, I noticed that there were 3 static warning lights on the dashboard that had not been there before. They were the slip indicator light, the brake light, and the ABS light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight and taillight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11281512","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE HEADLIGHT, RUNNING HIGH BEAMS AND LOW BEAMS, HAVE STOPPED WORKING DESPITE CHANGING THE BULBS. IT SEEMS TO BE AN ISSUE WITH THE BALLAST GOING OUT AND/OR JUST NOT WORKING ANYMORE. THIS SEEMS LIKE A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11151007","quote_2_text":"THE LOW LIGHT BEAMS ON THE CAR BURNOUT EVERY FEW WEEKS. IT MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT AND UNSAFE TO DRIVE AT NIGHT. I WILL BUY A NEW BULB AND INSTALL IT AND THEN IT BURNS OUT IN A FEW DAYS OR A WEEK OR TWO LATER","quote_3_odi":"11047655","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT NIGHT ON BACK ROADS WHEN BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. I STOPPED THE CAR, TURNED IT OFF AND RESTARTED IT TO SEE WHAT WOULD HAPPEN. THE LIGHTS DID NOT GO ON, HOWEVER, I FOUND THAT IF I HELD THE SWITCH UP AS THOUGH I WAS TURNING ON HIGH BEAMS, THE HIGH BEAMS WORKED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-hybrid-system-stall","label":"Hybrid system shutdown and stall while driving","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11525969","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Prius. The contact stated was unable to start the vehicle. Additionally, the hybrid system warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not drivable","quote_2_odi":"11151409","quote_2_text":"I WAS GOING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 70 MPH WHEN ALL THE SUDDEN THE PRIUS LOST POWER. THE PRIUS DROPPED DOWN TO ABOUT 55 MPH. AFTER A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME THE POWER PICKED UP","quote_3_odi":"11139354","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY USING CRUISE CONTROL AND GOING ABOUT 72MPH. THE PRIUS SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN. AT FIRST I THOUGHT I HAD BUMPED THE CRUISE CONTROL SO I TRIED RESETTING IT BUT NOTHING HAPPENED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10986015","quote_1_text":"RODENTS CHEWED ELECTRICAL WIRING MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE ELECTRONIC SENSORS WERE RENDERED INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN MY GARAGE FOR THE WEEK END. NEVER HAD THIS PROBLEM WITH MY OTHER VEHICLES PARKED IN SAME GARAGE!","quote_2_odi":"10948489","quote_2_text":"RODENTS CHEWED THROUGH MAJORITY OF THE WIRING UNDER THE HOOD AND BUILD NESTS IN THE ENGINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED TWICE AND I HAVE ONLY OWNED THE CAR FOR 5 MONTHS AND COST ME A LOT OF MONEY FOR REPAIRS WHICH TOYOTA WILL NOT COVER","quote_3_odi":"10750088","quote_3_text":"HAD CAR TAKEN TO DEALER FOR \"WARRANTY\" SERVICE - WAS TOLD A RODENT HAD EATEN THE HIGH VOLTAGE WIRING INSULATION - NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":205,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10992060","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. 2014 PRIUS WAS PARKED FOR A FEW DAYS IN HOT, HUMID WEATHER. WHEN PULLING THE CAR INTO THE DRIVEWAY AT A LOW SPEED, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED TO A VELOCITY FAST ENOUGH TO COLLIDE WITH AN SUV PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11088619","quote_2_text":"PULLING INTO A PARKING STALL ALMOST STOPPED. MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND JUMPED THE CURB","quote_3_odi":"10627821","quote_3_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A CONVENIENCE STORE IN MY 2014 PRIUS. AS I WAS GLIDING IN, I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE CAR KEPT GOING. I CONTINUED TO PRESS IT AND THE CAR STARTED TO ACCELERATE, I COULD FEEL THE SURGE OF POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11566726","quote_1_text":"Airbags didn’t deploy in a front end collision that totaled the car. The driver hit their forehead on the steering wheel. Driver had bruising from the seatbelt. There were no warning lights or indications of any issues","quote_2_odi":"11490410","quote_2_text":"Prius was rear-ended at highway speeds, forcing it into the vehicle ahead of it. Airbags did not deploy, & driver's seat failed to stay locked, moving forward then rearward during crash","quote_3_odi":"10837739","quote_3_text":"THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and accumulator pump failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11678377","quote_1_text":"Brake booster failed. ABS lights on. Brake light on. Traction control light on. Was sitting at stop with foot gently on brake when lights turned on. Attempted to restart car to clear lights, lights would not turn off after normal restart x3","quote_2_odi":"11531050","quote_2_text":"My brake booster is failing and has been confirmed with Certified Toyota Master Mechanics at Toyota Dealerships that it is failing. Toyota has a CSP Called ZJB to replace these once the brake booster fails","quote_3_odi":"11649617","quote_3_text":"I was driving down the road when I noticed my brakes were not working. I had to push a lot harder on the pedal to slow the car down luckily, I did not crash into the car in front of me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and low-beam failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11642400","quote_1_text":"The headlight bulbs keep going out. I have replaced the bulbs at least 2-3 times a year for the past few years. I have asked dealers about this and they tell me there is no recall or tsb","quote_2_odi":"11306279","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON OCCASIONS THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. ADDITIONALLY, THE FAILURE WAS EXPERIENCED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11066146","quote_3_text":"AUTO ADJUSTING LOW BEAMS NOT WORKING. LOW BEAM IS FIXED DOWN AS IF THERE WAS A HEAVY WEIGHT LOAD, WITH NO LOAD IN THE AUTO THE LOW BEAM LIGHT PATERN IS ONLY 25 FEET,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-hybrid-system-stall","label":"Hybrid system warning and stall while driving","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11421858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle began to die as the \"check hybrid system, stop the vehicle in a safe place\" warning message illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11330732","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE WHEN MY CAR'S HYBRID SYSTEM WARNING LIGHTS A CAME ON , AND THE CAR SLOWED TO A CRAWL. LUCKILY I WAS IN THE RIGHT LANE AND WAS ABLE TO PULL OFF ON THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD. THE CAR COMPETELY SHUT DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11337953","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 45MPH AND CAR SUDDENLY JERK AND SLOWED TO ABOUT 10/15MPH. LOST ELECTRIC POWER, ABLE TO ONLY CONTINUE DRIVING ON GAS 10/15MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent-damaged wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11442485","quote_1_text":"I bought this vehicle on July 3, 2015. When I took it in for an oil change in Dec. 2015, I was informed that there was a mice infestation and that the electrical wires and other systems were damaged","quote_2_odi":"10968745","quote_2_text":"THE DEALER DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED EXTENSIVE DAMAGE TO THE ELECTRICAL WIRES AND WIRING HARNESS CAUSED BY RODENTS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED AND THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 5,300","quote_3_odi":"10949622","quote_3_text":"RODENTS ARE DESTROYING THE WRITING ON MY ENGINE. THIS HAS HAPPENED THREE TIMES. THE CAR IS PARKED UNDER A CARPORT. I HAVE USED VARIOUS SPRAYS BUT NOTHING WORKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11193887","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED. FORTUNATELY, WE WERE NOT INJURED SINCE THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED. I NOTED THAT THERE WERE MANY SIMILAR REPORTS. SURPRISED THIS WAS NOT A RECALL ACTION","quote_2_odi":"11078711","quote_2_text":"ON FEBRUARY 28, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M. I WAS DRIVING ON I-10 W ABOUT 10 MILES OUTSIDE OF NEW ORLEANS WHEN MY CLOSED, LOCKED SUNROOF EXPLODED UPWARDS, SHATTERING COMPLETELY THE CENTER SUNROOF PANEL AND SHOWERING ME WITH GLASS","quote_3_odi":"10825889","quote_3_text":"DRIVING ON AN EXPRESSWAY WHEN I HEARD SOMETHING SIMILAR TO A GUNSHOT AND THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED. NO INDICATION OF A FOREIGN OBJECT HITTING THE ROOF AND MUCH OF THE GLASS FLEW OUTWARD RATHER THAN INWARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended vehicle acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":132,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10889298","quote_1_text":"I WAS SITTING IN THE PASSENGER SEAT OF THE CAR WHILE IT WAS PARALLEL PARKED. I PRESSED THE PUSH TO START BUTTON TO TURN ON THE BATTERY SO I COULD CHARGE MY PHONE. THERE WAS NO ONE IN THE DRIVER SEAT. THE CAR TURNED COMPLETELY ON WHEN I REACHED OVER TO PRESS THE BUTTON","quote_2_odi":"10888762","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHEN THE VEHICLE'S GEAR SHIFTER PARK POSITION BUTTON WAS ACTIVATED, THE ENGINE WAS TURNED ON, AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNOCCUPIED, IT ACCELERATED FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A ROCK","quote_3_odi":"11013735","quote_3_text":"I BACKED OUT OF A CARPORT AND PLACED MY CAR IN ACCELERATION AND IT PICKED UP SPEED AND THEN HIT A WALL AT AN APARTMENT COMPLEX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-accel-hesitation","label":"Hesitation to accelerate from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11330881","quote_1_text":"SOMETIMES WHEN IT IS HOT MY PRIUS DOES NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP WHEN THE ACCELERATOR IS PRESSED FOR 1 OR MORE SECONDS; THIS MAKES IT A DEATH-TRAP ON LEFT TURNS. TOYOTA DEALERS HAVE SERVICED IT 3 TIMES FOR THIS COMPLAINT WITH NO RESOLUTION. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11350160","quote_2_text":"CAR DOES NOT ACCELERATE FROM A STOP WHEN PRESSING THE GAS PETAL WHILE CAR IS IN DRIVE. THIS SEEMS TO HAPPEN ONLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS. WHILE PULLING UP TO A RED LIGHT I SLOWED THE CAR TO A STOP","quote_3_odi":"11469085","quote_3_text":"When the battery cooling fan is running, the car is slow to accelerate or will not accelerate at all. The incident has happened multiple times over the past year when the temperatures are above 90","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-brake-power-loss","label":"Reduced braking power and ABS warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11592744","quote_1_text":"We were driving in San Diego and had driven oven a bit pothole. About 50 miles after driving over the pothole, the brakes stopped working. We were pressing down hard on the brake, but the brake was soft and did not do its job","quote_2_odi":"11072880","quote_2_text":"OVER THE PAST YEAR AND OVER 15,000 MILES OUR 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS FOUR TOURING HAS EXPERIENCED SUDDEN DISPLAYS OF WARNING MESSAGES AND LIGHTS REPORTING BRAKING POWER LOW - VISIT YOUR DEALER; BRAKING POWER LOW - STOP IN A SAFE PLACE - SEE OWNER'S MANUAL","quote_3_odi":"10881749","quote_3_text":"WHEN GENTLY APPLYING BRAKES FOR A STOP LIGHT, AND THE RIGHT WHEEL HITS A 1 AND 1/8 INCH DEEP DEPRESSION IN THE ROAD, THE BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY MOMENTARILY RELEASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-coolant-overheat","label":"Coolant loss and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11465810","quote_1_text":"Overheating light began flashing while driving 5/21/22. Drove to Napa Auto Parts and saw coolant reservoir was empty. Bought anti-freeze and filled reservoir. Upon arrival at destination, reservoir was empty again","quote_2_odi":"11648235","quote_2_text":"Water pump failed without warning and caused irreparable damage to the engine (\"blown\" engine requiring replacement). Vehicle began to stall and not respond to attempted acceleration while traveling on 4 lane divided highway, 55 mph speed limit","quote_3_odi":"11526097","quote_3_text":"We were driving kids to camp and the thermometer light went on. It was blinking for a while, then turned off and then turned steadily on. We weren't sure what to do, so we called our trusty mechanic who said \"bring it in right now.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread and sidewall separation","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11031356","quote_1_text":"AT HIGHWAY SPEED TIRE TREAD SEPARATED COMPLETELY FROM SIDEWALL ON BOTH SIDES OF RIGHT REAR TIRE. VEHICLE: 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS TWO ECO. TIRES - MANUFACTURER: TOYO - MODEL: NANOENERGY A29 - DOT CODE: N39N SIZE:195/6515 TIRE - DATE OF MANUFACTURE: 1216 (DECEMBER 2016)","quote_2_odi":"11047972","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS EQUIPPED WITH YOKOHAMA BLUEARTH S34 TIRES, SIZE: P215/45R/17 (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY BECAME UNSTABLE AND A THUMPING NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE REAR END","quote_3_odi":"10897341","quote_3_text":"WE HAD AN UNEXPLAINED BLOWOUT IN A TIRE WITH LESS THAN 5000 MILES ON IT ON OUR PRIUS IV 2016 PURCHASED IN MAY. WE SAW NOTHING IN THE ROADWAY THAT WOULD HAVE CAUSED THIS. THE TIRE WAS RIPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10993174","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE PLASTIC RIDGE ON THE CENTER CONSOLE CAUGHT THE DRIVER'S SHOE AND CAUSED THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL TO STICK TO THE FLOORBOARD OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11372683","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION INCIDENT. I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING GARAGE. AS I STRAIGHTENED IT OUT TO COMPLETE THE MANEUVER, THE CAR TOOK OFF ON ITS OWN AND HIT THE WALL OF THE PARKING GARAGE THERE WAS SOME DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"11318434","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA PRIUS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. *LD THE CONSUMER THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN STRIKING 2 VEHICLES. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor road debris impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":44,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11001953","quote_1_text":"OUR 2016 PRIUS 2 SEDAN WINDSHIELD WAS STRUCK BY A SMALL ROCK CAST LATERALLY ACROSS THE FREEWAY FROM SEVERAL LANES TO MY RIGHT, AS ONE WOULD SKIP A STONE ACROSS WATER, TRAVELING ABOUT 55MPH. UNFORESEEABLE, UNAVOIDABLE ACT OF CHANCE, KICKED UP BY ANOTHER CAR'S TIRE","quote_2_odi":"11062314","quote_2_text":"LEASED THE VEHICLE FOR LESS THAN 1 YEAR AND HAVE EXPERIENCED 3 MAJOR CRACKS TO THE FRONT WINDSHIELD. THE FIRST ONE WAS CAUSED BY PROBABLY A SMALL ROCK WHILE DRIVING MID SPEED AND SPREAD IMMEDIATELY FROM THE PASSENGER-SIDE PERIMETER","quote_3_odi":"10992232","quote_3_text":"CRACKED WINDSHIELD. NEW MODEL VEHICLE W 10000 MILES WINDSHIELD CRACKED FROM AN IMPACT OF A SMALL ROCK OR OTHER ON THE HIGHWAY. NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN, 30+ YEARS DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-adaptive-cruise-control","label":"Adaptive cruise control and pre-collision behavior","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11170968","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RAIN THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SPONTANEOUSLY STOPS AND LASHES ON THE DASH DISPLAY THAT IT IS NO LONGER SET, THE CAR DECELERATES RAPIDLY, LEAVING THE DRIVER SCRAMBLING TO DETERMINE WHAT HAS HAPPENED…","quote_2_odi":"11141907","quote_2_text":"THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL IN THIS VEHICLE HAS SEVERAL OPERATIONAL ISSUES (PROGRAMMING BUGS OR DEFECTS) WHICH ARE POTENTIALLY EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS…","quote_3_odi":"11057015","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON INTERSTATE HIGHWAY IN HEAVY TRAFFIC USING CRUISE CONTROL MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED QUICKLY. WEATHER WAS ALIGHT RAIN. IT WAS LIKE THE RADAR FOR THE CRUISE CONTROL SHUT OFF OR STOPPED BEING PROCESSED.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-air-bag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11244699","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS REAR-ENDED AND SHOVED INTO A THIRD VEHICLE. WE WERE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY WITH WET PAVEMENT, AND TRAFFIC WAS SLOWING. WE WERE TRAVELING STRAIGHT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, AND MY WIFE, BELTED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT, WAS TWISTED SIDEWAYS BY THE IMPACT…","quote_2_odi":"11132444","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, THE REAR WHEELS SEIZED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED INTO A DITCH. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY…","quote_3_odi":"11203456","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL POSSIBLY. WET PAVEMENT, TRAFFIC SLOWED ON INTERSTATE TO ABOUT 45 MPH, TAILGATING SMALL PICKUP HIT MY REAR CRUMPLE ZONE, SHOVED ME INTO A SMALL SUV THAT CRUSHED MY FRONT CRUMPLE ZONE. AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-brake-response","label":"Brake pedal response and brake actuator noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11229027","quote_1_text":"SINCE PURCHASING THE VEHICLE IN OCTOBER, 2017, I HAVE HAD INTERMITTENT OCCURRENCES WHERE THE BRAKES FEEL LIKE THEY SLIP WHEN COMING TO A STOP. IT HAS HAPPENED IN ALL WEATHER CONDITIONS, (BUT MOSTLY WHEN WET), AND AT ALL SPEEDS…","quote_2_odi":"11123162","quote_2_text":"WHIRLING SOUND EMANATING FROM FRONT AREA... GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. FINALLY TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, EVEN THOUGH NO WARNING LIGHTS, AND THEY INDICATED BRAKE ACTUATOR BAD, TO THE TUNE OF $3400…","quote_3_odi":"11071984","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE SPUN OUT OF CONTROL. THE BRAKE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED TWICE…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-coolant-head-gasket","label":"Coolant leak into exhaust and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11603676","quote_1_text":"Coolant leaking into exhaust And engine also vehicle suddenly stops for no reason now engine is completely broken due to the coolant going into the motor oil","quote_2_odi":"11645348","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the vents were blowing out cold air. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was adding coolant to the coolant reservoir every three to four days…","quote_3_odi":"11548042","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving 10 MPH and pulling out of a parking lot, the vehicle lost motive power and made abnormal sounds. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-fuel-spitback","label":"Fuel spitback and overflow during refueling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11543518","quote_1_text":"While filling my Prius with gas, as soon as I started pumping, it spewed gas all over my arms and shirt, as the gas would not go down the pipe into the gas tank. My mechanic explained that gasline exhaust valve was stuck causing the gas to spirt back out the intake opening…","quote_2_odi":"11507194","quote_2_text":"When filling gas, a near-empty Prius overflowed almost immediately, splashing fuel over the car, the ground, tires, and my feet! Gas is flammable and not good to get on one's skin…","quote_3_odi":"11156794","quote_3_text":"UNABLE TO FILL GAS TANK. VAPOR-CONTAINMENT VALVE ENGAGES DURING REFUELLING, CAUSING FUEL TO SPILL TO GROUND AND UNABLE TO FILL MORE THAT ONE-HALF GALLON OF FUEL…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power and delayed acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11674665","quote_1_text":"During hot temperatures and after coming to a full stop, the car stalls/hesitates significantly (5-6seconds) when pushing the gas pedal. The car eventually proceeds but the issue reoccurs. It can only be intermittently reproduced and no codes are shown on the car dashboard…","quote_2_odi":"11234908","quote_2_text":"I PULLED UP TO THE STOP SIGN, THEN PROCEEDED TO GO AND I HAD NO POWER. I SAT THERE FOR 10-15 SECONDS BEFORE THE ACCELERATOR KICKED IN. IT SHOOK ME UP. I PROCEEDED ON AND THEN IT AGAIN HAPPENED…","quote_3_odi":"11287988","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration with unresponsive brakes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11550401","quote_1_text":"On 10/16/23 I was turning slowly into a parking spot and my car suddenly accelerated without my pressing the accelerator. I slammed on the break and the car stopped…","quote_2_odi":"11277105","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT, IT ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT IT FAILED TO ENGAGE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE…","quote_3_odi":"11172085","quote_3_text":"WE WERE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC SIGNAL GOING NORTH. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED GREEN, THE CAR IN FRONT OF US STARTED TO GO AND ALL OF THE SUDDEN, OUR CAR WENT INTO RAPID ACCELERATION. WE COULD NOT STOP THE CAR. IT CRASHED INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF US…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius C","model_slug":"prius-c","cluster_id":"prius-c-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without visible impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11423594","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked from bottom to top and across while sitting and there was no evidence of a rock or chip that would cause that. Air temp was about 95 degrees. No rain, no impact, car was sitting parked and not running.","quote_2_odi":"11253048","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED IN PARKING LOT IN 100 DEGREE TEMPERATURE. WINDSHIELD HAD NO DAMAGE WHATSOEVER. RETURNED TO CAR 4 HOURS LATER. TWO AND ONE-HALF FOOT CRACK, ORIGINATING IN BOTTOM DRIVER'S SIDE CORNER OF WINDSHIELD, APPEARED. NO CHIPS WERE PRESENT…","quote_3_odi":"11057402","quote_3_text":"TOPIC: 2017 PRIUS WINDSHIELD CRACKED. I HAVE 2017 PRIUS PURCHASED NEW ABOUT A MONTH AGO WITH 1500 MILES DRIVEN. 2 DAYS AGO, WHEN I PUMPED GAS, I NOTICED A SMALL CRACK IN UPPER RIGHT HAND SIDE ALONG THE EDGE. I DON'T REMEMBER GETTING HIT BY AN OBJECT WHILE DRIVING…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-c","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2012-abs-brake-booster-pump-warning-lights","label":"ABS/brake booster pump failure with dash warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":145,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11747171","quote_1_text":"Brake actuator assembly failure on a vehicle with 99,818 miles. Whirring sound when braking followed by lighting of several brake alert lights on dash including PCS and ABS and others. The whirring noise has occured for several weeks, but the light indicators happened on 6/28/26","quote_2_odi":"11745426","quote_2_text":"The ABS system has failed. All brake related warning lights have appeared on the dash board and the ABS no longer works. The car will brake for now, but the pedal is mushy. The issue was diagnosed by a dealer","quote_3_odi":"11743546","quote_3_text":"ABS, brake, and traction control lights, all illuminated at once on the dashboard. Inspection found DTC C1391 indicating the accumulator is leaking or failing to hold pressure correctly. We are advised that the braking system performance will decline, eventually failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2012-engine-head-gasket-failure","label":"Engine head gasket and internal failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11557495","quote_1_text":"Had blown gasket repair last year (which was fixed by my local Toyota Dealership and all cost paid for by myself). Dealership acknowledged that there were known issues with failures due to clogged EGR's and out-dated manifolds","quote_2_odi":"11516166","quote_2_text":"the car was serviced regularly and for unknown reason the engine started running rough. I took it the mechanic and after completing a diagnostic test he said i have a blown had gasket in the engine","quote_3_odi":"11571665","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the internet doing 60mph and there was a very loud bang and then a shaking of the parts under the hood. I was right next to an exit and coasted off the exit to a hotel parking lot. I had car towed to my mechanic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2012-headlight-lens-discoloration","label":"Headlight lens discoloration and low-beam failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11473249","quote_1_text":"The headlights are not functioning properly as a result of severe discoloration of the lens material. This creates unsafe driving conditions at night since the road is not properly illuminated, especially in areas with inadequate street lighting","quote_2_odi":"11506600","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that the passenger's side low-beam headlight failed to provide adequate illumination while driving","quote_3_odi":"11499725","quote_3_text":"Headlamp Lens Issue Vehicle Manufacturers Must Correct ISSUE 1. The increase in pedestrian-vehicular accidents and fatalities is, at times, related to the driver not seeing the person in time to stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2012-sudden-brake-loss-while-driving","label":"Sudden loss of braking power while driving","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11638653","quote_1_text":"My Brakes almost caused me to crash on Jan 18th. I'm driving down the highway and traffic comes to a complete stop. I started braking but my abs, stability control and brake light come on. When this occurred I had to push the brakes to the floor just to stop","quote_2_odi":"11635226","quote_2_text":"Without warning, the ABS, Traction Stability, Brake and other lights lit up and I lost braking on the highway. Luckily, I was in very light and narrowly avoided a crash. I was able to get home with far less braking power and no regenerative braking","quote_3_odi":"11529152","quote_3_text":"The contact's wife owns a 2012 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. Additionally, the brakes intermittently failed to stop the vehicle immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2013-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11649711","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact's vehicle was involved in a head-on collision. The air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11602955","quote_2_text":"Traveling approximately 15mph I collided with a full size truck the front end of my car totaled. I was wearing my seat belt and air bags did not deploy causing me to hit the steering wheel with enough force to fracture my sternum","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2013-brake-booster-accumulator-failure","label":"Brake booster and ABS accumulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":167,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11751147","quote_1_text":"My Prius had brake warning lights come on around December 2025. Turns out the brake accumulator had an internal leak. After doing some research, I discovered this was a known brake booster issue that Toyota has not issued a recall on","quote_2_odi":"11731817","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while pulling out of a parking space at approximately 15 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the brake pedal felt spongy, but the vehicle responded as intended","quote_3_odi":"11717869","quote_3_text":"Spontaneous failure of brake actuator system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2013-headlight-failure-dimming","label":"Low-beam headlight failure and dimming","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11582210","quote_1_text":"The left low-beam headlight repeatedly fails, even with new bulbs. If it were just me, I'd assume a fluke, but there are lots of complaints about Prius V (and 3rd gen regular prius) lights, and they're all about the low beams","quote_2_odi":"11558603","quote_2_text":"Repeated failures of the low-beam headlight bulb. Bulbs failing 2-3 times per year. Happens at either passenger or driver side. It's a safety issue because it can mean that the car is driven without both headlights working","quote_3_odi":"11564300","quote_3_text":"Headlights lenses progressively cloudy. Tail light lenses are perfectly clear. Problem progressive over past 5 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2013-hybrid-system-malfunction","label":"Hybrid system malfunction and loss of power","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11666693","quote_1_text":"my 2013, Toyota Prius recently suffered a sudden hybrid system failure with DTC space P0A0F and a check hybrid system warning. This matches the symptoms described in NHTS a safety recall 20V369000","quote_2_odi":"11663684","quote_2_text":"Hybrid System fail safe. I was driving on the highway and the car started to slow down on its own. There were no warning signs. I was able to pull over in time","quote_3_odi":"11555751","quote_3_text":"Check hybrid system. Stop the vehicle in a safe place. About 90,000 miles 2013 Prius bought brand new and regular all dealer maintenance completed. Lost power on the road and very slow pickup","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2013-rear-axle-frame-corrosion","label":"Rear axle and frame corrosion leading to wheel detachment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11731045","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Prius V. The contact stated that while in reverse(R), the rear driver’s side tire became flat. Upon inspection, it was discovered that the rear axle had fractured due to rusting and corrosion, and had punctured the rear passenger’s side tire","quote_2_odi":"11582976","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was in for routine service at dealer. Dealer reported \"Rear axle beam starting to have heavy rust build up metal is getting thin. Will need replacement in the future, approx $3,000.00 depending on what is needed at that time.\"","quote_3_odi":"11565553","quote_3_text":"The rear right wheel broke off when going in reverse, leaving driveway (low speed). Towed to a garage. Was told that the rear frame member had rusted through","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11465834","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Toyota Prius was in a T-bone accident, directly on the driver door and the side air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11359778","quote_2_text":"HEAD ON COLLISION HITTING A TREE, AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY, VEHICLE TOTALED DRIVER IN THE HOSPITAL. ACCIDENT ON SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 IN TALLAHASSEE, FL","quote_3_odi":"11458765","quote_3_text":"Airbags did not deploy when I got into an accident on I-91. The car has been totaled and is in Allstate's possession, and I believe it is available for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and accumulator pump failure (C1391)","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":87,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11696950","quote_1_text":"My 2014 Toyota Prius (VIN [XXX] , 77,000 miles) displayed Brake, ABS, and Slip warning lights. A mechanic confirmed failure of the Brake Booster and Pump Assembly (DTC C1391)","quote_2_odi":"11621414","quote_2_text":"Without warning, my brakes completely stopped working and I was fortunate enough to be somewhere I was able to pull over without being killed","quote_3_odi":"11616427","quote_3_text":"Brake actuator failure, coded as C1391. known issue by Toyota which can result in loss of brakes if not repaired. symptoms of problem: pulsing air sound from master brake cylinder, and/or all braking system lights illuminate on dash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket failure with coolant leaking into engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11747383","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2014 Toyota Prius V in 2013, and it currently has 120,000 miles on it. Last month, the engine light came on, so I took it to a dealership","quote_2_odi":"10934076","quote_2_text":"THE HEAD GASKET IN THE ENGINE FAILED AT 200K MILES AND WHEN STARTING THE CAR IN THE MORNING THE WHOLE CAR HOOK AND SHUDDERED","quote_3_odi":"11176429","quote_3_text":"DEALER MECHANICS AT TOYOTA BERKELEY, TOYOTA VALLEJO AND CITY IN DALY CITY ALL HAVE STATED THAT THE CRACK IN MY OIL TANK IS A 'WELL KNOWN' MANUFACTURER DEFECT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-hybrid-inverter-stall","label":"Hybrid inverter failure causing unexpected stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11733421","quote_1_text":"8/2025 Car stalled on freeway. Went to dealer. They said nothing wrong. Then on a trip north, car stalled again on freeway. Went to the nearest dealer. They too said nothing wrong","quote_2_odi":"11054604","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA ISSUED SAFETY RECALLS E0E AND F0R FOR THE FAILURE OF THE HYBRID INVERTER. IF THE INVERTER HAD NOT FAILED YET, THE TOYOTA'S REMEDY IS A 'SOFTWARE RE-FLASH'. THE SOFTWARE REFLASH 'REMEDY' IS NOT SUFFICIENT","quote_3_odi":"11090167","quote_3_text":"I ACTUALLY WOULD LIKE TO FILE A CONCERN REGARDING THE 2010 - 2014 INVERTER/COMPONENT FAILURES. THIS PROBLEM WAS BROUGHT TO MY ATTENTION BY MY DEALER INDICATING THAT THE MOTOR/GENERATOR ECU COULD RESET, CAUSING THE HYBRID SYSTEM TO SHUT DOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-rodent-damaged-wiring","label":"Rodent-damaged wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10986015","quote_1_text":"RODENTS CHEWED ELECTRICAL WIRING MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE. THE ELECTRONIC SENSORS WERE RENDERED INOPERABLE","quote_2_odi":"10948489","quote_2_text":"RODENTS CHEWED THROUGH MAJORITY OF THE WIRING UNDER THE HOOD AND BUILD NESTS IN THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"11129966","quote_3_text":"MICE INVADING INSIDE OF CAR AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS. DESTROYING INTERIOR AND AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2014-sudden-unintended-accel","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration while parking or turning","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":254,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10992060","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION. 2014 PRIUS WAS PARKED FOR A FEW DAYS IN HOT, HUMID WEATHER","quote_2_odi":"11088619","quote_2_text":"PULLING INTO A PARKING STALL ALMOST STOPPED. MY CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND JUMPED THE CURB","quote_3_odi":"10883149","quote_3_text":"HALFWAY THROUGH PARALLEL PARKING, RIGHT REAR OF CAR BY CURB, FOOT LIGHTLY ON BRAKE, WAS ABOUT TO SHIFT TO D AND WAS LOOKING AROUND FOR ANY PEDESTRIANS SHORT-CUTTING IN FRONT OF CAR BEFORE SHIFTING, WHEN CAR ACCELERATED, NOT STOPPING IN SPITE OF BRAKE, UNTIL SMASHING INTO TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11566726","quote_1_text":"Airbags didn’t deploy in a front end collision that totaled the car","quote_2_odi":"10837739","quote_2_text":"THE SIDE IMPACT AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"11419361","quote_3_text":"The contact stated none of the air bags deployed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-brake-booster-failure","label":"Brake booster and accumulator failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11696236","quote_1_text":"Emergency Brake, Traction and ABS warning came on and stayed on in addition to a five-second interval cycling on of a motor sound under the hood","quote_2_odi":"11667525","quote_2_text":"While driving my 2015 Toyota Prius, the brake pedal became extremely stiff and hard to press","quote_3_odi":"11531050","quote_3_text":"My brake booster is failing and has been confirmed with Certified Toyota Master Mechanics at Toyota Dealerships that it is failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb failure and premature burnout","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11022412","quote_1_text":"FRONT HEADLIGHTS HAVE NOW BURNT OUT FOR THE SECOND TIME. MY CAR ONLY HAS 75,000 MILES. THIS IS RIDICULOUS","quote_2_odi":"11306279","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON OCCASIONS THE HEADLIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE","quote_3_odi":"11642400","quote_3_text":"The headlight bulbs keep going out. I have replaced the bulbs at least 2-3 times a year for the past few years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-hybrid-system-failure","label":"Hybrid propulsion system stall and inverter failure","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11421858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle began to die as the \"check hybrid system, stop the vehicle in a safe place\" warning message illuminated on the instrument panel","quote_2_odi":"11424551","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Prius. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, there were several unknown warning lights illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11194080","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE JERKED VIOLENTLY AND HAD LOSS OF POWER ON HIGHWAY AT SPEED OF 65MPH GOING STRAIGHT. TOYOTA EVALUATED AND DETERMINED THE INVERTER WAS BURNT DUE TO OVERHEATING CAUSING HYBRID SYSTEM TO FAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11078711","quote_1_text":"ON FEBRUARY 28, 2018 AT 10:00 A.M. I WAS DRIVING ON I-10 W ABOUT 10 MILES OUTSIDE OF NEW ORLEANS WHEN MY CLOSED, LOCKED SUNROOF EXPLODED UPWARDS, SHATTERING COMPLETELY THE CENTER SUNROOF PANEL AND SHOWERING ME WITH GLASS","quote_2_odi":"10825889","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON AN EXPRESSWAY WHEN I HEARD SOMETHING SIMILAR TO A GUNSHOT AND THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED","quote_3_odi":"11193887","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY, THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":138,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10745911","quote_1_text":"I WAS INCHING INTO A GROCERY STORE PARKING SPOT IN MY NEW, PERFECTLY MAINTAINED 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS WHEN I EXPERIENCED UNINTENDED ACCELERATION","quote_2_odi":"11139230","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS V HYBRID. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO REVERSE AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED RAPIDLY BETWEEN 5-10 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10888762","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHEN THE VEHICLE'S GEAR SHIFTER PARK POSITION BUTTON WAS ACTIVATED, THE ENGINE WAS TURNED ON, AND THE VEHICLE WAS UNOCCUPIED, IT ACCELERATED FORWARD ON ITS OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in frontal or side impacts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11461252","quote_1_text":"While going 70 MPH, I hid a feral hog. Although the front end of my car crumpled up, and we came to a sudden stop, the air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11418913","quote_2_text":"Airbags failed to deploy upon impact with guardrail. Drivers side front corner hit the guardrail at approx. 45% angle at 50-60mph. The vehicle was inspected by an insurance rep. and was deemed a total loss","quote_3_odi":"11154354","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-brake-power-loss","label":"Loss of braking power or brake pedal feel changes","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11592744","quote_1_text":"We were driving in San Diego and had driven oven a bit pothole. About 50 miles after driving over the pothole, the brakes stopped working. We were pressing down hard on the brake, but the brake was soft and did not do its job","quote_2_odi":"10926286","quote_2_text":"ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2016 WHILE DRIVING OVER A POTHOLE I PRESSED ON THE BRAKE. THE CAR SLOWED BUT ALL OF A SUDDEN THE BRAKE SUDDENLY DEPRESSED EVEN FURTHER DOWN AND THE CAR JERKED AND SEEMED TO STALL BEFORE PUSHING FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"11585005","quote_3_text":"While driving vehicle on the freeway it stated braking power low, stop in a safe place, antilock brake system malfunction, pre-collision system malfunction, lane departure alert malfunction. I was almost in a major scary accident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-hybrid-stall","label":"Loss of propulsion or stall during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11600638","quote_1_text":"During summer months when temperatures are above 100 degrees when accelerating from a complete stop I can hear the engine rev and the RPMs increase but the vehicle will move at 1-2 mph","quote_2_odi":"11469085","quote_2_text":"When the battery cooling fan is running, the car is slow to accelerate or will not accelerate at all. The incident has happened multiple times over the past year when the temperatures are above 90","quote_3_odi":"11618479","quote_3_text":"Driving on the freeway the car stalled and was unable to accelerate. The issue seems identical to the 2020 recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair delayed due to parts unavailability","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10944144","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA OF SURPRISE IS SAYING THAT THEY CAN'T FIX OUR PRIUS RECALL FOR THE EMERGENCY BRAKE UNTIL JANUARY 2018","quote_2_odi":"11015398","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V672000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"10927070","quote_3_text":"16V741000 WAS NOT PERFORMED ON THE CAR EVEN THOUGH IT WAS PURCHASED 11/17 , AND THE RECALL BEGAN 11/10","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"10887682","quote_1_text":"RODENT DAMAGED WIRING AND CASINGS BY EATING/DAMAGING BOTH AT A COST SO FAR OF $2700. I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR ONE MONTH","quote_2_odi":"10983378","quote_2_text":"RODENTS WERE ATTRACTED TO THE SOY-BASED WIRING USED BY TOYOTA AND CAUSED EXPENSIVE DAMAGE BY CHEWING WIRES. TOYOTA HAS HAD PROBLEMS WITH THIS WIRING AND RODENT DAMAGE FOR 4 YEARS AND I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS WHEN I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10917459","quote_3_text":"THE COATING ON THE WIRING SYSTEM ATTRACTED RODENTS TO MY CAR, THE RODENTS ATE THROUGH THE ELECTRICAL AND TRIED TO NEST IN THE ENGINE BAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-suspension-clicking","label":"Clicking or popping noise from rear suspension","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11255204","quote_1_text":"REAR SHOCK NUT COMES LOOSE AND TOYOTA HAS ISSUED TSB 0144-16, TO TIGHTEN THE NUT. THIS IS COMMON AMONG PRIUS","quote_2_odi":"11096940","quote_2_text":"REAR SUSPENSION CREAKING AND FEELS SOFT IN THE REAR. WHILE DRIVING OR GOING ONTO A DRIVEWAY THE REAR SUSPENSION CREAKS AND POPS","quote_3_odi":"11438516","quote_3_text":"Over the course of the last year, I have noticed an increasingly louder clicking noise coming from the front left (driver side) wheel area upon breaking. The noise goes away if I shift into neutral, so I'm nearly positive that this is related to the axle/CV joint","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11704813","quote_1_text":"On [XXX] at [XXX] I was backing out of a driveway when my 2016 Prius V5 accelerated on its own. When I applied the brakes, nothing happened. I hit a curb, which flattened the front passenger tire","quote_2_odi":"11372683","quote_2_text":"SPONTANEOUS ACCELERATION INCIDENT. I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING GARAGE. AS I STRAIGHTENED IT OUT TO COMPLETE THE MANEUVER, THE CAR TOOK OFF ON ITS OWN AND HIT THE WALL OF THE PARKING GARAGE THERE WAS SOME DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"11361559","quote_3_text":"CAR ACCELERATING WITH NOT BEING ABLE TO STOP WHEN APPLYING BRAKE, CAR WAS PUT IN REVERSE AND TOOK OFF WITH ENGINE RACING IN HOME DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2016-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor impacts or spontaneously","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":166,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11475445","quote_1_text":"At the beginning of this week, I was checking fluid levels and upon dropping my hood, I watched a crack in the windshield extend up from the base of the windshield","quote_2_odi":"10992232","quote_2_text":"CRACKED WINDSHIELD. NEW MODEL VEHICLE W 10000 MILES WINDSHIELD CRACKED FROM AN IMPACT OF A SMALL ROCK OR OTHER ON THE HIGHWAY. NEVER HAD THIS HAPPEN, 30+ YEARS DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11005840","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH ON THE FREEWAY, A VERY SMALL ROCK HIT MY WINDSHIELD AND CREATED A CRACK THAT WAS ABOUT 1 INCH BY 1 INCH IN SIZE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-adaptive-cruise-malfunction","label":"Adaptive cruise control malfunction in rain","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11170968","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RAIN THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SPONTANEOUSLY STOPS AND LASHES ON THE DASH DISPLAY THAT IT IS NO LONGER SET, THE CAR DECELERATES RAPIDLY, LEAVING THE DRIVER SCRAMBLING TO DETERMINE WHAT HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11096677","quote_2_text":"WHEN IT RAINS THE COLLISION DETECTION SYSTEM GIVES OFF FALSE WARNINGS. THE INTELLIGENCE CLEARANCE SONAR (ICS) SYSTEM GIVES AN ERROR AND IS UNRELIABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11244699","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS REAR-ENDED AND SHOVED INTO A THIRD VEHICLE. WE WERE ON AN INTERSTATE HIGHWAY WITH WET PAVEMENT, AND TRAFFIC WAS SLOWING. WE WERE TRAVELING STRAIGHT. THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"11111479","quote_2_text":"MY 2017 PRIUS V WAS INVOLVED IN 2 RECENT CRASHES IN WHICH THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY: FRONT END/BUMPER IMPACT ON 6/1/18 AND FRONT & REAR END IMPACT WHICH TOTALED CAR ON 7/3/18. BOTH TIMES AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-coolant-exhaust-leak","label":"Coolant leak into exhaust and head gasket failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11645348","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Prius. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25-30 MPH, the vents were blowing out cold air. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact was adding coolant to the coolant reservoir every three to four days","quote_2_odi":"11603676","quote_2_text":"Coolant leaking into exhaust And engine also vehicle suddenly stops for no reason now engine is completely broken due to the coolant going into the motor oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-power-loss-hesitation","label":"Intermittent loss of power on acceleration","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11674665","quote_1_text":"During hot temperatures and after coming to a full stop, the car stalls/hesitates significantly (5-6seconds) when pushing the gas pedal. The car eventually proceeds but the issue reoccurs","quote_2_odi":"11415656","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS RUNNING AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT. WHEN ACCELERATING TO PROCEED FROM THE STOP LIGHT THE VEHICLE WOULD BARELY ACCELERATE NO MATTER HOW FAR WE PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL DOWN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-premature-brake-wear","label":"Premature brake rotor wear and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11364676","quote_1_text":"MY 2 YEAR CHECK UP W/14,932 MILES I WAS ADVISED MY FRONT ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED DUE TO POOR PAD CONTACT AND REAR ROTORS ARE GROOVED HEAVILY AND NEED TO BE REPLACED AS WELL. I WAS SHOCKED","quote_2_odi":"11123162","quote_2_text":"WHIRLING SOUND EMANATING FROM FRONT AREA... GOT PROGRESSIVELY WORSE. FINALLY TOOK TO DEALERSHIP, EVEN THOUGH NO WARNING LIGHTS, AND THEY INDICATED BRAKE ACTUATOR BAD, TO THE TUNE OF $3400","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-self-start-while-parked","label":"Engine self-starting while parked","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11111877","quote_1_text":"CAR STARTED BY ITSELF WHEN IT WAS PARKED IN A DRIVEWAY IN HOT WEATHER IN THE SUN. MY KEY FOB DOES NOT HAVE A REMOTE STARTING MECHANISM - ONLY DOOR UNLOCK AND LOCK CAPABILITY","quote_2_odi":"11015195","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STARTED ON ITS OWN WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD AN AUTO POWER START FOB, BUT IT WAS NOT AROUND THE KEY FOB","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-sudden-acceleration-brakes","label":"Sudden acceleration with unresponsive brakes","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11550401","quote_1_text":"On 10/16/23 I was turning slowly into a parking spot and my car suddenly accelerated without my pressing the accelerator. I slammed on the break and the car stopped","quote_2_odi":"11210079","quote_2_text":"I WAS SLOWLY ( < 5MPH) APPROACHING A STOPLIGHT AT A BUSY INTERSECTION IN A 25 MPH ZONE ON A 4 LANE STREET THERE WERE 2 VEHICLES AHEAD OF ME. EVERYTHING SEEMED FINE UNTIL MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED RAPIDLY AND I WAS UNABLE TO STOP IT","quote_3_odi":"11277105","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS REVERSING THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING LOT, IT ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DEPRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT IT FAILED TO ENGAGE AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH INTO A TREE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Prius V","model_slug":"prius-v","cluster_id":"prius-v-2017-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11423594","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked from bottom to top and across while sitting and there was no evidence of a rock or chip that would cause that. Air temp was about 95 degrees. No rain, no impact, car was sitting parked and not running","quote_2_odi":"11253048","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS PARKED IN PARKING LOT IN 100 DEGREE TEMPERATURE. WINDSHIELD HAD NO DAMAGE WHATSOEVER. RETURNED TO CAR 4 HOURS LATER. TWO AND ONE-HALF FOOT CRACK, ORIGINATING IN BOTTOM DRIVER'S SIDE CORNER OF WINDSHIELD, APPEARED. NO CHIPS WERE PRESENT","quote_3_odi":"11022173","quote_3_text":"JUST BOUGHT MY 2017 TOYOTA PRIUS NOT OVER 4 MONTHS AND MY WINDSHIELD HAVE 1 LARGE CRACKED AND A TINNY CHIPPED ON IT. AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY CRACKED WHEN A TINY ROCK HIT THE UPPER RIGHT SIDE I COULD SEE THE CRACK GETTING LONGER UNTIL IT NEARLY REACHED THE MIDDLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/prius-v","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-air-bag-deployment-and-recall","label":"Air bag deployment failures and Takata recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11503900","quote_1_text":"Impact on Right front end at 60 mph and air bags did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11121251","quote_2_text":"SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED WHILE VEHICLE WAS BEING BACKED OUT OF A MECHANIC'S GARAGE AFTER ROUTINE BRAKE MAINTENANCE WAS PERFORMED. THERE WAS NO IMPACT PRIOR TO THE DEPLOYMENT","quote_3_odi":"11001033","quote_3_text":"2010 TOYOTA RAV 4. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR RECALL NOTICE 16V-596","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption without visible leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11652978","quote_1_text":"Burns oil. No leaks and compression is spot on. Burns oil so bad that around every 2,000 miles, if you hit the brakes to hard it causes the car to stall","quote_2_odi":"11650156","quote_2_text":"Engine oil is burning with out discharging from the engine. Can find no leak anywhere in the engine compartment. Constantly adding oil to the car as the oil indicator isn’t working either","quote_3_odi":"11267086","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CONSUMED TOO MUCH OIL AND WAS TAKEN EVERY SIX MONTHS TO BE SERVICED AT IRA TOYOTA OF DANVERS (99 ANDOVER ST, DANVERS, MA 01923, (978) 739-8300). THE CONTACT WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-moonroof-window-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous moonroof and window glass fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005626","quote_1_text":"MOONROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED WHILE SITTING PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. HOLE PROTRUDED OUTWARD WHICH INDICATES BUILD UP OF PRESSURE AND HEAT CAME FROM WITHIN THE VEHICLE AND NOT OUTSIDE FROM FOREIGN OBJECT","quote_2_odi":"10970924","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE REAR DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW EXPLODED WITH NO IMPACT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"10920528","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V577000 (VISIBILITY, WIPERS). THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-rear-suspension-arm-recall-alignment","label":"Rear suspension arm recall blocks rear wheel alignment","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":48,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11162072","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA?S PRESCRIBED RECALL REPAIR INVOLVES APPLYING AN EPOXY TO THE ADJUSTMENT NUTS ON THE REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARMS (TOYOTA PART # 4871042020), PER THE INSTRUCTIONS SPECIFIED BY TOYOTA (SAFETY RECALL ?CSJ?). IN DECEMBER 2018, A TIRE SERVICE CENTER NOTED THE CONTACT?S REAR","quote_2_odi":"11040913","quote_2_text":"2006-2011 TOYOTA RAV4 REAR LOWER SUSPENSION ARM RECALL G0V I WENT IN TO HAVE THIS RECALL PERFORMED FOR A 3RD TIME AND WALKED OUT PAYING A BILL OF $1,585.92. THIS WAS A RESULT OF THE RECALL PUT INTO PLACE BY TOYOTA. WHAT THE RECALL DOES NOT ADDRESS IS THE ISSUE PERFORMING A","quote_3_odi":"11002017","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V596000 (SUSPENSION); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-seat-belt-buckle-and-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt buckle failure and recall parts unavailability","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10939604","quote_1_text":"REAR PASSENGER SEAT BUCKLE DIES NOT LOCK THE SEAT BELT ANYMORE. I HAVE ALMOST 60000 MILES AND MY GRANDKIDS ARE THE ONLY REAR SEAT PASSENGERS OCCASIONALLY","quote_2_odi":"10917876","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V096000(SEAT BELTS) WAS RECEIVED IN FEBRUARY OF 2016. AFTER CONTACTING THE DEALER AND THE MANUFACTURER ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS, THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL","quote_3_odi":"10895312","quote_3_text":"I DRIVE YOUNG CHILDREN IN MY CAR AND CANNOT RISK THEM BEING INJURED. THE SEAT BELTS SEEM TO MOVE OR ADJUST AT TIMES. SOMETIMES WHEN YOU THINK THEY ARE ONNECTED THEY UNCONNECT. ALL WHILE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-steering-control-arm-issues","label":"Steering wheel stiffness, pulling, and control arm failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11427589","quote_1_text":"I drove for almost 40 miles and suddenly the steering got locked while I was driving the car. There was no prior indication of steering lock lights before I start the car. The steering got locked suddenly in a winding road","quote_2_odi":"11349007","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL PULLED TO THE RIGHT. THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL RATTLING NOISE DETECTED","quote_3_odi":"11184286","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME STIFF AND DIFFICULT TO TURN. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2010-transmission-differential-failure","label":"Transmission clunk and rear differential seal failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":400,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11727791","quote_1_text":"I was about to accelerate on a main avenue, made a clunking sound and came to a halt. Couldn't pull over safely. Investigated by mechanic, said the Transmission exploded, and the differential gears broke. No warning lights","quote_2_odi":"11222341","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA VEHICLES EXPERIENCING PROBLEMS WITH REAR DIFFERENTIAL DUE TO DESIGN PROBLEM. MINE HAS BOTH REAR SEALS LEAKING AND WILL COST HUNDREDS OF DOLLARS TO REPAIR AT TOYOTA DEALERSHIP. BREATHER PLUG GETS CLOGGED AND PRESSURE BUILD UP CAUSES LEAKS","quote_3_odi":"11152328","quote_3_text":"YESTERDAY MY CAR DROVE PERFECTLY FINE. TODAY, I AM PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY TRYING TO ACCELERATE, THERE WAS A DELAYED REACTION, THEN A THUD AND THE CAR JUMPED FORWARD AT THE TIME OF THE THUD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-electric-power-steering-stiff","label":"Electric power steering stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11541776","quote_1_text":"In hot weather the steering wheel sticks and is hard to turn and will not allow car to straighten up after the turn","quote_2_odi":"11476742","quote_2_text":"Steering : Steering is tight to a point where it takes effort to get the steering wheel to turn","quote_3_odi":"11013842","quote_3_text":"TODAY WHEN I WAS PARKING MY CAR IN PARKING LOT, I REALIZED THAT IT IS VERY DIFFICULT TO MOVE MY STEERING WHEEL TO LEFT AND RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-oil-consumption-cam-gear","label":"Excessive oil consumption and camshaft timing gear wear","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11628893","quote_1_text":"A lot oil consumption from oil change to 1000 miles 4 quarts of oil consumption no warning light until car stops I’m been charging oil every 4 k miles now I have to check oil every day is been almost 4years with this problem","quote_2_odi":"11067207","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. AT LEAST ONE QUART OF OIL NEEDS BE ADDED EVERY 600 MILES. PROBLEM STARTED AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES. OIL SLUDGE BUILT UP IN A VALVE WHICH CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO STALL UNEXPECTEDLY","quote_3_odi":"11454050","quote_3_text":"The car had 115,000 miles on the engine and was just at 3,000 miles post oil change. Making a left turn over oncoming traffic the car died","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-paint-peeling-delamination","label":"Body paint peeling and delamination","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11719150","quote_1_text":"In March 2025, my daughter started noticing the paint peeling off from the roof and driver side front panel","quote_2_odi":"11292504","quote_2_text":"FACTORY ORIGINAL SUPER WHITE PAINT IS DELAMINATING FROM THE BODY OF THE FRONT PANEL RIGHT PANEL (PASSENGER SIDE) AS WELL AS ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER RIGHT OF WINDSHIELD, CURRENTLY, EXPOSING THE GREY METAL","quote_3_odi":"10808041","quote_3_text":"WHILE WASHING WITH A MICROFIBER CLOTH AND GARDEN HOSE WITH LESS THAN 20,000 MILES AND ONLY 4 YEARS OLD BLIZZARD PEARL PAINT IS PEELING OFF IN LARGE CHUNKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-rear-differential-seal-leak","label":"Rear differential seal leak and coupling failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11432508","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle was leaking differential fluid","quote_2_odi":"11076169","quote_2_text":"LEAKING REAR DIFFERENTIAL SEAL ON DRIVER SIDE. ONLY 70000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10950337","quote_3_text":"AT APPROXIMATELY 67,000 MILES (OR LIKELY MUCH SOONER), THIS 4WD VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A LEAKING SEAL IN THE LEFT REAR DIFFERENTIAL/AXLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-rear-suspension-subframe","label":"Rear suspension arm and subframe failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11729000","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal clunking sound coming from the rear end of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11142513","quote_2_text":"WHILE TURNING RIGHT TO GO DOWN THE NEXT AISLE IN A PARKING LOT MY PASSENGER REAR TIE ROD AKA CONTROL ARM BROKE AT THE FACTORY WELD!","quote_3_odi":"10984480","quote_3_text":"SUSPENSION: WHILE DRIVING IN THE INTERSTATE, I HEARD A \"POP\" AND THE SOUND OF SOMETHING SLIDING FROM THE BACK PASSENGER SIDE TOO THE BACK DRIVER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-recall-parts-backlog","label":"Seat belt and windshield wiper recall parts unavailable","component_code":"SEAT BELTS, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2016-12","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10906854","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA RAV4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V577000 (VISIBILITY/WIPER); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10924649","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA RAV4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V096000 (SEAT BELTS) AND 15V577000 (VISIBILITY/WIPER). THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10901903","quote_3_text":"REMEDY FOR WINDSHIELD WIPER ISSUE IS NOT BEING FIXED IN A TIMELY MANNER. IT HAS BEEN ALMOST A YEAR AND STILL NO REMEDY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2011-unintended-accel-braking","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":287,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11542024","quote_1_text":"Sudden acceleration when braking caused crash of 2011 Toyota RAV4 and driver injury. Making a right turn into a parking space that faces a concrete wall, I had my foot on the brake to slow the car down to park, going about five miles an hour","quote_2_odi":"10667543","quote_2_text":"AFTER DRIVING MY 2011 TOYOTA RAV4 LIMITED EDITION FOR SEVERAL MINUTES, I CAME TO A COMPLETE STOP WAITING FOR AN OPPORTUNITY TO TURN LEFT. I TURNED LEFT AND ACCELERATED TO ABOUT 15 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11720240","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving and depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop, the vehicle continued to accelerate unintendedly","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2012-airbag-warning-deployment","label":"Airbag warning light on or unexpected airbag deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11609926","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 65 MPH, the air bags deployed without warning or impact. The driver sustained burns to the neck, skeletal injuries, and bruises. The passenger sustained skeletal injuries, cuts, bruises, and throat issues","quote_2_odi":"11151726","quote_2_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT REMAINS ON. I HAVE BEEN INFORMED THAT THIS MEANS THAT IN CASE OF A VEHICLE CRASH MY AIRBAGS WILL NOT DEPLOY. MY VIN IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL, YET I AM EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEM AS OTHER RAV 4 OWNERS THAT HAVE VIN NUMBERS WITHIN THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10897900","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER; HOWEVER, THE DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR INFORMATION WERE UNKNOWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2012-paint-peeling-body","label":"Body paint peeling and bubbling down to primer","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11735644","quote_1_text":"My vehicles clear coat and paint in the top has been peeling at an alarming rate, a year or so ago it started, but the last 6 months have been excrutiating. This problem poses a risk to me as if the issue continues on, oxidation might occur and possibly lead to holes in the","quote_2_odi":"11355343","quote_2_text":"PAINT IS PEELING ON MULTIPLE PANELS. THIS VEHICLE HAS NEVER HAD BODY DAMAGE OR BEEN INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11181575","quote_3_text":"THE WHITE PAINT IS PEELING OFF OF THE CAR IN MANY LOCATIONS INCLUDING THE ROOF, HOOD, BUMPERS, AND DOORS. THERE IS NO RUST PRESENT NOR WAS THE CAR DAMAGED IN ANY WAY. THE PAINT IS SIMPLY BUBBLING AND PEELING OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2012-seat-belt-recall-parts","label":"Seat belt recall parts unavailable or buckle malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11005251","quote_1_text":"WE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE AND BEEN CALLING THE DEALER REPEATEDLY. THEY STATE AS OF TODAY THEY STILL CAN NOT CORRECT THE DEFECT AS THEY HAVE NO PARTS AND HAVE NOT BEEN TRAINED. NOR WILL THEY SCHEDULE TO REPAIR INTO THE FUTURE. THIS RECALL EFFECTS THE SEAT BELTS IN THE BACK","quote_2_odi":"10985688","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE REAR PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER TIGHTENED INDEPENDENTLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT BELT HAD TO BE CUT BY ANOTHER DRIVER","quote_3_odi":"10983511","quote_3_text":"WHILE FASTENING THE SEAT BELT ON THE DRIVER SIDE, THE BUCKLE FAILED TO RELEASE THE SEAT BELT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO LUBRICATED THE BUCKLE, BUT THE FAILURE WAS PERSISTENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2012-sudden-acceleration-braking","label":"Unintended engine acceleration while braking or stopped","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11650394","quote_1_text":"I have experienced a minimum of four, possibly one or two more, incidents of this vehicle accelerating at a high rate while I have had my foot on the brake. In all of these cases, I was braking to come to a stop - braking quickly and hard in a couple cases. While braking and","quote_2_odi":"11174879","quote_2_text":"I WAS COMING TO A STOPLIGHT AND PRESS THE BRAKES THE CAR CAME TO STOP THEN THE ENGINE REVVED UP VERY FAST. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKES BUT THE ENGINE WAS REVVING VERY FAST THAT I HAD TO USE THE PARKING BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE FROM MOVING FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"10936736","quote_3_text":"WHILE AT A COMPLETED STOP, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS ENGAGED TO STOP THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON THREE OCCASIONS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2012-wiper-motor-failure","label":"Windshield wiper motor and washer pump failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":266,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11687761","quote_1_text":"The windshield pump is not working front and back The wipers turn but no liquid comes out though the tank is full It does not make the sound it normally does when it pumps the windshield liquid Dealer wants almost $200 just to look at it and verify the problem","quote_2_odi":"11528402","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon activating the windshield wipers, the wipers responded erratically. The contact stated that the wipers moved significantly slowly, changed direction, and paused in the center of the windshield. No warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated","quote_3_odi":"11244309","quote_3_text":"I TURNED THE WIPERS ON THE OTHER DAY WHEN IT WAS RAINING, THEY CAME ON AND MADE ONE WIPE UP AND STOPPED ON THE DOWNWARD WIPE. I GOT OUT AND PULLED ON ONE SIDE AND THEY WIPED SEVERAL MORE TIMES THEN STOPPED AGAIN. I PULLED ON THEM AGAIN AND THEY MOVED BUT VERY SLOWLY THEN THEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2013-battery-engine-bay-fire","label":"Battery cable and engine bay fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11759089","quote_1_text":"The system that failed is the 12-volt battery hold-down assembly and associated electrical infrastructure, exactly as described under NHTSA Safety Recall Campaign Number 23V-729 (Toyota Recalls 23TA13 / 23TB13). The vehicle is fully preserved in its post-fire state and is","quote_2_odi":"11451539","quote_2_text":"The battery on my 2013 Toyota Rav4 burst into flames while the engine was going and I was at a traffic stop/intersection. The electrical system failed, car died in place, luckily while at a stop and smoke from the engine compartment filled the car","quote_3_odi":"11271217","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A CITY STREET, ALL THE LIGHTS ON THE DASHBOARD FLASHED ON, THEN OFF. VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY LOST ALL ENGINE AND ELECTRICAL POWER. I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD AND ON TO A PARKING LOT. THINKING THAT A BATTERY CABLE POSSIBLY HAD COME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2013-brake-failure-reduced-stopping","label":"Brake failure and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11445036","quote_1_text":"Brakes failed to stop while parking vehicle with a speed of less than 5 mph hitting landscaping with a young pine tree that made the vehicle stopped. Hit and went over some matured bushes on the landscaped parking lot. The SUV cannot be stopped even brakes were depressed all the","quote_2_odi":"11422084","quote_2_text":"The brake line on the on the driver's side leaked brake fluid on the rotors and pads leading to an increased risk of crash due to lubricated brakes","quote_3_odi":"10746259","quote_3_text":"HI, WE (MYSELF, MY WIFE AND DAUGHTER) HAD AN ACCIDENT DATED 08/02/2015 DUE TO BRAKES IN OUR TOYOTA 2013 RAV 4 DIDN'T FUNCTION. WE WERE TRAVELING AT POSTED SPEED OF 65/HR AND THERE WERE 3 CARS AHEAD OF US THAT BRAKED SUDDENLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2013-paint-peeling-roof-panels","label":"Paint peeling and clear coat delamination on body panels","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11714064","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has experienced premature and widespread paint peeling and clear coat failure on multiple body panels. The paint began deteriorating without impact, collision, or environmental damage and has progressively worsened over time","quote_2_odi":"11670993","quote_2_text":"The paint on the roof of my 2013 Toyota Rav4 has begun to peel (delaminate). I first noticed it in May 2025. More recently, in June, while driving I saw in my rearview mirror what was clearly a chunk of white paint fall off the blowing from the top of my vehicle behind me","quote_3_odi":"10816715","quote_3_text":"\"BLIZZARD PEARL BISQUE\" PAINT PEELING BETWEEN THE WINDSHIELD AND THE SUNROOF. PAINT IS COMING OFF IN LARGE PIECES THE SIZE OF SILVER DOLLARS. PAINT \"BLISTERS\" FIRST THEN JUST FALLS OFF THE ROOF OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2013-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and transmission hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":256,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11638027","quote_1_text":"The vehicle shudders significantly when accelerating/cruising between 35-45 mph. The shudder started slight and did not pose an issue for a while, but now its significant enough that is causes erratic steering","quote_2_odi":"11500287","quote_2_text":"I was experiencing shuddering when I was lightly accelerating 20-50 mph. The dealer's service department says I need to have the torque convertor replaced. Toyota offered extended coverage, but that program ended 11/9/21","quote_3_odi":"11001814","quote_3_text":"TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED SUDDENLY WHILE CROSSING A HIGHWAY BRIDGE WITH NO BREAKDOWN LANE. NO PRIOR WARNING, JUST SUDDEN RPM JUMP TO REDLINE AND NO ABILITY TO ACCELERATE. WAS ABLE TO COAST ACROSS THE BRIDGE TO AN EXIT RAMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-12v-battery-fire-recall","label":"12-volt battery fire and delayed recall 23V734000 remedy","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11637992","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at 45-50 MPH during night hours, a fellow motorist alerted the contact that her vehicle had caught fire from underneath the engine without warning. Upon opening the front, driver-side door, the fire","quote_2_odi":"11585470","quote_2_text":"While driving, front of car ignited. Seems related to unresolved recall: Nov 01,2023 Manufacturer Recall Number23TB13 NHTSA Recall Number23V734 Recall StatusRecall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary Some replacement 12-volt batteries of the size specified for the","quote_3_odi":"11618763","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2014 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while the daughter was driving at 35 MPH, smoke was coming from under the hood and the vehicle lost automotive power. The contact stated that the failure occurred while driving downhill, however, the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-brake-rotor-noise","label":"Premature brake rotor wear and noise","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11154831","quote_1_text":"BRAKES HAVE MADE A HARD SCRATCHING SOUND IF VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN DRIVEN DAILY SINCE ITS PURCHASE. AT 30000 MILE SERVICE, MECHANIC HAS NOTED THAT REAR ROTORS ARE NOT MAKING FULL CONTACT","quote_2_odi":"11101950","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES ALWAYS MADE HARSH SOUNDS AT LOW SPEEDS. AND THE BREAKS WORE OUT BY 30000. THE DEALERSHIP ALSO ADVISED ME THAT MY ROTORS HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11000089","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA RAV4. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THERE WAS A LOUD CLICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL. IN ADDITION, WHEN THE VEHICLE STRUCK A POTHOLE OR WHEN MAKING A TURN, THE CLICKING NOISE WOULD GET LOUDER. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11721326","quote_1_text":"All four of my door lock actuators are not working properly. All four usually don’t work, however once in a great while they will actually lock or unlock. This is a big safety issue because when I think they lock, they don’t. When I drive at night with my daughter in the","quote_2_odi":"11243800","quote_2_text":"AT 46K MILES, DRIVER DOOR LOCK/ACTUATOR BEGAN TO FAIL WHEN UNLOCKING WITH KEYFOB/HAND SENSOR WHEN VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. PRESSING THE LOCK/UNLOCK ON KEY FOB/DOOR PANEL WORKED 50% OF THE TIME. AT 50K MILES, ALL DOORS (DRIVER, PASSENGER, DRIVER REAR, AND PASSENGER REAR) NO LONGER","quote_3_odi":"11001934","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA RAV4. WHEN THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO LOCK THE VEHICLE DOORS, BOTH THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER DOOR LOCKS FAILED TO LOCK AND UNLOCK ELECTRONICALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DOORS HAD TO BE LOCKED AND UNLOCKED MANUALLY. IN ADDITION, THE REAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-eps-steering-seizure","label":"Electric power steering assist loss or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11754570","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Rav4. While driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn, with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The failure was intermittent. The failure lasted for several seconds before the power steering feature returned,","quote_2_odi":"11719827","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH and turning right at an intersection, the steering wheel seized with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact completed the turn, and the steering wheel started","quote_3_odi":"11686288","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the power steering assist intermittently failed to operate as needed, with the maintenance warning light displayed on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and a dealer however, there","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-paint-peeling-blizzard-pearl","label":"Exterior paint peeling on Blizzard Pearl finish","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11623965","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the paint on the hood, the front driver-side door, and the rear passenger-side door was peeling. No warning light was illuminated. The VIN was included in an unknown manufacturer's customer","quote_2_odi":"11599876","quote_2_text":"In reference to Toyota Motor North America - Customer Support Program ZKG. My Toyota vehicle has experienced paint peeling on the exterior metal body panels. I have applied to receive coverage from Toyota for the paint peeling as part of the ZKG Program. Toyota has denied my","quote_3_odi":"11004137","quote_3_text":"THE PAINT ON THE TOP OF THE CAR IS PEELING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2014-radio-infotainment-reboot-loop","label":"Radio and infotainment head unit reboot loop","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":197,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11711594","quote_1_text":"BATTERY DIED MID-DRIVE NOW THE RADIO HEAD UNIT IS IN A BOOT LOOP RENDERING ALL FUNCTIONS UNAVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"11621641","quote_2_text":"The entire computer screen is stuck on the downloading picture. Then it will restart itself and do it all over again. Nothing works. No radio or anything. I’ve been looking online and seeing there is a lot of people with the same issues a but no solutions. How has Toyota not","quote_3_odi":"11119517","quote_3_text":"RADIO NAVIGATION QUIT WORKING AT 52000 MILES.ITS CONSTANTLY REBOOTING. DEALER SAYS NEED NEW RADIO WHICH WILL COST ABOUT $1200.00","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-battery-recall-parts","label":"12-volt battery recall remedy parts unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2025-04 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11624872","quote_1_text":"I'm submitting this formal complaint because the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall remedy of the open recall on my vehicle. The recall was first created on Nov 01,2023 Manufacturer Recall Number: 23TB13 NHTSA Recall Number: 23V734…","quote_2_odi":"11634834","quote_2_text":"recall # 23TB13 manufacturer recall # 23V734 NHTSA 12 volt battery replacement still has no remedy available since recall 11/1/2023…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-03 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11482676","quote_1_text":"Yesterday, on 9/1/2022, my son parked the car on the parking lot of CVS in Tucson, AZ. He turned the car off and locked it and went into the store. While at CVS the car spontaneously burst into flames. More specifically the front of the car burst into flames…","quote_2_odi":"11537737","quote_2_text":"I drove all day for work without issues and when I made a right into my neighborhood, I lost power and power steering. I pulled over and parked my car. I noticed smoke coming from it and popped the hood. The wired connecting to the battery caught fire…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Power liftgate strut and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11738886","quote_1_text":"Purchased less than 2 months ago from Performance Mitsubishi in Delray Beach FL. Lift gate was not opening and closing properly. Yesterday the hinges broke and lift gate won't shut. It appears there is a class action lawsuit for this issue…","quote_2_odi":"11374381","quote_2_text":"LIFT GATE STRUT IS CAUSING MISALIGNMENT OF THE LIFT GATE, SO LIFT GATE SHIFTING AND UNABLE TO OPEN.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2026-01 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11499020","quote_1_text":"I own a White 2015 Rav4 Limited. I bought it used in 2019. I am emailing today due to the issue, like many other RAV4 and other white Toyota vehicles - the paint is peeling. A small piece started to peel at the end of last winter…","quote_2_odi":"11466338","quote_2_text":"The white paint on my vehicle is chipping like crazy. I was told by my insurance company that there was a problem with the white paint on Toyota vehicle from 2008-2019…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-steering-assist-loss","label":"Intermittent electric power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-06 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11697838","quote_1_text":"There is an intermittent loss of the electric power steering assist. The car can't be steered during this loss of power, leading to an extremely high risk of a crash…","quote_2_odi":"11454413","quote_2_text":"Power steering suddenly failed (and dash lights came on) when my wife and 6 year old son were driving down the road at highway speeds nearly causing accident. After turning car off and back on, it was restored…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-05 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11740146","quote_1_text":"Car’s sunroof exploded while driving, was going about 55 on the highway and I heard a loud pop followed by the sound of breaking glass which I found to be my whole sunroof exploding from the inside out…","quote_2_odi":"11281075","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD EXPLOSION. WHEN WE WERE ABLE TO STOP, WE SAW THAT OUR SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED. WE WERE VERY LUCKY THAT THE SHADE WAS CLOSED ON THE WINDOW…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-07 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11578167","quote_1_text":"Transmission shudder between approximately 25-40 mph. Toyota had a recall on some of the 2013-2015 RAV4 for this problem by the vin number. Car shakes and it has stopped running once at a red light","quote_2_odi":"11507548","quote_2_text":"At 100,000 miles my 2015 RAV4 started experience intermittent shuttering during aacceleration when car is shifting gears. It feels like driving over a rumble strip…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-12 (sample: 200 most recent of 302)","source_complaint_count":302,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11491439","quote_1_text":"While leaving the bank parking lot my 2015 Rav 4 started to accelerate while my foot was on the brakes. I barely missed hitting an incoming car. This was not first time something like this happened…","quote_2_odi":"11327926","quote_2_text":"WHILE SLOWLY PULLING INTO OWNERS GARAGE, VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITH HIGH WHINING SOUND. VEHICLE CRASHED INTO GARAGE WALL AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED. FRONT END COMPLETELY DESTROYED, DOORS DO NOT OPEN, RADIATOR LEAKING AND GARAGE CABINET DESTROYED…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-battery-stall-recall","label":"Battery corrosion, stalling and recall 23V734000 delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650491","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_2_odi":"11588077","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while inspecting the engine compartment, he observed abnormal corrosion on the battery terminals","quote_3_odi":"11553113","quote_3_text":"On two occasions as of this date, the engine just shut off while driving my 2016 Toyota RAV 4 XLW AWD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Service brake pedal failure to stop the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"10995701","quote_1_text":"2016 TOYOTA RAV4 WITH 6500 MILES. IN THE LAST 5 WEEKS, THERE HAVE BEEN 3 INSTANCES WHERE THE BRAKE PEDAL PRESSED AND NOTHING HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"11351453","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA RAV4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE SYSTEM FAILED","quote_3_odi":"11592870","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, however, the vehicle failed to stop as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire following stall or smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11657186","quote_1_text":"While shopping at the grocery store, I experienced an incident upon leaving the parking lot. After reaching my first red light, I noticed smoke rapidly billowing from under the hood of my vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11414617","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA RAV4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE HER HUSBAND WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, HE STARTED SMELLING AN ABNORMAL BURNING ODOR BEFORE FLAMES STARTED COMING UP FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD AND OUT OF THE DRIVER'S AND PASSENGER'S SIDE VENTS","quote_3_odi":"11482632","quote_3_text":"While my wife was driving the car it suddenly shutoff. She was in the middle of a turn and was able to get to the side of the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-liftgate-door-lock-failure","label":"Power liftgate and door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11688133","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the liftgate failed to properly close while pressing the electrical buttons on both the key fob and the two liftgate buttons located inside or outside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11630414","quote_2_text":"PBD has not worked properly since I purchased the car [XXX]. It was a 2016 used Rav4 with 54,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11517690","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while opening the rear door using the key fob, the door did not open as needed; however, the door was unlocked","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11622815","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploded while driving on the freeway, approximately 60 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11454473","quote_2_text":"I was driving down a highway on the afternoon of February 26, 2022, when we heard a loud pop. At our next stop, we pulled back the interior sunroof cover and discovered the sunroof had shattered spontaneously","quote_3_odi":"11412949","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY, TRAVELING ABOUT 65MPH WHEN ALL OF THE SUDDEN I HEAR A LOUD BANG","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-taillight-headlight-fog","label":"Exterior lighting fogging and inadequate headlight beam","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11648864","quote_1_text":"Headlights and taillights are fogging/hazing up to where they dimmed out the lights when turned on making is somewhat difficult to see or others behind me to see me","quote_2_odi":"11376241","quote_2_text":"ALL 4 TAIL LIGHTS ARE DEVELOPING A WHITE HAZE ON THE INSIDE OF THE LENS THAT WILL EVENTUALLY AFFECT THE VISIBILITY OF THE AFFECTED SAFETY LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"11268870","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AT NIGHT WITH THE LOW BEAMS ON THE VISIBILITY DISTANCE IS LIMITED TO ABOUT 60 FEET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2016-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and high idle creep","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":235,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11538262","quote_1_text":"I was parking the car in a gravel parking lot. When I pressed the brakes and shifted into park it instead accelerated and went over the side of an enbankment","quote_2_odi":"11139299","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA RAV4. AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND THE GEAR SHIFTER WAS PLACED IN DRIVE, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED","quote_3_odi":"10979422","quote_3_text":"THE RAV 4 HAS AN AGGRESSIVE IDLE SPEED WHICH CAUSE THE CAR TO \"CREEP\" FORWARD WHEN STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-12v-battery-recall-delay","label":"12-volt battery hold-down clamp recall (23V734000) delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11676968","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota RAV4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V734000 (Electrical System); however, upon taking the vehicle to the dealer for the recall repair, the dealer refused to perform the recall repair.…","quote_2_odi":"11647422","quote_2_text":"Toyota has had this open recall for well over a year and has not implemented a fix which is far outside the NHTSA guidelines for a quick remedy. Please use your authority to motivate Toyota to do the correct thing.","quote_3_odi":"11605893","quote_3_text":"There has been a recall on my vehicle (2017 Toyota Rav 4) since November 2023. It is now August 2024. I have not been able to drive my vehicle this entire time and Toyota had done nothing to help me.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11532765","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the contact struck a sign on the side of the road causing front-end damages to the vehicle and the air bags did not deploy.…","quote_2_odi":"11480603","quote_2_text":"While traveling around 40 mph on a roadway another vehicle ran a stop sign approximately 2 feet in front of my vehicle. This vehicle came onto the roadway from a side road at a sustained speed with no braking. I swerved to avoid impact and went over an embankment.…","quote_3_odi":"11309946","quote_3_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT IN A LEFT HAND TURN LANE. A VEHICLE MAKING A LEFT HAND TURN ACCIDENTALLY DROVE HEAD FIRST INTO MY CAR. MY PASSENGER AND I HAD SEAT BELTS ON. THE APPROXIMATE SPEED OF THE OTHER CAR WAS GREATER THAN 10 MILES PER HOUR.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-battery-drain-no-start","label":"Battery drain and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11446929","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that occasionally the vehicle would not immediately start-up, or would take multiple attempts before starting. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, but the cause of the failure was not yet determined.…","quote_2_odi":"11405821","quote_2_text":"WHILE STOPPED AT A STOPLIGHT, MY RAV4 COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN AND THE DASHBOARD FLASHED THE WARNING \"CHARGING MALFUNCTION; SEE OWNER'S MANUAL\". I TOOK MY RAV4 TO THE DEALERSHIP WHERE THEY RAN A FULL INSPECTION AND FOUND ZERO ISSUES.…","quote_3_odi":"11481542","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is on it's 3rd replacement in less than 5 years because it randomly fails. It will not start. This is after I had recently taken my vehicle in for service, where the service technicians have checked the battery performance as \"Good\".…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-brake-wear-stopping-power","label":"Brake wear and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11687684","quote_1_text":"The brake system on my 2017 Toyota RAV4 LE has repeatedly failed to provide normal stopping power, even after the replacement of pads and rotors in July 2025. This poses a serious safety hazard and may indicate a defect in the braking system.","quote_2_odi":"11653409","quote_2_text":"I have put 45,000 miles on the vehicle and have had complete brakes and rotors replaced 3 times. The caliper hangs up every time. As it gets closer to replacement time, I have experienced times when I did not think my car was going to stop.…","quote_3_odi":"11386320","quote_3_text":"I HAVE BEEN COMPLAINING TO THE DEALER SINCE BUYING THE VEHICLE AND WHILE UNDER WARRANTY ABOUT THE BRAKES. I ALMOST GOT MYSELF KILL ON HIGHWAY I25 BECAUSE THE BRAKES FAILED TOTALLY HAVING TO RESORT TO PULLING THE EMERGENCY BRAKE.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine-compartment fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11727377","quote_1_text":"Yesterday March 25th 2026 I went to work and parked my 2017 Toyota RAV4 and about 30minutes later it was on fire in the parking lot. The fire happened around the battery area","quote_2_odi":"11567168","quote_2_text":"This vehicle was involved in a T-Bone crash, where the battery came out and the vehicle caught fire. The driver of this vehicle died at the scene. This involves NHTSA recall number 23V734 & Manufacturer Recall number 23TB13.","quote_3_odi":"11703906","quote_3_text":"My 2017 Toyota RAV4 suddenly caught fire while it was parked in front of my home. The vehicle was turned off and had been parked for several minutes. Without any warning, flames started in the battery area and rapidly spread, resulting in a total loss of the vehicle.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Headlight bulb failure and night illumination","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11507169","quote_1_text":"Both of my headlights burned out at the same time. I was driving on a rural mountain highway at about 7:30pm and was using my adaptive headlights. They were working fine, I noticed no issues, until they both burned out at the same time.…","quote_2_odi":"11432373","quote_2_text":"WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE ALL FRONT HEADLAMPS FAILED SIMULTANEOUSLY LEAVING ME IN THE DARK. DEALER NEXT DAY FOUND BOTH FRONT HEADLAMP BULBS HAD BOTH LOW AND HIGH BEAM FILAMENTS BURNED OUT! THIS MAY HAVE BEEN A CATASTROPHIC ACCIDENT BUT FOR MY FOG LIGHTS.…","quote_3_odi":"11527506","quote_3_text":"Even when properly aimed, with new headlight bulbs, visibility is poor at night. I recently had an incident while driving in town at less than 25 miles hour where I almost hit a deer that I could see on the side of the street…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-liftgate-hinge-latch","label":"Rear liftgate hinge and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11689723","quote_1_text":"My lift gate hinges on my trunk have both bent, making my trunk unable to open. This is a known issue that they have a lawsuit against them for. This is available for inspection upon request.…","quote_2_odi":"11695747","quote_2_text":"The rear lift hatch on my 2017 Toyota RAV4 is not working properly. It can be raised without a problem most of the time but not lowered without a lot of effort and time.…","quote_3_odi":"11592033","quote_3_text":"Hinge failed on the back lift gate, which in turn damaged the cylinder as well. Back lift gate would not close as a result of this failure. Back lift gate could have fallen off of vehicle, possibly resulting in injury or death to others.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":301,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11531426","quote_1_text":"I was slowing at a stop sign and the car suddenly accelerated. My foot was not on the gas pedal but it continued to accelerate causing and accident at an intersection.","quote_2_odi":"11554196","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that the vehicle was parked. The contact stated that upon shifting to drive (D) and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle lurched, accelerated unintendedly, and crashed into the base of a lamp pole;…","quote_3_odi":"11710173","quote_3_text":"I am the driver's husband and the driver was the only one in the car. I assist her to file this report The accident happened around 6 pm on 12.28.2025 My wife was involved in a single car accident in a parking lot.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11745520","quote_1_text":"We were part of a 4 car collision on the freeway. A Ford Expedition that was slammed into then slammed into our RAV. The airbags never deployed and an error code came up saying fail for airbags.","quote_2_odi":"11460591","quote_2_text":"Had an accident and the air bags did not deploy on April 08, 2022. Me and my son got injured. The impact was strong, and my vehicle was dragged about 300' feet on the street and the other vehicles air bags deployed.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-battery-recall-remedy-delay","label":"12-volt battery recall (23V734) remedy delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11640863","quote_1_text":"I’ve been waiting for more than a year for this recall, there is still no remedy for me. This is unacceptable and Toyota has offered me nothing to compensate for my inability to use my vehicle for such a long time. Hoping this complaint can do something before I go to a court.","quote_2_odi":"11632928","quote_2_text":"manufacturer has failed or is unable to remedy this safety recall for your vehicle in a timely manner, Summary Some replacement 12-volt batteries of the size specified for the subject vehicles have smaller top dimensions than others…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment and battery fires","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11555798","quote_1_text":"My 2018 RAV4 caught fire and completely burned in a matter of minutes. I was sitting in traffic that had stalled because of road construction when I first smelled something hot. No dashboard lights or gauges indicated any issues…","quote_2_odi":"11637384","quote_2_text":"On Dec 5, 2024, our 2018 Toyota Rav 4 caught fire in our garage. We had turned on the car for a few minutes and then turned it off. Shortly thereafter smoke came out of the passenger side of the front wheel well and then flames…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-liftgate-misalignment","label":"Power liftgate misalignment and closing failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11532833","quote_1_text":"The rear lift gate on my 2018 RAV4 failed. The lifts went out of alignment and pulled the tailgate out of alignment to the point where it's pulling the hinges off the car and will not close. This is a safety issue because I have to drive with the hatch open…","quote_2_odi":"11691142","quote_2_text":"I purchased my 2018 Toyota RAV4 Limited Hybrid in June 2018. The automatic liftgate has been a consistent issue with this vehicle since January 2024. It either fails to close completely or takes an unusually long time to shut…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine shutdown and electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11748370","quote_1_text":"While I am driving my Toyota RAV4, the car will suddenly shut off and I can restart it and keep driving as the month is going on. The incidents are happening more often and now the dashboard is going black…","quote_2_odi":"11623280","quote_2_text":"Vehicle check engine light comes on, followed within 20 minutes by emergency alerts stating that multiple systems are failing or unavailable. It then says to get to a safe place within .3 miles. The car shuts itself down after .3 and is bricked until it is towed to a mechanic…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11434711","quote_1_text":"Was driving down the highway at 70 MPH and moon roof glass exploded out of nowhere. There were no warning signs and nothing struck the vehicle before the glass shattered.","quote_2_odi":"11686505","quote_2_text":"On September 3, 2025, I was driving down the I-10 in Biloxi, MS, at 6:45 a.m. It was around 75-80 degrees and the sun was just barely coming up. All of the sudden the glass in my sunroof completely shattered…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-torque-converter-shudder","label":"Torque converter shudder and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11732003","quote_1_text":"Malfunction: Mechanical failure of the Torque Converter Clutch. The vehicle exhibits a persistent transmission shudder during acceleration between 25–50 mph. Warning Signs: None. There were no dashboard warning lights or error messages prior to or during the failure…","quote_2_odi":"11551372","quote_2_text":"Last week my transmission suddenly and completely failed while driving on the interstate, creating a major safety concern. I was stranded on the interstate for three hours until I could be towed off. The car only has 56,000 miles on it and there were no warnings…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2018-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop or low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":328,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11685349","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that upon entering her carport in an attempt to park(P), the vehicle surged forward without warning. The vehicle blew through the carport's back wall and crashed into her neighbor's fence…","quote_2_odi":"11430371","quote_2_text":"I was turning into a parking spot at my doctor's office when my car engine revved up and sped through the doctor's office nearly hitting my doctor and another patient. My airbags did not deploy. I had my foot on the brake but it did not stop the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Coolant bypass valve failure and engine overheating","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":69,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11592530","quote_1_text":"\"Engine Maintenance Required Visit Your Dealer\" warning that would not clear for a defective coolant bypass valve. No way to know that this was the issue without taking the vehicle to the dealer. Car began to overheat presenting a danger when driving distances to myself and…","quote_2_odi":"11627064","quote_2_text":"In September 2023 I kept getting a warning on my 2019 Toyota RAV4 saying “engine maintenance required”. My car had roughly 50,000 miles. I was not due for an oil change and I serviced my vehicle regularly. I tried to take it to autozone to read the code but nothing came up and…","quote_3_odi":"11610629","quote_3_text":"A warning message appeared that stated: “Engine maintenance required - Visit your dealer”. At that time my vehicle had 38,796 miles on it. I contacted the Service Advisor at Toyota of Newnan who advised that it was likely the Coolant Bypass Valve on the engine and that they…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-dcm-failure","label":"Data Communication Module failure disabling SOS","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11733750","quote_1_text":"Safety Defect: Data Communication Module (DCM) Failure Affecting Hands-Free Microphone and Safety Connect / SOS Emergency System Vehicle: 2019 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid LE The DCM (which controls both the CarPlay/Bluetooth hands-free microphone and the Safety Connect SOS emergency…","quote_2_odi":"11631969","quote_2_text":"The Data Communication Module has failed in my vehicle. This causes several major distractions and increases the risk of an accident. The media screen in the center of the dashboard will send an alert message every 15 seconds saying that ‘the connected device is not…","quote_3_odi":"11620818","quote_3_text":"A distracting message “a connected device is not supported” flashes on my console screen every 10 seconds. This occurs when there are no device or cable connected. It blocks the clock and driving directions if I am projecting them through CarPlay. The SOS emergency system…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-eps-warnings","label":"Electric power steering warnings and noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-12 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11690813","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the steering wheel seized, and the contact had to use force to maneuver the steering wheel. A yellow light was illuminated, followed by a red light. The message \"Power Steering Malfunction\"…","quote_2_odi":"11674321","quote_2_text":"My car steering wheel is not responding correctly when I drive\". Last week a warning light of faulty steering angle sensor keeps showing on and off. I am afraid that I may crash. I called Toyota to let them know and after verifying my VIN # they want to charge me $185.00…","quote_3_odi":"11641885","quote_3_text":"The electronic power steering light intermittently illuminates, particularly when the start-stop system is engaged. I recently brought my vehicle to the Toyota dealership where a diagnostic test was performed. However, no fault codes or issues were identified at that time…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-hybrid-harness","label":"Hybrid system wiring harness corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11688687","quote_1_text":"Got a \"Hybrid System Malfunction\" notification on my dash and took it to the dealer. I was notified that my high voltage hybrid cable is corroded, and that the vehicle is unsafe to drive. I understand that customer support program 22TE09 exists for this problem, but because my…","quote_2_odi":"11662098","quote_2_text":"While driving at interstate speed and cruise control set, the cruise control stopped working and Cruise Control Malfunction errors, as well as Hybrid System Malfunction errors appeared. With other cars driving so closely behind me, the quick deceleration caught me off-guard and…","quote_3_odi":"11594402","quote_3_text":"SUV showed on the display that there was a Hybrid System Malfunction. SUV is in a Toyota dealership shop in Aberdeen, WA. I called the shop immediately when the notification came up. Was advised that it was OK to drive until check engine light came on, which it didn't. I only…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-liftgate-hinge","label":"Rear liftgate hinge cracking and separation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11737542","quote_1_text":"The rear door (lift gate) hinges are failing and tearing away from the vehicle body, causing misalignment of the rear door, operational failure of the automated lift gate, and water leaking into the interior. This has occurred under normal use conditions. It appears that the…","quote_2_odi":"11722706","quote_2_text":"The rear liftgate began malfunctioning and would intermittently fail to open or close properly. The issue had previously been reported to a Toyota dealership, but the problem could not be reproduced at the time. I noticed recently that the liftgate was not fully closing on the…","quote_3_odi":"11604355","quote_3_text":"The rear power liftgate metal hinges are peeling away from the body of the vehicle. My liftgate doesn't close properly and is out of alignment to stay safely latched closed and has become 100% unusable. There is a 1.5 inch gap (you can see light and water can enter) on rear…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-stall-after-refuel","label":"Engine stall immediately after refueling","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11700238","quote_1_text":"Stopped for gas on 11/6/2025 immediately after getting gas the truck shook twice, the power steering light and engine shut down light came on and the truck turned off. Waited for a few minutes to turn the engine again it wouldn’t start. Got it towed to my nearest dealership who…","quote_2_odi":"11692981","quote_2_text":"I stopped for gas; my car would not start. The power steering fluid light came on. I went inside to purchase some but when I returned to the car, there was no place to pour it. After a few minutes the car started. About a month later, my husband stopped for gas and the car…","quote_3_odi":"11670971","quote_3_text":"Started normally, but had a message on the screen saying “Check Fuel Cap.” I needed gas anyways, drove about 3 minutes to the gas station, turned engine off, put gas. Turned engine back on and within 3 seconds it shut off. The screen displayed “engine stopped- Power steering…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-transmission","label":"8-speed transmission failure and low-speed hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11736751","quote_1_text":"My 2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure suffered a sudden catastrophic transmission failure while driving on the highway on April 28, 2026, resulting in loss of forward gears and a dangerous situation. On April 28, 2026, while traveling in [XXX] , my 2019 Toyota RAV4 Adventure (159,173…","quote_2_odi":"11694789","quote_2_text":"There is a known TSB out for 2019 toyota rav4 and some select other years. The issue is a slow speed transmission issue. It is due to a programming issue. At slow speeds, if you try to go from the brake pedal to the gas pedal too quickly, there is a serious lag before power is…","quote_3_odi":"11727709","quote_3_text":"At 92,000 miles my transmission went out and Toyota told me I need a brand new one. It goes in for routine services. It’s available for inspection. For the last few years I addressed the issues of jerky shift motion and it was blown off every time. It is only 7 years old. It…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2019-water-leaks","label":"Water leaks from roof rails and door seals","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 865 total)","source_complaint_count":865,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-07","quote_1_odi":"11661564","quote_1_text":"I bought my Rav4 in 2019 brand new. For years, anytime there is a hard rain, the doors fill up with water. Water does not drain properly. I brought my car into Toyota a couple of years back. They told me that there was no fix and that when that happens, just to lift up the…","quote_2_odi":"11659192","quote_2_text":"Rear passenger door keeps flooding after rain. Bottom door seal needs to be physically lifted to the side for water to drain out of the door.","quote_3_odi":"11725378","quote_3_text":"I have noticed visible rust forming on the roof, specifically the front drivers side adjacent to the inside edge of the roof rail that runs forward to aft on the vehicle. The same stated rust spot is near where the roof meets the windshield. It is available for inspection upon…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2020-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Coolant bypass valve leak and short","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":57,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":620,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11671670","quote_1_text":"Coolant Bypass Valve failure at 40k miles - 2020 rav4. Replacement at dealership is costing over 800$.","quote_2_odi":"11739682","quote_2_text":"Coolant bypass valve leak. An known issue however dealership will not pay for repairs due to vehicle having 106000 mile. 6000 over what the bulletin 24TE04 states it will cover.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2020-hybrid-harness-corrosion","label":"Hybrid wiring harness corrosion","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":620,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11647146","quote_1_text":"Hybrid System Malfunction. The warning lights came on notifying of an issue with the hybrid system. A certified Toyota service center inspected the vehicle and found the hybrid floor wire traction cable/wiring harness corroded. Issue started 3/1/25, car was inspected on 3/3/25.…","quote_2_odi":"11653453","quote_2_text":"The wiring harness to the lithium battery is corroded, and it is unregulated. My repair shop said the car is unsafe to drive because of the amount of unregulated electricity in the battery. Also, the cruise control doesn't work. My repair shop says this is happening to other…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2020-liftgate-hinge-cracking","label":"Liftgate hinge cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":620,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11735771","quote_1_text":"I am having a failure of my liftgate. My liftgate hinges are cracked and pulling away. The welds are cracked and weak. The liftgate does not close properly. I fear my liftgate will fall off and this could cause safety concerns for other vehicles behind me as well as potential…","quote_2_odi":"11734623","quote_2_text":"The left rear lift gate hinge has warped in such a way the seam sealer can be seen broken and the lift gate is no longer aligned properly so its causing damage to the right side lift gate light assembly as well as the right side taillight.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2020-passenger-airbag-fault","label":"Front passenger airbag fault and recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":620,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11671054","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the…","quote_2_odi":"11730130","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the message \"Air Bag Fault\" was displayed. An independent mechanic was contacted. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic to be diagnosed, and it was determined that the air bag needed to be…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729459","quote_1_text":"I was in a car accident that ended up being a total loss for my vehicle. I was hit head on to the front drivers side and none of my airbags went off. I am aware there was a recall for the passenger airbags, and was actually scheduled to get the repair the…","quote_2_odi":"11682029","quote_2_text":"Airbags did not deploy after head on collision.","quote_3_odi":"11656572","quote_3_text":"The contact called on behalf of her daughter who owned a 2021 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that her daughter was involved in a crash while driving on a main road at 35 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the passenger side of her vehicle at an unknown speed. No…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-airbag-ocs-recall-no-remedy","label":"Passenger airbag OCS sensor recall awaiting remedy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":85,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11698330","quote_1_text":"1. The passenger side airbag has had a recall notification since 12/3/23. It is now 11/8/25. 2. The life and safety of my passengers are at risk. 3. The problem has been confirmed by NHTSA recall notification on 12/3/23, and personal experience. 4. The passenger…","quote_2_odi":"11710211","quote_2_text":"Very upset that the passenger air bag is defective and Toyota refuses to fix this issue, the recall was issued December 20, 2023! I can’t let anyone ride in the front passenger seat, if there was a car accident they might be killed or injured badly… Fix this issue…","quote_3_odi":"11665688","quote_3_text":"Toyota has failed to provide a solution to a small sensor recall for my vehicle for nearly two years. That is an unacceptable delay for something so simple as a sensor.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-coolant-bypass-valve","label":"Engine coolant bypass valve maintenance warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11736285","quote_1_text":"“Required Engine Maintenance- Visit Your Dealer” message came on the dash. After doing some research and troubleshooting; it appeared to be the coolant bypass valve that everyone has had issues with. The problem was then confirmed with a local provider who…","quote_2_odi":"11734654","quote_2_text":"The coolant bypass valve failed and the car is a 2021 Rav 4 LE. I called Toyota and according to the VIN it is not covered for this type of repair. I see quite a few cars have had this same issue, all Toyota's. It was inspected and repaired at a local Toyota…","quote_3_odi":"11613606","quote_3_text":"Keep getting an service engine maintenance message/ check engine light. No codes show up, most likely the coolant bypass valve everyone is having an issue with. Don't receive message when ac is off. Or when blasting heat. Reset and comes back. Needs to be a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11721953","quote_1_text":"On 2/24/2026, while driving down I-5 Freeway, the panoramic sun roof spontaneously shattered while I was driving. It sounded like a gunshot. Nobody was injured. There was no accident. I pulled off the freeway and the WASDOT incident response truck pulled off with…","quote_2_odi":"11700077","quote_2_text":"I was driving for less than 5 minutes when my sunroof exploded and shattered out of nowhere. My safety was put at risk for several reasons - 1) it sounded like a gun shot had come at me while I was operating the vehicle which was extremely startling. 2) Glass…","quote_3_odi":"11695097","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway and my panoramic moonroof spontaneously shattered. It sounded like a gunshot and I didn't realize what had happened until I was able to pull over and examine my car several minutes later. I was very shaken up from the noise and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-power-seat-adjuster-gear","label":"Power seat adjuster gear failure","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11680407","quote_1_text":"The seat stops moving forward and back on one side. This issue is caused by a gear that is prone to breaking in models 2019-2024 on the RAV4. As a result, you can't move your seat forward or backward, and it could get stuck. This is a risk because people need to…","quote_2_odi":"11735282","quote_2_text":"The plastic gears that make the seat move back and forth have failed so I can’t adjust the drivers seat to a proper position. We have 2 drivers of almost a foot different in height. There is a plastic gears that runs against a metal gear. Seat is unusable.","quote_3_odi":"11671679","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SEAT LOCKED IN FULL FORWARD POSITION AND COULD NOT BE ADJUSTED FOR LARGER DRIVER. SEAT TRACK FAILED AND HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF $2400. THIS OCCURRED AFTER ONLY 76,000 MILES OF USE.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-power-steering-voltage-abnormality","label":"Power steering voltage abnormality and shutdown","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11657489","quote_1_text":"It’s been a year since I have owned my 2021Toyota Rav and it has randomly been shutting off with the notice: Power Steering Voltage Abnormality. I have taken the vehicle to get checked but nothing is coming up indicating what the issue is. The battery is fine, the…","quote_2_odi":"11691364","quote_2_text":"Message \"Voltage Abnormality Steering Power Low\" was displayed several times while stopped at traffic lights and the auto stop/start engine feature was engaged. Took vehicle to dealership nothing was done since they could not replicate the issue.","quote_3_odi":"11620314","quote_3_text":"I've seen this error message (voltage abnormality steering power low) a few times whenever we are at a stop light and begin to go. This only happens whenever the Start/Stop function is active so the engine is stopped while not moving. Then once we start going, it…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-rear-traction-motor-cable-corrosion","label":"Rear traction motor cable corrosion in hybrid","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11723795","quote_1_text":"My Toyota hybrid AWD vehicle experienced corrosion of the rear traction motor cable, which Toyota has acknowledged in Service Campaign 25TD01. This corrosion affects the electrical connection to the rear drive motor and can result in loss of AWD propulsion…","quote_2_odi":"11653460","quote_2_text":"Hybrid system failure resulting in vehicle not being drivable at all. Failure is due to corrosion from connector between high voltage harness into rear traction motor. Failure occurred 8,000 miles past warrantee cut-off (100,000) and will require weeks to months…","quote_3_odi":"11597374","quote_3_text":"Cruise control suddenly quit working, alarms for hybrid system malfunction, cruise control malfunction. This is a known issue for Toyota, high voltage leaking out because of a corroded ground. This repair is going to cost around $7,000 out of pocket.. My car is 3…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2021-side-mirror-vibration","label":"Exterior mirror vibration","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04 (sample of 200 most-recent of 370 total)","source_complaint_count":370,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11680638","quote_1_text":"The outer rear-view mirrors on my 2021 Toyota RAV4 vibrate all times, and excessively at highway speeds (approximately 50–70 mph), creating a shaky and distorted image of surrounding vehicles. This failure of the mirror mounting system makes it difficult to…","quote_2_odi":"11728927","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid exhibits significant vibration in both exterior rear-view mirrors beginning at approximately 30 MPH, worsening at highway speeds of 50–70 MPH. Toyota has acknowledged this as a known manufacturing defect via TSB T-SB-0079-20, which…","quote_3_odi":"11674249","quote_3_text":"The side mirrors shake heavily especially on highways. It puts my safety at risk and others as I am unable to properly focus on the road ahead of me when I am trying to clearly see if there are cars behind me while I am changing lanes. It causes me to take extra…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-abs-brake-engagement","label":"ABS engagement and braking behavior over rough roads","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11481351","quote_1_text":"The breaks are failing to stop the car if there is any rough spots in the road it feels like I'm pushing against air, the car jerks, the break pedal will shudder. The car has no warning lights or sounds when this occurs. The car has recently been inspected by the dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11635315","quote_2_text":"I have taken vehicle to Toyota service center numerous times and showed them what the vehicle is doing and they are telling me it’s normal. Its not normal when every bump, manhole, railroad tracks you hit in the road with your foot on the brake when your trying to slow down…","quote_3_odi":"11482815","quote_3_text":"When breaking on dry roads no matter my speed, or how hard I press the breaks, the ABS system kicks in momentarily making my vehicle feel like it’s accelerating vs. stopping. This is very intermittent. Tends to happen more on rough city roads, however it really doesn’t matter.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11507203","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2022 Toyota RAV4. The contact stated that when he was making a left turn at a light, he was involved in a front-end collision. No warning lights were illuminated. The air bags failed to deploy, and the contact stated that he required medical attention for a…","quote_2_odi":"11577399","quote_2_text":"My wife and I were traveling down SR74 mp 12 and rear ended a cow at 68 miles per hour. The airbags did not deploy from impact and yet the car is totaled the hood started through the safety glass of the windshield.","quote_3_odi":"11562109","quote_3_text":"I was in a collision which was a tbone situation on the drivers side and the drivers side or front airbags did not deploy.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-door-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion and accumulation in doors","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11664036","quote_1_text":"When it rains, the water goes inside the door. So I have lots of water in my door. Toyota didn’t properly seal the outside of the door.","quote_2_odi":"11620340","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while either driving at various speeds or coming to a stop, a moving water sound would emit from both the rear driver and passenger side doors. The contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer on multiple occasions to…","quote_3_odi":"11662534","quote_3_text":"Vehicle Information: Year/Make/Model: 2022 Toyota RAV4 LE VIN: [XXX] Owner: [XXX] Summary of Problem: Water is building up inside the doors of my 2022 Toyota RAV4 LE. I purchased this vehicle brand new, and I’ve had several problems back-to-back. When I took the car to the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-engine-stall-rain","label":"Engine stall with \"Steering Power Low\" message","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11567889","quote_1_text":"Safety issue: \"Engine Stopped/Started: Due to Steering Power Low\" Yesterday, it was heavy rain. My new 2022 RAV4 shut down and would not start due to the warning sign \"Steering Power Low.\" I restarted a few times, but the whole car was jerking and the rpm's were fluttering up…","quote_2_odi":"11665547","quote_2_text":"Engine shuts off with exposure to rain.","quote_3_odi":"11719600","quote_3_text":"I was driving home in the rain for about 75 minutes and when I arrived in my driveway I saw steam coming from the front grille area. It wasn't due to a high engine coolant temperature so I decided to carefully open the hood and check for the source. I saw water inside the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and audio failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11722950","quote_1_text":"My infotainment screen went black while I was driving at night and it will not come back on. There was no warning. I took it to the dealer and they said that the system had failed. I saw on line that there was a recall for this very issue but my car is a '22 and not included…","quote_2_odi":"11707105","quote_2_text":"The infotainment screen and its buttons do not work. All I see when parked or driving is an unresponsive black screen. There was no warning prior to the screen not functioning.","quote_3_odi":"11592006","quote_3_text":"The Multimedia dashboard is completely blank. Not able to use sound, gps, music, etc. Cant set time or any adjustments to vehicle. This seems to be a manufacturing issue. Dealer said there is nothing they can do about it. Was told will need to pay $1600 to replace it.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof/moonroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11729230","quote_1_text":"The sunroof shattered while I was driving. There were no other vehicles around me or on the street. I heard a loud bang and glass rained down on me. The glass is pitched upward like it exploded from the inside. There is no other damage to my car. I had no warning other than…","quote_2_odi":"11597369","quote_2_text":"On [XXX], I opened the unblemished retractable glass roof of my 2022 RAV4 XSE. The rear windows were rolled down approximately 4 inches. No other cars/people were in front, next to, or behind me. As I accelerated to approximately 35 mph, I heard an explosive blast and peered…","quote_3_odi":"11700925","quote_3_text":"The Panoramic Sunroof Shattered on its Own out of nowhere. It just made loud noise. we thought it was tire, but car did not make move, looking above we saw the panoramic section of sunroof shattered. I went to dealer, they said there is a point of contact (means something has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11714277","quote_1_text":"Driving up a slope of about 20-30 degrees gradient of a straight lane going into a private parking lot. Braked and decided to make a 3-point turn to get back out. There was no traffic in the lane. Put gear on reverse while on the slope with the vehicle pointing in the up…","quote_2_odi":"11699459","quote_2_text":"At the car wash while slowly pulling (1mph) into a parking space to vacuum the vehicle the car unexpectedly accelerated. The brakes failed and the car continued to accelerate until forced into park and turning off the vehicle. During the acceleration there was a grinding…","quote_3_odi":"11491162","quote_3_text":"Car automatically accelerated when slowing down to make a turn into parking lot. Car is only a few months old and has 7,000 miles on it.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2022-windshield-crack","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11499826","quote_1_text":"I just want it in writing that my windshield just randomly cracked. It was parked and nothing hit it and it just cracked.","quote_2_odi":"11492960","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she noticed that the front windshield started to form a crack from the front passenger’s side over to the driver’s side of the windshield. The contact stated that the crack had…","quote_3_odi":"11482493","quote_3_text":"I purchased a brand new Toyota RAV4 Hybrid XLE on June 30, 2022 and on my first drive, 6.4 miles from the dealership to my home, the the windshield developed a crack on the driver's side. It is available for inspection. Both Toyota and Safelite say they are having supply…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-adas-multi-system-malfunction-warnings","label":"Multiple ADAS warning lights activating simultaneously","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700928","quote_1_text":"Vehicle shows multiple safety systems malfunction and display warning messages. The vehicle displays repeated alerts including LTA (Lane Tracing Assist) Malfunction, Pre-Collision System Malfunction, RSA (Road Sign Assist) Malfunction, and Headlight System Malfunction","quote_2_odi":"11748789","quote_2_text":"Back up camera stopped working screen is black when put into reverse. Approximately 2 weeks after camera stopped working warnings appeared on dash headlight system malfunction pre collision system malfunction rear cross traffic alert malfunction blind spot monitor malfunction…","quote_3_odi":"11698048","quote_3_text":"While driving or idling, the pre-collusion, RSA malfunction, Headlight system malfunction,  and LTA system malfunction will go off as well as my navigation on my screen. Its been going on and off for 7 months now. It works, then it doesn't","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Electronic door lock actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:ELECTRONIC LOCK/LATCH ACTUATOR","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757071","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a premature and dangerous failure of the electronic door lock actuators on my 2023 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE. The issue began with the driver’s door lock intermittently failing to respond to the key fob and the internal master switch. Shortly after, the rear passenger…","quote_2_odi":"11750978","quote_2_text":"Door locks not working front doors had actuators replaced after about a year and a half . They have since went out again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-engine-stop-steering-power-low-rain","label":"Engine stall with 'Steering Power Low' message in rain","component_code":"ENGINE, STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11499456","quote_1_text":"Yesterday  I drove an hour in the rain for the first time in my brand new 2023 rav4. I pulled into a parking lot, put it in park and all of the sudden my car starting stuttering/jerking/jolting the whole car, the rpm's were fluttering up and down between 2-3, the car engine…","quote_2_odi":"11701720","quote_2_text":"May 31,2025 I was driving down Rt 80, pouring rain when traffic comes to a complete stop due to accident ahead. Car starts shaking, sputtering and shuts down. Same message code as always. I turned the car completely off as not to kill battery and started to goggle the RAV4. I…","quote_3_odi":"11659130","quote_3_text":"UNKNOWN: It happened during a heavy storm on my 40 miles to work and all the symbols lights suddenly lit up on the dashboard.  The car died and the steering wheel got heavy when I tried to pull to the emergency lane.  Luckily I was able to pull over, but it almost caused an…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment/instrument panel screen blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742009","quote_1_text":"The display goes black and then will restart.  It foes this over and over.  The navigation and other features can’t be used and it will not stay on long enough to try and update","quote_2_odi":"11685598","quote_2_text":"While starting my rav4 prime, the instrument panel (gas gauge, speedometer, battery life, etc) went black.  Took it to 3 different Toyota dealers; 2 sent me away and the 3rd said I can’t drive the car anymore.  Service tech said it’s the 3rd one he’s seen with the instrument…","quote_3_odi":"11525670","quote_3_text":"For the last six months our vehicle has had it's infotainment system malfunction. It shuts off unexpectedly while driving or stopped. It shuts off and on  repeatedly as if car is turning on and off. The bright warning sign will show and proceed to act normal then again 5-10…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-rear-door-water-intrusion","label":"Rear passenger door water accumulation","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR ","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11604305","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while cleaning the vehicle, the contact became aware that there was water coming from the rear passenger’s side door. The contact opened the rear passenger’s side door, and water poured onto the ground. Additionally, the…","quote_2_odi":"11693810","quote_2_text":"When driving, I occasionally hear a sloshing sound. After inspecting the vehicle, I realized it was coming from the rear passenger door of the RAV4. After putting down large bowls to catch the water, I pulled up on the rubber weather strip at the bottom of the rear passenger…","quote_3_odi":"11675480","quote_3_text":"Rear passenger door drain is not clearing water and is building up in door frame. Have to pull back bottom of door trim to get the water to clear","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof/moonroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11544876","quote_1_text":"The moonroof on this vehicle shattered without warning as I was driving on the freeway. It sounded like a loud boom and when i looked up the tempered glass was falling on me and inside my 2023 Rav4.  This is a huge safety issue and im not only concerned about my safety but how…","quote_2_odi":"11742484","quote_2_text":"I was driving across a mountain pass in Washington State at an elevation of approximately 4,000 ft. With no warning I hear a very loud noise, sounding like a gunshot. I was in pretty heavy traffic and pulled over as soon as it was safe. A walk around the car revealed no…","quote_3_odi":"11617270","quote_3_text":"While driving at about 30 mph on [XXX]  on Sunday, [XXX] at [XXX] the moonroof suddenly exploded. It sounded like a gunshot and startled me.  I was not going under an overpass, there were no people nearby who would have thrown anything at the car, and I was not following another…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-transmission-hesitation-jerk","label":"Transmission hesitation and jerk during acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563809","quote_1_text":"I am an owner of new 2023 RAV4 and believe some of the newer 2023 & 2024 Toyota Rav4 models with ICE (non-hybrid) have a potentially dangerous defect with the transmission system, which causes these cars to jerk and stutter when the gas pedal is lightly depressed (light…","quote_2_odi":"11725439","quote_2_text":"The 2023 Toyota RAV4 8-speed transmission is catastrophically defective and poses an immediate safety hazard. It exhibits severe hesitation, slipping, and lurching when accelerating from a stop or low speed, and when attempting to merge into high-speed traffic (I-15/Las Vegas)…","quote_3_odi":"11561314","quote_3_text":"The vehicle several occasions been unresponsive to accelerate.  This has happened on two separate occasions (days) in which the vehicle would not accelerate.  The first occurrence was right after I purchased the car and drove it the first full day I owned it in September 2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2023-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":149,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551174","quote_1_text":"I was coasting into a parking space (at 6.8 mph) and as I attempted to park, the car suddenly accelerated and went up and over the concrete rectangle park stop and smashed into a brick building (12.4 mph) and went back over the park stop before the engine in the vehicle finally…","quote_2_odi":"11592021","quote_2_text":"My 2023 RAV unexpectedly and very forcibly accelerated on its own when I was pulling into a parking space. Luckily I am in the habit of parking my RAV far away from other vehicles in parking lots when the option exists. The first ‘acceleration and/or braking’ malfunction…","quote_3_odi":"11607856","quote_3_text":"While making a slow right turn into a carport (1-2 mph), the vehicle suddenly accelerated on its own and crashed into the carport wall, continued to full throttle causing the tire to skip along side of the wall.   The vehicle is currently not being used as we continue with the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-brake-noise-and-response","label":"Brake noise or reduced stopping response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11718969","quote_1_text":"break in the rough road the brake is not working. The car is shaking before break. Looks like break is sleeping. always happen when you drive in the rough road if you need to break, the brake is not working properly. Something is off. It happens always when you drive in the…","quote_2_odi":"11702054","quote_2_text":"Front Brake Squeal/Squaek Noise when light or moderate braking. Started around 10000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"11644543","quote_3_text":"While trying to stop on red light, I noticed break did not have enough strength and it was skidding a for second and break suspended message appeared on dash board. I went to Toyota dealership and they said if they can't replicate the problem, fee of $225 need to be charged. And…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-engine-stall-rain-steering-power-low","label":"Engine shutdown with steering power low warning after rain","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11725047","quote_1_text":"I was driving the car for 25 minutes over main roads and freeway. There was lots of rain and water on the roadways, plus we just had major snowfall recently that was melting. I get to my destination and had my car in idle for 7 minutes in park. I shift into Drive and my car…","quote_2_odi":"11581089","quote_2_text":"After driving the vehicle in the rain, pulled into work and the car died. Would not restart, it popped up with power steering low error code. After leaving work car started right up and drove normal. Searching online and a lot of other people are having same issue, causing there…","quote_3_odi":"11642561","quote_3_text":"It was raining and we drove about an hour, parked and shutoff car, went into the store, came back out and car would not turn on. Error message that came up was “Engine Stopped Sterring Power Low” This is a brand new car just bought last year. We kept trying to turn car on and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-gps-carplay-navigation-drift","label":"GPS/CarPlay navigation showing incorrect vehicle location","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11738848","quote_1_text":"I apologize if this does not meet the NHTSA bar of a safety hazard. It does reduce the ability for hands free navigation and acts as a distraction for drivers. Toyota Rav4s have very poor GPS tracking which makes the directions in the integrated head unit and guage cluster very…","quote_2_odi":"11720482","quote_2_text":"The Apple CarPlay/navigation system in our 2024 Toyota RAV4 consistently drifts and displays incorrect vehicle location while driving. Navigation apps (Apple Maps, Google Maps, Waze) provide inaccurate positioning and incorrect directions. This creates a distraction and unsafe…","quote_3_odi":"11608491","quote_3_text":"I am unable to use any GPS system when connected to the Multimedia function via Apple CarPlay. The location of the car on the maps is inaccurate. I could be a few feet to a few miles off. I called Toyota Brand Engagement to report this. Initially I asked if they could give me a…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-hood-vibration-highway-speed","label":"Hood vibration or flutter at highway speed","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11727830","quote_1_text":"The hood on the Rav4 has excessive vibration at speeds 60 to 70 mph. This is very distracting to the driver. It was reported to the Toyota dealer (Gettle of Charlotte County Florida). Their response was they drove another one on the lot it had the same issue. It has happened…","quote_2_odi":"11618615","quote_2_text":"Brand new vehicle recently purchased 9/28/2024 at the Dealership, Toyota of AA, Michigan. While driving at highway speeds greater than 70 mph, the flimsy hood balloons/bubbles up and starts flexing visibly and violently with almost 2 inch amplitude waves and looks like it wants…","quote_3_odi":"11622532","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the hood was shuddering significantly. Additionally, the contact stated while driving at various speeds, the hood shuddered and rose continuously while remaining closed. The contact pulled over…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Multimedia display screen going blank while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11723075","quote_1_text":"The 12.3 in multi media display keeps going blank while driving I have taking it back a couple of times and still does it on the way back from a trip this year the screen went blank while I was using the map in a city and about got into a accident","quote_2_odi":"11719033","quote_2_text":"The vehicle's dashboard and 9.5\" screen go blank while driving down the road. It is random at times and you have no idea how fast you are traveling, viewing screen, etc.. It just goes completely black. The Certified Toyota dealer says that there is a recall on the 12.5\" screens…","quote_3_odi":"11697825","quote_3_text":"The display panel keeps going blank. I called the dealer months ago to notify them and was told they have not been notified of ANY recalls!!! I called two weeks ago to be told there IS a recall but nothing is available to correct this issue! The backup camera is useless at…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11739794","quote_1_text":"The trim around the sunroof is cracked and causing a leak. I took the vehicle to South Hills Toyota in Cannonsburg PA, for maintenance and state inspection, specifically identifying this issue. The car is less than 2 years old still under warranty Initially I was told it was not…","quote_2_odi":"11732651","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the Interstate and my sunroof exploded without apparent cause. This was in Colorado, and there was a change in altitude, so I thought perhaps a difference in pressure might have played a part. There were no cars in front of me nor any visible debris. I was…","quote_3_odi":"11622545","quote_3_text":"I was traveling on the interstate this morning, driving approx 70mph in 55 degree weather when the sunroof exploded and glass shattered everywhere inside my vehicle. The sunroof was closed at the time, and the interior cover was opened, so the glass was all over me and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration while parking or at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-06","quote_1_odi":"11719013","quote_1_text":"On 12/24/25 I was pulling into a parking space, took foot off accelerator to brake and vehicle suddenly accelerated and engine revved. I kept pushing the brake, but the vehicle kept lurching forward and slammed into car parked in front of me before finally stopping. My vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11627159","quote_2_text":"Two week old 2024 RAV4 hybrid with less than 300 miles. In my driveway I put car in drive and it suddenly and aggressively accelerated. It would not stop or slow despite my attempts to brake, trying to avoid collision all I could do was steer to avoid impact. Finally grazed a…","quote_3_odi":"11591815","quote_3_text":"The car self accerated while I was pulling into a parking spot and hit a cement wall. The brake sign came on and I braked. Damage to the front of vehicle and the collision sensor was demolished.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-display-blackout-recall","label":"Instrument display blackout under electrical recall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719793","quote_1_text":"The owner received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V595000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair","quote_2_odi":"11713175","quote_2_text":"I am aware of a recall for the screens turning off randomly while driving, especially in reverse while using the back up camera. My VIN was not included in the recall, though this has been happening to me","quote_3_odi":"11699338","quote_3_text":"While reversing vehicle screen went blank once and another time flickering on screen, felt safety issue reversing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-engine-stall-steering-power-low","label":"Engine stall with steering power loss warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753616","quote_1_text":"Drove home vehicle under 20,000 miles 2025, got to drove way parked and car stalled shaking amd stated steering power low, and shut off. Tried to re start it and did the same thing stalled shook amd shut off with the same warning. No previous issues","quote_2_odi":"11699590","quote_2_text":"While waiting in a drive-thru with “hold” feature enabled, car vibrated abnormally and shut off by itself. When I attempted to restart the vehicle, I received an error message “Engine Stopped. Steering Power Low” and another screen also appeared that said, “Not Ready to Drive","quote_3_odi":"11727636","quote_3_text":"On two separate occasions, my car has shaken violently and stopped both times while idling one in my driveway one at a stoplight and then an alert that says engine stopped steering power low came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-infotainment-navigation-glitch","label":"Infotainment display and navigation malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755990","quote_1_text":"While driving with apple carplay and maps displayed for directions, Toyota's Experience Drive Connect screen appears on display. The only way to get back to navigation is to pull over shut the car off, or reboot the display by holding the volume button in","quote_2_odi":"11749804","quote_2_text":"Navigation system does not place the car in the correct location. The location will shift and \"float\" while trying to navigate. Toyota has acknowledged that the navigation failure is due to a firmware issue with no current available solution or repair","quote_3_odi":"11738833","quote_3_text":"The multimedia screen which shows the map and direction guidance became to blank occasionally, just white grey since February 2026. I immediately lost the direction. It could be back by restarting the engine at the beginning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-service-brake-failure","label":"Service brake power loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742361","quote_1_text":"The brakes have been overly sensitive... but then, without warning, braking power is completely lost. This has happened on 2 separate occasions... the pedal goes all the way to the floor and provides ZERO braking power. We can no longer trust this car on the road","quote_2_odi":"11734963","quote_2_text":"On April 29, 2026 around 10:00 PM, my 2025 Toyota RAV4 experienced sudden brake failure. The pedal became hard and I lost stopping and steering power","quote_3_odi":"11690029","quote_3_text":"Stopped to allow a car to pass. Once the car passed, there was acceleration of the engine but the car would not move. When the car gear was changed to park and then back to drive, it would not move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-spontaneous-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and window glass shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756950","quote_1_text":"I heard what sounded as a large and loud explosion. The car continued to drive just fine but within minutes I realized the panoramic sunroof roof exploded","quote_2_odi":"11743586","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving under normal conditions, the contact heard an abnormally loud, violent, and shattering sound. The contact then noticed that the moonroof glass panel had exploded without impact, causing shattered glass to fall inside the cabin","quote_3_odi":"11755096","quote_3_text":"Driving at 70mph on the freeway when the rear windshield blew out. Seemingly for no reason. Didn't sound like anything hit the windshield, just the pop of the glass. Seems like a defective windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748090","quote_1_text":"Sudden self-acceleration by new RAV4 hybrid with less than 1000 miles on it. I made a hard left at low speed onto an uphill residential street. Saw a car backing down the street 1/2 block ahead so I took my foot off accelerator to slow down","quote_2_odi":"11737474","quote_2_text":"On 2/28/2026 at 7:45 AM, while entering a private driveway at under 5 MPH to park, my 2025 Toyota RAV4 Hybrid SE (VIN [XXX] , 3,164 miles) suddenly and involuntarily accelerated without driver input. I categorically affirm I did NOT press the accelerator","quote_3_odi":"11721892","quote_3_text":"We were on a funeral procession when suddenly the car accelerated at a very high speed and hit the end of guard rail head on. My wife on the passenger side and two people at the back were all taken to the emergency room","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall separation and blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745582","quote_1_text":"Properly inflated at all times \"Firestone Destination LE2 225/65R17\" tire ruptured suddenly! There is a 1\" radial slit in the sidewall near the beginning of the tread line","quote_2_odi":"11714598","quote_2_text":"Traveling on interstate, 60 mph. All of a sudden, I heard a loud noise followed by a thump. Managed to get off the exit and pulled over onto the shoulder. Noticed the sidewall had separated from the tread of the tire","quote_3_odi":"11676482","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the Highway at 70 mph and the rear passenger tire blew out. Thank God I was able to stopped the car safely and no one was injured. It was a scary moment and it is still is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2025-windshield-optical-defect","label":"Windshield optical distortion and stress cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698615","quote_1_text":"The windshield is warped and distorted. The dealership also told me that they can also see the warp in it. The original windshield was replaced, and the new one also has the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11657321","quote_2_text":"The contact was experiencing dizziness, nausea, and lack of focus in vision while in the driver's seat and looking through the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11727535","quote_3_text":"There is a stress fracture to the windshield starting at the bottom of the glass where it attaches to the body of the car, below the wipers. It’s not a chip nor was it caused by an object. It’s a semi circle crack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-12v-battery-undercharge","label":"12-volt battery undercharging and SRS warning","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07-08 → 2026-07-12","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749823","quote_1_text":"When my wife left for work the car displayed an SRS/airbag warning on the dash.  It was running so she decided to go to work, but turned around after a few miles when she realized all of the driver assist systems were also disabled.    When she got home I checked the battery…","quote_2_odi":"11749012","quote_2_text":"Shortly after taking delivery of the vehicle, I began receiving multiple warning lights and error messages. Because I was concerned that a brand-new vehicle was experiencing these issues, I took it to my local Toyota dealership for diagnosis.  According to the service…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-adas-system-malfunction","label":"Multiple ADAS system malfunction warnings","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, SEAT BELTS, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05-17 → 2026-07-20","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738368","quote_1_text":"The dashboard is showing a general “System Malfunction – Visit Your Dealer” message along with several driver-assist warning icons. The illuminated symbols appear to relate to the car’s ADAS / safety systems (advanced driver assistance systems), including:  Lane keeping / lane…","quote_2_odi":"11751660","quote_2_text":"Multiple alerts triggered simultaneously: Drive-Start Control System, AWD System, Check Engine, Integrated System Warning (TSS malfunction), and Hybrid System. The vehicle would not power on for 15-20 minutes, after which it powered on with some functionality restored","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-ghost-braking-aebs","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-03-09 → 2026-08-13","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756758","quote_1_text":"While traveling about about 35 MPH the car suddenly braked hard and the warning light came on.. No cars of objects were in the road on any side, Then on XXX, we were traveling onXXX in the far left lane heading south in [XXX]. We were traveling at 70 MPH with no cars in front of…","quote_2_odi":"11722993","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway with my family, I was passing a semi-truck when the vehicle suddenly and aggressively applied the brakes without any warning. The braking was strong enough that the vehicle shook violently and nearly caused me to lose control","quote_3_odi":"11735012","quote_3_text":"While driving on a freeway at approximately 65–70 mph, the vehicle suddenly applied the brakes without any apparent obstacle ahead. A warning message “LOOK AHEAD” appeared on the dashboard at the same time. There were no vehicles, pedestrians, or objects in front of my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-hybrid-powertrain-shutdown","label":"Hybrid powertrain shutdown and loss of propulsion","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-06-19 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755954","quote_1_text":"The hybrid powertrain system shut down while the vehicle was in motion. The instrument cluster displayed \"Hybrid System Malfunction Do Not Tow This Vehicle\" along with check engine light / a multitude of other warnings. The vehicle lost all propulsion and would not restart","quote_2_odi":"11745314","quote_2_text":"While driving at about 50 mph, the vehicle suddenly decelerated as though braking (without me pressing the brake pedal) and would not accelerate when I pressed the accelerator. At the same time, these warnings appeared: \"Hybrid Startup Malfunction,\" \"Hybrid System Malfunction,\"…","quote_3_odi":"11751660","quote_3_text":"while driving on a local road at under 600 miles from purchase (590 on odometer), the dashboard displayed a warning that something was critically wrong and instructed the driver to pull over immediately. Once pulled over, the vehicle lost the ability to shift and became fully…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-sunglass-holder-latch","label":"Overhead sunglass holder latch opening while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-07-03 → 2026-07-16","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748146","quote_1_text":"The sunglasses holder suddenly popped open while driving, causing my sunglasses to fall out and me to swerve. This could have caused an accident. The sunglasses holder continues to pop open by itself, especially in hot weather or when hitting bumps in the road","quote_2_odi":"11742640","quote_2_text":"As I was traveling on the highway, the sunglasses holder opened and my sunglasses fell out and impaired my vision. FORTUNATELY, I was able to maintain control of the vehicle and the glasses did not fall to the floor and interfere with the gas or brake pedal operation","quote_3_odi":"11750922","quote_3_text":"the overhead sunglass holder does not remain securely closed. While driving, the holder opened unexpectedly and my glasses fell into the driver’s footwell near the brake pedal. The glasses interfered with my ability to operate the brake pedal safely","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"RAV4","model_slug":"rav4","cluster_id":"rav4-2026-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and rear window glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-05-04 → 2026-07-23","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752375","quote_1_text":"The sunroof shattered unprovoked driving at highway speeds","quote_2_odi":"11739312","quote_2_text":"While driving on the freeway, I heard a loud explosive sound and pulled over to inspect my car. I found the panoramic sunroof glass shattered, but there were no signs of impact or objects hitting the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11735616","quote_3_text":"Heard loud pop.   When parked checked and rear driver side triangle window was totally cracked with small hole - cracking/shattering on inside.   Outer layer shows cracks (like spider web) but still has surface intact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/rav4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"exhaust-heat-melts-rear-bumper-towing","label":"Rear bumper melting from exhaust heat while towing","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10351093","quote_1_text":"2010 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. BRAND NEW. BUMPER BEGAN TO MELT FROM EXTREME HEAT EMITTING FROM EXHAUST PIPE. STRONG SMELL OF SMOKE IN VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10475566","quote_2_text":"DISCOVERED REAR BUMPER WAS SEVERELY BURNED AROUND TAIL PIPE AFTER PULLING A TRAILER","quote_3_odi":"11032316","quote_3_text":"WHILE TOWING 6000 LB TRAVEL TRAILER HEAT EXITING THE EXHAUST HAS MELTED REAR BUMPER COVER NEAR EXHAUST TIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"intermittent-electrical-malfunctions","label":"Intermittent electrical malfunctions and power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10658727","quote_1_text":"CAME OUT LATER AND SAW THAT DASH BOARD LIGHTS WERE STILL ON. NOTHING ELSE WAS ON (DOME LIGHTS, RADIO, HEATER, ETC.)","quote_2_odi":"10585097","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2010 SEQUOIA WE HEAR A CLICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE DRIVER SIDE VENTS AND UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL, A SECOND LATER THE RADIO GOES OUT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"rear-tailgate-latch-and-door-lock-failures","label":"Rear tailgate latch and door lock failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10340951","quote_1_text":"LATCH ON REAR TAILGATE BROKE WITH 62K MILES AND 2.5 YEARS INTO OWNING NEW VEHICLE PURCHASED FROM DEALER","quote_2_odi":"10811540","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THE REAR DOOR LATCH WAS CORRODED AND MELTED AWAY. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO OPEN THE REAR DOOR","quote_3_odi":"11207619","quote_3_text":"THE REAR HATCH DOOR LOCK LOOKED LIKE IT HAD GOTTEN WATER DAMAGE AND HAS BEEN GETTING STUCK, MORE NOW THAN WHEN I GOT IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"unintended-acceleration-speed-control","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control anomalies","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11441486","quote_1_text":"while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and the speed continued to increase","quote_2_odi":"10550075","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS STARTED AND PUT INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY BEGAN TO ACCELERATE. BRAKE WAS STEPPED ON AND DEPRESSED WITH BOTH FEET, BUT THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO SPIN TIRES TRYING TO ACCELERATE TO A MAXIMUM SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10314557","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING OUR VEHICLE, THE ENGINE SUDDENLY REVVED UP ON ITS OWN WITHOUT THE ACCELERATOR BEING DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2012-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake rotor vibration when braking downhill","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10644747","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHEN BRAKING DOWNHILL AT AROUND 60-65 MPH. THIS STARTED AT 15000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE. TOYOTA DEALER SAID THE ROTORS WERE WARPED","quote_2_odi":"10532639","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE BEGAN SHAKING VIOLENTLY WHEN BRAKING DOWNHILL AT AROUND 60-65 MPH. THIS STARTED AT 5000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2012-door-lock-ignition-elec","label":"Door lock actuator and ignition switch failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11006546","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A SAFETY ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE THAT TOYOTA IS NOT COVERING UNDER WARRANTY AND I THINK IT SHOULD BE A RECALL. I HAVE HAD 3 DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL AND THE DOORS WILL NOT LOCK OR UNLOCK AUTOMATICALLY","quote_2_odi":"11005497","quote_2_text":"ELECTRIC DOOR LOCKS FAILED ON ALL 4 DOORS. TWO WERE REPLACED BY TOYOTA UNDER WARRANTY. THEY MADE ME PAY TO REPLACE ONE AND THEY REFUSED TO REPLACE THE OTHER","quote_3_odi":"10566518","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY WOULD SPORADICALLY BECOME STUCK IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERWHERE IT WAS ADVISED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2012-esc-vsc-warning-lights","label":"Stability control warning light illumination","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2015-09","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10763811","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING, THE ANTI-SLIP BRAKE LIGHT CAME ON, FOLLOWED IMMEDIATELY BY THE BRAKE LIGHT. THE CONDITIONS WERE DRY AND I WAS ON A STRAIGHT CITY STREET SO THERE WAS NO REASON FOR IT TO LIGHT UP","quote_2_odi":"10644752","quote_2_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS MY TRACTION CONTROL LIGHTS COMES ON. I DO NOT NOW WHAT CAUSES IT NOR CAN I MAKE IT HAPPEN IT IS A RANDOM OCCURRENCE","quote_3_odi":"10625823","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2002 TOYOTA SEQUOIA & HAVE HAD ABOUT 7 INSTANCES SINCE THE BEGINNING OF AUGUST WHERE TRAC OFF TRAC VSC AND SLIP INDICATOR LIGHT ALL COME ON WHILE CAR LOCKS UP AND BEEPING NOISE ALL WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2012-paint-body-corrosion","label":"Paint peeling and body panel corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11670515","quote_1_text":"I am filing a formal complaint regarding a known paint defect on my 2012 Toyota Sequoia, painted in Blizzard Pearl (paint code 070)","quote_2_odi":"11487048","quote_2_text":"The rear door latch for the lift gate malfunctioned and wouldn’t release. The power motor for the lift gate continued to work, trying to lift the rear gate. The result was bending the left gate hinge and hinge mounting area","quote_3_odi":"11400244","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE HAS BEEN RUSTING ONLY ON THE REAR HATCH SINCE 2019. IT'S RUSTING AROUND THE WIPER ASSEMBLY AND NEAR THE LATCH ASSEMBLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2012-stall-unintended-accel","label":"Engine stalling and unintended acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10484018","quote_1_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE HAS HAD IDLE/ACCELERATOR PROBLEMS, ERRATIC PROBLEMS WITH EXCESSIVE TRANSMISSION DOWNSHIFTING, RACING, SURGING, AND FLUCTUATION OF ENGINE RPM'S, MAKING THE VEHICLE DIFFICULT TO STOP SAFELY","quote_2_odi":"10822246","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED BUT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND THE VEHICLE DECREASED IN SPEED","quote_3_odi":"11654129","quote_3_text":"My engine is stalling, not cycling fuel properly and has left me stranded. Then other times fires up normally","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2018-adas-sensor-malfunction","label":"Blind spot and cross traffic sensor malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2021-07","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11065804","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA SEQUOIA. ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ADAPTIVE COLLISION WARNING SENSOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND BACK ON, AND THE VEHICLE WOULD RESET ITSELF","quote_2_odi":"11033910","quote_2_text":"ISSUE: SAFETY FEATURES FAILING AT LESS THAN 500 MILES PROBLEM STATEMENT: AT LESS THAN 500 MILES THE SAFETY SENSORS ( COLLISION PREVENTION, CRUISE CONTROL ADAPTABLE SPEED, REAR CROSS TRAFFIC, BLIND SPOT MONITOR ) ARE FAILING REPEATEDLY. DEALER HAS CONTACTED TOYOTA FOR SUPPORT","quote_3_odi":"11101969","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING A RECURRENT PROBLEM WITH MY 2018 SEQUOIA IN THAT I AM CONSISTENTLY GETTING WARNING LIGHTS AND ALARMS GOING OFF FOR 'BRAKE WARNING,' REAR CROSS TRAFFIC ALERT, 'BLIND SPOT MONITOR MALFUNCTION' AND 'FRONT CAMERA MALFUNCTION.' IT HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP 5 TIMES AND THEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2018-fuel-pump-recall-exclusion","label":"Fuel pump failure with recall VIN exclusion","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11729875","quote_1_text":"I own a 2018 Toyota Sequoia experiencing fuel pump failure symptoms including extended crank and loss of power. This issue matches NHTSA Recall 20V012000, which affects similar vehicles with the same fuel pump defect","quote_2_odi":"11720414","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start. The contact stated that after several attempts, the vehicle started. While driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle drove abnormally rough","quote_3_odi":"11364675","quote_3_text":"I TOOK MY 2018 TOYOTA SEQUOIA (VIN: [XXX]) ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2020 FOR THE SIX-MONTH TOYOTACARE SERVICE TO AMERICAN TOYOTA LOCATED AT 5995 ALAMEDA BLVD NE, ALBUQUERQUE, NM 87113 WITH THE ASSUMPTION THAT THE SIX-MONTH TOYOTACARE SERVICE WILL INCLUDE FIXING ANY PENDING SAFETY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2018-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11208070","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON FREEWAY. I WAS DOING 65 MPH IN THE CARPOOL LANE. NO APPARENT DEBRIS FROM SURROUNDING VEHICLES. FRONT CAR WAS FAR AWAY, SIDE VEHICLES DRIVING SLOWER AND NO TRUCKS","quote_2_odi":"11527343","quote_2_text":"The sunroof exploded from the inside while driving at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-brake-squeal-vibration","label":"Front brake squeal and vibration per TSB","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-08-19 → 2026-01-29","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714320","quote_1_text":"This is related to Toyota service bulletins T-SB-0043-24 and T-SB-0022-25. My brakes started squealing shortly after I purchased the vehicle. I reported this to my toyota dealership. They told me about the service bulletins, but said the parts are on back order. I have been…","quote_2_odi":"11609415","quote_2_text":"T-SB-0043-24. In this safety bulletin it is noted that front brakes squeak. Loudly I might state. Happens always in the morning when backing out of covered garage. The bulletin says to verify then replace. Can get no help from Dealership or from Toyota USA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-cupholder-ecm-water-intrusion","label":"Cup holder water intrusion into electronic control modules","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-11-17 → 2025-11-17","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699849","quote_1_text":"Electronic control module failed due to the cup holder failing. It is available for inspection. Safety was put at risk because the vehicle randomly slammed itself on the brakes, when in drive the vehicle was moving backwards then abruptly braking and moving forward. The problem…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-hitch-cover-detachment","label":"Rear trailer hitch cover separation while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:BUMPERS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-01-05 → 2024-07-30","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11563784","quote_1_text":"Rear plastic hitch cover piece flew off at interstate speed endangering other drivers on the road","quote_2_odi":"11605406","quote_2_text":"Upon purchasing my 2023 Toyota Sequoia, I noticed that the rear hitch cover had a tendency to come loose while driving and eventually fall off. I promptly addressed this issue with the dealership, and they replaced it with a new one. However, the problem persisted, and the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-roof-rail-loosening","label":"OEM roof rail front mounting separation from roof","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-16 → 2026-04-16","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731556","quote_1_text":"The factory (OEM) roof rails on my 2023 Toyota Sequoia have become loose at the front and are popping up, no longer sitting flush or appearing securely attached to the roof. This issue occurs during normal driving and is visible without removing any trim or components","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-seat-plastic-cracking","label":"Driver and passenger seat plastic cracking with sharp edges","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-05-27 → 2025-11-21","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11663232","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Toyota Sequoia. The contact stated that while attempting to utilize the controls on the side of the driver’s seat, there was a crack in the hard plastic, and in the process, the contact sustained a minor cut on the left hand. The contact stated that…","quote_2_odi":"11700751","quote_2_text":"The car seat platic keeps breaking and ripping. It has sharp edges. Dealer says its a know  issue.  Already replaced once and broke again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Trailer brake controller programming and wiring faults","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10-12 → 2024-11-26","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11624149","quote_1_text":"The ECU in my Sequoia is incorrectly programmed when towing a trailer.  I have a 6,000# dual axle electric brake travel trailer that I use my Sequoia to tow with. I set up the trailer specifications in the vehicle computer per the Toyota owner's manual and set the trailer gain…","quote_2_odi":"11619504","quote_2_text":"Vehicle comes with factory installed trailer towing equipment. 1. When a trailer is hooked up and headlights are turned on no signal is sent through the seven blade connector to turn on the running lights on the trailer. 2. When the trailer is connected no signal is sent through…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2023-v35a-engine-failure","label":"V35A-FTS engine seizure and recall exclusion","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08-18 → 2026-07-21","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747652","quote_1_text":"The motor in our 2023 Toyota Sequoia with around 32,000 miles failed and left me stranded on the side of a two lane highway in the middle of the night. Toyota only wants to replace the engine block and will not extend the warranty on the motor after it is repaired. This is the…","quote_2_odi":"11745282","quote_2_text":"Around 63,xxx miles the force max 3.5 l twin turbo v6 hybrid displayed P0521 engine oil pressure switch and P0524 oil pressure to low 2 miles from my house.  Sent to toyota on 1 June,  engine blown.  It has been 19 days and Toyota still hasn't made a decision on \"good will\"…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-brake-loss-adas-failure","label":"Brake power loss with ADAS system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08-09 → 2026-02-23","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680252","quote_1_text":"On three separate occasions we have lost braking power preventing instantaneous stopping, and control of the vehicle.  They partially work when your foot is pushing on the pedal all the way to the floor.  This occurs autonomously without warning and the following occur: Lose…","quote_2_odi":"11719806","quote_2_text":"When driving down steep grade, (mountain pass) front brakes will begin to vibrate violently.  Very scary when driving the vehicle.  When you reach the bottom of the steep incline, the brakes begin to function normally again.  I have had this happen on 3 different occasions","quote_3_odi":"11635172","quote_3_text":"It has happened 3 times, every time I have been driving and an alert with flash on the dash that there is an object in the road and it will brake check me, but there isn't anything infront of the vehicle. One time it happened getting off the highway and 2 other times it has…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-engine-recall-hybrid-exclusion","label":"Engine machining debris recall exclusion for hybrid variant","component_code":"ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05-20 → 2026-06-14","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11739086","quote_1_text":"I own a 2024 Toyota Sequoia SUV that uses the same engine as the hundreds of thousands of Tundra trucks that Toyota has already recalled. They've recalled over 250,000 Tundras because they say \"machining debris\" may cause a problem that eventually destroys the engine's main…","quote_2_odi":"11744078","quote_2_text":"According to Toyota the exact same  engine that is in my vehicle has a recall on it. However, since my vehicle has also had a hybrid system installed my engine is not covered. Basically, because the hybrid system offers the engine power relief there saying that the engine is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-hitch-cover-detachment","label":"Rear trailer hitch cover detachment while driving","component_code":"TRAILER HITCHES, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-05-06 → 2025-02-10","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11587240","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 45 MPH, the cover on the rear bumper that covers the trailer hitch flew off the vehicle. Due to the failure, other motorist were forced to swerve around the cover to avoid contact with the road obstruction","quote_2_odi":"11598228","quote_2_text":"The bumper cover that covers the hitch and is removable has fallen off of my car three times on the highway.  I have only had the car for about four months and it is brand new.   The first incident was when i had about 1500 miles on the vehicle, the second at 3200 miles, and now…","quote_3_odi":"11609706","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving at undisclosed speeds, the rear trailer hitch cover detached from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, who informed the contact that the trailer hitch cover frequently detached, and the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-power-liftgate-pinch-sensor","label":"Power liftgate failure with false pinch sensor detection","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03-30 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728074","quote_1_text":"The power liftgate on my 2024 Toyota Sequoia intermittently fails to close using the automatic function. When pressing the close button (either on the liftgate or key fob), the system beeps twice and does not initiate closing, requiring manual force to shut the liftgate","quote_2_odi":"11740250","quote_2_text":"The power liftgate and pinch sensor system on my 2024 Toyota Sequoia Platinum continues to malfunction intermittently and creates an ongoing safety concern. The liftgate frequently fails to close using the electronic controls and instead emits two warning beeps before becoming…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-seat-belt-attachment-failure","label":"Seat belt attachment and wiring harness failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03-10 → 2026-04-16","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11647505","quote_1_text":"After exiting the vehicle on 3/7/2025, I opened the rear passenger door (driver’s side) to get my son out of his carseat. I noticed the seatbelt was not attached at the base. In other words, the seatbelt mechanism was not attached to the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11731505","quote_2_text":"The second row right seat belt receptacle wiring harness failed on my 2024 Toyota Sequoia. The two wires connecting the seat belt buckle sensor were severed cleanly. The wiring harness is routed through the seat fold/pivot mechanism with insufficient slack or protection","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-tail-lamp-debris-intrusion","label":"Tail lamp housing debris and dirt accumulation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-06-18 → 2026-06-18","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744929","quote_1_text":"The rear tail lamp assemblies on this 2024 Toyota Sequoia have suffered a major sealing and adhesive compromise, permitting road dirt and fine debris to bypass internal filters and permanently accumulate inside the housing. This is a progressive design defect identical to the…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sequoia","model_slug":"sequoia","cluster_id":"sequoia-2024-tire-blowout-tpms-no-alert","label":"Tire blowout without TPMS alert at low mileage","component_code":"TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, TIRES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-06-16 → 2024-06-16","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594605","quote_1_text":"Today, while driving on the freeway, the REAR Driver side Falken Wild Peak tire completely shredded nearly causing an accident (see attached photos). My husband-- was driving the vehicle and was able to pull to the side of the freeway and call for Emergency Services. The Sequoia…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sequoia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-dashboard-cracking","label":"Dashboard cracking near airbag","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11002133","quote_1_text":"THE CAR DASHBOARDS IS CRACKED AND STICKY","quote_2_odi":"11591696","quote_2_text":"The dashboard has so many cracks literally everywhere. All the way from the driver side to the passenger side","quote_3_odi":"11004739","quote_3_text":"DASHBOARD STARTED BECOMING SOFT A FEW MONTHS AGO, WHERE IF YOU ACCIDENTLY SCRAPED IT WITH YOUR FINGERNAIL A LITTLE CHUNK WOULD COME OUT, AND THEN IT STARTED CRACKING AND EVERY TIME WE GET IN THERE, THERE IS ANOTHER CRACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-door-check-weld-failure","label":"Front door check hinge weld failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11002982","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR IS MAKING LOUD NOISE WHEN DOOR IS OPENED OR CLOSED. THIS POPPING NOISE IS COMING FROM DOOR CHECK POCKET","quote_2_odi":"10731317","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE DOOR HINGE FRACTURED","quote_3_odi":"10969289","quote_3_text":"DRIVERS DOOR CHECK STRAP SPOT HAS WELD FAILED AND THE DOOR MAKES A CLICKING SOUND WHEN YOU OPEN OR SHUT THE DRIVERS SIDE DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-gear-shifter-looseness","label":"Loose gear shift lever with unexpected shift-out-of-park","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11173727","quote_1_text":"THE GEAR SHIFTER IS FLOPPING BACK AND FORTH AND I'M AFRAID IT WILL GO INTO NEUTRAL AND CAUSE A HUGE ACCIDENT OR ROLL OUT OF PARK AND HURT SOMEONE","quote_2_odi":"11103764","quote_2_text":"THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER ON OUR 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA BECAME LOOSE AND WOBBLY","quote_3_odi":"11046651","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED BUT UNSURE IF THE EMERGENCY PARKING BRAKE WAS ENGAGED, THE VEHICLE STATED ROLLING DOWN HER DRIVEWAY WHICH HAD A SMALL INCLINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-seat-belt-retraction","label":"Seat belt retraction and binding failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11362031","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT SEAT BELTS GETS TANGLED. IT TAKES A LOT OF TIME AND EFFORT TO GET IT UNTANGLED","quote_2_odi":"10851946","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT BELT WILL NOT RETRACT CAUSING IT TO BE COMPLETELY USELESS","quote_3_odi":"11206135","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELTS WHEN PULLED OUT TO ENABLE THE PASSENGERS TO BUCKLE CAN BECOME FOLDED AND LODGED IN THE OPENING AT THE PILLAR PREVENTING THE BELT TO MOVE FURTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-sliding-door-failure","label":"Sliding door and liftgate failure to open or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11463140","quote_1_text":"Our rear sliding doors have presented problems for us repeatedly in getting stuck so that passengers in the back cannot open their doors even with the doors unlocked and the child safety latch off","quote_2_odi":"10956650","quote_2_text":"IN STATIONARY MODE MY SLIDING DOORS WILL NOT OPEN, OR WILL OPEN INTERMITTENTLY, OR WILL NOT OPEN AT ALL OR WILL NOT CLOSE AT ALL OR WILL NOT LATCH","quote_3_odi":"11118310","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SLIDING DOORS ON BOTH SIDES OF THE VEHICLE BECAME INOPERABLE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-steering-rack-pinion-leak","label":"Steering rack and pinion leak and stiffness","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"10911063","quote_1_text":"MY 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA STARTED GIVING PROBLEMS OF RACK AND PINION LEAK FOR POWER STEERING AROUND 90,000 MILES","quote_2_odi":"10914879","quote_2_text":"STEERING HAS BECOME INTERMITTENTLY STIFF. STEERING WHEEL DOESN'T SELF CENTER. IT'S DIFFICULT TO TURN THE WHEEL EITHER WAY","quote_3_odi":"10839066","quote_3_text":"VERY STIFF WHEN TURNING. STEERING SEEMS TO LOCK AND MAKING A TURN AND RETURNING TO NORMAL DRIVING POSITION IS FAULTY, I TOOK IT TO TWO MECHANICS AND THEY BOTH SAID IT WAS THE RACK AND PINION THAT HAD TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2005,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2005-vsc-brake-activation","label":"Electronic stability control activating brakes unexpectedly","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":1130,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11429967","quote_1_text":"When driving the speed limit, going downhill, uphill, straight, around a curve, in the rain or dry weather, the vsc and slip/trac lights up, the abs system is activated / brakes engage. I loose complete control of the van","quote_2_odi":"11360899","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A TOYOTA SIENNA 2005, MILEAGE 178000, SLIP INDICATOR TURNS ON RANDOMLY AND CAUSING THE CAR LOST CONTROL. IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS WHEN IT HAPPENED OUT OF ZERO WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10851472","quote_3_text":"ON MARCH 15, 2016, THE VEHICLE STABILITY CONTROL ON MY 2005 TOYOTA SIENNA XLE ACTIVATED SUDDENLY AND FOR NO REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2005/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10308698","quote_1_text":"YESTERDAY I HIT A DEER IN MY 2010 SIENNA. THE IMPACT WAS DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF THE DRIVER. THIS WAS A VERY HARD IMPACT AND MY AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I BOUGHT THIS VAN BECAUSE OF TOYATA'S SAFETY REPUTATION","quote_2_odi":"10384998","quote_2_text":"STOPPED IN LEFT TURN LANE AND HIT HEAD ON BY ANOTHER VEHICLE AT ABOUT 30-35 MPH. AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AND SEAT BELT RETRACTOR FAILED RESULTING IN SEVERE INJURY TO STERNUM AND RIBS","quote_3_odi":"10882036","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA SIENNA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS WERE DEACTIVATED EVEN THOUGH A 130 LB PASSENGER WAS SEATED IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-dashboard-melting","label":"Dashboard melting and sticking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11363691","quote_1_text":"DASHBOARD HAS RECENTLY BECOME STICKY EVEN THOUGH WIINDSHIELD IS ROUTINELY COVERED","quote_2_odi":"11328459","quote_2_text":"DASHBOARD CRASH ITSELF AND STICKY. I ALWAYS USE WINDSHIELD SUN SHADE COVER. I ASKED LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER BUT IT IS NOT RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10652849","quote_3_text":"THE DASHBOARD IS MELTING AND I AM NOT SURE IF THIS COMPROMISE THE AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT OR WILL CAUSE THE AIR BAG TO DEPLOY DUE TO THE RAPID DETERIORATION OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-sliding-door-cable-failure","label":"Power sliding door cable failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":62,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10883350","quote_1_text":"DRIVER SIDE POWER SLIDING DOOR CABLE BROKE AFTER ONLY 6 YEARS AND 100,000 MILES. MADE IT IMPOSSIBLE TO OPEN DOOR AS CABLE WAS CAUGHT IN DOOR. CAR WAS STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"10864924","quote_2_text":"BOTH POWER DOORS BROKE THE SAME WAY. THE CABLE FRAYED AND WAS PULLED INTO THE DOOR BY THE MOTOR. THE DOORS WOULD NOT OPEN AT ALL UNTIL SERVICED, WHICH CAUSED A SAFETY CONCERN! THE FIX WAS ESTIMATED AT $1,500 PER DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10947690","quote_3_text":"SLIDING DOOR CABLES BROKEN BOTH RIGHT AND LEFT SIDES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-steering-shaft-clunk","label":"Steering shaft clunk and play","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11340495","quote_1_text":"THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT STARTED MAKING A CLUNKING SOUND WHEN TURNING THE WHEEL AND DRIVING A LOW SPEEDS. ADDITIONALLY, THERE IS NOW PLAY IN THE STEERING WHEEL. SO MUCH PLAY THAT DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS FEELS UNSAFE","quote_2_odi":"11328456","quote_2_text":"EVERY TIME TURN THE STEERING IT MADE CLICKED FEELING LIKE STEERING SHAFT BEND? IT HAPPEN SINCE 2017 TO NOW. I LOOKED UNDER THE HOOD NO LEAK OIL. PLEASE INVESTIGATION BEFORE ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10316759","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A 2010 TOYOTA SIENNA CE FROM SOUTHBAY TOYOTA IN GARDENA, CA AT ON JANUARY 24, 2010. AFTER MY WIFE DROVE IT FOR A WEEK, SHE FOUND THE CAR STARTED TO MAKE \"CRACKING\" SOUND NEAR THE STEERING WHEEL AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10852296","quote_1_text":"THIS IS THE SECOND TIME I HAD TO REPLACE MY TRANSMISSION IN MY SIENNA. EACH TIME IT HAPPENED, I WAS ON VACATION. THE FIRST TIME I REPLACED IT WAS LESS THAN 2 YEARS AGO, APRIL 2014","quote_2_odi":"10679520","quote_2_text":"STOPPED AT RED LIGHT. WHEN I PROCEEDED TO DRIVE, I STARTED TO HEAR LOUD, CLANGING/THUDDING NOISES COMING FROM ENGINE, THEN I HEARD ONE LARGE THUD","quote_3_odi":"10350717","quote_3_text":"2010 TOYOTA SIENNA : WHEN DRIVING, THE SLIGHTEST TOUCH OF THE GEAR SHIFTER CAUSES A SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL. THE GEAR SHIFTER IS EXTREMELY (AND POSSIBLY DANGEROUSLY?) SENSITIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":172,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10341025","quote_1_text":"IN THE QFC PARKING LOT, AT AROUND 5PM ON A CLEAR MONDAY EVENING I WENT TO TURN LEFT INTO A PARKING SPOT. I STEPPED ON THE GAS AND NOTHING HAPPENED, I LET UP A BIT AND STEPPED AGAIN AND MY 2010 TOYOTA SIENNA SHOT FORWARD","quote_2_odi":"10460413","quote_2_text":"I WAS MAKING A RIGHT HAND TURN IN TO A PARKING SPACE IN A PARKING LOT. I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE AS IT WAS A SHARP RIGHT TURN IN TO THE SPACE AND WAS SLOWLY ENTERING THE SPACE","quote_3_odi":"10574526","quote_3_text":"2010 TOYOTA SIENNA WAS STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT, WITH MY RIGHT FOOT ON THE BRAKE, WHEN IT SUDDENLY LAUNCHED ITSELF INTO THE BACK OF THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-excessive-tire-wear","label":"Excessive/premature tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11156438","quote_1_text":"TIRES ON THIS VEHICLE ARE EXPERIENCING EXCESSIVE TIRE WEAR. I BOUGHT THE VEHICLE USED, BUT IT HAD A NEW SET OF TIRES ON IT. THE TIRES HAD TO BE REPLACED AT ABOUT 18,000 MILES DUE TO EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE OUTSIDE TREAD OF THE TIRES","quote_2_odi":"11389179","quote_2_text":"THIS IS THE THIRD TIME THAT THE THERE IS AN EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE INNER SIDE OF THE REAR DRIVER SIDE OF THE WHEEL..I REGULARLY HAVE TIRE BALANCE AND WHEEL ALIGNMENT BUT THE PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR MANY THOUSAND MILES ON MY CAR","quote_3_odi":"11099312","quote_3_text":"TIRES WORN OUT SO QUICKLY, I HAVE 94,500 MILES & THIS IS MY THIRD SET. TIRES STAY GOOD FOR ONLY 20,000/25,000 MILES. I DO REGULARLY TIER ROTATE, BALANCING & ALIGNMENT BUT STILL WORN OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-oil-cooler-hose-rupture","label":"Engine oil cooler pipe/hose rupture and oil loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11373151","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING I HEARD A NOISE COMING FROM THE ENGINE. I STOPPED AND PARK THE VEHICLE, OPENED THE HOOD AN NOTICED OIL ALL OVER THE BOTTOM PART OF THE ENGINE. (OIL LEAK OR SEEP FROM THE ENGINE OIL COOLER PIPE)","quote_2_odi":"11121112","quote_2_text":"DRIVING CITY STREET RUPTURED RUBBER COOLING LINE HOSE TO ENGINE... SMOKE POURING FROM VEHICLE NO OIL LEFT... NO WARNING LIGHT ON DASH","quote_3_odi":"11554674","quote_3_text":"Driving down highway noticed white smoke coming from car. Exited highway and warning light then came on saying engine oil low. Stopped van immediately on side of the road and had it towed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-power-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door cable, latch, and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":83,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11670561","quote_1_text":"Both of the cables on my power doors have snapped now. Turned off switch & have been doing doors manually. The rear passenger side one doesn't like to slide and doesn't open fully","quote_2_odi":"11649207","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the rear driver's and passenger's power sliding doors failed to latch securely and opened while driving","quote_3_odi":"11078421","quote_3_text":"1. LH & RH SLIDING DOOR : WARNING LIGHT OF OPEN DOOR SHOWS UP WHEN THE CAR STOP, TURN OR ON RAMP ON ANY ROAD. 2. REAR DOOR : WARNING LIGHT OF OPEN DOOR SHOWS UP WHEN DRIVING SIDE WINDOW IS LOWED ON ANY ROAD. RECALLED ON 2017. BUT FAB.2018 HAPPEN AGAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering motor and column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527078","quote_1_text":"Power steering light came on while driving causing the steering system to lose power suddenly. Almost got into an accident because I couldn't effectively turn the wheel","quote_2_odi":"11430954","quote_2_text":"8/27/21 Friday, 5:30PM The steering wheel tightened up, making it extremely hard to maneuver, while the vehicle was in motion. Almost got into an accident when I couldn't turn in time to avoid drifting into adjacent lane","quote_3_odi":"11492533","quote_3_text":"The intermediate shaft makes a clunking noise when turning the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-rear-differential-coupler-noise","label":"Rear differential/electromagnetic coupler bearing noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11485134","quote_1_text":"Viscous coupling bearing making significant noise. Potentially hazardous if the issue causes the drivetrain to lock up","quote_2_odi":"11319309","quote_2_text":"REAR DIFFERENTIAL FAILED AT 143K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11160882","quote_3_text":"AT APPX 50-60K MILES, MY REAR DIFFERENTIAL BEGAN MAKING A LOUD WHIRRING SOUND. NO SPECIFIC 'TIME' OF FAILURE..JUST A GRADUAL BUZZING NOISE. DIAGNOSED AS A BEARING FAILURE IN A COUPLER FROM THE LOCAL TOYOTA SERVICE DEPT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2019-04","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11047354","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVEN'T RECEIVED ANY RECALL FOR REPLACING TAKATA AIRBAGS FOR MY VEHICLE FROM MY TOYOTA DEALER. I'M VERY CONCERNED DRIVING THAT VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11040775","quote_2_text":"\"TAKATA RECALL\" RECALL OF THE TAKATA AIRBAG INFLATORS HAVE NOT BEEN REPLACED. TOYOTA CORPORATION DID NOTIFY US AND WHEN WE QUESTIONED ABOUT THE REPLACEMENT AT PRICE TOYOTA, 168 NORTH DUPONT HIGHWAY, NEW CASTLE, DE 19720, REPLACEMENT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AT THAT TIME","quote_3_odi":"11196190","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL: ATTEMPTED TO HAVE RECALL SERVICE COMPLETED AT HERITAGE TOYOTA IN CATONSVILLE, MD. WAS TOLD THEY DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AND WAS PUT ON A WAITING LIST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2011-unintended-acceleration-rollaway","label":"Unintended acceleration and rollaway from park/brake","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":612,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11605251","quote_1_text":"I was pulling my 2011 Toyota Siena into a parking space. My foot was on the brake and the car was going about 5 mph. The car made a slight sound, along with a perceptible yet small physical shift, and (while my foot was on the brake) independently accelerated with tremendous","quote_2_odi":"11074603","quote_2_text":"VAN WAS PARKED ON A CITY STREET. I WAS TRYING TO PULL OUT OF A PARKING SPACE.I HAD MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE WHEN THE ENGINE REVVED UP AND LUNGED FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"11187286","quote_3_text":"MINIVAN PARKED BUT ROLL AWAY CAUSED INJURY. THE MINIVAN WAS PARKED TO PICK UP GROCERY BAGS BUT STARTED ROLLING AWAY AFTER THE LAST 2BAGS OF GROCEY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-airbag-door-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag and sliding door recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10947581","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"10970098","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11004101","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V858000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal or rear-end crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11277556","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 55 MPH, IT WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, DROVE OFF THE HIGHWAY, AND THE VEHICLE ROLLED OVER THREE TIMES. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE LANDED UPSIDE DOWN. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10882569","quote_2_text":"45MPH FRONT END IMPACT DID NOT DEPLOY AID BAG. DRIVER SUSTAINED FACIAL INJURIES FROM HER FACE IMPACTING THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11499500","quote_3_text":"I was at a full stopped and rear Ended at 30 miles an hour and the air bags did not deploy and I am suffering many injuries pain and loss The air bags didn’t deploy at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-power-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door failure while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11750350","quote_1_text":"The automatic side doors of this Toyota sienna le have malfunctioned twice between expensive repairs. When the hardware comes off the guide rail, it hits the window behind the door and shatters in covering the interior and occupants with glass","quote_2_odi":"11005453","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN THE POWER DOOR CABLE SNAPPED AND THE DOOR WILL NOW ONLY OPEN APPROXIMATELY SEVERAL INCHES. THIS POSES A SAFETY HAZARD AS CHILDREN IN THE BACK COULD BECOME TRAPPED IN THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10960026","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR OPENED INDEPENDENTLY WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature front tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11386528","quote_1_text":"FRONT TIRES WEAR OUT TOO FAST ON THIS VEHICLE. I PURCHASED VEHICLE AROUND 60K MILES. NOW AT 130K AND ON 4TH SET OF TIRES. ALL MICHELIN/TOP QUALITY FROM COSTCO. ROTATIONS AT 5-7K RELIGIOUSLY","quote_2_odi":"11003892","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA SIENNA GOES THROUGH TIRES AT A RATE 1.5-TWO TIMES AS FAST AS THE TIRE MANUFACTURERS EXPECTED MILE WARRANTY. MICHELIN PRIMACY MXV4 (NOT A CHEAP TIRE) HAD A LITTLE OVER 40K MILES BEFORE THEY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11128292","quote_3_text":"THE TIERS WEAR OUT TO QUICKLY AROUND 20K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-rear-differential-coupler-whine","label":"Rear differential viscous coupler whine noise","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11518928","quote_1_text":"Rear axle coupler assembly (part number 41303-28013) making very loud noise and vibration","quote_2_odi":"11365250","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 TOYOTA SIENNA RECENTLY BEGAN MAKING A LOUD WHINING NOISE FROM THE REAR AXLE AREA. UPON INSPECTION, WE WERE INFORMED THAT THE DIFFERENTIAL UNIT WAS FAILING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THIS WOULD COST US BETWEEN $2,500-$3,000","quote_3_odi":"11097881","quote_3_text":"REAR DIFFERENTIAL COUPLER DYSFUNCTIONAL WITHOUT NO REASON. ALL OF THE SIENNA ESPECIALLY AWD ARE SUFFERING FROM THIS ISSUE.TOYOTA DENIES TO COVER IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2012-steering-shaft-knock","label":"Intermediate steering shaft knock during turns","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":247,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11034726","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE 54K MILES ON OUR VAN AND HEARD A KNOCKING NOISE WHEN WE WOULD MAKE A TURN (RIGHT OR LEFT). I BROUGHT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID WE NEEDED TO REPLACE THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT. THE COST WAS $750","quote_2_odi":"11065753","quote_2_text":"STEERING KNOCK IS EXPERIENCED AT SPEEDS OF APPROXIMATELY 35MPH AND LESS WHENEVER STEERING LEFT OR RIGHT. THIS CONDITION WAS FIRST NOTICED AT APPROXIMATELY 80K MILES AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE OVER THE NEXT 50K MILES","quote_3_odi":"10907023","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE IS MAKING CLICKING NOISE WHEN WHEELS ARE TURNED AND THE VEHICLE IS IN LOW SPEEDS FORWARD AND IN REVERSE. IT APPEARS THAT THE CLICKING NOISE COMES FROM THE STEERING SYSTEM AND/OR WHEELS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-odometer-mileage-discrepancy","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy at resale","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11694771","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 83,535, and","quote_2_odi":"11684584","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Toyota Sienna. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after purchasing the vehicle. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 146,377. It was later discovered that the mileage on the Title","quote_3_odi":"11671989","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2013 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 127,800 and at the time of registration, it was discovered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-passenger-airbag-occupant","label":"Passenger airbag occupant classification fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11436239","quote_1_text":"SRS Airbag check issue. Last few days, my car has been showing following symptoms 1) Day 1: SRS airbag check warning is flashing on the display. The passenger airbag is always OFF regardless of the passenger being seated or not. 2) Day 2: SRS airbag check warning goes away, but","quote_2_odi":"11221390","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER AIRBAG FAILS TO ENGAGE WHEN PASSENGER SITS IN PASSENGER SEAT. AIRBAG INDICATOR SAYS THE AIRBAG IS NOT ENGAGED WHEN SOMEONE SITS IN THE PASSENGER SEAT","quote_3_odi":"10508473","quote_3_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE SRS AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE LOCAL TOYOTA DEALERSHIP THE NEXT MORNING TO DIAGNOSE. HOWEVER, NO ERROR CODES WERE ABLE TO BE RETRIEVED FROM THE OBDII. THEY RESET THE COMPUTER TO CLEAR THE LIGHT AND ADVISED THAT NOTHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-power-sliding-door-electrical-fault","label":"Power sliding door electrical malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11446385","quote_1_text":"After a big snow storm I cleaned the car off and warmed it up, then tried to open the passenger side power door from the inside side with the button. The passanger side would not open (driver's side did) so I tried to open it manually from the outside and then the inside. It","quote_2_odi":"11280809","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL REGARDING THE SLIDING DOORS ON MY TOYOTA NEEDING TO BE REPAIRED DUE TO AN ELECTRICAL DEFECT THAT COULD CAUSE THEM TO OPEN WHILE UNDERWAY. THIS PROBLEM ACTUALLY OCCURRED ON ONE OCCASION SO I IMMEDIATELY CONTACTED THE DEALER AND BROUGHT MY VEHICLE IN FOR","quote_3_odi":"10898271","quote_3_text":"POWER DOORS STOPPED WORKING AND ARE STUCK OPEN. THEY STICK OPEN WITH MY KIDS IN THE BACK AND I WAS DRIVING HOME. I'VE OWNED THIS CAR FOR 44 DAYS. MOYER JUST QUIT DOOR IS STUCK HALFWAY. THANK GOD WE GOT HOME SAFE!!! LESS THEN 90000 MILES AND THE CAR IS UNUSABLE. DOOR BECAME STUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-power-sliding-door-track-failure","label":"Power sliding door track and hinge failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11429675","quote_1_text":"The passenger side automatic sliding door came off track and shattered the rear window. Glass flew all over our daughter in her car seat. The van had recall power sliding door service done, but it still failed. Roller bearings were badly worn","quote_2_odi":"11079144","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT HAD THE SLIDING DOORS REPLACED, BUT THE HINGES ON THE INSIDE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR WERE RUSTED OUT. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR FELL OFF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A DEALER OR INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR","quote_3_odi":"11055496","quote_3_text":"I HAVE HAD A SLIDING DOOR FAILURE, EXACTLY AS DESCRIBED IN NOTIFICATION ZH4 AND ZH5, AND SAFETY RECALL 16V-858. THE REAR SLIDING DOOR WOULD NOT FULLY CLOSE, OR WOULD NOT LATCH, AND WOULD OFTEN RE-OPEN AUTOMATICALLY. THE DOOR EXHIBITED A GRINDING NOISE AND WOULD OFTEN NOT LATCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-rear-differential-coupler-failure","label":"Rear differential coupler failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11476647","quote_1_text":"Anyone: In 2013 I bought a new Toyota Sienna from Fiore Toyota in Hollidaysburg, PA. It was advertised with a lifetime engine and powertrain warranty. I thought that I had made a wise purchased. Fast forward to 2022. In early June I noticed a loud humming from the rear","quote_2_odi":"11425917","quote_2_text":"Grinding noise began from the rear of the vehicle increasing as acceleration increased. Took to the shop and found at the Rear Differential failed at 75,000 requiring replacement for thousands of dollars. The same year RAV4 has been recalled for this already - the Sienna should","quote_3_odi":"11424102","quote_3_text":"I have been notified by my Toyota dealership that the rear viscous coupler on my Sienna has failed and that the RAV4s have been recalled for this same part as a safety issue ( years ago). This part is a known manufacturing defect. Forums are wallpapered with complaints about","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-steering-intermediate-shaft-clunk","label":"Steering intermediate shaft clunking noise","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11459144","quote_1_text":"I was gonna make a U-turn at the end of the road and then the steering made a cracking noise. The steering shaft has been replaced 3 TIMES and it still happens. So much for Toyota Reliability","quote_2_odi":"11193265","quote_2_text":"WHEN AT LOW SPEEDS, TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT...THERE IS A CLUNKING SOUND. FORUMS SUGGEST THAT THE ISSUE IS EITHER THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING LINKAGE. IF THIS FAILS WILL IT CAUSE LOCK UP OR LOSS OF STEERING? THIS SHOULD BE LOOKED INTO. SO FAR, I HAVE HAD ONLY THIS 'CLUNKING' SOUND","quote_3_odi":"10702851","quote_3_text":"CLUNKING NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING LEFT TO RIGHT AND VICE VERSA. STEERING INTERMEDIATE SHAFT ISSUE IS A WELL-KNOWN PROBLEM. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2013-takata-airbag-recall-repair-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":183,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11063865","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: OUR LOCAL DEALER SAYS THE AIRBAG FIX WILL BE \"MONTHS FROM NOW\" DUE TO BACKORDERED PARTS. THEY SAY, IN THE MEANTIME, DO NOT SIT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. WE USE THIS CAR EVERY DAY WITH KIDS NEEDING TRANSPORTATION. THE DEALER TIMEFRAME IS UNACCEPTABLE. ARE THERE","quote_2_odi":"11047010","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MY VEHICLE IS ON THE AIRBAG RECALL LIST. NHTSA RECALL NUMBER IS 16V858. RECALL STATUS IS INCOMPLETE. I'VE CONTACTED MY DEALER A NUMBER OF TIMES FOR AIRBAG REPLACEMENT BUT WAS TOLD THAT THERE'S NO ARRANGEMENT FOR MY VEHICLE'S AIRBAG RECALL. I UNDERSTAND THE DEADLINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-door-cable-hinge-failure","label":"Power sliding door cable, hinge, or latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11161412","quote_1_text":"MY CAR HAS BOTH SIDES POWER SLINGING DOOR IS UNABLE TO BE OPENED AND CLOSED WHEN COMMANDED","quote_2_odi":"11046530","quote_2_text":"AT RIGHT AROUND 50,000 MILES, THE CABLE ON ONE OF MY POWER SLIDING DOORS SNAPPED. THIS I HAVE ALREADY FILED A COMPLAINT FOR. BUT THEN AT AROUND 52,000 MILES, THE CABLE ON THE OTHER POWER SLIDING DOOR SNAPPED","quote_3_odi":"10966127","quote_3_text":"I'VE BEEN HAVING ISSUES FOR OVER A YEAR NOW WITH THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR SLIDING DOOR NOT CLOSING ALL THE WAY. IT WOULD CLOSE ALL BUT THE LAST 6 INCHES OR SO AND THEN RE-OPEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-door-opens-in-motion","label":"Sliding door opens while vehicle is in motion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10970955","quote_1_text":"THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT UNDER CERTAIN LIMITED CONDITIONS, IF THE SLIDING DOOR OPENING OPERATION IS IMPEDED, THE SLIDING DOOR MOTOR CIRCUIT COULD BE OVERLOADED, OPENING THE FUSE FOR THE MOTOR","quote_2_odi":"11685365","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, there was an audible alarm coming from the vehicle, alerting the contact that the door was ajar. The passenger’s side slide door opened independently while the vehicle was in motion","quote_3_odi":"11707717","quote_3_text":"The passenger-side power sliding door system failed to stop or reverse when it encountered physical interference with the vehicle’s open fuel door. The door continued opening under power despite clear obstruction by a fixed exterior body component","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-fuel-door-hinge-failure","label":"Fuel filler door hinge failure from sliding door switch","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11142546","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL DOOR HINGE HAS BROKEN LOOSE DUE TO THE SLIDING DOOR SAFETY BUTTON (MECHANISM) THAT IS EXERTING TO MUCH PRESSURE ON THE INSIDE OF THE FUEL DOOR","quote_2_odi":"11025478","quote_2_text":"FUEL DOOR HINGE BROKE BECAUSE THE FUEL DOOR PIN HAS SO MUCH TENSION THAT IT BROKE THE HINGE","quote_3_odi":"11104672","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY, AT APPROXIMATELY 80,000 MILES, THE UPPER HINGE OF THE FUEL FILLER DOOR (THE DOOR COVERING THE GAS TANK ACCESS) FAILED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-recall-16v858-delay","label":"NHTSA recall 16V858000 replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10985793","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V858000 (STRUCTURE) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN DECEMBER OF 2016","quote_2_odi":"11046972","quote_2_text":"POWER SLIDING DOOR RECALL 16V-858. THE LOCAL TOYOTA DEALER IS UNABLE TO REPAIR MY VAN UNTIL NEXT SPRING BECAUSE REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE IN SUCH HIGH DEMAND","quote_3_odi":"10949785","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V858000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PARTS NEEDED FOR THE RECALL REMEDY WERE STILL NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-tire-wear","label":"Premature front tire wear","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"10970928","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED THIS CAR ON JANUARY 1, 2017 FROM A DEALERSHIP IN SUNNYVALE AS A CERTIFIED TOYOTA. I NOW HAVE 11K MILES AND THE FROM TIRES ARE COMPLETELY BALD","quote_2_odi":"11139560","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE EATING TIRES, IN FOUR YEARS I WENT THRU 4 SETS OF TIRE, I DID 4 TIME ALIGNMENT AND AT LEAST 10 TIME BALANCE AND ROTATION","quote_3_odi":"10904341","quote_3_text":"I HAVE ABOUT 30K MILES ON THE VAN AND HAVE HAD TO HAVE THIS VEHICLE ALIGNED THREE TIMES AND ROTATE THEM AS PER THE OWNERS MANUAL BUT IT CONTINUES TO JUST CHEW TIRES, ESPECIALLY THE FRONT TIRES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2014-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or slowing","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11299172","quote_1_text":"CAR ACCELERATES WHEN TRYING TO STOP/ PRESSING BREAKS","quote_2_odi":"11337754","quote_2_text":"3 TIMES THIS YEAR, WHEN SLOWING TO A STOP WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED, REQUIRING ME TO APPLY AS MUCH BRAKE PEDAL PRESSURE AS I COULD, AS WELL AS SHIFTING TO NEUTRAL TO STOP THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11309306","quote_3_text":"JUST BEFORE THE VEHICLE COMES TO A FULL STOP, THERE IS UNINTENDED ACCELERATION AND I COULD SEE EVEN THE RPM(SCALE) TO SPIKE TEMPORARILY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2015-sliding-door-operation","label":"Power sliding door opening and closing faults","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2017-01 @@BS@@u21922025-04","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-25","quote_1_odi":"11550327","quote_1_text":"Cable that controls sliding door broke. Door now pops open about 1cm, not enough that you notice that it is open and when you drive it slides open more. It also can't be closed with the button and it's not easy to close.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2015-sliding-door-recall-parts","label":"Sliding door recall 16V-858 parts availability delays","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2017-01 @@BS@@u21922024-07","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-25","quote_1_odi":"10993072","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA STATED IN THEIR RECALL THAT THERE WOULD BE RESOLUTION BEFORE JANUARY, IT IS NOW JUNE AND STILL NO RESOLUTION ON PASSENGER DOOR RECALL","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2015-steering-stickiness","label":"Steering stickiness and turning effort","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-12 @@BS@@u21922026-06","source_complaint_count":229,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-25","quote_1_odi":"11093428","quote_1_text":"DIFFICULT TO TURN STEERING WHEEL AT LOW SPEED ESPECIALLY WHEN STARTING UP FROM STOP","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11527575","quote_1_text":"Caused significant enough damage that van was inoperable. What was concerning was the airbags did not deploy despite the significant force and high speed associated with this accident","quote_2_odi":"11156694","quote_2_text":"I HAD CAR ACCIDENT TODAY AND GOT HI MY LEFT FRONT WND REALLY GOOD AND THE POLICE SEEN MY CAR'S AIR BAG DID NOT GO OFF-IT DIDN'T SHOWS UP","quote_3_odi":"11033823","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. TOYOTA SAYS A RECALL HAS NOT BEEN ISSUED AND NEEDS A DIAGNOSTIC THAT THEY WILL CHARGE FOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-dash-headlamp-dimming","label":"Dashboard and headlamp dimming or shutoff","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"10955462","quote_1_text":"THE DASH BOARD LIGHTS AND ALL INTERIOR LIGHTS CONTINUE TO GO OUT WITH OUT WARNING. IT REQUIRES STOPPING THE VAN SHUTTING IT OFF AND RESTARTING IT. THE HEADLAMP DIM THEMSELVES AND THEN BRIGHTEN WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10944480","quote_2_text":"DASH LIGHTS AND GAUGES ALL GO OUT AND HEAD LAMPS GO DIM. TOOK IT TO DEALER WHO COULD NOT DO ANYTHING AS THE PROBLEM WAS NOT HAPPENING AT THAT TIME","quote_3_odi":"11005304","quote_3_text":"2016 TOYOTA SIENNA DASH HEAD DISPLAY, RADIO GO OUT. WHEN THIS HAPPENS HEADLAMPS GO DIM TO POINT WHERE YOU CAN BARLEY SEE AND HAVE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-seatbelt-hardware-failure","label":"Seat belt hardware failures","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11312097","quote_1_text":"WHILE BUCKLING UP ON 6 DEC 2019, THE SEAT ATTACHMENT TO THE B-PILLAR COMPLETELY, WITHOUT RESISTANCE, DETACHED. THE BOLT THAT SECURED THE BELT WAS ON THE FLOOR, COMPLETELY PRISTINE IN APPEARANCE, UNDAMAGED, WITHOUT ANY EVIDENCE OF THREAD-LOCKER APPLICATION AT THE FACTORY","quote_2_odi":"11072419","quote_2_text":"SEAT BELT RECEPTICAL IS TORN UP. SEAT BELT WILL NOT LATCH","quote_3_odi":"11034095","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT FRACTURED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-sliding-door-failure","label":"Power sliding door failures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11506720","quote_1_text":"The rear sliding power door on the passenger side closed on my six year old child. He was trapped in the door and could not move until I opened the door. He has pain and visible injuries on his back from the door","quote_2_odi":"11145293","quote_2_text":"POWER SLIDING DOOR CABLE SNAPPED. IT HAPPENED TO BOTH DOOR (RIGHT AND LEFT) ABOUT 6 MONTHS APART. HAD THE CAR FOR ABOUT 2 YEARS NOT NOT EVEN EXCESSIVE USE","quote_3_odi":"11656702","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the driver’s side electric sliding door failed to properly open and close, and occasionally abruptly closed, causing a safety hazard to the occupants entering and exiting the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-steering-seizure","label":"Steering wheel seizure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11291343","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING SEIZED UP ON MY 2016 TOYOTA VAN WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. I HAD TO GET THE VEHICLE TOWED. THERE ARE ONLY 20904 MILES ON THE ODOMETER","quote_2_odi":"11112775","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A CEMENT BARRIER ON THE DRIVER SIDE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11403888","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL STIFFENED, WHICH RESULTED IN HER CRASHING THE VEHICLE INTO THE HIGHWAY SIDE BARRIER AND A FENCE STOPPED THE VEHICLE FROM GOING INTO THE WATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-tire-wear-and-failure","label":"Premature tire wear and failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11351994","quote_1_text":"THERE IS SOMETHING MECHANICALLY WRONG WITH THE DESIGN OF THE SUSPENSION THAT IS CAUSING TIRES TO WEAR COMPLETELY IN 15K-20K MILES","quote_2_odi":"11061607","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS 1.5 YEARS OLD, ABOUT 20K MILES, AND JUST RECEIVED WORD THAT WE'LL NEED 4 NEW TIRES @ $300/EA BECAUSE OUTSIDE WEARING IS OCCURRING","quote_3_odi":"11011559","quote_3_text":"3 RUN FLAT BRIDGESTONE TIRES BLOWN UP WHILE DRIVING FOR NO REASON OR ROAD HAZARDS IN LESS THAN 21,000 MILES AND WITHIN 4 WEEKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2016-window-glass-failure","label":"Windshield and window glass failures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":75,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11439744","quote_1_text":"I was driving my 2016 Sienna 30 mph, when suddenly, the rear driver's side window exploded. The police came and inspected the incident, the surroundings and the vehicle, and determined that there was no object or strike to cause the explosion","quote_2_odi":"11206621","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED ON ME AND MY KIDS ON MID MORNING OF 5/9/2019. NO OTHER DAMAGE TO VEHICLE. THE TEMPERATURE WAS AROUND 85 DEGREES","quote_3_odi":"10871565","quote_3_text":"UNCOVERED IT AND FOUND THE CRACK ALONG THE LOWER SECTION OF THE WINDSHIELD. IT WAS NOT THERE WHEN I COVERED IT ON THE 20TH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11745697","quote_1_text":"While driving at speed, the vehicle suffered a sudden and complete loss of engine power and stalled in traffic. The vehicle was diagnosed by an independent mechanic who found a failed factory-installed Denso fuel pump module. This failure mirrors Toyota Safety Recall 20TA02","quote_2_odi":"11661747","quote_2_text":"October of 2024 my van stalled while I was driving. The van was towed to an auto shop. The shop suspected a battery & alternator so replaced it. Later that same week I filled my tank at Delta Sonic and immediately proceeded to the car wash. My van stalled in the car wash","quote_3_odi":"11326738","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE EXHIBITS PERIODS OF ROUGH ACCELERATION, CHUGGING, AND HESITATION. AFTER 3 TRIPS TO DIFFERENT TOYOTA DEALERS THEY REFUSE TO ADDRESS PROBLEM. A MASSIVE RECALL OF TOYOTA FUEL PUMPS IS UNDERWAY ON SEVERAL VEHICLES INCLUDING 2017 SIENNA'S","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-power-sliding-door-latch","label":"Power sliding door fails to latch or opens unexpectedly","component_code":"STRUCTURE, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11748961","quote_1_text":"power sliding door (behind front passenger) does not fully engage arresting hook and tends to immediately return to open position and after hitting the button again starts welling. It started about eight months ago","quote_2_odi":"11254716","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA SIENNA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED ON AN INCLINE, THE PASSENGER SIDE SLIDING DOOR OPENED AND FAILED TO LATCH. AS A RESULT, THE DOOR RETRACTED WHILE THE CONTACT'S ARM WAS STILL INSIDE THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11383679","quote_3_text":"THE SLIDING DOORS WILL OPEN ON THEIR OWN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-premature-tire-wear","label":"Premature tread wear on factory tires","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11253206","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA'S AWD SIENNAS HAVE A DEFECTIVE DESIGN IN THEIR AXLE HUB CAUSING PREMATURE TIRE WEAR WHICH CAN LEAD TO AN ACCIDENT. THERE IS NO WAY TO ALIGN THE REAR WHEELS ON THE AWD VERSIONS","quote_2_odi":"11097153","quote_2_text":"EXCESSIVE INSIDE TIRE WEAR AT ONLY 35,000 MILES, SCALLEPED PATTERN ON ALL FOUR TIRES. ALL PRIOR SERVICE COMPLETED BY TOYOTA CARE/TOYOTA DEALER, EVERY 5,000 MILES, WITH NO REPORTING OF A PROBLEM TO OWNER","quote_3_odi":"11182471","quote_3_text":"EXTREME TIRE WEAR ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT TIRES AT 15,000 MILES - REQUIRING IMMEDIATE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-speedometer-not-illuminated","label":"Speedometer not illuminated without headlights on","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"10969881","quote_1_text":"THE SPEEDOMETER IS NOT LIGHTED DURING DAYLIGHT UNLESS THE HEADLIGHTS OR DRIVING LIGHTS ARE ON. THIS MAKES IT VERY DIFFICULT TO DETERMINE YOUR VELOCITY","quote_2_odi":"10960438","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A SAFETY DESIGN FLAW IN THIS VEHICLE. THE DASHBOARD INSTRUMENT LIGHTS WILL NOT LIGHT UP IN THE DAYTIME MAKING IT VERY DIFFICULT TO READ THE SPEEDOMETER AND OTHER INSTRUMENTS RESULTING IN DISTRACTED DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11374736","quote_3_text":"CANNOT SEE SPEEDOMETER IN DAYTIME UNLESS HEADLIGHTS ARE TURNED ON. BOUGHT NEW AND TOOK BACK TO DEALER BUT . HE COULD NOLT GET ANY BACK LIGHTING. SPEEDOMETER HAS BLACK BACKGROUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-spontaneous-glass-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof or window glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11415360","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING DOWN INTERSTATE WITH WINDOWS AND SUNROOF CLOSED, THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED DUE TO UNKNOWN CAUSE, BUT NOT AS A RESULT OF FALLING OBJECT OR PROJECTILE","quote_2_odi":"10970814","quote_2_text":"THE LEFT REAR WINDOW SHATTERED WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT, NOTHING HIT THE WINDOW OR ANYTHING BUT IT SHATTERED. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, RUNNING AND STOPPED AT A STOP LIGHT WAITING TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"11101665","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA SIENNA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE ROOF AREA. THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD, SLID OPEN THE SUN ROOF COVER, AND NOTICED THAT THE GLASS WAS SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-ua80-transmission-whine","label":"UA80 transmission whine and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11746069","quote_1_text":"I have a 2017 Toyota Sienna XLE with about 120k miles on it. Out of nowhere the transmission was gear hunting and surging. It eventually became impossible to get it above 30 mph. It seemed like the transmission just went haywire","quote_2_odi":"11737861","quote_2_text":"I am writing to report a safety defect regarding the 8-speed automatic transmission in my 2017 Toyota Sienna. The vehicle exhibits severe hesitation during acceleration, harsh shifting, and a high-pitched whining noise, specifically consistent with the 'whine of death'","quote_3_odi":"11667927","quote_3_text":"We have started to experience the transmission whine at that is specified in Toyota's CSP ZJC documentation. We took our vehicle into our local Toyota Dealership Service Center and they confirmed that the whine was a transmission issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2017-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11515946","quote_1_text":"Today 4/7/23 My 2017 Toyota Sienna accelerated on its own. I was driving my 4 children to school and we were at a stop light. When I took my foot of the brake to start making a turn the car gunned it around the corner","quote_2_odi":"11436985","quote_2_text":"On this day as I put my foot on the break the van accelerated at a very very high speed. The van was out of my control at this point","quote_3_odi":"10969642","quote_3_text":"OUR 2016 SIENNA WHICH WE PURCHASED LAST MAY ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN ON 2/16/2017 GOING THROUGH OUR SOUTH OUTSIDE WALL AND MASTER BATHROOM OF OUR HOUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11423063","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated while driving at 74 mph, a deer ran across the freeway, and as a result, the contact crashed into the deer. The air bags failed to deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained a sore shoulder but did not","quote_2_odi":"11596860","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2018 Toyota Sienna The contact stated while driving 70 MPH, the contact was rear-ended and the vehicle lost control and the vehicle rolled over multiple times and fell into a ditch. The contact stated that the side air bags did deploy but the front air bags","quote_3_odi":"11419945","quote_3_text":"When turning left in a busy intersection, our van was struck by another vehicle on the front passenger corner of the car. The strike occurred with my van going about 10 mph, the other car going about 45 mph. All of the airbags deployed. When the airbags deployed, the coverings","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-fuel-pump-recall-repair","label":"Fuel pump recall notification and repair issues","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11672868","quote_1_text":"Hi, I’d like to report a serious issue with my 2018 Toyota Sienna related to the recent fuel system recall. Since the repair, the vehicle has leaked all of its gasoline not once, but three separate times","quote_2_odi":"11474649","quote_2_text":"Car stalled, sputtered and died. At first, I thought I was out of gas. After several tries, the car started and went 3 miles to gas station. After getting gas, the car wouldn’t start several times and that same day the check engine light came on","quote_3_odi":"11316449","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED WITHOUT WARNING AS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-power-sliding-door-cable","label":"Power sliding door cable and latch failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11643183","quote_1_text":"Power Sliding Door Cable broke but not covered on current service bulletin POL19-02 dated 06/19/2019 The door affected is the passenger sliding door on the drivers side of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11431309","quote_2_text":"Driver side automatic sliding door won’t stay open , upon opening and reach all the way , it will quickly close. My child safety is a big concern","quote_3_odi":"11130170","quote_3_text":"THE AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOORS DO NOT HAVE AN AUTO/EMERGENCY STOP IF SOMETHING IMPEDES THEIR SHUTTING. A CHILD CAN GET CRUSHED IF AN ADULT IS NOT THERE TO STOP THE DOORS. EVEN THOUGH I WAS THERE IT WAS VERY HARD FOR ME (AN ADULT) TO STOP THE DOORS FROM CLOSING. YES, THE CHILD WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11517457","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof glass exploded without impact while closed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the sunroof","quote_2_odi":"11062067","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON 1-75 AND SUNROOF EXPLODED. GLASS ALL OVER OUR DOG IN THE BACK. NO TRAFFIC AROUND US THANK GOD. VAN IS 3 DAYS OLD. TOOK TO DEALER IN FLORIDA AFTER DUCT TAPING AROUND HOLE. TOLD IT WAS HIT BY SOMETHING. WE DID NOT HEAR ANYTHING BUT MY CONCERN IS IF WE AROUND ANY TRAFFIC","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-third-row-seat-movement","label":"Third-row seat movement and power seat malfunction","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11318609","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONSUMER OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT A STAND STILL, WHEN ALL FOUR REAR DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEATS BEGAN TO MOVE INDEPENDENTLY FORWARD. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LOCAL DEALER AUTONATION TOYOTA HAYWARD LOCATED AT 24773 MISSION","quote_2_odi":"11181710","quote_2_text":"3RD ROW POWER SEATS ARE MALFUNCTIONING AND ARE OPERATING WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION. MULTIPLE TIMES, AND ON DIFFERENT DAYS, THE POWER SEATS HAVE STARTED TO CLOSE WHILE PASSENGER IS SEATED AND BUCKLED IN THE SEAT. OCCURRED TODAY WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY, AT HIGHWAY SPEED WHILE MY","quote_3_odi":"11150111","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A QUESTION REGARDING VEHICLE SEAT MOVEMENT. I HAVE BEEN TOLD BY TWO DEALERSHIPS THAT THE SEATS IN THE THIRD ROW OF THE TOYOTA SIENNA ARE MEANT TO HAVE SOME PLAY TO THEM. MY MAIN CONCERN IS THAT WITH A COUPLE OF CAR SEATS IN THE THIRD ROW, OR A COUPLE OF PASSENGERS, THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-transmission-whine-hesitation","label":"Transmission whine and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11715126","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH and ascending a hill, the vehicle started making an abnormal whining sound and hesitated while accelerating. The vehicle was driven to the dealer to be diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11719964","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Sienna had developed a whining noise when accelerating. After taking it in to the mechanic, they advised the transmission was failing. Estimated price tag of $6500-7000 to repair. The vehicle has less than 140K miles. Looking at different issues with this make/model and","quote_3_odi":"11745443","quote_3_text":"Since owning my 2018 Toyota Sienna, I have experienced hesitation and erratic shifting with my transmission. I have the UA80E transmission which upon research others are experiencing issues with as well. It appears Toyota is not fully acknowledging the problem. The problem is a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2018-uneven-tire-wear","label":"Uneven front tire wear and alignment","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11364602","quote_1_text":"ORIGINAL TIRES AT 17K, MY 2018 SIENNA IS SHOWING EXCESSIVE WEAR ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE FRONT TIRES. ALIGNMENT CHECKED, IT IS FINE","quote_2_odi":"11326548","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN WEARING TIRES DOWN UNEVENLY TO THE POINT STEEL BRAID BECOMES EXPOSED. IT HAS HAD 3 SETS OF TIRES IN LESS THAN 2 YEARS. IT HAS BEEN ALIGNED TWICE. THE REAR WHEELS ARE NOT WITHIN SPECS AND ARE FIXED AND IN ADJUSTABLE. TOYOTA HAS REFUSED TO LOOK INTO THE","quote_3_odi":"11282167","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 TOYOTA SIENNA EQUIPPED WITH FOUR BRIDGESTONE TURANZA TIRES, SIZE: 235/55/18 (NA). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSIDE SHOULDER OF EACH TIRE EXPERIENCED SEVERE WEAR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MY AUTO IMPORTS TOYOTA (1860 EAST STERNBURG RD, MUSKEGON, MI),","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-acceleration-hesitation-lurch","label":"Acceleration hesitation and lurching","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11184017","quote_1_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THIS NEW 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA I BECAME AWARE OF THE VEHICLE HAVING ACCELERATION PROBLEMS WHILE ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE GRADUALLY IN A LOW SPEED/LOW TORQUE SETTING","quote_2_odi":"11278845","quote_2_text":"I PULLED ONTO A HIGHWAY AND REACHING ABOUT 25 MPH THE 2019 SIENNA HESITATED FOR AT LEAST 10 SECONDS AS IF IT WAS NOT GETTING GAS. I PRESSED THE GAS WANTING TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF TRAFFIC AND IT JUMPED SLIGHTLY BUT WOULD NOT GO","quote_3_odi":"11374055","quote_3_text":"MY FUEL PUMP HAS BEEN REPLACED BY THE DEALER WITH THE RECALLED PART. THE VEHICLE STILL DOES THE SAME THING IT HAS BEEN DOING SINCE PURCHASING. IT ACTS LIKE IT IS NOT GETTING GAS SO HESITATES MULTIPLE TIMES CONSTANTLY WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-airbag-deployment-issues","label":"Airbag deployment issues","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11544692","quote_1_text":"My van was struck directly in the driver side rear sliding door while sitting still at a stop sign","quote_2_odi":"11422870","quote_2_text":"I own a 2019 Toyota Sienna with 52,200 kms. I bought it January 29, 2021. On Saturday, June 26, 2021, I was exiting the Quebec to Lévis ferry on the Lévis side. As I went up the metal ramp at 10-12 km/hr, ALL the airbags suddenly deployed with a great boom. We hit nothing","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-fuel-pump-recall-unavailable","label":"Fuel pump recall part unavailable","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11329250","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AFTER REFUELING, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11328217","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START","quote_3_odi":"11326794","quote_3_text":"I LEASE A 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA. THERE HAS BEEN A RECALL SINCE JANUARY, 2020 ON THE FUEL PUMP WHICH MAY CAUSE THE CAR TO STOP OPERATING AND COULD INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH. TOYOTA HAS NOT STILL NOT REMEDIED THE RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-power-sliding-door-malfunction","label":"Power sliding door malfunction","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11730847","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while attempting to open the driver's side sliding door, the door failed to completely open but remained ajar. The contact became aware that an electrical cable was hanging from the door","quote_2_odi":"11472348","quote_2_text":"The power sliding door on the driver’s side of the vehicle is malfunctioning. When the door is opened with the electric opening function, it detects resistance and starts to close","quote_3_odi":"11416074","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE GETTING HIS CHILD FROM THE REAR PASSENGER SLIDING DOOR WITHOUT WARNING THE SLIDING DOOR CLOSED ON THE CHILDS RIGHT HAND. THE CHILD WAS TAKEN TO THE HOSPITAL TO TREAT THE INJURIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-transmission-whine-failure","label":"UA80 transmission whine and failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731560","quote_1_text":"2019 Sienna XLE with 77,000 miles has a UA80 Transmission is whining at the final gear per Imperial Toyota Milford MA service center. They want to replace the transmission for 9,000 USD and Toyota Corporate refuses assistance","quote_2_odi":"11613674","quote_2_text":"Transmission UA80e is a poorly designed transmission. It almost caused an accident due to the transmission lunching forward on its own. Also has a whine coming from the transaxle. There is a customer service program for the 2017-2018 models about this issue","quote_3_odi":"11497982","quote_3_text":"I was traveling on the Capital Beltway (495) during morning rush-hour in my 2019 Toyota Sienna Minivan. Normal Road Conditions: Stop & Go traffic in the right-most lane around 9:30am on December 14, 2022","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2019-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while shifting","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11521485","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that after he entered the vehicle, he depressed the brake pedal to start the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11462747","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle would lunge downward towards the road surface when depressing the brake pedal","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-cabin-water-leak","label":"Water leaks into cabin near seat belt or sunroof","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11745526","quote_1_text":"We had our van parked on a driveway with a front facing slope, we had hard rains went we where going away there was water coming out of the seat belt on the passenger side and the panel above the window was stained down to the window support where the air bag is. I've been","quote_2_odi":"11602345","quote_2_text":"Sun roof leaking or clogging causing water to get inside vehicle. Causing extensive damages and malfunctions","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-electrical-glitches","label":"Electrical control unit causes random system glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11626786","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the pre collision, lane assist, and air bag warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and a fuse in the ECU (Electronic","quote_2_odi":"11581325","quote_2_text":"Spontaneous and random: Blinkers come on, radio volume goes up or down when turning the other way, CarPlay USB shuts off and on, hiccups when accelerating (when ECO kicks on/in)…everything points to an electrical/computer issue. Purchased used from a dealership and noticed these","quote_3_odi":"11581181","quote_3_text":"Speakers make an ear piercing loud noise that lasts about a second. If this sound were to occur during travel, could cause distraction leading to harm, or with young kids in the car, possibly damage their ears. This problem has been random and not experienced by a dealership. No","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causes stall or loss of power","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11733827","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is a 2020 Toyota Sienna. While driving, the engine suddenly shut off without warning, creating a dangerous situation and loss of power. This occurred while transporting children, increasing the safety risk. A mechanic inspected the vehicle and diagnosed a failure of","quote_2_odi":"11420552","quote_2_text":"ON jUNE 3, 2021 I experienced a drastic loss in power and all warning light illuminated on the dash , was able to get of the highway to a safe area and vehicle ceased to function . This happened after the fuel pump recall was performed at Ed Morse Toyota in Delray Beach around","quote_3_odi":"11403299","quote_3_text":"THIS VEHICLE IS OWNED BY EMORY UNIVERSITY. EMORY UNIVERSITY WAS NOTIFIED LAST YEAR (OCTOBER) THAT THE LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP MAY STOP OPERATING. TO DATE, THERE HAS BEEN NO REPAIR OFFERED BY TOYOTA. 2020 TOYOTA SIENNA AS SUCH EMORY UNIVERSITY WILL NOT LET US OPERATE IT UNTIL IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-power-sliding-door-jams","label":"Power sliding door jams or will not open","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11730749","quote_1_text":"cable broke on sliding door and unable to open or access cabin on that side. turned off power to door and still unable to force door open making it difficult to unlatch car seat on that side. safety hazard in accident or rollover","quote_2_odi":"11693401","quote_2_text":"The power sliding door assembly failed, and the driver side rear sliding door was bound shut, and could not be opened. Disabling the power door system did not resolve the issue. The cable for the power door mechanism was hanging below the rear vent windows; but for some reason","quote_3_odi":"11607833","quote_3_text":"Hinge rust on fuel door causing it to break and not let rear passenger door auto open (because switch won't make up) hinge is very weakly built","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist is lost while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11547302","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Toyota Sienna. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost power steering assist. Additionally, the \"Check Vehicle Stability Control System\", \"Pre-Collision System Malfunction\", and \"Lane Departure Alert\" messages were displayed","quote_2_odi":"11406711","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2020 TOYOTA SIENNA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS DIFFICULT TO STEER. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO A LOCAL DEALER OR AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2020-transmission-whine-shudder","label":"Transmission whines, shudders, or fails","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11680231","quote_1_text":"A catastrophic failed automatic transmission; UA80E of Toyota Sienna 2020 at 85,000 miles. It occurred while I've been driving downhill. No warning lights, not overheating, no diagnostic ODB code, no other indications prior to the failure. Failure created a substantial safety","quote_2_odi":"11531570","quote_2_text":"My car was not shifting gears, and it would go into brief periods of erratic acceleration. I took it to the dealer service dept. The transmission went bad. It had metal pieces broken off inside it. The car is 3 years old and only has approximately 70,900 miles on it. It was","quote_3_odi":"11736554","quote_3_text":"My Toyota sienna is a 2020, has 83,000 miles and has recently been squealing when I accelerate. I took the van to a local body shop and they said it seems to be my transmission. I called Toyota immediately and they knew that the transmissions were faulty and that they would try","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-airbag-recall-23v865","label":"Airbag recall 23V865000 remedy unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11604502","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Sienna Hybrid. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_2_odi":"11641188","quote_2_text":"Recall 23TB15 was issued on Dec. 20, 2023.  The remedy was supposed to be out by the 3Q24.  I just called dealer service, and there is still not a remedy out.  I am driving a car without knowing if the front passenger seat airbag would deploy in an accident","quote_3_odi":"11571905","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V865000 (Air Bags) however, the remedy to repair the recall was not available. The contact stated while driving from a stop light, another vehicle crashed into the driver’s front side door. The contact mentioned the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-engine-catastrophic-failure","label":"Catastrophic engine failure with connecting rod","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11687704","quote_1_text":"the vehicle suddenly displayed a low oil pressure warning, immediately lost power, and entered limp mode. I was able to pull over safely, but the engine then suffered a catastrophic failure — a connecting rod blew through the engine block, leaving large metal fragments inside…","quote_2_odi":"11640756","quote_2_text":"Turned on my minivan to begin backing out of the driveway when it began violently shaking and exploded. Was not due for an oil change, was not low on oil, passed an engine inspection 5 days prior.   2 holes through engine block caused by either connecting rod or piston","quote_3_odi":"11712404","quote_3_text":"I turned on my minivan to drive my kids to school when I heard a sudden loud metal shredding/knocking and shut my van off. All maintenance was performed regularly on the van and no lights were on. I have a hole in my engine block now caused by a thrown rod","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-hybrid-brake-surge","label":"Hybrid brake system surge during braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11542558","quote_1_text":"Our 2021 Toyota Siena LE AWD has an issue with the brakes randomly releasing briefly when slowing to a stop. While slowing to a stop with steady pressure on the brake pedal, the braking action will momentarily give out, resulting in the vehicle lurching forward beyond the…","quote_2_odi":"11579045","quote_2_text":"while steady pressure is being applied to the brake pedal, the brakes will randomly release and the car will actually accelerate briefly. While attempting to slow or stop the vehicle with steady pressure on the brake pedal, the braking action will momentarily give out, resulting…","quote_3_odi":"11560945","quote_3_text":"Over the past month or so, when braking, we have experienced a jolt of power after decelerating despite keeping the brake pedal being depressed. A representative from Waites Toyota Service Department took the vehicle for a test drive and experienced the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-rear-ac-line-corrosion","label":"Rear underbody AC line galvanic corrosion and leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11681563","quote_1_text":"Believe rear AC lines had galvanic corrosion from differing metals, steel bracket with aluminum line-sets causes corrosion hole in refrigerant line set, and leak causing loss of all Freon. No warning lights or messages, AC just stop blowing cold. Vehicle is driven in Michigan on…","quote_2_odi":"11745261","quote_2_text":"a heavy steel mounting bracket has rusted excessively, causing localized galvanic corrosion at the point of contact with the adjacent aluminum AC lines. This structural and material failure caused the aluminum line to erode, crack, and leak high-pressure chemical refrigerant…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-rearview-blocked-entertainment","label":"Rear entertainment screen blocking rearview mirror sightline","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2021-06 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11414013","quote_1_text":"WHEN MY KIDS ARE USING THE REAR ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, THE SCREEN BLOCK THE DRIVER REAR MIRROR LINE OF SIGHT.    I DON'T FEEL SAFE DRIVING AROUND IF I CAN'T HAVE BACK AND FORTH VISIBILITY FROM THE DRIVER SEAT","quote_2_odi":"11414500","quote_2_text":"THE 2021 SIENNA XLE PLUS AND ENTERTAINMENT PACKAGE DID NOT INCLUDE A DIGITAL REAR VIEW MIRROR IN THIS TRIM LEVEL. THE NEW SIENNA IS A BRAND NEW MODEL WITH A MASSIVE DESIGN FLAW, A HUGE TV WITH ZERO VISIBILITY OUT THE REAR OF CAR. IT'S UNSAFE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-sunroof-spontaneous-breakage","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous breakage while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-04 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11435445","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the sunroof exploded outward from the vehicle while closed. The contact stated that upon inspecting the sunroof he noticed that 80% of the glass was missing from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11437032","quote_2_text":"We were driving approximately 50mph in the late afternoon (4:15pm MT) on a sunny day (about 60 degrees F). We were on a 2-lane road with farmland/field on both sides, with no debris on the road and we were not behind any other vehicles. The sunroof was fully closed (the…","quote_3_odi":"11657025","quote_3_text":"While driving at 60 mph with all windows up, the sunroof spontaneously exploded. No vehicles near me, no debris in roadway, 70 degrees and sunny","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2021-third-row-seat-latch","label":"Third-row seat latch failure in stowed position","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-03 (200 of 202 total complaints shown)","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11423175","quote_1_text":"twice in the last two weeks while I was driving the car, the seats popped up out of the rear well and latched violently into place.  The first time this occurred was driving over a pothole at about 40 mph, and the second over a speed bump at about 25 mph.  I was terrified","quote_2_odi":"11464997","quote_2_text":"Both portions of the seats do not stay in the stowed position. Initially I assumed it was user error such as not pushing them down all the way or something not latching. After evaluation, the 2021 Sienna 3rd row seats do not have a way to latch down. When stowed and…","quote_3_odi":"11543420","quote_3_text":"Third Row Seats does not stay stowed and while driving over a hump the seats ended up moving away from the potential stowed position and locked itself in the upright position. the noise was so loud that we thought something had banged on the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-adas-multicode-malfunction","label":"Multi-system ADAS and driver-assist malfunction warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729260","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety-related defect involving driver-assistance and steering-wheel controls on my 2022 Toyota Sienna Limited, VIN [XXX] ry 8, 2026, I brought the vehicle to Parkway Toyota in [XXX]  bec [XXX] tion” warning appeared and cruise control stopped working","quote_2_odi":"11713751","quote_2_text":"While driving at about 40mph on a city street I complete lost steering, brakes and vehicle control. I suddenly started severely swerving/ spinning. I suddenly had no control over the vehicle. The vehicle threw a bunch of codes at once including: anti-lock brakes malfunction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-brake-lurch-regen-transition","label":"Brake lurch during regenerative-to-hydraulic transition","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11525438","quote_1_text":"Brakes release briefly when slowing to a stop.  While slowing to a stop with steady pressure on the brake pedal, the braking action will momentarily give out, resulting in the vehicle lurching forward beyond the anticipated stopping/slowing distance before the braking action…","quote_2_odi":"11530596","quote_2_text":"My vehicle occasionally exhibits a behavior during low speed braking (such as approaching a stop sign or red light) where the deceleration will briefly cease in spite of constant brake pedal pressure.  This lasts for less than a second before brake behavior returns to normal","quote_3_odi":"11648393","quote_3_text":"The brakes temporarily let up and the vehicle lurches forward before the brakes re-engage, resulting in an unpredictable, delayed stop. It is unpredictable and can result in the driver's stop being dangerous. This usually takes place at stop lights, stop signs, and parking…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-power-sliding-door-pinch","label":"Power sliding door pinch-protection non-activation","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754261","quote_1_text":"The power door did not stop or reverse after contacting his fingers. It continued closing, clicked shut, and fully latched with his fingers caught in the door. We immediately opened the door and removed his hand. Thankfully, he was not seriously injured, but the incident had the…","quote_2_odi":"11669093","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while closing the sliding door, there was no safety mechanism to stop the door from closing on a person or object. The contact stated that approximately four months ago, her eldest son was entering the vehicle, he became stuck between the door and the door…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-rear-entertainment-rearview-block","label":"Rear entertainment screen obstruction of rearview mirror","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11448722","quote_1_text":"Got my 2022 sienna with the factory installed rear entertainment system. When the entertainment system is in use, there is ZERO visibility out of the rear view mirror or window. This is a huge safety issue as I have almost been rear ended 4 times now","quote_2_odi":"11462515","quote_2_text":"We did not use this display until yesterday when my daughter wanted to watch something. After she opened the screen to watch, I realized that this display screen covered/block the rear-view mirror view 100% and can't see anything. Before I tried to tell that she needs to close…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-rear-radar-sensor-debris-intrusion","label":"Rear radar sensor failure from debris intrusion","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11455876","quote_1_text":"While operating the vehicle in the city of Helena, Montana, foreign matter entered the interior of the rear bumper.  This caused the RCTA and BSW systems to fail because the sensors were obstructed by mud.  This failure condition happens to my 2022 Toyota Sienna every three weeks","quote_2_odi":"11476230","quote_2_text":"Today in the morning while driving on normal road, suddenly Rear Cross Traffic alert and Blind spot Monitor became unavailable according to a message on the dash. This message persisted after restarting. In the afternoon another message gave these two company","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous fracture","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725643","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while his pregnant wife was driving and using the sunroof to allow air into the cabin, the sunroof glass suddenly shattered without impact. The dealer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the…","quote_2_odi":"11510785","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the sunroof fractured without impact. The contact called the local dealer and was informed that the sunroof glass needed to be replaced. The vehicle was being repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2022-third-row-seat-no-latch","label":"Third-row seat latch absence when stowed","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":137,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11463425","quote_1_text":"The third row seats do not latch when stowed. The 1/3 side does not lie flat. Because of the lack of latch, when going over a speed bump, the seats bounce and in some cases the seat flies forward and latches violently into place with a loud sound","quote_2_odi":"11466745","quote_2_text":"We hit a bump in the road at approximately 25mph and the third row seats went flying forward from their stowed position. The impact force was loud enough that it caused me to swerve and the seats could have easily injured our dog had it been in the back","quote_3_odi":"11444885","quote_3_text":"The 3rd row seats doesn’t have locks when it folds down so when we hit a bump it just go up and down and during sudden breaking the folded 3rd row seats come up because there is no locks . But all older models of Sienna have the safety lock","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2023-hybrid-brake-lurch","label":"Hybrid regenerative braking lurch at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731879","quote_1_text":"2023 Toyota Sienna occasionally, without warning, \"lurches\" forward at low speeds when braking. While putting steady pressure on the brake when coming to a stop at a stop sign or traffic light etc. it feels as if the brakes stop applying pressure and if we wouldn't have quick…","quote_2_odi":"11613399","quote_2_text":"When braking vehicle feels like it is being bumped from behind. Dealership says it is the vehicle switching from regenerative braking to normal breaking but it causes the car to lunge forward. It feels like the vehicle is going to lunge into oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11600175","quote_3_text":"While slowing down to about 10mph to turn, brakes suddenly disengage and the car lurches forward. This happens every day, sometimes multiple times a day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750344","quote_1_text":"While driving on the freeway with my small children in the backseat a loud pop sounded and glass from the moon roof came shattering down upon us. The glass hit my face, arms, hair, and fell into my seat and all around the interior of the car","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-brake-surge-lurch","label":"Unexpected forward surge or acceleration while braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685675","quote_1_text":"On rare occasions (about once every 500 miles), when uniformly applying force to the brake pedal, the deceleration suddenly ceases and the vehicle seems to jerk forward.  To a passenger, it feels like the driver's foot slipped off the brake pedal, but the driver continued to…","quote_2_odi":"11738078","quote_2_text":"Stepping on brakes - Car slows then accelerates a few seconds and lunges forward a couple of feet.  Extreme safety issue.  This occurred yesterday with my sister in the car and we almost rear ended the vehicle stopped in front of us","quote_3_odi":"11728879","quote_3_text":"The vehicle intermittently surges, lurches, or creeps forward while I am pressing the brake pedal and attempting to slow or stop. It feels as though the vehicle briefly adds power or braking force momentarily decreases even though my foot remains on the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side exterior mirror vibration at speed","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11686400","quote_1_text":"Wobbling vibration on exterior mirror, driver side. It looks like incoming vehicles shake sideways. This happens on any bumpy road and it is easier to observe at highway speeds. Purchased on [XXX].  Vehicle is available for inspection. The distorted image resulting from…","quote_2_odi":"11735267","quote_2_text":"The driver's side mirror vibrates when the vehicle is at speed. I've been to two dealers who say that it's normal, and everything is intact and installed correctly. When driving, the mirror vibrates a lot, which is a safety issue when trying to use the side mirror during…","quote_3_odi":"11634896","quote_3_text":"Driver side outside rear view mirror shakes and makes driver nauseous.  Mirror was replaced in December and replacement mirror shakes as well.  Right side (passenger) doesn't shake.  Vehicle now has 6500 miles on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-engine-powertrain-failure","label":"Engine or powertrain failure and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740297","quote_1_text":"The engine went out at 77k miles in the middle of driving with no warning. Could have caused a serious accident. We have always done proper oil changes. The rods separated from the pistons and punched a hole in the engine block","quote_2_odi":"11742968","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has required two significant engine repairs within the first 57,000 miles of ownership. Both repairs were performed at authorized Toyota dealerships under warranty. INCIDENT 1 — ENGINE REPLACEMENT (10,000 MILES): At approximately 10,000 miles, the engine developed…","quote_3_odi":"11715215","quote_3_text":"While the contact’s wife was driving 5 MPH out of a parking lot and attempting to make a left turn, the vehicle suddenly lost motive power and stalled. After approximately 3- 4 seconds while depressing the accelerator pedal several times, the vehicle eventually accelerated as…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-power-liftgate-failure","label":"Power liftgate failure to latch or close","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746650","quote_1_text":"The power liftgate on my 2024 Toyota Sienna consistently fails to complete a full close-and-latch cycle. When activated, the liftgate begins its closing sequence normally but then aborts the cycle during the final stages of latching. The system emits an audible beeping signal…","quote_2_odi":"11693267","quote_2_text":"From the very first day, the trunk door has not functioned properly — often failing to close, randomly opening, or requiring manual force to shut.  Despite repeated service visits across multiple states (IL, SC, NC) and…","quote_3_odi":"11667874","quote_3_text":"The lift gate strut bent when I tried to close the rear door, then when I tried to open the door to see what the issue was, the strut exploded. The parts went flying and almost hit me in the face, I could feel the air on my cheek as it blew past me","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-sunroof-explosion","label":"Sunroof spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584709","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 70 MPH, the sunroof exploded into the cover. There were no injuries sustained. The contact stated that there were no previous issues with the sunroof. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that…","quote_2_odi":"11601629","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded out of nowhere. Extremely loud. Sounded like a gunshot","quote_3_odi":"11614184","quote_3_text":"I was driving the speed limit on a sunny day and heard a loud pop and glass breaking which was my sunroof exploding. There is no damage to my roof to indicate anything hit my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-third-row-seat-latch","label":"Third-row seat failure to lock in stowed position","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11599576","quote_1_text":"Rear foldable seats do not lock down into compartment. They bounce up when you stop just a little hard. Cable has already broken when this occurs. Anything laid on top of these seats when folded will be ejected inside of car. Hitting driver in the head","quote_2_odi":"11605292","quote_2_text":"The 3rd row seats do not remain stowed when passing over a speed bump or dip in the road.  Depending upon the speed of the vehicle, the seats might jump up several inches and almost return to the fully stowed position with a loud thud","quote_3_odi":"11652705","quote_3_text":"The third-row seat does not lock in the stowed position. As one goes over speed bumps etc. it bounces up and down. The is no positive lock to ensure the third-row seat is secured in the stowed position. In the event of a head on collision the seat may fly out and forward either…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2024-throttle-no-response","label":"Throttle non-response or delayed acceleration from stop","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754568","quote_1_text":"Several times I have pulled out to make a left or right turn and my gas pedal does NOTHING. I can push it clear to the floor and NOTHING!!! Cars end up slamming on their brakes and honking at me but there's nothing I can do","quote_2_odi":"11643123","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions, one in late 2024 and next today, [XXX], when pulling into street from a stop, there is no throttle response. You push the accelerator at varying pressure and no response for 2-3 seconds. This is a severe safety issue as it could cause an accident with…","quote_3_odi":"11611093","quote_3_text":"When crossing a one-way road with oncoming traffic from the left, a vehicle that has recently passed might be triggering the forward collision avoidance system which cuts off throttle control to the Sienna, even when the passed vehicle is well out of the way","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-ac-intermittent-cycling","label":"Air conditioning intermittent warm/cold cycling on highway","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-08-15 → 2026-08-15","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757097","quote_1_text":"The authorized Toyota dealership has declined warranty coverage for the air conditioning system. The unit exhibits intermittent cycling between warm and cold airflow on the highway. Although the control panel indicates a minimum temperature of 60°F, performance remains…","quote_2_odi":"11757095","quote_2_text":"The authorized Toyota dealership has declined warranty coverage for the air conditioning system. The unit exhibits intermittent cycling between warm and cold airflow on the highway. Although the control panel indicates a minimum temperature of 60°F, performance remains…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal collision","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01-30 → 2026-06-30","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747444","quote_1_text":"During a two-impact collision involving my 2025 Toyota Sienna XLE, none of the airbags deployed despite significant front-end damage that resulted in the vehicle being declared a total loss. The vehicle is currently in the possession of the insurance company or its storage…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-center-console-trap","label":"Center console lid trapping items in inaccessible compartment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-07-11 → 2026-07-14","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750377","quote_1_text":"my husband put his phone and wallet into the center console compartment and closed the lid. When we went to retrieve those items, the lid only opened partially. We were finally able to remove the wallet but the phone had slid down into the compartment where the door to that…","quote_2_odi":"11743368","quote_2_text":"Card became unattainable after dropping behind the top of the center console. No way to get it out","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-driver-mirror-vibration","label":"Driver-side exterior mirror vibration while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02-05 → 2026-07-11","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749762","quote_1_text":"Driver-side mirror (glass part only) vibrates while driving, no matter the speed. This causes a distorted rear view — for example, it's hard to read the license plate of a car on your left","quote_2_odi":"11715987","quote_2_text":"The driver side mirror is shaking and distorted. This issue happened right the first day I took the car home. I immediately contacted the dealership and they asked us to bring the car back to change a new mirror. After changing the new mirror, the problem is still there","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-liftgate-alignment","label":"Rear liftgate misalignment and latch irregularities","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS, STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01-07 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11709417","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear liftgate was not properly aligned with the rear door frame. The contact stated that there was a gap of approximately ¼-inch between the top of the liftgate on the passenger side and the door frame when the tailgate was closed. The gap on the…","quote_2_odi":"11744317","quote_2_text":"My rear lift gate was misaligned and gets stuck. The dealer just fixed and wouldn't honor the warranty, but I believe this shoddy build quality could impact the safety of my family in an accident as it didn't appear the hatch was properly secured","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-power-sliding-door-closure","label":"Power sliding door closing without input on occupant presence","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR , STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-03-16 → 2026-03-16","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11724614","quote_1_text":"The passenger door has now twice started to close on its own without a button being pushed and when I've been standing there buckling a kid in. It does not stop when it encounters an object (me,  a human) and kept trying to get me stuck into the door. I tried pushing back but it…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Sienna","model_slug":"sienna","cluster_id":"sienna-2025-second-row-seat-rail-recall","label":"Second-row seat rail weld recall (25V668) remedy delay","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":155,"date_range":"2025-12-18 → 2026-08-15","source_complaint_count":263,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11727427","quote_1_text":"In July, Toyota discovered that the 2nd row seat rails were defective and posed a serious safety risk. Dealers were sent a DO NOT SELL notice on October 7th for the unsafe Siennas. I was not notified until December 12th that no one should occupy the 2nd row seats while the…","quote_2_odi":"11724567","quote_2_text":"\"Manufacturer Recall 25TB12 (NHTSA Recall Number 25V668) was issued 5 months ago (Oct 2025).   Recall Status:  Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available.   Summary: The subject vehicles contain second-row seats that are mounted on seat rails that may have been improperly…","quote_3_odi":"11707914","quote_3_text":"Toyota has acknowledged that the second-row seat rails may have improper weld penetration, creating a risk that the seats may lose structural integrity in certain high-speed collisions, increasing the risk of injury. Toyota has issued written instructions advising that no one…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/sienna","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Supra","model_slug":"supra","cluster_id":"supra-2021-brake-system-malfunction","label":"Brake system loss of assist and ABS inadvertent engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-11-02 → 2025-12-23","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11460072","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at 40-45 MPH and approaching a stopped vehicle, he decelerated to 20 MPH and continued to slightly depress the brake pedal; however, the anti-lock braking system engaged inadvertently and the vehicle failed to decelerate as needed and started…","quote_2_odi":"11372651","quote_2_text":"I WAS ABOUT 8 MILES INTO MY DRIVE AND CAME UP ON A RED LIGHT AND WENT TOP PUSH THE BRAKES AND THERE WAS NO ASSIST, I HAD TO SWERVE INTO ANOTHER LANE AND STAND ON THE BRAKE PEDAL TO AVOID REAR ENDING THE STOPPED CARS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/supra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Supra","model_slug":"supra","cluster_id":"supra-2021-cold-start-throttle-hesitation","label":"Cold-start throttle hesitation and unresponsive acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06-05 → 2022-10-20","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11490226","quote_1_text":"There is a repeating issue with unresponsive/unpredictable throttle behavior for me and other Toyota Supra owners. It only happens on a cold start, when going in reverse on a slope (exiting the garage) and when traction control gets engaged (the wheel gets in the air for a…","quote_2_odi":"11489558","quote_2_text":"After a cold start, the vehicle will have sluggish/hesitant acceleration from a dead stop initially while trying to pull out of an intersection after the brakes have been applied. This has occurred several times and other owners have reported similar issues","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/supra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Supra","model_slug":"supra","cluster_id":"supra-2021-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption at low mileage intervals","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-06-08 → 2023-11-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11554244","quote_1_text":"I am extremely concerned this vehicle consumed .9 Quarts of oil which barely reached 1k miles from the oil consumption test performed by Toyota TECH TIP T-TT-0642-21 (Loyalty Toyota). If the vehicle had consumed the full one 1QT the engine could be deemed a replacement. By…","quote_2_odi":"11468271","quote_2_text":"Unknown.  Car is consuming a lot of oil in low mileage. Oil has been changed twice, once at 1200 miles, again at 2500 miles. Manual states oil change interval is 10,000 miles. Had an oil consumption warning at 7,xxx miles.  Many other 2021 3.0 Supra owners are complaining of…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/supra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Supra","model_slug":"supra","cluster_id":"supra-2021-starter-relay-recall-delay","label":"Engine starter relay recall remedy unavailability","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-01-03 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11728325","quote_1_text":"Toyota Motor North America, Inc. has failed or is unable to remedy the safety recall (NHTSA Recall No. 25V-636), issued on 26 September 2025, for my 2021 Toyota Supra within a reasonable period of time. According to the non-dated letter from Toyota, the recall is for a defect in…","quote_2_odi":"11712336","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Supra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V636000 (Electrical System); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted. The contact disconnected the battery after parking the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/supra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Supra","model_slug":"supra","cluster_id":"supra-2021-starter-system-fault","label":"Starter system fault and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-12-30 → 2026-05-26","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11739994","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Supra. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle the engine did not immediately start and the message regarding a starter malfunction had displayed. The vehicle was later started and driven to the local dealer who diagnosed that…","quote_2_odi":"11633197","quote_2_text":"Vehicle fails to restart after automatic ignition shut off when pressure is removed from brake pedal causing vehicle to shift into neutral without engine power. Vehicle also fails to start showing \"starter system fault\" error","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/supra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-frame-underbody-corrosion","label":"Frame rail and underbody corrosion perforation","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11588718","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while working underneath the vehicle, he noticed a hole in the frame rail, passenger's side, rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was inspected under a Service Bulletin however, the vehicle was not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11696284","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while attempting to have an inspection completed on the vehicle, the contact was informed by the mechanic that the inspection could not be completed due to several holes in the underbody frame of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11666324","quote_3_text":"The underside of my 2011 Toyota Tacoma is experiencing tremendous rust. Dealer said since there was not perforation, nothing to be done. Brackets holding wiring, body panels and now gas tank have rusted and failed. The gas tank strap is a major concern","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-headlight-lens-degradation","label":"Headlight lens yellowing, melting, or cracking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11555787","quote_1_text":"1.) Headlights are yellowing. 2.) Hard to see at night. 3.) Everyone has the same problem. The government should mandate going back to glass headlights for safety reasons. Buffing them only lasts a short period of time and the elderly can't afford to buy new OEM headlights every","quote_2_odi":"11480199","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the driver's and passenger's side headlights were inoperable. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the headlight assemblies were extremely hot and had melted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the driver's and","quote_3_odi":"11383014","quote_3_text":"MY DAYLIGHT RUNNING LIGHT KEEPS BURNING OUT AND SPLITTING THE LENS. IT'S THE SECOND SET OF LIGHT I'VE HAD TO REPLACE THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-horn-airbag-clockspring","label":"Horn inoperative, linked to steering wheel clockspring","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11751917","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that over time the horn intermittently became inoperable; however, the horn operated while in the middle of making a turn. The contact was concerned about the failure because the horn and the air bag in the steering wheel were connected by the clockspring","quote_2_odi":"11291261","quote_2_text":"HORN NOT WORKING .WAS TOLD IT WAS IN STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"11415222","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE FAILED VA INSPECTION DUE TO THE HORN NOT WORKING. I HAVE TO GET THE SPIRAL CABLE REPLACED PER THE AUTO REPAIR SHOP. THIS WAS A RECALL ON TACOMA'S UP TO 2009 (RECALL B1801) BUT NOT MY YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-leaf-spring-fracture","label":"Rear leaf spring fracture on models outside recall VIN range","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11756486","quote_1_text":"While inspecting underneath the vehicle, the contact discovered that the vehicle was only equipped with three leaf springs instead of four. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed","quote_2_odi":"11741784","quote_2_text":"2011 Tacoma, 4x4. Leaf spring is broken on the passenger side. 130,000 miles. According to Toyota my vin is not included under recall 14V-604. I do believe this is either an error or deliberate oversight to avoid responsibility","quote_3_odi":"11713113","quote_3_text":"I experienced brake failure on the highway I laid under the truck to patch the brake failure and found a cracked leaf spring suspension component which there's already a recall for that exact make and model just not my VIN number for that cracked leaf spring","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-steering-shaft-corrosion","label":"Steering shaft and intermediate shaft corrosion or seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11573788","quote_1_text":"Steering shaft u- joint seizure causing loss of vehicle steering. Very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11374087","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND AT ANY SPEED THE STEERING WOULD LOCK UP WHILE TURNING. THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE SHAFT HAS DETERIORATED TO FAILURE. I'M GLAD THAT I DIDN'T HAVE AN ACCIDENT BUT CAME CLOSE","quote_3_odi":"11540542","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that after taking the vehicle for repair, the contact was made aware of rust on the steering shaft and the support arms and the front end of the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the contact was informed that there was no fix for the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2011-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unexpected engine speed increase during braking or cruise","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10691015","quote_1_text":"I LEFT THE PARKING LOT GOING ABOUT 10-20MPH, I DROVE 1/10TH OF A MILE DOWN THE ACCESS ROAD WHEN I WENT TO BRAKE AT THE INTERSECTION. AS SOON AS I TOUCHED THE BRAKE THE ENGINE DRAMATICALLY INCREASED ITS SPEED AND THE TRUCK STARTED TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"10546059","quote_2_text":"WITH CRUISE CONTROL ENGAGED WHEN BEGINNING UP STEEP INCLINES, THE CRUISE CONTROL GUNS THE ENGINE, PUSHING THE VEHICLE TO SPEEDS NEARLY 5MPH OVER THE CRUISE CONTROL SET SPEED","quote_3_odi":"10881533","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 2 MPH, THE CONTACT PULLED THE VEHICLE INTO A PARKING SPACE AND SUDDENLY ACCELERATED APPROXIMATELY 18 FEET BEFORE CRASHING INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2012-clock-spring-horn-airbag-loss","label":"Clock spring failure causing horn and airbag loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11362524","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA HAS KNOW THAT THE CLOCK SPRING HAS BEEN FAILING FOR YEARS. THEY ISSUED A RECALL FOR MODEL YEARS 2005-2009. TRUCKS IN THE MODEL YEARS 2010-2012 ARE ALSO AFFECTED. PROBLEMS - LOSS OF HORN, LOSS OF AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11218844","quote_2_text":"DEFECTIVE CLOCK SPRING. OPEN CIRCUIT","quote_3_odi":"11011463","quote_3_text":"HORN QUIT WORKING, ONLY WORKS WHEN THE WHEEL IS TURNED TO THE LEFT, FUSES ARE GOOD AND SO ARE THE RELAYS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2012-frame-undercarriage-corrosion","label":"Frame and undercarriage corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11560610","quote_1_text":"Under the bottom of my truck, there is tons of rust. I know a lot of the trucks my year, make, and model has been recalled for rust on the body and other parts of the truck","quote_2_odi":"11498183","quote_2_text":"My truck lost drivability while I was going 60 I ran into a ditch to stop. It hads two codes . I took it in they replaced my rack n pinion","quote_3_odi":"11434134","quote_3_text":"The frame has rusted through in several spots","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2012-leaf-spring-fracture","label":"Rear leaf spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11360680","quote_1_text":"FAILURE OF DRIVERS SIDE LEAF SPRING WITH LARGE SECTION(4-6IN) MISSING. GAVE NO NOTICE OF FAILURE PRIOR TO FAILING. FOUND WHEN CHANGING TIRES. DO NOT USE VEHICLE FOR TOWING BEYOND SPECS OR OFF ROADING","quote_2_odi":"11141870","quote_2_text":"IN MAY OF 2017 THE LEFT REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE I PROXIMITY TO THE GAS TANK. I WAS TOLD BY HERITAGE TOYOTA THAT THERE WAS NO RECALL IN PLACE FOR 2012 TOYOTA TACOMA PICK-UPS ALTHOUGH A RECALL WAS IN PLACE THAT STOPPED AT 2011 VEHICLES","quote_3_odi":"11080196","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT A USED 2012 TOYOTA TACOMA WITH 75,000 MILES ON IT FROM A DEALERSHIP WITH THE \"TOYOTA CERTIFICATION.\" AT 86,400 MILES, THE TRUCK BED STARTED SAGGING, AND EVERYTIME I ACCELERATED, THE SUSPENSION WOULD MAKE A LOUD THUMPING NOISE, & THE BACK END WOULD WIGGLE & VIBRATE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2012-secondary-air-injection-limp-mode","label":"Secondary air injection system failure and limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":123,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11320809","quote_1_text":"ON MY 2012 TACOMA THE CODE P2440 AND P2442 WHICH REPRESENT A STUCK OPEN VALVE IN THE SECONDARY AIR INJECTION SYSTEM","quote_2_odi":"11061147","quote_2_text":"VACUMME SWITCHING VALVE AND AIR INJECTION PUMP FAILURE AT 43,000 MILES, COST TO REPAIR IS $2052.32. THIS PART IS PART OF THE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM AND SHOULD BE COVERED BY TOYOTA BUT IS NOT","quote_3_odi":"10943863","quote_3_text":"2012 TACOMA WITH 91,000 MILES: WHILE LEAVING WORK AND TRYING TO ACCELERATE ONTO HIGHWAY THE \"CHECK ENGINE\" AND \"TRAC OFF\" LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. VEHICLE WENT INTO \"LIMP MODE\" AND WOULD NOT GO FASTER THAN 35 MPH. I HAD TO QUICKLY PULL OFF THE ROAD AS TO NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2012-steering-shaft-ball-joint-wear","label":"Steering shaft and ball joint wear failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":295,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11400328","quote_1_text":"RECENTLY I HAVE NOTICED THE STEERING ON MY 2012 TACOMA IS HARDER THAT NORMAL AND NO LONGER RETURNS TO CENTER AFTER TURNING. UPON INVESTIGATING ONLINE AND VISUALLY INSPECTING MY TRUCK, THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING ROD LOWER BALL JOINT HAS FAILED!","quote_2_odi":"11163706","quote_2_text":"MY STEERING SHAFT ROTTED AND SEIZED. I TOOK IT TO A DEALER AND THEY REPAIRED IT BUT CHARGED ME $536.02 TO FIX IT. WHEN I RESEACHED RECALLS THERE WAS ONE ON 5/12/12. I AM ASKING FOR MY MONEY BACK FOR THIS REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"11662570","quote_3_text":"While driving on the road truck locks up occassionally in a curve. i know of mulitple trucks its happening to and only in curves- will end up hurting someone if a fix for it isnt found - no one seems to know what is going on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2013-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system component failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10691993","quote_1_text":"IN STOP AND GO HEAVY TRAFFIC ON INTERSTATE, BRAKE PEDAL WENT ALMOST TO THE FLOOR. ON TAKING TRUCK TO TOYOTA DEALER, A FAILED BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_2_odi":"11706368","quote_2_text":"The power brake booster failed while driving with my [XXX] and [XXX] old. Fortunately I was in a school zone with no traffic","quote_3_odi":"10958274","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ABS ACTIVATED ON ITS OWN AND THE VEHICLE STARTED TO VIBRATE WHILE MAKING A TURN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2013-driveline-shudder-accel-decel","label":"Driveshaft shudder on acceleration and deceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2014-11","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10513511","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK SHUDDERS OR VIBRATES WHEN ACCELERATING AND DECELERATING. THE SOURCE OF THE SHUDDER APPEARS TO BE THE DRIVE SHAFT AND CARRIER BEARING","quote_2_odi":"10649564","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A DRIVE SHAFT VIBRATION ON ACCELERATION, 0-20 MPH. THIS TRUCK HAS A TWO PIECE DRIVE SHAFT","quote_3_odi":"10557132","quote_3_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING THROUGH 20 MPH A VIBRATION/SHUDDER IS VERY NOTICEABLE. THE MORE AGGRESSIVE THE ACCELERATION THE MORE NOTICEABLE THE VIBRATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2013-frontal-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Frontal air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11265490","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 45 MPH THROUGH AN INTERSECTION, ANOTHER VEHICLE TURNED LEFT IN HER PATH CAUSING A COLLISION. THE FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE MIDDLE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE OTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10821557","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED AFTER THE ACCIDENT THAT NEITHER THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG NOR THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11714837","quote_3_text":"Vehicle involved in a head on collision resulting in a total loss. Frontal airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2013-intermediate-steering-shaft-corrosion","label":"Intermediate steering shaft corrosion and binding","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11439550","quote_1_text":"my lower [ntermediate steering shaft has to be replaced repair is pending the u joint was so rusted steering was very difficult","quote_2_odi":"11415170","quote_2_text":"STEERING SUDDENLY BECAME EXTREMELY STIFF WHEN MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN. BROUGHT TO MECHANIC AND CONFIRMED THE LOWER INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT WAS BADLY RUSTED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11161777","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING IN MY TACOMA HAS SUDDENLY BECOME STIFF. IT BEGAN 3 DAYS AGO AND HAS GOTTEN WORSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2013-rear-leaf-spring-failure","label":"Rear leaf spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":124,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11738012","quote_1_text":"2013 Toyota Tacoma rear leaf spring is broken in half 3 leaf set up exactly like the recall up to 2011","quote_2_odi":"11579131","quote_2_text":"The rear leaf springs are rusted and corroded, and make a noise when I drive the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11192743","quote_3_text":"DURING ROUTINE MAINTENANCE I FOUND THAT MY SONS TRUCK HAS A BROKEN LEAF SPRING ON THE DRIVERS SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal-impact crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-04 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11115644","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 50 MPH, THE DRIVER ATTEMPTED TO SWITCH TO THE RIGHT LANE AND CRASHED INTO THE REAR OF THE PRECEDING VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED","quote_2_odi":"11066205","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH OVER BLACK ICE, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO TWO FENCES, A HOUSE, AND A ROCK. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10706298","quote_3_text":"WAITING AT STOP LIGHT, WHEN LIGHT TURNED GREEN PROCEEDED INTO INTERSECTION. AT THAT TIME A MINIVAN STRUCK THE DRIVER SIDE DOOR (90 DEGREES) OF MY 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-brake-fade-abs","label":"Brake pedal fade and ABS malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11581958","quote_1_text":"Brake master cylinder is leaking into the cab, truck has 80k miles on it. OEM replacement part only available through Toyota dealer (Part number: 47050-04092) is INSANE at $1500","quote_2_odi":"10638280","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES ARE \"FADING\" AFTER STOPPING AT A LIGHT. BY \"FADING\", I MEAN THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL REQUIRE MORE PRESSURE AFTER THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN SITTING FOR AT A STOP FOR A TIME","quote_3_odi":"10690976","quote_3_text":"THE ABS SYSTEM ON THIS TRUCK IS VERY UNPREDICTABLE AND UNSAFE. I HAVE HAD 3 INCIDENTS WHERE THE ABS SYSTEM DISABLED ALL BRAKING POWER TO THE WHEELS AND JUST COASTED TO A STOP NARROWLY MISSING OTHER VEHICLES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-brake-pedal-sudden-accel","label":"Sudden acceleration when brake pedal is depressed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10702004","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 2 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD CAUSING THE CONTACTS FOOT TO DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11172151","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TACOMA. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ROLL AND SLOWED DOWN. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AT 2 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11102680","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN REVERSE, IDLING SLOWLY TO A STOP TO PICK UP A HOT WATER HEATER, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY. THE VEHICLE DID NOT RESPOND WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Clear coat peeling and paint chipping","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11729664","quote_1_text":"The Clear coat is failing on the roof and the hood causing the paint to fade. Toyota knows about the problem and fails to do anything to rectify the problem","quote_2_odi":"11600185","quote_2_text":"My 2014 Toyota Tacoma is experiencing paint chipping in large sections on multiple sections of the vehicle. Primarily this can be seen on the passenger side doors near the windows","quote_3_odi":"11390729","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK IS 'SPRUCE MICA GREEN, THE CLEAR COAT IS CRACKED AND PEELING ON FLAT SURFACES. 2014 MODEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-frame-body-rust","label":"Frame and body rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11532729","quote_1_text":"I purchased this Toyota 3 years ago in Rochester NY, an incredibly snowy city that uses a lot of salt in the winter. I was living in Texas when I got informed about a recall about frame damage due to rust and corrosion","quote_2_odi":"11441225","quote_2_text":"I took my vehicle in to the dealer where I always have it serviced, and asked them to do a front end alignment, since it pulls slightly and I noticed a little uneven tire wear. The mechanic said the front suspension is too rusted to align","quote_3_odi":"11046989","quote_3_text":"BOUGHT THE TRUCK FROM A PRIVATE SELLER. FOUND OUT ABOUT THE TOYOTA FRAME RECALL FROM A 3RD PARTY. BROUGHT MY TACOMA IN FOR THE RECALL IN 2013 BUT TOYOTA DID NOT WANT TO CHECK IT BECAUSE I WAS A COUPLE MONTHS PASS THEIR DEAD LINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring harness and hoses","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10821880","quote_1_text":"RODENTS ATE WIRING HARNESS IN ENGINE COMPARTMENT, WHILE DRIVING IN THE CITY, THE TRAC AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CANE ON. I RETURNED HOME AND RETRIEVED ERROR CODE P0333 ON MY READER","quote_2_odi":"10811312","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA REFUSES TO PAY FOR THE DAMAGE. MY AUTO INSURANCE SAID IT MIGHT PAY (STILL WAITING TO FIND OUT) FOR THE DAMAGE, BUT THERE IS A $501 DEDUCTIBLE","quote_3_odi":"11387409","quote_3_text":"THIS IS THE 2ND TIME MY TOYOTA TACOMA HAS BEEN DAMAGED BY RODENTS: THE 1ST TIME (12/15/2015), THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING ROUGH, THE ENGINE AND TRAC OFF WARNING LIGHTS WERE ON, AND THE DAMAGE WAS ABOUT $3,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2014-secondary-air-pump","label":"Secondary air pump and air switching valve failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":93,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11732492","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the check engine and the traction control warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle hesitated to accelerate and failed to exceed 45 MPH while driving","quote_2_odi":"11173703","quote_2_text":"AIR INJECTION PUMP AND AIR SWITCHING VALVE ASSEMBLY. VEHICLE GENERATED AN OBD CODE OF P0418 AND P2441. VEHICLE ONLY HAS 66K MILES. VEHICLE IS UNABLE TO ACCELERATE TO NORMAL DRIVING SPEEDS, VERY SLUGGISH. COST TO REPAIR IS $2K","quote_3_odi":"11582789","quote_3_text":"In the past two years my Tacoma has had to have the air switching valve replaced twice. Vehicle going into limp mode is not safe","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11735954","quote_1_text":"Was in a serious accident while driving and rear ended another vehicle and my airbags did not deploy. Serious front end damage resulting in a total loss of my Tacoma. Shocked airbags did not deploy. Definitely should have","quote_2_odi":"10908928","quote_2_text":"SUBSTANTIAL FRONTAL IMPACT WITHOUT AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT OR SEATBELT PRE-TENSIONERS BEING ACTIVATED. T- BONE ACCIDENT WITH FRONT IMPACT TO MY TACOMA AT 45 MPH HIGHWAY SPEED IMPACTING THE REAR AXLE OF A FULL SIZED PICK-UP","quote_3_odi":"10820461","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL -- I WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONT END AUTO COLLISION YESTERDAY, I WAS GOING ON SPEEDS IN EXCESS OF 45MPH WHEN I STRUCK A CAR THAT HAD CUT ME OFF, MY CAR BECAME COMPLETELY INOPERABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-brake-steering-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake during highway braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11265805","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH ON HIGHWAY AND BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY. THIS HAS HAPPENED SINCE THE VEHICLE WAS NEW. DEALER SAID IT WAS THE TIRES. HE REPLACED THEM AND THE SHAKING STOPPED FOR ALMOST A YEAR","quote_2_odi":"11118399","quote_2_text":"WARPED ROTORS AT 30K MILES, NOW AGAIN AT 43K, DEALER WILL NOT ACKNOWLEDGE COMPLAINT, MY 2011 HAD SAME ISSUE BRAKES REPAIRED UNDER WARRANTY . WHEN DOWNHILL OR HARD BRAKE, STEERING WHEEL WILL VIBRATE WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED. DEALER CONFIRMED PADS ARE STILL GOOD BUT ROTOR WARPED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-cabin-water-leak","label":"Water leak into passenger compartment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11326436","quote_1_text":"THE WIPER BLADE COWL OVER TIME HAS COME AWAY FROM WINDOW AND ALLOWS WATER THE GO INTO CABIN AIR FILTER AND LEAK THROUGH TO THE INSIDE OF TRUCK","quote_2_odi":"11128837","quote_2_text":"WATER LEAKING INTO PASSENGER COMPARTMENT - SOAKING ELECTRICAL WIRE BUNDLE, SEAT AND FLOOR; DRIPPED AT RIGHT PASSENGER SEAT GRAB HANDLE IN RAIN OR WET SNOW VEHICLE STATIONARY OR MOVING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-frame-rust","label":"Frame and underbody rust","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11437044","quote_1_text":"truck frame, welds, seams, control arms, calipers, ball joints etc....all have significant rust. the drivers side rear fender to frame support has completely rusted through. i am stunned by the amount of rust underneath this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11703810","quote_2_text":"TACOMA FRAME IS RUSTING AND SO ARE OTHER KEY COMPONENTS OF THE FRAME, SUPER WHITE PAINT IS ALSO CHIPPING IN VARIOUS LOCATIONS SUCH AS FRONT BUMPER AND DOOR FRAMES","quote_3_odi":"11218666","quote_3_text":"BOTH MY TRUCK AND MY DADS TRUCK MAKE MODEL AND YEAR AND BOTH OF THE FRAME ARE RUSTING ON THE FRAME AND FRAME WELDS AS WELL AS THE LEAF SPRINGS ARE RUSTING AND STARTING TO FLATTEN OUT WHILE PARKED AND THE DRIVE SHAFT AND THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL IS STARTING TO RUST VERY QUICKLY AS…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-paint-peeling","label":"Exterior paint peeling and clear coat failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11615965","quote_1_text":"The vehicle's Super White Factory Applied paint (040) is peeling around the exterior window frame. Took it to local dealership and was advised to speak with Toyota Customer Service who advised that my year had not been included in the SRP 23TE08 with the same issues for years…","quote_2_odi":"11639196","quote_2_text":"I would like to express my concern about the paint on my 2015 Toyota Tacoma in Ribbon Blue, which has faded significantly on the roof and hood and is chipping extensively underneath the hood, around the windows, and underneath the doors","quote_3_odi":"11732802","quote_3_text":"Severe premature paint failure on hood, roof, & cab of 2015 Toyota Tacoma. Paint has completely oxidized and failed, exposing underlying surface","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-secondary-air-injection","label":"Secondary air injection system failure and limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11497114","quote_1_text":"Due to the failure of the secondary air pump system vehicle will experience a sudden loss of power and could cause a loss of control. Toyota is aware of the problem but will not issue a recall","quote_2_odi":"11364432","quote_2_text":"SECONDARY AIR INJECTION SYSTEM (SAIS) - ONE WAY FLAPPER BELOW INJECTOR VALVE STICKS EITHER OPEN/CLOSED, THROWS OFF WHOLE SAIS AND SETS CAR IN LIMP MODE WITH CORRESPONDING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CODE","quote_3_odi":"10824105","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT AWAY GOING UP A SLIGHT HILL ON THE HWY EXCELLING AND PRESSING THE GAS PEDAL WHEN THE POWER SUDDENLY DROPPED AND WENT DOWN TO 20 MPH WHILE I PRESSED THE GAS PEDAL EVEN MORE THE ENGINE SOUNDED LIKE IT WAS REVVING BUT THE SPEED STAYED AT 20 MPH OR LESS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":100,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-30","quote_1_odi":"11312230","quote_1_text":"SUDDEN ACCELERATION ON FEB 25, 2020. I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT, LOW SPEED (UNDER 10 MPH), RIGHT HAND TURN, VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. I PRESSED HARD ON THE BRAKE, LOCKING THE BRAKES UP AND SQUEALING TIRES. THE TRUCK LURCHED TO A STOP","quote_2_odi":"11343429","quote_2_text":"ON THREE DIFFERENT OCCASIONS I WAS STATIONARY WITH THE GEAR SHIFT IN DRIVE AND MY FOOT FIRMLY ON THE BREAK,WHEN THE RPM'S SUDDENLY REVEL UP TO OVER 5000 RPM AND THE TRUCK TRYING TO LURCH FORWARD. I HAD TO RAM THE GEAR SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL TO GET THE RPM'S TO DROP DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11447716","quote_3_text":"I came to a complete stop right after a left turn into strip shopping parking lot. My automatic transmission in drive with my left foot on the brake. My truck suddenly took off on its own hitting another vehicle at high speed a few inches away to my right","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-blower-motor-fan-failure","label":"Blower motor fan failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11109534","quote_1_text":"FAN BLOWER MOTOR FAILED , NO AC/HEAT OR DEFROST AS A RESULT. .","quote_2_odi":"11023704","quote_2_text":"THE BLOWER MOTOR / FAN IN THE CABIN IS BROKEN AND MAKES LOUD NOISES - DOES NOT WORK. IN HEAVY RAIN, WINDOWS FOGGED UP, UNABLE TO SEE ROAD CLEARLY IN A WET, CROWDED AND SLIPPERY ROAD.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-paint-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Paint and clear coat peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11724836","quote_1_text":"Severe clear coat and paint fading on hood, roof and sides of truck.","quote_2_odi":"11701789","quote_2_text":"Paint on hood and roof is fading significantly.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-rear-diff-recall-parts-delay","label":"Rear differential recall parts delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11043607","quote_1_text":"I have received two recall notices on my 2016 Toyota Tacoma Limited pickup truck. The second notice was in July, 2017. I have not yet been able to have the recalls done because the parts are not available from Toyota yet.…","quote_2_odi":"11011404","quote_2_text":"MY 2016 TACOMA SAFETY RECALL FOR REAR DIFFERENTIAL LEAK. I DROP MY TACOMA OFF @ RON TONKIN DEALER ON JUNE 16TH, 2017 AND IT OVER A MONTH I HAD NOT HEAR ANY UPDATE FROM THE DEALER WHEN MY TRUCK WILL BE FIXED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-seat-heater-wiring-melting","label":"Seat heater wiring melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11190946","quote_1_text":"SEAT HEATER MODULE CONNECTOR HAS FAILED AND BURNED/MELTED THE CONNECTOR. APPEARS TO BE A FIRE CONCERN.","quote_2_odi":"11435698","quote_2_text":"Driver side Heated seat connector has evidence of burning. Seat not working.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-third-brake-light-leak","label":"Third brake light water leak into cabin","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11386356","quote_1_text":"THE CAB MOUNTED THIRD BRAKE LIGHT FIXTURE IS ALLOWING A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER TO LEAK INTO THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. THE SEATS AND CARPET ARE GETTING SOAKED EVERY TIME THERE IS HEAVY RAIN.…","quote_2_odi":"11396904","quote_2_text":"THE 3RD BRAKE LIGHT BECOMES LOOSE ALLOWING WATER INTO THE TRUCK CAB. IT IS EITHER A RUBBER GASKET DEFECT OR IT WAS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED AT THE FACTORY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-timing-chain-cover-oil-leak","label":"Timing chain cover oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11507715","quote_1_text":"Timing chain cover is leaving oil.","quote_2_odi":"11497655","quote_2_text":"This vehicle is equipped with Toyota V6 Motor that was new in 2016. The issue is the Timing Chain Cover leaks oil. This was an issue on Toyota Motors before 2016 and Toyota issued a TSB for those.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2016-transmission-harsh-shifting","label":"Harsh or erratic transmission shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":323,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11614574","quote_1_text":"I purchased the vehicle new and noticed right away that the transmisson would clunk right away when I put it into gear[ it's an automatic]. I asked the dealership about it and they said it was normal and no issues.…","quote_2_odi":"11163157","quote_2_text":"TRANSMISSION SHAKES VEHICLE IN LOWER GEARS WHEN SLOWING DOWN TO A STOP. TRANSMISSION HESITATES AND HARD JERKS WHEN SHIFTING FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE .","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and power loss while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11735232","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled on highway bridge. Took to mechanic shop. They put the diagnostic code machine on and the code indicated fuel pump failure. Toyota does have a recall notice for the year, make, and model of my vehicle. But not showing on my VIN.","quote_2_odi":"11700837","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway when my vehicle suddenly lost power. The engine light and traction control light came on, and I lost power, and the engine started sputtering. I had to pull off to the side and put on hazards…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-heated-seat-wiring-melt","label":"Heated seat wiring harness melting","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11228421","quote_1_text":"THE SEAT HEATER AMP AND HARNESS THAT WENT TO IT TRIED TO CATCH ON FIRE AND SHORTED OUT WHICH ENDED UP MELTING BOTH PARTS","quote_2_odi":"11246501","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS SIDE HEATED SEAT CONNECTOR AND HEATER AMP BURNED UP AND SHORTED OUT. THIS CONNECTOR IS LOCATED UNDER THE SEAT. I FEEL THIS IS A FIRE HAZARD TO SAY THE LEAST…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-hvac-blower-failure","label":"HVAC blower motor fan breakage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11114001","quote_1_text":"2017 TOYOTA TACOMA AC BLOWER MOTOR BROKEN AT 17,000 MILES. I CAN NOT RUN AC/HEAT/DEFOGGERS IN 110 DEGREE WEATHER. DEALERSHIP TOLD ME PART WAS ON BACKORDER WITH ALMOST 1100 MORE WITH AN ETA OF 75 + DAYS.","quote_2_odi":"11112867","quote_2_text":"TRUCK CAB FAN PLASTIC SQUIRREL CAGE (THE AIR MOVER) HAS SEPARATED FROM FAN MOTOR SHAFT. CANNOT RUN FAN, THEREFORE CANNOT DEFROST WINDSHIELD OR RUN HEATER/AIR CONDITIONER, ALL ARE POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ISSUES…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-master-cylinder-leak","label":"Brake master cylinder fluid leak into cab","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11573751","quote_1_text":"The brake master cylinder is leaking to the inside of the cab floor.","quote_2_odi":"11566904","quote_2_text":"Brake system is leaking fluid into the cab, and collects on the floor mat. Brake fluid level has dropped below minimum cold level. Mileage 42,164 Leaking brake fluid can cause decreased brake performance, or complete failure of the braking system…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-paint-clear-coat-peeling","label":"Paint and clear coat peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11741321","quote_1_text":"Clear coat and paint began to oxidize and fade after 4 years of ownership even when maintaining with wax","quote_2_odi":"11497944","quote_2_text":"Excessive peeling/flaking paint on all 4 doors, hood, gas cap, all over.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-rear-cab-water-leak","label":"Water leak into rear cab with mold growth","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11650577","quote_1_text":"2017 Tacoma TRD Pro Water has been leaking through the rear air-pressure vents for quite some time. I have had a moldy/musty smell in the truck after a good rain for at least 6 months. Then I started noticing mold coming up on the driver's side kick plate…","quote_2_odi":"11348578","quote_2_text":"THE THIRD BRAKE LIGHTING LEAKS WATER WHEN RAINING/CARWASH THIS CAN GENERATE A SHORT CIRCUIT.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-rear-differential-leak","label":"Rear differential fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11091905","quote_1_text":"TACOMA REAR DIFFERENTIAL LEAK - MY 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA IS LEAKING FLUID FROM MY REAR DIFFERENTIAL. CURRENTLY THERE IS TOYOTA RECALL ON 2016 AND SOME 2017 TOYOTA TACOMA MODELS.","quote_2_odi":"11245629","quote_2_text":"REAR DIFFERENTIAL SEEPING AND LEAKING AFTER SECOND REPAIR AND STILL NOT FIXED. ALSO SEEPING FROM FILL BOLT REAR DIFFERENTIAL, CARRIER GASKET, AND BOTTOM STUD AND CARRIER BOLT. IT ALSO POPS WHEN STARTING SOMETIMES.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2017-transmission-shift-delay","label":"Transmission delayed engagement and harsh shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":237,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11062727","quote_1_text":"THE TRANSMISSION DOES NOT ENGAGE ON TAKE OFF INITIALLY, IT ALSO JUMPS AS YOU ARE SLOWING DOWN ,COMING TO A STOP AT A STOP LIGHT. IT HAS BEEN IN 4 TIMES FOR THIS SAME ISSUE. TOYOTA KNOWS THERE IS A PROBLEM, AND THEY ACKNOWLEDGE IT, BUT DOES NOT HAVE A FIX FOR IT…","quote_2_odi":"11419449","quote_2_text":"I have been having several intermittent issue with the automatic transmission on my 2017 Tacoma TRD off Road with 43000 miles. Among them are as follows: It fails to shift correctly (hunting for gears) on the highway and hesitates to accelerate when needed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-brake-fluid-leak-master-cylinder","label":"Brake fluid leak from booster/master cylinder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512521","quote_1_text":"Pulling vehicle into the garage on a cold morning (15 deg F). Hydraulic booster/brake master cylinder suddenly stopped providing boost pressure and brake pedal dropped to the floor. With no braking effort able to be applied the vehicle was driven into the house at slow speed","quote_2_odi":"11629242","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while inside the vehicle, there was brake fluid leaking from above the brake pedal. Additionally, while driving, the brake pedal had to be firmly depressed to stop the vehicle. No warning light was illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11722232","quote_3_text":"The Break booster has failed or started since the break fluid is leaking inside the cab. And other trucks from the same year as my truck did have a recall for the break master cylinder failing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-cabin-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Cabin water intrusion and mold from cab vents","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751422","quote_1_text":"The cab vents failed causing water to soak the carpet and pad from the back wall to the front of the cab. Mold was growing through out the the cab. Carpet & pad had to be removed","quote_2_odi":"11699187","quote_2_text":"The 3rd generation Tacomas rear cabin vents (2 vents) allow water to enter the cabin because they are not tight to the body or sealed properly. The water leaks down the back wall and forward onto the floor soaking the carpet and padding underneath","quote_3_odi":"11746680","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, there was an abnormal odor coming from the inside of the vehicle. While the vehicle was being serviced, the dealer discovered that the inner padding on the front passenger side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-clear-coat-paint-peeling","label":"Clear coat paint peeling and cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750035","quote_1_text":"WHAT FAILED: The clear coat finish on the exterior paint of my 2018 Toyota Tacoma has failed (cracking) in two separate locations on the same vehicle, indicating a manufacturing defect rather than normal wear","quote_2_odi":"11741027","quote_2_text":"Paint has been peeling from door handles and front bumper","quote_3_odi":"11681930","quote_3_text":"The clear coat on the exterior paint of the truck has failed. This has left the base coat paint exposed which means the metal frame is susceptible to rusting now","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-forward-collision-system-malfunction","label":"Forward collision system false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11454500","quote_1_text":"While driving on 3 lane interstate, with the adaptive cruise control on, while passing a semi truck the front collision brake system activated. I was doing 72 miles an hour when it happened. The result was almost got rear-ended by another vehicle when my truck applied the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11641376","quote_2_text":"My 2018 Toyota Tacoma started showing a \"forward collision detection system malfunction\" \"Contact your dealer\" light came on that also indicates system is not on/functioning","quote_3_odi":"11230918","quote_3_text":"WITH LASER CRUISE CONTROL ON, VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY SLAM ON THE BRAKES AND RELEASE WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-fuel-pump-stall-recall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump stall under open recall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672528","quote_1_text":"On June 26, 2025, around 9:30 AM, I was driving my Tacoma on the highway at approximately 70 mph when the truck suddenly lost power. I was in the center lane and nearly got hit as I tried to exit the highway","quote_2_odi":"11316270","quote_2_text":"AFTER SITTING OUT IN SUB-ZERO TEMPERATURES FOR SEVERAL HOURS, THE VEHICLE REFUSED TO START DUE TO APPARENT FUEL STARVATION. AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS,AND REPEATED DEPRESSION ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL,FUEL WAS EVENTUALLY DELIVERED AND THE VEHICLE STARTED","quote_3_odi":"11400290","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA DEALER KNOWINGLY SOLD ME A 2018 40K MILES TACOMA WITH AN OPEN RECALL REGARDING FAILING LOW PRESSURE FUEL PUMP THAT CAN STALL AT HIGH SPEED. THIS WAS NOT DISCLOSED AT TIME OF PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2018-transmission-hesitation-shudder","label":"Transmission hesitation and shudder on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":202,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11492242","quote_1_text":"2018 2WD Tacoma. Auto transmission. Ever since new and even today, when traveling 30-40 MPH and slowing to anywhere from 10-25 MPH, and then trying to accelerate, the engine and/or transmission stumbles/hesitates for at least a full second, and then the engine races higher","quote_2_odi":"11405527","quote_2_text":"2018 TACOMA AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHUDDERS, HESITATES AND MISSES AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 35-60 MPH. THIS HAPPENS CONSTANTLY. SLIGHT PEDAL AND LOW RPM'S IN 5TH AND 6TH GEAR IS WHEN IT'S MOST NOTICEABLE","quote_3_odi":"11279873","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE EXHIBITS A STUMBLING CONDITION AND LOSS OF POWER WHEN APPLYING HEAVY THROTTLE TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOP OR SLOW VEHICLE SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Hesitation and lurching on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11323943","quote_1_text":"ACCELERATION IS OFTEN HESITANT AND JERKY. WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP,TURNING OR DRIVING , I WILL PUSH THE GAS TO ACCELERATE BUT THE TRUCK TAKES ABOUT 2 SECONDS TO FINALLY MOVE","quote_2_odi":"11282410","quote_2_text":"THIS TACOMA SR5 IS BRAND NEW, ABOUT 4700 MILES ON IT SO FAR. NOTICING A LOT OF HESITATION BETWEEN THE 35-60 MPH. AFTER WEEKS OF TAKING THE VEHICLE BACK TO SAVANNAH TOYOTA, ITS THE TORQUE CONVERTER. THE VEHICLE HAS SLOW PICK UP AND HARD ACCELERATION FROM A STOP TO POSITION","quote_3_odi":"11315875","quote_3_text":"A COUPLE TIMES OVER THE LAST SEVERAL MONTHS, I'VE HAD PROBLEMS WITH RPMS SURGING (BETWEEN 800 & 1200) SHORTLY AFTER STARTING THE TRUCK WHEN THE VEHICLE IS COLD; BOTH WHILE IDLING IN PARK AND SHORTLY AFTER PLACING THE VEHICLE INTO D OR R","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-brake-master-cylinder-leak","label":"Brake master cylinder leak with pedal sinking to floor","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11643249","quote_1_text":"Brakes pedal inside car was dripping brake fluid and there was a loss of power when breaking. The vehicle was taken to a Toyota dealership and they diagnosed the problem as a failure of the brake master cylinder (part # 47050-04180)","quote_2_odi":"11499885","quote_2_text":"Brake fluid leaking from master cylinder through the firewall back inside the cab and down the brake pedal.Appears it has a Defective seal in the master cylinder.Brake pedal seems harder than normal","quote_3_odi":"11439788","quote_3_text":"PUSHED ON THE BRAKES, THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND DID NOT STOP OR SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN. PUMPED THE BRAKES AND WAS ABLE TO SAFELY DECELERATE, BUT NOT BEFORE ALMOST CRASHING INTO THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-braking-vibration","label":"Vibration while braking at low speeds","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11290379","quote_1_text":"VIBRATION IN SEAT/CAB WHILE APPLYING BRAKES BETWEEN 35-15 MPH THAT WORSENS THE MORE YOU DRIVE IT. VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED BRAND NEW AND HAS 5000 MILES ON IT AND DEALER STATES NORMAL CHARACTERISTIC OF VEHICLE- NO PROBLEM FOUND","quote_2_odi":"11385789","quote_2_text":"MY 2019 TACOMA 4X4 DBL CAB SR5 HAS 22000 MILES ON IT AND HAS A HISTORY OF THE BRAKES PULSING. THE DEALER HAS REPLACED BOTH FRONT AND REAR BRAKES AT 5K AND 11K MILES, AND NOW AGAIN AT 22K MILES","quote_3_odi":"11405444","quote_3_text":"MULTIPLE OCCURANCES - 2019 TACOMA 42XXX MILES AND ON THE 3RD ISSUE OF WARPING FRONT ROTORS. VEHICLE IS HIGHWAY DRIVEN PRIMARILY AND ROTORS WARP AND CAUSE SHAKING WHILE BRAKING AT OR AROUND 3000 MILES AFTER HAVING THEM CUT OR REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-cabin-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into rear cabin from pressure vents","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11686793","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the rear cabin pressure vent seals had deteriorated, causing rainwater to leak into the rear cabin of the vehicle. The contact stated that there was a mildew odor inside the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11689472","quote_2_text":"The rear cabin pressure vent leaks water into the cabin creating an unsafe vehicle to drive during rainy days","quote_3_odi":"11691503","quote_3_text":"Water leaked through the third brake light assembly into the cab roof, soaking the ceiling, seats, and carpet. This caused extensive mold growth and electrical corrosion near the control modules","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-engine-ticking-cylinder-damage","label":"Engine ticking noise and cylinder damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11716829","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal clattering sound coming from the engine, with a misfire coming from the engine. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11572698","quote_2_text":"Experienced a check engine light and took the 2019 Toyota Tacoma to the Toyota dealer where they ran diagnostic check revealing the # 1 cylinder had little to no compression due to damaged valves. Mileage at the time of failure was 59966 miles","quote_3_odi":"11504747","quote_3_text":"Engine making ticking noise, this is approximately 4000 miles after repeated engine stalls","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Low-pressure fuel pump failure with engine stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":64,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11352514","quote_1_text":"THE FUEL PUMP ON MY TACOMA FAILED. THE TRUCK HAS STALLED AT HIGH SPEED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE TRUCK HAS FAILED TO RESTART AFTER STALLING","quote_2_odi":"11476896","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump failure at 63k miles. Check Engine light came on. P0171 code thrown. Truck began hard starting, and rough idling. Stalled on freeway, stuck at 4k RPM and would not drop. Had to pull off and restart","quote_3_odi":"11736679","quote_3_text":"low pressure fuel pump in fuel tank failed. This part was already repaired from previous recall and failed again. Error code P0087. Vehicle shuttered and stopped in traffic. Broken bits of fuel pump were left in gas tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-head-unit-reboot","label":"Head unit reboots and Bluetooth disconnection","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11288165","quote_1_text":"RADIO/HEAD UNIT KEEPS REBOOTING. EVEN WHEN NO BLUETOOTH IS CONNECTED","quote_2_odi":"11277175","quote_2_text":"ENTUNE RADIO/HEADUNIT (HU) REBOOT ITSELF WHILE IN A CALL. REBOOT OCCURS WHILE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION AT ANY SPEED, DURING ANY DRIVING CONDITION. AS THE HU REBOOTS, DRIVER IS UNABLE TO USE REAR-VIEW CAMERA AND ANY OTHER FEATURE DISPLAYED IN HU","quote_3_odi":"11290736","quote_3_text":"BLUETOOTH RANDOMLY DISCONNECTS DURING A PHONE CALL. HAPPENED ABOUT 5 TIMES ON MY WAY TO WORK. USED ANOTHER PHONE AND DID SAME THING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2019-steering-rack-leak","label":"Steering rack fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":210,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11601792","quote_1_text":"Steering rack was found to be leaking fluid onto the rubber boot during the 52,000 mile oil change and general maintenance by the Toyota dealership. This leak requires the complete steering rack to be replaced for approximately $2,100","quote_2_odi":"11499942","quote_2_text":"During a repair for a tire pressure warning light the service technician noticed that my steering rack was leaking and needed to be replaced. My vehicle has 34,651 miles on it. Repair cost $1700","quote_3_odi":"11511406","quote_3_text":"The power steering fluid, when cold , is below the “low” line. Upon looking at the steering boots I noticed that both have fluid on them indicating a leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2020-brake-master-cylinder","label":"Brake master cylinder fluid leak","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11697744","quote_1_text":"Brake fluid leaking into cab from master cylinder","quote_2_odi":"11660258","quote_2_text":"My brake master cylinder is leaking brake fluid under the steering column and dripping inside. This seems to have a recall but they only did it for trucks up to 2019 and my 2020 has the same exact issue.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2020-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11654190","quote_1_text":"The truck suddenly stopped Took it to a mechanic and had to replace the fuel pump. AAA tow company along with the mechanic that fixed the issue said that it is odd a truck so new with fuel pump issues I have the bad fuel pump and invoices. The truck stopped working at 55,247mi…","quote_2_odi":"11493559","quote_2_text":"The truck has died while driving two separate times. It seems that the problem is the fuel pump, just like we now know have been recalled by Toyota in this model and others. The symptoms are exactly what have been reported by people experiencing faulty fuel pumps that are…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2020-transmission-shift","label":"Transmission harsh shifting and gear hunting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11405425","quote_1_text":"2020 TOYOTA TACOMA TRD SPORT, TRANSMISSION LURKS FROM REVERSE INTO DRIVE YOU HAVE TO PRESS THE BRAKE PEDAL A LITTLE HARDER THAN NORMAL TO KEEP FROM LURKING. SOMETIMES THE VEHICLE SEEMS TO LOOSE POWER WHEN DOWN SHIFTING WHILE ACCELERATING (GOING AROUND A CORNER). THE TRUCK ALSO…","quote_2_odi":"11652210","quote_2_text":"Throwout bearing premature failure. Saftey was put at risk with harsh shifting and potential transmission failure while merging into traffic due to not going into gear. Was brought to a shop to install a new TOB and had to replace my pressure plate as well due to wear. TOB is…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collisions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11501237","quote_1_text":"The subject vehicle left roadway and impacted a tree in a pure frontal impact. The front seat passenger airbag failed to deploy. An 11 year old child was seated and properly belted in the front passenger seat. The child was killed as a result of blunt force trauma to his head…","quote_2_odi":"11475044","quote_2_text":"I was in a severe T-none car accident and the airbags did not deploy. The power restrain activated, the seat locked in place but no airbag deployment. The car that hit me was going at aprox. 50-60MPH. I could have died and so could have my 11 & 6 year old passengers. My sister…","quote_3_odi":"11425923","quote_3_text":"Tacoma was rear-ended at 80 mph. Tacoma rolled over three times front airbags did not go off.. side curtain bags did.. seat belt on driver side failed after the second rollover.. rear cross traffic warning did not go off.. driver seat collapsed. driver was injured and was in…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-brake-pedal-to-floor","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor and master cylinder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11722917","quote_1_text":"when I push the brake pedal, it goes to the floor. I have had the brakes and master cylinder replaced. after about one month the brakes started failing again. I am going to take it back to the mechanic to have them re-evaluate the brakes. No kind of official has inspected my…","quote_2_odi":"11620230","quote_2_text":"When stopping vehicle (for instance, at a stop light), vehicle would stop normally when pressing the brakes, but after a few seconds, the vehicle would start forward again. The brake pedal would give way and press down further, stopping briefly before starting forward again - so…","quote_3_odi":"11455023","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-coolant-bypass-joint-leak","label":"Rear engine coolant bypass joint leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11740269","quote_1_text":"The plastic coolant crossover valve or pipe failed at 66,000 miles and 5 years of usage. This led to the radiator cracking. After researching online, I read about thousands of Tacoma 3rd generation users with the same issue. Also, the same issue was recalled for several other…","quote_2_odi":"11645330","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked at the residence, the contact raised the hood to inspect the engine and became aware that the coolant bypass valve was leaking coolant. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was taken to a…","quote_3_odi":"11598095","quote_3_text":"I was idling in line for food when I noticed my thermostat gauge going slightly higher in temp. All of a sudden I hear a loud hissing sound and smoke coming off of the engine as well as a chemical burn smell. I pulled over to the side in fear that a fire could potentially start…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-frame-rust-corrosion","label":"Frame and subframe rust and corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11406387","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2021 TOYOTA TACOMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON INSPECTION, IT WAS DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS SEVERE RUSTING AND CORROSION ON THE SUBFRAME OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH INCLUDED SEVERAL CRACKS TO THE FRAME WELDS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN UNKNOWN DEALER WHO WAS…","quote_2_odi":"11608808","quote_2_text":"Toyota addressed this issue with the frame paint peeling off long ago but they have not launched a customer support program to solve the problem yet. When we reached their Brand Engagement center line (1-888-270-9371) and they do not provide a hard or estimated date to launch…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11705044","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at highway speeds, the vehicle stalled with the engine oil warning light flashing on the instrument panel. The contact stated that her husband detected a fuel odor coming from the…","quote_2_odi":"11560532","quote_2_text":"High-pressure and low pressure fuel pumps. Yes it is available for inspection. The truck cannot maintain posted, speed limit, causing a potential rear end collision. I reported the problem they replaced the high-pressure fuel pump for free and then said the low pressure fuel…","quote_3_odi":"11700086","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced extended cranking on cold start. There was no warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not covered under Toyota Campaign Number…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-transmission-gear-hunting","label":"Transmission gear hunting under cruise control","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11681105","quote_1_text":"Transmission constantly seeking a gear usually 5th to 6th while using Cruize control. At times over-reving to near redline. End up having to manuall downshift to fourth back and fourt to drive. End up shifting more frequently that would if driving my mauual 6 speed transmission…","quote_2_odi":"11412879","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WILL NOT HOLD 6TH GEAR WHILE IN CRUISE CONTROL. VEHICLE WILL SUDDENLY DOWN SHIFT TO 5TH AND SOMETIMES 4TH. THIS MAKES THE VEHICLE SURGE FORWARD ABRUPTLY.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and engine surging","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11500891","quote_1_text":"- Engine throttle went into wide open throttle causing the Unintended acceleration in traffic - The truck was doing about 45mph the passing gear came on and a second I was doing 60mph I quickly applied full pressure on the brakes and the car did not slow down at all, the truck…","quote_2_odi":"11475745","quote_2_text":"The accelerator on my truck suddenly accelerates without warning at highway speeds 60MPH and above, as well as residential speeds of 25+ MPH. It also accelerates when coming up to a stop sign and you are slowing down. The Toyota dealership said they were unable to reproduce or…","quote_3_odi":"11499295","quote_3_text":"I have experienced short periods with my Tacoma accelerating when my foot wasn't on the gas pedal. The floor mat was pinned down correctly and not in the way. I was turning left and my truck started to speed up like the gas was being pressed. I had to hit the brakes as a red…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11646536","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, another vehicle failed to stop at a red light. Consequently, the other vehicle collided with the vehicle on the passenger's side door and front quarter panel, sending the…","quote_2_odi":"11641835","quote_2_text":"A txdot road work crew had traffic stopped on the highway. We were last in a row of traffic when a distracted, driver, traveling near full highway speed rear-ended us. The truck automatically connected us to an agent who called 911. The message screen showed 2 warnings which…","quote_3_odi":"11588558","quote_3_text":"I hit an elk on the road. The elk came in direct impact with the front of my truck. No air bags deployed despite the force of the significant frontal impact. There had been no warnings or messages leading up to this that the airbags were not functional, nor was I notified that…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-brake-pedal-soft","label":"Soft brake pedal and master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11491005","quote_1_text":"Truck has 3900 miles on it. From day 1, the brakes almost go down to the floor when sitting at a stop. If you press the brakes normally during driving, they seem to be okay, but if you sit at a stop, you can practically push the pedal to the floor. The only time I have ever…","quote_2_odi":"11473257","quote_2_text":"When starting especially in the morning my brake pedal is very mushy and goes very near the floor. When driving and have to break it sometimes goes down a little too far. The dealer said this was normal. I do not feel it is safe. I've never had a vehicle do this. If this is…","quote_3_odi":"11577398","quote_3_text":"In March 2022 brake master cylinder failed and was replaced. Today March 14, 2024 notified by dealer that brake master cylinder has gone out again. Toyota certified dealer working with Toyota on fixing. This creates a major safety issue with braking system.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-coolant-bypass-leak","label":"Coolant bypass duct and hose leaking","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11732087","quote_1_text":"Coolant bypass duct leaking at just 52,000 miles. Part is made of plastic and is a very common problem.","quote_2_odi":"11616667","quote_2_text":"Coolant hose sprang a leak. Dealer said this is a known issue","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-engine-hesitation-stall","label":"Engine hesitation and stalling on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11500132","quote_1_text":"My 2022 Tacoma has 1200 miles on it. While turning a corner I slowed down to make the turn when I pushed on the pedal to speed back up there was no response from the engine. It was dark outside and my dash lit up like the key was turned off. I kind of panicked and began…","quote_2_odi":"11655432","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH and driving up a steep incline, there was an engine misfire and the vehicle almost stalled. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and heard an abnormal sound coming from the…","quote_3_odi":"11593175","quote_3_text":"when stopped at stop signs or intersections ,when taken off from a stop truck would have a dead spot and almost caused a accident trying to get into traffic. has happened several times over the lease time i have had it. no alerts. has been reported . gas treatment suggested.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-paint-peeling-corrosion","label":"Paint peeling and exposed metal on white trucks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11715416","quote_1_text":"The 2016-2022 White double cab Toyota Tacomas have a known paint flaking/peeling issue. On 2/1/2026 while drying my truck after its wash, on the driver's rear door by the window rubber trim my paint was flaking off. On 2/2/26 I spoke with an agent at Toyota Corporation (but…","quote_2_odi":"11712539","quote_2_text":"I am requesting executive-level review and assistance regarding a documented paint failure on my 2022 Toyota Tacoma, finished in paint code 040 (Super White). Toyota has informed me that my VIN is not included in Customer Support Program #XXX. However, this determination does…","quote_3_odi":"11648257","quote_3_text":"I have a 2022 white Toyota Tacoma trd4x4. The paint is chipping in the inside fender on the left side. I did some research and looks like there was a recall for this very issue and that Toyota was reimbursing for the repairs. I called Toyota today and they said that I'm vin…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-pre-collision-braking","label":"Pre-collision and adaptive cruise braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11574893","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control will randomly slam on the brakes out of nowhere. This has happened multiple times to me while driving behind no one. Not only is this startling to me and everyone in the vehicle, but it is a safety hazard. Someone driving behind me who is not paying…","quote_2_odi":"11616800","quote_2_text":"i notice that every time i pass a tunel or under pass the automatic braking assist activate it will make suden brake is that normal. some times the forward collision warning will triger alarm sound end it will brake by it self.","quote_3_odi":"11511743","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that both the front driver's seat and front passenger's seat were vibrating while depressing the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed that the rear brake drums were grooved. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure and wet-traction loss","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11499706","quote_1_text":"Tire size 265/65/R17 In 8000 miles on a 2022 Toyota Tacoma, purchased new in August 2022, I have had two Nitto Ridge Grappler sidewall failures. Each has happened at highway speeds (55-60 mph) with adequate pressure (35 PSI). No objects or road hazards were encountered. Each…","quote_2_odi":"11543539","quote_2_text":"Tires are cracking and I had to patch 3 diff tires since I purchased this 2022 Tacoma","quote_3_odi":"11739752","quote_3_text":"Component/system: Rear tires — traction and wet-weather grip performance. Tires are available for inspection upon request. Tire size: 265/70R16 Four BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A 265/70R16 112T all-season tires were purchased new and professionally installed at a retail…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2022-transmission-shifting","label":"Transmission shudder and shifting behavior","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11709857","quote_1_text":"Transmission blew at 40200 miles under normal driving conditions going approximately 30/35 mph","quote_2_odi":"11658181","quote_2_text":"Transmission is failing, fluid was black and burnt at 35k miles (dealer did not provide a large enough sample to allow for testing the fluid because I didn't specify the amount I needed), and vehicle is not throwing a CEL or MIL so therefore Toyota says that there is no…","quote_3_odi":"11590921","quote_3_text":"Vehicle exhibits symptoms typically associated with (at least in older vehicles) of a failing torque converter. Initial onset was around the 5k mile mark, the truck was purchased brand new. Vehicles shudders under load, especially uphill or from a stop, the truck frequently…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2023-airbag-deployment-failure","label":"Airbag non-deployment and unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728415","quote_1_text":"I got into a head-on collision with a cement center median going roughly 45-50MPH after fishtailing on black ice. My airbags did not deploy at that speed, I contact toyota corporate and they only removed the CDR information and did not assess the airbag sensors themselves.","quote_2_odi":"11699687","quote_2_text":"At the moment of the perceived impact, the side curtain airbags deployed unexpectedly. I initially thought the deployment was a collision with another vehicle because the force felt like a physical impact. Once the curtain airbags deployed, I immediately lost control of the vehicle. Steering became impossible…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2023-engine-ticking-camshaft","label":"Engine ticking noise and camshaft or valve train damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665637","quote_1_text":"Engine began making abnormal ticking noise, heard primarily on the passenger side of vehicle. Upon removal of valve cover for inspection, found that there are chunks of camshafts breaking off causing the noise. Appears to be a manufacturing defect. Local dealer said they have seen this issue before.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2023-windshield-washer-nozzle","label":"Windshield washer nozzle misdirection reducing visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":52,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675828","quote_1_text":"Passenger side windshield washer nozzle sprays the lower part of the hood. Only a little of the stream reaches the windshield. Outcome is that dust, grime, debris typically smear on passenger side of the windshield. This causes reduced visibility.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-backup-camera-display-failure","label":"Backup camera display failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11698110","quote_1_text":"I was traveling home from work. Upon leaving work the backup camera on my truck worked as expected. Once I arrived home the back up camera and all other camera would not appear on the screen and the screen was blank. I attempted to put the truck from drive to reverse several…","quote_2_odi":"11639816","quote_2_text":"After towing a trailer for first time, the backup parking assist sensors failed to restore to operation. They remain inoperable.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-blank-instrument-cluster-recall","label":"Blank instrument cluster display recall delay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11743748","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Tacoma has a recall out for the screen because it blacks out. We took it to the dealer to remedy this recall, even though we were not experiencing symptoms associated with the recall. After they did the update, our screen blacks out and the Bluetooth does not work. Our…","quote_2_odi":"11711222","quote_2_text":"I am reporting a safety issue with my 2024 Toyota Tacoma regarding Recall 25V595 / 25TA08 (Blank Instrument Cluster Display). Multiple authorized dealers have refused to perform the repair, claiming that parts are unavailable. This defect prevents me from obtaining commercial…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-driver-seat-height-drift","label":"Driver seat height adjustment drift","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11622897","quote_1_text":"The driver's seat will not consistently hold the height, it will drop to the lowest height level on it's own","quote_2_odi":"11620982","quote_2_text":"The driver seat manual height adjustment. When you raise the drivers seat to the maximum height, within 30 minutes of driving, the seat slowly lowers on its own. I would have to give it 2-3 cranks to raise the seat. Overnight, the next morning, without anyone in the seat, it…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-rear-brake-hose-recall","label":"Rear brake hose recall parts delay and fluid loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11712148","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but traveled down to the floorboard.…","quote_2_odi":"11670233","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Tacoma. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V058000 (SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11722176","quote_1_text":"The rear leaf spring broke on my 2024 Toyota Tacoma at approximately 16,000 miles during normal highway driving. The vehicle drove without issue on the way to my destination. On the return trip, I noticed a creaking sound, loud clunks, particularly when going over bumps or…","quote_2_odi":"11611656","quote_2_text":"The strut blew through the top hat on the drivers side strut assembly/strut mount driving on a state highway. This design has a cast aluminum top hat that bears the dynamic forces and shocks. It can, and in my case, did catastrophically fail. Had failure happened at higher…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-transmission-failure-replace","label":"Automatic transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11636225","quote_1_text":"The morning my transmission failed... I started the truck and put it in R, at which point the entire truck shuddered for several seconds. At this point many, many warning messages appeared on the instrument cluster screen as well as the infotainment screen - and the truck would…","quote_2_odi":"11594470","quote_2_text":"Brand new 2024 Toyota Tacoma TRD Off Road automatic 2700 miles Truck is two weeks old The Toyota dealership called and reported that the entire transmission needed to replaced after being at the Toyota dealership for a week. Yes it is available for inspection. Toyota tech said…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-transmission-slip-rough-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11667529","quote_1_text":"Transmission slipping in 2nd gear and losing power. No warning lights, but the loss of power could've resulted in an accident had it been in an intersection. I can reproduce the issue, but the dealer says they are unable to. That said, there are other issues with power delivery…","quote_2_odi":"11601217","quote_2_text":"Transmission experienced rough shifting from reverse to drive immediately followed by the inability to access gears 1-5. The transmission was within normal operating temperatures per the onboard temp readings. Going into park or neutral did not fix the issue. Stopping and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2024-truck-bed-fire","label":"Truck bed fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11718524","quote_1_text":"I bought the vehicle at the end of September 2024 and February 12, 2025. I had been on the road for about 15 minutes nothing different and then I look in my rearview mirror and underneath the bed of the truck was on fire and The truck was completely destroyed and Toyota is not…","quote_2_odi":"11710054","quote_2_text":"I had 8022 miles on my tacoma , toyota employee of almost a decade , drove like normal no adds , one morning drove to a conference and was on the road no more than 20 min and then I see the bed of my truck on fire , im on the interstate so i pull over quickly and call 911 and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2025-axle-driveshaft-recall","label":"Front axle and drive shaft recall delay","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736190","quote_1_text":"In October of 2025 I was notified of a safety based recall for my 2025 Tacoma related to the front axle shafts possibly breaking which could cause loss of steering control should an incident occur","quote_2_odi":"11699826","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was being operated in 4-wheel-drive, mode 4H, and when turning to the left at low speed, there was a grinding noise from the front of the vehicle and it would not proceed","quote_3_odi":"11681892","quote_3_text":"Turning a corner my left axle broke and I only have 3100 miles on this vehicle. Still is not fixed because of warranty issues","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2025-collision-avoidance-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694597","quote_1_text":"While driving on a dry, clearly marked two-lane highway in Montana, I had Lane Tracing Assist and Active Lane Keep/Track Assist turned on. My hands were on the steering wheel, speed was within the limit, and visibility was clear","quote_2_odi":"11729275","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Toyota Tacoma engaged the emergency braking/pre-collision system system while my vehicle was going under 10 mph on a steep road in winter conditions","quote_3_odi":"11714169","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2025 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while driving approximately 75 MPH, a Semi Truck attempting to merge onto the highway crashed into the passenger side of the vehicle, causing the driver to lose control of the steering and cross three lanes of…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2025-door-handle-failure","label":"Interior door handle failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750131","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Toyota Tacoma. The contact stated that while stationary and attempting to exit the vehicle from the driver's side, the interior driver's side door handle fractured, preventing the opening or locking of the door from the inside","quote_2_odi":"11740765","quote_2_text":"The interior driver side door handle on my 2025 Toyota Tacoma failed and wouldn't open the door from the inside. I had to roll down my window to open from the outside. The dealership replaced the handle assembly under warranty. This happened at around 9300 miles on the odometer","quote_3_odi":"11733188","quote_3_text":"Driver's side interior door handle mechanism broke during normal usage at 8 months/6,300 miles. Breakage occured within the door panel, leaving a non-functioning handle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tacoma","model_slug":"tacoma","cluster_id":"tacoma-2025-steering-suspension-instability","label":"Steering and suspension alignment instability","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":82,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751664","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a severe safety hazard on my 2025 Toyota Tacoma caused by incorrect alignment specs and an uncorrected extreme toe setting. On a recent service visit, alignment inspection showed a Total Toe of +1.62 degrees (OEM target is approximately +0.10 degrees)","quote_2_odi":"11733479","quote_2_text":"Loose tie rod nut created a potential safety risk because it involves a steering component related to vehicle control. This could have put me, my passengers, and others drivers at risk if the condition had worsened while driving","quote_3_odi":"11681088","quote_3_text":"Turning a corner heard a loud clunk and steering went out in the middle of the street.I could of got hit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tacoma","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-brake-pedal-low-travel","label":"Brake pedal travel to floor with reduced stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11282256","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, IT TRAVELED ALL THE WAY TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE TOOK LONGER TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","quote_2_odi":"11343477","quote_2_text":"WHEN ENGAGING BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP IF MY FOOT IS TO THE RIGHT ON THE PEDAL THE SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL TO CONTINUES ALMOST TO THE FLOOR THUS CAUSING ME TO PRESS ON THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL CAUSING THE TRUCK TO ACCELERATE WHEN I NEED TO STOP, VERY DANGEROUS","quote_3_odi":"11001869","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING TO WORK ONE MORNING, MY BRAKE PEDAL WENT DIRECTLY TO THE FLOOR WITH ALMOST NO STOPPING CAPABILITY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-cam-tower-oil-leak","label":"Cam tower seal oil leak onto exhaust","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11474102","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while a routine inspection was being performed on the vehicle, he was informed that engine oil was found on the heat shield","quote_2_odi":"11102830","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS DEVELOPED A CAM TOWER LEAK DUE TO IMPROPER SEALING OF MATING SURFACES DURING ENGINE ASSEMBLY CAUSING OIL TO LEAK ONTO EXHAUST MANIFOLDS CAUSING A POTENTIAL FOR ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE ACCORDING TO SERVICING DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11065500","quote_3_text":"MY TRUCK IS SMOKING WHILE DRIVING AS IF TO CATCH ON FIRE FROM THE CAM TOWER SEALS LEAKING . THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND THE LAST TIME IT HAPPENED WAS JANUARY 14 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-frame-bed-corrosion","label":"Frame and truck bed corrosion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11604233","quote_1_text":"Extensive rust and rot of entire frame, and undercarriage. The truck bed unsafe to walk on has several soft spots almost broken through, gas tank holder rusted out- worry about gas tank dropping from frame, tow hitch and rear bumper rot etc","quote_2_odi":"11569985","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that upon loading the bed of the truck, a worker stepped on the bed and his foot went through the bed. There was no injury sustained","quote_3_odi":"11022283","quote_3_text":"THE BED OF MY 2011 TUNDRA IS RUSTING THROUGH FROM THE BOTTOM UP. THE TRUCK HAS HAD A TOPPER OVER THE BED SINCE SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING BRAND NEW AND HAS NEVER SPENT A NIGHT OUTSIDE OF THE GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-horn-airbag-clock-spring","label":"Horn inoperative from airbag clock spring failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11436042","quote_1_text":"Horn siren is not being activated when pressed by center switch on steering wheel. After researching many tundra message boards, this appears to be a frequent problem amongst tundra owners","quote_2_odi":"10735812","quote_2_text":"I WAS HEADED TO SPRINGFIELD ON I-95 AND A CAR WAS COMING INTO MY LANE AND I TRIED TO BLOW THE HORN AND THERE WAS NOTHING","quote_3_odi":"10810959","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT MY TUNDRA WITH 7 MILES ON IT SO I KNOW ITS NOT NEGLECT THAT CAUSES THIS PROBLEM IT'S POOR QUALITY PART ..THE CLOCK SPRING UNDER THE STEERING WHEEL IS MALFUNCTIONING MY HORN DOESN'T WORK IT ONLY HAS 60K ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-power-door-lock-failure","label":"Power door lock actuator malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-02 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10875100","quote_1_text":"MOST DOOR LOCKS DO NOT LOCK/UNLOCK AUTOMATICALLY. IT'S GETTING WORSE. I FEAR I WILL BE LOCKED IN OR OUT VERY SOON IF NOT FIXED","quote_2_odi":"11173067","quote_2_text":"HAVE HAD TROUBLE WITH ALL THE DOOR LOCKS ,SOME OF THEM 4 OR 5 TIMES.THE DEALER SAID TOYOTA KNEW THEYHAD A PROBLEM WITH THESE","quote_3_odi":"10839003","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW, THE DOOR LOCKS HAVE NEVER WORKED RIGHT.I HAVE HAD THE RELAY OR MOTORS THAT WORK THE DOOR LOCKS FIXED 6 OR 7 TIMES, AND HAVE ONE GOING BAD NOW ON THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT DOOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring harness","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11050961","quote_1_text":"2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, 2LO, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ALL CAME ON. TOOK TO DEALER, DEALER FOUND RODENT DAMAGE TO WIRING HARNESS. REPLACED WIRING HARNESS AND CLEANED OUT MOUSE NEST","quote_2_odi":"10670429","quote_2_text":"THE TUNDRA IS KEPT IN OUR GARAGE AND IS DRIVEN ONE OR TWO TIMES A WEEK. ON CHRISTMAS DAY 2014, WHEN I DROVE THE TUNDRA, I NOTICED A NUMBER OF UNUSUAL LIGHTS FLASHING ON THE DASH, INCLUDING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT","quote_3_odi":"10957282","quote_3_text":"SEVERE DAMAGE HAS BEEN DONE TO THE ELECTRICAL WIRING FROM RODENTS CHEWING THE WIRING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-secondary-air-injection-limp","label":"Secondary air injection pump failure causing limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10899575","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD SUDDENLY GO INTO LIMP MODE, THE CHECK ENGINE SENSOR INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE REDUCED SPEED AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE PAST 30 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11473364","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving approximately 55-70 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle started losing power","quote_3_odi":"10990613","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND I LOST PROPULSION POWER RESULTING IN VEHICLE SLOWING DOWN AND ALMOST CREATING AN ACCIDENT FROM BEHIND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2011-steering-rack-pinion-leak","label":"Steering rack and pinion power steering fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11600862","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving 40-50 MPH downhill, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. There was no warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"10863793","quote_2_text":"RACK AND PINION SEAL FAILED, LOST ALL FLUID, LOST POWER STEERING ON HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"11454431","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the steering wheel was difficult to turn with an unknown warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-bed-frame-rust","label":"Premature rust on truck bed and frame","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11151614","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 TUNDRA CREW CAB HAS SEVERE RUST AT THE REAR AXLE MOUNTING PLATES OF THE BED. THE RUST IS CORRODING FROM THE UNDERSIDE THROUGH THE BED. TOYOTA INDICATES MY VIN IS NOT PART OF THE RECALL SERIES DESPITE THE BED RUST BEING IN THE EXACT LOCATION OF A PRIOR RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11118824","quote_2_text":"RUST IS BUBBLING UNDER PAINT ON TRUCK BED NEAR REAR T51 BED BOLTS WHERE THE SPOT WELDS ARE LOCATED. RUST APPEARS TO BE COMING OUT FROM UNDERNEATH SEAM SEALING IN AREA AS WELL. NO RUST IS VISABLE UNDERNEATH OF VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11110839","quote_3_text":"PREMATURE BED RUST AROUND MOUNTING BOLTS. VERY SIMILAR TO RECALL AND CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT FOR THE 2011 MODEL YEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-brake-pedal-sinks-floor","label":"Brake pedal sinks to floor with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11092003","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE TRUCK THE BRAKE PEDAL SINK TO THE FLOOR NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT. I BOUGHT THE TRUCK LAST YEAR AND IT STARTED AFTER THE LAST SERVICE BY A TOYOTA DEALERSHIP. THE SAME THING HAPPEND TO MY WIFE WHILE DRIVING THE TEUCK WITH MY KIDS","quote_2_odi":"10872320","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKE PEDAL FAILED WHEN IT WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED NOR REPAIRED. THE CONTACT RECEIVED CASE NUMBER 1606030334 FROM THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"11343469","quote_3_text":"WHEN BRAKING THE SPONGY BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELS ALMOST TO THE FLOOR AND IF MY FOOT IS PLACE TO THE RIGHT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL I ENGAGE THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL THUS CAUSING THE TRUCK TO ACCELERATE WHEN I'M WANTING TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-cam-tower-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft tower seal oil leak onto exhaust manifold","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11487908","quote_1_text":"The engine leaks oil in front of the faulty designed cam tower seal and leaks on the manifold. This caused smoke to come from the oil burning off","quote_2_odi":"11372939","quote_2_text":"MY TUNDRA WITH 75,000 MILES HAS A CAMSHAFT TOWER LEAK AND THIS OIL IS FALLING INTO THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD WITHOUT BEING NOTICED BECAUSE IT DOESN'T MAKE IT TO THE FLOOR, BUT IT GETS TO THE SENSORS AND STARTS RUINING THEM","quote_3_odi":"11309356","quote_3_text":"I HAVE NOTICED AN OIL LEAK FROM THE CAMSHAFT HOUSING ON MY PASSENGER SIDE. THIS HAS LED TO OIL BURNING ON MY EXHAUST MANIFOLD WHICH IS A FIRE HAZARD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-odometer-fraud-resale","label":"Odometer mileage discrepancy discovered after purchase","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11758046","quote_1_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 149,000. It was later discovered upon checking the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11710493","quote_2_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact discovered a mileage discrepancy after the purchase. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the mileage was 137,355. The contact stated that while inspecting the glove box, the contact","quote_3_odi":"11657369","quote_3_text":"Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2012 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private dealer sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 161,000 and at","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack and pinion seal failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11231785","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA TUNDRA POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION FAILURE. WHILE DRIVING MY TRUCK THE POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION FAILED. I HEARD A POP SOUND AND PULLED OFF THE CITY ROAD TO INSPECT MY VEHICLE. UPON DOING SO I NOTICED THE STEERING WAS DIFFICULT TO MANIPULATE AND UPON INSPECTION","quote_2_odi":"11074580","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND MADE A TURN, ALL OF A SUDDEN I LOST POWER STEERING. THE ACCORDION BOOT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE WAS FULL OF POWER STEERING FLUID. IT BLEW A SEAL ON THE STEERING ROD. THE WHOLE RACK AND PINION HAD TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"11011911","quote_3_text":"DRIVING MY 68000 MILE 4 YEAR OLD TUNDRA ON BACK ROAD ABOUT 45 MPH AND STEERING LOCKED UP, AND STARTED SHUTTERING. WAS ABLE TO SLAM ON BRAKES AND GET OFF THE ROAD ONLY TO FIND POWER STEERING RACK AND PINION WAS BLOWN OUT AND FLUID EVERYWHERE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2012-secondary-air-injection","label":"Secondary air injection pump/valve failure causing limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":58,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":155,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11434714","quote_1_text":"Check engine light which when checked revealed Air pump and air control valve failures. This is a known problem with 2006-2011 Tundras that Toyota issued an extended warranty for 10 years or 150,000 to replace these parts","quote_2_odi":"11076034","quote_2_text":"AIR INJECTION RELAY AND PUMP FAILURE. THIS CONDITION EVENTUALLY LEADS TO \"LIMP\" MODE CAUSING TRAFFIC SAFETY ISSUES. THIS HAS BEEN A MANUFACTURER RECALL/EXTENDED WARRANTY ITEM ON ALL TUNDRA TRUCKS, UP TO AND INCLUDING SOME 2012 MODELS BUT NOT ALL OF THE 2012'S","quote_3_odi":"11129958","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WITH ERROR CODE P2433 0160-11 FAILURE OF AIR INJECTION PUMPS I WAS GETTING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE ENGINE LIGHT COMES ON, THEN THE TRUCK GOES INTO \"LIMP MODE.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-air-injection-pump-failure","label":"Secondary air injection pump and valve failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11003412","quote_1_text":"AIR INJECTION PUMP AND VALVE HAS A HISTORY OF FAILURE IN TOYOTA TUNDRAS.. THEIR WAS A RECALL UP UNTIL 2011 ON TUNDRAS. I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE FOR 9 MONTHS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE TO PRICE LEBLANC TOYOTA IN BATON ROUGE LOUISIANA , AND TO REPLACE THESE PARTS AND LABOR IS GONNA BE","quote_2_odi":"11091738","quote_2_text":"CRANKED TRUCK AND CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. UPON COMPUTER DIAGNOSTICS, FIND OUT THERE IS A PROBLEM WITH THE EMISSIONS SYSTEM - STUCK AIR INJECTION CONTROL VALVES. AFTER VISITING TWO SHOPS AND TALKING TO TWO MORE I FIND OUT THIS IS AN EXTREMELY COMMON PROBLEM. THERE ARE","quote_3_odi":"11208786","quote_3_text":"TRUCK STOPPED EXCELLERATING. TOOK TO MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD IT WAS IN SAFE MODE DUE TO THE AIR INJECTION VALUES HAD WATER IN THEM. IT WILL COST $2336.00 TO FIX IT. THIS SHOULD BE RECALLED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-cam-tower-oil-leak","label":"Cam tower seal oil leak onto exhaust manifold","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11204080","quote_1_text":"AT ONLY 64000 MILES MY 2013 PLATINUM TUNDRA HAS A CAM TOWER LEAK. THIS IS A FIRE HAZARD AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED ASAP","quote_2_odi":"11064189","quote_2_text":"CAM TOWER GASKETS (RIGHT AND LEFT) LEAKING @ 25,000 MI/5 YEARS ON EXHAUST MANIFOLD CAUSING SMOKE AND A FIRE HAZARD. TRUCK WOULD NOT PASS MAINE STATE INSPECTION BECAUSE OF THE OIL LEAK","quote_3_odi":"11493283","quote_3_text":"Cam tower leaks oil on the heat shield below it. Cam tower uses rtv rubber seal instead of a gasket. The rubber deteriorates and the cam tower leaks engine oil on the heat shield. Not clear why Toyota used form in place rubber material instead of real gasket. Repair however is","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-flex-fuel-ecu-mpg","label":"Flex-fuel ECU calibration and fuel economy loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11076846","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA DEALER AND TOYOTA TECHNICAL SUPPORT ARE UNABLE TO FIX THE PROBLEM ASSOCIATED WITH T-SB-0058-13. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME WITHIN 3 MONTHS OR SO THAT I HAVE TAKEN MY 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA IN FOR THIS FIX. FUEL ECONOMY DROPS ON AVERAGE OF 30-40%. TOYOTA REFUSE TO ACKNOWLEDGE","quote_2_odi":"10514077","quote_2_text":"INCREDIBLY POOR MILEAGE DUE TO DEFECTIVE FLEX FUEL ENGINE. I HAVE A BRAND NEW 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA CREWMAX 4X4 FLEX FUEL THAT IS EPA RATE FOR 13/17. I HAVE BEEN CONSISTENTLY AVERAGING 7.4 MPG CITY UNDER VERY LIGHT THROTTLE. FOLLOWING A TOYOTA CORPORATE ESB I HAVE ALREADY HAD THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-seat-belt-buckle-latch-failure","label":"Seat belt buckle latch failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11479628","quote_1_text":"Plastic piece and spring have ejected from the seat belt receiver and now the receiver does not latch on to the seat belt when it is inserted into the receiver (driver side but could happen to any/all). The seat belt no longer buckles","quote_2_odi":"10870416","quote_2_text":"I HAVE ONLY 34,800 MILES ON MY 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT IS ALREADY SHOWING SEVERE WEAR (WITH FRAYING) ON THE BELT, AND THE SEAT BELT LATCH IS ALSO LOSE AT IT'S MOUNTING POINT ON THE DRIVERS SEAT FRAME. THE WHOLE LATCH ASSEMBLY \"CLUNKS\" WHEN I PULL ON IT, OR","quote_3_odi":"10778916","quote_3_text":"MY DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT WOULD NOT CONNECT AND UPON INSPECTION 2 PIECES INCLUDING A SPRING FELL OUT OF IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-steering-rack-fluid-leak","label":"Steering rack power steering fluid leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11051621","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY 2013 TOYOTA TUNDRA IN FOR A ROUTINE 55,000 MILE SERVICE AND THEY INFORMED ME THAT THE STEERING RACK IS FILLING WITH FLUID AND I COULD HAVE IT SIEZE UP ON ME WHILE DRIVING. I PURCHASED ALL WARRANTIES GOOD UNTIL 2020 BUT THEY FEEL THIS DESIGN FLAW SHOULD BE COVERED BY ME","quote_2_odi":"10554809","quote_2_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPOT WHEN MY POWER STEERING WENT OUT. I CHECKED THE FLUID AND THE FLUID LEVEL WAS LOW. I CALLED TOYOTA CUSTOMER CARE AND THEY SENT A TOW TRUCK TO PICK UP MY VEHICLE AND DELIVER IT TO THE NEAREST DEALERSHIP. WHILE LOADING THE TRUCK, A SEAL POPPED ON","quote_3_odi":"11519744","quote_3_text":"Steering has gone out twice in 2 months. Rack and pinion had to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2013-steering-wheel-horn-failure","label":"Steering wheel horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10889387","quote_1_text":"THE TRUCK HORN DOES NOT WORK WHEN PRESSING ON THE STEERING WHEEL. IT WILL WORK WHEN THE PANIC BUTTON IS PRESSED. I BOUGHT THE TRUCK FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER, A FRIEND OF MINE, AND HE BELIEVES IT NEVER WORKED. MY BROTHER HAS A SIMILAR TUNDRA 2014 MODEL AND HIS HORN HAS STARTED","quote_2_odi":"11181478","quote_2_text":"HORN STOPPED WORKING ON STEERING WHEEL. APPEARS TO BE A COMMON ISSUE WITH THIS TRUCK","quote_3_odi":"11691813","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the horn failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was taken to an unknown dealer where the contact was informed that there were no recalls on the VIN related to the failure. The contact was provided an estimate for","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-airbag-inadvertent-deployment","label":"Airbag inadvertent deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11018650","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING 73 MPH, ALL THE SIDE AIR BAGS INADVERTENTLY DEPLOYED WITHOUT WARNING OR IMPACT. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11253366","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROX 5-15 MPH ON A SMOOTH, PAVED, SLIGHTLY UPHILL ROAD WHEN MY DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NO ACCIDENT OR BUMPS IN THE ROAD. THE FRONT AND BACK SEAT DRIVERS SIDE AIRBAG DEPLOYED AS WELL AS THE DRIVERS SEAT AIRBAG","quote_3_odi":"11427889","quote_3_text":"Randomly the air bag light comes on saying that their is an malfunction in one of the air bags. The dashboard light comes on more frequently when the weather is hot out side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal and parking brake failure to hold","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10822576","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKE PEDAL WILL 'GO TO THE FLOOR' UNDER FIRM FOOT PRESSURE AT EXTENDED STOP LIGHTS OR WHEN IN SLOW STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. AFTER ABOUT A MINUTE OF BEING STOPPED THE PEDAL WILL 'GIVE' AND SLOWLY SINK TO THE FLOOR","quote_2_odi":"10744827","quote_2_text":"THE PARKING BRAKE WHEN FULLY APPLIED, BEGAN FAILING TO HOLD THE VEHICLE IN PLACE A WEEK AFTER PURCHASE. THE PARKING BRAKE HAS BEEN ADJUSTED TWICE BY THE DEALER","quote_3_odi":"10915671","quote_3_text":"DURING DRIVING CAR WHEN YOU PRESS BRAKE PEDALS POWER STEERING START VIBRATING ,VERY UNSAFE TO DRIVE AND THAT HAPPENING ALL THE TIME WHEN YOU PRESS BRAKE PEDALS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-cam-tower-oil-leak","label":"Cam tower oil leak onto exhaust manifold","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11397734","quote_1_text":"ENGINE HAS DEVELOPED CAM TOWER OIL LEAK THAT IS DRIPPING ON THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD. PER TOYOTA SERVICE CENTER \"POTENTIALLY BE A DANGEROUS FIRE HAZARD. THIS IS A WELL DOCUMENTED ISSUE WITH THE 5.7 ENGINES TOYOTA USES ACROSS MULTIPLE VEHICLE MODELS","quote_2_odi":"11299145","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA HAS A KNOWN PROBLEM WITH THEIR 5.7 L V8 ENGINE WITH THE CAM SHAFT TOWERS LEAKING OIL ONTO THE EXHAUST WHICH IS A FIRE HAZARD. THIS IS A RESULT OF THEM NOT APPLYING ENOUGH SEALANT AT THE FACTORY, WHICH WAS CONFIRMED TO ME BY THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11187268","quote_3_text":"THE TOYOTA 5.7L V8 ENGINE FOUND IN TOYOTA TUNDRAS, SEQUOIAS, SIENNAS, LAND CRUISERS, AND LEXUS LX570S SUFFER FROM CAM SHAFT TOWER LEAKAGE, AND IT WILL MOST LIKELY HAPPEN TO ANYONE THAT OWNS ONE. IT CAN HAPPEN ANYWHERE FROM 1K MILES TO 100K MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock actuator failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11231984","quote_1_text":"AT 40,000 MILES ALL 4 DOOR LOCKS STOPPED WORKING. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED","quote_2_odi":"10943887","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED OR IN MOTION, ALL THE LOCKS IN THE VEHICLE BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE DOOR ACTUATOR AND MASTER LOCK FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11110630","quote_3_text":"THREE DIFFERENT POWER DOOR LOCKS STOPPED WORKING. THE DRIVERS DOOR LOCK, FRONT PASSENGER DOOR LOCK AND REAR RIGHT PASSENGER DOOR LOCK DO NOT OPEN OR CLOSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-fuel-line-leak","label":"Fuel line and fuel tank leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11265709","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE, A FUEL ODOR WAS PRESENT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TOYOTA OF SANFORD (3321 HWY 87, SOUTH SANFORD, NC 27332) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL LINES FAILED DUE TO MATERIAL DETERIORATION","quote_2_odi":"11504714","quote_2_text":"There is fuel leaking from above the fuel tank. This is an immediate hazard in my book. The tank is half full at this point in time. I believe it is leaking from the fuel pressure switching valve","quote_3_odi":"11328175","quote_3_text":"GOT A PRETTY MAJOR FUEL LEAK LEAKING OUT OF LEFT SIDE BEHIND DRIVERS DOOR COMING OUT OF THE FRAME RAIL. HAS AROUND 120,000 MILES. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID IT'S THE FUEL PUMP COMPUTER, NO WARRANTY OR TSB","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-gear-shifter-failure","label":"Gear shifter and transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10852762","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHEN THE KEY WAS REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE GEAR SHIFTER MOVED OUT OF GEAR AND CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO ROLL AWAY. IN ADDITION, WHEN DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11402549","quote_2_text":"2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA WITH 180,000 MILES. THE GEAR SHIFTER WILL NOT COME OUT OF PARK AT TIMES WHEN BRAKE IS PRESSED. I HAVE GOTTEN IN THE TRUCK MANY TIMES TO LEAVE MY HOUSE AND WHEN I PRESS THE BRAKE TO TAKE IT OUT OF PARK IT WILL NOT UNLOCK THE SHIFTER","quote_3_odi":"11449491","quote_3_text":"Thirdly, the most frustrated thing is the transmission fails to work. The truck is dead on the street. I sent the truck to dealer to replace the transmission to a new one","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-lug-nut-wheel-detachment","label":"Lug nut and wheel detachment while driving","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11278126","quote_1_text":"THREE STUDS OR LUGS BROKE OFF MY RIGHT FRONT WHEEL WHILE DRIVING, CAUSING IT TO COMPLETELY BREAK OFF AND DAMAGE THE RIGHT FRONT PART OF MY TRUCK. THANKFULLY I WASN'T DRIVING VERY FAST OR IT WOULD OF BEEN MUCH WORSE","quote_2_odi":"10984266","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE FIVE LUG NUTS ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE WHEEL DETACHED. AS A RESULT, THE TIRE SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE AND STRUCK A PARKED VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10716559","quote_3_text":"WHEN BACKING OUT OF GAS STATION, PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FELL OFF COMPLETELY FROM ROTOR. ON THE ROTOR CHROME LIKE PIECES OF LUG NUT RETAINED ON. REMAINING LUG-NUTS WHERE INSIDE TIRE WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and throttle control failure","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":92,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11181186","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IDLING AT AN INTERSECTION WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, IT ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL AND THEN IN PARK","quote_2_odi":"10947491","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE ACCELERATED WHEN TAKING FOOT OFF GAS (ENGINE REVVED) AND ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN CAUSING VEHICLE TO SPIN OUT DURING WINTER DRIVING CONDITIONS AND SENT VEHICLE SMASHING INTO CEMENT BARRIER","quote_3_odi":"11114697","quote_3_text":"I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY (NOT USING CRUISE CONTROL) WHEN MY CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE THROTTLE CONTROL CHANGED. THE TRUCK WOULD RANDOMLY THROTTLE WITHOUT PUSHING ON THE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10806931","quote_1_text":"2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE BRAKE FAILURE. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS HE WAS APPROACHING A RED LIGHT, HE ATTEMPTED SO SLOW DOWN. CONSEQUENTLY, HE REAR ENDED THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HIM. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. *JB","quote_2_odi":"10722892","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO AVOID A HEAD ON COLLISION, THE CONTACT STEERED THE VEHICLE INTO AN EMBANKMENT. ALL THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED EXCEPT THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-brake-rotor-warp-vibration","label":"Brake rotor warping and pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11660175","quote_1_text":"Front Rotors purchased on Amazon warped in under 5,000 miles/3 months of normal highway and city driving conditions. Issue caused high vibrations in front end when braking from 40+ mph. Paired with new Wagner OEX pads when installed. Manufacturer’s Warranty period was 24,000","quote_2_odi":"10959088","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA TUNDRA 2015 BRAKE ROTORS OVERHEATED AND DISTORTED UNDER NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS ON FLAT CITY FREEWAYS AT 60MPH AND HIGHER. THIS RESULTED IN SIGNIFICANT VIBRATION OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE STEERING WHEEL WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES. I AM 74 YRS OLD AND HAVE EXPERIENCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-clock-spring-horn-airbag","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11689858","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the horn failed to sound while pressing the horn pad in the center of the steering wheel. The horn only sounded while activated with the key fob. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a defective clock","quote_2_odi":"11732643","quote_2_text":"Was living in South Carolina at the time, but now live in West Virginia. Airbag light came on and Horn stopped working. Has not worked since and received a recall in the mail, but they are saying my vehicle is not on the list. Has not been repaired, but still in-operative","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-fuel-pump-hard-start","label":"Fuel pump stall and hard cold start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11755724","quote_1_text":"Unknown Truck stuck in Branchport NY Started truck. Drove for ~20miles then died Has ~1/4 tank of gas Started truck again let it idle then died again Started truck again, gave it gas, ran fine, then died Started truck again, reversed it to turn around and died again in middle of","quote_2_odi":"11397129","quote_2_text":"MULTIPLE RECALLS ISSUED FOR TOYOTA FUEL PUMP BUT NOT THIS YEAR. VEHICLE QUIT WHILE DRIVING, WOULD NOT START, TERRIBLE GAS MILEAGE, AND ROUGH RUNNING. DEALER RAN DIAGNOSTICS AND SAID IT WAS A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP (JUST LIKE ALL PREVIOUS MODELS) AND REPLACED IT WITH THE REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Trailer brake controller underpower","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11171281","quote_1_text":"INSTALLED FACTORY INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER IN 2016. CONTROLLER DOES NOT SUPPLY ENOUGH POWER TO THE TRAILER BRAKES EARLY ENOUGH TO STOP APPROPRIATELY (TRAILER PUSHES THE VEHICLE). EVEN AT MAXIMUM POWER, THE ONLY WAY TO LOCK THE TRAILER BRAKES IS WITH THE MANUAL HAND","quote_2_odi":"10872503","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2015 TUNDRA CREW CAB. THE FAMILY AND I LOVE TO CAMP, SO WE PURCHASED A BRAND NEW CAMPER. I HOOKED UP THE CAMPER TO THE TUNDRA UTILIZING THE 7 PIN CONNECTOR. THE DASH DISPLAY INDICATED THE INTEGRATED BRAKE CONTROL WAS WORKING AND FULLY FUNCTIONAL. TO MY DISMAY, THE BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-turn-signal-lights-off","label":"Turn signal shuts off exterior lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2021-11","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11441287","quote_1_text":"When using the turn signal to indicate turning direction at night, all lights shut off randomly, leaving you with no way to see where you're going. This includes all cabin lights so you can't find the switch to turn the lights back on. This happen regularly. This has been","quote_2_odi":"11296922","quote_2_text":"WHEN USING LEFT TURN SIGNAL, HEADLIGHTS AND TAIL LIGHTS SHUT OFF FOR A FEW SECONDS. THIS HAPPENS IN MOTION AND WHEN AT A COMPLETE STOP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2015-wiper-linkage-failure","label":"Wiper linkage mechanical failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11309891","quote_1_text":"WIPER MECHANICAL COMPONENTS UNDER THE HOOD BROKE LOOSE FROM WIPER TRANSMISSION ON DRIVERS SIDE DURING HEAVY RAIN/SLEET/SNOW WITHOUT WARNING. PASSENGER SIDE STILL WORKED. RESEARCH INDICATES YEARS 2015-2018 NON LUBRICATED, NON REPAIRABLE PLASTIC COMPONENTS USED IN MECHANICAL ARMS","quote_2_odi":"11406295","quote_2_text":"THE BOLT FOR THE WIPER BLADE ON THE DRIVER SIDE LOOSENS UP MAKING THE WIPER INOPERABLE AND BAD WEATHER CONDITIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11732710","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at slower speeds, the vehicle stalled while depressing the accelerator pedal. The check engine warning light was illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11739464","quote_2_text":"The fuel pump component or system failed or malfunctioned the engine tried cranking but would not start. The problem has been reproduced to an independent service center, where I was notified of a safety recall on Toyota Tundra","quote_3_odi":"11426301","quote_3_text":"My truck is shutting off while driving,can be very dangerous","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-headlights-off-turn-signal","label":"Headlights shutting off when using turn signal","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11306597","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, THE ACTIVATION OF TURN SIGNAL INTERMITTENTLY SHUTS OFF HEADLIGHTS. TO RE-ENERGIZE HEADLIGHTS I HAVE TO MANUALLY SWITCH THE HEADLIGHT SWITCH FROM AUTO TO ON. THIS IS VERY DISTURBING AND DANGEROUS WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT IN RURAL AREAS","quote_2_odi":"11279752","quote_2_text":"IF THE HEADLIGHTS ARE SET TO AUTO AND I SIGNAL A LEFT TURN AND TURN TO THE LEFT, THE HEADLIGHTS SHUT OFF AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS SWITCH TO \"DAY MODE\". THE ISSUE SEEMS INTERMITTENT. IT SEEMS TO OCCUR IN COOLER TEMPS (<50F)","quote_3_odi":"11331443","quote_3_text":"HEADLIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS, AND DASHLIGHTS ALL GO OFF WHEN USING THE TURN SIGNAL. THIS HAS HAPPENED HALF A DOZEN TIMES AT NIGHT WHEN THE TEMPERATURE IS IN THE 30'S, BOTH WHEN TURNING ON NARROW UNLIT RURAL ROADS, AND ON THE INTERSTATE AT 75MPH WHEN CHANGING LANES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-rear-bumper-recall","label":"Rear step bumper detachment under recall","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10967770","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHEN THE CONTACT STEPPED ON THE VEHICLE'S REAR BUMPER, THE BUMPER DETACHED. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A KNEE INJURY THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_2_odi":"11104657","quote_2_text":"REAR BUMPER RECALL. AS OUTLINED IN TOYOTA TUNDRA REAR BUMPER RECALL. THE REINFORCEMENT CRACKED AND SOMEONE STEPPED ON THE BUMPER COVER AND NOW THE DEALER AND TOYOTA WILL NOT PREFORMED THE NEEDED REPAIRS","quote_3_odi":"10979747","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V051000 (STRUCTURE) HOWEVER THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-steering-rack-pinion-leak","label":"Power steering rack and pinion leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11719220","quote_1_text":"The steering rack internal seal inside the steering rack failed/ \"blew\" per mechanic and is leaking. I could lose my ability to steer at any time while driving my vehicle and wreck","quote_2_odi":"11478760","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while doing a routine check that it was discovered that the power steering assembly was leaking","quote_3_odi":"11322785","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RACK AND PINION FAILED WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN REVERSE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS FLUID FROM THE RACK AND PINION UNDERNEATH THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11062085","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A NEW TRAILER TO PICK UP MY NEW TRACTOR. I TESTED THE TRAILER BRAKES KNOWING I WAS PULLING A LARGE LOAD AND DIDN'T WANT AN ACCIDENT. THE BRAKES APPEARED TO APPLY BUT DUE TO IT NOT BEING LOADED WHEN TESTING I HAD IT SET TO 5(OUT OF 10)","quote_2_odi":"10911004","quote_2_text":"THE INTEGRATED ELECRIC BRAKE CONTROLER FOR TOWING A TRAILER DOES NOT WORK","quote_3_odi":"10883110","quote_3_text":"TRUCK IS RATED TO TOW 9100LBS, AND INCLUDES AN INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER FOR USE WITH ELECTRIC TRAILER BRAKES (WHICH IS NEW FOR 2016 TUNDRA'S). THE FIRST TIME I HOOKED THE TRUCK UP TO THE TRAILER, I SET UP THE TRAILER BRAKES USING THE OWNERS MANUAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2016,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2016-wheel-axle-bearing-failure","label":"Wheel and axle bearing failure","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":119,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11202672","quote_1_text":"AT ONLY 77,000 MILES THE AXLE BEARINGS HAVE FAILED. THIS IS UNBELIEVABLE SINCE SEALED BEARINGS ARE SUPPOSED TO LAST THE LIFETIME OF THE VEHICLE. THE TOYOTA DEALERSHIP PARTS MANAGER SAYS THESE BEARINGS FAIL FREQUENTLY ON THE TUNDRAS","quote_2_odi":"11338408","quote_2_text":"REAR WHEEL BEARINGS FAILED (BUT STILL FUNCTIONAL) AT 17000 MILES. WHEELS STILL ROTATE BUT THERE IS A VERY LOUD DRONING NOISE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WITH A SLIGHT SQUEAL AT LOWER SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11242929","quote_3_text":"REAR WHEEL OR AXLE BEARINGS MAKE A NOTICEABLE LOUD HUMMING SOUND WHEN DRIVING AT ROAD SPEED LIMIT, ESPECIALLY WHEN MOVING SLIGHTLY LEFT INTO A CURVE OR RIGHT INTO A CURVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-airbag-system-malfunction","label":"Airbag system malfunctions","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11541940","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, while the vehicle was idling in park, the driver’s and passenger’s side curtain air bags deployed","quote_2_odi":"11518674","quote_2_text":"My airbag sensor is active. My vehicle only has 94000 miles on it. Power training warranty does not cover this failure","quote_3_odi":"11041800","quote_3_text":"THE AIR BAGS AND TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SYSTEM FAILED TO ACTIVATE. THE SAFETY SENSE FEATURE WAS SUPPOSED TO STOP THE VEHICLE AUTOMATICALLY DUE TO OBJECTS (VEHICLE) BEING IN CLOSE PROXIMITY AT A FAST RATE. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE HAD SEVERE DAMAGE AND WAS TOWED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-cam-tower-oil-leak","label":"Camshaft tower seal oil leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11610529","quote_1_text":"My 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited has 107,192 miles. I took the vehicle to Berlin City Toyota in Portland, ME for an oil change. The service technician told me that the truck has a cam tower leak","quote_2_odi":"11149499","quote_2_text":"TOYOTA 3UR-FE 5.7L V8 ENGINE CAMSHAFT TOWER SEAL IS PRONE TO PREMATURE FAILURE, WHICH LEADS TO ENGINE OIL LEAKING ON THE HOT EXHAUST MANIFOLD, WHICH COULD CAUSE POTENTIAL FIRE/FLASH HAZARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-fuel-pump-hard-start","label":"Fuel pump failure causing hard starting","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11499782","quote_1_text":"Fuel Pump failed. Vehicle is currently at dealership awaiting 2+ week repair. Currently available to inspect. Failure began while driving. Caused misfire in cylinder 1, caused electrical fault that disabled traction control","quote_2_odi":"11636497","quote_2_text":"My 2017 Toyota Tundra had been starting roughly the past couple of weeks, I initially thought this was due to the very cold weather we recently had. It has just over 71k miles on it, so there should be no issues with this truck","quote_3_odi":"11708488","quote_3_text":"Began experiencing long cranking, difficulty starting, then rough idling. Started researching online and found recalls for 2018 -2019 Flex fuel 5.7 Tundras. My 2017 is also a Flex fuel 5.7 with exactly the same issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-headlights-shutoff-turn-signal","label":"Headlights shutting off when turn signal is used","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11408278","quote_1_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS AND THE INTERIOR LIGHTS TURN OFF WHEN I USE THE TURN SIGNALS. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE I HAD THE TRUCK, THE LAST TIME THIS HAPPENED THE LIGHTS WERE OFF FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES","quote_2_odi":"11377261","quote_2_text":"MY 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA 1794 CREWMAX, DURING WINTER MONTHS IN SOUTH CAROLINA - THE HEADLIGHTS, TAIL LIGHTS AND INTERNAL INSTRUMENTATION WILL TURN OFF WHEN TURNING LEFT OR RIGHT WITH TURN SIGNAL ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"11634722","quote_3_text":"Headlights go out randomly usually when using turn signal. Because this happens at night all visibility is lost temporarily","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-ibc-trailer-brake-failure","label":"Integrated trailer brake controller failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11002724","quote_1_text":"TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER NOT FUNCTIONING WHEN BRAKE PEDAL APPLIED, GAIN MAKES NO DIFFERENCE IN BRAKING. TWICE I HAVE HAD TO MAKE AN EMERGENCY STOP AND FELT NO BRAKING FROM THE TRAILER","quote_2_odi":"11448201","quote_2_text":"Integrated Brake Controller (IBC) not sending sufficient power to electric dual-axle travel trailer brakes producing weak if any braking ability","quote_3_odi":"11122230","quote_3_text":"IBC IS A COMPLETELY TERRIBLE PART IN THE TRUCK. 3 TIMES PULLING A TRAILER AND THEN THE BRAKES COMPLETELY GIVE OUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-rodent-wiring-damage","label":"Rodent damage to wiring and fuel lines","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2019-02","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11181046","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA. AFTER THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE, THE ODOR OF FUEL WAS PRESENT. THE FOLLOWING DAY, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11162335","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA TUNDRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT RODENTS DAMAGED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM IN THE VEHICLE BY EATING THE SOY-BASED WIRES","quote_3_odi":"11080895","quote_3_text":"MICE ARE ABLE TO ENTER THE AIR VENTILATION SYSTEM FROM A LARGE GAP AT THE ENDS OF THE AIR INTAKE GRILL BELOW THE WINDSHIELD, ONCE IN, THEY ENTER THE CAB AND DASH AREA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-steering-component-failure","label":"Steering gear and tie rod failures","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11690798","quote_1_text":"Power steering rack and pinion failure on 2017 Toyota Tundra Limited. Leak and Popping clunk noise when turning steering wheel . Potential for steering loss and accident","quote_2_odi":"11502926","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was driven 30 miles to work with no steering issues and parked in work parking lot. Upon returning to vehicle to return home when backing out of parking spot the front driver wheel would not turn almost causing me to back into parked car next to me","quote_3_odi":"11455591","quote_3_text":"The contact's son owns a 2017 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21E103000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2017-transmission-shift-malfunction","label":"Transmission shifting malfunctions","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":78,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11695329","quote_1_text":"The transmission solenoid D shows high voltage which sets my check engine light off. At first no difference would be noticed and it would randomly turn off and then back on randomly","quote_2_odi":"11090487","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT THIS 2017 TUNDRA DLB CAB BRAND NEW AND HAVE HAD TO SHOP SEVERAL TIMES ABOUT TRANSMISSION DOWN SHIFTING AND THEN UP- SHIFTING ON SLIGHT INCLINES, NOT ENGAGING WHEN PUT IN DRIVE THEN SLAMMING INTO GEAR","quote_3_odi":"11350952","quote_3_text":"THIS HAPPENED 4 TIMES TODAY THE VEHICLE WOULD STAY AT 1000 RPM WHILE DRIVING WITH NO ACCELERATION POSSIBLE, IT WAS AS IF THE GAS PEDAL WAS DISCONNECTED, TRIED TO CROSS BUSY INTERSECTION , BUT COULD ONLY COAST THREW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-airbag-malfunction-warning","label":"SRS airbag system malfunction warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11341363","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY 2018 TUNDRA SR5 A WARNING LIGHT CAME ON SAYING \" SR5 AIRBAG SYSTEM MALFUNCTION. I KNOW IT WAS A RECALL ON THIS ISSUE BACK IN 2018 BUT MY VEHICLE WAS NOT ON THAT RECALL","quote_2_odi":"11742842","quote_2_text":"Vehicle never been crash or hit by other car, but is showing problem with the air bag system","quote_3_odi":"11553095","quote_3_text":"Was rear ended while at a stop in traffic. Was pushed into another truck in the front and ricochet back and was hit again by the car that hit me. After everyone came to a stop my dashboard information center stated the SRS Airbag System Malfunction Visit Your Dealer","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-fuel-pump-failure","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11653612","quote_1_text":"FUEL PUMP. I was driving at highway speeds of about 70mph when I suddenly lost propulsion but the truck was still running. I had cars behind me and coming from the front. I shifted to neutral and back to drive to see if that would fix it and nothing changed","quote_2_odi":"11499372","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving approximately 70 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was able to coast to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11583132","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has had no other fuel issues and has always been kept up on maintenance at the Toyota dealership. Recently we had issues after getting gas and it stalling. Today after closer inspection the dealership called to say it was the fuel pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-headlight-recall-parts","label":"Headlight recall parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11445044","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, both front headlights would intermittently go dim without warning. The contact then received a recall notice for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V688000","quote_2_odi":"11458218","quote_2_text":"Toyota corporate as well as Toyota of Kirkland Washington failed to inform me of an open recall associated with my 2018 Toyota tundra pertaining to possible engine fire due to electrical failure in headlight assembly","quote_3_odi":"11450180","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V688000 (Exterior Lighting, Electrical System) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-heated-seat-overheat","label":"Heated seat element overheating or fire","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11717903","quote_1_text":"Seat back on driver side caught fire burn 2\" x 2\" hole in the seat back","quote_2_odi":"11700087","quote_2_text":"Heated seat element and module burnt","quote_3_odi":"11503029","quote_3_text":"The drivers side front seat. The heated seat over heats. The seat left a quarter size blister on my right side buttocks","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-pcs-false-warning","label":"Pre-collision system false warnings and phantom braking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11122895","quote_1_text":"PRE-CRASH SYSTEM DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY, WITH NO VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY, AT TIMES IF A VEGICLE PASSES ME ON EITHER LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE, THE CRASH WARNING BEEPED AND BRAKES APPLIED, NOTE: NO ONE IS IN FRONT OF ME, THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES","quote_2_odi":"11141691","quote_2_text":"THE AVOIDANCE COLLISION RADAR CAN BE INTERMITTENT. SOMETIME, IT DETECTS THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME, THEN STOP WORKING AND MY TRUCK WILL ACCELERATE TOWARDS THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF ME","quote_3_odi":"11187332","quote_3_text":"TOYOTA SAFETY SENSE SENSORS RANDOMLY MALFUNCTION AND FLASH FALSE WARNING LIGHTS. MY TRUCK WILL TELL ME TO BRAKE AND BEEP ALARMS AT ME EVEN IF NOTHING IS IN FRONT OF ME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-steering-rack-failure","label":"Steering rack and column failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11473182","quote_1_text":"I had the same issue as in recall 21TH01. Had to have my Rack and Pinion replaced June 2022. Although my steering rack was not one of the \"affected\" units, I have seen another 2018 had to have its rack replaced one month before I had mine replaced","quote_2_odi":"11473568","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while making a turn she heard a squeaking sound coming from the steering wheel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing","quote_3_odi":"11450114","quote_3_text":"Vehicle is having same exact issues as recall 21TH01 but toyota says it's not under recall. Vehicle is currently at the dealership and is being repaired because it is not safe to drive with the steering issue. Dealer agrees that it should be covered","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2018,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2018-trailer-brake-controller","label":"Trailer brake controller disconnects while towing","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11339957","quote_1_text":"2018 TUNDRA INTEGRATED BRAKE CONTROLLER INTERMITTENTLY DISCONNECTS TRUCK FROM TRAILER WHEN ATTEMPTING TO BRAKE. TRUCK BRAKES STOP ARE ACTIVATED BUT TRAILER IS DISCONNECTED","quote_2_odi":"11566580","quote_2_text":"I am having problems with the integrated brake controller constantly disconnecting when pulling any type of trailer. When ever I pull a trailer I never know when the controller will disconnect and I'll lose brakes on my trailer","quote_3_odi":"11056157","quote_3_text":"THE INTRINSIC TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER DID NOT WORK PROPERLY. THE GAIN COULD NOT BE SET INITIALLY. THE DEALERSHIP COMPUTER SYSTEM COULD NOT DETECT THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11621063","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 45 MPH, an oncoming vehicle did not obey a stop sign and proceeded to crash into the rear driver's side of the contact's vehicle. As a result, the contact lost control of the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11365455","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD ON THE FREEWAY WHERE THE SPEED LIMIT WAS 75 MPH. WHILE DRIVING MY PASSENGER SAID I PASSED OUT, FLOORED THE GAS PEDAL AND JERKED THE STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. I THEN DROVE THROUGH THE MEDIAN AND INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC REACHING 90 PLUS MPH, MISSING TWO…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure and engine stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11531565","quote_1_text":"Vehicle died while driving, found that fuel pump quit working. towed to a shop, they informed me that Toyota has a recall on the fuel pumps and was instructed to tow the vehicle to Central Toyota in Jonesboro AR. Was told that my vehicle didn't fall into the recall for fuel pump…","quote_2_odi":"11649561","quote_2_text":"Truck shut off while driving fuel pump connector in the tank was melted and could have started a fire. Was told my tundra doesn’t fall under the recall but is having the same problem","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-lighting-visibility","label":"Headlight and turn signal visibility reduction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11627040","quote_1_text":"Factory installed OEM LED HEADLIGHTS: While driving in WET SNOW and SNOW conditions, headlights get covered in snow and visibility is greatly reduced to almost zero.","quote_2_odi":"11242225","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHEN THE CONTACT DIMMED THE HEADLIGHTS, THERE WAS LIMITED VISIBILITY. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SEE MUCH FURTHER BEYOND THE HOOD. THE CONTACT DESCRIBED THE CONDITION AS BEING SIMILAR TO HAVING A BRICK WALL IN FRONT OF HIS VEHICLE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-pcs-false-warning","label":"Pre-collision system false warning activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11175851","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING WITH THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL SET A MESSAGE WILL APPEAR \"RADAR CRUISE CONTROL UNAVAILABLE CLEAN SENSOR\". THIS MESSAGE WILL APPEAR WITH NO ADVERSE WEATHER CONDITIONS. DUE TO THIS ERROR THE CRUISE CONTROL NO LONGER WORKS AND THE PRE-COLLISION WARNING SYSTEM NO…","quote_2_odi":"11443484","quote_2_text":"Pre collison warning system has turned itself off in the rain and states visit dealer for service. Never logs data and on when you get to dealer. Same system has also flash \"Brake\" on the highway at 65 mph when a dry sunny day and no cars around. I am worried it may actually…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-seat-heater-melting","label":"Seat heater melting and burning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11551960","quote_1_text":"I was on a camping trip in Wyoming, and I started my Tundra up on a chilly morning. It was running for about 5 minutes before I came back to it and entered the cab. Immediately upon entering I noticed a strange smell. I also noticed at that time that the driver’s seat was…","quote_2_odi":"11509199","quote_2_text":"The seat heater control module has failed causing the plastic to burn and melt, nearly starting a fire. Toyota knows about this but refuses to issue a safety recall.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11485528","quote_1_text":"Sunroof shattered while driving on highway. Noise similar to a gun being fired, caused momentary disorientation; however, was able to keep vehicle on the road. No warning, no other vehicles around that could have kicked up a rock, debris, etc. Smooth conditions on the road (no…","quote_2_odi":"11277396","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2019 TOYOTA TUNDRA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, AN EXPLOSION WAS HEARD. THE VEHICLE WAS PULLED OVER AND THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SUN ROOF EXPLODED WITHOUT AN IMPACT OR WARNING. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE CONTACT CALLED OAKBROOK TOYOTA AT…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-trailer-brake-warning","label":"Trailer brake controller warning while towing","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11467483","quote_1_text":"Intermit message \"Trailer disconnect \" message causing the trailer braking system to fail when attached to truck. Truck brakes are used to stop trailer at unsafe distances. Several trailers were used to verify. I have attached the fix but Toyota says its warranty issue. This is…","quote_2_odi":"11681433","quote_2_text":"Intermittent message displaying \"Trailer Brakes Disconnected\" while towing. Trailer lights continued to operate even while message was displayed. On average trailer connected and disconnected every 2-3 minutes","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2019-underhood-headlight-fire","label":"Underhood and headlight fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":71,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11731104","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while parked for 5-10 minutes, the contact noticed a burning plastic odor, and upon looking up moments later, the contact noticed flames coming from the driver's side headlight, and the flames were 6 inches above the…","quote_2_odi":"11496234","quote_2_text":"We were driving down an unpaved road at 8 mph in 4WDh in our 2019 Toyota Tundra when I heard a couple popping sounds from inside the car. Then it stopped. I opened the passenger side door to get out and check on the truck, and flames were pouring out under the engine. There were…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-hot-weather-no-start","label":"Engine no-start in high ambient temperatures","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11361122","quote_1_text":"WHEN WEATHER GETS WARM (100F+), IT WILL OFTEN TAKE A FEW SECONDS TO START THE CAR. IT CRANKS OVER, BUT WON'T CATCH. WHEN WEATHER GETS TO 110F, IT WOULD FAIL TO START AFTER IT HAS BEEN DRIVEN, THEN PARKED. WAIT 90 MINUTES, AND IT WOULD STARTS AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"11354056","quote_2_text":"CAR WILL NOT START IN HOT WEATHER (115F+). THIS IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. BOTH TIMES I GOT STUCK IN 115-117F WEATHER OUTDOOR. TOYOTA DEALER SAY THEY CAN'T REPLICATE ISSUE AS THERE NEEDS TO BE A 115F+ WEATHER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of motive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11474652","quote_1_text":"Vehicle stalled and lost power at approximately 45 mph. Warning lights activated and \"Not ready to drive\" message was displayed. Vehicle has had 3 other similar episodes all resulting in the vehicle losing power at high speed","quote_2_odi":"11575646","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle inadvertently lost motive power. The contact was able to pull to the shoulder of the roadway, where the vehicle failed to restart. The check engine and traction control warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11373015","quote_3_text":"I ACCELERATED FROM A STOP MAKING A RIGHT TURN IN A NORMAL MANNER TO KEEP SAFELY IN FRONT OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC, I HAD NO POWER ALTHOUGH I KEPT PUSHING THE ACCELERATOR. MULTIPLE LIGHTS FLASHED ON THE DASH. I COASTED TO THE SHOULDER OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-pre-collision-faults","label":"Pre-collision system faults and unintended braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11747957","quote_1_text":"Between the hours of 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. while heading west with cruise control on and I passed a truck that was fully in the left turn lane my vehicle has done a collision avoidance complete stop three time in the same day","quote_2_odi":"11497668","quote_2_text":"This has happened twice now. 1st occurs on the DC beltway in VA HOV lanes, outer loop just past Tysons Corner while going 70+ MPH in the lane with no vehicles around the collision warning system and break automatically alerted , sensor indicated and dash board flashed BREAK","quote_3_odi":"11658131","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the \"Pre-Collision System Failure” warning light and icon were illuminated. Additionally, the message \"See Dealer\" was displayed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-roof-water-leak","label":"Cab roof water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11677275","quote_1_text":"BODY TOP CELING IS LEAKING.. TOYOTA TRY TO COST ME OVER ONE THOUSAND I CANT AFFORD.. I SEE LOT OF COMMON RECALL FROM OLD TUNDRA HAVE SAME PROBLEM. I THINK TOYOTA IS RESPONBILE TO FIX","quote_2_odi":"11662846","quote_2_text":"It happend today .. I notice while I Cleaned .....back seat ceiling leaking . it seem come from third brake light it no recall on list","quote_3_odi":"11696219","quote_3_text":"IN BACK CEILING LEAKING WORSE NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-steering-vibration","label":"Steering vibration, drift, and shaft binding","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11442579","quote_1_text":"By December 2020 I started to notice a strong vibration in the steering and from the front end between the low speeds of 20-30 mph and between 60-70 mph. The hotter the vehicle gets the more vibration occurs","quote_2_odi":"11398452","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 55 TO 75 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL AND VEHICLE SEVERELY SHOOK AND VIBRATED. EVENTUALLY THE FAILURE STARTED OCCURRING WHILE DRIVING AT VERY SLOW SPEEDS","quote_3_odi":"11735058","quote_3_text":"Steering is intermittently difficult, almost as if no power steering. Steering wheel does not return to center after a turn. There were no warning lamps or messages displayed on the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2020,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2020-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11614797","quote_1_text":"The sunroof shattered while driving down the freeway. No vehicles near or overpasses near. The shade was closed so the glass fell on it not on my head or passengers that could have been present. Sounded like a loud pop. Then I heard wind noise","quote_2_odi":"11733266","quote_2_text":"In a 2020 Toyota Tundra, 1794 Edition (60k miles), traveling at normal highway speed, the moonroof glass panel spontaneously exploded. There was no previous damage or modification to the moonroof panel. Panel explosion was extremely loud and surprising","quote_3_odi":"11565319","quote_3_text":"Driving on the highway and the sunroof spontaneously exploded — portions of glass traveling up and out of the vehicle, with some falling into the sunshade. Skies were clear with temperatures around 25 degrees Fahrenheit","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2021-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11576943","quote_1_text":"Pre collision warning has erroneously activated numerous (>10) times on the same section of roadway. No other vehicles, pedestrians or animals were present on roadway","quote_2_odi":"11452427","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds using adaptive cruise control mode, the rear brake lights failed to illuminate whenever the vehicle slowed down independently","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2021-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering assembly failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11629458","quote_1_text":"The power steering failed at around 38,000 miles. The dealership indicated the entire assembly needs to be replaced which cost more than $6,000. This is apparently a known manufacturing issue as they recalled a significant portion of the vehicles made in 2021","quote_2_odi":"11496696","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V920000 (Steering) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2021-seat-looseness","label":"Driver seat looseness and lateral movement","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11574117","quote_1_text":"I've taken my truck in 3 times for a problem with the driver seat having excessive play. Whenever I stop at a light or pull off the seat rocks back and forth. Each time I've taken it in to the dealership they tell me that it is a seat track issue and that if I raise my seat the…","quote_2_odi":"11485072","quote_2_text":"The seat has been loose since I first purchased the truck, first time at the dealer they said it was the cushion which it wasn’t and they ordered part and it didn’t fix the situation","quote_3_odi":"11491083","quote_3_text":"The seats shifts back and forth when brakes applied or hit the accelerator pedal. I’ve taken to two different dealers n made complaints but not results or repairs have been made","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11623695","quote_1_text":"My sunroof exploded due to weather conditions while i was driving with my family on highway during heavy rain storm","quote_2_odi":"11586983","quote_2_text":"My moon/sunroof exploded while driving for no apparent reason","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2021-wiper-arm-failure","label":"Windshield wiper arm failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-03","quote_1_odi":"11510463","quote_1_text":"When I was driving and snow accumulating on the windshield put stress on the windshield wiper arm. The arm stopped working and I later found that the arm stripped out","quote_2_odi":"11467015","quote_2_text":"Driver side wiper does not work while passenger side works. Has not been into dealer yet, due for state inspection now, June 2022. No warning, would not work when attempting to leave home","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-engine-failure","label":"Engine failure and loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11713816","quote_1_text":"Vehicle experienced sudden engine shutdown at highway speed. While traveling at highway speed, the internal combustion engine shut off without warning.…","quote_2_odi":"11732383","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that the engine was blown while driving at 10 MPH. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed, and determined that the engine needed to be replaced.…","quote_3_odi":"11740964","quote_3_text":"I bought the truck brand new in July 2022. May 2, 2026 I hit 46,461 miles and started hearing a clanking sound and caused vibration in low speeds. After 30 MPH the vibration went away.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-engine-recall-remedy","label":"Engine recall 24V381000 remedy availability and scope","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11669748","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V381000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.…","quote_2_odi":"11640972","quote_2_text":"This is a safety engine recall identified by the manufacturer. I have taken the truck to the dealer for remediation. At this point they do not have a date for correction.","quote_3_odi":"11705957","quote_3_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding Toyota’s decision to exclude hybrid vehicles from an active safety recall affecting non-hybrid Toyota Tundra models equipped with the same twin-turbo V6 engine architecture.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-front-brake-noise-shudder","label":"Front brake noise and shudder","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11646700","quote_1_text":"Front brakes noisy, vehicle shudders when brakes applied. Dealership inspected at 21,000 miles, replaced brake pads and turned rotors at 22,000 miles. Not under warranty, paid out of pocket.…","quote_2_odi":"11690333","quote_2_text":"As I was coming down thew mounts (44 miles of 7-9% grade) as I slightly hit the brakes the truck shook so badly is was vibrating me off the road.…","quote_3_odi":"11653770","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed, and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. There were no warning lights illuminated; however, the contact heard a squeaking sound coming from the vehicle.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-front-tire-wear-alignment","label":"Front tire edge wear and factory alignment","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11735340","quote_1_text":"Premature tire wear. Outside of tire on front wearing faster than inside. Had a realignment and also put on new tires. Same issue is happening","quote_2_odi":"11714263","quote_2_text":"The outer edges of front tires wearing excessively. They replaced 2 around 20k milage and there are many reports of the same issue from factory alignment and camber. The tire appears to be splitting prematurely.","quote_3_odi":"11723089","quote_3_text":"Front end alignment is incorrect from Toyota factory. This is reflected in the service campaign 24TD01 for this vehicle. Toyota refuses to fix the problem, stating the campaign has expired. The alignment causes premature uneven wear of the tires, which is a safety problem.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-fuel-gauge-misreading","label":"Fuel gauge stuck on full reading","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11740236","quote_1_text":"After I put gas into the vehicle gas tank, the gas tank gauge indicated the tank was 75% full. The following day when I started the vehicle the gauge indicated the tank was 100% full and I did not add a drop of gas into the tank.…","quote_2_odi":"11727467","quote_2_text":"On 2022 - 2024 Toyota Tundra models, the vehicles are experiencing an issue where the fuel sensor will reset the digital and analog fuel displays back to showing a full tank without adding fuel to the tank.…","quote_3_odi":"11637540","quote_3_text":"The fuel gauge sometimes does not read properly. It's happened a few times where the gauge reads inaccurate.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-seat-shield-cracking","label":"Driver seat side shield cover cracking","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11736120","quote_1_text":"Front seat driver side shield cover has cracked in multiple places and may affect performance of side air bag deployment.","quote_2_odi":"11735016","quote_2_text":"Driver-side seat plastic side cover (seat shield) cracked/broke under normal use. Concern about durability and potential safety hazard if seat components fail,I was bring into local Toyota dealer ask for replacement but answer is vehicle is out of warranty…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-taillight-recall-remedy","label":"Taillight recall 25V322 remedy availability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11738318","quote_1_text":"Toyota Tundra recall 25V322 is still has no remedy available even though the recall was almost a year ago.","quote_2_odi":"11740516","quote_2_text":"This recall {25TA06} has been out since May 15 2025, it's been over a year now. I have called a few times and nobody know anything when this will be completed. Rumors on line say they took care of the ones at the dealership but not the ones that customers purchased.…","quote_3_odi":"11716985","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Toyota Tundra. The contact stated that there was moisture accumulated in the taillight housings. While shifted into reverse, the camera image was not properly displayed. There were six unknown warning lights illuminated.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2022-throttle-lag-from-stop","label":"Throttle lag and hesitation when accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":119,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":408,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-13","quote_1_odi":"11712816","quote_1_text":"I have throttle lag or hesitation when pulling away from a stop sign or atop light. I have almost been hit several times from it. Something needs to be done.","quote_2_odi":"11710980","quote_2_text":"I have had multiple occasions where I have pushed on the gas pedal to accelerate from a stop and the truck does not go. This has almost caused accidents when attempting to pull out into traffic. This happens almost on a daily basis.…","quote_3_odi":"11643524","quote_3_text":"Hesitattaion/dead pedal when accelerating from a stop. Happens often off and on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-camera-display-failure","label":"Backup and front camera display failures","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11714918","quote_1_text":"My reverse stopped working, it just shows a black screen when I switch to it. The rest of my entertainment console works, it's only when I put it in reverse that it goes black","quote_2_odi":"11750619","quote_2_text":"Forward facing Camera's: After vehicle was recalled for a refacing camera issue and repaired for that recall, now the forward facing camera does not work properly. When coming to stop or while stopped the forward facing camera's no longer work","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-engine-fire","label":"Engine compartment fires during operation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11704837","quote_1_text":"We recently had an engine failure in our 2023 Toyota Tundra ([XXX]). Then on [XXX] the truck caught fire while we were driving in Arkansas. The fire caused the brakes to fail completely, and we wound up jumping from the still moving truck","quote_2_odi":"11716778","quote_2_text":"While operating my 2023 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro under normal conditions, I started the vehicle and activated standard factory equipment including the seat heaters and window/mirror defrosters. Shortly thereafter, I noticed a slight acrid odor inside the vehicle, which quickly…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11750796","quote_1_text":"Engine seized up just after completing a pass on 2 lane road with oncoming traffic approaching Truck started shaking, warning lights illuminated and I lost all ability to accelerate","quote_2_odi":"11703376","quote_2_text":"I was driving on the highway at 55 mph when my engine suddenly began making a loud knocking noise and lost power. I immediately pulled over, but as I was doing so, the vehicle lost all power and the engine light came on","quote_3_odi":"11696206","quote_3_text":"My 2023 Toyota Tundra experienced a complete engine failure at approximately 25,000 miles. The vehicle suddenly shut off while driving and had to be towed to the dealer, where technicians determined that the engine had seized due to a spun bearing and a broken connecting rod","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-hybrid-recall-exclusion","label":"Engine recall coverage excluding hybrid models","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11712407","quote_1_text":"Toyota has recalled vehicles (24V-381) with the exact same motor that I have, but my truck has not been recalled simply because it is a hybrid","quote_2_odi":"11698022","quote_2_text":"Just asking for an investigation. Same engines in vehicle year 2023 gas only models have been recalled for safety because the engine locks up while driving causing a this safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11686545","quote_3_text":"I want Toyota to expand their engine recalls to 2023+ models. The issue with their engine remains with 2023+ models and it is a huge safety risk to allow a 6000lb truck to run on highways with the risk of the engine turning off and potentially crashing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Open recall repairs awaiting parts (25V767, 25V322)","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11751746","quote_1_text":"Recall # 25V767 has been open since November 6, 2025 and the remedy is not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11750787","quote_2_text":"We have dropped off our vehicle in January of 2026 for an engine recall with Toyota. We are about to go into the 8th month of no repair","quote_3_odi":"11743747","quote_3_text":"The recall was issued May 2025 and still has no remedy, bulletins state anticipated remedy in 4th quarter of 2025, we are in middle of 2026, over a year since the recall was issued another recall issued November 2025 with no remedy yet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11720386","quote_1_text":"Panoramic sunroof on 2023 Toyota Tundra spontaneously exploded while driving. The glass exploded upwards shattering glass everywhere onto the sunroof shade cover and into the truck bed","quote_2_odi":"11674241","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the highway and there was a startling loud explosion and I pulled the vehicle to the side of the road for inspection. I discovered that the rear panoramic sunroof had completely shattered, with no obvious cause","quote_3_odi":"11665049","quote_3_text":"Driving on the freeway when I heard what sounded like a gunshot. I kept looking around to see what had hit me. It sounded like it came from the right side of my truck","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-throttle-lag","label":"Throttle lag and hesitation when accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":59,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11738330","quote_1_text":"When the vehicle comes to a complete stop or is slowing into a stop, there is a delay of power often followed by too much power causing the vehicle to launch forward","quote_2_odi":"11715794","quote_2_text":"1-2 second period of no throttle response from a rolling stop, then a sudden lurch of acceleration. This happens all the time with my family in the car and its really scary","quote_3_odi":"11701913","quote_3_text":"On several occasions I have a dead pedal situation on acceleration from a brief stop. When you press the accelerator, the truck does not accelerate immediately. Instead there is a second or two pause before truck responds to accelerator input","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2023-tire-wear-alignment","label":"Uneven front tire wear and alignment pull","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, TIRES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":383,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-16","quote_1_odi":"11699662","quote_1_text":"When I purchased the 2023 tundra trdpro it came from the factory out of alignment. They replaced the stock tires within 4000 miles. Since I the vehicle has required 3 alignments","quote_2_odi":"11666367","quote_2_text":"Vehicle alignment caused per mature outside tire wear on both front tires. Service bulletin found for different trim level but not for my vehicle. Dealership suggested paying for alignment to remedy. Vehicle and tires have 28000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11752253","quote_3_text":"The factory-installed tires on this vehicle are exhibiting premature, severe tire dry rot (sidewall/tread cracking) and highly accelerated, uneven tread wear at only 26,000 miles","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2024-brake-rotor-vibration","label":"Brake pulsation and rotor vibration under deceleration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-10-22 → 2026-08-14 (200 most-recent of 320 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":320,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756941","quote_1_text":"Around 24,000 miles, the truck developed severe vibration when braking at highway speed slowing down from 65mph. The fix required the owner to replace front and rear rotors and brake pads due to warping.","quote_2_odi":"11696010","quote_2_text":"When descending down a hill at speed the brakes on my truck pulsate as if the rotors are warped. My family was put at risk due to the brakes not functioning properly and causing me to let off the braking system in order to prevent overheating. I asked my dealer to review the brakes and they indicated nothing is wrong…","quote_3_odi":"11732760","quote_3_text":"3 — Braking: Violent vibration during heavy deceleration, downhill braking, and rapid stops. Severely impairs controlled stopping and risks loss of vehicle control. Consistent with rotor degradation per Toyota TSB (Nov. 2025, 2022–2026 Tundra).","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2024-reverse-lamp-recall","label":"Reverse lamp inoperability — NHTSA 25V322","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-09-22 → 2026-08-04 (200 most-recent of 320 total complaints)","source_complaint_count":320,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11692201","quote_1_text":"Reverse light not working properly unable to clear see while reversing","quote_2_odi":"11725477","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that the brake lights were intermittently inoperable. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repairs.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-engine-failure-highway","label":"Engine failure and loss of power at highway speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737181","quote_1_text":"My truck engine seized at highway speeds on 4/29/2026. Machining debris seized to the engine’s bearings causing oil to dump from the engine and the engine to completely seize","quote_2_odi":"11723661","quote_2_text":"The engine failed at approximately 53,000 miles while I was driving on the freeway in Houston, Texas. I was traveling at highway speed when the engine suddenly lost power and the truck became unsafe to continue driving","quote_3_odi":"11701982","quote_3_text":"Engine maintenance bearing failed at highway speed. I was able to coast to the roadside because there was no other traffic. Engine would not restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-exterior-lighting-recall-parts","label":"Exterior lighting recall repair parts unavailability","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11743188","quote_1_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V322000(EXTERIOR LIGHTING); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the passenger's side brake light and turn signal lights had become inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11723592","quote_2_text":"We have had a recall on the reverse lamps since 7-17-2025. Every time our driver take the vehicle in for service they say the parts haven't arrived or they cant get them to replace","quote_3_odi":"11715230","quote_3_text":"Car is at dealer on stop sale. Toyota has not resolved since placing deposit on vehicle September 17, 2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-hood-trim-sun-glare","label":"Sun glare reflection from hood and interior trim","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11684145","quote_1_text":"The hood design of the 3rd generation toyota tundra causes SEVERE solar glare back into the cab and this is a known issue. While I could site many instances of it casing a problem, the most recent scenario caused me to nearly run a stop sign and hit a pedestrian","quote_2_odi":"11644948","quote_2_text":"I was driving around 4 p.m. when sunlight hit the engine hood. The sun's reflection went directly into my eyes and blinded me for seconds. I could stop before hitting another car in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11730166","quote_3_text":"Center console glossy trim around the gear shift gives off a blinding glare from the sunlight coming through the front windshield. Almost side swiped the adjacent vehicle on my right when blinded","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-lane-keep-assist-steering","label":"Lane keep assist unintended steering input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11719851","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 60 MPH, there was an object in the road that he attempted to swerve around; however, the lane-keeping assist feature independently activated, causing the vehicle to jerk off the road, down the median, and crash into a ditch","quote_2_odi":"11671887","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with the Lane Keep Assist feature activated, the vehicle steered to the right, leaving the lane, and entering oncoming traffic","quote_3_odi":"11690218","quote_3_text":"While driving the lane warning and lane assist will allow the vehicle to cross the lane lines and go off the road or into another lane","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-outer-tire-wear-alignment","label":"Uneven outer tire wear and factory alignment","component_code":"STEERING, SUSPENSION, WHEELS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11710661","quote_1_text":"All four tires on my 2025 Toyota Tundra experienced severe and abnormal outside edge wear at approximately 13,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11720239","quote_2_text":"Bad factory alignment caused OEM tires (Falken Wildpeak A/T, 265/60 R20) to wear prematurely. Tread depth reduced to 3/32 on all 4 tires at 10,500 miles","quote_3_odi":"11718330","quote_3_text":"All four tires are wearing unevenly. The outside of the tires are worn down much more than the middle and inside edge of tires. I noticed this six months ago, have called Toyota and brought the truck to the dealership and they stated there is no issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-power-tailgate-failure","label":"Power tailgate operation failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738900","quote_1_text":"There rear tailgate does not function. I have it in to Ourismon Toyota Chantilly for the third time. The tailgate does not come down","quote_2_odi":"11718723","quote_2_text":"The tailgate will not go down when you push the bottom that is on the tail light or when you push the button inside the truck it will not go down. It makes the noise like if it is going to but gets stuck","quote_3_odi":"11680686","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while the tailgate was closing automatically, her grandson's finger was at the upper closing point of the tailgate; however, the tailgate continued to close","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738627","quote_1_text":"While driving on the interstate, my sunroof suddenly exploded and glass shattered from the moveable portion of the sunroof. It sounded like a shotgun or a very loud pop","quote_2_odi":"11707686","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the highway about 5 minutes, it was 34 degrees outside, family in car (with baby). No cars in front of me at all, didn’t drive through an underpass, didn’t hit any potholes, and out of nowhere the front panoramic sunroof exploded","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2025,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2025-throttle-hesitation-from-stop","label":"Accelerator response delay from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":65,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11738459","quote_1_text":"I was crossing two lanes of a 4-lane highway from a stop. I floored the accelerator to cross traffic and the truck hesitated for approximately 1-2 seconds in the middle of the highway before finally accelerating","quote_2_odi":"11707016","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has a recurring safety-related defect where there is a long, unpredictable pause (1–3 seconds) between pressing the accelerator from a stop and the truck actually accelerating","quote_3_odi":"11736786","quote_3_text":"Multiple times since I purchased this vehicle I have tried to accelerate into the flow of traffic from a stop and the truck would barely make it into the roadway and then suddenly lose acceleration leaving me without power when I needed it most","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2026-safety-sense-malfunction","label":"Toyota Safety Sense unintended activation or deactivation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748118","quote_1_text":"Toyota Tundra safety sense 2.5 package (pre-collision warning, lane keeping assist, RSA, etc.) disabled while vehicle was in motion","quote_2_odi":"11730382","quote_2_text":"The Anti-Collision System / Automatic Braking System engages, even when turned off. This is a major safety hazard and nearly got me into an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2026-sunroof-glass-explosion","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11746147","quote_1_text":"Rear sunroof window exploded out while driving. Truck had just under 9000 total miles on it when this happened. Driving on I25 east of Casper Wyoming in very high cross winds","quote_2_odi":"11716809","quote_2_text":"While driving, the sunroof suddenly exploded without any external cause. The temperature at the time was approximately 42°F","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2026,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Tundra","model_slug":"tundra","cluster_id":"tundra-2026-throttle-hesitation-from-stop","label":"Throttle hesitation accelerating from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736849","quote_1_text":"I was turning left from a stop sign on to a busy road. Immediately after beginning to pull out, the engine stalled and left the truck powerless in the middle of the intersection. I almost got t boned from vehicles traveling both directions","quote_2_odi":"11740735","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is either unresponsive or has a severe throttle delay from a stop or a very low speed, creating is a major safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11751956","quote_3_text":"When the vehicle is cold and sitting all day or all night, on the first 5 minutes of driving or so, when you push the accelerator pedal from a dead stop or rolling stop, there is no throttle/engine response for at least 1.5-2 seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/toyota/tundra","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-11 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10874847","quote_1_text":"THE TOYOTA VENZA WAS INVOLVED IN A ROLL OVER ACCIDENT AND ROLLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE IS EQUIPPED WITH 13 AIRBAGS. NOT 1 AIRBAG DEPLOYED! THE ACCIDENT WAS IN MOTION AND TOOK PLACE ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"10504412","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT WAS FORCED INTO A CEMENT POLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE POLICE WERE CONTACTED AND A","quote_3_odi":"10365314","quote_3_text":"I WAS THE DRIVER IN A REAR-END COLLISION. I REAR-ENDED A CAR GOING APPROX. 20-25 MILES PER HOUR AND NEITHER THE PASSENGER OR DRIVERS AIR BAG DEPLOYED THE CAR I STRUCK WAS NOT MOVING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11566021","quote_1_text":"Since I bought the Venza, the brake has not been working well, so I am trembling with fear and the risk of an accident countless times. I didn't know how to claim this, so I endured it and drove this car until now. Today, after reading an article about Fisker's break issue","quote_2_odi":"10627641","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 35 MPH (THE SPEED LIMIT) AND WAS APPROXIMATELY 6-8 CAR LENGTHS FROM TWO CARS STOPPED AT A GREEN LIGHT WAITING FOR ONCOMING TRAFFIC TO CLEAR SO THEY COULD TURN LEFT. I TOOK MY FOOT OFF THE ACCELERATOR AND ONTO THE BRAKES BUT THEY DIDN'T ENGAGE. I THEN SLAMMED ON THE","quote_3_odi":"10499550","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC STOP, THE BRAKES FAILED, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO MOVE FORWARD. IN ADDITION, WHILE THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED FIRMLY THE VEHICLE THE CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE. NO ONE WAS INJURED. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-heated-seat-burning-smell","label":"Heated seat burning odor","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11514537","quote_1_text":"On or around March 10, 2023, as my wife and daughter were driving the driver's side heated seat started burning/smoking. Immediately, my wife turned off the seat and returned home. I found there was an existing recall for this issue but only for the Southeast Toyota","quote_2_odi":"10926396","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. WHEN THE HEATING SYSTEM ON THE FRONT DRIVER SEAT WAS ACTIVATED, THE CONTACT NOTICED A BURNING ODOR. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATING ELEMENT HAD A SHORT, WHICH CAUSED THE HEATING SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10822478","quote_3_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT HEATER ASSEMBLY: NOTICED A DISTINCT BURNING SMELL WHENEVER SEAT HEATER TURNED TO THE ON POSITION. WILL KEEP IN OFF POSITION UNTIL ISSUE IS RESOLVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-panoramic-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11731288","quote_1_text":"while driving, the sunroof made a loud explosion and shattered everywhere","quote_2_odi":"11482643","quote_2_text":"Driving local freeway, 65 degrees and sunny, light traffic.... Loud impact sound but no cars in our immediate vicinity, nothing in the roadway. Once stopped, examined car and found the large panoramic sunroof had spontaneously exploded. Sunroof cover was in place so no glass","quote_3_odi":"10509615","quote_3_text":"WHILE ENTERING THE INTERSTATE I WAS APPROACHING ABOUT 60 MPH WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN I HEAR A VERY LOUD POP! I WAS STARTLED THINKING SOMEONE HAD SHOT A GUN! IT CAUSED ME TO SLOW DOWN AND TO ALMOST BE REAR ENDED. I LOOKED UP TO FIND MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED FOR NO APPARENT REASON. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-rear-differential-leak","label":"Rear differential fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11043818","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE TRANSMISSION TOTAL FAILURE REQUIRING REPLACEMENT","quote_2_odi":"10993830","quote_2_text":"94,000 MILES AWD VENZA WITH REAR DIFFERENTIAL TRANSAXLE LEAK. VENT ON THE AXLE MEANT TO RELEASE PRESSURE WHEN OIL HEATS UP, CLOGS WITH DEBRIS AND FAIL. SINCE THE SYSTEM CAN NOT VENT, IT RUINS THE SEALS AND COUPLING. DEALER ESTIMATE OF $3,000 TO REPAIR. THIS IS A MAJOR DESIGN","quote_3_odi":"10970566","quote_3_text":"OUR 2010 VENZA HAS 80K MILES ON IT (POWERTRAIN WARRANTY IS 60K). AFTER HEARING A \"WHIRRING\" NOISE FROM THE REAR OF OUR VEHICLE, WE HAD IT INSPECTED. THERE IS A LEAK OF FLUID FROM THE LEFT AXLE SEAL WHERE IT MEETS THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL. THE DIFFERENTIAL WAS OPENED AND HAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":79,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11257339","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE THE CONTACT'S WIFE WAS DRIVING THROUGH A DRIVE THRU CAR WASH, THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL BECAME STUCK AND THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A WALL. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE BUMPER, RADIATOR, BATTERY, AND HOOD","quote_2_odi":"10743910","quote_2_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE VERY SLOWLY...MY FOOT WAS ON THE GAS PEDAL VERY GENTLY AND ALL OF A SUDDEN THE CAR ACCELERATED AT A FAST SPEED. I HIT THE BRICK WALL OF A STORE AND SMASHED THE GLASS FRONT DOOR. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES DID I DEPRESS THE GAS PEDAL IN EXCESS TO","quote_3_odi":"10356322","quote_3_text":"ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2010 MY HUSBAND AND I WERE DRIVING OUR 2010 TOYOTA VENZA ON RTE. 19S, IN FAYETTE, WEST VIRGINIA. WE ACCELERATED OUR VENZA TO MATCH ONGOING TRAFFIC SPEEDS, WHEN THE THROTTLE STUCK WIDE OPEN AND WAS INCREASING IN SPEED. I STEPPED ON THE BRAKES, WHICH FAILED TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-airbag-nondeployment-warning","label":"Airbag non-deployment and SRS warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11309894","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED HER DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING AT 25 MPH IN THE RAIN AND FOG WHEN SHE LOST CONTROL ON A CURVE COLLIDING INTO A GUARD RAIL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY AS THE FRONT AND SIDE OF THE VEHICLE WAS DAMAGED","quote_2_odi":"11004918","quote_2_text":"RECENTLY IN A HEAD-ON COLLISION ACCIDENT (GOING 65MPH) WITH MAJOR DAMAGE, BUT AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"11532247","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the check SRS (Supplement Restraint System) message was displayed. The vehicle was taken to a dealer and the error messages were cleared; however, upon placing her purse on the passenger seat, the messages again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-brake-loss-of-stopping-power","label":"Intermittent brake pedal loss / master cylinder failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10995224","quote_1_text":"TWO FAILURES OF COMPLETE BRAKE FAILURE. FIRST TIME, MAYBE A MONTH AGO TRAVELLING 5-10 MPH, APPLIED BRAKES AND PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. SAME TIME AS TRYING TO BRAKE SAW A FLASHING YELLOW LIGHT ON DASHBOARD. SLOWED VEHICLE WITH PARKING BRAKE, STOPPED AND STARTED VEHICLE MOVING","quote_2_odi":"10934823","quote_2_text":"I WAS UNABLE TO STOP MY CAR BY DEPRESSING MY BRAKE PEDAL AS I APPROACHED A RED LIGHT IN TULSA OKLAHOMA. I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO A CERTIFIED MECHANIC FOR A VEHICLE INSPECTION AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE MASTER CYLINDER WAS MALFUNCTIONING AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10489411","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO STOP THE VEHICLE BUT THE BRAKE PEDAL TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAD TO PUMP THE BRAKE PEDAL IN ORDER FOR THE VEHICLE TO STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11192187","quote_1_text":"WHEN MY CAR HIT 100,000 MILES IT STARTED HAVING A ISSUE WHEN STARTING UP, I WOULD HEAR LIKE A GRINDING, WHEN I CHECKED THE OIL I HAD FOUND OUT THERE WAS MINIMAL OIL IN MY CAR, I ADDED OIL AND TOOK BY MY SHOP THEY TOLD ME ABOUT THIS ISSUE WITH OTHER TOYOTAS THAT HAVE THIS SAME","quote_2_odi":"11283152","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA WITH 136000 MILES AND BURNS THRU OIL. I HAVE TO PUT OIL EVERY MONTH IF I AM NOT CAREFUL IT WILL BURN QUICKLY","quote_3_odi":"11555299","quote_3_text":"Notice oil leakage. Took for oil and filter change and a check. Nothing was found, however four months later car began rattling and driving rough - I took to dealership and was told the Water Pump needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-heated-seat-wiring-melt","label":"Heated seat wiring overheating and melting","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11266882","quote_1_text":"HEATED SEAT WIRING WAS DISCONNECTED BY THE DEALER TO PREVENT A FIRE AND NOTED THAT THE PLUG WAS MELTED AND THE SEAT WAS CHARRED, DUE TO A MALFUNCTION, MY HEATED SEAT ON DRIVER SIDE STOPPED WORKING, FOUND A NHTSA CHAMPAIGN ID 14V743000 THAT AFFECTED 2009-2011 TOYOTA VENZA","quote_2_odi":"10787954","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SEAT WARMER MODULE CONNECTION MELTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 101,162","quote_3_odi":"10786323","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT HEATER WHEN TURNED ON OVERHEATED WITH A STRONG ELECTRICAL BURN SMELL. TOYOTA REPAIR SERVICE SAID THE HEATER ELEMENT HAS GONE BAD, BUT NO RECALL FOR OUR VIN# UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIN ID#14V743000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-power-steering-lockup","label":"Electric power steering failure or lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10543494","quote_1_text":"MY 2011 TOYOTA VENZA WITH ONLY 10,000 MILEAGE HAD A ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING FAILURE AS I EXITED I695 TOWARDS TOWSON, MARYLAND. AS I TURNED ONTO THE EXIT I LOST MY ABILITY TO TURN MY STEERING WHEEL","quote_2_odi":"10915070","quote_2_text":"WHILE I WAS TRYING TO TURN INTO THE DRIVEWAY OF A RELATIVE APARTMENT, THE STEERING WHEEL GOT REALLY TIGHT AND EVENTUALLY LOCKED UP GIVING VERY LITTLE TO NO TIME TO PULL OVER FOR SAFETY. THE ENGINE THEN SHUTS DOWN","quote_3_odi":"11019780","quote_3_text":"THE TOYOTA VENZA 2011 HAS PROBLEMS WHEN THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE CAR IS AT HIGH. THE ABS LIGHT TURN ON MAKING IT HARD TO STEER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-sun-visor-detaches","label":"Sun visor detaching or failing to stay up","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11101737","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FALLS DOWN AND DOES NOT STAY UP AND BLOCKS VISIBILITY WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11100417","quote_2_text":"THE SUN VISOR IN MY VENZA BROKE AND WILL NOT STAY IN THE UP POSITION CREATING A VISIBILITY ISSUE. UPON AN INTERNET SEARCH, I FOUND THIS WAS A COMMON ISSUE WITH SEVERAL TOYOTA MODELS. IN FACT, THE CAMRY WAS RECALLED FOR THIS ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10730380","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE SUN VISOR FAILED FELL OFF ITS SUPPORT UNEXPECTEDLY DURING LAST WEEK. I THINK THIS SUN VISOR HAS PREMATURELY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2011-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11549925","quote_1_text":"The roof panoramic glass shattered for no apparent reason. Passengers in the car could have been harmed Insurance has approved the repair. There was no warning or indication of failure","quote_2_odi":"10684143","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 65 MPH, THE SUN ROOF GLASS SHATTERED IN PIECES WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED CUTS FROM THE GLASS, BUT NO MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS REQUIRED","quote_3_odi":"10761603","quote_3_text":"I HEARD WHAT SOUNDED LIKE A GUN SHOT, LOOKED AT MY DAUGHTER AND SAID ARE YOU OKAY AND WE WERE SUDDENLY SHOWERED WITH THE BROKEN GLASS OF MY MOON ROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2012-airbag-nondeploy-crash","label":"Airbag failure to deploy or inflate in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10547409","quote_1_text":"MY CAR WAS HIT FROM THE REAR AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED, PUSHING CAR INTO CONCRETE BARRIER, DID A 360 AND BOUNCED BACK TO OTHER CONCRETE BARRIER. PASSENGER AIR BAG DID NOT OPEN. DRIVERS AIR BAG OPENED BUT DID NOT INFLATE. NO OTHER AIR BAGS OPENED. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10944376","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A SECOND VEHICLE. THE DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG BURST OPEN AND BLACK SMOKE AND FRAGMENTS FLEW OUT. THE FRAGMENTS SEVERELY INJURED BOTH OF THE DRIVER'S LEGS. A POLICE","quote_3_odi":"11421009","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2012 TOYOTA VENZA. The contact stated while her husband was driving at 15 MPH, the vehicle traveling in front of them came to an abrupt stop. In an effort to avoid the vehicle, the contact's husband jumped a curb and hit a light post. The front driver and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2012-airbag-recall-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light tied to open recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11446013","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, the airbags warning light illuminated. The contact continued to drive the vehicle. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V257000 (Air Bags) and the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11439963","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Toyota Venza. The contact received a recall notification for NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V257000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for","quote_3_odi":"11388347","quote_3_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE WARNING LIGHT INDICATES THAT AIR BAG IS OFF WHEN AN ADULT PASSENGER IS SEATED IN IT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND IN MOTION WITH THE SEAT IN THE UPRIGHT POSITION. THIS MAY PREVENT THE AIRBAG FROM DEPLOYING PROPERLY IN AN ACCIDENT. THERE IS A 2013 RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2012-frontal-crash-rating-inquiry","label":"Frontal passenger crash test rating inquiry","component_code":"AIR BAGS, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2014-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10558158","quote_1_text":"NO INCIDENT, JUST A SAFETY QUESTION. I PURCHASED THIS 2012 VENZA A FEW DAYS AGO AND WAS SURPRISED TO FIND THAT THE FRONTAL PASSENGER CRASH TEST WAS 2 STARS (OUT OF 5). FOR 2013 IT WAS 4 STARS FOR THE SAME TEST. I AM TRYING TO DETERMINE WHETHER THIS CAR (VIN NUMBER) WAS MADE","quote_2_odi":"10558089","quote_2_text":"THIS IS NOT A COMPLAINT; JUST A QUESTION. I HOPE THAT YOU CAN POINT ME IN THE RIGHT DIRECTION. I PURCHASED THIS 2012 TOYOTA VENZA FROM A DEALER WHO CLAIMED EXCELLENT SAFETY RATINGS. BUT I SEE THAT THE 2012 VENZA PASSENGER FRONTAL CRASH RATING IS ONLY 2 STAR. I RETURNED TO THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2012-sun-visor-drops","label":"Sun visor drops and obstructs driver view","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11102212","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE SUN VISOR FLOPS DOWN INTO THE VIEW OF THE DRIVER. IT WILL NOT STAY OUT OF THE LINE OF SIGHT WHILE THE VEHICLE IS MOVING. THIS PROBLEM WAS REPORTED FOR TOYOTA CAMRYS AND TOYOTA ISSUED A WARRANTY EXTENSION TO REPAIR THE PROBLEM. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO ADDRESS THE","quote_2_odi":"11322587","quote_2_text":"VISOR FLIP DOWN SPONTANEOUSLY AND HINGE BREAKS AFTER SOME TIME EVEN AFTER DEALER REPLACED WITHIN WARRANTY NOW THEY WONT REPLACE. VISOR WILL HANG DOWN AND BLOCK VIEW OF ROAD. THIS OCCURS WHILE IN MOTION OR STATIONARY. THIS CAUSES A BLOCKED VIEW AND IS UNSAFE AS IT DOES NOT ALLOW","quote_3_odi":"11267388","quote_3_text":"IN MY 2012 TOYOTA VENZA THE SUNVISOR ON THE DRIVERS SIDE DROPS DOWN AND OBSTRUCTS MY VIEW. THIS HAPPENS WHILE I AM DRIVING AND IS A SAFETY HAZARD, IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES AND NOW NO LONGER STAYS UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-airbag-warning-nondeployment","label":"Air bag warning light and non-deployment in crashes","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11416165","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE HAD IMPACTED INTO THE CONTACTS VEHICLE ON THE DRIVER SIDE; NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THE CONTACT STATED MULTIPLE INJURIES (THE CONTACT WAS THE ONLY ONE IN THEIR VEHICLE)","quote_2_odi":"10659734","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AND FAILED TO RESPOND. THE STEERING WHEEL BECAME DIFFICULT TO TURN AND THE TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WHICH CAUSED THE CONTACT TO CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11548549","quote_3_text":"Subject: Formal Complaint Regarding Potential Safety Issue - 2009-2015 Toyota Venza Models Dear National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), I am writing to formally report a potential safety concern related to the 2009-2015 Toyota Venza Models. The issue pertains to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to respond or stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11219069","quote_1_text":"BOUGHT THE CAR USED, THE VERY FIRST DAY AFTER PURCHASE THERE WAS SMOKE COMING FROM THE FRONT BRAKE AREA. NO WARNING LIGHTS OR ANYTHING ELSE WEIRD, JUST SMOKE. NOW, ABOUT A MONTH LATER, THE BRAKES SOMETIMES FEEL AS IF THEY'RE LOCKING UP AND NOT LETTING GO, BUT ALSO NOT STOPPING","quote_2_odi":"10904547","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE HAD 5900 MILES WHEN A LOUD SCREECHING STARTED COMING FROM THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE. THE BRAKE WORE UNEVENLY AND DAMAGED THE ROTOR. TOYOTA DID NOT STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT","quote_3_odi":"10966505","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED, BUT FAILED TO RESPOND WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO ANOTHER VEHICLE A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED BRUISES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11646588","quote_1_text":"Fuel pump fail causing the car to stall out going 75 miles an hour on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11418575","quote_2_text":"Internal Fault of fuel pump assembly. With NO prior warnings of messages or warning lights from the dash, nor any poor performance issues of starting or running of the engine the fuel pump failed all at once while driving on an expressway at 65 mph and the engine shut down","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-panoramic-roof-shatter-leak","label":"Panoramic moonroof shattering or leaking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11548235","quote_1_text":"Sunroof/moonroof assembly leaks heavily in rain, makes cracking sound over bumps Dealer/manufacturer will not fix, they want $4600 to repair","quote_2_odi":"11057256","quote_2_text":"THE PANARAMIC SUN/MOON ROOF HAS COMPREHENSIVE ISSUES WITH REGARD TO STABILITY AND SAFETY. WHEN DRIVING OVER AN UNEVEN SURFACE, SPEEDBUMP, OR OTHER NON-SMOOTH SURFACE, THERE IS A LOUD AND JARRING POP FROM THE OVERHEAD ROOF AREA OF THE CAR WHERE THE PANARAMIC SUN/MOON ROOF IS","quote_3_odi":"10968946","quote_3_text":"ON 03-27-2017 APPROXIMATELY 2:15P I WAS TRAVELING 60 MPH SOUTH ON I94/I43 IN MY 2013 TOYOTA VENZA XLE JUST SOUTH OF THE BECHER/LAPHAM AVE EXIT IN MY WHEN I HEARD THIS LOUD EXPLOSION WHICH RESEMBLED A GUNSHOT SOUND AT THE SAME TIME FLYING GLASS COMING FROM OVER MY HEAD. MY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-power-liftgate-finger-entrapment","label":"Power liftgate closing on fingers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10692182","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC REAR HATCHBACK POWER DOOR, CLOSED UN-COMMANDED, PINNING AND CRUSHING MIDDLE 3 FINGERS OF BOTH HANDS BETWEEN BOTTOM EDGE OF DOOR AND CAR BODY/BUMPER. ACTIVATING OPENING SWITCHES ONLY CYCLED DOOR TO AUTO CLOSE - SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASING THE AUTOMATIC SYSTEM PRESSURE AND","quote_2_odi":"10505377","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE MANUALLY CLOSING THE REAR LIFTGATE, THE AUTOMATIC POWER FEATURE ACTIVATED AND INDEPENDENTLY CLOSED ON HIS LEFT MIDDLE FINGER. THE CONTACT SOUGHT MEDICAL ATTENTION AND HAD TO RECEIVE STITCHES TO THE FINGER","quote_3_odi":"10491322","quote_3_text":"2013 TOYOTA VENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO FINGERS BEING CRUSHED IN REAR HATCH INCIDENT. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED HE AND HIS WIFE WERE LOOKING AT THE VEHICLE. WHEN HIS WIFE USED BOTH HANDS TO SLOWLY CLOSE THE HATCH, THE AUTOMATED FEATURE GRABBED THE HATCH BRINGING IT TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10839319","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE IN A PARKING LOT, WHEN APPROACHING A PARKING STALL AND PREPARING TO STOP, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED FORWARD CAUSING US TO REAR END A VEHICLE AHEAD, WHICH HAD ALREADY PARKED, UNOCCUPIED AND WAS PULLED THROUGH THEIR PARKING STALL. THE SUDDEN","quote_2_odi":"10764124","quote_2_text":"MY WIFE WAS PARKING THE CAR WHEN THERE WAS A SUDDEN LURCH FORWARD (UINTENDED ACCELERATION). SHE HIT A POLE WHICH CAUSED DAMAGE TO THE FRONT BUMPER. THIS TYPE OF INCIDENT HAPPENED TO ME 2 WEEKS EARLIER WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT OCCURRING BUT I DID NOT THINK ANYTHING ABOUT IT. THE","quote_3_odi":"10588649","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE AT A COMPLETE STOP, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AND CRASHED INTO A BUILDING. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THERE WERE NO INJURIES. THE FAILURE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED BY A MECHANIC. THE MANUFACTURER WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2013,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2013-throttle-response-lag","label":"Accelerator pedal unresponsive to engine for several seconds","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":59,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11470724","quote_1_text":"I complained to a Toyota Dealer about this problem in 6-2017. The took it for a road test and the car did not do it and it did not record a code. So they could not find a solution. Intermittently and without warning the electronic link between the gas pedal and the engine is","quote_2_odi":"10607421","quote_2_text":"THE BELOW ISSUE WAS FIRST REPORTED TO THE APPROPRIATE TOYOTA REPRESENTATIVES AND TO NHTSA IN 9-2013. IT HAS OCCURRED 36 TIMES SINCE THE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW IN MAY 2013. AT THIS WRITING THE CAR HAS LESS THAN 6000 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. INTERMITTENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING THE","quote_3_odi":"10543279","quote_3_text":"DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATION PEDAL HAS NO EFFECT ON ENGINE SPEED FOR UP TO 3 OR MORE SECONDS. THIS SITUATION HAS OCCURRED APPROXIMATELY TWELVE TIMES SINCE CAR WAS PURCHASED NEW IN MAY 2013. IT NOW HAS 1200 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. CAR HAS BEEN RETURNED TO THE DEALER TWICE FOR THIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and recall service delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11691982","quote_1_text":"My daughter was in an accident where a 2025 ram quad cab hit her at full speed in the drivers front wheel. The airbags didn’t deploy allowing her head to break the side window. The recall for the side airbag had been completed","quote_2_odi":"10747589","quote_2_text":"ON THE FREEWAY GOING 70 MPH, HIT A DEER HEAD ON AND THE AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY!!","quote_3_odi":"11154437","quote_3_text":"IN NOVEMBER 2018 A WARNING LIGHT ON THE DISPLAY INDICATED A MALFUNCTION OF THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALER WHERE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE AND HAD IT DIAGNOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failing to stop or engage the vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11066127","quote_1_text":"MY BRAKES FAILED AT A LOW SPEED AT A MCDONALDS AND I HIT A CAR IN FRONT OF ME. MY SON AND GRANDAUGHER WERE IN THE CAR WITH ME. I COULDN'T GET THE CAR TO STOP NO MATTER HOW MUCH I PUSHED ON THE BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10671666","quote_2_text":"AT 55 MPH THE VEHICLE, WITH THE BEST EFFORTS OF THE DRIVER, WOULD NOT STOP AND THE BRAKES WOULD NOT ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE WAS UNABLE TO STOP AND THE CRASH RESULTED FROM THIS FAILURE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10594267","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE SHIFTED GEARS FROM PARK TO REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RUSHED TO THE CAR TO DEPRESS THE SERVICE BRAKE PEDAL HOWEVER, THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL RAN OVER THE CONTACT'S LEFT FOOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-steering-instability","label":"Steering column noise, tightening, or veering","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11536607","quote_1_text":"The vehicle started to exhibit a popping or clunking sound in the steering Column after 125,000 miles. Was told it was not dangerous and continued to drive while albeit was still distracting","quote_2_odi":"11372560","quote_2_text":"I WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AND COULD FEEL THE STEERING WHEEL TIGHTEN LIKE IT WAS LOCKING UP. WHEN THE LIGHT TURNED TO GREEN I MADE A LEFT HAND TURN AND HAD NO POWER IN THE STEERING WHEEL","quote_3_odi":"10609687","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE VEERED TO THE LEFT AND TO THE RIGHT. THE FAILURE OCCURRED INTERMITTENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof or panoramic roof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11718020","quote_1_text":"Sudden shattering of windshield and panoramic sunroof glass. The glass suddenly shattered with no obvious impact of any type","quote_2_odi":"10916355","quote_2_text":"I'M FROM VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA. I WAS DRIVING BACK, FROM VANCOUVER AIRPORT OUTLET STORES, ON HIGHWAY 99, WITH AROUND 90 KM/H AND WHEN I APPROACHED THE INTERSECTION WITH OVER-PASSING CAMBIE ROAD, I HEARD LIKE AN GLASS EXPLOSION ON THE CAR ROOF, AND BY REFLEX I DUCK AND COVER","quote_3_odi":"10610662","quote_3_text":"THE SUNROOF IMPLODED AND COMPLETELY SHATTERED WHILE PARKED IN OUR HOME GARAGE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN USED SINCE FRIDAY EVENING, JULY 11TH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-suspension-alignment","label":"Suspension alignment and rear bushing noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11291122","quote_1_text":"I TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER BECAUSE IT 2WE MAKING A NOISE IN THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE. THEY CHANGED THE SHOCKS, BUT THE NOISE DIDN'T STOP. I TOOK IT TO A PRIVATE MECHANIC THAT TOLD ME THAT THE NOISE WAS COMING FROM THE REAR BUSHINGS, WHICH ARE PLASTIC","quote_2_odi":"10744754","quote_2_text":"EL DILER NO QUIERE REPARAR LOS PROBLEMAS Y ME ENVIA DONDE EL MANOFACTURERO DE LA GOMA Y EL MANOFACTURERO VA REALISAR UNA INPECION POR QUE DE ENTRADA ELLOS ME DICEN QUE EL PROBLEMA NOSON LAS GOMAS YA QUE SEGUN MI A LEGATO ELLOS ENTIENDE QUE SON AMORTIGUADORES DEL FABRICANTE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2014,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"toyota-venza-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or decelerating","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10669066","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE OCCURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_2_odi":"10663994","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND CRASHED INTO A GARAGE WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10583523","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 TOYOTA VENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO DECELERATE BUT THE VEHICLE ERRONEOUSLY ACCELERATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2015-airbags-no-deploy","label":"Airbags failing to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10820401","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS NOT LISTED UNDER THE RECALL FOR AIRBAGS. YET, YESTERDAY I WAS INVOLVED IN A FAIRLY SERIOUS T-BONE COLLISION THAT AFFECTED THE ENTIRE FRONT END OF MY VENZA AND NO AIRBAGS WENT OFF. IT WAS A CITY STREET INTERSECTION AND BOTH VEHICLES WERE MOVING","quote_2_odi":"11421631","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that a drunk driver hit her vehicle on the driver's side while stopped at a stoplight. The contact stated that the airbags did not deploy upon impact. The contact was taken to the hospital and was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2015-headrest-discomfort","label":"Headrest position causing neck and back pain","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11485035","quote_1_text":"Extremely uncomfortable drivers side and passenger headrests, causing my head and neck to be pushed forward. This causes me back and neck pain, pushing you in a position to have chronic neck/back pain and very bad posture. I’ve seen many complaints online","quote_2_odi":"10735043","quote_2_text":"HEAD REST VERY UNCOMFORTABLE FOR DRIVER 5'2\". DEVELOP NECK AND BACK PAINS FROM DRIVING WITH STANDARD HEAD REST. HEAD REST TOO FAR FORWARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2015-infotainment-reboot","label":"Navigation and radio system rebooting while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11679720","quote_1_text":"The navigation and radio system will cut off and restart that warning. This loses critical settings and distracts drivers from attention to the road. If you’re using navigation, it’s gone if you are listening to instructions from an external source connected","quote_2_odi":"11222649","quote_2_text":"THE RADIO NAVIGATION SYSTEM JUST TURNS OFF AND RESETS FOR NO APPARENT REASON IT DOES IT ST ANYTIME ANYWHERE ANY SPEED. IT WILL JUST STOP AND RESTART AND IF YOUR USING NAVIGATION YOU LOOSE YOUR DESTINATION, SO YOU HAVE THE INSTINCT TO TRY AND RE INPUT YOUR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"11724085","quote_1_text":"Sunroof shattered while I was on the highway almost injuring me and causing me to get into an accident, no rocks or debris found to cause this. Toyota refuses to take any responsibility for this and I have to fix it myself","quote_2_odi":"11112789","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED INTO MILLIONS OF PIECES WHILE IN THE CLOSED POSITION WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING ON THE INTERSTATE HIGHWAY IN MEMPHIS, ON JULY 19, 2018. THERE WAS A VERY LOUD BANG THAT SCARED THE DRIVER CAUSING HER TO ALMOST LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2015,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2015-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle surging forward despite braking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-10 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10794353","quote_1_text":"I WAS APPROACHING A STOP SIGN AT THE CORNER OR CHURCH AND MAIN STREETS IN CHESTER, VERMONT AT LESS THAN 10 MPH THE CAR SURGED FORWARD AND WOULD NOT STOP. I T-BONED A CAR COMING DOWN MAIN STREET AND THE CAR CONTINUED TO SURGE ACROSS THE ROAD. THIS IS A SURGING","quote_2_odi":"11491108","quote_2_text":"On 10/24/22, I was stopped in traffic at the lower end of a hill. This was in Arlington, TX on Lamar St. near Collins traveling east. Although I was using my brakes as we were at a red light, the car started accelerating forward. It would not stop with","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbags not deploying in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11667971","quote_1_text":"I was involved in a no fault accident when an SUV slammed into the back of my Toyota Venza at full speed and pushed me into the left guardrail of the bridge we were driving on. Neither the front airbags or the driver (left) side airbags deployed.","quote_2_odi":"11471845","quote_2_text":"My wife was in involved in a crash where a person ran a red light and she broadsided a truck which flipped over. The front end of our 2021 Toyota Venza was destroyed see photo which I uploaded. The airbags in our car did not deploy at all.","quote_3_odi":"11464170","quote_3_text":"Involved in an one-car automobile accident (attempted to avoid hitting deer and hit a cement barrier). Vehicle was subsequently classified as totaled. AIR BAGS never deployed.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-brake-failure","label":"Loss of braking and emergency-brake non-engagement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11507719","quote_1_text":"I was on the highway, no ice on the road, in a construction zone, going about 50mph. The cars in front of me stopped completely, and the light to warn me to \"Brake\" came on the dashboard to engage the brakes, but the emergency braking system failed to engage the brake…","quote_2_odi":"11446530","quote_2_text":"Pulling into a parking spot (under 5 mpg), brakes did not engage. Car drove up onto the sidewalk. Had to put car into reverse to avoid hitting the building. While in reverse, brakes would not engage as well had to turn off the vehicle to stop it after it hit the curb…","quote_3_odi":"11484848","quote_3_text":"2021 Toyota Venza while being driven while merging onto the highway, the vehicle lost all braking power causing my wife to almost cash into the car in front of her. The vehicle was moving between 50 to 55 miles per hour. Once the vehicle was pulled over, the dash was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-delayed-acceleration","label":"No throttle response when accelerating from stop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11551085","quote_1_text":"Vehicle was operating as normal. Slowed down to a complete stop as normal. When attempting to accelerate from stop, vehicle had no throttle response and slowly idled into the intersection. Would press pedal down and nothing would happen. About 5 seconds later, vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"11586267","quote_2_text":"When accelerating from a stopped position, the car fails to go forward. This incident has occurred six times and often seems to be at the worst times, such as pulling into a busy road from a stop sign. The car will start to accelerate and stop with no response from the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-fuel-tank-fill","label":"Fuel tank fill and capacity discrepancy","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11436748","quote_1_text":"I just purchased the 2021 Venza a week ago. I was not aware of the fuel tank issue with the RAV4. When I filled up my Venza I noticed that it was not filling up to the full 14.5 gallons as stated by Toyota. I would assume that there maybe some reserve gas in the tank.…","quote_2_odi":"11456873","quote_2_text":"Fuel tank filling issue. Could not fill anywhere close Tank Capacity, dealer claims it has several gallons reserves. Driver does not know what Distance to Empty shows vs what is real, how much gas left in the tank. Supposed 560 Mile range, only showing 420 miles. Even…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-headlight-shadows","label":"Low-beam headlight shadows in driver view","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11420205","quote_1_text":"The venzas headlights, while on low beam only, have 2 shadows or blobs in the drivers view. It is very distracting especially while turning or cornering. It appears as if things are running out in front of the car. The issue is discussed by Venza owners on the Toyota…","quote_2_odi":"11495683","quote_2_text":"Both left and right headlights on this car cast a dark \"shadow\" on the road in front of the car when driving at night. It only occurs when the headlights are on low beam, the high beam headlights are normal. Each headlight casts 2 shadows, for a total of 4, which can…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-infotainment-failure","label":"Head unit and touchscreen display failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11690377","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system has failed. It is the 12.5 screen-based system that enables the control of numerous features including air conditioning/heating, audio (all radio and satellite radio) and map/gps display. This system is the focus of a recall on this model car…","quote_2_odi":"11699429","quote_2_text":"Primary Control/Head Unit Failure - I can no longer access any of the electronic functions of the vehicle due to the computer screen failure. The back up camera works, but when the vehicle is in drive, it's nothing but a strobing light trying to connect. It's a safety…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Vehicle surge while parking at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11694412","quote_1_text":"As I attempted to park in a stall in the parking garage, I turned the steering wheel to the right and aligned the vehicle in preparation to back into the stall. In the split second that I took my foot off the accelerator to put it on the brake pedal in preparation to…","quote_2_odi":"11479261","quote_2_text":"As I was pulling in slowly (going about 2 miles or less) to a perpendicular parking spot at my apartment complex, I took my foot off the accelerator to brake. And all the sudden my car lunged forward and rapidly accelerated forward on its own. It was completely terrify…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2021,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without major impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":70,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":179,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11661931","quote_1_text":"Spontaneous crack in the windshield without any external mechanixal force, such as rock, hale, or any other foreign body.","quote_2_odi":"11627304","quote_2_text":"With no impact, our windshield cracked. I see many, many other owners of 2021 and later Toyota Venza have had this happen to them. This is clearly a large problem, so I'm hoping that by reporting our incident you will be encouraged to investigate further.","quote_3_odi":"11525270","quote_3_text":"Driving at 45MPH alone on a paved road. Outside temperature 85F. Suddenly a crack appeared on the driver side of the windshield (about halfway up from hood). Crack was initially about 3 to 4 inches long. By the time I got home (10 miles - about 15 minutes) the crack was 24…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-acceleration-delay-from-stop","label":"Delayed or absent acceleration response from a stop","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, ENGINE, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573919","quote_1_text":"Three times now over the past 4 months, including an incident yesterday, when I try to accelerate from a stop, the car just rolls forward slowly as if in neutral, but there is zero acceleration power for about 5 seconds, and then it engages and accelerates like normal","quote_2_odi":"11511657","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions, my 2022 Venza does not accelerate when hitting the gas pedal after coming to a complete stop.  I can press the pedal all the way to the ground but it is delayed by 3-5 seconds and just idles slowly into the intersection","quote_3_odi":"11682744","quote_3_text":"While attempting to cross a busy street, I picked an opening in the coming traffic to cross, released the brake to allow the car to start rolling slowing, but when I pressed the accelerator , I got no response from the car and no acceleration at all for about 3 seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-headlight-failure-electrical-cascade","label":"Left headlight failure triggering multiple electrical losses","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11650945","quote_1_text":"On 1/1/25 around 5PM when it was getting dark, I was driving in my 2022 Toyota Venza LE on the highway in the rain when all of a sudden my left headlight off, windshield wipers stopped working and experienced a host of other electrical issues -  engine temp doesn't read, apple…","quote_2_odi":"11658511","quote_2_text":"The left head light has failed. As a result, these are the functionality issues I am experiencing: 1. Loss of power to power mirrors. This causes issues because the mirrors do not retract, and have to be manually adjusted before each drive session. They have folded in while…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-headlight-shadow-visibility","label":"Headlight shadow obscuring nighttime visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11456343","quote_1_text":"When driving at night (especially in my rural area) there are shadows that are projected onto the road, trees, and shoulder of the road. They are very distracting and make you focus only on the shadows instead of the road.  These shadows do disappear when the high beams are on","quote_2_odi":"11498547","quote_2_text":"Shutter mechanism for the projector headlights, when closed it causes a shadow across half of the field of vision. This severely hampers the field of vision and causes serious safety concerns while driving at night","quote_3_odi":"11536474","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING AFTER DARK IT LOOKS LIKE A SHADE GOT PULLED DOWN OVER 1/2 OF THE WINDSHIELD PLUS ANOTHER BLACK SPOT UNDER THAT. I TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID THEY HAVE HAD MANY COMPLAINTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-power-liftgate-malfunction","label":"Power liftgate failure to latch or open","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11547749","quote_1_text":"Power lift gate struggles to close hatch/lift gate.  Motor and struts make groaning noises.  Vehicle out of warranty due to over 36k miles.  Now power lift gate is groaning and grinding when shut as of October 2023 with 44k miles","quote_2_odi":"11711364","quote_2_text":"Seems to be an issue with the rear hatch and the locking system. Without any recent rain or snow the locking system will get frozen and not close correctly or open correctly.  We though the hatch was closed but it popped open while backing up","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-pre-collision-system-non-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance system non-activation during crash","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11495567","quote_1_text":"I was almost involved in a reared collision. The vehicles pre-collision warning system did not activate. I later tested the system by approaching a stationary object and stopping suddenly. The system did not activate. The dashboard lights do not indicate that the system is…","quote_2_odi":"11754500","quote_2_text":"Turning into a driveway with foot on brake, the Venza suddenly lurched forward hitting garage door and lurched backwards. no warning lights came on or air bags. Car was maybe doing 2 to 3 mph at the most, as it is a very short driveway. There were no Collision avoidance signals…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-unintended-acceleration-lunge","label":"Unintended acceleration or forward lunge at low speed","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11643026","quote_1_text":"We own a 2022 Toyota Venza Hybrid and are having problems with it \"lunging forward\" when applying the brake. This has happened multiply times. The first is when I was pulling very slowly into the garage because the car just fits through the door having only inches to spare on…","quote_2_odi":"11633567","quote_2_text":"I stopped, set/engaged the brake hold button while my wife got the mail. She was about to get back in and suddenly the car lurched forward very rapidly and crashed into the neighborhood playground and the chain linked fence. I could not stop the acceleration and had to keep…","quote_3_odi":"11508256","quote_3_text":"My 2022 Toyota Venza Hybrid experienced a sudden acceleration when I was pulling very slowly into my relative's garage driveway while my foot was still on the brake pedal. It crashed into the garage door at fairly high speed severely damaging the vehicle's front end","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2022,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2022-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without apparent impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725028","quote_1_text":"Parked car sitting untouched, came out in the morning to a 2 foot wide spiderweb crack across the whole windshield. Saw through research that this is a common issue with Toyota Venzas of this year. TOYOTA refused to help or assist with this issue even though there was no impact","quote_2_odi":"11524327","quote_2_text":"Windshield without any chips cracked while sitting in my driveway, presumably due to the heat of the day. It was 85 degrees. The crack starts at the drivers side edge and extends to just past the rear view mirror from 4 to 6 inches from the bottom edge of the windshield","quote_3_odi":"11555702","quote_3_text":"RECENTLY PURCHASED WITH 35,000 MILES AS A CERTIFIED USED VEHICLE. AT 36,000 MILES, HAVE NOTICED A CRACKED WINDSHIELD THAT RUNS THE WIDTH OF THE WINDSHIELD JUST ABOVE WHERE THE WIPERBLADES SIT. THERE IS NO VISIBLE MARK ON THE OUTSIDE FROM ANYTHING HITTING IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation from a stop","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11630326","quote_1_text":"Acceleration or throttle lag. When stopped at a turn, went to press on gas and no acceleration happened. 3-5 seconds later the car accelerated when I pressed on the gas.","quote_2_odi":"11591664","quote_2_text":"On two separate occasions, my brand new car hesitated to accelerate from a dead stop despite my foot depressing the gas pedal completely.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-brake-failure-fca","label":"Brake pedal non-response with forward collision avoidance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11690439","quote_1_text":"After applying the brakes in a sudden situation, the automatic emergency braking came on but the car didn't stop. The brake pedal was pushed all the way to the floor board but the car didn't stop and crashed into the vehicle in front.","quote_2_odi":"11619150","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at 10-20 making a left turn, a Land Rover veered in her path, and she crashed. The auto collision system did not engage. The brakes were applied but failed to respond.","quote_3_odi":"11618697","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Venza. The contact stated that while attempting to make a left turn, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to respond, and the brake pedal became inoperable.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-electrical-infotainment","label":"Infotainment and connected-services electrical faults","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11712196","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Toyota Venza. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V595000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). However, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the screen displayed a…","quote_2_odi":"11656854","quote_2_text":"-Issue with electrical system. Unable to access to connect services (APP, SOS). Contacted Toyota three times to let them know about this issue. -Collision Warning/Rear Cross Warning don't always operate. There is no sound or warning. -Occasionally, screen turns off completely…","quote_3_odi":"11633987","quote_3_text":"I don’t have the specific date that this happened because it was several times. When I first got the car the Toyota app stopped working after a few days. I brought it back a couple times and they replaced the headpiece because the app system crashed.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-glass-crack","label":"Windshield or roof glass cracking without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11621294","quote_1_text":"Panoramic glass roof panel cracked. Dealership inspected and denied instantly stating glass is not covered under warranty and was impacted by a flying object.","quote_2_odi":"11586431","quote_2_text":"Front windshield randomly cracked, with number and size of cracks growing as vehicle is driven. Cracked windshield is not a result of any rocks or debris strikes.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-headlight-shadow","label":"Low-beam headlight shadow on driver's side","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11645248","quote_1_text":"When driving at night using low beams a shadow is cast by the headlights. The shadow is on the driver's side approximately 100 feet in front of the vehicle, at the 11:00 position.","quote_2_odi":"11608294","quote_2_text":"drivers side low beam projects a dark spot within view, causing a shadow that is disconcerting and distracting while driving at night.","quote_3_odi":"11578800","quote_3_text":"When driving at night with headlights on low beam the driver’s side headlight casts a distracting shadow on the road.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2024,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Venza","model_slug":"venza","cluster_id":"venza-2024-tire-blowout","label":"Tire tread separation or blowout while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":22,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11746247","quote_1_text":"What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? I purchased four tires from Belle Tires on April 1, 2026, 14 days ago (note: mileage at accident 10,776 vs mileage at tire purchase 10,360 or 416 miles of wear).","quote_2_odi":"11739187","quote_2_text":"I heard loud sound then the tire of driver’s side front was blown out suddenly with warning alarm on the 210 east bound freeway on 10th of May, 2026 at 1:40PM, I stopped in the shoulder then called AAARoad service to change it to the spare tire.","quote_3_odi":"11599821","quote_3_text":"225 55/R19. New 2024 Toyota Venza (purchased XXX) with under 4k miles when tire blew out. Was driving the speed of traffic eastbound on [XXX] near [XXX] merge just east of Des Moines in heavy, heavy semi traffic when tire went flat.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/toyota/venza","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11075138","quote_1_text":"NOVEMBER 10, 2017 - I WAS T-BONED BY A MOTORIST (WHO RAN THE LIGHT) ON THE DRIVERS SIDE WHILE ATTEMPTING A LEFT HAND TURN THRU AN INTERSECTION. THE 2010 TOYOTA YARIS I WAS DRIVING WAS TOTALED BY THE COLLISION ($8,266.72 OF DAMAGE TO THE DRIVERS SIDE). THE YARIS SIDE AIRBAGS DID","quote_2_odi":"11003761","quote_2_text":"MY SON WAS ON HIS WAY TO WORK AND CAR FLIPPED 4 TIMES AIR BAGS MALFUNCTIONED CAUSING HIM A BRAIN INJURY AND NOW LIVES WITH SEIZURES HE IS ONLY 23 YES OLD AND IS TAKING 6000 MG'S OF KEPRA A DAY FOR THE REST OF HIS LIFE","quote_3_odi":"10630759","quote_3_text":"WAS HIT FROM BEHIND BY A PICKUP TRUCK GOING 40MPH WHILE I WAS STOPPED AT AN INTERSECTION. I WAS 5 MONTHS PREGNANT AT THE TIME. I WAS PROPELLED INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC WHERE MY RIGHT SIDE PASSENGER SIDE WAS HIT BY A SEDAN. NO AIRBAGS DEPLOYED. CONTACTED TOYOTA WHO REVIEWED MY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11434616","quote_1_text":"Malfunctioning components 1. Door locks do not lock all the time when the lock button is pressed. 2. Randomly I will find my doors unlocked, when I closed them when I got out. 3. Doors unlock by themselves and that poses a problem for me and my family. To be able to figure out","quote_2_odi":"10735565","quote_2_text":"MY YARIS HAS FEW MILES ON IT. LAST AUGUST I TRIED TO START THE CAR BY INSERTING THE IGNITION KEY AND TURNING IT. THE STARTING MOTOR RAN, BUT DID NOT SEEM TO ENGAGE THE ENGINE. I RELEASED THE KEY AND THE STARTING MOTOR KEPT RUNNING UNTIL I PHYSICALLY TURNED THE KEY BACK TO THE","quote_3_odi":"10716356","quote_3_text":"I GOT IN MY CAR, STARTED THE ENGINE, IMMEDIATELY I STARTED SMELLING STRONG BURNING SMELL. THAN STARTED SEEING SMOKE FROM THE DRIVER DOOR. WITHIN FEW SECONDS I STARTED SEEING FLAMES. SINCE I WAS ALREADY ON THE ROAD, I COULDN'T JUST STOP THE CAR. THE FLAME GOT BIGGER AND BIGGER,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-seat-belt-retraction-failure","label":"Seat belt retraction and buckle failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-09 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11220472","quote_1_text":"BOTH OF THE REAR SEATBELTS ON MY 2010 TOYOTA YARUS WON'T RETRACT. INITIALLY, THE REAR LEFT SEAT BELT STOPPED RETRACTING AND THEN SEVERAL MONTHS LATER THE REAR RIGHT SIDE SEAT BELT STOPPED RETRACTING","quote_2_odi":"10487426","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH SHE APPLIED THE BRAKES ABRUPTLY TO AVOID A CRASH BUT THE SEAT BELT FAILED TO RETRACT CAUSING HER FACE TO HIT THE STEERING WHEEL, CAUSING INJURIES TO HER LIPS, TEETH, AND CHIN. THE MANUFACTURER","quote_3_odi":"10354891","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED HE NOTICED THAT THE REAR DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT ONLY FASTENS INTO THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BUCKLE AND THE REAR MIDDLE SEAT BELT ONLY BUCKLES INTO THE REAR DRIVERS SEAT BUCKLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-steering-wheel-instability","label":"Steering wheel centering and pull","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10875070","quote_1_text":"MY CAR STAR TO BY HARD TO MOVE THAT WHELL K","quote_2_odi":"10334671","quote_2_text":"BOUGHT VEHICLE ON 3/7/10 WHILE DROVE VEHICLE AROUND 30-40 MPH THE VEHICLE PULLS GRADUALLY EITHER SIDE. WHEN DIRECTION IS CORRECTED ,THE VEHICLE GOES ON OTHER SIDE,CORRECT IT ,GOES ON OTHER AND CYCLE GOES ON. APPARENT PROBLEM MAY BE SOMETHING WITH THE STEERING SYSTEM. THE TOYOTA","quote_3_odi":"10312276","quote_3_text":"THE STEERING IN MY 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND TOLD THEM THE STEERING WHEEL WAS NOT CENTERED. I LEFT THE CAR FOR 3 HOURS AND CAME BACK AND ALL THEY WROTE ON THE PAPER WAS THE TIRES WERE LOW ON AIR. THAT WAS NOT TRUE I HAD CHECK THAT AND ALSO LET THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10934559","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL WE HAVE BEEN WAITING OVER 6 MONTHS FOR A REPAIR ON OUR RIGHT SIDE AIR BAG. BECAUSE OF THE DANGER TO A PASSENGER IN THE RIGHT SEAT WE HAVE BEEN UNABLE TO USE, THIS VEHICLE EXCEPT FOR DRIVER ONLY USE. I FEEL IT IS TAKING WAY TOO LONG FOR THE REPAIR TO TAKE PLACE. I","quote_2_odi":"10891539","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL: NOTHING HAPPENED TO MY AIRBAGS HOWEVER I LIVE IN SOUTH FLORIDA AND I AM WORRIED BECAUSE IN THE RECALL LETTER IT SAYS THAT \"TIME IN SERVICE UNTIL SIGNIFICANT PROPELLANT DEGRADATION MAY OCCUR PROJECTED AT BETWEEN 6-9YEARS\" AND I HAVE OWNED THIS VEHICLE 6 YEARS, PLUS","quote_3_odi":"10644808","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V169000 (SEATS) AND NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V168000 (AIR BAGS). HOWEVER, THE PART TO PERFORM THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11098398","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED; HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CHECK ENGINE AND TRACTION CONTROL WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE","quote_2_odi":"10749038","quote_2_text":"SPEED CONTROL (CRUISE CONTROL) SET TO 60 MPH. AFTER A WHILE I NOTICED THE CAR CAR SEEMED TO BE GOING FASTER THAN I FELT COMFORTABLE WITH AND WAS PASSING ANOTHER CAR. I LOOKED DOWN AND SAW THE SPEEDOMETER INDICATING ABOVE 87 MPH. DISCONNECTED CRUISE CONTROL AND REGAINED NORMAL","quote_3_odi":"10430928","quote_3_text":"2010 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER STATES VEHICLE BECAME DYSFUNCTIONAL WHILE DRIVING *TGW CONSUMER SENT ADDITIONAL CORRESPONDENCE *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED SHE PULLED INTO A PARKING SPACE, PUT THE VEHICLE IN PARK, AND WHEN SHE WENT TO REMOVE THE KEYS, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT SHUT OFF, THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2010,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2010-window-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous window glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2009-12 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10440239","quote_1_text":"WE WERE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY LATE IN THE EVENING WHEN ALL OF A SUDDEN, THE DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW IMPLODED. THE GLASS LITERALLY CRUMBLED INTO TINY PIECES AND FELL INTO THE CAR, FRONT LEFT AND REAR LEFT SIDE. I CONTACTED THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE DEPARTMENT, AND WAS TOLD THAT NOTHING","quote_2_odi":"10294841","quote_2_text":"DRIVERS SIDE WINDOW SHATTERED SPONTANEOUSLY 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. ON THE HIGHWAY APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11066141","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AUTONATION TOYOTA BUENA PARK (6400 BEACH BLVD, BUENA PARK, CA 90621, (714) 627-5562) FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 16V340000 AND 14V168000 (AIR BAGS). THIRTY MINUTES AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2011-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11165287","quote_1_text":"IT WAS NEW YEAR'S EVE 12/31/2018 IT WAS RAINING AND I WAS GOING HOME AFTER PICK UP DINNER FOR MY FAMILY AND I WAS COMING TO A STOP SIGN AND I PRESSED ON MY BRAKES AND IT DIDN'T CATCH ON AND I LET OFF OF IT AND PRESSED ON IT AGAIN. I STILL FELT LIKE I WAS SLIDING AND THAT WHEN I","quote_2_odi":"10892995","quote_2_text":"HI, MY NAME IS [XXX] DO TO A CAR CRASHING INTO MY TOYOTA YARIS MY SON WAS DRIVING AND SOME CAR CRASH INTO HIM. HE GOT HURT AIRBAGS DID NOT WORK AT ALL WHEN THE ACCIDENT WAS VERY FATAL. ENGINE WAS ON FIRE DEPARTMENT HAD TO TAKE HIM OUT OF THE CAR UNCONSCIOUS AND THE WHEELS WHERE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2011-airbag-warning-light-sensor","label":"Air bag warning light and sensor fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2017-07","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11003501","quote_1_text":"THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG OFF LIGHT WITH NOT SHUT OFF AS WELL AS THE SRS LIGHT. BOTH PASSENGER AND DRIVER WERE IN SEAT","quote_2_odi":"10944152","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA YARIS. WHILE THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED, THE FRONT PASSENGER AIR BAG WAS DEACTIVATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE AIR BAG SENSOR FAILED DUE TO THE WEIGHT IN THE PASSENGER SEAT BEING TOO HEAVY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2011-suspension-vibration-abs","label":"Front-end vibration and missing ABS/ESC","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2014-10","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10650351","quote_1_text":"I HAVE TOYOTA YARIS SEDAN 2011. I BUY THIS CAR IN THE DEALER TOYOTA BAYAMON PR I FEEL THE CAR VERY SLIPPERY AND UNCOMFORTABLE. WHEN THE MECHANIC CHECK HE TELL ME THIS CAR DO NOT HAVE ABS ESC ECT. JUST HAVE 2 AIR BAGS IN FRONT. WHEN WE CHECK THE VIN SAID THIS CAR SUPPOSED HAVE","quote_2_odi":"10578823","quote_2_text":"THE FRONT END SHAKES AT A LOW SPEED TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC HE CAN'T FIGURE IT OUT. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2011,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2011-takata-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10884086","quote_1_text":"TOYOTA HAS INITIATED SAFETY RECALL WITHOUT OFFERING ANY REPAIR OPTION. TOYOTA STATES: \"DO NOT OPERATE THE VEHICLE WITH AN OCCUPANT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT.\"","quote_2_odi":"10957824","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V340000 (AIR BAGS) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF","quote_3_odi":"10929972","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I WISH TO COMPLAIN ABOUT TAKATA AND TOYOTA ABOUT THEIR MUTUAL HANDLING OF THE RECALL. THIS SUMMER I RECEIVED A NOTICE FROM TOYOTA RECOMMENDING KEEPING THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT UNOCCUPIED DUE TO THE FRONT PASSENGER AIRBAG WHILE THEY SEEK A \"REMEDY\". FROM WHAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Air bags failed to deploy in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11056740","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HILL AT 40 MPH, LOST CONTROL AND CRASHED INTO THE TREE IN FRONT. ALL THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10816441","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA YARIS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE FENDER OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","quote_3_odi":"10586651","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WAS HIT IN THE FRONT PASSENGER CORNER BY A CAR DOING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH. THE 2012 4 DOOR YARIS WAS MAKING A LEFT TURN ONTO A SIDE STREET WHEN STRUCK. THE YARIS AIRBAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. NONE OF THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2012-electrical-system-malfunction","label":"Electrical system malfunction affecting safety functions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10555063","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH MAKING A LEFT TURN WHEN THE CAR ABRUPTLY POWERED DOWN THE INSIDE LIGHTS, OUTSIDE LIGHTS, HEAT, ETC TURNED OFF","quote_2_odi":"11004071","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA YARIS. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE HORN FAILED TO SOUND. THE FAILURE RECURRED MULTIPLE TIMES","quote_3_odi":"11383549","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY AT 70 MPH AND HAD TO BRAKE FOR SLOWER TRAFFIC AHEAD. WHEN I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL, THE ABS SYSTEM ENGAGED, BRAKING THE LEFT SIDE OF THE CAR, THEN THE RIGHT ALMOST SENDING ME OFF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2012-speed-control-malfunction","label":"Vehicle speed control malfunction while driving","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2020-03","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11080007","quote_1_text":"I WAS SLOWLY PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE WHEN THE CAR SUDDENLY ACCELERATED AND JUMPED A CURB AND CRASHED IN FRONT OF A RESTAURANT","quote_2_odi":"11040648","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING 65 MPH ON THE INTERSTATE IN THE MIDDLE LANE WHEN THE SPEED SENSOR STOPPED WORKING, THE CAR ACTED LIKE IT WAS IN NEUTRAL AND I COULD NOT GET OVER OR CONTINUE DRIVING IT","quote_3_odi":"11316908","quote_3_text":"SALUDOS CUANDO ME DETENGO LAS REVOLUCIONES BAJAN MUCHOS EL CARRO EMPIEZA A TEMBLAR Y HACE COMO PARA APAGARSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2012,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2012-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall replacement parts delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":35,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11048210","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 TOYOTA YARIS. THE VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 17V006000 (AIR BAGS) ON JANUARY 9, 2017, BUT THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE INTERIM RECALL NOTICE LESS THAN TWO WEEKS AGO","quote_2_odi":"10970594","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - CALLED MY TOYOTA DEALER WALNUT CREEK CALIFORNIA. THEY SAID NO REPLACEMENT PARTS AVAILABLE UNTIL JUNE OR JULY, IN 2 OR 3 MONTHS. TOLD ME NOT TO LET ANYONE SIT IN PASSENGER SEAT UNTIL THEN","quote_3_odi":"10671643","quote_3_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ON MY AIRBAG. UPON SCHEDULING AN APPOINTMENT TO HAVE IT REPLACED I WAS TOLD NOT PARTS ARE AVAILABLE AT ANY TOYOTA SERVICE DEPARTMENT IN GA AND THERE IS KNOW NONE TIME FRAME IN WHICH THE PART WILL BE AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2019-electrical-shutdown-driving","label":"Electrical system shutdown or warning lights while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11241985","quote_1_text":"ON SUNDAY, AUGUST 4TH DROVE APPROXIMATELY 3 MILES DOWN ROUTE 650 ON NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE, SILVER SPRING, MD. STOPPED AT THE ATM ENROUTE TO CHURCH. GOT BACK INTO THE VEHICLE AND TRAVELLED APPROXIMATELY 1 MILE PROCEEDING TO THE EAST WEST HIGHWAY EXIT ON LEFT. SUDDENLY THE CAR…","quote_2_odi":"11172589","quote_2_text":"I WENT TO DEALERSHIP ON WESTERN 1/7/19 BOUGHT A NEW VEHICLE 2019 TOYOTA YARIS LE THE SAME DAY THE VEHICLE STOPPED ON ME WHILE IN TRAFFIC ON 33RD AND KING DRIVE ALL THE LIGHTS TURNED RED AND CAME EVEN BEFORE LEAVING THE DEALERSHIP THE ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE AGENT IGNOCIO…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2019-engine-stall-failure","label":"Engine stall or failure while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11480722","quote_1_text":"2019 TOYOTA YARIS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO ENGINE FAILURE. THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE BEING DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE DROVE ROUGH, ENGINE NOISES, AND EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION DELAYS. THE DEALER STATED THAT ALL THE LINES AND GDI ASSOCIATED WITH THE FUEL PUMP…","quote_2_odi":"11451920","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Toyota Yaris. The contact initially stated that multiple attempts were needed to start his vehicle. When the vehicle would start, the transmission would hesitate upon the depression of the accelerator pedal with several unknown warning lights illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11446982","quote_1_text":"Recall for dangerous issue (risk of crash due to faulty fuel pump) has been unresolved since mid 2021. Have contacted several Toyota dealerships who have said they aren’t able to repair fuel pump since a solution for recall hasn’t been issued yet. Contacted Toyota corporate to…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris","model_slug":"yaris","cluster_id":"yaris-2019-steering-alignment-drift","label":"Steering drift after wheel alignment service","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11218385","quote_1_text":"WITH ONLY 500 MILES ON IT I HAD ALIGNMENT ISSUE WITH THIS BRAND NEW CAR TOYOTA YARIS 2019 WHICH WAS PURCHASED ON APR 2019. AFTER I TOOK MY CAR TO TUSTIN TOYOTA DEALERSHIP, THEY FIXED THE ALIGNMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME I HAD THE SAME ISSUE I TOOK MY CAR THERE FOR THE SECOND TIME…","quote_2_odi":"11218380","quote_2_text":"WITH ONLY 500 MILES ON IT I HAD ALIGNMENT ISSUE WITH THIS BRAND NEW CAR TOYOTA YARIS 2019. AFTER FIX THAT I STILL HAD SAFETY PROBLEM THAT IS EITHER RELATED TO STEERING,TIER, SUSPENSION, BEAM TORSION OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT CAUSE MY CAR FEELING LIKE DRIFTING OR SLIDING TO RIGHT OR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment in collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11270057","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS IA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WAS CRASHED INTO BY ANOTHER VEHICLE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT…","quote_2_odi":"11615690","quote_2_text":"I was involved in a accident where the airbags did not deploy. I was hit on my driver's side and the vehicle was totaled but the airbags never deployed. I also dealt with electrical issues the entire time I had the vehicle. I believe the electrical issues cause the airbags not…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-brake-noise-rotor-overheat","label":"Brake noise and front rotor overheating","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11230330","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE HAS 21K MILES 2017 BOUGHT NEW AND THE FRONT ROTORS NEED TO BE REPLACED. I DRIVE LOCAL, AND I AM BEING TOLD HARD STOPS ON BRAKES WILL OVERHEAT THE ROTORS. I DO NOT DRIVE AT 90MPH THEN JAM ON THE BRAKES. I DO NOT DRIVE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, CANNOT DRIVE AFTER DUSK. I…","quote_2_odi":"11311100","quote_2_text":"SINCE I BOUGHT THE CAR, IT HAS MADE A VERY HIGH PITCH NOISE WHEN I PRESS THE BREAKS. IT DOESN'T HAPPEN OFTEN BUT IT DOES HAPPEN AND THE DEALER HAS NOT BEEN ABLE TO UNDERSTAND WHY NOR HAVE THEY TRIED TO FIX IT UNTIL THE FREE PACKAGE WAS OVER.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-delayed-acceleration","label":"Delayed acceleration on demand","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11015788","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS. WHILE MERGING ONTO THE EXPRESSWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE AND ALMOST CAUSED A CRASH. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED ALL THE WAY DOWN TO THE FLOORBOARD. AFTER APPROXIMATELY 30 SECONDS, THE VEHICLE…","quote_2_odi":"11048812","quote_2_text":"THERE HAS BEEN MANY TIMES THAT WHEN I NEEDED THE CAR TO ACCELERATE IT WOULDN'T, NEARLY CAUSING AN ACCIDENT SEVERAL TIMES. WHAT USUALLY HAPPENS IS I WILL COME UP TO A CORNER TO MAKE A TURN AND INSTEAD OF STOPPING I ACCELERATE TO AVOID ONCOMING TRAFFIC ONLY TO HAVE THE CAR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11404576","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC SEVERAL TIMES. CAR BEGAN JERKING WHEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE WAS AND WAS UNSAFE TO DRIVER AND THE OTHER CARS AROUND. THIS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES WITHIN A MILE RADIUS. I BARELY MADE IT TO A MECHANIC AND WAS TOLD THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL…","quote_2_odi":"11267596","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 TOYOTA YARIS IA. WHILE DRIVING 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO ORLAND TOYOTA (8505 W 159TH ST, TINLEY PARK, IL 60487, (708) 336-7288), BUT WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-steering-bind","label":"Steering bind at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"11489197","quote_1_text":"At about 25,000 miles, my vehicle steering began to lightly bind when driving on a straight road at highway speed. Although the steering wheel could be turned with some minor extra effort, the experience was troubling. At 29,880 miles I took my vehicle to the local dealer and…","quote_2_odi":"11561236","quote_2_text":"For several years the steering has been binding and lightly locking durind highway driving. After numerous attempts to have the dealer test drive the vehicle to duplicate the problem, in 2022 they said there was a dangerous problem with the steering. They replaced the steering…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2017,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2017-transmission-shudder","label":"Transmission shudder and grinding","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-21","quote_1_odi":"10956582","quote_1_text":"MANUAL TRANSMISSION SHUDDER. CLUTCH AND FLYWHEEL WAS CHANGED AT 535 MILES. 20 MILES LATER SAME ISSUES BUT ONLY AT FIRST FROM A DEAD STOP. NOW AT 2100 MILES THE CAR HAS THE SHUDDER IN 5/6 GEARS AS WELL BETWEEN 59MPH TO 72. ALSO MANUAL GEAR LEVER STARTED TO DEVELOP 1/4 INCH PLAY…","quote_2_odi":"11486587","quote_2_text":"The car had precisely 51,255 miles. I took it in for a 50K regular service and asked them to run a diagnostic because there was a grinding sound, so I asked them to check the transmission fluid and run an OBD diagnostic. Between my last regular service and the current service,…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2019-electrical-warning-stall","label":"Electrical system malfunction with dashboard warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11547238","quote_1_text":"Car driving with no one in front and brake assist went off on own. Also car driving and electrical system in car shut down and lost control of car. Then all dashboard lights came on, was able to regain control and pull in parking lot","quote_2_odi":"11241985","quote_2_text":"SUDDENLY THE CAR STARTED MAKING A PULLING OR STRAINING NOISE. I WAS SHOCKED SINCE THE CAR WAS BRAND NEW AND I HAD RECENTLY JUST PURCHASED THE CAR. SUDDENLY THE CAR LOCKED AND I HAD NO CONTROL OF IT","quote_3_odi":"11172589","quote_3_text":"THE SAME THING HAPPENED 1/11/19 AND 1/25/19 IN TRAFFIC ON LAKESHORE DRIVE AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED WHILE IN DRIVE MODE AND ALL LIGHTS CAME ON AGAIN WINDOWS WERE STUCK DOORS WERE NOT UNLOCKING AND THE KEY WAS IN THE VEHICLE AS WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2019-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure with stalling or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11446982","quote_1_text":"Recall for dangerous issue (risk of crash due to faulty fuel pump) has been unresolved since mid 2021. Have contacted several Toyota dealerships who have said they aren’t able to repair fuel pump since a solution for recall hasn’t been issued yet","quote_2_odi":"11431894","quote_2_text":"After shopping I tried to start my car. It did a lot of shuttering and the check engine and battery lights came on. It would not run","quote_3_odi":"11480722","quote_3_text":"THE CONSUMER STATED THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WHILE BEING DRIVEN. THE VEHICLE DROVE ROUGH, ENGINE NOISES, AND EXPERIENCED ACCELERATION DELAYS. THE DEALER STATED THAT ALL THE LINES AND GDI ASSOCIATED WITH THE FUEL PUMP HAD CARBON BUILD UP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2019,"make":"Toyota","make_slug":"toyota","model":"Yaris iA","model_slug":"yaris-ia","cluster_id":"yaris-ia-2019-steering-alignment-drift","label":"Steering alignment drift at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11218385","quote_1_text":"WITH ONLY 500 MILES ON IT I HAD ALIGNMENT ISSUE WITH THIS BRAND NEW CAR TOYOTA YARIS 2019 WHICH WAS PURCHASED ON APR 2019","quote_2_odi":"11218380","quote_2_text":"AFTER FIX THAT I STILL HAD SAFETY PROBLEM THAT IS EITHER RELATED TO STEERING,TIER, SUSPENSION, BEAM TORSION OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT CAUSE MY CAR FEELING LIKE DRIFTING OR SLIDING TO RIGHT OR LEFT WHILE DRIVING AROUND 60 OR ABOVE","quote_3_odi":"11462368","quote_3_text":"I am constantly having to slightly correct my steering wheel. One to three degrees to the left and right at any speed the entire time I am driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/toyota/yaris-ia","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/toyota"},{"year":2023,"make":"VinFast","make_slug":"vinfast","model":"VF 8","model_slug":"vf-8","cluster_id":"vf8-2023-adas-sensor-failure","label":"Forward collision and ADAS sensor malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-12-09 → 2024-08-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585394","quote_1_text":"Front collision sensors and lane keeping sensor do not work in direct sunlight.  For 2 hours in the morning and two hours at dusk.  Sensors are behind rear view mirror and they do not work when sun is at eye level.","quote_2_odi":"11589119","quote_2_text":"Forward collision detection doesn't work. Very rarely screen shows a pop up, but never applies automatic brakes.  Especially when we were in traffic and if vehicle infrant suddenly stops. ..then it doesn't detect the forward stopped objects and fail to apply breaks","quote_3_odi":"11559294","quote_3_text":"When in heavy fog, rain, direct light to cameras or sensor the safety features become unavailable. As soon as any of the above goes away they come back. This in my opinion becomes more of a risk driving these vehicles if the safety systems do not function properly.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/vinfast/vf-8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/vinfast"},{"year":2023,"make":"VinFast","make_slug":"vinfast","model":"VF 8","model_slug":"vf-8","cluster_id":"vf8-2023-lka-recall-service-delay","label":"Lane keeping assist recall service access delays","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-11-05 → 2026-04-02","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728770","quote_1_text":"I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding serious delays and lack of communication surro ding a safety recall repair for my VinFast vehicle. I received an Important Safety Recall Notice from VinFast Auto LLC regarding Recall Notice VPAC 379 / NHTSA Recall No. 25V559, involving a software update…","quote_2_odi":"11697753","quote_2_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V559000 (LANE DEPARTURE). The contact stated that while making a turn, the vehicle jerked, and the steering wheel unexpectedly became difficult to turn. In addition, the vehicle made wide turns. No warning lights were illuminated.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/vinfast/vf-8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/vinfast"},{"year":2023,"make":"VinFast","make_slug":"vinfast","model":"VF 8","model_slug":"vf-8","cluster_id":"vf8-2023-regen-brake-lights","label":"Brake lights inactive during regenerative braking","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-10-05 → 2024-10-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618226","quote_1_text":"When regenerative braking is active brake lights do not turn on causing vehicles behind you to come extremely close. The vehicle has extremely strong regenerative breaking. That should activate the brake lights.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/vinfast/vf-8","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/vinfast"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-aeb-without-obstruction","label":"Automatic emergency braking activating without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11638964","quote_1_text":"Midway through the intersection (at about 10 mph) the vehicles emergency braking system engaged for no reason slamming her to an immediate stop. There were no obstructions in front or to either side of the vehicle. There was another car behind her that almost rear-ended her","quote_2_odi":"11580540","quote_2_text":"Automatic Emergency Breaking initiated on its own, slamming the car breaks as I was turning left out of a parking lot onto a busy 4 lane street. This stopped the car as we were crossing the first lane of traffic","quote_3_odi":"11510748","quote_3_text":"First time-Driving on road at 45 mph when my car started flashing red for a forward collision and my cars automatic emergency brake stopped me immediately with nothing in front of me on a clear road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-brake-booster-faulty-warning","label":"Brake booster faulty warning with reduced braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11529571","quote_1_text":"I would be driving under 30mph and would get a warning on my dashboard that would say \"Brake Booster Faulty\", in addition the \"Brake\" light would illuminate and my brakes would become spongy and harder to engage","quote_2_odi":"11540480","quote_2_text":"While driving, the car suddenly slowed to nearly stopping and a \"Brake Boost Faulty\" red warning light displayed on the dashboard. I was not breaking at the time. The brake pedal felt soft and the car would not regain acceleration","quote_3_odi":"11659675","quote_3_text":"I’ve had the “Brake Booster Faulty” error come on at least once a year. It’s very scary as the car just locks up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-engine-shutdown-while-driving","label":"Engine shutdown while driving at low speed","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11590768","quote_1_text":"In June and early July of 2023 the vehicle’s engine shut off while driving at least 4 times. Shut off occurred while driving at low speeds while in a parking lot, coming out of an intersection, and when approaching a stop sign","quote_2_odi":"11612217","quote_2_text":"Engine stops occasionally while driving and the car is moving. This has occurred even with Start/Stop turned off and while the vehicle is moving on the road. This has occurred several times over the past year","quote_3_odi":"11644452","quote_3_text":"I was driving on the highway with my family in stop and go traffic when my car turned off on its own while still in Drive. The car has an \"Auto On/Off\" feature that we had disabled so it should not have, for any reason, done this","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-epc-power-loss","label":"Loss of engine power with EPC warning light","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11646925","quote_1_text":"THE EPC LIGHT WILL COME ON AT ANYTIME. MEANING WHILE DRIVING ON A STREET HIGHWAY OR FREEWAY. WHICH IS A SAFETY ISSUE. THE VEICHLE WILL LOSE POWER AND START TO SHAKE","quote_2_odi":"11581868","quote_2_text":"EPC light came on and shut the car down at highway speeds. Car was incapacitated. Had car taken to dealer and was told the computer indicated a problem with the fuel injection wiring harness","quote_3_odi":"11673854","quote_3_text":"while operating the vehicle felt a jerk and then the check engine, oil, and EPC warning lights illuminated, and the vehicle decelerated and lost power on the highway, we were able to coast to the nearest parking lot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-led-low-beam-headlight-failure","label":"LED low beam headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11608861","quote_1_text":"Both low beam lights (left then right) failed within the same month. These are LED headlights. I have to drive with the high beam lights on all the time. Since these are LED headlights, there is no way to replace them (no bulbs)","quote_2_odi":"11706755","quote_2_text":"Both low beam headlights went out within two weeks of each other and the vehicle just hit 100,000 miles. Dealership states that replacing the entire headlight assembly is the only fix and will cost $3,000","quote_3_odi":"11731267","quote_3_text":"Both my low beam headlamps went out WHILE DRIVING. This is a major safety concern. It is also not an easy or inexpensive fix. The entire assembly must be replaced and not just a bulb","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-passenger-airbag-pods-fault","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection fault, recall pending","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":79,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11566868","quote_1_text":"Around May 2023, I received a passenger airbag safety recall for my Volkswagen Atlas. The letter states that the Passenger Occupancy Detection System (PODS) is faulty and that in the event of an accident, the passenger airbag would likely not work","quote_2_odi":"11573544","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing issues related to the airbag sensor recall as the sensor does not know if someone is in the seat or not - it thinks someone is there when they aren't, and vice versa","quote_3_odi":"11542887","quote_3_text":"Our airbag warning light, comes on and off. This happens sporadically whether the passenger seat is occupied or not","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2018-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Water pump failure with coolant loss and overheating","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":459,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11737402","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on several occasions at various speeds, \"low coolant\" and \"overheating\" messages and the check engine warning light illuminated. On the first two occasions, the low coolant message appeared","quote_2_odi":"11750721","quote_2_text":"The water pump failed catastrophically at 63,100 miles, forcing a complete road-side breakdown and damaging the radiator. This is a known manufacturing defect affecting the 3.6L VR6 composite plastic pumps","quote_3_odi":"11606347","quote_3_text":"Replaced a failed water pump at 78,831 miles on 11/03/2022 and that replacement part failed again at 98,022 miles on 12/26/2023","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-airbag-recall-repair-delay","label":"Passenger airbag fault and recall 23V215000 repair delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":68,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11577195","quote_1_text":"In April 2023, VW issued a recall on the passenger side airbags. Recall number 69FB for 2018-2020 VW Atlas. It is now coming up on a year since this recall with no remedy in site","quote_2_odi":"11562831","quote_2_text":"My passenger airbag light has been showing an error light on and off since March of 2023. I’ve brought it to a Volkswagen dealership 2 separate times, and they advised me they didn’t have a fix for the issue","quote_3_odi":"11679555","quote_3_text":"PODS system recall from 2023 was replaced, but now the same error message for the airbag not working for the front passenger air bag is now coming on again","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-brake-booster-fault","label":"Brake booster fault warning with unintended braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11541950","quote_1_text":"The vehicle will make a loud alarm and the dash will display \"Brakes Booster Faulty\". The vehicle then will brake itself regardless of where you are and brake pedal will not work properly. This could cause you to get rear-ended as the vehicle will simply stop!","quote_2_odi":"11574246","quote_2_text":"While driving approx 20MPH while turning a corner in a neighborhood, the FAULT BRAKE BOOSTER warning went off and braked my vehicle. The car continued to flash this warning and the brakes were not easily depressed (felt somewhat like when ABS happens in icy roads)","quote_3_odi":"11545838","quote_3_text":"At random times, at random speeds, my instrument lights will illuminate with a beep and display the brake light. Sometimes just the brake icon, sometimes the brake and ABS, and sometimes both along with the engine light. At the same time my vehicle will violently brake on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-low-speed-stalling","label":"Engine stalling at low speed with stop-start error","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11749975","quote_1_text":"Vehicle has been to VW at least 10 times for same issue since 2021. Stalls at low speeds like in traffic or driving around neighborhood, and while decelerating from higher speeds causing a dangerous safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11684060","quote_2_text":"With auto stop/start disengaged, vehicles stalls at slow speed (approaching a stop sign) or while idling at a stop light. displays \"start car manually\" when this happens","quote_3_odi":"11662309","quote_3_text":"While operating the vehicle, it will turn off randomly when coming to a stop. It happens at street lights, stop signs or slow moving traffic. This happens even while manually turning off the auto-stop feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-rear-coil-spring-breakage","label":"Rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11736084","quote_1_text":"Both rear coils for my rear suspension broke at the same time. There was a recall for the 2019 VW Atlas back in January 2019 for rear suspension coils due to breakage","quote_2_odi":"11738473","quote_2_text":"Both coil springs on vehicle failed under normal driving conditions. Less than 70k on the vehicle. We heard a weird noise while driving and saw one broken. When we brought in for repair, both were broken","quote_3_odi":"11685328","quote_3_text":"Rear coil spring broke under normal driving conditions. This vin # was not part of the original recall. And dealer refuses to help","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-steering-rack-vibration","label":"Steering rack failure with front-end vibration","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11657038","quote_1_text":"My car started shaking while driving at high rates of speed. Also while hitting bumps at high speed or the brakes. I took it to the VW dealer and they told me the steering rack was going out. When trying to get it fixed I was told the part is on back order for months","quote_2_odi":"11659726","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the front end of the vehicle was shaking and vibrating abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who diagnosed that the steering rack was faulty and needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11662781","quote_3_text":"My steering wheel and front wheels shake uncontrollably make it dangerous to drive . A complete rack and pinion needed to be replace . The atlas only has 85000 miles . This happened at as slow as 10 miles an hour. Making the vehicle very unstable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11689124","quote_1_text":"Emergency brakes activated while driving normally with no obstructions in front of me. This could've caused an accident if there were other vehicles behind me","quote_2_odi":"11637104","quote_2_text":"On January 20th 2025, we were driving on an open street with moving traffic. The automatic braking system kicked in for no apparent reason and the car slammed on the brakes on its own resulting in us almost being rear ended","quote_3_odi":"11592417","quote_3_text":"Overcast day. No rain, dry roads. 60 degree weather. Dash displayed forward collision warning (in red) and emergency brakes applied. Nothing in the road, no vehicles around","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2019-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":467,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11734857","quote_1_text":"I have a coolant leak. The first time presented to the VW service department, I was told it is a known issue and to add coolant if it isn’t a big leak or concern. I have been doing that, but now the leak is an everyday thing","quote_2_odi":"11690908","quote_2_text":"I’ve consistently had a coolant leak with my engine water pump. Constantly have to refill the coolant","quote_3_odi":"11683723","quote_3_text":"My water pump is going bad with only 64,505 miles on it. My VIN number wasn’t included in the federal emissions warranty of 80,000 miles or 8 years","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-airbag-pods-sensor-faults","label":"Airbag warning light and occupant sensor faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11606157","quote_1_text":"I was driving today and an Airbag Error Message popped up with the Airbag Warning Lamp and will not turn off. I called the dealership I purchased it from and was told it is a faulty Airbag Sensor but my car is not part of the open recall Volkswagen has open","quote_2_odi":"11525353","quote_2_text":"Passenger side airbag displays Airbag warning, and passenger side seat heater stops working. Both use the same wiring harness. Seems to be the exact same fault as April 2023 recall for 2018-2021 Volkswagen Atlases but my VIN is not included","quote_3_odi":"11644988","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted with the Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) and Electronic Power Control (EPC) warning lights illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-door-harness-parking-brake","label":"Door wiring harness causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11448453","quote_1_text":"In the beginning of Novemeber 2021 with 7680 miles an alarm stating Error: Driver door contact switch Fault: Electronic parking brake Attention: Engine is running. Error: Start Stop The check engine light/EPC lights were on","quote_2_odi":"11475422","quote_2_text":"We had issues in March 2022 (electronic parking brake engaging while car is moving and driver's window rolling down when attempting to roll it up) that led to the defective door wiring harness diagnosis that was the subject of the national recall","quote_3_odi":"11457473","quote_3_text":"Driver door harness malfunction causing many errors to display on dash. It also causes emergency brake to engage before coming to a complete stop basically slamming on the brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-engine-stall-start-stop","label":"Unexpected engine stall or auto start-stop failure","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11752297","quote_1_text":"The car will shut down/stall while sitting at a red light. The START/Stop function is turned off, I turn it off while driving. So I am stalled at a red light and then have to place the car back into park and restart it","quote_2_odi":"11660065","quote_2_text":"Hello. I have a 2020 Vw Atlas V6 SE R-Line. The truck shots off when idleling, on speeds of 5 mph to 10 mph and even on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11549247","quote_3_text":"Since I purchased this vehicle for my wife, she has repeatedly called me in tears regarding the vehicle turning itself off in school parking lots, stop lights, stopping at stop signs, and in drive through lanes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2020-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering rack failure and seizure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11640877","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was difficult to turn, and the hazard indicator warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11504476","quote_2_text":"We own a 2020 VW Atlas SE W/Technology. This vehicle has grossly failed to meet reliability expectations. Of most concern is the repeated failure of the vehicle's electric power steering rack. This component has been replaced 3 times on my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11483831","quote_3_text":"Steering gear feeling loose & making noise going down the road. Steering wheel shake & vibration. No warning lights initially. Few hours later when steering vibration was at it worse, the front end collision warning light with cruise control light came on","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-airbag-warning-recall","label":"Air bag warning light and open recall 24V464000","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11622982","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a","quote_2_odi":"11628197","quote_2_text":"This is regarding the passenger side airbag/sensor that needs recall in my 2021 VW Atlas. Is there still no planned fix for this? If so, why not? We are getting close to 6 months from the first notice and it is inconvenient to not have passengers be able to ride safely","quote_3_odi":"11646962","quote_3_text":"Manufacturer still does not have a remedy for open recall that was announced June 2024. Since this regards passenger detection and air bag deployment in the event of an accident, 9 months and still no remedy is unacceptable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-brake-noise-pedal","label":"Brake noise and reduced pedal firmness","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11709844","quote_1_text":"Brake booster system failed, which results in spongy brake pedal with significant reduction in braking force. Problem has been seen by my entire family and me, a mechanic. Vehicle has not been inspected by manufacturer, insurance or police since the issue arose . Brake lamp","quote_2_odi":"11625155","quote_2_text":"After the vehicle has sat for a couple of hours, when I get in to drive and come to a complete stop, there’s a gurgling/swooshing water sound coming from the front brakes. I confirmed my pads and rotors are fine, but the functionality of the brakes appear to act up when the","quote_3_odi":"11602370","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal fluttered while depressed. Additionally, the contact heard a loud grinding sound while depressing the brake pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-drl-led-failure","label":"LED daytime running light failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11694932","quote_1_text":"Dual Daytime running light (DRL) LED headlights failures. The LED DRL strips integrated into the headlight assembly stopped functioning within 3 years of ownership (60,000 and 75,000) miles.. The failure requires replacing the entire headlight assembly, which can cost over","quote_2_odi":"11651593","quote_2_text":"Daytime running light strip (LED) on the passenger side stopped working at about 70,000 miles. The main daytime running light also does not work on that side. ONLINE FORUMS ARE FULL OF THIS VERY SAME COMPLAINT, most failing at about 50-60k miles. The LED strip is housed within","quote_3_odi":"11740364","quote_3_text":"Front passenger-side daytime running light went out. Cannot be replaced individually. Must replace entire front lighting assembly at significant cost","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-hood-release-cable","label":"Hood release cable breakage","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11735047","quote_1_text":"The hood release latch cable snapped, which makes it impossible to open the hood for an emergency or maintenance. The cable is a poor design that is prone to breaking, and from looking online is an extremely common occurrence for the Atlas. It also costs $500-$800 to repair for","quote_2_odi":"11743559","quote_2_text":"Hood release cable either lost tension, broke, or came loose from the clamp in the junction box and cannot open the hood. I was stopped on the side of the road, unable to open the hood. I and my family were put in excessive danger on the side of the road as I could not correct","quote_3_odi":"11677298","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start due to battery failure. The contact attempted to open the hood of the vehicle to charge the battery; however, the hood failed to unlock. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and restart","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11752448","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas with approximately 61,000 miles. After a software update prompted by the vehicle, saying it will be done in 3 parts.the infotainment screen began malfunctioning the following day. Initially, the screen would repeatedly go black, restart, work for a","quote_2_odi":"11640816","quote_2_text":"when I start my car, the infotainment center does not turn on, which means that I lose not just the luxury features that come along with it, but also the safety features, like the back-up camera and road sign recognition. Issues started in January 2025 as intermittent and are","quote_3_odi":"11629367","quote_3_text":"Display screen goes blank and restarts after a few seconds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-low-speed-stall","label":"Engine stall at low speed with manual restart prompt","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11602926","quote_1_text":"While driving at low speeds or accelerating from a stopped position, vehicle engine stalls out and the entire vehicle shuts down and prompts me to manually restart the engine by placing the vehicle in park. This has happened as I have tried to pull out of a parking lot onto a","quote_2_odi":"11667284","quote_2_text":"VW Atlas randomly shuts off when coming to a stop or slowing down. I have to put the car in park and then restart the vehicle. This is incredibly dangerous and scary. This has happened at least 5 times now, all while driving on the road and in traffic. No warning lights popped","quote_3_odi":"11622512","quote_3_text":"On multiple occasions while driving the car engine will shut off - this has happened on the highway as well. I have taken the car to the dealer 4 different times and its the same thing every time - they tell me the charcoal canister has to be replaced. When they replace it the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2021-sos-call-failure","label":"Emergency Call (SOS) system failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":453,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-13","quote_1_odi":"11709214","quote_1_text":"The emergency SOS/ Emergency call function has failed. It appeared yesterday, so I began looking into the issue online. This issue is absolutely endemic and is occurring across multiple late model Volkswagen vehicles. Volkswagen is aware of this issue (per their guidance to VW","quote_2_odi":"11715841","quote_2_text":"SOS light is on and my VW will not connect to my VW app. The call module has failed. Yes, I paid to get a diagnostic test and it was confirmed that it failed. if I get into and accident i will not be able to receive help. All of my friends have the same issue with VW. Some have","quote_3_odi":"11604813","quote_3_text":"Emergency SOS error. Dealership stated that the modulator is defective. It is draining my battery and requires to be jumped off to start. I have read in VW forums that this is a known problem effecting many VW, Audi and BMW owners","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-airbag-recall-remedy-unavailable","label":"Front passenger airbag recall remedy unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625871","quote_1_text":"I am writing to formally express my concern about the ongoing recall on my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas due to a faulty airbag issue. This recall, which I was notified of in June 2024, has yet to be resolved, and Volkswagen has not provided any timeline for a fix","quote_2_odi":"11624669","quote_2_text":"This safety recall has been open for quite some time.  I feel unsafe driving with anyone in the passenger seat.  When I contacted VW, they simply informed me that a remedy is not yet available.  VW says that owners should avoid use of the front passenger seat if possible","quote_3_odi":"11629594","quote_3_text":"The PODs system is still hasn't been repaired since the recall was announced in June. I was told a fix was coming in August, but to no avail. I haven't been able to have someone in the passenger seat of the car since the recall","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-brake-noise-grinding","label":"Service brake grinding, squealing, and inconsistent stopping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11574437","quote_1_text":"There needs to be a recall on all 2022 Volkswagen Atlas. There is a major issue with the braking system that if goes unaddressed, will cause accidents. There are many, many people complaining about it and I’m guessing until we…","quote_2_odi":"11552287","quote_2_text":"Roughly 60 days after we purchased our Atlas the brakes started squealing, grinding, and when its wet or raining, it is nearly impossible to stop the vehicle without slamming the brakes so hard that the anti-lock braking system engages","quote_3_odi":"11572822","quote_3_text":"The brakes make an awful grinding noise that sounds like metal on metal  . When braking the collision alert system will go off as if a crash is inevitable like no one is braking. I have had pedestrians flag me down and tell men that the noise is a brake rotor issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-drl-assembly-failure","label":"Daytime running light LED failure requiring full assembly replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741478","quote_1_text":"The Daytime Running Lights are integrated into the headlight assembly so when the ights fail they cannot be replaced by the car owner by replacing a bulb.  They also fail at very low mileage.  Mine have failed before 70k miles.  To replace the DRL the entire housing must be…","quote_2_odi":"11746755","quote_2_text":"I noticed today when I started up by car that the DRL (daytime running lights) was dimmed to the point where I didn't even notice it on.  This seems to be an issue with Volkswagen Atlas's years 2021-2023.  It is currently out and anyone can come look at it at…","quote_3_odi":"11669927","quote_3_text":"The right passenger headlight LED strip went out which ended up costing $1600. The drivers side headlight LED strip just went out, which is going to cost me another $1600. Looking online, it looks like many other VW Atlas owners are experiencing the same issues, all within…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-engine-cooling-water-pump","label":"Engine coolant leak and water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694691","quote_1_text":"The engine water pump / integrated thermostat housing failed due to a coolant leak. I first noticed coolant odor and dried pink/white residue around the pump area on //. Coolant level dropped between services and I observed active seepage. Dealer diagnosis on // confirmed failed…","quote_2_odi":"11746821","quote_2_text":"the dealership technicians officially diagnosed a coolant leak coming directly from the water pump. At only 70,000 miles, this component should not be failing. This constitutes a major safety hazard. If left unrepaired, a water pump leak leads to sudden engine overheating, loss…","quote_3_odi":"11676446","quote_3_text":"My 2022 VW Atlas has triggered the coolant warning light several times since new. A dealership eventually replaced the head gasket under warranty, yet the warning returned again months later. At the most recent service visit, a pressure test showed no leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-engine-stall-manual-restart","label":"Engine shutdown while driving requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11679519","quote_1_text":"ENGINE RANDOMLY STOPS WHILE DRIVING, IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD, WARNING SAYS TO MANUALLY RESTART ENGINE. HAPPENS WITH AUTO START/STOP ON OR OFF. LASTEST INCIDENT, WHILE ENTERING AN INTERSECTION TURNING LEFT, ENGINE STOPPED, SAID TO MANUALLY RESTART, STEERING LOCKED UP","quote_2_odi":"11643860","quote_2_text":"Vehicle stalls at Idle or close to Idle. It's very dangerous as this could happen in an intersection leading to a collision. When I contacted VW they are completely aware of the issue, Know the part to fix and have even given the part an extended warranty","quote_3_odi":"11678588","quote_3_text":"When driving my 2022 VW Atlas at low speeds (stopping at a red light, backing down my driveway, and slowing for yield zones), the vehicle either 1) shudders to a stop and presents \"please start engine manually\" message or 2) appears to turn off using the start/stop system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-false-aebs-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11593643","quote_1_text":"While operating the vehicle at about 50 to 60 mph the automatic emergency breaking system activated without warning and with no vehicles in front, and violently slammed on the breaks causing the vehicle to go into emergency stop in the middle of the highway","quote_2_odi":"11503699","quote_2_text":"Emergency braking system was activated on 15 FWY, traveling north just south of Magnolia (33.8652148,-117.5413564)  No vehicle or objects were in front of me. I was in the far left lane traveling at freeway speeds for over 2 miles before the emergency…","quote_3_odi":"11675853","quote_3_text":"My atlas forward collision system malfunctioned causing the automatic emergency braking to turn on when there was no one and nothing in front of me. I was then rear ended. Which ultimately totaled my vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and backup camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705408","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system on my 2022 Volkswagen Atlas SE failed completely at 58,435 miles. The screen goes blank/black and the system will not remain operational.  The vehicle was inspected and diagnosed by an authorized Volkswagen dealership (AutoNation Volkswagen of Hilton…","quote_2_odi":"11752976","quote_2_text":"The audio stopped working intermittently, the touchscreen went black and displayed corrupted graphics, and the backup camera repeatedly cuts in and out or fails to display anything. Pressing the backup camera button can cause the infotainment system to shut down completely","quote_3_odi":"11705950","quote_3_text":"The infotainment system where the back up camera is held and all other safety features started re booting and eventually went black December 17th 2025. I brought into Volkswagen Riverhead NY dealer where they said there was an update that needed to be done and all was fixed. I…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2022-second-row-seat-latch","label":"Second-row captain seat latch releasing while driving","component_code":"SEATS, AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707986","quote_1_text":"While slowing down for a stoplight, the captain chair behind the driver side lunged forward pinning my son’s head between his car seat and the back of my seat. Prior to the incident, there was no error indication (would pop up RED) telling me there was a bad latch","quote_2_odi":"11685050","quote_2_text":"while driving approximately 5 MPH, and pressed the brakes when suddenly the second row passenger side captain seat erroneously moved forward. The [XXX]  child seated in a high-back booster seat in the second row passenger seat was pushed forward into the rear of the front…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation with no obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11594277","quote_1_text":"I was driving approximately 30 mph on a sunny, 83F day. There were no other vehicles around me, no pedestrians, no bicycles, no animals, etc. I was traveling south on a straight section of the road when my car came to an abrupt and complete stop. The car's automatic braking…","quote_2_odi":"11585586","quote_2_text":"Driving down 4 lane state highway adaptive cruise on. Car in front of us pulled into left turn lane, was no longer in front of us. Dash lit up emergency notification and slammed us on breaks.  Reported to VW told “likely a sensor issue tech just not there yet”.   Happened again…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailability (24V464000)","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11628561","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…","quote_2_odi":"11610702","quote_2_text":"PODS airbag sensor has been recalled since 6/19/2024 without remedy. Sensor is not detecting passenger and will not deploy in the instance of a vehicle accident. Being advised to not ride in the passenger seat of family vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11631593","quote_3_text":"The contact owned a 2023 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while driving at 35 MPH, a vehicle was coming towards her in the opposite direction making a left turn, and she collided with another vehicle on its front passenger side. No air bags were deployed. The vehicle was…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-drl-failure-assembly-replacement","label":"Daytime running light failure requiring full assembly replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745814","quote_1_text":"Component/System Failed: The driver-side daytime running light (DRL) failed unexpectedly. The failed LED lighting component is available for inspection upon request. Safety Risk: This failure created a significant safety concern because daytime running lights are designed to…","quote_2_odi":"11660513","quote_2_text":"On my 2023 Atlas SE  the LED running light on both sides have stopped working over the last 2 and a half years. The replacement cost for these running lights-including installation is $1500-1800 per light. It has been well noted on the internet sites that thousand of Volkswagen…","quote_3_odi":"11737102","quote_3_text":"The daytime running lights are not working. It is a safety concern by not being seen easily by oncoming drivers. No warnings were given prior to going out. This seems to be a common problem among same vehicle make and model according to forums on the internet. The only…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-engine-stall-unexpected-shutdown","label":"Engine shutdown while driving requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11699184","quote_1_text":"Engine turns off completely traveling at moderate speeds in drive gear while approaching and then stopped at lights or stop signs. Issue became more constant and prevalaint with time.  Message then shows up \" Please start engine manually P\".  Vehicle then has to be put in \"park\"…","quote_2_odi":"11755094","quote_2_text":"While driving (moving) on a congested road the vehicle signaled \"Please start engine manually\" the gas pedal became unresponsive. Power steering, radio, A/C, all still worked, but I had to come to a complete stop to restart engine. The same thing has happened multiple times now…","quote_3_odi":"11723790","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway at 65 miles per hour, my Atlas shut itself off.  I had to put it into park and restart the ignition. It turned on after 2 attempts but just barely. It turned on and gave enough power to move forward very slowly but virtually no propulsion","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-evap-canister-stall","label":"EVAP carbon canister failure linked to engine stall","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753871","quote_1_text":"A subsequent inspection revealed that the evaporative emissions (EVAP) carbon canister is failing. The component failure allows unmetered fuel vapors or liquid fuel to flood the engine intake tract, rich-loading the engine and causing an immediate stall","quote_2_odi":"11713756","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that on the first day the vehicle was purchased, while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was…","quote_3_odi":"11713326","quote_3_text":"Volkswagen dealerships later identified the issue as related to a defective canister / EVAP system component. The same component has required multiple repairs, including a repeat failure after the initial repair. Volkswagen issued an extended warranty covering this defect.…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2023-pcv-oil-separator-failure","label":"PCV oil separator premature failure and oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":123,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11691958","quote_1_text":"The PCV valve (oil separator, part number 06Q103495F) has failed twice within 20,000 miles on my 2023 Volkswagen Atlas 2.0T. The first failure occurred around 50,000 miles and was repaired under warranty. The second failure happened around 70,000 miles, after warranty expiration","quote_2_odi":"11712919","quote_2_text":"The oil separator / PCV system on my 2023 Volkswagen Atlas failed prematurely, causing oil leakage and abnormal crankcase pressure. This resulted in oil escaping into the engine bay and related components. Failure of this system can lead to oil contacting hot engine surfaces…","quote_3_odi":"11664492","quote_3_text":"I stopped and checked the dash, infotainment display and VW app for what the problem was, the app showed no faults and all parameters had green checks. Only message on the dash was \"Start Stop Error\". Car ran fine and didn't seem to have any issue other than the auto start…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Brake grinding and squealing noise with pedal vibration","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11651295","quote_1_text":"When the Atlas is cold, there is a weird screeching/grinding sound coming from the drivers side front when I press the brakes while in motion. Car has 12 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"11648773","quote_2_text":"Grinding noise accompanied with vibration and pulsating feel in brake pedal. Fluid movement noises near driver footwell","quote_3_odi":"11701749","quote_3_text":"Strong steering-wheel shake and brake-pedal pulsation when braking from highway speeds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-engine-stall-overheat","label":"Engine stall, overheating, and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752042","quote_1_text":"The 2024 Volkswagen Atlas suddenly lost all power and acceleration while driving at approximately 45 mph with a child passenger. There were no warning lights, messages, or abnormal symptoms prior to the failure","quote_2_odi":"11627972","quote_2_text":"The vehicle started shaking while making metal grinding noises, which forced us to pull over and have the vehicle towed to the nearest dealership. We were told that the engine had metal parts that came loose in the engine compartment and that the engine now has to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11745113","quote_3_text":"While driving, the engine light comes on along with a flashing red error message that says error: drive system and then the engine starts overheating and I have to park the car and turn it off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-gear-engagement-failure","label":"Gear engagement failure and shifts into neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11696592","quote_1_text":"October 27th- As my husband was parking at work, the vehicle suddenly refused to shift into any gear—Park, Reverse, or Drive—and defaulted to Neutral","quote_2_odi":"11651068","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while at a stop sign and attempting to make a left turn, while depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond as needed; however, approximately five seconds later, the vehicle responded as intended","quote_3_odi":"11677185","quote_3_text":"The vehicle stopped moving/pulling (the engine was still running) and the vehicle put itself in Neutral. The wheels locked up","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout, pixelation, camera loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11757211","quote_1_text":"The center infotainment/display screen in this 2024 VW Atlas repeatedly goes black, freezes, and reboots itself while the vehicle is being driven, including at highway speed (about 43-55 mph)","quote_2_odi":"11620164","quote_2_text":"I have a 2024 VW Atlas and the infotainment screen sporadically goes pixelated and it is very hard to use the touchscreen controls. When this happens the rearview camera is also impossible to use as the screen is all scrambled","quote_3_odi":"11694325","quote_3_text":"Over the air software update causing the infotainment system to fail and shut down causing all the safety systems to not work","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-passenger-airbag-recall","label":"Passenger occupant detection failure and recall part delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11744658","quote_1_text":"The front passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) sensor wiring has failed in my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas. This failure has disabled the passenger airbag, significantly increasing the risk of injury in the event of a crash","quote_2_odi":"11615107","quote_2_text":"Passenger in front, light flashes on and off. Venice unable to be repaired at dealership. Dealership reporting they are recommending no front seat passenger in my vehicle. Repair unavailable since June 2024","quote_3_odi":"11639579","quote_3_text":"The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-tail-light-water-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion in exterior light assemblies","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11752999","quote_1_text":"The light strip / brake light on the tailgate has water inside and stopped working. Error message \"please check right tail light.\"","quote_2_odi":"11721813","quote_2_text":"The rear light bar/tail light assembly fills with water and causing turn signals and light bar to intermittently not work","quote_3_odi":"11693790","quote_3_text":"My 2024 Volkswagen Atlas SE began collecting visible moisture inside the rear tail light assembly less than 18 months after purchase. Over time, this led to intermittent lighting failure, sometimes the lights function, sometimes they don’t","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-unintended-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacles","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11575105","quote_1_text":"Driving on a straight road in the rain approximately 45-50 mph with no other cars in front. Automatic braking system went on 3 times within 200 yards. Very scary- could have been rear-ended or hydroplaned","quote_2_odi":"11636057","quote_2_text":"We were driving down the interstate with cruise control on. There were no other cars around us thank goodness but the car slammed on the brakes with no warning","quote_3_odi":"11622123","quote_3_text":"Vehicle has randomly applied emergency breaking with the Forward Collision Warning System activating when no vehicles, pedestrians, animals, or objects were present to initiate this safety feature","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking from minor or no impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":165,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11618572","quote_1_text":"Windshield cracked without a significant event occurring. Windshield appears to be weaker or defective","quote_2_odi":"11645863","quote_2_text":"The front windshield spontaneously vertically cracked across the center half an hour after the car was washed in the shade on a cool day. There were no rock chips which could have caused this","quote_3_odi":"11623973","quote_3_text":"Two weeks ago a small pebble hit my windshield. Immediately, the chip hit spread inches long. I was shocked that the chip spread immediately approximately 5 inches","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-infotainment-sensor-dropout","label":"Infotainment display and driver-assist sensor dropout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11694062","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the infotainment display unit was inoperable. During the failure, the back over prevention camera display was inoperable along with the front and rear window defrosters, and blind spot","quote_2_odi":"11721547","quote_2_text":"In December all of the cameras and front assist sensors stopped working. When I called to get into a Volkswagen dealer they first told me to get a car wash and that should solve it","quote_3_odi":"11668499","quote_3_text":"When driving on a road with lane markings after the vehicle has been sitting in direct sunlight for about an hour the Lane Keep Assist system will fail due to over temperature warning in the windshield camera module","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-loss-of-drive-transmission","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral and loss of drive engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755559","quote_1_text":"While driving my 2025 Volkswagen Atlas the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into neutral without any action from the driver. I was driving with my daughter when this occurred","quote_2_odi":"11751984","quote_2_text":"Our 2025 VW Altas had several engine lights come on at the same time after parking and would not shift out of neutral. Towed to the nearest VW for service and they stated it needed a transmission replacement. This vehicle had less than 16k miles","quote_3_odi":"11721428","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving in bumper-to-bumper traffic, the vehicle stalled. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated, and the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended while depressing the accelerator pedal","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic braking activation without a detected obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734697","quote_1_text":"Unknown cause and effect. Driving 25-30 MPH per the stated speed limit when suddenly the car braked, going from the estimated speed to 0 in the middle of the road nearly causing a rear end collision","quote_2_odi":"11693899","quote_2_text":"The car is in cruise control on the freeway, going 70-80mph and suddenly decelerates/brakes slam on, to slow down. The front collision will come on and the car will come to almost a complete stop when there is absolutely NOTHING in front of me","quote_3_odi":"11688942","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Atlas. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, the brakes independently engaged. The contact was unable to disengage the brakes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas","model_slug":"atlas","cluster_id":"atlas-2025-windshield-cold-weather-crack","label":"Windshield cracking in cold weather without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11713509","quote_1_text":"The windshield has a cracking and/or popping sound in cold temperatures. The car was 2 weeks old with less than 1709 miles on it in 12/2025","quote_2_odi":"11708913","quote_2_text":"This morning I noticed a five inch crack in my windshield. I have not hit anything or had road debris come up and hit the windshield. I live in Spokane WA where there is a lot of freeze and thaw","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-airbag-warning-light","label":"Airbag warning light excluded from recall coverage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11608131","quote_1_text":"There have been wide reports that 2020 atlas cross sports passenger airbag sensors malfunction. My vehicle has experienced this very problem. The airbag warning indicator came up on my dashboard indicating a problem","quote_2_odi":"11613024","quote_2_text":"Air bag light illuminated. VIN number not associated with current air bag recall even though it is exhibiting the very identical problem. Dealer will not acknowledge the recall since the VIN doesn’t show on the recall site","quote_3_odi":"11460027","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V152000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-carnet-sos-module","label":"Car-Net SOS module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11556585","quote_1_text":"The ControlNet module throws an error on the dash stating SOS Emergency error. The error cannot be cleared","quote_2_odi":"11570964","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that when the cellphone was connected to the cellphone port in the vehicle, the connection was inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11648002","quote_3_text":"About a year ago the light of the SOS appear in red and will not reset back to green. The SUV has a warning sign in the dash that does not go off: Error: emergency call function","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-door-harness-brake","label":"Door wiring harness fault causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11463110","quote_1_text":"2020 VW Atlas Cross Sport. While traveling down the highway (medium speed) the vehicle abruptly threw itself into Park, and E-braked. Thankfully escaped a collision but the outcome could have been much worse. My safety and safety of others was put at risk","quote_2_odi":"11454822","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has a defective driver door harness which causes the vehicle to think the door is open. When this happens the emergency brake engages and all the windows roll down","quote_3_odi":"11383956","quote_3_text":"WHEN DRIVING VEHICLE UPON COMING TO A COMPLETED STOP, VARIOUS FAULT MESSAGES ARE DISPLAYED 'ELECTRONIC BRAKE ERROR/DRIVER CONTACT SWITCH ERROR, START/STOP ERROR'","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-drl-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light premature failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11737656","quote_1_text":"Both day time running lights failed right after warranty expired. This repair requires over 2300$ repair because both entire headlights need to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11731274","quote_2_text":"Premature failure of left drivers side LED Daytime Running Light","quote_3_odi":"11623689","quote_3_text":"Daylight Running Lights (LED stripe) went out but in order to replace it, the whole headlight chassis need to be replaced because it’s embedded as part of the head light chassis instead of by replacing the LED running stripe alone","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-engine-stall-restart","label":"Engine stall requiring manual restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618215","quote_1_text":"At a stop or slow speed the vehicle stalls. Acted like the start stop feature was engaging. Stalling out crossing lanes of traffic you have to out it in park and restart","quote_2_odi":"11534606","quote_2_text":"While driving at approximately 10-15mph the engine shut off and was forced to come to a stop and restart the engine. The error read \"Engine start/stop error, manually restart engine.\"","quote_3_odi":"11550954","quote_3_text":"The vehicle randomly turns off and a message appears that states manually start the vehicle. It’s not the ECO start and stop system. I researched the Atlas online forum and this is a noted problem","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-gps-navigation","label":"GPS and navigation location inaccuracy","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11577730","quote_1_text":"The GPS system will not work in the vehicle that includes the built in GPS navigation, Apple Maps, Google Maps and WAZE GPS. This is a major safety issue because you cannot drive safely and look at maps","quote_2_odi":"11579757","quote_2_text":"When driving the car the GPS looses its location making it impossible to proceed to a planned destination. It causes you to try to fix the issue while driving and locating a place to pull off the road","quote_3_odi":"11585542","quote_3_text":"I having issues the the CarPlay gps. Only happens with my BW cross sport. The gps 20% of the time will not know where it is. It drifts off from where it is suppose to be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-hood-latch-cable","label":"Hood latch release cable failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11691685","quote_1_text":"2020 Atlas Cross Sport- hood release cable snapped- known issue. Many complaints online. Needs a recall! Dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11630017","quote_2_text":"August of 2023 the vehicle was taken to Charles Maund VW in Austin Texas due to the hood latch disconnecting/breaking under the hood. November of 2024, just outside the 1 yr warranty period, the hood latch again had become disconnected/broken under the hood","quote_3_odi":"11718465","quote_3_text":"February 2025, just outside the warranty period, the hood latch had become disconnected/broken under the hood. There is a point where the two piece cable is joined under the hood and the cable breaks at this point","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2020-steering-rack-noise","label":"Steering rack noise requiring replacement","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":102,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11366143","quote_1_text":"PERSISTENT NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT, LOUD CLICKING MORE SO WHEN VEHICLE IS STOPPED. VIDEO EVIDENCE PRESENTED TO DEALER AFTER IT HAD BEEN IN TO THE SHOP ONCE BEFORE AND IT WAS DETERMINED FAULTY STEERING RACK,","quote_2_odi":"11430536","quote_2_text":"For the second time since purchase 6/2020 we are taking the car in for suspected steering rack issues. We have already had the steering rack replaced, we have clunking/clicking when turning when we turn the wheel to the left","quote_3_odi":"11403708","quote_3_text":"THE INSPECTION MAY NOT HAVE BEEN DONE CORRECTLY AND IF THE PART BREAKS IT RESULTS IN A LOSS OF STEERING AND A TRAGIC ENDING FOR THE CAR AND DRIVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-airbag-pods-delay","label":"Airbag non-deployment and PODS recall delays","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11485487","quote_1_text":"The passenger airbags did not deploy during a crash . A suv vehicle hit my vehicle on the side and caused over $7000, in damage","quote_2_odi":"11646156","quote_2_text":"I received notification via carfax, VW app, AND by mail about the passenger air bag faulty PODS system recall in September 2024. I was told by my local dealership there was no active fix for the issue at the time","quote_3_odi":"11623744","quote_3_text":"My car was purchased on Sept 5th, only to be told there was a recall and could not legally be released to me. Its been months and still no answers","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-brake-grinding-noise","label":"Brake grinding and squealing noise diagnosed as normal","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11679171","quote_1_text":"I own a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport with approximately 34,000 miles, purchased as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. The brakes make an extremely loud, metal-on-metal screeching noise when driving slowly, reversing or driving on hills","quote_2_odi":"11493206","quote_2_text":"1) Brakes grinding and squealing 2) Known defects in the 2021 brakes could reduce potential stopping distance for affected vehicles","quote_3_odi":"11733702","quote_3_text":"Over course of ownership, I have taken 2021 Atlas Cross Sport in for routine service, to include grinding brakes during normal driving conditions. The brakes will squeak when first beginning the drive for the day","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-door-harness-fault","label":"Door wiring harness fault causing parking brake engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11457202","quote_1_text":"Car started engaging emergency brake while driving. Started off in park and progressed. Windows would roll down and lights would come on. Took in to VW. They said door harness needs replaced. No ETA for part","quote_2_odi":"11439471","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and diagnosed with the driver control module failure","quote_3_odi":"11466202","quote_3_text":"While driving at approx. 65 mph in heavy rain the rear passenger window suddenly went down and smoke came from the door and at same time all electrical systems went out","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-drl-failure","label":"Daytime running light failure needing headlight replacement","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11746801","quote_1_text":"The daylight LED lights have gone out. There is no replacement aside from replacing the whole headlight. LED’s shouldn’t go out and the cost of the replacement is high","quote_2_odi":"11738630","quote_2_text":"At 76000 miles, the daytime running light on the passenger side went out. I took the vehicle into the dealership for repair and I was told that because there is an internal open circuit, the entire headlight assembly will need to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11704740","quote_3_text":"The passenger day time running light quit working randomly. This also is part of the lamp that provides cornering light. Without this, it decreases visibility early morning or evening driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-engine-stall","label":"Unexpected engine stall or shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11593663","quote_1_text":"My Wife has been driving our kids in our certified Preowned Atlas and this is the 3rd time she has stated then when slowing down or coming to a complete stop the vehicle shuts off completely and it's not due to the auto stop feature we have it switched off whenever we drive","quote_2_odi":"11560028","quote_2_text":"-The engine shut off while I was driving the vehicle and gave me a message to please start the engine manually by putting the car in park. This happened 6 times in 2 days including twice in traffic on the highway","quote_3_odi":"11627349","quote_3_text":"Car shut off randomly when driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2021-phantom-aeb","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":162,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11469307","quote_1_text":"My Atlas Crossport without warning or any vehicle in front of me engaged emergency braking and the forward collision warning lights and alarms came on. I was traveling roughly 40mph and the vehicle suddenly slowed to just below 10mph before I was able to continue driving","quote_2_odi":"11538401","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake warning light illuminated, and the vehicle unintendedly came to a stop. The contact stated that the failure had occurred twice","quote_3_odi":"11743802","quote_3_text":"The vehicle has ghost braking issues and on top of all the screens go black periodically for no reason at all(they aren’t being touched)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-airbag-recall-no-parts","label":"Air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-04 -> 2025-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636330","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V464000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed.","quote_2_odi":"11614287","quote_2_text":"There is a recall on my airbags in my vehicle. Volkswagen dealership states they do not have the remedy to this issue currently and do not know when it will be available. They also would not offer a rental car for the safety risk.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-auto-emergency-brake-false","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-11 -> 2026-01","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11523728","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway, when out of nowhere, the emergency brake assist was activated, causing the car to brake out of nowhere and almost causing a multi-vehicle collision. It was during rush hour, so luckily, due to traffic, I was only driving between 20-30mph.","quote_2_odi":"11479926","quote_2_text":"While driving less than 30 mph in slow traffic the automatic braking system engaged itself which caused me to almost get hit. Another time, I was in slow traffic less than 20mph both sides of the street were filled with cars driving and my automatic brake began to light up...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-brake-grinding-low-speed","label":"Brake grinding and squealing at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-12 -> 2025-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11682475","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, there was an abnormal metal on metal grinding sound coming from the brakes. The contact stated that the failure was a recurring failure while slowing for traffic...","quote_2_odi":"11505132","quote_2_text":"The brakes make a grinding and squeaking sound after every start up and continues either for many miles or doesn't go away at all. It is a safety issue because the brakes sound horrible and this is not a normal occurrence for a new car...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-connecting-rod-bearing","label":"Engine connecting rod bearing failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11494515","quote_1_text":"Connecting rod bearing caused the engine fail. The Vehicle is currently in the Dealer's service shop. I was driving in a very busy highway with my wife when suddenly a lot of smog start coming out of under the hood and the vehicle suddenly stopped in the middle of the highway.","quote_2_odi":"11456816","quote_2_text":"5 days after purchasing the brand new vehicle I was driving on the highway and felt and heard a clunking sound. Shortly after the check engine light and EPC light came on. Then as I was driving (55mph) I lost all power. The dash was telling me to restart my engine manually...","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-door-harness-electrical","label":"Door harness electrical faults with parking brake engaging","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-12 -> 2023-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11462998","quote_1_text":"Since purchasing this car, i have had problems with the parking brake automatically turning on when driving and at every stop; the car doors in the front do not lock/unlock; causing a concern for emergency with two kids in the car. The sunroof malfunctions along with the windows...","quote_2_odi":"11452125","quote_2_text":"Lease 10/29/2021. Remote start never worked. Diagnosed as faulty fuel pump. Replaced. Two days later remote start stopped working and check engine light came on. VW service advised vehicle safe to drive. Days later broke down due to no fuel.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-drl-led-headlight-failure","label":"Daytime running light and LED headlight failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 -> 2026-04","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11730802","quote_1_text":"The daytime running light on the passenger side is out. The entire headlight assembly and bumper have to be removed to repair this. It will cost 1400 to repair. This is a safety issue and should be covered by Volkswagen.","quote_2_odi":"11694246","quote_2_text":"The front light led bulbs died. First it was the driver side at 53k miles, now the passenger side. The car has less than 55k miles. The price for the repair is outrageous. $2,000 for just ONE led bulb change.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2022-engine-stall-restart","label":"Engine shutoff with restart-manually message","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2022-06 -> 2026-02","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-08","quote_1_odi":"11636011","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has an issue where the engine stalls when operating a slow speeds/a stop. When the engine stalls, a message appears on the dashboard stating that you must put the car in park, turn off the ignition, restart the car, and then put it back into drive.","quote_2_odi":"11589258","quote_2_text":"The engine has shut off on multiple occasions since we bought it in 2022. It appears to shut off at traffic lights and we are given the indicator message to start car manually. Typically when this happens we have to put the car in park and restart the engine.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-brake-noise-grinding","label":"Brake grinding, squealing, and shaking during application","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11746157","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the brakes made abnormally loud squeaking and grinding sounds. The failure persisted, and the vehicle hesitated while responding with the brake pedal depressed while driving, causing the braking distance to be extended.","quote_2_odi":"11707163","quote_2_text":"The brakes are loud, grinding, and sounds like water sloshing around. Upon research, VW knows this issues since their 22 model and has yet to address it but rather keeps using bad material brakes. The braking results in shaking when breaking especially in the colder months.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-infotainment-reboot-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen reboot, blackout, and safety feature loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-10","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11721693","quote_1_text":"This vehicle, since January of 2025, has a screen that flickers and shuts off entirely multiple times per day. Sometimes, it is severe enough that the entire computer system shuts down and none of the safety features are available, such as collision warning, automatic braking, etc.…","quote_2_odi":"11636753","quote_2_text":"The display unit continuously reboots or shuts down. When it does this, warnings go off stating safety features are all disabled and not available. This is very dangerous and they dealership says there is no fix. The monitor/display reboots every continuously through the drive…","quote_3_odi":"11662482","quote_3_text":"Rear view camera visibility failure from Infotainment system reboots. Car undergoes frequent infotainment center reboots, which causes a loss of rearview camera video feed and loss of several assistance systems, such as the rear pedestrian cross walk warning system…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-powertrain-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion and transmission error at speed","component_code":"ENGINE, POWER TRAIN, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11756349","quote_1_text":"On two consecutive occasions, my 2024 Volkswagen Atlas Cross Sport suddenly lost almost all ability to accelerate after highway driving. Both times, after exiting the highway and stopping at a traffic light, pressing the accelerator would only allow the vehicle to travel a few miles per hour…","quote_2_odi":"11711225","quote_2_text":"While driving approximately 75 mph on an interstate highway, the engine suddenly shut off without warning. There were no warning lights or messages prior to the failure. Power was lost while the vehicle was still moving at highway speed.","quote_3_odi":"11712815","quote_3_text":"When the vehicle was shifted from park to drive, the vehicle went neutral and began to roll back. Immediately there was a transmission error and warning light illumination. The vehicle was put in park and a shift to drive was attempted again. The car again rolled backwards.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-crosssport-2024-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking with minimal or no impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":90,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11578315","quote_1_text":"Windsheld cracks instantly, every time a small pebble hits it. Saw that the older models that this problem also. I have owned atleast 8 cars and this is only vehicle that's Windsheld cracks everything a small pebble hits it on highway.","quote_2_odi":"11693756","quote_2_text":"My windshield developed a crack across the windshield without any impact, no rock chip, debris, or collision. The vehicle was fine when I pulled it into the garage and the next morning, the crack appeared and has continued to expanded. This appears to be a spontaneous failure.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-infotainment-freeze","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11757374","quote_1_text":"Unable to change radio or temperature. Can not see when I go in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11742508","quote_2_text":"The infotainment screen repeatedly froze, became unresponsive, or turned black/blue while operating the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11693707","quote_3_text":"Car’s maneuver assistance light flashes as malfunctioning, then the car’s infotainment system turns off and on repeatedly until the screen is just black","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-phantom-braking","label":"Phantom braking from adaptive cruise control","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11761026","quote_1_text":"The system mistakenly determined that the vehicle was on the lower roadway, causing the brakes to apply erroneously","quote_2_odi":"11746872","quote_2_text":"When using adaptive cruise/lane keeping feature the vehicle when passing over another roadway will erroneously \"see\" a sharp curve and suddenly and unexpectedly apply significant braking force to slow the vehicle down and try to turn the car to the phantom curve","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-sudden-power-loss","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11761050","quote_1_text":"The sudden loss of vehicle operation created a serious risk of a collision and placed me and other motorists in danger","quote_2_odi":"11688536","quote_2_text":"I was traveling on the interstate when the vehicle lost power and different warning lights came on dash","quote_3_odi":"11682866","quote_3_text":"This happens most if not every day, generally during the first mile or two of my trip, but has also happened several miles into a trip","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Atlas Cross Sport","model_slug":"atlas-cross-sport","cluster_id":"atlas-cross-sport-2025-transmission-lockup","label":"Transmission failure to shift into gear","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":20,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-16","quote_1_odi":"11710972","quote_1_text":"While driving at approximately 50 MPH on a main road, the contact received a message indicating that the transmission was in emergency mode","quote_2_odi":"11729998","quote_2_text":"When traffic started to roll forward, I moved my foot to apply the gas but the car shifted itself to Park","quote_3_odi":"11694507","quote_3_text":"When this happens, the vehicle locks up and will not move","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/atlas-cross-sport","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-brake-light-response","label":"Brake light and brake response malfunction","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11075356","quote_1_text":"WATER LEAK INTO REAR HATCH; THIRD BRAKE LIGHT PREMATURE PLASTIC PART FAILURE AT 75,016 MILES. THIS IS SAFETY ISSUE DUE TO THE RISK OF ACCIDENT OR WATER/ELECTRICAL FIRE","quote_2_odi":"11023771","quote_2_text":"WHEN I BRAKE, THE BRAKE LIGHTS DOES NOT COME ONE SOMETIME AND COMES ON SOMETIMES. I'VE HAD SEVERAL COMPLAINTS, PEOPLE FOLLOWING BEHIND ME AND CURSE AT ME FOR MY LIGHTS NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10689580","quote_3_text":"AT 7AM ON A 5 DEGREE ABOVE ZERO MORNING, MY VW PULLED OUT OF MY PARKING SPACE FINE, I DROVE ONE BLOCK, FINE, AT THE SECOND BLOCK'S STOP SIGN, MY BRAKES DID NOT RESPOND. FOR THE REMAINDER OF MY COMMUTE TO AND FROM WORK I HAD TO DRIVE VERY SLOWLY, BRAKE VERY HARD FOR THE CAR TO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak at metal casting seam","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10790654","quote_1_text":"FEBRUARY 2015 MY FUEL TANK BEGAN LEAKING FROM A PRESSED RIDGE AREA OF THE TANK, NOT IN A SEAM, NOT IN A GASKET. TANK REPLACED. SIX MONTHS LATER SECOND FUEL TANK LEAKING IN SAME AREA. APPEARS TO BE A PRODUCTION AND MANUFACTURING DEFECT RELATED TO A WEAK AREA OF THE METAL. FUEL","quote_2_odi":"10724868","quote_2_text":"FUEL TANK FAILURE WITH METAL CASTING OF THE TANK CAUSING THE ESCAPE OF EXPLOSIVE FUEL VAPORS AND VEHICLE STALLING. BOTH VW OF AMERICA AND THE SERVICING DEALERSHIP HENDRICK VW OF LEWISVILLE TEXAS WOULD NOT ACCEPT RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE MANUFACTURING DEFECT. THE SERVICE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"10790655","quote_3_text":"REPORTING AS OF INITIAL COMPLAINT NUMBER 10790654. WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT NHTSA REALIZES THERE ARE TWO GAS TANK LEAKS FOR THE 2010 VW BEETLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight bulb and housing failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10894722","quote_1_text":"HEAD LIGHT HOUSING ON BOTH SIDES HAVE BEEN REPLACED TWICE NOT TO MENTION HOW MANY BULBS HAVE BEEN REPLACED ON BOTH SIDE. OCCASIONALLY, IF A BULB GOES OUT THEN ALL LIGHTING SYSTEMS FAIL EVEN IF YOU ARE DRIVING!","quote_2_odi":"11251898","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHT ON MY 2010 NEW BEETLE WENT OUT. IT STARTED TO DIM WHILE MY SON WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE TO WORK TONIGHT AND THEN WENT COMPLETELY OUT WHILE HE WAS PARKED IN THE PARKING LOT AT WORK. HE CALLED AND WAS TELLING ME THAT THE LEFT HEADLIGHT WAS DIM AND DID NOT LOOK BRIGHT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-ignition-steering-lock","label":"Ignition switch and steering wheel lock sticking","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2011-08 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11458021","quote_1_text":"My car only has 43K miles, I had issues when it was 10K miles, where the key will not turn to start the engine, it gets stuck, and sometimes it gets stuck with the steering wheel. The issue was reproducible when I brought it in to the VW dealership near me. The service rep told","quote_2_odi":"10937096","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS ABLE TO FULLY ROTATE UPON TURNING THE VEHICLE ON AND WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. THE DEALER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO INDICATED THAT THE","quote_3_odi":"10689585","quote_3_text":"NOTICED A SIMILAR COMPLAINT AND WANTED TO ADD THAT SINCE OWNING THE 2010 VW BEETLE, WHEN THE TEMPERATURE GETS VERY WARM, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK FEATURE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO DISENGAGE, CAUSING THE IGNITION KEY SWITCH TO REMAIN LOCKED. I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH THIS FOR 4 YEARS AS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to roll up or down","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10347125","quote_1_text":"2003 NEW VW BEETLE. WAS ROLLING UP THE REAR WINDOW AND IT STOPPED WORKING AND WILL NOT ROLL UP ANY MORE. WINDOW WAS NOT IN A BIND NOTHING WAS IN THE WAY OF IT, AFTER IT BROKE I WENT ON LINE AND SEE THAT THIS IS A COMMON OCCURRENCE. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10357313","quote_2_text":"THE BACK PASSENGER'S SIDE WINDOW STUCK IN THE 1/2 DOWN/UP POSITION. WHEN WE TRIED TO LOWER IT WITH POWER WINDOW MECHANISM, IT CRUSHED UPON ITSELF. DURING ITS REPLACEMENT FOR $880, OUR VW TECHNOLOGY, INC. SERVICEMAN OFFERED THAT ALL CONVERTIBLE BEETLE VOLKSWAGEN HAVE THIS","quote_3_odi":"10616482","quote_3_text":"WINDOW HAD BEEN STICKING GOING BACK UP, THEN COMPLETELY FAILED AND FELL DOWN WHILE DRIVING. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2010-transmission-stall-hesitation","label":"Transmission hesitation and stall on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-02 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11257013","quote_1_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO TRANSMISSION FAILURE. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE FAILED SLOWED DOWN TO ABOUT 10 MPH AND WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. THE TRANSMISSION NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED AND OFFERED TO ASSIST","quote_2_odi":"11254239","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP, THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE AND STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE TRANSMISSION MIGHT NEED TO BE REPROGRAMMED; HOWEVER, THE CAUSE OF THE","quote_3_odi":"10446288","quote_3_text":"CAR WAS SERVICED AT AUDI OF HUNTSVILLE ON 7/11/11. NEW INJEC PUMP, TOOTH BELT, TENSIONER, WATER PUMP, COOLANT AD, ADDITIVE, 3 ROLLERS, RIBBEDBELT AND FUELFILTER INSTALLED. REMOVED TIMING COVERS. REMOVED INTAKE PIPING AN THE TENSIONER, WATER PUMP AND BELT. REINSTALLED REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-airbag-non-deployment","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11155981","quote_1_text":"ON NOVEMBER 2, 2018, WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 20 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKE PEDAL, BUT REAR ENDED THE OTHER VEHICLE. NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED","quote_2_odi":"11054966","quote_2_text":"WHILE PARKED, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS REAR ENDED BY ANOTHER VEHICLE TRAVELING 15 MPH. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE NECK AND BACK THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","quote_3_odi":"10913755","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES WHERE THE AIR BAG SENSOR WAS REPAIRED; HOWEVER, EVERY FEW THOUSAND MILES, THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-engine-stalling","label":"Engine stalling and failure to start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10883378","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE DIES WHILE DRIVING. HAS HAPPENED ON COUNTLESS OCCASIONS WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT, TURNING, STOPPED AT LIGHT, ETC. NO WARNING. ENGINE COMPLETELY SHUTS OFF","quote_2_odi":"10884570","quote_2_text":"ON ANOTHER OCCASION, WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START THE VEHICLE, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE EXHAUST CAMSHAFT FRACTURED AND CAUSED A BLOCKAGE OF THE EXHAUST FUEL LEAVING THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-power-window-failure","label":"Power window failure to open or close","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2012-06 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10467808","quote_1_text":"DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS REQUIRE MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS TO CLOSE COMPLETELY. SEVERAL PROBLEMS EXIST---FIRST IS THAT AS THE WINDOWS ARE RAISED, THEY TRAVEL UPWARDS, STOP, THEN RETRACT SEVERAL INCHES","quote_2_odi":"10473856","quote_2_text":"MY DRIVER'S WINDOW WON'T GO ALL THE WAY UP AFTER PARKING. IT IS SUPPOSED TO LOWER JUST A HAIR WHEN OPENED AND CLOSE AGAIN ONCE THE DOOR IS SHUT. THIS LETS RAIN IN","quote_3_odi":"10463382","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE WINDOW WOULD NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY. AS A RESULT, WATER WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE WHEN IT RAINED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-steering-system-failure","label":"Steering system noise and failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11350776","quote_1_text":"WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION THE STEERING LOCKED UP, PREVENTING ANY KIND OF TURNING OF THE STEERING WHEEL, CAUSING A CATOSROPHIC CRASH INJURING THE DRIVER ON A CITY STREET","quote_2_odi":"10840219","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL MADE AN ABNORMAL NOISE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE POWER STEERING RACK NEEDED TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"10532044","quote_3_text":"THERE IS A HIGH PITCH WHISTLING NOISE IN THE STEERING SYSTEM. IT IS PRESENT WHEN THE VEHICLE IS SITTING STILL AND WHILE THE VEHICLE IS TRAVELING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11430152","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 20V785000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","quote_2_odi":"11407487","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT'S DAUGHTER OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V785000 (AIR BAGS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"11433397","quote_3_text":"I received a recall notification dated Dec. 16, 2020 for my 2012 Volkswagen Beetle. The notification was for a replacement of the driver's side airbag which could explode due to high temperature or humidity","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2012-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10568312","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, GOING ABOUT 60MPH, WHEN I NOTICED A SLIGHT, HIGH PITCHED RATTLE. A COUPLE OF MINUTES LATER, WHILE STILL ON THE HIGHWAY, I NOTICED A CRACK IN THE WINDSHIELD RIGHT IN THE CENTER OF THE VEHICLE JUST BEHIND THE REARVIEW MIRROR","quote_2_odi":"10515161","quote_2_text":"MY WINDSHIELD CRACKED ON ITS OWN WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT A RATE OF 60MPH. THERE WERE NO CHIPS OR SPLITS FROM ROCKS","quote_3_odi":"10458213","quote_3_text":"I NOTICED A SET OF CRACKS NEAR THE TOP OF MY WINDSHIELD, APPROXIMATELY AT THE POINT WHERE THE REAR VIEW MIRROR ATTACHES AND EXTENDING UP TO THE ROOF LINE EDGE. THE CRACKS WERE APPROXIMATELY 6\" - 8\" IN LENGTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall or power loss while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11669434","quote_1_text":"My car will randomly die after sitting at a light or pulling onto the highway or just pulling out of my garage. The car starts up and sounds fine, when I put it in reverse to pull out of the garage, it will die while moving backwards. Sitting at a red light, the car if running","quote_2_odi":"11073439","quote_2_text":"INCIDENT 1 SEVERAL MONTHS AGO, I PULLED UP TO A STOP LIGHT. AS THE VEHICLE NEARED A COMPLETE STOP, THE ENGINE STALLED. I WAS UNABLE TO RE-START THE VEHICLE FOR 20 MINUTES. (THE ENGINE WOULD CRANK BUT NEVER START.) INCIDENTS 2 THROUGH 4 THERE WERE PROBLEMS WITH THE VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"11331259","quote_3_text":"WHEN DECELERATING ALL POWER SHUTS OFF. THIS HAS HAPPENED ON AN OFF RAMP (7-5-19), GOING TO START TO GO THOUGH A GREEN LIGHT (7-15-19), WHILE DRIVING IN MY SUBDIVISION (7-16-19)AND TODAY (6-27-20) ON A BUSY HIGHWAY AND NOW WILL NOT STAY OPERATIONAL IN THE DRIVEWAY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-key-stuck-ignition-steering-lock","label":"Key stuck in ignition or steering lock mechanism","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11673968","quote_1_text":"Key is getting stuck in the vechile. Wont let me shut the vechile off and took it to the vechile and the said it was the steering lock mechanism","quote_2_odi":"11109960","quote_2_text":"VW BEETLE (2013) WOULD NOT TURN OFF AS THE KEY WAS STUCK IN IGNITION WHILE THE CAR WAS RUNNING! STOPPED AT GAS STATION TO FILL UP AND WHEN I TRIED TO REMOVE KEY, WOULD NOT COME OUT. HAD EXPERIENCE PROBLEM THE DAY BEFORE BUT THOUGHT USING A DIFFERENT KEY WOULD HELP BUT IT","quote_3_odi":"11253087","quote_3_text":"AROUND 7/8/19 MY KEY STARTED GETTING STUCK IN THE ON POSITION CAR RUNNING. I TO BE AFTER READING COMPLAINTS AND SEEN THERE WAS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY ON THE STEERING LOCK SO THEY FIXED THAT NO PROBLEM. WHEN I GOT THE CAR BACK THE KEY WAS ALREADY IN IGNITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair delayed by part shortage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11697116","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 20V785000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the","quote_2_odi":"11652579","quote_2_text":"I’m filing this complaint regarding the Takata airbag recall on my 2013 Volkswagen Beetle. I took my vehicle to the dealership, but they informed me that the replacement part is on national backorder with no clear timeframe for availability. I called Volkswagen Customer CARE on","quote_3_odi":"11405234","quote_3_text":"A RECALL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED FOR AN ISSUE ON THE FRONTAL AIRBAGS, WHICH MAY RESULT IN AN EXPLOSION SENDING METAL FRAGMENTS INTO THE DRIVER AND PASSENGERS, RESULTING IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. WHILE THE REMEDY HAS BEEN DESCRIBED AS A REPLACEMENT OF THE AIRBAGS, VOLKSWAGEN HAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2013-tire-tread-blowout","label":"Tire tread separation or blowout","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":98,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11432429","quote_1_text":"Continental passenger rear tire (215/60 R 16) blew out while I was driving on the freeway. There was a swerve then a pound rumbling noise. It was very dangerous. I was put at severe risk because it blew out on the freeway. There were no warning lamp last prior to this incident","quote_2_odi":"10640417","quote_2_text":"I HAD TWO BLOWOUTS IN BACK TO BACK WEEKS IN APRIL 2014 AND THOUGHT IT WAS BAD LUCK. THE TIRES WERE CONTINENTAL CONTIPRO AND HAD LESS THAN 20K MILES. I REPLACED 2 EACH TIME SINCE THE CAR IS FWD. THEY CAME ON MY 2013 BEETLE TDI","quote_3_odi":"10713260","quote_3_text":"HANKOOK FRONT TIRES WORE OUT AT 10,000 MILES. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-abs-brake-warning-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with brake warning lights","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11629147","quote_1_text":"This complaint involves the failure of the ABS Control Module. Upon starting the car, audible warnings as well as dash warning lights indicate urgent brake failure, ABS failure, Airbag failure and stability control failure","quote_2_odi":"11622558","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible. The contact stated that after his wife had driven the vehicle, upon restarting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the traction control and ABS warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"10691922","quote_3_text":"STOPPED AT RED LIGHT LOSE BRAKE PRESSURE ON '14 BEETLE TDI. BRAKE PEDAL POPPING TO TOP AND CAN NOT DEPRESS, CAR STARTS ROLLING. HAPPENED 3 TIMES CALLED FOR SERVICE. WILL SEE WHAT OUTCOME BRINGS. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11494070","quote_1_text":"Beginning in June 2021 and thereafter, my husband and I received notifications from Volkswagen of America of a life-threatening urgent airbag safety recall for our 2014 Volkswagen Beetle Convertible - our only vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11424033","quote_2_text":"Takata recall. The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number 20V785000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable","quote_3_odi":"11398205","quote_3_text":"THIS RECALL HAS NOT BEEN FIXED FOR OVER TWO MONTHS NOW -- 60 DAYS. THAT IS NUTS. PLEASE UPDATE THE RECALL FIX ASAP BECAUSE OTHERWISE I AM PREVENTED FROM USING MY CAR FOR WORK. THANK YOU","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, cruise","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10598462","quote_1_text":"CLOCKSPRING IN STEERING BROKE CAUSING FAILURE OF ABS, AIRBAG, ESC AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM.CAR WAS BRAND NEW WITH 259 MILES. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10598464","quote_2_text":"CLOCKSPRING BROKE FOR THE SECOND TIME CAUSING FAILURE OF ABS, AIRBAG, ESC AND TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM. SECOND FAILURE OF THE SAME PART IN 3 WEEKS. VOLKSWAGEN IS UNRESPONSIVE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"11171167","quote_3_text":"2014 VW 'CLOCK SPRING' FAILURE AFFECTING THE DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG, HORN, AND CRUISE CONTROL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-ignition-key-lockup","label":"Ignition switch key will not turn or release","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11130265","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH AND REMAINED IN THE ON POSITION","quote_2_odi":"11242436","quote_2_text":"WHILE STATIONARY, IGNITION SWITCH SOMETIMES DOES NOT TURN ON OR OFF. MANY TIMES I SPEND 20 TO 30 MINUTES TRYING TO START MY CAR. ON OCCASION , I CANNOT TURN THE CAR OFF OR REMOVE THE KEY AFTER TURNING THE CAR OFF","quote_3_odi":"10631331","quote_3_text":"THE NEW 2014 BEETLE I PURCHASED AT HERITAGE VOLKSWAGEN OF REISTERSTOWN, MARYLAND HAS LEFT ME STRANDED 3 TIMES SINCE I BROUGHT IT HOME. THE FIRST TIME WAS IN FRONT OF MY HOUSE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-roof-windshield-cracking","label":"Roof and windshield glass cracking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11660098","quote_1_text":"Roof has cracked from sunroof to the pillar in multiple locations it is avaliable for inspection","quote_2_odi":"10887984","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF CRACK AFTER 2 TIMES CHANGE, VERY UNSAFE CONDITION. WHEN RAIN FRONT LIGHT THE GET FULL OF WATER AND THEY STOP WORKING, VERY UNSAFE DRIVING AT NIGHT TIME","quote_3_odi":"10885395","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD CRACKED SPONTANEOUSLY OVERNIGHT. WAS FINE THE NIGHT BEFORE, NOTICED A LONG CRACK THAT STARTED HORIZONTALLY ON THE EDGE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD AND THEN CURVED UP VERTICALLY THE NEXT MORNING WHEN I PULLED THE CAR OUT OF THE GARAGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2014-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain failure and internal oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":54,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11543291","quote_1_text":"The timing chain on my 2014 r-line Turbo Volkswagen Beetle with only 45,000 miles failed and subsequently destroyed the engine","quote_2_odi":"11352249","quote_2_text":"YES ON MY 2014 BEETLE R ONE MORNING I WAS HEADING OUT TO LEAVE FROM WORK WHEN, I HEARD A NOISE FROM THE ENGINE , AND I THOUGHT IT WAS THE AIR CONDITION, BUT IT WAS THE ENGINE IT STARTED THEN AFTER THAT AND THEN I TURNED IT OFF, SO I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO TELL","quote_3_odi":"11462123","quote_3_text":"WHEN I TRY TO ACCELERATE THE CAR RATTLES AND WILL NOT GO. I WAS TOLD MY 2014 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE'S ENGINE WAS BURNING OIL INTERNALLY SO THEY TOLD ME I NEEDED AN OIL SPLICER/SEPERATOR I DID THAT AND IT DID NOT HELP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":50,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11543687","quote_1_text":"The driver's side air bag inflator may explode causing sharp metal fragments to strike driver and passengers which may cause death. This has been a known issue since January 2023. To date there is no known repair available? This is unacceptable.","quote_2_odi":"11667563","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (AIR BAGS); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-backup-camera-image-dark","label":"Backup camera image too dark to see","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"10818904","quote_1_text":"THE REAR VIEW CAMERA IS ALMOST COMPLETELY DARK WHEN REVERSING, MAKING IS ALMOST USELESS IN SEEING AND AVOIDING ANYTHING BEHIND YOU. VW DEALER REFUSES TO REPLACE, SAYING THAT'S HOW IT IS SUPPOSED TO BE. A BAD SAFETY FLAW.","quote_2_odi":"10743420","quote_2_text":"THE BACKUP CAMERA ON MY 2015 BEETLE IS USELESS MOST OF THE TIME. THE IMAGE IS VERY DARK. I COMPLAINED TO THE DEALER AND THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO. PLEASE LET ME KNOW IF YOU HAVE A SOLUTION TO THIS SAFETY PROBLEM,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-camshaft-timing-engine-recall","label":"Camshaft timing failure and engine cooling recall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11531943","quote_1_text":"Component or System Failure: The specific component that failed or malfunctioned in my 2015 VW Beetle 1.8T Classic PZEV is the timing belt, which caused bent valves resulting in the engine seizing up, rendering it inoperable. It is available for inspection upon request. Safety…","quote_2_odi":"10851989","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN HAS DEFECTS VIE CAMSHAFT SO WHICH THEY KNOW OF AND HAVE A RECALL FOR BUT THEY ARE NOT FIXING THE PROBLEM. THEIR ONLY CONCERN IS TO MOVE THE FAILURE OUT OF WARRANTY SO THEIR CUSTOMERS GET STUCK WITH THE BILL. IT IS AFAILURE WHICH IS DIRECTLY RELATED TO SAFETY OF THE…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2015-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck, unable to power off vehicle","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":99,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11679565","quote_1_text":"unable to turn off car. Ignition switch is locked and key is unmovable.","quote_2_odi":"11111652","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE IGNITION SWITCH THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION AND CAN NOT TAKE THE KEY OUT BECAUSE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH GOING BAD. A LOT OF PEOPLE HAVE FILED A COMPLAINT AND THIS SEEMS TO BE A MANUFACTURER DEFECT. THIS HAPPENED TO ME WHEN I WAS PARKED OUTSIDE A GROCERY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-abs-warning-light-faults","label":"ABS and warning light system faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11746396","quote_1_text":"ABS module is defective. This results in numerous warning lights, including abs, traction control, airbags, tire pressure warning, check engine light, epc light, and speed control usability. I have no working abs, seat belt, or traction control, which is a safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11266507","quote_2_text":"STARTED THE CAR AND HAD WORMING LIGHTS ON. IT DID IT BEFORE A COUPLE DAYS AGO BUT WENT OUT. THIS TIME THE LIGHTS WON'T GO OFF AND WON'T GO OVER 20 MPH. THE ABS LIGHT,STABILITY LIGHT AND AIR BAG LIGHTS AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHT ARE ON","quote_3_odi":"10945761","quote_3_text":"THE DEALERSHIP STATES THE RIGHT FRONT ABS HARNESS CAME OFF FIRST AND RUBBED THROUGH CAUSING A BUNCH OF ELECTRICAL PROBLEMS. THEY STATES THE ABS HARNESS CAME OFF BECAUSE THE HARNESS BRACKET WAS BENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11548958","quote_1_text":"The driver's side air bag inflator may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling resulting in serious injury or death","quote_2_odi":"11531712","quote_2_text":"Airbag recall program instituted January 2023. Vehicle is still not repaired by Volkswagen; awaiting go ahead and scheduling. Vehicle is dangerous to drive until repair is made","quote_3_odi":"11551351","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Beetle. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V945000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck in switch","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11444938","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE WAS RUNNING AND KEPT RUNNING WITH KEY TURNED OFF, AND THE KEY COULD NOT BE REMOVED EITHER","quote_2_odi":"11251906","quote_2_text":"IGINTION KEY STUCK IN ON POSITION AND COULD NOT TURN OFF VEHICLE. WAS PARKED AT SHOPPING CENTER","quote_3_odi":"11118153","quote_3_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION AND I CANNOT TURN OFF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-shift-lever-acceleration-recall","label":"Shift lever and ECM recall acceleration issues","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11697790","quote_1_text":"On October 21st I had a recall performed at Evansville D- Patrick for a 37M2 shift lever micro switch. Today Nov 5th I was leaving work, pulling out of the drive onto highway and once I got on the road the car lost motion and just rolled","quote_2_odi":"11360954","quote_2_text":"I RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN NOVEMBER OF 2019 ON MY 2016 VW BEETLE INVOLVING A BUILD UP OF SILICATE ON THE SHIFT LEVER MICRO SWITCH","quote_3_odi":"11153809","quote_3_text":"CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO ECM SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED WHILE MOVING FROM A STOP THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OVER 25 MPH. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED, BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Beetle","model_slug":"beetle","cluster_id":"beetle-2016-suspension-tire-failures","label":"Suspension and tire failures","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":58,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11374263","quote_1_text":"TIRES ARE CRACKING ON THE SIDEWALLS AS WELL AS ON THE TREAD AREA. THIS SEEMS TO BE AN ONGOING PROBLEM AS THEY HAVE BEEN REPLACED PREVIOUSLY AND THE SAME PROBLEM IS OCCURRING AGAIN. IT APPEARS THE RUBBER IS DRYING OUT, HARDENING, AND SPLITTING","quote_2_odi":"11231379","quote_2_text":"THE RIGHT FRONT TIRE EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING STRAIGHT AHEAD AT 40 MPH. HANKOOK TIRES. NOTHING WAS STRUCK AND THE TIRES HAD NO PREVIOUS DAMAGE. SMOOTH CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11279374","quote_3_text":"I HEARD A LOUD METAL CLANG IN THE FRONT OF MY CAR WHEN I WAS BACKING UP IN MY DRIVEWAY. I TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALER AND THE TECH PERFORMED INSPECTION AND FOUND DRIVER FRONT SPRING BROKEN AND BEARING DROPPED TO MIDDLE OF STRUT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/beetle","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-fuel-pump-stalling","label":"Fuel pump module failure causing vehicle stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11082170","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO LINDSAY VOLKSWAGEN IN STERLING, VIRGINIA WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL PUMP MODULE WAS FAULTY. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"11115062","quote_2_text":"ON 25 JULY 2018, CURRAN VOLKSWAGEN, INC CHANGED THE FUEL PUMP MODULE THAT NOW CAUSES AN INTERRUPTION IN POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE MAKING THE VEHICLE TO STALL WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"11349285","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PUSH THE VEHICLE TO THE INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE HE PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THE VEHICLE WITH A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP AND HAD THE FUEL PUMP REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable and delayed repair","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":54,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10940370","quote_1_text":"TAKA RECALL : DEALERSHIP WILL NOT REPAIR BEC MANUFACTOR HAS NOT 9UT A PLAN IN PLACE. THIS PREVENTS ME FROM SELLING THIS CAR. I NO LONGER FEEL SAFE DRIVING IT. HOWEVER, I NO CHOICE AS I ONLY OWN ONE CAR","quote_2_odi":"11129243","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL MULTIPLE APPOINT REQUESTS SINCE JUNE 2018 IN HOUSTON AREA NAMELY: ARCHER VOLKSWAGEN , 10400 SOUTHWEST FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77074 WEST HOUSTON VOLKSWAGEN, 17113 KATY FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77094","quote_3_odi":"11129272","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE THE PART FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 18V148000 (AIR BAGS) TO THE DEALER WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"volkswagen-cc-2012-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2021-04","source_complaint_count":230,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11081530","quote_1_text":"VW TIMING BELT WAS REPLACED AT 50000 MILES, NOW NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AGAIN AT 114000 WHICH IS CAUSING CHAIN TO SKIP TEETH. ENGINE RATTLES NOW. VW WARNED THAT THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND DO NOT DRIVE BECAUSE ENGINE CAN FAIL COMPLETELY","quote_2_odi":"11113028","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS 47500 MILES AND ALL SERVICES ARE DONE AT SCHEDULED INTERVALS. WAS INFORMED THAT THE LOWER TIMING COVER & TENSIONER NEED REPLACEMENT ALONG WITH UPPER TIMING COVER & CAM GIRDLE. COST IS OVER $2000. THIS SHOULD NOT BE DEFECTIVE WITH THIS MANY MILES","quote_3_odi":"11254467","quote_3_text":"CAR STUTTERED RIGHT BEFORE I PARKED IN A PARKING SPOT TURNED OFF CAR, WENT IN A STORE CAME BACK OUT AND CAR WOULD NOT START, JUST CRANKS BUT WONT TURN OVER. TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. LOSS OF 4 CYLINDER COMPRESSION. NEED COMPLETE ENGINE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-engine-coil-turbo-issues","label":"Engine coil pack and turbocharger issues","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11527833","quote_1_text":"I had to replace the engine coil packs/spark plugs 4 times in the last year. This is not normal and a complaint amongst Volkswagens","quote_2_odi":"11491637","quote_2_text":"Error code P2015 was generated which is the air intake manifold. Volkswagen mechanic said we shouldn't drive very much due to it could get worse. Replacement would cost $1812.50, local shop charged $893.00","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-fuel-pump-control-module-recall","label":"Fuel pump control module recall stall risk","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2018-04","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11060837","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS","quote_2_odi":"11044381","quote_2_text":"17V509 RECALL #. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE COULD CAUSE POWER OUTAGE AND ALREADY HAS. TWICE. AND THEY ARE STILL REFUSING TO FIX THIS. I'VE HAD TO REPLACE MY BATTERY AND TWO MONTHS LATER WAS STRANDED BECAUSE I LOST POWER WHILE STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-steering-clockspring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clockspring and air bag electrical failure","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11122815","quote_1_text":"STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING BROKE. NO HORN OR FUNCTION BUTTONS WORKING ALONG WITH THE AIRBAG","quote_2_odi":"11051336","quote_2_text":"MY HORN,MY AIR BAG AND ALL CONTROLS IN STEERING WHEEL ARE NOT WORKING.I TOOK IT TO VW SERVICE CENTER & THEY QUOTED ME $948 FOR A NEW CLOCK SPRING.HASNT THIS PART BEEN RECALLED? IT'S A LEASE AND THAT'S INSANE,THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED","quote_3_odi":"11462892","quote_3_text":"The airbag light went off in the instrument cluster. I hear what sounds like a disconnected cable rubbing against the steering wheel whenever I try to make a turn. All buttons in the steering wheel are non functional after the incident","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata air bag inflator recall part delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10924266","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I HAVE BEEN WAITING SINCE FEBRUARY 2016 FOR A REMEDY TO THE AIRBAG RECALL ON MY CAR. THERE IS NO WAY FOR ME TO FIX WHAT COULD BE A POTENTIALLY LIFE-THREATENING SITUATION, AND I HAVE TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE MY CAR","quote_2_odi":"10969102","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10966619","quote_3_text":"IT'S BEEN MORE THAN A YEAR SINCE MY RECALL WAS FORMALLY ISSUED AND MY AIRBAG STILL HAS NOT BEEN REPLACED! THIS IS DANGEROUS!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2014-trunk-wiring-harness-fault","label":"Trunk and rear electrical wiring harness fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":80,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11256160","quote_1_text":"BACK UP CAMERA SYSTEM FAULTY PER VOLKSWAGON DEALERSHIPS AND INTERNET- VOLKSWAGON CUSTOMER CARE VIEWS AS A RADIO AND NOT A SAFETY ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11331874","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE TRUNK LIGHT INDICATOR SHOWS THAT VEHICLE TRUNK IS OPEN. INTERMITTENTLY TURNS OFF THEN COMES BACK ON. TRUNK INTERIOR LIGHT STAYS ON. THIS WILL DRAIN CAR BATTERY IF LIGHT ISN'T UNPLUGGED LEAVING PEOPLE STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11452754","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that recently the trunk lid started failing to open as needed. The contact stated there was no warning light illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11547128","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the back over prevention camera failed to display an image. Additionally, the brake lights and turn signals failed to operate as needed, and the electronic trunk latch was inoperable","quote_2_odi":"11445694","quote_2_text":"Rearview Video Systems does not work. More commonly known as backup cameras, this technology helps the driver see behind the vehicle to avoid backing over people when moving in reverse. from long running forums it seem to be a long running problem","quote_3_odi":"11307090","quote_3_text":"HELLO, JUST REPORTING THAT MY BACKUP CAMERA SUDDENLY STOPPED WORKING YESTERDAY. IT SAYS, BACKUP CAMERA UNAVAILABLE RIGHT NOW. I REALLY DEPEND ON THAT THING WEN BACKING UP!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11481759","quote_1_text":"The clock spring on this vehicle is defective. Airbag light is on, all steering wheel buttons/controls no longer work and the horn no longer works. Online research shows this to be a known issue for this model year and beyond","quote_2_odi":"11322483","quote_2_text":"I STARTED TO HEAR A WEIRD NOISE WHEN TURNING. A COUPLE OF DAYS LATER THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND THE HORN AND BUTTONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL STOPPED WORKING. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS TO DRIVE WITHOUT A HORN AND IT'S SCARY TO KNOW THAT YOUR AIRBAG WON'T DEPLOY IN A CRASH","quote_3_odi":"11074397","quote_3_text":"WE PURCHASED THE CC IN APRIL OF 2016, AND WE HAVE HAD TO TAKE THE CAR IN TWICE FOR THE CLOCK SPRING WHICH IN LOCATED IN THE STEERING WHEEL THIS CAUSIES THE HORN TO MALFUNCTION AND NOT WORK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-fuel-pump-control-module","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11608692","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen CC. The contact stated while stopped at a traffic signal, the signal changed to green and the contact depressed the accelerator pedal; however, the vehicle stalled. The contact attempted to restart the vehicle, but the vehicle failed to start","quote_2_odi":"11046433","quote_2_text":"LOSS OF MOTIVE POWER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION ON CITY STREET AND LOSS OF POWER FROM STATIONARY POSITION AT RED TRAFFIC LIGHT TO A IN MOTION GREEN LIGHT PRESSED ON PEDAL WITH NO MOTION","quote_3_odi":"11057728","quote_3_text":"MANUFACTURING RECALL # 20AE NHTSA RECALL # 17V509 ONTERRUPTION OF POWER TO THE FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE MAY CAUSE LOSS OF POWER WHILE IN MOTION THAT COULD INCREASE CRASH CAUSING INJURY/DAMAGE RECALL FIX STILL NOT AVAILABLE FROM MFR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"vw-cc-2015-tire-cupping-suspension","label":"Rear tire cupping from suspension setup","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2017-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-01","quote_1_odi":"11013434","quote_1_text":"ROAD NOISE AT 60MPH MADE ME INQUIRE AT MY 2 YEAR MAINTENANCE EVENT. MY CAR ONLY HAVE 16000 MILES AND THERE IS UNEVEN WEAR AND CUPPING IN THE REAR TIRES, PER THE DEALERSHIP. THEY SAID THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO ABOUT IT (WITHOUT ME PAYING FOR IT)","quote_2_odi":"10935565","quote_2_text":"I NOTICED A NOISE EARLIER THIS YEAR WHILE DRIVING AND I WAS CONVINCED IT WAS FLAT SPOTS ON THE TIRES OR ROAD NOISE.. I FOUND OUT RECENTLY THAT THE TIRES ON MY CAR ARE CUPPED AND NEED REPLACED IMMEDIATELY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-clock-spring-airbag-disable","label":"Steering clock spring failure disables airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11457678","quote_1_text":"Clock spring went out so airbag and horn do not work","quote_2_odi":"11472467","quote_2_text":"The clock spring in the steering wheel broke causing the airbag light to come on, the audio controls on the steering wheel to stop working and a noise coming out of the wheel when I turn it","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-fuel-pump-recall-no-remedy","label":"Fuel pump recall unrepaired","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11088549","quote_1_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ANNOUNCED A RECALL OF THE FUEL PUMP ON AUGUST 16, 2017. EIGHT MONTHS LATER THEY DO NOT HAVE A REMEDY. THIS SEEM IRRESPONSIBLE OF THE MANUFACTURER","quote_2_odi":"11043483","quote_2_text":"THERE HAVE BEEN 3 INCIDENTS IN WHICH MY VEHICLE SUDDENLY, WITHOUT WARNING SHUTS DOWN (ABSOLUTELY NO POWER) WHILE I AM DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"CC","model_slug":"cc","cluster_id":"cc-2016-takata-airbag-recall-no-part","label":"Takata airbag recall unrepaired","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11180280","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL VW HAS NO PART--THEY HAVE NO TIMELINE FOR THE PART--THE ARE REFUSING A LOANER UNTIL THEY HAVE THE PART (WHICH MAKES NO SENSE)","quote_2_odi":"11267143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN CC. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V535000 (AIR BAGS). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/cc","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"e-Golf","model_slug":"e-golf","cluster_id":"e-golf-2015-charge-port-lock-stuck","label":"Charging connector lock will not release plug","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10995432","quote_1_text":"THE 2015 AND 2016 EGOLF'S HAVE A CHARGING FAULT WHICH PREVENTS THE CHARGE PLUG FROM BEING REMOVED FROM THE CAR. THIS PERMANENTLY ATTACHES THE CAR TO THE CHARGER IT IS CONNECTED TO, BE IT AT HOME, IN A MALL, AT THE GROCERY, ETC. THE ISSUE IS DESCRIBED IN","quote_2_odi":"10860617","quote_2_text":"AFTER THE VEHICLE IS DONE CHARGING USING THE J1772 PLUG (L2 OR L1 CHARGING), THE PLUG REMAINS LOCKED TO THE VEHICLE CHARGING INLET. PRESSING THE J1772 PLUG BUTTON DOES NOT RELEASE THE PLUG AS THE CAR MUST BE UNLOCKED USING A KEY TO RELEASE THE PLUG. IN A","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/e-golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"e-Golf","model_slug":"e-golf","cluster_id":"e-golf-2015-electrical-system-stop","label":"Sudden loss of drive power with electrical system stop error","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-01","quote_1_odi":"10765206","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING MY 5-MONTH OLD VW E-GOLF ON A CITY ROAD WITH HEAVY TRAFFIC AND TRAVELING ABOUT 35-40 MPH WHEN ALL OF SUDDEN MY ELECTRIC CAR SHUT OFF AND CAME TO A SHUDDERING STOP. IT FELT ALMOST LIKE ANOTHER CAR HAD HIT ME FROM BEHIND. THE ELECTRIC VW GOLF CAME","quote_2_odi":"10809311","quote_2_text":"I JUST EXPERIENCED THIS ERROR \"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FAILURE: STOP!\" ON THE WAY HOME FORM SAN FRANCISCO TO OAKLAND THANKFULLY I WAS ALREADY OVER THE BAY BRIDGE. THE CAR JUST LOST POWER AND STOPPED. AFTER THE CAR STOPPED I PUT ON THE HAZARDS PUT ON THE BREAK AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/e-golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-abs-warning-light","label":"ABS warning light illumination","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11389560","quote_1_text":"ESP/ABS ERROR. LIGHTS ON. I ALMOST CRASHED INTO SOMEONE'S CAR DUE TO MY ABS BRAKES FAILING ON ME. I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MILES PER HOUR. CAME UP ON A TRAFFIC JAM AT A STAND STILL. SCARIEST MOMENT OF MY LIFE","quote_2_odi":"11351567","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE ANTI BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING INDICATOR LIGHT ILLUMINATED. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL BEEPING NOISE…","quote_3_odi":"11092412","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM AND THE TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM WARNING INDICATORS BEGAN FLASHING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling horn and airbag","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11064701","quote_1_text":"CLOCKSPRING FAILED AFTER RECALL, CAUSING THE AIRBAGS TO BE INOPERABLE AS WELL AS THE HORN AND OTHER SAFETY FEATURES","quote_2_odi":"11065871","quote_2_text":"I HAVE REPLACED MY CLOCK SPRING TWICE IN 3 YEARS, AT THE SAME DEALERSHIP, SOUTHEAST VW IN SANTA ANA, CA. MY STEERING WHEEL WILL MAKE A NOISE AND ALL CONTROLS WILL STOP WORKING AND AIRBAG LIGHT WILL TURN ON","quote_3_odi":"11355619","quote_3_text":"SEPT 20515 - SAFETY RECALL 69L2 - STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING, REPLACED 2016 - WENT OUT AGAIN 9-20, 5 YEARS LATER. VW DENIED REPLACEMENT AS IT IS NOT CONSIDERED A SAFETY ISSUE AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT DOESN'T STAY ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-epc-light-stall","label":"EPC and check-engine light with sudden stall","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2016-06","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10881556","quote_1_text":"THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT COMING ON DUE TO FAIL TURBO UNDERCHARGE VALVE, THE VALVE HAS A RUBBER SEALS THAT IS KNOW LEAK OR BREAK. THE MANUFACTORY HAS REDESIGN THE VALVE. THE AUTOMOBILE WILL STALL OR NOT GAIN ENOUGH ENGINE POWER","quote_2_odi":"10595556","quote_2_text":"I HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING A SUDDEN & COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 0-40 MPH ON NUMEROUS AND CONTINUING OCCASIONS (2010 VW EOS LUX). THE PROBLEM STARTED AT ABOUT 60,000 MILES, LASTS ABOUT 4-5 SECONDS AT A TIME, AND OCCURS RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"10442159","quote_3_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE INTERSTATE MY BATTERY LIGHT AND EPC LIGHT CAME ON AND STATED TO SERVICE ENGINE NOW. THE CAR STARTED TO BECOME JUMPY AND I IMMEDIATELY TOOK IT TO THE CLOSEST DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-fuse-box-melting","label":"Melted fuse box disabling exterior lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11164673","quote_1_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND MULTIPLE EXTERIOR LIGHTS STARTED GOING OUT INCLUDING HEADLIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, FOG LIGHTS. LIGHTS CONTINUED TO GO IN AND OUT. TOOK CAR TO VW DEALERSHIP. IT WAS FOUND THE FUSE AND FUSEBOX WERE MELTED","quote_2_odi":"10949144","quote_2_text":"INITIALLY, THE LEFT FRONT AND REAR LIGHTS STOPPED WORKING. AFTER A DAY, THE STARTED TO WORK AGAIN. A WEEK LATER ALMOST ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS AND INDICATORS CEASED WORKING. THIS WAS THE CASE WHEN THE CAR WAS MOVING AND STATIONARY","quote_3_odi":"10919752","quote_3_text":"WHILE MY WIFE WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK LAST NIGHT ON A DARK CURVY TWO LANE ROAD, THE RIGHT FRONT HEADLIGHT, FOG LIGHT, MARKER LIGHT/SIGNAL, RIGHT REAR TAIL LIGHT/BRAKE LIGHT/SIGNAL, THIRD BRAKE LIGHT, AND STRANGELY THE LEFT FRONT SIDE MAKER, ALL WENT OUT AT ONCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10960096","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL NOT REMEDIED BY VW. LOCAL DEALER HAS NO PARTS FOR THIS RECALL","quote_2_odi":"10907158","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED NOTICE 6 MONTHS AGO THAT MY AIRBAG HAS BEEN PLACED ON THE RECALL LIST AND A REPLACEMENT IS STILL UNAVAILABLE. 6 MONTHS SHOULD BE MORE THAN ADEQUATE TIME TO GET THE REPLACEMENT","quote_3_odi":"10895887","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I CALLED MY VW DEALER TO ASK ABOUT WHEN THE RECALL REPLACEMENT AIRBAG WOULD BE READY. THEY SAID IT WOULDN'T BE READY FOR \"A FEW MONTHS\" YET. THIS SEEMS LIKE AN UNREASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR A RECALL ANNOUNCED IN FEBRUARY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-timing-chain-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain fracture and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11504490","quote_1_text":"Drove the car to the bank when trying to leave the car would not start. We towed the car to the volkswagen dealership `and they said it the engine and some other faults totaling over $21000.00 Now the car is back home and not repaired","quote_2_odi":"11002950","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN/BELT BROKE AT 82,000 MILES WHILE ON TRIP TO INDIANA FROM TX. TOLD ENGINE WAS DESTROYED, WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED. THERE WAS SQUEAKING SOUND, I WENT TO NEAREST MECHANIC SHOP","quote_3_odi":"10809622","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO TURN ON THE ENGINE, THE KEY FAILED TO START THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE TOWED TO THE LOCAL MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN FRACTURED AND THAT THERE WAS NO COMPRESSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"eos-2010-transmission-neutral-slip","label":"Transmission neutral slip and no-reverse engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":22,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11131659","quote_1_text":"DSG GEARBOX TRANSMISSION FAILS AT 88,000 MILES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR IN TRAFFIC (MANY STOPS/STARTS) THE TRANSMISSIONS JERKS BETWEEN SHIFTS, AND EMITS A LOUD 'CLUNK' WHEN SHIFTING","quote_2_odi":"10983750","quote_2_text":"DSG GEARBOX TRANSMISSION FAILS UNDER 100,000 MILES. AFTER DRIVING THE CAR IN TRAFFIC (MANY STOPS/STARTS) THE TRANSMISSIONS JERKS BETWEEN SHIFTS, AND EMITS A LOUD 'CLUNK' WHEN SHIFTING","quote_3_odi":"11191295","quote_3_text":"MY 2010 VW EOS CONTINUOUSLY SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL. VERY DANGEROUS TRYING TO CROSS AN INTERSECTION OR MERGE INTO MOVING TRAFFIC. I'M SCARED TO DRIVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"clock-spring-failure-disables-airbags","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure disables airbags","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11404385","quote_1_text":"VW RECALL69L2 AIRBAG -CLOCK SPRING FAILURE NHRSA CAMPAIN #15V483000","quote_2_odi":"11153449","quote_2_text":"AS I WAS BACKING OUT OF A PARKING SPOT ON 12/29/17, NOT QUITE 3 MONTHS AFTER I BOUGHT THE CAR, THE CLOCK SPRING FAILED, WHICH MEANT NO AIRBAGS. SINCE I KNEW THIS WAS PREVIOUSLY AN ISSUE, I CONTACTED VW DIRECTLY SINCE THE RECALL WAS NOT COMING UP AT THE DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"11645817","quote_3_text":"In an accident I was struck by another vehicle that swerved into my lane at a very high rate of speed. His vehicle struck my car on the drivers side front quater panel just after the head light and continued past the drivers door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"fuel-injector-failure-stall-misfire","label":"Fuel injector failure causing stalling or misfire","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10851020","quote_1_text":"ON MARCH 18, 2016 I WAS DRIVING MY CAR AND IT BEGAN TO SHAKE AND SHUTTER AS IF I HAD A FLAT TIRE. IT WOULD ALSO NOT ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11130542","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE CONTINUES TO STALL WHILE AT LOW IDLE OR STOPPED. SEVERAL ATTEMPTS OF FIXING THIS ISSUE AT THE DEALERSHIP HAS FAILED TO IDENTIFY AND CORRECT THE ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"11277027","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING A 2012 VW EOS, THE ENGINE STUMBLED AND UNLOADED TONS OF SMOKE OUT OF THE REAR OF THE CAR. THIS INCIDENT OCCURRED WHILE DRIVING THE CAR AT A HIGH RATE OF SPEED AND CAUSED A DANGEROUS SITUATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"sunroof-spontaneous-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11131890","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE SUN ROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RECEIVED MINOR CUTS AND GLASS WAS EMBEDDED INTO HER SKIN DUE TO THE FAILURE, BUT MEDICAL ATTENTION WAS NOT REQUIRED","quote_2_odi":"11449887","quote_2_text":"While my wife was exiting off of I-75 approaching the traffic light to turn left, the sun roof exploded into pieces. Large and small pieces of glass were scattered throughout the car. The approximate speed was 40 MPH","quote_3_odi":"11020409","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE SUN ROOF IMPLODEDCAL DEALER (EXECUTIVE VOLKSWAGEN OF NORTH HAVEN RT5, 444 STATE STREET, NORTH HAVEN, CT, 06473) WAS CONTACTED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"takata-airbag-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11005208","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL: I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE MY CAR GIVEN THE RISK. THIS RECALL WAS SENT TO ME OVER A YEAR AGO AND STILL HAS NOT BEEN MADE AVAILABLE","quote_2_odi":"10990591","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL IT'S BEEN OVER A YEAR. TODAY, BEFORE FILING THIS, I CALLED THE DEALER ONE LAST TIME TO CHECK ON REMEDY. THEY SAID THE PART WAS IN, COME ON DOWN IT WILL ONLY TAKE AN HOUR. I DROVE THE 20 MILES ONLY TO BE TOLD, \"SORRY, THERE'S STILL NO REMEDY FOR YOUR MODEL.\"","quote_3_odi":"11123639","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL I HAVE CONTACTED TOM BUSH VOLKSWAGEN IN JACKSONVILLE FL TWICE REGARDING THE REPAIR FOR THE RECALL ON MY VEHICLE. I WAS TOLD PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE AFTER AUGUST 5 2018","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"timing-chain-tensioner-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11025443","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FRACTURED AND DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED","quote_2_odi":"10940228","quote_2_text":"MY 2012 VW EOS HAD A TENSIONER CHAIN JUMP 5 TEETH WITH NO WARNING. AND NOW THAT IS SUPPOSED TO COST MY OVER 4,000$ TO REPAIR ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP I HAD IT TOWED TO FROM MY HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"11032235","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2012 VW EOS WITH 75,000 MILES, MAINTAINED REGULARLY. LAST MONTH THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED AND FELL INTO THE ENGINE WHILE IT WAS MOVING, DESTROYING THE REMAINDER OF THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"transmission-false-neutral-power-loss","label":"Transmission drops into neutral or loses power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":94,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10469139","quote_1_text":"1ST TIME PULLING UP TO THE AIRPORT PARKING GATE TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED, UNABLE TO MOVE THE CAR FOR ABOUT 5 TO 10 MINUTES. 2ND TIME ON THE ONRAMP OF THE HIGHWAY ENTERING TRAFFIC, TRANSMISSION DISENGAGED AGAIN. RETURNED THE CAR TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIR","quote_2_odi":"11101245","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 50+ AND THE TRANSMISSION QUIT( LIKE WE WERE IN NEUTRAL ). HAD TO MANEUVER ACROSS TRAFFIC TO THE SHOULDER. RESTARTED AND VEHICLE DROVE FINE TIL NEXT DAY AND IT HAPPENED AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"10563184","quote_3_text":"HERE IS MY STORY... TRANSMISSION WILL GO INTO NEUTRAL STATE WHILE DRIVING. FINALLY FAILED ON 2/2013. MECHATRON UNIT REPLACED. PROBLEM CONTINUED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-engine-stall-shift-to-neutral","label":"Engine stalling or shifting to neutral while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11139495","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MILES PER HOUR, VEHICLE SHIFTED ITSELF TO NEUTRAL... SLOWLY CHANGED LANES TO EMERGENCY LANE AND CAME TO A HAULT. PLACED CAR ON PARK TESTED REVERSE AND IT WORKED...PLACE ON DRIVE AND CAR DROVE ON","quote_2_odi":"11132793","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER AND SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. ALSO, THE SERVICE VEHICLE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT'S DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE READER PROVIDED CODE: U0103","quote_3_odi":"10981626","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-horn-clockspring-failure","label":"Horn and steering wheel clockspring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11521753","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Eos. The contact stated while having a routine check at the dealer, the mechanic informed the contact that the horn was not functioning and that the clockspring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure reoccurred","quote_2_odi":"11446708","quote_2_text":"I pressed the steering wheel to activate the HORN. The HORN did not work. My VW dealer (Valenti VW, Watertown, CT) after 1.5 hours determined the the spring on the steering wheel that activates the horn and possibly the airbag is broken","quote_3_odi":"11378310","quote_3_text":"IN NORMAL DRIVING, I TURNED STEERING WHEEL TO PULL INTO A PARKING SPACE AND THERE WAS A SNAP IN THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS SOUND WAS THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTION TO THE STEERING WHEEL BREAKING AWAY. I LOST KEY FUNCTIONS FROM THE STEERING WHEEL INCLUDING THE AIRBAG, HORN, AND STEERING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"vw-eos-2013-takata-airbag-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair delayed by parts shortage","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2018-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10978813","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL- I HAVE TRIED TO CONTACT ALL DEALERSHIPS AROUND MY AREA, ALLEN, TEXAS AND WHEN I ASK ABOUT WHEN THE AIRBAGS IN MY CAR CAN BE REPLACED, ALL I HAVE GOTTEN IS, WE DON'T HAVE THEM YET AND WE DON'T KNOW WHEN WE WILL RECEIVE ANY FROM TAKATA. WE ARE AT THEIR MERCY","quote_2_odi":"10970316","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS). THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"10887388","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBERS: 15V483000 (AIR BAGS) AND 16V078000 (AIR BAGS), BUT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME FRAME TO SCHEDULE THE RECALL REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-clockspring-airbag-disable","label":"Clockspring failure disabling air bag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11475803","quote_1_text":"The clockspring on the car went out. This mean all steering wheel controls don’t work, but more importantly, the air bags do not work either. We were told by the dealer the clocksprings are on back order and have been since November 2021. There are 8500 already on back order. We","quote_2_odi":"11461339","quote_2_text":"The clockspring in my 2014 VW Eos failed on January 17, 2022. It was brought into the Alexandria, VA VW dealer who confirmed the problem and that the clockspring was under extended warranty due to known problems on January 19, 2022. However, the part was unavailable and no ETA","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment and backup camera electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11654642","quote_1_text":"I have the RNS510 radio which the NHTSA has received concerns about and there are several Tec Bulletins in regards to the radio not functioning properly. When this radio goes out due to the need of over priced software update, we loose our Bluetooth and backup cameras! Backup","quote_2_odi":"11485586","quote_2_text":"1) The flip up backup camera, yes it is available for inspection. I do have intentions to try and fix it like all the others unless asked to wait. 2) we bought a car with a backup camera for the safety of our 19 year old and others around her after she has crashed her car going","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Glass sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10787218","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON, OCTOBER 25, WHEN THE GLASS SUNROOF OF MY CAR EXPLODED & SHATTERED OUT OF NOWHERE & WITHOUT ANY WARNING. PIECES OF GLASS CAME DOWN THROUGH THE HOLE, SHOWERING MY DOG & I. I PULLED TO THE SIDE SAFELY & CALL THE POLICE. THANK GOD THE","quote_2_odi":"10691636","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY THE GLASS SUNROOF JUST EXPLODED. IT SENT GLASS FLYING BUT IT DID NOT HIT ANY CARS BEHIND ME. THERE WERE NO OVERPASSES WHEREBY SOMEONE COULD HAVE THROWN AN OBJECT TO BREAK THE GLASS. MY WIFE AND I WERE NOT INJURED BECAUSE, THANKFULLY, THE INSIDE COVER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-takata-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Takata air bag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10906593","quote_1_text":"2014 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO REPLACEMENT PARTS NOT AVAILABLE TO REPAIR DRIVER FRONTAL AIRBAG RECALL NOTICE. *SMD","quote_2_odi":"10859903","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL. I WAS TOLD BY VW THAT MY VEHICLE IS UNSAFE BUT THERE IS NOT YET A FIX FOR MY VEHICLE. MUST THEY TAKE THE LEASE BACK OR DO I SIMPLY NOT DRIVE THE VEHICLE AND HAVE ONE LESS CAR?","quote_3_odi":"10970546","quote_3_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN EOS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Eos","model_slug":"eos","cluster_id":"volkswagen-eos-2014-transmission-unexpected-shift","label":"Automatic transmission unexpected downshift or neutral shift","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11141220","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON HWY AT APPROX. 50 MPH, AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFTED BY ITSELF TO NEUTRAL. UNABLE TO SHIFT BACK TO DRIVE, PULLED OVER AND USING BREAKS WAS ABLE TO STOP VEHICLE ON EMERGENCY LANE. WAS ABLE THEN TO CHANGE GEAR TO PARK. TURN OFF CAR AND START AGAIN. CALLED","quote_2_odi":"10671558","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT APPROX. 30 MPH <1 MILE FROM HOME THE TRANSMISSION SUDDENLY DOWNSHIFTED INTO FIRST GEAR, AND MY WIFE WAS THROWN INTO THE STEERING WHEEL AS THE SEATBELT DID NOT CATCH. THE CAR WAS DRIVEN HOME AT 10 MPH AND PARKED. I DROVE IT AROUND THE BLOCK APPROX. 30 MINUTES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/eos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-abs-esc-recall","label":"ABS control module failure and recall delay","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11603240","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the ABS and traction control warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the ABS control module. The vehicle was not","quote_2_odi":"11595139","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Golf. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V913000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electronic Stability Control (ESC) however, the dealer declined to repair the vehicle due to the ABS and ESC warning lights being","quote_3_odi":"11364700","quote_3_text":"ABS WARNING LIGHTS INTERMITTENTLY FOR MANY MONTHS- GO ON AND OFF ALONG WITH AIRBAG WARNING FREQUENTLY- SEVERAL MECHANICS COULD NOT DIAGNOSE. RECENTLY BRAKE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON AT SAME TIME AS ABS AND AIRBAG WARNINGS. BRAKE SYSTEM CHECKED OUT FINE. ON REPLACEMENT OF WHEEL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-clutch-dsg-stall","label":"Manual clutch stall and DSG rough shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2013-04","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10381719","quote_1_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI 6 SPEED MANUAL STALLS EXTREMELY OFTEN. I HAVE PREVIOUSLY OWNED A 2006 VOLKSWAGEN GTI WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION AND NEVER HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE CLUTCH ENGAGEMENT. 2010 GOLF HAS CURRENTLY 12.000 MILES ON IT AND THE PROBLEM DOESN'T GO AWAY. THIS HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"10371818","quote_2_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI 6 SPEED MANUAL: CLUTCH AND IGNITION SWITCH ISSUE. VEHICLE IS CLEARLY ONE OF THE EASIEST CARS TO STALL. OWNER HAS BEEN DRIVING FOR 27 YEARS, PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED DRIVER AS A LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER AND DRIVEN NUMEROUS MANUAL TRANSMISSION VEHICLES IN","quote_3_odi":"10507329","quote_3_text":"THE GOLF IS THE TDI DIESEL VERSION. IS EQUIPPED WITH A DSG STYLE AUTO TRANSMISSION. THE SHIFTING BETWEEN GEARS BECAME VERY ROUGH AND AND VEHICLE SPEED SURGED UP AND DOWN WHILE IN GEAR. CLUNKING NOISES FROM ENGINE/TRANNY COMPARTMENT. SPEED HARD TO MAINTAIN. HAS BEEN IN VW DEALER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-intercooler-condensation-stall","label":"Intercooler condensation causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2010-06 → 2012-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10445783","quote_1_text":"INTER-COOLER DESIGN IS DEFECTIVE IN THAT IT ALLOWS CONDENSATION AND SLUDGE TO BUILD WITHIN THE CHARGE AIR INTAKE SYSTEM WHICH SUBSEQUENTLY FREEZES AND THAWS WITH LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE AND IT MOVES FURTHER AND FURTHER WITHIN THE INTAKE SYSTEM UNTIL THE CONDENSATE AND SLUDGE","quote_2_odi":"10445811","quote_2_text":"I DEC 19TH 2011 I EXPERIENCED WHAT I BELIEVE WAS A HARD START. WEATHER IN THE MORNING WAS IN THE TEENS, AFTERNOON IN THE LOW 40S. LEAVE WORK, GET IN CAR, PUT KEY IN IGNITION & TURN TO ON POSITION, PUT SEAT BELT ON, AND START. CAR STARTS RIGHT AWAY BUT IS IDLING ROUGH, SHAKING","quote_3_odi":"10450585","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED, THE VEHICLE WOULD LOSE POWER. THE FAILURE RECURRED INTERMITTENTLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND A DIAGNOSTIC WAS PERFORMED BUT THE DIAGNOSTIC WAS UNABLE TO LOCATE A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall replacement delay","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10968639","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL. THE DEALER DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS. IT HAS BEEN MORE THAN A YEAR NOW. I NEED TO BE ABLE TO DRIVE THAT CAR WITHOUT RISKING MY LIFE EVERY DAY","quote_2_odi":"10946727","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL - OFFICIAL RECALL IS DATED FEBRUARY 9, 2016. WE STILL HAVE NOT RECEIVED ANY INFORMATION ABOUT THIS, INCLUDING A WAY TO REMEDY THIS POTENTIALLY LIFE-THREATENING ISSUE","quote_3_odi":"10937277","quote_3_text":"TAMARA RECALL. THE MANUFACTURER HAS FAILED TO REPLACE THE AIRBAG EVEN THOUGH IT PRESENTS A POTENTIAL SERIOUS SAFETY HAZARD. I WOULD LIKE AN UPDATE FROM THE MANUFACTURER REGARDING THE REPAIR AND DATE I CAN TAKE MY VEHICLE TO THE DEALER. IT IS HAS BEEN TOO LONG WITH NO FIX","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2010-tdi-hpfp-failure","label":"TDI high-pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2010-08 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":69,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10460945","quote_1_text":"UPON CHANGING MY FUEL FILTER, A LARGE AMOUNT OF METAL FLAKES WERE DISCOVERED IN THE FUEL HOUSING. THEY SEEMED TO BE LINKED TO THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. VW HAD TO REPLACE DUE TO A FAILURE STARTING IN THE HIGH PRESSURE PUMP. *JS","quote_2_odi":"10361255","quote_2_text":"NEW VEHICLE TDI FUEL PUMP AND FULL FUEL SYSTEM NEEDS TO BE REPLACED!!! *TR","quote_3_odi":"10407044","quote_3_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED ON MY 2010 VW GOLF TDI WHILE DRIVING. IT CAUSED THE CAR TO SHUT OFF IN AN INTERSECTION. THE CAR THEN HAD TO BE PUSHED OUT OF THE INTERSECTION AND TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP. THE FUEL PUMP DAMAGED THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM ONCE IT FAILED. THE ENTIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-dsg-false-neutral","label":"DSG transmission false neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2011-02 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10907394","quote_1_text":"WHILE IN MOTION AND UNDER POWER, CAR SUDDENLY LOSES DRIVE; ACTS AS IF SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL. SOMETIMES A FLASHING WRENCH INDICATOR IS SEEN IN PLACE OF THE GEAR NUMBER IN THE INSTRUMENT DISPLAY","quote_2_odi":"10422843","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2011 VW GTI 2-DOOR DSG. I HAVE EXPERIENCED A \"FALSE NEUTRAL\" ABOUT 7 TIMES IN THE 5+ WEEKS I HAVE OWNED THIS CAR","quote_3_odi":"10411567","quote_3_text":"2011 VW GTI W/ DSG TRANSMISSION. VEHICLE HAS 12K MILES AND REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF MECHATRONICS UNIT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-engine-compartment-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11173312","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED BLACK SMOKE UNDERNEATH THE HOOD. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND OBSERVED FLAMES","quote_2_odi":"11464271","quote_2_text":"Electrical Short caused catastrophic fire in engine compartment, suspected issue is a water leak due to faulty manufacturing","quote_3_odi":"10723924","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. MOMENTS AFTER PARKING THE VEHICLE, IT CAUGHT FIRE. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-fuse-box-wiring-melting","label":"Engine fuse box and wiring melting","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-05 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11496080","quote_1_text":"Fuse F16 (30A) in the engine fuse plate, melted instead of breaking - causing half of the cars lights to stop functioning including turn signals and brake lights","quote_2_odi":"11361687","quote_2_text":"LOST ALL LIGHTS, F16 AND F17 FUSES AND THE ENTIRE FUSE BOX WAS MELTED. FUSES WERE ARCING AND SHORTING INTERNALLY, BUT DIDN'T FAIL","quote_3_odi":"10586064","quote_3_text":"ACCORDING TO MY VW HONOLULU SERVICE PROVIDER MY 2011 VW GOLF'S STARTER CONNECTION WIRES WERE MELTED AND EXPOSED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-hpfp-failure-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stall","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":46,"date_range":"2011-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11546719","quote_1_text":"The High-pressure Fuel pump failed during a routine drive at approximately 1500 RPMs. This caused an immediate loss of power while in traffic","quote_2_odi":"10734069","quote_2_text":"HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WENT OUT ON MY 2011 GOLF TDI. MY FAMILY AND WERE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD WHEN IT COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN ALMOST CAUSING AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"10607975","quote_3_text":"2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI, STARTED SHAKING WHILE DRIVING. I JUST MADE IT TO THE RIGHT LANE WHEN THE ENGINE STOPPED COMPLETELY, LEAVING ME STRANDED ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-intercooler-freeze-stall","label":"Intercooler condensation freezing causing stall","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2017-03","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10959486","quote_1_text":"INTERCOOLER EXPERIENCED CONDENSATION CAUSING THE ENGINE TO \"HYDROLOCK\" RESULTING IN DESTRUCTION OF THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"10444668","quote_2_text":"WAS TOLD BY VW SERVICE THAT INTERCOOLER HAD CONDENSATION THAT FROZE AND THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE. CURRENTLY MORE THAN 600 AWAITING MODIFICATIONS AND PARTS ARE UNAVAILABLE FOR UP TO 6 WEEKS","quote_3_odi":"10672117","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE AND THE SERVICE ENGINE SOON WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2011-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11048012","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL YEAR MAKE AND MODEL RECALLED, BUT VIN DOESN'T MATCH. SUSPECT CLERICAL ERROR WITH VIN PLEASE RECALL THIS VEHICLE TO CHECK AND/OR REPLACE DEFECTIVE AIRBAG INFLATOR","quote_2_odi":"10919683","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) WAS RECEIVED IN APRIL","quote_3_odi":"10863571","quote_3_text":"YESTERDAY I RECEIVED A LETTER FROM VW SAYING MY CAR WAS SUBJECT TO A RECALL FOR A TAKATA AIRBAG ISSUE. THE LETTER SAID PARTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE TO MAKE REPAIRS AND TO DO NOTHING AT THIS TIME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-air-bag-non-deployment-in-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in frontal or rear collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11422285","quote_1_text":"My vehicle struck a car from behind moving about 35 mph. Air bags did not deploy and I had a proceeding next injury. Why did the airbags not deploy? I have read that \"A loss of electrical connection to the driver's frontal air bag will prevent the air bag from deploying in the","quote_2_odi":"10537374","quote_2_text":"THIS CAR WAS INVOLVED IN A VEHICLE CRASH. IMPACT WAS TO THE DRIVER'S SIDE PRIMARILY TO THE DOOR AND FRONT END. DESPITE THE SEVERITY OF THE IMPACT, NO AIR BAGS DEPLOYED FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE OR THE STEERING WHEEL. I SUSTAINED AN INJURY TO THE SHOULDER AND AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE","quote_3_odi":"10510419","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON A HIGHWAY IN DALLAS. THERE WAS A 2003 TOYOTA TACOMA TWO LANES TO THE LEFT OF ME. HE APPARENTLY WANTED TO TAKE AN EXIT THAT WAS RAPIDLY COMING UP. HE HAD A DRESSER IN THE BED SO HE ASKED HIS WIFE IF IT WAS CLEAR TO CUT ACROSS ALL 5 LANES TO TAKE THE EXIT. I WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-air-bag-recall-parts-delay-clockspring","label":"Air bag recall parts delay and clockspring fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10882668","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS) EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR REPAIR. THE CONTACT RECEIVED THE RECALL NOTIFICATION IN APRIL OF 2016. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT","quote_2_odi":"10899593","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL I SPOKE WITH VW CUSTOMER CARE AND THEY SAID THERE IS NO FIX CURRENTLY AVAILABLE DUE TO A LACK OF PARTS. FURTHERMORE, THEY SAID THEY ARE NOT PROVIDING AN ALTERNATIVE TO DRIVING MY DEFECTIVE CAR AND THEY WILL NOT DISABLE THE FAULTY AIR BAG. SO I'M LEFT DRIVING A CAR","quote_3_odi":"11231324","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PASSENGER IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DUBLIN VOLKSWAGEN (LOCATED AT 6085 SCARLETT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-fuse-box-melting-exterior-lights-out","label":"Fuse box melting with exterior lights failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10654071","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING MY GOLF TDI I RECEIVED SEVERAL WARNING MESSAGES ON THE CAR'S INFORMATION SCREEN TO CHECK TURNING LIGHTS, BRAKE LIGHTS, HEADLIGHTS AND RUNNING LIGHTS ON THE RIGHT HAND SIDE OF THE CAR. THE RIGHT HAND HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND BRAKELIGHTS WERE OUT. THE CAUSE OF","quote_2_odi":"11266012","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENTLY, DASHBOARD MFD WOULD INDICATE THAT ALL EXTERIOR LIGHTS FAILED. SHUT OFF ENGINE AND PULLED OUT KEY. INSERTED KEY AND RESTARTED AND ALL WOULD BE FINE. GOT TO THE POINT THAT LIGHTS WERE IN FACT NOT WORKING. PULLED OUT FUSES AND WHEN I PULLED THE 30A FUSE (F16?) I","quote_3_odi":"11465640","quote_3_text":"At first, my vehicle dashboard warning light came on saying I have 9 different lights out(headlight, high beam, brake light, turn signals, etc). I thought it was odd for all these to go out at once, so I took it to the dealership for them to look at it. They couldn’t find","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-tdi-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure (TDI)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10470560","quote_1_text":"AT 6,519 MILES, WHILE ABOUT TO ENTER THE ON-RAMP OF A LOCAL HIGHWAY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND GLOW PLUG INDICATOR LIGHT BEGAN TO FLASH. I WAS ABLE TO VEER OFF THE ENTRANCE RAMP AND CONTINUE DOWN THE DOWN TO THE NEAREST SAFE PARKING LOT AREA; AS I PULLED INTO THE PARKING LOT","quote_2_odi":"10489003","quote_2_text":"THE CAR IS A 2012 VW GOLF TDI, PURCHASED AROUND APRIL OF 2012. IT HAD APPROXIMATELY 7500 MILES AT THE TIME OF THE INCIDENT. I WAS ON A SHORT DRIVE TO THE STORE AND BACK (5 MILES ROUND TRIP FROM HOME). ON THE WAY BACK, I HEARD A METAL GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10596795","quote_3_text":"DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON HIGHWAY WHEN GLOW PLUG ICON ON DASH STARTED TO BLINK, LOST SIGNIFICANT ENGINE POWER. PULLED OVER AND RESTARTED WITH NOTHING ON DASH. QUICKLY, GLOW PLUG ICON STARTED BLINKING AGAIN, ALONG WITH A SOLID MOTOR ICON ON DASH. DROVE TO DEALERSHIP WITH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-tdi-intercooler-icing-cold-stall","label":"Intercooler icing causing cold-weather no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2014-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10567577","quote_1_text":"TL- THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF TDI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT ON EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. AFTER MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS THE VEHICLE WAS SUCCESSFULLY RESTARTED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST. THE DEALER STATED","quote_2_odi":"10562469","quote_2_text":"FIRST INCIDENT WAS 1/06/14. MY WIFE WAS A WEEK OVER HER DELIVERY DATE TRIED TO START THE CAR AND IT TRIED TO TURN OVER BUT WOULDN'T START. EVENTUALLY CALLED DEALER WHO HAD HER TOW IT IN TO THEM. THE DEALER INFORMED HER OF MOISTURE IN INTERCOOLER PIPE WHICH THEY BLEW OUT WITH AN","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-transmission-driveline-failure","label":"Transmission and driveline component failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11143467","quote_1_text":"DUAL MASS FLYWHEEL FAILED AT 81,200 MILES RENDERING THE VEHICLE INOPERABLE. FAILURE WAS 21,200 MILES AFTER POWER TRAIN WARRANTY EXPIRED. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND BEGAN TO SHIFT VERY STRANGELY, WAS ABLE TO MAKE IT HOME AND PARK IT","quote_2_odi":"10854895","quote_2_text":"CV JOINTS FAILED AT UNDER 38K MILES ON AUTOMOBILE","quote_3_odi":"10507390","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE ENGINE WAS TURNED OFF. STARTED MOTOR AND PLACE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION IN REVERSE. A LOUD CLUNK NOISE WAS HEARD BUT BACKING UP WAS OK. THEN PLACED VEHICLE IN DRIVE AND THE SAME NOISE WAS HEARD AGAIN. THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION APPEARS TO OPERATE ONLY IN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2012-water-pump-failure-engine-damage","label":"Water pump failure with timing belt and engine damage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-10 → 2013-06","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10480604","quote_1_text":"AT 2766 MILES I WAS CRUISING DOWN THE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH ON MY WAY TO WORK WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND THE EPC LIGHT CAME ON. THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY UNRESPONSIVE, I PULLED OFF TO THE SHOULDER, CALLED ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE AND WAS TOWED TO THE NEAREST DEALER THE","quote_2_odi":"10515491","quote_2_text":"WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE UNDER NORMAL CONDITIONS, I HEARD A RATTLE FROM THE ENGINE, FOLLOWED BY THE SOUND OF SOMETHING RATTLING IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THEN FALLING OUT. THE ENGINE DIED IMMEDIATELY AND I WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SHOULDER. AFTER THE DEALER INSPECTED THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-brake-pedal-collapse","label":"Brake pedal collapse leading to crash","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2013-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10532475","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 48 MPH, THE BRAKE PEDAL COLLAPSED, CAUSING THE CONTACT TO CRASH INTO THE MEDIAN. THE CONTACT DID NOT SUSTAIN ANY INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"10536973","quote_2_text":"ON JULY 16TH, 2013, AT 9:10 PM, I HAD DRIVEN, MY VW GOLF, 11 MILES, AT FREEWAY SPEEDS, OF 59 MPH. I WAS USING THE CRUISE CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-coil-spring-breakage","label":"Coil spring breakage during low-speed maneuvering","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11348926","quote_1_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE COIL SPRING BROKE. BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY","quote_2_odi":"11329634","quote_2_text":"BACKING OUT OF DRIVEWAY REAR PASSENGER COIL SPRING BROKE. *TR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-epc-stall-loss-of-steering","label":"EPC-triggered engine stall with loss of power steering","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11005491","quote_1_text":"THE EPC STARTED COMING ON, IT LOSES POWER AND SOMETIMES CUTS OFF WHILE I AM DRIVING. MY SPEED SLOWS DOWN TO 3 MILES AN HOUR","quote_2_odi":"10633456","quote_2_text":"DRIVING IN FREEWAY TRAFFIC AT AROUND 35-40 MPH. PRIOR,TO THIS INCIDENT, CAR HAS BEEN WELL MAINTAINED AND TROUBLE FREE. ENGINE DIED, SUBSEQUENTLY POWER STEERING STOPPED WORKING AND I NEEDED TO STEER VEHICLE TO SHOULDER OF ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10534805","quote_3_text":"AFTER EXITING THE FREEWAY, I WAS DRIVING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AND THE ENGINE CUT OUT WITHOUT WARNING. I WAS UNABLE TO CHANGE LANES DUE TO LACK OF POWER AND POWER STEERING, SO I TRIED TO RE-START THE ENGINE WHILE COASTING IN THE FAST LANE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure (TDI diesel)","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2012-09 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10861470","quote_1_text":"THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AT 130,000 MILES COSTING $5000 TO REPLACE THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP AND 4 INJECTORS","quote_2_odi":"10747211","quote_2_text":"ON 5 AUG 2015, AT APPROXIMATELY 9:00 PM, MY 2013 VW GOLF TDI SUDDENLY DIED WHILE DRIVING DOWN A MAJOR THOROUGHFARE IN LEXINGTON, KY","quote_3_odi":"10627303","quote_3_text":"I WAS ENTERING THE FREEWAY AND ACCELERATING WHEN I REALIZED THAT MY CAR WOULDN'T GO FASTER THAN 40MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-intercooler-water-intrusion","label":"Intercooler water intrusion causing misfire or no-start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2022-01","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11447672","quote_1_text":"Misfiring after cold starts. After driving the car in freezing temperatures, problem sometimes happens when the car is allowed to sit and water in the intercooler melts","quote_2_odi":"10659501","quote_2_text":"I DRIVE 50 MILES ONE WAY TO WORK. DROVE CAR TO WORK AND PARKED FOR THE DAY (6 AM), WENT OUT AFTER WORK TO START CAR AND CAR WOULD NOT TURN OVER. CAR ACTED AS IF THE MOTOR WAS LOCKED, CAR IS A MANUAL DRIVE SO I LEFT CAR IN GEAR AND ROLLED BACK WARD TO BUMP MOTOR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall repair unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10950371","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL - I RECEIVED A NOTICE OF THIS RECALL ALMOST A YEAR AGO, AND JUST CONTACTED THE DEALER AND WAS TOLD THERE IS NO PROJECTED DATE FOR THE REPAIR. AFTER READING ABOUT THIS, IT SEEMS LIKE SOMETHING VERY DANGEROUS TO BE LEFT UNREPAIRED WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"10919740","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL, IT'S BEEN 5 MONTHS SINCE I GOT THE NOTICE; HOWEVER, THE DEALER STILL HAS NO PART TO REPLACE THE DEFECTED PART","quote_3_odi":"10935375","quote_3_text":"WHY IS IT TAKING SO LONG TO IMPLEMENT A FIX FOR THE TAKATA DRIVER-SIDE AIRBAG RECALL? MAKES ME NERVOUS TO DRIVE THE CAR AND FRUSTRATED THAT THERE IS AN UN-ACTIONED RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2013-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":43,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10956189","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. LOSS OF ENGINE POWER, BRAKING AND STEERING","quote_2_odi":"11450468","quote_2_text":"Car shut off while driving on the freeway at a high rate of speed. EPS and Check Engine light came on. Luckily was able to pull over without hurting anyone. Local repair shop said it is the timing chain system","quote_3_odi":"11506679","quote_3_text":"i was driving down the freeway on the way to work at 75 mph when all of a sudden my EPC went off in my 2013 volkswagon gti my entire car shut down (manual transmission) i lost all steering ability while on the freeway going 75 mph i couldn't get over to","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11406568","quote_1_text":"CLOCK SPRING BROKE. THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE AND RECALL FOR PREVIOUS YEARS, BUT APPARENTLY NOT MINE. SYMPTOMS ARE AIRBAG LIGHT ON, INOPERABLE STEERING WHEEL ACCESSORIES INCLUDING HORN. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. IT SHOULD BE RECALLED…","quote_2_odi":"11208694","quote_2_text":"KEPT HEARING A CLICKING NOISE WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL. TODAY WHEN BACKING INTO A PARKING SPOT, THERE WAS A REAL LOUD CLICK, ALMOST LIKE A SNAP, AND MY AIR BAG ERROR MESSAGE IMMEDIATELY SHOWED UP AND NONE OF THE BUTTONS ON MY STEERING WHEEL WOULD WORK ANYMORE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-fuel-system-leaks","label":"Fuel system leaks and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11604416","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had recall for \"leaking fuel fire risk\" Strong smell of fuel inside car. Manufacturer recall #20UF NHTSA recall 24V110 There has not been a fix yet available. Dealer (Team Volkswagen Merrillville IN) replaced the Jet fuel pump. Problem continued…","quote_2_odi":"11495757","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Golf. The contact noticed that the fuel pump would frequent stop while fueling the vehicle. The contact then stated that while his vehicle was being driven by a valet, fuel began to pour out of the fuel tank while on an incline…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-loss-of-motive-power","label":"Loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11400372","quote_1_text":"THE ENGINE WILL SHUT OFF WITHOUT WARNING. THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL ERROR MESSAGE COMES UP ON THE INFORMATION DISPLAY ALONG WITH A TPMS ERROR. THIS HAS HAPPENED IN INTERSECTIONS AND HAS PUT ME IN DANGER OF COLLISIONS FROM SUDDEN DECELERATIONS WITHOUT WARNING…","quote_2_odi":"10746890","quote_2_text":"WHILST DRIVING HOME AT APPROXIMATELY 6:30 PM DURING HEAVY FREEWAY TRAFFIC, APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH THE ELECTRONIC DRIVE SYSTEM OF THE VW EGOLF DIED. I LOST ALL POWER AND WAS FORCED TO PULL ACROSS THREE LANES OF TRAFFIC TO REACH THE SAFETY OF THE SHOULDER…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11739492","quote_1_text":"The right rear coil spring on my 2015 Volkswagen Golf fractured suddenly while the vehicle was completely stationary in a parking lot. There was no collision, pothole impact, curb strike, road hazard, or other external event that could reasonably explain the failure…","quote_2_odi":"11532637","quote_2_text":"Driving on thruway at 65 when the left rear coil spring broke. There was a loud bang and pieces of the spring exited out onto the highway where several vehicles ran over them before they bounced off the road.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-shifter-fault-warning","label":"Gear shifter position fault warning","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11232586","quote_1_text":"WHEN I START MY CAR IN THE MORNING THE CODE ERROR SERVICE VEHICLE. ONLY LEAVE VEHICLE IN P POSITION! IT GOES AWAY BUT FLASHES AGAIN AS I'M DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY OR A REGULAR ROAD OR TURNING EITHER RIGHT OR LEFT…","quote_2_odi":"11163155","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS INTERMITTENTLY SHOWING ERROR 'ERROR: SERVICE VEHICLE, LEAVE ONLY ON P'. ERROR HAPPENS RANDOMLY, BUT USUALLY DURING OR JUST AFTER DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. ALWAYS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering and water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"10822447","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME FROM WORK TODAY ON THE INTERSTATE AND IT SOUNDED LIKE A SHOTGUN WENT OFF. MY SUNROOF SHATTERED. I LOOKED UP AND THERE WAS A HUGE HOLE IN THE MIDDLE. IT WAS ABOUT 68 DEGREES F, SO IT WASN'T COLD…","quote_2_odi":"11573889","quote_2_text":"There is a crack and leak in my sunroof. I have not done anything to my car that would result in the crack. Based on Reddit searches, this is a frequent problem for VW owners…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2015-thermostat-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":129,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11549044","quote_1_text":"Thermostat housing and water pump are leaking coolant. It is available for inspection. It can cause my engine to overheat and/or fail while being used. It has been confirmed by a dealership…","quote_2_odi":"11310624","quote_2_text":"THIS IS A SECOND REPAIR FOR A FAILED THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP ON THIS VEHICLE. THE FIRST TIME, JANUAARY 2019, THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND RELATED SEALS WERE REPLACED. THIS TIME THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND WATER PUMP WERE BOTH REPLACED.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11099933","quote_1_text":"DESPITE A 2015 RECALL, 2016 GOLFS ARE STILL BEING AFFECTED BY FAULTY CLOCK SPRING SETUPS AND A LACK OF SOME TYPE OF COVER THAT IS PREVENTING DEBRIS FROM GETTING INSIDE AND BREAKING THEM. WHILE DRIVING THE CAR, THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT WENT ON. I THEN NOTICED THAT NONE OF THE","quote_2_odi":"11110420","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING ON MY CAR WENT BAD AFTER 46,000 MILES. MAKES AIRBAG UNUSEABLE AND STEERING COLUMN CONTROLS DO NOT WORK EITHER","quote_3_odi":"11383440","quote_3_text":"ALL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS INOPERATIVE. THIS INCLUDES AIRBAG, HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, RADIO CONTROLS, ETC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-epc-light-power-loss","label":"EPC light with stutter and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11469525","quote_1_text":"EPC light comes on whenever turbo is engages, loss of power (no turbo). EPC light goes off when car is restarted, back on after a few minutes of driving. Error codes indicate turbo issues. Vehicle has 40K odometer mikes. Chat forums have numerous similar reports from other","quote_2_odi":"10885240","quote_2_text":"TWO PRIMARY PROBLEMS WITH THIS CAR AT THIS TIME: 1. EPC (ENGINE POWER CONTROL) LIGHT COMES ON FREQUENTLY WHILE DRIVING AT STREET AND FREEWAY SPEEDS. WHEN THE LIGHT COMES ON THE CAR JERKS FORWARD AND RIDES ROUGH. I AM CONCERNED ABOUT THE SAFETY OF THIS CAR AND IT NOT RUNNING","quote_3_odi":"11688624","quote_3_text":"The EPC light has luminated 3 times in the last several months. The vehicle stutters and will not accelerate past 25 MPH. Shutting off the engine and restarting it clears the light and vehicle drives normally. The check engine light does not illuminate and no OBDII codes are","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11433810","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. \"Volkswagen\" is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Volkswagen Golf, Golf SportWagen, GTI, Audi A3 sedan and A3 Cabriolet vehicles. Due to a problem with the suction pump inside the fuel tank, fuel may flow into the evaporative emissions","quote_2_odi":"11517819","quote_2_text":"Fuel was found to be leaking from the rear passenger side wheel well. A secondary flame source could cause a significant fire risk. Issue is being investigated by local VW dealer. There are no warning lamps or messages prior to the failure. Dealer recommends a replacement of the","quote_3_odi":"11571071","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was an abnormally strong gasoline odor in the cabin of the vehicle. The contact drove to the residence and became aware that there was a puddle of gasoline under the passenger’s","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11234534","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF FRAME LEAKS WATER INTO THE CAR. THE WATER DRIPS ON TO THE CENTER CONSOLE HARDWARE/ELECTRONICS AND HARDWARE/ELECTRONICS LOCATED ON THE WINDSHIELD. THE LEAK IS A KNOWN DEFECT FOR VW GOLF 2016, AS VW PREVIOUSLY SENT OUT A RECALL FOR THE SUNROOF FRAME. THE LEAK OCCURS AFTER","quote_2_odi":"11376865","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO HEADLINER AND DOWN THE SIDE PILLARS. OCCURS WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION DURING PERIODS OF EXTENDED RAIN. RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS, SOUND SYSTEM AND FABRIC/BODY COMPONENTS","quote_3_odi":"11270298","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF DRAIN REINFORCEMENT STEEL HAS DEVELOPED STRESS CRACKS. WHICH HAS LET WATER LEAK INSIDE VEHICLE, ONTO HEADLINER AND DOWN A-PILLARS SATURATING FRONT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS MAKING THEM DEFECTIVE. VEHICLE CAN BE STATIONARY OR OPERATED, IT WILL LEAK EITHER WAY. VOLKSWAGEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2016-thermostat-housing-leak","label":"Thermostat housing coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11509371","quote_1_text":"The vehicle overheated during normal driving. The car advised the driver to stop immediately. The car was inspected later the same day by a VW dealer service department that determined the water pump and thermostat housing required replacement. Estimated cost is $1400","quote_2_odi":"11423690","quote_2_text":"The thermostat housing and water pump are leaking due to a known manufacturing defect. I had the water pump and thermostat housing replaced around 65,000 miles from an independent Volkswagen mechanic. He informed me that it appears the water pump had been replaced prior to my","quote_3_odi":"11452318","quote_3_text":"At 49,086, our 2016 Volkswagen Golf developed a leak in the thermostat assembly housing. The Volkswagen dealership, Elk Grove Volkswagen in Elk Grove, CA, strongly recommended the replacement of the thermostat assembly housing which included replacement of the thermostat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, and controls","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11477257","quote_1_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced. I’ve been quoted $712.00 for this repair","quote_2_odi":"11460207","quote_2_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","quote_3_odi":"11442725","quote_3_text":"Faulty clock spring causing passenger airbag warning and loss of steering wheel controls, ie: horn, volume, cruise","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-epc-limp-mode-power-loss","label":"Turbo wastegate actuator failure and sudden power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11579405","quote_1_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod. This is due to poor design and is a common issue on all 2015-2020 VW/Audi 1.8l TSI engines","quote_2_odi":"11121660","quote_2_text":"TRAVELING ALONG A SLIGHTLY HILLY ROAD AT 35MPH WHEN THE ENGINE SUDDENLY SPIKED TO 3000RPM AND THE CAR'S ACCELERATOR PEDAL STOPPED FUNCTIONING. HAD TO APPLY BRAKES AND PULL TO THE SIDE","quote_3_odi":"10944077","quote_3_text":"WHILE TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS THE VEHICLE FLASHED THE EPC WARNING LIGHT AND SUDDENLY LOST ALL POWER AND RAPIDLY DECELERATED. THE CAR HAD TO COAST OFF THE HIGHWAY AND WOULD NOT RESPOND TO THROTTLE INPUT ONCE STOPPED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":52,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11605426","quote_1_text":"July 30,2024 I own a Golf 2017. My suction jet pump has failed. I cannot drive my car because I can't put gas into it. I need my car for work. The recall does not have the part available and it seems there hasn't been a part to fix this for a very long time","quote_2_odi":"11533709","quote_2_text":"Gasoline was leaking profusely out the back of near the right rear tire well. I had it inspected by Camelback VW (Dealer) and they said the fuel tank failed. The car has 55.8k miles on it, bought in December of 2017","quote_3_odi":"11441821","quote_3_text":"On 10/23/2021 in the process of refueling the vehicle in question the gas pump shut off after only pumping less than a gallon of gas. Repeated attempts yielded the same results. Additionally gas would back up and flow down the over flow tube onto the ground","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":36,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11093635","quote_1_text":"2017 VW GOLF ALLTRACK: HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR FOUR MONTHS NOW AND JUST HAD THREE DAYS WORTH OF RAIN HERE IN MICHIGAN. THE FRONT OF THE HEADLINER IS COMPLETELY SOAKED ON BOTH A-PILLARS AND AROUND THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE OF THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11175989","quote_2_text":"MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS HAD AN ISSUE WITH WATER INTRUSION. DECEMBER OF 2017 I TOOK THE CAR INTO VW OF POHANKA, MARYLAN. THEY REPLACED THE HEADLINER, DRAINAGE TUBES, AND SMOOTHED OUT THE WELDS TO TRY AND FIX THE PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11231067","quote_3_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded. got pulled over and looked and the glass is literally blown outward not inward like something falling on it","quote_2_odi":"11122026","quote_2_text":"SHATTERED SUNROOF FOR 2017 VW GOLF GTI. SUNROOF SHATTERED FOLLOWING A LOUD NOISE WITH NO OBVIOUS DIRECT CAUSE. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES AHEAD AND NO OVERHEADS OR BRIDGES IN THE AREA","quote_3_odi":"11064526","quote_3_text":"WAS DRIVING ON THE FREE WAY WHEN SUDDENLY HEARD A LOUD BANG THAT SOUNDED LIKE A FUN SHOT. IMMEDIATELY I HEARD A CRACK AND PIECES OF GLASS FROM MY SUNROOF STARTED FALLING INTO MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension spring and strut mount failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11115079","quote_3_text":"THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTS ON THIS CAR CONTINUALLY GO BAD. AFTER SEVERAL MONTHS OF MIXED CITY AND HIGHWAY (NO OFFROAD) DRIVING, THE STRUTS MAKE A RUMBLE AT LOW SPEEDS ON ANYTHING BUT A FLAT ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2017-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-loss","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":187,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11527425","quote_1_text":"The thermostat housing leaked all my radiator fluid across the front of the engine block. I have to refill the reservoir every 2-3 days in order to keep the coolant in the engine and to keep it from overheating","quote_2_odi":"11453632","quote_2_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it. This water pump was not build well and VW really should designed a better one","quote_3_odi":"11406710","quote_3_text":"REPLACED MY WATER PUMP 2 TIMES ALREADY. NOW I AM REPLACING THERMOSTAT HOUSING. ALL THIS UNDER 45000 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine stalls or hesitates on restart","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11484494","quote_1_text":"Vehicle intermittently stalls when coming to a stop in traffic while in gear. Has occurred on multiple separate occasions, but cannot be easily re-produced. When vehicle stalls it can be difficult to restart while in traffic and occurs without warning creating safety hazard","quote_2_odi":"11110481","quote_2_text":"AFTER RESTARTING HOT ENGINE AFTER A BRIEF STOP, CAR MIGHT STUMBLE DURING FIRST ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, FOR EXAMPLE TRYING TO ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A PARKING LOT. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AND HAS BEEN CAUSE FOR ALARM. THE ENGINE IS RUNNING BUT FEELS AS IF IT IS NOT. THIS IS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-forward-collision-false-brake","label":"Forward collision assist brakes without cause","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11395424","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGES WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. AT BOTH SLOW AND MODERATE SPEEDS WITH NO OBSTACLE IN FRONT OF CAR. RISK OF CAUSING A REAR-END ACCIDENT VERY HIGH. DEALERSHIP RAN DIAGNOSTIC AND FOUND NOTHING. RECOMMENDS DISABLING SYSTEM IF ISSUE PERSISTS","quote_2_odi":"11459292","quote_2_text":"Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection. Had there been a vehicle behind me, the system may have needlessly","quote_3_odi":"11565501","quote_3_text":"Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic. In normal course of driving (~25 mph) vehicle applied full brakes with no advance notice in","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-fuel-jet-pump-leak-odor","label":"Fuel suction jet pump leaks, gas odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11538196","quote_1_text":"During refueling after low fuel indicator, fuel tank was not able to accept any fuel. During a second attempt, vehicle accepted 0.25 gallons but all of this fuel came gushing out of the tank from the inlet and from the passenger side rear wheel well. Fuel kept leaking for","quote_2_odi":"11600571","quote_2_text":"I have a recall for the jet pump in the fuel tank of my vehicle. I have had fuel leaking from my charcoal canister. The vehicle is at the dealership right now, and they have confirmed this. Yet they will not make a repair on it and have been without my vehicle for over a week","quote_3_odi":"11476551","quote_3_text":"Fuel leaking from charcoal canister next to exhaust can lead to fire. Fuel leaking on to ground by passenger side rear wheel. Strong smell of gasoline outside and inside car. Caused dizziness while driving can harm children. No warning or any lights other then strong odour of","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-panoramic-roof-leak","label":"Panoramic roof leaks and stains headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11265296","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC MOONROOF LEAKING AROUND EDGES AND STAINING HEADLINER AND UPHOLESTRY","quote_2_odi":"11269976","quote_2_text":"WATER LEAK FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF. HEADLINER AND A PILLAR IS WET AND WILL BE REPLACED. WINDSHIELD FOGGED AND HAD CONDENSATION","quote_3_odi":"11183961","quote_3_text":"LESS THAN ONE YEAR INTO OWNERSHIP, THE CAR HAS EXPERIENCED A PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAK ON BOTH THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AREA NEAR THE A-PILLAR AND THE SUNVISOR. THERE HAVE BEEN MULTIPLE REPORTED INCIDENTS ALL OVER VARIOUS SOURCES ON THE INTERNET. THE SUNROOF, VISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-sharp-interior-trim-cuts","label":"Peeling interior trim edge cuts fingers","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11625316","quote_1_text":"There is an issue with the gear shift cover trim. The piece that goes around the gear shift has a chrome coating that has been pealing off. Over multiple occasions that pealed off piece of metal has cut my finger causing bleeding. There seems to be a recall on the DSG GTI for","quote_2_odi":"11570664","quote_2_text":"There is a peeling plastic/metal chrome trim piece on the steering wheel that cause a finger laceration","quote_3_odi":"11413606","quote_3_text":"TRIM ON CENTER CONSOLE ABOVE SHIFTER AND BELOW CENTER CUBBY IS RAZOR SHARP AND HAS CUT MY HAND DEEPLY TWICE WHILE PARKED AND CLEANING INTERIOR SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shatters without impact","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11704994","quote_1_text":"Sunroof Glass Implosion While Driving (2018 Volkswagen Golf) While driving my 2018 Volkswagen Golf at normal highway speed, my sunroof suddenly and violently imploded without any warning or external impact. The sound was extremely loud—similar to a gunshot or an explosion—and","quote_2_odi":"11508588","quote_2_text":"We were driving on the highway when the sunroof exploded. There were 4 of us in the car and none of us recalls anything striking the sunroof. Glass exploded wverywhere","quote_3_odi":"11469462","quote_3_text":"I was driving west on I-80 and my sunroof exploded/shattered. There was no rock to be found anywhere","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2018-thermostat-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing leaks coolant","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":37,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11490647","quote_1_text":"Received a low coolant warning and then checked the coolant level. Coolant was low and was topped off. One week later the issue recurred as the coolant level and dropped below minimum levels again. Thermostat housing had a slow leak which was discovered by the dealer. This seems","quote_2_odi":"11384548","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAK NOTICED UNDERNEAT THE ENGINE. IT RUN DOWN TO THE OIL PAN DRIPPING ON THE DRIVE WAY. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY SAID LEAK IS COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING. MILEAGE IS NOW 73700. VW POWERTRAIN WARRANTY COVERS UP TO 72000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11587310","quote_1_text":"When driving down the road doing about 35 mph with no car close in front of me my forward collision sensor went off without warning and initiated sharp braking which almost caused the car behind me to run into me","quote_2_odi":"11584895","quote_2_text":"When driving over train tracks the automatic emergency brakes engaged and the forward collision detection beeping alarm sounded. This has happened over 5 times since I have owned the car","quote_3_odi":"11443870","quote_3_text":"11/2021 @ 5927 miles - sunny day, no vehicle in front, without warning AEB lit up, flashing and automatic brakes engaged, vibration felt, bringing car to near stop for no reason","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-ignition-switch-electrical-loss","label":"Ignition switch fault disabling gauges and electronics","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11545891","quote_1_text":"Several times now, my 2019 VW Golf Alltrack S while driving has flashed a warning saying \"ignition switched off\" and then \"check starter system\". I can still apply the brakes, steer, and accelerate, but various electrical systems stopped working, including the speedometer","quote_2_odi":"11539008","quote_2_text":"While driving, all vehicle gauges and HVAC suddenly stopped working. Car beeped, and screen said \"pull over safely\" (or something like that), and then said \"Check starter system\". Turned car off, and then eventually it turned back on","quote_3_odi":"11530947","quote_3_text":"On July 5, 2023 the electronics in our 2019 VW Golf Alltrack S, stopped working, while that car was been driven on a highway","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-stall-coming-to-stop","label":"Engine stall while slowing to a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11208702","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS AS CAR COMES TO A FULL STOP IN NORMAL STREET TRAFFIC: BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, CLUTCH ENGAGED OR DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY; BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR AND CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11228856","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE RANDOMLY STALLS AT LOW SPEED WHEN BREAKING APPROX 5 MPH OR EVEN WHEN STATIONARY AFTER COMING TO A HALT. HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS IN NEUTRAL OR WHEN THE CLUTCH IS FULLY DEPRESSED. THIS IS NOT A CASE OF WRONG GEAR OR NOT FULLY DEPRESSING THE CLUTCH","quote_3_odi":"11203618","quote_3_text":"ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS SINCE ABOUT APRIL 8,2019 MY NEW GTI STALLED WHILE I WAS DRIVING. WHEN THE CAR STALLS IT DOES SO WITHOUT WARNING. THE STALL OCCURS AS IF THE CAR SIMPLY TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Sunroof water leaks and glass shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11549494","quote_1_text":"Driving on the interstate with no cars near me and my sunroof exploded and showered me with glass. VW is claiming that it was hit and it was not. The car is my daily driver, and I inspect it daily","quote_2_odi":"11308999","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS DELIVERED BRAND NEW WITH A LEAKING PANORAMIC SUNROOF. THE DEALERSHIP ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR IT BY GRINDING DOWN BAD WELDS, REPLACING THE SUNROOF ASSEMBLY AND HEADLINER TO NO AVAIL","quote_3_odi":"11322344","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO CABIN CAUSING HEADLINER STAINS AND WATER DAMAGE TO HEADLINER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-transmission-lurch-hesitation","label":"Transmission lurch and delayed acceleration from stops","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11709174","quote_1_text":"The transmission lurches and studders at stops with roughly 60K miles on it. The dealer believes it to be the mechatronic unit. I am put at risk because the car begins to move, stops, and then begins again moving","quote_2_odi":"11636066","quote_2_text":"When I take my foot off the brake to accelerate, the car jerks backward and shudders. It feels as though it’s about to stall. When pressing the gas pedal, the car also has delayed acceleration. Both of these issues create dangerous driving conditions","quote_3_odi":"11323353","quote_3_text":"ISSUE WITH AUTOMATIC DSG TRANSMISSION AFTER 3 DAYS OF OWNERSHIP AND 182 MILES ON THE ODOMETER. ISSUE FIRST HAPPENED WHILE ACCELERATING FROM A STOP AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT AFTER IT TURNED GREEN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf","model_slug":"golf","cluster_id":"golf-2019-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak and engine overheating","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":81,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-31","quote_1_odi":"11500632","quote_1_text":"Faulty/unreliable water pump resulted in sudden coolant leak and subsequently overheating the engine","quote_2_odi":"11407230","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAKING FROM THERMOSTAT HOUSING WATERPUMP MODULE CAUSING ENGINE ISSUES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-brake-system-failure","label":"Service brake system failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11175968","quote_1_text":"MASTER BRAKE CYLINDER FAILURE CAUSING MY BRAKES TO NOT WORK AND ENDANGERED MY SAFETY ON THE ROAD. NO INDICATIONS OF FAILURE UNTIL I WAS ALREADY ON THE ROAD WITH NO BRAKE FLUID IN THE CYLINDER","quote_2_odi":"10948507","quote_2_text":"BRAKE FAILURE. THE CAR WAS BEING DRIVEN AROUND 20MPH, WHEN A 'BRAKE: FLUID LOW SEE OWNER'S MANUAL' MESSAGE CAME ON. AFTER SEEING THIS MESSAGE PRESSURE WAS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10897131","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 TO 25 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A CRACKLING NOISE WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE BRAKES FAILED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE TO STOP THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-console-trim-edge-laceration","label":"Center console trim edge laceration","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11186048","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT EDGE OF THE DECORATIVE METAL TRIM AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR SLICED MY FINGER OPEN. THIS OCCURRED ON 3/12/2019 WHILE REACHING INTO THE BIN IN FRONT OF THE TRIM","quote_2_odi":"11181359","quote_2_text":"THE CHROME TRIM DETAIL AROUND THE GEAR SELECTOR BASE PEELED UP SLIGHTLY RIGHT IN FRONT OF THE STORAGE CUBBY. IT IS NOT VISIBLE FROM A NORMAL SEATED POSITION THAT IT PEELED UP","quote_3_odi":"11181722","quote_3_text":"THE SILVER METAL TRIM THAT BORDERS THE GEAR SHIFTER HAS STARTED TO PEEL AWAY FROM THE PLASTIC BASE TRIM UNDERNEATH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-fuel-tank-evap-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank leak and EVAP suction pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11677730","quote_1_text":"Fuel is leaking from near the gas tank when the car is running and creates a puddle- I took my car to the local VW dealership in February to get the Suction Jet Pump Recall completed","quote_2_odi":"11365177","quote_2_text":"SUCTION PUMP INSIDE GAS TANK ALLOWED GAS TO COLLECT WITHIN THE EVAPORATIVE-EMISSION SYSTEM. THIS FILLED THE CHARCOAL CANISTER FILTER WITH LIQUID GASOLINE. THIS GASOLINE SPILLED OUT INTO THE CAR ON THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR WHEEL WELL AND ON TO THE GARAGE FLOOR","quote_3_odi":"10927245","quote_3_text":"DEALER PERFORMED RECALL SERVICE FOR SAFETY RECALL 16V647 - SUCTION PUMP. FOLLOWING SERVICE SERVICE STATION PUMP TRIPS OFF AFTER FILLING SMALL AMOUNT OF GAS AND GAS GAUGE IS INOPERATIVE. DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO CORRECTLY PROBLEM IN 3 SERVICE VISITS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11675516","quote_1_text":"I was driving on the highway, and heard a quiet sound like someone sprinkling sand on my windshield for about 10 seconds. All of a sudden, the sun roof burst and shattered with a loud pop","quote_2_odi":"11056719","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING TO WORK ON MY USUAL HIGHWAY ROUTE WHEN MY SUNROOF EXPLODED. THERE WERE NOT CARS IN PROXIMITY TO MINE, NONE IN FRONT, TO THE SIDE OR REAR","quote_3_odi":"11104517","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT AROUND 15MPH IN A RESIDENTIAL AREA WHEN I HEARD THE LOUD SOUND LIKE A GUNSHOT. I STOPPED IMMEDIATELY AND WENT OUTSIDE TO FIND THAT MY SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11300201","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS INTO THE INTERIOR A FRAME PILLARS. IT LEAKS IN THE RAIN, THE SNOW, AND EVEN THE CAR WASH. THE LEAK STARTS AS A DAMP SPOT IN THE INTERIOR WHERE THE HEADLINER MEETS THE A FRAME PILLAR","quote_2_odi":"11376865","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS INTO HEADLINER AND DOWN THE SIDE PILLARS. OCCURS WHEN STATIONARY AND IN MOTION DURING PERIODS OF EXTENDED RAIN. RESULTS IN DAMAGE TO ELECTRONICS, SOUND SYSTEM AND FABRIC/BODY COMPONENTS","quote_3_odi":"11270298","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF DRAIN REINFORCEMENT STEEL HAS DEVELOPED STRESS CRACKS. WHICH HAS LET WATER LEAK INSIDE VEHICLE, ONTO HEADLINER AND DOWN A-PILLARS SATURATING FRONT SIDE CURTAIN AIRBAGS MAKING THEM DEFECTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2016-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":147,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11322437","quote_1_text":"THERMOSTAT HOUSING/WATER PUMP FAILED AT 80,000 MILES. THIS FAILURE COULD HAVE STRANDED ME DURING COVID PANDEMIC FAR FROM HOME","quote_2_odi":"11423690","quote_2_text":"The thermostat housing and water pump are leaking due to a known manufacturing defect. I had the water pump and thermostat housing replaced around 65,000 miles from an independent Volkswagen mechanic","quote_3_odi":"11386719","quote_3_text":"MY THERMOSTAT HAD A COOLANT LEAK AT 37K, AND THIS WAS DIAGNOSED AT THE VW DEALERSHIP IN 12/20. MY VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN IN AN ACCIDENT, AND HAS BEEN METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED AT THE VW DEALERSHIP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction jet pump leak","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":72,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11338492","quote_1_text":"AT 47,000 MILES THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ALLOW FUEL TO BE PUT INTO THE TANK. TAKEN TO DEALERSHIP TO BE TOLD THAT THE SUCTION PUMP INSIDE GAS TANK WAS OVER PRESSURIZING THE TANK CAUSING FUEL TO SHOOT OUT OF THE GAS FILLING TUBE","quote_2_odi":"11693205","quote_2_text":"On October 13, 2025, while driving my 2017 Volkswagen GTI, I noticed a strong odor of gasoline inside and around the vehicle. After parking and inspecting the car, I observed a large pool of gasoline forming in front of the rear passenger-side wheel well","quote_3_odi":"11694805","quote_3_text":"Description of the Problem: The fuel pump failed and began spraying gasoline during operation. The malfunction was documented on video by an authorized Volkswagen mechanic and confirmed by a Volkswagen dealership in Honolulu, Hawaii","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-gear-shift-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Gear shift trim edge laceration","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609661","quote_1_text":"I have gear shift trim that has peeled and is extermely sharp in my vehicle. This had led to cutting my hands multiple times while accessing the center storage compartment","quote_2_odi":"11441159","quote_2_text":"On 8/22/21, the aluminum/plastic trim around the gear shifter boot gave me a deep cut on my pinky finger as I removed my phone from the USB adapter. The bleeding did not stop for several hours even after applying pressure and I'm very lucky that I didn't need stitches!!!","quote_3_odi":"11404319","quote_3_text":"INTERIOR TRIM IN FRONT OF SHIFTER IS UNREASONABLY SHARP. WHEN REMOVING ITEMS, LIKE CELL PHONE, OR WALLET FROM THE STORAGE CUBBY IN FRONT OF THE SHIFTER MULTIPLE FINGERS HAVE BEEN SNAGGED AND SLICED DEEPLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11231067","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","quote_2_odi":"11257402","quote_2_text":"I AM SEEING WATER STAINS ON MY HEADLINER AROUND THE ENTIRE PANORAMIC SUNROOF. THERE IS WATER SOAKING THE CARPETS ON THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER CARPETS. THERE IS ALSO A MUSTY SMELL DUE TO THE STANDING WATER THAT HAS BEEN LEAKING FROM THE SUNROOF","quote_3_odi":"11217100","quote_3_text":"NUMEROUS CRACKS APPEARED IN THE SUNROOF FRAME OF THE 2017 VW GTI CAUSING LEAKING AND INSTABILITY OF PANORAMIC SUNROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-steering-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11585888","quote_1_text":"The Clock Spring Assembly on my vehicle failed. In May 2023 Volkswagen of America issued an extended warranty coverage notice for the part. After doing some research and determining the part failure, I called my local VW dealer to report the problem","quote_2_odi":"11477257","quote_2_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11460207","quote_3_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded. got pulled over and looked and the glass is literally blown outward not inward like something falling on it","quote_2_odi":"11527665","quote_2_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the highway. No collision or impact. Sounded like a gunshot. Had to immediately pull over, remove all of the glass in order to drive it at all","quote_3_odi":"11498054","quote_3_text":"The sunroof glass exploded while driving. Shattered glass had the potential to fall into the vehicle had the sun shield not been closed. Shattered class could fly out onto the road causing hazards to other motorists","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension spring and subframe failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11394609","quote_3_text":"REAR SPRING BROKE. DEALER REPLACED BUT SAID CAR DOESN'T QUALIFY FOR RELATED SAFETY RECALL 42J5 EVEN THOUGH YEAR OF CAR IS LISTED IN RECALL DATE RANGE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2017-thermostat-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":231,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11287512","quote_1_text":"THERMOSTAT HOUSING & ASSOCIATED SEALS ON THE CURRENT 1.8L AND 2.0L VOLKSWAGEN/AUDI EA888 GEN 3 ENGINE ARE PRONE TO FAILURE, CAUSING LOSS OF ENGINE COOLANT. THIS COULD AFFECT ANY VW/AUDI VEHICLE USING THE 1.8 OR 2.0L EA888 GEN 3 ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11359910","quote_2_text":"THERE IS A CONSTANT COOLANT LEAK COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING AND WATER PUMP AREA. IT STARTED AS A SLOW LEAK, EVERY 10,000 MILES OR SO I WOULD HAVE TO TOP IT OFF AND NOW IT HAS GOTTEN TO THE POINT WHERE I HAVE TO FILL IT BACK UP EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"11453632","quote_3_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and hesitation on acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11661666","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Wastegate Turbo Failure / design flaw and “wrongfully and intentionally” concealed a defect from consumers that could cause their vehicle’s engine turbocharger to fail prematurely at any time","quote_2_odi":"11484494","quote_2_text":"Vehicle intermittently stalls when coming to a stop in traffic while in gear. Has occurred on multiple separate occasions, but cannot be easily re-produced","quote_3_odi":"11110481","quote_3_text":"AFTER RESTARTING HOT ENGINE AFTER A BRIEF STOP, CAR MIGHT STUMBLE DURING FIRST ATTEMPT TO ACCELERATE, FOR EXAMPLE TRYING TO ENTER TRAFFIC FROM A PARKING LOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-forward-collision-phantom-braking","label":"Forward collision assist phantom braking","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11565501","quote_1_text":"Second occurrence of this issue approximately two years apart, unresolved and unaddressed by manufacturer. Driving during evening on lit city street at night traveling in lane of traffic","quote_2_odi":"11459292","quote_2_text":"Had forward collision assist (turned on by default at engine start) turned on. When entering an intersection, vehicle stopped short to a full stop right in front of a metal plate on the road in the intersection","quote_3_odi":"11395424","quote_3_text":"AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGES WITHOUT CAUSE OR WARNING. AT BOTH SLOW AND MODERATE SPEEDS WITH NO OBSTACLE IN FRONT OF CAR. RISK OF CAUSING A REAR-END ACCIDENT VERY HIGH. DEALERSHIP RAN DIAGNOSTIC AND FOUND NOTHING. RECOMMENDS DISABLING SYSTEM IF ISSUE PERSISTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-fuel-tank-leak-recall","label":"Fuel tank leak and inability to refuel","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11602381","quote_1_text":"Cannot fill gas tank. Recall issued February 2024 no remedy available still. 24V110","quote_2_odi":"11600571","quote_2_text":"I have a recall for the jet pump in the fuel tank of my vehicle. I have had fuel leaking from my charcoal canister. The vehicle is at the dealership right now, and they have confirmed this","quote_3_odi":"11538196","quote_3_text":"During refueling after low fuel indicator, fuel tank was not able to accept any fuel. During a second attempt, vehicle accepted 0.25 gallons but all of this fuel came gushing out of the tank from the inlet and from the passenger side rear wheel well","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-headlight-failure","label":"Headlight failure and intermittent operation","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11544849","quote_1_text":"Hello my left front headlamp failed. Initially both my headlights were sweaty/foggy, which started early 2021 but no light present. This is a safety issue especially when driving at night","quote_2_odi":"11500614","quote_2_text":"Headlights don't turn on immediately upon ignition start. Error message appears on infotainment and dashboard","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-interior-trim-laceration","label":"Peeling chrome interior trim causing lacerations","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-04 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11625316","quote_1_text":"There is an issue with the gear shift cover trim. The piece that goes around the gear shift has a chrome coating that has been pealing off. Over multiple occasions that pealed off piece of metal has cut my finger causing bleeding","quote_2_odi":"11570664","quote_2_text":"There is a peeling plastic/metal chrome trim piece on the steering wheel that cause a finger laceration","quote_3_odi":"11413606","quote_3_text":"TRIM ON CENTER CONSOLE ABOVE SHIFTER AND BELOW CENTER CUBBY IS RAZOR SHARP AND HAS CUT MY HAND DEEPLY TWICE WHILE PARKED AND CLEANING INTERIOR SINCE PURCHASING THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-panoramic-roof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic roof water leak into headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11269976","quote_1_text":"WATER LEAK FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF. HEADLINER AND A PILLAR IS WET AND WILL BE REPLACED. WINDSHIELD FOGGED AND HAD CONDENSATION","quote_2_odi":"11265296","quote_2_text":"PANORAMIC MOONROOF LEAKING AROUND EDGES AND STAINING HEADLINER AND UPHOLESTRY","quote_3_odi":"11183961","quote_3_text":"LESS THAN ONE YEAR INTO OWNERSHIP, THE CAR HAS EXPERIENCED A PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAK ON BOTH THE DRIVERS SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AREA NEAR THE A-PILLAR AND THE SUNVISOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11508588","quote_1_text":"We were driving on the highway when the sunroof exploded. There were 4 of us in the car and none of us recalls anything striking the sunroof. Glass exploded wverywhere","quote_2_odi":"11469462","quote_2_text":"I was driving west on I-80 and my sunroof exploded/shattered. There was no rock to be found anywhere","quote_3_odi":"11281526","quote_3_text":"IMMEDIATELY AFTER BEGINNING TO LEAVE WORK ON NOVEMBER 13, 2019, I NOTICED THE SUNROOF ON MY 2018 VW GOLF WAS SHATTERING AND CRUMBLING AWAY, STARTING TOWARD THE FRONT AND CENTER OF THE SUNROOF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2018-thermostat-housing-coolant-leak","label":"Thermostat housing coolant leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":33,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11490647","quote_1_text":"Received a low coolant warning and then checked the coolant level. Coolant was low and was topped off. One week later the issue recurred as the coolant level and dropped below minimum levels again. Thermostat housing had a slow leak which was discovered by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11384548","quote_2_text":"COOLANT LEAK NOTICED UNDERNEAT THE ENGINE. IT RUN DOWN TO THE OIL PAN DRIPPING ON THE DRIVE WAY. TOOK THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THEY SAID LEAK IS COMING FROM THE THERMOSTAT HOUSING. MILEAGE IS NOW 73700. VW POWERTRAIN WARRANTY COVERS UP TO 72000","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking without an obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11584895","quote_1_text":"When driving over train tracks the automatic emergency brakes engaged and the forward collision detection beeping alarm sounded. This has happened over 5 times since I have owned the car. Many times the forward collision alarm will go off without engaging the brakes…","quote_2_odi":"11443870","quote_2_text":"11/2021 @ 5927 miles - sunny day, no vehicle in front, without warning AEB lit up, flashing and automatic brakes engaged, vibration felt, bringing car to near stop for no reason. Speed approx 35 mph on flat, straight roadway, approx 4 lanes heading one direction…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-airbag-warning-light","label":"Air bag warning light illumination","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11653958","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to start the vehicle and the air bag warning light illuminated. The contact attempted to contact the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed…","quote_2_odi":"11541513","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Golf. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light and the air bags warning light illuminated…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-stall-coming-to-stop","label":"Engine stall when coming to a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11208702","quote_1_text":"ENGINE STALLS AS CAR COMES TO A FULL STOP IN NORMAL STREET TRAFFIC: BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN NEUTRAL, CLUTCH ENGAGED OR DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY; BRAKING WITH TRANSMISSION IN GEAR AND CLUTCH FULLY DISENGAGED, NEAR-STATIONARY OR FULL-STATIONARY.","quote_2_odi":"11235282","quote_2_text":"COMING UP TO A STOP WITH THE VEHICLE IN NEUTRAL, WHETHER HAVING THE CAR IN NEUTRAL OR USING THE CLUTCH PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WILL STALL. THIS OCCURS IN ANY SCENARIO SUCH AS EXITING A HIGHWAY AND COMING TO A STOP, OR PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE, OR INCHING FORWARD IN TRAFFIC…","quote_3_odi":"11206028","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION, ENGINE STALLS AT LOW SPEEDS IN NEUTRAL. BRAND NEW CAR, ONLY 100 MILES.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2019-sunroof-shattering","label":"Sunroof shattering without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-10","source_complaint_count":61,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11228619","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH NO IMPACT WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY","quote_2_odi":"11549494","quote_2_text":"Driving on the interstate with no cars near me and my sunroof exploded and showered me with glass. VW is claiming that it was hit and it was not. The car is my daily driver, and I inspect it daily…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera and infotainment display failures","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11608225","quote_1_text":"Backup camera does not engage when vehicle is put in reverse","quote_2_odi":"11530014","quote_2_text":"Backup camera upon backing up, fails from time to time. The camera will freeze (showing a still image), It can lag (showing a delayed image), It will sometime show no image at all (just a black screen)","quote_3_odi":"11725088","quote_3_text":"- Recurring intermittent failure of the backup camera on this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-radiator-hose-contact","label":"Loose radiator hose contacting serpentine belt","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11472713","quote_1_text":"Clips that hold radiator failed, allowing a coolant hose to come into contact with a pulley, resulting in the immediate and complete loss of coolant","quote_2_odi":"11478096","quote_2_text":"Radiator came loose and cause a catastrophic coolant loss while driving leaving me stranded, a lot of people are having this problem","quote_3_odi":"11487780","quote_3_text":"Low coolant light appeared on dashboard. Radiator assembly had became dislodged and caused a coolant leak. Required immediate pullover on the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-shift-knob-detachment","label":"Manual transmission shift knob detaching from shaft","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11491949","quote_1_text":"The manual transmission shift knob has separated from the shift lever multiple times while driving","quote_2_odi":"11513479","quote_2_text":"The shift knob on the gear selector of my manual transmission vehicle broke off while attempting to merge into traffic while shifting into 2nd gear at roughly 10mph, leaving me unable to select a gear","quote_3_odi":"11480304","quote_3_text":"The shift knob on my 2022 VW Golf GTI cracked and broke off while driving at 500 miles. Was very scary as I couldn’t shift while driving at about 40 mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11619566","quote_1_text":"Sunroof exploding in the highway at 70mph. No traffic nearby, no rock hit it. It just exploded super loud","quote_2_odi":"11529661","quote_2_text":"The panoramic moonroof in my car exploded while I was driving home. It sounded like a shotgun went off inside my car and if the sun visor would have been open, glass would have fallen on me","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2022-travel-assist-steering-sensor","label":"Travel Assist / ACC disabled by steering wheel sensor fault","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":108,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11748626","quote_1_text":"Travel assist, the VW system that controls Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Departure Warning, is repeatedly and randomly failing on the 2022 VW GTI","quote_2_odi":"11623719","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact attempted to make a left turn and noticed that the travel assist feature became inoperable. The contact stated that the Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist inadvertently became inoperable","quote_3_odi":"11678436","quote_3_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-hill-start-assist-stall","label":"Hill Start Assist brake delay causing stall","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11730910","quote_1_text":"The \"Hill Start Assist\" function does not behave as-stated in the owner's manual and I believe the way it's implemented is a potential safety issue","quote_2_odi":"11669875","quote_2_text":"Manual transmission car. Hill hold brake assist feature is dangerous and can be fixed with software update. This is truly dangerous","quote_3_odi":"11607453","quote_3_text":"The \"Hill Hold\" feature on this 2024 GTI/Manual Transmission vehicle is dangerous and does not release when it is supposed to. It is extremely aggressive in the amount that it is holding","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-infotainment-camera-failure","label":"Infotainment system freeze and backup camera failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726276","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a recurring safety-related malfunction involving the backup camera, proximity sensors, and infotainment system on my 2024 Volkswagen GTI","quote_2_odi":"11714362","quote_2_text":"I believe the malfunction exists within the car's electronic system. The vehicle could potentially be up for inspection","quote_3_odi":"11616973","quote_3_text":"Backup camera blacked out or pixelated when transmission is put in reverse","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf GTI","model_slug":"golf-gti","cluster_id":"golf-gti-2024-travel-assist-warning-lights","label":"Travel Assist warning light flashing and beeping","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701974","quote_1_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_2_odi":"11642670","quote_2_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/golf-gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11460207","quote_1_text":"Clock Spring failure, air bag error, loss of horn and steering wheel button controls such as cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11504304","quote_2_text":"This is the second time since November 2022 that our clock spring has failed. While it's broken the driver has no airbag, horn, or usability of controls on steering wheel","quote_3_odi":"11477257","quote_3_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-fuel-tank-suction-pump-leak","label":"Fuel tank suction pump failure and fuel leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":53,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560614","quote_1_text":"The fuel suction pump in my 2017 volkswagen golf r failed causing strong gas odors to emit whenever the car is running, loss of power, inability to put more than a small amount of fuel in, and gas leaking into the evap and charcoal canister causing them to fail","quote_2_odi":"11533709","quote_2_text":"Gasoline was leaking profusely out the back of near the right rear tire well. I had it inspected by Camelback VW (Dealer) and they said the fuel tank failed","quote_3_odi":"11605490","quote_3_text":"On July 7, 2024, the fuel tank system on my car (2017 VW Golf) failed. I was unable to pump gas into the gas tank","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-gear-shift-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Gear shift trim sharp edge lacerations","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11609661","quote_1_text":"I have gear shift trim that has peeled and is extermely sharp in my vehicle. This had led to cutting my hands multiple times while accessing the center storage compartment","quote_2_odi":"11454485","quote_2_text":"Gear Shift trim piece chrome plating splits and lifts up. This part caused a laceration on my finger from the fingernail to 1st knuckle","quote_3_odi":"11437456","quote_3_text":"Chrome trim around the DSG shifter has peeling chrome which is razor sharp. It has cut my hand deeply and is a safety hazard to me and my family","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-panoramic-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11231067","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF LEAKS. HEADLINER I AND CARPET IS BADLY STAINED WITH VISIBLE MOLD GROWTH. PILLAR STAINING AS WELL. WATER LEAKS FROM DOME LIGHT AND SUNROOF CONTROL BUTTONS. WATER ALSO LEAKS INTO FOOT WELL","quote_2_odi":"11101498","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY. FOLLOWING RAIN, WATER LEAKED INTO THE CAR FROM THE PANORAMIC ROOF AT THE A-, B-, AND C-PILLARS AND REAR HATCH ON BOTH THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDES OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"11115725","quote_3_text":"THE CAR IS ONE YEAR OLD, AND THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF IS LEAKING. I CONTACTED VW AND SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11595149","quote_1_text":"driving down the highway at 70mph and what sounded like a gunshot inside the car. glass started falling on us driving down the road. the sunroof glass exploded","quote_2_odi":"11122026","quote_2_text":"SHATTERED SUNROOF FOR 2017 VW GOLF GTI. SUNROOF SHATTERED FOLLOWING A LOUD NOISE WITH NO OBVIOUS DIRECT CAUSE. THERE WERE NO VEHICLES AHEAD AND NO OVERHEADS OR BRIDGES IN THE AREA","quote_3_odi":"11498054","quote_3_text":"The sunroof glass exploded while driving. Shattered glass had the potential to fall into the vehicle had the sun shield not been closed. Shattered class could fly out onto the road causing hazards to other motorists","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-suspension-component-failure","label":"Suspension component noise and failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11578065","quote_1_text":"-rear coil springs snapped -if coil completely falls out there will be no suspension, creating a greater chance of accident -yes confirmed by mavis discount tire -inspected by me and mavis discount tire -no warning","quote_2_odi":"11496908","quote_2_text":"Car developed a knocking sound from the front-left which occurred during any movement of the suspension, i.e. from all minor perturbations of the road surface rather than major dynamic actions such as breaking or steering","quote_3_odi":"11432701","quote_3_text":"The vehicle had been making mild clunking noises for some time (at least 2.5 years) during some combinations of turns/bumps","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-thermostat-housing-water-pump-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11446261","quote_1_text":"Leaking water pump at less than 80,000 miles causing engine to overheat and become damaged","quote_2_odi":"11453632","quote_2_text":"Yes my concern is the water pump that is made out of plastic which is notorious to fail at low miles. My car only has 64k on it","quote_3_odi":"11449598","quote_3_text":"My car started to loose coolant around 50K. This is a common problem for MK7 Golf which is usually caused by failure of the waterpump housing","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf R","model_slug":"golf-r","cluster_id":"golf-r-2017-turbo-wastegate-actuator-seizure","label":"Turbo wastegate actuator seizure causing power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":194,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510454","quote_1_text":"Turbo wastegate actuator arm seized casing turbo failure. Wastegate stuck in the semi-open position","quote_2_odi":"11579405","quote_2_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod","quote_3_odi":"11546483","quote_3_text":"Vehicle EPC light comes on dash. OBD code is \"P00AF00 - Turbocharger Boost Control \"A\" Module\". This error causes sudden loss of power and loss of driver assistance (forward collision assist, blind spot assist, cruise control, etc.)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-r","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11074193","quote_1_text":"LOUD SNAPPING SOUND WHILE TURNING, AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED, LOST ALL ELECTRICAL FUNCTIONS OF STEERING WHEEL, INCLUDING HORN & AIRBAG. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION. HAD VEHICLE EXAMINED, CODES PULLED, DETERMINED IT WAS FAILURE OF THE CLOCK SPRING MECHANISM.","quote_2_odi":"11458761","quote_2_text":"After turning on the vehicle, I turned the steering wheel and heard a click, then the airbag malfunction warning light came on immediately. Horn and all steering wheel buttons have stopped working (radio control, cruise control etc). and airbag warning light remains on…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank and suction pump leaks","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11604416","quote_1_text":"Vehicle had recall for \"leaking fuel fire risk\" Strong smell of fuel inside car. Manufacturer recall #20UF NHTSA recall 24V110 There has not been a fix yet available. Dealer (Team Volkswagen Merrillville IN) replaced the Jet fuel pump.…","quote_2_odi":"11526988","quote_2_text":"I was putting gas and it started shooting out gas from the tank fuel. I had filled up 2 gallons and the entire two gallons ended up on the floor of the gas station.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-ptc-heater-overheating","label":"Auxiliary PTC heater connector overheating","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11699778","quote_1_text":"PTC auxiliary heater core connection point failure . It was reported that the wrong type of metal was used for the main electrical connection point for this part causing significant over heating further leading to melting and burning plastic.…","quote_2_odi":"11556818","quote_2_text":"I smelled a strong odor coming from the heater that turned out to be burnt plastic and wiring associated with the auxiliary heater. This is an obvious fire/ smoke hazard that could have been deadly if other nearby components caught fire.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11532637","quote_1_text":"Driving on thruway at 65 when the left rear coil spring broke. There was a loud bang and pieces of the spring exited out onto the highway where several vehicles ran over them before they bounced off the road.","quote_2_odi":"11460386","quote_2_text":"While driving the rear driver-side coil snapped and cause the car to veer across a lane. The car was driveable but this almost caused an accident. We had the broken coil inspected by an independent repair shop.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-shift-lever-micro-switch","label":"Shift lever micro switch failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-03 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11430118","quote_1_text":"We’re having the same shift lever micro switch problem that has already been recalled on tons of VW’s in 2019. The car is a rollaway risk and refuses to start as a result","quote_2_odi":"11163155","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS INTERMITTENTLY SHOWING ERROR 'ERROR: SERVICE VEHICLE, LEAVE ONLY ON P'. ERROR HAPPENS RANDOMLY, BUT USUALLY DURING OR JUST AFTER DRIVING IN WET CONDITIONS. ALWAYS WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN MOTION.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-shifter-trim-sharp-edge","label":"Shifter trim delamination with sharp edges","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11669266","quote_1_text":"The chrome plastic trim coating on the START/STOP button and also the steering wheel have peeled and are razor sharp. I cut myself badly on both pieces on my right fore fingertip and middle ring finger.…","quote_2_odi":"11320915","quote_2_text":"THE BRUSHED ALUMINUM TRIM AROUND THE GEARSHIFT SELECTOR PEELS UP LEAVING A RAZOR SHARP EDGE , THIS HAS CUT MY HAND ON MORE THAN ON OCCASION AS I REACHED INTO THE STORAGE COMPARTMENT BELOW THE INFOTAINMENT CENTER.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leaks","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11131101","quote_1_text":"LEAKING PANORAMIC SUNROOF CAUSES MOISTURE AND MOLD ON THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. HAPPENED IN THE RAIN WHEN PARKED AND DRIVING.","quote_2_odi":"11573889","quote_2_text":"There is a crack and leak in my sunroof. I have not done anything to my car that would result in the crack. Based on Reddit searches, this is a frequent problem for VW owners.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2015-thermostat-housing-leak","label":"Thermostat housing and water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":186,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-02","quote_1_odi":"11577119","quote_1_text":"Thermostat/water pump housing leaking coolant at 20,000 miles. No damage to vehicle that caused this, seems to be a common issue with VW Golfs. The repair is out of pocket and the dealership which sold me the car only a year ago is quoting $1600.","quote_2_odi":"11549044","quote_2_text":"Thermostat housing and water pump are leaking coolant. It is available for inspection. It can cause my engine to overheat and/or fail while being used. It has been confirmed by a dealership. It has not been inspected by the police, manufacturer, or insurance company.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-clock-spring","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11385630","quote_1_text":"CLOCK SPRING HAS FAILED WITH HORN AND AIRBAG MALFUNCTION.","quote_2_odi":"11165070","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN GOLF SPORTWAGEN. WHILE DRIVING AT A SLOW SPEED, THE CLOCKSPRING CABLE FRACTURED AND RENDERED THE HORN, AIR BAGS, AND OTHER STEERING WHEEL FUNCTIONS INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-coolant-leak","label":"Coolant leak at thermostat housing and water pump","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11318202","quote_1_text":"TOOK CAR IN FOR A USED CAR INSPECTION, COOLANT LEAK NEAR THERMOSTAT HOUSING WAS FOUND. COULD SMELL COOLANT WHILE DRIVING. FIXED UNDER WARRANTY.","quote_2_odi":"11374194","quote_2_text":"THERMOSTAT HOUSING LEAKING WITH JUST A LITTLE OVER 60K MILES - JUST OUTSIDE OF WARRANTY. COST IS ABOUT $1000 AS IT IS POORLY PLACED FOR REPLACEMENT. HAVE READ MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THIS.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-epc-light","label":"EPC warning light with loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11218625","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING, THE EPC WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AND THE ENGINE LOWERS ITS SPEED. SOMETIMES ENGINE OVERHEATING WARNING ALSO COMES ON AT THE SAME TIME. HAVE TO PULL OVER AND SHUT ENGINE OFF AND RESTART TO CLEAR THE EPC WARNING LIGHT.…","quote_2_odi":"11527996","quote_2_text":"Car loses power due to clogged wastegate actuator and EPC light turns on and off. This has been confirmed by 2 different service centers.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-fuel-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel leaks from the fuel tank","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11538456","quote_1_text":"The fuel system is completely shot, with fuel leaking from the gas tank after a ride once and pressure building up in the gas tank. Gas pumps click off after only putting one to two gallons in the tank, despite the tank being nearly empty.…","quote_2_odi":"11476587","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated that there was an odor of gasoline in the vehicle. Additionally, the vehicle was stalling while driving.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-rear-coil-spring","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11578205","quote_1_text":"Performed NH Safety Inspection. Found upon Inspection Left Rear, Driver Side, Coil Spring has failed. Broken. This will make over Ten VW or Audi vehicles we have seen in the last year with this problem.","quote_2_odi":"11532824","quote_2_text":"The rear coil spring fractured and caused a suspension issue. This is the same issue as reported in NHTSA campaign number: 19V188000 covering the same vehicles built a few months after mine. The vehcile is being repaired now and the issue has been confirmed.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair parts not yet available","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11172527","quote_1_text":"RECALL HAS BEEN OUT FOR 6 MONTHS, STILL NO FIX AVAILABLE.","quote_2_odi":"11499505","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V543000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-shift-lever-switch","label":"Shift lever micro switch and park lock switch","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11493741","quote_1_text":"In late summer (August 2022) I started seeing a warning but it would disappear so fast. Now it's popping up more: Yellow triangle appears. Engine is giving code# B116229 - \"Selector lever park position lock switch Implausible signal\" (mileage 104814 km).…","quote_2_odi":"11165958","quote_2_text":"ON JAN. 5TH 2019 THE DASHBOARD WARNING SYSTEM SHOWED A \"ERROR - TRANSMISSION\". WE HAD IT TOWED TO THE DEALERSHIP - THEY SAID IT WAS THE SHIFTER UNIT, AND THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER THE \"POWERTRAIN\" WARRANTY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2016-sunroof-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leaks into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-27","quote_1_odi":"11165629","quote_1_text":"PANORAMIC SUNROOF IS LEAKING WATER IN MULTIPLE PLACES. WHILE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY AND EXPOSED TO RAIN OR SNOW THE INSIDE OF PASSENGER CABIN GETS FILED WITH WATER, SPECIFICALY ON REAR RIGHT PASSENGER SIDE AND TRUNK AREA.…","quote_2_odi":"11118891","quote_2_text":"THE DRAIN ON RETRACTABLE ROOF BECAME BLOCKED. RAINWATER DRAINED INTO CAR SATURATING CARPETS. WATER FLOWED INTO CONTROL SYSTEM CAUSING AN EMERGENCY DASHBOARD ALERT TO STOP DRIVING IMMEDIATELY WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11576160","quote_1_text":"Steering wheel \"Clock Spring\" has failed at 76,000 miles. Heard an clicking sound when turning leading up to issue, then a POP sound. Airbags, horn, cruise control, and other wheel controls all dead","quote_2_odi":"11477257","quote_2_text":"Airbags, horn, cruise control and all other functions related to the steering wheel suddenly stopped working. Volkswagen has diagnosed the clock spring is defective and needs to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11375741","quote_3_text":"FAILED CLOCKSPRING AT 37500 MILES AND NOT OFFERED WARRANTY REPLACEMENT..I CAN PROVIDE DEALER SERVICE RECORD IF NEEDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-epc-turbo-power-loss","label":"EPC light and turbo wastegate power loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11579405","quote_1_text":"Turbo Wastegate actuator rod/flap failure/seizure. VW dealership & Independent service center both diagnosed the issue as a seized wastegate actuator flap/rod. This is due to poor design and is a common issue on all 2015-2020 VW/Audi 1.8l TSI engines","quote_2_odi":"11635575","quote_2_text":"I've been experiencing a recurring issue with my vehicle where the EPC light frequently activates. When this happens, the car significantly reduces its speed, making it difficult to drive safely","quote_3_odi":"11025155","quote_3_text":"THE FOLLOWING PROBLEM HAS OCCURRED TWICE, MOST RECENTLY TODAY. CAR DOES NOT TURN ON, AND EPC AND ENGINE LIGHT FLASH. THE FIRST TIME THIS OCCURRED ON 9/917, I CALLED A TOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-fuel-tank-leak","label":"Fuel tank pump leaking gasoline","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11606993","quote_1_text":"When fueling the car at the gas station, the gas pump would shut off, almost immediately and the little fuel would gush out of the tank. We are unable to fuel the car. Repeated several times, but unable to fuel the car","quote_2_odi":"11482153","quote_2_text":"Driving south on GA Hwy. 21 on 8.28.22 the vehicle began leaking gas from the left rear. There were no warning lamps or messages showing. My husband was following in another vehicle is the only way I found out","quote_3_odi":"11593720","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V110000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture outside recall coverage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11659993","quote_1_text":"During the WV state inspection at my VW dealer for my 2017 Golf Sportswagen, it was determined I had a broken rear spring. Researching the issue, I find VW issued a recall for some 2017 Golf Sportswagens for this very issue, but apparently my car was not included","quote_2_odi":"11528930","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Golf Sportwagen. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, there was an abnormal thumping sound coming from the rear of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11509969","quote_3_text":"Broken rear coil springs, piece of passenger side rear spring located in assembly, possible road and vehicle hazard. Broken spring is available for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sudden-acceleration-parking","label":"Sudden acceleration while parking causes crash","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11528148","quote_1_text":"I was parking my car with my foot on the brake when suddenly the car just took off and crashed into a building ---- WITH MY FOOT ON THE BRAKE!! I think it was a sudden unintentional acceleration where the electrical something in the engine","quote_2_odi":"11502973","quote_2_text":"I was parking my car with my foot firmly on the brake when suddenly the car surged out of control and very fast crashed in to a building. I was bruised and cut with chest pains, but the worst of it is that I lost my driver's license because of the accident","quote_3_odi":"11436027","quote_3_text":"I was parking the car with my foot firmly on the brake when my car just took off fast and crashed into a building. MY FOOT WAS ON THE BRAKE. I was bruised and cut in several places and I have had recurring chest pains","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11527665","quote_1_text":"Sunroof spontaneously shattered while driving down the highway. No collision or impact. Sounded like a gunshot. Had to immediately pull over, remove all of the glass in order to drive it at all","quote_2_odi":"11197072","quote_2_text":"FRONT PANEL OF SUNROOF SHATTERED ON TOP OF DRIVER'S HEAD WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE HIGHWAY. THE TOP OF THE ROOF WAS PROTECTED BY A THULE CARGO CARRIER (EMPTY) SO IT COULDN'T HAVE BEEN HIT BY A FOREIGN OBJECT ON THE OUTSIDE","quote_3_odi":"11328045","quote_3_text":"SUN ROOF EXPLODED AND SHATTERED WHILE DRIVING ON OPEN ROAD WITH NO OTHER CARS AROUND AND NOT UNDER ANY TREES, ETC SO WAS NOT STRUCK BY ANYTHING BUT EXPLODED AND TOTALLY SHATTERED. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Golf SportWagen","model_slug":"golf-sportwagen","cluster_id":"golf-sportwagen-2017-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":115,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11184512","quote_1_text":"BODY SEAMS NEAR VEHICLE SUNROOF ARE NOT WELDED PROPERLY - RESULTS IN EXCESSIVE WATER LEAKAGE INTO THE CAR AND FOGGING INSIDE THE CAR AT ALL TIMES THAT OBSTRUCTS VISIBILITY","quote_2_odi":"11338528","quote_2_text":"LEAKY SUNROOF TO DO INCORRECT REWORK IN PRODUCTION OF THE WELDING POINTS OF THE SUNROOF FRAME AREA. SPOT WELDS AROUND THE PERIMETER OF THE SUNROOF OPENING MAY BE TOO LARGE.*","quote_3_odi":"11175989","quote_3_text":"MY PANORAMIC SUNROOF HAS HAD AN ISSUE WITH WATER INTRUSION. DECEMBER OF 2017 I TOOK THE CAR INTO VW OF POHANKA, MARYLAN. THEY REPLACED THE HEADLINER, DRAINAGE TUBES, AND SMOOTHED OUT THE WELDS TO TRY AND FIX THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/golf-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-abs-module-brake-lockup","label":"ABS module failure and brake lockup","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2011-09 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11575395","quote_1_text":"under emergency braking at around 70mph all 4 wheels locked up and abs/traction lights illuminated on dash. Caused a minor accident and flat spot on all 4 tires. ABS did not work","quote_2_odi":"11496218","quote_2_text":"About a month ago, while driving , the abs light, brake light and ESP light came on. After about 2 weeks of troubleshooting, a local mechanic troubleshot the issues to a faulty ABS module","quote_3_odi":"11124278","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING AT 45 MPH DOWN A TWO WAY HIGHWAY, I WENT TO PASS A SLOW MOVING VEHICLE WHEN THE EPC TURNED ON ONCE AGAIN.I LOST POWER AND TRIED TO RETURN BACK INTO MY LANE THE VEHICLE IN FRONT SPIKED ON THE BRAKES, I TRIED STOPPING BUT DUE TO THE ABS MODULE GOING BAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-dsg-mechatronic-failure","label":"DSG transmission mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-01 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10946204","quote_1_text":"DSG TRANSMISSION MECHATRONICS UNIT FAILED AT 70,000 MILES JULY 2016. TRANSMISSION GOES INTO LIMP MODE...WON'T GO INTO REVERSE AND JUMPS DOWN TO AND REMAINS IN FIRST GEAR WHEN IN D","quote_2_odi":"10368086","quote_2_text":"JERKY, HALTING TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT /DISENGAGEMENT IN FIRST TO SECOND GEAR. CAUSED A REAR-END ACCIDENT WITH ONLY 343 MILES ON THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10353600","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN GTI THAT HAS A DSG TRANSMISSION THAT SLIPS,CLUNKS,AND HAS A POWER LOSS. THERE HAS BEEN 53000 OF THESE TRANSMISSIONS RECALLED. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE DEALERSHIP OVER THREE TIMES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-engine-stall-stop-and-go","label":"Engine stall during stop-and-go driving","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10365560","quote_1_text":"THE 2010 GTI WITH DSG DRIVING IN HEAVY STOP AND GO TRAFFIC, AFTER AND HOUR AND HALF . STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC AT 7:00 PM","quote_2_odi":"10361239","quote_2_text":"2010 VW GTI WITH DSG HAS STALLED OUT TWICE FOR ME IN TRAFFIC. THE CAR WILL START TO IDLE ROUGHLY THEN STALL OUT. THIS USUALLY OCCURS AFTER BEING IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC AFTER AND HOUR OR SO","quote_3_odi":"10312802","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED HE LOST THE ABILITY TO ACCELERATE AT HIGHWAY SPEED. AS HE WAS DRIVING THERE WAS A BIG CLUNKY SOUND AND THE VEHICLE SLOWS DOWN BUT DID NOT COME TO A COMPLETE STOP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-ignition-coil-intake-manifold","label":"Ignition coil and intake manifold misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11419311","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the check engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle started jerking and failed to properly accelerate while depressing the accelerator pedal","quote_2_odi":"10672759","quote_2_text":"I WAS TOLD THAT THE IGNITION COIL SHOULD LAST UP UNTIL 100K MILEAGE AND THIS GAVE OUT AT 65K AND CAUSED ENGINE MISFIRING AND ALMOST ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10550454","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE ENGINE STARTED TO SHUDDER AND MISFIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE INTAKE MANIFOLD NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AND ALL OF THE VALVES NEEDED TO BE CLEAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11073575","quote_1_text":"HAVE A GTI WHERE THERE IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILING. VW RECOMMENDS REPLACEMENT OF THESE PARTS WHICH COST OVER $1300. THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN FOR THIS ISSUE. AND OF COURSE VW KNOWING THIS WAS A PROBLEM CHANGED THE DESIGN IN NEWER CARS","quote_2_odi":"11066463","quote_2_text":"LESS THAN TWO YEARS LATER, AT ROUGHLY 106,000 MILES THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED RANDOMLY WHILE DRIVING RESULTING IN VALVE DAMAGE AND ULTIMATELY FULL ENGINE FAILURE","quote_3_odi":"10914861","quote_3_text":"THE RESULT IS A TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AND VERY LARGE $2200 REPAIR FEE WITH THE POTENTIAL FOR A SIGNIFICANT REBUILD OF THE ENGINE IF MORE DAMAGE IS FOUND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2010-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure and overheating","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2018-06","source_complaint_count":53,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11101720","quote_1_text":"WATER PUMP FAILURE, TWO FAILURES IN 8 YEARS, THE SECOND FAILURE WITH 20,000 MILES ON THE PUMP. IT FAILED WHILE I WAS DRIVING AND CAR BEGAN TO OVERHEAT","quote_2_odi":"11083347","quote_2_text":"CAR OVERHEATED AND BROKE DOWN ON ROUTE 95 IN VIRGINIA DUE TO A DEFECTIVE WATER PUMP. THIS IS THE THIRD WATER PUMP IN LESS THAN 3 YEARS AND 6332 MILES THAT HAS GONE BAD IN THIS VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-clockspring-airbag-horn-loss","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag, horn, and controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11478572","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen GTI. The contact stated that he lost the function of the steering wheel, horn, controls, and air bag. The air bag warning indicator light was illuminated. The contact called the local dealer and it was diagnosed that the clock spring needed to","quote_2_odi":"11474199","quote_2_text":"My horn had stopped working and I brought it to the dealership to get it diagnosed. They identified it as a clockspring issue, and with the knowledge that VW has an active recall for the clockspring, I was hoping that I could get the clockspring replaced under the warranty","quote_3_odi":"11448621","quote_3_text":"There are many cases of clock spring failure in my model as well as many others. The problem here is that this failure has caused my to lose the use of all my steering wheel controls, horn and airbag and shifters. VW has obliged about the problem and is willing to repair it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-dsg-false-neutral","label":"DSG transmission false neutral and hesitation","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2011-07 → 2017-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10425417","quote_1_text":"FROM SECOND DAY OF OWNERSHIP VEHICLE HAS HAD TRANSMISSION (DSG AUTOMATIC) PROBLEMS. AT WELL OVER 40 OCCURRENCES (IN 30,000 MILES) THE TRANSMISSION WILL SLIP INTO NEUTRAL WHEN SLOWING TO A RATE OF 10MPH OR LESS AND THEN TRYING TO ACCELERATE, CAUSING AN EXTREMELY UNSAFE CONDITION","quote_2_odi":"10432598","quote_2_text":"WHEN ACCELERATING AFTER HAVING SLOWED DOWN FOR A TURN, THE CLUTCH FAILS TO ENGAGE AND I GET A FALSE NEUTRAL. THE RPM GOES ALL THE WAY TO 5000, 6000, BUT THE CAR DOESN'T SPEED UP BECAUSE IT'S IN NEUTRAL, EVEN WHEN THE GEAR SELECTOR IS IN D. THIS IS DIFFICULT TO REPLICATE BECAUSE","quote_3_odi":"10413815","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE IS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI EQUIPPED WITH A DSG TRANSMISSION. THE GTI IS NOT OFFERED AS CHOICE WHEN SELECTING VEHICLE MODEL USING THIS ON-LINE COMPLIANT FORM. OCCASIONALLY THE VEHICLE FAILS TO ACCELERATE OR ACCELERATES VERY SLOWLY WHEN ATTEMPTING TO MOVE FORWARD FROM A","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-fuse-box-melting-lighting","label":"Fuse box melting with exterior lighting outage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11129117","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT I HAD SEVERAL LIGHTS QUIT WORKING SIMULTANEOUSLY. A BULB WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE DASH AND MESSAGES FOR RIGHT FRONT LOW BEAM, RIGHT FRONT TURN SIGNAL, LEFT REAR TURN SIGNAL,LEFT REAR BRAKE, RIGHT FRONT HIGH BEAM, RIGHT FRONT FOG LIGHT, LEFT FRONT","quote_2_odi":"10810589","quote_2_text":"INTERMITTENT, PARTIAL OR FULL LOSS OF OF EXTERIOR LIGHTING. WARNING LAMP INSIDE DID PROVIDE THE NAMES OF MULTIPLE, RANDOM LIGHTS THAT HAD FAILED, SOMETIMES ACCURATE, OTHER TIMES INACCURATE. LIGHTS WOULD FAIL AT RANDOM WHILE THE CAR WAS IN MOTION. FUSE F16 OVERHEATED AND MELTED","quote_3_odi":"11457483","quote_3_text":"I bought the car and a couple days later the dash started lighting up with a bunch of codes about exterior lights so we checked them all fine I went to the auto part store and they said that the vehichle I have has a known issue with the fuses burning so we pull the fuse and","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-ignition-coil-misfire","label":"Ignition coil failure causing engine misfire","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10662178","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SUDDENLY BEGAN SPUTTERING, AND STRUGGLING TO MAKE POWER AFTER BEING STARTED AND DRIVEN DOWN A STREET AT LOW SPEEDS. ECM AND ECU BOTH THREW CODES PERTAINING TO A CYLINDER MISFIRE. REPLACED SPARKPLUGS. MISFIRE REMAINED. IDENTIFIED AS IGNITION COIL PACK, WHICH IS AN","quote_2_odi":"10851689","quote_2_text":"WHILE ACCELERATING OFF THE RAMP THE CAR STALLED AND STARTED TO SHAKE. IT CREATED A VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION SINCE I ALMOST GOT REAR ENDED. BESIDES, BEING IMMOBILIZED ON THE SIDE OF THE VERY BUSY HIGHWAY IS DANGEROUS AS WELL. IT TURNED OUT THAT ONE OF THE COILS HAVE FAILED AND","quote_3_odi":"10617058","quote_3_text":"MY 2011 VW GTI WITH ONLY 38000 MILES LOST FIRST IGNITION COIL. THERE ARE MULTIPLE RECALL FROM VW FOR THIS PART, BUT NOT FOR THIS MODEL YEAR. AS RESULT, VEHICLE LOOSING POWER DURING DRIVING. *JS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11046659","quote_1_text":"60K MILES TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED AT IDLE IN MY GARAGE CAUSING CATASTROPHIC ENGINE DAMAGE. VWOA DECLINED ASSISTANCE DESPITE TSB EXISTING FOR UPDATED PART. VWOA CITED REASON OF FAILURE AS IMPROPER MAINTENANCE. ALL MY MAINTENANCE WAS DONE ON TIME OR EARLY AT VW DEALERS WITH","quote_2_odi":"11047206","quote_2_text":"MY VW GTI HAS A FAILING TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER THAT CAUSED MY VALVES TO COLLIDE WITH PISTONS AND REQUIRED A REBUILD OF THE ENGINE (EXCLUDING TIMING CHAIN). THE ENGINE IS NOT TIMED CORRECTLY AND HAS LOST A TON OF POWER AND IS RATTLING, IF I CONTINUE TO DRIVE IT WILL MOST LIKELY","quote_3_odi":"11015007","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE. STARTED THE CAR ONE MORNING AND RAN EXTREMELY ROUGH AND WOULDN'T STAY RUNNING. DEALER WANTS %6000 TO REBUILD ENGINE OR $7000 FOR A REMANUFACTURED ENGINE. CAR HAS 80K MILES ON IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2011-water-pump-failure","label":"Water pump failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":55,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10722036","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS AT THE DEALER FOR ROUTINE MAINTENANCE, THE TECHNICIAN DISCOVERED THAT THE WATER PUMP FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 76,000","quote_2_odi":"10653680","quote_2_text":"CAME OUTSIDE TO A FAILED WATER PUMP. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM WITH VARIOUS VOLKSWAGENS. MANY SHOP TECHS ARE VERY FAMILIAR WITH THIS ISSUE. IT IS UNSAFE FOR THE DRIVER AND OTHER CARS. THERE IS A CHANCE THE PUMP COULD FAIL WHILE DRIVING OR A PERSON MAY NOT NOTICE THE COOLANT ON","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-brake-vacuum-abs-failure","label":"Brake vacuum booster and ABS module failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11605256","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module short and failure occurred. Trouble codes generated include 01325 - Tire Pressure Monitoring Control Module No signal/communication and 01130 - ABS Operation Implausible signal static. Upon visiting an Authorized Volkswagen dealer service center was charged","quote_2_odi":"11174233","quote_2_text":"WHILE CAR WAS STOPPED BUT RUNNING THE VACUUM PUMP 'BROKE' WITH A LOUD GRINDING SOUND AND OIL STARTED LEAKING EVERYWHERE. PUTTING THE CAR IN MOTION WASN'T A PROBLEM DISPITE THE GRINDING SOUND BUT BRAKES WERE *VERY* HARD TO PRESS AND WAS *VERY* DIFFICULT TO STOP THE CAR. DECIDED","quote_3_odi":"10883458","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING, I PRESSED THE BRAKES ONE TIME AND THEY WORKED, THE NEXT TIME THEY DIDN'T. NO SLOW DEGRADATION, THEY JUST WENT FROM WORKING FINE TO NOT WORKING AT ALL. THE VACUUM BOOSTER FAILED CATASTROPHICALLY SUCH THAT THERE WAS NO ASSIST AND WHEN MORE PRESSURE WAS APPLIED BRAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-clock-spring-airbag-warning","label":"Clock spring failure triggering airbag warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-09 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11482092","quote_1_text":"My Air bag light came on. Plus all the controls on my steering column do not work, including the horn. I called the VW dealer. They knew exactly what it was. The Clock Spring. This happened in early May. I was told the part has been on back order for 6 months. The dealer does","quote_2_odi":"11287820","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING IN MY STEERING WHEEL HAS BROKEN/QUIT WORKING, VOLKSWAGEN REFUSES TO REPLACE IT UNDER THE RECALL BECAUSE MY VIN NUMBER WAS NOT FLAGGED DURING THE RECALL, THE AIRBAG LIGHT, ABS LIGHT, BRAKE LIGHT, AND TRACTION CONTROL LIGHT ARE ALL ON, MY MECHANIC DIAGNOSED IT TO","quote_3_odi":"11160754","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE DRIVING, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT WAS CONCERNED THAT THE AIR BAG MIGHT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO VOLKSWAGEN NORTH SCOTTSDALE (LOCATED AT 7001 E CHAUNCEY LANE, PHOENIX, AZ","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-fuse-block-melting","label":"Fuse block melting causing electrical warnings","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11163121","quote_1_text":"UPON TURNING MY CAR ON TODAY I RECEIVED 9 SEPARATE BULB OUT WARNINGS. AFTER A LITTLE WHILE WENT AND TRIED THE CAR AGAIN AND ALL THE WARNINGS WENT AWAY. UPON FURTHER INVESTIGATION I COME TO FIND THAT ONE OF MY FUSES IS NOT BLOWN BUT MELTED AND SO IS THE FUSE BLOCK UNDER THE HOOD","quote_2_odi":"10872104","quote_2_text":"WAS DRIVING UNDER NORMAL, DRY CONDITIONS WHEN I BEGAN TO GET MDI NOTIFICATIONS ABOUT FAILED LIGHTING. A TOTAL OF 11 NOTIFICATIONS CAME ACROSS. AFTER MUCH RESEARCH I DISCOVERED THE PROBLEM. THE 30A FUSE IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT FUSE BOX HAD MELTED. THIS IS NOT NORMAL WEAR AND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11267382","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE ENGINE WAS STARTED, IT RATTLED INSIDE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEMONTROND VOLKSWAGEN (14101 NORTH FWY, HOUSTON, TX 77090, (281) 872-3855) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN AND THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11053440","quote_2_text":"ON THE MORNING OF NOVEMBER 29, 2017 I FOUND THAT MY 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI WOULD NOT START. THE VEHICLE HAS 73,530 MILES AND HAS BEEN MAINTAINED BY A VOLKSWAGEN DEALER SINCE I PURCHASED IT IN SEPTEMBER OF 2013. I DROVE THE VEHICLE AND PARKED IT IN MY GARAGE THE NIGHT OF NOVEMBER 28","quote_3_odi":"11031471","quote_3_text":"WATER PUMP FAILED ON 3 SEPARATE OCCASIONS. HAD THE FUEL PUMP FAIL, AIR INTAKE, EXCESS CARBON BUILD UP ON VALVES, AND NOW TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. THE ROCKER ARM FOR NUMBER 3 CYLINDER BROKE IN HALF CAUSING TOTAL ENGINE FAILURE. VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION DURING ALL OF THE EVENTS. VW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-transmission-neutral-shift","label":"Unexpected shift to neutral or gear engagement failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-01 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10442762","quote_1_text":"DURING RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC, I HAD TO SLOW DOWN A LITTLE IN ORDER TO ALLOW THE CAR NEXT TO ME TO PASS SO I COULD CHANGE LANES WITHOUT HITTING THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. THE CAR SEEMED TO SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL AND DID NOT RESPOND WHEN I HIT THE ACCELERATOR. THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ACTUALLY","quote_2_odi":"10475406","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE IS A MANUAL 6 SPEED. TWO INCIDENTS - FIRST, THE CAR WOULDN'T ENGAGE INTO REVERSE FROM A STOP UNTIL THE VEHICLE IGNITION WAS TURNED OFF AND ON SEVERAL TIMES. CAR OPERATED NORMALLY FOR ABOUT 2 WEEKS. SECOND INCIDENT, CAR WOULDN'T ENGAGE INTO ANY GEAR WHILE MOVING 10-15 MPH","quote_3_odi":"10716470","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN GTI. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD SHIFT INTO NEUTRAL ON ITS OWN. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"gti-2012-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure and coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":40,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11562435","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen GTI. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the low coolant level warning light illuminated. The contact stopped and refilled the coolant reservoir bottle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with","quote_2_odi":"11130939","quote_2_text":"MY CAR IS DISPLAYING THE SAME SIMPTOMS LISTED AT SEVICE CODE 19K5 BUT VW IS REFUSING TO FIX THE PROBLEM. I TALKED TO A REPRESENTATIVE FROM VW AND SHE SAID MY CAR IS NOT INCLUDED. PLEASE ANY HELP OR ADVISE 407-790-5101. THE WATER PUMP IS LEAKING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"airbag-warning-recall-parts-issues","label":"Airbag warning lights and Takata recall parts availability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2018-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11097303","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG ERROR LIGHT WENT ON. ALL ELECTRONICS ON STEERING WHEEL, INCLUDING HORN STOPPED WORKING. VW DEALERSHIP TECHNICIANS SAY THAT CLOCK SPRING FAILED AND WANT $654 TO FIX IT","quote_2_odi":"10978489","quote_2_text":"TAKATA RECALL NORTH PARK VW DEALER IN SAN ANTONIO TEXAS STATES THAT THE AIR BAG RECALL CANNOT BE PERFORMED BECAUSE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE. IS THIS TRUE?","quote_3_odi":"10960229","quote_3_text":"AIRBAG INFLATOR IS NOT WORKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"brake-warning-abs-failures","label":"Brake pedal travel and ABS control unit failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2020-12","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11377947","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING AT NORMAL HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND WHEN I WENT TO SLOW DOWN FOR A RED LIGHT MY BRAKES WERE NOT ENGAGING UNTIL MY PEDAL WAS PUSHED WELL OVER HALF WAY DOWN. THIS WAS A VERY SERIOUS ISSUE","quote_2_odi":"11074577","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS ON A HIGHWAY AND STARTED BEEPING WITH WARNING LIGHT THAT SAID \"BRAKES SERVICE NOW\" AND BOTH BRAKE AND ABS LIGHTS WERE ON. I TOOK IT TO SHOULDER TO CHECK. THE CAR HAD ONLY 33000 MILES ON IT. THE BRAKES SEEMED TO BE OKAY THOUGH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"engine-stalling-fuel-system-failures","label":"Engine stalling and fuel system failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10536206","quote_1_text":"CAR STALLED TAKING OFF FROM STOP. ENGINE RUNNING BUT CAR WOULD NOT ACCELERATE. ENGINE THEN STOPPED. CRANKED OVER (STARTED) AND WENT ABOUT 2 BLOCKS. CAR STALLED AGAIN. THIS TIME IT WAS DIFFICULT TO GET STARTED AGAIN. HAD TO CRANK IT 3-4 TIMES","quote_2_odi":"10782606","quote_2_text":"MY 2013 VW GTI HAS AN ONGOING ISSUE-CONDITION WITH WHAT APPEARS TO BE A FUEL PUMP AND/OR LOW FUEL PRESSURE. IT USUALLY OCCURS RANDOMLY, WITHOUT ANY HINT. AFTER THE START UP THE CAR STALLS WITHIN A FEW SECONDS","quote_3_odi":"11074076","quote_3_text":"I'VE STARTED TO NOTICE THAT AFTER DRIVING MY CAR AND USING THE DSG SHIFTER OR SPORT MODE, MY CAR WILL NOT START BACK UP FOR A WHILE AFTER PARKED. SEEMS ONLY TO HAPPEN AFTER WARM ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"intake-manifold-failure","label":"Intake manifold failure and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2020-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11311130","quote_1_text":"INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY IN 2015. IN LATE 2019 THE VEHICLE DISPLAYED A SERVICE ENGINE WARNING WHICH TURNED OUT TO BE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD AGAIN. OUT OF WARRANTY THE SERVICE COST ME IN EXCESS OF $1000","quote_2_odi":"10993931","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE HAS JUST UNDER 60,000 MILES. A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. IT WAS P2015, WHICH WAS ASSOCIATED WITH THE INTAKE RUNNER POSITION. VW DEALERSHIP SAYS THE FLAP INSIDE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD HAS DISINTEGRATED","quote_3_odi":"10924203","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE DISPLAYING MIL LIGHT @ 68,948 MILES. DEALER DIAGNOSIS:TO CORRECT FAULT, REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF INTAKE MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY & FUEL FILTER, RECOMMENDED CLEANING OF INTAKE VALVES WHILE THE INTAKE MANIFOLD WAS REMOVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"transmission-slips-into-neutral","label":"Transmission slipping into neutral while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11656161","quote_1_text":"DSG automatic transmission started going into neutral at various speeds and driving conditions. It feels as though the clutch disengages momentarily, causing the vehicle to slow down and engine to rev. This is definitely not safe when trying to merge or drive on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11197284","quote_2_text":"WITHOUT WARNING THE VEHICLE PUTS ITSELF INTO NEUTRAL WAS TOLD NOTHING CAN BE DONE UNLESS IT'S ABLE TO BE DIAGNOSED OR REPLICATED THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE ON EARLIER MODELS THAT RESULTED IN AN EXTENDED WARRANTY DUE TO THE SAFETY CONCERNS","quote_3_odi":"11101925","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE TRANSMISSION WENT INTO NEUTRAL RAPIDLY AND SLOWED DOWN THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"water-pump-coolant-leaks","label":"Water pump and coolant system leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10782604","quote_1_text":"MY 2013 VW GTI HAS HAD DEFECTIVE WATER (COOLANT) PUMP. I HAVE ALREADY HAD THREE (3!) MAJOR REPAIRS TO REPLACE THE FAULTY WATER PUMP AND FIX THE LEAK OF COOLANT. THE ISSUE FIRST STARTED AT ABOUT 10,000 MILES AND REOCCURED AT 15,000 MILES AND THEN AT 25,000","quote_2_odi":"10639316","quote_2_text":"DEALER DIAGNOSIS: THE WATER PUMP HAD FAILED. WHEN I NOTED MY PREVIOUS COOLANT ODOR COMPLAINT, THE DEALERSHIP SERVICE ADVISOR REPLIED THAT \"THEY KNOW ABOUT THIS PROBLEM, BUT WE CAN'T FIX IT UNTIL IT FAILS","quote_3_odi":"10621263","quote_3_text":"I DROVE 4 MILES AND NOTICE MY COOLANT LIGHT COME ON AND DECIDE TO PARK MY VEHICLE. THE VERY NEXT DAY I NOTICE COOLANT WAS VERY LOW AND HAD BIG LEAK. I JACKED THE CAR UP AND NOTICE THE LEAK WAS COMING FROM ENGINE AND NOT THE RADIATOR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"GTI","model_slug":"gti","cluster_id":"windshield-chipping-visibility-issues","label":"Windshield chipping and mirror visibility issues","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2014-02","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10558767","quote_1_text":"THE WINDSHIELD HAS MANY CHIPS. IT SEEMS TO ME THAT THE GLASS IS HIGHLY AFFECTED BY SMALL ROAD DEBRIS (ROCKS, SALT) WHICH CAUSES THE GLASS TO CHIP EASILY. IT IS BECOMING A DISTRACTION WHILE I DRIVE","quote_2_odi":"10553619","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY VOLKSWAGEN GTI MARCH OF THIS YEAR. DURING OWNERSHIP, I HAD THE WINDOWS TINTED AND EACH TIME IT WAS SERVICED BY THE DEALERSHIP SUBCONTRACTOR, THE WINDOWS WERE SCRATCHED","quote_3_odi":"10565175","quote_3_text":"THE RIGHT SIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR IS MOUNTED DEEPLY IN ITS PLASTIC HOUSING. WHEN THE MIRROR IS PROPERLY ADJUSTED, APPROXIMATELY 20% OF THE REFLECTED IMAGE IS OF THE MIRROR'S HOUSING ITSELF, LEAVING A SIGNIFICANT BLIND SPOT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/gti","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-door-handle-failure","label":"Door handle failure to open or unexpected opening","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11732843","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while driving on the highway at an undisclosed speed, the doors opened unexpectedly","quote_2_odi":"11710662","quote_2_text":"Driver's side door cannot be opened from outside. Exterior handle pulls but produces only clicking sounds inside the door—latch does not release. Interior handle requires multiple pulls to open the door","quote_3_odi":"11564060","quote_3_text":"the driver door open by itself during driving. It happened 3 times. It is not possible to lock the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-instrument-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750747","quote_1_text":"The previous recall to fix the screen issue did not work. Both screens, the infotainment and instrument cluster, continue to randomly go blank and reboot. This removes the backup camera and speedometer for a period of time while driving","quote_2_odi":"11692070","quote_2_text":"I have been experiencing intermittent, now permanent, infotainment malfunctioning. At first, it would cut in and out, even while driving. The entire screen AND my speedometer would cut out","quote_3_odi":"11717148","quote_3_text":"Instrument panel went completely dark. Lost all information. Needed to pull the car over to the curb. Eventually the display reset and came back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Loss of propulsion and unexpected shutdown while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11750851","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S has unexpectedly lost propulsion and come to a complete stop while being driven on at least three separate occasions. When this occurs, the vehicle jolts, stops moving, and cannot be placed into Drive or Reverse","quote_2_odi":"11619672","quote_2_text":"The 12v battery powering the electrical system failed. This caused the vehicle to stop unexpectedly in the middle of a busy street worth traffic on either side of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11613514","quote_3_text":"When accelerating from stop the vehicle loses power. If the accelerator is depressed further the power does not return. However, when the accelerator is released then depressed again power returns","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737065","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID4. The contact stated that while the wife was parking and into a parking space, the brake pedal was released and the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward and crashed into a concrete barrier","quote_2_odi":"11657616","quote_2_text":"I was pulling into a parking space and slowly moving forward to get to the front of the space. The car spurted forward about 2 feet with force and crashed into a cement based light standard","quote_3_odi":"11541568","quote_3_text":"The steering wheel controls on our 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 are haptic. That means that if you brush them with your fingers or hand with light pressure, they can activate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Safety recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698571","quote_1_text":"I have open recalls on my vehicle, and Volkswagen is refusing to fix them. This includes the door handles and the battery. The battery recall has been open for a while, and NO dealership is fixing it for me","quote_2_odi":"11569253","quote_2_text":"Manufacturer and dealership in my area have been unable to schedule me for getting Safety Recall for High Voltage Battery Management Control Module Software (97ZZ) done to my vehicle. I have been in the waitlist for dealership to do this recall since May 2023","quote_3_odi":"11544700","quote_3_text":"My VW id4 2021 has been recalled for High Voltage battery issues. My local dealer, FLOW vw of Asheville NC cannot perform the work as they do not have a certified technician","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2021-tire-tread-separation","label":"Tire tread separation and sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":326,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531767","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 equipped with Bridgestone Tires, Tire Line: Alenza, Tire Size: 235/55/R19, DOT Number: 2761004ES. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the contact experienced a front driver’s side tire blowout","quote_2_odi":"11526866","quote_2_text":"I have purchased a set of Bridgestone Alenza AS Ultra (P 235 / 55 R 19 105 W XL front, P 255 / 50 R 19 107 W XL back) in August 2022 for my 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro S RWD EV. After only 12,000 miles, tire dry rot started showing up in June 2023 on all tires","quote_3_odi":"11665648","quote_3_text":"In Sept. 2024 we noticed that the edges of both front tires (Alenza 235/50 R20) had pieces coming off them so we arranged to have the tires replaced at the original dealer from which we had bought the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-adas-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11536464","quote_1_text":"I was slowly backing out of my garage. The car braked harshly and automatically. It was so hard, despite my slow speed, that I got whiplash in my neck. The automatic system probably falsely determined that I was about to hit something","quote_2_odi":"11592041","quote_2_text":"Adaptive cruise control failed to recognize the object in my lane. It failed to reduced the speed, it failed to initiate automatic brake system, and it failed to warned the driver of the object","quote_3_odi":"11509206","quote_3_text":"While driving on the highway at night in good conditions there were suddenly a large number error warning messages stating that the ADAS functions were no longer working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-display-blackout-reboot","label":"Instrument panel and infotainment display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11618604","quote_1_text":"The dashboard and user interface for the vehicle resets, crashes, reboots, crashes and reboots while driving constantly. The dash and entire console is affected","quote_2_odi":"11610908","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the main instrument panel screen shut off. The contact restarted the vehicle and the instrument panel screen started working as designed","quote_3_odi":"11519019","quote_3_text":"My instrument cluster and infotainment system went black while driving. This means that I had no access to my speedometer, which I believe is a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-door-handle-lock-failure","label":"Door handle and lock failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11590036","quote_1_text":"While driving on highway, the driver side door opened with no user input. This happened twice. Once before the handle water ingress recall, and another incidence after the first recall was fixed","quote_2_odi":"11570481","quote_2_text":"Despite multiple recalls, VW is unable to address door handle problem where doors sporadically will not open from inside or outside. I have gone to the dealership multiple times to report the problem and they are not able to address","quote_3_odi":"11515995","quote_3_text":"The driver's door latch stopped working intermittently and then totally, so that to get to the driver's seat required entering from the passenger door","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-drive-power-loss","label":"Loss of drive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11741668","quote_1_text":"What happened: On XXX at approximately 6:49 PM, shortly after departing, the vehicle displayed error and warning messages, entered neutral, and would not engage Drive or Regenerative Brake mode","quote_2_odi":"11521085","quote_2_text":"I was driving in stop-and-go traffic on 5/3/23 and when I released my foot from the brake to gentle accelerate when traffic ahead of me moved, many error messages flashed on the dashboard and the vehicle did not move","quote_3_odi":"11590449","quote_3_text":"The Marin Volkswagen dealer informs me that the JX4 electric drive motor, control electronics 2 and high voltage control module on my 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 all failed and need to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-low-speed-sudden-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11646763","quote_1_text":"I was turning into a parking spot in front of the entry doors to a Sheetz convenience store. I was slowing down, and had gotten halfway into the space. All of a sudden, the car surged forward, went over the curb and hit the bollard in front of the parking space","quote_2_odi":"11544772","quote_2_text":"Two days ago I was pulling into a parking spot in a shopping center. The car suddenly accelerated forward and I hit a concrete parking block. This is the third time over the past 7 months that this has occurred, where the car suddenly accelerates when in a low speed","quote_3_odi":"11605013","quote_3_text":"Vehicle suffers from unintended and sudden acceleration when the \"resume' capacitive touch button is accidentally brushed against","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2022-oem-tire-tread-chunking","label":"Tread chunking on OEM tires","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":134,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11555078","quote_1_text":"Both front tires (Bridgestone Alenza Sport A/S Size 235/55R19 105T) exhibit rubber peeling where chunks of rubber fall off the tire after only about 1.25 year of driving and approximately 15,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11607333","quote_2_text":"I recently did a 20,000 miles service on my vehicle and was told the Bridgestone Alenza tires I have on the vehicle are at a level unsafe to drive - under 3/32","quote_3_odi":"11624181","quote_3_text":"My vehicle is at 30k miles and the front 2 tires are showing signs of a huge tire quality issue. They are Bridgestone Alenza tires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-display-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster and center display blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11722378","quote_1_text":"The instrument panel in my car went completely dark, leaving me without any knowledge of my speed. This is a massive safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11700595","quote_2_text":"The component that keeps failing is the instrument panel and display panel completely blackout when driving. The instrument panels come back on shortly after blacking out. It also shows a message sometimes in red and sometimes in yellow that there's an electrical malfunction","quote_3_odi":"11687021","quote_3_text":"While driving the infotainment system switched off entirely, the screen went black and after roughly 1 minute rebooted. I had both my hands on the steering wheel and was NOT operating the infotainment system","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-door-handle-failure","label":"Exterior door handle and door latch malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11630430","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s door handle malfunctioned twice, causing a door to open unexpectedly while driving at normal speeds","quote_2_odi":"11712469","quote_2_text":"While driving at normal city speed, the front passenger door opened unexpectedly while a passenger was seated inside, creating a serious safety risk. The passenger was restrained by a seat belt, preventing ejection","quote_3_odi":"11632211","quote_3_text":"The door handles do not open on most occasions when there are passengers in the back seats","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-gps-location-error","label":"GPS location error and SOS emergency call failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11690904","quote_1_text":"The built in GPS map on the touchscreen of the car positions the car roughly 50 miles east of its current location. Minimally this can result in distracted driving if I attempt to use the map for directions since it has an inaccurate starting point","quote_2_odi":"11714857","quote_2_text":"The navigation and GPS shows the car is hundreds of miles from where it actually is. In the event of an accident, the automatic emergency call will not show the proper location of the vehicle making any first responder assistance impossible","quote_3_odi":"11723165","quote_3_text":"The vehicle’s GPS/navigation system repeatedly misrepresents the vehicle’s physical location while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-hv-battery-fire-risk","label":"High-voltage battery fire risk and charging restrictions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11709505","quote_1_text":"My ID.4 was charging in the driveway and it started on fire. My daughter came home from a friends house, saw it had started on fire, and called 911","quote_2_odi":"11730304","quote_2_text":"I was charging at Electrify America charging station for approximately 20 minutes when suddenly I felt the ID.4 shaking and then seconds later I was surrounded by smoke coming from outside and beneath the ID.4. The ID.4 was not turned on and was completely stationary","quote_3_odi":"11714709","quote_3_text":"My 2023 VW ID.4 AWD Pro S is subject to Recall 93EA (NHTSA 26V030) for battery fire risk. I must: park outside only (no garage), avoid all DC fast charging, and limit charge to 80%","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-motive-power-loss","label":"Loss of motive power with 12-volt battery fault messages","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11752552","quote_1_text":"As soon as I try to make a turn, the car begins beeping and the faults “Electrical system malfunction” and “12V power supply” show up. My car does not accelerate, I lose power steering, and I can no longer move while I’m still in the middle of the road with cars around me","quote_2_odi":"11740645","quote_2_text":"The car has been to the dealer for testing, and they say that the on-board battery checks out without any problems, yet I continue to get the battery error codes","quote_3_odi":"11651390","quote_3_text":"The contact became aware that the vehicle was no longer responding to user input; however, after about an hour the vehicle returned to normal functionality","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11646127","quote_1_text":"The automated braking system unexpectedly activated while I was driving out of my driveway and on to the street. There were no cars on the road when it happened. Another time it happened while I was backing out of my garage. It unexpectedly slammed the brakes","quote_2_odi":"11685449","quote_2_text":"The adaptive cruise control does not see the vehicle in front of you. The vehicle randomly emergency brakes. And a four Mile drive it would emergency brake three times","quote_3_odi":"11626486","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while merging onto the highway at approximately 10 MPH, the vehicle unintendedly came to a complete stop. The contact started pumping the accelerator to avoid being struck from behind","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-recall-parts-delay","label":"Recall repair delays from unavailable parts","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11652607","quote_1_text":"VW failed to perform the repairs associated with recall 24V651 because the necessary parts are not available despite months of leadtime. It costs me $80 each time I bring my car in","quote_2_odi":"11657625","quote_2_text":"This car is subject to 3 recalls, the first of which is now nearly 8 months old. I can not get a dealer to address the recalls, despite repeated visits to the dealership","quote_3_odi":"11648560","quote_3_text":"My dealership, Westside VW in St. Louis Park, MN, has not completed my recalls in a reasonable amount of time","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed while parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":448,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-14","quote_1_odi":"11752981","quote_1_text":"Sudden acceleration while parking in my garage. Very low speed,then sudden “explosive “ acceleration smashing the front end and garage contents","quote_2_odi":"11643685","quote_2_text":"I was easing into a parking spot and braking when the car suddenly and uncontrollablly accelerated, leveling a light pole in front of me and finally coming to a stop on top of the light pole base","quote_3_odi":"11678664","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while pulling into a parking space at barely 2 MPH and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and crashed into the rear of a building","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-brake-pedal-loss-of-stopping","label":"Brake pedal failure with reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748156","quote_1_text":"While attempting to park in my driveway, the vehicle experienced a complete loss of braking. The brake pedal did not stop the vehicle, and pressing the electronic parking brake switch had no effect. The vehicle continued forward and crashed through my closed garage door","quote_2_odi":"11660621","quote_2_text":"The contact leased a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floorboard, and there was a loss of pressure on the brake pedal. The contact stated that the vehicle continued to roll but eventually came to a stop","quote_3_odi":"11626675","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to slow immediately","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-door-handle-lock-recall","label":"Door handle recall failure with unintended unlocking","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11629712","quote_1_text":"Lack of recall remedy for an issue that can cause the door to spontaneously open (I'm paraphrasing) while driving. This is due to a faulty door handle that allows water in, which can short the circuit board, causing the door to open on its own","quote_2_odi":"11618366","quote_2_text":"Volkswagon is being irresponsible with their response to resolving the door issue on my vehicle. The door has opened twice while driving as clearly related to an electrical issue. This is a very dangerous scenario as I cannot predict which door opens at which time","quote_3_odi":"11616118","quote_3_text":"Doors unlocking randomly back seat occupants cannot open the door when the car is unlocked and parked. They put a stop sale on all cars in the making because it’s deemed unsafe to sale but a car that is less than 2 months old is deemed safe and won’t buy back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-hv-battery-charging-fault","label":"High-voltage battery and charging system fault","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729298","quote_1_text":"I am reporting an unresolved safety recall (NHTSA 26V030, Volkswagen recall 93EA) involving a high-voltage battery defect with potential risk of fire. My vehicle (VIN: [XXX] ) was purchased in the United States but is currently located in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic","quote_2_odi":"11720184","quote_2_text":"VW recall on ID 4 for battery range dropping under the listed battery range. Know recall on battery without any solution. Local VW dealership in Thousand Oaks, CA without any solution. Driving 45 miles with 100% charged battery will drop the battery by 60+ miles","quote_3_odi":"11710299","quote_3_text":"I own one of 311 vehicles specifically identified in this recall regarding \"misaligned electrodes\" and \"shifted cathodes\" in the high-voltage battery","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-infotainment-display-freeze","label":"Infotainment and instrument cluster freeze or blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703601","quote_1_text":"I purchased this 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 as a Certified Pre-Owned vehicle, and the electrical issues began almost immediately after taking ownership. While driving, the main infotainment display will suddenly reset, freeze, or go completely blank","quote_2_odi":"11698747","quote_2_text":"While driving, infotainment locked and rebooted multiple times, until eventually the whole car rebooted while driving. Lost all visibility of speedometer and everything on heads up display. for 1-2 minutes","quote_3_odi":"11703178","quote_3_text":"My screen frozed while I was driving to the point that I was not able to know how fast I was driving. My backup camera also did not displayed on the screen. I sent videos to [XXX]. The tire pressure stated that tire has a normal pressure but I had a flat tire","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-nav-linked-phantom-braking","label":"Navigation-linked phantom braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11672066","quote_1_text":"The car's position as shown on the navigation screen and as determined by the car's internal GPS was off by several hundred miles. While driving on the highway using adaptive cruise control, the car would frequently decelerate rapidly from 60+ mph to 30 or less","quote_2_odi":"11668354","quote_2_text":"ID.4 2024 Pro AWD (Canada) Cannot connect to CARNET (Since June 16 2024, for past 5 days), vehicle breaks suddenly on highway. Dash displays approaching intersection but there's no intersection. Traumatizing experience","quote_3_odi":"11687367","quote_3_text":"GPS/navigation cannot determine position. ACC/driver-assist features are sometimes disabled, but then reactivate with no warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2024-unintended-acceleration-parking","label":"Unintended acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":48,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11680647","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen ID.4. The contact stated upon pulling to a parking space and depressing the brake pedal, the brake Auto Brake Hold system engaged; however, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly, and the front end of the vehicle crashed into the side of one","quote_2_odi":"11706295","quote_2_text":"I was parking , I had my foot on the brake. I was at the parking curb stopped and my vehicle fully ecellerated , full speed crashing me into the building infront of me. the vehicle would not turn off even after exiting","quote_3_odi":"11657958","quote_3_text":"I am filing this formal complaint with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration regarding a critical safety failure involving my 2024 Volkswagen ID.4","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-heated-windshield-fire","label":"Heated windshield cracking, smoking, and fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729245","quote_1_text":"For the second time, the car began burning and smoking from the windshield, melting parts of the car near the windshield wipers and the glass itself, and filling the car's cabin with smoke","quote_2_odi":"11714684","quote_2_text":"I turned on the defroster for the front windshield for the first time on this new vehicle. I had it on for a few minutes to defrost ice from the windshield. Immediately after turning it off, I heard a loud cracking noise","quote_3_odi":"11731993","quote_3_text":"On April 1st I had my windshield replaced due to a crack in the upper central portion of the windshield. When the glass place took the windshield off my car they found a burnt section in the headliner","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-infotainment-reboot","label":"Infotainment display reboots and blackouts while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11704959","quote_1_text":"Since purchase, the vehicle has experienced at least eight 8 separate failures of the infotainment / central display system, which controls essential vehicle functions including climate control, audio, vehicle settings, and camera systems","quote_2_odi":"11698722","quote_2_text":"While driving, the infotainment and central control display on our 2025 Volkswagen ID.4 repeatedly crash without warning","quote_3_odi":"11715104","quote_3_text":"While driving, the center infotainment display repeatedly goes completely black and reboots without warning","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"ID.4","model_slug":"id4","cluster_id":"id4-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden acceleration during low-speed parking maneuvers","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695134","quote_1_text":"The vehicle launched forward while parking going thru a CMU wall, causing considerable damage to the structure and the car itself","quote_2_odi":"11684400","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at 5-10 MPH, attempting to park, the vehicle suddenly and rapidly accelerated on its own","quote_3_odi":"11753066","quote_3_text":"On 6/29/2026, While engaging the brakes on my leased ID.4, I was slowing down approaching another car, and suddenly the vehicle surged forward with full acceleration","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/id4","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-abs-control-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure triggering brake warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11590030","quote_1_text":"ABS module in 2010 VW Jetta wagon malfunctioned. Warning lights in dash were lit for ABS, Brake, and airbag on 5/18/24. Towed to local auto shop by AAA on 5/20/24. Verified by local auto shop as faulty ABS module on 5/21/24. Prior year VW Jetta wagon (2009) already has recall","quote_2_odi":"11460250","quote_2_text":"After a hard braking situation, the ABS, Traction Control, and Brake warning lights activated. A computer scan by the dealer indicated the ABS system failed and needs replacement (computer printout and repair estimate attached). There is a recall (16V-913) for the identical","quote_3_odi":"11279826","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS INDICATOR BEGAN TO BEEP. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN INITIALLY. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-dsg-mechatronic-neutral-shift","label":"DSG mechatronic unit failure, unintended shift to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11533319","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unintendedly shifted into neutral(N). The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V333000 (Power Train). The","quote_2_odi":"11105183","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THE 2010 JETTA TDI. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT HAS FAILED AND VW WILL NOT SELL PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT IS FAULTY. THEIR WORDS BUT THEY ALSO WON'T RECALL THE TRANSMISSION EITHER. TRANSMISSION SHOPS HAVE NOT BEEN ABLE TO BUY PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION FOR OVER 4","quote_3_odi":"11003839","quote_3_text":"WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR ROLLS UNPOWERED TO A STOP. IF THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED TO \"PARK\" TO RESTART THE ENGINE IT IS THEN IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF \"PARK\" INTO NEUTRAL OR ANY OTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing stall while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423896","quote_1_text":"I was driving 75 miles an hour on a major interstate and the car stopped accelerating while I was driving.(major safety issue) I was able to get to the side of the road and the car died and would not start again. The glow plug warning light started flashing as this was","quote_2_odi":"11111037","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 6TH, WHILE ROLLING UP TO AN INTERSECTION, THE GLOW PLUG SENSOR LIGHT FLASHED, AND THEN CAR STALLED. IT WOULDN'T START AGAIN. IT WAS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS AS THE MPH ON THE ROAD IS 50, AND THE CAR WAS NOT IN A GOOD POSITION TO BE MOVED TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. TONS OF CARS","quote_3_odi":"11033407","quote_3_text":"ENGINE STALLS OUT AS IF IT IS GETTING NO FUEL. IT HAPPENS WHEN IT IS STATIONARY, IN MOTION AND ON CITY STREETS ON OCCASIONS AND VERY DANGEROUS. SEEMS LIKE SOMETHING WRONG WITH THE FUEL PUMP","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-ignition-switch-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key stuck, engine will not shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11420656","quote_1_text":"When I try to start the car it was giving me a hard time to turn the key in the ignition then when I got it to start I was coming home and I park the car try to stop the car and take the key out the ignition it won't cut off and the key stuck in the ignition while the car still","quote_2_odi":"11132106","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STRUCK THE IGNITION WITH A HAMMER LIGHTLY AND THE KEY WAS ABLE TO BE RELEASED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO CIOCCA VOLKSWAGEN (1346 LEHIGH ST,","quote_3_odi":"11078570","quote_3_text":"THE KEY IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION WITH ENGINE RUNNING. HAD TO PULL RELAY TO STOP ENGINE. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. DEALER CHARGES $600-$800 TO REPAIR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"vw-jetta-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11350140","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VW JETTA WITH 118K ON IT AND WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY ENGINE DIED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY CAUSING SOME SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. I EVETUALLY HAD THE CAR TOWED TO NEAREST REPAIR SHOP AND THEY ESTIMATED REPAIR COST TO BE BETWEEN 4-5K RANGE TO REPLACE THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11222727","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN SYSTEM IN MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WOLFSBURG EDITION FAILED, RENDERING THE CAR IMMOBILE. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS IN A PARKING LOT, AS FAILURE IN A ROAD COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT. BASED ON READINGS, THIS HAS HAPPENED TO MULTIPLE CARS WITH THE SAME ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-abs-control-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11677285","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module total failure No warnings appeared prior to the total failure of the ABS Control Module to indicate that the car needed servicing. ABS would have failed in an emergency braking according to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11444005","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes locked up causing the vehicle to spin 180 degrees","quote_3_odi":"11234479","quote_3_text":"AT 46,800 MILES THE ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED. WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS INCLUDING (ABS, TRACTION, AIR BAG, AND BRAKE) ILLUMINATE. THESE LIGHTS REMAIN ON WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND VEHICLE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11419266","quote_1_text":"My car would randomly stall while driving, happens both when braking and not braking. When it stalls steering wheel locks up, cannot press gas pedal, and brakes stop working almost","quote_2_odi":"11144129","quote_2_text":"WHEN DRIVING CAR THE ENGINE WILL STALL AND LOCK UP THE POWER STEERING. IT MAY HAPPEN 3-4 TIMES WITHIN IN 3 MILE DISTANCE. IT HAS BEEN TAKEN TO TWO DIFFERENT AUTO REPAIR SHOPS ONE OF WHICH DEALS ONLY WITH GERMAN MOTORS. THE PROBLEM CANNOT BE DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11030417","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY SINCE PURCHASE, COMMONLY WHEN EXITING A FREEWAY TO A STOP OR DURING RUSH HOUR(STOP/GO)TRAFFIC. BEFORE STALLING, VEHICLE WILL JERK, ROUGH IDLE, AND DELAY ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-horn-failure-clockspring","label":"Horn failure linked to clockspring/airbag light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11032548","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT ON, VW MECHANIC DIAGNOSED STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING FAILURE, AND INDICATED THE AIRBAGS MAY FAIL TO DEPLOY. THIS VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN A PREVIOUS RECALL FOR THE SAME ISSUE ON THE SAME MAKE AND MODEL","quote_2_odi":"11066511","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE HORN WOULD NOT FUNCTION. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER TO A FUEL STATION, TURNED OFF THE VEHICLE, RESTARTED IT, BUT THE HORN WAS STILL NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"11124715","quote_3_text":"MY HORN AND FRONT RIGHT PARKING LIGHT BOTH STOPPED WORKING AT THE SAME TIME. I NOTICED THERE IS A RECALL FOR THE SAME MAKE/MODEL/YEAR AS MY CAR, BUT MY VIN IS NOT INCLUDED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-ignition-switch-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch/key stuck in ignition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11487725","quote_1_text":"Ignition switch. Having a hard time turning car off","quote_2_odi":"11319592","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS IN PARK AND TRIED TURNING KEY TO TURN VEHICLE OFF. THE KEY WILL NOT COME OUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH AND CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF. DISCONNECTED BATTERY, CAR STILL WOULD NOT TURN OFF. I HAD TO REMOVE FUSE IN ORDER FOR CAR TO TURN OFF","quote_3_odi":"11129728","quote_3_text":"IGNITION KEY WILL NOT TURN ENGINE OFF, CANNOT REMOVE WITHOUT 10 MINUTES OF JIGGLING. SECOND OCCURRENCE, SECOND REPAIR. MY VEHICLE HAS 49,800 MILES. IGNITION MODULE AND ASSOCIATED PARTS WERE REPLACED IN 2015 DUE TO FAILURE AND NOW IN SEPTEMBER 2018 DUE TO FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-radio-head-unit-failure","label":"Radio/head unit sudden failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11310610","quote_1_text":"CAR HAS LESS THAN 44,000 MILES AND RADIO STOPPED WORKING. NO WARNING..JUST STOPPED WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11046977","quote_2_text":"TURNED ON VEHICLE, WENT TO TURN ON THE STEREO, AND ONCE I HIT THE 'POWER' BUTTON, IT TURNED ON AND THEN THE SCREEN WENT BLACK, RESULTING IN THE COMPLETE LOSS OF THE HEAD UNIT, RADIO, BLUE TOOTH, AND CLOCK","quote_3_odi":"11183703","quote_3_text":"MY RADIO STOPPED WORKING. MY WARRANTY JUST RAN OUT AND THEN MY RADIO GOES. I DO NOT THINK THIS IS A COINCIDENCE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring/trailing arm fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11478915","quote_1_text":"Going down the road - in town - at about 35 mph and I started to hear loud clanking while I felt as the rear of the car felt \"stiff\" all of a sudden. I parked the car as soon as I could to check it over","quote_2_odi":"11423741","quote_2_text":"The spring in the back left suspension fell off/broke. We heard a loud clank on the highway and were able to slowly steer to a local mechanic. The back left of the car sunk over the wheel, he looked under and told us the issue","quote_3_odi":"11326318","quote_3_text":"BOTH REAR SPRINGS BROKE WITHOUT WARNING (AT SEPARATE TIMES). THIS CLEARLY SEEMS TO BE A MANUFACTURING DEFECT, AS I HAVE SINCE DISCOVERED THAT IT'S A VERY COMMON OCCURRENCE. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2011-wiper-failure-cold-weather","label":"Windshield wiper failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":639,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11403786","quote_1_text":"I WAS ON THE HIGHWAY WHEN IT STARTED POURING RAIN. I TRIED TO TURN ON MY WINDSHIELD WIPERS ON THE VW JETTA 2011 AND THEY DID NOT MOVE. I LOST VISIBILITY IN SECONDS AT 50MPH AND THANK GOODNESS, WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER BEFORE ANYONE WAS HURT BUT IT WAS TERRIFYING AND A CLOSE CALL","quote_2_odi":"11089735","quote_2_text":"WIPERS DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN COLD TEMPERATURES. IN VERY COLD WEATHER, THEY WILL OFTEN TAKE 3-5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING ONCE TURNED ON. IN COOL TEMPERATURES THEY WILL OFTEN RUN AT A VERY SLOW PACE. CHANGING WIPER BLADES HAS NO EFFECT/IMPACT","quote_3_odi":"11057496","quote_3_text":"IF THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW APPROXIMATELY 15 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, THE WIPERS FAIL TO OPERATE. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED, OR DURING OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure triggers warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2023-11","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11553518","quote_1_text":"ABS module controlling the Anti-Lock brake system has failed. I am told there is a recall for earlier models of this car for the very same issue but not for 2012 model year","quote_2_odi":"11414557","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN KNOWS THEY HAVE A PROBLEM WITH THEIR ABS MODULE BUT REFUSE TO CORRECT IT. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS. CODES: 01130 ABS OPERATION NOT A PLAUSIBLE SIGNAL","quote_3_odi":"11130484","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING MY CAR ON NORMAL DRIVING CONDITIONS, NO RAIN, DAYLIGHT HOURS, WHEN COMING UP ON A STOP SIGN I PUSHED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND IT WOULDN'T PUSH, THE BREAKS DIDN'T WORK, I PUMPED THEM AND STILL THE PEDAL WOULDN'T MOVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clock spring failure disables horn and airbag warning","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-03 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11618327","quote_1_text":"Clock spring went out and would have failed to deploy the airbags if i was in an accident. there was no notification that said it went out","quote_2_odi":"11105286","quote_2_text":"WHILE DEPRESSING THE HORN, IT FAILED TO SOUND AND THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE CLOCK SPRING NEEDED TO BE REPAIRED","quote_3_odi":"11078638","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED THE PRECEDING VEHICLE AFTER IT STOPPED ABRUPTLY. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED HEAD AND NECK INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front or rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2022-05","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11465875","quote_1_text":"Front driver strut coil spring snapped while driving","quote_2_odi":"11397193","quote_2_text":"I HAD TO HAVE ALL FOUR SPRINGS REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE BROKEN. I'VE SEEN MANY COMPLAINTS ABOUT THE SAME PROBLEM","quote_3_odi":"11194747","quote_3_text":"ABOUT A YEAR AGO BOTH REAR SPRINGS WERE BROKE AND THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THEM. ABOUT A MONTH AGO BOTH FRONT SPRINGS WERE BROKE AND THE DEALERSHIP REPLACED THEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-hpfp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure contaminates fuel system","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11614705","quote_1_text":"Cp4 high pressure fuel pump will self-destruct causing little pieces of metal to go throughout the fuel system and causing thousands in repair lots of manufacturers are doing recalls to this pump but nothing for Volkswagen","quote_2_odi":"11197016","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE SHUT OFF WHILE TRAVELING AT 65MPH ON THE HIGHWAY. THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED, CAUSING THE SHUTDOWN","quote_3_odi":"11172550","quote_3_text":"HAVING DIFFICULTY WITH MY VW JETTA SPORTWAGEN 2012 WITH ITS HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP HAVING CONTAMINATED THE FUEL SYSTEM IN THE CAR WITH METAL SHARDS CAPTURED ON THE FUEL METERING VALVE. ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM NEEDS REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch, engine won't shut off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":47,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11063840","quote_1_text":"KEY IS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN CAR IS PARKED, CAR WILL NOT TURN OFF","quote_2_odi":"11114191","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHILE STARTING AND SHUTTING OFF THE VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS EVERY TIME SOMEONE ELSE OTHER THAN I, THE OWNER ATTEMPTS TO TURN OFF THE VEHICLE. I HAVE HAD TO WIGGLE THE KEY A CERTAIN WAY TO TURN IT OFF","quote_3_odi":"11094006","quote_3_text":"I WAS HAVING TROUBLES TURNING MY CAR OFF IN DECEMBER 2015. THE KEY WAS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION AND NO MATTER WHAT I DID, I COULDN'T REMOVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-parked-vehicle-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rolls away after being parked and shut off","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11256100","quote_1_text":"WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE AND PLACING THE GEAR IN THE PARK POSITION, THE VEHICLE STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD DOWN A HILL. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY THE EMERGENCY BRAKE BEFORE THE VEHICLE ROLLED INTO A RIVER","quote_2_odi":"11254665","quote_2_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF AND PARKED WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH, THE VEHICLE WOULD ROLL AWAY. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT THE EMERGENCY BRAKE NEEDED TO BE ACTIVATED EVERY TIME THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED TO PREVENT IT FROM ROLLING","quote_3_odi":"11283166","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY ON AN INCLINE SUBURBAN CITY STREET. THE KEY WAS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED FROM THE IGNITION AFTER DRIVING AND PLACING GEAR IN THE PARK POSITION. I WAS ABLE TO REMOVE IT AFTER I PUT THE VEHICLE IN THE NEUTRAL GEAR POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Sunroof leaks or shatters unexpectedly","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11316756","quote_1_text":"AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE 78 WEST BOUND FREEWAY, IT SOUNDED LIKE A LOUD EXPLOSION. I PULLED OVER AND NOTICED MY SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND SHATTERED. IT JUST BLEW UP WITH NO EXPLANATION, NOTHING HIT IT","quote_2_odi":"11195576","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF LEAKS ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE WHEN IT RAINS, CAUSING THE CAR TO HAVE FLOODING ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE FRONT SEAT AND BACK","quote_3_odi":"11372646","quote_3_text":"WATER LEAKED INTO CAR INTERIOR CARPET AND SPARE TIRE WELL. NEVER RECEIVED ANY NOTIFICATION OF RECALL DUE TO SUNROOF LEAKING. REPAIR WAS $900 OUT OF MY POCKET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2012-wiper-cold-weather-failure","label":"Windshield wipers stop working in cold weather","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":526,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11372462","quote_1_text":"WHEN THE WEATHER GETS COLD AROUND 35 DEGREES AND LOWER, THE WIPERS STOP WORKING. THEY ARE NOT STUCK TO WINDSHIELD. VERY DANGEROUS AND HAPPENS RANDOMLY ON IN THE WINTER","quote_2_odi":"11182615","quote_2_text":"WHEN IT IS COLD OUTSIDE AND THE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW 20 DEGREES THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP WORKING. WHEN THE TEMPERATURE WARMS UP THE WIPERS START WORKING AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11162008","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT TURN ON WHEN TEMPERATURES REACH BELOW 30 DEGREES. HAPPENS AT INITIAL START UP. A REAL SAFETY ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-airbag-clockspring-failure","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11468336","quote_1_text":"Airbag malfunction indicator lamp has illuminated, horn is not funtional. Returned to Volkswagen dealership for diagnosis, prognosis being faulty \"clock spring.\" Was previously indicated as repaired under recall exhibiting same symptoms some years previously but, problem has","quote_2_odi":"11460189","quote_2_text":"My car's clock spring has failed causing the driver side / steering wheel airbag connection to fail in my car. I see that many other VW's including many VW Jettas in the same year of manufacture had a recall for this exact issue but searching by my VIN does not show a recall","quote_3_odi":"11691807","quote_3_text":"I discovered that my 2013 Volkswagen Jetta has a completely nonfunctional airbag system. On 8/23/23- airbag warning light illuminated and has remained on. In 08/2025- Midas staff informed me the light may indicate an airbag defect and referred me to Volkswagen. On 09/24/2025","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-brake-lockup-failure","label":"Brake pedal lockup or failure to stop","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11509328","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a rainy day on the freeway where my breaks went out on me. I pressed down all of the way and the car wouldn’t stop. After I let go of the break I then pressed on the break again and they seemed to have locked on me. I ended up using my emergency breaks and was","quote_2_odi":"11485904","quote_2_text":"The car automatically locked its brakes without me even touching the brakes while I was going 60mph and almost lost control. My safety was put at risk because the car locked its brakes without me pushing the breaks, they would not disengage and was stuck in the middle of the","quote_3_odi":"11458873","quote_3_text":"The brake system has malfunctioned, and I would be happy for you to inspect it. The brakes come on suddenly when the foot brake is not being applied. The car will not move when this happens, creating a very dangerous situation on the road","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-ignition-key-lock-recall","label":"Ignition switch key removal and steering lock recall","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11537164","quote_1_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition switch and the car is not able to turn off. In order to remove the key you have to jiggle it several times which could be minutes or up to an hour. Could be a safety issue if I’m somewhere and need to turn the car off immediately","quote_2_odi":"11278492","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V615000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT","quote_3_odi":"11720919","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle decelerated and nearly caused a crash on the freeway. The vehicle was pulled over to the side of the road, restarted, and the vehicle operated as intended","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-mechatronic-transmission-failure","label":"DSG/hybrid transmission mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":80,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11565919","quote_1_text":"This is a common problem with the 2013 vw hybrid Jetta. The dealership charged me $300 and told me I needed to just replace my transmission because the mechtronic unit has cracks in it. No mention of a recall. Here is a description of my issue (found online), to the letter","quote_2_odi":"11445452","quote_2_text":"Transmission is about to fail: at ODO 98800 the CEL indicates code P177B - Clutch Tolerance limit reached. The DSG transmission mechatronic unit was changed at ODO 46734 because the engine was loosing power. Volkswagen's has a recent recall 34J6 for this problem and vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11702517","quote_3_text":"While driving the vehicle at about 20mph about a week ago, the check hybrid light began flashing. After stopping and restarting the vehicle, the check engine light came on. The vehicle has been diagnosed at a Volkswagen dealership service center as leaking hydraulic fluid from","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-stall-no-restart-electrical","label":"Vehicle stalling and failing to restart while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11486108","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently fail to restart soon after failure. Due to the failure, the vehicle had been","quote_2_odi":"11348813","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 40 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO MAKE A LEFT TURN, THE VEHICLE LOSS MOTIVE POWER WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT PLACED THE VEHICLE IN PARK FOR 30 SECONDS AND ATTEMPTED TO RESTART THE VEHICLE HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO","quote_3_odi":"11459500","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle would vibrate and jerk. The contact also mentioned that the braking system failed to function as designed. The check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed that the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2013-tdi-fuel-pump-failure","label":"TDI diesel high pressure fuel pump failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":516,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11593931","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed on a 2013 TDI diesel. Every other manufacturer was forced to recall / replace the Bosch CP4 hpfp , why was volkswagen's not recalled? The failure of this component stops the car on the interstate. VW offered a 10 year extended warranty while all","quote_2_odi":"11623806","quote_2_text":"Cp4 pump failed on car with 85,000 miles on it sending metal pieces throughout the fuel system causing damage and a $9,000 bill to fix a car worth $9,000 so it is essentially totaled","quote_3_odi":"11735317","quote_3_text":"Driving vehicle on highway, vehicle lost engine power, no acceleration possible. Attempt to restart vehicle resulted in no start. Subsequent evaluation of fault revealed high pressure fuel pump failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-airbag-clockspring-warning-light","label":"Air bag clockspring and warning light","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11217687","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON RANDOMLY AND WILL NOT GO AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11493034","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 MPH and depressing on the horn, the horn failed to make a sound. The contact stated that the air bag, ABS, and Electronic Steering Control (ESC) warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Air bag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11702637","quote_1_text":"On October 17, 2025, I was driving my 2014 Volkswagen Jetta at approximately","quote_2_odi":"11579350","quote_2_text":"The contact owned a 2014 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that the son was driving at 46-47 MPH and turning left when another vehicle driving at 65-70 MPH crashed into the entire driver's side of the vehicle causing the vehicle to spin approximately","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-auxiliary-heater-fire","label":"Auxiliary heater fire","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11708912","quote_1_text":"the auxiliary heater had burned through the heat shield and melted into the cabin causing a small fire and now some smoke to enter the cabin","quote_2_odi":"11697713","quote_2_text":"Auxiliary Heater, Part# 1KO 963 235 H, Melted at the grounding post, potentially damaging wiring harness. Fire started in driver side footwell on 11/5/2025. Included is a photo of where the fire originated from. Medium burning to hands, and","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11640392","quote_1_text":"Oil consumption: My 2014 Jetta 1.8T SE is consuming oil at an excessive rate. This began at 30,000 miles and has been to the VW dealership numerous times ending without resolution","quote_2_odi":"11363813","quote_2_text":"MY 2014 VW JETTA HAS ONLY 45,000 MILES AND IS OUT OF WARRANTY IS BURNING UP TO 5 QUARTS EVERY MONTH. I JUST PAID IT OFF BACK IN MAY OF THIS YEAR. CAN VW BE LIABLE TO FIXED IT AT NO CHARGE? WHAT ARE MY OPTIONS IF ANY?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-front-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11496307","quote_1_text":"Front end making a banging noise. Local car shop tells me the front Driver side STRUT COIL SPRING is broken and flopping around. Car steers, and drives ok.WHAT IF IT HAD BLOWN MY TIRE when it busted???? Have never seen one of these springs break myself","quote_2_odi":"11343127","quote_2_text":"ON JUNE 21, 2020 WHILE DRIVING DOWN A PAVED FLAT ROAD MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT COIL SPRING SNAPPED. I DID NOT HIT ANY BUMPS. THE PART WAS NOT RUSTY AND DID NOT SHOW ANY SIGNS OF WEAR. I HAD THE PART REPLACED. YESTERDAY, AUGUST 3, 2020, THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT COIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-key-stuck-in-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11472454","quote_1_text":"key gets stuck in ignition and CANNOT turn car off","quote_2_odi":"11257577","quote_2_text":"2014 VW JETTA CAR KEY IS GETTING STUCK IN THE KEY IGNITION. PROBLEM STARTED AROUND ONLY AT 50,000 MILES. RIGHT NOW, AROUND 55,900 MILES, THE PROBLEM HAPPENS EVERY SINGLE TIME THE CAR KEY GETS INSERTED INTO THE KEY IGNITION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-mechatronic-transmission-failure","label":"Mechatronic transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":42,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11732453","quote_1_text":"I was leaving my house to head to work. When I turned on the highway. The car randomly stopped accelerating. No warning or anything just stopped going. Pulled over to the side and shut it off for five mins. Turned it back on by the car","quote_2_odi":"11649963","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the Highway at 65 miles per hour when my vehicle suddenly appeared to go into neutral and I lost power in the middle lane and almost was rear-ended. I was able to move over to the side shoulder just gliding","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2014-timing-chain-camshaft-sensor-stall","label":"Timing chain and camshaft sensor stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":386,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11538177","quote_1_text":"timming chain damaged engine","quote_2_odi":"11267971","quote_2_text":"PERFECTLY MAINTAINED 2014 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WITH 65K MILES ON IT \"TIMING CHAINS ARE STRETCHED AND CAMSHAFT ADJUSTMENTS VALUES ARE OUTSIDE OF SPECIFICATIONS MEANING THE CAMSHAFT HAS FAILED\". THERE IS ALSO AN ISSUE WITH THE TENSIONER","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-airbag-occupant-sensor","label":"Passenger air bag occupant sensor malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11403808","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE PASSENGER SEAT INDICATES THAT A PASSENGER IS NOT THERE WHEN THERE IS. IT WILL START BLINKING RANDOMLY, SOMETIMES REGISTERING THEM AND SOMETIMES NOT. THIS HAPPENS WHILE DRIVING OR WHILE STATIONARY.","quote_2_odi":"11663177","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle, the front passenger’s seat air bag warning light remained illuminated.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-brake-pedal","label":"Brake pedal stiffness and extended stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11503624","quote_1_text":"I'm finding the brake pedal to be extremely hard to depress. This happened overnight, as the car was operating normally; now I'm afraid to move it because I can't brake properly at very low speeds.","quote_2_odi":"10789263","quote_2_text":"I BOUGHT A BRAND NEW 2015 VW JETTA IN JUNE 2015 IN SAN JOSE, CA. ON 7TH NOV 2015 I WAS IN THIS JETTA WITH MY FAMILY, DRIVING AT 70 MPH. TRAFFIC STARTED SLOWING DOWN AND I TRIED BRAKING BUT I HAD ALMOST NO BRAKES.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-camshaft-failure","label":"Camshaft failure with loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11252546","quote_1_text":"PRE-MATURE CAMSHAFT FAILURE. LOBE FOR NUMBER 2 CYLINDER. NO COMPRESSION. 80K MILES. DRIVING 65MPH ON INTERSTATE, ENGINE LIGHTS LIT UP THE DASHBOARD, CAR STUMBLED, HAD TO PULL OFF THE SIDE AND LIMP TO THE NEXT EXIT.","quote_2_odi":"10850197","quote_2_text":"THE CAMSHAFT LOBE HAS THE POTENTIAL TO UNEXPECTEDLY SHEAR OFF FROM THE CHAMSHAFT. VW'S REMEDY IS A SOFTWARE UPDATE. IT SEEMS THE CAMSHAFT SHOULD BE REDESIGNED INSTEAD. HOW WILL A SOFTWARE UPDATE FIX THIS ISSUE?","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2022-12","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11459254","quote_1_text":"Since we've owned it (bought new), every coil spring has broken. The last one is being repaired today at the VW dealership. The car has about 77k miles. I have never had any springs break on any other car, and one had 120k miles on it.…","quote_2_odi":"11426227","quote_2_text":"Rear suspension springs needed to be replaced. Both were snapped in two pieces, one happened to be broken but held together (stacked top to bottom) as two separate pieces. Nothing occurred to the car to cause this. Car has approximately 90,000 miles.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-fuel-odor-leak","label":"Fuel odor and fuel system leaks","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10937142","quote_1_text":"THIS VEHICLE'S VIN REPORT SHOWS NO OPEN RECALLS. YET I SMELL FUEL IN THE CABIN AND HAVE ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS SEEN EVIDENCE OF FUEL LEAKED ON THE GROUND. OTHER 2015 JETTAS DO HAVE RECALLS FOR A FUEL RAIL LEAK. MY VEHICLE APPEARS TO HAVE THE SAME SAFETY ISSUE.…","quote_2_odi":"10819249","quote_2_text":"ABOUT THREE WEEKS AGO WITH 16K MILES I CALLED VW AND INDICATED THAT MY JETTA SMELLED LIKE DIESEL. I WAS TOLD IT WAS PROBABLY JUST AN OVERFILLED FUEL TANK. IT TURNED OUT TO BE A LEAKY HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP. ON THE 2015 JETTA, THIS IS LOCATED ON THE TOP OF THE ENGINE.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11217659","quote_1_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF THE ENGINE.","quote_2_odi":"10985707","quote_2_text":"THE IGNITION CYLINDER/SWITCH IS BAD. WHEN RUNNING, THE KEY WILL NOT TURN OFF. THIS IS DANGEROUS FOR MANY REASONS. THERE IS NOT A RECALL ON THIS BUT THERE NEEDS TO BE AFTER READING FORUMS AND SEEING HOW MANY JETTA'S HAVE THE SAME EXACT PROBLEM.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-stall-no-start","label":"Engine stall and intermittent no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":21,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"10763635","quote_1_text":"2015 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE ENGINE STALLS AND SHUTS OFF WHILE DRIVING. *SMD","quote_2_odi":"11644963","quote_2_text":"I hardly used this car and had it diagnosed and new battery but the car intermittently won’t start some times but there is no reason known","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2015-transmission-mechatronic","label":"Transmission and mechatronic unit failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":193,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-26","quote_1_odi":"11489074","quote_1_text":"2015 Volkswagen Jetta Hybrid, 73,000 miles mechatronic transmission failure. Vehicle repeatedly experiences loss of power/stalling and low and highway speeds. Losing power at any speed, specially highway speeds is a SAFETY issue.…","quote_2_odi":"11441044","quote_2_text":"In the past few months, the vehicle stopped in the middle of the road on various occasions. It was taken to a VW dealer, who found nothing wrong with it. On November 11, 2021, the vehicle stopped in the street, and would no longer move, forward or reverse.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11728910","quote_1_text":"I tried to stop my car and the brake pedal went completely to the floor and did not stop at all. There were no warning lights on, I keep my brakes and car well maintained. My car hit the rear of another car because the brakes failed to engage when I pushed the pedal down","quote_2_odi":"11242906","quote_2_text":"\"BRAKE FAILURE\" SON WAS DRIVING VEHICLE IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC. THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM STARTED TO GO HE SLOWLY FOLLOWED. HE WAS GOING ABOUT 10-15MPH, AND THE TRUCK IN FRONT OF HIM SLAMMED ON BRAKES SUDDENLY. WHEN CAUSED HIM TO HAVE TO BRAKE","quote_3_odi":"10906423","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED, IT TRAVELED TO THE FLOORBOARD SEVERAL TIMES WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THERE WAS A STRONG VIBRATION COMING FROM THE BRAKING SYSTEM WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS APPLIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-fuel-rail-leak-odor","label":"Fuel rail leak and gasoline odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11452241","quote_1_text":"The contact owned a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at 15-25 MPH, she smelled a strong burning gas odor. The contact veered to the side of the road. The contact felt an intense heat on her legs","quote_2_odi":"11367077","quote_2_text":"WE HAVE A 2016 VW JETTA TSI 1.4L (EA211 ENGINE) WITH A MANUAL TRANSMISSION. AT APPROXIMATELY 98,000 MILES, FUEL STARTED LEAKING FROM THE FUEL RAIL AREA, SLOWLY AT FIRST, JUST A SCENT OF FUEL","quote_3_odi":"11512842","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated upon entering the vehicle, there was a strong gasoline odor. Additionally, the vehicle experienced a rough start. The electronic power control (EPC) and check engine warning lights were illuminated","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-horn-failure","label":"Horn failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11419548","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was being serviced for an inspection, she was informed that the horn was not functioning properly","quote_2_odi":"11408073","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE AS DESIGNED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DICK HANNA VOLKSWAGEN (12345 E. BURNSIDE ST, PORTLAND, OR 97233, (503) 822-3467) TO BE DIAGNOSED","quote_3_odi":"11324980","quote_3_text":"JUNE 1, 2019. HORN STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING, NOW WORKS INTERMITTENTLY WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY. BY THE TIME I CAN SCHEDULE SERVICE FROM VW THE HORN STARTS WORKING AGAIN. MARCH 15, 2020. HORN COMPLETELY STOPPED WORKING WHILE DRIVING OR STATIONARY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-key-stuck-ignition","label":"Key stuck in ignition switch","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11330903","quote_1_text":"OFTEN IT IS NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO TURN THE KEY BACK TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF; SEEMS TO BE MECHANICAL FAILURE OF THE IGNITION SWITCH. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON AND PERVASIVE PROBLEM WITH PEOPLE REPORTING BEING UNABLE TO TURN THE ENGINE OFF FOR HOURS","quote_2_odi":"11270857","quote_2_text":"IGNITION CYLINDER AND HOUSING ISSUES . KEY GOT STUCK IN IGNITION AND WOULD NOT SHUT OFF THE CAR . THE CAR WAS ON AND RUNNING FOR 4 HOURS STRAIGHT WHILE I WAITED FOR AAA TO TOW IT TO THE DEALERSHIP . I HAD TO REPLACE THE CYLINDER , BOLT AND STEER LOCK","quote_3_odi":"10978914","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE FAILED TO TURN OFF AND THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH. THE CONTACT CALLED THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THE NYLON BUSHING HAD FRACTURED AND JAMMED THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11423346","quote_1_text":"Excessive oil consumption over a short period of time - inspected by auto mechanic and VW dealer - no leaks and no buring of oil noted. Loosing a quart over the period of one month after an oil change","quote_2_odi":"11638987","quote_2_text":"I bought the car brand new in 2016 had the oil changed on its scheduled maintenance and at 77000 mile my timing chain made my car go into limp mode. Now I am looking at a 4700$ in mechanic and engine work","quote_3_odi":"11374861","quote_3_text":"SHORTLY AFTER I PURCHASED MY VEHICLE (USED AT AROUND 73K MILES) THE TURBO FAILED. I THOUGHT THAT WAS ODD AT THE MILEAGE SO I ATTEMPTED TO SUBMIT A CLAIM TO VOLKSWAGEN. I WAS DENIED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2016-power-loss-hesitation","label":"Loss of power and hesitation to accelerate","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":23,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11669727","quote_1_text":"Vehicle begins to shudder and slow with no response to attempts to accelerate and eventually stop completely though engine is still on. This has happened on multiple occasions and in many driving situations including on busy streets or in the middle of turning","quote_2_odi":"11045085","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE PAUSES FOR UP TO 5 SECONDS WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE ACROSS AN INTERSECTION OR WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PASS ANOTHER CAR ON THE HIGHWAY. THIS FAILURE HAPPENS SPORADICALLY WHETHER ON A PUBLIC STREET OR HIGHWAY","quote_3_odi":"10992479","quote_3_text":"2016 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WITH 1.8 L.TURBO ENGINE WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. AFTER TOTALLY STOPPING CAR AT AN INTERSECTION AND THEN APPLYING A LITTLE THROTTLE THE CAR WILL START MOVING OUT INTO INTERSECTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbags failed to deploy in a collision","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11633490","quote_1_text":"My daughter was rear-ended in her 2017 Jetta while stopped. The other driver was going approximately 45 mph, forcing my daughter into the car in front of her as well, causing significant front impact and damage to the vehicle. The air bag did not deploy","quote_2_odi":"11513980","quote_2_text":"On Saturday March 25th I was in an accident in my 2017 jetta. A Tahoe last second lane changed into the front end of my jetta. The impact was at 30mph but no air bags deployed","quote_3_odi":"11432973","quote_3_text":"My daughters car was hit on highway on drivers rear quarter panel. Major damage, frame and axle on car bent. Airbags did not deploy","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-brake-failure","label":"Brake failure and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11265992","quote_1_text":"WHENEVER DRIVING IN RAIN BREAKS GIVE OUT AND FEELS BUMPY. TODAY I WAS DRIVING TO SCHOOL AND I STARTED TO BREAK FOR A LIGHT AND ALMOST REAR-ENDED THE CAR IN FONT OF ME BECAUSE MY BREAKS WOULDN'T BREAK","quote_2_odi":"11118907","quote_2_text":"WHILE TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD I REALIZED DEAD ENDED, I ATTEMPTED TO APPLY MY BRAKES AT WHICH TIME THEY DID NOT WORK, I LOOKED TO ENSURE NOTHING WAS UNDER IT AND WHEN I SEEN THERE WAS NOTHING ATTEMPTED TO APPLY AGAIN, UNFORTUNATELY THEY DID NOT WORK AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11218748","quote_3_text":"I WAS TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON AT 65 MPH AND IT SUDDENLY SLOWED DOWN OR DISENGAGED FOR NO REASON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-clutch-transmission-failure","label":"Clutch and manual transmission failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11161345","quote_1_text":"HEADED EAST ON HIGHWAY 50 IN CARSON CITY, NV AFTER HAVING STOPPED AT TRAFFIC LIGHT. WOULD NOT SHIFT FROM 4TH TO 5TH GEAR. FOUND CLUTCH NOT WORKING","quote_2_odi":"11490399","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has only 10,000 miles. Developed unidentified leak. Shortly after the car was on the freeway in 6th gear and started smoking and revving the engine","quote_3_odi":"11149807","quote_3_text":"UPON PLACING IN REVERSE, THE ENGINE BOGS DOWN, LOWERING THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE AND CAUSES A BAD VIBRATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11195511","quote_1_text":"ON THREE SEPARATE OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING BETWEEN 65-75MPH ON THE HIGHWAY WITH 1/4 TO 1/2 FULL TANK OF GAS, MY CAR BEGAN TO STUTTER/HESITATE","quote_2_odi":"11064703","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED WITH CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP AND WAS TOLD IT WAS THE GAS CAP","quote_3_odi":"11021129","quote_3_text":"BRAND NEW JETTA WITH ABOUT 8000 MILES. AFTER ABOUT 20-25 MINUTES HIGHWAY DRIVING RATTLES AND STALLS ON SURFACE STREET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-fuel-rail-bolt-leak","label":"Fuel rail bolt leak and fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":35,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11603938","quote_1_text":"The fuel rail system came loose, causing fuel to spray in engine bay, as well as loss of power to propel vehicle forward","quote_2_odi":"11673325","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while attempting to start the vehicle, there was a strong gasoline odor inside the vehicle, and the vehicle failed to start","quote_3_odi":"11385277","quote_3_text":"THIS 2017 JETTA HAD A MASSIVE AMOUNT OF GASOLINE SPRAYING FROM THE FUEL RAIL WHICH WAS CAUSED BY POORLY INSTALLED FUEL RAIL BOLTS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-infotainment-touchscreen-failure","label":"Infotainment touchscreen failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11698262","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment system touch screen failed to operate as an intended","quote_2_odi":"11617567","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that on several occasions while the vehicle was started, the infotainment touch screen occasionally went black and did not respond to touch commands","quote_3_odi":"11541352","quote_3_text":"Infotainment unit is extremely faulty with proximity sensors going off randomly engaging brakes and rear view camera not working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-steering-electrical-recall","label":"Steering column electrical system recall delay","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11527577","quote_1_text":"Clockspring in steering wheel has failed, rendering driver airbag non-operational. Should vehicle be involved in a collision, driver airbag will not engage. Horn and steering wheel buttons are also non-operational","quote_2_odi":"11052611","quote_2_text":"WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL IT CLICKS AS IF SOMETHING IS LOOSE. DEALERSHIP HAS REPLACED AIRBAG AND CLOCK SPRING TWICE, STEERING WHEEL STILL CLICKS","quote_3_odi":"11278116","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V615000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STEERING); HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED FOR THE REPAIR WAS NOT AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2017-suspension-spring-failure","label":"Front and rear suspension coil spring failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":159,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-23","quote_1_odi":"11720494","quote_1_text":"On 8/14/24 I had the rear springs replaced due to a broken spring. Now today 2/25/26 I was inform that I have a broken front spring","quote_2_odi":"11573469","quote_2_text":"My 2017 vw Jetta S front left coil spring broke in half & the sharp ends could have puncture my tire while I was driving","quote_3_odi":"11471680","quote_3_text":"We own a 2017 Volkswagen Jetta. While driving at 55 MPH, he heard a loud Bang noise and experienced difficulty steering the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-airbag-occupant-detection","label":"Passenger airbag occupant detection malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11653841","quote_1_text":"Front passenger air bag light came on without provocation and remains on. Have noticed multiple recalls of similar situations with VW air bags being recalled. It appeared to start with the detection of weight change in the seat","quote_2_odi":"11610694","quote_2_text":"Air bag light came on unprovoked. Remains on. We noted this announcement and feel it is the same problem. ((In April 2023, Volkswagen recalled some vehicles due to a faulty front passenger detection system that could deactivate the front passenger air bag","quote_3_odi":"11183128","quote_3_text":"SOMETIMES I LEAVE MY CELL PHONE ON THE PASSENGER SEAT AND THE WARNING BELL CHIMES. IF I REMOVE MY CELL PHONE FROM THE PASSENGER SEAT, THE WARNING STOPS OR IF I DO LOCK THE SEATBELT, IT WILL ALSO STOP THE WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-fuel-rail-leak","label":"Fuel rail leak with fuel odor and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11750939","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has an active, federally mandated safety recall for a fuel rail leak (Recall 24Gi / 20V648000), which is a documented fire hazard. The vehicle now has an active \"EPC\" (Electronic Power Control) dashboard light and a fuel odor","quote_2_odi":"11648748","quote_2_text":"Engine stalled and car emitted fuel smell and leaked from engine area. Vehicle towed to shop. Mechanic found fuel leak near Cylinder #4. Removed intake manifold and found fuel rail loose and leaking from #4 injector","quote_3_odi":"11547215","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that after entering the vehicle and attempting to start the vehicle, the vehicle failed to start on the first attempt","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-ignition-switch-malfunction","label":"Ignition switch and key removal malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11611846","quote_1_text":"Malfunction ignition switch, and ignition cylinder, 50,000 miles on car. Took it to the dealer for diagnosis. No warning lamps or lights showed. My car just stopped allowing my key to come out of the ignition to turn the car off","quote_2_odi":"11598216","quote_2_text":"ignition swith . Same as 2019 and up model recall.NHTSA campaign number: 23V604","quote_3_odi":"11481801","quote_3_text":"Key locked in ignition at an unsafe area where I was stuck for hours","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2018-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission failure requiring replacement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11728653","quote_1_text":"My car made a loud banging noise and would not move even though engine was running. Had towed and was told car needs new transmission I brought to another mechanic for second opinion and was told the same thing code P073300","quote_2_odi":"11394599","quote_2_text":"AT ABOUT 40,000 MILES- CAR WOULD NOT MOVE IN DRIVE POSITION. DASH CODE: ESC. LUCKILY, 2018 JETTA STILL UNDER WARRANTY AND THE TRANSMISSION WAS REPLACED UNDER WARRANTY","quote_3_odi":"11230706","quote_3_text":"WHILE IN MOTION AT LOW SPEEDS, BETWEEN 28 AND 30 MPH, YOU CAN HEAR A GRINDING OR SCRAPING NOISE COMING FROM THE CAR AND YOU CAN FEEL A BIT OF LOSS OF POWER IN THE CAR. I BELIEVE THIS IS IN THE TRANSMISSION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-camshaft-cover-bolts","label":"Camshaft cover bolts backing out and oil leakage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-01 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11690714","quote_1_text":"Exhaust camshaft actuator oil cap bolts loosen and fall out and could cause engine failure. Volkswagen has issued a service bulletin for this problem but not a recall.","quote_2_odi":"11683100","quote_2_text":"Started car in the morning to go to work and 20 minutes later heard loud clunking coming from engine bay. Pulled over and got towed. Upper timing cover was removed and found that screws from camshaft phasers had backed out causing issue. Issue was confirmed at German car shop…","quote_3_odi":"11689580","quote_3_text":"MY Jetta is only 6 years old and has only 27,350 mileage when this issue happened. Low oil light came and took it to a Local Shop where they put it on a lift and saw oil all over the bottom of the car. The technician told me this car is not safe and you need to have it towed to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-fuel-evap-refueling","label":"EVAP and fuel tank refueling failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11728131","quote_1_text":"It will not take fuel. I try very slowly to put fuel in it and it keeps shutting off at the pump. I took it to the VW Dealership and they said it was a stuck valve in the tank. That I would need a new gas tank and wanted to charge me $2000 to fix it. I took it to another place…","quote_2_odi":"11689551","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked and being refueled, fuel was pouring out onto the ground. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed with fuel tank failure. The…","quote_3_odi":"11672502","quote_3_text":"My 2019 Volkswagen Jetta cannot be refueled — gas nozzle clicks off instantly or overflows. The check engine light came on, and VW Corporate confirmed code P00FE, indicating a failure of the EVAP system vent valve. This is a sealed emissions component integrated with the fuel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-ignition-switch-electrical-shutdown","label":"Ignition switch and electrical shutdown in hot weather","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":82,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11738615","quote_1_text":"When the outside temperature is hot the car starts and within a minute or two gives a ‘start system faulty’ warning and the dash and all electronics shut off. The engine continues to run for a period before also shutting down. This happened a number of time and seems to be a…","quote_2_odi":"11680499","quote_2_text":"I was driving my car on a 100 degree day and and after about a block, a warning popped up on the little screen behind the steering wheel that said \"Ignition switch off, safely stop the vehicle\". I feel like the engine may have shut off, but I'm not sure as I just rolled to the…","quote_3_odi":"11679771","quote_3_text":"When outside temperatures get too hot, the electronics on my car completely shut off. I turn the key and within 1 minute, the electronics shut off and the display reads a message stating \"Starter system faulty. Please service vehicle\". This is a hazard, as the brake lights shut…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-shift-lever-park-position","label":"Shift lever park-position message","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2025-09 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11685142","quote_1_text":"I went to leave my workplace and got into my car with a message of “Only Exit Vehicle in a P Position. Please Service Vehicle”. I turned off my vehicle and restarted it and the message went away The next morning I got in my vehicle and the same message came back. Leaving my…","quote_2_odi":"11615683","quote_2_text":"The dashboard has light on with error message: Only exit vehicle in P position. Please service the vehicle. The light is on and off randomly during driving. Car is drivable even with the light on, but it will have the warning beep which is distractive for driver. There are…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-03 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11720998","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 MPH, there was an abnormally loud sound coming from the vehicle. Upon further inspection, the sunroof glass panel had shattered. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was…","quote_2_odi":"11713050","quote_2_text":"Powered sunroof exploded while driving. Contacted Volkswagen and explained the issue to no avail. Also contacted local glass repair business that said they have replaced 3 sunroofs on the same vehicle for the same issue","quote_3_odi":"11695609","quote_3_text":"The panoramic sunroof randomly shattered while driving. Nothing hit it, and it wasnt opened or cracked.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2019-transmission-power-loss","label":"Transmission and drivetrain power loss","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-07 (sample of 200 most-recent of 533 total)","source_complaint_count":533,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11734842","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that after driving and shifting into reverse(R), the vehicle failed to reverse as intended. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the valve body, the wiring harness, and all…","quote_2_odi":"11719231","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving approximately 20 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle lost automotive power intermittently, and the vehicle shuddered abnormally. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-coil-spring-strut-fracture","label":"Coil spring and strut fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11733888","quote_1_text":"Rear left coil spring snapped mid driving, breaking off a 3 inch piece. Car now rattles when it goes over bumps. Upon looking under the car, the right rear coil spring is corroded and snapped as well","quote_2_odi":"11567420","quote_2_text":"The front strut spring broke. The dealer warned against driving it at all, since it could cut open the tire or damage other parts that would cause a lot of control. The vehicle is just past the three year warranty","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-engine-shutdown-driving","label":"Unintended engine shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11328820","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE IS STALLING AT LIGHTS. VEHICLE HAS ROUGH IDLE. VEHICLE AUTOMATIC BRAKING ACTIVATE WITHOUT WARNING. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11498544","quote_2_text":"Hit a pot hole in the road and vehicle completely shut down and will not crank. Diagnostic code U0100 is saying that the ecm and pcm are no longer communicating. If I had been on the highway or in a high traffic area that could have been a life threatening situation","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-epc-warning-light","label":"EPC warning light with fault codes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11351913","quote_1_text":"THE EPC LIGHT COMES ON RANDOMLY AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN REVVING UP THE ENGINE TO OVERTAKE CARS. THE ENGINE SUDDENLY BOGS DOWN AND ENGINE RPMS ARE LIMITED TO 3000 WHEN LIGHT IS ON. IT COULD BE A POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS SITUATION BECAUSE THE CAR WILL NOT WANT TO ACCELERATE","quote_2_odi":"11340224","quote_2_text":"2 SEPARATE INCIDENTS INVOLVING THE EPC. ONE WAS ABOUT 10 DAY'S AGO, JULY 9TH GETTING ON THE FREEWAY IN HOUSTON. CAR THREW UP NUMEROUS ERROR CODES, IT AUTOMATICALLY SLAMMED ON THE BRAKES UPON ENTERING THE MIDDLE LANE OF THE FREEWAY, GAVE AN EPC ERROR CODE,","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-sos-telematics-failure","label":"Emergency SOS/telematics module failure","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11729607","quote_1_text":"There was a warning light for the emergency call function unavailable please service immediately","quote_2_odi":"11579033","quote_2_text":"The SOS emergency that is supposed to work when you press the button or if your car is stolen the module failed and on months of back order","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11698386","quote_1_text":"While driving southbound on I-15 near Exit 300 (5300 S, Murray, Utah), the sunroof on my 2020 Volkswagen Jetta SEL suddenly and spontaneously exploded outward without any impact or external object striking the glass. The vehicle had approximately 72,000 miles at the time","quote_2_odi":"11531073","quote_2_text":"MY SUNROOF WAS EXPODED during I drive to home","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2020-transmission-grind-shake","label":"Transmission grinding and shake when shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11605105","quote_1_text":"I recently purchased a vehicle on July 11th, and on July 12th, I noticed a significant issue with the transmission. Specifically, the vehicle began grinding when I attempted to engage reverse gear","quote_2_odi":"11546501","quote_2_text":"Internal Component on Transmission has failed, Vehicle is Available for inspection (Niello Volkswagen has already confirmed). The vehicle shakes when shifting which could potentially cause an accident","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-door-latch-actuator-failure","label":"Door latch or lock actuator failure, will not open or lock","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11646369","quote_1_text":"Door stopped opening from handle from outside after unlocking with remote only opens from inside door handle","quote_2_odi":"11592640","quote_2_text":"Front passenger door latch/actuator failed and door will not lock with inside door lock, key fob, or upon auto-lock activation at 10 mph","quote_3_odi":"11646371","quote_3_text":"Driver door lock actuator motier lock sticking not opening from outside have to open from inside handle after unlocking with the remote","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-driver-assist-malfunction","label":"Adaptive cruise, lane keep, and collision system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11632476","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with adaptive cruise control on, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes completely bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, after which the vehicle then shifted into the parked","quote_2_odi":"11605476","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds in a designated lane, several messages advising that the vehicle was out of the lane were displayed. The vehicle made an abnormal beeping sound and slightly pulled to the right or to the left","quote_3_odi":"11469540","quote_3_text":"The car suddenly warned and stopped abruptly while we were traveling over a steel plate on the road. There were no other hazards in the road and no other cars in front of us in our lane (there were cars oncoming in the opposite traffic lane, but none had crossed over into ours)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-evap-check-engine-light","label":"EVAP system faults triggering check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11497923","quote_1_text":"I have been having issues with the EVAP system in my 2021 VW Jetta. It has been in the shop at least 7 times since around 12K miles for the same issue. They have replaced all parts and upgraded the software several times and it is still an issue","quote_2_odi":"11658303","quote_2_text":"Starting in 2022 at 16,000 miles this vehicle has been to dealership 8 times for check engine light related to the EVAP. Multiple repairs have been done and still same issue","quote_3_odi":"11498096","quote_3_text":"I have driven my 2021 VW Jetta about 56,000 miles. Literally the whole time I have owned this car the check engine light has been on for an evaporative emissions issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-premature-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736753","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding premature and dangerous rear brake pad and rotor wear on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, purchased new in March 2022","quote_2_odi":"11569006","quote_2_text":"I purchased my vehicle brand new from VW. My vehicle only has just over 33,000 miles on it. After hearing a grinding noise in the rear brakes I took it to Les Shwab to have the brakes inspected along with a tire rotation","quote_3_odi":"11577968","quote_3_text":"My 2021 VW Jetta at 8 months old with 21305 miles had a grinding noise in the rear. Took it to the dealer Aug 9 2022 and was told the rear brakes and rotors needed to be replaced at my cost. I informed them I thought this was way too early to have to pay for brakes and that","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power, incl. start-stop faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11422588","quote_1_text":"I've owned my car for 3 weeks and have driven it ~10 times in total. On 2 different occasions (most recently yesterday), it has stalled out while standing in traffic","quote_2_odi":"11507553","quote_2_text":"The car would not turn on while using the start/stop feature on three different occasions. Once at a stop sign when I wanted to reverse to make sure I was not pulled out too far into an intersection. I was stuck and could not get out of the way of a car coming","quote_3_odi":"11525306","quote_3_text":"Hill Assist system creates dangerous situations because it prevents me from moving right away while pulling out in traffic or in front of traffic lights, out of parking garages and stop signs","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-sudden-total-brake-loss","label":"Sudden total loss of brake pressure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11490452","quote_1_text":"Brake pedal sunk to floor. No Brakes at all. Vehicle being brought to VW dealership10/24/ 2022.No warning /lamps, or indications of brake problem","quote_2_odi":"11583517","quote_2_text":"Upon backing out of a parking spot a vehicle approached at a fast rate of speed. The rear cross-path sensor and emergency braking activated. This action caused the brake line to rupture and the brakes failed on the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2021-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneously shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700262","quote_1_text":"While driving home from work last night, I heard a loud noise that sounded like a gun going off right in the passenger compartment of my Jetta. A lot of wind noise followed. I thought initially that a tire might have blown out, but it was the car’s sunroof that had spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11570340","quote_2_text":"I was driving from Alabama to Atlanta [XXX]. Pouring rain but no hail, no thunder nor lighting. I was not around nor under an overpass and my sunroof spontaneously shatters","quote_3_odi":"11523430","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11706221","quote_1_text":"Car was hit in rear by tractor trailer, spun into another tractor trailer. Then the second tractor trailer slammed the vehicle front end first into the median. Front end crushed, driver side door caved in, rear end damage. No airbags were deployed the entire time","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-digital-cockpit-shutdown","label":"Digital cockpit display shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11566906","quote_1_text":"This vehicle has a \"digital cockpit\" without traditional analog gauges.  It completely shut down on me while driving on the freeway, leaving me without a speedometer, and a red caution \"do not drive\" warning indicator","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-engine-misfire-epc-power-loss","label":"Engine misfire, EPC warning, and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11555705","quote_1_text":"Engine misfire on all cylinders. Engine start/stop failure, check engine light illuminates. Vehicle hesitates and looses power when accelerating. Vehicle then stalls while operating. Happens while in traffic or trying to pull out from intersection causing vehicle to stop in…","quote_2_odi":"11490404","quote_2_text":"Electronic Power Control (EPC) issue:  The car unit bogs down the acceleration and limits the RPMs, making it dangerous to drive on high way or even local road. The issue pops up spontaneously but went away after car was OFF for hour and restarted","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket failure and coolant loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11583095","quote_1_text":"Two months ago coolant light was on. Took it in and they topped it off. No paperwork. Next a 20,000 maintenance-. No alerts. Last month coolant light again. Took it in - blown head gasket at 22,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11756558","quote_2_text":"The vehicle is currently experiencing steady coolant loss with no external puddles.My vehicle is at 65,000 miles, placing it just 5,000 miles outside of the 60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty. This specific issue matches the exact symptoms of Volkswagen Technical Service…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621423","quote_1_text":"My car only had twelve thousand miles on it when the problem started with the rear brakes. They were at an eight and in less than two weeks time they started dragging not fully disengaging and went down to a one. Screeching","quote_2_odi":"11663209","quote_2_text":"Rear brake pads. They were replaced at 22,464 miles under warranty due to premature wear, and at just 34,170 miles (less than 12,000 miles later), they are already down to 4mm","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11508946","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, a crack in the sunroof glass was discovered. After opening the driver’s side door, the sunroof glass shattered causing shards of glass to fall into the cabin of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2022-travel-assist-steering-wheel-sensor","label":"Travel Assist / adaptive cruise steering wheel sensor warnings","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST, STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11685589","quote_1_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time. It is triggered at engine start and persists through all speeds. I have experienced…","quote_2_odi":"11749181","quote_2_text":"While driving with Adaptive Cruise Control or Travel Assist engaged, the vehicle repeatedly warns me to \"Take Control of the Vehicle\" or indicates my hands are not on the steering wheel even though both hands are firmly on the wheel","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-adas-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance and adaptive cruise control false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06-01 → 2026-05-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735957","quote_1_text":"Adaptive Cruise control stops working suddenly with message \"Travel Assist currently not available\". Warning goes after restart or have to go and cancel assist completely and start again and then it works for few minutes and appears again. The problem sometimes doesn’t show up…","quote_2_odi":"11597775","quote_2_text":"3 times in the past year, the automated braking activated with no other cars in front of me. Luckily, the cars behind me we following at a large distance and it was on a \"slower\" road around 50mph","quote_3_odi":"11524885","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving 25 MPH in traffic, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated, causing the vehicle to slow down and the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated. The dealer was contacted and stated that the vehicle needed to be diagnose. The…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-backup-camera-dash-electrical","label":"Backup camera and instrument cluster electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-10-02 → 2025-11-26","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11701619","quote_1_text":"The backup camera in my 2023 VW Jetta has been malfunctioning since the car was new. It intermittently fails to display an image when shifted into reverse, creating a serious safety hazard. Backup cameras are federally required safety equipment, and when it doesn’t work…","quote_2_odi":"11617764","quote_2_text":"While in operation the dash cluster goes completely black. Aprox 45mph. Dealer had to replace entire dash cluster","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-engine-misfire-stall","label":"Engine misfire and stall with EPC light","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-07-14 → 2026-04-30","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11573462","quote_1_text":"This is now the second time this has happened on my brand new 2023 Jetta SE. The vehicle only has 1831 miles on it. The fault happens when the car is being driven after approx. 15 minutes. EPC light, Check Engine Light, and Yellow Warning Light illuminate. Also sounds like a…","quote_2_odi":"11566542","quote_2_text":"The contact stated while driving 35 MPH in traffic, the vehicle lost motive power and shut off. The contact was able to steer into a parking space. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where it…","quote_3_odi":"11532231","quote_3_text":"Accelerator petal does not always result in acceleration from a stopped position.  This causes the hill assist to hold and does not allow movement forward, resulting in an engine stall.  The vehicle has also set the EPC light while traveling resulting in reduced engine power to…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-head-gasket-coolant-loss","label":"Head gasket coolant loss and seepage","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-09-06 → 2026-07-20","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11751628","quote_1_text":"Opened hood and car was completely out of coolant.  Took to Royal Automotive, Vestavia Hills, AL on Wednesday XXX to be fixed.  Dealer assessment was “PERFORMED COOLING SYSTEM LEAK TEST.  THE VEHICLE PASSED TEST.  CHECK FOR VISUAL LEAKS.  FOUND NO LEAKS, BUT FOUND SEEPAGE AT THE…","quote_2_odi":"11659290","quote_2_text":"Out of nowhere, my engine overheated and I lost my coolant. Upon pulling over, I observed no trail of coolant and nothing leaking under my vehicle. I refilled the coolant and made it home. The next morning, my coolant tank was empty again. I took it to my local VW dealership and…","quote_3_odi":"11683124","quote_3_text":"My 2023 vehicle has needed coolant topped off every 5-10K miles.  This appears to be a very common occurrence for several owners however dealerships are just telling folks to top off as it's due to evaporation (it's a closed system and shouldn't evaporate)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-hill-hold-brake-engagement","label":"Hill start assist extended brake hold causing stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:HILL START ASSIST:SOFTWARE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07-06 → 2024-10-15","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11530613","quote_1_text":"It has a hill hold feature that clamps the brakes on for approximately three seconds after you remove your foot from the brake pedal, if you are on a hill. Three seconds is way too long and often causes the following: you see an opening to pull into traffic, move your foot to…","quote_2_odi":"11619883","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop on an incline, the hill start assist system activated but activated the brakes for an extended period causing the contact to stall the vehicle. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS , SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-12-11 → 2026-05-14","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11737730","quote_1_text":"At only 24,000 miles, the rear brakes are already showing significant wear. When checked by the dealer, they were 2mm, while the front brakes were 12mm. The service representatives at the dealership have said this is a known problem with this model year, and they have already…","quote_2_odi":"11571933","quote_2_text":"I have 20,000 on my 2023 Jetta and have had to have the breaks and rotors replaced twice (at both by 10K and 20K service) at the last service the service technician stated that they are seeing this on both the 2023 Jetta and Taos and they have not figured out why they are going…","quote_3_odi":"11655966","quote_3_text":"The rear brake calipers are not fully opening, causing the pads to drag on the rotors. The dealership has replaced the pads per instructions from VW Engineering; however, per the dealership, they state that it's a software problem causing the calipers to drag against the rotors…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2023-sos-module-failure","label":"Emergency SOS module repeated failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10-27 → 2026-05-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11675004","quote_1_text":"The SOS Module has failed three times over 24 months of ownership.  Each time, the dealer replaced the module and the faults comes back.  This failure means I cannot contact VW for help in case of accident or breakdown. Part number: SWA-035-283-D","quote_2_odi":"11731172","quote_2_text":"The control unit for the Emergency SOS button and car microphone has failed and needed replacement multiple times in my car. My Volkswagen dealership has replaced the unit several times, and each time it fails after replacement. My safety is put at risk because I am unable to…","quote_3_odi":"11552197","quote_3_text":"After parking the car one day the remote app functions stopped working.  The next morning, a scary warning came on the dash stating: SOS Error: Emergency Call Function! Service Vehicle!  It also blocks off many functional areas of other dash display and the error will not go…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-control-module-loss-of-propulsion","label":"Transmission/engine control module fault causing stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753139","quote_1_text":"MIL light came on in November 2025, OBD-II diagnostic trouble code P0613 - TCM processor fault. Volkswagen has had a nationwide backorder on the replacement (part no. 09H-927-158) for MONTHS. Last week, my car randomly went into Park while attempting to pull into my garage","quote_2_odi":"11737692","quote_2_text":"Transmission control module light comes on and the light states safely pull car over and put in park. It’s tried to been fixed multiple times, they are waiting on a software update","quote_3_odi":"11754339","quote_3_text":"My car stopped accelerating while I was driving on the freeway on 7/18/2026 which was a huge safety issue resulting in my car needing to be towed to the dealership because it was not drivable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-engine-misfire-cold-start","label":"Multi-cylinder misfire on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11610776","quote_1_text":"I keep getting a cylinder 1 and 4 misfire on a 6MT on cold start. I previously had another 2024 jetta gli and it had the same exact problem as this one. the dealer confirmed the problem and bought the car back and now it is happening on the new car","quote_2_odi":"11609927","quote_2_text":"I have gotten a multiple cylinder misfire since 800 miles and VW dealerships haven't been able to figure out why at first they said bad fuel then bad plugs and they have tried to treat both and it has not been fixed they will clear the light and it comes back almost immediately","quote_3_odi":"11657580","quote_3_text":"my Volkswagen Jetta GLI 40th anniversary 6MT, has had multiple misfire check engine lights appear on dash since owning the car, multiple times has the car been to the dealership and multiple times they blamed me as the operator for the issue, i was told it was bad gas","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-hill-assist-not-disengaging","label":"Hill Start Assist failing to disengage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11621453","quote_1_text":"The Hill Start Assist is overly aggressive in these cars. It doesn't release for 3 seconds after foot brake is not applied. Once it stalls the car and your panicked. Then you apply foot brake to restart the car you get to wait another 3 seconds or you stall again","quote_2_odi":"11686138","quote_2_text":"I just got this 2024 Jetta Sport 6 speed manual and tried getting up the drive that's slightly inclined and the brake assist would not disengage or the fuel was cut after it didn't progress then dies","quote_3_odi":"11705279","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH up an incline, the hill assist system engaged. The contact stated that while descending the incline, the hill assist was still engaged","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744699","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Volkswagen Jetta has about 14,429 miles, driven almost entirely on the highway between two Texas cities, with little city traffic and no mountain driving. The rear brakes are wearing out far faster than normal","quote_2_odi":"11635029","quote_2_text":"My 2024 Jetta with only 14,776 miles had rear brakes and rotors that were unsafe and worn out. They had to be replaced to avoid the possibility of brake failure and an accident. I paid $453.34 out of pocket","quote_3_odi":"11741183","quote_3_text":"The rear service brake assembly—specifically the rear brake pads and rotors—suffered premature wear and catastrophic structural failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2024-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748727","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof glass spontaneously shattered and exploded, showering the inside of myself and my car with glass fragments. There was no leading vehicle, overpass, or evidence of road debris or rock failure","quote_2_odi":"11706244","quote_2_text":"Vehicle was parked in my driveway. My wife and I were about 10 feet from it working on another vehicle when we heard a loud pop. We looked over at the vehicle and the sunroof has exploded. It was bubbled upward and completely shattered","quote_3_odi":"11590932","quote_3_text":"Within minutes with the car still in park. The glass exploded and shattered. Big pop sound almost like a gun shot","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-fcw-system-fault","label":"Forward collision avoidance system faults","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11670016","quote_1_text":"After only 312 miles new and only driven vehicle for 5 days. I received a warning about my forward collision warning system was a problem","quote_2_odi":"11644943","quote_2_text":"The car has a manual transmission. In all other vehicles I have driven with cruise control, when the clutch is depressed, the cruise completely disengages, same as a brake","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-recall-instrument-cluster-blackout","label":"Instrument cluster blackout under recall 26V185","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736290","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the infotainment screen was darkened and inoperative","quote_2_odi":"11729887","quote_2_text":"My 2025 Volkswagen Jetta is subject to Safety Recall 26V185 (90Z5). The vehicle's instrument cluster fails to display speed, RPM, and safety warnings upon startup, creating a severe safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11729976","quote_3_text":"PROLONGED RECALL BELOW 4 CARS BEEN IN RECALL SINCE LATE FEBURARY. NEED FIX ASAP!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-throttle-response-delay","label":"Delayed or irregular power delivery on acceleration","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753749","quote_1_text":"2025 Jetta Sport completely loses acceleration on straightaways and during turns, creating an intersection collision hazard","quote_2_odi":"11737393","quote_2_text":"When I push the gas pedal the car does nothing for seconds. I was trying to do a u turn and pushed the gas to go and nothing for to long and almost got hit","quote_3_odi":"11734462","quote_3_text":"I was going down the highway and enable cruise control, the car fell like RPM dropped then suddenly jolted back","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-transmission-whine","label":"Transmission whine between 1000-2000 RPM","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742974","quote_1_text":"There is a noticable whine from the transmission or torque converted between 1000-2000 RPM that does not vary with speed and noticable when lightky pressing gas pedal on 8th geer","quote_2_odi":"11726131","quote_2_text":"The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE transmission making whining and whistling noise from 1000 to 2000 rpm when on light load or coasting","quote_3_odi":"11724859","quote_3_text":"2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE with 12,000. Developed transmission whine from 1200-2000 RPM. During low speed acceleration and when engine is under slight load. It is whining sound coming from transmission","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta","model_slug":"jetta","cluster_id":"jetta-2025-unintended-accel-park-to-drive","label":"Unintended acceleration shifting from park to drive","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11723060","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety concern involving unintended acceleration in a 2025 Volkswagen Jetta SE (VIN [XXX] ) Te vehicle has experienced two separate incidents in which it surged forward unexpectedly when shifting from park to drive while my foot depressed the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11707114","quote_2_text":"Two safety defect incidents involving unintended acceleration. This defect has resulted in two loss of control incidents causing property damage","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/jetta","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11750281","quote_1_text":"While traveling at the posted speed limit and approaching a signalized intersection, I attempted to brake for stopped traffic ahead. The vehicle did not decelerate as expected, and the automatic emergency braking/forward collision mitigation system did not activate or provide","quote_2_odi":"11632476","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed with adaptive cruise control on, the vehicle inadvertently applied the brakes completely bringing the vehicle to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway, after which the vehicle then shifted into the parked","quote_3_odi":"11469540","quote_3_text":"The car suddenly warned and stopped abruptly while we were traveling over a steel plate on the road. There were no other hazards in the road and no other cars in front of us in our lane (there were cars oncoming in the opposite traffic lane, but none had crossed over into ours)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-door-lock-actuator-failure","label":"Door lock and latch actuator failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11646369","quote_1_text":"Door stopped opening from handle from outside after unlocking with remote only opens from inside door handle","quote_2_odi":"11646371","quote_2_text":"Driver door lock actuator motier lock sticking not opening from outside have to open from inside handle after unlocking with the remote","quote_3_odi":"11592640","quote_3_text":"Front passenger door latch/actuator failed and door will not lock with inside door lock, key fob, or upon auto-lock activation at 10 mph. Rear passenger door is also intermittently not locking with auto-lock feature and/or key fob. Driver side is also making an abnormal sound","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Unexpected loss of engine power or stalling while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11744747","quote_1_text":"EPC light comes on and vehicle starts losing power while driving, you lose all acceleration. Check engine light has also illuminated I have taken in to have repairs done on this same issue 4 times in a span of owing this car for 7 months, this vehicle has become unreliable and a","quote_2_odi":"11451329","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure","quote_3_odi":"11507553","quote_3_text":"The car would not turn on while using the start/stop feature on three different occasions. Once at a stop sign when I wanted to reverse to make sure I was not pulled out too far into an intersection. I was stuck and could not get out of the way of a car coming. Each time I had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-evap-check-engine-light","label":"Evaporative emissions system fault and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11658303","quote_1_text":"Starting in 2022 at 16,000 miles this vehicle has been to dealership 8 times for check engine light related to the EVAP. Multiple repairs have been done and still same issue. VW does not seem interested in properly addressing this problem","quote_2_odi":"11497923","quote_2_text":"I have been having issues with the EVAP system in my 2021 VW Jetta. It has been in the shop at least 7 times since around 12K miles for the same issue. They have replaced all parts and upgraded the software several times and it is still an issue. My check engine light comes on","quote_3_odi":"11642859","quote_3_text":"From there vehicle emissions valve failed, N80 valve, electronic module and now fuel injection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-parking-brake-hillhold","label":"Electronic parking brake and hill-hold unexpected engagement","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11676370","quote_1_text":"On steep hills the car automatically holds the brake for a predetermined amount of time, I believe 2.5 to 3 sec. I have a manual transmission car and when its time to move the brake assist won't release no matter what until the time interval is satisfied. The problem this","quote_2_odi":"11525306","quote_2_text":"Hill Assist system creates dangerous situations because it prevents me from moving right away while pulling out in traffic or in front of traffic lights, out of parking garages and stop signs. Hill Assist system often stalls the engine due to holding brakes engaged for an","quote_3_odi":"11612485","quote_3_text":"As you park the car the EPB faulty parking brake engages without being told to engage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11736753","quote_1_text":"I am filing this complaint regarding premature and dangerous rear brake pad and rotor wear on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta, purchased new in March 2022. At approximately 25,000 miles — well below any reasonable expectation of normal brake wear — I was informed by a service","quote_2_odi":"11684685","quote_2_text":"The rear brake pads on my 2021 Volkswagen Jetta have worn out prematurely twice by 20,000 miles. The first replacement occurred at only 8,006 miles in April 2023. At that time, Volkswagen acknowledged the problem and provided “goodwill” coverage of 50% since my vehicle was only","quote_3_odi":"11557047","quote_3_text":"I do not feel safe with my Vehicle. I purchased new and at 16,550 Miles it needed new rear rotors and pads. Again at 38417 it needed new rotors and pads. I drive the car softly and am not heavy on the brakes. This seems to be a known issue and the dealership says I should be","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2021-sunroof-glass-shattering","label":"Sunroof and front glass panel spontaneous shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11700262","quote_1_text":"While driving home from work last night, I heard a loud noise that sounded like a gun going off right in the passenger compartment of my Jetta. A lot of wind noise followed. I thought initially that a tire might have blown out, but it was the car’s sunroof that had spontaneously","quote_2_odi":"11570340","quote_2_text":"I was driving from Alabama to Atlanta [XXX]. Pouring rain but no hail, no thunder nor lighting. I was not around nor under an overpass and my sunroof spontaneously shatters. I just bought this vehicle 2 weeks ago at Carmax. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF","quote_3_odi":"11523430","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the sunroof exploded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 19,000","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-engine-misfire-stall-epc","label":"Engine misfire, stall, and EPC power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-10 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11565688","quote_1_text":"bought this car brand new and after couple of days when I get on highway and trying to give gas the car started shaking vigorously and lost engine power. check engine light came on. pulled over to the shoulder and turned off the car","quote_2_odi":"11555705","quote_2_text":"Engine misfire on all cylinders. Engine start/stop failure, check engine light illuminates. Vehicle hesitates and looses power when accelerating. Vehicle then stalls while operating","quote_3_odi":"11519205","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated while driving 50 MPH, a knocking sound was coming from the engine compartment, and the vehicle started shaking and stalled","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11756558","quote_1_text":"The vehicle is currently experiencing steady coolant loss with no external puddles.My vehicle is at 65,000 miles, placing it just 5,000 miles outside of the 60,000-mile factory powertrain warranty","quote_2_odi":"11742452","quote_2_text":"Head Gasket, premature failure at 49k miles. Online this a very common issue for Jetta and Taos owners that Volkswagen is not addressing through a recall","quote_3_odi":"11561369","quote_3_text":"The head gasket is leaking coolant from between the block and the head. This can cause overheating of the vehicle or fires","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11663209","quote_1_text":"- Rear brake pads. They were replaced at 22,464 miles under warranty due to premature wear, and at just 34,170 miles (less than 12,000 miles later), they are already down to 4mm","quote_2_odi":"11621423","quote_2_text":"My car only had twelve thousand miles on it when the problem started with the rear brakes. They were at an eight and in less than two weeks time they started dragging not fully disengaging and went down to a one","quote_3_odi":"11512817","quote_3_text":"The left rear brake system has a defect that has resulted in the left rear inner brake pad to wear through at an accelerated rate resulting in brake failure with no friction material left","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta GLI","model_slug":"jetta-gli","cluster_id":"jetta-gli-2022-travel-assist-sensor-fault","label":"Travel Assist / Lane Keep Assist unavailable warning","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2024-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11740896","quote_1_text":"The steering wheel touch sensors has malfunctioned and whenever the steering wheel is grabbed from the bottom half, the lake keeping assist errors out and the car throws a \"travel assist unavailble\" in the guage cluster","quote_2_odi":"11685589","quote_2_text":"Travel Assist is disabled which includes Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keep Assist. The warning lights flash on and off, sometimes multiple times a second, sounding a loud beeping each time","quote_3_odi":"11730829","quote_3_text":"I took this car in a year ago and they replaced the steering wheel because I kept getting a \"travel assist\" error. Not only is this problem back but has a very load chime every other min that is very distracting while driving","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/jetta-gli","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":41,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11400045","quote_1_text":"ABS CONTROL MODULE IS DEFECTIVE. I LOSE BRAKING POWER RANDOMLY ESPECIALLY WHEN TURNING STEERING WHEEL TO THE LEFT. ABS, TRACTION CONTROL AND AIRBAG LIGHTS ARE ON","quote_2_odi":"11279826","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE ABS INDICATOR BEGAN TO BEEP. THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES, BUT THE BRAKES DID NOT SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN INITIALLY. THE VEHICLE EVENTUALLY SLOWED DOWN AND THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO PULL OVER TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11114192","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE AS WELL AS MANY OTHER OTHERS FROM MODEL YEAR 2006 TO 2012 ARE EXPERIENCING ABS AND ESC FAILURES AT AN UNPRECEDENTED LEVEL. I AM PERSONALLY ON MY 4TH ABS UNIT WITH 77,890 MILES ON MY CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-dsg-transmission-neutral","label":"DSG transmission mechatronic unit failure, shifts to neutral","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11003839","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING FROM A STOP THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS INTO NEUTRAL AND THE CAR ROLLS UNPOWERED TO A STOP. IF THE ENGINE IS TURNED OFF AND TRANSMISSION IS SHIFTED TO \"PARK\" TO RESTART THE ENGINE IT IS THEN IMPOSSIBLE TO SHIFT THE TRANSMISSION OUT OF \"PARK\"","quote_2_odi":"11105183","quote_2_text":"I HAVE THE 2010 JETTA TDI. THE MECHATRONICS UNIT HAS FAILED AND VW WILL NOT SELL PARTS FOR THIS TRANSMISSION BECAUSE IT IS FAULTY. THEIR WORDS BUT THEY ALSO WON'T RECALL THE TRANSMISSION EITHER","quote_3_odi":"10870718","quote_3_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN 2.0 TURBO DSG FAULT. THE VEHICLE HAS BEGUN EXHIBITING DANGEROUS RANDOM/UNINTENTIONAL SHIFTING INTO MUCH LOWER GEARS, OR POSSIBLY EVEN NEUTRAL AT VARIOUS SPEEDS UNDER LIGHT OR NO THROTTLE INPUT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS THUS FAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-hp-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal contamination","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11423896","quote_1_text":"I was driving 75 miles an hour on a major interstate and the car stopped accelerating while I was driving.(major safety issue) I was able to get to the side of the road and the car died and would not start again. The glow plug warning light started flashing as this was","quote_2_odi":"11121827","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED ALONG WITH THE ENTIRE FUEL SYSTEM DUE TO METAL SHAVINGS IN THE FUEL PUMP AND FUEL LINE","quote_3_odi":"10984613","quote_3_text":"CAR SUDDENLY UNABLE TO ACCELERATE BEYOND 30 MPH. CAR GENTLY DRIVEN TO DEALERSHIP WHERE CAR DIED AND WAS UNABLE TO START. DEALERSHIP HAS INVESTIGATED AND FOUND METAL SHARDS FROM FUEL FILTER HAVE MIGRATED THROUGHOUT THE FUEL SYSTEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-ignition-switch-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key sticks and will not turn off","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11132106","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY BECAME STUCK IN THE RUN POSITION IN THE IGNITION. THE CONTACT STRUCK THE IGNITION WITH A HAMMER LIGHTLY AND THE KEY WAS ABLE TO BE RELEASED","quote_2_odi":"11092713","quote_2_text":"KEY CONSTANTLY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION SWITCH AND CAN'T TURN VEHICLE OFF. VEHICLE REMAINS RUNNING WHILE KEY WONT TURN IN OFF POSITION. HAD TO DISCONNECT BATTERY TERMINAL AND FUEL PUMP FUSE TO SHUT VEHICLE OFF","quote_3_odi":"11078570","quote_3_text":"THE KEY IS STUCK IN THE ON POSITION WITH ENGINE RUNNING. HAD TO PULL RELAY TO STOP ENGINE. UNABLE TO REMOVE KEY FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2010-timing-chain-tensioner","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2020-08","source_complaint_count":875,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11350140","quote_1_text":"I HAVE A 2010 VW JETTA WITH 118K ON IT AND WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY ENGINE DIED ON ME IN THE MIDDLE OF THE HIGHWAY CAUSING SOME SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. I EVETUALLY HAD THE CAR TOWED TO NEAREST REPAIR SHOP AND THEY ESTIMATED REPAIR COST TO BE BETWEEN 4-5K RANGE TO REPLACE THE TIMING","quote_2_odi":"11222727","quote_2_text":"THE TIMING CHAIN SYSTEM IN MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN JETTA WOLFSBURG EDITION FAILED, RENDERING THE CAR IMMOBILE. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS IN A PARKING LOT, AS FAILURE IN A ROAD COULD HAVE CAUSED AN ACCIDENT","quote_3_odi":"11254730","quote_3_text":"THERE HAS BEEN A STATEWIDE LAWSUIT AGAINST VOLKSWAGEN REGARDING 2010 JETTA TIMING CHAIN AND TIMING CHAIN TENSOR. THE DEALER SHIP HAS REFUSED TO CORRECT THE ISSUE WITH MY VEHICLE EVEN TOUGH IT IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-abs-module-failure","label":"ABS control module failure with warning lights","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11677285","quote_1_text":"ABS Control Module total failure No warnings appeared prior to the total failure of the ABS Control Module to indicate that the car needed servicing. ABS would have failed in an emergency braking according to the dealership","quote_2_odi":"11444005","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2011 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes locked up causing the vehicle to spin 180 degrees","quote_3_odi":"11234479","quote_3_text":"AT 46,800 MILES THE ABS CONTROL MODULE HAS FAILED. WHEN STARTING UP THE CAR, NUMEROUS WARNING LIGHTS INCLUDING (ABS, TRACTION, AIR BAG, AND BRAKE) ILLUMINATE. THESE LIGHTS REMAIN ON WITH ENGINE RUNNING AND VEHICLE IN MOTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-coil-spring-suspension","label":"Rear coil spring or trailing arm failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11478915","quote_1_text":"Going down the road - in town - at about 35 mph and I started to hear loud clanking while I felt as the rear of the car felt \"stiff\" all of a sudden. I parked the car as soon as I could to check it over. The rear passenger side coil spring just snapped as you'd break a pretzel","quote_2_odi":"11423741","quote_2_text":"The spring in the back left suspension fell off/broke. We heard a loud clank on the highway and were able to slowly steer to a local mechanic. The back left of the car sunk over the wheel, he looked under and told us the issue","quote_3_odi":"11185991","quote_3_text":"BROKEN TRAILING ARM AFTER 3 DAYS OF PURCHASE FROM DEALERSHIP DEALERSHIP REFUSES TO FIX IT RECALL FOR MY CAR REAR TRAILING ARM I WAS DRIVING AND THE CAR STARTED JUMPING IT SEEMED LIKE, LOST CONTROL OF MY VEHICLE THEN I COULD NO LONGER DRIVE IT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-engine-stall-shutoff","label":"Engine stall or shutoff while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11587738","quote_1_text":"The engine stalls intermittently while driving as listed in a recall for 2011 VW Jettas. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? I was at risk of an accident when the car stalls while driving on the road and on the highway","quote_2_odi":"11419266","quote_2_text":"My car would randomly stall while driving, happens both when braking and not braking. When it stalls steering wheel locks up, cannot press gas pedal, and brakes stop working almost","quote_3_odi":"11030417","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE STALLS INTERMITTENTLY SINCE PURCHASE, COMMONLY WHEN EXITING A FREEWAY TO A STOP OR DURING RUSH HOUR(STOP/GO)TRAFFIC. BEFORE STALLING, VEHICLE WILL JERK, ROUGH IDLE, AND DELAY ACCELERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-headlight-bulb-failure","label":"Premature low-beam headlight bulb failure","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11209137","quote_1_text":"PREMATURE LOW BEAM HEADLIGHT BULB FAILURE. THE LOW BEAM H7 BULBS FAIL AFTER JUST 2 TO 3 MONTHS OF USE. I HAVE USED OEM BULBS, SYLVANIA BULBS OF EVERY LEVEL, AND THE BULBS STILL FAIL AFTER A SHORT TIME","quote_2_odi":"11155934","quote_2_text":"LOW-BEAM HEADLIGHTS GO DARK WITHIN A YEAR AT BEST. I HAVE REPLACED HEADLIGHT BULBS AT LEAST 6 TIMES SINCE I'VE OWNED IT. I RECENTLY REPLACED ONE BULB AND THE NEXT DAY IT WAS OUT","quote_3_odi":"11300579","quote_3_text":"DRIVER SIDE OF MY JETTA LIGHTING WENT OFF , I WENT ONLINE TO SEE WHAT CAN BE WRONG WITH IT AND I SEE MANY PEOPLE HAVING THE SAME PROBLEM, THATS UNSAFE, SHOULD BE RECALLED, ITS NOT A FUSE OR LIGHT BULBS ,SO ITS THE WIRE IN, I THINK THIS IS NO SAFE TO BE DRIVING AND SHOULD BE CHECK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-horn-clockspring-failure","label":"Horn failure linked to steering wheel clockspring","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11527943","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen Jettas between 2011-2014 received a recall for the clockspring issue that occurs. I just learned that I am experiencing the same issue and my car is the same year and make. Both the airbag light is on and the horn does not work properly which is a major safety risk","quote_2_odi":"11115475","quote_2_text":"HORN DOESN'T WORK AND THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHT. A VEHICLE DECIDED TO DO A U-TURN IN FRONT OF ME WITH NO WARNING. HIT THE HORN TO FIND IT NOT FUNCTIONING. THERE IS NO WARNING LIGHT TO INDICATE THERE IS AN ISSUE. THE PART THAT FAILED IS ALSO TIED TO THE AIRBAG SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"11062914","quote_3_text":"IT IS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT THE VEHICLE'S HORN STARTED WEAKENING OUT AND IT STOPPED WORKING. I DID SOME RESEARCH AND FOUND THAT OTHER PEOPLE WHO OWNED AN MK6 (2011-2015) JETTA HAD THE SAME ISSUE ACROSS THE NATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key sticks and will not turn off engine","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2020-07","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11342352","quote_1_text":"2 MONTHS AGO KEY GOT STUCK IN IGNITION WOULD NOT TURN OFF. THE KEY WILL NOT T URN TO OFF POSITION AND CAR KEEPS RUNNING. IT HAPPENED 2 MORE TIMES THEN YESTERDAY IT HAPPENED 5 TIMES. CAR HAD TO BE STALLED MANUALLY IN ORDER FOR IT TO STOP RUNNING","quote_2_odi":"11290590","quote_2_text":"COMPLETE, SUDDEN FAILURE OF IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER CAUSED UNEXPECTED, IMMEDIATE, AND TOTAL LOSS OF USE OF SOLE VEHICLE LEAVING DRIVER STRANDED","quote_3_odi":"11020684","quote_3_text":"THE KEY GETS STUCK IN THE IGNITION WHEN ATTEMPTING TO TURN OFF THE ENGINE; THUS PREVENTING THE ENGINE FROM BEING ABLE TO BE TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2011-wiper-cold-failure","label":"Windshield wiper failure in cold temperatures","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-12 → 2021-03","source_complaint_count":638,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11089735","quote_1_text":"WIPERS DO NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN COLD TEMPERATURES. IN VERY COLD WEATHER, THEY WILL OFTEN TAKE 3-5 MINUTES BEFORE MOVING ONCE TURNED ON. IN COOL TEMPERATURES THEY WILL OFTEN RUN AT A VERY SLOW PACE","quote_2_odi":"11062071","quote_2_text":"WINDSHIELD WIPERS NOT FUNCTIONING WHEN VEHICLE IS IN 18 DEGREE AND BELOW TEMPERATURES FOR A FEW HOURS. WIPERS WORK FINE ONCE VEHICLE IS HEATED UP IN GARAGE OR OUTSIDE TEMPERATURES RISE ABOVE 18 DEGREES","quote_3_odi":"11057496","quote_3_text":"IF THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE GOES BELOW APPROXIMATELY 15 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT, THE WIPERS FAIL TO OPERATE. THIS CAN HAPPEN WHEN THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN PARKED, OR DURING OPERATION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-brake-lockup","label":"Service brakes engaging or locking without input","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11509328","quote_1_text":"I was driving on a rainy day on the freeway where my breaks went out on me. I pressed down all of the way and the car wouldn’t stop","quote_2_odi":"11485904","quote_2_text":"The car automatically locked its brakes without me even touching the brakes while I was going 60mph and almost lost control","quote_3_odi":"11458873","quote_3_text":"The brake system has malfunctioned, and I would be happy for you to inspect it. The brakes come on suddenly when the foot brake is not being applied","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-clock-spring-airbag","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11615445","quote_1_text":"It seems that my vehicle's clock spring has broken. There is already a warranty issue with this part. However, my local service center cannot get my vehicle in for 5 weeks","quote_2_odi":"11481856","quote_2_text":"According to the dealership my car has a broken clock spring switch in the steering wheel. This part is covered under an warranty extension issued in 2018. Without this switch all of the controls located in the steering wheel are inoperative","quote_3_odi":"11460189","quote_3_text":"My car's clock spring has failed causing the driver side / steering wheel airbag connection to fail in my car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-coil-spring-break","label":"Front or rear coil spring breakage","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11478340","quote_1_text":"Left front coil spring broke. Made popping sound while turning. Coil spring has two pink and two white dots","quote_2_odi":"11399944","quote_2_text":"COIL SPRINGS BREAK RANDOMLY IN COLD WEATHER MAKING CAR HANDLE ERRATICALLY AND WITHOUT WARNING. VW HAS RECALLED MANY COIL SPRINGS ON OTHER MODELS BUT NOT THE JETTA HYBRID WHICH USES THE SAME COMPONENTS. VERY UNSAFE","quote_3_odi":"11467232","quote_3_text":"While about to drive my vehicle to work which had been parked in my driveway for about 48 since the last drive made a horrible grinding noise in both drive and reverse moving a few feet","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-electrical-shutdown","label":"Sudden electrical shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11441174","quote_1_text":"While driving on freeway going 80mph in carpool with my toddler in backseat the car turned off losing all power to car. engine stopped, steering did not work, brakes did not work, and all lights on dash turned off along with headlights and break lights","quote_2_odi":"11384295","quote_2_text":"IN THE MIDDLE OF DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR SPONTANEOUSLY SHUT DOWN ELECTRICALLY, AS IF A FUSE SHORTED, ALMOST ALL DASHBOARD LIGHTS TURNED ON, THE STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP, AND THE BRAKES WENT UNRESPONSIVE, NEARLY CAUSING A COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"11486108","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shut off without warning. The contact stated that the vehicle would intermittently fail to restart soon after failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-hpfp-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure with metal shavings","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11640739","quote_1_text":"My Bosch CP4 fuel pump failed causing my engine to stall while turning at a very busy/fast intersection. This can occur at speed without any warning of sudden failure, putting everyone on the road at risk","quote_2_odi":"11623806","quote_2_text":"Cp4 pump failed on car with 85,000 miles on it sending metal pieces throughout the fuel system causing damage and a $9,000 bill to fix a car worth $9,000 so it is essentially totaled","quote_3_odi":"11498178","quote_3_text":"Fuel pressure Malfunction Vw poorly designed the fuel pump When the fuel pump goes out it Shoots Metal shavings into the whole Fuel System Causing the car to lose Fuel Pressure and causing the car to Shut off","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition switch key stuck / will not turn off","component_code":"STEERING, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11540805","quote_1_text":"This vehicle and other vehicles of the same model have a faulty ignition cylinder lock housing causing the key to be unable to turn the car to off and be removed from the ignition","quote_2_odi":"11537164","quote_2_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition switch and the car is not able to turn off. In order to remove the key you have to jiggle it several times which could be minutes or up to an hour","quote_3_odi":"11329248","quote_3_text":"IGNITION SWITCH MALFUNCTION. WILL NOT TURN AND LEAVES VEHICLE RUNNING, KEY IS UNABLE TO BE REMOVED. VW KNOWS ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND FAILS TO ISSUE A RECALL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2013-mechatronic-failure","label":"DSG mechatronic unit failure / loss of drive power","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":92,"date_range":"2020-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":543,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11397620","quote_1_text":"DURING NORMAL AROUND-TOWN OPERATION THE VEHICLE (2013 JETTA HYBRID) EXPERIENCED A TEMPORARY LOSS OF DRIVE POWER. IT FELT LIKE THE CLUTCH SLIPPED OR BECAME DISENGAGED MOMENTARILY (3 SECONDS). THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DISPLAYED","quote_2_odi":"11439107","quote_2_text":"Car was purchased recently from used car dealer Unique Imports in Tucson. Car was being driven by my wife onto I10 at about 50mph and suddenly lost drive. There was no power being transmitted either from the electric motor or the gasoline engine","quote_3_odi":"11433976","quote_3_text":"There is a recall on 2013-2015 VW Jetta Hybrid transmissions. I have a 2013 VW Jetta Hybrid. on September 21, 2021, the transmission malfunctioned, causing the clutch to fail to engage, resulting in the car being unable to drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-airbag-clockspring","label":"Air bag clockspring failure and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11217687","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL, AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON RANDOMLY AND WILL NOT GO AWAY","quote_2_odi":"11254242","quote_2_text":"MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON. VEHICLE HAS NEVER BEEN HIT OR IN ANY ACCIDENT. NOW THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS NO LONGER WORK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Front and rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11465977","quote_1_text":"Both springs on the rear suspension . The driver side spring broke in half. The pax side broke in two locations. Vehicle only has 65,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11350750","quote_2_text":"LEFT FRONT COIL SPRING BROKE 2 PIECES OFF. HAPPENED WILE DRIVING UNIT ON TWO SEPARATE OCCASIONS. COMBINATION OF CITY AND HIGHWAY DRIVING. UNIT STARTEF HAVING A CLUNKING NOISE AROUND 100,000 MILES AND THEN A PART OF THE COIL SPRING FELL OUT ONTO THE ROAD IN FRONT OF THE HOUSE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-ignition-key-stuck","label":"Ignition key stuck preventing engine shutoff","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-07","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11218419","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION SWITCH LOCKS, CANNOT TURN OFF VEHICLE. THIS HAPPENS WITH EITHER OF THE TWO IGNITION KEYS SUPPLIED BY DEALER","quote_2_odi":"11297819","quote_2_text":"KEY GETS STUCK IN IGNITION WHEN TURNING OFF THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-12 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11400271","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION IN A SHORT AMOUNT OF TIME","quote_2_odi":"11640392","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption: My 2014 Jetta 1.8T SE is consuming oil at an excessive rate. This began at 30,000 miles and has been to the VW dealership numerous times ending without resolution","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain or belt failure causing seizure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11538177","quote_1_text":"timming chain damaged engine","quote_2_odi":"11240479","quote_2_text":"ENGINE SEIZED WITH NO PRIOR WARNING","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Jetta SportWagen","model_slug":"jetta-sportwagen","cluster_id":"jetta-sportwagen-2014-transmission-failure","label":"Transmission mechatronic failure and stall","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":49,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":413,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11500722","quote_1_text":"The vehicle transmission will disengage while driving. Dealer stated entire transmission needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11570641","quote_2_text":"Power train/transmission Clutch to fail to engage, loss of drive power in low speed and while drive in highways","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/jetta-sportwagen","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-dsg-transmission-jerking","label":"DSG transmission jerking and mechatronic failure","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":24,"date_range":"2010-02 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10532019","quote_1_text":"DSG TRANSMISSION - FAILURE TO PROPERLY DOWNSHIFT FROM A COMPLETE STOP. THIS IS A FREQUENT, RECURRING PROBLEM WITH THIS TRANSMISSION","quote_2_odi":"10845581","quote_2_text":"JERKING AND LURCHING AT IDLE AND LOW SPEEDS. MATCHES DESCRIPTION OF MECHATRONICS FAILURE OF THE DSG TRANSMISSION","quote_3_odi":"10327869","quote_3_text":"TL*-THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT WAGON. THE TRANSMISSION SHUTTERED AS THE VEHICLE SLOWED AND WENT FROM A HIGHER GEAR TO A LOWER GEAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-fuel-pump-control-module-recall","label":"Fuel pump control module failure and recall delay","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11104155","quote_1_text":"FUEL PUMP CRACKS AND LEAKS FUEL. FUEL PUMP RESIDES UNDER REAR PASSENGER SEAT. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE SITS ON TOP OF FUEL PUMP. FUEL PUMP CONTROL MODULE GETS REALLY HOT AND MAY IGNITE LEAKING FUEL???","quote_2_odi":"11142434","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THERE WAS NO WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","quote_3_odi":"11322817","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED WHEN DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 25-30 MPH THE ENGINE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FIRE EMITTED FROM UNDER THE HOOD AND WITHIN A MOMENT THE ENGINE WAS ON FIRE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-steering-clock-spring-failure","label":"Steering wheel clock spring failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2011-04 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11151024","quote_1_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING ON MY CAR'S STEERING HAS FAILED TWICE NOW IN A 4 YEAR PERIOD. VW REFUSES TO ACKNOWLEDGE IT'S A PROBLEM AND CLAIMS MY MODEL IS NOT IMPACTED BY OTHER RECALLS FOR THAT PART","quote_2_odi":"11151687","quote_2_text":"MY CLOCK SPRING FAILED ON MY STEERING WHEEL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED FOR THE FIRST TIME. SYMPTOMS WERE: THE WHEEL LOCKED UP, A CRUNCHING SOUND WAS HEARD, AND IT WAS DIFFICULT TO TURN THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10559016","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, THERE WAS A POPPING SOUND AS THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT ALSO MENTIONED THAT THE STEERING CONTROLS AND HORN FAILED TO FUNCTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10940392","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL MANUFACTURER RECALL NUMBER69M9, NHTSA RECALL NUMBER16V078, ISSUED FOR MY VEHICLE FEB 09, 2016. STILL NO REMEDY? WHAT DO I DO IF I AM IN AN ACCIDENT? HOPE THE AIRBAG DOESN'T KILL ME? THIS IS ALMOST A ONE-YEAR OLD RECALL WITH NO RESOLUTION","quote_2_odi":"10933840","quote_2_text":"TAKATA, 69M9, , TRIED CALLING TAKATA, AND EMAIL TO VW.COM, I CAN'T GET A CONTACT. CAN YOU PROVIDE EMAIL FOR VW, I DON'T THINK DRIVING A CAR THAT MAY BLIND, KILL, OR CAUSE INJURY IS ACCEPTABLE, THIS VEHICLE IS REQUIRED FOR WORK EVERY DAY","quote_3_odi":"10913669","quote_3_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ISSUED A RECALL NOTICE IN EARLY 2016. ON OCTOBER 3,2016; DEALER REPAIR INVOICE STATES \"NO RECALLS EXIST FOR THIS VEHICLE AT THIS TIME.\" WHY THE DISCREPANCY, AND WHY THE DELAY IN GETTING THE RECALL REPAIR MADE?","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":163,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11005201","quote_1_text":"MY 2010 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT ENGINE RESULTED IN A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE BECAUSE THE TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED","quote_2_odi":"11329326","quote_2_text":"MY VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT HAS FALLEN TO AN ISSUE MANY OTHERS HAVE FALLEN. IT APPEARS THE TIMING-CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED CAUSING THE TIMING-CHAIN TO JUMP","quote_3_odi":"11101283","quote_3_text":"I DROVE TO SCHOOL IN THE MORNING AND PARKED MY CAR STATIONARY FOR 2 HOURS. ONCE I RETURNED THE VEHICLE IT WOULD NOT START. I TOWED CAR TO DEALERSHIP AND TURNS OUT THE TIMING CHAIN HAD FAILED. I ONLY HAVE 100,399 MILES ON THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-abs-control-pump-failure","label":"ABS control and pump unit failure","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11415827","quote_1_text":"FAILURE OF THE ABS CONTROL/PUMP ON MY 2012 VW PASSAT WITH LESS THAN 100,000 MILES ON IT CAUSING UNSAFE DRIVING CONDITIONS. I LOOK ONLINE AND SEE THAT THIS IS A SIGNIFICANT SAFETY ISSUE FOR VW OWNERS","quote_2_odi":"11374806","quote_2_text":"I COULD NOT STOP THE CAR THE BREAK WAS EXTREMELY HARD TO PUSH, IT WAS LIKE PUSHING A LEAD WEIGHT AND FINALLY THE CAR STOPPED AFTER PUSHING WITH ALL MY STRENGTH WITH BOTH FEET","quote_3_odi":"11321071","quote_3_text":"A LOT OF INDICATOR LIGHTS CAME ON IN MY DASHBOARD INCLUDING ABS CONTROL FAILURE AMONG OTHER INDICATORS. I HAD THIS DIAGNOSED AT MY LOCAL VW DEALERSHIP AND THEY SAID IT WAS A FAILURE IN THE ABS CONTROL/PUMP UNIT AND IT WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-clock-spring-airbag-horn-steering-loss","label":"Steering clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":34,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11517807","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while turning the steering wheel in either direction, there was a clicking sound was coming from the steering column. Additionally, while operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light remained illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11186575","quote_2_text":"FEB 2018 VW REPLACED THE AIRBAGS AND CLOCK SPRING. APPROXIMATELY ONE YEAR LATER, THE AIRBAG LIGHTS CAME ON TOGETHER WITH THE ABS AND TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS. I HAVE NO POWER TO THE STEERING WHEEL, NO HORN ETC. MY STEERING IS GETTING TIGHTER AND TIGHTER TO TURN","quote_3_odi":"11482296","quote_3_text":"CLOCK SPRING FAIL AIRBAG LIGHT IS ON HORN IS NOT WORKING DANGEROUS TO DRIVE CAR LIKETHIS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-door-latch-lock-mechanism-failure","label":"Door latch and lock mechanism failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2017-08 → 2019-12","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11291102","quote_1_text":"DRIVERS DOOR HANDLE WILL NOT OPEN FROM THE INSIDE AND VW WANTS A TON TO REPAIR IT. ON THE FORUMS & INTERNET THEY STATED WE SHOULD BE OPENING A CASE HERE AS ITS A KNOWN ISSUE AND SHOULD BE RECALLED","quote_2_odi":"11065414","quote_2_text":"DRIVER SIDE DOOR WOULD NOT CLOSE. DOOR LOCK LATCH MECHANISM FAILED. CANNOT DRIVE CAR IF DOOR WON'T STAY LATCHED. INDEPENDENT SHOP REPLACED MECHANISM","quote_3_odi":"11139216","quote_3_text":"DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS FAIL TO LOCK CAR DOORS. HAVE HAD TO REPLACE 3 DOOR LOCK ACTUATORS ON A 2012 VW PASSAT OVER APPROXIMATELY 4 YEARS. THERE IS NO OPTION TO LOCK THE DOOR WITH A KEY OR MANUALLY FROM WITHIN CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical system failure causing engine stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11506092","quote_1_text":"The electrical system failed. It has been to numerous mechanics many refusing to do the work. The car cuts off while driving randomly. When ignition is turned off and then turned back on car starts again. No light on dash alternator ecu fuel pump fuses all replaced in effort to","quote_2_odi":"11316106","quote_2_text":"I WENT OUT TO START MY CAR ON SUNDAY AFTERNOON TO RUN ERRANDS BUT WHEN I PUT MY KEY IN THE IGNITION, I COULD NOT GET THE ENGINE TO START AND DIDN'T HEAR A CLICKING SOUND. THE CAR HAD NOT BEEN MOVED FROM THE DRIVEWAY FOR ABOUT A DAY","quote_3_odi":"11132996","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO ACCELERATE AND THE ELECTRONIC POWER CONTROL (EPC) INDICATOR ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-fuel-pump-delivery-system-stall","label":"Fuel pump and fuel delivery system failure causing stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"11209300","quote_1_text":"CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE INTERSTATE, WAS ALMOST HIT BY SEMI-TRUCK. FUEL PUMP SENT METAL SHARDS IN THE FUEL SYSTEM. VW DEALERSHIP QUOTED COST OF $ 6000 TO REBUILD ENTIRE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM BECAUSE OF A DEFECTIVE FUEL PUMP","quote_2_odi":"11092391","quote_2_text":"FUELL PUMP CONTROL COMPUTER MODULE LOST POWER. VEHICLE STALLED WHILE TURNING IN FRONT OF ONCOMING TRAFFIC! IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTIONS ETC. CAUSING A EXTREMELY DANGEROUS POSSIBILITY OF DEATH SITUATION","quote_3_odi":"11351480","quote_3_text":"TWICE WHILE DRIVING, THE FUEL DELIVERY SYSTEM FAILED LEAVING THE AUTOMOBILE DISABLED ON THE HIGHWAY. ON BOTH OCCASIONS IT WAS REPORTED THAT METAL WAS FOUND IN THE FUEL PUMP AND ALL COMPONENTS OF THE FUEL SYSTEM WERE REPLACED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2012-takata-airbag-recall-parts-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":103,"date_range":"2017-03 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":483,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-04","quote_1_odi":"10967581","quote_1_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V078000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR","quote_2_odi":"11692378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000(Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the air bags warning lights were illuminated","quote_3_odi":"11661492","quote_3_text":"Received Important Safety Recall letter dated December 2024 from VW. NHTSA: 24V834. Safety Recall 69EG. Today is May 16th, 2025. Dealers have no parts, BUT this is a safety recall. How can this be remedy asap, before accidents occurs? No ETA as to when parts are available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-clock-spring-airbag-horn-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag, horn, controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11589402","quote_1_text":"While making a U turn the clock spring broke, the air bag light came on and the steering wheel controls no longer function. This is the third time it has broken in this vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11651424","quote_2_text":"Failed clock spring. Airbag light was present and a rattling noise, when turning, was noticed. Less than 72 hours later, the buttons on the steering wheel, including horn, stopped working, and a louder crack/pop was heard","quote_3_odi":"11477789","quote_3_text":"The clock spring was diagnosed to be faulty in February '22 and a new part was ordered and not in yet. This has made the airbag, wipers and horn stop working. This is a failure that affects thousands of VWs and they have no idea when the new parts will be available","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-door-lock-instrument-panel-electrical","label":"Door lock actuator and instrument panel electrical failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11632892","quote_1_text":"The drives side door lock will not disengage. This condition will not allow the driver to exit the car. In the event of a medical emergency, accident, or fire the driver can not extricate themselves and first responders would be delayed in extricating the driver","quote_2_odi":"11566758","quote_2_text":"Like many other VW owners, one of the doors of my car would not close and the car was unsafe to operate. Some people reporting having been locked in the car (driver's side door will not open), requiring them to exit the passenger's side door","quote_3_odi":"11632454","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed that the instrument panel became inoperable. The contact stated the multiple warning lights would inadvertently illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-engine-stalling-power-loss","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11690973","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated while at a red light ,the vehicle intermittently stalled. No warning lights were illuminated. The failure had occurred on several occasions","quote_2_odi":"11607875","quote_2_text":"Speed was suddenly dropped and blinking glow plug light on when driving on highway. Had to carefully pull the car to the shoulder. Tow the car to the auto shop and confirmed that the turbocharger was failed. This TDI car was just over 120,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11436865","quote_3_text":"My car's engine performance weakened and it would not go past 40MPH. Two loops appeared on the dashboard flashing, pulled over turned off car then started it again. Two loop icon on dash went away. Started driving again and car would not drive past 20MPH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-headlight-failure-recall-94g8","label":"Low-beam headlight failure related to recall 94G8","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11608764","quote_1_text":"The 2012-2013 VW Passat’s have a safety recall 94G8 for a defective headlight caused by a faulty electrical connect at the bulb clip. It is caused by hood closing vibrating the loosens the bulb clip causing a loss of electrical contact","quote_2_odi":"11637476","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that the low-beam headlights failed to illuminate as needed. The contact stated that the driver’s side low-beam headlight had stopped functioning as designed","quote_3_odi":"11736609","quote_3_text":"Passenger side headlight went out. The problem was not the bulb or fuse. This issue seems to perfectly match Safety Recall 94G8, but for some reason my car is not covered in that recall notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-high-pressure-fuel-pump-failure","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causing engine shutdown","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11606810","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed, causing the car to completely shut down on the Highway. Because of the systems design, it sends fragments into the fuel lines and fuel injectors clogging them. The Passat TDI uses the CP4 HPFP that has already been recalled by FCA and BMW","quote_2_odi":"11599573","quote_2_text":"I barely got car onto right shoulder from middle lane when car shut off. Glow plug pigtails warning light came on right as I experienced significant decrease in engine power. AAA towed car to VW Dealer. Diagnostic performed on 7/5","quote_3_odi":"11354359","quote_3_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE LESS THAN 6 MONTHS AGO AND WOULD NOT START. HAD IT TOWED AND TECH STATES IT IS FUEL PUMP AND FUEL TANK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2013-takata-airbag-recall-delay","label":"Delayed remedy for Takata airbag inflator recall","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":51,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":748,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11691269","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has an open Takata airbag recall with recall number 69E6. I have been placed on a waiting list at nearby dealerships for over 6 months. Each time I contact the dealerships, I am told to wait and call back in another month","quote_2_odi":"11688264","quote_2_text":"I've been waiting almost a year for an airbag recall replacement and still can't get an appointment anywhere because it's out of stock. I'm driving around with a air bag that can kill me. How long do I need to wait until something happens","quote_3_odi":"11755868","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Passat. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (Air Bags). The contact called the three closest dealers but no assistance with transporting the vehicle or offering an alternative option for repair was provided","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-clock-spring-disables-controls","label":"Steering wheel clock spring disables horn and airbag","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2019-05 \\u2192 2026-08","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11753037","quote_1_text":"Clockspring Recall. Horn not working, buttons on steering column not working, when turning steering wheel it makes a clicking noise, sounds like spring being pulled, driver side air bag light is illuminated on dash","quote_2_odi":"11543084","quote_2_text":"The clock spring is out on the vehicle again","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-driver-door-latch-freezes","label":"Driver door latch fails to open in freezing temperatures","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-09 \\u2192 2022-12","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11446499","quote_1_text":"When outside temperature freezes, so does driver door. Will not open from outside or inside. After a few hours driving, it eventually worked. But next day, same thing","quote_2_odi":"11497971","quote_2_text":"Door latch failed to lock driver door. Door can't lock and will fly open when your operating. Acted up on a cold day where it wouldn't open then got stuck in the open position and wouldn't lock afterwards","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-fuel-pump-failure-stalling","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure causes stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2019-04 \\u2192 2023-03","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11512534","quote_1_text":"High pressure fuel pump failed contaminating entire fuel system. Causing about $4,000 in damage. Have 108,000 miles. Passats up to 2012 are warrantied up to 120,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11372818","quote_2_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION ON A MAJOR CITY THOROUGHFARE WHEN IT SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN AND STALLED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE STREET, IN TRAFFIC. IT WOULD NOT RESTART AND HAD TO BE MOVED OUT OF THE STREET. IT WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSTICS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-heater-core-clogging","label":"Heater core clogging blocks heat and defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2019-11 \\u2192 2026-06","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11309665","quote_1_text":"POORLY DESIGNED HEATER CORE CLOGS PREMATURELY REGARDLESS OF MAINTENANCE RESULTING IN INABILITY TO DEFROST WINDSHIELD BEFORE OR WHILE DRIVING, ESPECIALLY IN COLDER CLIMATES","quote_2_odi":"11744586","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, the Check Engine warning light illuminated, and there was no heat coming from the front","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 \\u2192 2025-05","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11592682","quote_1_text":"Rear control arm rusted through, ejecting the spring and collapsing the suspension","quote_2_odi":"11222143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE VEHICLE MADE AN ABNORMAL BANGING SOUND. THE CONTACT DROVE THE VEHICLE HOME AND INFORMED THEIR PARTNER ABOUT THE SOUND","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-takata-airbag-recall-backorder","label":"Takata airbag recall parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2019-04 \\u2192 2025-10","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11693624","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The received notification of the NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V834000 (AIR BAGS) and requested to be removed from the recall distribution list. The local unknown dealer and manufacturer were contacted","quote_2_odi":"11646635","quote_2_text":"Volkswagen said id be on a very long waiting list for a new air bag","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain and tensioner failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-07 \\u2192 2020-09","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11280241","quote_1_text":"TIMING CHAIN DECIDED TO GIVE UP AS I WAS DRIVING ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY. NOW I'M STUCK HAVING TO POTENTIALLY REPLACE THE ENGINE, A 5K BILL. JUST PURCHASED THE CAR LAST YEAR AND STILL MAKING PAYMENT ON IT","quote_2_odi":"11359854","quote_2_text":"WHILE AT IDLE THE TIMING CHAIN MAKES A RATTLING NOISE. I HAD THE TIMIING CHAIN , GUIDES, AND TENTIONER REPLACED, AND IT STILL MAKES THE SAME NOISE. THE VAREIBLE CAM TIMING IS NOW MAKING A NOISE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2014-transmission-oil-cooler-leak","label":"Transmission oil cooler O-ring fluid leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-12 \\u2192 2025-04","source_complaint_count":594,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-06","quote_1_odi":"11652865","quote_1_text":"My vehicle has a transmission coolant leak, which is common for some of the 2014 Passat. Not pretty sure if it is due to the faulty O-ring recalled for some of 2014 passats","quote_2_odi":"11451045","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH there was no issue with the vehicle. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked in the garage, he noticed a fluid leak on the floor underneath the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":55,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11091956","quote_1_text":"AROUND THE 60,000 MILE MARK, THE AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON, AND THE HORN, AS WELL AS THE STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS, STOPPED WORKING. WENT TO THE DEALERSHIP, WHERE THEY FIGURED IT WAS THE CLOCKSPRING, WHICH WOULD COST NEARLY $700 TO REPLACE. VW HAS PREVOUSLY ISSUED RECALLS FOR OTHER…","quote_2_odi":"11015858","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN MY DRIVE WAY AND STARTED MY CAR WHEN THE AIR BAG MALFUNCTION LIGHT CAME ON IN MY CAR. AT THAT POINT THE HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, PHONE, AND RADIO FUNCTIONS ALL STOPPED WORKING ON MY STEERING WHEEL. I LOOKED IN MY OWNER MANUAL AND IT SAID TO CALL THE DEALERSHIP IMMEDIATELY…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-engine-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11320425","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ALONG WITH SEVERAL OTHER UNKNOWN WARNING LIGHTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VALLEY AUTO WORLD VOLKSWAGEN (3810 SYCAMORE DAIRY RD…","quote_2_odi":"11255513","quote_2_text":"CAR LOST POWER WHILE DRIVING. ALMOST CAUSED CRASH, AS I WAS ACCELERATING AND SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER WITH CARS COMING. CAR WOULD NOT REV OVER 2K RPM, AND TOOK ABOUT 2 MINUTES TO GET TO 45MPH. DEALER DIAGNOSED CAR AND SAID HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP WAS BAD. THEY CHANGED THAT, FUEL…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-fuel-system-leak","label":"Fuel system leak from fuel pump or lines","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11617197","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that fuel was leaking from the vehicle. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to another local…","quote_2_odi":"11607043","quote_2_text":"Looks like the plastic the fuel pump housing is made out of is low quality or prone to degradation by fuel. Hairline cracks have formed on the fuel pump housing causing fuel to leak when the pump is pressurized and running. In my case a pin hole also appeared causing the leak to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-heater-core-clog","label":"Clogged heater core limiting heat and defrost","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11703917","quote_1_text":"The heater core becomes clogged and limits heat available for defrosting the windshield. The heat available is insufficient to defrost and maintain visibility while driving under adverse conditions. The cabin also becomes uncomfortable because of limited heat during cold weather…","quote_2_odi":"11626997","quote_2_text":"I have a 2015 Volkswagen Passat TDI that I purchased in 2018. The car has no heat and needs a second heater core replacement, currently with 85,565. In researching the issue, i found the Warranty extension on the NTSB website Number: VWP-16-05 that covers model years 2013 and…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-ignition-key-lock-failure","label":"Ignition key insertion and lock cylinder failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-07 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11433226","quote_1_text":"The key gets stuck in the ignition (about 1 out of 4 times) when put into park. This is dangerous as it does not allow the driver to safely exit the vehicle without the risk of damage, theft, a perpetrator could hide in the vehicle to prey on the driver as it is unlocked. After…","quote_2_odi":"11229000","quote_2_text":"CAR WAS OFF AND PARKED. CAN'T GET KEY INTO IGNITION. STEERING WHEEL IS LOCKED IGNITION LOCK CYLINDER. IGNITION ISSUES SEEM TO BE COMMON IN VW'S","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2023-07","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11532430","quote_1_text":"Rear coil spring is broken. Normal driving conditions and we noticed a significant vibration. Upon inspection of rear suspension we found a broken rear coil spring. I researched this issue and found that VW recalled several other 2015 models for rear coil springs breaking. This…","quote_2_odi":"11205244","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH, AN ABNORMAL NOISE WAS HEARD FROM THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO MAGUIRE VOLKSWAGEN OF ITHICA (LOCATED AT 370 ELMIRA RD, ITHACA, NY 14850, (607) 257-1515) WHERE IT WAS…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"vw-passat-2015-takata-recall-parts-delay","label":"Takata air bag recall parts unavailability","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-07 → 2019-09","source_complaint_count":242,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-20","quote_1_odi":"11245508","quote_1_text":"TAKATA RECALL I RECEIVED A TAKATA RECALL NOTICE RECENTLY FOR MY 2015 VW PASSAT. I AM CURRENTLY A DOD CIVILIAN WORKING AND LIVING IN GERMANY. WHEN I MOVED HERE 2 YEARS AGO FOR MY JOB I SHIPPED MY CAR WHICH DID NOT HAVE A RECALL PLACED ON IT AT THE TIME. WHEN I RECEIVED THE NOTICE…","quote_2_odi":"11005408","quote_2_text":"TL* TAKATA RECALL. THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT RECEIVED AN UNKNOWN RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR THE AIR BAGS. THE PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-abs-wheel-speed-sensor-failure","label":"ABS wheel-speed sensor failure triggering warning lights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11265312","quote_1_text":"THE ABS SENSOR SYSTEM HAS FAILED ON OUR CAR FOR THE 2ND TIME . THE FIRST TIME IT OCCURRED ON THE LEFT REAR WHEEL IN 2019. WHEN THE SYSTEM FAILS IT TRIGGERS A MULTITUDE OF DASHBOARD ALERTS WHICH ARE EXTREMELY DISTRACTING","quote_2_odi":"11430116","quote_2_text":"In less than 51,000 miles 3 wheel speed sensors have required replacement. An unacceptable average failure rate of once every 1.7 years or 17,000 miles","quote_3_odi":"11337346","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING AND TRYING TO STOP IT APPEARS THAT BRAKES/ABS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING PROPERLY. ABS, TPMS, TRACTION CONTROL, SRS WARNING LIGHTS HAVE COME ON FOR THE SECOND TIME IN JUST A FEW MONTHS SPAN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11681294","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that on seven occasions, the clock spring failed while driving at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11096639","quote_2_text":"WHEN I WENT TO START THE CAR THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON AND STATED \"ERROR\". ALL THE FUNCTIONS ON THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT WORK, THIS INCLUDED THE HORN, CRUISE CONTROL, RADIO SYSTEM AND AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"11040513","quote_3_text":"THERE WAS A RECALL ON THE CLOCK SPRING. I BROUGHT IT IN FOR SERVICE AND IT GOT REPLACED 10/7/15. IT SNAPPED AGAIN 5 MONTHS LATER WAS REPLACED 3/8/16. IT SNAPPED AGAIN 6 MONTHS LATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-engine-failure-stall","label":"Engine failure or stall requiring major repair","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-05 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11101452","quote_1_text":"ON MAY 21, 2018, I WAS DRIVING TO WORK. I STOPPED AT A GAS STATION, AND WHEN I WENT TO LEAVE MY CAR DIED. I HAD THE CAR TOWED TO QUIRK VW IN MANCHESTER, NH AND THEY TOLD ME THAT THE ENGINE WAS BLOWN","quote_2_odi":"11109848","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING AND WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE","quote_3_odi":"11659401","quote_3_text":"Timing chain going out before 1000 miles in a 2016 VW Passat TSI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption from PCV/air-oil separator","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11428166","quote_1_text":"The car burns an excessive amount of oil and the problem seems to be the same as those that VW settled a class action for on it’s early year model of the same car","quote_2_odi":"11513039","quote_2_text":"On November 11, 2022, the Byers VW in Columbus, OH, diagnosed my vehicle as having a defective crank case breather, which cases the oil to be burned off","quote_3_odi":"11312133","quote_3_text":"OIL CONSUMPTION PROBLEM. MY CAR KEEPS BURNING THROUGH OIL. NO SIGNS OF LEAKS EITHER. IT HAS ALREADY BEEN INSPECTED FOR LEAKS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-forward-assist-phantom-braking","label":"Forward Assist braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11655648","quote_1_text":"While driving on a residential street the VW Front Assist suddenly engaged the brakes. There was no car in front or any cars driving in the area. The car came to a complete stop","quote_2_odi":"11430569","quote_2_text":"The automatic emergency braking has applied three times while driving this vehicle. Once on a freeway onramp curve in traffic with following car, twice driving on different paved city streets","quote_3_odi":"10884433","quote_3_text":"MY 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSET SE MODEL CAR APPLIES THE BRAKES WHILE IN MOTION ON ITS OWN. THIS HAS OCCURRED 6 TIMED OVER THE PAST 7 MONTHS. I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON DECEMBER 12 2015","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-fuel-pump-leak-odor","label":"Fuel pump leak causing gasoline odor in cabin","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11671816","quote_1_text":"Description of the Problem: The fuel pump housing on my 2016 Volkswagen Passat (1.8L TSI) developed visible cracks, which caused a persistent fuel vapor smell around the vehicle, especially after refueling","quote_2_odi":"11669476","quote_2_text":"The fuel delivery system appears to have failed. Specifically, there is an active gasoline leak from a fuel line inside the cabin, near or under the rear seat","quote_3_odi":"11537108","quote_3_text":"Began smelling fuel. Made an appointment for a week out. They found that the fuel pump cover under the seat had been pushing on the top of the fuel pump","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2016-headlight-exterior-lighting","label":"Headlight dimming and housing malfunction","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":106,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11302726","quote_1_text":"THE ELECTRICAL HOUSING FOR HEADLIGHT MELTDOWN CREATING POSSIBLY RISK OF FIRES","quote_2_odi":"11184477","quote_2_text":"THE HEADLIGHTS GO VERY DIM 2 SECONDS AFTER THEY ARE TURNED ON. IT'S VERY DANGEROUS BECAUSE YOU CANT SEE ANYTHING MORE THAN 3 INCHES IN FRONT OF YOU","quote_3_odi":"11297751","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT WAS NOTIFIED ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS BY OTHER DRIVERS THAT THE REAR BRAKE TAIL LIGHTS WERE DIM AND NOT SUFFICIENT FOR VEHICLES TO FOLLOW BEHIND THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-brake-caliper-fluid-leak","label":"Brake system leaks and component failures","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11102235","quote_1_text":"LEAKS BRAKE FLUID. PURCHASE SATURDAY EVENING, SUNDAY MORNING NEED A CAN OF FLUID, SUNDAY AFTER NOON REPEAT. BAD LEAK","quote_2_odi":"11191463","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE FRONT BRAKES MADE A LOUD ABNORMAL NOISE","quote_3_odi":"11433435","quote_3_text":"ABS Wheel Speed Sensors have failed on 3 different wheels in the 28.200 miles the car has been operated since new","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disables airbag and steering controls","component_code":"STEERING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11573880","quote_1_text":"Clock spring has failed 5 times within a year. The first clock spring replacement failed two weeks after the repair","quote_2_odi":"11434295","quote_2_text":"Initially heard clicking sound while turning the vehicle followed by airbag warning light. Then noticed driver assistant system not available warning, loss of horn, cruise control, automatic braking, and lane departure warning","quote_3_odi":"11407999","quote_3_text":"THE DRIVER AIRBAG LIGHT WENT ON, THE WHOLE STEERING WHEEL CONTROL STOPPED WORKING AS SOON AS THIS LIGHT WENT ON","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-forward-collision-malfunction","label":"Forward collision avoidance system malfunction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11268081","quote_1_text":"THE AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) 'FEATURE' IN MY 2017 VW PASSAT ENGAGED THIS MORNING AT APROX 10:30AM MST, WHEN ACCELERATING ONTO AN EMPTY STREET, AFTER TURNING WESTBOUND ONTO 8TH AVENUE, FROM NORTHBOUND COLORADO BOULEVARD IN DENVER, COLORADO","quote_2_odi":"11415338","quote_2_text":"THE PASSAT AUTONOMOUS BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED WHILE DRIVING ON A DIVIDED FOUR-LANE STREET WITH NO TRAFFIC OR OBSTRUCTIONS. LANE ASSIST HAS REPEATEDLY DISABLED ITSELF. PARK ASSIST SENSORS HAVE REPEATEDLY DETECTED OBJECTS EXTREMELY CLOSE WHEN NOTHING IS PRESENT","quote_3_odi":"11233182","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 45 MPH WITH NO OTHER VEHICLES CLOSE TO THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE, THE AUTONOMOUS BRAKING SYSTEM ENGAGED AND THE VEHICLE BRAKED SUDDENLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-fuel-leak-cabin-odor","label":"Fuel system leak and cabin fuel odor","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11751998","quote_1_text":"cracks in the fuel pump houisng cauisng vapors and fumes into my car","quote_2_odi":"11473570","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump under the rear passenger side is leaking large amounts of fuel allowing the fumes to build up in the cabin of the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11495810","quote_3_text":"Fuel smell in cabin. Diagnosed to be pin hole in high pressure fuel rail. Lucky no explosion or fire from related fuel leak","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-sunroof-spontaneous-shatter","label":"Spontaneous sunroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2022-06","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"11470630","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH, there was an abnormally loud popping sound coming from the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11373592","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A RURAL ROAD AT ABOUT 50 MPH A LOUD POP WAS HEARD AND THEN THE SUNROOF SHATTERED WITH GLASS FALLING INTO THE FRONT SEAT OF THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"10971933","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY SHATTERED WITH NO IMPACT WHILE CAR WAS PARKED IN THE DRIVEWAY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2017-tire-wheel-failure","label":"Tire and wheel failure while driving","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-05 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":109,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-26","quote_1_odi":"10984290","quote_1_text":"I BOUGHT THE CAR NEW JAN 10 2017. I HAVE PUT 1500 MILES ON IT AS OF 5/8/17. TODAY AT A STOP LIGHT WHILE WAITING FOR THE LIGHT OR CHANGE, THE TIRE EXPLODED I FELT TH CAR MOVE OR WIGGLE, LOW TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHTS CAME ON","quote_2_odi":"11385567","quote_2_text":"THIS PAST SUNDAY, MY SON WAS DRIVING ON 95 AND THE DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT WHEEL EXPLODED OFF THE CAR WHILE DRIVING. HE DID NOT HIT ANYTHING, NOR DID HE GET A FLAT TIRE","quote_3_odi":"11476440","quote_3_text":"These tires were on 2017 VW passat on 19” aftermarket wheels driven by my son. Previous tires of different brand had flats on passenger side one month earlier","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-airbag-warning-clockspring","label":"Air bag warning lights and clockspring failures","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11469260","quote_1_text":"Clockspring. Failed 1st time under recall and was replaced by dealer. Failed 2nd time and replaced outside of recall by indepenent. Failed 3rd time and has not been replaced","quote_2_odi":"11563910","quote_2_text":"Collision around 45 to 50 mph. Airbags frontal and side airbags didnt deployed Two vehicles invaded my lane and I ran into the second vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11674522","quote_3_text":"We have been having numerous sensor issues. Sensors showing air bag malfunction and with passenger side seat belt on the front right side","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-brake-noise-heat-warning","label":"Brake noise, heat, and warning-light issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-07 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11352058","quote_1_text":"WHILE GOING THROUGH A CURVE, IF ATTEMPT TO SLOW DOWN, MY BRAKES SEEM TO MAKE SOME TYPE OF SCRAPING SOUND AND I CAN FEEL THE SCRAPE OR VIBRATION OF THE PROBLEM THROUGH THE PEDAL","quote_2_odi":"11404415","quote_2_text":"I PURCHASED MY CAR AS A CERTIFIED PRE-OWNED VEHICLE. WITHIN FOUR DAYS, I NOTICED THAT THE FRONT BRAKES GET EXCESSIVELY HOT DURING NORMAL STOPPING. I HAVE REPLACED THE BRAKE PADS & ROTORS, AND THE CONDITION STILL EXISTS","quote_3_odi":"11243483","quote_3_text":"FRONT BRAKES MAKES WHISTLING NOISE WHEN ACTIVATED. SLIPPAGE OCCURS IN RAINY CONDITIONS. THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ARE NOT VISUALLY SMOOTH","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure and reduced stopping power","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2018-06 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11155638","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE FAILED TO STOP. THE CONTACT HAD TO APPLY EXCESSIVE FORCE TO THE BRAKE PEDAL TO STOP THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11445457","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and the wheel locked up and I lost control of the car. I thought it was just a flat tire. I noticed the tire was flat and brake caliber was lying on the inside of the rim","quote_3_odi":"11103971","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE ON JUNE 8, 2018, FROM HERITAGE VW. THE CAR ALREADY HAD A SAFETY RECALL FOR BRAKES WHICH WAS ISSUED ON MAY 25, 2018. THE DEALER FAILED TO INFORM ME ABOUT IT BEFORE PURCHASE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and check-engine light faults","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11579645","quote_1_text":"My oil sensor started blinking while I am driving. I stoped and added oil to the car because the level was in low level. Went to the dealership to check my car in if I do have leakage or if my engine did start to burn oil","quote_2_odi":"11570751","quote_2_text":"I received a check engine light and my mechanic diagnosed the problem and attributed it to an the air pump control valve which was connected to primary engine water pump. A slight leak in the air system was noticed since the check valve failed","quote_3_odi":"11156844","quote_3_text":"MY CAR IS UNDER 7000 MILES, DON'T EVEN HAVE THE FIRST SCHEDULE OIL CHANGE AND EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION. I HAVE TAKEN IT TO THE CAR DEALER AND JUST TOP OFF THE OIL. SOMETHING IS WRONG WITH THE ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-engine-stalling-loss-of-power","label":"Engine stalling and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11715843","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was unable to restart and was towed to the dealer to be diagnosed","quote_2_odi":"11741923","quote_2_text":"A major engineering and material design failure occurred involving internal fluid containment seals, resulting in a severe electrical safety hazard","quote_3_odi":"11425683","quote_3_text":"Intermittent stalling. Typically at stop, when vehicle has been running a short time. Vehicle restarts. Occurs frequently, every week, but not every trip. Started in spring 2021, recurring issue. Mechanic unable to replicate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-fuel-pump-leak-no-start","label":"Fuel pump leaks and no-start failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11648212","quote_1_text":"Car Fuel Pump Leaking. Fuel pump Module failure. There was a recall for this issue on other Volkswagens, but not on the Passat. There are hundreds of cars online with the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11613209","quote_2_text":"Fuel pump Leak. Strong order of gasoline has been coming from the car. I had a check and the fuel pump is leaking. Other vehicles have been recalled due to this, but the Passat has not been included","quote_3_odi":"11711803","quote_3_text":"Battery drains overnight. Started with a boost all dashboard warning lights on, vehicle runs fine all day with many starts and stops, battery dies again overnight","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-infotainment-electrical","label":"Infotainment and accessory electrical malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11731417","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Passat. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the infotainment screen failed to respond to touch commands, preventing the contact from viewing the GPS feature","quote_2_odi":"11322383","quote_2_text":"THE RADIO/VIDEO MONITOR ON THE DASH GOES BLACK AND NO SOUND AND NO BACKUP CAMERA WILL ENGAGE AFTER DIFFERENT PERIODS OF TIME THE MONITOR COMES BACK ON THIS PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED WITH DAYS OF SERVICE AT THE VW DEALERSHIP OVER TWO WEEKS AT THIS TIME","quote_3_odi":"11308549","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN WAS INOPERABLE WITH THE IGNITION IN THE OFF POSITION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Passat","model_slug":"passat","cluster_id":"passat-2018-powertrain-failures","label":"Power train component failures","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11701576","quote_1_text":"The catalytic converter on my 2018 Volkswagen Passat failed and the vehicle has been at an authorized Volkswagen dealership since May 16, 2025","quote_2_odi":"11426230","quote_2_text":"The 2018 vw Passat se is only 3 years old and the transmission went out. The mileage was just a little over 98,000. The car has been kept up with as far as oil change, routine maintenance, and extras, such as tires and brakes","quote_3_odi":"11320140","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2018 VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 8 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL SOUND COMING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED NO WARNING LIGHT WAS ILLUMINATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/passat","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-brake-rotor-warp","label":"Brake rotor warp causing steering wheel shake","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10616924","quote_1_text":"THE BRAKES STARTED VIBRATING AND SHUDDERING WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUSHED. TOOK TO DEALER AND WERE TOLD THAT THE ROTORS WERE WARPED AND THE DISK PADS WERE WORN OUT","quote_2_odi":"10606028","quote_2_text":"VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN 2010: THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY UPON BRAKING A REGULAR SPEEDS, ESPECIALLY GOING DOWNHILL. FRONT ROTORS WERE REPLACED AT 22,000, 35,000, AND NOW 54,000 MILES","quote_3_odi":"10595896","quote_3_text":"2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTON WITH 17,000 MILES BEGAN SHAKING AND SHUDDERING EVERY TIME I BRAKE, EVEN AT SLOW SPEEDS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-coolant-hose-y-joint-failure","label":"Coolant hose Y-joint splits and leaks coolant","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2015-02","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10640738","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE VAN IT BEGAN TO SMELL LIKE RADIATOR COOLANT. CHECKED TEMPERATURE GAUGE AND REALIZED TEMPERATURE FLUCTUATION","quote_2_odi":"10524629","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON A NEIGHBORHOOD STREET WHEN A SUDDEN DROP IN THE AC POWER FOLLOWED BY A QUICK RISE IN THE ENGINE TEMP TO THE TOP OF THE GAUGE","quote_3_odi":"10683473","quote_3_text":"I JUST ENTERED THE EXPRESSWAY. THE ENGINE STARTED REVVING BETWEEN 5-6 RPMS, AND THE CAR WAS GOING 40","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-ignition-switch-stall","label":"Ignition switch stall disabling power steering and brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":137,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11171239","quote_1_text":"THIS COMPLAINT INVOLVES A WELL-MAINTAINED MINIVAN WITH 65,000 MILES AND AN ENGINE THAT QUITS UNEXPECTEDLY WHILE IN MOTION, DISABLING THE POWER STEERING AND BRAKES","quote_2_odi":"10652084","quote_2_text":"WIRELESS IGNITION NODE (WIN) DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY. CAR STARTED AS NORMAL, BUT ALL INSIDE CAR NOT WORKING","quote_3_odi":"10947337","quote_3_text":"URGENT ISSUE-SAFETY MY VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING ISSUES WITH SHUTTING DOWN WHILE IN MOTION. I TRAVEL ON THE TURNPIKE TO WORK EACH DAY AND IT HAS HAPPENED A COUPLE TIMES NOW","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-sliding-door-malfunction","label":"Power sliding door closes on obstruction","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-11 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10627019","quote_1_text":"AUTOMATIC SLIDING DOOR DID NOT LOCK IN OPEN POSITION. INSTEAD, IT OPENED ALMOST ALL THE WAY AND THEN IMMEDIATELY BEGAN CLOSING AGAIN","quote_2_odi":"10553291","quote_2_text":"WHILE MY 3 YEAR OLD WAS ENTERING THE VEHICLE THROUGH THE SIDE SLIDING DOOR, SHE PRESSED THE BUTTON TO CLOSE THE DOOR","quote_3_odi":"10825423","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. WHEN THE CONTACT OPENED THE REAR SLIDING DOOR ON THE DRIVER SIDE, THE CHILD SAFETY LATCH FRACTURED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-tipm-headlight-failure","label":"TIPM failure cuts out headlights","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10824978","quote_1_text":"I WOULD LIKE TO INFORM YOU THAT THE TIPM IS NOT JUST RELATED TO CHRYSLER. THE ROUTAN IS A JOINT VENTURE BETWEEN CHRYSLER AND VW","quote_2_odi":"10762371","quote_2_text":"DRIVING DOWN THE INTERSTATE AT NIGHT BOTH HEADLIGHTS WENT OUT. STRANDED NEXT TO THE INTERSTATE WITH NO HEADLIGHTS. WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER THAT THE CAR NEEDS A NEW TIPM MODULE THAT WOULD COST $930 TO INSTALL","quote_3_odi":"11510063","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Routan. The contact stated that while his wife was driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights failed to illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-tpms-valve-stem-corrosion","label":"TPMS valve stem corrosion and tire deflation","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2015-04","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10705780","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT A SPEED OF 50 MPH ON A RURAL ROAD, THE FRONT DRIVER-SIDE TIRE INSTANTLY DEFLATED. FORTUNATELY, THE VEHICLE WAS SAFELY PULLED OVER AWAY FROM TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10557312","quote_2_text":"FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE RAPIDLY DEFLATED CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO PULL RIGHT INTO ON COMING TRAFFIC. THE NEAR MISS COULD HAVE BEEN FATAL","quote_3_odi":"10534487","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 15 MPH, THE TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AS THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE TIRE DEFLATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-transmission-shift-jerk","label":"Automatic transmission jerks and slips gears","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2014-09 → 2020-06","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11331811","quote_1_text":"MY CAR RECENTLY STARTED HAVING ISSUES SHIFTING INTO THE NEXT GEAR. TYPICALLY HAPPENS WHEN I HAVE BEEN DRIVING FOR A WHILE","quote_2_odi":"11323785","quote_2_text":"AROUND 108000 MILES, MY 2010 ROUTAN AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION STARTED JERKING INTO GEARS 2, 3, 4. SOMETIMES IT SHIFTS SMOOTHLY BUT MORE OFTEN IT'S HARD ENOUGH TO JERK ALL PASSENGERS WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10632220","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL INDEPENDENTLY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2010-wiper-turn-signal-malfunction","label":"Windshield wipers and turn signals malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-10 → 2015-01","source_complaint_count":240,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10650988","quote_1_text":"I JUST BOUGHT THIS VAN IN JULY OF THIS YEAR. MY FIANC DRIVES THE VAN MORE THAN ME AND HE TOLD ME THAT THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS WILL NOT SHUT OFF","quote_2_odi":"10670162","quote_2_text":"ONCE AGAIN MY FIANCE AND I ARE EXPERIENCING THE SAME PROBLEMS WITH THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS NOT TURNING OFF WHEN YOUR TURN OFF THE SWITCH","quote_3_odi":"10677066","quote_3_text":"THIS WILL BE THE THIRD TIME THAT MY FIANCE AND I ARE EXPERIENCING THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE TAKEN MY VAN BACK TO THE DEALERSHIP THE FIRST WEEK OF JANUARY 2015, IT HASN'T BEEN 2 WEEKS AND THE PROBLEM HAS COME BACK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-airbag-deployment-fault","label":"Airbag non-deployment and warning light faults","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11217142","quote_1_text":"THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT HAS BEEN COMING ON/OFF FOR THE LAST 2 WEEKS. I CHECKED THE RECALL AND SEE THERE ISN'T ONE. I CALLED A MECHANIC AND HE COULDN'T TELL ME WHY THE LIGHT WOULD BE CONTINUALLY GOING ON/OFF","quote_2_odi":"11060989","quote_2_text":"I CANNOT USE OR SELL MY CAR UNTIL AIRBAGS ARE REPLACED.. I HAVE BEEN WAITING NOW FOR YEARS FOR REPLACEMENT PARTS!!","quote_3_odi":"10644733","quote_3_text":"UNFORTUNATELY MY 2011 VW ROUTAN WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT WHERE IT WAS STRUCK ON THE PASSENGER SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE MOVING AT APPROXIMATELY 30MPH. AS A RESULT OF THE COLLISION THE ROUTAN SPUN 270 DEGREES AND ROLLED OVER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-brake-wear-rotor-warp","label":"Premature brake wear and rotor warping","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2015-07","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10545339","quote_1_text":"SHORTLY AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE WE NOTICED THE FRONT BRAKES CAUSED A VIBRATION/ WOBBLE AT SPEED WHEN BRAKING, THIS WAS WITH LESS THAN 9000 MILES ON THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10731741","quote_2_text":"I AM NOW GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE MY BRAKES AND ROTORS FOR THE THIRD TIME AND POSSIBLY THE CONTROL ARMS AS WELL","quote_3_odi":"10519965","quote_3_text":"WV 2011 ROUTAN. WHEN THE REAR TIRES/BRAKES GET WET EITHER BY RAIN OR WASHING, AND THE PARKING BRAKE IS APPLIED, THE BRAKES WILL NOT RELEASE WHEN YOU UNLOCK THE PARKING BRAKE PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-sliding-door-failure","label":"Sliding door failure to open or lock","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2021-12","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11209559","quote_1_text":"DRIVER'S SIDE SLIDING PASSENGER DOOR IS STUCK IN LOCKED POSITION. UNABLE TO OPEN DOOR MANUALLY OR WITH REMOTE. PROBLEM SHOWED UP AROUND 90,000 MILES, NO INDICATION OF A CAUSE","quote_2_odi":"10501259","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE SIDE SLIDING DOORS WOULD OPEN INDEPENDENTLY AND WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"11442717","quote_3_text":"When the mileage reached exactly 100k both sliding doors shuts. When I put it on manual control button overhead it’s not working in both doors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-tipm-stall-no-start","label":"TIPM-related stalling and no-start failures","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":132,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11175863","quote_1_text":"THE IGNITION TURNS OFF WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY. I HAD TO COAST TO A STOP IN TRAFFIC TO RESTART THE CAR. IT HAS HAPPENED MULTIPLE TIMES. ALL ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE FOB AND THE PROBLEM STILL EXISTS","quote_2_odi":"10936148","quote_2_text":"TIPM GOING OUT. CAR STALLS, WON'T START, TIRE PRESSURE LIGHTS COME ON AND OFF, CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON WITH NOTHING WRONG, TOTAL SYSTEM SHUT DOWN COMING. THIS IS AN ONGOING PROBLEM THAT WILL ONLY BE FIXED WHEN I REPLACE THE TIPM FOR $1500","quote_3_odi":"10934069","quote_3_text":"TIPM PROBLEMS MY CAR STOPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD AND MOST MORNING IT WON'T START","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2011-transmission-slip-shift","label":"Transmission slipping and erratic shifting","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2011-11 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":175,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10876529","quote_1_text":"TRANSMISSION SLIPPING. MY 2011 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN SEL HAD ONLY ABOUT 64,800 WHEN I STARTED TO GET A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WHICH WAS DIAGNOSED AS A TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH SOLENOID ERROR","quote_2_odi":"11131817","quote_2_text":"FAULTY TRANSMISSION: THE SPEED CHANGES WHILE DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON. THE CAR HAS ONLY 57000 MILES MOSTLY ON CITY STREETS. JERKS ARE FELT WHILE DRIVING","quote_3_odi":"10918913","quote_3_text":"THE TRANSMISSION WOULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO ABRUPTLY LUNGE FORWARD WHEN THE GEAR WAS SHIFTED FROM REVERSE TO DRIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-airbag-deployment","label":"Airbag deployment without impact or failure to deploy","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11600204","quote_1_text":"Driver steering wheel airbag deployed while parking van at work. Nothing was hit just went off causing burns and wrist pain and swelling. Wife stated that the front windshield wipers started turning on randomly while driving to work and then airbag blew while parking","quote_2_odi":"11319996","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVERS HEADREST AIRBAG DEPLOYED WHILE SITTING IN MY GARAGE. ENGINE HAD JUST BEEN STARTED. IF THIS HAD HAPPENED WHILE DRIVING IT COULD HAVE STARTLED DRIVER TO THE POINT OF LOSS OF CONTROL","quote_3_odi":"11196628","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN A PRETTY BAD CAR ACCIDENT 4/5/2019 WITH 6 KIDS IN THE CAR AND NONE OF THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED.. WE WERE I MOTION WHEN CAR INFRONT OF ME TRIED TO AVOID THE CAR IN FRONT OF HIM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-brake-shudder-stopping-distance","label":"Brake shudder and increased stopping distance","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-07 → 2015-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10735488","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE SHUDDERS VIOLENTLY ON STOPPING FROM VARIETY OF SPEEDS. THIS IS FELT IN THE BRAKE PEDDLE, STEERING COLUMN, STEERING WHEEL. VEHICLE SHAKES FRONT TO BACK AND SIDE TO SIDE ON BRAKING. VEHICLE STILL APPEARS TO BRAKE ADEQUATELY, THOUGH SOMETHING IS DEFINITELY WRONG WITH THE","quote_2_odi":"10779828","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE VEHICLE REQUIRED A LONGER STOPPING DISTANCE THAN NECESSARY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT FOG LIGHT FAILED TO OPERATE WHEN ENGAGED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-engine-mechanical-failure","label":"Internal engine component failure requiring replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-09 → 2020-10","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11366410","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THERE WAS A TICKING SOUND COMING FROM THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO STREET VOLKSWAGEN LOCATED AT 8707 PILGRIM DR, AMARILLO, TX 79119, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE","quote_2_odi":"11354796","quote_2_text":"WHEN GETTING OFF HIGHWAY WHILE AT LIGHT MY CAR SPUTTERED AND STALLED. THE CAR WOULD NOT RESTART AND I HAD TO HAVE TOWED. THE RIGHT SIDE CYLINDER HEAD HAD TO BE REPLACED AT A COST OF OVER $4000. VW IS REPLACING THE LEFT SIDE UNDER WARRANTY FOR 10 YEARS BUT NOT THE RIGHT SIDE FOR","quote_3_odi":"11021507","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 75 MPH, THE VEHICLE SHOOK VIOLENTLY AND STALLED. THE CONTACT DID NOT RECALL IF A WARNING INDICATOR WAS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT COASTED THE VEHICLE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-tipm-no-start-hard-start","label":"Crank-no-start / hard start tied to TIPM fuel pump relay","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2019-11","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11170167","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE CRANKED, BUT FAILED TO START AND THE CHECK ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO VOLKSWAGEN LEE'S SUMMIT (2225 NE INDEPENDENCE AVE, LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64064, (816) 600-4224) WHERE","quote_2_odi":"11155589","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN A PARKING LOT VAN WOULD NOT START. IT WOULD TURN OVER AN CRANK AGAIN AND AGAIN WHEN ATTEMPTING TO START, BUT THE ENGINE WOULD NOT RUN. TOW TRUCK DRIVER WAS ABLE TO START IT BY REMOVING PUSH START AND USING KEY FOB, BUT HAD TROUBLE GETTING IT STARTED AGAIN UNLOADING AT","quote_3_odi":"11052565","quote_3_text":"I FILE A COMPLAINT A FEWS MONTHS AGO ABOUT HAVE TROUBLES STARTING MY VAN OR BATTERY DRAINAGE. TOOK IT TO THE DEALERSHIP IN SHREVEPORT, LA. THE HAD TO REPLACE THE MODULE (TIPM)FUEL PUMP.THIS COST MY FAMILY 1700! THIS IS A SERVE SAFTY PROBLEM FOR MANY FAMILIES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-tipm-stall-loss-steering-brakes","label":"Engine stall while driving with loss of steering/brakes","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11578885","quote_1_text":"My vehicle is shutting off while driving. It randomly shuts off and I see there are other recalls associated with this issue for a different year but same vehicle/model. I am being quoted well over $2,000 in repairs. This vehicle only has 130,000 miles on it","quote_2_odi":"10510839","quote_2_text":"10,000 MILES, FULL WARRANTY, BOUGHT NEW LESS THAN A YEAR AGO. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MILES PER HOUR ON THE HIGHWAY WITH MY MOTHER AND TWO CHILDREN IN THE VEHICLE, THE VAN LOST ALL POWER MID-DRIVE. BRAKES, STEERING, EVERYTHING STOPPED FUNCTIONING. THANKFULLY IT WAS LATE","quote_3_odi":"11217412","quote_3_text":"THE CAR WILL JUST SHUT DOWN WHILE DRIVING. NO WARNING, NO LIGHTS, NO CHECK ENGINE, NO POWER STEERING OR POWER BREAKS (I HAVE TO PUT ALL I GOT INTO TRYING TO STEER THE CAR TO JUST PULL OVER!)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Routan","model_slug":"routan","cluster_id":"routan-2012-transmission-shift-failure","label":"Transmission shift failure and rough gear engagement","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2022-02","source_complaint_count":63,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11445020","quote_1_text":"The transmission on our 2012 VW Routan has completely failed. The car will not go into gear and left my wife in a position where she was stranded in traffic. We are the original owners of this vehicle and have followed the recommended maintenance schedule","quote_2_odi":"10917314","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN ROUTAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS SHIFTED INTO REVERSE, IT JERKED AND REVERSED ROUGH WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OPERATING AS INTENDED","quote_3_odi":"10577107","quote_3_text":"WE HAVE NOTICED THAT THE NEW CAR HAS BEING PROBLEM SHIFTING GEARS AND HAVE BEEN TAKING IT TO THE SHOP SEVERAL TIMES JUST TO BE TOLD THAT THEY DO NOT SEE ANY PROBLEMS. MAY 2013 WE HAVE RECEIVED A RECALL MENTIONING HARSH 1-3 UP SHIFTS AND ERROR IN THE TORQUE MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/routan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-delayed-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Delayed acceleration and hesitation from a stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11740065","quote_1_text":"The vehicle has intermittent hesitation/delayed acceleration from a stop and during low-speed stop-and-go driving","quote_2_odi":"11617020","quote_2_text":"I recently started experiencing a delay in acceleration after my car has stopped at a light or stop sign","quote_3_odi":"11555897","quote_3_text":"There is a serious acceleration problem. When trying to enter into traffic either turning left or right or going straight from stopped position, there is serious lag/hesitation to the vehicle accelerating","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-fuel-system-leak-sensor-failure","label":"Fuel system leaks and sensor failures","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682652","quote_1_text":"Filled my tank with gas. Got into the vehicle and started if and could almost immediately smell gas in cabin","quote_2_odi":"11672863","quote_2_text":"2022 VW Taos 2 instances of fuel level sensor failure. Fuel gauge reported 1/2 tank fuel level remaining when fuel tank was empty. In both instances the vehicle stalled without warning","quote_3_odi":"11622521","quote_3_text":"FUEL TANK SENOSOR HAS MALFUNCTIONED WITHIN 2 YEAR OF OWNING VEHICHLE. DEALER SAYS THE WHOLE FUEL TANK NEEDS TO BE CHANGED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11703443","quote_1_text":"2022 Volkswagen Taos SE 1.5T (DNKA engine, <60,000 miles, <5 years old) developed internal coolant leak from cylinder head gasket","quote_2_odi":"11749254","quote_2_text":"While driving at highway speeds, the a low coolant caution light came on. We immediately pulled over before the engine overheated and added coolant and brought the vehicle in for repairs","quote_3_odi":"11636470","quote_3_text":"I own a 2022 VW Taos SE (Purchased New), it has been using up coolant, roughly every 2 months I needed to fill it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-infotainment-camera-blackout","label":"Infotainment display and backup camera blackout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716375","quote_1_text":"The rear camera blacks out on the dashboard. Sometimes when I start the dashboard, the thing is dark","quote_2_odi":"11614442","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the infotainment system screen display inadvertently turned black","quote_3_odi":"11598213","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2022 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated while operating the vehicle, the infotainment display screen appeared black and was inoperable","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-power-loss-stall-limp-mode","label":"Sudden power loss with EPC warning and limp mode","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11731009","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a safety-related failure involving a 2022 Volkswagen Taos (AWD) with approximately 48,000 miles. While operating the vehicle under normal driving conditions, the vehicle entered “transmission emergency mode” without warning","quote_2_odi":"11747765","quote_2_text":"The car stalled on the freeway and I was unable to accelerate. It was confirmed and being worked on by the dealer","quote_3_odi":"11731074","quote_3_text":"At approximately 60,000 miles—just outside the warranty period—the vehicle developed a serious transmission issue. While driving, I received a warning stating “Transmission in emergency mode” followed by a check engine light","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":33,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11623013","quote_1_text":"Rear brake pads worn out at 30,000 miles. Never had a car ever need rear brake pads replaced before even after 150,000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11691208","quote_2_text":"My 2022 Volkswagen Taos is less than 4 years old, has 23,500 miles and I have had to replace the rear brake pads twice","quote_3_odi":"11668536","quote_3_text":"I own a 2022 Volkswagen Taos with about 45,000 miles. I have had to replace the rear brake pads and rotors THREE TIMES already within this mileage, which is extremely unusual","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2022-roof-panel-paint-peeling","label":"Roof and body panel paint peeling","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":306,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11702085","quote_1_text":"Paint is peeling along panel edges and roof seams. A VW inspector confirmed original OEM paint","quote_2_odi":"11672217","quote_2_text":"2022 VW Taos with 28,500 miles. The paint on the roof of the vehicle is chipping and peeling","quote_3_odi":"11669100","quote_3_text":"About a month ago I saw paint flaking off from about the front windscreen where the sunroof meets the body about quarter sized","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-acceleration-lag-surge","label":"Acceleration lag and sudden surge from stop","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11551257","quote_1_text":"The throttle response from a stop in the Taos is not immediate. Sometimes it will take 2 seconds to react to throttle input. There have been times where you accelerate and it will go extremely slow ans then a sudden burst of acceleration. This can be extremely dangerous when…","quote_2_odi":"11541108","quote_2_text":"I am experiencing sudden burst of acceleration when I’m gently accelerating. I have had several near misses of having an accident. I have read several other reports of the same problem on online forums. What is Volkswagen going to do about this?","quote_3_odi":"11596248","quote_3_text":"Whenever I attempt to make a normal right or left turn, my car hesitates for approximately three seconds before abruptly accelerating into the intended lane. This delay leaves me temporarily stuck in the middle of the opposite lane, creating a hazardous situation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-airbag-sensor-non-deployment","label":"Airbag sensor fault and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11738648","quote_1_text":"Air bags did not deploy after a direct driver side hit, and I was injured because of the accident.  Car was declared a total loss by the insurance.  The car is being held by State Farm if…","quote_2_odi":"11745367","quote_2_text":"Only when lighter weight adults are in the front seat - if they move around at all the airbag sensor goes off. Meaning the airbags won’t deploy if we get into an accident. Seems like a major flaw!","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stall and shutdown while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11641191","quote_1_text":"3 times in the past year including today, the car has completely turned off while in drive at a red light or stop sign. It is not the auto start/stop, it simply completely shuts off the car and when I take my foot off the break the car says “shift gear into park and manually…","quote_2_odi":"11703266","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has shut off completely while driving three times, each time with multiple warning lights. Incident 1 – [XXX]: Engine shut off while driving. The dealership told me it was “safe to drive in” and claimed to repair it…","quote_3_odi":"11685514","quote_3_text":"2023 Taos SE shuts off completely at red lights/when I’m stopped more than 60 seconds. It prompts me to shift into park, put the key to steering column and restart, then shift back into drive and go. Dealer scanned it on two separate occasions and has no explanation","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-evap-fuel-system-faults","label":"EVAP system faults and check engine light","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749355","quote_1_text":"In June 2026, I had to bring due to the engine light being on. They found out EVAP fuel leak detection pump being faulty.  And less than 1 month later (July 2026), once again the engine light came on.  This time apparently EVAP canister is the problem and needs to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11663870","quote_2_text":"Check engine light keeps turning on and on - code P2421 EVAP canister stuck open despite all the expensive repairs at the dealership","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-head-gasket-coolant-leak","label":"Engine head gasket coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11560282","quote_1_text":"the service advisor and mechanic come over to me and said \"we are not allowing you to leave in your car today\". I asked why and they said the head gasket is gone and the engine needs to be taken apart. They said corporate requires pictures of this because it is a known problem…","quote_2_odi":"11721159","quote_2_text":"I took the vehicle in to the VW dealership for service on 06/30/25 and they found that the head gasket had failed after only 26500 miles.  A failed head gasket could lead to engine failure during operation which would create a significant safety issue","quote_3_odi":"11734447","quote_3_text":"This vehicle has a known design flaw which causes the cylinder gasket to leak and require replacement. VW has only issued a Technical Service Notice which was no provided to owners regarding the part that needed replacement. They are correcting the problem with a differently…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-infotainment-screen-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and reset","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-11 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625350","quote_1_text":"I have brought the Taos back to Volkswagen dealership repeatedly for failure of the infotainment screen this screen displays the back up camera when the car is put into reverse  The dates :12/14/23 , 2/21/24 , 8/27/24 ,9/5/24 , 10/23/24 , 11/13/24","quote_2_odi":"11631595","quote_2_text":"the infotainment system goes black while driving multiple times per week. There have been multiple times that it goes black and resets while I am backing out. This is extremely frustrating and unsafe if I am relying on gps maps to get to my destination","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2023-rear-brake-premature-wear","label":"Rear brake pad and rotor premature wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":101,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745599","quote_1_text":"The brakes have prematurely worn to 1mm at 20,000 miles. Volkswagen is aware and has issued a TSB regarding the premature wear, however they failed to notify us during the first 2 service appointments that the wear on the brakes were due to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11748314","quote_2_text":"The rear brake pads and rotors have required replacement approximately every 20,000 miles, which appears abnormal given that the front brake pads have never required replacement and are still measuring approximately 8 mm. The rear brakes have worn prematurely and unevenly…","quote_3_odi":"11591827","quote_3_text":"I purchased this car new less than 18 months ago and have been problems with it ever since. Brakes wear down prematurely and cause metal contact to rotors that causes bad screeching, stutters and affects my braking distance","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-acceleration-response","label":"Delayed or unresponsive acceleration","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11618730","quote_1_text":"The car was purchased new and now has 1,600 miles. On nine different occasions the car has stopped moving (but has not stalled) when trying to accelerate. In two of those instances (accelerating from a red light and entering a roundabout) I nearly had an accident","quote_2_odi":"11676369","quote_2_text":"The car has an issue with acceleration, when you stop or driving if you hit the gas pedal the car wont accelerate instantly it has a delay and it super dangerous when crossing through a 2 lane road, we have taken the car 3 times at VW","quote_3_odi":"11588198","quote_3_text":"I was at a light with the car on and in drive. The light turned green and I pressed on the gas and the vehicle was unresponsive. I confirmed that the vehicle was turned on and actively in drive","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-electrical-infotainment-glitches","label":"Infotainment and electrical system glitches","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11666913","quote_1_text":"Driving on several occasions and the adaptive cruise control has completely stopped working while driving at highway speeds on numerous occasions. A dealership replaced the cruise control system. There are serious electrical problems with this car","quote_2_odi":"11596999","quote_2_text":"VW CarNet module 75 emergency call module and communication unit is \"faulty needs replaced\". DTC is B20004B and DTC B14D796 \"internal malfunction of the module. Needs replaced.\"","quote_3_odi":"11735382","quote_3_text":"The odometer does not read correctly upon fill up. Typically the fill up states I have 325 miles per tank but I can drive about 100 miles and it still reads 325 miles until empty, after which time the odometer drops extremely fast and isn't consistent with miles driven","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and loss of power","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734257","quote_1_text":"The vehicle suffered a recurring mechanical failure of the fuel injectors and a flooded EVAP charcoal canister, causing the engine to run lean (Fault P2177) and lose power. This defect creates an unreasonable safety risk as it can cause the engine to stall or lose motive power…","quote_2_odi":"11660520","quote_2_text":"I have brough my vehicle into the dealership on 3 separate occasions, all of which were the same safety issue - the engine would stall while accelerating and would shut off","quote_3_odi":"11664586","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while attempting to drive from a complete stop and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact stated that there was a message regarding the engine and another unknown message…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-rear-brake-wear","label":"Premature rear brake pad and rotor wear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11662579","quote_1_text":"I’m reporting a serious issue with the rear brakes on my 2024 Volkswagen Taos SEL. At the 30,000-mile service, Tom Bush Volkswagen in Jacksonville, FL documented the rear brake pads at 7mm. At 40,000 miles, they measured 1mm, while the front brake pads—still original—remain at…","quote_2_odi":"11742620","quote_2_text":"I own a 2024 Volkswagen Taos with 20,600 miles. At my scheduled 20,000-mile service on June 6, 2026, the dealership measured my rear driver side brake pad at 3mm while my front pads measured 10mm","quote_3_odi":"11705245","quote_3_text":"At my recent 20'000 mile service, I was informed that my rear brakes and rotors failed. We purchased the car in Jan 2025 with about 10,000 miles on it. The rear brakes and rotors failed with the car having 18574 miles at time of service","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-speedometer-tire-recalibration","label":"Speedometer misreads after tire size change","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613255","quote_1_text":"Volkswagen increased the tire diameter of the Taos S 4motion and Taos SE 4motion for 2024 and either did not recalibrate the speedometer or made an error when doing so. Some variants of the VW Atlas might have a similar issue (two reports so far)","quote_2_odi":"11723631","quote_2_text":"The speedometer is off 3%. When the speedometer indicates 65mph The vehicle is actually traveling at 68mph. At 55mph Indicated the vehicle is actually traveling at 57mph. The faster you go the more off the speedometer is. This was verified using GPS on two separate smart phones","quote_3_odi":"11654576","quote_3_text":"The speedometer inside the vehicle is off by 4-5 mph at speeds higher than 55 mph. I have timed several miles with my cruise set at 60mph, at 65 mph, and at 70 mph. All miles were off by 4-5mph","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous window and sunroof glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716121","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 - 60 MPH, the rear driver's side window exploded, causing pieces of glass to land on the contact's child, seated inside the vehicle. There were no injuries sustained","quote_2_odi":"11692454","quote_2_text":"While my vehicle was completely stopped at a red light, I suddenly heard a very loud explosive sound from the rear of my car. Upon inspection, I saw that my back windshield had completely shattered","quote_3_odi":"11630543","quote_3_text":"Was sitting at a stop light, heard a loud pop , and the panaramic sunroof exploded, shattered into pieces on to me and in the auto. 2024 VW Taos","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Taos","model_slug":"taos","cluster_id":"taos-2024-wiper-spontaneous-activation","label":"Windshield wipers activate without rain","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":50,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11719867","quote_1_text":"The windshield wipers regularly come on automatically when it is not raining, sometimes at a very rapid speed. I have unselected in the settings the option for them to come on automatically but the problem still persists","quote_2_odi":"11683983","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2024 Volkswagen Taos. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, the windshield wipers activated independently. The contact was unable to turn off the windshield wipers; however, they would turn off independently","quote_3_odi":"11707331","quote_3_text":"THE WINDSSHIELD WIPER BLADES HAVE A NOISE AS SOON I PURCHSED, TREE MONTH OF USED THE CARD. I WENT TO THE PURCHASED OFFICE TO CHANGE DE BLADES BUT THEY SAID THAT NO HAVE WARRANTY. THE OTHERS TAO THAT I HAVED HAVE THE SAME PROBLEMS. WHAT I CANT DO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/taos","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-brake-loss-hydraulic","label":"Hydraulic brake pressure loss and unintended lunge","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10863782","quote_1_text":"WAS WAITING AT A RED LIGHT, ON AN INCLINE, CAR STOPPED, WITH MULTIPLE CARS AHEAD. KNEW I WOULD BE WAITING FOR A WHILE FOR THE LIGHT TO CHANGE, SO GENTLY RELEASED SOME PRESSURE ON THE BRAKE. CAR LUNGED FORWARD HITTING CAR AHEAD OF ME AND EACH TIME I DEPRESSED THE BRAKE THE CAR","quote_2_odi":"10401140","quote_2_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING SHE TRIED TO ENGAGE THE BRAKES AND THEY FAILED. SHE ALSO MENTIONED THAT WHILE AT A STOP LIGHT HER BRAKES FAILED AND CAUSED HER TO CRASH INTO THE VEHICLE IN FRONT OF HER. THE CONTACT DIDN'T","quote_3_odi":"11207141","quote_3_text":"THIS MODEL HAS A PUSH TO ACTIVATE EMERGENCY BRAKE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WILL ENGAGE WITHOUT TOUCHING IT WHENEVER IT WANTS. IT HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES WHILE I WAS GOING IN REVERSE WITH NO NOTICE NOR DOES THE LIGHT INDICATOR GO ON. I HAVE TOOK IT TO MOHEGAN VW DEALER AND THEY DID","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-fuse-box-melted-lighting-loss","label":"Melted fuse box causing exterior lighting loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2013-07 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11431695","quote_1_text":"The fusebox that was included in the NHTSA recall #13V569000 for lighting defects was never resolved correctly on this car and many other VW Tiquans like this. I am a 45 year ASE licensed professional automotive technician. I am an ASE Master tech with current L1-L9 licensing. I","quote_2_odi":"10551853","quote_2_text":"DURING A MORNING COMMUTE TO WORK SEVERAL LIGHTS WERE OUT ON THE VEHICLE. WARNING LIGHTS CONTINUED POP UP ON THE INFO DISPLAY IN THE DASH. HALF THE EXTERIOR LIGHTS HAD STOPPED WORKING. 1/2 OF EACH TAIL LIGHT, 1 OF THE 2 BACK UP LAMPS, THE LICENSE PLATE LAMP, 1 HIGH BEAM, 1 LOW","quote_3_odi":"10555988","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE PASSENGER'S SIDE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS AND BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER, WHO STATED THAT THE FUSE BOX HAD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist loss while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11680243","quote_1_text":"We own a 2010 VW Tiguan and it has many problems, but the biggest one is that the Steering Wheel just randomly will turn off and loose all power steering, I believe these models use electric power steering (EPS) system, which don't use like a traditional power steering hydraulic","quote_2_odi":"11541882","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost power steering functionality. The contact stated that the forward momentum allowed her to pull off the roadway. The contact stated that the steering wheel started","quote_3_odi":"10618057","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE VW TIGUAN BECAUSE IT WAS RATED #1 FOR SAFETY BUT THE MORNING OF FRIDAY JULY 25 2014 AS I WAS LEAVING TO WORK I STARTED MY CAR BUT THE POWER STEERING WAS GONE COMPLETELY. I COULD DRIVE FORWARD AND BACK BUT THE STEERING WHEEL DID NOT MOVE AT ALL AS IAND THE POWER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-seat-heater-burn","label":"Seat heater overheating and burning upholstery","component_code":"SEATS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11758583","quote_1_text":"Right seat heater has burned through the synthetic leather and burned my pants. No fuse went off, no warning issued by vehicle nor heater stopped itself","quote_2_odi":"11162367","quote_2_text":"EARLY MONDAY MORNING ON 12/17/18 WHILE DRIVING FROM ORLANDO,FL TO CLEARWATER,FL ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY MY WIFE HAD TURNED ON THE PASSENGER SEAT HEATER. NOTHING WAS OUT OF THE ORDINARY UNTIL WE SMELLED SOMETHING BURNING, THINKING IT WAS PROBABLY COMING FROM THE OUTSIDE. THE SMELL","quote_3_odi":"11073883","quote_3_text":"THE SEAT HEATER ON THE DRIVER SIDE OVERHEATED, BURNED THE DRIVER'S SKIN AND BURNED A HOLE IN A COAT. A BURNING SMELL WAS CLEARLY NOTICED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure and engine replacement","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":32,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"11536564","quote_1_text":"Timing chain/extensioner broke My car suddenly started jerking or jumping when I was idling. I pulled into a parking lot and ended up having to have it towed. It does not run now and I was told it needed a new engine. I was told that there was a known issue and class action","quote_2_odi":"10894124","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE STARTING THE VEHICLE, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS IMMEDIATELY TOWED TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TIMING CHAIN SKIPPED AND DESTROYED THE ENGINE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE","quote_3_odi":"11061597","quote_3_text":"ON DECEMBER 7 2017 THE ENGINE STARTED MISS-FIRING, ON NEXT RESTART THE ENGINE DESTROYED ITSELF, CAUSED BY 'JUMPED TIMING' DO TOO A DEFECTIVE CHAIN TENSIONER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2010-unexplained-engine-stall","label":"Unexplained engine stall while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2010-10 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":110,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-08","quote_1_odi":"10618986","quote_1_text":"WAS LEAVING THE CUL-DE-SAC WHERE WE LIVE AND THE FIRST INTERSECTION IS A \"T\". AS THE CAR STARTED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN THE CAR SHUT DOWN WITH NO WARNING. WITH THE STEERING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM SHUT DOWN AND BRAKE SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, WE ARE BLESSED THE CAR WAS ABLE TO STOP BEFORE","quote_2_odi":"10572666","quote_2_text":"THE ENGINE IS SHUTTING OFF/STALLING WITHOUT ANY WARNING, THIS HAS HAPPENED A FEW TIMES. EACH TIME THE SYMPTOMS ARE THE SAME, AFTER DRIVING FOR ABOUT AN HOUR THE CAR IS PARKED AND LEFT FOR ONE OR TWO HOURS. WHEN IT IS RESTARTED IT RUNS FOR ABOUT 30 SECONDS AND THEN SHUTS OFF WITH","quote_3_odi":"10643133","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED AND TRANSMISSION FAILED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE TO SIDE OF ROAD. THE BATTERY AND CDC-EDC WARNING INDICATORS WERE ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2015-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11712684","quote_1_text":"My 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan was included in the Volkswagen clock spring safety recall. According to Volkswagen’s records, the recall repair was completed in 2016","quote_2_odi":"11463294","quote_2_text":"The clock spring is broken in my 2011 VW Tiguan at 114,000 miles. Therefore, the driver airbag on the steering wheel does not work. Therefore, there is a safety issue if one drives the car","quote_3_odi":"10933950","quote_3_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED PER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 15V483000 (AIR BAGS). SHORTLY AFTER THE DEALER'S REPAIR, THE RIBBON CABLE SNAPPED INTERNALLY AND CAUSED A FAILURE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-engine-stall-while-driving","label":"Engine stalling or losing power while driving","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2013-09 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11604747","quote_1_text":"My Tiguan randomly shuts down or stalls while driving. I have come very close to accidents because It is in the middle of the road where I can't pull over, people coming around a curve behind me that may not have time to brake, specifically RV's and Semi-trucks","quote_2_odi":"10913706","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE POWER STEERING WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART","quote_3_odi":"10542745","quote_3_text":"TRAVELING NORTH/WEST BOUND ON INTERSTATE 94 IN MAPLE GROVE, MN. CAR SUDDENLY LOST POWER, STARTED STUTTERING, AND THEN SHUT OFF. WAITED 2 HOURS FOR A TOW ON THE SIDE OF THE FREEWAY WITH A 3 YEAR OLD IN 90 DEGREE HEAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-ignition-coil-misfire-stall","label":"Ignition coil failure causing engine misfire and stalling","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2015-11","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10638051","quote_1_text":"WE BOUGHT 2011 VW TIGUAN SE IN MAY 2011, AND THIS NOTORIOUS IGNITION-COIL ISSUE HAPPENED TWICE TO US ALREADY. BELOW IS THE TIMELINE & DETAILS","quote_2_odi":"10584815","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE RAPIDLY DECELERATED FROM 50 MILES PER HOUR TO APPROXIMATELY 30 MILES PER HOUR. CHECK ENGINE AND EPC WARNING LIGHTS ILLUMINATED. ENGINE RAN ROUGH AND ACCELERATION ABOVE 35 MILES PER HOUR WAS NOT POSSIBLE","quote_3_odi":"10731124","quote_3_text":"I WAS TURNING LEFT OFF OF A HWY. I ATTEMPTING TO ACCELERATE TO 40 MILES AND THE CAR HESITATED LIKE IT WAS SWITCHING GEARS, DECREASED IN SPEED AND STARTED SHAKING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-melted-fuse-box-lighting-failure","label":"Melted fuse box causing multiple exterior lights to fail","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10551776","quote_1_text":"WHEN STARTING MY CAR (AFTER IT HAD BEEN SITTING IN THE GARAGE FOR OVER 24 HRS) I IMMEDIATELY GOT A \"CHECK LEFT FRONT LOWBEAM\" WARNING PLUS A WARNING LIGHT ON THE DASH","quote_2_odi":"10526032","quote_2_text":"A FUSE HAS MELTED (NOT BURNED OUT IN THE TYPICAL MANNER), AND MELTED PART OF THE FUSE BLOCK. THIS CAUSED ALL OF THE LIGHTS ON THE VEHICLE TO MALFUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"10502373","quote_3_text":"I STARTED RECEIVING WARNING LIGHTS THAT THERE WERE BURNED OUT BULBS AROUND THE CAR. IT STARTED WITH THE RIGHT FRONT HIGH BEAM, THEN LOW BEAM. I CALLED THE DEALERSHIP TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT FOR THE SAME DAY AS THERE WAS A SAFETY CONCERN WITH AN OUT HEADLIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-timing-chain-tensioner-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2014-08 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11433271","quote_1_text":"Timeing chain skipped a tooth destroyig the engine completely. Yes its available for inspection upon request. The problem has been settled in a class action lawsuit but no recall has been issued for ea888 engines between 2008 and 2013","quote_2_odi":"10855650","quote_2_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILURE AT 70,000 MILES. SUFFERED A CATASTROPHIC ENGINE FAILURE WHEN THE TIMING CHAIN JUMPED TIME. THE TENSIONER FAILURE IS A KNOWN AND CONFIRMED ISSUE SINCE 2012","quote_3_odi":"11020597","quote_3_text":"ON AUGUST 15, 2017 I ATTEMPTED TO START MY VEHICLE AFTER SITTING IN MY DRIVEWAY FOR 24 HRS. THE ENGINE WOULD NOT TURN OVER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED CATASTROPHIC INTERNAL TOP-END DAMAGE DUE TO A FAILED TIMING CHAIN","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2011-water-pump-turbo-oil-leaks","label":"Water pump, turbocharger, and oil seal leaks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":160,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11244428","quote_1_text":"HAVE HAD 3 VW WATER PUMP FAILURES WITHIN THE PAST 11 MONTHS. THE ORIGINAL WATER PUMP FAILED IN SEPTEMBER 2018; THE REPLACEMENT FAILED IN JUNE 2019; AND ANOTHER REPLACEMENT FAILED IN AUGUST 2019","quote_2_odi":"11010654","quote_2_text":"TURBO FAILURE, WATER PUMP FAILURE, AND REAR MAIN SEAL FAILURE. ALL RIGHT AFTER HITTING 100K MILES. NEARLY 5K IN TOTAL REPAIR COSTS","quote_3_odi":"10579502","quote_3_text":"THE ENGINES REAR MAIN OIL SEAL STARTED LEAKING. BROUGHT IT TO VOLKSWAGEN DEALER WHERE THE CAR WAS BOUGHT AND STATED THAT THERE WAS THOUGHT TO BE AN OIL LEAK AND WHILE THE OIL CHANGE WAS DONE IF THEY COULD TAKE A LOOK IT WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"clock-spring-failure-disables-airbag-horn","label":"Clock spring failure disables airbag, horn, steering","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":19,"date_range":"2013-05 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11462669","quote_1_text":"Heard and felt a \"click/grind\" in steering wheel and airbag error light illuminated on dash.Front driver airbag error, airbag will not deploy in the event of a collision. Horn does not work. Steering wheel controls do not work. Airbag error warning","quote_2_odi":"11100324","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE CLOCKSPRING FAILED. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE AIR BAG ERROR WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED, WHICH WAS A SAFETY CONCERN. IN ADDITION, THE HORN FAILED TO OPERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO SUNRISE VOLKSWAGEN (931 SUNRISE HIGHWAY, LYNBROOK","quote_3_odi":"11076247","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 20 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE WAS STRUCK ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE BY ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES THAT REQUIRED MEDICAL ATTENTION","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"driver-seat-belt-fails-to-extend-retract","label":"Driver seat belt fails to extend or retract","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10995530","quote_1_text":"THE DRIVER SIDE SHOULDER SEAT BELT WOULD REMAIN AND/OR ENGAGE IN A LOCKED POSITION INCORRECTLY. THIS WOULD CREATE A VERY DANGEROUS AND STRESSFUL SITUATION FOR US. IT WOULD PREVENT US FROM BEING ABLE TO STRAP IN (WHICH IS ALSO A LAW IN OUR STATE). WE","quote_2_odi":"10979183","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STATIONARY, AND THE AMBIENT AIR IS APPROXIMATELY 65F, OR HIGHER THE DRIVERS SIDE SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE/EXTEND NOT ALLOWING THE DRIVER TO FASTEN THE SEAT BELT","quote_3_odi":"10597016","quote_3_text":"THE ORIGIN OF THE \"LAP\" PART OF THE SEAT BELT IS BEHIND THE SEAT, SO THE BELT RIDES UP ONTO MY BELLY WHEN I MOVE SEAT FORWARD TO REACH THE PEDALS. ALSO THE VERTICAL PORTION OF BELT SITS ON MY NECK RIGHT OVER THE CAROTID ARTERY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"engine-stalls-while-driving","label":"Engine stalls while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2012-12 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11682937","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. Additionally, while driving at 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The vehicle was able to restart. The check engine, EPC, and TPMS warning lights","quote_2_odi":"10926449","quote_2_text":"SHORTLY AFTER THE DEALER'S REPAIR, THE VEHICLE HAD A STRONG HESITATION AND STALLED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE FUEL PUMP AND PROVIDED FURTHER TESTING. THE FAILURE RECURRED RANDOMLY","quote_3_odi":"10493431","quote_3_text":"AFTER STOPPING AT A TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICE, DRIVER ACCELERATED INTO AN INTERSECTION, AT WHICH TIME THE VEHICLE'S ENGINE STALLED. THE VEHICLE HAD TO BE PLACED INTO PARK, AND WAS THEN ABLE TO BE RESTARTED. THE DEALERSHIP'S SERVICE CENTER PERFORMED A FUEL PUMP PRESSURE TEST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"power-steering-failure-wheel-lockup","label":"Power steering failure with wheel lockup","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":12,"date_range":"2013-06 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11268366","quote_1_text":"UPON STARTING THE CAR, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO SHAKE VIGOROUSLY. THE SHAKING STOPPED AFTER A FEW SECONDS AND THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED IN POSITION AND COULD NOT BE TURNED. AT THAT POINT THE STEERING POWER FAILURE LIGHT CAME ON ALONG WITH A LOUD WARNING SOUND","quote_2_odi":"11377174","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE POWER STEERING FAILED TO OPERATE AS NEEDED. THE ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING SYMBOL APPEARED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT HAD TAKEN THE VEHICLE TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC ON SEVERAL DIFFERENT OCCASIONS WHERE THE","quote_3_odi":"11697066","quote_3_text":"Steering wheel gets locked up while driving; power steering fails. The red steering light turns on. This is a problem that happens to several Tiguans. There were no prior symptoms prior to failure. This is extremely dangerous and difficult to deal with while driving, especially","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"timing-chain-tensioner-engine-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2014-06 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11605547","quote_1_text":"I was accelerating on the highway when my engine started making a rattling sound and the check engine light came on. I took my car into a specialty European auto shop and they determined my timing chain and tensioner needed replacing. The price is going to be over $5k and there","quote_2_odi":"11450588","quote_2_text":"At 77k miles the engine's timing chain jumped a tooth or two at startup. This seems to have destroyed the engine. Prior to that: no problems. My DTC scanner said the cam timing was off. VW wanted $25k to fix it after having it towed in. It sounded like rocks in a coffee can","quote_3_odi":"11104184","quote_3_text":"TIMING CHAIN TENSIONER FAILED (COMMON ISSUE WITH VW TSI ENGINE) AND CAUSED AN INTERFERENCE WHICH RESULTED IN A CATASTROPHIC FAILURE OF THE ENGINE DURING A REGULAR ENGINE START-UP. THIS ISSUE HAPPENED AT ABOUT 115,000 MILES AND RESULTED IN AN ENGINE REPLACEMENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"water-pump-failure-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump failure with coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-03","source_complaint_count":152,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11648866","quote_1_text":"The original primary engine water pump system for a 2012 VW Tiguan 2.0 was replaced under the VW extended warranty in 2020 by an authorized dealer as a the result of the class action suit---please see Water Pump Class Action and Limited Warranty Extension bulletin issued by","quote_2_odi":"11292323","quote_2_text":"THE WATER PUMP HAS BEEN CRACKED, LEAKING THE COOLANT. THE CAR ENGINE WAS OVERHEATED BUT DIDN'T LEAD TO ACCIDENTS IN MY CASE. VW GROUP IS PRODUCING THE WATER PUMP OUT OF PLASTIC, WHICH EVENTUALLY CRACKS FOR MANY OF VW AND AUDI CAR OWNERS","quote_3_odi":"11193943","quote_3_text":"WATER PUMP MALFUNCTIONS AND OIL LEAKS LEADING TO WATER PUMP MALFUNCTIONS THAT OVER HEAT THE ENGINE AND CAUSE SIGNIFICANT ENGINE DAMAGE. THREE WATER PUMPS IN THREE YEARS AND ULTIMATELY BLOWN ENGINE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-clockspring-airbag-horn","label":"Clockspring failure disabling airbag, horn, wheel controls","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":60,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11579508","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. Additionally, the horn was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined that the clockspring needed to be replaced","quote_2_odi":"11093737","quote_2_text":"THE CLOCK SPRING (DIAGNOSED BY PUGI VOLKSWAGEN IN DOWNERS GROVE, IL HAS MALFUNCTIONED IN THIS VEHICLE. SO ALL THE AIRBAGS AND ALL STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS DO NOT WORK IN THIS VEHICLE, SO IF I'M ABOUT TO GET INTO AN ACCIDENT, I CANNOT USE MY HORN, NOR WILL MY AIRBAG DEPLOY. THERE","quote_3_odi":"11058154","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE'S CLOCK SPRING WAS FOUND TO BE DYSFUNCTIONAL AND HAD TO BE REPLACED. MY STEERING WHEEL STARTED MAKING A CLICKING NOISE AND THEN AN AIRBAG ERROR CAME UP. I WAS AFRAID IT WOULD NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A WRECK, OR DEPLOY FOR NO REASON DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. DOING SOME","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Fuel pump failure causing stall or no-start","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10629589","quote_1_text":"I WONDER WHY I HAVE NOT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE RE: NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 14V441000. MY 2013 VW TIGUAN DIED WHILE TRAVERSING A SLIGHT INCLINE IN AN INTERSECTION. FORTUNATELY NO OTHER CARS WERE PRESENT. VEHICLE WAS LATER TOWED TO VW DEALERSHIP. WORK ORDER FAILED TO MENTION THAT","quote_2_odi":"11078929","quote_2_text":"FUEL SYSTEM PROBLEMS... REPLACED REAR FUEL PUMP 8/15/2017. CAR BLEW OUT FUEL LINE WITHIN TWO WEEKS.. SPILLED GAS ALL UNDER CAR.. CAUGHT FIRE AND BURNED TO THE GOUND. VW TECHNICAL PROS DID WORK... @ AUDI PENSACOLA (SONIC AUTO GROUP) . CAR HAD PREVIOUSLY HAD RECALL ON FUEL SYSTEM","quote_3_odi":"10573710","quote_3_text":"I PURCHASED A 2012 VW TIGUAN AND STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THIS VEHICLE AT ABOUT 15,000 MILES WHEN THE FUEL PUMP AND MODULATOR WENT BAD.. AFTER THAT I WENT THROUGH 2 OR 3 MORE FUEL PUMPS ON THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING COLUMN FAILED. UNSATISFIED WITH THE CARS PERFORMANCE I","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-power-steering-failure","label":"Power steering loss with warning light","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11736239","quote_1_text":"When driving down the highway, my power steering went out with zero warning or indicators leading up to it going out. Upon researching, this is a problem that many people have experienced with this make and model of vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11480873","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving approximately at 70 MPH, the power steering failed. The contact had to use arm strength to pull the vehicle safely off the road. The contact stated she noticed a red warning light illuminated on the left","quote_3_odi":"11315766","quote_3_text":"UPON STARTING THE VEHICLE, ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING IS UNRESPONSIVE/INOPERABLE WITH CORRESPONDING CHIME AND A RED STEERING WHEEL WARNING IS ILLUMINATED ON DASHBOARD. SECONDS TO MINUTES LATER THE POWER STEERING WILL BECOME RESPONSIVE AND RED STEERING WHEEL INDICATION IS CLEARED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-sunroof-drain-water-leak","label":"Sunroof drain leak flooding cabin floor","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2025-04","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11091238","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE FLOODED WITH STANDING WATER AFTER A HEAVY RAIN. ON MONDAY APRIL 30, 2018 THE VOLKSWAGEN DEALERSHIP REPORTED THAT THE 2 DRAIN LINES FROM THE SUNROOF HAD \"DISCONNECTED THEMSELVES\" AND ALLOWED RAIN WATER INTO THE VEHICLE CABIN. IN 2007 A CLASS ACTION LAWSUIT WAS FILED","quote_2_odi":"11218882","quote_2_text":"MY CAR LEAKS FROM THE INSIDE WHEN IT IS RAINING. AFTER A DAY (OR ANY PERIOD OF TIME) OF RAIN, WATER COMES IN FROM UNDERNEATH MY BACK SEATS AND FLOODS THE INTERIOR FLOOR. IT ALSO LEAKS FROM THE ROOFTOP. THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE VEHICLES IS STATIONARY OR IN MOTION","quote_3_odi":"10971492","quote_3_text":"ON APRIL 3, 2017 I NOTICED A SMELL IN MY CAR, AND SUBSEQUENTLY FOUND THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE FLOORING WAS VERY WET. I MADE AN APPOINTMENT AT RAY BRANDT VOLKSWAGEN NEW ORLEANS FOR THE FOLLOWING DAY, ALTHOUGH MY CAR WAS OUTSIDE OF ITS WARRANTY PERIOD. ON APRIL 5, 2017 I ARRIVED AT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2013-turbo-engine-power-loss","label":"Turbocharger failure with power loss or stall","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":29,"date_range":"2013-10 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":139,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11480985","quote_1_text":"The turbo cracked with low mileage and regular maintenance destroying many engine components and causing the car to stop while driving. This is the 3rd instance my shop had seen with a Tiguan’s turbocharger cracking and destroying the engine for no clear reason","quote_2_odi":"11431249","quote_2_text":"Loss of power created by stuck waste gate actuator arm attached to the turbo. Lack of boost limited the vehicle's power while on the interstate which caused panic, but I was able to pull over and there was not an accident. Check engine light illuminated and the dealer informed","quote_3_odi":"11389392","quote_3_text":"NO POWER WHILE DRIVING ON CITY STREET HAD TO HAVE THE TURBOCHARGER PUT IN CAR ONLY HAS 65600 MILES","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-clock-spring-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbags and horn","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, AIR BAGS","complaint_count":45,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11593682","quote_1_text":"Clock Spring in steering wheel is broken. Driver Airbag is non-functional, as are the controls on the steering wheel. No Driver air bag is a huge safety issue!","quote_2_odi":"11491888","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that the air bag warning light illuminated, and the horn and the buttons on her steering failed to operate as needed","quote_3_odi":"10911171","quote_3_text":"TAKATA RECALL - DRIVER'S SIDE AIR BAG STOPPED WORKING THE HORN STOPPED WORKING WHILE I WAS DRIVING. I FOUND OUT THAT THE HORN WASN'T WORKING AS I WAS ALMOST KILLED BY SOMEONE MOVING IN TO MY LANE AND DIRECTLY TOWARD MY CAR. LUCKILY, THEY SAW ME AT THE LAST MINUTE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-engine-stall","label":"Engine stalling or shutting off while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2026-09","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11761342","quote_1_text":"My vehicle stalls and completely stops at red lights, stop signs, and low speeds. Currently my vehicle is stalling and stopping at accelerated speeds at 20 mph","quote_2_odi":"10584039","quote_2_text":"ON APRIL 15, 2014, I WAS AT A GAS STATION WAITING TO PULL INTO AN AVAILABLE PUMP WITH THE CAR IN DRIVE. THE CAR'S ENGINE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF COMPLETELY AND THE BATTERY LIGHT SIGNALED. I WAS ABLE TO PUT THE CAR IN PARK, TURN THE KEY TO THE OFF POSITION, AND RESTART THE ENGINE","quote_3_odi":"10583978","quote_3_text":"WHEN I GOT INTO MY 2014 TIGUAN THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON. SINCE THE CAR IS ONLY 5 MONTHS OLD I DIDN'T GIVE IT MUCH THOUGHT AND FIGURED IT WAS SOMETHING SIMPLE. ABOUT 10 MINUTES INTO MY DRIVE WHILE I WAS SLOWING FOR A RED LIGHT THE CAR COMPLETELY TURNED OFF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-power-steering-loss","label":"Electric power steering loss or lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11742689","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while reversing, the steering wheel became locked and failed to steer in the left or right direction. No warning light illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11531175","quote_2_text":"driving down the highway at speed, power steering fails and cannot control the vehicle. shut the car down and cannot get the issue to go away. got the car home without power steering","quote_3_odi":"10681858","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING HOME ON INTERSTATE, CAR SUDDENLY DISPLAYS STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTION INDICATOR AND WHEEL LOCKS. I WAS BARELY ABLE TO PULL OFF INTERSTATE AND SHUT OFF CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-sunroof-glass-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2018-12","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11164211","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE MOON ROOF SUDDENLY EXPLODED AND GLASS FELL INTO THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO INJURIES","quote_2_odi":"11163756","quote_2_text":"ON DECEMBER 7TH, 2018 I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 65 MPH WHEN I HEARD AN EXPLOSION LOAD ENOUGH TO MAKE MY EARS RING. I LOOKED UP AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SUNROOF HAD EXPLODED AND FINE PARTICLES OF GLASS WERE RAINING DOWN ON ME THROUGH THE SUNROOF SUNSHADE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-sunroof-water-leak","label":"Sunroof water leak causing interior water damage","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11515048","quote_1_text":"There is mold growing in my vehicle due to there being a sealant issue with my panoramic moon/sun roof, causing a water leak into the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11590439","quote_2_text":"I own a 2014 VW Tiguan SEL 2.0T 4MOTION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-suspension-spring-failure","label":"Coil spring and sway bar component failure","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11456660","quote_1_text":"We were driving on a highway and all of a sudden felt/heard a loud bang causing the car to swerve. We slowed down and there was a continuous loud rattling sound","quote_2_odi":"11452700","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that upon servicing his vehicle at an independent mechanic, he was informed that both rear springs had developed severe corrosion that needed replacement","quote_3_odi":"11394612","quote_3_text":"THE SWAY BAR LINKS ON THIS VEHICLE WEAR OUT PREMATURELY. I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE THEM SEVERAL TIMES OVER THE LIFE OF THE CAR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-timing-chain-failure","label":"Timing chain tensioner failure causing engine shudder","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2023-12","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11558782","quote_1_text":"The check Engine light on my car comes up anytime I drive the car. The car has 72350 miles driven. The dealership said it is a known timing belt issue with VW Tiguans","quote_2_odi":"11497105","quote_2_text":"Timing chain “extended” during driving resulting in the car to start to shudder and shake violently during movement. Had to force the vehicle off the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11152665","quote_3_text":"MY VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN'S CHECK ENGINE LIGHT TURNED ON AND THE DEALERSHIP SAID THAT THE TENSION ON THE TIMING CHAIN IS OUTSIDE SAFE PARAMETERS AND CAN CAUSE THE ENGINE TO FAIL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2014-turbocharger-failure","label":"Turbocharger failure with power loss","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":84,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11755013","quote_1_text":"The technician stated the issue was likely a airflow flap within the turbocharger causing the issue and the entire turbocharger would have to be replaced to remedy the issue","quote_2_odi":"11456344","quote_2_text":"Took to dealer 11/16/2021 For Service Engine Light. Found Faulty Turbo. The exhaust Manifold and Turbo come as one part. A valve inside seizes open or closed and cause a code to set","quote_3_odi":"11217407","quote_3_text":"SOMETHING WAS WRONG WITH THE TURBO I WAS DRIVING AND CAR JUST SHUT OFF I TOOK IT IN THEY SAID IT WAS THE TURBO NOT EVEN 2 YEARS GO BY AND I STARTED TO DRIVE AND CAR WAS JERKY AND IDLING FUNNY TOOK IT TO ADVANCED AUTO FOR A DIAGNOSTIC AND THEY SAID IT WAS THE TURBO","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-backup-camera-dark","label":"Backup camera screen dark or inoperative","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10720959","quote_1_text":"BACKUP CAMERA SCREEN TOO DARK. CANNOT SEE WHAT IS BEHIND YOU. ALL SOFTWARE ADJUSTMENTS TRIED TO IMPROVE VIDEO I.E. INCREASE BRIGHTNESS DOES NOT HELP. CHECKED ANOTHER 2015 TIGUAN AT DEALER AND IT HAD SAME PROBLEM.…","quote_2_odi":"11032777","quote_2_text":"WHEN PLACING THE CAR IN REVERSE, THE VIEWING SCREEN SUDDENLY TURNS DARK AND UNVIEWABLE, THEREFORE CREATING A DRIVING HAZARD FOR TODAYS DRIVING REQUIREMENTS. THE COMPANY SAYS THEY CAN'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT THE CONDITION?? THIS HAS OCCURRED IN ALL THE 2 YEARS I HAVE HAD THE CAR.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-clock-spring-failure","label":"Airbag warning light and clock spring failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2017-11 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11447753","quote_1_text":"This morning I realized that my spring clock isn’t working. My air bag light is on saying error air bag. I have no controls on my steering wheel.","quote_2_odi":"11290352","quote_2_text":"WHILE SLOWLY TURNING LEFT TO PARK AT A GAS STATION I HEARD A \"SNAP\" AND FOUND THAT MY AIRBAG LIGHT CAME ON AND NONE OF THE CONTROLS ON MY STEERING WHEEL WERE WORKING. AFTERWARDS I NOTICED A CONSISTENT CLICKING NOISE WHENEVER I WOULD TURN THE WHEEL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-cold-start-misfire","label":"Engine misfire and rough running on cold start","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-03 → 2020-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11326195","quote_1_text":"MISFIRE ON COLD STARTS. *TR","quote_2_odi":"11185882","quote_2_text":"THESE ENGINES ARE SUSCEPTIBLE TO CARBON BUILD-UP, WHICH MAKE THEM RUN EXTREMELY ROUGH, JERK, MISFIRE, AND OVERALL CANNOT GET UP TO SPEED WHEN COLD. THIS IS DANGEROUS, A WASTE SINCE MPG FALLS DRASTICALLY, AND COULD RESULT AN ACCIDENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-low-speed-brake-grinding","label":"Brake grinding and reduced braking at low speed","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2018-02","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"10883887","quote_1_text":"WE CURRENTLY HAVE AN ISSUE WITH OUR BRAKING SYSTEM IN OUR 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. AT LOW SPEEDS THE CAR DOES NOT BRAKE PROPERLY. THE CAR WILL LOOSE ITS ABILITY TO BRAKE AND WILL MAKE A LOUD GRINDING SOUND.…","quote_2_odi":"11075143","quote_2_text":"THE BRAKES SIMPLY JUMP WHEN IT'S GOING SLOWLY OVER ROUGHER SURFACE. THE BRAKE PEDALS ALSO SHAKE AND BOTTOM OUT UP AND DOWN. WHEN THIS HAPPENS I GENTLY HAVE TO TAKE MY FOOT OFF THEN REAPPLY PRESSURE ON THE PEDAL.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-power-steering-loss","label":"Power steering assist loss","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11659481","quote_1_text":"We are experiencing a recurring safety issue with our 2015 Volkswagen Tiguan. Upon startup, the power steering warning light consistently illuminates and remains on for 5 to 30 minutes. During this time, the vehicle has no functional power steering, making it extremely difficult…","quote_2_odi":"11395058","quote_2_text":"POWER STEERING FAILURE. LESS THAN 80K MILES. WENT TO THE GAS STATION. CAME OUT AND THE POWER STEERING WENT ON VEHICLE. POWER STEERING LIGHT CAME ON. VERY HARD TO STEER. WAS RUNNING FINE BEFOREHAND. THIS IS A SAFETY RISK","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2015-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2015-11 → 2018-11","source_complaint_count":62,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-14","quote_1_odi":"11145249","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ABOUT 50 MPH, THE PANORAMIC SUNROOF IMPLODED, SHOWERING THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE WITH SHARDS AND CHUNKS OF GLASS OF ALL SIZES. WE WERE IN THE STATE OF OHIO, NEAR THE CITY OF ATHENS ON STATE HIGHWAY 124. WE DID NOT GO UNDER AN OVERPASS OR BRIDGE.","quote_2_odi":"10914350","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE WE WERE DRIVING DOWN THE FREEWAY. WE WERE SHOWERED WITH GLASS FRAGMENTS INCLUDING TINY SHARDS. SOME PIN PRICK SIZE INJURIES ON HANDS AND ARMS. WE WERE CRUISING AT 70MPH ON I-90 AT THE TIME OF THE EVENT.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-clockspring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":37,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11510370","quote_1_text":"Steering Wheel Clock Spring has gone out on my VW Tiguan, driver air bag is on which means the airbag wont come if we get in a accident. Pressure light is on as well. This will be the 3rd Steering Wheel Clock Spring installed","quote_2_odi":"11460345","quote_2_text":"Volkswagen dealer diagnosed my car with a failed clockspring in October of 2021, which results in a failed driver's airbag, no horn, and failed steering wheel control buttons. Volkswagen currently has this part on backorder with no ETA and there are 3000 customers without this","quote_3_odi":"11065262","quote_3_text":"WHEN PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY, I HEARD A TEARING SOUND COMING FROM MY STEERING WHEEL. FOLLOWING THE NOISE, MY AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT CAME ON. THE AIRBAG IS DEACTIVATED PER THE OWNERS MANUAL AND WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY IN AN ACCIDENT. I REALIZED LATER ON IN MY DRIVE THAT THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and oil pan leak","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11749882","quote_1_text":"* Purchase Date: January 23, 2016 * Current Mileage: Approximately 71,500 miles For the past several months, my vehicle has experienced continuous engine oil loss. The oil level drops approximately one gallon every two months, and the engine oil warning light has illuminated on","quote_2_odi":"11504781","quote_2_text":"Oil consumption issue. “Normal” oil consumption is 1 quart per 1200 miles according to VW. My Tiguan with 70k miles is burning 3 quarts every 2,000 miles. No obvious oil leak or burning of oil. I’m told I need a new engine and this is a known issue for VW. Car no longer under","quote_3_odi":"11566020","quote_3_text":"I bought a 2016 VW Tiguan in 2019 from the Audi Rockville dealership. Recently I had an oil leak issue that requires a substantial repair. I first took it to a certified VW mechanic, Ourisman VW of Rockville, and they diagnosed the issue to be a 4,109.19 dollar repair. Following","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-intake-manifold-carbon","label":"Intake manifold failure from carbon buildup","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11397026","quote_1_text":"MY VEHICLE EXPERIENCED AN INTAKE MANIFOLD FAILURE AND REQUIRED REPLACEMENT. THIS IS A WIDELY KNOWN AND DOCUMENTED ISSUE WITH OLDER VERSION VW INTAKE MANIFOLDS. THERE IS ALSO AN EXTENDED WARRANTY APPLIED TO VW INTAKE MANIFOLDS WHICH I HAVE ADDED AS A DOCUMENT BELOW. VW CLAIMS","quote_2_odi":"11180601","quote_2_text":"CODE P2015 PROBLEM IN INTAKE MANIFOLD. REQUIRES REPLACEMENT OF THE INTAKE MANIFOLD. VOLKSWAGEN HAS EXTENDED THE WARRANTY FOR PREVIOUS YEAR MODELS WITH THIS EXACT PROBLEM AND ARE REFUSING TO EXTEND THE WARRANTY FOR THE 2016 TIGUAN","quote_3_odi":"11674768","quote_3_text":"Subject: Known Carbon Buildup Issue in 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan TSI – Request for Recall and Accountability To Whom It May Concern, I am writing to formally express my concern and request action regarding a well-documented and dangerous issue affecting Volkswagen TSI","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-keyless-ignition-rollaway","label":"Vehicle rollaway after keyless ignition shutdown","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2019-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11267054","quote_1_text":"I PARKED MY VEHICLE IN THE YMCA PARKING . I TURNED OFF THE PUSH BUTTON KEYLESS ENTRY.I EXITED THE VEHICLE AND LOCKED THE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM AND ENTERED THE YMCA. I COMPLETED MY BUSINESS AND EXITED THE Y APPROXIMATELY 3 MINUTES LATER. MY VEHICLE HAD ROLLED LEFT STRIKING THE","quote_2_odi":"11222025","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS SHUT DOWN BY KEYLESS IGNITION AND THE FOB WAS REMOVED WHEN I ENTERED A BUILDING. AFTER 15 MINUTES IT ROLLED AWAY AND HIT A SCULPTURE AND ROLLED OVER. I AS THE DRIVER FAILED TO PLACE THE TRANSMISSION IN PARK OR SOMEONE TAMPERED WITH THE CAR AS SOMEONE WAS SPOTTED IN","quote_3_odi":"11254567","quote_3_text":"CAR DOES NOT GIVE WARNING IF THE CAR IS NOT IN PARK SO IT ROLLED DOWN MY DRIVE INTIO THE STREET. HIT NEIGHBORS FENCE. THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY PARKED IN MY DRIVE THE ENGINE WAS OFFF. I REMOVE ITEMS THE CAR AND IT WAS NOT MOVING WENT INSIDE TO GET MY DOG CAME OUT AND MY CAR WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-panoramic-sunroof-leak","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak into cabin","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11618322","quote_1_text":"The 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has a problem with the sunroof leaking and floors being filled with puddles of water in entire car. This have caused the water to cause electrical problems with the vehicle as well as meadow and mold","quote_2_odi":"11561070","quote_2_text":"Leaking panoramic sunroof only when it rains. I have taken it for the 5th time and you can’t drive it in the morning or when any condensation comes inside because u can’t see out of the windows at all. It smells awful and it’s a lot of water! It has ruined the touchscreen . I","quote_3_odi":"11424295","quote_3_text":"Unknown Water leaking from sunroof affecting the electrical components and now sunroof won’t open or close at all","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-power-steering-assist-loss","label":"Electric power steering assist failure while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11695657","quote_1_text":"I’ll be driving for 2-10 minutes and power steering cuts out. Wheel will jerk a little and alarm will sound with the alert light remaining red through remainder of drive. Sometimes it will not work at all while driving, but I’ve found the it usually works for the first few","quote_2_odi":"11171173","quote_2_text":"WHILE IN THE MIDDLE A A 5 WAY BOSTON INTERSECTION MY POWER STEERING FAILED WITHOUT WARNING AND I WAS UNABLE TO DIRECT MY CAR IN BUSY TRAFFIC. I WAS ABLE TO REMAIN CALM AND TURN ON HAZARD LIGHTS TO GET MYSELF OUT OF HARMS WAY, BUT WAS EXTREMELY LUCKY. THE STEERING LIGHT CAME ON","quote_3_odi":"11205905","quote_3_text":"MY VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION PULLING OUT OF MY DRIVEWAY AND TURNING ONTO THE STREET WHEN THE STEERING FAILED COMPLETELY AND I WAS UNABLE TO DIRECT MY CAR. TO AVOID BLOCKING TRAFFIC I HAD TO PULL INTO MY NEIGHBORS FRONT YARD. THE CAR WAS IN MOTION AND AROUND OTHER CARS WHEN I LOST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2017-02 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11513041","quote_1_text":"The sunroof/moonroof glass shattered while my daughter was driving on the highway, causing glass to fall down on her while driving. She stated that it sounded like a gunshot, then glass was breaking while driving. She was upset and crying, which could easily have caused an","quote_2_odi":"11484936","quote_2_text":"Front portion of panoramic sunroof shattered-sounded like an explosion. Had the fabric sunscreen not been in place, vehicle occupants would have been severely cut by glass shards. The vehicle has not been inspected by dealer, repair facility, law enforcement or insurance. This","quote_3_odi":"10957453","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY DURING RUSH HOUR THE SUNROOF SPONTANESOUSLY SHATTERED. THE SUNROOF WAS CLOSED AND THE CLOTH SHIELD WAS TUCKED AWAY. IT SOUNDED LIKE A GUNSHOT AND DEAFENED MY EARS FOR ABOUT 5 MINUTES. I THOUGHT SOMEONE FIRED A GUN OR A NEARBY CAR GOT INTO AN ACCIDENT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"volkswagen-tiguan-2016-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump coolant leak","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":96,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11478192","quote_1_text":"I have taken my 2016 VW Tiguan to a VW service center, and they have notified me of a faulty water pump in my car that is leaking coolant. This is endangering the engine of the car and its safety. There has been a class action lawsuit regarding this exact issue with VW in the","quote_2_odi":"11458965","quote_2_text":"My 2016 Volkswagen Tiguan has only 49,000 and the water pumps went bad already never heard of this I brought many cars and never had any problems with water pumps especially so soon. I couldn’t drive for days because water pumps are so expensive and my is more than 30 mile away","quote_3_odi":"11494260","quote_3_text":"I had a coolant leak and needed to replace the water pump. My control arms were corroded out at 67k miles and needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-airbag-non-deployment-crash","label":"Airbag non-deployment in frontal crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11680342","quote_1_text":"During a collision in which my vehicle was struck by another driver, the airbag warning light activated, my seatbelt locked in place, and white smoke with a strong electrical smell filled the cabin. No airbags deployed (frontal or side)","quote_2_odi":"11306689","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH, THE CONTACT HIT A POT HOLE, LOST CONTROL OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND CRASHED INTO A TREE. ALL AIRBAGS DEPLOYED ACCEPT THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE","quote_3_odi":"11652619","quote_3_text":"My [XXX] daughter was a front seat passenger in her friend‘s car the 2017 Tiguan when the driver swerved to avoid another car and struck a pole. The damage was primarily on the front passenger side of the car. My daughter hit the windshield","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-clock-spring-airbag-failure","label":"Clock spring failure disabling airbag and horn","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11745250","quote_1_text":"No crash or incident occurred. While starting the vehicle normally, the airbag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed fault code P0588 — driver side airbag igniter at resistance limit","quote_2_odi":"11474405","quote_2_text":"I have had my clock spring replaced in my 2017 VW Tiguan 3 times and it continues to break. I have had a clock spring on \"order\" since December 2021 and the VW dealership cannot fix my car","quote_3_odi":"11462631","quote_3_text":"The contact's daughter owns a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while his daughter was driving at various speeds and turning the steering wheel, the steering wheel emitted abnormal sounds","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-engine-stall-timing-chain","label":"Engine stall and timing chain failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11096358","quote_1_text":"MY 2017 VOLKSWAGEN TIGUAN HAS 19,000 MILES ON IT. I JUST BOUGHT IT FROM A HONDA DEALERSHIP (SINGLE OWNER, LEASED) BODY IS IN LIKE NEW SHAPE. THE CAR HAS STALLED ON WHILE DRIVING 6 TIMES TOTAL, ON 3 DIFFERENT OCCASIONS, WHILE DRIVING","quote_2_odi":"11482976","quote_2_text":"I was driving vehicle and it began to stall. I was a block away from home and made it home turned it off. When I tried to turn it on it would not start. I had it towed where I was told that the engine was BLOWN at no fault of my own. At 119000","quote_3_odi":"11473741","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2017 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The contact was unable restart the vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-power-steering-rack-failure","label":"Power steering loss from steering rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11693994","quote_1_text":"Steering rack and pinion, yes. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? There is no power steering and unable to make a quick turn to maneuver the car around a potential hazard in the road","quote_2_odi":"11647835","quote_2_text":"Power Steering assist is completely disabled. No power steering. Intermittent problem increasing in frequency. Diagnosed as defective rack'n'pinion steering gear and related electrical components","quote_3_odi":"11545507","quote_3_text":"Steering column locks upon start up. The light is red on the dashboard. You can not power steer the car thus making the car unusable. The code that comes up is to replace the steering rack","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2017-water-pump-coolant-leak","label":"Water pump and coolant system failure","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":73,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-27","quote_1_odi":"11728157","quote_1_text":"On December 3, 2025, Volkswagen of XXX performed an intake manifold recall repair on our 2017 Tiguan (VIN: [XXX] ) while the vehicle was under factory warranty. Approximately six weeks later the low coolant warning light appeared and the vehicle began actively leaking coolant","quote_2_odi":"11487998","quote_2_text":"Faulty water pump caused expansive replacement cost aprx $1400.00. Learned from certified mechanic that it was a common problem and a lawsuit is in process against VW USA","quote_3_odi":"11484947","quote_3_text":"June 2022- the Thermostat housing and water pump gave out for no reason. The Control Arms Brushes had to also be replaced which should have lasted for at least 80,000 miles. At the time my automobile had only 48,000 miles as a 2017 Tiguan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-airbag-control-module-fault","label":"Airbag warning light and airbag control module failure","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11726578","quote_1_text":"My 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan experienced a failure of the airbag control module caused by water intrusion through the HVAC access area and failed seam seal tape at the cowl support. The dealership confirmed that water leaked through a factory seam, accumulated at the airbag module","quote_2_odi":"11668706","quote_2_text":"Airbag fault light is illuminated. drivers side, Fault Code: B101715 - crash sensor for side airbag, drivers side open circuit to B+ Intermittent occurred on 5/19/2025 at 56000 mile. Data from vehicle Software Number; 5Q0959655AG Software Version: 0336 Hardware Number","quote_3_odi":"11257279","quote_3_text":"I AM HAVING SEVERAL PROBLEMS WITH MY TIGUAN. THE PASSENGER SEAT DETECTION SENSOR IS VERY SENSITIVE. I CAN PLACE MY PHONE OR SOMETHING VERY LIGHT ON THE SEAT AND MY CAR AUTOMATICALLY STARTS TO CHIME AND THE PASSENGER AIRBAG IS TURNED ON. THIS COULD BE A SAFETY HAZARD IN THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-fuel-injector-harness-limp-mode","label":"Fuel injector wiring harness fault causing limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11733032","quote_1_text":"First purchased this car from a dealership in 2023, used at128,051 miles. Did not have any problems with it in the first year I would say. Then suddenly while driving down the road the epc light would come on limiting my speed to 4,000 rpm. It would come on and off also causing","quote_2_odi":"11732357","quote_2_text":"2018 VW Tiguan. The fuel injector harness failed. There is a NHTSA letter stating 2018-2019 Tiguans had this issue and there’s an extended warranty up to 120,000 miles. My Tiguan is at 91,000 miles, but VW is saying the warranty isn’t assigned to my VIN. So there’s a warranty","quote_3_odi":"11696690","quote_3_text":"While driving 70mph on the interstate in the middle lane with an 18-Wheeler next to me in the right lane, my can all of the sudden a warning for an over the 4000 max rpm and an EPC light, which caused my car to start loosing speeding no matter how much or hard I pressed the gas","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-panoramic-sunroof-leak-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof water leak and glass shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-10 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11552231","quote_1_text":"The panoramic sunroof continually leaks into the rear c-pillar. Each time it rains the seat belts become saturated with rain water. I am of the opinion this will cause more rapid deterioration of the seat belts than usual. Additionally, water ponds in the rear floor boards and","quote_2_odi":"11649156","quote_2_text":"Panoramic Sunroof randomly exploded while my car was parked at my workplace. I parked the vehicle after 8am. My sunroof spontaneously exploded at roughly 2:30pm. A coworker had arrived seconds before the explosion, he parked his vehicle behind & across the lot. While standing by","quote_3_odi":"11545358","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65-70 MPH, a loud explosion was heard coming from the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the roadway. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the sunroof glass had","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-steering-system-failure","label":"Power steering loss and steering column or rack failure","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-09 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11418588","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2018 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while reversing out of the driveway, the rack and pinion fractured while steering the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. Due to the failure, the contact had the vehicle towed to the local dealer. The","quote_2_odi":"11253951","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND SUDDENLY MY CAR STARTED VEERING STRONGLY TO THE LEFT, HEADING ME DIRECTLY TOWARDS THE CONCRETE MEDIAN. I STRUGGLED WITH THE STEERING WHEEL TO CORRECT BACK TO MY LANE BUT ENDED UP MOVING 2 LANES OVER AND ALMOST INTO THE MEDIAN. I WAS ABLE TO","quote_3_odi":"11541991","quote_3_text":"Hi DMV, (NHTSA.gov), The steering light issue, Dealer currently do not have an ETA, the car is at the dealership still waiting for parts. Is unsafe to drive with this issues because the Steering got stuck. Thank you for the opportunity to share this problem. Sincerely [XXX]","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-suspension-coil-spring-noise","label":"Suspension coil spring fracture and clunking noise","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2018-11 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728835","quote_1_text":"Front coil spring fractured at 84,554 miles. I am the original owner with full dealer-maintained service history. VW issued Safety Recall 42J5 for premature rear coil spring fracture on 2018–2019 Tiguans due to material specification and manufacturing process defects at the","quote_2_odi":"11447923","quote_2_text":"The car has had 10 safety recalls with one being the suspension. The suspension problem hasn’t been fixed as the car makes a loud clunking noise when driving it. My car has been to Volkswagen twice and they stated that the car was fine and they have no solution for the sound","quote_3_odi":"11152345","quote_3_text":"RATTLING NOISE OVER ANY UNEVEN SURFACE WORSE AT LOW SPEEDS. VOLKSWAGEN TEC TOLD ME THAT WAS JUST THE WAY IT'S BUILT. I SMELL SOMETHING FISHY BREWING WITH THE SUSPENSION AND VOLKSWAGEN CLAIM THAT IT'S A NORMAL NOISE IS BEYOND ME I'M DEBATING ON GOING FOR A LEMON LAW REFUND IF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2018,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2018-unintended-auto-brake-activation","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":276,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11256087","quote_1_text":"ON MULTIPLE OCCASIONS WHILE THE CAR IS MOVING AT A VERY SLOW RATE OF SPEED LESS THAN 5MPH THE EMERGENCY BRAKING WILL ENGAGE FOR NO REASON AT ALL. THIS HAS HAPPENED WHILE STARTING TO PROCEED FORWARD AFTER SITTING AT A RED LIGHT AS WELL AS SLOWLY TURNING INTO A PARKING LOT WITH NO","quote_2_odi":"11210108","quote_2_text":"DRIVING ON A SATURDAY MORNING TO MY HOME. NO CARS IN FRONT OF ME, BEHIND ME OR IN THE OPPOSITE LANE (2 LANE ROAD). WITHIN 1/4 MILE FROM HOME, THE AUTOMATIC FRONT BRAKE ASSIST WAS ENGAGED. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN ON THIS EXACT ROAD 100'S OF TIMES AND THIS HAS NEVER HAPPENED. THE","quote_3_odi":"11192506","quote_3_text":"FRONTAL BRAKE ASSIST IS ENGAGING WITHOUT NECESSITY. ONE INCIDENT OCCURRED SLOWING DRIVING THROUGH AN EMPTY PARKING GARAGE WHILE SLOWLY FOLLOWING ANOTHER CAR ABOUT A CAR LENGTH AHEAD. MY DASH WARNING LIGHTS TURNED ON AND THE VEHICLE STOPPED. SECOND INCIDENT OCCURRED AS I WAS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2018/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-delayed-acceleration-from-stop","label":"Delayed acceleration from a stop","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2019-02 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11674577","quote_1_text":"When trying to accelerate from a full stop the car is not accelerating when pressing the gas pedal. It happened at a stop light, I pressed the gas, the car went nowhere, pressed the gas harder until gas pedal was floored and then the car accelerates forward very quickly.","quote_2_odi":"11668611","quote_2_text":"When the car is at a complete stop such as at a light or pulling onto a street, when you press the gas there will be a delay before it lurches forward. This becomes a very real safety risk trying to pull onto busy roads or even at lights.","quote_3_odi":"11228837","quote_3_text":"I BOUGHT THE TIGUAN BRAND NEW FROM THE DEALERSHIP WITH HIGH HOPES FOR OUR FAMILY SUV. ALMOST IMMEDIATELY I NOTICED THAT THE VEHICLE HESITATED TO ACCELERATE FROM A STOPPED POSITION A FEW TIMES, BUT COULDN'T BELIEVE I WAS HAVING A PROBLEM SO SOON AFTER BUYING THE CAR.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-panoramic-sunroof-shatter","label":"Panoramic sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2019-08 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11683151","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 68 MPH, there was a booming sound coming from the vehicle. The contact stopped to inspect the vehicle and discovered that the rear glass sunroof panel had shattered from the inside and…","quote_2_odi":"11330012","quote_2_text":"THE SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING AT ABOUT 45 MPH ON TOP OF AN OVERPASS. FILE A CASE WITH VW AND THEY REFUSE TO FIX THE ISSUE. CASE NUMBER WAS [XXX]. WE WERE TRAVEL ON RT 13 IN VIRGINIA THROUGH A SMALL TOWN.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-phantom-automatic-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":31,"date_range":"2019-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11487626","quote_1_text":"On 3 different occasions, the emergency braking system has automatically activated with no pending accident or obstruction present. The car has been to the dealer for inspection and there is an open work order on it with no solution given.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-rear-coil-spring-fracture","label":"Rear axle coil spring fracture","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11745696","quote_1_text":"I am submitting this complaint regarding a safety defect on my 2019 Volkswagen Tiguan (VIN: [XXX]) consistent with NHTSA Safety Recall No. 19V188 (VW Recall Code 42J5) - premature fracture of rear axle coil springs. The vehicle exhibits uneven rear ride height indicative of coil…","quote_2_odi":"11739595","quote_2_text":"There has been a safety recall for CERTAIN 2019 VW Tiguan's due to improper materials or incorrect process parameters during manufacture of the rear coil springs, which are weaker than intended (Volkswagen's recall number is 42J5). While parked in my driveway on May 17, 2026, my…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-starter-system-shutdown","label":"Electrical shutdown with starter system warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":26,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743681","quote_1_text":"While driving my car, I get a loud beep and all of a sudden it says system switch failure pull over safely. It seems to do this on hot days. We thought it was maybe the battery and replaced that at $280. It was fine for about a week and then started doing it again. Everything on…","quote_2_odi":"11723406","quote_2_text":"Relates to the Volkswagen Recall: 28H7-Ignition Switch that for some reason is only applied to Jetta's but needs to be expanded to include 2019 Tiguans . In vehicles equipped with a conventional ignition switch, the polyfuse can fail, particularly when the vehicle is operated in…","quote_3_odi":"11493350","quote_3_text":"While driving at night the cars IP displayed a warning \"ignition system shutdown please check your start system\", the Instrument panel and information display then went dark with no symbiology speed, revs or turn signals. The head lights and tail lights shut off and cabin fan…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-sunroof-drain-leak-mold","label":"Sunroof drain water intrusion","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11538060","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2019 Tiguan as a low milage Certified Pre-Owned vehicle. In less than a year, it's been in the dealership for weeks due to an unidentified water leak. Apparently, VW's panoramic sunroof is prone to leaking. The first time I brought it in, they could not find a leak…","quote_2_odi":"11720559","quote_2_text":"Experienced water leaks due to improperly routed sun roof drains. Experienced air bag electrical malfunctions, locking doors and unlocking doors, and air bag sensor/wiring harness inside passenger door.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2019,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2019-transmission-emergency-mode","label":"Transmission emergency mode, exit in park only","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":182,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-07","quote_1_odi":"11743875","quote_1_text":"XXX, the emergency mode kept coming on, on the dash of my daughters 2019 Tiguan. I Took the tiguan to VW and they recommended replacement of gear selector unit. This is the car my daughter drives. She recently graduated and is now going to the military, leaving for bootcamp on…","quote_2_odi":"11652651","quote_2_text":"Transmission in emergency mode. Exit the vehicle only when in P park","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2019/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-automatic-emergency-braking","label":"Forward collision avoidance braking without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11700200","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing the Driver Door Control Switch / EBS error. When this occurs my emergency break activates when I am driving, throwing me into a complete stop unexpectedly, pulls several check engine lights and a series of loud distracting alert sounds. This is extremely…","quote_2_odi":"11463284","quote_2_text":"Automatic emergency brakes engage when pulling into/out of slightly sloped ground. My vehicle has come to a halt while in the middle of a highway multiple times after pulling out of a parking lot where it is slightly sloped. The most recent time was 5/3/22, but it has happened…","quote_3_odi":"11459221","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system and Forward Collision Avoidance Automatic Emergency braking engaged. The brake warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-brake-booster-fault","label":"Brake booster fault warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11710024","quote_1_text":"While Driving Breaks got hard to push and car system made “beep” alert with words “Break booster fault” displayed on instrument panel. Pulled over and error went away. Checked brake booster and lines. Can not get it to duplicate. Read on Volkswagen forums online that this is…","quote_2_odi":"11526194","quote_2_text":"While just start the car and drive it for 2 or 3 minutes a loud alarm sound and my dash lit up in red saying \"BRAKE BOOSTER FAULTY\" the car brakes feel week and two minutes later it disappear and the brake returns to normal. my mechanic said that it is something that only the…","quote_3_odi":"11415833","quote_3_text":"THE VEHICLE WAS BACKED OUT OF A PARKING SPACE IN A LOT. A POP WAS HEARD AND THE BRAKE THE BRAKE PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR AND EVENTUALLY STOPPED. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SHOWED FAULTY BRAKE BOOSTER. I HAD VW TOW THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP AND THEY ORDERED A NEW BRAKE BOOSTER AND…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-electrical-shutdown-check-starter","label":"Electrical power loss with Check Starter System warning","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11715381","quote_1_text":"Car beeped and displayed warning stating that Ignition will turn off and Check Starter System on four separate occasions, resulting in loss of all electrical power including but not limited to headlights, brake lights, console display, speedometer, dashboard lights, turn…","quote_2_odi":"11594549","quote_2_text":"When the car is parked under the Sun on hot days. The car will lose the power and we get message on Dashboard \"Check Starter System\" When this happens and car is running, it will lose power, No AC, No Lights, No Brake Lights, No Hazard Lights, Speedometer will not work but…","quote_3_odi":"11656447","quote_3_text":"After sitting in the hot sun for an hour or so, turned it on, and got a \"check starter\" warning, and all the dash instruments went off. No lights, turn signals, brake lights. Radio worked, windows worked for a bit, then nothing. Had power steering and brakes. Had warning lights…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and PCV failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":15,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11706284","quote_1_text":"I am reporting excessive engine oil consumption on my 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The vehicle consumes approximately one quart of oil per 1,000 miles. The vehicle has already undergone multiple diagnostic and repair attempts, including PCV-related repairs, all paid by the owner…","quote_2_odi":"11690549","quote_2_text":"The crankcase breather valve (PCV system) on my 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan failed, which caused catastrophic engine damage. VW Southtown diagnosed the engine as condemned and stated that a full engine replacement is required. Prior to the engine being condemned, I have already…","quote_3_odi":"11685625","quote_3_text":"Exceeding manufacturer recommended oil consumption. Car emits white smok out of the exhaust upon start up. The vehicle has been in the shop three times for this problem. The first time valve seals were replaced. The second time the oil pressure regulator was replaced the third…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console detaching from headliner","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":30,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11741540","quote_1_text":"While driving on freeway, the overhead console in my 2020 VW Tiguan suddenly fell down. At highway speeds , I thought I had been hit or something. It immediately obstructed the view through my wind shield and rear view. I had to rapidly pull over, narrowly averting a collision…","quote_2_odi":"11685743","quote_2_text":"Overhead console fell out of ceiling. Hanging by wires. This poses a danger especially when it falls during driving. It is a known vw issue. The plastic tabs at each of the 4 mounting points of the panel had cracked, and snapped causing the entire panel to fall down, dangling…","quote_3_odi":"11591326","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked, the contact noticed that the center console had detached and struck the contact on the head. There were no serious injuries sustained; however, the contact stated a red mark was left on…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-sos-emergency-call-module","label":"SOS / Car-Net emergency call module failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2020-06 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11718513","quote_1_text":"SOS button is not working. Console fell out of roof of car earlier this summer (a national recall) and now the SOS error J949 is not working, and because the SOS button isnt working neither is the bluetooth. This is absolutely due to the faulty console that had to be rewired…","quote_2_odi":"11645924","quote_2_text":"SOS malfunction light came on after downloading & syncing the car with the MyVW app. I took the car to the dealer & they said the module needs to be replaced & it would be $1500 because it’s out of warranty but it seems like in 2021 VW replaced it for free because it’s a known…","quote_3_odi":"11578385","quote_3_text":"SOS warning light malfunction, cannot make call to emergency services; was told it is a module that needs to be replaced for over $1000 dollars. Forums and chatrooms state this is a wide spread issue. Dealership does not deem to replace due to out of warranty. Malfunctioned…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2020,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2020-water-intrusion-mold","label":"Water intrusion and floor mold","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":127,"reviewed_at":"2026-06-14","quote_1_odi":"11590584","quote_1_text":"VW needs to handle this situation or I will be hiring a lawyer for a class action lawsuit. There are tons of people who are or have experienced what I’m experiencing with my Tiguan. White mold all through the middle seat carpet due to the floor air vents pushing air directly…","quote_2_odi":"11455800","quote_2_text":"Water coming in through sunroof and pooling in the back seat foot pans. Only reason I was aware was first because someone with the same vehicle told me it happened to them and second I began to see moisture and ice on the inside of the windshield. Also began to have a mold…","quote_3_odi":"11562003","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2020 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated that water was entering the rear seat of the vehicle. The contact stated that the water intrusion had caused a short circuit in the vehicle and the vehicle was driving with Reduced Engine power. The contact stated…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2020/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-acc-remote-start-failure","label":"Adaptive cruise control failure after remote start","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11429649","quote_1_text":"When using remote start function the following safety function are not operative, not working as advertised by VW, Adaptive Cruise Control, Cruise Control, Automatic/Emergency Braking, Rear Cross Traffic Warning and Forward Collision Warning.…","quote_2_odi":"11515956","quote_2_text":"When using the remote start the ACC and automatic braking system will fail and give an error. This is a known issue for VW and they have not provided a solutions in over 2 years.…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-door-switch-parking-brake","label":"Driver door switch fault engaging parking brake","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11486000","quote_1_text":"While coming to a stop, the car displayed an error code “ Error: Driver Door Contact Switch” and automatically put the car in park using the emergency break. The driver would have to put the car in park, turn off the vehicle, and release the emergency break to continue.…","quote_2_odi":"11456023","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact stated while driving out of the driveway at approximately 5 MPH, the parking brakes engaged independently. An alert stating that the vehicle is in motion was heard. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-engine-metal-debris","label":"Engine failure with internal metal debris","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11673562","quote_1_text":"At only 38,200 miles the dealership found shards of metal in my engine. The only solution is to replace the entire engine and my car just passed its warranty 5 months ago. I have kept up to date with services and driven the car responsibly…","quote_2_odi":"11705247","quote_2_text":"The 2021 Tiguan, R-Line that I own now requires a new engine after roughly 70,000. The engine is no longer under warranty, According to the VW Dealership, this is what is wrong with the engine…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption between changes","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11730683","quote_1_text":"Engine has excessive oil consumption. Low oil indicator light will come on and Engine oil needs to be topped and added about every 2500 miles sometimes more often depending on driving conditions.","quote_2_odi":"11494472","quote_2_text":"I have to put oil into the engine every 2000 miles. The dealership has run 2 separate oil consumption tests and they claim they are unable to find anything wrong.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console detaching from headliner","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11534434","quote_1_text":"The middle console have completely fallen out of the roof, held on only by the wires. It looks like the plastic attachments to the screws all broken. Incident occurred while parked during working hours on Tuesday, July 25.","quote_2_odi":"11477639","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road and the overhead console fell out of the roof...i researched it and found this has happened to many people. Just glad i didnt wreck","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-pcv-oil-separator-failure","label":"PCV/oil separator failure with oil pan cracks","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":25,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11682019","quote_1_text":"VW dealership diagnose by 2021 VW Tiguan with a cracked oil pan and timing cover. The cause was from excessive oil pressure from a failed PCV valve which cracked the plastic oil pan causing excessive oil leak. This occurred driving on the highway and the ECP light on the dash…","quote_2_odi":"11616397","quote_2_text":"2021 Volkswagen Tijuan has an oil leak caused by a defective Timing Cover Gasket, and or PCV component(s). If you do a simple Google search, there are thousands of these vehicles experiencing the exact same issue…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-sunroof-shattering","label":"Panoramic sunroof shattering","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11732294","quote_1_text":"On April 19, 2026, my 2021 VW Tiguan experienced a sudden loud gunshot-like sounding noise and my sunroof exploded. I fortunately had the screen closed, but large pieces of glass fell and were caught by the screen. It endangered me and my 3 children in the car.…","quote_2_odi":"11473394","quote_2_text":"Sunroof exploded while I was driving down the highway. I was going 65-70 mph, no other vehicles around me.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":128,"reviewed_at":"2026-07-22","quote_1_odi":"11576818","quote_1_text":"The front windshield is very fragile. I am now replacing it again after having replaced it just a year ago from the same issue. Crack develops and travels across the entire window.","quote_2_odi":"11578899","quote_2_text":"We have a cracked windshield and VW has not been able to provide us with a replacement windshield. I have contacted VW parts at the dealership, called VW care, and called harrs auto glass. No one can get me any info on when a new windshield will be available for my car.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-audio-system-loud-noise","label":"Speaker system sudden loud-noise malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11512158","quote_1_text":"While driving, the speakers suddenly started blaring a persistent noise at full volume. It nearly caused me to run the car off the road. I had to cover my ears while trying to find a place to safely pull the car off the road all while trying to plug my ears","quote_2_odi":"11519747","quote_2_text":"amplifier sent out cyclical (~.5sec) full-range MAX voltage to every speaker. Nothing like dam near heart attack","quote_3_odi":"11582578","quote_3_text":"This random, but highly dangerous issue has never been able to be replicated by dealers or myself, but it’s extremely dangerous when it occurs. Occasionally, the car’s speakers will emit a max voltage popping sound that repeats like the sound of a helicopter’s rotors","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-cold-start-hesitation","label":"Cold-start acceleration hesitation and stalling","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":43,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11747947","quote_1_text":"The vehicle intermittently fails to accelerate normally from a stop, especially in hot weather and when the A/C is running. When pressing the accelerator, the vehicle can hesitate for an extended period before moving","quote_2_odi":"11616327","quote_2_text":"These vehicles have a really bad throttle response when trying to accelerate from a stop making a turn into traffic. If you try to push the accelerator pedal to accelerate quickly there is a huge delay in the response which will almost cause you to get into an accident","quote_3_odi":"11536946","quote_3_text":"I am having a delay in acceleration on this car. Car hesitates badly. Feels like it just doesn’t want to go. And I have to be very careful when pulling out into traffic","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-fca-false-activation","label":"Forward collision avoidance false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11550199","quote_1_text":"Reported to the dealer 2 times that the car will slam on brakes for no reason while driving down the road or highway. Last time the car behind almost ran into me. Dealer says it's not a problem even though many other models have recalls","quote_2_odi":"11528472","quote_2_text":"While driving down our sloped driveway with nothing in front of us, the automatic braking kicked in and brought our car to a very sudden halt without warning. The passenger was wearing a seatbelt and got thrown forward, causing soreness and mild injury to his shoulders","quote_3_odi":"11683773","quote_3_text":"The car was in the cruise control with auto mode and it just veered to the left from a car in front and crashed into the median and totaled the car","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-infotainment-backup-camera","label":"Infotainment screen freeze and backup camera failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2023-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11743961","quote_1_text":"At around 60,000 miles my infotainment system started acting strange. The backup camera wouldn’t engage intermittently. After doing that for a couple months, it stopped working completely and is just a black screen","quote_2_odi":"11723211","quote_2_text":"The vehicle’s infotainment display intermittently freezes or shuts off while the vehicle is in operation. When this occurs, the rear-view backup camera display also fails or becomes unavailable. The malfunction happens randomly during normal driving conditions","quote_3_odi":"11742356","quote_3_text":"My backup camera stopped functioning not too long after the warranty was expired. It began by not coming on sometimes and then it went completely out. The entire unit is no longer functioning which prevents me from being able to use my backup camera and that is a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-oil-consumption-cylinder-head","label":"Excessive oil consumption and cylinder head failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":67,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749468","quote_1_text":"Oil warning light was on while driving on a highway. My vehicle was losing engine oil. I just had an oil change recently. Current odometer is at 25000 miles","quote_2_odi":"11736182","quote_2_text":"2.0 liter engines suffer from excessive oil consumption due to defective piston rings which can lead to engine failure. This is a class action lawsuit in other states. We now need a new engine at the cost of $6,500","quote_3_odi":"11739902","quote_3_text":"2022 Volkswagen Tiguan SE, ~70,000 miles. The vehicle experienced a cylinder head failure in the EA888 2.0L TSI engine, causing the check-engine light to illuminate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-overhead-console-detachment","label":"Overhead console or headliner panel detachment","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753951","quote_1_text":"The overhead console suddenly dropped into the passenger compartment, making the vehicle dangerous to drive: the rear view mirror view was completely blocked and the now swinging console can hit the driver's face while driving","quote_2_odi":"11740334","quote_2_text":"2022 Tiguan overhead consule just fell down hanging by wires. No glasses compartment so not sure what would cause the stress on it due to usage. Dealer said 2020 models had issue and have an extended warranty. The 2022 does not have any recall","quote_3_odi":"11539523","quote_3_text":"Overhead console detached from the roof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Spontaneous sunroof or windshield glass failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11667850","quote_1_text":"Rear sunroof glass spontaneously shattered while driving, no rock struck the glass","quote_2_odi":"11704806","quote_2_text":"Went to work, drove home, went to take my daughter to her friends and noticed my windshield on the passenger side was cracked big time. Just from sitting in my driveway","quote_3_odi":"11713327","quote_3_text":"The vehicle's sunroof glass failed catastrophically and shattered spontaneously without any external impact or contributing factor. The glass was not safety glass and shattered into sharp shards, dispersing throughout the vehicle interior, including the rear seating area","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2022-travel-assist-chime","label":"Travel Assist chime alerts and steering wheel replacement","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":40,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":251,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11576423","quote_1_text":"Travel assist warning alarm rings all the time. It has been inspected and the VW dealership said that I need a new steering wheel. Vehicle is available to be inspected at any time. The alarm is completely distracting while driving and that alone is a hazard","quote_2_odi":"11710785","quote_2_text":"An error, \"Travel Assist Not Working\" intermittently pops up and then disappears. This has been happening for several months. Sometimes many times per minute. In one instance, up to 10x in one minute. It is a safety issue as it has a loud ding every time it happens","quote_3_odi":"11692923","quote_3_text":"I was informed from the Volkswagen dealership of where I purchased the vehicle that there are malfunctions with the Lane Assist system and other driver assistance functions caused by a fault in the steering wheel","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-acceleration-hesitation","label":"Acceleration hesitation and delay from a stop","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-07-09 → 2025-06-14","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11531195","quote_1_text":"Delay and wildly inconsistent acceleration from a stop. This is most noticeable within the first 10 minutes of driving and is much worse when cold. Often, when accelerating from a stop, the vehicle does not move for several seconds; when the car does begin to move the acceleration is erratic…","quote_2_odi":"11532027","quote_2_text":"The vehicle stutters or hesitates when accelerating from a stop. This is even more prevalent when the car has first been started. This is a major safety issue as when my family is pulling out into traffic the car just lurches forward initially before then finally just taking off.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-aeb-false-activation","label":"Automatic Emergency Braking false activations","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-04-21 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11589565","quote_1_text":"The Automatic Emergency Braking, also called Front Assist, activates for no reason. No cars or elements in front of the vehicle. I'm trying not to use cruise control for fear that the Automatic Emergency Braking system might fail and cause an accident.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-engine-oil-consumption","label":"Engine oil consumption and low oil warnings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2023-07-04 → 2026-08-06","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673982","quote_1_text":"I am experiencing a high oil consumption rate on my 2023 VW Tiguan. VW claims that the rate of consumption is within the 1 Quart every 1200 miles limit, but 3500 miles after an oil change, the check engine oil light came on and I had to add oil. 2000 miles later, it came on again…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-engine-stall-shutdown","label":"Engine unexpected shutdown while stopped","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04-21 → 2026-07-16","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11584285","quote_1_text":"When I am stopped at a stoplight, stop sign or in traffic, often the vehicle will completely shut off and die. The dash displays a message that says must \"manually restart\". So then you have to put the car in park and press the engine start button again.","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-instrument-cluster-failure","label":"Instrument cluster blackout and display loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02-10 → 2026-01-30","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11714478","quote_1_text":"Within 2 minutes into my drive, accelerating from stopped to merging onto a road moving up to about 50mph, the instrument cluster behind the steering wheel (speedometer, fuel gauge, etc) completely turned off and went black for 20 seconds before turning back on.","quote_2_odi":"11506677","quote_2_text":"On 2/8/2023 When starting my vehicle my digital instrument cluster did not display anything. (No Speedometer, tachometer, etc) While the cluster is not working, the Red \"Level 1 Warning\" light is displayed which tells you not to drive the vehicle.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-oil-separator-pcv-leak","label":"Oil separator, PCV valve, and timing cover leaks","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV), ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-12-26 → 2026-06-01","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11632475","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving 35-40 MPH, the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was leaking oil. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that the oil separator, PCV Positive Crankcase Ventilation valve, and gasket needed to be replaced.","quote_2_odi":"11739405","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway in my 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan (approximately 70,068 miles), the EPC warning light and oil warning light illuminated and the vehicle began to stall/lose power. I exited the highway immediately and shut the vehicle down safely. A substantial amount of engine oil leaked…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2023-rearview-camera-failure","label":"Rearview camera intermittent failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07-01 → 2025-11-30","source_complaint_count":60,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11664011","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera system on my 2023 Volkswagen Tiguan failed and has not worked reliably since shortly after lease. The camera intermittently displays a black screen or fails to activate when the vehicle is placed in reverse. This issue has persisted despite normal vehicle use.","quote_2_odi":"11693702","quote_2_text":"Back up camera malfunction. Most of the time does not work. Gives message on screen","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-adas-unavailable","label":"ADAS and driver-assist system unavailability warnings","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2024-12-31 → 2026-05-31","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11741111","quote_1_text":"The adaptive cruise control (ACC), forward collision warning, and automatic emergency braking/front assist systems have repeatedly malfunctioned. The vehicle has been returned to the dealership multiple times for diagnosis and repair, but the issues remain unresolved.","quote_2_odi":"11633327","quote_2_text":"Front sensor for frontal collision, lane keep and adaptive cruise control. Warning lights including SOS will come on with a message saying no sensor view, and safety systems not available. Comes on randomly when driving.","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment fire and smoke emission","component_code":"ENGINE, STRUCTURE:BODY, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-10-14 → 2026-02-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11699306","quote_1_text":"During normal operation on a public road, the 2024 Volkswagen Tiguan suddenly began emitting smoke from the front of the vehicle. This occurred without any warning lights, messages, unusual smells, or symptoms beforehand. Within moments, flames became visible from under the hood.","quote_2_odi":"11695570","quote_2_text":"My car was less than a year old, had been at the dealership for routine maintenance on September 24th, and with no warning signals from the vehicle's electronics smoke started coming out from the hood while I was ~20 minutes into my drive to work.","quote_3_odi":"11715560","quote_3_text":"On February 9, 2025, while parked in my driveway and not in operation, the vehicle caught fire. I was later informed that the fire originated in the dashboard and was electrical in nature. This incident presented a significant safety risk.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-engine-stall-power-loss","label":"Engine stall and unexpected loss of motive power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-06-08 → 2026-06-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11737039","quote_1_text":"Without any warning — no dashboard lights, no sounds, no hesitation — the engine completely lost all power at highway speed. I pressed the gas pedal repeatedly with full force and there was absolutely no response. The car decelerated uncontrollably in active nighttime highway traffic.","quote_2_odi":"11742072","quote_2_text":"While stopped at a traffic light, the engine shut off without warning and would not restart after releasing the brake. Vehicle required shifting back into Park to restart. Documented in dealer repair order #XXX dated XXX.","quote_3_odi":"11664414","quote_3_text":"While driving, the car abruptly stopped in the middle of the road, putting my entire family in grave danger. Fortunately, there was no vehicle immediately behind us, or this could have resulted in a serious accident.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-infotainment-reboot-disconnect","label":"Infotainment system reboot and phone connectivity loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2024-07-02 → 2026-07-10","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11749604","quote_1_text":"Infotainment system randomly reboots mid-drive. Screen goes blank/black for about 10 seconds, then VW logo appears and the system boots back up. • Google Maps navigation won't start. Have to exit and re-enter the destination, sometimes twice before it functions properly. • iPhone connects and immediately disconnects…","quote_2_odi":"11686500","quote_2_text":"APPLE CARPLAY AND ANDROID AUTO DISCONNECTS AT MULTIPLE LOCATIONS WHILE DRIVING. IT IS DUE TO WIFI TURNING OFF AUTOMATICALLY. AND VEHICLE IS BEEN TO DEALERSHIP 3 times. BUT NO RESOLUTION. WIFI TURNS OFF ITSELF AND CARPLAY OR NAVIGATION IS INTERRUPTED.","quote_3_odi":"11699394","quote_3_text":"The infotainment center freezes and spontaneously disconnects. At first, I though it was my phone and switched carriers. It was not. It also does not recognize my key is present and I have to pshycially lock and unlock it. Sometimes the doors won't open and it happens several times.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2024-sos-electrical-fault","label":"SOS system fault and electrical communication failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-07-22 → 2026-06-22","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-19","quote_1_odi":"11603682","quote_1_text":"Since purchase, this vehicle has an SOS error that disables the SOS emergency assistance and communication functions. It has been back to the dealer twice and they are unable to repair. The manager has told be that VW is aware but there is no fix at this time.","quote_2_odi":"11608199","quote_2_text":"An SOS error shows and when this occurs I am unable to use the SOS crash function, as well as navigation and calling. It has been back to the dealer twice for repair but it still occurs. Volkswagen states there is no fix at this time.","quote_3_odi":"11706466","quote_3_text":"The engine started smoking at 11,000 and new valve seals were replaced in the head. The engine has started to smoke again at 16,800 mile and dealer said the next step would be to replace the head. Car has been to the dealer 6-7 times for electrical and engine problems. The SOS light comes on almost every morning.","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-aeb-unintended-braking","label":"Unintended automatic braking and Park engagement","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2025-09 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725964","quote_1_text":"The vehicle then suddenly applied the brakes on its own without any obstacle or hazard present. The brakes locked up, and the vehicle would not move. At the same time, the vehicle began honking and exhibited abnormal alarm/locking behavior","quote_2_odi":"11713645","quote_2_text":"Since shortly after purchase, the vehicle has exhibited a recurring safety defect where the electronic parking brake engages without driver input and the vehicle shifts itself into Park. This happens suddenly and without warning","quote_3_odi":"11686988","quote_3_text":"The automatic emergency braking feature comes on when it shouldn’t; but it instead, throws me into park and puts on the emergency brake. The date 6/28/25 is just the first time it happened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-airbag-recall-parts","label":"Airbag recall repair parts unavailable","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11736961","quote_1_text":"In mid-March 2026, the airbag error light came on in my vehicle. I took the car into the dealership I leased it from for service. They were ale to replicate the issue and discovered \"a fault for passenger seat belt tensioner igniter\"","quote_2_odi":"11721732","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2025 Volkswagen Tiguan. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V854000 (Air Bags); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available","quote_3_odi":"11716217","quote_3_text":"Hello, I have a VW Tiguan 2025 lease since June2025. i just received a Safety Recall letter from VW on February 2026 advising that because of a potential airbag defect I should not have anyone seating in the passenger seat of my car until further notice","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-engine-stall","label":"Engine stall and loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753402","quote_1_text":"Dash light came. I took VW to Dothan ,Al Dealer and service stated it was fuel sensor faulty and had to order one. Meanwhile I was driving 70 mph in heavy traffic and vehicle lost power having barely avoided sccident","quote_2_odi":"11720470","quote_2_text":"While driving at road speed, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted itself into Neutral (N) without driver input. The engine continued running, but the vehicle lost drive power","quote_3_odi":"11707077","quote_3_text":"Engine stumbles repeatedly, stutters and dies. No warning lamps. Car inspected twice by manufacture but no solution found. Continues to show same characteristics. Have to pull off the road to avoid danger to self and other autos","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2025-sunroof-shattering","label":"Spontaneous sunroof/moonroof shattering","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11742427","quote_1_text":"Moonroof spontaneously exploded while driving; shards of glass fell all over me (head, face, arms, back, legs), and throughout the vehicle. Nothing hit my vehicle, no road debris","quote_2_odi":"11742446","quote_2_text":"The moonroof exploded, shattered glass, shards, and glass dust fell all over me (head, face, arms, chest, back, legs) and throughout my car. There was no road debris, nor did anything hit my vehicle to cause the moonroof to shatter","quote_3_odi":"11712038","quote_3_text":"Spontaneous Panoramic Sunroof Shattering on 2025 VW Tiguan","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-self-park-engagement","label":"Unintended braking and self-shift to Park","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755640","quote_1_text":"Automated emergency braking triggering unsafely! Two separate occasions: 1) As I was driving about 40 MPH on a 4 lane street in Wyomissing, PA, the car slammed on the brakes. In the median to the left of the car ahead about 20-30 ft was a \"your car is going XX MPH\" sign","quote_2_odi":"11752706","quote_2_text":"While reversing into a parking spot, the vehicle stopped unexpectedly with no obstruction present. Driver held the brake and shifted to Drive; the vehicle stopped again, then shifted itself into Park and engaged the electronic parking brake without driver input","quote_3_odi":"11748700","quote_3_text":"I am experiencing a serious safety issue with my 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan. While the vehicle is in motion—either moving forward or in reverse—it will unexpectedly shift itself into PARK and engage the electronic parking brake","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-sos-button-malfunction","label":"SOS emergency call button malfunction","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11735669","quote_1_text":"Vehicle purchase on 3/18/2026 with 17 miles. At 30 miles the SOS button started flashing red, then green, then red then no light at all. I called dealership and was made to think it was no big deal and that a dealership has to reset","quote_2_odi":"11727588","quote_2_text":"Red light flashing above SOS button constantly. Apparently means malfunction in emergency call system. Fixed once day after purchase. Now flashing again. Dealer today said they don’t know how to fix it and Volkswagon are not helping","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-stall-loss-of-power","label":"Sudden loss of motive power while driving","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2026-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745704","quote_1_text":"I was driving in 4 lane town traffic going under 10 MPH and the hazard lights came on by themselves, and the car died. Propulsion stopped. Fortunately I was able to pull onto a striped median","quote_2_odi":"11743980","quote_2_text":"When driving, the vehicle self shifted into neutral and was unresponsive. All of the dash warning lights came on and I was not able to apply throttle or shift the car into drive. I had to coast in neutral to the side of the road","quote_3_odi":"11748363","quote_3_text":"1. **Engine Stall During Low-Speed Turn**: While turning at 2 MPH, the engine shut off without warning, losing power steering and brakes, and displaying a message to \"manually restart the engine.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2026,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Tiguan","model_slug":"tiguan","cluster_id":"tiguan-2026-turbo-limp-mode","label":"Turbo failure and engine limp mode","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11716095","quote_1_text":"Turbocharger failed. This new car was one week old and had approximately one hundred miles on it. There are numerous reports of this condition online. The car can no longer be driven and the part is on national backorder","quote_2_odi":"11732617","quote_2_text":"2026 Tiguan SEL Turbo R-Line goes into limp mode. Volkswagen originally diagnosed this as a software issue. A software fix was finally released (after two months of waiting) but the 'fix' does not solve the problem","quote_3_odi":"11703255","quote_3_text":"Brand-new 2026 VW Tiguan experienced sudden violent shaking, loss of power, and multiple warning lights within 24 hours of purchase. Dealer confirmed cylinder 1 misfire but could not identify root cause. VW insists vehicle is safe to operate despite no explanation for failure","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2026/volkswagen/tiguan","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-adblue-heater-failure","label":"AdBlue tank heating element failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2016-11","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10825817","quote_1_text":"MY 2012 TDI LUX JUST WENT IN FOR A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND THE DIAGNOSIS WAS THE ADBLUE HEATER HAS GONE BAD. I HAD 55,000 MILES AT THE TIME. I WAS INFORMED BY THE DEALERSHIP THAT THIS PART IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE POWERTRAIN OR EMISSIONS WARRANTIES. I WAS INFORMED THAT THIS FIX","quote_2_odi":"10906918","quote_2_text":"AD BLUE HEATING ELEMENT FAILED FOR SECOND TIME ON VEHICLE. FIRST ONE REPLACED AT 58,000 MILES AND SECOND ONE AT 98,500 MILES. VOLKSWAGEN NOT OFFERING ANY FINANCIAL RELIEF FOR SECOND FAILED PART CITING THE PART WARRANTY HAS EXPIRED","quote_3_odi":"10925396","quote_3_text":"CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AT 70,000 MILES AND WAS DUE TO THE AD BLUE TANK HEATER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-brake-pedal-issues","label":"Brake pedal and service brake issues","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2012-07 → 2014-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10467905","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT A KNOCKING SOUND WAS COMING FROM THE UNDER CARRIAGE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER WHERE THE DEALER WAS ABLE TO IDENTIFY THE KNOCKING, BUT WAS UNABLE TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE","quote_2_odi":"10614989","quote_2_text":"I OWN A 2012 VW TOUAREG AND RECENTLY, I HAVE HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE BRAKES. WHEN I COME TO A COMPLETE STOP AT A LIGHT OR FOR A LONG TIME, AFTER 5 OR MORE SECONDS, THE BRAKE PEDAL STARTS TO GO DOWN AND THE CAR STARTS TO ROLL FORWARD. I CAN STOP THE ROLLING IF I PUSH THE BREAKS ALL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2014-04 → 2024-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11632714","quote_1_text":"While driving my family around, the car lost engine power and came to a stop on a busy roadway leaving us stranded until a tow truck could arrive. There were no warnings or indications that anything was wrong. One minute, it was driving fine and out of nowhere, the engine shut","quote_2_odi":"10714211","quote_2_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON A BUSY STREET, WHEN I STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. THE CAR STALLED AT THE LIGHT, AND WOULD NOT RESTART. I HAD IT TOWED TO THE NEAREST VW DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT THERE WAS A PROBLEM WITH THE FUEL PUMP (METAL FOUND), AND THAT THEY WERE GOING TO HAVE TO REPLACE THE","quote_3_odi":"10584371","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE LOST POWER WITHOUT WARNING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS ON A THREE LANE EXPRESSWAY. WAS ABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL IN SPITE OF LOSS OF POWER STEERING AND BRAKES AND COASTED TO STOP ON NARROW BERM. WHEN I TRIED TO RESTART THE ENGINE I SMELLED FUEL AND UPON OPENING THE DOOR DISCOVERED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-seatbelt-airbag-malfunction","label":"Seat belt and airbag system malfunction","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10906075","quote_1_text":"WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY 24 AIRBAG SPONTANEOUSLY DEPLOYED AND I WAS INVOLVED IN MVA. FRONT END OF VW TOUREG SMASHED INTO CONCRETE CENTER POST. TRAVELING ABOUT 65 MPH","quote_2_odi":"11415844","quote_2_text":"THE DRIVER SEAT BELT DOES NOT LATCH PROPERLY AND COMES OFF WHILE DRIVING. MULTIPLE ATTEMPTS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE SEAT BELT TO LATCH AND BE SECURE. THIS PROBLEM STARTED AROUND JULY 2020","quote_3_odi":"11540257","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated that the driver’s side seat belt unintendedly unlatched while driving at various speeds. Additionally, the contact stated that the clockspring was defective, causing several failures with the vehicle. The contact","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2012-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-04 → 2016-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10505743","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS 99% OF THE TIME. THE SPEED AT WHICH THIS OCCURS IS IN THE RANGE OF 65-80 MPH. I BELIEVE THIS TO BE A SAFETY CONCERN. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10610742","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A 2012 TOUAREG TDI THAT HAS A STEERING SHAKING PROBLEM WHICH IT HAS EXHIBITED SINCE I PURCHASED IT. VW HAS TRIED TO RECTIFY THE PROBLEM BY ROAD FORCE BALANCING AND INSTALLING NEW TIRES BUT THIS HAS NOT RESOLVED THE PROBLEM. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES, OR OSCILLATES, WHEN","quote_3_odi":"10854971","quote_3_text":"STEERING WHEEL SHAKES DURING HIGH WAY DRIVING. MOSTLY HAPPENS AROUND 80 MPH, HAVE DONE THE ROAD FORCE BALANCING AND 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENTS. THE POWER STEERING WHEEL ALSO HAS A WEAK ASSISTANT TO TURN BACK TO CENTER. HERE IS A YOUTUBE LINK OF DEMONSTRATION OF STEERING SHAKE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-adblue-heater-failure","label":"AdBlue heater failure in diesel engine","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2016-10","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10920342","quote_1_text":"I HAVE JUST OVER 50,000 MILES ON MY TOUAREG TDI AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. DEALERSHIP TELLS ME THE ADBLUE HEATER NEEDS TO BE REPLACED AND IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE 80K EMISSIONS WARRANTY AND WILL COST ME $1,200 TO REPAIR. HOW CAN THIS NOT BE COVERED WHEN ADBLUE'S","quote_2_odi":"10907990","quote_2_text":"ADD BLUE HEATER SYSTEM ON THE DIESEL ENGINE WENT BAD AFTER LESS THAN 42000 MILES. I THOUGHT THIS WAS PART OF THE EMISSION SYSTEM IN THIS CAR BUT VW DOES NOT SEE IT THIS WAY. THEY WANT OVER 1,000 TO FIX THIS ON A CAR THE LIED ABOUT IN THE FIRST PLACE. SEEMS TO BE A BIG MONEY","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-airbag-horn-malfunction","label":"Airbag and horn electrical malfunction","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11072745","quote_1_text":"AIRBAG LIGHT APPEARED. HORN NOR STEERING WHEEL BUTTONS WORK. ADVISED IT WAS A STEERING WHEEL CLOCK SPRING FAULT. THERE WAS A RECALL BUT THIS PARTICULAR VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED","quote_2_odi":"11219734","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HORN FAILED TO WORK. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND THE STEERING WHEEL MALFUNCTIONED. BAXTER VOLKSWAGEN LA VISTA (7108 S 124TH CIR, LA VISTA, NE 68128, (402) 983-9801) STATED THAT THE AIR BAG","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-catalytic-flange-separation","label":"Catalytic converter flange separation","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11609208","quote_1_text":"The weld broke at the rear pre cat connection","quote_2_odi":"11562529","quote_2_text":"So there’s a campaign to add a bracket to one of the catalytic converters. That’s great except I never knew about it and the thing they added the bracket to prevent happened to me. The exhaust pipe from the catalytic separated from the flange connecting to the manifold. It’s","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-fuel-pump-stall","label":"High-pressure fuel pump failure and stalling","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-12 → 2019-08","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11040499","quote_1_text":"2013 TDI -HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP FAILURE. HAVE NEVER PUT GASOLINE IN THE TANK. VW HAS REJECTED COST OF REPAIRS","quote_2_odi":"10980989","quote_2_text":"THE CAR JUST SUDDENLY STOPPED WHILE DRIVING ON THE HWY 91 IN LOS ANGELES IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. VEHICLE SUDDENLY LOST POWER AND WITHIN 10 SECONDS COMPLETE STOP AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY. TOWED TO VW DEALERS AND I WAS INFORMED THAT IS FAILURE OF THE HIGH PRESSURE FUEL PUMP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-steering-wheel-shake","label":"Steering wheel shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-05 → 2015-05","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"10542458","quote_1_text":"UPON REACHING SPEEDS BETWEEN 65 AND APPROXIMATELY 75 MILES PER HOUR THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOTICEABLY SHAKE BACK AND FORTH VERY OBVIOUSLY, SO MUCH SO THAT IT WORRIED ME THERE WAS A MAJOR ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"10644612","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60 MPH - 75 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKE IS NOTICEABLE TO THE POINT THAT IF YOU TAKE YOUR HANDS OFF THE STEERING WHEEL YOU LITERALLY CAN SEE THE STEERING WHEEL VIBRATE BACK AND FORTH. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2013-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2022-04","source_complaint_count":30,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-05","quote_1_odi":"11118510","quote_1_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED OUTWARD AND ENTIRE FRONT GLASS SUNROOF WAS SHATTERED. DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT APPROXIMATELY 70MPH. ALL CAR DOOR WINDOWS WERE OPEN. TEMPURATURE OUTSIDE WAS APPROXIMATELY 85 DEGREES","quote_2_odi":"11461600","quote_2_text":"The sunroof glass of the car spontaneously exploded while driving on the interstate. No rock or object ever hit the glass, and it exploded, sending glass and debris all over myself and my passenger while driving 70mph. The noise was deafening and caused me to swerve as I was","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-hesitation-post-recall","label":"Acceleration hesitation and power loss after repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2019-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11115466","quote_1_text":"VW 3.0 LITER DEISEL ENGINE WITH RECALL ISSUE DUE TO FRAUD BY VW. VW APPLIED THE FIX TO THE ENGINE AS APPROVED BY THE COURT","quote_2_odi":"11119319","quote_2_text":"ON AUGUST 10, 2018 AT APPROXIMATELY 1:30 PM IN BOUNTIFUL UTAH, I WAS TURNING LEFT INTO A BUSINESS. I STOPPED ON A STEEP HILL AND ALLOWED THE ON COMING TRAFFIC TO PASS. IT THEN BECAME SAFE FOR ME TO COMPLETE MY TURN. THAT IS UNTIL THE CAR HESITATED YET AGAIN","quote_3_odi":"11172796","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ACCELERATE WHEN THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-seat-heater-fire","label":"Seat heater burns and electrical smoke","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2021-10","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11437449","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2014 Volkswagen Touareg. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle a burning odor was present inside the cabin of the vehicle and smoke was seen coming from the front console","quote_2_odi":"11429131","quote_2_text":"Vehicle has 72000 miles on it, Driver seat heater burned a hole on the leather, burning my pants, underwear and skin while I was driving. I had to pull over because smoke started to come out of the seat","quote_3_odi":"11427867","quote_3_text":"I attempted to start the vehicle and the starter button clicked followed by a strong ozone electrical smell and copious smoke from under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-steering-vibration","label":"Steering wheel vibration/shake at highway speed","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2018-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10652770","quote_1_text":"I PURCHASED A 2014 TOUAREG LUX TDI 3 DAYS AGO, THE STEERING WHEEL WAS SHAKING PRETTY SERIOUSLY WHILE I WAS DRIVE AROUND 70 MILE PER HOUR. *TR","quote_2_odi":"10691016","quote_2_text":"PURCHASED VEHICLE ON 2/1/15. I NOTICED WHEN DRIVING AT SPEEDS ABOVE 63 MPH THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH WHICH IS FELT THROUGH THE STEERING WHEEL, SEAT & FRONT END","quote_3_odi":"11081937","quote_3_text":"STRONG VIBRATION IN STEERING WHEEL (&NOISE) WHILE DRIVING WHEN MAKING TURNS. THIS IS SPORADIC AND HAPPENS WHETHER TURNING STEERING WHEEL LEFT OR RIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2014-wet-air-filter","label":"Water intrusion in engine air filter housing","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11217971","quote_1_text":"WHEN DRIVING THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. AT THE SERVICE CENTER AT THE DEALER, THE DEALER INDICATED THAT THE AIR FILTER HAD BECOME WET WITH WATER","quote_2_odi":"11373836","quote_2_text":"ENGINE AIR FILTER AND HOUSING ARE WET, THIS IS AN ONGOING EVENT. I REMEDY IT BUY BUYING A NEW FILTER, DRYING OUT THE HOUSING AND REPLACING THE WET FILTER. I AM AFRAID AT SOME POINT THE WATER WILL ENTER THE ENGINE CAUSING DAMAGE AND PERHAPS AN ACCIDENT IF THE CAR STALLS","quote_3_odi":"11458241","quote_3_text":"Wet Air intake filter. Clearly showed water damage and rot on the air filter. This is a repeated issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-engine-stall-hesitation","label":"Engine hesitation, stalling, and power loss","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2019-01 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11432008","quote_1_text":"Today, engine completely cut off in the middle of traffic (20-30 MPH), loss of power steering and breaking power. Engine dashboard yellow message appeared","quote_2_odi":"11389382","quote_2_text":"WHEN PULLING OUT INTO TRAFFIC THERE CAN BE A HUGE LAG IN TIME FROM WHEN YOU DEPRESS THE ACCELERATOR TO WHEN THE CAR REACTS AND ACCELERATES.IT IS NOT CONSISTENT WHICH IS WHERE THE DANGER ARISES","quote_3_odi":"11171023","quote_3_text":"AFTER VW EMISSION REPAIR THE CAR STALLS IN SHIFTING GEARS AT LOW SPEED. I TOOK AT THE DEALERSHIP REPAIR SHOP 3 TIMES EVERYTIME THE KEPT THE CAR FOR ABOUT 2-3 WEEKS AND COULDN'T RESOLVE THE ISSUE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-fca-camera-failure","label":"Forward collision avoidance camera failure","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11599305","quote_1_text":"Collision Avoidance Camera (Part Number: 7P6907217BZ1Y) has failed. The camera is still on the vehicle and available for inspection upon request. All front assist/safety systems are unavailable, including cruise control","quote_2_odi":"11595530","quote_2_text":"The Driver Assistance System (Adaptive Cruise Control, Front Collision Avoidance, AEB, and Lane Departure/Lane Keeping system) all do not work. The VW dealers have said the Front Collision Avoidance Camera is not working","quote_3_odi":"11564737","quote_3_text":"Question 1: What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? Answer 1: Collision Avoidance Camera. The camera can be removed from the vehicle and shipped for inspection","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2016-09","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10905657","quote_1_text":"I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN TO THE TIRE SHOP THIS MORNING TO HAVE THE TIRE PATCHED FOR A SMALL SCREW THAT WAS PICKED UP DURING NORMAL OPERATION. I RECEIVED A CALL A SHORT TIME LATER FROM TIRE SHOP TELLING ME THAT THE SIDEWALL OF MY TIRE HAD FAILED","quote_2_odi":"10893143","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLKSWAGEN TOUAREG EQUIPPED WITH PIRELLI SCORPION VERDE TIRES, SIZE 265/50/R19. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT OBSERVED AN ABNORMAL NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT TIRES","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2015-water-intake-intrusion","label":"Water intrusion into engine air intake","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2020-11","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11376259","quote_1_text":"OUR 2015 TOUAREG TDI WITH 35,000MI LOST POWER ON INTERSTATE 10. THE VEHICLE WAS IN 'LIMP' MODE AND ONLY ABLE TO REACH A SPEED OF 20MPH IN A 75MPH ZONE ON INTERSTATE 10","quote_2_odi":"11155941","quote_2_text":"WATER INGESTION INTO AIR INTAKE FROM DESIGN FLAW. CHANGED AIR FILTER BASED ON WARNING THREAD LOCATED AT CLUB TOUAREG ONLINE. IF YOU DRIVE A 2011-2017 TOUAREG PLEASE CHECK YOUR AIR FILTER","quote_3_odi":"11123062","quote_3_text":"LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER ENTERING THE INTAKE, AFFECTING THE PEFORMANCE OF THE VEHICLE. THE WATER IS INSUFFICIENTLY DRAINING FROM THE INTAKE BOX. THE AIR FILTER DEGRADES AS A RESULT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-engine-air-intake-water-ingestion","label":"Engine air intake water ingestion","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":20,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11124584","quote_1_text":"CONSTANT ISSUES WITH WATER ENTERING THE AIRBOX FROM FAULTY DESIGN. THIS CAN ENABLE PARTS OF THE FILTER TO ENTER THE ENGINE AND CAUSE CATASTROPHIC DAMAGE (HYDRO LOCK)","quote_2_odi":"11288144","quote_2_text":"FAULTY AIR INTAKE SYSTEM ALLOWS WATER TO BE INGESTED. AIR FILTER BECOMES SOAKED WITH WATER, AND WILL ULTIMATELY FAIL IF LEFT UNCHECKED","quote_3_odi":"11421686","quote_3_text":"2016 Touareg was towed to OStein VW service after engine would not accelerate and ran rough when got onto the interstate","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-fca-camera-part-unavailable","label":"Forward collision camera failure, part unavailable","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2019-04 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11637367","quote_1_text":"My ACC/AEB went out over 2 years ago. At the time this vehicle was out of warranty. The dealer ordered the part (camera) and charged me for it. I waited over a year for the part","quote_2_odi":"11564741","quote_2_text":"The windshield camera that is responsible for the imaging used for many of the system on the 2016 Touareg is a high failure item and has been constituently backordered from VW","quote_3_odi":"11203828","quote_3_text":"AFTER LESS THAN FOUR YEARS OF OWNERSHIP, AND OUTSIDE OF THE 3 YEAR/36,000 MILE WARRANTY, THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL MODULE(S) FAILED FOR NO APPARENT REASON, RENDERING THE ENTIRE CRUISE CONTROL SYSTEM INACTIVE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-panoramic-sunroof-leak-failure","label":"Panoramic sunroof leak and glass failure","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2018-01 → 2021-02","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11396521","quote_1_text":"DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY AS A COLD FRONT APPROACHED, OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPPED TO 17 DEGREES. ALL OF A SUDDEN WE HEARD A LOUD SOUND, LIKE A GUNSHOT AND IMMEDIATELY GLASS FELL ON OUR HEADS","quote_2_odi":"11341088","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF LEAKS AND WATER ACCUMULATES IN THE SPARE TIRE WELL PLUS GROWS MOLD MAKING THE VEHICLE UNSAFE TO DRIVE","quote_3_odi":"11064277","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED WHILE PARKED IN DRIVEWAY. THE EXPLOSION WAS UPWARDS. THE CAR HAS A PANORAMIC ROOF AND THE FRONT SLIDING SECTION IS THE ONE THAT EXPLODED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2016-parking-brake-warning-fault","label":"Parking brake warning light malfunction","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":44,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11441626","quote_1_text":"Electronic Parking Brake lever light was flashing and dashboard showed parking brake error message. Drove car to VW Dealership, which diagnosed problem as likely bad Parking Brake Control Module (Part J540)","quote_2_odi":"11662004","quote_2_text":"UNKNOWN- simply picking up my kids and various alerts came on the dashboard including the ABS brakes error, Parking brake error, and others that I am not sure of","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2017-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11562874","quote_1_text":"I purchased a 2017 Volkswagen Touareg V6 in October 2023. A problem with the vehicle revealed itself right away. It was consuming too much oil. Oil splatter is present on the hood, the car doors, the back bumper and built up oil residue is present in both tailpipes","quote_2_odi":"11538024","quote_2_text":"The vehicle has an internal oil drain system that slowly leaks oil past the pistons into the combustion chamber of the engine causing the engine to burn oil","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2017,"make":"Volkswagen","make_slug":"volkswagen","model":"Touareg","model_slug":"touareg","cluster_id":"touareg-2017-water-intrusion-air-intake","label":"Water intrusion into engine air intake filter box","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2018-05 → 2021-06","source_complaint_count":24,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11113263","quote_1_text":"AFTER A RAINY NIGHT, GOT INTO MY CAR THE NEXT MORNING HEARD A WEIRD NOISE WHILE PULLING OUT OF DRIVEWAY, DROVE DOWN THE STREET AND CAR STARTING BUCKING, WHITE SMOKE COMING OUT BACK AND LOST CONTROL OF THE CAR...NO POWER STEERING, NO BRAKES CAR DIED","quote_2_odi":"11233478","quote_2_text":"ENGINE AIR INTAKE DESIGN IS SUSCEPTIBLE TO FLOODING WITH WATER. A LARGE AMOUNT OF WATER WILL COLLECT IN THE INTAKE TUBE BEHIND THE FRONT GRILL. THE DRAIN INSTALLED IN THE INTAKE TUBE IS NOT SUFFICIENT ENOUGH FOR HIGH VOLUMES OF WATER IN A SHORT PERIOD OF TIME, SUCH AS IN A","quote_3_odi":"11234225","quote_3_text":"WITH FAMILY IN VEHICLE THE CAR LOST POWER AND STALLED DURING A RAIN STORM. CAR WAS NOT ABLE TO RESTART AND WAS ON SIDE OF ROAD FOR LENGTH OF TIME AFTER ATTEMPTING TO RESTART","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2017/volkswagen/touareg","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volkswagen"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"C70","model_slug":"c70","cluster_id":"volvo-c70-2012-door-unlatch-driving","label":"Door unlatching or opening while driving","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11429140","quote_1_text":"This occurred after driving for about an hour. While driving at a fairly high rate of speed, I felt the driver's door move slightly. The dome light came on indicating that the door had opened","quote_2_odi":"11418021","quote_2_text":"The doors open when driving, first the passenger door opened about 3 months ago. The warning light comes on and stated that the door is open. The safety on the door keeps it from completely opening but the door is ajar just not completely opened","quote_3_odi":"11100573","quote_3_text":"I HAVE A 2012 C70, AND THE \"DOOR OPEN\" WARNING AND INTERIOR LIGHTS COME ON AND THE DOOR SLUMPS SLIGHTLY AJAR (EVEN THE WINDOW DROPS LIKE WHEN YOU OPEN THE DOOR). THIS HAPPENS DRIVING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. CAN BE EITHER DRIVER OR PASSENGER SIDE. DOORS ARE SECURELY CLOSED BEFOREHAND","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/c70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"C70","model_slug":"c70","cluster_id":"volvo-c70-2012-rear-camber-tire-wear","label":"Rear suspension negative camber and tire wear","component_code":"SUSPENSION, STRUCTURE, WHEELS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2014-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11563203","quote_1_text":"There is a know defect with the chassis used for several Volvo car models. My car is a Volvo C70, year 2012. My car is affected by this defect","quote_2_odi":"10658558","quote_2_text":"THIS 2012 VOLVO C70 WAS DRIVEN FROM COHASSET, MA TO CHICAGO IL IN LATE SEPTEMBER 2014. IT WAS DRIVEN WITH THE TOP DOWN FOR A PERIOD OF 400 MILES. THE CAR DID HAVE BRAND NEW MICHELIN PILOT SPORT TIRES ON THE FRONT AND REAR TIRES, THE REAR TIRES HAD OVER 7/10THS WEAR ON THEM","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/c70","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-ac-charging-failure","label":"Onboard charger (GHCA) AC charging failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":16,"date_range":"2025-02 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11715615","quote_1_text":"The Grid to High Voltage Converter A (GHCA) is a critical, often failing, component in 2025+ Volvo EX90 and Polestar 3 electric vehicles that converts AC grid power to high-voltage DC for the battery has failed 5 times in my car with no fix from Volvo in the foreseeable future","quote_2_odi":"11708444","quote_2_text":"On Saturday 6th December, I unplugged the car from the A/C charger after it had finished charging to 90% in my garage and there was a very loud bang heard from under the car","quote_3_odi":"11709750","quote_3_text":"I have been in multiple situation where my car is unable to charge from my home charger, and the issue is always same which is the need of GHCA replacement. Right now, GHCA for EX90 is in national back order with unknown ETA","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-critical-fault-shutdown","label":"Critical fault warning with loss of power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-05 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11711504","quote_1_text":"I am writing to file a formal safety complaint regarding my Volvo EX90, which experienced a complete and dangerous shutdown while driving on a LA freeway on Christmas Day","quote_2_odi":"11710154","quote_2_text":"While driving on I-5 north by Castaic (exit 176A) the car displayed \"electric system temporarily limited\" then \"critical electric fault\" at which time it rapidly decelerated while on the freeway","quote_3_odi":"11704750","quote_3_text":"When I applied the brakes they did not respond. I came to a stop only when the car lost momentum","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-display-blackout-while-driving","label":"Instrument display blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11651941","quote_1_text":"While driving on the highway, the entire digital instrument cluster and infotainment screen went completely black without warning","quote_2_odi":"11693256","quote_2_text":"The vehicle supports a feature to reset the display computer by holding the play/pause button for approximately 45 seconds","quote_3_odi":"11634197","quote_3_text":"When I came back out to the car and opened the door, the display behind the steering wheel stated \"System communication fault. Pilot Assist deactivated. Find a place to stop and select P to park","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-driver-support-system-fault","label":"Driver support system fault disabling ADAS features","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11698396","quote_1_text":"When leaving a downtown parking garage, I noted the following alert on the driver's screen: \"Steering fault - Drive with caution. Book a service.\"","quote_2_odi":"11693995","quote_2_text":"While driving, my car suddenly displayed the \"Driver Support System Fault\" icon (Picture 1)","quote_3_odi":"11741674","quote_3_text":"Multiple times I have gotten a \"Park assistance fault - book a service\" message while driving and the parking sensors stop working","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-one-pedal-drive-deactivation","label":"One-pedal drive deactivation without warning","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11741767","quote_1_text":"The One Pedal Drive function (regenerative braking) intermittently deactivates without warning after startup","quote_2_odi":"11678075","quote_2_text":"One pedal driving randomly turns off when starting the vehicle","quote_3_odi":"11691768","quote_3_text":"The one-pedal drive feature automatically switches off, even though it is saved in my profile","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"EX90","model_slug":"ex90","cluster_id":"ex90-2025-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration without driver input","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":65,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756276","quote_1_text":"I was parked in a parking lot and when I released my foot from the break, the car accelerated on its own and crashed into the car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11746581","quote_2_text":"On multiple occasions, immediately upon shifting the vehicle into Drive — before I touched the accelerator pedal — the vehicle accelerated forward on its own without any input from me","quote_3_odi":"11692870","quote_3_text":"After finishing, when I released the brake pedal to leave, the vehicle suddenly accelerated forward on its own, much faster than normal creeping speed","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/ex90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2012-airbag-nondeployment","label":"Airbag failure to deploy in a crash","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-01 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10788882","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2012 VOLVO S60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, ANOTHER VEHICLE CUT IN FRONT OF THE CONTACT. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO A POLE ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10560896","quote_2_text":"ON AUGUST 24, 2013, I WAS INVOLVED IN A CAR ACCIDENT. A CAR STOPPED SHORT ON THE HIGHWAY. THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME HIT THAT CAR. I THEN HIT THE CAR IN FRONT OF ME. I HAD ONLY A FEW SECONDS TO REACT. ANOTHER CAR THEN RE-ENDED ME. MY AIRBAG NOR SEATBELT PRETENTIONERS DEPLOYED","quote_3_odi":"11742523","quote_3_text":"The driver's side seat airbag system failed. Specifically, diagnostic trouble code SRS-B002011 was retrieved, indicating a circuit short to ground in the left side airbag deployment control system. The technician found a broken clip on the airbag","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2012-drive-belt-timing-failure","label":"Drive belt failure causing stall and timing damage","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-08 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11558481","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2012 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was later towed to the local dealer who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the drive belt had failed, causing damage to the","quote_2_odi":"11122049","quote_2_text":"ON DECEMBER 24, 2015, OUR 2012 VOLVO S60 FWD T5 ENGINE BROKE DOWN ON A CITY STREET. THE BELT WAS REPLACED AT THE VOLVO DEALERSHIP WITH A STANDARD \"VOLVO-BELT.\" MILEAGE ON THE CAR AT THE TIME WAS 43843. FAST FORWARD TO AUGUST 21, 2018, THE CAR BREAKS DOWN AGAIN ON CITY STREET","quote_3_odi":"11560890","quote_3_text":"Surpintine belt shredded due to faulty belt tensioner. Shreds of belt wedged between crankshaft timing sprocket on engine causing engine to jump timing while driving down highway and vehicle lost all power and very hard to steer due to all valves in motor bent because of poor","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2012-oil-consumption-no-warning","label":"Excessive oil consumption without low-oil warning","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":39,"date_range":"2015-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11298483","quote_1_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION BETWEEN OIL CHANGE INTERVALS. SINCE THE PURCHASE OF THIS CAR (2/1/2016) I HAVE USED FULLY SYNTHETIC OIL (CASTROL). OIL LEVEL SLOWLY DROPS BETWEEN SCHEDULED OIL CHANGES. PRIOR TO THE LAST SCHEDULED OIL CHANGE (1/10/2020) I CHECKED THE OIL IT IT WAS VERY","quote_2_odi":"10992073","quote_2_text":"THE CAR WAS CONSUMING OIL AT A SHOCKING RATE - 12 QUARTS OVER THE COURSE OF 2 MONTHS AND THE OIL LIGHT DID NOT ILLUMINATE, EVEN WHEN THE ENGINE WAS COMPLETELY OUT OF OIL! I OPENED A CASE WITH VOLVO USA AT THE TIME AND WAS TOLD TO BRING THE CAR TO A DEALER","quote_3_odi":"11599825","quote_3_text":"Discovered that my engine is burning oil. There was no warning from my vehicle or from Volvo (during regular maintenance) that this was happening. It was just sudden that the check engine light went on and I checked the oil and found that it was basically empty","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2012-seat-belt-recall-buckle","label":"Front seat belt recall parts delay and buckle sticking","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2020-11 → 2023-02","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11453320","quote_1_text":"I have a 2012 S60R. I just received the recall notice for the front seat belts last week. In September of 2021, the warning light on the dash board intermittently comes on with a warning sound stating that my rear seat belt is not in use","quote_2_odi":"11406764","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V378000 (SEAT BELTS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL","quote_3_odi":"11476537","quote_3_text":"The drivers seat belt to lock in place or unlock gets stuck ! Makes it very difficult to ge try out of my vehicle daily. This is a major concern if i am ever in an emergency and cannot get out of my seat","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2012-trim-delamination-sharp-edges","label":"Steering wheel and interior trim delamination, sharp edges","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2013-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":121,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10503380","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL BEZEL DELAMINATES ON THE BOTTOM OF THE STEERING WHEEL AND BECOMES VERY SHARP CAUSING CUTS ON HANDS. DEALER REPLACED THE BEZEL AND WE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM AGAIN. IT APPEARS TO BE A DEFECT IN THE DESIGN OR MANUFACTURE OF THE BEZEL","quote_2_odi":"11483292","quote_2_text":"The steering wheel trim peeled and created a razor sharp surface at the bottom which sliced through my finger and caused pain and bleeding. It is difficult to avoid touching the sharp part of the steering wheel especially at highway speeds","quote_3_odi":"11321399","quote_3_text":"INTERIOR ADHESIVE CHROME TRIM DELAMINATING AND VERY SHARP CAUSING A CUT HAND ON THE STEERING WHEEL AND CENTER CONSOLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2013-air-bag-non-deployment","label":"Air bag non-deployment or unexpected deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2019-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11232536","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLVO S60. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH AND APPROACHING AN INTERSECTION, THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED. THERE WAS NO INJURY. THE POLICE WAS CONTACTED, BUT THE CONTACT WAS UNAWARE IF A POLICE","quote_2_odi":"10564219","quote_2_text":"I WAS TRAVELING BETWEEN 30 - 40 MPH IN MY 2013 VOLVO S60 WHEN I STRUCK AN SUV FROM BEHIND. NONE OF THE AIRBAGS IN MY VEHICLE DEPLOYED, EVEN THOUGH IT WAS A DIRECT REAR END COLLISION. AFTER THE COLLISION MY INSTRUMENT PANEL DISPLAYED THE WARNING MESSAGE 'SRS AIRBAG SERVICE","quote_3_odi":"10822085","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2013 VOLVO S60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CONTACT DROVE THROUGH A STOP LIGHT AND CRASHED INTO THE SIDE OF ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE HOOD OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE FRACTURED AND BECAME DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2013-door-lock-electrical-failure","label":"Door lock and remote access electrical failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-04 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11302987","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT STATED AFTER ENTERING THE VEHICLE HE WAS UNABLE TO ROLL DOWN THE WINDOWS OR LOCK THE DOORS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO (VOLVO CARS RICHMOND 7211 W BROAD ST, RICHMOND, VA 23294), TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS THE VEHICLE HAD","quote_2_odi":"11297882","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY WHEN I DID NOTICE THE DRIVER'S SIDE DOES NOT LOCK PROPERLY (CAR DOES NOT BEEP WHEN LOCKING AS USUAL). IN ORDER FOR THE DOOR TO LOCK PROPERLY, THE DRIVER'S DOOR NEEDS TO BE CLOSED MUCH HARDER THAN USUAL, TECHNICALLY SLAMMED SHUT. IN ORDER TO OPEN THE","quote_3_odi":"11288830","quote_3_text":"THE TRUNK WOULD NOT OPEN WITH THE KEY FOB. ANOTHER TIME, THE CAR DRIVER DOOR WOULD NOT LOCK. WHEN THE DRIVER DOOR WAS OPENED, THE CAR ALARM WOULD GO OFF. THE DEALER REPLACED THE LOCKING MECHANISM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2013-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":28,"date_range":"2018-12 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11507191","quote_1_text":"Purchased the car with 120,000 miles and noticed it was burning 5 1/2 quarts of oil every 3,500 miles. Thought it was an oil leak and had that repaired but issue continued. Drove another 3,500 miles and had to add another 5 1/2 quarts of oil. Light never went on the last time","quote_2_odi":"11157262","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY TO WORK ON 12/3/18 MY VEHICLE DRIVER INFORMATION CENTER DISPLAYED A MESSAGE OF \"NO OIL PRESSURE - PARK SAFELY\". AS I ATTEMPTED TO PULL TO THE SHOULDER OF THE HIGHWAY THE ENGINE STARTED KNOCKING VERY LOUDLY AND SHUTDOWN! THE ENGINE NOW HAS","quote_3_odi":"11298184","quote_3_text":"THE CAR HAS BEEN HAVING AN OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE. TRYING TO STAY AHEAD OF IT, I WAS CHANGING THE OIL EVERY 5K WITH FULL SYNTHETIC. WHILE DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, THE CAR STARTED VIBRATING, I RECEIVED A MESSAGE \"REDUCE SPEED OR SHIFT UP\", AND A BLINKING CHECK ENGINE LIGHT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2013-transmission-jolt-low-speed","label":"Transmission jolt or buck at low speed stops","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2020-04","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11321927","quote_1_text":"THE VEHICLE SHIFTS ERRATICALLY IN STOP AND GO TRAFFIC WITH FREQUENT SURGES AND JOLTS AT LOW GEARS. THIS ALSO OCCURS AT HIGHER TEMPERATURES (AFTER DRIVING FOR A WHILE ON HOT DAYS) AND DURING STOP AND GO TRAFFIC ON HOT DAYS. TRANSMISSION ENGAGES SLOWLY AFTER A FULL STOP AND OFTEN","quote_2_odi":"10954158","quote_2_text":"WHEN COMING TO A STOP, ONCE STOP HAS COMPLETED, WHILE FOOT IS ON THE BRAKE AT RANDOM TIMES THE VEHICLE WE JOLT FORWARDED. THE JOLT WOULD BE IN COMPARISON TO THE FEELING OF BEING REAR ENDED AT A COMPLETE STOP. I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR TO THE LOCAL VOLVO DEALERSHIP AND THEY CHECKED IT","quote_3_odi":"10882830","quote_3_text":"WHEN I AM SOMETIMES EITHER STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, INTERSECTION OR ON A HIGHWAY, THE TRANSMISSION WILL ALMOST STOP, BUCK AND THEN RESUME DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2013-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield seal water leak into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2013-01 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":85,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11602261","quote_1_text":"Since we purchased the car in December, water was observed on occasion streaking down the inside of the windshield. The headliner is damp after rain, and is stained from water as a result. Additionally defrost/defog wasn’t working, and my son reported having to pull over and","quote_2_odi":"11430967","quote_2_text":"Water was dripping onto my lap while I was driving (distracting), as well as obstructing my vision while it ran down the inside of the glass. Took the car to the volvo dealership and found the windshield was loose. Had to pay to have the windshield replaced for safety reasons","quote_3_odi":"11418426","quote_3_text":"For the last year or so I have been experiencing a leak on the passenger side coming from the windshield. It is quite noticeable after heavy rain and even going through the carwash. The water has damaged the interior material right behind the sun visor. As a result, I glued it a","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2014-door-lock-latch-failure","label":"Door lock and latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2022-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11485816","quote_1_text":"Door latch broken as described in recall R89978. Called local dealership and they are unable to fix it until October 27th, 1 month later","quote_2_odi":"11312310","quote_2_text":"2014 VOLVO S60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO DEFECTIVE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR LOCK SAFETY RECALL. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE DOOR COULD NOT BE UNLOCKED, RENDERING THE PASSENGER SEAT UNUSABLE. *JS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2014-excessive-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and piston-ring engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"11669402","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a complete engine failure in my 2014 Volvo S60 due to excessive oil consumption, a known defect in these models as documented in Volvo’s Quality Bulletin P10207","quote_2_odi":"11563613","quote_2_text":"The engine has been compromised due to excessive oil consumption for at least half the life of the vehicle. The oil level was detected y a Volvo mechanics being 4 quarts low despite the vehicle not being due for an oil change for another 2,200 miles","quote_3_odi":"11404229","quote_3_text":"EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION AT 75K MILES. OIL CHANGE WAS COMPLETED IN NOVEMBER 2020 BY VOLVO AUTHORIZED DEALER/SERVICE. \"NO OIL PRESSURE\" WARNING MESSAGE CAME ON ON 3/19/21. CHECKED OIL AND IT WAS NEARLY DRY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2014-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"Tire sidewall and tread failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2017-09","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10823937","quote_1_text":"I LEASE A 2014 VOLVO S60. THE VEHICLE CAME EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL TIRES, SIZE 235/45-R17-97V. THE DOT # IS AF8P-NIH6. THE ODOMETER HAS 8, 550 MILES. I DRIVE THE VEHICLE VERY CAREFULLY AND CONSERVATIVELY","quote_2_odi":"10616849","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO S60 EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL PRO CONTACT TIRES, SIZE 235/45 R17. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE TRAVELING 45 MPH, A LOUD NOISE WAS HEARD","quote_3_odi":"11025372","quote_3_text":"TAHATA RECALL. MY TIRES ARE NO MORE SAFE TO DRIVE WITH FROM THE DEALER.AND ONLY AFTER 52000KM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2014,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2014-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and speed control malfunction","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-03 → 2017-02","source_complaint_count":25,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-07","quote_1_odi":"10949908","quote_1_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO S60. WHILE ENTERING A COMMERCIAL GARAGE AND SLIGHTLY DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. AS A RESULT, THE CONTACT CRASHED INTO TWO PARKED VEHICLES","quote_2_odi":"10574348","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT OWNS A 2014 VOLVO S60 T6. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING AS THE CONTACT RELEASED THE CRUISE CONTROL FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"10586898","quote_3_text":"5/5/2014 DYNAMIC TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM FAILED AND CAR BECAME UNCONTROLLABLY WOBBLY WHILE DRIVING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2014/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-brake-failure","label":"Brake pedal failure to stop vehicle","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2017-04 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11526285","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving 20 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to stop until the brake pedal had gone to the floorboard","quote_2_odi":"11512685","quote_2_text":"Brake lines blew open while driving","quote_3_odi":"10979689","quote_3_text":"BRAKES FAILED TO STOP THE CAR ON THREE OCCASSIONS. BRAKES WOULD SLOW THE CAR DOWN;HOWEVER, THE BRAKE PEDAL WAS PUSHED ALL THE WAY DOWN AND THE CAR WAS STILL ROLLING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-door-latch-failure","label":"Rear and driver door latch failure","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11568364","quote_1_text":"The child safety lock is not engaged. The door latches on the rear right passenger door in my car has failed. It fails to unlock when from the inside. In an emergency situation. Passengers won't be able to exit the vehicle quickly","quote_2_odi":"11484059","quote_2_text":"While driving on the highway, the rear passenger door unlatched automatically and opened. The vehicle was in the shop for a recall on this part, however it appears that the labor was not done correctly or at all","quote_3_odi":"11309155","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V849000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) HOWEVER, THE PARTS TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS NOT YET AVAILABLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption and piston ring failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2020-02 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11704171","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing excessive oil consumption. The contact stated that the vehicle had consumed 3 quarts of oil after driving 2,100 miles","quote_2_odi":"11512670","quote_2_text":"Excessive Oil Consumption resulting in piston damage/failure! This vehicle has burned oil since I bought it used at about 80,000 miles. I checked the carfax prior to purchasing it and it had been maintained routinely","quote_3_odi":"11398063","quote_3_text":"MY CAR WAS EXCESSIVELY BURNING OIL. IT REQUIRED MULTIPLE OIL CHANGES AND I WASN'T NOTIFIED OF THE LOW OIL UNTIL THE OIL WAS NEARLY EMPTY. VOLVO PERFORMED TESTS TO CONFIRM I HAD AN OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE THAT COST OVER $500. THE INITIAL REPAIR WAS TO REPLACE THE PISTON RINGS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-power-loss-stall","label":"Sudden loss of engine power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11740292","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power. No warning lights illuminated","quote_2_odi":"11130764","quote_2_text":"WHILE DRIVING, ALL POWER (ALL POWER) IS LOST, WITHOUT WARNING. DRIVING NORMALLY IN TRAFFIC, THE CAR SIMPLY SHUTS DOWN. ENGINE STOPS, NO LIGHTS (INTERIOR OR EXTERIOR), NO DASHBOARD DATA, SAFETY SYSTEMS DISABLED, NO TURN SIGNALS, NO POWER STEERING, SAFETY FLASHERS DO NOT FUNCTION","quote_3_odi":"11153995","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLVO S60. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, IT STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-stop-start-shutdown","label":"Auto stop/start system shutdown malfunction","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-05 → 2015-12","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"10810458","quote_1_text":"STATIONARY VEHICLE EQUIPPED WITH KEYLESS IGNITION AND AUTO ENGINE \"START/STOP\" FEATURE. VEHICLE WAS STOPPED IN DRIVEWAY. ENGINE STOPPED, DRIVER STEPPED OUT OF CAR, ENGINE RESTARTED AND MOVED FORWARD, DAMAGING HOME AND BARELY MISSED PINNING DRIVER AGAINST WALL","quote_2_odi":"10789878","quote_2_text":"BY DEFAULT, THE AUTO STOP/START FUNCTION IS ENGAGED EVERY TIME YOU START THE 2015.5 VOVO S60. THE CAR HAS ABOUT 1,800 MILES AND WAS PICKED UP AT THE END OF AUGUST, 2015, LEASED AS NEW. MY WIFE WAS STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT, ON A RELATIVELY FLAT ROAD","quote_3_odi":"10721712","quote_3_text":"I WAS IN STOP-AND-GO TRAFFIC ON A LEVEL SURFACE STREET. AFTER I CAME TO A STOP, THE STOP-START SYSTEM SHUT OFF THE ENGINE. WHEN I LET UP ON THE BRAKE SLIGHTLY, THE CAR STARTED TO ROLL FORWARD, BUT THE ENGINE DIDN'T START (IT NORMALLY DOES THIS)","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-sunroof-shatter","label":"Sunroof glass shattering while driving","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2018-07","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11111427","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY AT 65 MPH (THE LEGAL LIMIT) AT APPROXIMATELY 6:55 AM ON 2 JULY 2018, I WAS TWO OR MORE CAR LENGTHS BEHIND THE CAR AHEAD OF ME WHEN THE SUN ROOF CATASTROPHICALLY SHATTERED. NO ROAD DEBRIS WAS OBSERVED AND THE ROAD WAS DRY AND NOT IN A CONSTRUCTION ZONE","quote_2_odi":"11103041","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF GLASS EXPLODED WHILE DRIVING ON THE FREEWAY IN HOT WEATHER. THERE WAS NO SIGN OF A ROCK OR ANY OTHER OBJECT HITTING THE VEHICLE. I HAVE DONE MY RESEARCH AND THIS IS A KNOWN ISSUE WITH VOLVO","quote_3_odi":"10927688","quote_3_text":"SUNROOF EXPLODED & SHATTERED AS I WAS DRIVING FOR NO APPARENT REASON!!!!","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"volvo-s60-2015-unintended-accel","label":"Unintended acceleration while braking or parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-07 → 2023-04","source_complaint_count":57,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-28","quote_1_odi":"11519475","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH and slowing down for a crosswalk with pedestrians in the crosswalk, the vehicle independently accelerated while depressing the brake pedal","quote_2_odi":"11464567","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2015 Volvo S60. The contact stated that while attempting to park in a parking garage, and applying the brake, her vehicle accelerated and crashed into a concrete wall, causing the air bag to deploy","quote_3_odi":"10883087","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLVO S60. WHILE DRIVING 5 MPH PULLING INTO THE GARAGE, THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED TO 60 MPH. THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE GARAGE AND THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"s60-2016-door-latch-recall-no-parts","label":"Door latch recall parts unavailable","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11317752","quote_1_text":"RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER IN JANUARY 2020 BUT NO FOLLOWUP FROM VOLVO YET. IT IS A SAFETY CONCERN REGARDING FAULTY DOOR LATCHES AND I AM CONCERNED WHILE DRIVING THE VEHICLE","quote_2_odi":"11315670","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO S60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V849000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"s60-2016-engine-shuts-down-while-driving","label":"Engine shuts down unexpectedly while driving","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2020-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"10820872","quote_1_text":"DRIVING STRAIGHT DOWN A ROAD AND AT A SPEED OF AROUND 40 MPH, ALL WARNING LIGHTS FLASHED AND THE ENGINE SHUT DOWN. AFTER A DISTANCE, THE CAR CAME TO A STOP AND I ATTEMPTED TO RESTART IT","quote_2_odi":"11306194","quote_2_text":"WHEN THE CAR'S ECO START/STOP IS ON, THE CAR WILL SHUT OFF FOR NO REASON FORCING ME TO TURN OFF THE CAR TO RESTART IT. SOMETIME IT HAPPENS WHEN THE CAR IS STOPPED BUT A FEW TIMES THE CAR WAS IN MOTION WHEN THE CAR JUST TURNS OFF","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"s60-2016-oil-consumption-piston-rings","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2020-07 → 2024-10","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11481894","quote_1_text":"At 86K miles can smell oil burning and add 1 quart light comes on. It's said Volvo is aware of a defect with the piston rings causing oil to consume and burn away. They aren't willing to address the issue outside warranty expiration","quote_2_odi":"11338534","quote_2_text":"I HAVE 86,585 MILES ON THE CAR AND HAVE FOLLOWED OR EXCEEDED THE MANUFACTURES RECOMMENDATION ON OIL CHANGES. NOW I AM TOLD AFTER MY LAST OIL CHANGE THAT THE ENGINE IS CONSUMING A LOT OF OIL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"s60-2016-seat-belt-fastener-recall","label":"Seat belt fastener recall unrepaired","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-09 → 2021-05","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11414832","quote_1_text":"2016 VOLVO S60. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARD TO NHTSA SAFETY RECALL 20V-378. *LD THE CONSUMER STATED THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME COMPLETING THE RECALL REPAIR. *JS","quote_2_odi":"11360378","quote_2_text":"THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT CORRECTED A KNOWN RECALL. NOR HAVE I RECEIVED AN UPDATE. THIS IS THE SECOND NOTICE IN THE ATTACHED DOCUMENT. THEY STATE THERE IS NOT YET PARTS AVAILABLE TO CORRECT IT","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S60","model_slug":"s60","cluster_id":"s60-2016-spontaneous-glass-failure","label":"Sunroof and windshield fail without impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-03 → 2021-01","source_complaint_count":26,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-02","quote_1_odi":"11386035","quote_1_text":"THE SUNROOF SPONTANEOUSLY EXPLODED OUTWARD ON THE HIGHWAY, NO POSSIBILITY OF ROAD DEBRIS HITTING IT AS NO OTHER CARS WERE NEARBY, AND I WAS NOT CLOSE TO AN OVERPASS","quote_2_odi":"11318027","quote_2_text":"SEMI-CIRCULAR STRESS FRACTURE IN WINDSHIELD OCCURRED ON ITS OWN AT SOME POINT AFTER DRIVING IT. NO IMPACT AT ALL. FRACTURE STARTS FROM DRIVER'S SIDE UPPER CORNER DOWN TOWARDS DRIVER'S VIEWING AREA AND THEN CURVES UPWARD","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/s60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-airbag-srs-fault","label":"Air bag warning light and SRS system fault","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-05 → 2023-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10330010","quote_1_text":"WANTED TO PURCHASE A NEW 2010 VOLVO. THE AIRBAG LIGHT WAS ON, DEALERSHIP COULD NOT CLEAR THE CODE. WAS TOLD BY A TECHNICIAN THAT THERE WAS A LOOSE CONNECTER AND THERE IS NO FIX AT THIS TIME, VOLVO OF AMERICA WANTED THE DEALERSHIP TO WRAP TAPE AROUND THE CONNECTOR AND JAM IT IN","quote_2_odi":"10514811","quote_2_text":"\"SRS (SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM) AIRBAG FAILURE URGENT\" MESSAGE CAME ON. I TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP FOR REPAIR. THE DIAGNOSIS WAS A FAULTY (R) FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT ASSEMBLY, WHICH WAS REPLACED. SEVERAL DAYS LATER THE FAULT MESSAGE RETURNED. DEALERSHIP CHECKED","quote_3_odi":"10465354","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2010 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DIRVING 30 MPH, SHE ATTEMPTED TO AVOID A DEER AND LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS INVOLVED IN A CRASH WITH THREE ELECTRICAL POLES AS A RESULT. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-cem-fuel-pump-stall","label":"Central Electronic Module fuel pump signal loss and stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11711155","quote_1_text":"Car would not crank, got fuel system replaced. Week later after being parked, while driving car cut off on highway. Mechanic has vehicle and has determined the issue is Central Electronic Module. Car is 2010 Volvo S80 with active recall but vin number is not apart of recall","quote_2_odi":"10316319","quote_2_text":"2010 VOLVO S80 TOTAL SYSTEMS FAILURE ON THE HIGHWAY. VOLVO DEALER REPLACED THE COMPUTER. THE COMPUTER HAD TURNED OFF THE FUEL PUMP, CAUSING ALL SYSTEMS TO FAIL. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN A MAJOR ACCIDENT. TWO OTHER FRIENDS WITH THE SAME MODEL VOLVO REPORT SIMILAR FAILURES. *TR","quote_3_odi":"10371951","quote_3_text":"TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE STOPPING AT AN INTERSECTION AND TRYING TO ACCELERATE, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED AND WOULD NOT MOVE. ONCE THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, IT SUDDENLY STALLED AGAIN HALFWAY THROUGH THE INTERSECTION; THE ENGINE REVVED","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-oil-consumption-brake-vacuum","label":"3.2L engine oil consumption and brake vacuum pump leak","component_code":"POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2015-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10694336","quote_1_text":"MY WIFE AND I HAVE BEEN DEALING WITH ORANGE LOW LEVEL OIL LIGHT COMING ON BETWEEN OIL CHANGES, IN MY 2010 VOLVO S80, FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS NOW. ON OCCASION, THE RED LIGHT HAS APPEARED AS WELL IF I DON'T ADD OIL FOR MY WIFE. THERE IS OBVIOUSLY AN OIL CONSUMPTION ISSUE THAT","quote_2_odi":"10680411","quote_2_text":"VOLVO BRAKE VACUUM PUMP IS LEAKING OIL ON THE 3.2 LITER MOTORS. VOLVO HAS FINALLY RECOGNIZED THE ISSUE WITH THIS LEAK AND HAS COME UP WITH A VOLVO BRAKE VACUUM PUMP REPAIR KIT (VOLVO 31401556 REPAIR KIT). ALONG WITH THE KNOW EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION OF THE 3.2 LITER MOTOR THIS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-subframe-corrosion","label":"Subframe corrosion near exhaust routing","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2022-03","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11458491","quote_1_text":"The exhaust for the car is routed within inches of the subframe which does not have a heat shield. The paint has since deteriorated and large rust holes have formed","quote_2_odi":"11437898","quote_2_text":"The sub frame located near the front exhaust has premature rust and corrosion to the point there are holes in the frame","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-wheel-tire-failure","label":"Wheel and tire failure at highway speed","component_code":"WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2010-12 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10373133","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO S80. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 70 MPH, BOTH FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE TIRES EXPLODED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE FRONT AND REAR PASSENGER SIDE RIMS WERE BENT AND CAUSING THE TIRES","quote_2_odi":"11526567","quote_2_text":"I was driving down the road at 60mph, and my car started to wobble a little bit. I pulled over to see if something was obviously wrong and I didn't notice anything. At this point I thought that maybe I needed a new rear shock, but when I got back on the road, the wobble was so","quote_3_odi":"10702380","quote_3_text":"TPS TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR COMPLETE FAILURE, TOTAL LOSS OF AIR PRESSURE IN RIGHT FRONT TIRE. UNIT FELL INTO THE TIRE, NORTHERN STATES SALT CORROSION. CONTINENTAL PART #PA66 GF30 OEM PART FOR FORD MOTOR COMPANY. *TR","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"S80","model_slug":"s80","cluster_id":"volvo-s80-2010-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield bonding detachment and water leak","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2019-11 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11524244","quote_1_text":"Leaking windshield. Notice Glass loose from top of windshield.Water leaking down into car on passenger and driver side. Floors soak and wet. Unable to drive in rain car smells due to wet floors. This windshield never was changed, it is the original","quote_2_odi":"11447027","quote_2_text":"There is a leak or gap at the top of the windshield allowing water to get into the car. Most notable when there is a heavy rain and the car sits overnight. Then what happens is that the water that gets in either fills up in the interior dome light areas or splashes out onto the","quote_3_odi":"11279861","quote_3_text":"WINSHEILD LEAKS INSIDE WHEN IT RAINS ACROSS PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/s80","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"V60","model_slug":"v60","cluster_id":"v60-2015-door-latch-recall-parts-unavailable","label":"Door latch recall parts unavailable","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2020-05 → 2021-08","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11430670","quote_1_text":"The latch on the driver side door stuck in the open position and the door latch would not function. The door remained unlatched and unsecured. All of the door latches were replaced at the dealer on 28 Dec 2020 per recall R89978. The problem hasn't been confirmed by the dealer","quote_2_odi":"11326173","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2015 VOLVO V60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V849000 (LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED THE VOLVO STORE (1051 W WEBSTER AVE #3033, WINTER PARK, FL","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/v60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"V60","model_slug":"v60","cluster_id":"v60-2015-oil-consumption-piston-rings","label":"Excessive oil consumption from piston rings","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"11601553","quote_1_text":"My Volvo has a known by Volvo defect of consuming too much oil resulting in me needing to top off oil roughly every 6 weeks. Volvo will not cover the repairs in full, I believe this is a safety issue as it could result in a catastrophic failure","quote_2_odi":"11497672","quote_2_text":"Excessive oil consumption. Piston ring failure. Cylinder 1 spark plug failure due to oil buildup","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/v60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"V60","model_slug":"v60","cluster_id":"v60-2015-sudden-loss-of-engine-power","label":"Sudden loss of engine power","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2015-12 → 2018-10","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10995216","quote_1_text":"CAR EXPERIENCES PREDETONATION/PREIGNITION OF THE SPARK PLUGS. THIS CAUSES THE TIMING TO BE RETARDED, CAUSING A VERY DANGEROUS LACK OF POWER, I HAVE TAKEN THE CAR IN 7X FOR RESOLUTION, THEY HAVE REBUILT THE ENGINE, ISSUE IS REOCCURRING. VOLVO CARS OF NA IS DOING NOTHING TO","quote_2_odi":"10810179","quote_2_text":"THE CAR, 2015 VOLVO V60, BEGAN SHUTTING OFF ITS MOTOR WHEN I CAME TO A STOP OR WHEN I PUT IT IN PARK AND A FEW TIMES WHEN I CAME TO A HARD STOP. THIS WOULD REQUIRE MY PUTTING THE CAR IN PARK, IF NOT ALREADY, PRESSING THE BREAK PEDAL AND PUSHING THE START BUTTON. DURING THESE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/v60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"V60","model_slug":"v60","cluster_id":"v60-2015-transmission-gear-slip","label":"Transmission slips and paddle shifters disengage","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-08 → 2017-01","source_complaint_count":21,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-03","quote_1_odi":"10898918","quote_1_text":"I AM A SINGLE MOM WITH AN AUTISTIC SON, AND TWO OTHER CHILDREN. I USED TO WORK FOR MITCHELL VOLVO IN SIMSBURY, CT AND JUST PURCHASED MY 2015.5 VOLVO V60 IN DECEMBER AND ONLY HAVE 10K MILES ON IT. I DRIVE, LITERALLY, THREE MILES PER DAY, EXCEPT FOR MY FIRST INCIDENT: IN EARLY","quote_2_odi":"10946392","quote_2_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL PADDLE SHIFTERS AUTOMATICALLY TURN THEMSELVES OFF. THIS IS VERY DANGEROUS IN SITUATION WHERE ENGINE BRAKING IS NECESSARY (INCLEMENT WEATHER, STEEP DOWN GRADES. WHEN USING THE PADDLES TO DOWN SHIFT AND SLOW THE CAR, THEY WILL AUTOMATICALLY TURN OFF, THE CAR","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/v60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-12v-battery-power-loss","label":"12V battery and complete electrical power loss while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2021-05 → 2025-01","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11511344","quote_1_text":"My wife and I were driving the vehicle and began to stop in a let hand turn lane when it shuddered violently and stopped without any ability to move forward or in reverse - an emergency message appeared in the dash display indicating a 12V battery charging fault, and to…","quote_2_odi":"11436734","quote_2_text":"A complete power failure. The main battery failed due to a software failure from The Battery Energy Control Module (BECM).  The entire car stopped working. No power to unlock the wheels. The car was dead towed on rollers under the wheels via flatbed truck","quote_3_odi":"11634084","quote_3_text":"The 12-volt battery has failed on 5 occasions. Each time, I tried to unlock the vehicle after being away from it for a short period (e.g., 5-40 minutes). I had to use the manual key to unlock the vehicle, but the vehicle wouldn't start.  I had the vehicle towed 4 times","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Unintended automatic emergency braking activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2024-11","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11698511","quote_1_text":"multiple times my car has been automatically braking and suddenly accelerates nearly causing me to rear end the vehicle in front of me. Several times I have been traveling down the road straight ahead with the cruise control system enabled and the vehicle will suddenly…","quote_2_odi":"11476749","quote_2_text":"We're experiencing constant phantom braking (sometimes multiple times within a day) with our vehicle on local roads as well as highways. Usually this occurs when we're approaching a vehicle in a turn lane, slowing down. Our blindspot sideview mirror lights light up when there is…","quote_3_odi":"11560494","quote_3_text":"Rear collision warning system activated without reason. While stopped at a traffic light the RCWS  activated and the emergency brake system engaged. This has been reported before to NHTSA. Vehicle was at the dealership for repairs or to identify the issue. Had to have it towed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-liftgate-strut-failure","label":"Power liftgate strut seizure and hinge malfunction","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11742916","quote_1_text":"The contact owns a 2021 Volvo XC40.  The contact stated that the liftgate was consistently making loud sounds while opening or closing.  There was no warning light illuminated. The local dealer was contacted. No further information was available. The manufacturer was not…","quote_2_odi":"11594175","quote_2_text":"When using the power liftgate, in normal day to day use, the strut had seized and the lift gate was stuck open. As we were parked, we attempted multiple times and different ways to lower the lift gate by the buttons provided for their lift gate, the key fob and by manually…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-propulsion-system-failure","label":"Propulsion system failure and complete loss of drive power","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2021-10 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11673958","quote_1_text":"The dashboard flashed the message \" Stop safely The vehicle will stop Propulsion system failure.\" I cut the lane and stopped my car on the Highway 99 shoulder. Just right, my car stopped on the Highway shoulder; it disabled itself and couldn't move at all. The gear shift can't…","quote_2_odi":"11748171","quote_2_text":"A warning message appeared stating “Propulsion System Failure” and indicated the vehicle would reduce speed.  The vehicle lost propulsion and came to a stop. After stopping, the vehicle would not re-enter Drive or Reverse and could not be driven","quote_3_odi":"11589423","quote_3_text":"In approximately May of 2023, my vehicle experienced \"propulsion system failure\" per a dash board light, and would not drive.  I had it towed to Volvo and they told me that it was a known defect that required a software upgrade.  They upgraded the software.  In May of 2024, the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-rearview-camera-unavailable","label":"Rearview camera unavailability and back-over prevention failure","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11685234","quote_1_text":"The supposed software fix for the rearview camera not being available did not solve the problem. I’m still getting “Camera is temporarily unavailable.” When shifting into reverse. Vehicle was updated to software version 3.7 and this issue persists","quote_2_odi":"11670489","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the back over prevention screen image malfunctioned and started flickering before displaying a blank screen. During the failure, the message \"Camera Unavailable\" was displayed. The cause of the failure was not yet determined","quote_3_odi":"11475194","quote_3_text":"Backup camera fails intermittently at least a dozen times, error message \"camera unavailable\". Camera icon disappears from dash. Took to dealer. No code, no problem. Backed up and worked, did not understand intermittently?! Asked tech to report to Volvo, got push back. I advised…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stop position","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-02","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11427734","quote_1_text":"On 8/3/21 I had an accident in my brand new 2021 xc40. I lightly tapped on the accelerator to close in a gap as I came to a stop at a red light. The vehicle jumped forward as though I floored the accelerator, though again, it was a slight tap. I rear-ended the car in front of me","quote_2_odi":"11603647","quote_2_text":"Car can move forward automatically itself from stop position","quote_3_odi":"11701801","quote_3_text":"When attempting to park the vehicle, at low speed, the vehicle performed an unintended acceleration leading the vehicle to crash","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2021-windshield-cracking","label":"Windshield cracking under minimal impact","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-06 → 2023-03","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11510262","quote_1_text":"front windshields crack from left or right pillar about 1/2 way up. I'm on my 3rd windshield. The forums for the XC40 are ALL having the same issue","quote_2_odi":"11495845","quote_2_text":"Had a cracked windshield, Volvo replaced with OEM. Another pin head size rock chip resulted in another cracked windshield. Google search will reveal the Windshield on the XC40 Volvo crack with the lightest contact. The glass has a defect and the crack interferes with driver…","quote_3_odi":"11422195","quote_3_text":"There appeared a crack on the passenger side of the car when making a turn onto a expressway ramp. There were no vehicles in front of me to kick up any road debris. I went to the Volvo dealer and the service manager dragged a ball point pen across the crack and said it was hit…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-aeb-phantom-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11713966","quote_1_text":"The AEB system has repeatedly activated without any apparent reason, causing the vehicle to brake suddenly when there are no obstacles, vehicles, pedestrians, or road hazards present. These events have occurred under normal driving conditions.  I have taken the vehicle to the…","quote_2_odi":"11570507","quote_2_text":"I have had serious safety issues with the current model as it has repeatedly engaged the anti collision braking nearly causing an accident on one of the 8-9 times this has happened. It was taken in to two different dealers multiple times for repeat errors with the anti collision…","quote_3_odi":"11450279","quote_3_text":"Without any other vehicles, pedestrians or objects, the car came to a sudden hard-brake stop with the seatbelt clenching around me. I was alarmed by this \"phantom braking\" experience. I have an appointment with my local Volvo dealer, though I don't expect a resolution","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-backup-camera-unavailable","label":"Backup camera unavailability after recall repairs","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11677135","quote_1_text":"Car has had a previous software recall done at a Volvo dealership to address issues with the back-up camera, but even after the recall, the camera display is still frequently malfunctioning.  When in Reverse, the  back-up camera display often freezes for several seconds at a…","quote_2_odi":"11671576","quote_2_text":"On 7/5 car's cameras (all of them) went off again when and Camera Not Available message displayed on console.  We had already gotten the NHTSA required software upgrade on 7/2 that was to correct this problem. Once the vehicle was turned off - and started again --  the cameras…","quote_3_odi":"11664927","quote_3_text":"Volvo has said a few times they have a fix for this issue. And the latest vehicle OS update 3 5.24 which I had installed at the dealer last week said they fixed the issue. They have NOT. I am still getting the message and no camera. This is not an isolated issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-front-suspension-strut-bearing","label":"Front strut upper bearing failure under 30k miles","component_code":"SUSPENSION","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-03 → 2024-03","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11578280","quote_1_text":"Both front strut upper bearings failed with less than 30k miles.  Continued noise coming from front end diagnosed as failed left strut, causing left upper bearing and strut to be replaced.  Polestar 2, which uses the same assembly and Volvo have issues technical journals","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-panoramic-sunroof-cracking","label":"Panoramic sunroof panel cracking without impact","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-02 → 2025-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11511415","quote_1_text":"We recently noticed a strange crack developing in the front panel of the sunroof of the car.  The cracks are very linear in nature, and there is no signs of a impact point and no \"spiderwebbing\" type cracks apparent.  When I researched online, I was surprised to see a large…","quote_2_odi":"11642785","quote_2_text":"My car was sitting inside my garage, and just formed a crack, with no external disturbance. There is absolutely no way this was caused by external damage. You will see in the pictures that there is no external damage, and you can mainly see the crack looking up from inside the…","quote_3_odi":"11510767","quote_3_text":"A series of large cracks have formed on the sunroof panel of the car.  The cracks are on the top of the vehicle, and there have been no occassions of rocks or debris hitting the vehicle (which would have been noticed as it would've needed to be a direct hit straight from the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-propulsion-system-failure","label":"Propulsion system failure and complete power loss","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11671271","quote_1_text":"In the past 3 months, my 2022 Volvo XC40 has experienced four complete power failures, each requiring a tow.  1️⃣ The first incident occurred while waiting at a left-turn lane; the car stalled and would not restart. 2️⃣ The second…","quote_2_odi":"11550952","quote_2_text":"Vehicle started shaking uncontrollably and was unable to accelerate.  I was to get it to buck and jerk and coast to my house out of a dangerous intersection.  Error stated Propulsion System Failure.  Shutting off the car and restarting the error code stayed","quote_3_odi":"11499437","quote_3_text":"When backing the vehicle out of a parking space on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, the vehicle lurched and moved very slowly. The center HUD displayed the message, \"Slow Down. The Vehicle will reduce speed. Propulsion system failure.\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2022-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration from stopped position","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11508568","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while dropping off her niece at school, the vehicle was at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed; however, the vehicle accelerated unintendedly and drove over the pavement. The brake pedal was depressed but failed to respond. The vehicle crashed into…","quote_2_odi":"11563100","quote_2_text":"The contact stated the vehicle was in park, with no accelerator pedal or brake pedal being depressed when it experienced an unintended acceleration. As a result, the vehicle crashed into a pole where it came to a stop. The air bags did not deploy","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-brake-loss","label":"Loss of brake function","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744615","quote_1_text":"I experienced complete loss of braking while driving my 2023 Volvo XC40 Recharge on a highway. One Pedal Drive was active","quote_2_odi":"11550725","quote_2_text":"I am reporting 2 incidents for my 2023 Volvo XC40, both involving failure of brakes to engage","quote_3_odi":"11520580","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving at approximately 30 MPH, he was approaching a stop light when he depressed the brake pedal to stop the vehicle however, the brake pedal stiffened","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-driver-assist-steering-faults","label":"Lane assist and adaptive cruise control faults","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-02 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11752676","quote_1_text":"The car speeds up from 30mph around a curve when the adaptive speed control loses sight of the vehicle ahead of me","quote_2_odi":"11747055","quote_2_text":"I could not control the car, and I ended up hitting a concrete construction barrier","quote_3_odi":"11718766","quote_3_text":"Driver assist failed and brakes failed when vehicle veered to left on its own","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-infotainment-shutdown","label":"Infotainment and electrical system shutdown while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11744378","quote_1_text":"While I was driving, the infotainment system turned itself off twice during the same trip. First time was on a highway and was extremely scary","quote_2_odi":"11618188","quote_2_text":"While driving, car suddenly stoped and all electrical functions stoped working. Could not even turn on hazard warning flashers","quote_3_odi":"11732029","quote_3_text":"Since the vehicle was purchased, the infotainment system has repeatedly crashed while the vehicle is in operation, at times as often as every 5 minutes","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-phantom-emergency-braking","label":"Automatic emergency braking with no obstacle present","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11526950","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system activated without a vehicle nearby and the vehicle experienced phantom braking","quote_2_odi":"11547353","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while her son was driving at various highway speeds, the brakes inadvertently activated, causing the vehicle to abruptly stop even though were no other vehicles or objects nearby","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-rearview-camera-unavailable","label":"Rearview camera unavailable when reversing","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11646827","quote_1_text":"Back up camera repeatedly fails. Often when put in reverse it says “camera temporarily unavailable “. Sometimes while actively backing up the camera fails. Service center says Volvo is aware but unable to fix","quote_2_odi":"11640000","quote_2_text":"The rear reverse camera cuts out with a message on the driver display stating \"Camera temporarily not available\". This occurs ~10% of the time","quote_3_odi":"11693063","quote_3_text":"I still receive the \"Camera Temporarily Unavailable\" message regularly when shifting my car into reverse, and I am unable to see the rearview camera image","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2023-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration at low speed","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-12 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":42,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11674216","quote_1_text":"On Wednesday, July 16, 2025 I was sitting at a stop light, using the Auto Hold system. A few minutes later, my car took off and accelerated on its own and hit the rear of a truck","quote_2_odi":"11637199","quote_2_text":"While I was slowly finishing pulling into a parking spot, with my foot solidly on the brake, the car suddenly lurched and accelerated. It jumped the parking spot wooden stop and then jumped the orange iron barrier that divides the parking lot from the pier road","quote_3_odi":"11629892","quote_3_text":"As I was braking and coming to a stop, the car suddenly lurched forward and accelerated on its own. Despite pressing the brake pedal multiple times, the car did not stop until it went about 15ft","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-aebs-false-violent-stop","label":"Automatic emergency braking violent activation on low-speed reversing","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11581246","quote_1_text":"This week I was backing up in a parking lot with NOTHING around me. I was still going slowly but the backup camera picked up an asphalt strip in between two cement pads and jerked so hard I have had whiplash like symptoms right after and ever since. The car stopped so hard my…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera unavailability and view degradation","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11673678","quote_1_text":"Volvo xc40 recharge back up camera views Front, Left and right side, rear Views don’t show any video view. Instead I get a black screen with 4 yellow circles with a camera in the center of the circle and a diagonal line through the circle","quote_2_odi":"11690630","quote_2_text":"The complaint is for Software Update 7.3 and the previous update for the 2024 Volvo XC40. Those updates modified the rear backup camera view, directing the camera downward. This is a critical problem when backing out of diagonal parking, where an adjacent vehicle blocks the…","quote_3_odi":"11550254","quote_3_text":"The contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle, the camera image was barely visible. The contact stated that the display screen was very dim. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had been diagnosed; however, the mechanic was unable to determine the cause of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system failure and unintended vehicle movement","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, POWER TRAIN, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11665414","quote_1_text":"Brake failure.  I was slowing to stop at traffic light when “brake failure” warning came on.  I then stepped on the brake and it was not working.  I turned on a side street just bf the traffic light and coasted to a stop amd turned car off","quote_2_odi":"11727849","quote_2_text":"Brake system failed. I was NOT in one pedal mode. I have up to date software. After break system failed I was unable to put vehicle in park. Parking break could not be applied. Could not turn car off or lock doors.   I was driving on interstate when it occurred","quote_3_odi":"11614571","quote_3_text":"My wife pulled into a neighbor's driveway and put the car in Park. The car stopped. She reached over to the passenger's seat to pick up an item and the car lurched forward, crashing into the closed garage door before she could stop it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-infotainment-audio-lockup","label":"Infotainment system audio loss and screen freeze","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755741","quote_1_text":"Randomly, the sound from the infotainment system stops working. This impacts the turn signal sound inside the car, the cross traffic alert sound, blind spot warning sounds, etc.  This can be fixed by restarting the infotainment center, but this is not safe to do while driving","quote_2_odi":"11666908","quote_2_text":"The Infotainment system in this automobile freezes frequently denying access to critical auto controls such as, one pedal EV driving, air conditioning/heating controls and many other controls. I have received a message that the, \"Camera is Unavailable\" and the screen goes dark","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-map-light-lockout","label":"Passenger-side map light unintended activation and lockout","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2026-04 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11748717","quote_1_text":"Blindingly bright passenger-side map light came on for no reason, illuminating the car and startling the driver AND other nearby drivers (it was night). Light would not respond to touch-sensitive on/off control. Had to cycle dome lights (another distraction and even more light)…","quote_2_odi":"11747706","quote_2_text":"passenger side map light keeps activating. It will not shut off via touch controls. only cycling the dome light manually (not by opening a door) tends to rectify the problem. Shutting off and restarting the vehicle does not work. It's particularly distracting at night for both…","quote_3_odi":"11732814","quote_3_text":"Passenger side map light activates and locks on for no reason. This can be particularly disruptive at night. The only way to switch off the light is by cycling the dome lights disruptive and dangerous at night","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-panoramic-roof-crack","label":"Panoramic sunroof internal glass cracking","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-12 → 2025-12","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707391","quote_1_text":"My Volvo XC40 front sunroof cracked wavy crack across front in internal glass. There was frozen ice on top of car which I left alone because of the glass roof underneath. When driving home today from work a huge chunk of ice lifted off top of car and the sunroof cracked…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC40","model_slug":"xc40","cluster_id":"xc40-2024-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration and brake non-response","component_code":"ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":28,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756190","quote_1_text":"Right when I turned the car on, a million different alarms went off saying different systems weren’t available. Then I started driving, and it accelerated normally, but when I took foot off accelerator: it didn’t slow down. This was really noticeable because I had one pedal…","quote_2_odi":"11723648","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that his wife was entering a parking lot at approximately 10 MPH when she heard the vehicle engine abnormally revving and the vehicle independently accelerated. The vehicle drove through the parking lot and crashed into a tree","quote_3_odi":"11563764","quote_3_text":"SUA Sudden unintended acceleration while making a U-turn to park in front of our home my wife, [XXX]  was driving when the vehicle suddenly accelerated rapidly jumping the curb onto the sidewalk onto grassy front lawn  then stopped","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc40","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-city-safety-false-activation","label":"City Safety and adaptive cruise unintended activation","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-03 → 2014-09","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10447398","quote_1_text":"AFTER STARTING UP FROM A STOP, CITY SAFETY ACTIVATED WITH AN EMERGENCY BRAKE ACTIVATION, WE WERE ALMOST REAR ENDED BY THE CAR BEHIND US. THERE WAS NO REASON FOR THE ACTIVATION OF THE BRAKES, VEHICLE IN FRONT WAS ACCELERATING AWAY FROM US, PLENTY OF SPACE BETWEEN US, AND SPACE","quote_2_odi":"10330965","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH WITH THE ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL ACTIVATED, THE VEHICLE ABNORMALLY ACCELERATED UNTIL THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE DUPLICATED. IN","quote_3_odi":"10316505","quote_3_text":"2010 VOLVO XC60 SURGED ON THREE OCCASIONS WHILE STOPPED AT A RED LIGHT. *KB THE CONSUMER STATED THE FIRST TIME THE INCIDENT HAPPENED, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO MOVE FORWARD AND THE TACHOMETER READING WAS 2500 RPM. THE LIGHT HAPPENED TO TURN GREEN BEFORE THE VEHICLE WENT ANY FURTHER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-electrical-warning-malfunction","label":"Intermittent electrical system warnings and malfunctions","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2014-12 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11595428","quote_1_text":"While slowing down and just about to make a turn into a private residence off of a highway, multiple indicator lights illuminated and audio warning \"dinging\" occurred for approximately 3 seconds. As I had already been slowly applying the brakes and starting to slightly turn the","quote_2_odi":"10663536","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER DISPLAYED 80 MPH AND THE SHIFT LEVER WOULD SHIFT GEARS FROM DRIVE INTO NEUTRAL AND THEN INTO PARK INDEPENDENTLY. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS NOT WORKING PROPERLY","quote_3_odi":"11121678","quote_3_text":"BATTERY DRAIN FROM SATELLITE IN VEHICLE. ALSO, WHEN ENGINE IS OFF, THE RADIO COMES ON UNLESS MANUALLY TURNED OFF. HOWEVER, EVEN WITH EVERYTHING OFF, BATTERY STILL DRAINS. I HAVE BEEN LEFT IN NOW TWO AREAS WITHOUT A RUNNING CAR. I REPLACED THE BATTERY IN APPROXIMATELY AUGUST","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-engine-oil-consumption-stall","label":"Excessive oil consumption and engine stalling","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11186220","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS, THE VEHICLE RESTARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE OIL TRAP","quote_2_odi":"10455318","quote_2_text":"\"OIL LOW\" MESSAGE APPEARED ON LCD DISPLAY INSIDE SPEEDOMETER DIAL. TURNED OFF CAR, WAITED FOR OIL TO DRAIN (10 MINUTES), AND CHECKED DIPSTICK. BONE DRY. HAD TO ADD 3 QUARTS OF OIL (ADDED WHAT WAS ON STICKER IN WINDSHIELD) TO REACH THE ACCEPTABLE MIDPOINT ON THE DIPSTICK. CAR","quote_3_odi":"10491546","quote_3_text":"THE PROBLEM OF THE ENGINE WAS FIRST REPORTED TO CULVER CITY VOLVO ON 12/12/2011. ON 10/30/2012 THE VEHICLE WAS SENT BACK THE 2ND TIME FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. AGAIN, ON 12/05/2012, THE VEHICLE WAS SENT BACK THE 3RD TIME FOR THE SAME PROBLEM. I WENT BACK TO CULVER CITY VOLVO TO PICK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-fuel-system-leak-stall","label":"Fuel system leak and unexpected stalling","component_code":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2010-04 → 2019-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11205879","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE CONTACT SMELLED FUEL FUMES INSIDE THE VEHICLE. THERE WERE NO WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS A FUEL LEAK AND THE FUEL PUMP AND REGULATOR NEEDED TO BE","quote_2_odi":"10433372","quote_2_text":"2010 VOLVO XC-60. CONSUMER STATES WHILE DRIVING THE FUEL TANK BEGAN TO BRISKLY LEAK GASOLINE *TGW THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUME THE FUEL LINE WHICH CONNECTED TO THE FUEL PUMP WAS DEFECTIVE. THE REPAIRS WERE COMPLETED UNDER WARRANTY. *JB","quote_3_odi":"10336669","quote_3_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 55 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE ENGINE RESTARTED AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS AND THEN RESUMED NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIAN ADVISED THAT","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-sunroof-drain-flood","label":"Sunroof drain tube clog causing floor and electrical flood","component_code":"STRUCTURE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2016-06 → 2017-06","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11000126","quote_1_text":"\"SUNROOF DRAINS TUBES ARE TOO SHORT AND ATTACH TO A SOUND TRAP IN THE A PILLAR OF VEHICLE. SOUND TRAP ALLOWS THE RAIN WATER TO DRAIN TO OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE. WITH THE DESIGN ON THE SHORT TUBES, THEY OFTEN DETACH FROM THE SOUND TRAP CAUSING EXCESSIVE WATER TO ENTER THE INTERIOR OF","quote_2_odi":"10871986","quote_2_text":"SUNROOF DRAINS TUBES ARE TOO SHORT AND ATTACH TO A SOUND TRAP IN THE A PILLAR OF VEHICLE. SOUND TRAP ALLOWS THE RAIN WATER TO DRAIN TO OUTSIDE OF VEHICLE. WITH THE DESIGN ON THE SHORT TUBES, THEY OFTEN DETACH FROM THE SOUND TRAP CAUSING EXCESSIVE WATER TO ENTER THE INTERIOR OF","quote_3_odi":"10969838","quote_3_text":"VOLVO XC60 FLOODED WHEN PARKED & POOL OF WATER GATHERED IN DRIVER SIDE FLOOR BOARD WATER DAMAGE IN ELECTRICAL HAS COMPROMISED SAFETY SYSTEM PER DEALER (AIR BAG WARNING WENT OFF). DEALER INDICATED AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY IN EVENT OF CRASH (YIKES, NHTSA PLEASE CAN YOU PUT TO TOP OF","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-tpms-valve-corrosion","label":"Tire pressure monitor valve stem corrosion and failure","component_code":"TIRES, WHEELS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2014-02 → 2016-03","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"10846341","quote_1_text":"TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR SUSCEPTIBLE TO CORROSION FROM ROAD SALT AND CAN BLOW OUT VALVE STEM RAPIDLY DEFLATING THE TIRE. WE HAD JUST RETURNED FROM A TRIP WITH THE VEHICLE AND PARKED IT AT HOME WHEN A SHORT TIME LATER THE VALVE STEM HAD BLOWN OUT DEFLATING THE TIRE","quote_2_odi":"10783044","quote_2_text":"TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR GAUGES ARE CORRODED AND HAVE FAILED ON THREE WHEELS IN THE LAST THREE YEARS","quote_3_odi":"10565871","quote_3_text":"WHILE DRIVING THE LOW TIRE PRESS WARNING CAME ON AFTER PULLING INTO SERVICE STATION, APPROX 2 BLOCKS PRESSURE IN TIRE WAS 25# WHEN ATTEMPTING TO ADD AIR THE VALVE STEM END FELL OFF EXPOSING THE SHRADER VALVE. AFTER TAKING TO DEALER THEY REPLACED TIRE PRESS MONITOR MODULE UNDER","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2010,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2010-windshield-seal-leak","label":"Windshield seal bonding failure and water intrusion","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":14,"date_range":"2016-11 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":56,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-09","quote_1_odi":"11372361","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 VOLVO XC60. THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THERE WAS LEAKAGE COMING FROM THE WINDSHIELD ON THE PASSENGER'S SIDE OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSURANCE ADJUSTER DISCOVERED THAT THERE WAS AN ADHESIVE BONDING FAILURE WITH THE WINDSHIELD. THE","quote_2_odi":"11165331","quote_2_text":"VEHICLE WINDSHIELD ISN'T SEALED PROPERLY. WATER POURS INTO CAR, JUST UNDER THE DASH AT AN ALARMING RATE WHENEVER IT RAINS. WHEN COMING TO A STOP OR ACCELERATING, THE WATER THAT HAS COLLECTED IN THE BODY CAN BE HEARD SLOSHING BACK AND FORTH. WHEN THE OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE DROPS","quote_3_odi":"11544920","quote_3_text":"Front windshield is not sealed properly. Leaks water at top of windshield and onto the steering wheel. This is not a problem with the sunroof","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2010/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"air-bag-warning-light-and-non-deployment","label":"Air bag warning light illumination and non-deployment","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-02 → 2017-05","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10992487","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND CRASHED. THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WAS SEVERELY DAMAGED, BUT THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY","quote_2_odi":"10680994","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"electrical-system-battery-lock-ignition-faults","label":"Electrical system faults in battery, locks, and ignition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2012-04 → 2020-09","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10788935","quote_1_text":"THE CAR HAS NEEDED 4 BATTERY CHANGES AND THE LAST TWO WERE IN JULY AND OCTOBER. ON ONE OCCASION THE CAR DIED AND WOULD NOT START AT ALL","quote_2_odi":"11361346","quote_2_text":"LOCKING MECHANISMS IN PASSENGER SIDE DOOR FAILING, UNABLE TO LOCK OR UNLOCK REMOTELY, HAVE TO MANUALLY LOCK OR UNLOCK FROM REAR PASSENGER SIDE DOOR TO ENTER VEHICLE","quote_3_odi":"10703042","quote_3_text":"WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE KEY FAILED TO RELEASE FROM THE IGNITION SWITCH WITHOUT WARNING","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"engine-oil-consumption-piston-turbo-failure","label":"Engine oil consumption requiring piston or turbo repair","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2013-08 → 2022-08","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10534811","quote_1_text":"I WAS DRIVING ON INTERSTATE 84 IN CONNECTICUT WHEN THE LOW OIL LIGHT CAME ON. THE CAR, WHICH IS DEALER SERVICED, UNDER WARRANTY, NEEDED ALMOST 2 QUARTS OF OIL","quote_2_odi":"10626842","quote_2_text":"LOW OIL LIGHT - TWO INCIDENTS. PISTONS HAD TO BE REPLACED AND THEN ENTIRE ENGINE. BOUGHT IT BRAND NEW","quote_3_odi":"11478127","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that she noticed an oil leak underneath the vehicle. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the turbo needed to be replaced","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"seat-belt-buckle-fails-to-release","label":"Seat belt buckle fails to release or is overly tight","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11258369","quote_1_text":"MALFUNCTIONING SEAT BELT LATCHES AND BUCKLES- THE SEAT BELT LATCHES DO NOT RELEASE THE BUCKLE VERY GOOD WHEN NEEDING TO EXIT THE VEHICLE (THEY STICK IN PLACE UNTIL THE LATCH IS HELD AT A SPECIFIC ANGLE WHILE PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON)","quote_2_odi":"11418442","quote_2_text":"This SUV. 2011 Volvo XC60 is our family travel vehicle. I had a bad scenario, The drivers side seat belt Buckle got stuck. Would not release, My girlfriend was in car trying to release buckle","quote_3_odi":"11478196","quote_3_text":"The front passenger seat belt will not release without much difficultly. If the vehicle started on fire or went into water, the passenger would likely die","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"sudden-stall-or-loss-of-vehicle-control","label":"Sudden stall or loss of vehicle control","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2012-03 → 2013-01","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"10494944","quote_1_text":"WHILE DRIVING ON A LOCAL STREET THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING SUDDENLY SHUT DOWN, BRAKING THE VEHICLE TO A SUDDEN STOP AND LOCKING THE STEERING WHEEL IN THE MIDDLE OF MOVING TRAFFIC","quote_2_odi":"10452746","quote_2_text":"THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE STEERING WHEEL SEIZED WITHOUT WARNING. IN ADDITION, THE GEAR SHIFTED FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE INDEPENDENTLY AND THE VEHICLE THEN STALLED WITHOUT WARNING","quote_3_odi":"10472122","quote_3_text":"VEHICLE WAS COASTING INTO PARKING SPOT AND EXPERIENCED SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION, HIT WALL. NEITHER GAS NOR BRAKE PEDAL WAS DEPRESSED AT THIS POINT AND FLOOR MATS WERE CLEAR OF PEDALS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2011,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"windshield-water-leaks-from-seal-failure","label":"Windshield water leaks from seal or adhesive failure","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2015-06 → 2024-02","source_complaint_count":36,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11170117","quote_1_text":"THE FRONT WINDSHIELD (ORIGINAL, FACTORY) ADHESIVE HAS FAILED AND THE WINDSHIELD IS LOOSE. BESIDES THE ANNOYANCE OF WATER LEAKING IN, THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE SINCE THE WINDSHIELD IS A STRUCTURAL COMPONENT WHICH RETAINS THE AIRBAGS AND OCCUPANTS","quote_2_odi":"11460995","quote_2_text":"Original OEM front windshield developed a leak causing water to start dripping onto my hands on the steering wheel and on my lap during a rainstorm","quote_3_odi":"11160829","quote_3_text":"WINDSHIELD THE FRONT SEAT ON THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER SIDE GETS ABOUT 2+ INCHES OF WATER ON THE FLOOR WHEN IT RAINS. THERE IS A CONSTANT DRIPPING OF WATER ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE OF THE WINDSHIELD","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2011/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2012-airbag-seatbelt-fault","label":"Airbag system fault tied to seat belt sensor","component_code":"AIR BAGS, SEAT BELTS, SEATS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-01 → 2023-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11522879","quote_1_text":"It was explained to me that since the Back rear seat in the Volvo XC60 seatbelt had a fault that it alerted the SRS airbag system. In event of a crash the airbags in my car would not deploy and that the only remedy was to replace the entire seatbelt in the Volvo. To prove this","quote_2_odi":"10818456","quote_2_text":"I WAS IN AN ACCIDENT DRIVING ON A HIGHWAY DRIVING MY VOLVO XC60. I WAS TRAVELING AT APPROX 100KM/H AND RAN INTO THE BACK OF A SEMI THAT WAS TRAVELING AT AN APPROX SPEED OF 80KM/H. THE IMPACT WAS IN THE RIGHT FRONT (PASSENGER) SIDE OF MY XC-60 AND THE LEFT REAR OF THE SEMI. THE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2012-electrical-charging-stall","label":"Electrical system charging fault with engine stall","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2012-08 → 2022-11","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11488496","quote_1_text":"A faulty radiator anti-tamper device caused loss of communication to the engine control computer. The check engine light turns on and “charging failure-service urgent” message pops up during driving. Which cause the drivers worry even panic. I talked to local dealer several","quote_2_odi":"11493444","quote_2_text":"On October 12, 2022 while driving home from the Schar Cancer Center in Fairfax, my 2012 Volvo XC60 experienced an end of life event. My check engine light came on when I entered my neighborhood. The car began sputtering and the gas pedal was delayed and at times, unresponsive. I","quote_3_odi":"10469821","quote_3_text":"SUDDEN FAILURE OF THE POWER STEERING, AMONGST OTHERS, RIGHT IN THE MIDDLE OF A CROSSROADS. VERY DANGEROUS EMERGENCY STOPPING OF THE CAR, ENGINE STOPPED, ALL ALARMS ON, STEERING NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE TO USE WITHOUT POWER. HAD TO TOW THE VEHICLE TO SERVICE CENTER. VOLVO CLAIMS THIS IS","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2012,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2012-windshield-water-leak","label":"Windshield seal water leak into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":27,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2024-05","source_complaint_count":46,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11203168","quote_1_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 VOLVO XC60. WHILE OPERATING THE VEHICLE IN THE RAIN, WATER LEAKED FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE WINDSHIELD AND MADE CONTACT WITH THE DRIVER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER AND LOCAL DEALER WERE NOT NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE","quote_2_odi":"11458433","quote_2_text":"Our 2012 Volvo XC60 has a problem with the seal along the top of the windshield, which allows water into the interior of the car. It can end up dripping onto my lap while driving, which is distracting and a potential safety issue, and it also can obstruct visibility as water","quote_3_odi":"11475160","quote_3_text":"The front windshield was not properly sealed during manufacturing and is now leaking when it rains. Water drips down the inside of the windshield in front of the driver resulting in distraction and poor visibility. I also fear that in an accident the windshield would not perform","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2012/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-airbag-warning-water-intrusion","label":"Air bag warning lights and water intrusion","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2018-02 → 2025-05","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11659242","quote_1_text":"\"During airbag deployment, the driver’s hand was burned with blistering. I believe hot gas or chemicals vented abnormally. This caused a painful injury requiring treatment.\"","quote_2_odi":"11526446","quote_2_text":"Water leakage from top of windsheild due to common failure of sealant (known to Volvo) falls directly into steering wheel airbag and, from there, flows into the seam between airbag module and the steering wheel and collecting behind the airbag subjecting the electrical","quote_3_odi":"11288998","quote_3_text":"A MONTH AGO PURCHASED A 2013 VOLVO XC60 FROM A USED CAR DEALERSHIP. ON 12/9/19 THE AIRBAG ICON APPEARED WHICH SAID,\" SRS AIRBAG SERVICE URGENT.\" SINCE I LIVE IN NEW YORK AND BOUGHT THIS VEHICLE OUT OF STATE IN ( VIRGINIA) , I CALLED A VOLVO DEALERSHIP NEAR ME ABOUT THE PROBLEM","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-brake-wear-pedal-response","label":"Uneven brake wear and pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2019-06 → 2019-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11222007","quote_1_text":"I WAS PULLING INTO A PARKING SPACE AND PUT MY FOOT DOWN TO APPLY THE BRAKES THE CAR WOULD NOT SLOW DOWN, THE HARDER I PUSHED ONTHE BRAKE THE MORE THE CAR WOULD GO FORDWARD. HAVE YOU HAD ANYTHING LIKE THIS BEFORE","quote_2_odi":"11220803","quote_2_text":"UNEVEN BRAKE WEAR . THE CAR HAS 60000 MILES AND THE BACK BRAKES HAVE NEEDED TO BE CHANGED TWICE AS WELL AS ROTORS. THE FRONT PAD HAVE YET TO BE REPLACED","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-city-safety-false-auto-brake","label":"City Safety auto-braking without obstruction","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2014-07 → 2024-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11595698","quote_1_text":"The vehicle came to a stop in two different occasions (6 months apart) without a reason. The first occasion was while exiting the freeway, there was no car or object in front of me. The second time I had gone over a manhole and the car screeched to a halt on a city street. I was","quote_2_odi":"10608342","quote_2_text":"12/24/13 APPROX 6:00 PM DRIVING APPROX. 65 MPH ON ROUTE 9 SOUTH IN CT WITH CRUISE CONTROL ON. NO OTHER VEHICLES IN FRONT OR NEARBY AND SUDDENLY THE RED DASHBOARD LIGHT FLASHED AND WARNING SOUNDS AND THE CAR BEGAN TO AUTO BRAKE ABRUPTLY TO 45 MPH. I PULLED OFF THE ROAD TURNED OFF","quote_3_odi":"11364139","quote_3_text":"WHEN ENTERING THREE LOCAL INTERSECTIONS THE CITY SAFETY AUTO BRAKE ENGAGES EVEN THOUGH THERE IS NOTHING IN FRONT OF THE CAR. IT HAS ONLY HAPPENED AT THESE 3 LOCATIONS. THEY ARE LIGHT CONTROLLED INTERSECTIONS WITH INGROUND SENSORS. SPEEDS HAVE ALWAYS BEEN LESS THAN 10 MPH. THE","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-stall-unintended-acceleration","label":"Engine stall and unintended acceleration","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2016-10 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11362380","quote_1_text":"THIS VOLVO EXPERIENCES \"SUDDEN UNINTENDED ACCELERATION\" PERIODICALLY (ESTIMATED AT 2 TIMES PER YEAR) SINCE IT WAS NEW. THIS UNINTENDED ACCELERATION MANIFESTS ITSELF GENERALLY WHEN COMING TO A STOP (RED LIGHT, DRIVE THRU RESTAURANT, PARKING LOT) BUT HAS HAPPENED ONCE ON THE","quote_2_odi":"11458378","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volvo XC60. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled in the middle of the road. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and proceeded to his","quote_3_odi":"10915414","quote_3_text":"NUMEROUS TRIPS TO THE LOCAL VOLVO DEALER TO FIND THE ISSUE WITH MY VOLVO. LAST EPISODE 10.07.2016 DRIVING ON CITY STREETS. APPROX. SPEED 25-30 MPH. SLOWING DOWN AND MAKING A COMPLETE STOP. ACCELERATING TO MOVE ON BUT CAR IS NOT RESPONDING. RPM STAYS AT 600 EVEN THOUGH GAS PEDAL","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-steering-trim-pump-leak","label":"Steering wheel trim separation and pump leak","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2017-10","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11030857","quote_1_text":"THE STEERING WHEEL TRIM IS SEPARATING AND LEAVING SHARP METAL EDGES. THE CUTS I HAVE SUSTAINED ARE MINOR IN NATURE BUT THE DISTRACTION OF HAVING BLOOD DRIPPING ON THE STEERING WHEEL WHILE DRIVING IS SIGNIFICANT. THE PHOTO SHOWS A CUT FROM A DAY AGO, BUT THIS HAS HAPPENED","quote_2_odi":"10823747","quote_2_text":"I HAVE A MINOR LEAK ON THE STEERING PUMP ON 2013 VOLVO XC60. WENT TO THE VOLVO-MISSISSAUGA DEALER TODAY (INVOICE# 197408) AND THEY SAID THAT THIS IS NOT QUALIFYING AS A LEAK BUT RATHER IT IS A \"VISIBLE SWEAT\" FROM THE STEERING PUMP. \"VISIBLE SWEAT\" MEANS LOOSING STEERING FLUID","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-sudden-loss-electrical-power","label":"Sudden loss of electrical power and door controls","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11607357","quote_1_text":"The component or system that failed is the driver side door controls for all four windows and both side mirrors. My safety is at risk as I am unable to adjust my mirrors manually or electronically in order to see. I am also unable to roll down any of the windows in the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11439425","quote_2_text":"Summary: Vehicle suddenly and completely loses all electric power. i.e. no lights, including hazard lights or brake lights, no engine, no power steering. Status: The root issue has occurred twice, and the vehicle is pending service to positively diagnose and repair the issue","quote_3_odi":"11426484","quote_3_text":"The contact owns a 2013 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while his wife was driving 5 MPH, the vehicle shut-off without warning. The contact stated that the electrical features ceased to operate in the vehicle. The contact stated that his wife was unable to activate the","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2013,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2013-windshield-seal-water-leak","label":"Windshield seal water leak into cabin","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":38,"date_range":"2017-06 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":66,"reviewed_at":"2026-09-10","quote_1_odi":"11744958","quote_1_text":"Windshield leaks water into cabin. Volvo dealership charged $190 to diagnose problem. Told me I need a new windshield but they do not do glass replacement or repairs. They said sealant is bad at top of windshield. This is the original factory windshield. They referred me to a","quote_2_odi":"11525751","quote_2_text":"Several ounces of water leaking onto drivers hands on steering wheel from top of windshield when braking in adverse weather conditions is a severe and dangerous distraction to driving and braking. Condition first noticed in first heavy rain storm soon after using drive-through","quote_3_odi":"11408026","quote_3_text":"WHEN RAINING OUTSIDE WATER DROPS INSIDE ON THE DRIVER FROM THE TOP OF THE WINDSHIELD ABOVE THE STEERING WHEEL . THIS JUST STARTED ON A 7.5 YEAR OLD CAR BUT WITH ONLY 47,850 MILES. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE THE DRIVER IS GETTING WET AND IS TOTALLY DISTRACTED AND, IF IGNORED,","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2013/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-blis-failure","label":"Passenger-side blind spot monitor failure","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, LANE DEPARTURE","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2016-09 → 2018-01","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11063404","quote_1_text":"VEHICLE HAS BEEN TAKEN TO DEALER MANY TIMES OVER TWO YEARS FOR INTERMITTENT FAILURE OF THE PASSENGER SIDE BLIS. WILL FAIL TO INDICATE VEHICLE IN BLINDSPOT IN MOTION OR STATIONARY","quote_2_odi":"11029964","quote_2_text":"PASSENGER SIDE BLIS WORKS INTERMITTENTLY, DRIVERS SIDE WORKS FLAWLESSLY. RETURNED TO DEALER MULTIPLE TIMES, UNABLE TO EFFECT REPAIR","quote_3_odi":"10905571","quote_3_text":"PASSENGER SIDE BLIND SPOT SENSOR WORKS INTERMITTENTLY. OFTEN WILL NOT DETECT VEHICLES THE SIZE OF A TRUCK","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-city-safety-false-brake","label":"False activation of City Safety automatic braking","component_code":"ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC), SERVICE BRAKES, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2016-12 → 2019-03","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11184313","quote_1_text":"WE HAVE IN AT LEAST 2 OCCASIONS EXPERIENCE THE FEATURE \"CITY SAFETY\" ON OUR VOLVO XC60 2015 , BRAKING TO A STOP WHILE WE ARE IN TRAFFIC FOR NO APPARENT REASON","quote_2_odi":"10930372","quote_2_text":"I AM CURRENTLY DRIVING A 2015 XC60 T6 AND HAVE HAD ISSUES WITH THE CITY SAFETY FEATURE ON THE CAR. PLEASE READ THE ATTACHED LETTER SENT TO VOLVO DIRECTLY AFTER GETTING NO RESOLUTION THROUGH THE LOCAL DEALERSHIP","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-electrical-stall","label":"Stall and loss of electrical power while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2016-02 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11585107","quote_1_text":"Vehicle failed to start after short trip (<5 miles) with no electrical power present. Jump started from another car after approximately 1/2 hour. Drove car to home, car stalled in driveway again with no electrical power","quote_2_odi":"11063405","quote_2_text":"SINCE PURCHASED, ENGINE DIES, DOES NOT RESPOND TO THROTTLE. TAKEN TO DEALER SEVERAL TIMES, ESCALATED TO VOLVO. NO CODES, NO TROUBLE FOUND. ON TUESDAY VEHICLE STRANDED IN INTERSECTION, NO POWER","quote_3_odi":"11144948","quote_3_text":"I WAS DRIVING AND MY VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUT DOWN LEAVING ME STRANDED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD. I WAS NOT ABLE TO TURN ON THE HAZARD LIGHTS. IT APPEARED AS IF SOMEONE COMPLETED UNPLUGGED MY CAR FROM THE POWER OUTLET","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-fuel-system-fire","label":"Engine compartment fire following fuel system fault","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-09 → 2025-06","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11666124","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving on a main road at 25 MPH, when a message was displayed on the instrument panel that stated \"Engine Performance Degraded\" and the vehicle experienced a significant reduction in automotive power, the contact proceeded to pull over and a few","quote_2_odi":"11433750","quote_2_text":"On 9/8/2021, Niello Volvo Sacramento service replaced my fuel pressure sensor and fuel line. On 9/15/2021, my engine caught fire and the car was deemed a total loss by insurance company","quote_3_odi":"11470184","quote_3_text":"In approximately 2016 we noticed a strong smell of gasoline around our new car. There was a puddle of gasoline under the car in our garage. We had the car towed to the Volvo dealership and they replaced some fuel-line components under the hood","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-horn-failure","label":"Horn requires excessive force to activate","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2015-08 → 2015-08","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"10758616","quote_1_text":"THE HORN ON MY 2015.5 VOLVO XC60 HAS FAILED TO WORK EFFECTIVELY ON ABOUT 5 OR MORE OCCASIONS WHEN IT WAS NECESSARY TO WARN ANOTHER VEHICLE OF A POTENTIAL COLLISION","quote_2_odi":"10758617","quote_2_text":"THE HORN ON OUR 2015 VOLVO XC60 HAS FAILED TO WORK FOR ME ON 3 OR MORE OCCASIONS WHEN IT WAS NECESSARY TO WARN ANOTHER VEHICLE OF A POTENTIAL COLLISION","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-oil-consumption","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-05 → 2026-01","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11751199","quote_1_text":"Engine blew up while my daughter was driving due to excessive oil consumption. Issue known by Volvo but we bought the car in 2023 and the 8year warranty recall was just about to expire and we knew nothing about it. Very dangerous","quote_2_odi":"11628991","quote_2_text":"The vehicle was taken to the dealer who confirmed that the vehicle was consuming 15-quarts of engine oil every 6,000 miles driven. The dealer determined that oil was leaking into the pistons. The dealer stated that the pistons and piston rings needed to be replaced","quote_3_odi":"11609144","quote_3_text":"Volvo has issued an extended warranty letter to customers due to excessive oil consumption, but Volvo failed to provide this letter for this vehicle","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2015,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"volvo-xc60-2015-seatbelt-lock-failure","label":"Seat belt failure to lock or tighten","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-02 → 2022-10","source_complaint_count":47,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-29","quote_1_odi":"11491124","quote_1_text":"Every time we install the car seats, the seat belts will not lock after being buckled. The implications of a seat belt failing to lock a car seat down could he catastrophic","quote_2_odi":"11450591","quote_2_text":"Seat belt loose and doesn’t tighten with sudden stops. Consumer stated that dealer has not contacted her about replacing recalled seatbelt","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2015/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2016-city-safety-unintended-braking","label":"City Safety system triggers unintended braking","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2017-10 → 2018-08","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11041530","quote_1_text":"CITY SAFETY BRAKES FOR NO REASON. WHEN APPLYING THE BRAKES, BRAKES GRAB AND CAR LUNGES FORWARD, SOMETIME THE CITY SAFETY MESSAGE APPEARS AND OTHER TIMES IT DOES NOT. I WAS BREAKING FOR A STOP WHEN THIS HAPPENED. THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO REAR ENDED BECAUSE OF THE SUDDEN STOP. THIS","quote_2_odi":"11119963","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO XC60. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE AND THE BRAKES ENGAGED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS INTERMITTENT AND OCCURRED TEMPORARILY. VOLVO CARS PRINCETON (2931 BRUNSWICK PIKE, LAWRENCE","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2016-electrical-stall-no-start","label":"Electrical fault causes stall or no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2018-09 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11547155","quote_1_text":"There was (still is) an issue with my 2016 Volvo XC60's electrical wiring. I was driving, about to get onto the highway when my volvo stalled on the on ramp. It wouldn't start, it couldn't be jumped. It had to be towed to the repair shop. They charged me over $1,000.00 for a","quote_2_odi":"11131164","quote_2_text":"MY CAR STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE ROAD WITH MY CHILD IN THE CAR; COME TO FIND OUT THEIR IS A STARTER RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH THIS YEAR MAKE AND MODEL, BUT NOT ASSOCIATED WITH MY VIN. AFTER NUMEROUS OTHER BREAK DOWNS THIS WAS CONFIRMED BY A MECHANIC THAT IT IS AN ISSUE. VOLVO","quote_3_odi":"11695533","quote_3_text":"appears to be significant electrical issue or internal computer issue causing a safety issue","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2016-headlight-fogging","label":"Headlight lens fogging dims night visibility","component_code":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-03 → 2021-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11431438","quote_1_text":"The plastic lenses that cover the headlights have fogged up in less than 4 years the lights are no longer bright enough to provide proper driving conditions at night. I spoke with volvo and they said that lenses are not covered even though the cat is still under warranty. This","quote_2_odi":"11405701","quote_2_text":"ADAPTIVE BENDING LIGHTS GO OFF INTERMITTENTLY AND HEADLAMP MALFUNCTION WARNING ON DASH","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2016-oil-consumption-engine-failure","label":"Excessive oil consumption leading to engine failure","component_code":"ENGINE","complaint_count":17,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11533429","quote_1_text":"My vehicle sustained catastrophic, permanent engine failure while I was driving, in two-way city traffic. Cars backed up behind me, I had difficulty opening my door because of oncoming traffic, and eventually was able to push it (and get help pushing) to the intersection gas","quote_2_odi":"11608768","quote_2_text":"The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle lost motive power. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the vehicle was diagnosed with engine failure. The contact","quote_3_odi":"11446234","quote_3_text":"\"The contact owns a 2016 Volvo XC60. The contact stated that while driving at 25 MPH, the oil warning light illuminated. The contact stated that she refilled the oil when she arrived at her residence. The contact noticed that the vehicle was consuming an excessive amount of oil","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2016,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2016-seatbelt-recall-parts-delay","label":"Seat belt recall repair delayed by parts shortage","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2020-12 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":38,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-30","quote_1_odi":"11390680","quote_1_text":"I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE IN AUGUST 2020 (FOR A RECALL ISSUED IN JUNE 2020) AND I CONTACTED MY VOLVO DEALER (DON BEYER DULLES, VA), WHO SAID THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. I RECEIVED A SECOND SAFETY RECALL NOTICE IN DECEMBER AND I CONTACTED MY VOLVO DEALER, WHO SAID","quote_2_odi":"11386490","quote_2_text":"TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 VOLVO XC60. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 20V378000 (SEAT BELTS) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE RECALL REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CALLED TO GORGES VOLVO CARS (17665 BURT ST, OMAHA, NE 68118; (402) 359-1500) WHERE IT","quote_3_odi":"11383288","quote_3_text":"A LETTER WAS SENT FROM VOLVO CORP ABOUT A SAFETY RECALL ON SEATBELTS IN AUGUST 2020 STATING THAT PARTS WOULD BE AVAILABLE AFTER NOV 2020. I CALLED THE LOCAL DEALER LAST WEEK AND APPARENTLY THEY DO NOT HAVE THE PARTS TO MAKE THE NECESSARY REPAIRS. I AM VERY CONCERNED FOR MY","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2016/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-aebs-unintended-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking unintended activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11424387","quote_1_text":"On two occasions the automatic breaking/city safety engaged on my Volvo XC60 2021 vehicle. In both incidences there was no need for this to happen. First incident (o/a June 25, 2021) occurred while changing lanes. There was traffic but said traffic was a safe distance in front…","quote_2_odi":"11730370","quote_2_text":"After 5 times of phantom breaking at high speed  I took the car to Betten Volvo. The did a system update to try to correct. The car has now 3 times in 2 weeks again triggered the break at highway speed","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-blis-intermittent-failure","label":"Blind spot indicator intermittent non-display","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2023-01","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11484780","quote_1_text":"The BLIS warning light has been malfunctioning and only displaying intermittently for several weeks.  We were traveling from Florida to Massachusetts when we discovered the problem.    We made arrangements for the car to be serviced twice, but they informed us they did not…","quote_2_odi":"11486621","quote_2_text":"Without warning, car loses BLIS,  electric windows and seats fail to work, ventilation system is inoperable. Supposedly fixed by dealer, but same issues have arisen within 60 days of repair","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-brake-rotor-premature-wear","label":"Brake pad and rotor wear at low mileage","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-09 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11485300","quote_1_text":"I brought the car to the Volvo dealer for my 20,000 miles service. They told me that the rear rotors and pads are worn and need to be replaced. The front brakes are fine. I think that this is a design flaw.  No one expects the rear brakes to wear first, and certainly not after…","quote_2_odi":"11564361","quote_2_text":"6/8/23: Vehicle in shop for 30K warranty service. Front brake pads flagged yellow for wear. Recommendation they be addressed next visit at 40K miles.  By 35K, Brake pedal was vibrating and steering wheel shaking upon moderate braking","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-driver-mirror-unintended-repositioning","label":"Driver-side exterior mirror unintended repositioning","component_code":"VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2026-03 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724198","quote_1_text":"The driver's side mirror repositions itself downward, upward, or outward when unlocking and opening a door. It infrequently repositions while driving as well. These occurrences put me and others at risk by increasing my blind spot when I need to change lanes","quote_2_odi":"11753923","quote_2_text":"After backing up out of a parking space, the side mirror on the drivers side moves to an unpredictable position and does not return to its original position.  This is potentially dangerous because the driver is not aware of this change in position, and when changing lanes may…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-fuel-pump-failure-limp-mode","label":"In-tank fuel pump failure and limp mode","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2022-07 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11741045","quote_1_text":"My 2021 Volvo XC60 experienced a fuel system failure at approximately 53,500 miles. Prior to the failure, the vehicle displayed multiple warning messages and entered reduced-power (limp mode), including the turtle symbol on the instrument cluster. The vehicle unexpectedly would…","quote_2_odi":"11473455","quote_2_text":"On June 30, 2022 our Volvo XC60 was driven at high speed on I-80 in western NE at dusk in heavy truck traffic before a holiday weekend.  With semi’s on 3 sides, and NO WARNING, the vehicle LOST COMPLETE POWER. Driver fought the rapidly slowing car out of the left lane and limped…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-pilot-assist-lane-control","label":"Pilot Assist unintended lane changes and drift","component_code":"STEERING, LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2021-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11731535","quote_1_text":"Multiple times, with the Pilot Assist system engaged, the vehicle has pulled me out of my intended travel lane when on a curve, near an on / off ramp, and generally tends to drift from the left to right of the intended lane of travel on straight sections of road","quote_2_odi":"11429521","quote_2_text":"This is in regards to Pilot Assist. My husband and I purchased this vehicle in May of 2021.  We have encountered several incidents (while using Pilot Assist).  The car has directed us to different lanes, steered us to guardrails and other cars and has failed to break when cars…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-power-steering-lockup","label":"Power steering lockup while driving","component_code":"STEERING","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2021-07 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11474232","quote_1_text":"On three occasions in September 2021 the car's steering locked up while driving so that I was unable to unwind the wheel, nearly sending me into stationary objects or the opposing lane. After slamming on the brakes, the wheel released. These all happened at low speeds, around…","quote_2_odi":"11429186","quote_2_text":"On 8/14/2021 I was driving on the far left lane on the 280S freeway and wanted to merge one lane to the right and as I was merging the steering wheel went stiff and caused me to lose control of the car. I almost get into a big accident with a Tesla","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2021-sunroof-drain-water-electrical","label":"Sunroof drain clog leading to water intrusion and electrical damage","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":45,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11743000","quote_1_text":"Volvo (Geely) inspected the car, found the electrical issues from the front interior to the battery compartment that had water over an inch deep. the VGM (Vehicle Gateway Module) was replaced and reloaded, all connectors were separate/dried and several had to be cut/spliced and…","quote_2_odi":"11613270","quote_2_text":"They found 1.5 inches of water under my front carpet and will be checking for electrical damage and corrosion. They told me this is not covered under the warranty and advised to call my insurance. My safety concern is future electrical issues/ failures while driving","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2022-12v-battery-drain-failure","label":"12V battery drain and no-start condition","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2022-04 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11472450","quote_1_text":"Brand new vehicle that I brought home 18 days ago. Went to start car this morning and it had zero power. The FOB didn't work so I couldn't get into my car. Tow Truck Driver jump started car successfully. Fortunately, I instructed the driver to take it to the dealership anyway…","quote_2_odi":"11608616","quote_2_text":"This Volvo XC60 B8 has a serious deficiency with the 12v system and main Battery where it discharges below 10v when the vehicle sits idol for more than a week.    Every 7-10 day interval the vehicle must be jump-started and driven for 30 min to recharge the 12v system","quote_3_odi":"11469239","quote_3_text":"4 months old 2022 Volvo XC60 software bug that drained all batteries on board caused the vehicle to not to start, stuck in park, it was impossible disengage parking brake or put the car in neutral. Without any warning or battery low or battery empty indicator, the vehicle failed…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2022-backup-camera-unavailable","label":"Backup camera intermittent unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":13,"date_range":"2022-06 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11695573","quote_1_text":"I purchased my 2022 Volvo XC60 in April 2025. I had no problems with the backup camera, until I installed a new version of software, 3.7, over the air, in September. The update was described as addressing a recall, for a safety issue where the backup camera would sometimes not…","quote_2_odi":"11621440","quote_2_text":"System regularly displays \"Camera is temporarily unavailable\" when backing up, requires full reboot of head unit to resolve.  Backup cameras regularly not activating upon vehicle startup.  This is a daily occurrence and has not been fixed with updates (in fact, it's gotten more…","quote_3_odi":"11708704","quote_3_text":"Even after the Volvo R10320 - WAM Upgrade recall, the backup camera is STILL unavailable at times when reversing.  The recall and software update did not fix the issue.  I would start the car and begin to reverse and met with \"Camera is temporarily unavailable\"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2022-infotainment-reboot-audio-loss","label":"Infotainment system reboot and total audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":18,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11757274","quote_1_text":"The vehicle goes silent, no audio system, no driving alerts— turn signals, alerts etc. Only is fixed by a hard reset to the sound system happens multiple times a week sometimes multiple times a day.   According to technicians, this is a known issue with no fix","quote_2_odi":"11737401","quote_2_text":"Since the date of purchase (08/19/2024) the vehicle’s infotainment system has repeatedly failed: it shuts down and reboots frequently (as often as 10 times within one hour of normal driving). Each shutdown disables navigation, HVAC controls and Bluetooth, and on reboot I must…","quote_3_odi":"11475060","quote_3_text":"The google android automotive operating system is unstable. It will reboot while driving. During this time all Settings and functions of the car including safety systems are rebooted as well. For about 30-60 seconds the cars systems are unavailable even the HVAC","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2022-propulsion-system-failure","label":"Propulsion system failure and limp mode activation","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":70,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11510620","quote_1_text":"Initially, the engine light came on with a turtle icon in the dash screen.  I was driving and the car would not go over 45 mph. on a busy street .  The car was hesitating badly and also said something about the propulsion?  Volvo Ontario towed it from my business and supposedly…","quote_2_odi":"11482261","quote_2_text":"I was driving on a highway over 55 MPH when the Power Limitation Indicator symbol, the red warning symbol and the  Emission control system flashed on which immediately limited my maximum speed to 45 MPH. This instant deceleration in high-speed traffic almost caused the car…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2023-infotainment-audio-loss","label":"Infotainment system crash with loss of audio and warnings","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION","complaint_count":11,"date_range":"2023-11-12 → 2026-08-08","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749979","quote_1_text":"Loss of all audible components after start up (Infotainment system has Android Auto 5.1.17 system installed); no turn signal sound, no back up or lane departure audible alert. This is dangerous because the system can fail to confirm whether the turn signal is on or whether there…","quote_2_odi":"11695645","quote_2_text":"The Google built-in Infotainment Control Unit (ICU) and Audio Control Module (ACM) are repeatedly crashing/malfunctioning while driving. This system failure is a safety hazard because it simultaneously disables critical features:  * SAFETY SYSTEM FAILURE: The Rear Cross Traffic…","quote_3_odi":"11682052","quote_3_text":"The console does not have enough memory to process everything it’s doing. As a result it locks up and either freezes or shuts off. The problem is the console operates everything in the car. When it fails everything goes dark including the dash. The safety features turn off and…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2023-phantom-braking-adas","label":"Automatic emergency braking activation without obstacle","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-01-31 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":51,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11505210","quote_1_text":"While backing out of garage, the car abruptly and violently braked. The driver was tossed forward. The rear camera showed nothing in the car's path and no alarms had been set off. Visual review confirmed the absence of anything in the path of the automobile","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2024-backup-camera-sensor-failure","label":"Rear camera and parking sensor unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-11-09 → 2026-05-04","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11659870","quote_1_text":"I was backing up out of my driveway and the camera was not available, nor did the sensor work while I was backing up. I hit a parked car as a result of this, resulting in damage to the back of my car.  This has happened before, but never resulted in an accident until this time","quote_2_odi":"11735587","quote_2_text":"After software updates required by recall no XXX rear camera continues to not appear when shifted into reverse","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2024-infotainment-audio-loss","label":"Infotainment system reboot and audio loss","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2024-05-22 → 2026-08-10","source_complaint_count":23,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11755919","quote_1_text":"Vehicle is repeatedly losing functionality of features controlled by what is referred to as the infotainment system, included lane departure warning, sound associated with turn signals, sound associated with GPS, use of hands-free calling system, etc. Upon reset, functionality…","quote_2_odi":"11661267","quote_2_text":"The infotainment center in this vehicle controls multiple features including HVAC, mapping, etc. Mine reboots 3-10 times per day. This causes windows to fog, consule and speed to go blank along with many other important features","quote_3_odi":"11590062","quote_3_text":"The sound system of the vehicle failed. No alerts for cross path detection, no parking alerts, no Bluetooth calling, no gps guidance, no turn signal sound, no ability to call through the sos feature, and no radio. There is no value to the safety features because there is no…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-backup-camera-intermittent-failure","label":"Backup and surround camera intermittent unavailability","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2025-04-10 → 2026-03-21","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669472","quote_1_text":"On 6/24/25 warning given that rear camera — actually all cameras — were unavailable. Cameras remained unavailable for several hours, when they “magically” came back on.  6/24/25 — radio sound disappeared. Only returned after a hard reset of the center…","quote_2_odi":"11677999","quote_2_text":"Backup camera failed while backing up.  07/28/2025 Screen went black.  Other computer controlled functions also failed concurrently, e.g, climate control, audio warnings, map display  Screen blackout has happened several times while driving, but backup camera failure while car…","quote_3_odi":"11665042","quote_3_text":"Camera intermittently stops working with \"Camera temporarily unavailable\" message. This last a day or two and then it \"fixes itself\". This is a safety issue that MUST be fixed, Volvo has known about this for years and has done nothing to fix it","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-infotainment-system-reboot-blackout","label":"Infotainment system reboot and display blackout while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2025-08-25 → 2026-07-06","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11745517","quote_1_text":"the infotainment and central control system repeatedly reboots while I am driving. On a single trip from Washington, DC to Burlington, Vermont, the system rebooted approximately 8 to 10 times. It has also rebooted within minutes of starting the vehicle during local driving. Each…","quote_2_odi":"11687828","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the instrument cluster displayed a blank screen. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an inoperable instrument cluster. The contact was informed that the instrument cluster needed to be…","quote_3_odi":"11703102","quote_3_text":"Since owning the car, we have experienced at least 5-6 incidents that the vehicle’s computer system fails to operate.  When this occurs, there is no sound from any devices.  The entertainment system works, but no sound, the blinkers work but no sound.  More important, the car…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-lane-keep-assist-steering-override","label":"Lane keep steering assist override of driver input","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-09-11 → 2024-09-11","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11613935","quote_1_text":"If I am driving and move out of my lane to avoid a pedestrian or stopped vehicle, the car automatically detects the solid line on either side of the car and steers me back toward whatever obstacle I'm trying avoid. This is seriously unsafe to be steered toward a pedestrian. I…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-power-liftgate-uncommanded-operation","label":"Power liftgate uncommanded opening and closing","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-08-14 → 2026-07-25","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707321","quote_1_text":"On December 28 the tailgate on my Volvo 2025 xc60 PHEV began to open and close randomly while it was not running, parked in my garage and and plugged in.  I unplugged the car from the charger, firmly closed the tailgate and went back in side my house.  I checked on the car…","quote_2_odi":"11680695","quote_2_text":"On several occasions while loading items into the rear storage area, the rear hatch suddenly closed on me without warning, striking me on the head and pinning me under it for several seconds until I was able to force the hatch open","quote_3_odi":"11701020","quote_3_text":"The rear tailgate has a feature that allows a driver to open it by waving their foot underneath the bumper in case their hands are full. The system will also unsafely cause the door to close if a person places their foot too close when loading cargo. This has twice lowered the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-rear-window-glass-haze","label":"Rear side window glass haze reducing rearward visibility","component_code":"VISIBILITY/WIPER","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-10-17 → 2025-06-17","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11682821","quote_1_text":"My 2025 Volvo XC60 Plug-in hybrid Ultimate package was built with laminated rear passenger windows.  The car is less than one-year old and both rear passenger windows are very cloudy (see attached), obstructing the vision of the driver in situations such as when changing…","quote_2_odi":"11667577","quote_2_text":"The rear side windows on my 2025 Volvo XC60 B5 Plus AWD exhibit a persistent “smoky” or hazy appearance when viewed through the rearview mirror or directly from inside the cabin. The issue is most noticeable during daytime when light hits the glass at an angle, or at night when…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC60","model_slug":"xc60","cluster_id":"xc60-2025-sudden-unintended-acceleration","label":"Sudden unintended acceleration during low-speed parking","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2025-08-17 → 2026-08-04","source_complaint_count":31,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11754817","quote_1_text":"While parking our Volvo in the parking lot of Trader Joe's grocery store on [XXX], the Volvo suddenly accelerated and collided with the adjacent car in the next parking slip and rammed the car in the forward parking slip pushing about 15 to 20 feet ahead","quote_2_odi":"11700555","quote_2_text":"When arriving at the high school parking lot to pick our grandson up from band practice, we experienced Sudden Unintended Acceleration of our vehicle as we attempted to pull into a parking spot. This resulted in a collision with another vehicle that had backed into the parking…","quote_3_odi":"11689941","quote_3_text":"Issue: Sudden, unexpected acceleration when in reverse.    Details At about 10:15 am PDT on Saturday September 20th, 2025. My 2025 Volvo XC 60 car was in Pure mode with Creep mode toggled off. I put the car into reverse with the intent to back up 6-8ft.  I  lightly depressed the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc60","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-brake-system-failure","label":"Brake system loss of assist and pedal response","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC","complaint_count":6,"date_range":"2021-01 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11732913","quote_1_text":"While driving, I experienced a sudden loss of braking assist with no warning.  The brake pedal became extremely hard to press, accompanied by a hissing/air sound. Despite applying full pressure, the vehicle did not slow as expected and continued moving","quote_2_odi":"11723187","quote_2_text":"Driving on a 45 mph road and brakes felt squishy, like air was going out of them. It was slow to stop and had to pump then stomp to get it to stop before crashing. Was fortunate to not hit anything. Pulled into gas station and had it towed to Volvo","quote_3_odi":"11701862","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting to drive(D), the vehicle failed to respond unless the brake pedal had been released for 2-3 seconds. Additionally, the contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and releasing the brake pedal to reverse out of the…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-fuel-propulsion-failure","label":"Fuel and propulsion system failure","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2022-01 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11726315","quote_1_text":"I am reporting a failure of the fuel pump system in my Volvo vehicle, which currently has approximately 60,000 miles. The failed component is available for inspection upon request.  The issue was confirmed by an authorized Volvo dealership, which diagnosed the fuel pump as…","quote_2_odi":"11446230","quote_2_text":"With 2700 miles my XC90 has the Emission Control System light is on. The engine noise is considerably louder than normal (being a hybrid the SUV is pretty quiet) and it is not using the electric option","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-hybrid-system-failure","label":"Hybrid system and ERAD drivetrain failure","component_code":"HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2021-11 → 2026-03","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11724066","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that upon shifting to Drive(D) while the vehicle was on an incline, the vehicle rolled back before moving forward as intended. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring, causing the vehicle to hit a garage door and a brick mailbox on two different…","quote_2_odi":"11722681","quote_2_text":"My 2021 Volvo XC90 Recharge has experienced multiple hybrid system failures under Volvo's factory 8-year/100,000-mile hybrid warranty, with fewer than 45,000 miles on the odometer. The high-voltage battery modules have failed multiple times, directly related to recall R10312","quote_3_odi":"11717923","quote_3_text":"The ERAD (Electric Rear Axle Drive) transmission on my 2021 XC90 T8 Recharge has suffered an internal failure at approximately 112,550 miles. The vehicle makes loud grinding and slamming noises from the rear drivetrain and locks up when attempting to drive, making the vehicle…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-hybrid-turtle-mode-shutdown","label":"Sudden reduced-power turtle-mode shutdown at speed","component_code":"STEERING, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2024-08","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11511651","quote_1_text":"On two separate occasions, while driving car on highway at high speed, the car has gone into a special shutdown mode, where a turtle icon lights up on the dash and the car begins to shut itself down rapidly, limiting maximum speed of vehicle to 35mph.  There is no warning or…","quote_2_odi":"11611104","quote_2_text":"Vehicle steer violently on pilot assist and powertrain disabled, not allowing us to steer the wheel on a highway. (Last year) We were lucky no other cars were nearby, needed a reboot for the wheels to work again.  Dealership isn’t sure what happened. Now we have a hybrid system…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-infotainment-power-loss","label":"Infotainment screen blackout with vehicle power loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-07 → 2024-01","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11532602","quote_1_text":"The infotainment system has locked up and has shut completely off while driving. When it shuts down (screen goes black) or glitches, the car actually loses power. Luckily it powered right back on but it was scary and could happen again and be much worse","quote_2_odi":"11646018","quote_2_text":"I plugged my usb to usb-c charging cable into my iphone 20 seconds after starting the vehicle.  I proceeded to exit my driveway when the infotainment screen went completely blank and the same thing to the driver's display 10 seconds later.  I drove to the end of my street to a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-seatbelt-retractor-failure","label":"Rear seat belt retractor failure","component_code":"SEAT BELTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2022-11 → 2026-06","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11491884","quote_1_text":"Took my car in because one of my backseat seatbelts no longer retracted properly and Was so loose that I couldn’t possibly buckle my daughter in safely in her car seat. I had noticed the seatbelt on the other side was also starting to retract more slowly","quote_2_odi":"11742208","quote_2_text":"The integrated booster seat belt in the second-row center seat is not functioning properly. The seat belt mechanism appears defective and does not secure the child as intended. This presents a significant safety risk","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2021,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2021-unintended-acceleration","label":"Unintended acceleration on hybrid mode transition","component_code":"VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":32,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11728623","quote_1_text":"Unintentional acceleration.First, I was in line at car wash proceeding slowly ahead as directed in line.  Foot on accelerator lightly moving, when car surged rapidly hitting back end of Tesla about 6-8 ft ahead (2/26/26 12:30pm) Impact strong enough to push Tesla into truck…","quote_2_odi":"11511411","quote_2_text":"Vehicle is lurching on slow acceleration in Hybrid Mode. For example, lurching occurs when pulling away from a stop sign, pulling out into traffic, pulling into a parking spot. Issue started beginning of January 2023. In February Fields Volvo Service diagnosed issue as a…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2021/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-airbag-srs-warning","label":"SRS airbag warning with repeated unresolved repair attempts","component_code":"AIR BAGS","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2024-09 → 2024-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11615583","quote_1_text":"I received an SRS airbag, service urgent, drive to workshop warning. I took the car in six times the first two times they said it was a software update and they failed to update the software the third time they updated the software. It didn’t work","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-door-lock-inadvertent-activation","label":"Door lock self-activation with occupant or pet inside","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-09 → 2023-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11543428","quote_1_text":"The vehicle locking system malfunctioned, locking itself with the keys inside the vehicle. The vehicle was in park, the engine was off, I was only out of the vehicle for 30 seconds to 1 minute in time while filling my gas tank. My dog was inside the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-engine-fire-smoke","label":"Engine compartment smoke and vehicle fire","component_code":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2024-04 → 2024-04","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11583268","quote_1_text":"while driving in stop-and-go traffic, the odor of smoke was suddenly present inside the vehicle and moments later smoke was viewed coming from under the hood. The vehicle was stopped and moments after exiting the vehicle the vehicle was engulfed in flames","quote_2_odi":"11480246","quote_2_text":"A strong smell of something burning started to permeate the car coming from under the hood of the engine. My family was beyond terrified of this. The threat and fear for their life was…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-fuel-system-leak-no-warning","label":"Fuel system leak without dashboard warning","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2023-06","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11528023","quote_1_text":"Another driver pulled next to me and shouted out of the window, \"YOUR CAR IS SPILLING GAS OUT OF THE BOTTOM OF YOUR CAR, PULL OVER OR YOUR CAR MAY CATCH FIRE.\"  As I was near an exit, I got off the highway, and there was a service station right there.  When I got…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-hybrid-pedestrian-audible-alert","label":"Hybrid pedestrian audible alert absence at low speed","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11675175","quote_1_text":"When I start the car and put it in D or B mode, it does not make any sound. This happens in any of the vehicle modes including \"Pure\" electric where the ICE is not engaged unless the battery runs out. There is no way for oncoming pedestrians to hear the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment display blackout and system reset","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2024-06 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11592932","quote_1_text":"the entire infotainment system and cluster panel (all digital--odometer, tachometer, everything) shut off entirely (go black) and the climate system also shuts off.  It goes through some reset cycle and then eventually restarts after several seconds","quote_2_odi":"11735479","quote_2_text":"The center infotainment display on my 2022 Volvo XC90 intermittently goes completely black and remains inoperable for days at a time. When the screen is black, the factory rearview camera image does not display when the vehicle is shifted into reverse","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-propulsion-turtle-mode","label":"Propulsion system failure and turtle mode on highway","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE","complaint_count":8,"date_range":"2022-08 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11481092","quote_1_text":"turtle mode light, loss of power, no propulsion, able to just get off the freeway on the left.  Two hour wait for assistance on side of freeway in 98 degree heat.  Dealership kept car for 40 days: replaced BDU, AC compressor, IGM","quote_2_odi":"11486820","quote_2_text":"I was driving up hill at night with my kids in the car and my vehicle had a propulsion error and my car shut off on a blind corner. I couldn’t even put it in neutral and push it to the side. I was stranded without any way to move my vehicle","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2022,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2022-sunroof-drain-water-intrusion","label":"Sunroof drain blockage and water intrusion","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2025-10 → 2025-10","source_complaint_count":29,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-21","quote_1_odi":"11696466","quote_1_text":"6 months after purchasing my car, there was a leak into my car due to a clogged sunroof drains causing damage to electronics and potentially to computers within the car.   I fixed it at a quote of over $2k. Volvo refused to cover it under my warranty","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2022/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-auto-reverse-braking","label":"Automatic reverse braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: REARVIEW SYSTEM BRAKING, BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2024-05 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11625105","quote_1_text":"The automatic reverse braking feature is far too sensitive and causes headache-inducing, jarring, sudden extreme braking without any warning. It’s so aggressive that I believed I actually struck something each time. There’s no way to release the locked brakes unless you put it…","quote_2_odi":"11590688","quote_2_text":"I've owned several vehicles in my life.  The Volvo XC 90 advanced \"safety features\" have caused more near accidents in the first 10 months of owning this vehicle than anything I have ever experienced.  The collission prevention and auto-braking features cannot be disabled on…","quote_3_odi":"11668705","quote_3_text":"Automatic reverse braking (ARB) falsely triggers, causing abrupt stops. No permanent adjustment exists.  -The issue persists even after multiple software updates including the recall mentioned above. The false ARB activations made drivers and passengers traumatized and panicked…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera unavailability during reverse events","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":10,"date_range":"2023-06 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11543044","quote_1_text":"The rearview camera on the Volvo continually freezes, is delayed to start or blacks out. Since I have had the car for the last year there have been multiple times a week where reverse is selected and the rearview camera loads, then when I start backing the camera image freezes…","quote_2_odi":"11697931","quote_2_text":"The backup camera turns on automatically when the car is shifted into reverse and originally provided a normal view directly behind the vehicle that extended at least a car length or more. At some point, we noticed that the rear backup camera view changed and was angled sharply…","quote_3_odi":"11673470","quote_3_text":"Often when starting vehicle after hours of parking and entering reverse to back out of parking spot, camera will show \"camera temporarily unavailable\" and is not usable for a time (30seconds up to several minutes).   We have software version 3.5.24 in-which the recall should…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-driver-door-latch","label":"Driver-side door latch failure while driving","component_code":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-03 → 2025-11","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11700143","quote_1_text":"While driving in a parking lot going around 15 mph my drivers side door opened. No warning, no alarms just fully ajar swung open. Fortunately I was going 15 mph, Im glad I had my seatbelt on and that no one was crossing or passing when the door flung open","quote_2_odi":"11648168","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front driver’s side door failed to remain closed securely.  The contact stated that the front driver’s side door remained ajar, and an abnormal sound could be heard inside the vehicle. The contact recorded the…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-handsfree-tailgate-closure","label":"Hands-free tailgate unintended closure striking occupants","component_code":"STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2023-05 → 2025-08","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11677907","quote_1_text":"Hands-free tailgate feature initiated unintended closure and disregarded obstruction, striking my wife's head to the point of pain as she was holding our toddler.  Had my wife not resisted the hatch with her head further or was holding our toddler differently, this would have…","quote_2_odi":"11519908","quote_2_text":"Unfortunately, the handsfree tailgate feature activated and the trunk began to close on my hand. Due to my hand being so close to the the spring and the speed in which the trunk door closed I was unable to move my hand fast enough. My Middle, Index and pinky finger were all…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-infotainment-blackout","label":"Infotainment screen blackout and system restart while driving","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":7,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2026-04","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11728493","quote_1_text":"The car recently received a 5.05 update of the infotainment system. Since then, the infotainment system would be shut off and auto-restarts itself during driving every 10 or 15 minutes. The car would lose all the functions related to the infotainment system, such as the camera…","quote_2_odi":"11634462","quote_2_text":"Constant malfunction of Infortainment center. Turn indicators do not always work.  Lately braking error messages.  Volvo said it needs software updates. That has been done multiple times.  This time it lasted several days and was completely black. You cannot see any information.…","quote_3_odi":"11690759","quote_3_text":"On several occasions while driving the entire screen will black out.  I would need to pull over immediately so that the screen can be reset manually.  Other times the screen is on, but there is no sound, such as my signal lights when switched to left or right will not have any…","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-park-button-failure","label":"Park button failure to engage park gear","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-03 → 2025-09","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11513846","quote_1_text":"The 2023 model features a push button to shift the vehicle into park. When pressing the button, the vehicle does NOT always shift into park. I’m not sure if it only registers with a certain force, but often I’ve pressed the button many times only to realize that I’m not in park…","quote_2_odi":"11688622","quote_2_text":"The button to initiate the parking brake frequently does not work. With my foot firmly on the brake, I have had to push the Park button many times to put the vehicle in park.  I have video of this incident.  Other times, when not expecting it or recording video I have pressed…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2023,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2023-propulsion-turtle-mode","label":"Propulsion system failure and reduced-power mode activation","component_code":"FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN, ENGINE","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-08 → 2024-07","source_complaint_count":39,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11536823","quote_1_text":"This afternoon for no reason, the car flashed a non-stop message “Drive to workshop. Propulsion system Service urgent.” I drove about 3 minutes at 15 mph to get the car somewhere safe, all the while the engine not turning correctly and could not accelerate safely","quote_2_odi":"11600171","quote_2_text":"Third instance of reduced engine performance warning system taking over the car, which results in the \"turtle mode\" coming on and throttling vehicle speeds. The car does not respond to gas except at lower speeds. Then the Check Engine light also came on","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2023/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-12v-battery-discharge","label":"12V battery repeated complete discharge and no-start","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2024-08 → 2026-08","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11756051","quote_1_text":"My 2024 Volvo XC90 has experienced complete battery and electrical failure three times in approximately ten months. The failure pattern is identical each time. The battery discharges fully with no prior warning. A jump start restores power briefly, but the vehicle does not hold…","quote_2_odi":"11611871","quote_2_text":"The system that starts the vehicle, called a igs failed yet again. This failed at 700 miles in downtown chicago on the street blocking traffic.  Now several months later today going on a trip and the vehicle dies in the middle of the street blocking traffic.  Was unable to…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-backup-camera-failure","label":"Rearview backup camera inoperability and frozen image","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11669265","quote_1_text":"While in Reverse and in progress of backing out of a parking space, the live video feed of the rear-view camera froze.  I did not realize the screen on the dashboard had frozen until I had already backed up several feet","quote_2_odi":"11675656","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear-view camera became inoperable. The contact stated the rearview image was blank. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V282000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the part to do the recall repair…","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-center-console-trim-fracture","label":"Center console shifter trim panel fracture with exposed edge","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753550","quote_1_text":"The bright trim strip along the front edge of the shifter panel in the center console of my 2024 Volvo XC90 has fractured in two places, leaving an exposed jagged edge adjacent to the cupholders.  That edge lacerated my fingertip on July 14, 2026 and again on July 25, 2026","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-infotainment-blackout-reboot","label":"Infotainment system blackout and spontaneous reboot while driving","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":9,"date_range":"2023-11 → 2026-05","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11722469","quote_1_text":"The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the infotainment screen and instrument cluster went black with the message \"Critical Error - Pull Over When Safe\". The contact stated that the failure had occurred several times at various speeds","quote_2_odi":"11731827","quote_2_text":"My infotainment screen and dash displays randomly go black and it restarts itself several times a day while driving.  In addition to that, the blinkers malfunction when this happens. The most important safety issue is navigation outage on the displays","quote_3_odi":"11736039","quote_3_text":"Screen then went dark, shut off electronics on dashboard and infotainment, and AC turned off; seems like car also slowed down. Able to pull over and wait for everything to restart","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-park-button-non-engagement","label":"Park button intermittent non-engagement and vehicle rollaway","component_code":"POWER TRAIN","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2023-10 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11553522","quote_1_text":"While parking my vehicle in the garage, I pressed the P (park) button on my center console and proceeded to exit my vehicle. As I was exiting, the car began to roll backwards. I was knocked to the ground by the open driver’s door, unable to reenter the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11674114","quote_2_text":"The park button does not always engage the park setting. Instead it takes 2-3 presses for park to engage. It happens several times a week when I am driving the vehicle multiple times per day","quote_3_odi":"11564688","quote_3_text":"Park fails to engage when pressing the P button adjacent to the shifter.  It will, however, engage 100% of the time when applying additional pressure.  The button doesn’t actually travel any further when applying the additional pressure, but park will engage","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-safety-audio-alert-loss","label":"Loss of all safety-related audio alerts during driving","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGS, LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION, FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-07 → 2025-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11671009","quote_1_text":"While driving, the vehicle intermittently experiences a complete loss of all audio output. This includes: •Turn signal indicators •Hazard warning sounds •Blind spot monitoring alerts •Park distance control tones •Navigation guidance •Audio system playback (music, radio, etc.)…","quote_2_odi":"11675202","quote_2_text":"The safety sub system completely stop working periodically. When it occurs: - the blind spot indicators do not light up when a car is in blind spot - turn signals stop making sound. Not sure if they still function  - collision system stops making sound","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2024,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2024-water-intrusion-interior","label":"Water intrusion into passenger compartment and cargo area","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07 → 2026-07","source_complaint_count":34,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11753548","quote_1_text":"On or about July 6, 2026, I observed water entering the passenger compartment of my 2024 Volvo XC90 at the right rear interior quarter trim panel, visible on opening the tailgate. I reported this to Volvo Car USA Customer Care by telephone the same day and was told the vehicle…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2024/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-aebs-false-activation","label":"Automatic emergency braking false activation","component_code":"FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING","complaint_count":3,"date_range":"2025-09-09 → 2026-04-29","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11734492","quote_1_text":"The accident avoidance system engaged during a 55mph drive on a divided 4 lane road.  no other cars on road, no animals.  Car swerved sharply to left half way into left lane and brakes engaged sharply, enough that driver and passenger in front went forward","quote_2_odi":"11686070","quote_2_text":"My fiance and I were driving on the highway with our four children at a speed of >50 MPH. There were no cars around us (front or sides) and no debris in the road, and the automatic emergency braking system engaged and brought the car to an abrupt stop in the middle of the highway","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-backup-camera-failure","label":"Backup camera unavailability and screen freeze","component_code":"BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA","complaint_count":5,"date_range":"2025-01-01 → 2026-07-31","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11633554","quote_1_text":"When I try to back the car out of parking lot, it shows \"Camera temporary unavailable\". The problem disappears sometime.  It is a new car and this has happened a couple of times already","quote_2_odi":"11753962","quote_2_text":"The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera screen seized. The contact stated that the rear-view camera displayed a still image","quote_3_odi":"11679507","quote_3_text":"The screens and backup camera are repeatedly crashing, even after the recall \"fix\" from the dealership. This happens multiple times a week","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-brake-pedal-failure","label":"Brake pedal unresponsiveness and complete brake loss","component_code":"SERVICE BRAKES","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-02-16 → 2026-03-18","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11725183","quote_1_text":"on March 15, 2026, while driving, I experienced a critical and dangerous failure: my brakes became unresponsive, and I was unable to stop the vehicle using the brake pedal. Multiple warning lights appeared simultaneously","quote_2_odi":"11643056","quote_2_text":"Complete brake failure. Vehicle would no slow at all. Brake failure warning on dash. Now multitude of warnings","quote_3_odi":"11661009","quote_3_text":"The contact stated that while driving downhill at 15 MPH, while depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle would not come to a complete stop as intended. No warning light illuminated. The contact stated that he drove up a hill in order to come to a stop","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-electrical-system-shutdown","label":"Electrical system and infotainment intermittent shutdown","component_code":"ELECTRICAL SYSTEM","complaint_count":4,"date_range":"2025-01-21 → 2025-12-17","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11705607","quote_1_text":"The vehicle’s interface shuts down frequently, which is extremely dangerous—especially at highway speeds. On several occasions, including at night, the entire system has gone completely blank","quote_2_odi":"11637435","quote_2_text":"Remote start, infotainment system which controls everything, dashboard, lights, and cigarette lighter all  intermittently turn off and on. Everyday, something else seems to stop working.  My vehicle is 2.5 weeks old","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-gear-selector-fault","label":"Gear selector failure and recurrent service warning","component_code":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-07-08 → 2026-07-08","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11749143","quote_1_text":"The gear selector system failed, triggering a “Gear Selector Service Required” warning. The vehicle is a plug-in hybrid and remains available for inspection upon request. Safety risk: During the first incident, the vehicle became disabled while being driven, losing the ability…","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-lane-keep-assist-malfunction","label":"Lane-keeping assist erratic steering intervention","component_code":"LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST","complaint_count":2,"date_range":"2025-12-30 → 2025-12-30","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11707882","quote_1_text":"The contact stated that while driving through a construction zone at an undisclosed speed, the lane-keeping assist malfunctioned, causing the vehicle to become erratic, which required the contact to forcefully engage the steering wheel to regain control of the vehicle","quote_2_odi":"11707902","quote_2_text":"LANE DEPARTURE ASSIST has a hard time identifying lanes in some construction zones (this is extremely dangerous as the car is constantly trying to over-correct me)","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"},{"year":2025,"make":"Volvo","make_slug":"volvo","model":"XC90","model_slug":"xc90","cluster_id":"xc90-2025-oe-tire-sidewall-failure","label":"OEM tire sidewall cracking and structural failure","component_code":"TIRES","complaint_count":1,"date_range":"2026-04-06 → 2026-04-06","source_complaint_count":27,"reviewed_at":"2026-08-20","quote_1_odi":"11729554","quote_1_text":"The tires exhibit severe sidewall bulging, starburst cracking indicating internal structural failure, and at least one tire shows a deep gash with internal steel cords exposed.  Three of the four original tires are affected","quote_2_odi":"","quote_2_text":"","quote_3_odi":"","quote_3_text":"","vehicle_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/vehicles/2025/volvo/xc90","data_page":"https://www.wrench.pro/data/known-issues/volvo"}]}